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Not sure whether I should be proud that California is actually attempting to go down the path of becoming more frugal or ashamed that the state is in such a bad shape. In case you are interested in things like dental chairs from prison, make sure you check it out on Friday August 28th and August 29th.

The spoof fact is very funny though .

I just saw this video on MSNBC regarding a new rebate program that is coming out from our government. With the end of cash for clunkers, I guess i it is time to start another rebate program. How about cash for appliances? Based on the video, there are talking of rebates of $50 to $200 for buying a new refrigerator, dishwasher, or washing machine.

No wonder the government is projecting 9 trillion dollars of debt for the next 10 years.

I would definitely classify this one as shameless self promotion.  In an attempt to get more people to join the latest Lockerz program (read my review here).  (disclaimer: I like to be part of the z-list which requires referring 20 people to join the program).

I will offer 500 Entrecard credit to any Entrecard users who join under me.  Leave me an email and your Entrecard account name if you genuinely find Lockerz an interesting program.  I would like my readers to enjoy the programs that I recommend.  After my invitation has been accepted, I will transfer 500 Entrecard credit.  Hope you will enjoy the Lockerz program in addition to receive free Entrecard credit!

If you are an Entrecard user, you have no doubt visited one of Corny’s blogs.  (Cornymans Moneypage, All about babies and kids, Cornymans Blogreviews, and The one Minute Guide).  He is currently planning a contest that will be hold in September and his is looking for sponsors.  Here are a list of current participants and prizes that are current being offered.  Some of the prizes include Entrecard credit, cash prizes and advertise space.

The biggest benefit of sponsoring for the contest is you can win gain a lot of free traffic within the Entrecard world.  If you have extra Entrecard credits, make sure you sponsor for this event!

Recently I received a lot of buzz regarding a program/website called Lockerz from online friends. Lockerz is an online site that allows you to earn points (PTZ) for online activities such as buying things, discover new music, play games, hang out with your friends.

The main buzz comes from its reward. According to its website:
You get 2 PTZ for sign up, ~ 20 to 30 PTZ for catching the falling PTZ flash game. Everyday forward you will receive 2 PTZ for login and 2 PTZ for answer the Dailies question.

Some of the prizes include:
150 PTZ for an iPod
600 PTZ for an ipod touch
3000 PTZ for 42” HDTV

and many more

If you use the website everyday you will earn at least 4 PTZ, which will take 38 days to get an ipod.  The reward is very generous and I have a feeling it will scale down once it gains traction.  Some of people on Lockerz’s Facebook fan page likes the program better than Swagbucks. As of now, I can’t say whether it is better than Swagbucks but if they do hold up to their promises, it will be a much rewarding program.

Currently Lockerz is in beta mode and membership is by invite only. Drop me a line in the comments if you like to try out the program.

Update (Feb 2010): After attempting to redeem a prize from Lockerz for the past couple months, I have all but given up.  If you like to earn extra cash on the side, I would recommend checking up InstantCashSweepStakes.  Their payout is small but it adds up quickly.  Lockerz, on the other hand, has grand promises that are much harder to fulfill.

If you are looking for daily savings, be sure to check out Groupon for daily local deals from 50% ~ 90% off!

Organic food has become popular in the past couple years even with its steep price in comparison to non organic produce.  However, with everyone strapping for cash these days, one of the ways to save money is to buy less organic food (that is if you are buying in the first place).

FoodNews.org has come up with a shopping guide that lists produces that contains a lot of pesticides vs those doesn’t.  The idea is you can cut your cost by simply purchase those “dirty” produce organic while shop in the usual manner for the “clean ones”.

The list surprised me as I expect strawberries to be #1 on worst list.  I have heard so many horror stories regarding strawberries.  On the other hand, I would expect apple to be clean since if you peel an apple, there shouldn’t be much pesticide left.  Either way, you can look over this list and do more research.  The less organic you buy, the fatter your wallet is.

Microsoft is offering free copy of Windows7 to IT professionals during the live launch around the country.  The live launch will start in Atlanta on September 28th and end at Washington in November 4th.  There are 25 cities in total.  Check to see whether there is a live launch closest to the city nearest you!

Here is one that is more for the ladies. I came across this website called Lily Allen Remixed where it is offering remixed version of Lily Allen’s songs. I listened to a couple and I have to say it is not bad!

I have always been a Japanese Manga fan every since I was a little kid.  From the earlier days of Doraemon to Slam Dunk and to Naruto these days.  One Manga is one of the websites that translates the Manga a few hours later from Japan.

Personally I don’t mind purchasing Manga but I was always torn by how slow some of the translations can be.  The same Manga might take years before it is actually translated and available in English.  Now with the internet, reading Manga is no longer as difficult as it was in the past.  Lastly, remember to support the artist you like by purchasing your own copy!