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Is Now the Time to Buy?

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Twitter Updates for 2010-01-19

  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-18 http://bit.ly/5rbq6D #
  • Road closures planned this week include a lane on U.S. 501: Conway crews will close lanes of two area roads Tuesda… http://bit.ly/7fpS3K #
  • Strong Stocks Buoy Oil Prices: Crude oil futures rose in light trade, after stronger European equities helped oil … http://bit.ly/6jMfbu #
  • 'Extreme Makeover' ready to reveal home in Horry County: Most of the people working around the clock this week to … http://bit.ly/4HL9wV #
  • Myrtle Beach area motorcycle rallies may run in tandem; Harley-Davidson rally trimmed to five days: Residents worr… http://bit.ly/6CoWLm #
  • Extreme Makeover | Hundreds already awaiting reveal (with photo): Several hundred people are already in place awai… http://bit.ly/7zFgf3 #
  • Let's name it BillySoft?: From BradInman.comread more http://bit.ly/4IvS92 #
  • M&A Outperformed Market in 2009: Companies that engaged in mergers and acquisitions last year outperformed the mar… http://bit.ly/8vf5pz #
  • Area woman who died in fight at Wal-Mart had 26 previous charges filed: A woman who died Friday night after fighti… http://bit.ly/60Wp4z #
  • NAACP vows stronger Confederate flag fight in SC: The national leader of the NAACP says the civil rights organizat… http://bit.ly/6gagrP #
  • Airline’s ‘cougar’ ad blasted by rape victims: An advert for an airline competition that portrays older, single wo… http://bit.ly/69ruTA #
  • 15 sickened on flight from U.S. Virgin Islands to N.C.: US Airways says seven crew members were taken to a hospita… http://bit.ly/6yaFVq #
  • Dubai Bailout Smaller Than Announced: Dubai's $10 billion bailout from oil-rich Abu Dhabi, which helped it narrowl… http://bit.ly/5ZDZNo #
  • Struggling Sears seeks lifeline online: The once-mighty retailer is getting a digital makeover in an accelerated p… http://bit.ly/5hmHrW #
  • CapitaLand Bets on China Property: The Singaporean property company sees promise in two of China's biggest urban a… http://bit.ly/6gaD9b #
  • Extreme Makeover | Suggs family returns to home in Horry County: Derrick and Amanda Suggs and their children arriv… http://bit.ly/5X54aB #
  • Extreme Makeover | Suggs family returns to home in Horry County: Derrick and Amanda Suggs and their children arriv… http://bit.ly/8OiMXr #
  • Why Investors Keep Fooling Themselves: In order to earn 6% for clients after inflation, fees and taxes, financial … http://bit.ly/8zWGAQ #
  • U.S. Consumer Confidence Reaches Highest Level Since September 2008: RISMEDIA, January 19, 2010—After declining th… http://bit.ly/5LFMvm #
  • 'Long, slow burn' in foreclosure properties: Distressed-property experts share insightread more http://bit.ly/8AtOne #
  • FHA lifts 90-day waiting period: Anti-property-flipping measure waived for one year read more http://bit.ly/6SSYpc #
  • Back-to-basics business strategies: 10 traditional ways to retain clients for liferead more http://bit.ly/8XEpMr #
  • Can Loan Modifications Cause Trouble Down the Road?: RISMEDIA, January 19, 2010—(MCT)-The last thing many troubled… http://bit.ly/7FAwfe #
  • 3 stocks, 3 sectors for tough times: The global economic recovery won't be so great for industries with excess pro… http://bit.ly/6hn4d8 #
  • Kraft, Cadbury Close to $19 Billion Deal: Kraft Foods is closing in on a deal to acquire iconic British confection… http://bit.ly/6RbbFY #
  • As JAL Bankruptcy Nears, Investors Rethink 'Too Big to Fail': Japan Airline's expected bankruptcy filing could wip… http://bit.ly/8WcLFa #
  • Online forum Tuesday | Virtual election returns watching party: The Opinion Blog is hosting a party tomorrow night… http://bit.ly/7CeGUB #
  • Insurers Would Be Hit Under Proposed U.S. Financial Tax: A handful of large insurance companies, most of which tur… http://bit.ly/6QivDD #
  • Florida Freeze Results in 30% Crop Loss: The hit to Florida agriculture is expected to drive up prices for oranges… http://bit.ly/7xChPj #
  • Shoot-Out winner announced Tuesday: Winner gets prize valued at $25,000read more http://bit.ly/7eicWN #
  • 'End of the personal computer era': Real Estate Connect Video: Sam Grobartread more http://bit.ly/5PEAfs #
  • AIG Seeks Changes in Bonus Payments: The insurer wants to reduce and pay out early a batch of retention payments t… http://bit.ly/5wrgOg #
  • Firefighters respond to laundromat fire in Socastee: Horry County firefighters have responded to a laundromat fire… http://bit.ly/8b2zSr #
  • Shares Trade Mixed in Quiet Trade: Asian shares traded mixed in quiet trade Tuesday as investors await key earning… http://bit.ly/5KNZtr #
  • Shares Trade Mixed in Quiet Trade: Asian shares traded mixed in quiet trade Tuesday as investors await key earning… http://bit.ly/5KNZtr #
  • Renting to own: Don't get burned: Lease options can help buyers with bad credit get into homes they're not qualifi… http://bit.ly/6Wru6H #
  • Flashing Caution on Weak Rail Demand: The improving economy likely helped railroad companies deliver better fourth… http://bit.ly/6WPLsN #
  • Unhappy new year for mutual funds?: Even if the markets keep moving up, fund investors face a number of roadblocks… http://bit.ly/6sKskY #
  • Return of the Yield Junkies: Just over a year after the greatest financial panic in generations, companies raised … http://bit.ly/7RYpzE #
  • Berkshire Nears Smaller Baby Bs: A split of Berkshire Hathaway's Class B shares likely will mean higher trading vo… http://bit.ly/6YgTZF #
  • CapitaLand Bets on China Property: The Singaporean property company sees promise in two of China's biggest urban a… http://bit.ly/7RVTVP #
  • Firefighters respond to pool house fire in Horry County: Horry County firefighters responded tonight to a fire in … http://bit.ly/5LU6MD #
  • JAL to Shrink Sharply Under Restructuring: JAL will shrink dramatically under a government-led restructuring plan,… http://bit.ly/7NtheF #
  • Williams Restructures Natural-Gas Operations: Energy provider Williams Cos. is restructuring its operations to mer… http://bit.ly/7dXzOy #
  • European Stocks Lose Ground: European shares opened lower as investors adopt a cautious stance ahead of some key f… http://bit.ly/8GntEh #
  • Kraft Nears Deal to Buy Cadbury: Kraft is closing in on a deal to acquire Cadbury for as much as $19 billion, foll… http://bit.ly/61ea4s #
  • FTC orders MLS changes despite appeal: Appeals court to rule on Realcomp's refusal to publish certain listingsread more http://bit.ly/4s0JAd #
  • Re-evaluating broker value: Meeting the changing needs of sales associatesread more http://bit.ly/8te82S #
  • HAMP debt-to-income ratio drops to 31%: Loan mods up 75% from Q3 to Q4 '09read more http://bit.ly/5g52sO #
  • Seoul Seeks Capital Gains Tax on U.S. Private-Equity Firms: Tax authorities in Seoul are seeking to impose a capit… http://bit.ly/6aQRO2 #
  • Another beautiful winter day expected: It's going to be another beautiful winter day in the coastal Carolinas, acc… http://bit.ly/8AGRnM #
  • Redesign pleases Surfside Beach (with video): In the future, the first block of Surfside Drive could boast wider s… http://bit.ly/5uF95E #
  • Futures Fall Ahead of Citi Earnings: U.S. stock futures followed overseas markets lower, as traders returned from … http://bit.ly/8J4eJN #
  • Dollar Mixed; Pound Rallies: The dollar traded mixed on a general slump in market sentiment, while the euro was do… http://bit.ly/4AQfrH #
  • Citi Loss Narrows; Credit Losses Shrink: Citigroup reported a loss of $7.57 billion, or 33 cents a share, from a y… http://bit.ly/5Ahllr #

