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MISMO Calls for Participation in New Initiative to Standardize Title Order Data Exchange
WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- MISMO, a subsidiary of the Mortgage Bankers Association, issued the following news on Nov. 18, 2025:
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MISMO Calls for Participation in New Initiative to Standardize Title Order Data Exchange
MISMO(R), the real estate finance industry's standards organization, today announced a call for industry professionals to join the Title and Closing Documents to Data Development Workgroup (DWG) to support development of the Title Order Dataset Specification. This new initiative will define a standardized dataset for exchanging title order information between lenders, title providers,
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 19 -- MISMO, a subsidiary of the Mortgage Bankers Association, issued the following news on Nov. 18, 2025:
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MISMO Calls for Participation in New Initiative to Standardize Title Order Data Exchange
MISMO(R), the real estate finance industry's standards organization, today announced a call for industry professionals to join the Title and Closing Documents to Data Development Workgroup (DWG) to support development of the Title Order Dataset Specification. This new initiative will define a standardized dataset for exchanging title order information between lenders, title providers,and technology vendors.
"Currently, lenders submit title orders through inconsistent channels, including structured and unstructured emails, faxes, and phone calls, which leads to data gaps and errors that delay order initiation," said MISMO President Brian Vieaux. "The new dataset specification will enable accurate, consistent, and efficient title order placement and complete MISMO's suite of title and closing dataset specifications, from pricing through fulfillment."
"The Title Order Dataset is a critical next step in strengthening interoperability and efficiency across the mortgage ecosystem," said Bryan Bedard, Rocket Close, Chair of the Title and Closing Docs to Data DWG. "By creating a standardized approach to how title orders are exchanged, we're helping lenders and title companies save time, reduce errors, and move closer to a truly digital process."
The DWG invites active participation from title agents, lenders, technology providers, and title underwriters to ensure the new dataset reflects real-world needs and supports seamless adoption across the industry. These professionals bring critical perspectives and expertise that will help the group review and validate proposed data elements, finalize the dataset specification, and develop effective strategies for implementation and use.
Individuals interested in joining this group who are already MISMO Members may join the Title and Closing Docs to Data DWG collaboration site on MISMO Connect. Those not yet members who would like to participate should contact info@mismo.org. Meetings will be held on the first and third Wednesday of each month, beginning on December 3rd from 2:00 - 3:00 p.m. ET via video conference.
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Original text here: https://www.mismo.org/about-MISMO/news/2025/11/18/mismo-calls-for-participation-in-new-initiative-to-standardize-title-order-data-exchange
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New resources help dentists identify patients at risk for cardiovascular disease
DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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New resources help dentists identify patients at risk for cardiovascular disease
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DALLAS, Nov. 18, 2025 Each year, approximately 29 million people see a dentist but not another medical professional. [1] By incorporating blood pressure screenings into routine dental care visits, dental teams can help identify patients with hypertension and at risk for cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S., often before symptoms appear.
The American Heart Association's
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DALLAS, Texas, Nov. 18 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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New resources help dentists identify patients at risk for cardiovascular disease
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DALLAS, Nov. 18, 2025 Each year, approximately 29 million people see a dentist but not another medical professional. [1] By incorporating blood pressure screenings into routine dental care visits, dental teams can help identify patients with hypertension and at risk for cardiovascular disease, the leading cause of death in the U.S., often before symptoms appear.
The American Heart Association'sHealthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts(tm) initiative, in collaboration with Delta Dental of California, has launched a new standard of care for heart health screening within the oral health care setting. Focused on blood pressure screening and referral to primary care, Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts provides professional education highlighting the connection between oral health and heart health, a standard blood pressure screening and referral guide, and educational materials for patients.
A 2024 survey conducted by The Harris Poll for the American Heart Association, a relentless force changing the future of health for everyone everywhere, found that nearly 9 in 10 dental patients (88%) think of their dental care team as an important part of their overall health care team. [2] More than 80 percent of patients are open to their dental care team taking their blood pressure at their dental appointments to help them manage their health. [3]
"For many, the dental chair is the only point of contact with the health care system, and that makes dental professionals an essential partner in chronic disease early detection," said Eduardo Sanchez, M.D., M.P.H., FAHA, chief medical officer for prevention at the American Heart Association. "That early detection can lead to timely referrals, better outcomes and lives saved."
