DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 24 -- The Denver Foundation issued the following news:
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2026 Ballot Guide from The Denver Foundation
October 22, 2026
Tuesday, Nov. 3, voters will make decisions on state and local issues. This ballot will tie the previous state record of 14 statewide measures. We want to help you get the information you need to make an informed vote.
Below is our ballot guide and links to additional ballot guides from other organizations that we either fund or have a track recor more
40 New Standard Partners Commit to MRAA
BROOKLYN PARK, Minnesota, Oct. 24 -- The Marine Retailers Association of the Americas issued the following news:
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40 New Standard Partners Commit to MRAA
Over a nine-month period, MRAA has added 40 Standard Partners, many of whom will exhibit at the association's annual Dealer Week Conference & Expo. That event is slated for Dec.6-9, in Tampa, Fla.
Nearly All Are Set to Exhibit at Dealer Week 2026, Sharing Unique Expertise and Solutions With Attending Boat Retailers
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Anker Eufy Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly Certification for Robot Vacuum Omni E35
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 24 -- The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America issued the following news release:
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Anker eufy Earns Asthma & Allergy Friendly(R) Certification for Robot Vacuum Omni E35
Certified Anker eufy Robot Vacuum Omni E35 supports healthier homes through proven allergen reduction and consistent cleaning performance
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Washington, D.C., October 22, 2026 - The Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) and Allergy Standards Limited (ASL) announce that the Anker eu more
Co-op and Circana Extend Strategic Partnership to Unlock the Next Generation of Retail Growth
CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 24 -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release:
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Co-op and Circana extend strategic partnership to unlock the next generation of retail growth
Oct 23, 2026
Co-op and Circana partnership extended in multi-year deal as HIVE evolves into a more connected ecosystem bringing together m more
Dell Technologies Powers the Future of Sports With Bevo Lab
ROUND ROCK, Texas, Oct. 24 -- Dell Technologies, a company that says it provides computer technology and services portfolio for the data era, issued the following news:
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Dell Technologies Powers the Future of Sports with Bevo Lab
October 23, 2026 -- Today, Dell Technologies announced it is powering Bevo Lab, a first-of-its-kind sports AI and analytics lab at the University of Texas at Austin, in partnership with Texas Athletics and the Business of Sports Institute at the McCombs School o more
Dow Reports Q3 2026 Results
MIDLAND, Michigan, Oct. 24 -- Dow, a materials science company that says it serves customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications, issued the following news release:
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Dow reports third quarter 2026 results
FINANCIAL HIGHLIGHTS
* Net sales were $11.3 billion, up 13% year-over-year, reflecting increases in all operating segments.
* Local price increased 14% versus the year-ago period, led by gains in Packaging & more
Ford Foundation Charts New Course to Support Preconditions for Thriving Democracies
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 (TNSrpt) -- The Ford Foundation issued the following news:
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Ford Foundation Charts New Course to Support Preconditions for Thriving Democracies
New strategy will refocus the foundation's mission to protect and strengthen democratic values, fundamental freedoms, and inclusive economies worldwide
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NEW YORK (October 22, 2026) - The Ford Foundation today unveiled its new strategic direction to support the preconditions necessary for democracies to thrive. The foundation more
Frost and Sullivan: Total Airport Management Market to More Than Double to $10.36 Billion by 2034 as Airports Integrate Operations Data
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 24 (TNSrep) -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release:
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Total Airport Management Market to More than Double to $10.36 Billion by 2034 as Airports Integrate Operations Data
Airports face a capacity challenge that new construction alone cannot solve. With global passenger traffic expected to nearly double by 2045 and little room for new runways, to more
International Myeloma Foundation Launches US Myeloma Network to Accelerate Clinical Trials, Expand Access, and Improve Patient Care
NORTH HOLLYWOOD, California, Oct. 24 -- The International Myeloma Foundation issued the following news:
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The International Myeloma Foundation Launches US Myeloma Network to Accelerate Clinical Trials, Expand Access, and Improve Patient Care
STUDIO CITY, CA, October 22, 2026 -- Today, the International Myeloma Foundation (IMF) announced the launch of the US Myeloma Network (USMN) -- a first-of-its-kind national clinical research network designed to accelerate the prevention and cure of more
McKinsey and Co.: How LATAM is Using Digital and AI to Unlock Its Next Era of Growth
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- McKinsey and Co., a worldwide management consulting firm, presented the following news:
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How LATAM is using digital and AI to unlock its next era of growth
October 22, 2026
With roots dating back to 1929, LATAM Airlines has grown into a complex operation with about 1,600 daily flights and more than 80 million passengers each year. Following an efficiency program that brought renewed financial discipline, strong customer satisfaction, and industry-leading operational more
OpenAI: Securing Our Frontier Model Training Environment
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 24 -- OpenAI, an Artificial Intelligence research and deployment company, issued the following news:
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Securing our frontier model training environment
We've strengthened containment for internal frontier-model training and evaluation and used our strongest models to red-team the boundaries.
