Liberia’s Ebola clampdown turns violent as Asia fears new cases

“Monrovia (AFP) – Violence erupted in an Ebola quarantine zone in Liberia’s capital Wednesday as authorities struggled to contain the deadly disease, while new suspected cases in Asia sparked fears of it spreading from Africa.

Four residents were injured in Monrovia’s West Point slum when soldiers opened fire on crowds and used tear gas as they tried to evacuate a state official and her family from the quarantined quarter.

The crackdown in Liberia comes as authorities around the world are scrambling to stem the worst-ever outbreak of Ebola, which has killed more than 1,200 people across west Africa this year…”

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Did Louisiana Make A Deal With The Devil Over Oil? Written by: Jim Brown, host of Jim Brown’s Common Sense

Do energy companies have a responsibility to mitigate the damage caused by their drilling for oil and gas in Louisiana? That’s the issue now being litigated in the controversial levee board lawsuits now in the courts.

Louisiana was seduced by an outside industry full of vast economic promises. The money came in easily and there can be no dispute that many new jobs were created.  But when you put the financial tally to paper, has it been worth it?

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“The Dart Hits The Mark for 2014” Written by: Bob Long, host of Auto World and Auto World AM on GCNlive.com

“I like the new Dodge Dart. So far, it has not sold in the numbers that were expected by the Dodge Brand. In my opinion, instead of resurrecting a name from the past, perhaps a new name for the vehicle would have been a better move. The smallest sedan in the Dodge lineup, the vehicle is a well crafted 4-door that matches a contemporary appearance with good creature comfort features and impressive overall handling. Based on a purpose-modified Alfa Romeo platform, the compact Dart goes head-to-head with prime rivals like the Chevrolet Cruze, Ford Focus, Honda Civic, Hyundai Elantra, Kia Forte, Mazda 3, Nissan Sentra, Toyota Corrola and the VW Jetta. The Dart is offered with a choice of three engines and a host of class-exclusive techno touches. This roomy and comfortable front-wheel drive Dodge also earns outstanding safety ratings. Those impressive credentials notwithstanding, the Dart still struggles to take market share in a segment that remains dominated by perennial class leaders, the Civic and Corolla.”

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