Madrid, Spain–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012. The administration of a cannabinoid agonist halts the advancement of multiple sclerosis, according to preclinical data to be published in the journal Neuropharmacology. Investigators at Complutense University in Madrid assessed the impact of WIN55,512-2, a synthetic cannabinoid agonist, in an animal model of multiple sclerosis (MS).[Read More…]
Month: March 2012
Governor Quinn Requests FEMA Help with Tornado Damage Assessments in Southern IL
Documentation Will Support Request for Federal Assistance SPRINGFIELD–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012. Governor Pat Quinn today asked the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to assist with damage assessments in several Southern Illinois counties devastated by tornadoes and severe storms early Wednesday morning. The assessments, which will begin on Monday, will provide the[Read More…]
Illinois Filmmakers Encouraged to Enter Work in State’s Short Film Competition
Fifth Year for Illinois Film Office Shortcuts Competition CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012. Illinois filmmakers who are looking for the next big break are invited to enter their work in the 2012 Shortcuts competition which kicks off today. In its fifth year, Shortcuts is a statewide short film competition sponsored by the[Read More…]
Illinois Adds 3,800 Jobs in January
122,900 Private Sector Jobs Added Since Recovery Began CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012. Illinois added 3,800 jobs in January and the unemployment rate fell -0.3 to 9.4 percent, according to preliminary data released today by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics and the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES). This is the[Read More…]
State Department Briefing by Victoria Nuland, March 1, 2012
Index for Today’s Briefing EGYPT Travel Ban Lifted on NGO Employees / U.S.-Egyptian Relations / NGO Issue / Bail / Role of NGOs INDIA NGOs ISRAEL/PALESTINIANS Israeli Defense Force Raids on Palestinian TV Stations IRAN Working with P-5+1 Partners on Response DPRK Nutritional Assistance / Statements / Nuclear Envoy Visit[Read More…]
Remarks by President Obama on American Energy, March 1, 2012
Nashua, New Hampshire–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012 – 1:28 P.M. EST THE PRESIDENT: Hello, Nashua! (Applause.) It is good to be back in New Hampshire! (Applause.) Thank you, Mike, for that wonderful introduction and for your service to our country. I want to thank the president of Nashua Community College, Lucille Jordan, for[Read More…]
ICC Issues Arrest Warrant for Sudanese Minister for Alleged Darfur Crimes
The Hague, Netherlands–(ENEWSPF)–1 March 2012. The International Criminal Court (ICC) today issued an arrest warrant against Sudanese Defence Minister Abdelrahim Mohamed Hussein on 41 counts of crimes against humanity and war crimes allegedly committed in Darfur. The Court’s pre-trial chamber considers that there are “reasonable grounds” to believe that Mr Hussein[Read More…]
Durbin Blasts Bank of America On New Checking Fee Plans. Again
Calls On Banks Large and Small to Adopt Easy-To-Read Fee Disclosure Form WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012. Assistant Senate Majority Leader Dick Durbin (D-IL) released the following statement today after Bank of America announced new monthly fees for its checking account holders unless they bank online, buy more products or maintain[Read More…]
Sierra Club Accepting Applications for The Best Internship on Earth
An exceptional opportunity blending job experience with adventure, young adults vie to participate in meaningful outdoor experiences with Sierra Club’s youth outings programs around the country SAN FRANCISCO–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012. Internships and real-world experience continue to be a valued component in the competitive job market. For the third year, the Sierra[Read More…]
Environmental Groups Continue Fight against LNG Fracking
Asks Federal Environmental Agencies to Protest Export Facilities Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–March 1, 2012. Today multiple environmental organizations called on the President’s chief environmental advisor asking for a full environmental analysis of plans to export liquefied natural gas (LNG). The letter to the Council on Environmental Quality and the Environmental Protection Agency[Read More…]
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