This post describes how we secure the environments that we use to train and evaluate frontier models. These research settings differ from those in wh more
Oracle Announces $1 Billion Investment to Accelerate Partner Growth and AI-Driven Modernization for Customers
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Oct. 24 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release:
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Oracle Announces $1 Billion Investment to Accelerate Partner Growth and AI-Driven Modernization for Customers
Expanded benefits and incentives provide resources to build offerings, pursue new business, and deliver customer success
Oracle AI World, LAS VEGAS--Oct 23, 2026
Oracle today announced a $1 billion commitment to its partner ecosystem to help partner more
Oracle Expands Marketplace to Unlock New Partner Growth Opportunities
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Oct. 24 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release:
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Oracle Expands Marketplace to Unlock New Partner Growth Opportunities
Expanded access to cloud commitments, collaboration with Oracle sellers, and new purchasing options help partners turn enterprise demand into revenue
Oracle AI World, LAS VEGAS--Oct 23, 2026
Oracle today announced enhancements to Oracle Marketplace designed to help software and services pa more
Pijar Foundation and The Rockefeller Foundation Launch Asia Leaders' Circle for Southeast Asia's Next Generation of Leaders
NEW YORK, Oct. 24 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release:
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Pijar Foundation and The Rockefeller Foundation Launch Asia Leaders' Circle for Southeast Asia's Next Generation of Leaders
The regional fellowship will bring together 18 emerging leaders to reflect on complex challenges facing the region and strengthen leadership practices that better account for the needs of underserved communities.
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BANGKOK | October 23, 2026 -- Pijar Foundation, with support from T more
Report From SAS Institute: Why AI at Scale Needs Governance at Speed
WASHINGTON, Oct. 24 (TNSCrpt) -- Why AI at Scale Needs Governance at Speed - A report from SAS Institute - October 2026 (27 pages)
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Executive Summary
AI is transforming banking across credit, treasury and enterprise risk. In a survey conducted for this research, 82% say that banks are using generative AI, and 41% are using agentic AI in their decision making processes today.
Amid such rapid adoption, firms can lose sight of best practices. This new study, conducted by FT Longitude and s more
Researchers Develop First High-Resolution Map of Groundwater Across Brazil
PRINCETON, New Jersey, Oct. 24 -- The High Meadows Environmental Institute at Princeton University posted the following news:
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Researchers Develop First High-Resolution Map of Groundwater Across Brazil
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Princeton researchers used machine learning to construct a map of groundwater levels across the entire 3.29-million-square-mile (8.5 million km2) expanse of Brazil, from its rainforests to its alternately dry and rainy savanna. It is the first national-scale high resolution overview of more
We Meet Change with Curiosity
TACOMA, Washington, Oct. 24 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news:
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We Meet Change with Curiosity
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Artificial intelligence was once a futuristic curiosity, but it is now woven into the rhythms of daily campus life at the University of Puget Sound -- and students like Ella Tao '27 and Minnie Jellinek '27 have front-row seats to the shift.
"I'm relatively comfortable in using AI in various contexts, whether it is for work, school, or personal use," said Tao, a doubl more
A lifelong learner, Carnes recognized for his nursing leadership and care
WINGATE, North Carolina, Oct. 23 -- Wingate University posted the following news:
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A lifelong learner, Carnes recognized for his nursing leadership and care
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Even while he was still in nursing school, Anthony Carnes '15 knew that his professional career would involve leading others. He told Kristen Barbee, who ran Wingate's nursing program at the time, "I want to be a manager one day."
"I think it was just seeing that people had already impacted me," Carnes says, "so how can I impact more
Amy Johnson Appointed President of GDIT
RESTON, Virginia, Oct. 23 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- General Dynamics issued the following news release:
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Amy Johnson Appointed President of GDIT
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RESTON, Va. - General Dynamics (NYSE:GD) announced today that Amy Johnson has been appointed as president of GDIT, effective November 3.
Johnson is a 27-year veteran of General Dynamics Mission Systems, where she held increasingly senior roles in engineering, engineering management and business leadership across cybersecurity, defen more
At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 23 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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At MIT, Martha Minow speaks on sustaining democracy, both by using and overcoming AI
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Legal scholar Martha Minow delivered this fall's Compton Lecture at MIT on Thursday, examining the civic foundations of democracy -- and describing how artificial intelligence is undermining it, but could be used to help reinforce traditional U.S. governance.
"It's not a good time for democracy more
Brain Trust: Emerging scholar Affonso prepares marketers to handle AI challenges
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 23 -- Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business posted the following news:
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Brain Trust: Emerging scholar Affonso prepares marketers to handle AI challenges
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A gray robot face follows a simple ascending pattern across three squares. A question mark hovers above a fourth blank square, prompting viewers to complete the sequence.
Affonso's whimsical illustration mimics an elementary textbook lesson, but it's a clever trap.
The Spears School of Busine more
Canisius Faculty Share Research and Ideas Across Disciplines
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 23 -- Canisius University issued the following news:
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Canisius Faculty Share Research and Ideas Across Disciplines
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Canisius University faculty shared their research, creative work and scholarly pursuits during the second annual Celebration of Faculty Scholarship on Oct. 21 in Science Hall. The event highlights the range of inquiry taking place across disciplines and its role in enriching the student experience.
Hosted by the IMPACT Center, the event brought to more
CMU Ph.D. student presents research on AI bias and fairness at international conference
MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Oct. 23 -- Central Michigan University posted the following news:
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CMU Ph.D. student presents research on AI bias and fairness at international conference
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Hairu Fan's research explores how disparities emerge in artificial intelligence systems and how researchers can better understand the factors behind them
Central Michigan University doctoral student Hairu Fan is advancing research into responsible artificial intelligence, presenting two studies examining A more
College Credit for Work Experience
PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 23 -- The University of Phoenix posted the following news release:
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College Credit for Work Experience
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During National Transfer Student Week, credit mobility expert Devin Andrews shares guidance on evaluating learning from work, training and life experience.
University of Phoenix is helping working adults better understand how knowledge and skills gained outside the traditional classroom may qualify for college credit. During National Transfer Student Week, Oct more
COMM Updates - 10/22/2026
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 23 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news:
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COMM Updates - 10/22/2026
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Graduate student Nishat Tasnim presented "The Condolence Clause: The Boundaries of Accountability after the San Diego Mosque Shooting" at the conference Confronting the Rising Tide: Islamophobia, White Nationalism, and the Global Assault on Muslim Life conference.
