Hoku deal could cut funding needs by half Jul 31, 2008
Hoku will grant Kinko a security interest in its polysilicon assets to secure an obligation to repay $55 million to Kinko as a credit against product shipments over time. Hoku said earlier this year it would fund the plant through $240 million in customer prepayments and $40 million of its own cash. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Radley Balko: A Few Questions for Barack Obama Jul 29, 2008
But what is our national security interest there. Should we send the U.S. military every time there are wide-scale human rights abuses happening anywhere on the globe. (Fox News)
Rattled Americans Try Their Lottery Luck In Hard Times Jul 27, 2008
From the Hartford Courant. Tom Meredith of Simsbury, a restaurant chef who commutes 20 miles to work in Goshen, doesn't think of himself as a bellwether of economic trends. (FOX61, CT)
International Forest Products Limited: Queensboro Closure Impacts Interfor's Q2 Results Jul 25, 2008
The Operating Line is secured by a general security agreement which includes a security interest in all accounts receivable and inventories, and mortgage security on sawmills and charges against timber tenures ... Both of the term lines are secured by a general security agreement which includes a security interest in all accounts receivable and inventories and mortgage security on all sawmills and charges against all timber. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
CPP North America congratulates CPP Ghana Jul 23, 2008
It is just irresponsible to submit national security interest to a foreign company ... This shambolic sale must be halted, investigated by non partisan auditors and renegotiated taking into consideration Ghanas long term economic and security interests. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
US and Czechs to sign radar deal despite opposition Jul 7, 2008
Analysts say that bases in the former Soviet bloc would raise U.S. security interest in the region at a time when Russia grows more assertive about its role on the global scene. Related News. (Reuters)
Lender looks to Robert Sarver's company Jun 29, 2008
Under the proposed agreement, Southwest Value Partners would have a "first priority security interest in and lien on all property and assets" of Mortgages Ltd., the motion states. That means it would stand to get paid before Mortgages Ltd.'s other creditors. (AZCentral -- Business)
Judge delays Mortgages Ltd. trustee decision Jun 25, 2008
The attorney said Hirsch believed he was getting a security interest in the properties that Mortgages Ltd. helped finance. Clemency said Mortgages Ltd.'s management is unclear whether Radical Bunny's loans were secured by Mortgages Ltd.'s assets. (AZCentral -- Business)
Survey: 500,000 Iraqis fled fighting in 2007 Jun 20, 2008
The United States has a moral obligation and a security interest in trying to alleviate the suffering of Iraqi refugees and internally displaced persons, particularly those who risked so much over the past few years to help our military and diplomatic efforts in their country, Cardin said Wednesday. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- International)
'Extremist' family behind Tories' Khadr policy Jun 18, 2008
The government also defends its position as being in Canada's long-term security interest. "This is a question that has far-reaching implications for our country's stance on terrorism," says a "dissenting opinion" to opposition-led recommendations for Canada to "demand" Toronto-born Khadr's release from Guantanamo Bay. (Canada.com)
Hasn't the nuclear deal debate been done to death? Jun 12, 2008
The Left parties, which extend crucial outside support to the government, have been strongly opposing implementation of the deal with the US, arguing that it would compromise the country's security interest and independent foreign policy. Left parties have warned the government of serious consequences if it implemented the deal and the two sides are currently engaged in talks to end the deadlock. (India Times, India)
Remarks by National Security Advisor Stephen Hadley at Lunch in Honor of the United States Institute of Peace Jun 6, 2008
So we have a vital national security interest in helping these states strengthen themselves and fend off these threats. The challenge is to help post-conflict states or failing states or states under siege to transition to a place where their people are secure, democratic institutions are functioning, and development assistance can help speed them along the path to prosperity. (White House News Releases)
President Bush Attends Ceremonial Groundbreaking of United States Institute of Peace Jun 6, 2008
It's in our security interest to eliminate safe havens for terrorists and extremists. It's in our national interest to develop institutions that allow them to govern their territories effectively and improve their lives. (White House News Releases)
CPI Corp. Announces First Quarter 2008 Results Jun 4, 2008
Selling, general and administrative ("SGpenses were $83.9 million and $45.2 million for first quarter of 2008 and 2007, respectively. The increase in first quarter 2008 SGs is attributable to the inclusion of PMPS's costs. Additionally, expense increased due to $1.2 million of digital training and travel related to the conversion of PMPS studios during the quarter and a 2007 non-recurring reduction of approximately $838,000 attributable to a change in the Company's vacation and sick pay. These... (PR Newswire)
