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Home»Archives»U.S.»California»Inglewood Los Angeles Woman Hospitalized After Jumping From Building on Fire By Douglas Cobb on December 4, 2014 Breaking News!, California, Fire, Inglewood, U.S. In Los Angeles, California, on Thursday, December 4, a woman was taken to a hospital after she jumped from a third floor window of an apartment which was on fire, according to NBC Southern California, which first broke this story. She is listed in critical condition.
Vermont Archives - Guardian Liberty Voice
Home»Archives»U.S.»Vermont Vermont Still Recovering From Power Outages By Dac Collins on December 14, 2014 Headlines, U.S., Vermont Thousands are still without electricity in Vermont as people are recovering from the brutal winter storms that caused power outages all across the state last week. The utility companies are doing everything they can to fix the outages and their success is evidenced by the shrinking number of powerless households over the past few days. […] Like this: Like Loading...
Fannie and Freddie Refuse to Reduce Loan Limits: Good News for Housing
The regulator for Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac announced that it will not be reducing loan limits for the previously bailed out mortgage insurers. The move by Fannie and Freddie to not reduce the loan limits, as was once expected, is a bit of good news for a housing market that has been struggling to recover from the crushing blows it received circa 2008.
Pinnacle Foods' $6.6 Billion Sale to Hillshire Spells Windfall for Blackstone
Pinnacle Foods’ $6.6 billion agreement to be bought by Hillshire is a deal that will spell huge profits for Blackstone LLP. Blackstone, which owns 51 percent of Pinnacle, will realize a nearly 300 percent profit upon the completion of the sale. Deals like the recent deal with Hillshire are what allowed Blackstone to return more than $11 billion to its investors last quarter.
Alstom Says Yes to GE Offer but Frazzled French Government Prefers Siemens
Alstom has officially accepted GE’s $17 billion offer for the French company’s energy business, but a frazzled French government would much prefer Germany’s Siemens to be on the buying end. French politicians were in a less-than happy state upon the news that Alstom had agreed to the GE offer, although according to GE’s Immelt, the deal is not yet totally finalized and material changes can still be made before it becomes finalized.
Novak Djokovic Will Play Madrid as arm Injury Looks Better Than Expected
Novak Djokovic, after losing to Federer in Monte Carlo, reported that an injured wrist would keep him out of the game until further notice. Recently however, it appears that good news from the “white coats” has the Serb planning on a quick return to play in Madrid as planned. So, as long as there are no last minute surprises, Novak Djokovic will prepare for Madrid as his arm injury looks to be better than expected. The world no.
Hamas-Fatah Sign Unity Pact, Netanyahu Calls Emergency Meeting to Respond
Hamas has signed a unity pact with Fatah, in yet another attempt at Palestinian unification with aims at a two state solution. As the Hamas-Fatah pact was publicized however, Netanyahu called an emergency meeting of his security cabinet to determine exactly how Israel would respond to the move. To Israel and Netanyahu, the move by Abbas and his Fatah party appears to be a step in the opposite direction of peace.
Philadelphia Plays Tetris on a Skyscraper
Philadelphia decided to open its annual Tech Week with a giant game of skyscraper Tetris. The classic gameboy phenomenon Tetris, now able to be played on laptops, iPads, and other deceives, was played on a super-sized display to kick off the annual tech event. Gamers gathered to play the game on two sides of the LED-clad 29-story Cira Centre in downtown Philadelphia. It isn’t the first time a game has been played on a huge building.
Twitter Unblocked in Turkey After High Court Rules the Ban Unlawful
Turkey’s Prime Minister Recep Tayyip Erdogan has announced that the nation’s ban on social media is going to be lifted. Not all social media is going to be allowed however. The announcement, that Twitter will be unblocked in Turkey, was made shortly after a high court ruling which stated that the ban breached individual freedom of expression.
Fort Hood Shooting Leaves 4 Dead and 16 Injured
A shooting at Fort Hood is confirmed to have taken place earlier today which left four dead (including the shooter) and 16 others left injured. Information regarding the shooting, which took place Wednesday, has been difficult to ascertain, however reports suggest that the four dead include a gunman who opened fire and precipitated the fallout.
