1st Annual Mom's Day 5K

The 1st Annual Mom's Day 5K will provide a chance for the families of the Capital Region to enjoy a fun day participating or watching an exciting run next to the Hudson River while supporting Mothers Against Drunk Driving. At noon everyone can head up the street to the Tulip Fest.

http://www.wgy.com/event_portal/view/calendar/event.html?event_id=300287

Wintrust Financial's CEO Discusses Q1 2013 Results - Earnings Call Transcript

Welcome to Wintrust Financial Corporation's 2013 First Quarter Earnings Conference Call.

http://seekingalpha.com/article/1352531-wintrust-financial-s-ceo-discusses-q1-2013-results-earnings-call-transcript?source=feed

Military appeals court rejects requests to open Wikileaks court-martial documents

In a statement [text] following the rejection of their claim, CCR spokesperson Shayana Kadidal said the decision, "flies in the face of decades of First Amendment rulings in the federal courts that hold that openness affects outcome-that the accuracy of court proceedings depends on their being open." Since his arrest in 2010, Manning's case has ... (more)

http://jurist.org/paperchase/2013/04/military-appeals-court-rejects-requests-to-open-wikileaks-court-martial-documents.php

China regains clean energy investment lead

China regained the global top spot in clean energy investment in 2012, with a robust 20 percent rise while investment in the United States and Europe dropped, according to a report released on Thursday.

http://usa.chinadaily.com.cn/business/2013-04/19/content_16421401.htm

Most Teen-Drinking Deaths Are Not Traffic Related

That's the message from MADD, whose new analysis of alcohol-related deaths among people 15-20 estimates that 68% of fatalities connected to underage drinking are not traffic related.

http://www.kkla.com/News/Story.aspx?ID=1939976

Travel association executive to lead U.S. gambling lobby

A 38-year-old travel association executive will lead the U.S. casino lobby. The American Gaming Association has named Geoff Freeman as its new president and CEO.

http://www.ktnv.com/news/local/203662951.html

For United Kingdom, Advice on Science Advice

A group of scientists and policymakers has released a collection of essays today discussing how the United Kingdom's civil service, Whitehall, can make better use of scientific advice.

http://news.sciencemag.org/scienceinsider/2013/04/for-united-kingdom-advice.html?rss=1

How antibodies vary due to past environmental exposures: Ethnic differences

Could past environmental exposures to certain pathogens have caused DNA insertions or deletions in different ethnic groups, which could impact disease risk? All antibodies aren't the same across all ethnic variations of humans.

http://www.examiner.com/article/how-antibodies-vary-due-to-past-environmental-exposures-ethnic-differences?cid=rss

UCLA researchers discover why breast cancer patients have memory problems

Not uncommonly, women who undergo radiation and/or chemotherapy memory and thinking problems.

http://www.examiner.com/article/ucla-researchers-discover-why-breast-cancer-patients-have-memory-problems?cid=Channel_Nadia

Bradley Rotarians To Host UT's Butch Jones On June 7

The Bradley Sunrise Rotary Club is bringing University of Tennessee Head Football Coach Butch Jones to Cleveland on June 7. Scheduled to arrive at 7 p.m. in the Jim Smiddy Arena at Bradley Central High School, Mr.

http://www.chattanoogan.com/2013/4/18/249306/Bradley-Rotarians-To-Host-UTs-Butch.aspx

Eco-briefs | Breweries unite with nonprofit to promote awareness of water quality

The Natural Resource Defense Council , a nonprofit environmental advocacy group, is joining forces with more than 20 craft breweries to campaign for clean water.

http://www.boulderweekly.com/article-10966-eco-briefs-breweries-unite-with-nonprofit-to-promote-awareness-of-water-quality.html

Habitat's Cans for Homes Partners with Bi-County Solid Waste...

Habitat's Cans for Homes Partners with Bi-County Solid Waste Management and C & L Recycling for the Rivers and Spires Festival Clarksville, TN - The Clarksville Habitat ReStore and Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery County Tennessee's new program, Cans for Homes, have partnered with Bi-County Solid Waste Management and C&L Recycling to collect all ... (more)

http://www.clarksvilleonline.com/2013/04/18/habitats-cans-for-homes-partners-with-bi-county-solid-waste-management-and-c-l-recycling-for-the-rivers-and-spires-festival/

Activists sue over Illinois coal plant

Environmentalists allege in a new lawsuit that emissions from a central Illinois coal plant violate clean-air laws and that its corporate owner is moving too slowly to upgrade the decades-old facility.

http://www.whbf.com/story/22016249/activists-sue-over-illinois-coal-plant

Woodbridge baseball players conducting clinic to raise money for Make-A-Wish Foundation

Tyler Murdoch knows first hand the impact of having a wish granted by the Make-A-Wish Foundation.

http://www.mycentraljersey.com/needlogin?type=login&redirecturl=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.mycentraljersey.com%2Fapps%2Fpbcs.dll%2Farticle%3FAID%3D2013304180022%26nclick_check%3D1

LDWF establishes Ben Lily Conservation Area

The Ben Lily Conservation Area is located along Bayou Bartholomew adjacent to Chemin-A-Haut State Park in Morehouse Parish.

http://www.louisianasportsman.com/details.php?id=5085

HS girls tennis: Teams use matches to benefit Smash Cancer program

Indiana high School girls tennis teams are doing their part to Smash Cancer as part of community service project to raise money for cancer research.

http://blogs.indystar.com/preps/archives/10710

Critically ill woman faces jail time if she goes forward with life-saving abortion

Source: Salon.com In addition to her health complications, doctors have confirmed that the fetus has anencephaly and is non-viable According to a report from Amnesty International, a seriously ill and pregnant El Salvadorian woman may face jail time if she goes forward with a life-saving and medically-recommended abortion.

http://www.democraticunderground.com/1014458594

US theaters expand program for military families

A program to offer free and discounted theater tickets, classes and other services for veterans and military families is expanding to 85 theaters in 33 states.

http://www.kfoxtv.com/ap/ap/defense/us-theaters-expand-program-for-military-families/nXQWY/

Bahrainis protest ahead of F1

Hundreds of protesters waved banners and chanted against the Bahrain government on Thursday ahead of this weekend's Formula One race, which the opposition sees as a chance to attract international attention to its pro-democracy campaign.

http://www.iol.co.za/news/world/bahrainis-protest-ahead-of-f1-1.1502929

Salon: Critically ill woman faces jail time if she goes forward with life-saving abortion

According to a report from Amnesty International, a seriously ill and pregnant El Salvadorian woman may face jail time if she goes forward with a life-saving and medically-recommended abortion.

http://uprisingradio.org/home/2013/04/18/salon-critically-ill-woman-faces-jail-time-if-she-goes-forward-with-life-saving-abortion/

Mountain Brook's Relay For Life campaign seeks to reach $250,000 fundraising goal

From left holding banner: Rodney Kornegay, Jessica Juliano, Donna Greene and Violeta Caceres lead cancer survivors in the Relay for Life at Mountain Brook High School on May 5, 2004.

