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Wikinews interviews Joe Schriner, Independent U.S. presidential candidate

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Saturday, April 17, 2010

Journalist, counselor, painter, and US 2012 Presidential candidate Joe Schriner of Cleveland, Ohio took some time to discuss his campaign with Wikinews in an interview.

Schriner previously ran for president in 2000, 2004, and 2008, but failed to gain much traction in the races. He announced his candidacy for the 2012 race immediately following the 2008 election. Schriner refers to himself as the “Average Joe” candidate, and advocates a pro-life and pro-environmentalist platform. He has been the subject of numerous newspaper articles, and has published public policy papers exploring solutions to American issues.

Wikinews reporter William Saturn? talks with Schriner and discusses his campaign.

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Best Dry Dog Food What You Should Know

Best Dry Dog Food What You Should Know

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Youll find a plethora of dog food brands found in the market and it can rather be confusing which brand to choose in feeding your pet. However, your pets health is your main priority so choosing the right food is an important step to do. Finding the right foods for them will keep them healthy at all times and help them live long even beyond their life span. If you want to find the best dry dog food for your beloved puppies and dogs, you should abide by these tips and get the right foods from your entire brand list.You must look at the following factors as you shop for the best dry dog food Age or life stage. Dog foods are formulated to match the life stage of your dogs. Hence, there are specific foods suitable for the nutritional needs of dogs during their puppy, adult and senior stages. Size. Apart from just their age, dog food formulas are also made to match the dog sizes. Whether they are puppies or adults, youll find specific formulas that will match their needs. Find the dog food approved by AAFCO. The dry dog food should be according to your veterinarians recommendation. The dry dog food you should give your dog should be consistent. Quality ingredients. Since the ingredients are the primary sources of nutrients, you must find the dog foods composed of quality ingredients to ensure health.The ingredients in the dry dog food may vary greatly but most of them are corn, soybean, or rice-based. Higher quality of dry dog food has chicken, meat, or fish meal included in the main ingredients.The good thing about dry dog foods is they remove the grains with it so it results as an organic food for your pet. The dogs age or stage and size are also among the considerations if in getting the best dry dog food since they require different nutrients levels like calorie count. Some dog breeds would require foods that will keep healthy joints and the right weight of not greater than 50 pounds. There are dog food formulas that are meant to let larger dogs stay in shape and keep their cartilage as healthy at all times. If youre eyeing a certain dog food, make sure to ask first your pets veterinarian if it passed the AAFCO standards when it comes to dog food and if they recommend it for your pet.Where can you get the best dry dog food?Youll find a lot of dog food brands that claim they have the best dry dog food for your pet. But its very vital for you to properly check these brands and their food offerings since anyone can claim this as a part of their promotional strategy. Remember to read several reviews online to find the brands that have been working effectively among many pet owners all over the country. Of course, your veterinarian is also the most accessible source of information when it comes to finding the most appropriate dog food for your dog. Make sure to ask them of their recommendations since they know your pet well. These dog foods are available at supermarkets but you have to remember to choose only the reliable brands and check their nutritional contents.

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Prime suspect in Northern’s Ireland’s Omagh bombing found not guilty

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Friday, December 21, 2007

A judge has issued a ruling in the 1998 bombing in the Northern Ireland town of Omagh. Defendant Sean Hoey, who faced 56 charges relating to a car bomb that killed 29 people and injured more than 200, has been found not guilty.

A stunned silence in the public gallery of Belfast Crown Court greeted the verdict in the worst bombing during three decades of so-called troubles in Northern Ireland. Electrician Sean Hoey, 38, was accused of being the principle bomb-maker in a group of conspirators. Only one other person was charged in the case and he is awaiting retrial after having his conviction overturned.

Hoey was said to have been among those who broke away from the Irish Republican Army months after the Good Friday Peace Agreement was negotiated.

In summing up, Judge Reginald Weir said he was critical of forensic evidence presented by the prosecution that relied heavily on a new kind of DNA testing. He also criticized the police for how they handled and stored the evidence, with possible cross-contamination. The judge also singled out two police officers who he said had exaggerated in order to gain a conviction.

