NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–5 May 2011. The United Nations peacekeeping mission in Haiti will continue supporting all efforts to combat the spread of cholera in the Caribbean country, cautioning today that the forthcoming rainy season could pose fresh challenges because of the risk of contamination of water sources. “The rainy season is[Read More…]
Day: May 5, 2011
Leaders Honor 9/11 Victims at Ground Zero, Pentagon
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 2011 – Four days after announcing the killing of al-Qaida leader and 9/11 attack mastermind Osama bin Laden, top administration officials remembered those killed in the attacks with ceremonies today at ground zero in New York City and at the Pentagon here. “What happened on Sunday — because[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama at Cinco de Mayo Reception
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 2011 – 6:21 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Gracias, gracias. (Applause.) AUDIENCE: USA! USA! USA! THE PRESIDENT: Thank you. Gracias. Buenas noches. (Applause.) Bienvenidos. Welcome to the Cinco de Mayo at the White House. (Applause.) Nothing ruins a good fiesta like a long speech from a politician. (Laughter.) [Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Mark C. Toner, May 5, 2011
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 2011. Index for Today’s Briefing SUDAN U.S. Concerns about the Situation in Abyei PAKISTAN U.S. Military Contingent Is in Pakistan at Pakistan’s Invitation / Not Aware of a Formal Request to Reduce Military Personnel Raised Concerns with Government of Pakistan / Awaiting Response / Counterterrorism Cooperation[Read More…]
Presidential Proclamation–Military Spouse Appreciation Day
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 2011. Military spouses serve as steady and supportive partners to the heroes in uniform who protect and defend our great Nation every day. Across America and around the world, military spouses serve our country in their own special way, helping families and friends through the stress of[Read More…]
Security Council Resolutions Must Remain Basis for Action on Libya – UN Chief
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–5 May 2011. Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today stressed that the resolutions adopted by the Security Council in response to the Libya crisis – which is now in its third month – must remain the basis of international action as well as any ceasefire agreement between the Government and rebels. In[Read More…]
Sierra Club: Shill, Baby, Shill – House Blocks Attempts to End Oil Subsidies and Rewards Big Oil with More Drilling
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 2011. Today the U.S. House of Representatives rewards Big Oil with more access to drill in our waters and less oversight and accountability. House Leadership also sweetened the deal for Big Oil, blocking a vote to end billions of dollars in government tax breaks for the industry.[Read More…]
G.A. Gertmenian and Sons Recalls Toy Story 3 Bowling Game Due to Violation of Lead Paint Standard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 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…]
Kohler Recalls Engines Sold with Husqvarna, Cub Cadet, and Troy-Bilt Riding Lawn Tractors
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 5, 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…]
NATO Secretary General Rasmussen: ‘NATO Will Up Military Pressure While Political Efforts are Stepped Up”
ROME–(ENEWSPF)–5 May 2011. After the first meeting in Doha, the Contact group on Libya gathered today in Rome. It brought together 22 Foreign Ministers and representatives of NATO and other key international and regional organisations under the co-chairmanship of Italy and the State of Qatar. Participants pledged to intensify the[Read More…]
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