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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday January 14, 2024 ( 328 items )  
'Delightful' Yellow Submarine tomato to be released in 2024
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 8 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A Cornell plant breeder has developed an unusual tomato - with yellow flesh and an oblong shape that prompted its fans to name it "Yellow Submarine." Developed by Phillip Griffiths, associate professor in the School of Integrative Plant Science, Horticulture Section, in the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS), the Yellow Submarine tomato has clear skin with an ethereal, semitranslucent look and is resistant t  more
'Fatphobia' a form of oppression, says philosopher Kate Manne
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 9 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Fatphobia, says philosopher Kate Manne, has become a vital social justice issue. In her new book, "Unshrinking: How to Face Fatphobia," Manne draws on personal experience as well as scientific research. Fatphobia is a social system that unfairly ranks bodies according to thinness, "in terms of not only our health but also our moral, sexual and intellectual status," writes Manne, associate professor of philosophy in the Co  more
2 New York-Based Reinsurance Litigators Join Husch Blackwell
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Jan. 9 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release: National law firm Husch Blackwell is pleased to announce that New York-based Michael Robles and Brian O'Sullivan have joined the firm as partners in its Insurance practice group and as members of the firm's virtual Link office. They join the firm's Financial Services & Capital Markets business unit. Robles and O'Sullivan have more than five decades of combined experience litigating or arbitrating h  more
Albany Law School Welcomes Three New Members to Board of Trustees
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- Albany Law School issued the following news: Albany Law School has added three new members to their Board of Trustees. The new members are Patricia A. Murphy '89, Damien G. Granderson '03, and Ashley N. King '11. "It's exciting to be able to add such accomplished alumni to the Board. Each of these new members bring a unique perspective and set of experiences, yet they all share a passion for Albany Law School and the success of our students," said President and De  more
Alfred University to Use $1.25 Million in Grant Funding, Software for Renewable Engineering Training Program
ALFRED, New York, Jan. 12 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Alfred University has been awarded a $466,853 grant from the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) which will support student internships and fund a program that provides short course training for renewable energy engineering students and workers in the electric utilities field. The University has also received a donation from GE Digital of $786,000 in grid planning and operations soft  more
Alfred University: Leo Tecosky '03 to Join Sculptor Kim Thomas in February Black Glass Artist Series
ALFRED, New York, Jan. 12 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Glass sculptor Leo Tecosky '03 will return to Alfred University as part of the School of Art and Design's 2024 Black Glass Artist Series. Tecosky will visit the University from Feb. 13 through Feb. 16. He will host glass demonstrations from 1:30 to 4 pm on Feb. 13 and 15 in the Glass Studio, and deliver a public lecture on Feb. 16 at 4:30 pm in Room C of Binns Merrill 106. Tecosky is the recipient of the 36th an  more
Alfred University: SOAD Dean Lauren Lake Named President of the National Council for Arts Administrators
ALFRED, New York, Jan. 12 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Lauren Lake, Michele and Marty Cohen Dean of Alfred University's School of Art & Design + Performing Arts Division, recently was named president of the National Council of Arts Administrators (NCAA). Her two-year term began on Jan. 1. NCAA is a community of current and future arts administrators in higher education. For 50 years the organization has promoted, enhanced, and maximized communication among administra  more
ALM's Judy Diamond Associates Introduces a Small Group Markets Database to the Insurance Industry
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- ALM, a media, information and intelligence company, issued the following news release: Judy Diamond Associates, a unit of ALM Global, LLC, is thrilled to announce its new Small Group Markets database for employee benefits brokers and insurance carriers. Subscribers of the online platform will be able to access critical information on active businesses, including key contact info for plan decision-makers, company address, telephone, estimated revenue, and more. Customers can  more
America in the Morning Launches on Cumulus Podcast Network
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Cumulus Media, an audio-first media and entertainment company, issued the following company release on Jan. 8, 2024: Cumulus Media (NASDAQ: CMLS) today announced that Westwood One's award-winning daily news magazine program, America in the Morning, joins the Cumulus Podcast Network. With host John Trout, America in the Morning podcast offers up-to-the-minute news reports from around the country and across the globe, with the latest overnight developments in business, breaki  more
Ameriprise Financial Announces Schedule for Fourth Quarter 2023 Investor Conference Call
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Ameriprise Financial, a provider of investment advice, asset management and insurance capabilities, issued the following news release: Ameriprise Financial, Inc. (NYSE: AMP) plans to announce its fourth quarter 2023 financial results on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 after the close of the New York Stock Exchange. The company will host a conference call to discuss the results on Thursday, January 25, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. (ET). Live audio of the conferenc  more
Anheuser-Busch: Michelob ULTRA Named Exclusive Beer Sponsor Of Team USA At The Olympic And Paralympic Games And Official Beer Sponsor Of The LA28 Games
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: Anheuser-Busch, America's leading brewer, today announced that Michelob ULTRA has become the exclusive beer sponsor of Team USA for the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024, Milan Cortina 2026, and Los Angeles 2028, and will be the Official Beer Sponsor of the LA28 Games. Michelob ULTRA, a superior light beer, is brewed for those who celebrate living an active and balanced lifestyle.   more
Art Bridges Grant to Support Gordon Parks Exhibition at Syracuse University Art Museum Next Fall
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 11 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse University Art Museum has received a grant from the Art Bridges Foundation to support the exhibition and related programming for "Homeward to the Prairie I Come: Gordon Parks Photographs," on loan from the Marianna Kistler Beach Museum of Art at Kansas State University. The exhibition of over 75 original photographs will be on view at the museum from Aug. 22 to Dec. 17, 2024. Gordon Roger Alexander Buchanan   more
Art Gallery Will Be Part of Jan. 21 Dr. Martin Luther King Celebration
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse University's 39th Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration will include an art gallery exhibit in Club 44 on the western concourse level of the JMA Wireless Dome. To express the celebration theme of "The Reach of the Dream," seven local artists were selected to show their works in the specially designed gallery, which will be open to the public on Sunday, Jan. 21, before and during the celebration   more
Arthur Bochner Named Next News Corp Chief Communications Officer
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- News Corp., a diversified media and information services company, issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: News Corp today announced that veteran communications advisor Arthur Bochner will become Chief Communications Officer and Executive Vice President, following the retirement later this year of Jim Kennedy, who joined the company in 2013. Mr. Bochner will begin at News Corp this month, working with Mr. Kennedy and his team during the transition. He spent near  more
Bankrate: More Cardholders Are Carrying Credit Card Debt, and 56 Million Have Been in Debt for at Least a Year
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Bankrate, a provider of financial services, issued the following news release: Nearly half of credit cardholders (49%) carry a balance from month to month, according to a new survey by Bankrate. This is an increase from 39% in 2021. Additionally, over half of those carrying debt (58%) have been in debt for at least a year, up from 50% in 2021. Click here for more information: https://www.bankrate.com/finance/credit-cards/credit-card-debt-survey/ Overall, Gen X (age  more
