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Asbestos, budget tightening force WSU to move operations from Kettering Center
Asbestos, budget tightening force WSU to move operations from Kettering Center (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 02:02:46 GMT)

Bankruptcy judge backs Grupo Mexico bid for Asarco
A bankruptcy judge has recommended that Grupo Mexico be allowed to regain control over copper miner Asarco LLC, saying its $2.2 billion bid is more likely to fully repay creditors than that of rival suitor Sterlite Industries. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 04:02:37 GMT)

Phase II result reveals effectiveness of GS-101 eye drops at inhibiting corneal neovascularisation
Gene Signal, a company focused on developing innovative drugs to manage angiogenesis based conditions, today announced the publication of interim results from a phase II study suggesting that the antisense oligonucleotide GS-101 (eye drops) is safe and effective at inhibiting and regressing corneal neovascularisation (abnormal new blood vessel growth). (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 08:53:08 GMT)

La Scala closes top gallery while asbestos is removed; shows will go on
ROME — Milan's La Scala theater says it is closing the uppermost gallery of the famed opera house while work is carried out to remove asbestos. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 12:20:47 GMT)

Mystery over former Barrow woman's asbestos death
THE FAMILY of a former Barrow woman have renewed their appeal for information from her former work colleagues after she died from an asbestos-related disease. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 13:21:37 GMT)

Homeowners warned about asbestos fibres in carpet underlay
Homeowners have been warned their carpets may be carrying deadly asbestos fibres. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:05:40 GMT)

La Scala: seats closed while asbestos removed
Milan's La Scala has closed the uppermost seating gallery in the storied opera house while work is carried out to remove asbestos discovered months earlier, theater and city officials said Tuesday. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 14:19:59 GMT)

La Scala closed due to asbestos
ROME - MILAN'S La Scala has closed the uppermost seating gallery in the storied opera house while work is carried out to remove asbestos discovered months earlier, theater and city officials said Tuesday. The opera house said some 270 seats in the top loggia will be closed and ticketholders offered 'upgrades' to better seats when available or their money back. The work is expected to be finished ... (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:10:43 GMT)

La Scala closes top gallery while asbestos is removed; shows will go on
ROME - Milan's La Scala opera house has closed the uppermost seating gallery while work is carried out to remove asbestos discovered months earlier, theatre and city officials said Tuesday. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:27:07 GMT)

Famed Italian opera house battles asbestos
Milan's La Scala opera house has closed the uppermost seating gallery while work is carried out to remove asbestos discovered months earlier, theatre and city officials said. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 15:31:24 GMT)

Midtown Plaza Tower asbestos abatements begins Friday
City of Rochester officials tells News 10NBC that asbestos abatement of Midtown Plaza Tower will begin this Friday... (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 19:33:22 GMT)

Asbestos Found In WSUs Kettering Center
Wright State University is being forced to relocate two operations at the Kettering Center in downtown Dayton after asbestos was found inside. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 20:20:10 GMT)

Taconite miners encouraged to take part in mesothelioma study
Itasca County Health and Human Services Director Lester Kachinske provided an update on the Minnesota Taconite Workers Health Study during a meeting of the ICHHS Board this week. (Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:11:50 GMT)

Father pulls children from school over asbestos fears
TYLER KULA The Observer A Devine Street school parent pulled his two children from classes Tuesday over fears of airborne asbestos.[...] (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:21:07 GMT)

Davidson mum on asbestos exports
DALE CARRUTHERS For the Observer Sarnia-Lambton MP Pat Davidson refused Tuesday to clarify her position on Canadian asbestos exports after being portrayed in a national news article as a maverick who broke ranks with the Conservative party line.[...] (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 02:21:27 GMT)

WSU seeks funds to remove asbestos from Kettering Center
WSU seeks funds to remove asbestos from Kettering Center (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 03:19:18 GMT)

La Scala Closes Top Balcony For Asbestos Abatement
"Milan's La Scala has closed the uppermost seating gallery in the storied opera house while work is carried out to remove asbestos discovered months earlier … The opera house said some 270 seats in the top loggia will be closed and ticketholders offered "upgrades" to better seats when available or their money back." (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 04:14:32 GMT)

Asbestos closes La Scala opera house
The world famous La Scala opera house in Milan has had to close a section of seating after deadly asbestos was found in the ceiling. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 06:11:04 GMT)

Cornerstone Training Institute Offers Local Workforce Discounted Asbestos Abatement Training
Darren Yehl, President and Training Director at Cornerstone Training institute, announced today that Cornerstone is now offering special bundle pricing for individuals and contractors interested in OSHA certification and asbestos training. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Study: Hanford construction workers were at risk of certain cancers
Former Hanford construction workers have an increased risk of death from a blood cancer linked to ra (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 09:03:18 GMT)

