Advertising Specialty Institute: Landmark Study Shows Promotional Products Drive High Marketing Impact With a Low Carbon Footprint
TREVOSE, Pennsylvania, Feb. 5 (TNSrep) -- The Advertising Specialty Institute issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Landmark Study Shows Promotional Products Drive High Marketing Impact With a Low Carbon Footprint
Independent research from ASI and PPAI finds logoed items create strong brand recall with less environmental impact compared with most other advertising options
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New independent research (https://members.asicentral.com/news/industry-news/february-2026/joint-asi more
Argonne Helps Nuclear Industry Embrace AI to Speed Up Licensing and Reduce Delays
ARGONNE, Illinois, Feb. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Argonne National Laboratory issued the following news release:
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Argonne helps nuclear industry embrace AI to speed up licensing and reduce delays
Improving nuclear safety and applications through innovative AI solutions
Three collaborative projects aim to streamline AI deployment in nuclear facilities.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries. The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Argonne National Laboratory i more
ASAM Weekly for Feb. 3, 2026
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, Feb. 5 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news wrap up, ASAM Weekly for Feb. 3, 2026:
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This Week in the ASAM Weekly
Addiction is (also) a disease of attention. Alcohol imagery contributes to alcohol use but it has become incredibly difficult to measure the effect now that so much of our attention has moved online ( Addiction ). On the flip side, people who pay a lot of attention to life online are finding thems more
Berkeley Lab Leads Effort to Build AI Assistant for Energy Materials Discovery
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory issued the following Q&A on Feb. 3, 2026, with Anubhav Jain, principal investigator of FORUM-AI (Foundation Models Orchestrating Reasoning Agents to Uncover Materials Advances and Insights) and associate director of the Materials Project:
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Berkeley Lab Leads Effort to Build AI Assistant for Energy Materials Discovery
National labs and universities join forces to accelerate next-generation battery, s more
Black History: TSU's Robbie Melton Recognized Among Top African American Innovators in Technology
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Feb. 5 -- Tennessee State University issued the following news:
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Black History: TSU's Robbie Melton Recognized Among Top African American Innovators in Technology
Emmanuel Freeman
In a celebration of excellence and leadership in technology, Dr. Robbie Melton, provost and vice president of Technology Innovations at Tennessee State University, has been recognized as one of the 50 Most Important African Americans in Technology for 2026 by the Journal of Black Innovati more
BSA Calls for Global Cooperation and Technological Neutrality in the European Open Digital Ecosystems Strategy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Business Software Alliance issued the following news release:
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BSA Calls for Global Cooperation and Technological Neutrality in the European Open Digital Ecosystems Strategy
BRUSSELS - The Business Software Alliance (BSA) calls on the European Commission to ensure that the future European Open Digital Ecosystems Strategy reflects the global, collaborative nature of open-source software and maintains a technologically neutral approach to innovation, without prior more
Cantwell Delivers Opening Remarks at Hearing on Autonomous Vehicles
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, ranking member of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Cantwell Delivers Opening Remarks at Hearing on Autonomous Vehicles
U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell (D-Wash.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation, delivered the below opening statement at a hearing on the future of self-driving vehicles featuring testimony from Lars more
Chairman Capito Opening Statement at Hearing to Examine Cybersecurity Challenges Impacting US Critical Water Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, chairwoman of the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Chairman Capito Opening Statement at Hearing to Examine Cybersecurity Challenges Impacting US Critical Water Infrastructure
Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Environment and Public Works (EPW) Committee, led a hearing to examine the cybersecurity challenges impacting more
CSUN Students Are Researching Sleep to Improve Student Athletes' Performance
NORTHRIDGE, California, Feb. 5 -- California State University Northridge (CSUN) issued the following news release:
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CSUN Students Are Researching Sleep to Improve Student Athletes' Performance
How can California State University, Northridge student athletes enhance their performances? Learning how to get a good night's sleep may be the answer. A team of CSUN students is conducting research to find out.
By studying a diverse range of athletes and tracking their sleep patterns, the resear more
FAU Awarded $4M in Federal Funding to Support Key Research Programs
BOCA RATON, Florida, Feb. 5 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAU Awarded $4M in Federal Funding to Support Key Research Programs
Federal Awards Snapshot: FAU has secured $4 million in federal funding in fiscal year 2026 to support three transformative programs advancing national priorities in defense readiness, semiconductor workforce development and neurological disease research. The investment strengthens more
Fed Governor Cook Issues Economic Outlook
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on Feb. 4, 2026, by Governor Lisa D. Cook at the Economic Club of Miami:
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Thank you, Francisco, for the kind introduction, and many thanks to the Economic Club of Miami for the opportunity to speak with you today./1 It is wonderful to see firsthand the vibrant and growing South Florida economy. The Miami region's unemployment rate is below the national average, and consumers in Florida have been among the country's more
Free AI Training and Credentials Available to High School Teachers Through New Education Program From CompTIA and NAAIC
DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, Feb. 5 -- CompTIA posted the following news release:
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Free AI training and credentials available to high school teachers through new education program from CompTIA and NAAIC
CompTIA Educators Cohort will launch in April with free training for 100 teachers in the foundations of AI literacy and prompt writing
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High school teachers across America will soon have access to comprehensive training on the foundations of artificial intelligence (AI) through a new progr more
Gartner Identifies the Top Cybersecurity Trends for 2026
STAMFORD, Connecticut, Feb. 5 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Identifies the Top Cybersecurity Trends for 2026
Analysts to Explore Cybersecurity Trends During Gartner Security & Risk Management Summit, March 16-17 in Sydney
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The chaotic rise of AI, geopolitical tensions, regulatory volatility and an accelerating threat landscape are the driving forces behind the top cybersecurity trends for 2026, more
Gartner Predicts 40% of Large Warehouse Operations Will Adopt Gamification Tools by 2028
STAMFORD, Connecticut, Feb. 5 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner Predicts 40% of Large Warehouse Operations Will Adopt Gamification Tools by 2028
Labor Shortages and Turnover are Driving Investment in New Employee Engagement
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By 2028, 40% of large warehouse operations and distribution centers will have deployed employee engagement and gamification tools to motivate their workforces, according to Gar more
House Intelligence Committee Issues Report on Intelligence Authorization Act for FY 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 --The House Intelligence Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-389) on the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal 2026 (H.R. 5167). The report was advanced by Rep. Rick Crawford, R-Arkansas, on Nov. 28, 2025.
Here are excerpts:
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Purpose
The purpose of H.R. 5167, the Intelligence Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 (the Act), is to authorize the intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the United States Government for Fiscal Year 2026.
Classified Anne more
House Small Business Committee Issues Report on AI for Main Street Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Small Business Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-403) on the AI for Main Street Act (H.R. 5764). The report was advanced by Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, on Dec. 12, 2025.
The House passed the bill on Jan. 20, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee.
Here are excerpts:
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I. Purpose and Bill Summary
On October 17, 2025, Representative Alford, along with Representative Scholten, introduced H.R. 5764, th more
House Small Business Committee Issues Report on Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Small Business Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-405) on the Artificial Intelligence Wisdom for Innovative Small Enterprises Act (H.R. 5784). The report was advanced by Rep. Roger Williams, R-Texas, on Dec. 12, 2025.
The House passed the bill on Jan. 20, 2026, and it has been referred to the Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship Committee.
Here are excerpts:
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I. Purpose and Bill Summary
On October 17, 2025, Representative Scholten, along with Re more
Indiana University-Northwest: Center for Urban and Regional Excellence Courses for February, March 2026
GARY, Indiana, Feb. 5 -- The Indiana University Northwest campus issued the following news:
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Center for Urban and Regional Excellence courses for February, March 2026
Free and low-cost courses in communication, finance, gardening, health, technology and more
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Indiana University Northwest's Center for Urban and Regional Excellence (CURE) offers a variety of non-credit courses and educational programs that aim to assist people of all ages gain skills and enrich their lives as we face to more
International Rescue Committee Report Says Humanitarian Innovation Must Help Reach The Hardest-to-Serve
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 (TNSLrpt) -- Humanitarian Aid at the Cutting Edge - A report from International Rescue Committee Airbel Impact Lab - February 2026 (7 pages)
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The International Rescue Committee Airbel Impact Lab issued a report highlighting how its is developing and testing innovations to improve the effectiveness, reach and cost-efficiency of humanitarian aid in crisis settings, stressing that traditional approaches cannot meet today's complex needs. The findings emphasize that better more
Missouri S&T Expert Navigates the Changing Frontier of AI Benchmarking
ROLLA, Missouri, Feb. 5 -- Missouri University of Science and Technology posted the following Q&A on Feb. 4, 2026, with Dean Jim Sterling:
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The frontier of AI benchmarks: Q&A with an expert
In this Q&A session, Kummer College Dean Jim Sterling chats with the Engineering Management and Systems Engineering Chair and Professor Amaury Lendasse, an expert in machine learning and AI.
Sterling : Why should AI research begin by defining the persona of the AI to be prompted?
Lendasse : Defini more
Morgan Stanley Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures Hosts Global Demo Day, Opens Applications for Next Cohort
NEW YORK, Feb. 5 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Morgan Stanley Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures Hosts Global Demo Day, Opens Applications for Next Cohort
Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today is hosting its annual global Inclusive & Sustainable Ventures (MSISV) Demo Day, with startups and nonprofits participating from across the Americas, Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA). The organizations will pit more
NetApp Hosts Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results Webcast
SUNNYVALE, California, Feb. 5 -- NetApp, a provider of software, systems and services to manage and store data, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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NetApp Hosts Third Quarter of Fiscal Year 2026 Financial Results Webcast
After market close on February 26, 2026, NetApp (NASDAQ: NTAP) will announce financial results for the third quarter of fiscal year 2026, which ended January 23, 2026.
NetApp executive management will host a conference call Webcast at 2:30 p.m. Pacific T more
Penn State: Top Student Teams Awarded Funding to Move to Next Phase of Nittany AI Challenge
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 5 -- Pennsylvania State University College of Education issued the following news:
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Top student teams awarded funding to move to next phase of Nittany AI Challenge
Multidisciplinary student teams proposed artificial intelligence solutions to address real-world problems
By Mary Fetzer
Fifteen student teams have been awarded a total of $4,500 in the "Prototype Phase" of the Nittany AI Challenge. Each team proposed an artificial intelligence (AI) soluti more
Peterson Institute for International Economics: AI Futures - Planning for Transformative Scenarios Before They Hit
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on Feb. 3, 2026, by senior research staffer Anton Korinek and Era Dabla-Norris, deputy director of fiscal affairs at the International Monetary Fund:
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AI futures: Planning for transformative scenarios before they hit
Traditional economists and technologists see AI's trajectory very differently. Policymakers can't afford to bet on just one view.
