The blogosphere is replete with a level of raw sexism and degrading language never before seen, but the political impact of the vitriol is uncertain.

Tobacco case could limit state powers
The Supreme Court took up a little-noted case Wednesday that could prove a landmark in the era of Internet commerce and deal a setback to…

Facebook s Beacon Shines Annoying Light on Consumer Purchases
Facebook’s supposedly innovative new advertising feature called Beacon is quickly turning into a disaster for the popular social network. The feature annoys users and ruins the holiday experience by broadcasting Facebook users’ recent product purchases such as books, movies, apparel and other gifts. The federal government might be disturbingly interested in people’s book purchases […]

What $100 oil would cost you
Even if the price of oil doesn’t breach the $100 mark, its recent rise is starting to bite - at the pump, the airline ticket counter and possibly in your home. Leading Indicators Read full story for latest details. Retail Sales Dec. 13 The early bird gets the discount […]

Looking for LJ
Seems the Australian national team could be in a similar state as the Storm, if the WNBA franchise relocates. All-Star Lauren Jackson said she wouldn’t play in Oklahoma City, thus skipping the WNBA season next summer in order to prepare for the 2008 Olympics. But the Opals, her national team, knows she and Penny Taylor will not be around forever, so they’re looking for the next Jackson. The Aussie plans to return to Australia next week to spend time with her family then she is returning to the U.S. to tour with the Opals. She was somber following her exit interviews with staff but didn’t have many answers, saying she’ll need more time to distance herself from everything and to watch the games on tape. During the WNBA offseason, Jackson will play overseas in Russia along with Storm teammate Sue Bird. Tanisha Wright is returning to Isreal, and forward Shyra Ely received a T-Mobile internship through the WNBA and will return Oct. 1 to work in its marketing department. If Janell Burse decides to play overseas, and the money says she will, she’ll return to the Prague team. Iziane Castro Marques and Ashley Robinson were undecided about overseas plans, but Izi is planning to miss part of next summer to help Brazil qualify for the Olympics at a last-chance tournament in July. The league is taking an Olympics break in August and Castro Marques would return after that. Brazil could qualify at the tournament in Chile next month, but Bird’s Team USA also is in the field, a tough draw to beat.

Dogs find people buried deep in snow
Jeff Mielcarz buries himself in snow to see if a dog can find him. Human Guinea Pigs Hello Readers, I’m really excited to introduce you to the Human Guinea Pigs. Who are they exactly? They’re three guys who will subject themselves to just about anything for the sake of science. They tackle […]

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