HEADLINES FROM MY CAVE NEWS BLOG THIS MORNING:
247 WallSt.com | India Buys 200 Tons Of Gold And Moves From The Dollar
State.gov | Secretary Clinton Announces Global Partnerships to Advance Cairo's "New Beginning" - Reaffirmed the commitment of US to Muslims globally
EARTHQUAKES
Watching global earthquakes on USGS ( http://earthquake.usgs.gov/earthquakes/recenteqsww/Quakes/quakes_all.php ) will also provides good global geography lessons. This morning there was the following quake - not such a big magnitude to grab attention, but knowing where these islands are located - it grabbed my personal attention - SINCE THERE ARE OVER 30 VOLCANOES IN THIS REGION OF THE GLOBE!
| MAP | 5.4 | 2009/11/03 11:30:06 | -56.918 | -24.982 | 10.0 | SOUTH SANDWICH ISLANDS REGION |
NOTICE THE QUAKES THAT HAVE BEEN TAKING PLACE IN THE SANDWICH ISLAND REGIONS BETWEEN SOUTH AMERICA AND ANTARCTICA!
http://www.volcano.si.edu/world/region.cfm?rnum=1900VOLCANOES: Antarctica and South Sandwich Islands
The Global Volcanism Program database for Antarctica and South Sandwich Islands currently contains 31 Holocene volcanoes, sorted below in geographical (volcano number) order. Descriptions of the various "Volcano Type" and "Volcano Status" designations can be found on the Volcano Data Criteria page.
| Photo | Volcano Name | Volcano Type | Volcano Status | Location |
| BUCKLE ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Historical | Balleny Islands | |
| YOUNG ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Fumarolic | Balleny Islands | |
| STURGE ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Uncertain | Balleny Islands | |
| THE PLEIADES | Stratovolcano | Potassium-Argon | Antarctica | |
| UNNAMED | Scoria cones | Holocene? | Antarctica | |
 | MELBOURNE | Stratovolcano | Tephrochronology | Antarctica |
| UNNAMED | Submarine volcano | Holocene? | Antarctica | |
 | EREBUS | Stratovolcano | Historical | Antarctica |
| ROYAL SOCIETY RANGE | Cinder cones | Holocene? | Antarctica | |
 | BERLIN | Shield volcanoes | Ar/Ar | Antarctica |
 | ANDRUS | Shield volcanoes | Holocene? | Antarctica |
 | WAESCHE | Shield volcanoes | Holocene? | Antarctica |
 | SIPLE | Shield volcano | Holocene? | Antarctica |
 | TONEY MOUNTAIN | Shield volcano | Holocene? | Antarctica |
 | TAKAHE | Shield volcano | Ice Core | Antarctica |
 | HUDSON MOUNTAINS | Stratovolcanoes | Ice Core | Antarctica |
 | PETER I ISLAND | Shield volcano | Holocene | Antarctica |
 | DECEPTION ISLAND | Caldera | Historical | Antarctica |
 | PENGUIN ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Lichenometry | Antarctica |
 | BRIDGEMAN ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Uncertain | Antarctica |
 | PAULET | Cinder cone | Holocene | Antarctica |
 | SEAL NUNATAKS GROUP | Pyroclastic cones | Uncertain | Antarctica |
 | THULE ISLANDS | Stratovolcanoes | Historical | South Sandwich Islands |
 | BRISTOL ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Historical | South Sandwich Islands |
 | MONTAGU ISLAND | Shield volcano | Historical | South Sandwich Islands |
 | MICHAEL | Stratovolcano | Historical | South Sandwich Islands |
 | CANDLEMAS ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Historical | South Sandwich Islands |
 | HODSON | Stratovolcano | Holocene | South Sandwich Islands |
| LESKOV ISLAND | Stratovolcano | Fumarolic | South Sandwich Islands | |
 | ZAVODOVSKI | Stratovolcano | Historical | South Sandwich Islands |
| PROTECTOR SHOAL | Submarine volcano | Historical | South Sandwich Islands | |
SOME HEADLINE NEWS COMING OUT THIS EARLY TUESDAY MORNING
Soldiers Nearly Killed with Military's Bioterrorism Vaccine -- Approximately 200 soldiers have suffered from serious and even life-threatening complications from the government -mandated smallpox vaccine, and one has even died.
