Wikinews interviews Jim Hedges, U.S. Prohibition Party presidential candidate

Saturday, January 29, 2011

U.S. Prohibition Party presidential candidate Jim Hedges of Thompson Township, Pennsylvania took some time to answer a few questions about the Prohibition Party and his 2012 presidential campaign.

The Prohibition Party is the third oldest existing political party in the United States, having been established in 1869. It reached its height of popularity during the late 19th century. The party heavily supported the Eighteenth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which banned the sale of alcohol, and resulted in the US period known as Prohibition (1919–33). It was repealed in 1933. The party has declined since this period, but has continued to nominate candidates for the presidential election.

In 2003, the party split into two factions. Preacher Gene Amondson and perennial candidate Earl Dodge were nominated for the presidency by their respective factions. After Dodge’s death in 2007, the party reunified and named Amondson as its sole presidential nominee for 2008. During the election, Amondson was interviewed by Wikinews. He died in 2009, leaving an opening in the party for 2012.

Jim Hedges is a longtime Prohibition activist, who holds the distinction of the first individual of the 21st century (and the first since 1959) to be elected to a political office under the Prohibition Party banner. In 2001, he was elected as the Thompson Township tax assessor, and was re-elected to the post in 2005. He served until his term expired in 2010. Hedges declared his intent to run for the Prohibition Party presidential nomination on February 18, 2010. This marks his first run for the presidency.

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The USDA loan has grown in popularity because of its superior financing terms. Home loans are of greater demand these days, because of the increasing real estate rates. People keep on looking for the best deals in terms of home loans to help them with the burden of paying their monthly mortgage fees. But did you know that USDA Home Loans are better and advantageous than the regular home loans? There are important things that must be considered when applying for a home loan; the lenders will always ask you to submit documents to assess your capacity to pay upon inquiring about the loan. But when you apply for USDA Home Loans you do not need to have a high credit rating and there is no need to have huge amount of cash for down payment because you will not be required to pay for this fee.

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There are people who are going through mortgage loan application just to acquire a regular home loan. There is a mortgage lender, processor, underwriter and a closer that deals with your documents and assess if you should be approved or not. The processor will take the application to the lender and the information will be used to make a full loan package. As soon as it is made, it will be send to the underwriter who usually decides if you qualify for the loan or not. You must be able to provide all the documents asked of you to make the entire process easier and hassle free. Understanding what a USDA Loan is can be of help to you especially if you do not have enough funds to pay for a regular home loan mortgage.

What is a USDA loan is a common question that people ask especially those who are not familiar with this type of home loan. Well this is backed by the US Department of agriculture in a lower rate and they do not require the homebuyer to pay for down payments. This is especially made for home buyers who are interested in getting a new home with flexible credit guidelines within the rural and suburban areas in the US. The process in applying for the USDA Home Loans is just the same with a regular loan or any other type of loans. Its just the final commitment will be issued by the central USDA office in Texas. But the loan will be processed just like any other type of home loan.

You can also search the USDA Loans Texas website which offers resources to borrowers to help make educated decisions and comparisons to other loan programs. Asking what is a USDA loan is very important question as is with any home loan program you are looking into. This will help you understand what the benefits are of the USDA program and compare them with other programs. You will find that the USDA loan is superior loan product with better financing terms than other loan programs on the market today.

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Turner Broadcasting apologizes for Boston scare

Friday, February 2, 2007

An advertising campaign for shows on Adult Swim, a programming block on Cartoon Network, which is owned by Turner Broadcasting, gave local and federal law-enforcement a scare when devices were discovered on eight different bridges and roads.

The U.S. city of Boston was snarled in traffic jams January 31 as police investigated devices with flashing lights representing a cartoon character were placed around bridges and other areas throughout the city.

Different governmental agencies were brought in to help deal with the problem, which was later found to be no threat, as described by Boston Police Department spokesperson Eddy Chrispin. A bomb squad was deployed under supervision of the FBI, Boston police, the US Coast Guard, and different federal agencies.

The advertising campaign, for the widely popular program Aqua Teen Hunger Force, featuring characters from that series, was in place for two to three weeks in Boston, New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, and many other major US cities.

Two people have been arrested for alleged participation in this incident.

