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Outlaw Justice: When Hackers Retaliate Against Cyber Security

Filed under: National Security, Woman Up, PD Investigations, WikiLeaksI have a fondness for the current generation of hackers -- inveterate snoops and mostly harmless believers in open access, driven by a commitment to transparency and a subtle addicti...

Wishing Charlie Sheen Farewell, a Speedy Recovery and Effective Rehab

Filed under: Woman Up, CultureI make no social judgment against Sheen's personal demons, but I suspect the list of intoxicants he is susceptible to includes power. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

Note to Mike Huckabee: Lay Off of Natalie Portman’s Baby

Filed under: Woman Up, CulturePortman will no doubt be a successful mother. Huckabee, a conservative family values proponent, nevertheless used her winning moment to insult single moms. Permalink | Email this | Linking Bl...

Melissa Leo’s Unscripted Moment at the Academy Awards

Filed under: Woman Up, CultureNext time the salty-tongued actress might want to consult a writer for tips on her acceptance speech. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

Secrets and Lies: What Prevents the Next WikiLeaks?

Filed under: National Security, Woman Up, WikiLeaksThe quantity of documents in our cyber repositories, the number of inexperienced personnel at the keyboard and ubiquitous methods and opportunities to download, upload or unload make future unauthorize...

‘The King’s Speech’: Hollywood History Needn’t Be Accurate

Filed under: Woman Up, CultureThe film may not be the most accurate depiction of events leading up to World War II, but Hollywood history is better than none -- and plus, it's a great story. Permalink | Email this | Linking&nbs...

Is LASIK Eye Surgery Safe? FDA Scientist Regrets Saying ‘Yes’

Filed under: PD Investigations, MedicineDr. Morris Waxler was in charge of approving the LASIK medical device in 1990s. But in a stunning reversal, Waxler now calls complications from the surgery 'a major public health problem.' Permalink |&n...

‘O: A Presidential Novel’ by Anonymous: Credit Where Credit is Due

Filed under: Obama Administration, Woman Up, White House, 2012 ElectionsThe new book about the inner workings of the White House clamors for attention because the author is unnamed. That may sell books, but what does it say to its readers? Permali...

Women to Watch (and Watch Out for) in 2011

Filed under: Woman UpFrom Lynn Redgrave to Kate McGarrigle, a number of admirable women exited the stage in 2010. But there's no shortage of others (along with some less-than-admirable ones) sure to hold our attention in 2011. Permalink |&nbs...

Manchild of the Year: Mark Zuckerberg Grows Up

Filed under: Woman Up, Culture, Internet, TechnologyLike Facebook, the colossal social network he created, Mark Zuckerberg is maturing. Time Magazine's 26-year-old Man of the Year has discovered social responsibility and philanthropy. Permalink&nb...

The Madoff Family Tragedies: A ‘Shonda’ for the Jews

Filed under: Woman UpBernie Madoff's scandal shamed his sons. Now one of them took his own life and passed a burden onto his own son. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

Elizabeth Edwards Tribute

Filed under: Woman UpMrs. Edwards' personal strength and tenacity were repeatedly tested by crushing disappointments and unmet expectations. Permalink | Email this | Linking Blogs | Comments

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