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Apple Ditches The Geeks And Early Adopters Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:18AMWith a low $99 price point and syncing capabilities with Netflix, ABC, and Fox, Steve Jobs’ newly overhauled Apple TV is primed for parents, not geeks. Brian Ries on how the company is abandoning its early adopters.
Ex-DOJer helped expose alleged Wikileaks source Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 11:00AMMark Rasch, previously the head of the Justice Department's computer crime unit, helped to turn in alleged Wikileaks source Bradley Manning.
Running With Scissors Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:44AMThere’s a lesson in the dispute between the polling outfit Research 2000 and the website Daily Kos that broke into a firestorm this week, but I’m not sure the commentary to date has nailed it. Transparency, to me, is not... Research 2000 - Daily Kos - Politics - United States - Opinion poll
Dancing With the Stars Cast Revealed in Full, Includes the Hoff, a Palin, a Quarterback and The Situation Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 10:42AMWe hate to say we told ya so... Between WWK and the Awful Truth, E! News pretty much had this one covered, having already revealed that Bristol Palin, Jennifer Grey, Mike "The...
Domenici sees federal debt as threat to US democracy Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:09AMLAS CRUCES -- Occasionally peppering his remarks with lighthearted jokes, sometimes about himself, retired U.S. Sen. Pete Domenici took center stage Wednesday with former ABC news anchor Sam Donaldson and emphasized the need for resolving the federal government's huge debt.
Texas senator calls for border focus at Domenici conference Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 1:01AMLAS CRUCES - Texas' senior senator, Republican Kay Bailey Hutchison, referred to the bullets from Juárez gunfights that have strayed across the international border this summer, when framing her remarks Wednesday to a crowd at New Mexico State University.
YouTube star returns home to entertain WSD faculty Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:57AMOver the past year, Blue Bell native Sam Tsui has performed in a lot of venues: at Lincoln Center, on television on "The Oprah Winfrey Show" and on millions of computers across the world through YouTube.
Domenici focuses on debt resolution during afternoon talk Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:46AMLAS CRUCES - Occasionally peppering his remarks with light-hearted jokes, sometimes about himself, retired U.S. Sen. Pete Domenici took center stage here Wednesday with former ABC news anchor Sam Donaldson and emphasized the need for resolving the federal government's huge debt.
When do you turn off the cameras? Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:44AMThe 24-hour news channels face tricky choices when violence unfolds before our eyes, reports Michael Lallo. WHEN a gunman hijacked a tour bus in Manila last week, the tense stand-off — and bloody shootout that followed — was beamed live around the world. Millions witnessed the botched police raid.
Tony Clemenger joins LCubed Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:36AMTony Clemenger, the grandson of Clemenger BBDO’s founder Jack Clemenger, is the new sales and marketing director of Melbourne digital strategy agency LCubed. Clemenger previously sold his own agency The Ad Company and recently spent six months as strategy development director at Melbourne’s Magnum Opus Advertising. He said: “I am excited about the role. The digital [...]
Apple unveils social network, new iPod and TV tool Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:12AMSAN FRANCISCO (AFP) - Apple has launched a music-centered social network at iTunes and unveiled slick new iPod and Apple TV gadgets that promised to win the iconic company more devotees.
‘What’s for dinner?’, asks Lenard’s Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 12:06AMChicken retailer Lenard’s asks the question “What’s For dinner?” in a new campaign created by IdeaWorks. The campaign features people performing public duties including vicars, traffic cops and yoga teachers letting slip the dinner’s on their minds. The campaign launch in Queensland and Victoria tomorrow and in other states a week later. As well as TV [...]
Apple TV aims at Web-connected living room Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 11:55PMSAN FRANCISCO, USA: Apple Inc unveiled a smaller, cheaper version of its Web-to-TV device on Wednesday, stepping up a battle with Google Inc and Microsoft Corp for control of the digital living room.
Apple's iPods-plus-what? event Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:13PMA RECAP | Company addresses new TV, tiny nano and social networking on iTunes. » Rob Pegoraro | 3:36 p.m. ET iPhone - Apple - IPod Touch - Smartphones - Handhelds
When to turn off cameras Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 4:11PMThe 24-hour news channels face tricky choices when violence unfolds before our eyes.
Apple makes play for TV market; unveils new iPods Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:21PMSAN FRANCISCO, Sept 1 (Reuters) - Apple Inc has introduced a new version of Apple TV that allows audiences to rent series such as "Glee" and "Modern Family" for 99 cents, hoping to extend the popularity of its sleek devices to the living room.
