Science
Over 150 nations commit to reduce greenhouse gases
- October 18, 2016
The new agreement is "equal to stopping the entire world's fossil-fuel Carbon dioxide emissions for more than two years", said Natural Resources Defence Council climate and clean air programme director David Doniger. "There are issues of cost, there are issues of technology, there are issues of finances", said Ajay Narayan Jha of India's environment and climate change ministry before the deal was announced. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
The new agreement is "equal to stopping the entire world's fossil-fuel Carbon dioxide emissions for more than two years", said Natural Resources Defence Council climate and clean air programme director David Doniger. "There are issues of cost, there are issues of technology, there are issues of finances", said Ajay Narayan Jha of India's environment and climate change ministry before the deal was announced. (more...)
A Trump Supporter Implied That He Would Assassinate Hillary Clinton
- October 18, 2016
OH requires voters to show one of a variety of identification at the polls, but it does not require photo ID. Johnson continued, claiming that in essence, Trump is saying, "Gov. Republicans back Trump 84 - 7 percent, while Democrats back Clinton 89 - 1 percent. One of his last hopes of winning the election is to suppress turnout by making these final weeks so repulsive to voters that some just stay home. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
OH requires voters to show one of a variety of identification at the polls, but it does not require photo ID. Johnson continued, claiming that in essence, Trump is saying, "Gov. Republicans back Trump 84 - 7 percent, while Democrats back Clinton 89 - 1 percent. One of his last hopes of winning the election is to suppress turnout by making these final weeks so repulsive to voters that some just stay home. (more...)
U.S. bans Samsung Galaxy Note 7 smartphones from air travel
- October 18, 2016
Singapore Airlines earlier said it will ban the mobile phones since October 16. "Other Samsung devices are not affected". The Transportation Department warned that passengers who packed the devices in checked luggage raised the risk of "a catastrophic incident". (more...)
- October 18, 2016
Singapore Airlines earlier said it will ban the mobile phones since October 16. "Other Samsung devices are not affected". The Transportation Department warned that passengers who packed the devices in checked luggage raised the risk of "a catastrophic incident". (more...)
China to Launch Manned Spacecraft on Country's Longest-Ever Space Mission
- October 18, 2016
China conducted its first crewed space mission in 2003, becoming only the third country after Russian Federation and the U.S.to do so, and has since staged a spacewalk and landed its Yutu rover on the moon. A source of enormous national pride, China's space program plans a total of 20 missions this year at a time when the US and other countries' programs are seeking new roles. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
China conducted its first crewed space mission in 2003, becoming only the third country after Russian Federation and the U.S.to do so, and has since staged a spacewalk and landed its Yutu rover on the moon. A source of enormous national pride, China's space program plans a total of 20 missions this year at a time when the US and other countries' programs are seeking new roles. (more...)
Lakers' Luke Walton, Warriors' Steve Kerr exchange playful preseason jabs
- October 18, 2016
Cool Hand Luke: Just three years removed from his playing days, the 36-year-old Walton is expected to steer one of the NBA's most storied franchises from its darkest days back to legitimacy. Robinson, a top-five pick drafted in 2012 by Sacramento, found his way to Los Angeles in the off-season. Here are three quick takeaways from the loss to the Golden State Dubs. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
Cool Hand Luke: Just three years removed from his playing days, the 36-year-old Walton is expected to steer one of the NBA's most storied franchises from its darkest days back to legitimacy. Robinson, a top-five pick drafted in 2012 by Sacramento, found his way to Los Angeles in the off-season. Here are three quick takeaways from the loss to the Golden State Dubs. (more...)
China launches longest-ever manned space mission
- October 18, 2016
The Shenzhou 11 spacecraft blasted off from the Jiuquan satellite launch center. Along the road into the launch centre are several huge billboards featuring President Xi Jinping giving himself a little clap as a "Long March" rocket sends yet another team into space. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
The Shenzhou 11 spacecraft blasted off from the Jiuquan satellite launch center. Along the road into the launch centre are several huge billboards featuring President Xi Jinping giving himself a little clap as a "Long March" rocket sends yet another team into space. (more...)
Bob Dylan Wins The Nobel Prize
- October 18, 2016
Folk legend and recent Nobel Prize victor Bob Dylan has fallen in and out of religious observance throughout his life, but there's never been any doubt where his true spirituality lies. His official Twitter account, used primarily for promotional purposes, posted a notice of the win and re-tweeted a congratulatory message from US President Barack Obama. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
Folk legend and recent Nobel Prize victor Bob Dylan has fallen in and out of religious observance throughout his life, but there's never been any doubt where his true spirituality lies. His official Twitter account, used primarily for promotional purposes, posted a notice of the win and re-tweeted a congratulatory message from US President Barack Obama. (more...)
