Monthly Archives: September 2010

Key provisions of new health care law go into effect Sept. 23

health care law changes kick in with cupcakesProvisions of health care reform designed to curb abuses by health insurance companies kicked in Sept. 23 for new plans.

Orbital mechanics, photosynthesis and the first day of fall

Photo of an autumn picture.The first day of fall is Wednesday, Sept. 22, and the Autumnal Equinox of Earth's orbit occurs later in the night on that date with a Harvest Moon.

Christine O’Donnell makes surprising witchcraft confession

Drawing of a person floating.Senate candidate Christine O'Donnell (R-Del.) admits to "dabbling in witchcraft" in her teenage days. Can she make her bad press disappear?

Renting with bad credit requires a strategy for success

renting with bad creditRenting with bad credit is a challenge more people are facing. It's possible if renters use these basic elements of a strategy to succeed.

Stimulus cash advances did little to dent unemployment rate

rubbleIn August, there were 27 states that had a rise in unemployment. It seems the cash advances from stimulus packages haven't gone far.

Vatican Bank chairman accused of money laundering

Daytime photo of the Sistine Chapel's famous spiral staircase.Ettore Gotti Tedeschi, chairman of the Vatican Bank (aka Institute for Religious Works) is under federal investigation for money laundering…

Marijuana growers unionizing under Teamsters banner

The Teamsters Union logo with a picture of cannabis leaves superimposed on top.In California, 40 marijuana growers have joined the Teamsters Union. This is the first case of unionized marijuana growers in U.S. history…

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Poverty rate jumped to 14.3 percent of population in 2009

Photo of a shack.The number of people living in poverty in the U.S. has reached the highest level since the Census Bureau began tracking poverty in 1959.

Mortgage refinancing: several ways to benefit from low rates

a sign promoting mortgage refinancingLow mortgage rates make refinancing a popular, but long-term savings and investment should be considered before making a decision.

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Everyone may need extra cash as household wealth falls

EggHousehold wealth fell over $1 trillion in the last quarter, meaning that many could need extra cash to recover investments and savings.

Great Recession ended last summer, but growth recession continues

recession specialThe Great Recession officially ended in June 2009, a government panel said, but economic growth is too weak to reduce the unemployment rate.

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Facebook phone rumors heating up despite official denial

rumors of a facebook phone emerged sundayRumors of a Facebook phone were denied by Facebook, and experts are skeptical that such a product would fly in today's smartphone market.

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ASEAN and its role in border disputes among members

The ASEAN OrganizationThe Association of Southeast Asian Nations has a vital role in resolving and preventing conflicts, but there is a growing need to intervene.