Brad and Ange become Mr and Mrs Silver-Smith Nov 19, 2009
Jolie co-founded the organisation in 2006 to raise money for educating child victims of war, conflict and natural disasters. Prices for the jewellery range start at $525 (312) for a silver spoon with a snaked-shaped handle. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Operation Christmas Child Under Way Nov 19, 2009
Judy McMillin, Tehachapi's collection center's co-coordinator, said, "Operation Christmas Child sends shoe boxes filled with gifts to children who find themselves in countries where theres war, poverty, disease, natural disasters, children who normally wouldnt be able to get Christmas gifts.Last year, Operation Christmas Child was able to give nearly 5 million children across the globe shoe box gifts put together by people from all over the United States. The boxes are filled with all sorts... (KERO 23, CA)
Being too greedy Nov 19, 2009
Such excess would be better channeled through donations to the needy, oppressed, and victims of war and natural disasters. Schools, too, are burdened with expectations of myriad extracurricular functions and facilities. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Show Transcript: November 19 Nov 19, 2009
AZUZ: Helping elephant orphans, providing aid to victims of natural disasters, finding ways to clean up the environment: There are a lot of ways to impact your world. Head to CNN.com/impact and check out the resources to find out how you can make a difference. (CNN -- US)
Poor women 'bear climate burden' Nov 19, 2009
They do most of the agricultural work, and are therefore affected by weather-related natural disasters impacting on food, energy and water, it said ... They also managed households and cared for families, which limited their chances of moving around and increased "their vulnerability to sudden weather-related natural disasters". (BBC News -- South Asia)
Africa: Poor Women Will Bear 'Climate Burden,' Says UN Nov 19, 2009
They manage households and hence, have limited mobility, making them more vulnerable to natural disasters. Women are on average poorer, they have less power, less recognition of their economic productivity and shoulder a disproportionate burden in reproduction and child-raising. (allAfrica.com)
Becoming 'El Road Warrior' Nov 18, 2009
This is a stoic population that has endured a brutal conquest, devastating natural disasters, poverty, centuries of political chicanery and the contemporary scourge of drug wars and emerged with spirit intact. So when a cattle drive takes 20 minutes to cross the road, or a massive delivery truck has to inch back and forth 25 times to angle itself into a driveway the width of your hall closet, Mexican drivers tend to turn up the music, get out of their cars and shake hands, and consider it an... (San Francisco Chronicle -- Travel)
New Report Finds Four Forces Will Shape the Future of Mobile Banking Nov 18, 2009
"The poor are kept in poverty when they are financially excluded. This means they lack safe places to save money, the opportunity to invest in their future and cannot reduce the risk of their savings being lost in natural disasters. "As this report shows, governments and the private sector both have a huge role to play in ensuring investment is made to deliver technology-based financial services to billions of poor people. " The report sets out four scenarios on the future of branchless banking.... (Canada Newswire)
Counting world's 'invisible' children Nov 18, 2009
It helps in reuniting children with families after natural disasters and armed conflict. It also protects them from child marriage and early recruitment into the armed forces. (CNN -- World)
Christmas collection for children begins Nov 18, 2009
From there, they are shipped overseas and hand-delivered to children who live in poverty because of war, disease and natural disasters, Peterson said. "Many of these children have never seen a gift," she said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
'Magical' Great Dane From California Named World's Tallest Dog Nov 18, 2009
A project to give victims of disasters a place to stay with their pets following natural disasters is on Taylor's to-do list. Many shelters refuse to accept animals, so if owners don't want to be separated from their pets, they have to sleep outside with them. (Fox News)
First Hawaiian names new president Nov 18, 2009
Hawaiian Airlines pilots have donated $15,000 for victims of recent natural disasters in American Samoa, Indonesia and the Philippines. The pilots, members of the Air Line Pilots Association, made the donation at the Red Cross "Kokua for the Pacific" fundraiser Sunday at Aloha Tower Marketplace. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Five cyclones to originate from Fiji: experts Nov 18, 2009
