Slicer tagged as listeria source

" TORONTO — Bacteria embedded deep inside slicing equipment at Maple Leaf Foods (TSX:MFI) may be to blame for the deadly listeriosis outbreak that caused 13 deaths, CEO Michael McCain said Friday night at a hastily-scheduled news conference. An investigation has...

Obama sticks to the facts except when he streches them.

Under development From that ever vigilant site factcheck, come some interesting slap downs on spin."We checked the accuracy of Obama's speech accepting the Democratic nomination, and noted the following: Obama said he could “pay for every dime” of his spending and tax...

Lander grabs Mars water, will see if it's life-supporting

"(CNN) -- The Phoenix lander got its robotic arm onto a sample of water ice from Mars' surface and popped the ice into tiny, onboard "ovens" that will help determine if the water could support life, NASA researchers said Thursday. ...

Savings windfall for firm that moved from Microsoft Outlook to Gmail

"Taylor Woodrow, a UK-based construction company, has switched its 1,800 employees' e-mail from Microsoft Outlook to enterprise Gmail. The company is also beginning to use other components of Google Apps, the suite of Web-based applications that includes, in addition to...

Overheating Computers? IBM Plans to Ice Them Down

Is your computer roaring like a 747 taking off? Does your computer overheat?Chances are, it does, and even more frequently than you know. IBM  has developed a prototype that uses cold water to cool your chips."A...

Discovery Ready For Takeoff

All systems are go"Space Shuttle Discoveryhas entered the final phase before the May 31 launch, with technicians workingon the “finishing touches” at NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. There have been noissues reported so far, and the final countdown for the Sunday launch...

FBI investigates bogus China computer parts worth $3.5M

Investigators fear counterfeit computer parts from China may leave government systems vulnerable to hackers."WASHINGTON (Reuters) - The FBI on Friday said an investigation into the sale of counterfeit Chinese...

Windows XP Tiny Edition

For some of you, this may be a kind of new thing to play with, or maybe you have tried it before. Windows XP Tiny is built by carefully and unofficially removing useless components that come installed together with...

IAC expands its global footprint with Mahindra & Mahindra contracts

"International Automotive Components Group (IAC) today announced that it has been awarded two new contracts to supply instrument panels to a future Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) utility vehicle and a Mahindra International Ltd. (MIL) medium heavy-duty truck...

Investing in your future

"THE biggest employer in Corby, UK,  has pledged to invest in its future workforce as it celebrates its 70th anniversary this weekend. The general manager of leading UK industrial supplier RS Components has said the company is committed to forming links with schools and...

Embraer Begins Modernization of 53 Brazilian Air Force AMX Jets

The problem of challenging the military in Brazil, is the price to pay if you do. Lula start to learn how expensive it can be.  "Embraer Begins Modernization of 53 Brazilian Air Force AMX Jets Friday August...

Paper battery offers future power

"Flexible paper batteries could meet the energy demands of the next generation of gadgets, says a team of researchers. They have produced a sample slightly larger than a postage stamp that can release about 2.3 volts, enough to illuminate a small light. But the ambition is to...

Gazebos, Sunrooms

"Three-Season Gazebos Enjoy a solitary interlude or a pleasant evening with friends and family beneath the cedar shake roof of your new three-season gazebo and create dreams and memories in your own backyard. Low profile double sliding windows and double doors offer 360°...

Gazebos and Sunrooms

"Traditional Gazebos & Pavilions Celebrate the natural beauty of your back yard by adding a Garden Getaway Gazebo. In 12', 14' and 16' styles, traditional gazebos are available in a variety of stained or painted...

'$100 laptop' production begins

"Five years after the concept was first proposed, the so-called $100 laptop is poised to go into mass production. Hardware suppliers have been given the green light to ramp-up production of all of the components needed to build millions of the low-cost machines. Previously,...

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