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Johnny Manziel’s NFL Combine Results: How Did He Compare?

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 15:43

Former Texas A&M star and Heisman winner Johnny Manziel’s official NFL Combine results are in. The redshirt sophomore quarterback, who decided to forego his final two seasons of eligibility to head for the pros, ran a 4.68 in the 40-yard dash on Sunday and did well in the other drills. Manziel’s speed makes him just a step slower than former number one NFL Draft picks Andrew Luck (40-yard dash time of 4.66) and Cam Newton (40-yard dash time of 4.59).

Sierra Leone Diamond: Gem Valued At $6 Million Unearthed In Kono

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 15:38

One of the poorest countries in the world has discovered one of the most valuable gems in history.
A premium diamond estimated to be worth $6.2 million was unearthed in Kono, Sierra Leone last week. Measuring 153.44 carats, it trumps the one found last year, which measured at 125 carats.

Nokia X Officially Unveiled, Runs Android

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 13:54

For the last month, we’ve heard rumors of a device from Nokia called Normandy. The new smartphone would reportedly run Android. Some thought the idea would be nixed as Microsoft acquired Nokia last year, but it seems that Microsoft is totally fine with it.
Nokia announced this morning at Mobile World Congress that it plans to launch a new family of phone this year called Nokia X. The line is comprised of smartphones that run a forked version of Android with a focus on Microsoft and Nokia services. In other words, you could think of it as a Windows Phone that can run Android apps.

Moviefone To Be Disconnected In Favor Of App

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 13:49

For movie lovers in certain parts of the country, Moviefone has been an entertainment staple for the last 25 years. But with technology advancing rapidly as more and more people rely on smartphones for just about everything, calls to the automated service have declined to the point where it’s now a necessity for the company’s owners to move on just to keep up.

Kiss’ Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame Performance Cancelled

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 13:08

Kiss announced that they won’t be playing during their induction to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, which will be held in New York City on April 10. The decision is the result of a disagreement the band has been having over who will be playing with Gene Simmons and Paul Stanley.

Vitamin D Supplements: Proven Useless?

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 13:03

Vitamin D Supplements have been found practically useless in a new study out of New Zealand which flies in the face of everything that we have been told.
Vitamin D has been thought helpful in the prevention of many diseases and ailments such as heart attack, stroke, and even depression. However, the new study finds that Vitamin D in supplement form, among other supplements, could be totally useless.

50 Cent Celebrates New Audio Line At NASCAR

Submitted by Anonymous (not verified) on Mon, 02/24/2014 - 12:32

An eager and excited 50 Cent was on a mission at Daytona for two reasons – to launch his SMS audio and headphone line and look for somebody to kiss to celebrate the occasion. However, 50 Cent’s foiled attempt at planting a kiss on Fox reporter Erin Andrews did not deter him from looking for someone else; he turned to Swan Racing driver Cole Whitt during a news conference for the NASCAR Daytona 500 Sprint Cup Series.
“I’m going to kiss Cole,” said 50 Cent.