Finally, after being pulled out of its May release due to compatibility issues with Honeycomb, the Acer Iconia Tab A100 gets its availability and price details. According to an e-mail sent out to Acer...
Saturday, July 30, 2011
SPORTS - Colts re-sign Manning to long-term deal (AP)
INDIANAPOLIS – Peyton Manning has a new long-term deal in time to report to training camp.
He still hasn't been cleared to practice.
Colts owner Jim Irsay said he was "thrilled" to sign the only four-time MVP in league history to a deal that will likely keep him in Indianapolis for the rest of his career. It's a five-year contract for $90 million with $69 million of that paid in the first three years, Irsay posted on his Twitter account.
He still hasn't been cleared to practice.
Colts owner Jim Irsay said he was "thrilled" to sign the only four-time MVP in league history to a deal that will likely keep him in Indianapolis for the rest of his career. It's a five-year contract for $90 million with $69 million of that paid in the first three years, Irsay posted on his Twitter account.
Dead British gamer's father warns of blood clot risks
The family of a British man who died after engaging in marathon
Xbox sessions is launching a campaign to raise awareness about the risks of prolonged game and computer use.
Chris Staniforth, 20, of Sheffield died in May after suffering from deep vein thrombosis (DVT), according to autopsy results. A blood clot formed in his left calf and traveled to his lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism.
Chris Staniforth, 20, died in May of a pulmonary embolism.
(Credit:
BBC News)
The Halo fan logged
Xbox sessions is launching a campaign to raise awareness about the risks of prolonged game and computer use.
Chris Staniforth, 20, of Sheffield died in May after suffering from deep vein thrombosis (DVT), according to autopsy results. A blood clot formed in his left calf and traveled to his lungs, causing a pulmonary embolism.
Chris Staniforth, 20, died in May of a pulmonary embolism.
(Credit:
BBC News)
The Halo fan logged
Police: Norway Suspect Had Other Targets In Mind
The anti-Muslim extremist who confessed to a bombing and youth camp massacre that killed 77 people in Norway has told investigators he also considered attacking other targets linked to the government or the prime minister’s Labor Party, police said Saturday.
During a 10-hour questioning session on Friday, Anders Behring Breivik asked interrogators how many people he had killed in the July 22 attacks, and “showed no emotion” when they told him, police attorney Paal-Fredrik Hjort Kraby told
During a 10-hour questioning session on Friday, Anders Behring Breivik asked interrogators how many people he had killed in the July 22 attacks, and “showed no emotion” when they told him, police attorney Paal-Fredrik Hjort Kraby told
Friday, July 29, 2011
Rangers' Ogando, Jays' Cecil set for battle
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Terry Morrow: Discovery again delivers TV with bite
Discovery Channel's annual shark attack is upon us.
Highly entertaining (and educational to boot), "Shark Week," the channel's most-watched event of the year, circles us starting Sunday night.
At 9 p.m., "Great White Invasion" looks at recent accounts of great whites turning up closer to shore and swimming nearer humans. It will also theorize why this is happening and what it means for the future.
Following that at 10 p.m., "Jaws Comes Home" traces five great whites
Highly entertaining (and educational to boot), "Shark Week," the channel's most-watched event of the year, circles us starting Sunday night.
At 9 p.m., "Great White Invasion" looks at recent accounts of great whites turning up closer to shore and swimming nearer humans. It will also theorize why this is happening and what it means for the future.
Following that at 10 p.m., "Jaws Comes Home" traces five great whites
System Makes It Hard To Prioritize U.S. Bill Payments
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Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner talks to ABC’s This Week host Christiane Amanpour about the debt ceiling on Sunday.
Fred Watkins/AP/ABC News
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner talks to ABC’s This Week host Christiane Amanpour about the debt ceiling on Sunday.
It’s not yet clear if the U.S. Treasury has the ability to pick and choose who gets paid and who gets stiffed if the $14.3 trillion debt ceiling isn’t raised and
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner talks to ABC’s This Week host Christiane Amanpour about the debt ceiling on Sunday.
Fred Watkins/AP/ABC News
Treasury Secretary Timothy Geithner talks to ABC’s This Week host Christiane Amanpour about the debt ceiling on Sunday.
It’s not yet clear if the U.S. Treasury has the ability to pick and choose who gets paid and who gets stiffed if the $14.3 trillion debt ceiling isn’t raised and
Thursday, July 28, 2011
Jays defeat Orioles in Rasmus debut
BY MIKE CORMACKsportsnet.ca
TORONTO - Away from St. Louis and with a chance for a fresh start in Toronto, Colby Rasmus says he would rather fly under the radar, but understands it’s not part of his job description as a major league baseball player.And after an 0-for-5 night at the plate with a pair of strikeouts in his Toronto Blue Jays debut, the 24-year-old centre fielder must be appreciative of the work his new teammates did to take the spotlight off him in an 8-5 win over the
TORONTO - Away from St. Louis and with a chance for a fresh start in Toronto, Colby Rasmus says he would rather fly under the radar, but understands it’s not part of his job description as a major league baseball player.And after an 0-for-5 night at the plate with a pair of strikeouts in his Toronto Blue Jays debut, the 24-year-old centre fielder must be appreciative of the work his new teammates did to take the spotlight off him in an 8-5 win over the
Canadians raise $2.9-million for East African famine victims
Canadians are reaching into their wallets to help the millions of people in drought-parched East Africa after an international declaration that parts of the region are in famine and a subsequent pledge that the federal government will match their donations.
Money from Canadian donors has doubled in the past week, says a spokesman for the Humanitarian Coalition, a collection of aid agencies that is providing relief in the crisis zone.
By Thursday afternoon, the coalition had raised
Money from Canadian donors has doubled in the past week, says a spokesman for the Humanitarian Coalition, a collection of aid agencies that is providing relief in the crisis zone.
By Thursday afternoon, the coalition had raised
Electric Car Prototype Does Not Require Expensive Rare Earths to Run
Ever wonder why electrics cars are more expensive than gas-guzzling vehicles? Part of the reason is the use of rare earth elements needed to power the motor. Only one country holds the monopoly...
Wednesday, July 27, 2011
Romero strong as Jays shutout Orioles
THE CANADIAN PRESS
TORONTO -- Jose Bautista recovered from a scary incident to open the scoring with a first-inning RBI single, then Ricky Romero pitched 8 1/3 shutout innings as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-0 Wednesday.
Bautista got the start at third base just a night after being hit in the head with a 91 m.p.h. fastball in the third inning of Tuesday's 12-4 loss to the Orioles. He was removed from that game as a precaution, but appeared to show no
TORONTO -- Jose Bautista recovered from a scary incident to open the scoring with a first-inning RBI single, then Ricky Romero pitched 8 1/3 shutout innings as the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 3-0 Wednesday.
Bautista got the start at third base just a night after being hit in the head with a 91 m.p.h. fastball in the third inning of Tuesday's 12-4 loss to the Orioles. He was removed from that game as a precaution, but appeared to show no
Lisa Kudrow talks on playing vain therapist in Showtime's 'Web Therapy'
Lisa Kudrow, who may forever be identified as her lovably clueless “Friends” character, is out once again to show she can be the “anti-Phoebe.”
Her first notable TV attempt to bury sweet Phoebe came in 2005 with the character Valerie Cherish, the self-absorbed former star trying to rebuild her career in HBO’s “The Comeback.” The critically acclaimed mockumentary that cataloged the relentless humiliations of Hollywood earned her an Emmy
Her first notable TV attempt to bury sweet Phoebe came in 2005 with the character Valerie Cherish, the self-absorbed former star trying to rebuild her career in HBO’s “The Comeback.” The critically acclaimed mockumentary that cataloged the relentless humiliations of Hollywood earned her an Emmy
Shamrock slip to first-leg loss
A review of Wednesday night’s Champions League third qualifying round action.
