Monthly Archives: September 2010

Texting while driving bans fail to put a dent in auto accidents

A new study shows that texting while driving laws have had virtually no impact on auto accident statistics.
texting drivers

An endangered species: Jaguars in North America

Jaguars once lived and roamed about in the Southern United States and close to the tip of South America. However, now they are... READ MORE
King of the Jungle

GOP Senators block anti-outsourcing bill

Senate GOP voted down debate over an anti-outsourcing bill proposed by Democrats. Big business fears losing their hold in foreign markets…
Photograph of a call center job advertisement posted on a building in Bangalore, India.

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.

iPhone competitors fight over scraps as Apple gorges on profits

Apple dominates the mobile industry by generating more profit than the world's top three handset makers with just 3 percent market share.
Photo of the Apple logo.

Yes, you really can get cash loans no credit check today!

Do you need cash loans right now? Up to $1,500 cash loans no credit deposited in your account, sometimes within two hours... CHECK THIS OUT!
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The pros and cons of debt reduction vs. emergency fund

A low average return on savings could make debt reduction pay off more, but people can't ignore their emergency fund.
weighing the pros and cons of debt reduction vs. savings

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.

Alabama short term financing: Bad credit loans online

In the Alabama area? Are you looking for loans on bad credit? Look no further; we have you covered. Apply for Alabama bad credit loans here!
Woman applying for a bad credit loan online.

Banks increase fees to get some more instant cash

Banks are increasing the fees assessed on certain things. Since the CARD act limits charges, banks have to get their instant cash somehow.
Debit

Author says UFO sightings over nuclear sites a message to mankind

At the National Press Club Monday, former Air Force personnel said nuclear weapons were deactivated by UFOs hovering over missile sites.
missile firing from a nuclear weapons site

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.

University of Texas locked down | UT shooting Tuesday

A shooting at UT-Austin has left campus locked down and the alleged shooter dead. Police are seeking a possible second shooter.
University of Texas-Austin

A new job means I need an installment loan for bad credit – fast!

A new job can cost money! An installment loan for bad credit can be direct deposited - in AS LITTLE AS 2 hours. 2-3 minutes to apply. APPLY NOW!
A man in need of an installment loan for bad credit to start a new job.

Fast online payday loan

What are the details concerning a fast online payday loan? Do you know what they are? Below, you will get a better understanding.. READ MORE
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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.

FTC suing POM Wonderful for unsubstantiated health claims

POM Wonderful pomegranate juice and supplements are under legal fire from the FTC due to what it claims are unsubstantiated health benefits.
A promotional photo of various POM beverage products.

Bank loan modification is more likely to end in default

More people are getting loan mods from banks than through the HAMP program, but people are more likely default on a bank loan modification.
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Is the AirTran/Southwest merger good or bad for consumers?

The purchase of AirTran by Southwest joins the two largest discount carriers, which experts say will reduce competition and increase fares.
southwest airlines, new color scheme for airtran planes

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.

President Obama wants your kids to stay in school longer

Obama says a longer school year and teacher accountability are what the U.S. needs, not just another cash advance of funds to be mismanaged.
Drawing of the front of a swank private school. The in-drawing dialogue bubble reads "I'll see the ghetto dude now."

Mazlan Othman as U.N. space alien ambassador is sci-fi

A story about the appointment of a UN ambassador to greet aliens visiting Earth spread like wildfire across the Internet on Sunday.
a galaxy harbors millions of planets that could harbor extraterrestrial life