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$735,000 RELEASED TO HUMBOLDT FOR BROWNFIELDS CLEAN-UP

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The office of Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: Senator Chuck Grassley today said that $735,000 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development was released to Humboldt for Brownfields clean-up at the Frit Industries site. This funding was secured by Grassley in the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill for fiscal 2008. "These federal funds will help clean-up the contamin more

'Adolescents affiliation with delinquent peers tied up in the genome'

Washington, Oct. 2 -- Adolescent males who possess a certain type of variation in a specific gene are more likely to develop affinity with delinquent peers, says a new study. In a landmark study, a research team led by Florida State University criminologist Kevin M. Beaver has established a link between affinity for antisocial peer groups and a particular variation (called the 10-repeat allele) of the dopamine transporter gene (DAT1). "This research is groundbreaking because it shows that more

'CONGRESS ENACTS MERCURY EXPORT BAN'

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Thomas H. Allen, D-Maine (1st CD), issued the following column: By U.S. Representative Tom Allen 1st Congressional District of Maine On September 29th, Congress sent the Mercury Export Ban Act of 2008 (S.906), to the White House for the President's signature. The bill, which I introduced in March, 2007 with U.S. Senators Barack Obama (D-IL) and Lisa Murkowski (R-AK), had passed the House and Senate by overwhelming margins. I am proud that my legislation will more

ADVANCE PARTY VOLUNTEERS ADJUST TO CHANGE

ABERDEEN, Md., Oct. 2 -- Aberdeen Proving Ground released the following issue of APG News: It wasn't exactly a wagon train heading across the prairie, but the first 50 advance party volunteers who moved earlier this year from Fort Monmouth to Aberdeen Proving Ground were and continue to be pioneers of sorts. Those who took the journey to work in the Edgewood Area of APG landed in buildings that had been dormant before being refurbished for use. "There were some problems at first," said more

AEDC WORKERS HELP NASA INCH CLOSER TO DEVELOPMENT OF NEW MANNED LAUNCH VEHICLE

ARNOLD AFB, Tenn., Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Arnold Engineering Development Center issued the following press release: By Philip Lorenz III AEDC/PA Data from a test at Arnold Engineering Development Center (AEDC) will be used to support a major NASA Constellation program milestone - the Vehicle Integration Preliminary Design Review (PDR). A team at AEDC's von Karman Facility has conducted aerodynamic heat transfer testing on Ares I's first stage, a reusable, man-rated, solid rocket more

American Business Media Honors Best In Business Advertising At 2008 Ceba Awards Ceremony

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The American Business Media issued the following news release: BBDO was honored with the Grand CEBA Award and accompanying $25,000 prize for their GE "Global Ecomagination" campaign during American Business Media's 13th Annual Creative Excellence in Business Advertising (CEBA) Awards last night. Approximately 250 industry superstars filled the Allen Room at Jazz at Lincoln Center in New York City to celebrate outstanding business advertising achievements in publication more

ANGELO STATE UNIVERSITY, TEXAS TECH STUDENTS AWARDED IBM INTERNSHIPS

SAN ANGELO, Texas, Oct. 1 -- Angelo State University issued the following news release: Angelo State University, IBM and the State of Texas Data Center housed at ASU have joined forces to design a ground-breaking new program that will provide quality internships to students from ASU and Texas Tech University. Three ASU undergraduate students and a graduate student from Texas Tech are the first beneficiaries of the new program, beginning their internships this semester at the data center th more

Area Job Postings for October

INA, Ill., Oct. 1 -- Rend Lake College issued the following news release: FEDEX PART-TIME PACKAGE HANDLER-Marion- Primary responsibility is to unload and load vans and trailers. We offer multiple shifts to fit your schedule. To be eligible for the position, you must be able to lift packages that vary in size and weight from 1 to 100 lbs regularly in a fast-paced environment. You must be at least 18 years of age and no longer enrolled in high school. You must be able to work same shift all more

ARMY LEADERS AT NYC CEREMONY ANTICIPATE MEETING RECRUITING GOAL

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: Secretary of the Army Pete Geren presided over a ceremony Wednesday morning in which nine future Soldiers took the oath of enlistment as part of celebrating the all-volunteer Army's anticipated success in achieving its recruiting goal. The Active Army recruiting goal for the fiscal year that ended Tuesday was 80,000 Soldiers and the final recruiting numbers achieved will be released by the Department of Defense later this more

ATTORNEY GENERAL CUOMO SUES BUSH EPA OVER WATER POLLUTION LOOPHOLE THREATENS NEW YORK STATE WATERWAYS, DRINKING WATER

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The New York State Attorney General issued the following news release: Attorney General Andrew M. Cuomo today announced that he is fighting an illegal ruling by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that could hurt New York's fishing industry and contaminate drinking water. Cuomo is leading a coalition of nine states in suing the EPA for creating an illegal loophole in the federal Clean Water Act by refusing to control the transfer of polluted water from one water more

ATTORNEY GENERAL'S OFFICE FILES BRIEF AGAINST POWER PLANT

ALBUQUERQUE, N.M., Oct. 2 -- The New Mexico Attorney General issued the following news release: Attorney General Gary King's office today filed its brief in support of New Mexico's appeal of the federal Environmental Protection Agency's issuance of an air quality permit for the proposed Desert Rock coal-fired power plant in the northwest part of the state. The AG's appeal, in collaboration with the N.M. Environment Department, was filed with the federal Environment Appeals Board (EAB) in W more

BALAD PJS, CSAR TRAIN SO 'THAT OTHERS MAY LIVE'

JOINT BASE BALAD, Iraq, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following press release: By Staff Sgt. Andrea Thacker Air Forces Central Public Affairs - Combined Air and Space Operations Center Air Force Combat Search and Rescue assets spend countless hours training for a mission they hope to never execute. Since staying proficient and current on operational training is vital for Balad pararescuemen, a team of them recently teamed with HH-60G Pave Hawk crews from the 66th Expeditionar more

BALANCING BACTERIA, BIRTH CONTROL BENEFITS

MOSCOW, Idaho, Oct. 2 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: Sometimes scientific research requires traveling halfway around the world, even when studying people only miles away. Yi Shi, a graduate student at the Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine in Shanghai, China, recently learned this lesson when she spent the past couple of months in Moscow using University of Idaho laboratory facilities. Her research focus is the bacteria naturally present in a w more

BAN ON SMOKING IN PUBLIC COMES INTO FORCE

New Delhi, Oct 2 (UNI) After years of efforts to make India smoke-free, a ban on smoking in public places in the country has finally come into force today. The new law is yet to have any impact in Uttar Pradesh while confusion prevails in West Bengal on how to implement the rule in the absence of official order and policy guidelines. In Chennai, Union Health Minister Anbumani Ramadoss said the smoke free work place would not only discourage smokers from smoking but also provide safe work more

Baylor Student Receives EPA Fellowship

WACO, Texas, Oct. 1 -- Baylor University, a component of the public university system in Texas, issued the following news release: Jason Taylor, a Baylor University biology doctoral student, has received a highly competitive Science to Achieve Results (STAR) fellowship from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. The fellowship, which is limited to the most outstanding graduate students in ecological and environmental science in the country, provides $111,000 over a three year period to more

BELLMOOR INN AND SPA RECOGNIZED AS DELAWARE GREEN LODGING HOTEL

REHOBOTH BEACH, Del., Oct. 2 -- Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control issued the following news release: The Bellmoor Inn and Spa of Rehoboth Beach was recognized today as the first hotel in Sussex County to receive Delaware Green Lodging certification. The announcement was made by Delaware Green Lodging partners - the Delaware Department of Natural Resources and Environmental Control and the Delaware Hotel & Lodging Association. Scott Thomas, director of South more

BOISE STATE UNIVERSITY RECEIVES 2008 ENVIROGUARD AWARD FROM MAYOR FOR COMMITMENT TO ENVIRONMENT

BOISE, Idaho, Oct. 1 - Boise State University issued the following news release: Boise State University was one of three organizations presented with the EnviroGuard Award by City of Boise Mayor David Bieter on Oct. 1 for its commitment to the environment, joining Barger-Mattson Auto Supply and St. Luke's Regional Medical Center. "It's important to recognize businesses taking unique and creative approaches to ensuring the sustainability and livability of this community," Mayor Bieter said. more

BUILDING CULTURAL BRIDGES FROM NORTH AFRICA, MIDDLE EAST, SOUTH ASIA TO IDAHO

MOSCOW, Idaho, Oct. 2 -- The University of Idaho issued the following news release: There is a big gap - geographically and culturally - between North Africa, the Middle East, South Asia and the small town of Moscow, Idaho. A group of 11 international students attending the University of Idaho are bridging that distance thanks to a grant from the Near East and South Asia Undergraduate Exchange program (NESA UGRAD). "This program brings a wonderful diverse group of students from these coun more

BULLYING OF TEENAGERS ONLINE IS COMMON, UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT LOS ANGELES PSYCHOLOGISTS REPORT

LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 2 -- The University of California at Los Angeles issued the following press release: Nearly three in four teenagers say they were bullied online at least once during a recent 12-month period, and only one in 10 reported such cyber-bullying to parents or other adults, according to a new study by UCLA psychologists. Of those who were bullied online, 85 percent also have been bullied at school, the psychologists found. The probability of getting bullied online was su more

Bush hails Congressional approval of n-deal

Washington, Oct. 2 -- President George Bush has hailed the Senate approval of the India-US civil nuclear deal saying it will strengthen "global nuclear non-proliferation efforts, protect the environment, create jobs, and assist India in meeting its growing energy needs in a responsible manner." "I look forward to signing this bill into law and continuing to strengthen the US-India Strategic Partnership," he said in a statement issued shortly after the Senate Wednesday approved the legislation more

Bush hails passage of Indo-US nuclear deal by Senate

Washington, Oct. 2 -- US President George W Bush today hailed the Senate's approval of the Indo-US civil nuclear deal and said that it would strengthen global efforts to stall the spread of nuclear weapons. In a statement Bush said, "This legislation will strengthen our global nuclear nonproliferation efforts, protect the environment, create jobs, and assist India in meeting its growing energy needs in a responsible manner." He also said that he was looking forward to sign the bill into more

BYU to Honor Seven During 2008 Homecoming

PROVO, Utah, Oct. 1 -- Brigham Young University issued the following news release: Brigham Young University will recognize seven outstanding alumni and friends during Homecoming activities in October. J. Blair Buswell (BA '82), James S. Olson (BA '67), Steven T. Densley (BS '70), and Michael K. Young (BA '73) will each receive the Distinguished Service Award. In addition, Sean D. Reyes (BA '94) will receive the first-ever Young Alumni Distinguished Service Award, Alice Schindler Cannon (BA '5 more

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY AT CHANNEL ISLANDS OCTOBER EVENTS INCLUDE ELECTION RELATED LECTURES, CAMPUS TO CONGRESS, RENOWNED GUEST SPEAKERS

CAMARILLO, Calif., Sept. 30 -- California State University Channel Islands issued the following press release: California State University Channel Islands has several events scheduled for the month of October. The following information details some of the events faculty, staff, and students have organized and scheduled that will be happening both on and off the CSUCI campus. Additional events and details are listed on the CSUCI calendar, which can be accessed through a link on the home page o more

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY AT MONTEREY BAY'S 'COLLEGE PORTRAIT' NOW AVAILABLE

SEASIDE, Calif., Sept. 30 -- California State University Monterey Bay issued the following news release: California State University, Monterey Bay is one of 302 U.S. public universities as part of a joint effort to make sure a wide range of useful statistical information about the institution is available on the Web for use by students, parents and other constituents. CSU President Dianne Harrison on Sunday announced the university's participation in the nationwide Voluntary System of Acco more

