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CEC was a Ponzi scheme, centered around the offer and sale of fraudulent units of beneficial interest. Stay tuned with me all week for this series....I'm uncovering the Capital Enhancement Club (CEC) - Scam.

The planning and intelligent thinking used in two unusual robberies recently show that today's robbers are not the stereotypical dumb crooks of the past.

Part time online job offers may turn sour if it involves any sort of money transfer on your end. Be informed and know what the truth is regarding one of the most common methods of crooks use to rip off knowing victims.

One way to get students to write reports in their own words is to have them use artifacts, slides, and their own knowledge

Without fail every Holiday season is sure to bring out the worst in some people. It's far to common to hear abouts someones Christmas being ruin due to a few crooks looking to make a fast buck.

Jan 21, 2008: King's Dream, Feminists attack Oprah, political extremists, video game lifesaver, baby flung onto freeway, girl touches boys, man clones himself, Texas UFO, crooks win lotto, finding Mercury. Letters: comments, jury scam, plane crash, The Hobbit

This is a very important lesson in learning how to protect your wallet.

As the holiday season rapidly approaches, shoppers begin to move to the retail starting blocks. However, shoppers are not the only ones preparing for the sales, spectaculars and madness of the upcoming shopping season. This is prime time for crooks

Crooks have been breaking into abandoned homes, changing the locks, and then listing the property for rent in area newspapers.

Trailer Park Boys is a Canadian comedy series about a group of petty crooks and their adventures in and around their trailer park home. It provides a surprising window into how Canadians think of themselves.

Atrios. Fire Dog Lake. Crooks and Liars. America Blog. You may or may not have heard of these and other liberal blogs, but you might be asking yourself: how do I get banned from posting on these blogs? Let an expert tell you how.

Burglaries happen everyday but with your own secret hiding place the crooks won't get the goods.

Here are a few of the perils of Internet job searching: e-mail harvesters, affiliate hunters, identity thieves, money launderers, crooks looking for mules, and traffickers in stolen goods.

Crooks operating online. They out to steal your money. There is no control whatsoever on the internet.

Retailers as well as consumers should be made aware of the latest methods of return fraud in an effort to put an end to this ever-growing and costly problem. Here you'll learn the latest ways in which crooks are carrying out their criminal acts.

In Seattle, WA Crooks are starting to scam people out of their gift card money. Learn about how they do it, and how to avoid being scammed yourself.

While most people look at the holiday season as a time of giving, it’s also a time when crooks and identity thieves think about taking. Here are some practical tips to protect you and your credit cards while holiday shopping.

A play reviewing TopDog/UnderDog

The shift in economy and technological advancements left consumers wide open for all sorts of fraudulent activity in 2006. How many of these were YOU prey to?

a summary of the Game of Shadows book and developments in sports concerning steroids

Keep away burglars with these easy and cheap tips for home security.

This article discusses the difference between starting a business and working for someone else as an independent contractor. It explains how to recognize "scams," shows where routine and structure fit in, and considers practical matters as well.

Imagine if the world we lived in was a utopia-free from poverty, corruption, disease, and all of the many other things that ail us today. That's pretty hard to imagine since we see the imperfections that plague our world on a daily basis.

Got time to waste? Here are 101 web sites to surf where you can waste all your free time.

Someone you've never met calls and says you have won a prize. Then the person says you will have to pay for postage, handling, or taxes. This is just one way crooked telemarketers prey on the elderly every year.

Retailers are getting strict with their return policies. Here are some common sense tips to make the return or exchange process a little less stressful.

Do people really DO these things? Unbelievable!

Individual case history about the Internet counterfeit cashier's check scam sweeping the country.

Every kid who read comic books remembers those classic comic book ads, join me on a trip down memory lane.

RINKS are the new big trend. I don't mean ice skating rinks but Retired Independent No Kids (AKA RINKS). I learned of the term in a professional meeting with some state officials.

It often seems that our elected leaders think we are really stupid. Maybe we are. What should be done about the corruption, dishonesty and general lack of ethics and morals in our leaders?

