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NRC Issues First Construction Permit in Nearly 60 Years for High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following news release:

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NRC Issues First Construction Permit in Nearly 60 Years for High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor

November 9, 2026

Third advanced reactor construction permit this year clears

the way for 4-reactor project to supply industrial steam and electricity in Texas

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ROCKVILLE, Md. -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a construction permit for the Long Mott Generating Station in Calhoun County, Texas -- the first construction permit for a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor in nearly 60 years. ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission issued the following news release: * * * NRC Issues First Construction Permit in Nearly 60 Years for High-Temperature Gas-Cooled Reactor November 9, 2026 Third advanced reactor construction permit this year clears the way for 4-reactor project to supply industrial steam and electricity in Texas - ROCKVILLE, Md. -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has issued a construction permit for the Long Mott Generating Station in Calhoun County, Texas -- the first construction permit for a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor in nearly 60 years.It is the third advanced reactor construction permit the NRC has issued this year, clearing the way for Long Mott Energy to build a four-reactor facility.

Designed to include four X-energy Xe-100 reactors, the facility will primarily generate high-temperature steam for industrial use at the Dow Seadrift Operations site. Excess electricity will be exported to the grid.

The permit marks several regulatory firsts for the NRC: its first approval of a multimodule advanced reactor facility; its first approval of a reactor with a pebble-bed core; its first approval of a design featuring online nuclear refueling; and its first review of a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor under the agency's risk-informed, technology-inclusive Licensing Modernization Project framework.

"Today, the new NRC is issuing America's first construction permit for a high-temperature gas-cooled reactor in more than half a century," NRC Chairman Ho K. Nieh said. "We delivered on the 18-month schedule, proving we can do rigorous safety reviews on predictable timelines that move advanced nuclear technology from design to construction."

NRC staff completed the comprehensive safety evaluation in October, one month ahead of schedule. The agency issued its Environmental Assessment and Finding of No Significant Impact in May.

The construction permit authorizes the company to build the facility but does not authorize operation. Before loading fuel or operating the reactors, the company must obtain a separate operating license from the NRC. More information about the Long Mott Generating Station project is available on the NRC website (https://www.nrc.gov/facilities-safety/new-reactors/advanced-reactors/who-were-working-with/advanced-reactor-application-projects/long-mott-energy-llc).

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Original text here: https://www.nrc.gov/about-nrc/news-releases/2026/26-083

FCC Public Safety & Homeland Security Bureau Issues Public Notice: Region 17 (Kentucky) Regional Planning Committees to Hold 700 MHZ, 800 MHZ Meetings

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNSdock) -- The Federal Communications Commission Public Safety and Homeland Security Bureau issued the following public notice (PS Docket No. 23-237; WT Docket No. 02-378):

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The Region 17 (Kentucky) Regional Planning Committees (RPCs) will hold two consecutive planning meetings on Thursday, December 10, 2026. The 700 MHz RPC will convene at 1:30 p.m., at the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, 200 Mero St, Frankfort, KY, in Room C107. The 800 MHz RPC will be convened at 2:00 pm at the same location.

The agenda for the 700 MHz meeting includes:

* Call to Order - Chair

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FCC Issues Daily Digest for Nov. 9

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 (TNSdock) -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following Daily Digest (Vol. 45, No. 215) on Nov. 9, 2026:

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THE FOLLOWING ITEMS ARE DATED AND RELEASED TODAY:

NEWS RELEASES

CHAIRMAN CARR ANNOUNCES NEW LEGAL ADVISOR. by News Release. News Media Contact: MediaRelations@fcc.gov (202) 418-0500. OMR OCHBC. DOC-426658A1.docx (https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-426658A1.docx) DOC-426658A1.pdf (https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-426658A1.pdf) DOC-426658A1.txt (https://docs.fcc.gov/public/attachments/DOC-426658A1.txt)

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FCC Chairman Carr Announces New Legal Advisor

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- The Federal Communications Commission issued the following news release:

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Chairman Carr Announces New Legal Advisor

WASHINGTON, November 9, 2026--Today, FCC Chairman Brendan Carr announced that Will Holloway will join his office as a legal advisor. Most recently, Will served as a legal advisor in the Office of Commissioner Trusty.

Chairman Carr issued the following statement:

"It is an honor to have Will Holloway join our office as a legal advisor. Will has been doing excellent work across the FCC for many years now, including most recently serving as a legal advisor ... Show Full Article

FTC Secures Settlement with Stream Auto Outlet, Advancing Price Transparency for Auto-Buying Consumers

WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:

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FTC Secures Settlement with Stream Auto Outlet, Advancing Price Transparency for Auto-Buying Consumers

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The Federal Trade Commission announced an agreement today with Stream Auto Outlet, resolving claims that the Long Island, New York-based dealership group deceived consumers by advertising prices far lower than what consumers ultimately had to pay.