As you give Della a kick, remember his successes
Ritualistic exorcism is part of democracy. Hence John Della Bosca's political corpse lies in the sawdust and every citizen is entitled to stand in line and thrust another blade in his flesh. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 09:58:19 GMT)

MP mum on asbestos exports
Sarnia-Lambton MP Pat Davidson refused yesterday to clarify her position on Canadian asbestos exports after being portrayed in a national news article as a maverick who broke ranks with the Conservative party line.[...] (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 11:19:19 GMT)

Taconite miners encouraged to take part in mesothelioma study
Itasca County Health and Human Services Director Lester Kachinske provided an update on the Minnesota Taconite Workers Health Study during a meeting of the ICHHS Board this week. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 14:57:30 GMT)

Developer fined over asbestos dump
A landowner who buried asbestos and rubble at a Somerset farm has been fined for breaking hazardous waste rules. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 15:28:41 GMT)

Study: Higher cancer rates for Hanford workers - Wed, 02 Sep 2009 PST
Former Hanford construction workers have an increased risk of death from a blood cancer linked to radiation and another cancer linked to asbestos, according to a new study. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 16:46:20 GMT)

Study: Higher cancer rates for Hanford workers
Associated Press - September 2, 2009 1:55 PM ET RICHLAND, Wash. (AP) - A new study shows former construction workers at the Hanford nuclear reservation have an increased risk of certain... (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:03:09 GMT)

Study: Higher cancer rates for Hanford workers
A new study shows former construction workers at the Hanford nuclear reservation have an increased risk of certain cancers. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:07:34 GMT)

Study: Higher cancer rates for Hanford workers
The study shows that Hanford workers were 11 times more likely to develop mesothelioma, a cancer of the lungs strongly tied to asbestos exposure, than in the general population. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:20:39 GMT)

Study: Higher cancer rates for Hanford workers
Former construction workers at the Hanford nuclear reservation have an increased risk of certain cancers, according to a new study. (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 18:51:48 GMT)

Liberals slam Davidson over asbestos stand
TARA HAGAN The Observer The refusal by Sarnia-Lambton’s MP to clarify her position on Canada’s controversial asbestos exports is appalling, a prominent Liberal says.[...] (Wed, 02 Sep 2009 23:18:36 GMT)

ALCOA Inc. settles asbestos suit with Amanda Satterfield family
A Maryville family and ALCOA Inc. have reached a settlement in an asbestos exposure and cancer lawsuit. The amount of the settlement and terms of the agreement reached between the family of Amanda Satterfield, who died four years ago, and the aluminum company were not revealed. (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 07:11:38 GMT)

Higher cancer risk seen for ex-Hanford workers
Former construction workers at the Hanford nuclear reservation have an increased risk of certain cancers, according to a new study. The study showed that Hanford workers were 11 times more likely to develop mesothelioma, a cancer of the lungs strongly tied to asbestos exposure, than the general population. They were three times more likely to develop multiple myeloma, a cancer found in white ... (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 07:22:44 GMT)

MP remains mum on asbestos issue
SARNIA -- The refusal by Sarnia-Lambton's MP to clarify her position on Canada's controversial asbestos exports is appalling, a prominent Liberal says. (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 10:43:26 GMT)

Liberals slam Davidson over asbestos stand
TARA HAGAN The Observer The refusal by Sarnia-Lambton’s MP to clarify her position on Canada’s controversial asbestos exports is appalling, a prominent Liberal says.[...] (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 16:33:46 GMT)

Devine Street passes asbestos test
TYLER KULA The Observer Teachers and students at the former Devine Street school are safe from asbestos exposure, the Ontario Labour Ministry says.[...] (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 21:33:36 GMT)

Taconite miners encouraged to take part in mesothelioma study
Itasca County Health and Human Services Director Lester Kachinske provided an update on the Minnesota Taconite Workers Health Study during a meeting of the ICHHS Board this week. (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 21:58:10 GMT)

Blount family settles asbestos suit with Alcoa Aluminum
A six year old lawsuit against Alcoa Aluminum by a former employee whose daughter died from an asbestos related cancer has now been settled. (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 22:19:15 GMT)

Study: Higher cancer rates for Hanford workers
Former construction workers at the Hanford nuclear reservation have an increased risk of certain cancers, according to a new study. (Thu, 03 Sep 2009 23:19:25 GMT)

Devine Street Public School passes its asbestos testing
Teachers and students at the former Devine Street school are safe from asbestos exposure, the Ontario Labour Ministry says.[...] (Fri, 04 Sep 2009 11:04:50 GMT)

Taconite miners encouraged to take part in mesothelioma study
Itasca County Health and Human Services Director Lester Kachinske provided an update on the Minnesota Taconite Workers Health Study during a meeting of the ICHHS Board this week. (Fri, 04 Sep 2009 14:42:30 GMT)