Twitter Updates for 2010-01-18

  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-17 http://bit.ly/4IhzcX #
  • Extreme Makeover | Painters put some finishing touches on the house: On Sunday morning painters were adding some r… http://bit.ly/4uJQkB #
  • Extreme Makeover | Four-Time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon arrives at home build site: Jeff Gordon is back on the bu… http://bit.ly/8VkH21 #
  • Area woman dies after struggle at Wal-Mart in Conway (updated 11:20 a.m.): A 41-year-old Nichols woman died Friday… http://bit.ly/4Q6cmF #
  • JFK breach is 2nd this month at NYC airports: A busy terminal at JFK was evacuated after a man opened a restricted… http://bit.ly/81UQJK #
  • Area woman dies after struggle at Wal-Mart in Conway (updated 11:20 a.m.): A 41-year-old Nichols woman died Friday… http://bit.ly/6LPusw #
  • Iraq's 'Chemical Ali' gets 4th death sentence: Saddam Hussein's notorious cousin "Chemical Ali" was convicted and … http://bit.ly/5XeCxG #
  • Network Communications, Inc. Appoints Charity Hisle as Community Sherpa Operations Manager: RISMEDIA, January 18, … http://bit.ly/67sz67 #
  • National 30-Year Fixed Mortgage Rate Falls Back under 5.00%: RISMEDIA, January 18, 2010—The weekly average rate bo… http://bit.ly/5WtbCy #
  • 5 Resolutions to Create Real Estate Success in 2010: RISMEDIA, January 18, 2010—Okay…it’s 2010 and the market has … http://bit.ly/7XJ6M0 #
  • Extreme Makeover | Four-Time NASCAR champion Jeff Gordon arrives at home build site: Jeff Gordon is back on the bu… http://bit.ly/8yLono #
  • Ex-Clemson star, NFL's Gaines Adams dies: Gaines Adams, a defensive lineman for the Chicago Bears who was an all-A… http://bit.ly/6JQexm #
  • Myrtle Beach resident Kohn clinches four-man Olympic bobsled spot: Mike Kohn was going to retire. Instead, he's go… http://bit.ly/8hrmeq #
  • Mo'Nique earns supporting-actress prize at Globes: Mo'Nique won the supporting-actress Golden Globe Sunday for her… http://bit.ly/5YB5WW #
  • Strand reflects on King and the dream: Bunny Rodrigues was in a wheelchair 10 years ago, but that didn't stop her … http://bit.ly/8TWoU1 #
  • DLF to Exit Mutual Fund JV With Prudential Financial: DLF, India's biggest realty company by sales, will exit a jo… http://bit.ly/6UZEYf #
  • Japan Leads Asia Lower: Asian stock markets were lower Monday, dragged by weakness on Wall Street. The Nikkei fell… http://bit.ly/8tc7zF #
  • European Stocks Post Gains: European stocks were higher following Friday's selloff, but trade is expected to be re… http://bit.ly/8jThtt #
  • Ditching short sales: To Be a Broker: Q-and-A with Kimberly Dotsethread more http://bit.ly/5qe8UN #
  • Mortgage brokers jump ship: From The Real Dealread more http://bit.ly/7NJfdr #
  • Swiss Re Sells Block of U.S. Unit: Swiss Reinsurance said it has sold part of its U.S. life-reinsurance business f… http://bit.ly/57ZUeC #
  • King rally remembered: A multi-racial, multi-generational throng of more than 50,000 people packed downtown Columb… http://bit.ly/5O1S3k #
  • 30-Year Mortgage Rate Dips Slightly: Long-term mortgage interest fell for the second-straight week, according to F… http://bit.ly/4JK3s0 #
  • Good Neighbor Award Winner Heading to Haiti: Patrick Moore, a 2007 Good Neighbor Award recipient, is preparing for… http://bit.ly/4wDldh #
  • Home Buyers Face Tax-Credit Delays: Delays of tax-credit rebates for eligible home purchases are expected over the… http://bit.ly/7aFc9z #
  • Mug shot Monday: Horry County booking blotter (Jan. 3-9): http://bit.ly/6cNnif #
  • Greece Worries Weigh on Euro: Greece's debt problems continued to weigh on the euro, leaving the dollar mixed and … http://bit.ly/68Aedi #
  • ECB to Stop Providing Liquidity in Swiss Francs: The European Central Bank said it will stop providing liquidity i… http://bit.ly/4sfkVh #
  • SLED asked to probe alleged North Myrtle Beach cover up: The executive director of a statewide group that advocate… http://bit.ly/4PDZ79 #
  • Tullow Aims to Block Eni's Uganda Play: U.K. oil explorer Tullow Oil is on track to scupper the plans of Italy's E… http://bit.ly/7t127s #
  • Gold Inches Up; Platinum Gains: Spot gold crept higher Monday, while platinum and palladium prices were again very… http://bit.ly/7YFNQG #

Twitter Updates for 2010-01-17

  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-16 http://bit.ly/8ZNMOg #
  • House fire near Aynor under investigation: A house fire in the 7000 block of Louisville Road near Valley Forge Roa… http://bit.ly/54RjBE #
  • Biden: Haiti relief will remain a priority for US: Vice President Joe Biden says rebuilding Haiti in the wake of a… http://bit.ly/7nhv2P #
  • The sun is gone, but the will remains: Giant stadium-style lights illuminate the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" … http://bit.ly/8xdDjE #
  • Rise of the Androids: Real Estate Connect Video: Max Ventillaread more http://bit.ly/4OA5fR #
  • Extreme Makeover| A look at home Saturday afternoon: Crews are putting up trees and putting the finishing touches … http://bit.ly/80NGKh #
  • Extreme Makeover| Crews put down grass: Extreme Makeover volunteers put down grass in the backyard of the home bei… http://bit.ly/8YScmY #
  • SC woman gets 10 years for running over teen: Prosecutors say a South Carolina woman has been sentenced to 10 year… http://bit.ly/8pOhPr #
  • Coastal regroups with win over Panthers, Harris sets record: Coastal Carolina righted the ship by avoiding the Hig… http://bit.ly/7U1jlh #
  • Extreme Makeover| Suggs family goes to Daytona Experience: While their home is getting a complete makeover from th… http://bit.ly/6JniH5 #
  • Arrest made in JFK security breach: A man who left Haiti after the devastating earthquake caused a security breach… http://bit.ly/5OALn0 #
  • Coastal Carolina graduate lands gig on Extreme Makeover: About three years ago, Kyle Spivey volunteered on the "Ex… http://bit.ly/61ccvS #
  • Haitians search desperately for missing relatives: They wait outside crumbled schools or shattered markets, search… http://bit.ly/8JrQSJ #

Twitter Updates for 2010-01-16

  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-15 http://bit.ly/5xLJS1 #
  • Myrtle Beach police arrest man after he threw monitor, coffee pot into yard: A Myrtle Beach man was charged with b… http://bit.ly/8AciHh #
  • Extreme Makeover volunteers exhausted, but content: Taking a break from putting up siding to grab a snack Thursday… http://bit.ly/5XrgFx #
  • U.S. Inflation Remains Subdued: U.S. consumer prices continued to rise at a moderate pace in December 2009 from th… http://bit.ly/6fKnKp #
  • http://urln1e.com/3clw New Listing! #
  • Myrtle Beach man charged in connection with hotel robbery: Horry County police charged a Myrtle Beach man with arm… http://bit.ly/7UQ0TS #
  • Wanted: walkable apartments: MyNewPlace fills need with Walk Score widgetread more http://bit.ly/8KcXki #
  • JFK’s largest runway to close for repairs: The largest runway at John F. Kennedy International Airport will be shu… http://bit.ly/7Y3kBd #
  • Extreme Makeover | Crews film BMX track: Production crews film the construction of a BMX track for the Suggs famil… http://bit.ly/6CryrF #
  • Flight From Risk Lifts Dollar, Yen: The dollar and yen extended an overnight rally as lingering credit concerns in… http://bit.ly/6K5yCi #
  • US begins ferrying water and supplies: A military official says U.S. military helicopters are ferrying water and o… http://bit.ly/79anvu #
  • Meetups: where agents go to thrive: Local groups provide forum for learning, networkingread more http://bit.ly/5BZDig #
  • Mortgage relief reaches 7 percent of borrowers: The Obama administration's mortgage relief plan provided help to 7… http://bit.ly/4wSRVc #
  • Man arrested after making bomb threat: A government official says a man was arrested at a northern Michigan airpor… http://bit.ly/5M0ABM #
  • Extreme Makeover | The night crew at the Extreme Makeover site: Volunteers talk about the challenges of working in… http://bit.ly/5kF1Z2 #
  • Look who's peeking at your paycheck: Financial companies are no longer content to take your word for how much you … http://bit.ly/6Guc3c #
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  • Continental sets up frequent flier aid for Haiti: Continental Airlines Inc. said Friday it has set up a program fo… http://bit.ly/6cPYOx #
  • Quiet please! Noise irks Japan’s commuters the most: Taking the train in Japan and want to avoid annoying fellow p… http://bit.ly/7Umg7D #
  • New theater to open in Myrtle Beach: A new theater is coming to Myrtle Beach in late spring, a representative from… http://bit.ly/5WcPj3 #
  • Extreme Makeover | A look at the home at 2:30 p.m.: Here's a look at the home at 2:30 p.m. http://bit.ly/5YXiup #
  • Florida Freeze Cuts Produce Supply, Sends Prices Higher: Florida agriculture is expected to experience a large hit… http://bit.ly/8e3QOk #
  • Protect your name, brand online: Wheel Estate Cam: Episode 10read more http://bit.ly/7YA5pY #
  • Government fines United $30,000 for fare flub: The U.S. Transportation Department says United Airlines must pay a … http://bit.ly/4Ra800 #
  • Extreme Makeover| Builder gets surprise: Clinch Heyward, a partner of Sterling Homes, the builder of the Extreme M… http://bit.ly/4BJZWR #
  • Christmas tree causes Conway house fire: A woman was pulled from her home after someone passing by noticed it was … http://bit.ly/5jUour #
  • Leveraged Loans Make a Comeback: A record number of corporate defaults last year is driving sales of new leveraged… http://bit.ly/7euQEy #
  • Studebaker's nightclub closes after 29 years in Myrtle Beach: Studebaker's, a staple in Myrtle Beach nightlife, ha… http://bit.ly/83Ltl1 #
  • 4 things that could derail a recovery: The fiscal painkillers that eased the economy through the worst of the rece… http://bit.ly/8q3mq5 #
  • US cites limits on aid effort; promises more: The Obama administration on Friday acknowledged the limits of its in… http://bit.ly/7zvR2J #
  • Davos Top Three Priorities: Billionaires and politicos will focus on the role of business, sustainability, and the… http://bit.ly/7Wy5W0 #
  • Why contrarian investors have an edge: By challenging the prevailing opinion, they can spot assets the market has … http://bit.ly/8NNH7q #
  • Johnson & Johnson expands Tylenol recall: Johnson & Johnson expanded a recall of over-the-counter medications Frid… http://bit.ly/4IXKh2 #
  • Extreme Makeover | S.C. university announces it will provide full-tuition scholarships to local family: Charleston… http://bit.ly/7lqC1Z #
  • Health bill may impose 'marriage penalty': Both the House and Senate plans have higher premium caps for a married … http://bit.ly/7egDu5 #
  • Russia Opens Pipeline, Sets New Course: Russia is set to push into Asian energy markets at the expense of Mideast … http://bit.ly/842Q3r #
  • 15 Mortgage Companies Subpoenaed by HUD: RISMEDIA, January 16, 2010—(MCT)—The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban… http://bit.ly/6QYfdS #
  • Deloitte Consumer Spending Index Ticks Downward in December 2009: RISMEDIA, January 16, 2010—The Deloitte Consumer… http://bit.ly/8fF7DT #
  • Can Loan Modifications Cause Trouble Down the Road?: RISMEDIA, January 16, 2010—(MCT)—The last thing many troubled… http://bit.ly/8Dln4c #
  • Looking for something to do this weekend?: Today2001 Nightclub920 Lake Arrowhead Road, Myrtle Beach. The Tim Clark… http://bit.ly/8qVHtx #
  • Carolinas news | Parks stop reserving threatened cabins: South CarolinaCOLUMBIAParks stop reserving threatened cabins http://bit.ly/5voLsc #

