Extra's wanted for new TV show in Limerick

The Abraham Project, a new Limerick based Sci Fi TV show are looking for actors aged 18 and over from all ethic backgrounds for various extra and featured roles including body doubles/ stand ins over ...

Wizards of The Coast studio led by former Bioware devs is making a sci-fi RPG

Archetype Entertainment, an autonomous division of Wizards of the Coast and made up of former Bioware developers, is creating a sci-fi RPG.

Review: Pioneer's AVIC-W8500NEX System Upgrades Your Car With Wireless CarPlay and More

Pioneer has long been one of the biggest names in aftermarket car audio, and the company's lineup of NEX receivers offers a terrific option for...

The week in wildlife – in pictures

The pick of the world’s best flora and fauna photos, including a plea for a crocodile trapped in a tyre

The Sims 5 rumours, release date, gameplay, news and more

We suspect that EA is developing The Sims 5 at the moment, so here's everything we know about the release date, possible features and more

2019 Manila traffic is second worst worldwide

TomTom Traffic Index 2019 says Manila is second only to Indian city for traffic congestion

The ASUS ZenBook Duo is a real game-changer — here's why

The ZenBook Duo has a stand out feature that's a real head-turner. But it's definitely not a gimmick and it'll change the way you use a laptop forever. Find out why in our full review.

Canberrans can now grow and smoke cannabis, though some questions remain unanswered

Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of. Friday marks Canberrans can now grow dope, keep a small amount of the drug at home and smoke it without fear of committing a criminal offence … kind of.

Peperami Tries to be Edgy by Offering Free Meat Tubes Outside Popular Vegan Hangouts

Today is the last day of Veganuary, that pretend month-long holiday where some people will try to go vegan and see how long they can last without eating meat, cheese, or something else like that. Obviously the hope is some people will find that it's super easy, and adopt the vegan lifestyle full time, or at least until the call for ice cream becomes unavoidable.

2019 Subaru XV recalled over seatbelt fault

More than 700 compact Subaru SUVs are being recalled to rectify an issue with the rear seatbelts.

Top seven romantic getaways in Ireland on Valentine's Weekend

LOOKING for the perfect romantic getaway for you and your loved one on Valentine's weekend?  Well, look no further. Here are the top seven destinations in Ireland for you to celebrate the special...

Cancer - bring down your risk with healthy habits | TheHealthSite.com

Cancer is a dreaded disease, but it is also preventable. Read on to know how you can bring down your risk by cultivating a few healthy habits.

SARS-like coronavirus outbreak: Court slams police for crackdown on ‘rumour’

China’s Supreme Court judge Tang Xinghua wrote that officers should have been more lenient.

In the streaming wars, everyone is winning

Apple, Netflix, Disney, and Amazon can all claim success in the video streaming wars, thanks to each company's individual goals.

Despite Its IPO Success, Peloton Might Just Be a Fitness Fad

Despite its stellar revenue growth, investors should be cautious. Peloton stock might fall prey to new fitness trends or cycling competitors.

Coronavirus: SEAMATA urges traders to avoid business trips to China

southeast Amalgamated Market Traders Association, SEAMATA, has urged traders to shelve all business trips to China

How to clean and sanitize your headphones

Dirty headphones are never any fun. Keep the music bopping with these tips to ensure your headphones stay as clean as can be!

Turkey has what it takes to gain competitive edge in esports, gaming expert says

From how to get into a career in the esports industry and advice for parents of game-crazy kids to what the future holds for Turkey, here's the 'GIST' of all things gaming

Star Wars: Underworld Test Footage Reportedly Surfaces

Old test footage from Lucasfilm's live-action television project, Star Wars: Underground, has surfaced after a decade.

Do you struggle to run for a bus because you're unfit? It may be because you weighed less than your peers at birth, scientists find

Researchers at Sweden's Department for Global Public Health found that for every 1lb (450g) of weight at birth, fitness levels increased by 34 per cent in adults.

Climate activists from African nations make urgent appeal

Greta Thunberg joined the activists for a press conference in Sweden.

A quantum of solid: A glass nanoparticle in the quantum regime

Researchers in Austria have used lasers to levitate and cool a glass nanoparticle into the quantum regime. Although it is trapped in a room-temperature environment, the particle's motion is solely governed ...

Make An '80s Playlist And We'll Tell You Which Classic John Hughes Movie Matches Your Personality

I hope I get Home Alone!

Apple Proposes Standardized Format for Delivering One-Time Codes Over SMS

Apple has proposed a standardized format for delivering one-time code over SMS.

ISAIAH 56:5

Jerusalem’s famous Holocaust museum, Yad Vashem (‘a monument and a name’), takes its name from this biblical verse. Yeshayahu articulates Hashem’s promise that even those who are unable to have sons and daughters will be memorialized in Yerushalayim by their “everlasting name.” According to its mission statement, the museum “safeguards the memory of the past…

Apple is a top three PC vendor for enterprise, report claims

When it comes to corporate notebook purchasing, Macs are just as likely a choice as HP, with Dell still ahead, according to Changewave.

My life in sex: ‘My partner had been having sex with someone else'

The betrayed wife

‘Why Are Ghanaians Obsessed With The Bible Written By Europeans Who Colonized Them?– Shugatiti Quizzes

African people are notoriously religious (and) religion permeates into all the departments of life so that it is not easy or possible to isolate it. These words, written in 1969 by Kenyan philosopher and Anglican priest John Mbiti in his seminal book African Religions and Philosophy. And coincidentally, video vixen Shugatiti shares similar philosophy considering […]

Mysterious Russian spacecraft has maneuvered into orbit right behind a $4 billion US spy satellite - and the Pentagon is worried it could be preparing for an attack

Between January 20 and 23, Russian spacecraft Cosmos 2542 made several maneuvers to end up in the same orbit as the American spy satellite USA 245, and is now closely following it.

'Saaf Bath' initiative to set up portable public toilets catering especially to women

During the first phase of the project by February 2020, portable public toilets will be set up in Lahore and Karachi.

Samsung Galaxy S9 update with One UI 2 and Android 10 starts rolling out (Update: US Cellular and more countries)

Despite updates to Samsung's roadmap indicating that Android 10 for the Galaxy S9 and S9+ might be further out than expected, the company has just started

Telescope in Hawaii captures Sun in great detail

The Daniel K. Inouye Solar Telescope on the island of Maui has a 13-foot (four meters) mirror, the world's largest for a solar telescope.

In-house teams: How Reuters Graphics visualises “catastrophic” world events

As part of our new series about in-house design teams, Simon Scarr, deputy editor of Reuters Graphics talks visualising catastrophe, global communication and Star Wars.

Biochemist discovers a promising enzyme to fight cancer cells

A RUDN University biochemist has studied the stimulating effect of chemical substances on the catabolic enzyme PAO (polyamine oxidase). The results could contribute to the development of drugs against ...

Watch: An Appreciation of Little America

Paste TV Editor Allison Keene and Editor-in-Chief Josh Jackson explain why you need to watch this excellent and emotional new series.

5 Great Tech ETFs That Aren’t the XLK

When it comes to tech ETFs, the XLK rules the roost. But there are other ETFs in the sector that gives it a run for its money.

Bats a breeding ground for viruses, but unlikely cause for concern in Canada

SASKATOON - Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of virus strains that can infect humans such as the one currently raising global alarms, a bat exper

This MSI RTX 2070 Super is $529 on Amazon, its lowest price ever

Don't miss this chance to save on one of our favourite GPUs.

Extinction Rebellion stage climate protest at McKinsey's London office

LONDON (Reuters) - Civil disobedience group Extinction Rebellion staged a protest outside McKinsey & Company’s London office on Friday to demand the consulting firm use its influence over companies and governments to drive far-reaching action on climate change.

Space-time is swirling around a dead star, proving Einstein right again

The theory of general relativity predicted a phenomenon known as frame dragging, which states that space-time will churn around a massive, rotating body.

Talent Africa is back with new presenters and audition dates

Returning to your screens in September 2020, Talent Africa season 2 is here. The exciting show is coming back bigger and better with two new, vibrant presenters.

Moto G Stylus live images appear online

The mid-range handset will reportedly feature a 48-megapixel shooter with a stylus and rear-facing fingerprint scanner.

Brow Lamination Is In Right Now — But Is It Worth It?

Before you buy into the trending treatment, it's important to know what you're actually putting on your face

Funko Have Revealed A Holy Wood-Era Marilyn Manson POP! Vinyl

Check out the final design for the new Holy Wood-era Marilyn Manson Funko POP!

UK will be more welcoming to Indonesians after Brexit, ambassador says

“To Indonesians who are interested in traveling or studying in the UK, [the country] will be an even more open, welcoming and positive place for Indonesians than it has been in the past,” he said on Friday.

The best DAWs 2020: the best music production software for PC and Mac

Your votes have been counted: which is the DAW for you?

NASA to allow researchers to fly on commercial suborbital vehicles

NASA plans for the first time to allow researchers to fly with their payloads on commercial suborbital vehicles, ending years of debate and deliberation.

Choice of anesthetic for breast tumor resection may influence cancer outcomes

A study led has added to the evidence that the type of anesthetic administered to cancer patients during tumor surgical resection may affect cancer outcomes.

Trump to sign executive order combating human trafficking

President Trump will sign an executive order on Friday meant to combat human trafficking and online child exploitation, including by adding a new position at the White House to focus on the issue.

3 exciting ASX small cap tech shares on my watchlist

Alcidion Group Ltd (ASX:ALC) and two other ASX small cap tech shares could be great long term investments...

Nintendo boss shuts down Switch Pro rumours: “We have no plans”

Despite rumours of Switch Pro mass production starting soon, Nintendo President Shuntaro Furukawa claims it's not happening in 2020

Archetype Entertainment Is a New Wizards of the Coast Studio Working on a Sci-Fi RPG

Archetype Entertainment is a new studio owned by Wizards of the Coast and founded by BioWare veterans. They're working on a Sci-Fi RPG.

Men are now learning about ‘blended orgasms’ and women should too

Everyone wants to be better in bed.

Auckland fruit fly response over and produce movement restrictions lifted

Biosecurity New Zealand has ended its Northcote fruit fly operations and lifted restrictions on the movement of fruit and vegetables on Auckland’s North Shore.

'Locke & Key': Locke siblings use magical keys in sneak peek

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- Netflix is giving a glimpse of its new series Locke & Key.

Over half of British consumers faced a data breach last year

Got a BT email address? Check your security now

9to5Mac Daily: January 31, 2020 – Apple Maps redesign, more

Listen to a recap of the top stories of the day from 9to5Mac. 9to5Mac Daily is available on iTunes and Apple’s Podcasts app, Stitcher, TuneIn, Google Play, or through our dedicated RSS feed for Overcast and other podcast players. Sponsored by MacStadium: Get 50% off your first two months of a Mac mini subscription now w/ code 9TO5MAC, or get started with MacStadium’s new Orka […]

Economic Survey 2020: Red-tape still strangles Indian manufacturing

Economic Survey 2020 updates: Ease of doing business in India seems like a far fetched dream as of now due to the huge number of licenses and approvals needed to run a business. Here's all you need to know

How US hospitals are preparing for coronavirus outbreak

Hospitals across the US are preparing to receive patients infected with the novel coronavirus and have been given instructions by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) on how they might

New Rack-Mountable Mac Pro Unboxed [Video]

Check out this unboxing video of the new Mac Pro with a rack mountable enclosure.

Snake reboot hits Xbox One next week

Did you play Snake on those Nokia phones back in the day? Did you spend hundreds of hours trying to get the largest snake possible over the course of many months?

This Small Company Makes Luxe Eco-Conscious Candles And I Want Five Of Them, TBH

They're lit.

Anubis release video for new single Sirens

Australian prog rockers release 80s inspired second single from forthcoming new album Homeless...

Junior League, Airport Authority Partner to Combat Human trafficking 

The Junior League of Birmingham this week announced a new partnership with the Birmingham Airport Authority in an effort to aid human trafficking victims. This partnership includes posting signs in every airport bathroom stall to provide potential victims with helpline information, as well as passengers with information to help identify victims.

Save Big On Smart Home Products In This One-Day Sale

In Amazon's Gold Box Deal of the Day today, it has put a number of smart home products on sale. Allowing you to save big - we're talking up to 40% off of

Delhi polls: BJP promises wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg, clean drinking water to every households

The BJP on Friday released 'Delhi Sankalp Patra', its manifesto for Delhi Assembly polls, promising good quality wheat flour at Rs 2 per kg for the poor and supply of clean drinking water to every

How to use Off-Facebook to improve your privacy

Remove personal data to reduce targeted ads, and erase data Facebook holds about you from other businesses and organisations.

Munich-based SimScale closes €27 million to expand pioneering cloud-based 3D simulation software

German startup SimScale, one of world’s first production-ready cloud-based softwares for simulation, today announced that it has closed €27 million in Series C funding. Global venture capital and private equity firm Insight Partners led the round, with participation from existing investors: Earlybird, Union Square Ventures, June Fund, Vito Ventures, Bayern Kapital, and High-Tech Gründerfonds. 

Motorola's upcoming stylus phone will be called the 'Moto G Stylus' (Update: More photos)

Motorola's mid-range lineup is all over the place right now. The company still has its popular G and E-series phones, but more recently, it has released a

Head of 330 million-year-old great white shark-sized beast found in wall of cave

Fossils of 15 to 20 different shark species from the Late Mississippian period have been found in Kentucky's Mammoth Cave National Park in a breakthrough discovery

If you have any Irish language memorabilia get in touch with Cuisle

Kingdom Under Fire: The Crusaders coming to PC

Kingdom Under Fire: The Crusaders, the real-time strategy / third-person action hybrid game first launched for Xbox in October 2004, is coming to PC via Steam in Q1 2020, developer Blueside announced....

What it's like inside the booze-free NYC bars that charge $13 for nonalcoholic cocktails

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Watch: Mumbai Police’s clever (and funny) anti-honking initiative features a ‘punishing signal’

Mumbai police used a decibel meter that increases the duration of the red light at a traffic signal when sound levels cross 85 decibels.

In Q4 2019 Nokia smartphone shipment crashed to 2.8 mi, declined YoY too

As per the report shared with us by CounterPoint Research, Nokia smartphone shipments crashed to only 2.8 million in Q4 2019 resulting in a 41% decline as compared to Q4  2018 shipments. The smartphone shipments declined by 27% on a Year-over-Year basis.

Everything In Beauty Bay's First Skincare Collection Is Under £10

Beauty Bay is one of the best known UK retailers that stocks some of the most impressive makeup, skincare, and hair brands. It is also entrusted with launching exclusives, such as last year's Jeffree Star x Shane Dawson collaboration, which was only…

We’re emigrating – but our children don’t want to go. What can we do?

Listen to their concerns, says Annalisa Barbieri, but remember that you are the adults

The latest smart gadget scandal could teach us something about the next gen of gaming and beyond

Video games often lead in technology, but sometimes the industry follows leads set elsewhere. People call services like Xbox Game Pass a ‘Netflix of Games’, for instance, because while the delivery system and technology is entirely different, the end result is much the same: doing away with physical media or digital downloads for a simple, […]

What is NFC and How does it Work?

Technology | What is NFC and How does it Work?

Simplifying simple sequence repeats

Simple sequence repeats (SSRs) are regions of DNA with high diversity, and they have long been a mainstay for botanists examining the genetic structure of plant populations. However, as the cost of sequencing ...

Microsoft to shut down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps

Microsoft will shut down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps this June. As a result, developers have to look at different sources of income and other ways to monetize their apps.

Scientist bats for technology domination through IPR

AI and Machine Learning are omnipresent concepts, says R. Chidambaram

Websites selling Primark online meaning you can avoid the queues

Despite there being no official online store there are online retailers selling its products

This Squishy Water Bottle Would Be Perfect If Filling It Weren't So Dumb

I have a never-ending list of quests to find the perfect every day carry accessories, which includes a drawn out hunt for the ideal water bottle. At CES earlier this month I spent a week with Matador’s new squishy, packable water bottle and while it’s not my holy grail of hydration, it’s a nice option when...

County council launch free app to help people get the most out of services

The MyNotts app will make it easier to report potholes, arrange a wedding and find out more about visitor attractions

Endoplasmic reticulum found to contact at least two membraneless compartments and influence their behavior

A team of researchers at the University of Colorado has found that the endoplasmic reticulum (ER) makes contact with at least two membraneless compartments in cells and influences their behavior. In their ...

