Revealed: What army won’t say about Bengal land scam (The Telegraph)
New Delhi, Jan. 12: Yesterday’s scam is today’s strategic blunder. Read the original: Revealed: What army won’t say about Bengal land scam (The Telegraph)
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Cujo announces retirement (Slam! Sports)
Curtis Joseph, the winningest goaltender in National Hockey League history to have never won the Stanley Cup, announced his retirement Tuesday. See the original post here: Cujo announces retirement (Slam! Sports)
Missouri Attorney General’s Office gets Boonville call about grandparent scam (Boonville Daily News)
A scam targeted at older Missouri residents — including at least one person in Boonville — appears to be continuing, a state official said Friday. Read more: Missouri Attorney General’s Office gets Boonville call about grandparent scam (Boonville Daily News)
Police warn about Council Tax phone scam (This is West Country)
RESIDENTS are being urged to be on their guard against a new scam surrounding the Council Tax. More: Police warn about Council Tax phone scam (This is West Country)
Scam artists use census to steal personal information (WAVE 3 Louisville)
The 2010 census process is about to begin and scam artists are using this as an opportunity to steal your identity. Original post: Scam artists use census to steal personal information (WAVE 3 Louisville)
The Countdown to Retirement (The Globe and Mail)
Financial Planning See the rest here: The Countdown to Retirement (The Globe and Mail)
Retirement planning with your spouse (The Globe and Mail)
Financial Planning Read the original: Retirement planning with your spouse (The Globe and Mail)
Lung association warns of telephone scam (The Telegram)
The Newfoundland and Labrador Lung Association today warned of a telephone scam that uses the organization’s name as a lure. Continued here: Lung association warns of telephone scam (The Telegram)
Lutheran publisher terminates retirement plan (Minnesota Public Radio)
The publishing house of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America is cutting off retirement benefits for current employees and retirees because of budget problems. More here: Lutheran publisher terminates retirement plan (Minnesota Public Radio)
Three wanted over ATM scam (BigPond News)
Police have released images of three men wanted for a large scale ATM skimming scam centred in Wollongong. View original post here: Three wanted over ATM scam (BigPond News)
Scam targetting Summerside grandparents (CBC Prince Edward Island)
Summerside police are investigating a new telephone scam that plays on the love elderly people have for their grandchildren. The rest is here: Scam targetting Summerside grandparents (CBC Prince Edward Island)
The retirement years: 10 financial tips (The Globe and Mail)
Careful planning can ensure your retirement years live up to your expectations Read the original: The retirement years: 10 financial tips (The Globe and Mail)
2009-10 retirement plan contribution limits (Bankrate.com via Yahoo! Finance)
Keeping up with IRS rules on retirement plan contribution limits is easier with this chart. See the rest here: 2009-10 retirement plan contribution limits (Bankrate.com via Yahoo! Finance)
YOUR SECURITY: Retirement Estimator even better than before (Eureka Times-Standard)
Improvements to one of the most popular online services in government — the Retirement Estimator, located at www.socialsecurity.gov/estimator — allow more people than ever before to get a personalized and instant estimate of future Social Visit link: YOUR SECURITY: Retirement Estimator even better than before (Eureka Times-Standard)
Planning retreat mulled in light of budget problems (Kane County Chronicle)
BATAVIA – Batavia aldermen today are set to discuss whether to spend $19,500 for a City Council planning retreat in light of the city’s budget problems. Original post: Planning retreat mulled in light of budget problems (Kane County Chronicle)
Three wanted over ATM skimming scam (Sky News Australia)
Police have released images of three men wanted in relation to a large scale ATM skimming scam centred in Wollongong. Visit link: Three wanted over ATM skimming scam (Sky News Australia)
Essentials for a secure retirement (Austin American-Statesman)
