Experts Gather at McGill University to Address Food Security Challenges
Photo by by TRO Kilinochchi Staff of IDPs in the Vanni. TRO is providing humanitarian assistance to the 200,000 internally displaced persons. The Govt. of Sri Lanka is restricting international humanitarian assistance and access to these IDPs, resticting food, medicine, fuel, building materials for temporary shelters and other essential items.Leading experts from international agencies, NGOs, the food industry and academia will meet at McGill University, in Montreal, Oct. [more...]
Date: 2009-10-01 23:21:40
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Another Quasi-Nationalization, House Debuts Obama Stimulus, Russian Resource War Approaches, Prices Fall and More!
by Addison Wiggin & Ian Mathias Congress unleashes remainder of TARP… another $350 billion into the void Treasury wastes no time… Bank of ... and hawing on how “It’ll be different this time,” the rest of the bailout went straight to the Treasury ... and Merrill in less than 12 months. Today we learned Lewis has been pleading with Uncle Sam [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 20:25:19
Bad Credit Financing For Personal Loans: Reveal The Truth Here!
by Asem Eltaher 2009 is the year to refinance since the FEDS brought down rates at the beginning of the year. Pushing rates down to the 5% range and now to 4% making this the best time to apply for relief, especially when you are getting deeper in debt and have impaired your credit. Homeowners can apply for bad credit financing that is helping relieve some of the load. Sub Prime lenders are experienced with mortgage refinancing and personal loans for bad credit. [more...]
Date: 2009-10-01 10:42:17
Blocking, Tackling & Running: Leveraging a Crisis Into Real Change
There's a fairly well known cartoon of two scientists working out a problem on a chalkboard covered with complex equations and down in the circle is a little circle with the key step inserted in small print - "and then a miracle occurs". Wouldn't it be nice if we could take the same short-cut to fixing the horrendous shopping list of significant [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 20:07:11
Windows Azure and Cloud Computing Posts for 10/1/2009+
Windows Azure, Azure Data Services, SQL Azure Database and related cloud computing topics now appear in this weekly series. Note: This post is updated daily or more frequently, depending on the availability of new articles in the following sections: Azure Blob, Table and Queue Services SQL Azure Database (SADB) .NET Services: Access Control, Service Bus and Workflow Live Windows Azure Apps, Tools and Test Harnesses Windows Azure Infrastructure [more...]
Date: 2009-10-01 23:00:00
Whiplash Wednesday!
Currencies rebound VS the dollar…Aussie and kiwi lead the currencies higher…Data and Central Bank speeches today…Gold rebounds back to $1,000! And Now… Today’s Pfennig! Good day… And a Wonderful Wednesday to you… Instead of a “turn around Tuesday”, we’re seeing a whiplash Wednesday! And for once in a month of Sundays, the Big Dog, euro didn’t lead the other little dogs (currencies) off the porch to chase the dollar down the street! [more...]
Date: 2009-09-30 19:07:48
Whiplash Wednesday!
Currencies rebound VS the dollar…Aussie and kiwi lead the currencies higher…Data and Central Bank speeches today…Gold rebounds back to $1,000! And Now… Today’s Pfennig! Good day… And a Wonderful Wednesday to you… Instead of a “turn around Tuesday”, we’re seeing a whiplash Wednesday! And for once in a month of Sundays, the Big Dog, euro didn’t lead the other little dogs (currencies) off the porch to chase the dollar down the street! [more...]
Date: 2009-09-30 19:07:48
Mortgage Calculators Can Be Invaluable When Comparing Loans
by Matthew Eccles Are you looking for some inside information on free mortgage calculators? Here’s an up-to-date report from mortgage calculator experts who should know the formulas used to calculate mortgage payments. Mortgage calculators can be a useful tool for comparing loan offers. Some mortgage calculators allow you to enter your current mortgage rate and term length into the calculator along with the rates and terms of prospective lenders. [more...]
Date: 2009-09-30 22:59:48
iPage Hosting is officially here!
Not long ago I was talking about the ‘come back’ of iPag e and yes, they are now officially here. iPage launched October 1st, 2009 and here’s a quick print screen of their website. What’s about iPage? iPage web services Confession: I thought the new iPage is all about hosting when I first saw their ‘coming soon’ page. Apparently, I was wrong. iPage is a lot more than just a hosting service provider. [more...]
