S.Korea to probe huge online data leak (AFP)

AFP - South Korea said Friday it would launch a probe into security systems of major retailer Shinsegae and 24 other companies after private data on some 20 million customers was leaked.

PHOTOS: Bush Creates Marine Monuments in Historic Effort
Pres. Bush protects a huge expanse of the Pacific, leaving a bright blue legacy.

Report finds online censorship more sophisticated (AP)

AP - Repressive regimes have stepped up efforts to censor the Internet and jail dissidents, Reporters Without Borders said in a study out Thursday.

PHOTOS: Stunning Solar Eclipse Is Millenium's Longest
Ringlike solar eclipse was visible across a narrow stretch of Asia and Africa.

PHOTOS: Goldmine of New Species Discovered in Southeast Asia
More than 1,000 new species are discovered in the Mekong region.

PHOTOS: Fat Skunk Says Bye-Bye to Bacon
Plump skunk named Mr. Bumble tries to lose one-third his weight.