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First Person: You Are Not the Only One Who Can Ruin Your Online ImageFacebook and privacy issues are in the news today but for one professional, this issue goes back to the very beginning of the social networking giant.
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Small Business Accounting Basics from an AccountantSmall business owners, learn from an accountant about the accounting basics you need to know to keep accurate financial records.
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Bravo's 'Real Housewives of New Jersey' Casts Garden State NegativelySeason 3 of Bravo's Real Housewives of New Jersey kicks off with 2 new housewives, an actual blow out fight and, of course, a christening, on the show that shows NJ as a state with only Italian Catholic loudmouths.
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Anti-Abortion Law Means Invasive Audits ... By the IRSAnti abortion proponents attempts to keep women from being able to deduct abortions as medical expenses, except under certain circumstances, will mean subjecting women to invasive uterus audits by the IRS.
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Audobon to Endorse 'Jersey Grown Wood' LineNew Jersey Audobon is set to launch its first product line partnered with New Jersey's Department of Agriculture. Bearing the "Made with Jersey Grown Wood" label, the first products will be birdhouses made with Atlantic White Cedar.
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Still Haven't Filed Your Income Taxes? How to Get an ExtensionNeed more time to file your Form 1040? This is what you need to know to get the extension from the IRS and your state taxing authority for six more months.
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Wal-Mart, Target Hedge Bets and Push for Online Sales TaxSuperstore giants Wal-Mart and Target are lobbying to pass laws that would assess sales tax on online purchases. They claim it is to save the same small businesses that they put out of business.
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Trenton Mayor Tony Mack Hires His Eighth Business AdministratorThe ongoing saga of Trenton, New Jersey's embattled Mayor Tony Mack continues with his eighth attempt to appoint a city business administrator. Will former New Jersey treasurer David Rousseau keep the job?
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What Makes Firefighters so Hot... and How You Can Steal Their PlaybookFirefighters are always tops on women's fantasy lists. It's not the hats, it is the decision making, leadership and good guy vibes they exude. Here's how to copy them to get the woman of YOUR fantasies.
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Don't fight an IRS audit by yourself, and other times to rely on a CPADo you know when it is time to invest in a CPA's tax guidance, and when you can handle tax issues yourself... without regretting it? A tax professional breaks down the difference so you can make the right decision. -
Tax websites you need to know aboutA tax professional details the best websites to visit for the tax news, calculators and other info that you need, when you need it. -
Can I just put down any number for charitable contributions?A tax professional's quick and effective guidance on how to handle some of the most common tax decisions that you will have to make all year long, not just around April 15. -
Dating at Work While Climbing the LadderIt used to be that you should never date at work, then all the magazines claimed that the water cooler was the new bar. But is that really a good idea if you're a girl on your way to the top?
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1099 Repeal Bill Passed by SenateAfter months of debate, the much criticized requirement for businesses to issue 1099s for all payments for goods and services may be repealed, thanks to a bill passed by the U.S. Senate.
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Engagement Announcements: You Said Yes... What Do You Say Next?In the excitement of getting engaged it can be hard to remember who to call first... but your parents, grandparents and siblings will all remember if they found out about your great news the right way or over Facebook. -
Atlantic City's Resorts Hotel Sued by WomenTrying to leverage the popularity of HBO's "Boardwalk Empire," Resorts Casino Hotel now has its waitresses wear flapper dresses, after firing 16 middle-aged women who did not look good enough in the outfit.
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IRS Tax Credit Denial Forces Office Depot to Restate Earnings; Shares PlummetOffice Depot shares have slid more than 11% following the giant office chain's announcement that the IRS has denied its claim for $80 million in tax benefits, and that its 2010 profit of $33 million was really a $46 million loss.
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Bruce Springsteen Takes Aim at His Biggest Fan: Gov. Chris ChristieGov. Chris Christie might profess to be a fan of legend Bruce Springsteen, but the feeling is not mutual! Springsteen wrote to his hometown newspaper to criticize Christie's budget cuts.
