Gov. Schwarzenegger Highlights Work On Behalf of Minority-Owned and Small Businesses and Enterprise Zones

Gov. Schwarzenegger Highlights Work On Behalf of Minority-Owned and Small Businesses and Enterprise Zones

Male contraception: NESGel-1, To Evaluate Nestorone Gel in Combination With Testosterone Gel

Male contraception: NESGel-1, To Evaluate Nestorone Gel in Combination With Testosterone Gel: "The purpose of this study is to determine the usefulness of two transdermal gels to be used in the future development for a male contraceptive."

Kit for New Parents Order Fullfillment Contract Opportunity

Kit for New Parents Order Fullfillment Contract Opportunity: "This RFP is for the production and/or procurement of all components in the Kit. It includes the order, assembly and shipping of Kits to individuals and to our partners for a period of three (3) years. Since its inception, the Kit has been available in English and Spanish versions. Additional versions are being developed in Mandarin, Cantonese, Vietnamese and Korean. All of these versions will be produced and disseminated in this agreement. The contractor will be provided with masters of the Kit components in each language, and the contractor will be responsible for producing and/or procuring Kit components in all designated languages."

Photography | Video Services Contract Opportunity - Bid Deadline September 6, 2006

Photography Video Services Contract Opportunity - Bid Deadline September 6, 2006: "CalPERS requires the services of video, multimedia, and production support firms to assist in the production or distribution of video and multimedia communication presentations"

Impact Of Viagra On Sexual Satisfaction Of Men With Mild Erectile Dysfunction Who Are Sexually Dissatisfied

Impact Of Viagra On Sexual Satisfaction Of Men With Mild Erectile Dysfunction Who Are Sexually Dissatisfied: "Men's quality of life (QoL) is potentially affected by mild erectile dysfunction (ED) to the same extent as it is by moderate and severe ED. This study will provide controlled clinical data measuring efficacy, QoL parameters and satisfaction changes in men with mild ED treated with Viagra versus those treated with a placebo. With an open-label extension, this study will also provide all study subjects the opportunity to receive the active drug treatment for 6 weeks."

State Farm Ins. to Implement Good Driver Reforms

State Farm Ins. to Implement Good Driver Reforms: "Insurance Commissioner John Garamendi today announced that State Farm Insurance, California’s largest auto insurer, has ended its battle against his Good Driver Reforms, and is seeking an 8% average reduction for its policyholders while simultaneously implementing the new regulations.
State Farm’s action means that most of its nearly 3 million policyholders will see an annual reduction in premium rates totaling $204 million. That amount, combined with earlier reductions by the Auto Club of Southern California and USAA Insurance, brings the dollar savings for consumers to nearly $370 million since the reforms were introduced last year. "

Leonard Announces Free Tax Seminar For Nonprofit And Exempt Organizations In Roseville Area

Leonard Announces Free Tax Seminar For Nonprofit And Exempt Organizations In Roseville Area: "Bill Leonard, Member of the California State Board of Equalization (BOE), and Assemblymember Tim Leslie are sponsoring a free one-day tax seminar to assist nonprofit and exempt organizations in Roseville and surrounding South Placer County. Leonard encourages those involved with nonprofit and exempt organizations to attend and learn how tax laws and reporting requirements affect their operations. Topics will include property taxes, employment taxes, sales taxes, and other relevant tax laws for nonprofit organizations. "

Tax Inspectors to Search for Unlicensed Retailers

Tax Inspectors to Search for Unlicensed Retailers: "Bay Area businesses will soon receive letters from the State Board of Equalization (BOE) informing them of upcoming site inspections through a pilot program beginning this month. A new team of inspectors will focus on San Francisco and San Mateo Counties to make sure stores are properly registered with a seller’s permit to collect and forward taxes to the State. "

Payday Loan Company Pays More Than $500,000 in Back Wages to 900 Workers

Payday Loan Company Pays More Than $500,000 in Back Wages to 900 Workers: "The U.S. Department of Labor announced today that Q.C. Financial Inc., a payday loan establishment that operates under the name of Quick Cash, has paid $519,088 in back wages to 900 employees to correct violations of the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The corporation is headquartered in Overland Park, Kan., and has numerous locations throughout the U.S. "

