Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 11, 2010. On behalf of the American people, I send my best wishes to all those who celebrate the 112th Anniversary of Philippine Independence Day – here in America, in the Philippines, and around the world.  Our two countries share a common history and values, and we continue[Read More…]

WASHINGTON—(ENEWSPF)—June 10, 2010. Under the direction of National Incident Commander Admiral Thad Allen, the Flow Rate Technical Group (FRTG), which is led by United States Geological Survey Director Dr. Marcia McNutt, and a scientific team led by Energy Secretary Steven Chu are analyzing new data and bringing together several scientific[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 10, 2010 – 1:38 P.M. EDT Q Well. MR. GIBBS: Come on, it’s like 90 today, isn’t it? Q It’s like you’re late, is what it is. MR. GIBBS: It’s what? Q It’s like you’re late. MR. GIBBS: Well, that’s not a — that’s not anything new, though.[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—June 10, 2010. Today, National Incident Commander Admiral Thad Allen sent a letter to BP Chairman of the Board Carl-Henric Svanberg inviting him to meet with the President and other senior officials responding to the BP oil spill. Click HERE to view the letter Source: whitehouse.gov

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 10, 2010. Throughout our history, American women have played a vital role in the growth and vitality of our Nation’s economy.  They have tirelessly balanced responsibilities to work, family, and community, strengthening our economic leadership and enriching our national life.  Today, there are more women in America’s workforce[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 10, 2010. Two hundred years ago, King Kamehameha the Great brought the Hawaiian Islands together under a unified government.  His courage and leadership earned him a legacy as the “Napoleon of the Pacific,” and today his humanity is preserved in Ke Kanawai Mamalahoe, or “the Law of the[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 10, 2010. I commend the Senate for rejecting the resolution put forward by Senator Murkowski, which would have increased our dependence on oil by blocking efforts to cut the harmful pollution that contributes to climate change. Today’s vote is yet another reminder of the urgent need to pass[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 10, 2010. INDEX: DEPARTMENT Secretary Clinton is in Barbados today/Emphasizes the important strategic partnership between the United States and the Caribbean Special Advisor Robert Einhorn will serve as the U.S. Coordinator for sanctions against Iran and North Korea Secretary Clinton issued a statement congratulating Filipino President-elect Benigno Aquino[Read More…]

Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 10, 2010. SEASONALLY ADJUSTED DATA In the week ending June 5, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 456,000, a decrease of 3,000 from the previous week’s revised figure of 459,000. The 4-week moving average was 463,000, an increase of 2,500 from the previous week’s revised[Read More…]

NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–10 June 2010 – The top United Nations official in Afghanistan has condemned last night’s attack on a wedding party in the southern province of Kandahar, which reportedly killed around 40 people and wounded at least 70 more. “I am shocked and deeply saddened at the loss of life[Read More…]