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Scientists genetically modified mosquitoes to be malaria-resistant

Scientists at the University of California created mutant mosquitoes that are resistant to malaria, impairing their ability to transmit the disease to humans. The breakthrough, using gene-editing technology, may help eliminate the disease.

Nov 25, 2015 02:46 AM EST


IKEA Reaches Out to Refugees By Providing Them with Shelter: Company cuts down profits

IKEA, the Swedish furniture making company announced to cut of its profit to help the refugees. It said that it will donate 1 euro ($1.06) to the UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, for every LED product sold. Earlier this year, it donated over thousands of specially designed shelter tents for the refugees.

Nov 25, 2015 02:42 AM EST


New York Governor’s Praiseworthy Effort to Stop Terrorism through ‘See Something, Send Something’ App

Have you ever imagined combating terrorism by using a mobile app? Now, you don’t need to wait and search for the right person to send the SOS or think whom to call. Go through, Gov. Andrew Cuomo’s promotional campaign to know more.

Nov 24, 2015 04:03 AM EST


Cat Photos Show Solidarity for Citizens in Brussels

Manhunt for Islamic State terrorist suspect is still on going in Brussels. Citizens cooperate with police to stop sharing information about situation, and share cat pictures instead.

Nov 24, 2015 10:00 PM EST


Billionaire Liu Yiqian Buys $170 Million Painting: 'Reclining Nude' allows him to fly first class for free

A $170 million purchase for Modigliani painting can provide Chinese billionaire Liu Yiqian free flying anywhere in the world in first class with his whole family, as he uses his AmEx card for the purchase.

Nov 24, 2015 03:36 AM EST


Britain Expand Its Military Spending In Defense Against Islamic State

George Osborne, Britain's finance minister announced on Sunday that UK will increase military budget. Britain intend to purchase several defense equipment including maritime patrol aircraft from Boeing and Lockheed Martin's F-35 fighter jet.

Nov 25, 2015 02:52 AM EST


Walmart to begin Cyber Monday sales drive

As part of boosting sales volume, Walmart has announced Cyber Monday beginning early from 8pm on Sunday. Walmart has also organizing Cyber Week during 28 November-4 December. The US retail major is offering discounts and free shipping to shoppers.

Nov 24, 2015 03:44 AM EST


Oil supply glut creating traffic jams at sea

The rising levels of oil inventories are resulting in more supplies and this is creating traffic jams of tankers on the seas shores and along the US Gulf Coast. The floating storage of crude oil rose three times. A number of oil tankers are queuing up waiting for offloading.

Nov 25, 2015 02:20 AM EST


Asian stocks tumble as commodity fall continues on thin volumes

Asian stocks tumble as commodity stocks slipped into pressure while consumer stocks gained momentum. The positive expectations about US interest rate hike is pushing Wall Street upwards.

Nov 24, 2015 03:43 AM EST


Morocco to build the world’s largest solar power plant

Morocco will build the largest solar power plant in the world to provide electricity in the country by 2020. The first phase of the project will go online next month. Morocco also plans to export its solar energy to other countries in Europe.

Nov 25, 2015 02:16 AM EST


Thai Government Will Increase Overseas Investment

Tourism and government spending and investment boost Thai economy to grow better than predicted. Government is planning to increase its investment in developed-nations equities.

Nov 23, 2015 09:30 AM EST


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