Barbara Opar Receives 2023 Libraries Distinguished Service Award
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: The Syracuse University Libraries Assembly selection panel chose Barbara Opar '73, G'74, librarian for architecture and French language and literature, as the 2023 recipient of the Libraries' Distinguished Service Award. The award was presented at the Libraries' holiday and recognition event on Dec. 20. From left: Michael Speaks, dean of the School of Architecture, Barbara Opar, librarian for architecture and French l  more
Bard College Launches Anthony Lester Fellowships to Support Practical Work in the Field of Human Rights and the Rule of Law
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- Bard College issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: The Human Rights Project at Bard College announced today the launch of the Anthony Lester Fellowships, which support lawyers or law students undertaking practical fieldwork in human rights and the rule of law. These fellowships will enable lawyers and law students early in their careers to undertake a project that helps effect practical change and are designed for those who may no  more
Barnard College Archives' Delicate and Distinct Approach
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Barnard College issued the following news: * * * Recent acquisitions from outside the College community reveal a burgeoning reputation for feminist research at the campus, thanks to the skillful approach of Barnard's archivists. * * * Last year, staff from Barnard Archives completed processing the Nancy Friday Papers, a gift from the author and pop psychologist who passed away in 2017. Delayed because of pandemic pauses and the time it takes to handle sensitive m  more
Barnes & Noble Announces Qawale as Their January Game of the Month
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: Barnes & Noble announces Qawale as its Game of the Month pick for January. The beautifully designed, addictive new game from Hachette Boardgames fits right at home in any game collection -- or better yet, displayed as a centerpiece on a coffee table. "Our booksellers could not be more enthusiastic that Qawale is our newest Barnes & Noble Game of the Month," s  more
Barnes & Noble Opens New Store in Ledgewood
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: Barnes & Noble is thrilled to announce the opening of its new Ledgewood bookstore on Wednesday, January 17th. The new Barnes & Noble is located in Ledgewood Commons (461 State Route 10, Ledgewood, NJ 07852) next to DSW and Ulta Beauty. The bookstore will officially open to the public at 9AM ET on Wednesday the 17th, with author Amy Jo Burns cutting the ribbon  more
Binghamton University: Pediatric Well-Being Picture Scale Developed Through Partnership With Local Schools
BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 11 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Andi Stack Since 2015, Decker College of Nursing and Health Sciences students have implemented asthma education intervention in the community in a course called Asthma-Based Research. This course, now taught by Associate Professors of Nursing Judith Quaranta '79, MS '98, PhD '13, and Rosa Darling '07, MS '09, PhD '10 under the name Undergraduate Research Seminar Nursing 499, this Community-Engaged Learning cou  more
Binghamton University: Scholarship Honors Life of Key Administrator at Founding of School of Advanced Technology, Watson School
BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 11 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Chris Kocher Colleagues who worked alongside Patricia "Pat" Walter at Binghamton University recall a true "people person" who took her job seriously but also knew how to have fun. Walter, who died in 2020 at age 85, served as the first administrative assistant to the dean of the School of Advanced Technology -- now the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science -- and later used the first com  more
Binghamton University: Watson College Alumna Shares Engineering Knowledge With Ugandan Women
BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 12 -- Binghamton University issued the following Q&A on Jan. 11, 2024, with alumna Nourin Haque: * * * After receiving her computer engineering degree from Binghamton University's Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science, Nourin Haque '23 was offered a position at Cadence Design Systems, a leading electronic design automation and intelligent software system design company. Nine days after graduation, Haque moved to California, and her role as an a  more
Binghamton University: Watson College's Fabrication Lab is Where Ideas Become Reality
BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 10 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Chris Kocher Part of fostering a world-class education is providing amazing spaces where students can pursue their classwork and projects. That's why the old Student Shop got a complete makeover as part of the $22 million renovation of the Engineering Building from 2019 to 2021. The utilitarian layout that was subdivided with equipment for various tasks has become an open, collaborative space rebranded as the  more
Blackstone Announces New Co-Chief Investment Officers and Co-Head of Real Estate
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Blackstone, an investment firm, issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: Blackstone (NYSE: BX) announced today that Ken Caplan, current Global Co-Head of Real Estate, and Lionel Assant, European Head of Private Equity, have been elevated to newly created roles as Global Co-Chief Investment Officers (CIOs) of Blackstone. They will enhance the coordination and oversight of the Firm's already rigorous investment process. Nadeem Meghji, Head of Real Estate Americas,   more
Bloomberg Media: How We're Keeping Our Audience First - By Innovating Our Newsletter Portfolio for Our Users
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Bloomberg Media issued the following news release: In 2022 Bloomberg Media announced the company's shift to an Audience-First mentality with every action and decision the teams make, by investing the time to understand our customers across every platform we operate and to focus on building features, products and businesses that super-serve them. The new blog series, "How We're Keeping Our Audience First" written by the teams implementing this mandate, will help show how Blo  more
Bloomberg to Host Inaugural Green Festival in Seattle
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Bloomberg Media issued the following news release: Bloomberg Media will host its first-ever Bloomberg Green Festival from July 10-13 in Seattle. The Bloomberg Green Festival, driven by Bloomberg's global newsroom, will connect business and government leaders, climate innovators and the local Seattle community to discuss and accelerate solutions for climate action. The four-day event will take place across various locations including the Marion Oliver McCaw Hall, Seattle Cen  more
BofA Launches CashPro Insights - Latest Digital Innovation for Treasury Management
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Bank of America, a financial institution, issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Bank of America today announced the launch of CashPro Insights, a digital tool that analyzes information flowing through the CashPro platform. Through data-driven intelligence, clients are presented with insights that empower them to make more informed treasury decisions and drive cost savings and efficiencies. CashPro is Bank of America's digital banking platform accessed by more   more
Book by Stony Brook University Professor Receives Honorable Mention From Modern Language Association of America
STONY BROOK, New York, Jan. 12 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: Douglas Pfeiffer, associate professor in the Department of English in the College of Arts and Sciences at Stony Brook University recently received an honorable mention from the Modern Language Association of America (MLA) for his book "Authorial Personality and the Making of Renaissance Texts: The Force of Character." The MLA recently reported Pfeiffer's distinction thr  more
Breaking silence: Speak up to honor MLK Jr., historian says
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 10 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Our collective memory of Martin Luther King Jr. focuses on his advocacy of nonviolent direct action. But according to a Cornell historian, that memory ignores his most radical message: the importance of speaking up against social injustice. "Chief among the things that we misremember is how much he called attention to the fact that so many white moderates were silent in the face of injustice. He was a huge critic of tha  more
Brian Lanphere to lead Cornell AES' Musgrave Research Farm
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 8 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Brian Lanphere has been hired as supervisor of Musgrave Research Farm in Aurora, NY. The farm, operated by the Cornell University Agricultural Experiment Station (Cornell AES), is 450 acres and hosts research trials and educational programming for growers on crops like corn, soybeans, small grains and livestock forage crops. "Brian comes to us with a myriad of experience, most notably with precision ag technology, and th  more
