NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–23 April 2011 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has condemned the ongoing violence against peaceful demonstrators in Syria, which has resulted in more deaths and many injuries, and called upon the country”s authorities to stop the bloodshed and respect international human rights. Mr. Ban reiterated that there should be an[Read More…]
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6.9 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Near Solomon Islands
(USGS) Solomon Islands-(ENEWSPF)- A magnitude 6.9 earthquake struck near the Solomon Islands, the United States Geological Survey reports. Rocking at a depth of 81.6 km (50.7 miles), the quake hit at 11:16:55 p.m. CDT Friday. The epicenter was 76 km (47 miles) W of Kira Kira, San Cristobal, Solomon Isl.; 173[Read More…]
Weekly Address: ‘Instead of Subsidizing Yesterday’s Energy Sources, We Need to Invest in Tomorrow’s’
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 23, 2011. This is a time of year when people get together with family and friends to observe Passover and to celebrate Easter. It’s a chance to give thanks for our blessings and reaffirm our faith, while spending time with the people we love. We all know[Read More…]
Statement by President Obama on Syria
Washington, D.C.—(ENEWSPF)—April 22, 2011. The United States condemns in the strongest possible terms the use of force by the Syrian government against demonstrators. This outrageous use of violence to quell protests must come to an end now. We regret the loss of life and our thoughts are with the families[Read More…]
Children Cheer As Earth Day Tree Planted at GSU
(PHOTO SUPPLIED) University Park, Illinois, April 22, 2011 – Three and four year old children in pre-kindergarten classes at Governors State University’s Family Development Center cheer as a new tree is planted near their school in honor of Earth Day. Eri Villagomez of the GSU Facilities Department directs the planting.
Four Men Charged With Felony Dog Fighting in Park Forest
Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)– Four men were arrested on Wednesday, April 20, and charged with felony dog fighting when police were dispatched to the 200 block of Arrowhead Street to conduct a premise exam. One dog was rescued. The other, a small black stray, ran away frightened and badly wounded before[Read More…]
UN and Partners Congratulate Haiti’s President-Elect
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–22 April 2011 – The United Nations and its partners today congratulated Haiti’s President-elect Michel Martelly on his poll victory, saying the world body looked forward to working closely with his administration once it is inaugurated on 14 May. “We wish Mr. Martelly great success in the accomplishment of[Read More…]
Attorney General Holder Post: Protecting Consumers at the Pump: The Oil and Gas Price Fraud Working Group
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 22, 2011. Posted by Attorney General Eric Holder on April 22, 2011 at 01:15 PM EDT Note: Learn more about the Attorney General’s efforts to protect consumers at StopFraud.gov. Over the past few years, American businesses and families across the country have suffered the effects of the[Read More…]
White House Press Gaggle by Press Secretary Jay Carney aboard Air Force One, April 22, 2011
En route Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–April 22, 2011 – 11:23 A.M. PDT Q How did the President view the trip? Do he view it as a success or did he accomplish what he wanted to accomplish? MR. CARNEY: Absolutely. It was a very successful trip. I think he particularly enjoyed the town[Read More…]
Governor Pat Quinn Takes Clemency Action
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–April 22, 2010. Governor Pat Quinn today granted 85 and denied 189 clemency petitions. This action marks another step in a series of clemency decisions aimed at eliminating a backlog of more than 2,500 cases that built up during the previous administration. The 274 clemency petitions acted upon by Governor[Read More…]
