Solving Social Problems
From wisdom via the Web to smart maps and cures for social ills, tech is healing a world of hurt. This Special Report looks at how it's used to fight poverty and disease and help the disabled live independently.

DAILY BRIEFING
Business and investing news, commentary, and analysis
Analysis
Israel's national carrier El Al hasn't suffered a hijacking since 1968. Can America match that record without embracing the same tactics?

INVESTING
In partnership with Standard & Poor's
Street Wise
Despite higher home-mortgage rates and a weak job market, consumers' open wallets will keep the recovery from stalling.

SMALL BUSINESS
A resource for entrepreneurs
Savvy Selling
How can you show a great idea to a potential client without giving away the store?

TECHNOLOGY
State-of-the-art coverage of info tech
Q&A
Computers may soon monitor your work, notice when fatigue sets in, and fix mistakes -- almost like a good secretary, says researcher Chris Forsythe.

BEST B-SCHOOLS
Business Week's exclusive rankings and profiles
Q&A
A career development officer at NYU's Stern school talks about the school's efforts to place newly minted MBAs in a tight job market.

GLOBAL BUSINESS
In-depth coverage of Asia, Europe, and Latin America
Eye on Japan
There are encouraging signs on the economy. Now, it's up to the politicians to embrace reform and keep the momentum going.

CAREERS
Advice for upper-management job seekers
Hiring Line
Networking still works for job seekers -- just don't rely on laid-off friends and colleagues for advice and contacts.

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CHIP GEAR PICKUP
S&P's Richard Tortoriello predicts a growth spurt for chip-equipment makers.
 COLLEGE SAVINGS
BW's Anne Tergesen on three ways to stash money away for education while avoiding a big tax bite.
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