Broadridge Launches GenAI-Powered OpsGPT to Transform and Optimize Trading in a T+1 Environment
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Broadridge Financial Solutions, a provider of investor communications and technology-driven solutions to banks, broker-dealers, asset managers and corporate issuers, issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: Global Fintech leader Broadridge Financial Solutions, Inc. (NYSE:BR), today announced the launch of OpsGPT, a new capability for operations users, analysts, and management teams to transform their operations across the post-trade lifecycle. Powered by Generati  more
Brooklyn Law School: Professor of Law Emeritus Richard Allan, Beloved Teacher and Mentor, Dies at 92
BROOKLYN, New York, Jan. 9 -- Brooklyn Law School issued the following news: Professor of Law Emeritus Richard Allan, who taught Entertainment Law, Civil Procedure, and Family Law at Brooklyn Law School for more than 40 years, died of natural causes on Jan. 2. He was 92. Beloved by generations of Brooklyn Law School students as a teacher and mentor, Allan was a full-time professor at the Law School for more than 40 years, joining in 1973 after more than a decade of practicing law in New York   more
Brooklyn Law School: Public Service Luminary Lynn Tabbott '86 Retires as NYS Chief Deputy Inspector General
BROOKLYN, New York, Jan. 12 -- Brooklyn Law School issued the following news: By Teresa Novellino New York State Chief Deputy Inspector General Lynn Tabbott '86 has retired from the Offices of the Inspector General (OIG), bidding goodbye to a satisfying career in public service and to her team, although Tabbott joked that at a December farewell party, colleagues were openly "taking bets" on whether she actually could stop working. Besides energy, Tabbott displayed impressive range in her leg  more
Brown Rudnick Continues Corporate Practice Expansion With Partner David Haber
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Brown Rudnick, a law firm, issued the following news release: In a move that further strengthens its position as one of PitchBook's top 25 firms advising on venture capital deals, Brown Rudnick announced today that David Haber has joined the Firm's New York office as a partner in the Corporate practice. Haber brings more than 25 years of experience representing emerging tech companies across the United States and the globe. He focuses his practice on start-up companies, ven  more
Cadwalader Opens the Doors to Its New Washington, D.C. Space
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Cadwalader, a law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader officially relocated to its new, state-of-the-art office space in Washington, D.C. on January 8. Located in Foggy Bottom, long known as the city's government and cultural hub, the firm's new space at 1919 Pennsylvania Avenue NW is in the middle of a bustling central business district. Cadwalader occupies two floors of the eight-story building, including its sixth floor, featuring offices, collaboration   more
Campbellsville University: Michelli, Internationally-Recognized Speaker, Author and Consultant, to Give Address at Chapel Jan. 24
CAMPBELLSVILLE, Kentucky, Jan. 11 -- Campbellsville University issued the following news: By Gerard Flanagan, news writer and photographer, Office of University Communications Campbellsville University will welcome Dr. Joseph Michelli as the featured speaker at the university's chapel at 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 24. According to his biography, Michelli is "an internationally sought-after speaker, author, and organizational consultant who transfers his knowledge of exceptional business pract  more
Carlyle Raises Over $600 Million for Its First CLO Captive Equity Fund
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: Global investment firm, Carlyle (NASDAQ: CG) today announced the final close of its inaugural collateralized loan obligation ("CLO") captive equity fund, CLO Partners. The fund raised more than $600 million, exceeding its initial $500 million target. CLO Partners invests primarily in the equity of Carlyle-managed CLOs in the US and Europe, leveraging Carlyle's data and expertise as one of the world's largest  more
Carlyle to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Host Investor Conference Call
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: The Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CG) announced today that it will release financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2023 on Thursday, February 8, 2024, and host a conference call at 10:00 a.m. EST. The conference call will be available via public webcast from the Events & Presentations section of ir.carlyle.com and a replay will also be available after the call's completion. Chief Execut  more
Carlyle to Announce Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Host Investor Conference Call
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 (TNSres) -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: The Carlyle Group Inc. (NASDAQ: CG) announced today that it will release financial results for the fourth quarter and full year 2023 on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, and host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. EST, a day in advance of the prior announcement. The conference call will be available via public webcast from the Events & Presentations section of ir.carlyle.com and a replay will also be availa  more
Carter Ledyard & Milburn: New York City Unveils Subsidy for Mixed Income Development
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Carter Ledyard and Milburn LLP, a legal firm, issued the following news: At the turn of the new year, New York City unveiled a city-funded adaptation of the 421a tax incentive (named after Section 421a of NY Real Property Tax and Proceedings Law), the lucrative state tax exemption that lapsed in 2022. Since the 1970s, developers for most major residential projects in New York City relied on 421a, which froze property taxes on new developments for up to 30 years. Building ow  more
Carter Ledyard Client McIntyre Partners Raises $100m Debt Offering
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Carter Ledyard and Milburn LLP, a legal firm, issued the following news on Jan. 9, 2024: Carter Ledyard announced today that its client, McIntyre Partners, a private investment firm, raised $100 million via an offering of notes and warrants for equity in Aurora. The financing was made to enable McIntyre and Velocity Partners, a private equity firm focused on the energy and industrials sector, to acquire Moreld, an energy services company on the Norwegian continental shelf   more
Casper Labs to Build a Blockchain-Powered Solution With IBM Consulting to Help Improve Transparency and Auditability for Generative AI Systems
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- IBM issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: Casper Labs, the enterprise blockchain software and services provider, and IBM (NYSE: IBM) Consulting today announced they will work to help clients leverage blockchain to gain greater transparency and auditability in their AI systems. Together, Casper Labs and IBM Consulting plan to develop a new Casper Labs solution, designed with blockchain and built leveraging IBM watsonx.governance, that establishes an additional   more
Center on Disability and Inclusion Awarded $1.7M to Support Employment for Individuals with Disabilities
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: InclusiveU students meet prospective employers at the spring 2023 "reverse job fair" in downtown Syracuse. The School of Education's Center on Disability and Inclusion has been awarded a five-year, $1.7 million New York State Education Department (NYSED) Core Rehabilitation Services contract to support individuals with disabilities interested in obtaining, maintaining or advancing in employment. The contract is admi  more
Chancellor John B. King, Jr. and SUNY Board of Trustees Statement on Governor Hochul's State of the State Address
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The State University of New York issued the following joint statement on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * "Governor Kathy Hochul's 2024 State of the State address outlines a clear vision of opportunity and advancement, building on SUNY's strengths and momentum as an engine of excellence and upward mobility for New York State. "We applaud Governor Hochul's proposal to ensure that more of New York's home-grown, high-achieving students attend outstanding selective SUNY campuses.   more
ChatGPT 'memorizes' and spits out entire poems
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 9 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Ask ChatGPT to find a well-known poem and it will probably regurgitate the entire text verbatim - regardless of copyright law - according to a new study by Cornell researchers. The study showed that ChatGPT, a large language model that generates text on demand, was capable of "memorizing" poems, especially famous ones commonly found online. The findings pose ethical questions about how ChatGPT and other proprietary artif  more
