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More colleges fish for funds
Federal earmarks flow to schools, mostly for R&D, in a way that critics say circumvents needed competition. Christian Science Monitor | Learning on July 31, 2006 at 7:45 p.m..

Surprising Progress on Plan B
The FDA might make emergency contraception available over the counter after all, for adults only. In Sex Drive Daily. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 5:46 p.m..

Former Wired Editor Dies in Race
Bill Goggins, an influential figure at Wired magazine for a decade, collapses and dies while running in the San Francisco Marathon. Colleagues remember him as a man with wide-ranging appetites who helped give the magazine its bite. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 5:46 p.m..

E3 Trade Show Is No More
Organizers of the Electronic Entertainment Expo announce that the glitzy trade show has been cancelled, to be replaced with a more "intimate, targeted" event in 2007. Reactions on the Game|Life blog. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 4:45 p.m..

Remote Control Car Starters
Warm up your car from a mile a way. In Gear Factor. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 2:46 p.m..

Verizon: Still No MP3 Ringtones
Verizon ditches the monthly music fee and adds MP3 support to its "Chocolate" phone, but still won't let subscribers use plain old MP3 ringtones even if they're legal. In Listening Post. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 1:46 p.m..

Fuel Alternatives Urgently Needed
Ther growing demand for fuel and risks to the economy require a serious commitment to exploring petroleum alternatives. In Autopia. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 12:45 p.m..

Cooking Up a Gaming Revolution
Interactive cookbook software is helping the Nintendo DS find an untapped audience in Japan. Could this herald a Long Tail approach to the game market? Commentary by Chris Kohler. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 3:46 a.m..

The Moddy Mahem of Half-Life 2
How a fave PC shooter became a platform for DIY weirdness. By James Lee from Wired magazine. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 3:46 a.m..

Streets Get Clean, Cars Stay Put
Milan city officials test a street-cleaning technique that doesn't force people to move their automobiles. Some lucky residents will get fewer parking tickets and enjoy the convenience. Nicole Martinelli reports from Milan. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 3:46 a.m..

Pinch My Ride
Ignition keys with signal-emitting chips were supposed to put car thieves out of business. No such luck -- but try telling that to your insurance company. By Brad Stone from Wired magazine. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 3:45 a.m..

Guidance Counselor: ParentsÂ’ Rights (and Wrongs)
Dealing with the 'Dumping MonsterÂ’; Can you call? Can you see their grades? WhatÂ’s a mother to do? From New York Times: Education on July 31, 2006 at 3:45 a.m..

A Language to Air News of America to the World
A branch of Voice of America uses Special English, with a 1,500-word vocabulary and short, simple phrases, in its broadcasts. From New York Times: Education on July 31, 2006 at 3:45 a.m..

Passing Down the Legacy of Conservatism
Everywhere young conservatives turn there are conferences, seminars and reading lists that promote its core thinkers. From New York Times: Education on July 31, 2006 at 3:45 a.m..

NWS to Upgrade in Hurricane Areas
The government's equipment for monitoring wind speed is run by electricity without backup and often fails during storms. Lack of accurate information affects damage claims and Congress authorizes funds for an upgrade. From Wired News on July 31, 2006 at 2:45 a.m..

To take the yawn out of math equations, teach the teachers
To boost student achievement, the US Department of Education sends star teachers on tour to share their ideas. From Christian Science Monitor | Learning on July 31, 2006 at 12:45 a.m..

On your mark, get set: Science!
Inspired by a Japanese cooking show, the 'Iron Science Teacher' aims for comprehension, not cuisine. From Christian Science Monitor | Learning on July 31, 2006 at 12:45 a.m..