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Part-timers head out for the winter Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:41AMREHOBOTH BEACH -- As winter slowly ensues and resort areas become ghost towns, part-time residents are taking strides to safeguard their homes against burglars and vagabonds.
Minimum wage law works Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:37AMBy Hui Weng Tat, For The Straits Times, 2 September 2010 IN A surprising departure from its usual free market orientation, Hong Kong lawmakers recently voted in favour of a minimum wage law for vulnerable low-wage workers. It may be time for Singapore to consider a minimum wage law; such a policy may be preferable to [...]
Alumni group gains from logo contract Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:34AMCredit cards emblazoned with the UCLA logo pass through hundreds of hands in Los Angeles and California every day. But what is seldom known is that the UCLA Alumni Association is compensated by Bank of America every time one of these credit card accounts is opened and outstanding debt is accumulated by a cardholder.
Bees card fraud suspect 'mainly bought booze' Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:34AMThe man who allegedly picked up Blue Bulls prop and murder accused Bees Roux's bank cards on the morning Tshwane Metro Police officer Sergeant Johannes Mogale was killed, apparently went on a shopping spree, buying mostly alcohol.
Today's death notices - 09/07/10 Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:23AMPlease log in at right to read this story. Subscribing to Reporter-Times.com/MD-Times.com gives you 24/7 access to our news, features, and story archives (back to 2003) from anywhere.
Loan quality in Indian banks deteriorated: Bhatt Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:23AMThere has been a steady deterioration in asset quality of banks in the last two years on account of heavy stress in credit card and personal loan product segments, a top banking industry official said today.
Pitroda to bring digital credit card to mobiles! Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:11AMFor the last 15 years, Pitroda and Desai's team is working on the technology to pay through mobile phones. Pitroda already has 11 patents with him and some 20 patents related to this technology are pending for registration.
Money Matters: Parents who co-sign a teen's credit card need to set firm rules Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 4:04AMParents now often need to co-sign a teenager's credit card, and while they can bail out a child how is starting to drown in debt, there should be firm rules to prevent sustained credit trouble. Money Matters reporter Tara Lynn Wagner filed the following report.
'I just couldn't believe it' Tuesday, September 7, 2010 @ 3:59AMOXFORD - Competition figure skater Anilta M. Cournoyer-Sullivan was a 31-year-old mother when her wallet was stolen at a Worcester skating rink.
Four in court over NI brothels Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:59AMTwo women and two men have appeared in court in Belfast charged in connection with trafficking prostitutes into Northern Ireland.
Will iPod Touch 4th Generation Cannibalize on iPhone 4 Sales? TP Asks the Crowd Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:57AMLet's face it. Up until the market reign of the 3rd Generation iPod Touch, people would choose the more expensive iPhone over an iPod Touch largely because of two things: 1. iPhone is - well - also a phone. 2. iPhone has a camera. 'Camera-less' iPod Touch 3rd Generation Now that the 4th iteration to Apple's best-selling mobile gaming device is poised to hit store shelves in a few days with not ...
Isang gabi sa Quiapo Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:48AMAng Quiapo ay isang pasyalan, isang tagpuan, isang mataong kalyeng puno ng trapiko, at sentro ng mga "kababalaghan" (anuman ang pakahulugan nito) sa Maynila. Biyernes ang araw ng Quiapo. Sa araw na ito'y libu-libo ang dumadagsa upang magdasal sa simbahan ng Mahal na Nazareno. Ako, bilang isang deboto ng Nazareno, ay nagsisimba tuwing Biyernes sa Quiapo. Kakatwa talaga dahil hindi naman ako ...
Venus Williams' U.S. Open Outfit: Short, Skimpy & Pink (PICTURES) Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:47AMVenus Williams' latest U.S. Open outfit is drawing plenty of attention. The tennis superstar showed up at the Grand Slam event Sunday in a skimpy pinkish red outfit -- hardly the first time she has made waves with her on-court clothing . And in May, Williams' lacy French Open outfit was the subject of much conversation.
Districts ready for new school year Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:34AMContributing to this article were Progress staff writers Steven Galante Jr. and Cheryl Joseph; editor Lorie Russo Greenspan and contributing writer Edward A. Burke.
Sheriff Report Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:33AMEmanuel County Sheriff’s Deputies reported: August 23 Victim on Bear Rd. stated that the suspect threatened to kill her and burn her house down.
