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Delta College learning services program earns $20,000 grant to train future philanthropists, community leaders Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:26PMDelta College officials are hoping to mold the next generation of philanthropists through a new academic program that will benefit local nonprofits.
Fallout from computer outage continues Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:19PMFallout from the state government's massive computer failure is causing headaches for more Virginians. The Department of Motor Vehicles yesterday asked 4,240 applicants for driver's licenses and identification cards to report to a DMV office to have their photographs taken again because photos on file can't be retrieved.
Iconic Birdsville Races washed out Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:19PMThe iconic Birdsville races have been put on hold for the first time in 128 years after unseasonal weather flooded the track.
Another new world order Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:17PMThe planet has been completely reshaped in the first decade of the 21st century, and Canada mustn't squander its opportunity to reposition
Big jump in number of people on Twitter Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:15PMTwitter Inc. says it now has 145 million registered users, a big jump from the 105.8 million the company reported in April. The San Francisco microblogging service credits the 27 percent growth spurt to its move to make it easier to access Twitter on mobile... Twitter - San Francisco - Microblogging - Online Communities - Social Networking
Patriots use social networking Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:14PMDave Marek wanted the option of chili on his ballpark hot dog, but before placing the order he needed to know if you felt the same way.
Venture capital firms clean up on 3Par deal Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:05PMPatience paid off for the venture capitalists who backed Fremont data-storage supplier 3Par Inc. 3Par's earliest and biggest venture investors - San Mateo-based Worldview Technology Partners, and Menlo Ventures and Mayfield Fund, both of Menlo Park - reaped a... Venture capital - Worldview Technology Partners - Mayfield Fund - Menlo Ventures - Business
Telling ‘our story’ through tourism Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:04PMLAWTON, Okla. – For decades, travel agencies and tourism boards have used local Indian tribes in their marketing without giving anything back. The Comanche Nation has found a way to turn that around so the tribes benefit from the tourism by setting up Native Journeys, a company devoted to creating bus tours and working as booking agents for other tribes.
Calif. Assembly Limits Media Recording Of Sessions Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:04PMThe state Assembly has begun enforcing a long-forgotten rule that constrains media coverage of legislative debates by prohibiting audio or video recorders without permission.
Wikipedia founder bullish on news Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 9:01PMWikipedia founder Jimmy Wales believes the increasing use of the mobile Internet and for-pay 'apps' that run on smart phones and other gadgets might give news providers what they've been searching for: a way to charge for digital content.
Najib latest target of Facebook pranksters Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:04AMKUALA LUMPUR - Online pranksters can't seem to get enough of impersonating VIPs on the social networking website Facebook. The latest VIPs to fall victim to these pranks were Prime Minister Datuk Seri Najib Razak and Inspector-General of Police Tan Sri Musa Hassan.
A chance to click Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:03AMINDIAN businessmen the world over can look forward to a new dawn on Sept 6. A web portal that will connect Indian entrepreneurs, corporate professionals and businessmen is being launched on that day.
And now a pitch for baby carrots Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:02AMNEW YORK - Baby carrot farmers are launching a campaign that pitches the little orange, crunchy snacks as daring, fun and naughty - just like junk food.
Honors today for Majestic's Don Barden Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 2:02AMGARY -- The owner of Gary's two casino boats will be honored today as one of the nation's "40 Most Powerful African Americans in Business." Black Enterprise Magazine will include Majestic Star Casino's Don Barden as No. 21 of its 40 "Titans," according to a statement. He will also be recognized at its annual networking event at La Costa Resort & Spa in Carlsbad, Calif. The magazine will say he ...
CAMPAIGN NOTEBOOK Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:58AMWESTBORO - The Worcester County Republican Club will hold a networking session on a November ballot referendum on reducing the state sales tax to 3 percent from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday at the Westboro Doubletree Hotel, 5400 Computer Drive (Route 9 and Int. 495.) Free appetizers will be served, and a cash bar will be available.
Events & Networking Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:54AMJack D. Gunther (left) and Richard W. Story, both with the Howard County Economic Development Authority, visit with Barbara Nicklas of General Growth Properties in Columbia at the Howard Technology Council's End of Summer Bash on Tuesday at Clyde's of Columbia.
Startups get $1.1M for tech-transfer efforts Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:54AMStrong arms, packed bowels during surgery and a Velcro system to stop bleeding are among the research topics to recently receive a total of $1.1 million in funding from the Maryland Technology Development Corp.