Key Takeaways
* The vast uncertainties more
Qualcomm Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results
SAN DIEGO, California, Feb. 5 -- Qualcomm, a developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies, products and services, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Qualcomm Announces First Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results
Record Revenues: $12.3 billion
GAAP EPS: $2.78, Non-GAAP EPS: $3.50
--Record Quarterly Total Company and QCT Revenues--
--Record QCT Automotive Revenues: 2nd Consecutive Quarter of Greater Than $1 Billion--
--Completed Acquisition of Alphawave Semi Acceler more
Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Hearing on Republicans' Failed Distraction From Trump and Noem's Assault on Free Speech
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Hearing on Republicans' Failed Distraction from Trump and Noem's Assault on Free Speech
Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee, delivered opening remarks at a full committee hearing examining Republicans' failed attempt to distract from the Trump Administrat more
Ranking Member Ro Khanna Presses World Liberty Financial for Information on Trump Family Crypto Corruption
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. Ro Khanna, D-Californina, ranking member of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Ranking Member Ro Khanna Presses World Liberty Financial for Information on Trump Family Crypto Corruption
Today, Representative Ro Khanna (CA-17), Ranking Member of House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Com more
Sanders to Meet With AI Leaders in California
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Sanders to Meet with AI Leaders in California
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) today announced he would travel to California this month to speak directly with Artificial Intelligence (AI) leaders, and released the following statement:
Artificial intelligence and robotics will transform the world. Today, a handful of billionaires in Silicon Valley are making decisions behind closed doors more
SEC: Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Investment Management - Remarks at the Investment Company Institute Winter Board Meeting
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following remarks on Feb. 3, 2026, by Brian Daly, director of the division of investment management, to the Investment Company Institute Winter Board Meeting, Manalapan, Florida:
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Good morning, everyone. I am pleased to join you this morning, although, I must say I am jealous of the Florida weather you are all enjoying. Here in DC it is still well below freezing.
Before I begin, I must inform - or remind - you that t more
Secretary of State Rubio Issues Remarks at News Availability on Feb. 4, 2026
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following remarks on Feb. 4, 2026, at a news availability:
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SECRETARY RUBIO: Hey guys. How are we doing? Thank you for covering this today. It's - this Critical Minerals Ministerial is off to a great start.
We have 55 partners that we're hoping to enter into collaboration with; many have already signed on. And the goal here is very simple. We all understand that having a reliable global supply chains in critical minerals and pro more
Southern Connecticut State University: OWLL Expanding Growth Opportunities for Nontraditional Students
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Feb. 5 -- Southern Connecticut State University issued the following news:
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OWLL Expanding Growth Opportunities for Nontraditional Students
Southern's Office of Workforce and Lifelong Learning (OWLL) is opening doors for hundreds of nontraditional students seeking to boost their skills through short-term, skill-based education.
Lexie Hratko is one of those students. She began taking cybersecurity classes with the goal of "moving up in the world and continuing wit more
State Dept. Fact Sheet: 2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following fact sheet on Feb. 4, 2026:
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2026 Critical Minerals Ministerial
* Today the United States, together with our partners and allies, has set out to reshape the global market for critical minerals and rare earths. Secretary of State Marco Rubio, joined by Vice President JD Vance, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, Energy Secretary Chris Wright, and U.S. Trade Representative Ambassador Jamieson more
Subcommittee Chair Mackenzie Announces Hearing on Building Safer Workplaces Through Smarter Technology
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, R-Pennsylvania, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Mackenzie Announces Hearing on Building Safer Workplaces Through Smarter Technology
Wednesday, at 10:15 a.m., the Subcommittee on Workforce Protections, chaired by Rep. Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), will hold the third hearing in a series examining artificial intelligence, titled "Building an AI-Ready more
SUNY Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour With Visit to Fulton-Montgomery Community College
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 5 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release:
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SUNY Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to Fulton-Montgomery Community College
Governor Hochul's SUNY Reconnect Program Provides Free Community College Tuition, Fees, Books, and Supplies for Eligible Adult Learners in High-Demand Fields
Visit Highlights Fulton-Montgomery Community College's Healthcare Programs
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Johnstown, NY -- State University of New York Chancellor more
SUNY University at Albany: CNSE Innovation Lab Receives $1.5M Federal Boost for Chips R&D
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 5 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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CNSE Innovation Lab Receives $1.5M Federal Boost for Chips R&D
The University at Albany will receive $1.5 million in federal funding to upgrade its 200mm Innovation Lab, which helps the semiconductor industry fabricate cutting-edge new materials and devices and better understand how they perform.
The Innovation Lab is a 6,000-square-foot collection of academic cleanrooms operated by UAlbany's College of Na more
SUNY University at Albany: Do Trees Really Explode in the Cold - 5Q With Andrei Lapenas
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 5 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following Q&A on Feb. 3, 2026, by Mike Nolan with Andrei Lapenas, science director of the Institute for Transformational and Ecosystem-based Climate Adaptation and a professor in the Department of Geography, Planning and Sustainability:
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Do Trees Really Explode in the Cold? 5Q with Andrei Lapenas
Videos of "exploding trees" have been circulating on social media over the last few weeks, as bitter cold temperatures sweep acro more
Tata Consultancy Services Report Says Retailers Must Embed AI And Data Capabilities To Thrive
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 (TNSLrpt) -- Perceptive Retail: The TCS Global Retail Outlook - A report from Tata Consultancy Services, Mumbai, India - January 2026 (51 pages)
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Tata Consultancy Services issued a report on retail sector trends showing that retailers worldwide face persistent pressures from rising costs, workforce skill gaps and evolving customer expectations, and highlighting that successfully embedding advanced digital capabilities--especially artificial intelligence and real-time da more
UBS's Fourth-Quarter and Full-Year 2025 Results
NEW YORK, Feb. 5 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release:
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UBS's fourth-quarter and full-year 2025 results
UBS reports net profit of USD 1.2bn in 4Q25 and USD 7.8bn in FY25; increases dividend by 22% YoY; confirms 2026 targets and sets ambitions for 2028
Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Article 53 of the SIX Exchange Regulation Listing Rules
Excellent 4Q25 and FY25 performance with 4Q25 net profit up 56% YoY to USD 1.2bn. Return on CET1 capital (RoCET1) more
UMass Chan Study Examines Mindfulness as Nonpharmacological Approach to Chronic Low Back Pain
WORCESTER, Massachusetts, Feb. 5 -- The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School issued the following news:
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UMass Chan study examines mindfulness as nonpharmacological approach to chronic low back pain
By Hayley Mignacca
Researchers at UMass Chan Medical School are collaborating with teams from Worcester Polytechnic Institute and Boston Medical Center on a multisite chronic low back pain study exploring how AI methods can be utilized to predict and monitor who would respond to m more
UMass-Amherst: Can AI Hear the World, Fool the Eye and Tell a Joke - Doctoral Students in Communication Explore How AI Shapes Media and Culture
AMHERST, Massachusetts, Feb. 5 -- The University of Massachusetts issued the following news:
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Can AI Hear the World, Fool the Eye and Tell a Joke? Doctoral Students in Communication Explore How AI Shapes Media and Culture
Artificial intelligence is often discussed in terms of automation, efficiency and disruption. But for three UMass Amherst doctoral students in the Department of Communication, AI is also a lens for understanding sound, trust and humor.
Their research spans machine list more
UNC-School of Medicine: Research Creates Blueprint for Designing T Cells to Kill
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Feb. 5 (TNSjou) -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news:
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New Research Creates Blueprint for Designing T Cells to Kill
A multi-institutional study led by researchers at UNC Lineberger Comprehensive Cancer Center, the Salk Institute for Biological Studies, and UC San Diego has uncovered new genetic rules that determine how powerful immune cells--known as CD8 killer T cells--choose between becoming long-lasting, protecti more
University of Miami: Senior Moment With AI
CORAL GABLES, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The University of Miami issued the following news:
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A senior moment with AI
At the Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at the University of Miami, retirees explore the world of artificial intelligence and the pros and cons of the new technology.
By Barbara Gutierrez, bgutierrez@miami.edu
For Lilly Lopez, a retired CPA, artificial intelligence (AI) provides a way to learn about medical terms her doctor used when giving her a diagnosis.
For Evelyn Sklar, a more
University of Michigan: 'Discovery Learning' AI Tool Predicts Battery Cycle Life With Just a Few Days' Data
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Feb. 5 (TNSjou) -- The University of Michigan issued the following news:
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'Discovery learning' AI tool predicts battery cycle life with just a few days' data
A 'learner,' 'interpreter' and 'oracle' work together with minimal experiments to draw parallels between historical data and new battery designs
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An agentic AI tool for battery researchers harnesses data from previous battery designs to predict the cycle life of new battery concepts. With information from jus more
University of Pennsylvania: Innovative AI Tool to Improve Health Care Delivery in Rural India
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Feb. 5 -- The University of Pennsylvania issued the following news:
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An innovative AI tool to improve health care delivery in rural India
Prithvi Parthasarathy, a fourth-year neuroscience major, designed an AI triage tool to improve hospital efficiency and patient care.
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At a rural hospital in the Tamil Nadu region of India last summer, fourth-year Prithvi Parthasarathy led a multidisciplinary, AI-driven project that was more than just a research endeavor: more
VP Vance, Secretary Rubio, Japanese Minister Horii, Special Assistant Copley, Under Secretary Helberg Convene Ministerial to Stabilize Global Mineral Markets
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following remarks on Feb. 4, 2026, by Vice President JD Vance, Secretary Marco Rubio, Japanese State Minister for Foreign Affairs Horii Iwao, Special Assistant to the President of the U.S. and Senior Director for Global Supply Chains David Copley and Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs Jacob Helberg at the Critical Minerals Ministerial meeting:
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SECRETARY RUBIO: Good morning. Welcome to Washington. We're glad you're here more
Waynesburg U. Unveils State-of-the-art Nursing Immersion Room
WAYNESBURG, Pennsylvania, Feb. 5 -- Waynesburg University issued the following news:
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Waynesburg U. unveils state-of-the-art Nursing Immersion Room
Installation of a new AI- and VR-powered Immersion Room in Waynesburg University's Nursing Clinical Learning Center, the first Nasco Healthcare-designed immersion lab of its kind in the nation, was recently completed, further advancing immersive, competency-based learning opportunities for students in the University's Nursing Program.
