They were wrong about Medicare, too Nov 20, 2009
Ask the American Indians, look at Fanny Mae & Freddie Mac need $30 BILLION more taxpayer dollars ... Would the P.O., Amtrak, Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac have been better examples. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Google Goes for Speed, Security in Chrome OS Nov 20, 2009
"There are applications today that aren't available on the Web. We're really focused, as the use case for this device, that most people who buy this device next year, we expect them to have another machine [with a conventional operating system] at home," said Sundar Pichai, vice president of Product Management at Google ... "There will be some things this will not be able to do. If you're a lawyer and are planning to spend your entire day editing contracts back and forth, this isn't the right... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
World's mega cities expand as millions quit the countryside Nov 20, 2009
Transfer your old favourites from stereo system, record player or tape deck to your PC or Mac. From: 29. (Yahoo News -- Population Issues)
15-Year FRM Drops to Lowest Ever Recorded in Freddie Mac Survey Hi Nov 20, 2009
"Interest rate on 30-year fixed-rate mortgage loans fell for the third consecutive week to the lowest since the week ending May 21st, while 15-year fixed rates were the lowest since our records began in 1991," said Frank Nothaft, Freddie Mac vice president and chief economist. "Low fixed rates throughout the third quarter prompted an estimated $1.1 trillion in refinancing activity, saving homeowners about $10 billion in aggregate monthly payments over the first 12 months of their new loan.... (RealtyTimes)
Google targets Chrome OS for 2010 holidays Nov 20, 2009
That could limit interest among users who need their machines on the go and might find pockets of time without Internet service on planes or trains ... Underscoring Google's commitment to cloud computing, the Chrome OS machines won't even have a hard drive ... By leaving out that and other components, Google is promising the Chrome OS machines will seem more like a television than a computer because they will be ready to use within a few seconds of turning on the power button. (MSNBC -- Technology)
IENT'S WarBirds' Dogfights Takes Flight in January On PC and Mac Nov 20, 2009
Dogfights, a single-player game, takes flight in January on PC and Mac with realistic and adrenaline-pumping missions for the bravest of gamers ... Key Words: Flying Game, MMOG, Online Games, Combat Flying, WarBirds, Wild Bill, Online Event, World War II, P-51 Mustang, B-17, Free Event, MMO, Massively Multiplayer, Flying, Axis, Allies, aircraft, fighters, bombers, IENT, iEntertainment Network, Mac, Mac Flight Simulator, Mac Flight Simulation. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
HAWKS CONTINUE ROAD TRIP AT MISSOURI STATE TOURNAMENT Nov 20, 2009
Last season, the Eagles limped to an 8-24 overall record and a 5-9 mark in the MAC West. Brandon Bowdry led EMU last year in scoring (14. (Umeshawks.com)
When the Russians Came to Cape Canaveral Nov 20, 2009
There was no more jarring component for the well-oiled NASA prelaunch public relations machine than the Semenov delegation dropping into Cape Canaveral ... Is there any truth to those Mac vs. PC commercials. (Fox News)
Astronauts Successfully Finish Mission's First... Nov 20, 2009
"You guys get the official MacGyver award for your work on that," Bresnik said ... Is there any truth to those Mac vs. PC commercials. (Fox News)
California Will Regulate HDTV Power Draw Nov 20, 2009
The energy commission previously set aggressive energy-efficiency standards for refrigerators, washing machines and other household appliances, paving the way for more efficient models sold nationwide ... Is there any truth to those Mac vs. PC commercials. (Fox News)
Iowa Hosts Bowling Green Friday Night Nov 20, 2009
Rob Brooks and Mac McCausland will call the action. IOWA HISTORY Iowa has played 2,474 games since beginning basketball in 1902. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Mortgage rates fall sharply Nov 20, 2009
"Low fixed rates throughout the third quarter prompted an estimated $1.1 trillion in refinancing activity, saving homeowners about $10 billion in aggregate monthly payments over the first 12 months of their new loan," says Freddie Mac (NYSE: FRE)chief economist Frank Nothaft. "Moreover, for the fourth consecutive quarter, more than 95 percent of prime borrowers who originally had an ARM selected a conventional fixed-rate mortgage in the third quarter of the year.". (Washington Business Journal, DC)
Hack brings 10.6.2 back to Atom processors Nov 20, 2009
