New privacy tools will be launched by Google which will allow people to gain more control over unwanted personal images online and make sure that graphic or explicit photos are not appearing easily in search results.<o:p></o:p>

The new update over personal explicit images in Google policies means that users will now have the power to remove explicit and non-consensual imagery of themselves that they no longer wish to remain visible in searches.<o:p></o:p>

The new update means that even if explicit content is created and uploaded by an individual on a website, and now no longer wants it to be available on search, they can simply make a request for removing it from Google search.

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Google has now made such forms for submitting such requests also simpler. The policy is not applicable to image users who are currently and actively commercialising. The policy is also applicable to websites which contain personal information.

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A new dashboard will be rolled out by Google, which is only available in the US in English initially, and will allow users to know search results which display their contact information. The users can quickly add their request for the removal of these search results from Google. A notification will also be sent by the tool when new results with information about the user pop up in a search.<o:p></o:p>

Google will also implement a new blurring setting in SafeSearch as the default on Google search for people who do not have SafeSearch filtering on.

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The new settings will blur the explicit imagery, adult or graphic violent content by default when they will appear in search results. At any time, the setting can be turned off unless a person is a supervised user on a public network which has kept this setting as default and locked it.<o:p></o:p>

For example, in a Google search for images under “injury”, the search engine will blur the explicit content to prevent users from being shown graphic content. Initially, Google announced this safeguard in February and it is now going to launch it globally in August.

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New privacy tools will be launched by Google which will allow people to gain more control over unwanted personal images online and make sure that graphic or explicit photos are not appearing easily in search results.

New privacy tools will be launched by Google which will allow people to gain more control over unwanted personal images online and make sure that graphic or explicit photos are not appearing easily in search results. The new update over personal explicit images in Google policies means that users will now have the power to remove explicit and non-consensual imagery of themselves that they no longer wish to remain visible in searches. The new update means that even if explicit content is created and uploaded by an individual on a website, and now no longer wants it to be available on search, they can simply make a request for removing it from Google search. ALSO READ | Google is getting AI to write news stories now. Are jobs at stake? Google has now made such forms for submitting such requests also simpler. The policy is not applicable to image users who are currently and actively commercialising. The policy is also applicable to websites which contain personal information. Google to send notification about user pop up in search A new dashboard will be rolled out by Google, which is only available in the US in English initially, and will allow users to know search results which display their contact information. The users can quickly add their request for the removal of these search results from Google. A notification will also be sent by the tool when new results with information about the user pop up in a search. Google will also implement a new blurring setting in SafeSearch as the default on Google search for people who do not have SafeSearch filtering on. WATCH | Google, Microsoft, Anthropic and OpenAi join forces The new settings will blur the explicit imagery, adult or graphic violent content by default when they will appear in search results. At any time, the setting can be turned off unless a person is a supervised user on a public network which has kept this setting as default and locked it. For example, in a Google search for images under “injury”, the search engine will blur the explicit content to prevent users from being shown graphic content. Initially, Google announced this safeguard in February and it is now going to launch it globally in August. You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

Google to bring privacy tools which will delete unwanted ‘personal’ images

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), reacting to the viral video of a scantily-clad woman travelling in the Delhi Metro on Monday, said that although it expects the commuters to follow the social etiquette which is acceptable in society, the choice of clothes they wear is a personal issue.

The video of a female commuter was shared multiple times on social media platforms in the past few days and received a lot of comments from users on her clothing.

In a statement, DMRC corporate communications' principal executive director Anuj Dayal said, “DMRC expects commuters to follow all social etiquette and protocols… Commuters should not indulge in any activity or wear any attire which could offend sensibilities of fellow passengers.”

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“Delhi Metro is also governed by the same rules which are applicable in the city. Just like in public places, decency is expected in the Metro as well. In case such an offence is reported, there is a provision for a fine under Operation and Maintenance Act, 2002,” he said.

He said that no such incident was brought by anyone to his notice. “First of all, it is not verified whether the woman was travelling in the Delhi Metro. Over 60 lakh passengers commute daily and it’s not possible to track her,” Dayal said.

“We appeal to all our passengers to kindly maintain decorum while travelling in a public transport system like the Metro. However, issues such as the choice of clothing while travelling is a personal issue and passengers are expected to self-regulate their conduct in a responsible manner,” he added.

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The woman in the viral video was seen wearing a bikini bra and mini skirt while commuting in the metro. The viral video and photos sparked a heated debate on the online platform. While some users found its distasteful, others said that those who clicked her invaded the woman's privacy.

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The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), reacting to the viral video of a scantily-clad woman travelling in the Delhi Metro on Monday, said that although it expects the commuters to follow the social etiquette which is acceptable in society, the choice of clothes they wear is a personal issue.

