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BP America has agreed to pay criminal and civil penalties for attempts to fix prices on propane trading in 2003 and 2004. These fines come on a day in which BP has also agreed to pay fines for environmental crimes.

BP plans to Dump Sludge in Lake Michigan, Chicago says no, but Indiana wants to allow it.

BP Products North America, Inc has entered into an agreement whereby they will pay a criminal fine in excess of $60 million to settle violations of federal environmental regulations in both Texas and Alaska

BP Solar announced that it will be constructing a new solar photovoltaic module factory in Spain. The production capacity of the new plant will make it the largest such PV factory in Europe and could produce 300 MW of clean electricity.

BP Products, the major oil company, has been fined the largest criminal fine ever for a spill in Alaska and an explosion at a refinery in Texas. BP will also spend more than $400 million for safety upgrades.

The city has collected nearly 21,000 signatures for the "Save Our Lake" petition. The protest is a fight against BP dumping sludge and ammonia into Lake Michigan.

A news from the world of global warming and carbon emissions of vehicles

A joint venture intends to invest billions in a local refinery in Oregon, Ohio to tap into alternative oil sources in North America.

"Big Five" international oil companies (IOCs) are spending less money on oil exploration in real terms despite a four-fold increase in operating cash flow since the early 1990s.

The "Save Our Lake" petition has collected a whopping 100,000 signatures that will help fight BP's dumping permit that will put toxic chemicals and sludge into Lake Michigan.

Sen. Dick Durbin and Congressman Rahm Emanuel have announced their fight against BP's plan to dump sludge and ammonia into Lake Michigan.

Read to find out why BP's rich execs should no longer be allowed to make money in America.

Chicagoans are up in arms due to the Bush Administration's recent backing of dumping, by BP refinery of northwest Indiana, into Lake Michigan.

My BP Visa card has been declined four times for security reasons, twice in 12 hours this weekend. This has me wanting to take a swipe at something.

Last year ExxonMobil (XOM) produced about 4.2 million barrels of oil/day. Is that enough ? Probably not.

Recently the Indiana Department of Environmental Management and the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency exempted BP from any environmental cap on waste dumping in Lake Michigan. Read more about this controversial decision.

Kristina Schneider started her day as a BP store clerk and ended as a millionaire.

At Midnight, President Hugo Chavez took control of privately run oil fields in order to gain control over the four Orinoco Belt crude projects. These oil fields were held by American companies such as Chevron, Exxon mobile, BP PLc and ConocoPhillips

Another malfunction happened today, Tuesday, April 10, 2007 at a unit of the BP plant in Texas City, Texas.

The owner of a BP service station in Merrill, Wisconsin had set out to help senior citizens and people who support youth sports programs by offering discounts on gasoline. But the state has claimed the discounts are illegal and ordered him to raise his gas prices.

The current concerns over price gouging,identity theft, fraud, health care fraud and schemes to rip off the public is nothing new to "The Man." The F.B.I.'s Report to the public for 2006 shows inventive rip offs gone bad.

A February 2007 incident calls into question the much-advertised Aloha spirit of the Islands. Is it isolated, or does Hawaii stand at risk of more like happenings in the future?

I review some of the top shoes, ranging from wedges, pumps, to flats. I have included details and price information for this seasons hottest trends!

She was arrested when police came to her door, and she answered.

Energy, we are sucking it up faster than Mother Nature can produce it. We guzzle fossil fuels (coal, natural gas, and oil) by the second without caring that it took the earth over one hundred million years to create them

While there are several options online for online rewards programs, the two that I use the most often are MyPoints and e-Rewards. If you are not familiar with either one, I will summarize the strengths and weaknesses of each program.

The United States consumes 400 million gallons of gas everyday. This huge daily demand is what keeps the gas prices high. Drivers all over the country are adjusting how they travel and how often they travel due to the ever-climbing gas prices.

Thinking of buying a new digital camera? Consider the Canon EOS D30 camera, which includes many desirable qualities as well as some drawbacks. This article completely details each aspect of this camera so that you can make a smart choice.

The Canon Company is the single maker that supports a digital reflex camera delivering a full-sized image feeler.

A new study found that air pollution, obesity, smoking, and second-hand smoke can pose greater health risks than living near a severely damaged nuclear reactor.

