NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–16 June 2014 – Reiterating his condemnation of what he called an upsurge of violence in Iraq at the hands of terrorist groups, most notably the Islamic State of Iraq and the Levant (ISIL), United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has called on all Iraqi leaders to work to curb[Read More…]
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NASA Hubble to Begin Search Beyond Pluto for a New Horizons Mission Target
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 16, 2014. After careful consideration and analysis, the Hubble Space Telescope Time Allocation Committee has recommended using Hubble to search for an object the Pluto-bound NASA New Horizons mission could visit after its flyby of Pluto in July 2015. This is an artist’s rendering of the New Horizons[Read More…]
50 Years After Freedom Summer, Report Shows that Communities of Color Can Shift the Balance of Power in ‘Black Belt’ States
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–June 16, 2014. Fifty years after Freedom Summer sparked a pivotal moment in the civil rights movement, a new report released today by the Center for American Progress, in conjunction with an event exploring the subject, examines how current demographic and political changes in heavily black southern states could[Read More…]
Pollinators More Important to Crop Yields than Fertilizers
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 16, 2014. As pollinator week begins, the critical importance of pollinators is exemplified in a recent study out of the University of California, Berkeley. Not only do pollinators help increase crop yields, they may be even more important than fertilizers, according to the study suggests. Ecologist Alexandra-Maria Klein, Ph.D. and[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces eBay Inc. to Expand in Illinois
Online Marketplace Giant to Add 360 Jobs in Chicago CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–June 16, 2014. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that global online marketplace leader eBay Inc. is expanding in Illinois and will create 360 new jobs in downtown Chicago. Today’s announcement is part of Governor Quinn’s agenda to create jobs and drive[Read More…]
U.S. State Dept. Updates Iraq Travel Warning, June 16, 2014
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–June 16, 2014. The Department of State warns U.S. citizens against all but essential travel to Iraq. Travel within Iraq remains dangerous given the security situation. On June 16, the Department of State began relocating some staff members from the Embassy to the Consulates General in Basrah and Erbil[Read More…]
Schnucks Bakery Recalls Devil’s Food Cakes Topped With Undeclared Pecans
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–June 16, 2014. Schnucks Bakery has issued a voluntary recall on Devil’s Food Cakes decorated with pecans. Anyone with a pecan allergy who consumed this product may be at risk for serious reaction. During an ingredient/label review, it was noted that although pecans were visible on top of[Read More…]
Statement from Pentagon Press Secretary Rear Adm. John Kirby on the USS Mesa Verde, June 16, 2014
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—June 16, 2014. “Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel ordered the amphibious transport dock ship USS Mesa Verde into the Arabian Gulf today. The ship has completed its transit through the Strait of Hormuz. It’s presence in the Gulf adds to that of other U.S. naval ships already there —[Read More…]
Two Southland College Prep ‘Top of the Class’ Graduates Admitted to Princeton University, U.S. Air Force Academy Prep Unit
Elijah Calloway learned at Southland’s recent Commencement ceremonies in the Harris Theater, Chicago that he is the recipient of the 2014 Ronald Blackstone Memorial Scholarship. (PHOTO SUPPLIED) Richton Park, IL-(ENEWSPF)- “Performance, persistence and patience.” That’s how Southland College Prep Charter High School’s college counselor, Ron Anderson, describes the route Imani[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of June 16, 2014
Mayor Ostenburg and Senior Trustee Mae Brandon work to feed the multitudes at the resident appreciation BBQ last Wednesday. (Photo: Trustee Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—June 16, 2014. The Carnival is coming to Park Forest thanks in large part to the Park Forest Youth Commission that has undertaken much preparation[Read More…]