Protect yourself and your possessions during the busiest time of the year! Read this informative article and find out how!

A closer look at the issues on death sentence which is usually the most hotly debated issue amongst human rights activists, the type of execution methods and arguments for and against death penalty.

The 1980’s was another banner decade for film comedy.

A research paper comparing and contrasting country and hip hop music, showing that they have much more in common than one would think.

Alex S. Gabor, in this updated version originally published at the American Chronicle, predicts that George Bush and Dick Cheney will be impeached in 2007 and we will have the first woman President shortly thereafter.

We have done a lot of reading this year and here are the results, the top 10 selling fiction books of 2006. With the great number of books that are published each year, making the top 20 is a great feat

The new Democrat controlled government has formulated a plan to make everyone in the world equally rich. What will you do with your new windfall?

Banks, credit card companies and the credit bureaus are increasing profits because of consumers' fear of having their identities stolen. Is this right?

today's gangs are nothing like those of the Roaring Twenties depicted in movies. These gangs today are tough, amoral vicious youong people, bothj in prison and on the streets

If you're planning on taking a cruise alone, then you need to read this informative article before you make your reservation!

Kenneth Foster Jr. 999232, An inmate on Texas Death Row was sentenced under the Law of Parties. Here is his interview with The Abolishment Movement. He speaks about his life, his conviction, and his views on politics.

State and federal investigators recently broke up a scam involving homeless people's food stamps. Investigators also found out about several other scams in the Los Angeles area using the homeless and costing taxpayers millions of dollars.

Everyone has different opinions when it comes to movies, music, books and television and that's ok. Unfortunately I seem to have been cursed with a vastly different opinion than most people.

These baseless, illegitimate laws are null and void and needless. We must take action upon this truth and quit capitulating to intimidating judges, lawyers, and cops.

There are so many scams and swindles out there but how can you identify and avoid them? This article explains.

Many people dream of working with horses - usually in the capacity of trainer or showing horses. The reality of work in the horse industry is much different than most picture.

If you have an IRA, a 401k, or an investment account with a major brokerage you might want to check it. A report recently surfaced that tells of people having their retirement accounts wiped out.

Every now and then you come across some scandal in the news about stock option backdating.

"The Riches" is the latest Fox TV network show that is garnering some good reviews. Fox TV is now going after the Monday night viewing audience with this interesting look into living the good life.

But is it art? A young couple explores the bounds of their relationship on a trip through a gallery.

This article discusses the importance of good feedback for buyers and sellers when conducting business on eBay.

Batman: The Animated Series is one of the best cartoons of all time. Here are my favorite ten episodes.

In 2005 the worldwide cost of identity theft was estimated at $221 billion ($56.6 billion in the US alone), and the problem is only expected to get worse. Over 9 million Americans became victims of identity theft in the last 12 months.

Stories of heinous crimes cover the headlines of newspapers everywhere. Horror stories of violent criminals...

This is an article detailing the real life, head bashing hassles endured by a computer layman in connecting to the Internet cheaply. If you, like me, know bupkis about these things, this article may be helpfull.

The truth about those 1 cent auctions on eBay

Technology can be scary for the common cube dweller!

They are everywhere-con artists who want your money. They may use the phone, Internet, or come door-to-door to pull of their schemes, but beware. They are out to get you.

The FBI announced Friday criminals are using one of the newest technologies, Voice Over Internet Protocol or VolP, which enables phone calls to be made online, to steal money and identities.

Just a few opinions on the directions the media has and will take... First, we have Fox News - they came from way behind after their formation to lead the pack of cable news companies. How did they do this? By being non-partisan and letting different voices be heard.

Do you sometimes found yourself wondering what it feels like to have "Multiples streams of income". Sound nice don't it? But what they're really reffering to is "Multiples streams of expenses".

When applying for Loans and Scholarships you must be aware of fraud. Here are some things you should know to protect you from todays scams:

Worried about the safetly of your Paypal account? Try these easy tips.

