Accenture Launches Microsoft Forward Deployed Engineering Practice to Help Organizations Scale AI Across the Enterprise
NEW YORK, March 19 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Accenture Launches Microsoft Forward Deployed Engineering Practice to Help Organizations Scale AI Across the Enterprise
AI-first, industry-aligned practice to accelerate frontier transformation powered by Microsoft AI
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Accenture (NYSE: ACN) is collaborating with Microsoft to launch a forward deployed engineering (FDE) practice, designed to help organizations more rapidly des more
ACM Examines Strategic Tradeoffs in Building or Buying AI Systems
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- Buy versus Build an LLM: A Decision Framework for Governments - A report from ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, New York - March 2026 (24 pages)
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ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, issued a report analyzing the strategic "build versus buy" decision in artificial intelligence, focusing on how governments and organizations should approach the development or procurement of large language models and related systems. The report explains more
Arthur D. Little Report Highlights Disciplined Acceleration as Key to Sustainable Business Transformation
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- DISCIPLINED ACCELERATION: Make the AI bubble irrelevant - A report from Arthur D. Little, Brussels, Belgium - March 2026 (20 pages)
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The Arthur D. Little issued a report examining how organizations can achieve sustainable growth and transformation through a strategy it describes as "disciplined acceleration," which balances rapid innovation with structured execution and governance. The report focuses on how companies can scale new technologies, manage ris more
Bridging People, Technology, and Possibility Through Software Engineering
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colorado, March 19 -- The University of Colorado issued the following news release:
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Bridging people, technology, and possibility through software engineering
For Kristen Walcott, Ph.D., software engineering isn't just about writing code -- it's about building bridges.
Bridges between people and machines. Between ideas and implementation. Between research and practice. And between students who may not yet see themselves as engineers and the futures waiting for them.
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CrowdStrike Achieves FedRAMP High Authorization for Federal XIoT and OT Security
AUSTIN, Texas, March 19 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Achieves FedRAMP High Authorization for Federal XIoT and OT Security
Falcon for XIoT extends the FedRAMP High-authorized Falcon platform to protect federal mission-critical operational and connected systems
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced that Falcon(R) for more
CrowdStrike Expands GovCloud Offerings to Advance National Cybersecurity With Speed and Control
AUSTIN, Texas, March 19 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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CrowdStrike Expands GovCloud Offerings to Advance National Cybersecurity with Speed and Control
New agentic SOC, proactive threat defense, unified IT/OT protection, and flexible procurement power next-gen defense for public sector agencies
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CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announc more
CTA Honors Top U.S. Tech Policymakers and Industry Innovators at 2026 Digital Patriots Dinner
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 19 -- The Consumer Technology Association issued the following news release:
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CTA Honors Top U.S. Tech Policymakers and Industry Innovators at 2026 Digital Patriots Dinner
White House Science & Technology Advisor Michael Kratsios, Sen. Rand Paul, Reps. Ted Lieu and Jay Obernolte, Former Nintendo of America President Reggie Fils-Aime & Reddit Co-Founder Alexis Ohanian to receive awards.
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The Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(R) will honor a powerful group more
Defining the Future Conference Connects CSUSB Students With Emerging Tech Industries
SAN BERNARDINO, California, March 19 -- California State University San Bernardino campus issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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Defining the Future conference connects CSUSB students with emerging tech industries
The inaugural Defining the Future conference on April 15-16 will connect students with career opportunities in emerging technology fields. Taking place alongside the annual Meeting of the Minds student research symposium, it will bring together students, researchers and more
DNI Gabbard Releases 2026 Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSbrep) -- The Office of the Director of National Intelligence issued the following news release:
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DNI Gabbard Releases 2026 Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence released the 2026 Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC). This report reflects the insights of the entire IC, which is committed to providing timely, actionable intelligence to t more
Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: Malaysia's Resurgence
DETROIT, Michigan, March 19 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary by political theorist Jake Scott:
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Malaysia's Resurgence
The Asian nation is becoming a global player.
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In the last month, the small nation of Malaysia has risen in the views of global investors. Drawn by the country's political stability and economic growth, investors increasingly consider Malaysia a safe method for diversification in the Pacific region amid a softening US dollar and more
Gartner Predicts 60% of Supply Chain Disruptions Will Be Resolved Without Human Intervention by 2031
STAMFORD, Connecticut, March 19 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Predicts 60% of Supply Chain Disruptions Will Be Resolved Without Human Intervention by 2031
Analysts to Explore Development of AI-enabled Autonomous Supply Chains at Gartner Supply Chain Symposium/Xpo
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By 2031, 60% of supply chain disruptions will be resolved without human intervention as AI enables increasingly autonomous supply ch more
House Commerce Committee Ranking Member Pallone Issues Opening Remarks at Hearing on the ITU and Next Year's World Radiocommunication Conference
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Pallone Opening Remarks at Hearing on the ITU and Next Year's World Radiocommunication Conference
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at today's Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing on "Securing U.S. Leadership of Communications more
Joint Economic Committee to Hold Bipartisan Hearing on Combating Scams
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. David Schweikert, R-Arizona, chairman of the Joint Economic Committee, issued the following news:
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Joint Economic Committee to Hold Bipartisan Hearing on Combating Scams
On Wednesday, March 25, the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee will hold a hearing, led by Committee Chairman David Schweikert (R-AZ) and Ranking Member Maggie Hassan (D-NH), focused on the threat posed by overseas scam compounds, coordination among federal agencies to fight scams, and th more
Joint Statement on U.S.-Mongolia Annual Bilateral Consultation
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following joint statement on March 17, 2026, with Mongolia:
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Joint Statement on the U.S.-Mongolia Annual Bilateral Consultation
The text of the following statement was released by the Governments of the United States of America and Mongolia on the occasion of the Annual Bilateral Consultations.
Representatives of the United States and Mongolia held the 17th Annual Bilateral Consultations on March 17 in Ulaanbaatar.
The dialog more
Keysight Launches SBOM Manager to Help Organizations Prepare for Emerging Global Cybersecurity Regulations
SANTA ROSA, California, March 19 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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Keysight Launches SBOM Manager to Help Organizations Prepare for Emerging Global Cybersecurity Regulations
New solution streamlines SBOM generation, vulnerability intelligence, and secure sharing to support compliance with the EU Cyber Resilience Act and global cybersecurity mandates
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Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: more
Lonnie B. Smith, Jr. Career Fair Offers Grambling State Students Potential Next Steps in Life
GRAMBLING, Louisiana, March 19 -- Grambling State University issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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Lonnie B. Smith, Jr. Career Fair offers Grambling State students potential next steps in life
Grambling State University's Center of Career and Professional Development held its Spring 2026 Lonnie B. Smith, Jr. Career Fair on March 12, offering GSU students the chance to meet with prospective employees and make some of their first -- or final -- steps toward their future careers.
T more
NAACP Report Warns AI Data Centers Threaten Environmental Justice And Community Health
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- A Gap Analysis of Data Center Infrastructure in Prince George's County, Maryland - A report from NAACP, Baltimore, Maryland - March 2026 (41 pages)
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The NAACP issued a report examining the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence data centers and warning that their environmental and social impacts disproportionately affect frontline communities, particularly low-income neighborhoods and communities of color. The report outlines policy recommendations de more
NDSU Researchers Developing Tool to Deliver Data-Driven Health Interventions
FARGO, North Dakota, March 19 -- North Dakota State University issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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NDSU researchers developing tool to deliver data-driven health interventions
The current healthcare system faces many challenges, including protecting the integrity of health data. To help deliver more effective, data-driven health interventions for areas such as North Dakota's rural and underserved communities, NDSU researchers are developing StatWiseAI, an AI-powered educational more
NHTSA and Honda Among Keynotes at SAE's WCX-World Congress Experience in Detroit, April 14-16
WARRENDALE, Pennsylvania, March 19 -- SAE International issued the following news release:
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NHTSA and Honda Among Keynotes at SAE's WCX-World Congress Experience in Detroit, April 14-16
SAE International(R), will host the 120th WCX-World Congress Experience April 14-16, 2026, at Huntington Place in Detroit. WCX brings together engineers, automakers, suppliers, and regulators at a time when the automotive industry is rapidly evolving around software-defined vehicles, artificial intelligen more
PA Consulting Report Highlights Economic Impact of UK Evidence Sector
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- Business of Evidence Report - A report from PA Consulting, London, England - March 2026 (33 pages)
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PA Consulting issued a report highlighting the significant economic contribution of the UK's research and evidence sector and its growing importance in decision-making across industries. The report estimates that the sector generates approximately pound sterling18.7 billion in gross value added annually, positioning it as a major component of the UK economy more
Protect Our Care: New Analysis - Trump-RFK Jr. HHS's Policies Disproportionately Hurt People of Color
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Protect Our Care issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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New Analysis: Trump-RFK Jr. HHS's Policies Disproportionately Hurt People of Color
Today, leading health advocacy groups Protect Our Care and the American Public Health Association (APHA) released a joint analysis on how Donald Trump and HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s cuts to vital health programs and attacks on vaccines have disproportionately undermined the health of people of color. [PDF Vers more
Publishers Association Report Highlights UK Publishing's Role in Global AI Licensing Market
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- Content Superpower: UK publishing and the AI licensing market - A report from Publishers Association - March 2026 (28 pages)
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Publishers Association issued a report examining the growing role of the UK publishing industry in the emerging market for artificial intelligence licensing, arguing that high-quality creative content positions the sector as a global "content superpower." The report analyses how publishers are supplying licensed material to train A more
Record 2025 Results Underscore New York Life's Financial Strength and Mutual Advantage
NEW YORK, March 19 -- New York Life Insurance, a mutual life insurance company, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Record 2025 results underscore New York Life's financial strength and mutual advantage
Strong earnings, surplus growth and the largest dividend in company history reflect successful execution of company's long-term strategy
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New York Life, America's largest/1 mutual life insurer, today announced record financial results for 2025, reflecting the strength more
Rep. Davidson: More Ambitious Role for the Bank Must Also Come With Tougher Accountability
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Warren Davidson, R-Ohio, chairman of the House Financial Services Subcommittee on National Security, Illicit Finance and International Financial Institutions, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Davidson: A More Ambitious Role For The Bank Must Also Come With Tougher Accountability
Today, the House Financial Services Committee is holding a National Security, Illicit Finance, and International Financial Institutions Subcommittee hearing, led more
Sedgwick: Australia Product Recalls Decline in 2025
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, March 19 (TNSrep) -- Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk and benefit solutions, issued the following news release:
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Australia product recalls decline in 2025
Sedgwick releases latest Australian Product Safety and Recall Index report
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SYDNEY, Australia - The number of Australian product safety market actions, including recalls, fell 3.2% from 2024 to 2025, according to Sedgwick's 2026 State of the Nation Australian Product Safety and Recall Index report. more
Sen. Cruz: Is It Time to Reform Section 230?
