Media, technology 'rapidly transforming Arab culture'September 20th, 2009 WASHINGTON - The Arab world is so addicted to television that western ideas are starting to transform Arab culture at a pace that might be too fast, says a researcher at Missouri University of Science and Technology. "The information is free flowing," says Dr.
Failure to launch: Obama space panel says Bush's moon return plan too costly, won't flySeptember 8th, 2009 Obama space panel says moon return plan is a no-goWASHINGTON — A White House panel of independent space experts says NASA's return-to-the-moon plan just won't fly. The problem is money.
Pentagon orders review of social networking on its sites, citing benefits, security risksAugust 4th, 2009 Pentagon reviews social networking on computersWASHINGTON — The Pentagon is reviewing the use of Facebook and other social networking sites on its computers with an eye toward setting rules on how to protect against possible security risks. The Marine Corps on Monday issued an administrative directive saying it was banning the use of Marine network for accessing such sites as Facebook, Twitter and MySpace.
Marines ban Facebook, other social networking sites amid Pentagon review of security risksAugust 4th, 2009 Marines ban social networking amid Pentagon studyWASHINGTON — The Marine Corps is banning its troops from going onto Facebook, MySpace and other social network sites, citing a possible security risk. The corps issued an order Monday saying the ban is effective immediately on the Marine Corps computer network.
Teens more safety conscious than previously thought: StudyJune 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - An Internet survey has shown that teens may be a bit more safety conscious than previously thought. The survey, released by Cox Communications, and carried out by Harris Interactive, asked 655 13- to 18-year-olds about their online and cell phone behaviour, specifically addressing issues of cyberbullying and sexting.
Obamas are changing world's food culture, says food and wine expertJune 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - US President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle are changing the world's food culture, says food and wine expert Ted Allen. Allen, 44, had been the food and wine expert on Bravo's "Queer Eye", and he now hosts two programs on the Food Network, "Chopped" and "Food Detectives".
Bristol Palin's advice to girls: Think before having sexMay 21st, 2009 WASHINGTON - Sarah Palin's eldest daughter Bristol has put out a word of caution for girls, asking them to "think before they have sex."
The unwed teen, who became mum to baby Tripp last December, warned against giving into the impulse without realising the consequences. "Girls need to imagine and picture their life with a screaming newborn baby and then think before they have sex.
Supreme Court gives tentative OK to regulation of use of even a single curse word on TVApril 28th, 2009 Supreme Court OKs regulation of language on TVWASHINGTON — The Supreme Court is giving tentative approval to government regulation of the use of even a single curse word on live television. But the court, in a 5-4 decision Tuesday, is refusing to pass judgment on whether the Federal Communications Commission's "fleeting expletives" policy is in line with First Amendment guarantees of free speech.
Supreme Court gives measured OK to FCC 'fleeting expletives' policyApril 28th, 2009 FCC 'fleeting expletives' policy in _ for nowWASHINGTON — The Supreme Court on Tuesday said the government could threaten broadcasters with fines over the use of even a single curse word on live television, yet stopped short of ruling whether the policy violates the Constitution. The court, in a 5-4 decision, refused to pass judgment on whether the Federal Communications Commission's "fleeting expletives" policy is in line with First Amendment guarantees of free speech.
Facebooking to become Brit kids' homework!April 26th, 2009 LONDON - Worried that your kids are spending most of their time Facebooking instead of doing their homework? Well, then here's the solution. British Government has decided to introduce a radical shake-up in the school curriculum, in which kids will be taught life skills' including how to chat to pals on social networking sites and write blogs.
'Madden NFL 10' cover to feature Steelers' Troy Polamalu, Cardinals' Larry FitzgeraldApril 24th, 2009 'Madden NFL 10' to cover Polamalu, FitzgeraldWASHINGTON — For the first time in its storied (some say cursed) history, the cover of EA Sports' "Madden NFL" video game will feature two cover athletes: Pittsburgh Steelers safety Troy Polamalu and Arizona Cardinals receiver Larry Fitzgerald. "Being on the cover of 'Madden' is a real honor," Fitzgerald said Friday after Electronic Arts made the announcement.
Super skinny Lindsay has reached 95 pounds: ExpertApril 24th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Lindsay Lohan, who recently flaunted her super-skinny body, weighs around 95 pounds, says an expert. The 'Mean Girls' actress showed her painfully skinny look just days after her traumatic split from lesbian lover DJ Samantha Ronson.
Top 10 Ocean Adventure Movies of all time revealedApril 18th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Steven Spielberg's 'Jaws' is the top Ocean Adventure Movie of all time, according to a new list. Following the 1975's horror thriller to the second spot was James Cameron's romantic disaster film "Titanic", starring Leonardo DiCaprio and Kate Winslet.
Zac Efron reveals clawing encounter with wild fanApril 10th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Hollywood actor Zac Efron has revealed that he can never forget his encounter with a wild female fan, who stuck her claws so hard on him that he was left with a mark. It was at a red-carpet event that the barrier broke and fans just pounced on him, and one overzealous caught hold of his wrist and left a nail mark embedded on his skin.
Expert says Jackson's nose may fall offFebruary 12th, 2009 LONDON - Pop star Michael Jackson's nose might collapse, says an expert. According to thesun.co.uk, the MSRA expert Mark Enright said Jackson should get treatment immediately as he is suffering from a severe 'staph' infection which is resistant to antibiotics.
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