Expedia launches Web site for national park tripsOctober 5th, 2009 Expedia launches Web site for national park tripsBELLEVUE, Wash. — Expedia is partnering with the National Park Foundation on a new Web site to help travelers planning trips to national parks.
Panel says US should expand national parks, spend more to preserve them for future generationsSeptember 24th, 2009 Panel says spend more on national parksWASHINGTON — An independent panel says the U.S. should invest more money in its national parks to preserve them for future generations.
Half-dozen children in Washington town sickened after stranger gives them gumSeptember 17th, 2009 Kids in Washington town say gum made them sickMAPLE VALLEY, Wash. — A half-dozen kids at a community center in a Washington state say they were sickened by gum they accepted from a stranger.
FBI Director Mueller: No imminent danger seen from case that led to explosives search in NYCSeptember 16th, 2009 FBI Director says no imminent danger from NYC caseWASHINGTON — FBI Director Robert Mueller says there's no imminent danger stemming from the case that led authorities to search New York City apartments for explosives and possible links to al-Qaida. Mueller made the statement during testimony Wednesday before the Senate Judiciary Committee.
Coming up is second of 3 free weekends at national parks, July 18-19July 14th, 2009 Free weekend at national parks, July 18-19WASHINGTON — Another free weekend is coming up at national parks and monuments. The National Park Service is waiving entrance fees July 18-19 as part of an effort to stimulate summer visits to the parks.
Wildlife declining in Kenya's national parks at same rate as outside areasJuly 8th, 2009 WASHINGTON - A new study has indicated that long-term declines of elephants, giraffe, impala and other animals in Kenya are occurring at the same rates within the country's national parks as outside of these protected areas. "This is the first time we've taken a good look at a national park system in one country, relative to all of the wildlife populations across the whole country, and we found that wildlife populations inside and outside of the parks are declining at much the same rate," said David Western, an adjunct professor of biology at UC San Diego, who headed the study.
Popeye can't puff in front of kids anymore!June 24th, 2009 LONDON - Popeye can no longer puff his pipe in front of kids, for the classic cartoon hero has been hit with an 18 certificate thanks to his smoking habit. Barmy health chiefs fear the sailor man may promote smoking habits amongst children.
Kids who join gangs feel safe despite increased dangerJune 4th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Children who join gangs feel safer despite a greater risk of being assaulted or killed, according to research funded by the US Justice Department. The findings by Michigan State University (MSU) criminologist Chris Melde, may help explain why youth continue to join street gangs despite the obvious danger, which he described as a 'paradox'.
Senate backs amendment to allow loaded guns in national parksMay 13th, 2009 Senate backs allowing guns in national parksWASHINGTON — The Senate has approved a measure that would allow people to carry loaded guns in national parks and wildlife refuges. Republican Sen.
London is Europe's dirtiest cityMay 4th, 2009 LONDON - Heading to London? Well, here's a piece of information for you-the UK capital is Europe's dirtiest, most expensive and has the worst cuisine, according to a poll of travellers. The survey of 2,376 European travellers by the TripAdvisor company also called the British capital to inhabit the worst-dressed locals.
Super-fit Jessica Alba wants to have more kidsMay 2nd, 2009 WASHINGTON - After losing post-pregnancy flab, Hollywood actress Jessica Alba says she's keen to have more kids with husband Cash Warren. The Sin City star gave birth to baby Honor in June last year and immediately put on weight.
Hugh Jackman rules out having more kidsApril 23rd, 2009 WASHINGTON - Hollywood actor Hugh Jackman has ruled out plans of having more kids with wife Deborra Lee Furness. The Aussie pair has adopted two multi-racial children, Oscar, who is now eight, and Ava, three, but the X-Men star is determined not to have any more.
Joel Madden doesn't know OctomomMarch 29th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Lead vocalist for band Good Charlotte Joel Madden has revealed that he has no idea who famed Nadya 'Octomom' Suleman is. Even though Suleman has been in the highlight for quite sometime, making headlines and gracing magazine covers, Madden was unaware of her existence.
Christie Brinkley turns to West Side Story to teach son about gang violenceMarch 25th, 2009 WASHINGTON - American model Christie Brinkley has revealed that she turned a viewing of revived Broadway musical West Side Story into a life lesson for her teenage son. Brinkley, 55, wanted her son to understand the violence of gangs and the danger involved with them, when she saw 13-year-old Jack and his sister reading an ad recruiting people to a gang.
Noel Gallagher embargoes US move to prevent kids from picking American accentsMarch 17th, 2009 WASHINGTON - Oasis rocker Noel Gallagher has decided never to move to America, as he doesn't want his kids to pick an American accent. Although Gallagher uttered his love for America, he didn't quite fancy the idea of having his kids grow there.
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