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AOL may soon sell or shut down Bebo The Internet company is reportedly seeking to part with its social networking site almost two years following its purchase. San Francisco (WiredPRNews.com) 2010-04-08 04:05:18 (GMT) – AOL Inc. is reportedly seeking to part with its social networking site Bebo. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the Internet company plans to sell or shut down the site almost two years after making an $850 million purchase of it. As noted in the report, data from comScore Inc. states the number of Bebo users in the U.S. in February was 5.1 million, which is significantly lower than rival sites such as Facebook, which reportedly has 210 million. Clayton Moran, an analyst at The Benchmark Co., is quoted by the AP as stating of AOL’s decision to purchase the site, “It made a lot of industry watchers scratch their heads… At this point they probably would admit they overpaid for it and now they’re just cleaning it up.” ‘Designing Women’ actress dies at 70
Actress Dixie Carter had died of cancer releated complications. Los Angeles (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-13 05:13:10 (GMT) – Actress Dixie Carter has reportedly died. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the star of the popular 1980s-1990s sitcom “Designing Women” passed away Saturday in Houston due to cancer related complications. As noted in the report, Carter, a Tennessee native, wed fellow actor Hal Holbrook in 1984 after meeting four years prior while making a film. The actress, who has appeared in several television films and series, and earned an Emmy nomination in 2007 for guest appearances on “Desperate Housewives,” is most known for her role as Southern belle Julia Sugarbaker on “Designing Women.” Holbrook is quoted by the AP as releasing the statement of his wife’s death, “This has been a terrible blow to our family…We would appreciate everyone understanding that this is a private family tragedy.” Shakespearean play gets Twitter makeover A mobile phone entertainment production company is bringing a new version of “Romeo and Juliet” to the social networking site. London (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-13 05:14:10 (GMT) – A widely recognized Shakespearean play is getting a voice in social networking. As reported by Reuters, the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC) and mobile phone entertainment production company Mudlark are putting a unique spin on “Romeo and Juliet” in a new version to be unfolded on Twitter and YouTube over the the span of five weeks. As noted in the report, the production will involve actors playing out a storyline through tweets, with audience interaction being a component as well. Charles Hunter from Mudlark is quoted by Reuters as stating of anticipation for the unique online production, “We have no real idea of what the next five weeks will bring, but we are holding onto our seatbelts.” Individuals may visit http://www.suchtweetsorrow.com to view tweets that have already been posted. from Webmaster B. javamanmonk: this is starting out to be funny, check it out! MySpace gets in Sync with rivals The social networking site is reportedly trying out a new approach to increase its market standing. Australia (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-12 01:58:41 (GMT) – Social media site MySpace is seeking to improve its market standing by playing nice with the competition. As reported by the Courier Mail, the site is expected to incorporate new features that allow uses to make updates and share content across rival sites like Facebook and Twitter. As noted in the report, one new service, Sync, allows users to make updates by linking their accounts for MySpace and Twitter. Mike Jones, MySpace co-president, is quoted in the report as stating to news.com.au of the changes, “In general we find that sharing between MySpace, Facebook and Twitter happens a lot… We see Twitter and Facebook as ways for people to broadcast what they find inside MySpace externally, and typically they’re huge traffic referrers for us so they send traffic back to MySpace through people using those tools.” Clint Black Takes the Reins from Tim McGraw in the All-New Family Adventure Flicka 2 Based On The Best-Selling Novel, Hearts Will Race When The Exhilarating Family Film Arrives On DVD May 4 Exclusively at Walmart, Sam’s Club and Walmart.com LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The wild mustangs of Wyoming return when Flicka 2 makes its exclusive premiere on DVD and DVD Combo Pack May 4th from Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. The uplifting film, directed by Michael Damian (Moondance Alexander), a continuation of the popular 2006 Flicka that starred Tim McGraw, features Patrick Warburton (“Family Guy,” “Seinfeld”), newcomer Tammin Sursok (“The Young And The Restless”) and country legend Clint Black in a thrilling story of the special bond between one girl and the mustang no one could tame. Carrie (Sursok) is a big-city teenager whose life is turned upside down when she moves to a horse ranch in Wyoming to live with her father (Warburton). But everything changes when Carrie meets Flicka, a wild, jet-black mustang who’s just as free-spirited and strong-willed as Carrie. The two form a special bond and Carrie opens her heart to her father and a handsome, local boy, but when a jealous rival puts Flicka’s life in jeopardy, Carrie must do whatever it takes to save her best friend. The Flicka 2 DVD includes behind-the-scenes featurettes; a documentary on the North American Mustang; an in-depth interview with Clint Black; bloopers and more for the suggested retail price of $22.98 DVD and $34.98 Flicka / Flicka 2 2-pack DVD. Fans, families and Flicka friends can find the DVD and 2-pack DVD on May 4th at 4,000 Walmart and Sam’s Club locations nationwide and in Canada. DVD and DVD Combo Pack are now available for pre-order exclusively at Walmart.com: Flicka 2 DVD: www.walmart.com/ip/13996365 Flicka / Flicka 2 2-pack DVD: www.walmart.com/ip/13996366 DVD Special Features: Long-Hodgman Mac vs. PC ads may be finished The famous “I’m a Mac!” “I’m a PC!” commercials may come to an end. Los Angeles (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-09 04:51:49 (GMT) – The famous “I’m a Mac!” “I’m a PC!” commercials featuring actors Justin Long and John Hodgman may be finished. As reported by the Yahoo! News blog, in a recent interview with The Onion’s A.V. Club, Justin Long hinted that the four year-long running ads may be over. Long is quoted by the blog as stating in the interview, “You know, I think they might be done. In fact, I heard from John [Hodgman], I think they’re going to move on — I can’t say definitively — which is sad, because not only am I going to miss doing them, but also working with John. I’ve become very close with him, and he’s one of my dearest, greatest friends. It was so much fun to go do that job, because there’s not a lot to it for me. A lot of it is just keeping myself entertained between takes, and there’s no one I’d rather do it with than John.” Facebook harassment - Teen files complaint against mother for Facebook harassment Little Rock, Arkansas 2010-04-08 15:45:16 (GMT) (WiredPRNews.com) – An Arkansas teen has filed a complaint against his mother for alleged Facebook harassment. