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State Dept.: USA Pavilion at Specialized Expo 2027 in Belgrade, Serbia, Announces Theme
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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The USA Pavilion at Specialized Expo 2027 in Belgrade, Serbia, Announces Theme
November 12, 2026
In May 2026, the United States confirmed its participation in Specialized Expo 2027 in Belgrade, Serbia. The theme of Expo 2027 is "Play for Humanity - Sports and Music for All" and asks international participants to highlight sports and music in their pavilions. As is tradition for International Expositions, each pavilion will have its own theme to celebrate its country's unique take on the overall subject.
The
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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The USA Pavilion at Specialized Expo 2027 in Belgrade, Serbia, Announces Theme
November 12, 2026
In May 2026, the United States confirmed its participation in Specialized Expo 2027 in Belgrade, Serbia. The theme of Expo 2027 is "Play for Humanity - Sports and Music for All" and asks international participants to highlight sports and music in their pavilions. As is tradition for International Expositions, each pavilion will have its own theme to celebrate its country's unique take on the overall subject.
TheUSA Pavilion is pleased to announce its theme: "Freedom to Play." This theme celebrates the liberty that empowers Americans to compete, innovate, and strive for excellence in all arenas, but especially sports and music. Through its exhibits and programming, the USA Pavilion will highlight longstanding U.S. leadership in sports and music. It will offer six exhibits, a live performance stage, and a roadhouse-style restaurant that will give visitors a chance to experience American culture.
Expo 2027 is a historic opportunity for the United States to continue strengthening its partnership with Serbia. Through its participation and the USA Pavilion, the United States will capitalize on Expo 2027 convening opportunities to promote U.S. culture, values, and commercial initiatives.
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Original text here: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/11/the-usa-pavilion-at-specialized-expo-2027-in-belgrade-serbia-announces-theme/
State Dept.: Foreign Terrorist Designations of Guatemalan Groups
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Foreign Terrorist Designations of Guatemalan Groups
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
November 13, 2026
Today, the Trump Administration is imposing terrorist designations against Los Lorenzanas, Los Huistas, and Los Mendoza. These three Guatemala-based groups have deep ties with Mexican cartels, helping to move and export illicit drugs to fund terrorism and criminal activity.
The Department of State is designating Los Lorenzanas as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and a Specially
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Foreign Terrorist Designations of Guatemalan Groups
Press Statement
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
November 13, 2026
Today, the Trump Administration is imposing terrorist designations against Los Lorenzanas, Los Huistas, and Los Mendoza. These three Guatemala-based groups have deep ties with Mexican cartels, helping to move and export illicit drugs to fund terrorism and criminal activity.
The Department of State is designating Los Lorenzanas as a Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) and a SpeciallyDesignated Global Terrorist (SDGT). One of Guatemala's most powerful drug trafficking clans, Los Lorenzanas is responsible for numerous acts of violence against civilians, government officials, and military forces in Guatemala. Additionally, the Department of the Treasury is designating Los Huistas and Los Mendoza as SDGTs for providing material support to U.S.-designated Mexican cartels.
The Trump Administration will continue to use all available tools to protect our nation by keeping illicit drugs off our streets and disrupting the revenue streams funding violent narcoterrorists. We will not stand by while these foreign terrorist organizations corrupt Guatemala's institutions. Today's actions further demonstrate that the Trump Administration continues to deliver on its promises to dismantle cartels and narcoterrorist networks in our region, ensuring the safety of the American people.
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Today's actions are taken pursuant to section 219 of the Immigration and Nationality Act, Executive Order (E.O.) 13224, as amended, and E.O. 14059. FTO designations go into effect upon publication in the Federal Register. For more information on the Department of the Treasury's actions, please see its press release.
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Original text here: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/11/foreign-terrorist-designations-of-guatemalan-groups/
State Department Issues Public Schedule for Nov. 13, 2026
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for Nov. 13, 2026:
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SECRETARY MARCO RUBIO
11:45 a.m. Secretary Rubio meets with Honduran President Nasry Asfura at the Department of State
(CAMERA SPRAY AT TOP)
Call time for video cameras, still cameras, and writers is 11:15 a.m. from the 23rd Street entrance.