U.S. military Task Force to support flood victims in Ethiopia CJTF-HOA Public Affairs

U.S. military Task Force to support flood victims in Ethiopia CJTF-HOA Public Affairs: "CAMP LEMONIER, Djibouti – A convoy of American Naval Engineers (also known as “Seabees”) traveled from Camp Lemonier, Djibouti to Dire Dawa, Ethiopia today to provide humanitarian relief assistance to the population affected by the recent flooding that has killed hundreds and left thousands without homes. "

New Law Expands IRA Options for Military; Many Can Still Contribute for 2004 and 2005

New Law Expands IRA Options for Military; Many Can Still Contribute for 2004 and 2005: "Members of the military serving in Iraq, Afghanistan and other combat zone localities can now put money into an individual retirement account, even if they received tax-free combat pay, according to the Internal Revenue Service. Under the Heroes Earned Retirement Opportunities (HERO) Act, signed into law on Memorial Day, taxpayers can now count tax-free combat pay when determining whether they qualify to contribute to either a Roth or traditional IRA. Before this change, members of the military whose earnings came entirely from tax-free combat pay were generally barred from using IRAs to save for retirement."

FEMA Grants $250,000 To Remove Building From Floodplain

FEMA Grants $250,000 To Remove Building From Floodplain: "PHILADELPHIA, Pa. -- The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) announced today the approval of a grant totaling more than $250,000 for the acquisition and demolition of the Moore Building, a commercial structure located in the Beaver Pond Creek floodplain in the Town of Bluefield, Virginia."

Labor Day Weekend Camping in California Parks

Labor Day Weekend Camping in California Parks: "The following is a list of parks with camping availability during all or part of the Labor Day holiday weekend. Availability is subject to change. These sites usually fill-up by early Friday before a holiday weekend. If you are planning on camping at a first-come, first-served site, please allow for back-up plans if no sites are available."

IRS Begins Outreach to Entertainment Industry on Gift Bags Following Academy Agreement

IRS Begins Outreach to Entertainment Industry on Gift Bags Following Academy Agreement: "WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service announced today the beginning of an outreach campaign to the entertainment industry regarding the taxability of gift bags and promotional items. The effort follows an agreement announced today between the tax agency and the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences."

Chemotherapy Complications Greater Than Previously Estimated

Chemotherapy Complications Greater Than Previously Estimated: "Sixteen percent of women who underwent chemotherapy for breast cancer experienced serious adverse effects requiring emergency care or hospitalization, according to a new study supported by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality (AHRQ)."

Update: AVIAN INFLUENZA Low Pathogenic H5N1 vs. Highly Pathogenic

Update: AVIAN INFLUENZA Low Pathogenic H5N1 vs. Highly Pathogenic: "There are two types of avian influenza (AI) that are identified as H5N1. A difference exists in the virus classification; one is low pathogenic (LPAI) and the other is highly pathogenic (HPAI). Pathogenicity refers to the ability of the virus to produce disease"

CAlifornia Announces Record-Shattering $274.4 Million in Court-Ordered Recoveries in Medi-Cal Fraud Cases

CAlifornia Announces Record-Shattering $274.4 Million in Court-Ordered Recoveries in Medi-Cal Fraud Cases: "Attorney General Bill Lockyer today announced the state Department of Justice’s Bureau of Medi-Cal Fraud and Elder Abuse (BMFEA) in fiscal 2005-06 won a record-shattering $274.4 million in court-ordered recoveries of funds ripped off from the Medi-Cal program, continuing the BMFEA’s unmatched enforcement record during Lockyer’s tenure."

SRI LANKA Travel Warning for American Citizens

SRI LANKA Travel Warning for American Citizens: "This Travel Warning provides security information and alerts American citizens traveling to or living in the northern and eastern areas of Sri Lanka of the heightened potential for terrorist actions, including attacks against civilians. This situation is likely to continue for some time. Over the last several months, acts of terrorism including bombings and political assassinations have occurred in Sri Lanka."