2 back to Atom processors by Macworld ... Remember last week, when the net was abuzz with the news that the Mac OS X 10 ... And, of course, replace the kernel of your operating systemthe fundamental code that underlies everything else in Mac OS Xwith a file you've downloaded from the Internet. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Microsoft fights back with IE 9 Nov 20, 2009
That left an opportunity for rivals to blossom -- most notably Firefox, which now is used by a quarter of Web surfers, but also Apple's Safari, which now runs on Windows as well as Mac OS X, and Google's Chrome, which aims to make the Web faster and a better foundation for applications. Microsoft has been pouring resources back into the IE effort, though, and at its Professional Developers Conference in Los Angeles, some fruits of that labor were on display. (CNN)
Thomas Oliver Nov 19, 2009
Two days before he took over the Atlanta Fed on March 1, 2007, he witnessed lightning strikes emanating from storm clouds that had been gathering across the country: Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae announced they would no longer buy subprime mortgages and mortgage-backed securities. I don t like this anymore than you do. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Travel)
You can play music in every room with S5 Nov 19, 2009
Instead, like the speakerless Sonos boxes before it, the S5 speaker is designed to play the music collection you keep on your Mac or PC. ... It might be your iTunes collection on a Mac or PC, or even a bunch of MP3 files sitting in folders ... Second, you can use the free Desktop Controller software on your Mac or Windows machine. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Google Chrome OS: Rounding Up The Rumors Nov 19, 2009
Although this effectively means that Chrome OS will see no exclusive software, it's all good news for developers as they can create one single application and see it work on the largest number of platforms, be it Chrome OS, Mac, Windows, or other flavors Linux ... These screens featured a Mac OS X-like dock for easy access to Gmail, Google Reader, Calendar, and other Google services. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Nokias netbook ups bar and price Nov 19, 2009
76-pound device a netbook, but it walks like a netbook and talks like a netbook, albeit one of the best-looking ones out there, with its aluminum, MacBook Pro-like appearance ... "There are two things that differentiate the Booklet from other netbooks," said Michael Gartenberg, vice president of strategy and analysis at Interpret, LLC. "One is somewhat nicer design, but the other is a huge cost difference. The problem is that consumers are going to be hard-pressed to pay a premium on design for... (MSNBC -- Technology)
Hawkeyes Return to Action Tuesday vs. Duquesne Nov 19, 2009
Jim Barbar and Mac McCausland will call the action from Carver-Hawkeye Arena. IOWA HISTORY Iowa has played 2,473 games since beginning basketball in 1902. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Firefox Edges Towards 3.6 with Another Beta Nov 19, 2009
If you want to be a guinea pig and run the test browser for yourself (unlike Chrome, it's available for Linux and Mac as well as Windows), you can download it, in 43 language options, from the Firefox Beta. And you can read all about the 78 other changes on the Firefox 3. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Cassette Kids Nov 19, 2009
That resulted in a more expansive sound in their new material, with the addition of synths and samplers, while collaborations with Mikey from Van She and Paul Mac added a dancier edge. However, Noorbergen insists they have still held on to their rock values. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Ball State Football: LeFevour, CMU race past Cardinals Nov 19, 2009
Central Michigan (9-2, 7-0 MAC) opened the scoring with a 51-yard touchdown drive on its opening possession. CMU quarterback Dan LeFevour hit three straight passes to cap the drive, including a 10-yard touchdown pass to Bryan Anderson giving the Chippewas the early 7-0 lead. (FOX59, IN)
Obama 'furious' about Afghanistan leaks... Nov 19, 2009
When Rahm sends the dead fish to himself does he use UPS (union), FedEx (non-union), USPS (the model for ObamaCare(tm)) ... I know you are waiting for your crappy Obamacare to pass the Senate before deciding, but enough already. (The Drudge Report)
Olive Creates New Audio Category, the HD Hi-Fi Music Server Nov 19, 2009
Music can easily be copied to the Olive 4HD via the built-in CD mechanism, or from a PC or Mac through its wireless or wired network connection. The breathtaking music reproduction is handled through Olives proprietary high-resolution Digital-Analog-Converter (DAC), featuring Texas Instruments best-of-breed 192khz/24-bit Burr-Brown PCM1792A.. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Guide to Online Security Nov 19, 2009
