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Feb 12
North Korea Influenced By China?
Are these the first fruits of Obama’s detente with China?
North Korea announced on Wednesday that it would suspend nuclear weapons tests and uranium enrichment and allow international inspectors to monitor activities at its main nuclear complex, a step that raised the possibility of ending a diplomatic impasse that has allowed the country’s nuclear program to continue with no international oversight for years.
via North Korea Agrees to Suspend Nuclear Work, U.S. Says – NYTimes.com.
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Feb 12
James Murdoch Quits as News International Chairman – Business – The Atlantic Wire
Wow. This is big.
It seems pretty clear to the outside observer that James Murdoch resigned as a result of the U.K. Leveson inquiry into press ethics, where he appeared out of touch with his operation as the British government investigated phone hacking and bribery allegations at now-shuttered News of the World and the newly expanded Sun.
via James Murdoch Quits as News International Chairman – Business – The Atlantic Wire.
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Feb 12
Layered Composite Skateboard Action Shots
publish, a set on Flickr.
Here are four layered composite shots from the park in Venice last Wednesday. Plus one fisheye closeup.
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Feb 12
Google to Sell Heads-Up Display Glasses by Years End – NYTimes.com
Pocket protector still sold separately.
According to several Google employees familiar with the project who asked not to be named, the glasses will go on sale to the public by the end of the year. These people said they are expected “to cost around the price of current smartphones,” or $250 to $600.
via Google to Sell Heads-Up Display Glasses by Years End – NYTimes.com.
Kyle Hayes