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.
Girls Gone Wild Has Gone Bankrupt
Brandon Ballenger on March 4, 2013
The move is to dodge millions in outstanding debts from lawsuits against the company and its founder.
$9 Will Speed You Through Security on United
Brandon Ballenger on March 4, 2013
United Airlines customers can now bribe – er, I mean, enjoy premier access – to shorter airport lines.
A Date to Mars Will Happen in 5 Years
Brandon Ballenger on March 1, 2013
Men are from Mars, and one woman is going to take her husband back there on a millionaire’s dime.
Lawsuits: Budweiser Is Watered Down
Brandon Ballenger on March 1, 2013
People in three states are suing Anheuser-Busch, because apparently they’re not as drunk as they paid to be.
What the Best-Paid Wall Street CEOs Make And How Many People They Fire
Brandon Ballenger on March 1, 2013
The five-best paid CEOs have collectively laid off – or plan to lay off – over 60,000 people in the past two years and this one, while raking in $62 million in total compensation.
The Tooth Fairy Predicts the Economy
Brandon Ballenger on February 28, 2013
And the tooth – sorry, the truth – is, things are getting better.
Another Social Network Wants To Save You Money
Brandon Ballenger on February 28, 2013
Foursquare users can now get some special discounts when they connect a credit card to the app.
Legal Marijuana Faces a 75 Percent Tax Rate
Brandon Ballenger on February 28, 2013
Dispensaries can’t take the deductions other businesses do, so profits are going up in smoke for many.
When an Associate Degree Outpays a Bachelor’s
Brandon Ballenger on February 27, 2013
Some people graduate with a 2-year degree into $50,000-a-year jobs. And some with 4-year degrees make $10 an hour.
Congress’ Pay Immune to Sequestration, Budget Cuts
Brandon Ballenger on February 27, 2013
While most of the federal budget will get slashed in some way Friday, the people responsible won’t be affected.
Can Women Be Drafted?
Brandon Ballenger on February 27, 2013
Not yet. But they could soon be required to sign up for selective military service like guys. Then again, selective service may disappear altogether.
Cablevision Adds Sports Programming Fee
Brandon Ballenger on February 26, 2013
Whether they actually watch sports or not, Cablevision customers are going to pay for the privilege.
Failed Budget Deal May Mean Slower Air Travel
Brandon Ballenger on February 26, 2013
Automatic cuts that take effect next week mean more flights will probably be cancelled, and security lines will be far longer.
Pirates May Lose Their Internet Connection
Brandon Ballenger on February 26, 2013
A new “six strikes” copyright alert system is now in place through the major Internet providers. Illegal downloads could shut you out.
Your Smartphone Might Cause a Wreck
Brandon Ballenger on February 25, 2013
Not from texting: Because of poor government planning in the quest for smarter cars.
Flu Vaccine Worked Only Half the Time This Year
Brandon Ballenger on February 25, 2013
A government report says vaccinations were less effective than usual, and significantly less among the elderly.
Report: Seafood Fraud is Widespread
Brandon Ballenger on February 25, 2013
Up to a third of fish sold in the country may be mislabeled. It’s especially bad at sushi restaurants.
How Google Searches Get Criminals Caught
Brandon Ballenger on February 22, 2013
Law enforcement can scour search histories to find clues. You can’t stop them, but you can at least stop other people who might come across your data.
Young Adults Dealing With Debt Better Than Their Parents
Brandon Ballenger on February 22, 2013
Young adults have been quicker to tackle debt during and after the recession than their elders.
How the Fiscal Cliff Is Still Hurting the Economy
Brandon Ballenger on February 22, 2013
Even though we didn’t go over it, the alternative Congress came up with was pretty lousy and will slow the country’s recovery.
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