I pry with my little spy … May 31, 2008
After some considerable delay Barbour responded that he "regretted being unable to provide the information requested as it had not been considered of security interest". The wording of this response, carefully recorded in a "Note for File", is deceptive because ASIO did have the information. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Veep advises newspaper to retract story May 30, 2008
" The Council strongly condemns the publication and stated that it considers the paper's approach unacceptable, unethical, unprofessional and amoral and it has no regard for national security interest. Source:GNA Comments: All Rights Reserved, 1994-2008, ? Copyright GhanaHomePage. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Knight Energy Corp. Closes $1 Million First Tranche of $1.5 Million Debt Financing May 28, 2008
The Notes are secured by a first-priority security interest in all existing and later acquired assets owned by Knight, and by a first-priority security interest in all existing and later acquired assets owned by Knight's wholly-owned subsidiary, Charles Hill Drilling, Inc. The $1,000,000 Note will be due and payable on May 20, 2010. William J. Bosso, CEO of Knight, commented, "We are extremely pleased to close the first $1 million of the transaction with HD Special-Situations, LP. We intend to... (PR Newswire)
Barletta changes his earlier stance on Social Security with video May 28, 2008
Democrats and some Social Security interest groups interpreted that as a form of privatization that risked the retirement plan s future. When Mr. Barletta announced his candidacy in February, Mr. Kanjorski s Democratic backers seized on that position again. (Scranton Times, PA)
LETTERS: NCT, May 19, 2008 May 20, 2008
" MORE NECON LIES. BORING. Ron wrote on May 19, 2008 7:48 PM:Oh, I think your right! "Focal Point"@6:30 PM, Jefferson did sent both a Naval force and a force to contend with Tripoli pirates. Now, you can call them "diplomatic", if you like. But history tells us they were in fact, mercenaries, bought & paid for by US tax dollars. Sort of like.. say... Blackwater, or Dyn-Corp? Initially, Jefferson was in a diplomatic post, which is where he ran smack dab into this Muslim Punjab who told him, as a... (North County Times)
House Panel OKs Troop Pay Hike May 16, 2008
However, the bill would allow Bush to waive the restriction if there was a national security interest to do so. The bill also includes a major increase for the emergency response program. (Time.com)
Universal Energy Group Releases Second Quarter Financial Results and Operational Updates May 14, 2008
Universal's obligations to Sempra under the Gas Purchase Agreements are secured by the grant of a first priority security interest on substantially all of Universal's current and future assets, including all cash and cash equivalents, all accounts receivable and all deposit accounts ... Universal's obligations to Sempra under the Electricity Swap Agreement are secured by the grant of a first priority security interest on substantially all of Universal's current and future assets, including all... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Cinch Energy Corp. Releases First Quarter 2008 Results May 13, 2008
As collateral for the facility, the Company has provided a general security agreement with the lender constituting a first ranking security interest in all Company property and a first ranking floating charge on all real property of the Company subject only to a subordination agreement to another bank for the amount of, and as security for, a capital lease (see note 5) ... As collateral for the bank credit facility, the Company has provided a general security agreement with the lender... (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
WorldHeart Reports an Event of Default Under the Note Issued to Abiomed, Resignation of One of Its Board of Directors, and Results of Shareholder Vote at Its Annual Shareholders' Meeting May 10, 2008
The note is secured by security agreements entered into by the Company and the Company's wholly-owned subsidiary, World Heart, Inc. ("WHI"), in favor of Abiomed, that grant a security interest in all of their respective assets. Abiomed could exercise its remedies under law and under the security agreements, including foreclosing on the assets of the Company and WHI. An event of default also permits Abiomed to terminate the clinical and marketing support services agreement. (PR Newswire)
President Bush Attends Council of the Americas May 8, 2008
They're important to our prosperity, and they're important to the national security interest of the country. We share a deep bond, a bond between friends and a bond between neighbors. (White House News Releases)
Afghanistan Backs Pakistani Militant Talks May 4, 2008
A senior western diplomat in Islamabad, the Pakistani capital, speaking to CBS News on condition of anonymity, said on Saturday that the Afghan statement - while highlighting the security interest of Afghanistan - provided what seemed to be a semi-endorsement of Pakistans initiative. Rather than blindly opposing Pakistan, the Afghans seem to be accepting Pakistans position. (CBS News)
