April 2011
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Show the Environmental Protection Agency How You...
There’s still time to demonstrate your commitment to environmental protection, and be a part of the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) “It’s My Environment Video Project.”
To make your video, just hold up and read a sign that says “It’s My Environment” while taking an action to protect the environment like recycling, turning off lights, or turning off the tap...
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vaccines.gov →
At the new Vaccines.gov you’ll find vaccine recommendations and learn about the diseases vaccines can prevent.
You’ll also find information from your state on vaccine requirements for children entering school or child care, and tips for the vaccines you might need to travel abroad.
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Safe Social Networking
Social media websites and applications are a now normal part of everyday life, allowing you to connect with friends and family across the world. Some of the newer social media tools use GPS technology that allow you to “check in” by posting your location on social media channels to receive special offers from retailers. While it is tempting to keep your friends updated on your life, these posts...
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Avoid Tax Refund Fees
With the tax filing deadline quickly approaching, you might hear ads persuading you that you can get your tax refund faster with a tax refund loan (also known as a refund anticipation loan).
A tax refund loan is a loan from a paid tax preparer, based on the amount of money you are expected to receive as a refund. It may seem like a great way to get your money within a couple of days, but the...
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Look Out for Phishing Scams
Over the weekend, thousands of people learned that their email addresses had been compromised as the result of an unauthorized entry into the systems of Epsilon Interactive, an email service provider.
If you received one of the alerts, you should be extra vigilant about the kind of emails you receive and which ones you choose to open or answer.
Because of this security breach, you may be at an...
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What You Need to Know About Reverse Mortgages
If you are a senior and need to supplement your income, you might be considering a reverse mortgage. A “reverse” mortgage is a loan against your home that you don’t have to pay back for as long as you live there.
When the home is sold, the lenders recover the principal, plus interest, on the loan. The remaining value of the home goes to you or your heirs.
With a reverse mortgage, you can turn...
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Help Wake the Next NASA Shuttle Crew
“Moving HTV to a new docking port” by European Space Agency astronaut Paolo Nespoli on Flickr.
You can help decide which songs will wake up astronauts on the next space shuttle mission.
The NASA Space Rock Committee invited musicians to write songs to awaken shuttle astronauts and received 1,350 original songs. The committee has narrowed the songs down to 10 finalists and needs your...
March 2011
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Which Schools Have the Best Broadband Connections?
Access to broadband at school gives teachers and students access to a wealth of online educational resources. With a quality broadband connection, students from rural areas, inner cities and the suburbs have equal access to the same educational tools.
To see which areas of the country have high quality broadband access, view the interactive Education Broadband Map.
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Check Out Your Local Farmers Market
Michelle Obama shopping at a farmers market in Washington, D.C.
Spring is the perfect time to explore your local farmers market. You can stock up on the fruits and veggies you enjoy the most and try produce that you’ve never tasted. Farmers markets are also a great chance to chat with farmers about their farm operations and to learn more about how they grow their food. This is especially...
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Your Rights Under the New Healthcare Law
It’s been just over a year since President Obama signed the new healthcare law.
This week Healthcare.gov highlighted some of the different benefits you and your family may be eligible for under the new law:
Most young adults can stay on their parent’s family plan until they turn 26. It doesn’t matter whether you’re married, living with your parents, in school, or financially...
