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Author Amy Scobee recounts abuse as Scientology executive

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Monday, October 11, 2010

Wikinews interviewed author Amy Scobee about her book Scientology – Abuse at the Top, and asked her about her experiences working as an executive within the organization. Scobee joined the organization at age 14, and worked at Scientology’s international management headquarters for several years before leaving in 2005. She served as a Scientology executive in multiple high-ranking positions, working out of the international headquarters of Scientology known as “Gold Base”, located in Gilman Hot Springs near Hemet, California.

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Israeli PM Ariel Sharon briefly opens eyes

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Monday, January 16, 2006

Israeli media is reporting that Prime Minister Ariel Sharon opened his eyes for the first time since he suffered a major stroke on January 4, 2006.

However, hospital officials said the reports were generated by the Sharon family’s “impression of eyelid movement, whose medical significance is unclear.”

“He was listening to a tape of his grandson and you could see tears in his eyes for a matter of seconds before he closed them again,” a doctor treating Sharon told AFP news agency on condition of anonymity.

Army Radio, citing unidentified close associates of Sharon, say the Prime Minister could “recognize people around him.”

However, hospital officials state that it is “too early to tell whether the development represented a significant improvement or was just a temporary reflex.”

Sharon had undergone a tracheotomy on Sunday to help with his breathing and to help prevent infection from his respirator tube.

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A Review Of The Orenda International Income Opportunity

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By Brian Garvin

Founded in March, 2002 by Bob Hall and George Hall, two brothers, Orenda International is a wellness direct selling company. It has been recognized as one of the 5000 fastest growing companies in the United States by Inc. Magazine. The company is a leader in the industries of Immune Science, Anti-Aging and Weight Management.

Both Bob and George Hall brings several years of marketing and networking experience to Orenda International. Both brothers have a real passion for the products the company represents.

Bob Hall has been involved in sales, sales management, marketing and product development for several years before co-founding Orenda.

George Hall had over 28 years of network marketing experience he brought with him to Orenda International.

Today, both Hall brothers have led their company to the high position it is now because of the drive, passion and commitment they have to the health and wellness industry they help to represent.

One of the products that Orenda International markets is called Oki, a name in native American Iroquois mythology meaning “Significant spiritual presence”.

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This natural flavored health beverage is made up of long list of fruits and other natural ingredients to support their centerpiece, the aronia berry.

This original aronia juice blend is Oki. This beverage has incredible antioxidant capacities that aid in protecting the bodies immune system, as well as being highly nutritional.

Orenda’s other health and wellness products are:

O- Tropin helps fight anti-aging with a blend of natural amino acids and herbs. This nutritional aid is recommended to anyone over thirty.

Orenda’s Anti-Aging Serum is a skin care product designed to use alone, or under the skin care product you are using now.

Orenda International also produces Immune science and vitamin products, addressing the individual needs of everyone in the family.

The Orenda Lean and Orenda Balance are two products that address weight management.

Orenda International cares about quality. Using the highest grade of raw ingredients and testing of their products for purity and potency, their commitment to health and wellness is of the highest priority.

Orenda International offers a business opportunity with low investment, high earning potential and low risk. There are no experience or educational requirements to be a home based partner. It is an organization where your hard work and skills determine your paycheck.

Becoming a Partner with Orenda International requires the purchase of their Partner Kit. This includes printed material, a DVD, a CD, a book and more information about the product line and Orenda International.

I’m sure there are plenty of good upline sponsors for you to start going after. Make sure before you join them that you find one willing to help you jump the hurdles that you’ll need to make it. Also make sure they have grounded marketing skills. As long as they do, you’ll have a much better chance in making a great success of yourself.

Orenda offers other options of becoming a distributor for them. They have a proven downline system that is very lucrative through their “Infinity Levels” and are with you, with all the support you need to succeed as an independent business owner.

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News briefs:May 27, 2010

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Greenspan’s testimony suggests “more of the same”

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Thursday, February 17, 2005

Alan Greenspan, Chairman of the Federal Reserve has suggested that there will be more of the same in coming months from the Fed. In his speech during testimony before the U.S. Senate Banking Committee on Wednesday, Mr. Greenspan noted that the economic fundamentals of the U.S. appeared to be stable. On Thursday, Greenspan spoke before the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services and when faced with questions regarding Social Security reform issues, he hinted that he was in favour of partial privatization of Social Security – but the general consensus on Wall Street is to expect more of the same.

