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Associate of arms dealer Viktor Bout extradited to New York

May 24, 2013 20:36
By Chris Francescani NEW YORK (Reuters) - A U.S-Syrian citizen accused of conspiring with jailed Russian arms dealer Viktor Bout has been extradited to New York from Australia to face charges he conspired to buy aircraft in violation of economic sanctions, federal prosecutors said on Friday. Richard Ammar Chichakli is scheduled to be arraigned in federal magistrate court in Manhattan on Saturday, the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Preet Bharara, said in a statement.

Charlie Sheen to use real name in "Machete Kills"

Agencia EFEMay 24, 2013 19:33
Los Angeles, May 24 (EFE).- For the first time in his career, Charlie Sheen will use his real name, Carlos Estevez, in the credits of the movie "Machete Kills," a decision that contrasts a past statement that he does not feel "Latino." Celebrity-news Web site TMZ.com published a shot from the film, to premiere September in the United States, which shows Sheen carrying an assault rifle while a super on the screen says "and introducing Carlos Estevez."

Jihadist group threatens more Niger attacks

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 19:16
A jihadist group that claimed twin suicide bombings that killed at least 20 people in northern Niger threatened Friday to launch more attacks, as residents sorted through the devastating aftermath of the unprecedented blasts. Signatories in Blood -- the group whose brazen seizure of an Algerian gas plant in January left 38 hostages dead -- said it would continue attacking Niger until the country withdraws its forces from neighbouring Mali, where they are part of a French-led military campaign against Al-Qaeda-linked Islamists.

N. Korean envoy meets China president: state media

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 19:15
A North Korean envoy met China's President Xi Jinping in Beijing Friday and handed him a personal letter from leader Kim Jong-Un, Chinese state-run media reported. Choe Ryong-Hae told Xi that North Korea is willing to take positive actions to solve problems through dialogue, the official Xinhua news agency said, after months of high tensions over Pyongyang's nuclear programme. The reports did not disclose the contents of the letter.

New Xbox will support 3D gaming and ultra-high definition video

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 19:00
Although both technologies are still in their nascent stages, Microsoft is taking steps to ensure its latest console is ready when they are to enter the mainstream There are currently no ultra-high definition video games on the market -- studios are still struggling to make their titles in full HD -- but that hasn’t deterred Microsoft from building in support for the format into its next-generation Xbox.

New Xbox will support 3D gaming and ultra-high definition video

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 19:00
Although both technologies are still in their nascent stages, Microsoft is taking steps to ensure its latest console is ready when they are to enter the mainstream There are currently no ultra-high definition video games on the market -- studios are still struggling to make their titles in full HD -- but that hasn’t deterred Microsoft from building in support for the format into its next-generation Xbox.

New Xbox will support 3D gaming and ultra-high definition video

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 18:46
Although both technologies are still in their nascent stages, Microsoft is taking steps to ensure its latest console is ready when they are to enter the mainstream There are currently no ultra-high definition video games on the market -- studios are still struggling to make their titles in full HD -- but that hasn’t deterred Microsoft from building in support for the format into its next-generation Xbox.

New Xbox will support 3D gaming and ultra-high definition video

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 18:46
Although both technologies are still in their nascent stages, Microsoft is taking steps to ensure its latest console is ready when they are to enter the mainstream There are currently no ultra-high definition video games on the market -- studios are still struggling to make their titles in full HD -- but that hasn’t deterred Microsoft from building in support for the format into its next-generation Xbox.

Leica creating a buzz with promise of new camera

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 18:16
Premium German camera company Leica is teasing its fans ahead of a surprise launch of a new model.

Tech agenda: CeBIT Australia

Agence France-PresseMay 24, 2013 18:16
Coming up, CeBIT Australia, the biggest event of its kind in the hemisphere will this year provide a special focus on cloud computing as well as showcasing the latest in high-tech innovation. CeBIT AustraliaMay 28-30Sydney, Australia The major high-tech event, billed as the largest of its kind in the country, will this year focus on cloud and big data solutions as well as the latest developments in technology and communications. Expect over 450 exhibitors and 3000 tech experts offering one-on-one advice and hands-on demonstrations.http://www.cebit.com.au/
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