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Statement From NTI President and CEO Christine E. Wormuth on President Trump's Reported Comments to The New York Times on the Upcoming Expiration of New START
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Nuclear Threat Initiative issued the following news:
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Statement from NTI President and CEO Christine E. Wormuth on President Trump's reported comments to The New York Times on the upcoming expiration of New START
The Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) encourages the United States and the Russian Federation to continue to abide by New START's limits on intercontinental-range nuclear weapons past its scheduled expiration on February 5, 2026. NTI also supports the two countries resuming routine data exchanges on each other's nuclear forces and meetings of the Bilateral
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The Nuclear Threat Initiative issued the following news:
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Statement from NTI President and CEO Christine E. Wormuth on President Trump's reported comments to The New York Times on the upcoming expiration of New START
The Nuclear Threat Initiative (NTI) encourages the United States and the Russian Federation to continue to abide by New START's limits on intercontinental-range nuclear weapons past its scheduled expiration on February 5, 2026. NTI also supports the two countries resuming routine data exchanges on each other's nuclear forces and meetings of the BilateralConsultative Commission as a forum for dialogue and avoiding misinterpretation.
With these steps, President Trump can create positive momentum to pursue further steps to reduce nuclear risks, including with China. Negotiations on how to continue New START limits for an additional year should begin immediately, as should talks with Russia and China on avoiding a dangerous arms race. We are encouraged that President Trump reiterated his longstanding support for verifiable limits on nuclear arsenals in the interview.
The tense geopolitical environment and the looming expiration of the last remaining guardrails on U.S. and Russian nuclear forces is a perilous mix, underscoring the imperative to act now.
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Original text here: https://www.nti.org/news/statement-from-nti-president-and-ceo-christine-e-wormuth-on-president-trumps-reported-comments-to-the-new-york-times-on-the-upcoming-expiration-of-new-start/
[Category: National Defense]
League of Conservation Voters: This Week in Climate Action - Jan. 9, 2026
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: Environment] -- The League of Conservation Voters issued the following news wrapup, This Week in Climate Action - Jan. 9, 2026:
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Happy New Year! We're back with your weekly resource to learn what the environmental movement is saying about the news of the day and the political fight of our generation. This week, we're covering major steps backwards from the administration on the fight to protect our environment and lower energy bills, and state legislation to combat these federal rollbacks.
Be sure to follow LCV on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, BlueSky, and
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 [Category: Environment] -- The League of Conservation Voters issued the following news wrapup, This Week in Climate Action - Jan. 9, 2026:
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Happy New Year! We're back with your weekly resource to learn what the environmental movement is saying about the news of the day and the political fight of our generation. This week, we're covering major steps backwards from the administration on the fight to protect our environment and lower energy bills, and state legislation to combat these federal rollbacks.
Be sure to follow LCV on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, BlueSky, andTikTok.
QUOTES OF THE WEEK:
"At a time when climate change impacts are accelerating - whether it's ever-worsening fire seasons, more intense hurricanes, or prolonged droughts - choosing withdrawal over leadership is shortsighted and profoundly irresponsible."
Democratic leaders of the House Sustainable Energy and Environment Coalition (SEEC) on Trump's decision to pull out of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change.
"Passing these bills will help ensure that Congress, not President Trump and Russ Vought, decides how taxpayer dollars are spent."
Sen. Patty Murray (WA) on the bipartisan three bill minibus [passed] by the House this week.
"Once again, Illinois is stepping up where the federal government is failing."
Gov. JB Pritzker (IL) on signing the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act into law.
TOP NEWS IN ENERGY AFFORDABILITY
STATE NEWS
ILLINOIS GOVERNOR SIGNS LANDMARK CLIMATE POLICY INTO LAW: Illinois Governor JB Pritzker signed the Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act into law, which will accelerate clean energy deployment, strengthen the electrical grid, reduce climate emissions, and slash energy bills by $13.4 billion statewide over the next 20 years. LCV affiliate Illinois Environmental Council (IEC) was instrumental in getting this legislation passed.
