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Some Android phone manufacturers are lying to users about missed security updates
byAndroid phones are infamously slow to get updates — as of Google’s last update in February, only 1.1 percent of Android users have access to the latest version of the software — but apparently, the problems with Android’s software updates go deeper than that. Research firm Security Research Labs is claiming that numerous Android manufacturers are […]
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Three ‘coronal holes’ appear on the sun as solar storm buffets Earth
byThree alarming-looking coronal holes have appeared on the surface of the sun – as a solar storm has buffeted our planet. But while coronal holes (which are only visible in certain wavelengths of light) look alarming, they’re actually quite common, and this week’s solar storm has been mild. NASA says that it spotted the holes […]
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Trump forms task force to study Postal Service operations, finances
byPresident Donald Trump again accused Amazon of costing the US Post Office “billions of dollars.” In fact, federal regulators have found that contract to be profitable for the Postal Service. (April 3) AP President Trump has formed a task force to study the finances and operations of the U.S. Postal Service, just 10 days after he […]
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McDonald’s stock slips on news of hepatitis A infected worker
byAnother foodservice worker in Kentucky has been confirmed infected with the hepatitis A virus, but this time a McDonald’s location is implicated and the customers who ate and drank there are not the only people at risk. The fast food giant’s shareholders saw their stock dip with the news. Madison County (Kentucky) Health Department officials […]
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UAE Releases its Blockchain Strategy 2021- Blockchain Technology News
byFollowing Dubai’s lead, the government of UAE is gradually establishing its position as the blockchain capital of the world. The country has embraced blockchain technology and other emerging technologies for its Future Industry Concept. The UAE Prime Minister His Highness Sheikh Mohammed unveiled the “UAE Blockchain Strategy 2021” in presence of the Deputy Ruler of Dubai His Highness […]
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Crypto Markets See Steady Growth Following Yesterday’s Sharp Price Jump
byThe cryptocurrency markets are continuing to grow substantially Friday, April 13, after Bitcoin’s (BTC) jump yesterday of over $1,000 in 30 minutes, with BTC today above $8,000 and Ethereum (ETH) having broken above $500 for the first time since March 26. BTC is currently trading at around $8,118, up by almost 18 percent over a […]
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Syria action needed, say ministers, and alcohol warnings
byMinisters agree ‘need for action’ in Syria Downing Street says ministers have agreed the use of chemical weapons in Syria “must not go unchallenged”, but no mention has been made of any plans to use force. Nevertheless, BBC political editor Laura Kuenssberg says she understands the UK is planning a “genuinely joint effort” with the […]
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Horoscope Friday, April 13, 2018
byAries The Moon spends much of the day in your privacy sector before entering your sign, dear Aries, and you can be in a withdrawn or recuperative phase until then. A Jupiter-Pluto aspect that first formed in January is exact again today, presenting a beautiful time for feeling a stronger sense of purpose through your […]
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How The Vogue Editors Style Fendi X Net-A-Porter
byAs Fendi releases a monogrammed capsule collection with Net-a-Porter, here’s how the Vogue editors will be wearing their favourite pieces Monogram mania shows no sign of waning – and now that Fendihas teamed up with Net-a-Porter to release an exclusive capsule collection featuring their iconic FF logo, there’s even more reason to get on board. From […]
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Catching Up With: Robert Lesnik, Mercedes-Benz Head of Exterior Design
byWe sat down with Robert Lesnik, head of exterior design for Mercedes-Benz. His team is responsible for the shape of the main production car lines as well as the multiple AMG models derived from them. Lesnik quickly assured us that the new third-generation CLS and AMG GT 4-Door are “completely different cars” despite both being based on the same […]
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