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Seasonal employment market more challenging for teens

For those ages 16 to 24 who are seeking summer jobs, the outlook for seasonal employment shows a tough market but opportunities for creativity.
Summer jobs announcement

Polls show most of US favors collective bargaining rights

A majority of people in the U.S. support labor unions' collective bargaining rights, according to multiple national polls conducted by media.
A round, orange California union badge bearing the slogan, “Your Rights At Work: Worth Fighting and Voting For.”

New research: More than half of Alzheimer’s cases misdiagnosed

A study found that the brains of 50 percent of the people diagnosed with Alzheimer's lacked the lesions associated with the disease ...
alzheimer's cases

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.

Shark attacks worldwide in 2010 rose to highest level since 1980

Shark attacks increased 25 percent worldwide, but the recession and BP oil spill may account for a reduction of shark attacks in Florida ...
shark attacks worldwide

U.S. unemployment sinks to 9 percent, spin doctors rejoice

U.S. unemployment fell in January to 9 percent, the fastest decline in 53 years. The true direction for the U.S. job market is still cloudy.
An intentionally blurry photograph of a sandwich board sign that reads “The Best Jobs in Town.”

Top 10 cities with the most credit card debt

Do you live in one of the top 10 cities in the United States for credit card debt? Access to payday loans could have saved you a bundle.
Close up of the logo on a Visa credit card.

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.

Study proves red light cameras reduce traffic fatalities

A recently conducted insurance industry study found traffic fatalities dropped 26 percent in cities equipped with red light camera systems.
traffic fatalities

Iowa Catholic Conference pursues payday lending limits

The Iowa Catholic Conference should say what it means. A 36 percent APR payday loan cap would shut down the industry, not make it better.
E. 38th St and Mass Ave.: Former Roselyn Bakery at the corner of E. 38th St. and Massachusetts Ave. in Indianapolis.

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.

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.

The puzzle of rising retail sales and falling consumer confidence

New reports on higher retail sales and lower consumer confidence present conflicting data; economists say expectation is a better barometer.
consumer confidence

Sugar prices at 30-year high as supplies deplete

The sugar prices 30-year high can be attributed to volatile weather, increased demand for "real" sugar and additional government regulation.
Sugar Cane

Retailers lost $1 billion, thanks to blizzard

Retailers were hit by the East Coast blizzard. Estimates are that $1 billion was lost to the heavy weather that kept people in their homes.
Shot of cars buried by the snow of the East Coast blizzard.

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.

Employee satisfaction survey says workers are not happy

A new employee satisfaction survey by Manpower tells a sad tale: a whopping 84 percent of workers will actively seek better jobs in 2011...
Image of an office worker on the face of a clock. The worker points to more money – and quitting time.

Californians deserve a balanced payday loans argument

Various media continue to attack California payday loans, but are they making a balanced argument regarding to San Diego installment loans?
The California State Capitol Building in Sacramento, photographed during the daytime.

Decline in underwater mortgages credited to surge in foreclosures

The number of underwater mortgages held declined as foreclosures increased; negative equity is expected to grow as home prices keep sliding.
negative equity

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.

Holiday office parties and bad behavior do not mix

Holiday office parties are here, and the alcohol could be flowing. Avoid bad behavior, be thankful you have a job and make sure you keep it.
Image of a man, possibly drunk, who is puckering up for a kiss.

Study suggests marriage may be nearly obsolete

According to a recent Pew Research Center study, traditional marriage appears to be heading toward becoming obsolete in the United States...
A late 1970s-early 1980s family portrait.