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White House Conducts Press Briefing, Aug. 15

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The White House issued the text of the following press briefing by Press Secretary Sarah Sanders: MS. SANDERS: Good afternoon. I'd like to begin by reading a statement from the President: As the head of the executive branch and Commander-in-Chief, I have a unique constitutional responsibility to protect the nation's classified information, including by controlling access to it. Today, in fulfilling that responsibility, I have decided to revoke the security clearance of J more

U.S. Voters Dislike Trump Almost 2-1, Quinnipiac University National Poll Finds; Media Is Important to Democracy, 65% Of Voters Say

HAMDEN, Connecticut, Aug. 14 -- The Quinnipiac University Polling Institute issued the following news release: Only 31 percent of American voters like President Donald Trump as a person, while 59 percent dislike him, according to a Quinnipiac University National Poll released today. Republicans like Trump 66 - 24 percent, the only listed party, gender, education, age or racial group which likes him, the independent Quinnipiac (KWIN-uh-pe-ack) University National Poll finds. By a smaller 54 - more

Tipoffs: Conferences

OIC Secretary General Appeals to Afghan Parties to End Hostilities, Exercise Restraint

JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia, Aug. 17 -- The Organization of Islamic Cooperation issued the following news release: Recent attacks in Afghanistan's strategic Ghazni province once again drew world's attention to the fragile security situation and escalating tensions in urban parts of the country, resulting in yet another episode of senseless death and devastation. Dr. Yousuf Al Othaimeen, Secretary General of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) expressed growing concern on ever rising collate more

U.S. FDA, Dutch MEB, and Health Canada Officials to Kick Off PDA's Biosimilars Workshop Regulators Joined on Podium With Experts From Leading Pharma Companies

BETHESDA, Maryland, Aug. 17 -- The Parenteral Drug Association issued the following news release: The Parenteral Drug Association (PDA) is pleased to announce the agenda for the 2018 PDA Biosimilars Workshop, "Getting it Right the First Time for Biosimilar Marketing Applications," which will be held at the Renaissance Washington DC Downtown Hotel, Sept. 26 - 27. The workshop features expert presentations from officials from the U.S. FDA, the Netherland's Medicines Evaluation Board (MEB), and H more

Virtual Reality Providing Real-world Literacy and Numeracy Learning Tool

DUNEDIN, New Zealand, Aug. 17 -- The University of Otago issued the following news release: Virtual reality is moving beyond purely entertainment to become a potential tool in improving literacy, and the University of Otago is behind one ground-breaking approach. The University of Otago Information Science department has been working with Methodist Mission Southern to look at a totally new way of helping prisoners in the Otago Corrections Facility at Milburn to improve reading and writing skil more

Customs & Border Protection Seeks Audio Visual Systems Upgrades

WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security's Customs and Border Protection has issued a solicitation (70B03C18Q00000203) for conference room audio visual systems upgrades for the Office of Field Operations at the Champlain Port of Entry, New York. Response Date: Aug. 22, 2018; Original Set Aside: Total Small Business; Set Aside: Total Small Business; Classification Code: N - Installation of equipment; NAICS Code: 541 - Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services/541519 more

2018 IEDC Annual Conference's Keynote Speaker Line-up

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The International Economic Development Council issued the following news release: The International Economic Development Council is hosting its 2018 IEDC Annual Conference in Atlanta, Georgia from September 30 to October 3. This year, the conference will focus on economic inclusivity: providing opportunities for all to obtain job training, employment, housing, and entrepreneurial possibility. The conference theme is, "Inclusive Economic Development: Fulfilling Dreams". Th more

Accepting Proposals for the Second Annual CONQUER Leadership Conference

SCRANTON, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- Marywood University issued the following news release: The University's Student Activities and Leadership Development office with hold its second annual CONQUER Student Leadership Conference on Sunday, November 4, 2018, at 11 a.m. In preparation for the conference, proposals are being accepted from now until Friday, August 24, 2018, for those who want to present at the conference. Faculty and staff from Marywood University and other local colleges and universi more

African Countries, China Launch Joint Environmental Effort With Plans for New Center Based in Nairobi

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug. 16 -- The United Nations Environment Programme issued the following news release: Today delegates from 53 African countries and China took the next step towards greater environmental progress under the framework of South-South Cooperation with the inauguration of the interim secretariat for a new China-Africa Environmental Cooperation Center to be based in Nairobi. When it's completed, the Center will provide a platform for capacity development, technical support, environm more

An Evening With Bobby Knight - Benefiting TBirds Scholarships

HOBBS, New Mexico, Aug. 16 -- New Mexico Junior College issued the following news release: Bobby Knight, one of college basketball's most successful and innovative coaches, will be the guest speaker for an intimate evening of dinner and socializing, Tuesday, October 16 at Hobbs Country Club. All proceeds will benefit athletic scholarships at New Mexico Junior College. The evening will begin at 5:30 p.m. with a cash-bar reception, followed by a dinner buffet. Knight will then discuss his career more

An Introduction to Efficacy Research in Education

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- McGraw-Hill Education issued the following news release: How can we prove that learning technology works? Randomized controlled trials are considered the gold standard in efficacy research, yet they are costly to implement, take years to complete, raise ethical issues, and are difficult to scale in size. Can we democratize the way we look at efficacy in education by leveraging big data and techniques in machine learning, statistics and learning sciences? In this post, I wi more

Anti-Bullying Relentless Tour to Visit Mount Pleasant on August 22

LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 16 -- The Michigan Department of Civil Rights issued the following news release: The Michigan Department of Civil Rights today announced the Relentless Tour - a first-of-its-kind anti-bullying initiative - will visit Mount Pleasant on Wednesday, August 22. Motivational speaker Anthony Ianni, a member of Michigan State University's 2010 and 2012 Big Ten Champion and Tournament Championship teams and the 2010 Final Four team, will speak to Central Michigan Correctional Fa more

APA Conference Creates Conduit Between Water and Planning Professionals

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 16 -- The American Planning Association issued the following news release: Immerse yourself in how communities are planning for water -- from drought to flooding to stormwater management at the American Planning Association's specialty conference Water and Planning Connect, September 11-12, 2018, in Kansas City, Missouri. Registration is now open: www.planning.org/conference/water/registration/ This one-of-a-kind gathering will bring together planners, water utility ma more

Argentina Top Government Officials Join Business Leaders at Council of the Americas 2018 Conference in Buenos Aires

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- The Americas Society/Council of the Americas issued the following news release: Americas Society/Council of the Americas (AS/COA), the most influential business organization in the Western Hemisphere, in partnership with the Chamber of Commerce and Services of Argentina (CAC), will host its fifteenth annual conference in Buenos Aires "Argentina: Economic and Political Perspectives". The conference, which was recently declared by the Argentine government as an "event of nat more

Audio Builders Workshop Events at AES New York 2018 Convention to Offer Hands-On Experiences for DIY Audio Professionals and Enthusiasts

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- The Audio Engineering Society issued the following news release: In the infancy of the professional audio industry, gear was commonly constructed by the engineers who operated the hardware. This year's 145th Audio Engineering Society International Convention, taking place in New York, October 17 - 20 at the Jacob Javits Center, will host a series of events following the tradition of do-it-yourself innovation and promoting the understanding of audio technology, in partnershi more

Bertha Paul Inducted Into National Council of African Women

JOLIET, Illinois, Aug. 16 -- The University of St. Francis issued the following news release: Bertha Paul, an instructor at the University of St. Francis (USF) in the Leach College of Nursing (LCON), has been inducted into the Illinois branch of the National Council of African Women (NCAW). The council, a charitable organization with a focus on helping the needy, was founded in Africa in 1937 to address issues of the social welfare of members' communities. Eventually, it became an international more

Cable Center Panel to Zero in on Customer Experience at SCTE-ISBE Cable-Tec Expo(R)'s Innovation Theater

EXTON, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- The Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers issued the following news release: An international effort that is harnessing advanced research methodologies to optimize customer experiences will be discussed during a first-of-its-kind panel presentation by The Cable Center at SCTE-ISBE Cable-Tec Expo(R) 2018, the Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) and its global arm, the International Society of Broadband Experts (ISBE), announced today. "Ca more

California Cruelty-Free Cosmetics Act Attracts a Crowd

SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 16 -- Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine issued the following news release: Senate Bill 1249, the California Cruelty-Free Cosmetics Act, drew a lively crowd to the State Capitol on Tuesday. In addition to support from groups such as the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine, Social Compassion in Legislation, the Humane Society of the United States, and PETA, businesses Lush Cosmetics and Ben & Jerry's also turned out, giving away free products whi more

Campus Wins Two Tech Awards

FULLERTON, California, Aug. 16 -- California State University issued the following news release: Cal State Fullerton won two top awards at the statewide Cal State 2018 Tech Conference earlier this month. The two-year-old conference brings together academic and information technology staff and management from throughout the California State University in an opportunity to collaborate and build a network to share best practices. "Our campus was honored twice this year and won three awards last more

Canon U.S.A. Set to Showcase Intelligent Solutions for the Future of Work to Legal Professionals at ILTACON 2018

MELVILLE, New York, Aug. 16 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: With document-heavy workloads often posing potential security risks and impeding legal personnel with manual tasks, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, aims to help more securely automate content management for the industry at ILTACON 2018 (Booths #601, 603). Canon keeps security top of mind in exhibiting its latest offerings from August 19 to August 23 at the Gaylord Conference Center, in Nationa more

Chowan University Places in Phi Beta Lambda State Conference

MURFREESBORO, North Carolina, Aug. 16 -- Chowan University issued the following news: Chowan University ranked in the awards at the 64th Annual Phi Beta Lambda (PBL) State Leadership Conference. Not only was the Chowan University chapter of PBL awarded second place in Eastern Region Chapter Membership, but the three student representatives placed in the top ten when they competed in conference events. Malek Leach of Petersburg, VA, was awarded 5th place in Project Management while Jessica Lewi more

Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Considers Cuba's Report

GENEVA, Switzerland, Aug. 16 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: The Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination today concluded its consideration of the combined nineteenth to twenty-first periodic report of Cuba on its implementation of the provisions of the International Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Racial Discrimination. Presenting the report, Rodolfo Reyes Rodriguez, Director General at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs more

CUNA Mutual Group's Discovery Conference Now Available On-Demand

MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 16 -- CUNA Mutual Group issued the following news release: CUNA Mutual Group's ninth annual, day-long Discovery Conference today brought together innovation experts and credit union leaders to help credit unions prepare for upcoming 2019 strategic planning sessions. The conference is now available on-demand, at no cost, until Feb. 28, 2019. "Our Discovery Conference gave credit union leaders a tremendous opportunity to gain real insights from industry experts and learn more

Department of Revenue Invites New Business Owners to Learn Helpful Tax Tips

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Revenue issued the following news release: New business owners will have the opportunity to learn important tax tips on Aug. 29 in Clarion County during two state tax seminars hosted by the Department of Revenue and the Clarion University Small Business Development Center. The free seminars, Tax Tips for New Businesses and Sales Tax Basics, are a continuation of a program the Department of Revenue developed to provide entrepre more

Does IN Use Hackable Voting Machines?

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 16 -- The Indiana Democratic Party issued the following news release: In April, a University of Michigan professor successfully hacked an AccuVote TSX, changing ballots cast in a mock election without voters knowing. Over the weekend, hackers at DEF CON, a security conference, took aim at the AccuVote TSX, and in one case, gained admin access to the machine. More than a half dozen Indiana counties deploy some version of the AccuVote TSX that relies on Direct Recordin more

Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network Highlights Best Practices in Sustainable Supply Chain Management

DUBAI, United Arab Emirates, Aug. 16 -- The Dubai Chamber of Commerce and Industry issued the following news: The Dubai Chamber Sustainability Network recently hosted an informative seminar at the Chamber's premises where members of the Network's Sustainability in Supply Chain Task Force spoke about best practices and projects which have helped them reduce environmental impact and business costs. The presentation from CHEP provided an overview of the company's Supply Chain Planning Network Opt more

Ecumenical Consultation Affirms Christians to Be Sensitive to Other Faiths

CHIANG MAI, Thailand, Aug. 16 -- The Christian Conference of Asia issued the following news release: An international ecumenical consultation on 'Wider Ecumenism as Prophetic Witness' affirmed that "Christians have to recognize God's image in adherents of all religious traditions and Asian Christians must be sensitive to the tremendous contributions the other religions are still making to the shaping of Asian culture". Jointly organised by the Christian Conference of Asia (CCA), Association of more

Education Professional Standards Board to Meet August 20

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Aug. 16 -- The Kentucky Department of Education issued the following news release: The Education Professional Standards Board (EPSB) will meet Monday, August 20 at the board offices, 100 Airport Road, in Frankfort. The meeting is scheduled to begin at 9 a.m. ET in Conference Room A on the 3rd Floor. The board's Waiver Committee will meet before the regular board meeting in Conference Room B on the 3rd Floor at the same address starting at 8:30 a.m. ET. To promote greater more

Ellsworth's 2018 Archery Deer Season Begins

ELLSWORTH AIR FORCE BASE, South Dakota, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force (28th Bomb Wing) issued the following news: By Senior Airman Denise Jenson Public Affairs Deer hunting season at Ellsworth Air Force Base will run from Sept. 1 through Jan. 1, 2019, and is open to those who have base access. Bow hunters who are interested in applying for a base-specific license must do so by Aug. 21 at 8 a.m. Completed applications can be sent to gary.brundige@us.af.mil, the 28th Civil Engineer Squadron na more

