Monday, June 13, 2011

what's in The News Today

Citigroup waited three weeks to tell their customers that they were hacked. More than 200,000 credit card customers information have been stolen. The hacker was able to retrieve names, account numbers and contact information including e-mail addresses. The first breach occurred in May and Citigroup did not inform their customers until June 9.

Smith, A. (June 13, 2011). Citigroup said to delay credit card hack report. CNNMoney. Retrieved June 13, 2011, from Citigroup kept quiet on hacked credit card accounts: report - Jun. 13, 2011

 A Teenager was seriously injured when a fueled gel candle exploded. A gel fuel ceramic pot exploded and 14- year- old Michael Hubbard fell victim when he added more liquid (gel) to the ceramic bowl. The gel sticks to the body and causes serious burns. The boy is fighting for his life with 3rd degree burns on his face and he is in grave condition. Two other people have been injured in the last few weeks due to the fuel gel ceramic candle. The company that sells the product is "Napa Home and Garden" sold at "Bed Bath & Beyond."
Leamy, E. (June 13, 2011). Serious Injuries Result When Exploding Ceramic Gel Pots Send Flaming Gel Fuel Flying. abcNews/Money. Retrieved June 13, 2011, from  Serious Injuries Result When Exploding Ceramic Pots Send Flaming Gel Flying - ABC News

Earthquakes rattled Christchurch, New Zealand with a 5.2 magnitude and the second was a 6.0. The two earthquakes shook 90 minutes from each other. More than 180 people died back in February when a 6.3 magnitude struck the same area.

CNNWorld. (June 13, 2011). Earthquakes rock Christchurch, New Zealand. Retrieved June 13, 2011, from Earthquakes rock Christchurch, New Zealand - CNN.com

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