Halting Human Trafficking: 31 Arrests in Major Prostitution Ring

Halting Human Trafficking: 31 Arrests in Major Prostitution Ring: "A 15-month investigation of a assive prostitution network based in New York and stretching from Rhode Island to Virginia culminated in the arrests Tuesday of 31 defendants in seven states and the District of Columbia, the FBI announced with officials from the Bureau of Immigration and Customs Enforcement and the New York City Police Department."

Two Southern Californians Allegedly Help Businesses Evade Tax

Two Southern Californians Allegedly Help Businesses Evade Tax: "The Justice Department announced today that it has sued two Southern Californians—David Clancy Jr. of Hacienda Heights and Jovita Arcaro of Rancho Cucamonga—seeking to block them from promoting two alleged tax scams. According to the government’s civil injunction complaint, filed in U.S. District Court in Los Angeles, the two promote a scheme that helps businesses evade federal employment tax by disguising a portion of employees’ wages as other payments.

Scam Alert : Fraudulent E-Mail Claims to Be From the FDIC

Scam Alert : Fraudulent E-Mail Claims to Be From the FDIC: "The FDIC is aware of a phishing e-mail that has the appearance of being sent from the FDIC. The name 'Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation' appears on the 'From' line and the subject is, 'IMPORTANT: Notification of Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation.'"

NTIA Awards Contract for Management of Key Internet Functions of Domain Names to ICANN

NTIA Awards Contract for Management of Key Internet Functions of Domain Names to ICANN: "The Commerce Department’s National Telecommunications and Information Administration today announced the award of a sole source contract to ICANN to perform technical functions supporting the Internet Domain Name system. "

Update:Public Exploit Code Being Used to Actively Exploit a Vulnerability in Microsoft Server Service

Update:Public Exploit Code Being Used to Actively Exploit a Vulnerability in Microsoft Server Service: "In addition to the previously reported active exploitation of a vulnerability in Microsoft Server Service, US-CERT has received reports of automated attacks and bot activity involving systems that have not been patched against this vulnerability. Successful exploitation could allow an attacker to execute arbitrary code with SYSTEM privileges"

The Role of Vitamins E and C in Maintaining Lung Health in People With Asthma

The Role of Vitamins E and C in Maintaining Lung Health in People With Asthma: "This study will determine if airway antioxidant levels in allergic asthmatics are enhanced with a combination of vitamin E and vitamin C therapy."

Memory Aid for Informed Consent in Alzheimer's Research

Memory Aid for Informed Consent in Alzheimer's Research: "The purpose of this trial is to test whether a memory and organizational aid in the form of a document that summarizes and simplifies a study's key points can improve the decision-making abilities and competency of mild to early moderate Alzheimer's disease (AD) patients. "

Grants Manager Posititon for Museum of Latin American Art

Grants Manager Posititon for Museum of Latin American Art: "MoLAA’s Grants Manager is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive plan to maximize income from government and private foundations through competitive grants. This position offers a generous benefit package, including paid holidays, health, dental insurance, and 401k plan. Salary DOE"

New contract negotiated with California Law Enforcement Employees

New contract negotiated with California Law Enforcement Employees: "State negotiators have reached an agreement with CAUSE – Statewide Law Enforcement Assn. (bargaining unit 7) to revise and extend their current contract until June 30, 2008. In addition to pension and health benefit changes sought by the Administration, the new contract will aid recruitment of State park rangers, fish and game wardens, special agents, and public safety dispatchers, where salary lags have led to vacancy rates of 18 to 30 percent. "

A Science or Engineering Bachelor's Degree Is Good for You

A Science or Engineering Bachelor's Degree Is Good for You: "Earning a bachelor's degree in science or engineering (S&E) appears to serve the recipient well in the workforce, regardless of the job they do. In fact, according to a National Science Foundation (NSF) survey, people who have earned an S&E bachelor's degree generally report that science and engineering knowledge is important to their job"

FEMA to Host Emergency Management Meeting with New England Adjutant Generals

FEMA to Host Emergency Management Meeting with New England Adjutant Generals: "In the first meeting of its kind, Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will host a meeting of all six New England Adjutant Generals to discuss the regions emergency preparedness and plans for all-hazards response. In addition to the Adjutant Generals, The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), 5th Army, and NOAA will be represented and discuss their roles and activities regarding emergency management."