Fayetteville State Unveil Volleyball Team in Special Online Presentation

FAYETTEVILLE, NC, Aug. 16 -- The Central Intercollegiate Athletic Association issued the following news release: The Fayetteville State Department of Athletics will unveil its 2018 Volleyball Team via a special online presentation called "Meet the Broncos: Volleyball Edition" on Friday, August 17th at 3:30 pm. Log onto FSUBroncos.com as Bronco-iRadio personality Joy Mattocks present Head Coach Reeshemah Johnson and the entire volleyball team. Interested in interacting with the broadcast? Follo more

FERC Issues Letter Involving Pacific Gas and Electric

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued the following letter involving Pacific Gas and Electric's Hydroelectric Project (No. 233-235): To: Debbie Powell, Senior Director, Pacific Gas and Electric Co., Mail Code N13E, P.O. Box 770000, San Francisco, CA 94177 Subject: Out-Of-Season Spill Variance Request for Pit 3 Dam Dear Ms. Powell: On June 26, 2018 and supplemented on August 9, 2018, you filed with the Federal Energy Regulatory Comm more

Football Writers Association of America National Football Foundation Partner for Fifth Year on Super 16 Poll

IRVING, Texas, Aug. 16 -- The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame issued the following news release: The Football Writers Association of America (FWAA) and the National Football Foundation (NFF) & College Hall of Fame announced today that they will partner for the fifth consecutive year to conduct The FWAA-NFF Super 16 Poll, the organizations' weekly major-college football poll. The results will be released by 11:30 a.m. ET each Monday of the 2018 regular season, and the plan more

Four Lifestyle Fairs, Chinese Medicine Conference Open

WANCHAI, Hong Kong, Aug. 16 -- The Hong Kong Trade Development Council issued the following news release: Organised by the Hong Kong Trade Development Council (HKTDC), four concurrent fairs opened today at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC): the 29th Food Expo, the 10th Hong Kong International Tea Fair, the third Beauty & Wellness Expo and the fifth Home Delights Expo. Together, the fairs gather a record number of nearly 2,100 exhibitors, showcasing quality and new products more

Gaming Laboratories International (GLI) Welcomed More Than 80 Representatives From 19 Countries to Its 11th Annual Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable

LIMA, Peru, Aug. 16 -- Gaming Laboratories International, a provider of quality land-based, lottery and iGaming testing and assessment services, issued the following news release: Gaming Laboratories International (GLI(R)) welcomed more than 80 representatives from 33 government entities and 19 countries from Latin America, the Caribbean and Spain to its 11th Annual Latin American and Caribbean Regulators Roundtable. The three-day event took place in Lima, Peru with the collaboration of the Dir more

Globetrotting U of L Sex Researchers Making a Name for Themselves

LETHBRIDGE, Alberta, Aug. 16 -- The University of Lethbridge issued the following news: If the student researchers in Dr. Paul Vasey's lab aren't out in the field collecting data in far-flung places, they're presenting at international conferences and publishing articles. In early July, an article in Playboy called Scott Semenyna and Lanna Petterson, both doctoral students in Vasey's lab, "rising stars" of sex research in Canada and termed the University of Lethbridge a "hotspot" for this type more

Goshen College Names Harold M. Watson as New Athletic Director

GOSHEN, Indiana, Aug. 16 -- Goshen College issued the following news: Goshen College announced Thursday that Harold M. Watson, a decorated leader, administrator and marketer of intercollegiate athletics with experience in all three NCAA divisions, has been named the new athletic director. The Evanston, Illinois, native will join the Maple Leafs from Georgia Southern University, where he most recently served as assistant athletic director for strategic marketing. He had previously been the assi more

Gov. Justice Announces Approval of $80-Million Bond Sale for West Virginia State Parks Improvements

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 16 -- Gov. Jim Justice, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: The West Virginia Economic Development Authority today approved the sale of up to $80 million in excess lottery revenue bonds to pay for repairs, maintenance and improvements to West Virginia's state parks and forests. "In the 2018 State of the State address I told you our state parks were in disrepair. We now have concrete plans on the table to do a major modernization of facilities in more

Governor Larry Hogan Announces Funding for Final Expansion of Ocean City Convention Center

ANNAPOLIS, Maryland, Aug. 16 -- Gov. Larry Hogan, R-Maryland, issued the following news release: Governor Larry Hogan today announced he has authorized the Maryland Stadium Authority (MSA) in conjunction with the Town of Ocean City to move forward with funding the final phase of the addition and renovation of the Roland E. Powell Ocean City Convention Center. The $34 million project cost will be funded via $20 million from the state through the Maryland Stadium Authority, in addition to Ocean C more

Governor Wolf Announces Funding for New Johnstown Park, Helps Unveil Community-led, Two-Mile Iron to Arts Corridor Plan

JOHNSTOWN, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- Gov. Tom Wolf, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news: Governor Tom Wolf was joined by local officials and business and non-profit leaders in Cambria County today to announce new funding to redevelop an abandoned rail site on Clinton Street to create a new community park. The park will become the gateway to a two-mile proposed Iron to Arts Corridor that local officials unveiled during the press conference. "We are investing in Johnstown's quality of life more

HCCC Storytelling Class Elevates Communication Skills

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Aug. 16 -- Hudson County Community College issued the following news release: Although storytelling is not a skill generally taught in business courses, it can be a very valuable communication tool. Good storytelling techniques can help professionals connect with an audience, gain credibility, persuade others, enhance their brands, and energize a message. Anecdotes help people experience information, not just consume it. Whether one is building a startup, pitching a pro more

Henry County Resident Indicted, Charged With Health Care Fraud

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Aug. 16 -- Kentucky Attorney General Andy Beshear issued the following news release: Attorney General Andy Beshear and his Office of Medicaid Fraud and Abuse today announced the indictment of a Henry County woman on health care fraud involving her son's care. Kelley Foree, 40, of Turners Station, has been charged with one count of devising or engaging in a scheme to defraud the Kentucky Medical Assistance Program of $300 or more, a Class D felony. A Henry County grand ju more

Hogan Lovells Signs Lease at 125 High Street in Boston

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 16 -- Hogan Lovells, a multinational law firm, issued the following news release: Hogan Lovells has signed a 15-year lease at 125 High Street as part of a strategic plan to expand its presence in the Boston market. The Boston office will be relocating from 100 High Street to its new location in July 2019. The firm will occupy two floors or more than 41,000 square feet of the three-building, 1.5 million-square-foot office complex located in Boston's Financial Distric more

Hormel Foods Corporation and Wholestone Farms Announce the Sale of Fremont, Neb., Processing Facility to Wholestone Farms, LLC

AUSTIN, Minnesota, Aug. 16 -- Hormel Foods, a processor and marketing of pork, issued the following news release: Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a global branded food company, and WholeStone Farms, announced today that they have entered into a definitive agreement to sell the Hormel Foods Fremont, Neb., processing facility to WholeStone Farms, LLC. The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and is expected to be completed in December 2018. "The Fremont facility has been more

How Important is the Farm Bill to North Dakota? Sen. Heitkamp Releases Podcast on Farm Bill, Trade, & Standing Up for Rural America

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Heidi Heitkamp, D-North Dakota, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Heidi Heitkamp, a member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, today released the latest episode of her podcast, 'The Hotdish,' on the importance of the Farm Bill to North Dakota's rural economy and her role on the Farm Bill conference committee. After working to pass a bipartisan Senate Farm Bill in June which included many provisions Heitkamp fought for (https://www.heitka more

Human Services Students Learn and Serve in Barcelona

FULLERTON, California, Aug. 16 -- California State University issued the following news release: Monique Francisco's recent monthlong stay in Barcelona validated her decision to study abroad this summer. "It helped me remember why I became a human services student in the first place and reconnect with my values and vision for peace, justice and equity for all," she says. "I'm so glad I decided to take the leap." While in Spain, CSUF human services majors attended seminar classes and interned more

Jamaican Officials Engaged on CARICOM Results-Based Management System

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, Aug. 16 -- The Caribbean Community, an organization that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its members, issued the following news release: Parliamentarians and senior public sector officials in Jamaica participated in day-two of the series of sensitization seminars on the CARICOM Results-Based Management (RBM) system, Wednesday. The session with Parliamentarians at the Houses of Parliament was addressed by Minister of Foreign Affairs and Foreign tra more

JCPenney Reports Second Quarter 2018 Financial Results

PLANO, Texas, Aug. 16 -- J.C. Penney, an apparel and home furnishings retailer, issued the following news release: J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) today announced financial results for its fiscal second quarter ended Aug. 4, 2018. Comparable sales increased 0.3 % for the second quarter. Net loss for the quarter was $101 million or ($0.32) per share. "During the second quarter, we delivered a positive sales comp of 0.3%. We had a strong start and finish to the quarter, with both May and more

Kentucky PSC Issues Order Involving North Hopkins Water District

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Aug. 16 -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 2018-00118) involving North Hopkins Water District: In the Matter of: APPLICATION OF NORTH HOPKINS WATER DISTRICT FOR RATE ADJUSTMENT FOR SMALL UTILITIES PURSUANT TO 807 KAR 5:076 2018-00118 On April 2, 2018, North Hopkins Water District (North Hopkins District) tendered an application (Application) with the Commission pursuant to 807 KAR 5:076 requesting to adjust its rates for water se more

Lights, Camera, Action: Leicester PhD Researcher Scores Sought-after Opportunity to Work Within 'beating Heart' of the Television Industry

LEICESTER, England, Aug. 16 -- The University of Leicester issued the following news release: University of Leicester PhD researcher Anna McKay will be working within the 'beating heart' of the television industry as one of only six emerging academics from across the UK to be selected to take part in the first 'TV PhD' mentoring programme. 'TV PhD' is a collaborative training and mentoring programme by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) and the Edinburgh International Television F more

Lohr '18 Accepts Position With Credit Suisse

GENEVA, New York, Aug. 16 -- Hobart and William Smith Colleges issued the following news release: Following two summer internships with the financial services company Credit Suisse, Theresa Lohr '18 has been hired as a financial analyst in the Financial Institution Group (FIG) at the firm's New York City headquarters. In the position, Lohr will compile and analyze financial market data and company research and will assist her team in the execution of transactions such as capital raising, merger more

Mayor Keller Sends Letter to Regents Ahead of Meeting on UNM Sports Programs

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Aug. 16 -- The city of Albuquerque issued the following news: At a press conference today, Mayor Tim Keller urged the UNM regents to allow the New Mexico Legislature to act on funding before programs for students are cut. Mayor Keller stood alongside other local leaders including New Mexico Rep. Javier Martinez, City Council President Ken Sanchez, Bernalillo County Commissioner Debbie O'Malley, and USL New Mexico Head Coach Troy Lesesne to outline the importance of socc more

Media Arts - Broadcasting Students Earn 'Gold' Awards

NORFOLK, Nebraska, Aug. 16 -- Northeast Community College issued the following news release: Northeast Community College media arts - broadcasting students have earned two top honors for their work in television. Dustyn Stortzum was presented "Gold" awards in the collegiate division of the 2018 Nebraska Broadcasters Association Pinnacle Awards contest during the association's annual convention in Lincoln Wednesday. Stortzum, of Silver Creek, was recognized with the first place award in televis more

Megan Schoch '14 Attributes Success to Her Education at LVC

ANNVILLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- Lebanon Valley College issued the following news release: Megan Schoch's undergraduate degree in digital communications (DigiCOM) prepared her for success in her digital marketing career and provided her with important life skills. "The program helped me become a well-rounded and well-informed business professional," Schoch said. "DigiCOM allows you to experience a wide variety of areas within the digital marketing field before later focusing on a particular more

Moore Receives ACCT Trustees Leadership Awards

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 16 -- Tallahassee Community College issued the following news: Tallahassee Community College Trustee Karen Moore has been chosen as the recipient of the 2018 Southern Regional Trustee Leadership Award by the Association of Community College Trustees (ACCT). Additionally, as the Regional Award recipient, Moore is the sole nominee from the Southern Region for the prestigious national M. Dale Ensign Trustee Leadership Award. The Ensign Award is presented annually by the more

N.Y. PSC Issues Notice on Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment, Infrastructure

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 16 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case. No. 18-E-0138) on electric vehicle supply equipment and infrastructure: Proceeding on Motion of the Commission Regarding Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment and Infrastructure. NOTICE OF WORKING GROUP MEETING AND REQUEST FOR POST-CONFERENCE COMMENTS (Issued August 16, 2018) PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that Department of Public Service Staff (Staff) will host a working group meeting on Friday, Se more

N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on St. Lawrence Gas, Liberty Utilities

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 16 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling (Case Nos. 18-G-0133 and 18-G-0140) involving St. Lawrence Gas, and Liberty Utilities: Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of St. Lawrence Gas Company, Inc. for Gas Service. Joint Petition of Liberty Utilities Co. and St. Lawrence Gas Company, Inc. for Approval, Pursuant to Section 70 of the PSL, of the Acquisition of St. Lawrence Gas Company more

National Group Bestows Emerging Educator Award on UTA Faculty Member

ARLINGTON, Texas, Aug. 16 -- The University of Texas's Arlington campus issued the following news release: A University of Texas at Arlington kinesiology faculty member has received the national Emerging Educator Award from the National Athletic Trainers Association. Laura Kunkel, an associate clinical professor of kinesiology and certified athletic trainer who joined the UTA faculty in fall 2017, was the sole recipient of the coveted award, which was presented late June at the organization's more

NBB Asks Farm Bill Conferees to Support Biodiesel Programs

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The National Biodiesel Board issued the following news release: Today, the National Biodiesel Board sent a letter to leaders of the Farm Bill Conference Committee, reiterating the industry's strong support for passage of a new five-year Farm Bill (Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018) that includes funding for programs that support biodiesel. The letter specifically asked the conference committee to ensure reauthorization and funding of the Bioenergy Program for Advanced B more