Economic Survey sources data from Wikipedia, other private entities

Wikipedia is a free online encyclopedia, created and edited by volunteers around the world and hosted by the Wikimedia Foundation

Gwyneth Paltrow's Goop slammed by Watchdog over 'deceptive' claims

Luckily, the vagina candle is not named in the complaint.

The best BlackBerry KEYone deals and prices in February 2020

The BlackBerry KEYone marks a long awaited return to form - we'll help you find the cheapest prices and deals around.

Coronavirus grown in lab outside China for first time, aiding the search for vaccine

Australian scientists have grown the Wuhan virus in a lab, and that will speed up the search for a vaccine. It also will help scientists understand how the virus is transmitted from person to person.

What is the difference between colour correcting and concealing?

Green, yellow, pink or salmon, what is your pick when it comes to combating blemishes?

Illumination's Mario Movie Is "Moving Along Smoothly", Aiming For 2022 Release

Nintendo is "proactively involved"

Scientists make cosmic dust in a MICROWAVE to study the chemical origins of stars, planets and life itself

Creating our very own 'cosmic dust' to study on the Earth had been an expensive, complicated and time-consuming process - but a method from British scientists is set to change that.

Performance-Based Mahindra Funster EV Concept To Debut At Auto Expo

Mahindra Funster is said to develop 312 PS from four electric motors mounted on each wheel; 0-100 kmph in under five seconds

Make Kurnool a greener city: Hafeez Khan

The MLA launches ‘Mana Kurnool-mana badhyatha’ initiative

Lille-based Hootside raises €1.6 million to develop its AR video games app

French startup Hootside (previously Augmenteo), an augmented reality video game studio, has raised €1.6 million. The funds will be used to develop its AR games app, grow its team by 60%, acquire the rights to operate new popular franchises, and expand its presence in France and abroad.

International bid from Ethio Telecom (TENDER)

The RFI remains floating from February 3, 2020 up to march 2, 2020. RFI document can be obtained free of charge from Ethio Telecom’s head office room no. 207 during office hours (Monday to Friday). Interested eligible bidders may obtain further information from ethio’s Website and collect the RFI document in person from Head quarter, 2nd Floor, and room no. 207.

Ginni Rometty, 1st female CEO at IBM, to step down in April

Ginni Rometty, the first female CEO in IBM's century-long history, is leaving the helm in April.

Frozen II's Evolution From Storyboards To Final Film Is Incredible

Disney’s biggest secret isn’t a secret at all. It’s that before any of its animated productions significantly move ahead, the filmmakers use rough storyboards to plot out the whole movie. They then screen it for internal audiences to get feedback. That feedback is digested, changes are made, and then it happens...

Patients with type 2 diabetes can achieve cardiovascular protection from use of SGLT2 inhibitors

All type 2 diabetes patient subgroups are likely to achieve cardiovascular protection from the use of SGLT2 inhibitors, according to a large multi-study review published in the Journal of the American Heart Association.

Samsung to release many foldable phones in 2020 – Galaxy Fold 2, Z Flip, maybe more?

Samsung has confirmed it will release multiple foldable phones in 2020, including some with new designs.

Exclusive: FBI probes use of Israeli firm's spyware in personal and government hacks - sources

(Reuters) - The FBI is investigating the role of Israeli spyware vendor NSO Group Technologies in possible hacks on American residents and companies as well as suspected intelligence gathering on governments, according to four people familiar with the inquiry.

tZero to Launch Broker-Dealer, Seeks Fund from External Sources

tZero, the blockchain subsidiary Overstock, is planning to launch its retail broker-dealer platform called tZero Markets.

A new Wizards of the Coast studio is working on a sci-fi RPG, headed by BioWare veterans

Archetype Entertainment has just been announced as a new studio, headed by BioWare veterans and working on a new multi-platform RPG set in a new sci-fi universe.

European Union passes resolution to force common charger for smartphones

Recently we reported that Apple may be forced to ship iPhones with USB-C port in the European Union. As we expected, EU parliament this week voted 582-40 in favor of a resolution to urge action by the European Commission on a common charging solution for smartphones. The parliament has asked the Commission to ensure that …

Want to save the world? Try science

Scientists and science as a career should be respected and supported, writes Jim Bright.

NITA set to roll-out fiber across River Nile to improve connectivity – Techjaja

In an effort to extend connectivity as part of the already launched National Fiber backbone Infrastructure (NBI) Phase 4 project, the

'The First Thing That Comes Up On Google': The Nightmare Of Facebook Listing Your Butthole As A Place

Samantha Rae Anna Jespersen never expected to be asked for articles of incorporation for her butthole. But that’s the kind of cold-stupid question she would come to expect over the years in a nightmarish search for a human being in the gears and cogs of the Facebook Support apparatus....

Heilung react to incident at show: “we do not tolerate hate speech and racism”

”Apparently some people attended our ritual with the idea that Heilung is only for white people. This is not the case. Heilung is for ALL people, regardless of the color of the skin. And we are sorry that this happened at our show.”

Samsung’s plan for 2020? Release even more high-end phones

Samsung believes foldable and "premium" products will lead the way in 2020 - helping the company to peform better commercially.

Shift to hybrid fleet saves money, reduces emissions - Waikato DHB

This month seven hybrid Toyota Prius and Camry vehicles joined the Waikato DHB’s vehicle fleet, adding to the 10 which arrived last November.

Economic Survey 2019-20: Stubble burning incidents come down

But farmers continue this practice every year, starting winter

Brain freeze: Russian firm offers path to immortality for a fee

When Alexei Voronenkov’s 70-year-old mother passed away, he paid to have her brain frozen and stored in the hope breakthroughs.

NATA 2020: Application process to begin tomorrow; check syllabus, paper pattern, exam dates, other details

NATA 2020: NATA will be conducted in two sessions on April 19 and May 31, 2020. The application process will begin from February 1.

New $2.35M U of S research chair targets beef industry sustainability

Dr. Cheryl Waldner will work with the beef industry to address producer priorities, like improving herd health and managing antibiotic use.

AISSEE 2020 Sainik School results declared at sainikschooladmission.in

The AISSEE examination was conducted on 5th January, 2020

'Hades' made me a believer in early access games

Hades is everything we want from an early access game.

Isaac Asimov’s Throwback Vision of the Future

The science-fiction giant told stories driven by a faith in humankind. One hundred years after his birth, what use do readers have for such tales?

SPYSHOTS: 2021 Mitsubishi Outlander spotted testing

The next-generation Mitsubishi Outlander has been spotted running road tests, eight years since the debut of the current-generation model in 2012. Here,

Realme UI (Android 10) stable update is rolling out for the Realme XT

Realme is expanding the rollout of Android 10-based Realme UI stable update. The company shared the files for those who want to manually flash it.

Video: Carwow tests the Rolls-Royce Phantom VIII

Check out this new video review of the new Rolls-Royce Phantom to see if it really is the very best luxury car in the world.

Japanese company NEC confirms 2016 security breach

NEC needed seven months to discover the hack, did not disclose it publicly.

Nintendo says it has no plans to launch a new Switch model in 2020

Nintendo president and CEO Shuntaro Furukawa has shot down rumours that an upgraded 'Switch Pro' will release this year.

Apple sale at Best Buy: Buy an Apple Watch and save $50 on Powerbeats Pro

Best Buy's Apple sale gives you a $50 price cut on the Powerbeats Pro when you purchase and Apple Watch.

Facebook working to curb fake cures on coronavirus outbreak, misinformation

Kang-Xing Jin, Facebook's head of health, said in a post that the social media platform's third-party fact-checkers are reviewing content and debunking false claims related to the coronavirus

Marrow cells switch jobs to repair injured bones

Scientists thought bone healing was the domain of skeletal stem cells, but another kind of cell steps up after an injury, research in mice shows.

Tertiary Students equipped with skills for the job market

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Community funding up for grabs in City of Wanneroo

COMMUNITY groups can apply for funding and have a say on how the City of Wanneroo distributes funding.

Finance Ministry Summons Infosys Asking Explanation For Its Inability To Resolve Technical Glitches Galore In GST System

Finance Ministry Summons Infosys Asking Explanation For Its Inability To Resolve Technical Glitches Galore In GSTN

Wizards of the Coast teams with ex-BioWare devs on a sci-fi RPG

The publisher took shared the first details about its new video game studio.

Kozhikode fishermen save a whale shark

An endangered whale shark, accidentally caught while trawling, is returned to the sea in a dramatic rescue by nine alert Kozhikode fishermen. Meet the fishermen, scientists and conservationists who are protecting our oceans

The Sims at 20: two decades of life, love and reorganising the kitchen

In The Sims, if you get a job, buy a house and earn more money then happiness will follow. It’s a beguiling capitalist fantasy

Some Motorola RAZR pre-orders have started shipping out earlier than expected

Motorola has begun shipping some RAZR pre-orders in the U.S., a week before the original ship date.

Optus cops hefty penalty for spamming customers

The communications watchdog has slugged Optus with its second-largest fine ever after the telco spammed consumers when they unsubscribed.

Nonflammable electrolyte for high-performance potassium batteries

Australian scientists have developed a nonflammable electrolyte for potassium and potassium-ion batteries, for applications in next-generation energy-storage systems beyond lithium technology. In the ...

Lexus LC 500h Luxury Coupe Launched In India At Rs. 1.96 Crore

Lexus LC 500h uses a 3.5-litre V6 hybrid petrol engine developing 354 horsepower and it can sprint from zero to 100 kmph in just 4.7 seconds

Eskom gauges interest in building pebble-bed nuclear plants

South Africa spent R14.47bn trying to develop the technology before abandoning the project in 1999.

Work on 'modern' £2.4m swimming pool to start this spring

Work on a brand new multi-million pound swimming pool in Hadleigh is due to get underway this spring.

Meet Meena, Google's new chatbot that interacts like humans

Google has claimed that Meena is better than any voice assistants right now

Can Weights Get You Better Abs? An Expert Says Yes — Here's How to Use Them the Right Way

Intensify your ab workouts and see results by adding weights — the right way. Here's how an expert says to do it.

Apple wants share this handy iOS 13 feature with Android users

Two-factor authentication became a lot easier in iOS 13 when the stock Apple keyboard in the Safari app started picking up text codes from the Messages | Trusted Reviews

M.I.A. Has A Patreon Now

Right now, M.I.A. is making a new album, her first since 2016's AIM. And while she's doing that, she's also joined the crowdfunding site Patreon to create some kind of a direct dialogue between herself and her fans. That Patreon has gone up online today. There are $5 and $10 tiers, and subscribers get access to things like short films, video diaries, livestreams, monthly Q&A sessions, and "random surprise content! It might be a song, a recipe, a manifesto, maybe I could help you with your homework, you guys could be my manager for a day, tell me what to do with my career, therapy sessions, dating advice, we'll see what happens." Talking to Rolling Stone, M.I.A. says, "I’ve tried all the other platforms and it’s like: this one is too mean and hateful, this one is too fake and self-obsessed, and this one just sells all your data to Cambridge Analytica… I want to get back to using the internet in a positive way; I don’t want to be an influencer. I want to be a truth dispenser." In her

Brexit a 'step backwards' and Canada's coronavirus plans; In The News for Jan. 31

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Jan. 31 ... What we are watching in Canada ...

The best HTC U11 deals in February 2020

Find and compare the best deals on HTC's brand new U11 flagship smartphone. We'll help you find the cheapest price on the HTC U11.

BattleTech feels reborn, thanks to brutal mod RogueTech

The near-total conversion has me hooked

Which Temtem starter should you choose?

Here's how to build a strong squad from the start.

Are you making these common breastfeeding mistakes?

You need to avoid them

Coronavirus - what to know

Canada has three confirmed cases of the new coronavirus that has infected almost 10,000 people globally in the last two months. While the World Health Organization has declared the outbreak a global health emergency, Canadian public health officials say the risk of contracting the illness in this country remains low.

Huawei 5G role being capped in the UK will cost £500 million: British Telecom

BT (British Telecom) has stated that Britain’s decision to limit Huawei‘s involvement in building 5G infrastructure would have increased the cost of its gigabit-communications plan by about 500 million pounds over five years. British Telecom is the largest mobile broadband network provider and its Chief Executive, Philip Jansen, said he welcomed the use of vendors …

Medtronic receives CE Mark for Cobalt and Crome portfolio of ICDs and CRT-Ds

Medtronic plc today announced it has received CE (Conformité Européenne) Mark for its Cobalt and Crome portfolio of implantable cardioverter-defibrillators (ICD) and cardiac resynchronization therapy-defibrillators (CRT-D).

Macy's is launching a new store concept that's masterminded by the woman behind buzzy concept store, Story

Macy's is in the process of hiring employees to work at its new store in the upscale town of Southlake, Texas.

Full transcript of brave dad Andrew McGinley's eulogy as children Conor, Darragh and Carla are laid to rest in Newcastle, Dublin

'Conor, Darragh and Carla. I love you, I love you, I love you'

Billionaire Boys Club Spring 2020 Collection Seeks to Channel Inner Peace

Shot in Oahu, Hawaii.

Romania's Transgaz signs MoU on development of natural gas networks in Eastern Europe

Romania's Transgaz national natural gas transmission corporation signed on January 28 a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the Partnership...

HUAWEI to introduce its trendy Nova Series in Ghana

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Exclusive: Expercom Offers MacRumors Readers Best Prices on Custom 16-Inch MacBook Pros (Up to $409 Off), Apple TV 4K, and Apple Watch Series 5

MacRumors readers have a chance to save up to $409 on a collection of custom configuration 16-inch MacBook Pro models this week, thanks to our...

Millennium Hotels and Resorts partners with Johnson Controls

In line with the UAE Agenda 2030 for Sustainable Development, Millennium Hotels and Resorts and Johnson Controls announced a Technology Alliance to drive energy savings and operational cost reduction applying latest energy efficiency product technology and digitalization concepts. Kevork Deldelian, Chief Executive Officer of Millennium Hotels and Resorts MEA, said: “We are delighted to collaborate with Johnson Controls on sustainable energy solutions to reduce operational costs. The partnership will address Millennium’s entire asset portfolio of existing and new hotels including more

IT Varsity snaps up local language apps provider

The Durban-based edtech company becomes the new custodian of Xander Apps, a provider of home language early childhood development apps.

Survey doesn’t address ground realities: Cong.

‘It’s an exercise in obfuscation’

Everything Louder Than Everyone Else – The World’s Loudest Bands

Discover the science and stories behind 14 of the loudest bands in the world…

Electric scooters can help cities move beyond cars v pedestrians

New laws to legalise e-scooters should be about safety, not horsepower, says Alex Hern, UK technology editor for the Guardian

Rocket Lab kicks off busy year with NRO launch

Rocket Lab successfully launched a classified payload for the NRO Jan. 30 in the first of up to a dozen launches planned by the company this year.

Microsoft is shutting down Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for UWP apps

Microsoft has long been said to have written off their UWP app platform, with advocates often denying the obvious. Today’s news that Microsoft is shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization platform for Windows UWP apps  in 5 months may, however, convince more. On MSDN Microsoft announced that they are shutting down the Microsoft Ad Monetization …

Sa-Roc Joins Rapsody's 'A Black Woman Created This Tour' & Drops 'Hand Of God' Video

The run kicks off on February 4 in Philly.

Death Stranding Patch 1.10 Removes Repetitive BT Encounter Animation

Slow-mo warning now optional

James Nyoro: Brains Behind Uhuru's Ksh7 Billion Project

Through Nyoro's appointment by the president, he took part in various major projects including...

[WATCH] TMI Top News: WHO declares global emergency, IGP knows where Indira’s ex husband is

Here are #3storiesin2minutes for Friday, January 31, 2020: 1. WHO declares global virus emergency after deadliest...

Expert says Canadian bats unlikely to be a source of new coronavirus

SASKATOON — Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of virus strains that can infect humans such as the one currently raising global alarms, a bat expert says.

Bitmoji TV launched: New cartoons featuring your Bitmoji every week on Snapchat

Each episode will feature your Bitmoji along with the Bitmojis of your friends play roles in scripted episodes, which have been written by the Bitmoji team.

