Google Bolsters Android after Acquiring 1023 Patents from IBM
Continuing the strengthening of its intellectual property, Google acquired 1,023 patents from International Business Machines Crop. (IBM). The patents range from signature verification system for documents to display system with image scanning apparatus.
NASA's Expedition 28 Crew to Return Friday
Three Nasa astronauts will be returning to Earth on Friday after spending more than five months on the International Space Station (ISS).
Illinois Teen Accused of Killing Parents was Growing Marijuana at Home
A Chicago area high school student, who was charged with the brutal murder of his parents in a Cook County, Ill., court Tuesday morning, was reportedly growing marijuana in his parents' home.
Illinois Teen Charged with Murdering Parents is Denied Bail
A high school student was charged with the brutal murder of his parents by a Cook County Court on Tuesday morning. John Granat, 17, pleaded not guilty to the charges of first-degree murders but was ordered held without bond.
Iran Likely to Release Jailed U.S. Hikers on Bail
Two U.S. hikers, who were arrested and sentenced to eight years on charges of spying and entering into Iran illegally, would be released on bail very soon.
Mumbai Airport on High Alert Against Possible Terror Attack
The financial capital of India, Mumbai, is once again on high alert as intelligence agencies received information of the city being the next target of terrorists after the recent Delhi High Court blast.
Taliban Attacks U.S. Embassy; Suicide Bombs, Gunfire Rock Kabul
In a sophisticated and rare attack in the Afghan capital, insurgents launched a coordinated strike near the NATO headquarters and the US Embassy on Tuesday afternoon, security officials said.
Miss Universe 2011: Eight People Who Will Select the Best Beauty (Photos)
Contestants of the Miss Universe pageant, which is some hours away, are all set to give their best to register their name in history. But in whose hands the fate of these beauties lies?
Lone Surviving Player in Russia Plane Crash Dies
The lone surviving ice hockey player in last week's Russian plane crash, died after a long battle with more than 80 percent burns. With the death of Lokomotiv winger ,Alexander Galimov, the death toll of the tragedy has reached 44.
Mid-Air 'Making Out' Leads to Fear in U.S. Flights; Fighter Jets Escort Two Planes
On the 10th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, American fighter jets and FBI command centers once again went on alert when crews of two separate planes of different airlines reported suspicious activities of passengers.
Feds: Detroit Doctor Billed Medicare for Treating Dead People; 91 Charged in Fraud
Among arrested was a Detroit doctor who allegedly billed Medicare for services provided to dead people. Seventy of the defendants were charged this week and other 21 were charged in recent weeks.
Russia Hockey Team Killed in Plane Crash [PHOTOS, LIST OF VICTIMS]
A Russian passenger jet, carrying Lokomotiv Yaroslavl ice hockey team crashed just after taking off from Yaroslavl airport on Wednesday, killing at least 43 people.
36 Killed as Russian Passenger Plane Crashes
A Russian jet plane carrying a major league ice hockey team crashed while taking off in city of Yaroslavl, killing 36 of the 37 people on board.
9/11 Reflections: 50 Recovered Objects Featured in Exhibition [PHOTOS]
To commemorate the 10th anniversary of Sept. 11, the National Museum of American History is providing visitors with a close-up view of more than 50 objects recovered from the three sites attacked that fateful day-New York, the Pentagon, and Shanksville, Pa. - as well as recent acquisitions that relate to how American lives have changed since then.
Amy Winehouse Paid Ex-husband £150 per Kiss, 'Friend' Says
Amy Winehouse, who was found dead in her London home in July after a long battle with drugs and alcohol, had many secrets in life and one of those was revealed by one of her close friends recently.
Two Dead, Seven Injured in Nevada Restaurant Shooting
An unidentified man opened fire at a restaurant in South Carson City on Tuesday morning, leaving one person dead and injuring at least seven before killing himself.