Plenty of diseases to go around
Let's forget about "the economy" for a moment and focus on something even more fun and exciting -- diseases. Whether we want to admit it or not, most of us are not only fascinated with but maybe even ... (Sat, 05 Sep 2009 04:18:03 GMT)

1,000 Words: Boiling away
Workers from Marco Crane and Rigging Company and Precision Restoration manhandle a 15,000-pound boiler onto the back of a flatbed trailer on Phoenix Avenue Thursday morning. The boiler, which contained asbestos, was removed from a historic Laundry behind Dara Thai restaurant by Precision Restoration, which then trucked it to a landfill in Apache Junction for disposal. (Jake Bacon/Arizona Daily ... (Sat, 05 Sep 2009 05:35:49 GMT)

Body to be flown home as last wish
THE ashes of a former Bolton man, who died from asbestos-related cancer, have been flown back to the town from Australia. (Sat, 05 Sep 2009 06:32:33 GMT)

Minnesota Supreme Court Confirms that Minnesota’s Statutes of Limitations Govern Out-of-State Claims
On September 2, 2009, the Minnesota Supreme Court held that Minnesota’s statute of limitations would govern all personal injury claims properly brought in Minnesota courts. In Fleeger v. Wyeth (A08-2124), the federal district court in Little Rock, Arkansas presiding over the hormone therapy (http://www.hkllp.com/hormone-rep MDL proceedings certified a question to the Minnesota ... (Sat, 05 Sep 2009 07:14:47 GMT)

Taconite miners encouraged to take part in mesothelioma study
Itasca County Health and Human Services Director Lester Kachinske provided an update on the Minnesota Taconite Workers Health Study during a meeting of the ICHHS Board this week. (Sat, 05 Sep 2009 20:14:56 GMT)

Hurdles remain as asbestos removal begins at Midtown
Asbestos removal has begun at Midtown Plaza's tower, another step toward remaking the downtown site, but many hurdles remain in the project. (Sun, 06 Sep 2009 07:07:35 GMT)

Meeting to focus on asbestos problem
PALMYRA - Parents and residents concerned about an asbestos problem in the school district will get a chance to listen to and question experts at a special meeting of the school board Tuesday night. (Sun, 06 Sep 2009 08:02:50 GMT)

Brayton Purcell Adds the Legal Experience of Robert Bokelman to the Firm's Trial Resources
Brayton Purcell is pleased to add the trial experience of Robert Bokelman to their legal team. Mr. Bokelman has extensive experience in asbestos litigation, professional negligence, product liability and personal injury law. Admitted to practice in California, he has achieved more than 40 settlements and verdicts in excess of $1,000,000. Mr. Bokelman has also taught law related classes at ... (Sun, 06 Sep 2009 15:14:47 GMT)

A Wooded Prairie Springs From a Site Once Piled High With Garbage
Across 400 acres in Brooklyn that served as landfills — parcels that are still listed as toxic waste sites — 33,000 trees and shrubs and a variety of grasses are taking root. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 02:58:43 GMT)

U.S. Forced to Pay Recyclers to Take Its Aging Ships
Built in 1942 as a Navy rescue ship, the USS Escape aided American vessels in distress in the Atlantic during World War II. The ship was called back into service during the Korean War, and in the 1960s it supported the Mercury manned spaceflight program. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 03:56:50 GMT)

James Hardie compo 'to be respected'
THE Federal Government is determined to make sure James Hardie respects compensation agreements it made with asbestos victims even though the global financial crisis has hit the company's US operations, says Labor frontbencher Greg Combet. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 05:27:00 GMT)

Heat on Hardie over compensation
THE Federal Government is determined to make sure James Hardie respects compensation agreements it made with asbestos victims, says Labor frontbencher Greg Combet. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 05:56:00 GMT)

Hurdles remain as asbestos removal begins at Midtown
Asbestos removal has begun at Midtown Plaza's tower, another step toward remaking the downtown site, but many hurdles remain in the project. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 07:06:35 GMT)

Chinese drywall lawsuits on rise
Chinese drywall could become the new asbestos - a building substance that's the target of a growing number of lawsuits. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 13:27:27 GMT)

Govt to ensure James Hardie complies
The federal govt is determined to ensure James Hardie respects asbestos victims compensation agreements. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 14:12:05 GMT)

This Labor Day, ADAO Reaffirms Need for Congress to Pass a Bill to Ban Asbestos and Remembers the Legacy of Warren Zevon
REDONDO BEACH, Calif.----The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization today reaffirmed the need for an asbestos ban this Labor Day, as America honors the workforce that continues to power the nation, even in the wake of the economic downturn. (Mon, 07 Sep 2009 15:43:00 GMT)

Hilldale asbestos plan open for review
The Asbestos Emergency Response Act requires annual notification to parents, teachers and employees of Hilldale Public Schools concerning the Asbestos Management Plan. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 01:11:11 GMT)

