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Because they are all editors, the visiting artists will also introduce a new writer from home, read a piece of theirs, and discuss their work with the audience. In this way, they can function as editors at the event as well, affecting the content...

Author: By Francis E. Cambronero, CONTRIBUTING WRITER | Title: Writers Series Event Breathes Life into Censored Authors’ Works | 4/13/2010 | See Source »

...tens of thousands of censors employed by the government, blocking access to restricted information both at home and abroad is an ongoing struggle. Their work is mirrored by employees of large Web portals who ensure content conforms with official directives. With what is called the "Great Firewall of China," authorities block access to overseas Web pages deemed objectionable and shutter domestic sites that repeatedly stray into restricted territory. Search engines are prevented from linking to sensitive content. Mainland media, which face a host of regulations that limit how they can report the news, are often forced to take down controversial...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: The Great Firewall: China's Web Users Battle Censorship | 4/13/2010 | See Source »

...markings on her Facebook page to identify lawmakers she has targeted for defeat in the fall election. Quippy and tart, she mocks the "lamestream media" for distracting voters by distorting GOP positions. And by carefully controlling her own visibility, she has become more irresistible as cable-news and viral content...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: It's Her Party Now | 4/12/2010 | See Source »

...Motorola's building its own operating software. For now, though, the first goal will be to restore stability to the beleaguered unit, especially as an independent company. One of the first steps will be to explore synergies with the TV-set-top business. "Right now, about 80% of the content people use comes to them in their home," Jha says. "But they increasingly need to carry that content on their cell phones. How can we make that easier...

Author: /time Magazine | Title: Motorola's Binary Code | 4/12/2010 | See Source »

Chapman said that the fire extinguisher was not released accidentally, since the entire content of the canister was expelled into the hallway. She said she has not heard any information from students about who might have triggered the extinguisher but added that she hopes to "be able to hold them accountable...

Author: By Julie M. Zauzmer, CRIMSON STAFF WRITER | Title: Don't Play With Fire (Extinguishers) | 4/12/2010 | See Source »

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