Clarkson University Facilities Sets the (International) Standard in Facilities Information Systems
POTSDAM, New York, Jan. 10 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: This past summer, APPA: Leadership in Facilities, the foremost and international higher education and K-12 facilities association, completed its updates and revision to the Operational Guidelines for Educational Facilities trilogy. The Trilogy is a set of manuals that encompass three topic areas within campus facilities: Custodial, Grounds, and Maintenance. These guidelines, adopted and adapted by hundreds of instituti  more
Clarkson University Research Professor Receives Service Award, Publishes Academic Papers
POTSDAM, New York, Jan. 5 (TNSres) -- Clarkson University issued the following news: Dana Barry, a Research Professor in Clarkson University's Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, received a Service Award in recognition of her many contributions to the KES International Organization. For the past 10 years, she gave Keynote Presentations and Chaired Invited Sessions for the field of Intelligent Systems in the KES International Conferences. She also has three new publications that are  more
Clarkson University: Student Spaceflight Experiments Program Mission 17 Carried to Space in Recent Launch
POTSDAM, New York, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Clarkson University issued the following news: The recent launch of SpaceX CRS-29 from NASA Kennedy Space Center carried an experiment from a team of local student researchers. Clarkson University and Harrisville Central School District collaboratively participated in the Student Spaceflight Experiments Program (SSEP) Mission 17 to the International Space Station (ISS). SSEP is a remarkable international STEM education initiative that allows students worl  more
Clean Energy Initiatives Outlined in New York State of the State are Key to Reaching the State's Energy Goals
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- Advanced Energy United issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Advanced Energy United today highlighted several key proposals within New York Governor Kathy Hochul's State of the State plan--including the end of ratepayer subsidies to expand the state's natural gas system (the "100-foot rule") and plans to improve the state's transmission systems--as being key steps to accelerating the transition away from fossil fuels and promoting the swift deployment of rene  more
CNN Audio's Chasing Life With Dr. Sanjay Gupta Returns for Season 9
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- CNN issued the following news on Jan. 9, 2024: CNN Audio announced today that multiple award-winning journalist and CNN Chief Medical Correspondent Dr. Sanjay Gupta will delve deeper into how weight fits into our understanding of what it means to be healthy in the ninth season of his podcast Chasing Life with Dr. Sanjay Gupta, returning Tuesday, January 16. Can a holistic picture of your health really be painted by a number on a scale? This season, Dr. Gupta explores socie  more
Columbia Joins New York Consortium on Artificial Intelligence
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Columbia University issued the following news: Columbia University will join six other research institutions as part of a plan announced today by New York Governor Kathy Hochul to make New York State a leader in artificial intelligence research and innovation. At the center of this effort, called "Empire AI," is the building of a state-of-the art artificial intelligence computing center in upstate New York to promote responsible research and development and to creat  more
Columbia Journalism School Receives $10 Million Gift To Endow One of Nation's Most Prestigious Journalism Awards
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Columbia University's Columbia Journalism School issued the following news on Jan. 11, 2024: Columbia Journalism School today announced that its longtime partner the Jessie Ball duPont Fund, a Jacksonville, Florida-based private foundation, has donated $10 million to endow the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Awards. Founded in 1942 by Jessie Ball duPont in honor of her late husband Alfred I. duPont, the duPont-Columbia Awards are the premier national honors recognizing  more
Columbia Law School: Annual Conference Explores Issues in M&A and Corporate Governance
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- The Columbia Law School issued the following news: * * * The event, sponsored by the Center on Corporate Governance and the Millstein Center, featured panels on new securities regulation, antitrust enforcement and litigation, cryptocurrency assets, and potential conflicts in controlling shareholder transactions. * * * Speakers from academia, the judiciary, and the legal and finance industries headlined Columbia Law School's annual daylong conference on mergers a  more
Columbia Law School: Professor Thomas W. Merrill on the Future of the Chevron Doctrine
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- The Columbia Law School issued the following news: * * * A decision in two combined cases being argued at the Supreme Court in January could overturn a 40-year-old doctrine that allows federal agencies to interpret ambiguous statutes. That shouldn't undo decades of decisions, says the Columbia Law expert on administrative and constitutional law. * * * The Supreme Court is set to hear oral arguments on January 17 in Loper Bright Enterprises v. Raimondo and Relentless v. D  more
Columbia Mailman Women Faculty Are Named Among Top Scientists in the World
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: Research.com released its 2023 ranking of the Top 1000 Female Scientists in the World which includes several Columbia Mailman School female faculty. The list is comprised of leading female scientists from all key areas of science and is based on a detailed analysis of 166,880 profiles. The list features epidemiologists Dean Linda P. Fried, MD, MPH, a physician expert in geriatric medicine and   more
Columbia Mailman Women Faculty Named Among Top Scientists in the World
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: Research.com released its 2023 ranking of the Top 1000 Female Scientists in the World, which includes several Columbia Mailman School female faculty. The list is comprised of leading female scientists from all key areas of science and is based on a detailed analysis of 166,880 profiles. The list features epidemiologists Dean Linda P. Fried, MD, MPH, a physician expert in geriatric medicine an  more
Columbia Releases New Data on Hydrogen Emissions Within the Orion Constellation
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Columbia University issued the following news: Columbia today released the first set of data from a new, high-resolution astronomical survey of the entire night sky. The data includes coordinates, calibration, and other information that will make a night sky survey, which was created by three amateur astronomers, useful as a resource for both the public and the astronomy community. The data released today offers new detail on the hydrogen emission from gas and st  more
Columbia School of Public Health: Bottled Water Can Contain Hundreds of Thousands of Nanoplastics
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * A New Microscopic Technique Zeroes in on the Poorly Explored World of Nanoplastics, Which Can Pass into Blood, Cells and Your Brain * * * Over recent years, there has been rising concern that tiny particles known as microplastics are showing up basically everywhere on Earth, from polar ice to soil, drinking water and food. Formed when plastics break down into progressively sma  more
Columbia: AI Discovers That Not Every Fingerprint is Unique
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Columbia University issued the following news: * * * Columbia engineers have built a new AI that shatters a long-held belief in forensics-that fingerprints from different fingers of the same person are unique. It turns out they are similar, only we've been comparing fingerprints the wrong way! * * * From "Law and Order" to "CSI," not to mention real life, investigators have used fingerprints as the gold standard for linking criminals to a crime. But if a perpetr  more
Communications and External Affairs Restructures Division to Enhance Service to LaGuardia
LONG ISLAND CITY, New York, Jan. 11 -- LaGuardia Community College issued the following news: The Communications and External Affairs (CEA) Division, under the leadership of Vice President Manny Romero, has modified its structure to offer enhanced services to the college. In 2022, Marketing and Communications department, previously under the Institutional Advancement Division, became its own division and was renamed as Communications and External Affairs when Vice President Romero joined LaGua  more
Concealing sexual identity may have impeded mpox care for some men