Murrumbateman rejects ASIO waste
The Yass Valley Council has rejected a proposal to dump asbestos waste from Canberra at the Murrumbateman landfill. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 03:12:38 GMT)

ADAO reaffirms the need for banning asbestos
The Asbestos Disease Awareness Organization (ADAO) today reaffirmed the need for an asbestos ban this Labor Day, as America honors the workforce that continues to power the nation, even in the wake of the economic downturn. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 04:00:11 GMT)

Asbestos exposure likely cause of lung cancer
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AXA Diagnostics Named Exclusive Distributor for Rosetta Genomics' microRNA-based Assays in Italy
REHOVOT, Israel & PHILADELPHIA & ROME----Rosetta Genomics, Ltd. , a leading developer of microRNA-based molecular diagnostics, and AXA Diagnostics, a privately owned company that markets specialized diagnostic tests, announced today the signing of an exclusive distribution agreement in Italy for Rosetta Genomics’ three currently available diagnostic tests. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 11:30:00 GMT)

Unlicensed Asbestos Removal Will Be Penalised Warns HSE, UK
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) is warning the building trade that companies and contractors will face prosecution if they remove asbestos without a licence. It follows HSE's successful prosecution of three contractors who carried out unlicensed asbestos removal at Kelford School in Rotherham in 2006. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 12:20:18 GMT)

Weitz & Luxenberg & Erin Brockovich to Visit Ravena, New York To Discuss Lafarge Cement Plant Emissions in Town Hall ...
NEW YORK----Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:45:00 GMT)

Weitz & Luxenberg Files Additional Lawsuits against Advanced Bionics Regarding Failed HiRes90k and Clarion Cochlear ...
NEW YORK----Weitz & Luxenberg P.C. would like to inform the public that our law firm is expanding its litigation against the California-based Advanced Bionics Corporation, related to defective cochlear implants implanted in young children and adults. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 13:45:00 GMT)

Rosetta Genomics Taps Italian Distributor
NEW YORK (GenomeWeb News) – AXA Diagnostics will distribute Rosetta Genomics' microRNA-based miRview line of molecular diagnostic cancer tests in Italy, Rosetta said today. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 14:35:38 GMT)

Rosetta Genomics Licenses Italian Market Rights to miRNA Dx Suite to AXA Diagnostics
Rosetta Genomics today announced that it has signed a deal giving the Italian commercialization rights to its three microRNA-based diagnostics to AXA Diagnostics. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 15:35:40 GMT)

N.J. man pleads guilty in asbestos-dumping case
A New Jersey man pleaded guilty in connection with the illegal dumping of 60 million pounds of asbestos in an open farm field adjacent to the Mohawk River , federal court officials said Tuesday. The dump is a federal Superfund site. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 16:58:10 GMT)

NJ man pleads guilty in federal asbestos case in NY
A 55-year-old New Jersey man admits that he obtained a bogus state permit and arranged for truckers to illegally dump as much as 60 tons of asbestos-contaminated materials in an upstate New York farm field. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:03:01 GMT)

NJ Man Pleads Guilty In NY Asbestos Case
A 55-year-old New Jersey man admits that he obtained a bogus state permit and arranged for truckers to illegally dump as much as 60 tons of asbestos-contaminated materials in an upstate New York farm field. Federal prosecutors say John Deck of Norwood, N.J., faces up to five years in federal prison and a fine of up to $250,000 when he's sentenced in U.S. District Court in Utica next January. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:14:13 GMT)

N.J. man admits to illegal asbestos dumping in upstate New York
FRANKFORT, N.Y. -- A 55-year-old New Jersey man admitted that he obtained a bogus state permit and arranged for truckers to illegally dump as much as 60 tons of asbestos-contaminated materials in an upstate New York farm field. Federal prosecutors... (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 18:17:28 GMT)

Norwood man pleads guilty in NY asbestos case
The man admits that he obtained a bogus state permit and arranged for truckers to illegally dump as much as 60 tons of asbestos-contaminated materials in an upstate New York farm field. (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 19:09:37 GMT)

EPA finds asbestos violations at two Glendale charter schools
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has fined the operators of two Glendale charter schools for alleged violations of the Asbestos Hazard Emergency Response Act. The EPA fined Pointe Educational Services $13,700 for the schools it operates: (Tue, 08 Sep 2009 19:22:23 GMT)

Veteran entertainment industry columnist Army Archerd dies at 87
LOS ANGELES - Veteran entertainment journalist Army Archerd, who wrote a column for the entertainment trade publication Variety for over 50 years, has died. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:14:30 GMT)

Columnist Army Archerd dies at 87
For more than 50 years he also served as the greeter-interviewer at the Academy Awards. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:45:34 GMT)

Hollywood gossip writer Army Archerd dies at 87
LOS ANGELES (Reuters) - Hollywood gossip columnist Army Archerd, who covered movie stars and studio chieftains for trade paper Daily Variety for more than 50 years, died in a Los Angeles hospital Tuesday, a spokeswoman said. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 01:57:40 GMT)