http://www.al.com/living/index.ssf/2013/04/mountain_brooks_relay_for_life.html

Golden Gate Fields yanks booze promotion

"We are here to entertain the community, and if they get upset, then we are going to take their concerns seriously - and that's what we have done,'' Golden Gate Fields marketing boss Dan Cirimele said Thursday.

http://blog.sfgate.com/matierandross/2013/04/18/golden-gate-fields-yanks-booze-promotion/

Pakistan's Musharraf flees court to avoid arrest

Pakistan's former President and military ruler Pervez Musharraf leaves the High Court in Islamabad, Pakistan, Thursday, April 18, 2013.

http://www.crescent-news.com/latest%20headlines/2013/04/18/pakistan-s-musharraf-flees-court-to-avoid-arrest

5 Immigration Experts Who Denounce Right-Wing Radio's "Amnesty" Claim

Immigration experts dispute right-wing radio claims that the comprehensive immigration reform proposal is "amnesty." Indeed, the legislation introduced in the Senate on April 17 by a bipartisan group of senators includes a number of provisions undocumented immigrants would have to meet before they could apply for citizenship -- along with waiting ... (more)

http://mediamatters.org/blog/2013/04/18/5-immigration-experts-who-denounce-right-wing-r/193688

Cancer Society to get more than just a slice from moms' fundraiser

Servers Lisa Anderson, left, and Amy Crawford deliver pizzas to Colony Grill patrons at last year's "Moms Making a Difference" fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

http://www.fairfieldcitizenonline.com/news/articleGallery/Cancer-Society-to-get-more-than-just-a-slice-from-4438942.php

EPA ceases air-quality monitoring at Konza

The Environmental Protection Agency has stopped monitoring the air quality on the Konza Prairie at the request of Kansas Department of Health and Environment, and the owners of the Konza.

http://themercury.com/articles/epa-ceases-air-quality-monitoring-at-konza

Facebook, MacArthur Foundation, Mozilla, and the Family Online Safety ...

MENLO PARK, Calif . - Facebook, The John D. and Catherine T. MacArthur Foundation, Mozilla, and the Family Online Safety Institute today announced a series of activities to advance healthy online experiences so young people can more easily make smart and responsible choices on the Internet.

http://www.pressreleasepoint.com/facebook-macarthur-foundation-mozilla-and-family-online-safety-institute-launch-projectconnect

Chicago Earth Day event roundup

Since Wisconsin Senator Gaylord Nelson proposed the first Earth Day more than 40 years ago , the day of environmental action has morphed into something quite different - not unlike the environmental movement itself.

http://www.wbez.org/blogs/chris-bentley/2013-04/chicago-earth-day-event-roundup-106696

NY Times Follows Up Front-Page Accusations of NYPD Racial Profiling With Undermining -- on Page 25

The New York Times ' claims of racially motivated "stop and frisk" procedures by the NYPD are disintegrating, but casual Times readers would never know it.

http://www.mrc.org/articles/ny-times-follows-front-page-accusations-nypd-racial-profiling-undermining-page-25

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The new head of the U.S. casino lobby is a 38-year-old with ties to the travel industry who says he will seek consensus on Internet gambling.

http://www.wbay.com/story/22015238/travel-association-exec-to-lead-us-gambling-lobby

Humane Society wants to use birth control to cut Rock Creek deer population

Rock Creek Park in Washington, D.C. is in the midst of developing a program to control the park's deer population and is considering using birth control vaccines as a more humane approach to deer management.

http://dailycaller.com/2013/04/18/human-society-wants-to-use-birth-control-to-cut-rock-creek-deer-population/

Counterterrorism: Heritage Foundation Recommendations

In the aftermath of the act of terror in Boston and ricin-laced letters intercepted in Washington, D.C., the U.S. should rededicate itself to homeland security efforts.

http://insideronline.org/summary.cfm?id=19802

FJHS takes on cancer with relay team

The National Junior Honor Society along with the students and faculty of Farmersville Junior High School are joining forces with the American Cancer Society to help fight cancer through Relay for Life.

http://www.farmersvilletimes.com/articles/templates/news.asp?articleid=4617&zoneid=46

Book Review: 'Amtrak'

Fittingly, the American passenger train was born on the Fourth of July . On that date in 1828, one of our Founding Fathers laid the granite cornerstone of the first chartered railroad in the United States the Baltimore & Ohio Railroad.

http://www.washingtontimes.com/news/2013/apr/18/book-review-amtrak/

Bahrainis protest ahead of F1 motor racing event

Hundreds of protesters waved banners and chanted against the Bahrain government on Thursday ahead of this weekend's Formula One race, which the opposition sees as a chance to attract international attention to its pro-democracy campaign.

http://au.news.yahoo.com/thewest/a/-/world/16796592/bahrainis-protest-ahead-of-f1-motor-racing-event/

Mellon Grant awarded to NISO to encode e-resource license templates in ONIX-PL

The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation has awarded the National Information Standards Organization a grant to support the encoding of a collection of template licenses for e-resources into the ONIX for Publications Licenses format.

http://www.librarytechnology.org/ltg-displaytext.pl?RC=17856

Proof Eyewear Will Be Planting a Tree for Every Pair of Sunglasses Sold on Earth Day

For each eyewear purchase on Earth Day, April 22nd, Proof will be donating to this cause.

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130418005359/en/Proof-Eyewear-Planting-Tree-Pair-Sunglasses-Sold

Libya urged to give ex-spy chief access to lawyer

An international rights group is urging Libyan authorities to give an ex-spy chief indicted for alleged crimes against humanity access to a lawyer.

http://www.etaiwannews.com/etn/news_content.php?id=2200055

Middle School Holds Relay for Life in Memory of Beloved Teacher

Lindero Canyon Middle School held its first Relay for Life Wednesday in memory of Georgia Luxenberg, a beloved teacher who lost her battle with cancer last August.

http://agourahills.patch.com/articles/middle-school-holds-first-relay-for-life-in-memory-of-beloved-teacher

Parents tend to share more bacteria with family dogs than their children

As much as dog owners love their children, they tend to share more of themselves, at least in terms of bacteria, with their canine cohorts rather than their kids.

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20130418/Parents-tend-to-share-more-bacteria-with-family-dogs-than-their-children.aspx

Bahrain: Protests pose no threat to Grand Prix

The demonstrations on Thursday were mostly isolated to anti-government hotbed areas, however, and unlikely to disrupt preparations for Sunday's race, which is the premier international event in the kingdom.

http://www.cortezjournal.com/article/20130418/API/1304180632/Bahrain:-Protests-pose-no-threat-to-Grand-Prix

Olympic city won't kill stray dogs, cats

Following criticism from animal welfare groups, Sochi officials cancelled its plans to kill more than 2,000 stray cats and dogs before the 2014 Winter Olympics.

http://www.kare11.com/usatoday/sports/2093817/Olympic-city-wont-kill-stray-dogs-cats?

Wendy Walk co-chair to receive Student of Distinction Award

Walking through the School of Communication courtyard, senior Jackie Landes cradled a box filled to the brim with shirts, hats, sunglasses and socks, all bearing the Wendy Walk logo.

http://www.themiamihurricane.com/2013/04/18/wendy-walk-co-chair-to-receive-student-of-distinction-award/

Capella University Celebrates 2013 National Nurses Week with $3,000...

