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Chagas Disease in US: Mother Gave Child "New Aids of America"; 300k Infected

The first U.S. case of the deadly Chagas disease being passed from mother to baby has been reported, as a two-year-old baby boy was confirmed to have the disease many are touting to be the "new AIDS of America." The boy was in fact born in Virginia at just 29 weeks gestation in August 2010 - doctors had found that the boy had signs of jaundice as well as excess fluid around his heart, abdomen and lungs. However, they initially believed the cause was simply a result of a bacterial infection...

DNSChanger Malware: Check If Your Computer is Infected for Monday; Mac Users Safe

Internet users must be prepared for the computer virus which will affect thousands of users on Monday. The DNS Changer Malware will affect computers running the Windows OS next week. Apple users need not fear this virus. To check whether your computer will be free from the affect of the malware, make sure you go to www.dns-ok.us/. This web page is actually becoming a hot internet trend right now as millions log on to check if their computer is clean.

Caravaggio: Italian's Art Work Discovered? Could Be Worth $900 Million

Art historians in Italy have claimed to have discovered nearly 100 early works of Caravaggio. If proven to be true, the works by the young Caravaggio could fetch be worth an astonishing $900 million, according to LA Times. Researches reportedly found dozens of early drawings by Caravaggio in the collection of master Milanese artist Simone Peterzano, the teacher who taught him between 1584 to 1588. But these works were not hidden anywhere, they were at Milan's Sforza Castle, and in plain sight...

Jelly Bean Update for Samsung Galaxy S2?

While many Android smartphone users are still waiting for their 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich update, the latest Jelly Bean ROM has already started making its rounds on the internet. The unofficial Jelly Bean ROM, which is the new upcoming OS that was announced by Google earlier this year, has been floating online. One of these in particular may be aimed at the Samsung Galaxy S2, a phone that originally comes with 2.3 Gingerbread OS.

Michigan Heat Wave 2012: Scorching Temperatures to Top 100 Degrees

A heat wave is sweeping across America, with temperatures expecting to hit over 100 degrees in Michigan. Thunderstorms have caused trees to topple over and knock off the power from thousands of homes and businesses in Michigan and to add more misery, temperatures are set to be record high.

UFC 148 Fight Card: After Starring With Russell Crowe and Lucy Liu, Cung Le Seeks UFC Win

For Cung Le, 2012 should be a big year. His film Dragon Eyes, in which he co-starred with Jean-Claude Van Damme, went direct to video, but the expectations are much bigger for his next film, The Man With the Iron Fists, which sees him star alongside Russell Crowe and Lucy Liu with a screenplay written by Eli Roth (Hostel) and marking the directorial debut of Wu-Tang Clan mastermind RZA. Right now, though, Le has a more pressing - and...

iPad Mini Release Date in October To Kill Kindle Fire and Nook?

New reports have claimed that Apple is preparing to release its iPad Mini as early as October 2012. The smaller sized version of its bestselling iPad tablet has been touted for months, but it now seems that its release could be landing before the end of the year. It is believed that the new iPad Mini could have a screen size of about 7 to 8 inches and will likely not feature its popular HD Retina display released on its latest larger iPad.

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West Fashion Week in Paris

Kim Kardashian and Kanye West enjoyed Paris Fashion Week Couture 2012. Kim Kardashian and Kanye West enjoyed Paris Fashion Week Couture 2012. Kim had a fashion show start an hour late due to her late arrival.