10 Weeks Out - Democrats' "Growing Momentum" Stretches "Toss-Up" Battle for Senate Control "Deep Into Trump Country"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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TEN WEEKS OUT: Democrats' "Growing Momentum" Stretches "Toss-Up" Battle for Senate Control "Deep into Trump Country"
Axios: "At the start of the cycle, Cook Political Report called Democrats' path to a Senate majority 'herculean.' Last week, it declared the battle for the Senate a toss-up"
NBC News' Ryan Nobles: "The results in Alaska during this last primary were as more
AFL-CIO AFSCM, 79 Co-Signers Issue Letter to Senate Leadership
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 [Category: Union] (TNSletter) -- The AFL-CIO AFSCME (American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees) issued the following letter with 79 co-signers to the Senate leadership:
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The Honorable John Thune, Majority Leader, United States Senate
The Honorable Charles Schumer, Minority Leader, United States Senate
July 31, 2026
Dear Leader Thune and Leader Schumer: The undersigned 78 civil rights, labor, consumer, community, tech accountability, and other orga more
Back to School 2026: University of Cincinnati Remains a Destination Campus
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Aug. 25 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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Back to School 2026: UC remains a destination campus
UC enrollment powered by first-year and first-generation college students
By Cedric Ricks, 260-415-8554, cedric.ricks@uc.edu
The University of Cincinnati welcomes a record first-year class as the academic year begins Monday, Aug. 24, underscoring UC's status as a destination campus for students from across Ohio, the nation and the world.
Incoming B more
Bain & Co.: U.S. Banking Set for Far-Reaching Shake-Up as Next Wave of Consolidation Builds
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 25 (TNSrep) -- Bain and Co., a management consulting firm, issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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US banking set for far-reaching shake-up as next wave of consolidation builds
NEW YORK----The US banking industry is poised for its first major shake-up since 2008, according to new analysis from Bain & Company released today.
New Bain modeling based on 20 years of sector data and previous M&A suggests the number of US banks holding more than $1 tri more
Better Markets, 15 Organizations Issue Letter to CFTC
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 [Category: Financial Services] (TNSletter) -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, issued the following letter with 15 organizations to Commodity Futures Trading Commission:
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July 27, 2026
Christopher J. Kirkpatrick
Secretary
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Center
1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: Prediction Markets, RIN 30 more
Booz Allen Completes Acquisition of Ultra I&C Mission Solutions Business
MCLEAN, Virginia, Aug. 25 -- Booz Allen Hamilton, an information technology information company, issued the following news release:
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Booz Allen Completes Acquisition of Ultra I&C Mission Solutions Business
Booz Allen Hamilton (NYSE: BAH) has completed its previously announced $720 million acquisition of the Ultra I&C Mission Solutions business (Ultra Mission Solutions), further strengthening its technology solutions for national security missions.
Combining Ultra Mission Solutions' def more
Chunghwa Telecom Earns Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Recognitions for Telecom Market Leadership and 5G Technology Innovation
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 25 -- 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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Chunghwa Telecom Earns Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Recognitions for Telecom Market Leadership and 5G Technology Innovation
Taiwan's leading telecom provider is recognized for advancing 5G innovation, AI-driven digital transformation, and resilient digital infrastructure.
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Frost & Sullivan is pleased t more
DOE and Princeton University Extend, Strengthen Partnership
PRINCETON, New Jersey, Aug. 25 -- Princeton University issued the following news:
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DOE and Princeton University extend, strengthen partnership
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and Princeton University have extended the contract for Princeton's management and operation of the Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory (PPPL), located on the University's Forrestal Campus in Plainsboro, New Jersey.
"Princeton is proud to continue its longstanding partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy, more
DOE and SBA Launch SBIC-E Initiative to Unleash Private Capital for American Innovation and Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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DOE and SBA Launch SBIC-E Initiative to Unleash Private Capital for American Innovation and Small Businesses
New strategic partnership expands private investment in American small businesses advancing American energy dominance.
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The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) and the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) today signed a Memorandum of Agreement establishing the Small Busines more
DOE Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory: Planning a New Era of Discovery With the Upgraded Advanced Light Source
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Planning a New Era of Discovery with the Upgraded Advanced Light Source
A state-of-the-art upgrade underway at Berkeley Lab's soft X-ray facility will enable decades of continued research breakthroughs
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Scientists around the world use the focused beams of light generated by the Advanced Light Source (ALS) synchrotron to study molecules and materials with atomic precis more
Food and Water Watch: State Senator Kristen Gonzalez Kicks Off NY Fights AI Data Centers Tour in Buffalo and Niagara Falls
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release:
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State Senator Kristen Gonzalez Kicks Off NY Fights AI Data Centers Tour in Buffalo and Niagara Falls
The event is one of 12 sites with hyperscale data centers or pending proposals being highlighted on the 'Stop Data Centers' tour happening throughout the month.
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Buffalo, NY - On August 22, local activists and community leaders held a rally outside of Tesla Buffalo, where Elon Musk has expressed interes more
Gartner Forecasts Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue to Reach $1.6 Trillion in 2026
STAMFORD, Connecticut, Aug. 25 -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Forecasts Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue to Reach $1.6 Trillion in 2026
Overview
* Worldwide Semiconductor Revenue to Grow 92% in 2026
* Memory Revenue to Total $837 Billion in 2026 and Surpass $1 Trillion in 2027
* AI Data Center Revenue Share to Grow From 36.5% in 2026 to 53% by 2030
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Global semiconductor revenue is expected to reach $1. more
GE Vernova Introduces Medium-Voltage UPS to Help Accelerate the Buildout of AI Factories and Energy-Intensive Industries
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 25 -- G.E. Vernova, an energy company, posted the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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GE Vernova introduces medium-voltage UPS to help accelerate the buildout of AI factories and energy-intensive industries
* Keeps critical AI and industrial operations running with stable, high-quality power, even when the power supply is disturbed, as well as helps protect gas turbines and grid network from drastic load fluctuations.
* Moves power protection to true more
HFTP Announces 2026 CHAE of the Year Award Recipient: Mohammad Al Amin, CHAE
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 25 -- Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals issued the following news:
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HFTP Announces 2026 CHAE of the Year Award Recipient: Mohammad Al Amin, CHAE
Hospitality Financial and Technology Professionals (HFTP(R)) is proud to announce Mohammad Al Amin, CHAE, as the recipient of the 2026 CHAE of the Year Award. This annual award recognizes a hospitality finance professional who demonstrates exceptional commitment to professional development, the hospitality in more
I3R Watershed Grants Spark New Research Collaborations Across U of A; $1 Million in Seed Funding Awarded
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news:
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I3R Watershed Grants Spark New Research Collaborations Across U of A; $1 Million in Seed Funding Awarded
Fifteen new interdisciplinary research teams are receiving $1 million in seed funding from the I3R Watershed Grants Program, a recently launched funding initiative made possible through collaboration and co-funding between the Institute for Integrative and Innovative Research (I3R), U of A colleg more
Lara Hodgson Named Executive Director of New Startup Accelerator at Georgia Tech
ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 25 -- The Georgia Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Lara Hodgson Named Executive Director of New Startup Accelerator at Georgia Tech
Accelerator to begin delivering on its mission to support emerging startups with the resources and infrastructure to scale into businesses
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Lara Hodgson has been named the inaugural executive director of the new startup accelerator at Georgia Tech. Under Hodgson's leadership, the accelerator will begin delivering more
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: Lab Scientists and Engineers Win Six R&D 100 Awards
LIVERMORE, California, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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Lab scientists and engineers win six R&D 100 awards
The FlowVAM system eliminates the need to manually exchange print volume in Tomographic Volumetric Additive Manufacturing and incorporates in situ metrology, yielding a 200-fold improvement in part production rates. Image credit: Hazel Rose Galvan/LLNL
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) scientist more
Mich. Democratic Party: Report - Mike Rogers Supports Trump's Reckless Tariffs And Healthcare Cuts As Costs Spike for Michiganders
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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REPORT: Mike Rogers Supports Trump's Reckless Tariffs And Healthcare Cuts As Costs Spike for Michiganders
New reporting from Michigan Independent highlights how Mike Rogers' agenda spikes costs: from his support for Trump's reckless tariffs that have "raised the cost of everyday goods and soured America's relationships with its trading partners," to his repeated votes to repeal the Affordable more
Penn State-Lehigh Valley: Dual Enrollment Gives High School Students an Early Pathway to College
CENTER VALLEY, Pennsylvania, Aug. 25 -- Pennsylvania State University Lehigh Valley campus issued the following news:
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Dual enrollment gives high school students an early pathway to college
Allentown School District students earned Penn State credits while studying artificial intelligence this summer, part of a growing effort to connect high school students with college opportunities close to home
By Ryan Abramson
For a group of Allentown School District students, summer break this yea more
Reaching Higher: U of A Fully Activates 150 Forward With Transformational Goals
FAYETTEVILLE, Arkansas, Aug. 25 -- The University of Arkansas issued the following news:
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Reaching Higher: U of A Fully Activates 150 Forward with Transformational Goals
The University of Arkansas officially launched the third phase of its 150 Forward Reaching Higher Strategic Plan this week, setting transformational goals for increasing graduation rates and research expenditures while also sharing a roadmap for achieving those goals, and details about a new transformation management tea more
Returning to Binghamton With New Perspectives
BINGHAMTON, New York, Aug. 25 -- Binghamton University issued the following news:
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Returning to Binghamton with new perspectives
Clinical associate professor of pharmacy practice Willie Eggleston to begin new tenure at SOPPS
By Ethan Knox '20
Sometimes, a little outside perspective is all you need to know that Binghamton is where you belong.