Date: 2009-10-01 05:54:17
How To Quickly Build a Big Subscriber List
This is about email subscribers, not RSS subscribers. RSS is nice, but it will be awhile before it hits critical mass for most markets ... t know how to use RSS. The fact is, even if you are in a niche where your readership is savvy enough ... for free. (If I had to start all over, this is exactly how I would launch my business on the web [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 20:33:40
Truer Words Never Spoken
The other day Josh Marshall had a reader write in and describe the challenge President-elect Obama is going to face with the media and ultimately ... government control over the free market in the United States." The article itself details a report ... to fail. But the entire point of the report is that we presently do not have a functioning free market [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 18:06:00
De-leveraging the Children of Wall Street
submitted by James Baker Welch, VP of Rothschild Investments One of the most stunning facts of the 2008 Financial Melt-down has been the wholesale ... regulatory agencies to determine if the institution has met the credit needs of its entire community. 1 The CRA began to compel banks to underwrite less credit-worthy mortgage loans in order [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 15:40:18
Why Did Bank of America Pay ACORN?
On September 29, the article “Bank of America Pulls ACORN funding” appeared on the CNN political ticker. While the short piece thankfully does list some of ACORN’s recent scandals, such as the Breitbart video investigation and the voter registration fraud, it didn’t answer the question that was surely on every reader’s mind: What exactly [more...]
Date: 2009-10-01 07:08:36
Identify Credit Repair Scam in 6 Ways!!
by David Wada Everyday, companies target consumers who have poor credit histories with promises to clean up their credit report so they can get a ... . The truth is, these companies cant deliver an improved credit report for you using the tactics they promote. Its illegal: No one can remove accurate negative information from your credit report. So [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 06:23:45
Europe filled with anti-Semitism… Again
Sad, but not surprising, coming out of the continent that gave the world the National Socialist Party. You and I call them Nazis ... and Madrid. Give Giancarlo Desiderati credit for his unintellectual honesty. While most left-wing ... , Intifada, Free Palestine.” Mr. Van Bommel later insisted this wasn’t a call for Jewish blood but for “ [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 12:56:35
The New Rules of Green Travel
The Iowa Climate Change Advisory Council recently released its final report which suggests two scenarios to cut the state's .. ... credit crunch, many economies are in poor shape. Oil prices are continuing ... continue » ‘Shovel Ready ... of production and products ... click to view full size [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 18:54:17
On Credit Cards and Free Credit Reports.
Finally I was able to pay online my credit card dues yesterday. It’s not that I’m short on funds (since my bill is just a few hundred bucks) ... credit reports. If there are corrections, they should notify the agency to remove credit report ... so I was just lax about it. That’s how I am usually when our budget’s not that tight. My hubby insist [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 06:40:58
Recognizing a Credit Repair Scam
by David Wada Everyday, companies target consumers who have poor credit histories with promises to clean up their credit report so they can get a ... . The truth is, these companies cant deliver an improved credit report for you using the tactics they promote. Its illegal: No one can remove accurate negative information from your credit report. So [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 06:24:58
3 Ways People are Making Affiliate Sales (That Work!)
This is a guest post contributed by Glen Allsopp who writes the PluginID blog which is a wonderful read about personal development. If you are interested in contributing a guest post here, please see these guidelines. Over to Glen… When Caroline offered her readers the chance to do a guest post, I had to jump at the opportunity [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 03:42:50
Gates of Vienna News Feed 1/8/2009
The latest word is that an agreement with Russia has been reached, and the flow through the gas pipeline will resume.Also, look for the storming of the Israeli consulate in Montreal, as well as other Gaza-inspired violence around the world.Thanks to AA, Abu Elvis, Insubria, JD, Tuan Jim, Vlad Tepes, and all the other tipsters who sent these in [more...]
Date: 2009-01-09 04:49:00
Friday wrap
Dem Congress to pump raw sewage into nation's workplaces ... The AFL-CIO advanced an argument detailing why a "majority sign-up" is the best option for preserving "the freedom of working people." Below is a syllogism that encapsulates an argument found on the AFL-CIO website.1. The workplace environment has been poisoned by browbeating employers.2 [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 11:30:00
Contrasting recent Oklahoma City and Winnipeg morning radio coverage about education
I had a moment of significant cognitive dissonance this morning driving in to work, listening to the radio. photo credit: rakkasan69 This past Friday morning, for THREE HOURS, I was a minor guest ... them put down with disgust a news report about a school (in the UK, I think) where the school [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 04:10:21
How Do I Sell My Stuff On EBay
By Amanda O'Brien Finding it increasingly difficult to get enough money to survive? Want to get some extra money for your family? Then perhaps you should consider selling products on eBay. Internet businesses are becoming a very popular way of making money. Selling on eBay is easier than most other businesses. Finding it increasingly difficult to get enough money to survive? Want to get some extra money for your family? Then perhaps you should consider selling products on eBay. [more...]