Arrested Al-Qaida Leader Was to Attack U.S., Europe and Australia
In a joint operation with the U.S. secret service agency, CIA, Pakistan Army arrested Sheikh Younis al-Mauritani, a senior al-Qaida leader and Osama bin Laden confidant, the Pakistan army said Monday.
Hackers Issue Fake Security Certificates for CIA, MI6 Web Sites
The fraudulent Web security certificates issued by hacked DigiNotar, allowing the hackers access to the data and passwords of Google sites, had not only hit social networking site Facebook and micro blogging site Twitter, but also the U.S. and the UK secret service agencies - CIA and MI6.
Al-Qaida Leader Planning to Attack U.S. Ships Arrested in Pakistan
Sheikh Younis al-Mauritani, a senior al-Qaida leader and Osama bin Laden confidant, was arrested in a joint operation by the Pakistan military and the CIA, the Pakistan army said Monday.
After Mystery Buyer, Porn Web Site Wants to Buy Kim Kardashian's Sex Tape (Full Letter)
One of the largest porn Web site Pornhub.com has written a letter to the owner of Kim Kardashian's sex tape, expressing its interest in buying the high definition video clip.
Next Week Media Event for iPhone 5 Falls Flat; Will Sprint's October 7 Event Bring Good News?
The release date of the next generation of Apple iPhone - iPhone 5 - have been speculated many times and many rumors are surfacing every other day. A recent report by CNET UK suggested that Apple was organizing a media event for the announcement of the iPhone 5 on Sept 7.
Katia May Turn Into Catagory 3 Hurricane; 169 Oil Production Platforms Evacuated in Gulf of Mexico
Workers active at 169 production platforms and 16 drilling rigs have been evacuated till now and the shutting-in procedures have been activated at all the production platforms.
Is Domino's Going to Sell Pizza on Moon Without 'Base'?
The Japanese branch of Domino's, which announced opening a new branch on the moon, has made many claims on its Web site dedicated to the new venture. However, when it comes to finding the base for its pizza joint on Earth's only known natural satellite, it has nothing major which can back the announcement as a proper business plan.
Katia Reaches Hurricane Strength, Major Oil Companies Start Evacuation
As the chances of a low-pressure system in the Gulf of Mexico turning into a tropical depression in next two days increase and reach around 70 percent, major oil and natural gas companies functioning in the U.S-regulated areas of the Gulf of Mexico have stopped their operations and started evacuating their employees.
I Know Who You Are: Kris Hamphries to His Wife's Sex Tape Co-star
Newly married NBA's New Jersey Nets player Kris Humphries who recently got married to reality star Kim Kardashian will take months, or may be years, to forget his recent trip to New Orleans.
Will Sjogren's Syndrom End Venus Williams' Career?
Two-time U.S. Open champion Venus Williams withdrew from her second-round match of this year's tournament on Wednesday because of a chronic autoimmune disease which affects joints and energy level.
Mystery Buyer Wants Kim Kardashian's Sex Tape: Is it Kim Hiding Behind the Lawyer? (Photos & Video)
With the buyer being completely unnamed by his/her lawyer, rumors are making rounds that it could be Kim herself who wants to buy the rights to the video as she is the one to be benefited most from the deal.
Nadal Fends off Golubev, Cruises into Second Round (PHOTOS)
Defending champion Rafael Nadal cruised into the second round of the U.S. Open after facing a tough challenge from 98th ranked Andrey Golubev of Kazakhstan on Tuesday night.
Lady Gaga and Moammar Gadhafi in Their Most Weird Outfits [PHOTOS]
Libya's longest-serving leader Col. Moammar Gadhafi and the American pop singer Lady Gaga have made many headlines in recent times, and both have been in the limelight for their unusual fashion senses, as well as being recognized for their actual work.
'Lost' Actor Matthew Fox Allegedly Assaults Woman, Gets Punched in Face
Model-turned actor Matthew Fox was detained by police Saturday night for allegedly trying to enter a party bus and assaulting the female driver.