Author: Brandon Ballenger
Happy People Make More Money
Brandon Ballenger on January 7, 2013
New research ties wealth to emotional health. One of the keys to success may be a happy childhood.
Despite Giving Billions Away, Bill Gates Getting Richer
Brandon Ballenger on January 4, 2013
The founder of Microsoft has donated more than $28 billion to charity. But his wealth is going up, not down.
Super Bowl Ads Hit Record Price
Brandon Ballenger on January 4, 2013
How much would you pay for a 30-second slot during one of the most-watched events on TV? Probably not this much.
How to Get on The Price Is Right
Brandon Ballenger on January 4, 2013
If you’ve ever dreamed of being a contestant, reading a funny first-person account can’t hurt your chances.
Consumer Watchdog Is Just Getting Started
Brandon Ballenger on January 4, 2013
In its first couple years, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau has fined big banks millions and assumed oversight of credit reporting agencies. That was a warm-up.
Should We Make a Trillion-Dollar Coin?
Brandon Ballenger on January 4, 2013
Some people are suggesting the government make a valuable platinum coin that could circumvent Congressional bickering over the debt.
2013’s Most Stressful Jobs
Brandon Ballenger on January 3, 2013
A study measured different kinds of job demands to decide who has the most hectic work. The results are a little strange.
An Apple iWatch?
Brandon Ballenger on January 3, 2013
With a big technology showcase coming up, rumors are flying fast. One of them is that Apple might make a smartphone you can wear.
Government Investigation of Google Over
Brandon Ballenger on January 3, 2013
The Federal Trade Commission decided the company does not unfairly promote its own services.
Rig Company to Pay $1.4 Billion for Oil Spill
Brandon Ballenger on January 3, 2013
Transocean, partially responsible for the Deepwater Horizon oil spill in 2010, will pay up and plead guilty to a criminal charge.
Hormel Buys Skippy Brand
Brandon Ballenger on January 3, 2013
You probably wouldn’t put peanut butter on your pepperoni, but the brand’s apparently worth $700 million to its new owner.
Fiscal Cliff Deal May Boost Home Sales
Brandon Ballenger on January 2, 2013
One measure in the agreement extends a tax break for underwater homeowners.
Study: Sugar Makes You Overeat
Brandon Ballenger on January 2, 2013
We already know sugary drinks contribute to obesity. But researchers have discovered they actually change how the brain works.
We Hit the Debt Ceiling Again
Brandon Ballenger on January 2, 2013
America owes $16.394 trillion. And yes, that probably means another big, expensive fight in Congress.
How Billionaires Got Richer in 2012
Brandon Ballenger on January 2, 2013
The world’s richest people added $241 billion more to their net worth last year. Here’s how, and by how much.
Obama’s Debt Commission Chairs Diss Fiscal Cliff Fix
Brandon Ballenger on January 2, 2013
Erskine Bowles and Alan Simpson are not impressed with Congress’ past-the-last-minute tax shenanigans. Here’s what they said.
Study: Being Overweight Is Not Necessarily Unhealthy
Brandon Ballenger on January 1, 2013
Research suggests the death risk for overweight people is lower than many believe.
2012 Had Highest Ever Average Gas Price
Brandon Ballenger on January 1, 2013
It wasn’t your imagination. Gas prices overall were worse than even 2008’s.
An iPhone Gift with Conditions
Brandon Ballenger on January 1, 2013
Read what one mother made her 13-year-old son agree to for his Christmas present.
How Accurate Are Food Labels?
Brandon Ballenger on January 1, 2013
Tests on over 600 products show nutrition info is often well off the mark about the amount of fats, sugars, and nutrients.
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