Entries for January, 2011
Asteroid Once Seen As Dangerous Offers Chance For Close Study
RedEaredSlider writes “An asteroid that once was seen as a danger to the Earth may soon provide a once-in-a-century opportunity to get a close look at one — and learn more about the ones that really are a hazard. The asteroid is called Apophis. It’s a near-Earth asteroid that is a type called a chondrite, [...]
10 Best Movies About Being a Teenager
To borrow a well-turned phrase, it’s not easy being teen. That’s why we turn to the silver screen for a glimpse into the emotionally fraught lives of teenagers. Actors make it seem so gritty, glamorous and understandable in these 10 beloved movies. Original post by timothy
Top 5 Filmmaking Innovations
For filmmakers to tell a better story, the technology needs to advance. Which innovations innovations have changed the way we see movies?innovations Original post by timothy
5 Super Bowl Party Ideas
Television working? Check. Friends invited? Check. Since Super Bowl Sunday is one of the biggest party days of the year, you might want to plan a little something extra if you don’t want your bash to be a bust. Here are some ways to do just that. Original post by timothy
Magma Rising: How Volcanoes Work
The Japanese volcano Shinmoedake erupted last week for the first time in 52 years, causing the evacuation of homes and cancellation of more than 60 flights. How do volcanoes form in the first place? Original post by timothy
LG plans European mobile swipe payment system in 2012
AMSTERDAM (Reuters) – LG Electronics plans to launch a swipe payment system for product and service retailers in Europe next year, which would allow consumers to make payments at the check-out using their smartphones. Original post by Penelope Trunk
Facebook shopping discount service reaches Europe
LONDON (Reuters) – Facebook expanded its shopping discount service to five European countries and Canada on Monday, part of its push to help brands communicate with its users. Original post by Penelope Trunk
Is this why Apple and Google hate each other?
In this month’s Bloomberg Businessweek cover-story entitled Larry Page’s Google 3.0, reporter Brad Stone touches upon what may be the root of ongoing bickering between Apple and Google. While the two companies continue to work with each other in many areas, there is no denying the public hostility they show one another. It’s more than [...]