Entertainment columnist Archerd dies
LOS ANGELES (AP) Veteran entertainment journalist Army Archerd, who wrote a column for the entertainment trade publication Variety for over 50 years, has died. He was 87. Mr .Archerd's spokeswoman said he died Tuesday at UCLA Medical Center of mesothelioma, a cancer of the lungs strongly tied to asbestos exposure. Mr. Archerd began his career at Associated Press and later went on to write about ... (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:10:51 GMT)

Army Archerd dies at 87; Variety columnist watched over Hollywood for half a century.
Reporter known for being a trusted figure who stood apart from the industry broke the story of Rock Hudson's battle with AIDS. Army Archerd, a prolific reporter who chronicled the personal and professional lives of Hollywood stars and moguls for more than half a century from his columnist's perch at Daily Variety, and rocked the entertainment world when he announced in 1985 that actor Rock ... (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:39:44 GMT)

Columnist Army Archerd dies at 87
Army Archerd, whose breezy column for the entertainment trade publication Daily Variety kept tabs on various Hollywood doings for more than a half-century, has died. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:42:26 GMT)

Obituaries in the news
Army Archerd (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:52:21 GMT)

Hollywood gossip writer Army Archerd dies at 87
Gossip columnist Army Archerd, who wrote upbeat stories about movie stars for the Hollywood trade paper Daily Variety for more than 50 years, died in a Los Angeles hospital on Tuesday, a spokeswoman said. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:54:32 GMT)

Obituaries in the news
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Army Archerd, whose breezy column for the entertainment trade publication Daily Variety kept tabs on various Hollywood doings for more than a half-century, died Tuesday. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:59:27 GMT)

Hollywood gossip writer dies
LOS ANGELES - GOSSIP columnist Army Archerd, who wrote upbeat stories about movie stars for the Hollywood trade paper Daily Variety for more than 50 years, died in a Los Angeles hospital on Tuesday, a spokesman said. He was 87. Archerd died of a rare form of mesothelioma cancer, thought to be the result of exposure to asbestos when he served in the US Navy during World War II, said spokesman ... (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 04:10:42 GMT)

Contractor fined for asbestos violations
An Anchorage-based contractor has agreed to pay a $5,100 fine and do a community service project to settle violations of federal asbestos rules. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 05:24:36 GMT)

2 charter school operators to pay asbestos fines
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency fined two Arizona charter school operators for asbestos violations, the agency said. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 07:18:01 GMT)

Asbestos alert at Poppleton Ousebank Primary School, York
SPECIALIST contractors have been called in to clean a York primary school after traces of asbestos dust were found in classrooms. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 08:24:56 GMT)

Obituaries in the news
Army Archerd (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 09:18:11 GMT)

AP News in Brief
Obama speech Wednesday to Congress offers details, tries to build momentum for health overhaul (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 10:14:58 GMT)

Columnist Army Archerd dies at 87
Army Archerd, whose breezy column for the entertainment trade publication Daily Variety kept tabs on various Hollywood doings for more than a half-century, has died. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 11:14:59 GMT)

Hooks chooses companies for asbestos removal
HOOKS, Texas—Total Abatement Systems Corp. and Abacus Environmental will remove asbestos from a city-owned property, the council decided during a special called business meeting Tuesday night. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:00:25 GMT)

Barrow born space boss killed by asbestos exposure
A FORMER head of Britain’s space agency died after being exposed to asbestos at Vickers, an inquest heard. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 13:07:17 GMT)

Columnist who outed Rock Hudson as HIV positive, dies
(Los Angeles) Army Archerd, whose breezy column for the entertainment trade publication Daily Variety kept tabs on various Hollywood doings for more than a half-century, has died. He was 87. Archerd's wife, Selma, said he died Tuesday at UCLA Medical Center of mesothelioma, a cancer of the lungs strongly tied to ... (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:40:03 GMT)

Gossip columnist Army Archerd dies
LOS ANGELES, Sept. 9 (UPI) -- Famed gossip columnist Army Archerd, who wrote for Daily Variety for more than 50 years, has died of mesothelioma cancer in Los Angeles. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 14:46:30 GMT)

Hollywood reporting legend Army Archerd dies
Longtime entertainment columnist Army Archerd, who was one of the first writers to reveal that actor Rock Hudson was being treated for AIDS, has died at age 87, according to the industry publication Daily Variety. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:02:49 GMT)

Army Archerd, Showbiz Chronicler, Dies at 87
Army Archerd, who chronicled the projects and practitioners of show business for a half a century through his column in Variety, died Sept. 8 in Los Angeles, the trade publication reported. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:52:44 GMT)

