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National debt ceiling debate affects us all

Congress debates as U.S. nears the debt ceiling. If it is not raised and no compromise is reached by August, the effects will be felt by all.
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Banks used free Fed money in financial crisis to profit, not lend

Free money from the Fed intended to boost lending was used to pad bank profits with sweetheart bond deals instead ...
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Startup America Partnership helps small businesses grow

A program started by the White House and privately managed, the Startup America Partnership provides billions in discounts to businesses.
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How Can Your Credit Score Be Saved With Something As Simple As A Payday Loan?

Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.
Millions of people every year fall short on various bills and lose credit points. Payday loans are a no credit check option that can ease the pain.

Obama calls for urgent overhaul of national energy policy

At a recent appearance, President Obama called for an overhaul of the nation's energy policy including a major reduction in oil imports.
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Frivolous tax arguments are amusing, but the IRS penalty is not

When it comes to frivolous tax arguments, the Internal Revenue Service has zero tolerance for clowning around in the name of tax evasion.
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Welfare payments make up 35 percent of total US wages, study says

Recession recovery has led to a disturbing statistic: Social welfare payments and services make up 35 percent of wages in the United States.
The old version of U.S. food stamps, from 1980.

Facts About Installment Loans Everyone Should Know Before Applying Online

Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.
Are installment loans online safe and secure? Is applying a big hassle with tons of hoops to jump through? We have the facts you want to know.

February jobs report shows decline in unemployment

The Labor Department has just released the February jobs report, which shows that unemployment has continued to decline so far this year.
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Daylight saving time 2011 not likely to save energy in the U.S.

The sun will rise an hour earlier on March 13, 2011, but a study in Indiana found daylight saving time increased, not lowered, energy costs.
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Sirhan Sirhan claims to not remember Robert Kennedy shooting

Sirhan Sirhan says he does not remember killing Robert F. Kennedy in 1968. His lawyer maintains Sirhan was the victim of a brainwashing plot.
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How To Get A Cash Advance Without Providing Collateral or Submitting To A Credit Check

Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.
Credit checks can hurt your credit score and providing collateral for a loan is an unneccessary risk which can be avoided.

Wisconsin Assembly passes bill curtailing collective bargaining

The Wisconsin Assembly has passed the bill diminishing collective bargaining rights of state workers, but it is unlikely to pass the Senate.
Wisconsin Assembly

Discovery launch sends storied space shuttle on final mission

When space shuttle Discovery completes its final mission, it will have flown farther and carried more astronauts than any other ship in the fleet.

Saudi student Bush home bomb plot: Khalid Ali-M Aldawsari accused

Khalid Ali-M Aldawsari, a Saudi student who has been in the U.S. since 2008, has been accused of planning to plant a bomb in the Bush home.
George W. Bush

How Personal Loans Online Can Prevent Your FICO Credit Score From Going Down

Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.
Traditional loans require a credit check which puts a hard inquiry on your credit report which in many cases lowers your overall credit rating.

Rahm Emanuel wins election for mayor of Chicago

Rahm Emanuel, the former fiery chief of staff for the White House, has been elected the next Mayor of Chicago. He easily took the election.
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Nir Rosen resigns after remarks about CBS reporter Lara Logan

Reporter Nir Rosen has committed what amounts to career suicide by questioning the validity of reporter Lara Logan's claims of sexual assault.
New York University

More real life superheroes donning costumes to fight crime

Members of a group in North America called the Real Life Superheroes are donning masks and capes to fight crime and perform community service.
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How To Use Short Term Loans To Get Through a Budget Crisis Wisely

Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.
Everyone finds themsevles in a budget crisis from time to time and short term loans are only the answer in some circumstances when used wisely.

60 years in prison for killer of Chandra Levy

Nearly a decade after she disappeared amid an affair with a congressman, Chandra Levy's killer has been convicted and given 60 years in prison.
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Super Bowl flyover highlights amount public pays for training

The flyover of five F-18 planes over the Super Bowl was viewed only by TV monitor -- and cost taxpayers $450,000. Some say this was a waste.
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