All press must be escorted to the camera spray by State Department personnel. Please refer to media access information for details.
5:00 p.m. Secretary Rubio delivers a keynote address at the Federalist Society National Lawyers Convention in
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for Nov. 13, 2026:
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SECRETARY MARCO RUBIO
11:45 a.m. Secretary Rubio meets with Honduran President Nasry Asfura at the Department of State
(CAMERA SPRAY AT TOP)
Call time for video cameras, still cameras, and writers is 11:15 a.m. from the 23rd Street entrance.
All press must be escorted to the camera spray by State Department personnel. Please refer to media access information for details.
5:00 p.m. Secretary Rubio delivers a keynote address at the Federalist Society National Lawyers Convention inWashington, D.C.
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The remarks will be streamed live on the Department homepage and the Department YouTube channel.
DEPUTY SECRETARY CHRISTOPHER LANDAU
Deputy Secretary Landau attends meetings and briefings at the Department of State.
UNDER SECRETARY FOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS ALLISON M. HOOKER
Under Secretary Hooker attends meetings and briefings at the Department of State.
BRIEFING SCHEDULE
No Department Press Briefing.
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Original text here: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/11/public-schedule-november-13-2026/
State Department Issues Public Schedule for Nov. 12, 2026
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for Nov. 12, 2026:
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SECRETARY MARCO RUBIO
Secretary Rubio attends meetings and briefings at the White House.
DEPUTY SECRETARY CHRISTOPHER LANDAU
1:45 p.m. Deputy Secretary Landau meets with Honduran Secretary of State for Finance Emilio Hernandez Hercules and Central Bank President Roberto Lagos at the Department of State.
(CLOSED PRESS COVERAGE)
UNDER SECRETARY FOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS ALLISON M. HOOKER
Under Secretary Hooker attends meetings and briefings at the Department of State.
UNDER SECRETARY
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for Nov. 12, 2026:
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SECRETARY MARCO RUBIO
Secretary Rubio attends meetings and briefings at the White House.
DEPUTY SECRETARY CHRISTOPHER LANDAU
1:45 p.m. Deputy Secretary Landau meets with Honduran Secretary of State for Finance Emilio Hernandez Hercules and Central Bank President Roberto Lagos at the Department of State.
(CLOSED PRESS COVERAGE)
UNDER SECRETARY FOR POLITICAL AFFAIRS ALLISON M. HOOKER
Under Secretary Hooker attends meetings and briefings at the Department of State.
UNDER SECRETARYFOR ARMS CONTROL AND INTERNATIONAL SECURITY THOMAS G. DINANNO
9:45 a.m. Under Secretary DiNanno delivers remarks at the Bipartisan Commission on Biodefense in Washington, D.C.
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ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR AFRICAN AFFAIRS FRANK GARCIA
11:00 a.m. Assistant Secretary Garcia testifies before the House Foreign Affairs Committee Africa Subcommittee on One Year Later: Assessing Nigeria's Efforts to Protect Christians and Secure the Middle Belt on Capitol Hill.
(MEDIA DETERMINED BY HOST)
ASSISTANT SECRETARY FOR DEMOCRACY, HUMAN RIGHTS, AND LABOR RILEY BARNES
11:00 a.m. Assistant Secretary Barnes testifies before the House Foreign Affairs Committee Africa Subcommittee on One Year Later: Assessing Nigeria's Efforts to Protect Christians and Secure the Middle Belt on Capitol Hill.
(MEDIA DETERMINED BY HOST)
BRIEFING SCHEDULE
No Department Press Briefing.
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Original text here: https://www.state.gov/releases/office-of-the-spokesman/2026/11/public-schedule-november-12-2026/
FDA Recall Notice: BioQuad Life Sciences Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in OsteoDenx Dietary Supplement
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice:
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bioQuad Life Sciences Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in OsteoDenx(R) Dietary Supplement
Summary
Company Announcement Date: November 13, 2026
FDA Publish Date: November 13, 2026
Product Type: Dietary Supplements
Reason for Announcement: Contain undeclared milk.