"The mouth is a gateway to the body, and oral health professionals have a powerful opportunity to integrate more into their patients' collective health care team beyond protecting their patients' teeth," said Daniel Croley, D.M.D., chief dental officer at Delta Dental of California and Affiliates. "By connecting oral health and heart health, this initiative helps dentists identify risks early and guide patients toward care that can improve and even save lives."
The new Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts resources will help dental care professionals:
* Learn more about the connection between oral health and cardiovascular health and engage with the latest science on blood pressure management through an e-module and educational activities.
* Adopt a standardized blood pressure screening process with referrals to primary care.
* Provide patients with educational materials that explain the connection between oral health and cardiovascular health and help them take charge of their overall health.
High blood pressure affects nearly half (46.7%) of all adults in the U.S. and is a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke. A new joint guideline from the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology, released in August 2025, advises earlier treatment for hypertension that includes lifestyle modification and medications as appropriate, and reinforces the importance of healthy lifestyle behaviors, such as eating a heart healthy diet, being physically active, and maintaining or achieving a healthy weight.
The Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative aims to improve the overall health of patients nationwide by expanding access to integrated health care and educating patients and clinicians on the connection between heart health and oral health. For more information, visit www.heart.org/HealthySmiles.
Additional Resources:
* Spanish news release
About the American Heart Association
The American Heart Association is a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Dedicated to ensuring equitable health in all communities, the organization has been a leading source of health information for more than one hundred years. Supported by more than 35 million volunteers globally, we fund groundbreaking research, advocate for the public's health, and provide critical resources to save and improve lives affected by cardiovascular disease and stroke. By driving breakthroughs and implementing proven solutions in science, policy, and care, we work tirelessly to advance health and transform lives every day. Connect with us on heart.org, Facebook, X or by calling 1-800-AHA-USA1.
About Delta Dental of California and Affiliates
Since 1955, Delta Dental has offered comprehensive, high-quality oral health care coverage to millions of enrollees and built the strongest network of dental providers in the country. The Delta Dental of California enterprise includes its affiliates Delta Dental Insurance Company, Delta Dental of Pennsylvania, Delta Dental of New York, Inc., as well as the national DeltaCare USA network, and provides dental benefits to more than 31 million people across 15 states and the District of Columbia*. All are members of the Delta Dental Plans Association based in Chicago, Illinois, the not-for-profit national association that through a national network of Delta Dental companies collectively covers millions of people nationwide. Delta Dental is a registered trademark of Delta Dental Plans Association. For more information about Delta Dental of California and Affiliates, please visit www.deltadentalins.com.
For Media Inquiries:
American Heart Association: Julia Kersey, Julia.Kersey@heart.org
Delta Dental: Kinga Skowronek, Kskowronek@delta.org
For Public Inquiries: 1-800-AHA-USA1 (242-8721)
heart.org and stroke.org
[1] Trends in the Number and Percentage of the Population with Any Dental or Medical Visits, 2019 - Statistical Brief (Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (US)) - NCBI Bookshelf
[2] The Harris Poll. (2024, October). Dental patient survey conducted for the Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative.
[3] The Harris Poll. (2024, October). Dental patient survey conducted for the Healthy Smiles, Healthy Hearts initiative.
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Original text here: https://newsroom.heart.org/news/new-resources-help-dentists-identify-patients-at-risk-for-cardiovascular-disease
NSFOCUS Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership for AI-Driven Security Operation
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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NSFOCUS Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership for AI-Driven Security Operation
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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 18, 2025 Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that NSFOCUS has received the 2025 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition in the AI-driven security operations industry for its exceptional achievements in technological innovation,
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SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Nov. 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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NSFOCUS Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2025 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership for AI-Driven Security Operation
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SAN ANTONIO, Nov. 18, 2025 Frost & Sullivan is pleased to announce that NSFOCUS has received the 2025 Global Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition in the AI-driven security operations industry for its exceptional achievements in technological innovation,strategy execution, and measurable customer impact. This recognition highlights NSFOCUS's leadership in applying advanced artificial intelligence to transform security operations, enhancing accuracy, efficiency, and resilience in an increasingly complex global threat environment.