Anchorage contractor to pay $5,100 asbestos fine
ANCHORAGE - An Anchorage contractor has agreed to pay a $5,100 fine and complete a community service project to settle and EPA complaint that it violated federal asbestos rules. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 16:49:26 GMT)

Charter school parents worried about asbestos
PHOENIX -- A charter school was fined two years ago for having asbestos, but it's still there and parents are worried. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 17:52:06 GMT)

Legendary Entertainment Journalist Army Archerd Dies at 87
Army Archerd , who covered Hollywood's elite as a Daily Variety columnist for 52 years, has died, according to the trade magazine . Archerd died Tuesday in Los Angeles after a battle with a rare form of mesothelioma cancer. He was 87. Archerd began his career as an entertainment writer with the Associated Press in 1945. He joined Variety in 1953 and began ... Read More Other Links From TVGuide ... (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:05:39 GMT)

Legendary entertainment journalist Army Archerd dies at 87
Army Archerd , who covered Hollywood's elite as a Daily Variety columnist for 52 years, has died, according to the trade magazine . Archerd died Tuesday in Los Angeles after a battle with a rare form of mesothelioma cancer. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:42:28 GMT)

Legendary entertainment journalist Army Archerd dies at 87
Army Archerd, who covered Hollywood's elite as a Daily Variety columnist for 52 years, has died after a battle with a rare form of mesothelioma cancer. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 18:49:04 GMT)

Legendary Entertainment Journalist Army Archerd Dies at 87
Army Archerd, who covered Hollywood's elite as a Daily Variety columnist for 52 years, has died, according to the trade magazine. Archerd died Tuesday in Los Angeles after a battle with a rare form of mesothelioma cancer. He was 87. Archerd began his ... (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 19:46:33 GMT)

Army Archerd, Showbiz Chronicler, Dies at 87
Army Archerd, who chronicled the projects and practitioners of show business for a half a century through his column in Variety, died Sept. 8 in Los Angeles, the trade publication reported. He was 87. (Wed, 09 Sep 2009 21:26:14 GMT)

Which UA buildings contain asbestos?
Thousands of students who attend class in the Modern Languages building every day should feel safe knowing this older building is fireproofed, even though this fireproofing is made with asbestos materials. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 00:30:57 GMT)

Asbestos saga 'could happen again'
ASBESTOS disease campaigner Karen Banton has warned that Australia could see a repeat of the James Hardie saga unless dramatic legislative changes are made. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 02:26:00 GMT)

Asbestos saga could happen again: Banton
Asbestos disease campaigner Karen Banton has warned that Australia could see a repeat of the James Hardie saga unless dramatic legislative changes are made. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 02:55:56 GMT)

Army Archerd, Columnist for Variety, Dies at 87
Mr. Archerd’s mannerly reporting on Hollywood executives and movie stars was a fixture in Variety, the entertainment trade newspaper, for more than 50 years. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 03:49:33 GMT)

More asbestos found in old admin building
KINGMAN - Additional asbestos in the future home of the county's probation department may delay the remodeling project. The county supervisors approved Tuesday more than $76,000 for the contractor for additional asbestos cleanup at the Negus Building. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 09:26:17 GMT)

Consumer, Health and Family
There are increasing numbers of claims being intimated from Claimants suffering from mesothelioma who allege low level bystander exposure. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 12:25:42 GMT)

Exposure to asbestos in rocks may cause cancer
People living close to natural sources of asbestos run an increased risk of mesothelioma, according to a new study. It is well known that occupational exposure to asbestos is the cause of the rare cancer mesothelioma. Asbestos fibers attack the layers of membrane covering the lung. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 17:28:15 GMT)

Midtown Plaza asbestos tour
Another milestone for Midtown Plaza. Asbestos abatement is about to begin and construction crews say they are sensitive to people's memories... (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:41:29 GMT)

Asbestos Found In Government Building
Groton utility crews working in the basement of the Municipal Building came in contact with asbestos officials said Thursday. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 20:52:34 GMT)

Asbestos removal continues on schedule at old SW Hospital
The efforts to remove asbestos from the old Southwestern Medical Center on Lee Blvd. is still underway and is on schedule according to the superintendant in charge of the removal. (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 21:57:57 GMT)

NDP private member's bill would ban asbestos mining and sales
PAUL MORDEN The Observer Canada still mines and sells asbestos because “of pure politics in its worst form,” according to Nathan Cullen.[...] (Thu, 10 Sep 2009 22:48:36 GMT)

Asbestos testing still possible
Alpena Municipal Council is continuing to examine the possibility of testing the city's water for asbestos. On Monday, the council voted 4-1 to have city staff look into testing methods and the cost of testing, and to bring that information to a future council meeting. The city has 23 sites that use asbestos-cement pipe, with a total of 16,720 feet - or 3. (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 01:29:38 GMT)

