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• Huawei was poised to fight Apple in the US. Now its fate is uncertain

  26-08-2019 21:41 via rss.cnn.com
  Huawei once had big ambitions to grow its presence in the United States.
  
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• Should Military Invade Brazil To ‘Save’ The Amazon Rainforest?

  26-08-2019 17:18 via technocracy.news
  The global elite (via Foreign Policy Magazine) are floating a dangerous narrative: first, by suggesting the possibility that radical leftist Gavin Newsom could be a future President and second, that the U.S. might lead a military action against Brazil to ‘save’ the Amazon rainforest from destruction.
  As outrageous as it is, this editor has seen many such trial balloons over the years, and they serve to manipulate public perception while hinting at their actual future plans. When medi
  
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• Could Brazil Be Invaded To ‘Save’ The Amazon Rainforest?

  26-08-2019 17:18 via technocracy.news
  The global elite (via Foreign Policy Magazine) are floating a dangerous narrative: first, by suggesting the possibility that radical leftist Gavin Newsom could be a future President and second, that the U.S. might lead a military action against Brazil to ‘save’ the Amazon rainforest from destruction.
  As outrageous as it is, this editor has seen many such trial balloons over the years, and they serve to manipulate public perception while hinting at their actual future plans. When medi
  
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• French president says he and US President Trump reached deal on tech tax that prompted threat of French wine tariffs

  26-08-2019 16:45
  French president says he and US President Trump reached deal on tech tax that prompted threat of French wine tariffs
  
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• Scientists in Italy fertilize 7 northern white rhino eggs

  26-08-2019 16:44
  Scientists in Italy fertilize 7 northern white rhino eggs, expect some of them to develop into embryos
  
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• Battle And Pushback Over 5G Rollout Is Heating Up

  26-08-2019 16:39 via technocracy.news
  Citizens and cities are pushing back against FCC bullying and health concerns, even as 5G providers are calling it all ‘conspiracy theories.’ The providers are increasingly embattled by city councils. ⁃ TN EditorJack Tibbetts, a member of the Santa Rosa, Calif., city council, knew he had a problem. It was early 2018, and he’d started getting calls from constituents at opposite ends of the political spectrum. The common thread: cellular antennas going up next to their home
  
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• Sustainable Organic Batteries for Safer, Environmentally Friendly Power Storage

  26-08-2019 16:17 via scitechdaily.com
  Proteins are good for building muscle, but their building blocks also might be helpful for building sustainable organic batteries that could someday be a viable...
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• Silicon Valley Is Building A China-Style Social Credit System

  26-08-2019 16:01 via technocracy.news
  I have warned that America will walk in China’s footsteps on Scientific Dictatorship because our citizens simply don’t understand it. Time is running out to say “No!” ⁃ TN EditorHave you heard about China’s social credit system? It’s a technology-enabled, surveillance-based nationwide program designed to nudge citizens toward better behavior. The ultimate goal is to “allow the trustworthy to roam everywhere under heaven while making it hard f
  
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• Ultrafast Pulsed Lasers Weld Ceramics Without a Furnace

  26-08-2019 15:54 via scitechdaily.com
  Ultrafast pulsed lasers fuse ceramics under ambient conditions and use less than 50 watts of power. environments. These could all be made possible thanks to...
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• New Polyurethane Designed to Easily Degrade for Reuse

  26-08-2019 15:42 via scitechdaily.com
  Polyurethane is used in a wide range of materials, including paints, foam mattresses, seat cushions, and insulation. These diverse applications generate large amounts of waste....
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• Degradable Polyurethane Gives Its Components a Second Life

  26-08-2019 15:20 via scitechdaily.com
  Polyurethane waste is piling up in landfills, but scientists have a possible solution: They have developed a method to make polyurethane degradable. Once the original...
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• Lara Spencer makes on-air apology for mocking Prince George's ballet lessons

  26-08-2019 15:06 via nbcnews.com
  On Monday, Spencer told the studio audience, "I screwed up, I did."
  