"As a recent report from the Institute of Medicine and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation made clear, there's never been a greater need for nurse leaders," said Capella's director of nursing and health care, Lonnie Wederski, PhD, MSN, MBA, RN.

http://eon.businesswire.com/news/eon/20130418006402/en/Capella-University-Celebrates-2013-National-Nurses-Week

Immigration Reform Could Help Determine GOP's Future

The immigration debate is becoming a critical issue for the Republican Party as several GOP leaders try to overcome conservative opposition to the new bill unveiled by a bipartisan group of eight senators.

http://www.newsmax.com/Newsfront/immigration-reform-gop-future/2013/04/18/id/500151

DeMint Goes After Rubio's Immigration Measure

After endorsing Marco Rubio in the Florida Republican Senate primary in June 2009, former senator Jim DeMint is now opposing the comprehensive immigration bill that Rubio helped author.

http://www.newsmax.com/Newsfront/demint-rubio-immigration-measure/2013/04/18/id/500179

Critically ill woman faces jail time if she goes forward with life-saving abortion

According to a report from Amnesty International, a seriously ill and pregnant El Salvadorian woman may face jail time if she goes forward with a life-saving and medically-recommended abortion.

http://www.salon.com/2013/04/18/critically_ill_woman_faces_jail_time_if_she_goes_forward_with_life_saving_abortion/

Pennsylvanians Warned About Phony Charities Following Boston Marathon Explosions

... Department of State, aside from religious organizations, and that the Bureau of Corporations and Charitable Organizations has not received any applications for charities related to the attack. Aichele says reputable organizations should be able to ...

http://philadelphia.cbslocal.com/2013/04/18/state-department-warns-pennsylvanians-about-phony-charities-following-boston-marathon-explosions/

New Screening Test Shows High Sensitivity in Detecting Colorectal Cancer

In a preliminary analysis, the Cologuard colorectal cancer screening test met or exceeded all primary and secondary endpoints of its recently completed DeeP-C pivotal clinical trial.

http://www.formkit.com/news/DailyDetail.cfm?chosen=67304

Unleashing the Audacity in Others

Perhaps no one is less popular these days than our elected officials. A recent Gallup poll revealed the Congressional approval rating is an abysmal 13 percent.

http://www.inc.com/audacious-companies/issie-lapowsky/change-org.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+inc%2Fheadlines+%28Inc.com+Headlines%29

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Ann Elaine Hinshaw, 64, went to be with her Lord on Monday, March 25th, 2013. Ann resided in Englewood, FL and passed away at Venice Regional Medical Center after fighting a 4-year battle with Cancer.

http://www.englewoodreview.com/main.asp?SectionID=36&SubSectionID=228&ArticleID=2682

Get to Know Your National Parks During National Park Week 2013

From April 20 through 28 the National Park Service and the National Park Foundation present National Park Week 2013.

http://www.paramuspost.com/article.php/20130417152340974

Mercury News: California bill would target fracking industry's water use

Authored by Assemblymember Mark Stone, D-Scotts Valley, the bill would require companies to disclose the source and amounts of water used in production, including fracking.

http://uprisingradio.org/home/2013/04/17/mercury-news-california-bill-would-target-fracking-industrys-water-use/

Company news: Irene Scruton joins SUNY Oswego's School of Business

Scruton, a former banking executive, was most recently executive director of the Safety Council of Central and Western New York, a chapter of the National Safety Council.

http://www.syracuse.com/news/index.ssf/2013/04/company_news_irene_scruton_joi.html

Opera Omaha invites audience to tweet

Opera fans can be notoriously fussy about their opera-watching experience, as anyone caught coughing - or noisily unwrapping a cough drop - in mid-performance might discover.

http://www.omaha.com/article/20130417/GO/130419775/1120

CISPA: A Good Samaritan law for cyberspace - Protects freedom, privacy

We in Kansas harbor, properly, a deep commitment to the protection of Constitutional civil liberties and privacy.

http://thehill.com/blogs/congress-blog/homeland-security/294459-cispa-a-good-samaritain-law-for-cyberspace-protects-freedom-privacy

Paint Forsyth Purple for American Cancer Society

The American Cancer Society is partnering with Better Hometown in Forsyth to "Paint the Town Purple." Join businesses and residents in showing your support in the fight against cancer by decorating your homes and property in purple decor starting May 1.

http://forsythmonroe.13wmaz.com/news/community-spirit/102062-paint-forsyth-purple-american-cancer-society

Bahrain GP on despite anti-government protests

Formula One returns this week to Bahrain, casting the spotlight on an event that has defied criticism while a bloody political crisis has engulfed one of the West's most important allies in the region.

http://www.miamiherald.com/2013/04/16/3347132/bahrain-gp-to-be-held-amid-protests.html

Gibout Toys - An Official Toy Bank Supporter Actively Donates to the...

Gibout Toys has always been an advocate of Social Responsibility by creating high quality toys that are unique, help fuel a child's imagination and learning while growing up with them rather than becoming just yesterday's passing trend.

http://www.sbwire.com/press-releases/gibout-toys-an-official-toy-bank-supporter-actively-donates-to-the-toy-industry-foundation-tif-programs-238663.htm

In jail eight months, Gaddafi spy chief hasn't seen lawyer: HRW

Muammar Gaddafi's former intelligence chief, jailed in Libya for eight months, has not seen a lawyer or been told what charges he faces, Human Rights Watch said on Wednesday, underscoring concerns about weak rule of law under transitional rule.

http://wtax.com/In-jail-eight-months-Gaddafi-spy-chief-hasn-t-seen/11472113?newsId=206403

Calif. bill to thwart animal investigations killed

A bill that would have limited undercover farm animal abuse investigations has been pulled by its author amid stiff and growing opposition.

http://www.seattlepi.com/news/us/article/Calif-bill-to-thwart-animal-investigations-killed-4441946.php

Drunk driving not the only way alcohol leads to teen deaths

Less than one-third of the 4,700 annual underage drinking-related deaths in the United States result from road crashes, according to a new study.

http://www.kplctv.com/story/22001201/drunk-driving-not-the-only-way-alcohol-leads-to-teen-deaths-study

Wayne Allyn Root At The Heritage Foundation: Taking Down Capitalism

If you could state it simply, the message of author and former libertarian vice-Presidential candidate Wayne Allyn Root would be this.

http://newsblaze.com/story/20130417114015rf76.nb/topstory.html

National Humanities Center Announces New Endowed Fellowship

April 15, 2013 The National Humanities Center is proud to announce the establishment of the Ruth W. and A. Morris Williams, Jr.

http://forums.triangle.com/?q=node/1771

House lawmakers weigh electronic pulltab options

... Vikings stadium. The House Commerce Committee met Tuesday to discuss the lagging pull-tab sales by charitable organizations at bars and restaurants. So far the games have raised far less tax revenue than first projected. Committee chairman Rep. Joe ...