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Vatican Financial Transparency Laws Crack Down on Tax FraudAfter financial fraud rocked the Vatican last year, the Pope's new Financial Information Authority got new powers, including investigating Vatican personnel suspected of committed financial crimes of all kinds
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The Best Shows You Should Be Watching: High Tech Crime Solvers Save the Day in Under an HourClear out your DVR and get ready to record these shows that manage to show who did it, why and how with all the coolest gadgets from the future, the best dialogue and fascinating story lines. -
How to Navigate Newark to Enjoy a Night of Professional HockeyThere's nothing like attending a professional hockey game, but for many NJ residents, navigating Newark is more than a little scary. Use this guide to make it a quick and safe trip to the game and home!
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Where's Spring? New Jersey Shivers into AprilThe calendar said that spring came more than a week ago, but with temperatures clinging to the low 30's at night, and only rising as high as the mid-40's each day, New Jersey's residents still shivering. -
Profit Loophole: Free Marketing Ideas that Get Your Business More Than What You Pay ForFree marketing that helps your small business grow is the modern equivalent of gold at the end of a rainbow. It sounds great, but eludes most business owners. These are tried-and-true marketing strategies to get customers, sales and profits.
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Kelly Osbourne Owes $35,000 Tax from 2009After placing third in 2009 on the show that resurrects second rate stars' careers, Kelly Osbourne decided she was above paying her tax bill... to the tune of $34,763.30!Also published on:
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Dolce and Gabbana Tax Evasion Ruling Could Send Celebrity Designers to JailDomenico Dolce and Stefano Gabbana, better known as the designers behind the label Dolce & Gabbana, stand accused of both Italian tax evasion and fraud, and may be sentenced to up to five years in prison.Also published on:
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New Jersey State Police Shut Down Fake Designer Clothes Operation in PassaicNJ State Police detectives seized $1.6 million of counterfeit designer clothes at a Passaic counterfeit clothing factory. More than 15,000 pieces of clothing and 1000,000 trademark neck labels and price tags were seized.Also published on:
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New York Times Gives False Information on General Electric's Zero Income Tax BillGeneral Electric is the U.S.'s largest corporation, but paid no federal income taxes in 2009 or 2010. The New York Times wrote a lengthy article complaining, but made up tax benefits and ignored taxes actually paid by GE.
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No Taxpayer Funding for Abortion Act Has Scary Tax ImplicationsThe No Taxpayer Funding For Abortion Act has set off a firestorm of debate about abortion but the bill, called H.R. 3, also has devastating tax implications for all Americans.
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Gov. Christie Fires 'Real Housewives' Husband for Lying About ResidencyHis stint on Bravo's "Real Housewives of New Jersey" is costing Albert Manzo in real life. Gov. Christie has fired him from the North Jersey District Water Supply Commission for claiming to live in Paterson while actually living in ritzy Franklin Lakes. -
Albert Einstein at 132: His Princeton Legacy Lives OnOn celebrated theoretical physicist Albert Einstein's 132nd birthday, his legacy in Princeton, New Jersey and its surrounding towns continues to live on. -
Go Green While Saving Some Green(backs) on TaxesEnergy efficient products and changes to your home can save a lot of money on your electric bills, and the IRS has just released information on how to get federal money to help pay for them.
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Nine Months is Not a 'Severe Punishment' Fitting Survivor Winner HatchRichard Hatch has already served over three years for failing pay taxes on the $ 1 million he won from the first season of "Survivor," but the "Celebrity Apprentice" contestant will be returning to jail for another 9 months for failing to pay the tax due
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The Hottest New Show on Your TV Schedule Started in 1968: 'One Life to Live'Tired of watching reruns of your favorite shows? Time to tune in to a show that is always new, five days a week, and never shows reruns! 'One Life To Live' airs on ABC in the afternoon and on SoapNet at night. Set your DVR to enjoy the addictive drama!
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While States Raise Income Taxes, Tenn. Senate Issues Permanent BanTennessee state Senate voted 28-5 in favor of a state constitutional amendment to ban new income taxes, including payroll taxes. Under the ban, the only taxable income would be that from investments, including stock dividends. -
Philadelphia Flower Show Takes Visitors to Sentimental ParisThe annual Philadelphia Flower Show at the Pennsylvania Convention Center transported visitors to a slightly sentimental and very beautiful version of Paris.
