Monthly Archives: November 2010

Northern Ireland | Irish terrorism still persists

Hostilities and conflict in Northern Ireland have been around for so long it appears its people have forgotten the root cause of all of it.
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Carnival Splendor fire sets cruise ship adrift off Baja, Calif.

The Carnival Splendor was adrift after an engine room fire Monday knocked out power for 3,300 passengers bound for the Mexican Riviera.
carnival spendor fire sets vessel adrift

Egg recall redo | 288,000 eggs recalled from habitual violator

Another 288,000 eggs have been recalled, this time from Ohio Fresh Eggs, a producer connected to the egg recall earlier this year.
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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.
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.

Payday loans vs layaway | Which is a better option?

Thinking of using layaway this holiday season? Wait -- there are better options. Find out how a small, hassle-free payday loan can help you.
A businessman applying for a payday loan by phone.

Google Chrome promo offers free in-flight wi-fi for the holidays

Google is offering free in-flight wi-fi using GoGo and Chrome on three airlines and 700 planes in the U.S. from Nov. 20 to Jan. 2.
google free in flight wi fi for the holidays

Race for Connecticut governor is over as Foley concedes

Tom Foley has conceded the Connecticut governor race to Dan Malloy, and outgoing governor Jodi Rell finally has a replacement.
Jodi Rell

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.
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.

AOL may soon make a Yahoo buyout offer

AOL and Yahoo may soon be talking merger. But how would the combined company work? Details are emerging, though not yet decided.
AOL

Gains for Dollar Financial prove demand for payday loans

Evidence, like recent corporate gains for financial service firm Dollar Financial, proves demand for services like payday loans is constant.
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Kik messenger frees text messaging from networks

Combined with a few other apps, Kik messenger is the missing piece that means you could take your smartphone off a cell network entirely.
Kik

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.
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.

The Obama trip to India may cost a lot but may be worth it

The Obama trip to India cost is a hot topic, though the real costs are far less than claimed. In reality, Obama is actually doing his job.
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Gold futures hit record high, investors urged to jump in

Gold futures, silver prices and other precious metals rose to record highs after European bond collapse and the Fed's $600 billion bond run.
Polish gold bars of varying sizes.

Costa Rica border dispute with Nicaragua blamed on Google Maps

A border dispute escalated when a Nicaraguan army commander blamed Google Maps for an erroneous incursion into Costa Rican territory.
costa rica nicaragua border dispute along san juan river

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.
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.

Fed QE2 imposes tax on consumers as it raises commodity prices

The Fed's QE2 move to stimulate the economy has benefited investors while raising the price of gas and groceries for consumers.
fed qe2 commodity price spike raises grocery bill

Israeli PM says Iran must fear credible military threat

Israeli PM Benjamin Netanyahu has spoken openly of pursuing a credible military threat against Iran over its mysterious nuclear program.
U.S. Vice President and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a March 2010 visit to Jersusalem.

Rockmelt | The perhaps too socially connected browser

Rockmelt promises to store your browsing history in the cloud and be a more interconnected browser -- but is giving your browsing history to Facebook wise?
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Keep Your Debt to Credit Ratio Down By Using Personal Loans Instead of Credit Cards

The higher your credit balance the lower your credit score may be. Personal loans online do not go on your credit report in most cases.
The higher your credit balance the lower your credit score may be. Personal loans online do not go on your credit report in most cases.

One needs a pay day to get a payday loan

Some claim payday lenders lend to anyone regardless of income, which is odd because a person needs a payday to get a payday loan.
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Short term loans do not cause bankruptcy

Some claim short term loans cause people to go bankrupt. Serious studies show more bankruptcy filings in areas where payday loans are banned.
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