Thursday, October 30, 2008

FTC Launches New Web Site for Kids

The Federal Trade Commission today launched a new Web site to introduce kids to key consumer and business concepts. Set in a shopping mall takes kids on an experiential journey that presents the FTC’s mission and its important role in American commerce. Kids under 12 are reported to spend billions of dollars on goods and services every year. FTC Launches New Web Site for Kids

Foreclosure Prevention: HUD Modernizes Online Guide For Avoiding Foreclosure

WASHINGTON - Do you need help finding a housing counselor or contacting your lender? Or do you want more information about mortgage refinance options offered by HUD's Federal Housing Administration (FHA)? Americans are able to do all this and more thanks to an updated website developed by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. Foreclosure Prevention: HUD Modernizes Online Guide For Avoiding Foreclosure

Prevention of Relapse to Cocaine Use: Recruiting Partcipants

This study will evaluate whether, compared to placebo, aripiprazole increases the time to relapse to cocaine use in abstinent polydrug users in methadone maintenance therapy. Prevention of Relapse to Cocaine Use: Recruiting Participants

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

NTSB Adds Restricted Cell Phone Use, EMS Safety To 2009 Most Wanted List Of Safety Improvements; Positive Train Control Removed After 18 Years On The List

The National Transportation Safety Board today issued its 2009 Federal Most Wanted List of safety improvements.  Newly added to the list of 15 areas of concern were: Improve Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Flight Operations, Restrict the Use of Cell Phones by motorcoach drivers, and require Electronic On-Board Recorders by all motor carriers.  NTSB Adds Restricted Cell Phone Use, EMS Safety To 2009 Most Wanted List Of Safety Improvements; Positive Train Control Removed After 18 Years On The List

Mutual Fund Regulatory Filings to Be Available to Investors Online

The Securities and Exchange Commission has adopted rule revisions to require that mutual funds and other companies seeking exemptions under the Investment Company Act submit their applications electronically. Mutual Fund Regulatory Filings to Be Available to Investors Online

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Hurricane Gustav Victims Can Get Help With Many Disaster Expenses

Mississippians, who suffered damages or losses from Hurricane Gustav and who are not eligible for a disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), may be referred to FEMA's Other Needs Assistance (ONA) program to help with disaster-related expenses. Hurricane Gustav Victims Can Get Help With Many Disaster Expenses

Earthquakes? Don't be Scared; Be Prepared

What if you knew that a magnitude 7.8 earthquake would happen in less than three weeks? In a new video interview, USGS earthquake scientist Dr. Lucy Jones explains that millions of Southern Californians will be preparing as if they do know, thanks to the Great Southern California ShakeOut. Earthquakes? Don't be Scared; Be Prepared

Halloween Shoppers Beware! Even Cosmetic Contact Lenses Require Prescriptions

The Halloween season spells big business for the cosmetic contact lens industry, as consumers shop for just the right lenses to play the part of a mummy or vampire, or to change the color of their eyes for the evening. Halloween Shoppers Beware! Even Cosmetic Contact Lenses Require Prescriptions

Buying a Foreclosed Home? Uncle Sam Shows You How

Are you fascinated by the home makeover television programs that show the excitement of buying and renovating a foreclosed home? Have you seen foreclosed homes in your city that look like a good buy? Before you go out to the next courthouse auction to buy your next home or dream of flipping that house for major profits, be sure to do your homework. Buying a Foreclosed Home? Uncle Sam Shows You How

Monday, October 27, 2008

Hate Crimes 2007: FBI Releases Report

Hate crimes like these are a sad reality for our country, and each year, the FBI crunches a lot of numbers to get our arms around these crimes as relayed to us by thousands of our law enforcement partners nationwide. Hate Crimes 2007: FBI releases Report

Same-Sex Teen Harassment: EEOC Settles Suit

EEOC Settles Suit for Young Men Who Were Sexually Abused at Hotel Chain. Same-Sex Teen Harassment: EEOC Settles Suit

Car Shoppers Can Save Money and Time with 2009 Fuel Economy Guide

To help consumers make well-informed choices when purchasing new vehicles, EPA and the Department of Energy (DOE) have unveiled the 2009 Fuel Economy Guide. Car Shoppers Can Save Money and Time with 2009 Fuel Economy Guide