IEC TAKE: Illinois Environmental Council CEO Jen Walling said, "Nearly exactly a year ago today, President Trump declared a national energy emergency and pledged to 'drill, baby, drill.' Thankfully, Illinois knows that subsidizing expensive fossil fuels is not the answer to our energy affordability crisis, and is stepping up to protect consumers and our climate from the administration's attacks on clean energy while simultaneously addressing the burgeoning challenges posed by poor regional grid planning and an influx of energy-intensive data centers. The Clean and Reliable Grid Affordability Act doubles the renewable energy investment we made in renewable energy in the 2021 Climate and Equitable Jobs Act while also investing in new programs like battery storage that meet the urgency of the current moment."
NATIONAL NEWS
HOUSE PASSES BILL UNDERMINING ENERGY EFFICIENCY: The House passed H.R. 5184, the Affordable Housing Over Mandating Efficiency Standards (HOMES) Act, that would eliminate manufactured housing energy efficiency standards and drive up people's bills. LCV sent a letter to members of the House urging them to oppose this bill, as well as the Saving Homeowners from Overregulation With Exceptional Rinsing (SHOWER) Act.
OUR TAKE: From the letter, "Instead of addressing rising costs affecting American households, these bills eliminate energy and water efficiency standards that decrease utility costs for families."
CLIMATE ATTACKS FROM THE TRUMP ADMINISTRATION
TRUMP WITHDRAWS U.S. FROM U.N. FRAMEWORK CONVENTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE: Trump announced he is withdrawing the U.S. from the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change, a 1992 climate treaty with universal participation.
ICYMI: TRUMP ADMINISTRATION FORCES ADDITIONAL COAL PLANTS TO REMAIN OPEN: Last month, the Trump administration issued executive orders forcing the continued operation of coal plants in Colorado and Indiana. Forcing coal plants to continue to operate past their planned retirements is detrimental to the environment and increases ratepayers' bills.
CONSERVATION CO TAKE: In a Facebook post, Conservation Colorado Vice President of Programs Katie Belgard said, "The Trump administration is using false pretenses to keep expensive and outdated coal-fired power plants running based on an ideological preference for coal, no matter the impact on Coloradans. These plants are being closed because they are expensive and unreliable. Forcing them to stay open will mean higher energy bills and dirtier air for Coloradans."
ICYMI: TRUMP ADMINISTRATION HALTS MULTIPLE OFFSHORE WIND PROJECTS: The Trump administration has paused construction on five offshore wind projects off the east coast. The projects, which have all already begun construction, are fully permitted and have gone through extensive environmental review.
OUR TAKE: LCV Local Clean Energy Deployment Director Kathleen Meil said, "This order only furthers Trump's attempt to gut cheap clean energy, that not only lowers costs but also provides high-paying jobs for families. Instead of taking well-vetted clean energy projects offline, the Trump administration should be focused on addressing skyrocketing energy costs, protecting the health and safety of our communities, and lowering costs across the board. What continues to be clear is that Trump cares more about Big Polluters and Big Oil, than hardworking families."
ELM TAKE: Environmental League of Massachusetts Senior Offshore Wind Director Katie Segal said, "Pausing fully-permitted offshore wind projects at the finish line doesn't just strand billions of dollars at sea. It strands American workers, undermines our energy security, increases our energy bills, and sends a chilling message that no infrastructure project in this country is safe from political whim."
NYLCV TAKE: New York League of Conservation Voters President Julie Tighe said, "The Trump administration's ridiculous effort to halt offshore wind projects - this time up and down the east coast - will bring good tidings for his fossil fuel allies (not to mention a sleigh-full of billable hours for lawyers) and nothing but a lump of coal for Americans struggling to pay their electric bills and the thousands of union workers he's kicking off the job right before the holidays. The New York projects alone would inject more than 1.7 gigawatts of clean, reliable, stable energy - enough to power more than 1.1 million homes. Stopping these projects now - when energy demand is rising and the president himself is claiming there is an energy emergency - makes no sense. The national security objections brought by the administration are absurd and we know that this attempt, like all those before it, will fail. We thank Governor Hochul for standing up to this, and call on the entire New York congressional delegation to fight this order and get these projects back online and the workers back on the job as soon as possible."
