WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today, The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announced that San Francisco-based hip hop group “Audiopharmacy” will tour Southeast Asia and the Pacific as part of the American Music Abroad program. With roots in hip hop, Audiopharmacy fuses live instrumentation and global musical styles, making for an [...]
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American Music Abroad: Hip Hop Group Audiopharmacy to Tour Southeast Asia
U.S. and Afghanistan Announce $18.2 Million in Good Performers Initiative Awards for Provincial Counter Narcotics
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — On February 12, 2013, Afghanistan’s Minister for Counter Narcotics Zarar Moqbel Osmani and U.S. Embassy’s Coordinating Director for Rule of Law and Law Enforcement Ambassador Stephen G. McFarland announced $18.2 million in Good Performers Initiative (GPI) awards. GPI awards are given to provinces that achieved or retained poppy-free status, reduced net [...]
U.S. State Department to Engage Science and Engineering Diaspora Networks in Boston
BOSTON, Mass. /eNewsChannels/ — The Office of the Science and Technology Adviser to the Secretary (STAS), in partnership with the Embassy of Ireland, will host an event on Networks of Diasporas in Engineering and Science (NODES), an initiative that seeks to support diaspora knowledge networks in science and engineering fields, on February 14, 2013 in [...]
American Athletes Barry Larkin and Olympian Natasha Watley Promote Life Skills for Indian Youth
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announces Major League Baseball Hall-of-Famer Barry Larkin and Olympian Natasha Watley will travel as sports envoys to India from February 12-18. Working with Major League Baseball and USA Softball, this trip marks the Department’s first joint baseball and softball program [...]
U.S. Imposition of Nonproliferation Sanctions Against Foreign Entities and Individuals
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today, the U.S. Department of State announced the imposition of nonproliferation sanctions on several foreign entities and individuals under multiple U.S. authorities. Pursuant to the Iran, North Korea, and Syria Nonproliferation Act (INKSNA), a determination was made to impose sanctions on: two Belarusian entities [TM Services Limited (TMS) and Scientific and [...]
US State Department Contributes an Initial $171 Million to the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The United States is pleased to announce an initial contribution of over $171 million toward the 2013 operations of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR). This year’s initial contribution funded through the State Department’s Bureau of Population, Refugees, and Migration, will support UNHCR efforts worldwide. This funding includes support [...]
Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board Hosts The Fulbright Experience: Reaching Out to All People with Disabilities
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The J. William Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board will host “The Fulbright Experience: Reaching Out to All People with Disabilities,” a public forum on international higher education opportunities and the challenges for people with disabilities and in the deaf community, on February 12, 2013, at Gallaudet University in Washington, D.C. U.S. Representative [...]
Over 100 International Exchange Students Participate in Civic Education Workshop in Washington, DC
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs welcomes 115 international high school exchange students representing more than 30 countries to Washington, D.C., for a week-long Civic Education Workshop from February 10 – 16. Participants in the Civic Education Workshop were selected from current Kennedy-Lugar Youth Exchange and [...]
Brazil and Basketball: Youth Sports Visitor Program features 14 teenage athletes
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announces that 14 teenage athletes—seven boys and seven girls—and two coaches from Brazil will travel to the United States for a basketball exchange February 6-18. The young players are a part of the São Paulo Shooting Stars, a Consulate São [...]
Hillary Clinton’s Farewell Remarks to U.S. State Department Employees
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — On February 1, 2013, Hillary Rodham Clinton, Secretary of State, made the following remarks to State Department employees as part of her farewell to the post she accepted during President Obama’s first term in office (transcript follows): DEPUTY SECRETARY BURNS: Good afternoon, everyone. Madam Secretary, four years ago, I stood on [...]
