IRVINE, California, March 27 -- The University of California Irvine campus issued the following news release:
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AAAS names 7 UC Irvine researchers as fellows
Scholars are honored for their efforts to advance science or its applications
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The American Association for the Advancement of Science, the world's largest general scientific society, has selected seven University of California, Irvine researchers - working in disciplines as diverse as chemistry, civil and environmental engineerin more
AAAS Welcomes 13 IU Faculty Members as 2025 Fellows
INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, March 27 -- The Indiana University Indianapolis campus issued the following news:
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AAAS welcomes 13 IU faculty members as 2025 fellows
Thirteen Indiana University faculty members from the humanities, medicine and sciences earned election to the American Association for the Advancement of Science's 2025 fellows class -- the most fellows elected in one year in IU's history.
The American Association for the Advancement of Science is the world's largest and most respe more
Advent Expands Defense Focus With Commitment to Invest Up to $1 Billion in Next-Generation Defense Technology
BOSTON, Massachusetts, March 27 -- Advent International, a private equity investor, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Advent expands defense focus with commitment to invest up to $1 billion in next-generation defense technology
- Builds on a longstanding, consistent investment strategy in defense
- Focused on advancing technologies critical to national security and resilience
- Initial investment in Shield AI marks the next phase of this strategy
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Advent, a leadi more
AI Exploration Day at NJIT: University-Wide Reckoning in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
NEWARK, New Jersey, March 27 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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AI Exploration Day at NJIT: A University-Wide Reckoning in the Age of Artificial Intelligence
On the first night of classes at the Newark Technical School in 1881 -- the institution that would become New Jersey Institute of Technology -- 88 students walked through a snowstorm into a three-story building on West Park Street. The building was lit by 26 light bulbs, powered by electricity furn more
Annenberg Scholars Receive Information & Democracy Research Grants
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Sixteen researchers at the Annenberg School for Communication at the University of Pennsylvania earned support for projects exploring the intersection of media, technology, and democracy. The Information and Democracy Research Grants fund studies on media ecosystems, the role of AI as an information intermediary, and communication strategies for persuasion.
Sandra Gonzalez-Bailon, Carolyn Marvin professor of communication and sociology and MindCORE postdoctoral research more
Army Reaches Conditional Agreement With Private Industry for Hyperscaled Data Centers
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Army issued the following news release:
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Army reaches conditional agreement with private industry for hyperscaled data centers
The U.S. Army has conditionally selected two companies to enter into exclusive negotiations to build and operate commercial hyperscaled data centers on two Army installations. The initiative demonstrates a model for industry relationships under the Army's Enhanced Use Lease program.
Global Investment Firm Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) was more
Audiences Agency Report Examines Real-World Adoption and Perceptions of Artificial Intelligence
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- Let's Get Real: AI - A report from Audiences Agency, Manchester, United Kingdom - March 2026 (83 pages)
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The Audience Agency issued a report analyzing how organizations are engaging with artificial intelligence in practice, with a focus on real-world adoption, perceived value, and the gap between expectations and implementation. The report evaluates how professionals understand and use AI tools, identifies barriers to effective integration, and explores t more
BAE Systems and Scale AI Combine Forces to Bring Agentic AI to Defense Missions and Platforms
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 27 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release:
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BAE Systems and Scale AI combine forces to bring agentic AI to defense missions and platforms
New strategic relationship agreement pairs deep mission expertise with agentic AI to accelerate the development of intelligent systems that act, adapt, and accelerate the speed of the mission
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BAE Systems and Scale AI have announced a strategic relationship agreement to accelerate the development and fielding of more
Cal. State-San Bernardino: Technology Leader David Harding to Deliver Opening Keynote Address for Defining the Future Conference
SAN BERNARDINO, California, March 27 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news:
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Technology leader David Harding to deliver opening keynote address for Defining the Future conference
Harding, who will be the opening keynote speaker at the April 15-16 conference, has more than 30 years of experience in cybersecurity, digital identity and emerging technologies. He currently serves as chairman and CEO of Entrokey Labs, a company developing advanced encry more
Census Bureau: Business Trends and Outlook Survey Data Release -- March 26, 2026
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSrep) -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following tip sheet:
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Business Trends and Outlook Survey Data Release -- March 26, 2026
The U.S. Census Bureau today released new data products from the Business Trends and Outlook Survey (BTOS) (https://www.census.gov/data/experimental-data-products/business-trends-and-outlook-survey.html), a survey that measures business conditions and projections on an ongoing basis. BTOS will continue to collect data complementary to more
Chairman Mast, HFAC, Advances Chip Security Act
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Chairman Mast, HFAC, Advances Chip Security Act
Today, the House Foreign Affairs Committee advanced the Chip Security Act, a measure to prevent the illicit smuggling of advanced AI chips to foreign adversaries as part of a full committee markup.
"If we're going to export advanced AI chips, we need confidence that they don't end up in more
Circana Announces Top 50 U.S. Restaurants for 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 27 (TNSrep) -- Circana, a company that says it is a leading advisor on the complexity of consumer behavior, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Circana Announces Top 50 U.S. Restaurants for 2026
Circana's 2026 Definitive U.S. Restaurant Ranking Report highlights the top 50 brands shaping the industry, with U.S. restaurant spending up 3% in 2025. McDonald's, Starbucks, and Chick-fil-A lead the market, while Chili's climbs the rankings and Shake S more
CSU and IBM Host Hackathon to Help Students Develop Workplace Skills, Tackle Real-World Problems
LONG BEACH, California, March 27 -- California State University issued the following news:
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CSU and IBM Host Hackathon to Help Students Develop Workplace Skills, Tackle Real-World Problems
About 160 students participated in teams to design innovative, AI-powered solutions in health care, semiconductor manufacturing and education.
By Alisia Ruble and Warren Robak
The California State University and IBM collaborated to host an AI-focused hackathon at Cal State LA March 16-17, 2026. Spons more
CSUSB Students Put Human Judgment at Center of AI Learning
SAN BERNARDINO, California, March 27 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news:
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CSUSB students put human judgment at center of AI learning
At Cal State San Bernardino, students lead hands-on workshops showing how artificial intelligence can be used thoughtfully, ethically and across disciplines without replacing human expertise.
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At a time when artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping classrooms, a group of students at Cal State San Bernardino more
Detroit Metro Area Communities Study Report Examines Use of Artificial Intelligence in Local Government Operations
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSLrpt) -- DETROITERS' CAUTIOUS AND CONDITIONAL SUPPORT FOR ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE IN LOCAL GOVERNMENT - A report from University of Michigan Detroit Metro Area Communities Study - March 2026 (8 pages)
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The University of Michigan Detroit Metro Area Communities Study issued a report analyzing how local governments in the Detroit metropolitan region are adopting and using artificial intelligence, with a focus on operational applications, workforce impacts, and public more
Duke University Pratt School of Engineering: Hai 'Helen' Li Named American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow
DURHAM, North Carolina, March 27 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following news:
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Hai "Helen" Li Named American Association for the Advancement of Science Fellow
Li was recognized for contributions to the hardware design and implementation of machine learning algorithms, their translation to industrial practice, related educational endeavors, and service to the profession.
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Hai "Helen" Li, chair of Duke University's Department of Electrical and Computer Engin more
Eleven WashU Faculty Elected to AAAS
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, March 27 -- Washington University in St. Louis issued the following news:
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Eleven WashU faculty elected to AAAS
Eleven WashU faculty members are among the nearly 500 new fellows selected by the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), one of the most distinct honors in the scientific community.
AAAS is the world's largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals. New fellows will be celebrated at a forum May 29 in more
EMSL Computational Scientist Named AAAS Fellow
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Department of Energy Office of Science Environmental Molecular Sciences Laboratory issued the following news:
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EMSL Computational Scientist Named AAAS Fellow
Margaret Cheung elected to premier scientific society
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Computational scientist and biological physicist Margaret Cheung has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. AAAS is the world's largest multidisciplinary scientific society, and being elected as a fellow is more
FCC Plan for Reliable Spectrum Access for Cutting-Edge Space Missions
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following statement on March 26, 2026, by Chairman Brendan Carr:
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FCC Plan for Reliable Spectrum Access for Cutting-Edge Space Missions
Re: Spectrum Abundance for Weird Space Stuff, Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, SB Docket No. 26-54 (March 26, 2026).
Over the years, the licensing team in the Space Bureau mostly handled applications to operate satellites, which is not too surprising. But the workstream for the team more
Five From Penn Named AAAS Fellows
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 27 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news:
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Five from Penn named AAAS Fellows
Cherie Kagan, Daniel Krashen, George Pappas, Kai Tan, and Patrick Walsh are among the nearly 500 scientists, engineers, and innovators honored by the Association for the Advancement of Science this year for distinguished contributions to their fields.
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Five University of Pennsylvania professors representing the School of Arts & Sciences, School of Engine more
Fort Hays State University Hosts AI Hackathon to Empower Student Innovation
HAYS, Kansas, March 27 -- Fort Hays State University issued the following news:
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Fort Hays State University hosts AI Hackathon to empower student innovation
Fort Hays State University will host an AI Hackathon this spring, inviting students to innovate and create impactful solutions to real-world issues in a single day.
Designed as a high-energy, hands-on experience, the one-day hackathon brings together students from across disciplines to collaborate in diverse teams of designers, thin more
House Committee Passes Chip Security Act
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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House Committee Passes Chip Security Act
Today, the House Foreign Affairs Committee passed bipartisan legislation to curb the smuggling of American semiconductors to foreign adversaries. The Chip Security Act was introduced last year as a direct response to bipar more
ICYMI: JEC Holds Hearing on Protecting Americans From Foreign Fraudsters
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. David Schweikert, R-Arizona, chairman of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news on March 26, 2026:
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ICYMI: JEC Holds Hearing on Protecting Americans from Foreign Fraudsters
On Wednesday, March 25, the Joint Economic Committee held a hearing entitled The Rising Global Scam Economy: Modernizing Federal Approaches to Protect Americans from Foreign Fraudsters. Led by Committee Chairman David Schweikert (R-AZ) and Ranking Member Maggie Hassan (D-N more
INL Workshop Empowers Teachers to Tackle AI
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Idaho National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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INL workshop empowers teachers to tackle AI
Idaho teachers leaned into artificial intelligence with a mix of curiosity and caution during a recent professional development session hosted by Idaho National Laboratory.
The training, "Teaching in the Age of AI," brought elementary, middle and high school educators together to explore what AI is, what it can do, and ho more
Kentucky State University: Historic Moment in Our Ongoing Evolution
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, March 27 -- Kentucky State University issued the following statement on March 26, 2026, by President Koffi C. Akakpo:
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A Historic Moment in Our Ongoing Evolution
Dear Thorobred Family,
This week marks an important and historic moment for Kentucky State University.
As you know, Senate Bill 185 is now before the Kentucky General Assembly. While the legislative process is still underway, the proposed law reflects a broad effort to reposition Kentucky State University more
Lummis Introduces Legislation to Codify Trump's Nuclear Baseload Energy Executive Orders
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Sen. Cynthia M. Lummis, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Lummis Introduces Legislation to Codify Trump's Nuclear Baseload Energy Executive Orders
Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) today introduced the Strengthening American Nuclear Energy Act of 2026, legislation that codifies four of President Trump's executive orders on nuclear energy into law, locking in the Trump administration's pro-nuclear agenda and ensuring it cannot be undone b more
Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law: Legora Announces Launch of Legal AI Scholars Program to Prepare Law Students for AI-driven Legal Practice
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 27 -- The Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law issued the following school news:
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Legora announces launch of Legal AI Scholars Program to prepare law students for AI-driven legal practice
Northwestern Pritzker School of Law Among Founding Members of Initiative
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Legora today announced the formal launch of the Legal AI Scholars Program, collaborating with leading law schools to integrate professional-grade legal AI into their curricula and prepare grad more
Notre Dame Gathers Experts to Strengthen American Peacebuilding
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, March 27 -- The University of Notre Dame Keough School of Global Affairs issued the following news release:
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Notre Dame gathers experts to strengthen American peacebuilding
Amid record levels of global conflict and reduced funding, the University of Notre Dame convened peacebuilding scholars and leaders March 10 in Washington, D.C., to explore strategies for adapting in a volatile world.
