WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, May 4 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news:
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Engineering, Inc. Features Bill Ashworth on AI
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President Bill Ashworth recently highlighted how VHB is leveraging AI to drive innovation and enhance the experience we provide to our clients and communities in an Engineering, Inc. commentary.
In this op-ed, Bill more
Alianza Americas: On International Workers' Day, the Fight for Workers' Rights Remains a Priority in Societies Confronting Increasing Inequities.
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 2 -- Alianza Americas, a transnational advocacy network of Latin American migrant-led organizations, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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On International Workers' Day, the fight for workers' rights remains a priority in societies confronting increasing inequities.
Alianza Americas supports its members at events and marches across the country.
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On International Workers' Day, Alianza Americas--a network of more than 55 organizations led by immigrant more
Avangrid's Inaugural Prompt-A-Thon Advances People Centric AI Literacy for Early Career Professionals
ORANGE, Connecticut, May 2 -- Avangrid, an energy company, issued the following news release:
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Avangrid's Inaugural Prompt-a-thon Advances People Centric AI Literacy for Early Career Professionals
Avangrid's first of its kind event empowers the next generation of energy leaders to utilize artificial intelligence for solving business challenges
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Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola Group, announced the successful execution of its inaugural Prompt a thon, more
Census Bureau Issues Tip Sheet No. 9 - May 1, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following tip sheet on May 1, 2026:
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Upcoming
Online Product Calendar
The U.S. Census Bureau provides anticipated release dates for its regular and recurring statistical products through its online product calendar. This calendar is regularly updated to reflect the most current information.
Data.census.gov Users Needed for Survey
The U.S. Census Bureau's Center for Enterprise Dissemination Services and Consumer Innovation is looki more
Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour With Visit to Orange County Community College
ALBANY, New York, May 2 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release:
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Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to Orange County Community College
Governor Hochul's SUNY Reconnect Program Provides Free Community College Tuition, Fees, Books, and Supplies for Eligible Adult Learners in High-Demand Fields
Visit Highlights SUNY Orange's Cybersecurity and Dental Hygiene Programs
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Middletown, NY -- State University of New York Chancellor John B. Ki more
Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour With Visit to Sullivan County Community College
ALBANY, New York, May 2 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release:
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Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to Sullivan County Community College
Governor Hochul's SUNY Reconnect Program Provides Free Community College Tuition, Fees, Books, and Supplies for Eligible Adult Learners in High-Demand Fields
Visit Highlights SUNY Sullivan's Respiratory Care Program
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Loch Sheldrake, NY -- State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. to more
FiscalNote to Report First Quarter Financial Results & Host Conference Call on May 7, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 2 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- FiscalNote, a technology company, posted the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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FiscalNote to Report First Quarter Financial Results & Host Conference Call on May 7, 2026
FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (OTCID: NOTE), the leading provider of AI-driven policy and regulatory intelligence solutions, today announced it will report financial results for the First Quarter 2026 ended March 31, 2026 on Thursday, May 7, 2026 immediately follo more
Grassley, Banks Press American AI Companies on Chinese Espionage Safeguards
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Grassley, Banks Press American AI Companies on Chinese Espionage Safeguards
BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and U.S. Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) wrote to nine artificial intelligence (AI) companies regarding the People's Republic of China's (PRC) targeting of American AI technologies, which more
Hamm Institute for American Energy at OSU Announces Leadership Transition
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, May 2 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news:
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Hamm Institute for American Energy at OSU announces leadership transition
Dr. Ann Bluntzer Pullin to join Advisory Board and serve as Special Advisor to Harold Hamm
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Today, the Hamm Institute for American Energy at Oklahoma State University announced that Ann Bluntzer Pullin, PhD, will transition from her role as Executive Director of the institute into the role of Special Advisor to Harold Hamm an more
Industry Leaders Reflect on the Next Era of Aviation Safety at the 2026 SMS Industry Forum
FORT WORTH, Texas, May 2 -- American Airlines posted the following news:
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Industry leaders reflect on the next era of aviation safety at the 2026 SMS Industry Forum
Collaboration, transparency and evolving technology took center stage on the final day of the 2026 Safety Management System (SMS) Industry Forum.
The day opened with a panel discussion featuring Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Deputy Administrator Chris Rocheleau, American's Chief Operating Officer David Seymour, Presi more
LC State Student Team Wins International Case Study Competition
LEWISTON, Idaho, May 2 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release:
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LC State student team wins international case study competition
A team of three students from Lewis-Clark State College claimed first place at the CapSource Case Competition in April.
The team included William "Cy" Wareham, a senior studying business administration and computer science; Jessica Riggs, a sophomore studying in computational biology; and Damaris Schwartz, a sophomore studying business i more
Maricopa Community Colleges Celebrates Over 18,000 Degrees and Certificates During Commencement Season
TEMPE, Arizona, May 2 -- Maricopa Community Colleges issued the following news release:
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Maricopa Community Colleges Celebrates Over 18,000 Degrees and Certificates During Commencement Season
This May, Maricopa Community Colleges is preparing to confer more than 18,400 degrees and certificates across its 10 colleges, including approximately 350 bachelor's degrees, from eight programs.
"The commencement season is filled with joy and excitement, as we celebrate the culmination of our stud more
Nine Key Moments: Hearing With Health System CEOs
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Nine Key Moments: Hearing with Health System CEOs
CEOs representing some of the nation's largest health systems, including the largest for-profit and tax-exempt hospital systems in the country, appeared at a Ways and Means Committee hearing during which they were unable to justify their corporate manipulation of legal loopholes and taxpayer more
No Labels Chief Strategist Clancy Warns of "Nightmare" Debt Crisis as National Debt Hits $39 Trillion
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary on May 1, 2026, by chief strategist Ryan Clancy:
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Nightmare
Titans of finance are joining No Labels in warning about our unsustainable national debt. The question is whether Washington is paying attention.
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This week, Fortune ran a feature on the No Labels booklet Nightmare on Main Street, our oral history of an American debt crisis told from the van more
NOAA: Future of the Catch - Modernization of Recreational Red Snapper Data Collection
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news:
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Future of the Catch: the Modernization of Recreational Red Snapper Data Collection
NOAA Fisheries and partners are using innovative methods to modernize Gulf of America recreational red snapper data collection. These projects are working to deliver faster, more efficient science.
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Red snapper is a cultural and economic cornerstone for coastal communities in more
SENATOR MCCORMICK INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS FEDERAL PERMITTING CHOKEPOINTS
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Dave McCormick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on April 30, 2026:
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SENATOR MCCORMICK INTRODUCES LEGISLATION TO ADDRESS FEDERAL PERMITTING CHOKEPOINTS
Bill targets four key chokepoints slowing infrastructure projects, driving up costs, and blocking American energy from reaching global markets
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U.S. Senator Dave McCormick (R-PA) today introduced the Unlock American Energy and Jobs Act, legislation designed to streamline the federal permitting more
Shaheen, Coons, Ricketts, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Highlighting Chinese Threat to America's Strategic Interests
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Shaheen, Coons, Ricketts, Colleagues Introduce Bipartisan Resolution Highlighting Chinese Threat to America's Strategic Interests
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Coons (D-DE) and Pete Ricketts (R-NE) led a resolution affirming bipartisan concern ov more
Software Engineering Center at VCU Will Train Engineers to Build Robust Applications
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 2 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news:
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Software Engineering Center at VCU will train engineers to build robust applications
With more than $3.5 million in NSF support, the center is developing software and AI solutions for critical industries, like healthcare.
By David Pulgar, VCU College of Engineering
The Virginia Commonwealth University College of Engineering recently launched the Software Engineering Center to teach the next genera more
SUNY University at Albany: Celebrating Student Research and Creativity at Showcase 2026
ALBANY, New York, May 2 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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Celebrating Student Research and Creativity at Showcase 2026
By Mike Nolan
The University at Albany hosted its fourth annual Showcase on Thursday, a day-long event celebrating the academic excellence of students across campus.
Showcase 2026 featured poster displays, presentations, demonstrations, recitals, art exhibitions and performances across STEM, the arts and humanities, social sciences, and the profe more
Treasury Hosts Liberty University Summit on AI, Energy, and Emerging Technologies
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Treasury Hosts Liberty University Summit on AI, Energy, and Emerging Technologies
On April 27, the U.S. Department of the Treasury hosted Liberty University students and faculty for a Summit on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Energy, and Emerging Technologies. Held during Financial Literacy Month, the event brought together students, government leaders, and industry experts to explor more
Treasury Secretary Bessent Issues Remarks Before Export-Import Bank Annual Conference
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following remarks on April 30, 2026, by Secretary Scott Bessent before the Export-Import Bank Annual Conference:
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Good afternoon, and thank you for having me here today. I am grateful to Chairman John Jovanovic for the invitation, and to the entire team at the Export-Import Bank for your important work on behalf of the American people and American businesses.