ICYMI: STATE NEWS
NEW JERSEY COURT UPHOLDS ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE LAW : A New Jersey court upheld a 2020 environmental justice law that bars construction of polluting facilities in communities that already experience high concentrations of pollutants, including low income communities and communities of color. Industrial groups had challenged the law, claiming it was too vague and broad.
NEW JERSEY LCV TAKE : New Jersey LCV posted on Bluesky, "#GreatNews! A NJ court affirmed the legality of regulations to implement New Jersey's nation-leading Environmental Justice Law - economic benefits cannot be used to allow new sources of pollution in overburdened communities."
ICYMI: NATIONAL NEWS
HOUSE PASSES APPROPRIATIONS MINIBUS : This week, congressional appropriators released a final three bill minibus including the Interior-Environment, Energy-Water and Commerce-Justice-Science bills. The minibus passed the House on Thursday and will now go to the Senate. These bills avoided the worst of the cuts to environmental programs and poison-pill riders Republican lawmakers sought to attach.
OUR TAKE: LCV Legislative Director David Shadburn said, "This hard-fought compromise is a crucial step forward in blocking dozens of the worst partisan attacks. Congress must rein in Donald Trump and Russell Vought's continued abuse of power and ensure that agencies are doing the work of the people as mandated by Congress. Quickly passing bipartisan funding bills is our strongest defense against the attacks on our core institutions of environmental protection. We are grateful to the members of Congress and their staff for working overtime to negotiate truly bipartisan funding bills that will help protect our air, water, and public lands."
REP. STENY HOYER ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT: Climate champion Representative Steny Hoyer (MD-05) announced he will retire at the end of the year.
OUR TAKE: LCV Vice President of Government Affairs Sara Chieffo said, "As the longest serving Democrat in Congress and a key leader in the Democratic House Caucus, Representative Steny Hoyer was instrumental in passing Democrats' marquee legislation, including the Affordable Care Act and the largest climate bill in U.S. history: the Inflation Reduction Act. Hoyer represents the best of what it means to be a public servant. He has served his constituents with integrity and care while being a reliable advocate for the environment, a consistent champion for clean air and clean water, and a relentless defender of the Chesapeake Bay and its surrounding communities. We are grateful for his decades of tireless leadership and wish him the best in his retirement."
NEW ON THE POWER SOURCE BLOG AND SOCIALS:
ON THE BLOG : Feeling helpless and frustrated by what's going on in government? Make your voice heard by submitting a public comment today! Learn how in the newest article on The Power Source Blog.
ON OUR SOCIALS: We're holding the Trump administration accountable for driving up our energy costs by banning clean energy, his terrible decision to pull the U.S. out of the U.N. Framework Convention on Climate Change, and trying to rewrite the narrative surrounding the violent insurrection on the Capitol on January 6, 2021.
COMING UP:
JANUARY 12: 25th anniversary of the Roadless Rule.
JANUARY 19: Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
JANUARY 20: 1 year anniversary of Trump's second term.
