The transatlantic economy accounts for more than half of the world’s trade and investment. The U.S.-German relationship is at the center of this economy. Since 1989, U.S. direct investment in Germany has more than quadrupled and German investment …
PHILADELPHIA – The Association of Library Trustees, Advocates, Friends and Foundations ( ALTAFF ), a division of the American Library Association ( ALA ), will present “How Louisiana Libraries Created New Beginnings,” ALTAFF ’s Specialized Outreach …
Birmingham, Ala. – In co-sponsorship with the American Library Association ( ALA ), EBSCO awarded seven librarians $1,000 scholarships to attend the ALA Annual Conference June 23-28, 2011 in New Orleans. The seven scholarship recipients are Megan …
CHICAGO – Space is still available for the “Boomers, Staff & Students — Engaging the Many Voices of Advocacy: An Advocacy Institute Workshop” during ALA ’s 2011 Annual Conference in New Orleans. The program will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Friday …
WASHINGTON – Today, President Barack Obama announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to key Administration posts: Azizah al-Hibri , Member, United States Commission on International Religious Freedom Nancy Brooks …
The United States and Germany share a unique history of security cooperation that began in the aftermath of World War II, developed throughout the Cold War – especially after German accession to NATO in 1955 – and grew even stronger following the …
President Obama is hosting German Chancellor Angela Merkel for an Official Visit June 6-7, which includes a State Dinner, where he is presenting the Chancellor with the Medal of Freedom in recognition of her many contributions to freedom, peace and …
Ambassador Rick Barton U.S. Representative New York, NY June 6, 2011 Thank you, Madame President and thank you, Dr. Osotimehin, for your candid and thoughtful statement. On behalf of the United States, I am especially pleased to be here on the …
East Room 2:02 P.M. EDT MRS. OBAMA: Well, you all look lovely. How are you? Good afternoon and welcome to the White House. You know, this is a special day. We’re hosting another state visit. And one of the things that we really love …
WASHINGTON, June 7, 2011—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that $7 million will be available to eligible farmers, ranchers and private non-industrial forest landowners in 11 states to implement conservation practices on agricultural and …
June 7, 2011 Artist rendering of the Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS). Download here. (Credit: NOAA.) The Joint Polar Satellite System (JPSS) program, which will deliver the next-generation of polar-orbiting satellites, …
June 7, 2011 Hawaiian Monk Seal swims in the Papahanaumokuakea Marine National Monument. Download here. (Credit: NOAA.) Researchers from NOAA have discovered a potent and highly-debilitating toxin in the endangered Hawaiian …
Remarks Hillary Rodham Clinton Secretary of State Treaty Room Washington, DC June 6, 2011 brightcove.createExperiences(); SECRETARY CLINTON: It’s a great pleasure for me to welcome the Prime Minister here to the …
CHICAGO – After six years, more than 220 America Library Association ( ALA ) volunteers from across the U.S. will once again gather at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for “Libraries Build Communities,” a daylong community service effort from 8 a. …
Deadline: December 16, 2011 Washington DC— The 2012 Service Quality Evaluation Academy, sponsored by the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the Canadian Association of Research Libraries (CARL), is now accepting participant nominations, …
Nearly one-quarter of all Americans trace their ancestry to Germany. Many traditions and institutions have become so accepted as parts of the American way of life – Christmas trees, Broadway musicals, kindergarten and graduate degrees – that many …
The United States and Germany share global economic goals, from addressing financial reforms to development and food needs worldwide. Reinforced through strong bilateral economic and political ties, we also cooperate in fora such as the U.S.-EU …
Dear Representatives Campbell and Peters, As you know, the Government-Sponsored Enterprises (GSEs) Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are continuing to bleed taxpayer money at an alarming rate. Treasury has already provided $154 billion to prop up the failed …
CHICAGO – The Association for Library Collections & Technical Services is pleased to feature the recently published Ithaka survey "Library Survey 2010: Insights from U.S. Academic Library Directors," offering a strategic analysis on the …
2011-75 June 7, 2011 For immediate release OTTAWA - Health Canada is advising Canadians that Tanta Pharmaceuticals Inc. is conducting a voluntary recall of all lots of Junior Strength Acetaminophen Tablets 160 mg and Children's Strength …
