Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Grant Program

Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 Grant Program The COPS Office is pleased to announce the availability of funding under the COPS Secure Our Schools (SOS) 2007 grant program. Up to $15 million is available in FY2007 to provide funding to law enforcement agencies to assist with the development of school safety resources and provide improved security at schools and on school grounds. Specifically, this program will fund up to 50% of the total cost to implement one or more of the following options:

New Scam: IRS Warns Taxpayers of New E-mail Scams

New Scam: IRS Warns Taxpayers of New E-mail Scams: "WASHINGTON — The Internal Revenue Service today alerted taxpayers to the latest versions of an e-mail scam intended to fool people into believing they are under investigation by the agency’s Criminal Investigation division"

Comparing Four Weight-Loss Plans

Comparing Four Weight-Loss Plans The Atkins group reported the most weight loss at 12 months, with an average loss of just over 10 pounds (4.7 kilograms). They also had more favorable overall metabolic effects. Average weight loss across all four groups ranged from 3.5 to 10.4 pounds.

Title Insurance: Insurance Commissioner Plans to Fix the Title Insurance Industry

California Insurance Commissioner Plans to Fix the Title Insurance Industry “The Title industry is broken and I intend to fix it,” said Commissioner Poizner. “Because there is no meaningful competition in the title industry, consumers are paying unnecessarily high rates. These regulations will ensure that prices are fair.”

Saab & Volvo models are top performers; 3 are marginal in side impact test

ARLINGTON, VA — The Saab 9-3 and Volvo C70 earn the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's TOP SAFETY PICK award for superior crash protection in the first tests the Institute has conducted of 10 midsize convertible models. The Saab and Volvo earn the top rating of good for protection in front, side, and rear crashes, and both models include standard electronic stability control (ESC), which research shows can help drivers avoid crashes. The lowest rated convertible model overall is the Pontiac G6.
Saab & Volvo models are top performers; 3 are marginal in side impact test

Securities Fraud Alert: The FBI reports

Securities Fraud Alert: The FBI reports - The term Securities Fraud covers a wide range of illegal activities, all of which involve the deception of investors or the manipulation of financial markets.

HUD Sues California Hazard Reporting Company and Four Real Estate Brokerages In Kickback Scheme

HUD Sues California Hazard Reporting Company and Four Real Estate Brokerages In Kickback Scheme - WASHINGTON - The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development today brought a federal lawsuit against Property I.D. Corporation, a large hazard reporting company in California, and four California real estate brokerages for creating sham companies designed to generate illegal kickbacks in violation of the Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). The federal suit claims Property I.D. of Los Angeles made improper payments to the real estate brokers based on the referral of consumers to the hazard reporting company.

Government Jobs: U.S. Labor Department's MSHA seeks new mine inspectors in West Virginia

Government Jobs: U.S. Labor Department's MSHA seeks new mine inspectors in West Virginia The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is continuing its efforts to hire new coal mine inspectors by conducting applicant screenings June 9 and 10 at the National Mine Health and Safety Academy, 1301 Airport Road, Beaver, W.Va. ., for positions in Logan, Madison, Mt. Carbon, Mt. Hope, Pineville, Princeton, and Summersville.

Grant Notice: Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness

Grant Notice: Hazardous Materials Emergency Preparedness The purpose of the program is to increase the number of hazardous materials training instructors, thereby increasing the number of training instructors available to conduct hazardous materials responder training programs for individuals with statutory responsibility to respond to hazardous materials accidents and incidents.

Worker's Comp Update: Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner Unveils Reform Package for Workers' Comp System

SACRAMENTO - Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner today unveiled a series of reforms to address systemic and structural deficiencies in California's workers' compensation system. Citing a vibrant and profitable workers' comp market, Commissioner Poizner also called for an additional 14.2 percent decrease in workers' compensation pure premium rates. This advisory recommendation is used by the workers compensation insurance industry as a benchmark for filing its rates.

Hepatitis C Vaccine Shows Promise in Chimpanzees

Hepatitis C Vaccine Shows Promise in Chimpanzees - Hepatitis C virus infects about 170 million people worldwide and is the leading cause of liver failure in the U.S. But because the virus causes few or no physical symptoms, many people aren't even aware that they are infected. Left untreated, hepatitis C virus often leads to long-term infections that can cause cancer or cirrhosis of the liver. Several research teams are attempting to create vaccines that either block the virus altogether or at least prevent long-term infections from taking hold.