Solvi Ottesen scored early for FC Copenhagen to decide the first leg of the Champions League third qualifying round clash with Shamrock Rovers.
However the slender defeat in the Danes’ Parken home gives the Irish outfit a strong chance of getting back into the tie next Tuesday at the Tallaght Stadium in Dublin.
Centre-back Ottesen netted with a header from close range in the fourth minute after FC Copenhagen
Solvi Ottesen scored early for FC Copenhagen to decide the first leg of the Champions League third qualifying round clash with Shamrock Rovers.
However the slender defeat in the Danes’ Parken home gives the Irish outfit a strong chance of getting back into the tie next Tuesday at the Tallaght Stadium in Dublin.
Centre-back Ottesen netted with a header from close range in the fourth minute after FC Copenhagen
Tuesday, July 26, 2011
Morrow takes the mound as Jays host O's
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Sheryl Crow auctioning off car to aid Joplin, Mo.
Sheryl Crow
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) Some winning bidder will soon be cruising life's winding road in Sheryl Crow's 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Roadster.The Grammy award-winning singer said Monday that she's auctioning off the classic car next month and that the proceeds will go toward helping rebuild the tornado-ravaged city of Joplin in her native state of Missouri.
Crow says she
SPRINGFIELD, Mo. (AP) Some winning bidder will soon be cruising life's winding road in Sheryl Crow's 1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL Roadster.The Grammy award-winning singer said Monday that she's auctioning off the classic car next month and that the proceeds will go toward helping rebuild the tornado-ravaged city of Joplin in her native state of Missouri.
Crow says she
Morocco Says Scores Killed In Military Plane Crash
A C-130 military transport plane crashed into a Moroccan mountain Tuesday in bad weather, killing 78 people, the state news agency said. It said there were three survivors.
The crash in a southern region close to the disputed Western Sahara was this country’s deadliest in years.
Information Minister Khaled Naciri told The Associated Press that the military believes 78 were killed but that searches are ongoing for all the bodies.
The MAP news agency said all three survivors were seriously
The crash in a southern region close to the disputed Western Sahara was this country’s deadliest in years.
Information Minister Khaled Naciri told The Associated Press that the military believes 78 were killed but that searches are ongoing for all the bodies.
The MAP news agency said all three survivors were seriously
Monday, July 25, 2011
AOL reorgs again; sales boss Jeff Levick out
From: Armstrong, Tim Date: Mon, Jul 25, 2011 at 11:12 AM Subject: Important Changes at AOL To: All AOLers AOLers --
As we continue the comeback of AOL we are focused on growth. We have a few announcements today that will make the company simpler, faster and stronger. Our strategy remains clear and consistent and our execution and operational clarity have improved. We have stabilized the foundation of the company and our future is about executing our growth strategies focused on:
1. Leading
As we continue the comeback of AOL we are focused on growth. We have a few announcements today that will make the company simpler, faster and stronger. Our strategy remains clear and consistent and our execution and operational clarity have improved. We have stabilized the foundation of the company and our future is about executing our growth strategies focused on:
1. Leading
This Day in Tech: Street View grabbed location data from millions
Some locations that Google associated with Wi-Fi devices spotted in a San Francisco coffee shop.
Too busy to keep up with the tech news? Here are some of the more interesting stories from CNET for Monday, July 25.
? Here's the scoop today: Google's Street View collected the locations of millions of laptops, cell phones, and other Wi-Fi devices. CNET's Declan McCullagh reports: "The French data protection authority, known as the Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Liberts,
Too busy to keep up with the tech news? Here are some of the more interesting stories from CNET for Monday, July 25.
? Here's the scoop today: Google's Street View collected the locations of millions of laptops, cell phones, and other Wi-Fi devices. CNET's Declan McCullagh reports: "The French data protection authority, known as the Commission Nationale de l'Informatique et des Liberts,
Davidi on Jays: McGuire making progress
BY SHI DAVIDIsportsnet.ca
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. -- A few days ago Deck McGuire received a text message from his younger brother Wes telling him that the New Hampshire Fisher Cats were soon coming to their hometown of Richmond, Va., to face the Flying Squirrels."He's one of my best friends," says McGuire. "I had to let him know there was a pretty good chance I'm going to be on that trip."So that's why the 22-year-old's first phone call upon learning of his promotion from single-A
NEW BRITAIN, Conn. -- A few days ago Deck McGuire received a text message from his younger brother Wes telling him that the New Hampshire Fisher Cats were soon coming to their hometown of Richmond, Va., to face the Flying Squirrels."He's one of my best friends," says McGuire. "I had to let him know there was a pretty good chance I'm going to be on that trip."So that's why the 22-year-old's first phone call upon learning of his promotion from single-A
Obama, Boehner Again Square Off On Debt Ceiling
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President Obama called for a “balanced approach” to reducing the federal deficit.
Jim Watson/AP
President Obama called for a “balanced approach” to reducing the federal deficit.
Decrying a “partisan three-ring circus” in the nation’s capital, President Obama criticized a newly minted Republican plan to avert an unprecedented government default Monday night and said congressional leaders must produce a compromise that can reach
President Obama called for a “balanced approach” to reducing the federal deficit.
Jim Watson/AP
President Obama called for a “balanced approach” to reducing the federal deficit.
Decrying a “partisan three-ring circus” in the nation’s capital, President Obama criticized a newly minted Republican plan to avert an unprecedented government default Monday night and said congressional leaders must produce a compromise that can reach
Sunday, July 24, 2011
Did the iPad really lose a big chunk of share to Android?
Almost all market indicators show that the
iPad continues to shut out
Android rivals. But is that the whole story?
First, let's take a look at some recent headlines that seem to point to the iPad's unassailable market position:
iPad, iOS adoption heating up the business worldApple's iPad surpasses 100,000 app markApple's Runaway Train: 9.25 Million iPads, 20 Million iPhones sold in Q3All the world's an iPad? MaybeApple iPad awaits back-to-school boom
These kinds of stories (of which there
iPad continues to shut out
Android rivals. But is that the whole story?
First, let's take a look at some recent headlines that seem to point to the iPad's unassailable market position:
iPad, iOS adoption heating up the business worldApple's iPad surpasses 100,000 app markApple's Runaway Train: 9.25 Million iPads, 20 Million iPhones sold in Q3All the world's an iPad? MaybeApple iPad awaits back-to-school boom
These kinds of stories (of which there
Davidi on HoF: Building a nest
The Blue Jays have finally built a nest in Cooperstown.
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. – There is an enormity to the moment that is striking.The Baseball Hall of Fame is a most exclusive of clubs, with only 295 elected members over 136 years of professional baseball, 205 of them from the majors. Over 17,000 players have suited up in the big-leagues, so a place in Cooperstown’s hallowed halls is obviously reserved for only the best of the best.That’s why standing on the dais – as Roberto
COOPERSTOWN, N.Y. – There is an enormity to the moment that is striking.The Baseball Hall of Fame is a most exclusive of clubs, with only 295 elected members over 136 years of professional baseball, 205 of them from the majors. Over 17,000 players have suited up in the big-leagues, so a place in Cooperstown’s hallowed halls is obviously reserved for only the best of the best.That’s why standing on the dais – as Roberto
Hamilton wins thrilling German GP
Lewis Hamilton reignited his Formula One championship challenge with a much-needed victory in the German Grand Prix.
Hamilton led on four separate occasions throughout the race at the Nurburgring, the most important of which was naturally at the end to dispel all the negativity that has surrounded him of late.
The 26-year-old brought home his McLaren 3.9 seconds ahead of Fernando Alonso in his Ferrari, with Red Bull’s Mark Webber third, a further 5.8secs down.
With Alonso pulling to one side
Hamilton led on four separate occasions throughout the race at the Nurburgring, the most important of which was naturally at the end to dispel all the negativity that has surrounded him of late.
