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Moniz announces federal financial support for first nuclear power plants in US in nearly 30 years
Energy Secretary Ernest Moniz announced at a National Press Club luncheon Wednesday that the Obama administration will be signing off on a $6.5 billion loan guarantee to help finance the construction of two new nuclear power reactors at the Vogel electric plant in Georgia. This marks the start of construction for the first nuclear plants built in the U.S. in nearly thirty years. “The president, and I want to emphasize ... that he sees nuclear energy as part of America’s low-carbon energy portfolio,” Moniz said. “Of course, nuclear power is already a major part of our carbon-free portfolio.”…
Type: News
Mark your calendar for March 17 St. Patrick's Day buffet
National Press Club members and their guests are invited for our St. Patrick's' buffet night and celebration on Monday, March 17, starting at 5:30 p.m. in the Reliable Source. Come and join us to enjoy Irish food and music by popular guitarist Matt Palumbo. The price of the delicious Irish buffet is $22 plus tax and gratuity. Since this is usually a sold-out event, you are encouraged to make reservations as soon as possible by contacting at 202-662-7443 or e-mailing at [email protected]
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Annual Back to School Speech
Type: Media
February reciprocal club overnight room special for NPC members in Boston
Through the end of February, stay overnight in one of the Harvard Club of Boston's well-appointed guest rooms Sundays through Tuesdays, and take advantage of our Special Reciprocal Guest Rate of JUST $179 per night plus tax! For more information, or for reservations, please call the Harvard Club's front desk at 617-536-1260. Be sure to mention this National Press Club offer when making your overnight room reservations!
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Pub Quiz returns to Truman Lounge Thursday, March 13 with prizes galore
It’s time once again to get that leftside of your brain in shape for an evening of trivia, food, drinks and prizes. After being snowed out in February, the National Press Club’s monthly Pub Quiz is back, packed with gag gifts and prizes for those who like to unleash their inner Cliff Clavin and showcase their knowledge on anything and everything, from movies and ‘80s music, to sports and politics. Sponsored by the Events Committee, Pub Quiz is a great opportunity to gather with friends over food and drinks and to meet new friends and members. Veteran Pub Quiz emcee Marc Wojno returns as quiz…
Type: News
Rescheduled Newsmaker Tuesday -- America's youth: more miserable than ever
The official Youth Misery Index, as calculated by Young America’s Foundation (YAF), has hit a record high of 98.6. The index is calculated by adding figures for youth unemployment (at a near record high), average graduating student loan debt (at a record high) and the per capita national debt (also at a record high). YAF spokesperson Ashley Pratte will discuss the Youth Misery Index, the hardships that young people are experiencing and the resulting implications for the 2014 elections at a National Press Club Newsmakers news conference scheduled for 10 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 25 in the club’s…
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At NPC Book Rap Gregory Feifer explains why majority of Russians still support Putin
Former NPR Moscow correspondent, Gregory Feifer, explained what it is in the nature of the Russian people that keeps President Vladimir Putin in popularity even though his government is widening the gap between the super-rich and the great majority of the poor. Feifer said that even though Moscow is now a rich city, the rest of the countryside is dying off from alcoholism, AIDS, and poverty just 50 miles outside of it. One third of the Russian villages have fewer than thirty people. Feifer pointed out that Russian behavior is influenced by the country's characteristic large land mass made up…
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Humorist Dave Barry Returns to NPC March 6
Pulitzer Prize-winner and New York Times best-selling author Dave Barry returns to the National Press Club at 1 p.m. on March 6 to discuss his new book, ”You Can Date Boys When You're Forty: Dave Barry on Parenting and Other Topics He Knows Very Little About.” The event will be in the Conference Rooms. A book signing will follow the discussion. This is a ticketed event and registration is required. Click here to register. Tickets are $5 for NPC members and $10 for non-members. The Club-member admission fee is waived with the purchase of a pre-ordered copy of the book, an option that appears…
Type: News
DC job opening with Turkey’s leading news agency
Anadolu Agency (AA) is seeking a talented writer to work as a correspondent in its Washington bureau. The ideal candidate should have a masterful command of the English language, be able to rapidly respond to news stories, have a keen interest in and knowledge of international affairs, and have a background in journalism. She/he will be tasked with writing news and feature stories, in addition to shooting photo and video. Access to extensive contacts in the U.S. government is highly desired. The position is full-time. Interested candidates should email Washington Bureau Chief Mehmet Toroglu…
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Get wedding and event photo tips at Photo Committee meeting, Wednesday, Feb. 26, noon
National Press Club member Rex Allen Stucky will speak about wedding and event photography at the luncheon meeting of the Club’s Photography Committee on Wednesday, Feb. 26, at noon, in the McClendon Room. Stucky is a well-known wedding photographer in the Washington area, having photographed more than 1,000 weddings, in addition to his work on portraits and corporate events. He has great tales to tell about some of those wedding shoots, including some tips on how to get the best shots. All Club members and their guests are welcome and no reservations are required. Stucky worked for 28…
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