Xelerated Samples Programmable Ethernet Switches For High-Speed Unified Fiber Access And Mobile Backhaul Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:53AMXelerated today samples its AX family of programmable Ethernet switches. Based on Xelerated's unique and wirespeed dataflow architecture, the AX family allows system vendors to unify switching and packet processing for fixed FTTx and mobile broadband access solutions
YPN Raise the Bar event Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:44AMThe Reno-Tahoe Young Professionals Network will host a Raise the Bar networking event from 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Real-Time Survey Conducted At VMworld Reveals Security Is A Primary Business Objective Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 1:41AMAltor Networks, a leading innovator and provider of security for virtualized data centers and clouds, together with Juniper Networks, a leader in high-performance networking and an Altor partner for virtualized server and network security solutions, recently announced the results of a jointly conducted survey at the VMworld show floor.
JitterBook.com taking new learning approach Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:23PMCollege students know all too well that buying textbooks can quickly empty a wallet, so there are numerous websites that buy and sell used books.
Young Sikh activists seek to lead popular Vancouver temple Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:17PMGroup dismisses allegations that they intend to adopt fundamentalist approach
How to be Halifamous Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:16PMHalifame is different from other celebrity: it means you do things to make Halifax cooler, not just yourself. And its ok if nobody outside the city knows. Well show you the inside track. by Hilary Beaumont Haliwood celebrities are your baristas by day, musicians by night. Due to an overwhelming urge to celebrate our community, Haligonians crown any talented about-town figure "Halifamous ...
Local News Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:14PMThe Daily World With the annual Outlaw Day races approaching, the McCracken family prepares for a different kind of racing. Every year, Jim McCracken Sr. works the dirt of a small oval track in the family's yard. He stacks the hay bales lining the course. He checks the bleachers. Then he tunes...
Michael Balboni Keynotes Chamber Kick-Off Luncheon Series Sept. 22 Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:14PMMichael Balboni The Garden City Chamber of Commerce is pleased to invite members of both the business and residential communities to attend its season kick-off Luncheon Program Series on Wednesday, September 22, at the Garden City Hotel.
Mid-Summer Night’s Dream Event Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:13PMHempstead Town Supervisor Kate Murray (2nd left) recently the 3rd Annual Mid-Summer Night’s Dream Event – After Hours Networking Party sponsored and hosted by Meadowbrook Pointe Town Homes, Villas & Condominiums in Westbury and presented by the Garden City Chamber of Commerce.
Ads to tout baby carrots as snappy new snack food Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:09PMBaby carrot farmers are launching a campaign that pitches the crunchy little orange snacks as daring, fun and naughty — just like junk food.
Meadowbrook Pointe Hosts Chamber Networking Party Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:09PM(L-R): Edward Howard (Wells Fargo) and Chamber President Roger Eltringham (Allianceplus). For the third consecutive year, the Meadowbrook Pointe Condominium Suites, Villas and Town Homes graciously hosted the Chamber’s Mid-Summer Networking Party.
Cub Scout Pack 7 Open House, Live Reptile Show Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 8:08PMSave the date.. Garden City’s Cub Scout Pack 7 will be holding our first Pack night of the new 2010-2011 scouting season and Open House on Friday, September 17th at Stewart School cafeteria, 7:30-9:00 pm.
Facebook to roll out security feature Thursday, September 2, 2010 @ 7:59PMFacebook is rolling out a new security feature that lets users log out of their accounts remotely from another computer.
LaFortune family denied victim services aid: mom Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:11AMThe family of a former Winnipeg man allegedly tortured by his former roommate says its pleas for financial assistance to help pay for his rehabilitation have been ignored.
A Fanadian Of The Canadian Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:09AMAs I have gotten older, my views of the Reds have become more objective. I can find fault with the team and logically investigate ways in which they can improve. The Reds' representation on blogs and social networking sites has really exploded over the last year. Some people are fanatical, which is great. Others, including myself, love and support the Reds as much as anyone, but also try to ...
Scottsburg, Indiana Taps LUXIM's Light Emitting Plasma(TM) Technology to Illuminate New City Street Lights; Move Will ... Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:07AMSUNNYVALE, CA and SCOTTSBURG, IN--(Marketwire - August 30, 2010) - In Scottsburg, Indiana, a new generation of high-intensity lights is illuminating the city's streets. They're among the nation's first street lights to feature Light Emitting PlasmaT (LEP) technology from LUXIM. As some US cities switch off their street lights to close budget gaps, Scottsburg is taking bold action to upgrade its ...
