News tagged with political opposition
Kazakh lawmakers back restrictive Internet law
(AP) -- Kazakh lawmakers have approved Internet legislation that media rights activists say will limit freedom of speech in the Central Asian nation.
Jun 24, 2009 |
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Study shows religion is a potent force for cooperation, conflict
Across history and cultures, religion increases trust within groups but also may increase conflict with other groups, according to an article in a special issue of Science.
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
May 17, 2012 |
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Brisbane dam opposition fostered an 'unusual' alliance, researcher finds
Opposition to a major dam north of Brisbane divided communities and also brought them together, a researcher from The University of Queensland discovered.
May 15, 2012 |
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As Japan shuts down nuclear power, emissions rise
(AP) -- The Fukushima crisis is eroding years of Japanese efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions blamed for global warming, as power plants running on oil and natural gas fill the electricity gap left ...
Technology / Energy & Green Tech
May 04, 2012 |
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House OKs cybersecurity bill despite veto threat
The House ignored Obama administration objections Thursday and approved legislation aimed at helping stop electronic attacks on critical U.S. infrastructure and private companies.
Apr 27, 2012 |
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FCC: TV stations must post rates for campaign ads
(AP) -- The Federal Communications Commission voted Friday to require broadcast TV stations to post online the advertising rates they charge political candidates and advocacy groups.
Apr 27, 2012 |
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Study: Military providing example of becoming sustainable without politics
America’s fighting men and women provide a sterling example of how to become sustainable, reduce energy consumption and save lives — all without pitting ideological sides against one another, according to research ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Apr 25, 2012 |
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At inquiry, Rupert Murdoch defends 50-year record
(AP) -- News Corp. chairman Rupert Murdoch said Wednesday that his globe-spanning TV and newspaper empire doesn't carry as much political sway as is often believed, telling a British inquiry into media ethics ...
Apr 25, 2012 |
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Neighborhoods -- not immigrants -- determining factor for homicides
Public opinion and public policy often assume that immigration is directly related to higher rates of crime, but the social conditions of neighborhoods actually have a more significant effect on violent crimes than immigrant ...
Other Sciences / Social Sciences
Apr 25, 2012 |
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Online tool can detect patterns in US election news coverage
The US presidential election dominates the global media every four years, with news articles, which are carefully analysed by commentators and campaign strategists, playing a major role in shaping voter opinion. ...
Technology / Computer Sciences
Apr 24, 2012 |
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Sales-tax collection likely in Amazon's future
When word emerged that Amazon.com Inc. was hunting for new warehouse sites, leaders in this business-friendly Southern state rolled out a welcome mat of tax breaks to lure the Internet retailer.
Apr 08, 2012 |
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