Economic security is national security, and thanks to Presiden more
Two WestConn Students Earn Recognition for News Reporting at NATAS Boston/New England Conference
DANBURY, Connecticut, May 2 -- Western Connecticut State University issued the following news release:
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Two WestConn students earn recognition for news reporting at NATAS Boston/New England conference
Two Western Connecticut State University students took home coveted awards in the highly competitive National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences (NATAS)/New England Collegiate Student Production Awards held recently in Boston, Massachusetts. The awards are open to colleges and universiti more
UNC Charlotte Junior Earns Prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, May 2 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus issued the following news release:
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UNC Charlotte junior earns prestigious Goldwater Scholarship
UNC Charlotte junior Arnav Sareen has been named the University's fifth-ever recipient of the Barry Goldwater Scholarship -- one of the nation's most prestigious awards for undergraduate researchers.
"Research is more than just a lofty endeavor reserved for graduate students and professors," he said. "It is more
USTR Report Identifies Global Intellectual Property Protection Gaps
WASHINGTON, May 2 (TNSLrpt) -- 2026 Special 301 Report - A report from Office of the U.S. Trade Representative - April 2026 (102 pages)
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The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative issued a report analyzing the global state of intellectual property protection and enforcement across more than 100 trading partners. The report evaluates legal frameworks, market access conditions, and enforcement practices affecting U.S. rights holders, aiming to identify countries with significant deficienci more
Want to Major in Artificial Intelligence? CNU Now Offers It
NEWPORT NEWS, Virginia, May 2 -- Christopher Newport University issued the following news:
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Want to Major in Artificial Intelligence? CNU Now Offers It
New technologically-advanced program is one of the first in Virginia
By Jim Hanchett
Students who want to prepare for careers or graduate studies in artificial intelligence (AI) can now choose a pioneering major at Christopher Newport.
The School of Engineering and Computing (SEC) will offer the major beginning with the 2026-27 academi more
29 Mountaineers Honored With 2026 App State Awards of Distinction
BOONE, North Carolina, May 1 -- Appalachian State University issued the following news:
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29 Mountaineers honored with 2026 App State Awards of Distinction
Honorees recognized for leadership, teaching, service and more
By Brian Miller, Carliann Rittman and Jessica Stump
Appalachian State University honored 29 students, faculty and staff during its fourth annual Awards of Distinction ceremony, recognizing their exemplary contributions to the success of the university and its community me more
At Brown, Yo-Yo Ma shares how he finds humanity and purpose through music
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, May 1 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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At Brown, Yo-Yo Ma shares how he finds humanity and purpose through music
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -After renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma sat down on stage in the De Ciccio Family Auditorium in Brown's Salomon Center for Teaching, he immediately picked up his bow.
In a somber start to his speaking engagement, Ma played a Bach cello suite for a few minutes as a way to recognize the tragic shooting th more
Cisco Schedules Conference Call for 3Q26 Financial Results
SAN JOSE, California, May 1 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cisco issued the following news release:
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Cisco Schedules Conference Call for 3Q26 Financial Results
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SAN JOSE, Calif., May 1, 2026 - Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) has scheduled a conference call for Wednesday, May 13, 2026, at 1:30 PM (PT); 4:30 PM (ET) to announce its third quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results for the period ending Saturday, April 25, 2026.
Financial results will be released over PR Newswire via US Nati more
CMU faculty helps SAP teams navigate AI in the workplace
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, May 1 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news:
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CMU faculty helps SAP teams navigate AI in the workplace
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Artificial intelligence can generate content in seconds. Determining how to use it effectively, responsibly and within real workplace systems is proving far more complex.
That challenge was at the center of a recent international presentation by Central Michigan University faculty member Gustav Verhulsdonck, who joined software company S more
Cornell Tech announces the 2026 Startup Awards and the Inaugural Frontiers of AI Summit
ITHACA, New York, May 1 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Cornell Tech announces the 2026 Startup Awards and the Inaugural Frontiers of AI Summit
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As the 2025-26 academic year comes to a close, Cornell Tech will host a series of events throughout May showcasing student achievement, entrepreneurship, design, and the future of emerging technologies. Held on Cornell Tech's Roosevelt Island campus in New York City, the events bring together students, faculty, alumni, indust more
CSUN Signs MOU with Autodesk to Expand Tech, Design Opportunities for Students
NORTHRIDGE, California, May 1 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release:
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CSUN Signs MOU with Autodesk to Expand Tech, Design Opportunities for Students
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Media Contact: Javier Rojas, Javier.rojas@csun.edu, (818) 677-2130 or Carmen Ramos Chandler, carmen.chandler@csun.edu, (818) 677-2130
California State University, Northridge (CSUN) President Erika D. Beck and Autodesk President and CEO Dr. Andrew J. Anagnost signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MO more
Dartmouth College: James Haxby Elected to the National Academy of Sciences
HANOVER, New Hampshire, May 1 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news:
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James Haxby Elected to the National Academy of Sciences
The professor specializes in computational cognitive neuroscience and neural decoding.
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The National Academy of Sciences this week elected James Haxby, a professor of psychological and brain sciences, one of 145 new members chosen "in recognition of their distinguished and continuing achievements in original research."
Haxby specializes in computation more
Department of War Announces Agreement with Oracle to Deploy AI Capabilities on Classified Cloud Networks
REDWOOD SHORES, California, May 1 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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The Department of War Announces Agreement with Oracle to Deploy AI Capabilities on Classified Cloud Networks
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The Department of War has entered into an agreement with Oracle to deploy Oracle's advanced AI capabilities on the Department's classified networks for lawful use. This agreement accelerates the transformation toward more
Entrepreneurial students win awards for summer work on their startups
ITHACA, New York, May 1 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Entrepreneurial students win awards for summer work on their startups
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The business that Kavi Giroux '29 has dreamed up would help small orchard owners - including his grandmother - keep an eye on the health of their crops and determine the best time for harvest.
"A lack of available labor makes it difficult for my grandmother to assess her orchard for harvest readiness," said Giroux, a student in the Dyson Sch more
Expanding Learning Opportunities Through Two New Certificate Programs
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, May 1 -- Samford University issued the following news release:
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Expanding Learning Opportunities Through Two New Certificate Programs
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As the landscape of education continues to evolve, educators are navigating new technologies, shifting instructional models and growing expectations to integrate innovation with purpose. In response to these changes, Samford University's Orlean Beeson School of Education is developing two new credit-bearing certificate programs desi more
Faculty and Staff Briefs: April 2026
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, May 1 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Faculty and Staff Briefs: April 2026
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Florida State University's distinguished faculty are central to the mission of the university. Faculty excellence in scholarship, research, and creative activity is critical to the quality of student learning and makes a difference in the lives of others.
Throughout the year, honors and recognitions are awarded to individual faculty and staff members across campus more
First-year student's team wins AI Build-a-thon with app that assists children with autism
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, May 1 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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First-year student's team wins AI Build-a-thon with app that assists children with autism
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An app created by Bryant's Nick Goyette '29 and three teammates that improves communication between educators and students on the autism spectrum captured first place in the accessibility category at the inaugural AI Build-a-thon, hosted by Babson College and co-sponsored by Bryant University and Bentley University. more
Four Engineers, One Family: The Bristow Brothers Bring It Home at USC
LOS ANGELES, California, May 1 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Four Engineers, One Family: The Bristow Brothers Bring It Home at USC
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There's a moment at commencement, just before your name is called, when the tassel hasn't shifted yet and the rest of your life is already waiting. This May, two brothers will have that moment -separately, on the same stage, on the same day.
This year, the Bristow family is making histo more
Grassley, Banks Press American AI Companies on Chinese Espionage Safeguards
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Grassley, Banks Press American AI Companies on Chinese Espionage Safeguards
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BUTLER COUNTY, IOWA - U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and U.S. Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.) wrote to nine artificial intelligence (AI) companies regarding the People's Republic of China's (PRC) targeting of American AI technologies, which are critical to U.S. national security and economic lea more
HeadStrait Labs Wins 2025-2026 Duquesne New Venture Challenge
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 1 -- Duquesne University issued the following news release:
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HeadStrait Labs Wins 2025-2026 Duquesne New Venture Challenge
Duquesne University's Palumbo-Donahue School of Business is thrilled to announce HeadStrait Labs, a smart medical device system that prevents secondary spinal injuries during transport, as the winner of the 2025 - 2026 Duquesne New Venture Challenge (DNVC).
As first-prize winners of the prestigious annual pitch competition, HeadStrait L more
Improving understanding with language
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 1 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Improving understanding with language
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When she was a child, MIT senior Olivia Honeycutt would spend summers on her grandparents' farm in rural Alabama outside Birmingham. The practical and cultural differences between farm and city life became more pronounced by comparison. "Life and the way we lived it slowed down on the farm," she says. "It was a nice change of pace."
