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Monday 17 June 2019

MIT's new robot can identify things by sight and by touch


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Anti-aging compound from pomegranates proves promising in human clinical trials

A compound derived from pomegranates appears to be effective at slowing some cellular aging processes in ...

Since aging is a key driver of many diseases, targeting that process could be a handy catch-all for treating a range of diseases and improving quality of life for pretty much everybody. Researchers at EPFL have now reported a new step towards that goal, with human clinical trials of a fruit-derived compound showing promise in slowing mitochondrial aging in elderly patients, with no side effects found.

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World Championship-winning 1992 Williams-Renault for sale

Nigel Mansell takes the win in the 1992 British Grand Prix at Silverstone on 12 July ...

This Williams-Renault FW15B dominated the 1992 F1 Championship season. Nigel Mansell won nine times, beating Ayrton Senna's record of eight Grand Prix victories in a season, against a field that boasted Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher. Mansell took five of those wins, plus a second place, in this car. It's for sale if you have very deep pockets.

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Uber drivers reportedly triggering higher fares through Surge Club

Uber drivers are reportedly participating in a so-called Surge Club to artificially trigger higher fares. Many drivers said that they do not want to join the shady practice, but they are forced to do so due to pay cuts.

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After years of Le Mans misfortune, Toyota became impossible to beat

Toyota scored a one-two finish at the 2019 24 Hours of Le Mans, its second win a row at the legendary French race. Toyota is the first Japanese automaker to win Le Mans twice, but its wins came without any real competition.

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Stark Drive Torque e-bike unlocks with a fingerprint and can wirelessly charge your phone

The standard version of the Stark Drive Torque packs a 250 W mid-drive motor that offers ...

E-bikes have plenty of appeal for those after environmentally-friendly ways to get around town, but it's not often the price tag is part of the picture. E-bike builder Stark is on a mission to offer folks more reasonably priced options, and is set to launch a pair of new electrified models that squeeze some impressive capabilities into a relatively affordable package.

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See all the Stranger Things season 3 photos so far - CNET

A look at new photos from Netflix's big hit, from ice cream to festivals to spying at the mall.

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SK Telecom to collaborate with Nokia and Ericsson in 6G research

They will also work together to improve SK Telecom's 5G networks.

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Aston Martin will race a detuned Valkyrie at Le Mans in the new Hypercar class

The Aston Martin Valkyrie will race in 2020-21

The Automobile Club de l'Ouest has announced a new top class for the Le Mans endurance race – a "hypercar" class that will begin in 2020-21, designed to entice some of the world's most extreme streetcars to throw down and prove themselves. And one we'll definitely see on track is the awesome Aston Martin Valkyrie.

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Intel announces program to help Israeli AI startups

The company will provide 10 to 15 startups with mentorship from Intel and industry experts.

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India plans to launch space station by 2030


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Protein from the blood of young mice found to extend lifespan of older mice

The lifespan of older mice was extended when a protein called eNAMPT was isolated from the ...

New research from Washington University School of Medicine in St. Louis is offering a novel hypothesis to possibly explain the long-standing idea that transfusions of young blood can help reverse the effects of aging. The study reveals when older mice are supplemented with a specific protein taken from the blood of younger mice, they live longer and exhibit more youthful characteristics.

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A Crew of VFX Artists Take on the CGI of the Star Wars Prequels

Even a couple decades later, a lot of it is very impressive.

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Reported losses from NBN scams increase by nearly 300% in 2019: ACCC

Consumers lost more than AU$110,000 each month in the January to May period.

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5G just part of technology's 'new Cold War frontline'

As nations search for technology that 'confers a decisive strategic advantage' in controlling the 'global digital commons', the global political trends are reminiscent of the 1930s.

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Honda details e electric city car "skateboard" chassis

When Honda unveiled the Honda e prototype earlier this year, opening the electric car for reservations, ...

Honda's new all-electric city car project is off to a promising start. Last month we reported that more than 25,000 people have reserved the Honda e, a number that has since that jumped above 31,000 ... even if the side "mirrors" may or may not comply with current government regulations. Now Honda has revealed the "skateboard" that will underpin the EV.

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Spider-Man's cryptic new teaser leaves Marvel fans spinning - CNET

The saga of teasers that don't make immediate sense continues.

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Israel Names Non-Existent Golan Heights Town 'Trump Heights'

To thank President Trump for recognizing the annexed Golan Heights as a part of Israel, embattled Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu today inaugurated an empty patch of dirt as a new town called “Trump Heights,” according to the BBC.

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American Airlines offers satellite WiFi to its entire mainline fleet


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The best shows on Amazon Prime right now (June 2019)

There's more to Amazon Prime than free two-day shipping, including access to a number of phenomenal shows at no extra cost. To make the sifting easier, here are our favorite TV series currently streaming on Amazon Prime.

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Electromagnetic induction to improve taste and shelf life of beer and other beverages

A new process uses electromagnetic radiation to selectively heat beer and other foods and drink

A new electromagnetic induction technology promises to make beer and other beverages taste better and have a longer shelf life. Developed by Purdue University-affiliated startup Induction Food Systems (IFS), the new technique that applies precise heating to food processing has recently completed its major first round of testing ahead of a market launch later this year.

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Vocus loses another potential suitor as AGL walks away

AGL states it is no longer confident its proposal would create value.

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Dutton's non-denial fuels fears of domestic ASD cyber spying

The Australian government could avoid so much grief about surveillance if it stopped being so paranoid about discussing its ideas transparently -- unless it really does intend to do something dodgy.

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