Nishat presented research examining how five major U.S. news outlets framed more
Communication students glean career lessons from award-winning broadcast journalist
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 23 -- George Mason University posted the following news:
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Communication students glean career lessons from award-winning broadcast journalist
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Conduent Completes $447 Million Refinancing, Advancing Deleveraging and De-Risking
FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Oct. 23 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Conduent, a business process services and solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Conduent Completes $447 Million Refinancing, Advancing Deleveraging and De-Risking
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Transaction extends revolving credit maturities to May 2029, adds $90 million in commitments, including a $15 million letter of credit facility -- and bolsters Conduent's financial foundation to execute ASCEND 2026-28
Conduent Incorpora more
Congressional Budget Office: 'Recent Publications & Work in Progress as of Sept. 30, 2026'
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report entitled "Recent Publications and Work in Progress as of Sept. 30, 2026."
Here are excerpts:
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To provide Congress with a comprehensive review of its work, the Congressional Budget Office publishes quarterly reports that highlight the agency's recent publications and summarize its work in progress./1
Over the past three months, CBO has produced a variety of budget and economic analyses, fulfilli more
CU Boulder Engineering and Business Students Tackle State Energy Challenges at Annual Colorado Impact Hackathon
BOULDER, Colorado, Oct. 23 -- The University of Colorado Boulder Leeds School of Business posted the following news:
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CU Boulder Engineering and Business Students Tackle State Energy Challenges at Annual Colorado Impact Hackathon
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Engineering and business students from the University of Colorado Boulder stepped up to the whiteboard on Oct. 21, joining forces with the Colorado Energy Office and Google Boulder for the annual Colorado Impact Hackathon.
What is the Colorado Impact Hackath more
Cyclotron expansion to accelerate precision medicine
MADISON, Wisconsin, Oct. 23 -- The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health posted the following news:
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Cyclotron expansion to accelerate precision medicine
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A team led by Daifeng Wang, PhD, used an emerging artificial intelligence model to create two new tools that aim to help link changes in brain cells to Alzheimer's symptoms.
The University of Wisconsin School of Medicine and Public Health on Friday broke ground on a $62 million cyclotron expansion project to b more
Do You Need to Be a Programmer to Lead AI Adoption?
OLIVET, Michigan, Oct. 23 -- The University of Olivet posted the following news:
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Do You Need to Be a Programmer to Lead AI Adoption?
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You don't need to be a programmer to lead AI adoption. You need the judgment to guide teams, ask strong questions, and make responsible decisions about how AI gets used.
Through the Authentic Intelligence (AI) Leadership for Responsible Organizations concentration, students in our Master of Arts in Leadership program explore how to guide ethical AI ado more
Experts Share Updates on Breast Cancer Screening and Treatment
LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 23 [Category: BizHospital] -- Cedars-Sinai, a nonprofit academic healthcare organization, posted the following news:
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Experts Share Updates on Breast Cancer Screening and Treatment
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During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Cedars-Sinai Surgical Oncologists Discuss Advances in Mammography, Personalized Therapies
Advances in breast cancer screening and treatment are helping doctors detect the disease earlier, tailor therapies to individual patients and, in som more
Former president of Poland Andrzej Duda instructs on executive decision-making in times of crisis
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 23 -- George Mason University posted the following news:
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Former president of Poland Andrzej Duda instructs on executive decision-making in times of crisis
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Forum brings together Ohio State faculty, staff to share AI best practices
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ohio State University posted the following news:
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Forum brings together Ohio State faculty, staff to share AI best practices
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Participants discuss using AI in classroom, across disciplines
The Ohio State University faculty and staff came together last week to discuss how artificial intelligence (AI) is being implemented across disciplines. The Office of Academic Affairs convened the AI Fluency Forum at the Ohio Union, with about 200 people from throughout th more
From Pharmacy to Policy: UM Student Finds Her Voice on Montana Board of Regents
MISSOULA, Montana, Oct. 23 -- The University of Montana posted the following news release:
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From Pharmacy to Policy: UM Student Finds Her Voice on Montana Board of Regents
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MISSOULA - Quindy Gronley is prepping for a career in pharmacy, not politics. Yet the University of Montana student now has a vote on decisions shaping higher education across the state.
Typically, student representatives serving on the Montana Board of Regents come from academic backgrounds more closely aligned wi more
FSU's ICON-Health marks first anniversary with Discovery Days symposium
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Oct. 23 -- Florida State University posted the following news:
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FSU's ICON-Health marks first anniversary with Discovery Days symposium
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Florida State University's Institute for Connecting Nutrition and Health (ICON-Health) marked its first anniversary Oct. 20 with a symposium exploring how poor diet drives chronic disease and how lifestyle medicine and GLP-1 are changing treatments and even food choices in our society.
Nearly three in four U.S. adults are overwe more
Gap Inc. Reimagines Holiday Hiring with AI Tools to Help Connect Talent with its Iconic Brands
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 23 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Gap, a retailer of clothing and accessories, posted the following news release:
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Gap Inc. Reimagines Holiday Hiring with AI Tools to Help Connect Talent with its Iconic Brands
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AI-enabled "Bridgette" takes the administrative work out of hiring, not the human connection.