These day more
Institute for Energy Research: Energy Information Administration Launches Pilot Surveys on Data Center Usage
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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The Energy Information Administration Launches Pilot Surveys on Data Center Usage
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Key Takeaways
1 The EIA is developing a survey to assess data center energy use in response to public and congressional concerns about its impact on electricity prices.
2 The EIA will begin with a voluntary pilot program to be completed by the end of September, and then develop a mandatory survey more
Land-grant universities key to agricultural innovation, USDA chief scientist says
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 1 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
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Land-grant universities key to agricultural innovation, USDA chief scientist says
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Technological innovation will bring important new benefits to agriculture, and the nation's land-grant universities are central to advancing that progress, the U.S. Department of Agriculture's chief scientist said in an April 28 Heuermann Lecture.
Scott Hutchins, the USDA's under secretary for research, education and eco more
MIT affiliates awarded 2026 Guggenheim Fellowships
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 1 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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MIT affiliates awarded 2026 Guggenheim Fellowships
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MIT Research Scientist Afreen Siddiqi '99, SM '01, PhD '06; MIT professors Kathleen Thelen and Vinod Vaikuntanathan SM '05, PhD '09; as well as Kate Manne PhD '11 are among 223 scientists, artists, and scholars awarded 2026 fellowships from the John Simon Guggenheim Memorial Foundation. Working across 55 disciplines, the fellows we more
Modeling Aerodynamics: A Conversation with Adrian Lozano-Duran
PASADENA, California, May 1 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Modeling Aerodynamics: A Conversation with Adrian Lozano-Duran
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Growing up in Madrid, Spain, Adrian Lozano-Duran was always interested in aerospace. He was fascinated by planes, rockets, and how things flew. Today, he is an associate professor of aerospace at Caltech, where he develops models that accurately simulate phenomena such as the entry of spacecraft into the Martian atmosphere and more
NAB Launches Call for Entries for the 2026 Marconi Radio Awards
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Media] -- The National Association of Broadcasters posted the following news release:
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NAB Launches Call for Entries for the 2026 Marconi Radio Awards
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Washington, D.C. -The National Association of Broadcasters (NAB) today announced that the 2026 Marconi Radio Award nomination window is open through May 31. The prestigious NAB Marconi Radio Awards, established in 1989 and named after inventor and Nobel Prize winner Guglielmo Marconi, recognize stations and more
Nebraska in the national news: April 2026
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 1 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
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Nebraska in the national news: April 2026
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Fast Company published an April 7 article on the OurStory small houses being built in Omaha's Benson neighborhood. The article was among 40-plus national news stories featuring Husker faculty, staff, students, centers and programs during the month.
The OurStory project is a collaboration among the College of Architecture's FACT Studio, Partners for Livable Oma more
Pandya launches AI venture as graduation nears
LINCOLN, Nebraska, May 1 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news:
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Pandya launches AI venture as graduation nears
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Vatsal Pandya came to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln at 18 as an international student from Mumbai, India, with plans to pursue big opportunities through his education. Through coursework, internships and personal drive, he has become CEO of his own company before graduating.
Pandya is the founder and CEO of TasksMind, a technology company using artif more
Reps. Chu, Meng, Vargas, and Sen. Padilla Introduce Language Access Board Act
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus issued the following news release:
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Reps. Chu, Meng, Vargas, and Sen. Padilla Introduce Language Access Board Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Rep. Judy Chu (CA-28), Chair Emerita of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), introduced the Language Access Board Act of 2026 with Rep. Grace Meng (NY-06), Chair of CAPAC, and Rep. Juan Vargas (CA-52). This bill would establish an independent board of communit more
CARBONDALE, Illinois, May 1 -- Southern Illinois University issued the following news release:
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SIU Carbondale recognizes outstanding thesis, dissertation winners
Southern Illinois University Carbondale's Graduate School is recognizing two former graduate students and a former doctoral student for their outstanding research and contributions to their fields.
Each year, the Graduate School selects winners for the Outstanding Thesis Award and the Richard and Donna Falvo Outstanding Disser more
SLB Wins Two 2026 OTC Spotlight on New Technology Awards
HOUSTON, Texas, May 1 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release:
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SLB Wins Two 2026 OTC Spotlight on New Technology Awards
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SLB received two 2026 Offshore Technology Conference (OTC) Spotlight on New Technology Awards, recognizing innovations that are helping reshape the offshore energy sector.
Each year, the OTC Spotlight on New Technology Awards honor breakthrough solutions that demonstrate real-world performance and impact across drilling, com more
Two Cortez Masto Bills to Protect Nevadans Clear Key Hurdle
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Two Cortez Masto Bills to Protect Nevadans Clear Key Hurdle
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Washington, D.C. - Two bills cosponsored by U.S. Senator Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) to keep Nevada families safe were passed out of the Judiciary Committee, clearing the way for a vote before the full Senate. The Guidelines for User Age-verification and Responsible Dialogue (GUARD) Act would protect children from AI chatbots, more
University of Dayton Issues UD in the News Wrap Up for April 25-May 1
DAYTON, Ohio, May 1 -- The University of Dayton posted the following UD in the News wrap up for April 25-May 1, 2026:
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Our Sunday Visitor featured UD in a story about more students seeking the sacrament of confirmation. Spectrum News reported on AI in UD's curriculum and Heidi's Porch. The Conversation and The Wall Street Journal tapped faculty expertise.
What happened to just war? Why modern Popes have become peace activists (https://www.diigo.com/item/pdf/5q791/5s40)
The Wall Street more
University of Maryland Baltimore: Silver Spring Woman Becomes First Adult Sickle Cell Disease Patient in Maryland to Receive FDA-Approved Gene Therapy
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 1 -- The University of Maryland Baltimore campus issued the following news:
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Silver Spring Woman Becomes First Adult Sickle Cell Disease Patient in Maryland to Receive FDA-Approved Gene Therapy
Karen Warmkessel
Jessica Ceja, a patient liaison at a Washington, D.C. hospital, received the cells by infusion on April 27. She is the first adult patient with sickle cell anemia in Maryland to receive the gene therapy, called Lyfgenia, which was approved by the U.S. Foo more
University of Texas Dallas: Which Pothole To Fix - AI Team Helps Company Develop City System
RICHARDSON, Texas, May 1 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news:
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Which Pothole To Fix? AI Team Helps Company Develop City System
By: Kim Horner
Artificial intelligence (AI) experts from The University of Texas at Dallas have partnered with a Japanese company through its Irving, Texas-based subsidiary to help local governments prioritize road repairs.
Researchers in the UT Dallas Center for Applied AI and Machine Learning (CAIML) collaborated with Japan-base more
USU Engineering Professor Earns National Recognition Through 2026 Terry Peshia Early Career Award
LOGAN, Utah, May 1 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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USU Engineering Professor Earns National Recognition Through 2026 Terry Peshia Early Career Award
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Mohsen Zaker Esteghamati, assistant professor in the Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Utah State University, has been named a recipient of the 2026 Terry Peshia Early Career Faculty Award from the American Institute of Steel Construction. The national award recognizes outstanding early-career facul more
UWG Ed.S. Student Determined to Enhance Makerspace Education
CARROLLTON, Georgia, May 1 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news:
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UWG Ed.S. Student Determined to Enhance Makerspace Education
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Have you ever wondered how CourseDen was created? Whenever you log on to view your courses, you are immediately met with sections of your grades, class announcements and online resources. These smartboards and learning management systems don't create themselves; they are created by well-trained specialists that thrive on making education more
Walk the Straight and Narrow Path to Success With Rio Salado's Administration of Justice Degree
TEMPE, Arizona, May 1 -- Rio Salado College issued the following news:
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Walk the Straight and Narrow Path to Success With Rio Salado's Administration of Justice Degree
A just society requires people who are willing to help others walk the straight and narrow path. From police detectives to analysts, game wardens to lawyers, the need for professionals with integrity, grit, and strong skills is evergreen. Rio Salado College's Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Administration of Justice more
Young, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Highlighting Chinese Threat to America's Strategic Interests
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Todd Young, R-Indiana, issued the following news release:
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Young, Colleagues Introduce Resolution Highlighting Chinese Threat to America's Strategic Interests
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Todd Young (R-Ind.) joined a bipartisan group of senators in introducing a resolution affirming concern over the growing threat China poses to America's national security and economic prosperity at a pivotal moment for U.S.-Chinese relations. The resolution calls for a continue more
Heinrich Presses NNSA Administrators on Los Alamos Housing Supply, Clean Up Efforts Near LANL, & Creating Public-Private Partnerships in New Mexico to Accelerate America's High-Yield Fusion Capabilities
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich Presses NNSA Administrators on Los Alamos Housing Supply, Clean Up Efforts Near LANL, & Creating Public-Private Partnerships in New Mexico to Accelerate America's High-Yield Fusion Capabilities
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WASHINGTON - At a U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee hearing to discuss President Trump's Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27) budget request for the National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA), more
Judiciary Committee Advances Two Bipartisan Bills, Four Federal Judges, U.S. Marshal and U.S. Attorney
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Judiciary Committee Advances Two Bipartisan Bills, Four Federal Judges, U.S. Marshal and U.S. Attorney
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WASHINGTON - The Senate Judiciary Committee today advanced the following nominations:
* Sheria Akins Clarke, to be United States District Judge for the District of South Carolina, by a vote of 15-7.
