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Exciting News For Developers as Google Announces Chrome for Android Now Almost Entirely Open-Source

Developers at Google have recently announced that Chrome for Android is now “almost” entirely open-source as code that can be used to freely develop mobile web browser aps are now available at Chromium. “Almost” because every aspect of the browser except those that are restricted by licensing agreements, can now be used by other third-party developers.

May 25, 2015 5:50 AM EDT


Texas governor-elect seeks federal funds to cover immigration costs

Texas has asked the White House for hundreds of millions of dollars illegal immigration has cost the state, Governor-elect Greg Abbott said on Monday, blaming President Barack Obama for not doing enough to secure the border.

Dec 08, 2014 4:10 PM EST


Financials lead Wall St higher; utilities lag

Bank shares led gains Friday on Wall Street after November payrolls data came in much stronger than anticipated, raising market expectations a rate hike from the Federal Reserve may materialize sooner than previously thought.

Dec 05, 2014 11:57 AM EST


U.S. new home sales rise in October, but September revised down

Sales of new U.S. single-family homes rose for a third straight month in October, but a downward revision to the prior month's sales pace indicated the housing market recovery would remain gradual.

Nov 26, 2014 10:15 AM EST


U.S. services sector activity grows, November rate slows: Markit

The U.S. services sector expanded in November at a slower rate than the previous month as growth in new business slowed, an industry report showed on Monday

Nov 24, 2014 11:19 AM EST


Obama to announce immigration action in Thursday night speech: sources

U.S. President Barack Obama is expected to announce details of his executive action on immigration in a Thursday night speech ahead of travel to Las Vegas on Friday, sources close to the administration said.

Nov 19, 2014 11:36 AM EST


Netflix postpones Bill Cosby's stand-up comedy special

Online movie streaming giant Netflix is postponing the launch of embattled comedian Bill Cosby's stand-up comedy special "Bill Cosby 77," the company said on Tuesday, amid accusations that he sexually assaulted women.

Nov 19, 2014 11:34 AM EST


Saudi oil policy uncertainty unleashes the conspiracy theorists

If Saudi Oil Minister Ali al Naimi wants to stop conspiracy theories spreading before a crucial OPEC meeting next week, it's too late.

Nov 19, 2014 11:31 AM EST


U.S. military scrambles to keep its edge despite budget woes

Short of funds, and awash in global challenges, the U.S. military-industrial complex is betting on robotics and other new technologies to stay ahead of rapid advances in weapons development by China, Russia and other potential foes.

Nov 17, 2014 12:11 PM EST


Republicans weigh government shutdown to stop Obama on immigration

One Republican leader on Sunday held open the possibility that his party could move to shut down the government in an attempt to stop President Barack Obama from taking executive action on immigration policy.

Nov 17, 2014 12:08 PM EST


Obama asks FCC for strong net neutrality rules

U.S. President Barack Obama took a strong stance on Monday on new 'net neutrality' regulations being drafted by the Federal Communications Commission, saying the agency should reclassify broadband to regulate it more like a public utility.

Nov 10, 2014 10:23 AM EST


Fourth U.S. traffic death linked to Takata air bags

A fourth traffic death in a Honda Motor Co car has been linked to a defective air bag made by Japanese supplier Takata Corp, according to a county medical examiner in Florida.

Oct 20, 2014 11:14 AM EDT


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