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TV Shows Get Hot for Teacher: HBO's 'Big Love,' the CW's 'Life, Unexpected' Tackle Student/Teacher Romance with Different ResultsThe latest in taboo relationships on television are male teachers hooking up with too-smart-for-their-own-good teenagers that just below the legal limits. The shocker? Which show has parents that eviscerate the older man, which show's parents do not.
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Taxes on High-Calorie Foods Can Mean Healthier Choices -- SometimesAs governments seek ways to encourage citizens to make healthier food choices, two options have emerged: a tax on unhealthy foods or posting calorie information. A recent study has found that taxes work, but only if no calorie info was provided. -
N.J. Scrambles to Move CitiBank to Jersey CityNJ gave $28 million in the hopes of luring Citibank and 400 jobs to Jersey City and keeping Church & Dwight's headquarters in Princeton. Citibank's plans are not known, Church & Dwight, which has 750 jobs in Princeton, is "staying put." -
Pacino, Scorsese Slapped with IRS Tax LiensActor Al Pacino and director Martin Scorsese, both former clients of convicted fraudster Kenneth Starr, have been served with tax liens for millions. -
Colo. Officials, Celebrities Benefit from Property Tax BreaksColorado property tax break for agricultural land means that Tom Cruise, Goldie Hawn, and other celebs and elected officials pay almost no property tax on their vast estates. Other states offering this break to the rich include NJ and NY. -
N.J. Rep. Chris Smith Would Rather Cut Family Planning Funding Than Save Taxpayers MoneyNJ Congressman Chris Smith (R) wants to end women's legal access to safe abortions so badly that he is focusing all of his energy on de-funding Planned Parenthood, even though funding Planned Parenthood's family planning services saved tax dollars.
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Lower Taxes in N.Y. Could Mean Extra $350 Million for N.J.If NY reduces its tax on its highest paid commuters from 8.97% to 6.85%, then NJ commuters to NY would pay the difference to their home state. NJ stands to pick up an extra $350 million in taxes.
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IRS Worker Indicted for Using Job to Commit Tax FraudCatherine Griffin, an IRS worker, has been indicted for obtaining fraudulent first-time home buyer tax credits for her family and friends. Griffin made $2,000, but may have to pay a fine of $1,00,000 and serve 20 years in jail.
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'Mike and Molly' Insults People of Any SizeCBS's newest sitcom reduces its characters to stereotypes that are both obnoxious and pitiful. There is the overweight couple, the single loser friend, the beautiful but dumb sister, and the slutty mother.Also published on:
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How to Enjoy Yourself When You're In Between RelationshipsSome of the best parts of being single and how to enjoy them!
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Easy First Date Activities that Won't Break the BankFirst dates are a time to find out if you want to spend more time with someone... or if it is time to move onto someone else! This is a list of the best cheap dates to get to know someone new.
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Bell Labs' 2-Inch lightRadio Cube Could Replace Cell TowersBell Labs, based in Murray Hill, N.J., has developed the lightRadio cube to replace large cell towers. The invention could change how the global wireless industry operates.
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L.A. County May Dissolve All-Business Town to Get to Its Tax BaseFor the past 50 years, 1,800 businesses have enjoyed Vernon, California's cheap power, low taxes and even lower oversight. Now Los Angeles County wants to absorb the "shell city," which has just 30 homes, and tax its businesses accordingly.
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Mercer County Grand Jury Indicts Four Red Roof Inn HookersAfter an October 5 arrest by Lawrence Township police, four hookers operating out of the Route 1 Red Roof Inn have finally been arraigned.
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IRS Has $1.1 Billion of Your Money1.1 million taxpayers chose not to send in their 2007 tax returns, leaving the IRS with an extra $1.1 billion in potential refunds. If taxpayers do not file their 2007 returns by April 18, 2011, the IRS gets to keep it all.
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Trenton Business Owner Allegedly Stocked Store with Stolen CigarettesWhile most Trenton business owners buy their goods from wholesalers or manufacturers, Mercer County prosecutors have charged Ladislao Martinez, co-owner of MR Supermarket in Trenton, of supplying his store with goods stolen from other area stores.
