Monthly Archives: November 2010
Google offers Groupon $5.3 billion for local search domination
In a move reminiscent of last year's attempt to buy Yelp, Google has offered to buy Groupon for $5.3 billion Why is Google interested?
Tuesday, November 30th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
College graduates have a smaller pay day to look forward to
A group with higher unemployment than the average is recent college graduates. More debt and fewer jobs mean less of a pay day to look to.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Somali teen arrested for attempted Christmas Tree bombing
Mohamed Osman Mohamud was arrested for the alleged "Christmas tree bomb" attempt in Oregon. Federal agents arrested him in a sting.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
iPad popularity leads to reduction in 2010 PC sales forecast
The popularity of the iPad and other tablets could be the beginning of the end of the PC era. It has already affected sales of PCs in 2010...
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
Germany must do more to avert economic crisis, says Cohen
German Chancellor Angela Merkel wants a euro zone 2.0, but critics wonder whether she is really willing to work to help make it happen...
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Five budgeting tips that help cut the cost of convenience
Many American families and individuals can use these smart spending tips to help cut back the overgrown cost of convenience, a budget killer.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
How to prevent taking out a mortgage on a meth house
A home buyer stuck with a meth house can't live in it and usually can't afford meth clean up costs, which can run from $50,000 to $100,000.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
A holiday loan for your holiday needs
If you're like most people, you need extra money for the holidays. A quick online holiday loan can help you through the season. Apply today!
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Victoria Kingston
Fiji Water production bottled by Fijian government
The Fiji Water company has stopped production in Fiji after the government raised water extraction taxes amid strange circumstances...
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
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.
Feminist Muslim reform activist argues for racial profiling
Racial profiling and religious profiling by TSA at airports would be a good idea, argues Muslim reform activist Asra Nomani in a recent op-ed.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
Free Whataburger during 12 days of Whataburger
For 2010, Whataburger is offering the 12 days of Whataburger promotion that will e-mail 12 free food coupons over 23 days to those signed up.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
Cancun climate summit not expected to produce real results
An international meeting on climate change began Monday, but analysts don't expect much progress over last year's Copenhagen Accord.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Diplomats react differently to WikiLeaks and Cablegate
Reactions from diplomats and governments have been mixed to WikiLeaks and "Cablegate." Some condemn the release, while others approve of it.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Peter Stone
Rules on how to avoid holiday weight gain
The holidays are here, and so are the weight-gain traps. Don't fall victim -- learn how to avoid holiday weight gain with these simple tips.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Victoria Kingston
Atheist billboard about Christmas ignites controversy
The controversy over a new Christmas billboard by the Lincoln Tunnel is huge. The American Atheists sponsored the board; it's not the first.
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
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.
Obama announces two-year federal pay freeze
The Obama administration is taking fiscal responsibility by the horns. A two-year federal pay freeze is the latest deficit control measure...
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Steve Tarlow
List of December holidays 2010
The list of December holidays in 2010 gives a lot of reasons to celebrate, including Hanukkah, the Islamic New Year and several desserts...
Monday, November 29th, 2010 by By Mary Rice
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