http://www.cnn.com/2009/CRIME/09/24/terror.indictment/index.html
A twenty-four year old man from Colorado named Najibullah Zazi was arrested this week because he is believed to be in on a bomb making conspiracy against the United States. The authorities told CNN they do not believe that Zazi is planning an attack in Colorado. The authorities want to bring him bring Zazi to New York instead of having him in Colorado because they think that is where he was planning on detonating his bomb. If they are right and can prove that Najibullah Zazi is in fact attempting to build bombs to use against the United States, he will face a possible life sentence in prison. Apparently Zazi has been receiving bomb-making instructions from Pakistan and has been purchasing items that can be used to make a bomb. The FBI said that Zazi had been conducting research on the internet on how to make a specific bomb and has even purchased the necessary components to produce this bomb. Many of the components of the bomb Zazi is being charged for attempting to make can be obtained by using household items and items from home stores. All Zazi had to do is get the specific chemicals he needed out of them. Some of these items include hydrogen peroxide, acetone products that are found in finger nail polish remover, and muriatic acid which you can get at any home or farm store. Zazi was on surveillance cameras buying up large amounts of these products and also buying them far from home.
My initial response to this article was that I can’t believe a person would want to harm innocent people. I also think that this Najibullah Zazi is guilty of the crimes that the authorities have sentenced him too because there is a lot of evidence of him buying up the supplies. It is very disturbing that someone can surf the internet and find out how to build a bomb from ordinary household products, and it is crazy what damage can be created. I also think Zazi is a coward because bombing something you deem as a threat is a way to not have to see what damage you created or he could take your own life which is the most cowardly way out.
I reacted this way because these terrorist are ridiculous. I was reading in an article earlier about the Al Qaeda’s “terrorist” manual and it would tell you exactly how, when, and where to bomb while taking your own life. I can hardly fathom any kind of people that support that sort of ideals. I’m very thankful to our government organizations who have found the evidence to charge this guy, who knows what he was going to do. I still remember where I was on 9-11 and sure most of the people reading this do too. That reminds me that anyone trying to commit crimes against what I believe to be the greatest county in the world should be held very accountable for their actions and some.
Friday, September 25, 2009
H1N1 is Almost Unstoppable
http://www.cnn.com/2009/HEALTH/09/24/hand.washing.helpful/index.html
Washing your hands might not help prevent the spread of the seasonal influenza virus or the H1N1 influenza virus. One of CNN’s Senior Medical Correspondents, Elizabeth Cohen, wrote a story of her H1N1 experience at her children’s school. Elizabeth said when she showed up at her children’s first parent teacher conference this summer she found out how big of a deal that this years flu season was going to be. She said that when the principal walked in to start the conference the principal was holding the biggest bottle of hand sanitizer she had ever seen. Later on in the school year she found out that the kids are washing their hands about every 45 minutes to keep from spreading germs around the classrooms. The bad thing about trying to prevent the spread of the flu by washing your hands doesn’t necessarily help you. Doctors told CNN that the spreading of the flu virus is unlike many common sicknesses. It doesn’t usually stay on your hand and spread by touching one another or other objects. The easiest way to catch the flu or H1N1 virus is through water and moisture. The most common being a sneeze or cough, because when people sneeze and they don’t cover their mouths the virus is spread in water particles coming from the sneeze and cough. This has become a big problem and many doctors are teaching people to cough and sneeze in their elbow joint. These doctors are not saying to not wash your hands though, they say that washing your hands frequently will help you not be as susceptible to the common cold and will help a little with the flu virus. The main thing to do to prevent the spreading of the flu is to make sure if you get it you should stay home.
My first reaction to this article was, wow, I just had a meeting on this very subject and they really stressed the fact on washing your hands. They also stressed covering your mouth when coughing and sneezing, but washing your hands was the main point stressed.
I think I reacted this way because I had really not payed a lot of attention to the flu. I would just get the yearly vaccine and go on. This is different because it is probably the biggest epidemic to go around in a long time. I remember the bird flu and few other illnesses going around but nothing like this. The H1N1 flu has been showing up so much more than normal this year it is scary. The typical flu season is in late December and January, not September. My company and many others are already planning for major amounts of people being off at a time.