Information about what is high blood pressure and what care is needed to control it

HAZMAT (hazardous materials) and the Houston are Fire Department responded to an explosion at the Central City Industrial Park, which houses American Elastomer Plastics, at around 11:40 a.m. The structure at 5301 Polk exploded late this morning.

Venezuelan President Hugo Chávez recently announced he would nationalize power utilities and the country's biggest telecommunications firm CANTV VNT. After the announcement the share prices of CANTV tanked from trading around $20/share to $12/share. Ouch !!!

I am tired of the Right-Wing crowd (Bush his Cronies and Supports) shouting to the roof tops about how the "Axis of Evil" and "Those Who are not with Us are Against Us" need to be Freed, Bombed, Threatened or Destroyed if they don't role over and play nice.

Many of us view the changes happening in our environment and society with dismay. We realize that our society and environment is quickly becoming toxic in both physical and metaphorical ways. We often wish that there was some way we could help.

The first 4 chapters in the story of a young man's first road trip across the United States.

You can become ill from viruses or flus anytime of the year. It is important to have a strong immune system to give you a good defense against getting sick. A change in your diet and a reduction in your stress levels can help your immune system work at its peak.

This issue is about the rough start to the 2007 NASCAR season. From death to family feuds, this is set to be one of the most memorable seasons in recent years.

Illinois has set the goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 60% below 1990 levels by 2050. Illinois is becoming a leader in addressing global warming.

Executives from major US corporations testified before the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works urging Congress to regulate and limit greenhouse gas emissions.

A season preview for the 2007 Boston Red Sox

In this article I will write about some of the products available today.

Relief without hormone replacement therapy.

There was a time before television and the Internet when huge signs and likenesses were used to sell everything from ice cream to shaving cream. Over the years, we have become very fond of our ad icons.

I've attended hundreds of Cub games at Wrigley Field and have sat in nearly every general seating location. So, what is the best place to sit?

The EOS 300D digital cameras has a casing consisting mostly of artificial stuff which makes the sensation of grabbing an artificial body with a less heaviness lead.

Lottery and Sweepstakes scams are sent by email. The goal is to get your personal information and/or your money.

This paper details the supply chain in the purchase and sale of crude oil. In particular it focuses on the supply chain utilized by the Elcrex oil refinery located in the United States Virgin Islands.

Should we drill for oil in the Arctic National Wildlife? The author takes a look at this controversial issue.

Simple things you can do that can ease gas price pain for you -- and ultimately for everyone.

How to save gas!

Tips on getting more out of your dollar when purchasing gasoline. Also, some tips on saving more at the pump. E-85 may be a viable fuel for your current vehicle.

You may think you know the answer to these questions -- but I'll bet you don't.

Now that Al Gore's "Live Earth" concert has captured mass attention, it's time we take steps to impact climate change closer to home. A Chicago art exhibit does just that: encourages us to make small changes in our daily habits to make Planet Earth a "cool" place to live.

Even a few pounds can damage the knees, hips and back.

By Thursday and Friday, prices per gallon on regular gas at every station in the region were anywhere from $3.29 to $3.46 and holding fast.

A gentleman official with a fine sense of humor overcomes difficult situations in his career. A few examples are given in this article.

PG&E announced today that they plan to support Santa Clara University in a competition, called the Solar Decathlon, to create a solar-powered home. PG&E has donated $25,000 to help the school pay for materials.

A story about how even the weakest heart can make an everlasting impression.

Dennis Kucinich is widely considered a joke by the media, his own peers, and the American public, even though he's really the best choice for President.

As if the failure to implement regulations on an out of control market is not already enough, consider a government that fines individuals who are attempting to make a difference in their own little corner of the world.

Why we encourage new technology, but continue harvesting energy largely from the same pollutant sources which the US has used since the dawn of the Twentieth Century.

February 1, 2002 Bo Upton and Ryan Shangraw were shot to death in Linclon County, Kentucky

Horses were present on the North American continent until somewhere between 8,000 and 11,000 years ago. No one knows for sure where they went.

They either love him or they hate him - there is no neutral ground when it comes to how Venezuelans feel about President Hugo Chávez ... However, there is trouble in this tropical paradise.

Soft Shell Turtle believed extinct, until discovered early 2007 in Cambodia. In communities were Shell Turtle survive, protected against illegal trade for their meat. Microchip technology protected mangrove turtle species survive.

