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A loggerhead escapes a fishing net that has a built-in escape hatch for turtles. Activists want the federal government to require such nets in U.S. waters.

The Obama administration on Wednesday recommended listing seven populations of loggerhead turtles as endangered — a decision that could have big implications for the fishing industry. Read the rest of this entry »

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Missing from Google’s announcement Wednesday that biking directions would be added to Google Maps is any word of support for smartphones. For the bicycle bound, that own smartphones, it looks like you’re going to have to print your maps out before you grab your helmet and head out the door.

Yes, Google Maps’s biking directions are a great idea. As with the walking and public transit directions added in previous years, it’s nice that people who don’t strictly rely on their cars can still use Google Maps to get around. Read the rest of this entry »

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Sony

According to a concept that surfaced in the US Patent & Trademark Office’s online database, Sony may be looking to exploit the growing market for gaming accessories by developing a Universal Game Console Controller. The LCD touch-screen gamepad could emulate controllers for Nintendo systems, Microsoft systems and even some older legacy hardware. Read the rest of this entry »

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