Intel transistors go 3-D
Intel unveiled 3-D transistors, which have the ability to boost computing speeds and conserve energy.
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Brammo partners on six-speed cycle
Brammo Inc. announced a partnership with Italy’s S.M.R.E. Engineering to release two six-speed transmission motorcycle models.
Collaborative Life Sciences Building moves forward
PSU, OHSU and OSU learned this week they have the money they need to begin construction on the $190 million Collaborative Life Sciences Building.
Laika signs on for two more movies
Portland animation studio Laika signed on to release two more movies with Focus Features, which distributed “Coraline.”
Thousands expected to attend Cabela’s opening
Cabela’s first Oregon store is opening in Springfield’s Gateway Mall today, and is expected to draw thousands of visitors.
On the Scene at the Oregon CEO Summit
About 160 business leaders and Oregon State University students and faculty members gathered in Portland to hear about the role of innovation in business from prominent CEOs representing the core industries of Oregon.
New med school brings jobs
The city of Lebanon will be the home of Oregon’s new medical school when the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest (Comp-Northwest) opens its doors to its 105 freshmen July 30. It will also bring dozens of jobs to a city that needs them.
High demand drains unemployment fund
An unemployment fund created for Oregonians who have been out of work for over two years is running out of money due to unexpectedly high demand.
Health insurance rate increase prompts public hearing
Regence BlueCross BlueShield wants to raise health insurance premiums by 22%, prompting state insurance regulators to schedule a rare public hearing.
Nail techs face challenges
From being illegally classified as independent contractors, to losing the option to take a licensing test in Vietnamese, Oregon’s nail technicians face many challenges.