Soyuz TMA-17M lifts off successfully for International Space Station
Astronauts KJell Lindgren, Kimiya Yui and Oleg Kononenko lift off via Soyuz TMA-17M from Baikonur Cosmodrome in Kazakhstan for a five-month mission to the International Space Station.
Jul 23, 2015 2:29 AM EDT
Mike Gatto and Senator Ted Gaines wrote an anti drone bill in California
Assemblyman Mike Gatto and Senator Ted Gaines authored SB 167 and SB 168 to punish drones visiting wildfire areas in California.
Back to the moon: NASA-funded study plans to return humans to the Moon
A study funded by NASA shows that human beings can step foot on the Moon a decade from now, and another decade, there will be a colony there. This is all thanks to the private-public cooperation between NASA and other private space companies.
Gold prices hit 5-year low
Gold prices drops in an all time low in five years. This could be attributed to the sudden selling of gold overnight in Shanghai and New York. Investors are backing away from gold after rumors of higher US interest rates.
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Greek banks reopen after three-week closure
Greek banks opened their doors for the first time in three weeks. Depositors can withdraw money, but restrictions remain.
Jul 20, 2015 10:29 PM EDT
Police tighten Tour de France security after British race leader claimed that a spectator threw urine at his face
French police added more security for Britain’s Team Sky after the race leader Chris Froome claimed that one of the spectators threw urine at his face in the 14th stage from Rodez to Mende Saturday.
Jul 20, 2015 9:10 AM EDT
Trump not apologizing for insult against McCain
Donald Trump stands his ground. The Republican presidential contender says he is not apologizing despite criticisms over his remarks against Sen. John McCain.
Jul 20, 2015 8:55 AM EDT
Mexico auctions oil blocks to increase production but failed to attract giant international companies
After 77 years of monopoly, the oil blocks in the Gulf of Mexico is on auction for foreign bidders, but only 2 out of the 14 blocks were successful, with ONGC losing out on their bids.
Jul 20, 2015 2:48 AM EDT
Buenos Aires raids whistleblower of bugs in election software; ISPs ordered to block several websites
A Buenos Aires judge has ordered a raid on the home of a local computer programmer after he reveals bugs in the software to be used for the city's mayoralty elections.
Jul 18, 2015 11:32 PM EDT
The FBI and DEA coordinates with Mexican Government to catch escaped drug kingpin 'El Chapo'
The US FBI and DEA has coordinated with the Mexican Government to recapture escaped drug kingpin Joaquin ”El Chapo” Guzman once and for all.
Jul 17, 2015 10:30 AM EDT
Night at the Greek Parliament: What happened during the voting on 3rd Greece bailout
The Greek parliament approved and passed the draconian Austerity bill amidst wide protests on Thursday. A total of 229 lawmakers had voted in favor of the austerity measures with 64 against and 6 refraining themselves from the vote.
Jul 17, 2015 10:13 AM EDT
China GDP grows by 7% beating Reuters 6.9% forecast
China’s gross domestic product grew by 7% this year, beating Reuters’ prediction of 6.9%. This also prompts questions in the accuracy of the reports.
Jul 16, 2015 10:34 AM EDT
Greece Votes "Yes" on Reforms to Possibly Receive Bailout
Greece’s parliament voted yes to the austerity measures in order for them to receive fresh bailout and the “Grexit” from the euro. Prime Minister Alexis Tsiparas’ Syriza party deflected from his leadership with the majority voting yes.
Jul 16, 2015 4:56 AM EDT
Gas up with a tap: Apple Pay will soon be accepted at 3,000 Chevron Gas Pumps
Chevron oil company recently announced it will be accepting Apple Pay on 3,000 Chevron gas pumps spread across the whole country.
Jul 15, 2015 11:01 PM EDT
European markets went up for the 3rd Greek bailout, eurozone loses its luster
European markets rejoice in the news of a Greek remedy courtesy of the 19 European leaders. Eurozone have managed to ease the turmoil but its reputation may have suffered with long-term effects.
Jul 15, 2015 10:26 PM EDT
FBI and international authorities arrest 60 hackers connected to secret online bazaar for cyber criminals
62 hackers allegedly running the secret criminal online forum has been arrested by the FBI and its counterparts in Europe, Brazil, and other countries.
Jul 15, 2015 8:38 AM EDT