5/10/2010

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20GB In 1980 Vs. 32GB In 2010 [PIC]

photo: Ferrin Gallery We've heard nearly every possible angle on the Gulf disaster, from law makers to leaders, residents, and celebrities. The world is outraged over what has gone on in the Gulf over the past few months. But

Barely 20 hours after his epic first-round victory, John Isner was ousted in 75 minutes by Thiemo de Bakker of the Netherlands.

Toxic Oil Spill Rains Warned Could Destroy North America

Corexit 9500 molecules will be able to "phase transition" from their present liquid to a gaseous stat...

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Allen Kruse, 55, shot himself in the head after seeing the charter boat business he ran for 26 years ruined by the disaster.

Ronnie James Dio RIP

From lowered cancer risks to a sharper memory, more studies are showing
that coffee is good for you - but why?

What we can't afford, they tend to drive. Here are 10 cool cars and the A-list celebs that drive them.

Groundbreaking developments in science, space, technology, health, and the environment

Science trivia, games and quizzes that will challenge your brain

The book Secret Weapons: Defenses of Insects, Spiders, Scorpions and Other Many-Legged Creatures (Harvard University Press) explores a surprising range of cunning and sometimes deadly tactics used to ward off predators or get a meal. With permission of authors Thomas Eisner, Maria Eisner and Melody Siegler, presents a small sampling of the amazing defenses richly illustrated and expertly described in the book.

The world's oldest known example of a fig wasp has been identified
from the Isle of Wight. Dating back 34 million years, the fossil wasp looks
almost identical to the modern species, suggesting the specialized insect has
remained virtually unchanged for at least that long.

Scientists have revealed what may be the world's largest
dinosaur graveyard.

An escalation in the use of the relatively new Eisbock methodology of beer production over the last 12 months has seen man's favorite beverage sud...

During its 20-year run, “Law & Order” is believed to have spent as much as $1 billion or more, and provided jobs to about 4,000 people.

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The Shanghai 2010 World Expo opened this weekend, with an inspiring theme for urban planners: "Better City – Better Life". So what inspirational message about the future of cities did the United States bring to this world stage? Robert

Sponges that sop up oil, "superbugs" that devour crude, and high-efficiency chemical herders are among emerging tech for battling spills.

The stellar speed demon spied racing through the Tarantula Nebula may be a never before seen type of fugitive star, a new study says.

Here's an awesome, if startling, new perspective of the Deepwater Horizon oil spill. Because it's over the open Gulf, it's really...

TED Talks Accepting his 2005 TED Prize, photographer Edward Burtynsky makes a wish: that his images -- stunning landscapes that document humanity's impact on the world -- help persuade millions to join a global conversation on sustainability.

A new report reviews why, for sea species, bioluminescence can be a very healthy glow—and how so many creatures evolved it in so many ways.

Betty White hosted Saturday Night Live Last night, realizing the dreams of more than 500,000 Facebook users.

Browse thousands of pictures, videos and interactive maps of the top visitor attractions around the world!

News Analysis: Facebook might be the world's largest social network, but it also suffers from some privacy and security issues that should put users on alert. We take a look at 10 things those folks should remember about using Facebook and keeping themselves safe.

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