Twitter Updates for 2010-01-15

  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-14 http://bit.ly/6BeTQj #
  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-14 http://bit.ly/6vkkgX #
  • U.S. reports dozens of Americans at embassy in Haiti: The State Department says that at least 66 Americans have ma… http://bit.ly/8VMgUz #
  • Retail Sales Fell in December: U.S. retail sales declined 0.3% in December, signaling restraint by consumers durin… http://bit.ly/89XmBj #
  • SocGen Issues Profit Warning: The French bank said it would incur a $2 billion hit from risky assets, leading to j… http://bit.ly/7Pd1ju #
  • NYC’s 'skinniest' house sells for $2.1 million: A town house dubbed New York City's skinniest house has sold for $… http://bit.ly/5cfNcq #
  • TSA: Security fails to spot gun at Mont. airport: Officials say security screeners at a Bozeman-area airport faile… http://bit.ly/81qdGr #
  • Man charged after deputies find meth lab in Calabash, N.C., home: A Brunswick County, N.C., man charged with makin… http://bit.ly/5CTkWv #
  • Palladium Expected to Shine in 2010: Gold dominated commodity headlines in 2009 for its record breaking rise but i… http://bit.ly/6wVl5b #
  • Realogy raising money for Haiti relief: Donations will go to American Red Crossread more http://bit.ly/5lfdMI #
  • Your photos are good for my business: Realtor Notebookread more http://bit.ly/6KauB1 #
  • Mortgage rates fall for second straight week: Rates for 30-year home loans edged lower for the second straight wee… http://bit.ly/2gAKbe #
  • Real Estate Recovery Slow, Fed Says: The Federal Reserve's beige book reports regional economic gains, while comme… http://bit.ly/5vApNV #
  • Builders Moving Toward Better Times: The construction industry is seeing signs of recovery with an increase in sal… http://bit.ly/7Lm1V7 #
  • Record Number of Foreclosures in 2009: Foreclosures in 2009 went up 21 percent nationwide over 2008, according to … http://bit.ly/74cWp9 #
  • Extreme Makeover | Video: Thursday's progress at home site: A look at crews and their progress at the home build site. http://bit.ly/6rSqAe #
  • Soft Data Give Treasurys a Lift: Treasury prices climbed as U.S. retail sales unexpectedly dropped and weekly jobl… http://bit.ly/7YkiSj #
  • U.S. Aims To Rein In Energy Speculators: The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission unveiled a proposal Thursda… http://bit.ly/7oaCFI #
  • GM bets on trucks for its future: The automaker is updating its full-size pickups, investing up to $1 billion on t… http://bit.ly/7NjGIp #
  • Spain wants EU position on scanners: Spain's prime minister says his government will wait for a common EU position… http://bit.ly/5dkYhR #
  • Flights canceled at Paris airports due to strike: France's civil aviation authority says flights in and out of Par… http://bit.ly/90BTIE #
  • Murrells Inlet slaying suspect shoots himself in Myrtle Beach area: A 40-year-old Myrtle Beach man who police said… http://bit.ly/6XzLsA #
  • Red Cross estimates 50,000 dead in Haiti quake: The Haitian earthquake has killed an estimated 45,000-50,000 peopl… http://bit.ly/8GpEbW #
  • The future: 3-D glasses required?: Technologists spotlight hot trendsread more http://bit.ly/5yO3k9 #
  • Google sheds light on real estate plans: Search-engine giant says it doesn't intend to be national MLSread more http://bit.ly/8wLgw7 #
  • Students evacuated from Horry County school after smell of smoke: Students at Ocean Bay Middle School were briefly… http://bit.ly/7TGtls #
  • For Mutual Funds, '09 Gains Fail to Erase '08 Pains: As a new year begins, stock-fund managers are all smiles abou… http://bit.ly/8DHtNC #
  • Home Warranty of America Launches Online Claims Reporting System: RISMEDIA, January 15, 2010—Home Warranty of Amer… http://bit.ly/59fyTn #
  • Extreme Makeover | Food drive drop-off points: Note: All food is to be dropped off at any location in Horry County… http://bit.ly/7v9saI #
  • 8 Ways to Make More Meaningful Business Connections in 2010: RISMEDIA, January 15, 2010—It’s official: We survived… http://bit.ly/4A7RBe #
  • Intel Reports Big Profit Increase: Intel's fourth-quarter profit surged despite a $1.25 billion settlement with AM… http://bit.ly/5eGzRv #
  • Bid, Ask, Hang Up: The mobile phone helps you do away with the middleman and increase your returns. http://bit.ly/5pyaI9 #
  • American limiting bags on flights to D.R.: American Airlines said Thursday that for the next month it won't allow … http://bit.ly/8OBTku #
  • New York's changing real estate face: Brokerages take different tact with pricing, advertisingread more http://bit.ly/8vwbmO #
  • United Airlines to give Haiti quake donation: United Airlines said Thursday that it will match up to $50,000 in cu… http://bit.ly/8X8Kjm #
  • SLED investigating North Myrtle Beach allegations: The State Law Enforcement Division on Thursday launched an inve… http://bit.ly/5AQNgt #
  • SLED investigating North Myrtle Beach allegations: The State Law Enforcement Division on Thursday launched an inve… http://bit.ly/8GNxJ5 #
  • 'Shot in the Arm' or Shot in the ARM?: Late in the day on New Year's Eve, holders of adjustable-rate mortgages acr… http://bit.ly/6EzFUU #
  • The coming economic crisis in China: Investors and analysts worry about a financial meltdown like the one that sla… http://bit.ly/8SOWyw #
  • What mortgage? Many pay plastic first: A study on bill-paying practices shows struggling Americans are breaking ta… http://bit.ly/8RDQSN #
  • Cigarette starts house fire in Pawleys Island: Firefighters responded this morning to a house fire in Pawleys Isla… http://bit.ly/8LgVTW #
  • For Life Insurers, a $5 Billion Gift: Life insurers are readying for a $5 billion-plus capital benefit from a new … http://bit.ly/7UwC7A #
  • Money-Fund Assets Decline: Assets in money-market funds dropped $21.67 billion in the latest week, breaking up a t… http://bit.ly/89×4mo #
  • Heavy structure fire in North Myrtle Beach: North Myrtle Beach firefighters are responding to a structure fire at … http://bit.ly/8sH5Vj #
  • Economists: Muted Growth in '10: The U.S. economy likely ended 2009 with a bang, according to economists in the la… http://bit.ly/8WDMyy #
  • Asian Techs Rally on Intel: Asian shares were mixed Friday, with technology stocks leading the gainers after a sol… http://bit.ly/6pKQ54 #
  • At J.P. Morgan, an Eye on Consumer Banking: J.P. Morgan Chase on Friday becomes the first big bank to report fourt… http://bit.ly/8Uu6oN #
  • Faces of quake victims hit home on Strand: As rescue efforts continue and the toll mounts, the tragedy in Haiti ha… http://bit.ly/4Io9Lt #
  • Shiseido to Acquire Bare Escentuals: Shiseido, Japan's largest cosmetics company, is set to acquire U.S. make-up c… http://bit.ly/5uMev9 #
  • Man Group Sees Assets Decline: The U.K. hedge fund said the amount of money it manages declined 4% in the third fi… http://bit.ly/558DDf #
  • 8 cool Craigslist tools: Tech Tool Shedread more http://bit.ly/4DuNhg #
  • Intel Results Boost European Stocks: European stock markets were mostly higher, helped by a positive finish on Wal… http://bit.ly/88SXPM #
  • IEA Tweaks 2010 Oil-Demand Forecast: The International Energy Agency slightly revised down its forecast for world … http://bit.ly/68kToA #
  • Police cite man who tried to steal towels from Myrtle Beach hotel: A man was charged with trying to steal towels f… http://bit.ly/5q81Xs #
  • Obama: 'We want our money back': President Obama told banks Thursday they should pay a new tax to recoup the cost … http://bit.ly/54s16D #
  • Futures Slip Ahead of J.P. Morgan: U.S. stock futures were lower, as investors brace for J.P. Morgan Chase's earni… http://bit.ly/4sUX0I #
  • Vehicle crash reported on U.S. 501 near Conway: Emergency crews are responding to a vehicle crash reported on U.S…. http://bit.ly/6T31cS #
  • J.P. Morgan Chase Profit Surges: J.P. Morgan Chase's earnings quadrupled, helped by its investment-banking and tra… http://bit.ly/5wiJkj #
  • Oil Falls Below $79 on Depressed Demand: Traders continue to dwell on significant buildups in U.S. fuel inventorie… http://bit.ly/72VbWV #

