SOUTH HOLLAND, IL—(ENEWSPF)—November 8, 2013. South Suburban College (SSC) is hosting an Open House for their new Speaking Center on Wednesday, November 20th in Room 3236 from 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. SSC invites all staff, students and community members to visit the new facility and find out more about[Read More…]
Day: November 8, 2013
New Management Plan for Missouri’s Ozark National Scenic Riverways Inadequate to Protect Water Quality, Endangered Hellbenders
ST. LOUIS, Mo.–(ENEWSPF)–November 8, 2013. A draft plan for management of the Ozark National Scenic Riverways released by the National Park Service today proposes improved waterway protections but falls short of taking the aggressive steps necessary to ensure the long-term survival of rare aquatic species like the endangered Ozark hellbender.[Read More…]
NIH Launches Trial of Investigational Genital Herpes Vaccine
Bethesda, Maryland–(ENEWSPF)–November 8, 2013. Researchers have launched an early-stage clinical trial of an investigational vaccine designed to prevent genital herpes disease. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID), part of the National Institutes of Health, is sponsoring the Phase I trial, which is being conducted at the NIH[Read More…]
European Union Officially Rejects Australian Privatized Meat Inspection System
Confirms Food & Water Watch’s Previous Information Washington, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 8, 2013. This past week, the European Commission (EC) posted on its website its final report of the May 2012 audit its staff conducted of the Australian meat inspection system for products destined for Europe and concluded that the privatized meat[Read More…]
FDA Approves First Generic Versions of Aciphex Delayed-release Tablets to Treat GERD
Silver Spring, Maryland—(ENEWSPF)—November 8, 2013. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today approved the first generic versions of Aciphex (rabeprazole sodium) delayed-release tablets, used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) in adults and adolescents (ages 12 and up). GERD, also called acid reflux or acid regurgitation, is a common condition[Read More…]
Broadway Sensation Jane Lanier Joins Roosevelt University’s Musical Theatre-Dance Program
CHICAGO–(ENEWSPF)–November 8, 2013. By Laura Janota Jane Lanier is the newest faculty member in Roosevelt’s Theatre Conservatory. She is also a successful performer, choreographer and director who built her career as a singer/dancer/actress. “Most musical theatre programs are geared toward singer/ dancers. I’m very excited to be heading up a[Read More…]
Musical Thriller ‘‘Ripper’’ Premieres at Roosevelt University November 14-17
CHICAGO—(ENEWSPF)—November 8, 2013. ‘Ripper’, a new musical thriller that is based loosely on the story of Jack the ‘Ripper’ by Chicago playwright Duane Nelsen, will make its Chicago/Midwest debut on Nov. 14-17 at Roosevelt University in Chicago. Part mystery, part tragedy and part romance, ‘Ripper’ is set in London’s East[Read More…]
Statement by HHS Secretary Kathleen Honoring Our Veterans
Washington, DC–(ENEWSPF)–November 8, 2013. Each year, Veterans Day provides us with the opportunity to recognize, honor, and thank the men and women who have served in our Nation’s armed forces. As President Obama has said: “For their service and sacrifice, warm words of thanks from a grateful nation are more[Read More…]
As ‘Super’ Typhoon Hits Philippines, UN and Partners Prepare to Provide Support
NEW YORK–(ENEWSPF)–8 November 2013 – The United Nations and its partners are supporting the Government of the Philippines in assessing the damage caused by super typhoon Haiyan, which made landfall this morning in Guiuan on Samar Island and is currently making its way across the country. “We are working closely[Read More…]
Department of Interior Expands Land Buy-Back Process Across Indian Country
In Response to Tribal Consultation & Feedback, Buy-Back Program Announces Solicitation for Cooperative Agreement Applications from Tribes WASHINGTON, D.C.–(ENEWSPF)–November 8, 2013. As part of President Obama’s commitment to help strengthen Indian communities, and following nation-to-nation consultations with tribal leaders, the Department of the Interior is expanding the implementation strategy for[Read More…]