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Smithsonian Institution: Anacostia Community Museum Hosts "After Dark - Stories We Carry"
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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Anacostia Community Museum Hosts "After Dark: Stories We Carry"
After-Hours Program for Visitors 21+ Features a DJ, Art and Community Recipe Exchange
October 27, 2026
The Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum will welcome visitors 21 years and older for "After Dark: Stories We Carry," an evening of art, music, memory and connection, Thursday, Nov. 12, from 7 to 10 p.m. The event is free, but registration is recommended.
Inspired by the museum's current exhibition, "We Make History," the evening
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:
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Anacostia Community Museum Hosts "After Dark: Stories We Carry"
After-Hours Program for Visitors 21+ Features a DJ, Art and Community Recipe Exchange
October 27, 2026
The Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum will welcome visitors 21 years and older for "After Dark: Stories We Carry," an evening of art, music, memory and connection, Thursday, Nov. 12, from 7 to 10 p.m. The event is free, but registration is recommended.
Inspired by the museum's current exhibition, "We Make History," the eveninginvites visitors to reflect on the memories, traditions, people and places that have shaped their lives and consider how those stories become part of people's collective history. Visitors can experience the museum after hours with music from DJ Jerome Baker III while enjoying spiked apple cider, hot chocolate and snacks. They can also participate in a hands-on art activation with the Pyramid Atlantic Art Center and trade family and community recipes at Rooted Recipes, an interactive exchange that celebrates the stories passed down through food.
"History lives not only in books and archives, but in our kitchens, around our dining room tables and in the traditions we pass from one generation to the next," said Katelynd Anderson, interim director of the museum. "This 'After Dark' program is an invitation to experience the museum in a new way and to bring your own story into the conversation."
The museum's current exhibition, "We Make History," will also be open during the event. It explores how history happens and is preserved and shared, anchored by stories of Washingtonians whose legacies as change makers and history keepers have had generational impact. Objects on view include the family diary of Adam Francis Plummer, believed to be the only known example of a multigenerational diary started by an enslaved person in the United States; singer Marian Anderson's coat; a guitar belonging to Chuck Brown, the "Godfather of Go-Go"; and a jersey from the Washington Spirit, the city's professional women's soccer team.
The schedule and events are subject to change; check the website (https://anacostia.si.edu/events?trumbaEmbed=view%3Devent%26eventid%3D210188682) for updates.
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About the Anacostia Community Museum
Founded in 1967, the Smithsonian's Anacostia Community Museum shares the untold and often overlooked stories of communities furthest from opportunity in the greater Washington, D.C., region. In celebrating stories of resiliency, joy and strength, the museum inspires those who visit to translate their ideas into action. For more information about the museum, visit anacostia.si.edu or follow the museum on X, LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram.
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Original text here: https://www.si.edu/newsdesk/releases/anacostia-community-museum-hosts-after-dark-stories-we-carry
SBA Asks Public to Report Suspected Pandemic-Era Fraud Through DOJ Whistleblower Portal
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release:
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SBA Asks Public to Report Suspected Pandemic-Era Fraud Through DOJ Whistleblower Portal
Whistleblower Program Offers Incentives for Reporting PPP and COVID EIDL Fraud
October 27, 2026
WASHINGTON -- Following President Donald J. Trump's announcement establishing the Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program (WHIP), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today called on members of the public, federal employees, lenders, and small business owners to report suspected SBA loan and grant fraud through
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release:
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SBA Asks Public to Report Suspected Pandemic-Era Fraud Through DOJ Whistleblower Portal
Whistleblower Program Offers Incentives for Reporting PPP and COVID EIDL Fraud
October 27, 2026
WASHINGTON -- Following President Donald J. Trump's announcement establishing the Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program (WHIP), the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today called on members of the public, federal employees, lenders, and small business owners to report suspected SBA loan and grant fraud throughthe new centralized federal portal at america.gov/fraud.
"Since Day One, the Trump SBA has been laser-focused on addressing the $200 billion in potential Paycheck Protection Program and COVID-EIDL fraud that was identified - but went unaddressed - during the Biden Administration," said SBA Administrator Kelly Loeffler. "With the support of the White House Fraud Task Force, we have exposed billions in suspected fraud, sent billions more to Treasury for collections, and delivered real accountability to criminal fraudsters. Now, through President Trump's Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program, we are offering Americans the platform and the financial incentives to help expose bad actors and deliver justice on behalf of honest business owners and taxpayers. The SBA encourages members of the public to report suspected fraud--including fraud tied to pandemic loan programs--at america.gov/fraud."
