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New Zealand to reduce scientific projects in Antarctica to keep continent virus-free
New Zealand said Tuesday it will reduce its scientific projects in Antarctica to keep the virtually uninhabited continent free from COVID-19.
The United States accuses China of hacking vaccine research
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation and cybersecurity experts believe Chinese hackers are trying to steal research on developing a vaccine against coronavirus, two newspapers reported on Monday.
Scientists explain magnetic pole’s wanderings
European scientists think they can now describe with confidence what’s driving the drift of the North Magnetic Pole.
Coronavirus themed game banned in China
A coronavirus themed game has been blocked on Steam in China because of its politically motivated content.
OnePlus 8 and 8 Pro launched amid the pandemic
The Oneplus 8 and 8 pro launched amid the pandemic.
Apple agrees to pay $500mn over claims it covertly slowed older iPhones to get users to upgrade
Apple has agreed to pay up to $500 million to settle a class-action lawsuit over claims it covertly slowed older iPhones to get users to upgrade.
WhatsApp rolls out dark mode for Android, IOS users
Whatsapp rolled out it’s long-awaited ‘Dark Mode’ for Android and IOS platforms that offers a fresh look on a familiar experience. The new function is designed to reduce eye strain in low light environments.