Grant Reviewer Opportunities

Grant Reviewer Opportunities - On a continuous basis, the three centers of the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) are seeking professionals to evaluate applications for Federal grants.

Laparoscopic Gastric Banding Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy

Laparoscopic Gastric Banding Versus Sleeve Gastrectomy

Restless Legs Clinical Trial, Recruiting Patients for Study

Restless Legs Clinical Trial, Recruiting Patients for Study: "The primary objective of the current study will be the evaluation of long-term efficacy of a 26-weeks treatment with pramipexole in patients with idiopathic moderate to severe Restless Legs Syndrome in comparison to placebo. "

Smoke-free Home Rules! Nearly three out of four U.S. households do not allow smoking

Smoke-free Home Rules! Nearly three out of four U.S. households do not allow smoking Nearly three out of four U.S. households do not allow smoking anywhere and any time in the home, according to a study in this week’s issue of CDC’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report (MMWR). This study, which uses data from the Tobacco Use Supplement to the Current Population Survey (TUS-CPS), finds that the proportion of U.S. households with smoke-free home rules increased from 43 percent in 1992-1993 to 72 percent in 2003.

U.S. Labor Department's MSHA seeks new mine inspectors

U.S. Labor Department's MSHA seeks new mine inspectors: "The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) today announced the availability of additional coal mine inspector positions for duty stations in Oakland, Md.; St. Clairsville, Ohio; and Bridgeport and Morgantown, W.Va. Interested persons should register and apply online through MSHA's Web site prior to the June 18 deadline. MSHA is recruiting for underground and electrical positions only."

Hair Loss: Mice Regenerate Hair Follicles

Hair Loss: Mice Regenerate Hair Follicles Researchers have rebuffed conventional wisdom and shown that adult mice can regenerate hair follicles and hair after wounding. The finding suggests new directions for designing treatments for wounds, hair loss and other degenerative skin disorders.

Substance Abuse Treatment Findings Show Risks for Girls

Substance Abuse Treatment Findings Show Risks for Girls - Although girls ages 12-17 made up less than one-third of adolescent treatment admissions in 2005, they began treatment at a younger age than boys and were more likely to have a co-occurring psychiatric disorder, according to a new report by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration.

CDC Update: HIV/AIDS among Men Who Have Sex with Men

Update: HIV/AIDS among Men Who Have Sex with Men - In the United States, HIV infection and AIDS have had a tremendous effect on men who have sex with men (MSM). MSM accounted for 72% of all HIV infections among male adults and adolescents in 2005 (based on data from 33 states with long-term, confidential name-based HIV reporting), even though only about 5% to 7% of male adults and adolescents in the United States identify themselves as MSM.

2007 Hurricane Season Predicted to Be Severe

2007 Hurricane Season Predicted to Be Severe: "Experts at the NOAA Climate Prediction Center are projecting a 75 percent chance that the Atlantic Hurricane Season will be above normal this year—suggesting that more active and intense hurricane seasons will continue to be the trend"

Stated Income on Subprime Loans: Comptroller Dugan Expresses Concern

Stated Income on Subprime Loans: Comptroller Dugan Expresses Concern -Sound underwriting – and, for that matter, simple common sense – suggests that a mortgage lender would almost always want to verify the income of a riskier subprime borrower to make sure that he or she had the means to make the required monthly payments,” Mr. Dugan said in a speech to Neighborhood Housing Services of New York

FAA Greatly Expands Air Traffic Program to Minimize Summer Delays

FAA Greatly Expands Air Traffic Program to Minimize Summer Delays - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is expanding an air traffic program that reduces flight delays during the peak summer season. The Airspace Flow Program, as it is known, gives airlines the option of either accepting delays for flights scheduled to fly through storms or flying longer routes to safely maneuver around them.

Direct Deposit Safer Than Checks: U.S. Treasury Reports

Direct Deposit Safer Than Checks: U.S. Treasury Reports The Treasury said paper checks account for more than 90 percent of the reported problems with its federal benefit payments, such as stolen Social Security checks.

Santa Clarita Husband and Wife Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison for Insurance Fraud

Santa Clarita Husband and Wife Sentenced to 22 Years in Prison for Insurance Fraud Fighting insurance fraud is one of my highest priorities, and this case sends yet another signal that crime doesn't pay," said Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner

San Diego Caltrans Auction - June 9, 2007

San Diego Caltrans Auction - June 9, 2007 -State of California Caltrans Auction, trucks, trailers, portable toilets and more! Preview June 8th, 2007.

