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.
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
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.
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
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.
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.
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
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.
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
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.
Duke student Powerpoint does viral damage
A student Powerpoint presentation intended just for friends has gone viral -- leaving many questioning the social norms at Duke University.
Friday, October 8th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
Jailed Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobo awarded Nobel Peace Prize
The Nobel committee rebukes Beijing for its human rights record by awarding Chinese dissident Liu Xiaobo the 2010 Nobel Peace Prize.
Friday, October 8th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Currency wars threaten to undermine global economic recovery
Currency could threaten global economic recovery as countries attempt to gain a trade advantage by manipulating the value of their currency.
Thursday, October 7th, 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.
Spaghetti Tacos | Going gourmet with kids food
Though your kid is constantly asking for spaghetti tacos, you can't make the treat edible for everyone. This spaghetti tacos recipe will help.
Thursday, October 7th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
California Loans
California is a great place to live or visit. But what do you do when you run out of money? California loans are available right here online!
Thursday, October 7th, 2010 by By Lisa Lilliander
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