For families of the victims, it was a disappointment after waiting nearly a decade for justice. Lawrence Rush lost his wife in the blast. He was in the courthouse when the decision was announced.

“It is devastating,” he said. “It is a disaster the way that this investigation was held, and I can say no more about it. All I know is that I am tired, you know, and I am exhausted. It has been a long corridor, 10 years of pain and hope.

“The legal system is here to protect human rights,” said Victor Barker, who lost his son in the attack. “It is here to protect Sean Hoey’s human rights. I am a lawyer, I believe in the system. Sometimes I find it hard to live with, but I must stand by it because that is the system of justice which ordinary decent people in this country live by. It is only a great shame that my son and the 29 people that died in Omagh had no human right at all.”

Families of those killed are now calling for a full public inquiry into the bombing. It is also possible that a civil case may be pursued next year.

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Author of My Billion Year Contract reflects on life in elite Scientology group

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Thursday, January 14, 2010

Wikinews interviewed author Nancy Many about her book My Billion Year Contract, and asked her about life working in the elite Scientology group known as the “Sea Org“. Many joined Scientology in the early 1970s, and after leaving in 1996 she later testified against the organization. Published in October, Many’s book has gone on to become one of the top selling new books on Scientology at Amazon.com.

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Canberra, City Of Trees

Canberra, City Of Trees

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By Sandy F

Canberra is the capital city of Australia and considered to be the best planned city in the world. It is a modern and pollution free city without the peak hour traffic problems common to other cities. With a population of over 345,000, it is Australia’s largest inland city and a lucrative destination for gourmets with over three hundred restaurants, cafes, pubs and bars.

Known as the bush capital, Canberra is home to many stunning nature parks. No matter where you are travelling in and around the city centre, there are trees, flowers and plants at every turn. It is filled with a beautiful array of colour and nature adding to the picturesque charm of this unique city.

There is a diverse range of parks and gardens to explore, both in the centre of the city and the outer suburban areas. The most significant is the Australian National Botanical Gardens which is filled with beautiful flora and native fauna all year round. With around 6,800 species of native Australian plants there are 40 hectares of lush grounds to enjoy. Amongst many other nature parks and gardens to visit are Cockington Green Gardens, Namadgi National Park, Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve and the Bible Gardens.

This beautiful city is a celebration of what Australians hold dear, their origins, sacrifices, treasures and values. There are many historical attractions to see including: the Aboriginal Embassy, Blundell’s Cottage, Duntroon House, Government House, the High Court of Australia, the National Library, the National Carillon, Old Parliament House, Parliament House and the Prime Minister’s Lodge.

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There is an extensive calendar of festivals and events throughout the year including the Royal Canberra Show, Floriade, the Tuggeranong Festival and numerous sporting events.

The list of things to do is endless. The Australian Institute of Sport is fun and interactive, you can even test your fitness levels against Australia’s top olympians. The Deep Space Communication Complex is a must visit for those interested in astronomy and space missions. If your a train enthusiast, take a ride on the Michelago Tourist Railway which runs between Canberra and Royalla via Queanbeyan. See Australia’s most remarkable reptiles dwelling as they would in nature at the Australian Reptile Centre.

You can enjoy a leisurely browse around the two art galleries in Canberra. The National Gallery of Australia is the countries largest collection of Australian art and features an impressive sculpture garden around the gallery. The other gallery is the National Portrait Gallery which is a visual who’s who of some of Australia’s notable political figures and features other famous Australians.

Take a journey through the essence of Australia’s culture, history and way of life in Canberra’s national museums and galleries. The Australian Federal Police Museum displays the history of the Federal Police Force. Located near the Canberra Railway station, the Canberra Railway Museum has plenty of beautifully restored old and newer engines. The National Archives of Australia are available to those carrying out research or tracing family trees. At the National Dinosaur Museum there are over three hundred exhibits including ten full-size replica skeletons of dinosaurs.

