Weekly Current Event Article, 10/10/12

1. Topic: Google has created a new kind of car that can operate without a driver.

2. Article Title: Self-driving cars now legal in California

3. Article Source: CNN.com

4. Summary: Google has created a car that doesn't require a driver to operate. It uses radars, cameras, and artificial intelligence technologies to drive around safely. This car has a mind of it's own that keeps it's passengers safe while driving around, thus lowering the risk of accidents. This car is ideal for people who are blind, deaf, etc.

5. Reaction: I look forward to the day that this product is approved for manufacturing and public use. I applaud the geniuses at Google who have invented this product, and I encourage them to keep working on this car. I know for sure that everyone will enjoy this product because it is efficient and helpful, especially to those in need. This affects me because I have disabled people in my family who can't drive. If they had this car, they would finally be able to drive me places safely and easily. This car would bring great joy to me and my family.

6. World Impact: This event affects the world in many ways. For instance, it can help people with disabilities. If someone couldn't drive because of a health risk, the Google car can be very beneficial to them. Also, it can help people who are trying to multi-task while driving. Picture this: you're late for work, you have coffee in one hand, your phone in the other hand (trying to text your boss to tell them that you will be at work momentarily), and top of that, you're trying to drive. You might say this is dangerous for regular driving, but with a helpful Google car, all you have to worry about is getting to work as soon as possible, and drinking your delicious cup-o'-joe. The Google car will definitely make many people's lives easier and more efficient.

Thursday Current Event 9/20/12

1. Topic: 
The topic of this article is the new gaming system called the Wii U, which becomes available to the public on November 18, 2012.


2. Article Title: Nintendo's Wii U coming in November


3. Article Source: CNN.com

4. Summary: A new gaming device is being released in November 2012. Basically, it's a portable gaming device with excellent graphics and amazing gaming options. Critics say that this device is perfect for ultimate gamers who love new technology and Nintendo products. Also, this device will allow gamers to watch TV through the highly popular application called Nintendo TVii.

5. Reaction: I think this new product is wonderful! I love playing my Wii games, and for me, this gadget takes gaming to a whole new level. I can take it anywhere, and experience it's greatness on the go. I'm proud of the people at Nintendo for coming up with this nifty gadget. This affects me because it can be used as something to keep me occupied throughout the day. If I had this device, I would most likely never be bored again.

6. World Impact: This impacts the world in multiple ways. This device can give gaming fanatics something to talk about within their circle of gamer-friends. This gadget will be on the front page of newspapers everywhere, and everyone will want to get their hands on one of these cool devices. For all of the Wii lovers, this means that they can take a version of their Wii gaming system anywhere they desire. This event is big in the technology world, and it surely will be added to the list of things that keeps citizens occupied all over the world.