NHPCO Launches Hospice Compliance Certificate

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Aug. 16 -- The National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization issued the following news release: To address the myriad of regulatory complexities and increased levels of scrutiny unique to the hospice provider community, the National Hospice and Palliative Care Organization has created the new Hospice Compliance Certificate Program - a first of its kind from the organization, and a first for the field in terms of specificity regarding regulatory compliance. This certifi more

Ohio Public School Teachers and Advocates Call Out Dave Yost

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 16 -- The Ohio Democratic Party issued the following news: Dave Yost's failure to hold ECOT accountable caused grievous harm not only to the schoolchildren and families hurt by ECOT, but also to public schools and students, public education advocates including current and former teachers noted on a conference call Monday. ECOT's corrupt operation diverted nearly $600 million from public school districts across the state over the course of just six years, and defrauded Ohio more

OPIC Hosts Seminar in Indianapolis for Small Business Expanding to Emerging Markets

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 16 -- The Overseas Private Investment Corp. issued the following news release: The Overseas Private Investment Corporation (OPIC), the U.S. Government's development finance institution, today in Indianapolis hosted its second small business seminar of the year. American small businesses attended the half-day seminar to learn about the opportunities of expanding into emerging markets overseas, and the OPIC finance and political risk insurance tools available to suppor more

Over 200 Public Health Experts Oppose Cuts to SNAP

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Union of Concerned Scientists issued the following news release: More than two hundred public health and medical experts from across the country sent a letter (https://s3.amazonaws.com/ucs-documents/food-environment/formatted-letter-to-conferees.pdf) to the farm bill conference committee members today, urging them to agree to a bill that protects the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps, without imposing unnecessary additiona more

Peace Corps Director Visits Ecuador

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Peace Corps issued the following news release: Peace Corps Director Jody Olsen completed a visit to Ecuador this week. She met with Ecuadorian President Lenin Moreno and with Fander Falconi, Minister of Education, to discuss further cooperation efforts with Peace Corps in Ecuador. Director Olsen also delivered remarks at a conference for Peace Corps Country Directors from the Inter-America and Pacific region and visited with Peace Corps/Ecuador staff and volunteers. T more

Perdue Recognized As Leader In Poultry Workplace Safety

SALISBURY, Maryland, Aug. 16 -- Perdue Farms issued the following news release: The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council has awarded seven of Perdue's 17 food-producing operations its Award of Distinction, the Council's highest honor for consistently implementing innovative and effective workplace safety health processes and systems. They were among 24 Perdue facilities in nine states, including 10 of the company's food-producing plants, that received workplace safety awards at the 2018 Nat more

Poliquin and Paul Ryan Attack Jared Golden After Wave of Bad News for Bruce

WESTBROOK, Maine, Aug. 16 -- The Maine Democratic Party issued the following news release: In case you missed it, Congressman Poliquin and the race for the ME-02 Congressional seat have been the subject of several stories in both Maine and national media outlets over the last two weeks, and none of the news has been good for Congressman Poliquin. After a poll showed Poliquin losing to Jared Golden when factoring in ranked choice votes, he issued his first ad of the campaign--and he's going neg more

Rai Selected as Inaugural Director of Hetterich Center for Global Engagement and Impact

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 16 -- Le Moyne College issued the following news release: Dipankar Rai, Ph.D., assistant professor of marketing in the Madden School of Business at Le Moyne, has been named director of the Hetterich Center for Global Engagement and Impact, one of three centers of excellence within the Madden School. As director, Rai will focus on three primary areas: 1. Immersion experience to provide students with the opportunity to interact with different cultures, companies, ideas more

Rep. Lance Hosts Roundtable on Combating Addiction

FLEMINGTON, New Jersey, Aug. 16 -- Rep. Leonard Lance, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release: Congressman Leonard Lance (NJ-07) hosted a roundtable discussion with the Addiction Policy Forum organization in his Flemington District Office to build momentum behind H.R. 6, the SUPPORT for Patients and Communities Act, crafted by Lance's committee in Congress and passed through the U.S. House of Representatives. "We passed H.R. 6 out of the House and we need the Senate to pass the legisl more

RFS Remains Flawed and Needs to Be Reformed to Protect Consumers, API Previews Comments on EPA's Proposed 2019 Renewable Volume Obligations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The American Petroleum Institute issued the following news release: The American Petroleum Institute reminded policymakers that the ethanol mandate under the Renewable Fuel Standard is broken and should be repealed or significantly reformed. During a conference call with reporters (https://www.api.org/news-policy-and-issues/letters-or-comments/2018/08/16/api-press-conference-2019-epa-proposed-rvos-under-the-renewable-fuel-standard), API Downstream Group Director Frank Mac more

Second-Longest Economic Expansion in American History Poised to Continue Through 2019

MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 16 -- CUNA Mutual Group issued the following news release: Credit unions can expect U.S. economic growth to remain above historical averages through the end of 2019, said CUNA Mutual Group's director and chief economist Steven Rick. While the economy's growth will likely retreat from its 3 percent pace in 2018, to 2.3 percent in 2019, the current economic expansion will become the longest in American history if it lasts through the end of 2019, he told attendees at CUNA more

Sen. Cornyn Issues Floor Remarks on Final Farm Bill

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following floor remarks: * * * Today on the floor, Sen. Cornyn urged the Farm Bill's conference committee to strengthen work requirements for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients, similar to his amendment to the Senate Farm Bill. Excerpts of Sen. Cornyn's floor remarks are below, and video can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LeI_qK6xnE&feature=youtu.be "Although I was proud to s more

Sen. McConnell Issues Remarks on Supreme Court Nominee Judge Kavanaugh

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following floor remarks regarding Judge Brett Kavanaugh, President Trump's nominee for the Supreme Court: "As the Senate reconvenes to cross more items off our to-do list, we should take pride in all we've already accomplished this summer. This month alone, we've already advanced the Senate's Farm Bill to conference committee and named conferees to finalize this important legislation. "We also p more

Sen. Shelby Issues Statement on 2019 Appropriations Bill

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Richard C. Shelby, R-Alabama, chairman of the Senate Appropriations Committee, issued the following remarks regarding the consideration of a 2019 appropriations bill (H.R. 6157): This bill packages two Fiscal Year 2019 appropriations measures - Department of Defense; and Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies - which are the eighth and ninth funding bills to be processed by the full Senate this year. Both of the measures inclu more

Senate Commerce Committee Issues Testimony From FCC Commissioner O'Rielly

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued the following testimony by Michael O'Rielly, commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission, at an oversight hearing to examine the agency: "Thank you for the honor to appear before you today. My thanks to Chairman Thune, Ranking Member Nelson, and the members of this Committee for the opportunity to engage with you on many important issues and answer any questions you may have about the decisions and more

ShareBackup Could Keep Data in the Fast Lane

HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 16 -- Rice University issued the following news release: Anyone who has ever cursed a computer network as it slowed to a crawl will appreciate the remedy offered by scientists at Rice University. Rice computer scientist Eugene Ng and his team say their solution will keep data on the fast track when failures inevitably happen. Ng introduced ShareBackup, a strategy that would allow shared backup switches in data centers to take on network traffic within a fraction of a seco more

Short-Videos Aimed at Educating Student Athletes, Parents and Coaches About Dangers of Opioids and Alcohol Distributed State-Wide as School Year Begins

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of New Mexico, John C. Anderson, issued the following news release: Public and education officials and community advocates held a press conference today to discuss a series of short videos entitled, "Opioids, Alcohol and Athletes," being distributed to middle and high schools throughout New Mexico as the 2018-2019 school year begins. The videos, designed to educate student athletes, parents and coaches, about the dangers of more

SUNY Canton Adds Fortnite and FIFA Esports Teams

CANTON, New York, Aug. 16 -- The State University of New York's Canton campus issued the following news release: SUNY Canton will add Epic Games' wildly popular Fortnite Battle Royale and EA Sports' FIFA to its growing lineup of varsity esports. The announcement follows the Eastern College Athletic Conference's (ECAC) announcement formally sponsoring intercollegiate competition in both games. The addition continues SUNY Canton's string of firsts in the emerging field of esports as it becomes o more

These Tags Turn Everyday Objects Into Smart, Connected Devices

LA JOLLA, California, Aug. 16 -- The University of California campus issued the following news release: Engineers have developed printable metal tags that could be attached to everyday objects and turn them into "smart" Internet of Things devices. The metal tags are made from patterns of copper foil printed onto thin, flexible, paper-like substrates and are made to reflect WiFi signals. The tags work essentially like "mirrors" that reflect radio signals from a WiFi router. When a user's finger more

Topics for Medical Ethics, Health Policy Seminar Announced

HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 16 -- The Baylor College of Medicine issued the following news release: Controversies in medical ethics and health policy may not be something the average Houstonian considers every day, but they raise issues that will impact all of us at some point in our lives. To help open and foster a dialogue with the broader Houston community, the Center for Medical Ethics and Health Policy at Baylor College of Medicine announces the latest installments of its interactive seminar seri more

U. S. Chamber of Commerce Endorses Katie Arrington

SUMMERVILLE, South Carolina, Aug. 16 -- The campaign of Katie Arrington, a Republican running for election in South Carolina's 1st Congressional District, issued the following campaign news: The U. S. Chamber of Commerce, the world's largest business federation that represents over three million businesses of every size, sector and region, endorsed State Representative and Republican Nominee Katie Arrington for Congress in South Carolina's First District today at a press conference. In announc more

U.S. 6th Fleet Commander Visits Naval Partners in Bulgaria, Romania

CONSTANTA, Romania, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Navy issued the following story: By Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Jonathan Nelson Public Affairs Vice Adm. Lisa Franchetti, commander, U.S. 6th Fleet and commander, Naval Striking and Support Forces NATO, met with NATO allies and partners during a visit to Varna, Bulgaria, and Constanta, Romania, Aug. 13-15, 2018. While in Bulgaria, Franchetti met with Bulgarian Rear Adm. Mitko Petev, chief of the Bulgarian navy, to recognize the importance o more

U.S. Department of Labor Cites Ohio Tool Manufacturer After Employee Suffers Amputation

WOOSTER, Ohio, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of Labor's Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has cited ArtiFlex Manufacturing for exposing workers at its Wooster location to amputation hazards after an employee suffered a partial finger amputation. The company faces $213,411 in proposed penalties. OSHA investigators determined that the tool and manufacturing servicer more

University of St. Thomas Names Tennis Coach, Starts Inaugural Varsity Tennis Program

HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 16 -- The University of St. Thomas issued the following news release: The University of St. Thomas announced it hired former professional tennis player Jack Brasington III as the head coach of the school's varsity men and women tennis teams, which will take to the court in the fall of 2019. This is the first time in its 71-year history that UST has fielded a men or women's tennis team. "We want to welcome Coach Jack Brasington to St. Thomas and the Celt athletic family," A more

USDA Assistant to the Secretary in Ohio to Discuss Opioid Epidemic

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 16 -- The Ohio Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release: Ohio Farm Bureau will host USDA Assistant to the Secretary for Rural Development Anne Hazlett and other key partners for a roundtable discussion on the impacts of the opioid epidemic on rural communities. Topics will include challenges associated with substance use disorder; strategies for prevention, treatment and recovery; and how these measures can be replicated to effectively address the epidemic i more

Wagner Releases 'An Opportunity For Every Child To Succeed' Plan

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- Pennsylvania State ex-Sen. Scott Wagner, a Republican running for Pennsylvania Governor, issued the following campaign news release: 2018 gubernatorial nominee Scott Wagner today released a detailed, substantive plan to improve K-12 education policy in Pennsylvania. Wagner's plan will increase education funding by over $1 billion annually so that all districts will have the resources they need to succeed, will encourage the retooling and reinventing of curri more

Walla Walla University: Honors Program House

COLLEGE PLACE, Washington, Aug. 16 -- Walla Walla University issued the following news release: Excellence in thought is one of Walla Walla University's four core themes, and in few places is it more apparent than in the Honors General Studies Program. "The program provides an alternate general studies curriculum which features smaller, interdisciplinary, team-taught classes," says Cynthia Westerbeck, WWU professor of English and Honors Program director. "These seminar-style classes focus on ac more

Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex Announces New Hiring Initiative

ROBINS AIR FORCE BASE, Georgia, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: By Jonathan Bell Public Affairs Brig. Gen. John Kubinec, Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex commander, held a press conference on the Robins Air Force Base flight line Aug. 15, announcing a new initiative to hire more than 1,000 new employees to work at the complex in one year. That equates to an annual economic impact of $69 million, and more than $345 million over the next five years. The initiative, more

WCC Celebrates Life of Katie Cannon

GENEVA, Switzerland, Aug. 16 -- The World Council of Churches issued the following news release: Rev. Dr Katie Geneva Cannon, the first African-American woman ordained in the Presbyterian Church (USA), died on 8 August at age 68. She was the Annie Scales Rogers professor of Christian Ethics at Union Presbyterian Seminary, and a foremost scholar of the womanist movement. Beloved by the seminary community as a scholar, teacher, and friend, Cannon announced in June that she had been diagnosed wi more

Western Announces Completion of $3 Million NHLPA Challenge

TORONTO, Ontario, Aug. 16 -- The National Hockey League Players' Association issued the following news release: Western University announced today the successful completion of the National Hockey League Players' Association (NHLPA) Challenge. The NHLPA began this process with a $500,000 gift as the foundation for a $3.125 million fund to provide support to researchers studying concussions at Western's Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. Thanks to the generous support of donors in the commu more

Why the Future Is Electrifying

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Nuclear Energy Institute issued the following news release: What if in the future all our cars were electric? What if the big rig trucks that carry 11.5 billion tons of goods across the country every year were powered by electricity instead of gas or diesel? What if chemical refineries and steel mills used clean electricity instead of burning fossil fuels and belching millions of tons of emissions into the sky? All this could mean a future of brighter skies and clean more