The 26-year-old brought home his McLaren 3.9 seconds ahead of Fernando Alonso in his Ferrari, with Red Bull’s Mark Webber third, a further 5.8secs down.
With Alonso pulling to one side
Jays blow lead in 9th, fall to Rangers
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Small ball led to a big victory for the Texas Rangers.
Three straight ninth-inning bunts set up Michael Young's winning single as the Rangers rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday night.
"You just have to play baseball according to the way it presents itself," Rangers manager Ron Washington said of the ninth-inning bunts. "We executed. Great execution in that inning. Great execution."
The Rangers
ARLINGTON, Texas -- Small ball led to a big victory for the Texas Rangers.
Three straight ninth-inning bunts set up Michael Young's winning single as the Rangers rallied for a 5-4 victory over the Toronto Blue Jays on Saturday night.
"You just have to play baseball according to the way it presents itself," Rangers manager Ron Washington said of the ninth-inning bunts. "We executed. Great execution in that inning. Great execution."
The Rangers
Webber on pole for German GP
Mark Webber secured back-to-back pole positions for the first time in 14 months to leave Red Bull team-mate Sebastian Vettel in the shade at the Nurburgring.
The surprise is that Lewis Hamilton managed to split the Red Bull pair and will line up second for the German Grand Prix, the 26-year-old missing out on pole by just 0.065secs.
Hamilton remarked on Friday he did not have a chance of securing top spot on the grid, but the Briton produced a storming display to grab a front-row place for the
The surprise is that Lewis Hamilton managed to split the Red Bull pair and will line up second for the German Grand Prix, the 26-year-old missing out on pole by just 0.065secs.
Hamilton remarked on Friday he did not have a chance of securing top spot on the grid, but the Briton produced a storming display to grab a front-row place for the
Alibaba-Made Aliyun Smartphone Comes to China
China-based e-commerce giant Alibaba is about to introduce its own smartphone by the end of July. The new Android-based Aliyun smartphone, which was manufactured in association with chipset supplier Nvidia and Chinese cell phone...
Friday, July 22, 2011
SPORTS - As NFL lockout drags on, who's the bad guy? (AP)
NFL fans want their football. Some believe the owners tried to give it back to them, only to have the players balk.
When owners approved a tentative labor deal on Thursday, fans, like NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell thought it was "time to get back to football." Not quite. Players have yet to ratify the agreement, and that has surprised and enraged many.
Former pro quarterback Jim Miller hosted a four-hour show Friday on SiriusXM NFL Radio and
When owners approved a tentative labor deal on Thursday, fans, like NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell thought it was "time to get back to football." Not quite. Players have yet to ratify the agreement, and that has surprised and enraged many.
Former pro quarterback Jim Miller hosted a four-hour show Friday on SiriusXM NFL Radio and
iOS game Cut the Rope jumps to comics
SAN DIEGO--It's not often for a comic book to start off its life as a video game, but the popular iOS and
Android game Cut the Rope and its star character Om Nom are about to make the reverse leap from games to comics. Game publisher Zepto Lab and comics publisher Ape Entertainment made the announcement at the San Diego Comic-Con.
Cut the Rope
(Credit:
Zepto Lab)
Zepto Lab has called it "one of the best-selling
iPhone,
iPod Touch, and iPad games of all time," and will be using the digital
Android game Cut the Rope and its star character Om Nom are about to make the reverse leap from games to comics. Game publisher Zepto Lab and comics publisher Ape Entertainment made the announcement at the San Diego Comic-Con.
Cut the Rope
(Credit:
Zepto Lab)
Zepto Lab has called it "one of the best-selling
iPhone,
iPod Touch, and iPad games of all time," and will be using the digital
Jets unveil long-awaited franchise logo
THE CANADIAN PRESS
WINNIPEG -- Goodbye stylized hockey stick. The Winnipeg Jets have adopted a decidedly military look for their new logo.
The team unveiled a design Friday that shows a sleek fighter jet pointing north over a red Maple Leaf, all inside a navy blue and grey circle.
The logo is strinkingly similar to -- and based on -- that of the Royal Canadian Air Force.
"Our desire was to authenticate the name and make it as meaningful as we possibly could," Jets
WINNIPEG -- Goodbye stylized hockey stick. The Winnipeg Jets have adopted a decidedly military look for their new logo.
The team unveiled a design Friday that shows a sleek fighter jet pointing north over a red Maple Leaf, all inside a navy blue and grey circle.
The logo is strinkingly similar to -- and based on -- that of the Royal Canadian Air Force.
"Our desire was to authenticate the name and make it as meaningful as we possibly could," Jets
Debt Talks Break Down
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines. The Forbidden Fashion Show roars into the Seattle Art Museum on Saturday, May 21, with sexy swimwear and lingerie strutting a runway designed like a roadway. The James Bond-themed show, titled “Live Another Night,” is in its fourth year, and it’s the only show of its kind in Seattle,
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Thursday, July 21, 2011
How Sprint tests its phones
This slide identifies the types of "slots" Sprint might consider when planning its product portfolio. LTE is only the slide as an example; Sprint has not announced any LTE plans.
(Credit:
Kent German/CNET)
When carriers announce exciting new phones, rarely do they also reveal exactly when that new handset will go on sale. We usually hear promises like "summer" or "second half of the year" and then we wait for the actual release date to drop. More often than not, it can take a while and as
(Credit:
Kent German/CNET)
When carriers announce exciting new phones, rarely do they also reveal exactly when that new handset will go on sale. We usually hear promises like "summer" or "second half of the year" and then we wait for the actual release date to drop. More often than not, it can take a while and as
NFL owners ratify proposal to end lockout
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
COLLEGE PARK, Ga. -- NFL owners voted overwhelmingly in favour of a tentative 10-year agreement to end the lockout, pending player approval.
Thursday's vote was 31-0, with the Oakland Raiders abstaining from the ratification, which came after a full day of meetings at an Atlanta-area hotel. While owners pored over the terms, commissioner Roger Goodell spoke on the phone several times with NFL Players Association head DeMaurice Smith, including filling him in
COLLEGE PARK, Ga. -- NFL owners voted overwhelmingly in favour of a tentative 10-year agreement to end the lockout, pending player approval.
Thursday's vote was 31-0, with the Oakland Raiders abstaining from the ratification, which came after a full day of meetings at an Atlanta-area hotel. While owners pored over the terms, commissioner Roger Goodell spoke on the phone several times with NFL Players Association head DeMaurice Smith, including filling him in
Claims For Unemployment Benefits Rise By 10,000
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Cindy Bliss of Plano, Texas, fills out a questionnaire at a job fair in Dallas on July 13.
Tony Gutierrez/AP
Cindy Bliss of Plano, Texas, fills out a questionnaire at a job fair in Dallas on July 13.
More people applied for unemployment benefits last week, evidence that layoffs are rising and the job market is weak.
Applications for unemployment benefits rose by 10,000 to a seasonally adjusted 418,000, the Labor Department said Thursday.
Cindy Bliss of Plano, Texas, fills out a questionnaire at a job fair in Dallas on July 13.
Tony Gutierrez/AP
Cindy Bliss of Plano, Texas, fills out a questionnaire at a job fair in Dallas on July 13.
More people applied for unemployment benefits last week, evidence that layoffs are rising and the job market is weak.
Applications for unemployment benefits rose by 10,000 to a seasonally adjusted 418,000, the Labor Department said Thursday.