Hopefully you all have a lot of sick time built up, because it sounds like many of us are going to need it. Don’t forget to stock up on vitamin c.
Washing your hands might not help prevent the spread of the seasonal influenza virus or the H1N1 influenza virus. One of CNN’s Senior Medical Correspondents, Elizabeth Cohen, wrote a story of her H1N1 experience at her children’s school. Elizabeth said when she showed up at her children’s first parent teacher conference this summer she found out how big of a deal that this years flu season was going to be. She said that when the principal walked in to start the conference the principal was holding the biggest bottle of hand sanitizer she had ever seen. Later on in the school year she found out that the kids are washing their hands about every 45 minutes to keep from spreading germs around the classrooms. The bad thing about trying to prevent the spread of the flu by washing your hands doesn’t necessarily help you. Doctors told CNN that the spreading of the flu virus is unlike many common sicknesses. It doesn’t usually stay on your hand and spread by touching one another or other objects. The easiest way to catch the flu or H1N1 virus is through water and moisture. The most common being a sneeze or cough, because when people sneeze and they don’t cover their mouths the virus is spread in water particles coming from the sneeze and cough. This has become a big problem and many doctors are teaching people to cough and sneeze in their elbow joint. These doctors are not saying to not wash your hands though, they say that washing your hands frequently will help you not be as susceptible to the common cold and will help a little with the flu virus. The main thing to do to prevent the spreading of the flu is to make sure if you get it you should stay home.
My first reaction to this article was, wow, I just had a meeting on this very subject and they really stressed the fact on washing your hands. They also stressed covering your mouth when coughing and sneezing, but washing your hands was the main point stressed.
I think I reacted this way because I had really not payed a lot of attention to the flu. I would just get the yearly vaccine and go on. This is different because it is probably the biggest epidemic to go around in a long time. I remember the bird flu and few other illnesses going around but nothing like this. The H1N1 flu has been showing up so much more than normal this year it is scary. The typical flu season is in late December and January, not September. My company and many others are already planning for major amounts of people being off at a time.
Hopefully you all have a lot of sick time built up, because it sounds like many of us are going to need it. Don’t forget to stock up on vitamin c.
Thursday, September 24, 2009
A Movie like Robbery
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32982900
In Stockholm, Sweden there was a robbery unlike many we have heard around the United States. The Robbers stole a helicopter and broke into a cash depot that is run by the security company G4S PLC. This building is where banks and other large businesses in Sweden store their cash that they transport to other banks or businesses. These criminals hovered above the cash depot with their stolen helicopter and winched themselves down to the top of the building. They entered the building around five in the morning by breaking a window, and while there were employees inside. During this very elaborate heist not one person was even harmed. MSNBC said that a witness told local news teams that he had seen the helicopter above the cash depot for fifteen or more minutes. There was a Swat team on scene trying to get into the building using a battering ram. By the time authorities got into the building the heist was over. The police found the helicopter shortly after about fifteen miles away and no criminals in sight. The police were not able to use their helicopters because earlier that day there was bomb threats in their hanger. G4S PLC has offered a reward for any information on the arrest of these criminals, but they did not say how much, nor did they release the amount of money that was taken from their depot. These criminals really did their research to commit this robbery.
After reading this article I realized that robberies sometimes are staged like those in Hollywood. I believe this was a very thought out and elaborate heist. It is hard not to look at this robbery as movie like because so many movies are made similar to the way this crime went on. I’m sure most people reading this have seen a similar movie. Even though these criminals did an unlawful act, at least they did not kill anyone. Even some criminals have a few morals.
Because G4S PLC did not release the amount of money that had been taken I think that it was probably a vast amount of cash. I’m sure these crooks did not try to rob this place during a time were there would only be a minimal amount of money. I can’t believe that the police didn’t have any other type of air support. It makes me wonder if they were involved or if the criminal really were able to scare them enough from their bomb threats.
G4S PLC might be offering a reward, but it sounds to me that they don’t have any money left.