CALIFORNIA'S ENERGY REQUIREMENTS TO BE WEIGHED AGAINST ENVIRONMENTAL NEEDS IN TALK AT UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT SAN DIEGO ECONOMICS ROUNDTABLE ON OCT. 14

LA JOLLA, Calif., Oct. 1 -- The University of California at San Diego issued the following press release: At a time of economic crisis, when consumers and industrial managers all seek the best possible prices for basic commodities-water, telecommunications, electricity, postal and other services-Frank Wolak, professor of commodity price studies at Stanford University, will address the UC San Diego Economics Roundtable on October 14, placing these demands into perspective with claims of the en more

Campaign to turn Chandigarh vegetarian

Chandigarh, Oct. 2 -- A students organisation wants to turn Chandigarh into a city of vegetarians. They've made a good beginning by persuading the owner of a non-vegetarian eating joint to switch over to vegetarian food. Members of YES!+ club (Youth empowerment and skills workshop), a youth wing of Art of Living, have brought this change with the power of persuasion. "We were on a tree plantation drive at Punjab Engineering College (PEC) here when we noticed a restaurant operating inside t more

CAREER EXPO OF PALOUSE 2008 TO BE HELD OCT. 8

PULLMAN, Wash., Oct. 2 -- Washington State University issued the following news release: The Career Expo of the Palouse 2008 will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 8, at Beasley Performing Arts Coliseum. The Expo is co-sponsored by Washington State University's Office of Career Services and the University of Idaho's Office of Career and Professional Planning. It is one of the largest in the Pacific Northwest, bringing more than 100 employers and graduate schools from around th more

CHIEF ACADEMIC OFFICER PETERSON SCHEDULED TO RETIRE FROM SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY IN 2010

BROOKINGS, S.D., Oct. 1 -- South Dakota State University issued the following news release: Dr. Carol Peterson, the chief academic officer at South Dakota State University since 1987, has announced her decision to resign as provost and vice president for academic affairs, effective at the end of the current academic year, and will start a transition toward retirement in 2010. Peterson will serve in an advisory capacity during the 2009-2010 academic year, continuing to lead the Higher Learn more

CIVIL NUKE DEAL TO STRENGTHEN INDO-US STRATEGIC TIES: MULFORD

New Delhi, Oct 2 (UNI) The landmark Indo-US civilian nuclear deal that was approved by the US Senate in Washington last night will move India out of nuclear isolation into becoming a major power in the world and strengthen the (nuclear) non-proliferation system, US Ambassador to India David Mulford said here today. The US Senate last night overwhelmingly approved the landmark Indo-US nuclear deal, removing the last hurdle in lifting the 34-year-old global ban on the sale of nuclear fuel and more

CONGRESS MP FILES POLICE COMPLAINT AGAINST ASSAM MINISTER

Guwahati, Oct 1 (UNI) Congress MP (Guwahati) Kirip Chaliha today filed a complaint against Assam Environment Minister Rakibul Hussain for allegedly ''masterminding an attack'' on him. Both Mr Chaliha and Mr Hussain are from the Congress party. Addressing a press conference here this evening, Mr Chalia released the complaint letter he had submitted to Assam DGP R N Mathur about the alleged involvement of Hussain in the attack. The alleged attack came yesterday afternoon when Chaliha was r more

CONTRACTS FOR EXCELLENCE APPROVED FOR 26 SCHOOL DISTRICTS

ALBANY, N.Y., Oct. 2 -- The New York State Department of Education issued the following press release: State Education Commissioner Richard Mills announced today the approval of Contracts for Excellence between the Department and 26 school districts throughout the State. The Department continues to work with the remaining 13 districts to finalize their Contracts. State law requires that certain districts - those that have at least one school in need of improvement and received an increase more

CORPS' NORTH ATLANTIC DIVISION ENGAGED IN LEED

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command issued the following magazine article: by Katisha Draughn The U.S. Army embraces a concept in environmental stewardship that offers the opportunity to protect the environment and showcase the art of "building green." That concept is the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design. LEED was developed by the U.S. Green Building Council, which is a nonprofit organization that encourages sustainability in how building more

DEPARTMENT OF ECOLOGY ADDING VEHICLE EMISSIONS LABEL, UPDATING 'CLEAN CARS' RULE

OLYMPIA, Wash., Oct. 2 -- The Washington state Department of Ecology issued the following news release: Beginning next year, car buyers in Washington state will be aided by a new label that details a new vehicle's emissions of climate-changing greenhouse gases. The 2008 Legislature directed the Washington Department of Ecology (Ecology) to develop an "environmental performance" label that displays clear, easy-to-understand information about new vehicles' emissions of greenhouse gases and s more

DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENT AND NATURAL RESOURCES EXTENDS DEADLINE TO COMMENT ON DRAFT AIR PERMIT FOR HYPERION ENERGY CENTER

PIERRE, S.D., Oct. 2 -- The South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) announced it is extending the public comment period on the draft Prevention of Significant Deterioration preconstruction air quality permit for the proposed Hyperion Energy Center in Union County. The department is extending the 30-day comment period by another 31 days. Under the extension, DENR must receive comm more

DOE ANNOUNCES LOAN GUARANTEE APPLICATIONS FOR NUCLEAR POWER PLANT CONSTRUCTION

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following press release: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) today announced it has received 19 Part I applications from 17 electric power companies for federal loan guarantees to support the construction of 14 nuclear power plants in response to its June 30, 2008 solicitation. The applications reflect the intentions of those companies to build 21 new reactors, with some applications covering two reactors at the same site. All fiv more

EICHINGER NAMED TO ASHTON PROFESSORSHIP IN CIVIL ENGINEERING

IOWA CITY, Iowa, Oct. 1 -- The University of Iowa's College of Engineering issued the following news release: The University of Iowa College of Engineering has appointed William Eichinger, professor of civil and environmental engineering in the University of Iowa College of Engineering and faculty research engineer at IIHR-Hydroscience & Engineering, to the William D. Ashton Professorship in Civil Engineering. The new professorship was created in August and honors UI engineering graduate W more

ENERGY AND WATER RESOURCES - A LEADERSHIP PERSPECTIVE

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command issued the following magazine article: by Brig. Gen. Dennis Rogers Garrison energy managers are facing a complex set of challenges regarding management of energy and water resources. These challenges include increasing costs, aging and constrained delivery infrastructure, and customers not motivated to conserve. To reduce the potential impact of these escalating issues, the federal government has passed energy legis more

ENGAGEMENT CENTER UNITES CAMPUS, COMMUNITY

PLATTEVILLE, Wis., Oct. 2 -- The University of Wisconsin-Platteville issued the following news release: Two University of Wisconsin-Platteville faculty have taken the first steps to enhance service-learning programs on campus. The Pioneer Academic Center for Community Engagement aims to nurture a campus environment that empowers students, faculty, staff and community partners to experience, grow and make a difference. "One of the goals of this program is to take the student 'out to the cra more

ENVIRONMENT CLEAN YAMUNA PEOPLE PARTICIPATION TWO LAST MUSSOORIE

Stressing need for more initiatives on the lines of the 'Yamuna Yatra', Acord chairman Prof M D G Koreth said, ''To ensure fructification of efforts for the river's cleaning, the citizens of Delhi need to be given a partnership role in the process. ''The RWAs need to be given a role of giving regular feedback about the progress of cleanliness in their areas.'' Prof Koreth said the ACORD planned to use a multi-pronged approach in the 'Campaign mode' using principles of social marketing to m more

ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE CONTROL OF INVASIVE MUSSELS MADE POSSIBLE BY DOE-FUNDED PROJECT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory issued the following press release: In a project funded by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), researchers have developed an environmentally safe bacterial toxin to control zebra and quagga mussels, two non-native, invasive species that have found their way into the waterways of 25 states over the past two decades, fouling the aquatic environment as they spread. The new bio-pesticide was derived fr more

EPA SETTLES HAZARDOUS WASTE VIOLATIONS WITH WEST CHESTER CHEMICAL COMPANY

PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 1 -- The Environmental Protection Agency Region 3 office issued the following news release: EPA and Sartomer Company, Inc. have settled hazardous waste violations at the company's facility at 610 South Bolmar St., West Chester, Pa. EPA cited Sartomer for violating the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA), the federal law governing the treatment, storage, and disposal of hazardous waste. RCRA is designed to protect public health and the environment, and avoid cos more

EPA SETTLES WITH COLVILLE TRIBAL ENTERPRISE FOR HAZARDOUS WASTE HANDLING VIOLATIONS

INCHELIUM, Wash., Oct. 1 -- The Environmental Protection Agency Region 10 office issued the following news release: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) issued a Consent Agreement and Final Order (CAFO) to the Colville Tribal Enterprise Corp. (CTEC) and its Inchelium Wood Treatment Plant (IWTP). As part of the settlement IWTP has agreed to cleanup all areas of the facility that have been contaminated with wood treating preservative chromated copper arsenate (CCA) a listed hazardous more

EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 11: GOV. PATERSON ISSUES ORDER ESTABLISHING COMMISSION TO UNDERTAKE STATE ASSET ANALYSIS, RECOMMEND STANDARDS, LEGISLATION TO MAXIMIZE VALUE AND USE OF SUCH ASSETS

ALBANY, N.Y., Oct. 2 -- Gov. David Paterson, D-N.Y., has issued the following executive order: WHEREAS, alliances with the private sector can potentially increase value to both public property and services by combining private sector efficiencies with appropriate government oversight; WHEREAS, the State has critical physical and non-physical assets, including an extensive, aging transportation infrastructure, which could be repaired, maintained, replaced, enhanced or financed through allia more

EXPO ON BENEFICIAL REPTILES

Tiruchirapalli, Oct 2 (UNI) A three-day exhibition on benificial reptiles commenced here today. It is organised by the the city-based Barn Owl Nature Club (BONC) to commemorate the 'WILD LIFE WEEK 2008.' BONC Director B Venkataramani said the main aim of the exhibition was to create awareness about the richness and the diversity of nature and need to conserve the environment and the habitat. Dr Venkataramani,who was Former Head,Analytical Chemistry Division of Bhabha Atomic Research Ce more

ExxonMobil Foundation Gives $1.6 Million to Launch College Preparatory Program in Four Public High Schools in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS, La., Oct. 2 -- Tulane University issued the following news release: With one of the largest donations of its kind to support public school students in New Orleans, the ExxonMobil Foundation today gave $1.6 million dollars to Tulane University's Cowen Institute to establish an advanced placement training and incentive program. The pilot program will be rolled out in four public high schools in Orleans Parish over the next five years aimed at providing high school students with the more

Financial Crisis Topic of Panel Discussion at WVU Business School

MORGANTOWN, W.Va., Oct. 2 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: A panel of West Virginia University business scholars and area banking executives will discuss the nation's financial crisis and efforts to resolve it Monday, Oct. 6, at West Virginia University. The forum - "Panel on Financial Crisis and Bailout Proposals" - will begin at 7 p.m. in Room 459 of the College of Business and Economics Building. The event, which is open to the public, is sponsored by the n more

Florida Inventors Develop Harsh Environment Connector

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- James L. Cairns and Stewart M. Barlow, both of Ormond Beach, Fla., have developed a harsh environment connector with single-level or dual-level bladder. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A connector, such as for harsh environments, may include first and second connector portions being movable between unmated and mated positions. The first connector portion may include a first base, a male contact carried by the first base a more

Florida Inventors Develop Target Analyte Measurement System

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- Bryan Truex of Belleair Beach, Fla., and Charles Loomis of Tampa, Fla., have developed a method for detecting target analyte. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A system for the measurement of a target analyte is provided including a detection apparatus and a reading apparatus. The detection apparatus, or 'carrier', includes a pyroelectric transducer ('pyroelectric film') and one or more reagent concentrations ('reagent deposi more