Mountains influence the impact of earthquakes

According to the research of Professor Mark van der Meijde, mountains influence the impact of earthquakes. It was already known that the topography of an area has an influence on earthquakes, but the ...

This Is What to Expect from Sneakers in 2020

The new decade marks a new era in sneaker culture.

Google says govt needs to allay fears before mandating sharing of non-personal data

Chetan Krishnaswamy, director of public policy at Google, said there were concerns around intellectual property rights, possible de-anonymisation of personal data, legal liabilities and a lack of safeguards. He made these comments at a panel discussion at ITechLaw conference in Bengaluru on Friday.

Is your child hooked on digital devices? These researchers hope to help.

The work could create a standard set of questions that pediatricians across the country can ask parents to gauge whether children are showing signs of compulsive screen use.

You Can Finally Mute Notification Sounds In Android Auto

Google has finally rolled out a much needed feature, the ability to mute notifications in Android Auto. Sometimes you have to wonder why it took Google so

Microsoft Scrubs References To Surface Hub 2X, Official Launch Now In Doubt

Microsoft has now delayed the Surface Hub 2X according to people claiming to be familiar with its plans.

New mythical Pokemon for Sword and Shield to be revealed on Pokemon Day February 27

Pokemon Day 2020 takes place on February 27 and it looks like a new Mythical Pokemon will be revealed that day for Pokemon Sword and Shield.

The eight best car dealerships in Derby according to Google reviews

Fancy a new motor?

Ferry contract awarded to Polish shipbuilder that built Salish-class vessels

B.C. Ferries has awarded Remontowa Shipbuilding of Gdansk, Poland, a $92.3-million contract to build an additional liquefied natural gas-fuelled ferry to be delivered in 2022.The new vessel, which . . .

Tips and tricks for navigating the first week of school

It's a big moment, a parenting milestone, and filled with hurdles. CHRISTY KIDNER offers some tips and tricks to help you navigate the first year of school

Hyperledger Foundation Introduces Second Software Release of its Open-Source DLT Platform, Hyperledger Fabric

The Hyperledger Foundation has introduced the second software release of its open-source distributed ledger technology (DLT) platform, known as Hyperledger Fabr

There won’t be a Nintendo Switch Pro coming out in 2020

Nintendo president Shuntaro Furukawa has put a dampener on hopes of a new and more powerful Nintendo Switch coming out any time soon, stating that the company has "no plans to launch a new Nintendo Sw

Gold Brexit commemorative 50p coins priced at £945 are a sell-out

The Royal Mint has been operating a queuing system on its website as people buy the new commemorative 50p coins.

Symptoms of coronavirus and how to protect yourself from getting sick

Including advice from the NHS and World Health Organisation.

Got slime? Using regenerative biology to restore mucus production

Let's talk about slime.

How To Stay Cool Without Aircon

Most of Australia can be typified as 'very bloody hot' during the summer months. If you're stuck in a sweatbox unit or house without aircon this summer, the days can be unbearable and the nights un-sleepable. But, and hear me out, there are some ways to help you feel more comfortable when summer's fiery hot hands are...

University of Sheffield spin-out Epipix developing micro-LEDs

Epipix (stylised EpiPix) is a recently launched University of Sheffield spin-out company developing “the next generation” of micro-LED technology.

EA Video Game Publisher To Focus On Subscriptions, Services In 2020

News: The Electronic Arts gaming company intends to expand its business in 2020 by focusing on live services and subscriptions.

2020 Proton X70 CKD to get 7-speed wet DCT – shared with Volvo, torque up 15 Nm, 7.5 litres per 100 km

Proton is gearing up for its first big launch of the year, the locally-assembled 2020 X70. Ahead of its impending unveiling, the national carmaker has

The budget-busting Nokia 2.3 with 2-day battery life is now on sale for $129/£99

Ahead of MWC 2020 where it is expected to announce the successor to the Nokia 9 PureView, HDM Global is fleshing out its entry-level offerings with the lau

A crocodile in Indonesia has had a tire stuck on its head for years — and there’s a reward for anyone brave enough to get it off

A 13-foot crocodile has been swimming around Indonesia with a tire around its neck for years – and now officials are offering a reward to anyone who can safely get it off.

Pure Reason Revolution release brand new track Silent Genesis

Reformed UK prog rockers Pure Reason Revolution return after ten year hiatus with new album in April

Rumor: Inside the world of Elden Ring; dynamic weather, upgraded engine and more

According to the user the game will feature dynamic weather and time of day cycle, unlike all the previous FromSoftware games.

Council leader dismisses quality of life table putting Dundee 29th out of 32 Scottish districts

New figures ranking Scottish local authority areas based on quality of life have been dismissed as “not necessarily robust”.

Be careful what you wish for in this trailer for Fantasy Island

A group of guests get the opportunity of a life-time when they are given a chance to have their wildest fantasies come true. But at what cost?

Domino's wants software development classed as a manufacturing industry

Warns Australian tech job market is getting dysfunctional, again.

WhatsApp payments to be launched in several countries in next 6 months: Mark Zuckerberg

WhatsApp Pay started as a pilot programme in 2018 wherein a million Indian users participated. Overwhelmed by the response, Facebook is expanding the payments feature to more countries.

Apple TV+ drama 'Foundation' to become Ireland's biggest-ever production

The Apple TV+ dramatisation of Isaac Asimov's "Foundation" novels is to employ over 500 people and will be the largest single production ever made on location in southern Ireland.

US Prez election: Twitter, Pinterest crackdown on voter misinformation

The platform said the tool would be available at "key moments" throughout the election

Amazon's Q4 revenue takes a 300 bps hit due to Diwali timing, Japanese tax

Firms says large part of impact was felt as Diwali season moved more into third quarter, boosting Q3 sales at the cost of Q4

Google Earth app will now show the stars when you zoom out

The Google Earth app will now show you stars surrounding the planet when you zoom out, because, you know, stars are a thing.

All Humans Are a Little Bit Neanderthal, According to New Research

We’re all a little Neanderthal. That’s the conclusion of a study that used a new statistical technique to revise estimates of the degree to which modern humans have retained Neanderthal DNA. The research suggests that even people of African descent have Neanderthal heritage, something that was previously in doubt.

Verizon's Adding Subscribers, but Not Profits

Verizon's pricing and promotions are weighing on the bottom line.

DepEd to work closely with DOH on nCoV

Following the first confirmed case of the 2019 novel coronavirus (2019-nCoV) in the country, the Department of Education (DepEd) on Friday expressed readiness to “contribute to the overall Philippine government efforts for the management of this public health situation.”

Blibli.com Debuts Cashierless Store; Nordstrom Pilots Resale Concept

News: eCommerce merchants are tapping into the world of brick-and-mortar retail by opening cashless and cashierless stores.

After 16 years, the Spitzer Space Telescope's science mission is over

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope has spent the past 16 years rendering the universe and its many phenomena in infrared, providing scientists clues to the secrets of stellar formation, supernovae, quasars, exoplanets and more.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and Note10 Lite To Be Available from RM 2299; Pre-Orders Receive Free Galaxy Fit

Samsung has officially announced that it will begin to offer the new Galaxy S10 Lite and Galaxy Note10 Lite in Malaysia starting from 7 February 2020.

The best Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge deals in February 2020

Pickings are becoming slim if you're looking for deals on this superb Samsung smartphone.

Kids 'in tears' after Torpoint retro video game venue closes

Escape Gaming Venue in Torpoint will close tonight for the last time

A Brief Examination of Science and Technology

A common misconception is that scientists and engineers and their subjects are somehow completely different from those in general education. We live in a world that has to find new ways to keep pace

Save $50 On The Moto G8+ Smartphone Today

Today, you can save $50 on the Moto G8+ in this sale from Amazon. It's going to bring the price down to just $199, and at that price, this makes a really

Hands-on with the Honor V30 Pro 5G [VIDEO]

XDA TV's TK Bay got his hands on the 5G model of the Honor V30 Pro ahead of MWC and gave us a good rundown of the device.

Top seven romantic getaways in Ireland on Valentine's Weekend

LOOKING for the perfect romantic getaway for you and your loved one on Valentine's weekend?  Well, look no further. Here are the top seven destinations in Ireland for you to celebrate the special...

Small molecule may slow down Parkinson’s disease

Parkinson's disease affects more than 10 million people worldwide. A newly discovered molecule may offer a way to slow or even stop its progression.

McDonald's launches much-loved Shamrock Shake ahead of St Patrick's Day

The festive milkshake will be sold at all of its outlets in Ireland

See You Tomorrow, Nordstrom's Groundbreaking Resale Initiative, Is Going to Change Your Life

See You Tomorrow is a massive investment in a more sustainable shopping experience from Nordstrom.

These Bluetooth earphones deliver 3 hours of wireless playback

ITworld covers a wide range of technology topics, including software, security, operating systems, mobile, storage, servers and data centers, emerging tech, and technology companies such as Microsoft, Google and Apple.

Sony Is Asking PS4 Owners If They Want Remote Play On The Nintendo Switch

A 'DualShock with a screen' is also mentioned

Scientists Created A Cyborg Jellyfish That Can Swim 3 Times Faster

Who exactly was after a cyborg jellyfish? Turns out there's some serious interest in making the sea's finest invertebrates into sleek pulsing speed machines....

Emmys: TV Academy's Awards Guru John Leverence Retiring, Rule Changes Announced

One major category has been renamed, the eligibility of 'hanging episodes' has been tightened and self-published programming will now face a higher threshold to make it onto the ballot.

The best LG G6 deals in February 2020

A brilliant Android mobile for a reasonable price - check out the cheapest tariffs on LG G6 deals from £17.99 per month.

Bethesda selling Fallout t-shirt for Aussie bushfire relief

Bethesda is the latest to sell physical gear in efforts to fundraise for Aussie bushfire relief, offering a Fallout-themed First Responders t-shirt.

Toadman Studios, Sold Out, and Petrol join forces as Enad Global 7

New international game group forms to cover "entire gaming value chain" with new title EvilEvil

Bitcoin Investors Be Aware: Kraken Finds Way to Hack Into Trezor Hardware Wallets

The security research team at Kraken has found a way to hack into the popular Trezor bitcoin hardware wallet. The team extracted seeds from the wallet.

Work begins on The Bend retail complex in southwest Las Vegas

Construction crews have begun site work on The Bend, an eatery-heavy project in the southwest valley that also would include a movie theater.

Student paramedics to receive yearly £5,000 payment support

For the first time under NHS funding, student paramedics will receive £5,000 a year to support them whilst they are at university

How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch

Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.

Satellite connectivity drives Comtech acquisition of Gilat

Comtech Telecommunications is buying Gilat Satellite Networks for $532.5m, it has been announced.

How to watch Super Bowl 2020 in the UK: 49ers vs Chiefs

It's the 49ers vs Chiefs in the NFL showdown watched by millions. Here's how to watch Super Bowl 2020 including date, kick off time, TV channels, halftime show and more.

Planting 1 trillion trees might not actually be a good idea

Scientists are skeptical of the plan

Forget the Switch Pro Controller, this Wireless Pokémon themed alternative is just £29.99

There is now a reduction on the Pokémon Shield branded PowerA Enhanced Wireless Controller for the Nintendo Switch - but stock is selling out.

Dargaville pontoon to be upgraded

Rt Hon Winston Peters

Nvidia GeForce Now could be priced to smash Google Stadia

There’s a lot of competition in the cloud gaming field, so Nvidia is apparently going for the throat on pricing.

Meet the 29-Ton AAV7: The Marines' New Armored Vehicle That Can Swim

Impressive.

Nokia smartphone and feature phone shipments were down in 2019 (+ Q4 2019 results)

Counterpoint Research released their full year and 4th quarter analysis of the mobile market of 2019. In the fourth quarter of 2019, Apple regained the title of the biggest smartphone vendor after …

Apple’s AR glasses deserve an Apple Watch-style ‘early access’ launch

Apple's first Watch launched before it was fully baked, but early access helped users and developers learn what worked -- something the AR industry needs.

Samsung Galaxy A51 5G hops on GeekBench database

Samsung‘s Galaxy A-series is presently its top-selling series, thanks to the dynamism which the Korean giant introduced last year. The Galaxy A51 was one of the models released late last year. The brand is about getting a 5G variant as was seen in a recent GeekBench listing. EDITOR’S PICK: Xiaomi’s Aqara officially unveils its range …

It may be controversial but the Huawei 5G deal is vital for Brexit Britain’s trading future ǀ View

If Johnson succeeds, Brexit Britain will be one of the few places in the world with preferential trade with the world’s two superpowers. The battle lines in the US-China trade war mean any country that is on good trade terms with both will have an almost unique competitive advantage.

WATCH: Khanyi Mbau makes music comeback with NSFW music video

TV personality Khanyi Mbau just made a comeback to music with a brand-new video for her single 'Ubusuku Bonke' – and boy is it steamy!

How to cancel Spotify Premium

If you want your three-month free trial of Spotify Premium without paying a penny, here's how to cancel your subscription before you get charged.

Mastercard Invests in AI-Based Startup Trust Stamp

Electronic payments giant Mastercard has made a strategic investment in Trust Stamp, an Artificial Intelligence-based authentication services company.

Eskom: Stage 2 loadshedding resumes, weekend reality

Eskom announced this morning that it will continue with stage 2 loadshedding from 9:00 today (Friday) until 6:00 on Monday 3 February.

Seth Rogen to Produce Movie Based Around Apocalyptic Sloth Meme

Tapping 'The Batman' writer Mattson Tomlin.

WarCraft III Reforged: Not the flavor of chaos we were hoping for

We tried—seriously—to keep our cool while cataloging this $30 re-release's woes.

Indiana University’s Big Red 200 Supercomputer Will Rock NVIDIA Ampere GPUs And AMD EPYC Rome Crusher CPUs

The Big Red 200 supercomputer at Indiana University is going to be upgraded with NVIDIA's upcoming Ampere GPUs this summer.

Arvind Krishna elected IBM CEO

Indian-origin technology executive Arvind Krishna has been elected Chief Executive Officer of American IT giant IBM after a "world-class succession process", succeeding Virginia Rometty, who described him as the “right CEO for the next era at IBM” and “well-positioned" to lead the company into the cloud and cognitive era.

How to install Realme UI on Realme XT and Realme 3 Pro?

Realme is working to bring the recently unveiled Realme UI to most of its devices. The users who are fed up with the gradual rollout of Realme UI across various Realme smartphones can now manually upgrade. Yesterday, Realme CEO Madhav Seth took to Twitter to make a formal announcement about the update. Must See: Realme UI …

Pinterest Stock Should Spark Investors’ Interest With This New Feature

Pinterest just introduced “Try On,” the companies spin on augmented reality. What does this mean for Pinterest stock?

Beyond Brexit: Fishing, farming and science set for biggest shake-up in 70 years

It was hard to find a more pro-remain sector of the UK economy than Britain's scientific research sector. Science is, and always has been an international enterprise dependent on the free movement of people and just as importantly research funds. And most of the money, and people, come from the EU. The government's announcement this week for a fast-track visa system for "top talent" in research has allayed some of the scientists' fears.

Uganda to host  World Wildlife Day in Kisoro

Uganda will join the rest of the world to celebrate United Nations’ World Wildlife Day on 3rd March 2020 at Ssaza Grounds in Kisoro Municipality, Kisoro District in the Kigezi region. It will be highlighted by the recognition awards for people who have contributed significantly to wildlife conservation in Uganda. On 20th December 2013, the 68th session of the United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 3rd March of every year as World Wildlife Day to celebrate the many beautiful and varied forms of wild fauna and flora and to raise awareness of the several benefits that conservation provides to humanity. Major events set before and during the world wildlife day will include the annual wildlife marathon starting at Uganda Museum. The marathon will have 5km, 10km, 21km and 42km categories all ending at the Museum. The Chief Guest at the marathon is expected to be Rt. Hon. Jacob Oulanyah, the Deputy Speaker of the Parliament of the Republic of Uganda.

Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (BAH) CEO Horacio Rozanski on Q3 2020 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Booz Allen Hamilton Holding Corporation (NYSE:BAH) Q3 2020 Earnings Conference Call January 31, 2020 08:00 AM ET Company Participants Nick Veasey - Vice President of Investor Relations Horacio Rozansk

SiteMinder-backed research reveals an increasingly tech-savvy independent hotelier on the rise

LONDON, UK – New research backed by SiteMinder reveals that today’s independent hoteliers have a greater awareness and appetite around technology when it comes to their marketing and distribution strategies. According to eHotelier’s Marketing & Distribution 2020 Journal, 68.4 percent of independent hotels already have a digital marketing strategy implemented for their business and a further 24.4 percent intend to implement their strategy over the coming year. Only 7.2 percent of independent hoteliers do not understand the relevance of a digital marketing

Valve's auto battler spin-off Dota Underlords leaving early access next month

Exit strategy.

Expert says Canadian bats unlikely to be a source of new coronavirus

Canadian bats are unlikely to be the source of virus strains that can infect humans such as the one currently raising global alarms, a bat expert says.

US raises USD 7.6 billion in auction of 37, 39, 47 GHz bands for 5G

The US FCC announced it's completed the auction of the upper 37 GHz, 39 GHz and 47 GHz bands, which started on 10 December 2019. The auction of 5G spectrum attracted total bids of USD 7.56 billion, and bidders won 99.9 percent of the licences on offer. 

If Millennials really are having less sex, why would that be?

The phenomenon is recognised widely enough to have been dubbed the "sex recession".  

Destiny 2 Empyrean Foundation likely to bring Trials of Osiris back

The Destiny 2 Empyrean Foundation event, scheduled for in-game inclusion next week, will likely bring back the PvP-focused Trials of Osiris.

Crews removing capsized ship hope to beat hurricane season

SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — The salvage team in charge of removing a cargo ship that overturned on the Georgia coast nearly five months ago wants to surround it with a...

Increased funding to help schools reorganisation

Increased funding will “stabilise” Powys County Council's creaking schools and education service to allow it to go through a reorganisation, councillors have been told.

Wetherspoons is hosting a 17-day nationwide gin festival this February

With Dry January finally about to come to an end, it's time to raise a toast to your success.

Mercury, Not Venus, Is The Closest Planet To Earth

A team of scientists just demonstrated something that might shock you: Mercury, not Venus, is the closest planet to Earth on average....

Calligraphy expo highlights creativity of Qatari artists

It doesn’t take an understanding of the Arabic language to appreciate the beauty of the calligraphic works on display at “Calligraphy and Illumination” exhibition which launched yesterday at Katara Cultural Village.

Are you sleeping on time? If not, here’s why you should

You may find this surprising but the body is naturally set to go along with day and night patterns and adopts sleep timings basis the circadian rhythm which aligns itself with presence and absence of sunlight.

Auckland is still New Zealand’s most traffic congested city - TomTom

Location technology specialist, TomTom (TOM2), today released the results of its TomTom Traffic Index, a report detailing the traffic situation in 416 cities and 57 countries around the world in 2019. Auckland took the top spot in New Zealand as the most congested city with drivers expecting to spend an average of 31% extra travel time stuck in traffic, worsening by 2% compared to the previous year result of 29%. This works out to be an additional 9 minutes for a 30 minutes trip. Wellington takes the 2nd place with a congestion level of 28%, followed by Hamilton (25%), Christchurch (21%), Tauranga (20%) and Dunedin (20%)

Beer Might Actually Be Good for You, According to Science

While drinking a lot of beer is probably not a good idea, moderate consumption of the odd pint has been shown to be very beneficial to your health and wellbeing!

Acrelec announces $223 million investment from Glory to expand in-store quick service solutions

Acrelec, the global leader in customer experience technology for “quick service” restaurants and retailers, has announced plans for a $223 million investment by Glory Global Solutions. The funding is subject to review by Acrelec’s employee representatives and certain competition authorities. Acrelec has developed kiosks, drive-through and self-checkouts for many of the world’s best-known restaurants and […]

Zaha Hadid Architects releases visuals of amorphous OPPO Shenzhen headquarters

Zaha Hadid Architects has revealed its proposal for four interconnected towers in Shenzhen, China, which will contain the open-plan headquarters for OPPO.

Expert: Taxes beat bans for promoting reusable bags

More places are restricting or banning plastic bags at the store. A professor of economics and public policy says taxes better push people to reusable.

Facebook will Remove Misleading Information about the Coronavirus from its Platform

Content with false information from worldwide organizations will be deleted. The company announced today that it will remove all the misleading information about the rapidly spreading coronavirus in China and other countries, BTA reported.

Seagull Centre diverts more waste from landfill

The Seagull Centre in Thames is set to divert more items from going to landfill with its new Resource Recovery Park, which was officially opened today by Thames Ward Councillor Martin Rodley in a ribbon-cutting ceremony.

A US spy satellite just launched from NZ. Here's what you need to know

The controversial mission, 'Birds of a Feather', is the first launch for a US spy agency from NZ. Ollie Neas explains what we know – and even more importantly, what we don’t.  Last May, The Spinoff reported that New Zealand Space Agency staff had met with officials from a major US intelligence ag

LISTEN: Obibini drops hot bars on “Not Safe”

Ghana’s Rap Mu Wudini, Obibini has dropped his version of Stonebwoy’s “More”. Considering the lyrical content of the song, it goes a long way to prove that indeed, Obibini is a force to be reckoned with in Ghana’s music industry and beyond. Production credit of “Not Safe” goes to the budding sound engineer, Konfem. Enjoy […]

Samsung Won’t Be Using Its Custom Exynos 990 for the Galaxy S20 Series in Its Home Market

Even if Samsung’s home market, where Exynos SoCs were used, the upcoming Galaxy S20 is expected to with Snapdragon 865

Trump's vision for peace? You decide

It's important that all sections of our political spectrum discuss the plan fully before coming to a decision.

EA: Apex Legends for Mobile Still Coming

Last year in May, EA announced that it was going to bring Apex Legends to mobile devices. We knew it wouldn't be a quick process, taking a title for PC and console then porting it to mobile, but we did kind of expect to hear more about its development as we get closer to it being almost a year...

The outbreaks of both the Wuhan coronavirus and SARS likely started in Chinese wet markets. Photos show what the markets look like.

The Wuhan coronavirus outbreak likely started in a Chinese wet market, where livestock and poultry are sold alongside animals like dogs and civets.

UPSC CDS 2020: Preparation hacks to score more; tips and tricks

UPSC CDS 2020: Combined Defence Service examination is slated for Sunday, February 2. There will be three papers of two hours each. Here are some important tips for the exam for all CDS 1 2020 aspirants

China virus causes scare for India's smartphone makers

NEW DELHI (Reuters) - The coronavirus outbreak in China could start to disrupt India’s production of smartphones if it continues to spread in February, as it could delay component shipments, industry executives said.

Fanged Wyvern - Monster Hunter World

Looking to hunt a Fanged Wyvern and not sure where to start? We've got a list of the monsters you should focus on.

How the Japanese Word 'Ikigai' Can Help Your Business Be More Successful

These Japanese islanders have a long tradition of finding the secret to a successful life. And businesses can use the same idea to find their niche.

Suffolk nursery 'inspires' children to learn, says glowing Ofsted report

Teachers at a Suffolk nursery have been described as 'driven and committed' by Ofsted inspectors who graded it as 'outstanding'.

Third edition of Olam in Kerala capital to offer a range of products and workshops

Olam, beginning on February 1, brings fun, food, music and sales to one venue

2020 Proton X70 CKD 7-speed wet DCT – “dry clutch reliability and smoothness issues are in the past now”

With Proton set to introduce a new seven-speed dual-clutch transmission in its locally-assembled 2020 X70, questions will no doubt be asked about the

The House Bungled Impeachment—And It's Harming Americans

It's not just a hit on Donald Trump.

'The Bay' receives nine 2020 Indie Series Awards nominations

On January 29, it was announced that the Emmy award-winning digital drama series

Paris-based AssoConnect raises €7 million to transform the non-profit sector

The French startup AssoConnect, whose technology is transforming how the non-profit sector is managed, has completed a second round of funding of €7 million, led by XAnge, ISAI and several business angels. 

Arcadia makes supporting clean energy easier

Get a $20 Amazon gift card or 4 standard LED bulbs just by signing up.

Woman sees grandfather on Google Maps Street View years after he died

A woman from Charlotte, North Carolina, discovered an image of her grandfather using Google Maps’ Street View feature

How Brexit Could Jeopardise The Future Of Live Music

Betraying The Martyrs Aaron Matts' shines a light on the potential problems the music industry will face following Brexit

Nintendo says it’s not planning to launch a new Switch model in 2020

Your wallet can rest easy, kind of

Vegan meals and old tuxedos: Hollywood red carpets go green

LOS ANGELES, Jan 31 — From glitzy all-vegan galas to recycled red carpet outfits, Hollywood has stepped up efforts to reduce its carbon footprint this awards season, which will soon wrap up with the Oscars. But while some scientists have welcomed A-listers’ renewed zeal on climate change,...

POCO X2 6GB RAM variant spotted on Geekbench

POCO will be unveiling the POCO X2 smartphone in India on Feb. 4. The smartphone is most likely coming to country as a renamed version of the Redmi K30. China had received Redmi K30 in 5G and 4G flavors in December. Multiple evidences have suggested that the Redmi K30 4G model is coming to India …

Fujifilm X-T4 could have a divisive new screen, rumors suggest

Rumors suggest the incoming Fujifilm X-T4 will get a new screen that some might not consider to be an upgrade.

Want to make college more equitable? Start with the board

Most students are familiar with their university's chancellor or president. But what about the people who make up their school's board of trustees?

Here Are The Best Laptop And Chromebook Deals Around At Up To $500 Off

This site may earn affiliate commissions from the links on this page. Terms of use.

Apple TV Gets New Underwater Screensavers

As noted on Reddit, Apple recently released a new batch of underwater screensavers for the Apple TV 4K and Apple TV HD. The new screensavers...

Olympus E-M1 Mark III leak suggests it could be the best Micro Four Thirds camera yet

A leak appears to have given us our first glimpse of the Olympus E-M1 Mark III – and revealed most of its specs too.

Cebu’s water crisis threatens coronavirus prevention, says WHO

The World Health Organization says water shortages affect the spread of the pathogenic organisms, such as bacteria and viruses

Iceland trek: Warmth of Reykjavik radiates through the winter cold

The sweet, almost angelic strains of Joni Mitchell’s River being sung in Icelandic is a sound that pierces the heart. But hearing powerhouse pop songs in that Nordic language stirs something …

IrrigationNZ applauds $12.7m funding for Northland water

IrrigationNZ supports the Government’s decision to inject $12.7m into improving Northland’s water resilience.

Netflix signs deal for four more Adam Sandler movies

Streaming giant Netflix has extended its deal with Adam Sandler and his Happy Madison Productions company.

Microsoft launches Xbox bug bounty program with rewards of $20,000 or more

Gamers, security researchers, and everyone else can report security vulnerabilities

[Deal] Save up to 36% on these discounted Anker accessories

Whether it's keeping your smartphone charged up, listening to the SuperBowl, or chilling while a robot vacuum cleans the floor for you, Anker has something

Conspiracy theorists are telling people to drink a dangerous bleach solution to cure or prevent coronavirus

As new cases of the Wuhan coronavirus are reported across the globe, online bootleggers are cashing in on another opportunity to sell a dangerous bleach cocktail that they claim can cure malaria, cancer, the flu, and even autism. Now proponents are claiming the chlorine dioxide treatment can also cure or protect against the coronavirus.

‘Sad’ veterans send Brexit Day love letter to EU on White Cliffs of Dover

The emotional video message was projected on to the Kent landmark which provided a welcoming sight for soldiers returning from Dunkirk in 1940.

Building Micromobility At A Global Scale

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How will travelling to Europe change after Brexit?

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Ohio State futurist visits Air Force Research Laboratory

An unusual guest speaker recently challenged researchers and administrators at the Air Force Research Laboratory to think about artificial intelligence and machine learning and how they will change the home and workplace as well as institutions of higher learning.

Men are spending thousands on 'limb-lengthening surgery' to add inches to their height

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Concept Tractors Are A Thing And Boy Does This Kubota One Look Pissed

I suppose this shouldn’t really be surprising, but even though I almost exclusively associate the idea of pie-in-the-sky concept machines with the automotive industry, they’re not the only ones do this kind of thing. For example, the farm machinery industry has fun making wild futuristic concepts, too, as you can...

Brexit 50p coin sparks huge queues with Brits paying £945 for special edition version

The coins, ranging from a £945 gold proof coin to a 'Brilliant Uncirculated' 50p being sold at £10, went on sale to mark the day the UK leaves the European Union

My group of friends has a new member – I can't stand him. What can I do?

Everyone else in my circle loves him, but we clash all the time. Now I dread going out and socialising as I know he’ll be there

Mahindra Electric launches new brand identity

Mahindra has introduced two different brands within the company for electric mobility - ME, which will offer the company's vehicles and hardware solutions, and NEMO will offer software solutions.

Coronavirus may impact availability of some Samsung Galaxy S20 accessories

Virus outbreak has led to delay in release of third-party accessories

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Check Out Final Fantasy VII Remake's Theme Song in New Trailer

Check out the 'Final Fantasy VII Remake' theme song in the new trailer, which features our first looks at Red XIII, the Honeybee Inn, Jenova and more.

Barnstaple based business take Business Innovation of the Year gong

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Daily Deal: 64% off Razer DeathAdder Elite Gaming Mouse

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Simple method to work out complicated percentages is blowing people's minds

A reply to a post on Reddit asking 'What's a little-known but obvious fact that will immediately make all of us feel stupid?' has gone viral after sharing a handy maths hack

Blizzard owns any custom game made in Warcraft 3 Reforged

Blizzard has changed its Custom Game Acceptable Use Policy so that any custom game made in Warcraft 3 Reforged -- or any other Blizzard game -- becomes its property.

SRK’s Red Chillies to present Kaamyaab, film to release on March 6

Directed by debutante Hardik Mehta, Kaamyaab chronicles the struggles faced by character actors in Bollywood while trying to make a mark of their own.

Samsung to Microsoft: The Xbox Series X should support ultrawide monitors

Speaking to PCGamesN, Samsung said it is pushing Microsoft to enable ultrawide aspect ratios on its consoles, possibly starting with the Xbox Series X that launches this holiday season. “We’re pushing, we’re talking,” a Samsung rep told the publication.…

Here’s how to commence your Manaslu trek experience

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Apple TV gains 11 new underwater screen savers for you to sit and stare at

Apple has somehow managed to turn screensavers into an art form. And now we have 11 more to enjoy.

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Kraken Identifies Critical Flaw in Trezor Hardware Wallets

Kraken Security Labs has devised a way to extract seeds from both cryptocurrency hardware wallets offered from industry leader Trezor, the Trezor One and Trezor Model T.  The attack requires just 15 minutes of physical access to the device. This is the first time that…

Flush With $4.5M Funding, Haus Launches Monthly Wine Subscriptions

Haus has secured $4.5 million in financing for its subscription-based aperitifs. Haus members can choose from three monthly subscriptions, costing $35 to $144.

It's Official: GMC Is Reviving the Hummer as Its First-Ever All-Electric Truck

The rumors have been confirmed at last: GMC will be releasing its first all-electric Hummer in May, and the plan is for it to start production sometime in 2021.

Avast (and AVG) busted for selling personal data, kills responsible subsidiary

A company that millions trust to protect their PCs from external threats has just been busted selling their confidential data to advertisers

Samsung Galaxy A51 & A71 first impressions: Applying the secret sauce

In the past, it was always a little hard to recommend mid-range Samsung smartphones. Despite being the largest smartphone maker in the world, with a wealth of products across pretty much every price point and major market, Samsung’s affordable devices always scored poorly on the price-to-performance scale.

Delhi polls: BJP releases manifesto, promises to invest Rs 10K cr in infra

The manifesto said if it forms the government, the party will give wheat flour to the poor at Rs 2 per kg.

Google’s new Tangi app set to rival YouTube as the hub for tutorial videos

YouTube is presently the hub for tutorials and other guide covering various subjects and facets of life. The app is presently owned by Google but the tech giant has developed another app which it hopes will replace YouTube. The app is called Tangi and will solely host tutorial videos and similar contents. Tangi is an …

Save 40% on The Art of The Last of Us Part 2 Deluxe Edition

The official description for the game reads:'Five years after their dangerous journey across the [...]