Something Went Wrong With The Juno Spacecraft's Engine
- October 18, 2016
The period reduction maneuver is scheduled to be the final firing of the spacecraft's main Leros 1b engine, which propelled it from its August 5, 2011 launch through its arrival at Jupiter on July 4. The next time Juno will be that close after next week is December 11, so managers have penciled in that date for the period reduction maneuver. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory punched up a sequence of commands late last week in preparation for a burn that would put Juno into its final orbit ... (more...)
- October 18, 2016
The period reduction maneuver is scheduled to be the final firing of the spacecraft's main Leros 1b engine, which propelled it from its August 5, 2011 launch through its arrival at Jupiter on July 4. The next time Juno will be that close after next week is December 11, so managers have penciled in that date for the period reduction maneuver. NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory punched up a sequence of commands late last week in preparation for a burn that would put Juno into its final orbit ... (more...)
Trump Trails Clinton by 8 Points after Tape Scandal
- October 18, 2016
Isn't Donald Trump "espousing the exact same things that you are accusing Bill Clinton of?" Cote, 60, said she was on the fence about voting for Trump because she sees him as a "go-getter". Trump, who is several inches taller than Clinton, stood close behind her as she answered questions from voters. Most of those polled said they believe Mr Trump is a sexist, but they were split on whether his comments disqualify him from being president. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
Isn't Donald Trump "espousing the exact same things that you are accusing Bill Clinton of?" Cote, 60, said she was on the fence about voting for Trump because she sees him as a "go-getter". Trump, who is several inches taller than Clinton, stood close behind her as she answered questions from voters. Most of those polled said they believe Mr Trump is a sexist, but they were split on whether his comments disqualify him from being president. (more...)
Scientists make live animals from artificial eggs in 'remarkable' breakthrough
- October 18, 2016
By placing these cells in a brew of specially selected compounds, the team encouraged them to become immature egg cells . In that case, the researchers created "spermatids", which are not fully mature cells , although they did claim to use them to create offspring. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
By placing these cells in a brew of specially selected compounds, the team encouraged them to become immature egg cells . In that case, the researchers created "spermatids", which are not fully mature cells , although they did claim to use them to create offspring. (more...)
Antares rocket launch from Wallops Island postponed
- October 18, 2016
EDT. The schedule for the launch will be dependent on final tests and weather conditions at the time of the launch. In addition, the launch pad had to be rebuilt. Residents of MA and much of the East Coast might have a chance to see a rocket launch tonight from their backyards. Antares Launch Viewing Map. The Antares rocket's 12.8-foot-diameter (3.9-meter) diameter nose cone will jettison at T+plus 4 minutes, 10 seconds, then the interstage skirt that connected the first and second ... (more...)
- October 18, 2016
EDT. The schedule for the launch will be dependent on final tests and weather conditions at the time of the launch. In addition, the launch pad had to be rebuilt. Residents of MA and much of the East Coast might have a chance to see a rocket launch tonight from their backyards. Antares Launch Viewing Map. The Antares rocket's 12.8-foot-diameter (3.9-meter) diameter nose cone will jettison at T+plus 4 minutes, 10 seconds, then the interstage skirt that connected the first and second ... (more...)
Bahamas warns passengers trying to smuggle Samsung phones on board aircraft
- October 18, 2016
Nearly all mainland Chinese airlines have also banned it, while at the weekend Hong Kong's worldwide airport prohibited passengers from carrying the device on any incoming or outgoing flights, either in checked or carry-on baggage. This Device crisis is definitely adding towards the tech giant's statement of losses. This prohibition includes all Samsung Galaxy Note 7 devices. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
Nearly all mainland Chinese airlines have also banned it, while at the weekend Hong Kong's worldwide airport prohibited passengers from carrying the device on any incoming or outgoing flights, either in checked or carry-on baggage. This Device crisis is definitely adding towards the tech giant's statement of losses. This prohibition includes all Samsung Galaxy Note 7 devices. (more...)
VP candidate Mike Pence to stop in Mason Monday
- October 18, 2016
And later at a rally in North Carolina, Trump said, "The stories are total fiction". Asked what evidence he was talking about, he said , "The campaign is working on bringing that information out". Pence has another speaking event planned Monday in Ohio. "There's a lot of talk about rigged elections out there today , and I have no doubt the national media is trying to rig this election with their biased coverage in Hillary Clinton's favor", Pence said in Mason, Ohio, on Monday. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
And later at a rally in North Carolina, Trump said, "The stories are total fiction". Asked what evidence he was talking about, he said , "The campaign is working on bringing that information out". Pence has another speaking event planned Monday in Ohio. "There's a lot of talk about rigged elections out there today , and I have no doubt the national media is trying to rig this election with their biased coverage in Hillary Clinton's favor", Pence said in Mason, Ohio, on Monday. (more...)
