Monthly Archives: May 2010
Trading error to blame for DJIA nosedive?
The stock market today plunged on the news of a falling Dow Jones Industrial Average - but was it all because of a bad mistake? READ MORE...
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
Oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico 2010: BP reports progress
Progress was reported Thursday in the Gulf oil spill 2010 as one of three leaks is plugged, and a containment dome is en route to the site...
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
New Hampshire bus | Greyhound bomb scare in Portsmouth
A bus on its way to New York City stopped in Portsmouth this morning and was surrounded by law enforcement. Was there a bomb on board? READ ON...
Thursday, May 6th, 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.
Will California immigration be the next legal flash point?
Is California immigration the next political hot button? Considering resident Latino reaction to the Arizona law, it's likely. READ MORE…
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Lieberman Citizenship bill | Making it easier to strip rights
The Lieberman citizenship bill would strip individuals "with ties to terrorist organizations" of their rights. How would this bill work?
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
Yes, you really can get short term loans today
You don't want another late payment on your credit report. You want cash today; what you need are short term loans you can get today. READ ON...
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Brad A. Plumb
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.
Installment loans for bad credit | Get the help you need today!
Worried about a bad or poor credit? Apply for installment loans for bad credit and get the help you need today, regardless of your credit...
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Victoria Kingston
Nurses Day a week away as Nurses Week 2010 begins
May 6 begins Nurses Week, ending on Nurses Day on May 12. The day is held then because it is Florence Nightingale's birthday. READ MORE...
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
National Day of Prayer 2010 canceled is a right wing rumor
National Prayer Day 2010 cancellation was a false rumor from the right wing after President Obama chose not to hold a White House ceremony...
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
DeKalb County Schools | Should school budgets be spent on PR?
DeKalb County schools are taking heat for trying to hire a PR firm. How much are they going to spend, and is this a good use of funds? READ ON...
Thursday, May 6th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
What can you do with an underwater home mortgage?
Having an underwater home mortgage doesn't offer many good options, but new federal programs can offer some flexibility. CONTINUE READING...
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Senate passes financial reform bill amendment
An amendment to the financial reform bill has passed the Senate, nearly unanimously. The amendment changes the bill dramatically. READ ON...
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Wind power companies see opportunity in wake of BP oil spill
Wind power and the future of alternative energy are rising to the surface of debate in the wake of the BP oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico.
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
San Antonio refinery fire | Known safety violations at refinery
The refinery that exploded in San Antonio this morning was cited several times for OSHA violations. What happened this morning? READ ON...
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
Google Editions e-books: the ultimate Kindle and iPad killer?
The Google Editions launch date promises to turn the ebook world into an open system and become a threat to the designs of Amazon and Apple.
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
On the border: a border fence and immigration reform debate
On the border, the controversial U.S. Border Fence Project has become a political football in the debate about immigration reform. READ MORE
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
May 5 deserves celebration for many reasons
May 5, also known as Cinco De Mayo, has seen a lot of interesting and notable things happen throughout the ages, believe it or not. READ MORE...
Wednesday, May 5th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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