New U.S.-Russian space crew ready to go[ Mon, 31 May 2010 19:09:16 GMT ]The next U.S.-Russian crew for the international space station said Monday they are fully ready for their mission even though they initially flunked one of their tests.

Ancient Egyptian mayor’s ‘lost tomb’ found[ Mon, 31 May 2010 03:39:12 GMT ]Archaeologists have discovered the 3,300-year-old tomb of the ancient Egyptian capital's mayor, whose resting place had been lost under the desert sand since 19th-century treasure hunters first carted off some of its decorative wall panels.

Pakistan lifts Facebook ban after page removed[ Mon, 31 May 2010 12:29:02 GMT ]Pakistan lifted a ban on Facebook on Monday after officials from the social networking site apologized for a page deemed offensive to Muslims and removed its contents, a top information technology official said.

Apple reports iPad sales have topped 2 million[ Mon, 31 May 2010 17:21:50 GMT ]Apple Inc. said Monday that iPad sales have topped 2 million since its launch nearly two months ago.

Facebook app donates status to a fallen soldier[ Mon, 31 May 2010 17:20:43 GMT ]In partnership with the White House Commission on Remembrance, Facebook debuts an application to remember the more than 2 million American soldiers who died in service.

Apple appeal in Japan is turning the tables[ Mon, 31 May 2010 09:07:41 PDT ]The appeal of Apple products in Japan isn't noticed much in the States. But it should be.

Woman, hit by car, sues Google for faulty directions[ Mon, 31 May 2010 09:49:43 PDT ]A woman who is following Google Maps walking directions on her BlackBerry gets hit as she walks along a highway. She is suing Google and the driver who hit her.

Skype 2.0 for iPhone: Is it worth it?[ Mon, 31 May 2010 14:29:17 PDT ]An update to Skype's iPhone app opens the door to 3G calling, but after a trial period, callers will have to pay up.

How Google Voice got me out of a bind[ Mon, 31 May 2010 18:46:25 PDT ]For this editor, a broken cell phone plus Google Voice adds up to a quick, smart way out of a communications dead zone.

China duels U.S. on supercomputer speed list[ Mon, 31 May 2010 20:08:10 PDT ]The U.S. Department of Energy's Jaguar system kept the No. 1 spot on the Top500 list, but China's new Nebulae is close behind at No. 2.

Beware Facebook 'hilarious video' scam[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:57:09 EDT ]A Facebook phishing attack is on the loose this weekend -- the third widespread attack on the site in the past three weeks.

Apple: We've sold 2 million iPads[ Mon, 31 May 2010 11:23:29 EDT ]Apple says that it has sold more than 2 million iPads since the device debuted April 3rd.

Rumor: New $100 Apple TV takes aim at the cloud[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:59:44 EDT ]For its next Apple TV, Apple may ditch the set-top box form factor and instead cram a media player into a tiny device running the iPhone OS, according to Engadget.

A slimmer Kindle coming in August?[ Mon, 31 May 2010 12:09:02 EDT ]Amazon plans to unveil a thinner Kindle with a sharper picture in August, according to a Bloomberg News report on Saturday citing anonymous sources.

6 tips for naming your website[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:30:03 EDT ]How do you find that ideal epithet for your blog, website or startup -- one that's snappy and memorable, and that you won't hate by next year? Here's some advice.

Internet addicts guilty of starving baby to death[ Fri, 28 May 2010 22:48:41 GMT ]A South Korean couple were convicted Friday of abandoning their newborn daughter, who starved to death while they addictively played an online game raising a virtual child.

Facebook app donates status to a fallen soldier[ Mon, 31 May 2010 00:15:45 GMT ]In partnership with the White House Commission on Remembrance, Facebook debuts an application to remember the more than 2 million American soldiers who died in service.

Pakistan lifts Facebook ban after page removed[ Mon, 31 May 2010 12:29:02 GMT ]Pakistan lifted a ban on Facebook on Monday after officials from the social networking site apologized for a page deemed offensive to Muslims and removed its contents, a top information technology official said.

Pakistan lifts Facebook ban after page removed[ Mon, 31 May 2010 12:29:02 GMT ]Pakistan lifted a ban on Facebook on Monday after officials from the social networking site apologized for a page deemed offensive to Muslims and removed its contents, a top information technology official said.

Internet addicts guilty of starving baby to death[ Fri, 28 May 2010 22:48:41 GMT ]A South Korean couple were convicted Friday of abandoning their newborn daughter, who starved to death while they addictively played an online game raising a virtual child.

Cosmic Log: Satellites track the spill[ Sat, 29 May 2010 00:52:34 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: You can watch the widening of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill in a new NASA video based on satellite imagery — and there's more where that came from.

Cosmic Log: Satellites track the spill[ Sat, 29 May 2010 00:52:34 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: You can watch the widening of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill in a new NASA video based on satellite imagery — and there's more where that came from.

Ancient Egyptian mayor’s ‘lost tomb’ found[ Mon, 31 May 2010 03:39:12 GMT ]Archaeologists have discovered the 3,300-year-old tomb of the ancient Egyptian capital's mayor, whose resting place had been lost under the desert sand since 19th-century treasure hunters first carted off some of its decorative wall panels.

Ancient Egyptian mayor’s ‘lost tomb’ found[ Mon, 31 May 2010 03:39:12 GMT ]Archaeologists have discovered the 3,300-year-old tomb of the ancient Egyptian capital's mayor, whose resting place had been lost under the desert sand since 19th-century treasure hunters first carted off some of its decorative wall panels.

Facebook app donates status to a fallen soldier[ Mon, 31 May 2010 00:15:45 GMT ]In partnership with the White House Commission on Remembrance, Facebook debuts an application to remember the more than 2 million American soldiers who died in service.

