AI Literacy Among Several New Computer Science Minors at SBU
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, April 28 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release:
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AI Literacy among several new Computer Science minors at SBU
St. Bonaventure University is expanding its Computer Science offerings with a suite of new academic minors designed to give students across disciplines practical, in-demand technology skills -- with a particular emphasis on artificial intelligence.
The new minors -- approved by the university's Faculty Senate -- include AI Lit more
Cadence Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
SAN JOSE, California, April 28 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cadence Design Systems, a provider of electronic design automation and semiconductor intellectual property, issued the following news release on April 27, 2026:
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Cadence Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
Record Backlog of $8.0 Billion
Raising 2026 Revenue Outlook to ~17% YoY Growth
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Cadence (Nasdaq: CDNS) today announced results for the first quarter of 2026.
First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
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Cal State San Bernardino Makes National News Following Defining the Future Conference
SAN BERNARDINO, California, April 28 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news:
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Cal State San Bernardino makes national news following Defining the Future Conference
Cal State San Bernardino is featured in a national Fortune article highlighting keynote speaker Valerie Capers Workman, Esq., whose remarks at the university's Defining the Future Conference were shared on LinkedIn and later amplified to a national audience. The coverage places CSUSB at more
Carlyle Agrees to Sell IC Consult Group to Bridgepoint
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Carlyle Group posted the following news release on April 27, 2026:
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Carlyle Agrees to Sell iC Consult Group to Bridgepoint
Munich, Germany - Global investment firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced it has agreed to sell iC Consult Group ("iC Consult"), the world's largest independent provider of identity security services, to Bridgepoint. The transaction is subject to regulatory approval and is expected to close in Q3 2026.
Headquartered in Munich and founded more
Chairman Cassidy, Colleagues Introduce Bills to Support Apprenticeships, Strengthen American Workforce
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news on April 27, 2026:
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Chairman Cassidy, Colleagues Introduce Bills to Support Apprenticeships, Strengthen American Workforce
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, introduced legislation expanding apprenticeship opportunities by making it easier to see w more
CrowdStrike Named a Frost Radar Leader in Cloud Native Application Protection Platforms for the Fourth Consecutive Time
AUSTIN, Texas, April 28 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on April 27, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Named a Frost Radar(TM) Leader in Cloud Native Application Protection Platforms for the Fourth Consecutive Time
Runtime-first cloud security becomes the market standard as AI workloads expose the limits of posture-only defense
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announce more
Department of Energy Selects Virginia Tech Joint Venture to Manage and Operate Jefferson Lab
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 28 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Department of Energy selects Virginia Tech joint venture to manage and operate Jefferson Lab
By Lon Wagner
The U.S. Department of Energy has selected Virginia Tech and the Southeastern Universities Research Association (SURA) to manage and operate the Thomas Jefferson National Accelerator Facility in Newport News, one of the nation's leading nuclear physics research laboratories. The contract marks a new chapte more
From Edge AI to Intelligent Healthcare: How Ambiq Is Enabling the Next Generation of Connected Medical Devices
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, April 28 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following Q&A on April 27, 2026, by CEO of Ambiq Fumihide Esaka, with Greg Caressi, associate partner and chief commercial officer:
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From Edge AI to Intelligent Healthcare: How Ambiq Is Enabling the Next Generation of Connected Medical Devices
The convergence of Edge computing, artificial intelligence (AI), and healthcare i more
Georgia State University Announces 20 Internal Grant Recipients
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 28 -- Georgia State University issued the following news:
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Georgia State University Announces 20 New Internal Grant Recipients
Georgia State University has announced the second round of internal grant recipients for 2026 under its new, restructured Faculty Internal Grants Program. In this round, 20 faculty members will receive funding for projects spanning fields from psychology to computer science to film.
Previously offered as three separate opportunities -- th more
Hitachi Vantara Report Highlights Sustainable Data Infrastructure and ESG Progress for AI Era
WASHINGTON, April 28 (TNSLrpt) -- Hitachi Vantara FY2025 Sustainability Report: Looking Ahead to the Future - A report from Hitachi Vantara, Santa Clara, California - April 2026 (84 pages)
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Hitachi Vantara issued a report analyzing its progress in environmental, social, and governance performance while addressing the growing sustainability challenges associated with data-intensive and AI-driven workloads. The report evaluates advancements in energy-efficient infrastructure, lifecycle sust more
Inspiring the Future Makers at Year Three: Lehigh Reflects on Progress, Prepares to Evolve Strategy for a Changing World
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, April 28 -- Lehigh University issued the following news:
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Inspiring the Future Makers at Year Three: Lehigh Reflects on Progress, Prepares to Evolve Strategy for a Changing World
The Town Hall highlights momentum in student success, research and AI-driven innovation while signaling key shifts ahead as the university enters year four of its 10-year plan.
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At the Spring 2026 Inspiring the Future Makers Strategy Town Hall, university leaders reflected on a year of more
Lamar University: Dockens Named as a 2026 Top 50 Voice in Higher Education
BEAUMONT, Texas, April 28 -- Lamar University issued the following news:
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Dockens named as a 2026 Top 50 Voice in Higher Education
By John Rollins
Dr. Ashley Dockens, associate provost of academic innovation and digital learning at Lamar University, has been named one of the Top 50 Voices to Follow in Higher Education for 2026.
According to Vevox, the No. 1 rated polling and Q&A platform for educators and businesses, this distinction honors prominent educators, academic leaders, and i more
New York Public Library Announces the 2026-2027 Class of Fellows at the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers
NEW YORK, April 28 -- The New York Public Library issued the following news release:
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New York Public Library Announces the 2026-2027 Class of Fellows at the Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers
The New York Public Library's Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers has selected 15 gifted academics, nonfiction writers, and creative writers for its 28th class of Fellows in 2026-2027. The Cullman Center is an international fellowship program open more
NSK and Accenture Forge Strategic Collaboration to Drive Business Reinvention Through AI and Digital Technology
NEW YORK, April 28 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release on April 27, 2026:
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NSK and Accenture Forge Strategic Collaboration to Drive Business Reinvention Through AI and Digital Technology
TOKYO - NSK Limited and Accenture today announced a strategic collaboration to drive the reinvention of NSK's business through AI and digital technology, with the goal of achieving sustainable growth and enhanced enterprise value. Through this initia more
OSU Researchers Developing AI Framework, AIRWISE to Improve Safety of Naval Aviation Operations
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, April 28 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news:
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OSU researchers developing AI framework, AIRWISE to improve safety of Naval Aviation operations
Drs. Kursat Kara and Ryan Paul from the School of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Oklahoma State University are developing a new artificial intelligence framework to improve aircraft safety during Navy ship operations.
The project, titled "Artificial Intelligence for Real-time Wake Inference in Shi more
President Trump Issues Statement on National Apprenticeship Week
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- President Trump issued the following statement on April 27, 2026, on National Apprenticeship Week:
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Our Nation's strength depends on the talent and determination of our skilled workers who build, create, and innovate each and every day. This National Apprenticeship Week, my Administration recommits to advancing apprenticeship opportunities that empower young Americans in skilled trades, unleash the full might and potential of America's workforce, and contribute to more
Public Company Accounting Oversight Board Report Highlights Audit Oversight Challenges and Emerging Risks
WASHINGTON, April 28 (TNSLrpt) -- SPOTLIGHT: 2025 Conversations With Audit Committee Chairs - A report from Public Company Accounting Oversight Board - April 2026 (8 pages)
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The Public Company Accounting Oversight Board issued a report presenting insights from its 2025 conversations with audit committee chairs at U.S. public companies, focusing on audit oversight practices, emerging risks, and evolving interactions with external auditors. The report synthesizes observations from more than more
Rockefeller Foundation Launches First Class of Big Bets Fellows Focused on Africa
NEW YORK, April 28 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release on April 27, 2026:
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Rockefeller Foundation Launches First Class of Big Bets Fellows Focused on Africa
* Inaugural class of 10 changemakers driving bold, community-led solutions across Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, South Africa, and Tanzania
* Cohort represents best of African leadership and innovation across multiple sectors including health, agriculture, clean energy and more
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Sage Brings Core Finance and Industry Workflows Together in Sage Intacct
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 28 -- Sage Group, a provider of cloud business management solutions, issued the following news release on April 27, 2026:
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Sage brings core finance and industry workflows together in Sage Intacct
New Sage Intacct capabilities reduce fragmentation, giving finance teams greater visibility and control
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Sage (FTSE: SGE), the leader in accounting, financial, HR and payroll technology for small and mid-sized businesses, today announced new Sage Intacct capabilities t more
SamPoly Expands Program Offerings With HVAC, HIT and Real Estate
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, April 28 -- Sam Houston State University issued the following news:
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SamPoly Expands Program Offerings with HVAC, HIT and Real Estate
Sam Houston State University's Polytechnic College, SamPoly, is expanding its program offerings with the addition of heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC), health information technology (HIT) and real estate.