In Stockholm, Sweden there was a robbery unlike many we have heard around the United States. The Robbers stole a helicopter and broke into a cash depot that is run by the security company G4S PLC. This building is where banks and other large businesses in Sweden store their cash that they transport to other banks or businesses. These criminals hovered above the cash depot with their stolen helicopter and winched themselves down to the top of the building. They entered the building around five in the morning by breaking a window, and while there were employees inside. During this very elaborate heist not one person was even harmed. MSNBC said that a witness told local news teams that he had seen the helicopter above the cash depot for fifteen or more minutes. There was a Swat team on scene trying to get into the building using a battering ram. By the time authorities got into the building the heist was over. The police found the helicopter shortly after about fifteen miles away and no criminals in sight. The police were not able to use their helicopters because earlier that day there was bomb threats in their hanger. G4S PLC has offered a reward for any information on the arrest of these criminals, but they did not say how much, nor did they release the amount of money that was taken from their depot. These criminals really did their research to commit this robbery.
After reading this article I realized that robberies sometimes are staged like those in Hollywood. I believe this was a very thought out and elaborate heist. It is hard not to look at this robbery as movie like because so many movies are made similar to the way this crime went on. I’m sure most people reading this have seen a similar movie. Even though these criminals did an unlawful act, at least they did not kill anyone. Even some criminals have a few morals.
Because G4S PLC did not release the amount of money that had been taken I think that it was probably a vast amount of cash. I’m sure these crooks did not try to rob this place during a time were there would only be a minimal amount of money. I can’t believe that the police didn’t have any other type of air support. It makes me wonder if they were involved or if the criminal really were able to scare them enough from their bomb threats.
G4S PLC might be offering a reward, but it sounds to me that they don’t have any money left.
Thursday, September 17, 2009
Google Is Going Greener
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32776477
Google the San Francisco based company mainly known for by its search engine web site has decided to enter the renewable rescores business. They have invested a large amount of money into the research of solar electric power plants. Their head in this department is Bill Weihl, he told MSNBC that Google would be investing some of their money in mirror technology. Google is hoping this technology will be able to turn solar energy into thermal energy at a twenty-five percent less than the average solar plants can right now. Mr. Weihl said that energy prices for solar power are about $2.50 to $4.00 to build a solar power plant with the technology we have now. That means a solar electric plant that created 250 megawatts would cost upwards of $1 billion. Google is hoping to be able to cut down on these cost by investing in companies that can do research and design mirrors at a much lower cost. These mirrors are what direct the sunlight and help create heat that is used to make steam. That stream will turn a thermal turbine to produce electricity. Google is not only going to seek energy from thermal turbines though, they are also looking into designing a gas turbine that can run off of solar energy instead of natural gas. Google believes if they can design this type of turbine it would be much more efficient. Weihl thinks that the reason this technology is moving slowly is because the government is only talking about going “greener,” and not putting forth the money that would help this technology move forward much faster.
After reading this article it helped me realize how cost effective solar energy could be in the near future. If the internet giant Google is going to invest their money in technology that will help lower are electric bills and even help lower our countries emissions, I can’t help but support them. Google has seemed to be a first-rate company, whatever they touch has turned to gold. I’m really happy to see them investing heavily in something I believe in.
I reacted very positive to this article. I believe that the internet giant Google can and will create solar electricity at a much lower price for the customers and a safer price to our environment. If Mr. Weihl is right and Google is able to create a solar power plant and a lesser cost, I believe we will see a lot more solar power plants pop up around our desserts and other places where sun rays are more prominent. It is about time for us to learn how to use our most valuable resource that can create energy at little to no cost to our environment.
If Google is telling the truth, and they do what they say they are going to do. We might all be able to reap the benefits of more economical energy prices. To some this means a new TV, to others this means they will have a little more money left over at the end of the month to feed their families.
