Monthly Archives: March 2010

Will the Internet win the Nobel Prize in 2010?

Will the Internet win Nobel Prize? It is among 237 other nominees for the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize. Find out where our priorities lie.
nobel prize

Hoki Fish : Fearing Fillet-o-Fish Follies

Hoki are fished for their meat, but now, arguments about it's sustainability are growing heated. Will your fishwich still taste the same?
Fishsticks

Asperger disease, the syndrome explained | Part 1

Asperger's disease is a complex and hard to understand syndrome, but here is a crash course to get you started. READ MORE...
A person reading a book. Those with Asperger's disease are often highly intelligent.

Payday loan APR Fees and How They Compare To Other Financing Rates

A fee of $32 on a $100 bounced check can have an APR as high as 2,336%. You would be surprised to see how other fees measure up.
A fee of $32 on a $100 bounced check can have an APR as high as 2,336%. You would be surprised to see how other fees measure up.

Last-minute tax breaks for donations to Chile and Haiti

A House bill was introduced yesterday which, if signed into law, will allow last-minute 2009 tax deductions for disaster-relief donations to Chile and Haiti...

Google Apps Marketplace : More programs, less hassle

Google launched their Apps Marketplace for business recently. Is this extension to their business services worth a try? READ MORE...
Cubicles

In need of a secured loan?

Why get a secured loan? What if something happened and you need to have access to money right away? A secured loan could help you do that.

Installment Loans Online and How They Differ From The Average Payday Loan

One of the most liked features of installment loans is being able to pay them back over a much longer period of time then normal loans you may find locally.
One of the most liked features of installment loans is being able to pay them back over a much longer period of time then normal loans you may find locally.

The Story of Stuff : Now a book, too

The Story of Stuff is a video that went viral talking about the real life cycle of all our stuff. Now it's a book - is it worth the read? READ MORE...
Library Books

Fosamax and femur fractures : FDA is investigating possible links

Fosamax is a drug intended to make bones stronger, so why is the FDA investigating a possible connection to femur fractures? READ MORE...
An x-rayed femur

Citibank exposes 600,000 customers to potential identity theft

Due to a "processing error," Citibank inadvertently revealed the Social Security numbers of 600,000 customers to potential identity thieves.

The Ease and Convenience of Short Term Loans Needs To Be Managed In A Smart Way

It is not wise to go crazy with short term loans just because you can get them online with no credit checks, no collateral and without having to fax in tons of documents.
It is not wise to go crazy with short term loans just because you can get them online with no credit checks, no collateral and without having to fax in tons of documents.

Runaway prius in San Diego : more bad news for Toyota

A San Diego driver found himself in a runway Prius that he was told was not subject to the recall. What should you do if you're in a runway vehicle? READ MORE...
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U.S. Rare Earths holds keys to technology

U.S. Rare Earths "holds the only known U.S. deposit of heavy rare earths." What does this mean for developing technology? READ MORE ....
Photo of a laptop. U.S. Rare Earths owns deposits of minerals used in making computers.

Consumers May Find Fast Cash by Reporting Tax Fraud

Consumers in need of fast cash may find it by reporting tax cheats.

What You Need To Know To Keep From Getting Trapped By Cash Advance Addiction

Cash advances are not a long term financial fix for spending spree addictions. Using them should be done so responsibly and in a realistic manner.
Cash advances are not a long term financial fix for spending spree addictions. Using them should be done so responsibly and in a realistic manner.

Ohio State shooting : campus security under question

At 3:30 am this morning, a disgruntled employee opened fire at the Ohio State campus. How did the school react? READ MORE...
College Campus

Cisco announcment: CRS-3 router

Cisco Systems announced that it has developed the CRS-3 router... READ MORE ...
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No Credit Check Personal Loans From The Comfort Of Home - A Good Thing or a Bad Thing?

Personal loans are so easy to get it worries some consumer groups. Like anything on the internet it pays to be informed before you pursue any online transactions.
Personal loans are so easy to get it worries some consumer groups. Like anything on the internet it pays to be informed before you pursue any online transactions.

Pringles recalled for salmonella danger

Some Pringles flavors have been recalled for salmonella danger. You can re-create your favorite Pringles at home, though. READ MORE...
Pringles Chip

Women Reservation Bill guarantees Parliament seats for women

Is the Women Reservation Bill that has passed through Indian Parliament the solution to thousands of years of female oppression?