The Delhi Metro Rail Corporation (DMRC), reacting to the viral video of a scantily-clad woman travelling in the Delhi Metro on Monday, said that although it expects the commuters to follow the social etiquette which is acceptable in society, the choice of clothes they wear is a personal issue. The video of a female commuter was shared multiple times on social media platforms in the past few days and received a lot of comments from users on her clothing. In a statement, DMRC corporate communications' principal executive director Anuj Dayal said, “DMRC expects commuters to follow all social etiquette and protocols… Commuters should not indulge in any activity or wear any attire which could offend sensibilities of fellow passengers.” ALSO READ | 'Artless concrete eyesores': Jet airways' CEO criticises design of Indian metro stations, faces flak “Delhi Metro is also governed by the same rules which are applicable in the city. Just like in public places, decency is expected in the Metro as well. In case such an offence is reported, there is a provision for a fine under Operation and Maintenance Act, 2002,” he said. He said that no such incident was brought by anyone to his notice. “First of all, it is not verified whether the woman was travelling in the Delhi Metro. Over 60 lakh passengers commute daily and it’s not possible to track her,” Dayal said. “We appeal to all our passengers to kindly maintain decorum while travelling in a public transport system like the Metro. However, issues such as the choice of clothing while travelling is a personal issue and passengers are expected to self-regulate their conduct in a responsible manner,” he added. WATCH | Gravitas: Delhi metro bans filming Instagram reels & TikTok The woman in the viral video was seen wearing a bikini bra and mini skirt while commuting in the metro. The viral video and photos sparked a heated debate on the online platform. While some users found its distasteful, others said that those who clicked her invaded the woman's privacy. (With inputs from agencies) You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. WATCH WION LIVE HERE

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Memorabilia representing the careers of the late entertainers Whitney Houston and Prince will go up for sale during a public auction in Beverly Hills, California on June 24-25. 
 
Heritage Auctions is presenting more than 100 pieces documenting the career of Houston, including many personal items that belonged to the singer. 
 
&quot;Some of theses people are iconic and transcend the genre whether it is film or music that they&#39;re in,&quot; said Heritage Auction`s consignment director Giles Moon, speaking about Houston, who died of accidental drowning due to the effects of cocaine use and heart disease in 2012. &quot;Whitney Houston is one of those where she isn&#39;t just a pop star, she had a huge global appeal in other areas. I think that is important to remember and that is why certain people are more collectible than others.&quot; 
 
Among the items expected to generate the most interest include awards and onstage costumes worn during the singer&#39;s 30-year career, as well as an autographed book from Nelson Mandela and sneakers worn by basketball great Michael Jordan. 
 
Other highlights of the auction include her personal script from the 1995 film &quot;Waiting to Exhale&quot;, which is expected to go for $1,000, and a US passport used during her first international tour in 1985 with a starting bid of $1,300. 
 
&quot;Some of these pieces that we have in the auction are very personal mementos,&quot; said Moon. 
 
&quot;We got awards and we have costumes that she wore on stage. We also have things that people gave to her, Nelson Mandela signed a book to her. She was a very good friend of his. We also have a pair of sneakers that were given to her by Michael Jordan, that were actually worn by him. These types of items also appeal to other types of collectors, sports collectors. I think there will be a great deal of interest from all types of fans.&quot; 
 
The sale is titled, &quot;The Whitney Houston Collection.&quot; 
 
Prince&#39;s iconic Yellow Cloud guitar is also expected to be highly sought after. The one of a kind custom solid-bodied electric guitar has an opening bid set at $30,000 and it was said to be one of the late singer&#39;s favourites. 
 
&quot;I think you are right because there are people that collect celebrity-owned guitars and there are people who collect Prince memorabilia,&quot; said Moon. &quot;It is such an iconic and important piece. If you were to see that I think 9 out of 10 people would immediately recognize that that was Prince&#39;s guitar. I think that is a very powerful thing. It is a very collectible item because of that.&quot; 
 
Additional memorabilia includes a lock of the late singer David Bowie&#39;s hair. 
 
(Reuters) 
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100 of Houston's personal mementos go for sale that also includes Prince's iconic cloud guitar and a lock of Bowie's hair

