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How Nerdy Is Your City, In Dollars? Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 3:16PMHow much do single mothers in Akron spend on electronics? What about married Chicagoans, without kids, on their phone service? Bachelors, on cable, in New York? If only there was an interactive web app to tell you this stuff! (more…)
Vancouver Olympics online video: The cableization of the Web? Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 2:55PM(Today's column looks at the online broadcast of the Vancouver Olympics and how it may preview cable TV business practices coming to the Web. This version also includes some images from my testing.)
Palm touches up Pre, Pixi smart phones Monday, February 8, 2010 @ 5:52AMSAN FRANCISCO -- Palm tried to reinvent itself with the release of the stylish Pre and Pixi smart phones last year. Now, it's hoping to woo more consumers with updated versions of the handsets, the Pre Plus and Pixi Plus.
Mock drill to check readiness of various agencies Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 1:04PM— Photo: A. Shaikmohideen. ALERT: Sniffer dog being pressed into service at Tirunelveli Railway Junction on Sunday.
Victorian top cop's suggestion ridiculous: India Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 10:18AMIndia termed as "ridiculous" the suggestion by Victorian police chief Simon Overland that Indian students in Australia should keep a low profile and "try to look as poor as you can" to avoid attacks.
Victorian top cop's suggestion ridiculous: India Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 9:21AMNew Delhi, Feb 7 (PTI) India today termed as "ridiculous" the suggestion by Victorian police chief Simon Overland that Indian students in Australia should keep a low profile and "try to look as poor as you can" to avoid attacks.
An abundance of apps Sunday, February 7, 2010 @ 1:43AMPHILADELPHIA — In the fast-moving world of mobile computing, small is all, and apps for BlackBerrys, iPhones, Droids, and other gadgets are the sultans of software.
New gadgets include an HD mobile and dual-core netbook Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 9:10PMBerlin - Asus has introduced a new netbook with a dual-core processor. The Eee PC 1201N has a 12-inch diagonal display and, according to the manufacturer, works with Intel's Dual Core Atom N330 processor and the Nvidia Ion graphics chip. It comes wit...
DJ Taylor: Freedom comes at a price Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 6:29PMReading the obituaries of the American novelist Louis Auchincloss, who died recently, I came upon a remark he uttered back in 1980 about the crack-up of the world into which he had been born.
Kindle not yet igniting campus Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 3:01PMBy: Emily Rosen Over the last couple of decades, cassette tapes and records have largely been replaced by CDs, downloadable music and iPods. With the invention of electronic reading devices, it appears that printed books may be the next victim of the power of technology....
Zoo Lends Flamingo Ornaments To Woman Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 12:56PMA cancer patient who had 35 flamingo lawn ornaments received some help from the Oregon Zoo on Friday.
Making room in the 'House of Havoc' Saturday, February 6, 2010 @ 11:44AMMARNI JAMESON understands the need people have for keeping orderly homes. What she doesn't understand is why we make it so hard on ourselves.
CES Statement Regarding Remarks on Trade from Commerce Secretary Gary Locke Friday, February 5, 2010 @ 9:59AMARLINGTON, Va.----The following statement in response to the remarks on trade of Commerce Secretary Gary Locke at the National Press Club can be attributed to Gary Shapiro, president and CEO of the Consumer Electronics Association:
Sun CEO Schwartz tweets poetic lament on last day Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 5:41AMJonathan Schwartz announced his resignation as CEO of Sun Microsystems in a message sent via Twitter early Thursday.
Powerball Jackpot Jumps To $140 Million Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 5:26AMATLANTA -- The jackpot for Saturday night's Powerball drawing will be $140 million. The Powerball jackpot grew when there was no winner in the Wednesday night Powerball drawing that was worth $115 million.
Homeless Shelter Gets Foreclosure Notice Thursday, February 4, 2010 @ 5:11AMATLANTA -- A new lender has foreclosed a massive shelter that houses hundreds of Atlanta homeless each night.
