South Dakota duck population gets help from rain

Thursday, July 21, 2005

A wet late Spring season’s increase in rainfall helped duck populations rebound in the northern Great Plains near the U.S.-Canadian border. A dry Winter and resulting low ground water levels threatened duck nesting grounds in the area.

Much to the relief of duck hunters, who feared a possible 2005 ban on duck hunting, the most-recent waterfowl survey released this week by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service showed duck populations in South Dakota on the rebound.

This contrasted to a May survey that showed fewer ducks and waterfowl nesting areas in the state with the population of breeding ducks numbering 1.6 million, down from 1.7 million in 2004. The same May survey indicated that duck habitats, specifically ponds, had declined more than 35 percent from the historical average.

However, late Spring rains reportedly improved wetland conditions and irrigated grasslands for grazing duck broods and re-nesting hens. The figures are used to set duck-hunting limits for the fall season, which begins in August.

“I have observed many duck broods across eastern South Dakota in July, and grassland cover looks great statewide,” Spencer Vaa, a waterfowl biologist with the South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks said in an Associated Press report.

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Forget driving to the Olympics, says Beijing

Friday, September 22, 2006

Anyone planning on attending the 2008 Summer Olympic Games in Beijing, China can forget about renting a car when they get there.

Newspapers reported on September 18 that no private cars would be allowed near any of the venues in the host city, in an attempt to combat the gridlock that has plagued the city.

Known for its stand-still traffic, Beijing’s transport authority believes it needs to curb at least 20% of traffic flow to ensure the Games run smoothly. The number of cars in the city is set to increase from 2.7 million to 3 million by the time of the Olympics. Country-wide, annual car sales are expected to reach 10 million annually by 2010.

A good infrastructure is one of the International Olympic Committee’s top priorities when searching for bid cities. The IOC requires that athletes, support staff such as coaches, venue volunteers, spectators, and the press all should be able to get from venue to venue without hassle.

Existing plans in Beijing say that private cars may only drive in the city on alternate days. Plates with odd numbers would drive one day, while even numbered licenses would drive the next day.

Wired magazine has suggested fuel-cell vehicles may be China’s next cultural revolution. Vancouver-based venture capitalist Mike Brown told the National Post: “If they get aggressive about this, and they decided to build up a fuel cell manufacturing capability to sell half a million of these things, they’ll get the costs down faster than anybody else.”

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Cat Trees That Look Like Real Trees

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Cat owners know the intense joy having a cat companion can bring, but also the many problematic behaviors indoor cats can exhibit. Cats have the natural instincts to scratch, climb and sit up high in order to survey their surroundings. These instincts served the domestic cats ancestors well as wild animals in the outdoors. Cats prefer to perch up high in order to survey their surroundings in order to watch for predators and other threats to themselves and their young. A cat s natural urge to scratch allows for them to mark their territory. When a cat scratched, they use the scent glands in their paws to release their pheromones onto the object.

When the domestic house cat exhibits these characteristics, it can cause much stress for cat owners. These cat instincts often result in destruction as well. Scratched furniture, shredded carpets and curtains and broken valuables from jumping and climbing are common in households with cats. Cats need an area of their own to scratch, nap, climb and jump upon.

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Cat trees that look like real trees offer this stimulating and comfortable area for a cat and peace of mind for their owner.

Cat trees that look like real trees not only curb undesirable cat behaviors, but also help your cat stay healthy. Cat trees that look like real trees encourage your cat to do all the jumping, scratching, stretching and climbing they desire. This frequent exercise prevents a cat from becoming overweight. It also aids in keeping their joints flexible, which is especially important for aging cats. Allowing your cat to engage in this important exercise will keep your cat lively, young and playful for years to come.

Many cat trees that look like real trees contain safe synthetic leaves for your cat to chew on, saving your fresh flowers and indoor plants. Many also offer sisal rope or natural bark for your cat to enjoy scratching with no destruction to your home. Many cat trees that look like real trees are personally designed for each customer and serve as unique home decorations. Instead of carpeted wood boxes and poles in the corner of the room, a cat owner can display a forest-like oasis that doubles as both a quality home furnishing and a fun and adventurous place for kitty.

One of the bad parts about cat trees is that they are often hard to find and purchase. Although a number of major retail stores offer cat trees, it is hard to find cat trees that look like real trees. Luckily there are a number of sites that custom make them at a resonabile price. Now, any pet lover can get special cat trees that match their unique personality. It is obvious that any cat lover will want to get a cat tree for their cat. Therefore, it is best to get a custom, or unique cat tree that shows that you are not only a caring owner, but a creative one as well. Now, if you are looking to find cat trees that look like real trees, it is easier than ever to find what you are looking for!

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Ontario Votes 2007: Interview with Communist Party candidate Shona Bracken, Toronto Danforth

Sunday, October 7, 2007

Shona Bracken is running for the Communist Party in the Ontario provincial election in Toronto—Danforth. Wikinews interviewed her regarding her values, her experience, and her campaign.

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Google planning PayPal rival

Monday, June 20, 2005

Larry Page and Sergey Brin, co-founders of Google

Financial analysts say Google is planning an e-wallet service that could eventually compete with eBay’s payment service PayPal. Google has not confirmed the development.

