Obama seeks stronger online security measures
Obama presses for clear guidance on cyber safety amid rising digital threats. Former national intelligence chief Michael McConnell calls the Internet the soft underbelly of the nation, noting daily probes into Pentagon systems and large-scale scans against critical infrastructure. He warns attacks may target data or the electric grid.
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Augmented reality takes over the street view
The article describes how smartphones use GPS and compasses to overlay nearby businesses and reviews onto real world scenes. Apps like Layar Brightkite and Yelp Monocle blend virtual data with actual locations, letting users see markers for restaurants, bars, and landmarks.
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Tracking gadgets offer peace of mind amid missing child fears
The piece looks at use of clip-on alarms and GPS locators to locate missing children, noting 800000 yearly U S disappearances mostly runaways or parental abductions. Experts warn devices have limits and safety concerns, while parents seek practical protection amid high profile cases like Jaycee Dugard.
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Premature births spark global alarm and thin data
A World Health Organization collaboration with the March of Dimes estimates about 1 in 10 babies are born prematurely worldwide, with nearly 13 million preemies annually and about 1 million infant deaths. The report urges better tracking and research, while highlighting survival steps even in poor countries and cautions against complacency about outcomes.
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