Date: 2009-10-01 09:02:47
State of Cycling in Massachusetts
Today is the last day in the world I'd ride my bike because it was -3 degrees when I woke up ... "T-boning" accidents where motorists don't realize how fast bikes go and turn in front of them. Bikes ... is absolutely at fault for hitting me. I wish I could claim credit for helping pass this law, but the credit [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 22:08:26
RAIDERS OF THE LOST ARK Report
I saw Raiders of the Lost Ark at the Continental Theatre on 01/14/09 at 9pm. With one notable exception, the entire experience was awesome ... current releases may find their own place in the flashback series. To Mike's credit, he vowed ... , and a small bit of dirt at the reel changes. It was also a tad dark. But these quibbles are minor. The 35mm [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 15:13:59
LifeLock Review
LifeLock is the company that has a picture of their CEO, Todd Davis, ... service guarantee, everything else is free to the public. You May Not Need It If you are diligent ... . They will remember to put fraud alerts on your credit history at the three bureaus every 90 days [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 12:19:44
Government Intervention in Foreclosure
This is Part Four of a series of articles on foreclosures. This article does not constitute legal advice ... intervention as well as discuss possible future intervention programs. For other preventative measures, check ... , 2008 report “Economic Analysis of a Mortgage Foreclosure Moratorium,” provides some analysis: “ [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 07:00:13
SBA Loans
8 of the best sites with information about Small Business Administration loans. Know of another site that should be listed here? Leave your suggestions at the bottom of the page. (Related searches: Business Loans , Business Credit Card , Small Business Advice ) 1. SBA Loans at U.S. Small Business Administration - Get information from the U.S. Small Business Administration regarding loan programs to assist small businesses. [more...]
Date: 2009-10-01 17:07:35
How To Break Away From The Debt Prison, Forever!
By Tom Graneau Americans are plagued with personal financial problems ... dictated to by an invisible being telling me what to do, and how to do it. I prefer to have the freedom ... finance is the most common platform for human errors. Many of us have purchased more “stuff” on credit [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 18:03:11
Sustainable Transportation Priorities In a Post-Bush America
An excellent article by Phillip Longman in the current issue of "Washington Monthly" is well worth reading as a primer on the current state of our freight rail systems in America, and for the arguments he makes that freight rail needs to be a major recipient of the historical infrastructure investment package proposed by the incoming Obama [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 11:51:35
Apple's Steve Jobs Taking Leave Of Absence To Deal With His Health
Steve Jobs is taking a leave of absence from Apple for health reasons. Tim Cook, the company's COO, will take over, Apple announced ... came after months of speculation about whether his pancreatic cancer had returned, based on how thin ... he has received most of the credit for the company's turnaround over the past few years, he's also [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 23:48:41
Gates of Vienna News Feed 1/6/2009
Tuan Jim sends an string of important news articles about the gas pipeline crisis caused by the deadlock between Russia and Ukraine. He notes that the affected countries are dusting off alternative sources of energy — fuel oil and nuclear reactors — for electricity generation.Thanks to AA, Abu Elvis, C [more...]
Date: 2009-01-07 04:50:00
Farewell
Farewell Posted by Lorie Byrd Published: January 15, 2009 - 6: ... of the free world to Texas retiree, I have a feeling that George Bush looks forward to it. He has been far from perfect, but has had some great achievements for which he has received little, if any, credit [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 23:17:28
Debt relief solutions are assisting thousands to get out of debt
Many consumers have been falling prey to the unscrupulous actions taken by the money grubbing credit card companies, ... negative slight against the debtor’s credit report. These practices are forcing consumers to look ... a negative on their credit report and giving the creditors the ability to raise the rate and basically [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 14:48:15
Episode 5007 (1/14/2009)
Hey, I don’t pay my taxes; why can’t I be treasury secretary? This is The Colbert Report! ... him his own ass.” Guest- Alan Khazei In closing: “Well, that’s it for The Report, everybody. Remember ... get not one, but two sets billed to your credit card. Goodnight everybody!” Video Highlight: P.K. [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 03:20:16
p2pnet World Headlines – Sept 30, 2009
Two-Thirds of Americans Object to Online Tracking New York Times About two-thirds of Americans object to online tracking by advertisers — and that number rises once they learn the different ways marketers are following their online movements, according to a new survey from professors at the University of Pennsylvania and the University of California, Berkeley. [more...]
Date: 2009-09-30 21:20:04
I think I have been the victim of identity theft. What can I do?
