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Sweeping bank regulatory overhaul passed in US House of Representatives
Thursday, July 1, 2010 Never again, never again should Wall Street greed bring such suffering to our country. The US House of Representatives passed a significant overhaul of financial regulations that strengthens the government’s hold on banks and also creates a new federal agency to oversee consumer lending on Wednesday. “Never again, never again should […]
“Dr Dino” gets 10 years in prison after failure to pay taxes
Friday, January 19, 2007 In November 2006 Pensacola, Florida evangelist Kent Hovind and his wife, Jo, were found guilty on 58 federal counts of “willful failure” to payroll taxes, structuring bank withdrawals, and obstructing federal agents. On January 19, 2007 Hovind was given ten years in federal prison, ordered to pay $640,000 in owed funds […]
Septic Tank Services In Tampa, Fl Can Prevent Blocked Drains
Here’s An Opinion On: Home Cinema Designs Sydney Services byadmin A septic tank treats all of the wastewater from a home. In addition to the toilet, this includes water from sinks, showers, bathtubs, dishwashers and washing machines. So when a septic tank stops working properly, it can affect all aspects of family life. Homeowners should […]
US financier Madoff to remain free on bail
Tuesday, January 13, 2009 A federal court in New York, New York ruled Monday that American financier Bernard Madoff can remain free on a US$10 million bond. Madoff faces charges of securities fraud in case that may reveal losses as large as US$50 billion. He was originally arrested on December 11, 2008. Federal prosecutors had […]
US Basketball: Jazz win, maintain Northwest Division lead
Tuesday, February 6, 2007 Mehmet Okur scored 12 of the last 14 points for the Utah Jazz in the final minutes of their game against the Chicago Bulls on Monday night, propelling the Jazz to a 100-95 win against the Bulls. Okur finished with 20 points and was the high scorer for the Jazz, who […]
Listeners call for tattooing of Muslims in America, supporting comedy skit
Saturday, December 9, 2006 When radio host Jerry Klein suggested that all Muslims in the United States should be identified with a crescent-shape tattoo,”the switchboard went from empty to totally jammed within minutes.” Some callers agreed with Klein, one saying that, “Not only do you tattoo them in the middle of their forehead but you […]
Tracking Your Children With Gps
Here’s An Opinion On: Rfid Supply Chain Management Australia Submitted by: Sintilia Miecevole From the moment children are born their parents naturally worry about them. Are they hungry? Are they warm enough? Are they sick? Soon parents face the surrounding dangers as toddlers start to crawl, walk and run. The hazards seem to be everywhere. […]
Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with NDP candidate Sheila White, Scarborough-Rouge River
Thursday, September 13, 2007 Having worked as an aide, advisor, and Executive Assistant to municipal and provincial politicians, Sheila White is running for the Ontario New Democratic Party in the Ontario provincial election, in the Scarborough-Rouge River riding. Wikinews’ Nick Moreau interviewed her regarding her values, her experience, and her campaign. Stay tuned for further […]
As increase in digital music sales slows, record labels look to new ways to make money
Tuesday, August 31, 2010 Every September, the Apple iPod is redesigned. Last year saw the release of the iPod Nano 5th generation, bringing a video camera and a large range of colours to the Nano for the first time. But as Apple again prepares to unveil a redesigned product, the company has released their quarterly […]
Parent Involvement Key To Student Achievement}
Here’s An Opinion On: Acting Courses Sydney Submitted by: Dr. Stephen Jones Educators have said active parent involvement raises a students academic performance. Yet school districts have witnessed a steady decline in parent participation. Gone are the days when a mother stayed at home to raise children and participate in school activities. Parents are happy […]