Israel Approves 700 Units, Abbas Moves Towards UN, Kerry Cancels Trip to Ramallah
US Secretary of State John Kerry has reportedly cancelled his trip to Ramallah in response to a move by Mahmoud Abbas and the PA to formally request to join a number of UN Agencies. Talks to reach a deal to extend peace talks between Israel and Palestine have been inching along, but now appear to have hit a potential stand-still.
Caterpillar "Legally" Saved $2.4 Billion on Taxes but Carl Levin Calls "BS"
Taxes. Many individuals shutter upon the mere mention of the word, and corporations employ hundreds of pricey brainiacs annually to minimize their tax exposure. Caterpillar Inc. however has been “smiling” a little brighter throughout tax season since the year 2000, and now it has become clear just what exactly put that “smile” on the company’s “face.” As the story goes, Caterpillar Inc. saved itself $2.4 billion on taxes, but Senator Carl Levin is calling “BS” on just how the company did so.
Nadal Wins Rio Open to Gain 43rd Clay Court Title
Rafael Nadal won yet another clay court title, this time in Brazil’s Rio Open. Nadal withstood a tough semifinal test from Pablo Andujar before eventually defeating Alexander Dolgopolov in the mens final. The win moves Rafa to 43 clay court titles, and is a nice confidence booster for the Spaniard coming just four weeks after his loss to Stanislas Wawrinka in the Australian Open final.
Ukraine President Yanukovych Signs Deal With Opposition in Hopes for Peace
Ukraine appeared as though the worst was behind it as sitting President Yanukovych agreed to make concessions and sign a ‘peace’ deal with the opposition. After an initial truce was announced Feb. 19 however, protestors and riot police faced off once again, and the blood flowed anew in the streets of Kiev.
Craigslist Killer Confesses to 22 More Satanic Cult-Related Killings
Craigslist Killer Miranda Barbour’s confessions have opened up a can of worms that hints at a much more sinister possibility than a thrill kill by a newlywed couple. Barbour (19), initially charged along with her young husband Elytte (22) for the murder of Troy LaFerrara, later made statements giving the impression that there could be more than 20 other victims.
Google Mystery Barge Ordered to Relocate
The Google mystery barge, as it has come to be known, has been ordered to relocate. The floating enigma has generated quite a bit of attention and speculation as to its purpose and use, but the attention did not however buy it any free passes. The mystery barge, which has been stationed at Treasure Island for construction, has been ordered to relocate. The barge had been a hotpoint of speculation as it floated around the bay without much explanation from the company as to its purpose.
Rep. Michael Grimm to Press: Don't Mess With the Grimm Reaper
Congressman Michael Grimm ran into a bit of an inconvenient speed bump after “the Grimm reaper” lambasted a young reporter for going “off script” in his line of questioning during a post State of the Union Address interview. The young reporter decided to ask a few more questions that apparently agreed upon, and the Congressman didn’t like it.
Stanislas Wawrinka Could be the Man To Beat in 2014
Stanislas Wawrinka, the new Swiss no. 1 and brand new world no. 3, could be the man to beat throughout the 2014 season. Wawrinka, who was battle tested and prevailed in the Australian Open final against the world no. 1, could find himself meeting Nadal much more now that he will be the 3-seed heading into the larger tournaments. The way he dealt with Nadal through the first set of the men’s final however, if he can keep it up, might mean that he’s the new man to beat this year.
Adobe Photoshop Introduces 3D Printing
Home » Adobe Photoshop Introduces 3D Printing Adobe Photoshop’s introduction of 3D printing has propelled the already formidable software right out into the future. The Adobe Creative Cloud (CC) will be updated to include tools that will help graphic designers transition from creating 2D objects to 3D ones. A free 30-day trial offers designers a chance to try it out and then plans start at $9.99 per month for individual access.
Egypt Declares Muslim Brotherhood a Terrorist Organization
Egypt has recently decided to declare the Muslim Brotherhood to be a terrorist organization. The declaration, which was made Wednesday by the military-backed interim government, in effect criminalizes all of the group’s activities including financing and membership in the organization. The declaration by Egypt’s leadership signals a stronger stance being taken against militant Islam within its borders. It has been nearly six months since the military coup which ousted Egypt’s Mohammed Morsi.
