Monthly Archives: January 2011
Jared Loughner shooting puts Arizona gun laws in the crosshairs
The Tucson, Arizona, shooting of Rep. Garbrielle Giffords and several others by Jared Lee Loughner shined a spotlight on Arizona's gun laws.
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Jared Loughner YouTube channel gives insight into disturbed mind
After the Tuscon shooting spree, thousands of people found the Jared Loughner YouTube page. The videos posted are bizarre to say the least.
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Glock is weapon of choice for military, police and mass murderers
The Glock semiautomatic pistol used by Jared Lee Loughner can hold up to 33 rounds and fires as fast as the shooter can pull the trigger ...
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
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.
Jared Loughner due in court to face charges in Tuscon shooting
Jared Loughner, the suspect in the Tuscon shooting rampage, will be arraigned in court for the shootings today. He may face the death penalty.
Monday, January 10th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Groups after anchor babies attacking jus soli doctrine
Groups trying to rid the U.S. of "anchor babies" are challenging a doctrine of American citizenship called "jus soli" or "right of the soil."
Sunday, January 9th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Four Loko being used to create ethanol fuel
Four Loko, the infamous “blackout in a can,” is being recycled into ethanol. The same facilities are also recycling packaging and aluminum.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
CBO: Repeal of health care reform would add billions to deficit
A Congressional Budget Office review of the GOP bill to repeal the health care law concludes it would increase the deficit by $230 billion.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Major banks want more cash advanced from customers
Major banks want more cash advanced from checking account holders. People with some major banks will have to pay more to use their own money.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Facebook IPO 2012 will become reality if SEC has its way
An obscure rule about the number of investors in a company may force Facebook into a 2012 IPO so it'll be publicly traded instead of private.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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?
Orange alligator wandering Florida neighborhoods
Florida subdivisions have seen a new creature: an orange alligator. Is the gator a fan of the the University of Florida, or something else?
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Chupacabra identity solved again; creature found to be raccoon
Another Chupacabra has been found to be something far more ordinary. The suspected Kentucky Chupacabra turned out to be a hairless raccoon.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Think Jumpin Jammerz for comfort and convenience
Jumpin Jammerz are wildly popular footed fleece pajamas that are inspired by kids but made for adults. Get toasty and show your inner child.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
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.
Feds recommend lower fluoride levels in drinking water
Government agencies recommend lower fluoride levels in drinking water because Americans are getting more fluoride from other sources ...
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Thomas Hart
Maryland mortgage broker pleads guilty to loan fraud
A former mortgage broker in Maryland has admitted that for several years, he turned legitimate mortgage applications into fraudulent money.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
Romanian witch tax caps off a big year for witches
Romania has passed a law forcing witches and fortune tellers to pay income taxes. There was a lot of witch related media this past year.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Peter Stone
Personal Online Lending and How It Can Make or Break Your Family Budget During Hard Times
Hard times befall us all but you do not have to break your budget to pay your bills. Use personal loans responsibly to avoid penlaties and late fees.
Gene Sperling is new U.S. National Economic Council director
Former Clinton National Economic Council deputy director Gene Sperling has been picked to direct the organization under President Obama.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Walking speed predicts life span and health of seniors and cities
A new study has found that the faster a senior citizen walks, the longer they will live. Walking speed can predict more than that, however.
Friday, January 7th, 2011 by By Mary Rice
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