Google the San Francisco based company mainly known for by its search engine web site has decided to enter the renewable rescores business. They have invested a large amount of money into the research of solar electric power plants. Their head in this department is Bill Weihl, he told MSNBC that Google would be investing some of their money in mirror technology. Google is hoping this technology will be able to turn solar energy into thermal energy at a twenty-five percent less than the average solar plants can right now. Mr. Weihl said that energy prices for solar power are about $2.50 to $4.00 to build a solar power plant with the technology we have now. That means a solar electric plant that created 250 megawatts would cost upwards of $1 billion. Google is hoping to be able to cut down on these cost by investing in companies that can do research and design mirrors at a much lower cost. These mirrors are what direct the sunlight and help create heat that is used to make steam. That stream will turn a thermal turbine to produce electricity. Google is not only going to seek energy from thermal turbines though, they are also looking into designing a gas turbine that can run off of solar energy instead of natural gas. Google believes if they can design this type of turbine it would be much more efficient. Weihl thinks that the reason this technology is moving slowly is because the government is only talking about going “greener,” and not putting forth the money that would help this technology move forward much faster.
After reading this article it helped me realize how cost effective solar energy could be in the near future. If the internet giant Google is going to invest their money in technology that will help lower are electric bills and even help lower our countries emissions, I can’t help but support them. Google has seemed to be a first-rate company, whatever they touch has turned to gold. I’m really happy to see them investing heavily in something I believe in.
I reacted very positive to this article. I believe that the internet giant Google can and will create solar electricity at a much lower price for the customers and a safer price to our environment. If Mr. Weihl is right and Google is able to create a solar power plant and a lesser cost, I believe we will see a lot more solar power plants pop up around our desserts and other places where sun rays are more prominent. It is about time for us to learn how to use our most valuable resource that can create energy at little to no cost to our environment.
If Google is telling the truth, and they do what they say they are going to do. We might all be able to reap the benefits of more economical energy prices. To some this means a new TV, to others this means they will have a little more money left over at the end of the month to feed their families.
Hood Rich to Real Rich
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32862411
Rodney Morrison was a known drug dealer in the early 90’s. He was convicted and sentenced for the drug related crimes he had committed in New York. After his sentencing he decided to get out of the drug trade and get into the selling of tax-free cigarettes on Indian reservations. MSNBC said that this is a very profitable business that runs an extremely fine line with the law. Ten years into his new found business, Rodney had developed into one of the largest tax free cigarette dealers in New York. With his success came competition and these competitors were also known drug dealers and criminals.
New York is upset with all the tax money they are not getting from the purchasing of tax-free cigarettes. They are losing upwards of 700 million dollars in cigarette revenue each year because Rodney Morrison and other tax-free cigarette companies are bending their states laws in order to make it rich. These companies have been left alone for years for fear of making problems with the local Indian reservations were these companies are located. Rodney and the others have figured out how to get away with selling cigarettes to not only the Indians on the reservation that live there, but illegally to Non-Native Americans living outside these reservations. The tax free organizations on these reservations were intended to only benefit the local Indians living on these reservations. The particular reservation were Rodney has located his business is only 55 acres and has only 300 people living on it. It has around twelve or so tax-free cigarette shops on it, and these shops sell a large amount of the total cigarettes sold throughout New York. Rodney alone has made $172 million in less than five years. This is going on because states can’t collect taxes on Indian land. This can cut the price of cigarettes’ nearly in half in New York. Since it is so much cheaper to buy cigarettes from Indian reservations, cigarette stores are buying up large quantities of their products and selling them elsewhere illegally.
My first thoughts were that I couldn’t believe that New York or any other state would let any type of shady business like this survive. They all know that this is a profitable way to make large amounts of money under the radar. I don’t understand why any state government would be afraid of a small Indian reservations wrath, especially when they are performing illegal activity.
I reacted this way because I think New York and other states need to take a stronger stand against the unlawful use of Indian reservations. These tax-free cigarette businesses are getting away with making millions with little to no profit to the state governments. I believe that is taking money out of each of the residents living in these particular starts hands. On top of that, these are known criminals running these businesses.
If it’s not a casino, it’s a cigarette company. How long is our government going to let this go on?
Rodney Morrison was a known drug dealer in the early 90’s. He was convicted and sentenced for the drug related crimes he had committed in New York. After his sentencing he decided to get out of the drug trade and get into the selling of tax-free cigarettes on Indian reservations. MSNBC said that this is a very profitable business that runs an extremely fine line with the law. Ten years into his new found business, Rodney had developed into one of the largest tax free cigarette dealers in New York. With his success came competition and these competitors were also known drug dealers and criminals.
