In this issue: Biofuels and global warming, a new tool for
Navy SEALs, and hacking electronic voting systems.
---Biofuel---
Chemistry World says a study has found that biofuels could
boost global warming. The findings come in the wake of a
recent OECD report, which warned nations not to rush
headlong into growing energy crops because they cause food
shortages and damage biodiversity.
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---Business---
More stealthy and prevalent than ever before, Popular
Mechanics says corporate security software is monitoring
your every move -- inside and out of the office.
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---Internet---
AskMen gives tips about e-mail to help you avoid mistakes
that can hurt your business reputation.
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---Technology---
Navy SEALs might not like it at first, but this dolphin-like
device will let them reach targets fast -- and without
having to catch their breath. And unlike many DARPA
programs, Popular Mechanics says PowerSwim is coming soon.
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---Voting---
California computer scientists have found ways to hack into
electronic voting systems, causing vendors who submitted
systems -- Diebold Election Systems, Hart InterCivic, and
Sequoia Voting Systems -- to be temporarily decertified,
according to PC Magazine.
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---Misc---
An independent panel of scientists appointed by the UK
government has rejected claims that organophosphate nerve
toxins from engine oil fumes are causing ill-health among
pilots, according to Chemistry World. The Aerotoxic
Association lobby group called the conclusions criminal.
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