Snider responds as Jays dominate M's
BY MIKE CORMACKsportsnet.ca
Travis Snider has worked so hard to get back to the big leagues that he wasn't about to let one bad night at the plate derail his recent success.On the heels of an 0-for-6 night at the plate Tuesday with four strikeouts, the Blue Jays outfielder took some extra batting practice Wednesday and responded with his third home run and tied his career-high with five RBIs in Toronto's 11-6 win over the Seattle Mariners before 18,093 at Rogers Centre.Toronto (49-49)
Travis Snider has worked so hard to get back to the big leagues that he wasn't about to let one bad night at the plate derail his recent success.On the heels of an 0-for-6 night at the plate Tuesday with four strikeouts, the Blue Jays outfielder took some extra batting practice Wednesday and responded with his third home run and tied his career-high with five RBIs in Toronto's 11-6 win over the Seattle Mariners before 18,093 at Rogers Centre.Toronto (49-49)
Statistics Canada to stop tracking marriage and divorce rates
Statistics Canada will no longer collect and crunch numbers on the country’s annual marriage and divorce rates, a sign both of cost cuts at the agency and the changing nature of relationships, as definitions get fuzzier and harder to track.
The national statistical agency published its last national figures on marriage and divorce rates last week. It has been collecting divorce data since 1972 and marriage data since 1921. It pegs the cost of reinstating the collection at $250,000.
The
The national statistical agency published its last national figures on marriage and divorce rates last week. It has been collecting divorce data since 1972 and marriage data since 1921. It pegs the cost of reinstating the collection at $250,000.
The
Wednesday, July 20, 2011
Anpanman First Digital Camera For Kids From Takara Tomy
Kids now have a lot of high tech devices for toys. What was once considered as a common device used largely by adults is now available in its kid version. The common device being talked...
Tuesday, July 19, 2011
SPORTS - AP Sources: NFL players review parts of deal (AP)
The NFL Players Association's executive committee reviewed only portions of a proposed deal to end the lockout and not enough to warrant a vote Tuesday, two people familiar with the league's labor negotiations told The Associated Press.
A full agreement in principle hadn't been completed as of Tuesday night, and another person familiar with the talks said there was no guarantee a full document would be finished Wednesday, either.
The people spoke
A full agreement in principle hadn't been completed as of Tuesday night, and another person familiar with the talks said there was no guarantee a full document would be finished Wednesday, either.
The people spoke
T-Mobile to drop prices on smartphone plans
T-Mobile USA is throwing down the gauntlet at Sprint Nextel with its new smartphone price plans.
The G2X, one of the smartphones compatible with T-Mobile's upcoming new data plans
(Credit:
Nicole Lee/CNET)
T-Mobile is set to announce Wednesday that it plans to cut the price of its smartphone plans. Most significantly, its mid-tier plan--which includes unlimited phone calls, text messages, and data--drops by $20 to $59.99 a month. In comparison, Sprint's comparable plan--which includes
The G2X, one of the smartphones compatible with T-Mobile's upcoming new data plans
(Credit:
Nicole Lee/CNET)
T-Mobile is set to announce Wednesday that it plans to cut the price of its smartphone plans. Most significantly, its mid-tier plan--which includes unlimited phone calls, text messages, and data--drops by $20 to $59.99 a month. In comparison, Sprint's comparable plan--which includes
Lippi: Rossi will be great for Juve
Former Italy coach Marcello Lippi believes Villarreal striker Giuseppe Rossi will be a success at Juventus.
The 24-year-old has been continually linked with a move to Turin this summer and his agent Federico Pastorello expects a deal to be struck between the Spanish and the Italian club by this week.
Lippi, who had two spells in charge of the Old Lady, has urged his former side to quicken the signing of the Italian international.
“If Juventus are able to get Rossi then he will be a great
The 24-year-old has been continually linked with a move to Turin this summer and his agent Federico Pastorello expects a deal to be struck between the Spanish and the Italian club by this week.
Lippi, who had two spells in charge of the Old Lady, has urged his former side to quicken the signing of the Italian international.
“If Juventus are able to get Rossi then he will be a great
Monday, July 18, 2011
Is Alomar the greatest Blue Jay ever?
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Charlie Sheen to star in new 'Anger Management' sitcom
Photo by Chris Pizzello, Associated Press
Charlie Sheen
LOS ANGELES — It’s official: Charlie Sheen has found a new sitcom. Now all he needs is a network to air it.
Four months after getting fired from CBS’ “Two and a Half Men,” Sheen will return to TV in “Anger Management,” a sitcom adaptation of the 2003 movie. Sheen will play the
Charlie Sheen
LOS ANGELES — It’s official: Charlie Sheen has found a new sitcom. Now all he needs is a network to air it.
Four months after getting fired from CBS’ “Two and a Half Men,” Sheen will return to TV in “Anger Management,” a sitcom adaptation of the 2003 movie. Sheen will play the
Strauss-Kahn’s ex questioned in attempted rape case
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines. The Forbidden Fashion Show roars into the Seattle Art Museum on Saturday, May 21, with sexy swimwear and lingerie strutting a runway designed like a roadway. The James Bond-themed show, titled “Live Another Night,” is in its fourth year, and it’s the only show of its kind in Seattle,
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For FIFA fat cats, luxury and favours
The titans of international soccer are used to pampering. Motorcades. Police escorts. Five-star hotels. Lavish dinners. Cash allowances of $500 a day, and an additional $250 for their wives or girlfriends.
The 24 members of the executive committee of FIFA — the association that governs the global game and organizes the World Cup — form an elite all-men’s club, reaping annual salaries and bonuses of up to $300,000 in addition to their various perks. For that, they are asked to do little
The 24 members of the executive committee of FIFA — the association that governs the global game and organizes the World Cup — form an elite all-men’s club, reaping annual salaries and bonuses of up to $300,000 in addition to their various perks. For that, they are asked to do little
Sunday, July 17, 2011
Jennifer Lopez and Marc Anthony Call it Quits on Marriage
Singer/actress Jennifer Lopez and singer Marc Anthony have announced that they plan to get divorced. Jennifer, 41, and Marc, 42, were quietly married at their home in June 2004 and share two-year-old twins, Max and Emme. Could it have been that much talked about 'seven year itch' or something more scandalous?
In a joint statement, the couple said: "We have decided to end our marriage. This was a very difficult decision. We have come to an amicable conclusion on all matters. It is a
In a joint statement, the couple said: "We have decided to end our marriage. This was a very difficult decision. We have come to an amicable conclusion on all matters. It is a
Saturday, July 16, 2011
SPORTS - Clarke avoids the weather, takes the lead (AP)
SANDWICH, England – About the only predictable part of this British Open is the weather.
The biggest surprise is the list of contenders for the claret jug.
The weather was wild again Saturday, shifting from a raging wind to a gentle sea breeze, from a driving rain to brilliant sunshine, and leaving most of the field wet, tired and feeling as though they got the short end of the draw. That's not unusual.
More peculiar was
The biggest surprise is the list of contenders for the claret jug.
The weather was wild again Saturday, shifting from a raging wind to a gentle sea breeze, from a driving rain to brilliant sunshine, and leaving most of the field wet, tired and feeling as though they got the short end of the draw. That's not unusual.
More peculiar was
Facebook bans Google+ ad
Ingenuity is surely something to be admired. Commercial ingenuity is something to be revered.
Sometimes, though, it seems that certain tech companies only revere their own ingenuity. That seems to be the case with Facebook, which, as reported by TechCrunch's Erick Schonfeld, has removed a piece of fine commercial ingenuity from its site.
App developer Michael Lee Johnson, conscious of the need to be big on Google+ or be nobody, wondered what the best way to levitate his Google+ circles might
Sometimes, though, it seems that certain tech companies only revere their own ingenuity. That seems to be the case with Facebook, which, as reported by TechCrunch's Erick Schonfeld, has removed a piece of fine commercial ingenuity from its site.
App developer Michael Lee Johnson, conscious of the need to be big on Google+ or be nobody, wondered what the best way to levitate his Google+ circles might
When A Turn Toward Austerity Turned To Disaster
Four years into Franklin Roosevelt’s first presidential term, the worst of the Great Depression seemed behind him. Massive jolts of New Deal spending had stopped the economic slide, and the unemployment rate was cut from 22 percent to less than 10 percent.