As Gap Inc. prepares for the holiday season, the company is using artificial intelligence to make one of retail's busiest hiring moments faster, si more
George Mason University and VCU partnership seeks answers to chronic neuropathy pain after breast cancer treatment
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Oct. 23 -- George Mason University posted the following news:
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George Mason University and VCU partnership seeks answers to chronic neuropathy pain after breast cancer treatment
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Harvard and MIT scholars gather for a dialogue on dignity in economic life
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 23 -- Harvard University posted the following news:
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Harvard and MIT scholars gather for a dialogue on dignity in economic life
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Technology, climate change, and shifting power structures are upending work and trade. What do these changes mean for human dignity -- the inherent, unconditional, and inalienable worth that all humans possess? This was the central question scholars at Harvard and MIT addressed at the inaugural "Dialogue on Dignity in Economic L more
History professor Brent Morris honored with Governor's Award from SC Humanities
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Oct. 23 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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History professor Brent Morris honored with Governor's Award from SC Humanities
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Professor Brent Morris of the Clemson University Department of History and Geography was recognized with the Governor's Award from SC Humanities. The Governor's Awards recognize outstanding achievement in humanities research, teaching and scholarship.
He accepted the honor at the South Carolina Awards in the Humanities, pre more
HPU Poll: 61% of North Carolinians Say They Will Spend Less Than $100 This Halloween
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Oct. 23 -- High Point University posted the following news release:
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HPU Poll: 61% of North Carolinians Say They Will Spend Less Than $100 This Halloween
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HIGH POINT, N.C., Oct. 23, 2026 - A High Point University(r) Poll finds about three-fifths of North Carolinians (61%) say they will spend less than $100 on Halloween, including costumes, decorations, candy to give out and food and drinks.
While 28% say they will spend more than $100 on Halloween, three-fi more
HPU Research and Innovation: October 2026
HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Oct. 23 -- High Point University posted the following news release:
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HPU Research and Innovation: October 2026
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Sixty-two High Point University(r) physical therapy students presented their research at the American Physical Therapy Association of North Carolina annual conference on Oct. 9 and 10, which HPU hosted in the Congdon School of Health Sciences.
HIGH POINT, N.C., Oct. 23, 2026 - High Point University students, faculty and staff frequently conduct, p more
ICYMI: Deluzio Completes Successful October Town Hall Tour
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Deluzio Completes Successful October Town Hall Tour
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CARNEGIE, PA - Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) held a three-part October Town Hall Tour across Pennsylvania's 17th Congressional District. The in-person events were in Penn Hills on October 5th, Carnegie on October 13th, and Beaver Falls on October 17th. More than 220 people attended the three events to hear from Congressman Deluzi more
Innovators Honored at MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers 2026 Aftermarket Technology Conference
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, North Carolina, Oct. 23 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- MEMA, The Vehicle Suppliers Association posted the following news release:
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Innovators Honored at MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers 2026 Aftermarket Technology Conference
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RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. - (October 23, 2026) - MEMA Aftermarket Suppliers presented its annual MEMA Aftermarket Startup Challenge (MASC) as well as the Business Technology Council's (BTC) Technology Innovation Award and Think Tank Award more
Is training AI on copyrighted works fair use? Scholars say "market dilution" theory still lacks evidence
BERKELEY, California, Oct. 23 -- The University of California Berkeley campus Haas School of Business posted the following news release:
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Is training AI on copyrighted works fair use? Scholars say "market dilution" theory still lacks evidence
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Researchers launch new tool measuring AI's impact on human wellbeing
AI Nutrition Labels' reveal how leading AI models shape human wellbeing.
Haas News
An author may take years to write a book, while an AI system can produce a novel in a fract more
ITI Publishes Tech Sector Recommendations for Incoming Lithuanian Council Presidency
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Information Technology Industry Council posted the following news release:
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ITI Publishes Tech Sector Recommendations for Incoming Lithuanian Council Presidency
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BRUSSELS - Global tech trade association ITI today published policy recommendations for the 2027 Lithuanian Presidency of the Council of the EU. Lithuania takes the helm with security and resilience at the top of the agenda and ITI's recommendations start from the same more
Marian University Faculty Put Critical Thinking at the Center of AI-Powered Learning
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 23 -- Marian University posted the following news:
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Marian University Faculty Put Critical Thinking at the Center of AI-Powered Learning
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From business analytics to nursing and medicine, faculty are using artificial intelligence to support students while keeping human judgment at the heart of education.
When students in Bonnie Garrity's upper-level business analytics course need help understanding a difficult concept, they no longer have to wait until the n more
More Flexible and More Personalized
LOUDONVILLE, New York, Oct. 23 -- Siena College posted the following news:
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More Flexible and More Personalized
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Siena's School of Business designs its academic programs to put students first while responding to the evolving needs of industry.
To that end, Siena has revised and updated its Master of Business Administration (MBA) program to be more flexible and personalized, now with a fully online option. In the spring, a new four-course Advanced Certificate in Business Transformation more
New AI-powered mosquito trap could help curb dengue outbreaks
TAMPA, Florida, Oct. 23 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
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New AI-powered mosquito trap could help curb dengue outbreaks
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As Florida continues to face one of its worst dengue outbreaks in nearly a century, an innovative mosquito trap created by USF startup Digitomy is helping curb the spread of the virus and other mosquito-borne diseases. The smart trap contains patented AI technology and has achieved more than 98% accuracy in identifying mosquito species du more
New course bridges student pathway from college to career
ITHACA, New York, Oct. 23 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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New course bridges student pathway from college to career
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A new course in the College of Arts & Sciences, Career BRIDGE (Building Readiness, Insight, Direction, Growth, & Experience), will help students gain professional development skills and prepare for today's workforce. It will also include a career trek to New York City during spring break to network with alumni and potential employers.
The course, which more
New engineering offerings promote career readiness for healthcare, banking, defense
DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news:
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New engineering offerings promote career readiness for healthcare, banking, defense
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New offerings for University of Dayton engineering students are designed to broaden expertise they will take into the workforce, especially in the healthcare, defense, automotive and banking industries.
