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College Students join President Obama to Stop Student Loan Interest Spikes

 

On July 1st federally subsidized student interest loan rates are set to double.

Today concerned college students join President Obama to convince Congress to keep this from happening.  Obama is seeking to lock in the interest rates for college education borrowers.

 

Congress' decision will effect whether students are able to get an affordable college education.  Currently, many struggle to pay off college loans. This adds financial stress and the inability to live the American dream that a college education is supposed to provide.  A college education is a vital asset to get a well-paying job, therefore this is not an issue to be taken lightly.

 

The cost of college education is a concern to students, families and the economic growth of the country as a whole. 

 

Tell us your views on this issue.

 

 

 

 

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Teen Sells App to Yahoo for 30 Million Dollars

 

Nick D’Aloisio, a 17-year-old from Britain, is now one of the world’s youngest self-made technology millionaires.  He just sold his news-reading app to Yahoo Inc. for close to $30 million.

 

At the age of twelve, Nick taught himself how to write software.  Two years ago at the age of fifteen, he built the free iPhone app in his bedroom.  The Summly app automatically summarizes news stories for small screens.  The app became so popular that it has nearly 1 million downloads.

Nick's parents –- his dad is an energy financier and his mother is a lawyer — will help him manage his money.

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Career Corner: Ernestine Fu, a Twenty-Year-Old Venture Capitalist

 

Ernestine Fu is only 20-years old and she's already graced the cover of Forbes magazine (August 2012).  Ernestine joined the venture capitalist firm Alsop Louie Partners as an associate in March 2012.

A venture capital firm consist of a group of investors who gain income from wealthy people who want to grow their wealth. They take this money and use it to invest in businesses that a traditional bank is not willing to give loans to.

If you are an entrepreneur looking to grow your new business, you might need money to start/grow your business.  You might apply for a bank loan but if denied, then maybe venture capital is a good option.  Venture capital firms are more willing to take on a risky investment.

Many venture capital companies are looking for the next facebook startup and colleges are breeding grounds with innovative students.  Because Ernestine is also a student at Stanford University several students seek her out to pitch their business idea. Two months into the job, Ernestine sourced her first deal: $1.3M for Qwhisper.  Read full article on Ernestine Fu click here.

In 2010, the average business school graduate hired as an associate venture capitalist started at a base salary of $125,000.  Bonuses can bring in an average of $55,000.  Venture capitalists working for top funds can earn millions of dollars in salary and bonuses each year. (source)

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MyFilmRocks is a Competition Platform for Filmmakers

MyFIlmRocks is dedicated to the filmmakers and storytellers want the world to see their work.  They strive to advance their careers, their futures, and their art forms.

 

The passion and talents these individuals bring to the art and business of filmmaking is what drives MyFilmRocks to become the best online outlet for these individuals.

 

MyFilmRocks is a competition platform for filmmakers to do what they love while competing for amazing prizes and opportunities backed by Corporate Sponsorships, Organizations, and Celebrities.

Artists learn by experience, hustle fast, adapt to deadlines, and evolve their talents, workflows, and professional networks to new levels in challenging and innovative ways!

 

In two weeks MyFilmRocks first Online Short Film Fest October 15th 2012 will choose one lucky filmmaker to win $1,500 with their film!

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Do you have Business Ideas? Check out these Entrepreneurial Teens who Got Rich

 

Jon Koon started his auto parts and fashion business at age 16.  Jon started purchasing car parts from international supply chains, teamed up with a local mechanic and worked his magic to give tons of cars spiffy, high-end finishes and fancy engines with top-notch speakers -- all of which gave rise to the blinged-out car craze that was MTV's "Pimp My Ride" show.

Not long after, Jon opened a manufacturing business that distributed auto parts to a variety of niche markets. In 2008, he switched gears when American rapper Young Jeezy took Jon on as the exclusive partner in his line of clothing, 8732. Soon enough, Jon stuck with fashion as his true calling and his company, Tykoon Brand Holdings, now owns and operates several brands across the globe. As of last year, the company was worth $80 million and had several new projects on the horizon.

Connor Zwick started his business at 16 also. Connor was frustrated with the education system. He created the app Flashcards+ an educational tool for learning. Currently 1.6 million users have downloaded and used the site.

Do you have ideas to start a business?  Let these teens inspire you .  If they did it, so can you.

 

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Will Kobe Retire in Two Years?

