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April 12, 2008 Breaking News

Word of the day: "presumption"

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 12:26:50 PDT
As in "condescending presumption" or "ignorant presumption." Brought to you by Tom Ehrich, an Episcopal priest, who opines in the pages of The Indianapolis Star (ht: Sandra Miesel) about the upcoming visit of Pope Benedict XVI: Millions will parse his every sentence and assign meaning to every gesture. But I can imagine what his flock needs. In addition to the show, I think people need their pope to help them grapple with today, the real today that extends beyond a global religious franchise

Study shows students want more games and simulation in school

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 11:47:53 PDT
Project Tomorrow’s fifth annual Speak Up Survey was recently released. It holds no surprises for those who have been working with students in virtual worlds. Here’s an article in eSchool News that summarizes the findings: Students want more use of gaming technology A quote of the first paragraph of the article pretty much says it all: “Educators are largely missing out on what could be a huge opportunity to capitalize on their students’ appetite for electronic games and simulations to te

Real Estate in Dublin, CA

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 08:44:42 PDT
Dublin enjoyed another 18% increase in the average home sale price this week. There were 4 home sales this past week and all were existing home sales. This compares to 3 home sold in Pleasanton for the same period. It's encouraging to see this continued upward trend in the average home sale price in Dublin.

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Interview: Lys from Just Because and Cooking in Stilettos

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 10:13:00 PDT
In your line of work, does fashion play a huge role? At the day to day - yes and no. On the PR side of things - most definitely. While working remotely on a campaign, I can be casual. However when I'm travelling with a client or at an event, I have to have my fashion game in check. I have to balance assertive yet sassy which can be challenging at times. I tend to tailor my outfits for what needs to be done. If I'm working the door at a club, I'm dressed a little more sassy than if I'm acco

Why The Obese Feel More Discrimination Now Than Ever Before

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 18:07:08 PDT
As obesity rates continue to rise in the U.S., so might our acceptance of those who are overweight. But a new study from Yale University suggests the converse trend: rather than feeling tolerance in our society, the overweight and obese say they feel more heavily discriminated against now than they did a decade ago.

Microsoft Optical Mice in 5 New Colors

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 23:56:58 PDT
Microsoft plans to issue special edition versions of the Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 - in five fashionable new colors.Taking cues from the design and color trends found in today’s apparel, accessories and other consumer electronics, the special editions of the Wireless Notebook Optical Mouse 3000 will be offered in Pomegranate (red),

CBC Newsworld shuts Calgary operations - Times Colonist


CBC Newsworld shuts Calgary operations
Times Colonist, Canada - Apr 5, 2008
CALGARY -- CBC News is shutting down its Newsworld operations in Calgary, slashing 32 jobs in the process while opening up a slew of new positions for local ...


Pranks are Trendly

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 09:27:18 PDT
The Trendliest uncovers the latest social trend, Pranking your friends, enemies, and/or frenemies.

Elitist Obama won't stop disrespecting rural America

Sat, 12 Apr 2008 13:05:43 PDT
We have breaking news that Democratic presidential candidate Barack Obama today turned down a cup of coffee, asking for orange juice instead. Could this be the gaffe that brings down the Obama campaign?

Forecast for Today’s News, March 18

Tue, 18 Mar 2008 10:48:21 PDT
Forecast for Today’s News, March 18 ...UPDATING through the day... • U.S. Federal Reserve Chairman Ben Bernanke will lower rate by up to a full point. • Barack Obama will make speech on “race” to deflect his hidden agenda in light of revelations about his pastor and his apparent anti-white-man, anti-American beliefs. • Yesterday’s federal By-election: Media will celebrate it as a Liberal victory—despite the fact that it really demonstrated Conservative gains—highlighting and totally fo

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