Modern Authors: It's All About Me
Narcissism in the literary world is on the rise, a [new study] from San Diego State University suggests. “Changes in written language reflect broader cultural changes,” says social psychologist and lead researcher Jean Twenge, who has explored the generational shift …
Misreporting of Income Could Cost Customers, Benefit B of A Billions
Bank of America has been misreporting deferred interest income from customers holding adjustable rate mortgages by “millions, if not billions, of dollars,” according to a federal class-action suit filed in San Diego. On certain negative-amortization loan products known as “option …
Local Lecture Addresses Nuclear Costs
The Sustainability Alliance of Southern California last night hosted a discussion: “Nuclear Power in Southern California – Can We Afford It?” Held at the California Center for Sustainable Energy in Clairemont, the few dozen attendees largely boasted energy backgrounds or …
U.S. Considers Southbound Border Inspection Stations
An effort at San Diego’s Mexican border to stem the flow of weapons and contraband into Mexico could backfire and is already drawing criticism, the Latin American Herald Tribune reports. “We also have a responsibility to step up surveillance on …
Personal Use Solar Soars in California
The market for individual solar systems in California is booming, according to a new report from the California Public Utilities Commission. In 2007, California launched a $3.3 billion program aiming to install 3,000 megawatts of solar power in the state …
EDCO Faces $112,000 Fine Over Crushed Worker
The California Division of Occupational Safety and Health is seeking nearly $112,000 in fines and penalties against EDCO Waste and Recycling Services over “alleged willful and accident-related violations” in connection with an incident last December at EDCO’s Lemon Grove facility. …