The conference was hosted by the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies more
Pallone on Anniversary of Telecommunications Act: Trump Admin and FCC Chairman Carr are Undermining Act's Bipartisan Goals
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Pallone on Anniversary of Telecommunications Act: Trump Admin and FCC Chairman Carr are Undermining Act's Bipartisan Goals
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at today's Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing titled, "The Telecomm more
Penn State Schuylkill Sponsors Business Executive Forum With Provost
SCHUYKILL HAVEN, Pennsylvania, March 27 -- Pennsylvania State University's Schuykill Campus issued the following news:
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Penn State Schuylkill sponsors Business Executive Forum with provost
Penn State Schuylkill recently sponsored the Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce's first Business Executive Forum of 2026 on March 18, marking the 10th year the campus has hosted the event and brought together more than 100 business and community leaders, along with local and state legislators and several U more
Pepperdine University Hosts Christian Association of World Languages Annual Conference
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Pepperdine University hosted the Christian Association of World Languages annual conference where scholars from across the U.S. gathered to discuss language pedagogy. The event focused on the theme of Riding the Waves of Change and featured Lila Carlsen, a professor of Hispanic studies at Seaver College and university's vice provost, as the keynote speaker.
Carlsen addressed the influence of artificial intelligence on traditional teaching methods, describing the technolo more
Ranking Member Maxine Waters Presses Kansas City Fed for Answers on Decision to Grant Crypto Firm Kraken Access to Federal Reserve Services
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Maxine Waters, D-California, ranking member of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Ranking Member Maxine Waters Presses Kansas City Fed for Answers on Decision to Grant Crypto Firm Kraken Access to Federal Reserve Services
Today, Congresswoman Maxine Waters (D-CA), the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, sent a letter to Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City President and CEO Jeff Sch more
Rowan Research Day Highlights Diverse Expertise, Achievements
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, March 27 -- Rowan University issued the following news:
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Rowan Research Day highlights diverse expertise, achievements
The transformative impact of scientific inquiry on health, well-being and society was on display Wednesday, March 25, during Rowan University's annual Research Day, where faculty and students highlighted some of New Jersey's most pressing issues--from public health and animal welfare to urban policy and community safety.
During the lunchtime keyn more
SAS Institute: Global Study Finds Many Government Organizations Overrelying on Unproven AI
CARY, North Carolina, March 27 (TNSrep) -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release:
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Global study finds many government organizations overrelying on unproven AI
Public sector AI maturity is outpacing trustworthy AI safeguards
Government organizations demonstrate surprisingly strong overall AI maturity, yet public sector investments in trustworthy AI technology and governance often lag behind. This suggests agencies may be de more
SUNY Poly Students Present at International Physics Conference
ALBANY, New York, March 27 (TNSjou) -- The State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute issued the following news:
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SUNY Poly Students Present at International Physics Conference
Two SUNY Poly students, Seth Walther (majoring in ECE and Applied Mathematics, with a minor in Physics) and Henry Yerdon (majoring in ECE and Computer Science, with a minor in Physics), delivered oral presentations at the Physics Global Summit (PGS) 2026 in Denver, CO. Organized by the American Physical more
SUNY University at Albany: Researchers Examine How AI Chatbots Are Shaping Government Operations
ALBANY, New York, March 27 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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Researchers Examine How AI Chatbots Are Shaping Government Operations
By Michael Parker
As artificial intelligence (AI) tools become more common across government, new research from the University at Albany's Center for Technology in Government (CTG UAlbany) examines how agencies are using chatbots and what those tools are actually changing in practice.
Published in Public Performance & Management Revie more
Syracuse University: Three Faculty Members Named AAAS Fellows
SYRACUSE, New York, March 27 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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3 Faculty Members Named AAAS Fellows
Duncan Brown, Kevin Crowston and Lisa Manning are the first trio from Syracuse to earn the prestigious science honor in a single year.
Wendy S. Loughlin
Three Syracuse University faculty members--Duncan Brown, Kevin Crowston and Lisa Manning--have been named fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS). The highly prestigious designation reco more
UMD, Morgan State Host 'Competitiveness Conversations Across America: Unlocking American Innovation in the AI and Quantum Era'
COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, March 27 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news release:
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UMD, Morgan State Host "Competitiveness Conversations Across America: Unlocking American Innovation in the AI and Quantum Era"
The two-day event featured panel discussions, sessions on the state of AI and quantum
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On March 23-24, 2026, national leaders from industry, academia, labor, frontier research enterprises, and government convened in Maryland for a landmark edition of the "Competi more
UnitedHealthcare Introduces AI Companion Empowering People With Simpler Navigation, Personal Experience
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, March 27 -- UnitedHealth Group issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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UnitedHealthcare Introduces AI Companion Empowering People with Simpler Navigation, Personal Experience
* Avery responds in natural language 24/7 with personal coverage and claims details, cost estimates, scheduling help, care options, rewards opportunities and more
* Avery offers customer advocates real-time insights into member experience, case history
* Avery helps guide memb more
University of Missouri-St. Louis: Nursing Associate Professor Umit Tokac Uses Data to Improve Public Health as DATA Scholar With National Institutes of Health
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, March 27 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus issued the following news:
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Nursing associate professor Umit Tokac uses data to improve public health as a DATA scholar with the National Institutes of Health
In this role, Tokac integrates health and environmental data to improve patient and community health.
By Heather Riske
Umit Tokac will often tell his graduate students to think about his biostatistics and data science courses like a murder mystery.
As a more
USC Study Identifies Brain Rewiring Mechanism That May Aid Stroke Recovery
LOS ANGELES, California, March 27 (TNSjou) -- The University of Southern California Keck School of Medicine issued the following news release:
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USC study identifies brain rewiring mechanism that may aid stroke recovery
Findings from an international ENIGMA collaboration reveal that stroke survivors with severe motor impairment show signs of brain "youthfulness" in undamaged regions, suggesting compensatory neuroplasticity.
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In a new study published in The Lancet Digital Health, scient more
UT Faculty Members Elected Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
AUSTIN, Texas, March 27 -- The University of Texas issued the following news release:
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UT Faculty Members Elected Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science
Professors Radu Marculescu and Dev Niyogi have been recognized as 2025 AAAS Fellows for their contributions to science and engineering.
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University of Texas at Austin professors Radu Marculescu and Dev Niyogi have been elected 2025 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), o more
Virginia Tech: Five Faculty Members Named AAAS Fellows
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, March 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Five faculty members named AAAS Fellows
By Lindsey Haugh
Five Virginia Tech faculty members have been named to the 2025 class of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows.
"Virginia Tech's AAAS Fellows represent a distinguished community of scholars and innovators whose work spans disciplines from pioneering research and transformative teaching to technological advancement, leadership more
Virginia Tech: Research Aims to Defeat Spam With AI and Algorithms
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, March 27 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Research aims to defeat spam with AI and algorithms
Researchers received funding from the Global System for Mobile Communications Association to tackle the global problem of spam bots and SIM farms.
By Niki Hazuda
Every day, millions of people feel their phones buzz with the world's most irritating notification: a spam call.
According to the U.S. Public Interest Research Group, there were 29.6 billion of the more
Westmont College: Talk Explores Changes, Opportunities With AI
SANTA BARBARA, California, March 27 -- Westmont College issued the following news:
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Talk Explores Changes, Opportunities with AI
By Scott Craig
A Westmont Downtown Lecture will explore AI's real-world implications on Thursday, April 23, at 5:30 p.m. at Westmont Downtown | Keith Center, 29 W. Anapamu St. The talk, "AI and Our Shared Future: Opportunities, Challenges and What's at Stake," features Mike Ryu, Westmont assistant professor of mathematics and computer science, and Reed Sheard, more
White House Fact Sheet: Addressing Dei Discrimination by Federal Contractors
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The White House issued the following fact sheet on March 26, 2026:
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President Donald J. Trump Addresses DEI Discrimination by Federal Contractors
ADDRESSING DEI DISCRIMINATION BY FEDERAL CONTRACTORS: Today, President Donald J. Trump signed an Executive Order eliminating racially discriminatory "diversity, equity, and inclusion" (DEI) practices by Federal contractors and their subcontractors, ensuring merit-based and efficient contracting and employment.
* The Ord more
Wildlife Society: Wildlife Goes Viral on YouTube, But Conservation is Missing
BETHESDA, Maryland, March 27 (TNSjou) -- The Wildlife Society, a wildlife conservation organization, posted the following news:
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Wildlife goes viral on YouTube, but conservation is missing
In the digital age, online content dominates the information landscape, with cute videos of animals garnering millions of views. While these videos inspire awe, likes and comments, they may not be doing enough to protect the species involved.
People between the ages of 16 and 64 spend over 2.5hours pe more
9 from MSU named fellows of prestigious science association
EAST LANSING, Michigan, March 26 -- Michigan State University posted the following news:
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9 from MSU named fellows of prestigious science association
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Nine Michigan State University researchers have been elected 2025 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, or AAAS, one of the world's largest and most respected scientific societies.
Ann Austin, Gary Blanchard, Shi-you Ding, Dean Lee, Hui Li, Elena Litchman, James McCusker, Dohun Pyeon and Elise Zipkin are b more
A Machine Learning Model May Enable Liver Cancer Risk Prediction With Routine Clinical Information
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 26 [Category: Medical] -- The American Association for Cancer Research posted the following news release:
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A Machine Learning Model May Enable Liver Cancer Risk Prediction With Routine Clinical Information
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PHILADELPHIA - A machine learning model that analyzes patient demographics, electronic health record data, and routine blood test results predicted a patient's risk of hepatocellular carcinoma (HCC), the most common type of liver cancer, with high a more
Accenture and Anthropic Team to Help Organizations Secure, Scale AI-Driven Cybersecurity Operations
NEW YORK, March 26 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Accenture and Anthropic Team to Help Organizations Secure, Scale AI-Driven Cybersecurity Operations
Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has launched Cyber.AI, a new solution powered by Claude, Anthropic's AI model, that enables organizations to transform their security operations, moving from human-speed response to continuous AI-driven cyber capabilities.
By combining Accenture's extensive more
Across the Pond and into the Field: Visiting scholar joins MSU Ag Autonomy Institute to 'rethink the possible'
STARKVILLE, Mississippi, March 26 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news:
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Across the Pond and into the Field: Visiting scholar joins MSU Ag Autonomy Institute to 'rethink the possible'
Kit Franklin will be the first to point out the irony. He is driven by human connection, but he's built his career on replacing human hands with machines.
"Automation is just the means to the end. The end is always about helping farmers," he said.
Franklin is a visiting agricultural e more
AFT's Weingarten on Melania Trump's Push to Replace Teachers with Robots
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release:
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AFT's Weingarten on Melania Trump's Push to Replace Teachers with Robots
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WASHINGTON -AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement after the first lady of the United States launched an initiative to replace human teachers with artificial intelligence-powered robots:
"Well, give the first lady her due-she said the quiet part out loud. We know this more
AI Effort Moves from Novelty to Front Lines of National Lab's Cyber Protection
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued the following news:
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AI Effort Moves from Novelty to Front Lines of National Lab's Cyber Protection
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RICHLAND, Wash.-A research effort to explore how artificial intelligence can offer an advantage to cyber defenders has made the leap into computing operations at the Department of Energy's Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.
"Every large company has a vulnerability management life cyc more
AI system learns to keep warehouse robot traffic running smoothly
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 26 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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AI system learns to keep warehouse robot traffic running smoothly
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Inside a giant autonomous warehouse, hundreds of robots dart down aisles as they collect and distribute items to fulfill a steady stream of customer orders. In this busy environment, even small traffic jams or minor collisions can snowball into massive slowdowns.