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New Zealand Considers Tax to Help Rebuild ChristchurchThe recent earthquake in Christchurch, New Zealand, cost hundreds their lives and may cost New Zealand taxpayers billions in a potential levy that will have a significant impact on the country's budget.
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Mayor and Union County Officials Argue Over Whether There Are Gangs in Elizabeth, N.J.Elizabeth, NJ Mayor J. Christian Bollwage claims that there are no gangs in his town, but the Union County prosecutor Theodor Romankow says the troubled town has a "serious gang problem." The dispute has become a running joke in the area.
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Yankees' Alex Rodriguez Takes Advantage of New York Tax LoopholeYankee baseball player Alex Rodriguez is one of the many luxury condo owners in Manhattan who pay less than 2% of their property tax under a loophole called 421A. This year, 421A will cost NYC $900 million in lost tax revenues.
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New Jersey Wants a Piece of Online Gambling's ActionNJ legislators have passed a bill that legalizes gaming for websites based out of Atlantic City's 11 casinos. Casinos could see profits of $300 million while NJ could get tax revenue of $28 million.
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IRS to Make it Easier to Pay Back Taxes, Avoid LiensIn an effort to help taxpayers pay their back taxes and avoid liens, the IRS has announced revised policies that include higher thresholds for a lien to be filed and making it easier for a lien to be withdrawn after taxes have been paid.
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State and Local Tax Burdens Have Dropped More than IncomeTax Foundation stats show that while overall state tax burdens for Americans have fallen for the first time in ten years, they have risen in some states. New Jersey has the worst tax burden at 12.2% of income.
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Atlanta tax commissioner quits after foreclosing too many friendsDavid Fields, 28 year veteran tax commissioner, quit after he became depressed following collections from lifelong friends. Economic downturn meant steep increase in foreclosures due to property taxes.
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Chris Christie Promises to Make Pension Payment If Budget PassesNJ Governor Chris Christie's budget proposal speech included hazy promises to give money to school districts and make property tax rebates - and that he would make the required pension payment if he got his way.
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High Winds Cause Fires Across Southern New JerseySouthern New Jersey firefighters battled wildfires caused by the recent high winds and warm weather. Several dozen fires had both the state Forest Fire Service and local departments working overtime.
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Los Angeles May Begin to Tax Medical MarijuanaMedical marijuana has become widely available through tax-exempt organizations in California. Los Angeles will vote on whether to charge a 5 percent sales tax on sales of marijuana during the March 8 special election.
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Sarah Palin's TV Show Takes Advantage of Government FundingSarah Palin has expressed disdain for special interest funding and tax incentives in the past, but wrote one into law while Governor of Alaska that gave her TLC reality show, "Sarah Palin's Alaska" $1.2 million.
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New Jersey Foreclosures Expected to Rise 20 Percent in 2011The economy might be better on paper, but for thousands of NJ home owners it will be a challenging year as foreclosures are expected to increase 20%, to nearly 100,000.
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N.J. Housewife Files 80-Cent Lawsuit Against Century 21 Department StoresA NJ housewife and mom, Tova Gerson, is suing the Century 21 discount department store chain, claiming they had stolen 80 cents from her due to coupon fraud. Her class action lawsuit was filed by her father who has a history of similar suits.
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Dennis Rodman Owes $42,000 in Back Taxes to CaliforniaRetired NBA star Dennis Rodman has earned his nickname of "The Worm" off the court, based on the $42K tax lien filed by California against him. Rodman's business manager claims there is no lien, since Rodman just got a $42K refund!
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IRS: Prisoners Stole $39.1 Million of Tax Dollars in 2009IRS agents found that during 2009 prisoners received $39.1 million in refunds after filing fraudulent returns. $19 million went to prisoners in Florida, Georgia, and California.
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53 Pot Plants Seized in Trenton, N.J., RaidA raid on a home in Trenton, New Jersey, netted the Mercer County Prosecutor's Office $30K worth of pot. Suspects Precila Ramos and Shawn Smith are being held with charges of manufacturing, distributing, and dispensing marijuana.
