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Archives for: January 2009

01/30/09

White phosphorous and DU: United Nations to probe weapons used in Gaza

02:57:21 pm, Categories: WORLD NEWS

Human rights groups and UN agencies have criticised suspected white phosphorus use in Gaza [Reuters]

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01/22/09

Bionic legs give soldiers a boost

04:13:43 pm, Categories: TECH NEWS

US researchers have developed strap-on robotic legs to allow people to carry heavy loads over long distances.

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Robo-skeleton lets paralysed walk

04:10:10 pm, Categories: TECH NEWS

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/health/7582240.stm
A robotic suit is helping people paralysed from the waist down do what was previously considered impossible - stand, walk and climb stairs.

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Japanese firms unveil 'robocop'

04:00:44 pm, Categories: TECH NEWS

Two Japanese companies have unveiled a security robot that can be commanded from a mobile phone to hurl a net that traps suspected intruders.

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01/15/09

Obama vs. Social Security (round one)

01:38:48 pm, Categories: US ECONOMY, WORLD ECONOMY

Obama should have remained mum … at least until the inauguration. He’s been successfully dodging questions and avoiding opinions on all matters for months now, but let one slip through at a recent press conference.

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