One of the issues associated with flying is the fact that there is no Wi-Fi access on airplanes. It is true that some European and Asian carriers offer wireless access, but the US has been behind on this trend.
Until now. Or later, at any rate.
American Airlines will begin a trial of in-air Wi-Fi this year, and next summer Delta will offer online services in-flight. But, CNN Money reports, it will cost you: $9.95 for flights shorter than three hours, and $12.95 for longer flights. That’s more than the all day $7.95 fee charged at some airports (and a …read more

We’ve rung in 2008, but what happened in 2007? Over at Taxgirl, we’re listing the best business stories of 2007. To me, it’s always interesting that what goes on in the business world eventually has an effect on your personal finance situation. Here is the post:
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2007 was definitely a newsworthy year for businesses. Some businesses experienced record profits, some businesses spiraled into bankruptcy. Here, in one convenient package, are your top business stories of the year as compiled by the b5media Business Channel:
If you read Behind the Buzz even a little, you knew that Barbie Girl would make the list …read more