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), Lane New filed the complaint against his mother Denise New after she changed his password and made postings on his account that he alleges are damaging to his reputation. Denise New is quoted by the AP a stating of the case, “If I’m found guilty on this it is going to be open season” on parents.” New further remarked about her motivation for posting the items, “The things he was posting in Facebook would make any decent parent’s eyes pop out and his jaw drop… He had been warned before about things he had been posting.” ‘Dreamgirls’ star is new Weight Watchers spokeswoman
Jennifer Hudson has reportedly become a spokesperson for the weight loss company. New York (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-03 15:32:47 (GMT) – Oscar winning actress Jennifer Hudson has reportedly become the latest spokesperson for Weight Watchers. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the ‘Dreamgirls’ star credits the program for helping her lose weight after the birth of her son. Hudson is quoted by the AP as stating of her transformation, “I didn’t realize it was me… I was like, ‘Who? … Oh, my God, this is me.’ And now when I look back, wow, look at the difference from then to now.” Hudson is further quoted as stating of her decision to change her eating habits, “How can I make a better me, or grow or do some changes, anything, just experiment, because I have me back now… And then at the same time, having the baby … it’s like, OK, this is a good way of how I would want my child to grow up, because so many times in growing up, you gain really bad habits … so I want to make sure that he’s going into this and I’m being a good example for him.”
Nicolette Sheridan files suit against ‘Housewives’ creator The actress has filed a lawsuit against Marc Cherry, who created “Desparate Housewives" Los Angeles (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-06 18:50:57 (GMT) – Actress Nicolette Sheridan has reportedly filed a lawsuit against the creator of “Desparate Housewives” and ABC. As reported by Reuters, Sheridan, who formerly co-stared in the popular series, is alleging in her $20 million lawsuit that she was wrongfully terminated and assualted by Cherry while on the program set in September of 2008. The lawsuit is quoted by Reuters to assert following the alleged assault, “After she complained to her employer about Cherry’s improper behavior, Cherry arranged to have Sheridan terminated from the show, resulting in her losing millions in future earnings.” As noted in the report, in addition to wrongful termination and assault, the lawsuit also includes sex discrimination and intentional infliction of emotional distress among other claims as components. Twitter apps for the iPad growing Apps targeted for Twitter users have been developed for the iPad. New York (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-03 15:32:12 (GMT) – A number of Twitter applications have reportedly been developed for the iPad. As reported by Macworld, some popular iPhone apps have made the leap to the iPad as well, which some suggest may show a comparable connection between the new iPad device and the social networking site to that of Twitter and the iPhone. As noted in the report, three popular Twitter apps available in the App Store for the new device include Twitterrific, Twittelator Pad, and TweetDeck. With Twitterrific, users can reportedly compose tweets, translate them, and perform other activities. Twittelator Pad allows users to view direct messages and personalize wallpaper among other things. TweetDeck also has several features for users including more data columns. All are reportedly currently available in the App Store and cost on average $5. Erykah Badu charged for nude music video
The singer has been charged with disorderly conduct for her nude music video shoot in Dallas. Dallas, Texas 2010-04-03 15:31:51 (GMT) (WiredPRNews.com) – Singer Erykah Badu has been charged following complaints about her nude music video shoot in downtown Dallas. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), officials announced on Friday that the entertainer will be charged with disorderly conduct after disrobing in Dealey Plaza for her “Window Seat” video. Sgt. Warren Mitchell is quoted by the AP as stating of the decision to charge Badu with the misdemeanor, which can warrant a fine of up to $500, “Having a fact witness that was there is what let us file the charges… After much discussion, we feel that these charges best fit her conduct. She disrobed in a public place without regard to individuals and small children who were close by.” A citation will reportedly be sent to Badu in the mail. from Webmaster B. javamanmonk: This woman is ugly enough to scare Christ off the cross on Easter, fine her $1000, Ricky Martin works on memoirs, admits he’s gay
The singer came out as gay in a Twitter posting on Monday. New York (WiredPRNews.com) 2010-04-01 03:53:02 (GMT) – Singer Ricky Martin has confirmed that he is gay. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the star, most known for his hit “Livin La Vida Loca” first released a statement on Twitter about his sexuality on Monday. Martin, 38, who says working on his memoirs helped lead to the reveal, is quoted by the AP as stating of the book, “From the moment I wrote the first phrase I was sure the book was the tool that was going to help me free myself from things I was carrying within me for a long time. Things that were too heavy for me to keep inside… Writing this account of my life, I got very close to my truth. And this is something worth celebrating.” As noted in the report, Martin also stated advice from someone who told him his homosexuality would hinder his career was a reason he kept it hidden. He is further quoted as stating, “Because all this advice came from people who I love dearly, I decided to move on with my life not sharing with the world my entire truth… Allowing myself to be seduced by fear and insecurity became a self-fulfilling prophecy of sabotage. Today I take full responsibility for my decisions and my actions.”
