Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. The Department of Defense announced today the deaths of two Marines who were supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. They died Jan 15 conducting combat operations in Helmand province, Afghanistan. Killed were: Cpl. Jon-Luke Bateman, 22, of Tulsa, Okla. He was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment,[Read More…]
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White House Press Briefing by Jay Carney, January 17, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012 – 12:53 P.M. EST MR. CARNEY: I have no announcements to make — welcome to the White House for your daily briefing — so I will go straight to questions. Ken. Q The President is going to be meeting with King Abdullah today. What is he[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama and His Majesty King Abdullah of Jordan
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012 – 3:07 P.M. EST PRESIDENT OBAMA: Good afternoon, everybody. It is a great pleasure for me to once again welcome His Majesty King Abdullah of Jordan, as well as his delegation. We have very few countries around the world that are better friends and better partners[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Mark C. Toner, January 17, 2012
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. Index for Today’s Briefing DEPARTMENT Secretary Travel Ambassador Grossman Travel, Meetings TURKEY Strong Partner/Stalwart Ally PAKISTAN Military Cooperation Legislation on Central Bank of Iran/Ties to Iranian Petroleum Essential Partner to Afghan-led Reconciliation Process JORDAN/ISRAEL/PALESTINIANS Government of Jordan Venue for Face-to-Face Talks/ U.S. Stands Ready to Support[Read More…]
Businesses Qualify for $67 Million in Tax Credits
IDES Fills Job Openings and Helps Those Looking for Work CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. Illinois businesses qualified for $67 million in income tax credits after hiring individuals covered through the Work Opportunity Tax Credit (WOTC), the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today. The federal incentive reduces an employer’s cost[Read More…]
Governor Quinn Announces 100 New Jobs at Excel Foundry & Machine
State Investment will Help Company Expand Operations, Boost North Central Illinois Economy PEKIN–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today announced that Excel Foundry & Machine, a company located in Pekin, Illinois, plans to expand operations and create 100 new jobs over the next two years. The state’s investment will help[Read More…]
European Debt Crisis, High Unemployment Threaten to Slow Down Global Economy – UN
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–17 January 2012. Countries throughout the world will experience an economic slowdown this year as the sovereign debt crisis in Europe continues to unfold, according to a United Nations report launched today that also warns that governments must urgently address high unemployment rates, particularly among youth. The World Economic[Read More…]
Study: Pro Athletes Bolster Star Status Through Team Selection, Teammates and Career Evolution
Toronto / Vancouver–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. Basketball fans in Cleveland may disagree, but two-time NBA Most Valuable Player Lebron James’ decision to play with a higher-profile Miami Heat team and all-star teammates shows sound marketing and career-management acumen, according to newly-published business school research focused on the evolution and importance of[Read More…]
Agreement Cuts Pollution by Retiring Dirty, Old Coal in Carolinas
CHAPEL HILL, N.C.–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. Conservation groups today announced a settlement with Duke Energy that will cut pollution by phasing out over 1600 mega watts of dirty, old coal-fired power while still meeting customers’ energy needs. The groups reached settlement in an administrative challenge to the state-issued air pollution permit[Read More…]
DOT Announces $40.8 Million to Improve Access to America’s National Parks, Forests, Wildlife Refuges
Federal Lands in 24 States and the District of Columbia Use Funds to Enhance Transportation Choices for a cleaner, ‘greener’ visitor experience WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–January 17, 2012. U.S. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood today announced $40.8 million for 58 projects that will provide safe, convenient access for visitors to America’s national parks, forests[Read More…]
