Monthly Archives: January 2011

U.S. life expectancy gains fall behind other developed countries

A new report shows U.S. life expectancy gains have been eclipsed by many countries, thanks to an epidemic of heart disease and obesity ...
u.s. longevity rates

Apple to integrate pay-by-wave iPhone payment system

Apple seems to be eyeing a move toward iPhone and iPad payment systems that would let users pay for purchases using their Apple devices.
iPhone

Industries and occupations that will create the most jobs in 2011

The best fields to find jobs in for 2011 include health care, information technology and other scientific and technical positions ...
jobs in 2011

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.
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.

Lack of sleep can lead to obesity

Two separate studies released this week indicate that sleep deprivation contributes to many health problems, including obesity and memory loss.
Photo of what happens with sleep deprivision.

Cathinone | Drugs sold as bath salts have suicidal effects

A powder sold as "bath salts" in many states -- known as MDPV or cathinone -- is proving to be a highly addictive drug with suicidal effects.
Bath Salts

Festive food ideas for Super Bowl parties

A Super Bowl party is all about game-day food. Make it more festive by having a food competition or serving dishes that honor your team.
Heinz Ketchup

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.
Budget shocks are something very common these days. Many middle class Americans have started using installment lending products to get through tough times.

Consumer Confidence Index at highest level in eight months

The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index is at its highest level in eight months, but there's room for improvement, particularly in job creation.
U.S. coins and paper currency spread out on a table.

Baltimore, Maryland, to get short term loans for solar panels

Companies and homeowners in Baltimore, Maryland, will soon be offered zero-interest leases for photovoltaic systems, which make solar power.
Solar Panel

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?
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?

Taco Bell class action suit says its taco meat is not really beef

Taco bell is being sued for false advertising over the chain's claims that its taco meat is real ground beef. It doesn't meet USDA standards.
taco bell advertising

Best supplements for immunity | Staying healthy for less

When choosing supplements, more does not always mean better. Choosing the right supplements means feeling better and saving some money, too.
Pillbox

Rising tuition leads to more defaults on student personal loans

The rising cost of tuition, coupled with fewer decent jobs at graduation, leads to the higher rate of default on personal loans by students.
College Students

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.
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.

New cars are cheaper than used cars in an upside-down economy

A new car loan could be cheaper than buying used thanks to 0 percent financing and a lower inventory of used vehicles available for sale ...
zero percent financing

Facebook credits to become a mandatory payment system

Facebook has announced that as of July 1, 2011, Facebook Credits will become a mandatory payment system. This will likely generate millions.
Credit Card

Thousands of Postal Service closings announced for 2011

Searching for savings, the Postal Service announced it will close 2,000 locations in 2011 after losing $8.5 billion in fiscal year 2010 ...
post office closings

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.
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.

Man dies in a tortilla mixing machine in Brooklyn

In yet another early-morning industrial accident, a young man has died in a tortilla mixing machine in Brooklyn. Police ruled it an accident.
Danger

Rahm Emanuel tossed from Chicago mayor race

Former White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel has been tossed from the Chicago mayor race, as he hasn't satisfied eligibility requirements.
Rahm Emanuel