Angola: Nation Forges Oil Ties With Russia Jun 28, 2009
Luanda Angola and Russia have decided to urge their oil companies to establish profitable cooperation for both sides, Angolan President Jose Eduardo dos Santos disclosed Friday ... President dos Santos said that OPEC is interested in improving cooperation with Russia. (allAfrica.com)
Places Left Behind Jun 28, 2009
No longer will families in Firebaugh, Mendota, Dos Palos and other small communities have a place to educate their children in their faith, a place where the sons and daughters of farmers and farmworkers came together to learn values and create memories that would last a lifetime. I want to know why the Diocese of Fresno has seemingly abandoned this school that serves a poor swath of Fresno County when funds pour into the coffers of wealthy parishes and schools like Saint Anthony's in Fresno and... (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
* Parliamentarians group to meet in Taipei in August Jun 28, 2009
During the visit, legislators discussed the arms issue with officials from the US Department of State and the Department of Defense, as well as with leaders of the armed services committees of the Senate and the House of Representatives. The discussions helped the US to resolve any doubts about Taiwans determination to acquire the weapon systems, Lin said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
Timed for bliss Jun 28, 2009
Even after they are found to be well-matched, there are many dos and donts to observe before they can tie the knot. Some people may view these ancient guidelines as unacceptable and illogical, but it is important to follow them because the science of astrology influences ones daily life. (The Star Online, Malaysia)
* US talks disappoint Chinese official Jun 27, 2009
The United States DOD [Department of Defense] and DOS [Department of State] should work towards arriving at a consensus by this summer regarding Taiwans specific defense needs. It must also ascertain what the KMT administration is actually willing to purchase, it said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan)
Specter Flips to Support Public Insurance Option Jun 26, 2009
Hes a very strong Obama nominee to be legal counsel to the Department of State. But I thank you for coming to Washington, I think you for putting up with this heat and waiting and I thank you for your passion and your presence and your rally. (Newsmax)
General compares U.K., U.S. military approaches Jun 26, 2009
"We look at the U.S. and see a nation at war, you perhaps, look at your Department of State and wish they were supporting that war," he said. "The U.S. has the resources to give it the strategic patience to endure in conflict. The U.K. commits limited resources, for a limited time, to a limited location to take limited risks, and then it will go.". (Leavenworth Lamp, KS)
Car wash raises money for activist's funeral Jun 26, 2009
Couples should have a talk about an important issue that will affect their future before exchanging their "I dos," according to Kristy Archuleta of Kansas State University's Institute of Personal Financial Planning Clinic. "Couples need to talk about money before getting married," Archuleta said. (Fresno Bee)
Stars to shine in Chowchilla Jun 25, 2009
North All-Stars Larry Taylor, Patterson; John Mobley, Atwater; Bernard Bolden, Merced; Nick Batteate, Oakdale; Isaiah Mendez-Borba, Oakdale; Kyle Hopper, Waterford; Kyle Davey, Buhach Colony; Adrian Abarca, Golden Valley; Eddie Beavers, Merced; Trevor Mew, Central Valley; Rob Diepersloot, Chowchilla; Donovan Smith, Hilmar; Kyle Espinola, Chowchilla; Fred Gaines, Chowchilla; Daryle Pacheco, Orestimba; Hodari Peterson, Buhach Colony; Victor Sanchez, Golden Valley; Humberto DelRio, Dos Palos;... (Modesto Bee, CA)
Ghana's Oldest Centenarian Passes Away Jun 25, 2009
The Californian super-centenarian Gertrude Baines, who was born on 6 April 1894, assumed her current title as the oldest living person, following the 2 January 2009 death of Portuguese woman super-centenarian- Maria de Jesus dos Santos, who was born on 10 September 1893 (115yeras and 114 days- making her the worlds oldest person for five weeks at the time). Santos is said to have been bestowed that status after the 26 November 2008 death of American Edna Parker who, according to Guinness... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Jailed N Korea reporters visited Jun 25, 2009
The Dong-A newspaper quoted sources saying that Mr Kim had told key Department of State Security officials to treat 26- year-old Kim Jong-un as their boss when father and son visited the headquarters in Pyongyang around March. He then awarded agency officials five imported luxury cars worth US $80,000 each, the paper said. (BBC News -- Asia-Pacific)
Woodrow Wilson and Foreign Policy Jun 25, 2009
According to the Department of State, the marines were sent to the island nation to restore order and maintain political and economic stability in the Caribbean;this occupation continued until 1934 ... U.S. Department of State Time Line of Diplomatic History: 1914-1920. (Suite101.com)
