Daily Archives: September 7, 2010

Credit card companies dodge rules by offering professional cards

Professional credit card offers are part of a strategy by banks to avoid consumer protections mandated by new credit card rules.
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SUNY enacts greater protection for students against credit cards

SUNY has just changed the rules about how credit card companies can market on campuses. There is rising concern about debt among students.
Black Hole Quasar

Short term installment loans online provide fast, easy options

With short term installment loans, you can get fast cash with easy payment options. Fast approvals are offered directly online -- APPLY NOW!
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Payday Loans and How You Can Protect Your Personal Information From Identity Theft

Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.
Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.

Oracle picks up Mark Hurd and a lawsuit from HP

Oracle Corp. recently hired Mark Hurd, who had just resigned from HP. HP has just filed a lawsuit, alleging Oracle couldn't hire him legally.
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Magic mushroom research: Hallucinogens help cancer patients cope

Clinical studies of mushrooms containing psilocybin showed hallucinogens offered comfort to cancer patients facing the end of their lives...
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More American workers turning to day labor during recession

More former white-collar American workers are taking up day labor jobs to make ends meet during the recession, according to media reports…
Undocumented workers standing on a street corner have been joined by Americans clothed in superhero garb.

How People Are Taking Advantage of Installment Loans To Cover Budget Shocks Today

Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.
Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.

Treasury seeks public input about financial literacy education

The Treasury Department is seeking public comment about financial education guidelines to help Americans avoid personal financial meltdowns.
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U.S. officials warn of danger in Koran burning

The planned Koran burning by the Dove World Outreach Center Church was decried by U.S. officials, saying it will endanger American troops...
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Justice Department faces off in court against Joe Arpaio

Controversial Sheriff Joe Arpaio is being sued by the Justice Department. The suit says Arpaio won't cooperate with civil rights investigations.
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Short Term Loans Are Available Without Credit Checks - What Does That Mean For You?

Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?
Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?

Volatile stock market driven by impulsive investor fears

Stock market volatility is sending traders on a rollercoaster ride driven by fear that is measured by the Market Volatility Index, or VIX.
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