FORT HOOD AMONG FEDERAL GOVERNMENT'S TOP ACHIEVERS IN ENERGY, WATER CONSERVATION

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command issued the following magazine article: by Christine Luciano Fort Hood, Texas, was named the 2008 Secretary of the Army Energy and Water Management, Innovative New Technology Award winner and the 2008 Federal Energy and Water Management Award winner. Fort Hood was recognized for leveraging technology to improve efficiency and promote energy awareness. On Aug. 4, at the Army Energy Forum in Phoenix, the Fort Hood Dire more

FORT MEADE DEMONSTRATIONS TEST LEDS IN FREEZER ROOMS, FIBER OPTICS IN DISPLAY CASES

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command issued the following magazine article: by Steven Parker and Graham Parker Demonstration projects at Fort George G. Meade, Md., substituted LED lighting for incandescent bulbs in commissary walk-in freezers and fiber optic lighting in reach-in display cases. The goal was to reduce energy consumption, and the results were positive in more ways than one. LEDs in freezer rooms To support the high business volume, the more

Fragments on his mind, Subhan Limbu

Kathmandu, Oct. 2 -- By his own admission, Subhan Limbu calls himself "pure Dharane." Born in Dharan, he grew up in Dharan and Kathamndu. Subhan considers himself very lucky to have been born in a musical family where his father, Subarna Limbu, is a well-known bassist, composer and arranger of his time. He is, however, a self-taught musician: "Although I grew up in musical surroundings and many popular singers and musicians came to our house as they were friends of my father, neither they no more

FRIENDS REACH OUT TO RIVERLAND STUDENTS IN HONOR OF LIZ

AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 2 -- Riverland Community College issued the following news release: John Moen of Gopher Sport, Gauher Mohammad of Doherty Staffing Solutions, Judd Dingmann of Gopher Sport, and Brad Reuter of SPX, presented the Riverland Community College Foundation with a check for $7,756.80 at the Owatonna College and University Center on September 8. The friends, deemed the "Circle of Friends," organized the Circle of Friends Golf Tournament held August 9 at Hidden Creek Golf Club. The more

GANDHI JAYANTI OBSERVED IN MANIPUR

Imphal, Oct 2 (UNI) Mahatma Gandhi, the father of nation, was fondly remembered on his 139th birth anniversary in Manipur today. Governor Gurchachan Jagat, Chief Minister O Ibobi Singh, and his council of ministers, MLAs and large numbers of people offered floral tribute to the statue of Mahatma Gandhi at the Gandhi Memorial hall here. Devotional songs were presented on the occasion. Governor Gurchachan Jagat said the day was very significance for the countymen and urged the people to more

Georgia Inventors Develop Multi-Chamber Canister

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 3 -- Joseph T. Dolensky of Kennesaw, Ga., Robert J. Maddox, Jr. of Cartersville, Ga., and Robert W. Murdoch of Acworth, Ga., have developed a high output concentrator. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A multi-chamber canister for a pressure swing absorption system within a general housing assembly. The chambers include a first molecular sieve chamber for receiving a first molecular sieve for separating air from the ambient envir more

GOV. RILEY PROCLAIMS OCT. 12-18 AS EARTH SCIENCE WEEK

MONTGOMERY, Ala., Oct. 1 -- Gov. Bob Riley, R-Ala., issued the following proclamation: WHEREAS, geology and the other earth sciences are fundamental to the safety, health and welfare of Alabamians and to the economy of Alabama; and WHEREAS, the earth sciences are integral to finding, developing, and conserving mineral, energy, biologic, and water resources needed for Alabama's continuing prosperity; and WHEREAS, the earth sciences provide the fundamental basis of understanding the earth more

GOV. RILEY PROCLAIMS OCT. 27-31 AS ALABAMA HEALTHCARE FACILITIES AND ENGINEERING WEEK

MONTGOMERY, Ala., Oct. 1 -- Gov. Bob Riley, R-Ala., issued the following proclamation: WHEREAS, health facilities and engineering management is a diverse practice of managing the physical, technological and support services of healthcare facilities; and WHEREAS, the individuals who work in this area have responsibility for integrating the principles of planning, operations and business management with engineering and medical sciences to create and preserve a safe and effective environment more

GOV. SCHWARZENEGGER HOLDS PRESS CONFERENCE TO SIGN SB 375

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 1 -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, R-Calif., issued the text of the following speech: SECRETARY ADAMS: Good afternoon, everyone, thank you for being here. It's very hot out today, so we'll get going and make it quick. And thank you very much for joining us today to celebrate a major milestone toward meeting our AB 32 goals and in our fight against global warming. This was really an unprecedented coalition that made this bill a reality and I have a long, long list of more

GOVERNOR HOLDS PRESS CONFERENCE TO HIGHLIGHT AB 31, AB 2494 BILL SIGNINGS

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 2 -- Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger, R-Calif., issued the text of the following speech: DIRECTOR JACOBS: Welcome, everyone. I'm Lynn Jacobs, director of Housing and Community Development and I'm delighted to see all of you here to celebrate the signing of two very important bills that will both increase parks and housing for all of our wonderful residents of California. And I'd especially like to thank the Governor for his leadership on our Strategic Growth Plan, which al more

Graduate Programs Highlighted At SIUE Open House

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Oct. 2 -- Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville issued the following text of a speech by the chancellor: Applying to graduate school may seem daunting but Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will help take away some of the mystery during an open house in two sessions from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16. The Second Annual Graduate Programs Open House at SIUE will give prospective students the facts about the 69 graduate programs offered at SIUE. more

Graduate Programs Highlighted At SIUE Open House

EDWARDSVILLE, Ill., Oct. 2 -- Southern Illinois University at Edwardsville issued the following news release: Applying to graduate school may seem daunting but Southern Illinois University Edwardsville will help take away some of the mystery during an open house in two sessions from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. and 5-7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 16. The Second Annual Graduate Programs Open House at SIUE will give prospective students the facts about the 69 graduate programs offered at SIUE. Conducted in Goshe more

GREATER PEOPLE PARTICIPATION MUST FOR CLEAN YAMUNA: EXPERTS

By Rajesh Ahuja Mussoorie, Uttarakhand, Oct 2 (UNI) Even as the Delhi government and Delhi Jal Board are engaged in efforts to clean the Yamuna through innovative ventures like the Interceptor Sewage Treatment Project, those involved in the river's cleaning are of the view that greater people's participation in the ''Clean Yamuna Campaign'' is a must to ensure fructification of steps taken in this direction. ''Since a clean Yamuna is most vital for the health of Delhiites, there is a need f more

Greenhouse Open House

NORTON, Mass., Oct. 2 -- Wheaton College issued the following press release: The Wheaton College greenhouses will offer an open house and repotting clinic on Monday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Horticulturalist and greenhouse caretaker Jane Young will be available to answer questions.Bromeliad The greenhouses, located at the rear of the Science Center, are open four times each academic year. Visitors are encouraged to bring a houseplant they wish to repot. Soil and pots will be availab more

HALLOWEEN EVENTS BY PARKS AND RECREATION

NAPLES, Fla., Oct. 2 -- Collier County issued the following news release: With six Halloween parties and celebration, you are sure to get into the holiday spirit. Family Halloween Ball Friday, Oct. 17 ? 7-9 p.m. ? Cost: $15 per family ? Vineyards Community Park ? 6231 Arbor Blvd. ? Call (239) 353-9669 Come dressed in costume and dance the night away as a family with fun, creativity and in a safe environment. Ghost and Goblin Costume Party Saturday, Oct. 18 ? 1:30-4 p.m. ? A more

HEALTH OFFICIALS WARN PUBLIC ABOUT INGESTING DANGEROUS PLANT - MOONFLOWER

GOLDEN, Colo., Oct. 2 -- Jefferson County issued the following news release: Jefferson County Department of Health and Environment (JCDHE), in conjunction with the Rocky Mountain Poison Center (RMPC) and the Colorado Department of Health and Environment (CDPHE), has issued a public health warning about the dangers of ingesting a local growing weed, commonly called moonflower. Moonflower typically refers to toxic and potentially lethal hallucinogenic plants of the Solanaceae family, Datura more

HIGH TRANSIT COSTS, ISOLATION FROM WORLD MARKETS, WEIGH DOWN GROWTH IN LANDLOCKED COUNTRIES, MINISTERS TELL ASSEMBLY'S HIGH-LEVEL MEETING

UNITED NATIONS, Oct. 2 -- The United Nations issued the following press release: United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon today sounded "alarm bells" in the General Assembly that time was running out to help the world's 31 landlocked developing countries surmount the severe infrastructure and transport constraints that had curtailed their economic growth and continually eclipsed opportunities to integrate into the world trading system. The Secretary-General addressed some 25 delegates more

Hoisting a New Flag to Combat Pirate Fishing: Blacklist.Greenpeace.Org

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Greenpeace International issued the following news release: Greenpeace today launched an online database of fishing vessels involved in illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing, and the companies that own them. The global environmental organisation launched its 'IUU blacklist' as the West and Central Pacific Fisheries Commission meets in Pohnpei, Federated States of Micronesia, to discuss increased regulation of tuna fishing in the Pacific where IUU fishing o more

HONDA SIEL LAUNCHES ALL-NEW HONDA CITY CAR

Chennai, Sept 30 (UNI) Honda Siel Cars India, leading manufacturer of premium cars in India, today launched its all-new third generation Honda City car with a new design, new engine, spacious cabin and equipped with various active and passive safety features. The all-new Honda City, which has been designed for Indian market was unveiled by M Takedagawa, President and CEO, Honda Siel Cars India in Chennai. "With its aesthetically appealing strong and sleek exterior style, the third gener more

House Subcommittee Looks Into Veteran's Benefits

WASHINGTON, Sept. 29 -- The Government Accountability Office released the following testimonies pertaining to issues and events affecting U.S. interests during the week of Sept. 15 - 21: * American Samoa: Issues Associated with Some Federal Court Options, by William O. Jenkins, Jr., director, homeland security and justice, before the House Natural Resources, Insular Affairs Subcommittee. GAO-08-1124T, Sept. 18. http://www.gao.gov/cgi-bin/getrpt?GAO-08-1124T Highlights - http://www.gao.gov/h more

HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE MOBILE COLLECTION SERVICE IN GREENE, SULLIVAN, UNICOI COUNTIES ON OCT. 11

NASHVILLE, Tenn., Oct. 2 -- The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation issued the following news release: The Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation's mobile household hazardous waste collection service will be in Greene, Sullivan and Unicoi Counties on October 11. "Our household hazardous waste mobile collection service provides the people of Tennessee with a safe, environmentally friendly way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals and other potentially haz more

IMF STAFF MISSION ISSUES STATEMENT ON BURKINA FASO

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following statement: An International Monetary Fund (IMF) team, led by Mr. Norbert Funke, visited Burkina Faso during September 17-October 1, 2008 to conduct the third review under the three-year economic program supported by the Poverty Reduction and Growth Facility (PRGF), the IMF's concessional facility for low-income countries. It reviewed economic developments and prospects, the impact of high food and oil prices, and the a more

INFORMAL CITY COUNCIL LISTENING SESSION PLANNED FOR OCT. 13

JANESVILLE, Wis., Oct. 2 -- The city of Janesville issued the following news release: An informal Council listening session is planned for October 13 at 6PM in the Municipal Building fourth floor break room (18 N. Jackson Street). During this session, citizens have the opportunity to meet with Councilmembers individually or in small groups in an informal and casual environment. Citizens may choose to stay for the entire session or they may come and go as their schedule allows. This session ta more

