Why Facebook, Twitter and Jurors Don’t Mix

With so many jurors talking about cases they’re on via social networks, judges are now updating their warnings to jurors about the sanctity of jury deliberations to include social media. Some are even confiscating smartphones i…

Turning Foul Flavors Into Sweet Success

For most outfits, it’s marketing 101: Products need to look attractive, sensual and delicious. But some brands have taken the opposite approach. By proudly touting their foul, harsh flavors, they’ve built a loyal base by convin…

Worst August Since 2006 for U.S. Video Game Sales

Last month was the worst August in four years for U.S. video game sales, according to a new NPD Group report. Revenue fell 10% from August of last year as gamers scaled back on portable-gaming purchases and turned to — often f…

Landmark NYC Building (and Google HQ) for Sale: $2 Billion

At 3 million square feet, 111 Eighth Ave. is one of New York’s largest buildings. But it’s unusual for far more than than its size: It’s also a historic landmark, home to Google’s NYC headquarters, and the site of one of the mo…