Repressive governments, militants, and criminal groups across the globe are leveraging new and traditional tactics to control information and obscure misdeeds, silence dissent, and dis-empower citizens, according to Attacks on the Press, CPJ's yearly survey. The 2012 release marks the first year that the report's findings are presented with enhanced interactive features in the online version.
THREE LITTLE PIGS meet Charlie's Angels in a hilarious Kung Fu Wolf Caper spoof of the classic children's story at Lovinger Theatre/Lehman College on Sunday, March 11 at 2 pm, 250 Bedford Park Blvd West and Paul Avenue, Bronx on the #4 & D Trains. Children will be introduced to the oboe, clarinet and bassoon in musical selections before the show. Music arranged by William Scribner. Adaption by Dante Albertie. Performance is appropriate for children 3 - 10. All tickets are $6. For tickets and information, please visit bronxartsensemble.org or call 718.601.7399.
Now that mortgage giant Fannie Mae says it once again has lost money in its fourth quarter, it is asking our US federal government for $4.57 billion to cover another deficit.
Washington-based Fannie said it lost $2.41 billion in the October-December quarter, as a result of lower home prices. Revenue was $4.53 billion.
Our government rescued Fannie and its brother Freddie Mac, back in September 2008 to cover their losses on bad mortgage loans. Since then, the Federal Housing Finance Agency has controlled their finances.
Although his speech was unfortunately not carried live on Bronxnet, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. appeared on BronxTalk, hosted by Gary Axelbank. During the show, Diaz discussed his recent “State of the Borough” speech and other ongoing issues facing the Bronx.
http://www.bronxnet.org/tv/viewvideo/1329/bronxtalk/bronxtalk--feb-27-2…
" TRUTH IS SUCH A RARE THING: IT IS DELIGHTFUL TO TELL IT."
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The United Nations human rights chief said today that she is “appalled” at the recent escalation of violence in Syria and called for an immediate humanitarian ceasefire to end the fighting and assist civilians.
As the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva began an urgent debate on Syria, High Commissioner for Human Rights Navi Pillay reported on a “rapidly deteriorating human rights and humanitarian situation” in which civilians continue to bear the brunt of the Government’s crackdown against the popular uprising that began last March.
ROMNEY BARELY WINS. Michigan and Arizona Primaries.
SNOWE'S SENATE MELTDOWN. Wont Seek Re-election.
LEAP DAY. The Oddest Day Of The Year.
SLUSH, SLEET EXPECTED. Temporary.
IRAN SANCTIONS. Begin Today.
As the TLC prepares to roll out its five borough taxi plan, Council Member James Vacca will Chair an Oversight hearing on Thursday, March 1 to examine the length of time it takes for-hire vehicles to be inspected at its Woodside Inspection Center, both for new vehicles and renewals. Industry stakeholders have complained that the extensive delays force drivers to forgo weeks' worth of pay or encourages them to drive illegally while they await inspection in order to avoid lost wages.
There has been plenty of speculation on redistricting and how it will affect The Bronx.
Borough President Ruben Diaz, Jr. says its time to speak up now!
"For months, there has been countless speculation and innuendo concerning the future of our City's Congressional districts. Almost all of this discussion has revolved around carving up the Bronx in order to benefit other counties.