Royal Astronomical Society rebrand inspired by “vision and discovery”

The new identity, which has been led by London-based design studio Johnson Banks, seeks to “sensitively modernise” the 200-year-old organisation.

Here's Australia's Hotlines For Coronavirus Advice

The World Health Organisation has declared coronavirus a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). In Australia, only nine cases have been confirmed and there's been no evidence of human-to-human transmission. If you're concerned you might be affected by the virus, however, a number of hotlines have...

Cloudwalker 4K UHD Smart screen review: Feature-rich, yet incomplete

Its USP is that it works both as a smart TV and a computer; and while it has a decent price tag, the big let-down is sound quality

Samsung Galaxy S20 Launch Date Set for March 6 (Possibly)

If you thought you knew everything there is to know about the upcoming Galaxy S20, you're not alone, but the release date was one titbit that eluded us. Not anymore apparently, thanks to Samsung itself.

Huawei's rumored Mate X2 might feature an inward-folding display, six cameras

A patent application filed by Huawei with the EUIPO has revealed that the Mate X successor could feature an inward-folding design with six cameras and a stylus.

Toyota RAV4 uses updated VSC to pass 'Moose Test'

Last October, Swedish publication Teknikens Värld put the new Toyota RAV4 to the “Moose Test” which it ended up failing. ]

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How to control and play music on iPhone from your Apple Watch

Leave your iPhone on the table or in your bag. Here’s how to control music on iPhone from Apple Watch so you can play, pause, or shuffle it, and more.

Inside the 'flying taxi' that could soon ferry passengers around London

This week, Vertical Aerospace showcased its flying taxi prototype in London’s Canary Wharf, and Mirror Online was given an exclusive behind-the-scenes tour

Volkswagen opens up on pricing and specification details for T-Roc Cabriolet

Convertible crossover can be had from £26,750 with order books now open

Motorola stylus phone is the Moto G Stylus

Motorola's upcoming smartphone with a stylus has been confirmed as the Moto G Stylus thanks to a slightly cagey leak.

5 Electric Vehicles Launched In Jan 2020 In India – Bajaj Chetak To MG ZS EV

The growing trend of shifting towards electric vehicles has resulted in five new EV launches in the country this month (Jan 2020)

Trump Senate impeachment trial live updates: Lawmakers to vote on witnesses

Lawmakers are to vote Friday on whether to hear from more witnesses in President Trump's Senate impeachment trial.

Police warn of skimming devices at Kitchener gas stations

Regional Police say they have received five reports of skimming devices at gas pumps in Kitchener

Black actors who shared the screen with their famous parents

Acting as every other skill or talent runs in many families. A lot of children have taken after their parents who are into acting. Some have transitioned into their parents’ shoes smoothly while others had it tough. Be it acting, music or sports, parental tutelage makes it easy to navigate the industry.Support Pan-African Journalism SubscribeMore...

Realme Fitness Band First Look is Here! Official Launch Next Month - Gizchina.com

Realme is working on its first fitness band that will launch in the month of February 2020. Here is the first look at the fitness tracker.

Anti-virus maker Avast shutters data harvester Jumpshot

Privacy scandal news saw share price fall off a cliff.

Solitary splendour in Maldives

For those who want to get away from it all, there’s always the Maldives

Airbnb and The Bahamas sign a MoU to promote tourism to the country and launch global Sabbatical campaign

NASSAU, BAHAMAS - The Government of The Bahamas and Airbnb signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) establishing a framework of mutual collaboration and cooperation on areas of common interest, including marketing promotion and good faith engagement. Airbnb spotlighted a suite of projects designed to help drive tourism to the country, commencing with today's announcement of The Bahamas Sabbatical - a global initiative that offers five participants a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to live like an islander while joining Bahamians in welcoming travelers back

Realme 3 Pro gets official Android 10-based Pixel Experience ROM

The last year's Realme 3 Pro now is part of the list of smartphones with support for the Pixel Experience ROM (Android 10 based).

How Much Are We Paying for Our Subscription Services? A Lot

Online subscriptions sure sound cheap, but what do a few bucks a month to watch TV shows, store photos online and stream music add up to? Quite a lot, it turns out. From a report: In 2019, we each spent $640 on digital subscriptions like streaming video and music services, cloud storage, dating apps...

Macy's tech workers are afraid of losing their jobs as office closings remain unclear

A spokesperson for Macy's told Business Insider that it plans to share details of its three-year strategic plan at an investor day in early February.

Steps to curb illegal fishing activities in Kannur

Steps will be taken to strengthen backwater patrols to curb illegal fishing activities in the district, C.K. Shiny, Deputy Director, Fisheries Department, has said. Officials had on Wednesday removed

MagicLab billionaire Andreev to launch new mobile app business

Move follows sale of stake in $3bn company to Blackstone

Canon vs Nikon: which camera should you buy?

We analyse what's on offer and what's best from the current Canon and Nikon DSLR and mirrorless camera ranges.

See flames shoot into the air after early hours 'explosion' and car fire on Sunderland street

The fire is now being investigated by police after emergency services were sent to the scene in the early hours of Friday

After Split With FOX Channels, Roku Users Will No Longer Be Able to Stream Super Bowl

The news sent the stock on an abrupt downward trend, falling as much as 6.1% intraday

Let’s talk shopping; At the Go Glam Shopping exhibition in Coimbatore

Entrepreneurs from the region make a good show at the ongoing Go Glam Shopping exhibition

This leisure destination in Kerala capital resorts to self-sustenance for its kitchen and ayurveda spa

Estuary Sarovar Portico, located by the serene backwaters at picturesque Poovar on the outskirts of Thiruvananthapuram, has a small kitchen orchard and herbal garden

It's official: that new Nintendo Switch isn't coming this year

Nintendo CEO Shuntaro Furukawa shuts down rumors of a Switch console refresh in the coming months.

Six Deals You Need To Know About In Australia Today

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Rare-earth miner Lynas to build waste treatment plant in Malaysia

Rare-earth mining firm Lynas has reached a deal with the Malaysian state of Pahang to build a waste treatment plant in the country.

Deaf and Dumb spotted preaching on the streets

Wonders they say shall never end and if this story is just to go by then we are sure to see more things that would surprise us.

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How to Buy Bitcoin 2020: Complete Guide to The Best Options

Our Ultimate Guide to buying Bitcoin in 2020 - Fresh update with all the best options to purchase with Debit, Credit Card & Bank Transfer

How to back up Android devices: The complete guide

Make sure all your important data is always synced and protected with this easy-to-follow Android backup guide.

Tun M: We Are Going To Use English In The Teaching Of Science And Mathematics

"We must promote the mastery of English in our education system," the acting Education Minister said while speaking during a special meeting with the Ministry of Education on Thursday.

Nike's controversial Vaporfly shoes ESCAPE a ban by World Athletics to leave runners free to use them at the Olympics... but Eliud Kipchoge's two-hour marathon Alphaflys are banned

From April 2020, any shoe must have been available for purchase by any athlete on the open retail market for a period of four months before it can be used in competition.

[PHOTOS] Malaysia Is Now Home To The World’s First-Ever In-Theatre Coca-Cola Cafe

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Here are the launch trailers for Wasteland Remastered, Days of War & Here Be Dragons

RedZeroGames, inXile Entertainment and Graffiti Games have released the launch trailers for Here Be Dragons, Wasteland Remastered and Days of War.

Magazines Dive Into Retail Again — This Time With Pot, Fashion And Delivery

Retail and magazines have always had a relationship, and recent developments indicate magazines are looking to take a more direct role in retail.

Onyx Preps 'Lost Treasures' LP With 'Boy Still Got It' Single Featuring Bobby Brown

The project arrives on February 7.

Awake NY & Double Goose Link for Vibrant Teal Straight Bomber

Reenvisioning the hip-hop staple.

Trump signs order creating post focused on human trafficking

President Donald Trump has marked the 20th anniversary of federal legislation to help combat human trafficking by dedicating a new White House position to the issue.

Ask a travel expert: How can I tell if my hotel room has bedbugs?

Bedbugs aren’t related to how clean a place is: They are attracted to humans, not dirt

Q&A: All you need to know as coronavirus affects more people in Europe

Many more people in Europe are likely to contract novel coronavirus that causes serious lung disease, the European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control has warned.

Official Microsoft site claims 1 billion Windows 10 users

2 years later than predicted, Microsoft may have finally reached its goal of 1 billion Windows 10 users. The number was claimed on an official Microsoft site offering free wallpaper for loyal users. The site is in Italian and auto-translated, which explains the strange layout, but can be seen in the original Italian here. Microsoft …

FBI Allegedly Probing Israeli Firm NSO Group's Spyware Used In High-Profile Hacks

The probe is allegedly looking at suspected intelligence gathering on governments according to the sources.

Report: AI Algorithm Sent First Warnings About China's Coronavirus

According to a recent report by Wired, a Canadian AI-driven algorithm called BlueDot sent the first warnings of the coronavirus outbreak in China beating both the CDC and the WHO.

Huawei P40 Pro: All the latest rumours and news on the upcoming flagship

The Huawei P30 Pro was renowned for its excellent camera, so can its successor manage to improve upon this incredibly high standard?

Coronavirus infects the INTERNET: Beware suspicious links about the killer Wuhan virus which hackers are using to hide malware designed to steal personal information

Hackers are using the media coverage of the killer coronavirus that has killed 213 people in China to lure people into accidentally downloading malware.

‘Albatross cops’ fitted with radar detectors to spot illegal fishing

Albatross have been fitted with technology to help in the fight against illegal fishing in a new trial. Researchers tracked the birds as they flew over the Antarctic Ocean and were drawn towards

Women are the single largest exclusion in India’s farmer suicides data: P Sainath

Delivering his valedictorian address at the XVI National Conference of Indian Association for Women's Studies (IAWS) here, Sainath, 63, said climate change was going to affect women more as they are the providers of water, food, fodder and fuels.

Musk says Tesla is closing in on the 400-mile range mark

According to Musk, Tesla's battery cell technology has improved and is improving at such a rate, that it won't be much longer until it launches a 400-mile range Model S

Seven steps to improving your company culture

Avoid the perils of a toxic culture by building one on passion, creativity and empowerment

Anti-Virus Companies Are Sticking With Windows 7 (For Now)

The vast majority of antivirus companies have confirmed that they will be continuing support on Windows 7 for the foreseeable future.

Christina Ricci Turns on the Magic, Levi’s Shuts Down Stores Due to Coronavirus

It's Friday. You've earned two minutes of fun and frivolity. Behold: Roger Vivier's campy, glamorous new campaign starring Christina Ricci!

Get This 4K Sports Action Camera With 30M Waterproof Capabilities at Just $75.98

Get the stunning Eken H6S Action Camera on a limited time discount, features 4K video recording, a compact design and much more.

The water beneath the Antarctic's 'doomsday' glacier is uncomfortably warm

The fast-melting Thwaites Glacier won't be able to hold back a massive flood of ice water.

Samples From HMS Challenger’s 1870s Expedition Reveal How Carbon Emissions Are Changing The Ocean

Samples from one of history's greatest scientific expeditions are being used to see how plankton are responding to human-induced changes in ocean chemistry

3 Simple Tips For Overcoming Imposter Syndrome

Feeling like a fraud? You're not alone. Here's what you can do about it.

This The Last of Us: Part 2 PS1 demake was created in Dreams

Here's another demake created in Dreams, and this time it's for The Last of Us: Part 2.

Samsung outS Q4, FY 2019 results; to focus on flagship, foldables

Samsung is still the no. 1 mobile OEM and we believe it will remain on top especially that Huawei has lost all of its chance to enter the US market. The trade ban in the United States has changed a…

9 business moguls on how to break into a new industry and make it to the top, Business Insider - Business Insider Singapore

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A retailer appears to have leaked AMD’s next ‘Raise the Game’ bundle

The Radeon RX 5600 XT is curiously missing from the promotion (but will probably be added).

PHP is a coding skill every programmer needs to know. Learn it now for under $30.

With that kind of history and pervasiveness, it’s a coding discipline any worthy programmer should have at their disposal. If you need it, that training is available now in The Essential PHP Coding Bundle ($29.99, over 90 percent off).

Are folding displays or dual screens better? The answer is ... complicated.

Foldable screens and dual displays are a hot topic in the PC and phone worlds this year, and each category has its advantages. Here are some examples.

Verizon outages impact much of North Carolina

According to outage maps on Down Detector, there are widespread service outages for Verizon customers. Some US Cellular customers appear to be experiencing an outage as well.

Study provides first look at sperm microbiome using RNA sequencing

A new collaborative study published by a research team from the Wayne State University School of Medicine, the CReATe Fertility Centre and the University of Massachusetts Amherst provides the first in-depth ...

Wildlife filmmaker Philp Dalton will reveal secrets behind BBC documentary

Award-winning filmmaker Philip Dalton will be sharing his spy creatures in Tiverton.

A new study reveals the secrets of mucus production that could be applied to cancer biology

The cells that produce mucus are known to be involved in serious health conditions such as asthma, chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, and even cancer.

IrrigationNZ applauds $12.7m funding for Northland water

IrrigationNZ applauds $12.7m funding for Northland water - but more urgently needed

Opinion: Byleth is the most disappointing Super Smash Bros DLC character to date

As the fifth and final character of Super Smash Bros Ultimate's first Fighters Pack, there's a case to be made that Byleth presents a missed opportunity.

ZEALANDIA book celebrates the "Valley that Changed a Nation"

One of the founders of Wellington’s beloved ZEALANDIA Eco-sanctuary, Jim Lynch, gave a talk at the Greater Wellington Regional Council on Thursday discussing how the ambitious idea came to life, and his new book ZEALANDIA: The Valley that Changed a Nation.

Huawei Band 4 sale starts tomorrow: Price in India, features

Huawei Band 4 was launched recently in India. It comes with major fitness-centric features such as a steps counter and supports various workout modes.

Rush hour chaos in Edinburgh after horror car and motorbike smash on city bypass leaving traffic queued back five miles

A HORROR crash between a car and a motorbike is causing rush hour chaos in Edinburgh. Emergency services raced to the city bypass around 3.45pm after the smash near Dreghorn. Cops locked down the w…

Euronews holds Reddit AMA to answer your questions on Brexit

Our Brexit expert, Alasdair Sandford will answer all the questions you have on Brexit on Reddit at 6pm CET.

OnePlus Basically Confirms That the OnePlus 8 Will Have Wireless Charging After All

OnePlus has been hesitant to jump on the wireless charging bandwagon, but things are a-changing over there as the company makes a move that seems to confirm it's had a change of heart.

Google is trying to steal Amazon's protesting employees

The irony of the whole situat­ion was that Google is also in the middle of a crackd­own on labor activi­sm

POCO X2 leaked image shows a Redmi phone look-a-like

The secret has been out for some time. POCO is now independent of Xiaomi. It was something expected since we already heard before Xiaomi would putting an ending to the Pocophone line. Poco’s …

Property of the Week: Old or new? Take your pick on Portobello Road

It may be home to the world’s largest antiques market; but Portobello Road in Notting Hill is surely just as renowned for its property.

Three for the Weekend in Latvia: Tempting tourism, Fantasy science, Documentary film

Stuck for something to do in Latvia this weekend? You shouldn't be, there's plenty happening!

Regenerative biology could be used to restore mucus production, shows study

Mucus is a protective, slimy secretion produced by goblet cells and which lines organs of the respiratory, digestive, and reproductive systems. Slime production is essential to health, and an imbalance can be life-threatening.

Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite & Note 10 Lite Malaysia: Everything you need to know

The Samsung Galaxy S10 Lite and the Galaxy Note 10 Lite have finally arrived in Malaysia. These are the latest “budget” variants of the Galaxy 10 series which offers a large screen and huge battery.

Phishing scams leveled up, and we didn’t

Mass-produced cyberattacks you’ll probably fall for, just like Jeff Bezos

iPhone and Android users are getting 117 new emoji in 2020

New year. New emoji.

It's easier to buy a gun in Delhi than to set up a restaurant: Economic Survey

"Although India has significantly reduced the time and cost of starting a business, a lot more needs to be done," it said.

IBM-Backed Hyperledger Fabric Releases Version 2.0

Hyperledger Fabric had a major release with version 2.0, which significantly improves performance while adding some decentralization aspects for data sharing.