Many operating systems (such as Microsoft Windows XP and Mac OS X) include firewall protection ... For example, some viruses are spread when you open a word-processing document, particularly if you enabled macros in your word processor. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
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Apple fixes problem with LED Cinema Display iSight camera by Macworld ... The update requires an Intel-based Mac running either OS X 10. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Harris Poll Voters Nov 19, 2009
Bowling Green athletic director 1978-82, MAC Commissioner 1982-90, Sun Belt Commissioner 1990-91. Sonny Lubick. (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Inside the BCS components Nov 19, 2009
The ACC, Big 12, Big Ten, Conference USA, MAC and SEC have seven coaches each in the poll. The Pac-10 has five, the Big East, Mountain West, Sun Belt and WAC have four apiece and the independents have two (Navy's and Notre Dame's ). (Notre Dame Sports -- Rivals.com)
Low Interest Rates Spur Refinancing, Buying Interest Nov 19, 2009
Freddie Mac's Primary Mortgage Market Survey for Nov. 12 put the average fixed interest rate for 30-year conforming mortgages at 4 ... Freddie Mac also said the 15-year FRM averaged 4. (RealtyTimes)
PopCap(TM) to Launch Peggle(TM) and Peggle Nights Add-On for the PlayStation(R)Network and Peggle Nights Content Pack on Xbox LIVE(R) Arcade Nov 18, 2009
The Peggle family of games is available across numerous platforms, including PC, Mac, Web, video iPod, iPod Touch, iPhone(TM), 650 models of mobile feature phones and smartphones, Nintendo DS, the PlayStation Network, and Xbox LIVE Arcade. About Sony Online Entertainment. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
EMC, HP Back Up and Dedupe PCs Nov 18, 2009
The new lightweight clients for Windows and Mac are just some of the new features in the latest release. EMC said Avamar offers non-disruptive backups, and self-service recovery makes it easy for end users to restore data. (EnterpriseStorageForum)
Local golf scores Nov 18, 2009
Mac Goodell 46-12--44 4. John Smit 45-11--44. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
'Battle' Fatigue: John Mayer's Latest Much More Low-Key, To A Fault Nov 18, 2009
Mayer says in the press notes that he wrote the album with "the timelessness of Tom Petty, Fleetwood Mac and Neil Young in mind. The melodies and message are concise and from-the-gut, with the efficiency of simplicity." ... Musically, the album doesn't bear as much resemblance to Petty, Young or the Mac as Mayer might hope. (FOX59, IN)
Romeo 20th in girls cross country state meet Nov 18, 2009
Serving Macomb County, Michigan Wednesday, November 18, 2009 ... MAC and county rival Sterling Heights Stevenson finished in 22nd place ... Another MAC foe, Grosse Pointe South, took third place overall with two freshmen sisters finishing in the top 10. (Shelby Twp Advisor & Source, MI)
Calling Phony on Apple's Latest Ads Nov 18, 2009
Even Bill Gates and Steve Balmer have admitted to enjoying Apple's commercials, which feature the young and hip Justin Long as a Mac and the frumpy, dumpy John Hodgman as a PC. ... Q: I m a big fan of those Mac vs. PC ads ... Mac claims to have heard this all before. (Fox News)
Azteks abysmal failure bodes well for GM Nov 18, 2009
In terms of innovation, the Aztek shares DNA with some surprising relatives, like Apples early, failed PDA, Newton , or its first stab at a portable, proto-laptop Mac. Apple didnt succeed with these products, but the company began to define new markets with them. (MSNBC -- Business)
FRERE-JONES: THE RISE OF AUTO-TUNE Nov 18, 2009
In the same way that the dry, flat drum sounds in Fleetwood Mac s Rumours will forever say mid-seventies, T-Pain and Auto-Tune will forever remind people of the late aughts. T-Pain, who is currently working on his third album, Thr33 Ringz, spoke to me on the phone from his studio in Miami. (New Yorker)
With Gruden out, Shanahan moves to forefront Nov 18, 2009
YOU GUYS ENJOYED THE DEPARTMENT OF REDUNDANCY DEPT. After my note on Jesse Palmer using the phrase "MAC conference," you guys came through with a few more. VIN number. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- NFL)
Women's Basketball to Face Boston University on NESN Nov 18, 2009
Sunday, Nov 29 at Kent State Kent, Ohio/The MAC Center 1:00 PM. Wednesday, Dec 2 at Central Connecticut New Britain, Conn. (Gorhody.com)
Can Boise St, MWC fix each others BCS problems? Nov 17, 2009