WEAmericas Small Grants Launch to recognize final awardees for Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Americas
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Ambassador-at-Large for Global Women’s Issues Melanne Verveer, Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Roberta Jacobson, and Executive Vice President of Corporate Affairs for Walmart Leslie Dach will recognize the final awardees for $1.5 million in grants through the Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Americas (WEAmericas) initiative during a ceremony on February 4, [...]
Deadly Spin: Propaganda Practices in the USA
ARTICLE: Wendell Potter, formerly a propagandist for various avaricious and venal corporations, ‘fesses up and reveals the prevarication, lying, deception, and obfuscation of the industries that pick your pocket every day. His ‘Deadly Spin’ opens the playbook used by corrupt companies, insufferable industries, and the GOP.
TechWomen Gather in Jordan To Collaborate, Code, and Connect with American women mentors from the greater Silicon Valley area
SILICON VALLEY, Calif. /eNewsChannels/ — Fusing technology with efforts to empower women and girls, the U.S. Department of State announced today that participants of TechWomen will meet in Jordan from February 1-10 to collaborate and connect through workshops and visits with local organizations. An innovative public-private partnership, TechWomen pairs emerging women in technology from the [...]
Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall welcome ensembles of the Afghan National Institute of Music (ANIM)
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State has announced that ensembles of the Afghan National Institute of Music (ANIM) will travel to three cities in the United States from February 3-15, 2013 for performances and cultural exchange with American youth orchestras. The Afghan National Institute of Music reflects a modern Afghanistan, in which [...]
U.S. Secretary Clinton to Announce Launch of Up to $86.5 Million in Public-Private Partnerships
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — On Thursday, January 31, U.S. Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton will celebrate the global impact of public-private partnerships created under her tenure and launch four new initiatives valued at up to $86.5 million, at the U.S. Department of State. These new initiatives include: efforts to advance women’s clean energy entrepreneurship; [...]
US Secretary Clinton and Leaders from Thirteen Organizations Sign ‘Declaration of Learning’ on Historic Treaty of Paris Desk
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — On Wednesday, January 30th, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and leaders of thirteen government agencies and NGO’s will sign the “Declaration of Learning” on the historic Treaty of Paris desk in the Diplomatic Reception Rooms at the U.S. Department of State. The signing formally announces their partnership as members of [...]
U.S. and West African Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Workshop Announced in Accra
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State and the Government of Ghana will be co-hosting a West African Cybersecurity and Cybercrime Workshop in Accra, January 29 – 31. Thomas Dukes, Senior Advisor to the Coordinator for Cyber Issues will lead the U.S. interagency delegation and provide opening remarks along with Ambassador Cretz and [...]
U.S. Department of State and Women’s National Basketball Association Announce Full-Court Press to Empower Women and Girls through Sports
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State, the National Basketball Association (NBA), and the Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) will build on their long-time partnership to elevate efforts worldwide to empower women and girls through sports. Today, Tamika Raymond, Nykesha Sales, and Becky Bonner will travel to Ukraine to engage underserved girls in [...]
Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Sponsors the Liberia National Police Mobile Training Teams Project
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — As a part of the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement’s (INL) Liberia National Police (LNP) Mobile Training Teams Project, INL provided funding for twenty LNP officers, including four female training officers, to travel to the United States from January 16 to February 5, 2013 to participate in a customized [...]
U.S. Publications, Inc. announces updated Criminal Tracker! App for iPhone and iPad
DETROIT, Mich. /eNewsChannels/ — Criminal Tracker!, by U.S. Publications, Inc., is newly upgraded and improved making it even easier for its users to quickly track criminals and sex offenders in real time within a 40-mile radius. Criminal Tracker! is user friendly and just a few clicks provide complete and current criminal profiles and photos.
U.S. Announces Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the Syria Crisis (USAID)
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today in Ankara, Turkey, U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) Assistant Administrator for Democracy, Conflict, and Humanitarian Assistance Nancy Lindborg announced that the United States is providing an additional $10 million in humanitarian assistance in response to urgent needs resulting from the brutal conflict in Syria. This new funding will supply [...]
