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Editorials
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The Mysterious Woman in Black or Walking as a Spiritual Experience
Is there more to walking than just placing one foot in front of the other?
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
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In Defense of Laziness or Why It's Perfectly OK Not to Want to Do Anything
Living Replica of Van Gogh's Ear or the Matrimony of Science and Art
Science
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Science and Disney's “Frozen” Don't Really See Eye to Eye
Paper discusses award-winning film “Frozen” from a scientific perspective
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
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All You Need to Know About the Mars 2020 Rover in One Infographic
Newly Discovered Distant Galaxy Acts as a Cosmic Magnifying Glass
Celebrity News
Justin Bieber Bans Orlando Bloom from Swanky Ibiza Party
The singer avoids getting into another fight with the actor
by Dragos Rusu, August 2nd, 2014
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Orlando Bloom Punches Justin Bieber in Ibiza Restaurant – Video
Orlando Bloom Has the Hots for Taylor Swift, She’s Playing Hard to Get
Internet Life
Lionsgate Goes After Six File Sharing Sites for Hosting “The Expendables 3” Leaked Copies
The movie studio is going after several sites that did not comply with DMCA notices
by Gabriela Vatu, August 2nd, 2014
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“Expendables 3” Copy May Have Been Passed to Pirates Nine Days Before Release
“The Expendables 3” Tops Most Pirated List This Week
Social Networking Related
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Google Wants to Separate Photos Service from Google+
Bloomberg
Google wants to see Photos turn into a successful product
by Gabriela Vatu, August 2nd, 2014
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Google Fiber Fuels Changes in Kansas City As Comcast and TWC Improve Broadband Speeds
Google’s Search Engine Is Used by 88% of Desktop Users and 93% of Mobile Users
Kim Kardashian Goes Swimming with Dolphins, PETA Is Outraged
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
PETA activists claim what Kim Kardashian did counts as animal abuse
Green/Eco Blog
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Google News
Google Fiber Fuels Changes in Kansas City As Comcast and TWC Improve Broadband Speeds
The two ISPs have announced some changes in the city where Google started to expand Fiber
by Gabriela Vatu, August 2nd, 2014
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Google, Others, Want to Turn New York City Phone Booths into Wi-Fi Hot Spots [Bloomberg]
Google Denies Plans to Expand Fiber to the UK
Games
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Mass Effect 4 Will Include New Races and Extensive Customization Options
The Mako will return badder than ever, as an agile exploration vehicle
by Radu Haulica, August 2nd, 2014
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Destiny Gets a Huge Infographic from Bungie Detailing Beta Participation
Call of Duty: Ghosts Nemesis Goldrush Detailed via Pro Player Videos
Security Blog
CryptoWall Ransomware Attached to Intuit Spam
Message appears to be delivered from Intuit, contains malware
by Ionut Ilascu, August 2nd, 2014
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Simple Ransomware Relies on GnuPG for Encryption
Raspberry Pi Used for Building Honeypots on a Budget
Games
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The Real Sacred 3 Is Titled Unbended, Coming from S1 and S2's Creators
The devs of the original Sacred 1 and 2 are currently doing pre-production work
by Radu Haulica, August 2nd, 2014
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Destiny Gets a Huge Infographic from Bungie Detailing Beta Participation
Dragon Age: Inquisition Video Features Alix Wilton Regan Talking About Her Role
Linux
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XBMC Name Is Going Away, Meet the New and Improved Kodi
The developers have decided to change the name of the software
by Silviu Stahie, August 2nd, 2014
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CUPS (Common UNIX Printing System) 2.0 Beta 1 Now Available for Download