As with its other program offerings, SamPoly has developed coursework to meet the needs of the working student. With o more
Seven Key Moments: Hearing on Medicare Fraud
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, chairman of the House Ways and Means Committee, issued the following news release on April 27, 2026:
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Seven Key Moments: Hearing on Medicare Fraud
Medicare fraud is a massive problem that costs taxpayers $60 billion every year and denies Americans access to their Medicare beneficiaries. During a Ways and Means Committee hearing on fraud in the Medicare system, a California patient shared her harrowing story of needing care and being t more
State Dept. Issues Transcript of Secretary of Rubio Interview With Fox News Channel
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of an interview on April 27, 2026, by Trey Yingst of Fox News Channel with Secretary Marco Rubio:
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QUESTION: Secretary Rubio, thank you for speaking with Fox News.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Thank you. Thanks. It's great to see you here and not on the balcony with a vest on.
QUESTION: Absolutely. Great to see you. You were at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. I'm curious what was going thro more
TV's Next Act: How TV is Becoming the New Front Door to Commerce
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 28 (TNSrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release:
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TV's Next Act: How TV is Becoming the New Front Door to Commerce
"The key viewership areas to pay attention to in 2026 and beyond will be sports, news, and programming ingest"
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New research from Circana LLC reveals that television has entered its next act as a commerceenabled growth channel. With 75% of U.S. households more
UNF Graduate Student Applies AI and Automation to Real-world Industry Challenges
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, April 28 -- The University of North Florida issued the following news:
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UNF graduate student applies AI and automation to real-world industry challenges
When Alekhya Seelam began exploring graduate programs, she had a clear objective: deepen her understanding of core computer science principles and prepare for advanced technical roles.
After earning her bachelor's degree in electronics and communication engineering from Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University H more
Virginia Tech: Team Works to Deliver Wireless Power Through Sound Waves
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 28 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Team works to deliver wireless power through sound waves
By Alex Parrish
Devices and sensors live everywhere these days: inside machines, bridges, even the human body. But when their batteries run out and they're too expensive or difficult to replace, many devices simply stop working.
What if devices for smart infrastructure, automated systems, and advanced medical technologies could be powered without wires o more
Wayne State University: BOG Notebook - Housing Rates Remain Flat; Campus Upgrades Move Forward for Law School, Soccer Field
DETROIT, Michigan, April 28 -- Wayne State University issued the following news:
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BOG Notebook: Housing rates remain flat; campus upgrades move forward for Law School, soccer field
At its meeting on Friday, April 24, the Wayne State University Board of Governors announced 2026-27 housing rates would remain unchanged, marking the fourth consecutive year without increases in residence hall rates and the third consecutive year without increases in apartment rates. The board also approved a more
AECOM awarded USACE Baltimore District contract to deliver environmental services
LOS ANGELES, California, April 27 [Category: BizEngineering] -- AECOM, an infrastructure firm, issued the following news release:
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AECOM awarded USACE Baltimore District contract to deliver environmental services
DALLAS - AECOM (NYSE:ACM), the trusted global infrastructure leader, today announced it has been selected for a multiple-award environmental services contract by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (USACE), Baltimore District. This contract vehicle enables AECOM to deliver innovati more
AETC Lines of Effort Power the Force Behind the 2026 National Defense Strategy
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, April 27 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news:
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AETC Lines of Effort Power the Force Behind the 2026 National Defense Strategy
Air Education and Training Command has revamped its Lines of Effort, establishing the strategic framework guiding how the command recruits, trains and educates Airmen and Guardians to deliver combat-credible forces capable of deterring aggression and winning in a high-end fight.
Aligned with th more
AI Skills in One Semester: SCC Is Launching Its First AI Certificate Program
SCOTTSDALE, Arizona, April 27 -- Scottsdale Community College issued the following news:
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AI Skills in One Semester: SCC Is Launching Its First AI Certificate Program
AI is already here, changing how we work, make decisions, and stay competitive. The question is not whether it will affect your career. It is whether you will be ready when it does.
Starting Fall 2026, Scottsdale Community College is making it easier than ever to get ahead of the curve with the brand-new Foundations of App more
Alfred University faculty and students celebrated at Honors Convocation
ALFRED, New York, April 27 -- Alfred University issued the following news release:
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Alfred University faculty and students celebrated at Honors Convocation
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Students and faculty were cited for their academic achievements during Alfred University's annual Honors Convocation, held Friday afternoon, April 24, in Miller Theater. Among the honorees were Maria Planansky, collection management librarian, who received the prestigious Abigail Allen Award, and students Lily Janik and Sofia Pizar more
Amazon Highlights Security Considerations for Agentic AI in Response to NIST Request
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Amazon Web Services submitted a public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Center for AI Standards and Innovation addressing security considerations for artificial intelligence agents, specifically focusing on agentic AI systems.
Amazon frames agentic AI as autonomous systems capable of planning and executing complex sequences of actions independently, raising new security challenges beyond traditional software and generative AI more
At Unum-Bryant AI hackathon, undergrads prepare for the future of data-driven decision-making
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, April 27 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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At Unum-Bryant AI hackathon, undergrads prepare for the future of data-driven decision-making
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Typing in concentrated haste, Megan Luby '26 and her three groupmates eagerly race against the clock.
The Bryant undergrads upload an Excel spreadsheet of mock insurance sales data to Gemini, a generative artificial intelligence chatbot and virtual assistant, and let the tool analyze countless rows of inform more
Bell Integration Selects NiCE CXone to Lead AI-Driven Service Desk Transformation
NEW YORK, April 27 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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Bell Integration Selects NiCE CXone to Lead AI-Driven Service Desk Transformation
UK IT services firm standardizes on NiCE's CX AI platform to consolidate workflows, centralize knowledge, and accelerate service delivery.
Hoboken, N.J. - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced that Bell Integration, a global IT services and consultancy and long-standi more
Cantwell Statement on Trump's Decimation of the National Science Board
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Cantwell Statement on Trump's Decimation of the National Science Board
Yesterday, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, issued the following statement in response to President Donald Trump's unprecedented termination of members of the National Science Board. The National Science Board helps guide the National Science more
CCIA Raises Concerns as Florida Senate Takes Up AI Bill of Rights During Special Session
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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CCIA Raises Concerns as Florida Senate Takes Up AI Bill of Rights During Special Session
The Computer & Communications Industry Association today raised concerns as Florida lawmakers prepare to revisit the proposed Artificial Intelligence Bill of Rights during the state's special session beginning April 28. The association warns that the legisla more
Clemson University Interim President Jones: End of the Spring Semester and Academic Year
CLEMSON, South Carolina, April 27 -- Clemson University posted the following statement by Interim President Robert Jones:
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A Message from the President: End of the Spring Semester and Academic Year
Dear Clemson Family,
As we near the end of the academic year, I want to take a few moments to encourage our students to finish the semester strong and give it their all. I remember the nerves, excitement and extra cups of coffee that I had before heading into Lehotsky Hall to take my exams w more
Columbia Mailman Student Takes Top Honors in NVIDIA Hackathon
NEW YORK, April 27 -- Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health posted the following news:
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Columbia Mailman Student Takes Top Honors in NVIDIA Hackathon
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Columbia Mailman student Riya Kalra took first place in the December NVIDIA AI Summit Hackathon in New York City, beating a talented field of engineers and computer scientists. Created over a day and a half using one of NVIDIA's most advanced chips, her prize-winning RxGuardian app was designed to help people stay on track more
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of April 27, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview - Week of April 27, 2026
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Here's what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week:
Appropriations
On Monday, April 27, the Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies will hold a budget hearing called "National Aeronautics and Space Administration."
On Monday, April 27, the Subcommittee on Inte more
Consumer Choice Center: Consumers Win With New Federal Privacy Legislation
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Consumer Services] -- The Consumer Choice Center, an independent, non-partisan consumer advocacy group that promotes policies fit for growth, lifestyle choice and technological innovation through research and educational outreach, issued the following news release:
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Consumers Win With New Federal Privacy Legislation
Yesterday, Rep. John Joyce introduced the Securing and Establishing Consumer Uniform Rights and Enforcement over Data Act, the SECURE Data Act more
Cotality introduces Restoration Collaborative Growth Network to create new opportunities for clients
IRVINE, California, April 27 [Category: BizReal Estate] -- Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) issued the following news release:
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Cotality introduces Restoration Collaborative Growth Network to create new opportunities for clients
Elite circle of industry-leading technology providers and service experts introduces additional competitive edge, exclusive discounts, and integrated workflows to maximize profitability
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Cotality, a leading global property information, analytics, and data-enable more
CSUN Convenes National Leaders to Launch Initiative Advancing Inclusive Innovation, AI-Powered Economic Opportunity
NORTHRIDGE, California, April 27 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release:
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CSUN Convenes National Leaders to Launch Initiative Advancing Inclusive Innovation, AI-Powered Economic Opportunity
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Media Contact: Carmen Ramos Chandler, carmen.chandler@csun.edu, (818) 677-2130
California State University, Northridge convened national leaders across philanthropy, technology, education and entertainment to launch a bold initiative to equip Hispanic-Serving more
CSUN Nazarian College's Entrepreneurial Center to Host Sunstone CSU Startup Launch Competition
NORTHRIDGE, California, April 27 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release:
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CSUN Nazarian College's Entrepreneurial Center to Host Sunstone CSU Startup Launch Competition
The Center for Social and Technology Entrepreneurship at the David Nazarian College of Business and Economics will host the Sunstone CSU Startup Launch Competition on May 8 in the University Student Union at California State University, Northridge. More than 14 CSU campuses will send s more
Eight faculty members granted sabbaticals or teaching releases during 2026-27 academic year
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, April 27 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus posted the following news:
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Eight faculty members granted sabbaticals or teaching releases during 2026-27 academic year
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(Clockwise from top left) Stephanie Merritt, John McGrosso, Sandra Langeslag, Carissa Philippi, Annah Bender, Shannon Ahrndt, Marc Spingola and Laura Miller have been granted time to devote to research or course development during the fall or spring semester of the 2026-27 academic year. (Ph more
Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Reid Issues Weekly Reflections on April 27, 2026
FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, April 27 -- Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle Reid issued the following Weekly Reflections:
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Superintendent's Weekly Reflections
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Hello Team FCPS!
