New research calls into question the linkage between major Atlantic hurricanes and global warming. That is one of the conclusions from a University of Virginia study to appear in the May 10, 2006 issue of the journal Geophysical ...
Earth Sciences
May 10, 2006
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A gamma-ray burst (GRB) occurring in our own galaxy could decimate life on Earth, destroying the ozone layer, triggering climate change and drastically altering life’s evolution. However, the good news is that results published ...
Astronomy
May 10, 2006
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Deep observations of two X-ray bright clusters of galaxies with ESA’s XMM-Newton satellite allowed a group of international astronomers to measure their chemical composition with an unprecedented accuracy. Knowing the chemical ...
Astronomy
May 10, 2006
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A new tactic in the battle against cardiovascular disease – employing nanoengineered molecules called "nanolipoblockers" as frontline infantry against harmful cholesterol – is showing promise in early laboratory studies ...
Bio & Medicine
May 10, 2006
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SK Telecom has formed a joint venture with Warner Music that will develop music and entertainment delivery for South Korea's booming digital music business.
Internet
May 10, 2006
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Is the Web becoming "disruptive" once again? That is, is it vigorously stirring things up as it did when it first came on the commercial scene back in the mid-90s? Experts tell UPI's The Web that the second generation of ...
Internet
May 10, 2006
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Now that an Israeli company has developed "virtual mirror" technology for trying makeup on using a digital picture, ladies, it's going to be a lot harder to keep yourselves from splurging on new cosmetics.
Internet
May 10, 2006
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U.S. scientists say tons of bacteria-killing chemicals are being released into the environment annually, possibly entering food and water supplies.
Environment
May 10, 2006
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The Federal Communications Commission is holding a groundbreaking auction Wednesday that will lead to in-flight Internet for U.S. airline passengers.
Telecom
May 10, 2006
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SanDisk has developed a 4 gigabyte memory stick that will allow Sony's PlayStation Portable to store up to 12 hours of games or other content files.
Hardware
May 10, 2006
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