At least, that was true for Willie Eggleston, who is returning to Binghamton School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SOPPS) this year wi more
RIDE and Edia Launch First-of-its-Kind Statewide Attendance Partnership to Better Engage Students and Families
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Aug. 25 -- The Rhode Island Department of Education issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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RIDE and Edia Launch First-of-its-Kind Statewide Attendance Partnership to Better Engage Students and Families
Building on last week's release of statewide attendance data showing continued improvement in Rhode Island schools, Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angelica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) today announced a three-y more
Rockefeller Foundation President Issues Statement on Early Warning Data for Famines
NEW YORK, Aug. 25 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following statement by President Rajiv J. Shah on the early warning data for famines:
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Statement From Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, on Early Warning Data for Famines
We cannot prevent the world's hungriest people from starving if we are flying blind.
Last week, FEWS NET -- the primary early-warning system for hunger -- stopped providing data on Afghanistan, Somalia, and Yemen, three of the countries more
SAS Named a Leader in Financial Crime Management Solutions, Says Top Research and Advisory Firm
CARY, North Carolina, Aug. 25 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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SAS named a Leader in financial crime management solutions, says top research and advisory firm
Highest current offering score and top possible marks in nine of 11 criteria distinguish SAS in recent analyst evaluation
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Global data and AI innovator SAS is named a Leader in The Forrester Wave(TM): Financial Crime Management Solutions, Q3 2026, Forreste more
Sen. Warren Issues Statement on Reports That NVIDIA's AI Computers Are Powering Moscow's AI Drones
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on Aug. 24, 2026:
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Senator Warren Statement on Reports that NVIDIA's AI Computers Are Powering Moscow's AI Drones
U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, released the following statement on reports that AI computers made by NVIDIA may be powering more
Smith Joins Ocean County Commissioners and Manchester Twp. Mayor in Opposition to Data Centers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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Smith joins Ocean County Commissioners and Manchester Twp. Mayor in opposition to data centers
Manchester, NJ - On Thursday, August 20th, Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) met with Manchester Twp. Mayor Joseph Hankins, Director of Public Works Al Yodakis, and Ocean County Commissioner Rob Arace to discuss their mutual opposition to the development of AI data centers in the Township-- more
Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine: BIMS Alumnus Guides Students Toward Diverse Healthcare Paths
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Aug. 25 -- Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release:
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BIMS Alumnus Guides Students Toward Diverse Healthcare Paths
Ever the Aggie, Ricardo Diaz '00 has grounded his career in service, leadership, and a deep appreciation for the people who keep healthcare running.
After two decades working as a hospital executive across the country, he returned to Aggieland in 2023 and now serves as assistant vic more
UAlbany Launches New Graduate Certificate in Semiconductor Engineering
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 25 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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UAlbany Launches New Graduate Certificate in Semiconductor Engineering
By Bethany Bump
The University at Albany has launched its newest graduate certificate for professionals in the semiconductor industry looking to expand their skills.
The advanced certificate in Very Large Scale Integration, or VLSI, provides training in the design, layout and architecture of integrated circuits -- the microchips conta more
University of Wyoming INBRE Program Receives $18.9M NIH Grant for Biomedical Research and Education
LARAMIE, Wyoming, Aug. 25 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW INBRE Program Receives $18.9M NIH Grant for Biomedical Research and Education
Biomedical research and education in Wyoming will be bolstered by the largest single research grant ever awarded to the University of Wyoming INBRE program -- nearly $18.9 million from the National Institutes of Health (NIH).
The five-year award funds the Wyoming Institutional Development Award (IDeA) Networks for Biomedical more
University of Wyoming Professors Receive NIH Grant to Further Study Brain Circuitry Changes During Aging, Alzheimer's Disease
LARAMIE, Wyoming, Aug. 25 -- The University of Wyoming posted the following news:
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UW Professors Receive NIH Grant to Further Study Brain Circuitry Changes During Aging, Alzheimer's Disease
Two University of Wyoming faculty members will further their research in understanding the microcircuit changes that occur in the brain's prefrontal cortex during normal aging as well as disease progression in Alzheimer's disease.
To help them continue their study, Rongsong Liu, a professor in the De more
Virginia Tech: Class Teaches Lifelong Learners to Make AI a Writing Partner, Not a Ghostwriter
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Class teaches lifelong learners to make AI a writing partner, not a ghostwriter
From AI-assisted writing to zombie outbreaks, the Lifelong Learning Institute's fall term offers nearly 90 ways to explore something new. Registration is open, and classes begin Sept. 8.
By Diane Deffenbaugh
Matthew Vollmer still drafts much of his writing the old-fashioned way: longhand with pen and paper.
Artificial intelligence more
Virginia Tech: Welcome Message From President Tim Sands
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following statement on Aug. 24, 2026, by President Tim Sands:
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A welcome message from President Tim Sands
Virginia Tech students, faculty, and staff,
Welcome to the start of the 2026-27 academic year! In many ways, this academic year is beginning like every other. I know summer is over on the Blacksburg campus when the Corps of Cadets launches Forge Week. Fall sports are already underway, and the campus looks fantastic with all t more
Virginia Tech: Why Water Security is the Next Frontier of Cyber Warfare, According to Expert
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Why water security is the next frontier of cyber warfare, according to expert
In modern warfare and national defense, physical conflicts are increasingly preceded by silent cyberattacks on vital resource networks. Most recently, cyber intrusions struck water and wastewater utilities across at least seven U.S. states, prompting federal investigations into potential Iranian involvement amidst heightened U.S.-Iran te more
White House: President Trump Champions Educational Freedom - Putting Students and Parents First
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The White House issued the following news on Aug. 24, 2026:
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President Trump Champions Educational Freedom -- Putting Students and Parents First
Today, President Donald J. Trump welcomes students, parents, and education advocates to the White House to celebrate the start of a new school year. Under President Trump's and Secretary of Education Linda McMahon's leadership, this Administration has delivered an unparalleled record of expanding educational freedom, rest more
Air Force awards production contract for next-gen Aerospace Readiness Enterprise System
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news:
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Air Force awards production contract for next-gen Aerospace Readiness Enterprise System
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HANSCOM AIR FORCE BASE, Mass. (AFNS) -
Following extensive operator testing, the Department of the Air Force has reached a critical milestone in overhauling its aircrew management systems, officially awarding VivSoft a production Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) for the Aerospace Readiness Enterprise System, or ARES.
Because more
Air Force awards production contract for Next-Gen Aerospace Readiness Enterprise System
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Aug. 24 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Air Force awards production contract for Next-Gen Aerospace Readiness Enterprise System
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Following extensive operator testing, the Department of the Air Force has reached a critical milestone in overhauling its aircrew management systems, officially awarding VivSoft a production Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) for more
Art, Technology, and Human Presence: Jordan Vinyard Earns Elite Vermont Residency
CHICKASHA, Oklahoma, Aug. 24 -- The University of Science and Arts of Oklahoma posted the following news:
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Art, Technology, and Human Presence: Jordan Vinyard Earns Elite Vermont Residency
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Kinetic installation artist Jordan Vinyard, professor of art at the University of Science of Arts of Oklahoma and Director of Art Wrecker Studios has been selected for a prestigious artist residency at the Vermont Studio Center - joining a select few of Oklahoma's finest creators to be chosen in the more
AV to Invest $100 Million in New Unified Campus in Southern California
MONROVIA, California, Aug. 24 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- AeroVironment posted the following news release:
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AV to Invest $100 Million in New Unified Campus in Southern California
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ARLINGTON, Va. - August 24, 2026 - AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in intelligent, multi-domain defense technologies, today announced a planned $100 million inv more
Back to School 2026: UC remains a destination campus
BLUE ASH, Ohio, Aug. 24 -- The University of Cincinnati Blue Ash College posted the following news:
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Back to School 2026: UC remains a destination campus
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The University of Cincinnati welcomes a record first-year class as the academic year begins Monday, Aug. 24, underscoring UC's status as a destination campus for students from across Ohio, the nation and the world.
Incoming Bearcats attracted to the university's academic strength, campus culture and dynamic learning communities are more
Bigger incoming class joins BW on the rise
BEREA, Ohio, Aug. 24 -- Baldwin Wallace University posted the following news:
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Bigger incoming class joins BW on the rise
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Momentum is building at Baldwin Wallace -and the results are showing. This fall, BW is the school of choice for nearly 10% more undergraduate students than last year, capping a summer of exciting news that brought millions of dollars in grants, gifts and awards to support students and strengthen the University.
As BW begins its second year under President Lee Fish more
Cameron students present findings at NIH-funded summer program
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Aug. 24 -- Cameron University issued the following news release:
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Cameron students present findings at NIH-funded summer program
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Two Cameron University students were selected as winners of their categories while presenting original research during the recently completed Summer Undergraduate Research Program (SURP) Symposium in Oklahoma City.