 

He can't be serious! 

Hopefully this is just a publicity stunt for more money...because the idea of Kobe Bryant retiring is gonna make me scream!

 

Unfortunately,  Kobe Bryant is seriously considering retirement after the 2013-14 season when his current contract with the Los Angeles Lakers expires.

 

Kobe told CBSSports.com “One can never be too sure.  It’s just that three more years seems like a really long time to continue to stay at a high, high level of training and preparation and health.  That’s a lot of years. For a guard? That’s a lot of years.”

Well I guess he prepared us for this possibility. (See video)

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Justin Bieber kicks off tour with Magic Tricks!

 

Justin Bieber starts his world tour this fall and he's bringing a few tricks for his fans!

Magician David Blaine will join the tour to add some extra entertainment for the show.  Now this is really different and we are crazy excited!

The tour starts this month in Glendale, Arizona on September 29th.

Bieber says  "My choreographer is inventive and really creative. It's cool I get to work with these people. I've been in the dance studio literally every day getting ready." 

 

    This tour is gonna be Magical!

 

Check out David Blaine's magic in video below

 

Warning: David Blaine is a trained magician.  Don't try any dangerous tricks.

         

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18-Year-Old Shares how he makes $500 daily on Twitter

(Note: readers under 18, article contains an explentive word)

Eighteen-year-old Jon King turned his twitter addiction to cash!  In just four months, Jon has earned $35,000 for tweeting sponsored messages.

 

Jon has six popular parody accounts, such as Condescending Wonka @WilllllyWonka,  @JonKing, @ThatDrunkBaby, @wolfpackalan, @_shitmensay_, @AntiJokeJamal, — totaling more than 1 million followers.

 

Daily, Jon saves ten tweets for each twitter account to send out the next day, this takes about two hours.  The tweets are a combination of original content, recycled jokes and old tweets. He works sponsored messages (tweets) that contain links to contract-free affiliate program ChaCha — into the mix. The more people click, the more he gets paid.

 

Jon's secrets to success:

1. Find What’s Trending Right Now: “Go with what’s popular. Movie and TV campaigns have a lot of hype on all these websites. If it’s already well known, like the movie Ted, try to jump on the bandwagon.”

2. Find Your Voice: “The best thing to do when you first get going is to start with basic facts."

3. Get People’s Attention: “If you have a little money, buy shoutouts from bigger Twitter accounts."

4. Respect Your Followers and the Game: “Don’t take days off. You want your audience on your Twitter every day."

5. Don’t Get Greedy: “I wouldn’t rush into tweeting out ads until you have 50,000 followers."

 

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Everybody Hates Chris actor Tyler Williams star in Disney 'Let it Shine'

 

 

Everybody Hates Chris tv star Tyler James Williams is set to star in Let it Shine on the Disney Channel.

 Tyler plays 16-year-old Cyrus DeBarge who is an aspiring musician with the gift for rhyme but has stage fright.  Through his rap song he not only finds himself, he also tells his longtime crush Roxanne Andrews (played by Coco Jones)  how he feels about her.

 

Let it Shine premieres tomorrow on Disney Channel!

Let It Shine‘s soundtrack is now available for purchase on iTunes!

 

 

 

 

 

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Young game developers win big at the 2012 National STEM Video Game Challenge

 

For kids, playing video games is a fun activity to pass the time. But gaming can also help build skills in problem solving, dexterity and quick thinking.

The creators behind the National STEM Video Game Challenge recognize that this skill-building can be taken even further: By learning how to create video games, students can expand their interest in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM).

 

COURTESY JULIA WEINGAERTNER AND SARAH LIPPMAN

Eighth-graders Julia Weingaertner and Sarah Lippman are winners of the 2012 National STEM Video Game Challenge for their game, "Animal Inequalities."

The National STEM Video Game Challenge calls for middle school, high school and college students (educators and professional developers have categories as well) to create video games about educational and social topics, such as recycling or healthy eating.

 

 

The goal is to use kids’ passion for video games to motivate interest in STEM learning. “It’s not about getting kids playing games, but to get them engaged in making games as a way to excite them to learn STEM, as well as other really good 21^st century skills,” says Allyson Peerman, president of the AMD Foundation, one of the challenge’s sponsors.

 

Note:  Video Game is a major career path.  If you love gaming and have ideas, consider turning it into a career.

 

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