Frost & Sullivan evaluates companies through a rigorous benchmarking process across two core dimensions: strategy effectiveness and strategy execution. NSFOCUS excelled in both, demonstrating its ability to align strategic initiatives with market demand while executing them with scale and precision. According to Pranav Sahai, a Frost & Sullivan industry analyst, "NSFOCUS exemplifies how artificial intelligence can redefine modern security operations. Its NSFGPT and ISOP platforms are tangible demonstrations of innovation that bridge data, analytics, and human expertise to deliver unprecedented efficiency and accuracy. By integrating AI into the core of cybersecurity operations, NSFOCUS not only enhances defensive capabilities but reshapes how enterprises perceive and respond to digital threats."
Guided by a forward-looking growth strategy centered on AI innovation, automation, and global collaboration, NSFOCUS has redefined the operating model for cybersecurity. Its continued investment in research and development, accounting for 27% of its annual revenue, has led to industry-defining solutions such as NSFGPT, an AI security empowerment platform that combines machine learning, threat intelligence, and expert knowledge. NSFGPT addresses alert fatigue, one of the industry's most persistent challenges, by leveraging multi-model collaborative modeling to assign confidence levels to alerts, automate triage, and escalate complex threats to human analysts. This synergy between machine intelligence and human expertise achieves a 97% alert noise reduction rate, accelerating incident response times to under 30 minutes.
Complementing NSFGPT, the company's ISOP platform integrates SIEM, XDR, and SOAR capabilities into a unified, AI-empowered framework for detection, investigation, and response. By automating repetitive workflows and dynamically generating tailored response strategies, ISOP enables organizations to reduce manual interventions by up to 70%. Together, these platforms embody NSFOCUS's mission to transform cybersecurity into an intelligent, adaptive, and continuously evolving discipline.
NSFOCUS ISOP deeply integrates AI capabilities into the entire security operation process, forming a collaborative "operation hub + AI base" model. It achieves significant value enhancement in alarm handling, threat defense, operational efficiency, and other key areas, while also adapting to multi-industry scenarios. This combination perfectly addresses the pain points of alarm overload and low signal-to-noise ratio in traditional security operations. After integrated application, it enables the full-process efficient operation of threats from discovery to disposal. It can reduce the threat response time to 30 minutes and realize end-to-end automated response for over 40% of security incidents.In addition, Fengyunwei's precise identification capability for "known families, unknown variants" of attacks complements the limitations of ISOP's traditional detection methods, jointly breaking through the bottleneck of unknown threat detection.
The integration of AI capabilities into all key links of security operations not only lowers the operational threshold but also optimizes decision-making scientificity. This collaborative model continuously accumulates disposal experience and solidifies it into automated paradigms, constantly reducing reliance on manual work. It drives the security operations center (SOC) to gradually evolve towards an advanced stage of autonomous operation, completely innovating the traditional manual-dependent security operation model.
NSFOCUS's agility and integration capabilities have accelerated its global expansion across finance, telecommunications, and energy sectors. Strategic partnerships with AWS, Alibaba Cloud, and Tencent Cloud have enabled elastic scaling, real-time threat mitigation, and compliance automation. These alliances have yielded measurable customer outcomes, such as a 40% reduction in compliance costs and 70% faster certification timelines for regulated industries. NSFOCUS's seven global scrubbing centers provide 7T DDoS protection with 10-minute response times, demonstrating the company's operational maturity and responsiveness.
At the core of NSFOCUS's competitive strategy lies a commitment to continuous learning and ecosystem collaboration. The company fosters cross-functional task forces and innovation labs that integrate real-time operational data with AI model refinement, ensuring sustained performance optimization. This approach reduces false positives, improves accuracy, and enhances decision-making efficiency across all security layers.
Frost & Sullivan commends NSFOCUS for setting a new benchmark in strategic foresight, AI innovation, and customer-centric delivery. Its focus on scalable value creationcombining cost efficiency with high-performance security operationshas redefined the global cybersecurity landscape. Through continuous AI model enhancement and human-machine collaboration, NSFOCUS demonstrates how precision, intelligence, and adaptability can deliver tangible outcomes at scale.
Each year, Frost & Sullivan presents the Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition to a company that demonstrates outstanding strategy development and implementation, resulting in measurable improvements in market share, customer satisfaction, and competitive positioning. The recognition celebrates organizations that are not only innovating within their industries but are shaping the direction of future growth through strategic excellence.
About NSFOCUS
NSFOCUS, Inc., a pioneering leader in cybersecurity, is dedicated to safeguarding telecommunications, Internet service providers, hosting providers, and enterprises from sophisticated cyberattacks.
