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BP Announces Plans for New Solar Cells Factory in SpainBP Solar announced that it will be constructing a new solar photovoltaic module factory in Spain. The production capacity of the new plant will make it the largest such PV factory in Europe and could produce 300 MW of clean electricity.
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Schools Learning to Improve Indoor Air QualityThe Environmental Protection Agency kicked off its Indoor Air Quality Tools for Schools National Symposium by honoring schools across the country. The Symposium provides the latest research and information on indoor air quality.
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EPA Waives Violation Fines for California CompaniesTen California-based manufacturers have avoided more than a half-million dollars in fines for not reporting chemical releases. The Environmental Protection Agency waived the fines due to voluntary self-disclosure and self-correction.
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Immigration Agent Wilfredo Vazquez Charged with Sexual AbuseAn Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agent is charged with forcing a detainee to perform sexual acts on him while transporting her from one facility to another. If convicted, Wilfredo Vazquez faces life in prison.
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Brit David Port Sentenced for Baywatch FraudDavid Port convinced investors to give him more than $350,000 to open "Baywatch" restaurants. He will be serving three years and eight months in prison for his scheme to defraud investors in PCG Media.
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Former Maryland Senator Thomas Bromwell SentencedFormer Maryland Senator Thomas Bromwell will serve seven years in a federal prison for accepting payments and gifts for his help securing contracts and resolving business disputes for friends. His wife, Mary Patricia Bromwell has been convicted of mail fraud.
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Study Shows That Brain Will Develop Slowly in ADHD CasesNew brain imaging techniques have allowed researchers to compare cortex thickness in different part of the brain. Those with ADHD seem to develop more slowly in the frontal cortex, some by three to five years slower than those without ADHD.
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Restaurant Review: Noble Rot Gives Noble Effort in PortlandNoble Rot, a wine bar on the East side of Portland, Oregon, offers a nice selection of wine, both by the glass and by the bottle. However, the food is not quite anything you would necessarily go back for.
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Former FBI Employee, Nada Nadim Prouty, Guilty of Fraud, Unauthorized Computer AccessNada Prouty pleaded guilty to naturalization fraud, and then using her fake citizenship to get jobs at both the FBI and CIA. While there, she used FBI files to investigate family ties to Hizballah.
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Southern Energy Company Entergy Takes Pledges to Change-A-LightEntergy Corporation, which supplies energy to states in the Southern US, announced it has taken in nearly 8,000 pledges from employees and customers to switch more than 20,000 light bulbs from incandescents to energy-efficient compact fluorescent bulbs.
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Music Festivals: Langerado, Bonnaroo, and the Echo ProjectSpring, summer and fall. Any season can be a great time for a music festival. Langerado, Bonnaroo, and the Echo Project are good bets for lots of bands and great camping. Don't waste your cash on big arena shows, when you can have a mini-vacation and meet new friends.
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Toyota Sends Plug-in Hybrids to University of California at Berkeley, Irvine for Further StudyToyota has sent two plug-in electric hybrid vehicles to two University of California campuses to determine if plug-ins will work in the US car market. Plug-in depends on conventional electrical sources to charge their batteries.
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Computer Hacker John Schiefer Charged with Wiretapping to Conduct FraudJohn Schiefer of Los Angeles has pleaded guilty to installing "malware" on a quarter of a million computers to access bank accounts and conduct other forms of identity theft. He faces 60 years in prison and $1.75 million in fines.
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Medical Equipment Suppliers Going to Prison for Medicare FraudFour men will serve prison time and pay restitution for their parts in a wide-ranging Medicare fraud scheme. The scheme involved pharmacy owners, corrupt doctors, durable medical equipment suppliers and patients.
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New Mexico Couple Charged with Poaching Mountain LionA New Mexico couple that run a hunting outfitters business has been charged with illegally hunting a mountain lion in Colorado. The couple will not be allowed to hunt or be with anyone hunting for three years, and will pay fines.
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EPA Awards Sustainability GrantsThe EPA has announced $3 million in grants to universities and a state agency to develop tools and study methods to promote sustainability in urban planning and building.
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Childhood Obesity Increases Heart Disease RiskA new study shows that obesity in children can determine the future risk of heart disease. Extra weight can put a squeeze on developing hearts and lead to heart health problems later in life.