Canonical Closes KDE-Libs Vulnerability in Ubuntu 14.04 and Ubuntu 12.04
Katy Perry Would Love to Be in the Illuminati
by Dragos Rusu, August 2nd, 2014
Rumors have been floating around ever since her 2014 Grammys performance
Music, Film & TV Blog
Game reviews
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Noir Syndrome Review (PC)
A retro-styled procerdurally generated murder mystery that gets a bit dull after a while
by Radu Haulica, August 2nd, 2014
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Guardians of the Galaxy Pinball Review (PlayStation 4)
Europa Universalis IV – Res Publica Review (PC)
Mobile OS
O2 UK Says Microsoft Is Delaying the Lumia Cyan Update for Its Users
The carrier also acknowledges the scale of the update
by Ionut Arghire, August 2nd, 2014
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Download OneDrive 4.2.1.0 for Windows Phone
Windows Phone 8.1-Based HTC One M8 Leaks in Press Render
Columns
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Weekend Reading: Steam Should Let Us Pay to Remove Titles
Gamers could be thankful for the opportunity to clean their libraries
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 2nd, 2014
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F1 2014 Is PC and Last-Gen Only, but F1 2015 Will Come to Xbox One and PlayStation 4 - Video
Crytek Sells Homefront: The Revolution to Deep Silver
Security
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DHL Tracking Notification SMS Delivers Android Malware
Android users in Germany targeted by cybercriminals
by Ionut Ilascu, August 2nd, 2014
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Jimmy John’s Investigates Breach Allegations
Simple Ransomware Relies on GnuPG for Encryption
Celebrity News
Marvel Is Too Busy Right Now for Female-Led Superhero Movie, Says Kevin Feige
Waiting for that Black Widow spinoff to get made seems a bit pointless right now
by Elena Gorgan, August 2nd, 2014
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Marvel Releases Official Photo of Josh Brolin as Villain Thanos
Here Are All the Easter Eggs from All Marvel Movies – Video
Raspberry Pi Used for Building Honeypots on a Budget
by Ionut Ilascu, August 2nd, 2014
Intern at security company builds cheap honeypot sensors
Security Blog
Editorials
Microsoft in China: It’s Payback Time
Redmond should not leave China’s behavior unpunished
by Bogdan Popa, August 2nd, 2014
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Sony Is Crazy, PlayStation Now Prices Are Insane, Why Don't You Switch to PC?
EA Access Can Influence Xbox One – PlayStation 4 Competition
Celebrity News
Selena Gomez Is Going Off the Rails, Parties Until She Passes Out, Does Cocaine and Ecstasy
She hasn’t spoken to her parents in a very long time, is completely out of control
by Elena Gorgan, August 2nd, 2014
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Even Leonardo DiCaprio Was Clapping When Orlando Bloom Punched Justin Bieber
Selena Gomez Denies Sleeping with Orlando Bloom
Editorials
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Why Microsoft “Bingbooks” Might Crush Surging Chromebook Sales
Microsoft has unleashed its assault upon Chromebooks
by Alexandra Arici, August 2nd, 2014
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Microsoft in China: It’s Payback Time
Sony Is Crazy, PlayStation Now Prices Are Insane, Why Don't You Switch to PC?
Music, Film & TV Blog
Michael Keaton Has Issues in New “Birdman” Trailer
Keaton plays a washed-up actor trying to make a comeback
by Dragos Rusu, August 2nd, 2014
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The “Birdman” Trailer Starring Michael Keaton Already Has Oscars Written on It – Video
Jamie Dornan Smolders as Christian Grey in First Official Photo for “Fifty Shades of Grey”
Celebrity News
LeAnn Rimes Denies She’s a Homewrecker, Baby Stealer
LeAnn and husband Eddie Cibrian promote VH1 reality show with People interview
by Elena Gorgan, August 2nd, 2014
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No One Watched LeAnn Rimes and Eddie Cibrian’s New Reality Show, LeAnn & Eddie, on VH1
LeAnn Rimes Thanks Everyone for Making VH1 Reality Show a Hit, Even Haters
Superbly Small White Palm-Sized PC ECS LIVA Mini PC Coming This Month
by Sebastian Pop, August 2nd, 2014
Miniature system uses eMMC storage and will act as HTPC, office PC, industiral PC, etc.
