Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. Today the Department of Interior’s Bureau of Land Management issued their proposed rules for oil and gas development on federal lands. In response, Sierra Club’s Executive Director Michael Brune issued the following statement. “Secretary Salazar and the Department of the Interior have the chance to set[Read More…]
Day: May 4, 2012
Majority of College-age Kids Get Money From Parents to Pay Bills
ANN ARBOR, Mich.–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. More than 60 percent of young adults between the ages of 19 and 22 receive financial help from mom and dad, according to a new University of Michigan study. The average amount they receive—including help with college tuition, rent and transportation—is roughly $7,500 a year.[Read More…]
Mayor Emanuel and Alderman Pat Dowell Announce Success of Chicago’s Vacant Properties Ordinance
Greater Enforcement Since Ordinance Passed Allows City to Hire Additional Inspectors to Identify Vacant Properties and Amplify Pressure on Owners to Maintain the Safety of These Buildings CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. Mayor Emanuel and Alderman Pat Dowell today announced that due to the success of Chicago’s new vacant properties ordinance in[Read More…]
More Than $263,000 in Veterans Cash Lottery Proceeds to Help Eight Non-profits Support Illinois Veterans
Instant ticket responsible for more than $10 million in funds since 2006 SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. The Illinois Department of Veterans’ Affairs (IDVA) today announced $263,633 in grants from Veterans’ Cash scratch-off lottery ticket sales to help eight non-profits deliver specialized programs and services for Illinois’ veterans. “The Veterans Cash instant[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Mark C. Toner, May 4, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. Index for Today’s Briefing DEPARTMENT Foreign Affairs Day World Press Freedom Day / Sri Lankan Journalist Prageeth Ekneligoda CHINA Update on Chen Guangcheng Case Importance of Cooperation on Syria Readout of 4th Strategic and Economic Dialogue EGYPT Concerns of Ongoing Violence / Electoral Process PAKISTAN Secretary[Read More…]
Remarks by Secretary of State Clinton at the Strategic and Economic Dialogue U.S. Press Conference
Beijing, China–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. MS. NULAND: Thank you all for joining us this evening. As you know, the two Secretaries made statements a little bit earlier with their Chinese counterparts. So we’ll have four questions this evening – two from each side. And our first question goes to AP, Matt[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on College Affordability
Arlington, Virginia–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012 – 11:53 A.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Generals! (Applause.) Hello, Virginia! (Applause.) Well, let me first of all say, following Amirah is kind of tough. (Laughter.) She is really good. Give her a big round of applause for the great introduction. (Applause.) There are a couple of[Read More…]
Coordinated Global Action Crucial to Defeat Terrorism, Secretary General Ban Tells Security Council
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–4 May 2012. Stressing the need for an integrated response to terrorism, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today he hoped Member States will decide to create the position of a UN Counter-Terrorism Coordinator to promote better coordination, collaboration and cooperation among all players. “By working together – from strengthening law enforcement[Read More…]
FIGI’S INC. Issues Allergy Alert On Undeclared Almonds In Lemon Bar Bliss
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. Figi’s Inc, Marshfield, WI is recalling 51 units of the product Lemon Bar Bliss (1# tins), because it contains undeclared Almonds. Accordingly, individuals who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to tree nuts may be at risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they[Read More…]
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. Voluntarily Recalls Select Lots of Spinbrush® Rechargeable SONIC Toothbrushes
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 4, 2012. Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling Spinbrush® Rechargeable SONIC toothbrushes because the charging base may overheat with localized melting and sparking, possibly causing fire, shock or burns. The risk of these malfunctions appears to increase with the age of the product. To date,[Read More…]
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