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Cruz: Is It Time to Reform Section 230?
In his opening statement during today's Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee hearing, Chairman Ted Cruz (R-Texas) criticized Big Tech for too often misusing Section 230 to silence Americans. Chairman Cruz pointed to his TERMS Act and forthcoming JAWBONE Act as more
Subcommittee Chair Mackenzie Holds Hearing on Strengthening Federal Workers' Compensation Programs
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Mackenzie Holds Hearing on Strengthening Federal Workers' Compensation Programs
Today, Workforce Protections Subcommittee Chairman Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA) delivered the following statement, as prepared for delivery, at a hearing titled "Strengthening Federal Workers' Compensation Programs: En more
Texas A&M Engineering Students Solve Semiconductor Automation Challenge
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, March 19 (TNSrep) -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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Engineering students solve semiconductor automation challenge
Samsung Austin Semiconductor partnership supports Texas A&M College of Engineering's goal of educating top talent to drive the future of the semiconductor industry.
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A team of student engineers demonstrated the growing importance of robotics and automation in next-generation semiconducto more
Trine University Hosts 'Impact Your Future': Regional Students and Educators Explore the Frontiers of STEM and AI
ANGOLA, Indiana, March 19 -- Trine University issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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Trine University hosts 'Impact Your Future': Regional students and educators explore the frontiers of STEM and AI
Trine University welcomed 124 high school students and ten educators from across Indiana, Michigan and Ohio on Feb. 24 for its annual "Impact Your Future" outreach day.
The event, which expanded this year from six to eight student session options, provided a comprehensive look at the more
University of Miami: Toward a Greener, Healthier, More Resilient Future
CORAL GABLES, Florida, March 19 -- The University of Miami issued the following news on March 17, 2026:
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Toward a greener, healthier, more resilient future
From health impacts to financing to the built environment, the two-day Resilience 365 Conference examined diverse strategies in making communities more resilient.
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The cost in dollars is staggering. From drought and severe tornado outbreaks to devastating rainstorms, the United States last year experienced 23 billion-dollar weather more
$25 Million Project Seeks to Coordinate Data Produced by Human-Based Testing Methods
NEW YORK, March 18 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release:
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$25 Million Project Seeks to Coordinate Data Produced by Human-Based Testing Methods
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A research team at NYU Langone Health and Sage Bionetworks has been awarded a $25 million grant to establish the data hub and coordinating center for the National Institutes of Health's Complement-Animal Research in Experimentation (Compl more
101st Airborne Division Tests Next-Generation Drones During Live-Fire Exercise
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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101st Airborne Division Tests Next-Generation Drones During Live-Fire Exercise
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The 101st Airborne Division tested its ability to integrate unmanned aircraft systems to support ground forces during a live-fire exercise, March 12 at Fort Campbell, Kentucky.
"We are no strangers to innovation here on Fort Campbell," said Army Brig. Gen. Travis McIntosh, deputy commanding general of operations for the divisio more
AI Omnibus: Swift Agreement Needed to Deliver on Simplification Promises After Parliament Adopts Negotiating Position
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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AI Omnibus: Swift Agreement Needed to Deliver on Simplification Promises After Parliament Adopts Negotiating Position
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Brussels, BELGIUM - Today, the European Parliament's Committees on Civil Liberties (LIBE) and Internal Market (IMCO) adopted their negotiating mandate for the AI Omnibus, the European Commission's proposal to simplify the AI A more
AI on deck: assessing impact of MLB's new ball-strike system
ITHACA, New York, March 18 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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AI on deck: assessing impact of MLB's new ball-strike system
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For 150 years, Major League Baseball (MLB) players and fans have accepted that an umpire missing a few balls and strikes is just part of the game. But this spring, MLB is rolling out an artificial intelligence-augmented camera system that will provide a second opinion for players to tap if they think an umpire whiffed.
This historic change inspire more
AI rebuilds molecules from exploding fragments
MENLO PARK, California, March 18 -- The SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory issued the following news release:
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AI rebuilds molecules from exploding fragments
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* A technique called Coulomb explosion imaging records the momentum of a molecule's ions after they blast apart.
* Physicists can use the information to recreate the initial structure of the molecule, but the calculations are computing-intensive and slow.
* SLAC researchers and their collabor more
AI, Digital Identity and Cloud Misconfigurations Driving the Majority of Successful Cyberattacks According to RSM's 2026 Attack Vectors Report
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 18 [Category: BizConsulting] -- RSM U.S., an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release:
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AI, Digital Identity and Cloud Misconfigurations Driving the Majority of Successful Cyberattacks According to RSM's 2026 Attack Vectors Report
Most organizations are not prepared to detect and contain threats operating at the speed of AI
RSM US LLP ("RSM"), the leading provider of assurance, tax and consulting services for the middle mark more
AI-powered chatbots can become too agreeable over time, researchers report
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, March 18 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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AI-powered chatbots can become too agreeable over time, researchers report
When a person interacts with an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered chatbot, the bot can store details about the user and the interaction. During long conversations, this personalization feature can make the chatbot more likely to agree with users or mirror their views, according to researchers from the Penn State more
Are screens in classrooms helping or hurting learning? A Temple expert weighs in
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, March 18 -- Temple University posted the following news:
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Are screens in classrooms helping or hurting learning? A Temple expert weighs in
College of Education and Human Development faculty member Shana Levi-Nielsen discusses why some parents are opting out of school-issued devices and the growing debate over screen time in classrooms.
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As laptops and tablets become standard in K-12 classrooms, a growing number of parents are questioning whether more techn more
Arizona Chamber Launches Initiative to Strengthen the State's Leadership in AI and the Digital Economy
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 18 -- The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry issued the following news release on March 16, 2026:
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Arizona Chamber launches initiative to strengthen the state's leadership in AI and the digital economy
Coalition of business and technology leaders will advance smart AI policy, digital infrastructure, and innovation across Arizona
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The Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry today announced the launch of the AZ AI Leadership Initiative, a coalition of indus more
Austin Peay professor publishes new volume on teaching labor history
CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, March 18 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news:
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Austin Peay professor publishes new volume on teaching labor history
Dr. Adam Attwood, associate professor in the Eriksson College of Education at Austin Peay State University, has published a new edited volume, Teaching Labor History in the United States, 1850-2020, released this month by Peter Lang as Volume 9 in the Teaching Critical Themes in American History Series.
The 268-page book brings more
BASED Act Imports EU-Style Regulation to Attack California's Leading Firms, Says ITIF
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release:
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BASED Act Imports EU-Style Regulation to Attack California's Leading Firms, Says ITIF
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WASHINGTON-Following California State Sen. Scott Wiener's announcement at a conference hosted by Y Combinator of sweeping new antitrust legislation that would broadly ban large technology companies from engaging in so-called "self-preferencing" and related pr more
Blackburn Releases Discussion Draft of National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Blackburn Releases Discussion Draft of National Policy Framework for Artificial Intelligence
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TRUMP AMERICA AI Act Would Unleash AI Innovation While Protecting Children, Creators, Conservatives, and Communities from Harm
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released a discussion draft of her legislative framework to codify President Trump's executive order to c more
Blackburn's Discussion Draft Is Not a Serious Starting Point for a Federal AI Framework
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release:
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Blackburn's Discussion Draft Is Not a Serious Starting Point for a Federal AI Framework
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WASHINGTON-In response to Senator Marsha Blackburn's discussion draft of The Republic Unifying Meritocratic Performance Advancing Machine Intelligence by Eliminating Regulatory Interstate Chaos Across American Industry Act ( TRUMP AMERICA AI Act ), the Cent more
Bryn Mawr President Cadge Unveils Sustainability Shift, Campus Traditions
BRYN MAWR, Pennsylvania, March 18 -- Bryn Mawr College President and professor of sociology Wendy Cadge issued the following statement:
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March Presidential Update
The below message was sent to faculty, staff, and students on March 18, 2026.
Dear Bryn Mawr Community,
So much good is happening on campus and we have much to look forward to in the celebrations to come this spring. Evelyn "Evie" Jones Rich '54 was on campus on Monday visiting with students, faculty and alumnae and talkin more
Clemson chemistry student turns undergrad research and interest in AI into startup company
CLEMSON, South Carolina, March 18 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Clemson chemistry student turns undergrad research and interest in AI into startup company
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What happens when chemistry collides with artificial intelligence?
For Clemson University sophomore Lukas Garcia, the result is a tech startup, Crystal-XG, which has the potential to transform how scientists create and study crystals, a critical step in pharmaceutical development.
Officially incorporated as a more
College of Education professor selected to deliver writing workshops for English teachers in Bahrain
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, March 18 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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College of Education professor selected to deliver writing workshops for English teachers in Bahrain
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KINGSTON, R.I. - March 18, 2026 - Laura Hamman-Ortiz in the University of Rhode Island's Feinstein College of Education recently traveled to Bahrain as part of a U.S. State Department English Language Specialist assignment. This was her first in-person specialist assignment and her first time more
Eight Startups Graduate from University of Baltimore's Inaugural AI Business Accelerator
BALTIMORE, Maryland, March 18 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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Eight Startups Graduate from University of Baltimore's Inaugural AI Business Accelerator
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Artificial intelligence is already reshaping business, moving faster than most organizations can adapt. The question isn't whether to integrate AI-it's how to do it with purpose and precision. Eight Baltimore-area founders answered that question at The University of Baltimore's inaugural AI-Enabled Business Ac more
Exploring the impacts of California's minimum wage for fast food workers
SANTA CRUZ, California, March 18 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news:
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Exploring the impacts of California's minimum wage for fast food workers
California is about to mark an important milestone in the implementation of a hotly contested economic policy.