Hummer is making a comeback, but this time it's electric

General Motors announced Thursday that it will start selling a battery-powered Hummer pickup truck in September of 2021.

IBM's big bet on cloud computing, AI and open source needs to pay off soon

Although IBM has underwhelmed in recent years, outgoing CEO Ginni Rometty may have planted the seeds for future prosperity.

These TNW2020 tracks are back by popular demand

At last year’s TNW Conference, we welcomed 350 speakers to share their ideas and visions of what’s next in tech. Divided over 11 themes, our program let you find the talks you’d enjoy the most – whether you were interested in marketing trends, the future of work, or digital art. Several of these tracks were […]

Do you intend to buy iPhone 9 if all the rumors are true?

All signs are that it's coming. But will anyone buy it?

Cropped-out climate activist Vanessa Nakate urges media to hear Africans

Vanessa Nakate says she hopes storm over Davos photo will help shift narrative

Possible Xiaomi Mi MIX Fold Design Gets Patented

Xiaomi has patented a new design for a foldable smartphone, and this one could represent the rumored Mi MIX Fold handset. The design has popped up at

Comment: An Apple wireless charger makes sense even if it isn’t AirPower

It was reported earlier this week that we might see an Apple wireless charger after all, despite the AirPower debacle. Some have suggested this isn't ...

This new mod for The Witcher turns the game into a murder mystery

It's called The Masquerade, and sees Geralt embark on a "detective adventure"

Vulkan is coming to Raspberry Pi: first triangle

We have some news to share on the graphics front...we have started work on a much requested feature: an open-source Vulkan driver!

Love Island: Shaughna and Callum take their relationship to the next level

“What’s it like to be in love...?”

Royal Enfield Classic 500 Tribute Black Limited Edition revealed

Royal Enfield is set to discontinue all of its 500cc UCE models; the limited-edition motorcycle will be the last to feature the engine. Click to know more.

Can a solo indie developer use ray tracing in their game?

Zeng Xiancheng on why the realistic lighting technique is not solely the realm of AAA developers

Helping prepare medium business for 2020

Medium businesses don’t have the same resources as larger businesses to pursue new technology improvements, says Brad Pulford, GM – Channel & Distribution at Dell Technologies Africa.

Apple's Touch ID Is Still Rumoured to Make a Return in 2021 but It'll Be In the Power Button

Reports that Apple will be bringing back Touch ID have been around for a while, and while the latest one is still saying the same thing, the details are slightly different.

CMPD trying to find cigarette-stealing duo who robbed QT at gunpoint

The robbery happened around 7:45 p.m. at the QuikTrip on the 5700 block of N. Tryon Street, near Old Concord Road.

Brexit a 'step backwards' and Canada's coronavirus plans; In The News for Jan. 31

In The News is a roundup of stories from The Canadian Press designed to kickstart your day. Here is what's on the radar of our editors for the morning of Ja

Kerala Lottery Nirmal NR-158 Today Results announced: First Prize worth is Rs 60 lakh

Kerala Nirmal Lottery NR 158 Today Results: The first prize winner is ticket number NC-846095 which bagged a whopping Rs 60 lakh. The second prize was drawn by ticket number NC-938462 which bagged Rs 5 lakh.

What Is Quibi? A Super Bowl Spot Attempts to Explain the New Bite-Sized Streaming Service

What Is Quibi? A Super Bowl commercial briefly explains the upcoming bite-sized streaming service with tons of new original content.

Nonprofit Receives Grant to Help Prevent Local Oil Production

Santa Barbara County faces a tripling of onshore oil production. Three oil companies are proposing to drill and operate over 700 new wells in Cat Canyon Oil Field, posing dangerous threats to clean air, clean water, public safety, and our climate. What’s more, these oil companies are not proposing conventional oil drilling, which is risky enough, but rather they are seeking permits for extreme, enhanced oil extraction processes known as cyclic steam injection and steam flooding, which are far riskier and more energy intensive than traditional drilling. The Environmental Defense Center (EDC) has just received $10,000 in grant funding from the Fund for Santa Barbara to help confront this major threat.

Augmented reality game Secret Oops! sneaks onto Apple Arcade

Secret Oops! is a great looking augmented reality game that can be enjoyed by up to four players at the same time. And it's available on Apple Arcade now.

European Processor Initiative Readies its Custom HPC Processor

EPI is readying its first prototype for its high-performance processor chips, this processor is expected to tape-out towards the end of 2020 or the beginning of 2021.

New Final Fantasy 7 Remake trailer shows Red XIII and Cloud in a dress

A new trailer has released for Final Fantasy 7 Remake and it looks absolutely amazing. In perhaps our best look at Final Fantasy 7 Remake yet, we get a glimpse of Cloud’s crossdressing quest, the Honey Bee Inn, Jenova, Sephiroth, Cloud’s childhood memories, and even Palmer, the guy who famously liked cups of tea with […]

Economic Survey: Free medicines not really free for most patients

More than 60% of the patients are still forced to pay for some of the medicines they receive

One of the oldest bald eagles ever recorded just crashed through a man's window

The eagle that smashed through a Wyoming man's window was bearing a leg band from 1989.

Pigs Genetically Engineered With Human Cells May Pave The Way For Future Skin Transplants

A team of researchers in China have genetically engineered a pig with human DNA and transplanted skin grafts onto monkeys in a “milestone” they say will pa

New combination treatment could help fight advanced melanoma

A study by researchers at the UCLA Jonsson Comprehensive Cancer Center suggests that using an immunotherapy drug called NKTR-214, also known as bempegaldesleukin, in combination with an infusion of anti-tumor immune cells, or T cells, may produce a stronger immune response that could help fight advanced melanoma.

Captain Scarlet! Ab Rogers brings a rhapsody of red to a hospital car park

It was the first hospital in the world dedicated to cancer. Now Royal Marsden is home to an uplifting Maggie’s centre full of zing and zest. Ab Rogers clearly shares his dad Richard’s love of colour

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Facebook to remove posts promoting fake coronavirus cures

It will also block hashtags on Instagram that peddle false information.

IBM Chief To Exit Role After Sluggish Growth

IBM CEO Ginni Rometty is stepping down after eight years in which the tech giant struggled to keep up with its competition. Arvind Krishna will be the new CEO.

Coin hoard is a world record breaker – and that’s official

A HOARD of almost 70,000 Iron Age coins found in Jersey has been officially recognised as a world record – although its value and whether it will stay in Jersey still remain unclear.

Plastic use to be banned soon in Nirmal district

District Collector suggests meaningful interactions between technology students and farmers to develop agriculture

How to stop Siri listening to you

Apple has been listening to conversations with Siri in order to improve accuracy and some people are annoyed. Here's how to turn Siri listening off and how to get Siri to stop recording on your iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, HomePod and Apple TV. Keep your conversations private!

RuPaul's Drag Race UK series 2 start date, news and rumours

RuPaul's Drag Race aired the very first dedicated British spin-off in 2019 - here's everything we know so far about the next series of the show

Kioxia present BiCS5 NAND SSD memory with 112 layers

Kioxia (Formerly Toshiba) and its technology and manufacturing partner Western Digital Corp have developed their fifth-generation BiCS FLASH three-dimensional (3D) flash memory with a 112-layer vertic...

Scientists engineer bacteria to protect bees against pests and virus infections

Researchers have engineered new strains of bacteria to protect honey bees from a deadly trend known as the colony collapse disorder -- a global phenomenon in which a majority of worker bees in a colony disappear, leaving behind a queen, plenty of food, and a few nurse bees.

Dundee head teacher shows ‘very strong leadership’, says glowing school report

A Dundee school has been praised for its “positive culture” and respectful and supportive relationships following an inspection.

Kilbowie outdoor centre closure agreed by North Lanarkshire Council

The residential facility, which provides outdoor education for Primary Seven groups, is to shut in 2020-2021.

GENOMICA is developing new Wuhan coronavirus diagnostic kit

GENOMICA, a wholly owned company of PharmaMar Group, is developing a kit to reliably detect and identify the new virus known as "Wuhan pneumonia" (coronavirus 2019-nCoV).

Scientists warn there is NO evidence Dettol can kill the deadly Wuhan coronavirus after bogus conspiracy theories flood social media

The bottle label claims the disinfectant spray can 'kill coronavirus'. But experts say there is no proof it will work against the new strain from China.

For Honor is getting 2 heroes instead of 4 this year, a Battle Pass

For Honor is the latest Ubisoft live service game to gain a Battle Pass, and cut the number of new characters launching this year.

Quibi tries to explain what Quibi is in a new Super Bowl commercial

Quibi is using the Super Bowl to make its first major mainstream marketing push

Three new tech execs join WA's govt-wide digital office

Including the state’s first-ever digital chief.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 9, Note 10 beat the Pixel to the February 2020 patch

The February 2020 security patch, as it is now rolling out for the Galaxy Note 9 and Note 10 right now — ahead of the Google Pixel.

Facial Exercises Can Tighten the Skin & 5 Other Online Beauty ‘Tips’ That Are Actually Just Myths

It's human nature to always want to look your best, whether when out in the public or on your social media postings. While some go as far as having skin or facial treatments every week, others resort to following beauty advice from the internet. But did you know that some…

EU Officially Votes to Create a Standard Charging Adapter for Phones Despite Apple's Protests

After a debate that had raged on for more than 10 years, the European Parliament has finally voted in a landslide 582-40 decision to create a standard charging solution for all phones and other small to medium-sized mobile devices.

Pair stuck in lift for two hours slammed for wasting firefighters' time

'This is what happens when you jump about in a lift'

Sneinton Square to become UV skate park inspired by nature for Nottingham Light Night

'Skate of Nature' will transform Sneinton Square with half pipes and forms, each decorated with UV artwork

How to activate Android blue light filter

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Coronavirus disruption could spread to Apple's Indian manufacturing base

A report has suggested that disruption to Apple's supply chain caused by the coronavirus outbreak could extend beyond China to Apple's India manufacturing base, in part due to its reliance on China for parts.

Thunberg puts climate activist Nakate in media spotlight

Greta Thunberg puts Africa’s climate activists in media spotlight Stockholm, Sweden | AFP |  After a racism debate in Davos on the invisibility of African climate activists, Greta Thunberg held a press conference Friday with eco warriors from Kenya, Uganda and South Africa to stress the importance of their voices. Vanessa Nakate of Uganda was …

Montana ranchers, conservationists lock horns over free-ranging bison

Jan. 31 (UPI) -- A new state plan to allow bison to be categorized as wildlife has pitted Montana ranchers and livestock producers against conservationists.

Kodaikanal lake needs a new lease of life

Municipality plans facelift to the waterbody; environmentalists say water pollution should be addressed

8 Super Bowl commercials to keep the game interesting

These sweet, inspiring and silly commercials are Super Bowl stars.

Man of the hour: Dr. B.V. Doshi

Eminent architect and Pritzker Prize winner Dr. B.V. Doshi has received the Padma Bhushan. He speaks to Durganand Balsavar about the architect’s role in society

Poco X2 to Pack a 6.67-inch 120Hz Screen, Quad-Cameras, 6 GB of RAM and More for $270

The Poco F1's sucessor is finally here in the form of Poco X2. Read on to find out more about the device and its specifications.

Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari: “I respect Kangana Ranaut a lot as an actor…”

‘Panga’ (2020) director Ashwiny Iyer Tiwari has expressed that she respects Kangana Ranaut as an actor, after working with her in the film. “I feel that there is a humane side to her which she doesn’t want to show to anyone. The reason she doesn’t want to show her side, because I think if someone […]

Tesla CEO Elon Musk drops hot new track: Gigaclub coming soon?

A day after Tesla reported its impressive Q4 2019 earnings, CEO Elon Musk seems to be in a celebratory mood, treating his fans and the electric vehicle community by dropping a new song. The Model Y delivery is set to start soon and a lot of people are excited about the Cybertruck but the Tesla […]

The Reborn GMC Hummer EV Truck Will Have 1,000 HP, 11,500 Lb-Ft Of Torque

Hummer is dead no more. It will be officially reborn as the GMC Hummer EV, GMC’s first all-electric truck, to be built at General Motors’ Detroit-Hamtramck assembly plant. And its numbers are unreal....

Understanding Botanical Science

Lots of men and women feel that persons can be helped by botanical science within the world that is real. Sciences are very interesting for the reason that they look at herbs and plants in numerous

The joy of reading

To inculcate reading habit among all age groups, a unique mission involving 4,000 college students from 500 colleges of Tamil Nadu is set for a launch this Sunday

Farm for sale but the locals are WILD! Animal park available for £1.5m comes complete with monkeys, porcupines, meerkats, goats, sheep and cattle

As well as native Scottish wildlife such as Highland cattle, goats and sheep, Auchingarrich Wildlife Park near Comrie, Perth and Kinross is home to several more exotic creatures like lemurs (pictured).

[Update: Voted Passed, Law Pending] The EU will vote to force all smartphones to adopt USB-C

The European Parliament will move to force all smartphone manufacturers to use USB-C with a new legislation awaiting EU Council approval.

Protector #1 Is An Exercise in Wonderful World-Building

Protector #1, Image Comics’ latest dystopian science fiction series is sharp in its execution and world-building.

The head of PETA says you're walking your dog wrong

Let dogs pause to sniff the roses.

Galaxy Note 10+ and Galaxy Note 9 receive February 2020 security patch

Samsung has become quite proactive these days in rolling out new security patches for its devices even before Google puts up the release notes. We have seen the company do this consistently over the p

Proton X70 CKD 7-speed wet DCT: more efficient than VW DSGs, >350k km lifetime, meets Volvo standards

Proton has recently confirmed that the locally-assembled 2020 X70 will come with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission, and ahead of its impending

Creepy video of drones in china scolding those who aren't wearing masks

Drones are now hovering over people in the streets of china, scolding those who aren’t wearing face masks to protect them from the coronavirus, and it’s quite eerie. Watch the video in …

DU Semester Exams 2019: Result Likely to be Released Today, Check on du.ac.in

The result will be declared for semesters one, five and three for the UG and PG courses. If not today, it will be declared latest by February 2.

Watch: Trump speaks on human trafficking amid coronavirus outbreak, impeachment trial

President Donald Trump is expected on Friday to announce plans for a new administrative position focused on combating human trafficking.

NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope ends mission of astronomical discovery

After more than 16 years studying the universe in infrared light, revealing new wonders in our solar system, our galaxy and beyond, NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope's mission has come to an end.

How getting creative keeps me calm

In my experience, having had a big slab of time trampled on by depression, the ways to reach balance and contentment are ultimately free, accessible and very, very simple. 

Release contaminated Fukushima water into sea: Japan panel

Radioactive water from the stricken nuclear plant in Fukushima should be released into the ocean or vaporised into the air, an expert panel advised the Japanese government on Friday.

SpaceX's workhorse Falcon 9 rocket expected to reach major launch milestone in 2020

Hours after SpaceX launched its 240th new Starlink satellite into orbit, Elon Musk took to Twitter to cryptically reveal that the company’s workhorse Falcon 9 rocket could “reach triple digits this year” if everything goes according to plan. Designed and built by SpaceX in the late 2000s, the Falcon 9 rocket launched for the first […]

Lcal digital spending to grow 2.7 times in a market worth US$9.1 bil locally

KUALA LUMPUR: Digital spending in Malaysia is expected to grow 2.7 times in 2025 in a market estimated to be worth US$9.1 billion.

Plastics ban can't be instant, restaurants warn Ottawa

OTTAWA — Canada's restaurant owners are eager to do their part to curb this country's addiction to plastics, their association says, but they want the government to leave time for them to adapt to a . . .

Musk says Model S to get 400 mile range in the future

Elon Musk mentioned during an investors call that his auto company is still working to improve the range on the Model S and X vehicles.

Facebook vows to limit and remove misinformation about the Wuhan coronavirus and tell you if something you shared is false

Facebook said it will try to limit the spread of false and misleading information about the coronavirus on its Facebook and Instagram platforms after the World Health Organization declared the virus a public-health emergency.

Facebook and Google are fighting coronavirus misinformation

Google and Facebook are attempting to stay ahead of coronavirus conspiracy theories and fake cures.

4 Ways to Get a Head Start on Monday Without Sacrificing Your Weekend

When it's not possible to completely cut off from work over the weekend, create balance between life and work with the right combination of technology, communication, and discipline.