Infrared echoes give clues to supernova's first moments

Washington, Oct. 2 -- Using data from NASA's Spitzer Space Telescope, scientists have determined that hot spots near the shattered remains of an exploded star are echoing the blast's first moments. According to Eli Dwek of NASA's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, and Richard Arendt of the University of Maryland, Baltimore County, these echoes are powered by radiation from the supernova shock wave that blew the star apart some 11,000 years ago. "We're seeing the supernova more

Japanese Inventors Develop Diffraction Element

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- Hiromasa Sato and Yoshiharu Ooi, both of Fukushima, Japan, have developed a diffraction element. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A diffraction element having concave/convex-like diffraction gratings in its two surfaces from which at least two separated light beams can be taken in the same direction without changing largely the propagating direction of diffracted light even if the temperature of the operating environment cha more

Japanese Inventors Develop Porous Ceramic Structure Manufacturing Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- Yumi Toda of Neyagawa, Japan, Yukihisa Wada of Nisshin, Japan, and Yasushi Noguchi of Nagoya, Japan, have developed a method for making ceramic structure. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A method for manufacturing a porous ceramic structure which can produce a high porosity ceramic structure as well as a low porosity ceramic structure without causing cracks at the time of firing. A method for manufacturing a porous ceramic more

KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY HISTORY DEPARTMENT TO HOST 2008 WORKSHOP FOR HISTORY OF ENVIRONMENT, AGRICULTURE, TECHNOLOGY, SCIENCE

MANHATTAN, Kan., Oct. 1 -- Kansas State University issued the following news release: The department of history at Kansas State University will play host to a special event for promising graduate students from across the U.S. and Canada. The 2008 Workshop for the History of Environment, Agriculture, Technology and Science will be Saturday, Oct. 4, at K-State's Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art. The workshop is for graduate students whose research investigates the intersections betwee more

KEEP OREGON FREE OF CHRONIC WASTING DISEASE-GET YOUR DEER, ELK CHECKED

SALEM, Ore., Oct. 1 -- The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife issued the following news release: Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife remind hunters who harvest a deer or elk to have the animal checked for Chronic Wasting Disease. Also, hunters need to follow regulations that prohibit the import of any deer, elk or moose parts containing central nervous system tissue into Oregon from states or Canadian provinces with CWD. CWD is an untreatable neurological disease that is always fata more

LENOIR COMMUNITY COLLEGE MAKING EFFORT TO KEEP NEW NURSES AT THE HOSPITAL

KINSTON, N.C., Oct. 2 -- Lenoir Community College issued the following news release: In 1987, 67 percent of all registered nurses in North Carolina worked in hospitals. By 2003, that number had dropped to just less than 55 percent. And in 2007, despite the total number of RNs in state being as high as it's ever been, the percentage of those working in hospitals was at 54 percent. "It's not a new trend," Misty Emory of Lenoir Memorial Hospital said. "The average span for a new graduate i more

LESBIAN, GAY, BISEXUAL, TRANSGENDER, QUEER, QUESTIONING, ALLY HISTORY MONTH TO BE OBSERVED IN OCTOBER

LINCOLN, Neb., Oct. 2 -- The University of Nebraska issued the following news release: October is LGBTQA (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Ally) History Month. Events sponsored by LGBTQA Programs and Services at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln will be held in the Nebraska Union throughout the month to celebrate the theme "Intersecting Identities." "This year, LGBTQA Programs and Services has coordinated a schedule of events for LGTBQA History Month that reflects more

LHI wins Silver for Export of Knowledge at NCE awards

Colombo, Oct. 2 -- Lanka Hydraulic Institute (LHI) takes home the "National Exporter of the Year" Silver Award for 2007, in the Export of Business and Professionals Services category at the 16th Annual National Chamber of Exporters of Sri Lanka Award ceremony held at Colombo Hilton recently. The NCE Export Award ceremony which is held annually is where all local exporters of the country are acknowledged for their contribution to the economy through their export superiority. LHI majors in the more

LOUISIANA DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE AND FISHERIES AGENTS EXCEL IN LITTER ENFORCEMENT

BATON ROUGE, La., Oct. 2 -- The Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries issued the following press release: Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries (LDWF) Enforcement Division Senior Agent Byron Cammock received the Keep Louisiana Beautiful (KLB) Litter Enforcement Officer of the Year award at the Louisiana Wildlife and Fisheries Commission Oct. 2 meeting. KLB Executive Director Leigh Harris was on hand to present the award to Cammock and thanked him for his work and dedicati more

LT. GOV. GARAMENDI PUSHES SUPPORT OF LOS ANGELES CLEAN TRUCK PROGRAM

SAN PEDRO, Calif., Sept. 30 -- Lt. Gov. John Garamendi, D-Calif., issued the following press release: Lieutenant Governor John Garamendi today joined a growing list of environmental, healthcare and labor leaders asking for support of the Los Angeles Clean Truck Program to protect workers and cut down on pollution at the ports. "At this critical point in California, when we see the devastating effects of climate change highlighted by droughts, extended and devastating wildfire seasons and a more

Marriott International Reports Third Quarter Earnings

BETHESDA, Md., Oct. 2 -- Marriott International issued the following news release: Marriott International, Inc. (NYSE:MAR) today reported third quarter 2008 adjusted income from continuing operations of $123 million, an increase of 1 percent over the year-ago quarter, and adjusted diluted earnings per share ("EPS") from continuing operations of $0.34, up 10 percent. The company's EPS guidance for the third quarter, disclosed on July 10, 2008, totaled $0.30 to $0.35. Adjusted results for th more

MARTINEZ ISSUES STATEMENT ON LOSS OF REP. MAYFIELD

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The office of Sen. Mel F. Martinez, R-Fla., issued the following statement: U.S. Senator Mel Martinez (R-FL) today issued the following statement upon learning of the death of state Representative Stan Mayfield. Senator Martinez said: "Kitty and I are deeply saddened by this news and send our thoughts and prayers to Stan's family; Debbie, Evan, Samuel, and Coleman. Stan was a native Floridian who loved our state, loved his community, and served faithfully through h more

MAYOR BLOOMBERG ADDRESSES NEW YORKERS ABOUT TERM LIMITS

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The office of the New York City Mayor issued the text of the following speech: The Following are the Mayor's Remarks in the Blue Room as Delivered: "Good morning. I think the last time we had this many people in the Blue Room it was for J-Lo and Marc Anthony so� "Let me start out with something that is very tragic and very serious. I was saddened this morning to hear of the death of Lieutenant Michael Pigott from a self-inflected gunshot room at the NYPD facility at more

MESA COMMUNITY COLLEGE'S RED MOUNTAIN CAMPUS LOOKS TO FUTURE

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 2 -- Maricopa Community Colleges issued the following news release: Mesa Community College's Red Mountain campus is about to grow a bit bigger. Mesa Community College's Red Mountain campus in northeast Mesa will soon begin construction on a new 42,000 square foot Learning Center, a multifunctional building designed to support both the sciences and performing arts. The building will allow the campus to expand its steadily-growing music program and encourage undergraduate res more

MILITARY TRADITIONS: 'RITE OF PASSAGE' AS UNITS TRANSITION TO COMBAT OPS

BAGHDAD, Iraq, Oct. 2 -- The National Guard issued the following news release: By Pfc. Glenn Manor (Wahpeton, N.D.) Unit Public Affairs Representative, 191 MP Co, 18th MP BDE Traditions are to the military what snow is to North Dakota winters; it wouldn't be the same without it! As units begin their transition from garrison mission sets to combat operations, military units execute this phase of deployments in Kuwait. This phase of deployments provides the unit time to acclimate to the more

MILLIONS HARNESS POWER OF CHANGE - EPA'S NEW CAMPAIGN CHALLENGES AMERICANS TO CHANGE WORLD, START WITH ENERGY STAR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following press release: Today is the 4th annual Energy Star "Change a Light" Day, and more than 1.8 million Americans have pledged to change at least one light at home to an Energy Star qualified light. These pledges will save $220 million in energy bills and prevent the release of more than 3 billion pounds of greenhouse gases. Lighting is one of the easiest things we can change in our homes and is the first step in the ne more

MISSOURI AMERICORPS MEMBERS TO 'SERVE' IN OSAGE BEACH

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Oct. 2 -- The Missouri Department of Economic Development issued the following news release: Over 350 AmeriCorps members from across Missouri will gather in Osage Beach for the annual Show-Me Service Training, October 9-10. The theme for this year's conference is "Rise to the Call of Duty." Members will receive various trainings and participate in two service projects; a blood drive and can food drive. When AmeriCorps Members were made aware of the need for blood do more

MISSOURI CITIZENS CAN SAVE MONEY, ENERGYM ENVIRONMENT WITH TWIST OF ENERGY EFFICIENT LIGHT BULBS

JEFFERSON CITY, Mo., Oct. 2 -- The Missouri Department of Natural Resources issued the following news release: The Department of Natural Resources' Energy Center, six Missouri utilities and 45 retailers have joined the 2008 "Change A Light, Change The World" campaign to help Missourians save money and energy with a twist of an ENERGY STAR� qualified compact fluorescent light bulb (CFL). It's a quick and easy solution to lowering utility bills in addition to saving energy and protecting the more

Mobile phone tech to unravel why Koalas bellow

Sydney, Oct. 2 -- Come spring and the open eucalyptus forests and woodlands of Australia come alive with the distinct bellows of Koalas and now researchers are using mobile phone technology to unravel the mystery behind their deep grunts. Spring is the peak breeding season when male Koalas are said to make loud grunts and squeals to attract a mate. "We are studying whether males are talking to other males, or to females, and how vocalisations might stimulate breeding behaviour in female ko more

MOILY FAVOURS INTELLIGENCE NETWORK, LAW ENFORCEMENT TO FIGHT TERROR

Guwahati, Oct 2 (UNI) Senior Congress leader M Veerapa Moily today strongly advocated for proper intelligence network and stringent law enforcement for effectively checking the terrorist activities in the country. Condemning yesterday's serial blasts in Tripura, Dr Moily said here, ''All acts of terrorism must be condemned in the strongest words.'' He stressed on the need for a powerful security mechanism under every state government to effectively check terrorism. ''The Centre can prov more

MONROE COUNTY EXECUTIVE BROOKS ANNOUNCES PHARMACEUTICAL WASTE COLLECTION

ROCHESTER, N.Y., Oct. 2 -- The Monroe County Executive issued the following press release: Monroe County Executive Maggie Brooks announced that the County's Department of Environmental Services (DES), Monroe County Sheriff's Department, New York State Police and Wegmans Food Markets have partnered to hold a pharmaceutical waste collection event. The collection will be held at the Monroe County Rochester Operations Center at 444 East Henrietta Road on Thursday, October 2, 2008 from 2 p.m. more

MORE COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY EXPERTS ON THE NATION'S ECONOMY, CREDIT CRISIS, FINANCIAL MARKETS

FORT COLLINS, Colo., Oct. 1 -- Colorado State University issued the following press release: During a historic time in the United States with the economic and credit crisis, Colorado State University is providing the following experts who can discuss aspects of the current state of the nation's economy. Following is a list of faculty members intended for reporter use only and not for publication. Financial regulation Ron Phillips, an economics professor, has published widely on the fina more

NASA SELECTS SCIENCE TEAMS FOR ASTROBIOLOGY INSTITUTE

MOFFETT FIELD, Calif., Oct. 2 -- NASA issued the following press release: NASA has awarded five-year grants, averaging $7 million each, to 10 research teams from across the country to study the origins, evolution, distribution, and future of life in the universe. The interdisciplinary teams will become new members of the NASA Astrobiology Institute, located at NASA's Ames Research Center at Moffett Field, Calif. Teams from the University of Hawaii in Honolulu; Arizona State University in T more

