Mainland China has opened its first halfway house for Internet addicts, offering shell-shocked teenagers counselling, books—and the use of computers.
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China Opens First Halfway House for Gaming Addicts
In Politics, God is Winning
A recent PEW survey on attitudes to religion in the United States finds that way more people believe liberals are too God-hating than believe conservatives are too Bible-thumping.
RSS Still Slow to Catch On
Really Simple Syndication (RSS) has marketers’ attention but most US employees do not know what it is.
Cell Phones Taking Over as Timepieces
Ask graphic designer Parker Weintz the time and he doesn’t look to his wrist, he pulls a cell phone out of his pocket — and he’s not alone.
New-Born Albino Pygmy Marmosets
These are the cutest, tiniest little monkeys you’ll ever see.
Pancake Film Becomes a Huge Hit
A student’s film about pancakes has become a worldwide hit after he put it out on the internet. James Provan shot the video in his flat as a tribute to his favourite snack and placed it on the YouTube website.
Super Sneaky Light Bulb Camera
Fitting a hidden camera in a light bulb is a very sneaky idea. It’s very easy to install because it attaches to the main electrical system and there’s no need for batteries. And, since it’s already in the wall, you can connect to the camera signals remotely via the electrical wires.
Five-Year High School Proposed
Mayor Daley suggested Thursday that high school be extended for a fifth year to defray college education costs now squeezing working poor and middle-class families.
