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Official: Political Enemies Waging Drug War on Iran

(TABRIZ, Iran FARS) - A senior Iranian official on Wednesday warned that enemies of the Islamic Republic have waged a new war on the Iranian society through encouraging drug consumption and addiction among the Iranian youth.

"In fact, a new war has started on the Islamic Republic of Iran in the field of narcotics, and enemy is seeking to undermine the society to make it fragile," Mohammad Sadeq Fathollahi said.

Albany Fire Department Extinguishes Suspicious Vacant Residential Structure Fire

(ALBANY, Oregon) - The Albany Fire Department responded to 918 Water Street NE at approximately 4:27 a.m. today to a reported structure fire.

Firefighters arrived at the scene within approximately three minutes to find single-family home heavily charged with smoke and fire.

Marion County Traffic Safety Team Deputies Investigate Head-On Crash

UPDATE: Following the investigation by the MCSO Traffic Safety Team, Ian Beyers was charged with driving while Under the Influence of Intoxicants, Reckless Driving, and Assault 3.

(SALEM, Ore.) - A head-on motor vehicle crash sent one driver to the hospital by helicopter earlier this evening. Marion County Deputies responded to a call received at 5:07 p.m. and located the crash in the 18000 block of Fobert Road NE, between Hubbard and Aurora.

Veterans Day 2010 Activities Across Oregon

(SALEM, Ore.) - On Veterans Day Oregon communities, towns and cities are planning special events, parades or other gatherings to honor military veterans.

The Oregon Department of Veterans' Affairs (ODVA) has compiled an updated statewide list of the events of which the agency is aware and that are scheduled on or near Veterans Day.

Oregon Air National Guard to Take Part in Veterans Day Flyovers Around the State

(SALEM, Oregon) - The Oregon Air National Guard will conduct Veterans Day flyovers for various ceremonies at locations throughout Oregon and Southwest Washington.

F-15 Eagle fighter jets from the 142nd Fighter Wing in Portland and the 173rd Fighter Wing at Kingsley Field are scheduled to conduct flyovers at the following locations and approximate times:

All passes will be approximately 1,000 feet above ground level and 350 knots airspeed. Flights could be cancelled or times changed due to inclement weather or operational contingencies.

Thought Crimes

The sudden spate of these bills at this historical juncture is no coincidence.

(BETHLEHEM) - Would Meryl Streep, Spike Lee, Tim Robbins or Susan Sarandon be willing to swear an oath of loyalty to the United States and its policies in order to receive public funding for feature films?

In Israel, the far-right Knesset member Michael Ben Ari has proposed a bill that would require entire film crews to pledge allegiance to Israel as a Jewish and democratic state, and to declare loyalty...

All Things Nuclear Must Pass: US, Israel and Iran

"Is any government qualified and authorized to produce such weapons." - Mordechai Vanunu

(CLERMONT, Fla.) - Dr. Avner Cohen, is an Israeli-born philosopher, historical researcher and a leading expert in Israel's nuclear policy of deception, which is spun as 'Ambiguity' and his latest release is The Worst-Kept Secret: Israel's Bargain with the Bomb.

In an interview with Haaretz, Cohen stated, "There was a secret even before there was anything to hide.

Salem Police Welcomes Five New Officers, One New Community Service Officer

(SALEM, Oregon) - The Salem Police Department welcomed five new sworn Police Officers and one non-sworn Community Service Officer on November 1st. These new team members were hired to fill current, existing vacancies within the agency.

Vidarbha Farmers Stage Protest Ahead of Obama`s Visit

Farm widows and distressed farmers from surrounding villages participated in the march and raised the slogan 'Barack Obama Go Back'.

(VIDARBHA, India) - Cotton growers in Vidarbha on Friday staged candle-light protests on the eve of US President Barack Obama's visit to the country, seeking to draw his attention to the plight of the agriculture sector in the region caused by American policies.

The main protest was organised at Hiwara village in Zari taluka of the Yavatmal district.

Lies to Tell Pup: How to Teach a Dog Not to Bite Humans

Simple lessons for a better life with man's best friend.

(NOTTINGHAMSHIRE, UK) - A dog, even a young puppy, has exquisite control of its bite. It is one of the first lessons that pup learns as a member of the litter.

A pup who bites a litter mate harshly has immediate consequences. That pup might be ignored and isolated. Pup quickly learns to control its biting behaviour.