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.
How TV Ads Target Young People
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
What TV ads do young adults notice? According to new research, men like sarcasm and competition, while women prefer seeing role models and happy situations.
Google Knows What You Did Last Summer
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
And this summer. They’ve used maps search data to determine the most popular summer activities and destinations in various countries.
Work Stress is a Heart Attack Risk
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
Medical journal The Lancet recently published a study showing low-level but demanding jobs significantly raise the risk of heart disease.
iPhone 5 Sold Out Already
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
Apple’s initial inventory sold out in just one hour and they’re pushing back the shipping date. This probably means longer lines in person on release day, too.
6 Ways to Protect Your Work Computer
Brandon Ballenger on September 14, 2012
Last week consumer data that may have been stolen from an FBI laptop was posted online. How do you guard your work computer?
Average Worker’s Income Down 2.5 Percent
Brandon Ballenger on September 13, 2012
Census data shows many more Americans were back to work in 2011, but in low-paying jobs.
What’s New With the iPhone 5
Brandon Ballenger on September 13, 2012
Want to know what’s changed in the latest version of Apple’s signature product? Here’s a quick list.
Should Moms Work Part Time?
Brandon Ballenger on September 13, 2012
A new survey of stay-at-home and full-time working moms finds neither is happy.
Few Plan to Switch Jobs Next Year
Brandon Ballenger on September 13, 2012
A new survey says most people will stick with their current employer next year. Last year, a majority said they planned to leave.
Restaurants Where You Might Spot Stars
Brandon Ballenger on September 13, 2012
A dining site has compiled a list of restaurants where celebrities have been recently spotted. Any in your city?
Fast Food Menus Adding Calorie Counts
Brandon Ballenger on September 12, 2012
McDonald’s has started highlighting its calorie counts right on the big signboards, both inside and outside. Other restaurants probably will, too.
The Most Frugal Cities
Brandon Ballenger on September 12, 2012
An analysis of coupon use finds New England is more thrifty than the South, but people in populous and coastal cities use them less.
The One Percent is 288 Times Richer Than You
Brandon Ballenger on September 12, 2012
A new report says those in the wealthiest percent of Americans make an average of $16.4 million. In the other 99 percent, it’s $57,000.
Government Lawsuit Makes E-Books Cheaper
Brandon Ballenger on September 12, 2012
The Department of Justice told Apple and publishers to stop fixing prices. One publisher’s prices have already dropped significantly.
More Free Wi-Fi for Some
Brandon Ballenger on September 12, 2012
A Google-Boingo partnership will offer Android phone and laptop users free access to more than 4,000 hotspots until at least the end of the month.
How to Avoid 4 Common Internet Scams
Brandon Ballenger on September 12, 2012
Consumer Reports is warning about the latest computer-related rip-offs, including unbelievable coupons and iPad contests. Here’s how to protect yourself.
Illegal Downloads? $9,250 Each
Brandon Ballenger on September 11, 2012
A music piracy lawsuit that’s been ongoing since 2007 may be over, with a judgment that one woman owes the industry 222 grand.
Surprise! Bank Slashes Some Mortgage Rates
Brandon Ballenger on September 11, 2012
Chase is sending certain homeowners unexpected letters that offer to cut their payments by hundreds a month. It’s not a scam.
Get Out of Jail, Collect $104 Million
Brandon Ballenger on September 11, 2012
A former Swiss banking employee just won a big whistleblower award from the IRS.
Job Recovery Favors Men
Brandon Ballenger on September 11, 2012
Analysis of national job reports shows men are getting new work more often than women.
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