Ancient earthquake uncovered in China: Xinhua
Scientists have found evidence of a powerful earthquake 3,000 years ago in central China, apparently the earliest known tremor in the country's history, state media reported.
Environment
Dec 5, 2014
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NASA's deep space capsule poised for 2nd launch bid (Update)
NASA counted down Friday to its second try at test-launching the deep space Orion capsule on its first journey into orbit, after wind gusts and rocket problems delayed Thursday's attempt.
Space Exploration
Dec 5, 2014
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Uber raises $1.2 billion, valued at $40 billion
(AP)—Uber raised $1.2 billion in its latest round of funding from venture capitalists, a sign investors were little fazed by the ride-hailing app's recent spate of bad publicity over privacy violations and its corporate ...
Business
Dec 5, 2014
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Apple says plaintiffs' iPods not covered by suit
(AP)—For want of an iPod, a billion-dollar lawsuit may be in jeopardy.
Business
Dec 5, 2014
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Oil spill threatens Israel nature reserve
A major pipeline leak has caused oil to gush into the Arava desert in southern Israel, threatening a protected nature reserve, officials said Thursday.
Environment
Dec 5, 2014
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Alcoa touts step toward stronger aluminum for cars
(AP)—Alcoa Inc. is touting a breakthrough in aluminum manufacturing that it says will give the lightweight metal a better chance to replace steel in car doors and fenders.
Engineering
Dec 5, 2014
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