Baby Phat features stylish, glitzy and glamorous plus size urban wear that is trendy but very feminine and this summer Baby Phat by Kimora Lee Simmons introduces the perfect collection of tees and tops.

Most people hear the words Bi-Polar Disorder and the first thing that springs to mind is something they've seen on telvison or read online.

Ronald Loy is a registered sex offender who runs a strip club with underage girls.

Detroit Taxi-driver turned NASCAR driver Benny Parsons, lost his fight to cancer earlier this morning.

Tired of getting ripped off at the pump? Here's how you can save 16 cents a gallon during every fill-up!

If you have high blood pressure there are variety of treatment options. The first treatment recommended does not always work for everyone. Know your options and know your medications to help your doctor find the right treatment.

Read this article from a college student's perspective to find out what to purchase your college student when they come home for Christmas!

I am an acne sufferer. WAS an acne sufferer. I followed my research and experimented in my own skin. After a year of patience and sacrifice, my results were excellent. So...Is this Miracle method? Nope, but it absolutely works!

I was totally excited to get a date with Mark, a classmate of my friend. From the moment he picked me up, the date was disasterous. Even after the date ended, it still left me a little "lost."

Exxon, a mere company of the original company, merged with Mobil in 1999 to become the largest publicly traded oil and gas company in the world.

Our experiences with bringing home an infant that was born five weeks early.

As a past pharmacy technician, experience has shown that many medical mistakes occur because of the failure to ask questions on the part of the patient or the pharmacist's failure to offer further insight.

Manufacturers say government guidelines for gasoline standards are inadequate and established their own voluntary standard, called Top Tier.

Baymont Inns & Suites - Stevensville/St. Joseph - Michigan is located one mile from Lake Michigan. Plenty of food choices are nearby. The hotel could use some TLC and not much attention was paid to cleanliness.

This is an awesome contest to enter. There's no application fees but you are limited to only one picture per household, so make it a good one! With over $67,000.00 in Prizes you can't go wrong here!

"Peak Oil - A Multiple Website Review" gives readers a brief overview of what Peak Oil is, and gives a summary view as well as custom recommendations for three of the most well-known websites that deal with this subject.

Some legalese in the adoption world is thrown around like common language and leaves others dumbfounded.

Would you believe CNN actually considered doing newscasts using slang? You know I had to address this crap!

Globalization: the term as defined in Webster's dictionary means to make global, especially to make worldwide in scope or application.

Beautiful People's Sophie Kerr and her family are growing on viewers.

This article looks at various stocks and new happenings in the corporations. It also makes a prediction for the markets in the coming months.

Trust, that five-lettered word has all the ingredients that could make or mar your relationship. Trust is the cement your relationship needs to survive all those raging storms that would surely come, whether you like it or not.

If you have been planning a trip to Hungary, a stop in historic Budapest is highly recommended. The city is full of beauty and classic elegance.

Williamsport, a small town in Indiana, lies along the banks of the Wabash River. Williamsport is located about ninety minutes west of Indianapolis and three hours south of Chicago.

For those who love to have the look without paying full price, there are some places in the Raleigh-Durham area that you can get some killer deals on some of the hottest fashion.

Stores like Kohl's, K-B Toys, Ross for Less, Marshall's, TJ Maxx and even convenience stores carry relatively recent video games at bargain prices.

The Black Panthers came to rise in the mid sixties during the civil rights movement. The Party was founded by Huey Newton and Bobby Seale in Oakland, CA in 1966. Both Newton and Seale grew up with inequality and prejudice.

A discussion of the essay White,
Written by Richard Dyer
From The Matter of Images:
Essays on Representation

A medical device that can lower high blood pressure is undergoing Phase 2 human trials that could eventually save hypertension patients lives and allow them to live normally.

New York's anticipated wine and culinary center promises to add a tasty boost to New York tourism - outside New York City.

New Prague, Minnesota loves its residents and its residents love their cars. To prove this I have compiled the following list of local Auto Repair and Service establishments in our beloved small community.

In August 2000 I placed my daughter for adoption shortly after she was born because I couldn't take car of her.

Maybe it's not wise to hook up with someone half your age that you meet in a chatroom, but I did, and I'm lovin' it...

Fuel is out of control and there's nothing we can do about it! Can't yell at top oil production companies, can't snap at the president of the United States, can't steal oil and we can't just stop driving. But we can be smart about it..