Report: Skype 2.0 with 3G ready for iPhone[ Sun, 30 May 2010 13:42:01 PDT ]iPhone users will finally be able to take advantage of Skype 2.0--with 3G. But they'll eventually have to pay for the privilege.

Report: Skype 2.0 with 3G ready for iPhone[ Sun, 30 May 2010 13:42:01 PDT ]iPhone users will finally be able to take advantage of Skype 2.0--with 3G. But they'll eventually have to pay for the privilege.

Think acupuncture's a hoax? Think again[ Sun, 30 May 2010 15:05:04 PDT ]New research finds that the natural compound adenosine, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, floods tissue that is punctured or aggravated, and may be the secret ingredient in acupuncture.

Think acupuncture's a hoax? Think again[ Sun, 30 May 2010 15:05:04 PDT ]New research finds that the natural compound adenosine, known for its anti-inflammatory properties, floods tissue that is punctured or aggravated, and may be the secret ingredient in acupuncture.

Firefox for Windows starts 64-bit transition[ Mon, 31 May 2010 02:17:30 PDT ]Programmers have begun releasing early versions of 64-bit Firefox. It's scheduled to be mature later this year.

Firefox for Windows starts 64-bit transition[ Mon, 31 May 2010 02:17:30 PDT ]Programmers have begun releasing early versions of 64-bit Firefox. It's scheduled to be mature later this year.

A plea for gadget interface consistency[ Mon, 31 May 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Change is always welcome, except when it's where the basic buttons are on your cell phone. CNET's Josh Lowensohn explains why.

A plea for gadget interface consistency[ Mon, 31 May 2010 06:00:00 PDT ]Change is always welcome, except when it's where the basic buttons are on your cell phone. CNET's Josh Lowensohn explains why.

2 million iPads sold in under 60 days[ Mon, 31 May 2010 06:57:11 PDT ]Apple touts its latest sales figures for the buzz-generating tablet and acknowledges difficulty in keeping up with demand.

2 million iPads sold in under 60 days[ Mon, 31 May 2010 06:57:11 PDT ]Apple touts its latest sales figures for the buzz-generating tablet and acknowledges difficulty in keeping up with demand.

6 tips for naming your website[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:30:03 EDT ]How do you find that ideal epithet for your blog, website or startup -- one that's snappy and memorable, and that you won't hate by next year? Here's some advice.

Beware Facebook 'hilarious video' scam[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:57:09 EDT ]A Facebook phishing attack is on the loose this weekend -- the third widespread attack on the site in the past three weeks.

Lines greet iPad's international debut[ Fri, 28 May 2010 09:40:26 EDT ]Read full story for latest details.

What to expect from Apple next week[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:18:56 EDT ]Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference will kick off in early June with a keynote by Steve Jobs, who will most likely unveil the next version of the iPhone. Here's what we think you'll hear.

What to expect from Apple next week[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:18:56 EDT ]Apple's Worldwide Developers Conference will kick off in early June with a keynote by Steve Jobs, who will most likely unveil the next version of the iPhone. Here's what we think you'll hear.

Court: Pakistan can unblock Facebook[ Mon, 31 May 2010 07:55:34 EDT ]A Pakistani court has ruled that the government can unblock the Facebook on the condition that the Pakistani Telecommunication Authority takes measures to block any objectionable material on the social networking site, a lawyer involved in the case told CNN.

Court: Pakistan can unblock Facebook[ Mon, 31 May 2010 07:55:34 EDT ]A Pakistani court has ruled that the government can unblock the Facebook on the condition that the Pakistani Telecommunication Authority takes measures to block any objectionable material on the social networking site, a lawyer involved in the case told CNN.

Beware Facebook 'hilarious video' scam[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:57:09 EDT ]A Facebook phishing attack is on the loose this weekend -- the third widespread attack on the site in the past three weeks.

6 tips for naming your website[ Mon, 31 May 2010 10:30:03 EDT ]How do you find that ideal epithet for your blog, website or startup -- one that's snappy and memorable, and that you won't hate by next year? Here's some advice.

Cosmic Log: Oil spill's energy lesson for Obama[ Thu, 27 May 2010 22:33:41 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: Professor Richard Muller, author of the new textbook "Physics and Technology for Future Presidents," says Barack Obama could learn a lesson from the Gulf of Mexico oil spill.

Internet addicts guilty of starving baby to death[ Fri, 28 May 2010 22:48:41 GMT ]A South Korean couple were convicted Friday of abandoning their newborn daughter, who starved to death while they addictively played an online game raising a virtual child.

Cosmic Log: Satellites track the spill[ Sat, 29 May 2010 00:52:34 GMT ]Science editor Alan Boyle's Weblog: You can watch the widening of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill in a new NASA video based on satellite imagery — and there's more where that came from.

Ancient Egyptian mayor’s ‘lost tomb’ found[ Mon, 31 May 2010 03:39:12 GMT ]Archaeologists have discovered the 3,300-year-old tomb of the ancient Egyptian capital's mayor, whose resting place had been lost under the desert sand since 19th-century treasure hunters first carted off some of its decorative wall panels.

Facebook app donates status to a fallen soldier[ Mon, 31 May 2010 00:15:45 GMT ]In partnership with the White House Commission on Remembrance, Facebook debuts an application to remember the more than 2 million American soldiers who died in service.

BP fails to plug oil well with 'top kill' method[ Sat, 29 May 2010 16:23:04 PDT ]Next option is to try to capture the oil from the well rather than plug it. The best option for stopping the flow remains drilling a relief well, which is expected to take months.