Technology, Mobiles tabs, 7th Nov 2018, News & Stories from India

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The patent filings refer to two smartphones, both of which have full-screen displays that are edge-to-edge. (Image: 9to5Google)

LG files patent to put camera under the display

Recent patents filed by LG point to a smartphone with an edge-to-edge display devoid of bezels and a camera under the display.

07 Nov 2018 2:42 PM

Priyanka Chopra, Parineeti Chopra, Sophie Turner and others at PeeCee's Bachelorette Party.

Priyanka Chopra’s pyjama bachelorette party was 'you'll never guess' epic

Last month, the 'Baywatch' star's bridesmaids Mubina Rattonsey and Anjula Achari hosted a bridal shower for her.

07 Nov 2018 2:25 PM

The T2 restricts the boot process quite a bit and verifies each step of the process using crypto keys signed by Apple.

Linux could be banned on Apple’s new Macs

Apple explains that there is currently no trust provided for the Microsoft Corporation UEFI CA 2011.

07 Nov 2018 2:23 PM

As a goodwill gesture, the BSF and Pakistani Rangers exchange pleasantries with each other every year on the national and religious festivals of the two countries, like Republic Day, Independence Day, Eid and Diwali, despite cross-border tensions. (Photo: ANI)

India, Pakistan troops exchange Diwali sweets at Wagah Border

Earlier, the two sides had exchanged sweets on the occasion of Eid al-Adha and India's 72nd Independence Day.

07 Nov 2018 2:13 PM

Representational Image. (Photo: Pixabay)

Insufficient antibiotics available for cystic fibrosis patients: Study

Cystic fibrosis affects about 70,000 people worldwide.

07 Nov 2018 2:04 PM

Women who give birth to boys more likely to suffer from depression

Here is what a new study has found.

07 Nov 2018 1:51 PM

Can an update to the AirPods be just around the corner?

Apple AirPods 2 could launch in the near future

The second-generation Apple AirPods have been listed on a Bluetooth Special Interest Group’s regulatory database.

07 Nov 2018 1:50 PM

Jayasuriya says majority of parliamentarians view the change in PM as unconstitutional and in a letter to diplomats and foreign missions, said some of them were offered bribes and ministerial jobs to support the new government. (Photo: File)

Sri Lanka has suffered 'coup without guns', says Speaker Karu Jayasuriya

The entire matter was pre-planned and the events can only be described as a coup, albeit one without the use of tanks and guns, he said.

07 Nov 2018 1:26 PM

Due to the unavailability of proper roads, the election officials will be reaching the booth a day before the voting. (Photo: ANI)

In Chhattisgarh village with only 4 voters, EC to set up polling booth

In Sherandandh village of Bharatpur-Sonhat Assembly constituency, there are only 4 voters, out of which 3 are from same family.

07 Nov 2018 12:57 PM

While HCC is relatively rare, its mortality rates have accelerated faster than those of any other cancer.

Aspirin may cut liver cancer risk, says study

Regular use of aspirin led to significantly lower risk of developing HCC.

07 Nov 2018 12:52 PM

A spokesman said NASA officials hope the tests will produce data that can be used by the agency when testing the X-59 low boom flight demonstrator.

NASA conducts quiet sonic boom tests near Texas Gulf Coast

NASA launched a two-week research project Monday on quiet supersonic research flights near Galveston.

07 Nov 2018 12:46 PM

The overall air quality index was recorded at 268 which falls in 'poor' category, according to data by the Central Pollution Control Board. (Representational image | AFP)

Delhi wakes up to hazy Diwali morning, air quality remains 'poor'

Delhi's air quality is expected to deteriorate to 'severe plus emergency' category after Diwali, SAFAR said.

07 Nov 2018 12:45 PM

Facebook has become a means for those seeking to spread hate and cause harm, and posts have been linked to offline violence. (Photo: AP)

Facebook admits not doing enough to prevent Myanmar violence

The company "can and should do more" to protect human rights and ensure it isn't used to foment division and spread offline violence.

07 Nov 2018 12:37 PM

Heitor also announced the 50 million euro (USD 57 million) joint project with China, to be funded in equal parts by the two countries and envisaging a laboratory in Portugal next year. (Representational Image)

Portugal to build satellite launch pad, lab with China

The micro satellites to be designed there will connect with land- and ocean-based sensors to collect data.

07 Nov 2018 12:23 PM

Rashida Tlaib and Ilhan Omar are first Muslim women elected to the US Congress (Photo: File | AP)

In a first, 2 Muslim women elected to US Congress

Both Ilhan Omar and Rashida Tlaib are Democrats from Midwest and outspoken advocates of minority communities.

07 Nov 2018 12:18 PM

Specialists estimate that around 70 percent of bacteria that can cause infection are already resistant to at least one antibiotic that is commonly used to treat them. (Photo: AFP)

Drug resistant superbugs are killing 33,000 in Europe each year

Analysis by European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) found impact of drug-resistant infections had increased since 2007.

07 Nov 2018 11:49 AM

Gates’ foundation has committed roughly USD 200 million to the toilet project and expects to spend the same amount again before the toilets are viable for wide-scale distribution.

Bill Gates, on China trip, lauds free trade - and futuristic toilets

Gates’ trip comes amid trade tension between China and the United States, the world’s two largest economies.

07 Nov 2018 11:48 AM

Mining giant BHP, which owns the four-locomotive train, decided to derail before it reached the town of Port Hedland near its Western Australia Pilbara site, and flicked the points. (Photo: AFP)

Runaway mining train travels 90 kilometres without driver in Australia

The 268-wagon train began its solo journey when the driver got down to carry out inspection, and was soon moving at up to 110 km per hour.

07 Nov 2018 11:47 AM

'We can think of changing the name at an appropriate time,' Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister Nitin Patel said. (Photo: Twitter | ANI)

‘Willing to change Ahmedabad’s name to Karnavati’, says Gujarat govt

Gujarat Deputy CM said BJP govt was willing to change Ahmedabad's name if it gets past legal hurdles and receives required support.

07 Nov 2018 11:36 AM

Britain’s Information Commissioner has been investigating how Facebook handled personal data after consultancy Cambridge Analytica was accused of improperly harvesting information from around 87 million users on the social network. (Photo: AP)

UK data watchdog chief says Facebook must change, calls for more regulation

Facebook needs to change, significantly change, their business model and their practices to maintain trust.

07 Nov 2018 11:30 AM

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