Company Name: bioQuad Life Sciences
Brand Name: OsteoDenx
Product Description: OsteoDenx capsules
Company Announcement
bioQuad Life Sciences of Yorba Linda, California is recalling
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice:
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bioQuad Life Sciences Issues Allergy Alert on Undeclared Milk in OsteoDenx(R) Dietary Supplement
Summary
Company Announcement Date: November 13, 2026
FDA Publish Date: November 13, 2026
Product Type: Dietary Supplements
Reason for Announcement: Contain undeclared milk.
Company Name: bioQuad Life Sciences
Brand Name: OsteoDenx
Product Description: OsteoDenx capsules
Company Announcement
bioQuad Life Sciences of Yorba Linda, California is recallingtwo lots of OsteoDenx(R) dietary supplement capsules because they contain undeclared milk. People who have an allergy or severe sensitivity to milk run the risk of a serious or life-threatening allergic reaction if they consume this product.
The product was distributed nationwide and reached consumers through online orders at bioquad.com and Amazon.com, resellers, and a dental clinic in Redwood City, California, from November 1, 2024 to November 11, 2026.
OsteoDenx(R) comes in a paperboard carton of 30 or 60 capsules, shown in the photos below. The lot number and expiration date are printed on the side panel of the carton.
Product ... UPC ... Lot ... Expiration
OsteoDenx(R) 30 capsules (17.85 g) ... 8 57294 00722 8 ... LOT#0524100 ... 05/2027
OsteoDenx(R) 30 capsules (17.85 g) ... 8 57294 00722 8 ... LOT#0625041 ... 08/2028
OsteoDenx(R) 60 capsules (35.7 g) ... 8 57294 00734 1 ... LOT#0524100 ... 05/2027
OsteoDenx(R) 60 capsules (35.7 g) ... 8 57294 00734 1 ... LOT#0625041 ... 08/2028
No illnesses have been reported to date.
The issue was identified during a routine FDA inspection. The capsules contain lactoferrin derived from cow's milk. Distribution has stopped until corrected cartons are available.
Consumers who are allergic or sensitive to milk should not take the product and may discard it. Customers who purchased the affected lots may request a full refund or a replacement in corrected packaging. Consumers with questions may contact the company at (714) 660-1031, Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 5:00 PM Pacific Time, or service@bioquad.com. Emails received after business hours or on weekends will be answered the next business day.
This recall is being made with the knowledge of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
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Original text here: https://www.fda.gov/safety/recalls-market-withdrawals-safety-alerts/bioquad-life-sciences-issues-allergy-alert-undeclared-milk-osteodenxr-dietary-supplement
FCC Effectively Prohibits Eight Providers From Connecting to U.S. Networks for Failing to Reply to Robocall Traceback Requests
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release:
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FCC Effectively Prohibits Eight Providers from Connecting to U.S. Networks for Failing to Reply to Robocall Traceback Requests
Companies Removed from FCC's Robocall Mitigation Database for Failing to Comply
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WASHINGTON, November 13, 2026--Today, the Federal Communications Commission cut off eight voice service providers from connecting to U.S. networks for violating the agency's robocall rules - specifically, failing to respond to multiple traceback requests. All providers operating in the
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release:
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FCC Effectively Prohibits Eight Providers from Connecting to U.S. Networks for Failing to Reply to Robocall Traceback Requests
Companies Removed from FCC's Robocall Mitigation Database for Failing to Comply
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WASHINGTON, November 13, 2026--Today, the Federal Communications Commission cut off eight voice service providers from connecting to U.S. networks for violating the agency's robocall rules - specifically, failing to respond to multiple traceback requests. All providers operating in theU.S. network are required to respond within 24 hours to all traceback requests from the Commission, law enforcement, and the industry traceback consortium. Tracebacks are used to determine where and from whom illegal robocall traffic originated and are critical to robocall investigations, blocking, and other consumer protections.
With today's action, the FCC's Enforcement Bureau removed these companies from its Robocall Mitigation Database and ordered U.S. voice service providers and intermediate providers to stop accepting calls from these providers. Following today's order, all providers operating on U.S. networks have two days to stop accepting all traffic from these companies. Since January 2025, the Commission has removed more than 1,400 companies from the RMD for failing to comply with Commission rules.
