Yuma News
IWorks Billing Scheme Ringleader Agrees to Settle FTC Charges
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 29 August 2016 29 August 2016
Washington, DC - The ringleader and two other defendants in the massive IWorks online billing scheme have agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that they took more than $280 million from consumers via deceptive “trial” memberships for bogus government-grant and money-making products. In addition, the wife and parents of IWorks’ owner and CEO Jeremy Johnson have agreed to settle FTC charges that they received assets and funds as gifts from Johnson that came from the unlawful scheme.
Somerton Library games, crafts, programs and more
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 29 August 2016 29 August 2016
Somerton, Arizona - Teens are invited to the Somerton Library for games, crafts, programs and more! Ages 13-18 are welcome. There is no charge to attend any event.
Destination Somerton Library for storytime, crafts, programs, and fun
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- Written by YNN YNN
- Published: 29 August 2016 29 August 2016
Somerton, Arizona - Children of all ages are invited to the Somerton Library for storytime, crafts, programs, and fun! There is no charge to attend any program.
Main Library Open House
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- Written by Yuma News Now Yuma News Now
- Published: 29 August 2016 29 August 2016
Yuma, Arizona - Find out what’s new at Yuma County libraries! On Wednesday, September 14th, the Main Library will host an Open House from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Staff will be on-hand to talk about library programs and events. Learn about various resources and services, and how to download eBooks and other media. Enjoy refreshments, raffle prizes, and demonstrations of the library’s 3D printer!
Secretary of State John Kerry's Meeting With Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina
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- Written by State Department State Department
- Published: 29 August 2016 29 August 2016
Washington, DC - Secretary Kerry met with Prime Minister Hasina in Dhaka to discuss our broad bilateral engagement on democracy, development and security and our increasing partnership on global issues. In particular, he focused on our joint efforts to confront the global terrorist threat that both the United States and Bangladesh face.
NIST Study Provides Voice for Evacuation Needs of Mobility Impaired
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- Written by Michael E. Newman Michael E. Newman
- Published: 29 August 2016 29 August 2016
Washington, DC - A fire alarm sounds. An announcement comes over the office public address system: “A fire has been reported in the building. This is not a drill. Please move to the nearest stairwell and exit the building.” As your colleagues leave their desks, you loosen the wheel locks on your wheelchair and wonder, “Will I be able to get out of the building?”
FDA advises testing for Zika virus in all donated blood and blood components
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- Written by Tara Goodin Tara Goodin
- Published: 29 August 2016 29 August 2016
Washington, DC - As a further safety measure against the emerging Zika virus outbreak, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration issued a revised guidance recommending universal testing of donated Whole Blood and blood components for Zika virus in the U.S. and its territories.