New Findings Offer More Complete View of Breast Cancer Gene Mutations in U.S. Population

New Findings Offer More Complete View of Breast Cancer Gene Mutations in U.S. Population: "A large study funded by the National Institutes of Health today provided the clearest picture yet of the prevalence in the U.S. population of mutations in two genes associated with an increased risk of breast cancer. The genes are called Breast Cancer 1 (BRCA1) and Breast Cancer 2 (BRCA2). In addition, the study identified key predictors for assessing which women are most likely to carry these genetic mutations. "

New SAMHSA Publication: Substance Abuse Treatment Guide for Cocaine or methamphetamine Abuse

New SAMHSA Publication: Substance Abuse Treatment Guide for Cocaine or Methamphetamine Abuse: "A structured approach for treating adults who abuse or are dependent on methamphetamine or cocaine is outlined in the new publications package Matrix Intensive Outpatient Treatment for People with Stimulant Use Disorders (IOP) released today by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)."

Recall Alert: 2.7 million Dell Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled

Recall Alert: 2.7 Million Dell Notebook Computer Batteries Recalled: "Dell has received six reports of batteries overheating, resulting in property damage to furniture and personal effects. No injuries have been reported. The recalled batteries were sold with or sold separately to be used with the following Dell notebook computers: Latitude™ D410, D500, D505, D510, D520, D600, D610, D620, D800, D810; Inspiron™ 6000, 8500, 8600, 9100, 9200, 9300, 500m, 510m, 600m, 6400, E1505, 700m, 710m, 9400, E1705; Dell Precision™ M20, M60, M70 and M90 mobile workstations; and
XPS,™ XPS Gen2, XPS M170 and XPS M1710. "

Attorney General Announces New Web Site for Veterans and Members of the Armed Services

Attorney General Announces New Web Site for Veterans and Members of the Armed Services: "Attorney General Alberto R. Gonzales today announced the launch of a new Web site designed to safeguard the civilian employment rights, voting rights and financial security of members of the Armed Services and veterans. The Web site, http://www.servicemembers.gov is a partnership between the Justice Department and other federal agencies that oversee these protections."

New E-Scam: Scam Preying On Americans’ Emotions For U.S. Deployed Soldiers

New E-Scam: Scam Preying On Americans’ Emotions For U.S. Deployed Soldiers: "The FBI has received reports concerning multiple e-mail hoaxes claiming to be from a soldier deployed to Iraq. The individual claims to possess millions of dollars and requests assistance in moving the funds. The funds allegedly came from a soldier who was an orphan and recently died while on a mission in Iraq. The individual claims he needs assistance donating the funds to an American orphanage."

Agency Awards $3.7 Million Contract to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned

Agency Awards $3.7 Million Contract to Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned: "Under the terms of the award to SMS, all laptop computers across the entire VA system will be the first to receive critical data security encryption programs followed by desktop PCs. Portable media, like flash drives and CDs, are also included in the security encryption program."

Halloween “Mansion After Dark” Event at Governor’s Mansion State Historic Park

Halloween “Mansion After Dark” Event at Governor’s Mansion State Historic Park: "See the Governor’s Mansion State Historic Park in a whole new light...Lights Out! This unique Halloween “Mansion After Dark” event will highlight the families who lived at the mansion. For a “Lights Out” adventure, be prepared for bats, great pumpkins, coffins and Halloween ghost tales in the dark."

CalOHI Hosting WEDI Audiocast: Security & Privacy Issues Impacting the Electronic Health Record (EHR)

CalOHI Hosting WEDI Audiocast: Security & Privacy Issues Impacting the Electronic Health Record (EHR): "There are many barriers to implementing an EHR, including regulations from the paper medical record era; the anti-kick back statute; the Stark anti-referral rule; malpractice concerns; HIPAA's privacy and security regulations; and in some contexts, the anti-trust law. This audiocast will outline the pluses and minuses that other federal laws and regulations bring to the EHR environment."

