By Eric Kelderman - July 5, 2006

In Illinois and Iowa, motorists can get tickets for not wearing seat belts. In Connecticut, they are prohibited from talking on cell phones. And in New Hampshire, motorists can be fined if they are involved in an accident while applying makeup or eating.

1. Definitely a Pollution Solution
Hybrid cars combine a gasoline engine with a battery-powered electric motor. They have been on the market in the US since 1999.

by Janet Paskin (May 2006 Money)

Between your cell phone and home phone, your long- distance carrier and internet provider, you face a stack of telecom bills every month.  Are you getting the best deal you can? Probably not.  Could you save by dealing with fewer companies?  Maybe.  Take a deep breath, gather your bills and look for these four signs that you're paying too much.

Many people find out too late they are at risk for flooding, and even worse, that their property insurance does not cover flood damage. In fact, according to the National Flood Insurance Program, flooding occurs in every state and 25% of all floods occur in low-to-moderate risk areas.