NAVY SHIPS ARRIVE IN SCOTLAND FOR JOINT WARRIOR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's European Command issued the following press release: By Navy Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Joseph R. Wax Commander Destroyer Squadron 24 Public Affairs FASLANE, Scotland A group of U.S. Navy ships led by Commander, Destroyer Squadron (COMDESRON) 24 arrived here Oct. 1, 2008 to participate in the Joint Warrior Course, a multinational exercise held in the waters off the Scottish coast. USS Mitscher (DDG 57), USS Hawes (F more

NELSON ISSUES STATEMENT ON ECONOMIC RECOVERY PLAN

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The office of Sen. Ben Nelson, D-Neb., issued the following statement: Nebraska's Senator Ben Nelson released the following statement after voting for the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act. The bill passed by a 74-25 margin. It will now go to the House for its consideration. "I am angry and frustrated that Wall Street's excesses have pushed our economy to the brink. I opposed the Administration's initial 'blank-check' bailout; the legislation we approved today incl more

New Jersey Institute of Technology Announces Promotions of Faculty

NEWARK, N.J., Oct. 2 -- New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news release: NJIT announced the promotions of two faculty members to the rank of distinguished professor, seven promotions to the rank of professor, and six promotions to the rank of associate professor with tenure. Brief biographies follow highlighting each of the 15 people (including hometowns) who received promotions (EDITOR'S NOTE: Contact Sheryl Weinstein, 973-596-3436, for high resolution electronic photos more

NMCB 4 PROVIDES ASSISTANCE TO CAMP MOREELL UPGRADES

CAMP MOREELL, Kuwait, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release: During its deployment to the Naval Forces Central COmmand (NAVCENT) area of responsibility, Naval Mobile Construction Battalion (NMCB) 4 is divided in 13 different detachments all with a specific mission. One Detachment, Camp Moreell, is responsible for performing camp maintenance, ensuring the proper functioning of its facilities and overseeing the welfare of the various incoming troops which are moving to a more

NOAA'S GRAY'S REEF NATIONAL MARINE SANCTUARY SEEKS APPLICANTS FOR ADVISORY COUNCIL

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce's National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration issued the following press release: NOAA's Gray's Reef National Marine Sanctuary is seeking applicants for three positions representing sport fishing, sport diving and regional conservation on its advisory council, which ensures public participation in sanctuary management and provides advice to the sanctuary superintendent. Candidates will be selected based on their expertise and experien more

NOBEL LAUREATE BURKETT ADDRESSES FISH AND WILDLIFE CONSERVATION COMMISSION SUMMIT ON CLIMATE CHANGE

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 2 -- The Florida Fish & Wildlife Conservation Commission issued the following news release: "Florida is particularly vulnerable to climate change," said Dr. Jean Brennan, with Defenders of Wildlife, in an address to the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission's (FWC) climate change summit on Thursday in Orlando. Brennan, along with Wednesday's keynote speaker, Dr. Virginia Burkett, is a co-recipient of the 2007 Nobel Peace Prize. Burkett addressed the diff more

NOISE POLLUTION MARS DEHRADUN'S BEAUTY

Dehradun, Sep. 03 -- Once famous for its fruit orchards and peaceful life, Dehradun is being altered by rising intensity of pollution of different types. Though vehicular pollution appears more prominent, but increasing noise pollution could have more damaging consequences. The authorities occasionally refer to noise pollution and its control but nothing has been done to control Dehradun's noise level, which has been increasing steadily since State's formation. It is pertinent to mention that i more

North Carolina, Maryland Inventors Develop Directional Sound Environment Production System

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 3 -- Frederick Vosburgh of Durham, N.C., and Walter C. Hernandez of Potomac, Md., have developed a sound signal generating method. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "Methods for generating a directional sound environment include providing a headgear unit having a plurality of microphones thereon. A sound signal is detected from the plurality of microphones. A transfer function is applied to the sound signal to provide a transforme more

OCTOBER IS BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH

TOPEKA, Kan., Oct. 2 -- The Kansas Department of Health and Environment issued the following news release: Breast cancer is the most common type of cancer diagnosed in women but screening and early detection can help identify cancer in its early stages when the disease is most treatable. October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and women should become informed about their risks of developing cancer and how effective screening for the disease is. In Kansas in 2005, 1,848 cases of female bre more

OPERATION CLEANSWEEP COLLECTS PESTICIDES FOR NINTH CONSECUTIVE YEAR

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 2 -- The Florida Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release: Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson and Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Secretary Michael W. Sole announced today that their departments are once again joining forces to collect and safely dispose of cancelled, suspended or unusable commercial pesticides for the 9th annual Operation Cleansweep. "Our agency's efforts, a more

Parent Education Celebrates Its 70th Anniversary in Washington State

BREMERTON, Wash., Oct. 1 -- Olympic College issued the following news release: Representatives from Olympic College will be in Tacoma on Thursday, October 23, 2008 to take part in a very special birthday celebration marking 70 years of parenting education in Washington. The celebration will begin at 5 p.m. at Clover Park Technical College in Tacoma. Governor Chris Gregoire has already declared it Parenting Education Day statewide to commemorate the significance of the 70th birthday. Key more

PEORIA SELECTS PHOENIX DEPUTY DIRECTOR AS NEW CITY ENGINEER

PEORIA, Ariz., Oct. 1 -- The city of Peoria issued the following news release: Andrew Granger, a registered professional engineer with more than 13 years experience, is City Manager Carl Swenson's choice to fill Peoria's vacant engineering director position. The appointment is subject to City Council confirmation at the Tuesday, Oct. 7, meeting. Granger has spent the past eight years working for the City of Phoenix, most recently as a deputy director in the Development Services Department, more

Peru to create special force to protect Amazon biodiversity

Lima, Oct. 2 -- Peru plans to create a special task force to safeguard forests and monitor the rivers in the Amazon basin, Environment Minister Antonio Brack has said, EFE reported Thursday quoting Peruvian media. The environment and the interior ministries have been working together to create the special cell of some 3,000 officers to be known as the Environment Police, the minister told the official Andina news agency. Brack said illegal logging, "a problem of organized crime, morality a more

Pizza and Politics: Election Series Looks at Vice Presidential Nominees

WILMINGTON, Del., Oct. 2 -- The Widener University School of Law issued the following news release: The Pizza and Politics series continued on Tuesday, September 30th, with students, faculty, and staff gathering in the student lounge to eat pizza and discuss the 2008 Election. Professors Robert Hayman and Paul Regan led a discussion about the vice presidential nominees in advance of the debate between Senator and Widener Law adjunct professor Joseph Biden and Governor Sarah Palin scheduled fo more

PMMI and U.S. Dept. Of Commerce Strengthen Global Packaging Commerce At Pack Expo

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 2 -- The Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Commerce's (DOC) Commercial Service will host the U.S. Export Pavilion at PACK EXPO International 2008 (McCormick Place, Chicago; Nov. 9-13), one in a series of tactics designed to support sales and packaging innovation in today's global economy. The Export Pavilion (North Hall, Booth 4528) has been an important feature of PACK EXPO International since 2004, play more

PRAJA RAJYAM FLAG HOISTING BEGINS IN AP

Hyderabad, Oct 2 (UNI) Newly-formed Praja Rajyam has started its flag hoisting celebration in Andhra Pradesh with its Actor-Founder Chiranjeevi unfurling the party flag at the party office and giving the first membership to Mr Balakrishna, a physically handicapped person. Mr Chiranjeevi called upon well-wishers and sympthisers of the party to participate in the flag hoisting ceremonies in their respective places all over the State. Party flags would be hoisted at all the districts, more

PRESIDENT FLOYD URGES CONFIDENCE ABOUT WASHINGTON STATE OF UNIVERSITY

PULLMAN, Wash., Oct. 1 -- Washington State University issued the following news release: Washington State University President Elson S. Floyd said the university is poised for progress and success, despite the possibility of difficult economic times ahead, in his State of the University address delivered Wednesday at the Bryan Hall Theater on the Pullman campus. "I urge each and every one of you to have confidence in uncertain times," said Floyd, who became WSU's 10th president in May 2007. more

PROFESSOR OF FINE ARTS VADEN CREATES ART

BEEBE, Ark., Oct. 1 -- Arkansas State University at Beebe issued the following news release: Assistant Professor of Fine Arts, Mona Vaden helps students cultivate their creativity at Arkansas State University-Beebe. After receiving her Associate of Arts Degree at ASU-Beebe, Vaden continued her degree at Harding University receiving her bachelor's and master's degrees in Art Education. Vaden started as part-time faculty at ASU-Beebe in 1990 and became full-time in 1995. "I loved ASU-Beebe a more

PROFESSOR, STUDENTS TURN SERVICE INTO SUCCESS

TEMPE, Ariz., Oct. 1 -- Arizona State University issued the following press release: Phil Mizzi and his quantitative business analysis students should be familiar with the so-called "butterfly effect." The phrase refers to the idea that a butterfly's wings might create tiny changes in the atmosphere that may ultimately alter the path of a tornado, or delay, accelerate or even prevent the occurrence of a tornado in a certain location. The flapping wing represents a small change in the initial more

PROGRAM FOR YOUNG FEMALE ATHLETES AT UNIVERSITY OF CONNECTICUT HEALTH CENTER

FARMINGTON, Conn., Oct. 2 -- The University of Connecticut Health Center issued the following news release: The University of Connecticut Health Center's New England Musculoskeletal Institute presents "Bone Health and Injury Prevention," a free program for young female athletes, Sunday, Nov. 2, at the UConn Health Center, 263 Farmington Ave., Farmington. The event features Geno Auriemma, head coach of the UConn women's basketball team, as well as presentations from Health Center faculty ab more

PUBLIC HEARINGS SCHEDULED FOR TWO TROUT WATER CLASSIFICATION PROPOSALS IN FRENCH BROAD RIVER BASIN

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 1 -- The North Carolina Department of Environment and Natural Resources' Division of Water Quality issued the following news release: Public hearings are scheduled to collect comment on proposals to reclassify waters in two French Broad watersheds - Boylston Creek, in Henderson and Transylvania counties, and Fines Creek in Haywood County - as trout waters. Both watersheds are currently classified for the state's most basic water quality uses and protections, Class C. If more

Purdue University Dedicates New Dining Court

WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind., Oct. 2 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: Purdue University dedicated its new $19 million dining court on Thursday (Oct. 2). The outdoor ceremony was followed by inside tours and samples of the international cuisine. Located immediately south of Wiley Hall, the 500-seat freestanding dining court completes University Residences' consolidation of 11 cafeteria-style dining rooms to five architecturally distinct dining courts. The new brick, lod more

QUINNIPIAC UNIVERSITY DEVELOPS 'GREEN' YORK HILL CAMPUS

HAMDEN, Conn., Oct. 2 -- Quinnipiac University has issued the following news release: Quinnipiac University is committed to building one of the most environmentally friendly campuses in America, announced President John L. Lahey, who unveiled the University's $4 million sustainability plan for its new York Hill Campus. "The new York Hill Campus will reflect our renewed commitment to preserving the environment and educating our students about these issues," Lahey said. The 250-acre York more

R.L. 'Bob' Kreutzer Receives Distinguished Service Award by the World Plumbing Council

FALLS CHURCH, Va., Oct. 2 -- The Plumbing Heating Cooling Contractors National Association issued the following news release: The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association (PHCC) Past National President (1991-1992) R.L. "Bob" Kreutzer, president of Tatro Plumbing. Garden City, Kansas, has been awarded the Distinguished Service Award by the World Plumbing Council (WPC). The award, which was presented during the 8th World Plumbing Congress in Calgary, Sept. 24-27, recognizes th more

