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World's Tiniest Thermal Sensor Powered by Radio Waves

Researchers at Eindhoven University of Technology (TU/e) have developed a tiny, wireless temperature sensor which is powered by the radio waves that are part of the device's own network. All it needs is energy from a nearby router -- once there's enough, it powers up and starts working. This means that the sensor needs not even a single wire, nor a battery that would have to be replaced. The arrival of such sensors is an important development on route towards smart buildings, for instance. But the applications are many and various.

Dec 10, 2015 7:14 AM EST

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Thousands of Cubans stranded in Costa Rica trying to reach the U.S.

More Cubans are taking a different route to escape the Castro regime. Now, there are 4,500 more Cuban immigrants stranded in Costa Rica trying to reach the US.

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DiCaprio, Kerry partners to combat Paris' climate change

Leonardo DiCaprio and Secretary of State, John Kerry spent time together discussing solutions for global warming at a climate summit in Paris. DiCaprio, who has been appointed U.N. Messenger of Peace for the Climate, and Kerry, who fought for environmental reform during his time in the Senate, joined hundreds of world leaders in the public and private sector gathered for the Paris Climate Conference, held from Nov. 30 to Dec. 11.

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Volkswagen is going to launch an electric concept car at CES next month

Volkswagon decided to show off an all-electric concept car at CES next month. The next year 2016, the annual Consumer Electronics Show hits off in Las Vegas, showing the world's biggest consumer electronic brands and highlighting new technology as different as medical tools through to cars and computers.

How to organzie your home office in 4 easy steps

Home-based work can lead to the development of stress as it becomes quite hard to balance a professional life with personal life. Proper organization of your workspace at home can be productive. There are few ways to transform your workspace into a satisfying and pleasant 'office-at-home'.

Dec 10, 2015 6:11 AM EST

Zuckerberg vows to protect Muslim rights, offers save haven in Facebook

Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg posted a statement supporting Muslims online after Republican presidential candidate Donald Trump's controversial proposal to bar all Muslims from entering the United States.

Dec 10, 2015 6:00 AM EST

Best Buy, Target offer $100 discount for every Apple Watch

Apple Watch is offered at Best Buy on a hundred dollar discount, and analysts believe it is because Apple will launch a new edition Apple Watch next year.

Dec 10, 2015 5:43 AM EST

Google's authenticator app allows users to certify logins via Smartwatch

Google's second authentication app is now available on compatible Android Wear devices, like their Smartwatches.

Dec 10, 2015 5:24 AM EST

Apple Maps now used three times as much as Google Maps on iPhone and iPad

After being widely criticized during its launch in 2012, Apple Maps is becoming increasingly popular, as it is now being used three times as much as Google Maps on iPads and iPhones.

Dec 10, 2015 5:01 AM EST

Japan's economy increased 1 percent, not down 0.8 percent, says Cabinet Office

The Japanese government's Cabinet Office that the country's economy increased 1 percent, which is a complete turn around from its previous report of a 0.8 percent drop.

Dec 10, 2015 4:55 AM EST

Anonymous bomb threat on detoured Air France flight false alarm, says carrier

The anonymous bomb threat on the Paris-bound Air France flight 83 that prompted the plane to land on Montreal late Monday was bogus, says carrier.

Dec 10, 2015 4:50 AM EST

Aston Martin deciding new plant location in the US, UK, or Middle East to create female friendly sports SUV

Aston Martin could possibly open a manufacturing plant in four short listed locations including the US to manufacture 5,000 DBX.

Dec 10, 2015 4:46 AM EST

Facebook shuts down Creative Labs and removes apps from iOS, Google Play stores

Facebook killed its Creative Labs project along with the apps that division had created such as the Slingshot, Rooms, and Riff from iOS and Google Play app stores.

Dec 10, 2015 4:39 AM EST

Grocers haven't fulfilled promise to put up stores for places without supermarkets, says AP

Areas without supermarkets still have no ample number of stores despite promise to put up 1,500 grocery stores by 2016.

Dec 10, 2015 3:28 AM EST

Fed denies Staples' Office Depot acquisition

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission filed a lawsuit to deny Staples Inc's Office Depot Inc. acquisition; because the antitrust enforcers argue that the merger would increase prices and eliminate the rest of the competition.

Dec 10, 2015 3:18 AM EST

Emirates to fly A380 to Guangzhou

The world's largest long-haul airline Emirates Airlines is deploying A380 jumbo jets to Guangzhou. Emirates will be flying the world's largest jumbo jet with a seating capacity of 615 passengers. Guangzhou has strong business relations with African nations and the city is offering growing business potential. However, the expansion plans of several Chinese airlines will post tough competition to Emirates.

Dec 10, 2015 3:17 AM EST