* Kathleen S. Lane, to be United States District Judge for the District of Montana, by more
Making the case for curiosity-driven science
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 30 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Making the case for curiosity-driven science
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"The thing that really struck me when I came to MIT and strikes me every single day is the stuff that's going on here is amazing. The science, the engineering... every day I hear something that makes my jaw drop," remarked President Sally Kornbluth during a live discussion with Lizzie O'Leary of Slate' s "What Next: TBD" podcast.
Ko more
Video: Blumenthal-Authored Bipartisan Bill Protecting Children from AI Chatbots Approved by Senate Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Video: Blumenthal-Authored Bipartisan Bill Protecting Children from AI Chatbots Approved by Senate Judiciary Committee
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[WASHINGTON, DC] - Today, the Senate Judiciary Committee unanimously approved bipartisan legislation authored by U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Josh Hawley (R-MO) to protect children from AI chatbots. This legislation would ban AI companions for minors, man more
Analog Devices Launches A2B 2.0 to Revolutionize Next Generation In Vehicle Audio Experience
NORWOOD, Massachusetts, April 28 -- Analog Devices, a manufacturer of data conversion and signal processing technology, issued the following news release:
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Analog Devices Launches A2B(TM) 2.0 to Revolutionize Next Generation In Vehicle Audio Experience
* A2B 2.0 (ADAA245x series) is now fully released to production, supporting OEM and Tier 1 program ramps
* Delivers 4x bandwidth increase, preserving deterministic, low-latency (62 us) performance and architectural simplicity
* Designed more
AV Announces Halo_Shield, Comprehensive Tile-Based C-UAS Solution
MONROVIA, California, April 28 -- AeroVironment issued the following news release:
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AV Announces Halo_Shield(TM), Comprehensive Tile-Based C-UAS Solution
ARLINGTON, Va. -- AeroVironment, Inc. ("AV") (NASDAQ: AVAV), a global leader in multi-domain defense solutions today announced the release of Halo_Shield(TM), a modular, distributed, and cost-effective counter-unmanned aircraft system (C-UAS) designed to predict, detect, track, identify and defeat advanced airborne threats--including Gr more
Marsh Risk Unveils AI-powered Risk Companion Suite of Analytics to Empower Clients With Faster, Smarter Risk Management
NEW YORK, April 28 -- Marsh, a subsidiary of Marsh and McLennan Companies, issued the following news release:
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Marsh Risk unveils AI-powered Risk Companion suite of analytics to empower clients with faster, smarter risk management
Marsh Risk, a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH) and the world's leading insurance broker and risk advisor, today announced the launch of Risk Companion, the next iteration of its digital solutions suite designed to help clients more effectively and efficiently ma more
Mavenir Launches Cloud-Native Packet Core Foundation With Rakuten Mobile in Japan
RICHARDSON, Texas, April 28 -- Mavenir, a cloud-native infrastructure provider that says it is building the future of networks, issued the following news release:
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Mavenir Launches Cloud-Native Packet Core Foundation With Rakuten Mobile in Japan
Mavenir, the software company building AI-by-design mobile networks, today announced that its Converged Packet Core is now live in Rakuten Mobile's nationwide mobile network, deployed on Rakuten Cloud Platform. This deployment plays a key role in more
NetSuite Brings AI-Powered Speed and Precision to SuiteCloud Development
SAN MATEO, California, April 28 -- Oracle NetSuite, a subsidiary of Oracle, issued the following news:
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NetSuite Brings AI-Powered Speed and Precision to SuiteCloud Development
New SuiteCloud Agent Skills enable developers to build, review, and deploy customizations faster using natural language and AI coding agents
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San Francisco -- Oracle NetSuite, the #1 AI cloud ERP, today announced new NetSuite knowledge packages for AI coding agents that will help customers and partners accelera more
NetSuite Brings New AI Innovations to Southeast Asia
SAN MATEO, California, April 28 -- Oracle NetSuite, a subsidiary of Oracle, issued the following news:
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NetSuite Brings New AI Innovations to Southeast Asia
NetSuite Next and new innovations across the suite enable ASEAN customers to reduce the complexity of AI adoption, streamline workflows, and boost efficiency
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Oracle NetSuite, the #1 AI cloud ERP, today announced a series of AI-powered innovations to help organizations in the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) increa more
Onsemi and Geely Expand Strategic Collaboration to Elevate the Driving Experience
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, April 28 -- Onsemi, a semiconductors supplier company, issued the following news:
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onsemi and Geely Expand Strategic Collaboration to Elevate the Driving Experience
Summary
onsemi and Geely Auto Group have expanded their strategic collaboration to accelerate next-generation electric vehicle development. The partnership includes deeper integration of onsemi's EliteSiC technologies across vehicles built on Geely's SEA-S, the Super Hybrid variant of Geely's Sustainable more
Security Leaders Cite AI as a Risk Multiplier for APIs in New Akamai Survey
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 28 (TNSrep) -- Akamai Technologies, a provider of content delivery network services, issued the following news release:
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Security Leaders Cite AI as a Risk Multiplier for APIs in New Akamai Survey
API attacks and incident costs surge alongside AI adoption
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Akamai (NASDAQ: AKAM) today released new research showing that organizations are rushing to deploy APIs without adequate security or testing, leaving them vulnerable to attacks once released. Now in more
Survey Finds Widespread Mental and Behavioral Health Challenges Among Young Adults and College Students
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 28 (TNSrpt) -- UnitedHealth Group issued the following news release:
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New Survey Finds Widespread Mental and Behavioral Health Challenges Among Young Adults and College Students
* Findings also highlight differences between student and parent perceptions, as well as the growing role of digital tools in mental health support
* More than 6 in 10 Americans enrolled in college and young adults ages 18-28 not enrolled in college reported experiencing mental or b more
Xerox Launches Xerox IT as a Service to Help Simplify Technology, Reduce Risk for SMB Market
NORWALK, Connecticut, April 28 -- Xerox issued the following news release:
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Xerox Launches Xerox IT as a Service to Help Simplify Technology, Reduce Risk for SMB Market
Xerox today announced the launch of Xerox(R) IT as a Service, an AI-powered ServiceNow platform that transforms how organizations operate and manage technology.
Xerox ITaaS unifies managed services, automation, procurement, and real-time intelligence into a single IT operating system, enabling organizations to move from more
Avery Dennison Announces Strategic $75 Million Investment in Wiliot to Scale Physical AI
MENTOR, Ohio, April 27 -- Avery Dennison, a materials science and digital identification solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Avery Dennison announces strategic $75 million investment in Wiliot to scale physical AI
Expanding Joint Go-to-Market Efforts, Preferred Inlay Design and Manufacturing Partnership to Accelerate Adoption of Physical AI to Meet Growing Industry Demand
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Avery Dennison Corporation (NYSE:AVY), a leading global materials science and digital identifi more
Frederick National Laboratory: Upcoming Life Sciences Symposium Will Grapple With Reproducibility Crisis
FREDERICK, Maryland, April 27 -- The National Institutes of Health's National Laboratory for Cancer Research issued the following news:
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Upcoming Life Sciences Symposium will grapple with reproducibility crisis
Experts across scientific fields will convene at Hood College in Frederick, MD, from June 16-18 for the fourth Life Sciences Symposium, aiming to ameliorate the so-called "reproducibility crisis" in research.
Reproducibility in Science 2026: Elevating Standards to Strengthen Rese more
Grant Thornton Advisors Announces That Grant Thornton Australia is Advancing Plans to Join Its Platform
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 27 -- Grant Thornton, a provider of audit, tax and advisory services, presented the following news release:
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Grant Thornton Advisors announces that Grant Thornton Australia is advancing plans to join its platform
Grant Thornton Advisors to continue building a differentiated platform with multinational scale and purpose
Grant Thornton Australia's board evaluated multiple strategic pathways for long term growth
Transaction would accelerate Grant Thornton Australi more
Onsemi and NIO Expand Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Next-Generation 900V EV Platforms
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, April 27 -- Onsemi, a semiconductors supplier company, issued the following news:
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onsemi and NIO Expand Strategic Collaboration to Accelerate Next-Generation 900V EV Platforms
Summary
onsemi is expanding its long-term collaboration with NIO to support the automaker's transition to next-generation 900V electric vehicle platforms. The partnership leverages onsemi's EliteSiC technology to improve efficiency, performance, and scalability across NIO's latest EV lineup, more
Say Cheese3D: A New Model for Tracking Facial Expression
COLD SPRING HARBOR, New York, April 27 -- The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory issued the following news:
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Say Cheese3D: A new model for tracking facial expression
The Takeaway
Cheese3D--a new platform developed by Helen Hou, Kyle Daruwalla, and Irene Nozal Martin--enables scientists to capture and analyze high-speed 3D recordings of a mouse's entire face. The system has now been used to measure anesthesia depth and should have additional applications in health, disease, and development.