"Industries are being reshaped faster than ever, and our students deserve an education that holds up through that change. B more
Newsweek Ranks Cleveland Clinic Among World's Best Smart Hospitals
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Oct. 23 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Cleveland Clinic posted the following news release:
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Newsweek Ranks Cleveland Clinic Among World's Best Smart Hospitals
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Cleveland Clinic earned Newsweek's new Leader in AI Innovation Distinction
Eric Boose, M.D., uses AI software to document a patient appointment.
Newsweek has recognized Cleveland Clinic as one of the top hospitalsin the world for leveraging technology to improve efficiency and support better patient outcomes.
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Notre Dame wraps another landmark year for research awards
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Oct. 23 -- The University of Notre Dame posted the following news:
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Notre Dame wraps another landmark year for research awards
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During the 2025-2026 fiscal year, the University of Notre Dame continued its trajectory of research growth, submitting the most proposals and receiving the highest value of external research awards in the institution's history.
"I want to congratulate our amazing faculty, staff, and students for their incredible success in pursuing new op more
Ohio State president says he's "bullish" on the state of higher ed
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- Ohio State University posted the following news:
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Ohio State president says he's "bullish" on the state of higher ed
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Bellamkonda discusses important issues at Columbus Metropolitan Club forum
Despite acknowledging that higher education in the U.S. is under duress, Ravi V. Bellamkonda, 18th president of The Ohio State University, said the core mission of colleges and universities remains important. Educating students and discovering new knowledge are critica more
Optica announces 2027 Fellows class
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 [Category: Medical] -- Optica, formerly the Optical Society, posted the following news release:
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Optica announces 2027 Fellows class
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116 members from 23 countries have been elected as Fellows for their outstanding contributions and service to Optica and the community
The Board of Directors of Optica, Advancing Optics and Photonics Worldwide, recently elected 116 members from 23 countries to the Society's 2027 Fellow Class. Optica Fellows are selected based on seve more
ORNL Launches National Center to Modernize US Forest Products Manufacturing
OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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ORNL launches national center to modernize US forest products manufacturing
Oct 22, 2026
The Department of Energy's (DOE) Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is leading a new national effort in collaboration with DOE's National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) to revitalize the U.S. pulp, paper and packaging industry through science and technology innovation. more
Penn State World Campus expands seven-week course options for students
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Oct. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Penn State World Campus expands seven-week course options for students
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Penn State World Campus is increasing the number of courses it offers in a seven-week format, giving students more flexibility in how they build their semesters around work and family.
About 50 more seven-week courses will be offered in 2027, bringing the format to offerings in visual arts, n more
Purdue, GlobalFoundries expand partnership with master research agreement
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Oct. 23 -- Purdue University posted the following news release:
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Purdue, GlobalFoundries expand partnership with master research agreement
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New framework accelerates semiconductor R&D and strengthens workforce pipeline
WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- Purdue University has announced a master research agreement (MRA) with GlobalFoundries (GF), a leading manufacturer of essential semiconductors, significantly expanding the university's research capabilities and bolsterin more
Q&A: How AI came to model the "messy" human mind
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 23 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Q&A: How AI came to model the "messy" human mind
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Generative artificial intelligence models are rooted in ideas of mid-20th century engineers who thought some amount of irrationality was essential for a machine that could think like a human, contends Benjamin Lindquist, an assistant professor in the MIT History Section, who holds an MIT Schwarzman College of Computing shared posit more
Reinforcing the value of human understanding at MIT
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 23 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Reinforcing the value of human understanding at MIT
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At the MIT School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (SHASS) 75th Anniversary Symposium, speakers celebrated the school's value and contributions, while exploring how artificial intelligence is transforming many aspects of teaching, research, and society.
The symposium was held Sept. 24-25 in the Linde Music Building's Th more
Reps. Pettersen, Krishnamoorthi Lead Effort Demanding Answers on ICE's Backdoor Access to License Plate Surveillance Network
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- Rep. Brittany Pettersen, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Reps. Pettersen, Krishnamoorthi Lead Effort Demanding Answers on ICE's Backdoor Access to License Plate Surveillance Network
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Recent Investigation Uncovered More Than 4K Searches of Flock Safety Camera Data by Law Enforcement; Report Describes How ICE Obtained Access with No Formal Contract with Flock Governing that Access.
Washington, October 23, 2026
LAKEWOOD - Congresswoman Brittany Pet more
San Jac hosts Houston-area health information management professionals
PASADENA, Texas, Oct. 23 -- San Jacinto College posted the following news:
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San Jac hosts Houston-area health information management professionals
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PASADENA, Texas - San Jacinto College welcomed health information management professionals and students from across the Houston region Sept. 25 for the Houston Area Health Information Management Association's fall membership meeting.
Hosted by the College's Health Information Management program at San Jacinto College North, the daylong eve more
Study: Young adults with cancer report putting off appointments, getting dismissed by doctors
BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 23 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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Study: Young adults with cancer report putting off appointments, getting dismissed by doctors
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BUFFALO, N.Y. -- When Natasha Allard's close friend Dave was diagnosed with Stage 4 testicular cancer at age 26, the University at Buffalo postdoctoral associate started paying more attention to how cancer was upending the lives of young people.
What she saw would eventu more
Tennessee Tech students find success, community after spring semester start
COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 23 -- Tennessee Technological University posted the following news release:
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Tennessee Tech students find success, community after spring semester start
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For Tennessee Tech University freshmen Arianna Michael and Savannah Knepp, the path to college didn't follow the traditional calendar.
Michael, a McMinnville native, originally planned to enroll in college in fall 2025. But as a first-generation college student, she found herself navigating an unfamiliar p more
The Comfort of Enduring Connections
TACOMA, Washington, Oct. 23 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news:
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The Comfort of Enduring Connections
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When I consider what I most loved about my time at Puget Sound, what most rises up are the sense-memory cues.
