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October 31, 2006

Swahili web game to tackle Aids ("Serious Games")

The United Nations children's agency (Unicef) has launched the first computer game in Kiswahili, aimed at halting the spread of HIV and Aids.

http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/africa/6101976.stm

October 18, 2006

Education and Games

http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/15309615/

Group: Video games can reshape education
Games teach team building, multitasking and problem-solving under duress

Scientists call it the next great discovery, a way to captivate students so much they will spend hours learning on their own. It's the new vision of video games.

The Federation of American Scientists — which typically weighs in on matters of nuclear weaponry and government secrecy declared Tuesday that video games can redefine education.

October 11, 2006

3d desktop bumping

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M0ODskdEPnQ

October 1, 2006

FCC Hearing on Media Ownership

Just thought some people might be interested in this. Should be worth checking out. Got a chance to have your voice be heard and it's right in your backyard.

WHAT: FCC Hearing on Media Ownership
WHEN: 1-4:30 P.M., Tuesday, Oct. 3
WHERE: University of Southern California, Davidson Conference Center, Embassy Room, Los Angeles