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Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Federal Management of Tribal Trust Funds Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13173) on April 24, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray:
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Federal Management of Tribal Trust Funds: Overview and Selected Issues for Congress
Congress has passed various laws to fulfill the federal trust responsibility, a legal obligation under which the United States - through treaties, acts of Congress, and court decisions - "has charged itself more
Immigration & Customs Enforcement, the Non-Detained Docket Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13208) on April 24, 2026, by immigration policy specialists William A. Kandel and Audrey Singer.
Here are excerpts:
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Non-Detained Docket (NDD)
Background
The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA, Title 8 of the U.S. Code) authorizes and sometimes requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain aliens (f more
Treasury's Exchange Stabilization Fund Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13200) on April 24, 2026, by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte and international trade and finance specialist Rebecca M. Nelson.
Here are excerpts
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Treasury's Exchange Stabilization Fund
The Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) is an emergency reserve fund of the Department of the Treasury created by Congress in 1934. The ESF has evolved from its original purpose more
Veterans Service Organizations - Frequently Asked Questions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46412) on April 24, 2026, entitled "Veterans Service Organizations: Frequently Asked Questions" by senior research librarian Tamar B. Breslauer:
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SUMMARY
Veterans service organizations (VSOs) offer a range of services for veterans, servicemembers, dependents, and survivors. Some VSOs may provide programming for veterans in their communities, such as job fairs. Others may organize events more
Army's M-1E3 Abrams Tank Modernization Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12495) on April 23, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's M-1E3 Abrams Tank Modernization Program
Background
The M-1 Abrams Tank is designed to maneuver under fire and destroy enemy armored forces on the battlefield. The M-1 is named for General Creighton Abrams, a World War II armored bat more
ENERGY STAR Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10753) on April 23, 2026, by energy policy specialist Corrie E. Clark.
Here are excerpts:
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ENERGY STAR Program
Overview
ENERGY STAR(R) is an internationally recognized voluntary labeling program for energy-efficient products, homes, buildings, and manufacturing plants that is managed jointly by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of En more
Kings & Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IN12682) on April 23, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Kings and Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress
On April 1, 2026, Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries jointly invited King Charles III of the Uni more
Retailer Inventory & Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48916) on April 23, 2026, entitled "Retailer Inventory and Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions" by Michael Alan Havlin and Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialists.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Recent supply chain disruptions have contributed to price increases for certain consumer goods, such as vehicles, groceries, apparel, and consumer electr more
Retailer Inventory & Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48916) on April 23, 2026, entitled "Retailer Inventory and Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Selected Policy Options for Congress
Some Members of Congress have expressed concern about retailers' price increases and perceptions of price gouging, particularly during supply chain disruptions. These concerns tend to be focused on retailers of more
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48917) on April 23, 2026, entitled "S.Con.Res. 33: The Senate-Adopted FY2026 Budget Resolution" by Congress and legislative process specialists Drew C. Aherne and Megan S. Lynch.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
On April 23, 2026, the Senate adopted S.Con.Res. 33, a budget resolution for FY2026. The budget resolution generally represents an agreement between the House and Senate on a budget more
Section 232 National Security Tariffs on Copper Imports Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12614) on April 23, 2026, by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 232 National Security Tariffs on Copper Imports
Congress has constitutional authority over foreign commerce and tariffs, a power it has partially delegated to the President. Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. Sec.1862) authorizes the Pr more
Social Security Administration Staffing Levels Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48725) on April 23, 2026, entitled "Social Security Administration Staffing Levels: Data Brief" by income security specialist William R. Morton.
Here are excerpts:
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Contents
Introduction ... 1
Recent Staffing Levels ... 1
Historical Staffing Levels ... 3
Figures
Figure 1. SSA Total Staff on Duty at the End of the Month ... 1
Figure 2. SSA Total Staff on Duty at the End of the more
Tickets for Live Entertainment Events Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48179) on April 22, 2026, entitled "Tickets for Live Entertainment Events:"
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Selected Legislative Options
Some Members of the 118th and 119th Congresses have introduced bills related to ticketing services for live events. The provisions in some of these bills aimed to increase protections for consumers by, for example, increasing transparency about the tick more
Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12094) on April 22, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle (Formerly the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle [OMFV])
Background
The Army's XM-30, previously known as the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), is being designed to replace the M-2 B more
Russia's Nuclear Weapons Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12672) on April 22, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink:
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Russia's Nuclear Weapons
According to the Pentagon's 2026 National Defense Strategy, Russia "possesses the world's largest nuclear arsenal, which it continues to modernize and diversify, as well as undersea, space, and cyber capabilities that it could employ against the U.S. Homeland."
Since Russia's Febr more
Seafood Import Monitoring Program Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48469) on April 21, 2026, entitled "The Seafood Import Monitoring Program" by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP)
The Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP) is a federal risk-based seafood traceability program that sets reporting and recordkeeping requirements from the point of harvest to entry more
Seafood Import Monitoring Program Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48469) on April 21, 2026, entitled "The Seafood Import Monitoring Program:"
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Recent Agency Actions Regarding the Seafood Import Monitoring Program
NOAA has considered potential expansions and refinements to SIMP's implementation, including in response to an evaluation of the program. In December 2022, NMFS issued a proposed rule to expand SIMP in accordance more
Electing the Speaker of the House of Representatives - Frequently Asked Questions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44243) on April 21, 2026, entitled "Electing the Speaker of the House of Representatives: Frequently Asked Questions" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Current practice for electing a Speaker, either at the start of a Congress or in the event of a vacancy (e.g., death or resignation), is by roll call vote, during which Member more
Farm Bill Primer - Trade & Export Promotion Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12155) on April 21, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Benjamin Tsui.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Trade and Export Promotion Programs
Agricultural exports are significant to farmers and the U.S. economy. With the productivity of U.S. agriculture growing faster than domestic demand, farmers and agriculturally oriented firms rely on export markets to sustain pr more
Federal Individual Income Tax Brackets, Standard Deductions & Personal Exemption - 1988 to 2026 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RL34498) on April 21, 2026, entitled "Federal Individual Income Tax Brackets, Standard Deductions and Personal Exemption: 1988 to 2026" by public finance analysts Nicholas E. Buffie and Brendan McDermott.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
This report tracks changes in federal individual income tax brackets, the standard deduction, and the personal exemption since 1988. All three tax items hav more
Marine Corps' Amphibious Combat Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11755) on April 21, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The Marine Corps' Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV)
Background
The Marine Corps describes the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) as a
'next-generation, eight-wheeled vehicle designed to move Marines from ship to shore. The vehicle will be the primary means of tactical mobilit more
Pentagon-Anthropic Dispute Over Autonomous Weapon Systems - Potential Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12669) on April 21, 2026, by Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist:
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Pentagon-Anthropic Dispute over Autonomous Weapon Systems: Potential Issues for Congress
On February 27, 2026, President Donald J. Trump directed federal agencies to "IMMEDIATELY CEASE all use of [American AI company] Anthropic's technology." Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset more
Conditioning Federal Funding on Elections Policies - Options & Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13013) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Conditioning Federal Funding on Elections Policies: Options and Considerations for Congress
Congress has broad authority to regulate many aspects of the administration of federal elections. Members might sometimes wish to influence state or local policy on aspects of e more
Congressional Court Watcher - Circuit Splits From March 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11420) on April 20, 2026, by legislative attorney Alexander H. Pepper and deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia:
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Congressional Court Watcher: Circuit Splits from March 2026
The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the thirteen "circuits" issue thousands of precedential decisions each year. Because relatively few of these decisions are ultimately reviewed by the Supre more
Election Security: Federal Funding for Securing Election Systems Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11286) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Election Security: Federal Funding for Securing Election Systems
Foreign efforts to interfere in the 2016 elections highlighted the potential for threats to the technologies, facilities, and processes used to administer elections. The federal government has responded t more
Elections Grant Programs - Authorizations & Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11961) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Elections Grant Programs: Authorizations and Appropriations
Congress first authorized major federal grant programs for elections in the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA; P.L. 107-252). HAVA was enacted in response to issues with the conduct of the 2000 elections. Li more
ENERGY STAR Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10753) on April 20, 2026, by energy policy specialist Corrie E. Clark.