Two years ago, in April 2024, a statewide, sector-specific minimum wage increase went into effect for fast food workers, mandating pay of at least $20 an hour for employees at franchise restaura more
F5 and Skyfire partner to advance secure agentic commerce for the enterprise
SEATTLE, Washington, March 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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F5 and Skyfire partner to advance secure agentic commerce for the enterprise
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Identify, authenticate, and monetize AI agent traffic at scale with F5 Distributed Cloud Bot Defense and Skyfire's Know Your Agent (KYA) protocol
SEATTLE and SAN FRANCISCO - F5, Inc. (NASDAQ: FFIV), the global leader in delivering and securing every app and API, and more
F5 collaborates with AWS and Microsoft on NSS Labs research paper on AI runtime security testing
SEATTLE, Washington, March 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- F5, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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F5 collaborates with AWS and Microsoft on NSS Labs research paper on AI runtime security testing
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New NSS Labs research sets the standard for evaluating AI security, establishing a blueprint for enterprises
SEATTLE - F5, a global leader in delivering and securing every app and API, in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Microsoft, more
Food and Water Watch: Oil Windfall Profits Tax Bill Introduced as Industry Cheers Sudden Price Spike and Exploding Profit Forecasts
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release:
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Oil Windfall Profits Tax Bill Introduced as Industry Cheers Sudden Price Spike and Exploding Profit Forecasts
"Big Oil will undoubtedly leverage the crisis to maximize profit margins, pinching American families..."
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Yesterday Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and Rep. Ro Khanna introduced the Big Oil Windfall Profits Tax Act. The legislation would impose an excise tax on the windfall profits of oil companies more
Fourth annual Indiana Life Sciences Manufacturing Summit highlights rise of intelligent biomanufacturing
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, March 18 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Fourth annual Indiana Life Sciences Manufacturing Summit highlights rise of intelligent biomanufacturing
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Leaders from industry, academia and government met March 5 in Indianapolis for the 2026 Indiana Life Sciences Manufacturing Summit, organized by the William D. and Sherry L. Young Institute for the Advanced Manufacturing of Pharmaceuticals, the Office of Research, and the Office of Industry P more
From climate storytelling to AI innovation: Rice researchers take on global challenges at SXSW
HOUSTON, Texas, March 18 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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From climate storytelling to AI innovation: Rice researchers take on global challenges at SXSW
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Written in collaboration with Silvia Cernea Clark
Climate change is one of the defining challenges of the 21st century, yet much of the public conversation about it still relies on charts, forecasts and policy debates. For many people, that kind of conversation can feel distant from everyday life.
At this ye more
GE HealthCare completes Intelerad acquisition - accelerating shift to cloud-first enterprise solutions to deliver precision care
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 18 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release:
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GE HealthCare completes Intelerad acquisition - accelerating shift to cloud-first enterprise solutions to deliver precision care
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* Expands GE HealthCare's enterprise imaging footprint by delivering comprehensive, end-to-end solutions across ambulatory, teleradiology, and hospital care settings
* Advances GE HealthCare's D3 strategy by accelerating the development of disease-f more
GE HealthCare, Springbok Analytics collaborate on MRI-based muscle analysis for sports medicine and human performance applications
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 18 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release:
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GE HealthCare, Springbok Analytics collaborate on MRI-based muscle analysis for sports medicine and human performance applications
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* GE HealthCare and Springbok Analytics collaboration project aims to improve MRI workflows for streamlined assessment of the human musculoskeletal system
* Collaboration will leverage GE HealthCare's innovative MRI technology and Springbok Analytic more
Georgetown University: Certificate Program Prepares Students to Use AI Critically and Responsibly
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Georgetown University issued the following news on March 17, 2026:
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New Certificate Program Prepares Students to Use AI Critically and Responsibly
Georgetown University College of Arts & Sciences students will be able to enroll in a nine-credit undergraduate certificate in artificial intelligence starting in the Fall 2026 semester, further preparing them for a world in which the presence of AI is quickly expanding and evolving.
The certificate is grounded in a l more
How AI deep learning is helping UCLA scientists protect California's coastal ecosystems
LOS ANGELES, California, March 18 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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How AI deep learning is helping UCLA scientists protect California's coastal ecosystems
Key takeaways
* Satellite imagery combined with artificial intelligence has led to new, high-resolution statewide maps that detect changes in kelp forests previously invisible to traditional monitoring tools.
* The maps provide critical data-driven insights into how kelp survived or declined follo more
IBM Fellow and Quantum Pioneer Charles H. Bennett Receives A.M. Turing Award, Computing's Highest Honor
ARMONK, New York, March 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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IBM Fellow and Quantum Pioneer Charles H. Bennett Receives A.M. Turing Award, Computing's Highest Honor
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YORKTOWN HEIGHTS, N.Y., March 18, 2026 - Charles H. Bennett, a research scientist at IBM (NYSE: IBM ) and IBM Fellow, has been named a co-recipient of the 2025 ACM A.M. Turing Award by the Association for Computing Machinery.
Described by the ACM as the "Nobel Prize in computin more
Informatica Expands Microsoft Collaboration with Open Mirroring Support for Microsoft Fabric and Geographic Expansion for Microsoft Azure Points-of-Delivery
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 18 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Informatica Expands Microsoft Collaboration with Open Mirroring Support for Microsoft Fabric and Geographic Expansion for Microsoft Azure Points-of-Delivery
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New innovations strengthen a trusted data foundation for Informatica customers using analytics and AI across Microsoft Fabric and Azure
REDWOOD CITY, Calif., more
Jungsang Kim on Leading Duke Science and Technology Into a New Era
DURHAM, North Carolina, March 18 -- Duke University Pratt School of Engineering issued the following Q&A by Andrew Tie with Jungsang Kim, chief science and technology strategist:
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Jungsang Kim on Leading Duke Science and Technology into a New Era
Duke's chief science and technology strategist shares how Duke Science and Technology plans to connect world class research with real world impact.
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Jungsang Kim has spent more than two decades at Duke University pushing the boundaries of sci more
KSU researchers approaching disaster cleanup from different angles
KENNESAW, Georgia, March 18 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release:
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KSU researchers approaching disaster cleanup from different angles
How fast does radiation dissipate following a nuclear disaster?
There have only been a handful of reactor meltdowns throughout the history of nuclear engineering, but the 1986 explosion at the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant in Ukraine and the 2011 Fukushima Daiichi nuclear disaster are among the most notable.
At Kennesaw State more
Lack of Copyright Reform Leaves UK Lagging in AI, Says Center for Data Innovation
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release:
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Lack of Copyright Reform Leaves UK Lagging in AI, Says Center for Data Innovation
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LONDON-Following the UK government's Copyright and AI report -a report intended to offer a clear path forward for the UK on copyright law reforms, but which instead offered no proposal or timeline for reaching one-the Center for Data Innovation released the follo more
Lifepoint Health, Eon Release Data Showing Why Identification and Follow-Up of Incidental Findings are Integral to Improving Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Outcomes
BRENTWOOD, Tennessee, March 18 [Category: BizHealth Care] -- Lifepoint Health, a healthcare company, posted the following news:
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Lifepoint Health, Eon Release Data Showing Why Identification and Follow-Up of Incidental Findings are Integral to Improving Breast Cancer Diagnosis and Outcomes
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BRENTWOOD, Tenn. and DENVER, Colo. (March 18, 2026): Lifepoint Health and Eon today released data from a large-scale breast cancer early detection program that challenges conventional assumptions ab more
Medical Minute: Is 'Dr. ChatGPT' doing more harm than good?
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, March 18 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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The Medical Minute: Is 'Dr. ChatGPT' doing more harm than good?
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HERSHEY, Pa. -It starts innocently enough. Just a quick question: "How do you know a mole is cancer?"
And despite knowing that asking the internet medical questions will only convince you that you have six weeks to live, you type the words anyway and brace for news of your untimely demise.
Search engines have always be more
MIT: Balancing school, family, and the future of aircraft systems
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 18 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Balancing school, family, and the future of aircraft systems
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Greg Knutson is a military veteran who recently transitioned from 22 years of flying helicopters for the U.S. Navy to director of business development for Airbus U.S. Space and Defense. Now a second-year student in the MIT Sloan School Executive MBA program and a Pat Tillman Scholar, Knutson works to advance autonomous more
MIT: Sustaining diplomacy amid competition in US-China relations
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, March 18 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Sustaining diplomacy amid competition in US-China relations
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The United States and China "are the two largest emitters of carbon in the world," said Nicholas Burns, former U.S. ambassador to the People's Republic of China, at a recent MIT seminar. "We need to work with each other for the good of both of our countries."
During the MITEI Presents: Advancing the Energy Transition more
NERC Gives a Grim Assessment of Long-Term Reliability
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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NERC Gives a Grim Assessment of Long-Term Reliability
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Key Takeaways
1 The North American Electric Reliability Council (NERC) released its long-term assessment and projects a grim outlook based on current utility plans that are focused on retiring firm capacity and adding weather-dependent renewable capacity.
2 Huge projected demand increases, combined with the increasing re more
New Oracle AI Smart Assistant Capabilities Help Restaurants Streamline Operations and Support
REDWOOD SHORES, California, March 18 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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New Oracle AI Smart Assistant Capabilities Help Restaurants Streamline Operations and Support
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Oracle today announced new Smart Assistant capabilities in Oracle Simphony Cloud Point of Sale (POS). The embedded, generative AI assistant empowers restaurant teams with self-service suggestions resolve common technical and oper more
Olivet Launches New Artificial Intelligence Courses
BOURBONNAIS, Illinois, March 18 -- Olivet Nazarene University posted the following news:
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Olivet Launches New Artificial Intelligence Courses
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It is no secret that artificial intelligence (AI) and other forms of computer learning are increasingly prevalent in society -both for personal and professional use. In recognition of this shift, Olivet Nazarene University has expanded its academic courses in hopes of preparing students for careers in AI-related fields.
Beginning in fall 2026, more
OSU research uses brain signals to improve robot decision-making
STILLWATER, Oklahoma, March 18 -- Oklahoma State University posted the following news:
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OSU research uses brain signals to improve robot decision-making
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Media Contact: Desa James | Communications Coordinator | 405 744 2669 | desa.james@okstate.edu
In some of the world's most dangerous environments, the difference between success and disaster can be a split-second human instinct, and at Oklahoma State University, researchers are teaching robots how to recognize it.
Dr. Hemanth Manj more
Professor Chattopadhyay prepares students for the AI-integrated workforce
SHIPPENSBURG, Pennsylvania, March 18 -- Shippensburg University posted the following news:
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Professor Chattopadhyay prepares students for the AI-integrated workforce
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From Jan. 6-8, Dr. Dhiman Chattopadhyay, associate professor in the Department of Communication, Journalism, and Media (CJM), was invited to attend a selective three-day "Journalism + AI Accelerator" conference at Arizona State University.
The conference gathered 100 leaders across media, technology, medicine, academia more
Professor's Research on Space Debris Informs Hands-on AI Education
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, March 18 -- Cedarville University posted the following news:
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Professor's Research on Space Debris Informs Hands-on AI Education
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by Cara Ramer, Student Public Relations Writer
Earth's orbit is growing more crowded every year. Thousands of satellites, spent rocket bodies and fragments of debris now circle the planet at high speeds, creating risks for GPS systems, communications and future space missions.