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Jersey Shore Embarrassment: N.J. tells N.Y. to 'Take Them Back'On MTV Jersey Shore cast members, Governor Chris Christie wants Governor Andrew Cuomo to "take them back." He wants NJ to be known as a model of "fiscal discipline," though he himself has caused NJ significant financial damage.
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Switzerland to Make it Easier to Hunt Down Tax EvadersThe Swiss government has pledged to provide more information on bank accounts to foreign governments. In the past they have required an account number as well as the name and address of the owner, now they will provide data for less.
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Camden County, N.J., Laying Off 260 Workers, Furloughing the RestCamden County has announced layoffs of 260 workers in April and furlough days every other Friday this year for those staffers remaining. The county has to make up a $41 million budget shortfall.
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After 67 Percent Tax Hike Last Month, Ill. Governor Wants to Borrow $8.75 BillionLast month IL Governor Pat Quinn pushed through a 67% tax hike but now he says he needs another $8.75 billion to pay 36,000 vendors. He plans to use the income taxes to repay the loan over the next 14 years.
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Heavy Mob Presence at Newark Ports Means Increased DangerMob has changed over the decades but has continued to exert influence over NJ ports, leading to increased risk of terrorist acts in America.
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Rich Kansas Parents Want to Pay More Taxes; State Says NoKansas parents in rich towns want to pay more school taxes for better education, but the state will not let them. Now those parents have started a civil suit to force the issue.
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New Jersey Transit Has Worst Train Delays Since 2005NJ Transit trains were late six or more minutes 8.8% of all trains during January 2011, the worst stats for any month since January 2005 when trains were late 11.1% of the time.
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Breast Pumps for Lactation Are Now Tax DeductibleNow that the IRS has reversed its stance on breast pumps, making them and other lactation supplies for nursing moms tax deductible and eligible for tax-free reimbursement, how you can take advantage.
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Does it Matter How Much a Date Costs?When women decide whether to go out with a man it is usually about whether we want to go to a restaurant or have anything better to do. For men, though, it means an investment that could total more than a hundred dollars.
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New Jersey Restaurateur, Russell D'Anton, Sentenced to Two Years on Tax FraudRussell D'Anton was CEO of the Charlie Brown's restaurant chain until he admitted to tax evasion, accepting kickbacks, and committing fraud over the previous ten years, totaling more than $1 million.
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NJ Governor Christie: Obama's High-Speed Internet Proposal Is 'Candy'After NJ's bond rating is downgraded due to underfunded pension Governor Christie mocks President Obama's proposal to fund high speed internet despite his own decision to make zero payments into the pension plan.
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Twitter Demands Tax Break from San Francisco to Stay in the CityTwitter, a growing social media company, has demanded a tax break to stay in San Francisco as it weighs a possible move to cheaper San Bruno.
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New Jersey's Bond Credit Rating Cut by Standard & Poor'sDue to rising pension and other costs, one of the top credit rating firms, Standard & Poor's, cut New Jersey's bond rating from AA to AA-. The lower rating means NJ will have to pay higher interest on future bonds.
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Obama Tax Proposal Could Double State Payroll TaxesObama's latest tax proposal includes significant unemployment tax increases. It is likely to be included in Obama's 2012 budget proposal.
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New Jersey Gov. Christie Vetoes Planned Parenthood FundingGovernor Christie has recently made it clear that he is anti abortion and now has taken steps to eliminate women's access to abortion in New Jersey.
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'Big Love' Reveals that There is No Separation of Chuch and State in UtahHBO's hit drama Big Love showed Mormon fundamentalist Bill Henrickson fighting for his spot in the state senate. His rationale is that as long as he is in compliance with the book of Mormon, the state constitution does not matter.
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The 5 London Day Trips You Must Take to See EnglandOut of the many historical sites near London, these are the five best.
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N.J. Gov. Christie Road Trips to Attract BusinessesNJ Governor Chris Christie paid for his trip to Chicago where he met with businesses about possible movement to NJ. After his two day whirlwind of meetings, Christie claims that at least one major corporation is leaving Chicago, Illinois for New Jersey.
