Laura Matthews

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Laura is a U.S. politics reporter for the International Business Times. She was always fascinated by the BBC World News each morning on the radio in Jamaica. That, and a love for writing led her to a masters in journalism from Columbia University and a bachelors in media and communication from the University of the West Indies, Mona. She has worked for Gannett's Pacific Daily News in Guam, the Jamaica Observer, the Jamaica Gleaner, the Nassau Guardian in the Bahamas and Choices magazine for whom she ghost wrote the guidebook Help Your Child With Career Choice.

Apple’s Mac OS X Lion Launched Today

The Mac OS X Lion is available as an upgrade to the Mac OS X version 10.6.6 Snow Leopard. The operating system, which boasts more than 250 features, can be downloaded for $29.99.

Injuries Forced Yao Ming to Retire from NBA [VIDEO]

Ming, 30, announced his retirement during a press conference in his hometown. The 7-fooot-6 center from China said at the end of last year he suffered a third foot fracture that caused him to leave the basketball court. Those injuries also forced him to retire.

Latest Pictures of Casey Anthony Released from Orange County Jail.

Bluegrass Fair Displays a Casey Anthony Dunking Booth [VIDEO]

The Bluegrass Fair organizers created the Casey Anthony Dunking Booth and have made it a center attraction at the fair.

Who is Aaron Swartz, the JSTOR MIT Hacker? [FULL TEXT]

The indictment also states that Swartz, a former fellow at Harvard University's Center for Ethics, used MIT's computer networks to steal more than 4 million articles from JSTOR, a nonprofit that archives academic journals.

Study: Parents are Teens' Sexual Role Models

The research from the University of Montreal shows that 45 percent of teens do consider their parents their sexuality role models. It has been long stereotyped that children don't listen to their parents' advice when it comes to sex. But the research shows that only 32 percent of teenagers look to their friends as sexual role models, while 15 percent look to celebrities.

Lamar Odom Car Accident Victim Dies from Injuries: Report

The New York teen's family confirmed his death and told TMZ that he sustained serious head injuries from the collision. He was taken to a hospital and died the following day after surgery, according to TMZ, which said the boy was buried on Monday.

CDC Findings Show a Rise in Obesity Rates in America

The latest trend data show that the rate of obesity in the U.S. is still high and that 12 states have reported an obesity prevalence of 30 person or higher among adults.

Woman Accused of Groping TSA Agent Gets Support From Online Community

A Facebook profile to Acquit Yukari Mihamae, the 61-year-old charged for allegedly grabbing the breast of a female TSA agent, began over the weekend. It now has some 2,400 supporters and the is number increases daily.

Sean Hoare: Police Investigation Continues, Post-Mortem Underway

London police are still investigating the unexplained death of whistleblower Sean Hoare who was found dead at his apartment on Monday.

Apple’s Profit Could Rise on iPad Sales, No-Contract iPhone to Come?

Apple Inc. could see a 69 percent increase in its quarterly profits from its iPad and Mac computer sales, according to a Bloomberg report.

Sean Hoare: Police Say There Are No Suspicious Circumstances Surrounding Whistleblower’s Death

Authorities said the circumstances surrounding the death of former News of the World reporter Sean Hoare doesn't appear to be suspicious.

Lady Gaga Dishes on Sex, Drugs and Fame in Howard Stern Chat

The megastar told Stern that she doesn't care too much for money, as she still lives in a tiny apartment in Brooklyn. In fact, Lady Gaga said she only bought two things with the money she has made: a heart surgery and a car for her father.

Former Texas Rangers pitching great Nolan Ryan

Nolan Ryan Hospitalized, to Test for Heart Condition

Nolan Ryan, president and chief executive officer for the Texas Rangers, has been hospitalized in Houston and will undergo tests for a heart condition, a Rangers press release stated.

Apple Testing LCD Display for iPad 3?

Two of the world's largest makers of liquid crystal display, Samsung Electronics and LG Display, could be pretty close to closing a deal from Apple Inc, according to reports.

NASA Space Shuttle Atlantis: Shuttle Firsts and Lasts [PHOTOS]

Survey: More Consumers Want iPhone Over Android

Forty-six percent of 4,163 consumers surveyed are looking to buy an iOS device, while 32 percent said they will be getting a device with Google Android OS.

Charlie Sheen Lands New Series Called 'Anger Management'

Charlie Sheen will make his return to television starring in a series called Anger Management. While the show does not yet have a home network, it will be produced by Lionsgate Television.

HTC myTouch 4G Slide (right) and iPhone 4

HTC to Appeal Ruling on Violation of Apple Patents

A preliminary ruling from the U.S. International trade Commission, or ITC, found that Taiwanese smartphone maker HTC Corp infringed two of Apple Inc.'s patents.

Rebekah Brooks is driven out of Rupert Murdoch's flat in central London

Murdoch Scandal Leads to Resignation From Top Cops, Cameron to Keep Parliament Session [FULL TEXT, PHOTOS]

British Prime Minister David Cameron will shorten an overseas trip in order to keep a parliament session on the phone hacking scandal.

Northern white-cheeked crested gibbon (Nomascus leucogenys), Vietnam. Adult female grooming male.

Rare Gibbon Population Found in Vietnam Considered the Largest Remaining [PHOTOS]

Wildlife group Conservation International has confirmed that it's a population of 130 groups, 455 animals, which has now become the highest priority for conservation action for the species globally.

Casey Anthony Released from Jail, Lawyer Tells Public to Respect Jury Verdict [PHOTOS]

The Florida mom was accused of murdering her daughter in 2008, but her acquittal on July 5 has angered many. She was however, found guilty of lying to officers investigating the toddler's disappearance, but because of time served Casey Anthony walked free on Sunday.

Nelson Mandela Turns 93, Inspires Community Service Worldwide [PHOTOS]

Mandela has been receiving a lot positive messages and best wishes from all over the world. But his birthday is inspiring an international day of community service.

Women’s World Cup Final: Broke Record for the Most Tweets per Second [PHOTOS]

The match drew 7,196 tweets per second.

Mila Kunis Marine Ball: ‘I am Attending’ [VIDEO]

Mila Kunis shuts down rumors once and for all confirming that she will be going to the Marine Ball with Sgt. Scott Moore.

Brooklyn Missing Boy's Parents Didn’t Go to Funeral [PHOTOS]

Nachman and Esther Kletzky aren't aware that their son was dismembered by his murderer Levi Aron

Buy Kate Middleton’s Car on eBay? [PHOTOS]

If you have eight days and 23 hours left to spare you can head to ebay to buy Middleton's old car, an indigo blue Volkswagen golf.

Elin Nordegren: How She Met Her Big-bucks New Boyfriend Jamie Dingman [PHOTOS]

Elin Nordegren has been seen around town with a new main squeeze Jamie Dingman, the investor son of billionaire Michael Dingman.

Anna Paquin Likes Hooking up With Her Husband on Screen [PHOTOS]

Oscar winner Anna Paquin has no problems filming sex scenes with her husband Stephen Moyer, who plays her boyfriend in the HBO hit series True Blood.

Levi Aron Confession: Suspect Hears Voices, Possible Insanity Defense?

Levi Aron's confession could lead to an insanity defense, as his lawyer is saying Aron, who allegedly admitted to murdering Leiby Kletzky, the eight year old Brooklyn boy who went missing on Monday, hears voices, hallucinates and should get his head checked.