The following post in our Reader Question series is an actual user submitted question ... in any way. Q: I got my social on January of last year and I’ve been trying to make credit applying for credit cards and they send letters saying that I already have bad credit, and criminal accounts [more...]
Date: 2009-01-17 00:33:48
Hoarders and Destroyers
Just when you thought it was all baked into the cake...whammo! Another pie to the face. Get ready for more pies. In fact, you could take your pick of pies this morning. The most painful pie was yesterday's 4.3% decline on the All Ords. It was the worst day of the year for Australian stocks. Unemployment called in at 4 [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 03:04:54
Why Starting a Business in a Bad Economy Is a Great Idea
iStock_000004936705XSmall By now, you’ve probably heard all the warnings about operating a business in the current economic climate ... m going to give you reasons why not only operating, but starting, an online business in a bad economy ... equipment? A lot. The cost of these things is significantly decreased when operating an online business [more...]
Date: 2009-01-15 17:10:54
Transcript: President George W. Bush Final Press Conference - January 12, 2009
(Source: White House Press Office) 9:17 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Tapper. We have been through a lot together. As I look through the room, I see Jake, Mike, Herman, Ann Compton. Just seemed like yesterday that — that I was on the campaign trail and you were analyzing my speeches and my policies [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 20:41:57
The New Year Creates Fresh Opportunity for Resolving to Reduce Debt
Free Rapid Debt Reducer software and online advice at RapidDebtReducer.com provide big motivation for making a commitment today GROTON, Vt., Jan ... report and score, and put that information to use ... Jolley to the millions of Americans who are struggling with overdue credit card payments, defaults [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 10:50:23
Nightly (Value) Investment Links #57 Part 1
Here are todays links as well as some highlights since I last ran the nightly links. These Links will be two part as they are very extensive ... January Outlook: Pyramid Crumbling - Via Pimco 3. Apollo Asia Fund 4th Quarter 2008 Report - Via ... Paul Kedrosky 23. US Savings Tsunami And Its Implications - Via Paul Kedrosky 24. Credit Quality [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 23:50:57
by Dr. Ellen Hodgson Brown featured writerDandelion SaladEllen’s postwebofdebt ... is repelled.” If banks can create money, why are we suffering from a “credit crunch”? Why can’t banks ... billion in taxpayer money to reversing the credit crisis, and the Federal Reserve has already fanned [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 22:30:40
My 2008 Discretionary Spending: Progress and Challenges
For nearly three years, I’ve chronicled my adventures as I learn about money management. I’ve dug myself out of debt, quit my job to write full time, and begun to build wealth. But how well do I practice what I preach? For the most part, I follow my own advice [more...]
Date: 2009-01-12 13:00:06
Reducing Post-Purchase Anxiety: Order Confirmation Emails & Thank You Pages
The order confirmation email. So important. The sender name, even more important. Do we spend so much time optimizing images, product copy and site usability to reduce friction ... assures the customer that you’ve got their credit card information. He/she still lives on a prayer until [more...]
Date: 2009-01-08 11:30:29
FRIDAY JANUARY 16, 2009
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Date: 2009-01-16 14:29:00
The Great American Ponzi Scheme
Give us Madoff! Give us Madoff! “Oil rises to $39 on Bernanke comments…” “Asian stocks rise after Bernanke remarks…” When they turned out the ... . And then, the report gets down to business. The world economy is dangerously ill, says Dr. Bernanke, or words ... say to bring about the turnaround? We find the report on the front page of the [more...]
Date: 2009-01-14 17:00:26
Kicking Off the Panic of 2009
“Sir, there are no seats left. You’re going to have to stand in the back.” I was only 10 minutes late, but the conference hall was packed. Every seat was taken. The walls were lined with people. At that point, I knew without a doubt, there was a lot more downside left in real estate [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 01:10:34
at the Apple Macworld keynote… Update: Apple marketing exec Phil Schiller just announced at Macworld that starting immediately, 8 million songs on iTunes will be available without copy-protection, and that “By the end of this quarter, all 10 million songs will be DRM free.” Apple will, as rumored, offer new prices, 69 cents [more...]
Date: 2009-01-06 17:02:36
obamessiah: inaugural emergencies & the end of the beginning
'state of emergency' declared for inaugurationfrom nytimes: It is true, President Bush sounded alarms about Barack Obama during the campaign season. On Tuesday, Mr. Bush went one step further: He declared Mr. Obama’s inauguration an actual emergency. The declaration, though, was not a political statement about Republicans being run out of town [more...]
Date: 2009-01-16 06:10:00
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