Friday, March 25, 2011

TEEN SHOT AT INDIANA MIDDLE SCHOOL

"1 Shot at Indiana Middle School." CNN Wire Staff. March 25, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/03/25/indiana.school.shooting/index.html?npt=NP1


On early Friday, a former student shot and wounded another teenager at a middle school in Martinsville, Indiana. Police said that the alleged shooter was taken into custody immediately after the incident took place. The victim student was flown to a hospital. A handgun was recovered from the scene, but neither student has been identified.

Thursday, March 24, 2011

COURT: WOMAN SENT BABY'S SEX ABUSE VIA WEBCAM

"Woman Sentenced after Streaming Sex Abuse of Daughter Over Daughter." Katie Silver. March 24, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/03/23/maine.sex.crime.sentence/index.html?npt=NP1


A Maine judge handed down a 15-year prison sentence for a woman convicted of abusing her two-year old daughter. The woman, Julie Carr, streamed the videos to another teenager in the United Kingdom. Last week, she received a 20-year sentence on child pornography conviction.

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

MAKING SURE 'MOTEL KIDS' DON'T GO HUNGRY

"Making Sure 'Motel Kids' Don't Go Hungry." Kathleen Toner. March 23, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/LIVING/03/23/cnnheroes.serato.motel.kids/index.html?npt=NP1


In Orange County, California, many children are living in cheap motels that are usually associated with drug dealers, prostitutes, and illicit affairs. It is the only option for these families that are struggling financially and can't afford apartments. Chef Bruno Serato serves up free pasta to these deprived children in Orange County. His service was inspired by his mother.

Tuesday, March 22, 2011

CASTRO SAYS HE ISN'T COMMUNIST PARTY CHIEF

"Castro Says he Resigned as Communist Party Chief Five Years Ago." Shasta Darlington. March 22, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/WORLD/americas/03/22/cuba.castro.party/index.html?npt=NP1


On Tuesday, former Cuban President Fidel Castro said he resigned as the head of the Communist Party five years ago. Many thought he still held the top spot in Cuba's Communist Party. He stepped down in 2006 due to health problems. Castro's younger brother is expected to become president.

Monday, March 21, 2011

RENEE ZELLWEGER AND BRADLEY COOPER SPLIT

"Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper Split." Julie Jordan. March 21, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/SHOWBIZ/celebrity.news.gossip/03/21/cooper.zellweger.split.ppl/index.html?npt=NP1


After two years, Renee Zellweger and Bradley Cooper split. Although they never confirmed their relationship, they moved in together last fall. Zellweger even skipped the Golden Globes to be with Cooper when his father had died. Their reps have no comment about the split.

Saturday, March 19, 2011

EDUCATION DISCUSSION REFLECTION

After our class discussion, I realized that we have made so many attempts over the years to reform America’s education system. The government has spent over billions of dollars, yet we have produced little to no results. I feel that the main issue that stands in the way of achieving results in education reform are teacher unions. We all agreed that unsatisfactory teachers are protected by these unions, since it is nearly impossible to fire a teacher. I can say first hand that having a bad teacher does in fact impact a child’s education or motivation in a class. Throughout my high school experience, I have had several teachers that did nothing but hand out busy work and I’ve learned nothing beneficial. These teachers are then given a good evaluation by the board of administrators because they are given a warning ahead of time of when their evaluation is to be taking place. The warning is apart of the teacher union’s contract. Moreover, some teachers just care about getting paid and this is why I believe teacher tenure should be eliminated. Maybe we can’t eliminate tenure altogether, but maybe we can give it to teachers with promising test scores and evaluations? Maybe we should install cameras into the classrooms so that teachers will fulfill their duties as a teacher all the time, instead of the day of an evaluation? Then maybe, just maybe, we can finally start seeing favorable results when reforming America’s education system.

Friday, March 18, 2011

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PALO!!!!!!!!!!



HAPPY 32ND BIRTHDAY PALO!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I'm going to take this chance to say that you are one of the BEST and most unforgettable teachers I've had throughout my high school experience. If it wasn't for you, I probably wouldn't have cleaned up my act sophomore year and I would've never gotten into UCLA. I just want to thank you for everything... You're awesomee :))

Thursday, March 17, 2011

YALE MURDER SUSPECT PLEADS GUILTY

"Yale Killing Suspect Admits Murder, Gets 44 Years", Brian Vitagliano and Jesse Solomon. March 17, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/CRIME/03/17/connecticut.yale.murder.plea/index.html?npt=NP1


On Thursday, a Yale University lab technician named Raymond Clark III pleaded guilty to murder and attempted sexual assault in the killing of graduate student Annie Le in 2009. His semen and DNA were found at the crime scene. Annie Le's body was found inside of a wall at a Yale lab building, the day she was set to be married.

Wednesday, March 16, 2011

SANDRA BULLOCK DONATES $1 MILLION TO JAPAN RELIEF

"Sandra Bullock Sends $1 Million for Japan," Alan Duke. March 16, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/SHOWBIZ/celebrity.news.gossip/03/17/bullock.japan.donation/index.html?npt=NP1


On Thursday, the American Red Cross said that Sandra Bullock donated $1 million to help with the earthquake and tsunami relief efforts in Japan. She is the largest celebrity donation revealed so far. Celebrities everywhere are urging fans to send cell phone donations to the Red Cross and donations have reached $2.6 million thus far.