Come for afternoon tea at Morristown's Acorn Hall on Sept. 25 Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:21AMMORRISTOWN - Guests can savor an afternoon tea in the ambiance of Victorian Acorn Hall ay 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 25.
GOP leader ordered to pay nearly $8K in dispute Monday, September 6, 2010 @ 11:20AMBOISE, Idaho (AP) — An Idaho Republican official was ordered by the courts to pay nearly $8,000 linked to tardy payments on his credit card. The Idaho Statesman reports Rod Beck, the Idaho GOP's Region 4 chairman, stopped paying his Discovery Card bill in January 2009. Court records indicate Beck disputed a $6,695.51 bill, but a judge granted a motion from debt collectors for summary judgment ...
Today's death notices: 9/6/10 Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:23AMPlease log in at right to read this story. Subscribing to Reporter-Times.com/MD-Times.com gives you 24/7 access to our news, features, and story archives (back to 2003) from anywhere.
Unionbank sees 2010 income exceeding last year’s 100% growth Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:09AMWith its asset growth still one of the strongest, Unionbank said that it is possible that its full-year 2010 income will exceed last year’s 100 percent growth.
Nowak blames Seitz for Union’s draw with K.C. Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 9:04AMCHESTER — There was no dancing around it: Peter Nowak was disappointed and he let everyone know it.
In the new Wild West, the bad guys are online Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:58AMIn the e-commerce world, it's a matter of trust or bust.
Tambagi ko Noy Kulas: Mga reaksyon Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:50AMDEAR Noy Kulas, read more
San Francisco Giants hit four homers to overtake Los Angeles Dodgers Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:43AMLOS ANGELES -- The San Diego Padres aren't just opening the door for the Giants in the NL West. With their losing streak reaching nine games Saturday, the Padres are putting down the red carpet, plugging in the coffee urn and arranging a fancy tray of delectable edibles.
Solar power's time to shine in Florida? Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:38AMJacque Wirth was a local pioneer in getting consumers interested in harnessing the sun for electricity. It was more than three decades ago that she opened Solar Energy Systems of Brevard.
Service & smiles Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:38AM[...] it's definitely the kind of place you would try while traveling, especially if you have cranky kids or picky grandparents in tow. For the people of Glenville, it's been as steady a fixture on the central highway strip as the thrift stores that populate the neighborhood. The Queen's "senior menu" offers meals of expansive quantity for just $10.99. Another server took over promptly and ...
Philadelphia Phillies Starting to Hit Their Stride During Playoff Push Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:31AMOver the past few weeks, the Phillies have been winning in a variety of ways. Whether it's a big win, a late comeback, a close pitchers' duel, or just a game won on smart baseball like the one they played Saturday night against the Brewers, they're getting the job done. That's what we're used to seeing from the Phillies, but it had been a rarity for a lot of the 2010 season. This didn't look ...
Searching for wisdom Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 8:30AMToday in our society and nation there's a serious disconnect between what someone has the right to do, and what someone actually should do.
Upside-down mortgages rising locally Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 3:05AMIf you owe more on your mortgage than your home is worth, that's considered an upside-down mortgage.
On the House: Appraisers often in the dark about solar panels Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:59AMThis steamy summer's electric bills might well have steered some of your dinner-table conversations to ideas for making the sun work for you, rather than the reverse.
Business calendar Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:53AMIndependence from Credit Card Debt seminar: 6 p.m., Suite 550 of 3000 Building, 3000 Old Canton Road, Jackson. Pre-registration preferred but not required. Organized by CredAbility. Call Chris Burford at (601) 362-7284 or e-mail chris.burford@cccsinc.org to pre-register or with questions.
NATION Nation Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:51AMOne Nevada gubernatorial hopeful sees a speedy fix to Nevada's budget crisis.
New rules tackle sneaky fees Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:43AMDon't look now, but the plastic in your wallet is getting safer and easier to understand and use - at least if you're the right type of customer.
Week in review A look back at the week's top stories Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:42AMThree former Arrow Trucking Co. insiders have filed $1.38 million in priority wage claims against Arrow Trucking's bankruptcy estate, court documents show.
VERNICE DAVIS ANTHONY: Eleanor Josaitis Unsung Hero Award Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:30AMHer own breast cancer diagnosis was a reawakening to the vulnerability and confusion people feel as hospital patients. It made Vernice Davis Anthony, CEO and president of the Greater Detroit Area Health Council, more adamant about what she calls the next frontier in health care: finding ways to better inform and work with patients to help them get better care.
