Firms warn staff of iPhone, iPad hacking
SYDNEY - Companies that let staff use iPhones and iPads for business have been warned that hackers could steal passwords from the device in just six minutes even if its lock is enabled. The hack, which could seriously compromise a corporation’s critical infrastructure, was uncovered by experts in Germany and allows attackers to break into ... Read the original article on Gaea Times at : Firms warn staff of iPhone, iPad hacking.
NASA astronaut hopes to stage 'out of this world' concert
LONDON - A NASA astronaut is hoping to stage a concert that is literally out of this world, and plans on doing it with the help of Irish band The Chieftains and British band Jethro Tull. Astronaut Catherine Coleman said she prefers to create music with other people, but unfortunately she is the only flautist among ... Read more >>>.
Devas welcomes probe into accord with ISRO
BANGALORE - Devas Multimedia Friday said it welcomed Prime Minister Manmohan Singh initiating a probe into its deal with the Indian space agency on allocation of high frequency airwaves, but cautioned against any “precipitate decision” before the investigation is completed. The company will cooperate in the fullest with these reviews, which it hopes ... Read more : Devas welcomes probe into accord with ISRO.
Swiss??tel Odessa, Ukraine: The First Five-Star Hotel of the International Hotel Chain on the Black Sea
Cross Reference: Picture is Available via EPA European Pressphoto Agency and Can be Downloaded Free of Charge at: https://www.presseportal.de/story.htx?firmaid= 82982 ZURICH, February 10, 2011 - Swiss??tel Hotels & Resorts is about to add another Eastern European deluxe hotel to its portfolio: Swiss??tel Odessa, expected to open in spring 2013. Swiss??tel Hotels & Resorts signed yesterday a management contract .... Source article on Gaea Times at : Swiss??tel Odessa, Ukraine: The First Five-Star Hotel of the International Hotel Chain on the Black Sea.
Three Maoists killed in Orissa gunfight
BHUBANESWAR - At least three Maoists were killed in a gunfight with police and security personnel in a forested area of Orissa Friday, police said. The rebels opened fired in the forest near Bisra in Sundergarh district, forcing police and other security personnel engaged in anti-Maoist operation to retaliate, Inspector General of Police (operation) Sanjeev .... Source article : Three Maoists killed in Orissa gunfight.
Awareness about kidney risks posed by diabetes 'very low'
WASHINGTON - According to a multi-cultural study, the first time that many patients realise that diabetes can affect their kidneys is when they are referred to renal services. UK researchers who spoke to 48 patients with diabetes attending specialist renal services in Leicester, ... Read more : Awareness about kidney risks posed by diabetes ‘very low’.
Australian education fair in Kolkata Feb 18
KOLKATA - Over 15 leading Australian universities and institutes will participate in an Education Fair Feb 18 to showcase academic programmes, scholarships and career opportunities in that country. The fair, part of the Australian Education Excellence Showcase 2011, will highlight opportunities to build a global career through an education in Australia. The universities and educational ... Read : Australian education fair in Kolkata Feb 18.
Couples all set for Valentine's Day getaways
MUMBAI - Valentines Day is just round the corner and what better way than heading out to some special place with your beloved to spend those special moments in quality exclusiveness. Thats what most couples have planned for this Feb 14. Since it is Monday, there is the added advantage of combining it to the ... Read this article on Gaea Times at : Couples all set for Valentine’s Day getaways.
HP TouchPad In Spotlight
SAN FRANCISCO (GaeaTimes.com)- HP the computer giant is joining the tablet bandwagon as is evident from its latest moves. The company which commands a large share of the global PC market recently unveiled TouchPad its contender in the fast growing tablet segment. The device is hogging attention now but the company has not said ... Read more >>.
Nat Geo Games Lost Chronicles - Salem
Reveal a wicked conspiracy in a startling journey through the eyes of a young girl. The year is 1692 and the town of Salem is embroiled in paranoia surrounding accusations of witchcraft. A young girl and her mother are making preparations to leave the chaos when a mob of townsmen strikes their home. The mother is [...]
