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Nintendo bets on Wii U to reverse profit slide
Mama Mia, Mario! Nintendo is competing with the Xbox, PlayStation 3 and Angry Birds and its earnings are down! The Wii used to be the hottest game system in town, but Nintendo’s new 3DS has not been such a hit. Recently, the 3DS dropped in price from $250 to $169, cutting into Nintendo’s profits. Even worse, there have been reports that the 3D game system makes gamers dizzy and nauseous. Not fun times. The company has been in slumps before. The Gamecube was ridiculed for being a kid’s game system before the company turned it around with the Wii. Now Nintendo is resting its hopes on the Wii U controller, which looks like a tablet….
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Demi Moore hospitalized: substance abuse?
Demi Moore has been hospitalized after reportedly having a seizure. Her rep says it’s exhaustion. But gossip say the cause may be anorexia or substance abuse. Radar Online says anorexia is to blame. Since her divorce from Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore has appeared gaunt and haggard, leading to speculation that she is suffering from an eating disorder. TMZ reported that Demi Moore Moore was “hospitalized after doing whip-its.” Either way, the stress from her divorce from Ashton Kutcher is likely a contributing factor. Fans point to the fact that Demi has kept her @mrskutcher Twitter handle for the time being as a sign that she still hasn’t gotten over Ashton. While Demi is suffering, Ashton…
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Super Bowl 2012 commercials: how to shoot a viral ad
The Vince Lombardi trophy isn’t the only thing at stake when the New England Patriots face the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI. This year, like every year, advertisers will be vying for the hearts and smiles of the big game’s equally big television audience with a slew of big-budget commercials. The ever-growing average cost of a 30-second spot during this year’s Super Bowl is valued at $3.5 million, and viewers have come to demand a commensurate entertainment experience. Product-makers haven’t let them down much in the past, what with talking frogs from Budweiser, a talking baby from E*trade, and of course a little old lady who couldn’t seem to find the beef, courtesy…
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Super Bowl 2012: Patriots, Giants meet again
Super Bowl XLVI on Feb. 5 pits the New York Giants against the New England Patriots in a rematch of Super Bowl XLII in 2008, when the wild-card Giants stunned the previously undefeated Patriots 17-14 in one of the biggest upsets in the history of American sports. The Giants entered Super Bowl XLII as 12-point underdogs against the Patriots, the first NFL team to post a perfect regular-season record since the 1972 Miami Dolphins. But Eli Manning out-dueled Tom Brady and became the first quarterback to throw two go-ahead touchdowns in the 4th quarter of a Super Bowl. This year the teams are more evenly matched, with the Patriots opening as 3.5-point favorites. New York…
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Gingrich upsets Romney in South Carolina
Newt Gingrich’s stunning victory over Mitt Romney in the South Carolina primary has breathed new life into the 2012 race for the Republican presidential nomination. Despite a scandalous interview given by Gingrich’s second ex-wife to ABC, the former speaker of the House has firmly established himself as the leading anti-Romney candidate. Erstwhile frontrunner and shoo-in for the candidacy Mitt Romney has been dogged by one controversy after another, from having to defend his time at Bain Capital to accusations of dragging his feet over releasing his tax returns. Most importantly, many evangelical voters simply do not trust a Mormon with a moderate record as governor of Massachusetts when he says he would be faithful to…
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Nintendo bets on Wii U to reverse profit slide
Mama Mia, Mario! Nintendo is competing with the Xbox, PlayStation 3 and Angry Birds and its earnings are down! The Wii used to be the hottest game system in town, but Nintendo’s new 3DS has not been such a hit. Recently, the 3DS dropped in price from $250 to $169, cutting into Nintendo’s profits. Even worse, there have been reports that the 3D game system makes gamers dizzy and nauseous. Not fun times. The company has been in slumps before. The Gamecube was ridiculed for being a kid’s game system before the company turned it around with the Wii. Now Nintendo is resting its hopes on the Wii U controller, which looks like a tablet….
Demi Moore hospitalized: substance abuse?