The National Science and Technology Centre (Questacon) is a high technology science museum which is the ultimate in hands-on interactive displays. The National Capital Exhibition tells the story of Canberra from the start of Aboriginal times up until the present. National Film and Sound Archive is a collection of radio, television and film archives. The National Museum of Australia uses new technology to display themes both old and new. At the Royal Australian Mint you can see how money is produced and learn the history of the Australian currency.

There is something for everyone in Canberra.

If you are planning on travelling to Canberra to find a job, take a look online at the ‘Work to Travel’ website. Work to Travel is an informative website especially designed for travellers and backpackers seeking employment throughout Australia. You can search for specific jobs and/or locations so you can organise your jobs before you finalise your travel plans.

About the Author: To read more articles about working and/or travelling in Australia visit Work and Travel Australia and Work and Travel which is an online job search for backpackers, travellers, International students and those looking for short term, seasonal, part time and casual jobs throughout Australia. http://worktotraveloz.blogspot.com

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George Bush proposes economic growth package worth up to US$150 billion

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Saturday, January 19, 2008

George W. Bush, the president of the United States has suggested an economic growth package that could be worth almost 1% of the United States’ GDP (the US GDP is appoximately US$15 trillion). The package is expected to come in the form of tax cuts.

In a speech which took place yesterday Mr.Bush said that the economy is an area of “real concern,” to the US government. He added that the US “economy is still creating jobs, though at a reduced pace.”

Democrats want the tax refunds to cover payroll taxes paid by lower-income groups and be combined with more unemployment benefits, food stamps and federal aid to states. It warned against bundling proposals to make Bush’s first term tax cuts permanent with the stimulus package, and the Bush administration has separated the two in this proposal.

When announcing the proposal George Bush said that “as Congress considers such a plan, there are certain principles that must guide its deliberations: This growth package must be big enough to make a difference in an economy as large and dynamic as ours — which means it should be about 1 percent of GDP.” He added that “this growth package must be built on broad-based tax relief that will directly affect economic growth — and not the kind of spending projects that would have little immediate impact on our economy. This growth package must be temporary and take effect right away — so we can get help to our economy when it needs it most.” He also added that he believed the package “must not include any tax increases.”

This growth package must be big enough to make a difference in an economy as large and dynamic as ours — which means it should be about 1 percent of GDP

In the speech George Bush also made it clear that he believes the package should be passed through congress quickly. He said that his belief was that by passing the package through congress quickly would “provide a shot in the arm to keep a fundamentally strong economy healthy. And it will help keep economic sectors that are going through adjustments, such as the housing market, from adversely affecting other parts of our economy.”

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European airspace closed by volcanic ash

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Thursday, April 15, 2010

Hundreds of thousands of air travelers had their travel plans disrupted in Europe by volcanic ash from the Eyjafjallajökull eruption.

Tens of thousands of air travelers were stranded when all flights into and out of the United Kingdom were grounded, as it became one of the first nations to be affected. The grounding was even more extensive than that following the September 11 attacks of 2001 when only trans-Atlantic flights were canceled.

Eurocontrol released a statement saying “…most air traffic in the United Kingdom, Ireland, Denmark, Norway and Sweden is suspended.”

The grounding is because the volcanic ash drawn into the jet stream is of a particle size which allows it to remain aloft in the atmosphere. Ingestion of this foreign matter, because of its distribution, would lead to flame outs in all aircraft engines. The composition of the ash also means that it would first melt into glass if it were to enter the engine of an aircraft before solidifying again as it cooled. This could lead to damage to the compressors and fan blades, which would make it impossible to restart the engines, even if the aircraft were to exit the cloud.

The current contingency is informed by the experience of British Airways Flight 9, which on June 24, 1982 suffered just such complete engine flame outs when it flew through the plume of Mount Galunggung in Indonesia. In that case, the flight crew after many efforts was able to restart the engines, though one failed shortly after, and the aircraft landed without casualties.

The UK National Air Traffic Services (NATS) has stated that “restrictions will remain in place in UK controlled airspace until 1300 (UK time) tomorrow, Friday 16 April, at the earliest,” and that “We will review further Met Office information and at 0230 (UK time) tomorrow we will advise the arrangements that will be in place through to 1800 (UK time) tomorrow.” The NATS statement concluded “…the situation cannot be said to be improving”.

