Animated chatter spills out from a corner of tech giant Google’s Nairobi offices as five Kenyan schoolgirls discuss their upcoming trip to California where they hope to win $15,000 for …
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Britain Goes for Front of the Line in US Trade Talks
The United States and Britain are launching preliminary talks in Washington on a trade deal that will set up a new trade relationship between the two countries, after Britain’s exit …
your ads here!Linkin Park Releases Statement About Band Member’s Death
Linkin Park said their hearts are broken following the death of lead singer Chester Bennington, who died by hanging last week. The rock band said Monday that the “shock waves …
your ads here!Fed Will Likely Focus on Low Inflation but Leave Rates Alone
The Federal Reserve has already achieved one of its two mandates: With the unemployment rate at just 4.4 percent, the Fed has essentially maximized employment. It’s the Fed’s other …
your ads here!Computer Vision Technology Teaches Drones to ‘See’
The popularity of drones keeps growing, both for personal and commercial use. Instead of humans controlling them, researchers are working on ways to teach the unmanned vehicles how to navigate …
your ads here!Simple Fix Makes Wheelchairs Much Easier to Maneuver
Sometimes, it’s the simplest ideas that can have the biggest impact. When it comes to wheelchair technology, any advances are welcome, but one simple idea may forever change the way …
your ads here!Total Sun Eclipse Will Be Seen Across US
On August 21, 2017 people in many parts of United States will be able to enjoy a rare visual spectacle – a total eclipse of the sun. Although the moon …
your ads here!US Golfer Jordan Spieth Wins British Open
Jordan Spieth won golf’s British Open on Sunday, outdueling fellow American Matt Kuchar over the final holes to capture his third major championship. Spieth, just shy of turning 24 in …
your ads here!Divided UK, Inconclusive Election Could Put Brakes on Brexit
Lucy Harris thinks Britain’s decision to leave the European Union is a dream come true. Nick Hopkinson thinks it’s a nightmare. The two Britons — a “leave” supporter and a “remainer” — …
your ads here!Microsatellite Will Monitor Vegetation Changes Every Two Days
A new eye in the sky will soon help scientists monitor environmental changes with frequent, high-resolution pictures of dozens of selected areas of the earth. Faith Lapidus reports. …
your ads here!Chronically Dirty Air Means Chronic Illness in Picturesque California Valley
The U.S. state of California made news last week when it voted to extend its cap and trade legislation, designed to combat climate change, until 2030. Despite California’s clean image, …
your ads here!New Yoga Trend Includes Traditional Poses and Baby Goats
You may have heard of the downward dog pose in yoga, or the cobra or the cow. Now, get ready for the goat, it’s goat yoga. Faith Lapidus explains. …
your ads here!Madrid Asks Antitrust Watchdog to Look at Uber
Authorities in Madrid asked Spain’s anti-trust watchdog on Saturday to investigate whether Uber’s new low-cost airport transfer service constitutes unfair competition. The city council’s request follows the ride-hailing app’s return …
your ads here!India Cracks Down on Cigarette Ads, Giveaways
The state government in India’s capital told Philip Morris International Inc and other tobacco companies Saturday to remove all advertisements from tobacco shops in the city, warning them of legal …
your ads here!Special Place in Tour de France History Draws Nearer for Froome
Chris Froome stands on the doorstep of the Tour de France’s greatest champions. Sewing up his fourth Tour crown with a cool-as-a-cucumber ride in a high-pressure time trial in heat-baked …
your ads here!Actor John Heard, Dad in ‘Home Alone’ Movies, Dies at 71
Actor John Heard, whose many roles included the father in the Home Alone series and a corrupt detective in The Sopranos, has died. He was 71. His death was confirmed …
your ads here!Afghan Chief Executive Welcomes Home All-girl Robotics Team
Afghanistan’s all-girl robotics team returned Saturday to Kabul after its successful trip to Washington for the FIRST Global Robotics Challenge, and several officials representing the presidential palace welcomed the girls …
your ads here!For NYC Foodies and Locals, Restaurants Are Out, Food Halls Are In
Food halls, communal dining spaces featuring a variety of food vendors under one roof, are becoming a popular option for dining out in New York City. In a city where …
your ads here!For Foodies and Locals, Restaurants Are Out, Food Halls Are In
Food halls, communal dining spaces featuring a variety of food vendors under one roof, are becoming a popular option for dining out in New York City. In a city where …
your ads here!Australian Death May Be 18th Linked to Takata Air Bags
An Australian man who died in a Sydney car crash may be the 18th death linked to faulty Takata air bags, after police said he was killed when hit in …
your ads here!New Satellite Network to Provide High-definition Colored Videos of Earth
A network of satellites that can take high-resolution photos and colored videos of earth is planned. The images could be used in many ways. Videos could track moving vehicles and …
your ads here!Beyond Bending Gender, US Model Rain Dove Explodes Conventional Norms of ‘Beauty’
You may have seen her in magazines, modeling the latest fashions, whether they be for men or women. Rain Dove is becoming a fashion icon, and along the way, altering …
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