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Credit-Gas Theft, Fraud Epidemic; Credit-Cardless Online Shopping Gets Easier
There are a lot going on in the credit card industry, from credit card and gas related theft and fraud to online shopping without credit cards. Forbes reports on each of this credit card news. First, there is a fast spreading epidemic in the credit-card and gas-station industries where thieves are pumping gas illegally for profit. Meanwhile, a new Swedish checkout service allows people to shop online without using credit cards.
Study Shows Extra Screen Time Reduce Teenagers' Academic Performance
A study by British Scientists found that teenagers who spend too much time on the internet, TV or playing computer games reduce their academic performance. According to Fox News, the study conducted by researchers from Cambridge University involves 800 students from age 14 to 15. The study found that teenagers who spend one extra hour on their computer, mobile device, and TV screens have two grades worse in exams than those who don't. The study found that physical activity had no effect on the teenagers' academic performances.
Pfizer's Arthritis Drug Patent Rejected in India
Pfizer Inc. has failed again in enforcing its intellectual property rights in India. The giant pharmaceutical's patent on its rheumatoid arthritis drug, Tofacitinib, was rejected in the country.
Prince Harry and his former girlfriend Chelsy Davy giving their romance a second chance
The 30-year-old royal prince, Harry and his former Zimbabwean socialite girlfriend, Chelsy Davy consider giving their relationship a second chance after the two had a serious talk. The former couple met while travelling in South Africa.