SURP includes several summer research programs, including the Oklahoma IDeA Network of Biomedical Research Excellence (OK-INB more
CMU Builds on Its Strengths To Advance NeuroAI
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Aug. 24 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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CMU Builds on Its Strengths To Advance NeuroAI
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For decades, neuroscience and artificial intelligence have pursued a similar question from different directions, examining how intelligence emerges from a system that can perceive the world, learn from experience and make decisions.
Now, advances in both fields are making it possible to tackle that question together.
At Carnegie Mellon Universit more
Congressman Garcia Participates in the Third Panamerican Congress
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Rep. Jesus Garcia, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Garcia Participates in the Third Panamerican Congress
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Congressman Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04) participated in the Third Panamerican Congress that took place from Friday, Aug. 21, through Sunday, Aug. 23. The opening day began with a press conference and an opening ceremony at Uruguay's Legislative Palace led by Uruguayan Vice President Carolina Cosse. The gatherings' first closed-door more
CU's Magic Lantern Film Society sets slate of classic films for screening
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Aug. 24 -- Cameron University issued the following news release:
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CU's Magic Lantern Film Society sets slate of classic films for screening
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The Magic Lantern Film Society, a Cameron University student organization, has announced a slate of 10 films to be screened during the 2026-2027 academic year.
The films run the gamut - from cinema classics and political intrigue, to animation and foreign imports. A couple fit into the theme of Cameron's 13th academic festival, more
Dalton State Welcomes Two Endowed Chairs to Advance STEM and Classical Education
DALTON, Georgia, Aug. 24 -- Dalton State College issued the following news:
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Dalton State welcomes two endowed chairs to advance STEM and classical education
Dalton State College has selected two accomplished educators to serve in endowed chair positions that will advance innovation in STEM and help prepare the next generation of teachers through classical education. Asaf Varol has been named the Shaw Industries Chair in STEM, and Cristian R. Aquino-Sterling has been selected as the inau more
Flagright Now a Nacha Preferred Partner for ACH Compliance, Fraud Monitoring, and Risk and Fraud Prevention
RESTON, Virginia, Aug. 24 [Category: Business] -- Nacha - The Electronic Payments Association posted the following news release:
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Flagright Now a Nacha Preferred Partner for ACH Compliance, Fraud Monitoring, and Risk and Fraud Prevention
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RESTON, Virginia, Aug. 20, 2026 - Nacha announced that Flagright has become a Nacha Preferred Partner for ACH Compliance, Fraud Monitoring, and Risk and Fraud Prevention.
Organizations use Flagright's transaction monitoring engine to keep watch on in more
FSU: College Announces Official Launch of 'pivotal' Healthcare Initiative
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 24 -- The Florida State University College of Business issued the following news:
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College announces official launch of 'pivotal' healthcare initiative
Moving quickly to implement a top strategic priority, the Herbert Wertheim College of Business at Florida State University has announced the official launch of its Business of Healthcare Initiative.
In alignment with FSU Health, the initiative applies the college's world-class strengths in research, teaching an more
Gabriella Carini named CHESS director as facility readies for the future
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 24 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Gabriella Carini named CHESS director as facility readies for the future
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Gabriella Carini, associate laboratory director for discovery technologies at Brookhaven National Laboratory, has been appointed director of the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS) and professor in the Sibley School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering in the Cornell Duffield College of Engineering. She will begin Oct. 1.
C more
Hungary: as national television resumes news programming, RSF calls for independent, pluralistic and transparent public media
PARIS, France, Aug. 24 [Category: Media] -- Reporters Without Borders issued the following news:
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Hungary: as national television resumes news programming, RSF calls for independent, pluralistic and transparent public media
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Reporters Without Borders (RSF) contributed to Hungary's public consultation on the future of its public service media. Drawing on European standards and proven models, the organisation asks political and media leaders to make the most of the transition and to buil more
IBM and the USTA Introduce New AI-Powered Fan Experiences for 2026 US Open
ARMONK, New York, Aug. 24 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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IBM and the USTA Introduce New AI-Powered Fan Experiences for 2026 US Open
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NEW YORK, August 24, 2026 - IBM (NYSE: IBM) and the United States Tennis Association (USTA) today announced new and enhanced AI-powered fan features coming to USOpen.org and the US Open app for this year's tournament. Three new, enhanced AI-powered innovations are designed to help fans cut through the noise, more
IBM Study: Sports Fans Want Streamlined Digital Experiences as Platform Choices Expand
ARMONK, New York, Aug. 24 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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IBM Study: Sports Fans Want Streamlined Digital Experiences as Platform Choices Expand
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ARMONK, N.Y., August 24, 2026 - New research commissioned by IBM (NYSE: IBM) reveals the digital expectations of surveyed sports fans are rising as they navigate more platforms, subscriptions and technology.
According to the latest IBM Sports Intelligence Report*, based on responses from more tha more
IBM Unveils Next Generation Dual-Architecture Processor for IBM Z and LinuxONE
ARMONK, New York, Aug. 24 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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IBM Unveils Next Generation Dual-Architecture Processor for IBM Z and LinuxONE
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ARMONK, N.Y., Aug. 24, 2026 - At the annual Hot Chips conference, IBM (NYSE: IBM) today is announcing the first dual-architecture mainframe processor, which is being designed to enable enterprises to run operating systems and applications on both the IBM and Arm(r) compute platforms in future IBM Z and Li more
Intel Outlines Architectures for Agentic AI at Hot Chips 2026
SANTA CLARA, California, Aug. 24 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, issued the following news:
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Intel Outlines Architectures for Agentic AI at Hot Chips 2026
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What's New: Intel is showcasing three architectures for Agentic AI and Enterprise-scale workloads, combining the Diamond Rapids processor for high-performance orchestration, the Crescent Island GPU for efficient inferenc more
K-State Partners With Atom Grants to Power Faculty Funding Discovery
MANHATTAN, Kansas, Aug. 24 -- Kansas State University issued the following news:
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K-State partners with Atom Grants to power faculty funding discovery
Kansas State University has established an institutional membership with Atom Grants, providing faculty, staff and graduate students access to an AI-powered platform that makes finding and securing external funding faster and less burdensome.
The new partnership directly supports one of the central commitments of the Next-Gen K-State Stra more
Mines economists and policy experts lead global conversation on critical minerals markets and national security
GOLDEN, Colorado, Aug. 24 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news:
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Mines economists and policy experts lead global conversation on critical minerals markets and national security
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By Jenn Fields, Special to Mines Newsroom
The conversation around the critical minerals supply chain begins with demand. Economists and policy experts are essential for understanding the markets and geopolitical forces that drive critical minerals supply chains-and which levers can make or bre more
NCCU Earns National Recognition for AI Teaching and Learning
DURHAM, North Carolina, Aug. 24 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news:
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NCCU Earns National Recognition for AI Teaching and Learning
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North Carolina Central University (NCCU) has been named the 2026 Tambellini Future Campus Award winner in the Teaching and Learning category.
The national award honors institutions using artificial intelligence, data and technology to address institutional challenges and create measurable impact in higher education. NCCU was rec more
New School Year Brings New Opportunities to University of Mary Washington
FREDERICKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 24 -- The University of Mary Washington issued the following news:
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New School Year Brings New Opportunities to UMW
By Sarah Hertz Mahoney
University of Mary Washington Eagles have even more ways to spread their wings this fall, with new undergraduate offerings spanning the arts, sciences and humanities joining more than 100 majors, minors and programs already available. Two new graduate programs address regional workforce needs, while new leadership, reso more
Oklahoma's chief AI officer to speak at CU on impact of artificial intelligence
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Aug. 24 -- Cameron University issued the following news release:
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Oklahoma's chief AI officer to speak at CU on impact of artificial intelligence
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The state official charged with leading Oklahoma's strategy for deploying artificial intelligence and digital modernization across more than 125 agencies, boards and commissions will be the first speaker in Cameron University's 13th academic festival, "Being Human in the Age of AI."
Tai Phan is Oklahoma's chief artificial more
Professor Julie Tedjeske Crane publishes on teaching legal research students to be the human in the AI loop
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 24 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Professor Julie Tedjeske Crane publishes on teaching legal research students to be the human in the AI loop
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CARLISLE, PA-Professor Julie Tedjeske Crane has an article in the current issue of Perspectives: Teaching Legal Research and Writing explaining her philosophy of teaching about artificial intelligence (AI) use in legal research. You can find her article in the cur more
Rep. Stansbury Demands Answers on Project Jupiter's Water Use as New Mexico Supreme Court Issues Emergency Orders
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Rep. Melanie Stansbury, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Stansbury Demands Answers on Project Jupiter's Water Use as New Mexico Supreme Court Issues Emergency Orders
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ALBUQUERQUE -Congresswoman Melanie Stansbury (NM-01) is requesting answers from New Mexico state officials regarding the water use, water rights, permitting, quality, and compact compliance associated with Project Jupiter, a 1,400-acre artificial intelligence data center campus more
RSM Announces Leadership Appointments Across Assurance and Key Industries
CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 24 [Category: BizConsulting] -- RSM U.S., an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release:
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RSM Announces Leadership Appointments Across Assurance and Key Industries
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Appointments support RSM's continued focus on industry expertise and client service
CHICAGO - (August 24, 2026) - RSM US LLP ("RSM") -the leading provider of consulting, tax and assurance for the middle market - today announced leadership appointments across its more
School of Architecture Fall 2026 Lecture Series
BROOKLYN, New York, Aug. 24 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news:
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School of Architecture Fall 2026 Lecture Series
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transformations
How do we navigate and shape the friction of a built environment in constant flux?