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• How much pot in that brownie? Chocolate can throw off tests

  26-08-2019 14:48
  How much pot is in that brownie? Chocolate can throw off potency tests and chemists are trying to figure out why
  
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• International Space Station crew relocates Soyuz capsule

  26-08-2019 14:26
  The crew of the International Space Station has successfully relocated a Soyuz space capsule to another docking port to facilitate the rendezvous with another spacecraft
  
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• Sanders: Support coal country while combating climate change

  26-08-2019 13:46
  It's possible to be a friend of coal miners and a believer in climate change and the need for cleaner energy sources to combat it, Democratic presidential candidate Bernie Sanders told voters in coal-producing Kentucky
  
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• G-7 countries have agreed to an immediate $20 million fund to help Amazon countries fight wildfires

  26-08-2019 13:14
  G-7 countries have agreed to an immediate $20 million fund to help Amazon countries fight wildfires
  
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• Monster Tumbleweed: New Species Invades California [Video]

  26-08-2019 12:53 via scitechdaily.com
  Study confirms genetic cause of hybrid plant’s exceptional health. A new species of gigantic tumbleweed once predicted to go extinct is not only here to...
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• Tennessee Valley Authority envisions no major new plants

  26-08-2019 10:34
  The Tennessee Valley Authority board of directors has approved a 20-year plan that includes no new major generating plants
  
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• NASA Satellite Image: Amazon Fires Shroud South America in Smoke

  26-08-2019 10:24 via scitechdaily.com
  NOAA/NASA’s Suomi NPP satellite collected this natural-color image using the VIIRS (Visible Infrared Imaging Radiometer Suite) instrument on August 21, 2019. Smoke from the fires...
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• Augmented Reality Glasses Help People With Low Vision Navigate Their Environment

  26-08-2019 10:10 via scitechdaily.com
  Glasses enhance mobility and function in patients who have difficulty with peripheral vision or seeing in low light. Nearly one in 30 Americans over the...
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• ASU Study: Many Teens Are Using a Highly Potent Form of Marijuana

  26-08-2019 10:00 via scitechdaily.com
  Nearly one in four Arizona teens have used a highly potent form of marijuana known as marijuana concentrate, according to a new study by Arizona...
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• Banana industry on alert after disease arrives in Colombia

  26-08-2019 06:02
  The banana industry is fighting to save the most popular variety of the fruit from a destructive fungus
  
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• Pompeo backs Israel's right to defend itself from Iran threats after Syria airstrike - Fox News

  26-08-2019 03:08 via foxnews.com
  Pompeo backs Israel's right to defend itself from Iran threats after Syria airstrike  Fox NewsIsrael says it struck Iranian 'killer drone' sites in Syria  BBC NewsIsrael bombs Syria, says strikes thwarted imminent Iran drone attack  New York PostIsrael says latest Syria airstrike thwarted 'imminent' attack by Iranian drones  Fox NewsIsrael says it stopped 'killer drone' attacks from Iran | TheHill  The HillView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Hong Kong police arrest 36, youngest aged 12, after running battles with protesters - Reuters

  26-08-2019 03:01 via reuters.com
  Hong Kong police arrest 36, youngest aged 12, after running battles with protesters  ReutersHong Kong protests take a dangerous turn  CBS Evening NewsHong Kong Protests: GUNFIRE on streets - China's army deployed as massacre fears surge  Express.co.ukHong Kong police draw guns, use water cannon in clashes  Al Jazeera EnglishHong Kong police filmed pointing guns at protesters amid claims shot was fired  The IndependentView full coverage on Google
  
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• Deputy fakes sniper shooting; department 'angry ... ashamed' - Los Angeles Times

  26-08-2019 03:00 via latimes.com
  Deputy fakes sniper shooting; department 'angry ... ashamed'  Los Angeles TimesSouthern California deputy lied about being shot by sniper in sheriff's office parking lot: Authorities  Yahoo NewsSouthern California deputy confesses to fabricating sniper shooting, authorities say  WPVI-TVAuthorities: Los Angeles deputy lied about sniper assault  KRCRTV.COML.A. County sheriff's deputy faked being shot by a sniper, authorities say  Los Angeles TimesV
  
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• Joe Arpaio to run for Maricopa County sheriff in 2020 | TheHill - The Hill

  26-08-2019 02:23 via thehill.com
  Joe Arpaio to run for Maricopa County sheriff in 2020 | TheHill  The HillJoe Arpaio announces run for seventh term as Maricopa County sheriff  Fox NewsEx-sheriff Joe Arpaio, pardoned by President Trump, wants old job back  AOLEx-sheriff Joe Arpaio, pardoned by Trump, wants his old job back  NBCNews.comJoe Arpaio Announces 2020 Bid for Seventh Term as Sheriff  The Daily BeastView full coverage on Google News
  
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• For McIlroy, this FedEx Cup win was about righting some wrongs - ESPN

