Credit Card: Know Your Rights

Credit Card: Know Your Rights: "Think resolving credit problems is as difficult as finishing a five–star Sudoku puzzle? Then check out Credit Card Rights, a new, informative package of publications from AARP, the Federal Reserve Board, and the Federal Citizen Information Center. It’s filled with helpful tips and advice on how you can protect your credit history and fix any errors that may occur."

IRS Web Site, Where’s My Refund? See Increased Use

IRS Web Site, Where’s My Refund? See Increased Use: "The Internal Revenue Service released statistics today showing that taxpayers’ use of IRS.gov, which includes features such as Where’s My Refund? is increasing. Use of the IRS Web site has increased 9 percent over this time last year to 83.3 million visits. "

Taking The Mystery Out Of Retirement Planning

Taking The Mystery Out Of Retirement Planning: "This chapter will help you shine a light on the mystery of where you will find the money to support yourself in retirement. Many people don’thave a clear idea of how much money they actually have, so it’s hard to know how much they might be able to count on when they no longer work. "

”Cow Power” to Energize 2007 Ag Day at State Capitol

”Cow Power” to Energize 2007 Ag Day at State Capitol: "Cow power” will generate the energy needed to run Ag Day 2007. California Department of Food and Agriculture Secretary A.G. Kawamura will join state lawmakers, the California Women for Agriculture and gold medalist Shaun White for the celebration. Included among the festivities will be a demonstration of agriculture-related renewable energy from Ag Day partner PG&E, the recognition of art contest winners and a salad-making demonstration from Ag Day partner California Grown. "

Digital-to-Analog Converter Box:Commerce Department Issues Final Rule To Launch Digital-to-Analog Converter Box Coupon Program

Digital-to-Analog Converter Box:Commerce Department Issues Final Rule To Launch Digital-to-Analog Converter Box Coupon Program: "Full-Power TV Stations to Cease Analog Broadcasts after Feb. 17, 2009. All U.S. Households Eligible to Apply For Up to Two, $40 Coupons Toward the Purchase of Digital-to-Analog Converter Boxes Starting January 2008"

FAA Forecasts Steady Growth in Air Travel Demand

FAA Forecasts Steady Growth in Air Travel Demand: ".S. Secretary of Transportation Mary E. Peters today cautioned that aviation delays will grow without significant reforms, as forecasters predict air traffic will increase by the equivalent of two major hub airports each year through 2020."

Advanced Degrees: Earnings Gap Highlighted by Census Bureau Data on Educational Attainment

Advanced Degrees: Earnings Gap Highlighted by Census Bureau Data on Educational Attainment: "Adults with advanced degrees earn four times more than those with less than a high school diploma, according to tabulations released today by the U.S. Census Bureau."

Women: Stay Healthy at Any Age- Your Checklist for Health

Women: Stay Healthy at Any Age- Your Checklist for Health: "What can you do to stay healthy and prevent disease? You can get certain screening tests, take preventive medicine if you need it, and practice healthy behaviors."

IRS Free File Usage Tops 2 Million

IRS Free File Usage Tops 2 Million: "The Internal Revenue Service reminds taxpayers to take advantage of Free File, which allows most taxpayers to electronically file their tax returns at no cost through this Web site. Through March 13, almost 2.6 million taxpayers have electronically filed their returns using Free File."

Gift Cards: Kmart Settles With FTC Over Gift Card Sales Practices

Gift Cards: Kmart Settles With FTC Over Gift Card Sales Practices: "Kmart Corporation has agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it engaged in deceptive practices in advertising and selling its Kmart gift card. As part of the settlement, Kmart will implement a refund program and publicize it on its Web site. This is the agency’s first law enforcement action involving gift cards"

2007 American Eagle Silver Proof Coins Available March 27

2007 American Eagle Silver Proof Coins Available March 27: "The United States Mint announced today that the 2007 American Eagle Silver Proof Coins will be available for sale on March 27, 2007, at 12:00 noon (ET)."

Direct Deposit Refunds Top $100 Billion; Now They Can Be Deposited In Up To Three Accounts

Direct Deposit Refunds Top $100 Billion; Now They Can Be Deposited In Up To Three Accounts: "For millions of Americans, the refund check is no longer in the mail; it’s in the bank. According to the Internal Revenue Service, direct-deposit refunds soared over the $100 billion mark last week as a growing number of taxpayers are choosing the speed and convenience of direct deposit, rather than receiving a paper check."

IRS Tax Extensions: IRS Reminds Corporations to E-File or File for an Extension by March 15

IRS Tax Extensions: IRS Reminds Corporations to E-File or File for an Extension by March 15: "Today the Internal Revenue Service reminds certain corporations with assets of $10 million or more and whose tax year is the calendar year to e-file their returns or file for an extension by the March 15 filing deadline. Corporate taxpayers who chose to request extensions are encouraged to submit their requests through e-file."

Investing Overseas: A Workshop About Investing Overseas

Investing Overseas: A U.S. Government Workshop on Overseas Investments : "As minority and women-owned small businesses grow by participating in the global marketplace, they face unique challenges. Lack of knowledge about government programs available to support overseas investment, the scarcity of private sector capital to pursue opportunities abroad, or concern over political risks in emerging markets can prevent minority and women-owned businesses from expanding overseas. The EXPANDING HORIZONS Workshop will address these concerns "

USGS to Offer $7 Million in Earthquake Research Grants: Online-Only Applications Due May 16, 2007

USGS to Offer $7 Million in Earthquake Research Grants: Online-Only Applications Due May 16, 2007 The U.S. Geological Survey announced today that it will award up to $7 million in grants and cooperative agreements for earthquake research in 2008.

Acting Surgeon General Issues National Call to Action on Underage Drinking

Acting Surgeon General Issues National Call to Action on Underage Drinking: "Too many Americans consider underage drinking a rite of passage to adulthood,' said Dr. Moritsugu. 'Research shows that young people who start drinking before the age of 15 are five times more likely to have alcohol-related problems later in life. New research also indicates that alcohol may harm the developing adolescent brain. "