Walmart to Install Obamacare RFID Chip Scanning Health Machines?
Walmart has rolled out and installed a new bar code reading machine called a SoloHealth Station. The station, apparently, is the latest manifestation of a changing infrastructure, one that will be tailor-made to usher in a “Brave New World,” which some eagerly await while others warily view with caution and disapproval. Walmart and Sam’s Club have taken steps, which could be making such a world a reality.
Colorado School Shooting Victim Claire Davis Dies at Hospital
Colorado student Claire Davis, shot and wounded during the Arapahoe High School shooting, has died at Colorado’s Littleton Adventist Hospital Saturday. Davis, a teenager who attended Arapahoe High School, was shot in the head by a gunman while at school earlier this month. The gunman, 18-year-old Karl Pierson, came onto the school grounds with a shotgun and opened fire, ultimately leaving Davis with a head wound which lead to her death Saturday.
Craigslist Killers: Newlyweds Charged in Craigslist Murder
Craigslist has been cited as the avenue used by a newlywed couple to lure a victim which later ended up dead. The victim is thought to have been attracted by a Craigslist ad, later stabbed to death and dumped in an alley. The Craigslist killers have been accused and await their fate. One of the two newlyweds accused of baiting the victim with an advertisement has been ordered to stand trial. The charges include homicide, robbery, and conspiracy.
Duck Dynasty: Free Speech and Religion vs LGBT Rights
Duck Dynasty patriarch Phil Roberston has made public comments recently which have brought to the collective attention issues regarding free speech, freedom of religion, and LGBT rights. There has been millions of keystrokes, numerous articles, countless radio shows, and a fountain of Facebook posts made due to the the recent statements uttered by the Bible-thumpin’ duck hunter Phil Robertson.
Duck Dynasty Responds: No Phil, No Show
In an inspiring display of family loyalty and concrete faith, the Duck Dynasty clan has responded to the recent suspension of their patriarch with what amounts to, “No Phil, no show.” The duck hunting gang of countryside millionaires have decided to cast their vote with Phil in response to the actions of A&E to suspend the family’s head man. The entire affair began with comments made by Phil in an interview with GQ. In the interview, Phil was asked about his views regarding sin.
Trey Radel the Cocaine Congressman
Trey Radel, the “cocaine Congressman,” has announced that he will be resuming his post despite many calls that he step down and resign. Radel’s powder problems came into the spotlight in November as he was busted for possession of what is known commonly as “nose candy.” The first term Congressman released public statements as soon as he finished his stay in rehab in which he discussed his intention to head back to office.
Iran: Congress Wants new Sanctions
Iran seems to be trusted by the White House but distrusted by Congress. While the US administration has continually called for a delay on imposing new sanctions, Congress is not buying the act put on by Iranian leaders and has decided to take action. It appears that the White House trusts Iran to cooperate, while Congress trusts no one. The claim by those who support the administrations position is that the new proposal by Congress may scuttle negotiations.
Duck Dynasty: Phil Quotes Bible, GLAAD Cries Foul, Christians Silently Twiddle Thumbs
Duck Dynasty, the unique reality show about a country-dwelling family, has made headlines recently after Phil Robertson quoted the Bible in an interview, causing GLAAD to cry foul while christians silently twiddled their thumbs and watched the drama unfold. Phil’s quotes, given during an interview with GQ have caused GLAAD (Gay & Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) to speak out in condemnation about the Duck Dynasty star’s remarks.
Bitcoin Drama Continues on China Crackdown
The bitcoin diaries continue, and latest chapter in the drama is the China crackdown. China finally transitioned from bark to bite and ordered their largest bitcoin exchange, BTC, to stop accepting Yuan deposits. This is a continuation on what appeared to be just a load of posturing by China in the past, which by itself significantly affected the trading price of the crypto-currency. Bitcoin faithfuls woke up to see their hope of the future trading in the mid $400 price range.
