Clearwire, the Kirkland wireless-broadband provider, has resumed talks with Sprint Nextel on a possible joint venture to build a nationwide…

Unlocked iPhones using unauthorized wireless service
Owners of Apple’s iPhone may have unlocked an “astounding” 1 million handsets to run on unauthorized wireless networks, depriving the company…

Mudslides halt Amtrak service between seattle and L.A.
Amtrak service between seattle and Los Angeles has been suspended until at least Jan. 31 due to massive mudslides over the tracks north of Chemult, Ore.

Britney’s behavior is big bucks for business
After the Britney Spears soap opera rode a police-escorted gurney to its apex, celeb-mag sales spiked, traffic jammed gossip Web sites, tabloid TV ratings rose and paparazzi photo prices surged.

Everett Mountain Rescue always on the job
They were among the first organized group of search-and-rescue teams in the country. Now, the group works closely with the sheriff’s office, but operates as its own nonprofit organization.

Online music service postponed
A distributor of Internet file-swapping software abruptly postponed the launch of its free online music service until it can finalize music…

Wash. lawmakers consider bill of rights for air passengers
Washington state lawmakers want to pass a law requiring airlines to provide food, water, clean toilets and fresh air to passengers stuck on the ground for three hours or more.

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