Consumers In The Dark Over Their Broadband SpeedsMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:58PMOnly 41 percent of Americans know what their home Internet download speeds are. But it's good to know: Speeds typically register 10 percent to 20 percent below the limit consumers pay for. There are easy ways to tell if the connection is slow — and Web sites that can help analyze Internet connections.
Lil Wayne begins year jail term in NYC gun caseMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:58PMLil Wayne was sentenced Monday to a year in jail in New York City for having a loaded gun on his tour bus in 2007, then was taken away in handcuffs to begin his term immediately.
Company Debt Risk Falls to 7-Week Low on Greece: Credit MarketsMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:56PMMarch 8 (Bloomberg) -- The cost to protect against corporate defaults fell to the lowest in seven weeks as optimism builds that Greece’s budget crisis will be contained and Dubai moves closer to restructuring its debt.
Send Your St. Patty's Day Pics To WPTZ.com's u localMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:55PMWhen St. Patrick's Day rolls around we all turn a little green and become Irish for a day. WPTZ.com's u local community wants to share in the fun. Post your St. Patty's Day videos and images here on u local and they may end up on TV!
Lil Wayne sentenced to year in jailMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:55PMThe rapper, who has been one of the music genre's most prolific and profitable figures in recent years, pleaded guilty to attempted criminal possession of a weapon.
Sparklehorse's Mark Linkous commits suicideMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:55PMSinger-songwriter Mark Linkous, leader of the indie rock band Sparklehorse , committed suicide over the weekend, his family said. He was 47. "We are thankful for his time with us and will hold him forever in our hearts. May his journey be peaceful, happy and free.
Friends of the Rouge participates in 2010 Quiet Water SymposiumMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:52PMDEARBORN -- Friends of the Rouge, a non-profit organization dedicated promoting restoration and stewardship of the Rouge River located in metropolitan Detroit to participated in the 15th Annual Water Quality Symposium for the second year in a row.
comScore Releases January 2010 U.S. Online Video RankingsMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:52PMcomScore, Inc. , a leader in measuring the digital world, today released January 2010 data from the comScore Video Metrix service showing that nearly 173 million U.S. Internet users watched online video during the month.
Lil Wayne gets one year in jailMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:50PMLil Wayne was sentenced Monday to a year in jail in New York City for having a loaded gun on his tour bus in 2007, then was taken away in handcuffs to begin his term immediately. The Grammy Award-winning rapper, born Dwayne Carter, was sentenced in Manhattan after pleading guilty...
All Stamps Season Tickets Now AvailableMonday, March 8, 2010 @ 1:50PMCalgary Stampeders season tickets are currently on sale and as of today have been completely opened to the public. Available tickets include remaining premier seat locations and also those that became available as a result of current season-ticket holders moving to other seat locations.
8 Great Spotify Hints, Tips and TricksSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:06AMWe’ve already brought you a how-to guide to get started with Spotify (read that first if you don’t know what it is), but now we’re delving a little deeper into the music streaming software with a look at some hints, tips and tricks that will help you get the most of the service. Have a read below to see eight great ways to make your Spotify experience smoother, both within the service and via ...
Our military doctrine is purely defensive: PakistanSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 11:00AMDescribing India's massive militarisation as dangerous for peace in the region, Pakistan has said that its military doctrine was purely defensive.
Officials search for suspect after fatal hit-and-runSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:56AMAuthorities continue to search for a vehicle involved in a deadly hit-and-run accident in Durham this weekend. Witnesses told police two vehicles were traveling at high speeds early Saturday when one lost control and slammed into the other.
Legal Eagle: Controversy continues to surround PatersonSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:55AMLots of controversy continues to surround Governor David Paterson. First, he was accused of getting involved with a domestic violence case against one of his aides. Now, he's accused of abusing his position to solicit New York Yankees tickets.
8 Must-Have Twitter and Facebook Add-OnsSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:52AMYou can solve several of your top gripes with Twitter and Facebook by using free, downloadable tools.
UCFAthletics.com to Provide Complete Coverage of C-USA ChampionshipsSunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:46AMC-USA Championships Blog With both the 2010 Conference USA Men's and Women's Basketball Championships being held in Tulsa, Okla., this week, UCFAthletics.com will be providing the most complete coverage of the Knights at the tournaments. In addition to a special championship blog, UCFAthletics.com will have game previews and recaps, plus feature stories and columns from Knights Insider John ...
Al Qaeda: Fort Hood major a 'role model'Sunday, March 7, 2010 @ 10:44AMCAIRO -- Al Qaeda's American-born spokesman on Sunday called on Muslims serving in the U.S. armed forces to emulate the Army major charged with killing 13 people in Fort Hood. In a 25-minute video posted on militant Web sites, Adam Gadahn described Maj. Nidal Hasan as a pioneer who should serve as a role model for other Muslims, especially those serving Western militaries. "Brother Nidal is the ...
