Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011 – 1:52 P.M. EDT MR. CARNEY: Good afternoon, everyone. I, again, apologize for the delay. I am waiting for my first slow news day on this job. It is not today. It is a news day — that’s for sure. I have a couple of things[Read More…]
Day: March 16, 2011
Readout of Vice President Biden’s Meeting on Iraq
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. The Vice President chaired a monthly Cabinet-level meeting today to discuss the current political, economic, and security situation in Iraq. Attendees included Secretary of Defense Robert Gates, Secretary of Transportation Ray LaHood, Director of the Office of Management and Budget Jacob Lew, Director of the[Read More…]
Assault on Benghazi Would Endanger Masses of Libyan Civilians, Ban Warns
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–16 March 2011 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today called on Libyan leader Colonel Muammar Al-Qadhafi’s Government to cease hostilities immediately, warning that a potential assault on the rebel-held city of Benghazi could endanger huge numbers of civilians. “Those responsible for the continuous use of military forces against civilians will[Read More…]
Girls’ Jeans for Toddlers Recalled by Parigi Due to Choking Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. 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…]
Pogo Sticks Recalled by Bravo Sports Due to Risk of Serious Injury
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. 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…]
Two Tropical Cyclone Names Retired from List of Atlantic Storms
Washington, D.C>–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. Hurricane Igor as it strikes Newfoundland on September 21. (Credit: NOAA) Two tropical cyclone names in the Atlantic were retired from the official name rotation by the World Meteorological Organization’s hurricane committee because of the deaths and damage they caused in 2010. The committee issues the list[Read More…]
NOAA Administrator Unveils Arctic Plan During Aspen Speech
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. NOAA explained today how it will concentrate scientific, service, and stewardship efforts in the Arctic when it released its first ever Arctic Vision and Strategy. Jane Lubchenco, Ph.D., under secretary of commerce for oceans and atmosphere and NOAA administrator, made the announcement during a keynote address[Read More…]
Secretary of State Clinton’s Interview With of Andrea Mitchell of NBC, March 16, 2011
Cairo, Egypt–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. QUESTION: Thank you, Madam Secretary. I wanted to talk first about Japan. The scale of this catastrophe is so enormous, and it’s inevitably going to affect nuclear policy. It already is. Germany is shutting down plants. What does this mean for the future of the[Read More…]
Illinois Firefighter Memorial Foundation Supports Loved Ones of Fallen Firefighters
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. The Illinois Firefighter Memorial Foundation, administered through the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM), supports educational opportunities for the children and spouses of firefighters who lost their lives in the line of duty. “We know we can never replace the lost parent or spouse, but[Read More…]
Illinois Arts Council Announces Poetry Out Loud State Champion
ILLINOIS–(ENEWSPF)–March 16, 2011. Illinois’ 2010-2011 Poetry Out Loud State Finals took place Friday, March 11, 2011 in Springfield’s Hoogland Center for the Arts. The Illinois Arts Council is pleased to announce that Morgan Joyce Williams, a senior at Springfield High School, has been named State Champion. Williams recited “What Work[Read More…]
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