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Remy Martin to export 'smart' cognac to China to stop fakes
Chinese consumers concerned about counterfeit cognac will soon be able to verify the authenticity of a bottle of Remy Martin via their cellphone, the French cognac giant said.
China-linked hackers get sensitive US defence and intelligence data: report
China-linked hackers appear to have gained access to sensitive background information submitted by US intelligence and military personnel for security clearances that could potentially expose them to blackmail, the Associated Press reported.
A high-tech way to stop drink driving
The US Department of Transportation's National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has showcased a high-tech solution for eradicating drink driving on US roads.
US teen texting and driving dips with state laws
According to a new analysis of nationwide surveys, teens report less texting while driving in the years following statewide bans. But texting while driving rates are still high, the researchers found.
Students develop system to prevent drunk driving
If you've been drinking, you won't get far with AlcoStop, the automotive safety system designed by a group of students at the Institute of Technology of Cintalapa in Mexico.
Fear of missing out drives Net addiction in Japan
For Japanese teenager Sumire, chatting with friends while she sits in the bath or even on the toilet is nothing out of the ordinary. An ever-present smartphone means she, like much of her generation, is plugged in 24/7 — to the growing concern of health professionals.
Japan high school girls on mobiles seven hours a day: survey
High school girls in Japan spend an average of seven hours a day on their mobile phones, a new survey has found, with nearly 10% of them putting in at least 15 hours.
Uber says ride services reduce drunk driving
Uber, a ride service facing legal challenges around the world, released a survey showing that people are less likely to drive home after drinking alcohol after such businesses started operating in their cities.
This breathalyser polices bad breath
The makers of Breeze — a connected take on the traditional gadget that lets you know if it's a good idea to get behind the wheel or not should your recent consumption of alcohol leave you wondering — have now set out to patrol stinky breath.
Online ventures target global Muslim consumer market
From travel guides to shopping portals, new Internet ventures aim to capitalise on the growing "Muslim lifestyle" market, which is expanding beyond food to include areas such as tourism, fashion and credit cards.