Marketing gone viral, bru Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 3:16PMJAROD Green and his friends never dreamed that their good-natured attempt to poke fun at the New Zealand accent would turn into a multimillion dollar merchandising phenomenon.
Apple takes wraps off new lineup of iPods Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:47PMApple Inc unveiled a snazzier line of its iPod on Wednesday, with new designs for every model of the popular media device in hopes of kick-starting holiday sales.
Apple unveils social network for music Wednesday, September 1, 2010 @ 2:38PMMobile computing giant Apple announced a social network for music today, delivering a decided blow to established sites like MySpace and a similar service that is expected soon from Google.
Memphis Man Questioned On Terror Suspicion Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:40PMWhen a man boarded a plane in Memphis yesterday afternoon, he probably never thought he would end up being held by police.
Boehner Marks Success of Surge, End of U.S. Combat Mission in Iraq Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:13PMABC News' John R. Parkinson reports: With President Obama set to address the nation tonight from the Oval Office to talk about the end of the U.S combat mission in Iraq, House Minority Leader John Boehner called on the President... Iraq - Oval Office - United States - John Boehner - Minority leader of the United States House of Representatives
Tasmania moves to recognise same-sex unions Tuesday, August 31, 2010 @ 5:12PMTasmania's Lower House of Parliament has approved laws recognising same-sex marriages and civil unions registered in other states or countries.
Tut-Tut: Security Problems Seen in Egypt's Museums Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:23AMSecurity gaps seen in Egypt's museums after theft of Van Gogh painting in Cairo. Egypt - Cairo - Vincent van Gogh - Africa - Government
YouTube to Develop Pay-Per-View Movie Service Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:19AMVictoria Fitzgerald YouTube is rumored to be in talks with Hollywood to initiate a streaming pay-per-view movie service by the end of this year, The Financial Times has reported. Reports reveal that the service will begin in the U.S and will then be launched globally. The decision will place Google’s YouTube in the competition to develop into the world’s favorite location for content ...
Lord's Test match hit by Pakistan betting scandal Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:11AMThe International Cricket Council and the Pakistan Cricket Board are in discussions over the no-ball revelations that have stunned the world.
Pakistan may drop players under investigation Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 10:10AMPakistan could release any players under investigation for alleged corruption from their squad for the one-day series against England.
Thinner Time magazine still manages to stand out Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 7:45PMRick Stengel may have his shoulder in a sling, but when it comes to the newsmagazine wars, he's the last man standing.
Big finish for Dancing With The Stars as Webber takes One to audience high Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 7:42PMSeven’s series final of Dancing With The Stars finished strongly with nearly 1.5m viewers on Sunday night. However, it was slightly down on last year’s series final of 1.6m. Meanwhile the fading attractions of CSI were evident on Nine, where the 8.30pm show inherited an audience of nearly 1.6m from 60 Minutes but averaged just 930,000. [...]
Pakistan 'needs a rest' from cricket: Speed Sunday, August 29, 2010 @ 7:27PMMalcolm Speed says the ICC should strongly consider banning Pakistan because of its alleged involvement in match-fixing.
What’s your biggest mistake is not an easy question… Venus Raj was not alone. Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 9:01PMFilipinos are still reeling from the experience of having the chance to see their beautiful Miss Philippines-Universe contestant who made it to the TOP 5 during the Miss Universe contest in Las Vegas. We are all very proud of the accomplishment that Bb. Pilipinas-Universe Venus Raj achieved during the pageant. It has been more than [...]
Can’t Make the Local Little League Game? Break Out the Laptop Wednesday, August 25, 2010 @ 8:26PMAn emerging company is striking deals with local leagues to install Webcams at local baseball and softball fields.
Fox's Shepard Smith recalls Katrina Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:11PMAnger, more than sadness, characterized the work of many TV journalists then.
True Blood : "I Smell a Rat" Review Tuesday, August 24, 2010 @ 1:00PMTrue Blood (TV) So what is Sookie exactly? Well, she's a...
Australian newspapers ‘will stop printing by 2022′ Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:58PMNewspapers have 12 years or less left to live in print, the Newspaper Publishers Association will be told later this week. Ahead of Thursday night’s Newspaper of the Year Awards, the NPA is holding a “Future Forum” during the day fronted with a keynote speech from digital consultant Ross Dawson. In a release from the NPA, [...]