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Original text here: https://www.lcv.org/media-center/this-week-in-climate-action-january-9-2026/
Job Creators Network Statement on December Jobs Report
ADDISON, Texas, Jan. 10 -- Job Creators Network issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2026:
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Job Creators Network Statement on December Jobs Report
Alfredo Ortiz, CEO of Job Creators Network, released the following statement on the December jobs report, which showed 50,000 jobs created and the unemployment rate fall to 4.4%:
"The falling unemployment rate, strong real wage growth, and private-sector job creation suggest the labor market is solidifying and setting the stage for a big 2026. Government jobs are down by nearly 300,000 over the past year, and the number of discouraged workers
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ADDISON, Texas, Jan. 10 -- Job Creators Network issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2026:
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Job Creators Network Statement on December Jobs Report
Alfredo Ortiz, CEO of Job Creators Network, released the following statement on the December jobs report, which showed 50,000 jobs created and the unemployment rate fall to 4.4%:
"The falling unemployment rate, strong real wage growth, and private-sector job creation suggest the labor market is solidifying and setting the stage for a big 2026. Government jobs are down by nearly 300,000 over the past year, and the number of discouraged workersdeclined by nearly 200,000 last month. Combined with the increased quits rate, this data shows workers are increasingly confident they will find jobs.
"And the real labor market is stronger than the topline figures suggest. The job market is a lagging indicator of economic conditions. Pro-growth Republican policies such as tax cuts, deregulation, and low gas prices have supercharged economic growth in recent months, giving small businesses more ability to expand and hire. As these economic benefits begin being felt by Main Street, the labor market will significantly strengthen in the months to come, boosting affordability and living standards for all Americans."
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Original text here: https://www.jobcreatorsnetwork.com/press_releases/job-creators-network-statement-on-december-jobs-report/
[Category: Human Resources/Personnel]
IFPTE Tells Congress to Contain Health Insurance Costs and Pass Bipartisan Bill to Extend ACA Tax Credits
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers issued the following news:
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IFPTE Tells Congress to Contain Health Insurance Costs and Pass Bipartisan Bill to Extend ACA Tax Credits
Ahead of the House of Representative's vote on H.R. 1834, a bipartisan three-year extension of Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, which expired at the end of 2025, IFPTE called on lawmakers to pass the bill to prevent some 5 million Americans from being uninsured and raising costs of health care for ACA policy holders and all people in the U.S. health care system.
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers issued the following news:
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IFPTE Tells Congress to Contain Health Insurance Costs and Pass Bipartisan Bill to Extend ACA Tax Credits
Ahead of the House of Representative's vote on H.R. 1834, a bipartisan three-year extension of Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, which expired at the end of 2025, IFPTE called on lawmakers to pass the bill to prevent some 5 million Americans from being uninsured and raising costs of health care for ACA policy holders and all people in the U.S. health care system.The bill passed the House with bipartisan support and, after a bipartisan discharge petition, brought the bill to the House floor against the wishes of House Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA).
IFPTE's letter argues that, "The expiration of these ACA tax credits will not only impact ACA marketplace enrollees who rely on these tax credits. As the number of the uninsured grows and ACA premium increases drive out those who perceive themselves as healthy or low risk, the costs of uncompensated care and a destabilized health insurance risk pool will also result in an increase in health insurance across the whole U.S. health system, including for those who get their healthcare from their employers."
While IFPTE members are covered by employer-sponsored health insurance, the rise in the number of uninsured due to the expiration of the ACA tax credits -- plus the fact that those who opt out of ACA coverage will likely be younger or healthier people who lower the health insurance costs for everyone in the insurance risk pool -- will result in increases in uncompensated care and increases in overall health costs for everyone. In 2024, the Congressional Budget Office outlined these impacts on the uninsured population and the cost of health insurance if the enhanced ACA tax credits expire. The Robert Wood Johnson Foundation's 2025 analysis finds that "The burden of the additional $7.7 billion in uncompensated care would fall on all provider types: about $2.2 billion on hospitals, $1.0 billion on physician offices, $3.1 billion on other services, and $1.5 billion on prescription drugs." Those costs would be passed on through the health insurance marketplace as well as to state, local, and federal governments.
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January 8, 2026
Dear Representative:
We write to you as the executive officers of the International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE), a labor union representing upwards of 90,000 workers in the federal sector, state and local government, and in the private sector. We write to urge you to support the three-year extension of enhanced Affordable Care Act (ACA) tax credits, H.R. 1834, as amended. Extending these credits is vital to protect community health providers, slow rising family costs, and prevent millions from losing access to care.
