V. QUICK ACCESS: U.S. Governmental Website

Posted:  9/30/12

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VIETNAMESE RESTAURANT TO OPEN IN PITTSBURG?

Posted:  25 Jan 13
Updated: 2100, 25 Jan*

THE SIGN SAYS "COMING SOON"

Just don't know when, yet.  Doors chained -- can't tell if they've started converting the place, yet.

On the way back from a great Country Waffles breakfast, we noticed that the old "Punkin's Restaurant," which then became the old "Smith's," is now being turned into a Vietnamese Restaurant.

Happy days!  The great national abundance of the Vietnamese sub-culture in America, these days, is one of the very favorable legacies of the Vietnam War, in my opinion.  The society has been enriched, yet again, just as it's supposed to be! And, Vietnamese food is a wonderful option for a pleasantly interesting eating experience.

It was always sad to see such a prime location going to waste -- and the equally sad implications of earlier owners' business dreams going up in smoke.  Perhaps the spot wasn't quite right for the type of restaurant historically placed there.  But a Vietnamese restaurant, on the other hand, sounds very promising, indeed.

The signs on the building say that the restaurant will be called:

PHO LEE HOA PHAT

(sorry for lack of diacritical marks, no time, for now)

Location
140 E. Leland
Next to Bank of America, cornered with Railroad Ave.
Across from Ace Hardware

*  I just Googled the name of the place and found this link.  I wonder if they're the same -- a chain?  The logo is the same, as I recall.   I simply LOVE Google -- must use it a thousand times a day -- a glorious Company and a brilliantly generous business plan and era-changing model!!!

David Nelson

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Senator Boxer: No Pay for Congress if Government Shuts Down - 1/24/13

Posted:  24 Jan 13


On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 10:48 PM, U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer <barbara.boxer@boxer.enews.senate.gov> wrote:

ABOUT THE SENATOR CONSTITUENT SERVICES ISSUES & LEGISLATION PRESS CONTACT - - - - - NEWS FROM BARBARA BOXER, UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM CALIFORNIA - - - - - January 23, 2013 Dear Friend: Yesterday I introduced the Government Shutdown and Default Prevention Act, legislation that would prevent Members of Congress and the President of the United States from being paid during a default or shutdown of the federal government.  To read more, please click here. A default on our nation’s debt or a deliberate shutdown of our government would be a disaster for our economy and hurt millions of Americans.  This legislation would send a simple message to members of Congress – if you take these actions that will severely harm the American people, you don’t deserve and won’t receive a paycheck. Sincerely, Barbara Boxer United States Senator To respond to this message, please click here.  This link will take you to a webpage where you can reply to messages that you receive from Senator Boxer’s office. Share on Facebook Tell a Friend E-mail: E-mail: E-mail: E-MAIL UPDATES Yes, please periodically send me e-mail updates.* Click Here *By subscribing to my e-mail updates, you are authorizing me to send regular e-mail updates from my office to your e-mail account.

USA.gov - For Your Health: Test Your Home for Radon - 1/23/13

Posted:  23 Jan 13


On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 9:15 AM, USA.gov Team <subscriptions@subscriptions.usa.gov> wrote:

Radon is the second leading cause of lung cancer in the United States and is estimated to be responsible for more than 20,000 lung cancer deaths each year.  You can't see, smell, or taste radon--it's a radioactive gas that comes from the natural breakdown of uranium in soil, rock, and water and gets into the air you breathe.

Radon can be present outdoors and in any type of building, but you're likely to get the most exposure to radon in your own home. To help protect your health, you can test your home for radon and take measures to lower radon levels if needed. You received this message because you are subscribed to e-mail updates from USA.gov. If you have questions, contact us. STAY CONNECTED TO USA.GOV: Facebook  Twitter  YouTube  Our Blog

USA.gov - Investing Tips & US Debt Explained - 1/23/13

Posted:  23 Jan 13


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First Known Earth Trojan Asteriod Video description This...

01/23/2013 03:00 PM EST

First Known Earth Trojan Asteroid

Video description

This animation illustrates the orbit of 2010 TK7 (green dots), the first known Earth Trojan asteroid, discovered by NEOWISE, the asteroid-hunting portion of NASA’s WISE mission.
Video courtesy of NASA.

What You Should Know About Investing

01/23/2013 01:00 PM EST

Whether you’re interested in investing for the first time or whether you’ve been investing for years, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has advice on how you can get the most from your investments.

Checking the background of an investment professional is easy and free.