State Considers Expanding Annual Black Bear Hunt Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 1:32PMState officials are drafting new rules that could greatly increase the number of black bears that hunters may kill each year.
Apple's iPad - trouble for Intel's mobile push? Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 1:31PMWhen Apple Inc unveiled its iPad last month, one crucial detail almost got drowned out in the hoopla: the new tablet computer will be powered by an in-house chip called the A4.
WoW auction house app coming to iPhone Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 1:23PMThe mobile version will reportedly feature all the functionality of the "real" in-game auction house, and will allow iPhone-equipped players to continue their financial wheeling and dealing on the move.
2011 CES iLounge Pavilion Doubles, Will Feature Largest Display of iPod, iPhone, iPad and Mac Products in CES History Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 1:15PMARLINGTON, Va.----The Consumer Electronics Association ® today announced that the iLounge® Pavilion at the 2011 International CES® will feature the largest display of iPod®, iPhone®, iPad® and Mac® related products and services in show history.
Officiating Crew Chosen For Super Bowl Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 12:59PMReferee Scott Green will lead a seven-man crew in officiating Sundays Super Bowl between the Indianapolis Colts and the New Orleans Saints.
Iran Launches New Research Rocket Into Space Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 3:34AMIran successfully launched a rocket on Wednesday carrying a mouse, turtle and worms into space for research purposes, the country's defense minister said.
A jab with no needle and a cushion to stop DVT- the ingenious gadgets dreamed up by medics to help their patients Wednesday, February 3, 2010 @ 3:32AMFrustrated by problems while treating patients, some enterprising medical staff have come up with easier, cheaper or new ways of doing things.
Yes More Heroes! Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 10:05PMNo More Heroes 2: Desperate Struggle (Wii) Suda's series rocks, and we want more. Our top 10 ways to improve and expand the world of No More Heroes.
Socorro To Get At Least 70 Well-Paying Jobs Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 10:04PMThe Bosch Group, a multibillion-dollar international company, is consolidating a warehouse and distribution facility in the Borderland.
Armatix Pistol Uses Wristwatch As Safety Mechanism Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 9:46PMAt the Shooting, Hunting and Outdoor Trade Show, which by the way abbreviates to SHOT, the German pistol maker Armatix, debuted their Armatix pistol, a type of smartgun that uses wireless technology to introduce a new level of gun safety. The Armatix pistol comes with a wristwatch that the user must wear. When the .22-caliber [...]
Special Election Day In Greenville School District Monday, February 1, 2010 @ 9:29PMVoters in the Greenville School District will consider a 2.89 mil bond issue at a special election Tuesday to build a new fifth through eighth grade building.
In battle of attention spans, parents lose out to tech toys Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 8:13PMLike many working parents, Beverly Flaxington armed her daughter with a cell phone in fifth grade. At first, it was a great way to stay in touch. That was then. Now 13, Samantha's grades have slipped drastically and she's obsessed with texting, Facebook and her laptop.
Fence Raised Around Former Camp Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 8:07PMA new fence has been put up a day after authorities evicted 30 people from a homeless encampment in downtown Fresno.
Pro-Con | Is Apple’s new iPad destined for success? Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 7:58PMLike everything Apple designs, the iPad is intended to satisfy our cravings for simplicity and clarity. It’s hefty but not heavy, responsive in the hand. The screen is about the size of a large paperback.
FBI, Rio Rancho Police Seek Bank Robber Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 7:45PMFBI and Rio Rancho police are looking for the man who robbed Bank of America Saturday afternoon.
UPMC Braddock Officially Closes Sunday Saturday, January 30, 2010 @ 7:37PMBRADDOCK, Pa. -- Protesters held signs and rallied in hopes that their voices will be heard. About 150 people gathered in the cold outside UPMC Braddock, fighting to keep the facility from closing.
Worth it? Extras to speed through airline security Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 8:40PMLaptop bags that may not require removal of your computer. Luggage concierge services that enable you to check your bags before you arrive at the airport. PDAs to display your mobile boarding pass.