Watch out for the online scam of phishing, in which scammers send you a email to lure you into giving out account information.

For years people stereotype people from Alabama as being racist saying Alabamians still live in the 50's. The truth is they still live in the 50's if they believe that.

Background Turn on black radio and listen for fair and balanced reporting of conservative issues. It will take investment buy outside parties to put a dent in the mega watt machine that is black radio.

An article describing the injustice of surcharges. An actual account of an unwarrented arrest.

Jerry Lewis famously opined that women aren't funny as men. Following are women who have proven him wrong - writers, actresses and personalities have proven that you don't need a penis to be funny.

Watching holiday movies with your family can be a great tradition. These movies are family oriented and highly entertaining. Everyone can enjoy the top 5 holiday movies of all time.

There's a new movie starring Donnie Wahlberg and Jason Gedrick coming to A & E in March. It's called "Kings of South Beach." It's about half of a movie.

An interview with Kevin Nelson, author of "Operation Bullpen", the new book detailing a 1990s forgery scam involving millions of dollars spent on fake sports and celebrity autographs.

Alan Abel's pranks go back to the late 1950s with a widely reported bogus campaign to clothe horses.

Judicial error, as it is called, is a sad fact of life - innocents are mistakenly arrested, people argue over different aspects of the justice system, and even the courts hand down the wrong sentence from time to time. Read what occurs when the law goofs.

It was the dawn of a new era; the world in a state of political upheaval. Rising out of this tumultuous chaos would be one of the most disruptive forces in music history.

My phil prof asked to summarize the philosophers we read in class. I subimt the following to you.

Indenity theft is on the rise. And the thieves out there has come up with a new way to try to trap you. It involves the idea that you failed to show up for jury duty. Learn about the new scam and protect yourself.

When it comes time to hire your first employee, you should be knowledgeable about the laws and issues concerning employment. Follow the process correctly, and you'll have a happy employer-employee relationship.

Think you have the cutest kid ever? Maybe you do. There are several online agencies that will be happy to help you get him or her started in modeling or acting.

In her most recent book, Ann Coulter attacks widows of 9/11 victims for using their status as sacred cows to criticize Bush. But is having sacred cows in society such a bad thing?

This article tells the story of the trial that ended the illustrious career of the creator of the Hollywood comedy.

The Internet allows people to transmit and receive data from around the world with an ease never known before in human history. It is possible t

You are the only one who can protect yourself. The state of Indiana will not help if you hold a signed contract with a dishonest individual.

Oil prices are through the roof. But there's a way you can hedge yourself against further increases, reap huge potential gains, and secure valuable tax benefits. But be mindful of risk, too, which is significant.

Those who are victims of fraud need to do all they can within the law to recover the loss. It may seem that those who make a living scamming others can get away with just about anything, but they are the real losers.

Here you'll find a detailed personal experience regarding a crooked home building contractor. This information will help others recognize what to watch for and what to do if a home contractor seems to be a crook.

A look at the various ways seniors are scammed out of their money, who's doing it, why it is so easy, advice for caretakers and some ways to prevent it.

Ordering anabolic steroids online is it the way to go? The comprehensive article discussing getting steroids on the Internet.

I thought I was master of my fate: I left home, moved to a different state, chose to study theatre and history in college, and have become a playwright, columnist, and screenwriter. Nothing to do with the police work of my father. Yet he chose my path...

Walking sticks are useful walking aids before walking aid innovations are introduced. Even now, walking sticks are still very much handy for disabled and elderly individuals.

The Phisherman is coming.He will use the old tried and true methods to call and socially engineer you.He will use your own devices against you.He will use your cell phone, email, and the internet itself to get the information he wants about or from you.

A personal guide to one of the most charming sections of Paris.

Your E-Bay account has been inactive and you need to verify your account before it is closed. Or try this one: There has been a security alert regarding your account activity ... Watch it, the E-mail is probably not from E bay or PayPal.

Here are a few tips to help you avoid fraud and scams while shopping online during the holiday season.