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Friday, March 15, 2013
WELCOME JIG
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 08:36 PM CDT Two little girls dance with anticipation as they wait for a welcoming home ceremony to begin on Fort Steward, Ga., March, 7, 2013. Fifty soldiers, assigned to the 3rd Infantry Division's 1st Battalion, 9th Field Artillery Regiment, 2nd Brigade Combat Team, returned home after being deployed for more than six months in Afghanistan. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
CANINE SALUTE
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 08:12 PM CDT Linda Odierno, left, wife of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Ray Odierno, and her dog, Tootsie, receive a special salute award from retired Army Capt. Leslie N. Smith during the USO of Metropolitan Washington's 31st awards dinner in Arlington, Va., March 14, 2013. Odierno received the award for her volunteer service in pet therapy. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
FINAL FLIGHT
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 08:02 PM CDT The last C-130E Hercules on Hurlburt Field, Fla., March 4, 2013, prepares for its final flight before retirement. The Hercules has been in service in the Air Force for more than 40 years and flew during the Vietnam War. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
HORNET LAUNCH
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 07:47 PM CDT An F/A-18C Hornet launches from the flight deck of the aircraft carrier USS Dwight D. Eisenhower in the Mediterranean Sea, March 13, 2013. The Eisenhower departed Naval Station Norfolk on a scheduled deployment to support maritime security operations and theater security cooperation efforts in the U.S. 5th and 6th fleets areas of responsibility. The Hornet is assigned to Strike Fighter Squadron 131. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
FIRE MISSION
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 07:32 PM CDT Army soldiers prepare for a fire mission with a 155 mm howitzer during the regiment's mission rehearsal exercise in Grafenwoehr, Germany, March 12, 2013. The rehearsal exercises develop combat skills, counterinsurgency tactics and interoperability among military forces of the U.S. and its partner nations before a scheduled deployment. The soldiers are assigned to 2nd Cavalry Regiment. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
JUMP TRAINING
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 07:25 PM CDT Army soldiers conduct parachute training on Camp Mackall, N.C., March 12, 2013. U.S. Army Civil Affairs and Psychological Operations Command jumpmasters and Army Reserve parachute riggers from the 824th Quartermaster Company supported the airborne operation to increase proficiency in airborne infiltration and maintain jumpmaster and jumper proficiency. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
MARINE ESCORT
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 07:14 PM CDT U.S. Marines provide security while escorting local leaders and Afghan military members to a meeting in Nimroz province, Afghanistan, March 13, 2013. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
NIMROZ SECURITY
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 06:38 PM CDT U.S. Marine Corps Lance Cpl. Michael Skowronski provides security en route to a meeting in Nimroz province, Afghanistan, March 13, 2013. Skowronski, a machine gunner, is assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 7th Marine Regiment. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
PENTAGON BRIEFING
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 05:39 PM CDT Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announces a change in U.S. missile defense deployment during a press briefing at the Pentagon, March 15, 2013. Hagel said the Defense Department would increase missile defense investments in Alaska to counter the threat from North Korea. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
MISSILE DEFENSE
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 04:13 PM CDT Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel announces a change in U.S. missile defense deployment during a press briefing at the Pentagon, March 15, 2013. Hagel said the Defense Department would increase missile defense investments in Alaska to counter the threat from North Korea. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
WINNEFELD REMARKS
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 01:27 PM CDT Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld Jr., vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, gives remarks during the USO of Metropolitan Washington's 31st awards dinner in Crystal City, Va. March 14, 2013. The event, which honored military members, families and military supporters for their actions, drew other senior military leaders, entertainers and wounded warriors. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
WINNEFELD REMARKS
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 12:54 PM CDT Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld Jr., vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, gives remarks during the USO of Metropolitan Washington's 31st awards dinner in Crystal City, Va. March 14, 2013. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