The new program comes as the SBA continues its sweeping review of pandemic-era financial assistance, including the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and COVID Economic Injury Disaster Loan (COVID EIDL) Program. During the Biden Administration, the SBA Office of Inspector General estimated that more than $200 billion of the approximately $1.2 trillion disbursed through pandemic relief programs went to potentially fraudulent recipients. In close collaboration with the White House Task Force to Eliminate Fraud, the Trump SBA has aggressively scrutinized that legacy portfolio to uncover illicit activity and pursue enforcement action.
To date, the Trump SBA has helped expose approximately $122 billion in suspected pandemic-era fraud through coordinated referrals to federal partners. An SBA referral to the Internal Revenue Service led to the identification of discrepancies associated with approximately $100 billion in PPP and COVID EIDL loans, while the agency separately referred approximately $22 billion in suspected fraudulent PPP and COVID EIDL debt to the U.S. Department of the Treasury for collection. In addition to these referrals, the SBA has announced suspensions for approximately 1 million borrowers tied to about $50 billion in suspected pandemic-era fraud, barring them from future SBA lending and federal contracting programs.
The new Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program, administered by the U.S. Department of Justice's National Fraud Enforcement Division, incentivizes individuals with direct knowledge of federal program theft, fraud, or misuse to submit tips. Under the program, qualifying whistleblowers whose original information leads to successful federal enforcement actions or criminal charges can receive cash rewards.
The SBA is specifically urging the public, federal employees, industry insiders, and bank compliance officers to submit tips regarding potential fraud across pandemic relief programs, including PPP, COVID EIDL, the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) Program, and the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF). Examples of potentially fraudulent or improper conduct may include:
* Submitting false, fabricated, or altered financial records, payroll reports, or tax documents to secure SBA-backed commercial financing.
* Misrepresenting business ownership, size, location, or veteran or disadvantaged status to secure federal contracting set-asides or grant awards.
* Using SBA loan proceeds, disaster loans, or grant funds for personal enrichment.
* Unlawful kickbacks, fee-splitting, or misrepresentations involving the identities of loan packagers, brokers, or borrowers.
* Continued possession or misuse of government assistance by phantom or shell entities.
The new Fraud Whistleblower Incentive Program creates a streamlined reporting portal directly through america.gov/fraud, allowing anyone to safely submit documentation, financial records, and evidence to federal investigators. Qualifying whistleblowers whose information leads to the filing of criminal charges may receive monetary awards, subject to program requirements and the DOJ's discretion. Anyone who suspects fraudulent activity in any SBA program is encouraged to visit america.gov/fraud to submit a report.
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About the U.S. Small Business Administration
The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of entrepreneurship. As the leading voice for small businesses within the federal government, the SBA empowers job creators with the resources and support they need to start, grow, and expand their businesses or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.
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Original text here: https://legacy.sba.gov/article/2026/10/27/sba-asks-public-report-suspected-pandemic-era-fraud-through-doj-whistleblower-portal
Postal Service IG: Maryland District: Delivery Operations in the Baltimore Area
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Postal Service Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 26-077-R27) on October 1, 2026, entitled "Maryland District: Delivery Operations in the Baltimore Area."
Here are excerpts:
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During the week of April 13, 2026, we performed a self-initiated audit at the Baltimore Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) and four delivery units serviced by the P&DC. The delivery units included the Hampden Roland Park Station, Loch Raven Branch, Nottingham Branch, and Raspeburg Station.
We issued individual reports for the four delivery units
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Postal Service Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 26-077-R27) on October 1, 2026, entitled "Maryland District: Delivery Operations in the Baltimore Area."
Here are excerpts:
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During the week of April 13, 2026, we performed a self-initiated audit at the Baltimore Processing and Distribution Center (P&DC) and four delivery units serviced by the P&DC. The delivery units included the Hampden Roland Park Station, Loch Raven Branch, Nottingham Branch, and Raspeburg Station.
We issued individual reports for the four delivery unitsand the P&DC. We also issued another report summarizing the results of our audits of all four delivery units with five recommendations for management.
