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Clinton: US, Europe must do more against tyrants (AP)
MUNICH – The Obama administration on Saturday called for stepped up U.S.-European cooperation to isolate tyrannies like the Assad regime in Syria, promote democracy in the Arab World and beyond and repair damage from the global financial crisis. And, as America shifts its primary strategic focus to Asia and reduces its military presence in Europe, President Barack Obama’s top two national security aides — attending an international security conference here together in a demonstration of Washington’s resolve — reassured the continent that it remains deeply relevant to U.S Continue reading
U.S. Census Bureau Black History Month Feature for February 4
WASHINGTON , Feb. 4, 2012 /NEWS.GNOM.ES/ — Following is the daily Black History Month feature from the U.S. Census Bureau: (Logo: http://photos.NEWS.GNOM.ES.com/prnh/20110428/DC91889LOGO ) SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 4 : FRED JONES Profile America for the fourth day of Black History Month. One of the people responsible for the way Americans eat today is Frederick Jones . From his army duties in World War I, he became a self-taught master of everything electrical. The inspiration for his most notable invention was a conversation with a truck driver who had lost a shipment of chickens on a hot day. As a result, Jones developed the first automatic refrigeration system for long-haul trucks in 1935. The device is also used in ships and trains. Jones ultimately was awarded more than 60 patents. Most recent statistics show the U.S. Continue reading
Analysis: Stock-picking makes a comeback as macro tides fade (NEWS.GNOM.ES)
NEW YORK (NEWS.GNOM.ES) – Stock-picking once again matters on Wall Street. After a year in which stocks moved in near-lockstep regardless of individual merit, the herd mentality is crumbling away Continue reading
U.S. Census Bureau Daily Feature for February 3
WASHINGTON , Feb. 3, 2012 /NEWS.GNOM.ES/ — Following is the daily “Profile America” feature from the U.S. Continue reading
Analysis of the Energy Management Services Market
NEW YORK , Feb. 2, 2012 /NEWS.GNOM.ES/ – Reportlinker.com announces that a new market research report is available in its catalogue: Analysis of the Energy Management Services Market http://www.reportlinker.com/p0766606/Analysis-of-the-Energy-Management-Services-Market.html#utm_source=NEWS.GNOM.ES&utm_medium=pr&utm_campaign=Energy After a minimal rise in market revenue in 2009, investments in energy management services (EMS) jumped to an unprecedented level in 2010 and its high growth in North America is expected to continue through 2015. Volatile energy prices, mandated reduction in energy consumption, and financial incentives are among the factors driving revenue growth. Continue reading
Deceuninck North America Introduces Stylish Impact Windows During 2012 International Builders’ Show
MONROE, Ohio , Feb. 1, 2012 /NEWS.GNOM.ES/ — Deceuninck North America , a leading designer and manufacturer of high-quality systems for windows, doors and outdoor living, will introduce additions to its Impact Windows product line at an off-site event to coincide with the upcoming 2012 National Association of Home Builders International Builders’ Show (IBS) held from February 8-11, 2012 in Orlando . (Logo: http://photos.NEWS.GNOM.ES.com/prnh/20110214/NE47651LOGO ) “In extreme weather conditions, high wind can cause window failure that leads to devastating consequences, from water damage to structural failure as pressure on the roof amplifies,” said Filip Geeraert , president and CEO of Deceuninck North America. ”Our stylish new Impact Windows are engineered to help minimize these risks by meeting coastal building code requirements.” Impact Windows by Deceuninck include single hung, single slider and picture window styles, and meet requirements up to and including the specifications of ASTM E 1886/1996, Wind Zone 4 or Miami Dade 201, 202, 203 with an AAMA DP rating of up to 70. The products’ glazing orientations accommodate various glazing options (including low E and turtle glass) in impact, insulated glass units up to 1 1/8 inch. Three-quarter-inch balance pockets provide room for hardware to accommodate heavy glass packages Continue reading
Did Freddie Mac Want You to Fail? (ContributorNetwork)
COMMENTARY | I have been telling my friends lately that I hate banks and insurance companies. It seems I now have a bit more ammunition. Continue reading
Booming production pushes natural gas price down (AP)
NEW YORK – The price of natural gas dropped back to near a 10-year low Wednesday after Exxon Mobil and other energy companies declined to cut production. Exxon, America’s biggest natural gas producer, has led a push by major industry players into U.S. Continue reading
U.S. Census Bureau Black History Month Feature for February 1
WASHINGTON , Feb. 1, 2012 /NEWS.GNOM.ES/ — Following is the daily Black History Month feature from the U.S. Continue reading