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Iran Claims to Not Believe in Nuclear Weapons
Iran's supreme leader Ayatolla Ali Khamenei held a press conference from the deck of the “Jamaran," Iran's newest naval destroyer in the Persian Gulf today. Ayatolla addressed claims that Iran has nuclear capabilities. The United Nation's evoked his actions when nuclear inspectors uncovered...
What Is a First Lady?
The term First Lady is used to describe a socially prominent woman deserving respect. This woman must possess one of two things to be called a First Lady: a president or Governor as a husband or expertise in the performing arts. Beginning in the late 1800s, the wife of the President of the United...
What Is Keynesian Economics?
Keynesian Economics is a theory put forth by the British economist, John Maynard Keynes. It was used to analyze the Great Depression and was influential in the decision of the United States government to enforce interventionist economic policies. According to Keyes, a healthy economy encourages...
What Is Excessive Bail?
Excessive bail is self-explanatory in that it refers to a defendant or accused party of posting bail in excess of what is required in order to assure the individual’s presence in future court trials with regards to his or her case. In these terms, an excessive bail acts as a guarantee provided by...
What Are Cranberries?
Cranberries are a popular ingredient and snack. These are native to North America and were already enjoyed by the Native Americans. They also enjoy a special and traditional place on the Thanksgiving table, as the cranberry sauce served right next to the roasted turkey. Aside from this, dried...
What Is a GSM Phone?
A GSM phone is a mobile phone that is powered by the Global System for Mobile Communications. This transmission technology was first introduced to the public in 1991 and has now become the most popular in the world. Unlike analog phones, GSM allows three voice calls to occur in the same time slot....
Off Shore Drilling Focus of Obama's Energy Plan
Off shore drilling was the focus of Obama's energy plan to meet the United States' growing energy crisis. President Obama announced Wednesday: "for the sake of our planet and our energy independence, we need to begin the transition to cleaner fuels now," in the form of "clean coal technologies...
Top 7 Beaches in North America
I love beaches. I've only been to one of the beaches on the list. So I don't want to be prejudice. But Santa Catalina Island is one of the prettiest places, beaches included that I have ever been too. Here is a list of the Top 7 Beaches in North America, in no particular order. 1 Hapuna Beach in...
Kelloggs Pulls Peanut Butter Snacks From Stores
Kelloggs has announced that it is pulling its Keebler and Austin brands of peanut butter snacks from store shelves due to concerns about salmonella poisoning. According to health authorities in the U.S., at least 410 people residing in 43 states have been affected since September 2008. The company's...