New concerns raised over blacktop sealant runoff -- A long-standing ritual of homeowners - sealing their blacktop driveways - is getting new scrutiny from the state of Minnesota because sealant from driveways and parking lots may be washing off into ponds and streams as hazardous waste.
Influenza or pneumonic plague-situation getting worse in Ukraine -- Ukrainian News Agency "Fraza" reported that, according to informed sources, "it has been confirmed 100 % Pneumonic Plague in Ukraine".
Ukraine says it's not swine flu -- There is no epidemic of swine flu in Ukraine, told the chief sanitary doctor Oleksander Bilovol in the air of ICTV TV channel. According to him, "the epidemic of influenza and acute respiratory disease is observed in the western regions. Especially in 11 regions, where the threshold is exceed almost by 15 percents, - said the chief sanitary doctor. - In other regions, there are indexes which were in 2007-2008" , - said Oleksander Bilovol.
Panic in Ukraine-Authorities deny aircraft are spraying aerosols over cities - martial law expected -- The office of Emergency Response in the district of Desniansko, Kiev, are tonight (30th Oct.) strongly refuting reports that light aircraft were spraying a substance over the city intended to counter a “swine flu pandemic” in Ukraine.
Switzerland forbids swine flu vaccine for pregnant women, young & old people -- Swissmedic, the authority in Switzerland that gives permission for the use of drugs, today announced that the "swine flu" vaccine Pandemrix will not be allowed to be injected into pregnant women, children or young adults (below 18 years of age) or elderly (above 60 years of age).
While here they want to give 2 doses to kids and pregnant women -- Interim clinical trial findings announced today affirm that children younger than 10 need two pandemic H1N1 vaccine doses, and initial findings in pregnant women reveal no safety concerns and a need for only one dose.
Maryland Governor has broad powers in event of H1N1 crisis; professors say could choke civil rights -- Quarantine, forced vaccination and martial law are just a few of the options available to Gov. Martin O’Malley should the H1N1 virus spread uncontrollably, according to professors who talked Wednesday about the civil rights problems an outbreak could create.
20 reasons why Vitamin D is better than a swine flu vaccine -- The news is out: Vitamin D is better than the swine flu vaccine at halting H1N1 infections. In fact, without vitamin D, chances are that a vaccine won't generate much of an immune response in the first place. Read The Reasons...
Can charcoal fight heart disease in kidney patients? -- Charcoal may provide a new approach to managing the high rate of heart disease in patients with advanced kidney disease, according to preliminary research being presented at the American Society of Nephrology's 42nd Annual Meeting and Scientific Exposition in San Diego, CA.
Obama pulls plug on North American Union/SPP? -- "The Security and Prosperity Partnership of North America (SPP-"North American Union") is no longer an active initiative. There will not be any updates to this site."
Illinois soybean, corn harvests at record lows -- Illinois soybean and corn levels are at their lowest levels in four decades because of the state's record rainfall, according to the Illinois Agriculture Department's statistics.
Alabama's crops in trouble -- Large amounts of rain during September and October have degraded various crops and caused poor harvesting conditions, which caused the harvest to be behind schedule by around 4 - 6 weeks.
Iowa facing latest corn harvest in decades -- Farmers in Iowa are facing the latest corn harvest to occur in the state in 42 years, a climate expert said State Climatologist Harry Hillaker said the late harvest, caused by heavy rains, raises concerns for corn farmers because crops become more vulnerable the longer they remain in the fields, The Des Moines (Iowa) Register reported Friday.
Stupid news - Kellogg's claims sugary Cocoa Krispies can boost your child's immunity
Chinese chicken-which fast food restaurant may serve you this scary import? -- Now that a 2004 ban on chicken imported from China has been lifted, it could be awfully tempting for some of America's favorite fast-food chains to buy the cheap meat. We asked seven of the biggest fast food chains in the U.S. whether they would buy the chicken when it becomes available. Three said they will only buy American chicken. Three would not say what they'll do. And one, a very big one, left the door wide open.