However, economic advisors were somewhat disappointed that most of the testimony in both speechs was focused on the upcoming Social Security reform and did not address monetary policy as broadly as they’d hoped. Mike Moran, chief economist at Daiwa Securities America Inc, is quoted in the Investors Business Daily as saying “Chairman Greenspan provided few explicit insights into his plans for monetary policy.”

Greenspan reiterated his concerns about market reactions to the burgeoning federal deficit. “We are not sure to what extent and how much the market will respond,” he said.

Parsing Greenspan’s reports to Congress is a Wall Street obsession, but the general consensus from his recent testimony is to expect little change in the current Fed policy. Economists expect “measured” hikes to the central bank’s short-term interest rates from the next few meetings of Fed policy-makers.

“In my view the bottom line is that we are in for more of the same,” said Steve Stanley, chief economist at RBS Greenwich Capital to the Associated Press.

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Build Your Own Electric Solar Panel At Home And Cut Energy Costs

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Build Your Own Electric Solar Panel At Home And Cut Energy Costs by Richard LeggWhen the economy is rocky, people can’t help but think of where they can invest that will actually pay for itself. One way is to invest in a reliable source of renewable energy and figure out how to build your own solar panels. This is an investment that will actually pay off and save you money.DIY solar kits are easy to find online or from residential stores. If you’re looking to spend about $350, you can get a 20-watt kit. For about $600, a 1 kWh kit can run your television for 20 hours. Or, if you want to spend less, you can build your own residential solar powered panels.Tools and supplies to build your own solar panels can be found right in your own garage, or at a hardware store. Building these solar energy panels can cost between less than $100 to $200 and can power small appliances and even some lights. Once you get the hang of it, they can be wired together to produce more power and save more moneyABOUT HOME SOLAR CELLSSolar cells are the most important aspect of building solar panels. Also referred to as photovoltaic cells, they can be easily found online or in retail stores for about $1 per cell. However, conducting extensive research is important in order to ensure that you are buying a good quality solar panel.The solar cells of a solar energy panel are hooked together with copper wiring and organized within the solar panels to trap sun and convert it into electricity. Solar cells should be stacked together horizontally and placed outside in a location that can have the most direct access to the sun’s rays.Even a solar powered panel that is only 200-watts can convert sunlight into enough energy for charging a battery. It can also be converted to AC or DC voltage and the battery can collect and store power from the sun for when the sunlight is dim or there are power outages.HOW TO BUILD INEXPENSIVE SOLAR PANELSHere are some tips on building your own solar panels:*Find a small solar panel that is 12 volts or higher. *Get a small, rechargeable battery. You’re looking for a deep cell battery to hold a constant charge.*Purchase a battery box to protect you from the power of the battery. *Purchase a DC meter matching your battery voltage. This will convert energy from the panel and send them to power sources in your house. *Use a drill to attach the meter and DC input to the top of the battery box. Insulated wire can be used to connect the battery and the meter. Connect the first wire to the negative input first so you don’t get shocked. *Close the lid and situate the box outside in the sun. After approximately eight hours, your solar panel is ready to use.As a way of investing, it’s always smart to invest in renewable energy. Imagine having the ability to build your own solar panels at home and save money while doing it. Learning how to build solar panels is the best way to do this.Do you want to learn how to build solar panels and cut your energy bill by 80 percent or more? To discover how to build your own solar panels in less than a day and start saving money on electricity, click here to visit the site now: SolarPanelForHome.org/solar.htmlArticle Source: eArticlesOnline.com

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More worries of further contamination of food from China

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Friday, September 26, 2008

The World Health Organization (WHO) is warning that more food imported from China may be contaminated with melamine, a chemical used in the manufacturing of plastics. Melamine, although nontoxic in very small amounts, can cause severe kidney problems in large doses.

Guanshengyuan, a Chinese company that makes children’s candy, has stopped selling its popular brand White Rabbit, which is sold nationally in China, after tests confirmed the presence of melamine. Bright foods owns the candy company. Earlier their powdered milk was found to contain melamine which sickened over 53,000 people and was responsible for the deaths of at least four infant children. Guanshengyuan has stopped exporting their goods to the nearly 50 companies overseas that buy them.

Melamine has also been found in Hong Kong in baby cereal and vegetable formula made by Heinz. It has also been found in wasabi crackers which are manufactured by the Chinese company, Silang House.

Another Chinese food company called Marudai Food Co. has also halted the sales of several items such as meat buns, cream buns and corn crepes made with cream over fears that melamine laced powered milk has contaminated their products. So far there have been no reports of any illnesses associated with Marudai Foods.

Further items recalled or other products that feared to be contaminated with melamine are Mr. Browns Instant Coffee and tea products, along with their powdered milk.