2007 National Money Laundering Strategy Released

2007 National Money Laundering Strategy Released - In every type of case, from human smuggling and drug trafficking to intellectual property rights violations and illegal alien employment schemes, the need to hide and move ill-gotten gains is a constant. ICE's anti-money laundering initiatives are at the forefront of attacking existing and emerging money laundering threats."

Buying a Home? Home Buying Basics

Buying a Home? Home Buying Basics - Have you finally decided you’d like to take the leap and become a homeowner? Although it may seem overwhelming at first, buying a home is a process you’ll negotiate successfully as long as you know the steps to take and are informed about the choices you face along the way.

Minority Population Tops 100 Million

Minority Population Tops 100 Million The nation's minority population reached 100.7 million, according to the national and state estimates by race, Hispanic origin, sex and age released today by the U.S. Census Bureau. A year ago, the minority population totaled 98.3 million.

Deceptive Mortgage Offers: Buyer Beware

Deceptive Mortgage Offers: Buyer Beware The FDIC is warning homeowners to beware of lenders attempting to lure in customers by claiming to be giving cash or grants under a program tied to the federal Community Reinvestment Act (CRA). Some of the solicitations also imply that the FDIC endorses or supports the offers.

Attention ARM Borrowers: Contact Your Lender Before Higher Payments Put Your Home at Risk

Attention ARM Borrowers: Contact Your Lender Before Higher Payments Put Your Home at Risk -Homeowners with adjustable-rate mortgages (ARMs) who are not able to make their monthly payment when the interest rate goes up should contact their lenders as soon as possible to discuss their options. That is among the main messages from the FDIC and other banking regulators for the millions of borrowers who have ARMs with very low payments in the early years of the loan that will sharply increase when interest rates reset.

Avian Influenza A (H5N1) New three-day training course released online today May 15, 2007

Avian Influenza A (H5N1) New three-day training course released online today May 15, 2007 Atlanta –A three-day training course which provides a standardized curriculum to state and local public-health responders about how to identify and control human infections and illness associated with avian influenza A (H5N1) is being released on-line today. The course, entitled "CDC/CSTE Rapid Response Training: The Role of Public Health in a Multi-Agency Response to Avian Influenza in the United States" is the result of a partnership between the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Council of State and Territorial Epidemiologists (CSTE).

Vegas Entrepreneur Bootcamp -Entrepreneur's Guide to Angling for Angels, May 30, 207

Vegas Entrepreneur Bootcamp -Entrepreneur's Guide to Angling for Angels, May 30, 207 -This workshop outlines how entrepreneurs can find the right investors, how to raise capital, valulation, and the consequences of taking an outside investment.

Vegas Entrepreneur Bootcamp -Entrepreneur's Guide to Angling for Angels, May 30, 207

Vegas Entrepreneur Bootcamp -Entrepreneur's Guide to Angling for Angels, May 30, 207: "This workshop outlines how entrepreneurs can find the right investors, how to raise capital, valulation, and the consequences of taking an outside investment. Additionally, attendees will learn about government resources to leverage their business...."

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month

May is National Physical Fitness and Sports Month Twenty minutes of vigorous physical activity three times a week, such as sports, aerobics, working out in the gym, and running, have added health benefits. Johnson says, “But it’s important to understand that you don’t need to sweat in a gym or run a marathon to reap the health benefits of daily physical activity. Even 30 minutes a day, broken up into shorter increments of ten or fifteen minutes, can greatly improve your health.

Microdermabrasion for Acne, Recruiting Subjects for Study

Microdermabrasion for Acne, Recruiting Subjects for Study: "The purpose of this research project is to study the effect of micordermabrasion to try to improve the appearance of facial acne. The microdermabrasion machine is a hand-held device that directs pressurized aluminum oxide crystals at its target accompanied by a suction device. It "

Last Chance to Mail at the 39-Cent Price

Starting May 14, the price to mail a two-ounce First-Class Mail letter (wedding invitations sometimes weigh two ounces) will drop from the current 63 cents to 58 cents. Under a new pricing strategy, as mailpieces become heavier, the prices do not increase as much.

Government Auction: Public Notice of Auction and Sale of Surplus Property

Government Auction: Public Notice of Auction and Sale of Surplus Property , May 12 Notice is hereby given that the City of Soledad will hold a public auction and sale of surplus property for the general public on Saturday, May 19, 2007 from 10 A.M. to 3 P.M. at 1060 State Street, Soledad, CA 93960. Bidding will be closed at 1:00 P.M.