Locate more
"Sounding the Alarm" Congressman Neguse Delivers Address on House Floor Condemning Trump Administration's Rampant Corruption
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Joseph Neguse, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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"Sounding the Alarm" Congressman Neguse Delivers Address on House Floor Condemning Trump Administration's Rampant Corruption
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Colorado Congressman Joe Neguse delivered an address on the House Floor "Sounding the Alarm" for the American people about the rampant corruption of the Trump administration. The 41-year-old millennial lawmaker, who represents Western and Northern more
3 Questions: Using AI to accelerate the discovery and design of therapeutic drugs
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Feb. 4 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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3 Questions: Using AI to accelerate the discovery and design of therapeutic drugs
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In the pursuit of solutions to complex global challenges including disease, energy demands, and climate change, scientific researchers, including at MIT, have turned to artificial intelligence, and to quantitative analysis and modeling, to design and construct engineered cells with novel properties. more
Agentic Artificial Intelligence & Cyberattacks Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13151) on Feb. 3, 2026, by Catherine A. Theohary, national security policy, cyber and information operations specialist and Kelley M. Sayler, advanced technology and global security specialist:
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Agentic Artificial Intelligence and Cyberattacks
Introduction
Agentic means autonomous, or independent. Agentic artificial intelligence (AI) capabilities are of increasing interest more
Agilent Showcases Next-Generation Automated Solutions at SLAS2026
SANTA CLARA, California, Feb. 4 [Category: BizLaboratory Sciences] -- Agilent Technologies, a company that specializes in life sciences, diagnostics and applied chemical markets, issued the following news release:
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Agilent Showcases Next-Generation Automated Solutions at SLAS2026
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Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) announced today that it will present a range of next-generation automated workflow innovations at the SLAS2026 International Conference & Exhibition, taking place February more
AI Back-End Switch Market Will Push Past $100 Billion by 2030, According to Dell'Oro Group
REDWOOD CITY, California, Feb. 4 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Dell'Oro Group, a provider of market information about the networking and telecommunications industries, issued the following news release:
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AI Back-End Switch Market Will Push Past $100 Billion by 2030, According to Dell'Oro Group
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REDWOOD CITY, Calif. - February 04, 2026 - According to the Data Center Switch - AI Back-end Networks Report by Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for market information more
AIA White Paper Outlines Vision for Agentic AI to Accelerate Decision-Making for the U.S. Defense Industrial Base
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Aerospace] (TNSrpt) -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release:
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New AIA White Paper Outlines Vision for Agentic AI to Accelerate Decision-Making for the U.S. Defense Industrial Base
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Arlington, Va. - Today, the Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) released a new white paper, Accelerating and Improving Decision Making: A Vision for Agentic AI in U.S. Defense-Industrial Collaboration, outlining how the next generati more
Antonio Torralba, three MIT alumni named 2025 ACM fellows
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Feb. 4 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Antonio Torralba, three MIT alumni named 2025 ACM fellows
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Antonio Torralba, Delta Electronics Professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science and faculty head of artificial intelligence and decision-making at MIT, has been named to the 2025 cohort of Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) Fellows. He shares the honor of an ACM Fellowship with three MIT alumni: Eytan Ad more
Bloomberg Media CEO Saltser Highlights FY25 Revenue and Audience Expansion
NEW YORK, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] -- Bloomberg Media posted the following news:
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Bloomberg Media CEO Karen Saltser on FY25 Revenue and Audience Results
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This memo was sent to employees by Bloomberg Media CEO, Karen Saltser on February 3, 2026:
Team,
We've spoken quite a bit recently about Bloomberg Media's dual mission to broaden influence for all of Bloomberg's businesses and to diversify revenue and audience through advertising, subscriptions, events and partnerships.
In a more
BofA Merchant Services Ranks No. 1 by J.D. Power for Customer Satisfaction in the 2026 U.S. Merchant Services Satisfaction Study
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Feb. 4 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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BofA Merchant Services Ranks No. 1 by J.D. Power for Customer Satisfaction in the 2026 U.S. Merchant Services Satisfaction Study
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CHARLOTTE, NC - In its latest study of the 14 largest merchant services providers in the U.S., J.D. Power has ranked Bank of America Merchant Services No. 1 in overall customer satisfaction.
The J.D. Power 202 more
Calvin University: Unlock the Power of AI With Open Enrollment Business Course
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Feb. 4 -- Calvin University issued the following news:
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Unlock the Power of AI with New Open Enrollment Business Course
Calvin University is excited to announce a new open enrollment graduate level business course, AI for Business Transformation. The four-week online course is designed to enable participants to create organizational and business value from the ongoing AI transformation, culminating with AI ideation for their profession. The course is open to anyon more
CCIA Files Comments on India's AI and Copyright Consultation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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CCIA Files Comments on India's AI and Copyright Consultation
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Washington - As India reviews policies governing how AI can use copyrighted material for training, one proposal from its draft working paper is for a centralized, mandatory licensing system for all works registered in India. This proposal, if adopted, would significantly restrict AI d more
CCIA Raises Concerns With New Mexico Privacy Bill That Departs From National Standards and Risks Digital Innovation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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CCIA Raises Concerns With New Mexico Privacy Bill That Departs From National Standards and Risks Digital Innovation
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Washington - The Computer & Communications Industry Association is testifying today before the New Mexico Senate Health and Public Affairs Committee in opposition to SB 53, warning that the proposal would depart sharply from estab more
CCIA to Testify on Maryland Bills Affecting Online Content Moderation, Election Media, and Workforce Automation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Computer and Communications Industry Association issued the following news release:
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CCIA to Testify on Maryland Bills Affecting Online Content Moderation, Election Media, and Workforce Automation
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Annapolis, MD - The Computer & Communications Industry Association will testify today before Maryland House committees on three bills addressing online content involving children, election-related deceptive media, and the use of artif more
Could these two genes make T cells unstoppable?
LA JOLLA, California, Feb. 4 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release:
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Could these two genes make T cells unstoppable?
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* Scientists discovered key genetic factors that determine whether a T cell acts as a powerful disease fighter or enters an ineffective, exhausted state.
* Turning off two transcription factors allowed exhausted T cells to regain their ability to kill tumors.
* The findings could help scientists engineer mo more
Delaware Valley University Redesigns Master in Management and Organizational Leadership Program
DOYLESTOWN, Pennsylvania, Feb. 4 -- Delaware Valley University posted the following news:
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Delaware Valley University Redesigns Master in Management and Organizational Leadership Program
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Delaware Valley University has redesigned its Master's in Management and Organizational Leadership (MMOL) program. The most notable change is the transition from being a Master of Arts to a Master of Science degree, along with a new, streamlined format. What was once a 36-credit program is now a 30-cr more
Explore the role of advanced computing and AI in the energy sector Feb. 24-26
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 4 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Explore the role of advanced computing and AI in the energy sector Feb. 24-26
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Artificial intelligence and high-performance computing are becoming transformative tools in energy research and operations.
Rice University's Ken Kennedy Institute will host the 19th annual Energy HPC & AI Conference Feb. 24-26 at the BioScience Research Collaborative, providing a forum for over 500 leaders and experts from indus more
Extending Optical Fiber's Ultralow Loss Performance to Photonic Chips
PASADENA, California, Feb. 4 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Extending Optical Fiber's Ultralow Loss Performance to Photonic Chips
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Caltech scientists have developed a way to guide light on silicon wafers with low signal loss approaching that of optical fiber at visible wavelengths. This accomplishment paves the way for a new generation of ultra-coherent and efficient photonic integrated circuits (PICs), which will have a profound impact in a varie more
Faculty-to-Industry Summer Fellow Program to Create Direct Impact and Lasting Partnerships
STORRS, Connecticut, Feb. 4 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Faculty-to-Industry Summer Fellow Program to Create Direct Impact and Lasting Partnerships
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With 200+ faculty, the UConn College of Engineering has topnotch expertise in all aspects of engineering, from artificial intelligence (AI), to manufacturing, to biomedical technologies, and more. This combination of faculty expertise and emerging technologies can now be more easily leveraged by industry to more
Five Outstanding Alumni to Be Inducted into UConn Business Hall of Fame
STORRS, Connecticut, Feb. 4 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news:
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Five Outstanding Alumni to Be Inducted into UConn Business Hall of Fame
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UConn legend and NBA standout Emeka Okafor '04 (BUS) is well accustomed to standing ovations and thunderous applause from an enthusiastic crowd.
But for the other four alumni who will be inducted into the UConn School of Business Hall of Fame alongside him on Friday, April 24, the roar of the crowd at the reception may be mo more
FSU expert on consumer behavior analyzes the impact of artificial intelligence in Super Bowl commercials
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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FSU expert on consumer behavior analyzes the impact of artificial intelligence in Super Bowl commercials
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Super Bowl LX featuring the Seattle Seahawks and New England Patriots has plenty of on-field storylines. But already making headlines off the field is the amount of commercials using artificial intelligence for production and storytelling.
As the revolutionary technology impacts everyday life, co more
GE HealthCare reports fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 4 [Category: Health Care] -- G.E. HealthCare posted the following news release:
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GE HealthCare reports fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results
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Company exceeds topline and earnings per share expectations; demonstrates operational resilience
Fourth quarter 2025 highlights (1)
* Revenue growth of 7.1%, including Organic revenue growth* of 4.8%, driven primarily by the U.S. and Europe, the Middle East and Africa (EMEA)
* Net income margin of 10 more
Gillibrand, Schumer Announce $8 Million In Federal Funding For Staten Island
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand, Schumer Announce $8 Million In Federal Funding For Staten Island
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Senators Secured Federal $$$ For Community Centers, Health Infrastructure, and More
Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, a member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, and U.S. Senator Charles E. Schumer announced $8 million in federal funding for critical projects in Staten Island in the Fiscal Year (FY) 202 more
Hampshire College Art Gallery Presents "Daemonomania," by Anthony Discenza
AMHERST, Massachusetts, Feb. 4 -- Hampshire College posted the following news:
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Hampshire College Art Gallery Presents "Daemonomania," by Anthony Discenza
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Encompassing a diverse range of appropriated materials -from a one-ton pallet of anthracite to synthetic clones of Judy Garland's voice -Anthony Discenza's Daemonomania centers on how operative metaphors drawn from occult and supernatural belief inform our relationship to technology. Across a variety of media, the exhibition contemp more
Mehaffie, Matzie Laud Passage of Bill to Clear the Way for Construction of Small Modular Reactors
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Feb. 4 -- The Pennsylvania House Republicans posted the following news:
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Mehaffie, Matzie Laud Passage of Bill to Clear the Way for Construction of Small Modular Reactors
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HARRISBURG - Nuclear Energy Caucus Co-Chairs Tom Mehaffie and Rob Matzie today hailed the state House's passage of legislation that would clear the way for the construction of the nuclear industry's small modular reactors (SMRs) and microreactors to help meet growing demands on Pennsylvania' more
Multiple Canadian Healthcare Organizations Select Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent to Help Physicians Spend More Time on Patient Care
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Feb. 4 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, posted the following news release:
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Multiple Canadian Healthcare Organizations Select Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent to Help Physicians Spend More Time on Patient Care
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Lumeo Regional Health Information System (Lumeo RHIS) in Southeastern Ontario has selected Oracle Health Clinical AI Agent for a pilot project to streamline clinical documentation and reduce p more
New FT Strategies report examines how local news can be made financially sustainable
LONDON, England, Feb. 4 [Category: BizMedia] (TNSrpt) -- Financial Times, a daily newspaper, posted the following corporate news release:
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New FT Strategies report examines how local news can be made financially sustainable
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New research from FT Strategies sets out a practical framework for building financially resilient, community-rooted local news organisations at a time of increasing pressure on the news ecosystem in the United States.