Ralph Nader to Hold Press Conference in Hanover

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The presidential campaign of Ralph Nader issued the following news release: WHO: Ralph Nader WHAT: Press Conference and Rally WHEN: Monday, October 6, 2008 at 11:30 and 12:00pm, respectively WHERE: The Faculty Lounge and Alumni Hall in the Hopkins Center for the Arts, Dartmouth College, Hanover, New Hampshire 03755 On Monday, October 6, 2008 consumer advocate and Presidential candidate Ralph Nader will hold a press conference at 11:30am in the Faculty Lounge more

Ralph Nader to Hold Press Conference in Hartford

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The presidential campaign of Ralph Nader issued the following news release: WHO: Ralph Nader WHAT: Press Conference WHEN: Saturday, October 4, 2008 at 3:00pm WHERE: North side of the State Capitol, 201 Capitol Ave. Hartford, CT 06106 On Saturday October 4, 2008 consumer advocate and Presidential candidate Ralph Nader will hold a press conference at 3:00pm at the north side of the State Capitol, 201 Capitol Ave. Hartford, CT 06106. He will speak about the Wall more

Ralph Nader to Speak in Portland

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The presidential campaign of Ralph Nader issued the following news release: WHO: Ralph Nader WHAT: Press Conference and Rally WHEN: Monday, October 6 at 7:15pm and 7:30pm, respectively WHERE: First Parish Unitarian Universalist in Portland, Maine, 425 Congress St. Portland, ME 04101 On Monday, October 6 at 7:15pm consumer advocate and Presidential candidate Ralph Nader will host a press conference in Parish Hall. The rally will begin at 7:30pm at the First Pa more

RAMADOSS' NEXT TARGET: ALL TOBACCO PRODUCTS

Chennai, Sep. 03 -- Union Health Minister Anbumani Ramadoss is not through yet, as he has more agenda in his pocket where health issues are concerned. While Thursday witnessed successful end to smoking in public places in most parts of the country, Ramadoss here announced his next ban agenda - all tobacco products. As he distributed pamphlets highlighting the ban on smoking to passengers at a bus terminus here in Chennai, he told the media: "My aim and intention is to make India a tobacco-free more

READY ARMY: KIDS FIRE ACADEMY OCT. 11

CARLISLE BARRACKS, Pa., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command's Carlisle Barracks Garrison issued the following news article: Want to learn how to help make your family safe in the event of a fire? Then you should attend the 2nd Annual Kids Fire Academy, as part of National Fire Prevention Week and National Preparedness Month, which will be held on Oct. 11 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. at the firehouse for kids 6-13. Kids will be exposed to some of the jobs that firefighters do on more

RECENTLY WOUNDED VETS SAIL TOWARD NEW RECOGNITION OF CAPABILITIES

SAN DIEGO, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Army Staff Sgt. Michael Fradera had never even been on a sailboat before an improvised explosive device in Baghdad blasted away both of his legs during the early days of the troop surge in Iraq.But yesterday, the former 1st Infantry Division soldier, now medically retired from the Army, was the king of San Diego Harbor at the helm of a 43-foot racing sailboat, B-Quest more

REP. BALDWIN, SEN. CLINTON PROPOSE ALL-INCLUSIVE CARE FOR CHILDREN WITH SPECIAL MEDICAL NEEDS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wis. (2nd CD), issued the following news release: Senator Hillary Rodham Clinton (D-NY) and Congresswoman Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) have introduced companion legislation allowing states to create an all-inclusive care program for Medicaid-eligible children with the most intensive health care needs. The Medically Fragile Children's Act (S. 3631/H.R. 7130) would ensure quality care with consistent coordination for children whose severe functional defici more

REP. HOOLEY ISSUES STATEMENT ON ECONOMIC RESCUE PACKAGE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Darlene Hooley, D-Ore. (5th CD), issued the following statement: "The Bush administration has asked for this unprecedented economic relief because their mistakes are of unprecedented proportions. It's been clear for some time that portions of our financial markets lacked proper regulation. Time and again this administration withheld resources from oversight agencies and left Wall Street's greed unchecked. "Just because President Bush left the fox guarding the hen more

RESEARCHER INVESTIGATES ANCIENT GEOLOGY TO UNDERSTAND HUMAN DEVELOPMENT, CLIMATE CHANGE

ATLANTA, Oct. 1 -- Georgia State University issued the following news release: To figure out how ancient humans adapted to their environment and constructed civilizations, you need to know the environment in which they lived -including climate change over thousands of years. Daniel Deocampo, a Georgia State assistant professor of Geology, is investigating ancient lakes and volcanic ash to help scientists better understand the environment in which humans evolved, and eventually used ash and more

RESIDENTS WILL MAKE A DIFFERENCE ON OCT. 25

FONTANA, Calif., Oct. 2 -- The city of Fontana issued the following news release: The Mayor and City Council invite all Fontana residents to participate in the semi-annual Community Clean Up and Recycling Day on Saturday, October 25 from 8 am to 1 pm at the West Valley Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) located at 13373 Napa Street. Residents are required to bring their Burrtec refuse bill to this free event. Business and Commercial wastes will not be accepted. Earlier this year waste oil, more

RETIRING 554 ELSW DIRECTOR REFLECTS ON 33-YEAR CAREER

HANSCOM AFB, Mass., Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Electronic Systems Center issued the following press release: By Karen Costura 554th Electronic Systems Wing On October 3, the last of the Electronic Systems Center's original four acquisition wing directors will retire. After 33 years of federal service, Frank Weber will depart as director of the 554th Electronic Systems Wing, the organization he helped to create and which he has lead for the past four years, leaving behind a legacy of more

RIBBON CUT ON AFIT'S NEW BUILDING

WRIGHT-PATTERSON AIR FORCE BASE, Ohio, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Institute of Technology issued the following news release: In a ceremony held at the Air Force Institute of Technology's campus on Thursday, 25 September, the ribbon was officially cut on the Institute's newest building. Building 646 is home to the Air Force Center for Systems Engineering and the AFIT Command Section. Brig. Gen. Paula G. Thornhill, AFIT Commandant, welcomed the many guests in attendance, to include George more

RIDERSHIP ACCELERATES ON COMET CRUISER SHUTTLE BUS

DALLAS, Oct. 3 -- The University of Texas at Dallas issued the following news release: The number of boardings on Comet Cruiser - UT Dallas' on-campus shuttle bus service - has risen dramatically, from 3,919 at its debut in January to 22,443 in August. "Ridership held steady from the spring semester into summer in spite of the student population dropping by about half for the summer term," said Nancy Branch, manager for the University's Transportation Services Division. "It is a benefit to more

SACAJAWEA PARK WILDLAND REJUVENATION, LIVE FIRE TRAINING

POCATELLO, Idaho, Oct. 2 -- The city of Pocatello issued the following news release: Weather permitting, Monday, October 6, 2008, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. the City of Pocatello will have a trial "live fire training project" at Sacajawea Park. This project is a joint venture between various City departments: Parks and Recreation, Environmental Control, Urban Forestry, and the Fire Department. The outcome of this trial fire training will be used to plan future trainings and habit and vegeta more

SAMPLE THIS CLASS: COMPUTER FORENSICS NOV. 9

LYNNWOOD, Wash., Oct. 1 -- Edmonds Community College issued the following news release: The next no-cost sample of the Computer Forensics Fundamentals class will be 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 9 in Snoqualmie Hall, 212. To enroll in the class email Information Security/Digital Forensics instructor Steve Hailey: shailey@edcc.edu. Learn about this exciting field in a free class appropriate for all levels of experience at Edmonds Community College. Expert Steve Hailey takes participants th more

SCHOOL OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATIONS, NATIONAL PRESS CLUB PRESENT FORUM OCT. 8

COLUMBIA, S.C., Oct. 1 -- The University of South Carolina issued the following news release: The University of South Carolina's School of Journalism and Mass Communications and the National Press Club, the world's leading professional organization for journalists, will present a forum addressing the future of the news media at 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 8 in the university's Law School Auditorium. The forum also will examine the topic of how to protect journalism's core values. Admission i more

SCIENTISTS EXPLORE PUTTING ELECTRIC CARS ON A TWO-WAY POWER STREET

ANN ARBOR, Mich., Oct. 2 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news release: Think of it as the end of cars' slacker days: No more sitting idle for hours in parking lots or garages racking up payments, but instead earning their keep by providing power to the electricity grid. Scientists at the University of Michigan, using a $2 million grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF), are exploring plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEV) that not only use grid electricity to m more

SEMINAR ON EDUCATION AND ETHICS AT NOWGONG COLLEGE

NAGAON, Oct 2 -- "Education is a panacea for all evils. It is the manifestation of perfection from one's within", said Swami Ishatmanandaji Maharaj, secretary, Ramkrishna Mission, Narottam Nagar, Arunachal Pradesh, here at Jaineswar Sarma Memorial Seminar Hall, Nowgong College on Tuesday last. Delivering the Sanchayita Ojah memorial lecture, organised by the Dept of English of Nowgong College, on the topic education and ethics, Swamiji said education helps a person to think on his own, to build more

SEN. DODD ANNOUNCES TAX CREDIT FOR CONNECTICUT FUEL CELL MANUFACTURERS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The office of Sen. Christopher S. Dodd, D-Conn., issued the following news release: Senator Chris Dodd (D-CT) today announced Senate passage of legislation that includes an eight-year extension of the Investment Tax Credit (ITC) that will greatly benefit Connecticut fuel cell manufacturers. The long-term extension, which was approved by the Senate last night as part of a comprehensive package of tax extensions, will provide these Connecticut companies with the financial more

SEN. LAUTENBERG'S ACCOMPLISHMENTS FOR NEW JERSEY SINCE AUGUST

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The office of Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg, D-N.J., issued the following news release: U.S. Sen. Frank R. Lautenberg (D-NJ) achieved a string of successes in Congress over the last two months, from increasing safety on our railroads, to compensating service members affected by stop loss and giving Amtrak the funds to bring passenger rail service into the 21st century. "I am proud we were able to deliver real results for families in New Jersey and across the nation over th more

SEN. SCHUMER ANNOUNCES OVER $800,000 IN HUD GRANTS FOR KINGSTON

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The office of Sen. Charles E. Schumer, D-N.Y., issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer today announced that the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has awarded $802,465 to Kingston through HUD's Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. This formula grant will assist in providing critical housing services for Upstate New Yorkers not readily available through any other private or government source. "This grant will more

SENATE PASSES N-DEAL 86-13, BUSH SET TO SIGN PACT

Washington, Sep. 03 -- The US Congress has stamped its final seal of approval on the historic India-US civil nuclear deal with an overwhelming Senate approval, ending India's 34-year nuclear apartheid beginning with Pokhran-I in 1974. What had looked next to impossible till about a month ago, the pact crossed its last hurdle on Wednesday night as the Senate cleared it by a thumping 86-13 vote, four days after the House of Representatives passed it 298-117. Pundits have proclaimed it a rare for more

SENS. ADLER, SMITH BILL TO EXEMPT RENEWABLE ENERGY SYSTEMS FROM PROPERTY TAXES SIGNED INTO LAW

TRENTON, N.J., Oct. 2 -- The New Jersey State Senate Democrats issued the following news release: A bill sponsored by Senators John H. Adler and Bob Smith which will exempt renewable energy systems, such as solar panels, from local property taxes was signed into law yesterday by Governor Corzine. "One of the biggest challenges we face in the next decade is breaking our national reliance on foreign-produced fuel," said Senator Adler, D-Cherry Hill. "I am sick of sending American money aroun more

