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Even Ensign Jimmy Has a Fighting Chance with This DIY Phaser [Video]

We may have a few years to go until the advent of Warp Drive technology (fingers crossed for 2063) and full-fledged Tricorders, the development of Phasers is well under way. Behold the balloon-popping efficiency of this early prototype. More »

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How Social Currency Is Driving Identity, Trust and New Industries

As our lives increasingly move to the digital realm ? whether it?s what we read, what we watch, photos that once sat in frames now uploaded to a server farm somewhere in the rural United States, or even the 140-character thoughts we share with the world ??? comes the very reconstitution of our identities online. A German artist named Tobias Leingruber recently took this concept to its logical extreme when he produced physical identification cards based on Facebook profiles (this attempt at satire was executed so well that Facebook sent Leingruber a cease-and-desist letter three days later). Between the lines of Leingruber?s satire, though, is a very real, emerging concept. What Leingruber hit on is something I refer to as social currency. Social currency essentially refers to the idea that every person has an online identity formed through participation in social networks, websites, digital communities, and online transactions. Our everyday activities -- web searches, status updates, ?likes?, tweets, and comments -- they all leave a trail of data behind which we tend to see as ephemeral or throwaway.

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HTC fixes rare One S chipping finish issue, swaps phones for free

The black HTC One S uses a process called micro arc oxidation (MAO) to harden its aluminum unibody and make it feel like ceramic. We've recently experienced some chipping on the finish of one of our review units, so we reached out to HTC to find out if this is a known problem. Turns out we're not the only ones to report the issue, and while rare, the company's gone ahead and tweaked its manufacturing process and is offering to swap affected phones for free for existing customers. Here's HTC's statement:

HTC is committed to delivering a high quality product and great experience for all our customers. There have been a few, isolated reports of this issue. The finish on the One S was laboratory tested as being at a hardness similar to ceramic. While that's hard, it doesn't mean it's impossible to damage. Regardless, HTC takes quality very seriously and are providing all customers with an immediate fix and we are implementing some small changes to ensure customers do not experience this issue in the future.

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Will Justin Bieber Dress Up As Buzz Lightyear In 'Boyfriend' Video?

Singer weighs in on how literal the video will get and when fans might get to hear more from Believe.
By Jocelyn Vena, with reporting by Kelly Marino

<P>The countdown is on to <a href="http://www.mtv.com/music/artist/bieber_justin/artist.jhtml">Justin Bieber</a>'s next album release, <a href="/news/articles/1682856/justin-bieber-believe-rapping.jhtml"><i>Believe</a>.</i> And if the response to the album's first single, <a href="/news/articles/1682789/justin-bieber-boyfriend-video-believe.jhtml">"Boyfriend,"</a> is any indication, the record's appeal might span far beyond the realm of his devoted Beliebers. </P><P> </P><P>"The reaction's been great [to 'Boyfriend']; not only have I got good reactions from my fans, but great reactions from people who, you know, [might not usually listen to my music]. I've gotten messages like 'You know, I never would have listened to Justin and now I love this song,' " he explained to MTV News. "So, it's really great feedback." </P><P> </P><P><CENTER><embed src="http://media.mtvnservices.com/mgid:uma:video:mtv.com:757407/cp~name%3Dnews%26id%3D1682760%26vid%3D757407%26uri%3Dmgid%3Auma%3Avideo%3Amtv.com%3A757407" width="430" height="242" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowFullScreen="true" allowScriptAccess="always" base="."></embed></CENTER> </P><P> </P><P>It's that kind of enthusiasm that Bieber is taking with him as he works on the record in its final stages. He's already hit the studio with folks like Drake, will.i.am, Diplo and Usher and is just chugging along before he has to wrap up and send it out into the world. </P><P> </P><P>"There's not a confirmed release date. It's this summer. I'm really happy with the outcome of it so far," he said. "I mean, we're almost done. We're just kind of putting the finishing touches on it. It should be good." </P><P> </P><P>But before then, fans will have to satisfy their appetites with the Colin Tilley-directed "Boyfriend" video, which should drop in the near future. Unfortunately, the visual won't mirror the single's <a href="/news/articles/1681514/justin-bieber-boyfriend-lyrics.jhtml">choice lyrics</a>, "I could be your Buzz Lightyear/ Fly across the globe." </P><P> </P><P>"No, no, I won't be dressed up as Buzz Lightyear," he said. "I think there's some copyright issues, I can't use that." </P><P> </P><P>We look forward to seeing whether Bieber will be "Chillin' by the fire while we eatin' fondue" in the clip.</p>

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ASUS reportedly to release Transformer Pad 300 on April 22nd

The ASUS Transformer Pad 300 is getting closer to bringing its watered-down Prime flavor to store shelves, as PC World reports a spokesperson confirmed it will begin shipping April 22nd. What they could not confirm was the price, although there are preorders out there for $399 already. In case you've forgotten, the 300 brings the same Tegra 3 processor as the Prime, but matches it with a standard IPS display, optional LTE and only 16GB of built-in storage, as well as 10 hours of battery life. We'll let you know when we hear more, but for now feel free to pencil in a note on your Earth Day calendar entries.

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Fungus threat escalates for food, wildlife: scientists

Species of fungus, driven by trade, travel and climate change, pose a mounting threat to food supplies and biodiversity, scientists said on Wednesday.

Widely unknown to the general public, seven fungal epidemics are under way, striking bees, bats, frogs, soft corals and sea turtles as well as rice and wheat, they said.