Pharmacy Providers: Emergency MMA Drug Supply Update -View changes to the Emergency Drug Benefit for dual eligibles effective September 2006

Pharmacy Providers: Emergency MMA Drug Supply Update -View changes to the Emergency Drug Benefit for dual eligibles effective September 2006: "Effective September 15, 2006, the California Department of Health Services (CDHS) will no longer pay for claims to the Emergency Drug Benefit (EDB) with dates of service prior to May 17, 2006."

California State of Emergency Employers affected by Wildfires Notice

California State of Emergency Employers affected by Wildfires Notice: "Employers in San Bernardino County who were directly affected by the wildfires may request up to a 60-day extension of time from EDD to file their State payroll reports and deposit State payroll taxes without penalty or interest. This extension, applicable only to the second and third quarters of 2006, may be granted under Section 1111.5 of the California Unemployment Insurance Code (CUIC). Written requests for extension must be received with a postmark date of September 11, 2006, or earlier. "

5th Annual Security Awareness Fair Presentations Now Available

5th Annual Security Awareness Fair Presentations Now Available - Presentations include Database Attacks, How to Protect the Corporate Assets, Theft Identity & Access Management, Spyware Update and Wireless Vulnerabilities and Exploits.

Report Warns Of More Frequent Coastal Flooding And Rising Sea Levels

Report Warns of More Frequent Coastal Flooding and Rising Sea Levels: "The California Climate Action Team has released a summary report of 17 scientific studies examining the potential impacts of climate change on California. Officials discussed the report, the science and what the state is doing to take action on reducing heat-trapping gases that threaten to cause more frequent coastal floods, rising sea levels, beach erosion and disruptions to wetlands. The presentation was held at Scripps Institution of Oceanography at UC San Diego. "

Notice of Pending Liquidation to Holders of Common Stock

Notice of Pending Liquidation to Holders of Common Stock: "The Benj. Franklin Federal Savings and Loan Association (Benj. Franklin) of Portland, Oregon was closed by the Resolution Trust Corporation on September 7, 1990. The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation has been serving as successor receiver (the “FDIC”) for Benj. Franklin since January 1, 1996. Pursuant to applicable federal law, 12 U.S.C. Section 1821 (d) (11) (v), the FDIC shall pay surplus funds in the receivership to shareholders of Benj. Franklin after payment of all creditors and the administrative expenses of the receivership"

Dept. of Homeland Security Adjusts Threat Level from Red to Orange For In-Bound Flights from the UK

Dept. of Homeland Security Adjusts Threat Level from Red to Orange For In-Bound Flights from the UK: "Effective immediately, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced an adjustment in the aviation threat level from RED to ORANGE for flights from the United Kingdom to the United States. There will not be any operational changes for domestic flights in the United States. Thus, the U.S. threat level remains at ORANGE, or ‘High,’ for all domestic and international flights. The ban on liquids and gels in carry on baggage remains in full effect. "

Toyota Tundra Recall

Toyota Tundra 2006 Recall: "Certain CK Motorsports Combination Headlights, Clear Corner, Bumper, And Side Marker Lights Sold As Replacement Lamps For Use On The Passenger Vehicles. Some Combination Lamps That Are Not Equipped With Amber Side Reflectors Fail To Conform To Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment."

Free Online CEU, CNE and CME: HIV Risk Reduction Strategies for Health Care

Free Online CEU, CNE and CME: HIV Risk Reduction Strategies for Health Care: "Viewers can expect to be able to discuss evidence-based behavioral interventions and ongoing research for HIV prevention with persons living with HIV (PLWH), describe examples of interventions, and identify opportunities and methods for providers to link PLWH to local HIV prevention "

Free CEU, CNE: Incorporating HIV Prevention into the Medical Care of Persons Living with HIV (CD-ROM

Free CEU, CNE: Incorporating HIV Prevention into the Medical Care of Persons Living with HIV (CD-ROM: "This program discusses the rationale for providing HIV prevention in medical care settings and describes the key components of Recommendations for Incorporating HIV Prevention into the Medical Care of persons living with HIV. "