To avoid such an avalanche of inefficiencies, res more
Apple adds new partners to its American Manufacturing Program
CUPERTINO, California, March 26 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news:
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Apple adds new partners to its American Manufacturing Program
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Apple today announced new members of its American Manufacturing Program (AMP), expanding the company's long-standing commitment to bring even more advanced manufacturing and critical component production to the United States. Apple is working with more
ARL and CNI Release Report on Strategic Implications of AI Futures for Research Libraries
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Libraries] (TNSrpt) -- The Association of Research Libraries issued the following news:
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ARL and CNI Release Report on Strategic Implications of AI Futures for Research Libraries
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Artificial intelligence is reshaping the research and information environment in consequential ways. To help research library leaders think strategically about those changes, the Association of Research Libraries (ARL) and the Coalition for Networked Information (CNI) have rele more
Artificial intelligence learns to make sense of childhood cancer survivors' health care needs
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, March 26 [Category: BizHospital] -- St. Jude Children's Research Hospital issued the following news release:
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Artificial intelligence learns to make sense of childhood cancer survivors' health care needs
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Artificial intelligence (AI) could help physicians determine if survivors of childhood cancer need extra support -and the more information included in AI prompting, the better its performance. This finding, published today in Communications Medicine by scientists f more
Behind the Headline: Tariff Policies Disrupt Global Order
PRINCETON, New Jersey, March 26 -- Princeton University School of Public and International Affairs posted the following news:
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Behind the Headline: Tariff Policies Disrupt Global Order
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The global economy is reeling from a series of shocks, including the wars in the Middle East and ongoing tariff negotiations between the U.S. and its trading partners. Layna Mosley, a professor of politics and international affairs at Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs, ex more
Beyer, Lawler, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Promote AI Foundation Model Transparency
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Beyer, Lawler, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Promote AI Foundation Model Transparency
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U.S. Representatives Don Beyer (D-VA), Mike Lawler (R-NY), and Sara Jacobs (D-CA) today introduced the AI Foundation Model Transparency Act, landmark bipartisan legislation to establish transparency requirements for how artificial intelligence (AI) foundation models are built, trained, and deployed.
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Brain-inspired AI hardware helps autonomous devices operate efficiently and independently
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, March 26 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Brain-inspired AI hardware helps autonomous devices operate efficiently and independently
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -The human brain constantly makes decisions without us noticing. It requires minimal power to move our bodies in the desired direction or avoid an object.
A Purdue University engineer uses the brain's efficiency as inspiration to help autonomous vehicles, such as drones and robots, ma more
CCIA Raises Legal and Implementation Concerns with Maryland AI Chatbot Bill
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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CCIA Raises Legal and Implementation Concerns with Maryland AI Chatbot Bill
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Washington - The Computer & Communications Industry Association will testify today before the Maryland Senate Finance Committee in opposition to HB 952, legislation that would establish new liability standards and regulatory requirements for artificial intelligence ch more
Cotton, Schumer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Tom Cotton, R-Arkansas, issued the following news release:
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Cotton, Schumer Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans' Data from Foreign Adversaries
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Washington, DC -Senate Republican Conference Chairman Tom Cotton (R-Arkansas) and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-New York) today introduced bipartisan legislation to protect Americans from national security threats that are introduced b more
CrowdStrike Expands Strategic Collaboration With Intel to Secure the Next Generation of AI PCs
AUSTIN, Texas, March 26 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on March 25, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Expands Strategic Collaboration with Intel to Secure the Next Generation of AI PCs
Collaboration brings the power of the Falcon platform to Intel-powered AI PCs to protect sensitive data and stop breaches
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced an expansion of its more
Cultural sector must 'urgently find collective voice' on AI
LONDON, England, March 26 [Category: Arts/Cultural] (TNSrpt) -- The Museums Association posted the following news:
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Cultural sector must 'urgently find collective voice' on AI
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The Audiences Agency has made a number of recommendations on how cultural organisations use AI, in a report published this week.
The report, Let's Get Real: AI, is the result of collaborative action research and learning project that took place from April to December 2025.
This saw a group of 32 leaders and more
Decision advantages formed by ACC's Operations Analysis Squadron
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news:
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Decision advantages formed by ACC's Operations Analysis Squadron
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JOINT BASE LANGLEY-EUSTIS, Va. (AFNS) - On a battlefield where information is the ultimate weapon, Air Combat Command 's Operations Analysis Squadron delivers combat-ready clarity, transforming complex data into the decision advantage that saves lives and wins fights.
The mission at ACC OAS is to execute operational analysis by transforming data int more
DLA hosts 4D symposium to help secure the future of combat logistics
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Logistics Agency issued the following news:
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DLA hosts 4D symposium to help secure the future of combat logistics
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The Defense Logistics Agency will host Department of War, industry and academia partners at its second annual 4D Symposium April 1-2 in Alexandria.
This year's theme, "The Digital Pivot: Enhancing the Digital Ecosystem for the Future of Combat Logistics," focuses on strategic prioritie more
DNI Gabbard Announces Largest-Ever Intelligence Community Cybersecurity Investment and Modernization Effort
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Office of the Director of National Intelligence issued the following news release:
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DNI Gabbard Announces Largest-Ever Intelligence Community Cybersecurity Investment and Modernization Effort
On Thursday, Director of National Intelligence (DNI) Tulsi Gabbard shared a look inside the year-one results of the largest-ever Intelligence Community (IC) wide technology and cybersecurity modernization and investment effort, spearheaded by the Office of the Director of more
Eight UC San Diego Researchers Elected 2025 AAAS Fellows
LA JOLLA, California, March 26 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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Eight UC San Diego Researchers Elected 2025 AAAS Fellows
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Eight researchers at the University of California San Diego have been elected 2025 Fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), one of the world's largest general scientific societies and publisher of the Science family of journals.
Andrew D. Chisholm, Farinaz Koushanfar, Albert P. Pisano, R more
FCC: COMMISSIONER TRUSTY HIGHLIGHTS CONNECTIVITY, INNOVATION, AND LOCAL IMPACT DURING KANSAS AND UTAH VISIT
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following statement on March 25, 2026:
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COMMISSIONER TRUSTY HIGHLIGHTS CONNECTIVITY, INNOVATION, AND LOCAL IMPACT DURING KANSAS AND UTAH VISIT
Trip highlights "golden age of communications" in action and underscores importance of smart FCC policy to support broadband expansion, broadcasting, and emerging technologies
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FCC Commissioner Olivia Trusty today released the following statement after returning from a mu more
FiscalNote Holdings Announces NYSE Notice of Delisting and Appeal Process
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- FiscalNote, a technology company, posted the following news release:
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FiscalNote Holdings Announces NYSE Notice of Delisting and Appeal Process
Trading Expected to Continue Uninterrupted as Shares Move to Over-the-Counter Market
Company Remains Positioned to Deliver Positive Free Cash Flow on a Forward Twelve-Month Basis While Advancing Key Growth Initiatives
Board of Directors Continues to Review All Strategic Options Availabl more
FiscalNote Launches PolicyNote MCP in the OpenAI App Store, Significantly Expanding Access to Its Policy Intelligence
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- FiscalNote, a technology company, posted the following news release on March 25, 2026:
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FiscalNote Launches PolicyNote MCP in the OpenAI App Store, Significantly Expanding Access to Its Policy Intelligence
Hundreds of millions of developers, analysts, and policy professionals can now access structured legislative and regulatory intelligence from within ChatGPT-powered workflows and custom GPTs
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FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: more
Four Ohio State scientists elected to 2025 class of AAAS Fellows
COLUMBUS, Ohio, March 26 -- Ohio State University posted the following news:
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Four Ohio State scientists elected to 2025 class of AAAS Fellows
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Four scientists at The Ohio State University have been elected to the 2025 class of American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Fellows.
The AAAS Fellowship, recognizing scientifically or socially distinguished efforts to advance science or its applications, is one of the most prestigious honors a U.S. scientist can receive. Fe more
Four UChicago scientists named Association for the Advancement of Science fellows in 2026
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 26 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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Four UChicago scientists named Association for the Advancement of Science fellows in 2026
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Four University of Chicago scholars were named 2025 fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science for their distinguished contributions to the sciences.
Erin J. Adams, Seth Darling, Vincenzo Vitelli and Carlos E.M. Wagner were among the fellows elected as AAAS members for their scientifical more
Four UMass Amherst Researchers Honored with Election to American Association for the Advancement of Science
AMHERST, Massachusetts, March 26 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news:
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Four UMass Amherst Researchers Honored with Election to American Association for the Advancement of Science
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The American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS), the preeminent scientific institution in the United States, the world's largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals, has elected four researchers from the University of Massachusetts more
GE HealthCare and Stanford Radiology expand collaboration forming a center of excellence to accelerate discovery in pioneering imaging techniques
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 26 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release:
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Shaping the future of radiology: GE HealthCare and Stanford Radiology expand collaboration forming a center of excellence to accelerate discovery in pioneering imaging techniques
Expands on a 40+ year collaboration between GE HealthCare and Stanford with an established history leading and defining the evolution of medical imaging that has influenced patient care worldwide.
STANFOR more
GE HealthCare announces lead industrial role in largest EU-funded IHI consortium to advance cardio-oncology care across Europe
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 26 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release:
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GE HealthCare announces lead industrial role in largest EU-funded IHI consortium to advance cardio-oncology care across Europe
* COMPASS is one of the largest public-private partnerships under the European Union's (EU) Innovative Health Initiative (IHI).
* The consortium aims to advance early detection and prediction of cardiotoxicity in cancer patients and cancer survivors.
* T more
Gillibrand, Colleagues Press For Answers On AI Companies' Engagements With DOD
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand, Colleagues Press For Answers On AI Companies' Engagements With DOD
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Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), a member of the Senate Intelligence Committee and Senate Armed Services Committee, joined five Senate Democratic colleagues in pressing six generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) companies for answers regarding their engagements with the Department of Defense (D more
Global NextGen TV Takes Center Stage at 2026 NAB Show with Brazil Minister of Communications and FCC Commissioner
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Media] -- The National Association of Broadcasters posted the following news release:
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Global NextGen TV Takes Center Stage at 2026 NAB Show with Brazil Minister of Communications and FCC Commissioner
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Program will focus on ATSC 3.0 rollout, policy alignment and the future of over-the-air broadcasting worldwide across key global markets and emerging economies
Washington, D.C.-The 2026 NAB Show, taking place April 18-22 (exhibits April 19-22) at the Las more
Growth, Technology, and Scale Driving Intermediary Strategy
WINDSOR, Connecticut, March 26 [Category: Financial Services] -- LIMRA posted the following news release:
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Growth, Technology, and Scale Driving Intermediary Strategy
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LIMRA and NAILBA Study Finds 85% of BGAs and IMOs Focused on Growing Sales of Existing Products
WINDSOR, Conn., WASHINGTON, D.C., March 26, 2026 -Independent distribution intermediaries are doubling down on growth, technology, and strategic partnerships as they navigate a rapidly evolving marketplace, according to the more
Hamm Institute for American Energy hosts critical discussions during CERAWeek 2026
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, March 26 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news:
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The Hamm Institute for American Energy hosts critical discussions during CERAWeek 2026
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Media Contact: Dara McBee | Hamm Institute for American Energy | 580-350-7248 | dmcbee@hamminstitute.org
This year's CERAWeek theme, Convergence and Competition: Energy, Technology and Geopolitics, reflected the forces now reshaping global energy leadership.