Twitter Updates for 2010-01-14

  • Stock Futures Point to Higher Open: Kraft rose in premarket trade on improved guidance, while Google fell as it th… http://bit.ly/8Z9Hkq #
  • Oil Falls Toward $80; Focus on Inventories: Data from the American Petroleum Institute showed a rise in stockpiles… http://bit.ly/4K9Xvl #
  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-13 http://bit.ly/7leLgt #
  • First Service Realty to Become First GMAC Real Estate Office to Convert to Real Living: RISMEDIA, January 13, 2010… http://bit.ly/7y5fqG #
  • South Florida firm rebrands: First office to convert from GMAC to Real Livingread more http://bit.ly/7XYNFt #
  • Big Chinese Firms Take to the Skyline: State-owned enterprises have become a force in China's commercial real-esta… http://bit.ly/67aaxB #
  • LIVE NOW : Extreme Makeover | Online forum. Ask a builder your questions: Clinch Heyward, a partner at Sterling Ho… http://bit.ly/8iebnU #
  • Georgetown considers school layoffs: As Georgetown County School officials wrestle over which cuts to make to thei… http://bit.ly/7HXtBU #
  • Wishes and wrestlers as house torn down at 'Extreme Makeover': As the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" crew demoli… http://bit.ly/8UTbtA #
  • Aggressive salesmanship snared Myrtle Beach debates: EDITOR'S NOTE: Originally published in The Sun News on Jan. 6… http://bit.ly/1T1X97 #
  • In China, profits worth cancer risks: For China's low-cost jewelry makers, it was an open trade secret: The metal … http://bit.ly/73cjyp #
  • Tastes of Northern deli now at Southern eatery: New Englanders are distinguished from Southerners in ways numerous… http://bit.ly/7cYPdM #
  • Tastes of Northern deli now at Southern eatery: New Englanders are distinguished from Southerners in ways numerous… http://bit.ly/6tBgp6 #
  • Best spots to eat, drink at airports around U.S.: The ultimate airport dining survival guide features the best pla… http://bit.ly/60NPK9 #
  • Slide show: Cold as ice: The International Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, the capital of China's Hellongiang Pro… http://bit.ly/6RkES6 #
  • Wall Street CEOs Admit Missteps: Banks acted like used-car salesmen, selling lemons to consumers, the head of a co… http://bit.ly/67UoGX #
  • Mix-Up Leads to $1.2 Million Judgment: An Illinois appeals court ruled that Public Storage violated the state's Co… http://bit.ly/4VRYCB #
  • Bonus Time in Manhattan Real Estate: New York's real-estate community is outright giddy as buyers return, ready to… http://bit.ly/6mPQ7c #
  • Airlines raise fuel surcharges to Europe: Major airlines have raised fuel surcharges on travel to Europe by $20 pe… http://bit.ly/80n57f #
  • Police search for man wanted in connection with multiple break-ins: Sheriff's deputies in Brunswick County, N.C., … http://bit.ly/4RsKql #
  • Residents hot in Surfside as town fires public works director: Mayor K. Allen Deaton sat quietly as two of the tow… http://bit.ly/4tuj3c #
  • Euro's Woes Will Be Tough Test: The European single currency is facing its toughest test since inception in 1999 a… http://bit.ly/87Ek9E #
  • U.S. airlines suspend operations in Haiti: Delta Air Lines and AMR Corp's American Airlines said Wednesday that th… http://bit.ly/5pWVR9 #
  • Walkability Boosts Value Post-Recession: Homes in wallkable neighborhoods in Charlotte, N.C., Sacramento, Calif. a… http://bit.ly/6zaP3z #
  • Ex-Homestore CEO Pleads Guilty to Fraud: Stuart Wolff faces three to five years in prison for conspiracy to commit… http://bit.ly/6EwmR8 #
  • Commissions Reach 9-Year Peak: The housing downturn has led to higher compensation levels for salespeople, though … http://bit.ly/5vinyY #
  • Checkpoint nets 27 citations in Myrtle Beach: The Myrtle Beach Police Department issued 27 citations this morning … http://bit.ly/8m0UjU #
  • Pound Gains on BOE Official's Comments: The British pound rose against the dollar after a Bank of England official… http://bit.ly/7c7tYl #
  • BofA's Secret: Real-Estate Banking: The bank blew away the competition last year in the business of underwriting s… http://bit.ly/8JEY7W #
  • Why the Jockstrap Bomber picked seat 19A: Among the many unanswered questions about the plan followed by Umar Faro… http://bit.ly/750d9J #
  • Chances better your bags will arrive with you: With fewer flights and less luggage to deliver, airlines are doing … http://bit.ly/5fKoK6 #
  • Some US jobs aren't coming back: The recession has accelerated job losses that were coming anyway. Particularly in… http://bit.ly/7Hghdl #
  • Thousands feared dead in Haiti quake; many trapped: Haitians piled bodies along the devastated streets of their ca… http://bit.ly/5nOrNN #
  • United Airlines matches baggage fee increases: United Airlines is joining the latest round of increases to baggage… http://bit.ly/79kRqW #
  • Man wanted in slaying of ex-girlfriend in Murrells Inlet: Officials are searching for a 40-year-old man wanted in … http://bit.ly/5fIOcO #
  • Man wanted in slaying of ex-girlfriend in Murrells Inlet: Officials are searching for a 40-year-old man wanted in … http://bit.ly/6Wup9V #
  • Fed's Beige Book Notes Modest Improvement: U.S. economic conditions continued to improve slightly at the end of 20… http://bit.ly/8uBDum #
  • Internet marketing dos and don'ts: Think like your audienceread more http://bit.ly/53Obmk #
  • Airlines hike baggage fees, adding surcharges: Attention air travelers: That tug at your wallet is about to happen… http://bit.ly/7GrZtX #
  • Howard Hanna Enters Commercial Real Estate Market in Ohio: RISMEDIA, January 14, 2010—Howard Hanna Real Estate Ser… http://bit.ly/8b9GCD #
  • Half-Built Homes Can Be Bargains, but with Strings Attached: RISMEDIA, January 14, 2010—(MCT)—First came foreclosu… http://bit.ly/4ITN3X #
  • LaBranche to Sell Market-Maker Business: LaBranche agreed to sell its NYSE-designated market-maker business to Bar… http://bit.ly/7Dd5Yi #
  • Mortgage program part of the problem?: The federal Making Home Affordable program, designed to save homeowners fro… http://bit.ly/8EeX5v #
  • Caribbean tour officials urge $10 plane ticket tax: The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association is urging the regi… http://bit.ly/4HqdRy #
  • Passenger on diverted U.S. jetliner faces charge: An airline passenger accused of becoming unruly, holing up in th… http://bit.ly/5sQHEP #
  • United launching seasonal service to Anchorage: United Airlines, a unit of UAL Corp., said Wednesday it will launc… http://bit.ly/5jb6cb #
  • Extreme Makeover | New photos submitted by readers: Volunteer Ralph Molina of Calabash, N.C., sent us some great p… http://bit.ly/4KFdDb #
  • Earning points in game of life: Foursquare rewards users who are going placesread more http://bit.ly/5Cm9dd #
  • Bank Dive Into Corporate Debt: Financial firms are dominating sales of new highly rated corporate bonds as they ta… http://bit.ly/8pTT9M #
  • Russell Gains as Skechers Kicks Up 8.9%: Small-capitalization stocks rose, erasing Tuesday's losses as the technol… http://bit.ly/5WQwWZ #
  • Boom, Boom, Plop: In this game, every snake looks like a ladder. Climb until you feel the pang of poison. http://bit.ly/5BkBLn #
  • Meth lab discovery in Calabash lands man in custody: Police are holding one person after a meth lab was discovered… http://bit.ly/58AcoZ #
  • Extreme Makeover | Take a tour of the new home: Sterling Homes Clinch Heyward gives a tour of the Extreme Makeover… http://bit.ly/8mhMiR #
  • ETF Assets Top $1 Trillion: Exchange-traded funds are now a trillion-dollar business, according to a report by Bla… http://bit.ly/5GLI87 #
  • ETF Assets Top $1 Trillion: Exchange-traded funds are now a trillion-dollar business, according to a report by Bla… http://bit.ly/5GLI87 #
  • Bail Granted in 'Squawk Box' Case: A federal judge has granted bail pending appeal to defunct day-trading firm A.B… http://bit.ly/607CWf #
  • Craig: listen and follow through: Craigslist founder talks about police, charity workread more http://bit.ly/92UPGO #
  • News, served as you want it: Huffington Post CEO comments on tech, media mashupread more http://bit.ly/6eq8Mz #
  • Passenger’s bomb threat prompts flight diversion: An ArkeFly flight carrying 235 people from Amsterdam to Aruba wa… http://bit.ly/56SHUq #
  • Greece Commits to Keeping Euro: Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou said there was "no chance" that Greece woul… http://bit.ly/8gfyKe #
  • What Will Intel Tell Us?: Intel earnings growth last year helped power gains in the stock market and signaled reco… http://bit.ly/4xtjKx #
  • Man dies after collision in North Carolina: A Supply, N.C., man died Tuesday evening after a collision on N.C.211 … http://bit.ly/75EXWI #
  • Morgan Stanley, Goldman Fight for First: Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs have taken their longtime cat-and-mouse… http://bit.ly/7hmmok #
  • RealtyTrac Year-End Report Shows Record 2.8 Million U.S. Properties with Foreclosure Filings in 2009: RISMEDIA, Ja… http://bit.ly/7fQ9qm #
  • Subsidy doesn't prevent COBRA's bite: Rising premiums and spotty eligibility keep health insurance out of reach fo… http://bit.ly/4zwWln #
  • Surviving Emerging Markets: Emerging markets like India and China continue to be a favorite destination for global… http://bit.ly/6Xpc6c #
  • Shares Rise Following U.S. Rally: Stocks in Asia were higher Thursday on Wall Street's rally, with Australian stoc… http://bit.ly/8jWpHS #
  • 2009 foreclosures up 21%: Half of foreclosures concentrated in 4 statesread more http://bit.ly/7KSzb0 #
  • Realtor groups offer iPhone app: My AOR provides local market data, news alertsread more http://bit.ly/5cfEq1 #
  • Top social media mistakes: When it comes to marketing, some agents have no clueread more http://bit.ly/4BZLFz #
  • ECB Expected to Stand Pat: The ECB is widely expected to leave its benchmark interest rate and extraordinary liqui… http://bit.ly/8mX17Q #
  • Dollar Rises Ahead of Retail-Sales Data: The dollar traded mostly higher in Europe as strong Australian employment… http://bit.ly/4NnJAw #
  • Ex-S.C. deacon expected to appear in state court: A former South Carolina church deacon sentenced to federal priso… http://bit.ly/85dx2L #
  • In Our Towns | Teen killed after head-on wreck: PoliceSUPPLY, N.C.Teen killed after wreck on N.C. 211 http://bit.ly/6uzcqL #
  • Obama to Unveil Plan on Bank Taxes: Obama will propose taxing 50 banks, insurance firms and broker-dealers collect… http://bit.ly/7G4ZGf #
  • Loan-Loss Provisions Hit Banesto: Spain's Banco Espanol de Credito said its net profit plunged more than 95% in th… http://bit.ly/63jR0O #
  • Extreme Makeover | Builder takes reader queries: Clinch Heyward, a partner at Sterling Homes and the builder on th… http://bit.ly/92XuLA #
  • Panic, looting and triage after major Haiti quake: The tiny bodies of children lay in piles next to the ruins of t… http://bit.ly/7J94u1 #
  • Coastal Carolina University's neighbors put new rules to the test: Some residents of the Coastal Carolina Universi… http://bit.ly/5KWExj #
  • 'Extreme Makeover' build pleases Horry County neighbors: In this tight-knit community, the neighbors who surround … http://bit.ly/7yKPcT #
  • Oil Steadies After Inventories-Driven Drop: Traders weighed an increase in stockpiles against hopes for global eco… http://bit.ly/8wcB43 #
  • Futures Flat Ahead of Retail Sales: U.S. stock futures traded in a tight range as market participants adopted a ca… http://bit.ly/8mFCro #
  • Foreclosures set a grim record in 2009: A record 2.8 million households were threatened with foreclosure last year… http://bit.ly/80I6DF #

