KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–May 16, 2013 – An Afghan and coalition security force killed a senior Taliban leader, Shah Gul, during an operation in Chimtal district, Balkh province, yesterday. Gul had operational control over a group of fighters responsible for numerous attacks against Afghan and coalition forces. He was involved in kidnapping[Read More…]
Year: 2013
Department of Defense Press Briefing with Maj. Gen. Thomas from the Pentagon, May 15, 2013
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—May 15, 2013. CMDR Bill Speaks: Good morning here in the briefing room and good evening in Kabul, Afghanistan. I’d like to welcome Major General Tony Thomas to the Pentagon Briefing Room. Major General Thomas is the commanding general of the Special Operations Joint Task Force Afghanistan, NATO Special[Read More…]
Marine Missing from Vietnam War to be Buried with Crew
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 14, 2013. The Department of Defense POW/Missing Personnel Office announced today that the remains of a serviceman, missing from the Vietnam War, was recently accounted for and will be buried along with the 12 other servicemen who were lost in the same crash. Marine Corps Pfc. Daniel A.[Read More…]
Attorney General Eric Holder Testifies Before the House Committee on the Judiciary, May 15, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 15, 2013. Good afternoon, Chairman Goodlatte; Ranking Member Conyers. I appreciate this opportunity to appear before you today to discuss the Justice Department’s recent achievements and to provide an overview of our top priorities. Particularly in recent years, the Department has taken critical steps to prevent and combat[Read More…]
White House Press Briefing by Jay Carney, May 15, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 15, 2013 – 1:26 P.M. EDT MR. CARNEY: Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen. I want to thank you for being here today. I’ve often been asked and seen some comments about what it’s like to be up here, having been over there on the firing line,[Read More…]
COUPONS: Lucky Chinese Restaurant Open in Park Forest
ADVERTISEMENT Lucky Chinese Restaurant is open at 347 Liberty Dr., Park Forest, IL. Click above for coupons. (PHOTO: ENEWSPF) Park Forest, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Lucky Chinese Restaurant is now open at 347 Liberty Drive in Park Forest. The menu features a full selection of Chinese food, including combination platters and lunch specials.[Read More…]
SSC Bulldogs Baseball Advances to District Tournament
The 2013 SSC Bulldogs Baseball team. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) South Holland, IL-(ENEWSPF)- The South Suburban College Baseball Team defeated Triton College 21-12 on Saturday to claim the Division I Region IV Championship. With the win, the Bulldogs improved their record to 31-23 on the season. This marks the Bulldogs third straight[Read More…]
Prairie State College Offers New Course: ‘Successful Gardening: From Seedling to Harvest’
CHICAGO HEIGHTS—(ENEWSPF)—May 13, 2013. Are you someone that wants to try their hands at gardening, but have no idea where to begin? Prairie State College (PSC) will be offering a new hands-on class, ‘Successful Gardening: From Seedling to Harvest’ that will teach you how to develop and maintain a[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Jen Psaki, May 13, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 13, 2013. Index for Today’s Briefing SYRIA Secretary’s Calls / Geneva Meeting / Participants Car Bombings in Turkey Escalated Humanitarian Assistance and Nonlethal Aid Chemical Weapons Investigation Russian Arms Sales PAKISTAN Elections / Secretary’s Call to Mr. Sharif Reports of Irregularities PHILIPPINES/TAIWAN Death of Taiwanese Fishing Boat Master[Read More…]
White House Press Gaggle by Jay Carney, May 13, 2013
En Route New York, New York–(ENEWSPF)–May 13, 2013 – 2:34 P.M. EDT MR. CARNEY: Thanks for joining us on this quick trip to New York City. You heard, obviously, the President today in his press conference with the Prime Minister. So I hope that you found that helpful and useful,[Read More…]