Goodman emphasized the importance for all stakeholders to know their capabilities to be able to prepare effectively for natural disasters. Experts from the U.S. Military's Center for Excellence in Hawaii and the U.S. Coast Guard have been on hand enhancing local officials' ability to prepare for cyclones in Fiji. (Xinhuanet, China)
Storms ease for IAG Nov 17, 2009
Storms, hail and floods represent the costliest and most frequent payouts for general insurers, and so far this financial year natural disasters are well down on the past two years ... Significantly, there have not been the one-off natural disasters in the new financial year that cause large setbacks in profits. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Pacific Sunwear Announces Third Quarter Earnings Results Nov 17, 2009
Uncertainties that could adversely affect our business and results include, among others, the following factors: higher than anticipated declines in same-store sales; additional adverse changes in economic conditions or sustained adverse economic conditions generally; additional adverse changes in consumer spending; changes in consumer demands and preferences; higher than anticipated markdowns and/or higher than estimated selling, general and administrative costs; competition from other... (Primezone Releases)
* Lawmakers criticize EPA over duck scare Nov 17, 2009
Questions were also raised by DPP Legislator Huang Sue-ying (Q^) over the possible contamination of other land surrounding both lawful and unlawful dumping sites in the event of a flood or other natural disasters. She said the EPA must develop a backup plan in the event of another disaster such as Typhoon Morakot. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Listen, Watch, Read: Computers Search for Meaning Nov 17, 2009
For the project, the platform was developed to search video news sources relating to civil unrest and street violence, and natural disasters like earthquakes, forest fires and floods. "We had to focus the demonstrator because there is a lot of work involved in developing ontologies for specific news topics. You would need to develop a very detailed ontology for politics, or crime and so on. We have designed the system so that it can accept ontologies from elsewhere, but for the demonstrator we... (Science Daily)
Art therapy: healing the mind, body and soul Nov 17, 2009
Survivors of natural disasters can use art therapy to help overcome depression, anxiety and post-traumatic stress. Numerous accounts of Hurricane Katrina survivors credit art therapy as an effective treatment, especially for children who create artwork to express what they may not otherwise understand or be able to put into words. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
China proposes four-point action plan to eradicate world hunger Nov 17, 2009
In order to overcome the "dual pressure of an international financial crisis and a global food crisis," the first suggestion of the Chinese government was to increase input and raise food production by investing more in agriculture, build up the capability to resist natural disasters and strive for greater self-sufficiency. Both industrialized and developing countries should in the long run forge their own "blood-generating" capacity, Hui said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Island Images Nov 17, 2009
The event brought approximately 20 local performers together to raise money for Samoa, the Philippines and Indonesian, which were hit with a series of natural disasters in September and October. FL MORRIS / FLMORRIS@STARBULLETIN.COM ARRIVING IN STYLE: Shane Kam, left, and his dog, Aka, and Jesse Baricar and his dog, Yuki, were on their way into the first annual Hawaii Pet Film Festival ay Gift Show, held yesterday in the Blaisdell Exhibition Hall. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
President Hu's state visits to Malaysia and Singapore and his attendance at the 17th Economic Leaders Meeting of APEC forum on Nov. 10-15 was fruitful and achieved great success, FM Yang Jiechi said Sunday.• Hu expounds China's views on sustainable development Nov 16, 2009
In addition, the Doha Round negotiations have been fraught with difficulties and twists and turns, and global issues such as climate change, food security, energy and resource security, public health security and major natural disasters have become more pronounced. "These are all daunting challenges to the full recovery and long-term growth of the world economy, including in the Asia-Pacific region," he said. (Xinhuanet, China)
Ky. Man Hosts Popular 2012 Disaster Site Nov 16, 2009