AWARDS ADDRESS
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/15/2013 09:26 AM CDT Navy Adm. James A. Winnefeld Jr., vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, delivers remarks during the USO of Metropolitan Washington's 31st Annual Awards Dinner in Arlington, Va., March 14, 2013. The event, which honored military members, families and military supporters for their actions, also attracted numerous other senior military leaders and entertainers as well as several wounded warriors. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
News from CPSC - Three Recalls
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Communications
4330 East West Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814, www.cpsc.gov
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This message consists of the following:
1. UNIQLO Recalls Children's Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards, http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Uniqlo-Recalls-Childrens-Pajamas/
2. BrightLight Blankets Recalled by IdeaVillage Due to Burn Hazard, http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/BrightLight-Blankets-Recalled-by-IdeaVillage/
3. Stuart Weitzman Girls' Cha Cha Boots Recalled by Synclaire Brands Due to Fall Hazard, http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Stuart-Weitzman-Girls-Cha-Cha-Boots/
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1. UNIQLO Recalls Children's Pajamas Due to Violation of Federal Flammability Standards
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 14, 2013
Recall number: 13-140
Name of product: Children's Pajamas
Hazard: The pajamas fail to meet federal flammability standards for children's sleepwear, posing a risk of burn injuries to children.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled pajamas away from children and return them to any UNIQLO store for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: UNIQLO; toll-free at (877) 486-4756, from 10 a.m. to midnight ET Monday through Saturday and 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. ET Sunday, or at www.uniqlo.com, then click on ABOUT UNIQLO at the bottom left side of the page and then on UNIQLO NEWS for more information.
Units: About 700
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Uniqlo-Recalls-Childrens-Pajamas/
Description: The recalled products are one-piece micro fleece garment made of 100 percent polyester knit fabric. They were sold in infant sizes 9M to 12M. The pajamas are footed and have a front zipper and long sleeves. The brand name "UNIQLO BABY" appears on the neck label. There are a variety of colors and designs, including red and black plaid print; navy, green and yellow plaid print; off-white with pink, yellow and gray dots print; pink with off-white, dark pink and gray dots print; brown and pink with white snowflakes print; navy with white snowflakes print; gray with deer; beige with deer. The serial numbers of the recalled product, located at the bottom of the neck label, include: 187-074142(24-04), 187-074143(24-04), 187-074144(24-04) and 187-074145(24-04).
Incidents/Injuries: None reported
Sold at: UNIQLO New York stores, except the SoHo store; UNIQLO Garden State Plaza store in Paramus, N.J.; and online at www.uniqlo.com from September 2012 through November 2012 for about $15.
Importer: Fast Retailing USA, Inc., of New York, N.Y. and UNIQLO USA LLC, of New York, N.Y.
Manufactured in: China
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2. BrightLight Blankets Recalled by IdeaVillage Due to Burn Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 14, 2013
Recall number: 13-730
Name of product: Battery-powered BrightLight(tm) blankets
Hazard: The batteries in the blanket can overheat, posing a burn hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled blankets and contact IdeaVillage for a free replacement blanket. IdeaVillage is contacting its customers directly.
Consumer Contact: IdeaVillage, toll-free at (866) 655-4342, from 5 a.m. to 4 p.m. PT Monday and Tuesday, 6 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. PT Wednesday, 6 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. PT Thursday and Friday or www.brightlightblanketrecall.com for more information.
Units: About 5,200
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/BrightLight-Blankets-Recalled-by-IdeaVillage/
Description: The recalled BrightLight blankets are 40-inch by 60-inch white, polyester blankets with LED lights that change color. The blanket has a battery compartment in a zippered pouch on the edge of the blanket.
Incidents/Injuries: The firm has received four reports of batteries overheating, including one report of a minor burn to a finger.
Sold exclusively at: Online at www.brightlightpillow.com and by phone from July 2012 through August 2012 for about $40.
Importer: IdeaVillage Products Corp. of Wayne, N.J
Manufacturer: Wellbrain International, of China
Manufactured in: China
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3. Stuart Weitzman Girls' Cha Cha Boots Recalled by Synclaire Brands Due to Fall Hazard
Consumers should stop using this product unless otherwise instructed. It is illegal to resell or attempt to resell a recalled consumer product.