Human health and livelihoods are at stake, for fungus costs $60 billion a year in losses to corn, wheat and rice alone, according to their assessment, published by the science journal Nature.

"In both animals and plants, an unprecedented number of fungal and fungal-like species have recently caused some of the most severe die-offs and extinctions ever witnessed in wild species, and are jeopardising food security," it warned.

The paper said a lethal skin fungus called Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, discovered in 1997, has infected 500 species of frogs and toads in 54 countries, on all continents where amphibians are found.

Some areas of Central America have lost more than 40 percent of their amphibian species.

Bats in North America and Canada are being decimated by "white nose syndrome," a pathogen called Geomyces destructans, which causes a white fungal patch to grow on their muzzles. The fungus is believed to have a natural home in cave soil.

Species of the Microsporidia family of fungus are being blamed in part for for so-called colony collapse disorder among honeybees.

In tropical climates, the fungus Fusarium solani is causing eggs laid by the loggerhead turtle to fail to hatch, while a soft coral, the sea fan, is in decline, its immune system depressed by a soil fungus.

A pathogen called Magnaporthe oryzae, causing a disease called rice blast, has led to losses of 10-35 percent in the rice harvest in 85 countries.

Another fast-emerging concern for farmers is wheat rust, caused by Puccinia graminis. A strain called Ug99 can cause 100-percent crop loss, helped by farmers' over-dependence on a single wheat type.

Fungal destruction of these crops, and also of corn, potatoes and soybeans, currently amounts to 125 million tonnes a year, according to the study. Tackling this problem would be enough to feed one in 12 of the world's population.

Fungus is spread by tough, virulent and long-living spores that can be borne by wind or water.

But human intervention, through trade, transport and global warming, is accelerating its spread, the study said.

For instance, the amphibian fungus B. dendrobatidis has gained a foothold in some ecoystems by the introduction of the North American bullfrog, which is resistant to the disease.

In the mid-19th century, a fungus called Phytophthora infestans triggered a catastrophic disease in potatoes known as late blight, causing millions of deaths from famine and an exodus to America.

The fungus originated in the Andes but hitched a ride in tubers to Mexico, and from there to the United States and finally to Ireland, according one theory.

"Crop losses due to fungal attack challenge food security and threaten biodiversity, yet we are woefully inadequate at controlling their emergence and proliferation," said Sarah Gurr, a professor of molecular plant pathology at Oxford University.

Addressing fungal epidemics starts at the bottom, with better understanding of how the pathogen interacts with hosts and the environment. In terms of action, "effective prevention and timely control" are best, as these stop an early outbreak in its tracks, according to the study.

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Several Things To Consider For Bff Bracelets Which Can Be Used ...

Just what is a ?ally? or ?BFF?? The term can easily not be thrown around loosely. Not merely everybody can be called your best friend. A best friend is a title held for the few and also the privileged. Each person ought to have an ally. Everyone wants a best friend. Each one of us is an individual?s ally. Good or poor, thrilled or regrettable our BFF may always be by our side. They are there to share our sensibilities and life encounters. BFF is the most crucial ingredient of our life. Sometimes they seem to be to be the glue that holds our life collectively.

Do you value your friendships? Is your best friend cherished? Does your ally know exactly how much you care and also value their companionship? Are you thinking of buying a present for your best friend for an exclusive affair? There is nothing at all in this globe that may match a best friend?s friendship, so if you would like to say thanks to your buddy for all that they has offered you, at that point you must think of a superb present as an expression of your regard and also recognition.

The saying ?Friendship with oneself is all crucial, considering without it one can easily not be buddies by having anyone else in the planet?.

Relationship Bracelets are multicolored modest signs of friendship which is made by one good friend for a couple of the unique buddy. In some nations folks call them ?Companionship Bands?. These are the Expressions of love, care and love. Their niche is that they are hand made. These relationship bracelets are composed of vivid string and also embroidery floss. Such bands are made up of knots which expresses the ?Durability of Relationship?. It reveals that ?Our Friendship is not weak, it is knotted firmly, and it won?t be able to be broken effortlessly?.

Typically, companionship bracelets have certainly been given from one good friend to another. In the beginning made in demand in the 70s during the time of tranquility and also affection, they are emblematic, meaningful, and also may even be pretty fashionable. At times, companionship bracelets might simply be a simple piece of cord, yet additional times, you could desire to particular a little something a little more lengthy lasting to show your recognition as well as pride.

Today, companionship manacles are still in demand and also right now, they are a lot more fashionable than ever. Silver manacles are the number one alternative, as they offer you the flexibility to inscribe a personal message, initials or a secret stating between you as well as your BFF. You can easily choose in between a heart, oval or round shaped tab as well as additional. Artists are consistently coming out with new models and also varieties to support the relationships that are represented by these bands worldwide. Look online for the latest models that certainly not only look wonderful, but additionally are entirely inexpensive.

Another alternative for friendship bands are those that incorporate shades and also symbolic representations. For instance, receive your bestie a band with her birthstone or best-loved shade. Take up a matching one for yourself and also you?ll be a set. Bands do not need to be marked with the word ?companionship? for you to grant them as presents. You can turn any sort of manacle into a relationship manacle. Try an appeal manacle embellished with symbolic representations that identify with her favorite activities, sports and also pastimes. Present it with a card as well as an effectively written message for a thorough bundle that will be much appreciated. Companionship manacles can be given in between two good friends, or a whole entire party.

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