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The IRS has announced further tax relief for victims of Hurricane Katrina due to slow clean up efforts and obviously devastated areas. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Whats the connection between pirate booty lost at sea and New Orleans doubloons, lost during hurricane katrina? When Johnny Depp, Keira Knightley and Orlando Bloom spent time in pirates of the Caribbean, hiding, stealing and spending doubloons, it makes you wonder, what is a doubloon, and why do they call the coins thrown during mardi gras, by the same name? Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , ,
When Hurricane Katrina struck, the whole world watched in shock and horror how the hard work of generations melted away into nothingness. The images of death and mass destruction shook the world community from its roots. In the blink of an eye we saw the hopes and dreams of residents shatter to bits in the devastating storm. Related Article Tags: , ,
One year ago, your life was turned upside down by Hurricane Katrina. Now, one year later, you are facing the first anniversary of the disaster. Learn why you are feeling uneasy, what you can do to support yourself during the anniversary. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
Experts who deal in SEO (search engine optimization) are of the opinion that in order to rank well in SERPs' (search engine result pages), each webpage of your site must include 2 to 3 keywords (rather keyphrases) spread 'evenly' over the page. This will enable search engines to understand the importance of those keywords vis-Ã -vis your webpage and list accordingly in SERPs' when queried for those keywords. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
In order to encourage economic growth and reconstruction of damaged area, the U.S. Administration passed a Gulf Opportunity Zone Act in 2005 after the severe destruction caused by hurricane Katrina. The Gulf Opportunity Zone includes parts of Mississippi, Alabama and Louisiana. This act was formulated by the US Congress to offer tax and other financial incentives to corporations that participated in the process of rebuilding of the devastated area. Related Article Tags: , ,
Need a new summer home or home for your in-laws? A Katrina Cottage might be just the thing. Developed in response to one of the worst natural disasters this country has ever seen, these sturdy little go-anywhere homes are now available at the retail level and are providing a range of unexpected alternative housing solutions as far from the Gulf Coast as Minnesota. Related Article Tags: , , ,
After the devastating effects of Hurricane Katrina in 2005, the U.S Government passed a Gulf Opportunity Act of 2005 also referred as "Go Zone Act". The affected countries of Louisiana, Mississippi and Alabama got help with this plan. GO Zone Investment plan provides tremendous tax incentives to the investors and developers.
Trying to keep warm in the winter and cool in the summer have been primary concerns and costs for average families. After Hurricane Katrina, the world found itself having to deal with higher energy costs in order to meet the aforementioned concerns. After Katrina natural gas and oil prices went on an upward spiral. What has not been popularly explored was that landscaping is capable of conserving energy in the home. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , ,
America's charitable response to the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina has been astounding. However, the mind-numbing scope of the disaster is such that these noble efforts must continue. Related Article Tags: , , , , , ,
A federal audit on the spending proclivities of people who were issued debit cards by FEMA during the Katrina disaster indicates that some of them were swimming in champagne - and good stuff, too.
Among the survival rations that were purchased, we find a $200 bottle of champagne, used as a life-saving device at the hurricane shelter known as Hooters. The establishment, upon hearing of the purchase, has nobly agreed to refund the amount to FEMA. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Most homeowners think, or hope, that they have enough coverage on their homes to take care of just about any sort of contingency. However, waiting until a disaster strikes - like Hurricane Katrina - could find yourself uncovered for an event that you thought was covered. Are you really protected? Read on and we'll take a look at what is typically covered under the average insurance plan. If in doubt, pull out the policy and call your insurance representative today to make certain that your policy meets your needs. Related Article Tags: , , ,
We wouldn't even hazard a guess at the odds against such a outcome, but the runoff election in New Orleans looks about as bizarre as anything you're likely to see even in the Mardi Gras.
Roy Nagen, the Mr. Malaprop of mayoral politics, who alienated white voters when he voiced the proud hope of making the city, in the wake of Katrina, "chocolate again," has gotten himself caught up in a runoff election with a white guy, Lieutenant Governor Mitch Landrieu, who, at least to us, looks just like a paler version of Roy himself. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , , , ,
Throughout the USA, so many of us are in a giving mood. Natural disasters, particularly Hurricane Katrina, has brought out the best in all of us. Clothes, food, money, and so much more is being donated and at a pace never seen before in our nation's history. The recipients are needy as many have lost all that they have. In the midst of this special season of giving please remember that others need your help too. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
In Las Vegas, a jury just awarded Gerald and Katrina Thitchener $3.4 million for Countrywide Home Loans Inc. "mistakenly foreclosing" their home in 2003. Countrywide was supposed to foreclose on a different condo in the complex where the Thitcheners owned their home. Family photos and Katrina Thitchener's wedding dress were among the items to be destroyed, along with the other property in the condo. Related Article Tags: , , , ,
This year the world has reeled in shock at the devastation caused by Hurricane Katrina in the southern Gulf States of America. Although other major events have also happened this week, people who live in North America, in particular, are still trying to come to terms with the reality and extent of this disaster in their own back yard. Related Article Tags: , , , , ,
Our hearts and prayers go out to those affected by Katrina. Many are fortunate to have escaped with their lives. It shows us all once again that there are many things that are more important than money. That being said, it is important that we be prepared financially should such a disaster affect us. Read on to learn how. Related Article Tags: , ,
Any time a natural disaster such as a hurricane strikes, there's a flurry of attention right after the event and over the next few weeks. Then the survivors are left to pull their lives back together again. What most people don't realize is that as the first anniversary passes, the survivors often experience a welling up of emotion that feels as though they are back in the original disaster that turned their live upside down. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , ,
When Hurricane Katrina and Wilma struck the U.S., lives were lost, property and businesses destroyed, resulting in billions of dollars in losses. Among the many people affected was home business owners who saw their life's work washed away in the torrent. However, there was one home business that the hurricanes could not destroy. While Katrina and Wilma raged on, ONLINE BUSINESSES were still running and making money! Related Article Tags: , , ,
Spike Lee's documentary, When the Levees Broke drew the attention of the country as the anniversary of hurricane Katrina drew near. It seemed nothing could upstage the undivided attention of the nation until Mayor Ray Nagin spoke up. Related Article Tags: , , , , , , , , , , ,
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