Artist’s impression of an active galaxy EU–(ENEWSPF)–27 June 2014. ESA has selected the Athena advanced telescope for high-energy astrophysics as its second ‘Large-class’ science mission. The observatory will study the hot and energetic Universe and takes the ‘L2’ slot in ESA’s Cosmic Vision 2015–25 plan, with a launch foreseen in[Read More…]
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Roundup Resistance Spurs Texas Push for Emergency Use of Controversial Herbicide on GE Cotton
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 27, 2014. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is considering a request by Texas regulators to allow the use of a controversial herbicide, propazine, to battle Palmer amaranth, a glyphosate-resistant “super weed” that has been plaguing growers of genetically engineered (GE) herbicide-tolerant cotton in the state. Propazine, an active[Read More…]
EPA Proposes Approval of New Climate-Friendly Refrigerants
Proposal supports president’s Climate Action Plan by curbing emissions of potent greenhouse gases WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–June 27, 2014. In support of President Obama’s Climate Action Plan, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing to increase the options for refrigerants in the United States that offer better climate protection without harming the[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on the Passing of Howard Baker
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—June 26, 2014 Michelle and I were saddened to hear about the passing of Howard Baker. Howard was many things over the course of his career – from Senate Majority Leader, to White House Chief of Staff, to Ambassador. Yet, it was his ability to broker compromise and his[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama in Town Hall, June 26, 2014
Minneapolis, Minnesota–(ENEWSPF)–June 26, 2014 – 2:24 P.M. CDT THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Minneapolis! (Applause.) Good to see you. Good to see you. Everybody have a seat. It is good to be back in Minnesota. (Applause.) Last time I was here it was colder. (Laughter.) Here’s just a tip for folks who[Read More…]
White House Press Gaggle by Josh Earnest Aboard Air Force One, June 26, 2014
En Route Minneapolis, Minnesota–(ENEWSPF)–June 26, 2014 – 11:55 A.M. EDT MR. EARNEST: Good afternoon, everybody. I know we have a couple of Minnesotans on board, so I know there’s particular excitement back here about our ultimate destination this afternoon. Welcome aboard Air Force One as we make our way to[Read More…]
Summer Safari: Adventures on Thorn Creek Begins July 22
Registration and payment required by Monday, July 14 Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 26, 2014. Hiking, stream-stomping and bug catching are a few of the key ingredients that make summer exploration camp a great way to learn and have fun! Our three-day Summer Safari: Adventures in Thorn Creek program offers children ages[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Marine Casualty, June 26, 2014
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—June 26, 2014. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a Marine who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Sgt. Thomas Z. Spitzer, 23, of New Braunfels, Texas, died June 25 while conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. He was assigned to 1st Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment,[Read More…]
Senators Wyden, Merkley Highlight NTSB’s Call for Expanded Oil Trains Transparency
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 26, 2014. First responders need more timely and detailed information about crude-by-rail trains in order to better protect communities, according to a letter from the National Transportation Board released today by Oregon Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley. The senators urged Department of Transportation Secretary Anthony Foxx to use[Read More…]
Bipartisan Group of 14 Senators Calls for Senate Vote to Reform Wildfire Funding
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 26, 2014. Sens. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, and 12 Senate cosponsors pressed Senate leadership to allow a full Senate vote on their bipartisan bill to fix the broken system for funding wildfire suppression. In a letter to Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid, D- Nev., and Senate[Read More…]