WPI Professor Reeta Rao Named Recipient of the 2018 SIMB Waksman Outstanding Teaching Award

WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Aug. 16 -- Worcester Polytechnic Institute issued the following news release: Reeta Rao, PhD, associate professor of biology and biotechnology at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), has been named the recipient of the 2018 SIMB Waksman Outstanding Teaching Award by the Society for Industrial Microbiology and Biotechnology. Rao, who was nominated by former WPI students, will be honored at the SIMB Annual Conference this week in Chicago. The Waksman Outstanding Teach more

Country's Top Scholar-Athletes Slated to Learn From Silicon Valley Elite at National Football Foundation Campbell Trophy(R) Summit, Sponsored by Intuit

IRVING, Texas, Aug. 15 -- The National Football Foundation and College Hall of Fame issued the following news release: The National Football Foundation (NFF) announced today that more than 100 previous nominees for The William V. Campbell Trophy(R) have accepted invitations to attend the Second Annual Campbell Trophy(R) Summit, sponsored by Intuit Inc. at Stanford University in California. Click here for a video of last year's event:http://www.footballfoundation.org/News/NewsDetail/News/country more

Gov. Reynolds Issues Statement Following Visit With Vice President Pence

DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 15 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following statement regarding her visit with Vice President Mike Pence: "As trade discussions continue, I again took the opportunity to speak with Vice President Mike Pence about the importance of free trade and open markets, which are essential to our state's economy. "Two things are equally true: no one wins in a trade war and China is a bad actor that must be held accountable. "I will continue to be an advocate on behalf of more

HACU International Plenary to Focus on Role of Presidents/CEOs in Internationalizing Campuses

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Aug. 15 -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release: The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities will present an International Plenary on, "The Role of Presidents/CEOs in Internationalizing their Campuses," Monday, Oct. 8, 2018, 9:00 - 10:15 a.m., as part of its 32nd Annual Conference taking place in Atlanta, Ga. at the Atlanta Marriott Marquis. The plenary will discuss how it has become imperative for higher educatio more

Congresswoman Speier Issues Statement on 26th Annual DefCon Voting Village

SAN MATEO, California, Aug. 14 -- Rep. Jackie Speier, D-California, issued the following statement in response to the disturbing results of the DefCon 26 Voting Village, part of an annual hacking conference held in Las Vegas from August 9-12. Speier sent a member of her staff to the conference to find out firsthand the extent of the danger Russia and other foreign and domestic adversaries pose to our electoral system: "Protecting the integrity and confidence in our democracy has to be our top p more

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GAO Denies Protest by Open Technology Group of Herndon, Virginia

WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- The Government Accountability Office has issued a decision denying a bid protest filed by Open Technology Group of Herndon, Virginia. According to the GAO, Open Technology Group "protests the issuance of a Federal Supply Schedule (FSS) order to SaiTech, Inc., of Bethesda, Maryland, also a small business, by the Department of the Treasury, Internal Revenue Service (IRS), under FSS request for quotations (RFQ) No. BEPIT-RFQ-17-0017, for commercial information technology ope more

GAO Issues Report on Criminal Alien Statistics

WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- The Government Accountability Office has issued a report on criminal alien statistics. The report (GAO-18-433) is titled "Criminal Alien Statistics: Information on Incarcerations, Arrests, Convictions, Costs, and Removals". The report was sent to Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, chairman of the Senate Judiciary Committee, Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, and Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Texas, on July 17. Here are excerpts of summaries associated with the report. What GAO Found: "From more

Reps. King, Sessions: GAO Report Sheds Light on Neglectful Obama-Era Immigration Practices

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- Rep. Steve King, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: Today, the independent, nonpartisan Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a study requested in 2015 by U.S. Congressmen Steve King (R-IA) and Pete Sessions (R-TX) entitled "Criminal Alien Statistics: Information on Incarcerations, Arrests, Convictions, Costs, and Removals." This report provides information on criminal aliens in the United States from fiscal years 2011 through 2016. Specifically, the rep more

Sen. Cantwell Announces $270,000 in Funding for Washington State Marine Debris Removal Projects

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-WA), a senior Democrat on the Senate Commerce Committee, announced Washington state received $270,000 in grants from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) for two marine debris removal projects. The Northwest Straits Marine Foundation will receive $221,200 to remove derelict crab pots from the Salish Sea, and the Makah Indian Tribe more

Sen. Carper Issues Statement at Hearing on Unaccompanied Alien Children

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs permanent subcommittee on Investigations issued the following statement by Ranking Member Thomas R. Carper, D-Delaware, at a hearing entitled "Oversight of Efforts to Protect Unaccompanied Alien Children from Human Trafficking and Abuse": "Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for holding this hearing and for leading this subcommittee in its efforts to find solutions to one of the more troubling problems created by our broken immig more

Sen. Carper Issues Statement on Unaccompanied Alien Children Protections

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- Sen. Thomas Carper, D-Delaware, ranking member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs subcommittee on Investigations issued the following statement at a hearing entitled "Oversight of Efforts to Protect Unaccompanied Alien Children from Human Trafficking and Abuse": "Thank you, Mr. Chairman, for holding this hearing and for leading this subcommittee in its efforts to find solutions to one of the more troubling problems created by our broken immigration system. more

Sen. Portman Issues Statement at Hearing on Unaccompanied Alien Children

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs permanent subcommittee on Investigations issued the following statement by Chairman Rob Portman, R-Ohio, at a hearing entitled "Oversight of Efforts to Protect Unaccompanied Alien Children from Human Trafficking and Abuse": "We're here today because this Subcommittee is continuing to conduct oversight into an issue that we've been following for more than three years now, going back to 2015. We have an interest in ensur more

Sen. Portman Issues Statement on Unaccompanied Alien Children Protections

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Rob Portman, R-Ohio, chairman of the Senate Homeland Security and Government Affairs subcommittee on Investigations, issued the following remarks at a hearing to examine the efforts by the Departments of Health and Human Services, Homeland Security and Justice to protect unaccompanied alien children from human trafficking and other forms of abuse: This hearing follows up on two previous PSI hearings on April 26, 2018 and January 28, 2016. In 2016, the S more

Sens. Carper, Portman Unveil Report on Federal Government's Lack of Progress on Improving Safety for Unaccompanied Minors, Ensuring They Show Up for Immigration Court Proceedings

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Thomas Carper, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: In advance of a Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI) hearing (https://www.hsgac.senate.gov/subcommittees/investigations/hearings/oversight-of-efforts-to-protect-unaccompanied-alien-children-from-human-trafficking-and-abuse) today to examine efforts by the federal government to protect unaccompanied alien children (UACs) from human trafficking and other forms of abuse, U.S. Senators more

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Gov. Reynolds Announces Governor's Empower Rural Iowa Initiative Task Forces

DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 17 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: Last month, the governor signed Executive Order No. 3, creating the initiative. She invited Iowans to apply for membership on the task forces: the Investing in Rural Iowa Task Force; the Growing Rural Iowa Task Force; and the Connecting Rural Iowa Task Force. Iowans had two weeks to apply, and in that time, the Governor's Office received nearly 180 applications. "As a product of rural Iowa, it's a passio more

New U.K. Help to Protect Millions at Risk From Deadly Airstrikes in North West Syria

LONDON, England, Aug. 17 -- The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office issued the following news release: The UK government will help protect and assist civilians in North West Syria amid warnings that more than 2.9 million people in Idlib and surrounding areas are at risk of deadly attacks by the Asad regime and its backers. The support announced today (Friday 17 August) by Minister for the Middle East Alistair Burt will provide emergency assistance and vital medical support for people shelt more

Otago Researchers Call for More Transparency Around Health Funding Formula

DUNEDIN, New Zealand, Aug. 17 -- The University of Otago issued the following news release: University of Otago researchers are calling for more transparency and dialogue around the formula used to distribute funding between the country's 20 district health boards, integral to the functioning of the New Zealand health system. In research published today in the New Zealand Medical Journal, investigating the formula through the lens of the print media, the three researchers Professor Robin Gauld more

Qantas Releases Video to Celebrate the Spirit of Australia

SYDNEY, Australia, Aug. 17 -- Qantas Airways issued the following news release: Qantas has joined with its partners - including sports teams, Olympians and Paralympians, and leaders in the arts - in a new video celebrating the importance of diversity to national life. The 60 second video opens with actor and Qantas Ambassador Hugh Jackman on Maroubra Beach, talking about the Australian spirit and "standing up for a fair go". It then moves on to feature a range of talented Australians represen more

'All Natural Food & Drink Market Worth $97.5 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the All Natural Food & Drink Market Report 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/all-natural-food-drink-market-report-2017-2027/): Forecast & Outlook by Additive (Flavours, Colours, Sweeteners, Preservatives, Emulsifiers, Stabilisers & Thickeners (EST), Others) & By Region Plus Profiles of Leading Companies Developing 'Clean Label' Products indicates that the gl more

'Connected Aircraft Market Worth $2.7 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the Connected Aircraft Market Report 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/connected-aircraft-market-report-2017-2027/): by Ku-Band (by Widebody, Narrowbody, Business Aircraft), by Ka-Band (by Widebody, Narrowbody, Business Aircraft), by Air-to-Ground, by Region (Asia Pacific, Europe, Latin America, Middle East / Africa, and North America), and by Key National M more

'Food Fortification Ingredients Market Worth $35.4 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the Food Fortification Ingredients Market Report 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/food-fortification-ingredients-market-report-2017-2027/) Forecasts by Ingredients (Minerals, Vitamins, Probiotics, Prebiotics, Carbohydrates, Other (Proteins & Amino Acids), By Application (Dairy, Confectionary, Prepared Foods, Cereal & Cereal Products, Dietary Supplements, In more

'Global Biosimulation Market Worth Over $1.2 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report Biosimulation World Market 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/biosimulation-world-market-2017-2027/): Revenue Prospects by Product (PK/PD, Molecular, Toxicity, PBPK, Trial Design), Services (In-House, External), Application (Drug Development, Preclinical Testing, ADME/Tox, PK/PD, Clinical Trials, Drug Discovery, End User (Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology Comp more

'Global Ophthalmic Devices Market Worth $24.19bn in 2021' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report Global Ophthalmic Devices Market 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/global-ophthalmic-devices-market-2017-2027/): Vision Care, Surgical, Diagnostics and Monitoring, Daily Disposables, Intraocular Lenses, Ophthalmic Lasers, Phacoemulsification Devices, Ophthalmic Viscoelastic Devices, Autorefractors/Keratometer, OCT Machines, Fundus Camera, Slit Lamps and Othe more

'Global Radiopharmaceutical Market Worth Over $5 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report The Global Radiopharmaceutical Market Forecast 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/the-global-radiopharmaceutical-market-forecast-2017-2027/): Revenue Prospects by Application (Oncology, Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Neuroendocrinology, Neurology, Nephrology, Others) Radioisotope (Tc-99, F-18, I-131, Lu-177, Y-90, Ga-68, Ga-67, Rb-82, I-123, I-125, I-111, Othe more

'Houston a Year After Harvey' is Topic at Rice's Baker Institute Aug. 30

HOUSTON, Texas, Aug. 16 -- Rice University issued the following news release: One year after the devastation from Hurricane Harvey, experts will gather at Rice University's Baker Institute for Public Policy Aug. 30 to examine the ongoing challenges of flooding in Houston and possible policy solutions. The event, hosted by the Baker Institute and the Bayou City Initiative, is free and open to the public but registration is required. Who: Ambassador Edward Djerejian, director of the Baker Insti more

'Industrial Internet of Things Market Worth $228.4 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the Industrial Internet of Things (IoT) Market 2017-2022 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/industrial-internet-of-things-iot-market-2017-2022/): Forecasts by Industry (Aerospace/Defense IIoT, Healthcare IIoT, Automotive & Transportation IIoT, Energy & Utilities IIoT, Agriculture IIoT, Retail IIoT, Manufacturing IIoT, Others IIoT), by Region, and by Key National Market more

'Infusion Devices Market Set to Grow to $2.9bn by 2022' Says New Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain' has launched a new pharma report Global Infusion Devices Market Forecast 2018-2028: Syringe, Insulin, Volumetric, Ambulatory, Patient Controlled Analgesia, Implantable, Enteral, Gastroenterology, Diabetes, Analgesia & Pain Management, Chemotherapy, Paediatrics & Neonatology, Hospital, Home Healthcare, Ambulatory Surgical Centres. Infusion devices can be used to treat a wide range more

'IoT in Oil and Gas Market Will Generate $16.89bn in 2017 Says New 146 Page Visiongain Report'

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new 146 page IoT in Oil and Gas Market Forecast 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/iot-in-oil-and-gas-market-forecast-2017-2027/): Cloud, Security, Embedded System, Artificial Intelligence Plus Regional Market and Top Companies Profile indicates that the IoT in Oil and Gas market will generate $16.89bn in 2017. The report contains 80 tables, charts and graphs that add more

'Land Seismic Market Will Generate $2.40bn in 2017 Says New 212 Page Visiongain Report'

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new 212 page Land Seismic Equipment & Acquisition Market Forecast 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/land-seismic-equipment-acquisition-market-forecast-2017-2027/): CAPEX on Sensors, Sources, Cable Based & Wireless Acquisition Systems & Regional Survey Spending Plus Top Companies Profile indicates that the Land Seismic market will generate $2.40bn in 2017. The report c more

'Next Generation Energy Storage Technologies (EST)) Market Will Generate $9.0bn in 2017 Says New Visiongain Report'

