Monthly Archives: January 2011
Professor Alan Gin: San Diego County job decline leveling
University of San Diego economics professor Alan Gin sees a leveling off in what has for years been a negative San Diego County jobs outlook.Long, steady decline in U.S. abortion rate ended during recession
A recent study implies that a decline in the United States abortion rate lasting more than two decades was interrupted by the recession ...Birth spacing and autism study took into account other factors
A study of 500,000 California children found that having siblings less than two years apart puts them at a higher risk of developing autism.U.S. wage downturn eclipses that of 1981-82 recession
Economists note there has been a tremendous wage downturn. The recession has forced the unemployed to accept lower paying jobs than before.Verizon stock dives after iPhone announcement, Apple stock soars
Verizon stock dove after the company confirmed the Verizon iPhone, and analysts expect heavily subsidized iPhones to affect Verizon earnings.Tucson angels to shield mourners from Westboro Baptists
In response to Westboro Baptist Church's promise to protest funerals of the Tuscon shooting victims, the city will join in “angel action.”New rules on credit scores taking effect this year
A provision of the Dodd Frank financial reform act takes place regarding credit scores and reporting this year. It's a good change to know about.iPhone available from Verizon starting February 10
The ordeal is finally over, and people can stop talking about the iPhone and Verizon already. The Verizon iPhone is available on Feb 10.Military spending bill bans Chinese solar panels before Hu visit
The new military spending bill bans Chinese-made solar panels on the eve of an official trade visit by China's president Hu Jintao ...Brisbane floods set to worsen as Australia is pounded by water
Flooding in Australia is set to worsen. Flooding in the city Brisbane will likely continue, and it is the worst flooding in over a century. Relief and emergency loans may be needed in frozen South
The Southern U.S. has been blasted with snow and ice, as winter storms continue to pound the east coast. Emergency loans may be needed soon.DMV.ca.gov launches new online services
DMV.ca.gov has expanded its online services in effort to save manpower. Drivers should enjoy the added efficiency of fewer trips to the DMV.Moment of silence fails to quiet right wing media personalities
After the Arizona shooting, right-wing commentators blamed the media for trying to turn people against conservatives ...Money laundering conviction gets Tom DeLay three years in prison
Tom DeLay, disgraced former House majority leader, has been convicted of money laundering and conspiracy. He has been sentenced to three years.Is pent-up demand for Verizon iPhone about to break loose?
The Verizon iPhone becomes a reality this week, and speculation abounds about its effect on the balance of power in the smartphone market.Pastor Fred Phelps blames Tucson shooting victims, praises gunman
Controversial Pastor Fred Phelps of Westboro Baptist Church has called Tucson shooter Jared Loughner a hero and said he'll boycott victims' funerals.Financial independence relies on smart spending as much as saving
Knowing how to spend money is the most important factor creating a budget that will help you save enough money to reach your financial goals.
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