Day: November 12, 2010

Statement by Defense Department Press Secretary Geoff Morrell on CRWG Report Leaks

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010.  “Secretary Gates is very concerned and extremely disappointed that unnamed sources within the Department of Defense have selectively revealed aspects of the draft findings of the Comprehensive Review Working Group, presumably to shape perceptions of the report prior to its release. “The Secretary launched this review[Read More…]

With Deadlock Broken, Secretary General Ban Calls for Swift Formation of Iraqi Government

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–12 November 2010 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today welcomed the “major step forward” taken with the agreement reached after months of deadlock on the formation of a new Iraqi government, and called on the country’s leaders to swiftly conclude the process. “He commends all political parties and their leaders[Read More…]

DanceArt Celebrates 10th Anniversary at GSU

University Park, IL–(ENEWSPF)– The mission of DanceArt is to bring high quality, inclusive dance education to children in the Chicago region, who would otherwise not experience the world of dance: its history, discipline, performance, and appreciation. Their dedication to serving the underserved and their commitment to providing accessible arts education[Read More…]

Army Veteran Cornelius Olszewski

A Salute To One Veteran: Cornelius Olszewski

Army Veteran Cornelius Olszewski. (Photo: Annie Olszewski English) Commentary My cousin Annie Olszewski English, whom I have never met but correspond with frequently now thanks to email and Facebook, sent a link to family. Her father, 84-year-old Army Veteran Cornelius Olszewski, can still fit into his uniform from his days[Read More…]

Buick and Cadillac Safety Recall

Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—November 12, 2010. General Motors announced it is recalling certain model year 2010 – 2011 DTS and Buick Lucerne vehicles equipped with V8 engines. The starter or alternator cable is in contact with the power steering return line. If either the starter or alternator cable is contacting the power[Read More…]

Giant Recalls Anthem X 29er Bicycles Due to Fall Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]

Pottery Barn Recalls Lamps Due to Shock Hazard

WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010.  The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]

Haiti: UN Launches $164 Million Appeal to Fight Deadly Cholera Outbreak

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–12 November 2010 – United Nations agencies and their partners today appealed for $164 million to support Haiti’s efforts to fight the deadly cholera outbreak that has already claimed several hundred lives in the small Caribbean nation. The funds sought for the Cholera Inter-Sector Response Strategy for Haiti launched[Read More…]

Medical Marijuana Patient Fired by Wal-Mart Gets First Day in Court

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 12, 2010.  Today a federal judge in Michigan will begin hearing arguments in a lawsuit filed on behalf of Joseph Casias, the legal medical marijuana patient who was wrongfully terminated by a Battle Creek Wal-Mart because he tested positive for marijuana during a drug screen. Casias, 30, is[Read More…]

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