The built environment is never static, it exists in a constant state of shifting, adapting, eroding, all only to be reimagined anew. As we face unprecedented climati more
SLAC researchers develop AI-based tool to compress data without losing detail
MENLO PARK, California, Aug. 24 -- The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory issued the following news release:
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SLAC researchers develop AI-based tool to compress data without losing detail
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By Chris Patrick
Subscribe to SLAC Breaking News(external link)
#Key takeaways:
* The next generation of science experiments will produce vast amounts of data, challenging capacity for storage and analysis.
* SLAC researchers developed a new method that uses AI to compress data without erasi more
Syracuse University: AI Cybersecurity Work Nets Ph.D. Student 2 Awards From Amazon
SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 24 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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AI Cybersecurity Work Nets Ph.D. Student 2 Awards From Amazon
Shwetha Srikanta's AI systems help detect and stop sophisticated automated attacks, earning her top honors at Amazon's global intern recognition event.
Alex Dunbar
Shwetha Srikanta, a computer science Ph.D. student in the College of Engineering and Computer Science, won two top honors at Amazon's global intern recognition event for her work develo more
Todd Ferguson Joins LIMRA and LOMA as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
WINDSOR, Connecticut, Aug. 24 [Category: Financial Services] -- LIMRA posted the following news release:
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Todd Ferguson Joins LIMRA and LOMA as Chief Information Officer (CIO)
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WINDSOR, Conn., Aug. 24, 2026 - LIMRA and LOMA today announced that Todd Ferguson has joined the organization as Chief Information Officer (CIO). Reporting to Chief Administrative Officer, Kaye Hacker, Ferguson will be responsible for setting and executing the industry association's enterprise technology strateg more
Trinity Professor Decodes LeBron James' Philly Muslim Memes
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 24 -- Trinity University posted the following news:
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Trinity Professor Decodes LeBron James' Philly Muslim Memes
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Max Johnson Dugan explains the cultural context behind viral AI-generated images depicting LeBron James in Muslim clothing. Dugan connects the memes to Philadelphia's Black Muslim culture, showing how local humor, religious imagery, and the city's distinctive identity intersect.
Max Johnson Dugan, a visiting professor of Islam at Trinity University more
Two KSU students trade the Gold Dome for Capitol Hill
KENNESAW, Georgia, Aug. 24 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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Two KSU students trade the Gold Dome for Capitol Hill
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KENNESAW, Ga. | Aug 24, 2026
Six months ago, Jada Barronton and Saideep Chilukuri answered phones in House and Senate offices under the Gold Dome. Over the summer, they both helped track legislation and conduct policy research for U.S. congressional offices on Capitol Hill.
The two Kennesaw State University students, who received the unive more
UC San Diego to Test Innovative Power Technology for AI Data Centers
LA JOLLA, California, Aug. 24 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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UC San Diego to Test Innovative Power Technology for AI Data Centers
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Key Takeaways
* San Diego Supercomputer Center will test a new solid-state transformer that reduces energy waste, lowers costs and shrinks the footprint of power equipment without performance loss.
* The project is designed to help data centers support grid reliability while providing valuable data for util more
UD in the News Aug. 15-21
DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 24 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news:
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UD in the News Aug. 15-21
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Local media covered the excitement of the beginning of the school year. Faculty contributed expertise to The Conversation, The Washington Post, National Catholic Reporter and WalletHub.
Look at what UD students found when they moved into dorms; classes start Monday
Dayton Daily News
Eric F. Spina, president
Casey Gill, student development
Mia Harrison, student
Cecelia, Lo more
UNT faculty, students selected for Fulbright programs to advance global research, education
DENTON, Texas, Aug. 24 -- The University of North Texas posted the following news release:
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UNT faculty, students selected for Fulbright programs to advance global research, education
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DENTON (UNT), Texas -More than half a dozen University of North Texas faculty members and students are representing UNT abroad through research, teaching and academic collaborations. They will travel to three continents through the Fulbright U.S. Student and Scholar Programs through 2026 and spring of 20 more
USPOULTRY Seminar to Tackle Emerging Live Production, Welfare and Biosecurity Challenges
TUCKER, Georgia, Aug. 24 [Category: Agriculture] -- The U.S. Poultry and Egg Association (USPOULTRY) issued the following news release:
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USPOULTRY Seminar to Tackle Emerging Live Production, Welfare and Biosecurity Challenges
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The 2026 USPOULTRY Live Production, Welfare and Biosecurity Seminar will equip poultry professionals with practical tools and insights to address evolving challenges in live production, animal welfare and biosecurity. Scheduled for Sept. 23-24 in Nashville, Tenn. more
UTA research could improve autonomous vehicle systems
ARLINGTON, Texas, Aug. 24 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release:
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UTA research could improve autonomous vehicle systems
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A researcher at The University of Texas at Arlington is working to improve the reliability and efficiency of multi-agent systems in unpredictable real-world environments, research that could lead to better-performing autonomous vehicles.
Sihong He, assistant professor of computer science, is partnering with Yue Wang, assistant more
Yale Law School Welcomes New Students, Urges Them to Embrace New Ideas
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Aug. 24 -- Yale Law School posted the following news:
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Yale Law School Welcomes New Students, Urges Them to Embrace New Ideas
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New students arrived at Yale Law School ahead of the fall term last week, taking in a host of new experiences while being encouraged to keep their minds open to the unexpected.
Students in the L.L.M. program -for those who have received their first professional degree in law in their home countries -were the first to arrive on Monday. T more
Yes, Wisconsin Loves Its Technical Colleges. And for Good Reason
WAUSAU, Wisconsin, Aug. 24 -- Northcentral Technical College posted the following news:
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Yes, Wisconsin Loves Its Technical Colleges. And for Good Reason
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WAUSAU, Wis. (August 21, 2026) -A recent report questioned Wisconsin's continued investment in technical colleges. For the students, employers and communities served by Northcentral Technical College (NTC), the answer is simple: technical colleges deliver results.
Every day, NTC prepares the skilled workforce our region depends on, more
2026-27 academic year brings more than 90 new faculty members
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 23 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news:
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2026-27 academic year brings more than 90 new faculty members
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UT San Antonio is welcoming more than 90 new full-time faculty members across its academic colleges for the 2026-2027 academic year. The incoming group includes tenured, tenure-track and full-time fixed-term-track faculty recruited from leading institutions worldwide.
Of the incoming faculty, 65% earned their highest academic deg more
Dual enrollment gives high school students an early pathway to college
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Dual enrollment gives high school students an early pathway to college
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CENTER VALLEY, Pa. -For a group of Allentown School District students, summer break this year included something they might normally have expected to experience much later: taking college courses on a Penn State campus and earning credits toward a future degree.
Through the Pre-College Academy, a partnership between more
Brookhaven and Stony Brook Researchers Demonstrate 'Wireless' Capability for Quantum Network
UPTON, New York, Aug. 22 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Brookhaven National Laboratory issued the following joint news release on Aug. 21, 2026, with the State University of New York at Stony Brook University:
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Brookhaven and Stony Brook Researchers Demonstrate 'Wireless' Capability for Quantum Network
First-of-its-kind free-space optical link begins quantum entanglement experiments
Editor's note: The following press release is being jointly issued by the U.S. Department of Energy's B more
CrowdStrike's Fal.Con 2026 Unites Cybersecurity's Ecosystem to Secure the AI Revolution
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 21 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Aug. 20, 2026:
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CrowdStrike's Fal.Con 2026 Unites Cybersecurity's Ecosystem to Secure the AI Revolution
A record 150+ partner sponsors join forces with CrowdStrike to define the next era of security innovation
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced that Fal.Con 2026 will feature a record 150 more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
AI Chatbots as Companions - Overview, Uses & Considerations for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49189) on Aug. 14, 2026, entitled "AI Chatbots as Companions: Overview, Uses and Considerations for Congress" by science and technology policy analyst Dominique T. Greene-Sanders.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
A chatbot is an application or a program that simulates human conversation by generating responses to user prompts. Chatbots have existed for approximately 60 years. Technical advan more
AI Chatbots as Companions - Overview, Uses & Considerations for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49189) on Aug. 14, 2026, entitled "AI Chatbots as Companions - Overview, Uses and Considerations for Congress:"
(Continued fromPart 1 of 2)
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Selected Issues: AI Chatbot Use
As mentioned, much of what is known about AI chatbot interactions is from short-term studies or company disclosures. Some surveys indicate that the use of AI chatbots for companionship is becoming more prevalent,/71 more
Department of Homeland Security Appropriations - FY2026 Provisions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48705) on Aug. 14, 2026, entitled "Department of Homeland Security Appropriations - FY2026 Provisions" by homeland security and appropriations specialist William L. Painter.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Through appropriations legislation, Congress provides not only budget authority for federal agencies and departments to operate, but also legally binding direction on how that budget auth more
Ecuador in Brief - Overview & U.S. Relations Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49188) on Aug. 14, 2026, entitled "Ecuador in Brief - Overview and U.S. Relations" by foreign affairs analyst Joshua Klein.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Ecuador is an ethnically and geographically diverse country of 18.1 million people, encompassing parts of South America's Pacific coast, Amazon basin, and Andean highlands. Following a period of bilateral tensions under former President more
Finding Medicare Fee-for-Service Payment System Rules - Schedules & Resources Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46797) on Aug. 14, 2026, entitled "Finding Medicare Fee-for-Service Payment System Rules: Schedules and Resources" by senior research librarian Michele L. Malloy.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Medicare Fee-for-Service (FFS) program pays physicians, hospitals, and other health care facilities based on statutorily established payment systems, most of which are updated annually through r more
Six Imbalances Facing the U.S. Economy Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12732) by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte.
