Articles by Antranig Dereyan
Pi Day: It Isn't Just A Celebration Of 3.14159, But Of 'Superior Memorizers' (VIDEO)
For most people in the world, March 14 is just another day, but for math enthusiast, it means something else entirely--it is Pi Day.
Lance Armstrong Urged By Change Cycling Now Lobbyists To Make Full Confession To U.S. Anti-Doping Agency (VIDEO)
Things just seem to going from bad to worse for the now disgraced Lance Armstrong, who admitted to Oprah Winfrey that he took Performance Enhancing Drugs (PEDs) on the way to winning seven-Tour-de-France titles.
Lufthansa's 102-Airbus-Jet Order Centered Around New Fuel-Efficiency Program
To try and stem the tide of fuel costs, German-based Lufthansa ordered 102-Airbus jets that they claim will improve fuel efficiency of its fleet by allowing the company to replace older aircraft with newer, more fuel-efficient models.
Boeing Dreamliner Update: Is Lithium-Ion Battery Nightmare Over?
With the approval of Boeing's plan to fix the lithium-ion battery by the Federal Aviation Administration, the story is still far from being over.
North Carolina Senate Tries to Force State's Takeover Of Charlotte Douglas International Airport
With record highs in travelers, airports are becoming busier by the day, and now, to combat the crowd, legislators in North Carolina want to turn control of their Charlotte Douglas International Airport from the city, who have run the airport since 1933, to a new, regional airport authority run primarily by representatives of five surrounding counties, the governor and legislative leaders.
Price Is Right' Lawsuit: Brandi Cochran's $7.7 Million Victory Overturned By Judge With New Trial Order
It appears that for Brandi Cochran, a former "Price Is Right" model, the price is "not" right.
Jeff Gordon Prank: NASCAR Driver Tricks Used Car Salesman With Crazy Chevy Camaro Stunt (PHOTO/VIDEO)
NASCAR driver, Jeff Gordon, in the latest video-gone-viral, is seen in disguise taking a test drive at a car dealership doing dangerous stunts and causing the salesman, who was sitting in the passenger seat, to fear for his life.
New Pope: Jorge Bergoglio, Named Pope Francis, Will Usher In New Age Of Simplicity
Not even 12 hours on the job, the new Pope, Jorge Bergoglio, now named Pope Francis, started his first day on the job praying for guidance as he looks for a way to navigate a Roman Catholic Church mired in intrigue, scandal and in recent years, sex abuse by priests, into a new age of simplicity and humility.
Lamar And Khloe Puppy: Realty Star Welcomes New Addition To Family (PHOTO)
With sister Kourtney having two babies and other sister Kim expecting her first child with rapper Kayne West, the wife of Los Angeles Clipper forward, Lamar Odom, Khloe Kardashian-Odom announced a new addition to her family, via Twitter.
US Airways And American Airlines Preparing For 'Inevitable' On-The-Ground Issues During Merger Process
Assuming that the US Airways/American Airlines merger does get approved by the government, it will still have many hurdles to jump over, in order to be sucessful.
Golfer Sinkhole: Missouri Man, Mark Mihal, Lives After Being Swallowed up by 18-Foot Sand Trap (PHOTO) (VIDEO)
Next time the term "sand trap" comes up in conversation, don't take the term lightly. You could end up in a sink-hole, just like Mark Mihal, a 43-year-old mortgage broker from Creve Couer, Missouri, fell into, while on the 14th hole at Annbriar Golf Course in Waterloo.
'Killer Dolphins' Escape Ukrainian Navel Base During Training Exercise [VIDEO]
In 1973 a crack commando unit of "killer dolphins (yes, you heard right) was created to seek mines and retrieve objects from the seafloor, but now, that unit of five have gone AWOL.
Wrestler Throws Medal In Garbage: University Of Iowa Senior, Matt McDonough, Upset At Finishing Second
When it comes to medalling, everyone remembers who won and the third place finisher always feels good that at least he got something, but, for university of Iowa senior Matt McDonough, a three-time All-American wrestler, it appears he would rather have nothing than the second-place medal he won at a last weekend's Big Ten tournament.
Halle Berry Dress On Leno: Bond Girl's See-Through Frock Distracts 'Tonight Show' Host
During her appearance on Jay Leno's "Tonight Show" on Tuesday, "X-Men" star Halle Berry, promoting her up-coming movie, "The Call.," distracted Leno with her dress, or, lack thereof.
FAA Gives Boeing Approval To Fix Dreamliner Battery
After nearly a month of waiting for approval, the Federal Aviation Administration, on Tuesday, upon a comprehensive review of Boeing's plan, has given the aircraft maker FAA authorization to go ahead with their certification plan for the 787 Dreamliner's lithium-ion battery system and start air testing.