http://www.marshallindependent.com/page/content.detail/id/308209/House-lawmakers-weigh-electronic-pulltab-options.html?nav=5028

China Trounces U.S. in Green Energy Investments

Investors plowed $65 billion into Chinese wind farms, solar panel arrays and other clean energy projects in 2012, a 20% increase over the year prior, according to a report released Wednesday by Pew Charitable Trusts and Bloomberg New Energy Finance.

http://www.energytribune.com/75953/china-trounces-u-s-in-green-energy-investments

Civilians Caught In Unending Crisis in Southern Kordofan

The armed conflict in Sudan's Southern Kordofan between the Sudanese government and armed opposition group, the Sudan Peoples' Liberation Army-North 1, continues unabated, and to the detriment of the civilian population.

http://www.amnestyusa.org/research/reports/civilians-caught-in-unending-crisis-in-southern-kordofan

Rewarding Terror Against Israel While Denouncing It Elsewhere

As Boston was mourning its victims of terror yesterday, a Parisian suburb was planning a gala fete for terrorists.

http://www.commentarymagazine.com/2013/04/17/rewarding-terror-against-israel-while-denouncing-it-elsewhere/

Pacete: A dream of peace for Korea

TOURISTS who have been to Korea would always romantically say that it is the 'Land of the Morning Calm' . The Filipino soldiers who joined the UN forces in fighting Korean and Chinese communist warriors in the '50s were witnesses to the sorrow and hardship of the Koreans who were divided by war.

http://www.sunstar.com.ph/bacolod/opinion/2013/04/18/pacete-dream-peace-korea-278184

Hair trends: Hair extension innovations introduced at IBS New York

The hottest hair trend right now is hair extensions and new innovations from SHE USA were introduced at IBS New York on Monday, April 15, during a morning press conference.

http://www.examiner.com/article/hair-trends-hair-extension-innovations-introduced-at-ibs-new-york?cid=rss

Mysterious dog deaths have Idaho residents on edge

The Humane Society of the United States is offering a $5,000 reward for information leading to a conviction in the death of four dogs found bludgeoned and shot to death in rural Idaho.

http://www.examiner.com/article/mysterious-dog-deaths-have-idaho-residents-on-edge?cid=rss

Bavarian Nordic A/S - Report on the Results of the Annual General Meeting, held 17 April 2013

KVISTGAARD, Denmark, April 17, 2013 - Bavarian Nordic A/S today held the Annual General Meeting with the results as follows: * The Board of Directors' Report and Financial Statement for 2012 were adopted at the General Meeting.

http://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2013/04/17/539108/0/en/Bavarian-Nordic-A-S-Report-on-the-Results-of-the-Annual-General-Meeting-held-17-April-2013.html

Growing Oral Cancer Trend: Younger Faces

Oral cancer is spreading. What was once considered an old man's disease is now crossing over into younger and younger generations.

http://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2013/04/17/539104/10028856/en/Growing-Oral-Cancer-Trend-Younger-Faces.html

Boston Marathon bombings: Jewish runner recounts a gruesome daya

"It's a gruesome day," Goodman, who lives in Cleveland, told the Cleveland Jewish News from the Fairmont Copley Hotel, where he was staying in Boston.

http://www.jewishtimes.com/index.php/jewishtimes/news/jt/national_news/boston_marathon_bombings_jewish_runner_recounts_gruesome_day/35382

When humanity seems to get inhumane

... recognizes the strength of will, perseverance and pride in one's community. The race assisted 35 charitable organizations for the 2013 Boston Marathon by providing guaranteed entries for their organization's fund raising purposes and, in the spirit ...

http://www.ruidosonews.com/ruidoso-editorial/ci_23039724/when-humanity-seems-get-inhumane.html

Calif. bill to thwart animal investigations killed

A bill that would have limited undercover farm animal abuse investigations has been pulled by its author amid stiff and growing opposition.

http://www.star-telegram.com/2013/04/17/4782459/calif-bill-to-thwart-animal-investigations.html

Local bands rock again to benefit cancer research

From The Gigs to EW Dogg and The Skirts, many area bands honed their skills and earned a loyal fanbase in the Dundalk and Baltimore region.

http://dundalkeagle.com/component/content/article/26-front-page/45115-local-bands-rock-again-to-benefit-cancer-research

Rand Paul Says He is Considering a Presidential Run in 2016

Sen. Rand Paul said this morning that he is considering a run for president in 2016, but will not make a decision before 2014.

http://reason.com/blog/2013/04/17/rand-paul-says-he-is-considering-a-pres?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+reason%2FHitandRun+%28Reason+Online+-+Hit+%26+Run+Blog%29

SCOTUS: U.S. can't play tortmaster-general to the world

This morning's big Supreme Court decision in Kiobel v. Royal Dutch Petroleum was a huge win for good sense.

http://overlawyered.com/2013/04/scotus-u-s-cant-play-tortmaster-general-world/?#038;#038;

Willits datebook for April 2013

Parents can stop by the school office anytime between 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to fill out an application, or find the application online at www.willitselementarycharter.com. The deadline for the initial enrollment period is April 30.

http://www.willitsnews.com/ci_23044673/willits-datebook-april-2013

Drunk driving not the only way alcohol leads to teen deaths

Less than one-third of the 4,700 annual underage drinking-related deaths in the United States result from road crashes, according to a new study.

http://www.news9.com/story/22001201/drunk-driving-not-the-only-way-alcohol-leads-to-teen-deaths-study

Most teen-drinking deaths aren't traffic-related

That's the message from MADD, whose new analysis of alcohol-related deaths among people 15-20 estimates that 68% of fatalities connected to underage drinking are not traffic related.

http://www.rgj.com/usatoday/article/2070405

After Hope and Change: The Future of Conservatism and American Politics

The 2012 elections were, by all accounts, a turning point in American politics. President Obama and challenger Mitt Romney fought a grueling ground-war for the hearts and minds of American voters.

http://www.heritage.org/events/2013/05/after-hope-and-change

Kerry's Soft Touch on North Korea

When John Kerry was selected as U.S. Secretary of State, Korea watchers wondered which policy path he'd follow.

http://www.heritage.org/research/commentary/2013/4/kerrys-soft-touch-on-north-korea

A Legacy of Rogues in Afghanistan

Americans who left Zero Dark Thirty thinking that the dark stain of torture is behind us should be cautioned by the U.S. exit strategy in Afghanistan.

https://www.commondreams.org/view/2013/04/17-6

Make-A-Wish Foundation

This Charity & Volunteer Groups ad in Dallas - Fort Worth may contain time-sensitive information and offers. Please check with Make-A-Wish Foundation to confirm availability.

http://findnsave.star-telegram.com/Local-Ads/a-342814/Make-A-Wish-Foundation/27512705

Passing on Paper and Skipping the Bag: Empowering Consumers Through Everyday Changes

From breaking cellphone recycling records to launching an eco-rating system for AT&T branded devices, AT&T is working with its customers to be more sustainable.

http://www.csrwire.com/press_releases/35480-Passing-on-Paper-and-Skipping-the-Bag-Empowering-Consumers-Through-Everyday-Changes

