Whale watchers spotted the first humpback whale of the winter migratory season off the coast of Maui Wednesday. The Pacific Whale Foundation says several boats spotted the juvenile whale about two miles off Kaanapali.
It has been called the “burned-over decade,” a “dream and a nightmare,” the “definitive end of the Dark Ages, and the beginning of a more hopeful and democratic period” in American history.
Say no to Proposal 2 Not only has Jennifer Granholm publicly stated that she does not support Proposal 2, but Dick DeVos, Debbie Stabenow, and Mike Bouchard have also publicly stated they do not. When all of the candidates state this, one should look closely at what is on the ballot.
In recent years, many U.S. politicians and commentators have cited a nationwide "war on religion." But religious organizations enjoy an abundance of exemptions from regulations and taxes.
Two new shopping centers plan to open in Anchorage in the spring, bringing the city a new influx of retail growth in an industry that has been nearly stagnant for the last few years. Plans for a third center to open in 2008 have also been announced.
Streaming video is now available for those wanting to get a look at the Steller sea lions of Chiswell Island. The Alaska SeaLife Center in Seward is helping provide the video, which also now comes with sound.
January 23, 2006 U.S.: Secretary Of State Outlines Overhaul Of Diplomatic Corps - by Julie A. Corwin, Radio Free Europe With comment by Michael C. Ruppert (read this story) What they don't want you to know about the coming oil crisis - by Jeremy Leggett, The Independent With comment by Michael C. Ruppert (read this story) Nigeria
January 16, 2006 CHALLENGES 2005-2006: Oil Market Analysts Issue Dire Warnings - by Humberto Márquez, Ipsnews.net (read this story) Homegrown fuel: a waste of energy? - by Warren Cornwall, Seattle Times With comment by Michael C. Ruppert (read this story) America's days as a superpower are over - by Paul Craig Roberts, Creators Syndicate (read
There won't be a fluctuating sales tax in Homer. Voters Tuesday rejected a seasonal sales tax aimed at tourists. The measure would have raised city sales tax one percent from May through September and subtracted one percent from the current rate of 6.5 percent during the rest of the year.
Kenai District Judge David Landry's problems are mounting. This summer, the Alaska Judicial Council recommended that voters cast their ballots against retaining him in the November election.
