I'm a fan of the show Mad Men, which chronicles the exploits of fictional 1960s Manhattan advertising firm Sterling Cooper. Occasionally, historical events shape the show and on a recent episode the firm made their pitch to a prospective client who wanted to positively spin the demolition of... more Penn Station and Historic Preservation >>

Tuesday, September 22, is the first day of fall, which is also known as the autumnal equinox. Learn more about the seasons -- visit the FAQ at USA.gov.

Ippolito International, LP of Salinas, California is voluntarily recalling 1,715 cartons of bunched spinach, because it has the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in young children, frail or elderly people, and others... more Ippolito International, LP Voluntarily Recalls Bunch Spinach Because ofPossible Health Risk Nationwide and Canada >>

On September 12, 2009, sea ice reached its annual minimum extent, covering 5.10 million square kilometers (2.97 million square miles) of the Arctic Ocean. This image shows the 2009 ice extent compared to the 1979-2000 average. more North Pole Sea Ice Minimum 2009 >>

Students across the country can learn about H1N1 Flu and ask questions of the government’s leading experts during a free webinar on September 22nd.  The event, offered as part of the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s (FEMA) Ready Classroom campaign, is open to any class... more Getting Students Engaged on H1N1 Preparedness >>

The National Institutes of Health offers a website with popular health topics for women, information about clinical trials, and more. more Women's Health Research >>

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A group of senior U.S. officials paid homage to servicemembers who have been prisoners of war or are listed as missing in action during an observance ceremony on a Pentagon parade field.

"HQ. FEAF, TOKYO --- Pictured here is the Russian-built MIG-15 fighter interceptor which was flown to a U.S. Air Force base at Kimpo near Seoul Monday September 21, by a North Korean officer pilot, in a daring flight to freedom. The flier was interviewed by world-wide press media... more MiG-15 from a North Korean Defector >>

Recently, we have seen a few stories questioning how the Presidential Records Act (PRA) intersects with Americans’ use of modern social media, like Facebook and Twitter, to communicate with the White House.  Before I address some specific issues raised in these stories, let me give you a... more Reality Check: The Presidential Records Act of 1978 meets web-based social media of 2009 >>

Better Buns Inc. is recalling its 22 oz package of Europa Baking Company brand 6 pack Knot Rolls because they may contain undeclared eggs. People who have allergies to eggs run the risk of serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume these products.