H.R. 1834 reverses the $350 billion cut in ACA credits included in the recent "One Big Beautiful Bill" Act (H.R. 1). Since the credits expired on December 31, hundreds of thousands have already lost coverage, and 22 million enrollees face doubled or tripled premiums. Nearly five million Americans could become uninsured if the ACA tax credits are not restored. The expiration of these ACA tax credits will not only impact ACA marketplace enrollees who rely on these tax credits. As the number of the uninsured grows and ACA premium increases drive out those who perceive themselves as healthy or low risk, the costs of uncompensated care and a destabilized health insurance risk pool will also result in an increase in health insurance across the whole U.S. health system, including for those who get their healthcare from their employers
Passing H.R. 1834 will also help support our nation's healthcare system, which faces hundreds of hospital closures, nursing home shutdowns, and hundreds of thousands of healthcare job losses possible. As providers close and workers are laid off, care will become inaccessible, and costs will rise for everyone--with industry analysts estimating an extra $182-$485 passed on annually to those with employer coverage. Restoring these credits now would save 130,000 health care jobs and protect families from losing coverage.
For these reasons, we urge you to vote for H.R. 1834 to the floor. Thank you for considering our request. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to IFPTE Legislative Director Faraz Khan at fkhan@ifpte.org
Sincerely,
Matthew S. Biggs, IFPTE President
Gay Henson, IFPTE Secretary-Treasurer
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Original text here: https://www.ifpte.org/news/ifpte-tells-congress-to-contain-health-insurance-costs-and-pass-bipartisan-bill-to-extend-aca-tax-credits
[Category: Engineering]
IFPTE Calls on U.S. Government to 'Return to Its Longstanding Role as a Constructive Global Partner--One That Prioritizes Peace, Stability, and the Shared Interests of Working People Everywhere'
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers issued the following news:
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IFPTE Calls on U.S. Government to "Return to its Longstanding Role as a Constructive Global Partner--One that Prioritizes Peace, Stability, and the Shared Interests of Working People Everywhere"
IFPTE President Matt Biggs and Secretary-Treasurer Gay Henson issued the following joint statement in response to the Trump Administration's intervention in Venezuela, and threats of intervention and challenges to national sovereignty elsewhere.
"The International Federation
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers issued the following news:
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IFPTE Calls on U.S. Government to "Return to its Longstanding Role as a Constructive Global Partner--One that Prioritizes Peace, Stability, and the Shared Interests of Working People Everywhere"
IFPTE President Matt Biggs and Secretary-Treasurer Gay Henson issued the following joint statement in response to the Trump Administration's intervention in Venezuela, and threats of intervention and challenges to national sovereignty elsewhere.
"The International Federationof Professional and Technical Engineers (IFPTE) stands in full solidarity with the Canadian Labour Congress (CLC) and affirms the sentiments expressed by the Canadian Labour Congress, along with those of the International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) and the Trade Union Confederation of the Americas (TUCA), in condemning the recent military action carried out by the United States in Venezuela.
Our union joins the broader international labour movement in asserting that military force and foreign intervention are not legitimate tools for resolving political disputes or determining the future of another nation. These actions undermine international norms and place working people at risk.
IFPTE does not condone the practices of the Maduro government. At the same time, we firmly believe that no government--however flawed or unjust as the Maduro government was--should be removed through military intervention by a foreign power. Respect for international law, national sovereignty, and the right of people to determine their own future through peaceful and democratic means must remain foundational principles in our global community.
As an international union representing workers across North America, IFPTE unequivocally denounces the illegal invasion or occupation of any sovereign nation by another. This principle is not partisan or conditional; it is essential to protecting the dignity, safety, and rights of working people everywhere.
We are also deeply concerned by ongoing threats and rhetoric suggesting the use of force or coercion to seize or undermine the sovereignty of other nations, including Greenland, Cuba, and even close allies such as Canada. Such statements erode trust, destabilize international relationships, and set dangerous precedents that place global peace and economic security at risk.