LL Cool J recently tweeted about his inclusion in a Fox News special presented by Sarah Palin.
The entertainer tweets about the network’s misrepresentation of an interview that was set to be included in Palin’s special. New York (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-01 03:50:05 (GMT) – LL Cool J recently tweeted his thoughts about his inclusion in an upcoming Fox News show presented by former Alaska Governor Sarah Palin. As reported on The Newsroom Yahoo blog, LL Cool J has taken issue with the show “Real American Stories,” which features the “NCIS: Los Angeles” star in an interview that was purportedly represented as one given by Palin, but was actually footage of an interview conducted approximately two years prior. The entertainer is quoted in the report as tweeting about the interview, “Fox lifted an old interview I gave in 2008 to someone else & are misrepresenting to the public in order to promote Sarah Palins Show. WOW.” Fox News is further quoted as releasing the statement to Yahoo! News regarding cutting LL Cool J, whose birth name is James Todd Smith, from the special, “Real American Stories features uplifting tales about overcoming adversity and we believe Mr. Smith’s interview fit that criteria. However, as it appears that Mr. Smith does not want to be associated with a program that could serve as an inspiration to others, we are cutting his interview from the special and wish him the best with his fledgling acting career.”
More prospective job applicants monitoring Facebook pages A higher number of job seekers with Facebook pages are reportedly more closely monitoring them to prevent prospective employers from viewing related online social activities. U.S. (WiredPRNews.com)2010-04-01 03:55:09 (GMT) – A higher number of job seekers who have Facebook pages are reportedly taking extra precautions to ensure that sensitive information isn’t revealed to potential employers. As reported by CNN, many have chosen to hide their pages from the public to keep their personal and professional lives separate. As noted in the report, a Microsoft commissioned survey recently showed that online information has served as a basis of applicant rejection for 70 percent of U.S. managers and recruiters. Michigan State University junior Justin Gawel is quoted by CNN as stating of this kind of employer prying, “I understand that when [employers look] at someone’s Facebook page, they’re just trying to paint a bigger picture of the people they’re hiring — so they’re not just a name on a résumé… But that doesn’t demonstrate whether they can do the job. It shouldn’t matter what someone does when they’re not in the office.” Small number of ‘supertaskers’ can talk on phone while driving A study finds that only a small percentage of the population can drive and talk on their cell phones safely at the same time. A study finds only a small percentage of the population is capable of safely driving and talking on their cell phones simultaneously. U.S. (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study finds that a small percentage of people can talk on their mobile phones and drive safely at the same time. As reported by LiveScience.com, researchers have found that 2.5 percent of the population fit into a group categorized as supertaskers, who can successfully multitask in this fashion. James Watson of the University of Utah, a member of the study team, is quoted in the report as stating of the findings, “Given the number of individuals who routinely talk on the phone while driving, one would have hoped that there would be a greater percentage of supertaskers… And while we’d probably all like to think we are the exception to the rule, the odds are overwhelmingly against it. In fact, the odds of being a supertasker are about as good as your chances of flipping a coin and getting five heads in a row.” The study will reportedly be published in the Psychonomic Bulletin and Review at a later date this year. Facebook changes connection feature The social networking site is changing the way users connect to celebrities and brands. New York (WiredPRNews.com) – Popular social networking site Facebook is changing the way users can link up with celebrities and brands. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), users will be asked to “like” particular celebrities or brands as opposed to formerly being asked to “become a fan of” of them. As noted in the report, Facebook users already have the option to “like” comments and other posts of friends. The feature will reportedly be changed to facilitate more connections to celebrity or brand pages. Michael Lazerow, CEO of Buddy Media, is quoted by the AP as stating of the feature being a more comfortable way for users to link to these pages, “The idea of liking a brand is a much more natural action than (becoming a fan) of a brand… In many ways it’s a lower threshold.”
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