December 2010 Archives

Monthly Archives: December 2010

Obama wants KORUS, a NAFTA-style Korea free trade agreement

President Obama has endorsed KORUS, a Korea Free Trade agreement that will allegedly bring jobs. But critics see another NAFTA coming.

Cover of a Korean graphic novel about Barack Obama.

Monday, December 6th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

2010-2011 College football bowl schedule pulls in huge money

The official bowl schedule for this season has been set - but with millions of dollars at stake, these games mean more than school matchups.

Monday, December 6th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Concorde crash probe takes 10 years to reach questionable verdict

A decade after the Air France Concorde crash a French court found Continental Airlines guilty of leaving a scrap of metal on the runway ...

Monday, December 6th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

Get clutter under control for the holidays

Get clutter under control for the holidays and the new year, and find inner peace with a few basic tips, courtesy of Psychology Today...

Photo of a person who appears to be drowning in the sea of a cluttered room.

Sunday, December 5th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

Large national debt means austerity measures were coming

The White House debt commission panel has a series of recommendations for austerity measures. Current debt levels meant they were coming.

Saturday, December 4th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

Why some social media marketing strategies fail

The best social media marketing strategies won't work -- if you don't. Here are some of the most common marketing mistakes to look out for.

Saturday, December 4th, 2010 by

By Victoria Kingston

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.

Retailers rejoice at better than expected haul of quick cash

The retail industry can rejoice, because the haul of quick cash for November was better than expected. Consumers are getting more confident.

Friday, December 3rd, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

Motorola Droid cell phone explodes and sends Texan to ER

Reports say a Texas man is sent to the emergency room after his Motorola Droid cell phone explodes and shrapnel from the screen cut his ear.

Friday, December 3rd, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

BP lawyers dispute oil spill volume in attempt to reduce fine

BP could save billions of dollars if it succeeds in lowering the government's estimate of how many barrels leaked during the Gulf oil spill.

Friday, December 3rd, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

Naga Viper pepper could strip paint but makes tasty curry

The Naga Viper pepper has been grown in England, and it reportedly could strip paint -- but most are just happy that it tastes great in curry.

Friday, December 3rd, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Obama pardons nine small-time criminals

President Obama has issued the first pardons of his presidency, but many are wondering why he chose to pardon nine small-time criminals...

Friday, December 3rd, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

Mastermind of Mega-D botnet sent 10 billion spam e-mails a day

Oleg Nikolaenko was arraigned Friday after being indicted as the ringleader of a network accountable for 32 percent of the world's spam...

Friday, December 3rd, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.