Orin Hatch, who has been on a crusade against the BCS since the Utes did not get a chance to play for the national title last year, trying to broker a move to the MWC by Boise State and fellow MAC members Fresno State and Nevada. The Mountain West won't expand unless it helps the league attain an automatic BCS bid by 2012, when all the conferences get evaluated for the period of 2008-11. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Apple Wins Big Round in Pystar Copyright Case Nov 17, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO -(Dow Jones)- Apple Inc. (AAPL) has won an important round in its legal battle against Psystar Corp., which sells computers based on the Apple Macintosh operating system. Apple first accused Psystar of copyright infringement in a lawsuit filed in July 2008, which was about four months after Psystar began selling its machines ... Recently, both sides asked U.S. District Judge William Alsup to decide on many of the case's key issues, including, as Psystar alleges, whether Apple is... (SmartMoney)
Neighbors roust man from flaming home Nov 17, 2009
Wicked local photo by Dan Mac Alpine. A two-alarm fire on Saturday, Nov. 14, destroyed the back of a home at 25 Pleasant St. No one was injured in the blaze. (Allston Brighton TAB, MA)
Men's Hoops Hosts NIT Action Monday and Tuesday Nov 17, 2009
MAC HITTING THREES With all the activity that took place down the stretch last year, it might be easy to forget how well was shooting in the last month. Jamelle suffered a groin injury against Stanford on March 5 which caused him to miss the regular season finale against California and then the Pac-10 Tournament. (Thesundevils.com)
Couric, Gov. Palin: The Interviews Nov 17, 2009
NEW YORK, Nov. 16, 2009. On the Eve of the Release of Sarah Palin's Book, "Going Rogue," We Revisit Katie Couric's Interviews with Palin. (CBS News -- Evening News)
Playing It Cool Nov 17, 2009
I ordered a fried turkey so all I have to do is the mac n cheese, yams, collards, rice and gravy, cornbread, apple pie, and sweet potatoe pie. Ballwood. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Living)
Questions remain in downtown Jefferson City lockdown Nov 17, 2009
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Judge rules in Apple's favor in Psystar case Nov 16, 2009
Judge rules in Apple's favor in Psystar case by Macworld ... Apple won a key victory in its legal battle with Psystar, as a federal judge has ruled that the clone-maker violated Apples copyright when it sold PCs with Mac OS X pre-installed ... Alsups ruling affirms Apples argument that the end-user license agreement for Mac OS X restricts the use of the operating system to Apple-built computers and specifically prohibits customers from installing the OS on other PCs. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Eye Glasses App Updated Nov 16, 2009
About Freeverse: Freeverse strives to develop and publish seamless software, with a particular concentration on the Mac and iPhone platforms. Our developed and published titles have been honored with six Apple Design Awards. (IGN Wireless Games)
Video church makes debut Nov 16, 2009
"It's almost like the McDonald's franchise. When I go to China, I can order a Big Mac, and the food and everything are very much the same," Balmer said. 0000249A "Video campuses allow us to take Calvary Chapel's DNA to other places," he said. (Florida Today)
Vineyards get a crop of vintage musicians Nov 16, 2009
Hope Estate winery in the Hunter Valley, which will host the James Taylor and Carole King concert next year, will stage the biggest winery concert yet in December when Fleetwood Mac play to more than 16,000. These boutique venues clear a handsome profit thanks to a hiring fee and a cut, or sometimes all, of the bar takings, not to mention food/drink/accommodation deals. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Word on the street: Selma brews its own coffeehouses Nov 16, 2009
Area malls are attracting a variety of businesses -- from a MAC cosmetics store to independently owned novelty shop Kwirkworld -- to fill spaces left empty in the worst business downturn in decades ... Macy's wins River Park Gottschalks site ... In a surprise move, Macy's won an auction Thursday for Gottschalks stores in Fresno's River Park shopping center and at Visalia Mall -- positioning the national retail giant to expand in the central San Joaquin Valley. (Fresno Bee -- Business)
Catholic church's anti-abuse chief quits on eve of scathing report Nov 16, 2009
Cardinal Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, president of the Bishops' Conference, said: 'Eileen Shearer's professional leadership has greatly enhanced the work of child protection professionals in the church ... Transfer your old favourites from stereo system, record player or tape deck to your PC or Mac. (Yahoo News -- Catholic Church Abuse Scandal)
