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Thursday, February 14, 2013
All Tech Considered
When It Comes To Fashion, Shouldn't There Be An App For That?
February 14, 2013 In fashion's first hackathon, developers had just 24 hours to build an app for the industry — the finalists will be presented on the runway at New York's Fashion Week. "Right now the industry could really use some innovation," says Decoded Fashion founder Liz Bacelar.
Monday, February 11, 2013
Technology
Video Game Violence: Why Do We Like It, And What's It Doing To Us?
February 11, 2013 As the gun-violence debate ratchets up to include mental health and violent pop culture, video games have become frequent targets of concern. But do violent games influence their players? Experts aren't clear, but violent games remain remarkably popular.
Sunday, February 10, 2013
Raising Personable Children, Even If They're Glued To Phones
February 10, 2013 Technology is ever-present in the Jordan household. But Sue and David also want to make sure their five kids know how to relate to each other in person.
'We Need To Talk': Missed Connections With Hyperconnectivity
February 10, 2013 In a world of increased virtual connections, are we missing something? Weekend Edition Sunday is exploring a few of the places where technology can actually drive us apart and make real intimacy tough: in our romantic relationships, with our kids, even in the workplace.
Saturday, February 09, 2013
Code Switch
An Accused Killer Seeks An Audience With Everyone
February 9, 2013 The former Los Angeles police officer accused of killing three people and shooting others addressed a letter to Americans airing his grievances. How are we to respond?
Friday, February 08, 2013
All Tech Considered
Twitter's Vine App Raises Questions About Social Media Age Restrictions
February 8, 2013 Twitter's Vine video app is just 2 weeks old, but it's already been updated to add a 17+ rating. However, any user can just click "OK" to get around the age limit. Internet safety advocates say social media sites aren't doing enough to protect younger users from inappropriate material.
The Two-Way
Bush Family's Emails Hacked; Probe Under Way
February 8, 2013 A report in The Smoking Gun about the hacking has led to a criminal investigation. The hacker reportedly got hold of photos, cellphone numbers and home addresses. Also, some "sensitive correspondence."
Wednesday, February 06, 2013
All Tech Considered
Is Online Gambling Legal If Bitcoins, Not Dollars, Are At Stake?
February 6, 2013 With no government ties, Bitcoin is used to buy everything from blogging services to Brooklyn-made cupcakes. Theoretically, millions of dollars are being kept in the digital currency. And it's increasingly being used by specialized websites to offer online gambling. But is Bitcoin gambling legal?
Tuesday, February 05, 2013
The Salt
First, Personalized Pez Dispensers. Next, Printed Food?
February 5, 2013 Making a candy dispenser head that looks just like you is pretty cool in its own right. But some people are taking 3-D printers much further, using the new technology to spit out actual food, like chocolate — and maybe one day, raw meat.