The audit team identified deficiencies in four areas we reviewed affecting mail delivery and property conditions at the delivery units.
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View the original text at: https://www.uspsoig.gov/sites/default/files/reports/2026-10/26-077-r27.pdf
Postal Service IG: Mail Theft Mitigation and Response: Seattle, WA
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Postal Service Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 26-100-R27) on October 14, 2026, entitled "Mail Theft Mitigation and Response: Seattle, WA."
Here are excerpts:
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Background
This report presents the results of our self-initiated audit of Mail Theft Mitigation and Response at Wedgwood Station and Seattle Carrier Annex in Seattle, WA. These sites are in the Washington District of the Retail and Delivery Operations, WestPac Area. Our objective was to assess the U.S. Postal Service's actions taken to mitigate and respond to mail
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 (TNSLrpt) -- The U.S. Postal Service Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 26-100-R27) on October 14, 2026, entitled "Mail Theft Mitigation and Response: Seattle, WA."
Here are excerpts:
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Background
This report presents the results of our self-initiated audit of Mail Theft Mitigation and Response at Wedgwood Station and Seattle Carrier Annex in Seattle, WA. These sites are in the Washington District of the Retail and Delivery Operations, WestPac Area. Our objective was to assess the U.S. Postal Service's actions taken to mitigate and respond to mailtheft at selected facilities in Seattle, WA. See Appendix A for additional information about this audit.
The Postal Service's mission is to provide the nation with trusted, safe, and secure communications and mail services. In fiscal year (FY) 2025, Seattle, WA, facilities processed more than 1.3 billion mailpieces. Unfortunately, these operations continue to be disrupted due to mail theft. Mail theft occurs in various ways, such as individuals using stolen universal keys -- called arrow keys -- to access collection boxes, outdoor parcel lockers, cluster box units (CBU), and apartment panels. Additionally, mail theft occurs when individuals fish or break into collection boxes with force, and through residential mailbox break-ins, package theft, and carrier robberies.
Concerns about how the Postal Service prevents and responds to mail theft frequently appear in the media and have been a topic of congressional hearings and inquiries sent to the U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General. News articles have also highlighted carrier robberies and theft from blue collection boxes and CBUs nationally, which have included customers' credit cards, checks, and social security benefits.
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View the original text at: https://www.uspsoig.gov/sites/default/files/reports/2026-10/26-100-r27.pdf
NASA IG: NASA's Role in the Decadal Survey Process
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 (TNSres) -- NASA Inspector General issued the following audit reportentitled "NASA's Role in the Decadal Survey Process."
Here are excerpts:
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NASA contracts with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to perform decadal surveys and provide recommendations identified by the scientific community on key issues in Earth and space science research for the Agency to consider over the subsequent decade.
However, the design of the decadal survey process and NASA's approach have limited opportunities for the Agency to communicate and engage with the Academies.
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 (TNSres) -- NASA Inspector General issued the following audit reportentitled "NASA's Role in the Decadal Survey Process."
Here are excerpts:
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NASA contracts with the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine to perform decadal surveys and provide recommendations identified by the scientific community on key issues in Earth and space science research for the Agency to consider over the subsequent decade.
However, the design of the decadal survey process and NASA's approach have limited opportunities for the Agency to communicate and engage with the Academies.Further, NASA is not comprehensively capturing progress, costs, and resources required for the decadal survey process and lacks consistent internal processes for supporting decadal survey development.
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View full report here: https://oig.nasa.gov/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/final-report-ig-27-001-nasas-role-in-the-decadal-survey-process.pdf?emrc=6ae1e53d6036e
GSA, Anthropic Reach OneGov Agreement on Discounted, Consumption-Based Pricing for Claude
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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October 27, 2026
GSA, Anthropic Reach OneGov Agreement on Discounted, Consumption-Based Pricing for Claude
Deal Delivers 40% Discount and Streamlines Access to Advanced Super Intelligence Tools for Federal Agencies
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is announcing that it has expanded its OneGov agreement with Anthropic, providing government buyers steeply discounted, consumption-based pricing on all Claude models available to the government.