Technology Blog
General Business
Microsoft Sues Samsung Over Android Contract
Redmond claims that Samsung has stopped paying its Android royalties
by Bogdan Popa, August 2nd, 2014
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Windows 9 Could Be Free for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 Users
Windows 8.1 Update 2 to Launch on August 12 as “August Update”
Laptops & Tablets Blog
HP SlateBook 14 with Android Starts Shipping, Priced Higher than Expected – Gallery
Customers can now order the laptop through HP’s website
by Alexandra Arici, August 2nd, 2014
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Allwinner’s 64-bit Chip Will Bring Budget Android Tablets with 4K Video Capabilities Soon
iFive Mini 3 Retina with 2048 x 1536 Resolution, Android KitKat Ships for $180 / €129
Green/Eco Blog
Pod of Whales Rescued by Sea Shepherd Activists in the Faeroe Islands
The marine mammals entered a local fjord, were escorted back out to sea
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
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Watch: Whale Filmed Swimming Alongside Surfers in Australia
WWF: Japan Has No Business Whaling in the Southern Ocean
Technology Blog
Crucial Ballistix DDR4 Memory Up for Pre-Order for £170 / $285 / €212
There are two memory kits, featuring in 16 GB and 32 GB capacities
by Sebastian Pop, August 2nd, 2014
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Apacer Combo SSD-DDR3 RAM Drive Now Sampling
NVIDIA GeForce GTX 880 Flagship Maxwell Graphics Card Set for September Release
Music, Film & TV Blog
Marvel Releases Official Photo of Josh Brolin as Villain Thanos
Look for him in “Guardians of the Galaxy” and the upcoming “Avengers: Age of Ultron”
by Elena Gorgan, August 2nd, 2014
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Here Are All the Easter Eggs from All Marvel Movies – Video
Here’s Your First Look at Thanos in “Guardians of the Galaxy” in Leaked Photo
These Amazing Images Were All Taken with a Raspberry Pi – Gallery
by Alexandra Arici, August 2nd, 2014
Adafruit Industries announced the winner of their Raspberry Pi photo competition
Photo Blog
3D Printing Blog
Uncia DLP 3D Printer with Amazing Price of $299 / €299 Now Crowd-Funded via Indiegogo
The stereolithography-based 3D printer is almost completely funded after just a day
by Sebastian Pop, August 2nd, 2014
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New 3D Printer Has a Larger Envelope Than Most Consumer Models – Video
An Ice Cream 3D Printer That Works – Video
Health
Chili Peppers Reduce Gut Tumors Risk, Evidence Suggests
Compound in chili pepper now argued to stunt intestinal tumor growth
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
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Mutation Explains Why Some Need Less than 6 Hours of Sleep per Night
Ötzi the Iceman Was Genetically Predisposed to Heart Disease
Celebrity News
Rob Kardashian’s Current Problems Triggered by Lamar Odom
NBA star was a father figure for him, so divorce from Khloe Kardashian hit him hard
by Elena Gorgan, August 2nd, 2014
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Adrienne Bailon, Kim Kardashian Feud Gets Nasty: Adrienne Brings Up Kim’s Leaked Tape
Khloe Kardashian Hints at Pregnancy with Subtle Photo
Laptops & Tablets Blog
Watch: Samsung Galaxy Tab S Videos Show the Tablet Is for Both Work and Play
Samsung continues its saga of promoting its latest tablets
by Alexandra Arici, August 2nd, 2014
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New ASUS MeMO Pad Tablets with Android 4.4 KitKat on Their Way
Allwinner’s 64-bit Chip Will Bring Budget Android Tablets with 4K Video Capabilities Soon
Security Blog
Jimmy John’s Investigates Breach Allegations
Financial institutions inform of fraud on cards used at Jimmy John’s
by Ionut Ilascu, August 2nd, 2014
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Simple Ransomware Relies on GnuPG for Encryption
Royal Bank of Canada Bogus Payment Report Delivers Malware
Kristen Stewart Cut from “Snow White and the Huntsman” Sequel
by Dragos Rusu, August 2nd, 2014
The actress is dropped from the cast as the attention is focused on the Huntsman
Music, Film & TV Blog
Windows
Windows 9 Could Be Free for Windows XP, Vista, and 7 Users
New rumors about Windows 9 are now reaching the web
