North Korean leader Kim Jong-Il might be using pipeline to leverage nuclear negotiations.
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By Thomas Gao
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Thursday, August 25, 2011
Starbucks CEO Generates Buzz to Withhold Campaign Donations
More than 100 U.S. business leaders sign Starbucks CEOs pledge: withhold political contributions until lawmakers strike a deal over the debt ceiling.
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By Kylie McGivern
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Gold Price Plummets
The price of gold plunged by 5.6%, to close at $1,757.30 an ounce on Wednesday. This was the biggest one-day dip in almost three years.
Sources:BBCBloombergThe StreetMSNBC
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By Qian Ruisha
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Standard and Poor’s Gets A New President
Douglas Peterson will be taking over as president of S&P Sept. 12 after Deven Sharma steps down.
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By Mellissa Oribhabor
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Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Peninsula Hospital Center Resumes ER Services
Decision Allows Investors More Time to Come Up with Rescue Plan
According to a statement by Peninsula Hospital Center's spokeswoman, Liz Sulik, the financially-troubled hospital's emergency room will continue to render services to the Far Rockaway community while potential investors seeks ways to acquire the facility.
According to Sulik, it will continue to accept walk-ins, and current patients would be not transferred to St. John's Episcopal Hospital as originally scheduled.
The hospital was slated to close its emergency room at 11 p.m. on August 24. From The G-Man will continue to monitor this story closely and provide details as they become available.
Journalists Freed From Libyan Hotel
More than 30 foreign journalists have finally left the Rixos hotel in Tripoli-- after being held there for several days.
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By Charlie McKeague
Anchor: Megan Murphy
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Special Election for Weiner's Seat
Anthony Weiner's former New York district hasn't seen a Republican representative since the 1920s, but this may be the GOP's best chance.
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By Zach Toombs
Anchor: Lauren Gores
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UN Human Rights Council Condemns Syria
After a second emergency session on Syria this year, the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva adopted a resolution condemning Syrian government.
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By Yutaka Hayashi
Anchor: Erica Coghill
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S&P President Resigns
Deven Sharma plans to step down in September.just weeks after downgrading the long-term U.S. credit rating to a AA+.
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By Nick Adams
Anchor: Jim Flink
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Cuomo Orders State Emergency Responders to Prep for Irene
Hurricane May Hit New York State on Sunday
Governor Andrew Cuomo today ordered the state's Office of Emergency Management to prepare for the potential impact of Hurricane Irene, which may hit New York State this coming Sunday. Cuomo has instructed the state's Emergency Operations Center in Albany to track the storm and to work with other state agencies to prepare the state's response.
At the governor's direction, agencies and local governments around the state will meet today to plan coordinated response efforts, such as emergency operations support and field staff deployments to areas that are expected to be hit the hardest.
At the governor's direction, agencies and local governments around the state will meet today to plan coordinated response efforts, such as emergency operations support and field staff deployments to areas that are expected to be hit the hardest.
Relevant state agencies have also been in communication with the Federal Emergency Management Agency and the National Weather Service to discuss the potential tracks of the storm and to determine storm planning efforts.
"We are actively working to ensure that New York State is prepared for the potential impact of Hurricane Irene," said Governor Cuomo.
"The state government is coordinating with our federal and local partners so that we can effectively respond to any emergency situation that may arise due to the storm. I encourage New Yorkers to pay close attention to the track of the hurricane and, if necessary, to follow the instructions of emergency officials. By properly preparing in advance, we can most calmly and decisively take action if the storm arrives."
"We are actively working to ensure that New York State is prepared for the potential impact of Hurricane Irene," said Governor Cuomo.
"The state government is coordinating with our federal and local partners so that we can effectively respond to any emergency situation that may arise due to the storm. I encourage New Yorkers to pay close attention to the track of the hurricane and, if necessary, to follow the instructions of emergency officials. By properly preparing in advance, we can most calmly and decisively take action if the storm arrives."
The actual strength of the hurricane will depend on its course up the east coast of the United States. Parts of the state that are adjacent to coastal waters, such as Long Island and New York City, are considered most at risk. Inland locations can also be affected by heavy rainfall and strong winds, which can cause flooding and power outages.