Kehne cites increased natural disasters that strike with more intensity as proof of his claims. "They will continue to do so as we get closer to 2012. And I think those disasters are going to lead to economic problems and social problems and it's going to be a domino effect," Kehne said. (Click2Houston, TX)
Stimulus payments led to crisis for some Nov 15, 2009
But, he said, the process had ''much in common with bonuses announced in federal budgets and payments made in response to natural disasters and other unforeseen circumstances. The Ombudsman said in future the Government should identify ''those significant groups of people who are likely to hold a mistaken belief that they are eligible for a payment or benefit. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Top Island acts join in concert at Aloha Tower to aid disaster relief Nov 15, 2009
Some of Hawai'i's most popular musical artists are on stage tomorrow between 1 and 5 p.m. for the "Kokua for the Pacific" benefit to send aid to victims of recent natural disasters in American Samoa, the Philippines and Indonesia. Scheduled entertainers include Henry Kapono, Amy Hanaiali'i, Ten Feet, Makana, John Cruz, Micah G, Robi Kahakalau, Rebel Souljahz, Brother Noland, Charles Michael Brotman, Sean Na'auao, Society of Seven-Las Vegas, Ilona Irvine, Lorna Lim and Mike Ka'awa. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Renewable energy and a sustainable lifestyle Nov 15, 2009
Not only does it leaves us vulnerable to natural disasters or terrorist attacks, is it fair to the Western states to fill our open spaces with huge wind and solar farms and transmission lines. Dont states and local communities have some responsibility to be sustainable. (Casper Star-Tribune, WY)
Waters keep rising, and so does worry Nov 14, 2009
" But other locals, such as Peter Christensen, a career fisherman, and Selena Cameron, who works at the Commercial Fisherman's Co-Op, are unworried. Both have been living in the area for more than 30 years and say that if anything water levels have fallen. "That's the only way we will go under, the storms," said Ms Cameron as she served customers at the building on the banks of Lake Macquarie. Lake Macquarie City Council had set up a sea level rise and climate change taskforce to deal with... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
YourEncores corps of scientists, engineers helps Cincinnati's P&G, others fight fires Nov 14, 2009
The brainchild of P&G, YourEncore now a private company works with dozens of such corporations to fire-fight needs ranging from natural disasters to package design. Today, YourEncore is a significant component to, and product of, P&G s flourishing Connect + Develop program, launched in 2000 to goose up innovation by linking up P&G s own talent with outside experts. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
GIC Re plans calamities pool to cover Afro-Asian disasters Nov 14, 2009
A NatCat pool protects the balance sheets of insurance companies if they face large claims out of natural disasters such as cyclones and hurricanes. The idea is to diversify the risks by leveraging disparate geographies. (India Times)
BEHIND OUR STONEWALLS: The miracles of life Nov 13, 2009
History is replete with natural disasters and crisis including wars and social upheavals. Volcanoes have buried cities and blanketed the earth with clouds of ash that caused crop failures around the world. (Bolton Common, MA)
Hired guns of YourEncore help solve corporations' problems Nov 13, 2009
The brainchild of P&G, YourEncore now a private company works with dozens of such corporations to fire-fight needs ranging from natural disasters to package design ... It is a long way from Louisiana, but natural disasters, and consumerism, have few borders. (Cincinnati Business Courier, OH)
The Walt Disney Company Reports Earnings for Fiscal Year 2009 Nov 13, 2009
adverse weather conditions or natural disasters. health concerns. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
2012 premieres in LA Nov 13, 2009
Natural disasters such as volcanic eruptions, typhoons and glaciers plague the planet. A large cast of characters have to deal with the ensuing mayhem. (Xinhuanet, China)
Hospital preps for more flu cases Nov 13, 2009
"Typically, national emergencies are natural disasters. They allow for more flexible triaging of patients. We're not at that point yet, obviously. I don't know if we'll get there," said Dr. Gary Little, medical director at GW Hospital. "National emergency classification allows the government to tap into resources - we're more focused on the pandemic status.". (GW Hatchet, Washington DC)
Health Tip: Sources of Childhood Stress Nov 13, 2009
Seeing frightening images on TV, such as about war, terrorism or natural disasters. Losing a loved one. (MEDLINEplus)
Disaster Week: IGN's Disaster Movie Showcase Nov 13, 2009