Wow, what another great spring week we have had!! Well, it is hard to believe it is already the last week of April!! May is upon us at the end of the week and the wonder of an evolving spring. It definitely feels like spring with the energy and enthusiasm that being outdoors brings.
I'm happy t more
Final call to register for 2026 Penn State Climate Solutions Symposium
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, April 27 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Final call to register for 2026 Penn State Climate Solutions Symposium
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -The 2026 Penn State Climate Solutions Symposium is approaching, with registration and poster submissions open through May 1 for a three-day event focused on evidence-based climate solutions, collaboration and networking.
The symposium will be held May 18-20 at the Penn Stater Hotel and Confer more
From Backhands to Breakthroughs: USC Viterbi Students Take Bold Biomechanics Research Worldwide
LOS ANGELES, California, April 27 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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From Backhands to Breakthroughs: USC Viterbi Students Take Bold Biomechanics Research Worldwide
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Humans and mice may seem worlds apart. However, according to USC Viterbi School of Engineering Dean's professor of biomedical engineering Francisco Valero-Cuevas the differences may not be as significant as they appear.
"In terms of the bones, the muscles, y more
Graduating Engineer, Boston Marathon Qualifier: She Turned Running into a System for Success
LOS ANGELES, California, April 27 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Graduating Engineer, Boston Marathon Qualifier: She Turned Running into a System for Success
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When Avery Gonzales heads out for a long run, problem sets and deadlines fall away. What replaces them is something closer to clarity-and, often, solutions.
"When I am out there, especially on a beautiful trail, my mind feels very elevated, very free," she says more
Healthcare powered by AI, guided by human and community insight
TUCSON, Arizona, April 27 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release:
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Healthcare powered by AI, guided by human and community insight
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The reality of modern medicine in the United States is often dictated by a map. In U.S. rural areas - 80% of which currently experience healthcare shortages - residents face a life expectancy nearly two years shorter than those living in metropolitan areas. Digital health has the potential to narrow that gap, but access remains unev more
Hickenlooper, Marshall Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Support More Workforce Training, Strengthen State Data
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Hickenlooper, Marshall Reintroduce Bipartisan Bill to Support More Workforce Training, Strengthen State Data
Today, U.S. Senators John Hickenlooper and Roger Marshall reintroduced the bipartisan Workforce Data Enhancement Act to improve how we track workforce data across states. Specifically, it would make Workforce Data Quality Initiative (WDQI) grant funding permanent to ensure State Workfor more
In Letter to RFK Jr., Cantwell Demands Changes to New AI-Driven Prior Authorization Program That's Overruling WA Doctors and Delaying Care for Seniors
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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In Letter to RFK Jr., Cantwell Demands Changes to New AI-Driven Prior Authorization Program That's Overruling WA Doctors and Delaying Care for Seniors
WA hospitals report extended delays for authorization under WISeR pilot program, WA seniors report crippling pain while they wait for treatment; ICYMI: Cantwell presses RFK on AI-driven care denials in hearing; details delays in care and patient more
KBR's Mission Technology Solutions Awarded $200 Million to Accelerate Safer, Smarter US Transportation Systems
HOUSTON, Texas, April 27 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release:
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KBR's Mission Technology Solutions Awarded $200 Million to Accelerate Safer, Smarter US Transportation Systems
KBR (NYSE: KBR) announced today its Mission Technology Solutions business won a recompete contract with a ceiling value of $200 million to enhance aviation safety and modernize America's transportation networks. KBR more
KU School of Business launching online master's in business analytics for fall 2026
LAWRENCE, Kansas, April 27 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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KU School of Business launching online master's in business analytics for fall 2026
The University of Kansas School of Business will begin offering an online version of its Master of Science in Business Analytics program this fall to better serve working professionals.
Aimed at individuals wanting to advance or pivot their careers, the STEM-certified program blends business strategy with technical skills more
Landmark New Report Warns That A Flawed AI Content Market is Accelerating 'Content Cannibalization'
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Business] (TNSrpt) -- Open Markets Institute posted the following news release:
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Landmark New Report Warns That A Flawed AI Content Market is Accelerating 'Content Cannibalization'
AI systems are cannibalizing the content they depend on to function, and the fledgling AI content market designed to solve the problem is doomed to fail unless it fixes three major structural flaws. That's the warning from a first-of-its-kind report from the Open Markets Institu more
Mayo Clinic builds on breakthrough discoveries to advance care for ALS and FTD
ROCHESTER, Minnesota, April 27 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Mayo Clinic issued the following news release:
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Mayo Clinic builds on breakthrough discoveries to advance care for ALS and FTD
Momentum is growing in the fight against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and frontotemporal dementia (FTD), two devastating neurological diseases now understood to be closely connected. At Mayo Clinic, researchers and clinicians are turning scientific breakthroughs into progress for patients and th more
MIT: Faster way to estimate AI power consumption
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, April 27 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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A faster way to estimate AI power consumption
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Due to the explosive growth of artificial intelligence, it is estimated that data centers will consume up to 12 percent of total U.S. electricity by 2028, according to the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory. Improving data center energy efficiency is one way scientists are striving to make AI more sustainable.
Toward that goal, more
NAM Outlines a Path to Align Action with Individual and Community Health Goals
WASHINGTON, April 27 (TNSrpt) -- The National Academy of Medicine issued the following news:
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NAM Outlines a Path to Align Action with Individual and Community Health Goals
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The National Academy of Medicine (NAM) today released guidance on approaches to ensure that the U.S. health system aligns with the goals, preferences, priorities, and lived experiences of the people it serves.
Authored by a multidisciplinary expert working group, the paper calls for a fundamental shift in how hea more
NDSU School of Education featured at premier education conference
FARGO, North Dakota, April 27 -- North Dakota State University posted the following news:
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NDSU School of Education featured at premier education conference
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Several NDSU education leaders, faculty and doctoral students presented their accepted papers at the 2026 American Educational Research Association annual meeting.
This annual meeting is a highly selective event and is considered the premier global venue for educational research. The NDSU presenters were: Elizabeth C. Reilly, he more
New Open-Source AI Solution Poised to Transform Global Longline Tuna Fisheries with Near Real-Time Catch Verification
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 27 [Category: Environment] -- The Nature Conservancy issued the following news:
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New Open-Source AI Solution Poised to Transform Global Longline Tuna Fisheries with Near Real-Time Catch Verification
The Nature Conservancy released its full AI-powered electronic monitoring solution as open source to advance ocean conservation, combat illegal fishing and usher in a new era of data-driven fisheries management.
In a first for global fisheries, The Nature Conserva more
Oracle, BorderPlex, and Bloom Energy to Power Project Jupiter with Cleaner, Water-Efficient Fuel Cell Technology
REDWOOD SHORES, California, April 27 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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Oracle, BorderPlex, and Bloom Energy to Power Project Jupiter with Cleaner, Water-Efficient Fuel Cell Technology
Oracle and BorderPlex Digital Assets today announced Project Jupiter will utilize Bloom Energy fuel cells to fully power the AI data center campus in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. As part of Oracle and Bloom's prev more
Oracle: Powering AI Data Centers - How Fuel Cells Work and Why They Matter
REDWOOD SHORES, California, April 27 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following fact sheet:
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Powering AI Data Centers: How Fuel Cells Work and Why They Matter
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As AI use grows, Oracle and its partners are developing advanced AI data centers in several regions, including Project Jupiter in Dona Ana County, New Mexico. These facilities require large amounts of power, so it's natural to ask where that electricity will more
Oracle: Project Jupiter Water Facts - How We Source and Use Water Responsibly
REDWOOD SHORES, California, April 27 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following fact sheet:
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Project Jupiter Water Facts: How We Source and Use Water Responsibly
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In the desert climate of Dona Ana County, New Mexico, water is a precious resource for families, farms, businesses, and the region's future. We want local residents to have the facts about how Oracle uses water at Project Jupiter, our AI data center.
This more
Pacific Northwest National Laboratory Issues CHIRP Handbook to Guide Space Cybersecurity Training, Partnerships, and Student Pipeline
WASHINGTON, April 27 (TNSLrpt) -- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued the report titled 'Cyber Halo Innovation Research Program CHIRP Handbook', report number PNNL-39147, authored by Penny McKenzie, Lisa Campbell, Ann Wright-Mockler, Cody Marcus, and Ashlee Adame in May 2026.
