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The Best and Worst of the 12-12-12 Hurricane Sandy Benefit

TheFW Staff — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 19:22:52 +0000

Yesterday’s 12-12-12 benefit concert for Hurricane Sandy relief raised over $30 million dollars, but it wasn’t all good. We’re still cringing for Bobby Moynihan’s awkward appearance as his ‘SNL‘ character “Drunk Uncle,” for example. Kanye West wore a skirt, which is bad in and of itself, but it was a leather skirt, which is always [...]

Eddie Vedder, Roger Waters Perform 'Comfortably Numb' at 12-12-12 Sandy Benefit

Amy Sciarretto — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 18:06:40 +0000

During tonight's 12-12-12 Concert for Sandy Relief at New York City's Madison Square Garden, some amazing, you-had-to-be-there pairings took place on the venue's historic stage. Case in point: Roger Waters of Pink Floyd fame performing 'Comfortably Numb' with Pearl Jam singer Eddie Vedder.

Stream Tonight's Live 'Concert For Sandy Relief'

Jennifer Beaudoin — Wed, 12 Dec 2012 14:45:54 +0000

Today's date marks the very last time that we will have three consecutive matching numbers: 12-12-12. One way we are commemorating this is by helping those who were and continue to be affected by October's hurricane Sandy. Over a dozen musical acts will be coming together to put on a benefit show at New York City's Madison Square Garden.

Anheuser Busch Stops Beer Line To Can Water For Hurricane Sandy Victims

Monte — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 21:08:46 +0000

Anheuser Busch, which brings us the all-mighty Budweiser, has shut down a beer line in an effort to help Hurricane Sandy Victims. The Cartersville, Georgia Brewery has switched from producing cans of beer to packaging cans of water with a goal of shipping one million cans of water to New York and New Jersey. With [...]

Linkin Park's Music for Relief Organization Rallies for Hurricane Sandy Donations

Chad Childers — Sat, 03 Nov 2012 18:04:50 +0000

Linkin Park and their Music for Relief organization are hard at work once again following Hurricane Sandy's destruction in both Haiti and the U.S. last week. Co-vocalist Mike Shinoda is raising awareness for Music for Relief's efforts, which will provide assistance to those in need in the aftermath of the natural disaster.

Technology Reverts Back In Time As Pay Phones Aid Sandy Victims

Monte — Fri, 02 Nov 2012 16:22:07 +0000

Technology has changed the way we live and for the most part, for the better. However, when the power goes out such as it has in the wake of Hurricane Sandy, our technology becomes useless. Phone batteries die, laptops and pads become coasters and our connection to the outside world is lost. In this time of need, New Yorkers have reverted back to the '80's and have found solace in pay phones.

All You Need to Know to Help Out Hurricane Sandy Victims

Mike Adams — Wed, 31 Oct 2012 18:35:16 +0000

Two days after Hurricane Sandy ripped through the East Coast, many residents remain without basic supplies like food, clean water and shelter. Fortunately for the victims of this storm, there are many organizations out there determined to provide assistance to those affected by the hurricane.

Alcohol Sales Increase In New York Prior To Hurricane Sandy

Jay Sanin — Mon, 29 Oct 2012 18:31:37 +0000

According to a report from the Village Voice, New York City beer and liquor distributors have noticed an increase in alcohol sales in preparation of Hurricane Sandy, with some of the biggest increases including rum sales, making it possible that people are going to be making hurricanes during the hurricane!

The story also says that it is more than just young people who are stocking up to drink up during the storm. Clerks at several grocery stores in the area note that old women and businessmen have also been empty

FRANKENSTORM IS COMING!!!! Tips To Be Prepared

Stephanie McMaster — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 21:17:52 +0000

Frankenstorm is coming! Frankenstorm is coming! By now, everyone on the East Coast has heard of Hurricane Sandy's potential to bring winds, flooding, snow, hail, flying pumpkins and gourds to their backyards. When you're done shaking with terror, you should probably prepare. But, not to fret! We have detailed instructions to help you feel ready [...]

Frankenstorm Is Coming: Latest Updates and Some Helpful Tips

Chris Chaberski — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 19:07:19 +0000

Frankenstorm—a nickname for the potential combination of current Category 1 Hurricane Sandy and other storm systems in the North Atlantic and over the continental United States—is almost here, and for much of the East Coast, that means it’s time to get ready for lots and lots of rain, wind, snow and general meteorological mayhem. Hurricane [...]