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2012 Ancil Payne Awards for Ethics in Journalism is Open for Nominations

Nominations are due by February 27, 2012.

(EUGENE) - The U of O School of Journalism and Communication has announced that nominations are being accepted for the 2012 Ancil Payne Awards for Ethics in Journalism for outstanding ethical decisions or work published in 2011.

The Ancil Payne Awards accepts entries from news organizations and professional and student journalists in broadcasting, print, or digital media. Journalists and outlets can nominate themselves or be nominated by a third party.

Vet To Vet Ohio

The WRAP or Wellness Recovery Action Plan is a way to provide... Through Facilitators and Certified Peer Support Specialists inside.

(CLEVELAND) - There are no words that adequately express the importance of employing our military veterans when they return home.

There are potential problems that these men and women suffer and bear, yet they are also the most reliable individuals any employer is likely to hire.

Afghanistan: Taliban vs. Zal Khalilzad

Taliban are not considered a Pashtun nationalist movement, on the contrary, they mimic ideological and political inspirations from Arabs and others.

(SEATTLE) - “Khalilzad: A Satan whispering in the Hearts of Men”, was the title of in an email sent to many recipients by two Piled higher and Deeper (PhDs) expressing their views about Mr. Zal Khalilzad.

Indeed, it is alarming news to hear a hardcore neocon Mr. Khalizad arriving on his white horse to rescue his forefather’s land from the fraudulent Karzai government and Taliban’s mayhem.

Sri Lanka`s Missing

Where are they?

(COLOMBO, Sri Lanka) - What happened to dozens of LTTE members who surrendered to the army together with Rev. Francis Joseph, a Catholic priest, south of the Vadduvaakal bridge on May 18 2009?

“Aananthi” (not her real name), the wife of one of the disappeared, told Human Rights Watch that she saw the army load the priest and the LTTE members on to a bus and drive them away.

I Miss George W. Bush

What is it that we appreciate in a president today?

(SALEM) - You know, President G.W. Bush was a straight shooter, we always knew what to expect, we knew what we could count on, and he was easy to write about.

Strange I know, but it is true. President Barack Obama is a big puzzle, nobody knows what to think, and he isn't criticized for what he is responsible for.

Indow Windows Garner News Award Nomination

Portland company is a 2012 finalist in Prestigious Edison Awards.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Indow Windows announced today it is a finalist in the energy and sustainability category for the 2012 Edison Best New Product Awards, which honorinnovation and excellence in the development, marketing and launch of new products and services.

The awards are named after inventor Thomas Edison, who registered over one thousand U.S. patents during his lifetime.

With LOVE to Vets with PTSD

“Physicians should use the same standard of care in recommending medical marijuana to patients as they would when recommending or approving any other medication.” - Frank Lucido, M.D.

(CLERMONT, Fla.) - This Valentines Day I send my gratitude to all US vets by way of a commitment.

First is to learn from service providers, advocates and concerned citizens from Florida who are out to educate state Senators and Representatives regarding the needs and how to help our homeless neighbors on Homeless Advocacy Day.

The Downing of an American Ace

Randy Cunningham's story may be closer to home than we all realize.

(SALEM) - Randy 'Duke' Cunningham's story runs a parallel course with this nation.

The first pilot to earn the distinction of 'Ace' in the Vietnam War, Cunnkngham became a politician and this U.S. Naval war hero went down in flames on bribery charges.

Banished: US Deports Hundreds of Military Veterans

First they served, now they are forced to flee.

(ROSARITO, Baja California) - Keeping tabs on his U.S. citizenship application wasn't much of a priority for Marine Cpl. Rohan Coombs when he served in the Persian Gulf War.

The aircraft maintenance specialist had more pressing concerns: the safety of his comrades as bombs rained down and people died around him in the desert.

Tell the Nobel Committee: Award Bradley Manning the 2012 Peace Prize

As Pentagon Papers whistleblower Daniel Ellsburg has said, Bradley Manning is a hero.

(WASHINGTON D.C.) - Pfc. Bradley Manning was just nominated for the 2012 Nobel Peace Prize!¹

Last week, Major General Linnington gave the final recommendation for Manning to face court martial on all 22 charges, including the vindictive aiding the enemy charge.