Technology
Facebook caught in Israeli-Palestinian divide
Facebook gets harsh lesson in global politics over page calling for Palestinian uprising against Israel's military occupation of the West Bank.
Mainstream tech opens doors for blind people
How conventional technologies like iPhones can help blind people find better, more affordable ways to level the playing field. ...
Japan's earthquake and Google's technology
When the earthquake struck in Japan, technology companies like Google sprang into action to help....
Japan's earthquake-resistant buildings
The reason why more buildings didn't collapse in Japan's earthquake is because engineers prepared them to bend, but not break....
Smart meters, privacy nightmares
Energy companies around the United States are installing smart meters to cut back on energy costs and usage. Privacy advocates are getting nervous....
High-tech schools to get kids interested in science
Japanese educators are trying to make science cool again by building high-tech schools and reaching out to students....
Can cell phones bring down Gadhafi?
The cell phone and other communication devices are some of the most important tools that the United States can use to change the situation in Libya....
Internet freedom or real-world hypocrisy
The revolution in Tunisia is being hailed as a victory for internet freedoms, but government control is causing real problems....
Cyber-activism in Gaza
Cyber activists "Gaza Youth Breaks Out" take heart from the Tunisian overthrow of the government....
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Mark Elliot (24 May, 2012 12:35:17)'Accidents' aren't keeping people from riding a bike; collisions owing to reckless operation of a motor vehicle indeed to keep folks in four wheels instead ... -
Ferrit (23 May, 2012 09:02:08)The whole judicial system is corrupt, I have been trying to settle a case in Rawalpindi court for the last 7 years with no success. The ...
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Ana (23 May, 2012 06:31:34)Who Could Refuse to Protect the Rainforest of Brazil and Feed 9 Billion People? Anyone looking at Brazil on the map sees a huge swath of ...
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john2397 (23 May, 2012 04:50:31)Looks like the major powers are ready for the new and the most deadly WAR on false ground and unwise premises. If Iran is ready ...
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Brian Adams (23 May, 2012 03:27:25)I'm surprised tourism hasn't increased to see the wreck!