Essentials for a secure retirement Follow this link: Essentials for a secure retirement (Austin American-Statesman)
Tax Season: Now’s the Time to Get to Planning (SmartPros Accounting)
December 20, 2009 (Tulsa World, Okla.) As if you weren’t already rushed enough with last-minute holiday shopping and general year-end busyness, here’s a little something extra to throw into the mix — tax planning. Visit link: Tax Season: Now’s the Time to Get to Planning (SmartPros Accounting)
Col Allan Considering Retirement? (Updated) [Rumormonger] (Gawker)
Gabriel Sherman is tweeting that New York Post editor Col Allan is “considering retirement,” according to NYP sources. What might this mean for the Post’s lovable “angry drunk” journalism style? If… Original post: Col Allan Considering Retirement? (Updated) [Rumormonger] (Gawker)
‘Phased retirement’ – and its paychecks – have gained popularity, but watch for drawbacks (Dallas Morning News)
It’s no secret that older workers are reinventing retirement, and that’s a great thing. Follow this link: ‘Phased retirement’ – and its paychecks – have gained popularity, but watch for drawbacks (Dallas Morning News)
KTVN Channel 2 – Reno Tahoe News Weather, Video – 1 killed in retirement center fire in Anaheim (KTVN Reno)
ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) – The Anaheim Fire Department says one person was killed and 47 elderly residents have been displaced after a fire at a retirement housing center. Originally posted here: KTVN Channel 2 – Reno Tahoe News Weather, Video – 1 killed in retirement center fire in Anaheim (KTVN Reno)
Neighborhood news: Cell phones for seniors (News & Messenger)
In partnership with 911 Cellphone Bank, cell phones and chargers are being collected to be reconditioned and made available free of charge to seniors and disabled citizens. More here: Neighborhood news: Cell phones for seniors (News & Messenger)
Warring army generals behind Sukhna scam (Hindustan Times)
The Sukhna land scam, which has greatly embarrassed the top army brass, has its origin in intra-service rivalry among some high-ranking generals. The rest is here: Warring army generals behind Sukhna scam (Hindustan Times)
Bad News Ahead For Fund Investors (Fox News)
Bad News Ahead For Fund Investors The rest is here: Bad News Ahead For Fund Investors (Fox News)
2010 lookahead: What’s ahead in the new year – Navy News, news from Iraq – Navy Times (Navy Times)
Expect big changes in pay, uniforms, hardware and personnel policy in the coming year. A rundown of the top issues for sailors to watch: Original post: 2010 lookahead: What’s ahead in the new year – Navy News, news from Iraq – Navy Times (Navy Times)
Police: Beware of repair scam (Opelousas Daily World)
LAFAYETTE — A house-calling contractor offering a good deal on roof repair may actually be a scam artist, police said Thursday, warning residents of a roofing repair scam. Read more from the original source: Police: Beware of repair scam (Opelousas Daily World)
Essentials for a secure retirement (Seattle Times)
Here are the essentials for a secure retirement. Read more: Essentials for a secure retirement (Seattle Times)
Refresh Your Retirement Plan (WallStreet Journal via Yahoo! Finance)
January offers the perfect opportunity to organize a retirement plan because year-end financial statements show how investments performed during the stock market’s decline and rebound. Visit link: Refresh Your Retirement Plan (WallStreet Journal via Yahoo! Finance)
SD man pleads not guilty in lottery ticket scam (Rapid City Journal)
ABERDEEN — A Sioux Falls man accused of trying to scam video lottery businesses using fake tickets pleaded not guilty in Aberdeen to charges that include forgery and grand theft by deception. Read more here: SD man pleads not guilty in lottery ticket scam (Rapid City Journal)
Continuation boards offer chance to stay Navy – Navy News, news from Iraq – Navy Times (Navy Times)
For above-zone officers, the pending promotion selection boards may not be good news. If you’re passed over a second time, you’re shown the door. View post: Continuation boards offer chance to stay Navy – Navy News, news from Iraq – Navy Times (Navy Times)
Foster City bids farewell to longtime employees (Oakland Tribune)