The handbook says CHIRP is a two-year undergraduate program built to prepare students in computer science, cybersecurity, and engineering for careers in space cybersecurity. It describes the program as a partnersh more
Professor Hannah Wiseman speaks with Wisconsin National Public Radio about data centers and elections
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, April 27 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news:
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Professor Hannah Wiseman speaks with Wisconsin National Public Radio about data centers and elections
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UNIVERSITY PARK, PA-Professor Hannah Wiseman was recently interviewed by Wisconsin National Public Radio, sharing insights on voters' increasing focus on data centers. You can read the story by clicking here.
Companies are investing massive amounts of money to build more
Public Citizen: Americans Want an Aggressive Crackdown on AI
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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Americans Want an Aggressive Crackdown on AI
Poll after poll shows Republican, Independent, and Democratic voters overwhelmingly support a draconian crackdown on AI and the corrupt tech giants forcing it on us. Public opinion has turned even more sharply against AI and Big Tech in the last few years, as their abuses and harms have become more evident, according to a memo compiled by Public Ci more
Reopening of PJM Interconnection Queue is Welcome Step Toward Lower Costs and Reliability
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Advanced Energy United issued the following news release:
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Reopening of PJM Interconnection Queue is Welcome Step Toward Lower Costs and Reliability
Largest U.S. grid operator to begin processing new interconnection queue requests following a multi-year pause that effectively froze the pipeline of new resources
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Today is the deadline for project developers to submit applications to PJM Interconnection as it begins the study of new gene more
REPS. LIEU AND OBERNOLTE INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO ADVANCE AMERICAN LEADERSHIP IN AI
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release:
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REPS LIEU AND OBERNOLTE INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN BILL TO ADVANCE AMERICAN LEADERSHIP IN AI
Today, Congressman Ted W. Lieu (D-Los Angeles County) and Congressman Jay Obernolte (R-CA), former heads of the Bipartisan Artificial Intelligence Task Force, introduced The American Leadership in AI Act, which brings together over 20 bipartisan legislative proposals that seek to act on many of the recommendations more
Scientists Esteemed by Public, with Vaccine Scientists Seen as Similar to Scientists in General
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 27 -- The University of Pennsylvania Annenberg Public Policy Center posted the following news release:
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Scientists Esteemed by Public, with Vaccine Scientists Seen as Similar to Scientists in General
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Vaccines and scientists who work on them have been embroiled in controversy and subject to unfounded attacks over the past half-dozen years. The litany of attacks has included both debunked claims and claims that lack evidence - for instance, that vaccine more
Securing the ultimate high ground: how the Space Force is revolutionizing airborne target tracking
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 27 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news:
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Securing the ultimate high ground: how the Space Force is revolutionizing airborne target tracking
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EL SEGUNDO, Calif. (AFNS) - In the modern era of emerging and pacing threats, the ability to clearly see the battlespace is no longer a given. As adversaries develop increasingly sophisticated ways to deny and contest traditional airspace, the U.S. military is looking upward to maintain its tactical advanta more
SEMIEXPO Heartland 2026 Spotlights Innovation in Next-Generation Automotive Electronics and Smart Manufacturing
MILPITAS, California, April 27 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release:
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SEMIEXPO Heartland 2026 Spotlights Innovation in Next-Generation Automotive Electronics and Smart Manufacturing
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MILPITAS, Calif. - April 27, 2026 - The second edition of SEMIEXPO Heartland opens this week, April 29-30 at the Detroit Marriot at the Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan, centered more
Senior enlisted leaders emphasize partnership as cornerstone of space superiority
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, April 27 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland issued the following news:
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Senior enlisted leaders emphasize partnership as cornerstone of space superiority
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado - In a panel discussion at the 41st Space Symposium on April 15, senior enlisted leaders from the United States and Canada asserted that robust partnerships with industry, allies, and technology partners are fundamental to maintaining a competitive adv more
Seven Scholars Honored for Academic Excellence and Advocacy
LA JOLLA, California, April 27 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Seven Scholars Honored for Academic Excellence and Advocacy
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With research spanning galaxies, environmental impacts on health, cancer cell development and Indigenous media, five Ph.D. students and two postdoctoral scholars from UC San Diego have joined a national network of researchers through the Edward Alexander Bouchet Graduate Honor Society. The society recognizes scholars wh more
Spartans Build Knowledge and Confidence with 2025-26 Teaching Excellence Awardees
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, April 27 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news:
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Spartans Build Knowledge and Confidence with 2025-26 Teaching Excellence Awardees
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Across all grades, the hurdle a teacher often faces on the first day of class is not lack of knowledge, but intimidation. In many cases, their students are reluctant to step up in front of classmates and risk making a mistake, cowed by Imposter Syndrome or the challenges of the coursewor more
Splunk Submits Detailed Public Comment to National Institute of Standards and Technology on AI Agent Security
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Splunk LLC, a Cisco company, has submitted a comprehensive public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology in response to its request for information on security considerations related to artificial intelligence agents. The letter outlines Splunk's assessment of the unique security risks posed by autonomous AI agent systems and recommends frameworks and monitoring approaches to enhance operational security.
In the letter addressed to the U.S. more
Temple faculty stand out at Innovation with Impact
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 27 -- Temple University posted the following news:
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Temple faculty stand out at Innovation with Impact
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President John Fry attended the spring installment of Innovation with Impact, highlighting the creative work of faculty throughout Temple's schools and colleges.
At Temple Talks, faculty members from across disciplines delivered six-minute presentations showcasing their research and innovative ideas.
On Jan. 28, during the unveiling of Temple's str more
Texas Southern University Launches Ascend 2030 Strategic Plan, Defining a Clear Path for Student Progress and Institutional Growth
HOUSTON, Texas, April 27 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news:
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Texas Southern University Launches Ascend 2030 Strategic Plan, Defining a Clear Path for Student Progress and Institutional Growth
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On April 23, Texas Southern University launched Ascend 2030, a comprehensive strategic plan that establishes a clear direction and a disciplined approach to driving student outcomes and expanding institutional impact.
The plan focuses on accelerating the forward trajectory more
TIP program builds momentum at S&T
ROLLA, Missouri, April 27 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news:
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TIP program builds momentum at S&T
S&T students are tackling cybersecurity threats and modernizing banking systems this semester, thanks to Kummer College's new Team Innovation Projects (TIP) program.
"This program is giving students the opportunity to work on real industry problems while they're still in the classroom," says Dr. Shou Wong, director of corporate partnerships. "They'r more
U.S. Department of Education Launches Comprehensive, Nationwide Federal Student Aid Fraud Prevention Effort
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release:
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U.S. Department of Education Launches Comprehensive, Nationwide Federal Student Aid Fraud Prevention Effort
Today, the U.S. Department of Education (the Department) launched a new, real-time fraud detection capability for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA(r)) form, marking the largest and most comprehensive, nationwide fraud prevention effort in the agency's history. Effective i more
U.S. Senator Katie Britt Questions Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Lowering Energy Affordability
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Katie Britt, R-Alabama, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Senator Katie Britt Questions Energy Secretary Chris Wright on Lowering Energy Affordability
U.S. Senator Katie Britt (R-Ala.) attended a Senate Appropriations Energy and Water Development Subcommittee hearing to review the President's Fiscal Year (FY) 2027 Department of Energy budget request with Energy Secretary Chris Wright. She highlighted her commitment to continue securing our grid, mainta more
UMGC alumnae build companies, programs, and future leaders
ADELPHI, Maryland, April 27 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news:
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Cybersecurity Practitioners with Purpose
UMGC alumnae build companies, programs, and future leaders
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Entrepreneurs and cybersecurity experts excel in seeing the bigger picture. At University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC), that wide-angle view has helped alumnae turn expertise into leadership and service.
Doing what others haven't
Tiffany Tremont '18, who earned a Master of Scien more
Use AI, But Never Surrender Your Critical Thinking
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 27 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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Use AI, But Never Surrender Your Critical Thinking
A conversation reshaping education, entrepreneurship and the future of work.
Written by Sheik Md Akij, MBA student and graduate assistant in UBalt's Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation.
At the University of Baltimore, students are asking a question their professors couldn't have imagined a few years ago: Will I lose my job to AI, or will I more
Using AI to surface unreported GLP-1 side effects in Reddit posts
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 27 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news:
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Using AI to surface unreported GLP-1 side effects in Reddit posts
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By using AI to analyze more than 400,000 Reddit posts, researchers at Penn's School of Engineering and Applied Science have identified patient-reported symptoms associated with GLP-1s, the popular weight-loss and diabetes drugs semaglutide and tirzepatide, that may not be fully captured in clinical trials or regulatory doc more
UWG Ed.S. Student Determined to Enhance Makerspace Education
CARROLLTON, Georgia, April 27 -- The University of West Georgia posted the following news:
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UWG Ed.S. Student Determined to Enhance Makerspace Education
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Have you ever wondered how CourseDen was created? Whenever you log on to view your courses, you are immediately met with sections of your grades, class announcements and online resources. These smartboards and learning management systems don't create themselves; they are created by well-trained specialists that thrive on making educat more
Verizon's Transformation Actions Deliver Growth & Profitability in 1Q26
NEW YORK, April 27 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Verizon's Transformation Actions Deliver Growth & Profitability in 1Q26; Company Raises Adjusted EPS Guidance
Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, Nasdaq: VZ) today reported first-quarter 2026 results that demonstrate accelerating momentum in its strategic transformation. The company delivered a strong quarter across core operating metrics, more
Wizards of the Coast Developers Form Union with CWA
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Communications Workers of America posted the following news release:
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Wizards of the Coast Developers Form Union with CWA
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Workers behind Magic: The Gathering Arena seek voluntary recognition by Hasbro subsidiary after a supermajority signed cards in favor of union representation
Renton, Wash. - Ahead of International Workers' Day, a supermajority of game developers behind the popular digital game Magic: The Gathering Arena has ann more
BofA Global Research Ranked No. 1 in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, April 26 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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BofA Global Research Ranked No. 1 in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey
HONG KONG - BofA Global Research today announced that it has been ranked No. 1 for Research in the 2026 Extel Asia Research Survey, earning the top overall position for the second consecutive year.