Allstate: Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner Responds to Allstate's Announcement

Allstate: California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner Responds to Allstate's Announcement: "California Insurance Commissioner Steve Poizner responded to Allstate's announcement today that they will cease writing new homeowners' insurance policies in the state of California"

Renting a Car for Vacation? The I.I.I. Provides Rental Car Insurance Tips

Renting a Car for Vacation? The I.I.I. Provides Rental Car Insurance Tips: "With so many people planning to visit family and friends this summer, there are likely to be long lines at rental car companies across the country, properly insuring a rental car can be tricky. Unfortunately, many consumers don’t even think about car rental insurance until they get to the counter, which can result in costly mistakes, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)."

May is Hepatitis Awareness Month

May is Hepatitis Awareness Month: "May 2007 marks the 12th anniversary of Hepatitis Awareness Month. This issue of MMWR highlights public health measures to vaccinate and protect children from hepatitis B virus (HBV) infection in China and to monitor the characteristics of persons with chronic hepatitis B in San Francisco, California. "

First Spouse Coins: U.S. Mint Offers First Spouse Coins Pure Gold Coin Series Is First to Feature Women

First Spouse Coins: U.S. Mint Offers First Spouse Coins Pure Gold Coin Series Is First to Feature Women: "The United States Mint announced today that it will begin taking orders for the Martha Washington and Abigail Adams First Spouse Coins at 12:00 noon (ET) on June 19, 2007. The First Spouse Coins mark the first time the United States Mint has featured women on a consecutive series of coins. "

Grant Notice: NAWCA MEXICAN GRANTS

Grant Notice: NAWCA MEXICAN GRANTS: "The North American Wetlands Conservation Act (NAWCA) encourages and enables international partnerships that conserve wetlands and wetland dependent migratory birds and other fish and wildlife in Canada, the United States, and Mexico. "

450,000 Bay Car Seats Recalled

450,000 Bay Car Seats Recalled: "Evenflo has received 679 reports of the handle on the car seat/carriers unexpectedly releasing, resulting in 160 injuries to children. These reports include a skull fracture, two concussions, cuts, scrapes and bruises."

Home Mortgage Help for California Consumers

Home Mortgage Help for California Consumers - The following information is provided as a public service to assist residents of California who have questions or concerns about purchasing a home and the available mortgage products.

Kids' Fishing and Fun Day May 12 at San Luis Reservoir

Kids' Fishing and Fun Day May 12 at San Luis Reservoir. Los Banos: Fun will be the "catch of the day" on Saturday, May 12th at San Luis Reservoir. The 18th Annual Kids' Fishing and Fun Day, hosted by Department of Water Resources and California State Parks staff and volunteers, will be held at San Luis Creek's South Beach on the O'Neill Forebay. Come enjoy a morning of fishing on the 'lake'.

Nissan Hybrid Still Qualifies for Tax Credit

The Internal Revenue Service announced that purchasers of qualified Nissan North America Inc. vehicles may continue to claim the Alternative Motor Vehicle Credit. The announcement comes after the IRS concluded its quarterly review of the number of hybrid vehicles sold.
Nissan Hybrid Still Qualifies for Tax Credit

Prostate Cancer: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids in Treating Patients With Prostate Cancer

Prostate Cancer: Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids in Treating Patients With Prostate Cancer: "Polyunsaturated fatty acids are important for normal growth and development. One type, called omega-3 fatty acids (found in fish, fish oil, and some other foods), may keep prostate cancer from growing"

Prostate Cancer Treatment: Green Tea Extract in Treating Patients With Prostate Cancer Undergoing Surgery

Prostate Cancer Treatment: Green Tea Extract in Treating Patients With Prostate Cancer Undergoing Surgery: "Green tea extract contains ingredients that may prevent or slow the growth of prostate cancer. The purposeof this trial is to study how well green tea extract works in treating patients with prostate cancer undergoing surgery to remove the prostate. "

Influenza Pandemic:Facemasks and Respirators Could Provide Added Value When Used in Combination with Other Preventive Measures

Influenza Pandemic:Facemasks and Respirators Could Provide Added Value When Used in Combination with Other Preventive Measures - The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), part of the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), today released interim advice to the public about the use of facemasks and respirators in certain public (non-occupational) settings during an influenza pandemic.

