Daily Archives: January 12, 2011
Consumer credit increased by $1.3 billion in November
Consumer credit rose in November, according to Bloomberg. The United States saw a $1.3 billion increase, largely in auto and student loans.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Facebook joins with AMBER Alert to help find missing children
By becoming a fan, Facebook users can receive AMBER Alerts on their news feed when word is sent out about a missing child int their area ...
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Shooting victim Gabrielle Giffords’ condition improving steadily
Gabrielle Giffords' condition is starting to improve. She has reportedly made a few spontaneous movements, but recovery will take some time.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Payday Loans and How You Can Protect Your Personal Information From Identity Theft
Encryption of your data is just the basic level of protection you need to look for. You can also check to see if the page has HTTPS in the address bar when on application page.
Snow in Hawaii means 49 out of 50 states have snow
There are winter storm warnings in Hawaii, with severe storm warnings in lower elevations. This is one of the worst snow years in a long time.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Microsoft lawyers file motion to block Apple App Store trademark
Microsoft lawyers have filed a motion saying that the phrase "app store" is a generic term that Apple can't protect as a registered trademark.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Prozac helps stroke patients regain motor skills with treatment
Taking Prozac after a stroke may help patients regain independence and motor function more quickly, but more research is needed to confirm that.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
How People Are Taking Advantage of Installment Loans To Cover Budget Shocks Today
Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.
Try secured credit cards to rebuild damaged credit scores
People who want to establish or rebuild their credit can try secured credit cards. You will need an upfront cash deposit to set your limit.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Limbaugh stirs kettle of hate rhetoric with Loughner comments
Rush Limbaugh has thrown gasoline on the political rhetoric fire surrounding the recent Tucson, Ariz., shooting that killed six and injured 14.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Illinois lawmakers approve largest tax increase in state history
The Illinois tax increase is a 66 percent hike in the state income tax until 2015; this was enacted to reduce a $15 billion budget deficit.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Short Term Loans Are Available Without Credit Checks - What Does That Mean For You?
Having access to a short term loan online when every you want without credit checks is a tempting offer but what should you know before applying?
Germs on the ATM keypad and British study on public toilets
A new study, funded by antibacterial surface makers, found that ATM keypads are loaded with as much bacteria as toilets in public bathrooms.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
2010 named hottest year by National Climatic Data Center
According to the U.S. National Climatic Data Center, 2010 tied 2005 for the hottest year on record according to ground surface temperature.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Louisiana ethanol production plant waiting on short-term loans
A plant intended to turn sugarcane and sorghum to syrup to be later processed into ethanol is ready to go, but it's waiting on loan guarantees.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
You Are Not Supposed To Know Cash Advances Online Do Not Require Any Credit
Credit is not a factor with cash advances online. There are not credit checks so their is no hard inquiry on your record to lower your credit score.
Reverse Mortgages 101 | Reverse mortgages and how they work
Reverse mortgages are a way of selling your home back to the bank and getting the equity out of it -- but the details can be confusing.
Wednesday, January 12th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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