Daily Archives: August 5, 2012
Twitter Stalker’s Death Threats For Juno Star
The Canadian actress reportedly calls in Los Angeles police over menacing messages that contain threats to kill her. Continue reading
Insurer agrees to pay medical bills after Twitter showdown
After a spirited discussion on Twitter, Aetna agreed to pay the doctoral student’s medical costs despite his policy’s maxed-out coverage. Continue reading
The Tears Of Mo Farah’s Former PE Teacher
Mo Farah’s former PE teacher tells Sky’s Jane Dougall how he cried when his protege crossed the 10,000m finish line. Continue reading
Afghan citizens standing up to Taliban seek support
Local communities in eastern Afghanistan tired of Taliban harassment and government inaction mount spontaneous campaigns of resistance. Continue reading
World On Alert For Massive Solar Storm
Experts say the sun is reaching a peak in its 10-year activity cycle, putting the Earth at greater risk from solar storms. Continue reading
French T-shirt firm draws Anonymous ire over trademarks
A French T-shirt maker said Saturday he would relinquish his claim to the trademark of the Anonymous logo and slogan after the international hacking group attacked his online business. Continue reading
Tucson Gunman To Be Declared Fit For Trial
A court-appointed psychiatrist will testify that Jared Loughner is competent to enter a plea over a shooting rampage in Tucson. Continue reading
S Korea to Set Up KRW500 Billion Fund for Small, Mid-Sized Companies
South Korea’s Ministry of Strategy and Finance Sunday said the government will set up a 500 billion won ($440 million) fund to help small and medium-sized companies borrow at low cost. Continue reading
Doctors: Japan nuclear plant workers face stigma
Doctors: Growing number of workers risking their health to shut down the crippled Fukushima Dai-ichi nuclear power plant are suffering. Continue reading
‘Simon’s Cat’ Partakes in the Animal Olympics [VIDEO]
A new “Simon’s Cat” video hit the web Saturday, and this one gets into the competitive spirit of the Olympics … with a snail race. Continue reading
