top-paying blue-collar jobs
You’ll be amazed how much a railroad conductor makes a year. Click here to see the top-paying blue-collar jobs’ salaries. [Posted 7/14/08]
summer vacations for college students
Want to find an affordable vacation spot this summer? Click here and read about five vacation getaways for under $500. [Posted 7/14/08]
celebrities’ real names
Eldrick Woods. Dwayne Carter Jr. These names mean nothing because you don’t recognize them. Eldrick Woods aka Tiger woods and Dwayne Carter Jr. aka Lil Wayne. Now those names you recognize. Click here to find out other celebrities real names. [Posted 7/7/08]
losing face on Facebook
Just like Myspace, you have to be careful what you post on Facebook. There have been several incidents happening lately of people posting pictures on Facebook and getting into trouble. Click here to read about 5 true stories of people who faced Facebook humiliation. [Posted 6/30/08]
10 hottest summer cell phones
Click here to check out this summer’s hottest cell phone launch, ranging from the newest IPhone, Blackberry Curve and Sprint’s (“IPhone Killer”) The Instinct. [Posted 6/30/08]
10 funniest excuses for why you’re late to work
Everyone has shown up late to work but how many of us tell the truth about why we’re late. According to msn.com, 24 percent of employees decide to make up fake excuses rather than tell the truth. Click here to read the 10 most imaginative excuses for coming in late. [Posted 6/16/08]
things you need to know before you buy a new phone
The iPhone, BlackBerry Pearl, Chocolate and Sidekick3 are all nice phones, but you shouldn’t rush to get one. Click here to find out what you need to know about carriers, plans, data networks, contracts and more. [Posted 6/9/08]
The “lost” Idols?
Not every Idol contestant can be the next Chris Daughtry or Jennifer Hudson. Lots of people say, “It doesn’t matter who wins, they all get recording deals.” It does matter who wins, because not every contestant is successful. Click here to see what happened to some not so famous Idol stars. [Posted 6/9/08]
Finding the Right Shorts for You
Do you ever have a problem finding the right pair of shorts for your body? If so, click here and get tips on finding a pair that’s most flattering to your body. [Posted 6/9/08]
Need to lose weight for summer?
Summer is here and it’s time to go to the beach and wear those bathing suits. If you want to learn how to shrink two sizes in four weeks click here and learn about the ultimate shape-up plan to flatten your belly, firm your thighs and sculpt your body. [Posted 6/2/08]
Top 10 Companies with the WORST Customer Service
MSN investigated on the Top 10 worst companies for customer service. The numbers are surprising, but maybe for some, they are not. Click here to check out who made the customer service hall of shame.[Posted 6/2/08]
Want to save money?
The price of almost everything has been going up lately. Well there are 12 ways that you can save money and not feel miserable or bored with life. Click here to find out more. [Posted 5/27/08]
Top 50 TV Comedies
Can you believe that Seinfeld didn’t make number one on AOL’s Top 50 TV Comedies of all time. Click here to check out who beat him out. [Posted 5/27/08]
ladies of the 1980s
The top rocker divas are the strong woman of the 1980s. Some female rockers aren’t as prevalent as they were in the 1980s. Click here to view the divas that left their marks. [Posted 5/19/08]
anticipated summer blockbusters that failed us
Summer is here and not only do people look forward to summer weather but its blockbuster season. Iron Man kicked it off big and some of the others big events this year are Hulk and Batman sequels and return of Indiana Jones. But click here to see the films that promised us greatness but failed to deliver. [Posted 5/19/08]
what was the No. 1 song when you were born?
Have you ever wondered what the No. 1 song was when you got your driver’s license, or when you graduated from high school? You can view what the No. 1 song was on any particular day in history by going here. [Posted 5/5/08]
an easy way to find Internet access
Are you always looking for a place besides the library or your room to do your homework? AnchorFree is a Web site that searches for free Wi-Fi spots in your area. Just type in the address or zip code and it finds up to 100 spots in your area. Find it here. [Posted 4/28/08]
so, um, how many times do you use fillers?
A study claims that close to 10 percent of our speech is wasted on fillers. That works out to be about five hours each year of saying, “basically, um, er, you know, well.” Read about the study here. [Posted 4/21/08]
maybe tax day isn’t so bad after all
Dunkin’ Donuts wants to make tax day a little sweeter this year. The company is giving away a free doughnut with the purchase of any size cup of Dunkin’ Donuts hot coffee, on April 15. [Posted 4/14/08]
what could you deduct from your taxes?
Bankrate.com made a list of the 10 wackiest tax write-offs. People have tried to write off makeup, body enhancements and cities—just to name a few. Read about it here. [Posted 4/1/08]
how much is your life worth?
A man from Australia is auctioning off his life on eBay. It’s a package deal that includes his house, his job and his friends. Read about it here. [Posted 3/24/08]
is the price of milk turning you sour?
