2012年7月13日星期五

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Improve Care for Veterans With PTSD: Report

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 04:12 PM PDT

FRIDAY, July 13 (HealthDay News) -- Access to care for U.S. military service members and veterans with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) must improve, says an Institute of Medicine report released Friday that also calls for better tracking of treatments and results.

Panel calls for annual PTSD screening

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 03:59 PM PDT

In this Sunday, Aug. 9, 2009 file photo, U.S. soldiers patrol the outskirts of Spin Boldak, near the border with Pakistan, about 100 kilometers (63 miles) southeast of Kandahar, Afghanistan. The U.S. Institute of Medicine recommended on Friday, July 13, 2012 that soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan be screened for post-traumatic stress disorder at least once a year and that federal agencies conduct more research to determine how well the various treatments for PTSD are working. (AP Photo/Emilio Morenatti)The Institute of Medicine recommended Friday that soldiers returning from Iraq and Afghanistan undergo annual screening for post-traumatic stress disorder and that federal agencies conduct more research to determine how well the various treatments for PTSD are working.


Rumors Aside, Condoleezza Rice is a Solid Romney Running Mate Choice

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 03:34 PM PDT

Political rumors abound about Mitt Romney's vice presidential pick -- especially with public backing this week of Condoleezza Rice from high-profile conservative voices. Whom Romney will choose between now and the Tampa convention is anyone's guess. But who is No. 1 on some GOP voters' wish lists? Here's one Republican's perspective:

Virginia Gov. Bob McDonnell Ideal Pick for Romney's Vice President

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 03:34 PM PDT

Political rumors abound about Mitt Romney's vice presidential pick -- especially with public backing this week of Condoleezza Rice from high-profile conservative voices. Whom Romney will choose between now and the Tampa convention is anyone's guess. But who is No. 1 on some GOP voters' wish lists? Here's one Republican's perspective:

Are GOP Voters Keen on Condi Rice? Portman, Rubio Also Draw Praise

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 03:08 PM PDT

Condi, Condi, Condi. That's all veepstakes aficionados are hearing -- this week, at least.

Could ‘Truth Goggles’ Keep the Media Honest?

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 03:00 PM PDT

It's hard to know what to believe anymore, isn't it? Whether it's a politician boasting impressive growth statistics on the campaign trail, a news commentator warning of a bleak economic outlook, or a newspaper article cautiously optimistic on the housing market, lately all the numbers seem open to interpretation—or, at least, later correction.

Auditors say billions likely wasted in Iraq work

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 02:52 PM PDT

After years of following the paper trail of $51 billion in U.S. taxpayer dollars provided to rebuild a broken Iraq, the U.S. government can say with certainty that too much was wasted. But it can't say how much.

Condoleezza Rice's name surfaces, then fades, as Romney VP pick

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 02:32 PM PDT

WASHINGTON (Reuters) - Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice's name surfaced briefly as a possible vice presidential running mate for Mitt Romney, but faded quickly as an aide said on Friday she was still not interested in the position. The Drudge Report reported on Thursday that Rice was a front-runner for the No. 2 spot on the Republican presidential ticket, prompting endorsements by some leading conservatives. Romney's campaign has not commented. ...

Iraqis escape country's woes at lake resort

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:26 PM PDT

Iraqis swim in the lake of HabbaniyahJet skis skim across the lake as families picnic on the shores: a resort just west of Baghdad is an oasis of relative calm that offers escape from bombs, shootings and political squabbling.


Egyyptian Journalist Dies on Live TV While Defending Syrian Regime

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:18 PM PDT

Egyyptian Journalist Dies on Live TV While Defending Syrian RegimeWe won't call it cosmic justice but it does make you wonder: On Wednesday, an Egyptian journalist died on live TV while defending Syrian President Bashar al-Assad's regime. The bizarre moment occurred on an Iraqi TV station during a heated on-air phone debate between the Egyptian 56-year-old, Adel Al-Gogary, and Brigadier-General Hossama, a member of the Free Syrian Army, who Al-Gogari called a "fugitive soldier" and a paid mercenary for Israel shortly before he died. ...


USCCAR to US Officials: "Thank You for Not Forgetting Our Loved Ones in Iraq"

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:16 PM PDT

USCCAR to US Officials: "Thank You for Not Forgetting Our Loved Ones in Iraq"

Syria's Chemical Weapons: A Perfect Storm?

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 10:49 AM PDT

It looks like a perfect storm. Syria is believed to harbor one of the world's largest stockpiles of chemical weapons—which, for the time being, appear to be protected by well-trained Syrian troops. As violence in the country rages, however, Washington and its allies are eager for Syrian President Bashar al-Assad to leave power.

Fallen Soldier Celebrated at Dedication of National Initiative to Help Veterans and Families

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 10:32 AM PDT

Local Chicago Program, Easter Seals' Community OneSource, Used as Model to Emulate Program NationwideChicago (PRWEB) July 13, 2012 Today, distinguished guests gathered to celebrate the life of Staff Sergeant Donnie D. Dixon – a soldier, husband, father and son who died in the line of duty on September 29, 2007, in Iraq – and dedicate a new partnership in Staff Sergeant Dixon's name that's poised to change the lives of military service members, veterans, their families and the families of the fallen across the country. ...

4 reasons Mitt Romney won't pick Condi Rice as VP

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 10:20 AM PDT

The former secretary of State is reportedly a frontrunner to be Romney's running mate, but many doubt she's right for the ticket

Washington’s Most Influential Women

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 07:28 AM PDT

Washington is a town obsessed with power—how it is acquired, how it is used, and especially who wields it. In some ways, the answers are intuitive and obvious: by poll, in policy, by the president on down. But as we all know, there is more to the story. The noise of outside advocacy groups, the push and pull of conflicting interests, and the often-invisible impact of money all affect the use of power.

Syrian rebel tells state officials: defect, or else

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 07:03 AM PDT

BEIRUT (Reuters) - A commander of rebels fighting to topple Syrian President Bashar al-Assad said on Friday that soldiers and state officials had one month to defect, warning them that otherwise "death will find you". Raising the specter of hit squads, Colonel Qassim Saadedin said officials must take sides and face the consequences. The Syrian uprising is into its 17th month. Assad's opponents say over 17,000 people have been killed on both sides. ...

Artist's work rises from Baghdad's ashes

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 06:05 AM PDT

Iraqi artist Qasim Sabti speaks about the 2003 U.S.-led invasion during an interview with Reuters in BaghdadBAGHDAD (Reuters) - As Baghdad burned, Iraqi artist Qasim Sabti headed for one of the places he loved the most - the Academy of Fine Arts - only to find thousands of its books and archives on fire. It was April 2003 and the U.S.-led invasion of Iraq, begun in March, had reached the capital. Sabti, who had seen the blaze from his balcony in central Baghdad, recounts the destruction of 6,000 books on art and how he tried to recover just a handful from the flames. "I tried to save a Russian landscape book. ...


Insight: Syria rebels get light arms, heavy weapons elusive

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 05:53 AM PDT

A member of rebel group Khaled ibin al Walid Fighters rests in a temporary house used by rebels at Hamidiyeh district in HomsLONDON/BEIRUT (Reuters) - Syrian rebels are smuggling small arms into Syria through a network of land and sea routes involving cargo ships and trucks moving through Turkey, Lebanon and Iraq, maritime intelligence and Free Syrian Army (FSA) officers say. Western and regional powers deny any suggestion they are involved in gun running. Their interest in the sensitive border region lies rather in screening to ensure powerful weapons such as surface to air missiles do not find their way to Islamist or other militants. FSA fighters say munitions supply chains remain tenuous. ...


Syria's runaway ambassador: 3 takeaways

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 05:36 AM PDT

Bashar al-Assad's ambassador to Iraq jumps ship, the latest in a string of high-level defections. What does this mean for the country's 16-month uprising?

Timeline: Violence in Syria

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 05:21 AM PDT

(Reuters) - Here are some of the main events in the uprising in Syria: March 15, 2011 - About 40 people join a protest in Old Damascus, chanting political slogans in a brief first challenge to the ruling Baath Party. March 18 - Security forces kill three protesters in southern Deraa, residents say. They were demanding political freedoms and an end to corruption. March 22 - Hundreds of people march in Deraa and Nawa demanding freedom in the fifth straight day of demonstrations. ...

Iranian oil stuck in Egypt as Turkey cuts imports

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 05:01 AM PDT

LONDON (Reuters) - Turkey is struggling to import Iranian oil in July because of Western sanctions on ship insurance, trading and shipping sources told Reuters, leaving Tehran battling to sell oil now stuck in storage tanks in Egypt. Turkey, which relies on Iran for half its crude needs, has already cut imports of Iranian oil by a fifth from average levels of 2011 to win waivers from U.S. sanctions. ...