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Vaccine Trials Expanded Across United StatesGrants have been awarded to 8 universities and health centers to study the safety and effectiveness of vaccines. The National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Disease is giving each site close to $24 million for the next 7 years.
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White House Addresses Import SafetyThe President's Interagency Working Group on Import Safety has submitted recommendations for changes in the US safety net for the inspection of imported goods. Bush commends the new plan, as do other organizations.
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Drug Lord Francisco Arellano-Felix Sentenced to Life in PrisonFrancisco Arellano-Felix was sentenced to life in prison today. He is the man responsible for a drug running organization as well as countless murders, bribes, witness tampering, kidnapping, and training an assassination squad.
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Executive of Construction Company Willbros Guilty of Bribing Nigerian OfficialsAn executive at Willbros, an oil and gas construction and engineering company, pleaded guilty to paying bribes to Nigerian officials for a contract to build a oil pipeline in the African nation.
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ADHD Medication Doesn't Work on Some PreschoolersA study on the treatment of children between 3 and 5 years of age suffering from ADHD indicates that medication may not help if the child has other disorders present.
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Hercules, a Defense Contractor, to Pay for Cleanup Costs at Navy SiteHercules, Inc. a contractor for a Navy ballistics factory has agreed to pay nearly $13 million in costs to pay for the cleanup of the Allegany Ballistics Lab in West Virginia.
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Monsanto Modifies Corn Genes to Resist InsectsMonsanto and Devgen are using new technology to make corn resistant to insects and other pests. RNA interference is a new technology that can target genes more accurately.
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DARPA Urban Challenge to Test Robotic Vehicles in the Desert for Defense DepartmentThe DARPA Urban Challenge took place today at the former George Air Force Base in California. Eleven team competed in this final stage, but only six completed the course. Three teams finished the course in the alloted six hours. -
Bush Vetoes Water Resources Development ActPresident Bush vetoed the 2007 Water Resources Development Act. The bill, H.R. 1495, passed both chambers of Congress bu large enough margins to override the veto. A new vote will take place next week.
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An Oasis on Hubbard Street: Kevin Restaurant in Chicago, IllinoisKevin Restaurant features the cuisine of Chef-Owner Kevin Shikami. Surrounded by cheesy bars and night spots, Kevin offers a peaceful retreat from the hectic entertainment district of Chicago's downtown.
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The Economy of Britney SpearsBritney Spears is the single most important economic force in many ways. Spears' contributions to the economy is keeping many US industries afloat, from the recording industry to gossip blogs to photographers. -
Builders Pay for Cleanup for Houses Built on Arsenic-Laden SoilThe EPA has settled a case involving a gold mine, developers that moved arsenic-contaminated soil, and the builders that built homes on the soil. The responsible parties for the superfund site will pay more than $700,000.
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Department Of Energy Contractors Fined for PCB-Handling MistakesTwo contractors were fined by the EPA for improper handling and disposal of PCB-contaminated transformers from a nuclear plant.
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Federal Employees Awarded for Reducing Energy CostsFederal Agencies have been recognized with the 2007 Federal Energy and Water Management Awards. In all, the agencies saved over $18 million this last year.
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EPA Staff Report Calls for Stronger Lead StandardsThe EPA has released a Final Staff Paper that calls for considerable changes in the airborne lead standard to ensure public health. The Paper makes recommendations for updates to the Clean Air Act.
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Wal-Mart Joins Clinton Foundation to Sell Energy Efficient ProductsWal-Mart announced today the new partnership with the Clinton Climate Initiative to promote energy efficient technology, processes, and products.
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Alabama Nuclear Plant, Farley, Gets a "Yellow" CardThe Nuclear Regulatory Commission has placed the Farley nuclear power plant in Alabama in the "degraded cornerstone column" for safety issues. There is a continued problem with the plant's heat removal and containment system.
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Save Energy This Holiday Season on LED LightsLight Emitting Diode or LED lights can be a big help around the Holidays. They cost less to run, don't pose a fire hazard, and will most likely be the last lights you need to buy.
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Pharmacists' New Tools to Help Serve PatientsDue to a high percentage of American adults that have limited health literacy, the Agency for Health Research and Quality has developed new tools for pharmacists to assist those patients that may not understand drug labels or instructions.
