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U.S. last in unionization among developed countries

November 28, 2011 By Mark Gruenberg

The U.S. is dead last among 21 top developed nations in both unionization rates and union coverage of the workforce and it's not because of globalization or high technology.

Hackers target U.S. water systems

November 21, 2011 By Blake Skylar

In the continuously threatening rise of cyber attacks, hackers have destroyed a pump that piped water to homes throughout a city in Illinois.

Internet lies could become federal crime

November 17, 2011 By Blake Skylar

Many social networks are filled with false information about people - from fake screen names to false details about appearance.

Large asteroid to sail past Earth today

November 8, 2011 By Blake Skylar

The space rock is about 1,300 feet across in size. And while it will pose no apocalyptic threat, it will notably be closer to the world than the moon.

Retired librarian sees trouble ahead

November 2, 2011 By Blake Skylar And Kevin Gustafson

Rahm Emanuel announced there would be significant cuts in the city's library system. These cuts would reduce staff members' 60 plus hours a week to 40.