Yahoo sees thrill in news with a trill

"Yahoo is hoping a quirky take on the news will strike a chord as its next original programing effort.The Web giant confirmed Wednesday that it will launch a video project before the end of this quarter that will feature a journalist-cum-crooner who will sing the news.AYahoo...

New York probes 'gas-like odour'

Maybe a coincidence but i noticed that our drinking water had a foul smell to it last night. I think i will switch to bottled for the time being.Authorities in New York are investigating a persistent gas smell across a large part of lower Manhattan.Police said they were...

Trump’s Condo-Hotel Would Violate Zoning and Should Not Be Allowed

 Trump Lies and Violates Zoning:  GVSHP became aware today that the website for Donald Trump’s planned 45-story condo-hotel at Spring and Varick Streets has been soliciting prospective buyers by asking if they plan to use their condo unit as a “primary...

A revamped Yahoo turning to users

In 2001 Yahoo needed to hire a new CEO, deal with execs who were bailing left and right, cut costs, reorganize its internal structure and hone the overall strategy of the company. Almost six years later isn't Yahoo back where it started? Crowd-powered media is catching on....

Startup offers 'neutral' web video outlet

Positioning itself as an independent third party, ClipSyndicate is distributing short-form video clips for Clear Channel and Sinclair stations. Other broadcasters may follow.By Wayne KarrfaltThe National Broadband Co. (NBBC), a joint venture of NBC and its affiliates, is a...

NYC techies predict trends for 2007

"Last night was the year-end edition of the NY Tech Meetup, the monthly event organized by Meetup founder Scott Heiferman. It's a popular local event for the (re)emerging Silicon Alley set, usually drawing a crowd of over 500. One of this month's features was a set of...