Space debris in Earth orbit creates growing risks for satell more
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, March 18 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release:
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Registered nurses applaud Rep. Ro Khanna donating $49K in Palantir contributions
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Today, National Nurses United and Silicon Valley Rising Action announced that U.S. Representative Ro Khanna has rescinded all contributions received to date from Palantir Technologies, Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) top technology contractor. He has donated the $49,000 to communit more
Salesforce Named to World's Most Ethical Companies List for 17th Year
SAN FRANCISCO, California, March 18 [Category: BizHuman Resources/Personnel] -- Salesforce, a customer relationship management company, issued the following news release:
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Salesforce Named to World's Most Ethical Companies List for 17th Year
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Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and measuring corporate ethical standards of business practices, has once again recognized Salesforce as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies(r).
Why it matters: Trust has been Salesforce's number one more
Senate Approves Pa. State Sen. Pennycuick Measure to Protect Children From Harmful AI Chats
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, March 18 -- The Pennsylvania Senate Republicans issued the following news release on March 17, 2026:
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Senate Approves Pennycuick Measure to Protect Children from Harmful AI Chats
The Senate today approved legislation sponsored by Communications and Technology Committee Chair Sen. Tracy Pennycuick (R-24) to establish commonsense safeguards for children interacting with artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots.
Senate Bill 1090, the Safeguarding Adolescents from Exp more
Sylvester Receives its First Specialized Program of Research Excellence Award from NIH
MIAMI, Florida, March 18 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Sylvester Receives its First Specialized Program of Research Excellence Award from NIH
Summary
* The award supports an interdisciplinary, collaborative research program on anal and cervical cancer prevention and treatment.
* The program, Personalized Outreach and Multifaceted Interventions for Screening Enhancement (PROMISE), is led by researchers at Sylvester, Emory University and more
TCS and Pearson partner to accelerate AI-powered learning for global industries
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, March 18 [Category: BizEducation] -- Pearson Education issued the following news release:
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TCS and Pearson partner to accelerate AI-powered learning for global industries
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The multi-year partnership will help enterprises build future-ready workforces by combining AI-powered learning, assessment, and cloud-led transformation at scale.
LONDON and MUMBAI -March 18, 2026 - Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's lifelong learning company, and Tata Consultancy Services (T more
Tech Pioneer Nate Nichols '05 Named 2026 Commencement Speaker
GREENCASTLE, Indiana, March 18 -- DePauw University posted the following news:
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Tech Pioneer Nate Nichols '05 Named 2026 Commencement Speaker
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Distinguished DePauw alumnus Nate Nichols '05 will return to campus as the featured speaker for the university's 187th Commencement ceremony. Nichols, an innovator for two decades in artificial intelligence and human interaction, will draw from his extensive experience as a researcher, developer and executive leader to inspire the Class of 2026. more
TEDCO Announces Recent Investment in Sybal
COLUMBIA, Maryland, March 18 -- TEDCO, the Maryland Technology Development Corp., issued the following news release on March 17, 2026:
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TEDCO Announces Recent Investment in Sybal
Maryland-founded software solutions company providing real-time feedback on policies
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TEDCO, Maryland's economic engine for technology companies, announced a recent $35,000 Pre-Seed Builder Fund follow-on investment in Sybal. This Maryland-based software startup provides computational governance solutions des more
Tennessee Tech students represent university at Southeast Journalism Conference
COOKEVILLE, Tennessee, March 18 -- Tennessee Technological University issued the following news release:
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Tennessee Tech students represent university at Southeast Journalism Conference
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Students from Tennessee Tech University's student media programs connected with peers and industry professionals from across the region recently at the Southeast Journalism Conference.
The annual gathering brings together collegiate journalists from more than 30 universities across at least six state more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy & Federal Aviation Administration Announce New Measure to Enhance Safety between Airplanes & Helicopters
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release:
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Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy & Federal Aviation Administration Announce New Measure to Enhance Safety between Airplanes & Helicopters
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More stringent safety protocol is based on a year-long analysis following the tragic 2025 DCA midair collision
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Bryan B more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy & Federal Aviation Administration Announce New Measure to Enhance Safety between Airplanes & Helicopters
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release:
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Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy & Federal Aviation Administration Announce New Measure to Enhance Safety between Airplanes & Helicopters
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Bryan Bedford today announced a new measure to enhance safety in areas where helicopters more
UMass Amherst to Host Nursing and Engineering Innovation Symposium April 8
AMHERST, Massachusetts, March 18 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news:
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UMass Amherst to Host Nursing and Engineering Innovation Symposium April 8
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Researchers, clinicians and industry leaders will gather at the University of Massachusetts Amherst on Wednesday, April 8 for the 2026 Nursing and Engineering Innovation Symposium, an event highlighting collaboration between nursing and engineering to advance patient care.Hosted by the Elaine Marieb Center for Nursin more
UMGC Professor Advances Workforce-Ready AI Education
ADELPHI, Maryland, March 18 -- The University of Maryland Global Campus issued the following news:
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UMGC Professor Advances Workforce-Ready AI Education
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Collegiate associate professor of computer science at University of Maryland Global Campus (UMGC) Najam Hassan, PhD, has been selected as a National Science Foundation National AI Research Resource ( NAIRR ) AI Education Fellow, one of 25 in the inaugural cohort.
This national honor recognizes Hassan's long-standing leadership in ar more
University of Chicago: Printing electronic parts for next-generation technologies
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 18 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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Printing electronic parts for next-generation technologies
Researchers from Argonne, UChicago show how custom inks and advanced fabrication methods enable durable transistors for smart devices
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Tiny devices called microelectronics may one day be printed as easily as words on a page, thanks to new research.
Building on years of progress in printed electronics, a team from Argonne National Laboratory more
URI Office of Strategic Initiatives hosts 38th annual Labor and Employment Law Conference, March 27
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, March 18 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news:
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URI Office of Strategic Initiatives hosts 38th annual Labor and Employment Law Conference, March 27
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KINGSTON, R.I. - March 18, 2026 - The University of Rhode Island Office of Strategic Initiatives, in partnership with the URI Schmidt Center for Labor Relations and Human Resources, will hold its 38th annual Labor and Employment Law Conference on Friday, March 27. The conference will take plac more
USC-School of Engineering: Your Company Could be Buying the Wrong Information
LOS ANGELES, California, March 18 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Your Company Could be Buying the Wrong Information
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Every six months, dentists insist on X-rays. Patients sit still, bite down on that uncomfortable plastic tab, and assume that someone, somewhere, has determined this is worth doing, and that a particular X-ray test is more important than other tests. But have they?
Not every test can be run. Some inform more
Vanderbilt University: New courses prepare students to create impact in a changing world
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 18 -- Vanderbilt University posted the following news release:
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New courses prepare students to create impact in a changing world
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Vanderbilt's undergraduate, graduate and professional schools are taking on the challenges of an ever-evolving world with dozens of new courses and programs for the 2026-27 school year. Here are some of the new academic ways the university is preparing students to combine knowledge and vision to create future impact.
ARTIFICIA more
WATCH: Sen. Schiff Dismantles Republican SAVE America Act, Urges Congress to Focus on Lowering Costs Not Disenfranchising Voters
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Sen. Schiff Dismantles Republican SAVE America Act, Urges Congress to Focus on Lowering Costs Not Disenfranchising Voters
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Schiff: "This legislation will not save anything about America, but it will destroy something precious about this country. It is not meant to empower people to determine the direction of the nation, but to deprive them of that power. Not to encourage citizen participa more
Who will win March Madness this year? Houston, predicts AI tool developed by Bryant alum
SMITHFIELD, Rhode Island, March 18 -- Bryant University issued the following news:
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Who will win March Madness this year? Houston, predicts AI tool developed by Bryant alum
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ChatGPT recently dropped the ball on choosing the winner of this year's March Madness tournament: "I can't predict the exact winner. March Madness is highly unpredictable," the AI chatbot replied unhelpfully. Anthropic's Claude dribbled out a little more information, noting that the favorites to win the NCAA men's more
WLF to California: Political Speech Isn't Pollution, It's Protected
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Washington Legal Foundation issued the following news release:
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WLF to California: Political Speech Isn't Pollution, It's Protected
*"California wants to take down disfavored political speech and use social media platforms to do the dirty work." -Zac Morgan, WLF Senior Litigation Counsel
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Washington Legal Foundation (WLF) today urged the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit to uphold a lower court decision striking down a Calif more
Wright State alumnus securing the world's inboxes
KENT, Ohio, March 18 -- Wright State University posted the following news:
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Wright State alumnus securing the world's inboxes
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"I think I learned a lot of life skills at Wright State. It wasn't just a place to get your degree. It's where I learned how to talk to people from different countries, how to understand their intentions and how to communicate better with them."-Medha Karri '21
Every day, billions of emails and text messages travel the globe -confirming medical appointments, t more
Commerce IG: 'Department of Commerce FY 2025 Financial Statements'
WASHINGTON, March 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Commerce Inspector General issued the following report (No. OIG-26-007-A) on Feb. 3, 2026 entitled "Department of Commerce FY 2025 Financial Statements."
