Facebook's Zuckerberg Shares His Mandarin Skills
In a question-and-answer session in China, Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg showed that he's conversant in Mandarin — but far from perfect. He doesn't quite have his tone down.
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Calling 911 On Your Cell? It's Harder To Find You Than You Think
If you call 911 from inside a tall building, emergency responders may have difficulty finding you. Cellphone GPS technology currently doesn't work well indoors — but the FCC hopes to change that.
Cigarette-Maker Reynolds American To Ban Smoking At Work
Until now, Reynolds employees have been able to light up at their desks. But come January, workers will have to either go outside or use specially equipped smoking rooms.
Climate Change Has Coffee Growers In Haiti Seeking Higher Ground
Haiti's once-flourishing coffee trade has been badly battered. The latest threat: climate change. Locals who still rely on coffee for their livelihood must learn to grow it in changing climes.
This May Be The Largest Private Donation To Fight Ebola
Philanthropist Paul Allen is giving at least $100 million to support health care workers battling Ebola. Here's a look at his goals — and at contributions from other charitable groups.
No Mere Merry-Go-Round: Ohio Carousel Maker Carves From Scratch
Wooden carousels, with hand-carved and painted horses, seem like a relic of the past. But Carousel Works in Mansfield, Ohio, is one of a few companies still making them to order.
You're Enjoying Low Gas Prices, But Is It Really A Good Sign?
All around the country, drivers are seeing signs that gas prices are depressed. Those drops helped hold down the latest consumer price index. But economists worry about too much of a good thing.
Mark Zuckerberg Shows Off His Mandarin Chinese Skills
The Facebook co-founder and CEO spoke at Tsinghua University in Beijing for about 30 minutes. In Mandarin. His audience liked it.
The Look Of Power: How Women Have Dressed For Success
Just as women were entering the corporate workplace in big numbers, the shapeless power suit emerged. Over time, the "power look" changed. How do women project power in the modern office?
Banned Drugs Still Turning Up In Weight-Loss Supplements
Just because the Food and Drug Administration recalls a supplement because it contains dangerous substances doesn't mean the product disappears from the market.