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Apple Denies Request from Grieving Son to Unlock Late Mother’s iPad
Apple Inc. has been accused by a grieving son of an “utter lack of understanding and discretion” after the company refused to unlock the iPad of his late mother. Anthea Grant passed away from breast cancer earlier this year at the age of 59, and her son, Josh, 26, from London, became the co-executor of Anthea’s will and estate with his brother, Patrick.
Facebook Changes Policy on Gun Posts and Ads
Facebook announced on Wednesday it will make changes to gun advertisements after advocacy groups and law enforcement addressed their concern for firearm advertising on the website. Facebook said it will regulate sales of guns on its site and on its photo-sharing app Instagram.
Study Discovers E-Cigarettes May Not Discourage Teens to Quit Smoking
A new study released on Thursday has found that middle school and high school students who use electronic cigarettes are more likely to start smoking real cigarettes and less likely to quit than those who did not use the devices.
Xcel Energy Brings Solar Power to Pueblo, Colorado
Xcel Energy Inc. announced on Tuesday it will work with Community Energy Solar to build a $200 million solar power farm in Pueblo County, Colo. The solar power plant is expected to take about 15 months to build, and construction is set to start by late this year or early next year.
Alpha Natural Resources Agrees to Pay Fine for Water Pollution
Alpha Natural Resources Inc., the second-largest coal producer in the U.S., agreed on Wednesday to pay a $27.5 million fine for violating the Clean Water Act. Alpha will also spend $200 million on reducing toxic discharges into waterways in five states.
Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Rises due to New School Meal Standards
A new study from Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) shows that adding more fruits and vegetables to meals at schools leads to kids eating healthier food. The study is based on new standards made by the federal government in 2012, which required schools to provide healthier meals for children.
NYPD to Solve Crimes with New Tablets: Cops to Test Pilot Program
New York police officers will soon be using tablets in order to test out a new crime data app. NYPD Commissioner William Bratton announced on Tuesday that the department will begin using hand-held tablets to test a new pilot program.
Geneva Auto Show 2014: Jeep Announces Global Production of New Renegade
Jeep announced the global production of the new 2015 Jeep Renegade at the Geneva Motor Show this week. The Renegade will be the first model from Fiat-owned Jeep to be made for the world in an Italian factory.
Hyundai Motor Company Unveils 2015 Sonata with Updated Design
Hyundai Motor Co. has released images of its seventh-generation 2015 Sonata, the most recent model of the vehicle since 2009. The sedan is set to compete against popular vehicles such as Honda Motor Co.’s Accord, Toyota Motor Corp.’s Camry and Ford Motor Co. (F)’s Fusion.
Vampt Beer in Canada Marketed As Post-Workout Recovery Drink
The Canadian beverage company Vampt is currently doing taste tests for their new drink called Lean Machine, a low-alcohol, protein-packed beer. The drink is reported to be filled with nutrients, electrolytes and antioxidants intended to help the body refresh after intense exercise.
Comcast Takes Wi-Fi Hotspots to Chicago Homes
The cable and Internet company Comcast has begun turning thousands of homes in Chicago, IL into Wi-Fi hotspots with its present service equipment. Comcast has recently started the neighborhood hot spots initiative, which is aimed at making Wi-Fi signals available in areas next to homes installed with the equipment.
UPS to Buy 1,000 Propane-Fueled Delivery Trucks for $70 Million
United Parcel Service Inc. announced on Wednesday it will spend $70 million on bringing in 1,000 propane trucks in order to expand one of the largest alternative-energy fleets in the U.S. UPS is buying the fleet from Daimler AG’s Freightliner Custom Chassis Corp.
Microsoft Reveals Xbox One Update before Titanfall Release
Microsoft has introduced a major update to the Xbox One system before the release of the multiplayer game Titanfall, which will be released on March 11. The objective of the update is to prepare the console for the release of the online game.
Facebook to Buy Drone Company Titan Aerospace for Global Internet Access
Facebook has decided to buy drone maker Titan Aerospace for about $60 million in its goal of bring Internet access to the 5 billion or more people who do not have it. Titan Aerospace builds solar-powered high-altitude drones that can stay airborne for up to five years without having to land.
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.
New York Officials Support Smartphone 'Kill Switch' to Stop Violent Crime
A New York congressman proposed legislation on Monday which would require a “kill switch” in smartphones. The proposal was introduced as way to bring down smartphone theft.
Keystone XL Pipeline Protest at White House Causes Hundreds of Arrests
Hundreds of people were arrested during a protest against the Keystone XL project on Sunday. The protestors used plastic to tie themselves to the White House fences, calling for U.S. president Barack Obama to reject the production of the pipeline.
New Samsung Chromebook 2 Release Date Revealed: Features and Specs
Samsung has announced the launch of their new product, the Chromebook 2, which will be released in April. The Chromebook 2 will feature a new faux-leathered covering, as opposed to silver plastic used on the previous model, the Samsung Chromebook Series 3.
PS4 Sells Over 320,000 Consoles in Japan in Two Days
Sony’s PlayStation 4 has sold 322,083 consoles in two days in Japan after being released on Feb. 22. The console surpassed its predecessor, the PlayStation 3, which sold 88,443 consoles in the same amount of time in 2006.
Olive Garden Plans to Win Customers with New Logo
Olive Garden has presented a new logo and changes to their menu as its way of winning back old customers while gaining new ones. Darden executives expressed their excitement for the move, saying the logo is “the symbol for our brand renaissance.”
Nintendo Targets Health and Improving Quality of Life with New Platform
Nintendo has announced it is focusing on improving the health of its customers with a new QOL (quality of life) platform. Nintendo president Satoru Iwata sent a letter to shareholders and investors, which is also posted on the Nintendo website, describing his plan for the platform.
Breather Brings Office Space to New York City: Renting Rooms Hourly
Breather is now offering private office spaces to residents of New York City, which can be rented out on a mobile app. Space can be rented out for peace and quiet in Soho, Midtown West and Flatiron.
Disney Cuts Funding for Boy Scouts due to Ban on Gays
The Walt Disney Company has announced it will stop providing grant money to the Boy Scouts of America in 2015 due to a BSA membership policy that bans gay leaders. While Disney does not give money to the BSA or local councils, the BSA has acquired funds through Disney’s VoluntEARS program.
Google Street View Map to Reveal Polar Bears in Canadian Arctic
Google Street View will be traveling to Churchill, Man. to capture footage of polar bears in celebration of International Polar Bear Day. Starting Thursday, Google Maps will be recording videos and images of the tundra with the goal of showcasing the area’s environment and the importance of keeping it safe.
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