New plan for W Bank checkpoints May 2, 2008
Given this, Gen Paz said: "It is our belief that now, more than ever before, it is in Israel's long-term security interest to thoroughly assess the efficiency of the checkpoints and roadblocks regime, in relation to the damage and disruption they cause.". "The group examined the checkpoints and roadblocks from an economic perspective, whilst also seriously addressing security considerations," Mr Tahboub said. (BBC News -- Africa)
Martha's weekWorld at One's Martha Kearney reflects on a week in politics Apr 12, 2008
Gordon Brown needs to balance what the government has called the country's economic and security interest against his desire to project a moral purpose for his government. As I write, no decision has been taken. (BBC News -- UK)
Letters for Thursday, April 10, 2008 Apr 11, 2008
Then Ronald Reagan decided it was in our national security interest to kill peasants in Central America. Let's hear another curse for Reagan. (North County Times)
Iraq exit not on Bush watch Apr 10, 2008
The national security interest is to them a new rubber toy in a bathtub war game in which we are cast as baby killers and chickenhawks. No, Jim, they re so liberal of mind that they will never change theirs. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution)
Scrap UPA's minority schemes: BJP Apr 7, 2008
"BJP wants to improve relations with the US but not at the cost of the strategic security interest of the country," the BJP chief said. On the Tibet issue, Singh accused Centre of adopting a "weak policy" saying it was buckling under Lefts pressure. (India Times, India)
Completion of Hypernetics and Triodetic acquisitions Apr 3, 2008
The Credit Facility is secured by a security interest granted over the assets of Plaintree. $1. (PR Newswire)
Read the interview transcript Mar 31, 2008
But if there are interventions that can be accomplished at relatively low cost, in terms of risk to U.S. troops, and the prospects of long-term intervention and would save a significant numbers of lives, as a country I think we have national security interest in preventing genocide or ethnic cleansing from happening. So the classic example, I think, is Rwanda, where a relatively modest intervention -- if it had happened quickly enough -- might have saved several hundreds of thousands of people... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
DoD News Briefing with Pr... Mar 27, 2008
Just as he did last September, Secretary Gates arranged these meetings so the president could hear directly from those responsible for protecting our security interests in Iraq, the Middle East and around the world ... Clearly, when the president sits down to meet with the Joint Chiefs, the discussion there is not just about Iraq, not just about the CENTCOM AOR, but it's about our strategic interest, our security interest around the world. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
President Bush promotes trade pact, while acknowledging "a challenging time" Mar 21, 2008
"You can think of it as national security interest, but if that doesn't interest you, think about it in terms of helping folks just like this make a living," said Bush as he pointed to the two rows of Jacksonville Port Authority workers seated behind him at the Blount Island Marine terminal. The agreement is expected to increase exports to Colombia by 40 percent and help expand the work forces of about 9,000 U.S. companies, most of which are small to mid-sized, he said. (Jacksonville Business Journal, FL)
Ginwala hearings open to the public Mar 20, 2008
The terms also question whether, when he granted immunity from prosecution or entered into plea bargain arrangements with people involved with organised crime, "he took due regard to the public interests and the national security interest". At the end of the inquiry, Ginwala will submit a report to Mbeki who would decide how and when he would make the findings public. (iAfrica.com)
Is ARC entry into retail lending viable? Mar 15, 2008
But if such a company is proposing to buy the bad retail loans from the banks and financial institutions and provide the services of resolving such loans to the individual borrowers outside the purview of the Securitisation and Reconstruction of Financial Assets and Enforcement of Security Interest (SARFESI) Act, 2002, it may be possible to undertake such activity without obtaining a licence from the RBI.. It would still need an RBI licence to function as a non-banking finance company. (India Times)
Judge upholds mechanics lien against Hale Mar 15, 2008
A mechanics lien is essentially a security interest on property, in this case the First Mariner Tower, that contractors or other laborers can seek when owed money for work on a specific project. With a lien in place, Kane Construction could move to have the tower sold in a foreclosure sale and collect the money it is owed from the proceeds of that sale. (Baltimore Business Journal, MD)
Advocates Slam Judge for $5G-a-Day Reporter Fine Mar 9, 2008
"There's not a national security interest at peril in this case," she said. "This is all about reporters being able to do what they do every day.". (Fox News)
Latin American Relations In Turmoil After Killing Mar 8, 2008