The Local News Playbook: Creating Value for a more
Pfluger, Menendez Introduce Legislation to Strengthen the Cybersecurity of America's Telecommunications Network
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. August Pfluger, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Pfluger, Menendez Introduce Legislation to Strengthen the Cybersecurity of America's Telecommunications Network
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WASHINGTON, DC -Congressmen August Pfluger (TX-11) and Rob Menendez (NJ-08) introduced legislation to strengthen the cybersecurity of America's telecommunications networks, protect communities from the growing threat of cyberattacks, and encourage innovation in artificial intelligence.
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Prosus selects AWS to power AI-driven ecommerce innovation
SEATTLE, Washington, Feb. 4 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon issued the following news:
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Prosus selects AWS to power AI-driven ecommerce innovation
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Amsterdam, February 4, 2026 - Prosus, a global technology company, today announced a comprehensive three-year agreement with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to scale AI applications across its technology ecosystems in Latin America, Europe and India. The agreement will enable Prosus portfolio companies to co-create next-generation AI s more
Purdue's Charlie AI transforms learning by empowering student writers
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Feb. 4 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Purdue's Charlie AI transforms learning by empowering student writers
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What if students could get in-depth, timely feedback about their writing before submitting it for a grade? What if that feedback was customized to an instructor's rubric for that specific assignment? Meet Charlie, an AI-powered writing assistant developed by Purdue's instructional technology team and embedded within the Circuit more
Q&A: Can humanities-driven AI reshape digital archive preservation and access?
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 4 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Q&A: Can humanities-driven AI reshape digital archive preservation and access?
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -What do artificial intelligence (AI) and Black digital archives have to do with one another? A great deal, according to Christopher Dancy, associate professor of industrial and manufacturing engineering and of computer science at Penn State. Black digital archives are online collections t more
Researchers discover how to dampen electronic noise in materials with potential for quantum technologies
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 4 -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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Researchers discover how to dampen electronic noise in materials with potential for quantum technologies
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Key takeaways
* The noise that disrupts communication devices and sensors results from electrons being scattered by defects and temperature-driven vibrations in the materials they travel through.
* A UCLA-led research team demonstrated that minuscule wires made from two unconve more
Researchers Find Brain Mechanism Behind 'Flashes of Intuition'
NEW YORK, Feb. 4 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release:
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Researchers Find Brain Mechanism Behind 'Flashes of Intuition'
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D espite decades of research, the mechanisms behind fast flashes of insight that change how a person perceives their world, termed "one-shot learning," have remained unknown. A mysterious type of one-shot learning is perceptual learning, in which seeing somethin more
RSM Redefines the Middle Market to Reflect Structural Modernization and Rising Complexity
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 4 [Category: BizConsulting] -- RSM U.S., an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release:
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RSM Redefines the Middle Market to Reflect Structural Modernization and Rising Complexity
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New reports reveal how technology adoption, consolidation and capital evolution are reshaping the segment
CHICAGO - (February 4, 2026) - RSM US LLP ("RSM") - the leading provider of assurance, tax and consulting services for the middle market - tod more
Saying America is in an AI Arms Race, Mast Leads Effort to Make Sure Top Technology is not Shared with Adversaries Overseas
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Political] -- The Ripon Society posted the following news release:
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Saying America is in an AI Arms Race, Mast Leads Effort to Make Sure Top Technology is not Shared with Adversaries Overseas
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"I would not sell a fighter jet to China. I would not sell them an Abrams tank. And we need to be thinking very seriously before we consider selling them any of our most advanced chips."
WASHINGTON, DC - In a speech yesterday morning before a breakfast meeting of T more
The Next Era of Cancer Research
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 4 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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The Next Era of Cancer Research
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Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center's Kenneth C. Griffin Cancer Research Building is transforming cancer care and research in South Florida.
Soaring 12 stories above UHealth's downtown Miami medical campus, the new Kenneth C. Griffin Cancer Research Building rises as both a beacon of hope and a bold declaration that the next era of cancer research more
Three Cornellians named Schwarzman Scholars for study in China
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 4 -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Three Cornellians named Schwarzman Scholars for study in China
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A Cornell student and two alumni have been named Schwarzman Scholars for the 2026-27 academic year and will spend it in a master's program in global affairs at Beijing's Tsinghua University.
Qiqi (Kiara) Shan '26, Ruihao (Ray) Lin, J.D. '24, and Isaac McCurdy '21 will be part of the program, established in 2015 with the goal of empowering leaders more
Top student teams awarded funding to move to next phase of Nittany AI Challenge
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Feb. 4 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Top student teams awarded funding to move to next phase of Nittany AI Challenge
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Fifteen student teams have been awarded a total of $4,500 in the "Prototype Phase" of the Nittany AI Challenge. Each team proposed an artificial intelligence (AI) solution to help make the world a better place.
Presented by the Nittany AI Alliance in the College of Information Sciences more
Understanding What's Going on Inside of Cells: The Dimensionality of Gene Expression
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 4 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following news:
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Understanding What's Going on Inside of Cells: The Dimensionality of Gene Expression
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* Researchers from the University of Miami Miller School of Medicine provided strong evidence that the CONCORD platform is a viable, accurate approach to mapping cell development.
* CONCORD uses machine learning to create clean, clear maps that show how cells relate to each other in si more
USU Doctoral Student Receives Top Recognition From American Statistical Association
LOGAN, Utah, Feb. 4 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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USU Doctoral Student Receives Top Recognition From American Statistical Association
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Utah State University doctoral student Maha Moussa, a dual statistics and data science major, is a top awardee in an international statistics and data science student paper competition. As part of the recognition, she has been invited to present her research at North America's largest gathering of statisticians and data scientists more
USU Professor Part of Team Awarded $3.5M NSF Grant to Build Rural STEM Career Awareness
LOGAN, Utah, Feb. 4 -- Utah State University issued the following news:
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USU Professor Part of Team Awarded $3.5M NSF Grant to Build Rural STEM Career Awareness
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A new research initiative led in part by a professor at Utah State University aims to reshape how rural middle and high school students prepare for careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, or STEM.
Mimi Recker, professor in the Department of Instructional Technology and Learning Sciences at USU, is one of more
UTEP Press Announces Texas Western and Discovery Book Award Winners
EL PASO, Texas, Feb. 4 -- The University of Texas El Paso campus issued the following news release:
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UTEP Press Announces Texas Western and Discovery Book Award Winners
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EL PASO, Texas (Feb. 2, 2026) - UTEP Press at The University of Texas at El Paso announced today the winners of its first round of book awards since relaunching the press in fall 2025. UTEP Press, which publishes a wide variety of popular and academic books, announced winners in two categories for its inaugural 2026 aw more
UW announces inaugural winners of Wisconsin Exchange grants
MADISON, Wisconsin, Feb. 4 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news:
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UW announces inaugural winners of Wisconsin Exchange grants
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The projects put 'pluralism into practice' across campus, as part of the initiative to help students, faculty and staff learn to engage, live and lead in a polarized world.
By Erin Celello
With the launch of a new grant program, the University of Wisconsin-Madison is making its first investments through the Wisconsin Exchange initiative in more
VPA Report Recommends 'Net Neutrality for AI'
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Feb. 4 (TNSrpt) -- Vanderbilt Law School issued the following news:
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New VPA Report Recommends "Net Neutrality for AI"
Innovation in artificial intelligence applications, including the rising tide of AI agents, is based on startups accessing AI foundation models offered by Anthropic, OpenAI, and Google. Each of these companies also competes with those startups, creating conflicts of interest. A new report by Vanderbilt Policy Accelerator director of artificial intel more
Warren Sounds the Alarm on Google's New AI Shopping Partnerships
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren Sounds the Alarm on Google's New AI Shopping Partnerships
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Warns partnership's data-sharing threatens privacy, could lead to collusion, exploitative pricing for consumers
"I am deeply concerned that Google could use its AI shopping partnerships to increase profits for Google and its business partners at the expense of consumers' best interests."
Text of Letter (PDF)
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Warren, Wyden, Blumenthal Call on Federal Regulators to Investigate Meta, Google, NVIDIA "Reverse Acqui-hire" Deals
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Wyden, Blumenthal Call on Federal Regulators to Investigate Meta, Google, NVIDIA "Reverse Acqui-hire" Deals
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In "de facto" mergers, Big Tech firms license technology, siphon top talent from smaller rivals
"If left unchecked, these types of arrangements between Big Tech companies and smaller AI developers...risk[] driving up prices and choking off innovation"
Washington, D.C. - more
$20 million gift launches lab at Harris School to advance field of algorithmic public policy
CHICAGO, Illinois, Feb. 3 -- The University of Chicago posted the following news:
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$20 million gift launches lab at Harris School to advance field of algorithmic public policy
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A $20 million gift from University of Chicago Trustee Thomas Francis Dunn, AB'81, MBA'86, and Susan Knapp Dunn, AB'82, will establish the Bike Shop @UChicago -a new lab at UChicago's Harris School of Public Policy dedicated to building and leading the emerging field of algorithmic public policy.
