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IMC-USA Expresses Alarm at Anti-Christian Violence in Orissa; Demands the State and Central Governments to Act Immediately
Indian Muslim Council-USA (IMC-USA), an advocacy group working toward safeguarding India’s pluralist and tolerant ethos, denounces in the strongest terms, the ongoing massacre of Christians and the killing of the Hindutva leader in the Indian state of Orissa. According to news reports,... - August 30, 2008 - Indian Muslim Council-USA
The Ophelia Project Begins Pilot Project Addressing Cyberbullying
The Ophelia Project will launch a pilot project that addresses cyberbullying at three Erie County schools during September. This pilot project, developed by cyberbullying consultant Erika Dauber and Ophelia staff, will raise awareness about cyberbullying and provide teachers and students with... - August 30, 2008 - The Ophelia Project
Orange County Expert on Human Trafficking and Slavery to Speak to International Conference of Private Investigators
A seminar on human trafficking and slavery will be presented to an international gathering of private investigators and security professionals at the annual World Association of Detectives conference in Denver, CO in September. - August 26, 2008 - S.T.R.I.K.E. Force Training
Time for School … Time for Bullying Prevention
Love Our Children USA announced today that bullying and teasing is at the top of kids’ issues at schools, and with school set to open in a few weeks, parents, teachers and school administrators should take caution and sensitivity in handling these issues. - August 25, 2008 - Love Our Children USA
Patent Validates EOS Remediation's Strong Foundation of Intellectual Property
EOS Remediation, LLC, a developer and manufacturer of advanced technologies for groundwater restoration, announced that the United States Patent and Trademark Office has awarded a patent reissue to Solutions-IES. The reissued patent, U.S. Patent No. RE40448, is for groundwater bioremediation using... - August 24, 2008 - EOS Remediation, LLC
Riverside (CA) Humane Society’s Comedy Night Sept. 12 Features Nationally Known Comedians Robert G. Lee and Carlos Oscar
Riverside Humane Society Pet Adoption Center’s 11th Annual Comedy Night fundraiser on Sept. 12 features comedians Robert G. Lee and Carlos Oscar. KOLA 99.9 FM’s Cindy Davis is the evening’s MC. The event includes a no-host reception, silent auction and raffle for a luxury 7-night Mexican Riviera cruise valued at $2040. Comedy Night tickets are $50 per person; reservations required. Proceeds benefit the center’s homeless cats and dogs. - August 19, 2008 - Mary S. Roberts Pet Adoption Center
Georgia: Embattled Town of Gori Receiving Aid After Being Cut Off for Days
Civilians remaining in Gori face “dire conditions,” World Vision warns · Safe access for aid workers into conflict zone still a challenge · Children, families across region endure horrors of war: “Nobody could even bury [our neighbors] because we were afraid for our lives.” - August 17, 2008 - World Vision US
Shark Research Institute Presents Awards to Marine Conservationists
The Shark Research Institute (SRI) presented two awards to outstanding marine conservationists in Manila, Philippines. Underwater photographer Michael Aw was awarded the prestigious 2008 Peter Benchley Shark Conservation Award by SRI president Stan Waterman. The award, sponsored by Rolex, honors... - August 15, 2008 - Shark Research Institute
Globalsave.org: Save Nature Now - Before It's Too Late
Support Vital Efforts to Protect Endangered Wildlife and Threatened Habitats - August 12, 2008 - GlobalSave
Florida Celebrates Breastfeeding Month
Governor Crist declares month of August as Breastfeeding Month to support and promote breastfeeding as the healthiest choice in infant feeding. - August 07, 2008 - Florida Breastfeeding Coalition, Inc.