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NASA Announces Partnerships to Advance Science, Offset CostsNASA has announced the latest partnerships with the private sector today. NASA missions will gain technology for exploration, and the private firms will gain technology to develop for the private market.
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Manager Lied About Safety at Nuclear Plant in Ohio, Federal Court RulesA former manager at an Ohio nuclear power plant was convicted of making false statements to the Nuclear Regulatory Commission concerning the safety measures and condition of nozzles at the Besse-Davis plant.
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Ingersoll-Rand Pays Fines for UN Oil for Food Program AbusesIngersoll-Rand agreed to pay fines and disclose all information regarding fraud in the UN Oil for Food program in Iraq. The company's foreign subsidiaries paid kickbacks to Iraqi officials in return for government contracts
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Orange County Sheriff, Michael Carona, Charged with Corruption, Taking BribesMichael Carona, the elected Sheriff of Orange County, California has been charged with corruption, conspiracy to use his position for personal gain, taking bribes, and witness tampering. Four others are charged with him.
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JCPenney Stores in Washington Earn Energy Star LabelJCPenney stores were named the first retail buildings to receive the EPA's Energy Star label. The label designates the top 25% of energy efficient buildings.
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Mike Gravel to Self-Broadcast During the Presidential DebatePresidential candidate Mike Gravel is not letting MSNBC stop him from joining tonight's debate at Drexel University. Gravel is broadcasting his own answers on the Internet.
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Late Presidential Candidate Teddy Mather Enters RaceTeddy Mather has announced his candidacy for President in 2008. Mather's campaign is focusing on his strong ties to the environment. He will focus on national Parks conservation and funding. One more thing, Mather is a bear.
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Chevron Oil and Gas Lease Extended in ThailandChevron has announced that it will be exploring and producing oil and natural gas in the Gulf of Thailand until 2022.
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ConocoPhillips Looks to Kentucky for Coal to Gas PlantConocoPhillips and Peabody Energy are conducting a feasibility study in Kentucky for building a $3 billion plant to convert coal to natural gas.
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NIH Grants Awarded for Native American Diabetes, Molecular Regeneration, Skeletal HealthThe National Institutes of Health have awarded three medical institutions a total of $33 million to study diabetes, molecular regeneration, and skeletal health and repair. The Institutional Development Awards are meant to provide funds for areas lacking federal support.
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Indiana Sends Gun Makers to TrialIndiana's Court of Appeals ruled today that a lawsuit holding gun manufacturers responsible for criminal activity can go to trail. The gun industry had argued that a Bush "legal shield" protected the gun makers and dealers from prosecution.
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Bush Urged to Sign Water Resources Development ActThe House and Senate has passed the 2007 Water Resources Development Act, and House leaders have sent the President a letter urging him to sign it into law. Bush has threatened to veto the WRDA, but Congress should have even votes to override the veto, if necessary.
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Supervisor Guilty of Endangering Workers While Removing AsbestosRobert Langill pleaded guilty today to violating the Clean Air Act when he supervised the removal of asbestos from a Naval Air Station in Maryland. He now faces five years in prison and $25,000 in fines.
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Military Supplier Ex-CEO Charged with FraudDavid Brooks has been charged with fraud by both the SEC and the US Attorney's Office. Brooks was the CEO of DHB, Industries, which supplied body armor to the military. He is accused of accounting fraud, insider trading, and tax evasion.
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PlaNYC and Dewitt Stern Group Team Up with Mayor Bloomberg to Plant 30 Trees in East HarlemThe DeWitt Stern Group joins New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg in the Million Trees NYC campaign. DSG will plant the first of thirty trees along 3rd Avenue in East Harlem.
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More Recalls Announced Due to Lead PaintMore children's toys are being recalled due to high levels of lead in the paints used on the toys. These latest toys are part of the growing list of children's products made in China that violate lead standards.
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Host a "Blind" Wine Tasting PartyWine tasting parties are always fun, but they can be competitive as well. Here's a guide to hosting a blind tasting party. Get your brown paper bags ready!
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Securities and Exchange Commission Awarded for Pro Bono WorkThe Securities and Exchange Commission has been awarded the first Federal Pro Bono Leadership Award. The Award recognizes the SEC's commitment to encouraging its employees to volunteer professional services for the public good.