NKorea's heir apparent takes over secret police Jun 24, 2009
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SkyWest, Inc. Announces Appointment of New Director Jun 24, 2009
In the administration of President George H. W. Bush, he served as Ambassador for Trade and Environmental Affairs and Deputy Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs in the U.S. Department of State. He has also served as a member of the Committee on International Judicial Relations of the Judicial Conference of the United States. (PR Newswire)
Kim Jong-Il preps heir Jun 24, 2009
Dong-A Ilbo, citing sources, said Kim told key Department of State Security officials to treat 26-year-old Jong-Un as their boss when father and son visited the headquarters in Pyongyang around March. "You should treat comrade Kim Jong-Un as agency chief. Protect comrade Kim Jong-Un with your lives as you did to me in the past," Kim Jong-Il was quoted as saying. (iAfrica.com)
Operation Air, Land, & Speed Returns Jun 22, 2009
Because Operation Air, Land and Speed involves additional troopers on the road, the Department of State Police continues to remind motorists to comply with Virginia's "Move Over" law, during the traffic safety project. The "Move Over" law requires drivers to change to another travel lane or, when not able to, to cautiously pass emergency personnel stopped on the side of the road. (WTVR.com, VA)
* Iraqi girls hoop it up at US basketball camp run by a Hall of Fame coach Jun 21, 2009
At the beginning I didnt play well, but I got better after a few days, 16-year-old Shan wrote in a translated blog post for the US Department of State ... The girls, who do not speak English, wrote about their experiences for the US Department of State ... The Iraqi contingent was in Knoxville from June 3 through Thursday as part of a US Department of State exchange program. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Public records for June 19, 2009 Jun 21, 2009
real property; Fifth Third Mortgage Co. v. Charles Rodenfels, real property; Aurora Loan Services LLC v. Carroll L. Fisher III, real property; Bac Home Loans Servicing LP v. Marcia H. Litt, real property; Bac Home Loans Servicing LP v. Joanne B. Karns, real property; Bank of America NA v. Eye Sea Eye Homes LLC, real property; Bac Home Loans Servicing LP v. Diona L. Landry, real property; Wells Fargo Bank NA v. Barbara McWhorter, real property; Edward M. O'Hara Jr. v. Ryan M. Trane, auto... (Daytona Beach News Journal -- Local)
Madagascar: Communique of an Extraordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government of the Southern African Development Communit [document] Jun 21, 2009
The Extraordinary Summit was attended by the following Heads of State and Government or their representatives:Swaziland: His Majesty, King Mswati IIINamibia: H.E. President Hifikepunye PohambaSouth Africa: H.E. President Jacob G. ZumaUnited Republic of Tanzania: H.E. President Jakaya Mrisho KikweteZimbabwe: H.E. President Robert G. MugabeZambia: H.E. Vice President George KundaLesotho: Hon Deputy Prime Minister Archibald Lesao LehohlaDRC: Hon. Raymond Tshibanda, Minister of International and... (allAfrica.com)
Discovered bats test negative for rabies Jun 20, 2009
The town s animal services division received the results Wednesday from the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) laboratory, calming some fears after the division learned that two children were reported to have come in contact with the bats. The parents of the children were contacted by a local resident and later by animal services. (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
* China envoy to visit Washington Jun 20, 2009
Im not in the Department of State, so Im not going to comment on them, Campbell said. His remarks were the first official confirmation that the Obama administration is working on future arms sales to Taiwan. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Business)
Systems Engineer-CIVPOL ICAS (Melbourne,FL) Jun 20, 2009
To date, we have recruited, trained, and deployed more than 5,000 highly-qualified civilian peacekeepers and police trainers to 11 countries, including Haiti, Bosnia, Afghanistan, and Iraq, for the Department of State. We provide major support to protect American diplomats and diplomatic facilities as well as key allied leaders in high-threat countries. (Florida Today)
Operation Air, Land & Speed Returns (6:29 p.m.) Jun 20, 2009
Because Operation Air, Land and Speed inv 00002095 olves additional troopers on the road, the Department of State Police continues to remind motorists to comply with Virginia's "Move Over" law, during the traffic safety project. The "Move Over" law requires drivers to change to another travel lane or, when not able to, to cautiously pass emergency personnel stopped on the side of the road. (WTVR.com, VA)
State auctions off goods from safe deposit boxes Jun 20, 2009
-- Dozens of people showed up for a preview of the Department of State Lands auction in Salem. But instead of multi-million dollar real estate, the state is auctioning off contents from abandoned safe deposit boxes. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR)
