Monthly Archives: December 2010

Amazon removes WikiLeaks website from servers

Julian AssangeAs outrage has mounted, Amazon has removed WikiLeaks from Amazon web hosting out of protest over WikiLeaks' activities releasing documents.

Kansas Free Land – Get a piece of the Heartland

Kansas wheat field near Ottawa.If you want a fresh start, carry on to Kansas Free Land. Homesteaders can find land to build on and support rural America at the same time.

Mortgage interest deduction in deficit commission crosshairs

your mortgage interest deductionAmericans may no longer be entitled to a mortgage tax deduction if the deficit commission gets its way. The tax break will likely be reduced, at least.

Illinois legally recognizes civil unions

Gay marriageThe Illinois legislature has voted to officially recognize homosexual civil unions. This is just one of many controversial votes this session.

Bidding for 2018 FIFA World Cup fraught with controversy

Vladimir PutinControversy has erupted in the bids for hosting the 2018 and 2022 World Cup for soccer. Russian PM Vladimir Putin abstained out of protest.

A holiday cash advance loan can keep you merry

Holiday smileDon't miss out on all the money-saving opportunities of the season. Apply now for a holiday cash advance loan online and start saving today!

When first day of winter arrives depends on your point of view

first day of winterThe first day of winter 2010 arrives on either December 1 or December 21, depending on whether you ask a meteorologist or an astronomer...

Verizon 4G LTE network to launch Sunday

VerizonVerizon wireless is launching fourth-generation wireless technology, based on LTE. There are no Verizon 4G phones yet, but they're coming soon.

Google Editions to debut read anywhere e-books

A woman seated at a table, reading an ebook with an Amazon.com Kindle device.Google Editions is set to debut by end of 2010. Its “read anywhere” e-book format may present a challenge to Amazon.com's e-book dominance.

World AIDS Day 2010 theme encourages living your rights

Red RibbonWorld AIDS Day 2010 is focusing on goals, and with the Pope changing his tune and a possible preventative drug, there's hope for fighting AIDS.

Hanukkah for 2010 begins December 1 at sundown

MenorahThe most well-known of Jewish holidays, Hanukkah 2010 begins at sunset Dec. 1. Hanukkah lasts eight days and nights and will end on Dec. 9.

Deficit commission submits final report for panel vote on Dec. 3

deficit commission tackles national debtThe deficit commission report submitted today is a "Moment of Truth" that politicians and the public will be reluctant to rise up to...

NORAD Santa Tracker 2010 partners with Google Maps

SantaIn 2010 NORAD will track Santa will use every available tool, including a new partnership with Google Mobile Maps. Call, e-mail or tweet Santa.