China defends reclamation of islands in the South China Sea
During the top security forum held last weekend, officials and representatives from different countries tackled the growing concern over China's reclamation of islands in the South China Sea. United States senator John McCain refused to abide by the 12-nautical mile zone and said that doing so would be "de facto recognition of Chinese sovereignty." China's spokesperson, Admiral Sun Jianguo, however, insisted that the reclamation of islands were based on "legal and historical evidence" and that its sole purpose is to improve the living conditions of the people stationed in the area.
Jun 01, 2015 10:09 AM EDT
Human Rights Watch: Should the United States urge the 10-member coalition to stop using cluster munitions?
The recent attacks in Yemen took the lives of many people, including a child and at least six civilians. Human Rights Watch recently visited the Saada province in northern Yemen and their research points out that the Saudi-led coalition is using cluster munitions. The New York-based organization calls on the 10-member coalition including their supporters to stop the use of such weapons.
Didi Kuaidi launches carpooling service ‘Shun Feng Che’; Heads off US rivals Uber, Haha Pinche
Didi Kuaidi launches carpooling service Shun Feng Che.It competes against US rivals Uber and Haha Pinche.
Klook Closed $1.5M Seed Investment Round To Help Travelers Find Activities Across Asia
Klook closed $1.5m seed investment round to help travelers find activities across asia. It's mobile app available for android and iOS.
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LG G5 Possibly Out Q4 2015; Flagship Phone to Feature Trailblazing Iris Recognition Technology
LG G5, LG G4's successor, might be released sooner than expected. LG G5's new feature will be iris recognition technology to beat Apple and Samsung's fingerprint scanner.
Jun 01, 2015 8:59 AM EDT
Intel Buys Altera: Much Awaited Negotiations Finally Happening; Acquisition Cost Rings At An Estimate of $17 billion?
Intel Corp still continues to negotiate and tries to close the deal with Altera. The merging of 2 companies believes to increase revenues.
Jun 01, 2015 8:58 AM EDT
FCC’s Tom Wheeler Plans Broadband Internet Access for Low-Income Americans
Federal Communications Commission’s Tom Wheeler proposed a plan on Thursday to offer subsidized broadband internet access to low-income users. Read to find out more.
Jun 01, 2015 8:54 AM EDT
Virtual Reality Sex Now Made Possible: Porn and Sex Toys Synced
Lovense and VirtualRealPorn team up to make virtual reality sex come true. They combine the power of virtual reality porn and adult toys to have "virtual reality sex".
Jun 01, 2015 8:53 AM EDT
Technology Takes Advantage In Private Banking: The Future In Managing Personal Finance; Downturn of Swiss Banks Salvaged?
With the downturn of Swiss economy, banks need to reinvent themselves to attract new investors. Schmoozers are facing this challenge.
Jun 01, 2015 8:49 AM EDT
B.B. King Laid to Rest in Mississippi as Obama Praises the Blues Legend; Cause of Death not Poisoning?
The Blues legend B.B. King was laid to rest at a funeral service in his hometown of Indianola, Mississippi on Saturday. President Barack Obama even paid his tributes to the iconic singer.
Jun 01, 2015 8:44 AM EDT
Suicide Bomber Attacks Nigeria Mosque Leading To At Least 26 Dead, Boko Haram Blamed
A suicide bomber suspected to have been part of Boko Haram has killed at least 39 people after attacking a mosque in Nigeria. The suicide bombing happened hours after Boko Haram launched another attack at another place.
Jun 01, 2015 8:01 AM EDT
3SBIO Inc offers $712 Million IPO after NASDAQ delisting
Giant Chinese pharmaceutical company 3SBio launched up to $712 Hong Kong initial public offering for a total of 606.1 million shares at HK$8.30 to HK9.10 a share even after being recently delisted from Nasdaq.
Jun 01, 2015 7:58 AM EDT
Vice President Joe Biden's Son Beau Biden Dies Of Brain Cancer At 46, Life And Works Remembered
Beau Biden, the son of United States' Vice President Joe Biden died of brain cancer at the age of 46. The former Delaware attorney general has received a lot of tributes as his life was cut short.
Jun 01, 2015 7:49 AM EDT
Iran seeks more time, other solutions as it rejects UN access to nuke sites
Iran said they are working on other solution to Western demands calling on them to provide access to their miltary sites and personnel.
Jun 01, 2015 7:10 AM EDT
Iraqi assaults on ISIS lead to 31 casualties and a damaged mosque
Iraqi assaults on a northern ISIS stronghold have reportedly led to 31 casualties and a badly-damaged mosque.
Jun 01, 2015 7:00 AM EDT
Twitch clamps down on adult content
The live video game streaming portal Twitch bans 'Adults Only' games Twitch, the live gameplay streaming portal, has declared that it would not allow users stream 'Adults Only' rated games.
Jun 01, 2015 6:56 AM EDT
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