Iraqi girls hoop it up at00004000 Pat Summitt camp Jun 20, 2009
"At the beginning I didn't play well, but I got better after a few days," 16-year-old Shan wrote in a translated blog post for the U.S. Department of State ... The girls, who do not speak English, wrote about their experiences for the U.S. Department of State ... The Iraq contingent was in Knoxville from June 3 through Thursday as part of a U.S. Department of State exchange program. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Much to do, see in our neck of the woods Jun 19, 2009
There is so much nearby to appreciate: the Willcox Playa and Dos Cabezas, Cochise Stronghold, the historic mines of Bisbee. Fort Huachuca bears a rich history of the Buffalo Soldiers. (Benson San Pedro Valley News Sun, AZ)
Human Trafficking Rises in Recession Jun 19, 2009
2009 Trafficking in Persons Report Department of State, 324 pages. The Gist. (Time.com)
Oscars flop in TV ratings | Media Jun 19, 2009
Keep clicking for incisive analysis of frock lengths and shocking hair dos by Life editor Kate Carter. 24 Feb 2008. (Yahoo News -- Academy Awards)
High court clears way for growth-management amendment Jun 18, 2009
Jennifer Krell Davis, a spokeswoman for the Florida Department of State, said Wednesday night that elections officials needed to study the implications of the Supreme Court decision. But Florida Hometown Democracy leaders have said the measure should be quickly certified. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Be the best suited for that job with great interview clothes Jun 18, 2009
"It is such an intimidating experience." But if a suit is what suits your interview, Phelps offers a few fashionable dos. The suit. (USA Today -- Life)
MAG Iraq report - May 2009 Jun 18, 2009
MAG would like to express gratitude to the following donors to the Iraq programme: Office of Weapons Removal and Abatement, US Department of State. Irish Aid. (AlertNet)
Learn about outdoor wood boilers at upcoming info meeting Jun 18, 2009
Also speaking will be Ron Piester of the Department of State, Code Division, Jerry McDonald from the New York State Department of Health, and possibly a representative of the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation. It will occur 7 p.m. July 23 on the second floor of the Village Hall at 6 Chatham St. and will be open to the public, though participation will be limited to the legislators. (Hudson Register Star, NY)
Embassy of Azerbaijan Stands by U.S. Foreign Assistance Figures Statement Jun 17, 2009
These figures, which are available to the public and come from the U.S. Department of State and other official U.S. government sources, are included in the attached table. The table below clearly shows the different amounts of U.S. funds initially requested by the U.S. Administration, and then approved by the U.S. Congress. (PR Newswire)
DynCorp lands $915M aviation contract Jun 17, 2009
Falls Church-based DynCorp (NYSE: DCP) will provide the Department of State with aviation and aviation support services in Iraq under the terms of the deal which has one base year and four one-year options. If all options are exercised the total value of the project is $915 million. (Washington Business Journal, DC)
BYHS holds End of the Year Celebration Jun 17, 2009
Designated by the U.S. Department of State as an Exchange Visitor Program, VIF helps K-12 schools build the skills necessary for students to succeed in the global marketplace. According to the program's Web site, VIF has expanded to almost every subject area and recruits worldwide in countries such as Argentina, Australia, Canada, Chile, Colombia, Costa Rica, Denmark, Ecuador, France, Germany, Ireland, Jamaica, Mexico, the Netherlands, New Zealand, Peru, South Africa, Spain, the United Kingdom... (Yanceyville Caswell Messenger, NC)
Garcia bracing for more tough love from crowd at U.S. Open Jun 17, 2009
By Steve DiMeglio, USA TODAY FARMINGDALE, N.Y. Uno, dos, tres, cuatro. cracks a smile when he recalls the 2002 U.S. Open on the Black Course at Bethpage State Park. (USA Today -- Sports)
International child abductions by parents rising Jun 16, 2009
"It's not just a U.S. trend, it's a worldwide trend," said Julie Furuta-Toy, director of the Office of Children's Issues at the U.S. Department of State. "In the long term, it is the children who suffer," she said. (NJ.com -- News)
Midnight in the Garden of Agave Tequila Jun 16, 2009
Join friends and strangers for an evening of tequila and spicy cuisine at Agave Mexican Bistro (Dos) ... Text: (c)# 978-729-4375Email: erin@agavemexicanbistrodos. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Africa's top 10 'big men' Jun 16, 2009
No 3: PRESIDENT JOSE EDUARDO DOS SANTOS of ANGOLA ... President Jose Eduardo dos Santos assumed power on the death of Angola's first president, Agostinho Neto, in September 1979. (BBC News -- Africa)
Sentinel Editorial: Ripping the masks off mystery landlords Jun 16, 2009