The Hamm Institute for American Energy at Oklahoma more
House Communications and Technology Committee Chairs Introduce Legislation to Start AI Public Education Campaign
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 26 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news:
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House Communications and Technology Committee Chairs Introduce Legislation to Start AI Public Education Campaign
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HARRISBURG - Legislation to create a campaign to educate Pennsylvanians about the potential benefits and risks of artificial intelligence was introduced as House Bill 2314 this week by the House Communications and Technology Committee chairs, state Reps. Joe Ciresi (D-Montgo more
IBM Quantum Computer Accurately Simulates Real Magnetic Materials, Reproducing National Laboratory Data
ARMONK, New York, March 26 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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IBM Quantum Computer Accurately Simulates Real Magnetic Materials, Reproducing National Laboratory Data
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YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., March 26, 2026 -IBM (NYSE: IBM ) today announced new results that its quantum computer can simulate real magnetic materials with results that match neutron scattering experiments, marking a significant step towards using quantum computers as reliable tools more
ICYMI: TechNet Day Convenes Policymakers and Industry Leaders to Advance American Innovation
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Computer Technology] -- TechNet, a network of technology CEOs and senior executives that promotes the growth of the innovation economy, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: TechNet Day Convenes Policymakers and Industry Leaders to Advance American Innovation
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Last week in Washington, D.C., TechNet brought together leaders from its member companies for its 26th annual federal lobby day, "TechNet Day." At a pivotal moment for U.S. technological leade more
IFCN Director Angie Drobnic Holan comments on Meta and community notes following the Oversight Board's recent advisory
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, March 26 [Category: Media] -- The Poynter Institute posted the following news release:
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IFCN Director Angie Drobnic Holan comments on Meta and community notes following the Oversight Board's recent advisory
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The Oversight Board, a body created by Meta to review content moderation policies, issued guidance on March 26 about the company's community notes program, which replaced the company's third-party fact-checking program in the United States in 2025 with expa more
Intel Named One of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune
SANTA CLARA, California, March 26 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, issued the following news:
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Intel Named One of America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune
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What's new: Intel has been named one of Fortune's Most Innovative Companies, recognizing the company's long-standing leadership in semiconductor innovation and its continued momentum in advancing artificial intellig more
Issa notes Trump USPTO achievements, urges utilization of PTAB to achieve Administration's vision and policy goals
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Darrell E. Issa, R-California, issued the following news release:
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Issa notes Trump USPTO achievements, urges utilization of PTAB to achieve Administration's vision and policy goals
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Darrell Issa (CA-48), Senior Member of the House Judiciary Committee and Chairman of its Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property, Artificial Intelligence, and the Internet, presided today over that subcommittee's hearing entitled "Oversight more
Lieu Review: Standing Up for You
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Lieu Review: Standing Up for You
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Dear neighbor,
American consumers are being hurt by rising inflation, rising gas prices, and diesel prices topping $5 for only the second time in U.S. history. This week, however, Trump's Director of the National Economic Council, Kevin Hassett, said that hurting consumers is "the last of our concerns." Trump's decisions over the past year have already hurt every more
Limiting space junk's threat by predicting its mess in the Earth-moon neighborhood
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, March 26 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Limiting space junk's threat by predicting its mess in the Earth-moon neighborhood
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Debris from moonbound spacecraft has left craters on the lunar surface since the U.S. Apollo missions. But the moon is not used to being surrounded by debris.
With an expected resurgence in lunar missions in the coming years, such as the U.S. Artemis II test flight more
Massachusetts Institute of Technology: Seeing sounds
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 26 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Seeing sounds
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Growing up in Mexico and Texas, Mariano Salcedo '25 couldn't readily indulge his passion for creating music. "There are no bands in Mexican public schools," he says. While some families could pay for instruments and lessons, others, like Salcedo's, were less fortunate.
"I've always loved music," he continues. "I was a listener."
Salcedo, the Alex Rigopulos (199 more
Media Tip Sheet: Accenture Partners with Anthropic to Expand Cybersecurity Abilities
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Accenture Partners with Anthropic to Expand Cybersecurity Abilities
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WASHINGTON (March 26, 2026) \- At the RSA 2026 Conference, Accenture, a leading IT services company, announced their partnership with Anthropic's Cyber.AI system. Cyber.AI is a new solution powered by Anthropic's AI model Claude, which simplifies setup, threat detection, and response. It reduces manual work and delivers f more
Media Tip Sheet: Platforms Designed to be Addictive
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Platforms Designed to be Addictive
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The landmark L.A. jury verdict found Instagram and YouTube were designed to addict kids. This verdict holds the potential to set a precedent for thousands of other lawsuits.
For expert insight on this outcome, including context surrounding the broader conversation on the relationship between technology platforms and addiction, consider Vikram R. Bharga more
Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank Launch AI-Powered Meeting Journey
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, March 26 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank Launch AI-Powered Meeting Journey
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NEW YORK, NY - Bank of America's Wealth Management businesses, Merrill Wealth Management and Bank of America Private Bank, today announced the full-scale rollout of AI-Powered Meeting Journey, an integrated solution that helps optimize how advisors and their team more
MIT engineers design proteins by their motion, not just their shape
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 26 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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MIT engineers design proteins by their motion, not just their shape
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Proteins are far more than nutrients we track on a food label. Present in every cell of our bodies, they work like nature's molecular machines. They walk, stretch, bend, and flex to do their jobs, pumping blood, fighting disease, building tissue, and many other jobs too small for the eye to see. Their power does more
New study identifies shared mathematical principle linking how cells, companies, and cities diversify
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 26 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology Sloan School of Management issued the following news release:
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New study identifies shared mathematical principle linking how cells, companies, and cities diversify
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Cambridge, Mass., March 26, 2026- When companies seek to grow their capabilities, such as by implementing AI or expanding their services, this might not be easily achieved by simply adding more employees to handle new tasks. New research presen more
PNNL Computational Scientist Named AAAS Fellow
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued the following news:
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PNNL Computational Scientist Named AAAS Fellow
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RICHLAND, Wash.- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory computational scientist and biological physicist Margaret Cheung has been named a fellow of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. AAAS is the world's largest multidisciplinary scientific society, and being elected as a fellow is the organization's more
RIT Launches Hands-on Bachelor of Science Degree in Artificial Intelligence
ROCHESTER, New York, March 26 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release:
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RIT launches hands-on Bachelor of Science degree in artificial intelligence
New BS program will equip students with technical depth to build and improve AI systems
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Rochester Institute of Technology is offering a new bachelor's degree in artificial intelligence (AI).
The interdisciplinary undergraduate program blends core programming and algorithmic principles with the chance for sp more
Roswell Park First in Region to Offer New Treatment for Tumors
BUFFALO, New York, March 26 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center posted the following news release:
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Roswell Park First in Region to Offer New Treatment for Tumors
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BUFFALO, N.Y. -Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center is proud to be the first care provider in the region to begin offering adaptive radiation therapy. This advanced new treatment option is a more personalized and precise form of radiation therapy most beneficial for patients with tumor more
Simplifying SQL: ECE research aims to transform how cities can manage sewer data
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, March 26 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news:
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Simplifying SQL: ECE research aims to transform how cities can manage sewer data
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Media Contact: Tanner Holubar | Communications Specialist | 405-744-2065 | tanner.holubar@okstate.edu
Workers who maintain the sewer management system for cities and municipalities oversee thousands of data points. This includes every pipe, manhole and pump station, along with every past and future repair on the main more
Soliman receives the 2026 President's Fellows Faculty Research award
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, March 26 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news:
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Soliman receives the 2026 President's Fellows Faculty Research award
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Media Contact: Desa James | Communications Coordinator, CEAT | 405-744-2669 | desa.james@okstate.edu
Steel construction remains one of the most labor-intensive and hazardous phases of the building process. At Oklahoma State University, Dr. Mohamed Soliman is working to change that.
For his impactful research, Soliman has been more
Survey: CMOs and CCOs Seeing Improved Budgets--and Tougher Workloads--in 2026
NEW YORK, March 26 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release:
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Survey: CMOs and CCOs Seeing Improved Budgets--and Tougher Workloads--in 2026
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CMO+CCO Meter Takes the Temperature of Leading Marketing and Communications Executives
According to The Conference Board CMO+CCO Meter, chief marketing officers and chief communications officers are much more positive about their budgets in Q1 2026 than they were last year. In the latest survey, 50% of CMOs and 33% of CCOs said more
The Sanders-AOC Data Center Moratorium Doesn't Add Up, Says Center for Data Innovation
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release:
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The Sanders-AOC Data Center Moratorium Doesn't Add Up, Says Center for Data Innovation
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In response to the Artificial Intelligence Data Center Moratorium Act, introduced by Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-NY14), the Center for Data Innovation issued the following statement from Senior Policy Manager more
Three Questions for Two of CU Denver's Award-Winning Poets
DENVER, Colorado, March 26 -- The University of Colorado posted the following news:
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Three Questions for Two of CU Denver's Award-Winning Poets
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CU Denver's English Department recently collected some impressive awards. In the fall 2025 semester, Wayne Miller, professor and department chair, and Nicky Beer, professor, were named honorary members of Sigma Tau Delta, an international honor society of writers that also includes influential literary figures like Ursula K. Le Guin, Dave Egge more
Three U of A faculty elected AAAS fellows
TUCSON, Arizona, March 26 -- The University of Arizona posted the following news release:
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Three U of A faculty elected AAAS fellows
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Three University of Arizona faculty members, spanning medical sciences, chemistry education, and geology and geography have been elected fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science. The honor, awarded annually by vote of the AAAS membership, recognizes researchers for sustained contributions to their fields.
The 2025 class of nea more
Two UC Merced Researchers Among This Year's AAAS Fellows
MERCED, California, March 26 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news:
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Two UC Merced Researchers Among This Year's AAAS Fellows
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Professors Asmeret Asefaw Berhe and Ming-Hsuan Yang have been named 2025 fellows of the American Association for the Advancement of Science, the world's largest general scientific society and publisher of the Science family of journals.
They are among the nearly 500 scientists, engineers and innovators who have been recognized this more
U.S. Department of Labor Taps Agentforce to Enhance Citizen Support
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 26 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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U.S. Department of Labor Taps Agentforce to Enhance Citizen Support
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SAN FRANCISCO and WASHINGTON - March 26, 2026 - Salesforce, the world's #1 AI CRM, today announced the U.S. Department of Labor has modernized its National Contact Center (DOL NCC) with Salesforce and is rolling out Agentforce -a suite of autonomous more
UK leads national effort to expand AI access for undergrads
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, March 26 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news:
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UK leads national effort to expand AI access for undergrads
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As artificial intelligence (AI) reshapes nearly every sector -from health and agriculture to journalism and the arts -demand for graduates who understand its foundations and implications is rapidly growing.
Yet, traditional AI coursework often requires advanced programming skills or a computer science background.
To address this challe more
UK researcher develops safety system to help self-driving vehicles and drones work together
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, March 26 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news:
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UK researcher develops safety system to help self-driving vehicles and drones work together
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As self-driving vehicles and drones become more common, a University of Kentucky researcher is working to ensure these technologies can communicate and coordinate reliably in real time.
Yang Xiao, Ph.D., assistant professor in the Department of Computer Science in the UK Stanley and Karen Pigman College of more
Uniformed Services University Launches AI Radiology Training to Strengthen Military Medical Readiness
BETHESDA, Maryland, March 26 -- The Uniformed Services University posted the following news:
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Uniformed Services University Launches AI Radiology Training to Strengthen Military Medical Readiness
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To combat critical manning deficits and prepare for the future of military medicine, the Uniformed Services University (USU) and Walter Reed National Military Medical Center have implemented a comprehensive artificial intelligence curriculum for radiology residents. The "Fundamentals of AI in more
University of Puget Sound to Host AI Symposium on Privacy
TACOMA, Washington, March 26 -- The University of Puget Sound posted the following news:
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University of Puget Sound to Host AI Symposium on Privacy
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The University of Puget Sound will host the Puget Sound Symposium on AI & Privacy on April 16, 2026. This one-day event brings together an interdisciplinary cohort of scholars, practitioners, and policymakers to confront the ethical and legal challenges posed by the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence. The symposium is organized by more
VHA Deploys Salesforce-Powered Agentic Operating System, Saving Thousands of Staff Hours for Front-Line Veteran Care
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 26 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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VHA Deploys Salesforce-Powered Agentic Operating System, Saving Thousands of Staff Hours for Front-Line Veteran Care
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SAN FRANCISCO and WASHINGTON - March 26, 2026 - Salesforce, the world's #1 AI CRM, and the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), the nation's largest integrated healthcare system, today announced the more
Warren, Hawley Lead Bipartisan Push For Mandatory Energy Use Reporting Requirements for Data Centers
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Hawley Lead Bipartisan Push For Mandatory Energy Use Reporting Requirements for Data Centers
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This data is critical to hold tech companies and other large loads accountable and protect ratepayers.
Text of Letter (PDF)
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) are pushing the Energy Information Administration (EIA) to establish mandato more
Washington & Lee University: Experience Spotlight - Sanat Wuernikebai '26L
LEXINGTON, Virginia, March 26 -- Washington and Lee University issued the following Q&A on March 25, 2026, involving Sanat Wuernikebai, member of the Law Review:
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Experience Spotlight: Sanat Wuernikebai '26L
Sanat Wuernikebai worked on numerous cases for the Imperial County District Attorney's office in California.
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Sanat Wuernikebai '26L is from Xinjiang, China. He earned a B.S. in international relations from Fudan University in Shanghai and, after graduation, worked for a year at a more
Why are Black students more likely to be falsely accused of using AI to complete assignments?