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new 240 page report Next Generation Energy Storage Technologies (EST) Market Forecast 2017-2027: Analysis of Technology Maturity, Performance & Commercialisation of Mechanical (Innovative PHS, AA-CAES, Isothermal CAES & LAES), Chemical (Hydrogen Storage & Fuel Cells), Electrical (SMES) & Electrochemical (Lithium-Air, Lithium-Sulphur, Magnesium-Ion & Zinc-Air Batteries indicates t more

'Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Drugs Market Worth $9.37bn in 2021' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC) Drugs Market Forecast 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/non-small-cell-lung-cancer-nsclc-drugs-market-forecast-2017-2027/): Chemotherapy, EGFR and ALK Inhibitors, VEGF/VEGFR Inhibitors, Immunotherapy, Other indicates that the non-small cell lung cancer drugs market will see $9.37bn in spending in 2021. The Non-Small Cell L more

'Pharma ADMET Testing Market Worth $11.64bn in 2020' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report Pharma ADMET Testing Market 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/pharma-admet-testing-market-2017-2027/): In Vitro, In Vivo, In Silico, Leading Developed Markets, Leading Emerging Markets, Leading Companies indicates that the pharma ADMET Testing market will see $11.64bn in spending in 2020. The pharma ADMET testing market is estimated at $7.43bn in 2016 and i more

'Pharma Wholesale and Distribution Market Worth $1,195bn in 2021' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report Pharma Wholesale and Distribution Market Forecasts 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/pharma-wholesale-and-distribution-market-forecasts-2017-2027/): Branded and Generic Drug Distribution, Leading National Markets, Leading Wholesalers, US, Europe, Japan and China indicates that the pharma wholesale and distribution market will see $1,195bn in spending in 2021 more

'Small Arms Market Worth $3.9 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the Small Arms Market Forecast 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/small-arms-market-forecast-2017-2027/): by End-User (Military, Law Enforcement, Hunting, Sports, Self-Defence), by Firing System (Gas-Operated, Recoil-Operated, Manually-Operated), by Type (Pistol, Revolver, Rifle, Machine Gun, Shotgun), and by Region and Key National Markets, Including the US, more

'Smart Gas Metering Market Will Generate $4.55bn in 2017 Says New 145 Page Visiongain Report'

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new 145 page Smart Gas Metering Market Forecast 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/smart-gas-metering-market-forecast-2017-2027/): By Technology (AMI (Advanced Metering Infrastructure), AMR (Automatic Meter Reading)) Plus Leading Players and Regional Market indicates that the Smart Gas Metering market will generate $4.55bn in 2017. The report contains 160 tables, chart more

'Subsea Production & Processing Systems Market Will Generate $16.45bn in 2017 Says New 356 Page Visiongain Report'

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new 356 page Subsea Production & Processing Systems Market 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/subsea-production-processing-systems-market-2017-2027/): CAPEX Forecasts for Umbilicals, Risers, Flowlines, Controls, Trees, Manifolds and Tie-ins Plus Top Companies indicates that the Subsea Production & Processing Systems market will generate $16.45bn in 2017. The report con more

'Top 20 Companies Dominate the $29.9 Bn Connected Car Market in 2017' Says New Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the Top 20 Connected Car Companies 2017 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/top-20-connected-car-companies-2017/): Leading Suppliers of Automotive in Vehicle (IN-V) Technologies (Embedded, Integrated, Tethered) By Application (Telematics, Navigation, Infotainment) Featuring Analysis of Telematics Control Units (TCU), LTE, bCall, eCall, GLONASS, Stolen Vehicle Tracking ( more

'Top 20 Companies in the Automotive Composites Market Revealed in New Visiongain Report'

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's unique new report the Top 20 Automotive Composite Companies 2018: Market Share percent of Leading Automotive OEMs & Composites Specialists Developing Carbon Fibre Reinforced Plastics (CFRP), Glass Fibre Reinforced Plastics (GFRP), Aramid Fibre Reinforced Plastics (AFRP), PMC, CMC & MMC for Durability, Performance & Vehicle Weight Reduction to Improve Fuel Efficiency & Meet Emissi more

'What Ever Happened to the Free Press?'

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 16 -- The Nieman Foundation issued the following news: In Florida, Miami Herald reporters Carol Marbin Miller and Audra D.S. Burch documented widespread brutality and abuse within the state's juvenile justice system. As a direct result of their work, the Florida Department of Juvenile Justice revamped its hiring practices and appointed an agency ombudsman to investigate complaints and advocate on behalf of detained youths. In Iowa, Andie Dominick of The Des Moine more

4A's The Face of Talent Celebrates 45-Year Legacy of Fostering Diverse Talent for the Ad Industry, Recognizes Today's Bright Stars and Champions

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- The American Association of Advertising Agencies issued the following news release: Last week, the 4A's hosted its eighth annual The Face of Talent, recognizing and celebrating a diverse group of aspiring advertising hopefuls from across the 4A's diversity and inclusion initiatives, along with educators and agency leaders who advocate and champion diversity across the marketing communications industry. It marked the first time the weeklong series of events took place under more

Action Begins at 81st National Truck Driving Championships

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Aug. 16 -- The American Trucking Associations issued the following news release: [Category: Transportation] Today, American Trucking Associations and ATA's Safety Management Council kicked off the driving portion of competition at the 81st annual National Truck Driving Championships and Step Van Driving Championships, held at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Some of the trucking industry's best drivers - 424 men and women from all across the country - are putting their more

AG Hawley Files Lawsuit Against the St. Louis Housing Authority

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Aug. 16 -- Missouri Attorney General Josh D. Hawley issued the following news: Missouri Attorney General Josh Hawley today filed a lawsuit against the St. Louis Housing Authority and McCormack Baron Management, Inc., challenging the conditions of the Clinton-Peabody Housing Complex in St. Louis. Earlier this year, the Attorney General's Office announced an investigation into living conditions at the complex. The Office served an investigative subpoena on the Housing Au more

APA Conference Creates Conduit Between Water and Planning Professionals

Army Families: Are You Doing Your Part on Social Media to Keep Soldiers Safe?

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command issued the following news: By Abigail Kelly Public Affairs Social media plays a significant role in everyday life, especially for military families. It helps them learn information about their next duty station and stay connected to the family and friends they leave. At the same time, the tool is also used by terrorists to seek out individuals and information. Therefore, it is essential to follow Army regulations on more

Army, Air Force Exchange Service Named Military Friendly Employer(R) for 2019

DALLAS, Texas, Aug. 16 -- The Army and Air Force Exchange Service issued the following news release: The Army & Air Force Exchange Service has been named a Military Friendly Employer for 2019 by Viqtory Media, publisher of G.I. Jobs magazine. The Exchange ranked second--up from third in 2018--in the Retail Consumer Good and Government/Non-Profit category. The annual Better for Veterans list recognizes companies based on hiring, retention, promotion, and advancement of Veterans and service memb more

Automotive LED Market Worth $2.2 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the Automotive LED Lighting Market Outlook Report 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/automotive-led-lighting-market-outlook-report-2017-2027/) Forecasts By Application (Interior LED Lighting (Backlighting, Illumination & Others), Exterior LED Lighting (Headlamp, DRL, Sidelights & Turning Lights, Tail Lights & Brake Lights, & CHMSL)). By Sales Channel (Origina more

BASF Closes Acquisition of Vegetable Seeds Business From Bayer

FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Aug. 16 -- BASF, a producer of chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas, issued the following news release: Today, BASF closed the acquisition of Bayer's global vegetable seeds business, mainly operating under the brand Nunhems(R). The transaction adds a well-recognized brand with a very successful business track record to BASF's portfolio. The acquired vegetable seeds business comprises 24 crops and about 2,600 varieties. I more

Breaking News From Sen. Feinstein, Senator Leahy, and Senator Durbin: Documents Indicate That Kavanaugh Misled Senate; Make Them Public

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Patrick J. Leahy, D-Vermont, issued the following news release: Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) Thursday asked Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) to join a request for Judge Kavanaugh's Staff Secretary records and to publicly release the documents now. Feinstein is the Judiciary Committee's Ranking Member, and Leahy and Durbin are also senior members of the committee. The senators more

Cal/OSHA Issues Citations to Outdoor Advertising Company for Billboard Electric Shock Accident

LOS ANGELES, California, Aug. 16 -- The California Department of Industrial Relations issued the following news release: Cal/OSHA has issued citations to an outdoor advertising company for serious safety violations after a worker suffered third-degree burns when a metal pole he was using to install a sign on a billboard came into contact with an overhead power line. On February 6, two sign hangers for Outfront Media were working 25 feet above ground on the billboard's platform to install a vin more

Campus Wins Two Tech Awards

Carolyn Lumsden of the Hartford Courant Receives $75,000 Pulliam Fellowship in Editorial Writing

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 16 -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following news: Carolyn Lumsden, opinion editor at the Hartford Courant, has been chosen for the 2018 Pulliam Editorial Fellowship. Lumsden plans to spend the next year studying the dangerous effects of pyrrhotite, a little-known mineral that has badly weakened home foundations in Connecticut. As she reported last year in the four-part editorial series "Crumbling Foundations (http://www.courant.com/opinion/edi more

Celebrate Importance of Literature at Native Literature Day

SULPHUR, Oklahoma, Aug. 16 -- The Chickasaw Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Chickasaw Nation will host Native Literature Day 1 to 4 p.m., Friday, Aug. 17, in the Anoli' Theater at the Chickasaw Cultural Center, 867 Cooper Memorial Road. Native Literature Day will honor Native American authors and focus on the cultural influence of their works. The event will highlight the importance of Native American literature and oral traditions. more

Celebrities, Social Media Stars Investigated for Not Labelling Posts

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- The British Department for Business, Innovation and Skills' Competition and Markets Authority issued the following news release: The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has launched an investigation into concerns that social media stars are not properly declaring when they have been paid, or otherwise rewarded, to endorse goods or services. Typically, celebrities and influencers have millions of followers who watch their channels to see where they go on holiday, more

Chairman Thune Issues Statement at Hearing on Oversight of FCC

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued the following statement by Chairman John Thune, R-South Dakota, at an oversight hearing to examine the Federal Communications Commission: "Welcome to today's hearing on oversight of the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). "At prior oversight hearings, I have stressed the importance of reauthorizing the FCC - something that hadn't been done in nearly 30 years. "Reversing more than a quarter century of more

CMG Promotes Condace Pressley to Director of Community Affairs in Atlanta

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 16 -- Cox Media Group issued the following news release: Cox Media Group (CMG) today announced the promotion of Condace Pressley to director of community affairs. In her new role, Pressley will oversee community efforts across all media platforms, including WSB-TV, Atlanta Journal Constitution and CMG's four Atlanta radio stations. One of those efforts is the WSB-TV Family 2 Family project, the largest and most comprehensive public service campaign in Georgia. For more t more

Committee on the Elimination of Racial Discrimination Considers Cuba's Report

Connected Car Market Worth $29.9 Billion in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new report the Connected Car Market Report 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/connected-car-market-report-2017-2027/): Forecasts For In-Vehicle (IN-V) Telematics By Type of Connectivity (Embedded, Integrated, Tethered) By Service Provider (OEM, Aftermarket, Connectivity) Plus Analysis of Top OEMs & Other Automotive Companies & Suppliers Providing Solutions for Communica more

Dr. Deniece Dortch to Speak at Hendrix College September 13

CONWAY, Arkansas, Aug. 16 -- Hendrix College issued the following news release: Hendrix College will welcome diversity scholar Deniece Dortch, Ph.D., to present "What Happens When I Don't Show up?: Exercising Agency and Finding Your Voice" as the 2018 Senate Jennings Lecturer on Thursday, September 13, at 7:30 p.m. in Staples Auditorium. Dr. Dortch, an internationally recognized speaker and published author, studies the socialization of undergraduate and graduate students of color, using criti more

Education Department Releases 2018 TNReady School-Level Results

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 16 -- The Tennessee Department of Education issued the following news release: Education Commissioner Candice McQueen today released the school-level 2018 TNReady results as well as 2018 school and district student growth data. The TNReady scores show that nearly 700 schools - more than 40 percent of schools in Tennessee - saw improvement across the majority of their grades and subjects in 2018, and 210 of those schools saw improvement across all grades and subjects. more

Egypt: Campaign to Crush Artistic Freedom

BEIRUT, Lebanon, Aug. 16 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: The Egyptian authorities have arrested over a dozen people in a crackdown against artists, apparently prosecuting them for exercising their freedom of speech, Human Rights Watch said today. The government also has issued new decrees to severely curtail freedom of expression. Security agencies and recently created government entities have added layers of censorship to silence criticism of the government on televisi more

FCC Commissioner Rosenworcel Testifies Before Senate Commerce Committee

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following testimony by Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel before the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee: "Good morning, Chairman Thune, Ranking Member Nelson, and Members of the Committee. Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today. "I believe the future belongs to the connected. No matter who you are or where you live in this country you need access to modern communications to have a fair sh more

FDA Issues Statement on Youth Smoking Prevention Campaign

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Food and Drug Administration issued the following statement by Commissioner Scott Gottlieb on the significant public health value and cost savings resulting from the agency's youth smoking prevention campaign: "One of the most important ways the U.S. Food and Drug Administration can reduce the disease and death caused by tobacco use is by preventing current and future generations of kids from starting down a path of a life more

Federal Agencies Name Liberty a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Education

LYNCHBURG, Virginia, Aug. 16 -- Liberty University issued the following news release: Liberty University's Center for Cyber Excellence has been formally recognized by the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CDE). "This is a very distinguished honor for Liberty and allows us to join a select community of schools that have programs that demonstrate the nation's highest levels of e more