by Bogdan Popa, August 2nd, 2014
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Net Applications: Internet Explorer 8 Still the Number One Browser in the World
Windows XP, 8.1, and 8 All Lose Users in July 2014
Games
Destiny Gets a Huge Infographic from Bungie Detailing Beta Participation
The company also promises that all data is used to improve the coming launch
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 2nd, 2014
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Bungie: Destiny Will Get Improved Chat for Full Launch
Bungie Doesn't Want You to Complete Destiny Raids on the First Try
Photo
Sony RX1s Camera with Curved Sensor Tech Tipped for Photokina 2014
The company announced the new sensor a while back
by Alexandra Arici, August 2nd, 2014
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Sony FZ-Mount 4K Video DSLR-Looking Camera Will Not Make It to the Market
Leak: Sony RX100M3 Compact Camera with 4K Image Output
Wearable Tech
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Boogio Can Turn Any Shoes into Smartshoes with Amazing New Technology – Video
Boogio can sense gravity, inner balance and the 3D movement of the user's feet, and all that in real time
by Sebastian Pop, August 2nd, 2014
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These Smartshoes Will Make Your Feet Buzz, Sync with Google Maps to Show You the Way
Google Issues Workaround Allowing You to Install Paid Apps on Android Wear
Windows
Windows 8.1 Update 2 to Launch on August 12 as “August Update”
Microsoft is getting ready to introduce a brand new update for Windows 8.1
by Bogdan Popa, August 2nd, 2014
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Windows 8 Overtakes Windows XP in the United Kingdom
BBC Launches Top Gear: Race The Stig Game for Windows 8.1 – Photos
Former Crew Member Reveals Kate Gosselin Had Strict Set of Rules When Filming Reality Series
by Dragos Rusu, August 2nd, 2014
Nonetheless, Kate often referred to crew members as “family” in public
Television
Celebrity News
Ryan Gosling Cried After Making Love to Random Girl
Tabloid story claims actor is just as emotional as you imagined him to be
by Elena Gorgan, August 2nd, 2014
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Eva Mendes and Ryan Gosling Are Having a Baby Boy, They Plan a Blue Nursery
Ryan Gosling Surprised by Eva Mendes' Unexpected Pregnancy
Photo
New Sigma SD DSLR with Quattro Sensor All but Confirmed by Company’s CEO
It has been more than two years since Sigma launched a DSLR on the market
by Alexandra Arici, August 2nd, 2014
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Sigma dp2 Quattro Camera on Display at CP+ 2014
Adobe Camera Raw 8.4 RC Adds Support for All New Digital Cameras
3D Printing
New 3D Printer Has a Larger Envelope Than Most Consumer Models – Video
The model has a build volume of 8 x 8 x 8 inches / 200 x 200 x 200 mm
by Sebastian Pop, August 2nd, 2014
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Man 3D Prints a Castle Out of Concrete, Plans to Follow with a Home – Gallery
An Ice Cream 3D Printer That Works – Video
Oddiverse
Teens Turn Their Living Room into a Swimming Pool – Photo Gallery
Photos show the teenagers splashing around and diving in their home-made pool
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
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Sunken Treasure Recovered from the Waters Off the Coast of Florida, US
Two New Massive Holes Discovered in Remote Russia
Security
Simple Ransomware Relies on GnuPG for Encryption
Main module is a batch file that executes the commands
by Ionut Ilascu, August 2nd, 2014
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Government Warning – Facebook Scam
Hackers Steal Video Game Source Code
It's Official: Jennifer Lawrence and Nicholas Hoult Are No Longer a Couple
by Dragos Rusu, August 2nd, 2014
Their busy schedules got in the way of their love it seems
Celebrity News
Celebrity News
Pregnant Christina Aguilera Bares All in Artful Spread for V Magazine – Photo
Singer is expecting a baby girl with fiancé Matthew Rutler, to be born this month
by Elena Gorgan, August 2nd, 2014
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Christina Aguilera Plans to Sing During Her Birthing, Makes Playlist with Her Own Songs
Kelly Osbourne Puts Herself in “Food Rehab” for Gaining Weight After Split from Fiancé
