Disability: An Overlooked Threat to Retirement
Tough economic times are threatening the financial security of more workers, including their dreams of a secure retirement. The Council for Disability Awareness (CDA) paper “Worker Disability: A Growing Risk…
Arachnophobia And Other Fears
By Edward Mills We had a little excitement this morning at home. My wife came out of the bathroom and said, quite calmly, “Ed, there’s a big black spider in…
Travel Tips of the Week 12-15-08
By Jean Strauber, Travel Editor Caravan Tours has recently published their 2009 brochure. They are offering several tours that range from $995 to $1195 (per person/double occupancy) including Mount Rushmore…
A Brief History of Hanukkah
(Hebrew: הכונח , alt. Chanukah), also known as the Festival of Lights, is an eight-day Jewish holiday commemorating the rededication of the Second Temple in Jerusalem at the time of…
Mayor Villariagosa Endorsed By League of Conservation Voters
City Council members also get early backing from leading environmental organization. The Los Angeles League of Conservation Voters (LALCV) announced its endorsement of Antonio Villaraigosa in his bid for a…
Christmas Tree Lot In Glendale Going Strong For Over 30 Years By Julie Castro
GLENDALE, CA — If you want to buy a beautiful Christmas Tree this year, then head out to 1252 Central Avenue in Glendale, California. They are not only beautiful, they…
California Insurance Commissioner Poizner To Address VICA
VICA honors its members at 59th Annual Meeting. California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner will provide the keynote address during the Valley Industry and Commerce Association’s (VICA) 59th Annual Meeting, Dec.…
How to Stop the Secret Santa!
By George Christopher Thomas Do you have to holiday shop for someone you don’t like? Are there co-workers in your office organizing a “Secret Santa,” just to be annoying? Are…
5 Fun Facts About Sharks
If you have ever taken a swim in the ocean, the thought has probably crossed your mind: Are there any sharks nearby? More than any other marine animal, sharks seem…
Vacation Tips for Business Owners
For many business owners, the thought of planning a summer vacation can be complicated at best and unthinkable at worst. Concerns about customer or client care and anxiety about missed…