Federal Reserve Board Announces Termination of Enforcement Actions With Flagstar Bancorp, Inc., and Santander Holdings USA, Inc.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following news release: The Federal Reserve Board on Thursday announced the termination of the enforcement actions listed below: Flagstar Bancorp, Inc., Troy, Michigan Supervisory Agreement, issued by the Office of Thrift Supervision dated January 27, 2010 (PDF) https://www.occ.gov/static/ots/enforcement/97300.pdf Terminated August 14, 2018 Santander Holdings USA, Inc., Boston, Massachusetts Written Agreement dated July 2, 2015 (PDF) ht more

Federal Reserve to Offer Seven-day Term Deposits on August 23

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following news release: The Federal Reserve plans to continue its previously announced periodic testing of the Term Deposit Facility (TDF) with one operation in August. These operations are aimed at ensuring the operational readiness of the TDF and providing eligible institutions with an opportunity to maintain familiarity with term deposit procedures. The TDF test operations are a matter of prudent planning and have no implications for the more

FERC Issues Letter Involving Pacific Gas and Electric

Florida Realtors Honors Award Winners at Convention

ORLANDO, Florida, Aug. 16 -- Florida Realtors issued the following news release: Florida Realtors(R) recognized Michael A. "Mike" Dooley, 2006 Florida Realtors president, as its 2018 Realtor of the Year. The award - one of several - was presented Thursday during the state association's annual Convention & Trade Expo at Rosen Shingle Creek in Orlando, Fla. "The first thing that comes into my mind is - what were you guys thinking?!" Dooley told the appreciative audience of applauding Realtors. " more

Football Writers Association of America National Football Foundation Partner for Fifth Year on Super 16 Poll

Forest Service Releases Fire Management Strategy While Zinke Deals in Doublespeak, Climate Denial, Exploitation, Inflammatory Language

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Sierra Club issued the following news release: The Forest Service today released a new forest management strategy for wildfire. The strategy has a strong emphasis on science and climate change, and calls for prescribed fire and other proven safety measures. In contrast, Secretary of the Interior Ryan Zinke is continuing his media tour on current wildfires, but focusing on inflammatory language, denying climate change's role depending on the outlet he's speaking to, a more

Global Whey Protein Ingredients Market Worth $9.68 Bn in 2017' Says Visiongain Report

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Visiongain, a independent media company, issued the following news release: Visiongain's new food industry report the Whey Protein Ingredients Market Report 2017-2027 (https://www.visiongain.com/report/whey-protein-ingredients-market-report-2017-2027/): Forecasts, Segmentation And Analysis By Type (Whey Protein Concentrate (WPC), Whey Protein Isolate (WPI), Hydrolyzed Whey Protein (HWP), Demineralized Whey Protein (DWP)), By Application (Bakery & Confectionery, Dairy more

Gov. Gary Johnson to Brief New Mexico Press on Senate Bid

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Libertarian Party issued the following news release: Former two-term New Mexico Gov. Gary Johnson, who ran for president twice as the Libertarian Party's nominee, has ended the suspense over whether he would run for Senate from New Mexico. On Aug. 14, Johnson tweeted a video produced by the Elect Liberty PAC, "You Know Gary Johnson." In short, he's running. In recent days, Johnson has received numerous invitations to appear on national media to discuss his Senate bi more

Guardsmen Bring Combat Skills to Fighting Western Fires

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Press Service issued the following news: By Jim Garamone DoD News, Defense Media Activity Fighting wildfires is "like being in a combat zone, just we're not getting shot at," said Army Sgt. Julian Ross, one of the California National Guardsmen called up to battle the wildfires in his state. Ross and Air Force Staff Sgt. James Brown spoke to Pentagon reporters yesterday via video link about their experiences. Ross is with more

Historically Black Schools Pay More to Issue Bonds, Researchers Find

NOTRE DAME, Indiana, Aug. 16 -- Notre Dame issued the following news release: A new study from the University of Notre Dame found that historically black colleges and universities (HBCUs) pay higher fees to issue tax-exempt bonds than non-HBCUs. And the evidence points to racial discrimination as the cause. This was the finding of Paul Gao, Viola D. Hank Associate Professor of Finance at Notre Dame's Mendoza College of Business, and co-authors Casey Dougal of Drexel University, William J. Maye more

HKU Paleontologists Discover Evolutions of Tropical Deep-water Ecosystem and Environment Affected by High-Latitude Climate

POKFULAM, Hong Kong, Aug. 16 -- The University of Hong Kong issued the following news release: Dr Hokuto Iwatani and Dr Moriaki Yasuhara from School of Biological Sciences and Swire Institute of Marine Science, The University of Hong Kong), in collaboration with scientists in Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey, and Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory of Columbia University, reported their discovery on past deep-water dynamics in the western tropical Pacific recently in renowned journal Ge more

Holland & Knight's Jenna Bigornia and Anthony Palermo Named 2018 Rising Stars by Law360

MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 16 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: Holland & Knight Partner Jenna Bigornia and Associate Anthony Palermo were chosen as 2018 "Rising Stars" by Law360. The honor recognizes the top five lawyers under the age of 40 in the country in each of 36 practice areas. Ms. Bigornia was recognized in the Health category and Mr. Palermo was recognized for Consumer Protection. Law360 reviewed more than 1,200 submissions for the 2018 "Rising Star" dis more

INFINITI Signals Electrified Future With Prototype 10

HONG KONG, China, Aug. 16 -- Nissan Motors, a manufacturer of automobiles, issued the following news release: At the 2018 Pebble Beach Concours d'Elegance, INFINITI will unveil its striking Prototype 10 concept car, a daring electrified speedster that provides a window into the brand's desire to deliver driving pleasure and thrilling performance from electrified powertrains. In creating the single-seat Prototype 10, INFINITI has re-imagined the classic speedster with a cool, clean, forward-loo more

Inmarsat and Auxilium Establish Partnership to Deliver Satellite IIoT Solutions to Mining Industry

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Inmarsat issued the following news release: Inmarsat (LSE:ISAT.L), the global mobile satellite communications provider and Auxilium, a leading Australian mining technology solutions company, have established a formal partnership to deliver the most effective Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and communications solutions for Australian mining companies. The partnership will see Auxilium deploying satellite connectivity from Inmarsat in its IIoT solutions. This wil more

Jamaican Officials Engaged on CARICOM Results-Based Management System

JCPenney Reports Second Quarter 2018 Financial Results

Karen Mullins '03 Leading Chamber of Commerce in Marion, Illinois

GREENCASTLE, Indiana, Aug. 16 -- DePauw University issued the following news: Karen Mullins, a 2003 graduate of DePauw University, is the new executive director of the Marion, Illinois Chamber of Commerce. She spent the past three years in the same role leading the Benton/West City Area Chamber in Benton, Illinois. A story in the Marion Republican reports, "Mullins noted that the chamber will host a legislative summit in late August and will partner with other regional chambers for the 'Shop S more

Lights, Camera, Action: Leicester PhD Researcher Scores Sought-after Opportunity to Work Within 'beating Heart' of the Television Industry

Local Alums Share Advice for Aspiring Journalists

PORTLAND, Oregon, Aug. 16 -- Lewis and Clark College issued the following news: For Caleb Diehl BA '16, it was Lewis & Clark's beautiful campus and reputation for rigorous academics via small classes that drew him west from his hometown of Park City, Utah. Diehl, who developed his journalistic capacities as a student reporter with the Pioneer Log, recently joined a trade mission to Thailand as a reporter for Oregon Business. "The Pioneer Log is like a flight simulator for journalism," Diehl ex more

Malaysia: Repeal of Anti-Fake News Act Must Be Followed by Broader Legislative Reform Efforts

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Article 19 issued the following news release: ARTICLE 19 commends the Malaysian government for following through on its commitment to repeal the Anti-Fake News Act, a recently-enacted and highly controversial law that constituted a serious threat to freedom of expression. However, further action is needed to protect the rights of Malaysians. Malaysia's new leaders must initiate a far-reaching and comprehensive program of legislative reform targeting legal provisions more

Maldives: Opposition, Media Under Attack

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: The Maldives government's intimidation of the political opposition and media threatens prospects for free and fair elections in September 2018, Human Rights Watch said in a report released today. The government of this Indian Ocean archipelago has also interfered with the judiciary and the national electoral commission in order to tighten its grip on power. "The Maldives government has cracked down on any and all dissen more

Managing Risk: Reputation Events Twice as Costly for Companies Since Rise of Social Media

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- Aon, a provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, human resources solutions and outsourcing services, issued the following news release: Reputation events, such as cyber attacks, have a direct impact on share price, according to the findings of a new report released today by Pentland Analytics with Aon plc, a leading global professional services firm providing a broad range of risk, retirement and health solutions. The 2018 Reputation Risk in more

Media Arts - Broadcasting Students Earn 'Gold' Awards

Megan Schoch '14 Attributes Success to Her Education at LVC

Middlesex County Man Charged With Illegally Importing Scorpions and Other Wildlife

NEWARK, New Jersey, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Attorney for the District of New Jersey, Craig Carpenito, issued the following news release: A Metuchen, New Jersey, man was arrested today for allegedly smuggling shipments of live protected scorpions, giant millipedes and other species that were mislabeled to avoid detection, including one package of millipedes that was labeled as children's toys, U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito announced. Wlodzimie Lapkiewicz, 29, is charged by complaint with one count more

Moving, Serving, Learning: New Students Join DU Community via Service and Hands-on Experience

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, Aug. 16 -- Drury University issued the following news release: The newest members of the Drury family arrive on campus this weekend as freshmen move into residence halls and start learning what it means to be a Panther. Robust numbers for the incoming class are expected to push Drury's undergraduate enrollment higher for the third year in a row. Faculty, staff and upperclassmen will help the new students move into the residence halls on Friday morning. A full weekend of more

National Portrait Gallery Celebrates 2018 Hispanic Heritage Month

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release: The Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15 with free public programs and events that highlight Hispanic artists and subjects featured in the museum's collection. In addition to fostering dialogue around the remarkable contributions of individuals, this bilingual celebration will offer insight into the ways in which Latino cultures, tradition more

National Portrait Gallery to Present Portrait of Aretha Franklin, Acclaimed Singer and Recipient of the 2015 Portrait of a Nation Prize

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release: The Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery recognizes the life of acclaimed singer and musician Aretha Franklin. Her portrait will be installed tomorrow morning in the museum's In Memoriam space on the first floor, and it will remain on display through Aug. 22. Media are invited to view and photograph the portrait during a special open house beginning at 11:30 a.m. Born in Memphis, Tennessee, in 1942, Aretha more

Newest National Anthem Assault: It's Like a Slave Owner's Song

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The National Center for Public Policy Research issued the following information: By David Almasi Previously, those wanting to create an excuse for kneeling football players and demeaning the United States at every possible turn tried to say that the National Anthem was an inherently racist song because it contained derogatory references to slaves. But a literal interpretation of a more than two-centuries-old lyric in a stanza not popularly known proved to be weak sauce. more

Newest National Anthem Assault: It's Like a Slave Owner's Song

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- Project 21, from the National Leadership Network of Black Conservatives, issued the following news release: Previously, those wanting to create an excuse for kneeling football players and demeaning the United States at every possible turn tried to say that the National Anthem was an inherently racist song because it contained derogatory references to slaves. But a literal interpretation of a more than two-centuries-old lyric in a stanza not popularly known proved to be we more

NHPCO Launches Hospice Compliance Certificate

Nigerian Journalist Jailed for Refusing to Reveal Source

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- The Committee to Protect Journalists issued the following news: Nigerian police should immediately release journalist Samuel Ogundipe, drop all charges against him, and cease efforts to pressure him to reveal any journalistic sources, the Committee to Protect Journalists said today. Ogundipe, a reporter with the privately owned Premium Times online newspaper, was arraigned yesterday in a magistrate's court in the Kubwa suburb of Abuja, Nigeria's capital, after police detai more

Northland Pioneer College: Career Readiness Workshops

HOLBROOK, Arizona, Aug. 16 -- Northland Pioneer College issued the following news release: Finding a job in the 21st Century requires a different set of tools. Get help preparing your toolbox with FREE Career Readiness Workshops, led by Northland Pioneer College Career Services Manager John Spadaccini, at the St. Johns Public Library and the NPC campuses in Holbrook and Snowflake/Taylor. Open to the general public, current NPC students and alumni, the five-week series covers career assessment; more

OSCE Parliamentary Assembly's Newly Appointed Special Representative on South East Europe Concludes Visit to Albania and Montenegro

PODGORICA, Montenegro, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Mission to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe issued the following news release: Wrapping up his first visit to the region as the OSCE PA's Special Representative on South East Europe today, Mark Pritchard (United Kingdom) underlined the Assembly's continued commitment to engagement on democracy, the integrity of electoral processes, rule of law, stability and security, human rights, and media freedom. In Albania, he urged speedy c more

Patricia C. Franks Updates Her Go-to Reference Text for RIM Students and Professionals

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 16 -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: The new second edition of "Records and Information Management," published by ALA Neal-Schuman, cements this work's status as an up-to-date classic, its content updated and expanded to address emerging technologies, most notably blockchain, and evolving standards and practices. Inside, Patricia C. Franks presents complete coverage of the records and information lifecycle model, encompassing paper, e more

PBA Launches Digital Ad Campaign to Highlight Mayor De Blasio's Unprogressive Hypocrisy on City Worker Pay

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- The Patrolmen's Benevolent Association issued the following news release: The Patrolmen's Benevolent Association of the City of New York (NYC PBA) today announced the launch of a digital ad campaign on social media to highlight Mayor de Blasio's hypocrisy when it comes to paying his own workforce, including police officers. The digital strategy is the most recent effort in the multi-faceted PBA campaign to hold de Blasio accountable for his inaction on offering New York Cit more