New York is upset with all the tax money they are not getting from the purchasing of tax-free cigarettes. They are losing upwards of 700 million dollars in cigarette revenue each year because Rodney Morrison and other tax-free cigarette companies are bending their states laws in order to make it rich. These companies have been left alone for years for fear of making problems with the local Indian reservations were these companies are located. Rodney and the others have figured out how to get away with selling cigarettes to not only the Indians on the reservation that live there, but illegally to Non-Native Americans living outside these reservations. The tax free organizations on these reservations were intended to only benefit the local Indians living on these reservations. The particular reservation were Rodney has located his business is only 55 acres and has only 300 people living on it. It has around twelve or so tax-free cigarette shops on it, and these shops sell a large amount of the total cigarettes sold throughout New York. Rodney alone has made $172 million in less than five years. This is going on because states can’t collect taxes on Indian land. This can cut the price of cigarettes’ nearly in half in New York. Since it is so much cheaper to buy cigarettes from Indian reservations, cigarette stores are buying up large quantities of their products and selling them elsewhere illegally.
My first thoughts were that I couldn’t believe that New York or any other state would let any type of shady business like this survive. They all know that this is a profitable way to make large amounts of money under the radar. I don’t understand why any state government would be afraid of a small Indian reservations wrath, especially when they are performing illegal activity.
I reacted this way because I think New York and other states need to take a stronger stand against the unlawful use of Indian reservations. These tax-free cigarette businesses are getting away with making millions with little to no profit to the state governments. I believe that is taking money out of each of the residents living in these particular starts hands. On top of that, these are known criminals running these businesses.
If it’s not a casino, it’s a cigarette company. How long is our government going to let this go on?
Kentucky High School Football Coach Is Deemed Innocent
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32902379/ns/local_news-lexington_ky/
David Stinson, a high school football coach in Kentucky was found not guilty by a court of law Thursday. MSNBC said he was being tried for the death of 15 year old Max Gilpon. Gilpon and the rest of his football teammates were running sprints, also known as gassers. The day Gilpon passed away was a considerably hot day and the temperature was reaching the mid 90’s. Gilpon and his teammates had to run extra sprints as punishment for not practicing hard enough the day before. During these sprints Gilpon passed out on the field and was rushed to the hospital, three days later he died from problems obtained by heat stroke. During these sprints others were having trouble too. Some of Gilpon’s teammates were vomiting and others were claiming they weren’t able to complete the drill because of injuries. This was one of the major points that the prosecutors were trying to establish to convict Coach David Stinson. Stinson’s attorneys were trying to prove that this was not that uncommon of a practice. They had teammates testifying that they only ran a few more sprints than normal that day. They also used Gilpon’s stepmother and fellow classmates; they said that Gilpon had told them that he was not feeling well that day. These are some of the facts that played a huge role in Coach Stinson’s deliberation and not guilty verdict.
My first thought was I think that it would be hard to convict a football coach for the death of one his players. Football is a game about being and working as a team. Coach Stinson didn’t just punish this kid to make a point. He punished the whole team for not practicing hard enough the day before. I feel very sorry for his family, and I hope they can forgive this coach for what I believe to be an accident.
Several times I have been in football practice and have almost vomited as well. The article stated that the player was suffering from some kind of illness earlier that day, and that his medications could have been part of the cause of his death. I understand the coach’s point of view and the parents as well. Of course the coach wants to push his players as far as he can so they can reach their full potential. The parents want to make sure their children are safe, especially during organized sports.
In conclusion, I think this article can bring to your attention the dangers of pushing their student athletes to their breaking point. I hope many coaches can and will change some of their coaching styles in order to keep their players safe, particularly on hot days. Frequent water breaks and close observation will help these coaches determine these techniques.