In addition to Northern Europe, the ash is drifting south; Berlin and Hamburg airports in Germany are closed, and airports in the Netherlands, Belgium and Northern France are described as now being closed or closing. Some flights from Spain and Portugal, together with upwards of 4,000 flights across Northern Europe, have been affected, and the knock-on effect of aircraft and crews out of position could disrupt air travel worldwide for up to 72 hours.

One affected group are British musicians booked to play at this weekend’s Coachella Festival in California. Amongst those stranded are Frightened Rabbit, Gary Numan, The Cribs and Bad Lieutenant.

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Second case of BSE confirmed in U.S.

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Saturday, June 25, 2005

Seven months after suspicions were first raised, United States Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns confirmed that a second American cow has tested positive for BSE (also known as ‘mad cow disease’), as determined by a lab in Weybridge, England. The department believes that this cow was born in the United States.

The delay in confirmation followed two conflicting test results from last November. The “Western blot” test, which is a more sophisticated test, could have helped reach a final determination, but the U.S. refused to perform it in November. The department’s inspector general, Phyllis Fong, ordered the Western blot test in June without advising Johanns and by the time Johanns found out about it, the testing was under way.

Johanns was annoyed that the round of testing which confirmed “Mad Cow” had been ordered without him being consulted first.”I was asked by the Senate and the president to operate the department,” Johanns said. “I believe, in this area, very clearly, the secretary should be consulted, whoever the secretary is, before testing is undertaken. From my standpoint, I believe I was put there to operate the department and was very disappointed.”

A senior research associate with Consumers Union, Michael Hansen, said USDA officials “almost sound like some Keystone Kops.”

Johanns reassured Americans that they should not be afraid of eating beef, saying: “This animal was blocked from entering the food supply because of the firewalls we have in place. Americans have every reason to continue to be confident in the safety of our beef.”

On June 17, the Associated Press reported: “American cattle are eating chicken litter, cattle blood and restaurant leftovers that could help transmit mad cow disease — a gap in the U.S. defense that the Bush administration promised to close nearly 18 months ago.”

John Stauber, co-author of “Mad Cow USA: Could the Nightmare Happen Here?” said: “Once the cameras were turned off and the media coverage dissipated, then it’s been business as usual, no real reform, just keep feeding slaughterhouse waste. The entire U.S. policy is designed to protect the livestock industry’s access to slaughterhouse waste as cheap feed.”

Critics of the U.S. testing regimen said the fumbles this time increase their concerns about America’s screening process.

“How can we be sure they were really negative?” Craig Culp, a spokesman for the Center for Food Safety asked; “After all, (here is a cow that was) negative in November that is positive in June.”

The companies which render slaughter waste say new restrictions are not warranted. “We process about 50 billion pounds of product annually — in visual terms, that is a convoy of semi trucks, four lanes wide, running from New York to L.A. every year,” said Jim Hodges, president of the American Meat Institute Foundation.

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How To Create A Good Relationship With A Family Dentist

How To Create A Good Relationship With A Family Dentist

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How To Create A Good Relationship With A Family Dentist

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Katlyn Bryant

A good family dentist could work on multiple generations over the course of many decades. It is essential to establish a good relationship once a professional who fits the needs of the family has been found. Maintaining a good relationship will mean that there is trust between the person in the chair and the doctor. This will help during uncertain times and could even reduce the anxiety some family members might have about visiting a dental office. There are several ways to start to build a good relationship with a family dentist.

Ask Questions

A very good way to start to build the trust that is needed for a good relationship is to ask questions when something seems unclear, uncertain or confusing. Doctors who work in the dental field are often very happy to explain exactly what is happening with the gums or teeth. They can also provide very detailed explanations about what might occur if a problem goes untreated. Asking questions shows a curiosity about the dental practice and about personal dental care.