Founded in 2000, NSFOCUS operates globally with over 4000 employees at two headquarters in Beijing, China, and Santa Clara, CA, USA, and over 50 offices worldwide. It has a proven track record of protecting over 25% of the Fortune Global 500 companies, including four of the five largest banks and six of the world's top ten telecommunications companies.
Leveraging technical prowess and innovation, NSFOCUS delivers a comprehensive suite of security solutions, including the Intelligent Security Operations Platform (ISOP) for modern SOC, Volumetric DDoS Protection, Continuous Threat Exposure Service (CTEM) and Web Application and API Protection (WAAP). All the solutions and services are augmented by the Security Large Language Model (SecLLM) and other cutting-edge research achievements developed by NSFOCUS.
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Original text here: https://www.frost.com/news/press-releases/nsfocus-receives-frost-sullivans-2025-global-competitive-strategy-leadership-for-ai-driven-security-operation/
NFIB Statement Regarding New WOTUS Rule
WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 [Category: Business] -- The National Federation of Independent Business issued the following news release:
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NFIB Statement Regarding New WOTUS Rule
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation's leading small business advocacy organization, issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of the Army's announcement of a new proposed rule governing "waters of the United States" (WOTUS).
"The previous WOTUS regulation was a nightmare for small business landowners and all property owners," said NFIB
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 [Category: Business] -- The National Federation of Independent Business issued the following news release:
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NFIB Statement Regarding New WOTUS Rule
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB), the nation's leading small business advocacy organization, issued the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of the Army's announcement of a new proposed rule governing "waters of the United States" (WOTUS).
"The previous WOTUS regulation was a nightmare for small business landowners and all property owners," said NFIBPresident Brad Close. "NFIB appreciates that the proposed rule seeks to fully implement and adhere to the Supreme Court's decision in Sackett v. EPA, fosters economic prosperity for small businesses by providing WOTUS clarity and predictability, and appropriately balances state versus federal government authority, putting an end to the longstanding practice of federal bureaucratic overreach regarding WOTUS."
NFIB opposed the previous Administration's WOTUS rule, which sought to broadly expand federal jurisdiction over private property, and subsequently filed an amicus brief in the 2022 case Sackett v. EPA at the United States Supreme Court urging the Court to address the confusing WOTUS standards impacting small business owners nationwide. Earlier this year, NFIB sent a comment letter providing suggestions that would ensure clarity and consistency for small businesses as agencies drafted new WOTUS regulations.
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Original text here: https://www.nfib.com/news/press-release/nfib-statement-regarding-new-wotus-rule/
NCAA Dives Into Native American Sports Participation
MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, Nov. 18 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news:
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NCAA Dives Into Native American Sports Participation
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (November 18, 2025) - November is Native American Heritage Month and the NCAA shared data on the contributions of Native American student-athletes and their significant impact on college sports.
These student-athletes not only excel in their respective sports but also represent a growing segment of the NCAA community, with a remarkable 35% increase in participation over the past decade,
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MOUNT PROSPECT, Illinois, Nov. 18 [Category: Business] -- The National Sporting Goods Association posted the following news:
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NCAA Dives Into Native American Sports Participation
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INDIANAPOLIS, INDIANA (November 18, 2025) - November is Native American Heritage Month and the NCAA shared data on the contributions of Native American student-athletes and their significant impact on college sports.
These student-athletes not only excel in their respective sports but also represent a growing segment of the NCAA community, with a remarkable 35% increase in participation over the past decade,according to the NCAA.
Growth in Participation: In 2024-25, there were 2,364 Native American student-athletes across all NCAA divisions, a 35% increase (610 athletes) from 2014-15. This more than doubles the overall NCAA student-athlete growth of 17% during the same period.
1. Divisional breakdown of Native American student-athletes in 2024-25:
* Division I: 686
* Division II: 916
* Division III: 762
2. Men's sports with the most Native American student-athletes in 2024-25:
* Football: 417
* Baseball: 168
* Outdoor track and field: 161
3. Women's sports with the most Native American student-athletes in 2024-25:
* Softball: 144
* Outdoor track and field: 124
* Indoor track and field: 114
4. Men's sports with the highest percentage of Native American student-athletes in 2024-25:
* Wrestling: 0.62% (55 student-athletes)
* Lacrosse: 0.53% (89)
* Cross country: 0.50% (77)
* Football: 0.50% (417)
5. Women's sports with the highest percentage of Native American student-athletes in 2024-25:
* Ice hockey: 0.78% (24 student-athletes)
* Basketball: 0.67% (112)
* Wrestling: 0.67% (11)
Data note: All data referring to Native American student-athletes includes American Indian/Alaska Native student-athletes, per NCAA demographics research reported by each NCAA school.
