NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–20 December 2010 – The United Nations climate change chief today called on countries to follow up on the recent conference in Cancún with higher global emissions cuts and the rapid launch of new institutions and funds. The agreements reached at the conference, which concluded in the Mexican city[Read More…]
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Kroger Recalls Pet Foods Due to Possible Health Risk
Silver Spring, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–December 20, 2010. The Kroger Co. said today it is recalling select packages of pet food sold in some of its retail stores because the products may contain aflatoxin, which poses a health risk to pets. Kroger stores in the following states are included in this recall: Alabama,[Read More…]
To End Christmas Wars, Separate Secular From Sacred
Commentary By Charles C. Haynes Director, Religious Freedom Education Project Oklahoma Republican Sen. Jim Inhofe singlehandedly breathed life into the flagging “war on Christmas” debate when he announced earlier this month that he wouldn’t ride his horse in the Tulsa Holiday Parade of Lights this year — something he has[Read More…]
Park Forest Police Reports for December 20, 2010
The Park Forest Police Station. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL–(ENEWSPF)–Editor’s Note: We continue our reporting on news from police reports. Besides covering the many stories from around Park Forest that otherwise might go unnoticed, we want to bring more complete coverage of police reports than is reported by other[Read More…]
In and Around Park Forest Week of December 20, 2010
Dave Rudolf (center) as one of The Three Wise Guys entertain Friday at Freedom Hall. (Photo: Gary Kopycinski) Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—December 20, 2010. If you’ve been procrastinating about doing your holiday shopping, time is quickly running out. You can avoid the crowds at the malls, while finding some interesting and[Read More…]
Christmas Food Court Flash Mob, Hallelujah Chorus – Must See Video
On Nov.13 2010 unsuspecting shoppers got a big surprise while enjoying their lunch. Over 100 participants in this awesome Christmas Flash Mob. This is a must see!
UN Chief Underlines Warning Against Attacking Peacekeepers in Côte d’Ivoire
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–19 December 2010 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon emphasized his warning against attacks on the United Nations peacekeeping force in Côte d’Ivoire or attempts to obstruct their work, saying there will consequences for those responsible, as the UN human rights arm reported “massive violations.” “Any attack on UN forces will[Read More…]
Statement by Adm. Mike Mullen on Senate Vote to Repeal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 19, 2010. “I am pleased to see the Congress vote to repeal the law governing ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell.’ Handling this through legislation preserves the military’s prerogative to implement change in a responsible, deliberate manner. “More critically, it is the right thing to do. No longer will able[Read More…]
Statement by Secretary Robert Gates on Senate Vote to Repeal ‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–December 19, 2010. On Saturday, Secretary of Defense Robert Gates released the following statement on the Senate’s vote to repeal the ‘Don’t Ask Don’t Tell’ law: “I welcome today’s vote by the Senate clearing the way for a legislative repeal of the ‘Don’t Ask Don’t Tell’ law. “Once this[Read More…]
Judy Shepard: Senate Vote on Gay Military Service Honors Nation’s Principles
Commentary “Dennis and I and the Matthew Shepard Foundation join millions of Americans in and out of uniform today in applauding the United States Senate. It took truly principled action in finally ending the military’s obsolete and discriminatory ban on gay service members serving their country in the military. “Wearing[Read More…]
