Monthly Archives: November 2013

The Department of Veterans Affairs has made significant progress in reducing the backlog of disability compensation claims – from 611,000 to 400,835 or 34 percent since peaking in March. Concurrently, VA improved the accuracy of disability ratings, and provided hundreds of thousands of claims decisions to Veterans who have waited the longest.

- M I Bhat - The recent headline ‘White House urges Jewish leaders not to lobby for new Iran sanctions’ - beats every word said and written so far.

Ageism or age discrimination seriously detracts from effective medical treatment. In contrast to developing countries, where older people are respected and revered, age discrimination is pervasive in all industrialized countries.

On the heels of weeklong screenings in New York City and Los Angeles, Not Yet Begun to Fight, an unconventional look at the impact of war and the journey to recovery, will air on Montana PBS on November 9 at 7pm, and nationwide on PBS’ World Channel at various times November 11, 12, 16 and 17.

The most expensive part of owning a car is selling it. That's when you learn just how much of a bite depreciation has taken.

Veterans on Wall Street (VOWS), a consortium of major banks including Citi, Deutsche Bank and Goldman Sachs, is pleased to announce the keynote speakers for the third annual Veteran Employment Symposium and Resource Fair on Tuesday, November 12, 2013 at Goldman Sachs’ headquarters in New York City.

As many of you know, the VA is Appealing Judge Otero's ruling against Defendants Eric K. Shinseki, the Secretary of the VA, and Donna M. Beiter, the Director of the Los Angeles VA, for illegal use of Veterans land.

Working out the best business loan for you and your company can be difficult. It is important to consider a number of factors when making your decision.

There have been numerous class action lawsuits having to do with securities and investment frauds. A fair number of those reached a rather high-profile status, which has spanned over the years.

I was a Soldier or I am a Veteran: That's the way it is, that's what we were...ARE.

Saudi Arabia Could Order Nukes from Pakistan An agreement between Saudi Arabia and Pakistan could see the Gulf state deploy ready-made nuclear warheads in the event that Iran crosses the nuclear threshold.

Investment management Hong Kong is crucial. This post is all about balancing risk and managing your goals.

Your net worth is one of the most important figures measuring financial health. A positive net worth means you have assets that exceed your liabilities. Why is that good? Beyond the "sleep well at night" factor, a high net worth means that you're possibly in a financial position to retire substantially all of your debts at any time.

In everything you do, you would need to monitor your efforts.  You should set some benchmarks and ways to measure results.  This way, you...

For a credit repair firm, there is nothing better than hearing about a customer who has finally gotten out of debt. The day that...

Last year, Boko Haram was reported to have played a leading role in the capture of the strategic cities of Gao and Kidal in Northern Mali. Intelligence reports highlighted the growing evolution of their regional ambition as they join other allied regional Islamist Insurgency forces...

Keeping your kids healthy is one of your top priorities as a parent, but it’s not always an easy task. Between staying on top of their normal checkups and trying to get them to wash their hands before dinner, there are a lot of things that could slip through the cracks.

Allsup issues ranking of VA Regional Offices by pending appeals since 2008; provides 10 tips to veterans for getting through disability claims backlog

Chinese state-run media revealed for the first time this week that Beijing’s nuclear submarines can attack American cities as a means to counterbalance U.S. nuclear deterrence in the Pacific.

- Alexander Filonik has provided us with an inside view into the depth of the carnage inflicted upon the Syrian people.

A new myth has swept much of western civilization, that CO2 emissions will cause catastrophic global warming.

Later this month Palestinians will be celebrating an important anniversary, namely the decision by the UN General Assembly a year ago to recognize Palestine as a non-member observer state.

Westar Energy is the largest electric energy provider in Kansas, Westar Energy is dedicated to operating the best electric utility in the midwest and providing quality service at below average prices.

Signature Retail Services aims to employ some our nations best and brightest.

- I want to talk about the pilots, ..this deliberate fracturing of the American psyche and spirit

It is never too early to setup an Individual Retirement Account to ensure a better future for yourself and your family. This article shares a few reasons why an IRA is so important to the common man.

This post is all about handling your monthly expenses in right way. One should take care of his expenses and earnings. There must exist a balance between both. otherwise it may bring drastic changes in a man life. This post will teach you how to do so. Please read on...

You're tired of the usual investments: bank CDs, bonds, and the mutual funds inside your 401(k). What you really want, and need, is an "edge." While most investors who invest in stocks "go long," you've decided to short-sell.

A number of consumers use online payday loans. These short-term loans offer several advantages over traditional loans, but they also come with some disadvantages....

This type of insurance is an important consideration for any business, so you want to make sure that you not only make the right decision, but that you get the right level of cover for your needs. Here are some quick tips to help when it comes to buying your policy.

The dilemma that a number of modern firms face is far removed from the early question of whether employees need to use social media while at work.

The majority of medical practitioners take extreme care when it comes to looking after their patients. From doctors to dentists, those in the medical profession have trained for years to acquire and develop their skills, and have incredible knowledge and experience in their field

Dr. David Sabow's fight for justice with the government over the murder of Colonel James E. Sabow and the striking parallels between the lives of Dr. Sabow and Charles Krauthammer, both early victims of life threatening and career ending spinal cord injuries.

Dr. David Sabow's fight for justice with the government over the murder of Colonel James E. Sabow and the striking parallels between the lives of Dr. Sabow and Charles Krauthammer, both early victims of life threatening and career ending spinal cord injuries.

It’s American Diabetes Month. Are you a Veteran with diabetes mellitus type 2 who was exposed to Agent Orange during service? You may be eligible for VA benefits.

The Department of Veterans Affairs has hired 815 Peer Specialists and Peer Apprentices, exceeding the hiring goal set in President Obama’s Aug. 31, 2012 Executive Order aimed at improving access to mental health services for Veterans, service members and military families.

- Dear Folks, another right on the money interview with Allen regarding our compromised Congress

Bad business debts are a reality. It's also a fact that many customers, especially those dealing with the medical profession, simply cannot pay their accounts in a timely manner and usually will continue to ignore any attempt for collection even though the medical facility may have bent over backwards seeking payments in a non-threatening way.

Chomsky's bizarre 9/11 double-talk is a sight to behold.

But there is one particular memory which became the foundation of my lifelong quest to share a great truth and make a profound difference on the planet .

I was inspired (perhaps I should say provoked) to write this piece by something U.S. Vice-President Joe Biden said in his speech to the recent J Street National Conference in Washington DC. He recalled visiting Golda Meir when she was Israel’s prime minister and he was a junior senator.

Undertaking home renovations makes sense for a number of reasons; including the value upgrades add to your home. Budgets vary, but within every remodeling approach is room for savings on improvements.