How to Measure Almost Anything Using Your Phone

Your phone can do it all. It’s a portable music player, diary, digital camera, communication device, calculator, and just about everything else. But you might not have considered that it can also replace your measuring tape. With the right sensors on board and the right apps installed, you can measure more data with your phone than you might think.

Oppo 80W SuperVOOC charging feature gets exposed - Gizchina.com

Oppo 80W SuperVOOC charging technology has just been exposed in a leaked photo. According to official report it can charge a 4,000mAh battery in 20 minutes.

Truck has 480,000 lumen light panel installed on it

RCtestflight on YouTube was dissastisfied with only being able to light up entire mountainsides from four kilometers away, so replaced the enormous array of LED lamps atop his truck with ones inclu…

Ford offers winch designed into its Super Duty pickups' bumper

The winch option, only available on 2020 Super Duty F-Series pickups, generates up to 12,000 pounds of pull.

UK trade bodies respond to points-based immigration proposal

UKIE suggests "little impact" on games industry, while TIGA welcomes attention given to creative and STEM sectors

Podcast: Why Clearview AI's facial recognition is a privacy nightmare

On the latest Engadget Podcast, we chat about how an unknown startup's facial recognition tech may have killed privacy for good.

Fire shifts review planned

Shropshire’s fire brigade plans a review to help part-time staff manage their work-life balance while maintaining cover, but some stations have “pre-empted” this by changing their shift systems, the governing body has heard.

Ofsted staff to wear body cameras to visit suspected illegal schools

Inspectors to trial use in England in effort to shut down more unregistered venues

E-bike trial coming soon

On 12 February selected officers in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, and Dunedin will take to the roads on e-bikes to trial them as a new tool to help keep our roads safe.

PETA Suggests Replacing Punxsutawney Phil with a Robot Groundhog

PETA thinks that the 137-year-old groundhog should retire, and the town should get a robot that can actually predict the weather.

Mobvoi Ticpods Free review: Impressive, but not the perfect set of earbuds

They're aesthetically appealing, versatile and easy to use; the trouble is the sound output

Get the Pokémon you want by trading through wooloo.farm

Looking for a specific Shiny or Gigantamax Pokémon? Then you should try setting up a trade through wooloo.farm, a new social network for Pokémon Sword and Shield players.

The Importance of Getting Mathematics Certifications

The importance to having certifications that are mathsIt is really crucial that you go after professions that want the wisdom of the math along with the concepts.Math is a subject that's mandator

Mushrooms: The Art, Design and Future of Fungi at Somerset House – A celebration of humanity’s great, unsung alliance

Somerset House delves into our complicated relationship with these... things (neither plant nor animal) in its new exhibition Mushrooms: The Art, Design and Future of Fungi.

Apple suppliers mixed over threat from China's Coronavirus

Supply chain sources say that while fabrication firms TSMC and UMC report no change in operations, Taiwanese chip design firms are expecting an impact on demand because of the Coronavirus.

On the Web Education and Learning – Should I Consider a Online Study Training Course in Information Science?

The following article will examine the benefits that you can get out of edX information Science. Inside this regard, it's important to distinguish in between other along with edX businesses that

Install 'Desktop Goose' To Have The Horrible Goose Mess With Your PC

I love a good geeky prank, and the new Desktop Goose utility from 18-year-old Sam Chiet is the perfect app to bring around on a flash drive. Your friends will hate you. Your school’s IT department will really hate you. But little is more fun, and silly, than watching the star animal of Untitled Goose Game wander...

Samsung Galaxy A71 & A51 Malaysia: Everything you need to know

Awesome screen, awesome came–OK enough. ENOUGH. The Samsung Galaxy A51 and A71 have finally launched in Malaysia as the company’s brand new duo. Here is everything you need to know about it.

The Outer Worlds Switch release scheduled for March

The wait is almost over -- The Outer Worlds Switch release date has been locked in for March 2020. Those on Switch can expect the RPG -- one we named best RPG of 2019 here at Stevivor -- from 6 March 2020. Physical copies will be offered, but they're actually just placeholders for a digital download.

Editor’s note: Cheering failure might sound preposterous – but don’t knock it until you’ve tried it

There’s no shame in admitting defeat. To prove it, the February issue of Report on Business magazine features eight inspiring leaders telling us what they learned from their biggest mistakes

This unique espresso maker belongs in every coffee-lover's kitchen

The morning coffee routine is a wonderful thing—offering ambitious people a chance to rid themselves of sleepiness and fatigue so they can confront the day’s challenges head-on. But if you’re looki…

History is important than science - Prof Konotey-Ahulu

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Microsoft could finally be working on a Surface Book 3

News from Microsoft isn't all that rare but when it comes to laptops, the company has been more focused on churning out other devices like the new Surface Pro X. We haven't seen a new Surface Book in almost two years but a new rumour hints that we're finally getting some updates on a potential new Surface Book 3.

Celebrate body+soul’s 20th birthday with Kayla Itsines

To celebrate our 20th birthday, we’re hosting an intimate VIP event in Sydney with an exclusive workout with SWEAT trainer, Kayla Itsines. 

Scientists back use of Napier grass as sustainable way to feed herds

According to a study carried out in Kenya by the Centre for International Forestry Research,the use of Napier grass as fodder could help reduce strain on forests.

Willow: Ron Howard Confirms Disney+ Show with Warwick Davis Is in the Works

Willow director Ron Howard is developing a Disney+ series based on the film with screenwriter Jon Kasdan and star Warwick Davis.

Emotet malware is back, this time exploiting current coronavirus scare to trick users

Current happenings are often taken advantage of for various purposes but one of the latest is certainly deplorable. Reports of a new malware campaign have surfaced in Japan, using the current fear of the coronavirus to fool users into opening malware-infected email attachments.

CBSE to start free counselling for class 10, 12 students, parents from tomorrow

The counselling will be available to students after exams as well. Those who wish to contact with the counselors can do so via toll free number, 1800 11 8004. The facility, as per the official CBSE curriculum will be available till March 30, 2020.

Apple must fight to keep the iPhone's Lightning port as the EU presses ahead on forcing standardized phone chargers

The EU might kill the Lightning port on the iPhone.

How to Sustain Your Pace and Performance at Work by Paying Attention to Your Burnout Cycle

How often you feel depleted reveals more than you might think.

Kingdom Hearts: Project Xenahort officially titled Kingdom Hearts: Dark Road

Just last week, we were informed by Square Enix that a new Kingdom Hearts title was in development for mobile platforms, with the tentative title of

The EU has voted overwhelmingly in favor of standardized charging

The European Parliament has voted resoundingly to urge the law-making body to create regulations that would force phone makers to adopt a single charging standard. All major Android manufacturers use the common USB standard, so this move primarily targets Apple.

9 reasons you need to upgrade your pedalboard power supply

If you run more than a few pedals, a pedalboard power supply is an essential purchase. Don't believe us? Here's 9 reasons that should convince you.

First Indian reality show on US television set for launch in March

US broadcaster, Bravo TV has announced the launch of ‘Family Karma’, the first docu-series featuring an all-Indian cast to air on American television. The show will follow the lives of seven Indian American friends in Miami, who grew up together in the same immigrant community. It will focus on their families expectations and cultural traditions. […]

This week, #StackOverflowKnows the coronavirus’s long tail, sulfuric acid spills and tiny malicious code

The first month of the new year is almost over just in time for everyone to give up on their resolutions. But fear not! Stack Overflow and our coterie of Exchanges have a bevy of delicious questions to strengthen your resolve. Take a gander at the genetics of the coronavirus, the waste products of Apollo 13, and the littlest malicious code. 

CCTS begins administering CRTC’s new Internet Code today

The CCTS now officially administers the new CRTC-issued Internet Code, which was released in July 2019.

Is this the most expensive bottle of liqueur in the world?

Suffolk auctioneers are toasting what they believe may be a record price for a single bottle of liqueur.

WW2 shooter Days of War finally launches after three years in Early Access

Two kickstarters, one publisher and two early access periods later...

Medical professionals battle virus misinformation online

Dr. Rose Marie Leslie, a family physician at the University of Minnesota, is fighting misleading and false information around a virus outbreak with the very tool used to spread much...

Public Wi-Fi is a Lot Safer Than You Think

Jacob Hoffman-Andrews, writing for EFF: If you follow security on the Internet, you may have seen articles warning you to "beware of public Wi-Fi networks" in cafes, airports, hotels, and other public places. But now, due to the widespread deployment of HTTPS encryption on most popular websites, adv...

Smoothing Bumpy Cash Flow For Small Town Governments

Springbrook discusses the cash flow challenges of local governments prioritizing timely supplier payments and budget transparency.

EPIC’s student news network recognized for excellence

It’s a special moment when a news organization is able to call itself “award winning,” and that’s exactly what EPIC Charter Schools’ EPIC News Network (ENN) is now able to do. The state’s first-ever statewide student journalism program for high school students took home multiple awards (including several “superior”) from Oklahoma Scholastic Media’s (OSM) monthly contest. OSM is housed in the Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication at the University of Oklahoma and has a mission of training, educating and assisting scholastic media advisors and students statewide. In addition to both being OSM members, ENN co-directors M.

Fill 'er up at this New Jersey gas station that dates from 1922

Owned by the same family for three generations, Guy's Auto Service in Washington, New Jersey is a landmark service station.

Relive PS1-Era Horror on Your PC With The Haunted PS1 Demo Disc

Itch.io has become the go-to place for finding indie horror games, it seems. We now even have an article series devoted to it. And if that’s not proof enough, Haunted PS1, a community for low rez horror games, is set to release something special. Old-school PS1 gamers probably remember the PS1 demo discs. Well, Haunted […]

Epic Games backs GamesIndustry.biz Academy

Unreal Engine firm to contribute guides to our new section

Hawaii confirms ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 | Honolulu Star-Advertiser

The state has confirmed a ninth case of rat lungworm disease in 2019 in an adult on Kauai.

Mars National Anthem?  Elon Musk Drops Surprise EDM Track ‘Don’t Doubt Ur Vibe’

Elon Musk has proved a versatile creator, but forget electric cars, rockets and flamethrowers – the Tesla boss has now ventured into electronic music.

Heavenly blossoms

Flowering gardens have long inspired Indian culture, mythology, literature and art

Manitoba government to end controversial practice of birth alerts in April

The Manitoba government is ending a controversial practice that allowed hospitals to flag new mothers to child welfare agencies.

The Sims 'for a new generation' could have online play

'Social interaction and competition' will become part of The Sims in future.

Japanese billionaire cancels search for girlfriend to take on SpaceX trip

Back in 2018, Maezawa, who founded Japanese online clothing retailer Zozotown, had been named as the first passenger on Elon Musk’s SpaceX rocket flight around the moon, which is scheduled to take place in 2023. His original idea was to…

Huawei Mate X2 Will Feature Stylus & Six Cameras, New Patent Reveals - Gizchina.com

Huawei Mate X2 Will Feature Stylus & Six Cameras, New Patent Reveals5 (100%) 1 vote After the successful launch of Mate X, Huawei is now ...

Intel Is Launching These Three New 10th Generation Mobility Processors In Late March

So, I have an update to our earlier exclusive on Intel 10th generation mobility processors and this information supersedes the previous one. Not only do I have the exact model of the CPUs that Intel will be launching, but a date on when the embargo lifts as well. Intel is going to be launching the …

Chemists simplify the synthesis of antitumor compounds

A RUDN chemist in collaboration with colleagues from N.D. Zelinsky Institute of Organic Chemistry and N.K. Koltsov Institute of Developmental Biology (IDB), RAS have developed a new method for the synthesis ...

Tangi video app from Google’s Area 120: Can this be a TikTok challenger?

Tangi comes from Google's Area 120 team, which is their lab for experimental projects. Its an app for creating and sharing short videos, and here's what we thought of it in the first use.

Busing fees could double

It could cost parents in the Central Okanagan twice as much to get their student a seat on a school bus.

ServiceNow aims to court CEOs, expand use cases beyond IT

CEO Bill McDermott said he has all he needs to expand ServiceNow into a company producing $10 billion in revenue a year.

EA plans to release four major non-sports titles before April 2021

EA held an earnings call last night for the third quater of the FY2020. EA revealed that it has 12 games in the pipeline set to be published before April 2021, including four new games based on existing IPs.

Behold the power of the Sun, at its peak on winter solstice

The Sun is both creator and destroyer of life. Where better to bow to its power than a subterranean tomb on winter solstice?

Tools needed to help young people in Africa

RGB Building Supplies has joined forces with South West-based charity Amigos

Funky Tetris Remix Lets You Play 4 Games At Once

There are a few key ways to increase the difficulty of a puzzle game. You could add new rules that limit player options or strange hazards that shift their strategies. You can also just add a metric crap-ton of variables to track. Schwerkraftprojektionsgerät, a game by Stephen Lavelle, does exactly that by cranking...

The Alexa-Enabled iRobot Roomba 960 Robot Vacuum Is Just $395

Amazon has a great deal on the iRobot Roomba 960 robot vacuum today. Dropping the price to just $394.99. That's good for over $250 off of its regular

Everspace 2 features new drones, interface improvements, and more

A few months ago, Rockfish Games announced that it was working on an open-world space shooter. You may remember the team from the excellent Everspace. The game already has received a number of improvements.

What happens to UK coronavirus patients after deadly disease is confirmed?

A frantic search is underway for anyone who may have come into contact with the two patients diagnosed with coronavirus in England.

UPS innovation: Protecting critical loads and the national grid

Data centre technology, specifically uninterruptible power supplies (UPS), can be used to support the power grid and balance the load.

Augmented Reality Party Game 'Secret Oops!' Lands on Apple Arcade

"Secret Oops!" by Italian developer MixedBag is this week's addition to Apple Arcade across the iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, and Mac. ...

10 promising Italian startups to watch out for in 2020

Besides their great taste in food, style and ice cream, Italians also have an innate sense for starting a business. The Italian government has introduced more than a few initiatives to simplify the challenges that young companies face – in 2012, Italy introduced the ‘Italian Startup Act‘, which brought with it tax incentives for investors, a fast-track visa for entrepreneurs, more relaxed labor regulations, and a simpler registration process for new companies. Startups can also obtain grants or loans from Invitalia, as well as apply for the Italia Startup Visa from the Ministry of Economic Development and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. Hubs like Turin and Rome are gaining traction, and investors are increasingly taking interest in due to a new host of success stories.

View: Public sector bank network, a good idea

It is vital for India to swiftly enact the law on data protection, given the kind of data sharing that has been envisaged in the PSBN.

Nearly 1,000 students, staff on leave of absence after returning from China, says MOE

SINGAPORE: A total of 967 students and employees from schools in Singapore have been placed on a leave of absence because of their recent travel ...

New Audi RS3 Spy Photos Show It Playing In The Snow

New spy photos of the Audi RS3 show the performance car cold-weather testing before its reveal sometime later this year.

TriEye’s Infrared Camera Helps Autonomous Cars See Through Haze

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Nasa remembers fourth person to exceed speed of sound, WWII and bomber pilots on Day of Remembrance

On Day of Remembrance, Nasa remembers the fourth person to exceed speed of sound, a World War II pilot of a bomber fighter plane and a naval aviator who flew 48 combat missions in supersonic jet interceptor plane F-4s over Vietnam.

PETA says its Colin Kaepernick-inspired Super Bowl ad rejected by Fox

PETA also says the NFL put pressure on the network.

5 unique products to help you learn a new language in 2020

Learning a new language doesn't just make it easier and more enjoyable to travel to your favorite destinations abroad—it's also been known to enhance your memory, sharpen your mind, and diminish the cognitive effects of aging. But far too many people give up on their goals to learn a new language because even some of the most popular language-learning platforms rely on boring and...

EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards - Gizchina.com

EU overwhelming vote to unify charging cable standards. The core of the resolution by the European Union is to reduce the amount of e-waste.

The best free iPhone apps of 2020

TechRadar wants you to have the best apps going – so here's our regularly updated list of the top free iPhone apps around.

What is 'intuitive eating'? The 'anti-diet' explained

'Intuitive eating' is a concept developed more than 20 years ago by registered dietitians Elyse Resch and Evelyn Tribole but is now experiencing a renaissance.

Five handguns, one machine gun recovered in Rathcoole

Five handguns and one machine gun have been recovered  at a site on the Naas Road, Rathcoole, as part of an investigation into an organised crime group.