Members Project® Announces Five New Winners to Share $1 Million in Funding from American Express Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:05AMNEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Members Project announces five new winners to receive $1 million in funding from American Express; third voting cycle now open with ability to vote on Facebook
7 Questions To Ask Yourself Before You Ask For Funding Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:03AMThe first question most people seem to ask when contemplating a new startup is where they will get the money. That’s certainly a valid question, but all the money in the world won’t make your business a success if you hate what you are doing, and you aren’t prepared to do the job.
Big Technology Grows More Desperate Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:03AMWith HP upping its bid to $30 in the bidding war with Dell for storage networking 3Par, it's starting to send the sign that big technology companies are desperate. It's looking more like they are stuck. They can't grow internally, so they have to look outside for growth.
Angstro Acquired by Google Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:02AMGoogle Inc. has acquired Angstro, a new start-up designed to provide information about companies and people via a network.
Judge blames Facebook for girl's assault Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:01AMA judge has criticised Facebook during a Clacton assault case which centred on abusive messages made on the website.
Citizen of the Year Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 8:01AMThe Daily News Washington Parish West Citizen of the Year Betty Gill was honored Thursday with a reception at Whitney National Bank in Franklinton. The ceremony gave friends, family members and others in the community a chance to express their appreciation for her service.
Revere Security To Co-Chair DASH7 Alliance Security Working Group Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:53AMRevere Security, a leading wireless encryption solution provider for resource-constrained chips and devices, announced its appointment to co-chair of the newly-formed Security Working Group (SWG) within the DASH7 Alliance, a non-profit wireless industry consortium that promotes the use of the ISO 18000-7 (DASH7) standard for wireless sensor networking.
Sony to launch high-definition 3D home projector Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:49AM3D could be coming to a sitting-room near you, provided you have some serious cash to splash, of course. Related Stories iPhone App Review: Charles Peattie's Animal Alphabet How to wear an i-Pod, by Katie Price Top websites get their teeth into illegal goods Ban Medal of Honour Taliban game, says Defence Secretary Liam Fox New social networking game sends contestants on mountain hunt
2 police officers fatally shot in Alaska village Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:49AMA standoff was under way Sunday in a tiny southeast Alaska village after a man fatally shot two of the village's four full-time police officers the night before, then barricaded himself in his home, local officials said.
Member of school board apologizes for comments on Facebook Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:47AMDeWITT - A DeWitt Board of Education member has apologized for making threatening comments about a teacher on the social networking site Facebook.
Schools urged to host cyber safety day Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:46AMLEADER is calling on Victorians to declare September 6 a zero cyber-bully day.
DON'T HURT: Be aware of dangers, says MasterChef finalist Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:46AMMASTERCHEF finalist Callum Hann is well aware of the dangers associated with today's social networking technologies.
Cyber stalker breaks restraining order with blog message about ex Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:44AMA man who subjected his ex-girlfriend to a terrifying internet hate campaign has broken his restraining order just two months later – by writing about her in a blog. Stephen Andreassen, 37, pleaded guilty to harassment in June after bombarding her with Facebook messages and setting up 35 websites about her when she dumped him.
Study: Teens poised to ‘unfriend’ parents Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:43AMLOS ANGELES — Mothers have found an even better way to humiliate their children than showing baby pictures: becoming a friend on Facebook.
Google Acquires Social Networking Aid Angstro Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:42AMPalo Alto-based Angstro has developed applications to find photos on Facebook, combine Caller ID with LinkedIn profiles and other tools for Twitter , according to the company’s website.
2 police officers fatally shot in Alaska village Monday, August 30, 2010 @ 2:41AMANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) -- Two police officers were fatally shot in a tiny Native village in southeast Alaska and authorities were in a standoff Sunday with the suspect, local officials said.
Sports FYI Saturday, August 28, 2010 @ 10:52PMAUTO RACING New Smyrna Speedway has events going on. For info, visit newsmyrnaspeedway.org or call 386-427-4129. Volusia Speedway Park in Barberville has events going on. For info, visit volusiaspeedwaypark.com or call 386-985-4402. BASEBALL Daytona Cubs tickets for this season....