The Extel Asia Research survey ranks the region's sell-side analysts more
Insurance CROs are faced with an evolving risk landscape defined by speed, volatility and interconnection - EY/IIF Survey
LONDON, England, April 26 [Category: BizConsulting] -- EY, a global organization involved with advisory services, assurance, consulting, tax, transactions and technology, which includes the member firms of Ernst and Young Global Limited, posted the following news:
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Insurance CROs are faced with an evolving risk landscape defined by speed, volatility and interconnection - EY/IIF Survey
* CROs cite cybersecurity threats and digital hostilities as the most significant geopolitical impact on more
President Trump, First Lady Melania Trump to Welcome King Charles III, Queen Camilla for State Visit
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- The White House issued the following news:
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President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump to Welcome His Majesty King Charles the III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Her Majesty Queen Camilla for a State Visit
President Donald J. Trump and First Lady Melania Trump will welcome His Majesty King Charles the III of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland and Her Majesty Queen Camilla to Washington, DC for a St more
Scranton Interdisciplinary Conference Confronts Ethics of Artificial Intelligence
WASHINGTON, April 25 -- More than 100 professionals from 18 U.S. states and overseas gathered at the University of Scranton for a national interdisciplinary conference addressing the moral implications of emerging technology. The research event, Confronting the Ethics of Artificial Intelligence, took place from April 16 to April 18 and featured several dozen presenters from academia and various professional sectors.
George Aulisio, dean of the Weinberg Memorial Library and conference co-planner more
University of Pennsylvania Annenberg School for Communication Expand Communication Research Through Community Partnerships
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSxrep) -- University of Pennsylvania leadership is redefining the impact of academic scholarship by bridging the gap between theoretical knowledge and public action. Emily Falk, vice dean of the Annenberg School for Communication, is spearheading initiatives to ensure research addressing misinformation and climate change travels beyond academic journals into policy debates and everyday life.
Emily Falk, vice dean and professor of communication, has established four schoo more
Drexel University Joins Statewide Initiative to Accelerate AI and Quantum Innovation
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Drexel University joined six top research institutions in Pennsylvania and the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center to launch a statewide network focused on artificial intelligence and quantum computing technologies. The initiative, titled the Keystone AI + Quantum Factory, seeks to translate university research into practical applications for key industries to spur economic growth and job creation.
Aleister Saunders, Drexel executive vice provost for Research and Innovation more
Franklin and Marshall Supercomputer Powers Conservation Research in Lancaster
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Franklin & Marshall biologist Dan Ardia is utilizing campus supercomputing resources to analyze bird and mammal populations and their response to human environmental impacts. Ardia, associate dean of the faculty and Charles A. Dana professor of biology, partners with community organizations to use these insights for environmental stewardship and park management.
The research team employs acoustic sensors and trail cameras at the Spalding Conservancy and Sunnyside Peninsu more
American University SIS Students Present Research at National Conference on Undergraduate Research in Richmond
WASHINGTON, April 22 -- A delegation from American University traveled to Richmond, Virginia, to present original scholarship at the National Conference on Undergraduate Research. Five students from the School of International Service participated in the event held from April 13 to 15 to engage in interdisciplinary dialogue with peers from across the U.S.
Natalie Putz, student researcher, presented her study titled Russian Prison Tattoos as a Discourse of Resistance in Post-Soviet Russia. Her r more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Federal Management of Tribal Trust Funds Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13173) on April 24, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Mariel J. Murray:
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Federal Management of Tribal Trust Funds: Overview and Selected Issues for Congress
Congress has passed various laws to fulfill the federal trust responsibility, a legal obligation under which the United States - through treaties, acts of Congress, and court decisions - "has charged itself more
Immigration & Customs Enforcement, the Non-Detained Docket Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13208) on April 24, 2026, by immigration policy specialists William A. Kandel and Audrey Singer.
Here are excerpts:
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Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and the Non-Detained Docket (NDD)
Background
The Immigration and Nationality Act (INA, Title 8 of the U.S. Code) authorizes and sometimes requires the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) to detain aliens (f more
Treasury's Exchange Stabilization Fund Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13200) on April 24, 2026, by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte and international trade and finance specialist Rebecca M. Nelson.
Here are excerpts
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Treasury's Exchange Stabilization Fund
The Exchange Stabilization Fund (ESF) is an emergency reserve fund of the Department of the Treasury created by Congress in 1934. The ESF has evolved from its original purpose more
Veterans Service Organizations - Frequently Asked Questions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 25 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46412) on April 24, 2026, entitled "Veterans Service Organizations: Frequently Asked Questions" by senior research librarian Tamar B. Breslauer:
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SUMMARY
Veterans service organizations (VSOs) offer a range of services for veterans, servicemembers, dependents, and survivors. Some VSOs may provide programming for veterans in their communities, such as job fairs. Others may organize events more
Army's M-1E3 Abrams Tank Modernization Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12495) on April 23, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's M-1E3 Abrams Tank Modernization Program
Background
The M-1 Abrams Tank is designed to maneuver under fire and destroy enemy armored forces on the battlefield. The M-1 is named for General Creighton Abrams, a World War II armored bat more
ENERGY STAR Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10753) on April 23, 2026, by energy policy specialist Corrie E. Clark.
Here are excerpts:
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ENERGY STAR Program
Overview
ENERGY STAR(R) is an internationally recognized voluntary labeling program for energy-efficient products, homes, buildings, and manufacturing plants that is managed jointly by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of En more
Kings & Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IN12682) on April 23, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Kings and Queens Addressing Joint Meetings of Congress
On April 1, 2026, Speaker of the House of Representatives Mike Johnson, Senate Majority Leader John Thune, Senate Minority Leader Charles Schumer, and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries jointly invited King Charles III of the Uni more
Retailer Inventory & Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48916) on April 23, 2026, entitled "Retailer Inventory and Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions" by Michael Alan Havlin and Clare Y. Cho, industrial organization and business policy specialists.
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SUMMARY
Recent supply chain disruptions have contributed to price increases for certain consumer goods, such as vehicles, groceries, apparel, and consumer electr more
Retailer Inventory & Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48916) on April 23, 2026, entitled "Retailer Inventory and Pricing Behavior During Supply Chain Disruptions:"
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Selected Policy Options for Congress
Some Members of Congress have expressed concern about retailers' price increases and perceptions of price gouging, particularly during supply chain disruptions. These concerns tend to be focused on retailers of more
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48917) on April 23, 2026, entitled "S.Con.Res. 33: The Senate-Adopted FY2026 Budget Resolution" by Congress and legislative process specialists Drew C. Aherne and Megan S. Lynch.
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SUMMARY
On April 23, 2026, the Senate adopted S.Con.Res. 33, a budget resolution for FY2026. The budget resolution generally represents an agreement between the House and Senate on a budget more
Section 232 National Security Tariffs on Copper Imports Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12614) on April 23, 2026, by international trade and finance analyst Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 232 National Security Tariffs on Copper Imports
Congress has constitutional authority over foreign commerce and tariffs, a power it has partially delegated to the President. Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 (19 U.S.C. Sec.1862) authorizes the Pr more
Social Security Administration Staffing Levels Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48725) on April 23, 2026, entitled "Social Security Administration Staffing Levels: Data Brief" by income security specialist William R. Morton.
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Introduction ... 1
Recent Staffing Levels ... 1
Historical Staffing Levels ... 3
Figures
Figure 1. SSA Total Staff on Duty at the End of the Month ... 1
Figure 2. SSA Total Staff on Duty at the End of the more
Tickets for Live Entertainment Events Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 24 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48179) on April 22, 2026, entitled "Tickets for Live Entertainment Events:"
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Selected Legislative Options
Some Members of the 118th and 119th Congresses have introduced bills related to ticketing services for live events. The provisions in some of these bills aimed to increase protections for consumers by, for example, increasing transparency about the tick more
Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12094) on April 22, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The Army's XM-30 Mechanized Infantry Combat Vehicle (Formerly the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle [OMFV])
Background
The Army's XM-30, previously known as the Optionally Manned Fighting Vehicle (OMFV), is being designed to replace the M-2 B more
Russia's Nuclear Weapons Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12672) on April 22, 2026, by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink:
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Russia's Nuclear Weapons
According to the Pentagon's 2026 National Defense Strategy, Russia "possesses the world's largest nuclear arsenal, which it continues to modernize and diversify, as well as undersea, space, and cyber capabilities that it could employ against the U.S. Homeland."