Carnival Cruise CEO Gerry Cahill Vows Changes In Wake Of Ship Fires
In the wake of the fires on their Triumph and Splendor ships, Carnival Cruise's CEO Gerry Cahill, on Wednesday, told attendees of the annual Cruise Shipping Miami conference that the company had started a comprehensive review of its entire fleet.
Holland America Introduces Two New Asian Itineraries Sailing Out of Singapore
With cruise ships all around the industry offering sales, rolling out new ships and adding new destinations to its itineraries, it is time for Holland America to step up to the plate and with the announcement of two Asia stops, they have done just that.
Rock Band Weezer To Headline Second Carnival Cruise In Feb. 2014 [VIDEO]
Monday's announcement that the Grammy Award-winning alternative rock band, Weezer, will be going out on their second cruise tour with Carnival starting early 2014, proves that the cruise industry is still dominated by the theme gimmick.
Yankees Brokeback Mountain: ESPN Commentator, Doug Glanville, Compares Team's Injuries To 2009 Oscar-Winning Film About Gay Cowboys [VIDEO]
One of the oldest teams in baseball has been dealing with a lieu of injuries and the impeding retirement of, as one sports critic, Craig Carton states, "the greatest closer to play the game," in Marino Rivera, but what ESPN's commentator Doug Glanville compared it too, came right out of left field.
Matt Lauer On Ann Curry: 'Today' Host Blames NBC for Mishandeling of Situation
When it comes to NBC's "Today" show and former co-host Ann Curry, the company's $20-million-a-year man Matt Lauer, has kept out of the discussion for eight months, but now, he is broken the silence.
Sharon Stone Sued: 'Basic Instinct' Star Accused by Maid of Harassment and Retaliation
Sharon Stone hasn't been in the limelight for some time now, but in the past week, she has made a few headlines.
Steven Tyler Car: Aerosmith Frontman and Former 'American Idol' Judge Buys $1.1 Million Venom GT Sypder [VIDEOS]
After the Hawaiian senate passed the so-called Steven Tyler act with 23 out of 25 votes, a bill that seeks to protect celebrities from overeager paparazzi by creating a civil violation if people take unwanted photos or videos of others in their private moments, Steven Tyler celebrated by buying himself the second fastest cars in the world.
Boy Admits Kutcher Prank: 12-Year Old Charged By Juvenile Court With 'Swatting'
"A 12-year-old, southern-californian boy admitted in court on Monday that he falsely reported to police last October that criminals with guns and explosives had invaded the home of actor Ashton Kutcher and shot people," the Los Angeles County District Attorney said.
Paris Jackson NFL Offer: Daughter Of 'The King Of Pop' Could Become a Philadelphia Eagles' Cheerleader [VIDEO]
It appears that Paris Jackson, the daughter of the late "King of Pop," Michael Jackson, has acquired the same dancing-jean that her father used to make a name for himself.
GetGoing.com: First Traveler-Friendly Online Booking Site For 'Flexible' Itineraries
GetGoing.com is a newly launched website that will "rewards travelers with up to 40 percent off airfare by proving that they're traveling for leisure."
Oceania Cruises Rolls Out Big Promotional Deals For First Time And Returning Guests
The cruise line industry, just as in aviation, has to compete for business and because of that, many are offering major deals and specials to entice potential new customers and peek the interest of former passengers to return.
Sharon Stone To Introduce AmaWaterways' AmaVida Ship On March 22 In Portugal
The best way to introduce a new ship is to find a big-name celebrity and for the fast-growing river line AmaWaterways, that person is none other than the 54-year old actress, producer and philanthropist, Sharon Stone.
Jet Goes Off Tarmac: Delta Airlines Flight Veers Into Grass At Houston's William P. Hobby Airport
It is in the grass and though it is bad news for any golfer to hit out of, it is even worse news for an airplane, but that is exactly what happened to Delta Airlines' flight 4302, bound for Atlanta at William P. Hobby Airport in Houston.
Kelly Osbourne: 'E! Fashion Police' Star Shows Funny Side In Lew Of Seizure Scare 'My Life Is Now Like An Episode Of House'
Since suffering a seizure on Thursday, the "E! Fashion Police" host, Kelly Osbourne, remains confined to a hospital bed, and though, a hospital can be a depressing place, the 28-year-old daughter of Ozzy Osbourne has kept her sense of humor.
NYC Soda Ban Starts Tuesday, 'The City That Never Sleeps' Will Be Sugarless in Manhattan
It has taken some time, but New York City Mayor, Michael Bloomberg's commandment: "Thou shall not drink too much soda," has finally materialized.
