ABC staff send clear message to management: quality news starts with quality jobs
SYDNEY, Australia, Feb. 16 [Category: Media] -- The Media, Entertainment and Arts Alliance issued the following news release:
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ABC staff send clear message to management: quality news starts with quality jobs
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Staff at the ABC are set to vote on potential strike action as part of their protracted campaign for job security, fair pay and improved conditions.
Last week, ABC management declined to table an offer that enables staff to produce the quality news and current affairs that Aust more
Advancing Justice Report Highlights Perspectives On Artificial Intelligence Opportunities And Risks
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- From Translations to Chatbots: AANHPI Community Perspectives on the Impacts and Governance of Artificial Intelligence - A report from Asian Americans Advancing Justice - February 2026 (54 pages)
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The Asian Americans Advancing Justice issued a report examining how artificial intelligence technologies are affecting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities, capturing community experiences with AI systems and identifying priorities for more
BritishAmerican Business Report Calls For Strengthened Transatlantic Defence Cooperation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 (TNSLrpt) -- Stronger Together: How US-UK Cooperation Contributes to the Revival of the UK's Defence Industrial Base - A report from BritishAmerican Business - February 2026 (20 pages)
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The BritishAmerican Business issued a report outlining the urgent need for deeper defence collaboration between the United Kingdom and the United States, arguing that shifting global security dynamics demand robust transatlantic partnerships. The report highlights the strategic, economi more
Decipher Healthcare Warns Proposed Transparency Rule Changes Could Weaken Price Clarity for Consumers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- Decipher Healthcare, an AI-enabled healthcare navigation company, has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns over proposed changes in the Transparency in Coverage regulations. The organization emphasizes the importance of transparency in fostering competition and ensuring affordable healthcare choices for consumers.
In the letter, Decipher Healthcare supports the intent of Executive Order 14221 and acknowledges t more
North Dakota State University Urges Focus on Transportation Research Funding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- North Dakota State University Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute, Fargo, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing critical priorities for the agency's five-year Strategic Transportation Research, Development, and Technology Plan. The letter emphasizes the importance of prioritizing research areas that promote safety, improve existing infrastructure, and enhance freight mobility to ensure the nation's economic compet more
Blackstone Leads Funding of Over $1 Billion to Neysa to Work Towards Building India's Leading AI Infrastructure Platform
NEW YORK, Feb. 15 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Blackstone, an investment firm, posted the following news release:
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Blackstone Leads Funding of Over $1 Billion to Neysa to Work Towards Building India's Leading AI Infrastructure Platform
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Mumbai, February 16, 2026 - Neysa (the "Company") today announced that private equity funds affiliated with Blackstone (collectively, "Blackstone") and co-investors have entered into definitive agreements to invest in Neysa, enabling a $1.2 bill more
Lujan, Scott Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Develop, Demonstrate, and Deploy Technologies to Accelerate Nuclear Waste Cleanup
WASHINGTON, Feb. 15 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Scott Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Develop, Demonstrate, and Deploy Technologies to Accelerate Nuclear Waste Cleanup
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced the Combining Laboratory Expertise to Accelerate Novel Solutions for Minimizing Accumulated Radioactive Toxins (CLEAN SMART) Act, legislation that would build on the su more
Iona University Partners With Industry Leaders To Launch AI Focused Summer Program
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- Iona University has announced a four week summer initiative titled Education in Real Life that will connect students with industry leaders to examine how artificial intelligence is reshaping the future of work across major sectors of the U.S. economy.
The program, set to begin in May, will welcome 20 first and second year students who will receive a $1,000 stipend and three academic credits. Participants will engage with leaders in the energy, construction and hospitality more
Ranking Member Foushee Calls for Resignation of Secretary Lutnick for Relationship to Epstein
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- Rep. Valerie Foushee, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Member Foushee Calls for Resignation of Secretary Lutnick for Relationship to Epstein
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WASHINGTON, DC (February 14, 2026) -Today, Congresswoman Valerie Foushee (NC-04) called for the resignation of Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick following the publication of new evidence detailing his relationship with convicted child sex trafficker, Jeffrey Epstein. Recently released Epstein fi more
WERC Report Highlights Uneven AI Adoption And Workforce Engagement Risks
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 (TNSrep) -- WERC highlighted findings from a new industry report indicating that uneven adoption of artificial intelligence tools across organizational levels may threaten workforce engagement and long term retention.
