POLL: Americans don't want military involvement in Syria
Region: DC
As the conflict in Syria rages on, policymakers in the US are trying to figure out what, if anything, to do about violent political upheaval. Polls from the Media and Public Opinion (MPO) Research Group indicate that while most Americans want to do something about the conflict in Syria, we are wary of military intervention. In December 2012, MPO asked what the US should do about the conflict in Syria. Economic sanctions were the most popular solution, followed by military i... more
Views: 6235 Tips on How to Prevent Pet Theft
Region: VAAccording to the American Kennel Club, the rate of pet theft is on the rise and the victimized pets range from small puppies to purebred animals being snatched from parking lots and animal shelters. Stolen pets are often sold for research in laboratories, forced into dog-fighting, bred in puppy mills, used for ritual sacrifice for satanic cults and other sadistic acts, or put up for sale in pet stores. A case that hits close to home for Guardians of Rescue, Iraq War veteran... more
Views: 580A Follow Up About The Hermit Living In The Wilderness For 27 Years
Region: VA
Readers I have an update report to follow-up on an article I wrote about a Maine Legendary Hermit that hid in the wilderness for 27 years in Maine and who is known as the North Pond Hermit. In the article I had indicated I would love to know why Christopher Knight fled into the wilderness for so many years without anyone knowing the reason for him doing so. According to abcnews.go.com, his former classmates remembered him as a quiet, smart but a nerdy student. It ha... more
Views: 2228Is the US Becoming More Isolationist?
Region: DCWith polls showing that Americans are interested in pulling out from the war in Afghanistan and others wary about getting involved in the Syria conflict, many have began to note the changing role of the US in world affairs. Compared to the interventionist policies of the Bush era, it seems that the US is becoming increasingly isolationist. A series of national polls indicates that Americans are indeed becoming wary of military intervention overseas. However, when it comes... more
Views: 516Poll Finds Americans Want More International News Coverage
Region: DC
Is our news media letting us down when it comes to international coverage? A recent survey from MPO Research Group found that most Americans think there is room for improvement when it comes to coverage of international issues. When asked what they think about the coverage of international news, only about a quarter think the current level of coverage is fine. Over half of all Americans say there should be more of it. Younger groups are the most interested in seeing more... more
Views: 510Guardians of Rescue Heads Back to America’s Most Dangerous City: Camden, NJ -- Sponsoring New Jers
Region: DCCamden, New Jersey is known for being the most dangerous city in America, and it is here that Guardians of Rescue aims at having a positive influence on the city by helping animals in need. Guardians of Rescue is sponsoring the New Jersey Aid for Animals this weekend, April 6, 2013, at 1137 Federal Street in Camden City from 9 am – 12 noon where vet and vet technicians will be offering a lifesaving vaccine for only $1.00 and free microchipping. New Jersey Aid for Animal... more
Views: 645Boston's North Shore Business Expo 2013 - a flourishing economy
Region: MABoston's North Shore Chamber of Commerce attracted a record number of local businesses, large and small to its annual showcase - the North Shore Business Expo on March 5, 2013. The mood of the local business representatives was strikingly positive and is captured in the video below. more
Views: 520Warning Signs Your Child May be Bullying Others and How to Help
Region: DC
Warning Signs Your Child May be Bullying Others and How to Help For any parent, it can be an alarming discovery to learn that your child is displaying bullying traits. Bullying is defined as repeated, aggressive behavior that can be physical, verbal, or relational, and approximately one in 10 children have bullied others. No one wants to hear that their child is bullying, however, there are identifying signals to be aware of and ways to help the child who is bullying. "Recognizing the ... more
Views: 730Walmart CEO Scot Price appears before Justice Mukul Mudgal committee.
Region: IndiaOn Friday, Wal-Mart CEO Scott Price and Bharati Wal-Mart CEO Jain appeared before a retired judge Mukul Mudgal appointed by the government of India last month following a complaint to the Prime Minister by M.P. Achuthan, a lawmaker to investigate accusations that the lobbying activities of retail giant has infringed local laws. The opposition parties in India reason to compare a U.S.mandated report of lobbying by the Wal-Mart in Washington with the buying off of ... more
Views: 903Guardians of Rescue Heads to Fort Bragg to Pick Up Dogs for PTSD Veterans
Region: DC
Guardians of Rescue Heads to Fort Bragg to Pick Up Dogs for PTSD Veterans SMITHTOWN, NEW YORK – (March 19, 2013) – Guardians of Rescue, an organization whose mission is to help animals, will be headed to Fort Bragg, N.C. on March 25, 2013, to pick up a group of rescued dogs. The group will be working with their Soldier-to-Soldier program to help place the dogs with veterans suffering from post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), as well as with other Sol... more
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