LOS ANGELES, California, March 26 -- The University of Southern California Rossier School of Education posted the following news:
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Why are Black students more likely to be falsely accused of using AI to complete assignments?
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When Taylor McGee, assistant professor at Christopher Newport University, first read the Common Sense Media study, " The Dawn of the AI Era," one finding jumped out at her. Black students reported that they were about twice as likely to have their work incorrectly more
WTAS: Fedorchak's High-Capacity Grid Act gains broad support from tech and energy leaders
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Julie Fedorchak, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release:
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WTAS: Fedorchak's High-Capacity Grid Act gains broad support from tech and energy leaders
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Washington, D.C. - Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak's (R-ND) High-Capacity Grid Act is drawing strong support from leading voices across the technology, energy, and infrastructure sectors. The legislation will help modernize America's transmission system by requiring the use of best-available transmissi more
Zhihua Qu Earns UCF's 2026 Medal of Societal Impact for Contributions to the Power Systems Industry
ORLANDO, Florida, March 26 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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Zhihua Qu Earns UCF's 2026 Medal of Societal Impact for Contributions to the Power Systems Industry
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* Qu's research makes power systems more efficient, reliable and secure. His most recent work improves resiliency against cybersecurity attacks and extreme weather events, as well emerging studies examining energy use across AI data centers.
* Qu was selected by an external commi more
Agileo Automation Launches Agil'EDA to Accelerate SEMI EDA Adoption for Semiconductor Equipment OEMs
MILPITAS, California, March 25 [Category: Electronic Products] -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, posted the following news release:
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Agileo Automation Launches Agil'EDA to Accelerate SEMI EDA Adoption for Semiconductor Equipment OEMs
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High-performance connectivity software delivers structured, high-volume equipment data required by tier-one fabs and advanced packaging facilities ahead of the expected mid-2026 SEMI standards upd more
EY launches EY Blockchain Privacy Sandbox to enable experimentation with privacy-preserving smart contracts on public blockchains
LONDON, England, March 25 [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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EY launches EY Blockchain Privacy Sandbox to enable experimentation with privacy-preserving smart contracts on public blockchains
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* The sandbox allows developers to build, test and validate proof-of-concept use cases using more
EY survey: Autonomous AI is no longer theoretical as adoption grows despite ongoing trust concerns
LONDON, England, March 25 [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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EY survey: Autonomous AI is no longer theoretical as adoption grows despite ongoing trust concerns
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* 16% of people surveyed across 23 markets have already used AI that acts on their behalf in the past six months alone
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Fed Governor Barr Addresses National Community Investment Conference
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 25 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on March 24, 2026, by Governor Michael S. Barr at the National Community Investment Conference:
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Developing Communities through Public-private Partnerships
Thank you for inviting me here today. Let me also thank those at all 12 of the Reserve Banks, the Board of Governors, and the staff at FedCommunities for their efforts to bring this year's National Community Investment Conference (NCIC) to life, and a specia more
Online Credentials
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 25 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release:
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Online Credentials
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Survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of University of Phoenix finds 98% of hiring leaders say online degrees and other credentials are more credible than a decade ago, while 78% say workers with these credentials stand out for new and emerging skill sets
A new University of Phoenix survey conducted by The Harris Poll finds hiring leaders increasingly view online de more
Samford Hosts Alabama League for Nursing Conference and Lamplighter Banquet
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, March 25 -- Samford University issued the following news release:
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Samford Hosts Alabama League for Nursing Conference and Lamplighter Banquet
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More than 85 nurse educators and 16 exhibitors gathered at Samford University's College of Health Sciences for the Alabama League for Nursing Annual Conference and Lamplighter Banquet.
Hosted by Samford's Moffett & Sanders School of Nursing, the conference brought together faculty and leaders from nursing programs across more
Security Industry Association Announces Winners of the 2026 SIA New Products and Solutions Awards
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 25 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Security Industry Association posted the following news release:
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Security Industry Association Announces Winners of the 2026 SIA New Products and Solutions Awards
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Ones Technology took the top honor in SIA's annual award program recognizing innovative security products in partnership with ISC West.
LAS VEGAS, Nev.-The Security Industry Association (SIA) has announced the 2026 winners of the SIA New Products and Sol more
Study identifies transport protein key to immune response
DALLAS, Texas, March 25 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release:
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Study identifies transport protein key to immune response
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DALLAS - March 25, 2026 - UT Southwestern Medical Center researchers have identified how the quintessential immune protein known as stimulator of interferon genes (STING) migrates from one cellular organelle to another, a necessary step in its activation. The findings, reported in Cell, could eventually lead to new more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Farm Bill Primer: Disaster Assistance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12101) on March 20, 2026, by agricultural policy analyst Christine Whitt.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Disaster Assistance
Agricultural production involves risks related to weather, yield, markets, price, and other factors. Congress has authorized several federal programs to help agricultural producers recover from the effects of natural disasters, including the more
H.R. 6955 - Main Street Capital Access Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12671) on March 20, 2026, by financial economics specialist Andrew P. Scott:
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H.R. 6955: Main Street Capital Access Act
On March 4, 2026, the House Financial Services Committee ordered H.R. 6955, as amended, to be reported. The bill contains a package of bank regulatory relief provisions that, among other things, aim to encourage new bank formation and update regulatory th more
Help America Vote Act of 2002 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12033) on March 20, 2026, by American national government analyst Karen L. Shanton:
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The Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA): An Overview
The Help America Vote Act of 2002 (HAVA; P.L. 107-252; 52 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.20901-21145) is perhaps the closest thing in federal law to a general election administration statute. It is (1) more wide-ranging in the topics it aims to addres more
Prediction Markets - Policy Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13187) on March 20, 2026, by financial economics specialists Karl E. Schneider and Rena S. Miller:
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Prediction Markets: Policy Issues for Congress
Prediction markets are exchange platforms that specialize in offering event contracts. Event contracts refer to contracts with a binary payoff structure tied to the occurrence or non-occurrence of a specific event. Users purcha more
Terminal High Altitude Area Defense System Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 21 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12645) on March 20, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) System
Background
According to the Department of Defense (DOD), the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system (Figure 1) is a key element of U.S. ballistic missile defense (BMD). THAAD employs interceptor missiles, more
Foreign Terrorist Organization List Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10613) on March 19, 2026, by international sanctions and financial crimes specialist Liana W. Rosen and foreign affairs analyst Shelby B. Senger.
Here are excerpts:
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The Foreign Terrorist Organization (FTO) List
Congress has shown recurring interest in the administration of the State Department's list of Foreign Terrorist Organizations (FTOs) - one of several terrorism-r more
FY2026 Appropriations for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Water Infrastructure Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13177) on March 19, 2026, by environmental policy specialists Jonathan L. Ramseur and Elena H. Humphreys.
Here are excerpts:
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FY2026 Appropriations for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water Infrastructure Programs
Many policymakers and stakeholders have raised concerns about the condition of the nation's local drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and t more
Litigation Over the Trump Administration's Grant Terminations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11407) on March 19, 2026, by legislative attorney David H. Carpenter:
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Litigation Over the Trump Administration's Grant Terminations
Since the beginning of President Trump's second term, the Administration has paused payments under a number of existing grants and terminated billions of dollars' worth of grant awards under a variety of different programs. The Adminis more
Overview of FY2026 Appropriations for the Census Bureau Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13105) on March 19, 2026, by American national government specialist Taylor R. Knoedl.
Here are excerpts:
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Introduction
As a Department of Commerce agency, the U.S. Census Bureau is primarily funded through the annual Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies (CJS) appropriations bill. This In Focus provides an overview of FY2026 appropriations for the U.S. Census more
U.S.-South Korea Bilateral Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 20 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10733) on March 19, 2026, by international trade and finance analyst Liana Wong and Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-South Korea Bilateral Trade Relations
South Korea (or the Republic of Korea, ROK), a U.S. ally since 1953, is one of the United States' most important economic partners in Asia. It is the eighth-largest U.S. goods trading p more
Central Bank Digital Currencies Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11471) on March 18, 2026, by macroeconomic policy specialist Marc Labonte and international trade and finance Rebecca M. Nelson:
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Central Bank Digital Currencies
Policymakers have debated whether the Federal Reserve (Fed) should create a central bank digital currency (CBDC) - a "digital dollar." A CBDC would share some of the technical features of cryptocurrencies (crypto more
Corporate Governance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13186) on March 18, 2026, by legislative attorney Jay B. Sykes:
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Corporate Governance
The corporation is the primary means of organizing large-scale economic production in modern capitalist societies. The governance of corporations - i.e., the allocation of rights and duties among shareholders, directors, and officers - is thus a subject of great practical significance to more
Letters of Support for Grant Seekers - Considerations for a Congressional Office Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12921) on March 18, 2026, by senior research librarian Maria Kreiser and economic development policy analyst Adam G. Levin:
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Letters of Support for Grant Seekers: Considerations for a Congressional Office
Congressional Member offices are often approached by constituents who are applying for federal grants and would like the Member to write a letter of support to accompany more
Prediction Markets & Insider Trading Law Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. IF13185) on March 18, 2026.
Here are excerpts:
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Prediction Markets and Insider Trading Law
The past two years have witnessed the dramatic growth of prediction markets - i.e., online platforms that allow users to buy or sell contracts with payoffs tied to the occurrence or nonoccurrence of specific events, such as sporting event outcomes, political election results, an more
Resources for Tracking Federal COVID-19 Spending Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46491) on March 18, 2026, entitled "Resources for Tracking Federal COVID-19 Spending" by senior research librarians Jennifer Teefy and Maria Kreiser:
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SUMMARY
Congress responded to the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic with supplemental appropriations measures providing relief and assistance to individuals and families, state and local governments, businesses, health care pro more
Terminal High Altitude Area Defense System Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12645) on March 18, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert.
Here are excerpts:
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The Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) System
Background
According to the Department of Defense (DOD), the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) system (Figure 1) is a key element of U.S. ballistic missile defense (BMD). THAAD employs interceptor missiles, more
Worker Participation in Employer-Sponsored Pensions in 2025 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13185) on March 18, 2026.
The white paper is written by research assistant Sylvia L. Bryan and income security specialists John J. Topoleski and Elizabeth A. Myers.
Here are excerpts:
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Worker Participation in Employer-Sponsored Pensions in 2025
In March 2025, about 74% of all U.S. workers had access to employer-sponsored pensions, and 56% of U.S. workers participated in more
Airlift Aircraft - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13184) on March 17, 2026, by Air Force fellow Joshua Korzilius.
Here are excerpts:
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Airlift Aircraft: Background and Issues for Congress
The U.S. Air Force operates airlift aircraft to transport personnel, equipment, and supplies in support of military operations worldwide. Airlift aircraft support a function known as rapid global mobility, enabling the United States to more
Apportionment & Redistricting Process for the U.S. House of Representatives Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45951) on March 4, 2026, entitled "Apportionment and Redistricting Process for the U.S. House of Representatives" by American national government analyst Sarah J. Eckman.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The census, apportionment, and redistricting are interrelated activities that affect representation in the U.S. House of Representatives. Congressional apportionment (or reapportionment) is more
Apportionment & Redistricting Process for the U.S. House of Representatives Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, March 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45951) on March 4, 2026, entitled "Apportionment and Redistricting Process for the U.S. House of Representatives:"
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Redistricting Process/26
Congressional redistricting involves creating or redrawing geographic boundaries for U.S. House districts within a state. Redistricting procedures are largely determined by state law and vary across states, but states more
Education Department's DEI Certification Requirement for Schools - Overview & Legal Challenges Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11405) on March 17, 2026, by legislative attorneys Jared P. Cole and Madeline W. Donley:
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Education Department's DEI Certification Requirement for Schools: Overview and Legal Challenges
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 prohibits discrimination based on race, color, or national origin in programs that receive federal funding. On February 14, 2025, the Departm more
Office of the U.S. Trade Representative - Overview and Issues for Congress in Brief Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, March 18 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48884) on March 17, 2026, entitled "Office of the U.S. Trade Representative: Overview and Issues for Congress in Brief" by international trade and finance specialist Shayerah I. Akhtar:
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SUMMARY
The Office of the United States Trade Representative (Office of the USTR) is located in the Executive Office of the President (EOP). It is headed by the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR), an amba more
Economic Forecasts & Projections Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, March 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R47295) on March 16, 2026, by senior research librarian Ben Leubsdorf:
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Economic Forecasts and Projections: Fact Sheet
SUMMARY
Economic projections (also called forecasts) are predictions about the future behavior of economic and financial indicators. They can help lawmakers in assessing the likelihood of key events such as recessions, addressing budget and economic challenges, and more
Farm Bill Primer - Energy Title Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10639) on March 16, 2026, by Kelsi Bracmort, natural resources and energy policy specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm Bill Primer: Energy Title
Omnibus farm bills have been enacted periodically to address agricultural and food programs. The most recent farm bill - the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 (2018 farm bill; P.L. 115-334) - contains 12 titles, including Title more
Latin America & the Caribbean - Leaders & Elections Topic of CRS Fact Sheet
WASHINGTON, March 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. 98-684) on March 16, 2026, by senior research librarian Carla Y. Davis-Castro.
