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ABC News Science And Technology News: 16 February 2009
February 16th, 2009 • ABC News, Science, Technology
- ‘Sexting’ May Lead to Charges for Teens
Six Massachusetts teens were caught texting a nude photo on their cell phones.
- Microsoft to Launch Own Retail Stores
Recession aside, Windows retailer fights Mac with stores of its own.
- Google Gets Into the Energy Biz
Cut down on energy usage with Google’s new power meter.
- WATCH: Go on a ‘Crazy Blind Date’
- Blissfully Effective, Unabashedly High-End
Sony’s headphones will leave you swooning in perfect silence.
- PHOTOS: Baby Animals
The San Fransisco Zoo is letting you name its newest arrival.
- Space Debris Puts Hubble Telescope at Risk
Satellite collision highlights the danger of space junk to precious gear.
- Nooooo! Valentine’s Day Without Chocolate?
Some scientists say chocolate could become as rare and expensive as caviar.
- Women Gamers More Hard-Core Than Men
Female players rack up more hours online than male gamers, a new study suggests.
- Enthusiasm for 3-D TV Is Anything But Flat
3-D technology is ahead of its content, and consumers are hungry.
- Digital Healthcare Sparks Privacy Concerns
Lawmakers aim to balance electronic medical records benefits with privacy needs.
- The Tiny, Slimy Savior of Global Coral Reefs
Heat-tolerant algae could help the world’s reefs adapt to climate change.
- ‘Liquid Wood’ Could Be Plastic of the Future
Scientists say “liquid wood” could end our dependence on plastic.
ABC News World Headlines: 16 February 2009
February 16th, 2009 • ABC News, World
- PHOTOS: World Press Photo Winners
- China Announces Military Dialogue With US
China announces military dialogue with US to resume with Feb. 27-28 meeting in Beijing - Gaza Man Killed in Recycling Accident
Gaza man killed, 5 wounded, in recycing accident near Israel border - Asian Stocks Fall as Japan’s Recession Deepens
Most Asian stock markets fall as Japan sinks deeper into recession; HK index off 1.5 pct - Australian Wildfire Suspect Named
Authorities urge against vigilantism after Australian wildfire suspect named - Chavez Calls Venezuela Vote Mandate for Socialism
Venezuela’s Chavez calls victory in term-limits vote mandate to intensify socialist revolution - Missiles Hit House in NW Pakistan
Missile strike in Pakistan ahead of mooted peace deal with Taliban extremists - Chavez Wins Vote to Scrap Term Limits in Venezuela
Venezuela’s Chavez wins vote to eliminate term limits for his time in office.
ABC News Entertainment Headlines: 15 February 2009
February 16th, 2009 • ABC News, Entertainment
- PHOTOS: Gwyneth’s Unique Style
The Oscar-winning actress sports a different look in shorts and gold shirt. - Has Brown Beaten Rihanna Before?
Rihanna reportedly told cops this isn’t the first time Chris Brown’s abused her. - PHOTOS: Disgraced Faces of Ad Campaigns
Chris Brown is not the first celebrity dropped by advertiser due to controversy. - Star Workouts: Too Intense for Us Mortals?
Adopting the grueling workouts of Madonna and others is trendy, but is it safe? - WATCH: Joaquin Gets Rude on ‘Late Show’
- Director: I Feel I Ruined Joaquin Phoenix
“Two Lovers” director baffled by Phoenix’s “Late Show” interview, rap career. - WATCH: Baldwin Mocks Joaquin’s TV Turn
- PHOTOS: Bad Girls Turned Good
Richie, Jolie lead Hollywood’s reformed bad girls. - Sasha and Malia Look-Alikes Getting Work
Modeling agents say clients want models who look like the first daughters. - PHOTOS: Celeb Shoes
‘Sex and the City’ star rocks quirky boots in New York City. - Brown-Rihanna Fight Didn’t Involve Leona
Her rep said she did not provoke Chris Brown-Rihanna altercation. - PHOTOS: Legal Battles, Hollywood Style
Eddie Murphy and Melanie Brown settle child support battle. - TV Worth Tuning In to This Spring
New episodes of “Lost,” “Damages” headline bounty of spring offerings. - PHOTOS: Celebrity Smooches
Hollywood heats it up, just in time for Valentine’s Day. - Joaquin Phoenix: Rap Debut Will Be ‘Big’
Joaquin Phoenix excited about upcoming album but “doesn’t care” about new movie.
