Science
Samsung wins ruling to have amount of damages to Apple reconsidered
- December 07, 2016
A unanimous decision by the Supreme Court was announced on Tuesday in favor of Samsung in its long running patent battle with Apple . " The US Supreme Court's landmark decision today is a victory for Samsung and for all those who promote creativity, innovation and fair competition in the marketplace", Samsung Electronics said in its statement. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
A unanimous decision by the Supreme Court was announced on Tuesday in favor of Samsung in its long running patent battle with Apple . " The US Supreme Court's landmark decision today is a victory for Samsung and for all those who promote creativity, innovation and fair competition in the marketplace", Samsung Electronics said in its statement. (more...)
Alabama lands 11 players on coaches All-SEC, including Hurts
- December 07, 2016
While the Huskies overcame their nonconference schedule, Ohio State went over the top because it purposefully challenged itself. Clemson, which fell to Alabama 45-40 in last season's title game in Glendale, is headed back to University of Phoenix Stadium . (more...)
- December 07, 2016
While the Huskies overcame their nonconference schedule, Ohio State went over the top because it purposefully challenged itself. Clemson, which fell to Alabama 45-40 in last season's title game in Glendale, is headed back to University of Phoenix Stadium . (more...)
Massive Rift in Antarctic Ice Shelf Spotted in NASA Photograph
- December 07, 2016
Once the crack eventually spreads it will create an iceberg that is approximately 6,451 square kilometres - roughly three times the size of the Australian Capital Territory. The increase in Antarctic snow began 10,000 years ago and continues in East Antarctica and the interior of West Antarctica by an average of 0.7 inches (1.7cm) per year, according to the space agency. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Once the crack eventually spreads it will create an iceberg that is approximately 6,451 square kilometres - roughly three times the size of the Australian Capital Territory. The increase in Antarctic snow began 10,000 years ago and continues in East Antarctica and the interior of West Antarctica by an average of 0.7 inches (1.7cm) per year, according to the space agency. (more...)
Dole Lobbied Trump Campaign, GOP for Taiwanese Leadership
- December 07, 2016
KMT leader Chiang Kai-Shek set up the Republic of China - as opposed to the People's Republic of China, which rules the mainland - but it has struggled to be recognized diplomatically. Though it is unclear what conversations are happening between Trump's transition team and other foreign governments, Dole's lobbying appears to counter the president-elect's campaign and post-election language that railed against the influence of Washington insiders. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
KMT leader Chiang Kai-Shek set up the Republic of China - as opposed to the People's Republic of China, which rules the mainland - but it has struggled to be recognized diplomatically. Though it is unclear what conversations are happening between Trump's transition team and other foreign governments, Dole's lobbying appears to counter the president-elect's campaign and post-election language that railed against the influence of Washington insiders. (more...)
Apple launches new tool for logging into TV apps
- December 07, 2016
Going by an Apple support document, the new feature is presently available only in the U.S.; with the list of participating providers now including Dish, CenturyLink Prism, DirecTV, GVTC, GTA, Hotwire, Hawaiian Telecom, Sling, and MetroCast. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Going by an Apple support document, the new feature is presently available only in the U.S.; with the list of participating providers now including Dish, CenturyLink Prism, DirecTV, GVTC, GTA, Hotwire, Hawaiian Telecom, Sling, and MetroCast. (more...)
Wall-jumping robot is most vertically agile ever built
- December 07, 2016
The galago jumps so well because it stores energy in its tendons when it is in a crouched position and can then spring into the air. Then, they measured Salto's power modulation with a new metric they devised called "vertical jumping agility", which is defined as the ratio of the maximum jump height to the time it takes to complete one jump. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
The galago jumps so well because it stores energy in its tendons when it is in a crouched position and can then spring into the air. Then, they measured Salto's power modulation with a new metric they devised called "vertical jumping agility", which is defined as the ratio of the maximum jump height to the time it takes to complete one jump. (more...)
MLB Rumors: Marlins owner Jeffrey Loria willing to pay for top relievers
- December 07, 2016
Chapman: 'The only thing I have expressed is that I would like a six-year contract. Aroldis Chapman and the New York Yankees are rumored to be nearing a reunion with the World Series champion closer returning to the Bronx for the foreseeable future. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Chapman: 'The only thing I have expressed is that I would like a six-year contract. Aroldis Chapman and the New York Yankees are rumored to be nearing a reunion with the World Series champion closer returning to the Bronx for the foreseeable future. (more...)