Since Russia's Febr more
Seafood Import Monitoring Program Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48469) on April 21, 2026, entitled "The Seafood Import Monitoring Program" by natural resources policy analyst Anthony R. Marshak.
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SUMMARY
The Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP)
The Seafood Import Monitoring Program (SIMP) is a federal risk-based seafood traceability program that sets reporting and recordkeeping requirements from the point of harvest to entry more
Seafood Import Monitoring Program Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48469) on April 21, 2026, entitled "The Seafood Import Monitoring Program:"
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Recent Agency Actions Regarding the Seafood Import Monitoring Program
NOAA has considered potential expansions and refinements to SIMP's implementation, including in response to an evaluation of the program. In December 2022, NMFS issued a proposed rule to expand SIMP in accordance more
Electing the Speaker of the House of Representatives - Frequently Asked Questions Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44243) on April 21, 2026, entitled "Electing the Speaker of the House of Representatives: Frequently Asked Questions" by Congress and legislative process specialist Valerie Heitshusen.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
Current practice for electing a Speaker, either at the start of a Congress or in the event of a vacancy (e.g., death or resignation), is by roll call vote, during which Member more
Farm Bill Primer - Trade & Export Promotion Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12155) on April 21, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Benjamin Tsui.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Trade and Export Promotion Programs
Agricultural exports are significant to farmers and the U.S. economy. With the productivity of U.S. agriculture growing faster than domestic demand, farmers and agriculturally oriented firms rely on export markets to sustain pr more
Federal Individual Income Tax Brackets, Standard Deductions & Personal Exemption - 1988 to 2026 Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. RL34498) on April 21, 2026, entitled "Federal Individual Income Tax Brackets, Standard Deductions and Personal Exemption: 1988 to 2026" by public finance analysts Nicholas E. Buffie and Brendan McDermott.
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SUMMARY
This report tracks changes in federal individual income tax brackets, the standard deduction, and the personal exemption since 1988. All three tax items hav more
Marine Corps' Amphibious Combat Vehicle Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11755) on April 21, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The Marine Corps' Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV)
Background
The Marine Corps describes the Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) as a
'next-generation, eight-wheeled vehicle designed to move Marines from ship to shore. The vehicle will be the primary means of tactical mobilit more
Pentagon-Anthropic Dispute Over Autonomous Weapon Systems - Potential Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 22 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12669) on April 21, 2026, by Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist:
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Pentagon-Anthropic Dispute over Autonomous Weapon Systems: Potential Issues for Congress
On February 27, 2026, President Donald J. Trump directed federal agencies to "IMMEDIATELY CEASE all use of [American AI company] Anthropic's technology." Secretary of Defense Pete Hegset more
Conditioning Federal Funding on Elections Policies - Options & Considerations for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13013) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Conditioning Federal Funding on Elections Policies: Options and Considerations for Congress
Congress has broad authority to regulate many aspects of the administration of federal elections. Members might sometimes wish to influence state or local policy on aspects of e more
Congressional Court Watcher - Circuit Splits From March 2026 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11420) on April 20, 2026, by legislative attorney Alexander H. Pepper and deputy assistant director Michael John Garcia:
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Congressional Court Watcher: Circuit Splits from March 2026
The U.S. Courts of Appeals for the thirteen "circuits" issue thousands of precedential decisions each year. Because relatively few of these decisions are ultimately reviewed by the Supre more
Election Security: Federal Funding for Securing Election Systems Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11286) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Election Security: Federal Funding for Securing Election Systems
Foreign efforts to interfere in the 2016 elections highlighted the potential for threats to the technologies, facilities, and processes used to administer elections. The federal government has responded t more
Elections Grant Programs - Authorizations & Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11961) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Elections Grant Programs: Authorizations and Appropriations
Congress first authorized major federal grant programs for elections in the Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA; P.L. 107-252). HAVA was enacted in response to issues with the conduct of the 2000 elections. Li more
ENERGY STAR Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10753) on April 20, 2026, by energy policy specialist Corrie E. Clark.
Here are excerpts:
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ENERGY STAR Program
Overview
ENERGY STAR(R) is an internationally recognized voluntary labeling program for energy-efficient products, homes, buildings, and manufacturing plants that is managed jointly by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of En more
ESA "God Squad" Exemption for Gulf Oil & Gas Activities Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11421) on April 20, 2026, by legislative attorney Cassandra J. Barnum and coordinator of research planning Erin H. Ward:
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ESA "God Squad" Exemption for Gulf Oil and Gas Activities: Background and Current Litigation
On March 31, 2026, the Endangered Species Committee - colloquially referred to as the "God Squad" because of its power to determine the fate of species - more
Establishing & Funding Elections Grant Programs - Policy Options Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11962) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton.
Here are excerpts:
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Establishing and Funding Elections Grant Programs: Policy Options
Recent congressional activity on elections issues has often taken the form of action on grant programs or funding. One type of action Members have increasingly explored in recent legislative proposals is more
Family-to-Family Health Information Centers Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12317) on April 20, 2026, by health policy analyst Alexandria K. Mickler.
Here are excerpts:
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Family-to-Family Health Information Centers
Family-to-Family Health Information Centers (F2F HICs) receive mandatory appropriations to provide support and information to families of children and youth with special health care needs (CYSHCN). Currently, the F2F HIC program receive more
FDA Response to a Raw Dairy Toxic E. Coli Outbreak Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12681) on April 20, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Laura Pineda-Bermudez:
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Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Response to a Raw Dairy Toxic E. coli Outbreak
Introduction
On March 15, 2026, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' (HHS's) Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and certain state public health o more
Parental Rights & Student Gender Transitions at School - Legal Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11422) on April 20, 2026, by legislative attorneys Jared P. Cole and Whitney K. Novak:
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Parental Rights and Student Gender Transitions at School: Legal Developments
How public schools should treat transgender students has generated substantial debate, raising legal questions in contexts such as bathroom access, athletics participation, and pronoun usage. One particu more
Private Funding for Election Administration Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12501) on April 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton:
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Private Funding for Election Administration
State and local election offices sometimes receive private donations of money, goods, or services to help them carry out their work. Following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the 2020 election cycle, private individuals funded grant progra more
U.S. Army's Typhon Mid-Range Capability System Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12135) on April 20, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The U.S. Army's Typhon Mid-Range Capability (MRC) System
What Is the Army's Mid-Range Capability System?
Improved Chinese and Russian long-ranged artillery systems, uncrewed aerial vehicles (UAVs), and the proliferation of special munitions have renewed concerns about the more
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The Catholic Legal Immigration Network Inc. submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled "Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants," published on February 23, 2026. CLINIC, which represents a coalition of over 400 community-based and diocesan legal service providers across 48 states and D.C., critiqued the proposal for undermining the rights and dignity of asylum seeke more
Rail Labor Organizations Urge DOT to Prioritize Safety and Investment in Rural Rail Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen and the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employes Division submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing challenges faced by rural communities in rail transportation. Representing over 60,000 railroad workers, these organizations emphasized the need to maintain and upgrade rural rail infrastructure, enhance safety measures, and improve fundi more
Amazon Highlights Security Considerations for Agentic AI in Response to NIST Request
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Amazon Web Services submitted a public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology and the Center for AI Standards and Innovation addressing security considerations for artificial intelligence agents, specifically focusing on agentic AI systems.
Amazon frames agentic AI as autonomous systems capable of planning and executing complex sequences of actions independently, raising new security challenges beyond traditional software and generative AI more
Challenges in Rural Transportation Systems Highlighted in University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Letter to U.S. Department of Transportation
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga Center for Urban Informatics and Progress has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation addressing challenges faced by rural transportation systems. The letter responds to the agency's Request for Information on the Rural Opportunities to Use Transportation for Economic Success (ROUTES) Initiative and draws on CUIP's expertise with connected and digitally supported transportation systems, includin more
Church World Service Urges DHS to Rescind Proposal Restricting Work Permits for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Church World Service, a faith-based humanitarian organization serving refugees and asylum seekers across 24 states, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a recent Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would drastically limit asylum applicants' access to employment authorization documents (EADs). CWS asserts that the proposed rule would create nearly insurmountable barriers for asylum seekers attempting to lawfully work while t more
City of Ceres Highlights Transportation Challenges in Letter to U.S. Department of Transportation
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The City of Ceres in Stanislaus County, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of the Secretary regarding the Rural Transportation Request for Information (Docket No.: DOT-OST-2026-0298). The letter emphasizes critical transportation infrastructure challenges faced by rural-adjacent communities like Ceres, focusing on aging infrastructure, safety concerns, and environmental impacts within the framework of the Depart more
City of Gustine, California, Urges U.S. Department of Transportation to Address Rural Infrastructure Challenges
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The City of Gustine, representing a small agricultural community in Merced County, California, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Office of the Secretary regarding the Rural Transportation Request for Information (Docket No.: DOT-OST-2026-0298). The letter highlights significant transportation and infrastructure challenges faced by Gustine and similar small incorporated rural cities, urging the department to take targeted action t more
Economic Policy Institute Condemns DHS Proposed Employment Authorization Rule for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Economic Policy Institute, a nonprofit think tank focused on low- and middle-income workers' economic interests, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking entitled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants.
