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Peter Madsen and Kristian von Bengtson

Aerospace

Danish duo plans launch of 'budget space rocket'

Two Danish entrepreneurs are planning to launch a nine-meter high space rocket from a platform in the Baltic Sea on Saturday. They hope it will eventually pave the way for manned space flight in micro-sized spacecraft. »

 
 
Christoph Koch

Literature

Contemplating digital fasting: How much Internet is too much?

A new book published this summer in Germany describes the merits of staying offline, detailing what scientists are only now beginning to understand from a neurophysiological perspective. »

 
 
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Consumer Electronics

From 3D to i-Dos: 2010 IFA trends

2010 is set to be a record year for the 50th IFA show, the top trade event for consumer electronics and appliances. Deutsche Welle previews what's new in the world of TVs, speakers, and even washing machines.  »

 
 
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Lifestyle

A decade on, geocaching still sends people on digital treasure hunts

Geocaching has people all over the world scouring the woods for something whose exact location they already know. But even after 10 years, the activity's popularity isn't letting up. »

 
 
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Africa

East African Internet cable expected to lower prices

New submarine cable is bringing high speed Internet access to East Africa. One month after its launch, there is some evidence of prices dropping, analysts say, but that will likely take years to fully take effect. »

 
 
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Medicine

Real-time MRI now possible, Goettingen researchers say

German scientists have developed a new MRI technique that allows doctors and researchers a detailed look at the beat of your heart. »

 
 

Mobile Phones

Blocked service

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BlackBerry bans

Saudi Arabia is the latest in a growing list of countries to no longer allow BlackBerry services.»

 
 

Security

a mobile phone mast

How safe is your phone?

By mimicking cell phone towers, hackers can listen on calls, but the industry isn't worried.»

 
 

Consumer Affairs

Multiple chargers

One for all

A standard phone charger for all smartphones could arrive as soon as January.»

 
 
 
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European Union

Tech companies lobby Brussels for data harmonization rules

Microsoft, Google and others want the EU to pass a law that would create a single standard for data retention, much in the same way that there is a single standard for analog goods and services. »

 
 
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