Holocaust by Bullets: U.S. Department of State Marks U.N. International Day of Commemoration for Victims of the Holocaust
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Interim Special Envoy to Monitor and Combat Anti-Semitism Ambassador Mike Kozak will host a screening of the documentary “Holocaust by Bullets,” Monday, January 28, 2013, at 2 p.m. in the George C. Marshall Conference Center East Auditorium at the U.S. Department of State in Washington, D.C. This event will mark the [...]
U.S. Terrorist Designations of the Abdallah Azzam Brigades
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The Department of State designated the Abdallah Azzam Brigades (AAB) as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) under Section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act and as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist under section 1(b) of Executive Order 13224. The Abdallah Azzam Brigades (AAB), a militant organization based in both Lebanon [...]
U.S. Terrorist Designation of Ahmed Abdullah Saleh al-Khazmari al-Zahrani
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The Department of State designated Ahmed Abdullah Saleh al-Khazmari al-Zahrani (better known as Abu Maryam al-Zahrani) as a Specially Designated Global Terrorist under section 1(b) of Executive Order 13224. Abu Maryam al-Zahrani is a senior member of al-Qa’ida, a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO). Abu Maryam al-Zahrani is a Saudi citizen [...]
U.S. Department of State Launches First Empowering Women and Girls through Sports Program of 2013
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today, with the arrival of 12 young female basketball players and two coaches from Senegal, the U.S. Department of State launched its first Empowering Women and Girls Through Sports Initiative program of the year. This initiative engages women and girls from every region of the world, ranging from Brazil to Iraq [...]
U.S. Secretary Clinton and Former Secretary James A. Baker, III to Host the Launch of the U.S. Diplomacy Center
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — On Friday, January 25th, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton and guest of honor former Secretary of State James A. Baker, III will host the Launch of the United States Diplomacy Center at the U.S. Department of State. The U.S. Diplomacy Center, a new state-of-the-art museum and education center, will dedicate [...]
The United States and United Kingdom Joint Statement on the Global Positioning System (GPS)
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today, the United States and United Kingdom issued a joint statement regarding Global Positioning System (GPS) Intellectual Property which affirmed their commitment to ensuring that GPS civil signals remain perpetually free and openly available for users worldwide. GPS has become an international positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) service that has fostered [...]
U.S. Nomination of Poverty Point State Historic Site to UNESCO World Heritage List
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The United States is pleased to announce the nomination of Poverty Point State Historic Site and National Monument in West Carroll Parish, Louisiana for inclusion on the World Heritage List. This unique site features a vast, integrated complex of earthen monuments constructed more than 3,000 years ago by a vanished people [...]
Holocaust-Era Looted Art Return Act is Commemorated on 70th Anniversary by U.S.
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today, Secretary of State Hillary Rodham Clinton made the following press statement: This month we commemorate the seventieth anniversary of the Inter-Allied Declaration against Acts of Dispossession Committed in Territories under Enemy Occupation and Control, known as the London Declaration of January 5, 1943. Beginning with the London Declaration, the United [...]
President Obama yesterday signed into law the Department of State Rewards Program Update and Technical Corrections Act of 2012, S. 2318
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Transnational Organized Crime Rewards Program announced. President Obama yesterday signed into law the Department of State Rewards Program Update and Technical Corrections Act of 2012, S. 2318. This new legislation enhances the ability of the United States to bring to justice major fugitives and provides the U.S. Government with an additional [...]
United States Hosts the G8 Roma-Lyon Group on Counterterrorism and Counter-crime
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — From January 15 to January 17, the United States will host the Group of Eight Roma-Lyon Group meeting in Washington. These important meetings aim to better align G8 counterterrorism and anti-crime policies. Principal Deputy Assistant Secretary for the Bureau of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs (INL) Brian Nichols and the [...]
