A secret spy satellite program is being undertaken by the United States and Germany, leaked diplomatic cables from WikiLeaks obtained by Norwegian newspaper Aftenposten revealed. The project is said to be masquerading as a commercial satellite program because of its sensitive capabilities. The leaked information from the American embassy in Berlin also said that France […]
Nearly 85 percent of American adults are now wearing seat belts, an increase from 81 percent in 2002 and up significantly from just 11 percent in 1982, before legislation requiring Americans to buckle up was passed, according to a survey by the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Authorities have credited the use of […]
A large study revealed that American children may be exposed to seven radiation scans on average by the time they reach 18. This figure has researchers and health officials concerned because repeated and prolonged exposure to radiation may significantly increase the risk of cancer. Some of the common screening tests like X-rays use little radiation. […]
The number of Americans who went bankrupt last year reached 1.53 million, up 9 percent from 2009, the American Bankruptcy Institute and the National Bankruptcy Research Center said in a report today. In 2009, there were 1,407,788 filings. The upward trend in personal bankruptcy filings started in 2005 when a major revision of bankruptcy law […]
Arnold Schwarzenegger steps down from office as California governor on Monday, leaving behind a mixed legacy as the top executive of “The Golden State”, as well as leaving many to speculate what his next plans are. After a notable run as a bonafide Hollywood star, and as a champion bodybuilder before that, Schwarzenegger successfully became […]
A breakthrough blood test to detect cancer cells are set to be developed by a team of Boston researchers and pharmaceutical firm Johnson & Johnson, the collaborators will announce on Monday. The blood test will enter the experimental stage later as four cancer treatment facilities commence clinical trials. Medical scientists are trying to come up […]
One by one, countries in Asia, Europe, the U.S. and elsewhere said goodbye to a tumultuous 2010 and welcomed 2011 in grandiose celebrations in hopes of a more upbeat world economy. New York City revelers in Times Square participated in its eagerly anticipated New Year’s celebration there amid tight security. Thousands of people participated in […]
U.S. President Barack Obama reaffirmed his commitment to lift the economy further this year and lessen the ranks of unemployed Americans. In his weekly address over the radio and the Internet, Obama said that he will work closely with Republicans to address economic issues this year. “In a few days, a new Congress will form […]
Electronic cigarettes continue to sell in various markets around the world even as more health authorities successfully passed legislation against smoking in public places due to health concerns about the high-tech tobacco products. During the weekend, Spain became the latest European country that passed a law that prohibits smoking in bars and other enclosed public […]
Times Square is being readied for the traditional New Year’s Eve countdown and celebration with thousands of police and security personnel to be deployed to thwart a repeat of a bombing attempt last May. A huge crowd that could swell up to a million people is expected to converge on Broadway and Seventh Avenue for […]
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