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Protesters fill Tahrir Square pushing for Day of Departure
After days of violence, anti-government demonstrators in Tahrir Square in Cairo are asking for a "Day of Departure" for President Mubarak.
Friday, February 4th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Blackout of Egypt internet cost millions in lost revenue
Estimates are emerging of damage done by the shutdown of Egypt's internet. The nation lost an estimated $80 million to $90 million in revenue.
Thursday, February 3rd, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
WikiLeaks among more than 200 nominees for Nobel Peace Prize
WikiLeaks has been nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. While the $1.6 million prize could be used in Assange's defense, it likely won't be.
Wednesday, February 2nd, 2011 by By bryanh
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.
Queensland coast of Australia braces for Cyclone Yasi
Cyclone Yasi is about to slam into the state of Queensland, the northeast part of Australia. The storm is the same size as Hurricane Katrina.
Tuesday, February 1st, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Amid chaos, U.S. citizens urged to evacuate Egypt immediately
As the regime of Egypt's Hosni Mubarak teeters on the edge, the U.S. State Department has urged U.S. citizens to evacuate Egypt immediately.
Monday, January 31st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Fear of Suez Canal closure drives up price of crude oil futures
The Suez Canal is a vital route for shipments of Middle East oil to the Western Hemisphere, and the government worries it will be shut down.
Friday, January 28th, 2011 by By bryanh
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.
World food inflation prompts desperate hoarding
Prices for agricultural commodities like wheat, rice and sugar are at record highs. Nations are hoarding food in anticipation of bad times.
Friday, January 28th, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Egypt deploys army to enforce curfew and quell protests
The government of Egypt deployed the army to enforce curfew and stifle major Egyptian protests over economic conditions and civil liberties
Friday, January 28th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
Border patrol authorities seize marijuana-flinging catapult
Recently, the National Guard discovered a marijuana catapult that smugglers used to fling marijuana over the border into the United States.
Thursday, January 27th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
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.
Domodedovo Airport explosion from possible suicide bomber
Moscow's busiest international airport, Domodedovo Airport, was attacked by a possible suicide bomber, and there are fears of another attack.
Monday, January 24th, 2011 by By bryanh
Chinese monetary policy has the world seeing red
China's monetary policy of controlling the yuan could spell another global crisis, says the New York Times' Paul Krugman in a Jan. 21 op-ed.
Friday, January 21st, 2011 by By Steve Tarlow
Massive Pakistan earthquake in 2011 rumbles border region
A 7.4 earthquake hit the southwestern region of Pakistan, likely causing severe damage. The last major earthquake in Pakistan killed 80,000.
Tuesday, January 18th, 2011 by By bryanh
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.
Jean Claude Duvalier returns to Haiti but may face arrest
Jean Claude "Baby Doc" Duvalier, son of former Haitian dictator "Papa Doc" Duvalier, has returned to Haiti after over two decades in exile.
Tuesday, January 18th, 2011 by By Sam Hoober
BP/Russia oil deal touted by Putin, doubted by US Congress
A BP/Russia oil deal is heartily endorsed by Vladimir Putin, but it has raised red flags with certain members of the United States Congress.
Friday, January 14th, 2011 by By bryanh
Mount Etna erupts in Italy; air traffic interrupted
Italy's Mount Etna erupted, starting Jan. 12, for the first time since 2002. Nobody was injured, but several domestic flights were delayed.
Thursday, January 13th, 2011 by By bryanh
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.
Romanian birds drank themselves to death on wine
In yet another mass animal die-off, dozens of birds were found dead in Romania. However, these birds died for a much more pedestrian reason.
Thursday, January 13th, 2011 by By bryanh
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
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