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The Science In This Week,

February 19, 2017ScienceWeekly ScienceAbhilash Sidd Leave a comment

The Science In This Week.

February 6, 2017ScienceWeekly ScienceAbhilash Sidd Leave a comment

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Reuters: Technology News

Japan launches satellite for advanced GPS operation August 19, 2017
TOKYO (Reuters) - Japan on Saturday launched an H-2A rocket carrying a geo-positioning satellite into orbit after a week-long delay, the government said.
U.S. formally launches probe of China's intellectual property practices August 18, 2017
WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The United States on Friday formally launched an investigation into China's alleged theft of U.S. intellectual property, a widely expected move following a call from President Donald Trump earlier this week to determine whether a probe was needed.
NuTonomy hopes for second-quarter 2018 launch of paid Singapore self-driving car rides August 18, 2017
SAN FRANCISCO (Reuters) - U.S. self-driving car startup NuTonomy and southeast Asian ride services partner Grab hope to turn a test pilot in Singapore into a paid, commercial service as soon as the second quarter of next year, NuTonomy Chief Executive Karl Iagnemma said on Friday.
Delphi partners with Innoviz for self-driving technology August 18, 2017
(Reuters) - Delphi Automotive Plc said on Friday it has partnered with laser-based sensor maker Innoviz Technologies to improve vehicle safety for self-driving cars, after making a minority investment in the Israel-based company.
BlackBerry rally derailed as investors lose patience on turnaround August 18, 2017
TORONTO (Reuters) - BlackBerry Ltd shares have been plunging from their more than two-year high hit in June after lackluster earnings and competitive threats have raised doubts about prospects for a turnaround at the business software maker.

CNET News

Amazon was selling Echo Dots for the low, low price of $0 - CNET August 19, 2017
Solar eclipse: Desperate brands leap on the sunny side - CNET August 19, 2017
Google brings video previews to search results on phones - CNET August 19, 2017
For speakers or headphones, how much bass is enough? - CNET August 19, 2017
Here’s a pint-size speaker with a big sound - CNET August 19, 2017

CNET Topics – Culture

Want more women in tech at your company? Make it a focus August 19, 2017
Commentary: The design thinking process behind tech development should be applied to diversity efforts, says one of Intuit's top technologists.
CNET UK podcast 527: Nokia's flagship and Andy's train-talking rage August 18, 2017
Andrew Hoyle is joined by Katie Collins to discuss Nokia's new flagship Android phone and why chatting on the tube is bad for Andy.
EFF criticizes tech companies for exiling neo-Nazi website August 18, 2017
The digital rights organization says the same tactics could be used against other organizations.
Apple takes on Netflix, HBO, Amazon with $1B budget (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy Podcast, Ep. 96) August 18, 2017
Apple gets serious about original content. The Apple Watch will have LTE but no direct phone calling. McDonald's uses an iPhone 8 mock-up in a promotional email.
Apple takes on Netflix, HBO, Amazon with $1B budget (Apple Byte Extra Crunchy, Ep. 96) video August 18, 2017
Apple gets serious about original content. The Apple Watch will have LTE but no direct phone calling. McDonald's uses an iPhone 8 mock-up in a promotional email.

Reuters: Business News

U.S. did not detail request for auto rules of origin at NAFTA talks: source August 19, 2017
India's Infosys approves up to $2 billion buyback of shares August 19, 2017
Shift from non-GAAP bottom lines could be good for stock prices August 19, 2017
Elliott lawyer says third bidder may top Buffett's Oncor bid August 18, 2017
Former UAW official charged in Fiat Chrysler payoff probe August 18, 2017

Motivational Quotes of the Day

Peter McWilliams
"Resentment is anger directed at others--at what they did or did not do."
Denis Diderot
"Only passions, great passions, can elevate the soul to great things."
William Hazlitt
"The way to procure insults is to submit to them: a man meets with no more respect than he exacts."
Ali Vincent
"In order to truly give to others, you have to give to yourself first."
Ben Jonson
"Be not ashamed of thy virtues; honor's a good brooch to wear in a man's hat at all times."