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Simplicity Cribs Offer Repair Kit Following September RecallSimplicity and Graco cribs may have faulty drop-side due to installation problems and issued a recall last month. The company has announced that it now has a repair kit available to anyone with an affected crib. -
Solar Balloon Successfully Reaches Upper AtmosphereThe National Center for Atmospheric Research launched a test flight for the Sunrise Project. Sunrise will study the sun's magnetic fields from high in the Earth's atmosphere, to avoid atmospheric interference.
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BP Announces More Fines for Illegal Propane TradesBP America has agreed to pay criminal and civil penalties for attempts to fix prices on propane trading in 2003 and 2004. These fines come on a day in which BP has also agreed to pay fines for environmental crimes.
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New Mexico Governor Bill Richardson Proposes State Universal HealthcareGovernor Bill Richardson has outlined his plan for universal health insurance coverage in New Mexico. It is a phased-in plan to ensure that all residents have access to care.
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California Governor Schwarzenegger Promises Loans to Small Businesses Affected by WildfiresCalifornia will provide small, agricultural-based businesses emergency loans totaling $7 million for damage caused by the Southern California Wildfires. Bridge loans will be made available for other small businesses.
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BP Fined for Serious Environmental CrimesBP Products, the major oil company, has been fined the largest criminal fine ever for a spill in Alaska and an explosion at a refinery in Texas. BP will also spend more than $400 million for safety upgrades.
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Alaska Firm R&M Engineering Faces Fines for Losing Radioactive MaterialR&M Engineering lost a portable nuclear gauge when it fell out the back of a company truck. The firm now faces fines from the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.
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Oil, Gas Companies Recognized for Reducing EmissionsOil and natural gas companies have been recognized by the EPA for their work reducing methane emissions. The Natural Gas Star Program is a voluntary program and began in 1993.
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World Health Organization Standardizes Children's Health StatusThe World Health Organization has published a new classification system that addresses the health of children. The new system will take into account the needs of kids during the crucial early developmental years.
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Study: New Doctors Make Large Number of Medical MistakesA new study shows that medical trainees make mistakes when they do not have adequate supervision from experienced doctors. Medical Schools are not training new doctors in communication skills.
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Transportation Companies Awarded SmartWay Recognition for Reducing Greenhouse Gas EmissionsThe EPA gave out SmartWay Excellence Awards to shippers that have reduced fuel consumption significantly in their trucking fleets. Wal-Mart, JC Penny, and Office Depot are a few of the 34 winners.
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United States Ranks Seventh in Most Globalized NationsThe Globalization Index was published today, and the US ranks seven overall in such categories as economic integration, technological connectivity, personal contact with other nations, and political involvement in the world.
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College Costs Go Up; Student Aid Goes DownThe College Board released two new reports today on the costs for higher education and the student aid available for that education. The reports show that while costs are increasing, federal financial aid is falling behind.
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EPA Awards Green Businesses and CitiesThe EPA is awarding 17 organizations, that include major corporations and cities, with Green Power Leadership Awards. The Awards recognize that the groups purchase significant amounts of renewable energy and increase awareness of green power.
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Basic Screenwriting Tips for the BeginnerA few tips for beginning screenwriters that will help your script come across as professionally written. Avoid amateur mistakes that will send your script to the trashcan.
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Schools Making Progress in Fighting Childhood ObesityA CDC study on nutrition and health programs and policies in US schools shows that some progress has been made in the last six years, but considerable work is still needed to ensure the health of kids and teens.
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Justice Department Awards $75 Million to Fight Violent CrimeThe US Department of Justice has awarded grants to over 100 law enforcement agencies across the country in an effort to reduce violent crime.
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Viagra, Other ED Drugs Users Report Hearing LossErectile dyfunction drug users are reporting sudden losses of hearing. The FDA has updated the information and adverse reactions for Viagra, Cialis, and Levitra. Revatio, a hypertension drug, is also being updated.
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Sears, EPA Help with Appliance RecyclingSears is the first appliance retailer to join the EPA's Responsible Appliance Disposal Program. The program will try to recycle one million appliances and safely dispose of CFCs and other ozone depleting substances.
