Month: April 2014

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2014 Mercedes-Benz Recalls Cars in US, Canada

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Mercedes-Benz Credit: Mercedes-Benz USA A Mercedes-Benz recall has been initiated by the German car manufacturer on vehicles sold in the United States and Canada. Owners of about 284,000 Mercedes-Benz vehicles are at risk due to the car’s ‘weak electrical connection.’ The faulty connection may result into failed and dimmed tail lights. The unit of Daimler AG is facing its largest car recall in years. Mercedes-Benz recall involves C300, C300 4Matic, C350, and C63 AMG vehicles with model years between 2008 and 2011. These cars were reportedly manufactured from January 26, 2007 to July 13, 2011. According to the German car … Continue reading 2014 Mercedes-Benz Recalls Cars in US, Canada

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NBA’s Adam Silver Bans Donald Sterling (Video)

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NBA Commissioner Adam Silver banned and fined Los Angeles Clippers team owner Donald Sterling on Tuesday, April 29 2014. The decision was handed down by Silver due to Sterling’s racist comments. Watch the following CNN video on NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s decision to ban LA Clippers Donald Sterling. Below is the full statement of Adam Silver. Shortly after the release of an audio recording this past Saturday morning of a conversation that allegedly included Clippers owner Donald Sterling, the NBA commenced an investigation, which among other things, included an interview of Mr. Sterling. That investigation is now complete. The central … Continue reading NBA’s Adam Silver Bans Donald Sterling (Video)

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2015 Hyundai Sonata Introduced at NY Auto Show 2014 (Video)

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Hyundai Sonata 2015 Credit: New York Auto Show 2014 The 2015 Hyundai Sonata made its debut at the 2014 New York International Auto Show that runs from April 18-27. Hyundai Sonata 2015 reportedly refined its 2.4-liter four-cylinders for more responsive feel. It now has a 185 horsepower with its turbo at 245 horsepower. The basic automatic transmission is at six-speed. Check the Hyundai Sonata 2015 video below. Continue reading 2015 Hyundai Sonata Introduced at NY Auto Show 2014 (Video)

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Valeria Lukyanova Workout Video Published on YouTube

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Valeria Lukyanova Credit: YouTube Video grab Valeria Lukyanova is getting much attention again after she posted her workout video on YouTube last April 23, 2014. In the video, the Human Barbie show off her unusually big top and thin waistline and legs. The Youtube video showed the 28-year-old Ukrainian making an outdoor run along the beach and doing her workout inside an unknown gym. Watch the video of Valeria Lukyanova below. Continue reading Valeria Lukyanova Workout Video Published on YouTube

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KBB’s Top 10 Best Green Cars of 2014

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2014 Best Green Cars Credit: KBB The Kelly Blue Book has released its 10 Best Green Cars of 2014. It would be a welcome announcement for those who are in search of the most efficient and value for money car. KBB annually published its well selected and recommended vehicles. The BMW i3 has taken the number one spot in the KBB list for 2014. Below is the complete list of the 2014 Top 10 Best Green Cars according to KBB. 2014 BMW i3 – The all-new, all-electric BMW i3 will scoot to 60 mph in just over 7 seconds and is … Continue reading KBB’s Top 10 Best Green Cars of 2014

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Barack Obama Meets ASIMO, the Japanese Robot (VIDEO)

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US President Barack Obama meets ASIMO Credit: CNN Video grab US President Barack Obama had a face to face meeting with ASIMO at the National Museum of Emerging Science and Innovation, also known as the Miraikan, in the Odaiba District of Tokyo, Japan on Thursday, April 24, 2014. ASIMO is a 55-inch-tall robot created by Honda. He greeted Obama by saying “Welcome to Miraikan, Mr. President, it is a pleasure to meet you.” The US President took a bow on ASIMO and said, “It’s nice to meet you, too.” Watch below the CNN video of ASIMO’s meeting with US President … Continue reading Barack Obama Meets ASIMO, the Japanese Robot (VIDEO)

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Malang Crocodile: Largest Freshwater Crocodile in Captivity (PHOTO)

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Malang crocodile Credit: Willamor A. Magbanua/INQUIRER MINDANAO A crocodile, named Malang, was caught by fishermen from Baranggay Dungguan in M’lang, North Cotabato last April 12, 2014. Reports say that Malang is a Crocodylus mindorensis (Philippine freshwater crocodile), measuring about one third the size of the more popular saltwater crocodile named Lolong. Malang reportedly measures about 2.18 meters long. Ali Hadji Nasser, Central Mindanao Chief of the Protected Areas and Wildlife Division (PAWD) of the Department of Environment and Natural Resources declared that Malang is the largest living freshwater crocodile in captivity. Nasser explained that the previous largest freshwater crocodile was … Continue reading Malang Crocodile: Largest Freshwater Crocodile in Captivity (PHOTO)

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New Florida Sinkhole Opens in The Villages (VIDEO)

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Florida sinkhole Credit: Helicon Property Restoration A new Florida sinkhole opened at a residential community called The Villages on Saturday, April 19, 2014. The latest sinkhole in the Florida state is the second to open up within a month. Officials say that the Florida sinkhole is measuring about 25-foot-long and 50-foot-deep. No injury was reported and affected residents were immediately evacuated from the area. Helicon Property Restoration was reportedly tasked to refill and secure the new Florida sinkhole. Watch the latest Florida sinkhole below. More news about the Florida sinkhole will be posted on this site once they are made … Continue reading New Florida Sinkhole Opens in The Villages (VIDEO)