The smell of hazelnut filling my nose as I clutched my morning latte on the way to class. The din of lacrosse practice sneaking through the glass of my Phibbs Hall dorm window. The feeling of damp wool socks sliding around inside my Birkenstocks. The ca more
The Human Advantage
MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Oct. 23 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news:
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The Human Advantage
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How MTSU's College of Liberal Arts is preparing students to thrive in an age of artificial intelligence
The email is written before you finish typing the prompt. A marketing plan appears in seconds. A few more words produce an image, summarize a research paper, translate text to another language, or compose a piece of music.
Artificial intelligence (AI) has moved fro more
Top stories of Advocacy Update: October 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 23 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release:
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Top stories of Advocacy Update: October 2026
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Get essential advocacy news and information on key national and state issues impacting physicians, patients and the healthcare environment. View past issues of Advocacy Update.
Week of Oct. 23
* ## Take action on H.R. 9693: Medicare payment's last chance this year
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* After the Nov. 3 election, Congress wi more
Treasury Issues Proposed Rule to Implement Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release:
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Treasury Issues Proposed Rule to Implement Comprehensive Outbound Investment National Security Act
October 22, 2026
WASHINGTON- The U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) today issued a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) to propose updates to the Outbound Investment Security Program (OISP) based on direction from Congress in the Comprehensive Outbound Investment Security (COINS) Act, pas more
UD in the News Oct. 17-23
DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news:
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UD in the News Oct. 17-23
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Spectrum News 1 Ohio featured hands-on learning in the Davis Center for Portfolio Management and how its students are giving back to the community. Faculty also lent their expertise to The National Desk, TIME and The Conversation.
Student-run investment fund offers unique hands-on experience
Spectrum News 1 Ohio
William Otterbein, student
A pregnant mom let her 5-year-old stay o more
University of Lynchburg faculty named endowed professors
LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Oct. 23 -- The University of Lynchburg posted the following news:
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University of Lynchburg faculty named endowed professors
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Three University of Lynchburg faculty members have been named to endowed professorships, recognizing their contributions to teaching, scholarship, and the University community.
Dr. Eric Kyper, professor of business and economics, and Dr. Michael Schnur, assistant professor of economics, each have been named a Douglas D. Drysdale Professor of more
URI to join State Department grant to help feed the future in fisheries
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Oct. 23 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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URI to join State Department grant to help feed the future in fisheries
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KINGSTON, R.I. - Oct. 23, 2026 - A University of Rhode Island professor with a global portfolio of work and a marine research associate in URI's Coastal Institute are joining a multi-million dollar project funded by the U.S. Department of State, utilizing their expertise in international fisheries.
Professor Austin Humph more
UToledo President Charts Next Chapter in State of the University Address
TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Toledo posted the following news:
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UToledo President Charts Next Chapter in State of the University Address
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University of Toledo President James Holloway is planning for growth to strengthen the University's impact on Northwest Ohio, setting ambitious goals for enrollment, research funding and patient care in his State of the University address.
Speaking Thursday, Oct. 22, in Doermann Theatre, Holloway outlined the Growing for Toledo strateg more
UToledo's CIO Named to Inaugural Cyber25 List
TOLEDO, Ohio, Oct. 23 -- The University of Toledo posted the following news:
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UToledo's CIO Named to Inaugural Cyber25 List
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Dr. Bill McCreary, vice president, chief information officer and chief technology officer at The University of Toledo, has been named to the inaugural Cyber25, a list of 25 leaders "protecting Ohio's digital future."
Cyber25 is a new annual recognition from Ohio Tech News and OhioX, presented by ATC. It honors cybersecurity leaders who are protecting Ohio's busi more
William Paterson University Unveils Studio X, a New Space for the Next Generation of Content Creators
WAYNE, New Jersey, Oct. 23 -- William Paterson University posted the following news:
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William Paterson University Unveils Studio X, a New Space for the Next Generation of Content Creators
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The way we create and consume media has changed dramatically, and William Paterson University's Communication Department is evolving with it. The University has transformed a former television studio in Hamilton Hall into Studio X, a flexible, modern production space where students can bring their cr more
A Halloween Interview with Jacques Monod
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 22 -- Vanderbilt University School of Medicine Basic Sciences posted the following news:
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A Halloween Interview with Jacques Monod
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Jacques Monod was born in 1910, earned his Ph.D. from the University of Paris in 1941, joined the Pasteur Institute in 1943, and shared the 1965 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine with Pasteur colleagues Francois Jacob and Andre Lwoff. He passed away in 1976. As we will see, Transylvanian connections allowed Protein Society CE more
A vision made real: Weidner's $10 million gift positions OSU as real estate education leader
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 22 -- Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business posted the following news:
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A vision made real: Weidner's $10 million gift positions OSU as real estate education leader
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* Dean Weidner made a $10 million gift to establish the Weidner Business and Real Estate Center at OSU.
* On the Business Building's third floor, the center will merge a world-class education with scholarship access and professional development opportunities in real estate, honorin more
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Jake Auchincloss, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Auchincloss, Griffith Introduce Faster Clinical Trials Act
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AUCHINCLOSS, GRIFFITH INTRODUCE FASTER CLINICAL TRIALS ACT
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, Reps. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) and Morgan Griffith (R-VA) released the Faster Clinical Trials Act. The proposal would speed the development of new treatments, invest in clinical research, and propel U.S. leadership in biomedical innovation.
For more
Centers of attention: Spears Business economists analyze 'new wave' of data centers
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 22 -- Oklahoma State University Spears School of Business posted the following news:
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Centers of attention: Spears Business economists analyze 'new wave' of data centers
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* Dr. Rui Du and Dr. Xiaojin Aaron Sun are collaborating to research data center location choices and the impact on real estate markets.
