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GM settles last two ‘bellwether’ cases linked to faulty ignition switch

In an emailed statement released on Monday, bigwig automaker General Motors (GM) has revealed that it has settled two lawsuits related to defective ignition switch has caused 124 deaths and 275 injuries.

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InSight receives approval for its rescheduled launch in 2018

NASA has rescheduled InSight mission for May 2018 after its earlier date for launch was postponed due to glitches in its science instrument. In December 2015, the spacecraft’s SEIS was found to have vacuum leak that forced authorities to delay the launch in order to make repairs. The spacecraft was originally scheduled to be launched in May 2016.

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Year-long study foresees extensive applications of AI in North American cities by year 2030

Stanford University’s year-long study has predicted wide applications of artificial intelligence (AI) in North American cities by year 2030. However, it mentioned that the success measure for the rapidly emerging technologies was the value they create for human lives.

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September 1’s rare double eclipse noticed by NASA Astronomers

The US space agency NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory records numerous fascinating sights in its geosynchronous orbit, like intense solar flares and other celestial bodies passing the surface of the sun.

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Those not depressed receive most of treatment, while those who are go untreated

Number of antidepressant prescriptions has climbed up over the past decades, but this rise in prescription has not solved the problem of under-treatment for depression among the masses. In fact, a study has found that the treatment is not given to those who need it the most, but to those who do not seem to be depressed.

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A first in 20 years: Two blue whales Enter New Hampshire Coast

It is not common to spot blue whales in waters off the coast of New Hampshire. On Friday, the uncommon view became possible when two blue whales were seen in the area water. Spotting one is unusual, but there were two whales seen together for the first time in last 20 years.

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Instagram to offer tailored recommendations to users about who to follow

In a move which underscores an apparent effort by Instagram to ensure that its new transient slideshow Instagram Stories feature is addictive, the photo- and video-sharing company has revealed in a Monday announcement that it will be using algorithmically personalized suggestions to help users decide who to follow.

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Google announces full Google Cast integration into Chrome browser

On Monday, web search giant Google announced its Google Cast capability has been fully integrated directly into its Chrome browser. Google Cast is the protocol which powers the Google Chromecast streaming dongle.

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