Story published by Cammeron Neely in the School section on Friday, Dec 18, 2009 at approximately 19:40 PM
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This holiday season if you’re looking to give a gift to a movie goer, you should check these movies out. A great family movie that has come out on DVD is "G-Force", an action comedy where highly trained guinea pigs are the stars. The F.B.I guinea pig agents are sure to entertain your younger friends or family members. If you’re shopping .... Read more |
Story published by Marissa Friedman in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:59 PM
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For Children Sesame Street: A Celebration of 40 Years of Life on the Street For Children: Are your kids a fan of Sesame Street? The most beloved children's show of all time is turning 40! This celebration of four decades of groundbreaking educational programming invites you along the journey in a book as lively, energetic, and appealing .... Read more |
Story published by dequawnta raspberry in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:41 PM
| The holidays are coming quick and you don't know what to get your girlfriend. Here are a few things that you can get her to make her happy. It's said that diamonds are a girl’s best friend. Women go crazy over jewelry. Diamonds, rubies, sapphires, emeralds, or any other gemstone will show how precious she is to you. If you really want to .... Read more |
Story published by Leea Davis in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:33 PM
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Looking for a nice party outfit for the holidays for a fashionista? Stores like Wetseal, Charlotte Russe, Macy's, Forever 21, and Nordstrom all have a very good selection of clothes. They range from party dresses to nice dress pants for the holidays. Items like little red dresses, clutches, pointed toe heels, flats, dress pants, button ups and .... Read more |
Story published by Cammeron Neely in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:30 PM
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This holiday season if you have a special person who loves food and is stuck at work, the hospital, or just stuck alone at home, brighten up their holiday season with a gift from Edible Arrangements. These delightful treats are fruits that are assembled into a plethora of beautiful arrangements. The fruits that are included in these arrangement .... Read more |
Story published by Marissa Friedman in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:22 PM
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Have a friend who pampers their dog? Then the Popware for Pets Collapsible Travel Cup and Feeder is perfect for them. This collapsible serving dish and water bowl folds up easily for convenience and can provide all the comforts of home while on the go. At $24.99 this gift won't break the bank, either. The Popware for Pets Collapsible Travel C .... Read more |
Story published by Cammeron Neely in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:18 PM
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Story published by Norcara Moye in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:13 PM
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Apple's second smallest mp3 player, the iPod Nano, is small and sleek but combines a video camera, a music player, FM radio, a personal DJ, and a pedometer all in one. This newer generation of Nanos can shoot a video anywhere with its built-in camera. It features an FM radio with live pause, which also is built-in. The FM radio allows you to ta .... Read more |
Story published by Austin Statfield in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:12 PM
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The game to get this year for the holidays is the new Super Mario Bros for Wii. This is another spin off of the ever so popular Super Mario Bros series but this time it's for the Nintendo Wii system. It can be played with the Wii remote held sideways or along with the knunchuk addition. This is a great game for the whole family that can be en .... Read more |
Story published by Jessica Wright in the School section on Thursday, Dec 17, 2009 at approximately 19:06 PM
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If you are on a budget but still want to give a gift to say you honestly care, personalized gifts are a great choice. Here are a couple of items that could be nice for the holiday. For the women: *a Knotted Couture Monogrammed Quilted Tote Bag for $20.00 that has the recipient’s first or last initial. *A Red Personalized Jewelry Box wit .... Read more |
Story published by Rebecca Chan in the College section on Tuesday, Dec 08, 2009 at approximately 20:34 PM
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Story published by Austin Statfield in the World section on Monday, Dec 07, 2009 at approximately 20:35 PM
| Popular baby names are always influenced by yearly cultural trends. It is always interesting to know the most common names in the world. Here are the names that have been most frequently used from 2007 to 2009. America's most popular names for boys are Jacob, Michael, Ethan, Joshua, Daniel, Alexander, and Anthony. The most popular names .... Read more |
Story published by Cammeron Neely in the U.S. section on Tuesday, Nov 17, 2009 at approximately 19:16 PM
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First Lady Michelle Obama will be seen on the Food Network hosting Iron Chef America in early 2010. It has recently been announced that first lady Michelle Obama will be hosting the increasingly popular show, Iron Chef America, on The Food Network. This episode will air on January 3, 2010, as a two hour special. A wide variety of celebr .... Read more |
Story published by Marissa Friedman in the World section on Monday, Nov 09, 2009 at approximately 19:04 PM
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Tourists on holiday in the Australian state of Queensland have been warned to stay out of the water by authorities who fear a giant six-meter long shark might be prowling the coast. Concerns were raised when a three-meter great white shark was found dead with two bites taken out of its body.The three-meter shark was almost bitten in half. .... Read more |
Story published by Cammeron Neely in the U.S. section on Friday, Oct 30, 2009 at approximately 18:23 PM
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Mainstream teen USA and gangsta rapper Lil’ Wayne expects to be put behind bars after he pleaded guilty to attempted weapon possession. Lil’ Wayne (born Dwayne Carter) who had previously pleaded not guilty to his attempted weapon possession accusation, decided to plead guilty last Thursday. If he had been convicted after pleading not guilty .... Read more |
Story published by Norcara Moye in the U.S. section on Tuesday, Oct 27, 2009 at approximately 18:42 PM