Here are excerpts:
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Latin America and the Caribbean: Fact Sheet on Leaders and Elections
This report provides the results of recent presidential elections in Latin America and the Caribbean. Below are three tables, organized by region, that include the date of each country's independence, the name of the more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
American Veterinary Medical Association Submits Public Comment to USDA on Breeding Female Dog Care Standards
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The American Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA) submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (Docket No. APHIS-2025-1000). This docket solicits input on establishing standards for the care of breeding female dogs and the exercise and socialization of dogs governed by the Animal Welfare Act.
In its letter, the AVMA emphasized the challenge of applying a uniform care standard across diverse dog breeds more
American Water Supports EPA Compliance Deadline Extension for Hazardous Substance Reporting
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- American Water Works Co. Inc., Camden, New Jersey, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing support for the agency's proposal to extend the compliance deadline by three years for the Clean Water Act Hazardous Substance Facility Report Plans regulation (Docket No. EPA-HQ-OLEM-2021-0585).
American Water, a major water and wastewater service provider serving approximately 14 million people across 14 states, including over more
GrowSF Backs Zoox Petition for Autonomous Vehicle Deployment in San Francisco
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- GrowSF submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration expressing support for Zoox's petition (Docket No. NHTSA-2025-0523), which requests an exemption to allow the commercial deployment of automated vehicles under federal safety monitoring.
The letter highlights San Francisco's reliance on safe and innovative transportation solutions to serve millions of residents, workers, and visitors annually. GrowSF believes autonomous vehicle more
Hotel Council of San Francisco Supports Zoox Petition to NHTSA for Autonomous Vehicle Deployment
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Hotel Council of San Francisco submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration voicing support for Zoox's petition (Docket No. NHTSA-2025-0523). The petition requests an exemption that would allow the commercial deployment of Zoox's automated vehicles under strict federal safety monitoring.
The letter emphasizes San Francisco's role as a major visitor destination and hub of innovation that requires safe and efficient mobility s more
Indiana Reentry Corp. Offers Recommendations on Workforce Pell Grant Regulations
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- Indiana Reentry Corp., Indianapolis, Indiana, have submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education Office of Postsecondary Education addressing the proposed regulations for the Workforce Pell Grant program (Docket No. ED-2026-OPE-0133). The organization, which works with justice-impacted populations across six states in partnership with corrections departments and workforce boards, outlined several key technical recommendations to enhance the impleme more
Koyuk Native Urges Careful Review of Federal Subsistence Management Program by Department of the Interior
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Koyuk Native Corp., Alaska, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior concerning the Federal Subsistence Management Program (Docket No. DOI-2025-0170). The organization expressed support for maintaining the core elements of the FSMP, which provides rural Alaskans, many of whom are Alaska Native, with a subsistence priority for fishing and hunting on federal lands and waters as established under Title VIII of the Alaska National Inter more
Md. Environment Dept. Opposes EPA's Proposed Interstate Transport Plan Review for 2015 Ozone Standards
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency expressing concerns about the agency's proposed Interstate Transport Plan Review for the 2015 Ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS). MDE criticizes EPA's approach to approving State Implementation Plans (SIPs) for addressing interstate ozone pollution transport, particularly the agency's deviation from established frameworks and more
Michigan Council of Animal Welfare Urges USDA to Avoid One-Size-Fits-All Approach in Proposed Breeding Dog Standards
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Michigan Council of Animal Welfare (MICAW) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (Docket No. APHIS 2025-1000), which proposes standards for breeding female dogs. MICAW, representing 29 commercial dog breeders, emphasizes the importance of breeder and veterinarian discretion over rigid regulatory mandates.
MICAW calls for a precise definition of "breeding female dogs," suggesting it shoul more
Native Village of Koyuk Urges Preservation of Federal Subsistence Management Program Protections
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Native Village of Koyuk has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior regarding the Federal Subsistence Management Program Review (Docket No. DOI-2025-0170). The letter expresses support for maintaining current elements of the Federal Subsistence Management Program, emphasizing the importance of protecting rural subsistence priorities for Alaska Native and rural residents.
The community leaders stress that recent changes to the program more
Natural Resources Defense Council Requests EPA Disclose Documents for Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding Rescission Rule
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency demanding public disclosure of all materials used in developing the agency's rule titled "Recission of the Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding and Motor Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Emission Standards Under the Clean Air Act." This rule, issued on February 13, 2026, outlines the EPA's repeal of the greenhouse gas endangerment finding and related motor v more
P3Mobility Submits Recommendations to DOT on National Transportation Digital Infrastructure Strategy
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- P3Mobility, a transportation technology company specializing in Vehicle-to-Everything (V2X) systems, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Transportation Office of the Assistant Secretary for Research and Technology (Docket No. DOT-OST-2026-0430). The letter aims to inform the development of a coordinated National Strategy for Transportation Digital Infrastructure.
In its submission, P3Mobility defined Transportation Digital Infrastructure as a secu more
Silicon Valley Leadership Group Supports Zoox's Petition for Autonomous Vehicle Exemption
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Silicon Valley Leadership Group (SVLG) has submitted a public comment letter to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration expressing support for Zoox's petition requesting a federal exemption to facilitate the commercial deployment of its autonomous vehicles under federal safety oversight.
Representing innovation-driven companies across Silicon Valley and the Bay Area, SVLG underlined its appreciation for NHTSA's efforts to develop a regulatory framework tha more
Texas Transportation Dept. Supports Ohio's Renewal in Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program
WASHINGTON, March 24 -- The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) submitted a public comment letter to the Federal Highway Administration endorsing the State of Ohio's renewal package to continue participation in the Surface Transportation Project Delivery Program, known as the "NEPA assignment" program. This program enables states to assume responsibility for issuing final approvals under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and other federal environmental laws for federally funded more
Tipoffs: Iran
American Center for Law and Justice: Defense Secretary Hegseth Reveals "Final Blow" to End Iran War
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following statement by Director of Media Logan Sekulow:
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Sec. Hegseth Reveals "Final Blow" To End Iran War
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and the Trump Administration just warned Iran of a "massive final blow" if it does not make a deal with President Donald Trump to end the war soon.
We're only a few weeks into the Iranian conflict, and from the very beginning President Trump has said this was not planned to more
Chairman Arrington Delivers Opening Remarks at 3% Deficit-to-GDP Framework Hearing
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Jodey Arrington, R-Texas, chairman of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Chairman Arrington Delivers Opening Remarks at 3% Deficit-to-GDP Framework Hearing
Today, House Budget Chairman Jodey Arrington (R-Texas) delivered the following remarks at the "The Best Metric to Reverse the Curse: A 3% Deficit-to-GDP Path to Fiscal Sustainability" hearing.
Remarks as Delivered:
We need to change our long-term budget fram more
Chairman Mast, HFAC, Advances Chip Security Act
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Brian Mast, R-Florida, chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Chairman Mast, HFAC, Advances Chip Security Act
Today, the House Foreign Affairs Committee advanced the Chip Security Act, a measure to prevent the illicit smuggling of advanced AI chips to foreign adversaries as part of a full committee markup.
"If we're going to export advanced AI chips, we need confidence that they don't end up in more
DNC: Breaking - National Gas Price Average Rises One Dollar in One Month
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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BREAKING: National Gas Price Average Rises One Dollar in One Month
Americans are paying more at the pump as Trump doubles down on his war of choice with Iran
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According to AAA, the national average price for a gallon of gasoline jumped one dollar in just one month, with prices today sitting at $3.98 per gallon. Diesel prices have also reached record highs, with one gallon costing $5.38, the more
Durbin Honors The Late Robert Mueller During A Senate Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Durbin Honors The Late Robert Mueller During A Senate Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting
U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, delivered an opening statement during today's Senate Judiciary Committee executive business meeting honoring the late former Fede more
Government Safeguards Critical UK CO2 Supplies With Restart of Plant
LONDON, England, March 27 -- The British Department for Business and Trade issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Government safeguards critical UK CO2 supplies with restart of plant
The Government has shored up the UK's critical supplies of CO2 vital for Britain's nuclear, packaged meats, fresh food and healthcare by temporarily restarting the Ensus bioethanol plant in Wilton, Teesside.
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Ifo Export Expectations in Germany Fall (March 2026)
MUNICH, Germany, March 27 -- ifo Institute issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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ifo Export Expectations in Germany Fall (March 2026)
Sentiment in the German Export Industry Has Deteriorated. The ifo Export Expectations fell to -0.9 points in March, down from +2.7 points in February. "The war in Iran has significantly increased uncertainty among exporters," says Klaus Wohlrabe, Head of Surveys at ifo. "Many companies fear a decline in demand in important sales markets."
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JINSA Report Finds High Interception Rates, Mounting Pressure on U.S.-led Regional Air Defense
WASHINGTON, March 27 (TNSrpt) -- The Jewish Institute for National Security of America issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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JINSA Report Finds High Interception Rates, Mounting Pressure on U.S.-led Regional Air Defense
Today the Jewish Institute for National Security of America (JINSA) released a new report, "The Eroding Shield: Air Defenses Against Iran," analyzing the performance of the United States, Israel, and Arab partners' air defenses during the current conflict more
Meeks, Jayapal Introduce Legislation to Block Trump From Attacking Cuba
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Meeks, Jayapal Introduce Legislation to Block Trump from Attacking Cuba
U.S. Representatives Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) are today introducing the Prevent an Unconstitutional War in Cuba Act to block President Trump from using any federal fund more
Meeks, Kim, Bera, Kamlager-Dove Share Recommendations for State's Burma Review
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Meeks, Kim, Bera, Kamlager-Dove Share Recommendations for State's Burma Review
Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee; Young Kim and Ami Bera, Chairwoman and Ranking Member of the East Asia and Pacific Subcommittee; and Sydney Kamlager-Dove, Ranking Member of the South and C more
National Roads and Motorists' Association: Australians Reduce Driving But are Still Looking Forward to the Holidays
NORTH STRATHFIELD, Australia, March 27 -- The National Roads and Motorists' Association issued the following news release:
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Australians reduce driving but are still looking forward to the holidays
More than half of the nation is choosing to change their driving habits during the Middle East conflict, helping to reduce strain on the family budget, according to the NRMA.
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The national survey of some 1,800 NRMA members found that 52 per cent of petrol and diesel vehicle drivers have cut more
Notre Dame Gathers Experts to Strengthen American Peacebuilding
NOTRE DAME, Indiana, March 27 -- The University of Notre Dame Keough School of Global Affairs issued the following news release:
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Notre Dame gathers experts to strengthen American peacebuilding
Amid record levels of global conflict and reduced funding, the University of Notre Dame convened peacebuilding scholars and leaders March 10 in Washington, D.C., to explore strategies for adapting in a volatile world.
The conference was hosted by the Kroc Institute for International Peace Studies more
Ranking Member Angie Craig Introduces Fertilizer Transparency Act
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Angie Craig, D-Minnesota, ranking member of the House Agriculture Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Ranking Member Angie Craig Introduces Fertilizer Transparency Act
Today, House Agriculture Committee Ranking Member Angie Craig (MN-02) introduced the bipartisan Fertilizer Transparency Act.