David Stinson, a high school football coach in Kentucky was found not guilty by a court of law Thursday. MSNBC said he was being tried for the death of 15 year old Max Gilpon. Gilpon and the rest of his football teammates were running sprints, also known as gassers. The day Gilpon passed away was a considerably hot day and the temperature was reaching the mid 90’s. Gilpon and his teammates had to run extra sprints as punishment for not practicing hard enough the day before. During these sprints Gilpon passed out on the field and was rushed to the hospital, three days later he died from problems obtained by heat stroke. During these sprints others were having trouble too. Some of Gilpon’s teammates were vomiting and others were claiming they weren’t able to complete the drill because of injuries. This was one of the major points that the prosecutors were trying to establish to convict Coach David Stinson. Stinson’s attorneys were trying to prove that this was not that uncommon of a practice. They had teammates testifying that they only ran a few more sprints than normal that day. They also used Gilpon’s stepmother and fellow classmates; they said that Gilpon had told them that he was not feeling well that day. These are some of the facts that played a huge role in Coach Stinson’s deliberation and not guilty verdict.
My first thought was I think that it would be hard to convict a football coach for the death of one his players. Football is a game about being and working as a team. Coach Stinson didn’t just punish this kid to make a point. He punished the whole team for not practicing hard enough the day before. I feel very sorry for his family, and I hope they can forgive this coach for what I believe to be an accident.
Several times I have been in football practice and have almost vomited as well. The article stated that the player was suffering from some kind of illness earlier that day, and that his medications could have been part of the cause of his death. I understand the coach’s point of view and the parents as well. Of course the coach wants to push his players as far as he can so they can reach their full potential. The parents want to make sure their children are safe, especially during organized sports.
In conclusion, I think this article can bring to your attention the dangers of pushing their student athletes to their breaking point. I hope many coaches can and will change some of their coaching styles in order to keep their players safe, particularly on hot days. Frequent water breaks and close observation will help these coaches determine these techniques.
Thursday, September 10, 2009
Out With the Old In With the New
http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/32768000/ns/entertainment-reality_tv/
American Idol is about to get a makeover. Ellen DeGeneres is taking over Paula Abdul’s spot on American Idol. Craig Bowman a writer from MSNBC reacted like many from Hollywood and different entertainment networks. All of which can’t believe they would put a talk-show host in the judges seat on a prime-time TV setting. Fox is trying to take this season of American Idol in a different direction. They think that Ellen will represent the fans because she is more like one of them. The other judges all have musical backgrounds, but Ellen really has none to speak of. She has dealt with a lot of entertainers in her career as a talk-show host, but how is she suppose to know how to spot talent?
My reaction to this article was, “Why would they choose a talk show host?” I don’t think Ellen is the least bit qualified. The article said she would be more likely to replace Ryan Seacrest than Paula Abdul. I do have to admit, my opinion changed later on because at first I didn’t think she could be a judge, until I realized that they are just trying to take a chance and boost their ratings with someone as witty as her.
I reacted this way because I barely even know who Ellen is. To me, all she’s just a comedian. The article talks about what a big fan she is and how that is basically why she got hired. I believe that to be true as well. Also, I’m sure she has a big following with her TV show and her popularity with the public. With Ellen’s wittiness, I believe she will be able to put the obnoxious Simon Cowl in his place.
In conclusion, I bet this season of American Idol is going to be very interesting. I am looking forward to seeing her defend her responses against Simon and the other judges with actual music experience. There’s no doubt, with Ellen on board that this season won’t be without lots of laughs.
American Idol is about to get a makeover. Ellen DeGeneres is taking over Paula Abdul’s spot on American Idol. Craig Bowman a writer from MSNBC reacted like many from Hollywood and different entertainment networks. All of which can’t believe they would put a talk-show host in the judges seat on a prime-time TV setting. Fox is trying to take this season of American Idol in a different direction. They think that Ellen will represent the fans because she is more like one of them. The other judges all have musical backgrounds, but Ellen really has none to speak of. She has dealt with a lot of entertainers in her career as a talk-show host, but how is she suppose to know how to spot talent?
My reaction to this article was, “Why would they choose a talk show host?” I don’t think Ellen is the least bit qualified. The article said she would be more likely to replace Ryan Seacrest than Paula Abdul. I do have to admit, my opinion changed later on because at first I didn’t think she could be a judge, until I realized that they are just trying to take a chance and boost their ratings with someone as witty as her.
