Snapchat launches redesign as growth disappoints Wall Street

Yahoo Daily News | 2017-11-08

By David Ingram and Pushkala Aripaka (Reuters) - Snap Inc (SNAP.N) is redesigning its disappearing-message app Snapchat in an attempt to reach a broader audience, going back to the drawing board after being clobbered by Wall Street for another quarter of slowing user growth. The Venice,...

Volkswagen, Google cooperate on quantum computing research

Arizona Daily Star | 2017-11-07

BERLIN (AP) — German automaker Volkswagen and Google have announced plans to cooperate in exploring possible uses in the auto industry for quantum computers. ......

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Forbes says Commerce head overstated wealth by $2 billion

Wtop | 2017-11-08

NEW YORK (AP) — Forbes is reporting that Commerce Secretary Wilbur Ross exaggerated his net worth to the magazine by $2 billion. The magazine estimated Ross to be worth $2.9 billion in 2016. But...

Dow edges up to record high, financials dips

Reuters | 2017-11-07

(Reuters) - The Dow Jones Industrial Average eked out a fourth consecutive record high close on Tuesday, while the S&P; 500 ended marginally lower after a disappointing profit forecast from Priceline and a drop in financials. ......

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With online medical marijuana, it’s buyer beware

Reuters | 2017-11-07

(Reuters Health) - People who buy medical marijuana online may not necessarily get exactly what they expect when their package arrives in the mail, new research suggests. ......

Another reason to not smoke, drink: These habits may ruin your dental fillings

Hindustan Times | 2017-11-07

If you drink or smoke you are not only damaging your teeth but also your dental fillings. Researchers have warned that smoking and drinking may lead to increased incidences of failure in dental fillings. The findings, led by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh, showed that within two years...

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Ohio college offers drug prevention education workshop

DAYTON, Ohio (AP) — Wright State University in southwest Ohio is offering a workshop on drug prevention education for teachers and school administrators. The Wednesday morning program covers tools for opioid and drug prevention in schools, and learning more about what's called the HOPE curriculum....

UT law school grads' passage rate on Ohio bar exam tied for worst in state

Toledo Blade | 2017-11-03

The University of Toledo College of Law’s overall passage rate for the July bar exam is the lowest it has been in more than a decade — at 58 percent tying with the University of Dayton at dead last among Ohio’s nine law colleges. ......

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Sock to cancel Augusta trip with Isner after making London cut

AOL | 2017-11-05

Jack Sock was due to grace the greens at Augusta with John Isner next week but has had to alter plans after sealing an unlikely place in the ATP Finals. Sock mounted a stunning late charge to take the eighth and...



Kenya Olympic champ Sumgong banned for four years

Suryaa | 2017-11-07

Nairobi, Nov 7 Kenyan Olympic women marathon champion Jemimah Jelagat Sumgong has been banned from international competition for four years by the Anti-Doping Agency of Kenya (ADAK). Sumgong, who became the first female athlete from Kenya to win...

Andy Murray to face Roger Federer in exhibition match on return from hip injury

Sky Sports | 2017-11-07

Andy Murray will play Roger Federer in an exhibition match in Glasgow on Tuesday on his return to the sport from a hip injury. The three-time Grand Slam champion has not played a competitive match since his quarter-final exit to Sam Querrey at Wimbledon and was forced to pull out of the US Open on...

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WorldNews.com | 2017-11-08

Danica Roem Wins Virginia House Seat To Become State's First Transgender Official

Democrat Danica Roem ousted longtime incumbent Del. Robert G. Marshall (R) Tuesday, becoming the first openly transgender elected official in Virginia — and one...

WorldNews.com | 2017-11-08

Kidnapped And Tortured Venezuelan Journalist Claims To Be Freed After Two Days

The Venezuelan journalist who was captured following his work photographing criminal gang activities said he was released after two days of torture, The...

WorldNews.com | 2017-11-08

Anti-Gay Marriage County Clerk To Seek Re-Election In 2018

The Kentucky county clerk jailed for refusing to issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples will run for re-election in 2018, facing voters for the first time...

WorldNews.com | 2017-11-07

UN Says Manus Refugees Are Being Forced To Move Into Insufficient Accommodations

The United Nations refugee agency said there are not enough beds, medical assistance, running water or electricity at some of the new accommodations for...

WorldNews.com | 2017-11-07

Canadian Groups Take Legal Action Against Quebec Law Banning Face Coverings

Two Canadian groups asked a court to nullify a new Quebec law banning observant Muslim women from wearing face coverings when providing or receiving government...

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The Washington Post | 2017-11-08

Both sides on gun rights need a change of heart

There is a failure to communicate, fueling mistrust, between gun owners and gun-control advocates....

The Washington Post | 2017-11-08

Mama Lucy tells us why Trump won

His victory places last year as one of the most significant in modern U.S. history. ......

The Washington Post | 2017-11-08

The GOP gets a big part of its tax plan backward

Lawmakers should repeal deductibility for local taxes but keep it for relatively redistributive...

Orlando Sentinel | 2017-11-08

Not all Greeks cause trouble: Letters

Greek life's bright side I am saddened to read about the suspension of Greek life at Florida State...