EPI criticized the proposed rule for imposing extensive delays and restrictive barriers on asylum applicants seeking Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), whi more
Guam Officials Oppose BOEM Rule Changes on Offshore Mineral Regulations
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Governor and Lieutenant Governor of Guam, along with other local leaders, have submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management of the U.S. Department of the Interior expressing strong opposition to proposed administrative revisions to regulations related to Outer Continental Shelf minerals other than oil, gas, and sulfur. The correspondence addresses changes published in the Federal Register in February 2026 (Docket No.: BOEM-2025-0120).
Th more
Human Agenda Opposes DHS Proposed Rule Changes to Asylum Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Human Agenda, a San Jose, California-based non-profit organization specializing in immigration legal services, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's proposed rulemaking on asylum-related employment authorization. The letter, authored by a senior attorney at Human Agenda, criticizes the proposed changes as severely harmful to asylum seekers and the broader community.
The DHS Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (N more
Human Agenda Opposes DHS Proposed Rule to Restrict Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Human Agenda, a San Jose, California-based non-profit organization that provides immigration legal services through its legal collective CLARO, submitted a public comment letter opposing the U.S. Department of Homeland Security proposed rule modifying work authorization eligibility for asylum applicants. The letter strongly criticizes the proposed changes, warning they would exacerbate hardships faced by vulnerable immigrant communities.
Human Agenda focuses on supportin more
Human Food Subsidies Linked to Shorter Hibernation and Accelerated Cellular Aging in Black Bears
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Durango Bear Project has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior highlighting research findings on how consumption of human food subsidies affects the hibernation patterns and cellular aging of free-ranging American black bears (Ursus americanus) in Colorado. The letter details a study conducted by researchers that examined the molecular impacts of altered denning behavior attributed to human development.
According to the project, bea more
International Rescue Committee Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Severely Restricting Asylum Seekers' Work Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The International Rescue Committee submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking that would impose severe restrictions on asylum applicants' access to Employment Authorization Documents, or work permits. The IRC emphasized that the proposal would effectively prohibit most asylum seekers from obtaining work authorization, creating substantial economic and social harms for asylum seekers and American c more
LatinoJustice Urges DHS to Rescind Proposed Rule Limiting Work Authorization for Asylum Seekers
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- LatinoJustice PRLDEF has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's Notice of Proposed Rulemaking titled Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants.
The letter criticizes the NPRM for imposing severe restrictions and delays on asylum seekers' access to Employment Authorization Documents (EADs), which enable them to work legally while their asylum claims are adjudicated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigratio more
Maine Center for Economic Policy Opposes USCIS Proposed Rule on Asylum Employment Authorization
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Maine Center for Economic Policy submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, opposing the agency's proposed rulemaking on employment authorization for asylum applicants (Docket No.: USCIS-2025-0370). The organization warned that the proposed changes, which would effectively halt granting new work permits to asylum seekers, threaten to disrupt Maine's economy by exacerbating labor shortages and impeding economic growth.
The Main more
Rural Transportation Challenges and Funding Barriers Highlighted in CARPDC Letter to USDOT
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Central Alabama Regional Planning and Development Commission has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation outlining pressing challenges and funding obstacles facing rural transportation in the region. The letter details critical infrastructure concerns, safety issues, transit limitations, broadband gaps, and funding difficulties that impede rural competitiveness and mobility.
CARPDC identifies aging pavements and bridges, coupled wit more
Splunk Submits Detailed Public Comment to National Institute of Standards and Technology on AI Agent Security
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Splunk LLC, a Cisco company, has submitted a comprehensive public comment letter to the National Institute of Standards and Technology in response to its request for information on security considerations related to artificial intelligence agents. The letter outlines Splunk's assessment of the unique security risks posed by autonomous AI agent systems and recommends frameworks and monitoring approaches to enhance operational security.
In the letter addressed to the U.S. more
Spring Institute Urges DHS to Withdraw Proposed Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Spring Institute for Intercultural Learning has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Homeland Security opposing the agency's proposed Employment Authorization Reform for Asylum Applicants rule (Docket No.: USCIS-2025-0370). The organization, which supports immigrant integration in Colorado, expressed strong concerns about the economic and social impacts of the rule on asylum seekers and local communities.
The Spring Institute detailed that the more
Wildlife Conservation Society: Sociological and Ethical Debates Shape Future of Black Bear Hunting Practices
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Wildlife Conservation Society has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service regarding current black bear hunting methodologies. The letter draws upon discussions from the Fifth Western Black Bear Workshop held in Provo, Utah, highlighting the evolving sociological and ethical considerations surrounding black bear hunting in western states.
The letter emphasizes that while black bears have traditionally been hunted under the premise of po more
Tipoffs: Iran
Australian P.M. Albanese Announces Additional Diesel Shipments to Secure Fuel Supply
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese confirmed during a news conference at Port Botany and a subsequent interview on ABC Sydney that the country has secured over 200 million liters of diesel. Accompanied by the Energy Minister, Albanese explained that Export Finance Australia is underwriting these purchases through BP and Viva Energy to provide national fuel security during a period of global turbulence.
The prime minister stated that the shipments, sourced from S more
British Minister Doughty Calls for Global Action to Reopen International Waterways
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- British Minister of State for Europe, North America and the Overseas Territories Stephen Doughty addressed the United Nations Security Council in New York to demand the restoration of freedom of navigation in the Strait of Hormuz. Doughty stated that the United Kingdom is working with international partners to safeguard mariners and prevent Iran from disrupting global energy markets and supply chains.
The minister criticized the decision by Russia and China to veto reso more
British P.M. Starmer Celebrates Implementation of Employment Rights Bill at Union of Shop, Distributive & Allied Workers Conference
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- British Prime Minister Keir Starmer addressed the Union of Shop, Distributive and Allied Workers annual delegate meeting to mark the enactment of the Employment Rights Bill into law. Speaking in Blackpool, the prime minister highlighted that the legislation now guarantees sick pay and paternity leave from day one while banning exploitative zero-hour contracts and fire and rehire practices.
Starmer emphasized that these reforms fulfill a promise to provide security and r more
Fordham Political Review Posts Commentary: Unspoken Truth of America's War Crimes in Iran
BRONX, New York, April 28 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary on April 27, 2026, by Andrew Kravatz:
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The Unspoken Truth of America's War Crimes in Iran
On February 28, 2026, the United States and Israel launched an illegal war on Iran. Since then, over 4,000 people have been killed, including over 300 children, 13 United States service members, and dozens of aid workers. The war has permeated throughout the Middle East, with over 12 countries reporting casualt more
ICYMI: U.S. Senators John Fetterman and Katie Britt Talk Friendship, Mental Health, and Social Media on Bipartisan NBC Show
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Sen. John Fetterman, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release on April 27, 2026:
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ICYMI: U.S. Senators John Fetterman and Katie Britt Talk Friendship, Mental Health, and Social Media on Bipartisan NBC Show
Last week, U.S. Senators John Fetterman (D-PA) and Katie Britt (R-AL) joined Kristen Welker on NBC's Common Ground Live, a live show bringing together leaders with different perspectives who work across the aisle, and engage in discourse on bipartisan p more
Mich. Democratic Party: Shot/Chaser - Michigan Gas Prices Rising Fastest in the Nation; Mike Rogers Said Michiganders Should Be "Fine" Paying More
LANSING, Michigan, April 28 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release:
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SHOT/CHASER: Michigan Gas Prices Rising Fastest in the Nation; Mike Rogers Said Michiganders Should Be "Fine" Paying More
After multi-millionaire Mike Rogers was caught "downplaying" the economic impact of high gas prices at a recent campaign event, Michigan gas prices are surging once again, with the state now facing the "biggest weekly average [price] increase" in the nation:
* SHOT: Roger more
State Dept. Issues Transcript of Secretary of Rubio Interview With Fox News Channel
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of an interview on April 27, 2026, by Trey Yingst of Fox News Channel with Secretary Marco Rubio:
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QUESTION: Secretary Rubio, thank you for speaking with Fox News.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Thank you. Thanks. It's great to see you here and not on the balcony with a vest on.
QUESTION: Absolutely. Great to see you. You were at the White House Correspondents' Dinner on Saturday night. I'm curious what was going thro more
Virginia Commonwealth University: How I Found My Research - Tara Nikzad Joolhar Loves Both the Challenges and Surprises She Finds in the Lab
RICHMOND, Virginia, April 28 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following Q&A on April 27, 2026, by Tom Gresham with Tara Nikzad Joolhar, a student majoring in science and philosophy major:
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How I found my research: Tara Nikzad Joolhar loves both the challenges and surprises she finds in the lab
Joolhar, a science and philosophy major at VCU, will graduate this spring at the age of 20. A career in medicine is in her sights next.