The Pennsylvania Department of State has no record for at least three of these trusts, as required by law. The state Attorney Generals office enforces the requirement that such trusts either register with the state or provide a certificate of authority if registered in another state, but only a party with standing, such as a tenant or municipal government, can make a complaint. (Carlisle Sentinel, PA)
Secretary of State offices to close for furlough days Jun 16, 2009
The Department of State mails notices to motorists 45 days before their driver s license or license plates expire to give them ample time to renew. Licenses and plates that expire on a day when state offices are closed, such as a holiday or weekend, can be renewed the following day without penalty. (Gaylord Herald Times, MI)
Former State Department Official and Wife Arrested for Serving As Illegal Agents of Cuba for Nearly 30 Years Jun 6, 2009
Assistant Secretary of State for Diplomatic Security Eric J. Boswell stated, "The U.S. Department of State is jointly investigating this matter with the FBI, and will continue to aggressively pursue any and all breaches of national security. The Department's Bureau of Diplomatic Security works closely with its law enforcement colleagues in the FBI and other agencies to uncover and prosecute any breath of security within its ranks. Any compromise of classified information is a serious threat to... (PR Newswire)
Sustainable Agriculture Using Biofe... Jun 6, 2009
Although biofertilizers are absolutely harmless, there are certain Dos and Don ts associated with their use. For example, they should not be mixed with chemical fertilizers or insecticides or herbicides. (Suite101.com)
Political Grapevine Jun 6, 2009
Here s part of the release look at how long this couple is alleged to have been working for Cuba:On June 4, 2009 the FBI arrested former Department of State employee Walter Kendall Myers on charges of serving as an illegal agent. . (Fox News)
Couple Accused of Spying for Cuba Jun 6, 2009
Court documents say that analysis of "Myers' classified Department of State work computer hard drives reveals that from Aug. 22, 2006, until his retirement on Oct. 31, 2007, Kendall Myers, while employed at INR, viewed in excess of 200 sensitive or concerning the subject of Cuba. ... Of these reports concerning Cuba, the majority were classified and marked secret or top secret." ... Secretary of State Hillary Clinton has ordered a "comprehensive review of this case" and asked for "a thorough... (ABC News)
US steadfast against Hezbollah Jun 5, 2009
The annual US Department of State terrorism reports scold Iran as a "terror-sponsoring state", citing its support for "terrorist organizations" such as Hamas and Hezbollah. A future removal of Hezbollah from the US terror list would go a long way in removing "rogue state" Iran from the same list, a sine qua non for diplomatic normalization between Washington and Tehran. (Asia Times Online)
More Swine Flu Cases Confirmed In Central Texas Jun 5, 2009
Links And Other Resources The Department of State Health Services (DSHS) has a toll-free information line to answer any questions you may have about the swine flu. The number is 1-888-777-5320. (KWTX.com, TX)
Africa: Films Vie for Honors in Democracy Video Challenge Jun 4, 2009
On May 15, the Department of State and its partners announced the selection of 18 finalists, out of a pool of more than 900 entries, for the Democracy Video Challenge ... The partners in the Democracy Video Challenge include the Motion Picture Association of America, NBC Universal, the Directors Guild of America, New York University's Tisch School of the Arts, the University of Southern California School of Cinematic Arts, the U.S. Department of State, the Center for International Private... (allAfrica.com)
COLUMN-Obama and the wrong side of history: Bernd Debusmann Jun 4, 2009
The U.S. Department of State, which issues annual reports on human rights, gives Egypt poor grades and notes "the government's respect for freedoms of press, association and religion declined during the year (2008)." No unclenched fist here. To boot, Mubarak has played host and acted as a sponsor to Omar al-Bashir, the Sudanese president who has been indicted by the International Criminal Court in The Hague for war crimes in Darfur. (AlertNet)
* Inquiry highlights concerns over ranching in the Amazon Jun 4, 2009
Four-year old Daniel Santos da Silva and his older brother Diego Mota dos Santos, 10, heard their first gunshots in April. Their father was shot in a dispute over land on a cattle ranch near the Brazilian town of El Dorado, in the Amazonian state of Para. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
New worm poses DoS attack threat Jun 4, 2009
October 31, 2003 1:13 PM PST. By Staff Writer, CNET News. (Yahoo News -- Computer Viruses & Worms)
Officials comply with state request Jun 4, 2009
