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Microsoft’s Windows 8 Breakout – Barron’s

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 14:23:17 +0000

Sydney Morning Herald Microsoft's Windows 8 Breakout Barron's By MARK VEVERKA | MORE ARTICLES BY AUTHOR The Redmond, Wash., gang comes out shooting at the Mobile World Congress—normally the preserve of wireless prowess—with news that its new OS for personal computers may run on processors designed for mobile ... Mobile World Congress: Quad-Core and Windows 8 Expected to Shine PCWorld Nokia Rises on Prospects From Trade-Show Reentry: Helsinki Mover BusinessWeek Nokia Becomes Top Windows Phone 7 Seller InformationWeek PC Magazine - Computerworld - CNET all 242 news articles

Vanity Fair and Richard Mille Guests Toast Martin Scorsese

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 12:18:19 +0000

Paying tribute to one of Hollywood's most esteemed directors, this year's Vanity Fair and Richard Mille celebration selected Martin Scorsese as its honoree. With the annual Pre-Oscar soiree taking place at Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles on Friday night (February 24), the "Hugo" mastermind joined alongside fellow guests including Best Supporting Actress nominee Jessica Chastain and Best Actor hopeful Demián Bichir during the swanky fete. Also turning up to toast Scorsese was Ray Liotta, who mingled with "Sopranos" actress Lorraine Bracco, while Sir Ben Kingsley arrived with his lovely wife Daniela Lavender on his arm. Rounding out the guest list were "Friends with Benefits" actress Patricia Clarkson, as well as Olga Kurylenko, Robin Tunney, Roberta Armani, Kathleen Robertson and Victoria Summer. The function was held in support of The Film Foundation, which is "dedicated to protecting and preserving motion picture history by providing annual support for preservation and restoration projects at the leading film archives."

This Week in Games: February 25, 2012

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:53:58 +0000

PlayStation 4 news, the Vita launch, Killzone 3 goes free-to-play, and Nintendo learns its lesson about bringing awesome Japanese RPGs to the Wii. Get the full article at GameSpot " This Week in Games: February 25, 2012 " was posted by John Davison on Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:53:58 -0800

Study: Facebook users getting less friendly – Chicago Sun-Times

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:34:38 +0000

USA TODAY Study: Facebook users getting less friendly Chicago Sun-Times By BARBARA ORTUTAY February 25, 2012 1:33AM Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg talks about the social network's new messaging service at a press conference in San Francisco, Calif., on Monday.  Women are much more likely than men to restrict their profiles ... Facebook friend lists shrinking to guard privacy San Francisco Chronicle Study: We're getting less friendly on Facebook USA TODAY Facebook Users Getting Better at Managing Privacy, Study Finds PC Magazine NewsOK.com all 349 news articles

Tonta-Grupo Mojado

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:33:13 +0000

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Not launching the Galaxy S III at MWC is probably Samsung’s masterstroke – Moneycontrol.com

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:29:24 +0000

Moneycontrol.com Not launching the Galaxy S III at MWC is probably Samsung's masterstroke Moneycontrol.com Warning: There might be two possible interpretations of this post, either Samsung is a company full of strategic masterminds, hell bent on sabotaging their competition and capturing the mobile market; or I am stark raving mad. What to Expect at Mobile World Congress 2012 PC Magazine 'Must-have' gadgets at world's biggest mobile show CNN Ice Cream Sandwich with quad-core chips ready for Mobile World Congress CNET (blog) Focus Taiwan News Channel - The Hindu - Hindustan Times all 183 news articles

Alan Wake: Game play good, character drab – Toronto Sun

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:14:23 +0000

VentureBeat Alan Wake: Game play good, character drab Toronto Sun By Steve Tilley ,QMI Agency A stand-alone downloadable title available via Xbox Live for about $15, American Nightmare is (sort of) set inside the fictional TV series Night Springs, a Twilight Zone analogue that Alan Wake once wrote for. A new nightmare for 'Alan Wake' msnbc.com Remedy CEO: Alan Wake's American Nightmare is a “Gordon f***ing Ramsay hamburger” VentureBeat PC game Alan Wake recoups production cost in record time SlashGear Computerandvideogames.com - Digitaltrends.com all 85 news articles

