Saturday, June 23, 2007

Outpatient Sex Offender Treatment Contract Bid Solicitation

Outpatient Sex Offender Treatment Contract Bid Solicitation: "The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Division of Adult Parole Operations, is inviting responses to this Invitation For Bid (IFB) entitled 'Outpatient Sex Offender Treatment'. This program is a containment approach to scrutinize identified high risk sex offenders released on parole by means of increased supervision and treatment intervention. The program goals are to improve public safety, reduce new crimes, reduce parole violations, and generate an individualized case management for the high risk sex offender. Program questions, contact Rodney Gray at (916) 445-6200"

Friday, June 22, 2007

Touchdown! Space Shuttle Atlantis has safely landed at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

Touchdown! Atlantis has safely landed at Edwards Air Force Base in California. Touchdown! Atlantis has safely landed at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

Retirement Annuities: IRS Expands Project to Ensure Eligible Public School Employees Are Allowed to Participate in Retirement Annuities

WASHINGTON- The Internal Revenue Service is expanding an outreach effort to ensure that public schools throughout the United States are complying with the universal availability requirement for retirement annuities they may offer. Some schools and school districts may be overlooking offering employees the opportunity to participate in these retirement plans.
Retirement Annuities:IRS Expands Project to Ensure Eligible Public School Employees Are Allowed to Participate in Retirement Annuities

4% of Adults Have Never Had Sex, According to CDC Study

New Study Shows That 4% of Adults Have Never Had Sex. New Report From NHANES Looks at Sexual Behavior and Illegal Drug Use Among Adults.
4% of Adults Have Never Had Sex, According to CDC Study

Final Rule Amending Casino Currency Announced Today

The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network announced today a final rule that exempts casinos from the requirement to file currency transactions reports (CTRs) on jackpots from slot machines and video lottery terminals.
Final Rule Amending Casino Currency Reporting Requirements Announced

Thursday, June 21, 2007

WASHINGTON - More seniors than ever before are reaping the benefits of reserve mortgages to enjoy their golden years. New data from HUD reveals that m

Reverse Mortgages: More Than 300,000 Seniors Benefiting From HUD Reverse Mortgages WASHINGTON - More seniors than ever before are reaping the benefits of reserve mortgages to enjoy their golden years. New data from HUD reveals that more than 300,000 seniors have used the federally-insured Home Equity Conversion Mortgage (HECM) loan program to convert the equity in their home into cash without having to move.

Wednesday, June 20, 2007

CPE Credit for IRS Workshop: IRS Reminds Tax Professionals to Register Early for Tax Forum

CPE Credit for IRS Workshop: IRS Reminds Tax Professionals to Register Early for Tax Forum
The Nationwide Tax Forums are three-day events that provide tax professionals with the most up-to-date tax information through training seminars presented by IRS experts and partnering organizations. Forums offer an opportunity to receive up to 18 continuing professional education (CPE) credits through a variety of training seminars.

Browsing Safely: Understanding Active Content and Cookies

Browsing Safely: Understanding Active Content and Cookies Many people browse the Internet without much thought to what is happening behind the scenes. Active content and cookies are common elements that may pose hidden risks when viewed in a browser or email client.

New Phishing Scam: Fraudsters Target Military Families

New Phishing Scam: Fraudsters Target Military Families The Federal Trade Commission is warning consumers about a scam targeting families of military members. A caller, claiming to work for the Red Cross, notifies an individual that their family member has been injured while on duty. To get immediate aid to the injured service member, the caller says, paperwork must be completed, and personal information must be verified.

Tuesday, June 19, 2007

Bipolar Disorder study using Sudarshan Kriya Yoga, Recruiting Subjects for Study

Bipolar Disorder study using Sudarshan Kriya Yoga, Recruiting Subjects for Study: "The goal of this study is to determine the safety and effectiveness of Sudarshan Kriya Yoga (SKY) as an add-on treatment to medication, in comparison to medication as usual in improving symptoms of Bipolar Depression over 4 weeks, and in prevention of relapse/recurrence of mood episodes over 1 year."

Free Cyber Security Assembly Toolkit for Students

Free Cyber Security Assembly Toolkit for Students: "The National Cyber Security Alliance working in conjunction with i-Safe Inc. produced a Cyber Security Assembly In-a-Box Toolkit. This toolkit provides educators with a plug-in play solution for presenting cyber security awareness messages and tips to students in middle and high schools. The material is delivered in a way that is entertaining for students and easy to understand"

Sunday, June 17, 2007

Crystal Meth Use in Young Adults Higher than Previously Reported, NIDA Report Shows

Crystal Meth Use in Young Adults Higher than Previously Reported, NIDA Report Shows Crystal methamphetamine use among young adults in the United States is considerably higher than previous surveys indicate, according to new research funded by the National Institute on Drug Abuse (NIDA), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH).