News briefs:January 04, 2008

Contents 1 Wikinews News Brief January 04, 2008 23:35 UTC 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Israeli troops kill 9 in Gaza 1.3 Georgian President faces election challenge 1.4 US unemployment hits two-year high 1.5 Israel plans crackdown on West Bank settlement outposts 1.6 Transaven Airlines plane carrying 14 people crashes off Venezuelan coast 1.7 Sportswriter Milt Dunnell […]

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The Right To One’s Own Health Is Individual Responsibility

A Health Savings Account offers people a second choice when it comes to signing up for health insurance. It’s not a replacement for health insurance, but instead, combines aspects of personal savings with the complete coverage offered by a health insurance plan. If you’ve been following the news lately, you’ve probably heard about the contentious […]

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Overweight and Overlooked

If you’re a young or middle-aged adult who is at least 100 pounds overweight, you’re not only jeopardizing your health, but your ability to succeed and move ahead in both business and social situations. So what to do? You’ve already tried low-calorie diets, drugs, behavioral modification, running, stepping and crunching—with little or no results. Now, […]

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How to tow a caravan safely

The idea of towing a caravan can put many people off buying one, but it needn’t be scary at all. With a little care and preparation, towing a caravan can be stress-free and safe, providing you follow these common-sense rules. Give yourself more space and time for everything. Brake earlier, accelerate more slowly, and leave […]

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