World’s first commercial space-craft unveils

aljazeera.net

Branson unveils civilian spacecraft

It’s one small step for billionaire businessman Richard Branson … and one giant leap for people who have always dreamed of travelling into space.

Virgin Galactic has unveiled the world’s first commercial space-craft.

But if you’re hoping for an economy class flight to the final frontier, you’re going to be disappointed. Tickets

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[ More ] December 9th, 2009 | No Comments | | Posted in Interesting World News, Technology News |

RealNetworks violates Google Adsense TOS?

When i launched the RealPlayer11GOLD setup exe, the realplayer setup shown me a google adsense ad unit embedded in to the setup program which i bet against the Google Adsense Terms of services (TOS).

Google TOS

Ad Placement

Publishers are encouraged to experiment with a variety of placements and ad formats. However, AdSense code may not be placed in inappropriate

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[ More ] November 26th, 2009 | No Comments | | Posted in Technology News |

Happy Eid al-Adha Best Buy Ad Sparks Debate



myfoxillinois.com

Happy Eid al-Adha Best Buy Ad Sparks Debate

Shoppers show support, displeasure with greeting

RICHFIELD, Minn. – A scanned version of the Best Buy Black Friday ad on BestBuy.com wishes Muslims a happy Eid al-Adha, which falls on the extended Thanksgiving weekend.

Since the ad was posted, a message board on BestBuy.com

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[ More ] November 26th, 2009 | No Comments | | Posted in Technology News |

Michelle Obama’s Google image search result controversy

Why Does google shows that first ?

Try it your self

mashable.com

Search for Michelle Obama’s name via Google’s image search and you’ll likely find an image that has been characterized as a racist caricature of the first lady of the US in the top results.

The image is offensive to many and while some are demanding it be removed,

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[ More ] November 25th, 2009 | No Comments | | Posted in Technology News |

Violent Elephant Control Gear

A Mumbai engineer’s “violent elephant control gear” will safeguard against beasts run amok

Elephant Control Can this device stop unhappy elephants in their tracks? Telegraph & Reuters/Sivaram (INDIA)
Popsi.com

The “Violent Elephant Control Gear” takes the form of a 16-pound box fitted to the rear leg of an elephant. A human controller can press a remote device button

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[ More ] November 25th, 2009 | 1 Comment | | Posted in Science, Environment & Nature news, Technology News |

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