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Yahoo Executives Asked to Testify Before House Committee about Shi TaoYahoo executives have been asked to testify before the House Committee on Foreign Relations. Yahoo has been found to have provided false information about its role in the imprisonment of a Chinese reporter.
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NASA Keeps Mars Rovers Spirit and Opportunity RollingNASA has extended the missions of the two Mars rovers, Spirit and Opportunity. Both rovers have been exploring Mars since January 2004. -
EPA Grants Millions to Livestock Waste ManagementTwo organizations have received federal funds to assist farm operators in reducing animal waste. The assessments and management plans will focus on water and air pollution mitigation.
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Schwarzenegger Signs New Gun LawCalifornia passed a new law that will require guns to stamp bullets with unique information that will make it easier for police to identify guns used in crimes.
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PJ Harvey "White Chalk" - One Review to Read as You ListenPJ Harvey's eighth album, White Chalk, is a beautiful piece of aural art. She again will surprise her fans with a new character in this new mood of an album. -
Book Review - Salt: A World HistorySalt: A World History by Mark Kurlansky is a fascinating look at how salt played a crucial role in human civilization, from the rise of the Chinese and Egyptians to the European conquest of the New World.
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DVD Review: Wall Street 20th Anniversary EditionWall Street has been repackaged as the 20th Anniversary Edition. If anything, watch it for Michael Douglas as Gordon Gekko. Skip most of the extras. -
House Committee: Chinese Imports Are a "Clear and Present Danger"The Committee on Energy and Commerce has published a report on the safety of Chinese imports. The report says that due to lack of inspections and testing, Chinese imported food is a potentially deadly threat to US consumers.
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Kids and Seafood: What Are Good and Safe Choices?An introduction to which seafood is safe for your children. This article discusses both toxin levels in species and sustainable fishing practices.
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Think Tank Contradicts Other Sources in Citing Unemployment Hike for Least EducatedA Washington think tank has claimed that the increase in the federal minimum wage is to blame for a rise in unemployment among the least educated workers. The Labor Statistics Bureau does not support the claim.
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EPA Approves Iodomethane Pesticide Use Despite Scientists' ConcernsThe Environmental Protection Agency has approved the use of iodomethane (methyl iodide) as a pesticide. Last month, 54 scientists urged the EPA to dent the approval until more testing can be done.
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SEC Shuts Down Three Companies that Send Out Financial SpamThree companies have had their trading suspended due to inadequate disclosure of financial information. These companies are also likely "stock spammers."
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UN Committee: Situation in Occupied Palestinian Lands Has Not ImprovedThe United Nations Committee on Palestinian Rights has reported that the situation in the occupied lands has not improved. Israel and the Palestinian Authority are at odds over issues such as Israeli settlements in the West Bank.
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Pelosi, Reid Urge Bush to Address Mortgage CrisisSpeaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid sent a letter to President Bush this morning asking him to address the Subprime Mortgage Crisis. Foreclosures are more than double what they were a year ago.
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EPA Weighs in on Children's Health MonthThe EPA has released its report on Children's Environmental Health today. It is the tenth anniversary of the Executive Order that called for the EPA to assess and address environmental health risks that affect kids.
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Change-A-Light Campaign Hits the RoadThe EPA and Department of Energy have kicked off the "Change-A-Light" bus tour. The tour will stop in 10 cities to raise awareness of energy efficiency in lighting your home.
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New Labels on Faucets Will Help You Save WaterThe EPA has announced that the WaterSense Program is being extended to bathroom faucets. Previously, the WaterSense Program has designated low-flow and water efficient toilets. -
Hillary is Pimping Out Bill, but Kucinich Has Sean PennThe Democratic Presidential candidates are pulling out all the stops to get your donations. Some just have more important friends.
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Five Reasons to Eat Local ProduceEating produce grown in your area of the country is better for you and the planet.
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Portland Protests to End the War and Occupation in IraqProtesters in Portland, Oregon assembled to stop the war and occupation in Iraq, the possible invasion of Iran, among other issues. Nearly 500 people turned out. -
FDA Approves New Vaccine, Afluria, for Upcoming Flu SeasonAfluria, a new flu vaccine, has been approved by the FDA for adults. Afluria is the sixth flu vaccine to be available in the US.
