Monthly Archives: November 2010

A trip to Europe | Two weeks of inexpensive guided tours

AvignonEver wanted to visit beautiful parts of Europe? Now, you may just have the chance. Have the vacation of a lifetime with these opportunities.

How to save a $1 million retirement fund starting now

million dollar retirementSaving $1 million is considered necessary nowadays if one wants a comfortable retirement, and most people can do it if they start early enough.

George Soros says China has upper hand on U.S.

DAVOS,26JAN03 - George Soros, captured the session 'Globalization: Globalization at a Crossroads' during the 'Annual Meeting 2003' of the World Economic Forum in Davos/Switzerland, January 26, 2003.Controversial philanthropist George Soros recently said that China's government – and economy – severely outperform those of the U.S.

U.S. citizenship test would challenge many U.S. citizens to pass

It's possible that many U.S. citizens and politicians could not pass the test immigrants must take when they apply to become naturalized.

Green Bean Casserole recipe | Updated and improved

Green Bean CasseroleA new green bean casserole recipe can be infinitely more flavorful with a little more effort. Give this recipe a try this holiday season.

I Heart Boobies breast cancer bands spark suspensions

Collection of I (Heart) Boobies bracelets sold by the Keep A Breast foundation of Carlsbad, Calif. The bracelets are intended to promote breast cancer awareness.Wildly popular “I Heart Boobies” bracelets got two students suspended. Now the ACLU is stepping up with a lawsuit against their school.

U.S. hunger report indicates high levels of food insecurity

No Known Restrictions: "Blind Beggar" by Lewis W. Hine, 1917 (LOC)The Department of Agriculture released a study showing that an increasing number of United States residents suffer from “food insecurity.”

Muslim holidays: Pilgrims gather for stoning of the devil Nov. 16

stoning the devilOn the Muslim holiday today, Eid al-Adha, millions of pilgrims gather in Saudi Arabia Nov. 16 to perform a ritual called "stoning the Devil."

Demand for consumer installment loans declines

Federal ReserveConsumers are not seeking out large debt like installment loans and credit cards these days. More people are seeing debt as a bad thing...

Free tacos at Jack in the Box locations on November 16

Jack in the BoxJack in the Box is holding another "Taco Tuesday" giveaway -- just show up at a Jack in the Box after 2 p.m. and you can get two free tacos.

Carnival Cruise Lines earnings to plummet after cruise ship fire

Carnival SplendorCarnival Cruise Lines expects to lose revenue as a result of a cruise ship fire. The company is planning for a 20 percent loss on earnings.

Illegal immigrants get in-state tuition rate in California

Minority student protest display at UC Berkeley.The California Supreme Court has defended the right for illegal immigrants who went to high school in California to pay in-state tuition rates.

Use coupons to benefit your favorite charity

Store couponsIf you don't want to use store coupons for your own personal needs, why not use them to fund your favorite charity? Learn how you can do it.

Extradition of Viktor Bout, the Merchant of Death, angers Russia

viktor bout merchant of death waresViktor Bout, a Russian suspected of global arms dealing, was extradited to the U.S. from Thailand on Tuesday to face terrorism charges...

Strep throat may be linked to OCD, autism-spectrum disorders

AntibioticsNew research has confirmed that strep throat infections may be linked to OCD, tic disorders and autism, opening up new avenues of treatment.

New home buyers: Only $100 down for HUD homes?

A couple buying their first home.Is it true? Only $100 down for HUD homes? Well, after doing a bit of my own research, what I've discovered is a sweet saving opportunity....

Murkowski pulls ahead in Alaska vote count and blasts Palin

Lisa MurkowskiLisa Murkowski has gained a lead over Joe Miller in the Alaska vote count for the Senate election. Miller has contested some ballots.