PSY's Anti-American Concert
Region: Michigan
Park Jae sang (PSY) is the most successful Star on YouTube, since it was founded in 2005. It all started with the release of his sixth album "PSY 6" earlier this year. One of his songs "Gangnam Style" became a huge sensation on YouTube and other broadcasting networks around the world." When I realized that some top stars like have imagined or tweeted about me, I thought, That's joking. That's not gonna happen,"... more
Views: 952Chevrolet Volt: 100 million electric miles!
Region: Michigan
In december 2010 General Motors introduced the Chevrolet Volt, a plug-in hybrid vehicle! Also known as "Opel/Vauxhall Ampera" in Europe and "Holden Volt" in Australia. The Volt is powered by a lithium-ion battery and a 1.4 liter engine, acting as a generator to extend the range to 400 miles. Recharging takes up to 4 hours on a 240-volt supply. That's how the newest member of the Chevy family was introduced in 2... more
Views: 1281Larry Hagman dead at 81
Region: Michigan
Larry Hagman who became a global icon playing the TV villain J.R. Ewing in the hit series "Dallas" died late Friday evening at Medical City Dallas Hospital. He was 81 years old. In June 2011, Hagman was diagnosed with stage 2 throat cancer. "People who smoke or use tobacco are at risk of developing throat cancer", a PubMed Health expert said in 2011. "Excessive alcohol use also increases risk. Most cancers of t... more
Views: 868Good Morning Mr President!
Region: Michigan
2012 is a truly historical year in American History. The year started with four republican presidential nominees. Former House speaker Newt Gingrich, US Congressman Ron Paul, former US Senator Rick Santorum and Governor Mitt Romney who won the GOP primaries and became the party's presidential candidate for the 2012 Election. Romney later appointed, Congressman Paul Ryan, as his running mate. They were now facin... more
Views: 869President Obama reelected
Region: Michigan
According to several news networks, Barack Obama has been reelected "President of the United States of America". After a long night of ups and downs for Team Obama, America has finally made its choice. "It was a close decision, but we've finally arrived at 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue," said an Obama supporter. "We had the right strategy, more supporters, but most importantly, We have a President who will turn this... more
Views: 788Election: Too close to call?
Region: Michigan
After the first results came in, it became clear that this was going to be a long night "It's still very close and we have no informations about any advantage for either candidate," an Expert said. " We're now waiting for the final results to come in, but one thing is for sure. It's gonna be a long night," he continued. Not a big surprise, the final polls before the election showed a deadheat in many swing stat... more
Views: 734Hurricane Sandy makes landfall
Region: Michigan
As millions of Americans prepare for another big hurricane that is expected to make landfall on monday, Companies like "Verizon", will continue to serve their consumers, businesses and government agencies along the East Coast. "Verizon Wireless stands ready to serve our customers, and I urge everyone first and foremost to stay safe. We live and work in the towns and cities in the storm's path, and we are dedica... more
Views: 1463Hugo Chavez: The next chapter!
Region: Michigan
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez has been reelected with 54 percent of the vote. He defeated former state governor Henrique Capriles. Chavez won his third six-year term, still recovering from his fight with cancer."Despite his illness, I still think he retains a strong emotional connection with a lot of Venezuelans that I think were not prepared to vote against him," said "Inter American Dialogue" expert Michae... more
Views: 625Jerry York Remembered
Region: Michigan
Jerry York made a huge impression of everyone he met. You either trusted him or feared him. I only worked for him for nine months in 1994/5 at IBM and yet he left a deep impression on me professionally and personally. If he respected you, he was loyal. He had lunch with me once a year for fifteen years after leaving IBM. We traded emails at Christ... more
Views: 1846GM by the Numbers
Region: Michigan
GM declared bankruptcy this morning and over the coming few months (the administration says it expects the process to go as quickly as it has for Chrysler), the company will be kept alive by even more taxpayer money as it goes through the restructuring process. Will it work? Who knows. Here, at least, is a quick rundown on the deal’s numbers. The U.S. government has committed to lending GM an additional $30.1 b... more
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