PMMI Media Group Promotes Wendy Sawtell to Vice President, Sales

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 16 -- PMMI, the Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, issued the following news release: [Category: Manufacturing] Wendy Sawtell, Regional Manager for Packaging World has been promoted to Vice President, Sales for PMMI Media Group, effective July 1. Packaging World is the flagship publication of Chicago-based PMMI Media Group, and the leading media brand for professionals who use packaging equipment, materials, technology and services. A Drake Univer more

Poliquin and Paul Ryan Attack Jared Golden After Wave of Bad News for Bruce

Political Leaders Must Stop Misusing Leprosy As a Metaphor for Harmful Stereotypes, Says UN Expert

GENEVA, Switzerland, Aug. 16 -- The United Nations Human Rights Committee issued the following news release: Politicians must stop misusing the word leprosy to convey harmful stereotypes because its widespread use as a metaphor for all that is loathsome contributes to violations of the human rights of persons affected by leprosy, says a UN expert. "Within the past two months we have witnessed several such incidents, and just recently there have been two discriminatory remarks by high-level pol more

President Trump Issues Remarks in Cabinet Meeting

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- President Trump issued the following remarks in a cabinet meeting: THE PRESIDENT: Hello, everybody. Thank you very much for being here. I think we'll start with Secretary Pompeo saying a prayer. Mike. SECRETARY POMPEO: Thank you, Mr. President. So I'm going to read a prayer that is from a -- long ago in my history. It's called the "Cadet Prayer." You see this little beat-up little book? Every cadet gets one. And if you'll bow your heads, I'll do the prayer. "O God, ou more

Radisson Hotel Group Appoints Whiteside As Vice President of Marketing for Americas

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 16 -- The Radisson Hotel Group issued the following news release: Radisson Hotel Group today announced the appointment of Catherine Higgins Whiteside as Vice President of Marketing in the Americas. In this role, Higgins Whiteside will be responsible for the creation and execution of strategic marketing programs that build consumer awareness, deliver exceptional experiences and ultimately drive loyalty of Radisson Hotel Group brands throughout the U.S., Canada, Mexic more

Ranking Member Grijalva: Yesterday's IG Finding Overlooks Attempted Behind-the-Scenes Politicization of NPS Climate Report

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- Rep. Raul M. Grijalva, D-Arizona, ranking Democratic member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release: In response to a request from Ranking Member Raul M. Grijalva (D-Ariz.) and Reps. Donald McEachin (D-Va.), Niki Tsongas (D-Mass.), Don Beyer (D-Va.) and Alan Lowenthal (D-Calif.), the Department of the Interior (DOI) Office of the Inspector General (OIG) yesterday afternoon released its conclusions on how a recent National Park Service ( more

Recording Academy Announces New Advocacy Committee

SANTA MONICA, California, Aug. 16 -- The Recording Academy (formerly the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences) issued the following news release: Today, the Recording Academy(TM) announced that two-time GRAMMY(R)-nominated saxophonist and vocalist Mindi Abair and four-time GRAMMY-nominated producer and songwriter Harvey Mason Jr. will lead the Academy's National Advocacy Committee as co-chairs. Joined by Committee members Sue Ennis, Lalah Hathaway, Booker T. Jones, and Nile Rodgers, more

Rep. Katko Announces Open Community Forum in Wayne County

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 16 -- Rep. John Katko, R-New York, issued the following news release: U.S. Rep. John Katko (NY-24) today announced that he will host a public forum this month focused on assisting veterans in Wayne County. The event will be held Wednesday, August 22 at 6:30 p.m. in the community room at the Wayne County Public Safety Building. Like past community forums, Rep. Katko will be joined for the event by a panel of local experts to help answer questions and foster an informati more

Rep. Rosen Delivers 'Meals on Wheels' to Boulder City Seniors, Vows to Protect Program From Budget Cuts

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- Rep. Jacky Rosen, D-Nevada, issued the following news release: Congresswoman Jacky Rosen (NV-03), a member of the Assisting Caregivers Today Caucus, joined Meals on Wheels at the Senior Center of Boulder City to deliver food to senior citizens and to highlight the work she is doing in Washington to protect Nevada's senior community. Meals on Wheels provides thousands of seniors in the Las Vegas area with seven meals a week. "The Meals on Wheels program is an invaluable r more

Rep. Scott Issues Statement on 1,200 Jobs at Warner Robins Air Complex

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- Rep. Austin Scott, R-Georgia, member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement on the announcement that the Warner Robins Air Logistics Complex is launching an initiative to hire 1,200 jobs in the next 12 months: The initiative, named "1200 in 12," will focus on hiring civilians to fill a variety of roles, including aircraft, sheet metal and electronics mechanics, painters, aircraft electricians, information technology specialists, engineers, a more

Rose Outraises 6th District Opponents Ten to One

COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 16 -- The campaign of John Rose, a Republican running for election in Tennessee's 6th Congressional District, issued the following campaign news release: Congressional candidate John Rose outraised his next two closest opponents ten to one in the first quarter of 2018. Rose surpassed $1.5 million in campaign funds, a sizeable advantage over other candidates, with an additional $137,000 raised in Q1. A successful fundraising haul paired with strong grassroots support, more

San Jose Organizations Advance Community Engagement, Increase City Vibrancy with $1 Million Boost from Knight Foundation

SAN JOSE, Calif, Aug. 16 -- The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation issued the following news release: The John S. and James L. Knight Foundation today announced more than $1 million in new funding for 16 projects aimed at making San Jose one of the nation's most engaged cities, driven by a focus on public life-- drawing people out of their cars and homes and into the community. Led by a range of community development organizations and City Hall, many of the projects focus on leveraging pu more

Schone Sterne(R) 2018: Brand Gathering Against Impressive Industrial Backdrop

STUTTGART, Germany, Aug. 16 -- Daimler issued the following news release: Take a dip in a sea of stars at the site of the iconic ironworks: In 2018, the SCHONE STERNE(R) festival at the tradition-steeped ironworks in Hattingen promises another magnificent variety of vehicles with the Mercedes star. This year's SCHONE STERNE(R) will be bigger than ever before. That is because this is the tenth anniversary of the online magazine " Mercedes-Fans", published by E-Mags Media GmbH in Essen. The Stutt more

SEC Issues Administrative Proceeding Involving Citigroup

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following administrative proceeding (No. 3-18646) involving Citigroup: ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO SECTION 21C OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, MAKING FINDINGS, AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER I. The Securities and Exchange Commission ("Commission") deems it appropriate that cease-and-desist proceedings be, and hereby are, instituted pursuant to Section 21C of the Securities Exc more

Secretary of State Ken Detzner Launches Resources to Help Floridians Get Ready. Get Set. Vote!

TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 16 -- Florida Secretary of State Ken Detzner issued the following news release: Secretary of State Ken Detzner today announced the launch of YourVoteFlorida.com and the 2018 Voter Education Toolkits to help Floridians Get Ready. Get Set. Vote! in the 2018 elections. YourVoteFlorida.com contains key election-related information including important dates to remember, information on registering to vote, ways to vote and other helpful resources. The 2018 Voter Education T more

Secretary-General Appoints Samir Aldarabi Director of United Nations Information Centre in Manama

NEW YORK, Aug. 16 -- The United Nations issued the following news release: United Nations Secretary General Antonio Guterres has appointed Samir Aldarabi as Director of the United Nations Information Centre in Manama, covering Bahrain, Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. Mr. Aldarabi assumed his duties on 1 August 2018. Prior to this appointment, Mr. Aldarabi was the Acting Director of the United Nations Information Centre in Manama, leading the strategic communications and building understand more

Secure Digital Transformation Earns Unisys a CIO 100 Award

BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- Unisys issued the following news release: Unisys Corporation (NYSE: UIS) today announced that the company's ongoing secure digital transformation has earned it recognition as a winner of a CIO 100 award from influential media outlet CIO. "Now in its 31st year," CIO says, "the CIO 100 celebrates 100 organizations and their IT teams for driving digital business growth through tech innovation." Unisys Chief Information Officer Upinder Phanda accepted the award more

Sen. Hassan Joins in Introducing Legislation to Help Granite Staters and Americans Hurt by Medical Debt

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Maggie Hassan, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: As part of her efforts to help hard-working Granite Staters get ahead and stay ahead, Senator Maggie Hassan today joined her colleagues in introducing the Medical Debt Relief Act. The legislation would prevent medical debt from continuing to damage consumers' credit scores after it has been paid off or settled, ensuring that otherwise-creditworthy consumers are able to find affordable cr more

Sen. McCaskill Continues Bipartisan Work to Keep Unaccompanied Children Safe

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Claire McCaskill, D-Missouri, issued the following news release: Continuing her longstanding bipartisan work to ensure unaccompanied immigrant children are properly accounted for and kept safe as they go through the immigration process, U.S. Senator Claire McCaskill sharply questioned Administration officials today after a bipartisan Senate investigation found a lack of progress. A bipartisan report (https://www.portman.senate.gov/public/index.cfm?a=fi more

Sen. Menendez Introduces Bill to Help New Jerseyans Hurt by Medical Debt

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, along with Senators Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.) introduced the Medical Debt Relief Act. This legislation would prevent medical debt from continuing to damage consumers' credit scores after it has been paid off or settled, ensuring that more

Sen. Menendez to Tech CEOs: You Have the Power to Keep Untraceable 3D Printable Gun Designs Off Your Online Platforms. Use It.

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Bob Menendez, Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, and an outspoken opponent of the Trump Administration's action allowing a Texas company to publish the downloadable designs for 3D printable firearms, today called on the CEO's of Facebook, Microsoft, Yahoo, Google, Craigslist, Reddit and Twitter to proactively block any distribution of 3D gun blueprints more

Senate Commerce Committee Issues Testimony From FCC Commissioner Rosenworcel

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued the following testimony by Jessica Rosenworcel, commissioner of the Federal Communications Commission, at an oversight hearing to examine the agency: "Good afternoon, Chairman Thune, Ranking Member Nelson, and Members of the Committee. Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today. "I believe the future belongs to the connected. No matter who you are or where you live in this country you need acc more

Senate Commerce Committee Sets Oversight Hearing on Federal Communications Commission

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee issued the following oversight hearing information: Federal Communications Commission at 253 Russell Senate Office Building at 10 a.m. on Aug. 16: U.S. Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.), chairman of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation, will convene the hearing. As part of the committee's oversight responsibilities, this hearing will examine policy issues before the Commission and review the FCC's o more

Senate Defends Free Press, Condemns Attacks On Journalists As The Enemy Of The People

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: The U.S. Senate unanimously passed a resolution, introduced by U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i), Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), affirming Congress' support of the First Amendment and condemning attacks on the free press, which undermine the credibility of journalists and the press as a national institution. The move comes as m more

Senate Foreign Relations Committee Issues Testimony From Ambassador to Slovenia Nominee

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee issued the following testimony by Lynda Blanchard, nominee to be U.S. ambassador to Slovenia: "Thank you Chairman Johnson, Ranking Member Murphy, and distinguished Members of the Committee. "I would also like to thank the Alabama delegation, and particularly Senator Shelby and Senator Jones, for their generous introductions as well as their unfailing support and dedication to our great state. "I am blessed to be here today as the P more

Senators Introduce Bill to Help Americans Hurt by Medical Debt

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: Oregon's Senator Jeff Merkley and Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Dianne Feinstein (D-CA), Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Dick Durbin (D-IL), Bob Menendez (D-NJ) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) introduced the Medical Debt Relief Act. This legislation would prevent medical debt from continuing to damage consumers' credit scores after it has been paid off or settled, ensuring that otherwise-creditworthy co more

Senators Urge Tech Companies to Remove 3-D Gun Plans From Platforms

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-California, issued the following news release: Senator Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.) and four colleagues are urging leading technology companies to ensure publication of 3-D gun printing materials, which violate their terms of service, is not allowed on their platforms. In addition to Senator Feinstein, the letters were signed by Senators Bill Nelson (D-Fla.), Bob Menendez (D-N.J.), Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.) and Ed Markey (D-Mass.) more

Sens. Feinstein, Leahy, Durbin, to Chairman Grassley: Documents Indicate That Kavanaugh Misled Senate; Make Them Public

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Dianne Feinstein, D-California, issued the following news release: Senators Dianne Feinstein (D-Calif.), Patrick Leahy (D-Vt.) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) Thursday asked Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) to join a request for Judge Kavanaugh's Staff Secretary records and to publicly release the documents now. Feinstein is the Judiciary Committee's Ranking Member, and Leahy and Durbin are also senior members of the committee. The senator more

Sens. Menendez, Booker Announce Over $2 Million in Federal Funding to Boost Care Quality and Effectiveness in NJ Community Health Centers

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Robert Menendez, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Bob Menendez and Cory Booker today announced that the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has awarded $2,076,473 in Quality Improvement Grants to community health centers throughout New Jersey. The grants, which are funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration, are intended to boost care quality and effectiveness throughout community health centers. more

Sens. Rubio, Baldwin Introduce Legislation to Defend American Workers Against China's Cheating

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Florida, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) unveiled the Fair Trade with China Enforcement Act to safeguard American workers and businesses from China's economic cheating and unfair trade practices. "As China undertakes a strategic effort to supplant and undermine America, we must protect our country by correcting an economic relationship that has become increasingly unbalanced," more

Sens. Schatz, Schumer Urge Passage of New Senate Resolution Condemning Attacks on the Free, Independent Press as Enemy of the People

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Brian Schatz, D-Hawaii, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Brian Schatz (D-Hawai'i) and Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) introduced and called for the immediate passage of a new resolution affirming Congress' support of the First Amendment and condemning attacks on the free press, which undermine the credibility of journalists and the press as a national institution. The Senate resolution comes as President Trump and White Ho more

Short-Videos Aimed at Educating Student Athletes, Parents and Coaches About Dangers of Opioids and Alcohol Distributed State-Wide as School Year Begins

