Press Releases on February 27, 2013 - EIN Presswire - Press Release Distribution Service

Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:13 GMT

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Jay Carney and Secretary of Education Arne Duncan, 2/27/2013

The White House Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release February 27, 2013 James S. Brady Press Briefing Room 11:15 A.M. EST MR. CARNEY: Good afternoon, ladies and gentlemen -- good morning still. Thank you for being here. As you can see, we …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics

Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:04 GMT

Eurocopter’s EC175 takes on the world: Global tour to demonstrate the performance capabilities of this next-generation medium-...

This tour uses Eurocopter’s no. 1 series production EC175 – which is configured for oil and gas operations – and kicks off with a two-week U.S. visit starting today at New Iberia, Louisiana in the U.S. Gulf Coast region. It is the first of multiple …

Distribution channels: Companies

Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:05 GMT

Eurocopter further expands its enhanced product line and brings a vision for the helicopter industry’s future to Heli-Expo 2013

“At Heli-Expo 2013, Eurocopter will highlight how we are meeting our vision of transitioning from an industry-leading helicopter manufacturer to the no. 1 vertical lift mission solutions provider,” said President CEO Lutz Bertling. “We will achieve this …

Distribution channels: Companies

Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:04 GMT

Airbus Corporate Foundation and Luftfahrt ohne Grenzen send humanitarian aid to Syrian refugees in Turkey

The Airbus Corporate Foundation and its partners Luftfahrt ohne Grenzen / Wings of Help (LOG), Turkish Airlines and Fraport AG have transported 35 tonnes of relief supplies from Frankfurt Airport to Adana, Turkey, today, on a Turkish Airlines A310-F …

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Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:03 GMT

Australian Department of Defence announces Initial Operational Capability for the Airbus Military A330 MRTT

The Australian Department of Defence has declared Initial Operational Capability (IOC) of the Airbus Military KC-30A - its designation for the A330 MRTT. The announcement was made on the opening day of the Australian International Airshow, Avalon, by …

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Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:03 GMT

Interfaith Alliance Submits Testimony to House Hearing on Anti-Semitism

Written Testimony of Rev. Dr. C. Welton Gaddy, President of Interfaith Alliance Submitted to The House Committee on Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa, Global Health, Global Human Rights, and International Organizations for the Hearing Record on “Anti- …

Distribution channels: Religion

Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:03 GMT

Boeing Joins the University of British Columbia in Composite Materials Research

Academia and industry to collaborate on new industrial applications for composites VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Feb. 27, 2013 -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] has become the founding industrial member of the University of British Columbia’s Composites Research Network …

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Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:03 GMT

Royal Saudi Air Force accepts Airbus Military A330 MRTT into fleet

The Royal Saudi Air Force has formally inducted into service the Airbus Military A330 MRTT new generation tanker/transport aircraft. Deputy Minister of Defense Prince Khaled bin Sultan dedicated the aircraft at a ceremony at Riyadh Airbase on 25 February. …

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Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:03 GMT

New Study Links Sugar to Diabetes

Statement of CSPI Executive Director Michael F. Jacobson February 27, 2013 Refined sugars, including high-fructose corn syrup, especially when consumed in soft drinks, increase the risk of obesity, diabetes, and heart disease. Dr. Lustig's study is …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on February 27, 2013 - 23:03 GMT

Reading the Human Genome

News Release Eva Nogales and Yuan He used cryo-electron microscopy to record how a complex of biomolecules is able to read the human genome one gene at a time. (Photo by Roy Kaltschmidt) Researchers with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE)’s Lawrence …

Distribution channels: Technology

Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:51 GMT

Club for Growth Action Launches PrimaryMyCongressman.Com

02/27/2013 Link to Article: http://www.clubforgrowth.org/perm/pr/?postID=1193 Club for Growth President Chris Chocola: “PrimaryMyCongressman.com will serve as a tool to hold opponents of economic freedom and limited government accountable for their …

Distribution channels: U.S. Politics

Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:47 GMT

B Reactor Tour Registration Opens March 2 - Visitors Have Come From 60 Countries Worldwide

RICHLAND, Wash. – The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) will open online registration for the B Reactor National Historic Landmark’s 2013 tour season on March 2 at noon. Families with children above the age of 12, along with middle schools and high schools, …

Distribution channels: Energy Industry

Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:47 GMT

Lion Pavilion Issues Alert on Undeclared Sulfites in Grassplot Ginger Slices

Recall -- Firm Press Release FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls and market withdrawals from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. …

Distribution channels: Food & Beverage Industry

Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:47 GMT

United Pet Group Inc., Voluntarily Withdraws "Ultra Blend Gourmet Food for Parakeets," "eCotrition Grains & Greens Nutritional ...

Recall -- Firm Press Release FDA posts press releases and other notices of recalls and market withdrawals from the firms involved as a service to consumers, the media, and other interested parties. FDA does not endorse either the product or the company. …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods

Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:46 GMT

USDA Invests in Research to End Hunger and Address Food Security Challenges

BROOKINGS, S.D., Feb. 27, 2013—Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan visited South Dakota State University today to announce more than $75 million in grants for research, education and extension activities to ensure greater food security in the …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry

Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:46 GMT

American Lung Association Welcomes Final TRICARE Rule on Smoking Cessation

New rule ensures millions in TRICARE will have access to evidence-based, comprehensive smoking cessation benefit Washington, D.C. (February 27, 2013)— Statement of the American Lung Association The American Lung Association applauds the U.S. Department of …

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Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:46 GMT

EA Joins Over 200 Companies to Oppose DOMA

EA has once again expressed opposition to the Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) by joining today with over 200 other U.S. companies in signing an amicus brief advising the Supreme Court of the impact of DOMA on the American employer. The group of 278 amici …

Distribution channels: Amusement, Gaming & Casino

Published on February 27, 2013 - 22:46 GMT

International Financial Institutions Call for More Coordination on Global Development

Press Release No. 13/60 February 27, 2013 Leaders of the African Development Bank, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Inter-American Development Bank, International Monetary Fund, and the World Bank Group pledged on February 26, 2013 close …

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