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Original text here: https://nsga.org/news/ncaa-dives-into-native-american-sports-participation/
American Library Association unveils shortlist for 2026 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction
CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 18 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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American Library Association unveils shortlist for 2026 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction
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CHICAGO - Today, the American Library Association (ALA) announced the six books shortlisted for the esteemed Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction, awarded for the previous year's best fiction and nonfiction books written for adult readers and published in the United States. The two medal winners will be announced on Tuesday,
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CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 18 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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American Library Association unveils shortlist for 2026 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction
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CHICAGO - Today, the American Library Association (ALA) announced the six books shortlisted for the esteemed Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction, awarded for the previous year's best fiction and nonfiction books written for adult readers and published in the United States. The two medal winners will be announced on Tuesday,January 27 th.
2026 Andrew Carnegie Medals for Excellence in Fiction and Nonfiction shortlist titles include:
Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Fiction 2026 Shortlist
"A Guardian and a Thief," by Megha Majumdar. Knopf, a division of Penguin Random House LLC.
Desperation permeates Majumdar's wrenching novel set in a near-future Kolkata besieged by worsening climate crises. Privileged Ma, widowed Dadu, and two-year-old Mishti are spending one last week in their native city before they escape to Michigan when Ma's purse, filled with priceless documents, is stolen. Majumdar brilliantly blurs right and wrong, ethics and legality. In such frenzied times, who is the guardian and who is the thief can never be clear.
"The Unworthy," by Agustina Bazterrica. Translated by Sarah Moses. Scribner, an imprint of Simon & Schuster, LLC.
Bazterrica's absorbing feminist literary horror novel stars an unnamed narrator seeking refuge in a twisted hierarchical commune in an unnamed city as she documents her deplorable situation in an illicit diary. Bazterrica is in her element dramatizing the violent and atrocious acts that the residents of the community are subjected to and, in turn, inflict on each other. Satirical, incisive and convincing horror that skewers religious fervor and blind obedience.
"We Do Not Part," By Han Kang. Translated by e. yaewon and Paige Aniyah Morris. Hogarth, an imprint of Random House, a division of Penguin Random House LLC.
Writer Kyungha is plagued by nightmares after publishing a book "about the massacre in G." The nightmares' intensifying vividity inspires her to contact a close friend, a photographer and documentary filmmaker, about the possibility of collaborating on a film adaptation of these indelible images. Han brilliantly examines the breadth of human relationships, from unconditional mother-child bonds to timeless friendship to heinous inhumanity.
Andrew Carnegie Medal for Excellence in Nonfiction 2026 Shortlist
"Baldwin, Styron, and Me," by Melikah Abdelmoumen. Translated by Catherine Khordoc. Biblioasis.
Abdelmoumen explores the literary friendship between James Baldwin and William Styron, "the grandson of a slave and the grandson of a slaveowner," whose relationship led to Styron's Pulitzer Prize-winning historical novel, The Confessions of Nat Turner. A fascinating meditation on how disparate writers can stimulate each others' creativity and on the pitfalls of cross-cultural art.
"There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America," by Brian Goldstone. Crown, an imprint of the Crown Publishing Group, a division of Penguin Random House LLC.
The common assumption that unhoused Americans are unemployed (and unemployable) is challenged in journalist Goldstone's heartbreaking book. Doing a deep dive into the history and circumstances of several family units in the Atlanta area who have been plagued by homelessness, despite having jobs, Goldstone reveals the harsh and complex obstacles of daily life for people living on the edges of society.
"Things in Nature Merely Grow," by Yiyun Li. Farrar, Straus and Giroux.
Only Li can explain what happened. "There is no good way to state these facts... My husband and I had two children and lost them both: Vincent in 2017, at sixteen, James in 2024, at nineteen. Both chose suicide." In this "book for James," Li faces the shocking reality of her second son's death by suicide with "radical acceptance" and heartrending honesty.
Carnegie Medal winners will each receive $5,000. A celebratory event will take place at the 2026 ALA Annual Conference in June 2026 in Chicago.