Details on an investment professional’s background and qualifications are available through the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website and FINRA BrokerCheck. If you have any questions on checking the background of an investment professional, call the SEC’s toll-free investor assistance line at (800) 732-0330.

Diversification can help reduce the overall risk of an investment portfolio.

By picking the right mix of investments, you may be able to limit your losses and reduce the fluctuations of your investment returns without sacrificing too much in potential gains. Some investors find that it is easier to achieve diversification through ownership of mutual funds or exchange-traded funds rather than through ownership of individual stocks or bonds.

Promises of high returns, with little or no associated risk, are classic warning signs for fraud.

Every investment carries some degree of risk and the potential for greater returns comes with greater risk. Ignore so-called “can’t miss” investment opportunities or those promising “guaranteed returns” or, better yet, report them to the SEC.

Some investments provide tax advantages.

For example, employer-sponsored retirement plans and individual retirement accounts generally provide tax advantages for retirement savings, and 529 college savings plans also offer tax benefits. Individuals who are interested in learning about the tax impact of their investment decisions should consult their tax adviser or visit the IRS website.

Active trading and some other very common investing behaviors actually undermine investment performance.

According to researchers, other common investing mistakes include focusing on past performance, favoring investments from your own country, region, state or company, and holding on to losing investments too long and selling winning investments too soon.

Find more tips and advice for keeping your money safe and growing your investments from the SEC’s 13 Things Everyone Should Know About Investing.

What is the Federal Debt and How Does the Debt Limit Work?

01/23/2013 10:00 AM EST

What is the Federal Debt and How Does the Debt Limit Work?:At the end of fiscal year 2011, the federal debt totaled $14.8 trillion.
The debt limit determines when the U.S. Department of Treasury can or cannot borrow money to cover the country’s debts.

Learn more about the federal debt and the debt limit in Federal Debt 101, from the Government Accountability Office.

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Senator Boxer: Ending Long Lines on Election Day - 1/23/13

Posted:  23 Jan 13


On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 5:18 PM, U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer <barbara.boxer@boxer.enews.senate.gov> wrote:

ABOUT THE SENATOR CONSTITUENT SERVICES ISSUES & LEGISLATION PRESS CONTACT - - - - - NEWS FROM BARBARA BOXER, UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM CALIFORNIA - - - - - January 23, 2013 Dear Friend: Yesterday, on the first day of the 113th Congress, I reintroduced my election reform bill – the LINE Act – to ensure that American voters will never again be forced to wait in line for hours to cast their ballots.  Forcing American voters to stand in line for hours is tantamount to denying their fundamental right to vote. President Obama was right to make election reform a priority in his Inaugural Address, and I look forward to working with my colleagues to pass this important legislation.  To read more, please click here. Sincerely, Barbara Boxer United States Senator To respond to this message, please click here.  This link will take you to a webpage where you can reply to messages that you receive from Senator Boxer’s office. Share on Facebook Tell a Friend E-mail: E-mail: E-mail: E-MAIL UPDATES Yes, please periodically send me e-mail updates.* Click Here *By subscribing to my e-mail updates, you are authorizing me to send regular e-mail updates from my office to your e-mail account.

Senator Boxer: Helping to End Veteran Homelessness - 1/23/13

Posted:  23 Jan 13


On Wed, Jan 23, 2013 at 6:09 PM, U.S. Senator Barbara Boxer <barbara.boxer@boxer.enews.senate.gov> wrote:

ABOUT THE SENATOR CONSTITUENT SERVICES ISSUES & LEGISLATION PRESS CONTACT - - - - - NEWS FROM BARBARA BOXER, UNITED STATES SENATOR FROM CALIFORNIA - - - - - January 23, 2013 Dear Friend: Yesterday I introduced legislation to help end homelessness among our nation’s veterans.  The Check the Box for Homeless Veterans Act of 2013 offers taxpayers the opportunity to help keep those who served our country off the streets by making a voluntary contribution on their federal income tax return to support programs that prevent and combat veteran homelessness.  To read more, please click here. It is inexcusable that tens of thousands of homeless veterans spend their nights on the streets, and this new check-off box would give Americans a simple way to give back to those who have given so much for us. Sincerely, Barbara Boxer United States Senator To respond to this message, please click here.  This link will take you to a webpage where you can reply to messages that you receive from Senator Boxer’s office. Share on Facebook Tell a Friend E-mail: E-mail: E-mail: E-MAIL UPDATES Yes, please periodically send me e-mail updates.* Click Here *By subscribing to my e-mail updates, you are authorizing me to send regular e-mail updates from my office to your e-mail account.