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Smithsonian's "First Do No Harm" Exhibition Explores Medical History
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:

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Smithsonian's "First Do No Harm" Exhibition Explores Medical History

November 6, 2026

The Smithsonian's National Museum of American History will open "First Do No Harm," an exhibition that explores science, medical practice, public health and how practitioners, inventors, patients and communities have shaped healthcare in the United States. Featuring stories about efforts to reduce suffering, extend lives and provide better healthcare for all, the exhibition is scheduled to open to the public Friday, ... Show Full Article
Federal Home Loan Bank of New York Announces Appointment of President and Chief Executive Officer
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- The Federal Home Loan Banks Office of Finance issued the following news release:

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Federal Home Loan Bank of New York Announces Appointment of President and Chief Executive Officer

November 06, 2026

The Federal Home Loan Bank ("FHLBank") of New York announced today that its board of directors has appointed Adam S. Goldstein as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective November 9, 2026.

Mr. Goldstein, age 52, has been with the FHLBank of New York since 1997 and has served as Senior Vice President and Chief Business Officer since 2015. As Senior Vice President ... Show Full Article
Archives of American Art Announces New Craft Exhibition and Launches Monthly Podcast Celebrating Makers Across the Nation
WASHINGTON, Nov. 7 -- The Smithsonian Institution issued the following news release:

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Archives of American Art Announces New Craft Exhibition and Launches Monthly Podcast Celebrating Makers Across the Nation

"Materials, Methods, and Meanings: Craft in the Archives of American Art" Opens Nov. 6 and "United States of Craft" Podcast Debuts Nov. 11

November 6, 2026

The Smithsonian's Archives of American Art announced today "Materials, Methods, and Meanings: Craft in the Archives of American Art," a new exhibition exploring stories of craft that have shaped the American experience. Now on ... Show Full Article
SBA Launches ICAP to Modernize 7(a) Loan Origination, Streamline Workflows, and Accelerate Small Business Lending
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release:

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SBA Launches iCAP to Modernize 7(a) Loan Origination, Streamline Workflows, and Accelerate Small Business Lending

Phased Onboarding Will Open for Integrated Origination, Risk Management, and Real-Time Processing for SBA Lenders

November 5, 2026

WASHINGTON -- Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the new Intelligent Capital Access Platform (iCAP), a modern origination, processing, and management platform designed to make SBA lending faster, simpler and more secure. The new ... Show Full Article
IDB Backs Uruguay's National Public Security Plan With $200 Million Loan
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:

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IDB Backs Uruguay's National Public Security Plan with $200 Million Loan

November 05, 2026

WASHINGTON -- The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $200 million loan to support Uruguay's implementation of its National Public Security Plan 2025-2035, helping the country's fight against organized crime and strengthen public security and justice.

The program will support the Ministry of the Interior, the National Police, and the Attorney General's Office. ... Show Full Article
IDB Approves $750 Million Financial Package to Support Bolivia's Economic Stabilization Plan
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:

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IDB Approves $750 Million Financial Package to Support Bolivia's Economic Stabilization Plan

November 05, 2026

WASHINGTON -- The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $750 million financial package to support Bolivia's comprehensive plan for macroeconomic stabilization and fiscal reforms.

The IDB operation supports a broader reform program agreed with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) in October 2026 and backed by the international community. ... Show Full Article
Colombia to Strengthen Energy Security and the Financial Sustainability of Its Power Sector With IDB Support
WASHINGTON, Nov. 6 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:

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Colombia to Strengthen Energy Security and the Financial Sustainability of Its Power Sector with IDB Support

November 05, 2026

WASHINGTON -- The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $450 million Programmatic Policy-Based Loan (PBP) to help strengthen energy security and the financial sustainability of Colombia's power sector.

The operation will encourage private investment in power generation and transmission, improve the execution of public resources ... Show Full Article