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Secret Deal to Keep US in Iraq Forever? Why Is the US There?
What do you make of this story? According to the Independent, a secret deal is being negotiated in Baghdad that would extend the US military occupation of Iraq indefinitely, regardless of the outcome of the presidential election.
It's being reported that President Bush is asking for 50 military bases, control of Iraqi airspace below 29,000 feet, legal immunity for all American soldiers and contractors, the right to pursue the "war on terror" in Iraq, and the authority to arrest anybody it wants and to launch military campaigns without consultation.
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Group Therapy: Looking For A New Job
I moved to a new area in a few months ago and started a new job. Well, it was a small family business with a total of 5 employees (including the owner) and long story short, it was an absolute nightmare and a very unstable work environment. I quit today because I simply could not take anymore.
Biopic About Legendary Punk Band Ramones in the Works
I'll just say it: Gabba Gabba Hey! Fox Searchlight is in negotiations to produce a biopic about The Ramones, the seminal punk band formed in the '70s and best known for songs like "I Wanna be Sedated," "Blitzkrieg Bop," and "Rockaway Beach."
The movie will be based on the not-yet-published book I Slept With Joey Ramone by Joey's brother Mickey Leigh, and will center around Joey's life and the early days of the band — widely considered to be the first punk rock group.
Costco No Longer Carrying Coca-Cola Products
If you weren't able to locate a case of Coke on your last trip to Costco, don't worry — you aren't going crazy. Yesterday, the wholesale club confirmed that it is no longer carrying Coca-Cola products in stores nationwide.
The Washington-based wholesaler is currently in the middle of a dispute with the Coca-Cola Co.
Savvy Interview: Why You Should Ask For More at Work
I had the fortunate opportunity to speak with Linda Babcock, a Professor of Economics at Carnegie Mellon University and an expert on women and negotiation. Her most recent book, Ask For It, explores the reasons why negotiating is necessary and how to go about asking for more. She was a pleasure to interview, so intelligent and good humored, with an arsenal of interesting observations and tips.
I'm Asking: Have You Ever Quit During Salary Negotiations?
Last night Paula Abdul announced on her Twitter that she won't be returning to American Idol next season. Paula hasn't given a reason, but it's rumored that she was making $5 to $8 million per season and wanted more . .
Ask Savvy: How to Negotiate the Cost of Rent
Dear Savvy,
After three years as a coordinator, I finally earned a promotion to manager. With the promotion comes a raise, and thus the opportunity to secure full financial independence from my parents.
Although my dream is to put a down-payment on a house in four years and I know I could save more if I continued to live with my parents (no rent, no groceries), I am eager to try living on my own.
An Expert's Golden Rules For Negotiating
Earlier I shared with you most of my interview with Linda Babcock, professor of economics and author of Ask For It. We talked about how important it is for women to learn to ask for more at work, but there are certain points you should keep in mind before going into a negotiation.
SavvySugar: What are your top tips for women entering a negotiation, your golden rules for going into a meeting?
First Couple Had to Negotiate Their Roles in Marriage
Last night, President Obama spoke to NBC about how he and Michelle had a discussion about gender roles and marriage once they had kids. He explained:
"Michelle was trying to figure out, OK, if the kids get sick why is it that she's the one who has to take time off of her job to go pick them up from school, as opposed to me? What I tried to do was to learn to be thoughtful enough and introspective enough that I wasn't always having to be told that things were unfair."
Justin Gears Up For a Beary Good Time
Justin Timberlake joined friends for a round of golf in LA yesterday afternoon. He's enjoying some downtime after dealing with some recent stalker drama and before he gets down to work on The Social Network, which started filming this week in Maryland. JT might have another movie project coming down the pipeline — he's apparently negotiating for a role in an upcoming animated Yogi Bear flick that's also set to star Anna Faris and Dan Aykroyd.
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