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 12 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Openly gay, bisexual and other sexual minority men were more likely than those who conceal their sexual orientation to seek care for mpox last year during a global outbreak of the disease that disproportionately affected their community, researchers from Cornell and the University of Toronto found. But it wasn't necessarily concern over being "outed" that kept some sexual minority men from seeking care for the disease,   more
Consortium aims to make NYS the world's AI capital
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 12 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A consortium aiming to make New York a global leader in artificial intelligence would help Cornell play a role in shaping the future of AI, promote responsible research and development, create jobs and unlock opportunities focused on public good. Cornell is one of seven institutions in the state poised to become part of Empire AI, proposed by Gov. Kathy Hochul during her State of the State address on Jan. 9. The $400   more
Cooley Achieves Top Marks in US, Global M&A Rankings
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Cooley, a law firm, issued the following news release: Cooley's global mergers & acquisitions practice has been recognized based on its M&A activity on year-end M&A league tables from Bloomberg, Mergermarket and LSEG Data & Analytics (formerly known as Refinitiv). The recognitions are based on Cooley's role in advising on more than 255 transactions globally announced in 2023, comprising more than $119 billion in deal volume for the year. Led by co-chairs Jamie Leigh and Bar  more
Cooley Welcomes New Chief Operating Officer Victor Nunez
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Cooley, a law firm, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: Cooley announced today that Victor Nunez has joined the firm as chief operating officer. Based in New York, Nunez will be responsible for overseeing business operations for Cooley on a global basis. "Victor's deep operations experience will be invaluable as we continue to enhance the firm's internal infrastructure to support and propel future growth," said Cooley CEO Rachel Proffitt. "Victor shares the u  more
Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science & Art: Brian Swann's Latest Book Chronicles Life During COVID
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art issued the following news: Ya-Honk! Goes the Wild Gander or, Covid Divagations, a new book by Brian Swann, professor emeritus of humanities, is now available for pre-order from MadHat Press. Swann, who retired in 2022 after five decades of teaching in the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, is a prolific writer, editor, translator, and scholar of Native American cultures and literatures. His new book follows on t  more
Cornell Lab of Ornithology: Study - Only 18% of the Global Land Area That is Needed for Human Well-Being and Biodiversity is Currently Protected
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- The Cornell Lab of Ornithology, a unit of Cornell University, issued the following news release: An international group of researchers finds that conserving about half of global land area could maintain nearly all of nature's contributions to people and still meet biodiversity targets for tens of thousands of species. But the same priority areas are at risk of conflict with human development with only 18% of that land area protected. This research is publis  more
Cornell light sail to deploy on International Space Station
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 8 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A light sail that could one day propel small spacecraft through interstellar realms is headed to the International Space Station and will be tested by astronauts on behalf of Cornell's Space Systems Design Studio. Much like a sailboat harnesses wind to travel across an ocean, light sails use the momentum of sunlight to travel through space. The "Sailing to the Stars" project is Cornell's unique version of a light sail th  more
Course on antisemitism and the law debuts in spring semester
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 10 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A new course aims to give students the tools to understand antisemitism and its history through the lens of the law. Menachem Rosensaft, adjunct professor of law at Cornell Law School, will teach "Antisemitism in the Courts and in Jurisprudence" in two separate classes in the spring semester, one for law students and other graduate students, and the other for undergraduates. "One of my principal goals is to give my stu  more
CUNY-Graduate School of Public Health: Call for Improved CDC Communication on Adult Immunization
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- The City University of New York's Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy issued the following news release: In an editorial in the Annals of Internal Medicine, CUNY SPH Distinguished Lecturer Scott Ratzan, Senior Scholar Ken Rabin, and colleagues call for the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) to "raise its persuasive communications game" on adult immunization to clinicians and the public. They argue that disseminating scientific informati  more
CUNY-Graduate School of Public Health: Universal Coronavirus Vaccine Could Save Billions of Dollars If Ready Before Next Pandemic
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- The City University of New York's Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy issued the following news release: * * * A new study suggests once developed, having a universal vaccine in advance of the next coronavirus epidemic/pandemic can save up to 7 million hospitalizations and 2 million deaths even when it is the only intervention being implemented and its efficacy is as low as 10%. * * * What if scientists had developed a universal coronavirus vaccin  more
CUNY: New Research Sheds Light on an Old Fossil, Solving an Evolutionary Mystery
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- The City University of New York's Graduate Center issued the following news on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * A student and a professor from CUNY's Graduate Center and Brooklyn College have pruned a branch off the primate tree. * * * A research paper published in Royal Society's Biology Letters on January 10 has revealed that picrodontids -- an extinct family of placental mammals that lived several million years after the extinction of the dinosaurs -- are not primates as  more
CUNY: Unraveling the Mysteries of Desert Lizards
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The City University of New York's Graduate Center issued the following news: * * * A new paper co-authored by Professor Christopher Blair offers insights into desert lizards' evolution and ways to preserve biodiversity. * * * Researchers have made significant strides in understanding the evolution and survival of two lizard species: the desert spiny lizard and the Baja spiny lizard, inhabitants of the arid regions of western North America. A new study in Syste  more
CUNY: Viviana Acquaviva and Charles Liu Win American Astronomical Society Awards for Sharing the Wonders of the Universe
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- The City University of New York's Graduate Center issued the following news on Jan. 11, 2024: * * * The Physics and Astrophysics professors are recognized for outstanding astronomy education and astronomical writing. * * * The American Astronomical Society (AAS) today announced its 2024 awards for outstanding achievements in research and education, and two CUNY Graduate Center faculty members, Professors Viviana Acquaviva (GC/City Tech, Physics, Astrophysics) an  more
D'Youville University Selected by Carnegie Foundation 2024 Community Engagement Classification
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 9 -- D'Youville College issued the following news: The American Council on Education (ACE) and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching announced that D'Youville University is one of the 40 U.S. colleges and universities to receive the 2024 Carnegie Community Engagement Classification, an elective designation that indicates institutional commitment to community engagement. This important classification is awarded following a process of self-study by each i  more
DCC Fully Reaccredited Through 2030-31
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, Jan. 13 -- Dutchess Community College issued the following news: On November 16, 2023, Dutchess Community College received full reaffirmation of accreditation from The Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE), a demonstration of the institution's excellence and commitment to high educational standards. "Accreditation by MSCHE is a significant indication of an institution's efficacy in fulfilling its mission and goals," said DCC President Dr. Peter Grant Jord  more
Deep-Energy Retrofits Research Yields Promising Cost Savings, Human Well-Being Outcomes