This is in line with U.N. Security Council resolution 1373, passed after Sept. 11, 2001, which acknowledges a country's right to defend its national security interest. The Turkish, Israeli and U.S. governments have engaged in similar "hot pursuit" actions in Iraq, Lebanon and Somalia, respectively--legitimized through reference to self- and the failure of these states to provide effective control. (Forbes -- Business)
Terms of Service Mar 7, 2008
grants you a personal, non-transferable and non-exclusive right and license to use the object code of its Software on a single computer; provided that you do not (and do not allow any third party to) copy, modify, create a derivative work from, reverse engineer, reverse assemble or otherwise attempt to discover any source code, sell, assign, sublicense, grant a security interest in or otherwise transfer any right in the Software. You agree not to modify the Software in any manner or form, nor to... (Yahoo News -- Auto Racing)
Opinion: Why Kenya is critical to Africa's future Mar 7, 2008
Yet Africa's security interest depends on this deficit being redressed sooner rather than later. Francis Kornegay is a senior researcher at the Center for Policy Studies in Johannesburg. (Christian Science Monitor)
Thousands of top domains hacked Mar 5, 2008
"Just as all countries factor in military defence in their sovereign security interest, it is time immediate steps are taken by these countries to create comprehensive and dedicated Net security defence systems, which not only alert and analyse post attacks, but actively seek to search and prevent potential threats," he added. According to Singhal, there is a special lesson that countries like India need to learn in this. (India Times, India)
Japan's Amari Defends Review of Hedge Fund TCI's Bid for Stake in J-Power Mar 5, 2008
National security interest is generally a legitimate concern,'' said , a San Francisco-based litigator at Howrey LLP. ``Every country has to protect its national security, and power is a sensitive industry. . (Bloomberg)
Central European Media Enterprises to Offer $425 Million of Senior Convertible Notes Mar 4, 2008
The notes will be secured by a security interest in the shares of the two subsidiary guarantors and certain contractual claims of CME.. In connection with this offering, CME plans to enter into capped call transactions with one or more counterparties, which will include the initial purchasers or their affiliates. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Art In Motion Income Fund Appoints Trustees and Announces 2007 Annual and Fourth Quarter Results Mar 3, 2008
The credit facilities are secured by a general security agreement creating a first security interest in the personal property of AIM LP, a first charge over the land and buildings and a floating charge over all other acquired real property of AIM LP. The credit facilities are subject to customary terms and conditions, leverage and interest coverage ratios. As of December 31, 2007, the Fund was in compliance with its covenants. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
Navy sonar restricted Mar 2, 2008
" He said although a preliminary injunction is warranted, it is mitigated by "the undeniable national security interest of having a competently trained Navy in these uncertain times. " Judge imposes limits on training U.S. District Judge David Ezra ordered the Navy to: ? Cut the power of sonar used in exercises by 6 decibels if a marine mammal is spotted within 4,950 feet and until the animal has left the area or is not sighted for 30 minutes. ? Cut the power of the sonar by 10 decibels when a... (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Angelina Jolie: Staying to Help in Iraq... Feb 29, 2008
My visit left me even more deeply convinced that we not only have a moral obligation to help displaced Iraqi families, but also a serious, long-term, national security interest in ending this crisis. Today's humanitarian crisis in Iraq -- and the potential consequences for our national security -- are great. (The Drudge Report)
Bank Explains Terms of McCain Loan Feb 26, 2008
"The bank does not now have, nor did it ever receive from (McCain's campaign) committee, a security interest in any certification of matching funds," Bergman and Thomas wrote. "Any finding or determination to the contrary would be wholly inconsistent with the language of the loan documents, the intent and understanding of the parties and basic principles of banking, security and uniform commercial code law.". (Newsmax)
More of this story Feb 23, 2008
The motion said she did not show any act of mortgage or security interest in immovable property within the state, which is a requirement for the bond release of individuals charged with a sex offense. Parish records show that Allan Schaeffer lived at the LaPlace address that Karyn Schaeffer listed on the bond. (L Observateur, LA)
Roundtable Interview of the President and the First Lady by the Travel Pool Feb 22, 2008
It's worth our national security interest and it's worth our interest to help people learn to read and write and save babies' lives from mosquito bites. That's what I hope they realize, and that's one of the main -- that's a critical reason to go on the trip. (White House News Releases)
Former deputy's bond release disputed Feb 21, 2008