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The Best (Legal) Places for Free Music OnlineA list of the best places to listen to the music you love - whether it is Irish rock, Billy Joel classics, or the newest music from Katy Perry - for free, online, using different Internet radio websites.
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What Would Ronald Reagan Do?On what would have been President Ronald Reagan's 100th birthday, there are still many lessons that today's leaders can learn from his leadership.Also published on:
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Beyond the Beach: 10 Unusual Things to Do in MiamiWonder what to do in Miami off of the beach? These are the best museums, zoos, aquariums, tours, and more to entertain you and your family.
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WikiLeaks Nominated for Nobel Peace Prize by Norwegian Lawmaker Snorre ValensControversial site Wikileaks is nominated for the Nobel Peace Prize. Has it contributed to peace, or have Julian Assange and his compatriots put world peace in jeopardy and lives in danger?
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Charlie Sheen's 3-Month Rehab Could Cost CBS' 'Two and a Half Men' Big TimeActor Charlie Sheen's struggle with drugs and alcohol has landed hm in rehab for three months, leaving his show "Two And A Half Men" hanging in the balance. Some of the producers' options to keep the show going may not be pretty.
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Chill Out at the Hottest Ice Bars in North AmericaThe best ice bars in North America offer cocktails served in bars carved entirely from ice. These crystal palaces are chic, fun, and offer memorable experiences.
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2011 SAG Awards: Who was the Best Dressed, Who was the Worst Dressed?The SAG Awards' main purpose might be to honor the best movies and actors, but the main attraction is the outfits! This year Lea Michele dazzled and Hailee Steinfeld was a hot (pink) mess.
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ABC's 'Modern Family' Wins 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy SeriesABC's "Modern Family" won Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.
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'Boardwalk Empire' Wins 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama SeriesHBO's "Boardwalk Empire" nudged out previous winner, AMC's "Mad Men," for the 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series, as well as also-rans "The Closer," "Dexter" and "The Good Wife."
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Natalie Portman Wins 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading RoleThe race was tight between Golden Globe winners Natalie Portman and Annette Bening, but Portman won the 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role.
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'The King's Speech' Wins 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture"The King's Speech," a historical drama about King George VI, has won the 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Cast in a Motion Picture. The film was nominated for a Golden Globe, but lost. It also is a contender for an Oscar.
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Colin Firth Wins 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading RoleColin Firth won the 2011 SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by a Male Actor in a Leading Role for his performance in "The King's Speech" over fellow nominees Jeff Bridges, Robert Duvall, Jesse Eisenberg, and James Franco.
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New Jersey Governor Chris Christie Targets AbortionGov. Chris Christie speaks at anti-abortion rally and may try to restrict women's access to safe and legal abortions in New Jersey.
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Rahm Emanuel: If He Isn't Mayor or Obama Right Hand, What is He?Rahm Emanuel's two years living in Washington D.C. disqualify him from running for Chicago mayor. What will he do next? A quick look at others who have had political dreams shattered, and how they recovered.
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HBO's Big Love Wins Critics Love for Its Swan SongHBO hit show Big Love wins praise as it enters its final season, and leaves an indelible mark on the cultural landscape.
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Texas Governer Considers Anti-Abortion Sonograms Worthy of Emergency LegislationAnti-choice Governor Rick Perry orders emergency session to pass invasive sonogram requirement for women to access abortion.
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You're Cut Off: The Ugly American Sees How the Other (Ugly) Half LivesVH1's reality television show, You're Cut Off takes a group of spoiled heiresses, dumps them in a house that's an insult to the suburbs and takes away their credit cards
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What NOT to Give Your Girlfriend on Valentine's DayStay away from Valentine's Day gifts that make it seem like you want your girlfriend to cook or sew for you, or that you think she's fat! This means frying pans, sewing kits, and gym memberships are off the shopping list!
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Abortion Doctor Arrested for Murder Gives Pro-Choice Activism a Bad NameAbortion provider Kermit Gosnell has been charged with murder. His case will have negative effects on pro choice activism
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Experience Japan ... In New York at the Kitano HotelReview of Kitano Hotel In Murray Hill, New York City. Japanese, Jazz, and Luxury go together, or has this boutique hotel tried to oversell itself?