The city’s finance director and planning manager are among those moving on. More here: Foster City bids farewell to longtime employees (Oakland Tribune)
OFWs in UAE victimized by pyramid scam, land in jail (GMA News)
Twenty-two Filipinos in the United Arab Emirates were imprisoned after falling prey to a pyramid scam, resulting in charges of issuing bounced checks. Read the original: OFWs in UAE victimized by pyramid scam, land in jail (GMA News)
Scam artists claim to be bank (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
A scam artist posing as a Bank of Chickamauga official has taken advantage of at least a handful of residents in the Walker County town. Visit link: Scam artists claim to be bank (Chattanooga Times Free Press)
Mystery shopper scam investigated (KPUA AM 670 Hilo)
Big Island Police are warning the public to beware of an Internet scam that promises to provide a job as a “mystery shopper.” A 31-year-old Kamuela woman applied for the job on line. Originally posted here: Mystery shopper scam investigated (KPUA AM 670 Hilo)
Charity’s money stolen by gang in scam (This is Oxfordshire)
THIEVES targeted a former Tory MP in a city centre scam and stole £1,000 destined for African orphans and pensioners. Read the rest here: Charity’s money stolen by gang in scam (This is Oxfordshire)
Lafayette police warn of roofing scam (KPLC Lake Charles)
Associated Press – January 1, 2010 7:14 AM ET LAFAYETTE, La. (AP) – Police in Lafayette say a crook is targeting elderly homeowners in a repair scam. Read this article: Lafayette police warn of roofing scam (KPLC Lake Charles)
SEBI passes Rs 15 crore consent order in IPO scam (INDOlink)
Mumbai, Dec 31 (PTI) Market regulator SEBI today settled the case against market players Jitendra Lalwani and Sheelu Lalwani for their alleged involvement in the IPO scam on payment of about Rs 15 crore. See the article here: SEBI passes Rs 15 crore consent order in IPO scam (INDOlink)
Barnoldswick woman conned by internet dog scam (Pendle Today)
A BARNOLDSWICK woman who was conned by an internet dog scam has warned others to be on their guard. See original here: Barnoldswick woman conned by internet dog scam (Pendle Today)
Jamaica lottery scam warning to residents (This is Hampshire)
HAMPSHIRE trading standards officers are warning people to be on their guard against a new Jamaican-based lottery scam. More: Jamaica lottery scam warning to residents (This is Hampshire)
At McDonald’s, a Retirement Stirs Questions (The Hendersonville Times-News)
WILLIAM NEUMAN Ralph Alvarez’s departure is the second time in a little more than three years that the company’s No. 2 executive has left suddenly. Go here to see the original: At McDonald’s, a Retirement Stirs Questions (The Hendersonville Times-News)
Charged over lottery scam (The New Straits Times)
MARAN: A 39-year-old Indonesian woman was charged at the magistrate’s court yesterday in relation to a lottery ticket scam. Continue reading here: Charged over lottery scam (The New Straits Times)
Photo Leads To Scam Suspect Arrest (KCRA 3 Sacramento)
Sheriff’s officials say they caught a scam artist after a Palmdale shopper spotted a photo of her two daughters on a collection box for donations to pay for their funerals. See the original post: Photo Leads To Scam Suspect Arrest (KCRA 3 Sacramento)
Responsible Retirement Investment Planning Seminars (dBusinessNews.com)
Chicago – With so much financial information and so many services available to consumers, making financial plans for the future can be a very rigorous and complicated endeavor, causing great uncertainty and prompting individuals to put off retirement. Read more: Responsible Retirement Investment Planning Seminars (dBusinessNews.com)
Appeals court orders new trial for man in S-M loan scam (The Shawano Leader)
MADISON – A state appeals court has ordered a new trial for a Gresham man, ruling he didn’t receive effective assistance of counsel when convicted in 2006 of theft in a $196,000 Stockbridge-Munsee tribal loan scam. See original here: Appeals court orders new trial for man in S-M loan scam (The Shawano Leader)
FDA Warns About Scam Artists Posing As Federal Agents (KMGH 7 Denver)
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration is warning the public about scam artists posing as federal agents and pressuring consumers into paying thousands of dollars in bogus “fines.” Go here to see the original: FDA Warns About Scam Artists Posing As Federal Agents (KMGH 7 Denver)
