Universal Music to release download-only recordings
The world’s largest record label will be offering download-only recordings from its extensive back catalog. The company has announced it is setting off on a project to digitize 100,000 recordings. Many of the releases have previously only been available on vinyl. The recordings will be made available through Universal’s online music partners.
Man invents Malaria-fighting Wristwatch
Gervan Lubbe of South Africa has invented a wristwatch to help combat Malaria. The wristwatch pricks the wrist and tests the wearer’s blood four times a day for the parasite that causes the infection. If the parasite is detected, an alarm goes off alerting the wearer who then has 48-hours to take three tablets which will kill off the parasites.
Courtney Love regains custody of her daughter
Courtney Love was awarded full custody of her daughter Frances Bean by a judge on January 16. Love lost custody of Frances Bean last year after violating her probation for using drugs.
Isaac Hayes hospitalized for exhaustion
Soul singer Isaac Hayes checked into a memphis hospital on Tuesday evening. The singer has had a heavy schedule recently.
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