Here are excerpts:
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ENERGY STAR Program
Overview
ENERGY STAR(R) is an internationally recognized voluntary labeling program for energy-efficient products, homes, buildings, and manufacturing plants that is managed jointly by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of En more
ESA "God Squad" Exemption for Gulf Oil & Gas Activities Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11421) on April 20, 2026, by legislative attorney Cassandra J. Barnum and coordinator of research planning Erin H. Ward:
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ESA "God Squad" Exemption for Gulf Oil and Gas Activities: Background and Current Litigation
On March 31, 2026, the Endangered Species Committee - colloquially referred to as the "God Squad" because of its power to determine the fate of species - more
Establishing & Funding Elections Grant Programs - Policy Options Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11962) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Establishing and Funding Elections Grant Programs: Policy Options
Recent congressional activity on elections issues has often taken the form of action on grant programs or funding. One type of action Members have increasingly explored in recent legislative proposals is more
Family-to-Family Health Information Centers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12317) on April 20, 2026, by health policy analyst Alexandria K. Mickler.
Here are excerpts:
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Family-to-Family Health Information Centers
Family-to-Family Health Information Centers (F2F HICs) receive mandatory appropriations to provide support and information to families of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). Currently, the F2F HIC program receive more
FDA Response to a Raw Dairy Toxic E. Coli Outbreak Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12681) on April 20, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Laura Pineda-Bermudez:
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Response to a Raw Dairy Toxic E. coli Outbreak
Introduction
On March 15, 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS's) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and certain state public health o more
Parental Rights & Student Gender Transitions at School - Legal Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11422) on April 20, 2026, by legislative attorneys Jared P. Cole and Whitney K. Novak:
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Parental Rights and Student Gender Transitions at School: Legal Developments
How public schools should treat transgender students has generated substantial debate, raising legal questions in contexts such as bathroom access, athletics participation, and pronoun usage. One particu more
Private Funding for Election Administration Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12501) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton:
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Private Funding for Election Administration
State and local election offices sometimes receive private donations of money, goods, or services to help them carry out their work. Following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the 2020 election cycle, private individuals funded grant progra more
U.S. Army's Typhon Mid-Range Capability System Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12135) on April 20, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The U.S. Army's Typhon Mid-Range Capability (MRC) System
What Is the Army's Mid-Range Capability System?
Improved Chinese and Russian long-ranged artillery systems, uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), and the proliferation of special munitions have renewed concerns about the more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
SBA Office of Advocacy Supports Simplified Independent Contractor Definition
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- The U.S. Small Business Administration Office of Advocacy submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor concerning that a proposed rule redefining the status of independent contractors under federal labor statutes, including the Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave Act, and Migrant Seasonal Worker Protection Act.
The proposed rule, issued by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on February 27, 2026, seeks to restore a test prio more
Tipoffs: Iran
As Gas Prices Spike, Cantwell, Padilla & Wyden Introduce Bill to Target Petroleum Market Manipulators & Protect Consumers at the Pump
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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As Gas Prices Spike, Cantwell, Padilla & Wyden Introduce Bill to Target Petroleum Market Manipulators & Protect Consumers at the Pump
Act would require FTC to monitor fuel market anomalies that hurt consumers; bad actors would face up to $2 million per day in fines
Gas prices hit $5.57 in Washington, the h more
Catholic League Issues Commentary: Mamdani's Diamond Fetish And The Brits
NEW YORK, May 2 -- The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, an organization that defends the right of Catholics to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination, issued the following commentary on May 1, 2026, by President Bill Donohue:
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MAMDANI'S DIAMOND FETISH AND THE BRITS
On April 29, Zohran Mamdani, the Marxist millionaire Muslim Mayor of New York City, met briefly with King Charles in Manhattan. He later said that if he had had a moment alone w more
DNC: As Older Americans Month Begins, Seniors Struggle Under Trump
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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As Older Americans Month Begins, Seniors Struggle Under Trump
Donald Trump promised to lower costs and protect seniors' benefits, but instead he has left America's seniors behind and forced them to dip into their hard-earned savings to make ends meet as his reckless policies drive up prices and slash programs they rely on.
Trump and Republicans' "One, Big Beautiful Bill" cut $1 TRI more
DNC: In the States - Costs Continue to Rise As Iran War Hits 60th Day, Democrats Vow to Fight Back Against Republicans' Redistricting War
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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IN THE STATES: Costs Continue to Rise As Iran War Hits 60th Day, Democrats Vow to Fight Back Against Republicans' Redistricting War
Today marks 60 days since Donald Trump started his deadly and costly war of choice with Iran, which has claimed the lives of 13 servicemembers and injured hundreds more, and caused prices to skyrocket here at home. Millions of American families and farme more
European Union Leaders Reaffirm Solidarity With Middle East Partners and Double Down on Support to Ukraine
BRUSSELS, Belgium, May 2 -- The European Union issued the following news release:
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EU leaders reaffirm solidarity with Middle East partners and double down on support to Ukraine
President Ursula von der Leyen was in Cyprus last week to attend the informal meeting of European Heads of State and Government and meet with Middle Eastern partners. Ukraine and the Euros90 billion loan, as well as the situation in the Middle East, the subsequent energy crisis and the MFF were all addressed duri more
Iranian-American Detained Journalist Tops Annual Ranking Of One Free Press Coalition's "10 Most Urgent" Press Freedom Cases
JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, May 2 -- Forbes Media posted the following news release:
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Iranian-American Detained Journalist Tops Annual Ranking Of One Free Press Coalition's "10 Most Urgent" Press Freedom Cases
The 2026 "10 Most Urgent" list spotlights journalists targeted for seeking to tell the truth who are facing "terrorism" or "anti-state" charges
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NEW YORK - Coinciding with World Press Freedom Day, leading news organizations and publishers around the world have come together as part more
Meeks Statement on Trump's Withdrawal of Troops From Germany
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026:
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Meeks Statement on Trump's Withdrawal of Troops from Germany
Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued the following statement on the Trump administration's announcement that it is withdrawing 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany:
"President Trump is once again putting personal more
Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on 60 Days of President Trump's War With Iran
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026:
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Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on 60 Days of President Trump's War with Iran
Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, released the following statement marking sixty days since President Trump initiated military conflict with Iran, which under the War Powers Act mar more
Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on President Trump's Declaration That Iran War is 'Terminated
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026:
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Ranking Member Shaheen Statement on President Trump's Declaration that Iran War is 'Terminated
Today, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the below statement after President Trump declared hostilities with Iran 'terminated':
"President Trump declaring the war w more
Rep. Sykes: President Trump Has Now Exceeded 60-Day Limit for Iran War Without Congressional Approval
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Sykes: President Trump Has Now Exceeded 60-Day Limit for Iran War Without Congressional Approval
President Trump has now surpassed the 60-day deadline under the War Powers Act after initiating an unnecessary war with Iran without authorization from Congress. This raises urgent constitutional and accountability concerns. Legal experts and lawmakers on both sides of the aisle have pointed to the more
Senate Majority PAC: Sixty Days In, Ashley Hinson is Still Signing Off on Trump's War
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Sixty Days In, Ashley Hinson is Still Signing Off on Trump's War
Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single vote from Congres more
Senate Majority PAC: Sixty Days In, Buddy Carter and Mike Collins are Still Signing Off on Trump's War
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Sixty Days In, Buddy Carter and Mike Collins are Still Signing Off on Trump's War
Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single more
Senate Majority PAC: Sixty Days In, Dan Sullivan is Still Signing Off on Trump's War
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Sixty Days In, Dan Sullivan is Still Signing Off on Trump's War
Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single vote from Congress more
Senate Majority PAC: Sixty Days In, Jon Husted is Still Signing Off on Trump's War
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Senate Majority PAC, an organizations that works to elect Democratic senators who are committed to an economy that provides opportunity and security for America's working families and who stand up to protect the rights of all Americans, issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Sixty Days In, Jon Husted is Still Signing Off on Trump's War
Today marks 60 days since President Trump launched an unauthorized war against Iran without a single vote from Congress. more
Smith Responds to Trump's Order to Pull 5,000 U.S. Troops From Germany
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement on May 1, 2026:
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Smith Responds to Trump's Order to Pull 5,000 U.S. Troops from Germany
House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement in response to President Donald Trump's order to remove 5,000 U.S. troops from Germany.
"President Trump's order that the Pentagon begin pulling 5,000 U.S. troops fro more
State Dept. Fact Sheet: U.S. Sanctions Network Facilitating Iran's Illicit Oil Trade
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet on May 1, 2026:
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United States Sanctions Network Facilitating Iran's Illicit Oil Trade
The United States is taking decisive action to disrupt Iran's illicit oil trade, the Iranian regime's primary revenue streams that fund terrorism and regional destabilization.
Today, the Department of State sanctioned multiple entities, an individual, and a vessel involved in the trade of Iranian petroleum and petroleum pro more
State Dept.: U.S. Sanctions Tighten Grip on Iran-China Oil Trade
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following statement on May 1, 2026, by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott:
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U.S. Sanctions Tighten Grip on Iran-China Oil Trade
The United States is taking decisive action to disrupt Iran's illicit oil trade, the primary revenue stream for the Iranian regime to fund terrorism and regional destabilization.