The rumor is a first sign of Google’s expected expansion of revenue sources to capitalize on its advertising customer base and search-engine traffic. What form that expansion will take has been a hotly debated subject for the company whose stock valuation momentarily made it the world’s biggest media company on June 7, 2005. Even Microsoft has been mentioned as a possible future competitor.

Ebay’s stock valuation dipped more than 2% on the news. Paypal currently accounts for one-fifth of the company’s revenues. But one business analyst saw potential benefit for Paypal[1], depending on exactly how the “Google Wallet” takes shape. The uncertainty underlined the lack of substantive information behind the rumor.

According to the New York Times, the CEO of a major online merchant, who spoke on the condition of anonymity, was approached by Google to take part in this service. Steve Langdon, a Google spokesperson, declined to comment.

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Lemon Law Case Assistance How To Fight And Win

By Scott Hallman

Some consumers make the assumption that handling their Lemon Law claim themselves saves them money. Before you decide to “go it alone”, here are three things that are important to know.

1. Lemon Law Claims are complicated and you will waste much of your time and create unnecessary headaches for yourself.

Trying to research your rights and write threatening letters will usually cause you more frustration than it’s worth. Further, if you fail on your own, you will have wasted precious time. Or worse, what if you accept an offer and sign a release which you will regret later (including losing your Legal rights).

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2. Consumers have virtually no negotiating power with the manufacturer. They can’t cause the economic pain and publicity that a lawsuit can for the Manufacturer.

Knowing the state and federal Lemon Laws does not mean that you will be treated with respect. The car companies still play games, much like insurance companies. If you represent yourself, the manufacturer will likely drag out the case in hopes that you will either go away or take little or nothing to settle. When you hire an experienced attorney, there are no games. Cases get resolved quickly and the compensation you receive is fair.

3. Consumers get less money!

For the above reasons, attorney negotiated settlements are normally substantially higher than one’s negotiated by consumer’s alone. Chances are your recovery will be worth substantially less if you represent yourself (and you will have done all the work). Some consumers have been known to accept a month’s payment, when they are really entitled to all their money back! If you select a law office that has substantial Lemon Law experience, the manufacturer will already know your Law Firm and what the expected compensation will need to be to settle the claim.

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Wikinews interviews William Pomerantz, Senior Director of Space Prizes at the X PRIZE Foundation

Regardless of who wins the prize, people all around the world will be able to experience the mission through high-def video-streams.
Saturday, August 28, 2010

Photo of William Pomerantz. Image: X PRIZE Foundation.

Andreas Hornig, Wikinews contributor and team member of Synergy Moon, competitor in the Google Lunar X Prize, managed to interview Senior Director of Space Prizes William Pomerantz of the X PRIZE Foundation about the competitions, goals, and impacts via e-mail for HDTVTotal.com and Wikinews.

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British singer George Michael, 53, dies

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

George Michael, a well-known British pop singer and songwriter, died on Christmas Day at the age of 53. Michael was found dead at his home in Oxfordshire, England, by boyfriend Fadi Fawaz.

I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend — the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist.

Michael’s publicist released the following statement to People and Entertainment Weekly: “It is with great sadness that we can confirm our beloved son, brother and friend George passed away peacefully at home over the Christmas period. The family would ask that their privacy be respected at this difficult and emotional time.” He also reported that Michael had died of heart failure and “passed away peacefully”.

Sir Elton John said via Instagram, “I am in deep shock. I have lost a beloved friend — the kindest, most generous soul and a brilliant artist. My heart goes out to his family and all of his fans.”

George Michael in 2006Image: Insasse(CC BY-SA 2.5).

George Michael was born Georgios Kyriacos Panayiotou in London. Over his multi-decade career, he sold more than 100 million records. Along with co-singer Andrew Ridgeley he became famous as part of the duo band Wham!. Together, Michael and Ridgeley produced several hit songs, such as Wake Me Up Before You Go-Go, Freedom, and Last Christmas. In 1985, Wham! was the first Western band to play in China since the beginning of the country’s opening up strategy. Wham! dissolved in 1986. In 1984, Michael recorded the successful single Careless Whisper. Michael was credited as the solo artist in the United Kingdom and as “Wham! featuring George Michael” in the United States. Michael released a hit solo album Faith in 1987, containing hits like I Want Your Sex.

Michael’s life was troubled by both substance abuse and issues with his sexuality. He initially hid his identity as a gay man from his fans, coming out only after a very public arrest for public lewdness in 1998. He would later be arrested for possession of drugs and driving under the influence of drugs. He was sentenced to eight weeks in prison in 2010 for crashing a Range Rover into a storefront while under the influence of drugs and possession of cannabis.

Michael had a history of transforming his negative experiences into art. He wrote White Light about a serious case of pneumonia that led to his hospitalization in 2011, and the music video for Outside, which followed on the heels of his arrest and coming out, showed scenes of a men’s bathroom, a dance club, and men kissing while in police uniforms. He would perform White Light live at the 2012 London Olympics.

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