The Daily Populous

Wednesday August 9th, 2017 night edition

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It would end up being the only formal complaint filed under the net neutrality rules.

At one point, Verizon objected to his definition of “Verizon” and proposed its own definition.

Nguyen then objected to Verizon’s objection, saying that Verizon “copied my definition almost verbatim,” which, in fact, it had.

He points to Verizon temporarily blocking the Nexus 7, third-party iPhone 6s, and third-party Nexus 6s.

Because of that, Verizon could still be on the hook for a lot of his complaints, even if the net neutrality order goes down.

If the commission wants to let Verizon off the hook, waiting ought to make that easier.

But he recognizes that it's become even more important now that the net neutrality rules are almost gone. »

LeVar Burton Sued for Using His Reading Rainbow Catchphrase on His Podcast

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Reading Rainbow taught a generation of kids that they could (a) go twice as high as a butterfly, (b) go anywhere, and (c) be anything.

Unfortunately, if you chose to be “LeVar Burton using his classic Reading Rainbow catchphrase,” the place you will go might be court.

The suit is the most recent legal move in a years-long dispute between Burton and the broadcaster that originated the series. »

domain-b.com : 200 liters of fuel made from solar power and the air's carbon dioxide

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The first 200 litres of synthetic fuel have now been produced from solar energy and the air's carbon dioxide by Fischer-Tropsch synthesis under the Soletair project.

"The success of Soletair reflects the importance of international research networks that tackle global challenges and develop applicable solutions."

When opening the Soletair pilot plant, he impressively demonstrated the improved combustion and ignition properties of the synthetic fuel produced compared to conventional fuel. »

Press Conference of the Special Rapporteur

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Center for Economic and Social Rights.

Disclaimer: These websites are not managed by the Office of the United Nations High Commissioner for Human Rights.

Their content do not necessarily reflect the official position of the United Nations. »

Leah Remini Doubles Down on Anti-Scientology Crusade: I Want a Federal Investigation

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Remini also will continue to produce and star in Leah Remini: Scientology and the Aftermath — the second season premieres Aug. 15.

Aftermath has earned Remini, who stars and executive produces the show, an Emmy nomination for best informational series or special.

A Los Angeles Police Department detective later told Remini, "She is fine," which Remini considered an unsatisfying response. »