Turner Broadcasting Systems hired New York marketing firm Interference Inc. which in turn hired individuals in the various cities to place the devices promoting the cartoon’s fifth season, scheduled for a February 23 premiere. Road and rail traffic was disrupted by police as they investigated and removed the devices.

The mostly flat devices resemble two-foot-square Lite-Brites with batteries attached to the bottom and visible wires.

G4TV has dubbed the incident “Aquagate” on its broadcast of Attack of the Show segment The Feed.

It is not known why the devices took police several weeks to notice, nor why the devices were believed to be dangerous.

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Darling announces UK budget for 2009

Thursday, April 23, 2009

The United Kingdom Chancellor of the Exchequer, Alistair Darling, yesterday announced the 2009 budget. The budget is an annual audit of the nation’s finances, and decides what should be done with taxpayers’ money.

The chancellor fell under scorn for his GDP growth forecasts, which are considered to be too optimistic in predicting that Britain will bounce back from its weakest economic performance since the end of the second world war. Darling forecast GDP growth of 3.5% in 2011, even after he was made to downgrade his predictions. He expects a record expansion of 1.25% next year, but chief UK economist Howard Archer disagrees, calling Darling’s predictions “mildly optimistic in the near term and much more optimistic in the long term.”

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His plans for savers and pensioners, however, were commended by many, though was also criticised by a large portion of the populace. In the budget, Darling increased the amount that savers can put into an Individual Savings Account (ISA) from £7,200 to £10,200, of which £5,100 can be saved in cash. These increased limits will be available only to people aged over 50 from 6 October this year, and will not be available to everyone until 6 April next year. A number of financial experts described the move as being “too little, too late”, and Rumina Hassam, of price comparison website uSwitch.com, said: “The government’s decision to increase the cash ISA limit by £1,500 to £5,100 for the over 50’s is a just another kick in the teeth for the majority of savers as they will have to wait even longer to benefit. There is no doubt that savers have been sacrificed as a result of the plummeting base rate, bringing savings rates to an all time low.”

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Chapter 13 Payments: Reorganizing Debt To Retain Property And Assets

By Simon Volkov

Chapter 13 payments are prearranged when bankruptcy is approved through the court. In most instances, a Trustee is assigned to oversee the debtor’s case and will disperse payments to creditors until accounts are paid in full. Occasionally, chapter 13 payments can be made directly through payroll deductions.

Once debt reorganization has been approved, Chapter 13 payments are clearly outlined in the repayment plan and leave little room for deviation. Consistent payments must be made to repay creditors, tax liens and mortgage payments, if applicable.

In cases where the debtor holds a mortgage, Chapter 13 bankruptcy can stop the foreclosure process. However, if the debtor fails to make mortgage payments in a timely fashion, the lender can commence with foreclosure proceedings.

In instances where the debtor fails out of bankruptcy, the court may order the individual to liquidate their assets under Chapter 7 Bankruptcy. This action requires the debtor to relinquish their property to the Trustee who will sell the assets and repay creditors.

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Chapter 13 bankruptcy is available to all U.S. citizens. This chapter of bankruptcy allows individuals to reorganize their debt so they can retain their property and assets. Payments are extended over a period of time, allowing the debtor to make smaller monthly payments. In some instances, creditors will reduce interest rates or agree to a lesser amount than is owed on the debt.

With Chapter 13 bankruptcy, certain eligibility requirements must be met. Unsecured debts must be less than $307,675 and secured debts must be less than $922,975. Prior to filing bankruptcy, the debtor must obtain credit counseling through an approved agency.

When the debtor files for chapter 13 relief, they must submit a certificate of credit counseling, debt repayment plan, proof of income and expenses, and copies of the most recent year tax return. A detailed list of debts owed to creditors must be included, along with proof of living expenses including food, shelter, utilities, taxes, transportation and healthcare expenses.

Arranging Chapter 13 payments will stop collection actions against the debtor. However, it does not eliminate debts. As long as payments are made in a timely fashion and disbursed by the Trustee or through payroll deductions, no further action will be taken against the debtor.

If circumstances arise which cause the debtor to be unable to make payments, the Trustee must be notified immediately. In instances where the problem is temporary, the Trustee can elect to reduce or temporarily suspend payments or extend the repayment period.

