Monthly Archives: November 2010

The sun has an owner, and it is Angeles Duran

Spanish woman Angeles Duran has claimed legal ownership of the sun. She'll charge everyone to use the sun, but will only keep 10 percent.
A beautiful orange and red sunset. Inset of the sun's new owner, Angeles Duran, hovers above in the firmament.

NASA announces Dec. 2 press conference on extraterrestrial life

A NASA press conference of astrobiologists on Dec. 2 may announce evidence indicating the existence of life on the Saturn moon Titan...
saturn moon titan

Get back on track with a quick loan by phone

Whether you're stuck in traffic or braving the blizzard, a loan by phone can help you get back on your feet financially - anywhere, anytime.
A woman applying for a loan by phone.

Where Is The Best Place To Get Payday Loans Online and Why?

There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?
There are all kinds of reasons why you would want to get a loan online but what should you know about payday loans first?

Christmas recipes for gifts | Going beyond the cookie plate

Homemade recipes are great for holidays, but you don't have to rely on the cookie plate. Christmas recipes for gifts can be creative and fun.
Christmas gift hot cocoa

As smartphone Wi-Fi gets faster, keep the bill from shocking you

Beware faster wireless connections and more services that make complicated cell phone bills even more confusing to pad phone company profits.
an example of bill shock

UK blocks export of lethal injection drug to US

Using thiopental sodium for execution in the U.S. has taken a hit, as the U.K. has taken measures to block export of the drug on moral grounds.
This gurney is used to perform executions at Terre Haute by lethal injection.

Why Borrow Money On Installments To Keep From Defaulting On Bills And Ruining Your Credit?

Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.
Many people are shocked at how damaging it is to have a low credit score. Many though have found a temporary solution with installment loans.

Top holiday websites | Find the best holiday deals online

'Tis the season to save! It's easy to find the best holiday deals online. Here are some of the top holiday-shopping websites of the season.
A woman shopping for the holidays online.

Swastika-branding incident first to test new hate crimes law

The swastika-branding of a mentally impaired man in New Mexico is the nation's first test of the newly expanded Hate Crimes Prevention Act.
An anti-hate symbol.

Chevy Volt will start being seen on U.S. roads in December

GM hopes the Chevy Volt will give it the lead in the electric car race by defeating range anxiety with its innovative powertrain technology.
Chevy Volt electric car

How To Use Short Term Loans To Save Your Budget

There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.
There are plenty of things eating your budget and late fees on the bills is typically the biggest waste and easiest to fix with short term loans.

Vitamin D and calcium study questions use of supplements

A new review of almost 1,000 studies has found that most people may, in fact, be overdosing on vitamin D and calcium when they take supplements.
Supplement

Shoppers favored cash over credit cards on Black Friday

Black Friday shoppers this year cut back on credit cards and used instant cash. In fact, Black Friday credit card use dropped 50 percent.
Cash

Russian President Medvedev threatens West with new arms race

Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has warned that if Russia and NATO cannot agree on a missile shield, a new arms race could be the result.
U.S. President Obama meeting with Russia's President Dmitry Medvedev.

Personal Loans Online Do Not Requre Credit Checks Or Collateral Deposits

Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.
Credit checks cause damage to your credit score. These are the factors that you will appreciate knowing so you can get a personal loan without ruining your credit or putting up collateral.

The ePrivacy app: See-who-views-your-profile Facebook scam

Watch out for one of the latest Facebook scams. The ePrivacy app promises to show you everyone who views your profile. Don't fall for it ...
Phishing scams

Study indicates service personnel indifferent to DADT policy

A Pentagon study indicates most service personnel don't think negative effects will result if the "Don't Ask Don't Tell" policy is repealed.
Julius Caesar

$1.4 billion food safety bill gives more money and power to FDA

The Food Safety Enhancement Act survived a political gauntlet to give the FDA resources to increase inspections and issue mandatory recalls.
food safety bill

Why Using a Cash Advance For a Spending Spree Is a Very Bad Idea!

Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.
Cash advances, although a modern convenience, are not to be used for for irresponsible spending. Use them wisely and you will improve your financial situation.

Comcast demands Netflix toll among net neutrality arguments

Comcast has started charging Netflix a fee for their service to continue "unfettered." Is this extortion, or is this a perfectly legal move?
Netflix

Scientists discover techniques to reverse aging in mice

Harvard scientists have made a breakthrough. A recently published lab experiment resulted in scientists being able to reverse aging in mice.
Lab Mouse