Participating
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release:
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October 27, 2026
GSA, Anthropic Reach OneGov Agreement on Discounted, Consumption-Based Pricing for Claude
Deal Delivers 40% Discount and Streamlines Access to Advanced Super Intelligence Tools for Federal Agencies
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) is announcing that it has expanded its OneGov agreement with Anthropic, providing government buyers steeply discounted, consumption-based pricing on all Claude models available to the government.
Participatinggovernments now have access to:
* Discounted, consumption-based access: 40% discount on token-based usage across Claude models available to the government, including FedRAMP-authorized environments for sensitive unclassified work.
* No minimum orders: agencies pay only for what they use, with no minimum purchase required.
* Broad eligibility and multiple ordering paths: access for federal (executive, legislative, and judicial), state, local, and tribal governments -- available directly, through resellers, and on major cloud platforms.
GSA's OneGov agreement reflects the federal government's shift from evaluating advanced super intelligence capabilities to applying them in daily mission work, while continuing OneGov's move toward consumption-based pricing that scales with actual use.
GSA's OneGov strategy has generated more than $1.8 billion in savings for the federal government and taxpayers since its inception, including approximately $1.6 billion through its super intelligence agreements. As offers expire, GSA will renew agreements where appropriate and work to ensure continued access to critical tools while delivering the best value for taxpayers. Agencies can find ordering details at itvmo.gsa.gov/onegov.
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About GSA: GSA provides centralized procurement and shared services for the federal government, managing approximately 360 million rentable square feet, overseeing over $126 billion in products and services via federal contracts, and delivering technology services to millions of people across dozens of federal agencies. GSA's mission is to deliver exceptional customer experience and value in real estate, acquisition, and technology. To address nearly $50 billion in delinquent maintenance, GSA is leading a coalition of every cabinet agency and many federal leaders urgently advocating for full Federal Buildings Fund access and raising the prospectus threshold from $4.109 million to $75 million. For more information, visit GSA.gov and follow @USGSA.
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Original text here: https://www.gsa.gov/about-gsa/newsroom/news-releases/gsa-anthropic-reach-onegov-agreement-on-discounted-consumptionbased-pricing-10272026
EPA to Hold Public Meeting on Modification of Remedy at New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site on October 28, 2026
WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA to Hold Public Meeting on Modification of Remedy at New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site on October 28, 2026
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BOSTON, MASS (Oct. 19, 2026) -- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a virtual public meeting on October 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. via Microsoft Teams to present the draft eighth Explanation of Significant Differences (ESD) proposing to modify the upper and lower harbor remedy for the New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site.
Under the ESD, EPA would remove soil in areas where
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 28 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release:
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EPA to Hold Public Meeting on Modification of Remedy at New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site on October 28, 2026
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BOSTON, MASS (Oct. 19, 2026) -- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is hosting a virtual public meeting on October 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. via Microsoft Teams to present the draft eighth Explanation of Significant Differences (ESD) proposing to modify the upper and lower harbor remedy for the New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site.
Under the ESD, EPA would remove soil in areas wherepolychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) contamination is higher than 1 part per million. The contaminated soil would be excavated to a depth of three feet and replaced with clean soil. The plan would also include land use controls for the property. These controls would allow the City of New Bedford to pursue residential development on the site, but would require a soil management plan to make sure any PCB-contaminated soil located deeper than three feet would be handled safely, if it were to be disturbed in the future.
"The City of New Bedford has been a key partner during EPA's implementation of the Superfund remedy, allowing EPA to perform remedy support work at the City's Sawyer Street property since the 1980s," said EPA Regional Administrator Mark Sanborn. "This proposed work is an important step as we near completion of the New Bedford Harbor Superfund Site cleanup."
EPA is seeking public input on the draft ESD during the 30-day public comment period starting on October 30, 2026, and ending on November 28, 2026. Beginning on October 30, 2026, the draft ESD Administrative Record can be reviewed and comments submitted via https://www.regulations.gov (Docket ID No. EPA-R01-SFUND-2026-6304). All comments are reviewed and responded to in writing by EPA prior to selecting a final alternative for the ESD, if necessary.
Meeting materials and link to join October 28th meeting at 6:00 p.m. will be posted prior to the meeting on https://www.epa.gov/new-bedford-harbor.
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Original text here: https://www.epa.gov/newsreleases/epa-hold-public-meeting-modification-remedy-new-bedford-harbor-superfund-site-october