Recall date: March 14, 2013
Recall number: 13-141
Name of product: Cha Cha and Cha Cha 2 girls' boots
Hazard: The zipper pulls on the boots can become entangled posing a fall hazard.
Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled boots away from children and return the boots for a full refund.
Consumer Contact: Synclaire Brands U.S.A. at (888) 998-0702 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, or go to the firm's website at www.synclaire.com and click on recall information.
Units: About 5,000
Photos are available at: http://www.cpsc.gov/en/Recalls/2013/Stuart-Weitzman-Girls-Cha-Cha-Boots/
Description: The Stuart Weitzman brand Cha Cha and Cha Cha 2 boots come in black or white vinyl with quilted nylon shafts and were sold in girls' size 13 through size 5. The boots have zippers with gold-tone SW logo zipper pulls on the inside side of the boots. The model name and size is printed on a white tag inside the top of the boots.
Incidents/Injuries: Synclaire Brands has received 3 reports of the zipper pulls becoming entangled to each other, including one injury that occurred when a child wearing the boots attempted to untangle the zipper pulls. The child lost her balance and hit her head on the sidewalk, causing a laceration to her forehead that required stitches.
Sold at: Bloomingdale's, Belk Stores, TJ Maxx nationwide and online at Zappos from September 2011 through February 2013 for about $65.
Importer: Synclaire Brands U.S.A., Inc., of Hicksville, N.Y.
Manufactured in: China
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tell us about your experience with the product on SaferProducts.gov.
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Thursday, March 14, 2013
POSTING OF COLORS
You are subscribed to Defense News Lead Photo for U.S. Department of Defense. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/14/2013 08:13 PM CDT Vice President Joe Biden, far left, Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel, second from left, his wife, Lilibet, and Army Gen. Martin E. Dempsey, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, show honor during the posting of colors before the ceremonial swearing-in of Hagel as the 24th secretary at the Pentagon, March 14, 2013. Update your subscriptions, modify your password or e-mail address, or stop subscriptions at any time on your User Profile Page. You will need to use your e-mail address to log in. If you have questions or problems with the subscription service, please e-mail support@govdelivery.com. Have another inquiry? Visit the online FAQ for up-to-date information. This service is provided to you at no charge by U.S. Department of Defense. Visit us on the web at http://www.defense.gov/. Updates from the U.S. Department of Defense |
HAGEL ADDRESS
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HAGEL ADDRESS
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Penguin Science.com (Image 21)
You are subscribed to Images and Video for National Science Foundation Update. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/14/2013 12:03 PM EDT An Adelie penguin climbs out of the sea and onto the ice at Ross Island, Antarctica. Jean Pennycook, who has a background in education and is currently an Einstein Fellow at the National Science Foundation, observes and tracks Adelie penguin families at Cape Royds (Ross Island) for her outreach ... This is an NSF Multimedia Gallery item. This e-mail update was generated automatically based on your subscription to the category listed above. Some updates may belong to more than one category, resulting in duplicate messages.
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Penguin Science.com (Image 19)
You are subscribed to Images and Video for National Science Foundation Update. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/14/2013 12:03 PM EDT Adelie penguins dive off the ice and into the sea at Ross Island, Antarctica. Jean Pennycook, who has a background in education and is currently an Einstein Fellow at the National Science Foundation, observes and tracks Adelie penguin families at Cape Royds (Ross Island) for her outreach ... This is an NSF Multimedia Gallery item. This e-mail update was generated automatically based on your subscription to the category listed above. Some updates may belong to more than one category, resulting in duplicate messages.
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Penguin Science.com (Image 22)
You are subscribed to Images and Video for National Science Foundation Update. This information has recently been updated, and is now available. 03/14/2013 12:03 PM EDT An adult Adelie penguin at Ross Island, Antarctica. Jean Pennycook, who has a background in education and is currently an Einstein Fellow at the National Science Foundation, observes and tracks Adelie penguin families at Cape Royds (Ross Island) for her outreach project that she posts on the ... This is an NSF Multimedia Gallery item. This e-mail update was generated automatically based on your subscription to the category listed above. Some updates may belong to more than one category, resulting in duplicate messages.
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