Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 20, 2012. A California Superior Court Judge has questioned whether the California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) complied with its legal obligation to consider alternative options before approving use of the toxic fumigant methyl iodide in 2010. Judge Frank Roesch raised the concern in comments from the bench[Read More…]
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Statement by NATO Secretary General Anders Fogh Rasmussen on Death of Four French Soldiers in Afghanistan
BELGIUM–(ENEWSPF)–20 January 2012. Unfortunately, this is a very sad day for our troops in Afghanistan and for the French people. I would like to express my condolences for the four French soldiers who were killed today and my sympathy to those who were wounded. I pay tribute to the[Read More…]
American Music Legend Etta James Dies of Complications from Leukemia at Age 73
CALIFORNIA—(ENEWSPF)—January 20, 2012. Musical legend, Etta James died today from complications from leukemia at Riverside Hospital. Her husband, Artis Mills and sons were by her side according to longtime friend and manager, Lupe DeLeon. Ms. James was 73 years old. James’ earthy voice spanned a variety of musical genres including[Read More…]
Office Of The State Fire Marshal Urges Citizens To Identify Signs Of The End Of Life For Carbon Monoxide Alarms Unique Beeps of a Dead CO – Sign to Take Action
SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–January 19, 2012. As a new year has started, the Office of the State Fire Marshal warns residents across the state to pay special attention to the distinct signals sent by carbon monoxide alarms when their life has expired. Frequently, people may believe that a beep coming out of their[Read More…]
Illinois Deer Harvest Totals 181,411 During 2011-12 Seasons
SPRINGFIELD, IL–(ENEWSPF)–January 19, 2012. Hunters in Illinois harvested a preliminary total of 181,411 deer during all 2011-12 seasons. Illinois deer seasons closed last weekend as hunters concluded the Archery Deer Season and the last segments of the Late-Winter and Special Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) deer hunting seasons on Jan. 15.[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama Unveiling a Strategy to Help Boost Travel and Tourism
Orlando, Florida–(ENEWSPF)–January 19, 2012 – 12:40 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody! (Applause.) I am glad to be at Disney World! (Applause.) The Magic Kingdom. This is outstanding. Well, let me begin by thanking Ruben for that extraordinary introduction. And he was too bashful — maybe he’s not supposed to[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Victoria Nuland, January 19, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 19, 2012. Index for Today’s Briefing PAKISTAN U.S.-Pakistan Relationship SYRIA Arab League/Monitor Report Continue to Work Globally to Tighten Constraints on the Assad Regime Russia/UN Security Council Resolution Ship from Cyprus Reportedly to Syria with Weapons ROMANIA Austerity Measures/Support the Right to Protest and Express Views Peacefully/Call to[Read More…]
DOD Identifies Army Casualty, January 19, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 19, 2012. The Department of Defense announced today the death of a soldier who was supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. Spc. Keith D. Benson, 27, of Brockton, Mass., died Jan. 18, in Paktika province, Afghanistan. The circumstances surrounding his death are currently under investigation. He was assigned to the[Read More…]
Army Releases December & Calendar Year 2011 Suicide Data
Washington, DC—(ENEWSPF)—January 19, 2012. The Army released suicide data today for the month of December and calendar year (CY) 2011. During December, among active-duty soldiers, there were 11 potential suicides: two have been confirmed as suicide, and nine remain under investigation. For November, the Army reported seven potential suicides among[Read More…]
Rick Perry Suspends Presidential Campaign; Endorses Gingrich
SOUTH CAROLINA–(ENEWSPF)–January 19, 2012. Remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you. As I have stated numerous times on the campaign trail, this campaign has never been about the candidates. I ran for President because I love America, our people and our freedom. But the mission is greater than the man.[Read More…]
