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Scientists genetically modified mosquitoes to be malaria-resistant

Scientists at the University of California created mutant mosquitoes that are resistant to malaria, impairing their ability to transmit the disease to humans. The breakthrough, using gene-editing technology, may help eliminate the disease.

The painting that provides free flying anywhere

Billionaire Liu Yiqian Buys $170 Million Painting: 'Reclining Nude' allows him to fly first class for free

A $170 million purchase for Modigliani painting can provide Chinese billionaire Liu Yiqian free flying anywhere in the world in first class with his whole family, as he uses his AmEx card for the purchase.

Walmart to begin Cyber Monday sales drive

As part of boosting sales volume, Walmart has announced Cyber Monday beginning early from 8pm on Sunday. Walmart has also organizing Cyber Week during 28 November-4 December. The US retail major is offering discounts and free shipping to shoppers.

UK’s £1-bn fund on eradication of malaria, other infectious diseases

UK allots £1B fund for the eradication of malaria, other infectious diseases

The UK government will be spending £1 billion for the eradication of malaria and other infectious diseases. To fight against these dangerous diseases, the UK government is setting up a £1-billion fund to be spent over the next five years. The UK is working on this ambitious project in partnership with Bill and Melinda Gates.

7 Preventive Ways from Being a Tax Scam Victim

Tax-related identity theft occurs when someone's social security number is stolen. The thief then gains access to the client's personal data information and financial data. There are few recommendations to prevent oneself from falling victim to such cases.

David, Victoria Beckham buying country's most expensive home for $57mn

The most popular couple David and Victoria Beckham are reportedly buying an estate home for $57 million. The estate is located in The Cotswolds in south central England and considered to be most expensive estate house in the country. The estate house was built in 1865 and is categorized as cultural heritage as it falls under Grade-II listed building.

Clue, the health app that authorizes women

Clue is an app that tracks menstrual cycle and gives power to women

The health app Clue has been the world's fastest growing period tracker. The app now has 2 million users in over 180 countries.

Dinosaur Gardens Prehistoric Zoo in Ossineke, Michigan

Paul Domke became inspired in creating statues of dinosaurs in the garden. And now, the zoo is gaining popularity for its unique combination of dinosaurs, cavemen, and Christianity.

Take A Peak At Kilmacurragh House Ruin in Kilmacurragh, Ireland

Kilmacurragh House, built in the 17th century is a famous historical place in Dublin that must be visited by travelers.

'Black Friday' Launches Holiday Shopping Season

How To Find Cheapest Flight this Black Friday; Lowest Vacation Packages, Hotels And More

Travelers planning to tour on Black Friday must always monitor the airfare pricesto get the best flight deals.

Detroit Hosts Annual North American International Auto Show

Top Hotels Perfect for Car Enthusiasts Travelers

Hotels in North America offers drive-a-car package expereince.Here are the best hotels that offers great auto package experience.

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Feel anxious? Have trouble sleeping? You may be traveling for business too often

People who travel for business two weeks or more a month report more symptoms of anxiety and depression and are more likely to smoke, be sedentary and report trouble sleeping than those who travel one to six nights a month, according to a latest study conducted by researchers at Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health and City University of New York.

Trump declares emergency on southern border

President Trump said Friday he is declaring a national emergency on the southern border, tapping into executive powers in a bid to divert billions toward construction of a wall even as he plans to sign a funding package that includes just $1.4 billion for border security.

Mix Reactions over Amazon Retreat on Long Island City

Amazon's decision to abandon plans to build a new campus in Long Island City, Queens, has drawn cheers from several politicians, community organizers and other locals opposed to the expansion.

Wall Street heavyweights on Cortez's proposed 70% super-rich tax

One of the hottest topics at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland has been Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez's proposed 70% marginal tax rate on all income above $10 million.

Does the presence of colleges and hospitals increase home prices?

Whether the presence of a college or hospital increases a home's value has to do with the institution's size and the ZIP code's population, says a new study by computer scientists at the University of California, Riverside.

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The 2008 recession associated with greater decline in mortality in Europe

In recent decades, Europe has experienced a downward trend in the annual number of deaths. Not only was this trend not arrested by the economic recession that started in 2008, in fact, the rate of decline increased during the recession years.

'Unclonable' tag combats counterfeiters

Discovering that your new designer handbag or gold watch is a fake is costly and annoying, and counterfeit medical devices or drugs could have even more serious consequences. But seemingly as soon as manufacturers develop a new method to ensure product authenticity, counterfeiters find a way to outsmart it. Now, researchers have created an "unclonable" tag that can never be replicated, even by the manufacturer. They report their results in ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces.

When the insurance company monitors your driving in real time does it help?

The traditional model for setting auto insurance premiums has been to base rates on the motorist's driving history, age, gender and even marital status (in some states). Thanks to new technological options, insurance companies, and motorists have started to work together to give the insurance companies access to better data on an individual driver's risk level, and give the same driver a sense of greater control over how much he or she will pay in insurance premiums.

Can machine learning deliver critical market insight on consumer needs faster and cheaper?

Consumer brands have long used old-fashioned focus groups, interviews and surveys to best gauge consumer wants, desires and needs as part of processes that range from product development, to marketing and sales. As machine learning and artificial intelligence (AI) have emerged, there is an increasing interest in the ability to harness these solutions to save time and money, and to yield more reliable consumer insights.