Articles by Lori Sandoval
YouTube gets cooler with 60-fps support, tip jar, and interactive cards
YouTube announced several upcoming features and updates in its platform in the coming months. Here’s what we know so far.
Alibaba IPO: BABA picks NYSE. Sorry Nasdaq
Chinese e-commerce giant Alibaba Group has decided to offer public shares at the New York Stock Exchange, instead of Nasdaq Stock Market. Is Nasdaq losing its grip on tech companies?
Michael Schumacher stolen medical records up for sale: 'Leave our family alone,' upset wife says
The medical notes of racer Michael Schumacher were stolen and are up for sale. His manager warns that criminal charges will be pressed against those who purchase, use and make reference to the stolen records.
Kids may be added to adult lung transplant list, organ transplants group votes
A largely criticized case on adult lung transplant to children below 12 became the turning point of an old rule. Now, children in said age bracket can receive adult lung transplants.
British army is getting fat, 22,000 troops overweight
New statistics imply many members of the British Army are getting obese, failing their physical fitness tests and hence being discharged from the service. Shouldn't the UK government be alarmed by this?
Amnesty International Panic Button app boon for the vulnerable
Working for a human rights organization or as a hard-core journalist? Here’s a smartphone app called Panic Button that can alert your colleagues in case of possible attack, kidnap or torture.
Florida couple treads water for 14 hours before being rescued
A couple fell off their boat off the shore of Hallandale Beach in Florida and stayed afloat for 14 hours—until an unexpected rescue came around. Here’s what really happened.
HTC working on Nexus 9 'Volantis' tablet. Here's what we know so far
report claims an HTC Nexus 9 tablet is in the pipeline, possibly to be released in the fourth quarter of 2014. Specs were disclosed, and here’s what we’ve got.
Cruise lets you convert your jalopy into Google-type self-driving car for just $10,000
While Google self-driving cars continue to hit the roads for more tests, startup company Cruise has developed a technology that can convert vehicles into self-driving types starting 2015. Read here.
Bald man takes arthritis drug...regrows hair!
A medical breakthrough from Yale University doctors showed that a drug for rheumatoid arthritis can cure alopecia universalis, helping patients grow all their hair back. Will this be effective for all?
Google buys mDialog to boost video advertising. More clicks please.
Google and mDialog joined forces to offer video advertising options to publishers or advertisers. Will such move push back the declining revenue of Google to the top in the mobile ad space?
Quantum computers versus ordinary computers? Boring fight. Draw.
A recent study dispels the premise that D-Wave’s quantum computers are way faster than conventional computers, suggesting the need for more speed to be considered a supercomputer. Has D-Wave broken its promise?
Discovery of parasite egg in 6200-year-old Syrian grave throws light on disease spread
New evidence found in a Syrian grave reveals that ancient irrigation may have triggered the widespread of diseases such as schistosomiasis, caused by flatworms or parasites. Here’s what the experts found.
BlackBerry partners with Amazon to offer 240,000 Android apps
BlackBerry and Amazon have joined forces to boost its business and services in a challenging marketplace currently dominated by Apple and Samsung. Will it move mountains for both of them?
The new Apple iMac is cheaper but with less muscle. Should you buy?
Apple offers a lower price for its new iMac 21-inch model with relatively decent specs, but analysts say it’s not for everyone. Here’s why.
Convicted murderer from Florida is third inmate executed in 24 hours in U.S.
Three separate executions by lethal injection of inmates in 24 hours. Is this a sign that death penalty or capital punishment is here to stay in the U.S.?
WHO: MERS not yet a global emergency, issues caution for pilgrims to Saudi Arabia
The World Health Organization concluded that while MERS-CoV is a serious health problem these days. There is no need for emergency warning call worldwide. Read on and be vigilant.
Hospitals should ask patients for 'Do Not Resuscitate' orders, UK court rules
A UK court acknowledges the claims of a grieving husband that her wife’s human rights were violated by Addenbrooke’s Hospital, following a “Do Not Resuscitate” notice. Here’s what the court says.
Surface Pro 2 price slashed to prep for Surface Pro 3 launch
To make room for its new Surface Pro 3 tablets, Microsoft is offering Surface Pro 2 at a discounted rate. Question is, will consumers still buy the early generation?
FDA reviews application for implant that can help severely obese control their appetite
Obesity is a growing health concern in the U.S. A medical device manufacturer developed a new implant that could curb the appetite of obese individuals and is now awaiting approval.
Google announces first batch of 'Glass at Work' partners
Google has finally released its first batch of certified partners for its Google at Work platform. Learn who these certified partners are and what they do.
GM recall woes overflow. Three million vehicles recalled over ignition switch concerns
General Motors again recalled over 3 million cars, including the 2006 Chevrolet Impala. What could be the implication of such recalls to the company’s business?
Nuance, the brain behind Siri, is reportedly up for sale and Samsung is interested
Nuance, maker of voice-recognition technology, is said to be up for sale and in talks with companies such as Samsung. It isn't clear yet if any deal has been reached.
PS4 outsells Xbox One in May. Fifth month in a row. Weep, Microsoft, weep
Sony’s PS4 has taken the lead in the sales of video game consoles for the past five months, surpassing Microsoft’s Xbox One. Come holiday season, will it retain its lead?
37 percent of adults with autism manipulated, abused by people they trust
More people living with autism are neglected and in need of support and care to prompt them to take care of themselves. But new government proposals may make life even harder for them.
LEVAN is a knowledge-hungry computer that wants to learn about everything
A team of research scientists has created a computer program called LEVAN that makes image searching quick and easy. The project is yet to be completely finished, however.
Expect innovation at heart of iWatch: Jony Ive promises
Jonathan Ive, design head at Apple, reassures the public that the company remains committed to bringing innovation in all its products, including the iWatch expected to roll out in the fourth quarter. But will iWatch have what it takes to beat the competition?
Better than coffee: Starbucks serves employees free college program
Starbucks has partnered with the Arizona State University to provide college scholarships to eligible U.S. employees at any of its coffee shops. Here’s what we've learned.
FCC: Companies must step up to improve cybersecurity or else...
The Federal Communications Commission is pressuring telecommunications firms and network providers to strengthen its measures in cybersecurity or else the agency will step in. Will these private firms cooperate?
Labor authorities investigate Amazon for death of worker at warehouse
Amazon’s fulfillment centers are entangled in workplace injuries causing the death of two workers in separate incidents, with the involved companies reprimanded by a government agency, except Amazon. Find out why.