Russia: Activist Held Without Bail

Throwing an activist in pretrial detention as he is raising concerns about the inspections of nongovernmental organizations raises a red flag about the motives for detaining him.

http://www.hrw.org/news/2013/04/17/russia-activist-held-without-bail

Scientific American:"Keystone XL Oil Pipeline Exacerbates Climate Change"-Consultant's Bias EXPOSED

The US's most widely read scientific publication Scientific American has confirmed what critics of the Keystone XL Pipeline have long contended, that the Keystone XL Pipeline would have a significant detrimental effect on Greenhouse Gas emissions accelerating the rate of Climate Change by burning the world's dirtiest oil.

http://www.dailykos.com/story/2013/04/17/1202533/--Scientific-American-Keystone-XL-Oil-Pipeline-Exacerbates-Climate-Change-State-s-consultant-s-bias

Community Calendar for April 17

Hartselle High School is helping with Relay for Life and will have many ways to donate.

http://www.hartselleenquirer.com/2013/04/17/community-calendar-for-april-17/

Austin Music Map Nominated for a Webby Award

April 17, 2013 - KUTX 98.9's Austin Music Map has been nominated for best website in the music category in the 17th Annual Webby Awards .

http://kut.org/2013/04/austin-music-map-nominated-for-a-webby-award/

Study Looks at Microbial Differences Between Parents, Kids and Dogs

As much as dog owners love their children, they tend to share more of themselves, at least in terms of bacteria, with their canine cohorts rather than their kids.

http://www.infectioncontroltoday.com/news/2013/04/study-looks-at-microbial-differences-between-parents-kids-and-dogs.aspx?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+News-ICT+%28ICT_News%29

Marking 41 years of solitary, the Angola 3 Coalition launches new anti-solitary campaign

Today, April 17, 2013, marks 41 years that Albert Woodfox and Herman Wallace have been unjustly incarcerated in solitary confinement in Louisiana.

http://www.indybay.org/newsitems/2013/04/17/18735312.php

Morocco cancels war games with US over rights

Morocco on Tuesday canceled its annual military exercises with the United States after the Obama administration backed having the U.N. monitor human rights in the disputed territory of Western Sahara, U.S. officials said.

http://www.newstalkradiowhio.com/ap/ap/social-issues/us-officials-war-games-with-morocco-canceled/nXNgy/

House lawmakers weigh electronic pulltab options

... Vikings stadium. The House Commerce Committee met Tuesday to discuss the lagging pull-tab sales by charitable organizations at bars and restaurants. So far the games have raised far less tax revenue than first projected. Committee chairman Rep. Joe ...

http://www.kare11.com/news/news_article.aspx?storyid=1021864

El Paso Steps Up to Plate

With real-estate values on the upswing, the age-old battle between development and preservation is heating up again in some cities.

http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324345804578424911173424722.html

How Do We Balance Measuring Outcomes with Measuring to Learn and Improve?

On April 25, 2013, the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation will host a national convening of leaders from 11 foundations, as well as experts in evaluation, social media, and communications to develop measures for evaluating the impact of social media on foundation outcomes.

http://www.bethkanter.org/metrics-sm-re/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+bethblog+%28Beth%27s+Blog%29

Motorsport: Bahrain F1 race going ahead in spite of calls for boycott

Anti-Government protesters have focused on the grand prix with a poster that depicts people who have died during previous unrest.

http://www.nzherald.co.nz/motorsport/news/article.cfm?c_id=66&objectid=10878139&ref=rss

Democratic tax plan headed to a House vote next week

... the bill is the $275 million question this month. The initial draft drew strong criticism from charitable organizations for the way it trimmed deductions for individuals earning $125,000 or more and couples earning $250,000 or more. Democrats ...

http://www.oregonlive.com/politics/index.ssf/2013/04/democratic_tax_plan_headed_to.html

American Cancer Society needs drivers for Road to Recovery program

The American Cancer Society is looking for volunteers to help drive cancer patients to treatment.

http://www.kvue.com/news/health/30th-year-for-American-Cancer-Societys-Road-to-Recovery-program-203411801.html

Advancing Trade Freedom: Key Objective of Trade Promotion Authority Renewal

Trade Promotion Authority has been a critical tool for advancing free trade and spreading its benefits to a greater number of Americans.

http://www.heritage.org/research/reports/2013/04/advancing-trade-freedom-key-objective-of-trade-promotion-authority-renewal

43 Newtown charities report raising $20.4 million

... "This request was an initial step to provide information to the public, Newtown community and other charitable organizations trying to meet the needs of those affected by this tragedy," Jepsen said in a written statement. The information that has ...

http://www.ydr.com/nation-world/ci_23036240/43-newtown-charities-report-raising-20-4-million

Gaithersburga s Frederick Avenue corridor suffering from a stagnationa

Gaithersburg's Frederick Avenue corridor is plagued by a “sense of stagnation,” according to preliminary results of a city study.

http://www.gazette.net/article/20130416/NEWS/130419288/1022/gaithersburg-x2019-s-frederick-avenue-corridor-suffering-from&template=gazette

New ocean policy encourages more local input

Rep. Sam Farr, D-Carmel, says a new policy from President Barack Obama will help preserve the economy of communities that rely on oceans.

http://www.montereyherald.com/local/ci_23037472/new-ocean-policy-encourages-more-local-input?source=rss

Patagonia's Huemul Deer Rebounds From Brink...

Researchers are reporting some rare good news in the world of animal conservation.

http://www.redorbit.com/news/science/1112823938/huemul-deer-rebounds-041613/

Actelion Rises to 2-Year High as Company May Raise Forecast

Actelion Ltd., the Swiss drugmaker that gets most of its sales from one drug, rose to the highest in more than two years after saying it may raise its full-year forecast and reporting first-quarter profit that beat estimates.

http://washpost.bloomberg.com/Story?docId=1376-MLAZE86JIJVS01-0NNCJ8V97UKHJ0I0N153N8S9NF

Turkey: Sentencing of Pianist for Twitter Posts Strikes Ominous Note

Although he was spared the indignity of being sent to jail, Say could find himself locked up if he is convicted of similar offenses during the next five years.

http://www.eurasianet.org/node/66835

Cancer support group meets April 23

The cancer support group will meet on Tuesday, April 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the American Cancer Society office, 2942 F St.

http://www.redwoodtimes.com/health/ci_23037159/cancer-support-group-meets-april-23

Read about Lady Bird's love of wildflowers at the Wildflower Center

Spring is wildflower season in central Texas, so it was the perfect time to introduce Miss Lady Bird's Wildflowers , a new book written by Kathi Appelt and illustrated by Joy Fisher Hein.

http://www.examiner.com/article/read-about-lady-bird-s-love-of-wildflowers-at-the-wildflower-center?cid=rss

Charities for Newtown collect $20M

... "This request was an initial step to provide information to the public, Newtown community and other charitable organizations trying to meet the needs of those affected by this tragedy," Jepsen said, adding that his office will be contacting the ...

http://www.ctpost.com/news/article/Charities-for-Newtown-collect-20-million-4438831.php