Hilary Duff Kisses New Boyfriend Jason Walsh in Sweet Pic
- October 18, 2016
She took to Instagram and shared a sweet photo of the two kissing with the caption, " Date night with J ❤️ ". Hilary Duff has given us a major goodie this Monday by recreating her look from Casper Meets Wendy with a very special Snapchat filter! Duff, 29, was grilled about her new relationship on FOX 5's "Good Day New York" at the end of September, where she seemed pretty uncomfortable discussing her beau. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
She took to Instagram and shared a sweet photo of the two kissing with the caption, " Date night with J ❤️ ". Hilary Duff has given us a major goodie this Monday by recreating her look from Casper Meets Wendy with a very special Snapchat filter! Duff, 29, was grilled about her new relationship on FOX 5's "Good Day New York" at the end of September, where she seemed pretty uncomfortable discussing her beau. (more...)
Should You Break the Bank for the New Alphabet Pixel Smartphones?
- October 18, 2016
The result of this new ethos is the wonderfully conceived product, the Google Pixel phone . The Google keynote event at San Francisco on October 4 highlighted a series of new hardware, but the primary focus was on Google's products rather than the device itself. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
The result of this new ethos is the wonderfully conceived product, the Google Pixel phone . The Google keynote event at San Francisco on October 4 highlighted a series of new hardware, but the primary focus was on Google's products rather than the device itself. (more...)
ExoMars lander on track for a Wednesday touchdown
- October 18, 2016
The Schiaparelli space lander is to separate from its mother ship at 1442 GMT (10:42 EDT) Sunday in preparation for a controlled descent to the red planet Wednesday. While any life is unlikely to be found on the barren, radiation-blasted surface, scientists say traces of methane in Mars' thin atmosphere may indicate something living underground - likely to be single-celled microbes, if that is the case. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
The Schiaparelli space lander is to separate from its mother ship at 1442 GMT (10:42 EDT) Sunday in preparation for a controlled descent to the red planet Wednesday. While any life is unlikely to be found on the barren, radiation-blasted surface, scientists say traces of methane in Mars' thin atmosphere may indicate something living underground - likely to be single-celled microbes, if that is the case. (more...)
No. 1 Alabama shuts down No. 11 Tennessee in dominant form
- October 18, 2016
On third downs , the Tide converted 6-12, the Vols 3-16. More importantly, the Crimson Tide's rushing attack has been more productive through seven games this season than it was in 2015, when they had Heisman Trophy victor Derrick Henry stacking huge carry loads every week. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
On third downs , the Tide converted 6-12, the Vols 3-16. More importantly, the Crimson Tide's rushing attack has been more productive through seven games this season than it was in 2015, when they had Heisman Trophy victor Derrick Henry stacking huge carry loads every week. (more...)
Tesla still trouncing the competition in the US luxury sedan market
- October 18, 2016
The Model S with police equipment will be tested by an on-duty patrol sergeant, who will be taking part in pursuits, as well as driving to emergency situations. "This year, Los Angeles will become home to the largest city-owned fleet of pure battery electric vehicles anywhere in the country, and we will save taxpayer dollars along the way". (more...)
- October 18, 2016
The Model S with police equipment will be tested by an on-duty patrol sergeant, who will be taking part in pursuits, as well as driving to emergency situations. "This year, Los Angeles will become home to the largest city-owned fleet of pure battery electric vehicles anywhere in the country, and we will save taxpayer dollars along the way". (more...)
Nepal wants to be bridge between India, China
- October 18, 2016
PM Prachanda's Secretariat informed that he is arriving in Kathmandu at 3 pm. On the margins of their summit in Goa, Xi and other BRICS leaders will hold dialogues with their BIMSTEC counterparts. Before returning to Nepal, PM Prachanda will meet Nepalis living in India, a source said. The two sides focused mainly on road and railway connectivity between Nepal and China along with finalising the protocol of the Trade and Transit agreements. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
PM Prachanda's Secretariat informed that he is arriving in Kathmandu at 3 pm. On the margins of their summit in Goa, Xi and other BRICS leaders will hold dialogues with their BIMSTEC counterparts. Before returning to Nepal, PM Prachanda will meet Nepalis living in India, a source said. The two sides focused mainly on road and railway connectivity between Nepal and China along with finalising the protocol of the Trade and Transit agreements. (more...)
Cleveland Indians Take To Social Media To Troll Jose Bautista
- October 18, 2016
He was replaced by right-hander Dan Otero. Bauer's early exit meant Kluber is expected to pitch Game 4 on short rest for Cleveland. Manager Terry Francona's juggling act with the Indians' rotation keeps getting more hard. The 2014 Cy Young victor posted a 3.14 ERA with 227 strikeouts in 215 innings during the regular season, earning his first All-Star berth. The two starters combined for 12 innings of one-run ball, which was more than enough for the shutdown bullpen to take over. (more...)
- October 18, 2016
He was replaced by right-hander Dan Otero. Bauer's early exit meant Kluber is expected to pitch Game 4 on short rest for Cleveland. Manager Terry Francona's juggling act with the Indians' rotation keeps getting more hard. The 2014 Cy Young victor posted a 3.14 ERA with 227 strikeouts in 215 innings during the regular season, earning his first All-Star berth. The two starters combined for 12 innings of one-run ball, which was more than enough for the shutdown bullpen to take over. (more...)
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