NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013 – In response to signals from the Obama administration that it will pursue U.S. military intervention in Syria in the wake of attacks last week, the Center for Constitutional Rights issued the following statement: We strongly oppose U.S. military intervention in Syria and urge the Obama[Read More…]
Month: August 2013
Eating Whole Fruits Linked to Lower Risk of Type 2 Diabetes
Boston, MA–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. Eating more whole fruits, particularly blueberries, grapes, and apples, was significantly associated with a lower risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a new study led by Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) researchers. Greater consumption of fruit juices was associated with a higher risk of[Read More…]
Congresswoman Duckworth’s Statement on the Situation in Syria
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. In response to the developing situation in Syria, Congresswoman Tammy Duckworth (IL-08) released the following statement: Syria is undergoing a humanitarian crisis. While the United States cannot stand by as innocent civilians are being massacred, it’s my responsibility as a Member of Congress to make sure[Read More…]
National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. A statement by HHS Secretary Kathleen Sebelius: This year, thousands of American women – our mothers, grandmothers, aunts, daughters, and friends – will die from ovarian cancer. During September, we observe National Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month to recognize those who have died and recommit ourselves to[Read More…]
Consumer Confidence Eases in August 2013, Reflecting Economic Cross-currents
ANN ARBOR–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. Consumer confidence eased in August after reaching its highest level in six years in the prior month, according to University of Michigan economist Richard Curtin, director of the Thomson Reuters/U-M Surveys of Consumers. Conducted by the U-M Institute for Social Research since 1946, the surveys monitor[Read More…]
FBI: Chicago-Area Man Indicted for Allegedly Obstructing Justice and Soliciting the Murder of an Undercover FBI Agent
Chicago, IL-(ENEWSPF)- A Hillside man was indicted today on federal charges for allegedly soliciting the murder of an undercover FBI agent after the defendant was arrested last September and charged with attempting to detonate a purported bomb outside a bar in downtown Chicago. The defendant, Adel Daoud, was charged with[Read More…]
Groups Support Challenge to Dam Project in Panama for Violating Indigenous Rights
Amicus brief highlights unlawful consultation process Panama City, Panama–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. Civil society organizations filed an amicus brief yesterday in Panama’s Supreme Court of Justice in support of a challenge by indigenous people to the environmental review of the Barro Blanco hydroelectric dam. Supporting a lawsuit filed by the Environmental[Read More…]
Alliance for Retired Americans Friday Alert, August 30, 2013
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–August 30 2013. Executive Director Ed Coyle Announces His Intention to Retire Edward F. Coyle, who has been the Executive Director of the Alliance since its launch in 2001, announced this week that he plans to retire soon. During his dozen-year stewardship of the Alliance, Mr. Coyle steadfastly supported[Read More…]
Duke Energy to Retire Wabash River Coal Units in Settlement with Indiana Citizens Groups
Groups Continue to Fight Duke’s Edwardsport Cost Overruns in Indiana Court of Appeals INDIANAPOLIS–(ENEWSPF)–August 30, 2013. A coalition of Indiana environmental and citizens groups including the Sierra Club, Citizens Action Coalition, Valley Watch, and Save the Valley announced a legal settlement today that requires Duke Energy Indiana to cease burning[Read More…]
Representative Robin Kelly to Host Congress on Your Corner Event on August 31
Park Forest, IL—(ENEWSPF)—August 30, 2013. Representative Robin Kelly will host a Congress on your Corner event on Saturday, August 31 from 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Kingsberry Waffle House, 3345 Vollmer Road, Flossmoor. Constituents are invited to talk one-on-one with Congresswoman Kelly about legislation in Congress, unresolved issues[Read More…]
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