When the financial setback is determined to be long-term, the bankruptcy court may recommend modification of the plan, discharge the debts on the basis of hardship, dismiss the Chapter 13 case, or convert to Chapter 7 liquidation. If the debtor fails to notify the Trustee to modify their repayment plan, creditors can move forward with collection actions.

Chapter 13 Bankruptcy payments provide individuals with the opportunity to make a fresh start, yet retain their property and assets. When developing the repayment plan it is crucial to arrange affordable payments which the debtor can consistently make in a timely fashion. Otherwise, the effort will be futile; causing the debtor to fail out of bankruptcy and potentially lose their home, automobile and other valuable assets.

About the Author: Simon Volkov is a private investor who specializes in helping individuals quickly liquidate their assets. Simon offers solutions to individuals facing foreclosure, probate and chapter 13 bankruptcy. Learn more by visiting SimonVolkov.com.

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Suicide bomber kills at least 45 in Lahore, Pakistan

Friday, March 12, 2010

According to police, at least 45 people in Lahore, Pakistan were killed earlier on Friday after multiple suicide bombings. Over a hundred others were injured.

In the first incident, a double bombing apparently targeting military vehicles in RA Bazaar, a commercial and residential neighbourhood of Lahore, killed 45 people, among them ten troops. Punjab Law Minister Rana Sanaullah reported that the bombers arrived at the area by a motorbike and approached the vehicles, then detonated jackets containing 26 pounds of explosives, according to The Telegraph.

Chief of Punjab police Tariq Saleem Dogar said that “[t]wo suicide bombers attacked within the span of 15 to 20 seconds and they were on foot.”

A second attack, reportedly targeting a police station, is said to have killed at least four other people.

Senior Lahore police official Chaudhary Shaffiq Ahmed commented that “[t]he explosions occurred at a bus stop in RA Bazaar market. Two suicide attackers approached two patrolling army vehicles fifteen seconds apart causing the explosions.”

Some witnesses said they heard gunfire shortly before the explosions. “I saw smoke rising everywhere. A lot of people were crying,” recalled Afzal Awan, an eyewitness.

Local government blamed the Taleban for the bombings, although no group has, as of yet, claimed responsibility.

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Controversy follows after Canadian PM skips vote for hockey game

Monday, October 9, 2006

Controversy is being expressed over Stephen Harper’s decision to skip the House of Commons vote for the Kyoto Protocol on climate change on Wednesday for a hockey game at the Air Canada Centre in Toronto. Liberal MPs say that this reveals Mr. Harper’s true attitude toward the environment. “It shows the importance he gives to Kyoto and climate change,” said Liberal MP Pablo Rodriguez. “What kind of example does that send to Canadians?”

Harper was with his ten-year-old son Ben cheering on for the Toronto Maple Leafs and sat in seats in the platinum level of the Air Canada Centre, next to Larry Tanenbaum, head of Maple Leaf Sports and Entertainment, the company that owns the Leafs. Also seated with Mr. Tanenbaum was Ontario Premier Dalton McGuinty and his wife, Terri.

“You know I’m dead meat if I make those kind of predictions in hockey,” said Harper, who must juggle support from voters in six Canadian NHL cities. “I think Ben will be cheering for the Toronto Maple Leafs,” Harper told The Canadian Press. “That’s his team.”

Harper and his son met with the members of the Toronto team after the game was finished.

Opposition MPs say that “the decision to put pucks over Parliament shows that environmental issues rate as a low priority for Mr. Harper, who had no other reason to be in Toronto the day he attended the NHL season opener between the Maple Leafs and the Ottawa Senators.”

Members of Parliament and the prime minister are not required to attend votes in the House of Commons and routinely miss them when dealing with other business. If Mr. Harper was there, his vote would not have changed the outcome.

The PM will be writing a whole book on the history of the game. But demands of his day job have slowed down the project.

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Wikinews interviews Christoph Bals of the NGO Germanwatch after conclusion of climate conference

 Correction — February 25, 2008 Translation problems from German to English, see Talk page. 

Thursday, December 27, 2007

A year ago I would have found the current outcome almost revolutionary. … A lot has been achieved, but the biggest hurdles are still in front of us.