Schumacher's new trophy? He says it's Fort Hood's Nov 16, 2009
Schumacher's new trophy ... Schumacher's new trophy ... Tony Schumacher at Auto Club Raceway. (News & Observer -- Sports)
A postcard-perfect Austrian ski trip Nov 16, 2009
The infants seem to be having as good a time as all the grown-ups, playing in the snow, eating the Austrian version of mac and cheese. After a full day on the slopes, we're ready to hit the spa in Hotel Regina's wellness center, which, because this is Europe, I warn Mel, is coed. (CNN -- Travel)
How BBC banned 'second-rater' Blyton Nov 16, 2009
Undeterred by the cold reception, Blyton tried Children's Hour, the hugely popular daily radio programme that was run and presented by Derek McCulloch, known as Uncle Mac. Blyton even sent a summary of her CV and references to her Who's Who entry to justify her submissions. (India Times, India)
Microsoft criticizes employee for Apple remarks Nov 16, 2009
NEW DELHI: Microsoft has reportedly lambasted one of its employees for claiming that the software giant based the design of its new operating system, Windows 7, on rival Apple's Mac OS. ... "One of the things that people say an awful lot about the Apple Mac is that the OS is fantastic, that it's very graphical and easy to use," Aldous reportedly said ... "What we've tried to do with Windows 7 - whether it's the traditional format or in a touch formatis create a Mac look and feel in terms... (India Times, India)
World's mega cities expand as millions quit the countryside Nov 16, 2009
Transfer your old favourites from stereo system, record player or tape deck to your PC or Mac. From: 29. (Yahoo News -- Population Issues)
Apple Wins Hollow Victory In Psystar Ruling Nov 16, 2009
In order to make the Mac operating system work on the PC clone hardware Psystar had to actually hack part of the operating system and replace it with unique code of its own ... I don't agree that Apple should have the ability to restrict the hardware that I install the Mac OS X software on, but based on the application of existing laws ... As far as I am concerned, Apple dictating what hardware I can install Mac OS X on is like Doubleday Books telling me where I am allowed to read Dan Brown's... (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Enid Blyton considered too "small beer" for BBC Nov 15, 2009
" She added that they were "competently written". In August 1940, the BBC's radio show Children's Hour rejected her play The Monkey and the Barrel Organ, saying it was "stilted and long winded". In 1950 programme head Derek McCulloch, known as Uncle Mac, confirmed the existence of the ban in a "strictly confidential and urgent" memo. Ms Blyton was also clearly aware of it. In a memo to a BBC producer she wrote: "I and my stories are completely banned by the BBC as far as children are concerned -... (BBC News -- UK)
#5 Irish Set For NCAA Second Round Clash With Central Michigan Nov 15, 2009
2009 ND Women's Soccer -- Game 23 NCAA Championship -- Second Round #5/5 Notre Dame Fighting Irish (18-3-1 / 10-0-1 BIG EAST) vs. Central Michigan Chippewas (17-3-3 / 9-0-2 MAC) ... Claire Horton then swerved the corner kick toward the goal, forcing Bradfisch to punch the ball, but it wound up deflecting into the net for an own goal to put the MAC champions up, 1-0, with 13 seconds left in the first half ... The Irish last played a MAC team in the first round of last year's NCAA tournament,... (Und.com)
TECH TIPS: Ask Kim Nov 15, 2009
Q: I just bought a MacBook Pro ... You can put your Mac to sleep from across the room ... Holding the Menu button while booting your Mac launches the System Picker. (USA Today -- Tech)
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#4/7 Irish Tip Off Season Sunday Night Against Arkansas-Pine Bluff Nov 15, 2009
As it turned out, the primary drama down the stretch was whether Notre Dame would send the Purcell Pavilion faithful home with full bellies, thanks to its popular Big Mac giveaway when the team scores 88 points in a game ... to the west, Macy, Ind. (Und.com)
Guide to Online Security Nov 15, 2009
Many operating systems (such as Microsoft Windows XP and Mac OS X) include firewall protection ... For example, some viruses are spread when you open a word-processing document, particularly if you enabled macros in your word processor. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Local group provides computer/web help (12) Nov 15, 2009
MAC users start at 9am and Window users start at 10:30 am - unless otherwise noted. The meetings are free and open to the public. (Sonoma Index-Tribune, CA)