"President Trump's tariffs and war with Iran have increased fertilizer costs even as farmers lose markets and commodity prices remain low, p more
Ranking Member Boyle Slams OMB Director Vought for Dodging Budget Committee
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Ranking Member Boyle Slams OMB Director Vought for Dodging Budget Committee
At today's House Budget Committee hearing, Ranking Member Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02) slammed Office of Management and Budget (OMB) Director Russell Vought for continuing to dodge testifying before the Committee 15 months into the Congress.
Boyle argued that more
Ranking Member Heinrich Offers Solutions to Energy Affordability Crisis Worsening Under Trump Administration
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Ranking Member Heinrich Offers Solutions to Energy Affordability Crisis Worsening Under Trump Administration
During a U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing to examine the state of the power grid, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), the Committee's Ranking Member, delivered opening rem more
Scott, Ocasio-Cortez, Murray, Warren Establish Childcare for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Childcare for Every American Family
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, ranking member of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Scott, Ocasio-Cortez, Murray, Warren Establish Childcare for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Childcare for Every American Family
As momentum for childcare grows across country, Democrats lead charge in Congress
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Today, House Committee on Education and Workforce Ranking Member Robert C. "Bobby" Scott more
Sen. Durbin Introduces Baltic Security Assessment Act of 2026
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-IL, has introduced the Baltic Security Assessment Act of 2026, aimed at enhancing the national security posture of the United States and its strategic allies in the Baltic region, specifically Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania. The bill mandates a comprehensive report to be prepared by the Secretary of State in coordination with the Secretary of Defense on the emerging threats faced by these nations.
The initiation of this legislation comes amidst more
Shaheen, Schumer, Reed, Warner, Warren Statement on Trump Administration Decision to Ease Iran Oil Sanctions
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Shaheen, Schumer, Reed, Warner, Warren Statement on Trump Administration Decision to Ease Iran Oil Sanctions
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chuck Schumer (D-NY), Senate Democratic Leader, Jack Reed (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Servic more
State Department Issues Public Schedule for March 27, 2026
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for March 27, 2026:
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SECRETARY MARCO RUBIO
Secretary Rubio is on travel to France on March 27, 2026.
8:45 a.m. LOCAL Secretary Rubio participates in G7 Foreign Affairs Ministerial family photos in Cernay-la-Ville, France.
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9:15 a.m. LOCAL Secretary Rubio participates in a G7 Foreign Affairs Ministerial session on Cross-Cutting Threats and Sovereignty in Cernay-la-Ville, Fran more
Trade CEOs Meet in Perth to Discuss Pressing Issues
PORT MELBOURNE, Australia, March 27 -- Caravan Industry Association of Australia issued the following news:
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Trade CEOs meet in Perth to discuss pressing issues
Amid growing concern over fuel prices and the supply-chain effects of the Iran conflict, trade association CEOs from across Australia met in Perth last week to discuss strategic priorities for the caravan industry.
Key topics addressed at the meeting included:
* The current state of the market.
* The number and value propositi more
U.N. Secretary-General Guterres Issues Statement Remarks at News Conference on Situation in Middle East
NEW YORK, March 27 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued the following remarks on March 25, 2026, at a news conference on the situation in the Middle East:
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Ladies and Gentlemen of the media,
Just hours into the outbreak of the war in the Middle East, I warned that the fighting risked triggering a chain reaction that no one could control.
More than three weeks on, the war is out of control.
The conflict has broken past the limits even leaders thought unimaginable more
Whitehouse, Leader Schumer, and Senate Democrats Spotlight How Climate Change Drives Up Household Costs for American Families
WASHINGTON, March 27 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on March 26, 2026:
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Whitehouse, Leader Schumer, and Senate Democrats Spotlight How Climate Change Drives Up Household Costs for American Families
Trump's fossil fuel donors put heavy burden on family budgets--from home insurance to utility bills, grocery prices, and health costs
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U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), more
WindEurope: Wind Energy Did Not Cause the Iberian Blackout
BRUSSELS, Belgium, March 27 -- WindEurope issued the following statement on March 26, 2026:
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Wind energy did not cause the Iberian blackout
The final report on the "Iberian Blackout" concludes that multiple factors have caused the unique system failure that left parts of Spain and Portugal without electricity in April 2025. Wind energy was not among the root causes of the blackout.
Last week ENTSO-E, Europe's Network of Transmission System Operators for Electricity, published its final more
An Overview of ADHRB's Participation in the 61st Session of the Human Rights Council
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Democracy and Human Rights in Bahrain posted the following news:
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An Overview of ADHRB's Participation in the 61st Session of the Human Rights Council
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Americans for Democracy & Human Rights in Bahrain (ADHRB) participated in the 61st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council, held from 23 February to 31 March 2026.
During this session, ADHRB delivered 12 oral interventions exposing human rights violations across more
At Hearing, Warren Blasts Trump Administration's Flip-Flopping on Iran War, Alienating U.S. Allies
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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At Hearing, Warren Blasts Trump Administration's Flip-Flopping on Iran War, Alienating U.S. Allies
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Warren: "It is not only an embarrassment when the President begs, and our allies say no, it is a national security threat because our enemies take note of that."
Warren: "Trump has alienated many of our allies, and those costs are becoming clear."
Video of Exchange (YouTube)
Washingt more
Behind the Headline: Tariff Policies Disrupt Global Order
PRINCETON, New Jersey, March 26 -- Princeton University School of Public and International Affairs posted the following news:
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Behind the Headline: Tariff Policies Disrupt Global Order
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The global economy is reeling from a series of shocks, including the wars in the Middle East and ongoing tariff negotiations between the U.S. and its trading partners. Layna Mosley, a professor of politics and international affairs at Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs, ex more
British Ambassador Sanders Condemns Iranian Military Aggression During U.N. Human Rights Council Debate
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- British Human Rights Ambassador Eleanor Sanders said the United Kingdom co-sponsored a resolution addressing military actions launched by Iran against several Gulf nations. Speaking at the University Center in Geneva, Switzerland, Sanders stated that the UK will continue to act in defense of allies to prevent regional destabilization.
The ambassador registered specific reservations regarding the Council's mandate to determine inter-state reparations or international sec more
Budd, Ernst Lead Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act to Deter Iranian Aggression Across the Middle East
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Ted Budd, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Budd, Ernst Lead Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act to Deter Iranian Aggression Across the Middle East
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Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Ted Budd (R-N.C.) and Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), members of the Senate Armed Services Committee, introduced the Abraham Accords Defense Cooperation Act today, which would require the U.S. Secretary of Defense to establish a defense cooperation initiative to stre more
Cassidy Calls on Senate Democrats to Stop Inflicting Pain, End the DHS Shutdown
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release:
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Cassidy Calls on Senate Democrats to Stop Inflicting Pain, End the DHS Shutdown
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA) delivered a speech on the U.S. Senate floor, calling on Senate Democrats to fund the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), including U.S. Customs and Border Protection, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), and Transportation S more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Putin Demands More Efficient Military Corruption
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on March 25, 2026, by Democratic Resilience program fellow Mikhail Komin:
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Putin Demands More Efficient Military Corruption
Changes at the top of the defense hierarchy reveal old-style graft and pressure to raise military spending efficiency.
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Russia's Ministry of Defense has a spending problem. That's not just because the country started a war of choice against Ukraine, at a staggering hum more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Russia - Give Me Your Poor, Your Starving Masses
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on March 24, 2026, by non-resident senior fellow Alexander Kolyandr:
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Russia: Give Me Your Poor, Your Starving Masses
The Kremlin is hard-wired to spot opportunity amid chaos. War-related food shortages provide an unexpected bonus.
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War in the Middle East is lining Russia's state coffers with an unexpected windfall of billions of dollars from higher oil prices. Less material, but arguably m more
Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Hearing on USSPACECOM and STRATCOM Posture for FY 2027
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release:
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Chairman Wicker Leads SASC Hearing on USSPACECOM and STRATCOM Posture for FY 2027
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Watch Video Here
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today led a hearing to examine the posture of U.S. Space Command and U.S. Strategic Command amid growing nuclear and space threats from Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran, the advancing strategi more
China Raises Gasoline Prices Due to Rising Global Oil Prices, Triggering Lines
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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China Raises Gasoline Prices Due to Rising Global Oil Prices, Triggering Lines
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Key Takeaways
1 China is the world's largest importer of oil and has the world's largest refining capacity. It is raising gasoline and diesel prices for consumers, in part due to the Iran conflict and the effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz.
2 The government's fuel pricing has increased by more
Congressman Eric Sorensen Fights for Cost Transparency for Illinois Farmers
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Eric Sorensen, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Eric Sorensen Fights for Cost Transparency for Illinois Farmers
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WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Eric Sorensen (IL-17) joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers to introduce the Fertilizer Transparency Act to help provide Illinois farmers with more certainty and better information about fertilizer prices. This legislation would require the U.S. Department of Agriculture to create a mandato more
CSIS Issues Commentary: Assessing the Air Campaign After Three Weeks - Iran War By the Numbers
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary on March 25, 2026, by Mark F. Cancian, senior adviser with the CSIS Defense and Security Department, and Chris H. Park, research associate for the Arleigh A. Burke Chair in Strategy:
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Assessing the Air Campaign After Three Weeks: Iran War By the Numbers
As the war with Iran enters its fourth week, there is an opportunity to look at data on the air campaign to understand what has hap more
Curtis, Slotkin, Young, Schiff Lead Bipartisan Bill to Stop Insider Trading from Government Officials on Prediction Markets
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. John Curtis, R-Utah, issued the following news release:
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Curtis, Slotkin, Young, Schiff Lead Bipartisan Bill to Stop Insider Trading from Government Officials on Prediction Markets
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WASHINGTON- U.S. Senators John Curtis (R-UT), Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Todd Young (R-IN), and Adam Schiff (D-CA) introduced the bipartisan Public Integrity in Financial Predic tion Markets Act of 2026. The bill prohibits federally elected officials and government employees from us more
Davidson Votes to End DHS Shutdown, Calls on Senate Democrats to Stop Blocking Funding
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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Davidson Votes to End DHS Shutdown, Calls on Senate Democrats to Stop Blocking Funding
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, March 26 th, 2026, U.S. Representative Warren Davidson (OH-08) released the following statement after voting YES on H.R. 8029, the Pay Our Homeland Defenders Act, to end the partial shutdown and ensure national security agencies and personnel are fully funded. Today's vote marks the th more
Deluzio, Lawmakers Demand FTC Take Action to Prevent War-Related Price Gouging as Prices Soar
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Deluzio, Lawmakers Demand FTC Take Action to Prevent War-Related Price Gouging as Prices Soar
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - As prices for gasoline, fertilizer, and other products skyrocket following President Donald Trump's war in Iran, Congressman Chris Deluzio (D-PA-17), U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT.), and Ed Markey (D-MA) and fellow Representative Jan Schakowsky ( more
Durbin Honors The Late Robert Mueller During A Senate Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Honors The Late Robert Mueller During A Senate Judiciary Committee Executive Business Meeting
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March 26, 2026
Durbin: "Given his contempt for Robert Mueller, it is no surprise that President Trump would pick the current leader of the FBI-Kash Patel. By any measure, Kash Patel does not have the experience, judgment, or temperament of Robert Mueller."
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate Democr more
Energy and the Iran Conflict
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Energy and the Iran Conflict
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Key Takeaways
1 The Trump administration continues to search for ways to curb steep oil and gasoline price increases since the outbreak of the conflict in Iran.
2 Iran's effective blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has severely limited access to 20% of global oil supplies and other important commodities.
3 The Trump administration has granted tem more
Hegseth Relays Death of Iranian Navy Commander, Provides Additional Epic Fury Updates
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Hegseth Relays Death of Iranian Navy Commander, Provides Additional Epic Fury Updates
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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth today relayed the killing of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy's top commander by the Israeli military, as part of ongoing Israeli and U.S. kinetic attacks against the Iranian regime during Operation Epic Fury.
Earlier today, the Israeli Defense Forces announced the killing of Commo more
Hegseth Relays Death of Iranian Navy Commander, Provides Additional OEF Updates
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Hegseth Relays Death of Iranian Navy Commander, Provides Additional OEF Updates
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Secretary of War Pete Hegseth today relayed the killing of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps navy's top commander by the Israeli military, as part of ongoing Israeli and U.S. kinetic attacks against the Iranian regime during Operation Epic Fury.