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 9 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Modifying and upgrading building enclosures and mechanical systems in older, multi-family apartment buildings can achieve net-zero energy-use efficiencies and help inhabitants lower energy costs, breathe better air and live more comfortably--changes that have wide application for state and national climate-change efforts, a multidisciplinary team of faculty and student researchers has demonstrated. Their three-year re  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: City & State - Mazi Melesa Pilip Subpoenaed to Testify in Rent Lawsuit Over Husband's Business
WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: A new City & State piece exposes Mazi Pilip for being subpoenaed just weeks ago in a lawsuit against her husband's medical practice, where Pilip served as Operations Director and which allegedly failed to pay rent. Pilip was ordered to provide testimony for the case on January 22 - while campaigning as the Republican nominee for the special election in New York's Third Congressional Distri  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Examiner News - "Lawler Claims to Be a Moderate, But Often Puts MAGA Agenda First"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Vulnerable New York Republican Mike Lawler is making a name for himself with voters by caving to MAGA extremism. He even recently admitted the evidence fell flat of justifying the GOP's sham impeachment inquiry, yet voted for it anyway -- making it abundantly clear where his allegiances lie. To cap it all off, Lawler only just recently lifted a press ban at local events at 6:30pm last Fri  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Mazi Pilip's Silence During DC Trip Speaks Volumes
WASHINGTON, Jan. 12 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Mazi Pilip has been hobnobbing alongside her extreme Republican Party bosses over the past 24 hours. Despite seemingly appearing comfortable alongside some of the most dangerous, far-right members of the GOP, Pilip remains unable to answer simple questions voters of New York's Third Congressional District deserve answers to - just like her "amazing friend" fraudster George Santos. This mo  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: New York Times - Michelle Steel Just Sponsored Nationwide Abortion Ban With No Exceptions for Rape, Incest, or Life of the Mother
WASHINGTON, Jan. 13 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: This morning, in response to questioning from The New York Times, Michelle Steel chose to once again sign on to a federal abortion ban containing no exceptions -- even in the cases of rape, incest, or the life of the mother. Steel's decision to double down on banning access to reproductive health care only came after "The New York Times notified her of a story documenting   more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: NY-03 Voters Tout Tom Suozzi As "Best-Qualified Candidate In This Race"
WASHINGTON, Jan. 9 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Tom Suozzi is earning a strong reputation amongst voters in New York's Third Congressional District as the most qualified candidate in the bellwether special election. Don't just take our word for it. We'll let voters of New York's Third Congressional District speak for themselves. Long Island Herald: Third Congressional District voters weigh in on special election between Pilip and Suozz  more
Dr. Darshini Roopnarine Named Director of ESF's Open Academy
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 10 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news: The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) - one of the nation's premier colleges focused exclusively on the study of the environment, developing renewable technologies, and building a sustainable future - appointed Dr. Darshini Roopnarine to Director of ESF's Open Academy. The Open Academy comprises online education programs, teaching and cu  more
Dr. Linwood B. Whitten Named Lake Michigan College Vice President, Student Affairs
BENTON HARBOR, Michigan, Jan. 13 -- Lake Michigan College issued the following news: Lake Michigan College has appointed Dr. Linwood B. Whitten as its new Vice President, Student Affairs. Whitten brings nearly two decades of experience, having served in leadership positions at New York College, Alabama State University, and Cleveland State University. As Vice President, Student Affairs, Whitten oversees LMC's admissions and recruiting, advising, records and registration, student life, resid  more
EisnerAmper Recognized for Financial Management Software
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- EisnerAmper, an accounting firm, issued the following news: EisnerAmper, a global business advisory firm, announces that it has been selected as a member of "Bob Scott's VAR Stars" for 2023. This exclusive list recognizes 100 premier value-added resellers for their annual accomplishments in mid-market financial software. VAR Stars are selected based on factors such growth, industry leadership and recognition, and innovation; and they represent a wide range of sizes and typ  more
Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University Enters Into New Partnerships With Eight Leading Universities Around the World
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Jan. 9 -- Pace University Haub School of Law issued the following news: The Elisabeth Haub School of Law at Pace University has entered into eight new academic partnerships with leading universities from Australia, Spain, Brazil, Germany, India, Switzerland, and Mexico. These collaborations are the latest additions to Haub Law's seven existing international partnerships. These agreements provide a cooperative framework that will benefit students and faculty at both insti  more
Empower Parkinson Selected as Upstate's Your Cause Charity for 2024
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: Upstate Medical University has selected Empower Parkinson Inc., as its 2024 Your Cause charity. Empower Parkinson Inc., is dedicated to supporting the wellness of those living with Parkinson's disease (PD) in the local community, through a daily offering of exercise and holistic programming, including support groups, caregiver retreats, dance classes, Aikido, cycling, ta  more
ESF Named a Top College for Affordability
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news: Its low cost and low student debt landed the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) - one of the nation's premier colleges focused exclusively on the study of the environment, developing renewable technologies, and building a sustainable future - on a list of the 2024 Top Colleges for Affordability. Out of over 1,800 U.S. colleges and universities, 15  more
Facilitators, Participants Sought for English Conversation Partners Program
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: International students and other non-native speakers of American English can practice speaking and gain fluency and a better understanding of the language through the Graduate School's English Conversation Partners program. The concept is simple: through informal, one-to-one conversations about any subject, learners can become more accustomed to speaking English while learning nuances of American culture and customs   more
Falk College's Sport Management Club Raises $47,500 at 19th Charity Auction
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: More than 50 students volunteered at the 2023 Falk College Department of Sport Management Charity Sports Auction on Nov. 28 at the JMA Wireless Dome. The Sport Management (SPM) Club at Syracuse University raised $47,500 for Tillie's Touch as a result of its 19th Annual Charity Sports Auction. During the Syracuse men's basketball game on Nov. 28, supporters purchased items and placed bids on sports memorabilia, electr  more
FAMU Alum Kim Godwin Recalls Her Humble Beginnings In Inspirational Address to Fall 2023 Graduates
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Jan. 12 -- Florida A&M University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news: Florida A&M University alum Kim Godwin inspired fall 2023 graduates as she recalled her humble beginnings and her journey to becoming the first Black woman to lead a major American news network. "For me, it was more than 40 years ago, when my mother, and my then nine-year-old sister, and I boarded a Greyhound bus in New York City for a 30-hour, two-transfe  more
Fastest swimming insect could inspire uncrewed boat designs
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 8 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Whirligig beetles - the world's fastest-swimming insect - achieve surprising speeds by employing a strategy shared by fast-swimming marine mammals and water fowl, according to an analysis using high-speed cameras that rewrites previous explanations of the physics involved. The centimeter-long beetles can reach a peak acceleration of 100 meters per second and a top velocity of 100 body lengths per second (or 1 meter per s  more
Five Faculty Members to Participate in 2024 ACC Academic Leaders Network
