Area movie lovers clash over Oscar nightThe two Family Centers staff members known for discussing movies in the office-- Mastrangelo is a human resources manager for the Greenwich-based nonprofit, and Veeder is director of development -- led a conference call for the agency's Friendly Connections program, which offers discussions and classes for older residents over the phone.

From May dial a taxiFrom the first week of May, you can dial a number to call a black-and-yellow cab. The state transport department has cleared the Call Taxi Scheme 2010 under which even black and yellow cabs be hired through call centers, similar to those run by private fleet taxis like Meru and Mega cabs.

Houston holds on to defeat Rice on Senior NightThe Houston Cougars frittered away a 15-point, second-half lead before regrouping down the stretch to pull out a 78-70 Conference USA victory against the Rice Owls on Wednesday night at Hofheinz Pavilion.