December 2010 Archives

Monthly Archives: December 2010

WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange freed on bail as appeal fails

The head of WikiLeaks, Julian Assange is free on bail. An appeal lodged against his bail was struck down in court, and he has been released.

Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

Record foreclosure drop in November credited to robo-signers

Fewer people lost their homes to foreclosure in November, but it was because banks backed off to deal with the robo-signing controversy ...

Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Parent sues McDonald’s | Happy Meal toys make it hard to say no

A mother in San Fransisco is suing McDonald's for making it hard to say "no" to her children. Is this suit asking for nanny-state regulation?

Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by

By Mary Rice

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.

Walmart electric heater recall affects 2.2 million units

A Walmart electric heater recall is in effect for about 2.2 million units. Danger of smoke, burns and fire have caused a recall of four brands.

An example of one of the units involved in the Walmart heater recall.

Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

Missile defense system test fails off California coast

A recent test of the nation's missile defense system failed. Various missile defense systems have been tested without success for decades.

Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

The clock is ticking on tax deductible donations for 2010

Time remains to lower your tax bill if you have proper record keeping of tax deductible donations to qualified charitable organizations ...

Thursday, December 16th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

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.

$1 trillion-plus omnibus spending bill riles GOP senators

A $1.3 trillion Democratic omnibus spending bill has hit the Senate, and Republicans are calling foul over the 20,000-plus earmarks in it...

“The Middle Class Beatdown: Decline of the American Dream” - a cartoon by Cory M. Grenier depicting a Republican lawmaker kicking the American people to the curb.

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

UN Security Council lifts Iraq sanctions

The U.N. Security Council has voted to lift most of the sanctions levied against Iraq, provided Iraq improves its relationship with Kuwait.

President Removes Iraq Sanctions - Joint Press Availability with President Bush and President Aznar of Spain in the Cross-Hall.

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

Chase fees may cost customers more cash per month

Chase bank is raising fees. If customers who get direct deposits don't make enough money, Chase will charge instant cash for their banking.

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

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.

Justice Department files oil spill lawsuit against BP and others

The Justice Department lawsuit wants BP and eight other companies held liable for the cost of the Gulf of Mexico oil spill response and cleanup.

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by

By Thomas Hart

Serious carnivores love the Bacon of the Month Club

Those with serious carnivores in their lives could buy them a subscription to a Bacon of the Month club and provide monthly gourmet bacon...

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by

By Peter Stone

Drop-side cribs banned by U.S. government

Drop-side cribs, once a staple in the U.S., have been officially banned by the CPSC because of infant strangulation and suffocation hazards.

A photograph modeling what has happened to some infants in drop-side cribs. The side panel slides down and causes strangulation. Depicted here is an infant doll.

Wednesday, December 15th, 2010 by

By Steve Tarlow

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.