Monthly Archives: July 2009
Microsoft, Yahoo to enter web search deal to face Google
BEIJING, July 29 — Microsoft Corp. and Yahoo Inc. are about to announce a search and online advertising deal, according to sources quoted by media Wednesday. About 15 months after Microsoft’s unsuccessful bid to buy Yahoo, the two companies successfully … Continue reading
Texting while driving increases crash risk by 20 times
BEIJING, July 29 — Texting messages on cell phones while driving increases the chances of crashing by 20 times, according to a new study released on Tuesday. The study, conducted by the Virginia Tech Transportation Institute in the U.S., concluded … Continue reading
WHO: A/H1N1 flu spreads to most remote parts of the world
BEIJING, July 28 — According to the latest World Health Organization (WHO) figures, the A/H1N1 influenza has spread to the most remote parts of the world including Pacific, Caribbean and Indian Ocean islands. More than 20 countries and overseas territories … Continue reading
Divorce impairs health even after remarriage: study
BEIJING, July 28 — Even after remarriage divorce can cause great damage to one’s health, according to a new study released by agencies. The study shows that divorce or death of a spouse can bring about an immediate and long-lasting … Continue reading
Space shuttle Endeavour’s 6th launch scheduled on Wednesday
BEIJING, July 15 — NASA plans to try the sixth time early Wednesday evening to launch space shuttle Endeavour with seven astronauts on board, media reports said. NASA has cancelled the launch of Endeavour for the fifth time Monday due to … Continue reading
Fans gather at O2 arena where Jackson was to perform
BEIJING, July 14 — Michael Jackson fans on Monday gathered to pay tribute to the star outside London’s O2 Arena, where he was to have started his 50 concerts. About 600 people went to O2 Arena, adding messages to a … Continue reading