It is no secret that the cost of food is increasing. The folks at Smart Money give eight ways to cut your grocery bill, so you can have more money to spend on other things. Read more here. [Posted 3/17/08]
are compact disc prices coming down?
Retail giant Wal-Mart proposed a five-tier pricing scheme that could put pressure on music companies to lower their prices on CDs. Wal-Mart is currently the largest retailer of music. Read about it here. [Posted 3/10/08]
the end of earth
Ever wondered how long the Earth will last? Scientists’ calculations predicted the Earth’s destruction. According to scientists, the earth will be swallowed up by the sun in 7.6 billion years. However, the planet will become unlivable much sooner. Read about it here. [Posted 3/4/08]
the world’s greatest music collection
You thought you had a great music collection? Paul Mawhinney probably has you beat by a long shot. He owns more than 3 million records and 300,000 CDs. You can make this collection yours for a measly starting bid of only $3 million. The collection’s estimated value is over $50 million. Read about it here and here. [Posted 2/25/08]
everyone could use a nap
A new study suggests that your memory may improve if you take a midday nap, only if you learned the information well enough in the first place. Now you can go study, take a nap and maybe see your exam scores improve! Find out more here. [Posted 2/18/08]
get your “big shot”
Do you have a niche for photography? MyShot08 wants to give you a chance at being recognized for your photos. Today you might be taking photos of your dog, tomorrow you could be at a photo shoot in Miami. Click here to be one step closer to fame. [Posted 2/11/08]
making life a bit more “comfortable”
Ever wonder how to break in that new pair of jeans? What about breaking in that new husband/live-in boyfriend? Real Simple tells you how you can break in almost anything. Read about it here.[Posted 2/4/08]
what words make you cringe?
Lake Superior State University has put out their 2008 list of banished words. From “organic” to “sweet,” click here to see if the phrases you’re sick of made the list. [Posted 1/21/08]
priority seating
Ever step onto a bus with no good seats left? Greyhound has solved that problem for you by allowing its passengers to reserve seats in advance. Although you still may end up sitting next to the smelly traveler or the cell phone yapping loudmouth, at least you can do so with a window seat. Click here to read more. [Posted 1/14/08]
resolve to be resolute
Already considering giving up that New Year’s resolution? For those of you who have quit or even for those of you who failed to pick a 2008 resolution, it’s not too late! Whether it’s more studying, less partying, or paying off that credit card debt, your resolution deserves a chance. Click here for all the steps necessary to remain true to your 2008 resolutions. [Posted 1/7/08]
what’s healthy?
Forget gaining the freshmen fifteen. ‘Tis the season for a few extra holiday pounds. Think you know exactly how to take them off? Snuggle up with your bag of carrot sticks and take this quiz to see just how much nutrition information you really know. [Posted 1/2/08]
flying anywhere over winter break?
You and everyone else. A few clicks on cheapflights.com, print your agenda, and you’re set. Right? Wrong. Whether it’s one quick direct flight home or a multi-stop international flight, flying, especially during the holiday season, can become a nightmare. Avoid extra travel stress by clicking here and following these easy guidelines. Bon voyage! [Posted 12/26/07]
label shopping
Out shopping for last minute holiday gifts? Check out the warning labels on products you pick up. The Michigan Lawsuit Abuse Watch conducts an annual contest where people can send in wacky labels printed on consumer products by companies fearing lawsuits. To see this year’s winning label, click here, and be on the hunt to win prizes during next year’s contest. [Posted 12/17/07]
early retirement
Right now, as you are elbow deep in thick textbooks and grueling final paper assignments in hopes of finishing up the fall semester on a strong note, the idea of retirement sounds way far off, right? Wrong. For those of you already looking for a way to end your career early, this is for you. Though uncommon, retiring in your 30s is becoming a more plausible idea. Click here and see how other people quit their 9-5 jobs in exchange for living out both their youth AND their old age exactly as they please. [Posted 12/10/07]
newsworthy perk-up
Less than thrilled about upcoming finals? No boyfriend or girlfriend to share the holiday season with? Take a moment to visit www.happynews.com, an online news source whose goal is not to ask people to ignore the negative news in the world, but rather, to take the time to embrace “happy news,” something they say today’s media often neglects. Return to your studying enlightened and optimistic! [Posted 12/4/07]
holiday shoppers
With all of the Black Friday advertisements that have been out the past few weeks, many of you were forced to think about all of the holiday gifts you still have to buy, even if you didn’t head out on the busiest shopping day of the year. Not sure which gift is the right gift? Let your computer help. By clicking here you can search for gifts by recipient, occasion, category and even personality! Save some time and stress and actually enjoy the holidays this year. [Posted 11/27/07]
a bright idea
Want to win $750 and get the chance to speak with potential employers? Digital Rochester is holding a contest for those looking to get creative and come up with “A Bright Idea.” The idea is to create a solution to an unmet need that you could promote to companies or individuals. For more information, head to www.digitalrochester.com/ideas/students.html. The deadline for submissions is January 8 … so hurry! [Posted 11/19/07]
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