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Wednesday, 25th February 2004

Just Released: Country Reports on Human Rights Practices 2003

Resources, Reports, Tools, Lists, and Full-Text Documents (4 Items)
Wi-Fi Hotspots--Database
Portable Version of Wi-Fi Hotspot Database Now Available from JiWire
JiWire is a searchable database of over 28,000 wi-fi hotspots located in more than 50 countries. The database can be searched online (it's been available for about six months and has more than doubled in size), using a WAP enabled device, on a PDA (via Avantgo) or via a new offline laptop version that you download directly to your computer. You'll need to register (free) to activate the software. You can search JiWire using several criteria, including airport code, country, city, zip code/post code. It's also possible to expand your search by finding locations within a certain radius of a location. A results page includes the wi-fi provider name and pricing info. The site also includes a wi-fi glossary. A bit more about the company here.
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Human Rights
Source: U.S. Department of State
Just Released, Country Reports on Human Rights Practices 2003
Older editions of the report are also available.
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Consumer Assistance--United States
Source: Federal Consumer Information Center
Just Updated, The 2004 Edition of the Consumer Action Handbook is Now Online
You can also order up to ten copies of the print version (free). The consumer advice section of the Handbook is also available online in Spanish.
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Automobiles--United States--Lists and Rankings
Source: NICB
New Rankings Online Today, Most Stolen Vehicles: 2002
Five lists are available.
+ 2002 Top 25 Make and Model Thefts
+ Top Vehicle Thefts by Year, Make, and Model
+ Most Popular Years Stolen in 2002
+ Most Popular Colors Stolen in 2002
+ What Are the Top 25 Stolen Vehicles in Your State?

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