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Top 10 richest Americans
The 100 richest people in the world gained $241 billion in net worth last year, according to Bloomberg's Billionaires Index. Americans dominated the list, occupying five of the top 10 spots. This countdown of the top 10 wealthiest Americans features a casino mogul, software tycoons, and a lot of Wal-Mart money.
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Bram Stoker books: 9 things you didn't know about the 'Dracula' author
Bram Stoker is the godfather of the vampire craze, but the writer is often a mystery to modern readers. Here are 9 facts you probably don't know about the author.
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3 outstanding 2012 novels
Three outstanding novels about protagonists who travel far to fight for those they love.
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5 games to look for at E3 2012
The Electronic Entertainment Expo (E3) is one of the most anticipated video game shows of the year. This time around, developers and designers from companies such as Activision and Electronic Arts will be showcasing their new and unreleased products among about 200 registered exhibitors. Here are five games to look for this year – but we also want to hear from you. Let us know about your most anticipated titles in the comments.
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Facebook IPO: five things to know before buying the stock
About 1 out of every 8 people on the planet have a Facebook account. Now, with the arrival of a public stock offering, all those people have a chance to be part owners of this social hub. Should you buy? Here are five things to consider.
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Google admits Facebook is the most popular website in the world
Or is it? In tallying the most popular sites in the world, Google gave Facebook the number one slot, but left one very important site off the list.
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Project Natal could ship for $149. But will it be called Project Natal?
Project Natal, Microsoft's upcoming motion-control system, will sell for $149, one magazine is reporting. The peripheral could also get a new name.
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Why you should immediately upgrade to Internet Explorer 8
IE6 and IE7 holdouts are vulnerable to exploits, say Internet security experts.
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Does your state have Google mojo?
Here are the Top 10 states with the most Google business mojo per capita.
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Former CIA officer on Iran: Brazil and Turkey are vital checks and balances
Shouldn’t the world welcome the actions of two significant, responsible, democratic, and rational states to intervene and help check the foolishnesses of decades of US policy on Iran?
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FTC clears Google purchase of mobile ad service AdMob
Google's $750 million purchase of Admob strengthens the firm's dominance of web advertising.
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Google world dominance? Google says Android smartphones gain momentum
Google says 100,000 Android phones are being activated every day and it's app library now boasts over 50,000 titles.
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Can Google TV do what so many have failed at?
Google TV wants to blend television and the Web. Get in line, buddy.
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FTC goes after Google under antitrust law
After Google acquired mobile web advertising company AdMob, the FTC called foul for illegally reducing industry competition. But does the FTC really understand the emerging industry enough?
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Gallery: Notable women in US politics
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The Dow average didn't tank because of one fat finger
The 1,000 point fall in the Dow average was caused by more than a fat finger mistake.
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Wii Party touted as next marquee title for Nintendo Wii
Nintendo president Satoru Iwata says Wii Party, set for release this year on the Nintendo Wii console, will allow users to sign on using their Mii avatars.
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Apple iPad: One million sold
Only 28 days after first hitting the market, sales of theiPad has surpassed one million, Apple announced Monday.
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Nintendo Wii will now ship with next-gen Wii remote, Wii Sports Resort
The Nintendo Wii system package gets a new color scheme, the Wii MotionPlus controller, and Wii Sports Resort. But Microsoft and Sony are closing the gap.
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15 websites that saved me money in 2010
These 15 websites saved money for our guest blogger so far this year.
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Three easy ways to save your computer from an early retirement
Clean up and tune up – your PC needs love. Dust bunnies, junk files slow you down.
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Xbox Live update includes USB support
Microsoft announces an Xbox Live update – and a brand-new branded USB device from SanDisk.
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Sports in the US: Year-round madness
From the bracketology of March Madness to ESPN Everything, sports has become one of the most pervasive forces in American culture. Is it a great unifying force or a sign of misplaced priorities?
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Free Netflix app coming to Apple iPad?
One outlet reports that Netflix will soon release a free application for the Apple iPad. Users would still pay the flat monthly rate for a Netflix subscription.
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Opinion: Peace for Israelis and Palestinians? Not without America's tough love.
An Israeli student explains why the US should act on moral outrage over Israel’s discriminatory policies before it’s too late.
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The Big Apple: Innovation drives Apple to the top
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Xbox Live support rallies to fix 'MW2' Stimulus Package problem
'MW2' Stimulus Package has been broken all morning. But a fix is here, according to Xbox Live support.
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Google China move puts pressure on Microsoft, Yahoo
Like Google, Microsoft and Yahoo run Chinese search engines. But they are continuing to comply with censorship even after Google China has stopped. Some in Congress say US technology companies should be compelled to take a firmer stance on free speech in China.
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Xbox 360's Natal will bring 'brilliant innovations,' Sega exec predicts
As Microsoft and Sony gin up support for their motion-control systems, a Sega exec says both Project Natal for Xbox 360 and the PlayStation Move will be bolstered by top-notch content.
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Sony PlayStation Move ad blasts Wii, Natal
In a new ad starring the actor Jerry Lambert, Sony hypes up the forthcoming PlayStation Move and dismisses its nearest competitors, Microsoft's Project Natal and the Nintendo Wii. Will the ad be a hit for Sony?
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