Phishing scam targets bank customers (NBC 12 Richmond)
RICHMOND, VA (WWBT) – Customers in our area are again getting text messages about problems with their bank accounts. It’s a recurring scam that tries to use your bank to rip you off. Original post: Phishing scam targets bank customers (NBC 12 Richmond)
See No Retirement, Have No Retirement (The Motley Fool)
Don’t keep your head in the sand when it comes to planning your future. See original here: See No Retirement, Have No Retirement (The Motley Fool)
ATM scam targeting State Employees Credit Union (The News & Observer)
Officials with the N.C. State Employees Credit Union released an alert this week warning their customers about a scam involving the use of their ATM cards, especially at gas pumps. Excerpt from: ATM scam targeting State Employees Credit Union (The News & Observer)
Man Creates Fake Transcripts in Tuition Scam (News Channel 5 Cleveland)
A man recruited hospital employees and made counterfeit University of Akron transcripts for a tuition reimbursement scam. Excerpt from: Man Creates Fake Transcripts in Tuition Scam (News Channel 5 Cleveland)
Top of the news: annual top 10 local stories of the year countdown begins today (Oroville Mercury-Register)
At the close of each year, the news staff of the Mercury-Register gets together to vote on the top 10 stories of the year. Read more here: Top of the news: annual top 10 local stories of the year countdown begins today (Oroville Mercury-Register)
Scam artist sells stolen Disneyland tickets to families (KTVK 3TV Phoenix)
Police arrest a scam artist preying on families trying to get their kids to the happiest place on Earth. Read this article: Scam artist sells stolen Disneyland tickets to families (KTVK 3TV Phoenix)
Teachers union floats early retirement plan (WCAX-TV Vermont)
Vermont teachers are proposing a new solution to education funding problems in hopes of fending off cuts in retirement benefits. Excerpt from: Teachers union floats early retirement plan (WCAX-TV Vermont)
Latest Georgia news, sports, business and entertainment (WFXL Southwest Georgia)
Latest Georgia news, sports, business and entertainment Visit link: Latest Georgia news, sports, business and entertainment (WFXL Southwest Georgia)
Police: The Frenchman, savoir-faire, Craigslist and a scam. (San Jose Mercury News)
Pascal Christian Chaubard was one smooth operator, police say. The French national allegedly used Craig’s List to scam Bay Area residents of tens of thousands of dollars a year in phony airline tickets. Link: Police: The Frenchman, savoir-faire, Craigslist and a scam. (San Jose Mercury News)
Brooklyn Travel Agent Charged In Booking Scam (NY1 News)
A Brooklyn travel agent has been charged with swindling some of the city’s Russian immigrants out of $26,000 as part of a trip booking scam, police say. Read the original: Brooklyn Travel Agent Charged In Booking Scam (NY1 News)
KJCT8.com – Grand Junction, Montrose – Weather, News, Sports | Mesa County cuts employees’ 401k benefits (KJCT 8 Grand Junction)
GRAND JUNCTION, Colo. (KJCT) – Falling county funding has pushed Mesa County to rethink their employees retirement benefits. Go here to see the original: KJCT8.com – Grand Junction, Montrose – Weather, News, Sports | Mesa County cuts employees’ 401k benefits (KJCT 8 Grand Junction)
You Think That’s All You’ll Need to Retire? (The Motley Fool)
You should know that $250,000 isn’t going to see you through retirement. You’ll need a lot more. Read this article: You Think That’s All You’ll Need to Retire? (The Motley Fool)
Mail scam warning (Cedar Creek Pilot)
The Henderson County District Attorney’s Office is warning citizens to be aware of an emerging mail scam that is preying on Henderson County residents. Read the rest here: Mail scam warning (Cedar Creek Pilot)
Don’t double down on retirement (Bankrate.com via Yahoo! Finance)
Couples with retirement savings should not double down on exposures to different investments. Visit link: Don’t double down on retirement (Bankrate.com via Yahoo! Finance)
Scam Targets Unemployment Recipients (WRTV Indianapolis)
