What We’re Reading: Facebook Privacy
Cutting the cable, an Android app for Twitter and Facebook’s privacy policy top the reading list.
White House Memo: Shadow of Katrina Hangs Over Official Response to Spill
There’s a world of difference between the impact of an oil spill and a deadly hurricane. And the White House hopes it stays that way.
Pogue’s Posts: The Distracted Driving Video
The behind the scenes look at the making of the most recent David Pogue video.
For Fishermen, Spill Closes Door and Opens Another
Those who make their living on the Gulf may be forced to work for the company they blame for the spill.
Solution to Capping Well Stays Elusive
Experts are focusing on a stack of heavy equipment below the surface of the gulf that is supposed to seal a well quickly in the event of a burst of energy.
BP Is Criticized Over Oil Spill, but U.S. Missed Chances to Act
As oil edged toward the Louisiana coast and officials assailed BP America’s response, a government agency also said the flow from a seabed oil well could grow much larger.
How Does Technology Affect Kids’ Friendships?
Experts are examining whether technology alters the nature of children’s friendships.
Overhead and on the Ground, Waiting for a Potential Environmental Disaster to Hit
Efforts to stanch the flow of oil into the Gulf of Mexico continued as winds drove the slick closer to shore.
Chinese Rules Said to Threaten Proprietary Information
A concern is that the rules would permit key foreign technologies to leak to Chinese competitors who are seeking to build a technology industry on a par with the West.
Business Briefing | Company News: Apple to Shut Down Lala Music Site
Lala, the online music service, will be shut down on May 31, five months after Apple bought the start-up.
Help Capture a Moment, May 2, 15:00 U.T.C.
A photography blog seeks your help in capturing a global moment on Sunday, May 2.
India Wary of Chinese Telecom Equipment
The Indian government requires Indian mobile operators to get security clearance before purchasing any equipment.
Leaked Memo Sees Bigger Oil Risk
Authorities say a warning about rising oil flows was a scenario, not a forecast.