Corruption in United Nations Food Aid Program is Being Investigated in Somalia

The World Food Programme announced that it will submit to an independent investigation into its operations in Somalia. A United Nations monitoring group reported their suspicion that aid is being diverted to criminal organizations, terrorist groups, and even UN workers.

Gov. Schwarzenegger and Microsoft, Team up to Provide Training to Californians

Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger today announced that California will join forces with Microsoft to provide free technology training to thousands of Californians. This partnership is designed to combat the continuing growth of unemployment in the State.

Winning Olympic Gold in THE ZONE

“Every cell in my Body is Tingling With Euphoria.” This is one of the classic descriptions made by Olympic Gold Medalists after experiencing “The Zone”.

Depending on the degree of life energy attributed to entering the Zone during an event, one can literally heal broken bones and organs instantly. We saw that very thing occur with Winter Olympic Gold winner skier Lindsay Vaughn.

“The Parker” A Desert Paradise in Palm Springs California “REVIEW”

Could not have a more perfect setting; amidst palm trees and beautifully landscaped gardens, it is an oasis under the desert sun. Palm Springs is a hub of arts, architecture and culture. Entertainment is plentiful with a myriad of fine restaurants and nearby casinos, such as the Morongo in Cabazon, and Aqua Caliente in Rancho Mirage. The beautiful Santa Rosa Mountains complete the dreamy landscape.

Awareness About Violence Against Women

On Monday, March 8, Associate Attorney General Tom Perrelli will kick off a nationwide college campus tour by top department officials to raise awareness of violence against women.

China Unseats Japan As Second Largest Industrial Manufacturer

China has overtaken Japan as the world’s second largest industrial manufacturer, after the United States, the United Nations Industrial Development Organization announced.

Puerto Rico Task Force Hearing in San Juan

“This is a momentous occasion. A group of senior-level federal officials has never before come to Puerto Rico to listen to the Puerto Rican people in their home – to listen to the concerns of the people here, to listen to what is important to them, and to listen to suggestions they have for the federal government.”

Windmills Green Jobs and Arnold

“I think it’s our responsibility as public servants to go and do everything that you can to work day and night to create those jobs, so I ask the legislature to take this seriously, they have a job, they are happy, so let’s go and create jobs for everyone else too.”

Tea Party Introduces Local Candidates in Palm Desert, CA

Christina Michas, Organizer of the Palm Springs Patriots Coalition Tea Party (CA) described the Tea Party agenda as follows: “we are going to revitalize the Republican Party and work within those parameters, but we are going to put principled candidates in, that represent ‘We the People’ and are actually going to do the job that we hired them to do…”

Concepcion, Chile – 8.8-Magnitude Earthquake Update

An 8.8-magnitude earthquake struck Chile at 3:34 AM local time Saturday morning.

8.8 -Magnitude Earthquake Hits Chile

At 1:35 AM EST a major earthquake hit Chile near the city of Concepcion.

Paterson Announces Withdrawal from Governor’s Race in New York.

“There are times in politics when you have to know not to strive for service, but to step back, and that moment has come for me. Today I am announcing that ending my campaign for Governor of the State of New York.”

7.0 Earthquake Hits Japan

Strong earthquake of 7.0 just reported minutes ago in Japan near the city of Okinawa.

Mariner-Sava Nursing Home Fraud Claim Settled

Two Atlanta-Based Nursing Home Chains and Their Principals Pay $14 Million to Settle False Claims Act Case

Senator Boxer Supports Extension of Federal Unemployment Benefits

WorldNewsVine confirms Senator Barbara Boxer’s continued support for extending the federal unemployment benefits and COBRA subsidies to the millions of Americans out of work.

Would be Suicide-Bomber Pleads Guilty to Charges

When we have fundamentalists infiltrating our system harboring beliefs such as the quoted statement by Zazi indicates, our government agencies and other employers must use more diligence to ensure the safety of the American people.

LENT

The Constitution does not only guarantee freedom from religion, but also freedom of. So, in that spirit, let us wish our Catholic friends a good season of Lent.

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