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Latest EPA Report Shows that Skies Are Cleaner in Eastern United StatesA new report from the EPA shows that smog-forming emissions this summer were lower than the year before by 7%. Most states have significantly reduced their emissions of nitrogen oxides.
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Texas Now Leads the Nation in Wind Power ProductionA new report shows that Texas and other states are benefiting from adopting Renewable Electricity Standards. Local economies and consumers are also reaping the rewards.
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New Jersey Revises Plan to Reduce Air PollutionThe EPA has approved New Jersey's plan to reduce air pollutant emissions to comply with the Clean Air Interstate Rule.
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Fuel Efficiency Standards in United States on the RiseA new EPA report shows that the average fuel efficiency for light-duty vehicles in the US is increasing, but it still is short of CAFE standards.
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A Review of Lucy, the Daughter of the DevilCartoon Network's Adult Swim has finally brought back Lucy, The Daughter of the Devil, and there is a reason to be late to work on Monday morning. -
European Commission Joins Bush's Methane to Markets PartnershipThe EPA announced that the European Commission has joined the US's Methane to Markets Partnership. The initiative promotes the reduction of methane, which is more potent a greenhouse gas than carbon dioxide.
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Portland Demands that Congressman Blumenauer Push for Bush ImpeachmentCongressman Earl Blumenauer held a Town Hall in Portland in which voters turned out to push for impeachment proceeding against President Bush. -
Fall TV: the Simpsons 19th Season Premiere Lackluster at BestThe Simpsons have started out Season 19 with a wimper. Is the writing to blame? Yes.
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Fall TV Review: Gossip GirlGossip Girl has debuted on the CW, and it looks like the New York Version world of The OC but with more drinking.
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Fall TV Review: Kid NationKid Nation on CBS is not what it appears. Instead of a kids-only society, it's shameless competition.
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Fall TV Preview: 30 Rock on NBCNBC's 30 Rock just won Best Comedy at the Emmy's, but is anyone watching? They should be.
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Fall TV Preview: the SimpsonsThe Simpsons returns for their 19th season and here is the inside scoop.
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AOL, MSN Hotmail Won't Deliver Truthout.Org NewslettersFor many of those using email accounts through AOL and MSN, newsletters from Truthout.Org are being sent to their bulk mail folders rather than being delivered to their inboxes. AOL denies any such blocking, whereas MSN has admitted to "throttling" Truthout emails.
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K-Ville Premiere on Fox Fall TV Line-upFOX's K-Ville is one of the first and worst shows to debut this Fall TV season. Set in New Orleans, K-Ville is poorly written and at times, egregiously racist.
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Review of Prison Break Season Three PremierePrison Break's third season just started and the boys are back in the joint, with a week to break out. Sounds familiar... -
Trust Me: Skip Trust the ManTrust the Man is a film that strives to be a romantic comedy, but fails to be either. -
Sex and the City Syndrome: Go West, Young WomanThe US Census Bureau reports that the ratio of single men to single women varies from the Eastern US to the Western US. More single men live out west, and more single women live on the East Coast. -
Montana Looking to Buy More ParklandMontana Governor Brian Schweitzer wants to devote surplus funds to expanding the state park system. Montana has become a major draw for outdoor recreation tourism. -
Texas Governor Pushing for More Coal-Fired Power PlantsTexas is reviewing plans to build 19 new coal-fired power plants. Coal-fired power plants are among the highest polluting power plants. Texans are fighting the plans, as they will increase air pollution. -
Survey Shows Food Draws TourismA study by the Travel Industry Association shows that the number of travelers that engage in food- and wine-related activities is rising. -
Illinois to Follow in California's Carbon FootprintsIllinois has set the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 60% below 1990 levels by 2050. Illinois is becoming a leader in addressing global warming. -
"Noah's Ark" for Seeds to Open in Winter 2008The Norwegian Government and the Global Crop Diversity Trust have unveiled plans for the Svalbard Arctic Seed Vault. The Vault has been designed to protect seeds in the face of global warming. -
Bush Taking Public Comments on Polar BearsThe Public has less than two months to comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service's proposed listing of polar bears as endangered. Environmental groups are making it easy for you to help. -
