MAINE–(ENEWSPF)–February 3, 2012. For nearly two decades the New England Grows trade show has been among our favorite annual dates on the calendar. For me, it’s where I cut my proverbial teeth in the horticulture industry, first as a landscaper, then as a publisher and television host and in recent[Read More…]
Day: February 3, 2012
NATO Defence Ministers Discuss Security Situation in Northern Kosovo
BELGIUM–(ENEWSPF)–3 February 2012. NATO Defence Ministers today reviewed the security situation in the northern part of Kosovo which experienced an increase in violence in 2011. Allies were joined by Ministers from non-NATO troop contributors and a representative of the European Union. Against the backdrop of a volatile, but for the[Read More…]
NATO Reaffirms Commitment to 2014 Lisbon Goal in Afghanistan
BELGIUM–(ENEWSPF)–3 February 2012. Defence Ministers of the 50 NATO and ISAF nations met today to review the security situation in Afghanistan and discuss NATO’s enduring commitment to Afghanistan. Ministers agreed that the process of transition to Afghan security lead is on track. They also reaffirmed the shared goal for Afghan[Read More…]
‘Goldilocks’ Gene Could Determine Best Treatment for TB patients
UNITED KINGDOM–(ENEWSPF)–3 February 2012. Tuberculosis patients may receive treatments in the future according to what version they have of a single ‘Goldilocks’ gene, says an international research team from Oxford University, King’s College London, Vietnam and the USA. This is one of the first examples in infectious disease of where[Read More…]
Center for American Progress: Putting a Freeze on Arctic Ocean Drilling Until Adequate Safeguards Adopted
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–February 3, 2012. Two years ago this month, the Deepwater Horizon drilling rig began drilling on the Macondo Prospect, an operation that would result in one of the worst environmental disasters in U.S. history. Now, as we contemplate exploratory drilling in the Arctic, the Center for American Progress released[Read More…]
IL Health Department Promotes Good Oral Health During National Children’s Dental Health Month
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—February 3, 2012. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) encourages parents and caregivers of youngsters to plan dental visits and discuss the importance of good oral health during National Children’s Dental Health Month in February. Designed to get parents, caregivers and children excited about making good oral health part[Read More…]
Statement by AFL-CIO President Richard Trumka on January 2012 Jobs Report
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 3, 2012. We welcome today’s positive signals that the economy is beginning to turn the corner towards a robust recovery. Now we need to make sure current policies support that recovery and don’t choke it off. For the 16th month in a row, the economy added jobs, bringing[Read More…]
Mars Express Reveals Wind-blown Deposits on Mars
Part of Syrtis Major EU–(ENEWSPF)–3 February 2012. New images from ESA’s Mars Express show the Syrtis Major region on Mars. Once thought to be a sea of water, the region is now known to be a volcanic province dating back billions of years. Syrtis Major can be spotted from Earth[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, February 3, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–February 3, 2012. White House, Alliance for Retired Americans to Host Twitter Q&A on Senior Issues Do you want to know more about the Affordable Care Act and dispel the myths about it? Want to ask administration officials about strengthening Social Security and Medicare for you, your kids and[Read More…]
Bumbleride Recalls Indie & Indie Twin Strollers Due to Fall Hazard
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–February 3, 2012. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canada, 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[Read More…]