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A link between obesity and memory?

Scientists have wondered why obese patients who have diabetes also may have problems with their long-term memory. New Saint Louis University research in this month's Peptides provides a clue.

Medicine & Health /

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KFC sued for trans fat menu

A retired Maryland physician is suing KFC over claims the oil the restaurant-chain fries its chicken and other menu items in is high in trans fat.

Medicine & Health /

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Digital security added to U.S. nuclear lab

San Diego wireless network developer WFI has delivered a high-tech security system for the Oak Ridge National Laboratory in Tennessee.

Technology / Software

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Nationwide IP trunking launched in Canada

The first Internet Protocol trunking service in Canada has been launched, opening the door to easier Internet access for business customers.

Technology / Telecom

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Asian mobile-phone demand seen surging

Mobile-phone use in major Asian countries is expected to reach 1.05 billion by 2010, according to a study by a research group.

Technology / Telecom

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Alliance chip unit sold, renamed PulseCore

An investment group late Tuesday finalized the purchase of Alliance Semiconductor's Analog and Mixed Signal unit and rechristened it PulseCore Semiconductor.

Technology / Business

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Microsoft launches new ABACUS smart watch

Microsoft's Smart Personal Objects Technology initiative released its next generation of Smart Watches for MSN Direct.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

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Microsoft's Vista, patch challenges

Hopes have been high for Microsoft's upcoming version of its blockbusting Windows system, but so far, Vista seems to be providing more headaches than praise from industry analysts and users alike. Meanwhile, ...

Technology / Software

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