Weather: Rain and cold expected
- December 07, 2016
Thursday is likely to be a cold and raw day with clouds slowly clearing during the day. The disturbance that has been responsible for the periods of rain that we experienced this weekend and Monday will finally move through the area Monday night. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Thursday is likely to be a cold and raw day with clouds slowly clearing during the day. The disturbance that has been responsible for the periods of rain that we experienced this weekend and Monday will finally move through the area Monday night. (more...)
Sniper Elite 4 gets its first story trailer
- December 07, 2016
Featuring previously unseen concept art, environments, factions and brand new story details, " Italy 1943 " recounts the intricate machinations behind the Allied invasion of Italy. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill meet in Casablanca to discuss the Allies' next step. Many missions in-game take Lieutenant Karl Fairburne to many locales in Italy, including a handsome coastal village to vast forest regions. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Featuring previously unseen concept art, environments, factions and brand new story details, " Italy 1943 " recounts the intricate machinations behind the Allied invasion of Italy. Roosevelt and Winston Churchill meet in Casablanca to discuss the Allies' next step. Many missions in-game take Lieutenant Karl Fairburne to many locales in Italy, including a handsome coastal village to vast forest regions. (more...)
Google's New App Trusted Contacts will help users in Emergency
- December 07, 2016
The selected people like may be friends or family can see your activity status and can also request your location. With Trusted Contacts , Google's bringing location tracking back so you can communicate with and locate loved ones in cases of emergency. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
The selected people like may be friends or family can see your activity status and can also request your location. With Trusted Contacts , Google's bringing location tracking back so you can communicate with and locate loved ones in cases of emergency. (more...)
The Flash Season 3: Finale Winter will completely change the series (SPOILERS)
- December 07, 2016
And while everyone seemed to be friends by the end of " The Present ", Julian is far more interesting as an quippy antagonist to Barry, unless he's going to get a job as STAR Labs' historian (like Nate from Legends). The Present also solved some of my worries about Savitar , who I was beginning to fear would become just another speed powerhouse, kind of like Zoom was a year ago when there was still some mystery attached to him. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
And while everyone seemed to be friends by the end of " The Present ", Julian is far more interesting as an quippy antagonist to Barry, unless he's going to get a job as STAR Labs' historian (like Nate from Legends). The Present also solved some of my worries about Savitar , who I was beginning to fear would become just another speed powerhouse, kind of like Zoom was a year ago when there was still some mystery attached to him. (more...)
NASA Just Ordered a Robot That Can Repair Satellites in Orbit
- December 07, 2016
A satellite's lifespan is not that long, especially if it does not have the ability to refuel. The satellite is not able to refuel itself; thus, NASA is awarding finance to a private space company. SSL's work with NASA on Restore-L "will likely contribute to technologies that could be used in future government and commercial missions and will therefore help us in developing our strategy for commercial on-orbit servicing missions", Oldham continued. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
A satellite's lifespan is not that long, especially if it does not have the ability to refuel. The satellite is not able to refuel itself; thus, NASA is awarding finance to a private space company. SSL's work with NASA on Restore-L "will likely contribute to technologies that could be used in future government and commercial missions and will therefore help us in developing our strategy for commercial on-orbit servicing missions", Oldham continued. (more...)
Hot Car Death: Ross Harris Sentencing Monday
- December 07, 2016
Harris was arrested and charged with felony murder and cruelty to children the evening of his son's death. Sentencing Harris to life with no parole plus 32 years, Clark said the defendant had deliberately caused his own child "unimaginable, severe physical and mental agony". (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Harris was arrested and charged with felony murder and cruelty to children the evening of his son's death. Sentencing Harris to life with no parole plus 32 years, Clark said the defendant had deliberately caused his own child "unimaginable, severe physical and mental agony". (more...)
Taiwan's Tsai: no major policy shifts, despite Trump call
- December 07, 2016
US State Department spokesperson Mark Toner also said that he had no information on whether Tsai would meet with American officials while transiting through the US. China's Foreign Ministry said it had lodged "stern" protests with what it called the "relevant US side", implying that it had raised the matter directly with Mr. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
US State Department spokesperson Mark Toner also said that he had no information on whether Tsai would meet with American officials while transiting through the US. China's Foreign Ministry said it had lodged "stern" protests with what it called the "relevant US side", implying that it had raised the matter directly with Mr. (more...)