A User’s Guide To The Budget Battles July 14, 2011
“People felt that there was momentum,” U.S. Senate historian Donald Ritchie tells Guy Raz, host of weekends on All Things
A User’s Guide To The Budget Battles July 14, 2011
“People felt that there was momentum,” U.S. Senate historian Donald Ritchie tells Guy Raz, host of weekends on All Things
Friday, July 15, 2011
Jays without Bautista's bat Friday vs. Yanks
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Terry Morrow: 'Friday Night Lights' to air series finale
Taylor Kitsch plays high-school stud Tim Riggins
on “Friday Night Lights,” a role that
has many similarities to his real life.
What a game it has been. For five seasons, “Friday Night Lights” has never failed to be the best drama on any network — and holds its own up against most on cable. Now, it is time to say goodbye in a 90-minute finale (8 p.m. today,
on “Friday Night Lights,” a role that
has many similarities to his real life.
What a game it has been. For five seasons, “Friday Night Lights” has never failed to be the best drama on any network — and holds its own up against most on cable. Now, it is time to say goodbye in a 90-minute finale (8 p.m. today,
US June consumer prices fell 0.2%, but growing fears of core inflation
Cheaper gasoline was one of the determining items
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However, a survey of consumer confidence suggests US shoppers are feeling increasingly pessimistic. Worries about falling incomes and rising unemployment pushed confidence to its lowest since March 2009.
According to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan survey, the measures of both the current economic conditions and consumer expectations dropped to their lowest since 2009.
Separately, a much-watched gauge of manufacturing
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However, a survey of consumer confidence suggests US shoppers are feeling increasingly pessimistic. Worries about falling incomes and rising unemployment pushed confidence to its lowest since March 2009.
According to the Thomson Reuters/University of Michigan survey, the measures of both the current economic conditions and consumer expectations dropped to their lowest since 2009.
Separately, a much-watched gauge of manufacturing
Carragher hails Liverpool’s new boys
Jamie Carragher has hailed Liverpool’s transfer policy under Kenny Dalglish.
The signing of Stewart Downing will take Dalglish’s spending to £100million since returning for a second spell as Liverpool boss.
The Reds’ strikeforce was boosted by the signing of Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez in January, and Downing is their third midfield recruit this summer after the arrival of Jordan Henderson and Charlie Adam.
Carragher feels the club’s new board is putting together a squad which has the
The signing of Stewart Downing will take Dalglish’s spending to £100million since returning for a second spell as Liverpool boss.
The Reds’ strikeforce was boosted by the signing of Andy Carroll and Luis Suarez in January, and Downing is their third midfield recruit this summer after the arrival of Jordan Henderson and Charlie Adam.
Carragher feels the club’s new board is putting together a squad which has the
SPORTS - AP sources: NFL players, owners making progress (AP)
NEW YORK – Significant progress on a major sticking point in the NFL labor impasse — soaring rookie salaries — during marathon talks Thursday raised hopes that a tentative agreement in principle could perhaps come within 24 hours, according to two people familiar with the negotiations.
They cautioned, however, that other key issues remained for owners and players to resolve, including free agency and new offseason workout rules.
They cautioned, however, that other key issues remained for owners and players to resolve, including free agency and new offseason workout rules.
Samsung, Acer Google Chromebooks still strong on Amazon
The Acer Chromebook was ranked at No. 4 on Amazon's best-selling laptop list.
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Amazon)
Google software-based Chromebooks from Samsung and Acer are still vying with Apple MacBook Pros and
Windows 7 laptops in an Amazon top-10 popularity contest.
As of Thursday evening, the $349 11.6-inch Acer AC700-1099 Chromebook (Wi-Fi) is ranked No. 4 on Amazon's laptop best-seller list, while the $499 12.1-inch Samsung Series 5 3G Chromebook (Titan Silver) is in the No. 10 spot.
Above the No. 4
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Amazon)
Google software-based Chromebooks from Samsung and Acer are still vying with Apple MacBook Pros and
Windows 7 laptops in an Amazon top-10 popularity contest.
As of Thursday evening, the $349 11.6-inch Acer AC700-1099 Chromebook (Wi-Fi) is ranked No. 4 on Amazon's laptop best-seller list, while the $499 12.1-inch Samsung Series 5 3G Chromebook (Titan Silver) is in the No. 10 spot.
Above the No. 4
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Android 3.2 rolling out on Xoom, Motorola says
Motorola is now rolling out Android Honeycomb 3.2 for its Xoom tablet.
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Motorola)
Motorola is beginning to roll out
Android Honeycomb 3.2 for its Xoom
tablet. The Google update includes a couple of key enhancements that will also roll out to other Android tablets in the near future.
"Google has started rolling out Android 3.2, in phases, to Motorola Xoom users," a Motorola representative confirmed for CNET today.
The update will introduce a new viewing mode, referred to as "zoom to
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Motorola)
Motorola is beginning to roll out
Android Honeycomb 3.2 for its Xoom
tablet. The Google update includes a couple of key enhancements that will also roll out to other Android tablets in the near future.
"Google has started rolling out Android 3.2, in phases, to Motorola Xoom users," a Motorola representative confirmed for CNET today.
The update will introduce a new viewing mode, referred to as "zoom to
Davidi on Prospects: Jays' cupboards stocked
BY SHI DAVIDIsportsnet.ca
PHOENIX – The double-A New Hampshire Fisher Cats are currently home to several Toronto Blue Jays prospects that are each considered a big part of the club’s future.One of them, right-hander Henderson Alvarez, pitched a scoreless inning at the Futures Game on Sunday as part of this week’s all-star festivities, giving fans a look at his impressive arsenal.Fisher Cats manager Sal Fasano, who also took part in the talent showcase as a coach with the
PHOENIX – The double-A New Hampshire Fisher Cats are currently home to several Toronto Blue Jays prospects that are each considered a big part of the club’s future.One of them, right-hander Henderson Alvarez, pitched a scoreless inning at the Futures Game on Sunday as part of this week’s all-star festivities, giving fans a look at his impressive arsenal.Fisher Cats manager Sal Fasano, who also took part in the talent showcase as a coach with the
Why Prosecutors Don’t Go After Wall Street
Enlarge Charles Dharapak/AP
In 2010, Fabrice Tourre, an executive director at Goldman Sachs, became the only person at Goldman Sachs and across Wall Street sued by the SEC for his role in a mortgage securities deal during the housing bubble.
Charles Dharapak/AP
In 2010, Fabrice Tourre, an executive director at Goldman Sachs, became the only person at Goldman Sachs and across Wall Street sued by the SEC for his role in a mortgage securities deal during the housing
In 2010, Fabrice Tourre, an executive director at Goldman Sachs, became the only person at Goldman Sachs and across Wall Street sued by the SEC for his role in a mortgage securities deal during the housing bubble.
Charles Dharapak/AP
In 2010, Fabrice Tourre, an executive director at Goldman Sachs, became the only person at Goldman Sachs and across Wall Street sued by the SEC for his role in a mortgage securities deal during the housing
Tuesday, July 12, 2011
Connolly excited to get started with Leafs
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Notsville.com: Rep. Hurley misses recess for passing notes
Julia Hurley
Notsville.com has learned State Rep. Julia Hurley, R-Lenoir City, was disciplined for passing notes to a colleague during a late-night session in May. As a result, she was forced to miss recess.
Earlier this week Hurley confirmed she carved her initials in her desk.
The parody site has the rest of the story about the
Notsville.com has learned State Rep. Julia Hurley, R-Lenoir City, was disciplined for passing notes to a colleague during a late-night session in May. As a result, she was forced to miss recess.
Earlier this week Hurley confirmed she carved her initials in her desk.
The parody site has the rest of the story about the
Lucio calls for Brazilian commitment
Brazil captain Lucio has called for more commitment as the current champions look to avoid an embarrassing early exit from the Copa America when they face Ecuador.
