News briefs:June 4, 2010
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Clashes in Nigeria kill hundreds, troops on alert
Monday, March 8, 2010 According to witness and media reports, at least two hundred people in Nigeria have been killed after pastoralists and villagers clashed near the city of Jos, which has been the source of repeated tension between Christians and Muslims. Local authorities, however, contradicted witness reports, saying that there were eight casualties, as …
5 Important Tips To Choosing The Right Gym
Read An Opinion On: Circumcision Cost In Australia Adult Circumcision By Leslie Gerard Whether you are looking to shed a few extra pounds or simply desire a healthier lifestyle, choosing the right gym is important in your quest for a new you. In fact, this decision is so important that it could greatly impact your …
Navy helping New Orleans pets
Saturday, September 17, 2005 The Spanish word “tortuga” means “turtle.” But in the wake of the New Orleans disaster, the USS Tortuga is helping other animals. For nearly two weeks now, sailors from Tortuga’s repair division have devoted much of their time during this disaster relief operation to ensure the health and comfort of displaced …
Strongest earthquake in 40 years hits Southeast Asia
Sunday, December 26, 2004 Indian Ocean – The death toll continues to grow and millions face a homeless life in the new year as coastal communities in south Asia struggle against continued aftershocks and flooding caused by the largest earthquake to strike the planet in more than a generation. The magnitude 9.0 undersea megathrust earthquake …
Rail manslaughter charges are dropped in Hatfield, England
Thursday, July 14, 2005 Charges against the five rail bosses accused of manslaughter on four people who died in the Hatfield, England train crash, have been dropped at the Old Bailey. Alistair Cook, 50, Sean Fugill, 50, Keith Lea, 53, and two executives from Balfour Beatty — Anthony Walker, 46, and Nicholas Jeffries, 53 — …
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Read An Opinion On: Gas Production Measurement Gas Production Testing Equipment Do You Eat Healthy Foods? by Wright, Jude Many people forget about the nutritional values of foods when planning their meals. After all, it’s so much easier to just stop at their favorite fast food restaurant on their way home from work. Everyone knows …
New Zealand school children put fight videos on YouTube
Friday, October 27, 2006 Approximately seven videos showing school children beating their peers have been put on the Google-owned video service, YouTube. The videos are recorded using cellphone cameras from students at Auckland Grammar School, Tauranga Boys’ College and Saint Kentigern College and other unidentified schools, according to New Zealand newspaper, The Press. Auckland Grammar …
Florida man accused of threatening to bomb animal shelter
Saturday, April 28, 2012 A Florida man was arrested after he allegedly left multiple phone messages with a local animal shelter in Brooksville, threatening to blow them up. Peter Dalessandro, 52, surrendered himself to authorities around 11:00 p.m. (local time) on Wednesday. Dalessandro has been charged with multiple counts of threatening to place or discharge …
Exploring Cigarette Alternatives In Humble, Tx
Read An Opinion On: Bavas Music Best Focusrite Interfaces Scarlett byadmin When you are looking for cigarette alternatives in Humble, TX, there are many options that may come to mind. However nothing is better than simulating the feeling of smoking without the health side effects. The only option that provides this is the E liquid …