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This year’s fall fashions start way back in the eighties and incorporate an edgier and more risqué side. At the same time, flirty florals, statement-making scarves, rebel gems & second-skin denim, complement this year’s fashions. The eighties revolution brings back loud neon colors, daring shoulders and immense gold chains. On the flip side, f .... Read more |
Story published by Alexis Moore in the World section on Friday, Oct 23, 2009 at approximately 18:20 PM
| The popular social networking website, Facebook, has had enormous reviews and network ratings but can also be dangerous. Though Facebook may be full of social fun, it can also be dangerous. This site is known for scams and profile hacking. Facebook has had numerous scams from people offering gift certificates, pop ups, etc. Scammers can use .... Read more |
Story published by Austin Statfield in the U.S. section on Thursday, Oct 22, 2009 at approximately 18:44 PM
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There are many games coming out for the Wii. Below are some of the top games coming out for the fall season. Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Smash-Up Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles is now a four player fighting game that has nothing to do with the show or movies but is still family fun. Platform: Nintendo Wii Publisher: UbiSoft Category .... Read more |
Story published by Leea Davis in the World section on Thursday, Oct 22, 2009 at approximately 18:38 PM
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Marc Jacobs brings back the era of 1980's/90's in his spring/summer collection. Marc Jacobs, at Paris Fashion Week proved that what goes around comes around. The American designer bought the flavor of the 1980's/90's New Age for his new spring/summer 2010 collection for Louis Vuitton. 55 models strutted their way down the runway to the el .... Read more |
Story published by Marissa Friedman in the Community section on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2009 at approximately 20:11 PM
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Boo! There are many haunted houses opening their creaky doors this month to chill your spine and darken your nightmares. Below you can get the low down on the creepiest haunted houses in Metro Detroit. There are lots of frights and sights that await you. Read on if you dare! Are you someone looking for a real scare? Check out Erebus lo .... Read more |
Story published by Brianna Adkins in the School section on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2009 at approximately 19:28 PM
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On Friday, September 18th, 2009, about 70 Oakland Early College students gathered in the H building on OCC’s Orchard Ridge campus for the 2nd annual Kick Off Dance. An array of students varying from grades 9-13 amassed for a night filled with loud music and lively dancing with their friends. Beginning at 6 pm and carrying on until 10, this wa .... Read more |
Story published by Cammeron Neely in the U.S. section on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2009 at approximately 18:49 PM
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Although it was a bit of a surprise, Barack Hussein Obama was still awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for international diplomacy and cooperation between people. On Friday, October 9th, 2009 it was announced that the 44th president of the United States of America, Barack Obama, had won the Nobel Peace Prize "for his extraordinary efforts to stre .... Read more |
Story published by Brice Pippins in the World section on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2009 at approximately 18:11 PM
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After all of the controversy over her gender, Caster Semenya has been allowed to keep her medal for now. The young 18 year-old won a gold medal at this year’s world championships. Soon after the incident, she was questioned about her gender. A gender test showed that she is intersex, a type of DSD or developmental sex disorder. An intersex .... Read more |
Story published by Cammeron Neely in the U.S. section on Tuesday, Oct 20, 2009 at approximately 01:09 AM
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Movies with hype like “Transformers” disappoint while anticipated sleepers like “17 Again” pleasantly surprise. While summer is the time to release blockbusters, dramas, and comedies, fall signals the time when summer movies start rolling out their DVDs. Some of the movies that have already been released include “17 Again” and “X-Men Origin .... Read more |
Story published by Jessica Wright in the U.S. section on Monday, Oct 19, 2009 at approximately 18:36 PM
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ABC: Returning Shows "Dancing With The Stars" It is week one again. By the end of this first episode, the first two pair of dancers will be eliminated. During the show, the cast of Broadway's “The Lion King” performs. Don’t miss this new episode Sept 23, 2009 at 8/7c. "Desperate Housewives" In this episode, Mike’s b .... Read more |
Story published by Marissa Friedman in the Community section on Friday, Oct 16, 2009 at approximately 19:51 PM
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The leaves are turning from green to bright fall colors, and school is back in session. Wondering how to enjoy the fall season? Head out to an apple orchard where you can pick apples, drink cider, and eat donuts. Check out the list below to find an apple orchard, and a list of facts you may want to know before you go. Happy fall! Erwin’s .... Read more |
Story published by Rebecca Chan in the College section on Friday, Oct 16, 2009 at approximately 18:38 PM
| By Dequawnta Raspberry Second Year OEC Student Many people have been anticipating the grand opening of the OCC bakery. It is run by the culinary arts students of OCC. The bakery offers a wide variety of pastries such as mint chocolate chip cookies, chocolate chip walnut cookies, many pies, muffins, sticky buns, and cakes. The bakery will be .... Read more |
Story published by Leea Davis in the U.S. section on Friday, Oct 16, 2009 at approximately 18:20 PM
| Kanye West vs. Taylor Swift “I’m sorry, but Beyonce had one of the best movies of all time,” Kanye West said, interrupting Taylor Swift as she was giving her acceptance speech for Best Female Video. Beyonce sat there in disbelief and in shock. Later in the evening, when Beyonce received the award for video of the year, she let Taylor Swift h .... Read more |
Story published by Rebecca Chan in the School section on Tuesday, Oct 13, 2009 at approximately 18:26 PM
| By Mariama Weaver 3rd year OEC student Now that the school year has already started, Student Government has begun organizing events for OEC. This year’s student government elections are coming up in a few weeks. In preparation, candidates will be giving speeches at Town Meeting on Friday. Elections will take place through the Focus class .... Read more |