Mar 10, 2010 12:43PM

Global agency reconsiders `.xxx' for porn sites (AP)

AP - A global Internet oversight agency is reopening discussions about whether to create a ".xxx" domain name as an online red-light district where porn sites can set up shop away from the wandering eyes of children and teenagers.

Mar 10, 2010 01:19PM

OnLive game streaming service to start in June (AP)

AP - In an industry first, a new gaming service will start allowing people to "stream" popular high-end games such as "Assassin's Creed II" over the Internet in June, using a mechanism similar to watching TV shows or listening to music online.

Mar 10, 2010 11:12AM

MySpace outlines makeover after exec shake up (AP)

AP - Long ago lapped by Facebook in popularity and with fast-growing Twitter on its tail, MySpace is planning a series of updates over the next months that will link its users' posts to the other social networking sites more easily and carve out its niche as an entertainment hub more clearly.

Mar 10, 2010 10:01AM

Google to digitize old books from Rome, Florence (AP)

AP - Google said Wednesday it will scan up to 1 million old books in national libraries in Rome and Florence, including works by astronomer Galileo Galilei, in what's being described as the first deal of its kind.

Mar 10, 2010 09:50AM

Panasonic's first 3-D TV set in $2,900 package (AP)

AP - Panasonic Corp. on Wednesday revealed the price for its first 3-D TV set, confirming that $3,000 is about what it takes to be among the first to watch 3-D movies in the home.

Mar 09, 2010 03:07PM

Samsung, Panasonic start selling 3-D TVs this week (AP)

AP - Want to be the first one on your block with a 3-D television? It will cost you about $3,000.

Mar 10, 2010 12:59PM

Google prepared to quit China over censor feud: executive (AFP)

AFP - A top Google executive told US lawmakers Wednesday that the Internet giant is prepared to leave China if Beijing says it must censor Web searches or quit the world's most populous online market.

By SEWELL CHAN on Mar 10, 2010 01:48PM

Administration Nears a Crossroads on Trade

The question is whether the U.S. is prepared to lead or whether protectionist pressures will make it impossible to engage fully with trading partners.

By RON NIXON on Mar 10, 2010 12:38PM

Two Large Multinationals Pull Back From Iran

The announcements by Ingersoll-Rand and Royal Dutch Shell come as the U.S. is pressing for new sanctions.

By SHARON LAFRANIERE on Mar 10, 2010 04:45AM

China?s Exports Rise 46%

Economists said the data signaled a rebound in consumer demand in the U.S. and other Western markets.

By HIROKO TABUCHI on Mar 10, 2010 12:05PM

Novel Idea for Japan: Airport for Budget Travel

Ibaraki Airport, which opens Thursday north of Tokyo, aims to be a completely new type of Japanese hub.

By PETER CARBONARA on Mar 10, 2010 01:49PM

Advice on How Goldman Can Help Small Businesses

Ex-Goldman Sachs employees are sharing their ideas about what their old firm can do to help small businesses.

By ERIC A. TAUB on Mar 10, 2010 01:08PM

Tricks to Keep Your Device?s Battery Going and Going

Smartphone and laptop batteries may seem like cruel masters when they threaten to lose power, but you have more control than you may think.

By JAVIER C. HERNANDEZ on Mar 10, 2010 01:49PM

Financial Shares Try to Lift Struggling Markets

Investors bought shares of firms bailed out by the government amid speculation that their balance sheets would substantially improve.