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Five faculty members have been selected to participate in the 2024 Atlantic Coast Conference (ACC) Academic Leaders Network. The program is designed to facilitate cross-institutional networking and collaboration among academic leaders while building leadership capacity at participating ACC institutions. Syracuse University members of the 2024 cohort are: Lynn Brann, associate professor and chair of nutrition and fo  more
Follow the Leader: How Coaching on and Off the Football Field Inspired Binghamton Student's Research
BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Ethan Knox On the high school football field, Chunghyun Oh learned how good leadership can make a big difference. Not everyone leads the same way, and for some, it's not a skill that comes naturally. "We all know our leaders are everywhere around us, but distinguishing between good and bad leaders and understanding what sets them apart remains a challenge," Oh said. "I've met a lot of great coaches.   more
Founder of Sprinkles Cupcakes and Bestselling Author to Serve as Speaker for SFA's Nelson Rusche Distinguished Lecture Series
NACOGDOCHES, Texas, Jan. 12 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news: Candace Nelson is a serial entrepreneur, "Shark Tank" guest shark, New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestselling author, and an expert in turning one's passion into a profitable business. She also is the guest speaker for the fourth installment of Stephen F. Austin State University's Nelson Rusche Distinguished Lecture Series, slated for 7:30 p.m. March 26 in the Baker Pattillo Student Center Gran  more
Fox Nation Taps Dennis Miller to Host New Docuseries Titled 'The Infomercials That Sold Us'
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: FOX Nation, FOX News Media's streaming service, has debuted a new three-episode series hosted by comedian Dennis Miller, entitled "The Infomercials That Sold Us," announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform. Premiering today, January 10, Miller will provide a nostalgic and poignant look back at the years when infomercials ruled late-night TV, featuring interviews with the c  more
Fox News Audio's the Will Cain Show Will Air Live on Fox News Digital Beginning January 15
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: FOX News Audio's The Will Cain Show & Podcast will begin airing live with video on FOX News Digital platforms starting January 15th. As the platform's top weekly original podcast, The Will Cain Show will now air live with video on FOXNews.com at 12 PM/ET every Monday through Thursday. The program will tackle the latest headlines from Cain's unique perspective along with thought-provo  more
Fox News Channel's Town Hall With Former President Trump Delivers Over 4.4 Million Viewers on Wednesday, January 10
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release: FOX News Channel's (FNC) three-day marathon of candidate town halls in Des Moines, Iowa moderated by Special Report chief political anchor Bret Baier and The Story's executive editor and anchor Martha MacCallum concluded last night featuring former President Donald Trump, which was the highest-rated cable news telecast of 2024. Airing from 9-10PM/ET the town hall was the most-watched program in linea  more
Fox News Media to Present Live Coverage of 2024 Iowa Caucuses
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: FOX News Media (FNM) will provide extensive live analysis and reporting ahead of the Iowa caucuses beginning on Thursday, January 11 and leading up to special coverage the day of the caucuses on Monday, January 15. FNC will present nearly all of its live programming from Des Moines, Iowa. On Thursday, January 11 and Friday, January 12, Martha MacCallum, executive editor and anchor o  more
Free Speech, Education Among Spring Topics at SUNY Plattsburgh Ethics Institute
PLATTSBURGH, New York, Jan. 11 -- The State University of New York's Plattsburgh Campus issued the following news on Jan. 10, 2024: The SUNY Plattsburgh Institute for Ethics in Public Life will launch its spring forum series with "The Purpose of Public Higher Education" Wednesday, Jan. 31 beginning at 3:30 p.m. in the Thomas Moran Seminar Room, Hawkins 233. According to Dr. Daniel Lake, institute director and associate professor and chair of political science, the forum series isn't expected "  more
FSC Expands EV Fleet, Reduces Greenhouse Gas Emissions
FARMINGDALE, New York, Jan. 13 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York's Farmingdale State College issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: Farmingdale State College (FSC) today announced the addition of two new electric vehicles to its campus vehicle fleet, bringing to five its total of electric (EV) or hybrid vehicles, and moving closer to its goal of going fossil fuel free by 2035. The two 2023 Nissan Leaf vehicles are four-door compact size cars and join a 2013 Nissan Leaf,  more
GE Vernova Announces 2.4 GW Order for Pattern Energy's SunZia Wind Project
SCHENECTADY, New York, Jan. 10 -- General Electric, a manufacturer of appliances, lighting, power systems and other products, issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * * Expected to be the largest wind project in US history, powered by GE's next generation workhorse turbine 3.6-154 * Record order for GE wind with 674 turbines, providing 2.4 GW of power generation, bringing GE Vernova installed base with Pattern Energy to 4.3 GW * Reinforces GE Vernova's commitment to revitali  more
Goldman Sachs Declares Preferred Stock Dividends
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- Goldman Sachs Group, an investment banking, securities and investment management firm, issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) today announced that it has declared dividends on the following series of its non-cumulative preferred stock (represented by depositary shares, each representing a 1/1,000th interest in a share of preferred stock, except for the Series P Preferred Stock, the Series Q Preferred Stock, the Series R   more
Gov. Hochul Unveils 5th Proposal of 2024 State of the State: Empire AI Consortium to Make New York the National Leader in AI Research, Innovation
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the creation of a consortium to secure New York's place at the forefront of the artificial intelligence transformation. The consortium, named Empire AI, will create and launch a state-of-the-art artificial intelligence computing center in Upstate New York to be used by New York's leading institutions to promote responsible research and development,   more
Gov. Hochul's Proposed AI Consortium, With UB as a Potential Site, Will Ensure NYS is Recognized as a Global Leader in AI Research, Tripathi Says
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: University at Buffalo President Satish K. Tripathi thanked Gov. Kathy Hochul for proposing a statewide tech consortium, to be called Empire AI, for research and innovation in artificial intelligence and data science, a significant step toward putting New York State at the forefront of the AI evolution. A SUNY flagship with a robust cyberinfrastructur  more
Greenberg Traurig Advises Orangewood Partners in Strategic Investment in SERVPRO West Coast DRT
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP advised Orangewood Partners, a New York-based private investment firm, in its strategic investment in SERVPRO West Coast DRT (WCDRT), a leading SERVPRO franchisee and provider of residential and commercial property cleaning, restoration, and reconstruction services. In partnering with Orangewood, WCDRT announced its plans to use the new capital to accelerate growth acro  more
Greenberg Traurig Represents Madison River Capital in Its Acquisition of Senior Care Therapy
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Madison River Capital (MRC) in connection with its acquisition of Senior Care Therapy Management, LLC (SCT), a leading provider of patient-centered psychology and mental health services to the geriatric population in sub-acute, long-term care, and assisted living communities. SCT was founded in 2008 as a solution to the lack of sufficient psychological suppo  more
Greenberg Traurig Represents Pomvom in Its Business Combination Agreement With Israel Aquistions
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Pomvom Ltd. in connection with its business combination agreement with Israel Acquisitions Corp. The transaction had a total equity value for Pomvom of $125 million, and is expected to bring the combined company to trade on the Nasdaq. Pomvom Ltd. is a publicly traded Israeli technology company that serves amusement parks and attraction operators across the   more
Greenberg Traurig Represents Velocity Capital Management in Its Acquisition of Parella Motorsports Holdings
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Velocity Capital Management in connection with its acquisition of Parella Motorsports Holdings, the largest owner and operator of grassroots motorsports racing platform in North America. Velocity Capital Management is a private equity firm that collaborates with visionary founders and executive teams to build the next generation of best-in-class global busin  more
