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In Depth: The past, present and future of smartphone batteries
The science of batteries If you own a smartphone – and if you’re reading this then chances are you do – then you’ll be all too aware of the nightly ritual of plugging in your mobile to charge it ready for the morning. Few of today’s top models can last more than a full day of steady use, with current lithium-ion technology struggling to keep pace with the growth in
Fed still seen in lift-off mode as Yellen takes center stage
The U.S. Federal Reserve is likely to stick with plans to raise interest rates later this year, with progress towards its employment and inflation goals helping allay concerns over the economy’s recent weakness, current and former Fed officials say.
In a quiet stock market, whispers of an M&A wave
With the indexes drifting at the top of its range, the stocks making new all-time highs suggest the market is sniffing out a continued deal boom.
Wal-Mart U.S. asks meat suppliers to reduce antibiotic use
Wal-Mart Stores Inc said its U.S. units were asking meat suppliers to reduce the use of antibiotics in animals, joining the list of U.S. companies that have responded to consumer and government concerns over the excess use of drugs in livestock. Walmart U.S. and Sam’s Club U.S. will also ask suppliers to provide annual reports on antibiotics management and animal welfare, the world’s largest retailer said on Friday. Public health
Wal-Mart U.S. asks meat suppliers to reduce antibiotic use
Wal-Mart Stores Inc said its U.S. units were asking meat suppliers to reduce the use of antibiotics in animals, joining the list of U.S. companies that have responded to consumer and government concerns over the excess use of drugs in livestock. Walmart U.S. and Sam’s Club U.S. will also ask suppliers to provide annual reports on antibiotics management and animal welfare, the world’s largest retailer said on Friday. Public health
2015 Celebrity Weddings Tournament—Find Out Which Star Couple Won!
Sorry Jennifer Aniston and Justin Theroux devotees, because the couple this week’s voters are most excited to see get hitched is…Ashton Kutcher and Mila Kunis! That’s right,…
Who even needs ads anymore? More companies go direct
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J.K. Rowling Says Her "Reputation Has Been Restored" After Daily Mail Apology, Wins New Legal Battle
J.K. Rowling feels “fully vindicated” and says her “reputation has been restored” after the U.K. newspaper The Daily Mail’s apology to her over an article about her time…
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