Audio
New Bluetooth Headphones Also Act as Fitness Trackers, Don't Have Earbuds
They were developed by Florida-based company and pair with iOS and Android apps
by Sebastian Pop, August 2nd, 2014
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Colorful Reveals “Flame Warrior” iGame Z97 Ymir-X Flagship Motherboard – Pictures
Logitech Unveils Lightweight H570e USB Business Headphones
Hair
Bruce Jenner Does Shocking Hair Transformation, Opts for a Mullet – Gallery
Someone call him and tell him the 80s have been over for decades
by Dragos Rusu, August 2nd, 2014
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Pregnant Scarlett Johansson Cuts Hair Short, Hides Baby Bump
Kris Jenner Says She Deserves a Medal for Saving Bruce Jenner from Bankruptcy
3D Printing
MakerBot Offers $400/€297 Discount on 5th Gen Replicator and Z18 3D Printer Bundle
The goal is to serve customers in the area where consumer and business segments overlap
by Sebastian Pop, August 2nd, 2014
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Guide Enables Anyone to Block Stamp Any Image on Any Surface
World's First Portable, Foldable 3D Printer: Portabee GO
Rumours about mobile phones
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Windows Phone 8.1-Based HTC One M8 Leaks in Press Render
The smartphone appears to feature the same outer design as the Android sibling
by Ionut Arghire, August 2nd, 2014
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Microsoft to Kill the Nokia Remote Device Access Program on August 12
Windows Phone 8.1-Based HTC One (M8) Receives GSM Certification
Sony Xperia T3 Now Available in the UK, Exclusively at Carphone Warehouse
by Ionut Arghire, August 2nd, 2014
The handset was put up for sale in three color versions: Black, Purple, and White
Mobile World
Mobile OS
Android 4.4.4 KitKat Rollout for Motorola Moto X Almost Complete in India
The company skipped Android 4.4.3 KitKat for this update
by Cosmin Vasile, August 2nd, 2014
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Moto X+1 to Offer 4K Video Recording – Report
Android 4.4.4 KitKat Now Rolling Out to Verizon’s Moto X
Mobile World
Dual-SIM Fly ERA Windows Phone 8.1 Handset Coming Soon to Russia for Just $112 (€84)
This seems to be the cheapest Windows Phone device on the market
by Cosmin Vasile, August 2nd, 2014
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Microsoft Confirms Windows Phone 8.1 Update Rolls Out in Early July
Windows Phone 8.1 Now Available for Download, but Not for Everyone [Updated]
Games
Ubisoft: Ancel Is Still Actively Working on Beyond Good & Evil 2
The developer is also involved with a new indie studio
by Andrei Dumitrescu, August 2nd, 2014
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Michel Ancel, Beyond Good & Evil Creator, Launches New Studio Wild Sheep with Secret Project
Assassin's Creed Unity Protagonist Arno Dorian Gets Profiled
Green/Eco Blog
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Rare Asiatic Black Bear Caught on Camera in Vietnam
The bear was photographed by camera traps installed by green group WWF
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
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Baby Lemur Makes Its Debut at Zoo in the UK
Arturo, the Polar Bear, Might Just Be the World's Saddest Animal
Mobile World
Moto G Helps Motorola Take Nokia’s Position as Fourth Smartphone Maker in India
The smartphone registered strong sales in the second quarter of the year
by Ionut Arghire, August 2nd, 2014
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Samsung Galaxy S5 Receives Software Updates at Verizon and T-Mobile
Nokia Apparently Planning New Android Products
Electric Buses Are Now Being Trialed in London, UK
by Laura Sinpetru, August 2nd, 2014
All in all, the city of London is now home to six operational electric buses
Green/Eco Blog
Mobile World
eSense Q47 with Windows Phone 8.1 Is Sleeker than iPhone 5s, Costs Only $110 (€82)
The cheap smartphone has been recently shown in China
by Cosmin Vasile, August 2nd, 2014
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Windows Phone 8.1 Update Shows Up on Microsoft’s History Page, Launch Is Imminent
Windows Phone 8.1 Now Available for Download, but Not for Everyone [Updated]
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