We picked 10 films using the following criteria: 1) the films must have only cosmic or natural disasters (i. e. no invading aliens, plague outbreaks or man-made acts); 2) the disaster, impending or actual, has to be the entire thrust of the movie and not just a small portion of it (sorry, Titanic); and 3) the story has to actually follow the people in the disaster and not those directly out of harm's way (OK, that one's just to explain why Armageddon isn't on this list). (IGN FilmForce)
Globe Specialty Metals Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2010 Results Nov 13, 2009
Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those in the forward-looking statements include regional, national or global political, economic, business, competitive, market and regulatory conditions including, among others, changes in metals prices; increases in the cost of raw materials or energy; competition in the metals and foundry industries; environmental and regulatory risks; ability to identify liabilities associated with acquired properties prior to their... (Primezone Releases)
Nuclear hysteria and destiny Nov 12, 2009
Yet it seems that death and destruction also fascinates American minds in relation to natural disasters. Consider that the 7. (Juneau Empire)
QLogic Increases Market Share and Widens Competitive Lead in Third Quarter 2009 Nov 12, 2009
The company advises readers that these potential risks and uncertainties include, but are not limited to: declines in information technology spending levels; potential fluctuations in operating results; gross margins that may vary over time; the stock price of the company may be volatile; the company's dependence on the networking markets served; potential adverse effects of server virtualization technology on the company's business; potential adverse effects of increased market acceptance of... (Primezone Releases)
Mrs. Obama says veterans' skills can help at home Nov 12, 2009
The first lady says veterans' leadership skills could help neighborhoods recover from natural disasters. Veterans could also mentor students in the classroom. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Veterans Honored for Service in War and Peace Nov 12, 2009
But veterans also help in the United States and other countries after natural disasters and in other non-combat tasks, he noted. We must remember, not matter what the task or mission, no matter how dangerous or mundane, our veterans perform their duty, Brown said. (Bartow Polk County Democrat, FL)
Red Cross Concern At Growth In Displacement Camps Nov 12, 2009
(AP) GENEVA (AP) - Camps for people uprooted by natural disasters or armed conflict inside their own country can stir envy among locals and become a recruiting ground for armed groups, the International Committee of the Red Cross warned Thursday. In many cases displaced people are better housed in towns and villages, the ICRC said. (CBS News -- World)
Churchill Downs Incorporated to Acquire Youbet.com, Inc. Nov 12, 2009
Such risks, uncertainties and other factors include, among other things: the possibility that the expected efficiencies and cost savings from the proposed transaction will not be realized, or will not be realized within the expected time period; the ability to obtain governmental approvals of the merger on the proposed terms and schedule contemplated by the parties; the failure of Youbets stockholders to approve the proposed merger; the risk that CDI and Youbet businesses will not be... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Chinese, Singaporean presidents meet on bilateral ties Nov 12, 2009
Noting that Asia is frequently striken by natural disasters, Nathan said China has accumulated valuable experience in disaster relief during the severe earthquakes in Sichuan last year and in post-disaster rehabilitation for other countries to learn from. Before the meeting, Nathan held a welcome ceremony for Hu. (Xinhuanet, China)
* NCC slams ERA News for delays on complaint data Nov 12, 2009
ASSISTANCE: TV stations and media associations were invited to establish a standard operating procedure to deal with requests for help during natural disasters By Shelley Shan STAFF REPORTER Thursday, Nov 12, 2009, Page 4 ... The commission further said in a press release that though media laws do not specifically regulate news reporting of natural disasters, media bear a social responsibility and should not mislead viewers into thinking their messages will be addressed immediately ... The press... (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Importance of Women Entrepreneurship in Times of Economic Crisis Nov 12, 2009
Women are known to play incredible and soul-saving roles, mostly indiscreetly, in difficult times including during wars and natural disasters. In times of penury, when children are hungry and the men lose their sources of livelihoods, everyone turns to the wife and/or mother for support. (allAfrica.com)