Tucson Chamber Winds Quintet in Concert at Urban Laboratory Arcosanti
The Cosanti Foundation presents a six-course dinner followed by a Tucson Symphony Orchestra Chamber Winds concert on Saturday, August 16th, 2008. - August 06, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
GreenifyNow Thinks They Have a Solution to Global Warming
A new organization is storming its way to the front lines in the fight against global warming. - August 05, 2008 - GreenifyNow
Bahamas Sea Turtle Group Launches International Ad Campaign to Stop the Slaughter of Sea Turtles in The Bahamas
Bahamas Government urged to pass legislation to stop the killing and torture of sea turtles in The Bahamas says Bahamas Sea Turtle Conservation Group. Turtle Group asks: If Cuba can protect sea turtles, why can't The Bahamas? - August 02, 2008 - Bahamas Sea Turtle Conservation Group
"Bought & Sold"
Minnesota’s Faith Community Against Modern Day Slavery. Justice North invites Minnesotans to an anti-human trafficking event on September 9, 2008, 6-9 pm, at the Christos Union Depot in St. Paul. - August 02, 2008 - Justice North
Another Thousand-Years-Mystery Revealed at the Indonesia Pavilion, Expo Zaragoza
Kris: Could It Pour Water From Heaven and Water Paddy Fields ? A thousand years-mystery was revealed yesterday at the Indonesia Pavilion, Expo Zaragoza, by a knowledgeable staff of the Pavilion. - July 30, 2008 - Indonesia Pavilion 2008 at the Expo Zaragoza
Top Shark Scientist Wins Award
The Shark Research Institute is proud to announce that Leonard Compagno, Ph.D. has been awarded the Gilchrist Medal for “outstanding contribution to the enhancement of marine and coastal science in South Africa, including the Southern Ocean". The Gilchrist Memorial Medal was established... - July 24, 2008 - Shark Research Institute
"Go Green Now!" The Green Technology Alliance is proud to present: A unique one day conference event. Date: August 13, 2008 in Austin, TX.
The need to conserve resources and operate more efficiently is known. What is missing is how to do it. Knowledge is the key. Join them and gain valuable tools, strategies, processes and more on how to help your organization "Go Green Now!" - July 23, 2008 - Green Technology Alliance
USafricare Orgainzes an African Youth Workshop on AIDS
USafricare has successfully completed a broad "HIV Counsellors Workshop" partnering with youth organizations in sub-Sahara Africa. The workshop was tailored to educate and train youth counsellors and advocates on the fight against AIDS. - July 20, 2008 - USafricare
Pet Obesity Expanding in US
New data suggests that Pet Obesity is on the rise. A new nationwide study indicates that pet obesity continues to expand. According to the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention (APOP), almost half of the nation’s dogs and cats are now overweight or obese. The group conducted the National... - July 14, 2008 - Association for Pet Obesity Prevention
SolarPower Restoration Ties Up with T.Clear Corporation
SolarPower Restoration Systems announced today, has signed an exclusive global product license agreement with T.Clear Corporation. T.Clear will manufacture and distributed the T.Clear SOLAR LG LIGHTGUARD® and SOLAR HG HEAVYGUARD® Protected Membrane Roof (PMR) insulation panels based on... - July 13, 2008 - SolarPower Restoration Systems, Inc.
GRASP is Pleased to Announce the Formation of the San Diego County Chapter of the Global and Regional Asperger’s Syndrome Partnership
GRASP is a free self-help network designed to share ideas and resources, and to offer a supportive forum and community for all adults (and older teens) that share characteristics of the autistic spectrum including Asperger’s Syndrome, Pervasive Developmental Disorder - Not Otherwise Specified. Coming to San Diego for the first time, information and registration is online through www.grasp.org where there are articles and many links about Asperger’s Syndrome and Autism. - July 10, 2008 - Global and Regional Asperger's Syndrome Partnership, San Diego Chapter
Aquascape Environmental Awarded Barrington Farms Stream Restoration Project
A stream restoration project in the Barrington Farms subdivision in Roswell, Ga. will be designed and constructed by Aquascape Environmental, a turn-key aquatic resource services firm based in Woodstock, Ga. Aquascape Environmental was awarded the Barrington Farms Stream Restoration Project by the... - July 08, 2008 - Aquascape Environmental
SolarPower Restoration Systems Inc. and SBM Solar Inc. Form Strategic Alliance to Develop New BIPV Systems
SolarPower Restoration Systems Inc. and SBM Solar Inc., two companies experienced in the solar-roofing and photovoltaic industries respectively, announced today a new strategic alliance to develop and manufacturer new photovoltaic systems for commercial and residential roofing and walls. The... - July 08, 2008 - SolarPower Restoration Systems, Inc.
