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Islamic State Claims Suicide Attack in Libya, five dead; Missing Libyan Parliament member found dead
The Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (Isil) group claims responsibility for a suicide attack outside the Libyan city of Misrata on Sunday, which killed five people and wounded eight, local militia officer said. IS group posted in their Twitter accounts that they are behind the attack. Missing lawmaker from Tripoli was recently found dead.
Jun 01, 2015 11:38 PM EDT
Microsoft Set to Release Windows 10 on July 29; New OS to Come as a Free Update for Windows 7 and 8.1 Users
Microsoft has finally revealed that the highly anticipated new operating system, Windows 10 will be released on July 29. The OS upgrade will come as a free upgrade for those who are currently using Windows 7 and Windows 8.1.
Jun 01, 2015 11:32 PM EDT
GoPro Outs The Hero+LCD, A $299 Entry Level Camera With A Touchscreen
Thinking of getting a new action camera. Check ot GoPro's latest offer. GoPro has added another member to its entry-level Hero camera family. The Hero+LCD is a budget-friendly touchscreen offering and is a welcome edition to the GoPro family.
Jun 01, 2015 10:17 PM EDT
Backed With $100 Million, Google Attempted To Buy Path -- Why Did David Morin Took It Down?
February 2011-- Google bid $100 million to purchase the social media mobile app, Path. David Morin, the founder of the app declined it. What's the reason behind the story?
Jun 01, 2015 10:09 PM EDT
Iran now working on several options in case of Security Council’s ‘snapback’ against Tehran
The six world powers talked about the 'snapback' of sanctions on Iran if the latter breaks their side of the agreement. The council and the six powers are monitoring Tehran's nuclear program via reports from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). A senior Iranian diplomat revealed that Iran is also coming up with several options in case the other side of the party breaks their terms of agreement.
Jun 01, 2015 9:59 PM EDT
Chinese prisons farming MMORPG gold: Ex-inmate claims guards and officials in on scheme
Former inmate describes the forced labor of prisoners playing 12-hour shifts of playing MMORPGs in order to mine in-game currency.
Jun 01, 2015 9:57 PM EDT
Salesforce bought smart calendar startup Tempo Al; App shuts down on June 30
Salesforce has bought the artificial intelligence calendar app for iOS, Tempo. With this, the app will no longer accepting new users and will be shut down on June 30.
Jun 01, 2015 8:48 PM EDT
New educational series Tiggly Words launched; Helping kids to read using physical items and iPad app
New educational series Tiggly Words launched. The game helps kids to read using physical items and iPad app.
Jun 01, 2015 8:29 PM EDT
Ford is opening up its EV patents to rivals; Following Tesla, Toyota move but with a cost
Ford is opening up its electric vehicle patents to competitors for a fee. It’s different from Tesla has made previously.
Jun 01, 2015 8:01 PM EDT
Two People Stabbed At A Tufts University Frat House, Police Are Questioning One Student
Two people have been stabbed at a frat house at the Tufts University. These people are not affiliated with the university and police are already investigating about the stabbing incident.
Jun 01, 2015 7:54 PM EDT
Greek government faces internal backlash over pick for IMF representative
Athens might fail not meeting the 460-million-euro ($683 million) IMF installment if it demands to choose between the IMF and paying government workers. Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras faced a backfire from his politically radical legislators over the government's choice for the country's advocate at the International Monetary Fund.
Jun 01, 2015 12:26 PM EDT
LG G5 has something up its sleeve to rival Samsung Galaxy Note 5's 4K display: iris scanner; more details
Samsung Galaxy Note 5 is set to be released on September this year, while LG G5 would be around Q2 2015. Both devices are expected to come out with 4K displays, however, G5 might have something high-tech to offer with that can potentially defeat the Note 5: iris scanning technology.
Jun 01, 2015 10:48 AM EDT
Greek Exit Can Damage Trust, Warns EU's Juncker
EU's Juncker warns that Greek exit from the euro zone could damage trust in the single currency. This could provoke international investors to pull out of Europe.
Jun 01, 2015 10:21 AM EDT
Avago to buy Broadcom for $37 billion; Deal deemed to be the largest acquisition in technology this year
Avago Technologies Ltd to buy Broadcom Corp for $37 billion. The purchase of Broadcom by Avago is second largest deal this year. Broadcom connectivity chips are used widely in smartphones made by Apple Inc and Samsung Electronics
Jun 01, 2015 10:15 AM EDT
Gigabyte Leaked Details on AMD Radeon R9 380 G1 Gaming and Radeon R9 390X Series; R9 380 Features 4GB GDDR5 Memory
Gigabyte seemed to leak a data sheet of the upcoming gaming series cards Radeon R9 380 G1 Gaming and Radeon R9 390 and Radeon R9 390X. It is said that R9 380 will feature a 4GB GDDR5 Memory.
Jun 01, 2015 10:11 AM EDT
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.
Jun 01, 2015 9:59 AM EDT
USB Type-C Provides Quick and Convenient Way to Charge Smartphones Using Other Phones
If you are having a problem with fast draining smartphone, this is the best solution. USB Type-C allows you to charge your phone using other smartphone devices. It will surely save your time and energy in finding an electric outlet for charging.
Jun 01, 2015 9:58 AM EDT
Android 5.1 Lollipop Update Rolling Out on Samsung Galaxy Note 4 This Week to Improve Stability and Extend Battery Life
Samsung Galaxy Note 4 will soon to have the Android 5.1 Lollipop version. It comes with new features that improve the smartphone performance.The company hasn't released any statement yet regarding the final launching of the new version.
Jun 01, 2015 9:46 AM EDT
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.
Jun 01, 2015 9:02 AM EDT
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
GeForce GTX 980 Ti: Nvidia's New Flagship For The Gaming World
Nvidia introduces its new graphics card called GeForce GTX Ti for better 4K graphics for gamers. Nvidia recently released a new and improved graphic card called the GeForce GTX 980 Ti shortly after the release of its previous version, GeForce GTX Titan X.
Jun 01, 2015 8:27 AM EDT
Google’s Project Soli changes how we interact w/ wearables
Google’s Project Soli changes how we interact with wearables. It gives endless possibilities in controlling the use of wearable technologies without the our hands touching the gadget.
Jun 01, 2015 8:20 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