* According to Pew Research Center, 42% of Americans resided in a 5-mile radius from a functional data center or a chosen data center site as of April 202 more
Congresswoman Miller-Meeks Visits Muscatine Child Protection Center
WASHINGTON, Oct. 22 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Miller-Meeks Visits Muscatine Child Protection Center
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MUSCATINE, IA -- Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks (IA-01) today visited the Mississippi Valley Child Protection Center in Muscatine to learn more about their important work protecting children and supporting families.
"Every child deserves to grow up feeling safe, loved, and protected. It is heartbreaking that some more
Connecting the Dots: Team EvalOps clinches top honors at 4th annual ATEC AI Challenge
ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Maryland, Oct. 22 -- The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command issued the following news:
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Connecting the Dots: Team EvalOps clinches top honors at 4th annual ATEC AI Challenge
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ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. -- The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command (ATEC) recognized the winner of its fourth annual ATEC AI Challenge during the ATEC Data Summit on Sept. 22.
The ATEC AI Challenge is an annual initiative leveraging the internal talent of the ATEC workforce to s more
Hope College Hosts Brent Orrell as Guest Lecturer on the Age of AI
HOLLAND, Michigan, Oct. 22 -- Hope College posted the following news:
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Hope College Hosts Brent Orrell as Guest Lecturer on the Age of AI
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The advancement of artificial intelligence, expansion of data centers and speculation over an AI-driven jobs crisis have left many uneasy about what comes next. Questions such as "How will AI affect my career prospects?" and "Will AI help or harm human flourishing?" have become common in schools and the workforce alike.
Mr. Brent Orrell will explor more
SPH at APHA 2026
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 22 -- The Boston University School of Public Health issued the following news:
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SPH at APHA 2026
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The 2026 American Public Health Association Annual Meeting & Expo will take place in San Antonio, Texas November 1 - 4. Here is a rundown of SPH's participation in the conference, including oral presentations, roundtables, panels, awards, the exhibit hall booth, and the Alumni & Friends reception.
More than 11,000 public health experts are expected to attend th more
UCF's New Pegasus Launch Program Looks to Propel Transfer Students into Careers
ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 22 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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UCF's New Pegasus Launch Program Looks to Propel Transfer Students into Careers
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Pegasus Launch Program, a new innovative initiative at UCF, seeks to help transfer students secure post-graduation employment or graduate school placement as the university continues to focus on career readiness.
Through the new program, funded by the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, UCF is building a more intention more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Bipartisan American Affordability & Jobs Act of 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12746) on Oct. 14, 2026, by energy policy specialist Ashley J. Lawson:
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The Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026 and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission's Backstop Siting Authority
The Bipartisan American Affordability and Jobs Act of 2026 (BAAJA; S. 5653) was introduced on September 30, 2026. The bill would address numerous aspects of energy infrastr more
Congressional Review Act - Defining a "Rule" & Overturning a Rule an Agency Did Not Submit to Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11096) on Oct. 14, 2026, by government and organization and management specialist Maeve P. Carey legislative attorney Valerie C. Brannon.
Here are excerpts:
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The Congressional Review Act: Defining a "Rule" and Overturning a Rule an Agency Did Not Submit to Congress
The Congressional Review Act (CRA, 5 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.801-808) provides Congress with a mechanism to review fe more
Cost-of-Living Adjustments for Federal Civil Service Annuities Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. 94-834) on Oct. 14, 2026, entitled "Cost-of-Living Adjustments for Federal Civil Service Annuities" by income security specialist Katelin P. Isaacs.
Here are excerpts:
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Summary
Cost-of-living adjustments (COLAs) for the Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) are based on the rate of inflation as measured by the Consumer Price Index for U more
Federal Government & Anthropic - Considerations for AI Innovation & Competition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13217) on Oct. 14, 2026, by science and technology policy analyst Laurie Harris and industrial organization and business policy specialist Clare Y. Cho:
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Federal Government and Anthropic: Considerations for AI Innovation and Competition
On February 27, 2026, President Trump directed federal agencies to stop using technology from U.S. artificial intelligence (AI) company An more
H-1B Executive Actions in 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12747) on Oct. 14, 2026, by immigration policy analyst Jill H. Wilson and labor policy analyst Elizabeth Weber Handwerker.
Here are excerpts:
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H-1B Executive Actions in 2026
The H-1B program allows U.S. employers to hire temporary foreign workers for specialty occupation positions (i.e., positions that require specialized knowledge and a college degree). To date in 2026 th more
Office of Navajo & Hopi Indian Relocation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11096) on Oct. 14, 2026, by government and organization and management specialist Maeve P. Carey legislative attorney Valerie C. Brannon.
Here are excerpts:
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The Office of Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation
The federal government divided up tribal lands in the Southwest during the 19th and 20th centuries, triggering long-standing land disputes between the Navajo Nation and more
SEC Proposes Rescission of the Shareholder Proposal Rule Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11489) on Oct. 14, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
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SEC Proposes Rescission of the Shareholder Proposal Rule
On September 16, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a proposal to rescind Rule 14a-8, which requires companies subject to the SEC's proxy rules to include qualifying shareholder proposals in their proxy materials. The SEC als more
Statutes of Limitations and Statutes of Repose Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13329) by legislative attorney Joanna R. Lampe:
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When a Case Can Be Filed: Statutes of Limitations and Statutes of Repose
Many federal laws are subject to time limits known as statutes of limitations or statutes of repose, which generally bar enforcement of the law after a certain amount of time has passed. Congress can set or modify statutes of limitations and repose via more
Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12094) by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Robert Holcombe.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle
Background
The Army's XM-30, previously known as the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), is being designed to replace the M-2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicle (see Figure 1 for an XM-30 conceptual exa more
DOT's "Family Friendly" Policy & Public Transit Project Funding Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12748) by transportation policy specialist William J. Mallett.
