With the release of US diplomatic cables, publishers are chiming in on public interest versus national security. Here’s a rundown.
Around the Web
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On Architecture and Music
via Around the Web, CultureDavid Byrne walks us through nightclubs, cathedrals and rain forests and asks how music is affected by the venue it’s created for.
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Infographics: Mapping the Social Web
via Around the Web, MediaFoolA new map graphs the social web so that geographical landmass is equivalent to online activity.
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Princess Leia Apprehended on Subway
via Around the WebAs the Empire tracks down Princess Leia in the New York City subway, great joy erupts.
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Is the Browser Dead?
via Around the WebAs apps become increasingly lucrative will media companies jump the browser ship.
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The Facebook Backlash is On
via Around the Web, Staff PicksAs Facebook gets bigger and bigger they’re starting to become a punching bag over little things, like, you know, privacy.
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Are Video Games Art?
via Around the Web, CultureWhat is it with video games. Can they be considered art? Does it really matter? What if they’re the root solution to saving the world?
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Just Like That, the iPad’s Jailbroken
via Around the WebTwenty-four hours after the iPad’s release a hacker claims to have gained root access and jailbroken the device.
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Is ChatRoulette the Best Thing to Come to the Internet?
via Around the WebThe porn is watching us courtesy of ChatRoulette.
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Out For Blood; China’s Virtual Vigilantes Create a Real-World Ruckus
via Around the Web, Culture“The human-flesh search has unimaginable power.” China’s vigilante Internet has razor sharp claws.








