Strongest Solar Storm Since 2005 Hits Earth
A huge eruption on the Sun has caused the strongest solar storm since 2005. The Earth is currently being showered with high-powered solar particles, but the storm is near its peak or it has already peaked. Besides possible communications and satellite interference, the storm is likely to cause beautiful auroras.
NBC News Launches NBC Publishing
NBC News has entered the publishing business with NBC Publishing, a new arm that will focus on digital publishing and video ebooks. The new venture will also be a platform for authors who source their work with NBC's resources. Publishing veteran Peter Costanzo will be the creative director of NBC Publishing and Brian Perrin will be director of digital development. Both will report to general manager Michael Fabiano.
Dutch Court Says Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 Is Legal
Apple has suffered a setback in what seems to be a never ending legal battle with Samsung, as a court in the Hague rejected Apple's request for a nationwide ban of Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1. The tablet is cleared for sale in the Netherlands (and probably Germany) but the patent war rages on in many other markets.