U.S. Department of State Encourages Recruitment to the Foreign Service Through Video
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — As part of an effort to continue to attract smart, dynamic, capable people into the Foreign Service, the Department of State is releasing a new one-minute trailer and an accompanying short video that showcases the faces and stories of the amazing men and women who have helped make the world a [...]
U.S. Response to the Syria Humanitarian Crisis in 2012
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The United States stands resolutely with the Syrian people facing dire humanitarian conditions every day as a result of the brutal, ongoing violence that has engulfed the country and spread beyond its borders. In 2012, U.S. contributions of humanitarian assistance for Syria totaled $210 million. Life-saving food, medical treatment, blankets, and [...]
Could Stevia have spared the deaths of Whitney Houston and Amy Winehouse?
OPINION: People around the world have recently mourned the passing of Whitney, Amy Winehouse, and First Lady Betty Ford, exemplified by the touching New Years Tributes and Grammy Salute to Whitney. With the help of doctors Drew, Phil and Gupte these (celestial) shooting stars left us with priceless lessons to prevent or recover from alcoholism.
Opinion: Republican Town Hall Meeting
OPINION: People see the GOP as an out-of-touch, uncaring, heartless, backward, ignorant, and dangerous group of people who drape themselves in the flag as they pursue an ugly and vicious form of anti-Americanism. The GOP can’t figure out why.
Sports Envoy program 2013: U.S. Department of State Announces Basketball Sports Visitor Program with Youth from Burma
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announces that 12 Burmese youth—six boys and six girls—and two coaches will travel to the United States January 7-20. The basketball exchange program, with support from the National Basketball Association (NBA), marks the first State Department Sports Visitor program with [...]
In 2013, the United States will chair the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — In 2013, the United States will chair the Contact Group on Piracy off the Coast of Somalia, a partnership of nearly 80 countries and international organizations that has been working since 2009 to turn the tide on maritime crime along one of the world’s busiest shipping corridors. In a communiqué following [...]
International Solutions to U.S. School Shootings
OPINION: “Some good must come of this,” has been the cry after one of the worst mass killings in U.S. history at Newtown’s Sandy Hook Elementary School. Little has been done after a decade of school massacres. “We have 15 times more gun violence than any other country, and we must learn from them,” said [...]
International Communities Call for Responsible Behavior at Sea during the 2012-2013 Southern Ocean Whaling Season
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The Governments of Australia, the Netherlands, New Zealand, and the United States jointly condemn any actions that imperil human life at sea during the 2012-2013 Southern Ocean whaling season. We reiterate our call to the masters of all vessels involved to ensure that safety of human life at sea is not [...]
U.S.-China Joint Liaison Group on Law Enforcement Cooperation
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Assistant Secretary of State for International Narcotics and Law Enforcement Affairs William R. Brownfield and Deputy Assistant Attorney General Bruce Swartz led the U.S. delegation to the 10th Plenary Session of the U.S.-China Joint Liaison Group on Law Enforcement Cooperation (JLG) in Guangzhou, China, December 17-18. U.S. and Chinese delegates discussed [...]
United States Concludes Clean Up Effort at Albanian Explosion Site
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The Department of State successfully concluded a $14.5 million program to support Albania as it works to clear safely the site of a deadly 2008 munitions explosion. The program removed 3,085 tons of unexploded ordnance and 146,500 pieces of dangerous munitions. The March 15, 2008 explosions at a former military base [...]
United States Announces Next Facilitator of the Congo Basin Forest Partnership
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Assistant Secretary of State for Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs Dr. Kerri-Ann Jones and Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Cynthia Akuetteh today announced the appointment of the next facilitator of the Congo Basin Forest Partnership (CBFP). Matthew Cassetta, currently the cultural affairs officer at the U.S. [...]
Mexico Joins G8 Global Partnership as 25th Member
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of International Security and Nonproliferation welcomes Mexico as the newest addition to the Global Partnership Against the Spread of Weapons and Materials of Mass Destruction (Global Partnership). Mexico is the first Latin American country to join the Global Partnership, which addresses nuclear and radiological security, [...]