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How I found my research is an occasional se more
Virginia Tech: What Successful Peace Negotiations Between Iran and the U.S. Will Require
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, April 28 -- Virginia Tech issued the following Q&A on April 27, 2026, involving political scientist Robert Hodges:
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What successful peace negotiations between Iran and the U.S. will require
The United States and Israeli war with Iran is complicated and multilateral, driven by varied motives, with the primary actors desiring different outcomes. Centered on the Strait of Hormuz and on Lebanon, the conflict extends across the region and its effects have global implicat more
BREAKING: Jim Desmond Joins NRCC's Unpopular "MAGA Majority" in CA-48
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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BREAKING: Jim Desmond Joins NRCC's Unpopular "MAGA Majority" in CA-48
In response to news that Jim Desmond was added to the NRCC's "MAGA Majority," DCCC spokesperson Anna Elsasser released the following statement:
"The NRCC agrees Jim Desmond is a MAGA extremist - full stop. After posing as a 'common sense' moderate, Desmond wasted no time flipping to embrace Donald Trump and Re more
British Minister Doughty Reaffirms UK Commitment to Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- British Minister of State for Europe, North America and the Overseas Territories Stephen Doughty addressed the United Nations General Assembly in New York to emphasize the enduring importance of the Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons. Doughty stated that the agreement remains a vital pillar of international security but warned against taking its stability for granted amid nuclear expansion in China and non-compliance by Iran and North Korea.
The minister more
Dexter Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Iran War
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Rep. Maxine Dexter, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Dexter Introduces War Powers Resolution to End Iran War
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Dexter (OR-03), a member of the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC), introduced a War Powers Resolution to end Trump's illegal and immoral war with Iran.
"Oregonians have been calling my office nonstop with opposition to this war-and they are right to be outraged. I am outraged too," said Dexter. "From the beginn more
IBA Bare Knuckle card confirmed for St. Petersburg: IBA.PRO Champions Night
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, April 27 [Category: Sports] -- The International Boxing Association issued the following news:
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IBA Bare Knuckle card confirmed for St. Petersburg: IBA.PRO Champions Night
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The International Boxing Association (IBA) is set to electrify the KSK Arena in St. Petersburg on 4 May with the upcoming IBA.PRO Champions Night.
This historic event will feature a unique dual format, combining traditional boxing with the high-intensity world of bare-knuckle fighting. While more
ICYMI--Hagerty Joins Kudlow on Fox Business to Discuss Warsh Confirmation, Latest on Iran
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Bill Hagerty, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI--Hagerty Joins Kudlow on Fox Business to Discuss Warsh Confirmation, Latest on Iran
On Friday, United States Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN), a member of the Senate Banking and Foreign Relations Committees joined Kudlow on Fox Business to discuss Kevin Warsh's Confirmation Process to be Fed Chairman and the Trump administration's talks with Iran.
Partial Transcript
Hagerty on the probe into Fe more
Institute of Public Affairs: $165.5 million carbon tax on our last two refineries
MELBOURNE, Australia, April 27 [Category: International] (TNSrpt) -- The Institute of Public Affairs issued the following news release:
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The $165.5 million carbon tax on our last two refineries
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"The 2026 Iran war has revealed the costs of Australia being a fuel importer. We must restore our sovereign capability, and the first cab off the rank should be to exempt our remaining refineries from the Safeguard Mechanism," said Saxon Davidson, Research Fellow at the Institute of Public Affa more
Lujan, Cortez Masto Fight for Fair and Transparent Energy Prices Amid Trump's War in Iran
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Cortez Masto Fight for Fair and Transparent Energy Prices Amid Trump's War in Iran
Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) and Catherine Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) introduced legislation to help combat high gas and energy prices in New Mexico and across the country. The Fair and Transparent Gas Prices Act would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to investigate anti-competitive, col more
MAGA Jay Feely "In Lockstep With Trump" On Unpopular Iran War, Tariffs, ICE Killing U.S. Citizens [AZ Family]
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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MAGA Jay Feely "In Lockstep With Trump" On Unpopular Iran War, Tariffs, ICE Killing U.S. Citizens [AZ Family]
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New reporting highlights how MAGA Republican Jay Feely is openly embracing Trump's cost-spiking agenda - even as the President's approval ratings continue to take a nosedive.
In an interview with AZ Family, Feely brushed off sky-high gas prices and Trump's price-spikin more
Missouri S&T student selected for national engineering educators program
ROLLA, Missouri, April 27 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following news:
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Missouri S&T student selected for national engineering educators program
Darya Pirmohammadi, a Ph.D. student in chemical engineering at Missouri S&T, has been selected for a national professional development program designed to prepare future engineering educators.
Pirmohammadi, of Iran, will attend the 2026 Emerging Engineering Educators (EMEE) workshop this summer -part of the Kern E more
New AP Reporting Scrutinizes Jen Kiggans' Vote to Gut Clean Energy Tax Credits, Betraying Coastal Virginia
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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New AP Reporting Scrutinizes Jen Kiggans' Vote to Gut Clean Energy Tax Credits, Betraying Coastal Virginia
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Congresswoman Jen Kiggans continues to face scrutiny for saying one thing in Virginia, only to turn around and betray her community in Washington.
Major new reporting from the AP details how Kiggans "portrayed herself as a champion of renewable energy" but then "voted in more
New research addresses concerns over the use of Electric Vehicles
GLASGOW, Scotland, April 27 -- The University of Glasgow posted the following news:
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New research addresses concerns over the use of Electric Vehicles
As more UK drivers switch to electric vehicles (EVs), experts at the University of Glasgow have shared research that improves understanding of the behaviours and charging demand of EV drivers, that can help with a more efficient and equitable deployment of public charging infrastructure and improve the overall driving experience.
With t more
NOW Demands Funding for Global Women's Human Rights
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Political] -- The National Organization for Women issued the following news release:
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NOW Demands Funding for Global Women's Human Rights
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The Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW), adopted in 1979 by the UN General Assembly, is often described as an international bill of rights for women. But today, those rights are threatened by budget cuts that have removed safeguards for women's rights and end the global c more
On the U.S. Military Action Against Iran
NEW YORK, April 27 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The New York City Bar Association issued the following news release:
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On the U.S. Military Action Against Iran
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New York City Bar Association Statement
On February 28, 2026, the United States joined Israel in initiating a large-scale military operation against Iran without required authorization from Congress or from the UN Security Council. [1] In the ensuing weeks, the war has spread through much of the wider Gulf region. The New York Cit more
Vineyard Wind Contracts Lower Electricity Prices for Massachusetts Customers
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 27 -- Gov. Maura Healey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Vineyard Wind Contracts Lower Electricity Prices for Massachusetts Customers
The Healey-Driscoll Administration today is announcing the activation of the Vineyard Wind contracts, which ensure stable, affordable prices for 20 years and save Massachusetts customers a projected $1.4 billion on electricity bills over the next 20 years.
"Vineyard Wind is a key part of our all-of-the-abo more
Warren, Kelly, Gillibrand, Blumenthal Investigate Hegseth's Failure to Protect Troops in Middle East After Fatal Attack
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Kelly, Gillibrand, Blumenthal Investigate Hegseth's Failure to Protect Troops in Middle East After Fatal Attack
Troops injured in strike on Kuwait post reportedly received no warning to evacuate, denied requests for additional protections
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U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Kirsten Gillibrand (D-N.Y.), and Mark Kelly (D-Ariz.) launched a new more
Welch Joins Bill to Block Trump's Attacks on Vote by Mail, Presses USPS on Unconstitutional Executive Order
WASHINGTON, April 27 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch Joins Bill to Block Trump's Attacks on Vote by Mail, Presses USPS on Unconstitutional Executive Order
U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) joined the Absentee and Mail Voter Protection Act (Absentee MVP) Act, legislation led by U.S. Senators Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.), and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), to block President Trump's unlawful March 31, 2026, executive order (EO) that aims to more
Wilson Center: Latin America's Negative Supply Shock from the U.S.-Iran Conflict
WASHINGTON, April 27 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Wilson Center, an organization that provides nonpartisan insights and analysis on global affairs to policymakers and the public through deep research, open dialogue and independent scholarship, issued the following news release:
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Latin America's Negative Supply Shock from the US-Iran Conflict
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Latin American economies are currently absorbing two negative supply shocks: tariffs and oil prices.
Countries in the re more
The Leader's Floor Lookout: Week of April 27, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 26 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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The Leader's Floor Lookout: Week of April 27, 2026
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Here's what to watch for on the House Floor this week:
Responsibly Funding Our Brave ICE and Border Patrol to Keep Americans Safe
This week, House Republicans are bringing forward a budget resolution to pave the way for the end of Democrats' dangerous shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security by instructing committe more
Australian P.M. Albanese Discusses Economic Resilience and Fuel Security Amid Global Conflict
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese appeared on The Issue podcast to discuss the government's strategy for the upcoming federal budget and the nation's response to the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Albanese highlighted that the closure of the Strait of Hormuz has created a "very turbulent time" globally, leading to spiked inflation and significant pressure on diesel and jet fuel supplies. He announced that the government has secured 400 million litres of a more
Sen. Durbin Statement On Senate Republicans Approving $140 Billion To Fund ICE & Border Patrol
WASHINGTON, April 23 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement:
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Durbin Statement On Senate Republicans Approving $140 Billion To Fund ICE & Border Patrol
As prices continue to rise, Durbin denounced Republicans' misplaced priorities to fund Trump's mass deportation campaign
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U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee and a member of the Senate Appropria more
