ICE FINANCIAL INVESTIGATIVE EFFORTS EXPAND TO COMBAT GROWING MONEY LAUNDERING THREATS

ICE FINANCIAL INVESTIGATIVE EFFORTS EXPAND TO COMBAT GROWING MONEY LAUNDERING THREATS: "WASHINGTON, D.C. - At a ceremony today to unveil the national Money Laundering Threat Assessment, Julie Myers, Department of Homeland Security Assistant Secretary for U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), highlighted ICE's innovative efforts and ongoing commitment to combat those money laundering threats identified in the report. "

Apple QuickTime Vulnerabilities

Apple QuickTime Vulnerabilities: "Apple has released Apple QuickTime 7.0.4 to correct several vulnerabilities. These vulnerabilities could allow an attacker to gain access to your computer. "

Mississippians Should Avoid Scam Artists When Contracting Services For Rebuilding And Recovery Projects

Mississippians Should Avoid Scam Artists When Contracting Services For Rebuilding And Recovery Projects: "It�s been almost five months since Hurricane Katrina destroyed Gulf Coast communities, and many residents in Mississippi are hiring contractors to complete repairs and cleaning projects in their homes and businesses as they recover from the disaster. The Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) and the Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) caution victims of the storm not to become victims a second time by falling prey to scam artists and disreputable contractors."

U.S. Department of Labor Announces $190,000 Grant To Help Train Iowa Workers

U.S. Department of Labor Announces $190,000 Grant To Help Train Iowa Workers: "WASHINGTON � The U.S. Department of Labor today announced a National Emergency Grant of $190,000 to help train workers in Iowa dislocated as a result of the closure of Citicorp Credit Services Inc. in West Des Moines"

Women�s Sports Foundation & Gatorade Grant Announcement -- GoGirlGo! Ambassador Team Awards

Women's Sports Foundation & Gatorade Grant Announcement -- GoGirlGo! Ambassador Team Awards: "In conjunction with the GoGirlGo! National Campaign that is aiming to get one million inactive girls to participate in physical activity and keep another one million currently active girls from dropping out of physical activity, Gatorade and the Women's Sports Foundation are supporting a second year of the GoGirlGo! "

New Funding Opportunity: Hurricane Katrina Relief Award Application

New Funding Opportunity: Hurricane Katrina Relief Award Application: "The NN/LM SE/A regional office is offering the Katrina Relief Award to Network member libraries and health care clinics and hospitals in Mississippi that were adversely affected by Hurricane Katrina. The Award can be used to replace equipment, connections or resources that were lost due to the storm."

Clinical Trials: Robots for Stroke Survivors

Clinical Trials: Robots for Stroke Survivors: "We are looking for individuals who have suffered a stroke to participate in an experiment examining the use of robotics in rehabilitation. We are trying to develop a robotic environment for hands after stroke. "

Senior Delegation to Visit Ethiopia-Eritrea Border

Senior Delegation to Visit Ethiopia-Eritrea Border: "Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs Jendayi E. Frazer will visit the Ethiopia-Eritrea border in mid-January. Five years after the signing of the Algiers agreements, which ended the 1998-2000 border war, it is clear that the boundary must be demarcated to finally resolve this crisis"

KEEPING GOOD TAX RECORDS

KEEPING GOOD TAX RECORDS: "You can avoid headaches at tax time by keeping track of your receipts and other records throughout the year. Good record-keeping will help you remember the various transactions you made during the year, which in turn may make filing your return a less taxing experience."

Federal Bank and Thrift Agencies Propose Guidance On Commercial Real Estate Lending

Federal Bank and Thrift Agencies Propose Guidance On Commercial Real Estate Lending: "The federal bank and thrift regulatory agencies on Tuesday issued for comment proposed guidance on sound risk management practices for concentrations in commercial real estate lending.
The agencies have observed that some institutions have high and increasing concentrations of commercial real estate loans where repayment primarily is dependent on rental income or from the proceeds of the sale, refinancing, or permanent financing of the property."

Selecting a CPA on the Internet

Selecting a CPA on the Internet: "It is now possible to purchase public accounting services on the Internet. While this appears to be a convenient way to access a broad range of services, it is important to 'do your homework' before selecting a practitioner. Keep in mind that because Internet practice involves no face-to-face client contact, it may be easier for unqualified persons to masquerade as licensees."

Microsoft Windows, Outlook, and Exchange Vulnerabilities

Microsoft Windows, Outlook, and Exchange Vulnerabilities: "Microsoft has released updates that address critical vulnerabilities in Windows, Outlook, and Exchange. "

Genetic Linkage Studies of Stuttering

Genetic Linkage Studies of Stuttering: "Stuttering is an abnormality in speech that affects the rhythm of speech. People who stutter know what they wish to say, but at the time are unable to say it because of involuntary repetition, unnecessary lengthening (prolongation), or early stopping (cessation). Stuttering is characterized by repetitions or prolongation of the first syllable, or silent prolongations, sometimes known as blocks. "

Treatment for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence

Treatment for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: "Urinary incontinence (UI) is the complaint of any involuntary leakage of urine. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the complaint of involuntary leakage on effort or exertion, or on sneezing or coughing. The prevalence of female UI is greater than that of male, and the commonest type is SUI."

FEMA/HUD Program Deadline Extended

FEMA/HUD Program Deadline Extended: "MONTGOMERY, Ala. -- Displaced victims of Hurricane Katrina who still need permanent, long-term housing now have more time to sign up for a U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)/U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) housing program. "

Top 10 Organizations Receiving Most U.S. Patents

Top 10 Organizations Receiving Most U.S. Patents: "The Department of Commerce�s United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) announced today the 2005 top 10 global private sector patent recipients. Listed below are the 10 corporations receiving the most U.S. patents for inventions in 2005, along with their 2004 ranking."

Advice for Choosing a Tax Return Preparer

Advice for Choosing a Tax Return Preparer: "Taxpayers who pay someone to do their taxes should choose a preparer wisely. Taxpayers are ultimately responsible for everything on their return even when it's prepared by someone else. While most tax return preparers are professional and honest, taxpayers can use the following tips to choose a preparer who will offer the best service for their tax preparation needs."

FDA Approves First Immune Globulin for Subcutaneous Use

FDA Approves First Immune Globulin for Subcutaneous Use: "FDA today announced the approval of the first immune globulin product for subcutaneous injection for the prevention of serious infections in patients with Primary Immune Deficiency Diseases (PIDD)"

DNDO to Conduct Nuclear Detector Systems Testing in Nevada from Jan. 9 through Feb. 3, 2006

DNDO to Conduct Nuclear Detector Systems Testing in Nevada from Jan. 9 through Feb. 3, 2006: "The Domestic Nuclear Detection Office (DNDO) announced that it will be testing current and prototype next-generation handheld and mobile nuclear detectors at the Nevada Test Site (NTS) from Jan. 9 through Feb. 3, 2006. "

Supreme Court Lets Stand Appeals Court Ruling That AmeriCorps Members May Teach Secular Subjects in Religious Schools

Supreme Court Lets Stand Appeals Court Ruling That AmeriCorps Members May Teach Secular Subjects in Religious Schools: "With this action, there is clear judicial support for continuing to allow AmeriCorps members to teach secular subjects in religious schools. It also ensures that AmeriCorps members don"t lose their right to religious expression on their own time because they answer the call to serve their country."