Twitter Updates for 2010-01-14

  • Stock Futures Point to Higher Open: Kraft rose in premarket trade on improved guidance, while Google fell as it th… http://bit.ly/8Z9Hkq #
  • Oil Falls Toward $80; Focus on Inventories: Data from the American Petroleum Institute showed a rise in stockpiles… http://bit.ly/4K9Xvl #
  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-13 http://bit.ly/7leLgt #
  • First Service Realty to Become First GMAC Real Estate Office to Convert to Real Living: RISMEDIA, January 13, 2010… http://bit.ly/7y5fqG #
  • South Florida firm rebrands: First office to convert from GMAC to Real Livingread more http://bit.ly/7XYNFt #
  • Big Chinese Firms Take to the Skyline: State-owned enterprises have become a force in China's commercial real-esta… http://bit.ly/67aaxB #
  • LIVE NOW : Extreme Makeover | Online forum. Ask a builder your questions: Clinch Heyward, a partner at Sterling Ho… http://bit.ly/8iebnU #
  • Georgetown considers school layoffs: As Georgetown County School officials wrestle over which cuts to make to thei… http://bit.ly/7HXtBU #
  • Wishes and wrestlers as house torn down at 'Extreme Makeover': As the "Extreme Makeover: Home Edition" crew demoli… http://bit.ly/8UTbtA #
  • Aggressive salesmanship snared Myrtle Beach debates: EDITOR'S NOTE: Originally published in The Sun News on Jan. 6… http://bit.ly/1T1X97 #
  • In China, profits worth cancer risks: For China's low-cost jewelry makers, it was an open trade secret: The metal … http://bit.ly/73cjyp #
  • Tastes of Northern deli now at Southern eatery: New Englanders are distinguished from Southerners in ways numerous… http://bit.ly/7cYPdM #
  • Tastes of Northern deli now at Southern eatery: New Englanders are distinguished from Southerners in ways numerous… http://bit.ly/6tBgp6 #
  • Best spots to eat, drink at airports around U.S.: The ultimate airport dining survival guide features the best pla… http://bit.ly/60NPK9 #
  • Slide show: Cold as ice: The International Ice and Snow Festival in Harbin, the capital of China's Hellongiang Pro… http://bit.ly/6RkES6 #
  • Wall Street CEOs Admit Missteps: Banks acted like used-car salesmen, selling lemons to consumers, the head of a co… http://bit.ly/67UoGX #
  • Mix-Up Leads to $1.2 Million Judgment: An Illinois appeals court ruled that Public Storage violated the state's Co… http://bit.ly/4VRYCB #
  • Bonus Time in Manhattan Real Estate: New York's real-estate community is outright giddy as buyers return, ready to… http://bit.ly/6mPQ7c #
  • Airlines raise fuel surcharges to Europe: Major airlines have raised fuel surcharges on travel to Europe by $20 pe… http://bit.ly/80n57f #
  • Police search for man wanted in connection with multiple break-ins: Sheriff's deputies in Brunswick County, N.C., … http://bit.ly/4RsKql #
  • Residents hot in Surfside as town fires public works director: Mayor K. Allen Deaton sat quietly as two of the tow… http://bit.ly/4tuj3c #
  • Euro's Woes Will Be Tough Test: The European single currency is facing its toughest test since inception in 1999 a… http://bit.ly/87Ek9E #
  • U.S. airlines suspend operations in Haiti: Delta Air Lines and AMR Corp's American Airlines said Wednesday that th… http://bit.ly/5pWVR9 #
  • Walkability Boosts Value Post-Recession: Homes in wallkable neighborhoods in Charlotte, N.C., Sacramento, Calif. a… http://bit.ly/6zaP3z #
  • Ex-Homestore CEO Pleads Guilty to Fraud: Stuart Wolff faces three to five years in prison for conspiracy to commit… http://bit.ly/6EwmR8 #
  • Commissions Reach 9-Year Peak: The housing downturn has led to higher compensation levels for salespeople, though … http://bit.ly/5vinyY #
  • Checkpoint nets 27 citations in Myrtle Beach: The Myrtle Beach Police Department issued 27 citations this morning … http://bit.ly/8m0UjU #
  • Pound Gains on BOE Official's Comments: The British pound rose against the dollar after a Bank of England official… http://bit.ly/7c7tYl #
  • BofA's Secret: Real-Estate Banking: The bank blew away the competition last year in the business of underwriting s… http://bit.ly/8JEY7W #
  • Why the Jockstrap Bomber picked seat 19A: Among the many unanswered questions about the plan followed by Umar Faro… http://bit.ly/750d9J #
  • Chances better your bags will arrive with you: With fewer flights and less luggage to deliver, airlines are doing … http://bit.ly/5fKoK6 #
  • Some US jobs aren't coming back: The recession has accelerated job losses that were coming anyway. Particularly in… http://bit.ly/7Hghdl #
  • Thousands feared dead in Haiti quake; many trapped: Haitians piled bodies along the devastated streets of their ca… http://bit.ly/5nOrNN #
  • United Airlines matches baggage fee increases: United Airlines is joining the latest round of increases to baggage… http://bit.ly/79kRqW #
  • Man wanted in slaying of ex-girlfriend in Murrells Inlet: Officials are searching for a 40-year-old man wanted in … http://bit.ly/5fIOcO #
  • Man wanted in slaying of ex-girlfriend in Murrells Inlet: Officials are searching for a 40-year-old man wanted in … http://bit.ly/6Wup9V #
  • Fed's Beige Book Notes Modest Improvement: U.S. economic conditions continued to improve slightly at the end of 20… http://bit.ly/8uBDum #
  • Internet marketing dos and don'ts: Think like your audienceread more http://bit.ly/53Obmk #
  • Airlines hike baggage fees, adding surcharges: Attention air travelers: That tug at your wallet is about to happen… http://bit.ly/7GrZtX #
  • Howard Hanna Enters Commercial Real Estate Market in Ohio: RISMEDIA, January 14, 2010—Howard Hanna Real Estate Ser… http://bit.ly/8b9GCD #
  • Half-Built Homes Can Be Bargains, but with Strings Attached: RISMEDIA, January 14, 2010—(MCT)—First came foreclosu… http://bit.ly/4ITN3X #