Historically, the United States has played a critical role in advancing human rights, democratic values, and respect for the rule of law, helping to foster stability and cooperation among nations. The actions and threats we are witnessing today stand in direct contradiction to those principles. They create uncertainty, heighten global tensions, and pose real and lasting harm to working families across North America and beyond.
Working people benefit from peace, cooperation, and mutual respect among nations--not from conflict, coercion, or unilateral military action. Labour rights, economic security, and social progress are best advanced through diplomacy and international solidarity, not through force.
For these reasons, IFPTE urges the Trump Administration to immediately reverse course, end military actions in Venezuela, and recommit to diplomacy grounded in international law, human rights, and respect for national sovereignty. We call on the U.S. government to return to its longstanding role as a constructive global partner--one that prioritizes peace, stability, and the shared interests of working people everywhere."
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The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers is a labor union representing 90,000 workers across North America and is an affiliate of the Canadian Labour Congress.
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Original text here: https://www.ifpte.org/news/ifpte-calls-on-us-government-to-return-to-its-longstanding-role-as-a-constructive-global-partnerone-that-prioritizes-peace-stability-and-the-shared-interests-of-working-people-everywhere
[Category: Engineering]
Dr. Martha E. Pollack to Deliver Keynote Address at Einstein's 2026 Commencement
BRONX, New York, Jan. 10 -- The Albert Einstein College of Medicine issued the following news release:
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Dr. Martha E. Pollack to Deliver Keynote Address at Einstein's 2026 Commencement
Martha E. Pollack, Ph.D., president emerita of Cornell University and a renowned computer scientist specializing in artificial intelligence (AI), will deliver the commencement address at Albert Einstein College of Medicine's graduation ceremony. The event will take place May 20, 2026, in David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in Manhattan.
"Dr. Pollack's role in advancing AI from theoretical to practical and
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BRONX, New York, Jan. 10 -- The Albert Einstein College of Medicine issued the following news release:
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Dr. Martha E. Pollack to Deliver Keynote Address at Einstein's 2026 Commencement
Martha E. Pollack, Ph.D., president emerita of Cornell University and a renowned computer scientist specializing in artificial intelligence (AI), will deliver the commencement address at Albert Einstein College of Medicine's graduation ceremony. The event will take place May 20, 2026, in David Geffen Hall at Lincoln Center in Manhattan.
"Dr. Pollack's role in advancing AI from theoretical to practical andethical applications in higher education and healthcare is extremely relevant for today's graduates," said Yaron Tomer M.D., the Marilyn and Stanley M. Katz Dean at Einstein and chief academic officer at Montefiore Einstein. "We're honored that she has agreed to speak and share her vast expertise with our students as they become our newest alumni."
Dr. Pollack served as president of Cornell University from 2017 to 2024. During her tenure she launched the Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Informational Science, dedicated to exploring cutting-edge technologies and their impact on individuals and society. She previously served as provost and dean at the University of Michigan. Dr. Pollack's research spans a range of topics, from natural-language processing and automated planning to the design of technology to assist people with cognitive impairment.
"I'm honored to have the opportunity to speak to Einstein's 2026 graduates," said Dr. Pollack. "In the coming decades, the practice of medicine will change in profound ways, and today's medical school graduates will face both enormous challenges and incredible opportunities."
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Dr. Pollack's role in advancing AI from theoretical to practical and ethical applications in higher education and healthcare is extremely relevant for today's graduates.
- Dean Yaron Tomer, M.D.
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Dr. Pollack's research is rooted in a human-centric approach to AI. Early in her career she developed algorithms to help computers better understand people's intentions when they ask a question or give instructions even if they don't spell it out clearly. This work significantly advanced the field of AI planning theory, laying the groundwork for virtual assistants and smart chatbots that better understand what people mean and not just what they say. Later research explored how AI can help older adults struggling with the changes of aging, particularly cognitive decline, through smart reminder tools and even a mobile robot assistant. Dr. Pollack's recent work is focused on shaping policy and education around AI, guiding universities and organizations as a thought leader.