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I am pleased to present the Department of Commerce's Fiscal Year 2025 Agency Financial Report. This report highlights what we accomplished in FY 2025, where we faced challenges, and how we managed taxpayer dollars responsibly while delivering real results for the American economy more
Illinois Primaries are a Preview to the Billionaires Trying to Buy Our Elections and the Coalitions and Educators Who Will Stop Them
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 17 [Category: Education] -- Chicago Teachers Union issued the following news release:
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Illinois Primaries are a Preview to the Billionaires Trying to Buy Our Elections and the Coalitions and Educators Who Will Stop Them
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Chicago, IL. In response to the election night primary results in Illinois that saw corporate and right-wing dark money entities spend more than $40M dollars, Chicago Teachers Union Vice President Jackson Potter issued the following;
This ele more
Mount Sinai Collaborates With Midstream Health to Use AI-Powered Financial Intelligence to Identify Cost-Saving Opportunities
NEW YORK, March 17 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release:
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Mount Sinai Collaborates With Midstream Health to Use AI-Powered Financial Intelligence to Identify Cost-Saving Opportunities
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The Mount Sinai Health System today announced a collaboration with Midstream Health, an artificial intelligence (AI)-powered proactive financial action platform, to implement real-time intelligence that enhances financial operations and improves workflow more
PNNL Charts Global Insider Threat Roadmap
WASHINGTON, March 17 (TNSLrpt) -- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued report number PNNL-37214, 'Advancing INFCIRC/908 Insider Threat Mitigation International Working Group Activity Roadmap, 2025-2027,' authored by Christine F. Noonan, John Landers, Jessica A. Baweja, Allison D. Irwin, and Jessica K. Snider. The document outlines a two-year plan for the IAEA's INFCIRC/908 working group to counter insider threats at nuclear facilities. Dated January 2025 and prepared for DOE, it targets more
PNNL Crafts CWMD Zero Trust Cybersecurity Model
WASHINGTON, March 17 (TNSLrpt) -- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued report number PNNL-37516, 'Countering Weapons of Mass Destruction (CWMD) Zero Trust Framework: CWMD Zero Trust Principles Model,' authored by Penny McKenzie, Mark Watson, Aubrie Kendall, Riley Maltos, Ernest Allard, Jarrett Zeliff, and Ernest Tumanyan. The document tailors Zero Trust principles for securing CBRN detection devices amid rising cyber threats. Dated March 2025, it maps federal guidance for DHS CWMD Test & more
PNNL Probes Aerosol-Cloud-Climate Links
WASHINGTON, March 17 (TNSLrpt) -- Pacific Northwest National Laboratory issued report number PNNL-38844, 'Aerosol-Cloud Interactions and the Intersection of Climate Forcing and Feedback,' authored by Andrew Gettelman. The project dissects process-level aerosol-cloud interactions (ACI) from turbulence to global scales, refining E3SM projections. Dated December 2025, it targets uncertainties in forcing and feedbacks using DOE data.
Aerosols seed clouds as CCN/IN, boosting drop numbers for brighte more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
H.R. 4776, Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13180) on March 10, 2026, by environmental policy analyst Heather McPherron and legislative attorney Kristen Hite.
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H.R. 4776, Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development Act (SPEED Act), as Passed by the House
H.R. 4776, the Standardizing Permitting and Expediting Economic Development Act (SPEED Act) as engrossed in the House of Repre more
Impact of Generative AI on Labor Markets - Frameworks Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13182) on March 10, 2026, by labor policy analyst Elizabeth Weber Handwerker:
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The Impact of Generative AI on Labor Markets: Frameworks
Rapid advancements in the capability and availability of artificial intelligence (AI) - particularly of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI), a subset of AI that can generate new content - have been accompanied by concerns that thes more
Implementation of the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 & Retroactivity for Benefit Applications Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13181) on March 10, 2026, by social policy analyst Zhe Li:
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Implementation of the Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 and Retroactivity for Benefit Applications
The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 (SSFA, P.L. 118-273), signed into law on January 5, 2025, repealed two Social Security provisions - the Government Pension Offset (GPO) and the Windfall Elimination Provis more
India-U.S. - Major Arms Transfers & Military Exercises Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12438) on March 10, 2026, by South Asian affairs specialist K. Alan Kronstadt:
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India-U.S.: Major Arms Transfers and Military Exercises
In October 2025, India's defense minister - in the course of inking a third 10-year defense framework agreement with the United States - called defense "the major pillar" of bilateral ties. The latest pact, meant to strengthen "interopera more
National Flood Insurance Program Borrowing Authority Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN10784) on March 10, 2026, by Diane P. Horn, flood insurance and emergency management specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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National Flood Insurance Program Borrowing Authority
This Insight evaluates the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) borrowing authority to receive loans from the Treasury and the current financial situation of the NFIP. On February 10, 2025, the NFIP bo more
National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration FY2026 Budget Request & Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13024) on March 12, 2026, by natural resource policy specialist Eva Lipiec.
Here are excerpts:
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National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) FY2026 Budget Request and Appropriations
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) is an agency in the Department of Commerce. NOAA's stated mission is to understand and predict changes in climate, weather more
U.S. Military Operations Against Iran - Munitions & Missile Defense Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 13 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12668) on March 12, 2026, by defense policy analysts Hannah D. Dennis and Daniel M. Gettinger:
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Congress has expressed interest in the status of the U.S. military's inventories of munitions (e.g., ammunition, bombs, missiles, torpedoes, anti-aircraft weapons, missile interceptors). Since the United States and Israel launched military operations against Iran on February 28, more
Hydrofluorocarbon Phasedown - Background & Issues Facing Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11779) on March 11, 2026, by environmental policy analyst Kathryn G. Kynett and legislative attorney Kristen Hite.
Here are excerpts:
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Hydrofluorocarbon Phasedown: Background and Issues Facing Congress
The United States is phasing down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020 (AIM) (P.L. 116-260, Division S, Sec.103; codified more
International Agreements & Non-binding Instruments - The Case-Zablocki Act Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11403) on March 11, 2026, by legislative attorney Karen Sokol:
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International Agreements and Non-binding Instruments: The Case-Zablocki Act (Case Act)
In the early 1970s, Congress passed legislation to address concerns that Presidents were increasingly bypassing the Article II treaty process by using executive agreements to make international legal commitments for t more
Offshore Energy Agency Appropriations, FY2025 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12782) on March 11, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay.
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Offshore Energy Agency Appropriations, FY2025
Three entities in the Department of the Interior (DOI) share responsibility for managing the nation's ocean energy resources on almost 2.5 billion acres of the U.S. outer continental shelf (OCS). The Bureau of Ocean Energy Man more
Prospects for U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Energy Cooperation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10799) on March 11, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Paul K. Kerr and Middle Eastern affairs specialist Christopher M. Blanchard:
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Prospects for U.S.-Saudi Nuclear Energy Cooperation
The 119th Congress may engage the Trump Administration with regard to U.S. policy toward Saudi Arabia's National Project for Atomic Energy and proposals for U.S.-Saudi nuclear energy coop more
Trump Administration Actions to Curtail Offshore Wind Energy Development Meet Judicial Resistance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11402) on March 11, 2026, by legislative attorney Adam Vann:
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Trump Administration Actions to Curtail Offshore Wind Energy Development Meet Judicial Resistance
In 2025 the Trump Administration took a number of actions that could affect the continued development and use of renewable energy resources, especially offshore wind energy projects. These actions, which incl more
Trump Administration's Cyber Strategy Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12667) on March 11, 2026, by cybersecurity policy specialist Chris Jaikaran:
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The Trump Administration's Cyber Strategy
On March 6, 2026, the White House released President Trump's Cyber Strategy for America (the strategy). The document builds upon earlier cyber-related actions and describe the Administration's policies and postures on cybersecurity. This Insight describes more
China's Political System Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12505) on March 10, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Susan V. Lawrence.
Here are excerpts:
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China Primer: China's Political System
The People's Republic of China (PRC, or China) is the only Communist Party-led state among the five permanent members of the United Nations Security Council and among the G-20 major economies. As Congress has intensified its focus on China o more
FY2026 Appropriations for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water Infrastructure Programs Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13177) on March 9, 2026, by environmental policy specialists Jonathan L. Ramseur and Elena H. Humphreys.
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FY2026 Appropriations for U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Water Infrastructure Programs
Many policymakers and stakeholders have raised concerns about the condition of the nation's local drinking water and wastewater infrastructure and th more
Interest Rate Caps on Credit Cards - Policy Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12861) on March 10, 2026, by financial economics specialists Karl E. Schneider and Andrew P. Scott.
Here are excerpts:
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Interest Rate Caps on Credit Cards: Policy Issues
While the cost of financial services is a perennial topic of congressional debate, Congress has recently paid particular attention to the costs associated with credit cards, one of the most popular payme more
Prescription Drug Importation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11056) on March 10, 2026, by health policy specialist Amanda K. Sarata:
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Prescription Drug Importation
In the context of rising drug prices, commercial and personal importation of prescription drugs from other countries at lower prices is often a subject of discussion. Generally, the importation or reimportation of a prescription drug that does not meet Federal Food, Drug more
Security of Weapons of Mass Destruction-Related Materials in the Iran Conflict Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12666) on March 9, 2026, by nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin:
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Security of Weapons of Mass Destruction (WMD)-Related Materials in the Iran Conflict: Considerations for Congress
As U.S. military operations in Iran continue, Congress may examine how U.S. and partner forces plan to address potential loss of control by Iranian authorities of weapons of mass des more
U.S. Army's Maneuver Short-Range Air Defense System - SGT Stout Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 11 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12397) on March 10, 2026, by Military Ground Forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S. Army's Maneuver Short-Range Air Defense (MSHORAD) System - SGT Stout
Background
The Army is developing a new maneuver short-range air defense system (M-SHORAD) to perform short-range air defense (SHORAD). On June 14, 2024, the Army design more
Decennial Census of Population & Housing Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12909) on March 9, 2026, American national government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl.
Here are excerpts:
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The Decennial Census of Population and Housing: An Overview
Every decade in the year ending with "0," the U.S. Census Bureau conducts the decennial census of population and housing. The decennial census is mandated by Article I, Section 2 of the U.S. Constitution, in order more
Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13175) on March 9, 2026, by research librarian Clayton M. Levy.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency
The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) is an agency within the Department of Defense (DOD), which is "using a secondary Department of War designation," under Executive Order 14347, dated September 5, 2025. The DPAA's stated mission is to "provide th more
Foreign Agents Registration Act - Foreign Principal Locations & Activities in the U.S. Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13176) on March 9, 2026, by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus.
Here are excerpts:
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Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA): Foreign Principal Locations and Activities in the United States
The Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA; 22 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.611-621) requires foreign agents (i.e., individuals and groups) doing political, advocacy, or representational work in the more
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Authorities & Rulemaking Process Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13178) on March 9, 2026, by transportation policy analyst Naseeb A. Souweidane.
Here are excerpts:
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NHTSA's Authorities and Rulemaking Process
NHTSA Background and Authorities
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of the Department of Transportation (DOT), is primarily responsible for motor vehicle and highway safety. Congress established high more
U.S. Army's Indirect Fire Protection Capability System Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, March 10 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12421) on March 9, 2026, by military ground forces specialist Andrew Feickert and Army fellow Ebrima M'Bai.
Here are excerpts:
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The U.S. Army's Indirect Fire Protection Capability (IFPC) System
Background
Protecting high-value military sites against enemy cruise missile (CM), uncrewed aerial system (UAS), and rocket, artillery, and mortar (RAM) attacks has long been an more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Mending Health Advocates for Changes to Enrollment Rules in Response to CMS Proposal
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Mending Health Inc. has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) regarding proposed regulations for the 2027 benefit year. The letter outlines the company's recommendations aimed at enhancing access to healthcare while addressing concerns about potential fraud in enrollment processes.