The analysis draws on the 2025 State of Performance Enablement report by Betterworks, which surveyed more than 2,000 full time employees. According to the report, 72 percent of executives use AI daily, compared with 21 percent of individual contributors, signal more
Butler University Selected to Participate in National Institute on AI Pedagogy and Curriculum
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- Butler University has been selected to participate in the 2025 to 2026 Institute on Pedagogy AI and the Curriculum hosted by the Association of American Colleges & Universities joining a nationally competitive faculty development program focused on ethical and human centered approaches to artificial intelligence in higher education.
Butler is among a select group of institutions chosen for the year long institute which convenes interdisciplinary faculty teams to examine h more
Franklin & Marshall College Students Use AI to Connect Environmental Health and Economic Value
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- Franklin & Marshall College students are using artificial intelligence to examine how environmental conditions translate into measurable economic value focusing on water quality in the Chesapeake Bay Watershed.
Under the guidance of Associate Professor Patrick Fleming, seniors Nancy Nguyen and Vu Nguyen combined field research with AI modeling to evaluate six water quality indicators including nitrogen phosphorus turbidity E coli water temperature and discharge. The proje more
Google Releases Gemini 3 Deep Think Upgrade for Science Research and Engineering Applications
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- Google has announced a major upgrade to Gemini 3 Deep Think a specialized reasoning mode designed to address complex challenges in science research and engineering.
The updated system developed in collaboration with scientists and researchers is intended to tackle open ended problems lacking clear guardrails or single correct answers. Company officials said the enhanced model integrates advanced scientific reasoning with practical engineering capabilities moving beyond th more
International Center for Journalists Honors Khalid Bencherif for Amplifying Marginalized Voices in North Africa
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- International Center for Journalists is spotlighting freelance investigative journalist Khalid Bencherif as a recipient of the Michael Elliott Award recognizing his reporting on climate change governance and marginalized communities in North Africa.
Originally from Morocco's Tafilalet region and now based in Berlin Bencherif said participation in the award program provided critical career momentum including international exposure and professional training opportunities. A more
Paladin Capital Group Participates in $8 Million Seed Round for Stanhope AI to Advance Real World AI Model
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- Paladin Capital Group has participated in an $8 million seed funding round for London based startup Stanhope AI supporting development of adaptive artificial intelligence designed for real world physical environments.
The round was led by Frontline Ventures with participation from Auxxo Female Catalyst Fund and follow on investment from UCL Technology Fund and MMC Ventures.
Founded in 2023 by neuroscientists Rosalyn Moran and Karl Friston Stanhope AI is developing what i more
Yale School of the Environment Study Uses AI to Model How Zoning Reform Could Reduce Daily Travel and Emissions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- Yale School of the Environment research finds that targeted zoning reforms could significantly reduce how far Americans travel each day lowering transportation related emissions across U.S. cities.
The study co authored by Arianna Salazar-Miranda assistant professor of urban planning and data science uses generative artificial intelligence to simulate how changes in land use patterns influence daily mobility. Published in the journal Cities the research analyzed more than more
Azusa Pacific University Positions Liberal Arts as Cornerstone of Human Flourishing in the AI Era
WASHINGTON, Feb. 12 -- Azusa Pacific University educators are emphasizing the enduring importance of a liberal arts education as society navigates the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence. University leaders suggest that while technology prioritizes optimization and efficiency, the humanities and arts remain essential for fostering human connection, self-expression, and the pursuit of truth.
According to university officials, the institution has established an AI Governing Committee and S more
Manchester University Receives $125,000 Planning Grant for Artificial Intelligence Initiative
WASHINGTON, Feb. 11 -- Manchester University has been awarded $125,000 planning grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. through the Artificial Intelligence in Higher Education initiative to develop a comprehensive strategy for integrating generative AI across the institution.
University officials said the funding will support the creation of an individualized Manchester agentic AI system designed to integrate with institutional platforms while protecting student and organizational data. The planning ef more
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Minister McGuinty advances Canada's defence priorities with Allies and partners in Europe
OTTAWA, Ontario, Feb. 15 -- The Canada Department of National Defence issued the following news release:
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Minister McGuinty advances Canada's defence priorities with Allies and partners in Europe
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February 15, 2025 - Munich, Germany - National Defence / Canadian Armed Forces
The Honourable David J. McGuinty, Minister of National Defence, concluded a visit to Europe. During the trip, he participated in the NATO Defence Ministers' Meeting, the 33rd Ukraine Defense Contact Group meeting more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
American Association of People with Disabilities Urges DOT to Withdraw Rule Weakening Airline Penalties for Disability Rights Violations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The American Association of People with Disabilities (AAPD) has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation expressing strong opposition to a proposed rulemaking (Docket No. DOT-OST-2025-2514). This proposal aims to weaken penalties for airlines that violate consumer protection regulations, which could have grave implications for the safety and dignity of passengers with disabilities.
