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Building New York: Biggest Real Estate News in 2011
Sometimes, New York feels like its own country. Even as the rest of the U.S. struggles in the face of a down housing market, the New York of 2011 saw skyscrapers charge ever upwards, with pricing inevitably following. It is truly the global city, with developers, buyers and architects from around the world gathering to shape the future. Here are five of the biggest developments of 2011.
North Korean Propagandists Say Kim Jong-il's Son Planned South Korea Attacks
The myth-builders of North Korea... those who ensure the divine aura of the dictatorial Kim dynasty never fades... have a new task. They must raise Kim Jong-Un - the third son of former ruler Kim Jong-il and his heir apparent - to the status of a quasi-god, so as to make the unelected leader's governance unchallenged.
Yahoo’s Board of Directors Still Planning to Split its Asian Assets
Yahoo Inc's board of directors has agreed to keep exploring a plan to split off the Internet company's Asian assets in a complex deal valued at $17 billion, The Wall Street Journal reported on Friday.
SOPA Bill 2012: GoDaddy Pulls Support Amid Boycott Threats
One day after vocalizing its support for the SOPA Bill in 2012, GoDaddy decided to pull its support from the bill after many threatened to boycott the company's services.
Indian courts challenge Facebook, Google content: report
U.S. companies Facebook, Google and Yahoo, and other internet firms, have been ordered by two Indian courts to remove material considered religiously offensive, the latest skirmish in a growing battle over website content in the world's largest democracy.
Festivus 2011: The Airing of the Year's Worst Grievances
If you've ever watched Seinfeld, you know that Dec. 23 is the day to celebrate Festivus -- a holiday for the rest of us. In honor of the fabulous holiday, I've decided to air out my list of grievances for 2011.
Michael Buble brings Christmas to CityVille
Singer Michael Buble is taking his Christmas spirit into the virtual realm, collaborating with popular Facebook game CityVille and giving an interactive gift to his fans over the holidays.
BP Unveils New Gulf Coast Ad Campaign [VIDEO]
In order to keep the American people updated on the Gulf of Mexico oil spill restoration, BP will be launching its new advertising campaign immediately after Christmas.
Happy Birthday, Susan Lucci: 'All My Children' Actress is 65
Susan Lucci is 65 years old today.
Carina Saunders: Teen Tortured, Dismembered, Beheaded by Trafficking Gang
Oklahoma teen Carina Saunders was brutally murdered as a means to frighten another woman into cooperating with a human trafficking ring, police have reported.
Aisha Khan Found, but Facebook Users Demand an Explanation
Missing 19-year-old college student Aisha Khan was found a week after she mysteriously vanished, but the Facebook hunt continues as users demand answers to unanswered questions about her disappearance.
SOPA Bill 2012: GoDaddy Faces Boycott
Supporting SOPA might prove dearer to the website registrar GoDaddy. GoDaddy had written to House of Representatives expressing their support for the much criticized bill. The Company also figures in the list of 142 companies that support SOPA released by House Judiciary Committee. GoDaddy is the only website registrar in the list.
Lady Gaga to Leak Unreleased Song as Christmas Gift to Fans
It's Christmas time for Lady Gaga and her fans. The pop star Thursday announced that she would leak her unreleased song from Born This Way on Christmas day as a gift to her little monster from their Lady Santa.
Sony Unveils Biggest Lineup of Games for PS Vita
For the entire lineup of games, check the list of titles due for release in February.
Gardens of Time Tops Facebook's 2011 Top 10 Most Popular Games Rankings
The social network giant Facebook has revealed its top 10 most popular games of 2011 list on Wednesday, and the Gardens of Time has topped the ranking, followed by The Sims Social and CityVille, according to Facebook.com. Facebook said people were fond of playing hidden object, simulation, and casino-related games with their friends in 2011.
L.A. Weatherman Creates His Own Storm, Huffs Off Camera
The morning weather forecast on Los Angeles CW affiliate KTLA was cloudy with more than a chance of hissy-fit on Monday.
SOPA Bill 2012: GoDaddy Reveals Support
Web hosting company GoDaddy voiced its support for the SOPA Bill 2012, which would effectively let the U.S. government shut down any websites it feels are in violation of copyright.
Viral Videos 2011: Ryan Gosling, Slow Loris and the Year's 10 Best [VIDEO]
Thumbs up for rock and roll!
ESPN Radio Host Bruce Jacobs In Trouble for Gay Slurs
An ESPN radio host is in hot water after referring to two WNBA teams as the Los Angeles Lesbians and the Phoenix Dyke-ury.
Top Facebook Games of 2011: Zynga Conquered by Playdom's 'Gardens of Time'
Facebook revealed its top 10 most popular games played on its social platform this year. Zynga had four games in the top 10, but did not claim the No. 1 spot; Playdom's Gardens of Time had that honor.
Evernote 'Memory Aid' Apps Recall People, Meals
If you have trouble putting a name to a face, or remembering where you ate that delicious morsel of food you are craving - and you have an iPhone -- help is now at hand.
Heavy Rains, Flooding Pound Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
The country has not witnessed such extreme rains since 1961 when it became an independent nation.
Microsoft to Cancel Keynote and Booth at CES after 2012
Microsoft, one of the biggest supporters and mainstay attraction at CES for years, will cancel its keynote presentation and booth at the show after 2012.
Aisha Khan Found Unharmed; Missing Kansas Student Was Not Abducted, Police Says
The family of missing Kansas student Aisha Khan said their prayers have been answered: she was found unharmed and wasn't abducted, Overland Park police told the media on Wednesday.
Payroll Tax Cut Rejection Could Cost $1,000: People Say that is ‘Big Money’ for Them
Following the House of Representatives' rejection of legislation to extend the payroll tax cut and jobless benefits for two months, on Tuesday the White House took to social media asking people to comment on what the rejection meant to them. For an average taxpayer earning $50,000 a year, terminating the tax cuts could mean an extra $1000 in Social Security tax from Jan. 1, 2012. When broken down that is about $40 for a pay period of two weeks.
Aisha Khan: Missing Student Found Safe, Not Abducted
Aisha Khan, a teenager from Olathe, Kansas, who went missing on Dec. 16, from the Edwards campus of the University of Kansas has been found, said Overland Park police officials. According to a statement released late on Wednesday evening, she was not abducted and had left of her own free will.
Yahoo Planning to Unload its Prized Asian Assets: Source
Yahoo Inc is considering a plan to unload most of its prized Asian assets in a complex deal valued at roughly $17 billion, sources familiar with the matter said on
Rooney Mara preps for stardom with Dragon Tattoo
When director David Fincher decided to make a film of The Girl With the Dragon Tattoo, Hollywood was abuzz with who might play the starring role of abused, vengeance-seeking computer hacker Lisbeth Salander.
Microsoft to Fold Booth at CES After 2012
The largest consumer technology trade show in America has been a launch pad for some of the biggest new technologies and has gathered over 100,000 visitors every year. According to a report on Associated Press, the Consumers Electronics association which organizes CES, has received interest from other exhibitors for Microsoft's booth space.
Hobbit trailer has film fans buzzing
Lord of the Rings movie fans were given an early holiday treat this week with the release of a trailer for prequel The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey, whetting their appetites a year before the film hits theaters.


