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Killer robots condemned in new UN report
A new report from the United Nations Human Rights Commission suggests that lethal autonomous robots need to be regulated before they become the military weapons of the future.
foxnews.com (11 days ago)
'Monster' carcass washes ashore in New Zealand
A mysterious carcass washed ashore in New Zealand last week, fueling speculation about sea monsters and dinosaurs. The rotting animal was discovered by a group on four-wheel vehicles speeding along the beach in Bay of Plenty.
foxnews.com (11 days ago)
Music really is the food of love: French scientists find that carrying a guitar increases your...
Researchers from the University of South Brittany have found that women find men carrying a guitar to be more attractive than sporty men, or men who are empty handed.
dailymail.co.uk (12 days ago)
YouTube subscription fee could launch as early as this week
YouTube is set to launch a paid-for subscription service later this week that will charge around £1.28 a month to watch videos on specialist channels, according to reports in the Financial Times.
dailymail.co.uk (12 days ago)
What would an online sales tax mean for you?
Congress is considering legislation that would give states the ability to require out-of-state retailers to collect sales taxes. If the measure passes, consumers would lose a loophole that has resulted in years of tax-free online shopping.
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
Thinking of trading a partner in for a younger model? Think again - study finds couples with big...
A study from the University of Colorado has found that couples with big age gaps are more likely to be 'poorer, uglier, and less intelligent' than couples who are closer in age.
dailymail.co.uk (12 days ago)
Researchers reveal the Harry Potter 'invisibility cloak' you can print at home
Duke University's design, which looks rather like a Frisbee made of Swiss cheese, can hide an object placed at its centre by deflecting microwave beams.
dailymail.co.uk (12 days ago)
Solar eclipse turns sun into "ring of fire' this week
An annular eclipse will occur Thursday and Friday and depending on the weather it will be visible in parts of Australia
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
Disney, EA team on 'Star Wars' video games
Entertainment, video game companies strike deal to develop new games around popular film franchise
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
Autopsy shows why famous patient couldn't remember
The brain of a famous patient known only as E.P., whose complete inability to form new memories puzzled researchers for nearly two decades, has now been analyzed
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
Windows 8.1? Microsoft 'Blue' to address user gripes about Windows 8
Microsoft is retooling the latest version of its Windows operating system to address complaints and confusion that have been blamed for deepening a slump in personal computer sales.
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
Disputed dinosaur formally returned to Mongolia
The dinosaur skeleton that sparked an international custody battle began its journey home Monday, as Mongolian officials formally took possession of the fossilized bones of the T. rex-like predator.
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
Before Babel? Ancient mother tongue reconstructed
The ancestors of people from across Europe and Asia may have spoken a common language about 15,000 years ago, new research suggests
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
Sandstorm at the Burj Khalifa: Watch the breathtaking video showing a sandstorm engulfing the...
Photographer Gerald Donovan was attempting to capture a panoramic image from the 828m high top of the spire when a sandstorm suddenly hit Dubai.
dailymail.co.uk (12 days ago)
'I'm 40 and still a virgin': Google auto complete reveals our greatest fears by age
A video posted to YouTube from Marcus Budin shows what pops up on Google Suggest when any given age is entered, illustrating the very common thread of insecurity experienced in a lifetime.
dailymail.co.uk (12 days ago)
'Talking' plants could hold the key to growing strong vegetable crops
Scientists from the University of Western Australia have discovered that plants appear to 'talk' to each other, and the 'conversations' they have can determine how well the seeds grow.
dailymail.co.uk (12 days ago)
East Coast about to be overrun by billions of cicadas
Any day now, billions of cicadas will crawl out of the earth after 17 years underground and overrun the East Coast
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
Adobe kills Creative Suite, goes subscription-only
Adobe's Creative Cloud will soon be the only way to get the new versions of its full software suite
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
Electronic Arts, Maxis announces "The Sims 4"
The blockbuster life simulation game is getting an update next year
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
Bugged by the billions: East Coast about to see power of big numbers in coming cicada invasion
Any day now, billions of cicadas with bulging red eyes will creep out of the ground and overrun parts of the East Coast.
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
X-47B: the Navy's UFO-like stealth drone passes a milestone
The U.S. Navy conducted the first fly-in arrested landing of the X-47B, a tailless, strike fighter-sized unmanned aircraft designed to take off from and land on moving aircraft carriers at sea. Here's a brief look at the latest in the growing drone army.
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
Sarah Brightman plans on upcoming space journey
Classical singer Sarah Brightman has signed up to be the next space tourist
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
Sun unleashes spectacular solar eruption
An intense solar storm erupted from the sun on Friday in a dazzling space weather display captured by a NASA spacecraft.
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
YouTube to charge for access to some videos
The popular video-sharing website will reportedly announce it will introduce paid subscriptions as early as this week.
foxnews.com (12 days ago)
"Liberator" gun made with 3D printer fires first successful shot
Gun debate expands to include plastic firearms that can be printed at home, with lawmakers expressing concerns about new technology
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
NASA chief urges congress to fund private astronaut taxis
American astronauts could be forced to fly on Russian spacecraft if Congress continues to cut funding for private vehicles
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
YouTube reportedly near launch of paid channel subscriptions
Video-sharing site could launch a paid content platform for some of its specialist video channels as early as this week
cbsnews.com (12 days ago)
Space history: Apollo era astronaut 'onesie,' Neil Armstrong's EKG at auction
A new auction is set to begin of space- and aviation-related autographs, covers, photos, patches, hardware, correspondence, reports, and many types of flown personal mementos from the collections of astronauts themselves. Read more
foxnews.com (13 days ago)
Beer drones set to parachute in drink orders to festival-goers this summer
Flying drones will deliver beer to festival-goers in South Africa who order the drinks using their smartphones.
dailymail.co.uk (13 days ago)
T. Rex trouble: last dinosaur battle continues
During a ceremony in New York City on Monday, Mongolia will take formal possession of a largely complete T. rex-like dinosaur that has sparked an international custody battle.
foxnews.com (13 days ago)
