Hugo Chávez sets new time zone for Venezuela
Monday, December 10, 2007 Hugo Chávez, the President of Venezuela has set a new time zone for his country. The new time zone, which is UTC-4:30, is half an hour earlier than the old time. This time zone is unique and does not match any of those used by Venzuela’s neighbors. This morning, Venezuelans began the work week for the first time under the new time zone, which Chávez announced for the first time in a decree on November 27. According to Chávez, the new time zone would allow school children to wake up with the sun and it would prevent many poor citizens from having to commute before dawn. “These children have to get up at five in the morning… they arrive at school dead tired,” said Chávez. “And why? Because of our time.” He added, “This affects even the biological functioning of the body. It’s scientifically proven.” Hector…
Types Of Vehicle Wrap Design
Here’s An Opinion On: Verge By Eliz Guide Vehicle wrap design is quite different than design work for flat banners or graphics, and preparing the automobile for installation is imperative and crucial to the appearance and life of the car covering. There is more to it than just placing graphics on a car. This is the same as any new media. You have to learn it, and you have to know what will grab people’s attention. The vehicle wrap design is going to be the attention grabber! First, you have to know your automobile, and be keenly aware of the shape and size of the car. The shadows are a critical part of the vehicle wrap design process. Templates are a key factor because graphic positioning is crucial, especially if you have a lot of reprints that may break your business budget. Skilled experts do recommend having different angle images…
Wikinews interviews Frank McEnulty, New American Independent Party nominee for President of the United States
Wednesday, September 24, 2008 So far, the news on the U.S. presidential election has been dominated by Republican Party and Democratic Party nominees John McCain and Barack Obama. However, recently, some “third party” candidates have begun to gain notoriety, namely Libertarian Party nominee Bob Barr and independent Ralph Nader. Unbeknownst to many, there are several other minor party candidates in the race. One of them is New American Independent Party nominee Frank McEnulty. McEnulty has been interviewed several times by Wikinews over the past few months, but in one held earlier this week with reporter Joseph Ford, he went into detail on why he’d be a good president, why its necessary to support a third party candidate this year, and most importantly, why you should give him your vote. The interview can be read below. Contents 1 Interview 2 Related news 3 Sources 4 External Links Retrieved from “https://en.wikinews.org/w/index.php?title=Wikinews_interviews_Frank_McEnulty,_New_American_Independent_Party_nominee_for_President_of_the_United_States&oldid=4467294”
Telstra becomes the first in the world to switch to HSPA+ wireless Internet technology
Wednesday, September 1, 2010 On Monday, Australian telecommunications company Telstra has introduced dual carrier HSPA+ standard for broadband Internet business customers in the Next G network. This is the first time this technology is being introduced on national scale. The bandwidths the users can deploy increased into two to three times, with Telstra becoming the world’s fastest national mobile broadband service. The switch started with enabling the service for premium users. After some feedback, Telstra may expand the plan. Contents 1 Introduction 2 Technology 3 Election campaign 4 Distribution 5 Sources 6 External links The higher speeds for wireless are intended to simplify and ease multitasking of users. John Paitaridis, Telstra’s executive director, network products and services in Enterprise & Government, said “One of the reasons we decided to launch first to Enterprise And Government and Business customers is that clients are saying that their ability to access applications quicker…
Author Amy Scobee recounts abuse as Scientology executive
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. Retrieved from “https://en.wikinews.org/w/index.php?title=Author_Amy_Scobee_recounts_abuse_as_Scientology_executive&oldid=4579695”
Utilizing Digital Printing Services In Wichita Falls, Texas