Supreme Court rules in favor of Samsung in patent dispute with Apple
- December 07, 2016
In May 2015 the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington upheld the original verdict but cut $382 million of the $1 billion payment after ruling the iPhone's appearance could not be trademarked. So, Samsung just saved hundreds of millions of dollars that they would have lost to Apple . Back in August 2012, after Samsung and Apple faced each other in a highly publicized trial, the jury awarded Apple $930 million. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
In May 2015 the US Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington upheld the original verdict but cut $382 million of the $1 billion payment after ruling the iPhone's appearance could not be trademarked. So, Samsung just saved hundreds of millions of dollars that they would have lost to Apple . Back in August 2012, after Samsung and Apple faced each other in a highly publicized trial, the jury awarded Apple $930 million. (more...)
Czechs send medics to Iraq for IS battle
- December 07, 2016
Women walk past a member of security forces during an operation against Islamic State militants in the neighbourhood of Intisar, eastern Mosul, Iraq, December 5, 2016. Amaq also said Daesh fighters waged attacks on Saturday against the Popular Mobilization paramilitary units near the town of Tal Afar, west of Mosul, showing footage of two damaged vehicles, one with interior ministry markings on it. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Women walk past a member of security forces during an operation against Islamic State militants in the neighbourhood of Intisar, eastern Mosul, Iraq, December 5, 2016. Amaq also said Daesh fighters waged attacks on Saturday against the Popular Mobilization paramilitary units near the town of Tal Afar, west of Mosul, showing footage of two damaged vehicles, one with interior ministry markings on it. (more...)
What Will Donald Trump's Foreign Policy Be As He Takes Office?
- December 07, 2016
Officials, including some from the White House National Security Council, reiterated the long-standing USA policy toward China and Taiwan, according to Earnest. Mr Earnest said National Security Council officials twice spoke with Chinese diplomats to "reiterate and clarify" Washington's commitment to the " one China " policy. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Officials, including some from the White House National Security Council, reiterated the long-standing USA policy toward China and Taiwan, according to Earnest. Mr Earnest said National Security Council officials twice spoke with Chinese diplomats to "reiterate and clarify" Washington's commitment to the " one China " policy. (more...)
Trump, ex-Vice President Gore meet, discuss climate policy
- December 07, 2016
But Gore told reporters after the meeting that he met with Trump himself after seeing Ivanka. Leonardo DiCaprio is coming to the environment's rescue by turning to Ivanka Trump - who may one of the only rational mind in the new Donald Trump administration. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
But Gore told reporters after the meeting that he met with Trump himself after seeing Ivanka. Leonardo DiCaprio is coming to the environment's rescue by turning to Ivanka Trump - who may one of the only rational mind in the new Donald Trump administration. (more...)
Japan, US burying World War II ghosts after 70 years
- December 07, 2016
Most Americans certainly wanted no part of war with Japan. There have been other wars. A few days later, the USA declared war on Germany. At the time of the attack, relations between the U.S. "The country was so caught up and absorbed in what turned out to happen after Pearl Harbor, it was unbelievable". We should do all we can to ensure the legacy of the Greatest Generation lives forever as well. (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Most Americans certainly wanted no part of war with Japan. There have been other wars. A few days later, the USA declared war on Germany. At the time of the attack, relations between the U.S. "The country was so caught up and absorbed in what turned out to happen after Pearl Harbor, it was unbelievable". We should do all we can to ensure the legacy of the Greatest Generation lives forever as well. (more...)
Gore Meets With Trump, Calls it 'Extremely Interesting'
- December 07, 2016
Gore, who lost the 2000 presidential campaign to Republican George W. Bush, has for years been devoted to lowering carbon emissions blamed for climate change. He hit the campaign trail for Clinton in the final months of the presidential contest, calling her both the best candidate to combat global warming and reminding supporters "every single vote counts". (more...)
- December 07, 2016
Gore, who lost the 2000 presidential campaign to Republican George W. Bush, has for years been devoted to lowering carbon emissions blamed for climate change. He hit the campaign trail for Clinton in the final months of the presidential contest, calling her both the best candidate to combat global warming and reminding supporters "every single vote counts". (more...)
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