Today, the Department of State sanctioned several entities, an individual, and a vessel involved in the trade of Irani more
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on May 1, 2026:
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Economic Fury Targets Iranian Shadow Banking Networks Moving Billions in Foreign Currency
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is designating three Iranian foreign currency exchange houses and their associated front companies as part of Economic Fury and Treasury's ongoing efforts to disrupt the Iranian regime's financial lifelines th more
Treasury Secretary Bessent Issues Remarks Before Export-Import Bank Annual Conference
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following remarks on April 30, 2026, by Secretary Scott Bessent before the Export-Import Bank Annual Conference:
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Good afternoon, and thank you for having me here today. I am grateful to Chairman John Jovanovic for the invitation, and to the entire team at the Export-Import Bank for your important work on behalf of the American people and American businesses.
Economic security is national security, and thanks to Presiden more
White House Fact Sheet: Imposing Sanctions on the Cuban Regime
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet on May 1, 2026:
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President Donald J. Trump Imposes Sanctions on Cuban Regime Officials Responsible for Repression and Threats to U.S. National Security and Foreign Policy
IMPOSING SANCTIONS ON THE CUBAN REGIME: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order imposing new sanctions on the Cuban regime, protecting U.S. national security.
* The Order broadens the existing sanctions on Cuba to include new restri more
Xeneta: The Worst May Be Over After Air Cargo Prices Surge in April
SURREY, England, May 2 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news:
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Xeneta: The worst may be over after air cargo prices surge in April
By Damian Brett
Airfreight rates may have peaked following the Middle East conflict after they increased by more than 30% year on year in April, according to data provider Xeneta.
The latest monthly figures from Xeneta show that last month airfreight demand was up 2% year on year, capacity declined by 1% and the dynamic cargo load factor increased by more
A Humanitarian Emergency: Statement from Independent Women on the Targeting of Christian Communities and Schoolgirls in Nigeria
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release:
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A Humanitarian Emergency: Statement from Independent Women on the Targeting of Christian Communities and Schoolgirls in Nigeria
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Following the recent abduction of school girls in Nigeria, Independent Women released the following statement from Meaghan Mobbs, director of the Center for American Safety and Security, condemning the ongoing attacks against more
Alabama Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Alabama members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
Alaska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Alaska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon more
Arizona Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Arizona members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
Arkansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Arkansas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
At UChicago event, former U.S. officials warn Iran war is 'unraveling' trust in NATO
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 1 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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At UChicago event, former U.S. officials warn Iran war is 'unraveling' trust in NATO
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Two months into the Iran war, requests from the United States to its longtime NATO partners for direct military support in the conflict have been largely declined, with some allies publicly criticizing the campaign.
At a recent event at the University of Chicago, former U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell said more
California Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how California members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
Capitol Hill Report, 5-01-26
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Capitol Hill Report, 5-01-26
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Audio from this morning's call is available HERE.
Topics include: the national debt, the Farm Bill, the SAVE America Act, E15, Iran and rural healthcare.
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Original text here: https://www.grassley.senate.gov/news/news-releases/capitol-hill-report-5-01-26 more
Cato Scholar: Iran Ceasefire Doesn't Stop War Powers Clock
WASHINGTON, May 1 [Category: Sociological] -- Cato Institute issued the following news release:
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Cato Scholar: Iran Ceasefire Doesn't Stop War Powers Clock
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The Trump administration's claim that the Iran ceasefire "pauses" the 60-day clock under the War Powers Resolution isn't just legally dubious, it's the latest proof the law no longer works.
Cato scholar Katherine Thompson offered the following statement:
"The Trump administration's argument that the 60-day clock under the War Pow more
Colorado Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Colorado members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
Connecticut Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Connecticut members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressin more
CORREA CALLS OUT ILLEGAL IRAN WAR
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. J. Luis Correa, D-California, issued the following news release:
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CORREA CALLS OUT ILLEGAL IRAN WAR
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WASHINGTON -Today, U.S. Representative Lou Correa (CA-46) released the following statement after Congress failed to address the 60-day deadline required by the War Powers Resolution of 1973 regarding the administration's military efforts in Iran:
" I have been outspoken in my criticism of how the White House disregarded the Constitution by conducting the Iran more
Crow Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Trump's War with Iran
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Crow Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Trump's War with Iran
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former paratrooper and Army Ranger who serves on the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and House Armed Services Committee, introduced a new War Powers resolution to end President Donald Trump's war of choice with Iran.
Crow continues to push his colleagues to reclaim Congre more
Delaware Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Delaware members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
District of Columbia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how District of Columbia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, more
Duckworth Grills Hegseth, Caine Over Lack of Strategy in Trump's Illegal, Spiraling War of Choice
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Duckworth Grills Hegseth, Caine Over Lack of Strategy in Trump's Illegal, Spiraling War of Choice
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May 01, 2026
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Combat Veteran and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today pressed Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Chairman to the Joint Chiefs of Staff General Dan Caine on the Administration's horrific lack of strategy and continued recklessness in Donald Trump's unjust more
Florida Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Florida members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
Georgia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Georgia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
Go with the flow: I&E Fellow hopes to solve water challenges
ROLLA, Missouri, May 1 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news:
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Go with the flow: I&E Fellow hopes to solve water challenges
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Effat Eskandari's research journey begins with a simple curiosity about something that most people take for granted: fresh water.
Originally from Iran and now a Ph.D. candidate in geological engineering at Missouri S&T, she's built her academic path around understanding how water moves through and beneath the surface.
As a more
Hawaii Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Hawaii members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon more
How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week?
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, May 1 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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How Much is the Lombardo-Trump Economy Costing Nevadans This Week?
Las Vegas Review-Journal : Nevadans close to breaking point with gas prices
8 News Now : Nevada named one of the worst states for working moms
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Welcome back to your weekly rundown of the damage the Lombardo-Trump economy is doing to Nevada -from driving up costs to leaving working families behind.
Although Joe Lombardo's out more
Idaho Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Idaho members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing long more
Illinois Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Illinois members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
Indiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Indiana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
Iowa Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Iowa members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing longs more
Kansas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Kansas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon more
Kentucky Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Kentucky members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
King Critical of Massive Cuts to National Parks Budget
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release:
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King Critical of Massive Cuts to National Parks Budget
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources (ENR) and Ranking Member of the National Parks Subcommittee, criticized the Administration for drastic cuts to the National Park Service's budget. In an ENR committee hearing this week, King questioned Secretary of the Interior more
King to Hegseth - "Why Are We Abandoning Ukraine?"
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release:
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King to Hegseth - "Why Are We Abandoning Ukraine?"
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME), a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC), today raised concerns regarding the administration's decision to abandon Ukraine by zeroing out military and humanitarian support in this year's Department of Defense (DoD) budget despite widespread American support for continued financial a more
Louisiana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Louisiana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess nominated to be next US Space Force Chief of Space Operations
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 1 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news:
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Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess nominated to be next US Space Force Chief of Space Operations
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ARLINGTON, Va. (AFNS) - Lt. Gen. Douglas A. Schiess has been nominated by President Donald J. Trump to serve as the Space Force's next Chief of Space Operations.
If confirmed by the Senate, Schiess will become the service's highest-ranking officer and the third Chief of Space Operations since the Space Force was es more
Maine Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Maine members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing long more
Maryland Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Maryland members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
Massachusetts Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Massachusetts members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, address more
Michigan Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Michigan members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
Minnesota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Minnesota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
Mississippi Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Mississippi members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressin more
Missouri Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Missouri members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
Montana Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Montana members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
Moulton, Crow, and Democratic Veterans Introduce War Powers Resolution to End Trump's War of Choice in Iran
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Seth Moulton, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Moulton, Crow, and Democratic Veterans Introduce War Powers Resolution to End Trump's War of Choice in Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06) and Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06) introduced a War Powers Resolution designed to end the failing war in Iran and ensure the current administration remains answerable to the American people and their representatives in Congress.
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Nebraska Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Nebraska members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
Nevada Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Nevada members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon more
New Hampshire Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New Hampshire members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, address more
New Jersey Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New Jersey members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
New Mexico Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New Mexico members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
New York Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how New York members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
NEXT WEEK: Welch to Discuss Skyrocketing Food Prices, Election Integrity; Host Common Grounds Listening Session in Addison County
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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NEXT WEEK: Welch to Discuss Skyrocketing Food Prices, Election Integrity; Host Common Grounds Listening Session in Addison County
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Welch will discuss rising food and production costs on Wednesday
Welch, Balint will discuss election integrity with Vermont Town Clerks and Vermont Secretary of State on Thursday
Wednesday May 6, 2026
10:00 a.m. Welch to Host Common Grounds Listening Sessions in Add more
North Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how North Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addres more
North Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how North Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi more
Ohio Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Ohio members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing longs more
Oklahoma Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Oklahoma members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
On National Investing Day, Here's Michael Whatley's Guide: Push Policies That Spike Stocks At Expense Of NC Families
RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 1 -- The North Carolina Democratic Party posted the following news:
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On National Investing Day, Here's Michael Whatley's Guide: Push Policies That Spike Stocks At Expense Of NC Families
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On National Investing Day, here's a reminder that DC insider and Big Oil Lobbyist Michael Whatley's investment strategy is simple: push for policies that benefit his stock portfolio, make him richer, and hurt working North Carolinians.
