German team of researchers has proposed to develop a micro-scale low-cost surface lander for the in situ characterization of an asteroid. The tiny spacecraft, called the Pico Autonomous Near-Earth Asteroid In Situ Characterizer , could be a breakthrough for the scientific community, offering simple and cheap solutions for asteroid research.
Day: December 21, 2016
‘Passengers’ and the real-life science of deep space travel
From “Aliens” to “Interstellar,” Hollywood has long used suspended animation to overcome the difficulties of deep space travel, but the once-fanciful sci-fi staple is becoming scientific fact. The theory is that a hibernating crew could stay alive over vast cosmic distances, requiring little food, hydration or living space, potentially slashing the costs of interstellar missions and eradicating the boredom of space travel.
VLA, ALMA team up to give first look at birthplaces of most current stars
Radio/Optical combination images of distant galaxies as seen with NSF’s Very Large Array and NASA’s Hubble Space Telescope. Their distances from Earth are indicated in the top set of images.
Festive nebulae light up Milky Way Galaxy satellite
This glowing nebula, named NGC 248, is located within the Small Magellanic Cloud, a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way and about 200 000 light-years from Earth. The nebula was observed with Hubble’s Advanced Camera for Surveys in Sept.
China launches carbon dioxide monitoring satellite
China on Thursday launched a satellite to monitor carbon dioxide levels, state media said, making the Asian giant the third country to track the potent contributor to global warming from space. The TanSat probe will allow China to keep a close eye on greenhouse gas emissions and give it a “louder voice” in future negotiations on carbon reduction, according to the official Xinhua news agency.
Marco Rubio wants CRTC Super Bowl ad decision reversed by BJ Siekierski
Florida Senator Marco Rubio and Wisconsin Republican Senator Ron Johnson have written a letter to Canadian Ambassador to the U.S. David MacNaughton asking the Canadian government to reverse the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission’s 2015 decision to ban the simultaneous substitution of the 2017 Super Bowl broadcast. “The NFL and its Canadian broadcast partner have a business relationship that is based upon the ability to sell Canadian ads in the Canadian market.
6 Easy Actions To Make People Happy to Share Your Content
As social media becomes more and more ingrained in our lives and internet activity, search engines are increasingly looking to social signals to help determine the value of a website or page for a particular search query. How much weight these signals have is greatly debated.
6 Easy Actions To Make People Happy to Share Your Content
As social media becomes more and more ingrained in our lives and internet activity, search engines are increasingly looking to social signals to help determine the value of a website or page for a particular search query. How much weight these signals have is greatly debated.
Holiday Rush: FedEx Says Deliveries Running on Schedule
In this Jan. 5, 2016 photo, a FedEx truck drives past the skyline in San Francisco. Two giants, the U.S. government and FedEx, are set to do battle in a federal court over the explosive claim that the shipping company knowingly delivered illegal … prescription drugs such as Ambien from pill mills to dealers and addicts, some of whom fatally overdosed.
Holiday Rush: FedEx Says Deliveries Running on Schedule
In this Jan. 5, 2016 photo, a FedEx truck drives past the skyline in San Francisco. Two giants, the U.S. government and FedEx, are set to do battle in a federal court over the explosive claim that the shipping company knowingly delivered illegal … prescription drugs such as Ambien from pill mills to dealers and addicts, some of whom fatally overdosed.
Shipping rates are going up: What you need to know
I would recommend that you have one description which you use on your own site and offer e-retailers an alternate description. E-commerce sales by region, sales by product category, holiday data, online spending by shopper and as percentage of household income, and more.
Standalone VR goggles expected to boom in China
A domestic virtual reality hardware manufacturer launched a brand new standalone head mount display , further stimulating the segment market already in full swing. On Tuesday, Baofeng Mojing, the VR arm of the Baofeng Technology Co Ltd, unveiled the “Matrix” — VR goggles equipped with 3K resolution built-in display.
Standalone VR goggles expected to boom in China
A domestic virtual reality hardware manufacturer launched a brand new standalone head mount display , further stimulating the segment market already in full swing. On Tuesday, Baofeng Mojing, the VR arm of the Baofeng Technology Co Ltd, unveiled the “Matrix” — VR goggles equipped with 3K resolution built-in display.
Expert Picks:The Best 2-in-1 Convertibleand Hybrid Laptops
For years, when you needed a real portable computer, the only way to get it was to turn to a laptop. Then, as mobile processors and operating systems became more powerful, you had a choice: You could either stay with the traditional clamshell design or go with a tablet, which offered you less functionality and power but greater convenience by subtracting the keyboard from the equation altogether.