Demi Moore has been hospitalized after reportedly having a seizure. Her rep says it’s exhaustion. But gossip say the cause may be anorexia or substance abuse. Radar Online says anorexia is to blame. Since her divorce from Ashton Kutcher, Demi Moore has appeared gaunt and haggard, leading to speculation that she is suffering from an eating disorder. TMZ reported that Demi Moore Moore was “hospitalized after doing whip-its.” Either way, the stress from her divorce from Ashton Kutcher is likely a contributing factor. Fans point to the fact that Demi has kept her @mrskutcher Twitter handle for the time being as a sign that she still hasn’t gotten over Ashton. While Demi is suffering, Ashton…
Super Bowl 2012 commercials: how to shoot a viral ad
The Vince Lombardi trophy isn’t the only thing at stake when the New England Patriots face the New York Giants in Super Bowl XLVI. This year, like every year, advertisers will be vying for the hearts and smiles of the big game’s equally big television audience with a slew of big-budget commercials. The ever-growing average cost of a 30-second spot during this year’s Super Bowl is valued at $3.5 million, and viewers have come to demand a commensurate entertainment experience. Product-makers haven’t let them down much in the past, what with talking frogs from Budweiser, a talking baby from E*trade, and of course a little old lady who couldn’t seem to find the beef, courtesy…
Super Bowl 2012: Patriots, Giants meet again
Super Bowl XLVI on Feb. 5 pits the New York Giants against the New England Patriots in a rematch of Super Bowl XLII in 2008, when the wild-card Giants stunned the previously undefeated Patriots 17-14 in one of the biggest upsets in the history of American sports. The Giants entered Super Bowl XLII as 12-point underdogs against the Patriots, the first NFL team to post a perfect regular-season record since the 1972 Miami Dolphins. But Eli Manning out-dueled Tom Brady and became the first quarterback to throw two go-ahead touchdowns in the 4th quarter of a Super Bowl. This year the teams are more evenly matched, with the Patriots opening as 3.5-point favorites. New York…
Gingrich upsets Romney in South Carolina
Newt Gingrich’s stunning victory over Mitt Romney in the South Carolina primary has breathed new life into the 2012 race for the Republican presidential nomination. Despite a scandalous interview given by Gingrich’s second ex-wife to ABC, the former speaker of the House has firmly established himself as the leading anti-Romney candidate. Erstwhile frontrunner and shoo-in for the candidacy Mitt Romney has been dogged by one controversy after another, from having to defend his time at Bain Capital to accusations of dragging his feet over releasing his tax returns. Most importantly, many evangelical voters simply do not trust a Mormon with a moderate record as governor of Massachusetts when he says he would be faithful to…
Google’s new search feature is bad for you
Last week, Google launched a new feature called Search, Plus Your World. When you’re signed into your Google account and perform a Google search, the results will return photos, videos and other content from Google services. Basically, Google is attempting to expand its online dominance. Comparisons are being made to what Microsoft did that resulted in an anti-trust case in 1998.