With the Climate Conference in Bali having come to a successful conclusion, Wikinews journalist Sean Heron interviewed Christoph Bals from the German NGO Germanwatch on his opinion of the outcome, and an outlook on the future negotiations. Christoph is the Senior Political Executive of Germanwatch, Co-Author of the Climate protection-Index and did lobby work on Bali.

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Anegada was off limits for Tortola Yacht Charters

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Gifford The sparsely inhabited island is ringed by a swathe of white sand, and is nearly utterly encircled by the Horseshoe Reef. This reef is one in every of the world’s largest and is to blame for over three hundred shipwrecks. Capably named by Columbus, Anegada (the “drowned land”) is simply twenty eight feet regarding water level at its highest purpose.For many years, Anegada was off limits for Tortola Yacht Charters. Luckily these days, however, several charter bases just like the Moorings truly offer a cheat sheet to induce there and explore this beguiling speck of paradise. Even with the publication, the approach to Anegada is spectacular nonetheless to a small degree discouraging for those on a Tortola Charter as a result of the huge eighteen mile horseshoe-shaped reef that surrounds the island. The Anegada “Harbour” is just a slim, shallow gap within the reef in its southwestern facet between the Anegada Reef building at Setting purpose and Pomato purpose. Once you arrive on Anegada, it’s even as spectacular because the approach. a real desert island paradise mensuration solely eleven by three miles, it’s quiet and unbelievably ordered back with solely a few of little beach bars and restaurants. Though a Tortola Charter ought to be quiet in and of it, if you cannot sit back here – you most likely ne’er will!Anegada will simply be toured in a very day. Once paying for your mooring ball at Anegada Reef building, the simplest thanks to see the island is to rent a car. D.W.’s common recent blue Samari car is especially fun for a bunch. Be ready, however, for the sun as there’s very little shade on Anegada. Once having a chilly drink at one in every of a few of institutions at Setting purpose, head west on the South Shore Road paralleling the Anegada Harbour. Continue on to Pomato purpose wherever the beaches begin. Nursing Island of coral sand, its beaches are a number of the simplest within the Caribbean. They provide miles of gorgeous, uninterrupted beach.Although the beaches ar major attractions for surfboarder and kite boarding enthusiasts, they’re thus deserted that chances are high that you’ll not see another set of footprints within the sand. You can, however, forever realize to a small degree of shade at a beach bar. Whereas at Pomato purpose, stop within the little depository at the Pomato purpose edifice. Most of the gathering of treasures during this little one-room depository comes from shipwrecks that floundered on Horseshoe reef. Within the assortment you’ll realize Associate in nursing recent map showing the situation of over two hundred wrecks, also as canon and muzzle loader balls, ship timbers and copper rivets, several chemist jars, gin/rum bottles, ink pots, a silver pot and coins from several nations. Continue on the south shore and around Anegada’s West End purpose, creating a 0.5 circle wading bird pool. Abundant of the island’s interior is created from salt ponds, the most important of that is wading bird pool. The salt ponds are home for walking birds just like the nice Blue Heron, very little Blue Heron, stilts and terns. Additionally, the salt ponds ar the right surround for rosaceous flamingos. Once thousands underpopulated the BVI, however, the young may be simply rounded up and herded to boats for food. In 1992, the choice was created to re-introduce flamingos to the lagune. The project has established successful as wild flamingos have joined them to rear young.As you continue on your car tour of the island, the “road” becomes very little over a track through the sand. Look forward to the North Shore Road by the sign to Cow Wreck Beach (a cow’s so is connected to a weather-beaten picket board). Take the turnoff to Cow Wreck Beach named for the cow bones – particularly skulls – that washed toward land from wrecks of ships carrying them to be ground up into bone meal for fertiliser. The turnoff takes you across a series of wave-like sand dunes. If you’re in a very car, it’s nice fun! Grab a drink at the Cow Wreck Beach Bar and Grill and take a cool catnap within the hammocks below the trees. As a result of the currents goes towards the shore, Cow Wreck Beach is Associate in nursing particularly sensible skin diving spot for teenagers. Cow Wreck Beach is one in every of the famed beaches of Anegada settled on the North Atlantic facet. Guarded by a line of reefs simply offshore, the beaches build sweeping curves on to shore to make protected lagoons.

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