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May
13/10

Buffalo Residents Put Up A Billboard telling President “I Need A Freakin Job”

Last Updated on Thursday, 13 May 2010 11:12
Written by Brandy Smith
Thursday, May 13th, 2010

As President Obama arrived in Buffalo New York today, he was greeted by a billboard put up by a group of unemployed residents from a group called the INAFJ Project. Their message read ” Dear Mr. President, I need a freakin’ job. Period.” The INAFJ Project was created by a Buffalo businessman named Jeff Baker, who lost his own small business 15 months ago. The billboard was strategically placed along the President’s motorcade to ensure that their message was seen. This comes after critics have complained that President Obama is not doing enough to help American people find a job. Buffalo, NY is the anchor city in a region that was already struggling before the recession and now have suffered greatly during.

The INAFJ Project has also posted a video on YouTube and a website called inafj.org.

Tags: 15 Months, American Buffalo, American Job, Anchor, Billboard, Buffalo New York, Buffalo Ny, Businessman, Dear Mr, Find A Job, Find Job, Freakin Job, Jeff Baker, Motorcade, Mr President, New York Today, Obama, People Find, Recession, Small Business, Unemployed Residents, Youtube | Posted under New Music, Uncategorized, World News |

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Feb
27/10

Potentially Catastrophic Earthquake Strikes Chile

Last Updated on Saturday, 27 February 2010 08:29
Written by Will Huff
Saturday, February 27th, 2010

In the early hours of February 27, 2010, an earthquake with a magnitude of 8.8 struck off of the coast of Chile. The earthquake released more than 500 times the amount of energy than the one in Haiti. Luckily for the Chilean people, the earthquake was located in an area not as densely populated as the one that struck Haiti.

The Chilean earthquake epicenter was located approximately 200 miles southwest of the Capital city of Santiago. Santiago did receive heavy damage though from the earthquake. The historic district was the most devastated part of the capital city. Constitución, Chile received a great amount of damage.

The death toll in Chile has risen to over 200 people and expected to continue to rise. Buildings in the area of the earthquake are damaged and the structures are weak and could lead to collapses. Also, bridges and roads have been damaged and people are suggested to avoid driving on them.

President Obama has pledged US help to Chile, an envoy may be sent tomorrow to asses the level of action need by the US.

If you or someone you know is looking for their loved ones in Chile, call 888-407-4747

Tsunami

The massive earthquake in Chile sent a tsunami across the Pacific Ocean and tsunami warnings were issued for all countries touching it. A tsunami of approximately one meter hit Hawaii around 4 p.m. eastern time. No heavy damage was reported from the tsunami though.

Jan
14/10

Earthquake in Haiti Catastrophic

Last Updated on Thursday, 14 January 2010 11:42
Written by Joey G
Thursday, January 14th, 2010

By now we’ve all heard about the terrible earthquake that totally devastated Port-au-Prince (Haiti’s capital) and its surrounding areas on Tuesday. What nobody knows for sure yet is just how devastated this nation will be after all is said and done.

As of yesterday 1,500 bodies were piled up outside of Port-au-Prince’s General Hospital and more are turning up by the hour. While official numbers are impossible to confirm at this time, predictions that over 50,000 Haitians lost their lives in this disaster prove just how awful this tragedy is. Not only that, but another three million citizens are now homeless and desperate for food and shelter.

As for the US, President Obama says the US will give $100m to aid the relief efforts in the impoverished country as well as sending rescue teams to the Caribbean island.

China, Spain, France and Great Britain are all using their resources as well in an attempt to alleviate as much of the burden that the country is already facing.

Haiti has endured several hurricanes in recent years, but many feel that this is the worst disaster the nation has ever experienced. We will keep you posted as new updates are released. Until then, be thankful for what you have and do not take anything for granted.

Tags: Attempt, Caribbean Island, Catastrophic, Citizens, Earthquake, General Hospital, Great Britain, Haitians, Hurricanes, Island China, Lost, Obama, Port Au Prince, Port Au Prince Haiti, Relief Efforts, Spain, Time Predictions, Tragedy, Worst Disaster | Posted under World News |

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