Mending Health emphasizes the importance of integrating Direct Primary Care (DPC) into health insurance offerings, which has become a cornerst more
Michigan Council of Animal Welfare Addresses USDA Document on Breeding Dog Standards
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- The Michigan Council of Animal Welfare (MICAW), representing 29 commercial dog breeders, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service. The letter focuses on concerns and recommendations related to proposed standards for breeding female dogs.
MICAW emphasized the need for a precise definition of "breeding female," proposing it refer to intact females either pregnant or having recently whelped. The organ more
PETA Urges USDA to Overhaul Dog Breeding Standards Amid Claims of Widespread Neglect
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture urging the federal agency to adopt enhanced welfare standards for breeding female dogs and their puppies. Asserting the inadequacy of current regulations, PETA emphasizes that millions of dogs are abandoned or neglected in the U.S., and measures must be taken to ensure proper care and oversight within commercial breeding facilities.
In its letter more
Tipoffs: Iran
Anti-Defamation League: Representatives of J7 Large Jewish Communities Urge U.N. Representatives to Take Action in the Face of Rising Antisemitism
NEW YORK, March 19 -- The Anti-Defamation League, an anti-hate organization that aims to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment for all, posted the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Representatives of J7 Large Jewish Communities Urge U.N. Representatives to Take Action in the Face of Rising Antisemitism
Members of the J7 Large Jewish Communities Task Force Against Antisemitism, representing the Jewish diaspora communities in Argentina, more
Brandeis University Experts Analyze Global Impact Of Conflict With Iran
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Coordinated strikes against Iran by the U.S. and Israel have initiated a conflict that has displaced hundreds of thousands and destabilized global markets, according to experts at a Brandeis University forum. Panelists from the Crown Center for Middle East Studies met to analyze the military and economic consequences of the campaign.
Gary Samore, director of Crown Family and professor of the practice of politics, stated the military campaign has been effective. He noted more
CUNY: Graduate Center Alumna Wins an Oscar
NEW YORK, March 19 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center issued the following news on March 18, 2026:
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Graduate Center Alumna Wins an Oscar
For Natalie Musteata, a side project that began during her Ph.D. days took her to Hollywood's biggest stage.
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As Natalie Musteata (Ph.D. '19, Art History) worked on her dissertation, she and her partner spent their weekends writing movie scripts.
That pastime paid off on Sunday night, when she and Alexandre Singh won the Academy Awar more
DNC: Data - Trump Pushes Prices Even Higher
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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NEW DATA: Trump Pushes Prices Even Higher
New economic data released today shows that Donald Trump's reckless policies continue to jack up prices for everyday Americans. Producer prices are up 3.4% from a year ago -- its largest increase in over a year and above expectations. Core PPI also climbed 3.5% year over year, exceeding forecasts as well.
Meanwhile, Trump's unpopular more
DNC: Vance Travels to Michigan to Brag About the Tanking Trump-Vance Economy
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Vance Travels to Michigan to Brag About the Tanking Trump-Vance Economy
JD Vance traveled to Michigan today to try to spin his and Donald Trump's failing economy, while their deeply unpopular war of choice with Iran rages on with no end in sight. Already, at least 13 service members have been killed and 200 injured as prices skyrocket for Americans back home.
In Michigan alon more
DNI Gabbard Releases 2026 Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSbrep) -- The Office of the Director of National Intelligence issued the following news release:
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DNI Gabbard Releases 2026 Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the Office of the Director of National Intelligence released the 2026 Annual Threat Assessment of the U.S. Intelligence Community (IC). This report reflects the insights of the entire IC, which is committed to providing timely, actionable intelligence to t more
Farmers Applaud Action to Increase Fertilizer Supplies
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, March 19 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Farmers Applaud Action to Increase Fertilizer Supplies
American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall commented today on President Trump's decision to waive Jones Act regulations for fuel and fertilizer imports coming through America's ports, as Farm Bureau requested.
"Farmers applaud President Trump for temporarily waiving Jones Act regulations to allow mo more
House Armed Services Committee Chair Rogers: NATO Is Stepping Up, But U.S. Leadership In Europe Is Still Essential
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Mike Rogers, R-Alabama, chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following news release:
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Rogers: NATO Is Stepping Up, But U.S. Leadership In Europe Is Still Essential
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL), delivered the following opening remarks at a hearing on the U.S. military posture and security challenges in Europe.
Chairman Rogers' Statement As Prepared For Delivery:
Today, we continue our posture hearings with more
House Budget Committee Ranking Member Boyle Issues Statement on March 2026 Fed Interest Rate Decision
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on March 18, 2026:
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Boyle Statement on March 2026 Fed Interest Rate Decision
Today, Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announced it would be maintaining the current interest rate target range:
"Our economy was already showing more
House Commerce Committee Ranking Member Pallone Issues Opening Remarks at Hearing on the ITU and Next Year's World Radiocommunication Conference
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Pallone Opening Remarks at Hearing on the ITU and Next Year's World Radiocommunication Conference
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks at today's Communications and Technology Subcommittee hearing on "Securing U.S. Leadership of Communications more
House Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Pallone: Republicans Doubling Down on Health Care Affordability Crisis
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Pallone: Republicans Doubling Down on Health Care Affordability Crisis
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) delivered the following opening remarks today at a Health Subcommittee hearing on "Lowering Health Care Costs for All Americans: An Examination of the U.S. Provider Landscape: more
ICYMI: Heinrich and Whitehouse Host Roundtable on Skyrocketing Energy Costs Since Trump Took Office
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, ranking member of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on March 17, 2026:
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ICYMI: Heinrich and Whitehouse Host Roundtable on Skyrocketing Energy Costs Since Trump Took Office
Household electricity bills costs have gone up by 13% in the last year
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Today U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and U.S. Senato more
NFL: Tom Brady Would 'Never Say Never' to Competing in Flag Football at 2028 Olympics
CANTON, Ohio, March 19 -- The National Football League posted the following news:
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Tom Brady would 'never say never' to competing in flag football at 2028 Olympics
Bobby Kownack, Digital Content Producer
Tom Brady famously retired and unretired from the NFL during the 2022 offseason.
Could the seven-time Super Bowl champion, who hung it up "for good" in 2023, pull another reversal to go for gold in flag football at the 2028 Summer Olympics in Los Angeles?
"I would never say never," Br more
Radio interview - Triple M Hobart
CANBERRA, Australia, March 19 -- The office of the Prime Minister of Australia issued the following news release:
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Radio interview - Triple M Hobart
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ANDY TAYLOR, HOST: Right now, we are talking to the Prime Minister of Australia. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is in the state right now and he joins us live on Triple M. Welcome back to the show, Prime Minister.
ANTHONY ALBANESE, PRIME MINISTER: Good morning. It's a beautiful day here in Hobart I've got to say.
KAZ MCMULLEN, HOST: more
Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on How Trump's Soft-on-Drug Policies Are Making Americans Less Safe
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on How Trump's Soft-on-Drug Policies Are Making Americans Less Safe
Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at the Subcommittee on Oversight hearing examining how the Trump Administration is making Americans more
Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Republicans' Plan to Kick Kids Out of Schools
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Republicans' Plan to Kick Kids Out of Schools
Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at a Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government hearing examining how Republicans want to kick kids out o more
Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Republicans' Refusal to Address the Trump Affordability Crisis
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on March 17, 2026:
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Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on Republicans' Refusal to Address the Trump Affordability Crisis
Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at the Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust hearing examining R more
Ranking Member Takano's Remarks at Hearing on Package of Veterans' Bills
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Mark Takano, D-California, ranking member of the House Veterans' Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Ranking Member Takano's Remarks at Hearing on Package of Veterans' Bills
Today, House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Ranking Member Mark Takano delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at today's House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Full Committee hearing on 27 bills.
"Thank you, Mr. Chairman.?
The Departmen more
Rep. Sykes Backs Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Enforcement of Iran Sanctions
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Rep. Sykes Backs Bipartisan Bill to Strengthen Enforcement of Iran Sanctions
U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) is proud to see the Enhanced Iran Sanctions Act of 2025, bipartisan legislation she cosponsored, pass the House. The bill strengthens enforcement of U.S. sanctions on Iran's illicit oil trade.
The bill targets foreign entities that help Iran move and sell oil i more
Save the Children: Middle East Regional Conflict Blocking Lifesaving Aid for Over 400,000 Children
WESTPORT, Connecticut, March 19 -- Save the Children, an organization that says it is giving children a healthy start in life, opportunity to learn and protection from harm, posted the following news release:
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Middle East regional conflict blocking lifesaving aid for over 400,000 children
LONDON/GENEVA - The conflict in the Middle East and wider region is obstructing key delivery routes for humanitarian supplies, delaying lifesaving medical shipments for at least 410,000 children in thre more
Sen. Whitehouse Investigates Alarming Mismatch Between Reported Methane Emissions and Actual Methane Emissions in Permian Basin
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on March 18, 2026:
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Whitehouse Investigates Alarming Mismatch Between Reported Methane Emissions and Actual Methane Emissions in Permian Basin
Recent satellite data show methane emissions four times higher than industry reports
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Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Environment and Public Works more
Senator Warren Statement on Upcoming FOMC Decision
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following statement on March 18, 2026:
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Senator Warren Statement on Upcoming FOMC Decision
United States Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee released the following statement:
"Americans deserve lower interest rates and lower costs. But one man continues to stand in more
Senators Coons, Blunt Rochester, Colleagues Introduce New Bill to Cut Taxes for Millions of Working Americans
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release on March 17, 2026:
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Senators Coons, Blunt Rochester, colleagues introduce new bill to cut taxes for millions of working Americans
Bill eliminates federal income taxes for Americans making under $46,000; is fully paid for by ensuring Americans making over a million dollars pay their fair share
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U.S. Senators Chris Coons and Lisa Blunt Rochester (both D-Del.), Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.), Mark Kel more
Subcommittee Chair Bergman: Congress Must Invest In Mobility To Meet Future Threats
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Jack Bergman, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, issued the following news release:
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Bergman: Congress Must Invest In Mobility To Meet Future Threats
U.S. Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Readiness, submitted the following opening remarks for the record at a joint hearing on the posture of U.S. Transportation Command and the Maritime Administration in Fiscal Year 2027.
Rep Bergman's more
Subcommittee Ranking Member Nadler's Opening Statement at Hearing on Republicans' Refusal to Address the Trump Affordability Crisis
WASHINGTON, March 19 -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform and Antitrust, issued the following news release on March 17, 2026:
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Subcommittee Ranking Member Nadler's Opening Statement at Hearing on Republicans' Refusal to Address the Trump Affordability Crisis
Today, Rep. Jerrold Nadler, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on the Administrative State, Regulatory Reform, and Antitrust, delivered more
U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom Report Highlights Global Religious Freedom Violations
WASHINGTON, March 19 (TNSLrpt) -- 2026 ANNUAL REPORT - A report from U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom - March 2026 (100 pages)
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The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom issued a report assessing global conditions related to freedom of religion or belief. The report provides policy recommendations aimed at addressing violations and strengthening international protections.