Brazil, champions in four of the last five Copa America tournaments, have drawn their opening two matches in Group A, being held 0-0 by Venezuela first up and then salvaging a 2-2 tie with Paraguay on Saturday thanks to an 89th-minute equaliser from Fred.
That has left Mano Menezes’ side level on two points with Paraguay, two
Brazil, champions in four of the last five Copa America tournaments, have drawn their opening two matches in Group A, being held 0-0 by Venezuela first up and then salvaging a 2-2 tie with Paraguay on Saturday thanks to an 89th-minute equaliser from Fred.
That has left Mano Menezes’ side level on two points with Paraguay, two
Monday, July 11, 2011
SPORTS - Cano wins HR Derby, beating Gonzalez (AP)
PHOENIX – Robinson Cano thought about hitting the Miller Lite sign, a 472-foot drive off an advertisement a good 50 feet or more above and well behind the swimming pool at Chase Field.
"That was my favorite one I'm going to have that in my mind for the next two or three weeks. I wonder how far could it be, that in New York?" he said. "I got power."
In another Yankees-Red Sox showdown, Cano outslugged Adrian Gonzalez 12-11 in the final round
"That was my favorite one I'm going to have that in my mind for the next two or three weeks. I wonder how far could it be, that in New York?" he said. "I got power."
In another Yankees-Red Sox showdown, Cano outslugged Adrian Gonzalez 12-11 in the final round
Katango's algorithmic approach to Google Circles problem
It's not just Google that's been thinking about easing the awkwardness of social interactions with your work, school, social, family, and other types of contacts online. A new start-up called Katango promises to automatically detect natural groupings of people on networks like Facebook.
Like Google Circles, the management interface for the new Google+ initiative, Katango is a tool for individual users to better understand and segment their own contacts, rather than a group-creation tool
Like Google Circles, the management interface for the new Google+ initiative, Katango is a tool for individual users to better understand and segment their own contacts, rather than a group-creation tool
Bautista disappoints, Cano wins HR derby
BY SHI DAVIDIsportsnet.ca
PHOENIX – Snubbed a year ago, Jose Bautista entered the Home Run Derby as the oddsmaker’s favourite to win it all and a common player’s pick to emerge victorious Monday night.
Instead, the Toronto Blue Jays slugger went one and done at the annual power show, opening strong with homers on his first two swings but going deep just four times in total during a round that did little to show off the thunder in his impressive bat.
Leading the majors in
PHOENIX – Snubbed a year ago, Jose Bautista entered the Home Run Derby as the oddsmaker’s favourite to win it all and a common player’s pick to emerge victorious Monday night.
Instead, the Toronto Blue Jays slugger went one and done at the annual power show, opening strong with homers on his first two swings but going deep just four times in total during a round that did little to show off the thunder in his impressive bat.
Leading the majors in
Sunday, July 10, 2011
Jays dominate Tribe to win series in Cleveland
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
CLEVELAND -- Three days after hitting their low point of the season, the Toronto Blue Jays are flying high going into the all-star break.
Jose Bautista's two-run double and six strong innings from Brett Cecil led Toronto to a 7-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Sunday. The Blue Jays took the last three games of the series after suffering a crushing 5-4 defeat in the opener on Thursday in which they couldn't hold a four-run lead and lost on Travis Hafner's
CLEVELAND -- Three days after hitting their low point of the season, the Toronto Blue Jays are flying high going into the all-star break.
Jose Bautista's two-run double and six strong innings from Brett Cecil led Toronto to a 7-1 win over the Cleveland Indians on Sunday. The Blue Jays took the last three games of the series after suffering a crushing 5-4 defeat in the opener on Thursday in which they couldn't hold a four-run lead and lost on Travis Hafner's
David and Victoria Beckham welcome a baby girl
Photo by Jon Bond, Associated Press
British soccer player David Beckham pats the stomach of his pregnant wife Victoria, as they attend the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton at London's Westminster Abbey, in this April 29, 2011, file photo. Spokesman for David Beckham, Simon Oliveire says Sunday July 10, 2011, that Victoria Beckham has given birth to a healthy baby girl,
British soccer player David Beckham pats the stomach of his pregnant wife Victoria, as they attend the wedding of Britain's Prince William and Kate Middleton at London's Westminster Abbey, in this April 29, 2011, file photo. Spokesman for David Beckham, Simon Oliveire says Sunday July 10, 2011, that Victoria Beckham has given birth to a healthy baby girl,
Sounders edge Timbers
Fredy Montero scored two goals and Osvaldo Alonso added another on a penalty kick to give the Seattle Sounders FC a 3-2 victory over the Portland Timbers on Sunday in the second match between the two Major League Soccer rivals.
The teams played to a 1-1 draw at Qwest Field back in May when they met in the season’s first game of the so-called Cascadia Cup rivalry.
The Sounders (9-4-8) are undefeated in eight straight matches. They were coming off a scoreless draw against the Los Angeles
The teams played to a 1-1 draw at Qwest Field back in May when they met in the season’s first game of the so-called Cascadia Cup rivalry.
The Sounders (9-4-8) are undefeated in eight straight matches. They were coming off a scoreless draw against the Los Angeles
Yao Ming calls press conference amid retirement speculation
Yao Ming’s American agent would not confirm reports that the Houston Rockets’ all-star centre is retiring, saying Yao has scheduled a July 20 news conference in Shanghai to reveal his plans.
John Huizinga said Saturday night that he was “not in a position” to say whether Yao had informed the NBA that he planned to retire.
“I’m not in a position to do that,” Yao’s agent said in a phone interview. “He’s going to have a press conference on July 20. What that says is that’s
John Huizinga said Saturday night that he was “not in a position” to say whether Yao had informed the NBA that he planned to retire.
“I’m not in a position to do that,” Yao’s agent said in a phone interview. “He’s going to have a press conference on July 20. What that says is that’s
Bautista sets Jays' record in win over Tribe
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
CLEVELAND -- Jose Bautista received a record number of fan votes to appear in Tuesday's all-star game, and it's easy to see why.
Bautista led off the 10th inning with his second homer of the game, lifting the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-4 win over the Cleveland Indians on Saturday night.
Bautista, who leads the majors with 31 homers, connected on a 1-0 pitch from Chris Perez (3-2) after the Indians tied it on Travis Buck's two-out double in the ninth. The
CLEVELAND -- Jose Bautista received a record number of fan votes to appear in Tuesday's all-star game, and it's easy to see why.
Bautista led off the 10th inning with his second homer of the game, lifting the Toronto Blue Jays to a 5-4 win over the Cleveland Indians on Saturday night.
Bautista, who leads the majors with 31 homers, connected on a 1-0 pitch from Chris Perez (3-2) after the Indians tied it on Travis Buck's two-out double in the ninth. The
A Coffee Maker That Eliminates That Bitter Taste
Coffee makers now come a dime a dozen. Now that is a testament to just how popular a beverage like coffee is around the world. But just like there are different coffee brewers available in...
Gateway ID47 Notebook
Looks, aside from performance have become an important factor in choosing a laptop or notebook. That is why both features stand highly among newer laptops being introduced in the market. One of them that may...
Friday, July 8, 2011
SPORTS - Nolan Ryan says fan's widow worried about son (AP)
ARLINGTON, Texas – Go to the ballpark and catch a foul ball: It's what every fan wants to do.
And so it was for 6-year-old Cooper Stone.
He and his dad even stopped to buy a new glove on the way to the Texas Rangers game Thursday night. Even better, their seats were in the left field stands, shouting distance from Cooper's favorite player, reigning AL MVP Josh Hamilton.
Maybe, just maybe, he would throw one their way. In the
And so it was for 6-year-old Cooper Stone.