Here are excerpts:
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Six Imbalances Facing the U.S. Economy
The economy has been growing in line with its potential, and the unemployment rate has been relatively low since the recovery from the 2020 COVID pandemic. Nevertheless, the economy faces several imbalances that pose risks to economic expansion if their unwind more
African Growth & Opportunity Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49187) on Aug. 14, 2026, entitled "African Growth and Opportunity Act" by international trade and finance analyst Liana Wong.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) is a key pillar of U.S. trade policy with sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Congress enacted AGOA as part of the Trade and Development Act of 2000 (Title I of P.L. 106-200, as amended). AGOA is a n more
African Growth & Opportunity Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49187) on Aug. 14, 2026, entitled "African Growth and Opportunity Act:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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AGOA Trade Trends and Economic Impact/38
In 2025, the total value of U.S. imports that claimed duty-free treatment under AGOA was $5.04 billion, almost a 36% decrease from 2024. The top five AGOA beneficiaries were South Africa, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria, Kenya, and Mad more
Complete Streets - A Primer Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47947) on Aug. 11, 2026, entitled "Complete Streets: A Primer" by transportation policy analyst Jennifer J. Marshall.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Complete streets is a multimodal approach to roadway design and safety that considers all users of transportation infrastructure. A street is considered complete if it facilitates the safe movement of users of all ages, abilities, and transpor more
Export-Import Bank - Overview & Reauthorization Debate Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10017) by international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar.
Here are excerpts:
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Export-Import Bank: Overview and Reauthorization Debate
The Export-Import Bank of the United States (Ex-Im Bank, or the Bank) is a wholly owned government corporation and an export credit agency (ECA). It aims to support U.S. jobs by financing and facilitating U.S. goods and servi more
Section 301 and China: Mature-Node Semiconductors Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12958) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 301 and China: Mature-Node Semiconductors
Title III of the Trade Act of 1974 (Sections 301-310, 19 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.2411-2420, referred to as "Section 301") is one of the principal statutory means by which the United States enforces U.S. rights under trade agreements and addresses "unf more
Stablecoin Legislation - Overview of the GENIUS Act of 2025 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12553) by financial economics analyst Paul Tierno:
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Stablecoin Legislation: An Overview of the GENIUS Act of 2025 (P.L. 119-27)
On July 18, 2025, the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act) was signed into law as P.L. 119-27. An overview of key policy issues can be found here. The act establishes a regime to regulate U.S. payment s more
Analysis of a Potential Cyber Military Service Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13291) by Catherine A. Theohary, national security policy, cyber and information operations specialist and Andrew Feickert, military ground forces specialist:
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Analysis of a Potential Cyber Military Service
Introduction
Congress has long deliberated the idea of creating a separate cyber military service to match the cyberspace domain, tasking various organizations to stud more
Defense Infrastructure Funding in the 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12731) by defense infrastructure policy analyst Andrew Tilghman.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Infrastructure Funding in the 119th Congress
The combination of discretionary and mandatory funding appropriations enacted for fiscal year (FY) 2026 has increased Department of Defense (DOD) infrastructure budgets to their highest level in at least 20 years. The Trump Administratio more
Farm Bill Primer - Selected Animal Health Management & Disease Prevention Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13291) by Catherine A. Theohary, national security policy, cyber and information operations specialist and Andrew Feickert, military ground forces specialist:
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Farm Bill Primer: Selected Animal Health Management and Disease Prevention Provisions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) forecasts that animal agriculture will account for $274 billion of production by U.S. f more
Federal Disaster Assistance for Agriculture Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10565) by agricultural policy analyst Christine Whitt.
Here are excerpts:
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Federal Disaster Assistance for Agriculture
Several federal assistance programs are designed to address agricultural losses following a natural disaster through mechanisms including insurance, direct payments for loss, loans, and cost share to rehabilitate damaged lands. These programs are intended more
Government Shutdowns - Legal Causes in Brief Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13292) by legislative attorneys Sean Stiff and Matthew D. Trout:
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Government Shutdowns: Legal Causes in Brief
Congress typically funds the ongoing operations of federal programs in 12 regular appropriations bills. It annually drafts these bills to meet the funding needs of a fiscal year. Usually, Congress provides fixed-period appropriations, which remain available for obl more
Introduction to Tribal Forestry Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48934) on Aug. 11, 2026, entitled "Introduction to Tribal Forestry" by natural resources policy specialists Mariel J. Murray and Anne A. Riddle.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The United States and federally recognized Tribes ("Tribes") have a unique relationship that affects federal policies regarding forestry on tribal lands. In particular, the United States has a federal trust responsib more
New World Screwworm - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49124) on August 11, 2026, entitled "New World Screwworm: Background and Issues for Congress" by agricultural policy analysts Eleni G. Bickell and Christine Whitt.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The New World screwworm (NWS; Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a parasitic fly whose larvae infest warm-blooded animals, including livestock, wildlife, pets, birds, and humans. Female flies lay eggs in more
New World Screwworm - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49124) on August 11, 2026, entitled "New World Screwworm - Background and Issues for Congress:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Research and Technology Development
USDA research related to NWS involves multiple agencies and partners supporting both operational eradication programs and long-term preparedness.
APHIS conducts operational research and collaborates on surveillance, sterile f more
DOT & Transit-Oriented Development - Options for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13290) by transportation policy specialist William J. Mallett:
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Department of Transportation (DOT) and Transit-Oriented Development: Options for Congress
Recent policy debates in Congress on the relationship between public transit and land use have often involved the Department of Transportation's (DOT's) role in transit-oriented development (TOD). While there is no statut more
Occupational Safety and Health Administration Regulation of Employee Exposure to Heat Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN11701) by disability policy specialist Scott D. Szymendera.
Here are excerpts:
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Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Regulation of Employee Exposure to Heat
Employees who work outdoors, including those in industries such as construction and agriculture, may be exposed to extreme heat conditions. Similarly, certain indoor work locations - such as bakeries, w more
SBA's OIG & Its Relationship With Congress Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49123) on Aug. 10, 2026, entitled "SBA's Office of Inspector General and Its Relationship with Congress: In Brief" by R. Corinne Blackford small business and economic development policy analyst.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Offices of the Inspector General (OIGs) exist in more than 70 federal agencies, including all Cabinet departments and larger agencies, numerous boards and commissions more
U.S. Army & the Golden Dome Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13264).
The white paper is written by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert, defense policy analyst Hannah D. Dennis and Army fellow Robert Holcombe:
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The U.S. Army and the Golden Dome Program
What Is Golden Dome?