EPA's secret plan to raise public radiation exposure levels challenged -- Public employees have filed a lawsuit demanding documents related to the U.S. EPA's plans made "in secrecy" to allow public exposure to increased levels of radioactivity following nuclear accidents or attacks.
Unanticipated long term consequences of nuclear waste from bomb making -- Radioactive debris has been found in canyons that drain into the Rio Grande, but officials at the Los Alamos National Laboratory say there's no health risk.
Ukraine mystery outbreak sparks WHO concern as illness spreads -- The World Health Organization sent a team of experts to Ukraine today to investigate an outbreak of respiratory disease that’s sickened a quarter of a million people and left pharmacies without masks or flu remedies.
City of Boston gives flu tracking a shot in the arm -- Barcode system improves outbreak readiness.
2 ALS cases may be linked to Gardisil vaccine -- Researchers Believe Cervical Cancer Vaccine Could Be Linked to Cases of Lou Gehrig's Disease.
How junk food diet can give you depression -- Those who regularly eat high-fat foods, processed meals, desserts and sweets are almost 60 per cent more likely to suffer depression than those who choose fruit, vegetables and fish.
Dallas police enforce all laws, even ones that don't exist -- 39 drivers ticketed for not speaking English.
Girl mistakenly given Swine flu vaccine goes to ER -- Now it turns out that one of the public school students given the swine flu vaccine without parental consent had to go to the emergency room after getting sick.
15 remarkable animals that use tools -- Even insects use tools, especially social insects such as ants and wasps. Read More...
Psychic computer shows your thoughts on screen -- Scientists have discovered how to “read” minds by scanning brain activity and reproducing images of what people are seeing — or even remembering.
Delaware beats Switzerland as most secretive financial center -- Move over Switzerland. The tiny state of Delaware beats the Alpine country in a contest for the most secretive financial jurisdiction, a tax justice rights group said on Saturday.
Americans get together in hunt for bargains -- Six hundred people rushed to buy half-price entry to the Botanical Gardens in New York this week. In San Francisco, 760 bagel-lovers signed up for a dozen at a cutprice $5 (£3) from the House of Bagels.
Lawsuit probes use of psychologists in terror war -- The state board responsible for licensing - and disciplining - psychologists in Louisiana is accused of turning a blind eye to serious allegations of abuse against one of its members, including complicity in beatings, religious and sexual humiliation, rape threats and painful body positions during his service as a senior advisor on interrogations for the U.S. military in Guantanamo Bay and Abu Ghraib.
Inside one of the world's largest data centers -- On the outside, Microsoft's massive new data center resembles the other buildings in the industrial area. Even the inside of the building doesn't look like that much. The ground floor looks like a large indoor parking lot filled with a few parked trailers. Read More...
MISSISSIPPI RIVER CONTINUES TO CARRY FLOOD WATERS - PROBLEMS WITH FLOODING AROUND IT
ShreveportTimes.com Louisiana | More people leave homes as Lake Bistineau continues to rise - lake rise another foot before cresting
TENT CITY NEWS
Reno Gazette-Journal | Homeless tent city arises near tracks
Many homeless people have gathered near the railroad tracksoutside of the community assistance center Monday, Nov. 2, 2009.
(Provided to the Reno Gazette-Journal)
Reno, Nevada - November 3, 2009 - Homeless people set up a small tent city Monday evening along the railroad tracks across from the homeless services center on Record Street in Reno, despite requests earlier in the day from city officials and railroad police for them to move.
By sundown around 5 p.m., sleeping bags and other personal belongings were already set up in a dirt area in front of St. Vincent's dining hall. The scene played out after city officials said no designated place exists for people to camp on the grounds of the Community Assistance Center.
On Sunday night, about 35-40 people were routed from a small triangular fenced area that had served as an outdoor overflow shelter since June.
That night, 29 men took the city up on its offer to be transported to the men's winter overflow shelter on Edison Way, which opened that night, said Jodi Royal-Goodwin, the city's community re-investment manager. Space existed for 46 more. Room also was in place for 12 more in the women's shelter and alternative arrangements could have been made for families, she said.