The new initia more
$7.9 Million for the UMaine System Secured by Senator Collins in Funding Bills
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Susan M. Collins, R-Maine, issued the following news release:
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$7.9 Million for the UMaine System Secured by Senator Collins in Funding Bills
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, announced that she secured $7,935,000 in Congressionally Directed Spending for the University of Maine (UMaine) System in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education; Transportation, Housing and Ur more
Alum and Filmmaker Fulfills a Promise of Impact for Media Studies Students at UNCG
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, Feb. 3 -- The University of North Carolina Greensboro campus posted the following news:
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Alum and Filmmaker Fulfills a Promise of Impact for Media Studies Students at UNCG
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Acclaimed South Korean filmmaker and producer Changhee Chun fortifies media studies with strategic initiatives to enhance student experience
South Korean filmmaker and producer Changhee Chun took the helm of UNC Greensboro's Media Studies Department in August 2025 with a vision to bridg more
Blackburn Touts Wins for Tennessee in Government Funding Package Signed into Law by President Trump
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release:
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Blackburn Touts Wins for Tennessee in Government Funding Package Signed into Law by President Trump
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Marsha Blackburn (R-Tenn.) released the following statement on the wins for Tennessee in the appropriations package, which was signed into law today by President Trump. This package includes provisions of legislation sponsored and co-sponsored by Senator Blackbur more
BREAKING: $387 Million Heinrich Secured for New Mexico in FY26 Funding Signed into Law, While Renewing Call for DHS Funding to Include Commonsense Reforms
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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BREAKING: $387 Million Heinrich Secured for New Mexico in FY26 Funding Signed into Law, While Renewing Call for DHS Funding to Include Commonsense Reforms
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch, released the following statement announcin more
House passes Bizzarro bill to bolster representation for drivers with disabilities
HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Feb. 3 -- The Pennsylvania House Democrats posted the following news release:
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House passes Bizzarro bill to bolster representation for drivers with disabilities
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Would add disability advocate seat on PennDOT's Medical Advisory Board
HARRISBURG, Feb. 3 - Legislation aimed at giving drivers with disabilities a stronger voice in state licensing decisions passed the Pennsylvania House Tuesday with overwhelming bipartisan support, Rep. Ryan Bizzarro (D-Erie), th more
In Judiciary Hearing, Welch Warns About Costs to Creative Community if Netflix Acquires Warner Bros. Discovery
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Peter Welch, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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In Judiciary Hearing, Welch Warns About Costs to Creative Community if Netflix Acquires Warner Bros. Discovery
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Welch calls on Netflix CEO to ensure fair competition for creators if proposed merger with Warner Bros. Discovery prevails
WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), a member of the Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Antitrust, Competition Policy, and Consumer Rights, today questi more
NEWS: Sen. Schiff Joins Warren, Lawmakers in Push for Expedited Probe of ICE's Violence After Watchdog Confirms Investigation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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NEWS: Sen. Schiff Joins Warren, Lawmakers in Push for Expedited Probe of ICE's Violence After Watchdog Confirms Investigation
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Lawmakers urge independent Inspector General to fast-track investigation following horrific videos, witness statements, reports of masked immigration agents using aggressive force in communities across America
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined more
No Brain, No Problem: What Robots Can Learn from Sea Stars
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 3 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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No Brain, No Problem: What Robots Can Learn from Sea Stars
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Ever feel run off your feet? Spare a thought for sea stars, creatures whose movement involves the coordination of hundreds of tiny tube feet to navigate complex environments - despite the lack of a central "brain."
In other words, it's as though each foot has a mind of its own. For Kanso Bioinspi more
Private equity deployment reaches US$905b as mega deal momentum accelerates: EY analysis
LONDON, England, Feb. 3 [Category: BizConsulting] -- EY, a global organization involved with advisory services, assurance, consulting, tax, transactions and technology, which includes the member firms of Ernst and Young Global Limited, posted the following news:
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Private equity deployment reaches US$905b as mega deal momentum accelerates: EY analysis
* Deployment surged 57% year-on-year (in Q4 2025) amid narrowing valuation gaps and stabilizing macroeconomic conditions
* Exit values cl more
Senator Markey Demands Clarity from ICE on Alleged "Domestic Terrorist" Database of Protesters, Warns of Constitutional Violations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senator Markey Demands Clarity from ICE on Alleged "Domestic Terrorist" Database of Protesters, Warns of Constitutional Violations
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Washington (February 3, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, wrote to Todd Lyons, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), demanding that Lyons more
Greenland
Acting DEP Commissioner Potosnak Announces Joseph Seebode as Deputy Commissioner
TRENTON, New Jersey, Feb. 5 -- The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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ACTING DEP COMMISSIONER POTOSNAK ANNOUNCES JOSEPH SEEBODE AS DEPUTY COMMISSIONER
Acting Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Ed Potosnak today announced the appointment of Joseph J. Seebode to the role of Deputy Commissioner to advance the Sherrill Administration's environmental goals.
As Deputy Commissioner, Seebode will serve as second more
Peterson Institute for International Economics: Trump's Trade War Wrecked Little Havoc on Trade Patterns Last Year
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Peterson Institute for International Economics issued the following commentary on Feb. 2, 2026, by senior research staffer Gary Clyde Hufbauer and research analyst Ye Zhang:
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Trump's trade war wrecked little havoc on trade patterns last year
President Donald Trump's trade wars, including his near universal tariffs of 10 percent or higher, set off a scramble among US trade partners last year that some experts predicted would reshape the contours of worldwide trad more
Critical Minerals Ministerial and "Action Plans" Raise Human Rights, Environmental Questions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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Critical Minerals Ministerial and "Action Plans" Raise Human Rights, Environmental Questions
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WASHINGTON, D.C -Today, Vice President JD Vance addressed representatives from 50 countries gathered at the Trump administration's "Critical Minerals Ministerial," announcing that some had signed onto nonbinding arrangements with the United States creating a "preferential trade zone" and that more de more
Media Tip Sheet: Dollar Hits New Low in Ongoing Slide
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Dollar Hits New Low in Ongoing Slide
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WASHINGTON (February 4, 2026) - Fallout from the recent Greenland crisis has brought down the value of the U.S. dollar, decreasing more than 10 percent off its value. This decline started when the new administration took office in early 2025. After years of strong U.S. financial market performance, foreign investors are now rebalancing their portfolios t more
Minister Anand to travel to Denmark and Greenland
OTTAWA, Ontario, Feb. 4 -- Global Affairs Canada, an arm of the Canadian government, posted the following news release:
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Minister Anand to travel to Denmark and Greenland
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February 4, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - Global Affairs Canada
The Honourable Anita Anand, Minister of Foreign Affairs, will travel to Copenhagen, Denmark, and Nuuk, Greenland, from February 5 to 7, 2026.
During her visit to Copenhagen on February 5, Minister Anand will meet with Lars Lokke Rasmussen, Denmark's Minis more
University of Miami: Unlocking the Secrets of Heat-resistant Corals
CORAL GABLES, Florida, Feb. 2 -- The University of Miami issued the following news:
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Unlocking the secrets of heat-resistant corals
During an expedition to the "Coral Triangle" in the Pacific Ocean, University of Miami researchers will investigate why and how corals in that region are able to withstand the effects of a warming ocean.
By Robert C. Jones Jr., rcjones@miami.edu
The death knell for the rainforests of the sea, rising ocean temperatures know no boundaries. From the South Atl more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Colorado Child Advocacy Groups Urge CDC to Maintain Vital Maternal Health Data Collection
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Children's Hospital Colorado and the Colorado Children's Campaign have issued a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, advocating for the continuation of data collection for the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS). The organizations emphasize the importance of this initiative for enhancing maternal and infant health outcomes.
In the letter, the organizations express appreciation for the opportunity to provide feedback on th more
Oncology Nursing Groups Warn DOEd That "Professional Degree" Redefinition Could Worsen Nurse Shortage
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Oncology Nursing Society (ONS), along with the Oncology Nursing Certification Corporation (ONCC) and the Oncology Nursing Foundation (ONF), has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Education expressing apprehensions regarding the proposed rule, Reimagining and Improving Student Education (RISE). Specifically, their concerns center around the proposed changes to the definition of "professional degree" programs, which they argue need substantial rev more
Resound Research for Reproductive Health Urges CDC to Extend Pregnancy Risk Monitoring System
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Resound Research for Reproductive Health, a project of the Tides Center, has submitted a public comment letter to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advocating for the extension of the Pregnancy Risk Assessment Monitoring System (PRAMS) for an additional three years. The organization emphasizes the importance of this national and state-level data collection initiative that focuses on the health behaviors and experiences of women throughout their pregnancy more
Specialty Vehicle Groups Urge U.S. Forest Service to Expedite Post-Fire Recovery for Recreation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Motorcycle Industry Council (MIC), Specialty Vehicle Institute of America (SVIA), and Recreational Off-Highway Vehicle Association (ROHVA) have issued a public comment letter to the U.S. Forest Service, advocating for quicker restoration of recreation opportunities following wildfires on National Forest System lands. This letter was prompted by the agency's Notice of Intent to Prepare an Environmental Assessment for Post-Fire Recovery Actions on National Forest System L more
Immigration
61% Of Voters Think The Trump Administration Has Not Given An Honest Account Of The Fatal Shooting Of Alex Pretti, Quinnipiac University National Poll Finds; 58% Of Voters Think DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Should Be Removed
HAMDEN, Connecticut, Feb. 5 TNSxrep-- Quinnipiac University Poll has issued the following news:
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61% Of Voters Think The Trump Administration Has Not Given An Honest Account Of The Fatal Shooting Of Alex Pretti, Quinnipiac University National Poll Finds; 58% Of Voters Think DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Should Be Removed
More than a week after nurse Alex Pretti was shot and killed by federal agents in Minneapolis, 61 percent of voters think the Trump administration has not given an honest ac more
ACLU National Political Advocacy Division Senior Policy Counsel Hamadanchy Testifies Before House Oversight & Government Reform Committee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets released the following testimony by Kia Hamadanchy, senior policy counsel for the National Political Advocacy Division of the American Civil Liberties Union, from a Jan. 22, 2026, hearing entitled "Declassified MLK Records: What They Reveal and Why They Matter." MLK stands for Martin Luther King Jr.
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Chairwoman Luna, Ranking Member Crockett, and members of the Ta more
ACLU Va.: Ending 287 Agreements Protects Virginia's Immigrant Communities and Makes Us All Safer
RICHMOND, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Virginia issued the following statement on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Ending 287(g) agreements protects Virginia's immigrant communities and makes us all safer
Following today's announcement that Gov. Spanberger ended 287(g) agreements with state law enforcement in Virginia, a program that effectively turns state law enforcement officers into Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents, ACLU of Virginia Policy Director Chris Ka more
ACLU-N.M.: New Mexico Senate Passes Immigrant Safety Act, Sending Historic Legislation to Governor's Desk
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Feb. 5 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of New Mexico issued the following news release on Feb. 3, 2026:
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New Mexico Senate Passes Immigrant Safety Act, Sending Historic Legislation to Governor's Desk
The New Mexico Senate today passed the Immigrant Safety Act, House Bill 9, sending the landmark legislation to Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham's desk for her signature.
