Daily Archives: April 15, 2010

On Taxes, the Tea Party and a real cure for tax day woes

Tax day is passing by, and Tea Party protests are growing louder. However, these aren't protests in countries that pay more in taxes. Why?
I propose that fewer Tea Party tax protests would be so angry if we all had a few more of those. From Wikimedia commons
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Peter Stone

Obama NASA plan reveals generational divide about space travel

The Obama NASA plan was outlined in a speech the President made today that outraged former astronauts and inspired a younger generation...
The Ares I rocket that has been cancelled by the Obama NASA plaln
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Thomas Hart

Alila Villas Uluwatu | An eco-friendly resort escape

Alila Villas Uluwatu was recently awarded an Environmentally Sustainable Design designation - and it's a beautiful place to stay. READ MORE...
A sunrise scene in Bali with two beach chairs and a tiki umbrella.
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Mary Rice

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.

Charlie Christ veto of SB6 signals bolt from GOP in Senate race

Republican Florida Governor Charlie Christ's veto of education bill SB6 shows he may run for the Senate as an independent. READ MORE...
Florida Governor Charlie Christ
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Thomas Hart

Porn virus Kenzero shakes down users for cash

Kenzero is a malicious porn virus that threatens to publish the browsing history of users who visit certain sites – unless they pay up.
Absurdist photo art depicting the dangers of browsing online. The user is depicted holding an open laptop computer up in front of their face, obscuring it from view. On the laptop screen is a menacing face, suggesting that there are dangerous forces online that can make life very difficult for Web surfers, such as those who encounter the Kenzero porn virus at the file sharing site Winni.
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Steve Tarlow

Jackie Robinson Day honors memory of human rights legend

Jackie Robinson Day is on April 15. It celebrates the anniversary of Jackie Robinson breaking the color line in baseball back in 1947...
Black and white photograph of Jackie Robinson after his playing days. He looks distinguished in a business suit, which means that the photo may very well have been taken during one of his civil rights speaking engagements. He holds his arm around a young African-American boy.
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Steve Tarlow

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.

In video, meteor in Wisconsin streaks across the sky

A meteor in Wisconsin captured on video streaked across the sky Wednesday night, sparking forest fires and a flood of emergency calls...
Image of meteor during Leonid shower
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Thomas Hart

National Day of Prayer 2010 Canceled | Rumors not true

Rumors are running rampant that the National Day of Prayer is canceled. How did they start, and what will the president do that day? READ ON...
A sign indicating an available multifaith prayer room at an airport.
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Mary Rice

Online installment loans for bad credit

Waste no time walking into a store when you are shopping for installment loans for bad credit. Apply online for the No. 1 help for your loan needs...
Applying for personal installment loans is easier online.
Thursday, April 15th, 2010 by
By Brad A. Plumb