India's Female Diplomat Arrested and "Molested"
India is outraged over the U.S. arrest and reported strip search of one of its female diplomats in New York. Devyani Khobragade was arrested and allegedly molested by officials in New York as she was dropping off her children at school, and the treatment she allegedly received afterwards has caused significant outrage in India. The procedures involved in her arrest have been referred to as standard by U.S officials involved, but India’s public views the actions more so as Devyani being molested.
Herbalife Called a Pyramid Scheme but Finishes Year Strong
Herbalife shares rocketed on news that the re-audit that was recently performed made no significant changes to the company’s financial reports dating back to 2010. The health-product company’s shares soared nearly a full 10 percent on the positive marks received from PricewaterhouseCoopers LP. While Herbalife and its associate celebrate the stock’s recent surge, hedge fund manager William Ackman and friends are not so impressed.
Robert Levinson: Used by CIA, Forgotten by USA, Burned by Media, Left in Iran
Robert Levinson was used by the CIA, forgotten by the USA, recently burned by media revelations, and left in Iran nearly seven years ago. The details surrounding the Levinson case are complex and his present whereabouts and physical condition are unconfirmed. It was back in 2007 that the retired FBI agent went missing in Iran. The story at the time was that he was simply a business man who had traveled there for private purposes.
Kris Kringle to Receive Eviction Notice in Near Future?
Kris Kringle’s potential eviction notice in the near future is not welcome news for children, the young at heart or those who still believe. This reason behind his potential future eviction stems from the greed of nations and their relentless pursuit of power and resources. It has been widely reported that the North Pole is now a place of contention between Canada and Russia.
NASA: Cooling Pump Fails on International Space Station
NASA has attracted the attention of the science world Wednesday with news that a cooling pump has failed on the International Space Station (ISS). A cooling system aboard the ISS has apparently been damaged to the point that it might require a spacewalk. The core of the problem appears to be that the system shut itself down automatically after it detected unusual temperatures.
Paul Walker: Fast and Furious Series
Paul Walker is no longer with us. The unfortunate events which led to the passing of Walker, along with his friend Roger Rodas, have caused a buzz to run through conspiracy circles which have latched onto apparent inconsistencies in the evidence and reports surrounding the destruction of the vehicle he and Rodas had been driving. Information regarding many of the various theories can be read within a previous Guardian Express article listed below.
Bank Regulators Approve Volker Rule
Bank regulators met Tuesday and voted to decide the fate of the Volker Rule. As of the close of the deliberation and voting, the Volker Rule has been approved and is ready to begin its use in an attempt to curb the ills of banking which have wreaked havoc in the financial markets. The latest manifestation of financial woes struck hard in 2008 with the credit crunch, and is still being felt worldwide today.
Benghazi - Another American Shot Dead
Benghazi has attracted US attention again as another American has been shot dead on its streets. Ronnie Smith, a 33 year old chemistry teacher from Texas, was teaching at an English-language school in Benghazi. He had been planning to return to the US and spend Christmas with his family, but those plans were cut short by news of his death. Libya has been embroiled in violence since shortly before the public ousting and murder of its former leader Moammar Gadhafi.
Bitcoin Takes Jabs From China and Greenspan
Bitcoin, a game changing new medium of exchange, has been taking some jabs from China and the former Fed Chairman Alan Greenspan. The revolutionary currency that has been commanding the financial world’s attention for some time now, has recently met with some high-profile criticism. The virtual money was chugging along doing quite well after a vote of confidence from US authorities, until it recently encountered some negative-Nancy attitudes.
Paul Walker Conspiracy: Conflicting Video Evidence
Paul Walker conspiracy theories continue to circle as conflicting evidence and delays with the coroners report are the latest issues being used to stoke speculation and garner tough questions. The movie star’s death has been grieved by millions around the world for more than two days now, regardless of the fact that no positive identification had been released by the Coroner’s office until Wednesday.
Paul Walker: Conspiracy Theories Run Fast and Furious
Paul Walker conspiracy theories are running fast and furious through the dynamic medium of cyberspace. In the wake of the actors death, there are some questions floating around regarding the circumstances under which he appears to have passed away.