Fish Don’t Fart™ * - Revolutionary New Invention Offers Easy Solution to Food Shortages: Portable Farms™
* EPA claims, “... in the U.S., cattle emit about 5.5 million metric tons of methane per year into the atmosphere, accounting for 20% of U.S. methane emissions.” Go green and eat more fish. Portable Farms™ LLC announces the availability of their new invention, Portable Farms™ which offers an easy way to grow 100 pounds of home-grown fish and 400 heads of lettuce (or other table vegetables) per year in a small 6 foot x 8 foot space. Units can be scaled in size. - July 01, 2008 - Portable Farms(TM)
Two New Orthodox Parishes to Open in Baltimore
Parishes to bring ancient liturgy experience to southeast Baltimore. - June 26, 2008 - North American Old Catholic Church
Paolo Soleri Serves Dinner at Annual Italian Night
Arcosanti's Italian Night dinner and performance on July 19, 2008 features a family-style Italian meal served by founder Paolo Soleri. - June 26, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
Green Technology Alliance Officially Launched and Announces 4 Key Partnerships
The Green Technology Alliance (www.GreenTechnologyAlliance.org) is an industry alliance designed to accelerate the adoption of green technologies. The GTA is focused on delivering a value exchange for all its members. - June 19, 2008 - Green Technology Alliance
June 18th: Polar Land and Life day
On June 18th, 2008, the International Polar Year 2007-8 (IPY) will launch its fifth ‘International Polar Day' focusing on Land and Life: the plants and animals of polar lands and the changing permafrost and hydrologic systems. This Polar Day occurs as hundreds of researchers focus on Arctic... - June 18, 2008 - IPY
Earthquake Victims in China to be Aided by Humanity First
The earthquake that hit central China on May 12 left people shaken in bordering Thailand and Vietnam and much destruction in its wake. An official death count stands a month after the destruction at 69,146, with another 17,516 still missing. In the Sichuan Province alone, 80% of the buildings were... - June 15, 2008 - Humanity First
Myanmar Victims Aided by Humanity First
The deadly category III cyclone Nargis that devastated Myanmar on May 2 has left thousands destitute and unaided weeks after the blow. In an immediate response to the natural disaster, Humanity First volunteers in Bangkok, Thailand, met with UN OCHA teams to collaborate in efforts to deploy large... - June 15, 2008 - Humanity First
Church to President: Close GitMo
Church urges President Bush to restore constitutional integrity by allowing due process for Guantanamo Bay detainees. - June 15, 2008 - North American Old Catholic Church
Buffalo Allies of Bozeman Calls Upon Gov. Schweitzer to Withdraw from Interagency Bison Management Plan
Brucellosis outbreak where there are no bison shows that IBMP is not working for buffalo or for cows. - June 14, 2008 - Buffalo Allies of Bozeman
Virginia Governor Commutes Death Sentence of Mentally Ill Inmate
Church applauds Governors display of compassion - urges reforms to prevent future issues. - June 12, 2008 - North American Old Catholic Church
N.C. Water Rights Committee Now Accepting Donations
The N.C. Water Rights Committee (www.ncwaterrights.org) is now accepting donations to facilitate the awareness of North Carolinians as to who controls the water in their State and the citizens’ rights to influence that control. The N.C. Water Rights Committee is a group of concerned citizens,... - June 11, 2008 - N.C. Water Rights Committee
Arcosanti Hosts Second Sunday Jazz and Juneteenth Concerts
Arcosanti hosts summer jazz concerts and a Juneteenth weekend festival in celebration of emancipation. - June 06, 2008 - Cosanti Foundation
Demonstration Nation: Kopali Communities Creates Ultra-Ecological and Sustainable Communities in Costa Rica
"Wherever you go, Go with your full heart." Kopali Communities Ltd., creates communities, where the residents can live in full harmony with themselves and with nature in which they are a part. - June 06, 2008 - Kopali Communities Ltd.,
Water4Gas - the Soaring Popularity of the Water4Gas Solution for How to Get Better MPG
Hundreds Converge on Weekly "Show and Tell" Type Exhibition in Los Angeles to Learn More and Compare Their Own Installations of Water4Gas and to Do Related Business. Thousands of new customers are buying Water4Gas information online weekly. See Videos from the Los Angeles park get togethers here. - June 05, 2008 - Garko Factor - Water4Gas MPG Solutions
Petition Submitted to Prime Minister to Stop Denial of Work Based Courses to Bulgarians and Romanians in UK
