Author: Brandon Ballenger
I'm a freelance journalist living in South Florida. If I'm not writing, I'm playing video games or at the beach. My favorite spice is oregano, and I thought you should know. I got my bachelor's degree in English and public communication from Florida Atlantic University in 2008.
Is Selling Used Books Illegal?
Brandon Ballenger on December 11, 2012
It may be, depending on what the Supreme Court decides next year.
How Google Dodges Billions in Taxes
Brandon Ballenger on December 10, 2012
How did the search giant dodge $2 billion in taxes for 2011?
Science Explains What Gifts People Want
Brandon Ballenger on December 10, 2012
Spending more doesn’t necessarily mean more appreciation for the gift, research says. Guess what else doesn’t matter?
Best Buy Sued for Stealing Trade Secrets
Brandon Ballenger on December 10, 2012
The company will pay millions for using another business’ buyback program model.
Pizza Hut Has Perfume?
Brandon Ballenger on December 10, 2012
The chain made a limited edition scent and gave it out to Facebook fans.
Netflix CEO Investigated for Facebook Post
Brandon Ballenger on December 7, 2012
Can businesses get in trouble with the government for sharing good news on social media? Maybe.
Another Jackpot Winner Claims Prize
Brandon Ballenger on December 7, 2012
The Arizona Powerball winner claimed $192 million without revealing his or her identity.
Energy-Efficient Cable Boxes Coming
Brandon Ballenger on December 7, 2012
The cable industry is aiming to save consumers $1.5 billion a year.
Unemployment at 4-Year Low
Brandon Ballenger on December 7, 2012
The unemployment rate is 7.7 percent, although it excludes people who gave up looking for work.
Nurse Victim of Kate Middleton Hoax Call Dies
Brandon Ballenger on December 7, 2012
A woman who was tricked into revealing medical information about Kate Middleton’s pregnancy is suspected of committing suicide.
Apple To Add More American Jobs?
Brandon Ballenger on December 6, 2012
In a new interview, CEO Tim Cook said next year they will “bring some production to the U.S.”
Banks Get Highest Earnings Since the Recession
Brandon Ballenger on December 6, 2012
A quarterly report shows banks are making the most they have in the past six years.
Avoiding Pound-Foolish Travel
Brandon Ballenger on December 6, 2012
Saving a few bucks isn’t always worth it.
Gay People Make More Money
Brandon Ballenger on December 6, 2012
They are also smarter spenders than the average American, a study shows.
Divorced Couples Stay in Business
Brandon Ballenger on December 6, 2012
Would you run a company with your ex? It turns out many do.
From Cremated Pet to Diamond Jewelry
Brandon Ballenger on December 5, 2012
Would you immortalize a lost pet in a man-made gem? Here’s how much it costs.
Study: Soda Raises Prostate Cancer Risk
Brandon Ballenger on December 5, 2012
Men who drink a sugary drink per day had markedly higher risk. Certain foods also raised the odds, according to years of research.
How to Build a Life-Sized Gingerbread House
Brandon Ballenger on December 5, 2012
For starters, you’ll need: 4,803 cups of butter and brown sugar, 14,409 tablespoons of ginger, 19,212 cups of flour…
Historic French Chateau Bulldozed by Mistake
Brandon Ballenger on December 5, 2012
Here’s how an 18th-century manor became rubble.
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