Americans split over GOP efforts to repel Obama administration's health care law: Poll
WASHINGTON - Although most American voters are in support of the “old” health care system, a majority of them believe that opponents of President Obama’s historic 2010 health care law will fail to repeal it, a latest Fox News poll has found. By a 48-42 percent margin, more voters would rather go back to the health .... Original article : Americans split over GOP efforts to repel Obama administration’s health care law: Poll.
MarketsandMarkets: Global Anesthesia and Respiratory Devices Market Worth US$12.7 Billion by 2015
DALLAS, February 10, 2011 - According to a new market research report, "Global Anesthesia and Respiratory Devices Market (2010-2015)" published by MarketsandMarkets (www.marketsandmarkets.com), the total global anesthesia and respiratory devices market is expected to be worth US$12.7 billion by 2015, out of which GE Healthcare will account for nearly 12% of the total revenues. The global market is expected ... Read more »»».
Protect Bangladesh's oldest archaeological site: Court
DHAKA - The high court here has ordered enhanced security at Bangladeshs oldest archaeological site — dating back to 3rd century BC — where illegal digging is underway. Taking note of media reports, the court Thursday asked the secretary, Ministry of Culture, to report within 10 days whether a mosque in the vicinity can be ... Original article on : Protect Bangladesh’s oldest archaeological site: Court.
Outrage as Mubarak refuses to go, US steps up pressure (Fourth Lead)
CAIRO/WASHINGTON - Furious Egyptians Friday prepared to hold a huge pro-democracy demonstration Friday, a day after embattled Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak announced he would not be demitting office, prompting US President Barack Obama to reiterate that the aspirations of the people must be met. The protesters at downtown Cairo’s Tahrir Square were initially stunned and .... Source : Outrage as Mubarak refuses to go, US steps up pressure (Fourth Lead).
Fuel Tipped to Reach 143p Per Litre by December 2011
Drivers Resort to Novel Ways to Reduce Fuel Consumption as Petrol Costs Soar MANCHESTER, England, February 11, 2011 - Motorists predict that unleaded petrol will reach 143p per litre and diesel will top 146p per litre by the end of 2011 according to new research by webuyanycar.com - the UK's largest car buyer. 15% .... Source : Fuel Tipped to Reach 143p Per Litre by December 2011.
Controversial 'Kumbh' focusing on conversion begins in Madhya Pradesh
BHOPAL - A different kind of Mahakumbh began in Mandla in Madhya Pradesh Thursday. Unlike the rituals of bathing, devotional singing, and mass feeding of holy men and the poor held on the banks of the river at Mahakumbhs, this kumbh, initiated by the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, is focussing on conversion. This kumbh is more .... Source article : Controversial ‘Kumbh’ focusing on conversion begins in Madhya Pradesh.
Apple to launch smaller iPhone
SYDNEY - Apple is working on new versions of the iPhone that will be cheaper and smaller than the most recent ones, a media report said Friday. The move is aimed at slowing the advance of competing handsets based on Google’s Android software, according to people who have been briefed on the plans. ... Original source on Gaea Times at : Apple to launch smaller iPhone.
Waqar Younis eyes redemption for Pak cricket by winning World Cup
LAHORE - Pakistan cricket coach Waqar Younis believes that his team’s victory in the ICC World Cup 2011 will lead to the return of international cricket to the country and also redeem Pakistan’s image in the cricket world. “In the last two years, our isolation as a international cricket venue and the spot-fixing controversies have badly .... Source : Gaea News Network.
Germany Welcomes ETX Capital
LONDON, February 10, 2011 - ETX Capital, a leading CFD provider in the UK, is continuing its European expansion by unveiling a new CFD trading platform and website in Germany - www.etxcapital.de ETX Capital is delighted to offer its growing German client-base access to a wide range of markets and trading tools together with .... Source article on Gaea Times at : Germany Welcomes ETX Capital.