Violent Video Games May Increase Aggression in Some But Not Others, Says New Research
*Bad effects depend on certain personality traits; games can offer learning opportunities for others*
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New Evidence that Chili Pepper Ingredient Fights Fat
Scientists are reporting new evidence that capsaicin, the stuff that gives chili peppers their kick, may cause weight loss and fight fat buildup by triggering certain beneficial protein changes in the body. (more…)
Over 200 Russians Become Drug Addicts Every Day
According to the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), last year Russia was number one country in terms of heroin consumption.
Tech Student Projects Already Changing World
A student team from Russia will take technology that is already monitoring the health of a national park to the Imagine Cup Worldwide Finals in July.
REDMOND, Wash. — Two months ago, fish started dying in the rivers and streams of Russia’s Zyratkyl National Park. Perplexed park officials wanted to know why, so they turned to a new water monitoring system called Polarvision. (more…)
Microsoft Brings Developers and Designers Closer Together With Expression Studio 4 Release
Today at Internet Week New York 2010, Microsoft Corp. announced the immediate availability of Microsoft Expression Studio 4. The newest version of Microsoft’s professional suite of design tools, Expression 4 distinguishes itself by enabling designers and developers to collaborate and create dynamic applications using their existing skills and current toolset.
Revealing China’s ancient past
An archeologist at Washington University in St. Louis is helping to reveal for the first time a snapshot of rural life in China during the Han Dynasty.
Coffee Protects Body from Cancer and Slows Down Aging
Here are some facts about coffee:
Kentucky Department of Education Chooses Microsoft Live@edu
The Kentucky Department of Education has selected Microsoft Live@edu to bring 21st century communications and collaboration tools to more than 700,000 students, faculty and staff statewide.