Here are excerpts:
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Department of Transportation's "Family Friendly" Policy and Public Transit Project Funding
On October 1, 2026, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) published for comment revised policy guidance for the Capital Investment Grants Program (CIG). In the Federal Register notice, FTA stated "t more
Farm Credit Administration & Its Board Members Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10767) by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Credit Administration and Its Board Members
Overview
Congress oversees the Farm Credit Administration (FCA), which is the federal financial regulator responsible for ensuring the safety and soundness of Farm Credit System (FCS) institutions and the Federal Agricultural Mortgage Corporation (Farm more
New Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in the U.S. Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12408) by labor policy analyst Elizabeth Weber Handwerker.
Here are excerpts:
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New Adverse Effect Wage Rate Methodology for Temporary Employment of H-2A Nonimmigrants in the United States
Introduction
The H-2A visa program allows for the temporary admission of foreign workers to the United States to perform agricultural labor or services of a seasonal or temporary nature more
Hurricane Isaias - Brief Overview of FEMA Programs, Resources & Selected Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12745).
The white paper is written by emergency management and disaster recovery specialists Erica A. Lee and Elizabeth M. Webster, flood insurance and emergency management specialist Diane P. Horn, American national government specialist Bruce R. Lindsay, homeland security and appropriations specialist William L. Painter and section research manager Lauren R. Stienstra:
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Iran & Nuclear Weapons Production Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12106) by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
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Iran and Nuclear Weapons Production
Since the early 2000s, Tehran's construction of gas centrifuge uranium enrichment facilities has generated widespread concern in Congress that Tehran is pursuing nuclear weapons. According to past U.S. intelligence assessments, Tehran had the capacity to produce nuclear weapons at some more
Iran's Nuclear Program & 2025 UN Sanctions Reimposition Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11583) by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr:
Here are excerpts:
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Iran's Nuclear Program and 2025 UN Sanctions Reimposition
On July 20, 2015, the UN Security Council adopted Resolution 2231 (2015) to implement the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and other provisions concerning Iran's nuclear program, Tehran's development of missiles, and arms transfers to more
North Korea's Nuclear Weapons & Missile Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10472) by nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin and defense policy analyst Daniel M. Gettinger:
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North Korea's Nuclear Weapons and Missile Programs
Overview
Over the past decade, the Democratic People's Republic of Korea (DPRK, or North Korea) has advanced its nuclear weapons and ballistic missile programs, which has raised the threat Pyongyang poses to the Uni more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Fremont Mayor Salwan Raises Concerns Over Proposed Census Rule Changes Impacting Community Data and Funding
WASHINGTON, Oct. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Office of the Mayor 3300 Capitol Avenue, Building A | P.O. Box 5006, Fremont, CA 94537-5006 510 284-4011 ph | 510 284-4001 fax | www.fremont.gov
October 13, 2026
The Honorable George M. Cook
Deputy Under Secretary, Office of the Under Secretary for Economic Affairs
United States Department of Commerce
1401 Constit more
Tipoffs: GAO Reports (Weekly)
Congressional Review Act - Defining a "Rule" & Overturning a Rule an Agency Did Not Submit to Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11096) on Oct. 14, 2026, by government and organization and management specialist Maeve P. Carey legislative attorney Valerie C. Brannon.
Here are excerpts:
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The Congressional Review Act: Defining a "Rule" and Overturning a Rule an Agency Did Not Submit to Congress
The Congressional Review Act (CRA, 5 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.801-808) provides Congress with a mechanism to review fe more
Office of Navajo & Hopi Indian Relocation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11096) on Oct. 14, 2026, by government and organization and management specialist Maeve P. Carey legislative attorney Valerie C. Brannon.
Here are excerpts:
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The Office of Navajo and Hopi Indian Relocation
The federal government divided up tribal lands in the Southwest during the 19th and 20th centuries, triggering long-standing land disputes between the Navajo Nation and more
CBO Issues Cost Estimate for SECURE Grid Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following cost estimate for the SECURE Grid Act (S. 4166).
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S. 4166 would reauthorize and amend portions of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act that concern states' energy security plans. Under the bill, states would be required to update their plans through September 30, 2031; under current law, that requirement expired on October 31, 2025. For states to continue to qualify for funding from the State Energy Program (SEP more
DOT's "Family Friendly" Policy & Public Transit Project Funding Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12748) by transportation policy specialist William J. Mallett.
Here are excerpts:
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Department of Transportation's "Family Friendly" Policy and Public Transit Project Funding
On October 1, 2026, the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) published for comment revised policy guidance for the Capital Investment Grants Program (CIG). In the Federal Register notice, FTA stated "t more
CBO Issues Cost Estimate for SECURE Grid Act
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following cost estimate for the SECURE Grid Act (H.R. 7257).
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H.R. 7257 would reauthorize and amend portions of the Energy Policy and Conservation Act that concern states' energy security plans. Under the act, states would be required to update their plans through September 30, 2031; under current law, that requirement expired on October 31, 2025. For states to continue to qualify for funding from the State Energy Program ( more
Hurricane Isaias - Brief Overview of FEMA Programs, Resources & Selected Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Oct. 14 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12745).
The white paper is written by emergency management and disaster recovery specialists Erica A. Lee and Elizabeth M. Webster, flood insurance and emergency management specialist Diane P. Horn, American national government specialist Bruce R. Lindsay, homeland security and appropriations specialist William L. Painter and section research manager Lauren R. Stienstra:
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