Heroin Changes in How It Is Used, 1995-2005

Heroin Changes in How It Is Used, 1995-2005: "substance abuse treatment for primary heroin abuse increased from 228,000 in 1995 to 254,000 in 2005. However, the proportion of primary heroin admissions remained steady at about 14% to 15% of all substance abuse treatment admissions. "

Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering

Bank Secrecy Act/Anti-Money Laundering: "Effective April 18, 2007, national banks must terminate any correspondent account that is established, maintained, administered, or managed in the United States for, or on behalf of BDA. "

COMING SOON: E-Mail with Direct Link to Issued Trademark Office Actions and Appeal Briefs

COMING SOON: E-Mail with Direct Link to Issued Trademark Office Actions and Appeal Briefs: "On or about May 26, 2007 , the USPTO will notify applicants who have authorized e-mail communication with the USPTO of each issued Trademark Office action or Examining Attorney's Appeal Brief by an e-mail message containing a direct link to the Office action or Appeal Brief in Trademark Document Retrieval (TDR)."

Government Jobs: MSHA seeks Mine Inspectors in Western States

Government Jobs: MSHA seeks Mine Inspectors in Western States: "The U.S. Department of Labor's Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) is continuing its efforts to hire new metal and nonmetal mine inspectors by conducting on-site applicant screenings May 5 and 6 at the Grand Sierra Resort (formerly the Hilton Reno), 2500 E. 2nd Street, Reno, Nev. Registration for all candidates will begin at 7 a.m. PDT. MSHA personnel will begin testing candidates at 8 a.m. "

Police Stop White, Black and Hispanic Drivers At Similar Rates According To Department Of Justice Report

Police Stop White, Black and Hispanic Drivers At Similar Rates According To Department Of Justice Report: "An estimated 19 percent (43.5 million) of U.S. residents age 16 or older had a face-to-face contact with a police officer in 2005, according to a new report by the Justice Department’s Bureau of Justice Statistics (BJS). This was a decrease from the 21 percent who had contact with police in 2002. Contact between police and the public was more common among males, whites, and younger residents. Overall, about 9 out of 10 persons who had contact with police officers in 2005 said the police acted properly. "

Fannie Mae Settlement: SEC Announces Start of $357 Million Fair Fund Distribution Process in Fannie Mae Settlement

Fannie Mae Settlement: SEC Announces Start of $357 Million Fair Fund Distribution Process in Fannie Mae Settlement: "The Securities and Exchange Commission today announced the beginning of the distribution process for a $357 million Fair Fund created as part of a settlement last year with Federal National Mortgage Association (Fannie Mae) on charges of financial fraud "

Bulimia Nervosa: Psychoeducation for Bulimia Nervosa in Young Women

Bulimia Nervosa: Psychoeducation for Bulimia Nervosa in Young Women: "The purpose of this study is to evaluate the effectivity of guided self-help via Internet and bibliotherapy in the treatment of bulimia nervosa (BN) in young women"

Projected Summer Gasoline Prices Are Near Last Summer’s Level

Projected Summer Gasoline Prices Are Near Last Summer’s Level: "Retail regular grade motor gasoline prices are projected to average $2.81 per gallon this summer, 3 cents below the average of $2.84 per gallon last summer, according to forecasts released today by the Energy Information Administration (EIA) in the April Short-Term Energy Outlook."

IRS Seeks Nominations for Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council

IRS Seeks Nominations for Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council: "The Internal Revenue Service is requesting membership nominations for the Internal Revenue Service Advisory Council (IRSAC). Applications will be accepted from May 1, 2007, through June 15, 2007. "

Love Your Heart: New Handbook Helps Women Reduce Heart Disease Risk

Love Your Heart: New Handbook Helps Women Reduce Heart Disease Risk: "A must read for women who want to show their hearts some love, “The Healthy Heart Handbook for Women” is an invaluable and easy-to-use resource every woman should read from cover to cover. A full-color, 122-page booklet from The Heart Truth campaign, it is packed with the latest information on preventing and controlling the risk factors for heart disease — the No.1 killer of women."

Free CEUs: Premenstrual Continuum: Improving Diagnosis - April 29, 2007

Free CEUs: Premenstrual Continuum: Improving Diagnosis - April 29, 2007: "Improving Diagnosis and Treatment is a nationally accredited continuing medical education television program on the subject of PMS and PMDD"

Solar Storm Alert: NOAA Announces Next Solar Storm Cycle Will Likely Start Next March

Solar Storm Alert: NOAA Announces Next Solar Storm Cycle Will Likely Start Next March: "The next 11-year cycle of solar storms will most likely start next March and peak in late 2011 or mid-2012—up to a year later than expected—according to a forecast issued by the NOAA Space Environment Center. "

2007 Gold Uncirculated American Eagles Available April 27

2007 Gold Uncirculated American Eagles Available April 27: "WASHINGTON — The United States Mint announced today that 2007 Gold Uncirculated American Eagle Coins will go on sale beginning at noon (ET) on April 27."