The first report of contamination came last week when the Chinese health ministry confirmed that the companies responsible for producing the milk were trying to repair their damaged public image by increasing output using melamine. The Chinese Health Ministry has stated that most of the tainted milk was produced by Shijiazhuang Sanlu Group Co.

The WHO says that women with infants should consider breast feeding for the time being on infants aged at least six months, until the contaminated milk can be removed from the consumption chain.

“WHO recommends that all infants should be fed exclusively with breast milk for the first six months of life. No other liquid or food, not even water, is needed during this period. Thereafter, infants should receive adequate and safe complementary foods while breastfeeding continues up to two years of age and beyond,” said the WHO in a statement on their website.

In 2007, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) confirmed the presence of melamine in pet food that was imported from China. Samples indicated that wheat gluten, used as an ingredient in the pet food, was contaminated with the chemical. As a result of the contamination, the FDA said some of the contaminated gluten entered the human food chain. At least 45 people ate contaminated pork which was traced to pigs from a farm in California. The pigs had eaten feed that had been contaminated. There were no reports of deaths or illnesses.

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Danish PM pushes for new referendum on euro

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Friday, November 7, 2008

Anders Fogh Rasmussen, the Prime Minister of Denmark, said on Tuesday that he will seek broad parliamentary support for a national referendum on joining the euro, the common currency of the Eurozone.

“I’m convinced that we need broad support in parliament to hold a referendum, because it’s about the Danish currency and about stability and safety,” he said, speaking at his weekly press conference. “Recent events have shown the necessity to give the population the opportunity to vote on Denmark joining the euro.”

Berlingske Tidende is reporting that Rasmussen is meeting with political leaders to negotiate support for the referendum.

In 1992, Danish voters rejected the Maastrict Treaty in a referendum. It was only able to pass the following year after the Edinburgh Agreement granted Denmark an opt-out of the third stage of the Economic and Monetary Union of the European Union (EMU).

In 2000, Denmark again rejected the common currency in a euro referendum. The current currency of the Scandinavian country is the Danish krone. As part of stage two of the EMU, the exchange rate of the krone is allowed to fluctuate within a ±2.25% range to the euro.

In order to maintain this peg Danmarks Nationalbank, the central bank, adjusts interest rates and performs foreign exchange operations by buying and selling currency. To do this, Danmarks Nationalbank has had to raise rates twice, even as other central banks, including the European Central Bank (ECB), were lowering rates to deal with the current economic crisis.

As a result, interest rates in Denmark are now 175 basis points higher than the ECB’s rates. As recently as May, the difference was only 25 basis points.

Rasmussen heads the Venstre party which leads a minority coalition government. The main opposition party, the Social Democrats, also support adopting the euro as the nation’s currency.

While there has long been support among the politicians, the euro has failed when it has been put before the voters. However, recent opinion polls have shown a growing support for the euro among Danes. The most recent of these have seen those in favor just topping the 50% level needed to pass a referendum.

Rasmussen has said he wants a referendum put before voters before 2011. His government had originally planned to hold a referendum this past September to abolish the EMU opt-outs, but that was scrapped when Ireland voted down the Treaty of Lisbon.

On October 30, while in Stockholm, Sweden, Rasmussen said: “The euro ensures political and economical stability in Europe and the current financial turmoil makes it evident that Denmark has to join the Euro.”

Analysts consulted by Berlingske Tidende have said that an endorsement from the Socialist People’s Party (SF) could prove to be the tide-turner.

“If there was a vote, then I would vote Yes. But I am of the opinion that it is stupid to hold a vote unless we first have a real debate. We haven’t had a debate in eight years and all arguments need to be tested,” said Margrete Auken of SF.

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How To Make Successful Nba Bets?

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Format of the tournament

The League is composed of 30 teams which are equally divided on the Western and Eastern Conferences. The conference includes 3 divisions with 5 clubs in each. The regular championship consists of 82 rounds.

The winners of the divisions and 5 teams with the best winning percentage get into the play-off. The struggle lasts up to 4 wins. The representatives of different Conferences take different nets and will meet only at final match.

Peculiarities of NBA betting online

First of all, you need to get acquainted with the rules. The basketball quarter lasts 12 minutes, nit 10. Also zone defense is forbidden and this fact simplifies the actions of the attacking teams. Basketball association is constantly supporting financially its clubs. The difference in class of the favorites and underdogs is not as large as in European Leagues. 30% of the matches end with the winning of an underdog.

60% of winnings are gained by the hosts of the basketball court. 60% But don’t rely on brands as at a distance the margin will “eat” the part of the profit. Search for deeper regularities and bet on handicaps.