The Golden Dome for America (Golden Dome) - initially known as the Iron Dome for America - refers to an integrated homeland air and missile defense more
U.S.-China Tariff Actions Since 2018 - An Overview Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12990) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-China Tariff Actions Since 2018: An Overview
Since 2018, the U.S. government has imposed a series of tariffs on imports from the People's Republic of China (PRC, or China) with the stated intention of addressing U.S. concerns about PRC trade practices and foreign policies. Since 2025, t more
Changes to the Statutory Definition of Hemp & Implications for Agricultural Policy Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13136) by agricultural policy analyst Zachary T. Neuhofer:
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Changes to the Statutory Definition of Hemp and Implications for Agricultural Policy
The FY2026 Agriculture appropriations law (P.L. 119-37, Division B) amends the statutory definition of hemp in 7 U.S.C. Sec.1639o established by the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 farm bill; P.L. 115-334, Sec.10113). Th more
Medicare - Insolvency Projections Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RS20946) on Aug. 10, 2026, entitled "Medicare: Insolvency Projections" by health policy analyst Thomas P. Hackman.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Medicare, the federal health insurance program that pays for covered health services for enrolled beneficiaries, provided coverage to approximately 70.7 million beneficiaries in 2026 and incurred total expenditures of approximately $1.33 trillion, more
Reporter's Privilege & Government Employee Confidential Sources Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11471) by legislative attorney Dorothy C. Kafka:
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The Reporter's Privilege and Government Employee Confidential Sources
In the course of gathering news, journalists frequently rely on confidential sources. Prosecutors or parties in civil litigation may seek to compel reporters to reveal these confidential sources through subpoenas for testimony or documents. Reporter more
U.S.-China Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11284) by Asian trade and finance specialist Karen M. Sutter.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-China Trade Relations
The People's Republic of China (PRC or China) is the world's second-largest economy and has been a top U.S. trading partner since China joined the World Trade Organization (WTO) in 2001. China is a major export market for U.S. aircraft, agriculture, semiconductor e more
Universal Service Fund's E-Rate Program - Overview & Current Regulatory Activity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13289) by internet and telecommunications policy specialist Patricia Moloney Figliola:
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The Universal Service Fund's E-Rate Program: Overview and Current Regulatory Activity
Introduction
The Universal Service Fund (USF) was established under Section 254 of the Communications Act of 1934 (47 U.S.C. Sec.254), as amended by the Telecommunications Act of 1996 (P.L. 104-104). more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
AAEC Urges CMS to Consider Vendor Certification and Small Practice Exceptions in RPM and RTM Policy
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
AAEC Comment on CMS-1848-P: CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule
Re: Remote Patient Monitoring and Remote Therapeutic Monitoring Provisions
Submitted via regulations.gov
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 2124 more
Adeia Urges Public Disclosure of All Parties Behind Ex Parte Reexamination Requests
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
adeia.com | +1 408-473-2500 | 3025 Orchard Parkway San Jose, CA 95134
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August 20, 2026
Via Federal eRulemaking Portal (https://www.regulations.gov)
U.S. Department of Commerce
U.S. Patent and Trademark Office
37 CFR Part 1
Docket No. PTO-P-2025-0545
RIN 0651-AD94
Re:
Comments by Adeia Inc. in Support of the more
AIAA Praises FAA Certification Modernization Efforts to Enhance Safety and International Harmonization
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 2, 2026
U.S. Department of Transportation
1200 New Jersey Avenue SE,
West Building, 5th Floor (W58-213)
Washington, DC 20590-0001
To Whom It May Concern:
The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on the Federal Aviation Administration's Not more
Alaska Center Environmental Group Urges EPA to Maintain Public Participation Protections Against Deregulation of Minor Pollution Sources
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
TO:
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
FROM:
The Alaska Center
DATE:
August 20, 2026
RE:
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OAR-2025-1212
The Alaska Center is a nonprofit organization working to engage, empower, and elect Alaskans to stand up for our clean air and water, healthy communities, and a strong democracy. On b more
Allergy Specialist Urges CMS to Update Medicare Dose Definition and MUE Limits for Immunotherapy
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Sebastian Lighvani, MD
Allergy Experts
Founder and Medical Director
1535 Second Avenue
New York, NY 10075
Telephone: 212-517-3300
Fax: 212-517-3303
August 16, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
CMS On more
American Association of Nurse Anesthesiology: CMS Urged to Remove Physician Supervision Requirements for CRNAs to Address Anesthesia Access Crisis
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 19, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS)
7500 Security Blvd
Baltimore, MD 21244
Submitted electronically at https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/CMS-2026-2344-0002
Administrator Oz:
On behalf of the more than 69,000 members of the American Association of more
Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine: Healthcare Industry Voices Concerns Over CMS Proposal to Reimburse Software-Based Medical Analyses
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 20, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
Attention: CMS-1850-P
Dear Sir/Madam:
The Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM) appreciates the opportunity to comment on the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services' (CMS) July more
Association of American Cancer Institutes Warn CMS Payment Cuts Threaten Access to Complex Oncology Care
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 20, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Blvd.
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and
Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems (CMS-1850-P, RIN 0938-AV83)
more
Boston Women's Workforce Council Opposes Rescission of EEO Reporting Requirements to Preserve Data for Wage Gap Reduction
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment in Opposition to the Proposed Rescission of EEO-1 through EEO-6 Reporting Requirements
Submitted by The Boston Women's Workforce Council
Re: Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, "Removal of Reporting Requirements," Docket RIN 3046-AB37, published July 23, 2026
The Boston Women's Workforce Council (BWWC) writes to op more
Brooks Rehabilitation Urges CMS to Streamline Off-Campus Department Regulations and Protect Medicare Payments
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Managed Care Dept 3599 University Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32216 www.brooksrehab.org
Managed Care Dept 3599 University Blvd S, Jacksonville, FL 32216 www.brooksrehab.org
August 20, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D., MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
At more
California Leafy Greens Research Board Urges EPA to Conduct Detailed Pesticide and Crop Assessments Before Revoking Neonicotinoid Tolerances
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Operating Under the Authority of the California Department of Food and Agriculture
1140 Abbott St., Ste C, Salinas, CA 93901
Tel: 831.424.3782
www.calgreens.org
September 20, 2026
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
EPA Docket Center
Docket ID No. EPA-HQ-OGC-2026-6172
RE: Proposed Settlement Agreement Regardin more
Carolina Asthma & Allergy Center Urges CMS to Update Dose Definition and MUE Limits to Improve Medicare Patient Access
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 11, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
CMS Online submission link
Re: CMS-1848-P-CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule; CPT Code 95165
Dear Administrator Oz:
I am a practicing aller more
Cheyenne Obstetrics and Gynecology Independent Wyoming OB/GYN Practice Urges CMS to Adopt Revised Maternity Care Codes and Avoid Medicare-Specific G-Codes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Cheyenne Obstetrics and Gynecology
. 2301 House Avenue, Suite 400, Cheyenne, WY 82001
Phone 307-634-5216 . Fax 307-638-6675 .
cheyenneobgyn.com
August 12, 2026
Department of Health and Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: C more
Colorado Children's Campaign Urges Treasury To Maximize Student Access And Accountability In Section 25F Scholarship Regulations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
ColoradoKids.org
303.839.1580
1700 Broadway, Ste 840
Denver, CO 80290
August 20, 2026
Submitted electronically via Regulations.gov
Internal Revenue Service and U.S. Department of the Treasury
Re: Notice 2025-70; Docket IRS-2025-0466; Section 25F Federal Scholarship Tax Credit
To Whom It May Concern:
For mo more
Consumer Energy Alliance Supports NRC NEPA Modernization to Accelerate Energy Projects
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 21, 2026
Michelle Rome
Office of Nuclear Material Safety and Safeguards
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC, 20555-0001
Re: NRC-2025-0478
To whom it may concern:
On behalf of Consumer Energy Alliance (CEA) and our membership, we are writing in support of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission's more
Cookeville Regional Medical Center: CMS Faces Criticism Over Proposed Cuts to 340B Drug Reimbursements Threatening Rural Safety-Net Hospitals
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health & Human Services
RE: CMS-1850-P: Medicare Program: Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems
Dear Administrator Oz:
We write to you on behalf of Cookeville Regional Med more
Dow Supports NRC Radiation Protection Modernization and Risk-Informed Approach
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
General Business
August 18, 2026
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission
Washington, DC 20555-0001
Re: Reforming and Modernizing the NRC's Radiation Protection Framework; Docket ID NRC-2025-1140; RIN 3150-AL47
To Whom It May Concern:
Thank you for the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's propo more
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: CMS-1848-P - Proposed requirement that RPM/RTM services be furnished only by clinical staff employed by the billing practice
Dear Administrator:
I am a Certified Pharmacy Technician and Operations Manager at Eastern Shore Pharmacy, an independent community pharmacy in Fairhope, Alabama. I am writing to oppose the prop more
ENT & Allergy Associates of Texas Urges CMS to Update Medicare Dose Definition and Increase MUE Limits to Improve Immunotherapy Reimbursement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Nerissa D'Silva, MD
ENT & Allergy Associates of Texas
16545 Southwest Fwy Suite 100
Sugar Land, TX 77479
ndsilva@entandallergy.com
281-649-7200
August 13, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: CMS-18 more
Environmental Defense Fund Calls for Extension of Comment Period on Pipeline Safety Standards Following Delay in Meeting Record Release
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
555 12th St. NW, Suite 400 Washington, DC 20004 EDF.org
202-387-3500
Finding the ways that work
August 14, 2026
SUBMITTED ELECTRONICALLY
The Honorable Paul J. Roberti, Administrator U.S. Department of Transportation, Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration 1200 New Jersey Avenue SE Washington, D.C. 20590 more
Epiphany Dermatology Certified Medical Assistant Says Community Dermatology Care Access at Risk Due to Medicare Payment Cuts
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Dear To whom it may concern,
As your constituent, I am writing to respectfully request your assistance in protecting Medicare beneficiaries' access to timely, high-quality dermatologic care in our community.
