Monthly Archives: January 2011
U.S. life expectancy gains fall behind other developed countries
A new report shows U.S. life expectancy gains have been eclipsed by many countries, thanks to an epidemic of heart disease and obesity ...Apple to integrate pay-by-wave iPhone payment system
Apple seems to be eyeing a move toward iPhone and iPad payment systems that would let users pay for purchases using their Apple devices. Industries and occupations that will create the most jobs in 2011
The best fields to find jobs in for 2011 include health care, information technology and other scientific and technical positions ...Lack of sleep can lead to obesity
Two separate studies released this week indicate that sleep deprivation contributes to many health problems, including obesity and memory loss.Cathinone | Drugs sold as bath salts have suicidal effects
A powder sold as "bath salts" in many states -- known as MDPV or cathinone -- is proving to be a highly addictive drug with suicidal effects.Festive food ideas for Super Bowl parties
A Super Bowl party is all about game-day food. Make it more festive by having a food competition or serving dishes that honor your team.Consumer Confidence Index at highest level in eight months
The U.S. Consumer Confidence Index is at its highest level in eight months, but there's room for improvement, particularly in job creation.Banks demanding advance cash for checking accounts
People are going to have to pay advance cash to banks more often to use their money, as more fees are being instituted on checking accounts.Baltimore, Maryland, to get short term loans for solar panels
Companies and homeowners in Baltimore, Maryland, will soon be offered zero-interest leases for photovoltaic systems, which make solar power.Taco Bell class action suit says its taco meat is not really beef
Taco bell is being sued for false advertising over the chain's claims that its taco meat is real ground beef. It doesn't meet USDA standards.Best supplements for immunity | Staying healthy for less
When choosing supplements, more does not always mean better. Choosing the right supplements means feeling better and saving some money, too.Rising tuition leads to more defaults on student personal loans
The rising cost of tuition, coupled with fewer decent jobs at graduation, leads to the higher rate of default on personal loans by students.New cars are cheaper than used cars in an upside-down economy
A new car loan could be cheaper than buying used thanks to 0 percent financing and a lower inventory of used vehicles available for sale ...Facebook credits to become a mandatory payment system
Facebook has announced that as of July 1, 2011, Facebook Credits will become a mandatory payment system. This will likely generate millions.Thousands of Postal Service closings announced for 2011
Searching for savings, the Postal Service announced it will close 2,000 locations in 2011 after losing $8.5 billion in fiscal year 2010 ... Man dies in a tortilla mixing machine in Brooklyn
In yet another early-morning industrial accident, a young man has died in a tortilla mixing machine in Brooklyn. Police ruled it an accident.Rahm Emanuel tossed from Chicago mayor race
Former White House Chief of Staff Rahm Emanuel has been tossed from the Chicago mayor race, as he hasn't satisfied eligibility requirements.
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