May 14, 2012
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/13/world/americas/mexico-remains/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
Summary: This article discusses the 49 decapitated bodies found on the US/Mexican border. Nearby was a message written that seemed to refer to the Mexican drug cartel known as Zetas. The state security spokesman made it clear to the public that they are not to feel threatened, and that this violence only exists between the drug lords and their minions. It has been said that the bodies were killed in another location, and then dropped off where they were found. There is a possibility that the dead people may have been citizens of another state, or of Central America, considering there weren't many missing persons reports in the last few days. The Zetas and the Gulf cartel have made this area of Mexico their battleground for the last few years. There are more than 47,000 recorded deaths related to drug cartels since 2006.
Newsworthy: Travelers and tourists need to be aware of the danger that resides in Mexico.
Alternate Headline: 49 Decapitated at the Price of the Drug Wars
Question: For what reason do they kill each other?
Monday, May 14, 2012
'The Avengers' expected to top $1 billion worldwide
May 14, 2012
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/13/showbiz/avengers/index.html?hpt=us_c2
Summary: This article discusses the success of The Avengers, a blockbuster that features big-name superheroes all together in one flick. It is expected to reach a gross of $1 million. Disney is very proud of the movie's success and promises more movies. The Avengers is just a reflection of this year's movie success, a 46% increase from last year. Before the Avengers, the Hunger Games was the big success story. Other expected blockbusters include Men In Black III and Pixar's Brave. Also coming out is The Amazing Spider Man and The Dark Knight Rises.
Newsworthy: This article is newsworthy because a lot of us directly contribute to this success.
Alternate Headline: The Avengers is a Super Movie
Question: Does this help the economy?
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/13/showbiz/avengers/index.html?hpt=us_c2
Summary: This article discusses the success of The Avengers, a blockbuster that features big-name superheroes all together in one flick. It is expected to reach a gross of $1 million. Disney is very proud of the movie's success and promises more movies. The Avengers is just a reflection of this year's movie success, a 46% increase from last year. Before the Avengers, the Hunger Games was the big success story. Other expected blockbusters include Men In Black III and Pixar's Brave. Also coming out is The Amazing Spider Man and The Dark Knight Rises.
Newsworthy: This article is newsworthy because a lot of us directly contribute to this success.
Alternate Headline: The Avengers is a Super Movie
Question: Does this help the economy?
Thursday, May 10, 2012
The Greatest Movie Ever Sold
1. What did you learn about advertising and product placement from this movie?
I learned that we are being advertised to constantly, even when we don't know it. Advertisers are a huge part of what sponsors movies and makes them possible to produce.
2. What did you like about this movie?
I liked Morgan Spurlock's attitude. He accepts marketing as a way of life, and sees it as his responsibility to make us aware of it, but not necessarily put it down.
Monday, May 7, 2012
U.S. citizen abducted in Pakistan asks Obama to meet al Qaeda demands
May 7, 2012
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/07/world/asia/pakistan-captured-american/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
Summary: This article discusses a 70-year-old citizen who was captured in Pakistan last year. He is being held hostage, and a video has been released where he pleads for Barack Obama to help him by meeting al Qaeda's demands. Warren Weinstein is the victim, abducted in August from his home in the city of Lahore. al Qaeda assumed responsibility for the capture in December. Eight demands were listed (in exchange for Weinstein's life) by the terrorist organization leader, whose name I will not try to spell. In the video, Weinstein mentions his children as well as Obama's, begging for him to meet the demands - and fast. He also had a message to his wife, that he was "fine and well." The demands are as follows:
1. lifting the blockade on movement of people and trade b/w Egypt and Gaza
2. end to bombing by the US and its allies in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Yemen, Somalia and Gaza
3. the release of anyone arrested on charges of belonging to al Qaeda and the Taliban
4. release of all Guantanamo Bay prisoners
5. along with any other American secret prisons
6. and the closing of these prisons
7. release of terrorists convicted in the `93 bombing of the WTC
8. release of relatives of Osama bin Laden
Weinstein was being protected by three security guards at the time of his capture. Three men acted as if they were taking part in traditional Ramadan behavior by knocking at the front gate and offering food before the fast. The three terrorists forced their way in, while five additional men entered through the back, tying up the guards and duct-taping their mouths. They then forced a guard to lead them to Weinstein's room, where they hit him over the head and forced him from the house and into a car. Three suspects had been arrested, said a police official.
Newsworthy: This story is newsworthy because it could change many things if Obama agrees to some, or all, of the terrorists' demands.
Alternate Headline: Weinstein Begs For Obama's Cooperation with al Qaeda
Question: How will Obama respond to the demands?
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/07/world/asia/pakistan-captured-american/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
Summary: This article discusses a 70-year-old citizen who was captured in Pakistan last year. He is being held hostage, and a video has been released where he pleads for Barack Obama to help him by meeting al Qaeda's demands. Warren Weinstein is the victim, abducted in August from his home in the city of Lahore. al Qaeda assumed responsibility for the capture in December. Eight demands were listed (in exchange for Weinstein's life) by the terrorist organization leader, whose name I will not try to spell. In the video, Weinstein mentions his children as well as Obama's, begging for him to meet the demands - and fast. He also had a message to his wife, that he was "fine and well." The demands are as follows:
1. lifting the blockade on movement of people and trade b/w Egypt and Gaza
2. end to bombing by the US and its allies in Pakistan, Afghanistan, Yemen, Somalia and Gaza
3. the release of anyone arrested on charges of belonging to al Qaeda and the Taliban
4. release of all Guantanamo Bay prisoners
5. along with any other American secret prisons
6. and the closing of these prisons
7. release of terrorists convicted in the `93 bombing of the WTC
8. release of relatives of Osama bin Laden
Weinstein was being protected by three security guards at the time of his capture. Three men acted as if they were taking part in traditional Ramadan behavior by knocking at the front gate and offering food before the fast. The three terrorists forced their way in, while five additional men entered through the back, tying up the guards and duct-taping their mouths. They then forced a guard to lead them to Weinstein's room, where they hit him over the head and forced him from the house and into a car. Three suspects had been arrested, said a police official.
