Why Your Student Loan Interested Rate Could Double in July
Interest rates for new Stafford loans will rise to 6.8% from 3.4% on July 1st unless Congress acts.
Author: Erin Danly
Car Safety for Your Kids
While states have differing laws on child safety seats, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends following these general safety protocols when traveling in the car with your child.
7 Things You Didn’t Know You Could Rent
Here is a list of seven things you didn’t know you could rent, from the sensible to the strange, plus three questions to ask yourself before you rent anything.
What Big Decisions to Expect from the Supreme Court this Summer
Issues at stake include rights surrounding gay marriage, admissions policies at state universities, and Section 5 of The Voting Rights Act of 1965.
Where Should You Run to Avoid the Law?
If you were on the run from the law, where would you go?
Air Force Launches Special Victims Counsel for Sexual Assault Victims
Amid increased focus on how sexual assault cases are handled in the military, the Department of Defense (DoD) has unveiled a new program that advocates for the victims of sexual assault.
Is “Hate Speech” on Facebook Still Free Speech?
In a blog post late last month, Facebook said it would evaluate and update its policies on hate speech. The social media company apologized for failing to handle offensive material according to its policies.
Lois Lerner Denies Wrongdoing in IRS Scandal
Scandal erupted at the IRS mid-May when it was discovered that conservative groups applying for tax-exempt status were subjected to extra scrutiny.
Was Yahoo’s Purchase of Tumblr a Smart Move?
Tumblr acquisitionYahoo bought Tumblr for $1.1 billion in an effort to attract younger users. Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer has promised “not to screw it up.”
Time for a Federal Law Against Texting and Driving?
More teenagers in the U.S. die as a result of texting while driving than from driving drunk. Laws regarding distracted driving are left up to the states now, but is that enough?