Michigan Consumers Likely to Benefit from Increased Health Insurance Competition WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2013. The Department of Justice yesterday filed a motion to dismiss its antitrust lawsuit against Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) after the state of Michigan passed a law that prohibits health insurers from using most favored[Read More…]
Year: 2013
NOW Calls on Supreme Court to Reject Bigotry, Recognize Fundamental Right of Same-Sex Couples to Marry
Statement of NOW President Terry O’Neill Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2013. As the Supreme Court hears arguments today and tomorrow in two pivotal marriage equality cases, it is important to recognize the evolution that has taken place in the United States on this issue. NOW began its work for lesbian rights[Read More…]
Bed Bugs Display Multiple Layers of Resistance to Pesticides
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2013. Scientists are learning more about the mechanisms bed bugs have developed to increase their resistance to the increasingly common class of pyrethriod pesticides. The study, published in the journal Scientific Reports in early March, adds further weight to calls from consumer health and environmental groups to[Read More…]
ISAF Joint Command Operational Update, March 26, 2013
KABUL, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–March 26, 2013 – An Afghan and coalition security force arrested a Taliban leader and detained one other insurgent during an operation in Shah Wali Kot district, Kandahar province, today. The leader is accused of ordering assassinations against members of the Government of the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan, coordinating[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Patrick Ventrell, March 25, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. Index for Today’s Briefing FRANCE President Hollande’s Statement on the Death of Abu Zeid SYRIA Syrian Opposition Coalition / Moaz al-Khatib’s Announcement / Arab League U.S. Aid and Assistance / UN Role Issue of Chemical Weapons / UN Investigation Constant Contact with Wide Range of Syrians[Read More…]
Robin Kelly Endorses Rich Township High School District 227 Board President Betty Owens
Matteson, IL-(ENEWSPF)- Current Rich Township High School District 227 School Board President Betty Owens received a staunch boost in her re-election campaign from former state Representative Robin Kelly. Kelly recently made headlines for her defeat of former U.S. Representative Debbie Halvorson in the Democratic race to replace Jesse Jackson Jr.[Read More…]
To The Editor: Re-elect Betty J. Owens to the 227 School Board
To The Editor: Rich Township High School District 227 is very near and dear to my heart. I have spent many years there—first as a student and then as a long-time board member, so it should come as no surprise I wish to weigh in the important school board election[Read More…]
For Park Forest Village Trustee: Robert McCray, Jonathan Vanderbilt, Theresa M. Settles
Jonathan Vanderbilt (right) "will bring a unique perspective and fresh ideas to the Board." (ENEWSPF) Commentary By Rosemary Piser Associate Editor Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 25, 2013. On April 9th, Park Forest residents will have the opportunity to elect three Trustees to the Village Board. Park Forest, like many communities, is[Read More…]
Readout of Secretary of Defense Hagel’s Call with Russian Minister of Defense Sergey Shoygu
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. Pentagon Press Secretary George Little provided the following readout: “Russian Minister of Defense Sergey Shoygu called Secretary Hagel today to congratulate him on his recent appointment as secretary of defense. During the call, the two defense leaders also took the opportunity to discuss a variety of[Read More…]
Remarks by Secretary of State Kerry With President Hamid Karzai After Their Meeting
Kabul, Afghanistan–(ENEWSPF)–March 25, 2013. PRESIDENT KARZAI: (Via interpreter) In the name of God, the most merciful, the most compassionate, dear media members both Afghan and foreign, welcome to our press conference today. We are here to be a very and most welcome His Excellency Secretary Kerry to come to Afghanistan.[Read More…]
