Published on April 26, 2010 by Technology Slice
Toyota Sales Still Going Strong – Toyota says its global sales have surged by more than a quarter despite the carmaker having to recall millions of vehicles worldwide because of safety concerns. After recalling about 10 million cars because of safety complaints, Toyota says its global sales surged last month, rising by 26 per cent [...]
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Published on February 17, 2010 by Technology Slice
President Obama has unveiled plans for new nuclear power plants in the U.S. During an appearance a jobs training facility in Maryland, the President stressed the need for “homegrown energy” to reduce U.S. dependence on foreign oil. Obama announced plans to make an eight-billion dollar loan guarantee to help build two new nuclear power reactors [...]
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Published on February 11, 2010 by Technology Slice
Opposition Leader Tony Abbott has condemned the Prime Minister for failing to sack Peter Garrett over the Government’s botched home insulation program. Mr Abbott moved to censure Kevin Rudd in Parliament today after the Opposition bombarded Mr Garrett with questions over whether he acted adequately on safety concerns. The insulation can become electrified if installed [...]
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