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Provide Feedback

Communication between the doctor and the patient should go both ways. The doctor will provide care instructions and advice that will prevent problems in the future. Patients should also provide constructive or informational feedback about the advice or service that is provided. Feedback will help a dental professional to understand how personal recovery is progressing and how the larger practice is performing. This creates a more open line of communication. A doctor who is used to receiving feedback from a family is more likely to listen and to make adjustments in the future.

Trust The Professionals

Part of a good relationship with a dental professional involves trust. The patient trusts the skill, knowledge and experience of the doctor. This should translate directly into following the instructions that are given during each session. Second-guessing a doctor or simply ignoring instructions will create apathy since nothing that is said will be applied outside of the clinic. Following instructions should be done even if there seems to be no point. Asking questions will help to build trust. Doctors have much better relationships with families who value and follow the advice that is given during appointments.

Regular Appointments

One of the only ways to build a good relationship with a dentist is to schedule regular appointments for checkups and cleanings. Seeing a doctor once every few years is not only bad for oral health but is bad for relations with the practice. Larger families should consider spacing out appointments for each person over the course of the entire year. This will prevent the practice from being overrun for one or two days and will provide everyone with an opportunity to stay in touch with the doctor.

Connect Through Social Media

It is best to stay connected with a dental practice online. Remaining informed about changes, new staff and issues within the industry will make patients more aware of what is going on professionally during appointments. Using social media websites to keep up with the doctor also works to maintain the relationships in the months between appointments.

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British white paper on public health

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Wednesday, November 17, 2004

ENGLAND — UK Health Secretary John Reid has proposed widespread legislative and health care changes in a new white paper on public health released Tuesday. Titled “Choosing Health”, the paper details government plans to restrict smoking in public places, limit ‘junk food‘ advertisements to children, make available “lifestyle trainers”, campaign against sexually transmitted diseases and tobacco, and improve food labelling.

The white paper comes after extensive public comment that involved 150,000 people.

Smoking would be restricted in enclosed public spaces, restaurants, workplaces, and some pubs. The ban would be enacted gradually, affecting government and NHS buildings in 2006, enclosed public places in 2007, and private property in 2008. Permanent exemption would be granted to pubs that do not serve prepared food — though not at the bar — as well as private clubs, a decision that has provoked some to call the measure incomplete. Up to 90% of pubs are expected to be affected. The Scottish executive proposed a complete ban on smoking in enclosed public places last week, and Ireland has already banned smoking in pubs and restaurants.

Food advertisements targeted to children would be banned until 9pm, under the White Paper’s proposals. The restriction is a measure to tackle rising rates of childhood obesity. The government also intends to develop voluntary standards on food and drink advertisements to children with industry, only threatening legislation if an acceptable standard is not reached by 2007. Additionally, low income families would receive vouchers for fresh fruit, vegetables, milk, and infant formula. School lunches would also be held to stricter nutritional standards. Reid has warned that unless childhood obesity is tackled, “we face the prospect of children having shorter life expectancy than their parents”.

Food labelling would also be improved, with a “traffic light” system implemented. Packaged food would be evaluated based on its fat, sugar, and salt content.

The paper is unusual for suggesting a more holistic approach to health care, offering for the first time “lifestyle trainers.” The National Health Service would be funding with an additional £1bn to make people’s overall lives healthier, which is expected to save £30bn in preventable illness.

The paper additionally makes mention of reducing accidents, which affected 2.7m people last year and is a leading cause of child death, curb binge drinking, and reduce substance abuse among youths.

The paper has been criticized by many parties. The Tory Shadow Health Secretary has criticized the Labour government’s comprehensiveness and creation of a “new nanny state approach”. He has additionally described it as “gimmicks”. The Liberal Democrats have accused the government of not being comprehensive enough. It has also been criticized by the British Medical Association as being implemented too slowly, saying “When lives need saving, doctors act immediately”.

Mr. Reid has argued against the nanny state label, saying “In a free society, men and women ultimately have the right within the law to choose their own lifestyle, even when it may damage their own health. But people do not have the right to damage the health of others, or to impose an intolerable degree of inconvenience or nuisance on others … This is a sensible solution which balances the protection of the majority with the personal freedom of the minority in England”.

The full white paper “Choosing Health” can be read here.

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