Kapaa students chip in for Samoa Nov 11, 2009
Spearheaded by the PTSA, the fundraiser was organized to help Hawai i s neighbors in American Samoa, the Philippines and Indonesia who have been impacted by recent natural disasters, states a release from the Kapa a Elementary PTSA.. This project was pulled together very quickly over a two-week period and it shows the care and concern our school has for our neighbors in the Pacific, Yatsko said. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Submarine cable connecting M'sia and SEA to US ready Nov 10, 2009
"This low risk route was designed to avoid the volatile and hazardous Pacific Ring, thus mitigating the effects from natural disasters like earthquakes and tsunamis, which have previously damaged submarine cable systems, resulting in major disruptions to international internet links," he explained. With an initial equipped capacity of 500 Gigabits per second, the submarine cable network is upgradeable using field tested Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology, which enables it... (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Alabama's top 5 investor traps Nov 10, 2009
They often come in the wake of natural disasters like hurricanes. "The idea is, we're gonna pool your money and buy all this distressed property at the beach," Borg explained. (WSJA.com, AL)
Show benefits disaster victims Nov 10, 2009
Penn State International Dance Ensemble performs Bhangra, an Indian cultural dance, during the Asian Natural Disasters Relief Show ... A variety of cultural groups and student performers joined together Monday night at the Paul Robeson Cultural Center's Heritage Hall to raise awareness of the natural disasters that recently occurred in Asia ... The Asian Natural Disasters Relief Show, hosted by the Penn State Filipino Association (PSFA), held 16 different performances throughout the night,... (Daily Collegian, PA)
Author of The Soloist on KCUR Nov 10, 2009
"I've covered stories all over the world - natural disasters, volcanoes, hurricanes and floods, political conventions, I've been to Bosnia, I've been to Iraq - and nothing I ever wrote got the reaction that the first Nathaniel column got. Something about the Nathaniel story clicked.". In his columns, Lopez described the story of Ayers, an exceptional musician whose battle with mental illness took him from classical music training at Julliard to the streets of Los Angeles. (University News, MO)
Constitutional Ignorance Reigns Supreme on Capitol Hill Nov 10, 2009
Mr. Barr and those who disregards the general Welfare clause surely object to the Interstate Highway System, assistance to victims of natural disasters, and any other law that might assist them in any way, if they are not listed in the Constitution and almost none of them are ... Mark: Mr. Barr and those who disregards the general Welfare clause surely object to the Interstate Highway System, assistance to victims of natural disasters, and any other law that might assist them in... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Allied Healthcare posts Q1 loss Nov 10, 2009
Allied said it introduced a new product line late in fiscal 2009, mass casualty ventilators designed for use in pandemics, natural disasters and terrorist attacks. Sales of the new products totaled $500,000 in the quarter. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
4th ministerial conference of FOCAC begins in Egypt Nov 9, 2009
Central African Republic President Francois Bozize said both China and Africa faced great challenges, including natural disasters and climate changes, so both sides should continue working together to deepen their friendship in all fields. Chinese Foreign Minister Yang Jiechi presented to the conference a report on the implementation of the outcomes of the Beijing Summit. (Xinhuanet, China)
Keel authentication ceremony set for USS Somerset Nov 9, 2009
The actual keel-laying milestone was achieved in September of this year, said Bill Glenn, public relations manager of Northrop Gumman Shipbuilding. The keel authentication is a ceremony we have to show that the ship s keel has been truly and fairly laid. (Somerset Daily American, PA)
Most Stocks Decline on Earnings, Forecasts; Insurance Companies Advance Nov 9, 2009
6 percent to 2,275 yen, the largest gain in the Nikkei 225, after its first-half net income unexpectedly rose to 57 billion yen because of smaller-than-expected payouts for typhoons and other natural disasters ... The casualty insurer doubled its full-year net income projection to 16 billion yen, citing fewer-than-expected typhoons and other natural disasters. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
