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American Innovation: 13 Born-in-the-USA inventions

There is a long history of innovation in America's relatively short existence; from lone inventors experimenting in garages to collaborating and competing with international scientists. Many of the following 13 inventions have become fixtures in daily life.

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Robert Reich
Memorial Day: the defense America needs

The best way to honor Memorial Day is to fund a rational defense budget. That means eliminating arms contracts that enrich contractors without advancing America's defense 
Despite thawing relationship, China still spying on Taiwan

Four suspected spies have been detained in China during the last fourteen months.
Navy railgun fires 40-lb. bullets at Mach 7 (+video)

Navy railgun: A Navy prototype of an electromagnetic railgun marks a major step in the process of installing the weapons on Navy vessels.
Backchannels
On Stratfor, Assange and Anonymous just don't get it

Wikileaks' Julian Assange is trumpeting the release of emails stolen from the security analysis and consulting firm Stratfor as a major coup. Here's why he's wrong.
Terrorism & Security
How bad was the cyber attack on Lockheed Martin?

Last week's cyber attack on top US weapons manufacturer Lockheed Martin shows that cyber espionage is evolving and could soon become more of a serious threat to governments and companies.
Robert Reich
Rein in government contractors who use taxpayer money for political advantage

President Obama is considering an executive order to force contractors to disclose their political spending.
Week ahead: new transparency at the Fed and a gusher of earnings

The Fed will hold its first-ever quarterly briefing, and new data will likely reveal sluggish economic growth for the first quarter
American Innovation: 13 Born-in-the-USA inventions

There is a long history of innovation in America's relatively short existence; from lone inventors experimenting in garages to collaborating and competing with international scientists. Many of the following 13 inventions have become fixtures in daily life.
America's prisoners: Should we shoot them with a giant ray gun?

Officials at the Los Angeles County sheriff's department are testing a directed-energy weapon that causes pain, but apparently no tissue damage. Should we start using it against prisoners?
Raytheon unveils new military exoskeleton in 'Iron Man 2' tie-in

Raytheon unveiled its XOS 2 exoskeleton suit during a demonstration with Paramount Home Entertainment Monday, the same day that Iron Man 2 came out on DVD.
US missile defense satellites pass big test

Two experimental US missile defense satellites have passed a series of vital tests in space, successfully spotting three missile launches and relaying their data back to Earth.
Global News Blog
Farnborough International Air Show: Supersonic car, anti-aircraft laser debut

The supersonic car 'Bloodhound' was unveiled Monday at the Farnborough International Air Show in Britain. Up in the air, the forthcoming Boeing Dreamliner 787 and the Airbus A400M grabbed eyes.
Technology that translates, and unites

A cellphone may let a U.S. soldier 'speak' in Pashto or Dari. A browser can pick up on linguistic nuance.
Post recession, a new era of consumer caution

A year after the Dow reached a 12-year low, investors and consumers are warier and thriftier. The change could last.
Toyota recall: As firms go global, so do their glitches

Toyota's mounting recall woes show the downside of worldwide supply chains.
Stones Into Schools

The inspiring sequel to "Three Cups of Tea" follows Greg Mortenson into remote Afghanistan where he continues his quest to build schools.
The New Economy
It takes a corporation to raise a great school

Thomas Jefferson High School for Science and Technology tops US News public high schools list with a little corporate help.
Robotic exoskeletons: Suited for superhuman power

Exoskeletons – or wearable robots – strengthen soldiers and mobilize the disabled.
Horizons
Epcot Center thrill ride is strictly a DIY affair

A new Disney World ride called the "Sum of All Thrills" lets participants design their own virtual roller coaster – and then take it for a test ride.
How Washington lobbyists peddle power

The equivalent of six health-care lobbyists for every member of Congress are registered for this year's biggest political battle.
Pentagon pick shows challenges of Obama's ethics rules

William Lynn's lobbyist experience may help him navigate the industry better, say some.