Saudi's Olympic opening to women 'small step'

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 04:04 AM PDT

FILE - In this Friday, Aug. 13, 2004 file photo, Hadi Soua An Al Somaily carries the flag of Saudi Arabia during opening ceremonies of the Olympic Games in Athens, Greece. Every country competing at the London Games will include female athletes for the first time in Olympic history after Saudi Arabia agreed Thursday, July 12, 2012 to send two women to compete in judo and track and field. The move by the ultraconservative Muslim kingdom to break with its practice of fielding male-only teams followed earlier decisions by Qatar and Brunei to send women athletes to the Olympics for the first time. (AP Photo/Laurent Rebours, File)Across the world, word that Saudi Arabia would send women athletes to the Olympics for the first time immediately rocketed to the top of websites and broadcasts. In Saudi Arabia's official media: Not even a hint.


Women Innovators: Leading the Charge

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 03:05 AM PDT

Gender Parity in Uniform

Doubts as Drogba hits China jackpot

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 02:21 AM PDT

Former Chelsea striker, Didier Drogba, will join his new team, Shanghai Shenhua, on SaturdayDidier Drogba arrives in China this weekend amid a spending spree on foreign talent that football chiefs hope will give the local league a much-needed boost but critics say is ruining the sport.


Iraqi officials: Bomb targeting Baghdad home of interior ministry official kill parents

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 02:21 AM PDT

BAGHDAD - Iraqi officials say the house of an interior ministry official has been bombed, killing his parents.

The Role of Arabic Translation in the Oil and Gas Industry

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:15 AM PDT

http://www.merrillbrink.com -- Alongside the continued growth of economies such as China, India and Brazil has increased demand and consumption for raw materials and fuels such as oil and gas. As companies in the US and Europe consider their opportunities to expand by doing deals overseas, they will have to consider the important role that Arabic translation will play in the deal-making process and its global supply chain in accelerating its time-to-market. ...

FurnitureInFashion is offering Essential Sleep Solutions

Posted: 13 Jul 2012 12:08 AM PDT

Online furniture retailer FurnitureInFashion continues to grow its range of bedroom furniture products by announcing several new products including beds, bedside tables, chest of drawers and several other essential items.(PRWEB UK) 13 July 2012 Online furniture retailer FurnitureInFashion continues to grow its range of bedroom furniture products by announcing several new products including beds, bedside tables, chest of drawers and several other essential items. ...

Ex-Marine Wants To Re-Enlist Where Tattoos Are Welcome

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 10:00 PM PDT

DEAR ABBY: My son is 24 and was honorably discharged as a corporal after a four-year enlistment in the U.S. Marine Corps. He was deployed twice to Iraq. Since his return he has been attending community college, but he lacks the focus and is bored. He has recently announced that he would like to return to the military.When he approached the Marine recruiter to re-enlist, he was told he's ineligible due to tattoos on his arms. After four years of honorable and devoted service, this rejection is insulting. ...

In Wyoming, Romney rustles up cash with the Cheney gang

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 08:21 PM PDT

Republican presidential candidate Mitt Romney speaks at the NAACP convention in HoustonJACKSON HOLE, Wyoming (Reuters) - Republican Party grandees gathered in the shadow of Wyoming's majestic Grand Teton mountains on Thursday for a high-dollar fundraising event that added to presidential candidate Mitt Romney's brimming campaign coffers. Hosted by former vice president and native son Dick Cheney, who often goes fly-fishing for trout in nearby streams, the country club reception and dinner brought in more than in $4 million for Romney, making it one of the biggest fundraising nights of the 2012 election season. ...


Condi Rice 'near top' of Romney VP list

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 07:36 PM PDT

Rice carries a lot of baggage from the still unpopular Bush eraMitt Romney's campaign team stoked speculation about who his vice presidential candidate will be as one report said Condoleezza Rice was a surprise name near the top of his list.


Iraq attacks kill two, wound 16

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 05:38 PM PDT

Iraqi special forces man a checkpoint in BaghdadTwo people were killed and 16 others wounded in five separate attacks in Iraq on Friday, security and medical officials said.


Activists say more than 100 killed in new massacre in Hama area of Syria

Posted: 12 Jul 2012 05:30 PM PDT

BEIRUT - Syrian activists reported a new massacre late Thursday in the central Hama province, saying regime forces killed more than 100 people in shelling and other attacks.
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