BP oil spill trial continues as demonstrators note upcoming 3-year anniversary of disaster

The automatic mode function of the drilling rig's blowout preventer is intended to seal the well without rig personnel intervening when hydraulics, electricity and communications are all lost.

http://www.nola.com/news/gulf-oil-spill/index.ssf/2013/04/bp_oil_spill_draws_demonstrato.html

Two New National Natural Landmarks Designated

The National Park Service today announced the designation of two new national natural landmarks.

http://www.paramuspost.com/article.php/2013041616052911

New Kelowna road signs encourage witnesses to report impaired drivers

By Wade Paterson - Kelowna Capital News Published: April 16, 2013 12:00 PM Updated: April 16, 2013 12:54 PM After her band rehearsal, she went to a friend's house to visit a couple of her friends who had been drinking.

http://www.kelownacapnews.com/news/203260361.html

Fifty years after King's march, true equality still elusive

At the 1963 March on Washington, D.C., for jobs and justice, Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., delivered his famous "I Have a Dream," speech in which he then declared 100 years after the signing of the Emancipation Proclamation, "the Negro still is not free." "One hundred years later, the life of the Negro is still sadly crippled by the manacles of ... (more)

http://www.finalcall.com/artman/publish/National_News_2/article_9759.shtml

Report: State Department's Keystone Analysis Ignores True Climate Impact

The State Department has drastically underestimated the damage the Keystone XL pipeline will do to the global climate, according to new research released Tuesday.

http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2013/04/16/state-department-keystone-report_n_3092865.html?utm_hp_ref=politics&ir=Politics&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+HP%2FPolitics+%28Politics+on+The+Huffington+Post%29

Past bombings prepared response in Boston

When the first bomb went off near the finish line of the Boston Marathon, emergency personnel knew to expect another.

http://www.cnn.com/2013/04/16/us/boston-bombings-lessons/index.html?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+rss%2Fcnn_latest+%28RSS%3A+Most+Recent%29

Justice Activists Call For 'Serious' Review Of UN War Crimes Court

A mother from Srebrenica cries in front of the Yugoslav war crimes tribunal after the appeal judgement of Momcilo Perisic in February.

http://www.rferl.org/content/yugoslav-justice-activists-call-serious-review-un-war-crimes-court/24958986.html

Big Read Film Screening at Scotch Plains Public Library

The Big Read continues at Scotch Plains Public Library with a screening of the film In the Time of the Butterflies , an adaptation of Julia Alvarez' book, on Monday, April 22 at 7:00pm. The2001 movie stars Salma Hayek and Edward James Olmos.

http://thealternativepress.com/articles/big-read-film-screening-at-scotch-plains-public-l

Bahrain GP To Be Held Amid Protests

Formula One returns this week to Bahrain, casting the spotlight on a series that has defied criticism to race on while a bloody political crisis has engulfed one of the West's most important allies in the region.

http://www.kolotv.com/sports/headlines/Bahrain-GP-To-Be-Held-Amid-Protests-203228411.html

CORONA: Stillman College student named presidential scholar

Franchesca J. Jefferson, a biology major from Corona, receives a Presidential Scholars award from Dr.

http://www.pe.com/local-news/riverside-county/corona/corona-headlines-index/20130416-corona-stillman-college-student-named-presidential-scholar.ece

Shikha Dalmia on Immigration and Welfare

A perennial objection to relaxing the border with Mexico is that the U.S. has to stop poor, low- skilled foreigners from overburdening its social-welfare system.

http://reason.com/archives/2013/04/16/dont-believe-what-youve-heard-about-immi

Relay For Life of Holmes County this weekend

Relay For Life of Holmes County's main event is coming to bring an exciting conclusion to this year's relay efforts from 6 p.m. on April 19 to 6 a.m. on April 20 and will be held at Memorial Park in Bonifay.

http://www.chipleypaper.com/news/local/relay-for-life-of-holmes-county-this-weekend-1.127439

Iraq executes 21 nationals drawing international condemnation

Iraq put 21 men to death on Tuesday, a senior justice ministry official told AFP, the latest in a series of mass executions that have drawn international condemnation.

http://www.albawaba.com/news/iraq-execution-485105

Attorney General, Consumer Protection Post Information

... "This request was an initial step to provide information to the public, Newtown community and other charitable organizations trying to meet the needs of those affected by this tragedy," said Attorney General George Jepsen. "My office will be ...

http://www.stamfordplus.com/stm/information/nws1/publish/News_1/Attorney-General-Consumer-Protection-Post-Information19910.shtml

Southwest at CLT: More cities, fares TBD

OK, I'm late telling you about Southwest Airlines beginning service in Charlotte yesterday , the culmination of its acquisition of AirTran.

http://www.bizjournals.com/charlotte/blog/queen_city_agenda/2013/04/southwest-at-clt-more-cities-fares-tbd.html?ana=RSS&s=article_search&utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+vertical_61+%28Airline+%26+Airport+Industry+News%29

Swazi regime detain PUDEMO member for handling pamphlets on state of emergency anniversary

Wonder Mkhonza, National Organising Secretary of the banned Swazi political party the People's United Democratic Movement and Secretary General of the Swaziland Processing Allied Workers Union was detained on Friday April 12, allegedly for being in possession of 5000 PUDEMO pamphlets.

http://www.newstimeafrica.com/archives/31613

EarthTalk / 4-step plan for U.S. to ease global warming

Building sustainable transportation systems that would reduce scenes like traffic-clogged I-95, is one of the steps to reducing the greenhouse gases that are fueling global warming.

http://www.westport-news.com/opinion/article/EarthTalk-4-step-plan-for-U-S-to-ease-global-4438530.php

Charities for Newtown collect $20 million; distribute one-tenth

... "This request was an initial step to provide information to the public, Newtown community and other charitable organizations trying to meet the needs of those affected by this tragedy," Jepsen said, adding that his office will be contacting the ...

http://www.newstimes.com/news/article/Charities-for-Newtown-collect-20-million-4438831.php

Justin Bieber on track to break Make-A-Wish Foundation record

He is on his way to granting more wishes with the Make-A-Wish Foundation than any other musician in the group's 23-year history Justin Bieber may be on track to breaking a major record for his charity work.

http://www.kzbb.com/cc-common/news/sections/newsarticle.html?feed=104650&article=11195988

Violence claims at least 19 lives, leaves at least 24 injured

Yesterday 's violence claimed "at least 55" lives . Iraq Body Count counts 62 deaths.

http://thecommonills.blogspot.com/2013/04/violence-claims-at-least-19-lives.html

Discovery of new type of kidney cancer may lead to new treatments

UCLA researchers have identified a new subtype of kidney cancer . The discovery may lead to new and better treatments tailored to specific patients with the disease.

http://www.examiner.com/article/discovery-of-new-type-of-kidney-cancer-may-lead-to-new-treatments?cid=rss

EPAa s Tier 3 Tyranny

President Obama's Environmental Protection Agency has already promulgated a tsunami of 1,920 regulations, many of which will bring few health or environmental benefits, but will impose high economic and unemployment costs, often to advance the Administration's decidedly anti-hydrocarbon agenda.

