December 6, 2009
An unexpected drop in the unemployment rate has raised hope for many.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – A decrease in the unemployment rate has sparked hope for many that a sustained economic recovery is on the horizon. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), reports released Friday showed a decline in unemployment as well as a drop […]
December 2, 2009
The Virginia couple who became known for crashing an Obama White House state dinner is now denying they crashed the event.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – The Virginia couple who reportedly attended the first state dinner of the Obama White House recently stated in an interview that they did not crash the event. As reported by Reuters, […]
November 26, 2009
The president spoke of his family’s Thanksgiving plans Wednesday as he pardoned a turkey gifted to him by the National Turkey Federation.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – President Barack Obama embraced tradition Wednesday and pardoned a turkey gifted to him by the National Turkey Federation. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), Obama excused the turkey from […]
November 23, 2009
State job growth is reportedly being seen in positions for temporary staff.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – Many states reportedly added jobs last month, however, the growth is likely attributed to an increase in temporary positions according to economists. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), over half of the states in the country exhibited an increase […]
November 23, 2009
The White House is reportedly in a dispute with Catholic bishops over abortion in health care reform.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – The White House is reportedly seeking to find a middle ground with Catholic bishops who want strong anti-abortion provisions included in health care reform legislation. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the U.S. Conference […]
November 23, 2009
The USDA is reportedly in support of a proposition to reward schools that serve healthier meals to students.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – Healthier student meals may mean an increase in funding for some schools. As reported by Reuters, the USDA is in support of a proposition to provide more funding for schools that serve healthier lunch […]
November 20, 2009
A new report reveals five percent of 2009 fiscal year federal program spending was wasteful.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – A recent government financial report has reportedly revealed that an estimated 5 percent of money put forth for federal programs was wasted in the 2009 fiscal year. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), improper spending of […]
November 13, 2009
New Federal Reserve rules require banks to get consent from customers before charging overdraft fees for some transactions.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) - A new rule announced by the Federal Reserve requires banks to get consent for charging customers overdraft fees. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the new requirements are in response to a number […]
November 13, 2009
The U.N. recently released a report stating 200 million children across the globe have stunted growth due to hunger.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) - A new report by the United Nations children’s fund, UNICEF, states that millions of children across the globe have stunted growth due to inadequate nutrition. As reported by the Associated Press (AP), the […]
November 12, 2009
A recent study estimates that 2,266 veterans died in 2008 due to a lack of health insurance.
Washington, D.C. (WiredPRNews.com) – A new study proposes that a number of deaths of U.S. veterans last year can be attributed to a lack of health insurance. As reported by AFP, 2,266 veterans are estimated to have died as […]