In this Monday, Dec. 12, 2016, photo, a person searches the internet…
In this Monday, Dec. 12, 2016, photo, a person searches the internet for sales, in Miami. With the holidays fast approaching, more people are using their smartphones and other devices to get a handle on their last-minute shopping.
In this Monday, Dec. 12, 2016, photo, a person searches the internet…
In this Monday, Dec. 12, 2016, photo, a person searches the internet for sales, in Miami. With the holidays fast approaching, more people are using their smartphones and other devices to get a handle on their last-minute shopping.
AIM Exploration Launches Online Investor Relations Program via AGORACOM
AIM Exploration Inc. today announced that it has retained the services of AGORACOM Investor Relations to provide online investor relations services. AGORACOM will specifically provide an online investor relations community for current shareholder communications, in addition to online marketing through search engines, social media networks and Tier-1 financial content partners for the purpose of attracting new shareholders.
Trump Transition Team: Russia Hacks And Wikileaks Had No Effect On Election
Rep. Chris Collins, the first House member who backed Donald Trump and now a member of his transition team told CNN that he believes Russia was behind the hacks, but they had no bearing on the outcome of the general election. The proof is that during the election season, Donald Trump and his surrogates relentlessly and breathlessly repeated every hacked email and unconfirmed rumor that emanated from these leaks, including many from the New York FBI field office, and never stopped hammering away at them.
Trump Transition Team: Russia Hacks And Wikileaks Had No Effect On Election
Rep. Chris Collins, the first House member who backed Donald Trump and now a member of his transition team told CNN that he believes Russia was behind the hacks, but they had no bearing on the outcome of the general election. The proof is that during the election season, Donald Trump and his surrogates relentlessly and breathlessly repeated every hacked email and unconfirmed rumor that emanated from these leaks, including many from the New York FBI field office, and never stopped hammering away at them.
Neogen Corp. (NEOG) Posts Earnings Results, Beats Expectations By $0.02 EPS
Neogen Corp. released its earnings results on Wednesday. The company reported $0.29 EPS for the quarter, topping the Thomson Reuters’ consensus estimate of $0.27 by $0.02.
Neogen Corp. (NEOG) Posts Earnings Results, Beats Expectations By $0.02 EPS
Neogen Corp. released its earnings results on Wednesday. The company reported $0.29 EPS for the quarter, topping the Thomson Reuters’ consensus estimate of $0.27 by $0.02.
Delta incident
Adam Saleh, a popular YouTube vlogger, says he was kicked off a Delta Air Lines flight on Dec. 21 because other passengers felt uncomfortable that he spoke to his mother on the phone in Arabic. An Arab American vlogger known for his YouTube pranks claimed he was kicked off a Delta Air Lines plane Wednesday morning because other passengers felt uncomfortable that he spoke to his mother on the phone in Arabic.
Delta incident
Adam Saleh, a popular YouTube vlogger, says he was kicked off a Delta Air Lines flight on Dec. 21 because other passengers felt uncomfortable that he spoke to his mother on the phone in Arabic. An Arab American vlogger known for his YouTube pranks claimed he was kicked off a Delta Air Lines plane Wednesday morning because other passengers felt uncomfortable that he spoke to his mother on the phone in Arabic.
Tunnels, bunkers and non-conventional threats: Elite IDF unit prepares for battle
The Combat Engineering Corps’ elite unit, Yahalom, held a five-day large-scale drill last week in the Jordan Valley, in which both reserve and enlisted soldiers participated, a senior IDF officer said Wednesday. It was a full-unit drill in which members practiced all of their capabilities, with soldiers simulating raids against fortified bunkers, fighting in urban areas as well as in the field.
Tunnels, bunkers and non-conventional threats: Elite IDF unit prepares for battle
The Combat Engineering Corps’ elite unit, Yahalom, held a five-day large-scale drill last week in the Jordan Valley, in which both reserve and enlisted soldiers participated, a senior IDF officer said Wednesday. It was a full-unit drill in which members practiced all of their capabilities, with soldiers simulating raids against fortified bunkers, fighting in urban areas as well as in the field.
Oculus winter sale offers deep digital discounts on ‘Superhot VR,’ other titles
Oculus is hosting a catalog-spanning winter sale featuring several standout virtual reality games for the Oculus Rift VR headset, including highlights like Serious Sam VR, I Expect You to Die , and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes . The limited-time sale also offers deep discounts for multigame bundles, giving VR fanatics a chance to catch up on many of the year’s biggest releases.