The awards, established in 2012, serve as a guide to help adults select quality reading material. They are the first single-book awards for adult books given by the American Library Association and reflect the expert judgment and insight of library professionals and booksellers who work closely with adult readers.
The awards were established through a grant from Carnegie Corporation of New York and are cosponsored and administered by Booklist and RUSA. Booklist also sponsors the Michael L. Printz Award, Odyssey Award, and Alex Awards. RUSA's CODES administers the Notable Books List, The Reading List, The Listen List, and the Sophie Brody Medal.
More information on the finalists and the awards can be found at http://www.ala.org/carnegieadult. Also, book cover artwork is available for download at https://www.ala.org/carnegie-medals/resources.
About Carnegie Corporation of New York
Carnegie Corporation of New York was established in 1911 by Andrew Carnegie to promote the advancement and diffusion of knowledge and understanding. In keeping with this mandate, the Corporation's work focuses on the issues that Andrew Carnegie considered of paramount importance: international peace, the advancement of education and knowledge, and the strength of our democracy.
About Booklist
Booklist is a book-review magazine that has been published by the American Library Association for more than 100 years, and is widely viewed as offering the most reliable reviews to help libraries decide what to buy and to help library patrons and students decide what to read, view or listen to. It comprises two print magazines, a digital magazine for library patrons, an extensive website and database, e-newsletters, webinars, and other resources that support librarians in collection development and readers' advisory.
About Reference and User Services Association (RUSA)
The Reference and User Services Association (RUSA) is a member community engaged in advancing the practices of connecting people to resources, information services and collections, building relationships among members from all types of libraries, encouraging openness, innovation and idea sharing, and promoting excellence in library services and resources.
About the American Library Association
The American Library Association is the largest non-partisan, nonprofit organization dedicated to America's libraries. The ALA mission is to empower and advocate for all libraries and library workers to ensure equitable access to information for all. For nearly 150 years, ALA has provided resources for information professionals to transform their communities through essential programs and services. For more information, visit www.ala.org.
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Original text here: https://www.ala.org/news/2025/11/american-library-association-unveils-shortlist-2026-andrew-carnegie-medals-excellence
ABA Welcomes Fed Principles to Improve Bank Supervision
WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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ABA Welcomes Fed Principles to Improve Bank Supervision
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"We welcome today's new supervisory operating principles from the Federal Reserve directing bank examiners to focus on material financial risks affecting safety and soundness. As Vice Chairman Bowman has made clear, by prioritizing the most significant risks facing banks the Fed will be strengthening supervision while allowing banks to better serve their customers, clients and communities. The Fed's action follows
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 18 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release:
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ABA Welcomes Fed Principles to Improve Bank Supervision
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"We welcome today's new supervisory operating principles from the Federal Reserve directing bank examiners to focus on material financial risks affecting safety and soundness. As Vice Chairman Bowman has made clear, by prioritizing the most significant risks facing banks the Fed will be strengthening supervision while allowing banks to better serve their customers, clients and communities. The Fed's action followssimilar efforts from the OCC and FDIC focused on making sure bank supervision is properly tailored, and we look forward to working with the prudential regulators to maintain the strength and resiliency of the banking system."
Additional Background:
Below are some recent ABA statements on the importance of improving the bank supervisory process to ensure examiners focus on financial risk:
ABA Welcomes Treasury and Fed Support for Regulatory Changes to Help America's Community Banks
ABA Statement on Regulatory Proposals Refocusing Bank Supervision on Fundamental Financial Risks
ABA Applauds OCC Actions to Reduce Regulatory Burden for Community Banks
Additionally, earlier this year ABA published a series of ABA Viewpoint blog posts detailing the importance of indexing supervisory thresholds to ensure that supervisory frameworks remain aligned with the intended risk profiles of institutions and other policy objectives:
ABA Viewpoint: A new front for the Trump administration in the war on inflation
ABA Viewpoint: The best way to index supervisory thresholds
ABA Viewpoint: Toward a smarter framework for bank asset thresholds
About the American Bankers Association
The American Bankers Association is the voice of the nation's $25 trillion banking industry, which is composed of small, regional and large banks that together employ approximately 2.1 million people, safeguard $19.7 trillion in deposits and extend $13.1 trillion in loans.
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Original text here: https://www.aba.com/about-us/press-room/press-releases/fed-bank-supervision-regulation-statement