He and his dad even stopped to buy a new glove on the way to the Texas Rangers game Thursday night. Even better, their seats were in the left field stands, shouting distance from Cooper's favorite player, reigning AL MVP Josh Hamilton.
Maybe, just maybe, he would throw one their way. In the
This summer, Twitter ads will get harder to ignore
As Twitter raises even more money, it's getting more serious about making money. The service is set to start showing ads in users' "timelines" within the next month, following through on plans it has talked about for more than a year.
Twitter is pushing a new ad product called "Promoted Tweets To Followers," set to launch by early August.
They will give marketers a chance to place their messages directly in front of users that follow particular brands, via ads that will show up when a user
Twitter is pushing a new ad product called "Promoted Tweets To Followers," set to launch by early August.
They will give marketers a chance to place their messages directly in front of users that follow particular brands, via ads that will show up when a user
Snider, Davis power Jays over Indians
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
CLEVELAND -- Thursday night just wasn't on the minds of the Toronto Blue Jays.
Travis Snider drove in five runs and Rajai Davis knocked in four for Toronto and the Blue Jays bounced back from a day after a stunning loss to beat the Indians 11-7 on Friday night.
"The thing we've seen time and time again this season, is when we've had some adversity the day before we've put it behind us," Toronto manager John Farrell said. "We continue to battle and
CLEVELAND -- Thursday night just wasn't on the minds of the Toronto Blue Jays.
Travis Snider drove in five runs and Rajai Davis knocked in four for Toronto and the Blue Jays bounced back from a day after a stunning loss to beat the Indians 11-7 on Friday night.
"The thing we've seen time and time again this season, is when we've had some adversity the day before we've put it behind us," Toronto manager John Farrell said. "We continue to battle and
Thursday, July 7, 2011
Kevin Mitnick shows how easy it is to hack a phone
Hacker Kevin Mitnick is conscientiously working on his image.
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Declan McCullagh/CNET)
British tabloid News of the World said today it is closing down over a phone hacking scandal in which workers for the Rupert Murdoch-owned newspaper allegedly snooped on voice mail messages left on the mobile phones of murder victims, as well as celebrities, politicians, and the British royal family. If unethical journalists can do it chances are anyone can, right? To test my theory I called
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Declan McCullagh/CNET)
British tabloid News of the World said today it is closing down over a phone hacking scandal in which workers for the Rupert Murdoch-owned newspaper allegedly snooped on voice mail messages left on the mobile phones of murder victims, as well as celebrities, politicians, and the British royal family. If unethical journalists can do it chances are anyone can, right? To test my theory I called
Raonic out of Rogers Cup after hip surgery
BY SPORTSNET STAFFsportsnet.ca
Milos Raonic underwent successful hip surgery and will miss the Rogers Cup, Sportsnet has learned.Raonic underwent the procedure on July 5th in Vail, Colorado and is expected to make a full recovery.Raonic’s agent Graham Cross says Raonic expects to be back on the court in the next six weeks and ready for competition at some point thereafterMore info to come …
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Milos Raonic underwent successful hip surgery and will miss the Rogers Cup, Sportsnet has learned.Raonic underwent the procedure on July 5th in Vail, Colorado and is expected to make a full recovery.Raonic’s agent Graham Cross says Raonic expects to be back on the court in the next six weeks and ready for competition at some point thereafterMore info to come …
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Wickes pulls News of the World advertising after phone hacking scandal
DIY chain Wickes is the latest retailer to withdraw advertising from the News of the World following phone hacking allegations against the newspaper.
A spokesperson for the chain said: “Wickes will not be advertising in the News of the World whilst the investigation into their conduct is in progress. Any decisions around advertising with News of the World will be made following the outcome of the investigation.”Wickes has joined supermarket chains the Co-op, Sainsburys and Aldi in
A spokesperson for the chain said: “Wickes will not be advertising in the News of the World whilst the investigation into their conduct is in progress. Any decisions around advertising with News of the World will be made following the outcome of the investigation.”Wickes has joined supermarket chains the Co-op, Sainsburys and Aldi in
James Spader joins 'The Office'
NBC
James Spader
LOS ANGELES - NBC officially announced Wednesday that James Spader is the man who will fill void of the "world's best boss" on "The Office."
Spader ("Boston Legal," "The Practice") joins the cast of the NBC comedy, reprising his role as new CEO Robert California of Sabre, the parent company of Dunder Mifflin.
"James will reprise his role as Robert California,
James Spader
LOS ANGELES - NBC officially announced Wednesday that James Spader is the man who will fill void of the "world's best boss" on "The Office."
Spader ("Boston Legal," "The Practice") joins the cast of the NBC comedy, reprising his role as new CEO Robert California of Sabre, the parent company of Dunder Mifflin.
"James will reprise his role as Robert California,
Atop A Train, Migrants Begin Dangerous Trek To U.S.
First in a three-part series.
Every year, hundreds of thousands of migrants illegally cross from Mexico into the United States. Some of them have traveled thousands of miles to reach American soil. The journey, which was always perilous, has become even more dangerous as Mexican drug cartels strengthen their control over the smuggling, kidnapping and extortion of migrants. In 2010, hundreds of migrants went missing or were killed in Mexico. More than 20,000 were kidnapped.
For many Central
Every year, hundreds of thousands of migrants illegally cross from Mexico into the United States. Some of them have traveled thousands of miles to reach American soil. The journey, which was always perilous, has become even more dangerous as Mexican drug cartels strengthen their control over the smuggling, kidnapping and extortion of migrants. In 2010, hundreds of migrants went missing or were killed in Mexico. More than 20,000 were kidnapped.
For many Central
Wednesday, July 6, 2011
Toshiba Qosmio F750 Glasses-Free 3D Laptop
3D laptops are becoming quite common as more and more models are being introduced in the market. But most of the models usually require users to wear 3D glasses in order to enjoy the experience....
Tuesday, July 5, 2011
Steve Jobs biography gets new title
Apple CEO Steve Jobs made a surprise appearance at the iPad 2 unveiling earlier this year in San Francisco.
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James Martin)
Steve Jobs' biography was only announced a few months ago and it already has a new title.
"iSteve: The Book of Jobs," the first authorized biography of the Apple co-founder and chief executive, has been rechristened simply "Steve Jobs." The book, which was announced in April and is due to be published next year by Simon & Schuster, is being penned by
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James Martin)
Steve Jobs' biography was only announced a few months ago and it already has a new title.
"iSteve: The Book of Jobs," the first authorized biography of the Apple co-founder and chief executive, has been rechristened simply "Steve Jobs." The book, which was announced in April and is due to be published next year by Simon & Schuster, is being penned by
Play at the plate ends Jays rally in Boston
BY SHI DAVIDIsportsnet.ca
BOSTON – Toronto Blue Jays players and coaches were left shaking their heads in the clubhouse, a mix of anger and frustration hanging in the air.Many had seen the replay of the game-ending play in Tuesday’s 3-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox and all believed that Edwin Encarnacion had successfully avoided the tag and slid in safely, if awkwardly, around catcher Jason Varitek."Nothing changes, you can’t get the call at Fenway Park," one voice muttered."We should
BOSTON – Toronto Blue Jays players and coaches were left shaking their heads in the clubhouse, a mix of anger and frustration hanging in the air.Many had seen the replay of the game-ending play in Tuesday’s 3-2 loss to the Boston Red Sox and all believed that Edwin Encarnacion had successfully avoided the tag and slid in safely, if awkwardly, around catcher Jason Varitek."Nothing changes, you can’t get the call at Fenway Park," one voice muttered."We should
Terry Morrow: Dolly Parton shoots TLC collectibles show, shocks 2 fans
PIGEON FORGE — Dolly Parton surprised two Pigeon Forge fans Tuesday by showing up on their doorstep for the new TLC collectibles show “My Collection Obsession.”
