Low-cost Linux computing has benefitted greatly from the Raspberry Pi Foundation, which has taken part in a crucial part of the revolution by introducing its original board in 2012. Back then, it cost only $35. Since 2012, the foundation lived up to its name by releasing a number of improved boards, from the Raspberry Pi B+ model last summer (for the same $35) to its newer versions, such as the … [Read more...]
Apple unveils iPad Air 2, iPad Mini 3, Mac Mini, a 27-inch iMac with Retina 5k Display and OS X Yosemite
Apple held its much-awaited media event yesterday during which it unveiled a three new devices and a new update to their OS X operating system. Today we’re going to take a quick look at what’s new from Apple, but keep in mind that we’re going to come back and discuss each product in detail in future articles. What’s New From Apple? During their October 16 Apple Media Event, Apple launched … [Read more...]
New Study Found Psoriasis Severity is Linked to High Blood Pressure Risk
A new study found that patients who have severe and moderate psoriasis have an increased risk of developing high blood pressure, when compared to people who don’t suffer from the dermatological condition. The study was published in the JAMA Dermatology and today we’re going to take a look at how psoriasis severity is linked to high blood pressure and what that entails. Psoriasis Severity is … [Read more...]
New Study Shows that Lung Cancer Can Lie Dormant for More than 20 Years
A new study, published in the medical journal Science, has revealed that lung cancer can lie dormant for more than 20 years, before waking up, growing and causing damage inside the body. Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer death inside the United States, which prompted the scientists at the Cancer Research UK to complete the study. The results of this study have shown that after the cancer … [Read more...]
17 Year-Old Teenager Denies Killing His Cousin
17-year old teenager, Angel Sanches, told Dallas police that he did not kill his young cousin, but that he was an accomplice. The little girl’s body was found hanging in the closet; a shirt was used for a rope. Sanches agreed to speak to detectives at the police headquarters in Dallas and he told them that he didn’t rape her, nor did he kill her. The young man faces a charge of capital murder if … [Read more...]
Ferguson Police to Start Using Body Cameras
The tragic events that have taken place in Ferguson, Missouri have sparked new discussions on subjects such as police tactics and the role of the media in reporting or instigating the public. The latest news has revealed that police officers in Ferguson have started wearing and using body cameras. Tom Jackson, Ferguson Police Chief, has revealed to the media that around 50 cameras were donated to … [Read more...]
Japan Confirms Dengue Fever Infections, the First Ones in 70 Years
Japanese health officials have confirmed the country’s first Dengue fever infections in 70 years. They said on Thursday that three young people have become infected with the Dengue fever virus and that they are thought to have contracted the disease after being bitten by infected mosquitos in Tokyo’s Yoyogi Park. The patients are: a man and a woman, both in their 20s and a teenage person. All … [Read more...]
Boston School Buses Fail to Show Up
Around a dozen Boston school buses did not show up or were late at their stops on Monday morning. This left hundreds of children and their parent panicked and not knowing how to deal with the situation. School officials tried hard to find alternative means of transportation, but did not manage to come up with a satisfactory solution. School officials released a statement in which they said … [Read more...]
Northern California Experiences Aftershocks after 6.0 Earthquake
The residents of northern California are experiencing aftershocks after the 6.0 earthquake hit the area on Sunday, causing damage, fires due to burst gas lines and injuring around 170 people. This earthquake has been the largest earthquake to hit the Bay Area ever since the Loma Prieta earthquake in 1989 which had the magnitude of 6.9. According to experts, aftershocks are to be experienced and … [Read more...]
The American Heart Association Delivers Massive Blow to E-Cigarettes
The American Heart Association has classified e-cigarettes the same as regular cigarettes, which will completely change how we view and market these electronic devices. The American Health Association is calling for strong new regulations to prevent the access of young people to them. The AHA has recommended a federal ban on electronic cigarettes for minors, calling for more research into the … [Read more...]
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