NTSB Recommends Cell Phone Ban for All Drivers
The recommended national ban wouldn't apply to hands-free devices or to passengers of vehicles. In the past, the NTSB has recommended bans for cell phones and messaging devices for novice drivers, school bus drivers and commercial truck drivers, but this is far more reaching -- potentially impacting every driver on the road.
Amazon to Sell Six Million Kindle Fire Tablets This Year: Goldman Sachs
Goldman Sachs also predicts in a research note that Amazon will sell between 15.5 and 20.5 million Kindle Fire tablets in 2012, the product's first full year of availability and despite a likely release of Apple's newest tablet expected in 2012, the iPad 3.
Driver Involved in 11 Texts in 11 Minutes Before Deadly Crash, New Restrictions May Be Recommended: NTSB
Missouri has a law that bans those under the age of 21 from texting and driving. But one 19-year-old driver in Missouri apparently didn't get the notice. He sent and received a total of 11 text messages in a deadly highway crash last year in the 11 minutes before the crash, according to federal investigators.
Southwest Makes Mega Order for 737s From Boeing; Deal Includes 737 MAX
Southwest will be the first airline to receive the 737 MAX. Boeing said the company now has orders and commitments for some 900 737 MAX aircraft from 13 customers. The company opted earlier this year against a total new design for its new fuel-efficient engine, decided instead to load it into the popular 737 framework.
GOP Polls Put Gingrich on Top, But Savage Wants Newt Out
From the four early-voting states, polls show that Gingrich leads in three of them, and is catching up in the fourth, according to The Hill. Gingrich leads in Iowa, South Carolina and Florida, according to the latest data, and is gaining momentum in New Hampshire.
Michael Savage: Gingrich is 'Fat, Old, White Man;' Offers $1 Million to Quit Race
Savage isn't shy about saying why Gingrich can't beat Obama, either. On his blog, he shows Gingrich ads with Nancy Pelosi, the right-wing's antithesis, mentions Gingrich's past infidelity, and notes that when Gingrich is on television he ca off badly compared to Obama and looks like nothing more than what he is: a fat, old, white man.
Apple May Buy Israel's Anobit for $500 Million
Apple is apparently interested in Anobit for the company's technology to increase and enhance the memory volume and performance of its devices, including the world's most popular smartphone, the iPhone, and the world's most popular tablet, the iPad. Anobit has about 200 employees.
Amazon to Release Software Update for Kindle Fire Problems
Many users have complained about issues with the new Kindle Fire, including slow and erratic scrolling, problems with apps, difficulty accessing Wi-Fi, and clumsy touchscreens. But Amazon says some of the problems will be solved with a new software update it will release before Christmas.
Who is Mikhail Prokhorov?
Born in 1965, he is the Russian entrepreneur and billionaire who owns the NBA franchise the New Jersey Nets. But more importantly, perhaps, what has thrust him into the global limelight is his decision to challenge Russian Prime Minister Vladimir V. Putin for the country's presidency. The third richest man in Russia made his money in precious metals but he wants to leave his legacy in politics.
Saudi Woman Executed for Practicing 'Witchcraft'
The woman, said to be in her 60s, became the second to be executed in Saudi Arabia for practicing witchcraft this year. The BBC reports that a Sudanese man was executed in September for witchcraft.
Pfizer Boosts Dividend by 10%; Announces Stock Repurchases
Shares of Pfizer (NSYE: PFE) were trading Monday after the news down 1.17 percent, or 23 cents, to $20.32 at 3 p.m. Eastern Time. The stock was among the most actively traded on the NYSE. But the market as a whole was trading down on concerns that the latest Eurozone plan won't help the continent avert financial crisis.
Netflix Stock Jumps on Verizon Buyout Rumor
Netflix shares are up strongly on speculation that Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE: VZ) might buy the company to enter the streaming video business.
GE Stock Hot Again? Analyst Gives 5 Reasons to Buy
Still, there's plenty of reason investors might have continued holiday cheer for GE, and the job CEO Jeff Immelt is doing. After downgrading GE in January, Bernstein Research analyst Steven Winoker listed five reasons, according to Barrons, that shares could climb to $21 -- near a 52-week high.
Apple Mac App Store Passes 100 Million Downloads
Apple's Mac App Store has exceeded 100 million downloads since early January, the company announced Monday. Apple (NASDAQ: AAPL) hasn't said how many apps are available in its Mac App Store, but the company has more than 500,000 total iOS app in its App Store.
How Does Your Amazon Kindle Fire Tablet Work? Software Update Promised for Glitches
Amazon didn't say if the software update will address all of the complaints. The spokesperson said that the update will address privacy issues and navigation sluggishness, according to the Times.
Sunday's $99 HP TouchPad Sale Leaves Many Consumers Irate
Consumers had server issues, with some saying the site crashed, while others were upset that shipping costs -- $19 -- were so high for the $99 product. Others were simply mad they didn't get one before supplies were exhausted.
