Correction — Aug 2, 2010 Nader referred to the 1999 repeal of the 1933 Glass-Steagal Act. The Wikinews article omitted the word “repeal” from the account of Nader’s speech. Sunday, October 5, 2008 Independent U.S. presidential candidate Ralph Nader had harsh words for the Democrats who engineered yesterday’s passage of the Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of […]
Ten April Fool’s pranks of 2009
Friday, April 3, 2009 April Fools’ Day pranks harmlessly pervaded worldwide again this year. Media outlets and internet sites have joined family, office workers, and friends to provide a wide variety of practical jokes. Ireland, France, and the United States celebrate April Fools all day, whereas a few countries celebrate jokes only until noon such […]
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Fashion Tips That Will Get People Talking! by Vern McKee As far as fashion sense goes, it does not need to be hard to achieve. What another person wears may not be your cup of tea. Everyone has their own taste, and that is what makes us all unique. Continue reading this article regarding fashion […]
“Friday the 13” Buffalo, New York snow storm in pictures
Sunday, October 15, 2006 Buffalo, New York — According to National Grid and NYSEG during an afternoon press conference, at least 300,000 people and businesses are still without power as the City of Buffalo, New York begins to clean up after the worst October lake effect snow storm in “137 years of records” being kept, […]
UK Wikinews Shorts: July 8, 2013
A compilation of brief news reports for Monday, July 8, 2013.
Mayor declares weather emergency in New York City
Thursday, January 13, 2011 On Tuesday, Mayor Michael R. Bloomberg announced a weather emergency in New York City, New York. The announcement was issued as a preemptive measure in preparation for an expected 6-12 inches of snow Wednesday, although the Metropolitan Transportation Authority claims to be ready for 14 inches. Bloomberg explained the meaning of […]
Where To Buy Organic Grape Seed Carrier Oil Manufacturers At Wholesale}
Read More About: Benefits Of Argan Oil On Hair And Skin Argan Life Where to buy Organic Grape Seed Carrier Oil Manufacturers at Wholesale by dr.mk singh Because of a number of health benefits and skin care, carrier oils have become household name. Among different types of organic carrier oils, grape seed oils are used […]
Eastern Conference wins 2008 NBA All-Star Game
Monday, February 18, 2008 Eastern Conference 134 128 Western Conference The Eastern Conference defeated their Western Conference counterparts at the 2008 National Basketball Association All-Star Game held at New Orleans Arena in New Orleans, Louisiana on Sunday. The final score was 134-128. The East took an early 11 point lead in the first 5 minutes, […]
Man killed after shop robbery in West Yorkshire, England; murder investigation launched
Sunday, February 21, 2010 A man has died after being involved in a robbery of his shop in West Yorkshire, England. Four youngsters, described as wearing hooded jumpers and tracksuit trousers, raided the Cowcliffe Convenience Store in the town of Huddersfield at approximately 2030 GMT on Saturday. 63-year-old Gurmail Singh sustained head injuries as a […]
Colleges offering admission to displaced New Orleans students/AL-KY
See the discussion page for instructions on adding schools to this list and for an alphabetically arranged listing of schools. Due to the damage by Hurricane Katrina and subsequent flooding, a number of colleges and universities in the New Orleans metropolitan area will not be able to hold classes for the fall 2005 semester. It […]