Newsworthy: This story is newsworthy because it could change many things if Obama agrees to some, or all, of the terrorists' demands.
Alternate Headline: Weinstein Begs For Obama's Cooperation with al Qaeda
Question: How will Obama respond to the demands?
Army captain 'knocked forward' during Skype chat, wife says
May 7, 2012
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/06/us/afghanistan-skype-death/index.html?hpt=us_c2
Summary: This article discusses the death of an American soldier stationed in Afghanistan who, during a Skype call with his wife, was shot dead. For two hours the wife of Captain Bruce Kevin Clark watched as he was slumped over the computer, a bullet hole in the closet behind him. During this time, the wife was trying to get her husband help, and claims that it took a full two hours to receive a response. The Skype call from her husband indicated no sense of discomfort or alarm, says Susan Orellana-Clark. The cause of death is still being investigated.
Newsworthy: We need to be made knowledgeable about the war and its casualties.
Alternate Headline: Skype Call Ends in Panic
Question: What will be done to bring better communication from here to Afghanistan?
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/05/06/us/afghanistan-skype-death/index.html?hpt=us_c2
Summary: This article discusses the death of an American soldier stationed in Afghanistan who, during a Skype call with his wife, was shot dead. For two hours the wife of Captain Bruce Kevin Clark watched as he was slumped over the computer, a bullet hole in the closet behind him. During this time, the wife was trying to get her husband help, and claims that it took a full two hours to receive a response. The Skype call from her husband indicated no sense of discomfort or alarm, says Susan Orellana-Clark. The cause of death is still being investigated.
Newsworthy: We need to be made knowledgeable about the war and its casualties.
Alternate Headline: Skype Call Ends in Panic
Question: What will be done to bring better communication from here to Afghanistan?
Monday, April 30, 2012
U.S. lends support in hunt for notorious African warlord
April 30, 2012
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/04/29/world/africa/central-african-republic-kony/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
Summary: This article discusses the warlord Joseph Kony and what the US is doing to capture him. Kony's attempts to overthrow the Ugandan government have been going on for years, and his whereabouts are unknown. US troops have been sent there to find him. About 100 troops were deployed. Due to the lack of cooperation between African countries, Kony has been impossible to capture because he has established strategies that involve crossing borders when the pressure gets high. Their hopes are to not only locate Kony, but also capture him. Maybe this will bring an end to the constant state of fear Ugandans are forced to live in.
Newsworthy: This is newsworthy because it involves our defense.
Alternate Headline: US Lends Hand in Hunt for Kony
Question: What will happen if and when he is captured?
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/04/29/world/africa/central-african-republic-kony/index.html?hpt=wo_c2
Summary: This article discusses the warlord Joseph Kony and what the US is doing to capture him. Kony's attempts to overthrow the Ugandan government have been going on for years, and his whereabouts are unknown. US troops have been sent there to find him. About 100 troops were deployed. Due to the lack of cooperation between African countries, Kony has been impossible to capture because he has established strategies that involve crossing borders when the pressure gets high. Their hopes are to not only locate Kony, but also capture him. Maybe this will bring an end to the constant state of fear Ugandans are forced to live in.
Newsworthy: This is newsworthy because it involves our defense.
Alternate Headline: US Lends Hand in Hunt for Kony
Question: What will happen if and when he is captured?
Dolphin refuses to leave Southern California channel
April 30, 2012
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/04/29/us/california-dolphin-visit/index.html?hpt=us_c2
Summary: This article discusses a dolphin who refuses to leave a channel in Southern California. Observation of the dolphin is baffling marine biologists, for the dolphin seems to be in perfect physical condition but simply refuses to leave its whereabouts. He shows some signs of disorientation, with an abnormal breathing rate. Thinking he was in danger, rescuers attempted to guide him into the harbor, but when two other dolphins arrived he seemed to cower away from them. This was a unique reaction that researchers have never seen in a dolphin before. They are social creatures. Another attempt is going to be made to bring him back into the harbor, but a more defensive one this time that will not allow him to return under the bridge. Hopefully they find out the reason he won't leave that area.
Newsworthy: This is newsworthy because it might be a warning because animals have stronger instincts than humans and can tell when something is coming.
Alternate Headline: Protesting Dolphin Won't Move
Question: Can the dolphin be put alone somewhere safe?
CNN.com
http://www.cnn.com/2012/04/29/us/california-dolphin-visit/index.html?hpt=us_c2
Summary: This article discusses a dolphin who refuses to leave a channel in Southern California. Observation of the dolphin is baffling marine biologists, for the dolphin seems to be in perfect physical condition but simply refuses to leave its whereabouts. He shows some signs of disorientation, with an abnormal breathing rate. Thinking he was in danger, rescuers attempted to guide him into the harbor, but when two other dolphins arrived he seemed to cower away from them. This was a unique reaction that researchers have never seen in a dolphin before. They are social creatures. Another attempt is going to be made to bring him back into the harbor, but a more defensive one this time that will not allow him to return under the bridge. Hopefully they find out the reason he won't leave that area.
Newsworthy: This is newsworthy because it might be a warning because animals have stronger instincts than humans and can tell when something is coming.
Alternate Headline: Protesting Dolphin Won't Move
Question: Can the dolphin be put alone somewhere safe?
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