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Japanese Cherry Tree from Outer Space Grows Faster and Earlier
Japanese scientists have found that a cherry tree, which started as a pit that was launched into space for an education experiment, has grown five years ahead of trees on Earth. Botanists say that it takes almost 10 years after a cherry tree sprouts before it begins to produce buds.
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Pot Vending Machine: Marijuana-Laced Goodies Available in Colorado
Marijuana entrepreneurs introduced Colorado’s first marijuana-selling vending machine as a new way to sell marijuana and related snacks to customers. The machine is called ZaZZZ, which the creators say uses biometrics to accurately determine the customer’s age.
Apple Buys Hydroelectric Project Close to Prineville Data Center for Cleaner Energy
Apple Inc. has bought a hydroelectric project close to the company’s data center in Prineville, Ore. The data center is responsible for powering thousands of computers that contain music, photos and other digital information with a huge amount of electricity.
Southwest Pilot Wrong Landing (UPDATE): One of Two Pilots Retires
One of the pilots of the Southwest Airlines flight that mistakenly landed at the wrong airport is reportedly retiring.
Amazon to Launch 3D Smartphone This Year: New Device Competes with iPhone
Numerous reports have claimed Amazon is all geared up to launch its 3D smartphone later this year. Amazon is planning to launch a new smartphone later this year, a Business Insider report has claimed.
Space X Falcon 9 Rocket and Dragon Cargo Spacecraft Launch: Third of 12 Trips Takes Place Monday (LIVESTREAM)
The Space X Falcon 9 Rocket and Dragon Cargo spacecraft makes its third of 12 trips Monday. Space X is giving its Dragon spacecraft another go towards travel Monday at 4:58 p.
3-D Printer Robohand Helps People WIthout Fingers
The Robohand assists people who don't have fingers. 3-D printing via a new medical device called Robohand has helped another person in need of special medical treatment.
T-Mobile Ends Overage Charges, Company's CEO Encourages Others to Do Same
T-Mobile's CEO announced the end to overage charges Monday. T-Mobile CEO John Legere announced the end to overages on the mobile carrier and is encouraging others to do the same Time reported Monday.
Apple iPhone 6 Price May Rise by $100 as Release Date Draws Near
According to analysts, Apple is negotiating with carriers for a $100 increase on the price of its flagship device.
Lunar Eclipse Takes Place Monday Night into Early Tuesday Morning
An eclipse will be visible in the sky Monday into early Tuesday morning. The moon will begin to cast a shadow Monday when a total lunar eclipse happens Monday night The Los Angeles Times reported.