U.S. Provides Additional Humanitarian Assistance for the Syrian Crisis
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Today, Deputy Secretary of State William J. Burns announced the United States is providing nearly $14 million in additional humanitarian aid that will provide nutrition support for children, as well as additional emergency medical and winterization supplies to families in need inside Syria. With this new assistance, the United States is [...]
U.S. Department of State Funds UN Anti-Cybercrime Training for Africa
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The Department of State has approved $250,000 in anti-crime funds for the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime Global Program on Cybercrime in Africa. This first-of-its-kind funding is a reflection of efforts of the United States to combat transnational crime and cybercrime worldwide. These funds are designated for criminal enforcement [...]
US State Department Partners with biNu to Bring English Language Content to Mobile Phone Users
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs announces a partnership with biNu to provide increased English language content to people around the world. Under the partnership, biNu will distribute Department of State English language learning resources, such as e-books, audio content, and the Trace Word Soup English [...]
What World’s Youth Want for Christmas – Plant our X-Mass Trees!
ARTICLE: The World’s Youth say we need emergency action to create a ‘Future We Want.’ Hurricane Sandy helped the doubting Toms recognize that the greatest threat to our National Security and humanity is Climate Change.
US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton Launches Embassy Dublin Youth Council
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — On December 6, 2012, U.S. Embassy Dublin will launch a Department of State Youth Council at Dublin City University. Embassy Dublin’s Youth Council is comprised of a diverse cross-section of 45 young people, including students, young entrepreneurs, civil society members, and government representatives who have been nominated to the U.S. Embassy [...]
Women Entrepreneurs in the Americas Small Grant Recipients Announced
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Deputy Assistant Secretary for Western Hemisphere Affairs Liliana Ayalde announced awardees for more than $1.5 million worth of small grants through the Women’s Entrepreneurship in the Americas (WEAmericas) initiative during her trip to Trinidad and Tobago. Twenty-six grants will go to 16 Latin American and Caribbean countries, as well as two [...]
Wildlife Conservation Day events on Dec. 4 to include Animal Planet’s Jeff Corwin at the U.S. Department of State
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — U.S. missions around the globe will mark Wildlife Conservation Day on December 4 with programs including speaking engagements at local schools, film presentations, roundtables, an appearance by Animal Planet’s Jeff Corwin at the U.S. Department of State, and a videotaped call to action by Secretary of State Hillary Clinton. In Washington [...]
2012 AAFSW Secretary of State Award for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad announced
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — Six winners will receive the Associates of the American Foreign Service Worldwide (AAFSW) Secretary of State Award for Outstanding Volunteerism Abroad (SOSA) at a ceremony on Tuesday, December 4 at 10 a.m. in the Benjamin Franklin Diplomatic Reception Room at the Department of State. Deputy Secretary Burns will make remarks to [...]
US Dept. of State Announces Webinars for Women in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Fields
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The Secretary of State’s Office of Global Women’s Issues, in partnership with the Institute of International Education (IIE) and the global engineering firm CH2M HILL, will host a series of webinars starting November 29th to support emerging women leaders in the science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) fields who are studying [...]
U.S. Department of State Hosts Tech@State: ElecTech Conference
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State will host a conference focusing on how technology has impacted elections and the electoral process at the Tech@State: ElecTech Conference on November 30 to December 1, 2012. The event will be held at two separate locations. On Friday, November 30, the conference will convene on the [...]
Grants to Address Gender-Based Violence as Part of the Global HIV Response
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — In recognition of the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women and World AIDS Day, Ambassador-at-large for Global Women’s Issues Melanne Verveer announced today $3 million in small grants awarded to dozens of grassroots organizations working to prevent and respond to gender-based violence (GBV) around the world, with a [...]
