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.
Act of terrorism

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.
Egg

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.

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

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.

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.
Dollar

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

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.

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

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.

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?
Rockmelt

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.

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.
money

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.
Homeless