Global Markets Fall Amid Concern Over EU Crisis Pact
But skepticism crept in as investors are unconvinced apparently that the Eurozone has solved its problems and finally has it right in the attempt to solve Europe's sovereign debt crisis. Credit rating agency Moody's summed it up best in a weekly credit report, perhaps, saying last week's summit and plan offers few new measures.
HP TouchPad $99 Sale Underway at eBay -- Supply Going Fast
Minutes before the sale for $99 refurbished models, which had been leaked late this week on the Internet, HP was selling refurbished TouchPad tablets for prices beginning at $499.99. For instance, the HP TouchPad 16GB Wi-Fi model was $499.99 at 6:59 p.m. ET, but at 7 p.m. as widely believed the price went to $99. Other models with more memory, like the 32GB models, are selling for $149.
Michael Jordan's Future Neighbor Airs Complaint
In an exclusive, Gossip Extra said Jordan is building a 37,000-square-foot home at the club, known for its pristine course built by Jack Nicklaus, the man who is as legendary in golf as Jordan is in basketball. Jordan, the six-time NBA champion known as one of the greatest players ever in the game, is already frequenting the golf course though his home may be one year of less away from being completed.
Joe Paterno Breaks Pelvis in Fall, Hospitalized: Report
Paterno slipped on Saturday, according to a report, and fractured his pelvis. He was admitted to the hospital the next day, a person close to the Paterno family told the Associated Press.
Angry Birds Rio, Online, Barnes & Noble, iPhone -- Rovio Game is Red-Hot
Angry Birds was the first game released for Apple's iOS system in December 2009, and since then it has sold millions of versions. Players of the game use a slingshot to launch the round, red, wingless birds at pigs on or within different structures with the aim of destroying all on the playing field.
Xavier-Cincinnati Fight Becomes All-Out Basket-Brawl (VIDEO)
The game of steady trash talk was finally called with 9.4 seconds remaining afte the teams got into a fight on the court. Both benches cleared and shoves and swings flew. The referees assumed there was no way to restore order, so the ended the game, with Xavier claiming the win.
Islamic Cleric Bans Women from Cucumbers, Bananas for Sexual Thoughts: True or False?
Claiming that the fruits and vegetables resemble the male penis, the Islamic cleric said bananas, cucumbers and more, including carrots and zucchini could make women think of sex and they should be handled by a third party if they are to eat them to avoid arousal.
Saudi Man Sentenced to 2,080 Lashes for Raping Daughter
The man was found guilty in a court in Mecca of raping his teenage daughter for seven years while he was under the unfluence of drugs, The Associated Pres reported.
Army-Navy Game 2011: Midshipmen Rule, But Army Fights to the End
Playing in a new venue in Maryland, the president was on hand to see Navy win its 10th straight in the historical series, as the Midshipmen rushed for 296 yards and took advantage of three Army turnovers to win 27-21. But the game was closer than many expected, as Navy had to kick two fourth-quarter field goals to hold off the scrappy Black Knights.
The Hottest Woman of All Time: Jennifer Aniston, Raquel Welch -- or Gloria Steinem?
Jennifer Aniston, 42, isn't so sure she belongs at the top of the list of the Sexiest Woman of All Time. She has some different ideas of who belongs there, including a couple that were not included on the original poll list that was a bit superficial.
Army-Navy Game 2011 Score Update Halftime: Midshipmen, Black Knights Tied Up
Though Navy controlled much of the first half of the game, Army has stormed back, tying the score 14-14 at the half. President Barack Obama was on hand for the coin toss.
Accused of Sexual Abuse, Ex-AAU Leader Said to Keep Bags of Boys Underwear
A report from ESPN said two men have accused former AAU president and CEO Robert Bobby Dodd of molesting them as children. The men said they approached Dodd independently about the matter after the Penn State scandal broke in November involving former Penn State coach Jerry Sandusky. Since that time, allegations have also surfaced that former assistant Syracuse coach Bernie Fine molested children, including a team ball boy.
World's Oldest Dog Dies -- Pusuke Aged 182 in Dog Years
The dog's owner, Yumiko Shinohara, said Pusuke had a good appetite and was busy with morning and evening strolls before he suddenly quit eating on Monday, according to ABC Australia. After the dog refused to eat, it appeared to have difficulty breathing, the owner said.
AAU Basketball Leader Accused of Molesting Children; Would Sneak Into Room 'In the Middle of the Night'
The AAU has recently been made aware of some serious allegations about President Robert W. 'Bobby' Dodd, dating back several decades, the statement said. The AAU has opened an independent investigation into these matters and also has contacted local law enforcement in Memphis, where the activities allegedly occurred. We will actively cooperate with any and all authorities to determine the facts and the truth.