West Town Tavern's Never Changing MenuWest Town Tavern in Chicago, Illinois is a welcome addition to a growing neighborhood drawing more and more nice restaurants. My advice: Go with the daily specials. -
Republicans Actually Regressing into the Dark AgesA new poll from the National Journal asked Democrats and Republican lawmakers if they thought that there was evidence that was beyond a reasonable doubt that human activity contributes to global warming. The results are frightening. -
CEO's Testify for Limits on Greenhouse GasesExecutives from major US corporations testified before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works urging Congress to regulate and limit greenhouse gas emissions. -
IPod Ban in Brooklyn: Sound IdeaNew York is considering a ban on iPods and cell phones in city crosswalks, after a man was hit by a bus while listening to his ipod. This is alarmism at its best. -
Anne Frank Almost Made it to the USPapers released from the YIVO Institute show that Otto Frank tried to obtain exit visas to save his family after the Nazi invasion. -
24's Torture Methods Criticized by MilitaryMilitary officials have met with producers of the Fox series, 24, to express concerns over the depiction of torture on the show. -
Pro Bowl Recycles!The 2007 Pro Bowl will promote recycling in tailgating festivities in the parking lots. Also, a "green" energy developer is making the event "carbon neutral." -
Connecticut Company Fined for Dumping into RiverHamilton Sundstrand, owned by United Technologies Corporation, has been fined by the EPA for violations of the Clean Water Act. Hamilton released excessive amounts of both chromium and copper into the Farmington River system. -
Southern California Set to Build New Dam in National ForestThe Federal Energy Regulatory Commission has approved a new 24-story dam to be built in Cleveland National Forest, an island of nature in the middle of Southern California's suburban maze of subdivisions. -
Canadian Mine Could Harm Montana WatersCline Mining is planning to build an open-pit mine in southeastern British Columbia that will pollute the Flathead River Basin. The Basin supports several species that are threatened or endangered, and the Flathead River forms the western boundary of Glacier National Park. -
Good News for Scottish Coral ReefBottom-trawling has been banned in Scottish waters that contain two sizable coral reefs. The deep-water coral provides vauable habitat for fish and other sea life, and are threatened by destructive nets dragged across the seabed. -
Explosion at Chemical Plant in Kansas CityA ChemCentral Plant exploded and lead to the evacuation of 500 people and six schools. The cause of the fire is unknown, and officials are urging people to stay inside. -
EPA Criticized by SenateThe head of the EPA went before a Senate sub-committee to answer allegations of relaxing environmental standards. The hearing focused on several decisions made late last year in 2006. -
State of Emergency for the OrangutanA new report from the United Nations warns of the impending loss of the Indonesian rainforest by 2022, ten years faster than previously estimated. This could have grave consequences for the last remaining orangutans. -
Indiana Jones Coming Memorial Day Weekend 2008Two websites have posted news that Paramount and Dreamworks have announced the release date for the Fourth Indiana Jones movie. Other news includes the cinematographer and that the release will be worldwide, not just in the US. -
Video Games Good for Your EyesA new study shows that video games can improve visual acuity and peripheral vision. These finding may prove benficial to stroke victims. -
I Could Not Stop Myself from Reading the Top Chef SpoilerThe winner of Top Chef was leaked before the finale aired, however, the was little surprise involved in the finals, as it was the villian and the plucky kid against each other. -
If Reality TV Fails Us, Who Do We Have Left?A Condo Association has filed suit to evict a Michigan family because of their unruly children that could not be helped by ABC's Supernanny. -
Department of the Interior Poised to Allow Coal Mining Expansion in Black MesaPeabody Coal has been mining in Black Mesa, Arizona for forty years, and during that time has used extensive amounts of underground water resources to transport coal slurry to power plants. -
IPCC Global Warming Report Draws CriticismA Candaian group has published an "independent summary for policymakers" to deny that global warming is mostly caused by human activity, namely the burning of fossil fuels. The Fraser Institute is known to be funded by ExxonMobil. -
EPA's 2008 Budget Fails to Address Climate ChangeThe 2008 EPA Budget commits more funding to restoring water resources. However, global warming is still left out of the budget, as better science is needed.
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YouTube Removes Viacom's Clips, but Not AllViacom, owner of MTV and Nickelodeon, has asked YouTube to remove over 100,000 clips from the video-sharing free service. So far, YouTube has only partly complied.