Get involved Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:28AMBloomfield Township Senior Services is offering a free weeklong opportunity for local senior citizens ages 50 and older to sample the fitness classes offered at the new Bloomfield Township Senior Center. New fitness classes that will be offered include Aqua Zoom, Aqua Nia, Chair Yoga, Chair Tai Chi, Fusion for Mind & Body, Muscle Relaxation, Circuit Training.
Motorola phone offers Android on prepaid plan Sunday, September 5, 2010 @ 2:26AMProduct: Boost Motorola i1, a no-contract touch-screen Android smart phone. Features: Runs Android 1.5 operating system with Opera Mini Web browser and nationwide walkie-talkie on Nextel's network. Has a 5-megapixel camera with a flash and 4X digital zoom.
Rob Samouce: New 2010 homeowners’ association laws enacted Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 5:00AMNew 2010 homeowners’ association laws enacted
Officers 'didn't test Roux's blood alcohol' Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:54AMControversial Blue Bulls prop Bees Roux appears almost certain to walk away scot free from any drunken driving conviction.
Banks leave customers in 'poverty' Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:49AMHigh Street banks have been accused of leaving some customers in "dire poverty" after taking money out of their accounts without permission.
Letters to the editor / Political mailbag Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:28AMTwo of the crassest, most cynical political campaigns I've witnessed in a long time are being run by the current Republican candidates for the U.S. Senate and governorship.
'Leave it to a billionaire' Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:13AMLinda McMahon's opinion column in the Sunday, Aug. 29, Connecticut Post is full of misconceptions and misinformation. First of all, the expiration of reduced taxes for America's well-to-do is not a tax increase. Letting the tax cuts expire does not mean a tax increase for the middle class.
Man charged with theft for tire scam Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:09AMA Green Bay man was charged Friday in Brown County Circuit Court with deflating womens car tires and then stealing from them while pretending to help them with a portable air compressor.
Yankton Police Warn Of Scam Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:06AMFrom P&D Staff Reports The Yankton Police Department is warning of a scam that has already resulted in one local business losing more than $900.
BEWARE OF FRAUDULENT SUBSCRIPTION RENEWALS! Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 4:01AMSorry to interrupt your normal track-related viewing, but an old set of familiar scam artists is back plaguing us again. Recently a number of our subscribers have been solicited for subscriptions renewals by a company called Publishers Services Exchange.
Newtown Township Police Report, Aug. 23-29 Saturday, September 4, 2010 @ 3:58AMMonday, Aug. 16 Riding ATV on the street Police were dispatched to Williams Avenue in Wrightstown Township around 6:20 p.m. for a complaint that someone was riding an ATV on his street. The responding officer spoke with the caller and checked the neighborhood, but did not locate the vehicles.
Sharapova On Deck For US Open Underdog Capra Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:11AMMaria Sharapova's next match at the US Open will come against 18-year-old Beatrice Capra, the 371st-ranked American who, with a win in that third-round match, would be one step closer to becoming the 2010 version of Melanie Oudin.
PitCo Jury convicts Clark’s Market thief Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:06AMA Pitkin County jury convicted an Aspen man of felony theft and conspiracy charges Thursday afternoon, for stealing more than $1,700 in groceries from Clark’s Market with the cooperation of two store clerks. Xavier Samson, 40, faces a prison sentence of two to six years for the theft-in-a-series conviction, and one to three years for conspiring to commit that theft. read more
Sheriffs' Log Sept. 3 Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:04AM• Laurie Hancock, 43, of Carson City, was arrested Thursday on suspicion of felony embezzlement, obtaining money under false pretenses, using a credit card without owner's permission, possession of methamphetamine and misdemeanor possession of drug paraphernalia.
Sheriff: ‘How could this happen in Silver Springs?' Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:04AMLyon County Sheriff Allen Veil answers questions Thursday at a press conference regarding the death of Silver Springs woman Peggy Herlacher, while District Attorney Bob Auer, Lt. Brian Veil and Undersheriff Joe Sanford look on.
Techcombank launches internet credit card Friday, September 3, 2010 @ 6:03AMVietNamNet Bridge – Technological and Commercial Bank of Vietnam, or Techcombank, has combined with Rêv Asia Pacific Co. to launch a virtual card called Rêv Visa Internet Card that allows customers to buy goods via the internet.