Steve Jobs resigns as CEO of Apple

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- Hurricane Irene pounds Bahamas heads for the U.S. 

- Steve Jobs resigns as CEO of Apple

- Libya rebels hunt Khaddafy

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- Teen drinking, smoking higher among social networking users

- Fast food gets a fresh makeover

- Merriam-Webster dictionary adds new words

 

 


 

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Why doesn't Brian blog anymore?

    Reply#1 - Thu Aug 25, 2011 5:57 PM EDT

    I just saw the report on Job's resigning aired 8/25 and I have to say... Saying that Jobs founded Apple and built the first Apple computer with the help of a "buddy" is totally insulting to the Woz. Steve Wozniac was the real creator of the Apple I. To claim Jobs created it and to not even name the actual creator... thats just really poor research. I expect better from NBC. The Woz is such a nice, humble guy... He'd never call you on your error. So I will do it for him. Shame NBC.

      Reply#2 - Thu Aug 25, 2011 7:16 PM EDT

      Brian, you and all in New York are in my prayers as Hurricane Irene heads there,

      and I hope She blows out. Excellent reporting by Richard Engel, as always.

      Perhaps Ted Turner could give the rebels 1 billion as he gave the U.N. 1 billon.

      and he could write it off. Or if my DNA proves that I am the reincarnation of

      Anastasis the Bank of England can give the 1 Billion to them:o) My

      imagination is as vivid as your purple-striped tie; quite eyecatching We

      have a new flat-screen tv and the colors are so bright. Be safe. Phyllis

        Reply#3 - Thu Aug 25, 2011 7:31 PM EDT

        Good Evening Mr.Williams, A great broadcast this evening. Good to see you this evening for the broadcast. I hope you and everyone stays extra safe and well during the storm this weekend. Ominous reports by all the weather forecasters predicting how bad the weather for the Eastern Seaboard!

        Please Keep Extra Safe and Well Mr.Williams and Everyone in Hurricane Irene's

        path.

        Peace to You and to All!

        Lisa

          Reply#4 - Thu Aug 25, 2011 8:06 PM EDT

          Good Evening Again Mr.Williams, All the reporters covering the path of Hurricane Irene are doing a great job. One hopes the storm does not cause too much damage to any of the areas in its pathway.

          The reports by Mr.Roker from Duck, Island NC showed a beach totally deserted as people have chosen to heed the warnings and evacuate the area to safe ground. All the warnings up and down the Eastcoast shows hwo many millions of people are affected by the storm.

          Seeing Lilia Luciano reporting from the Bahamas as the hurricane hit revealed how strong the winds along with heavy rain and sleet. Much damage seems to have be done as trees and structures like signs have fallen.

          The report by Mr.Potter frm Nags Head, NC showed similar preparations as Duck, Island as people are leaving the area quickly.

          And the report by Michelle Franzen fron Asbury Park,NJ where Governor Christie is stating mandatory evacuations are necessary for residents.

          All the areas in danger of high winds, heavy rain and storm surge which could reach several feet in some States.

          And of course New York City which could be hard hit by damaging winds and flooding. Shutting down all mass transit and many other things. Terrible situation for New York City and one hopes it passes quickly.

          On another note the report by Richard showing the tunnels underneath Qadhafi's compound were truly interesting. Tunnels going on for miles along with seeing his bedroom, jacuzzi, central media command center and the balcony where he spoke to his supporters. Much destruction caused by all the bombings. A vast network of tunnels that could possibly have helped Qadhafi escape from the rebels. Also, Stephanie Gosk showing other parts of the tunnels and the destroyed golf cart. Incredible.

          Thank You for the broadcast Mr.Williams. Peace to You and to All!

          Stay Extra,Extra Safe and Well Richard! Incredible Reporting from Tripoli!

          Take Extra,Extra Good Care Richard and Crew!

          Lisa

            Reply#5 - Thu Aug 25, 2011 8:30 PM EDT

            With all this new technology we have now, it's seems like it sets everybody off in a tizzy! Although with a Hurricane coming it's much better to be prepared than no preparation at all. Everyone within the New York area seems to be forgetting Hurricane Gloria in 1985 which hit the city really hard. Yet, I think within all the articles I've been reading about the oncoming storm I think it's just been mentioned once.

            It was on a Friday, started early in the morning, some of my co-workers did make in to midtown to the office that day although I didn't even bother to try and not surprisingly they made it home, I'm sure with some delays of course, Now the MTA is talking about shutting down almost all their service, today is Thursday and all the forecasters are saying it's not expected to hit until Sunday. Why all the hoopla today instead of Saturday if not tomorow which is even closer to the expected day? I hope whatever the intensity the hurricane will be I hope it won't be as bad as Gloria, at least in my then neighborhood and surrounding area of Queens there were trees that broke the sidewalk with their roots because they're so old, I think the next time I ever hear a massive tree fall and collapse equivalent to the noise I remember during Hurricane Gloria I would have to be in Yosemite or some other National Park. Hope it doesn't get that point on Sunday.

              Reply#6 - Thu Aug 25, 2011 9:06 PM EDT

              Dick Cheney thinks Americans haven't read the 25th Amendment which shows his letter was unnecessary. The few released information of Cheney's book clears up Dick is insane and should be put away in a mental hospital much like Gaddafi. Just think we have seen many insane Dictators but we had an insane Vice President who admittedly committed War Crimes but now he can use the insanity defense when charged by the United Nations.

              I feel sorry for the people of Virginia who got hit with the earthquake, tornadoes and now Irene only to hear their Rep. Cantor say their on their own. Cantor quickly gave aid to Israel and other countries with taxpayers money but now is denying the taxpayer. Cantor is a piece of work as he demands people pay higher taxes for no service but is fighting for the Wealthy/Corporations to pay no taxes. Back go where we started TAXATION WITH NO REPRESENTATION.

              We're learning how many friends Gaddafi had in the US Government. Connie Rice was Gaddafi's favorite, McCain/Graham offered Gaddafi US weapons and Dick Cheney and George W. Bush were close friends with Gaddafi. Well that about says it all and explains why so much crime was going on. Just think if President Obama had not reopen the search for Bin Laden, Osama would be living safely at his million dollar home watching the news and David Letterman/Jon Stewart Shows.

              Let's hope Irene isn't going hit and moves out to sea. What a vacation I've had this year.

              Have a great evening all

                Reply#7 - Thu Aug 25, 2011 11:24 PM EDT

                Washington Journal started with the story about Cantor and the possible funding for any Irene damage this morning. The coffee wasn't ready so I missed the source of the story. Near as I can tell it's started from an extreme leftist site called Talking Points Memo. So now it's "never let a pre-crisis go to waste"?

                  #7.1 - Fri Aug 26, 2011 8:19 AM EDT

                  Cantor is going to ask for funding for is wealthy district that got hit with the earthquake because the mansions don't have earthquake coverage. Governor McDonnell called the President for funding for the State as Congress refuses to allow any money unless Obama agrees to end Federal Programs, Social Security, Medicaid and the Health Care.

                  Ron Paul said Americans shouldn't get help and we would do better if we went back to the way things were in 1900. I remember my grandmother talking about those old days and things have really charged in 111 years, but I guess Mr. Paul liked those old days.

                    #7.2 - Sun Aug 28, 2011 3:09 PM EDT

                    Everybody knows Ron Paul is crazy!!!!!

                      #7.3 - Sun Aug 28, 2011 3:47 PM EDT
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