Ukraine - Another Color Revolution?
Ukraine has seen a barrage of demonstrations recently which have drawn international attention. For days now, protestors have converged on Ukraine’s Independence Square in Kiev in order to voice their disapproval of the decision by the leadership to make an about face on plans to further European integration. The recent move to suspend trade talks with the EU ignited public demonstrations which seem to be escalating as the days go by.
Iran-Nuclear Negotiations on the Road to Armageddon
Iran agreed to concessions regarding its nuclear program as part of an agreement which was reached Sunday in Geneva. The world, and Israel in particular, has been on edge for quite some time now due to the continuing Iranian efforts to obtain a nuclear weapon. Just days ago, during a high-stakes game of international politics, a deal was struck that officials claim will slow the Iranian nuclear program.
Egypt - Anti-protesting Law Incites Protests [Video]
Egypt is still in social tatters in the aftermath of the Arab Spring which even after it swept through Cairo and reorganized the country’s leadership, tremors are still being felt. The latest issue which has agitated the people of Egypt is President Mansour’s new anti-protesting law, which ironically has itself incited more protests. In addition to the people of the nation, human rights groups around the world are taking notice and speaking out to denounce the new law.
Honduras Elections - Bananas, Cocaine, and Corporate Profits
Honduras is set to take to the polls Sunday, Novermber 24, in an attempt to decide the direction that the Central American nation will take as continues to chart its course through the 21st century. Voters in Honduras are braving tough conditions of crime and violence as they courageously head to ballot boxes in attempt to have their voices heard. These will be the first free and open elections since the military coup that removed the democratically elected President Manuel Zelaya back in 2009.
Two Men Arrested for Murder of 81 Year-old Woman
Home » Two Men Arrested for Murder of 81 Year-old Woman Murder is the subject on the conversations of many in Hamshire as two men have been arrested in connection to the death of Annie Beaver. The two suspects are being questioned regarding the death of the 81 year-old Beaver. At 06:00 GMT on Saturday, police found the body of Beaver at Sherfield Avenue in Leigh Park. Examinations have been performed on the body, however at the moment no results have been released as to the findings of the exams.
John Fitzgerald Kennedy - Protesters Crash "The 50th" Ceremony [Updated Videos]
John Fitzgerald Kennedy was the center of attention Friday as the nation came together to recognize the 50th anniversary of his assassination. As the day begun, even before early morning commuters were commencing their routes, it was clear that the weather was not going to smile down on the event. Conditions were frigid, drizzly, and topped off with an erratic but biting wind.
Katherine Harris' Husband Has Commited Suicide
Katherine Harris’ husband, Anders Ebbeson, is reported to have taken his own life. Sarasota police have released a statement Tuesday confirming that the 68-year-old businessman and husband of the former Congresswoman has committed suicide. William Hild, a pastor speaking for the Florida couple, informs the the public that the family is asking for “privacy, prayers, thoughts and love from the community.” According Pastor Hild, Ebbeson had been dealing with some health issues recently.
Beirut - Suicide Bombers Bring Carnage to Iranian Embassy
Beirut is counting the dead and cleaning up the carnage in the wake of a double suicide bombing that has caused more than 160 casualties including at least 22 dead. The blast took place in an area near the Iranian Embassy in the Lebanese capital. Suicide bombers are presumed to have brought the carnage to the Iranian Embassy in retaliation for Iran’s continued support of Hezbollah. The Lebanese group of fighters has been actively supporting leader Bashar al-Assad in the raging Syrian conflict.
Facebook - Turning James Bond into Jabba the Hutt!
Facebook has significantly changed the way life is lived on planet earth. The social media kingpin has probably had as large an effect on modern society as the cell phone. It is hard to even remember the days prior to the cell phone, back when you memorized peoples phone numbers. Back when you actually had to make an appointment with someone that you intended to keep.
Federal Reserve System Leaves Us to Ask WWJD
As we near the 100 year anniversary of the Federal Reserve System in the United States, its recent actions and uncharted future leave us to ask WWJD. “What Would Jackson Do” with the news of the long existence and operation of the Federal Reserve System?
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