Monthly Archives: May 2010

Oil Spill Live Feed | Keeping 24-7 watch on the oil spill

The oil spill live feed, which BP set up after a congressman's request, gives minute-to-minute updates on the oil spilling into the ocean...
Oil spill live feed

Wal-Mart sales revenue clouds U.S. economic recovery predictions

The Wal-Mart sales report's decline in revenue has analysts predicting that a consumer-driven U.S. economic recovery is not sustainable...
The front entrance of a Wal-Mart

Eppicard | Scammers target state payment debit cards

The Eppicard system is used by 19 states to distribute benefits, but phishing scams are coming out. Is the system really safe and effective?
Red ATM machines

Is Applying For A Payday Loan Through A Direct Lender The Best Option?

Using a lender matching service can get you cash in as little as 2 hours. Direct lenders have a very high denial rate for applications.
Using a lender matching service can get you cash in as little as 2 hours. Direct lenders have a very high denial rate for applications.

Dennis Blair resigns from Director of National Intelligence post

Dennis Blair has resigned as Director of National Intelligence. He and his office have come under great scrutiny, and it was expected...
Dennis Blair

Small business growth affects most Americans

Small business employs the majority of Americans, so it is wise to pay close attention to the growth numbers and make sure you.... READ MORE
Americans are considerably affected by small business growths.

Rand Paul makes gaffe on Rachel Maddow

Rand Paul has opened his mouth about the Civil Rights Act and put his foot in it. What did he say on "The Rachel Maddow Show"? READ MORE...
Duct Tape

How Can Installment Loans Help Protect Your Credit Rating?

There are millions of people each year that ruin their credit score because they did not know they could use installment loans to pay their bills before defaulting.
There are millions of people each year that ruin their credit score because they did not know they could use installment loans to pay their bills before defaulting.

Take care of unexpected guests with an online cash advance

Sometimes, unexpected guests drop in without a moment's notice. Thankfully, you can get an online cash advance the very same day you apply...
You never know when unexpected guests will drop in, so be ready with an online cash advance.

Awkward Family Photos – Now in convenient book form

Awkward Family Photos is a wildly popular website. Now, the minds of Mike Bender and Doug Chernack bring the belly laughs in book form…
Two young children in a black-and-white family photo from 1962. The girl on the left has what can only be called "shelf knees," as "knobby knees" simply doesn't go far enough.

Google Froyo is codename for Android 2.2 operating system

Google announced the features of the Android 2.2 operating system at I/O. What does it include, and what are Froyo and Gingerbread? READ ON...
Froyo and Gingerbread

Do Not Fall Behind On Your Bills - See How Short Term Loans Can Help Prevent Late Fees and Penalties.

Short term loans can help you stay current on your bills by providing quick cash so you do not rack up expensive late fees and penalty charges.
Short term loans can help you stay current on your bills by providing quick cash so you do not rack up expensive late fees and penalty charges.

Kevin Costner’s oil spill cleanup machine to tackle BP oil leak

Kevin Costner's oil spill cleanup machine promises to siphon 210,000 gallons of oil from water each day; it's being tried on the BP oil leak.
A casual, candid portrait of Kevin Costner

PBGC.gov is protecting pensions across the United States

PBGC.gov is a federal agency whose purpose is to help retirees and long-term workers find unclaimed pension money that is owed to them. READ ON...
A montage of finance and retirement-related terms is pictured. With the blizzard of choices out there for finding unclaimed money, PBGC.gov makes it easy for retirees to collect forgotten pensions.

Electric car noise to be mandated by Federal Motor Safety Act

Electric car noise will be required by the Federal Motor Safety Act, aimed to prevent electric cars from harming blind pedestrians and others.
Nissan Leaf hybrid at an auto show

How To Get A Cash Advance Even With Bad Credit and Bankruptcy On Your Record

Not many people know they are still eligible for cash advances after bankruptcy or losing their credit. There are no credit checks so bad credit does not affect eligibility.
Not many people know they are still eligible for cash advances after bankruptcy or losing their credit. There are no credit checks so bad credit does not affect eligibility.

SAT Scores | College Board releases results

SAT Scores are available from the College Board. Do these scores really indicate how well students will do in college - or life? READ MORE...
Testing

Senate stalls in financial reform bill debates

The U.S. Senate has tried to shore up debate over the financial reform bill by invoking cloture, a rarely used rule. It failed. READ MORE...
US Senator Harry Reid

Key West tarballs not from gulf, but BP oil leak heads to Florida

Tarballs at Key West were not from the oil spill in the gulf, but the loop current is taking the BP oil leak toward Florida's beaches...
A sandy beach at Key West, Florida

Keep Your Debt to Credit Ratio Down By Using Personal Loans Instead of Credit Cards

The higher your credit balance the lower your credit score may be. Personal loans online do not go on your credit report in most cases.
The higher your credit balance the lower your credit score may be. Personal loans online do not go on your credit report in most cases.

Mortgage foreclosures hit record as prevention program falters

Mortgage foreclosure statistics have hit record levels as the foreclosure prevention program falters and the unemployment rate remains high.
a mortgage foreclosure sign posted in front of a suburban home

Bangkok curfew imposed as violence and fires rage in Thailand

After a raid on a Red Shirt protester encampment, a curfew has been put in place in the city of Bangkok and other areas in Thailand. READ MORE...
Riot arson