Earlier today, the Israeli Defense Forces announced the killing of Commodore A more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Jayapal Introduce Legislation to Block Trump from Attacking Cuba
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Jayapal Introduce Legislation to Block Trump from Attacking Cuba
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representatives Gregory W. Meeks (NY-05), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Pramila Jayapal (WA-07) are today introducing the Prevent an Unconstitutional War in Cuba Act to block President Trump from using any federal funding to use mil more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary: Ukraine Military Situation Report
WASHINGTON, March 26 (TNSxrep) -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on March 25, 2026, by nonresident senior fellow Can Kasapoglu:
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Ukraine Military Situation Report
Executive Summary
* Battlefield assessment: The battlespace saw an intensified operational tempo last week, suggesting that a Russian spring offensive may be forthcoming. The front lines near Lyman saw heighten more
ICYMI: It's Time to Fight for Freedom and Opportunity
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 26 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release:
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ICYMI: It's Time to Fight for Freedom and Opportunity
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In a recent op-ed published in the DC Journal, Kent Strang, Managing Director of Americans for Prosperity, argues that expanding economic freedom and reducing government barriers is essential to restoring opportunity and prosperity in the United States. The piece makes the case that empowering individuals, rather t more
ICYMI:Congressman Patronis' Op- Ed in The Washington Times: Protect America's 'Warrior Roads'
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Jimmy Patronis, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI:Congressman Patronis' Op- Ed in The Washington Times: Protect America's 'Warrior Roads'
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IN CASE YOU MISSED IT...
Congressman Patronis' Op- Ed in The Washington Times: Protect America's 'Warrior Roads'
Congressman Patronis' Op-Ed "Protect America's 'Warrior Roads'"
Congressman Jimmy Patronis, The Washington Times
March 26, 2026
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Ifo Institute President Fuest Issues Statement on Business Climate Index
MUNICH, Germany, March 26 -- ifo Institute issued the following statement on March 25, 2026, by President Clemens Fuest on the Business Climate Index:
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ifo Business Climate Index Down (March 2026)
Sentiment among companies in Germany has dropped by a considerable degree. The ifo Business Climate Index fell in March to 86.4 points, down from 88.4 points in February as a result of more pessimistic expectations. Assessments of the current situation, however, remain unchanged. Uncertainty am more
Indonesia Needs Eyes Wide Open on Trump's 'Board of Peace'
NEW YORK, March 26 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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Indonesia Needs Eyes Wide Open on Trump's 'Board of Peace'
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Indonesia has accepted the offer of a deputy commander role in the International Stabilisation Force (ISF) for Gaza after joining US President Donald Trump's Board of Peace. The Indonesian government should use its position to promote and safeguard the human rights of Palestinians, and to advocate for the leading role of the United N more
Jamestown Foundation Posts Commentary: Russia's Influence Continues to Decline in Azerbaijan and Armenia
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- The Jamestown Foundation posted the following commentary on March 25, 2026, by Sertac Canalp Korkmaz, security studies expert on Turkiye, in its Eurasia Daily Monitor:
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Russia's Influence Continues to Decline in Azerbaijan and Armenia
Executive Summary:
* U.S. Vice President J.D. Vance's visits to Armenia and Azerbaijan in February 2026 are the most recent major indications of Baku and Yerevan's increasing diplomatic engagement with the West and distancing from M more
Lieu Review: Standing Up for You
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Ted Lieu, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Lieu Review: Standing Up for You
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Dear neighbor,
American consumers are being hurt by rising inflation, rising gas prices, and diesel prices topping $5 for only the second time in U.S. history. This week, however, Trump's Director of the National Economic Council, Kevin Hassett, said that hurting consumers is "the last of our concerns." Trump's decisions over the past year have already hurt every more
Media Tip Sheet: GOP Expresses Frustration Over Lack Of Information On Iranian War
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: GOP Expresses Frustration Over Lack Of Information On Iranian War
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WASHINGTON (March 26, 2026) - Republican lawmakers are voicing frustration with the administration's handling of the Iran war following a briefing that left many with more questions than answers. Lawmakers from both parties criticized the lack of clarity around the war's objectives, potential use of ground troops, and overa more
Middle East Conflict: Rhetoric, Actions Flout Laws of War
NEW YORK, March 26 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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Middle East Conflict: Rhetoric, Actions Flout Laws of War
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(New York, March 26, 2026) - The geographic spread, speed of escalation, and open disregard for international norms by all parties one month into the Middle East conflict are a critical stress test for the international legal order created to protect civilians during armed conflict, Human Rights Watch said today.
Statements by top o more
Minister Anand announces additional sanctions against Iran
OTTAWA, Ontario, March 26 -- Global Affairs Canada, an arm of the Canadian government, posted the following news release:
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Minister Anand announces additional sanctions against Iran
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March 26, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
Today, the Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, announced that Canada is imposing additional sanctions against five individuals and four entities under the Special Economic Measures (Iran) Regulations.
These sanctions target Irani more
Murray, Warren, Ocasio-Cortez, Scott Establish Child Care for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Child Care for Every American Family
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Murray, Warren, Ocasio-Cortez, Scott Establish Child Care for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Child Care for Every American Family
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As momentum for child care grows across country, Democrats lead charge in Congress
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), longtime leaders on child care, along with Representatives Alexandria Ocasio- more
New Merkley, Raskin Legislation Bans Gambling on Elections, Sports, War, and Government Activity
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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New Merkley, Raskin Legislation Bans Gambling on Elections, Sports, War, and Government Activity
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Oregon's U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley and U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin (MD-08) introduced new legislation to crack down on prediction markets and the opportunity these markets invite for corruption.
Merkley and Raskin's STOP Corrupt Bets Act responds to the recent explosion more
Ocasio-Cortez, Scott, Murray, Warren Establish Child Care for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Child Care for Every American Family
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Ocasio-Cortez, Scott, Murray, Warren Establish Child Care for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Child Care for Every American Family
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Washington, D.C. - Today, longtime leaders on child care Representatives Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14) and Bobby Scott (VA-03), along with U.S. Senators Patty Murray (D-WA) and Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), established a new working group as t more
Opinion: Iran is already ramping up its next war. Guess who the 'enemy' is.
NEW YORK, March 26 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following commentary on March 25, 2026, to the Washington Post by Deputy Director Karen Kramer and senior researcher Esfandiar Aban:
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Opinion: Iran is already ramping up its next war. Guess who the 'enemy' is.
The Islamic Republic is determined to extinguish any internal challenge to its rule.
This article was originally published (https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2026/03/25/iran-islam more
Ranking Member Heinrich Offers Solutions to Energy Affordability Crisis Worsening Under Trump Administration
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Member Heinrich Offers Solutions to Energy Affordability Crisis Worsening Under Trump Administration
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WASHINGTON - During a U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee hearing to examine the state of the power grid, U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), the Committee's Ranking Member, delivered opening remarks, explaining the steps that can be taken to lower energy costs for more
Raskin, Merkley Legislation Would Ban Prediction Market Gambling on Elections, Sports, War and Government Activity
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, issued the following news release:
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Raskin, Merkley Legislation Would Ban Prediction Market Gambling on Elections, Sports, War and Government Activity
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin (MD-08) and Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) introduced new legislation to crack down on often-times corrupt prediction markets.
Raskin and Merkley's STOP Corrupt Bets Act responds to the recent explosion of prediction markets, which now offe more
Rising Oil Prices Contribute to China's Electric Vehicle Boom
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Rising Oil Prices Contribute to China's Electric Vehicle Boom
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WASHINGTON (March 26, 2026) - The U.S.-Israel war against Iran has disrupted fossil fuel supplies from the Middle East, causing oil prices to go as high as $119 a barrel. As the gasoline cost surges, China's electric vehicle (EV) industry is gaining momentum.
With Chinese EVs becoming more affordable and gasoline getting more expensive, analy more
Shaheen Introduces Legislation to Reform Crop Insurance, Save Taxpayers More Than $40 Billion
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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Shaheen Introduces Legislation to Reform Crop Insurance, Save Taxpayers More Than $40 Billion
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(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies (Ag-FDA) Subcommittee, is introducing legislation to reform the federal go more
Slotkin, Young, Schiff, Curtis Lead Bipartisan Bill to Stop Insider Trading from Government Officials on Prediction Markets
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Elissa Slotkin, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Slotkin, Young, Schiff, Curtis Lead Bipartisan Bill to Stop Insider Trading from Government Officials on Prediction Markets
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senators Elissa Slotkin (D-MI), Todd Young (R-IN), Adam Schiff (D-CA) and John Curtis (R-UT) today introduced the bipartisan Public Integrity in Financial Predications Markets Act of 2026. The bill prohibits federally elected officials and governme more
Trump Sets a 15-Point Peace Plan With Iran
WASHINGTON, March 26 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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Trump Sets a 15-Point Peace Plan With Iran
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Key Takeaways
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President Trump has proposed a 15-point peace plan to Iran to cease hostilities in the Middle East, covering missiles, nuclear weapons, and maritime routes.
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Pakistan is offering to host talks between parties, and Pakistan's army chief has reached out to Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf.
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Vasquez Condemns USPS Decision to Pass Cost Increases Caused by Iran War Onto Americans
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Rep. Gabriel Vasquez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Vasquez Condemns USPS Decision to Pass Cost Increases Caused by Iran War Onto Americans
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - On March 26, 2025, U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) sent a letter to Postmaster General David Steiner rejecting the United States Postal Service's (USPS) proposal to impose a temporary "fuel surcharge" on consumers, passing the cost of the Administration's reckless war in Iran more
Warren, Murray, Ocasio-Cortez, Scott Establish Child Care for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Child Care for Every American Family
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Murray, Ocasio-Cortez, Scott Establish Child Care for America Working Group to Lower Costs, Deliver Child Care for Every American Family
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As momentum for child care grows across country, Democrats lead charge in Congress
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) and Patty Murray (D-Wash.), longtime leaders on child care, along with Representatives Alexandria O more
Welch Speaks on Americans' Dwindling Support for Trump's Deadly War in Iran: "In a democracy, public backing for a war is not optional."
WASHINGTON, March 26 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Welch Speaks on Americans' Dwindling Support for Trump's Deadly War in Iran: "In a democracy, public backing for a war is not optional."
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.) spoke on the Senate floor and emphasized how President Trump's $200 billion request for funding to support his war of choice in Iran will drive up costs for American families, farmers, and small business owners. more
Cortez Masto Calls Out Trump's Harmful Energy Policies that are Raising Americans' Costs
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Sen. Catherine Cortez Masto, D-Nevada, issued the following news release:
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Cortez Masto Calls Out Trump's Harmful Energy Policies that are Raising Americans' Costs
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Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Cortez Masto (D-Nev.) called out the Trump Administration's harmful energy policies that are killing American jobs, jacking up energy prices, and hurting our growing solar and wind indus more
Rep. Nancy Mace Reaffirms Her Position Against U.S. Ground Troops In Iran
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Rep. Nancy Mace, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Nancy Mace Reaffirms Her Position Against U.S. Ground Troops In Iran
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WASHINGTON, D.C. (Mar. 25, 2026) - Today, Congresswoman Nancy Mace doubled down on her stance against boots on the ground in Iran following a House Armed Services Committee briefing on the ongoing conflict.
"We will not support any effort to put U.S. troops on the ground in Iran," said Congresswoman Mace. "The Washin more
Senator Marshall: The Democrats Are Paralyzing Our Country
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: The Democrats Are Paralyzing Our Country
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Senator Marshall Joins The Scott Jennings Show
Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined The Scott Jennings Show on the Salem News Channel to discuss the Democrats' backing out of a deal to fund DHS, the consequences of defunding TSA, how Democrats weaponized the government during Operation Arctic Frost, and Pre more
Senators Markey, Merkley Reintroduce Legislation to Restrict Saudi Access to Nuclear Weapons Technologies
WASHINGTON, March 25 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senators Markey, Merkley Reintroduce Legislation to Restrict Saudi Access to Nuclear Weapons Technologies
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Bill Text (PDF)
Washington (March 25, 2026) - Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), co-chairs of the bicameral Nuclear Weapons and Arms Control Working Group, today reintroduced the No Nuclear Weapons for Saudi Arabia Act, legislation that would mandate th more