A number of others have been living on the Union Pacific railroad's right-of-way, along the tracks that run through the middle of the campus and then head north of town. Railroad police warned them to leave Monday morning, saying tickets would be issued, Royal-Goodwin said.
The railroad doesn't want people close to the tracks, Royal-Goodwin said. If a blanket blew over the tracks, trains would have to try to stop in case someone was underneath, she said.
As a result, people had moved piles of belongings from along the tracks to the day area of the homeless campus Monday morning.
"The people along the tracks have come back, so essentially, they are trespassing," Royal-Goodwin said Monday evening.
Ray Trevino, manager of St. Vincent's Dining Room, has counted about 130 people sleeping along the tracks. FULL STORY
LOTS OF CITY, COUNTY AND STATE LAY OFF NEWS
ONLY SEVERAL ARTICLES TO PROVIDE INSIGHT
Gary, Indiana Post Tribune | Gary school custodians protest latest lay off on only one day's notice
November 3, 2009GARY -- More than a dozen Gary school custodians showed up at Monday's school board budget and finance committee meeting to express their displeasure with getting laid off on only one day's notice.
Alice Bush, division director for Service Employees International Union Local 73, said 41 employees received notice on Friday that their services would not be needed starting Monday.
"I think that's a cruel thing to do right now, with tax bills coming due and Christmas around the corner," Bush said. "I'm sad and angry at the same time. But we have a powerful group of workers."Many of the employees were laid off in June. Superintendent Myrtle Campbell said the employees were brought back on as temporary workers in August, shortly before the school year started.... Full Story
News Tribune - Olympia, Washington | $4 million in budget cuts - only areas that are up are alcohol and gambling taxes
INTERNATIONAL FLOODING
A man paddles in the floodwaters brought on by Typhoon Santi (International code name Mirinae) which submerged tombs at a public cemetery in Angono, Rizal province, November 1, 2009.82 sea turtles hatch at Sea World
Los Angeles Times
seaworld in San Diego is home to 82 baby sea turtles. Marine experts at the park discovered the newly hatched sea turtles Oct. 5, and the hatching continued ...
HEALTH NEWS FOR THE MORNING
Kellogg's claims sugary "Cocoa Crispies" cereal can boost your child's immunity (opinion)
(NaturalNews) The world of bizarre nutritional claims by sugary cereal makers just got a little more weird this week when Kellogg's began shipping boxes of Cocoa Krispies emblazoned with the ridiculous claim, "Now helps support your child's IMMUNITY...
Twenty reasons why vitamin D is better than a swine flu vaccine
(NaturalNews) The news is out: Vitamin D is better than the swine flu vaccine at halting H1N1 infections. In fact, without vitamin D, chances are that a vaccine won't generate much of an immune response in the first place. That's because vitamin D...
Superfood Profile: Discover the Many Health Benefits of Chlorella
With the quality of commercially-grown produce declining rapidly, obtaining nutritious fruits and vegetables is not an easy task. Few of us eat enough fruits and vegetables on a daily basis; it's a fact that grows more true with each generation...
Doctor Exposed Hundreds of Children to TB
(NaturalNews) A doctor-in-training unknowingly exposed hundreds of patients, including children and infants, to tuberculosis (TB), the Chicago Public Health Department has announced. A 26-year-old pediatric resident from Northwestern University has...
Prenatal exposure to BPA in plastics makes young girls aggressive
(NaturalNews) How's this for a B movie sci fi plot: evil scientists use chemicals to transform toddler girls into terrifying little monsters. Unfortunately, researchers have uncovered a real life scenario that has some serious similarities to this creepy...
Soldiers Nearly Killed with Military's Bioterrorism Vaccine
(NaturalNews) Approximately 200 soldiers have suffered from serious and even life-threatening complications from the government-mandated smallpox vaccine, and one has even died. Starting in 2002, fears over a bioterrorist attack have led the U.S. government...
Fraudulent "Smart Choices" food labeling program crumbles as food manufacturers flee scrutiny (opinion)
(NaturalNews) The fraudulent "Smart Choices" food labeling gimmick that sought to push sugary cereals as "healthy foods" is crumbling amid the pullout of Kellogg, Unilever and PepsiCo. These companies have been distancing themselves...
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