Enforcement Bureau Chief Hunter Deeley issued the following statement:
"The FCC is cracking down on the scourge of illegal robocalls by tackling the problem at every stage of a call's lifecycle. Tracebacks are a fundamental tool for this effort, helping investigators find bad actors and industry to block illegal traffic. If a provider wants to operate in U.S. phone networks, they must consistently, quickly, and accurately respond to these requests and support our efforts to protect consumer from scammers."
Additional Background Information:
The eight companies removed from the FCC's Robocall Mitigation Database today had been ordered to correct deficiencies in their database certifications and show cause why they should not be removed. But these companies failed to respond or take meaningful steps to update their database filings. The removed providers are: Advantage Investors llc; sunstreamnetwork; Quantum Link VOIP; Summit Industries; Scissortail Communications, LLC; Globe Tech Solutions; Alpha Stream; and MMN Tech LLC.
The FCC's Robocall Mitigation Database was established to promote transparency and effective robocall mitigation. This database is a critical tool through which the agency ensures providers are actively combatting robocalls and implementing STIR/SHAKEN caller ID authentication. Providers are required to certify that they have implemented STIR/SHAKEN on all IP-based portions of their networks. All providers must also submit robocall mitigation plans. Failure to meet these obligations can result in removal from the database and blocking of the provider's traffic.
The FCC and its robocall enforcement partners rely on tracebacks to protect consumers. When the Commission becomes aware of concerning robocall traffic, it can work with the FCC-designated Industry Traceback Group to request call tracking information from providers along the call path of the suspicious traffic. Thus, it is essential that any provider receiving traceback requests respond promptly and with the required information. Failing to do so will result in a provider's effective removal from the U.S. phone network ecosystem.
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-426806A1.pdf
FCC Announces One Year of Clean Carts Success and Best Practices
WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release:
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FCC Announces One Year of Clean Carts Success and Best Practices
18 Million Devices Removed, Detailed E-Commerce Platform Best Practices Provided
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WASHINGTON, November 13, 2026--Today, the FCC's Enforcement Bureau released a Public Notice highlighting the success of over one year of Operation Clean Carts--curtailing the illegal sale of electronic equipment on the FCC's Covered List and producing a detailed list of best practices for e-commerce platforms. Federal law prohibits the sale or
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release:
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FCC Announces One Year of Clean Carts Success and Best Practices
18 Million Devices Removed, Detailed E-Commerce Platform Best Practices Provided
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WASHINGTON, November 13, 2026--Today, the FCC's Enforcement Bureau released a Public Notice highlighting the success of over one year of Operation Clean Carts--curtailing the illegal sale of electronic equipment on the FCC's Covered List and producing a detailed list of best practices for e-commerce platforms. Federal law prohibits the sale ormarketing, including on e-commerce platforms, of certain electronic equipment and devices on the agency's Covered List because they have been found to pose national security risks. Since Chairman Carr first announced the successful launch of Operation Clean Carts, the FCC has worked closely with leading e-commerce companies to rid their platforms of such devices.
Over the past year, platforms participating in Operation Clean Carts have reported blocking or removing more than 18 million listings for devices that are subject to the FCC's Covered List restrictions or are otherwise prohibited under the Commission's regulations. Further, certain platforms have taken their own internal enforcement actions against more than 125,000 third-party sellers who attempted to circumvent platforms' compliance mechanisms.
Earlier this year, the Commission directed its Enforcement Bureau to release a detailed list of best practices to assist e-commerce platforms in complying with FCC marketing rules. The Public Notice released today details an extensive list of recommended best practices under three pillars: (i) Automated Detection and Intake Systems; (ii) Merchant Verification and Onboarding Controls; and (iii) Post-Market Monitoring and Lifecycle Enforcement.
Chairman Carr issued the following statement:
"President Trump has put the safety and security of American citizens and the networks we rely on for communications first. At the FCC, we launched Operation Clean Carts one year ago as part of our broader effort to crack down on foreign adversaries and bad actors alike. It ensures that insecure devices on the FCC's Covered List are not illicitly sold online in America. Today, we are announcing that Operation Clean Carts has secured the removal of 18 million listings for those and other unlawful devices, advancing the security of our people and networks."
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Original text here: https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-426810A1.pdf