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SANTA FE, NM - The New Mexico Senate today passed the Immigrant Safety Act, House Bill 9 more
AHTCC 2026 Annual Meeting Highlights
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition issued the following news:
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AHTCC 2026 Annual Meeting Highlights
The Affordable Housing Tax Credit Coalition convened its 2026 Annual Meeting in Miami, Florida on January 28-29, 2026. Attendees participated in educational sessions focused on housing policy following the historic expansion of the Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (Housing Credit) in 2025. The meeting featured remarks from Representative Maria Elvira Salazar (R- more
American Center for Law and Justice: Tom Homan Pulls Federal Agents in Minnesota
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following news:
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Tom Homan Pulls Federal Agents in Minnesota
By Logan Sekulow
In a surprising announcement, Tom Homan just announced that he has ordered 700 ICE agents to withdraw from Minnesota, due to what he called "unprecedented" aid from local law enforcement.
Homan also made it clear that he and President Donald Trump remain committed to curbing illegal immigration across America, and that still includes the more
American Society of Pension Professionals & Actuaries: EBSA Funded as Brief Federal Shutdown Ends
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The American Society of Pension Professionals and Actuaries issued the following news on Feb. 4, 2026:
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EBSA Funded as Brief Federal Shutdown Ends
By Ted Godbout
President Trump has signed into law the consolidated appropriations bill that ends a brief federal shutdown. That funds a large part of the government for the remainder of fiscal year 2026 -- including the Employee Benefits Security Administration (EBSA).
Following last-minute negotiations, the U more
CDF to Congress: No More Funding for DHS Brutality
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The Children's Defense Fund issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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CDF to Congress: No More Funding for DHS Brutality
'All children deserve to grow up in safe communities': CDF demands Congress stop funding for family-disrupting tactics.
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Following Congress' decision on Tuesday to provide a two-week funding extension for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), the national child advocacy organization Children's Defense Fund (CDF) calls on lawmak more
Desperate to Distract From Trump and Noem's Assault on Americans' Rights and Freedoms, Republicans Hold Re-Run Hearing on European Laws
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Desperate to Distract from Trump and Noem's Assault on Americans' Rights and Freedoms, Republicans Hold Re-Run Hearing on European Laws
While U.S. Government Agents Gun Down U.S. Citizens for Peacefully Protesting in America, Republicans Say the Real Threat to the First Amendment Is Coming From...Europe?
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Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ra more
FAIR Report Profiles Some of America's Most Dangerous Criminal Aliens Protected in Sanctuary Jurisdictions
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 (TNSrpt) -- The Federation for American Immigration Reform issued the following news release:
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New FAIR Report Profiles Some of America's Most Dangerous Criminal Aliens Protected in Sanctuary Jurisdictions
Highlights Urgency to Remove Public Safety Threats Admitted During Biden administration
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As Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) moves to arrest and remove criminal illegal aliens from American communities, sanctuary jurisdictions are doubling down on policie more
Fed Governor Cook Issues Economic Outlook
MIAMI, Florida, Feb. 5 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following speech on Feb. 4, 2026, by Governor Lisa D. Cook at the Economic Club of Miami:
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Thank you, Francisco, for the kind introduction, and many thanks to the Economic Club of Miami for the opportunity to speak with you today./1 It is wonderful to see firsthand the vibrant and growing South Florida economy. The Miami region's unemployment rate is below the national average, and consumers in Florida have been among the country's more
Gov. Spanberger Establishes Principles for Virginia Law Enforcement, Signs Executive Order & Directive
RICHMOND, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- Gov. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Governor Spanberger Establishes Principles for Virginia Law Enforcement, Signs Executive Order & Directive
Governor Spanberger: "My Administration Stands with Virginia's Law Enforcement Officers" [...] "Constitutional, Professional Policing Enhances Officer Safety, Public Trust, and Community Cooperation"
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Governor Abigail Spanberger -- a former federal law enforcemen more
House Homeland Security Committee Sets Feb. 10 Hearing on Oversight of Department of Homeland Security
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The House Homeland Security Committee issued the following information for a hearing entitled "Oversight of the Department of Homeland Security: U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, U.S. Customs and Border Protection, and U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services" at 10 a.m. on Feb. 10, 2026, at 310 Cannon House Office Building:
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* Mr. Todd Lyons, Senior Official Performing the Duties of the Director, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), DHS
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PH Government Repatriates 191 Filipinos From Cambodia, Renews Advisory Against Online Scam Recruitment
PASAY CITY, Philippines, Feb. 5 -- The Philippines Department of Foreign Affairs issued the following news release:
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PH Government Repatriates 191 Filipinos from Cambodia, Renews Advisory Against Online Scam Recruitment
The Philippine Government will repatriate 191 Filipinos from scam centers in Cambodia today, 5 February 2026. The Philippine Embassy in Phnom Penh, in coordination with Cambodian police and immigration authorities, has expedited exit clearances and waived immigration pen more
UVA Law School: Students Travel to Dominican Republic To Study Impact of Climate Change on Human Rights
CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The University of Virginia School of Law issued the following news:
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Students Travel to Dominican Republic To Study Impact of Climate Change on Human Rights
Trip Is Part of the Yearlong Human Rights Study Project
Cooper Allen
University of Virginia School of Law students gained a firsthand look at the challenges posed by climate change during the Human Rights Study Project's trip over winter break to the Dominican Republic.
The Human Rights Study P more
Vermont Delegation Statement on ICE Detention of Vermont Pastor and Nursing Assistant
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2026:
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Vermont Delegation Statement on ICE Detention of Vermont Pastor and Nursing Assistant
Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Sen. Peter Welch (D-Vt.) and Rep. Becca Balint (D-Vt.) today released the following statement:
"We are horrified to learn of the detention of Vermont pastor and nursing assistant Steven Tendo by ICE outside of his workplace today -- just days ahead of a regular check-in more
White House: New Milestone in Operation Metro Surge: 4,000+ Criminal Illegals Removed From Minnesota Streets
WASHINGTON, Feb. 5 -- The White House issued the following news Feb. 4, 2026:
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New Milestone in Operation Metro Surge: 4,000+ Criminal Illegals Removed from Minnesota Streets
"President Trump's commonsense immigration enforcement policies are delivering the public safety results the American people demanded, with more than 4,000 dangerous criminal illegal aliens already arrested in Minnesota since Operation Metro began. Democrats opened our borders and allowed vicious criminals, includin more
Wipro Joins MIT's Industrial Liaison Program to Accelerate Frontier Tech Innovation
BANGALORE, India, Feb. 5 -- Wipro, an AI-powered technology services and consulting company, issued the following news release:
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Wipro Joins MIT's Industrial Liaison Program to Accelerate Frontier Tech Innovation
Wipro Limited (NYSE: WIT, BSE: 507685, NSE: WIPRO), a leading AI-powered technology services and consulting company, today announced that it has joined the Massachusetts Institute of Technology's Industrial Liaison Program (MIT ILP). The program is designed to enable companies w more
11 South Florida Species Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release:
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11 South Florida Species Move Closer to Endangered Species Protection
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ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. -The Center for Biological Diversity, represented by the Jacobs Public Interest Law Clinic for Democracy and the Environment at Stetson University College of Law, has reached a legal agreement that moves 11 Florida species closer to Endangered Species Act protections.
The agreement more
ACLU Calls On U.N. to Investigate Trump Administration's Gross Violations of Human Rights in Minnesota
NEW YORK, Feb. 4 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release:
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ACLU Calls On U.N. to Investigate Trump Administration's Gross Violations of Human Rights in Minnesota
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WASHINGTON -The American Civil Liberties Union and the ACLU of Minnesota sent an urgent submission late last night to the United Nati more
AG Nessel Launches Form for Reporting Immigration Action in Michigan
LANSING, Michigan, Feb. 4 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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AG Nessel Launches Form for Reporting Immigration Action in Michigan
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LANSING - Today, Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel launched a new reporting form to collect information from residents regarding immigration action in Michigan. The form provides Michiganders with an avenue to report alleged misconduct by federal immigration agents in their communities.
The reporting form was more
As Congress Negotiates DHS Funding, Warren Slams DHS's Lack of Accountability On Agents' Use Of Violent Force Against U.S. Citizens
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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As Congress Negotiates DHS Funding, Warren Slams DHS's Lack of Accountability On Agents' Use Of Violent Force Against U.S. Citizens
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Warren: "It is not a surprise that ICE agents seem to think that they are above the law because Donald Trump, JD Vance, and the Republicans are treating them like they are above the law."
Warren: "It is Congress's responsibility to step up and say we are go more
Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Bexar County for Using Texans' Tax Dollars to Fund Lawyers Helping Violent Illegals Avoid Deportation
AUSTIN, Texas, Feb. 4 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Ken Paxton Sues Bexar County for Using Texans' Tax Dollars to Fund Lawyers Helping Violent Illegals Avoid Deportation
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Attorney General Ken Paxton filed a lawsuit against Bexar County, the Bexar County Commissioners Court, and multiple county officials for unlawfully allocating taxpayer dollars to fund the legal defense of individuals unlawfully present in the United States w more
Author Wexler Testifies Before House Oversight & Government Reform Committee
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee Task Force on the Declassification of Federal Secrets released the following written testimony by author and investigative researcher Stuart Wexler from a Jan. 22, 2026, hearing entitled "Declassified MLK Records: What They Reveal and Why They Matter." MLK stands for Martin Luther King Jr.
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Greetings Chairwoman Luna and fellow members of the Task Force on The Release of Federal Secrets.
Thank you for inviting me to more
Barrasso: It is Time to End Sanctuary City Policies
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release:
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Barrasso: It is Time to End Sanctuary City Policies
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"When liberal cities provide sanctuary for criminals, they deny safety for law-abiding citizens. If immigration law is ignored nationwide, almost anyone who enters the United States illegally could remain here for the rest of their life. Preventing cooperation between state and federal officials would make the chaos of Joe Biden's wide-open borde more
Bennet, Hickenlooper, DeGette, Neguse, Crow, Pettersen Condemn Reports of Racist "Death Cards," Request Independent Investigation, Full Briefing
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Bennet, Hickenlooper, DeGette, Neguse, Crow, Pettersen Condemn Reports of Racist "Death Cards," Request Independent Investigation, Full Briefing
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Washington, D.C. -Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined Colorado Senator John Hickenlooper, and Representatives Diana DeGette, Joe Neguse, Jason Crow, and Brittany Pettersen to condemn reports that families in Eagle County, Colorado, found " de more
Bennet, Merkley, Durbin, Peters, Colleagues Urge Circuit Court to Affirm the Critical Protections of Minors in Immigration Detention
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Michael F. Bennet, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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Bennet, Merkley, Durbin, Peters, Colleagues Urge Circuit Court to Affirm the Critical Protections of Minors in Immigration Detention
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Washington, D.C. -Colorado U.S. Senator Michael Bennet joined U.S. Senators Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Gary Peters (D-Mich.) and 22 of their Senate colleagues to file an amicus brief with the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals urging the Court to uph more
Bishop Votes To Reopen Government & Focus Congress on ICE, Public Safety
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Bishop Votes To Reopen Government & Focus Congress on ICE, Public Safety
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WASHINGTON - Yesterday, Congressman Sanford D. Bishop, Jr. (GA-02) voted to support a combined funding bill which will provide full-year funding for Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 to the U.S. Departments of Labor, Education, and other departments and agencies that support affordable housing and health care and advance medical more
Congressman Bentz Supports House Passage of Appropriations Bills
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Cliff Bentz, R-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Bentz Supports House Passage of Appropriations Bills
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WASHINGTON, D.C.- Yesterday, the U.S. House of Representatives voted to pass the Senate amendment to H.R. 7148, the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026 (link is external). Congressman Bentz (OR-02) voted in favor of this legislation, which passed the House by a vote of 217-214.
