International

Washington, D.C. – If you’re in Virginia – or wherever – now’s the time to stand up and be heard. “Politicians” are supposed to be working for us, not the other way around. Congressman Bob Goodlatte has announced that he will be holding an “America Speaking Out” town hall meeting in the Shenandoah Valley tomorrow - where he...
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Fort Valley, VA – Come learn about an issue that’s sure to affect families across the Valley. On Saturday, August 28, 2010, The Fort Valley Lyceum will present a special citizen information session entitled; “Marcellus Shale Natural Gas Exploration in the Valley.” The event will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.. (The organizers...
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Woodstock, VA – It’s great exercise and a sure way to help others. The Volunteer Farm of Shenandoah is calling for volunteers to help harvest tons of vegetables needed to feed the hungry people through two food banks serving about a third of Virginia. Get Ready to Volunteer The farm is harvesting beans, cucumbers, peppers, potatoes,...
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Washington, D.C. – Here’s a letter just released today from Dan Howells, Greenpeace Deputy Campaign Director: Arctic Sunrise sets our for Gulf “White House energy adviser Carol Browner has recently been making the talk show rounds and telling the public about a new government assessment that shows that 75 percent of the oil from BP’s drilling...
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Philadelphia, PA – In light of recent Federal government vs. state jurisdiction disputes across the nation, it’s important to re-read and remind ourselves of our heritage, and the words and spirit of The Declaration of Independence, as authored by Thomas Jefferson. Here is the complete text of the Declaration of Independence, adopted by Congress on...
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The local area that has been picked out by a company for hydrofracking is somewhat out of the way, though still important. However, central New York is, well, in the middle of everything, and, more importantly, provides water for one of the largest cities in the world: New York City. The dramatic...
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Earth – What in the world is happening lately? Want to gain some “newly-found” insights on the way the world operates and your role in it? How our collective past meets future in the evolving moment? The Gnostic Gospel of Thomas reveals Jesus’ words on the Kingdom of God. You could say that it’s...
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United States of America – What do they call it when they say one thing to cover for another? A distraction? Distraction is defined by wikipedia as: “the diversion of attention of an individual or group from the chosen object of attention onto the source of distraction.” While finding missing children is certainly a...
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U.S.A. – AT & T has verified the existence of a phone scam that can result in charges of more than $2,000 per minute by calling area codes 809, 294 or 876. Do not ever dial numbers with the following area codes: 809, 294, 876. Residents in Virginia this week are reporting a scam. “I actually...
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Wetzel County, WV and Bergton, VA – PHOTO ESSAY – What does the 1st proposed hydrofracking operation in Virginia have to do with the water supply for citizens of the Shenandoah Valley and the Greater Washington D.C. area? A lot. A Four-Hour Tour “Sit right back” and ride with me through rural WV. See for yourself...
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New Haven, CT – “Love is in our name, because it is our motivating drive to end child sex slavery and exploitation.  We believe love to be the foundation of real, sustainable change. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Justice at its best is love correcting everything that stands against love.” We hold that to...
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Washington D.C. – Food Crime – Control of Seeds – Control of Food Supply – I received this email alert today about the Food Safety Modernization Act of 2010. Check out what restrictions it will put on your ability to grow and choose your own food, as well as regulations about food allergies and...
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Fort AP Hill, Va – For the first time in the history of the Boy Scouts of America, the entire Scouting community will be brought together for a single, nationwide event to celebrate the organization’s 100th birthday, and reflect on what the organization has meant to millions of  America’s youth. Shining Our Light Across the...
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Reported on July 11, 2010 by Jack Dolan, of the Los Angeles Times - “Sacramento -  A plan to let oil companies leave large parts of decommissioned drilling rigs in the ocean off California’s coast, saving them hundreds of millions of dollars, is sailing through the California Legislature at a time when the Gulf of...
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Regarding Israeli Navy – Letter that Congressman Barney Frank wrote in Response to Boston Herald article  – Issued on Wednesday, June 02, 2010 “The article in today’s Boston Herald is inaccurate in saying that I “had harsh words yesterday for the Israeli Navy.” The harsh words I spoke were specifically aimed at some non-governmental settlers...
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The Associated Press on Sunday, 11 July 2010, issued report that an: “Air France passenger jet heading from Rio de Janeiro to Paris made an emergency landing in north-eastern Brazil, following a bomb threat. All 405 passengers and 18 crew members were safely evacuated from Flight 443, said Jorge Andrade, a spokesman for airport authority Infraero. A...
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Planet Earth -  Hear, or should I say “here”  is some “food” for thought – The significance of  July 11, 2010,  and thereabouts: Here/hear is what five top astrologers have to say about the rare Total Solar Eclipse and New Moon which both happen this Sunday, following the line up of five planets that occurred...
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These two developments by the Federal Government – limiting freedom of speech and freedom of the press in the United States – happened within a week of each other. You decide what’s going on. Which issues will be labeled off limits next – for the people, and for the press?  And,...
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Boothville, Louisisana – About one hour south of New Orleans, The A Whale, a huge oil skimmer ship, is now anchored, awaiting approval by the U.S. government to begin skimming off the oil from the BP oil disaster. As long as three football fields (372-yards) and 10 stories high, the newly- refurbished vessel is ready...
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Toronto, Canada – In five days, the Metro Toronto Convention Centre will be host to the 2010 G-20 Summit on Financial Markets and the World Economy - for two days – June 26 and 27, 2010. Overview – What to Expect This Summit  is the fourth G-20 Conference.  Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper is the host...
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Harrisonburg, VA – Tonight, withstanding an early-morning polling place software glitch, the special election for the Virginia House of Delegates seat in the Shenandoah Valley is history. Broadway businessman Tony Wilt (R) has beat Kai Degner (D), as well as Carolyn Frank (I). 26th District Election Results (unofficial) - Across Rockingham County, Wilt picked up 4,218...
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Gulf of Mexico, USA – There are reports today on the Internet that a mass evacuation of Gulf Coast residents may be coming, as soon as June 15. Readiness exercises conducted at the end of May 2010 According to a June 3, 2010 press release on the U.S. North Command web site, “three units representing ...
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Strasburg, VA – You are much greater than you ever dreamed. You are a soaring spirit – only constrained by a body if you choose to be. That’s what author and spiritual leader Wayne Dyer was illuminating in a November 2005 interview by Ray Hemachandra, Editor-In-Chief of New Age Retailer. Wayne has this to...
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The United States of America  – The excessive use of taser guns (also called “stun guns”) by police squads in the the U.S. has not been covered much by the traditional media. Why? And, likewise , why has there been little public debate on the use of these weapons on the U.S. population? And...
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Earth – What’s going on? In space, and on the third rock from the Sun?  Up until  June 13, 2010 – when an extraordinary T planetary alignment will occur – and afterward. FIRST IN A SERIES OF ARTICLES ABOUT THE CHANGES YOU FEEL COMING in 2010 - The Essential Questions Globally, we ask: How is the consciousness...
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