AAPD, representing over 70 million Americans with disabili more
Climate Scientists Coalition Challenge DOE Report's Scientific Integrity, Warn of Flawed Analysis on Emissions and Agricultural Impacts
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- A coalition of climate scientists from Stanford University has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy raising serious concerns about the integrity and reliability of the recently released report "Climate Working Group (2025): A Critical Review of Impacts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions on the U.S. Climate." The scientists argue that the report fails to meet standards established by the scientific community, undermining its effectiveness as a policy more
Coalition Against Religious Discrimination Urges U.S. Department of Labor to Maintain Program Safeguards
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The Coalition Against Religious Discrimination has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Labor expressing opposition to any changes that may weaken the safeguards protecting beneficiaries of DOL-funded programs. In a letter addressed to the agency regarding the Request for Information pertaining to faith-based organizations, CARD emphasized that the current regulations already do not pose barriers to participation for faith organizations.
CARD's posi more
Decipher Healthcare Warns Proposed Transparency Rule Changes Could Weaken Price Clarity for Consumers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- Decipher Healthcare, an AI-enabled healthcare navigation company, has issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing concerns over proposed changes in the Transparency in Coverage regulations. The organization emphasizes the importance of transparency in fostering competition and ensuring affordable healthcare choices for consumers.
In the letter, Decipher Healthcare supports the intent of Executive Order 14221 and acknowledges t more
DOE Report On Climate Science Draws Sharp Criticism In Public Comment Letter
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- John P. Holdren, the Teresa and John Heinz Research Professor of Environmental Policy at Harvard's Kennedy School of Government, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy challenging a department report that questions mainstream climate science and its findings on greenhouse gas emissions.
Opponents argue that the report presents a one-sided narrative that ignores the extensive body of work established by the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Cha more
Household & Commercial Products Association Calls for Research Focus on Transportation Challenges and Recycling Initiatives
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The Household and Commercial Products Association has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation outlining essential research priorities for the agency's Research, Development and Technology Strategic Plan for fiscal years 2026-2030. The HCPA represents manufacturers and distributors in the consumer products sector, advocating for advancements that enhance safety, environmental protection, and economic growth.
In its letter, HCPA emphasized more
Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Urges Key Changes to U.S. Department of Transportation's Research Plan
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation advocating for vital updates to the department's 2026-2030 Research, Development, and Technology Strategic Plan. The organization, known for its commitment to reducing motor vehicle crash fatalities and injuries, urges the agency to prioritize safety as the foundational principle of its research initiatives.
IIHS emphasized that any proposed research must more
Margate City Resolution Opposes Offshore Oil And Gas Leasing near New Jersey
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The City of Margate, New Jersey, submitted a resolution to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management opposing the inclusion of offshore oil and gas leasing off the coast of New Jersey in the 11th National Outer Continental Shelf Oil and Gas Leasing Program.
The resolution, adopted by the Board of Commissioners, asserts that the city's economy depends heavily on a healthy coastal and marine environment that supports tourism, recreation, commercial and recreational fishing and more
Minnesota Pollution Control Agency Raises Concerns Over DOE Climate Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency has submitted concerns to the U.S. Department of Energy regarding a recently released report titled "A Critical Review of Impacts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions on the U.S. Climate." The agency argues that the report was developed outside established federal advisory committee laws, thus questioning its validity and the findings presented within.
The MPCA's public comment letter emphasizes that the report's authors, known as the Climate more
National Association of Counsel for Children Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Rule Limiting Gender-Affirming Care for Minors on Medicaid
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The National Association of Counsel for Children has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services expressing strong opposition to a proposed rule that seeks to prohibit sex-rejecting procedures for minors. The organization argues that such a rule would severely limit access to medically necessary gender-affirming care for youth, particularly those in foster care who are covered by Medicaid.