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Orange Snow Falls in RussiaOmsk reported orange and yellow snow over an area equal to 140 square miles. The tests have so far shown that the snow is not radioactive or toxic. -
Al Gore Nominated for Nobel Peace PrizeNorwegian Lawmakers have announced that they have nominated Al Gore for the Nobel Peace Prize. Gore is commended for his work to bring attention and raise funds to combat global warming. -
US Receives Bad Report Card on Ocean Protection and ManagementThe United States federal Government is sited for not doing enough to reverse the decline of our oceans, and Bush's proposed budget is not an actual increase. The C Minus is up from last year's D plus, however.
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US Fish and Wildlife Services Delists Grey Wolves from the Endangered Species ListThe US Fish and Wildlife Service has determined it is time to reduce federal protection for the Great Lakes population of the Eastern Timber Wolf, and the FWS has annouced that it will do the same with the Northern Rocky Mountain population. -
Luxury Resort Spells End of National Park and Dove Sanctuary in GrenadaThe Government of Grenada is planning on selling off Mount Hartman National Park to the Four Seasons and it could mean the end for the Grenada Dove, which number less than 180. -
New Report Blames Human Activity for Increased Rate of Glacial MeltingWith glaciers melting faster than the 1990's, expected sea level rise and reduced water sources poses a problem for all governments.
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California Continues Support for Climate Change LegislationCalifornia passes new rules to secure investment in power generation that comes from plants that are committed to reduced emissions of greenhouse gases.
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Why You Should Visit Port Angeles, WashingtonPort Angeles, Washington is a great spot to stay for those embarking on a visit to Olympic National Park, but also offers views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca. It is a quaint port town that offers nature lovers's myriad options for passing away the days. -
Traverse City, Michigan HighlightsTraverse City, Michigan is nestled in the northwest corner of the Lower Peninsula, and has served as the Midwest's playground for decades. Traverse City offers the finer things in life, from windswept sand dunes to powdery hills of ripe for skiing.
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Top Ten Songs by Modest MouseI endeavor to narrow down all of my favorite Modest Mouse songs into a neat little package of ten. This list is by no means exhaustive, as the band is prolific. -
Top Ten Songs by MadonnaMy top ten when it comes to Madonna, from the Material Girl to Madge. Even though most her music is infantile and inane, a gem peeks out from time to time, with the best of Madonna being the most recent. Does this mean good things for the future? -
Top Ten Songs by PJ HarveyAs a long-time fan of the English songstress, I offer my top ten list for the world to judge. The tiny woman with the big voice has made an indelible mark on music, both on her own, with other projects and singers, and in soundtracks. -
NBC Markets New Fall Shows Early With Help of NetflixNBC promotes two new shows by offering the pilots to potential viewers with the help of Netflix. Luckily, they picked two shows that just might give NBC some market share, for which the one-time juggernaut of TV primetime is desperate.
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Family Guy: Anticipating the New Season and Looking Back on What We Have Shared with the GriffinsWith The Simpsons growing a bit long in the tooth, FOX brought back their other dysfunctional family-based animated sitcom much to the delight of fans everywhere. Family Guy was cancelled, uncancelled, cancelled again, and then...well, read on.
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Hot Date: Faking Your Way Through the Wine ListHere's a quick reference for those who know nothing about wine and want to impress their date. I've learned a few things and offer a couple of pointers on what wine to order in a restaurant when taking out the girl of your dreams.
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A Few Days at Devil's Lake State ParkAn overview of Devil's Lake State Park and all of its trails and campgrounds. The Park offers numerous activites in every season, and the area features many attractions nearby the Park.
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NBC Finds a Hit with My Name is EarlMy Name is Earl prepares to become NBC's new hit comedy. It is the story of a jerk trying to make amends for a life of pranks and torture. Earl is played by Jason Lee and is backed up by a strong supporting cast. -
It's in the Stew with Kitchen ConfidentialThe premise is basic, while trying to seem deep: Bad-boy chef tries to make good while making good food. Kitchen Confidential is produced by Darren Star, the producer of Sex and the City, and based on the memoir of chef Anthony Bourdain. -
War of the Worlds: A War to End All Wars?A review of the 2005 film, War of the Worlds, a typical summer blockbluster from Steven Spielberg, doesn't live up to its over-hype.