Monthly Archives: October 2010

Philadelphia Airport flight evacuated, no bomb found

After a baggage handler not wearing ID refused to identify himself, a flight to Bermuda from the Philly airport was evacuated and searched.
U.S. Airways

Krystal Ball photos called political dirty pool by candidate

Virginia Democratic 1st Congressional District candidate Krystal Ball's photos from her past have elicited retorts of sexism and dirty politics.
A photo of Virginia Democratic 1st Congressional District candidate Krystal Ball at a political rally.

Hungary toxic sludge reaches Danube River, kills fish en route

The Hungary toxic sludge spill reached the Danube River Oct. 7 after being diluted by tributaries, possibly reducing the threat downstream.
danube river tainted by toxic sludge thursday

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.

A cash advance is not a tool of racism

Critics of the industry claim that cash advance lenders target people according to race. Nothing in legitimate studies supports that claim.
Tiger

Income gap continues to make economic recovery impossible

In a recent Washington Post op-ed, Steven Pearlstein discusses the income gap in the United States -- and that it's growing faster than ever.
A woman looks on in envy at a man's money pile.

Facebook announcement unveils new tools for a better experience

Mark Zuckerberg's Facebook announcement unveiled new features that give Facebook users more flexibility and control over their information.
facebook announcement

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.

Another UFO China incident closes airport

Another UFO China incident has occurred, and it closed an airport. Reports of UFO activity in China have been eerily common in recent months.
UFO

Verizon iPhone rumors spurred by Verizon LTE announcement

Rumors are again swirling about a Verizon iPhone release date - Jan. 11. Verizon has not said whether this will be Apple's announcement...
Verizon

Montana I-164 | Payday lending on the ballot

Montana voters are set to accept or reject new regulations on payday lending with I-164. Arguments on both sides, though, may be misleading.
Montana

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.

Bad credit installment loans can be simpler than you think

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reigning in consumer spending

Molly Wei is innocent in Rutgers suicide case, say her lawyers

Molly Wei's lawyer says she is innocent in the Rutgers suicide case. Wei is charged with invasion of privacy -- and possibly a hate crime...
Statue of a robed figure carrying the scales of justice.

Growing foreclosure scandal raises call for nationwide moratorium

The illegal foreclosure scandal is spreading to more states across the U.S. and Congress is calling for a Justice Department investigation.
illegal foreclosure documents in court

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.

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Westboro Baptist Church faces major hate speech decision

The Supreme Court will decide if a private individual can sue for being the target of hate speech in a case against Westboro Baptist Church.
Some counter-protesting at a Westboro Baptist Church gathering. A woman is mock-protesting with a sign that reads "Stop Sparkly Vampires Now!" It's a reference to the popular "Twilight" book series.

Droid Pro | The missing link of smartphones

Motorola has announced the Droid Pro - and it may well prove the bridge between Blackberry and Android that makes for true competition...
Motorola Droid Pro

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.

Unpaid fee means firefighters let house burn in Tennessee

Firefighters watched as a house burned -- not because they couldn't save it, but because the owner had not paid a $75 firefighting fee.
House fire

Hungary toxic sludge spill triggers ecological disaster

A flood of toxic sludge bigger than the gulf oil spill hit several towns in western Hungary after a reservoir broke at an aluminum plant.
Hungary toxic sluge warning sign