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Global Warming Caused by Solar Radiation, Argue Some Scienti

December 9, 2009

While the world's politicians argue at Copenhangen, some scientists are speaking out at an alternative "sceptics' conference."
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Are Verizon's Anti-Apple Ads Fair?

Verizon's latest ads create a clever twist on Apple’s slogan ("There’s an app for that"), firing shots across the bows of both Apple and AT&T. But few things grow stale as fast as puns — even very clever ones.
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How to Shut Down the 'Net: A Guide for Repressive Regimes

Dictators aiming to squelch free speech in don't have to work too hard: It's all too easy to shut down the Internet and keep their people in the dark.
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U.N. Climate Agency: This Is Warmest Decade on Record

This decade is on track to become the warmest since records began in 1850, and 2009 could rank among the top-five warmest years, the U.N. weather agency reported Tuesday on the second day of a pivotal 192-nation climate conference.
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Scientists Use Nanotech to Print Paper Batteries

Ordinary paper could one day be used as a lightweight battery to power the devices that are now enabling the printed word to be eclipsed by e-mail, e-books and online news.
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Huge Earthquake Strikes Single Building in 'Shake Test'

Seven-story condominium built atop 'shake table' in Japan to test new methods of wood-frame construction.
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GPS System Could Fail Next Year, Report Warns

GAO report says GPS system could break down as early as 2010 due to Air Force's failure to replace, repair old satellites.
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Facebook Backs Down On Privacy Terms

Facing a federal complaint from a leading privacy advocacy organization and a revolt of tens of thousands of its users, Facebook backed down from what many have seen as an onerous privacy policy.
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The Top 5 Viral Videos of 2008

There was plenty to keep us amused, entertained and possibly horrified during the year -- our top 5 viral videos of 2008.
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