  26-08-2019 02:17 via espn.com
  For McIlroy, this FedEx Cup win was about righting some wrongs  ESPNRory McIlroy's highlights | Round 4 | TOUR Championship 2019  PGA TOURJustin Thomas coughs up lead at East Lake: 'Really weird' starting in front  Golf ChannelLook at some of big money winners and 'losers' at East Lake  Atlanta Journal ConstitutionRoars for Rory -- McIlroy wins FedEx Cup, $15M  ESPNView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Didi Gregorius exits Yankees game with shoulder injury - New York Post

  26-08-2019 02:14 via nypost.com
  Didi Gregorius exits Yankees game with shoulder injury  New York PostTurner, bullpen lift Dodgers past Yankees | Dodgers-Yankees Game Highlights 8/24/19  MLBMax Muncy admits flopping, Yankees seek answers after controversial call  Yahoo SportsTBLA Sunday morning links: Aug. 25, 2019  True Blue LAYankees' Judge delivers on HR promise to fan  ESPNView full coverage on Google News
  
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• 4th human EEE case confirmed in Massachusetts; woman reported to have virus dies - WCVB Boston

  26-08-2019 01:53 via wcvb.com
  4th human EEE case confirmed in Massachusetts; woman reported to have virus dies  WCVB BostonFairhaven Woman Reportedly Dies Of EEE  CBS BostonFairhaven woman has died after contracting EEE  Turn to 104th Human Case Of EEE In Mass. Confirmed, Woman Reportedly Dies  CBS BostonConfirmed human case of EEE in Bristol County  WPRI.comView full coverage on Google News
  
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• LAPD is investigating after video shows security forcefully removing transgender patrons from a bar - CNN

  26-08-2019 01:33 via cnn.com
  LAPD is investigating after video shows security forcefully removing transgender patrons from a bar  CNNAn incident recorded on video and widely shared on social media shows security staff forcefully removing transgender patrons from a downtown bar after an ...View full coverage on Google News
  
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• Trump reportedly recommended using nuclear bombs to stop hurricanes from hitting US - Washington Examiner

  26-08-2019 01:30 via washingtonexaminer.com
  Trump reportedly recommended using nuclear bombs to stop hurricanes from hitting US  Washington ExaminerTrump floated nuking hurricanes to stop them from hitting US: report | TheHill  The HillAxios: Trump Suggested Using Nuclear Weapons to Stop Hurricanes  Slate Magazine'Sharknado' is life: Trump suggested using nuclear bombs to stop hurricanes, report says  NJ.comOfficial on Trump's hurricane nuking idea: 'His objective is not bad' | TheHill  Th
  
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• Tropical Storm Dorian on path for Caribbean and could become hurricane - CBS News

  26-08-2019 01:26 via youtube.com
  
  
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• Trump wants US companies to leave China. Here's what it could mean for Chinese businesses - CNBC

  26-08-2019 01:18 via cnbc.com
  Trump wants US companies to leave China. Here's what it could mean for Chinese businesses  CNBCChina Preparing for Worsening U.S. Ties, Global Times' Hu Says  BloombergDow futures drop more than 200 points as US-China trade war escalates  CNBCAndy Puzder: Trump's pressure on China is working. Americans should back him on counter-tariffs  Fox NewsAsia shares sink, bonds surge as trade fears mount  ReutersView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Three dead, four injured in shooting at New Mexico party - CNN

  26-08-2019 01:03 via cnn.com
  Three dead, four injured in shooting at New Mexico party  CNNPolice: 7 shot, 3 killed at house party in Hobbs  KOBThree people killed, four hurt in Hobbs shooting  CBS7 News3 dead, 4 injured in Sunday morning shooting  KOAT AlbuquerqueDC man among 2 dead after shooting at New Mexico house party  WTOPView full coverage on Google News
  
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• ‘Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser’ Takes Disney Resort Guests To A Galaxy Far, Far Away – D23 - Deadline

  26-08-2019 00:48 via deadline.com
  ‘Star Wars: Galactic Starcruiser’ Takes Disney Resort Guests To A Galaxy Far, Far Away – D23  DeadlineDisney teases 'Star Wars,' 'Frozen 2,' 'Eternals' and more at D23 convention  Fox NewsOne reason Disney+ is much better than Netflix, and one reason it’s not  BGRWill Boba Fett Pop Up In 'The Mandalorian'?  UPROXXThe Mandalorian: 24 New Images From The Disney Plus Star Wars Show  GameSpotView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Locals Warned That 'Malfunction' During Test at SpaceX Facility Could Shatter Windows - Gizmodo