Dr. Pollack is an elected fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the Association for Computing Machinery, and the Association for the Advancement of Artificial Intelligence. She is also a member of the board of directors of IBM and of the nonprofit Ithaka organization, which aims to make education more accessible and affordable around the world.
Dr. Pollack received her B.A. in linguistics from Dartmouth College, and her M.S. and Ph.D. in computer information science from the University of Pennsylvania.
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Original text here: https://montefioreeinstein.org/news/2026/01/09/dr-martha-e-pollack-deliver-keynote-address-einsteins-2026-commencement
[Category: Health Care]
Domino's Rebrand Earns Pause in PETA's 'Vegan Cheese, Please!' Campaign
NORFOLK, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release:
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Domino's Rebrand Earns Pause in PETA's 'Vegan Cheese, Please!' Campaign
Ann Arbor, Mich. - As Domino's moves into the new year after introducing its first brand refresh in over a decade--a move aimed at modernizing its image--PETA is pressing pause on its "Vegan Cheese, Please!" (https://www.peta.org/news/dominos-pizza-vegan-cheese-campaign/) campaign to give the company time to further modernize by addressing the demand for dairy-free cheese to be added to its U.S. menu. PETA delivered
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NORFOLK, Virginia, Jan. 10 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release:
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Domino's Rebrand Earns Pause in PETA's 'Vegan Cheese, Please!' Campaign
Ann Arbor, Mich. - As Domino's moves into the new year after introducing its first brand refresh in over a decade--a move aimed at modernizing its image--PETA is pressing pause on its "Vegan Cheese, Please!" (https://www.peta.org/news/dominos-pizza-vegan-cheese-campaign/) campaign to give the company time to further modernize by addressing the demand for dairy-free cheese to be added to its U.S. menu. PETA deliveredthe good news to Domino's CEO earlier today with a letter announcing the campaign hiatus, along with a giant custom-made pizza box packed with 45,000 signatures from would-be customers clamoring for the menu upgrade.
In the past few months, PETA has teamed up with celebrities--including rock 'n' roll legend Joan Jett and Emmy-award-winning food author, Tabitha Brown--to call out the company through letters, social media videos, and sky-high billboards in front of Domino's headquarters and storefronts nationwide. PETA supporters have also dressed as unicorns and passed out thousands of slices of "magical" vegan pizza slices to Domino's customers across the country.
"The new year is the ripe time for a newly refreshed Domino's to deliver on the demand for vegan cheese," says PETA President Tracy Reiman. "A new jingle is nice, but those who won't or don't eat dairy for health, humane, or environmental reasons hope 2026 is the year Domino's resolves to put vegan on the pie!"
In the dairy industry, cows are repeatedly forcibly impregnated, and their calves are taken away from them within a day of birth so that the milk meant to nourish them can be stolen and sold to humans. Once their bodies wear out from repeated pregnancies, they're sent to slaughter. Dairy production fuels deforestation, water waste, and greenhouse gas emissions, and humans who drink dairy increase their chances of developing heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and other ailments.
Domino's already offers vegan cheese in Switzerland, Australia, Spain, Germany, and the UK, but has yet to recognize the 30 million Americans who are lactose intolerant. Competitors--including &Pizza, Blaze Pizza, Brixx Pizza, Buddy's Pizza, Mellow Mushroom, Papa Murphy's, Pieology, PizzaRev, UNO, zpizza, and more--already offer vegan cheese in the U.S.
PETA--whose motto reads, in part, that "animals are not ours to abuse in any way"--points out that Every Animal Is Someone and offers free Empathy Kits for people who need a lesson in kindness. For more information, please visit PETA.org or follow PETA on X, Facebook, or Instagram.
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Original text here: https://www.peta.org/media/news-releases/dominos-rebrand-earns-pause-in-petas-vegan-cheese-please-campaign/
[Category: Animals]