"Buying a car is one of the largest purchases many consumers make, and they deserve clear, transparent information about what they will pay," said Christopher ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC Secures Settlement with Stream Auto Outlet, Advancing Price Transparency for Auto-Buying Consumers * The Federal Trade Commission announced an agreement today with Stream Auto Outlet, resolving claims that the Long Island, New York-based dealership group deceived consumers by advertising prices far lower than what consumers ultimately had to pay. "Buying a car is one of the largest purchases many consumers make, and they deserve clear, transparent information about what they will pay," said ChristopherMufarrige, Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. "Hidden costs and deceptive pricing undermine informed consumer choice and distort competition. Price transparency is a cornerstone of a fair marketplace and continues to be a top priority for the Trump FTC."

The proposed order prohibits Stream Auto from misrepresenting the costs or terms of acquiring a vehicle. It also requires Stream Auto's advertisements that include price to prominently display the actual price a consumer must pay for a vehicle, excluding only charges the government requires consumers to pay.

According to the complaint, Stream Auto misled consumers into visiting its dealerships by advertising vehicles online at artificially low prices but then refusing to honor those prices. For example, Stream Auto allegedly charged consumers thousands of dollars in required down payments on top of the advertised price. Stream Auto's websites obscured information about the required down payment by including it in a small-print disclaimer on a "details" page hidden behind a popup and among other disclosures, according to the complaint.

In a March 2026 letter, the FTC warned Stream that "advertising a price that does not reflect all required fees" was an example of an illegal pricing practice. Despite claiming "NO FEES. NO GAMES. JUST CARS" in its promotional material, Stream Auto continued to charge consumers thousands more than the advertised amount through the imposition of various dealer fees and unwanted add-on charges, according to the FTC complaint.

The Commission continues to promote price transparency across several markets, including grocery delivery, rental housing, sports and concert ticketing as well as auto sales and leasing.

The Commission vote authorizing staff to file the complaint and stipulated final order was 2-0. It was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York.

NOTE: The Commission files a complaint when it has "reason to believe" that the named defendants are violating or are about to violate the law and it appears to the Commission that a proceeding is in the public interest. Stipulated orders have the force of law when approved and signed by the District Court judge.

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Original text here: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/11/ftc-secures-settlement-stream-auto-outlet-advancing-price-transparency-auto-buying-consumers (TNSmlt)

FTC Action Results in Court Issuing Temporary Restraining Order Halting Phantom Debt Collection Operation

WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release:

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FTC Action Results in Court Issuing Temporary Restraining Order Halting Phantom Debt Collection Operation

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At the Federal Trade Commission's request, a federal court has temporarily halted and frozen the assets of a debt collection operation that allegedly used deceptive and unlawful tactics to pressure consumers into paying debts that they frequently did not owe.

"Pretending to be a law firm or affiliated with attorneys and threatening to contact consumers' employers and family members to induce consumers ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC Action Results in Court Issuing Temporary Restraining Order Halting Phantom Debt Collection Operation * At the Federal Trade Commission's request, a federal court has temporarily halted and frozen the assets of a debt collection operation that allegedly used deceptive and unlawful tactics to pressure consumers into paying debts that they frequently did not owe. "Pretending to be a law firm or affiliated with attorneys and threatening to contact consumers' employers and family members to induce consumersto pay debts they do not owe is illegal," said Christopher Mufarriage, Director of the FTC's Bureau of Consumer Protection. "We are pleased that the court stopped this scheme--sending a clear message that the FTC will not tolerate bad actors using unlawful debt collection tactics to coerce consumers into paying."

According to the complaint, McDonnell & Associates LLC, also doing business as First Capital Group, Maxwell & Bryant Group and Lewis, McDonnell & Associate LLC and owners, Oscar Gerardo Gonzalez Martin and Oscar Ruiz Canela, falsely claimed to be a law firm or affiliated with attorneys and used high-pressure tactics to coerce consumers to make payments on debts that the consumers often did not owe, a practice known as phantom debt collection. For instance, the complaint alleges that the defendants left deceptive voicemail messages to get consumers to respond and threatened to contact consumers' employers and family members if they did not.

The complaint further alleges that when consumers did call back, the defendants would make a series of false representations and threats designed to coerce payment from consumers. For example, the defendants threatened to take legal action against consumers if they did not pay the alleged debt, garnish consumers' wages and put a lien on their properties. Yet, as alleged in the complaint, these threats were deceptive because defendants did not take these actions, nor did they intend to.

While making these threats, the complaint alleges, the defendants did not make legally required disclosures. For example, the defendants did not disclose that they were debt collectors and that any information consumers provided would be used for purposes of debt collection. The defendants also failed to provide consumers with legally required debt validation notices that listed the amount of the purported debt, identified the creditor and provided other essential information.