  26-08-2019 00:45 via gizmodo.com
  Locals Warned That 'Malfunction' During Test at SpaceX Facility Could Shatter Windows  GizmodoSpaceX Starhopper launch prompts blast warnings from local police  QuartzSpaceX Is Planning Testing in South Texas That Could Break Resident’s Windows  SplinterResidents receive alert on SpaceX testing  Brownsville HeraldSpaceX Developments Bringing Excitement Among Boca Chica Beach Residents  KRGVView full coverage on Google News
  
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• In Andrew Luck’s Retirement, Football’s Consequences Weigh Heavily - The New York Times

  26-08-2019 00:45 via nytimes.com
  In Andrew Luck’s Retirement, Football’s Consequences Weigh Heavily  The New York TimesLuck retires, calls decision 'hardest of my life'  ESPNOpinion: Andrew Luck's legacy will be defined in a different way. And that's a good thing  USA TODAYDoyel: Andrew Luck's sudden retirement will overshadow his greatness  Indianapolis StarPaul Daugherty: Andrew Luck's retirement leaves us wondering who might be next?  Cincinnati.comView full cover
  
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• Taylor Swift's 'Lover' Is Already 2019's Top-Selling Album in the U.S. After First Two Days on Sale - Billboard

  26-08-2019 00:39 via billboard.com
  Taylor Swift's 'Lover' Is Already 2019's Top-Selling Album in the U.S. After First Two Days on Sale  BillboardTaylor Swift has security cameras pointed at her backside following sexual assault  Fox NewsTaylor Swift on "Lover" and haters  CBS Sunday MorningTaylor Swift Clearly Not Over Scooter Braun's Purchase of Masters  TMZWhy Taylor Swift Plans To Re-Record Her Old Songs  Showbiz Cheat SheetView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Massive pumice 'raft' could bring marine life to help save Great Barrier Reef - Fox News

  26-08-2019 00:37 via foxnews.com
  Massive pumice 'raft' could bring marine life to help save Great Barrier Reef  Fox NewsSailors Find Pumice 'Raft' the Size of Washington D.C. Floating in Pacific that Could Help Restore Great Barri  The Weather ChannelGiant pumice stone could help heal Australia's Great Barrier Reef  KoamNewsNow.comGiant pumice raft floating toward Australia could help replenish Great Barrier Reef  Minnesota Public Radio NewsMassive pumice ‘raft’ spotted in the
  
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• Chicken sandwich mania at Popeye’s: big crowds, long waits and our critic’s take - Sun Sentinel

  26-08-2019 00:30 via sun-sentinel.com
  Chicken sandwich mania at Popeye’s: big crowds, long waits and our critic’s take  Sun SentinelSocial media fuels Popeyes and Chick-fil-A chicken sandwich war  KING 5Ditch the lines -- Quavo is selling Popeyes chicken sandwiches for $1,000 each  CNNIs Popeyes' fried-chicken sandwich worth the hype?  NewsdayPopeyes Chicken sandwich is an economic indicator  The Macomb DailyView full coverage on Google News
  
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• AB finds 'happy ending' with helmet fight over, agent says - NBCSports.com

  26-08-2019 00:17 via nbcsports.com
  AB finds 'happy ending' with helmet fight over, agent says  NBCSports.comSources -- AB loses 2nd hearing, nears helmet deal  ESPNReport: Antonio Brown loses second helmet grievance against NFL  Yahoo SportsAntonio Brown loses second helmet grievance, wins eventual endorsement deal  NBCSports.comReport: Antonio Brown in process of securing endorsement deal after losing 2nd helmet grievance  WPXI PittsburghView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Time's almost up for some 2020 Democrats - CNN

  26-08-2019 00:01 via cnn.com
  Time's almost up for some 2020 Democrats  CNNSanders slams McConnell's 'cowardice' in fiery visit to top Republican's home state of Kentucky  Fox NewsElegy for Bernie? Not quite yet: Sanders 2020 poses a conundrum Democrats must solve  SalonWhat Sanders gets — and others don’t — about our climate debate  Washington PostThe Shallow Cynicism of ‘Everything Is Rigged’  The New York TimesView full coverage on Google News
  
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• Razer's largest store yet opens in Las Vegas on September 7th - Engadget

  26-08-2019 00:00 via engadget.com
  Razer's largest store yet opens in Las Vegas on September 7th  EngadgetRazer Opening A Store – Razer Expanding Into Retail  WccftechYou'll soon be able to experience gaming turned up to 11 at Razer's upcoming store in Las Vegas  Windows CentralView full coverage on Google News
  
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