The report documents religious freedom conditions across the world, focusing on develo more
Amo, Murphy, Casar, Ansari Introduce Bicameral Bill To Ban Prediction Markets from Enabling Officials to Bet On and Profit Off War
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Gabe Amo, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Amo, Murphy, Casar, Ansari Introduce Bicameral Bill To Ban Prediction Markets from Enabling Officials to Bet On and Profit Off War
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WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01), U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-CT), Congressman Greg Casar (D-TX-35) and Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (D-AZ-03) unveiled the Banning Event Trading on Sensitive Operations and Federal Functions (BETS OFF) Act, bicameral more
Ansari Supports Bicameral Bill to Ban Prediction Markets on Government Actions, War, and Events Ripe for Rigging
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Yassamin Ansari, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Ansari Supports Bicameral Bill to Ban Prediction Markets on Government Actions, War, and Events Ripe for Rigging
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WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Congresswoman Yassamin Ansari (AZ-03) helped introduce the Banning Event Trading on Sensitive Operations and Federal Functions (BETS OFF) Act, bicameral legislation to ban wagering on government actions, terrorism, war, assassination, and events where an indi more
Australian P.M. Albanese Convenes National Cabinet Amid Global Security Concerns
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced at a doorstop interview in Burnie, Tasmania, that he will convene a virtual National Cabinet meeting on March 19, 2026, to coordinate fuel security and address supply chain challenges with state and territory leaders. Speaking from Burnie TAFE, Albanese also confirmed that an Iranian projectile struck near an Australian base in the United Arab Emirates, though no personnel were injured.
The prime minister emphasized th more
Booker and "Senate Six" "Declare War on Iran War"
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Booker and "Senate Six" "Declare War on Iran War"
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -In case you missed it, U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) and six of his Democratic colleagues are " on the war powers warpath " in response to President Trump's reckless and unconstitutional war on Iran, readying a "volley of war powers resolutions," and " threatening to use every procedural tool at their disposal " in order to e more
British Environment Dept. Launches National Plan for Land Resilience
LONDON, England, March 18 (TNSrpt) -- The British Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs issued the following news:
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New plans to reshape how we protect and manage our land
England's first Land Use Framework sets out a plan for managing the country's finite land to ensure the nation's long-term resilience
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The government has published England's first ever Land Use Framework - a plan for delivering new homes, nature restoration, clean energy and food security. It demonstra more
Cornyn Questions Trump Admin on Iran, Effects of Democrats' DHS Shutdown on Counterterrorism
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. John Cornyn, R-Texas, issued the following news:
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Cornyn Questions Trump Admin on Iran, Effects of Democrats' DHS Shutdown on Counterterrorism
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WASHINGTON - Today during the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Open Hearing on Worldwide Threats, U.S. Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) discussed with Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) Director John Ratcliffe and Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Director Kash Patel the national security threats posed by Iran's more
Crow Questions Trump Administration Officials About Protections of Civilians in Combat
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. Jason Crow, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Crow Questions Trump Administration Officials About Protections of Civilians in Combat
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Jason Crow (D-CO), a former Army Ranger and Ranking Member of the the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, questioned Trump Administration officials over decisions within the Department of Defense to fire personnel and defund offices responsible for mi more
Food and Water Watch: Oil Windfall Profits Tax Bill Introduced as Industry Cheers Sudden Price Spike and Exploding Profit Forecasts
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release:
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Oil Windfall Profits Tax Bill Introduced as Industry Cheers Sudden Price Spike and Exploding Profit Forecasts
"Big Oil will undoubtedly leverage the crisis to maximize profit margins, pinching American families..."
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Yesterday Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and Rep. Ro Khanna introduced the Big Oil Windfall Profits Tax Act. The legislation would impose an excise tax on the windfall profits of oil companies more
Georgia Gwinnett College: Global Supply Chains Feeling Ripple Effects of Iran Conflict
LAWRENCEVILLE, Georgia, March 18 -- Georgia Gwinnett College issued the following news on March 17, 2026:
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Global supply chains feeling ripple effects of Iran conflict
As attacks on shipping vessels and the instability it creates in the Strait of Hormuz continue, ripple effects are already being felt in the United States.
Sanjaya Mayadunne, associate professor of decision sciences and management information systems at Georgia Gwinnett College (GGC), said consumers are beginning to see t more
Grassley, Durbin Introduce the Baltic Security Assessment Act to Strengthen Diplomatic Relations, Security Cooperation Between U.S. and Baltic States
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Charles E. Grassley, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Grassley, Durbin Introduce the Baltic Security Assessment Act to Strengthen Diplomatic Relations, Security Cooperation Between U.S. and Baltic States
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WASHINGTON - Sens. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa) and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Co-Chairs of the Senate Baltic Freedom Caucus, introduced the Baltic Security Assessment Act, legislation requiring the Departments of State and Defense to submit a report to r more
Greenpeace response to Israeli military escalation in Lebanon
LONDON, England, March 18 [Category: Environment] -- Greenpeace International, a coordinating organization of Greenpeace, issued the following news release:
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Greenpeace response to Israeli military escalation in Lebanon
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Greenpeace International strongly condemns the ongoing and escalating invasion of Lebanon by Israeli forces, and calls for an immediate and unconditional cessation of hostilities by all parties to prevent further loss of life and avert an irreversible environmental and more
Hickenlooper, Murphy Introduce Bicameral Bill to Ban Prediction Markets On War, Government Actions
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Hickenlooper, Murphy Introduce Bicameral Bill to Ban Prediction Markets On War, Government Actions
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Legislation comes after several users on online prediction markets made millions in profit on bets surrounding Iran military operations
WASHINGTON - Yesterday, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper and Chris Murphy introduced the Banning Event Trading on Sensitive Operations and Federal Functions ( more
How Human Rights Watch Mitigates Harm when Publishing Open-Source Analysis
NEW YORK, March 18 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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How Human Rights Watch Mitigates Harm when Publishing Open-Source Analysis
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Shayan Sardarizadeh, a journalist at BBC Verify, warned on March 9 that great care was needed in publishing analysis of videos from Iran to avoid putting people at risk of identification and detention. He highlighted the risk that publishing the coordinates of videos could reveal the home addresses of the people who h more
Human Rights & Tech Justice Organizations Urge Court to Take Into Account Big Tech's Impact on Civilians in War in Amicus in Anthropic V. DOW
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, March 19 -- The Abolitionist Law Center posted the following news:
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Human Rights & Tech Justice Organizations Urge Court to Take into Account Big Tech's Impact on Civilians in War in Amicus in Anthropic v. DOW
San Francisco, CA--Anthropic's "red line" on the Trump Administration's use of its Artificial Intelligence product "Claude" to enable fully autonomous lethal warfare overlooks the unlawful danger posed to civilians by the U.S. Department of War's ("DOW") u more
Human Rights Watch: Middle East Conflict - No Room for Double Standards on International Law
NEW YORK, March 18 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following statement on March 17, 2026:
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Middle East Conflict: No Room for Double Standards on International Law
This statement was delivered by Human Rights Watch at the 61st regular session of the UN Human Rights Council during a general debate on human rights situations that require the Council's attention held on March 16-17, 2026.
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Mr. President,
Human Rights Watch is extremely concerned about the more
ICYMI: Bennet Slams Trump's Inconsistent Messaging, Failure to Heed Intelligence Community's Assessments on Unauthorized War with Iran
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Bennet Slams Trump's Inconsistent Messaging, Failure to Heed Intelligence Community's Assessments on Unauthorized War with Iran
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Video of Bennet's Full Line of Questioning is Available HERE
Washington, D.C. -Today, Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet, a member of the Senate Intelligence Committee, questioned President Trump's intelligence agency leaders, including Director of the C more
ICYMI: Governor Katie Hobbs Brings Fight for Arizona's Colorado River Water to National Business Leaders
PHOENIX, Arizona, March 18 -- Gov. Katie Hobbs, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Governor Katie Hobbs Brings Fight for Arizona's Colorado River Water to National Business Leaders
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Phoenix, AZ - Since taking office, Governor Katie Hobbs has been a leader on Colorado River negotiations. After years of impasse, Governor Hobbs brokered a deal between the three Lower Basin States to conserve historic volumes of water in Lake Mead. Since the federal deadline for a new de more
ICYMI: Pfluger Urges Any Lukoil Asset Sale to Permanently Sever Russian Control
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Pfluger Urges Any Lukoil Asset Sale to Permanently Sever Russian Control
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WASHINGTON, DC - ICYMI (In Case Your Missed It): As first reported in Fox News, Representatives August Pfluger (TX-11), Craig Goldman (TX-12), Julie Fedorchak (ND-At Large), Randy Weber (TX-14), Pat Fallon (TX-04), and Dan Crenshaw (TX-02) sent a letter last week to the U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent applauding more
Intelligence Officials Tell Senator King They Assessed Iran Would Likely Hold the Strait of Hormuz as Leverage
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Angus S. King Jr., I-Maine, issued the following news release:
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Intelligence Officials Tell Senator King They Assessed Iran Would Likely Hold the Strait of Hormuz as Leverage
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To watch or download the exchange, click here
WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Angus King (I-ME) pressed administration officials on known intelligence that Iran could consider a blockage of the Strait of Hormuz as leverage if the United States attacked Iran. In the annual Worl more
Job Losses and Soaring Energy Prices Force Fed to Hold Rates Steady As Stagflation Warnings Grow
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, posted the following news release:
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Job Losses and Soaring Energy Prices Force Fed to Hold Rates Steady As Stagflation Warnings Grow
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Today, the Federal Reserve held the federal funds rate at 3.50% to 3.75%. The decision comes amid mounting signs of strain in the economy: the labor market is shedding jobs, energy prices are surging as a result of Trump's war in Iran, and more
Jones Act Waived as Energy Costs Surge During Iran War
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Sociological] -- Cato Institute issued the following news release:
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Jones Act Waived as Energy Costs Surge During Iran War
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Today, President Donald Trump waived a century-old shipping law to allow foreign vessels to ship goods between American ports, as the administration races to contain rising fuel prices caused by the war in Iran.
