NASA astronaut describes close call following failed launch
The NASA astronaut who survived last week's failed launch and emergency landing knew he needed to stay calm.
Space Exploration
Oct 16, 2018
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Hey Google, you don't really want to replace me, right?
Google wants to do more than just organize the world's information. It wants to infuse itself into our lives and replace several of our daily tasks robotically. That, clearly, is the goal, as outlined this week.
Consumer & Gadgets
Oct 16, 2018
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Illinois slaughterhouse biggest nitrogen polluter of waterways in US, study finds
A central Illinois pork-processing plant last year discharged more nitrogen from animal waste into waterways than any other slaughterhouse in the country, according to a report published Thursday.
Environment
Oct 16, 2018
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Setting fires to control wildfires: a profound change takes hold in Washington state
On Sept. 2, 2017, volunteer firefighter Chris Martin spread the word to his neighbors. The Jolly Mountain fire was raging nearby. Pack up important possessions and prepare to leave at a moment's notice.
Environment
Oct 16, 2018
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Huge earthquake simulator to get an upgrade
The University of California, San Diego's outdoor shake table in Scripps Ranch will soon give engineers a truer sense of the fury released when big earthquakes erupt in places around the world,
Earth Sciences
Oct 16, 2018
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New Pompeii evidence rewrites Vesuvius eruption history
A newly-discovered inscription at Pompeii proves the city was destroyed by Mount Vesuvius after October 17, 79 AD and not on August 24 as previously thought, archeologists said Tuesday.
Archaeology
Oct 16, 2018
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Judge approves Elon Musk settlement with SEC
A federal judge is approving a settlement between Elon Musk and federal regulators over his infamous tweet about taking Tesla private.
Business
Oct 16, 2018
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Google offers solutions to avoid more EU Android fines
Google formally offered its solutions to avoid more EU mega-fines Wednesday, after Brussels accused the US tech giant of illegally abusing the dominance of its Android operating system for mobile devices.
Business
Oct 16, 2018
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When it comes to smartphone lifespan, brand name matters more than hardware
Many critics have denounced smartphone manufacturers in recent years for producing devices that quickly become obsolete, creating a "planned obsolescence" that is costly for consumers and the global environment.
Consumer & Gadgets
Oct 16, 2018
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Can Pinterest succeed as the 'un'-social network?
If Instagram is the dream vacation you'll never go on and Facebook is Thanksgiving with too many relatives arguing over politics, Pinterest is sitting on the couch by yourself, watching a home-improvement show and absent-mindedly ...
Business
Oct 16, 2018
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