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Annette Bening Wins Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Comedy or MusicalAnnette Bening wins Golden Globe for Best Actress in a Comedy or Musical for her role in "The Kids Are All Right."
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'The Kids Are All Right' Wins Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture - Musical or ComedyThe 2011 Golden Globe for Best Motion Picture - Musical or Comedy was awarded to Indie hit comedy "The Kids Are All Right."
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First Person: Why I'm Not Going to Law SchoolFirst person story on the recent revelation by the New York Times on the law school scam: no jobs after graduation, and a house worth of debt
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US Supreme Court Upholds Social Security Tax on Doctors in Training (Medical Residents)The Mayo Clinic had hoped that the US Supreme Court would see the medical residents at their clinic and others as students exempt from Social Security tax, but that was overruled.
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Can Britney Have a Hit One More Time, Baby?Britney Spears has been in the public eye for years - but lately it's been for her tabloid-worthy behavior. She's trying to come back with her new single "Hold It Against Me," but will it work?Also published on:
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Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords May Leave Hospital as Soon as FridayCongresswoman Gabrielle Giffords (D-Ariz.) is now recovering from her head wound and her mother says she may be ready to leave the hospital.
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Verizon Wireless Finally Gets Apple IPhone and Bonus IPadThe Wall Street Journal preempted exclusive invitation only press conference to announce that the Apple iPhone will soon be available on Verizon Wireless
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Unusual New York City: Off the Tourist TrailMake your next trip to NYC memorable with these unusual attractions and offbeat destinations, all of which are free to visit!
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Dating Online: Just What Does a 100 Word Essay Say?Perusing an online ad can be as hard as deciphering a real estate listing - here's how to tell the keepers from the fixer-uppers!
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How to Pick a Charity to Make a Tax Deductible Contribution ToContributing money to a charity is can reduce your tax bill, and help a non profit organization, but how do you make sure that you pick the right organization?
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Tips and Tricks for Your Stay at Harrah's Casino and Hotel in Atlantic City, New JerseyHarrah's Casino and Hotel can be an expensive trip - or a cheap and fun one!
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TNT's the Closer Has Shown Women Making Bad Career Decisions... AgainTNT's The Closer shows Southern belle Brenda Johnson as ultra feminine, and lacking in career ambition.
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What Not to Put in Your Online Dating AdOnline dating is more popular than ever before - but use these lines, and find yourself without a date
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How to Get Your Home Ready for WinterWinter weather can be beautiful when the snow is falling, but without the proper supplies and preparations it can be an expensive inconvenience.
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3 Reasons Why a Camel Hair Coat is a Wardrobe Essential for Successful Career WomenA well tailored camel hair coat is a wardrobe essential for women who want to present a professional and fashionable image to their colleagues and clients.
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6 Reasons to Watch Dr. Quinn, Medicine Woman Reruns on TelevisionDr. Quinn, Medicine Woman is a frontier medical drama from the 1990s, now in syndication. Its entertainment value has only increased in the past fifteen years.
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Dear Wendy's: If I Wanted Real Food, I Wouldn't Be Eating HereI love Wendy's for their fries and their freakishly uniformly shaped nuggets ... which is why I don't understand their "real" food campaign!
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Year End Tax Planning Tips: 2 Things to Do, and 1 Not ToTake the time in December to make a few charitable contributions, and check your paycheck to lower your tax bill come April 15 - but don't wait to have that baby!
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10 Top Gadgets of the DecadeFrom 2000, to 2010, there were many developments in technology that changed the world forever - this is a list of the top ten.
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Dealing with Menstrual MigrainesHormones have been known to play hell with our emotions - but mine trigger menstrual migraines! This is how I deal with migraines, cramps, and a full time life.
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Small Business Tips: Why Your Employees Must Take Their Vacation TIme Every Year - and How to Make ThemMandatory vacation and time off policies are a best practice for all businesses, to deter fraud and keep your company strong.
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The 3 Buttons Your Blog Must HaveTo attract and retain loyal readers, make it easy for new readers to subscribe to new posts, follow you on Twitter, and "like" you on Facebook.