Governor Cuomo urges New Yorkers to take stock of their emergency supplies, such as water, non-perishable food, radios, batteries, supplies for any pets, and first aid kits. The Governor also encourages New Yorkers to check in with neighbors, especially the elderly or disabled, who might need assistance to ensure that their needs are met if emergency instructions are issued.
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Tuesday, August 23, 2011
Vice President Joe Biden Speaks on U.S. - China Relations
The Vice President speaks on the relationship between the United States and China at Sichuan University in Chengdu, China. The Vice President also took questions from the crowd after concluding his remarks.
Bracing for Hurricane Irene
FEMA Continues to Monitor Threat, Encourages Everyone to Be Prepared
WASHINGTON - The Federal Emergency Management Agency, along with the entire federal family, is continuing to closely monitor Hurricane Irene, and is coordinating closely with all of its state and territorial partners in the Caribbean and along the East Coast that have already or could possibly experience impacts from this storm.
FEMA also continues to closely monitor the earthquake that states experienced this afternoon, and remains in close contact with our federal, state and local partners. Read more about these efforts.
Additionally, the President was briefed today about the earthquake and status of critical infrastructure. The President was told that there are no initial reports of major infrastructure damage, including at airports and nuclear facilities and that there were currently no requests for assistance.
As part of our ongoing coordination for Hurricane Irene, FEMA's leadership is conducting daily calls with its regional offices in Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Atlanta, and its Caribbean Area Office in Puerto Rico, the governors of the states and territories that already have or could be impacted, and its congressional and intergovernmental stakeholders.
FEMA has also been in close contact with Department of Homeland Security Secretary Janet Napolitano and President Obama, who has been briefed daily by his Homeland Security Advisor, John Brennan, about all federal response and preparation efforts.
Yesterday, President Obama signed an emergency declaration for Puerto Rico, making federal funding available to supplement commonwealth and local response efforts in the area.
"Our priority, as always, is to make sure that we are supporting local efforts as they work to keep residents and communities safe," said FEMA Administrator Craig Fugate.
"As we continue to support response efforts in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands, we are also working with our state and local partners along the East Coast to aggressively prepare for Irene's path over the next few days. All East Coast residents should pay close attention to this storm and take the time now to prepare. Visit Ready.gov or Listo.gov for tips on creating your family emergency plan and putting together an emergency supply kit."
According to the National Weather Service, Hurricane Irene is expected to strengthen and could impact the East Coast later this week. FEMA encourages residents that have already or could possibly be impacted from the storm to continue to monitor weather conditions and listen to the direction of local and territory officials. For more forecast information from the National Weather Service's National Hurricane Center, click here.
Under the guidance of President Obama and Secretary Napolitano, FEMA proactively deployed regional Incident Management Assistance Teams to the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico to coordinate with territory and local officials to identify needs and possible shortfalls impacting potential disaster response and recovery efforts.
These teams have been in close contact and coordination with both the U.S. Virgin Islands Territory Emergency Management Agency and the Puerto Rico Emergency Management Agency. As response efforts on the ground continue, FEMA also has liaison officers in the Virgin Islands and Puerto Rico emergency operations centers.
To help support East Coast states as they prepare for Irene, FEMA has proactively deployed its National Incident Management Team to North Carolina in anticipation of any potential landfall to the East Coast.
FEMA has also activated its National Response Coordination Center to 24-hour operations, to ensure federal coordination and resources are available to support the Regional Response Coordination Center and to monitor current storm conditions.
At all times, FEMA maintains commodities, including millions of liters of water, millions of meals and hundreds of thousands of blankets, strategically located at distribution centers throughout the United States and its territories.
These commodities are meant to supplement territorial or state resources if needed, but it's critical that individuals and families that are able build their own emergency supply kits, so that in the event of a disaster, state and local resources can be focused on our most vulnerable citizens.
FEMA is coordinating across the federal government to ensure territorial and state officials have the support they need as they respond to or prepare for Irene. These actions include:
The National Guard Bureau has personnel on the ground in Puerto Rico providing support for clearing roads and debris, transporting equipment, communications, urban search and rescue efforts, and public safety and security needs.
U.S. NORTHCOM's has deployed staff to Puerto Rico to help provide support and coordinate response efforts.
U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) Coast Guard is currently conducting port and air assessments in Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to help re-open ports as soon as possible.
The American Red Cross is sending volunteers to North Carolina and South Carolina, and moving feeding trucks and communications equipment to East Coast states. Local chapters are also getting ready for sheltering efforts.