http://news.heartland.org/editorial/2013/04/16/epas-tier-3-tyranny

Charles Chuck Louis Morris, 69

Chuck, of Bremerton, passed away April 12 at Harrison Medical Center. He was born in Webb, Iowa and was preceded in death by his parents, Geraldine and Harry; his brother, Robert ; and sisters, Gerry Lou and Mavis.

http://www.kitsapsun.com/news/2013/apr/16/charles-chuck-louis-morris-69/?partner=RSS

Tear gas used to quell Bahrain F1 protests

Loveday Morris is an award-winning freelance journalist currently based in Beirut and covering the unfolding crisis in Syria.

http://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/middle-east/tear-gas-used-to-quell-bahrain-f1-protests-8575618.html

Rita Bailey named 'Duchess of Paducah'

Paducah Mayor Gayle Kaler presented a certificate and title of "Duchess of Paducah" to Rita Bailey at the Paducah City Commission meeting Tuesday, April 9. Bailey earned the honor for her work with Lourdes Hospital, the hospital's Relay For Life team and the "Dancing With Our Stars" fundraiser for the American Cancer Society.

http://www.ky-news.com/rita-bailey-named-duchess-of-paducah-cms-5897

On Ed Feulner and the Future of Conservatism

I bid a fond farewell to Ed Feulner, founder and former president of the Heritage Foundation.

http://spectator.org/blog/2013/04/16/on-ed-feulner-and-the-future-o

Iraq executes 21 on 'terror' charges

Iraq put 21 men to death on Tuesday, a senior justice ministry official told AFP, the latest in a series of mass executions that have drawn international condemnation.

http://www.abs-cbnnews.com/global-filipino/world/04/16/13/iraq-executes-21-terror-charges

Survivors dinner set for Thursday

At 5:30 p.m. Thursday, the non-profit organization will host the ninth annual Survivors Dinner at the Simmons Center.

http://duncanbanner.com/x1097424566/Survivors-dinner-set-for-Thursday

Beyonce Joins Forces with Goodwill During Her Mrs. Carter Show World Tour

The Mrs. Carter Show world tour just got underway Monday night in Serbia, but Beyonce is already making announcements about the upcoming North American leg of her trek.

http://www.magic1017.com/rssItem.asp?feedid=171&itemid=30021986

Maryland Dog Bite Liability Measure Fails in House

Lawmakers on the final day of the Maryland General Assembly failed to pass a measure that would change a court ruling that designated pit bulls as an "inherently dangerous" breed.

http://www.insurancejournal.com/news/east/2013/04/16/288585.htm

Scientists learn what makes nerve cells so strong

How do nerve cells-which can each be up to three feet long in humans-keep from rupturing or falling apart? Axons, the long, cable-like projections on neurons, are made stronger by a unique modification of the common molecular building block of the cell skeleton.

http://www.rdmag.com/news/2013/04/scientists-learn-what-makes-nerve-cells-so-strong

What Government Tests Found in Your Meat

A recently released report from Food and Drug Administration found that of all the raw ground turkey tested, 81% was contaminated with antibiotic-resistant bacteria.

http://5newsonline.com/2013/04/16/meat-drugs/

Educational Software Gets Graded

Edu Star platform aims to give teachers, schools and developers empirical rankings of education tech tools, accelerating application innovation and deployment.

http://www.informationweek.com/education/instructional-it/educational-software-gets-graded/240152986?cid=RSSfeed_IWK_All

Miscellany: Eleanor Roosevelt on Elvis, etc.

President Obama's 2014 budget contains some good news for the arts - modest increases in the budgets of the National Endowment for the Arts and the National Endowment for the Humanities - but a proposed limit on tax deductions for charitable giving could have a devastating effect on arts institutions, not to mention higher education, medical ... (more)

http://www.therestisnoise.com/2013/04/misc-1.html

Transcription Factors Regulating Blood Oxygen Linked to Melanoma Metastases

Researchers at the University of North Carolina have discovered that transcription factors regulating the levels of oxygen in the blood also play a role in the spread of the skin cancer melanoma.

http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2013/04/130416102125.htm

UNICEF reports progress in combating childhood stunting

New York, Apr 16 : A United Nations nutrition report released Monday shows that progress has been made in recent years in addressing stunting in children, and calls for increased efforts to accelerate a response to a condition that affects some 165 million children across the world.

http://www.newkerala.com/news/story/8604/unicef-reports-progress-in-combating-childhood-stunting.html

Smoking Bans in Public Housing Could Save Dollars, Lives: CDC

Smoking bans in subsidized housing, including public housing and rental assistance programs, would save $521 million a year, according to new U.S. government research.

http://www.ivillage.com/smoking-bans-public-housing-could-save-dollars-lives-cdc/4-a-533475?dst=iv%3AiVillage%3Asmoking-bans-public-housing-could-save-dollars-lives-cdc-533475

UN issues urgent call to end bloodshed in Syria

New York, Apr 16 : In a joint appeal for an urgent political solution to the prolonged crisis in Syria which has killed some 70,000 people, the heads of five United Nations agencies Monday called on political leaders to meet their responsibility to the people of Syria and to the future of the region.

http://www.newkerala.com/news/story/8612/un-issues-urgent-call-to-end-bloodshed-in-syria.html

UN health conference seeks to save millions of newborns

New York, Apr 16 : Scaling up existing interventions, such as using low cost medicines and exclusively breastfeeding after birth, could help save the lives of millions of babies each year, the United Nations said Monday as hundreds of health officials and government representatives gathered for the opening session of the first-ever Global Newborn ... (more)

http://www.newkerala.com/news/story/8613/un-health-conference-seeks-to-save-millions-of-newborns.html

Zumwalt Prairie in northeast Oregon designated National Natural Landmark

The Nature Conservancy manages its day-to-day work on it preserve on the Zumwalt Prairie from this old ranch house Oregon's Zumwalt Prairie has been added to the National Natural Landmark system by the National Park Service.

http://www.oregonlive.com/travel/index.ssf/2013/04/zumwalt_prairie_in_northeast_o.html

American Cancer Society accepting nominations for 2013 Spirit of Hope Awards

The American Cancer Society is currently accepting nominations for the 2013 American Cancer Society Spirit of Hope Awards.

http://www.katc.com/news/american-cancer-society-accepting-nominations-for-2013-spirit-of-hope-awards/

Car blast ahead of Bahrain F1

A Bahraini youth opposition group on Monday said it blew up a car in Manama overnight in an incident the authorities blamed on a "terrorist group" just days ahead of the country's Formula One Grand Prix.

http://www.sport24.co.za/Motorsport/Car-blast-ahead-of-Bahrain-F1-20130415

Is There a Serial Dog Killer at Work in Idaho?