High-end crime lab for poor litigants Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 2:01AMTHE Public Attorneys’ Office has launched its new generation forensic laboratory to to improve legal aid to its clients, who are mostly poor litigants.
Apple iPad: what is it and who is it for? Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 1:57AMIs the Appple iPad - launched yesterday in a blaze of publicity - simply a small computer or a larger version of Apple's already successful iPhone? Benjamin Cohen assesses the new must-have gadget.
Motor insurance: uninsured drivers cost us £2bn a year Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 1:55AMConsumer Intelligence found that men face larger motor policy increases than women, with the average man's policy up by 20pc.
Taiwan pushes e-books but lacks Chinese content Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 1:44AMTAIPEI, Taiwan (AP) - Taiwan leads the world in development of readers for the fast-growing electronic book market, but when it comes to satisfying the e-appetites of the island's highly literate population, it seems distinctly pre-digital.
For Gamers, the iPhone Is a Player Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 1:30AMQuick, name the fastest-growing video game platform. Wii? PlayStation? DS?
Apple tablet could stir up game business Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 1:20AMWhen Apple introduced the iPhone, it shook up the cell phone business but it also changed the way people play video games.
UC Davis earthquake survivor organizes Haiti relief efforts Thursday, January 28, 2010 @ 1:19AMJohn Gunel knows how a 7.6 magnitude earthquake feels: like being on the end of a machine gun. Gunel, a UC Davis post-baccalaureate and Davis local, was visiting in Turkey on Aug. 16, 1999 when a 37-second quake shook the northwest region of the country killing 17,000 people.
Count Being Taken Of Local Homeless Population Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 11:35AMCENTRAL FLORIDA -- The Homeless Services Network is trying to get an accurate count of homeless people in Central Florida by interviewing them at shelters in Orange, Seminole and Osceola counties.
Mashable’s Weekly Guide to Jobs in Social Media Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 11:06AMIf you’re seeking a job in social media, we’d like to help out. For starters, Mashable’s Job Lists section gathers together all our resource lists, how-tos and expert guides to help you get hired. In particular, you might want to see our articles on How to Leverage Social Media for Career Success and How to Find a Job on Twitter . But we’d like to help in a more direct way, too. Mashable’s job ...
Ghost hunters seek isle's specters Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 11:06AMGALVESTON Paranormal investigators say the island's hauntings and ghost stories could tap into a new source of tourists.
Marh Schmich: Apple tablet -- next big thing is here Wednesday, January 27, 2010 @ 11:05AMApple is expected to debut its tablet, a device that serves multiple functions and likely will change our lives, even if we don't want to admit that we want one The tablet.
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DWI Arrests Drop In 3 Towns, But Why? Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 10:27AMPolice in three southeastern New Hampshire towns are offering different reasons for a combined 40 percent drop in the number of driving while intoxicated cases last year.
Proposed Plate Could Allow Access To State Parks Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 10:27AMNew Hampshire lawmakers are considering a proposal to create a special license plate that could be used to let motorists get into some state parks without any additional fee.
Circus Animals To Walk Through Uptown Tuesday Monday, January 25, 2010 @ 10:00AMThe Grand Animal Walk of The Greatest Show On Earth® heralds the arrival of the sizzling, all-new 139th Edition of Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey to Charlotte, and the public is invited to attend.
Report Says Ohio Poverty Approaching 20-Year High Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 10:35AMResearchers say 13.7 percent of Ohioans are living in poverty.
Top shareholder to vote no on bid for Cedar Fair Saturday, January 23, 2010 @ 7:13AMBy JON CHAVEZ BLADE BUSINESS WRITER A Texas hedge fund that recently became the biggest shareholder in Cedar Fair LP said yesterday it will vote against a $2.4 billion sale of the northwest Ohio amusement park chain to New York City private equity firm Apollo Global Management. Q Funding III LP of Fort Worth announced that as of Wednesday, it controls 9.8 percent of Cedar Fair stock - or 5.4 ...