For more information about FEMA's efforts to support territorial, state and local officials as they prepare for and respond to Hurricane Irene, visit the FEMA blog.
As is always the case, state and local officials make decisions on issuing evacuation orders, so remember to listen to the direction of your local officials and be sure to know your evacuation route in case evacuation orders are given.
FEMA encourages everyone, regardless of whether they live in a hurricane-prone area, to take steps to ensure their family, homes and businesses are prepared for a possible emergency. Important items to have ready in case of an emergency include a battery-powered radio (like a NOAA Weather Radio), flashlight, extra batteries, medicines, non-perishable food, hand-operated can opener, utility knife and first aid supplies.
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Newsy Now: News Round-Up
Gadhafi's Son Emerges; Is Syria Next to Fall?; US Braces for Hurricane Irene; Gunman Opens Fire at Philly Rec Center; Facebook and Miramax Launch App
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By Erik Shute
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Hurricane Irene to Hit U.S. Coast
Hurricane Irene is strengthening over the Caribbean and could become a category 4 before hitting the U.S.
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By Charlie McKeague
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Turkey Claims it Killed Kurdish Rebels
Turkey says it has killed dozens of rebel locations in northern Iraq-- and more could be on their way.
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By Tracy Pfeiffer
Anchor: Christina Hartman
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Amy Winehouse Toxicology
The late British singer's toxicology results reveal alcohol, but no drugs in system.
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By Jessica Sibert
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Japanese PM Naoto Kan to Resign
Japanese Prime Minister Naoto Kan is set to resign next Tuesday. His replacement will be chosen Monday.
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By Tracy Pfeiffer
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Jon Huntsman Moderate
Jon Huntsman is running for the GOP nomination, so why is he the only voice in a new ad from the Democratic National Committee?
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By Christina Hartman
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Virginia Earthquake Felt in New York!
An example of a seismograph, which measures earthquake intensity.
Updated Statement from Governor Andrew Cuomo on Earthquake
The State Office of Emergency Management continues to monitor the effects in New York State from the 5.9 magnitude earthquake that originated near Mineral, Virginia this afternoon.
The state is initiating comprehensive reviews of critical and sensitive infrastructure including the state’s hydroelectric plants, nuclear power plants, key bridges and tunnels, and other assets.
I am getting regular reports from agencies all over the state and at this time there are no reports of damage or power outages.
The state is initiating comprehensive reviews of critical and sensitive infrastructure including the state’s hydroelectric plants, nuclear power plants, key bridges and tunnels, and other assets.
I am getting regular reports from agencies all over the state and at this time there are no reports of damage or power outages.
Presidents Obama and Sarkozy Confer on Global Economy, Libya
Readout of the President's Call with President Sarkozy of France
The President and French President Sarkozy spoke today about the situation in Libya and continued their close consultations about the global economic situation and recent developments in financial markets.
With regard to Libya, they agreed that Qadhafi and the remnants of his regime needed to accept that their time is up and relinquish power once and for all, and they welcomed the progress that has been made by the Libyan people in pursuing an end to the Qadhafi regime.
At the same time, they agreed to continue to work with allies and partners in the international community to protect the people of Libya and to support a peaceful transition to democracy. President Sarkozy joined the President in urging the Transitional National Council to continue demonstrating its leadership by respecting the rights of the people of Libya, avoiding civilian casualties, protecting the institutions of the Libyan state, and pursuing a transition to democracy that is just and inclusive for all of the people of Libya.
With regard to Libya, they agreed that Qadhafi and the remnants of his regime needed to accept that their time is up and relinquish power once and for all, and they welcomed the progress that has been made by the Libyan people in pursuing an end to the Qadhafi regime.
At the same time, they agreed to continue to work with allies and partners in the international community to protect the people of Libya and to support a peaceful transition to democracy. President Sarkozy joined the President in urging the Transitional National Council to continue demonstrating its leadership by respecting the rights of the people of Libya, avoiding civilian casualties, protecting the institutions of the Libyan state, and pursuing a transition to democracy that is just and inclusive for all of the people of Libya.
The two Presidents also discussed the global economic situation, the Eurozone crisis and recent market developments. They agreed on the importance of concerted action, including through the G20, to address these challenges and to spur growth and job creation in the global economy.
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