In the past five months, more than 30 dogs have gone missing from the Twin Falls and Jerome County region of Idaho, which is about 125 miles southeast of Boise.

http://www.dogster.com/the-scoop/serial-dog-killer-idaho-german-shepherds?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+DogsterForTheLoveOfDogBlog+%28Dogster+For+The+Love+of+Dog+Blog%29

DSLBD is ecstatic to learn H Street Main Street has received the GAMSA award

On Sunday April 14, 2013, another indication of the success of the District of Columbia's economy and revitalization efforts was recognized as the H Street Main Street commercial district was presented with the 2013 Great American Main Street Award .

http://www.examiner.com/article/dslbd-is-ecstatic-to-learn-h-street-main-street-has-received-the-gamsa-award?cid=CBS_Biz

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By Francis X. Rocca, Catholic News Service VATICAN CITY -- Amid rising concerns about corruption and mismanagement in the central administration of the Catholic Church, The Vatican Secretariat of State announced April 13 that the pope had established the group -- which includes Boston Cardinal Sean P. O'Malley and Sydney Cardinal George Pell -- to ... (more)

http://www.iobserve.org/index.php?cntnt01articleid=2451&mact=News,cntnt01,detail,0

Putting balance and context into recent history

One aspect of political analysis and historical study in our society is the difficulty to be non-partisan. Prejudice not context rules over the developments we have lived through.

http://www.buenosairesherald.com/article/128730/putting-balance-and-context-into-recent-history-

Car blast hits Bahrain ahead of F1: police

A Bahraini youth opposition group on Monday said it blew up a car in Manama overnight in an incident the authorities blamed on a "terrorist group" just days ahead of the country's Formula One Grand Prix.

http://sports.xin.msn.com/car-blast-hits-bahrain-ahead-of-f1-police-2

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Sarah Carlson, a teacher from Friedell Middle School, has been selected to the 2013 LearnZillion Dream Team.

http://www.olmstedcountyjournal.com/single.php?article_id=2826

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Environmental regulators have ruled that Vermont's Act 250 land use law would apply to any proposal to reverse the flow in an oil pipeline system that crosses northern Vermont.

http://www.wcax.com/story/21983216/vt-panel-says-land-use-law-applies-on-pipeline

Did McConnell Call For African-American "Outreach" To Republicans?

Last night Roll Call 's Meredith Shiner published a report on Mitch McConnell's obsessive efforts to head off a right-wing primary challenge in 2014 (perhaps, other observers suggest , from Louisville business figure Matthew Bevin, who is being courted by Kentucky Tea Party activists, or perhaps from some other heavily funded direction.

http://www.washingtonmonthly.com/political-animal-a/2013_04/did_mcconnell_call_for_african044186.php?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+washingtonmonthly%2Frss+%28Political+Animal+at+Washington+Monthly%29

Quarter of a million newborns die annually in Nigeria - Experts

More and more newborn babies are dying annually despite greater knowledge about what kills them, and cheap and simple measures to save them, a global conference in Johannesburg heard Monday.

http://www.vanguardngr.com/2013/04/quarter-of-a-million-newborns-die-annually-in-nigeria-experts/

Bahrain: New move to crush dissent ahead of Grand Prix

A move by Bahrain's government to jail anyone found guilty of insulting the Gulf nation's King for up to five years is a new attempt to crush dissent before the country hosts the Formula One Grand Prix later this week, Amnesty International said.

http://www.amnestyusa.org/news/news-item/bahrain-new-move-to-crush-dissent-ahead-of-grand-prix

Happy Tax Day

Curious to see where it is your tax dollars are going on this fine spring day? The Heritage Foundation has a handy infographic with the breakdown: Or, if you prefer, you can check out the White House's version of your tax receipt, which gets a tiny bit more specific - but conspicuously not that specific, hem hem.

http://hotair.com/archives/2013/04/15/happy-tax-day/

Russell Kirk

The name of "Russell Kirk" is heard seldom, if ever, in conservative circles today.

http://townhall.com/columnists/jackkerwick/2013/04/15/russell-kirk-n1568456

Scientists learn what makes nerve cells so strong

How do nerve cells-which can each be up to three feet long in humans-keep from rupturing or falling apart? Axons, the long, cable-like projections on neurons , are made stronger by a unique modification of the common molecular building block of the cell skeleton.

http://medicalxpress.com/news/2013-04-scientists-nerve-cells-strong.html

Bahrain grand prix is on, insists Bernie Ecclestone

Note: We do not store your email address but your IP address will be logged to prevent abuse of this feature.

http://www.independent.co.uk/sport/motor-racing/bahrain-grand-prix-is-on-insists-bernie-ecclestone-8574202.html

Tenn. animal abuse reporting bill hits Senate snag

An effort to require animal abuse whistleblowers to quickly submit damning evidence to law enforcement has hit a snag in the state Senate over questions about the true intentions of the bill.

http://www.krmg.com/ap/ap/crime/tenn-animal-abuse-reporting-bill-hits-senate-snag/nXMbB/

The Art of Watercolors

On today's show, Heidi Mullendore from Canoe Creek State Park and local artist Penelope Wilson talk about the upcoming class.

http://wearecentralpa.com/fulltext?nxd_id=452852

Help your cat with separation anxiety

Cats can quickly become very attached to you, which may lead to separation anxiety.

http://www.14news.com/story/21982532/help-your-cat-with-separation-anxiety

Turkish criminal court sentences pianist for insulting Islam on Twitter

Say was given a suspended 10-month sentence [ Hurriyet Daily News report]. The controversial case focused on several comments Say made through Twitter [media website]. Say's lawyers contend that Say did not intend to insult religion and that he made no open call to violence.

http://jurist.org/paperchase/2013/04/turkish-criminal-court-sentences-pianist-for-insulting-islam-on-twitter.php

Battle erupts in California over clothes donation ...

A political fight over charity collection bins is brewing in California, where property owners complain that the boxes are sometimes dropped onto their land without permission, becoming magnets for graffiti and shelter for transients.

http://wtaq.com/news/articles/2013/apr/15/battle-erupts-in-california-over-clothes-donation-bins/

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Secretary of State John Kerry tells CNN that foreign students are "scared" of guns in America: "We had an interesting discussion about why fewer students are coming to, particularly from Japan, to study in the United States, and one of the responses I got from our officials from conversations with parents here is that theyA re actually scared.

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Photo of the Day - Monday

A student sits in front of a luminaria during the 11th annual Washington University Relay for Life late Saturday night. The event raised $212,814.84 for the American Cancer Society.

http://www.studlife.com/uncategorized/2013/04/15/photos-of-the-week-april15-19/

How to Fix a Wet Basement - Westfield, NJ 07090

Westfield, NJ is a beautiful town in Union County, New Jersey that boasts a historical past and a vibrant present.

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"Saddam Hussein Was Insane," Ex-Iraqi Foreign Minister Tariq Aziz Says

In an interview due to air on the English-language channel Al-Arabiya on April 18, Traiq Aziz, the Foreign minister and later deputy Prime minister who served under Former Iraqi President Saddam Hussein, claimed that the deceased leader of a bygone Iraq was "mentally ill" when he gave the order to invade Kuwait in 1990, the incident that sparked ... (more)

http://au.ibtimes.com/articles/457397/20130416/iraq-first-gulf-war-saddam-hussein-insane-saddam-mentally-unstable-saddam-mentally-unhinged-tareq-az.htm