Microwave Popcorn Butter: OSHA announces focus on health hazards of microwave popcorn butter flavorings containing diacetyl

Microwave Popcorn Butter: OSHA announces focus on health hazards of microwave popcorn butter flavorings containing diacetyl: "OSHA today announced that it is initiating a National Emphasis Program (NEP) to address the hazards and control measures associated with working in the microwave popcorn industry where butter flavorings containing diacetyl are used"

What's New: NIOSH New Ergonomic Guidelines for Manual Material Handling

What's New: NIOSH New Ergonomic Guidelines for Manual Material Handling: "Manual material handling (MMH) work contributes to a large percentage of the over half a million cases of musculoskeletal disorders reported annually in the United States."

Highest Car Theft Rate: Las Vegas, NV Now Ranks as Country's Number One Metro Area With Highest Theft

Highest Car Theft Rate: Las Vegas, NV Now Ranks as Country's Number One Metro Area With Highest Theft: "Modesto, CA Records Dramatic Vehicle Theft Reduction; Las Vegas, NV Now Ranks as Country’s Number One Metro Area With Highest Theft Rate "

13,000 Boomboxes Recalled Due to Fire Hazard

13,000 Boomboxes Recalled Due to Fire Hazard: "When left plugged into an electrical outlet and the off switch is not firmly in place, these boomboxes can overheat, posing a fire hazard."

FEMA Assistance: Tomorrow is the Last Day to Register for FEMA Assistance

FEMA Assistance: Tomorrow is the Last Day to Register for FEMA Assistance: "Tomorrow is the last day for Louisiana residents and business owners in Jefferson, Orleans and St. Martin parishes who were affected by the Feb. 12 and 13 severe storms and tornadoes to apply for disaster assistance,"

U.S. India Aviation Partnership Summit Opens

U.S. India Aviation Partnership Summit Opens: "The extraordinary growth of India’s economy has placed increased demands on the nation’s aviation infrastructure to accommodate rising passenger and cargo volumes. As a result, India is facing enormous infrastructure development challenges as it strives to further enhance air service quality, airport efficiency, flight security, and air-space management."

Flood-Damaged Cars From Noreaster May Show Up On a Used Car Lot Near You

Flood-Damaged Cars From Noreaster May Show Up On a Used Car Lot Near You: "The deluge from last week’s Nor’easter not only means extensive flooding to homes but to cars as well. Unfortunately, many of these vehicles could be purchased by dishonest auto dealers, cleaned up and then sold, with their flood damage history illegally hidden, according to the Insurance Information Institute (I.I.I.)."

Bankruptcy Filings Plunged Last Year

Bankruptcy Filings Plunged Last Year: "Bankruptcy filings in the federal courts dropped 70 percent in calendar year 2006, according to data released today by the Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts. However, bankruptcies filed for the last three months of calendar year 2006 were the highest of any quarter in the calendar year. The statistics cover the first full 12-month period in which the Bankruptcy Abuse Prevention and Consumer Protection Act of 2005 (BAPCPA) has been in effect."

Resources on School Violence: The FBI reports

Resources on School Violence: The FBI reports: "The FBI has compiled the following list of resources on school violence, which are available on or through public websites"

Profile of married mothers of infants

Profile of married mothers of infants: "Married mothers aged 25 and older with infants are well educated, on average. Nearly half (47 percent) had a college degree, compared with 35 percent of all married mothers of that age group."

Working with Mortgage Borrowers: Hybrid ARMs

Working with Mortgage Borrowers:Hybrid ARMs: "In anticipation of the large number of adjustable rate mortgages (ARMs) scheduled to reset in the next 12 to 18 months, particularly subprime hybrid ARMs, the federal banking agencies encourage institutions to work with borrowers who may be unable to meet contractual payment obligations on loans secured by their primary residence"

TurboTax Problems? IRS Gives Taxpayers, Tax Professionals with TurboTax Problems Until Midnight April 19 to e-file

TurboTax Problems? IRS Gives Taxpayers, Tax Professionals with TurboTax Problems Until Midnight April 19 to e-file: "Taxpayers who were unable to e-file their tax returns Tuesday using Intuit Inc. software products have until midnight on Thursday, April 19, to file their returns, the Internal Revenue Service announced Wednesday."