Fans Patrick Parkey and Harrell Gabehart knew the TLC cameras would tape an episode of “Obsession” at their house to get footage of their massive Parton collectibles — everything from an old Christmas tree to an old car she and her husband, Carl Dean, used to own. They had no idea,
Fans Patrick Parkey and Harrell Gabehart knew the TLC cameras would tape an episode of “Obsession” at their house to get footage of their massive Parton collectibles — everything from an old Christmas tree to an old car she and her husband, Carl Dean, used to own. They had no idea,
Monday, July 4, 2011
SPORTS - Farrar gives US a win on July 4 at Tour de France (AP)
REDON, France – Two months ago, Tyler Farrar was demoralized, sleeping 20 hours a day. He had even stopped riding, overcome by sorrow after his best friend died in a crash at the Giro d'Italia.
On Monday, Farrar became the first American to win a stage of the Tour de France on the Fourth of July. It was the first time he had won a stage in cycling's showcase race, and he dedicated the victory to the late Wouter Weylandt of Belgium.
"It's a
On Monday, Farrar became the first American to win a stage of the Tour de France on the Fourth of July. It was the first time he had won a stage in cycling's showcase race, and he dedicated the victory to the late Wouter Weylandt of Belgium.
"It's a
Firefox PDF reader passes 'pixel-perfect' test
Mozilla's pdf.js software, which uses Web-based display technologies such as JavaScript and HTML5, now sports a multi-page scroll option on the left.
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screenshot by Stephen Shankland/CNET)
Mozilla programmers have achieved a goal to build a PDF reader out of Web programming technology, the "pixel-perfect" rendering of a particular file.
The file, a research paper on fast execution of JavaScript (PDF), contains formatted text, graphics, tables, and graphical diagrams. With the
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screenshot by Stephen Shankland/CNET)
Mozilla programmers have achieved a goal to build a PDF reader out of Web programming technology, the "pixel-perfect" rendering of a particular file.
The file, a research paper on fast execution of JavaScript (PDF), contains formatted text, graphics, tables, and graphical diagrams. With the
Flames re-sign Anton Babchuk to two-year extension
The Calgary Flames re-signed defenceman Anton Babchuk to a two-year contract extension Monday worth US$5 million.
The 27-year-old played in 65 games with Calgary last season after coming over in a trade from Carolina along with Tom Kostopoulos.
Babchuk totalled 11 goals and 24 assists and was a team high plus-14 with the Flames. He added eight points (3-5) in 17 games with Carolina.
The deal will pay Babchuk $2.5 million a year.
“Anton Babchuk is a sound positional player on the back line and
The 27-year-old played in 65 games with Calgary last season after coming over in a trade from Carolina along with Tom Kostopoulos.
Babchuk totalled 11 goals and 24 assists and was a team high plus-14 with the Flames. He added eight points (3-5) in 17 games with Carolina.
The deal will pay Babchuk $2.5 million a year.
“Anton Babchuk is a sound positional player on the back line and
Sharks deal Heatley to Wild for Havlat
THE ASSOCIATED PRESS
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- San Jose and Minnesota made their second major deal of the off-season with the Sharks sending Dany Heatley to the Wild on Sunday for Martin Havlat.
The move comes on the heels of the draft-day trade that sent all-star defenceman Brent Burns to San Jose for speedy forward Devin Setoguchi and two other players.
The acquisition of Burns filled San Jose's need for a topflight defenceman but created a new need for speed up front after
SAN JOSE, Calif. -- San Jose and Minnesota made their second major deal of the off-season with the Sharks sending Dany Heatley to the Wild on Sunday for Martin Havlat.
The move comes on the heels of the draft-day trade that sent all-star defenceman Brent Burns to San Jose for speedy forward Devin Setoguchi and two other players.
The acquisition of Burns filled San Jose's need for a topflight defenceman but created a new need for speed up front after
Thousands return home after Los Alamos evacuation order lifted
Fire officials battling the Los Alamos wildfire say they determined that a tree falling onto power lines sparked the blaze.
The fire erupted June 26 and has since scorched 189 square miles, or about 121,000 acres, of land northwest of Santa Fe. It is 19 per cent contained.
Until Sunday, officials hadn’t released a cause of the fire, which initially caused alarm as it burned close to the Los Alamos Nuclear Laboratory.
Los Alamos and nearby communities were evacuated nearly a week ago, but
The fire erupted June 26 and has since scorched 189 square miles, or about 121,000 acres, of land northwest of Santa Fe. It is 19 per cent contained.
Until Sunday, officials hadn’t released a cause of the fire, which initially caused alarm as it burned close to the Los Alamos Nuclear Laboratory.
Los Alamos and nearby communities were evacuated nearly a week ago, but
Skype for Android Gets Updated, Video Calls Now Possible
Skype for Android has been updated to the relief of long-time Skype users, who can now make one-on-one video calls with fellow Skypers on both WiFi and 3G connections. Users can even make video...
Saturday, July 2, 2011
Jays tossed in emotional Doc return
BY SHI DAVIDIsportsnet.ca
TORONTO – Jose Bautista was the first to take a strip off Alfonso Marquez when he didn’t like a called third strike in the first inning, but he certainly wasn’t the last.
By the time all was said and done, Saturday afternoon’s 5-3 win by the Philadelphia Phillies over the Toronto Blue Jays was just as memorable for manager John Farrell wrestling reliever Jon Rauch away from the home plate umpire as it was for Roy Halladay’s return
TORONTO – Jose Bautista was the first to take a strip off Alfonso Marquez when he didn’t like a called third strike in the first inning, but he certainly wasn’t the last.
By the time all was said and done, Saturday afternoon’s 5-3 win by the Philadelphia Phillies over the Toronto Blue Jays was just as memorable for manager John Farrell wrestling reliever Jon Rauch away from the home plate umpire as it was for Roy Halladay’s return
In France, The Strauss-Kahn Uproar Gets Even Louder
Enlarge Alice Keeney/ASSOCIATED PRESS Republican presidential candidate, Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn. speaks in Charleston, S.C., June 29, 2011. Alice Keeney/ASSOCIATED PRESS Republican presidential candidate, Rep. Michele Bachmann, R-Minn. speaks in Charleston, S.C., June 29, 2011. During this week’s political chat, host Michel Martin discusses the budget talks, various abortion laws nationwide and Tea Party favorite
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Friday, July 1, 2011
Brophy on NHL: Out of control spending
The increased salary cap floor has caused NHL teams to sign a large amount of outrageous deals.
Somehow I don't think this is what the NHL had in mind when it shut the league down for a year in an effort to get radical spending under control.With teams forced to spend money to reach the salary cap floor, which is $48.3 million next season, the NHL set a record for shockingly bad contracts on July 1, the opening of free agent season. It used to be the big spenders that were
Somehow I don't think this is what the NHL had in mind when it shut the league down for a year in an effort to get radical spending under control.With teams forced to spend money to reach the salary cap floor, which is $48.3 million next season, the NHL set a record for shockingly bad contracts on July 1, the opening of free agent season. It used to be the big spenders that were
Wayne Bledsoe: Dolly Parton's guide to mental health
When Dolly Parton sets out to make an "uplifting" album she's not about to go halfway. Her new disc, "Better Day," is all about that upbeat and uplifting thing. She wants you to feel good and, chances are, if you're susceptible to suggestion at all, she'll help you get at least halfway there.
Parton is not only one of country's greatest artists and one of America's most recognizable icons, she's one of America's best songwriters. At the top of her game
Parton is not only one of country's greatest artists and one of America's most recognizable icons, she's one of America's best songwriters. At the top of her game
Strauss-Kahn Released Without Bail
Ladies and gentlemen, start your engines. The Forbidden Fashion Show roars into the Seattle Art Museum on Saturday, May 21, with sexy swimwear and lingerie strutting a runway designed like a roadway. The James Bond-themed show, titled “Live Another Night,” is in its fourth year, and it’s the only show of its kind in Seattle,
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