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The 5 Reasons Why No One is Reading Your BlogBlogging seems like an easy route to fame and fortune - but common mistakes can leave you with few or even no readers
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The New York Times Thinks that Women's Career Success Killed RomanceClosing the wage gap has had one nasty side effect - it turns out that men are not interested in women who are as successful as them - or more! The New York Times' thinks they have the answer: hide your success.
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First Person From a CPA: There Are No Second Chances When It Comes to Retirement SavingsRetirement should be the best period of your life. But without adequate financial planning, you may find yourself having to work until you die.
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Big Fat Blog - Far Ahead of the Rest of Us, or Just Gone Too Far?The fat acceptance movement has been gaining steam in recent years - but is it truly about accepting our bodies, or about condemning those who are not fat?
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How to Use Twitter to Promote Your Small BusinessTwitter can be a great way to market your products and services - but it's not about advertising.
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How to Shop Black Friday Sales to Save the Most MoneyBlack Friday is known for two things - great sales, and crazy crowds. You don't have to stand in the cold all night to get the best deals though.
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5 Things Your Small Business Website Should HaveEvery business needs a website - but what you do with it can be the difference between customers and closing.
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The Best Small Business Advice I Ever ReceivedThe best business advice I ever received came from my grandfather, a successful entrepreneur, who suggested that I consider the value of my time before taking on a new business.
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A Tax Accountant's 5 Top Tax Preparation Software ProgramsThere are dozens of different tax preparation software programs - some good, some no more than overpriced PDF's. These are the best!
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The Family Disease: My Experience With Thyroid DiseaseWhen my doctor said I had hypothyroidism, or an inactive thyroid, I was surprised - but not as surprised as the effect that Synthroid had on me - or the lack thereof.
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For Real Success, You Need A Stay At Home SpouseBefore you achieve career success so great that as CEO you can afford a nanny, housekeeper, etc., you have to put in CEO hours - which means your spouse is your support
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I Dream Of Jeannie Was No Fairy TaleAs a child I loved shows like I Dream of Jeannie and Bewitched, and Disney princess movies - but as an adult, I see a darker side to their portrayal of women.
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Kate Middleton Has No Identity of Her OwnDespite headlines declaring Middleton down-to-earth, in 8 years she has worked only 9 months, and had no life outside of her boyfriend.
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Dear TSA, I Think You Should Do MoreThe TSA body scans and pat downs are generating lots of fuss - but instead of stopping them, I think they should be doing more with them!
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Who You Marry is the Biggest Economic Decision You Will Ever MakeYour spouse will have a major effect on all aspects of your life - staying at home with the kids, big debt payments - and even whether you can retire.
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You Can Posture Your Way to Power by Kicking Back - Really!Research has found that how you sit or stand while at work can make you feel more powerful - and likely to take risks.
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To Top 8 Ways to Make Your Resume ShineEight easy ways to make your resume shine - and get you the interview!
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Republican Senators Vote Against Paycheck Fairness ActNot a single Republican senator voted for the Paycheck Fairness Act - including previous supporters Lisa Murkowski and Olympia Snowe
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Opinion: After Prince William's Engagement, Girls the World Over Are Disappointed -- and InspiredPrince William's engagement to Kate Middleton is the end of girlhood crushes - but the beginning of an inspiring happily-ever-after
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Life Unexpected Should Not Expect to EndIn its second season, Life Unexpected, shows the post-script of an adoption - when former teen parents Cate and Baze adopt their birth daughter Lux, now a teen herself.
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What to Bring to the Office Holiday Party Grab BagOffice Christmas parties include a gift swap - a grab bag, Chinese auction or "white elephant" - and what you bring can affect your reputation at work.
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Weight Watchers: 4 Memberships in 5 Years Meant Gaining Fifty PoundsI tried Weight Watchers four times in five years, and lost weight each time - but it didn't work for me.
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American Chanukah CelebrationsWhether it's spelled Chanukah or Hannukah, this holiday with its latkes, dreidels and fearsome Maccabbees, plays a big role in the childhood of Jewish children in America.
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First Person: The 5 Things Small Business Owners Must Know5 tips to help small business owners understand new tax laws and best practices to maximize their profits, and minimize costs.