  • LaBranche to Sell Market-Maker Business: LaBranche agreed to sell its NYSE-designated market-maker business to Bar… http://bit.ly/7Dd5Yi #
  • Mortgage program part of the problem?: The federal Making Home Affordable program, designed to save homeowners fro… http://bit.ly/8EeX5v #
  • Caribbean tour officials urge $10 plane ticket tax: The Caribbean Hotel and Tourism Association is urging the regi… http://bit.ly/4HqdRy #
  • Passenger on diverted U.S. jetliner faces charge: An airline passenger accused of becoming unruly, holing up in th… http://bit.ly/5sQHEP #
  • United launching seasonal service to Anchorage: United Airlines, a unit of UAL Corp., said Wednesday it will launc… http://bit.ly/5jb6cb #
  • Extreme Makeover | New photos submitted by readers: Volunteer Ralph Molina of Calabash, N.C., sent us some great p… http://bit.ly/4KFdDb #
  • Earning points in game of life: Foursquare rewards users who are going placesread more http://bit.ly/5Cm9dd #
  • Bank Dive Into Corporate Debt: Financial firms are dominating sales of new highly rated corporate bonds as they ta… http://bit.ly/8pTT9M #
  • Russell Gains as Skechers Kicks Up 8.9%: Small-capitalization stocks rose, erasing Tuesday's losses as the technol… http://bit.ly/5WQwWZ #
  • Boom, Boom, Plop: In this game, every snake looks like a ladder. Climb until you feel the pang of poison. http://bit.ly/5BkBLn #
  • Meth lab discovery in Calabash lands man in custody: Police are holding one person after a meth lab was discovered… http://bit.ly/58AcoZ #
  • Extreme Makeover | Take a tour of the new home: Sterling Homes Clinch Heyward gives a tour of the Extreme Makeover… http://bit.ly/8mhMiR #
  • ETF Assets Top $1 Trillion: Exchange-traded funds are now a trillion-dollar business, according to a report by Bla… http://bit.ly/5GLI87 #
  • ETF Assets Top $1 Trillion: Exchange-traded funds are now a trillion-dollar business, according to a report by Bla… http://bit.ly/5GLI87 #
  • Bail Granted in 'Squawk Box' Case: A federal judge has granted bail pending appeal to defunct day-trading firm A.B… http://bit.ly/607CWf #
  • Craig: listen and follow through: Craigslist founder talks about police, charity workread more http://bit.ly/92UPGO #
  • News, served as you want it: Huffington Post CEO comments on tech, media mashupread more http://bit.ly/6eq8Mz #
  • Passenger’s bomb threat prompts flight diversion: An ArkeFly flight carrying 235 people from Amsterdam to Aruba wa… http://bit.ly/56SHUq #
  • Greece Commits to Keeping Euro: Greek Prime Minister George Papandreou said there was "no chance" that Greece woul… http://bit.ly/8gfyKe #
  • What Will Intel Tell Us?: Intel earnings growth last year helped power gains in the stock market and signaled reco… http://bit.ly/4xtjKx #
  • Man dies after collision in North Carolina: A Supply, N.C., man died Tuesday evening after a collision on N.C.211 … http://bit.ly/75EXWI #
  • Morgan Stanley, Goldman Fight for First: Morgan Stanley and Goldman Sachs have taken their longtime cat-and-mouse… http://bit.ly/7hmmok #
  • RealtyTrac Year-End Report Shows Record 2.8 Million U.S. Properties with Foreclosure Filings in 2009: RISMEDIA, Ja… http://bit.ly/7fQ9qm #
  • Subsidy doesn't prevent COBRA's bite: Rising premiums and spotty eligibility keep health insurance out of reach fo… http://bit.ly/4zwWln #
  • Surviving Emerging Markets: Emerging markets like India and China continue to be a favorite destination for global… http://bit.ly/6Xpc6c #
  • Shares Rise Following U.S. Rally: Stocks in Asia were higher Thursday on Wall Street's rally, with Australian stoc… http://bit.ly/8jWpHS #
  • 2009 foreclosures up 21%: Half of foreclosures concentrated in 4 statesread more http://bit.ly/7KSzb0 #
  • Realtor groups offer iPhone app: My AOR provides local market data, news alertsread more http://bit.ly/5cfEq1 #
  • Top social media mistakes: When it comes to marketing, some agents have no clueread more http://bit.ly/4BZLFz #
  • ECB Expected to Stand Pat: The ECB is widely expected to leave its benchmark interest rate and extraordinary liqui… http://bit.ly/8mX17Q #
  • Dollar Rises Ahead of Retail-Sales Data: The dollar traded mostly higher in Europe as strong Australian employment… http://bit.ly/4NnJAw #
  • Ex-S.C. deacon expected to appear in state court: A former South Carolina church deacon sentenced to federal priso… http://bit.ly/85dx2L #
  • In Our Towns | Teen killed after head-on wreck: PoliceSUPPLY, N.C.Teen killed after wreck on N.C. 211 http://bit.ly/6uzcqL #
  • Obama to Unveil Plan on Bank Taxes: Obama will propose taxing 50 banks, insurance firms and broker-dealers collect… http://bit.ly/7G4ZGf #
  • Loan-Loss Provisions Hit Banesto: Spain's Banco Espanol de Credito said its net profit plunged more than 95% in th… http://bit.ly/63jR0O #
  • Extreme Makeover | Builder takes reader queries: Clinch Heyward, a partner at Sterling Homes and the builder on th… http://bit.ly/92XuLA #
  • Panic, looting and triage after major Haiti quake: The tiny bodies of children lay in piles next to the ruins of t… http://bit.ly/7J94u1 #
  • Coastal Carolina University's neighbors put new rules to the test: Some residents of the Coastal Carolina Universi… http://bit.ly/5KWExj #
  • 'Extreme Makeover' build pleases Horry County neighbors: In this tight-knit community, the neighbors who surround … http://bit.ly/7yKPcT #
  • Oil Steadies After Inventories-Driven Drop: Traders weighed an increase in stockpiles against hopes for global eco… http://bit.ly/8wcB43 #
  • Futures Flat Ahead of Retail Sales: U.S. stock futures traded in a tight range as market participants adopted a ca… http://bit.ly/8mFCro #
  • Foreclosures set a grim record in 2009: A record 2.8 million households were threatened with foreclosure last year… http://bit.ly/80I6DF #