Five of the Best: Console startup screens

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China's drone army fighting coronavirus: Farm, police and personal drones are repurposed to spray disinfectant over villages and cities hit by killer virus

Drones are currently being used in the coastal provinces of Jilin, Shandong and Zhejiang with individual devices disinfecting an area of 16,000 square metres in a single morning.

Samsung's Next Foldable Phone Might Be 4G Only

Samsung's next foldable phone might skip out on 5G altogether, with US FCC filings pointing only to the existence of an LTE model....

Locust plague decimating east Africa, including swarms 40 miles wide, is getting worse and threatens to become a humanitarian crisis, UN warns

The insects are munching their way through farmland across Kenya, Ethiopia, Somalia, Dijibouti and Eritrea, putting 12 million people into acute food insecurity. The UN has called for action.

SEGA Europe is going green as it abandons all plastic boxes for future PC games

With Football Manager proving to be an eco-friendly and edible success story last year, the house of Sonic the Hedgehog is looking to clean up its act even further.

New Poster for ‘Color Out of Space’ Will Melt Your Mind Like Only Lovecraft Horror Can

SpectreVision and director Richard Stanley‘s Color Out of Space is now playing in select theaters, ahead of the Lovecraft adaptation hitting DVD, Blu-ray and 4K UHD on February 25. We’ve seen some pretty awesome art for the movie so far, and this week Empire shares the film’s coolest poster to date. It’s the official UK […]

India can make a satellite within four weeks, says Chandrayaan-1 Project Director

‘Space technology provides many opportunities for young engineers’

The Nigel Farage Show: live on Brexit Day

The Nigel Farage Show is live on Brexit Day from 6pm and you can watch it here.

The Super Bowl is streaming in 4K HDR for the first time - here’s how Fox Sports is pulling it off

How Fox is streaming the Super Bowl in 4K

What happens if the internet’s most important law disappears?

If Facebook is held liable for everything you write, it'll stop letting you write.

Canadian Nov. GDP will be in focus on Friday – TDS

Analysts at TD Securities (TDS) offered a brief preview on Thursday's release of Canadian monthly GDP print for November and also the near-term outloo

Making simulated cosmic dust—in the microwave

Cosmic dust is the key to the chemical evolution of stars, planets, and life itself, but its composition is not well understood, and we can't currently collect samples for analysis. A few examples have ...

Save on an Amazon Fire TV Cube in time for the Super Bowl

Your only option for watching the game in 4K HDR resolution

Global smartphone sales of 2019 revealed, with Apple taking top spot in Q4 2019

With 2019 over, it was only a matter of time before analysts shared the big numbers for 2019. Research organisations have provided a few interesting facts to chew on, such as how Samsung still holds the largest smartphone market share, Huawei overtaking Apple for the overall second spot, and Apple managing to snag a top spot for Q4 2019.

Final Fantasy VII Remake Trailer Introduces New Theme Song

A new story trailer for Square Enix's Final Fantasy VII Remake debuts a new theme song while exploring a revised vision of Midgar.

WebKit Team Proposes a Way to Secure SMS Two-Factor Authentication

Apple’s WebKit team has a proposal to standardize and secure SMS two-factor authentication codes with URLs.

Apple TV+’s Mythic Quest is an admirable attempt to mock video game culture

Apple TV+'s Mythic Quest: Raven's Banquet isn't quite the Silicon Valley the tech giant is aiming for, but it's still compelling at times.

6 of the best things to buy at Costco, from someone who used to hate it

Much as it pains me to admit, I've become a Costco connoisseur of sorts. I even have a few lesser-known items I almost exclusively purchase at Costco.

NVIDIA’s Next-Gen GPU Is Up To 75% Faster Than Current-Gen – Will Be Deployed in Big Red 200 Supercomputer This Summer

NVIDIA's Next-Gen 'Ampere' GPUs which will be featured in the BIg Red 200 supercomputer are up to 75% faster than existing chips.

Spread some of the infrastructure spending wider

An increase in central government’s contribution to local authority roading costs should be a priority for some of the $4 billion in unallocated infrastructure spending the Government still has up its sleeve, Federated Farmers says.

Nintendo has "no plans" for new Switch model in 2020

Not mushroom beside PS5 and Xbox Series X.

Moto G Stylus live images, specs on Geekbench sighted online

Last week, we told you about the possibility of Motorola releasing a new smartphone with stylus. It may be something like the Samsung Galaxy Note or an LG Stylo but we highly doubt now if it will b…

NASA’s newest space observatory could sniff exoplanet atmospheres for signs of life

Over the course of our existence, humanity has struggled to definitively answer the question: “Are we alone?” Is Earth the only planet in the vast cosmic sea that contains life? As our technology becomes more advanced, we get closer and closer to the answer. Our solar system contains a multitude of worlds, planetary bodies ranging […]

Sign Languages Display Distinct Ancestries

Well more than 100 distinct sign languages exist worldwide, with each having features that made it possible for researchers to create an evolutionary tree of their lineages.

Domestic kamikaze mini drones delivered to Turkish security forces

The first batch of the domestically developed new generation kamikaze mini-drones was delivered to Turkish security forces, Defense Industry Presidency...

Bridges to be built to help pupils cross rivers

The KZN Transport Department has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Premier’s Office, Department of Public Works ...

Does Wearing A Face Mask Protect Against Coronavirus?

Editor’s note: This article has been updated in light of the January 2020 coronavirus outbreak. If you live in a city, it’s likely you’re constantly on high alert about germs, especially with seasonal outbreaks of flu (or influenza, as its otherwise…

What’s heritage? Architect Joey Giaimo has a new answer

Joey Giaimo’s family home in old Mississauga shows how older buildings can form part of an ongoing conversation

Nubia's next flagship gaming phone will support 80W wired fast charging

In addition to a 144Hz display, Nubia's upcoming 5G gaming phone may allso support 80W fast charging.

Sex in your marriage should get better with age

After many years of being together, the lust-factor may have fizzled out between you and your partner, but there are ways to bring spice back to the bedroom.

Sapcorda releases unique data service for high precision GNSS in USA and Europe

SAPA - Safe And Precise Augmentation

Folding displays vs. dual screens: Comparing pros and cons for PCs and phones

Foldable screens and dual displays are a hot topic in the PC and phone worlds this year, and each category has its advantages. Here are some examples.

Delta, American, and Several Other Airlines Worldwide Suspend Flights To and From China Amid Coronavirus Fears

Delta Air Lines and American Airlines said on Friday that they will suspend all U.S.-China flights for at least several weeks due to the coronavirus outbreak. Delta on Friday said its China service suspension will begin Feb. 6 and last through April 30, but it will continue to operate the service un...

Going with the wind energy in Latvia

Going green has been an international hot topic for a while, with Latvian President Egils Levits discussing at the recent World Economic Forum how Latvia could become a renewable energy role model, and an increasing portion of the Latvian energy portfolio will be made up of wind energy.

Horrific footage of a yelping dog being barbecued alive at a Chinese market is shared by activists calling for an end to the barbaric trade in dog meat

A video shared by campaign group No To Dog Meat shows a dog in searing pain as it tries to open its battered jaw to yelp while being cooked on a barbecue at a meat market in Yulin, China.

Galileo Return Link Service replies to SOS messages worldwide

The Galileo Return Link Service, which allows people in distress to receive automatic acknowledgement that their signal has been received, is now live.

Zaha Hadid Architects releases visuals of amorphous OPPO Shenzhen headquarters

Zaha Hadid Architects has revealed its proposal for four interconnected towers in Shenzhen, China, which will contain the open-plan headquarters for OPPO.

Spoils of freedom

This is the moment for the people to stand up and act on the constitutional mandate, not only in support of the Palestinians, but also in defiance of a US government that looks increasingly toothless and unwilling to become the role model it was once for many other countries, and for its abandonment of the multilateral system.

Access $50k of WordPress bounty for $19.99 with Storeshock

Storeshock lets you effortlessly design the perfect website with a wide range of top-rated WordPress themes and templates. It's 88% off now at just $19.99.

Earlier screening for colon cancer may catch cases earlier

Analysis revealed higher than suspected rates of un-diagnosed cancers in those under age 50, when colonoscopies are recommended.

Consequential train accidents decreased to 59 in 2018-19: Economic Survey

The Indian Railways with over 68,000 route-kilometres is the third-largest network in the world under single management

The best games of 2019 are now reduced in fantastic cheap PS4, Xbox One, and PC game deals

Pick up some of the best game of 2019 for less this week with fantastic Xbox One, PS4 and PC game deals

Experience innovation and excitement with Nissan in Festival Mall

Catch the Go Anywhere 4x4 Test Drive Event on January 31 – February 2, 2020 at Festival Mall and get behind the wheel of the Nissan Navara, Terra, and Patrol Royale for a real 4x4 experience

IIT-Roorkee MBA application process ends today, check selection process

IIT-Roorkee admisssion 2020: The application process will be closed on Friday, January 31, 2020. The candidates can apply at doms.iitm.ac.in

Rural management curriculum launched in Sikkim

The rural management curriculum is a BBA/MBA programme that strives to promote rural studies and rural management in order to enable development of sustainable rural livelihoods, the Chairman of MGNCRE, Dr W G Prasanna Kumar, said.

Companies in Beijing to resume work on February 10 due to virus fight: government newspaper

BEIJING (Reuters) - China’s capital Beijing said on Friday that companies in the province will postpone reopening until Feb. 10 in order to help prevent the spread of a new coronavirus, government newspaper Beijing Daily reported.

Trezor Wallets Can Be Hacked, Kraken Reveals

Kraken’s security division revealed that the entire family of Trezor wallets can be hacked to steal private keys, though the method requires specialized hardware.

Toyota Corolla Quest: more details revealed

Yesterday we announced that the Toyota Corolla Quest had been revealed and would replace the outgoing model with the 11th-generation’s platform.

Andrew McGinley’s funeral eulogy for his children Conor, Darragh and Carla

Full text: ‘You spoke to me about love and compassion and understanding’

Tinder, Bumble, and Grindr Are Under Investigation For Allowing Minors

Online dating is a hellscape, but the U.S. House Oversight and Reform subcommittee is fed up with just how shitty apps like Tinder, Bumble, and Grindr have been with regard to their users’ safety and privacy. Yesterday, it launched a new investigation into dating apps for doing an inadequate job of screening for minors, and inappropriately selling or sharing personal data.

Pygmy chameleons hatch at Chester Zoo - with VIDEO

Three tiny chameleons have hatched at a zoo – and each one is barely bigger than a pencil tip.

CFTC Chairman Heath P. Tarbert Wants US to Take the Lead in Adopting Cryptocurrencies and Blockchain Technology

Dr. Heath P. Tarbert, chairman and chief executive at the US Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), recently stated that he would like to see the United S

Small birthweight can cause breathlessness in later life, finds study

A new study finds that babies born small for their gestational age are not so fit when it comes to their heart and lungs capacity.

Motorola Has Started Shipping Some razr Pre-Orders Early

Motorola is apparently shipping some pre-orders of its much anticipated folding razr smartphone early. The Motorola razr was not expected to start

E3 2020 will “shake things up” with new format

With the likes of Sony PlayStation dropping E3 for the second consecutive year, the Electronic Software Association (ESA) declared that it will "shake thin

NY Fed's GDP Nowcast fell to 1.5% for first quarter of 2020 from 1.7%

"Yesterday’s advance estimate from the Commerce Department of real GDP growth for 2019:Q4 was 2.1%. The latest New York Fed Staff Nowcast was 1.2%," n

Watch the first episode of Star Trek Picard for free, here

The first episode of Star Trek Picard has been posted on YouTube by CBS All Access to watch for free. The only catch? It's only available to American viewers, so you'll need a VPN if you're, say, in Australia.

Random: Nintendo's Selling Empty Boxes Of The Animal Crossing Edition Switch

Just the box, no console...

Volcanic earthquakes, magmatic activity in Taal Volcano – Phivolcs

The Philippine Institute of Volcanology and Seismology (Phivolcs) continues to monitor activities of the Taal Volcano after recording several volcanic earthquakes which signify magmatic activity.

realme 5 Pro Chroma White Malaysia release: only 500 units available at RM999

realme has officially announced that their Valentine Edition realme 5 Pro Chroma White will be available in Malaysia from 4 February 2020 at 12AM onwards on Shopee. Do note that there will be 500 units available, so act fast if you are interested in getting one for yourself.

Shabbat Shalom from Israel

Shabbat about to begin in Israel. Arutz Sheva's North America desk will continue to update the site until Shabbat begins in New York.

Atari plans to open video game-themed resorts in 8 US cities

Atari, the arcade game company that ushered in the gaming revolution in the 1980s, is opening eight video game-themed hotels across the United States, including ones in Las Vegas and Phoenix.

Design Guidelines for Contemporary Tropical Architecture

from San José, Costa Rica, shares his contemplations for a free expressive code for tropical architecture. However, deepening and broadening this...

TfL has had the best reaction to Brexit Day

However you feel about today – the day the United Kingdom leaves the European Union – it can’t be denied that it’s a big one in the history of our city and our

You can still watch the Super Bowl for free on Roku (updated)

While Fox and Roku work out their differences, NFL says you can watch the Super Bowl on its app.

7 Lessons Learned from Rebranding Gone Wrong

Don't let your company's rebranding efforts go sideways: Heed these valuable lessons.

Save a massive 97% on the Computer Science Bundle

The 11-part Complete Computer Science Bundle is worth over $1,000, but right now it’s on offer for just $39 from Tech Deals.

REPORT: Doctor Strange 2 Has Other-Dimensional Takes on Existing MCU Heroes

Different versions of your favorite MCU character might appear in Marvel Studios' Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness.

What will happen to healthcare after Brexit?

Travellers are advised to ensure they have adequate travel insurance for the full duration of their trip, both in 2020 and beyond.

Clarks Originals Applies Hazy Watercolors Over Creamy Wallabees

Camo-inspired arrangements over premium suede.

Furious Chinese put images of the swastika, sanitary pads and skulls on Danish flag after the European nation refuses to apologise over 'insulting' cartoon depicting the Chinese flag with 'images of the coronavirus'

The online campaign started after a Danish newspaper published a satirical cartoon about the deadly coronavirus and then refused to apologise - moves that infuriated China.

Mark Wright and Michelle Keegan spark baby rumours

The couple have previously discussed their hope to have children

Android Auto gains ability to silence notifications when driving

The Android Auto 5.0.500224 update has now finally added the ability to silence notifications for a less distracting driving experience.

Twitter, Pinterest crack down on voter misinformation

Twitter and Pinterest announced the new initiatives just before the first-in-the-nation Iowa caucuses on Monday.

How will immigration rules change after Brexit?

The issue dominated the EU referendum debate.

What the Last Decade tells us About the Increased Need for Enterprise Security

Enterprise security is changing, particularly in the collaboration space, writes Wire's CEO Morten Brøgger. With the average employee less able to...

3 Ways To Identify And Avoid Gas-lighters

The word "gaslight" comes from a 1938 play and subsequent film adaptation called Gas Light, about a murderous thief who tricks his wife into thinking she is insane in order to cover up his crimes.

Facebook's iffy past practices with facial recognition just cost it $550 million

While governments worldwide are starting to add facial recognition software to public cameras, Facebook has settled its long-term legal dispute concerning

Cheap gaming laptop deals

Start the year with the best cheap gaming laptop deals the internet has to offer.

How to clean and sanitize your headphones

Dirty headphones are never any fun. Keep the music bopping with these tips to ensure your headphones stay as clean as can be!

'Conor, Darragh and Carla. I love you, I love you, I love you': Heartbroken father delivers emotional eulogy

The father of three murdered children has said he now knows what heartbreak really means.

Watch and listen as a rack-mountable Mac Pro is unboxed and stress tested

The rack-mounted Mac Pro is designed to be used in data centers and we're seeing more of them now they're arriving in the hands of buyers. Like this one that's with music pro Neil Parfitt.

Students design all-terrain electric vehicle

A team of 25 students from Tiruchi designed a car and exhibited at a national-level competition organised by Society of Automotive Engineers- India.‘Team Flux,’ from Saranathan College of Engineering,

MG sedan for India in the works

MG Motor India is considering the launch of a sedan in our market. Click here for more details about the model.