Taylor Swift Invites Cancer Patient to Be Her ACM Awards Date

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:14:04 +0000

Finally getting a break from her "The Lorax" press efforts, Taylor Swift used her well-deserved downtime to tend to a few household needs in Beverly Hills, CA on Friday (February 24). The Grammy-winning artist weaved her way up and down the aisles at a local Ralphs Supermarket while loading up her cart and hitting the checkout counter. Miss Swift's grocery loadup comes just after it was reported that she's once again shown her good nature by inviting an 18-year-old cancer patient named Kevin McGuire to be her date to the 47th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards on April 1st. The invitation came after Taylor was propositioned via a Facebook page created by Kevin's sister, Victoria, asking the"Mean" singer to take her ill brother to their school's prom. To the prom invite, Swift replied, “I’m so sorry but I won’t be able to make it to your prom." But to the elation of Mr McGuire and his sister, she then added, “But... I was wondering, the ACM Awards are coming up… Would you be my date?” Overwhelmed with joy over the opportunity to spend the night alongside his idol, Kevin told USA Today, "Obviously I said yes," while adding that the ACM Awards invite "is a lot better than the senior prom."

Shawn "Sheth" Simon Post-Match Interview

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:11:56 +0000

Rod "Slasher" Breslau talks to Sheth of Team Liquid after his first match at the 2012 MLG Winter Arena. Read and Post Comments | Get the full article at GameSpot " Shawn "Sheth" Simon Post-Match Interview " was posted by benitog on Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:11:56 -0800

Giacomo Socke Thüs Post-Match Interview

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:11:19 +0000

Rod "Slasher" Breslau talks to Socke after his first match at the 2012 MLG Winter Arena. Read and Post Comments | Get the full article at GameSpot " Giacomo Socke Th

Dong Nyung Leenock Lee Interview

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:10:53 +0000

Rod "Slasher" Breslau speaks with returning MLG champ Leenock. Read and Post Comments | Get the full article at GameSpot " Dong Nyung Leenock Lee Interview " was posted by benitog on Fri, 24 Feb 2012 23:10:53 -0800

Katie Holmes’ Pre-Academy Awards Fitness

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 11:02:33 +0000

Closing out the work week with a grueling workout, Katie Holmes was spotted making her way out of the Equinox Gym in Beverly Hills, California on Friday afternoon (February 24). The former "Dawson's Creek" darling seemed to be a bit exhausted following the sweat session - as shje waited for an out-of-order elevator before noticing the sign and heading to the nearby escalator. The fitness outing comes as Katie is getting herself in tip-top shape for her big red carpet walk on thea rm of hubby Tom Cruise at this weekends Academy Awards. Set to air live from the Kodak Theatre in Hollywood on Sunday (February 26), the 33-year-old will be a spectator this time around as she watches her man take the stage as one of the night's star-studded presenters.

Gwyneth Paltrow Hosts Star-Studded Women In Film Cocktail Party

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 10:31:02 +0000

As the stars of the big screen ready for the grandest date in their calendar year, a bevy of lovely ladies gathered together for the 5th Annual Women In Film Pre-Oscar Cocktail Party in West Hollywood, California on Friday night (February 24). Presented by Perrier-Jouet while held at Cecconi’s, Oscar-winning actress Gwyneth Paltrow looked stunning as she co-hosted the soiree alongside Women in Film President Cathy Schulman. Joining Miss Paltrow were a flock of fabulous females including former "High School Musical" star Vanessa Hudgens and "Wizards of Waverly Place" darling Selena Gomez , as well as Oscar nominated "The Help" co-stars Viola Davis , Viola Davis and Octavia Spencer . Meanwhile, Gabourey Sidibe, Jennifer Morrison, Blythe Danner, Ari Graynor, Jennifer Beals and Christine Lahti rounded out the impressive guest list. The Women In Film Pre-Oscar Cocktail Party comes as the biggest names in show business ready for the 84th Annual Academy Awards, which will be airing live from The Kodak Theatre on Sunday, February 26th at 8PM ET on ABC.

