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Decline in Malarial Deaths, Says Study

Decline in Malarial Deaths, Says Study

As per a study that appeared in the journal Lancet has revealed that there has been a decline in the number of malarial death across the globe between 2004 and 2010. A group of US researchers also revealed that malarial deaths were double than the expected number of the World Health Organization.

Strength-Focused Programs Could Make Cancer Survivors Feel Better

Strength-Focused Programs Could Make Cancer Survivors Feel Better

There is no doubt that a regular exercise is a must for ahealth living, but little was known that community-based exercise for those who have battled out cancer could do a lot to improve the quality of life. It was found after a team of examined the result of a 12-week “Exercise and Thrive” program on 221 cancer survivors.

Prostate Cancer Risk May Increase from Omega-3 Acids

Prostate Cancer Risk May Increase from Omega-3 Acids

There have been many studies that have shown that omega-3 fatty acids, like those found in fish oil, are beneficial to the heart. But according to a study, it may not be the same for men’s prostrates.

Oncothyreon Shares Sink due to Suspension of Study on Stimuvax

Oncothyreon Shares Sink due to Suspension of Study on Stimuvax

In Tuesday's trading, shares of Oncothyreon Inc., that created big pace last year following the launch of a phase III experiment of a budding cancer vaccine, Stimuvax, plunged 120% to $2.09.

Kwedit raises $3.3 million in a Maveron-led second funding round

 Maveron

A Maveron-led second funding round of $3.3 million has recently been raised by Kwedit - the new, ground-breaking 'alternate payment product,' which is akin to a credit system, for purchasing social games and other 'virtual' goods.

“Bachelor” Star Jason and Molly

“Bachelor” Star Jason and Molly

People Magazine reported that “Bachelor” star, Jason Mesnick and former contestant, Molly Malaney have decided to be together. The ceremony and reception will be covered in a two-hour TV special, “The Bachelor: Jason and Molly’s Wedding”, which will go on air Monday, March 8, on ABC.

Seattle team wins $900,000 in the NASA-sponsored ‘Space Elevator Games’ contest!

Space Elevator Games

After a gap of three years, the NASA-sponsored 'Space Elevator Games' competition - for developing the science fiction space elevator concept - has a winner this year! The $900,000 prize was won by the Seattle-based LaserMotive team for its laser-powered robotic machine that raced up over 900 meters of cable hanging from a helicopter.

Amazon stops selling US-specific Sprint-powered Kindle

Amazon

In what can be seen as Amazon's response to Barnes & Noble's recently-announced $259-priced 'Nook' e-reader, the Kindle-maker has slashed $20 off its new $279 international version of the e-reader; and is issuing $20 rebates to those who have already paid $279 for the device.

Judge rules against Autodesk in software resale case

Judge rules against Autodesk in software resale case

People apprehensive about used-book and CD stores becoming obsolete have a reason to cheer, as a Seattle judge ruled against Autodesk in resale case; thereby favoring the plaintiff, Timothy Vernor, who argued that he had right to sell second-hand software!

Amazon to pay $150,000 to settle Kindle lawsuits

Amazon

A number of news site Thursday carried reports of Amazon's decision to pay $150,000 to settle two lawsuits pertaining to its July removal of George Orwell's novels "1984" and "Animal Farm" from its Kindle e-reader.

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