NACC contends that the implementation of th more
National Tribal Air Association Raises Concerns Over DOE's Greenhouse Gas Emissions Report
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The National Tribal Air Association has issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy regarding its recent Report: A Critical Review of Impacts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions on the U.S. Climate. The NTAA advocates for the interests of 161 member Tribes and aims to improve air quality management policies consistent with the needs of American Indian Tribes and Alaskan Natives.
In the letter, the NTAA expresses disappointment with the scientific integrity of more
North Dakota State University Urges Focus on Transportation Research Funding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- North Dakota State University Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute, Fargo, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing critical priorities for the agency's five-year Strategic Transportation Research, Development, and Technology Plan. The letter emphasizes the importance of prioritizing research areas that promote safety, improve existing infrastructure, and enhance freight mobility to ensure the nation's economic compet more
Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma Urges Balanced Approach in Climate Report Review
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The Petroleum Alliance of Oklahoma has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy expressing support for the agency's critical review of greenhouse gas emissions' impacts on the climate. In the correspondence, The Alliance commended the DOE for its commitment to enhancing scientific understanding of climate factors, highlighting the need for continued investment in independent, peer-reviewed research.
The Alliance represents over 1,700 individuals more
Resources for the Future Challenges DOE Climate Report, Citing Flawed Economic Analysis and Outdated Social Cost of Carbon Methods
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- Resources for the Future has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Energy regarding Chapter 11 of the draft report from its Climate Working Group titled "A Critical Review of Impacts of Greenhouse Gas Emissions on the U.S. Climate." The letter outlines technical criticisms of specific claims made in the report about the economic implications of climate change, particularly those related to the social cost of carbon.
The letter discusses various issue more
Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine Urges Continued Collection of Maternal Mortality Data as U.S. Death Rates Remain Elevated
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The Society for Maternal-Fetal Medicine (SMFM) has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention advocating for the continuation of data collection under the Maternal Mortality Review Information Application (MMRIA). The agency is currently seeking approval from the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) to extend its vital data collection efforts, deemed crucial for addressing preventable pregnancy-related deaths in the United States.
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Suncoast Credit Union Suggests Modernizing Truth in Savings Disclosures While Preserving Transparency
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- Suncoast Credit Union, a state-chartered federally insured credit union based in Florida, has submitted a public comment letter to the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau regarding the Truth in Savings Act (Regulation DD) request for comments aimed at understanding the current regulatory environment and information collection practices related to financial disclosures.
With over $19 billion in assets and 79 branches serving 1.37 million members, Suncoast emphasizes the i more
Immigration
Minnesota Medical Association Urges Congress To Restrict Federal Agents At Healthcare Facilities
WASHINGTON, Feb. 16 -- The Minnesota Medical Association and several statewide physician organizations have called on Congress to restrict certain federal immigration enforcement activities in or near healthcare facilities as part of ongoing funding considerations for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security.
Members of Minnesota's congressional delegation, the association urged lawmakers to limit activities by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and U.S. Customs and Border Protection in h more
American Center for Law and Justice Issues Commentary: Fetterman Erupts as Left Defunds Coast Guard
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary on Feb. 13, 2026, by director of media Logan Sekulow:
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Fetterman Erupts as Left Defunds Coast Guard
As much as I hate to report it, there's another government shutdown - or at least a partial shutdown - looming, set to take effect at midnight tonight.
The failed DHS funding vote in the U.S. Senate is now going to result in defunding the Coast Guard, TSA, and FEMA. But if the far Left hoped a s more
State Dept. Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs Senior Official Palladino Testifies Before Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 14 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Subcommittee on Near East, South Asia, Central Asia and Counterterrorism released the following written testimony by Robert Palladino, senior official of the U.S. Department of State Bureau of Near Eastern Affairs, from a Feb. 3, 2026, hearing entitled "Countering Terrorism in North Africa: Opportunities and Challenges":
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Good afternoon, Chairman McCormick, Ranking Member Rosen, and distinguished Members of this subcommittee. Thank you f more
U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants Essay Contest Winners Recognized During Intercultural Mobility Week
WASHINGTON, Feb. 13 -- The U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants (USCRI) Mexico announced the winners of its academic essay contest held during Intercultural Mobility Week in October 2025. The competition was organized through the Welcoming Communities Program and the Network of Committees for Integration and Welcoming (ReCIBE) at Universidad Panamericana.
Seven teams comprising 19 students submitted essays analyzing contemporary challenges related to human mobility, asylum, and inclusion. more