Ex-Offender Grant Announcements: Grant Applications -- Preparing Ex-Offenders

Ex-Offender Grant Announcements: Grant Applications -- Preparing Ex-Offenders: "Grant funds awarded under this competition will be used to implement a program of services for ex-offenders (ages 18 to 29) under a beneficiary-choice contracting model."

Cal/OSHA and DLSE participate in Teen Employment Scene

Cal/OSHA and DLSE participate in Teen Employment Scene: "a free CAl-OSHA event that provides a forum with workshops for youth to learn about employment, job search, child/ youth labor laws, young worker health and safety, and interviewing/ resume writing skills."

Postpartum Depression: New HRSA Booklet Promotes Greater Awareness of Perinatal Depression

Postpartum Depression: New HRSA Booklet Promotes Greater Awareness of Perinatal Depression: " 'Depression During and After Pregnancy: A Resource for Women, Their Families, and Friends, the 22-page booklet is designed to increase awareness among women and clinicians of perinatal depression"

Flags at Half-Staff to honor Virginia Tech Victims, fly flags at half-staff until Sunday.

Flags at Half-Staff to honor Virginia Tech Victims, fly flags at half-staff until Sunday.: "Our Nation grieves with those who have lost loved ones at Virginia Tech. We hold the victims in our hearts. We lift them up in our prayers, and we ask a loving God to comfort those who are suffering. "

Mortgage Borrowers: Federal Regulators Encourage Institutions to Work with Mortgage Borrowers

Mortgage Borrowers: Federal Regulators Encourage Institutions to Work with Mortgage Borrowers : "Borrowers who are unable to make their mortgage payments should contact their lender or servicer as soon as possible to discuss available options. Examples of constructive workout arrangements include modifying loan terms, and/or moving borrowers from variable-rate loans to fixed-rate loans. "

IRS Grants Six-Month Filing, Payment Extension Following Virginia Tech Shooting U.S. Government News

IRS Grants Six-Month Filing, Payment Extension Following Virginia Tech Shooting -U.S. Government News: "The Internal Revenue Service today granted a six-month tax filing and payment extension to those affected by the shootings Monday at Virginia Tech, in Blacksburg, Va. This relief applies to the victims, their families, emergency responders and university students and employees."

Virgina Tech School Shooting - The FBI Reports U.S. Government News

Virgina Tech School Shooting - The FBI Reports U.S. Government News: "The FBI's role in the aftermath of the April 16 shootings on the campus of Virginia Tech in Blacksburg, Virginia is to support the investigations of local law enforcement agencies."

Seven College Students In VA Arrested On Drug Distribution Charges - U.S. Government News

Seven College Students In VA Arrested On Drug Distribution Charges - U.S. Government News: "(RICHMOND, VA) - Seven students at Hampden-Sydney College in Prince Edward County, Virginia were arrested today on federal charges following a joint local, state, and federal narcotics distribution investigation. Additional students were also arrested on state charges. "

IRS Offers Last-Minute Reminders - U.S. Government News

IRS Offers Last-Minute Reminders - " IRS information on e-file, Free File, Telephone Excise Tax Refund, Earned Income Tax Refund, errors in filling out returns, electronic payments, extensions of time to file and pay and installment agreements."

Free CEU's for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Web Study Course

Free CEU's for Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Web Study Course : "a newly developed, Web-based, self-study course on the diagnostics and treatment of chronic fatigue syndrome."

Venture Capital Investment Opportunities: OCC Publishes Newsletter Highlighting Community Development

Venture Capital Investment Opportunities: OCC Publishes Newsletter Highlighting Community Development : "The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) today released the Spring 2007 edition of Community Developments Investments focusing on community development venture capital (CDVC). "

Tax Scam Alert: IRS Discovers New Tax Scam

Tax Scam Alert: IRS Discovers New Tax Scam -U.S. Government News: "The Internal Revenue Service learned late Friday of a new tax scam on the Internet that lures taxpayers into filing tax information on a site masquerading as a member of the Free File Alliance. The IRS reminded taxpayers the only place to access the Free File program is through the official IRS.gov Web site."

