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Chalk up more back-to-school savings by shopping online
Before school starts in the fall, parents will tackle the task of back-to-school shopping. The "must-buy" list often doesn't change much from year to year. Students of all ages and schooling levels will need pencils, notebooks, new clothes, backpacks and folders. As you develop a shopping list for your children this year...
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Are small businesses protecting themselves from a data breach?
A data breach can be a challenge for any business, but this is especially true for smaller businesses. Not only can it be more difficult for a smaller business to recover from a data breach, but criminals may also be more likely to target smaller firms.
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How do you keep cash flowing? Small companies go online for answers
The Great Recession will probably be a subject of discussion and debate for decades to come, but one certain ideology has emerged from it: small businesses have had to reassess how they manage cash flow.
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The marriage merge: practical tips for combining your lives
Your wedding is sure to be the happiest day of your life, but marriage stretches well beyond those 24 hours. Merging your lives as husband and wife starts even before you say your "I do's" and will require some effort and patience - which will be good practice for your future life together.
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Why debt is a four letter word
There are many "do's" and "don'ts" when it comes to wise financial planning and stewardship. But many financial planning experts would agree that at or near the top of the don't list would be the following simple piece of financial advice: Don't fall into debt.
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The most-overlooked financial planning tool that's free to everyone
What did you do with that envelope that used to arrive once a year with estimates of your future Social Security benefits? You might have reviewed the information. You may have even filed the statement away as a reference. Now, this powerful financial planning tool is as close as the nearest computer.
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Squeeze more savings out of the gas pump this summer
With gas prices on an eternal upswing and the summer driving season in full force, drivers are looking for ways to alleviate the pain at the pump. Some simple steps can make a big difference in your fuel economy so you can save money and get the most out of every gallon.
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Online coupons: a great way to save money on weekly shopping lists
Online coupon usage is on the rise, according to a Business Wire publication. Consumers are using online coupon sites to find discounts on everything from A to Z on the shopping list, including personal items to apparel, medical supplies to home decor, eye wear to flowers, large restaurant equipment and more.
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Protecting yourself from cybercrime
Gone are the days when hackers were the weekend enthusiasts you tolerated on the golf course, when viruses were the things that gave you the flu or a cold, and Phish was a popular jam band who served as the inspiration for your favorite flavor of Ben and Jerry's. With the rise of the Internet and electronic devices has c...
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Financial bliss after 'I do'
Wedding season is here. It's estimated that more than 2 million couples will be married in the United States this year. As couples young and old unite their hearts and lives, they will also face the challenging task of uniting their finances.
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Money-saving, laptop-buying tips for back-to-school shoppers
Remember when back-to-school shopping meant different needs for different age groups? These days, students of virtually every age have one need in common: a laptop. Here are tips to help you stay on budget while laptop shopping this back-to-school season.
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Buying a home: Prepare by getting your finances in order
For those considering buying a home, the current real estate market presents some unique opportunities. One of the side effects of the economic roller coaster ride of the past few years is that home prices have gone down and more homes have gone on the market. For buyers, that means more choices and better deals. However...
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Residents, rescuers dig out after tornado

Breaking: Huge tornado hits Oklahoma City suburb, kills 51A devastating and deadly tornado tore through Moore, Okla.


Mon May 20 18:53:06 UTC 2013
Death toll at least 51 in Oklahoma tornado

Okla. governor on tornado's destruction(Reuters) - The death toll from a huge tornado that struck Moore, Oklahoma on Monday rose to 51, the state medical examiner's office said. Amy Elliott, chief administrative officer of the Oklahoma medical examiner's office, said 51 were confirmed dead, up from 37 fatalities reported earlier. The powerful tornado, rated the second highest strength level of EF4 and packing winds of up to 200 miles per hour, touched down at midafternoon and devastated a wide area of the town. (Reporting By Brendan O'Brien; Writing by Greg McCune; Editing by Bill Trott)


Mon May 20 19:27:36 UTC 2013
Videos of tornado and close ups of destruction

Raw: House Burns After Massive Oklahoma TornadoA massive tornado about a mile wide tore through Oklahoma, flattening homes and schools and causing widespread destruction in the Oklahoma City area. Videos of the twister show a giant funnel cloud pounding across the landscape. This video captures the tornado grinding through Newcastle before it hit Moore, Okla. "Oh my god, that thing is [...]


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