A woman says she responded to a text message regarding her unemployment benefits that turned out to be a trick set up to obtain personal information. View original post here: Scam Targets Unemployment Recipients (WRTV Indianapolis)
Police warn of new email scam (Pendle Today)
POLICE have issued a warning about the latest email scam that has duped computer users into handing over thousands of pounds. See original here: Police warn of new email scam (Pendle Today)
Lord Swaraj Paul being investigated in parliamentary expenses scam (New Kerala)
London, Dec. 27 : Lord Swaraj Paul has become the latest peer to be investigated by the British police in the parliamentary expenses scam, taking the total number of parliamentarians under scanner to five peers and four MPs. Originally posted here: Lord Swaraj Paul being investigated in parliamentary expenses scam (New Kerala)
ISU poll sees retirement avalanche (Iowa Farmer)
The farm population is aging nationwide, and Iowa farmers are no exception. As more farmers approach or reach retirement age, questions about retirement and farm succession plans increase in importance. Continue reading here: ISU poll sees retirement avalanche (Iowa Farmer)
Senators introduce bill to require employers to provide 401(k) plan retirement projections (Seattle Times)
The AARP, the Women’s Institute for a Secure Retirement and the Retirement Security Project, among others, are backing the legislation. Visit link: Senators introduce bill to require employers to provide 401(k) plan retirement projections (Seattle Times)
Man jailed in US for fake bank scam (BigPond News)
A NZ man posing as an international banker has been jailed for a multi-million dollar fraud in the US. Read this article: Man jailed in US for fake bank scam (BigPond News)
Slow economy dominates ‘09 news (The Huntington Herald-Dispatch)
Much like the rest of the country, the Tri-State felt the weight of a nationwide recession during 2009. View post: Slow economy dominates ‘09 news (The Huntington Herald-Dispatch)
How prepared are Canadians for retirement (The Temasek Review)
TI CINEMA TOPIC:ECONOMIC REFORMS Source: http://www.youtube.com/v/5rFcKr3Cglg The state of retirement readiness in Canada is examined as Fidelity Investments releases findings of its unprecedented research study.. Continued here: How prepared are Canadians for retirement (The Temasek Review)
Top Iowa City news stories of 2009 (The Iowa City Press-Citizen)
On the surface, the news stories of 2009 paled in comparison to those from the previous year, but their implications will still be felt for years to come. Read the original here: Top Iowa City news stories of 2009 (The Iowa City Press-Citizen)
Trend of rural retirement may be turning around (San Diego Union-Tribune)
The reality of rural elderhood might be undercutting a retirement trend that encouraged Americans to head for the open spaces. Read more: Trend of rural retirement may be turning around (San Diego Union-Tribune)
Archives > News (York News-Times)
YORK — A retirement reception will be held for Margaret Samson, who has worked at the county assessor’s office since 1994. She worked at the veteran service office between 1990 and 1994 and has been a county employee on and off since 1960. Visit link: Archives > News (York News-Times)
298 sentenced in 35 fodder scam cases (Calcutta News)
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Friday said a total of 298 people have been sentenced in 35 cases related to the fodder scam in Bihar and Jharkhand. Continued here: 298 sentenced in 35 fodder scam cases (Calcutta News)
Fake ad scam uncovered (The Courier Mail)
A QUEENSLAND company has helped uncover a scam involving businesses being sold advertisements in magazines that did not exist. Read the original here: Fake ad scam uncovered (The Courier Mail)
Choose retirement plan that matches you (Bankrate.com)
Dear Dr. Don, I have a 401(k) plan that I have been maxing out for the past two years. Read this article: Choose retirement plan that matches you (Bankrate.com)
Pocatello mobile home park connected to multi-million dollar scam (KIDK TV Idaho Falls)
High Country Estates in Pocatello is one area that the U.S. Department of Justice believes was used for a $31 million scam. Follow this link: Pocatello mobile home park connected to multi-million dollar scam (KIDK TV Idaho Falls)