Archive for June, 2009
Canada wont limit credit-card rates: Flaherty - Winnipeg Sun
By admin on June 13th, 2009
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Finance minister Jim Flaherty said the federal governments new credit-card regulations would protect consumers but Canadians shouldnt expect to see lowered interest rates or caps on their charge cards. No, theres not a move to limit interest …
Pay your credit card bill on time? It may cost you more - Houston Chronicle
WASHINGTON Every American with a credit card will see sweeping changes in the market, with limits on sudden hikes in interest rates that drive consumers deeper into debt. Even cardholders who pay off their balance each month may face new annual …
FACTBOX-Canada to set new credit card regulations - Reuters
TORONTO, May 21 (Reuters) - Canada laid out new rules for the credit card industry on Thursday, including a standard grace period on payments and increased disclosure, but they fell short of tough regulations just introduced in the United States …
New credit card rules a positive first step - CNW Group
By admin on June 12th, 2009
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TORONTO, May 21 /CNW/ - Restaurant owners across Canada support Minister Flahertys announcement today as a first step in establishing the rules of play for credit cards in Canada. While the announcement focused on protection for cardholders, the …
Officials commend UH’s leadership in creation of ship channel security district (source: Eurekalert.org)
By admin on June 12th, 2009
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(University of Houston) The University of Houston is being credited with playing a pivotal role in the creation of the Houston Ship Channel Security District, which was approved unanimously by Harris County Commissioners Court on Tuesday morning. (source: Eurekalert.org) - RSS feeds and Feed widget on Feedzilla.com
Verizon launches Motorola Rival (source: Cnet)
(Credit: Verizon Wireless) Verizon just keeps releasing more messaging phones, and this time it’s the Motorola Rival. It has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard plus a touch-sensitive dial pad on the front, which is similar in style to the LG Neon. The Rival … (source: Cnet) - News widgets and RSS feeds on Feedzilla.com
Extra Credit: What Sort of Family Wants Stories Like This? (source: Washington Post)
Dear Extra Credit: I am a soon-to-be stepmother to a lovely 12-year-old girl. She recently brought home a bright pink book with yellow smiley faces on the cover titled ”TTYL” (Talk To You Later, in text/Internet-speak). The author is Lauren Myracle. I th… (source: Washington Post) - RSS and News widget on Feedzilla.com
Spanish Banks Lead Increase in Credit-Default Swaps (Update1) (Bloomberg)
By admin on June 12th, 2009
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June 11 (Bloomberg) — Spanish banks led an increase in European credit-default swaps, after the Financial Times reported that the country is considering a bailout fund for its most troubled lenders.
Progressive Says It Underestimated Credit Crisis (Update3) (Bloomberg)
June 11 (Bloomberg) — Progressive Corp ., the fourth- largest U.S. auto insurer, said it underestimated the severity of last years credit crisis, and misjudged writedowns on investments in preferred stocks.
Verizon launches Motorola Rival (source: Cnet)
By admin on June 10th, 2009
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(Credit: Verizon Wireless) Verizon just keeps releasing more messaging phones, and this time it’s the Motorola Rival. It has a slide-out QWERTY keyboard plus a touch-sensitive dial pad on the front, which is similar in style to the LG Neon. The Rival … (source: Cnet) - RSS widgets and RSS feeds on Feedzilla.com