Image: Hubble looks at light and dark in the universe
(Phys.org) —This new NASA/ESA Hubble Space Telescope image shows a variety of intriguing cosmic phenomena.
Astronomy
Sep 1, 2014
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New findings on beetle flight may help control deadly walnut tree disease
(Phys.org) —New research from entomologists affiliated with the University of California, Davis, shows how environmental conditions influence the seasonal flight behavior of the walnut twig beetle, which spreads a deadly ...
Ecology
Sep 1, 2014
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Mobile technologies accelerate citizen science
Citizen science is booming in Australia, revealing previously unknown features of the continent and saving governments a ton of money.
Other
Sep 1, 2014
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Sony wooing Japanese to PS4 with Dragon Quest
Sony is trying to woo Japanese game fans to the PlayStation 4 home console that went on sale in November in the U.S. and Europe, but didn't arrive at stores here until February.
Consumer & Gadgets
Sep 1, 2014
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Sony founder nephew starts as head of PlayStation unit
The nephew of a Sony founder on Monday started as head of a regional gaming unit, after the Japanese electronics giant sailed past the 10 million mark in sales of its PlayStation 4.
Business
Sep 1, 2014
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Japan firm showcases 'touchable' 3D technology
Technology that generates touchable 3D imagery was unveiled in Japan Monday, with its developers saying users could pull and push objects that are not really there.
Hi Tech & Innovation
Sep 1, 2014
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Thailand totters towards waste crisis
A blaze at a vast rubbish dump home to six million tonnes of putrefying trash and toxic effluent has kindled fears that poor planning and lax law enforcement are tipping Thailand towards a waste crisis.
Environment
Sep 1, 2014
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Climate focus at UN small islands summit in Samoa
A major United Nations conference on small island nations began in Samoa on Monday, with the emphasis on helping them survive the pressing challenge posed by climate change.
Environment
Sep 1, 2014
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Japan says electronics OK during take-off and landing
Japan on Monday relaxed a ban on the use of electronic devices such as smartphones and tablets in flight, following similar moves by the United States and the European Union.
Telecom
Sep 1, 2014
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Dolphin hunting season kicks off in Japan
The controversial six-month dolphin hunting season began on Monday in the infamous town of Taiji, but bad weather would delay any killing, a local official told AFP.
Ecology
Sep 1, 2014
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