Deaths elsewhere
Army Archerd , 87, whose breezy column for the entertainment trade publication Daily Variety kept tabs on various Hollywood doings for more than half a century, died Tuesday at UCLA Medical Center of mesothelioma, a cancer of the lungs strongly tied to asbestos exposure. (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 01:45:01 GMT)

Asbestos cleanup at Midtown deemed safe
State and city officials showcase the safe cleanup of asbestos at Midtown Plaza and Tower. (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 07:21:45 GMT)

Labour and Employment
Mrs Stavar ( plaintiff ) developed malignant mesothelioma as a result of her exposure to asbestos from laundering her husband's work clothes which were impregnated with asbestos dust and fibre from his workplace. (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 08:25:02 GMT)

Politicians discuss asbestos exports
Canada still mines and sells asbestos because "of pure politics in its worst form," according to Nathan Cullen. The NDP MP from British Columbia introduced a private member's bill C-399 earlier this year that would put an end to the mining and selling of Canadian asbestos.[...] (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 11:56:09 GMT)

Asbestos found in Hawley Armory
Members of the UConn Fencing Club found traces of asbestos in the basement of Hawley Armory at 1:30 p.m. on Monday. A club member contacted the UConn Fire Department after discovering asbestos fibers in Hawley Armory's basement where the club stores old equipment. (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 13:32:42 GMT)

Unregistered asbestos removers fined thousands
Workmen who ripped out asbestos in a school without the proper permits have been fined. (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:42:01 GMT)

NDP private member's bill would ban asbestos mining and sales
PAUL MORDEN The Observer Canada still mines and sells asbestos because “of pure politics in its worst form,” according to Nathan Cullen.[...] (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:48:56 GMT)

Politicians discuss asbestos exports
Canada still mines and sells asbestos because "of pure politics in its worst form," according to Nathan Cullen. The NDP MP from British Columbia introduced a private member's bill C-399 earlier this year that would put an end to the mining and selling of Canadian asbestos.[...] (Fri, 11 Sep 2009 16:49:36 GMT)

Asbestos scare 'could cost £2m'
AN ASBESTOS scare which forced traders from their workshops in Harborough could cost the taxpayer £2million. (10/09/2009) (Sat, 12 Sep 2009 11:30:46 GMT)

New flooring can be used over asbestos
QOur house was built in 1950 and has what I think is asbestos tile in the basement. We'd like to put in an in-floor heating system with ceramic tile on top. Is it OK to put electric in-floor heat on top of the asbestos tile? (Sun, 13 Sep 2009 16:13:16 GMT)

Shiocton man faces federal trial in asbestos removal case
GREEN BAY A four-day trial has been scheduled in federal district court for a 53-year-old Shiocton man who is charged with violating rules for asbestos removal. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 00:42:06 GMT)

Asbestos removal case to go to trial
GREEN BAY A four-day trial has been scheduled in federal district court for a 53-year-old Shiocton man who is charged with violating rules for asbestos removal. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 09:22:47 GMT)

Making progress
For The Reporter Representatives from the federal Environmental Protection Agency have discussed plans for phase two of the removal stage at the BoRit asbestos site with members of the Community Advisory Group. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:44:15 GMT)

EPA discusses removal action at Rose Valley Creek
Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency discussed plans for phase two of the removal stage at the BoRit asbestos site during the Community Advisory Group's Sept. 2 meeting. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 13:56:21 GMT)

Morning Report: New Season Means Chargers Closer to Leaving
The latest twists in long-running stories on the stadium, asbestos in Lemon Grove, and more. (Mon, 14 Sep 2009 16:18:17 GMT)

Asbestos Found in City Annex Building
Asbestos is discovered in the City Engineering Services Annex. Workers are having to fill out medical forms in case they came into contact with the mineral. Channel 3 took a look at the building and invited City Council members along for a tour. A couple members accepted our invitation and didn't like what they found as the building is also literally coming apart at the seams. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:23:54 GMT)

The Lanier Law Firms Rick Meadow Recognized Among Top Attorneys in New York in New York Super Lawyers
Mr. Meadow, who leads The Lanier Law Firm’s office in New York, was selected to the 2009 list based on his work in a variety of personal injury matters, including cases representing clients who have been harmed by pharmaceutical drugs, medical devices, asbestos, medical malpractice, defective products, construction defects, lead poisoning, motor vehicle crashes, and negligence of premises owners ... (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:55:21 GMT)

Miles for Meso
ALTON - The 2009 Miles for Meso 5K Race and Fun Run/Walk will be hosted by the Simmons law firm on Mesothelioma Awareness Day. The Metro Tri Club-coordinated race is on Saturday, Sept. 26, and registration begins at 7:30 a.m. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 01:09:45 GMT)

Q-Build issued with asbestos notice over school removal
An investigation by Queensland authorities has found that incorrect procedures were used in the removal of asbestos from a Gold Coast school. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 02:51:38 GMT)