I work as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) in a dermatology practice that cares for Medicare patients every da more
Epiphany Dermatology Healthcare Provider Urges CMS to Reconsider Modifier 25 Reimbursement Changes to Ensure Timely Dermatologic Care
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
CMS Public Comment
To the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS):
My name is Brittney Duffey, and I serve a Clinical Laboratory Liaison at Epiphany Dermatology in Waco, Tx. I have worked at Epiphany Dermatology for 7 years, and I work with Medicare patients every day as part of a team dedicated to providing high-q more
Family Allergy & Asthma: Allergy Immunotherapy Dose Definition and MUE Policy Urged for Update
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Douglas R. Lotz MD, FACAAI
Family Allergy & Asthma
9800 Shelbyville Rd, Suite 220
Louisville, KY 40223
dlotz@familyallergy.com
(502)429-8585
August 7, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: CMS-1848-P- more
HPV Cancers Alliance Urges FDA to Approve Galleri Multi-Cancer Early Detection Test to Improve HPV-Related Cancer Outcomes
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Dockets Management Sta7 (HFA-305)
5630 Fishers Lane, Room 1061
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: [FDA-2026-N-8004] Molecular and Clinical Genetics Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Comments - GRAIL, Inc. Galleri
more
Intellectual Property Owners Association Urges USPTO to Narrow Proposed Real-Party-In-Interest Disclosure Rules for Ex Parte Reexaminations
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
August 21, 2026
The Honorable John A. Squires
Under Secretary of Commerce for Intellectual Property and Director
United States Patent and Trademark Office
600 Dulany Street
Alexandria, VA 22314
Submitted via:
https://www.regulations.gov
Re: Proposed Real-Party-in-Interest Disclosure Requirements for Ex Parte Reexa more
Laura Crandall Brown Foundation Urges FDA to Approve Galleri MultiCancer Early Detection Test to Improve Ovarian Cancer Screening
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305)
5630 Fishers Lane, Room 1061
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: [FDA-2026-N-8004] Molecular and Clinical Genetics Panel of the Medical Devices Advisory Committee; Notice of Meeting; Establishment of a Public Docket; Request for Comments-GRAIL, Inc. Galleri
more
Little Bean Speech PLLC Urges CMS to Reject Broad Pediatric Speech-Language Pathology Code and Support Time-Based CPT Coding
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: CMS-1848-P - CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule; Proposed HCPCS Code GSLPP for Pediatric Speech-Language Pathology Services
Dear Administrator and CMS Staff:
On behalf of Little Bean Speech, PLLC, we appreciate the opportunity to comment on the Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule prop more
Mobia Medical: CMS Faces Calls to Maintain and Enhance Neurostimulator Payment Policies for 2028
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1 of 5 August 20, 2026
Mr. David Rice Director, Division of Outpatient Care Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services Attention: CMS-1850-P P.O. Box 8010 Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
RE: CMS-1850-P, CY 2027 OPPS Proposed Rule: CPT Code 64568 Rate Setting and Request for a Level 6 Neurost more
Native American Community Clinic Healthcare Professionals Urge CMS to Remove Supervision Requirement for Licensed Nurse Coaches in Medicare Reimbursement
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Individual Comment Template
For Nurse Coaches submitting a personal comment to CMS on CPT codes 0591T, 0592T, and 0593T
Due September 14, 2026, 11:59 p.m. ET . Submit at www.regulations.gov/docket/CMS-2026-2377 . File code CMS-1848-P
Why your individual comment matters. CMS reads and tallies individual comments separatel more
Orthopaedic Institute of Ohio: CMS Proposal for 2027 Payment Policy Changes Sparks Concerns Over Impact on Orthopedic Surgical Care
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov (Docket No. CMS-2026-2377)
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician more
RenewRx PC: Healthcare Providers Urge CMS to Reconsider Remote Monitoring Payment Policies to Protect Maternal Care
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Kari Cao, MHS, PA-C, NFC
Founder and CEO, RenewRx PC
7126 E. Archer Place, Denver, CO 80230
kari@renewrx.health | 303-999-6712
August 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
Submitted electronically via regulations.gov
Re: Medicare and Medicaid more
SolvingHealth: Healthcare Innovators Advocate for Verifiable Algorithmic Service Payments and Site-Neutral Policies
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Re: CMS-1850-P - Medicare Hospital Outpatient Prospective Payment and Ambulatory Surgical Center Payment Systems for CY 2027; Software as a Medical Service (section X.B); Payment Status Indicators (section XI); Advance Care Planning eCQM RFI
Submitted by: Blaine Warkentine, MD - Founder, SolvingHealth (Boulder, Colorado). more
Town of Cary, North Carolina, Urges Removal of Water Reclamation Facility From Federal Deauthorization List
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
919.469.4000 | carync.gov | PO Box 8005 Cary, NC 27512 August 19, 2026
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers ATTN: Sharon Sartor 441 G St., NW Washington, DC 20314
Re: Federal Register Docket ID No. COE-2026-0034
Proposed List for Deauthorization
Cary, Wake County, NC, Water Reclamation Facility in Wake County
Section 219(f)(19 more
Virginia Center for Allergy and Asthma Urges CMS to Update Medicare Policy on Allergy Serum Dosing and Usage Caps
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Robert Sikora MD FAAAAI, FACAAI
The Virginia Center for Allergy and Asthma
2296 Opitz Blvd. Suite 401
Woodbridge, VA 22191
August 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
CMS Online submission link
Re more
Wound Care Collaborative Community: FDA Guidance Update Sought to Address Scientific Gaps in Chronic Wound Product Development
WASHINGTON, Aug. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
WCCC Comment Submission to FDA on the 2006 Guidance for Industry: Chronic Cutaneous Ulcer and Burn Wounds - Developing Products for Treatment
Submitted electronically via www.regulations.gov
Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305)
Food and Drug Administration
5630 Fishers Lane, Room 1061
Rockville, MD 20852
Re: Reque more
Tipoffs: Iran
10 Weeks Out - Democrats' "Growing Momentum" Stretches "Toss-Up" Battle for Senate Control "Deep Into Trump Country"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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TEN WEEKS OUT: Democrats' "Growing Momentum" Stretches "Toss-Up" Battle for Senate Control "Deep into Trump Country"
Axios: "At the start of the cycle, Cook Political Report called Democrats' path to a Senate majority 'herculean.' Last week, it declared the battle for the Senate a toss-up"
NBC News' Ryan Nobles: "The results in Alaska during this last primary were as more
American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Currency Crashes Ahead of Bessent "Economic D-Day"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary by Director of Media Logan Sekulow:
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Currency Crashes Ahead of Bessent "Economic D-Day"
Iran's currency has dropped to a record low against the U.S. dollar as the Trump Administration prepares to unveil what Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is calling an "economic D-Day" aimed at tightening financial pressure on Tehran.
President Trump says Iran is "collapsing," while divisions appear to be gr more
Binghamton University: Book Offers a Scientific Look at Global Human Rights - Maybe the Last of Its Kind
BINGHAMTON, New York, Aug. 25 -- Binghamton University issued the following news:
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New book offers a scientific look at global human rights -- maybe the last of its kind
Binghamton University and University of Rhode Island researchers collaborate on 'Science and the Study of Human Rights'
By Jennifer Micale
When it comes to human rights, it probably won't surprise you that Scandinavian countries perform well by statistical measures, along with Canada and Australia. But did you know tha more
DNC: As Back-to-School Season Kicks Off - Trump Has Made School Supplies Unaffordable for Families and Teachers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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As Back-to-School Season Kicks Off: Trump Has Made School Supplies Unaffordable for Families and Teachers
One-third of parents say they can't afford back-to-school supplies this year, and nearly half say they will cut back on everyday essentials like groceries to make ends meet
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As millions of kids and families kick off the new school year, working families are feeling squeezed because basic s more
Joint Economic Committee Ranking Member Hassan: Trump Gains $15.5 Million From Oil & Gas Stocks After His Iran War Gives Big Oil Sky-High Profits
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 (TNSrpt) -- Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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Trump Gains $15.5 Million From Oil & Gas Stocks After His Iran War Gives Big Oil Sky-High Profits
President Trump and Big Oil Profit Off the Iran War as Americans Pay $71.5 Billion More for Gas
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The U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee - Minority released a new analysis today which finds that, at the end of 2025, Pr more
Mich. Democratic Party: Report - Mike Rogers Supports Trump's Reckless Tariffs And Healthcare Cuts As Costs Spike for Michiganders
LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 25 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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REPORT: Mike Rogers Supports Trump's Reckless Tariffs And Healthcare Cuts As Costs Spike for Michiganders
New reporting from Michigan Independent highlights how Mike Rogers' agenda spikes costs: from his support for Trump's reckless tariffs that have "raised the cost of everyday goods and soured America's relationships with its trading partners," to his repeated votes to repeal the Affordable more
Murray, Coons Call for Immediate Independent Investigation of Extended Deployments & Unacceptable Quality of Life Issues on Aircraft Carriers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following news release on Aug. 24, 2026:
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As USS Lincoln Heads Home--Murray, Coons Call for Immediate Independent Investigation of Extended Deployments & Unacceptable Quality of Life Issues on Aircraft Carriers
Lawmakers seek answers on glaring quality of life and operational issues aboard not only the USS Lincoln--but the USS Ford and USS Benfold, which recently suffered more
Remarks From Secretary of the Treasury Scott Bessent on Operation Economic Outcast Against Iran
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following remarks on Aug. 24, 2026, by Secretary Bessent on Operation Economic Outcast against Iran:
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As prepared for delivery.
Good afternoon.
Today, at President Trump's direction, the United States Treasury has begun Operation Economic Outcast - an unprecedented campaign against the Islamic Republic of Iran and its enablers.
