Some of technology’s best-known companies are betting there’s pent-up demand for on-demand books. Hewlett-Packard Co.,…
Month: October 2009
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Internet Advertising Appears To Begin Its Comeback
After bogging down in the recession, Internet advertising is regaining the momentum that has made…
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Ericsson profits drop 71.5 percent in 3rd quarter (AP)
AP – Wireless equipment maker LM Ericsson AB’s profits dropped 71.5 percent in the third…
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Childhood Risk Factors For Developing Substance Dependence
There is ample evidence for the genetic influence of alcohol dependence, and ongoing studies are…
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Nitrogen Mysteries In Urban Grasslands
Urban grasslands are an extremely common, but poorly studied ecosystem type. Many receive high rates…
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Lifestyle Changes Remain Important In Fighting Peripheral Arterial Disease
Modifying the risk of peripheral arterial disease (or PAD) — with healthy lifestyle changes —…
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Internet Fuels Virtual Subculture For Sex Trade, Study Finds
The Internet has spawned a virtual subculture of “johns” who share information electronically about prostitution,…
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Genetic ‘Co-dependence’ Exploited To Kill Treatment-resistant Tumor Cells
Cancer cells fueled by the mutant KRAS oncogene, which makes them notoriously difficult to treat,…
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Phytochemicals In Plant-based Foods Could Help Battle Obesity, Disease
The cheeseburger and French fries might look tempting, but eating a serving of broccoli or…
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With Windows 7 and new designs, PCs looking better (AP)
AP – Although no one waits in long lines for a new edition of Windows…