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A flashlight that detects cancer

Scientists have come up with a new way of diagnosing cancer: flashing light on cells to see if they are abnormal.  Read the full story

'Super tape' can support the weight of a full grown man

By mimicking gecko feet, scientists have developed a powerful reusable tape.  Read the full story

Why America needs a feed-in tariff

Energy futurist Chris Nelder argues for a national feed-in tariff, and predicts that Asia will blow the doors off the U.S. solar PV market.  Read the full story

As the global economy slows, Beijing's recyclers take a hit

In Beijing, an army of street recyclers are beginning to feel the pinch as the global economy slows.  Read the full story

Mexico City security: 'Big Brother' is watching

MEXICO CITY -- Some 13,000 video cameras capture this city's every move, making the Mexican capital one of the most surveilled cities in the world.  Read the full story

Qualcomm enters cable-free electric car charging fray

It's the latest twist in the convergence of communications and transportation. The mobile phone giant acquires a small British firm specializing in wireless charging of EVs.  Read the full story

Paris welcomes robots to upcoming tech and travel conference

PARIS -- The third annual Tourism Technology Conference in the French capital will highlight robots among other industry issues, innovations, and debates.  Read the full story

U.S. solar installers back cheap Chinese imports

A coalition of U.S. solar installers has pitted itself against domestic manufacturers that claim China is unfairly subsidizing its exports.  Read the full story

Windscraper: Integrated wind harvesting for Greece's Piraeus Tower

The winning entry for the Piraeus Tower competition is an eco-friendly relative of skyscrapers and earthscrapers.  Read the full story

Global high-speed rail plans surge ahead

A new study shows that countries around the world have plans to invest in high-speed rail networks in the coming years.  Read the full story

Smart roof earns skating track architecture prize

Thanks to a new, innovative roof, Germany's Speedskating Stadium Inzell has earned the title of best sports building in the 2011 World Architecture Awards.  Read the full story

How light therapy can cure cancer

Researchers discovered that light can be a tool to treat cancer, without damaging surrounding tissue and may soon be used for more specific treatment.  Read the full story

A stylish new possibility for urban beekeepers

Philips has unveiled a sleek, in-home beekeeping system. Is this the future of urban beekeeping?  Read the full story

Fall's new medical ID bracelets: crystals, gold, and texting

TextID is a new bracelet that uses text messaging to relay detailed emergency info about patients to first responders. And also some sparkly, shiny bracelets new this fall season.  Read the full story

China's solar photovoltaic capacity will reach U.S. level this year

A recent report found China's project pipeline will surpass 16 gigawatts this year and will closely match the U.S. commercial solar photovoltaic capacity.  Read the full story

Videos: 5 innovative green mobile apps

Winners of the EPA's mobile apps for the environment challenge, include a nifty light bulb finder, a carbon footprint trip calculator and a city-by-city air quality comparison.  Read the full story

Zero Motorcycles unveils 2012 lineup; 114-mile range

Zero Motorcycles' new 2012 model lineup includes a model that is capable of going 100 miles without a recharge, an industry first.  Read the full story

'Smart condo' will monitor, model the elderly

Canadian researchers are studying elderly patients as they live in an "independent living" facility laden with sensors and other technology to track their daily activities.  Read the full story

How do you define a city?

What is a city, exactly? A population center? A cultural one? A self-sufficient series of systems? David Pilling questions the definitions in the Financial Times.  Read the full story

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