Full Version of Wii Internet Channel Powered by Opera Available for Free Download (GiveAwayLive.com)

Full Version of Wii Internet Channel Powered by Opera Available for Free Download (GiveAwayLive.com): "Today Opera Software and Nintendo released the much-anticipated full version of the Internet Channel, powered by the Opera browser"

Full Version of Wii Internet Channel Powered by Opera Available for Free Download (GiveAwayLive.com)

Full Version of Wii Internet Channel Powered by Opera Available for Free Download (GiveAwayLive.com): "Today Opera Software and Nintendo released the much-anticipated full version of the Internet Channel, powered by the Opera browser. The Internet Channel can now be downloaded directly from the Wii Shop Channel on any connected Wii™ console."

Flip a Coin! It's "Washington" on Both Sides of This Quarter!

Flip a Coin! It's "Washington" on Both Sides of This Quarter!: " The United States Mint launch the Washington commemorative quarter-dollar today. Washington was the 42nd state to be admitted into the Union, and the Washington quarter is the 42nd coin produced by the United States Mint in its popular 50 State Quarters® Program. "

Marketing Violent Entertainment to Children, FTC Reports Communitydispatch.com

Marketing Violent Entertainment to Children, FTC Reports : "The FTC gave a mixed review of the movie, music, and video-game industries’ self-regulatory programs and their marketing of violent entertainment products to children in its latest report to Congress. This fifth follow-up report, the most comprehensive study since 2000, found that all three industries generally comply with their own voluntary standards regarding the display of ratings and labels. "

Tax Help: IRS Offers Several Tax Payment Options

Tax Help: IRS Offers Several Tax Payment Options Communitydispatch.com: "The Internal Revenue Service today reminded taxpayers to file their tax returns by the April 17 deadline and to pay as much as they can of any taxes they owe to minimize any accrued penalties and interest."

Government Free Credit Report Information

Government Free Credit Report Information : "A credit report includes information on where you live, how you pay your bills, and whether you've been sued, arrested, or filed for bankruptcy. Nationwide consumer reporting companies sell the information in your report to creditors, insurers, employers, and other businesses that use it to evaluate your applications for credit, insurance, employment, or renting a home."

Communitydispatch.com Piracy: Top 10 Ways to Protect Yourself From Counterfeiting and Piracy

Piracy: Top 10 Ways to Protect Yourself From Counterfeiting and Piracy: "Counterfeiting and piracy cost the U.S. economy between $200 billion and $250 billion per year, are responsible for the loss of 750,000 American jobs, and pose a threat to health and safety. From DVDs and CDs, shampoo, and batteries to car parts, prescription drugs and electrical equipment, every product in every industry is vulnerable. "

Oceanic Routes: FAA Implements Technology for Final Oceanic Routes

Oceanic Routes: FAA Implements Technology for Final Oceanic Routes: "Aircraft flying over the North Pacific Ocean can now fly more direct routes, save fuel and achieve better on-time performance for passengers, thanks to the FAA’s final implementation of Advanced Technologies and Oceanic Procedures (ATOP) at the Anchorage Air Route Traffic Control Center. "

Communitydispatch.com California Female Youth Offenders Grant Solicitation

California Female Youth Offenders Grant: "We are pleased to announce the release of a Request for Proposal (RFP), for the California Department of Corrections and Rehabiliation Division of Juvenile Justice (DJJ), to develop and implement secure residential placement and treatment services for girls and young women committed to DJJ"

Communitydispatch.com Artificial Inseminations Performed on Female Giant Pandas

Artificial Inseminations Performed on Female Giant Pandas: "Scientists and veterinarians at Smithsonian’s National Zoo performed two artificial inseminations on female giant panda, Mei Xiang (may-SHONG). The first procedure took place yesterday early evening and lasted for one hour and the second this morning at 6:16 a.m. for 35 minutes. "

Communitydispatch.com IRS Offers Last-Minute Tips for Taxpayers

IRS Offers Last-Minute Tips for Taxpayers: "WASHINGTON — With the April 17 tax filing deadline close at hand, the IRS offers some tips for those still working on their paper tax forms.

April 17 Tax Deadline Rapidly Approaching

April 17 Tax Deadline Rapidly Approaching: "The Internal Revenue Service today issued a reminder that 2006 federal tax returns must be filed, and any taxes owed must be paid, by no later than April 17, 2007"

Applying for a Mortgage Can Trigger a Landslide of Competing Offers

Applying for a Mortgage Can Trigger a Landslide of Competing Offers When a consumer applies for a mortgage, the inquiry that shows up on their credit report may trigger competing offers from other mortgage companies.

Apple Releases Security Updates for QuickTime

Apple has released Apple QuickTime 7.1.5 to correct several vulnerabilities . These vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to gain access to your computer.