USMNT has positives in 2-1 loss to the Dutch, links and notesWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:42PMI was able to watch the second half of the U.S. men's 2-1 loss to the Netherlands on Wednesday. The good guys didn't look all that bad on the road, considering the injuries to Davies, Dempsey, Holden (a new one), Clark and Onyewu.
ECB Exit Faces ‘Roadblock’ on Greek Threat to One-Size-Fits-AllWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:42PMMarch 4 (Bloomberg) -- The European Central Bank may have to decide just how much it’s prepared to allow Greece dictate monetary policy for the euro region as a whole.
Selling Google, Buying Baidu Helps Scots Fund Beat CompetitorsWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:41PMMarch 4 (Bloomberg) -- When Google Inc. , owner of the most popular Internet search engine, said on Jan. 12 it may close its Web site in China, Edinburgh money manager James Anderson sold the stock and bought Beijing-based rival Baidu Inc.
Red hot Black Eyed Peas are still lowering the 'Boom'Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:40PMBlack Eyed Peas have a tough act to follow. Not their set at the Grammys, or on New Year's Eve, or the MTV Video Music Awards, or the Oprah season kickoff, or the American Music Awards ...
Bill seeks to discourage sextingWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:36PMThe Kentucky House has passed a bill that could result in fines and community service for teenagers caught sending nude photos via cell phones or online.
Cancer society casts doubt on prostate testsWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:35PMATLANTA — Months after experts discounted the importance of routine mammograms and Pap smears for many women, the American Cancer Society is warning more explicitly than ever that regular testing for prostate cancer is of questionable value too, and can do men more harm than good.
Photo contest at NZ social networking siteWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:33PMMooPlace.com, a 100-percent Filipino social networking site, is holding its regular photo competition where members can win a cash prize of P45,000. The theme for the contest beginning March 1 until April 30 is nature.
Pigeon fight: Animal rights group hopes to stop 'shoots'Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:37PMSteve Hindi went looking for cash to launch an aggressive campaign against sportsmen who shoot at live pigeons, and he found a price that was right -- $1 million, to be exact.
Datebook - Feb. 28, 2010Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:34PMSupport groupsToday3 p.m. — No Longer Alone Ministries support group, for family and friends caring for those with mental illness, meets at Lancaster Brethren in Christ, 1865 Fruitville Pike.7 p.m. — Overeaters Anonymous meets at Good Shepherd Lutheran Church, 750 Greenfield Road. Inform...
The Bon Jovi projectSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:33PMIt all started innocently enough with a couple of clicks on the computer keyboard. I wonder how many people a day have that thought? But mine really was innocent. I had forgotten my CD wallet at home and needed something to listen to while I wrote yet another story about the county jail.
Meeting looks at Saddle Peak avalancheSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:30PMThe Gallatin National Forest Avalanche Center will hold a public meeting Thursday to discuss the conditions and circumstances that led to the massive, mid-February avalanche on Saddle Peak in the Bridger Mountains.
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Hawaii braces for tsunamiSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:40AMSirens across Hawaii are blaring a warning to tourists and residents of a potential tsunami.
The Quake III TestSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:37AMOStatic: "If people haven't started thinking about the current crop of smartphones as computers, maybe this will help: Quake III Arena (Q3A) ported to the Android platform."
Cleveland Heights man pleads guilty to child porn chargesSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:36AMA Cleveland Heights man pleaded guilty Friday to more than 50 charges of allowing child pornography to be available from his computer.
The Geek Guide to Traveling WiredSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:29AMUSED to be you traveled to get away from it all: no phones, no news media, nothing to do but sit back and relax.
Ex Saint Bridge refuses to shake hand of John TerrySaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:27AMEX Saint Wayne Bridge made a public display of his ill-feeling towards John Terry today when he spurned the offer of a handshake from the Chelsea captain.
8.8 earthquake shakes ChileSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:25AMThe U.S. pledged to help Chile after a powerful earthquake struck Saturday and kept watch on a tsunami heading for Hawaii.
Google Nexus One Comes to Verizon March 23 [RUMOR]Saturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:21AMGoogle’s Nexus One is coming to Verizon on March 23, according to a report. The launch announcement is expected during CTIA Wireless 2010 in Las Vegas. The device recently passed FCC inspection for use on Verizon’s CDMA network, reports Neowin , citing an anonymous Googler as its source. The phone originally launched in January, with the option to buy it unlocked or with a T-Mobile contract ...
Your Weather: Snowy Cedars Blue Spring CreekSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 6:10AMPlease note: Photos, videos, and text are provided by viewers of The Weather Network and MétéoMédia. Submissions are not edited or translated.