Oculus winter sale offers deep digital discounts on ‘Superhot VR,’ other titles
Oculus is hosting a catalog-spanning winter sale featuring several standout virtual reality games for the Oculus Rift VR headset, including highlights like Serious Sam VR, I Expect You to Die , and Keep Talking and Nobody Explodes . The limited-time sale also offers deep discounts for multigame bundles, giving VR fanatics a chance to catch up on many of the year’s biggest releases.
Bots steal online advertising dollars in elaborate ‘Methbot’ scam
I would recommend that you have one description which you use on your own site and offer e-retailers an alternate description. E-commerce sales by region, sales by product category, holiday data, online spending by shopper and as percentage of household income, and more.
Nike kicks up 46% web sales growth this quarter
I would recommend that you have one description which you use on your own site and offer e-retailers an alternate description. E-commerce sales by region, sales by product category, holiday data, online spending by shopper and as percentage of household income, and more.
Nike kicks up 46% web sales growth this quarter
I would recommend that you have one description which you use on your own site and offer e-retailers an alternate description. E-commerce sales by region, sales by product category, holiday data, online spending by shopper and as percentage of household income, and more.
Impinj: Can A Chip Company Build A Competitive Moat?
It has recently attracted attention due to rumors regarding its involvement with Amazon and with the AmazonGo automated grocery store. Its product offering transcends chips and includes readers and gateways and an operating system to facilitate a complete end-user solution in many different use categories.
Impinj: Can A Chip Company Build A Competitive Moat?
It has recently attracted attention due to rumors regarding its involvement with Amazon and with the AmazonGo automated grocery store. Its product offering transcends chips and includes readers and gateways and an operating system to facilitate a complete end-user solution in many different use categories.
Zambian Miners Welcome Dropping of Planned Copper Import Duty
Zambia’s decision to drop a proposed import duty for semi-processed copper materials will help stabilize smelters in Africa’s second-biggest producer of the metal, the Chamber of Mines said. Finance Minister Felix Mutati’s announcement that the government will abandon plans to charge a 7.5 percent levy on copper concentrates from Jan. 1 is “reassuring,” said Talent Ng’andwe, the acting chief executive officer at the industry body.
Zambian Miners Welcome Dropping of Planned Copper Import Duty
Zambia’s decision to drop a proposed import duty for semi-processed copper materials will help stabilize smelters in Africa’s second-biggest producer of the metal, the Chamber of Mines said. Finance Minister Felix Mutati’s announcement that the government will abandon plans to charge a 7.5 percent levy on copper concentrates from Jan. 1 is “reassuring,” said Talent Ng’andwe, the acting chief executive officer at the industry body.
Morgan Stanley Says Don’t Believe Hype Over Trump and Le Pen
Trumponomics may promise more than it delivers, says Morgan Stanley, while investors steering clear of Europe may find it delivering more than it promises. The dollar’s surge to 14-year highs against the euro, while the S&P 500 Index scales new records, shows traders are underestimating the risk that Donald Trump will adopt more protectionist policies if U.S. economic growth fails to live up to his campaign pledges, according to Morgan Stanley’s head of cross-asset strategy Andrew Sheets.
2016 Cybercrime and Worst Hacks: Year in Review
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Black Market iPhone Cracking is Pure Gold to Hackers and Apple Loves it
The ability to break through the encryption Apple Inc. has on its gadgets is highly valued on the black market. The start of this year saw the makers of the iPhone go head-to-head with the FBI in a privacy scandal that polarized the public.
Black Market iPhone Cracking is Pure Gold to Hackers and Apple Loves it
The ability to break through the encryption Apple Inc. has on its gadgets is highly valued on the black market. The start of this year saw the makers of the iPhone go head-to-head with the FBI in a privacy scandal that polarized the public.
Ranking Hollywood’s holiday offerings
Seven big movies open between now and Christmas Day. What to see? Our critics rank them in order – from one powerful must-see Oscar contender to a few that will appeal mostly to cult or kid audiences, with two terrific biopics in between.
Bristol-Myers Squibb and Calithera Biosciences Announce Clinical…
Bristol-Myers Squibb Company and Calithera Biosciences , Inc. , a clinical stage biotechnology company focused on discovering and developing novel small molecule drugs directed against tumor metabolism and tumor immunology targets for the treatment of cancer, today announced a clinical trial collaboration to evaluate Bristol-Myers Squibb’s Opdivo in combination with Calithera’s CB-839 in patients with clear cell renal cell carcinoma . CB-839 is an orally administered glutaminase inhibitor currently in Phase 1/2 clinical studies.