RIM releases PlayBook OS 2.0 two months late – Apple Insider

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 10:15:49 +0000

The Hindu RIM releases PlayBook OS 2.0 two months late Apple Insider By AppleInsider Staff Ailing Research in Motion on Tuesday released the long-awaited operating system update for the company's PlayBook tablet, but poor sales and missed deadlines could translate into a product that offers too little, too late. Sorry, PlayBook 2.0 still isn't worth your money CNET An E-Mail App Arrives for the BlackBerry Tablet New York Times Netflix: No Plans to Support BlackBerry, or PlayBook PC Magazine eWeek - PCWorld - Mashable all 199 news articles

Nearly 2 dozen states consider plans to drug test welfare recipients as issue arises in GOP campaign

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 10:08:20 +0000

Victoria Beckham Glams Up 2012 GREAT British Film Reception

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:51:50 +0000

Toasting their countries Academy Award hopefuls, the GREAT British Film Reception to honor the British nominees of The 84th Annual Academy Awards took place in Los Angeles, CA on Friday (February 24). Held at the British Consul-General Dame Barbara Hay’s Hancock Park residence, the red carpet festivities drew out former Spice Girl Victoria Beckham , Best Actor in a Leading Role nominee Gary Oldman , who showed up with wife Alexandra Edenborough, and Best Actor in a Supporting Role hopeful Kenneth Branagh . With the gathering also marking the Los Angeles launch of the GREAT Campaign, other guests on hand included Sophie Winkleman, Jeremy Hunt, Lucy Walker, Julian Sands and Rupert Wyatt. Of the recognition received by English actors at the 2012 Oscars, UK Culture Secretary Jeremy Hunt proudly said, "The UK has a truly world-class film industry, with amazing people both in front of and behind the camera. This not only contributes to the enormous success of Hollywood film studios but has a hugely positive impact on the British economy. As the UK gears up for The Queen’s Diamond Jubilee and the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games, there’s no better time to celebrate the best Britain has to offer in film and creativity.” Meanwhile, host of the GREAT British Film Reception, HM Consul General Dame Barbara Hay, added, “The wealth of creative talent in Los Angeles is well-known. Our GREAT campaign, which this event launches in Los Angeles, will highlight the breadth and depth of the creative talent in Britain, as well as offering a fantastic opportunity for the world to re-discover the unique qualities that make Britain such a compelling destination – for business and tourism, for innovation and entrepreneurship, and for study and culture.”

Angelina Jolie’s Oscar Rehearsal Session

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:28:50 +0000

Among the many stars readying for the biggest night in Tinseltown, Angelina Jolie was busy rehearsing for the 84th Annual Academy Awards in Los Angeles on Friday (February 24). The 36-year-old took to the Hollywood & Highland Center venue where she was joined by the ceremony's producer Brian Grazer and stage manager Dency Nelson while practicing her presenter role. And while the session was fast paced, even Grazer and Nelson couldn't help but fold to Miss Jolie's undeniable star power. "You have to take a picture with me first!" Brian said as soon as Angelina took to the stage before politely adding, "Well, you don't HAVE to." Meanwhile, Dency added, "You just blew the minds of two of our stand-ins who got a hug from you," with Jolie replying, "Oh, you're so sweet." The rehearsal comes two days ahead of Sunday night's (February 26) 2012 Oscars - with the show airing live on ABC beginning at 7e/4p.

Obama pledges continued pressure on Assad as regime pounds rebel-held areas in central Syria

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:09:52 +0000

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Massachusetts off-duty sergeant shoots officer, then kills self, district attorney says

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 09:03:47 +0000

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Bar Refaeli & Alessandra Ambrosio: Mauro’s Cafe Chicks

mrgranos — Sat, 25 Feb 2012 08:55:28 +0000

They're two of the hottest ladies in the world, and Bar Refaeli joined up with Alessandra Ambrosio for a week-ending outing in West Hollywood, CA on Friday (February 24). The Victoria's Secret Angels leisurely strolled the sidewalks alongside one another while eventually reaching their destination of Fred Segal, where they grabbed up meals at the popular boutique's Mauro's Cafe. The outing comes as Miss Refaeli is eagerly awaiting the release under.me, which is a new line of underwear for men and women in which she's featured playing tennis in her underwear for the ad campaign. "It's coming.. So soon! I'm excited! :) Under.Me," Bar tweeted during her West Hollywood outing, after having previously told of the line, “The philosophy is that underwear should complement your body, not steal the show. It was appealing to me to do a line of underwear from the fabric I like with the basic, comfy design I always look for, as well as underwear that can actually be delivered to your door."