This legislation includes funding for the Department of more
Congressman Raul Ruiz Introduces the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Raul Ruiz, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Raul Ruiz Introduces the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act
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Washington, D.C. -Today, Congressman Raul Ruiz, M.D. (CA-25) introduced the Humanitarian Standards for Individuals in ICE and CBP Custody Act, legislation to require U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP). The legislation ensures health screenin more
Congresswoman Escobar Reiterates Her Opposition to Any New Migrant Detention Facilities in El Paso
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Veronica Escobar, D-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Escobar Reiterates Her Opposition to Any New Migrant Detention Facilities in El Paso
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Yesterday, Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16) sent a letter to Department of Homeland (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem and Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director Todd Lyons expressing her concerns over potential new immigration detention facilities in her district.
The letter can more
Deluzio Demands Answers from ICE on Recent Arrests in Oakmont Area
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Deluzio Demands Answers from ICE on Recent Arrests in Oakmont Area
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Yesterday, Congressman Chris Deluzio sent a letter to Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director Tom Lyons demanding answers to basic questions about the recent arrest of Oakmont resident Jose Flores and other activities in the area.
"I'm demanding answers to basic questions about the arrest more
Democratic Caucuses Demand Noem's Firing Outside ICE HQ in Washington
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus issued the following news release:
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Democratic Caucuses Demand Noem's Firing Outside ICE HQ in Washington
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Yesterday, the Chairs of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Democratic Women's Caucus (DWC), the New Democrat Coalition (NDC), and the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) led over 50 Members of the H more
Deportations have more than quadrupled, ICE street arrests up elevenfold, new report shows
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 4 (TNSrpt) -- The University of California posted the following news release:
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Deportations have more than quadrupled, ICE street arrests up elevenfold, new report shows
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* Deportations of people arrested inside the United States increased fourfold, a larger increase than previously understood.
* New enforcement tactics, which are less focused on people with criminal convictions, led to an increase in street arrests in communities by a more
DHS Sets the Record Straight on Administrative Warrants and American Public Support of President Trump's Deportations of Illegal Aliens
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
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DHS Sets the Record Straight on Administrative Warrants and American Public Support of President Trump's Deportations of Illegal Aliens
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WASHINGTON - The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is debunking several of the mainstream media's false narratives related to the use of administrative warrants to arrest illegal aliens, as well as the notion that most Americans do not support immigr more
Fordham Law School: Combating Forced Labor in the Seafood Supply Chain
BRONX, New York, Feb. 4 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news:
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Combating Forced Labor in the Seafood Supply Chain
By Sejla Rizvic
Jennifer Gordon, an expert on migrant workers' rights and the John D. Feerick Chair at Fordham Law, traveled to Indonesia and Taiwan in December 2025 to advocate for improved working conditions for migrant fishers in these countries.
Gordon was contacted by Global Labor Justice, a U.S.-based nonprofit organization that supports unio more
Graham Cosponsors SAVE America Act
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release:
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Graham Cosponsors SAVE America Act
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) today cosponsored the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act, an expanded version of the SAVE Act. The updated legislation would require voter ID in federal elections, along with the original bill's requirement to demonstrate proof of citizenship in order to register to vote. Gra more
Heinrich, Lujan Join Effort to Uphold Protections for Kids in Immigration Detention
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Lujan Join Effort to Uphold Protections for Kids in Immigration Detention
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) joined 25 of their Senate colleagues in filing an amicus brief to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals urging the Court to uphold the 1997 Flores Settlement Agreement, which sets critical minimum standards for children in immigrat more
Heinrich, Lujan Join Effort to Uphold Protections for Kids in Immigration Detention
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Lujan Join Effort to Uphold Protections for Kids in Immigration Detention
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.) joined 25 of their Senate colleagues in filing an amicus brief to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals urging the Court to uphold the 1997 Flores Settlement Agreement, which sets critical minimum standards for children in immigratio more
ICYMI: At the White House, Graham Stands Firm on Push to Abolish Sanctuary Cities
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-South Carolina, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: At the White House, Graham Stands Firm on Push to Abolish Sanctuary Cities
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Lindsey Graham (R-South Carolina) yesterday stood with President Trump in the Oval Office and called for an end to sanctuary cities during the signing ceremony for the third Fiscal Year (FY26) appropriations package.
Senator Graham has maintained that the underlying cause of illega more
ICYMI: Representatives Tran, Salinas, Senator Merkley Hold Press Conference Introducing Bicameral Bill to Hold ICE, CBP Accountable for Constitutional Rights Abuses
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Derek Tran, D-California, issued the following news release:
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ICYMI: Representatives Tran, Salinas, Senator Merkley Hold Press Conference Introducing Bicameral Bill to Hold ICE, CBP Accountable for Constitutional Rights Abuses
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Washington, D.C. - Yesterday, U.S. Representatives Derek Tran (CA-45) and Andrea Salinas (OR-06) and U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR) held a press conference to introduce bicameral legislation to hold U.S. Immigration and Customs Enfor more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "TAXPAYER DOLLARS SHOULD BE USED TO MAKE LIFE MORE AFFORDABLE FOR EVERYDAY AMERICANS, NOT TO BRUTALIZE OR KILL THEM"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES: "TAXPAYER DOLLARS SHOULD BE USED TO MAKE LIFE MORE AFFORDABLE FOR EVERYDAY AMERICANS, NOT TO BRUTALIZE OR KILL THEM"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and members of House and Senate Democratic leadership, where he emphasized that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fun more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "TAXPAYER DOLLARS SHOULD BE USED TO MAKE LIFE MORE AFFORDABLE FOR EVERYDAY AMERICANS, NOT TO BRUTALIZE OR KILL THEM"
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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LEADER JEFFRIES: "TAXPAYER DOLLARS SHOULD BE USED TO MAKE LIFE MORE AFFORDABLE FOR EVERYDAY AMERICANS, NOT TO BRUTALIZE OR KILL THEM"
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Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference with Senate Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer and members of House and Senate Democratic leadership, where he emphasized that taxpayer dollars should not be used to fund the Department of Homela more
Media Tip Sheet: Partial Government Shutdown Ends
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- George Washington University posted the following news:
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Media Tip Sheet: Partial Government Shutdown Ends
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WASHINGTON (February 2, 2026) - The partial government shutdown officially ends today as the House passes a set of spending bills. The deal allows 10 days for Republicans and Democrats to agree on policy changes regarding how Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents conduct immigration raids. If not, the Department of Homeland Security will shut down on Fe more
My Message to President Trump: Kristi Noem Must Go
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Hillary Scholten, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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My Message to President Trump: Kristi Noem Must Go
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, U.S. Congresswoman Hillary Scholten (D-MI-03) released the following statement calling on President Trump to remove U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Kristi Noem from her position.
"Mr. President, I want to address you directly. Cabinet officials serve at the pleasure of the President. When they fai more
National Park Service - Fee Increases for International Visitors Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13098) on Feb. 3, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay and immigration policy analyst Jill H. Wilson:
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National Park Service: Fee Increases for International Visitors
Congress has debated various measures to generate additional funds for the National Park System in light of a large backlog of deferred maintenance on system lands. One option under disc more
OLLI at Florida State University offers courses, lecture series for lifelong learners this spring
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Feb. 4 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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OLLI at Florida State University offers courses, lecture series for lifelong learners this spring
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The Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) at Florida State University is offering registration for its spring 2026 courses, with an enriching program tailored for adults who love to learn in a stress-free environment.
OLLI at FSU offers learners over 50 a wealth of opportunities to explore the world more
Proposed ICE Facility Threatens Byhalia, Mississippi Economy and Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Roger Wicker, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release:
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Proposed ICE Facility Threatens Byhalia, Mississippi Economy and Infrastructure
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., sent a letter to the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary, Kristi Noem. He expressed opposition to a proposed DHS plan to purchase a warehouse in Byhalia, Mississippi, and to convert it into an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention center. The more
Rep. Becca Balint's Statement on ICE Detention of Vermont Pastor and Nursing Assistant
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Becca Balint, D-Vermont, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Becca Balint's Statement on ICE Detention of Vermont Pastor and Nursing Assistant
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WASHINGTON, D.C.-The Vermont Congressional Delegation, U.S. Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), U.S. Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and U.S. Representative Becca Balint (VT-At-Large), today released the following statement:
"We are horrified to learn of the detention of Vermont pastor and nursing assistant Steven Ten more
Secretary of State Rubio, Agriculture Secretary Rollins Issue Joint Statement on Securing Critical Water Resources for South Texas Agriculture
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following joint statement on Feb. 3, 2026, by Secretary Marco Rubio and Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins on securing critical water resources for south Texas agriculture:
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On January 31, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of State welcomed a new commitment between the United States and Mexico that strengthens implementation of the 1944 Water Treaty, providing greater certainty for farmers, ranchers, and more
Senator Marshall: Trump is Using Tariffs for Economic & National Security Benefits
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall: Trump is Using Tariffs for Economic & National Security Benefits
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Senator Marshall Joins The Evening Edit on Fox Business
Washington - On Tuesday, U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined The Evening Edit on Fox Business with Liz MacDonald to discuss how President Trump's deal with India will benefit American agriculture and oil, as well as the Trump administration's more
Senator Schmitt Torches Soros-Funded Witness during Senate Judiciary Hearing, Highlights Bill to Denaturalize Scammers
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Senator Schmitt Torches Soros-Funded Witness during Senate Judiciary Hearing, Highlights Bill to Denaturalize Scammers
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WASHINGTON -Today, during a Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on Federal Courts and Oversight hearing, U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) highlighted his White House-endorsed Stop Citizenship Abuse and Misrepresentation (SCAM) Act to denaturalize individuals that commit fraud, other ser more
State Dept. Issues Readout of Deputy Secretary Landau Meeting With Foreign Minister Sommerfeld
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following readout by Principal Deputy Spokesperson Tommy Pigott on Secretary Marco Rubio's meeting on Feb. 3, 2026, with Ecuadorean Foreign Minister Gabriela Sommerfeld:
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Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met today with Ecuadorean Foreign Minister Gabriela Sommerfeld on the margins of the Critical Minerals Ministerial in Washington, D.C.