TV highlights Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 11:00PMThe two-hour special "Jefferson" (History at 8) profiles Thomas Jefferson, from his early life in Virginia to his rise to the presidency, and looks at his personal life, including his relationship with Sally Hemings. Arts - Television - Religion and Spirituality - United States - Christianity
TV ratings: Under the Hammer limps to the finish while Undercover Boss stays strong Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:28PMSeven’s property show Under The Hammer limped to a close with its final audience slipping to just 905,000 on Monday night. The network’s other series final RSPCA Animal Rescue also failed to break the million mark, bringing in 990,000 viewers, according to preliminary overnight metro ratings from Oz Tam. Despite an overall win for the night, Seven [...]
OU Practice Report: August 23 Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:25PMNews and notes from Oklahoma Sooners preseason practices.
Mumbo Report: Top five welcomes Melle Mel; City Subaru turkey Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 10:13PMIn today’s Mumbo Report from Studio 33: Five most played ads of the week: Bad blouses, political propaganda, rap gods and $15 ads Turkey of the week: another crime against music You can catch episode 54 and all the previous episodes by subscribing to Mumbrella’s Mumbo Report YouTube [...]
Report: VH1 Upset over Ochocinco/Evelyn Lozada Fling Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 9:41AM*You’d think that two VH1 reality stars dating each other would cause the network to salivate and start producing a new spinoff series where cameras would follow their every move. But according to TMZ, VH1 is not happy with Chad Ochocinco, who is supposed to be looking for love in his show “The Ultimate Catch,” [...]
White House Black Media Liason Quits Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 9:11AM*Corey Ealons, director of African-American media for the Obama administration, has decided to resign from his post effective immediately. “It is with some sadness, but also great anticipation for the future, that I make my exit from the White House today,” he wrote in an e-mail sent Friday at about 5:30 p.m. “It has been [...]
Video: Being Fat Costs Money Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 9:11AM*Umm… this is a sensitive topic… weight. Well, a woman in Dekalb County, Georgia had a pretty embarrassing moment at a local nail salon. Michelle Fonville got a pedi and mani, and got her brows done. And when she was handed the bill she got a very unpleasant surprise – a $5 surcharge. At first she [...]
Lee's joy and rage in New Orleans Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:21AMTONIGHT'S MUST-SEE: 'If God is Willing and Da Creek Don't Rise,' 9 p.m., HBO.
Australia's Labor, conservatives jockey for govt Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 4:12AMCANBERRA (Reuters) - Australia faces a week of political wrangling as votes were counted on Monday from an inconclusive election, with financial markets rowing back on early expectations of a minority conservative government.
Kogan launches video attack on rival retailer Harvey Norman Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 3:43AMOnline electronics retailer Kogan has launched a video attack on Harvey Norman in what has become an escalating PR battle between the two brands. Kogan – created by Rusland Kogan – has created the video suggesting that Harvey Norman has only one line: “Stick with the big brands”. The video comes after the PR battle between the [...]
Gruen Transfer sells conscription Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:58AMThe Gruen Transfer returns to its normal format this Wednesday, with young creatives challenged to sell the idea of a return to national conscription. During the election campaign The Gruen Transfer dropped its usual format of talking about how ads are created to focus on the marketing of politics as Gruen Nation. The ad above for The [...]
Ukulele undertaking Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:30AMLEBANON — Three o’clock had yet to strike, and there was still plenty of room on stage, still time for a miracle. The players had gathered beneath a big white tent at Cheadle Lake Park on Sunday, old and young, clutching ukuleles green, yellow, red and black, ready to do it, …
ABC's of FSU Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:05AMAdvising- Advisors are here to help students reach their goals, so bring your questions to your department advisor or the team at Advising First. All-nighter- It happens to the best of us.
AccuScreen CEO Hosts August 25 Webinar Defining Employee Screening Rights Monday, August 23, 2010 @ 2:00AMKevin Connell, AccuScreen CEO and proponent of employer hiring rights, will unravel misleading quotes in a recent Associated Press article and clarify employers' hiring rights in regard to pre-employment background checks.
Iran unveils bomber drone Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 4:16PMIran has unveiled its first unmanned bomber aircraft, dubbing it an "ambassador of death" to Iran's enemies.
Can-china's banks be reformed? Sunday, August 22, 2010 @ 3:22PMIn the second of a two-part series, Knowledge@wharton, a research arm of one of the world's best business schools at the University of Pennsylvania looks into the recent record-breaking public offering of Agricultural Bank of China (ABC) and its impact on China's financial system. The first part last week discussed how ABC, which raised more than $19 billion in its IPO, was expected to reform in ...