NBA is good for total bets. Bookmakers propose the action line up to 15 steps of total in both side and the margin doesn’t exceed 4 %.

One month before the start of the season, the clubs spend preseason games. The team plays 6-10 games which purpose is to estimate the basketball players and tactical progress. Such matches create the model of a game for a forthcoming season.

Winning series seldom last more than 10 matches. If your bank is huge enough use Dogon. Or, better , join the game when the team has won 5-7 times in a row.

The last team of a previous championship can become a leader in a year. Use statistics only of a current season.

Useful regularities of NBA betting

Important matches are usually played on total under. If we compare with regular championship, fewer goals are scored at play-off. The sportsmen are focused on defense and don’t risk. The tendency is the same during the first matches of a season.

Score 0:2 in a series is a verdict. NHL hockey players go further having lost two or three games in a row. But at NBA, the team that got such advantage was able to reach the next round only in 93-95% of cases. The score 0:2 had happened 280 times but only 18 times the team was able to win back.

The teams that have renewed their squads during the shoulder period, don’t demonstrate their perfect game during the opening match. The freshers need some time for adaptation as basketball demands team-work.

Bets on NBA winner

3-4 teams usually give points to other participants of the League by a level of game. Golden State Warriors, Cleveland and San Antonio regularly fight for the title. But shootouts are unpredictable that is why while making the prediction on the winner of the tournament, work, at least, with 10-12 pretenders.

Over the history of tournament, the competition was won by 17 teams out of 30. If the winner is clear at play-off, then the bets are like lottery. Especially when the equal teams are fighting for the title. Think about the bets on leader of the Conference or Division or just agree to bet that the team will get into the play-off stage.

NBA basketball betting strategy

Zig Zag theory is used for betting on play-off. Even Top clubs don’t win all the time and due to this fact some amazing outcome can happen. The matter is that you bet on a team that has lost the previous match. After the failure, the team is figuring out the mistakes and tactics diligently and the players are serious.

This factor is taken into consideration by the experts of bookmakers. The club is winning over the rivals but instead of increasing the handicap during the next meeting, it is the same or even slightly decreased. The same situation at the regular championship leads to increase of handicap at 2-3 points.

Strategy is good for competitive matches. Ignore the events with obvious favorite even if it is not marked at coefficients. Ill -judged bets won’t become successful. Don’t over – and underestimate the team.

Summary

Except unique peculiarities and regularities the NBA betting has its advantages:

– Regularity of events – every day during the season;

– Wide line and margin 3-4% on popular markets;

– A lot of information and statistics for analysis;

Bookmakers analyses NBA matches and that is why the bets have also some disadvantages:

– Ideal line of value coefficients;

– Tendencies are changing rapidly that is why there are no long-term strategies.

Bear in mind all regularities of the tournament, keep to the strategies you have chosen and analyze every choice. Don’t be afraid to use American resources.

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Wikinews interviews Democratic candidate for the Texas 6th congressional district special election Daryl Eddings, Sr’s campaign manager

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Tuesday, April 20, 2021

Wikinews extended invitations by e-mail on March 23 to multiple candidates running in the Texas’ 6th congressional district special election of May 1 to fill a vacancy left upon the death of Republican congressman Ron Wright. Of them, the office of Democrat Daryl Eddings, Sr. agreed to answer some questions by phone March 30 about their campaigns and policies. The following is the interview with Ms Chatham on behalf of Mr Eddings, Sr.

Eddings is a federal law enforcement officer and senior non-commissioned officer in the US military. His experience as operations officer of an aviation unit in the California National Guard includes working in Los Angeles to control riots sparked by the O. J. Simpson murder case and the police handling of Rodney King, working with drug interdiction teams in Panama and Central America and fighting in the Middle East. He is the founder of Operation Battle Buddy, which has under his leadership kept in touch with over 20 thousand veterans and their families. He was born in California, but moved to Midlothian, Texas. He endeavours to bring “good government, not no government”. Campaign manager Faith Chatham spoke to Wikinews on matters ranging from healthcare to housing.

An Inside Elections poll published on March 18 shows Republican candidate Susan Wright, the widow of Ron Wright, is ahead by 21% followed by Democrat Jana Sanchez with 17% and Republican Jake Ellzey with 8% with a 4.6% margin of error among 450 likely voters. The district is considered “lean Republican” by Inside Elections and voted 51% in favour of Donald Trump in last year’s US presidential election. This is down from 54% for Trump in 2016’s presidential election, the same poll stated.

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