SHUR-CO. OF YANKTON ANNOUNCES SPRINGFIELD EXPANSION

YANKTON, S.D., Oct. 2 -- Gov. Mike Rounds, R-S.D., issued the following press release: Shur-Co. of Yankton announced an expansion today that will be taking place in Springfield later this year. Shur-Co. will continue to operate the corporate headquarters and factory in Yankton. Shur-Co. manufactures tarp cover systems for applications in agriculture, marine, railroad, and construction. "Springfield is a great place with a reputation of getting things done and moving things forward. We are more

SINGER/SONGWRITER HARRIS TO PERFORM AT UNIVERSITY OF MAINE AT FORT KENT COFFEE HOUSE ON OCT. 16

FORT KENT, Maine, Oct. 2 -- University of Maine at Fort Kent issued the following news release: Singer/songwriter David Harris will perform at the University of Maine at Fort Kent coffee house on Thursday, October 16 at 7 p.m. in the Bengal's Lair. Admission is free and open to the public. Harris currently is on tour in support of his new recordings, "Songs For Miss Overman" and "Again." He has been called a masterful storyteller and an impeccably fluid guitarist. He writes wonderful songs more

SIX WAYS AAFES TACKLES ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY

ARLINGTON, Va., Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Army Installation Management Command issued the following magazine article: by Ann Scott The Army and Air Force Exchange Service, the Department of Defense's oldest and largest retailer, has initiated several energy-saving initiatives to reduce its impact on the environment while strengthening the benefit it provides troops and their Families. The AAFES Energy Management Team established six sustainability goals to help shape the future of AAFES as well a more

SOLAR RICKSHAW TO HELP FIGHT GLOBAL WARMING

New Delhi, Oct 2 (UNI) The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) has brought forward a solution for the twin problems of employment generation and mitigation of global warming by giving shape to a solar-electric rickshaw for eco-friendly urban transport, which is also being touted as the CSIR's Nano for the poor people. More than 60 per cent increase in the green house gas (GHG) emission is from transport sector. Currently, no powered vehicle or transport system is free from more

South Korean Inventors Develop Hard Disk Drive Seek Control Method

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- Jung-ho Lee, Da-woon Chung, Dong-wook Lee and Byoung-kul Ji, all from Suwon-si, South Korea, have developed a seek control method for hard disk drive. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "The present invention relates to a hard disk drive performing a seek control method using a multi-sinusoidal wave acceleration profile, where the seek control method is capable of coping with a variation in a voice coil motor driving current du more

SPECIAL FORCE FOR PROTECTION OF TIGERS IN SIMLIPAL

Baripada, Sep 30 (UNI) A Special Tiger Protection Force (STPF) for the protection of the majestic great cat, its prey animals and its habitat will be launched soon in Simlipal Tiger Reserve(STR), encompassing a total of 2750 sq km of reserved area. The Union Ministry for Environment and Forests (MOEF) has approved an action plan which envisaged the deployment of one Company of STPF, comprising 112 personnel headed by an Assistant Commandant in the rank of an Assistant Superintendent of Polic more

STAY FOCUSED ON VPP, SAFETY

HANSCOM AFB, Mass., Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Air Force Electronic Systems Center issued the following press release: By Col. Lee Pritchard 66th Air Base Wing Safety Office, director As Hanscom prepares for the upcoming Unit Compliance Inspection, we are also planning to submit our Voluntary Protection Program application to the Occupational Safety and Health Administration. Hanscom had its initial VPP assessment in May, 2006 and we are planning to complete the application process in November more

STENNIS PUTS NEW GROWLERS TO THE TEST

USS JOHN C. STENNIS, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release: By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class (SW) Elliott J. Fabrizio USS John C. Stennis Public Affairs The EA-18G Growler and the advantages it brings are being tested for the first time in an integrated operational environment aboard USS John C. Stennis (CVN 74) by Air Test and Evaluation Squadron (VX) 9 as part of Operation Evaluation (OPEVAL). The Growler is an electronic attack aircraft, using the same more

STUDENT ORGANIZATION PROMOTES RECYCLING AT 'IN THE STREET'

FREDERICK, Md., Oct. 2 -- The city of Frederick issued the following news release: For the third year in a row, a group of Frederick County High School students, dressed in bright green t-shirts, are going to enjoy In the Street by promoting the importance of recycling. These students are a part of the Frederick County Service-Learning Advisory Board (SLAB), a student-led organization that does many different kinds of services throughout the year. This particular project is to help bring awar more

STUDY CONDUCTED ON LIVELIHOOD ACTIVITIES

GUWAHATI, Oct 2 -- The informal sector, which has been completely ignored by the Government but is crucial to the economy of the capital city, has around 193 livelihood activities that are essential for smooth flow of life here. According to a study conducted by the Society for Social Transformation and Environment Protection (sSTEP), a non-government organisation, of the 193 activities in the informal sector, vending and petty trades attract the majority of the urban poor. It includes trade in more

STUDY IDENTIFIES GENE IN YOUNG MEN WITH DELINQUENT PEERS

TALLAHASSEE, Fla., Oct. 1 -- Florida State University, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news release: Birds of a feather flock together, according to the adage, and adolescent males who possess a certain type of variation in a specific gene are more likely to flock to delinquent peers, according to a landmark study led by Florida State University criminologist Kevin M. Beaver. "This research is groundbreaking because it shows that the propensity in s more

SUPERVISOR KNABE PROVIDES FUNDS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENT STREETLIGHTS NEAR CAL STATE LONG BEACH TO IMPROVE SAFETY

LONG BEACH, Calif., Oct. 2 -- The city of Long Beach issued the following news release: Los Angeles County Supervisor Don Knabe today (October 2) presented to the City of Long Beach $135,000 to help fund new energy efficient streetlights that are being installed adjacent to Cal State Long Beach to improve safety. Supervisor Knabe, the City of Long Beach and CSULB joined together in a partnership to share the costs of the project, which will provide lighting along Bellflower Boulevard, from more

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING BNSF RAILWAY-ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION-IN CASCADE COUNTY, MONT.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision: Decision Information Docket Number: AB_6_445_X Case Title: BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY-ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION-IN CASCADE COUNTY, MT Decision Type: Decision Deciding Body: Director Of Proceedings Decision Summary Decision Notes: DECISION GRANTED BNSF RAILWAY COMPANY'S REQUEST FOR AN EXTENSION OF TIME TO CONSUMMATE THE ABANDONMENT UNTIL ON OR BEFORE OCTOBER 6, more

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING CSX TRANSPORTATION-ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION-IN JEFFERSON COUNTY, ALA.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision: Decision Information Docket Number: AB_55_613_X Case Title: CSX TRANSPORTATION, INC.-ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION-IN JEFFERSON COUNTY, AL Decision Type: Decision Deciding Body: Director Of Proceedings Decision Summary Decision Notes: DECISION: (1) GRANTED THE REQUESTS BY THE CITY OF FULTONDALE, AL FOR AN EXTENSION OF THE NOTICE OF INTERIM TRAIL USE OR ABAND more

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING SOUTH KANSAS AND OKLAHOMA RAILROAD-ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION-IN CHEROKEE, ALLEN COUNTIES, KAN.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision: Decision Information Docket Number: AB_471_3_X Case Title: SOUTH KANSAS AND OKLAHOMA RAILROAD, INC.-ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION-IN CHEROKEE AND ALLEN COUNTIES, KS Decision Type: Decision Deciding Body: Director Of Proceedings Decision Summary Decision Notes: DECISION GRANTED SOUTH KANSAS AND OKLAHOMA RAILROAD, INC.'S REQUEST TO EXTEND THE NOTICE OF INTERIM more

SURFACE TRANSPORTATION BOARD ISSUES DECISION REGARDING SOUTH KANSAS AND OKLAHOMA RAILROAD-ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION-IN NEOSHO, WILSON COUNTIES, KAN.

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation's Surface Transportation Board issued the following decision: Decision Information Docket Number: AB_471_1_X Case Title: SOUTH KANSAS AND OKLAHOMA RAILROAD, INC. - ABANDONMENT EXEMPTION - IN NEOSHO AND WILSON COUNTIES, KS Decision Type: Decision Deciding Body: Director Of Proceedings Decision Summary Decision Notes: DECISION GRANTED SOUTH KANSAS AND OKLAHOMA RAILROAD, INC.'S REQUEST TO EXTEND THE NOTICE OF INTE more

TACTICAL TRACKING SYSTEM DEPLOYS FOR STATESIDE USE

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release: A satellite-based system for tracking friendly forces in war has now been used in domestic missions. Blue Force Tracking-Aviation served since July to support National Guard units battling wildfires in California and Nevada and to support units providing security at the Democratic national convention in August in Denver and at the Republican national convention in September in St. Paul, Minn. "This was the first time more

Take Back the Night Rally and March

MACOMB, Ill., Oct. 2 -- Western Illinois University issued the following news release: As part of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, the Western Illinois University Women's Center and the Western Illinois Regional Council-Community Action Agency (WIRC-CAA) Victim Services, along with numerous campus and community offices and organizations, will hold the 19th annual Take Back the Night (TBTN) march and rally Thursday, Oct. 9. According to Heather McCoy, Women's Center graduate assistant and more

TERRORISM HAS NO RELIGION

GUWAHATI, Oct 2 -- Underscoring the need for an effective intelligence network involving multiple agencies to combat terrorism, All India Congress Committee (AICC) in-charge, Assam and Congress Working Committee member M Veerappa Moily today cautioned against targeting a particular community, saying that such a move would be destructive and beget more terror. "Apart from augmenting intelligence, the need is to create a psychological environment where everyone has space...Terrorism has no religio more

Thousands Take Pledge and Religious Leaders Sign On to Help Farm Animals

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Humane Society issued the following news release: Ask and they shall come. It's an old saying, and once again it's been proven valid -- this time for the sake of millions of farm animals. Just last summer, The Humane Society of the United States began asking religious leaders rank and file faithful to join in a new campaign to underscore our moral responsibilities to animals, including often overlooked farm animals. From a wide range of faiths and from one coast t more

Timber Bridge Connects Families to Rail Trail

MANCHESTER, N.H., Oct. 1 -- Public Service of New Hampshire issued the following news release: The Friends of Goffstown Rail Trail has received a $990 grant from Public Service of New Hampshire as part of the utility's Environmental Community Grant Program. The grant will fund the construction of a timber bridge on the trail to be used by hikers and bicyclists. Located on the former Boston and Maine railroad corridor, the Goffstown Rail Trail runs from the center of Goffstown to the Manch more

Top 10 Ways You Can Save The Watts: October Is Energy Awareness Month

RALEIGH, N.C., Oct. 2 -- Progress Energy issued the following news release: October is Energy Awareness Month. Our region and nation are paying more attention than ever before to the new energy realities of global climate change and rising fuel costs. Using energy wisely helps reduce our dependence on foreign fuel and protect the environment. Energy efficiency can also help you save money on your monthly energy bills. To help you get started, Progress Energy Florida recommends the followin more

Top New Orleans Educators Promote Education as Answer to Poverty

NEW ORLEANS, Oct. 1 -- Entergy New Orleans issued the following news release: Entergy New Orleans, Inc. and more than 50 local education experts, educators and low-income advocates discussed ways on Tuesday to eliminate the causes of poverty through education. "There is no problem more pressing than poverty and its effects on education. If we don't solve this problem we may pay the consequences down the line and we may have already," said keynote speaker UNO Chancellor Tim Ryan. The e more

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Florida (Oct. 2)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Florida. *** Florida Inventor Develops Modular Auto Stereo Mounting Kit ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- R. Spencer Quilling II of Deland, Fla., has developed an automotive audio, video components. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "A mounting kit having dual compatibility for mounting either a single Deutsches Institute fur Normung (DIN) component or a double DIN component more