The documents don't show any other act of mortgage or security interest as required by law, according to the motion ... According to the motion, a person who is charged with a sex offense may be allowed to bond out only through a personal surety and mortgage or security interest in immovable property within the state. (Nola.com -- Sports)
President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with President Kagame of Rwanda Feb 20, 2008
It's in our security interest to help alleve areas of the world from hopelessness. It's in our moral interest to help save lives. (White House News Releases)
Roundtable Interview of the President with Foreign Radio Media Feb 16, 2008
So it's in our national security interest, Edwin, that we deal with the conditions that enable ideologues -- the ideologues of hate to recruit. Remember that the ideology that is prevalent, that uses murder as a weapon, cannot recruit in hopeful places. (White House News Releases)
BUSH TO AFRICA: Says Paternalism Over in Aid... Feb 15, 2008
The president said the United States has a moral imperative and a vital security interest in helping Africa overcome disease, poverty and instability. His message reflected that foreign aid goes over better with lawmakers and the taxpaying public when it turns up tangible results and lasting change. (The Drudge Report)
Housing economy forces family business to reorganize Feb 14, 2008
The bank's liens and security interest probably encumber most or all of the company's assets, according to the summary. Several buildings at its main plant on West Knox Street were damaged by fire in January 2006. (Tampa Bay Business Journal, FL)
Memorandum for the Secretary of State Feb 13, 2008
Furthermore, I hereby determine that it is in the national security interest of the United States to waive that sanction, pursuant to section 604(c) of the Act. This waiver shall be effective for a period of 180 days from the date hereof or until such time as the next report required by section 603 of the Act is transmitted to the Congress, whichever is later. (White House News Releases)
DoD News Briefing with Brig. Gen. Hartmann from the Pentagon Feb 12, 2008
Classified evidence is classified for the purpose of protecting the national security interest and our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines in the field, and other operatives. So to the extent that that is necessary, we will apply that standard in the courtroom. (DOD DefenseLINK -- News)
President Bush Attends Ceremonial Swearing in of Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer Feb 7, 2008
It's in our national security interest that we're self-sufficient in food. Farm income, farm equity and farm exports have all reached all-time records. (White House News Releases)
Candidates answer Q & A on key issues Jan 31, 2008
The first is feeding our people is a national security interest. So it's not just about farmers, it's about us the consumers who eat who need to have access to the farm food. (Pekin Times, IL)
Sheriff's report: Jan. 4- 10, 2008 Jan 31, 2008
Endangering Security Interest 1. Giving False Information 2. (Catoosa County News, GA)
Transcript of debate Jan 31, 2008
But the point is that we need to protect America's national security interest. It's not a matter of presence. (CNN)
Memorandum of Justification for Waiver of Section 1083 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2008 with Respect to Iraq Jan 29, 2008
(A) the waiver is in the national security interest of the United States ... A waiver of all provisions of section 1083 with respect to Iraq, and all agencies and instrumentalities thereof, is in the national security interest of the United States and will promote the reconstruction of, the consolidation of democracy in, and the relations of the United States with, Iraq. (White House News Releases)
Iberdrolas proposed acquisition of Energy East Corporation may witness a delay in its close, source says Jan 24, 2008
The staff has suggested that Energy East subsidiaries in NY, New York State Electric & Gas Corporation and Rochester Gas & Electric Corporation, should be required to establish a golden share which establishes a security interest held by a shareholder independent from other investors and the parent. Creating a golden share, the staff said, is key on the ring fencing and is intended to limit Iberdrolas or Energy Easts right to commit any voluntary bankruptcy, liquidation... (FT.com -- Markets)
Municipal Solutions Group, Inc. Announces $1,000,000 Convertible Debt Financing Jan 19, 2008
The Debentures will mature on the date which is 18 months after the date of their issuance and repayment of all principal and interest will be secured by a general security interest over all of the assets of both Municipal and its wholly-owned subsidiary, Municipal Software Corporation. Beginning on the date which is six months after the date on which the Debentures are issued, the Debentures will be convertible, at the option of the holder, into common shares of Municipal at a price of $0. (CCNMatthews Press Releases)
President Bush Meets with Special Envoy for Sudan Rich Williamson Jan 18, 2008
So it's in our national security interest and it's in our -- in the interest of our conscience to confront this, what we have called a genocide. And I want to thank you for taking this on. (White House News Releases)
