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Nearly two million subscribers online in NZ
The latest figures from Statistics New Zealand show 1.5 million subscribers are now hooked up to the internet and most have broadband. " Broadband subscriptions have increased 10.7 per cent in the six months to March 2008, to reach 891,000. Subscribers with analog...
Britain goes slow as trains, planes and ships cut fuel costs
Even jet planes are slowing down to save fuel - well really to save 'fuel costs' which is perhaps slightly different - an economic rather than environmental decision. If that's what it takes to save the planet... Earth 'not at risk' from collider
Well, that's one less thing to worry about. If we did disappear down a black hole, it would probably be over pretty quickly anyway."Earth 'not at risk' from collider ...Blogging--It's Good for You
"Self-medication may be the reason the blogosphere has taken off. Scientists (and writers) have long known about the therapeutic benefits of writing about personal experiences, thoughts and feelings. But besides serving as a stress-coping mechanism, expressive writing...Virgin Throttles Its UK Cable Network
Virgin is now throttling bandwidth on high-volume users, effective immediately. "Virgin Media has quietly rolled out bandwidth throttling nationwide, after successful technical trials in the North West, which the ISP says means a group of heavy users will sacrifice high...
created by Jordan Yerman | 1 year ago | updated 1 year ago
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273 views | 7 recommendations | 2 comments
NDP to introduce 'net neutrality' private member's bill
Congratulations to the NDP for understanding the importance of net neutrality in Canada. One has to wonder what possible motivation the Liberals and Conservatives have for opposing something that is so... Skydiver's world record attempt postponed
Fournier's project manager would not give the media any specific reason(s) why the jump was postponed. " The capsule was taken back into a hangar late Monday morning after the attempt was called off, The...Broadband improvements to be explored
"A new advisory group has been set up to look at how Ireland's broadband infrastructure can be improved in the coming years. The International Advisory Forum on Next Generation Broadband Networks will look at how Ireland can get faster broadband speeds at lower costs. The... Ecuador Volcano Poised for Major Eruption, May Be Within Days
"QUITO, Ecuador — Ecuador's Tungurahua volcano is poised for a major eruption, a volcanologist said Wednesday. Authorities last week evacuated 10 villages from its western slopes as a precaution. Patricia... Buses on Shoulders Program
" In March 2007, buses started running on the shoulders of the Don Shula and Snapper Creek expressways as part of an initiative to bypass traffic congestion. According to Miami Dade transit authorities this...
created by scaramouche | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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360 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
In the Blink of a Hurricane's Eye
"Meteorologists' jaws dropped as Hurricane Humberto slammed the Texas shore early morning September 13, 2007. At first just a nameless tropical depression, the storm marshaled 85 mph winds and heavy rains in the...Car carrying four men speeds past Customs entry in Port Angeles
"Car carrying four men speeds past Customs entry in Port Angeles Peninsula Daily News PORT ANGELES - A car carrying four men reportedly sped through the U.S. Customs port of entry off the ferry from Victoria on Wednesday night. The Port Angeles Police Department received a...A motorcycle that's fast, silent and green
Motorcycles are cool. So is emission-free fuel. An electric bike: extra-cool! This bad (little) boy is the equivalent to a 250cc motorcycle in terms of power, so it'll do the commute but will not compete with the Ducati Monsters or KTM Dukes of this world, at least not yet....11-Year-Old Girl Leads Cops on DUI Car Chase
After a high-speed car chase culminating in an airborne flip, Alabama police officers have arrested an eleven-year-old girl for a laundry list of traffic- and alcohol-related offenses."Assistant Police Chief Greg...
created by Jordan Yerman | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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1666 views | 0 recommendations | 0 comments
F1 Shows Up In Full Force At INDY (UPDATED) :: MAXINE
"The premiere open-wheel racing series comes to Indianapolis Motor Speedway this weekend.
Last year there was a dispute and about only half of the drivers showed up to participate in the race … leaving it...
created by Edmund Jenks | 2 years ago | updated 2 years ago
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