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Tornadoes kill five in US state of Oklahoma
Washington (AFP) May 10, 2010
Multiple tornadoes killed at least five people Monday in the central US state of Oklahoma, the Oklahoman daily said on its website.
The Oklahoma Emergency Management Department said there were injuries from the severe storms and tornadoes they spawned statewide, but offered no numbers.
However, a hospital spokeswoman told the daily that five people were being treated at the city's Moore ... more
Clean Dirty Water With Roots Meshed In Waste Materials
University Park PA (SPX) May 10, 2010
Plant roots enmeshed in layers of discarded materials inside upright pipes can purify dirty water from a washing machine, making it fit for growing vegetables and flushing toilets, according to Penn State horticulturists.
"Our global fresh water supplies are fast depleting," said Robert D. Cameron, doctoral student in horticulture. "So it is critical that we begin to look at alternatives o ... more
Omnifocus camera set to sweep industry
Toronto (UPI) May 7, 2010
An "omnifocus" video camera that answers every surveillance operator's prayer has been developed by researchers at the University of Toronto, the university said.
The video camera, based on a new distance-mapping principle, is expected to have both defense and civilian industry applications, including medical sciences and coverage of news and television entertainment.
The camera ... more
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