In a new statement, Cato scholar and Jones Act expert, Colin Grabow says "The Trump administration's decision to waive t more
Leaders Address War in Ukraine, Russia Threat
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Leaders Address War in Ukraine, Russia Threat
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President Donald J. Trump's administration is negotiating with Russia and Ukraine to secure a durable peace based on credible security guarantees, beginning with a strong Ukraine and Europe, said Daniel L. Zimmerman, assistant secretary of war for international security affairs, during a House Armed Services Committee hearing today.
It is important that allies more
Markey, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration Deny Saudi Arabia Access to Nuclear Weapons Technologies
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Markey, Colleagues Demand Trump Administration Deny Saudi Arabia Access to Nuclear Weapons Technologies
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Call Out Hypocrisy of Trump Administration for Letting Saudi Arabia Develop Nuclear Program While Waging War on Iran
Letter Text (PDF)
Washington (March 18, 2026) - Senators Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.) and Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), co-chairs of the bicameral Nuclear Weapons and Arms C more
Media Tip Sheet: Sanae Takaichi Visits Washington to Discuss Iran Tensions
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Sanae Takaichi Visits Washington to Discuss Iran Tensions
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WASHINGTON (March 18, 2026) - Japan's Prime Minister, Sanae Takaichi, will visit Washington D.C. this Thursday for a summit. During her visit, Takaichi will tell President Trump what Japan legally "can and cannot do" regarding their role in the Iran war. Earlier this week, Trump urged America's allies to join the war by sending shi more
National Association of Scholars President Wood Testifies Before Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Committee
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee released the following written testimony by Peter Wood, president of the National Association of Scholars, New York, New York, from a March 12, 2026, hearing entitled "Transparency and Trust: Exposing Malign Foreign Influence in Higher Education":
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1. Introduction
Chairman Cassidy M.D., Ranking Member Sanders and Members of the Committee:
My name is Peter Wood. I am the President of the National Associati more
New Polling: As Trump's War Drives Up Energy Prices, Americans Call for Corporate Profiteering Crackdown
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, posted the following news release:
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New Polling: As Trump's War Drives Up Energy Prices, Americans Call for Corporate Profiteering Crackdown
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As President Trump's escalating war with Iran pushes energy prices higher, Americans are looking for ways to keep electricity bills in check. New polling from Groundwork Collaborative and Data for Progress reveals Americans reject more
On Senate Floor, Warren Fights Back Against "Jim Crow 2.0," Slams Trump's Reckless War in Iran
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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On Senate Floor, Warren Fights Back Against "Jim Crow 2.0," Slams Trump's Reckless War in Iran
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Warren calls for lowering costs for health care, child care instead of funding war
"[I]nstead of changing their policies and actually trying to help the American people... Trump and the Republicans are working to keep as many Americans from voting as possible... Every Senator must vote no." more
Peterson Institute for International Economics Issues Commentary: Can the EU Lead a New World Order in Trade?
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on March 17, 2026, by senior fellow Cecilia Malmstrom:
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Can the EU lead a new world order in trade?
The Trump administration's trade wars, unrelenting despite the Supreme Court's rebuff, continue to sow distrust in Europe. New tariff threats against many European countries (over Greenland and more recently against Spain over the Iran war) have convinced even the most diehard Atlanti more
Soaring Fuel And Metals Costs Send Prices Higher For Construction Materials In February; Iran War Makes Further Increases Likely
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 18 [Category: Construction] (TNSbrep) -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release:
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Soaring Fuel And Metals Costs Send Prices Higher For Construction Materials In February; Iran War Makes Further Increases Likely
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Construction Association Officials Warn Rising Metals and Fuel Costs Could Put Additional Pressure on Project Budgets; Impact on Project Delays and Costs Depends on Extent of Damage and War's Duration
The produce more
U.S. Allows Russia a 30-Day Waiver to Sell Sanctioned Oil
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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U.S. Allows Russia a 30-Day Waiver to Sell Sanctioned Oil
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Key Takeaways
1 The Trump administration has issued Russia a 30-day waiver to sell its sanctioned oil and petroleum products that are currently stranded on ships at sea.
2 Ukraine and some of its allies have expressed concerns because ongoing sanctions have been reducing Russian income, but the Treasury Department fe more
U.S. Will Release 172 Million Barrels of Oil From the Strategic Petroleum Reserve
WASHINGTON, March 18 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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U.S. Will Release 172 Million Barrels of Oil From the Strategic Petroleum Reserve
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Key Takeaways
1 Member states of the IEA have agreed to release 400 million barrels of strategic reserves in the wake of Iran's closure and mining of the Strait of Hormuz.
2 The U.S. share will be 172 million barrels over four months, beginning next week in conjunction with other members.
3 T more
UK commits PS15 million for vulnerable people affected by Middle East conflict
LONDON, England, March 18 -- The British Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office issued the following news:
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UK commits PS15 million for vulnerable people affected by Middle East conflict
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Hundreds of thousands of people fleeing conflict in the Middle East will receive life-saving support, thanks to new funding announced today by the Foreign Secretary.
In total, PS15 million from the UK will be allocated to organisations across the Middle East and surrounding regions to address more
UK defence industry steps up support for Gulf partners facing Iranian attacks
LONDON, England, March 18 -- The British Ministry of Defence issued the following news:
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UK defence industry steps up support for Gulf partners facing Iranian attacks
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* UK industry explores potential new support for regional allies under indiscriminate attack from Iran.
* Minister for Defence Readiness and Industry Luke Pollard and National Armaments Director Rupert Pearce bring together representatives from 13 key UK-based defence companies to meet Gulf ambassadors and defence at more
USA: Victory for RSF and VOA journalists as court orders VOA back to work
PARIS, France, March 18 [Category: Media] -- Reporters Without Borders issued the following news:
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USA: Victory for RSF and VOA journalists as court orders VOA back to work
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A federal judge has ruled that employees of the international public broadcaster Voice of America (VOA) must return to work no later than Monday, March 23 and that broadcasting operations must be resumed. The ruling follows a major decision in a summary judgment the previous week that Kari Lake was unlawfully appoi more
WATCH: Sen. Schiff Dismantles Republican SAVE America Act, Urges Congress to Focus on Lowering Costs Not Disenfranchising Voters
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Sen. Schiff Dismantles Republican SAVE America Act, Urges Congress to Focus on Lowering Costs Not Disenfranchising Voters
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Schiff: "This legislation will not save anything about America, but it will destroy something precious about this country. It is not meant to empower people to determine the direction of the nation, but to deprive them of that power. Not to encourage citizen participa more
White House Top Economic Advisor Says Arizonans Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Do Ciscomani and Crane Agree?
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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White House Top Economic Advisor Says Arizonans Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Do Ciscomani and Crane Agree?
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As Arizonans see rising costs, higher gas prices, and uncertainty over their retirement and savings accounts due to the war in Iran, the White House chief economic advisor Kevin Hassett made a stunning admission that hurting consumers is "the l more
White House Top Economic Advisor Says Coloradans Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Do Crank and Evans Agree?
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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White House Top Economic Advisor Says Coloradans Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Do Crank and Evans Agree?
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As Coloradans see rising costs, higher gas prices, and uncertainty over their retirement and savings accounts due to the war in Iran, the White House chief economic advisor Kevin Hassett made a stunning admission that hurting consumers is "the las more
White House Top Economic Advisor Says Mainers Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Does Paul LePage Agree?
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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White House Top Economic Advisor Says Mainers Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Does Paul LePage Agree?
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As Mainers see rising costs, higher gas prices, and uncertainty over their retirement and savings accounts due to the war in Iran, the White House chief economic advisor Kevin Hassett made a stunning admission that hurting consumers is "the last of our more
White House Top Economic Advisor Says Missourians Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Does Wagner Agree?
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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White House Top Economic Advisor Says Missourians Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Does Wagner Agree?
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As Missourians see rising costs, higher gas prices, and uncertainty over their retirement and savings accounts due to the war in Iran, the White House chief economic advisor Kevin Hassett made a stunning admission that hurting consumers is "the last of more
White House Top Economic Advisor Says New Yorkers Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Does Mike Lawler Agree?
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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White House Top Economic Advisor Says New Yorkers Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Does Mike Lawler Agree?
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As New Yorkers see rising costs, higher gas prices, and uncertainty over their retirement and savings accounts due to the war in Iran, the White House chief economic advisor Kevin Hassett made a stunning admission that hurting consumers is "the las more
White House Top Economic Advisor Says Ohioans Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Do Miller, Turner, and Carey Agree?
WASHINGTON, March 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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White House Top Economic Advisor Says Ohioans Hurting Due to War in Iran Are "The Last of Our Concerns." Do Miller, Turner, and Carey Agree?
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As Ohioans see rising costs, higher gas prices, and uncertainty over their retirement and savings accounts due to the war in Iran, the White House chief economic advisor Kevin Hassett made a stunning admission that hurting consumers is "the more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, HFAC Dems, Demand Answers from Rubio on Americans Stranded in Middle East War Zone
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, HFAC Dems, Demand Answers from Rubio on Americans Stranded in Middle East War Zone
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Washington, D.C. - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, together with Democratic Members of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio demanding answers for the adminis more
ICYMI: Heinrich and Whitehouse Host Roundtable on Skyrocketing Energy Costs Since Trump Took Office
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Heinrich and Whitehouse Host Roundtable on Skyrocketing Energy Costs Since Trump Took Office
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WASHINGTON -Today U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee, and U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, hosted a roundtable with U.S. Sen more
Murphy, Casar Introduce Bicameral Bill To Ban Prediction Markets On Government Actions, War, and Events Ripe For Rigging
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Sen. Christopher Murphy, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Murphy, Casar Introduce Bicameral Bill To Ban Prediction Markets On Government Actions, War, and Events Ripe For Rigging
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) and U.S. Representative Greg Casar (D-Texas-35) on Tuesday unveiled the Banning Event Trading on Sensitive Operations and Federal Functions (BETS OFF) Act, bicameral legislation to ban wagering on government actions, te more
WATCH: Ranking Member Padilla Leads Fight Against SAVE America Act
WASHINGTON, March 17 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Ranking Member Padilla Leads Fight Against SAVE America Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Rules and Administration, took to the Senate floor to lead the opposition to President Trump and Republicans' anti-voter SAVE America Act. Padilla outlined how the voter suppression bill would make it harder for Americans to more
Ranking Member Shaheen, Senators Warren, Schumer Statement on Trump Administration's Further Weakening of Russia Sanctions as Trump's Iran War Drives Up Costs
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release:
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Ranking Member Shaheen, Senators Warren, Schumer Statement on Trump Administration's Further Weakening of Russia Sanctions as Trump's Iran War Drives Up Costs
Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Elizabeth Warren (D-MA), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing and more
