WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013. A NASA-led modeling study provides new evidence that global warming may increase the risk for extreme rainfall and drought. The study shows for the first time how rising carbon dioxide concentrations could affect the entire range of rainfall types on Earth. Analysis of computer simulations from 14[Read More…]
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Nationwide GE Labeling Bill Introduced into both Chambers of Congress
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 6, 2013. On Wednesday April 24, Senator Barbra Boxer (D-CA) and Representative Peter Defazio (D-OR) introduced companion legislation that would require the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to “clearly label” all genetically engineered (GE) whole and processed foods, including fish and other seafood. The bills, the Genetically Engineered[Read More…]
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Older Americans Month 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. This May, we mark the 50th anniversary of Older Americans Month. Ever since President Kennedy declared the first celebration in 1963, we have honored the contributions seniors make to our communities and have celebrated their rich years and experiences. This year’s theme, “Unleash the Power of[Read More…]
Interior Applauds Next Step in Deepwater Horizon Natural Resources Trustees-BP Agreement for $600 Million in Gulf Restoration Projects
Gulf Islands National Seashore and Breton National Wildlife Refuge are two of 28 proposed projects to receive important restoration funding WASHINGTON, DC –(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. The Deepwater Horizon Oil Spill Natural Resource Damage Assessment Trustees (Trustees) and BP have reached a preliminary agreement identifying over $600 million in post-oil spill[Read More…]
Prime Minister David Cameron Joins Sir Ka-shing Li for Launch of £90m Initiative in Big Data and Drug Discovery at Oxford University
‘Big data’ to revolutionise healthcare Radical boost for drug discovery UK–(ENEWSPF)–03 May 2013. The Prime Minister, David Cameron, was at Oxford University today to mark the launch of a centre that will put the UK at the forefront of revolutionising healthcare through ‘big data’ and better drug discovery. The new[Read More…]
EPA to Award Over a Half Billion in Funding to Areas Impacted by Hurricane Sandy in New Jersey and New York
Funding will Help Upgrade Wastewater and Drinking Water Facilities Damaged by Sandy WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–May 3, 2013. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) yesterday announced that it will provide grants of $340 million to the state of New York and $229 million to the state of New Jersey for improvements to wastewater[Read More…]
NIH Study Uses Botox to Find New Wrinkle in Brain Communication
Results support new view of molecules important for most nerve cell signaling Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–May 2, 2013. National Institutes of Health researchers used the popular anti-wrinkle agent Botox to discover a new and important role for a group of molecules that nerve cells use to quickly send messages. This novel role[Read More…]
HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius on Mental Health Month 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–May 2, 2013. Mental Health Month was established in 1949 to help bring attention to the importance mental health plays in Americans’ lives. The observance provides an opportunity to look back at how far we’ve come, while looking forward to the work that still remains. Just over 50 years[Read More…]
African-American Citizens Sue City of Rochelle, Georgia Over Decades of Sewage Dumping
Raw sewage flows into their homes and yards Tallahassee, FL –(ENEWSPF)–May 2, 2013. In Rochelle, Georgia, a town that recently made national news for its racially segregated prom, a group of African-American citizens is suing their city government for discharging the city’s raw sewage onto their properties. Nine residents[Read More…]
Fracking Ban Stands in New York Town; Victory for Local Communities
In case pitting community rights against the oil and gas industry, industry loses yet again Albany, NY–(ENEWSPF)–May 2, 2013. Local residents and elected leaders in Dryden, N.Y. are celebrating victory today in a closely watched case over local fracking bans. A state appeals court ruled in favor of the towns[Read More…]