Published: Wednesday, June 3, 2009 11:34 AM EDT City officials were surprised when they received a letter from the Florida Department of State Division of Historical Resources expressing concern of this agency regarding the lack of progress toward completion of the grant assisted project at the 1919 school building. The letter was prompted at the request of Mimi Reid Hardman, executive director of the Lake Wales Depot Museum. (Lake Wales News, FL)
Lyman Lake near St. Johns Jun 4, 2009
For dinner, visit the original (and wallet-friendly) Los Dos Molinos, 900 E. Main St., Springerville; 928-333-4846. This Mexican restaurant uses chiles from Hatch, N.M., for its fiery salsas and sauces. (AZCentral -- Travel)
Ventre: Jackson faces perhaps last shot at 10th title Jun 3, 2009
Jackson has had dos cracks at Numero Diez in 2004, against the Detroit Pistons, and last year, against Auerbachs progeny, the Boston Celtics and both times his Lakers were chased out of the gym. On Thursday, the Lakers play host to the Orlando Magic in Game 1 of the 2009 NBA Finals. (MSNBC -- Sports)
Top RB Lattimore rules out Georgia Jun 2, 2009
My Intro to Spanish class is far tougher than anything taught at UGA. Yesterday we learned how to say Cinco de Mayo , and Dos Equis. Maddog. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Sports)
Port of Astoria Commission delays LNG lease May 31, 2009
The commission had until Sunday to decide whether to renew its Department of State Lands lease of 96 acres on Warrenton s Skipanon Peninsula. But the agency decided Thursday to grant a three-month extension to Aug. 31 to give the Port time to reappraise the property because zoning has changed since the lease was signed in 2004. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Somalia: Govt Raises Illegal Fishing, Toxic Waste Dumping at Anti-Piracy Talks [press release] May 31, 2009
2009 United States Department of State. All rights reserved. (allAfrica.com)
Motor vehicle division: MERLIN spells are a dud so far (46) May 31, 2009
Previously, the Montana Motor Vehicle Division used a DOS a disk operating system that was popular back in the 1980s and, according to Missoula County deputy treasurer Eric Seitz, was more reliable than the new system, which runs under Windows. We used to be able to do it with two clicks of the mouse; now it takes 27, Seitz said. (Missoulian, MT)
Victim Of Swine Flu Was Mother Of Four May 30, 2009
"What we know is that both individuals that passed away had the infection, but they also had other medical conditions that may have caused their death," said Dr. Luis Escobedo, the Department of State Health Services director for West Texas. The city's Public Health Department held a press conference to address the two deaths and answer questions about why these two relatively young people died of complications. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Swine Flu Cases Confirmed In Coryell, Hamilton Counties May 30, 2009
WACO (May 29, 2009)--Half a dozen cases of the new strain of swine flu are now confirmed in Central Texas, but none has appeared in the areas largest counties, according to the latest data from the Department of State Health Services ... The Department of State Health Services is reporting more than 1,400 cases of the virus in Texas. (KWTX.com, TX)
Man Charged $8500 For Rabies Vaccine May 30, 2009
Dr. Ken Waldrup from the Texas Department of State Health Services said patients can get the vaccine at hospitals other than Thomason. Those hospitals may not have it on hand, but they can order it. (KFOXTV.com, TX)
Federal Judge Hands Downs Sentences in Holy Land Foundation Case May 28, 2009
The case was investigated by the Joint Terrorism Task Force, involving agents from federal, state, and local agencies including: FBI, IRS - Criminal Investigation, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), Department of State, U.S. Secret Service, U.S. Army Criminal Investigation Division, the Texas Department of Public Safety, and the Dallas, Plano, Garland and Richardson, Texas, Police Departments. In addition, the Department of Justice Criminal Division's Asset Forfeiture and Money... (PR Newswire)
New WHTI Passport Restrictions for ... May 28, 2009
U.S. passports and passport cards are issued by the U.S. Department of State and can be applied for and obtained at U.S. post offices and passport centers. For information or to print out application forms, phone (877) 4-USA-PPT or visit the. (Suite101.com)
PUC allows more time for pipeline input9:36 am | (No comments posted.) May 28, 2009
Peter Larson, president of the Black Hills Institute of Geological Research in Hill City, is urging the U.S. Department of State to deny the permit necessary for the pipeline to cross the U.S. border from Canada as proposed. He said the route would cross through a highly important area for fossils in South Dakota. (Watertown Public Opinion, SD)
3 Georgia State grads get Fulbright scholarships May 28, 2009
It s the second straight year that the Atlanta campus has had three graduating students receive the awards handed out by the U.S. Department of State. The students are 34-year-old Tyler Owens, 22-year-old Yasmin Rahmani and 23-year-old Sydney Lanier. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