Bulgarians and Romanians (A2 Nationals) are allowed to come to UK without the need for a visa and can also get admission into training institutes in UK for conventional study courses (where students attend classes). However they cannot get admission into work based courses (NVQ courses which are assessed by approved NVQ assessor at students’ work place) because of the current UK Home Office rules. - June 05, 2008 - Global 4 Immigration
Green Technology Alliance Green IT Forum
Hitachi Data Systems is proud to be the Platinum sponsor of the Green Technology Alliance of Austin (GTA) first information forum, Tuesday, June 3, 8:30 am until 12:45 pm at the Microsoft Technology Center, 9606 North MoPac Expressway, Suite 200. Industry leaders in green technology from Microsoft, Hitachi, IBM and Sychron present on challenges and opportunities in the green IT space. - June 03, 2008 - Green Technology Alliance
Ordaining Women is a Fulfillment of the Gospel
Bishops of this church continue their commitment to the ordination of women. - June 01, 2008 - North American Old Catholic Church
Arboretum Day Offers Fun for the Entire Family
Boone County Arboretum Hosts its 6th Annual ‘Arboretum Day.’ - June 01, 2008 - Boone County Arboretum
Low-Tech Energy - International Finalists Announced in Global Green Awards
Today the world’s leading green energy prize announced that pioneering renewable energy projects from Africa, Asia and Latin America will each receive prizes of up to £20,000, with an overall Energy Champion winning up to £40,000. Winners will be revealed at a ceremony in London in June. - May 31, 2008 - Ashden Awards
New Benefits Package Offered to Clergy
Church continues its commitment to support clergy, so they can be successful in their ministries, by offering a wide array of new benefits. - May 30, 2008 - North American Old Catholic Church
New Video Documentary Series to Answer Questions of Why Organic
Discovering Our Organic Planet- USA, a new video series explores the basics of why organic and natural foods benefit people and the environment. - May 29, 2008 - Discovering Our Organic Planet - USA
Old Catholic Clergy Ordination Set for Baltimore, MD
Sharp increase in vocations to the Old Catholic Priesthood brings a new level of service to the city of Baltimore. Archbishop cites a renewed concern in the US for the environment, the less fortunate, and the marginalized that is calling people to action. - May 29, 2008 - North American Old Catholic Church
New Member Elected to The Ophelia Project's Board of Directors
The Ophelia Project welcomed County of Erie Department of Public Safety Chief of Operations, Ann Bloxdorf to its board of directors at the April 18 board meeting. "We are so pleased to welcome Ann to our organization,” said Mary A. Baird, president and CEO of The Ophelia Project. - May 29, 2008 - The Ophelia Project
"The Ladies Room of Arlington" Opens Its Doors; Grand Opening Brings the Exclusive Ladies Room of Arlington
One of the most exclusive, members-only women’s club, The Ladies Room, will be having its grand opening Tuesday, June 10, 2008 from 3 to 7 pm. This is an elegant, yet professional social setting placed in the heart of Texas. While the name may be a little tongue-in-cheek, The Ladies Room of... - May 25, 2008 - The Ladies Room
Aids Research Alliance and Secret Room Events Announces an Invitation to the Caribbean Style Celebrity Gifting Suite Auction (a Benefit to Find a Cure)
AIDS Research Alliance is proud to announce an online auction in conjunction with the Starbucks Coffee Company and Secret Room Events Caribbean Style Celebrity Gift Suite in Honor of the 2008 MTV Movie Awards. The winner of the auction will experience the luxury celebrity gift suite at The Valadon,... - May 25, 2008 - AIDS Research Alliance
HeartShare Pre-School Moving to Bensonhurst, Brooklyn
After 12 years in Bay Ridge, HeartShare Human Services of New York’s First Step Early Childhood Center is moving to the former St. Finbar’s elementary school in Bensonhurst this summer. Offering vital education services to children from 3 to 5 years old with developmental delays or... - May 24, 2008 - HeartShare Human Services of NY
Star-Studded Gala for HeartShare
It was a star-studded evening as HeartShare Human Services of New York celebrated its Annual Spring Gala and Auction at the Marriott Marquis in Times Square. The Sopranos creator and executive producer David Chase joined James Gandolfini, Lorraine Bracco, Dominic Chianese, Jamie-Lynn Sigler, Robert... - May 24, 2008 - HeartShare Human Services of NY