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NBA Playoffs 2014: First Round, First Day Results

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NBA Playoffs 2014 results Credit: NBA.com The first day of the 2014 National Basketball Association (NBA) Playoffs had three teams, enjoying homecourt advantage, found themselves in the losing end. It’s just one game, but it can change the face of the first round of the NBA Playoffs. NBA Playoffs 2014: Pacers vs. Hawks Credit: @NBA on Twitter Indiana Pacers, the top-seeded Eastern Conference team, lost big-time to the eight-seeded Atlanta Hawks, 101-93. It was only the first game of the post-season and the Pacers already lost the homecourt that it was fighting for during the entire regular season. Did they … Continue reading NBA Playoffs 2014: First Round, First Day Results

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NBA Playoffs 2014: First Round Matchups, Live TV Schedule

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2014 NBA Playoffs Credit: NBA.com The cast for the 2014 NBA Playoffs is now complete. First round matchups was completed on Wednesday night, April 16, 2014. 2014 NBA Playoffs matchups Credit: NBA.com With a 56-26 win-loss record, the Indiana Pacers topped the Eastern Conference. The San Antonio Spurs, with the best regular season record of 62-20, took the homecourt advantage during the entire playoffs and even through the 2014 Finals. Below is the complete schedule and national television for all first-round playoff series as posted at NBA.com. EASTERN CONFERENCE – FIRST ROUND (1) Indiana Pacers vs. (8) Atlanta Hawks Game … Continue reading NBA Playoffs 2014: First Round Matchups, Live TV Schedule

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Rare Baby Camel Ilias at Budapest Zoo (VIDEO)

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Rare baby camel Ilias Credit: A rare baby camel named Ilias made his first public appearance at the Budapest Zoo in Hungary on Tuesday, April 15, 2014. Ilias is from the endangered wild Bactrian or Camelus bactrianus ferus species. The rare baby camel was born last April 9 by Iris, an eight-year-old camel. Below is a video of Ilias, a rare baby camel, who is under the care of the Budapest Zoo according to Zoltan Hanga, a spokesperson for the Zoo. Continue reading Rare Baby Camel Ilias at Budapest Zoo (VIDEO)

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South Korea Ferry Named Sewol Sinks with 459 Passengers

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Sewol Ferry sinks in South Korea Credit: Yonhap The South Korean ferry Sewol reportedly sank off the southern coast on Wednesday, April 16, 2014. Sewol Ferry sinks in South Korea Credit: Yonhap Most of the 459 ferry passengers were high school students out for a trip to Jeju island, a top tourist area in South Korea. Below is a video of the sunken South Korea ferry. Continue reading South Korea Ferry Named Sewol Sinks with 459 Passengers

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Manny Pacquiao regains WBO Welterweight Title vs. Timothy Bradley

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Pacquiao wins vs Bradley Credit: Photo by David Becker/Getty Images The Philippines‘ pride Manny “Pacman” Pacquiao has won over American Timothy Bradley at the MGM Grand Garden in Las Vegas on Saturday night, April 12. (Sunday in Manila) Pacquiao dominated Bradley and won via unanimous decision based on the official scorecards of the judges. The People’s Champ won in 12-rounds with all three judges scoring the bout, 118-110, 116-112, 116-112, for Pacquiao. Below is the round by round result of the Pacquiao vs Bradley rematch. Round 1: Both fighters are very aggressive at the start. Bradley got the better of … Continue reading Manny Pacquiao regains WBO Welterweight Title vs. Timothy Bradley

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Tacko Fall is US Tallest Prep Basketball Player (Videos)

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Tacko Fall, Tallest Prep Basketball player in the US. Credit: Facebook Elhadji Serigne Tacko Diop Fall, nicknamed Taco, is now being considered as the tallest prep basketball player in the US. Fall was from Dakar, Senegal and is now playing for Liberty Christian. Taco reportedly stands between 7-foot-4 and 7-foot-5. He has a wingspan of eight foot and wears a size 22 shoe. He was reportedly Tacko Fall, Tallest Prep Basketball player in the US. Credit: Facebook In a statement, Taco described how people treated him because of his gigantic height. Everywhere I go, people want to take pictures, talk … Continue reading Tacko Fall is US Tallest Prep Basketball Player (Videos)

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Mean Mower by Honda is World’s Fastest Riding Lawnmower (VIDEO)

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Honda Mean Mower is world’s fastest lawnmower Credit: Honda The world’s fastest lawnmower title reportedly belongs to Honda’s Mean Mower boasting a top speed record of 116.57 mph, according to the UK division of Honda. Honda Mean Mower is powered by a 1.0-liter engine from a Honda motorcycle that is almost seven times more powerful than the usual lawnmower. Some of the Mean Mower features include a: six-speed transmission, racing seat, high performance ATV tires, steering rack from a Morris Minor automobile fiberglass cutting deck that lightens the lawnmower blade is powered by electric motors and cuts grass up to … Continue reading Mean Mower by Honda is World’s Fastest Riding Lawnmower (VIDEO)