NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–11 March 2011 – Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon expressed deep sorrow today and offered the full support of the United Nations after a massive earthquake and subsequent tsunami struck Japan, killing dozens of people and destroying towns, villages and large swathes of infrastructure. UN agencies say they are on standby[Read More…]
Day: March 11, 2011
Military Gears Up to Help Japan
WASHINGTON–(ENEWSPF)–March 11, 2011 – U.S. forces are swinging into action to assist Japan in the wake of a magnitude 8.9 earthquake that struck early this morning. “We are assessing the situation and positioning forces so that they are ready to respond and provide disaster relief if directed,” said Navy Cmdr.[Read More…]
Statement by Secretary of State Clinton on Japan’s Earthquake and Tsunamis
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 11, 2011. I join President Obama in offering our sincere condolences for the loss of life and damage caused by the earthquake and tsunamis in Japan. We are closely monitoring the tsunamis that may impact other parts the world, including Hawaii and the West Coast of the[Read More…]
Statement By President Obama On The Earthquake In Japan And The Resulting Tsunami Warning Throughout The Pacific
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 11, 2011. “Michelle and I send our deepest condolences to the people of Japan, particularly those who have lost loved ones in the earthquake and tsunamis. The United States stands ready to help the Japanese people in this time of great trial. The friendship and alliance between[Read More…]
8.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Japan (Includes Video)
JAPAN–(ENEWSPF)–A magnitude 8.9 earthquake struck Japan at approximately 12:46 a.m. (EST). At least 60 people have been killed with more than 50 people currently reported as missing. The 8.5 quake is one of the largest ever reported. The quake unleashed a 23-foot tsunami along Japan’s east coast and was followed[Read More…]
Death Notice: G.B. Dancer, Jr.
Monee, IL—(ENEWSPF)—March 10, 2011. G.B. Dancer, Jr., age 76 of Monee, Illinois passed away on March 8, 2011. Survived by his loving wife Camille “Babe” (nee Kaminski), children Ris, Michael, and Carye Dancer. Grandfather of Anthony and Alexys Dowling. Fond brother to the late Anita Watson, brother-in-law to Frank T.[Read More…]
American Suzuki Motor Corp. Recalls KingQuad ATVs Due to Fire Hazard
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. The following product safety recall was voluntarily conducted by the firm in cooperation with the CPSC. Consumers should stop using the product immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product. Name of Product: Suzuki KingQuad ATVs Units:[Read More…]
Atico International USA Recalls Holiday Rattle Baby Slippers; Sold Exclusively at Walgreens
WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.[Read More…]
Readout of President Obama’s Meeting on the Reauthorization of ESEA
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011. Today, President Obama had a productive meeting with Senators Tom Harkin, Mike Enzi, Jeff Bingaman, and Lamar Alexander and Representatives John Kline, George Miller, Duncan Hunter, and Dale Kildee. The President commended the Members for their commitment to reauthorization of the Elementary and Secondary Education[Read More…]
Briefing by National Security Advisor Donilon and Deputy National Security Advisor Rhodes on Libya and the Middle East
Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 10, 2011 – 2:48 P.M. EST – Via Conference Call. MR. VIETOR: Thank you very much, everybody, for getting on. We appreciate you taking the time. Today we have the President’s National Security Advisor Tom Donilon and Deputy National Security Advisor for Strategic Communications Ben Rhodes, who are[Read More…]
