Monday, February 9, 2009 Michael Ray Aquino, a former Philippines National Police officer serving six years imprisonment in McRae, Georgia for espionage could now be eligible for immediate release after a United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit judge panel Friday modified a United States District Court for the District of New Jersey‘s…
Three injured in drive-by shooting at Six Flags amusement park
Friday, August 19, 2022 Three people were injured Sunday night, August 14, at a Six Flags amusement park after a drive-by shooting in Gurnee, Illinois. The theme park, Six Flags Great America, was evacuated after gunfire was reported around 7:50pm. An early summary stated that the shooters had jumped out of a white sedan and…
Protesters rally for a second time against Buffalo, N.Y. hotel proposal
Buffalo, N.Y. Hotel Proposal Controversy Recent Developments “Old deeds threaten Buffalo, NY hotel development” — Wikinews, November 21, 2006 “Proposal for Buffalo, N.Y. hotel reportedly dead: parcels for sale “by owner”” — Wikinews, November 16, 2006 “Contract to buy properties on site of Buffalo, N.Y. hotel proposal extended” — Wikinews, October 2, 2006 “Court date…
More Collaboration Needed Between Legal And Accounting Firms.
More On This Topic: Online Asset Management Asset Guru More collaboration needed between legal and accounting firms. by Daniel Roesgen Too many legal agreements are being drafted with nominal tax planning. Conversely, it is common to prepare financial documents without concern for legal situations like contingency requirements, breaching of loan agreements, up-to-date minute book documentation,…
NBC employee wins $266M from California lottery
Thursday, May 6, 2010 An NBC employee won US$266 million from the California Lottery’s Mega Millions drawing. The winner, wishing to remain anonymous, will receive $165 million in total, after federal taxes, reports spokesperson for the lottery Cathy Doyle Johnston. David Reese, a KNBC assistant manager, was informed by the winner around 2:30 local time…
UAE launches national authority for scientific research
Wednesday, March 19, 2008 The United Arab Emirates (UAE) has announced its first national authority for scientific research (NASR) to coordinate and fund scientific research in the country. The national authority for scientific research was announced on March 7 by Shaikh Nahyan bin Mubarak Al Nahyan, UAE minister for higher education and scientific research. NASR…
Utah father accused of using shock-collars to punish his children
Monday, March 20, 2006 Scott David Dover, 45, a father of two young boys in Cedar City, Utah, was arrested on Thursday and charges against the father could be filed today. Police say he used electric dog collars to discipline his children. Conviction could result in up to 15 years in prison. Dover is being…
Hey Contractors, How To Fill Out Aia Pay Apps Part 2
More On This Topic: Consultant In Energy Medicine By Ron Roberts In Part 1, I showed you how to fill out page 1 of the AIA pay application (form G702). In Part 2, we are going to work through page 2 (form G703). Go dig out your AIA pay application form again and turn to…
Bolivian troops told to seize natural gas fields
Monday, May 1, 2006 Bolivian President Evo Morales has ordered that all foreign-owned natural gas fields be turned over to the national government of Bolivia. President Morales signed a decree that orders troops to seize the fields “immediately” to ensure gas production. The decree also says that companies have 180 days to sign over their…
Wikinews interviews Zahra Stardust about the upcoming by-election in the Bradfield electorate of the Australian parliament
Sunday, November 1, 2009 With two by-elections coming up in Australia, many minor parties and independents will be looking to gain a seat in the House of Representatives. Zahra Stardust (real name Marianna Leishman) is the candidate for the Australian Sex Party. Wikinews reporter Patrick Gillett held an exclusive interview with Ms Stardust, candidate for…