They reaffirmed their mutual commitment to ending illegal immigration, advancing more
Tri-Caucus Leads 105 Members in Message to Trump: Fire Noem
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The Congressional Black Caucus issued the following news release:
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Tri-Caucus Leads 105 Members in Message to Trump: Fire Noem
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Today, the Congressional Tri-Caucus, composed of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), and the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), condemned the escalating abuse of power evidenced in the actions of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) immigration enforcement agencies and called on Pr more
Tri-Caucus Leads 105 Members in Message to Trump: Fire Noem
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- The Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus issued the following news release:
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Tri-Caucus Leads 105 Members in Message to Trump: Fire Noem
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Congressional Tri-Caucus, composed of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), and the Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), condemned the escalating abuse of power evidenced in the actions of Department of Homeland Security (DHS) immigration enforceme more
U.S. Attorney Ganjei announces record-breaking year for border security, cartel dismantling, and espionage disruption
HOUSTON, Texas, Feb. 4 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of Texas posted the following news release:
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U.S. Attorney Ganjei announces record-breaking year for border security, cartel dismantling, and espionage disruption
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HOUSTON - The Southern District of Texas marked major milestones in the pursuit of justice and fulfilled its duties with substantial results in safeguarding the district with important actions in the recent year, announced U.S. Attorney Nicho more
UK Government Repeatedly Undermined Rights in 2025
NEW YORK, Feb. 4 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news:
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UK Government Repeatedly Undermined Rights in 2025
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(London, February 4, 2026) - The Labour government in the UK, during its first full year in authority has carried out punitive immigration policies that have emboldened the far right, an authoritarian crackdown on protest rights, and a failure to adequately address an ongoing and worsening cost of living crisis, Human Rights Watch said today i more
Underwood Demands Full Accounting of Operation Midway Blitz
WASHINGTON, Feb. 4 -- Rep. Lauren Underwood, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Underwood Demands Full Accounting of Operation Midway Blitz
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WASHINGTON -Representative Lauren Underwood, member of the House Homeland Security Appropriations Subcommittee, sent three investigative letters to Department of Homeland Security Secretary (DHS) Kristi Noem, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Acting Director Todd Lyons, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Commiss more
Baldwin Secures Over $5 Million in Direct Support for 5 Projects in Western Wisconsin in Government Funding Bill
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
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Baldwin Secures Over $5 Million in Direct Support for 5 Projects in Western Wisconsin in Government Funding Bill
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI), member of the Senate Appropriations Committee, voted to pass a bipartisan government funding bill that includes over $5 million in direct support for local projects across Western Wisconsin. Included in the government funding packa more
BREAKING: $387 Million Heinrich Secured for New Mexico in FY26 Funding Signed into Law, While Renewing Call for DHS Funding to Include Commonsense Reforms
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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BREAKING: $387 Million Heinrich Secured for New Mexico in FY26 Funding Signed into Law, While Renewing Call for DHS Funding to Include Commonsense Reforms
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.), a member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee and Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on the Legislative Branch, released the following statement announcin more
Carter: House Republicans Act to Prevent Government Shutdown
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Rep. John Carter, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Carter: House Republicans Act to Prevent Government Shutdown
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Washington, D.C. - Today, the House of Representatives passed legislation to end the partial government shutdown and continue funding the federal government.
"Keeping the government functioning is a basic responsibility of Congress," said Congressman John Carter. "House Republicans came together to do our job and provide certainty for fami more
Congress Passes Key Addiction-Related Policy and Funding Provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
ROCKVILLE, Maryland, Feb. 3 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news release:
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Congress Passes Key Addiction-Related Policy and Funding Provisions in the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026
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As of today, both the US House and US Senate have passed HR 7148 - the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2026, a package of Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 appropriations bills for several agencies, including the Department of Health and Human Services more
Congresswoman Simon's Votes Against Department of Homeland Security, ICE Funding
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Rep. Lateefah Simon, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Congresswoman Simon's Votes Against Department of Homeland Security, ICE Funding
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congresswoman Lateefah Simon (D-CA-12) released the following statement after voting against legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security Funding:
"Today I voted NO on legislation to fund the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) through February 13, 2026.
"ICE and CBP do not need more
Democratic Caucuses Demand Noem's Firing Outside ICE HQ in Washington
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- The Congressional Black Caucus issued the following news release:
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Democratic Caucuses Demand Noem's Firing Outside ICE HQ in Washington
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TODAY, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, the Chairs of the Democratic Women's Caucus (DWC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), the New Democrat Coalition (NDC), and the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) led over 50 Members of the House Democra more
Durbin Speaks At Spotlight Forum Examining Aggressive Tactics Of DHS, ICE, CBP Agents Carrying Out Trump Administration's Cruel Mass Deportation Scheme
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Durbin Speaks At Spotlight Forum Examining Aggressive Tactics Of DHS, ICE, CBP Agents Carrying Out Trump Administration's Cruel Mass Deportation Scheme
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February 03, 2026
Marimar Martinez, a U.S. citizen and Chicagoan who was shot five times by a CBP agent during the Trump Administration's so-called "Operation Midway Blitz," testified during today's spotlight forum
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senate more
In Minneapolis, Pressley, Omar Visit with Community Members, Condemn ICE Attacks, Renew Calls to Abolish Agency
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news:
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In Minneapolis, Pressley, Omar Visit with Community Members, Condemn ICE Attacks, Renew Calls to Abolish Agency
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At the Invitation of Omar, Pressley Met with Organizers and Community Members Impacted by Violence Perpetrated by ICE
Photos (Dropbox) | Press Conference (YouTube)
MINNEAPOLIS - Last week, at the invitation of Congresswoman Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (MA-07) we more
Krishnamoorthi Exposes Trump DHS' Systemic Violence and Lying, Demands Firings and Accountability
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Krishnamoorthi Exposes Trump DHS' Systemic Violence and Lying, Demands Firings and Accountability
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WASHINGTON -Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) today exposed (link is external) a pattern of systemic violence by Trump DHS at a bicameral shadow hearing titled "Our Values at Stake: Examining DHS' Use of Violence in Immigration Enforcement," detailing repeated uses of excessive force, fals more
McBath, Democratic Caucuses Demand Noem's Firing Outside ICE HQ in Washington
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Rep. Lucy McBath, D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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McBath, Democratic Caucuses Demand Noem's Firing Outside ICE HQ in Washington
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Washington, D.C. - Today, the Chairs of the Democratic Women's Caucus (DWC), Congressional Hispanic Caucus (CHC), Congressional Black Caucus (CBC), Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus (CAPAC), the New Democrat Coalition (NDC), and the Congressional Progressive Caucus (CPC) led over 50 Members of the House Democrati more
NEWS: Sen. Schiff Joins Warren, Lawmakers in Push for Expedited Probe of ICE's Violence After Watchdog Confirms Investigation
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release:
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NEWS: Sen. Schiff Joins Warren, Lawmakers in Push for Expedited Probe of ICE's Violence After Watchdog Confirms Investigation
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Lawmakers urge independent Inspector General to fast-track investigation following horrific videos, witness statements, reports of masked immigration agents using aggressive force in communities across America
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) joined more
Scanlon, Judiciary Democrats Demand DHS and ICE Rescind Memo Authorizing Warrantless Home Raids
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Rep. Mary Gay Scanlon, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Scanlon, Judiciary Democrats Demand DHS and ICE Rescind Memo Authorizing Warrantless Home Raids
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Congresswoman Mary Gay Scanlon, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on the Constitution and Limited Government, today joined Reps. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Committee; Pramila Jayapal, Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security, and Enforcement more
Senator Markey Demands Clarity from ICE on Alleged "Domestic Terrorist" Database of Protesters, Warns of Constitutional Violations
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Senator Markey Demands Clarity from ICE on Alleged "Domestic Terrorist" Database of Protesters, Warns of Constitutional Violations
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Letter Text (PDF)
Washington (February 3, 2026) - Senator Edward J. Markey (D-Mass.), member of the Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee, wrote to Todd Lyons, Acting Director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), demanding that Lyons more
Senator Murray Calls on Senate Republicans to Work with Democrats on Serious Reforms to Rein in ICE and CBP
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Patty Murray, D-Washington, issued the following news release:
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Senator Murray Calls on Senate Republicans to Work with Democrats on Serious Reforms to Rein in ICE and CBP
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Murray: "We cannot fund DHS if we do not rein in DHS."
WATCH : Senator Murray's remarks
Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, delivered the following remarks at the Senate Democratic Leadership press conference re more
Shaheen Statement on ACLU Findings Outlining Detailed Plans for Merrimack ICE Facility
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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Shaheen Statement on ACLU Findings Outlining Detailed Plans for Merrimack ICE Facility
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(Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) released the following statement in light of new findings from the American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of New Hampshire that made public state documents confirming detailed plans for a new Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) facility in Merrima more
Video: Kaine Speaks on Senate Floor to Discuss Trump's Villainization of Immigrants and Its Consequences on U.S. Citizens and Economy
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Video: Kaine Speaks on Senate Floor to Discuss Trump's Villainization of Immigrants and Its Consequences on U.S. Citizens and Economy
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VIDEO OF KAINE'S REMARKS AVAILABLE HERE.
WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) spoke on the Senate floor to pull back the curtain on what the Trump Administration claims is an immigration crackdown focused on reducing crime. In reality, President Do more
WATCH: Hickenlooper, Survivors of ICE Violence Highlight Need for Overhaul
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Hickenlooper, Survivors of ICE Violence Highlight Need for Overhaul
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Watch Hickenlooper's questions HERE.
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper underlined the need for broad reforms for Immigration and Customs Enforcement during a Senate forum featuring testimony from five witnesses including three Americans who experienced violence at the hands of DHS agents, the lawyer more
WATCH: Padilla Condemns ICE and CBP's Violent Abuse of Power Under Trump
WASHINGTON, Feb. 3 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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WATCH: Padilla Condemns ICE and CBP's Violent Abuse of Power Under Trump
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Immigration Subcommittee, joined a bicameral spotlight forum to denounce Department of Homeland Security (DHS) agents' violent tactics and disproportionate use of force as they enact President Trump's mass deportation agend more
Peters Statement on Senate Passage of Bipartisan Deal to Fund Government and Continue Negotiations on Needed DHS Reforms
WASHINGTON, Jan. 30 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Peters Statement on Senate Passage of Bipartisan Deal to Fund Government and Continue Negotiations on Needed DHS Reforms
U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI), Ranking Member of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, released the following statement after the Senate passed a bipartisan agreement to fund numerous key federal agencies while negotiations on needed reforms to the Department of more
