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TechWeekEurope UK Chancellor announces Future Fifty programme to boost UK tech startups ComputerWeekly.com Chancellor George Osborne has announced a programme in partnership with the Tech City Investment Organisation, which…

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The Los Angeles Police Department announced Thursday that it would take the unusual step of no longer issuing press releases or immediately confirming instances of celebrity “swatting,” saying intense …

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Best Buy founder Richard Schulze is throwing his support behind the current management, returning as chairman emeritus to the electronics retailer he left in a haze of scandal last year …

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Supreme Court justices to hear arguments Tuesday on California’s Proposition 8, which bans gay marriage. They could rule narrowly or extend marriage rights nationwide. WASHINGTON — Four years ago, many gay …

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A safer foster system

On March 24, 2013 By

L.A. County hasn’t adopted key reforms that could help protect young children most at risk. Just before my 7th birthday, a police car rolled up alongside me as I …

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The Guardian (blog) insiders discuss the future of consoles The Guardian (blog) This should be beneficial for everyone as it will lower costs and there’s a lot of existing tech…

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The Guardian (blog) PlayStation 4 v Xbox 720: insiders discuss the future of consoles The Guardian (blog) This should be beneficial for everyone as it will lower costs and there’s a lot…

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South African police arrest double amputee Olympic runner and said he would be charged with murder after his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, was killed at his home. South African police arrest …

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Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius is due in court later today in connection with the shooting of a woman who died at his home. Olympic sprinter Oscar Pistorius is due in …

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Playing everyman action hero John McClane for the fifth time, Bruce Willis seems to be just going through the motions as the numbingly elaborate stunts explode around him. Given how …

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A breakout star in 2007 and ’08, when he won three majors, Harrington now is a seasoned pro carving out a living on tour. He plays Northern Trust Open at Riviera …

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Goalie, who is 6-0 as a starter, stops two shots in shootout in which Nick Bonino and Corey Perry score for the Ducks in 3-2 victory. Goalie, who is 6-0 as a starter, …

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Unfortunately your browser does not support IFrames. WASHINGTON — President Obama will deliver the first State of the Union address of his second term tonight at 6 p.m. PST / 9 p.m. …

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Perry and others are courting California companies ready to bolt with promises of low taxes, loose regulations and a hard stance on organized labor. Texas Gov. Rick Perry is on …

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Lady Gaga has called off shows this week in Chicago, Auburn Hills, Mich., and Hamilton, Canada, because of chronic joint pain the singer said she has been concealing from her …

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Left-hander acquired in trade with Seattle, a former Long Beach State standout, is back in familiar territory and joining forces with former 49ers teammate Jered Weaver. Left-hander acquired …

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It’s easy to ridicule Texas’ attempt to steal jobs. But California would do well to upgrade its own strategy, especially concerning small manufacturers, tax incentives and industrial exports. Gov. Jerry …

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Hamilton, who signed with Angels for $125 million, reports to camp 20-30 pounds lighter than usual. His secret: Gluten-free diet, no grains or processed foods. Hamilton, who signed with Angels …

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In his State of the Union speech, the president readjusts for reality. President Obama’s State of the Union address Tuesday, the first of his second term, won’t be long remembered. …

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Probably just like you, we at the Gold Standard enjoy the occasional Facebook foray to quietly unfriend anyone who sent us Farmville requests check up on the daily doings of …

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