In the Second World War, D-Day marked the historic beginning of a campaign with our allie more
Secretary of State Rubio Issues Statement on Rescission of Syria Designation as State Sponsor of Terrorism
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on Aug. 24, 2026, by Secretary Marco Rubio on the rescission of Syria's designation as a state sponsor of terrorism:
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Rescission of Syria's Designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism
Today, I authorized the formal rescission of Syria's designation as a State Sponsor of Terrorism (SST), following the conclusion of the mandatory 45-day Congressional notification period. I have also delisted Hay'at Tahrir al-Sh more
State Dept. Fact Sheet: U.S. Implements Operation Economic Outcast With Sanctions Targeting Iran's Military Activities and Procurements
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet on Aug. 24, 2026:
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United States Implements Operation Economic Outcast with Sanctions Targeting Iran's Military Activities and Procurements, and Petroleum and Petrochemical Product Traders
Today, the Department of State is sanctioning numerous entities, individuals, and vessels to further expose individuals and entities that enabled strikes against U.S. forces and allies and to restrict the revenue that the more
State Dept. Issues Readout of Secretary Rubio Call With German Foreign Minister Wadephul
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following readout by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott on Secretary Marco Rubio's call with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke today with German Foreign Minister Johann Wadephul.
They discussed the importance of a lasting and durable peace between Russia and Ukraine.
They also reiterated the shared U.S.-German commitment to freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz and en more
State Dept.: U.S. Implements Operation Economic Outcast Sanctioning Iran's Military Activities, Cyber Threats, Illicit Oil Trade
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on Aug. 24, 2026, by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
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U.S. Implements Operation Economic Outcast Sanctioning Iran's Military Activities, Cyber Threats, and Illicit Oil Trade
Today, the United States took sweeping action against multiple entities, individuals, and vessels enabling the Iranian regime's destabilizing activities. Such activities include attacks against U.S. forces and allies in the re more
Virginia Tech: Why Water Security is the Next Frontier of Cyber Warfare, According to Expert
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 25 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Why water security is the next frontier of cyber warfare, according to expert
In modern warfare and national defense, physical conflicts are increasingly preceded by silent cyberattacks on vital resource networks. Most recently, cyber intrusions struck water and wastewater utilities across at least seven U.S. states, prompting federal investigations into potential Iranian involvement amidst heightened U.S.-Iran te more
White House: Operation Economic Outcast - Total Isolation of the Iranian Regime
WASHINGTON, Aug. 25 -- The White House issued the following news on Aug. 24, 2026:
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Operation Economic Outcast: Total Isolation of the Iranian Regime
Today, the Trump Administration unleashed Operation Economic Outcast, an unprecedented campaign to sever every remaining economic lifeline sustaining the Islamic Republic of Iran. After President Trump and the overwhelming might of the U.S. military dismantled Iran's military capabilities and crippled its nuclear program, America is enteri more
As USS Lincoln Heads Home--Murray, Coons Call for Immediate Independent Investigation of Extended Deployments & Unacceptable Quality of Life Issues on Aircraft Carriers
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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As USS Lincoln Heads Home--Murray, Coons Call for Immediate Independent Investigation of Extended Deployments & Unacceptable Quality of Life Issues on Aircraft Carriers
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Lawmakers seek answers on glaring quality of life and operational issues aboard not only the USS Lincoln-but the USS Ford and USS Benfold, which recently suffered a dayslong power outage
Washington, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senators P more
Commentary: If the UK economy is growing, why don't people feel better off?
GUILFORD, England, Aug. 24 -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release:
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Commentary: If the UK economy is growing, why don't people feel better off?
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With news that the UK economy grew 0.4% in the second quarter of the year (2026), we asked our economics expert Dr Alistair Macaulay a simple question - why do people not feel better off?
Dr Alistair Macaulay
"In the first half of this year, consumer sentiment and economic growth came apart.
"Real GDP per capita, whic more
CORREA RELEASES REPORT ON THE TRUMP COST-OF-LIVING CRISIS
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-California, issued the following news release:
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CORREA RELEASES REPORT ON THE TRUMP COST-OF-LIVING CRISIS
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#New data shows tariffs, the Iran war, and the "Big Beautiful Bill" are driving up costs for families
Santa Ana, CA -U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released a report titled The Trump Cost-of-Living Crisis in CA-46: How the Administration Is Making Life More Unaffordable, detailing how President Trump's tariff taxes, his war wi more
Duckworth, SASC Democrats Call on Chairman Wicker to Hold a Hearing on the Trump Administration's Worsening Strain on Troops from Extended War in Iran
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Duckworth, SASC Democrats Call on Chairman Wicker to Hold a Hearing on the Trump Administration's Worsening Strain on Troops from Extended War in Iran
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The Senators' letter comes after a series of reports detailing servicemembers on ships like USS Lincoln and bases abroad enduring dwindling supplies and deteriorating conditions on extended deployments with no end in sight
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - more
Gillibrand Statement On Trump's Stupid, Price-Increasing Canadian Tariffs
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand Statement On Trump's Stupid, Price-Increasing Canadian Tariffs
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Trump's Tariffs Will Only Increase Prices and Hurt New York Consumers and Small Businesses
New York and Canada Are Major Trading Partners
Today, after President Trump and his administration launched their latest cost-increasing trade war with Canada, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement:
more
Kelly, SASC Democrats Call on Chairman Wicker to Hold a Hearing on the Trump Administration's Worsening Strain on Troops from Extended War in Iran
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Kelly, SASC Democrats Call on Chairman Wicker to Hold a Hearing on the Trump Administration's Worsening Strain on Troops from Extended War in Iran
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The senators' letter comes after a series of reports detailing servicemembers on ships like USS Lincoln and bases abroad enduring dwindling supplies and deteriorating conditions on extended deployments with no end in sight
Today, U.S. Senator Mark Kelly more
Mines economists and policy experts lead global conversation on critical minerals markets and national security
GOLDEN, Colorado, Aug. 24 -- Colorado School of Mines posted the following news:
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Mines economists and policy experts lead global conversation on critical minerals markets and national security
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By Jenn Fields, Special to Mines Newsroom
The conversation around the critical minerals supply chain begins with demand. Economists and policy experts are essential for understanding the markets and geopolitical forces that drive critical minerals supply chains-and which levers can make or bre more
Peters, Slotkin Press Armed Services Republicans for Oversight on Troops Serving Extended Deployments in Iran
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Peters, Slotkin Press Armed Services Republicans for Oversight on Troops Serving Extended Deployments in Iran
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SASC Democrats hold Administration accountable for the conditions it has allowed to develop that have left troops stranded indefinitely
WASHINGTON D.C. -U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI) and Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), alongside U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) and fellow Senate Armed Ser more
Representative Derek Tran Raises Alarm on the Cost of the Iran War for American Families
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Rep. Derek Tran, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Representative Derek Tran Raises Alarm on the Cost of the Iran War for American Families
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U.S. Representative Derek Tran (CA-45) led a letter with his National Security Task Force co-chairs Representatives Jason Crow (CO-06) and Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) to President Trump and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth demanding a full public accounting of the economic costs of the war with Iran as prices more
Senator Marshall: American Ranchers Need Certainty to Rebuild the Cattle Herd
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: American Ranchers Need Certainty to Rebuild the Cattle Herd
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Senator Marshall Joins KCMO Radio, Mundo in the Morning
Great Bend - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined KCMO Radio's Pete Mundoto discuss the state of America's cattle industry and what he's hearing directly from Kansas farmers and ranchers during his 120 Stops to Strengthen Rural Kansas Tour. Senator more
September Highlights on TNT, TBS & truTV
NEW YORK, Aug. 24 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release:
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September Highlights on TNT, TBS & truTV
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Tuesday, September 1
* MLB on TBS
* Milwaukee vs Cubs - 7:30PM
Wednesday, September 2
* AEW Dynamite on TBS - 8PM
Thursday, September 3
* Impractical Jokers Season Finale on TBS - 10PM
* The Jokers are back pretending to be overnight watchmen who don't know when to call it quits before rallyi more
VoteVets Action Fund Launches Digital Billboard Campaign Nationwide Targeting Veterans and Military Families
PORTLAND, Oregon, Aug. 24 [Category: Political] -- VoteVets posted the following news release:
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VoteVets Action Fund Launches Digital Billboard Campaign Nationwide Targeting Veterans and Military Families
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#Digital Billboard campaign part of larger effort to educate veterans and military families on the cost of the Iran war
Washington, DC. - Today, VoteVets Action Fund launched nearly 1K digital billboards across the country as part of the next phase of our nearly $5 million Iran acco more
Whip Clark on MS NOW: "Democrats Are Fighting for an Affordable America"
WASHINGTON, Aug. 24 -- Rep. Katherine Clark, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Whip Clark on MS NOW: "Democrats Are Fighting for an Affordable America"
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MALDEN, MA -Today, Democratic Whip Katherine Clark (MA-5) appeared on MS NOW's On the Line with Alicia Menendez to discuss House Democrats' agenda: lowering costs, protecting healthcare, and holding the crooks accountable. Below are excerpts of the conversation.
On Trump's Reckless War in Iran:
"It is Americans who more