Asian Stocks Gain on G-20, Axa Takeover; Gold Rises to Record on Dollar Nov 9, 2009
Maintaining stimulus measures will help support a further rally in equities and commodities, though its not necessarily a positive thing," said , Hong Kong-based chief investment officer at Samsung Investment Trust Management, which oversees $100 billion in assets. That means the economy is not recovering at a desirable pace. The U.S., for instance, does not really have a choice but to keep its monetary policy loose. shares surged 33 percent in Sydney after rejecting a hostile bid... (Bloomberg -- Asia)
Dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress ... Nov 9, 2009
Dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome. Dealing with Post-Traumatic Stress Syndrome. (Suite101.com)
Symposium held to promote mainland-Taiwan co-op Nov 8, 2009
As global climate change was intensified and major disasters happened frequently in recent years, it was a common issue for both sides to prevent natural disasters and achieve sustainable development, Jia said. When disasters came, people on the two sides of the Taiwan Straits cared for and supported each other, showing a great feeling of kinship in sharing weal and woe, Jia said, referring to the earthquake that hit Sichuan Province in May last year and the typhoon-caused floods in Taiwan this... (Xinhuanet, China)
Lesotho: A Mountain of Challenges Nov 7, 2009
WFP generally only ships and provides food in crisis situations like civil conflicts and natural disasters. Programmes sometimes linger on after the emergency has passed, when food aid used to help communities rebuild, but the goal is usually to move out. (allAfrica.com)
Unity receives grant money to help flood victims Nov 7, 2009
MUSCATINE, Iowa Help is available for Muscatine County residents still feeling overwhelmed by the 2008 flood or other natural disasters. Unity Healthcare New Horizons recently received a 19,360 grant to help prevent substance abuse in connection with natural disasters and to treat flood survivors who are struggling with substance abuse or other issues ... Stress caused by natural disasters can have a profound affect on children. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Poll: Many parents, high-priority adults who tried to get H1N1 vaccine unable to get it Nov 7, 2009
The award enables HORP to provide technical assistance to the CDC as well as to other national and state government health officials in order to support two critical goals: (1) to better understand the general public's response to public health emergencies, including biological threats and natural disasters; and (2) to improve related public health communications. For more information. (EurekAlert!)
In brief: Matters of Faith Nov 7, 2009
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE: Listen to the Christian Science Radio Sentinel broadcast on "Responding to Natural Disasters" at 8:30 a.m. Sunday on KBYR-AM 700. Church services and Sunday school for youths through age 19 are at 10 a.m. at 1347 L St. Scriptural readings and testimonies are at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday. (Anchorage Daily News)
Must Saving the Planet Cost a Fortune? Nov 6, 2009
Thirty-odd years and several natural disasters later, he is trawling environmental patents for double meanings, just as he once trawled religious texts. As he sought to do with his childhood Bible text, he is trying to shed light on weighty issues only this time it is not about the foundations of faith, but about how much developing countries from China to Tanzania should have to pay in the fight against global warming. (BusinessWeek)
Climate change biggest health threat to children this century - Save the Children Nov 6, 2009
Over the next decade up to 175 million children per year will be hit as natural disasters increase ... 175 million children per year will be hit as natural disasters increase over the next decade ... According to the report, released at the Barcelona United Nations Climate Change talks, climate change will more than treble the number of people caught up in natural disasters in the next 20 years, with natural disasters more frequent and severe due to climate change. (AlertNet)
Reichert Picks New EMA Director Nov 5, 2009
It gives this description of his background: "For the past 20 years Mr. Smith has held a variety of responsibilities in the public safety sector. Originally trained as a firefighter Mr. Smith has gone on to become a coordinator for events such as terrorist attacks and natural disasters on a regional level in North Carolina. With over 90 certifications in Emergency Management, Mr. Smith has a depth of knowledge and experience that make him the ideal candidate for the next Director of the... (13WMAZ.com, GA)