Mesothelioma Awareness Day - September 26
On September 26, the national Mesothelioma Awareness Day, volunteers bring attention to this underfunded, asbestos-related cancer through a national campaign. The Mesothelioma Applied Research Foundation encourages all radio stations and individuals to get involved. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:01:00 GMT)

Asbestos in school worries town board
SPRINGFIELD — Members of the Springfield Select Board said Monday they were wary of accepting the North School and its surrounding recreational lands out of concern for the asbestos at the school and... ... - By SUSAN SMALLHEER STAFF WRITER (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:01:15 GMT)

Asbestos in school worries town board
SPRINGFIELD — Members of the Springfield Select Board said Monday they were wary of accepting the North School and its surrounding recreational lands out of concern for the asbestos at the school and other financial concerns. ... - By SUSAN SMALLHEER STAFF WRITER (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 07:07:31 GMT)

Feds hunt for asbestos at site of General Industries fire
ELYRIA — Wearing white hazardous material jumpsuits and breathing respirators, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency-hired contractors sifted through dirt and debris at the former General Industries site last week. Their goal? Determine just how contaminated the two-block site may be with asbestos, said Jim Augustyn, a spokesman for the U.S. EPA. Property owner John Peshek does not believe [...] (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 09:37:19 GMT)

How would you score the Southeast region in the last ten years of democratic rule in the country?
If you want me to score, I will score the whole of the Southeast zero. I will tell you why. Hitherto, we had Nigercem at Nkalagu, it is dead. Niger Steel, that too is dead. Nigergas is dead. Asbestos company is dead, Presidential Hotel, Enugu, dead. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 13:03:14 GMT)

Hardie bid to share asbestos blame
THE James Hardie company is to sue a Queensland council to recoup compensation paid to an ailing worker, potentially sharing liability for the misery caused by its asbestos products. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 14:00:00 GMT)

EPA discusses removal action at Rose Valley Creek
Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency discussed plans for phase two of the removal stage at the BoRit asbestos site during the Community Advisory Group's Sept. 2 meeting. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 15:11:37 GMT)

Asbestos critic puts daughter in CIS
Worried about asbestos at Jefferson Junior High School, where her daughter was enrolled, Christine Doerr wrote letters to the editor and asked school district officials to ensure clean air in classrooms and to remove asbestos from Columbia Public Schools buildings. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 19:07:02 GMT)

Hannibal Station 3 work behind schedule because of asbestos
HANNIBAL, Mo (WGEM) -- Mid-September is about the time when the renovation work was scheduled to be finished. But they do have a few weeks left of work. That's because asbestos was found under the tiles in this front room. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:28:31 GMT)

Calls for national asbestos body
THE Federal Government has been urged to set up a national taskforce to better manage the threat of asbestos in schools and other public places. (Tue, 15 Sep 2009 21:45:00 GMT)

1943 insulation might not be asbestos
Q: I just found out that my 1943 house has insulation in the walls - I'm assuming it's asbestos. I can't afford to tear out my walls. What can I do? Are the cancerous fibers getting into the air through large nail holes? I found out about the insulation when... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 00:19:43 GMT)

Support for asbestos removal campaign
The Tasmanian Government has backed union calls for the compulsory removal of asbestos products. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 03:21:41 GMT)

EPA discusses next phase of asbestos removal
Representatives from the Environmental Protection Agency discussed plans for phase two of the removal stage at the BoRit asbestos site during the Community Advisory Group’s Sept. 2 meeting. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 06:13:33 GMT)

1943 insulation might not be asbestos
Q: I just found out that my 1943 house has insulation in the walls - I'm assuming it's asbestos. I can't afford to tear out my walls. What can I do? Are the cancerous fibers getting into the air through large nail holes? I found out about the insulation when... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 07:36:38 GMT)

Union in campaign to remove asbestos
THE Australian Workers Union launched a campaign in Hobart yesterday to rid the nation of asbestos products by 2030. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:12:23 GMT)

CSX asbestos-fraud lawsuit dismissed in WVa
WHEELING, W.Va. - An asbestos fraud case filed by CSX Transportation against a Bridgeport radiologist and a Pittsburgh law firm has been dismissed. The trial was to begin this week, but U.S. District Judge Frederick Stamp dismissed claims of fraud and conspiracy. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 14:48:09 GMT)

CSX asbestos-fraud lawsuit dismissed in WVa
Associated Press - September 16, 2009 10:44 AM ET WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) - An asbestos fraud case filed by CSX Transportation against a Bridgeport radiologist and a Pittsburgh law firm has been... (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:02:12 GMT)

CSX asbestos-fraud lawsuit dismissed in WVa
WHEELING, W.Va. -- An asbestos fraud case filed by CSX Transportation against a Bridgeport radiologist and a Pittsburgh law firm has been dismissed. (Wed, 16 Sep 2009 15:05:17 GMT)

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