Twitter Updates for 2010-01-13

  • Twitter Updates for 2010-01-12 http://bit.ly/4uzYuk #
  • NMB Rally move ahead: The Headlines in The Sun News today! The Harley Group is waiting on the permit decision. .. http://bit.ly/8UbIut #
  • Donors against ex-Myrtle Beach mayor speak out, funds revealed: Steve Chapman, owner of the Island Vista Resort.. http://bit.ly/8LnkrC #
  • Police seek information about robbery at Myrtle Beach area business (with videos): Horry County police want any.. http://bit.ly/4rKoh2 #
  • Hyatt to Boost Presence in Big Cities: The hotel owner and operator will try to boost its reach by buying hotel.. http://bit.ly/8XRPcK #
  • Myrtle Beach couple, teen arrested after argument: Three Myrtle Beach residents were charged after police saw t.. http://bit.ly/73LZVR #
  • ‘Cougars,’ ‘cubs’ unwelcome on Carnival cruises: Carnival Cruise Lines won't be sailing anymore with a boatload.. http://bit.ly/7z7gr3 #
  • China plans for world’s highest airport in Tibet: China has announced plans to build the world's highest airpor.. http://bit.ly/5SZgSM #
  • Saudi allegedly posed as pilot in Manila: A 19-year-old Saudi man allegedly posing as a pilot was detained at M.. http://bit.ly/84uNqU #
  • Greek Stocks Tumble; 'Crisis of Credibility Continues': Renewed worries over Greece's economic and fiscal prosp.. http://bit.ly/6T6j0U #
  • Forex Traders Watch U.K. Election: For the first time in a generation, a British general election campaign will.. http://bit.ly/8pkLIn #
  • 2 San Francisco MLSs consider merger: Groups were part of earlier merger plan dubbed NCREXread more http://bit.ly/4ZDWtG #
  • Extreme Makeover | Fans brought out to dry foundation: Fans have been set up to help the concrete dry faster so.. http://bit.ly/6C0YxC #
  • Surfside Beach mayor to likely lose license: State and local officials say they expect Surfside Beach Mayor K. .. http://bit.ly/8sr8nS #
  • Treasurys Stage Early Rally: The Treasury market rallied as investors sought comfort in low-risk government deb.. http://bit.ly/5csHiq #
  • Fewer Sellers Cut Home Prices, for Now: Real estate Web site Trulia reports a decrease in the number of sellers re… http://bit.ly/5nc1ey #
  • New York City Development Heads to Default: Purchasers of an 11,000-unit complex in New York City announced they w… http://bit.ly/6N27N3 #
  • Should the Fed Keep Buying Mortgage Backs?: James Bullard, a member of the Federal Reserve, says the Fed should co… http://bit.ly/6ZFbZ0 #
  • Extreme Makeover | Longtime volunteers make stop in Horry County: Fred and Marion Rose don't own a home because.. http://bit.ly/4VYvJb #
  • Cybill Shepherd’s son charged in mid-air thefts: The son of actress Cybill Shepherd has been charged with steal.. http://bit.ly/8eQ9cy #
  • U.S. Trade Gap Widens: The U.S. trade deficit widened to $36.40 billion in November, as surging oil prices help.. http://bit.ly/7×5xT6 #
  • New leader to assist RETS rollout: Travis Wright takes helm at data standards organizationread more http://bit.ly/5q6IMj #
  • Emotional swearing in for mayor, council members in Myrtle Beach: An emotional swearing in for Mayor John Rhode.. http://bit.ly/8SR4Qm #
  • Paris airports to cut traffic Wednesday amid snow: France's civil aviation authority is asking airlines to cut .. http://bit.ly/8blNI0 #
  • SC lawmakers OK more than $270M in Boeing bonds: Legislators sweating a wrecked budget that threatens schools, .. http://bit.ly/7xpILk #
  • Extreme Makeover | Video of framing work on Tuesday: Crews install framing at the site of the Horry County buil.. http://bit.ly/8PCEt5 #
  • TSA: Unruly Northwest passengers questioned: The Transportation Security Administration says unruly passengers .. http://bit.ly/7Q7Cho #
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  • Camp Reinvent Successfully Completes Inaugural Coaching Program: RISMEDIA, January 13, 2010—PCMS Consulting recent… http://bit.ly/69pQd3 #
  • New Hampshire Real Estate Firm Joins Sotheby’s International Realty Network: RISMEDIA, January 13, 2010—Sotheby’s … http://bit.ly/7qvkQq #
  • Internet Prospecting That’s 16 Times More Effective Than Ordinary Methods?: RISMEDIA, January 13, 2010—Business me… http://bit.ly/5YetzY #
  • Grains Plunge on Record Crops: Larger-than-expected crop estimates from the U.S. government sent grain and soyb.. http://bit.ly/86ZiVy #
  • Freeze Damages More Florida Oranges: Freezing temperature overnight damaged more of Florida's orange crop, help.. http://bit.ly/61ao3c #
  • Realtor.com unveils iPhone app: One tap connects users to listing agentread more http://bit.ly/6IP7MJ #
  • Extreme Makeover | The latest stories, photos and videos from the site: Check out all of the latest stories, ne.. http://bit.ly/7VYKUC #
  • Extreme Makeover| Make-a-Wish family visits build site: Ten year-old Madelyn "Maddie" Connaughton, of Granby, M.. http://bit.ly/4tiAfl #
  • Delta hiking fees for checked bags: Attention air travelers: That tug at your wallet is about to happen again, .. http://bit.ly/7GrZtX #
  • Bearish Bets on Banks, Insurers: Several banks report earnings soon, including J.P. Morgan and Goldman Sachs, a.. http://bit.ly/56RU5v #
  • Fast-Tracking Justice: The law minister has an ambitious plan to speed up the process. But some fear quality ma.. http://bit.ly/6Axnmw #
  • Japan's 40 Richest: Stock market rebound helps nation's wealthiest recover much of what they had previously lost. http://bit.ly/5s8bti #
  • Airlines raise fuel surcharges to Europe: Major airlines have raised fuel surcharges on travel to Europe by $20.. http://bit.ly/80n57f #
  • Short Sellers Ended Down Year in Retreat: Short-selling fell at the New York Stock Exchange and the Nasdaq Stoc.. http://bit.ly/4qoW1D #
  • BofA's Secret: Real-Estate Banking: The bank blew away the competition last year in the business of underwritin.. http://bit.ly/5gIbqk #
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  • KKR Crumbles; Stone Energy Skids: Small-capitalization stocks sank to their lowest close of this year on Tuesda.. http://bit.ly/5xPoQM #
  • Married Executives Scoop Up Optimer Stock: A married couple in the top management of Optimer Pharmaceuticals ha.. http://bit.ly/5ePYGu #
  • Sources: Carvers Bay graduate Clifton Geathers will leave USC for NFL: Multiple sources in Columbia on Tuesday .. http://bit.ly/5aY1PS #
  • Haiti hit by largest earthquake in over 200 years: The strongest earthquake in more than 200 years rocked Haiti.. http://bit.ly/5nOrNN #
  • Are bonds the next bubble?: Investors poured money into bonds and bond funds last year in search of safety and .. http://bit.ly/8aPmQ9 #
  • BofA Shuffles Ranks as SEC Files Suit: Bank of America shuffled its management, leaving a former contender for .. http://bit.ly/67H2nr #
  • Corn, Soybean Prices Plummet: The government stunned commodity markets by estimating record corn and soybean cr.. http://bit.ly/8b9OzA #
  • Surfside Beach Town Council fires town's public works director: The Surfside Beach Town Council fired tonight i.. http://bit.ly/5iJGEW #
  • Residents hot in Surfside as town fires public works director: Mayor K. Allen Deaton sat quietly as two of the .. http://bit.ly/4tuj3c #
  • Tastes of Northern deli now at Southern eatery: New Englanders are distinguished from Southerners in ways numer.. http://bit.ly/6tBgp6 #
  • The best of local discount wines: While it's hard to beat the deep discounts found at online outlets, there are.. http://bit.ly/79H03y #
  • Council set to vote on Boeing: Details of the estimated $450 million incentive package that South Carolina has .. http://bit.ly/7fBX5t #
  • PBOC Move Weighs on Shares: Asian stock markets were lower Wednesday, weighed by Wall Street's decline and the .. http://bit.ly/8lsvnq #
  • Bonus Time in Manhattan Real Estate: New York's real-estate community is outright giddy as buyers return, ready.. http://bit.ly/6mPQ7c #
  • Big Chinese Firms Take to the Skyline: State-owned enterprises have become a force in China's commercial real-e.. http://bit.ly/67aaxB #
  • Year of Reckoning for Europe's Lenders?: Opportunistic investors are hoping that 2010 will be the year that Eur.. http://bit.ly/65arNa #
  • S.C. borrows Boeing funds: Legislators sweating a wrecked budget that threatens schools, colleges and law enfor.. http://bit.ly/6B1MSq #
  • Almunia Vows to Fight Cartels: Rigorous enforcement of antitrust rules is needed in the European Union, the blo.. http://bit.ly/5ZOw2C #
  • SocGen Issues Profit Warning: The French bank said it expects to post a lower-than-expected profit for the fourth … http://bit.ly/70Pe3W #
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  • Busy holiday sparks hope for New Year: From The Real Dealread more http://bit.ly/8P3bIe #
  • Green Acres Is the Place to Be: The Great Recession is inspiring more young families and singles to head back to t… http://bit.ly/5b8893 #
  • Year of Reckoning for Europe's Lenders?: Opportunistic investors are hoping that 2010 will be the year that Europe… http://bit.ly/65arNa #
  • European Shares Trade Flat: European stocks hovered around the flat line, with hopes of a rally after Tuesday's lo… http://bit.ly/72TvXw #
  • Trulia offers Local Ads platform: Agents will be able to 'lock out' competition with hyperlocal adsread more http://bit.ly/7cOK2d #
  • Even if 'Beige Book' Is Bullish, Fed Isn't: The 'Beige Book" report on U.S. economic activity may show improvement… http://bit.ly/7r5Rvi #
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Twitter Updates for 2010-01-12

