MAINE–(ENEWSPF)–March 24, 2012. It has taken several years for science to catch up with common sense in the nonsense known as colony collapse disorder in bees. It was obvious to us more than five years ago that a class of pesticides known as neonicotines — imidacloprid, chothianidin and others —[Read More…]
Day: March 24, 2012
Using Facebook While Driving Is More Dangerous Than Marijuana
Almost Every Activity While Driving Is More Dangerous Than Driving After Cannabis Use OREGON–(ENEWSPF)–March 24, 2012. Research released by the Institute of Advanced Motorists in the UK suggests that driving after using marijuana is safer than having a conversation on your cellphone while driving, using a cellphone for social media[Read More…]
GM Recall of Certain Model Year 2012 Chevrolet Express and Suburban Vehicles and GMC Savana and Yukon XL Heavy Duty Vehicles
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—March 24, 2012. Summary: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2012 Chevrolet Express and Suburban vehicles, and GMC Savana and Yukon XL heavy duty vehicles. The steering gear pitman shaft may not have been adequately hardened and could fracture. Consequence: If this condition occurs, a loss of[Read More…]
Porsche Recall of Certain Model Year 2012 911 Carrera S Vehicles
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—March 24, 2012. Summary: Porsche is recalling certain model year 2012 911 Carrera S vehicles manufactured from October 26, 2011, through January 24, 2012. Interference between a coolant line and a fuel line may cause the fuel line to become disconnected at the quick connector. Consequence: If the fuel[Read More…]
WEEKLY ADDRESS: President Obama Says House Must Pass Bipartisan Transportation Bill
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 24, 2012. Hello. This week, I traveled across the country to talk about my all-of-the-above energy strategy for America – a strategy where we produce more oil and gas here at home, but also more biofuels and fuel-efficient cars; more solar power and wind power and other sources[Read More…]
Soldier Faces Criminal Charges
KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–Mar. 23, 2012 — Criminal charges under the Uniform Code of Military Justice were formally preferred today against U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Robert Bales. The charges allege that, on or about March 11, Bales did, with premeditation, murder 17 Afghan civilians and assaulted and attempted to murder six other civilians at or[Read More…]