Memorabilia representing the careers of the late entertainers Whitney Houston and Prince will go up for sale during a public auction in Beverly Hills, California on June 24-25. Heritage Auctions is presenting more than 100 pieces documenting the career of Houston, including many personal items that belonged to the singer. "Some of theses people are iconic and transcend the genre whether it is film or music that they're in," said Heritage Auction`s consignment director Giles Moon, speaking about Houston, who died of accidental drowning due to the effects of cocaine use and heart disease in 2012. "Whitney Houston is one of those where she isn't just a pop star, she had a huge global appeal in other areas. I think that is important to remember and that is why certain people are more collectible than others." Among the items expected to generate the most interest include awards and onstage costumes worn during the singer's 30-year career, as well as an autographed book from Nelson Mandela and sneakers worn by basketball great Michael Jordan. Other highlights of the auction include her personal script from the 1995 film "Waiting to Exhale", which is expected to go for $1,000, and a US passport used during her first international tour in 1985 with a starting bid of $1,300. "Some of these pieces that we have in the auction are very personal mementos," said Moon. "We got awards and we have costumes that she wore on stage. We also have things that people gave to her, Nelson Mandela signed a book to her. She was a very good friend of his. We also have a pair of sneakers that were given to her by Michael Jordan, that were actually worn by him. These types of items also appeal to other types of collectors, sports collectors. I think there will be a great deal of interest from all types of fans." The sale is titled, "The Whitney Houston Collection." Prince's iconic Yellow Cloud guitar is also expected to be highly sought after. The one of a kind custom solid-bodied electric guitar has an opening bid set at $30,000 and it was said to be one of the late singer's favourites. "I think you are right because there are people that collect celebrity-owned guitars and there are people who collect Prince memorabilia," said Moon. "It is such an iconic and important piece. If you were to see that I think 9 out of 10 people would immediately recognize that that was Prince's guitar. I think that is a very powerful thing. It is a very collectible item because of that." Additional memorabilia includes a lock of the late singer David Bowie's hair. (Reuters)

Whitney Houston and Prince memorabilia up for auction

It&#39;s tough work being available in a hyper-connected world like ours. Communication has moved beyond inter-personal conversations with friends, family and acquaintances on social media to larger groups whose members may live in your city, or who share the same interests or situations as you do. In fact, Whatsapp groups and Facebook communities seem to have become part and parcel of our lives in a way that seemed unimaginable at the start of the millennium.&nbsp; 
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Conversations on these platforms have blurred the lines between personal communication and public disclosure. For some being part of these dialogues seems invasive and a compromise on privacy. For others, the anonymity is empowering. One group of people in the latter category appears to be Indian housewives. &nbsp; 
 
Whatsapp groups created by and for stay-at-home mothers and homemakers are common in urban centres like New Delhi. In reality, these women may live a few doors apart from each other but their association remains virtual. This metaphorical separation has created a safe space for a number of them, a platform where they can share hopes, fears and, sometimes, deep, dark secrets that have been dying for an outlet free of judgment. &nbsp; 
 
To be able to speak from behind the screen of virtual anonymity seems to make it easier to ask questions about fidelity, sexuality, love and depression. The responses cover a broad spectrum, from empathy to disdain and much more in between. In fact, the answers to certain questions and the discussions that follow some confessions are often more compelling than what got the conversation started in the first place. &nbsp; 
 
A query on losing weight post-pregnancy can throw up comments advocating confidence in the contours of a mother&#39;s body and scathing reviews of the negative body-images portrayed by the media. It can also prompt comments observations on how weight-loss is essential to keeping the romance alive in matrimony. &nbsp; 
 
All in all, as innocuous as these communities may seem, they demand a certain fortitude from their participants; either as observers offering advice or as the ones asking for it. The absence of a &quot;real&quot; relationship with these women is empowering in that it can reaffirm some of your beliefs and calm some of your concerns. But, you need to be open to receiving unwanted criticism and judgment from those you don&#39;t know; advice that can be as difficult to digest as it would have been coming from someone you really do know.&nbsp;

New communication help housewives share deeply personal things in ways unthinkable just years ago, but it can be tough too

It's tough work being available in a hyper-connected world like ours. Communication has moved beyond inter-personal conversations with friends, family and acquaintances on social media to larger groups whose members may live in your city, or who share the same interests or situations as you do. In fact, Whatsapp groups and Facebook communities seem to have become part and parcel of our lives in a way that seemed unimaginable at the start of the millennium. Conversations on these platforms have blurred the lines between personal communication and public disclosure. For some being part of these dialogues seems invasive and a compromise on privacy. For others, the anonymity is empowering. One group of people in the latter category appears to be Indian housewives. Whatsapp groups created by and for stay-at-home mothers and homemakers are common in urban centres like New Delhi. In reality, these women may live a few doors apart from each other but their association remains virtual. This metaphorical separation has created a safe space for a number of them, a platform where they can share hopes, fears and, sometimes, deep, dark secrets that have been dying for an outlet free of judgment. To be able to speak from behind the screen of virtual anonymity seems to make it easier to ask questions about fidelity, sexuality, love and depression. The responses cover a broad spectrum, from empathy to disdain and much more in between. In fact, the answers to certain questions and the discussions that follow some confessions are often more compelling than what got the conversation started in the first place. A query on losing weight post-pregnancy can throw up comments advocating confidence in the contours of a mother's body and scathing reviews of the negative body-images portrayed by the media. It can also prompt comments observations on how weight-loss is essential to keeping the romance alive in matrimony. All in all, as innocuous as these communities may seem, they demand a certain fortitude from their participants; either as observers offering advice or as the ones asking for it. The absence of a "real" relationship with these women is empowering in that it can reaffirm some of your beliefs and calm some of your concerns. But, you need to be open to receiving unwanted criticism and judgment from those you don't know; advice that can be as difficult to digest as it would have been coming from someone you really do know.

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