CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 20, 2011. Governor Pat Quinn today launched the Illinois Innovation Network (IIN) to give our entrepreneurs the resources needed to build and grow their businesses and create more jobs. The IIN, which includes business and educational leaders, is the first initiative created by the Governor’s Illinois Innovation Council, a[Read More…]
Author: Gary Kopycinski
Nuclear Energy Institute Report on Japan’s Nuclear Reactors, May 20, 2011 (1:30 PM EDT)
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–May 20, 2011 – UPDATE AS OF 1:30 P.M. EDT. Below is a round-up of noteworthy news that happened this week with regard to the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear plant and the U.S. nuclear industry’s response. Plant Status Tokyo Electric Power Co. (TEPCO) workers entered reactor buildings 2 and 3 Wednesday[Read More…]
FDA Approves New HIV Treatment
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 20, 2011. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved Edurant (rilpivirine) in combination with other antiretroviral drugs for the treatment of HIV-1 infection in adults who have never taken HIV therapy (treatment-naïve). Edurant belongs to a class of HIV drugs called non-nucleoside reverse transcriptase inhibitor (NNRTI).[Read More…]
United States Requests Seizure of Adulterated Cheese Products at Wisconsin Company
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 20, 2011. The United States Attorney’s Office, at the request of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, filed a verified complaint on May 13, 2011, requesting that the U.S. Marshals seize cheese products distributed by Brunkow Cheese of Wisconsin Inc., after FDA inspections found evidence of rodent[Read More…]
Secretary General Ban Emphasizes UN’s Role in Global Efforts on Nuclear Safety
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–20 May 2011. Stressing that the United Nations has a “clear role to play” in nuclear safety, Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon said today that he would present world leaders with ideas on disaster preparedness at the annual meeting of the General Assembly this September. Speaking at a video conference with the[Read More…]
UN Chief Welcomes President Obama’s Speech on Middle East and North Africa
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–20 May 2011. Welcoming United States President Barack Obama’s speech yesterday on recent developments in the Middle East and North Africa, Secretary-GeneralBan Ki-moon reiterated his own support for the aspirations of the region’s people for greater freedom and dignity and a better life. “The Secretary-General continues to call on[Read More…]
A Famous Royal Hat to Benefit UN Efforts to Assist Children in Need
The hat worn by Princess Beatrice NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–20 May 2011. The hat that launched a thousand headlines when it appeared at the British royal wedding last month is about to have an unexpected second life as a fundraiser for the work of the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The pale[Read More…]
Inhaled Cannabis Beneficial For Fibromyalgia Patients, Study Says
Barcelona, Spain–(ENEWSPF)–May 20, 2011. The use of cannabis is associated with beneficial effects on various symptoms of fibromyalgia, including the relief of pain and muscle stiffness, according to the results of an observational case-control study published online in the journal PLoS (Public Library of Science) ONE. Fibromyalgia is a chronic[Read More…]
Honda Recall of Certain Model Year 2012 Civic Vehicles
Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—May 20, 2011. Summary: Honda is recalling certain model year 2012 Civic 2-door and 4-door vehicles manufactured from April 21, 2011, through May 2, 2011. There is a possibility that an O-ring, which seals a connection in the fuel feed line is misaligned. If the O-ring is misaligned, a[Read More…]
Tips Sought on Orland Park Home Invasion Suspect
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–May 19, 2011. Cook County Sheriff’s Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a man who broke into a southwest suburban couple’s home and while he didn’t appear to have stolen anything, the family noted he behaved erratically. The incident happened around 3 a.m. Wednesday in the 16400[Read More…]