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  • Investigators study SC church fire: Investigators are trying to determine what sparked a fire that destroyed a .. http://bit.ly/4BYBJX #
  • Extreme Makeover | Home revealed in Horry County: A Loris family has been selected as the focus of the TV show .. http://bit.ly/5wknRX #
  • Fitch Sees Threats to U.S. Rating: Fitch Ratings affirmed its AAA rating on the U.S. but warned that higher deb.. http://bit.ly/6gXXDN #
  • Santander Eyes U.K.'s Top Spot: Santander Chairman Emilio Botin said his bank aims to be the U.K.'s top bank an.. http://bit.ly/5Xl9g3 #
  • Woman accosted in Myrtle Beach hotel room: A 20 year-old Conway woman was attacked at the Coral Sands hotel in .. http://bit.ly/4xHQxx #
  • Home Builders Stocks are starting to Improve: According to the Wall Street Journal on January 7, 2010 Lennar an.. http://bit.ly/5HKB2M #
  • Real Estate Confidence Remains Strong: Practitioners are particularly optimistic about the 12- to 18-month housing… http://bit.ly/4pYx08 #
  • How Do You Keep Your Home Office Organized?: We want to hear your tips for keeping a home office in order. Your fe… http://bit.ly/8HFR5O #
  • Analyst: Housing a Good Investment in 2010: Read some more of Forbes housing reporter Francesca Levy's predictions… http://bit.ly/8m8wpY #
  • Traffic at UK airports down 4.2 percent in 2009: Passenger traffic at Britain's major airports fell 4.2 percent.. http://bit.ly/8RVkfL #
  • European airports warn of security costs: European airport operators warned Monday that new security measures p.. http://bit.ly/7RjVnn #
  • Freeze creates tough travel weekend in Europe: A plane slid off an icy runway and powerful winds and heavy snow.. http://bit.ly/52CXUM #
  • Venezuela Devaluation Hits Telef ónica Funds: Telefónica Monday maintained its earnings targets as in.. http://bit.ly/4Q1K3W #
  • Devaluation to Sap Profits at Consumer Goods Makers: Procter & Gamble, Colgate and other large U.S. consumer go.. http://bit.ly/6Wvbyc #
  • HotPads.com offers Android app: Property search site has iPhone app in the worksread more http://bit.ly/7Yln9C #
  • Blogging for sport: a real bore: Letters From the Home Frontread more http://bit.ly/6tZmo2 #
  • Extreme Makeover | Suggs family thankful, in shock at being chosen: The Suggs family who found out this morning.. http://bit.ly/5qPU1j #
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  • Cleaning crew finds threatening letter on jet: Authorities say a cleaning crew found a threatening letter on a .. http://bit.ly/8vSEam #
  • China Cracks Down on Banks: China's banking regulator has quietly cracked down on banks selling their loans to .. http://bit.ly/5iEB5W #
  • Coldwell Banker NRT Development Advisors Increases Service Offerings and Footprint Following 2009 Success: RISMEDI… http://bit.ly/5r20jB #
  • Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Implement More than 405,000 HAMP Modifications; Refinance 4 Million Loans Through Novem… http://bit.ly/6CKGc7 #
  • Stuart Wolff to plead guilty: Plea agreement calls for 3- to 5-year prison sentenceread more http://bit.ly/6uaTym #
  • 2010: 'Economic Slim Fast' or sunshine?: 10 real estate brokerage predictionsread more http://bit.ly/5VDKuP #
  • The permanent temporary work force: The recession is further diminishing job security as companies aggressively.. http://bit.ly/5zgTT3 #
  • Oil Declines on Outlook for Milder U.S. Weather: Earlier, strong Chinese import data and a weaker dollar had pu.. http://bit.ly/5Otb7V #
  • Educate, Attract Buyers with the Extended and Expanded Home Buyer Tax Credit: RISMEDIA, January 12, 2010—First-tim… http://bit.ly/6UQf83 #
  • Political action committees behind anti-McBride campaign: Steve Chapman, owner of the Island Vista Resort, says.. http://bit.ly/7vHvkF #
  • Former Brunswick sheriff to be released to serve probation: Former Brunswick County Sheriff Ron Hewett is to be.. http://bit.ly/6kBFfK #
  • Alcoa Posts Narrower Loss: Alcoa posted a narrower fourth-quarter loss and topped its cash-generation targets f.. http://bit.ly/5JEEvq #
  • Dollar Sinks Against Riskier Rivals: The dollar slumped against major rivals as renewed confidence about a fast.. http://bit.ly/6P19iQ #
  • APNewsBreak: Mark McGwire admits using steroids: Mark McGwire finally came clean, admitting he used steroids wh.. http://bit.ly/4Y0fhR #
  • Cleveland flights normal again after outage: Flight schedules have returned to normal at Cleveland Hopkins Inte.. http://bit.ly/7Pu88S #
  • A new world: Where to put your money now: Credit-rating downgrades for developed countries and upgrades for eme.. http://bit.ly/6Bwdby #
  • Traders Peer Into McMoRan Well: Shares of McMoRan and Plains Exploration & Production rose after the energy com.. http://bit.ly/8nWMZL #
  • What Wall Street Bonuses Mean For U.S. Housing: The return of exorbitant banker payouts might help stimulate th.. http://bit.ly/8SSlTM #
  • North Carolina woman charged in connection with prescription pill ring: A North Carolina woman has been charged.. http://bit.ly/5MC0Ou #
  • In Europe, Flood of Junk Bonds Expected: The growth of Europe's junk-bond market bodes well for both corporate .. http://bit.ly/4t9uqV #
  • Educate, Attract Buyers with the Extended and Expanded Home Buyer Tax Credit: RISMEDIA, January 12, 2010—First-tim… http://bit.ly/6UQf83 #
  • WisdomTree Launches Currency Hedged ETF: As investors worry about the prospects of a strengthening dollar in 20.. http://bit.ly/5ZT3mE #
  • Japan Up; Alcoa Hurts Australia: Asian markets were mixed Tuesday as Alcoa's disappointing earnings weighed on .. http://bit.ly/5jDVyy #
  • Cowell says he's leaving 'Idol' for 'X Factor': Simon Cowell, the acerbic Brit who has helped give "American Id.. http://bit.ly/6a5kF1 #
  • America's vulnerable half-speed recovery: Many economists say the US economy will grow by a paltry 2% a year fo.. http://bit.ly/7ihCOH #
  • Battling the system: A patient's tale: Tracking his bills, pleading his case and working the phones has saved a.. http://bit.ly/5lwsHc #
  • Chevron Warns on Refining Profit: Chevron warned investors that it expects its fourth-quarter earnings to be lo.. http://bit.ly/5PuygU #
  • Local music legend dies today: Jeff Roberts, co-founder and director of the South by Southeast Music Feast in M.. http://bit.ly/4mJZJB #
  • Tax on Investment Income Is Weighed: Congressional negotiators are considering applying the Medicare payroll ta.. http://bit.ly/85f1A3 #
  • Carlyle Partners With Beijing on New Fund: Carlyle Group plans to raise a China private-equity fund in local cu.. http://bit.ly/5sJJtr #
  • Extreme Makeover: 1 knock, 7 lives changed: A knock on the door of a cramped, drafty farmhouse on Monday brough.. http://bit.ly/93i81z #
  • Road work fails jobless: Ten months into President Obama's first economic stimulus plan, a surge in spending on.. http://bit.ly/7qu6V8 #
  • PBOC's 1-Year Bill Yield Rises: China's central bank sold benchmark one-year bills in its open market operation.. http://bit.ly/7mzaC4 #
  • Third MLS flips switch on calREDD: Statewide MLS expects 11 Realtor associations to be live by Aprilread more http://bit.ly/7lvUrP #
  • Offshoring home-loan services: Workers in Mumbai, Costa Rica attend to U.S. real estateread more http://bit.ly/4RzlZw #
  • Geospatial mapping platform launches: Subscription cost based on a site's anticipated Web trafficread more http://bit.ly/7bHual #
  • Recovery Brings Wider Trade Gap: Tuesday's Commerce Department report on November trade activity is likely to s.. http://bit.ly/5xPlBM #
  • Euro Rally Loses Steam: The dollar is mostly higher in Europe, after positive comments from a Chinese official .. http://bit.ly/5w8zsd #
  • Argument leads to assault between couple in Myrtle Beach apartment: A 19-year-old Orangeburg woman told Myrtle .. http://bit.ly/7r9czk #
  • Coastal Business | Program to educate entrepreneurs: Coastal BusinessMyrtle BeachProgram to educate entrepreneurs http://bit.ly/84UwyE #
  • Alcoa Results Hit Futures: U.S. stocks are expected to open lower, after Alcoa's disappointing results sparked .. http://bit.ly/4z9Og6 #
  • Extreme Makeover | What's on the schedule for the build Tuesday: Throughout the day today crews will continue s.. http://bit.ly/6×0aU1 #
  • Earnings Fears Hit Markets: European stock markets were lower on Alcoa's disappointing earnings report, but U.K.. http://bit.ly/7ABiW3 #
  • Gold Prices Ease Off Highs: Spot gold was steady in a narrow range in European trading, easing from overnight h.. http://bit.ly/6tOVFx #