Tuesday, March 15, 2011

COCAINE FOUND AT KENNEDY SPACE CENTER

"Powder at Kennedy Space Center Tests Positive for Cocaine," Rich Phillips. March 15, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/US/03/15/nasa.powder.investigation/index.html?npt=NP1

NASA's Inspector General's Office says an investigation is being conducted after a white powdery substance was found that tested positive for cocaine. The substance was discovered on March 7th, but officials could not confirm where. NASA has a zero-tolerance drug policy and all employees may be randomly tested.

Monday, March 14, 2011

ASHLEY HEBERT IS THE NEW BACHELORETTE

"Ashley Hebert is the New Bachelorette," Monica Rizzo. March 14, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/SHOWBIZ/TV/03/15/ashley.hebert.abc/index.html?npt=NP1

After the season 15 finale of "The Bachelor" aired on Monday night, Ashley Herbert was announced as the next woman to star on "The Bachelorette." She went for Brad Wernick's heart but was sent home from South Africa just shy of the season finale. The announcement was made during "Jimmy Kimmel Live!" and the show will premiere May 23rd on ABC.

Thursday, March 10, 2011

MOM'S TENACITY SAVES SON'S HEARING

"Don't Let a Doctor Destroy Your Baby's Hearing", March 10, 2011. Elizabeth Cohen.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/HEALTH/03/10/ep.neuropathy.kids.hearing/index.html?npt=NP1


Haleh Resnick discovered that her son was misdiagnosed with hearing loss. She found out that he actually had auditory neuropathy. People with auditory neuropathy hear sounds, but they're distorted. She also discovered that the hearing aids provided for her child weren't helping him.

VEGAS AIRLINE PROPOSES ROLLING DICE ON FARES

"Vegas Airline Proposes Rolling Dice on Fares", Danielle Paquette. March 10, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/TRAVEL/03/10/gamble.on.airfare/index.html?npt=NP1


Allegiant Air wants to adjust ticket prices according to jet fuel costs. People can gamble with new "variable tickets," which can raise or fall in value. Travel experts say that the uncertainty of airfare gambling would likely alarm passengers.

Tuesday, March 8, 2011

AT LEAST 18 CHARGED IN ALLEGED GANG RAPE OF TEXAS GIRL

"At Least 18 Charged in Alleged Gang Rape of Texas Girl," CNN Wire Staff. March 8, 2011.
http://www.cnn.com/2011/OPINION/03/08/bennett.obama.defeat/index.html?hpt=C1


Thirteen adults and five juveniles have been arrested on an alleged gang rape of a Teas girl. the suspect could face up to 25 years to life if convicted with the felony charge. The suspects were between the ages of 14 and 27.

CHARLIE SHEEN FIRED FROM 'TWO AND A HALF MEN'

"Charlie Sheen Fired From 'Two and a Half Men,'" Sheila Marikar. March 7, 2011.
http://abcnews.go.com/Entertainment/charlie-sheen-fired-half-men/story?id=13078620

CBS has officially fired Charlie Sheen from the sitcom "Two and a Half Men." Sheen has publicly trashed his bosses and the creator of the show, Chuck Lorre. Last night, Warner Bros. sent out a brutal e-mail statement terminating Sheen's services on the show. Sheen lashed out and said, "This is very good news..."

Saturday, March 5, 2011

DAY CARE OWNER ON MOST WANTED LIST

"Owner of Texas Day Care , Site of Fatal Fire, Now Among 'Most Wanted,'" CNN Wire Staff. March 4, 2011.

A Houston day care owner is among the U.S. Marshall's most wanted after authorities claimed that she carelessly started a fire that killed four children and fled nearly a week ago. Investigators tried to talk to her twice before she fled, possibly to Nigeria. The Houston fire chief has said authorities made a mistake in trusting this woman.

Thursday, March 3, 2011

MATT DAMON: NOT A FAN OF OBAMA

"Matt Damon: Not a Fan of Obama," Katie McLaughlin. March 3, 2011.

On "Piers Morgan Tonight," Matt Damon claims that President Obama misinterpreted his mandate. He also says that it would help if the mission in Afghanistan was better articulated. He is also pushing for a meaningful reform in Wall Street because he believes the financial crisis is just going to take place again.

Wednesday, March 2, 2011

CHARLIE SHEEN"S KIDS REMOVED BY POLICE

"Charlie Sheen's Kids Removed By Police," Erin Carlson. March 2, 2011.

"Two and a Half Men" actor Charlie Sheen surrendered his two sons to estranged wife Brooke Mueller after she filed a temporary restraining order. The actor was infuriated when police removed the toddlers. Mueller stated her concern that he might be currently insane.

Tuesday, March 1, 2011

DIOR TO FIRE GALLIANO AFTER HITLER COMMENTS

"Dior Moves to Fire Galliano After Hitler Comments," CNN Wire Staff. March 1, 2011.

Christian Dior has announced their plan to fire John Galliano after he was filmed making anti-Semitic comments in a Paris bar. The statement was made hours after actress Natalie Portman condemned Galliano's praise of Nazi dictator Adolf Hitler. Galliano's lawyer, however, said that Galliano formally denies that he is anti-Semitic and refused to comment further.

HOW DID GOOGLE LOSE, AND FIND, ALL THOSE E-MAILS?

"How Did Google Lose, and Find, All Those E-mails," John D. Sutter. March 1, 2011.

Thousands of Google e-mail users got a shock this week when all their e-mails and contacts disappeared. Google said they lost all their e-mails because of a glitch in a software update that was in the process of installing across its computer severs. But how did the company recover all of this data if the glitch traveled so widely so quickly?