In reality, most consumers did not owe the alleged debts or the defendants lacked the authority to collect or act on the debts they claimed consumers owed. Nevertheless, because of the defendants' deceptive and abusive debt collection tactics, consumers often paid hundreds of dollars or more to satisfy the purported debts. In total, consumers have paid more than $20 million to defendants.

The court's temporary restraining order, issued on November 5, 2026, freezes the defendants' assets and puts the company under the control of a court-appointed receiver while the case continues.

The FTC alleges that the defendants' deceptive conduct violated the FTC Act, the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act.

The Commission vote authorizing the staff to file the complaint was 2-0. The complaint was filed in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California.

NOTE: The Commission files a complaint when it has "reason to believe" that the named defendants are violating or are about to violate the law and it appears to the Commission that a proceeding is in the public interest. The case will be decided by the court.

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Original text here: https://www.ftc.gov/news-events/news/press-releases/2026/11/ftc-action-results-court-issuing-temporary-restraining-order-halting-phantom-debt-collection

Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Report: 'Semi-Annual Report, January 2026 - June 2026'

WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 (TNSres) -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued the following report on October 27, 2026, entitled "Semi-Annual Report, January 2026 - June 2026."

Here are excerpts:

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The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is pleased to present our Semi-Annual Report to Congress for the period beginning January 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2026, except where otherwise noted.

Message from Acting Director Paoletta

This Report covers the remaining six months of the Bureau's work under the tenure of then-Acting Director R. Vought, who set the Bureau on a transformative path, ... Show Full Article WASHINGTON, Nov. 9 (TNSres) -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued the following report on October 27, 2026, entitled "Semi-Annual Report, January 2026 - June 2026." Here are excerpts: * * * The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is pleased to present our Semi-Annual Report to Congress for the period beginning January 1, 2026, and ending June 30, 2026, except where otherwise noted. Message from Acting Director Paoletta This Report covers the remaining six months of the Bureau's work under the tenure of then-Acting Director R. Vought, who set the Bureau on a transformative path,reversing abuses and overreach of its statutory mandates under the former Director Chopra. During this period, we have continued to advance our President's priorities, promoting policies benefiting consumers.

This leadership is committed to fixing the Bureau's broken consumer complaint system. The Bureau ceased publication of unverified complaint narratives and visualizations since the utility of such publication is minimal, causing confusion among consumers and needlessly harming companies' reputations. The Bureau aligned its complaint process with the requirements of the Fair Credit Reporting Act by directing consumers to dispute with consumer reporting agencies first before submitting complaints. The Bureau also published an updated Company Portal Manual to set clear and consistent response expectations across industries and companies. Finally, the Bureau enhanced the system's identity protections by requiring two-factor authentication.

The Bureau has continued to implement its robust deregulatory agenda by finalizing two fair lending rulemakings. First, the CFPB advanced the President's priorities by issuing a final rule amending Regulation B (Reg B) of the Equal Credit Opportunity Act (ECOA) to affirm that, as a statutory and constitutional matter, ECOA does not authorize disparate impact liability. The amended rule also prohibits use of race, color, national origin, or sex as eligibility criteria for Special Purpose Credit Programs. The second rulemaking amended Reg B provisions implementing Section 1071 of the Dodd-Frank Act to refocus the rule's coverage of credit transactions and financial institutions and remove data collection requirements that were not in the statute, such as LGBTQIA+-owned business status and use of disaggregated categories in collecting race and ethnicity data points.

This leadership has continued to ensure that our enforcement work is clearly within the CFPB's statutory authority and aligned with this administration's priorities. We adopted new Enforcement Principles focusing on addressing actual consumer harm; ensuring enforcement actions comport with due process; collaborating with institutions to address issues voluntarily and remedy consumer harm quickly; and operating efficiently by refraining from duplicative enforcement work. This new approach resulted in promptly securing over $250,000 in consumer redress for over 2,000 consumers who were affected by Bilt's transition to a new bank partner. Instead of initiating a protracted investigation and a public enforcement action that would have left harmed consumers waiting for years without any relief, CFPB leadership engaged with Bilt collaboratively and directly. The Bureau also has continued only matters that align with our priorities, and obtained favorable results for consumers, especially service members and their families and veterans.

The CFPB executed a new exam schedule consistent with its supervision priorities, focusing on depository institutions, actual consumer fraud, and areas clearly within the CFPB's statutory authority. Supervision is no longer relying on novel legal theories, nor duplicating similar federal or state oversight. Exams are governed by the Humility in Supervision Pledge, which outlines how examiners conduct supervisory work, such as ascertaining compliance of clearly identified product lines, directly tied to the governing statutory and regulatory regime. The exams focus on conciliation, correction, and remediation of consumer harm.

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View full report at: https://files.consumerfinance.gov/f/documents/cfpb_spring-2026-semi-annual-report.pdf_202610.pdf

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