Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2010. The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: BRP Ski-Doo® Snowmobiles Units:[Read More…]
Day: June 1, 2010
With Iraqi Poll Results Certified, UN Envoy Urges Formation of New Government
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–1 June 2010 – The top United Nations official in Iraq today welcomed the decision by the country’s highest court certifying the results of the parliamentary elections held nearly three months ago, and called on leaders to complete the formation of the new government at the earliest. In a[Read More…]
UN Peacekeepers Help with Rescue Efforts After Ship Sinks Off Liberian Coast
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–1 June 2010 – United Nations peacekeepers serving in Liberia have joined in search and rescue efforts off the coast of the West African country after a ship sank overnight, with many passengers reported missing. The UN Mission in Liberia (UNMIL) dispatched two helicopters this morning to help search[Read More…]
UN Security Council Calls for Prompt, Impartial Probe Into Deadly Gaza Convoy Incident
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–1 June 2010 – The Security Council today condemned the acts that led to the deaths of at least 10 civilians after the Israeli military yesterday intercepted a convoy of aid ships bound for Gaza, calling for a “prompt, impartial, credible and transparent investigation.” Dozens of others were also[Read More…]
Update on Gulf of Mexico Oil Spill, June 1, 2010
GULF COAST–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2010. BP today provided an update on developments in the response to the MC252 oil well incident in the Gulf of Mexico. This follows an announcement on May 29 to move to the next step in the subsea operations. Subsea Source Control and Containment Preparations are ongoing[Read More…]
Remarks by Attorney General Eric Holder on Gulf Oil Spill, June 1, 2010
Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2010. This morning, I surveyed just one small portion of the damage caused by what is now the largest oil spill in American history. I was briefed by Coast Guard officers involved in the massive response effort and also surveyed the famed Louisiana Delta, where the early[Read More…]
2010 Doors to Diplomacy Award Winners
Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2010. The Department of State is pleased to announce the selection of two winning websites for its 2010 Doors to Diplomacy Award, which is co-sponsored by Global SchoolNet. The awards recognize the web projects that best teach young people about the importance of international affairs and diplomacy.[Read More…]
Remarks by Secretary of State Clinton Re: Certification of the Iraqi Election Results
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2010. I welcome today’s action by the Iraqi Federal Supreme Court certifying the results of the national election. Voter turnout in the March 7th vote was strong across Iraq’s 18 provinces. Iraq’s electoral commission and security forces successfully organized and carried out a credible and competitive election.[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Signs Bill to Strengthen Illinois’ ‘Race to the Top’ Application
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 1, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today signed a bill into law that will strengthen Illinois’ application for federal ‘Race to the Top’ funds. Senate Bill 226, sponsored by Sen. Deanna Demuzio (D-Carlinville) and Rep. Mike Smith (D-Pekin), will revise the certification process for individuals who would like to become[Read More…]
ACLU Renews Call For Accountability At Start Of Torture Awareness Month
NEW YORK—(ENEWSPF)—June 1, 2010. The American Civil Liberties Union today renewed its call for the Obama administration to hold Bush-era government officials accountable for the torture and abuse of detainees in U.S. custody. Despite disavowing torture, the current administration continues to shield from civil liability, criminal investigation and public scrutiny[Read More…]