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Kentucky (Oct. 2)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Kentucky. *** Kentucky Inventor Develops Adjustable Pitch Controller Music Player ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- Chris Tanner of Lexington, Ky., has developed a music player with adjustable pitch controller. According to the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: " media player having variable pitch is disclosed. The player incorporates a memory buffer that is responsive to a user-designated pitch adjustment. The resu more

U.S. Patents Awarded to Inventors in Washington (Oct. 2)

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 2 -- The following federal patents were awarded to inventors in Washington. *** Washington Inventor Develops Server User Identification Authentication Method ALEXANDRIA, Va., Oct. 1 -- Michael J. Toutonghi of Bellevue, Wash., has developed a network user authentication graphic. According to the abstract released by the U.S. Patent & Trademark Office: "An authentication graphic included in a password prompt can allow a user to visually authenticate the password prompt. more

U.S. POSTAL SERVICE 'UNPLUGS'

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The U.S. Postal Service issued the following news release: Turn off lights. Close doors. Adjust thermostats. Report HVAC problems. Turn off unused equipment. Become personally responsible for conservation. Simple steps that, taken collectively among the 685,000 employees at the U.S. Postal Service and throughout its 34,000 facilities, will have a dramatic impact on the environment. That was the message from Postmaster General John Potter, launching a year-long campaig more

U.S. STEEL - MINNTAC PENALIZED $119,544 FOR ALLEGED AIR, WATER QUALITY VIOLATIONS

DULUTH, Minn., Oct. 2 -- The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency issued the following news release: The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) and the U.S. Steel Corporation reached an agreement that resolved the company's alleged past failure to comply with state air and water quality permits at its Minntac facility in Mountain Iron, Minn. As a result, the company has agreed to pay a $119,544 civil penalty and submit air and water quality equipment compliance plans. The Mountain Iron fa more

UNITED KINGDOM: 'DAMBUSTERS' COMPLETE OP TELIC TOUR OF DUTY

LONDON, Oct. 2 - The government of United Kingdom's Ministry of Defence issued the following news release: After maintaining a watch over Iraq for the last two months helping to counter militia attempts to jeopardise Coalition land operations, 617 Squadron 'The Dambusters' have returned to their home at RAF Lossiemouth in Scotland. This latest deployment to the Middle East was the first operational detachment for the Squadron since Wing Commander David Cooper took charge in April 2008. T more

UNIVERSITY OF ARIZONA RESEARCHERS INVITE COMMUNITY TO MIGRATION, HEALTH FORUM

TUCSON, Ariz., Oct. 2 -- The University of Arizona issued the following press release: The University of Arizona's Binational Migration Institute invites the public to an open forum titled "What You Taught Us About Migration and Health" being held Saturday. The Binational Migration Institute, or BMI, is an interdisciplinary collaboration of UA faculty, students and staff. Established in 2004 as part of the Mexican American Studies and Research Center, BMI has engaged communities under stre more

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA AT RIVERSIDE BIOCHEMISTS DEVISE METHOD FOR BYPASSING ALUMINUM TOXICITY EFFECTS IN PLANTS

RIVERSIDE, Calif., Oct. 2 -- The University of California at Riverside issued the following press release: Aluminum toxicity, a global agricultural problem, halts root growth in plants, severely limiting agricultural productivity for more than half of the world's arable land. For many years, scientists have puzzled over how toxic levels of aluminum damage the growing root. The popular understanding is that aluminum binds to several targets in the root system, blocking cell division, damagi more

UNIVERSITY OF DELAWARE TO HOST 100 TALENTED YOUTH, PLUS PARENTS ON OCT. 4

DOVER, Del., Oct. 2 -- The University of Delaware issued the following news release: The University of Delaware will host more than 200 people, including 100+ students in Grades 7-10 and their parents, for a program on "Energy and the Environment" on Saturday, Oct. 4. Sponsored by the Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY), the event is part of the Science & Technology Series offered through CTY's Family Academic Programs. CTY's Family Academic Programs are aimed at provi more

UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-EAU CLAIRE THEATRE DEPARTMENT TO PERFORM MARTIN SHERMAN'S 'BENT'

EAU CLAIRE, Wis., Oct. 2 -- The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire issued the following news release: The University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire music and theatre arts department's production of "Bent" by Martin Sherman will open at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 9 in Kjer Theatre. Additional evening performances will be presented Oct. 10-11 and Oct. 15-18, with a matinee performance at 1:30 p.m. Oct. 12. Sherman's "Bent," directed by Richard Nimke, associate professor of theatre, is a gay love story set i more

USS RUSSELL RETURNS FROM WESTERN PACIFIC DEPLOYMENT

PEARL HARBOR, Hawaii, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following press release: By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Michael A. Lantron Commander, Navy Region Hawaii Public Affairs Sailors aboard the Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Russell (DDG 59) returned to their homeport of Naval Station (NAVSTA) Pearl Harbor Oct. 1 following a six-month deployment to the Western Pacific in support of the global war on terrorism. "It's been a long deployment so it feels gre more

VOA NEWS: IRAN- US TELLS 'HUGE LIES' ABOUT TEHRAN'S NUCLEAR PROGRAM

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Margaret Besheer Iran's foreign minister says the United States has difficulty accepting the peaceful nature of Tehran's nuclear program and that Washington is perpetuating "huge lies" in order to influence the international community against Iran. Manouchehr Mottaki told an audience in New York that Tehran will not be "pushed into an unending road" of nuclear negotiations directed by the United States. From New York, more

VOA NEWS: NIGERIAN PRESIDENT PLEDGES 'CONSTRUCTIVE ENGAGEMENT' IN NIGER DELTA

ABUJA, Nigeria, Oct. 1 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: By Gilbert da Costa Nigerian President Umaru Yar'Adua says his two-pronged strategy to stem the violence in the oil-rich Niger Delta is the best for the country. Yar'Adua also assured Nigerians that the economy was a on a 'strong footing," boosted by high international oil prices. For VOA, Gilbert da Costa has more from Abuja. In a brief televised address to mark Nigeria's 48th independence anniversary, Presiden more

VOA NEWS: WORLD BANK STUDY IDENTIFIES PROBLEMS IN DOING BUSINESS IN 11 NIGERIAN STATES

ABUJA, Nigeria, Oct. 2 -- The Voice of America issued the following story: A recent World Bank survey ranks how easy or difficult it is to do business in 11 of Nigeria's 36 states. It also explains some of the business practices that can be adopted by Nigeria and other countries to improve foreign investment and increase growth in the private sector. Voice of America English to Africa Service reporter Isyaku Ahmed in Abuja says the report found business transactions the easiest in Kaduna Stat more

WARD DISCUSSES U.S. AFRICA COMMAND'S GOALS

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Information Service issued the following press release: Army Gen. William E. "Kip" Ward gets a bit hot under the collar when he confronts the myths about U.S. Africa Command, America's newest unified command. Ward, the commander of AfriCom, takes every opportunity to emphasize the new organization in no way represents a "militarization" of U.S. foreign policy on the continent. The command was not formed to protect A more

WATER QUALITY RESEARCHER ONE OF GROUP CALLING FOR SCIENCE-BASED POLICY FOR SUSTAINABLE BIOFUELS

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark., Oct. 2 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news release: A University of Arkansas researcher and his colleagues are urging national policymakers to use a science-based approach when making decisions about biofuels. Andrew Sharpley, a professor of crop, soil and environmental sciences, and 22 colleagues from universities and institutions across the United States and abroad have published their views in the Policy Forum section of the Oct. 3 issue of the jo more

WHITE HOUSE CONDUCTS PRESS BRIEFING, OCT. 1

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- The White House released the text of the following press briefing: Press Briefing by Deputy Press Secretary Tony Fratto James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 11:40 A.M. EDT MR. FRATTO: Good morning, everyone. So, of course, you have the news that Majority Leader Reid made on the Senate floor last night, after he and the Minority Leader, Mitch McConnell, Senator McConnell, were able to get unanimous consent to consider legislation this evening on the financial rescue more

WHITE HOUSE CONDUCTS PRESS BRIEFING, OCT. 2

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The White House released the text of the following press briefing: Press Briefing by Deputy Press Secretary Tony Fratto James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 12:33 P.M. EDT MR. FRATTO: Good afternoon, everyone. I want to read something about a - some legislation that was passed last night. I know a lot of people were focused on the financial rescue package, the emergency legislation that was passed in the Senate last night, and I'm sure we'll spend some time discussi more

WILLIAM T. YOUNG LIBRARY RETURNS TO 24-5 HOURS

LEXINGTON, Ky., Oct. 2 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news release: The University of Kentucky William T. Young Library will return to operating on a 24-hours a day, five days a week schedule before UK students begin studying for midterm exams. The library reduced its hours for the fall semester as a result of a tighter budget, but the decision was met with outcry from students and faculty to remain open 24 hours to meet their needs. UK's Student Government (SG) took th more

WIPO: Inventors in Germany Develop Device for Inspecting Hollow Profiled Elements

GENEVA, Oct. 2 - Jens Holterhoff of Berlin, and Kersten Latz of Krummesse, Germany, have developed a device for inspecting hollow profiled elements. According to an abstract posted by the World Intellectual Property Organization, the invention aims to "inspect hollow profiled elements, an excess pressure or negative pressure is generated therein, and in order to detect cracks and holes, the flow noise generated in the hollow profiled elements as a result of the difference in pressure to the e more

WISCONSIN INSURANCE EXAMINER JO LEDUC ELECTED AS PRESIDENT OF REGULATORY EXAMINERS SOCIETY

MADISON, Wis., Oct. 2 -- The Wisconsin Office of the Commissioner of Insurance issued the following news release: Wisconsin insurance examiner Jo LeDuc was elected to serve as president of the Insurance Regulatory Examiners Society (IRES). Her term runs through August 2009. IRES is a national non-profit organization that works to enhance the efforts of insurance regulators by ensuring professionalism and integrity among those who serve with state and federal insurance regulatory bodies. more

WORLD BANK GROUP RENEWABLE ENERGY & ENERGY EFFICIENCY FUNDING RISES 87 PERCENT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development issued the following press release: The World Bank Group today announced an 87 per cent increase in funding for renewable energy (RE) and energy efficiency (EE) projects and programs in developing countries in the past fiscal year. Total RE and EE commitments for the year ended June 30, 2008 reached nearly US$2.7 billion. The commitments by the World Bank Group, including Carbon Finance operations and co-financ more

WORLD BANK SUPPORTS MEXICAN INITIATIVE TO IMPROVE ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT IN KEY SECTORS OF ECONOMY

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The International Bank for Reconstruction and Development issued the following press release: The World Bank Board of Directors approved today a loan for US$300.75 million to assist the Mexican government in its effort to better integrate sector policies in order to achieve a balance between socioeconomic development and environmental protection and improvement. The amount is complementary to previous loans -US$501.25 million approved last April for climate change, am more

WORLD'S BIGGEST JALEBI TO BE FRIED IN MEGHALAYA

Shillong, Oct 2 (UNI) After registering its name in the Guinness World Records for holding the largest drums and guitar ensemble, Meghalaya is now gearing up to fry the world's biggest jalebi. The world record attempt of frying a jalebi 75 inches in diameter would be made during the Autumn Festival, starting on November 1 at the Polo Ground. ''The 75-inch size jalebi would be fried by local confectioner Delhi Mistan Bhandar which is celebrating its platinum jubilee this year,'' chairman of more

WVU Students, Administrators to Sign Sustainability Pledge

MORGANTOWN, W.Va., Oct. 2 -- West Virginia University issued the following news release: WHO: West Virginia University Director of Sustainability Clement Solomon; Joe Fisher, associate vice president for Facilities and Services; Christine Martin, vice president of University Relations; Ken Gray, vice president of Student Affairs; Narvel Weese, vice president of Administration and Finance; and representatives from WVU's Student Government Association. They'll be joined by others from the city more

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