I reacted this way because I barely even know who Ellen is. To me, all she’s just a comedian. The article talks about what a big fan she is and how that is basically why she got hired. I believe that to be true as well. Also, I’m sure she has a big following with her TV show and her popularity with the public. With Ellen’s wittiness, I believe she will be able to put the obnoxious Simon Cowl in his place.
In conclusion, I bet this season of American Idol is going to be very interesting. I am looking forward to seeing her defend her responses against Simon and the other judges with actual music experience. There’s no doubt, with Ellen on board that this season won’t be without lots of laughs.
Can't Stand Being Away From the Net?
http://www.cnn.com/2009/TRAVEL/business.travel/05/04/airplane.wifi/index.html
You may not be able to use your phone on a plane, but you will be able to reach almost anyone via internet. CNN stated that the days of being cut off from the Internet while you're on a plane are quickly disappearing. In the near future we will be able to e-mail, chat, or even just surf the internet for fun while on a plane. The internet is able to function by broadcasting a signal from towers all over the United States. There is a lot of testing going on with the major airlines right now and many of them already have the internet on some of their planes. It is estimated to cost anywhere from seven to thirteen dollars per flight, and most of our airlines are going to offer this feature in future. One problem that they are concerned with is the surfing of inappropriate materials. They are worried that it will offend some of the other passengers. They plan to keep this from happening by using screening software or having the flight attendants take care of the problem. The CEO of one of the companies offering the internet on planes said, nine months of Wi-Fi availability on American yielded no such incidents.
It is hard to believe that the internet has grown so fast in the past years. I can remember when the internet was first getting big, and everyone was very skeptical of it. Getting it on a plane is such a breakthrough. The only negative issue is that you have to pay for it.
I believe that the internet on planes is a breakthrough because in the last few years communication has became such an important factor in everyone’s daily lives. I can even hardly go without my cell phone. I imagine that most of us have been on a plane wanting to communicate with a person in our life, whether it is someone in your family, a friend, or co-worker, and we all know that we can’t use our cell phones on the plane. It will be nice to at least have a chance to get a message out over a plane ride if we really need too. In the article it does state that the pleasure of the internet comes at a price. It always seems that there is a catch somewhere. I believe that paying for the internet on a plane right now is fine, it is new technology. I do hope that in the future the prices will drop or even be free.
It really is remarkable how fast the internet has taken off. Businesses can now expect even more out of their employee’s. No more taking a nap on your flight, it is time to work. Just stay off any web-site that you wouldn’t be on in front of your mother. On the bright side, soon we can all check our Facebook from over 10,000 feet.
You may not be able to use your phone on a plane, but you will be able to reach almost anyone via internet. CNN stated that the days of being cut off from the Internet while you're on a plane are quickly disappearing. In the near future we will be able to e-mail, chat, or even just surf the internet for fun while on a plane. The internet is able to function by broadcasting a signal from towers all over the United States. There is a lot of testing going on with the major airlines right now and many of them already have the internet on some of their planes. It is estimated to cost anywhere from seven to thirteen dollars per flight, and most of our airlines are going to offer this feature in future. One problem that they are concerned with is the surfing of inappropriate materials. They are worried that it will offend some of the other passengers. They plan to keep this from happening by using screening software or having the flight attendants take care of the problem. The CEO of one of the companies offering the internet on planes said, nine months of Wi-Fi availability on American yielded no such incidents.
It is hard to believe that the internet has grown so fast in the past years. I can remember when the internet was first getting big, and everyone was very skeptical of it. Getting it on a plane is such a breakthrough. The only negative issue is that you have to pay for it.
I believe that the internet on planes is a breakthrough because in the last few years communication has became such an important factor in everyone’s daily lives. I can even hardly go without my cell phone. I imagine that most of us have been on a plane wanting to communicate with a person in our life, whether it is someone in your family, a friend, or co-worker, and we all know that we can’t use our cell phones on the plane. It will be nice to at least have a chance to get a message out over a plane ride if we really need too. In the article it does state that the pleasure of the internet comes at a price. It always seems that there is a catch somewhere. I believe that paying for the internet on a plane right now is fine, it is new technology. I do hope that in the future the prices will drop or even be free.
