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Old Japanese maps on Google Earth unveil secrets

(AP) -- When Google Earth added historical maps of Japan to its online collection last year, the search giant didn't expect a backlash. The finely detailed woodblock prints have been around for centuries, ...

Technology / Internet

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Pigeon tests positive for H5N1 in Hong Kong

Hong Kong authorities said Saturday that a dead pigeon found in the city had tested positive for the H5N1 bird flu virus.

Medicine & Health / Diseases

created May 02, 2009 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Virtual mobility for disabled wins Second Life prize

An organization that lets people with disabilities virtually climb mountains and hike trails shared top honors in a first-ever Second Life prize for in-world projects improving real-world lives.

Technology / Internet

created May 02, 2009 | popularity 3 / 5 (2) | comments 2

More schools close in US as swine flu spreads

(AP) -- Scores more schools shut down around the country because of the swine flu virus at week's end and Education Secretary Arne Duncan offered tips to teachers and students on how to deal with classroom ...

Medicine & Health / Diseases

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