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‘Captain Coward’ Schettino most hated man in Italy
Francesco Schettino, captain of the sunken Italian cruise ship Costa Concordia, is the most hated man in Italy. Captain Schettino’s recklessness may have doomed the Costa Concordia, which hit a reef and capsized near the island of Giglio. Just as damning is Francesco Schettino’s behavior after the Costa Concordia ran aground. First, he tried to downplay the seriousness of Costa Concordia’s problems to the authorities. Then he boarded a lifeboat and abandoned ship, leaving behind hundreds of passengers. The Italian coast guard ordered Schettino to return to the ship and participate in the rescue operation. Schettino responded that it was too dark and that another lifeboat was blocking him. He then headed for land and…
Tebow goes biblical on Steelers, shows up haters
Critics have crucified Denver Broncos quarterback Time Tebow for his inconsistent play and over-the-top displays of faith, which have resulted in the national phenomenon known as Tebowing. But Tebow is getting the job done. On Sunday, he threw an 80-yard TD pass in overtime to Demaryius Thomas to upset the Pittsburgh Steelers in the AFC wild card playoff game. Tebow threw for 316 yards, averaging 31.6 yards per pass. The national TV rating hit 31.6 when he threw the winning touchdown. This prompted his fans to wonder if his victory was divine destiny, as one of Tebow’s favorite Bible passages is John 3:16. It was the highest-rated wild-card game in 24 years. Take that Tebow…
Kim Jong-il dead, North Korea’s future uncertain
North Korean leader Kim Jong-il is dead. State media reported the Dear Leader died on Saturday due to “great mental and physical strain” while on a “high-intensity field inspection.” Kim Jong-il was 69 years old. News of Kim Jong-il’s death prompted a great outpouring of public grief, though North Koreans could hardly be expected to display any other kind of emotion in the tightly managed Stalinist state. Kim’s son, the 20-something Kim Jong-un aka the Bright Leader, is the heir apparent. But the younger Kim is not secure in his power and the elder Kim’s death could result in a dangerous power vacuum in what is arguably the world’s most dangerous flashpoint and potentially embroil…
Ndamukong Suh stomps player, ejected, suspended
Detroit Lions defensive tackle Ndamukong Suh will likely be suspended for at least two games after he stomped on Green Bay Packers’ offensive lineman Evan Dietrich-Smith in Detroit’s annual Thanksgiving Day game and was ejected. A first-round draft pick out of Nebraska last year, Suh has already established himself as the “dirtiest player” in the league, according to a poll of fellow players conducted by the Sporting News. The former Husker has nine personal fouls in his first two years, a league record, and has been fined a total of $42,500. If Suh is suspended, he would lose $82,000 per game in lost salary. ENGLISH:
Joe Paterno fired: scandal shakes Penn State
Famed Penn State University football coach Joe Paterno has been fired as a shocking abuse scandal tears through the campus. The pressure was on Paterno since the arrest of Athletic Director Tim Curley and another administrator, Gary Schultz. They are charged with lying to a grand jury and failing to report claims that a former football coordinator abused several young boys. Paterno also knew of the activity, but wasn’t charged with a crime. At the center of the scandal is Jerry Sandusky, 67, who is facing 40 counts of various forms of abuse. Prosecutors say he was involved with eight boys between 1994 and 2009. Some sources claim there may be as many as 17…
Grand Theft Auto 5 Trailer
NMA gives you the low-down on what we think the latest edition of the successful video game series will entail. Check out our version of Grand Theft Auto 5!
Weather Girls
Friday Weather Girl: Naomi
Oh, it’s Friday … Friday … Watch Naomi and sigh day. Check out behind-the-scenes photos of the girls and the rest of the new, improved Weather Girls on their Facebook page. Watch more Weather Girls forecasts for the US and Taiwan on Next TV.
Thursday Weather Girl: Lilian
We have such a lovely weather in Taipei today! Come dance with the similarly lovely Lilian! Check out behind-the-scenes photos of the girls and the rest of the new, improved Weather Girls on their Facebook page. Watch more Weather Girls forecasts for the US and Taiwan on Next TV.
Wednesday Weather Girl: Mimi
We know you love Mimi. Mimi loves you too. On this third hump day of the new year, tell Mimi how much you love her moves! Check out behind-the-scenes photos of the girls and the rest of the new, improved Weather Girls on their Facebook page. Watch more Weather Girls forecasts for the US and Taiwan on Next TV.
Tuesday Weather Girl: Mia
Check out behind-the-scenes photos of the girls and the rest of the new, improved Weather Girls on their Facebook page. Watch more Weather Girls forecasts for the US and Taiwan on Next TV.
Monday Weather Girl: Dara
It’s the first day of Chinese New Year!! Mondays don’t have to be blue, especially when you have Weather Girl Dara around! Watch Ninja Dara bust her moves, and tell you all about the weather. Check out behind-the-scenes photos of Dara and the rest of the new, improved Weather Girls on their Facebook page at http://www.facebook.com/WRGirls/. Watch more Weather Girls forecasts for the US and Taiwan here: http://www.nexttv.com.tw/weather/
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