It really is remarkable how fast the internet has taken off. Businesses can now expect even more out of their employee’s. No more taking a nap on your flight, it is time to work. Just stay off any web-site that you wouldn’t be on in front of your mother. On the bright side, soon we can all check our Facebook from over 10,000 feet.
Friday, September 4, 2009
California Forest Fire
This article talks about the massive forest fire in California. It has already taken thousands of acres. Man homes and some businesses have been destroyed and many more are in the path of the blazing fires. CNN stated that there are over 3600 fire fighters battling the fire and has charred more than 105,000 acres in southern California. Unfortunately there have been two fire fighters that have already lost their lives from this enormous fire.
My first response to reading this article was, why would these people live in an area where there are forest fires and their two million dollar houses can be destroyed. I bet their insurance is outrageous. After thinking about it, I bet these same people would ask why we live in “tornado alley.”
A fire this size is very dangerous and destructive. With the help from all the fire fighters coming in from all over the country, I believe that they will handle the fire as fast and safely as they possibly can. I was glad to hear Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger declared California in a state of emergency.
We should all be thankful to those who take on the dangerous task of being a fire fighter. They are there to help and sometimes pay the ultimate price doing so
My first response to reading this article was, why would these people live in an area where there are forest fires and their two million dollar houses can be destroyed. I bet their insurance is outrageous. After thinking about it, I bet these same people would ask why we live in “tornado alley.”
A fire this size is very dangerous and destructive. With the help from all the fire fighters coming in from all over the country, I believe that they will handle the fire as fast and safely as they possibly can. I was glad to hear Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger declared California in a state of emergency.
We should all be thankful to those who take on the dangerous task of being a fire fighter. They are there to help and sometimes pay the ultimate price doing so
Kidneys For Sale
http://www.cnn.com/2009/WORLD/meast/09/01/blackmarket.organs/index.html
Nick Rosen a young man in financial need responded to a news paper ad asking for kidney donors. Next thing he knew, he was on a plane to New York. He had his surgery, made twenty grand and flew home. He told CNN that all he had to do was lie to the doctors about his reasoning for the donation. The medical staff at this hospital said that they do not give lie detector test to their patients to find out if they are selling their organs or not, they are doctors not police investigators.
My initial response to this article was, I can’t believe this really goes on! I can see organ trafficking going on in small underdeveloped countries, but not in the United States. It is really hard to believe that there is such a thing as organ brokers in the U.S. What kind of person could do that for a living?
Where I grew up I think this is a very unethical decision. Where did this guy get his morals from? He states that is was no big deal to lie to the doctors. Personally, I think it’s a big deal. Lying to anyone is very unethical, especially in medicine. I’m sure that those doctors had a clue what was going on.
In conclusion, if you’re in need of some extra cash, you can forgo the plasma donation and head straight toward kidney donation! Unfortunately there might be a few consequences with this type of money making scam. Use your best judgement.
Nick Rosen a young man in financial need responded to a news paper ad asking for kidney donors. Next thing he knew, he was on a plane to New York. He had his surgery, made twenty grand and flew home. He told CNN that all he had to do was lie to the doctors about his reasoning for the donation. The medical staff at this hospital said that they do not give lie detector test to their patients to find out if they are selling their organs or not, they are doctors not police investigators.
My initial response to this article was, I can’t believe this really goes on! I can see organ trafficking going on in small underdeveloped countries, but not in the United States. It is really hard to believe that there is such a thing as organ brokers in the U.S. What kind of person could do that for a living?
Where I grew up I think this is a very unethical decision. Where did this guy get his morals from? He states that is was no big deal to lie to the doctors. Personally, I think it’s a big deal. Lying to anyone is very unethical, especially in medicine. I’m sure that those doctors had a clue what was going on.
In conclusion, if you’re in need of some extra cash, you can forgo the plasma donation and head straight toward kidney donation! Unfortunately there might be a few consequences with this type of money making scam. Use your best judgement.
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