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'Physics for Future Presidents'
Looking for a gift for Barack Obama or John McCain? Richard A. Muller's new book might help them (and the...
Dispatches from Denver, Day 1
The Democratic National Convention kicks off, with a platform adopted and youth delegates out in force.
Next Steps for E-Texts
With slew of new announcements and partnerships, some publishers, colleges and even bookstores seem poised to offer e-textbooks as a serious alternative for students.
Want to Lower the Drinking Age? Hope You Like Spam
Presidents who called for debate opened their inboxes last week to hundreds of messages originating from a MADD Web form.
Push to Protect Researchers From Attacks
California lawmakers move to enact new protections for scientists facing harassment and worse from animal rights extremists.
Will More Colleges Merge?
Recent moves by some private institutions -- combined with worsening economy -- have some experts predicting more consolidation in next few years.