October 2010 Archives

Monthly Archives: October 2010

National Boss’s Day | Celebrating without a brown nose

Boss's Day is celebrated in six countries, but this Oct. 16 holiday can cause headaches in the office. Learn to navigate this day carefully.

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Campbell’s Soup goes halal to appease terrorist-funded group

Campbell's Soup is going halal. The company sees it has embracing diversity. Others see the ISNA logo on cans as support of terrorism.

Image of Arabic text rising from a bowl of Campbell's Soup as vapor.

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

Hurricane Paula | Category 1 storm pounds Mexico and Honduras

Though Hurricane Paula is listed as a "weak" hurricane, it is causing significant damage in Honduras, Mexico and other countries in its path.

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

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.

Chilean miners’ rescue draws closer

After two months, the Chilean miners' rescue will begin soon. Each man will be lifted 622 meters to the surface through the rescue shaft...

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

First human clinical trial of embryonic stem cell therapy begins

Patients with severe spinal cord injuries hope the first human clinical trial of embryonic stem cell therapy is proven safe and effective.

Tuesday, October 12th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Hunger: A widespread challenge, even in U.S.

We are all aware that hunger exists in poverty stricken lands but it is starting to become a bigger problem in large cities ... READ MORE

Sunday, October 10th, 2010 by

By $ Bonnie Jones

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.

Celebrations soon to begin for Columbus Day 2010

Soon it will be Columbus Day 2010. Not all banks will be closed. Columbus has an incredibly complicated legacy. Not everyone admires him.

Sunday, October 10th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

The true cost of a pack of cigarettes

A recent University of Cartagena study analyzes the true cost of a pack of cigarettes beyond the purchase price. The figures are staggering.

A mock giant-sized pack of Marlboro cigarettes. The warning message “Smokers die younger” is easily visible on the side of the box.

Sunday, October 10th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

FBI plants GPS tracking vehicle on Yasir Afifi’s vehicle

U.S. born citizen Yasir Afifi found an unauthorized Federal Bureau of Investigation GPS tracking device on his vehicle. The ACLU plans to sue.

Friday, October 8th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

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.

James Jones to resign as National Security Advisor

General James Jones is leaving his post as National Security Advisor. Top officials in the White House have been leaving in droves lately...

Friday, October 8th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

Short term loans have been part of society throughout history

Short term loans and lenders are often vilified. However, similar types of credit have always existed in the past and will always exist.

Friday, October 8th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

Gap Logo redesign leaves many cold

Gap has created a lot of buzz - but does the negativity surrounding the new logo equal good news for sales?

Friday, October 8th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

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.