Here’s An Opinion On: Places To Buy A Diary Near Me byAlma Abell Digital Printing Wichita Falls, Texas offers you a wealth of services. You can hire these service providers to supply your business cards, brochures, and marketing materials. Through digital printing you receive high-quality printing and designs that make a lasting impression on your clients. You may include any information you prefer as well as your company logo or photographs of your products. To learn more about digital printing services contact your preferred provider or visit their website. Advertising Materials Through your preferred printing services, you can acquire a multitude of advertisement materials. These printing providers will utilize multicolor presses and high-quality printers to produce catalogs, calendars, and other useful tools. These products enable you to present your target audience with a critical information about your services or inventory. You can generate fast sales by utilizing the products. It…
School bus crashes during driver’s examination
Tuesday, July 3, 2007 A woman, who was taking the road test to become a licensed school bus driver, crashed a bus into a utility pole in White Plains, New York, today. The wreck occurred on South Kensico Road between the intersections with Minevera Place and Oakley Avenue. The Journal News reported that the accident occurred at 11:30 a.m. EDT (UTC-4) and that neither the student driver nor the examiner from the New York Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) was injured. According to The Journal News the road was closed in both directions. Police and workers from the utility company, Con Edison, were on the scene inspecting the damage. The utility pole had snapped at the bottom and it was leaning on the bus. Wikinews went to the crash site and found that Con Edison crews were still working to replace the pole. Nearly five hours after the crash, a…
Vestas protesters sacked with immediate effect
Thursday, July 30, 2009 Eleven of the 25 workers at the Vestas factory in Newport, Isle of Wight, England who have been carrying out a sit-in since Monday July 20 have been sacked with immediate effect. According to one of the protesters known as “Mike”, the occupiers were given their dismissal notices concealed under slices of their evening meal of pizza. The company said that the protesters have had ample opportunity to air their point of view, and had no choice but to sack eleven of the twenty five workers that they had positively identified; and that given that the fact that the action constituted a “fundamental breach” of trust, that the eleven would not be entitled to redundancy packages. A press release from the company said that Vestas “saw no other choice than to dismiss the 11 employees, who the company has positively identified as the employees currently participating…
Billboard holds benefit Oscar party for Children Uniting Nations
Tuesday, February 27, 2007 Wikimedia Commons has more media related to: 79th Annual Academy Awards Children Uniting Nations/Billboard afterparty Professional photographer John B. Mueller was at the Children Uniting Nations/Billboard Academy Awards afterparty red carpet, taking photos for Wikinews. It is one of the largest events, following only the Vanity Fair and Elton John AIDS Foundation Party in size. Among the guests at the event were Lil’ Kim, Bow Wow, Ruben Studdard, Diane DeGarmo, DMX, Darryl ‘DMC’ McDaniels, DJ Spinderella, Dennis Hopper, Blu Cantrell, Tyler Hilton, Erik Palladino, Daniel Cage, Farnsworth Bentley, Aaron Carter, Nick Carter, Cindy Margolis, LaToya Jackson, AJ McLean, Joey Fatone, Shar Jackson, Tyrese, Tyson Beckford, Tara Reid, Rosie Perez, Radha Mitchell, MC Lyte, Jane Seymour, James Keach, Fran Drescher, Tommy Davidson, Bruce Davison, and Adam Kowalczyk. Even Mickey Rooney stopped by to watch the ceremonies. Larry Birkhead, boyfriend of the late-Anna Nicole Smith was still on…
A Laser Hair Removal Technician In Tucson Can Assist You In Getting Rid Of Unwanted Hair
Here’s An Opinion On: Professional Copywriter Melbourne Best Digital Marketing Copywriter Melbourne byAlma Abell Having excessive hair on your body can be very embarrassing and can cause social awkwardness this can especially be the case with facial hair. In the past people have had to tweeze or wax their unwanted hair but now with improvements on hair removal techniques you can achieve better results than with these past methods. The new method which is quick and virtually painless is the laser hair removal system. Laser hair removal is a great option for those who are looking for a permanent way to remove unwanted hair from their bodies or face. This process is quite simple and when done by a Laser Hair Removal in Tucson professional you will be pleased with the end results. The procedure itself is quite simple. It starts off with a Laser Hair Removal in Tucson technician…