U.S. Hosts World Ocean Assessment Workshop for the Wider Caribbean
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — On November 13-15, the United States hosted the World Ocean Assessment Workshop for the Wider Caribbean in Miami, Florida. The workshop is organized by the U.S. Department of State’s Bureau of Oceans and International Environmental and Scientific Affairs in cooperation with the United Nations Environment Programme and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission [...]
United States and Tunisia to Co-Chair the 9th Forum for the Future
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The United States and the Republic of Tunisia hosted the G-8 Broader Middle East and North Africa (BMENA) Initiative’s Sub-ministerial meeting at the U.S. Department of State on November 1-2. Over 100 senior government officials, civil society activists, and private sector representatives from the G-8 and BMENA countries met to discuss [...]
U.S. Reviews Accomplishments During First Term on the UN Human Rights Council
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The United States is pleased and proud of its reelection to the UN Human Rights Council earlier today. Since joining the Council in 2009, the United States has ardently worked to help the Council realize its full potential. Our efforts to reform the Council from within have resulted in historic and [...]
North Carolina Community Comes Together for Local Future Farmers of America Chapter
ASHEVILLE, N.C. /eNewsChannels/ — It all started when local writer, Bryan Sullivan, co-owner of Write Away, Inc., was writing an article for Carolina-Virginia Farmer on a local chapter of the Future Farmers of America (FFA). He learned that while kids in one class at North Buncombe High School (NBHS) were learning about the basics of [...]
International Virtual College Fair: US Department of State Sponsors Online College Fair for International Students
WASHINGTON, D.C. /eNewsChannels/ — The U.S. Department of State announced today the International Virtual College Fair, the largest online event ever for overseas students interested in attending college in the United States. The November 13 event, sponsored by the Department’s EducationUSA network, will occur during International Education Week. The Department’s Bureaus of International Information Programs [...]
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Calif. Gov. Brown announces appointments to California Superior Courts for May 21, 2013
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Calif. Gov. Brown Announces Appointments for May 21, 2013 to 30th District Agricultural Association
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Huskies for Adoption Memorial Day Event in Hermosa Beach hosted by Husky Haven of LA
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John Krause seeking 2014 Republican Nomination to represent Florida’s First Congressional District
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Edgewood Partners Insurance Center Videos help companies to better understand and manage benefits and key healthcare changes
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Bill to Protect Local Calif. Governments from Dog Park Liability Passes Assembly
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San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Ten-Year Capital Improvement Plan announced by SF Mayor Lee
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U.S. Department of State Hosts EMPOWER Conference to Advance Disability Rights Worldwide
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Dance Prodigy and TV star from ‘Dance Moms’ Sophia Lucia will Attempt to Break Guinness World Record
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The National Inclusion Project, co-founded by entertainer Clay Aiken, announces it is recipient of JL Simmons NonProfit PR Grant
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Viet Nam veteran and citizen tax reform advocate, John C. Garrison, decries IRS denial of U.S. Workers’ deduction of living expense
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Calif. Assemblyman Gatto’s Resolution to Overturn Citizens United Decision Passes First Major Legislative Hurdle
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Could National ‘Snow Gratitude’ Ceremonies Extend Future of SnowSports?
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Neotrope to assist Food Finders Inc to Redistribute Food Donated by California Hospitality Industry and Local Grocers to Fight Hunger
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San Francisco’s First New Fire Station in More Than 40 Years to Meet Safety Needs of Vibrant, Growing Neighborhood
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Good Golly Miss Molly: welcome to the writing of Molly Ivins
ARTICLE: Sense, sensibility, sarcasm, and spot-on skewering of political blowhards and buffoons: welcome to the writing of Molly Ivins. Beginning as a staff writer for the scrappy Texas Observer before moving on to the major-market New York Times, Molly Ivins enjoyed a brilliant career that raised the collective consciousness about US politics.