Small Business Development Center at LCSC Sets September Schedule

LEWISTON, Idaho, Aug. 16 -- Lewis-Clark State College issued the following news release: Six workshops, including three in Lewiston and one each in Grangeville, Moscow and Riggins, highlight the September offerings by the North Central Idaho Small Business Development Center at Lewis-Clark State College. Topics for the workshops during the month include selling items on Amazon, social media, Quickbooks, accounting basics, starting a business, and small business innovation research funds. Pre- more

Smartphone Use May Affect Loneliness in Mothers of Young Children

LONDON, England, Aug. 16 -- BioMed Central issued the following news release: Mothers who spend an average of 1-2 hours per day on their smartphones may feel less lonely than those who use their phones for shorter or longer periods of time, according to a study involving 523 Japanese mothers published in the open access journal BMC Woman's Health. Researchers at Kyoto University, Japan found that mothers who used their smartphones less than one hour per day, or not at all, reported higher leve more

SMPTE Now Offers Technical Specifications to Address Rapidly Developing Technologies

WHITE PLAINS, New York, Aug. 16 -- The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers issued the following news release: SMPTE(R), the organization whose standards work has supported a century of advances in entertainment technology and whose membership spans the globe, announces SMPTE Technical Specifications (TSPs), a new offering to complement SMPTE Standards by being proactive to rapidly evolving industry technologies and workflows. The announcement comes with the publication of the fir more

Songwe Commends Government of Botswana for Growth, Diversification Plans

BOTSWANA, Africa, Aug. 16 -- The United Nations Economic Commission for Africa issued the following news release: The Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa Vera Songwe has commended Botswana for being one the fastest growing economies in the SADC region at about 4/5% and for its plans for diversifying the economy. Speaking to the media, Ms. Songwe said that during her courtesy call on President Mokgweetsi E.K. Masisi, they discussed growing the economy through diversificati more

Students Join Aspen Institute Discussion

ASPEN, Colorado, Aug. 16 -- Colorado Mountain College issued the following news release: Two Roaring Fork Valley students who will attend Colorado Mountain College this fall were recently given a rare opportunity to participate in an Aspen Institute symposium about an alarming trend. "The Rise of Hate," held July 18-20, explored the history and underlying causes of hate, and the increasing incidents of hate crimes, intolerance and hate speech. Invited to attend the forum were Anthony Rodriguez more

Swiss Re Institute Preliminary Sigma Estimates: Catastrophes Cause Global Economic Losses of USD 36 Billion in the First Half of 2018

ZURICH, Switzerland, Aug. 16 -- Swiss Re issued the following news release: According to Swiss Re Institute's preliminary sigma estimates, global economic losses from natural catastrophes and man-made disasters in the first half of 2018 were USD 36 billion. This figure is well below the ten-year average of USD 125 billion in economic losses and significantly lower than the losses reported for the same period a year earlier. Of the total global economic losses in the first half of 2018, USD 20 b more

Television Talk Show Host Wendy Williams to Receive 2018 NAB Show New York Impact Award

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The National Association of Broadcasters issued the following news release: Wendy Williams, host of "The Wendy Williams Show," will receive the NAB Show New York Impact Award on Thursday, October 18, during the 2018 NAB Show New York. Williams will also participate in a featured main stage keynote session with Mort Marcus and Ira Bernstein, co-presidents of the talk show's producer and distributor, Lionsgate's Debmar-Mercury. NAB Show New York is held October 17-18 at the more

The Big Table: World's Largest Potluck Returns to Iroquois Park September 16

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, Aug. 16 -- The city of Louisville issued the following news: Mayor Greg Fischer announced today that The Big Table, a welcoming event aimed at bringing people together to share food and conversation, is returning to Iroquois Park on Sunday, Sept. 16 from 5-7 p.m. Last year, more than 1,300 people participated in the event, and organizers hope to boost that number this year. The annual event is hosted by The Big Table, with major support from the Global Human Project and t more

Toronto City Clerk Accepting Nominations for Councillor and Trustee Candidates Beginning August 20

TORONTO, Ontario, Aug. 16 -- The city of Toronto issued the following news release: On August 14, 2018, the Bill 5, the Better Local Government Act, 2018, was passed by the Government of Ontario and received Royal Assent. The Act reduces the number of Toronto wards from 47 to 25, and extends the nomination period for councillor and school board trustee nominations. Mayoral nominations were not extended; the nomination deadline for the office of mayor was July 27. The new 25 ward boundaries alig more

Transparency Notification BlackRock, Inc.

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Aug. 16 -- UCB issued the following news release: Pursuant to Article 14 of the law of 2 May 2007 on the disclosure of large shareholdings, UCB SA/NV announces that it has received a transparency notification from BlackRock, Inc. (having its registered office at 55 East 52nd Street, New York, NY, 10055, U.S.A.), dated 10 August 2018. BlackRock, Inc. has notified that, following an acquisiation of UCB shares with voting rights and equivalent financial instruments by its affil more

U.S. 6th Fleet Commander Visits Naval Partners in Bulgaria, Romania

U.S. Sens. Marco Rubio and Tammy Baldwin Introduce Legislation to Defend American Workers Against China's Cheating

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The office of Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release: U.S. Senators Marco Rubio (R-FL) and Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) unveiled the Fair Trade with China Enforcement Act to safeguard American workers and businesses from China's economic cheating and unfair trade practices. "As China undertakes a strategic effort to supplant and undermine America, we must protect our country by correcting an economic relationship that has become increasingly unbalance more

U.S., Argentina Agree to Strengthen Military Relationship

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's American Forces Press Service issued the following news: By Jim Garamone DoD News, Defense Media Activity The United States and Argentina are in basic agreement about the security situation in South America, and the countries are looking to increase military-to-military ties, Defense Secretary James N. Mattis said today. Mattis spoke with reporters traveling with him while en route from Buenos Aries, Argentina, to Santiago, Chile. "We' more

USA: IFJ Backs Strike by Staff at Thrillist Magazine Over Living Wages

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Aug. 16 -- The International Federation of Journalists issued the following news release: On August 13, journalists at Thrillist, a New York-based food and culture digital magazine, voted to strike to demand "living wages". The IFJ fully supports this act, which is the very first strike among workers' unions in the digital-born media industry. The proposal for strike was passed by union members by a vote of 91% in favour, after about a year of frustrating contract negotiati more

UW-Madison, Green County Launch UniverCity Partnership With Aug. 21 Event

MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 16 -- The University of Wisconsin's Madison campus issued the following news: Finding practical solutions to community-based challenges is at the heart of a new three-year partnership between Green County and the UniverCity Year program at the University of Wisconsin-Madison that will kick off Aug. 21 with a gala event at the Monroe High School Performing Arts Center. Developed with the Wisconsin Idea in mind, UniverCity Year brings together faculty, students and membe more

Watch the Green Wave Telethon on Saturday!

WASHINGTON, Aug. 16 -- The Green Party issued the following news release: Surf's up! The Green Party of the United States is preparing for its first-ever "Green Wave Telethon," a fundraising effort that is scheduled for broadcast on Facebook this Saturday, August 18th. The telethon will feature live candidate interviews and recorded videos from dozens of Green Party candidates and supporters. The two-hour long event will be hosted by David Cobb, Philena Farley and Erin Fox. You can watch here ( more

Wolf Administration Announces $3 Million for Community College Construction Projects

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: The Department of Education (PDE) today announced the approval of more than $3 million in funding to support projects at eight community colleges across Pennsylvania. "To educate Pennsylvania's next generation of community leaders, business owners and workers, schools need to provide be able to students with up-to-date technology and facilities," Governor Tom Wolf said. "Investments in our more

Woman Pleads Guilty to Meth Conspiracy and Prostitution Charges

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 16 -- The U.S. Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia, G. Zachary Terwilliger, issued the following news release: A Chesapeake woman pleaded guilty today to her involvement in a methamphetamine distribution conspiracy, promoting the prostitution of several adult women and two minor girls, and to a charge of tampering with a witness against her. According to court documents, Randi Brooke Creef, 22, worked with several co-conspirators in Virginia and California to more

Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Taps New Vice President for Advancement, Chief Marketing Officer

WOODS HOLE, Massachusetts, Aug. 16 -- Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution issued the following news release: The Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution (WHOI) has selected Samuel C. Harp, an international brand marketing expert, as the Institution's first Vice President for Advancement and Chief Marketing Officer. Harp has spent much of his career in academic, technology, and research institutions and will begin working at WHOI on October 1. "It is paramount that WHOI continues to build on its more

WPSU Nominated for Regional Emmy Awards' Top Honor for Station Excellence

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University issued the following news release: WPSU Penn State has been nominated for the 2018 Mid-Atlantic Emmy awards' top honor as the public media station earned 10 nominations for excellence in the television and media industries. WPSU earned a nomination in the top category -- Overall Station Excellence -- for the first time, and the web series, "Finding Your Roots: The Seedlings," earned the station's most nominations as three more

After Announcing $514 Million in Additional Funding for Expedited Rehabilitation, Rep. Diaz-Balart Participates in Herbert Hoover Dike Tour

CLEWISTON, Florida, Aug. 15 -- Rep. Mario Diaz-Balart, R-Florida, issued the following news release: Today, Congressman Mario Diaz-Balart (FL-25) participated in an on-site briefing and tour of the Herbert Hoover Dike led by the U.S. Army Corps with Congressman Francis Rooney, Florida Department of Economic Opportunity Director Cissy Proctor, and Clewiston Mayor Mali Gardner. Diaz-Balart, Rooney, Proctor, and Gardner received an update on the progress of the Dike's expedited rehabilitation proj more

Gov. Reynolds, Lt. Gov. Gregg to Join Vice President Pence in Des Moines

DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 15 -- Gov. Kim Reynolds, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: The following events are open to credentialed members of the media: Wednesday, August 15, 2018 Lt. Gov. Gregg greets Air Force Two 132nd Wing, Iowa National Guard Airfield 3100 McKinley Avenue Des Moines 11:20 a.m. Lt. Gov. Gregg participates in Tax Cut Panel Community Choice Credit Union Convention Center 833 5th Avenue Des Moines 1:10 p.m. Gov. Reynolds introduces Vice President Pence Commu more

Governor's Office Encouraging Nominations for Outstanding Volunteers for ServeNebraska's 2018 Step Forward Awards

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Aug. 15 -- Gov. Pete Ricketts, R-Nebraska, issued the following news release: The Governor's Office, along with ServeNebraska, also known as the Nebraska Volunteer Service Commission, is encouraging private citizens, businesses, service clubs, nonprofits, educational institutions, faith-based organizations, and local government agencies across the state to nominate their outstanding volunteers for statewide recognition by August 27. Selected and presented by Nebraska Governo more

Rep. McCarthy Q&A at PPIC

SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 15 -- House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy, R-California, issued the following news release: House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy joined the Public Policy Institute of California (PPIC) for a wide-ranging discussion on top issues facing California and the nation including: federal and state taxes, water, immigration, trade, the opioid crisis, high-speed rail and the censorship of conservatives. Excerpts are below, or watch online here (https://www.youtube.com/watch more

Rep. Polis for Colorado Campaign Places October Statewide TV Ad Buy

LITTLETON, Colorado, Aug. 15 -- Rep. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, a Democrat running for Colorado Governor, issued the following campaign news: The Polis for Colorado campaign today announced it has placed a $3 million ad buy for the final weeks of the campaign in the Denver, Colorado Springs-Pueblo, and Grand Junction-Montrose media markets. "Throughout Colorado, there is already incredible excitement for Jared's bold plans to reduce the cost of health care, invest in our public schools, and tack more

Sen. Udall Requests Kavanaugh Records on Native American Issues

WASHINGTON, Aug. 15 -- The office of Sen. Tom Udall, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: U.S. Senator Tom Udall (D-N.M.), vice chairman of the Senate Committee on Indian Affairs, formally requested all records pertaining to Supreme Court nominee Judge Brett Kavanaugh's involvement with Native American issues during his tenure as White House Staff Secretary and as White House Counsel. In a letter to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), Udall asked Grassley t more

SPJ Letter to the Editor in Support of Free Press

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Aug. 15 -- The Society of Professional Journalists issued the following news: The following Letter to the Editor has been submitted to newspapers across the country to show support in their efforts to fight against repeated attacks on the media. Dear Editor, The Society of Professional Journalists, the largest, most broad-based journalism organization in the country, stands in solidarity with the 200-plus newspapers publishing editorials today to fight back against repe more

UTA Professor Leads Federal Advisory Group on the Prevention of Acute, Chronic Pain

ARLINGTON, Texas, Aug. 15 -- The University of Texas's Arlington campus issued the following news release: A University of Texas at Arlington professor led a federal advisory group that has published its recommendations on the prevention of acute and chronic pain to the Federal Research Pain Strategy, an interagency committee that oversees the government's long-term strategic plan to support pain research. Some 100 million Americans suffer from chronic pain at an estimated annual cost of $635 more

JBA Airman Featured in DOD Communications Campaign

JOINT BASE ANDREWS, Maryland, Aug. 14 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base Andrews (11th Wing) issued the following story: Airman 1st Class Nala Cormier, an 11th Medical Group medical technician here, was recently featured in a video by the Defense Department, as part of its "This is Your Military" initiative. Cormier shared her story about how she overcame personal tragedy and revived "Andrews Against Drunk Driving," a designated driving service for Airmen in the National Capital Region. The ser more

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WASHINGTON, Aug. 17 -- The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers has issued a sources sought notice (W912EP-18-Z-0020) for dredging services for the Horseshoe Cove Entrance Channel and Turning Basin in Dixie County, Florida. The anticipated magnitude of construction is $1,000,000 - $5,000,000.

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