March

Congressional Budget Proposals Contrast with Bush Plans

Important committees in both the House and Senate passed separate budget resolutions that stand in stark contrast to the Bush administration's budget proposal.

Top Ten Ways to Save Gas

This last week, the environmental group Sierra Club offered advice for car drivers concerned about the growing price of gasoline. The group offered 10 ways to save on gasoline costs.

Dangers of Hand Sanitizer to Children

A 2005 study by the Children’s Hospital in Boston compared illness rates across a study group of 292 families—half of them got hand sanitizers while the other half were given literature advising them of the benefits of frequent hand washing.

Spain's Zapatero Claims Victory in Parliamentary Poll

MADRID, March 9 (Xinhua) -- Spanish Prime Minister Jose Luis Rodriguez Zapatero claimed victory in Sunday's parliamentary elections.

Israeli Barrier Turns Palestinian Village into Virtual Enclave

Only a handful of residents are allowed to drive in, limiting the import of goods, while Israeli troops restrict further the amounts of flour, meat, and vegetables allowed in, according to residents.

Struggle for Cesar Chavez Holiday

The United Farmworkers (UFW) union launched this past week a new web site focusing on the life and work of Cesar Chavez, the founder of that union.

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