Monthly Archives: December 2010

Amazon removes WikiLeaks website from servers

As outrage has mounted, Amazon has removed WikiLeaks from Amazon web hosting out of protest over WikiLeaks' activities releasing documents.
Julian Assange

Kansas Free Land – Get a piece of the Heartland

If you want a fresh start, carry on to Kansas Free Land. Homesteaders can find land to build on and support rural America at the same time.
Kansas wheat field near Ottawa.

Mortgage interest deduction in deficit commission crosshairs

Americans may no longer be entitled to a mortgage tax deduction if the deficit commission gets its way. The tax break will likely be reduced, at least.
your mortgage interest deduction

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.

Illinois legally recognizes civil unions

The Illinois legislature has voted to officially recognize homosexual civil unions. This is just one of many controversial votes this session.
Gay marriage

Bidding for 2018 FIFA World Cup fraught with controversy

Controversy has erupted in the bids for hosting the 2018 and 2022 World Cup for soccer. Russian PM Vladimir Putin abstained out of protest.
Vladimir Putin

A holiday cash advance loan can keep you merry

Don't miss out on all the money-saving opportunities of the season. Apply now for a holiday cash advance loan online and start saving today!
Holiday smile

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.

When first day of winter arrives depends on your point of view

The first day of winter 2010 arrives on either December 1 or December 21, depending on whether you ask a meteorologist or an astronomer...
first day of winter

Verizon 4G LTE network to launch Sunday

Verizon wireless is launching fourth-generation wireless technology, based on LTE. There are no Verizon 4G phones yet, but they're coming soon.
Verizon

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.

Google Editions to debut read anywhere e-books

Google Editions is set to debut by end of 2010. Its “read anywhere” e-book format may present a challenge to Amazon.com's e-book dominance.
A woman seated at a table, reading an ebook with an Amazon.com Kindle device.

World AIDS Day 2010 theme encourages living your rights

World AIDS Day 2010 is focusing on goals, and with the Pope changing his tune and a possible preventative drug, there's hope for fighting AIDS.
Red Ribbon

Hanukkah for 2010 begins December 1 at sundown

The most well-known of Jewish holidays, Hanukkah 2010 begins at sunset Dec. 1. Hanukkah lasts eight days and nights and will end on Dec. 9.
Menorah

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.

Deficit commission submits final report for panel vote on Dec. 3

The deficit commission report submitted today is a "Moment of Truth" that politicians and the public will be reluctant to rise up to...
deficit commission tackles national debt

NORAD Santa Tracker 2010 partners with Google Maps

In 2010 NORAD will track Santa will use every available tool, including a new partnership with Google Mobile Maps. Call, e-mail or tweet Santa.
Santa