Whatley's agenda has sent his person more
Oregon Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Oregon members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lon more
Pennsylvania Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Pennsylvania members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi more
Private equity doubles down on risky LNG tankers
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 1 [Category: Business] -- The Private Equity Stakeholder Project issued the following news:
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Private equity doubles down on risky LNG tankers
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Private equity firms back high-emitting LNG tankers, some face geopolitical risk
In April 2026, 60 private equity-backed liquefied natural gas (LNG) tankers were identified and added to The Private Equity Climate Risks Global Fossil Fuel Asset Tracker. LNG tankers, also known as LNG carriers, are the " pipelines of the more
Rep. Panetta and Colleagues Lay Out National Security Approach to Restore America's Strength, Security, and Status
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Panetta and Colleagues Lay Out National Security Approach to Restore America's Strength, Security, and Status
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Monterey, CA -Just ahead of the 60-day mark in the war with Iran, U.S. Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) and the rest of the New Democrat Coalition National Security Working Group urged President Trump, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio to mak more
Rhode Island Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Rhode Island members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi more
South Carolina Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how South Carolina members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addres more
South Dakota Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how South Dakota members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressi more
Tennessee Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Tennessee members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
Texas Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Texas members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing long more
The king's state visit was a success - but there is still a chasm to bridge between UK and US outlooks
LOUGHBOROUGH, England, May 1 -- Loughborough University issued the following news release:
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The king's state visit was a success - but there is still a chasm to bridge between UK and US outlooks
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Amid a period of heightened tension between President Donald Trump and Prime Minister Keir Starmer, the king's carefully calibrated speech to a joint session of Congress has secured praise on both sides of the Atlantic (and on both sides of the Congressional aisle).
It was a remarkable perfo more
The Republican Recap: Week of April 27, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 1 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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The Republican Recap: Week of April 27, 2026
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Here's a recap of what Republicans achieved on the House Floor this week:
Bringing an End the Democrats' 75 Day DHS Shutdown
This week, House Republicans passed a budget resolution to pave the way for the end of Democrats' dangerous shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) by instructing committees to responsibly fu more
University of Salford: Expert Comment - Bank of England Holds Interest Rates Amid Global Uncertainty
GREATER MANCHESTER, England, May 1 -- The University of Salford issued the following news:
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Expert comment: Bank of England holds interest rates amid global uncertainty
In response to the Bank of England's decision to hold interest rates at 3.75%, Matthew Allen, Lecturer in Economics at the University of Salford, said:
The Bank of England have announced that interest rates will be held at the current rate of 3.75%, reflecting a delicate balancing act between easing inflation and mounti more
Utah Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Utah members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing longs more
Vermont Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Vermont members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing l more
War Department's $1.5 Trillion Budget Proposal Includes Sizable Nuclear Triad Investment
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, May 1 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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War Department's $1.5 Trillion Budget Proposal Includes Sizable Nuclear Triad Investment
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The War Department aims to modernize the U.S. nuclear triad -including air, land and sea weapons -and the fiscal year 2027 budget proposal includes ample investment to make that happen, said Secretary of War Pete Hegseth during testimony on Capitol Hill Apr more
Washington Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Washington members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
West Virginia Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how West Virginia members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, address more
Wisconsin Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Wisconsin members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing more
Wyoming Congressional Votes for the Week ending 2026-05-01
WASHINGTON, May 2 -- Here's a look at how Wyoming members of Congress voted over the previous week.
HOUSE VOTES:
House Vote 1:
IRS WHISTLEBLOWERS: The House has passed the IRS Whistleblower Program Improvement Act (H.R. 7959), sponsored by Rep. Mike Kelly, R-Pa., to change procedures for handling whistleblowers at the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) and the issuance of awards to the whistleblowers. Kelly said the changes would "keep the program focused, predictable, and effective, addressing lo more
As Trump's Illegal Iran War Passes Two Months, Senator Markey Reintroduces Legislation to Prevent Nuclear Plant Catastrophes in War Zones
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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As Trump's Illegal Iran War Passes Two Months, Senator Markey Reintroduces Legislation to Prevent Nuclear Plant Catastrophes in War Zones
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Bill Text (PDF)
Washington (April 30, 2026) - Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), co-chairs of the bicameral Nuclear Weapons and Arms Control Working Group, today reintroduced the Reactors at Risk Act, legislation that wou more
Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Hearing on the FY27 Budget with Top Pentagon Leadership
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Hearing on the FY27 Budget with Top Pentagon Leadership
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Secretary Hegseth, General Caine, and Mr. Jules Hurst III Testify Before the Committee
Watch Video Here
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today led a hearing to examine the Department of Defense posture for Fiscal Year 2027, focusing on the mos more
Cotton Introduces Bill to Safeguard American Military Assets from Foreign Adversaries
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Cotton Introduces Bill to Safeguard American Military Assets from Foreign Adversaries
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Contact: Patrick McCann (202) 224-2353
April 30, 2026
Washington, DC -Senator Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) today introduced legislation to safeguard America's most sensitive military assets from foreign adversaries. The Visual Protection of Strategic Assets Act presumes any foreigner from a country of concern cau more
Hirono Presses Hegseth on Illegal War in Iran, Women in Combat
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Mazie K. Hirono, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release:
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Hirono Presses Hegseth on Illegal War in Iran, Women in Combat
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~Watch Senator Hirono's Questions Here ~
WASHINGTON, D.C. Today, U.S. Senator Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), a senior member of the Senate Armed Services Committee (SASC) and Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Readiness and Management Support, raised concerns about the true costs of Trump's illegal war in Iran and pressed U.S. Departm more
Murkowski Addresses Iran Conflict on Senate Floor
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release:
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Murkowski Addresses Iran Conflict on Senate Floor
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Washington, DC- U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today spoke on the Senate floor today as we draw near to the sixty days limit that the President has the authority to conduct military operations that have not been authorized by Congress.
Watch Senator Murkowski's full remarks here.
Full transcript of Senator Murkowski's remarks, as delivere more
Murphy On Costs of Iran War: Everything is More Expensive Because of One Person's Insane Decision
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Murphy On Costs of Iran War: Everything is More Expensive Because of One Person's Insane Decision
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) today spoke on the floor of the U.S. Senate, alongside several of his Democratic colleagues, in support of a War Powers Resolution to end Trump's war with Iran. Murphy focused his remarks on the unsustainable, and still growing, economic impa more
NEWS: At 60-Day Mark of Iran War, Senate Republicans Block Attempt by Sen. Schiff, Leader Schumer to End Trump's Illegal Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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NEWS: At 60-Day Mark of Iran War, Senate Republicans Block Attempt by Sen. Schiff, Leader Schumer to End Trump's Illegal Iran War
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Schiff: "For the sake of all 13 families that have already lost someone to this senseless, directionless war. For the sake of future generations who may be sent into battle without the approval of the Congress or the American people, by a president grown too fond of more
Senator Collins' Statement on Her Vote to End Hostilities in Iran Ahead of 60-Day Deadline
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release:
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Senator Collins' Statement on Her Vote to End Hostilities in Iran Ahead of 60-Day Deadline
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Susan Collins released the following statement after her vote today in support of a resolution directing the removal of U.S. armed forces from hostilities against Iran:
"As I have said since these hostilities began, the President's authority as Commander-in-Chief is not w more
New Report Exposes Trump Cryptocurrency Corruption
WASHINGTON, April 28 [Category: Political] (TNSrpt) -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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New Report Exposes Trump Cryptocurrency Corruption
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President Donald Trump and his sons have approximately $1 billion tied to crypto venture World Liberty Financial, which was founded by the Trumps, alongside Steve Witkoff, now Trump's special envoy for peace. A new report by Public Citizen details how the venture hinges on Binance, the world's largest crypto exchange, which pleade more
Global Military Spending Rise Continues as European and Asian Expenditures Surge
SOLNA, Sweden, April 27 (TNSrep) -- The Stockholm International Peace Research Institute issued the following news release:
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Global military spending rise continues as European and Asian expenditures surge
World military expenditure reached $2887 billion in 2025, an increase of 2.9 per cent in real terms over 2024. Military spending declined in the United States but rose by 14 per cent in Europe and by 8.1 per cent in Asia and Oceania. The top three military spenders--the USA, China and more
Road Haulage Association: Fuel Prices Up 29% - IRU Report Lays Bare the Crisis Facing European Operators
PETERBOROUGH, England, April 26 -- The Road Haulage Association issued the following statement by Managing Director Richard Smith:
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Fuel prices up 29%: IRU report lays bare the crisis facing European operators
The extended ceasefire in Iran and continuing blockade of vessels either side of the Strait of Hormuz is creating a cumulative challenge for road transport operators in the UK and around the world.
Spot crude prices are around 40% above Brent, meaning refineries pay far more than more
