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Oscar Mayer Bacon Device's Scent and Rooster Sound Wake People Up in the Morning
Bacon aromas are being used to help people wake up in the morning. Bacon is being used for a lot more than just regular consumption. Oscar Mayer Institute for the Advancement of Bacon's new technology lifts people from their sleep to the smell of bacon a press release reported Wednesday.
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NASA Discovers 715 New Planets in Our Galaxy with Kepler Telescope
NASA announced on Feb.25 the discovery of 715 planets, including four planets more than twice the size of Earth, with the help of NASA’s Kepler telescope. The discovery increases the amount of known planets in our galaxy to 1,700.
DC Votes to Decriminalize Small Amounts of Marijuana for Personal Use
The District of Columbia City Council voted on Tuesday in favor of decriminalizing possession of small amounts of marijuana for personal use. Mayor Vincent Gray is expected to sign the bill into law.
Bluetooth Ring Controls Tech: Logbar Reveals Smart Jewelry for Accessing Apps
Logbar Inc. announced it will begin production of the new Bluetooth device called Ring. Ring features Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) connectivity and allows the wearer to control mobile devices and home appliances.
Chrysler Decides to Keep Car Plants without Government Aid
Chrysler Group LLC announced on Tuesday it will continue the development of two assembly plants in Ontario after withdrawing its request for government aid. Chrysler currently builds minivans at its plant in Windsor, and big vehicles in its Brampton plant.
Los Angeles Supports Ban on E-Cigarettes in Night Clubs, Restaurants and Bars
The Los Angeles City Council approved of a new ban on electronic cigarettes, commonly referred to as “vaping” on Tuesday. The ban would prevent the use of e-cigarettes in night clubs, restaurants, bars and other public places in the city.
Apple Goes on Hiring Spree in Asia to Speed Up Production
Apple Inc. is hiring new engineers and supply-chain managers in China and Taiwan in order to speed up the release of new products.
Duke Energy Coal Ash Spill in North Carolina Finally Ruled as Violating Laws
State regulators in North Carolina announced on Friday they have cited Duke Energy Corp. for violating pollution laws after a massive coal ash spill last month.
Facebook Announces New Policies to Regulate Posts about Firearms Sales
Facebook said that it is concerned over posts violating laws related to firearm sales and announced policies to regulate such posts.
Burger King Kid's Meals Become Healthier With New Satisfries Addiiton
Satisfries are now in Burger King kid's meals. Children Burger King customers can now eat healthier Satisfries at the franchise restaurant chain after the company made them available for kids meals USA Today reported Monday.