Fallen tree poses hazard to McKenzie River users The Register-Guard The tree, which is about 4 feet in diameter and completely spans the river, has blocked passage and could pose a danger to river users, Isacksen said. It fell from an island into the river, which has complicated efforts to remove it. and more »

Quakes pose severe threat to SF housing stock San Francisco Chronicle SPUR also outlined very practical steps - for policymakers as well as residents - to keep people in homes that do not pose a safety hazard. The encouragement of a "shelter in place" system could include setting up neighborhood centers for residents to ... and more »

Snow, Ice At RTD Bus Stops Pose Possible Dangers KMGH Denver By Christine Chang, 7NEWS Anchor DENVER -- You'll still find piles of snow and ice at just about every corner in Denver after this latest winter blast. It's now becoming dangerous for people taking the bus or trying to cross the street. and more »

'Zaching': Maryland Teen With Brain Cancer Inspires Web Phenomenon Patch.com By Lisa Rossi Shortly after surgery, Ellicott City's Zach Lederer holds up his arms in the 'Zaching' pose to show how he feels about cancer. http://zaching.tumblr.com Zach Lederer jokes he was a little ?drugged up? when, in his hospital bed, ... and more »

California Watch

Powerful land owners pose obstacle for rail California Watch Courtesy of Reed KaestnerThis planned resort area of Tejon Ranch in the hillsides of the Tehachapi Mountains is no longer at risk of being disturbed by high-speed rail, with the Grapevine alignment no longer being considered. and more »

Winter Can Pose Hazards for Seniors
Title: Winter Can Pose Hazards for Seniors Category: Health News Created: 2/4/2012 10:05:00 AM Last Editorial Review: 2/6/2012

Suburbs pose job challenges - study
Fear of using public transport at night is a barrier to keeping a job in disadvantaged areas, a study shows.

Bureaucrats pose as "new" Canadians on TV show
Six government employees were drafted to pose as new Canadians for a citizenship ceremony broadcast on a conservative news channel in Canada.

STRIKE A POSE
East Palestine?s Class of 2015 hosted a Winter Carnival Saturday to raise money for their Sweetheart Dance.

Today's photo: Strike a pose
Revelers pose at the Banda de Ipanema carnival parade Saturday in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. People gathered for one of many parades happening before the famed "Carnival," which runs from Feb. 17 to 21. ---Silvia Izquierdo / The Associated Press

Unimmunized Kids Pose Public Health Risks
Most childhood diseases appear to be on the verge of being wiped out in the United States, but health officials are paying attention to recent outbreaks of measles currently in southwest Kansas and last year in Johnson County, Kan.

Warm temps pose threat to MTU snow statues
On Monday there was a slight drop in temperature which helped keep the statues from melting and turning to slush

Prescription drugs pose risks
Twenty percent of teens say they have taken a prescription drug without a doctor?s prescription, according to the CDC.

Perfect pose!
A couple poses for a photograph in a heart shaped illumination on the eve of the annual snow festival in Sapporo, on Japan?s northern island of Hokkaido. Some 2mn people are due to attend the week-long festival which has over 250 snow sculptures.

Many Hits, Rather Than A Big One, Pose Greatest Concussion Risk
High school football players experienced brain changes long before they had symptoms of concussion. The findings suggest that concussions come from cumulative damage, researchers say.