Greenberg Traurig's Global Real Estate Practice Pivots to Help Clients Grow Amid Economic Headwinds in 2023
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Despite high interest rates and other headwinds that put pressure on asset valuations and deal flow, Greenberg Traurig's Global Real Estate Practice had a strong year in 2023, finding new ways to serve clients and help them grow amid the uncertainty. Over the past year, the 700-attorney-strong real estate practice guided clients through major projects and transactions covering the spectrum of property asset   more
Greenberg Traurig: Anne C. Reddy Receives Empire State Counsel 2023 Outstanding Pro Bono Volunteer Award
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Anne C. Reddy, of counsel in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office, has been selected as one of the New York State Bar Association's 2023 Empire State Counsel Outstanding Pro Bono Volunteer Award recipients. Reddy's practice involves handling a variety of complex civil litigation matters, including false advertising, white collar, non-compete, bankruptcy, environmental law, and contract li  more
Gregg Polsky and Patrice Wylly '15, LLM '18 to Join NYU Law's Tax Faculty
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- The New York University School of Law issued the following news: Gregg Polsky, the Francis Shackelford Distinguished Professor in Taxation Law at the University of Georgia School of Law, and Patrice Wylly '15, LLM '18, a tax specialist at the trading firm Jane Street Group, will both join the NYU Law faculty as professors of practice in the Graduate Tax Program (https://www.law.nyu.edu/tax). Polsky, a faculty member at the University of Georgia School of Law since 2016, fo  more
Hartwick College Unveils Distinction Award for Transfer Students
ONEONTA, New York, Jan. 11 -- Hartwick College issued the following news: Starting this fall, Hartwick will offer a new award for all eligible transfer students. The Transfer Distinction Award, which will provide $37,000 annually, will strengthen partnerships with community colleges and streamline the credit transfer process, ensuring a smooth academic journey for every Hartwick Hawk. This is what you need to know about the Transfer Distinction Award: * It is open to students across the Unite  more
Hofstra University's Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine: Cutting-Edge Technologies Highlighted at Inaugural Medical Innovation Symposium
HEMPSTEAD, New York, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Hofstra University's Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine issued the following news: The Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine successfully concluded its inaugural Medical Innovation Symposium, held on Saturday, January 6, 2024, at the medical school located on the Hofstra University campus. The symposium showcased groundbreaking technologies and medical advances implemented by physicians and researchers across various medical specialties t  more
Hofstra University: Zarb Professor Leads Study of Privacy-Preserving COVID Tracking Tool
HEMPSTEAD, New York, Jan. 13 (TNSres) -- Hofstra University issued the following news: Balancing public health concerns with personal privacy is the focus of an award-winning study published by a multi-school team of technology experts led by Hafiz Asif, PhD, assistant professor in the Department of Information Systems and Business Analytics at Hofstra University's Frank G. Zarb School of Business. The investigation conducted during the COVID-19 pandemic has been recognized as the Best Paper of  more
Hon. Rowan Wilson, New York's Chief Judge, to Speak at St. John's Law Commencement
QUEENS, New York, Jan. 12 -- St. John's University issued the following news: Hon. Rowan Wilson, Chief Judge of the Court of Appeals and the State of New York, will be the Law School's commencement speaker and honoree on Monday, May 20, 2024. The commencement exercises will take place on St. John's Queens campus. After serving as Associate Judge of the Court of Appeals for six years, Judge Wilson became Chief Judge in April 2023, making him the first Black judge to lead the Court in its 176-ye  more
How Meeting Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Influenced Rick Wright G'93 and Inspired His Broadcasting Career (Podcast)
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Roosevelt "Rick" Wright G'93 had a front-row seat as the Civil Rights Movement took off across the American South in the late 1950s and early 1960s, participating in the sit-ins and demonstrations while coming face-to-face with police dogs and fire hoses in Elizabeth City, North Carolina. At the heart of the movement were the non-violent, civil disobedience teachings of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the civil   more
Hudson Valley Community College: Biotech Connect Program Sets Next Session for Feb. 5-15
TROY, New York, Jan. 11 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release: An ongoing effort to draw more underserved people into the biotechnology and biomanufacturing industries will continue with the next session of Biotech Connect, a free four-day introductory workshop which starts Feb. 5 at HVCC South in Albany. Hudson Valley Community College and the Capital District Educational Opportunity Center are partnering with Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences (ACPH  more
Hudson Valley Community College: New Transfer Agreements Expand Options for Students
TROY, New York, Jan. 9 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release: Hudson Valley Community College continues to expand pathways for its students through the creation of new transfer agreements with several colleges and universities. Those agreements outline specific course and grade requirements at Hudson Valley for guaranteed transfer credit at bachelor's or graduate degree-granting institutions. Here are several of the new agreements: * Students in Hudson Valley's   more
Hudson Valley Community College: Nursing Graduates Again Top State Average in Professional Licensing Exams
TROY, New York, Jan. 12 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release: The 2023 graduating class from Hudson Valley Community College's Nursing program again ranked among the best in the state. More than 96 percent of Hudson Valley graduates passed the recent National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for the first three quarters of 2023. Hudson Valley graduates exceeded the national average for students enrolled in associate degree nursing p  more
Humanized mice reveal arsenic may raise diabetes risk only for males
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 9 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Chronic exposure to arsenic, often through contaminated groundwater, has been associated with Type 2 diabetes in humans, and there are new clues that males may be more susceptible to the disease when exposed. A new study - using lab mice genetically modified with a human gene to shed light on the potential link - revealed that while the male mice exposed to arsenic in drinking water developed diabetes, the female mice di  more
IHeartMedia and Magnite Unify Access to Broadcast and Digital Audio, Providing Advertisers With a Direct Path to Premium Inventory
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Magnite (NASDAQ: MGNI), the largest independent sell-side advertising company, and iHeartMedia, the number one audio company in the United States, today announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind marketplace that brings together iHeartMedia's broadcast radio, streaming radio and podcast assets for inclusion in omnichannel programmatic media buys, providing the reach and efficiency that advertisers are seeking f  more
IHeartMedia Announces Return of 'The IHeartPodcast Awards' With Live Event in Partnership With SXSW on March 11, 2024
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: iHeartMedia, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, has joined forces with South by Southwest (SXSW) to announce the return of the iHeartPodcast Awards, which will take place live and in-person during the SXSW Conference and Festivals in Austin, TX. The event will be held at the Fairmont Hotel on Monday, March 11 at 8 p.m. CT and will honor the best and most innovative industry podcasts and c  more
iHeartMedia: iHeartPodcasts Teams Up With Dwyane Wade to Launch 'The Why with Dwyane Wade'
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * A New Weekly Podcast Featuring Intimate Conversations with Trailblazers At the Top of Their Games * * * iHeartPodcasts, the No. 1 podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, today announced "The Why with Dwyane Wade" -- a new original podcast series hosted by NBA Hall of Famer, three-time NBA Champion, and entrepreneur, Dwyane Wade. Premiering on Wednesday, January 17, the debut two-part episode w  more
InclusiveU Student Sam Clark '24 Brings His Dreams to Life Through Los Angeles Immersion Experiences
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 11 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Sam Clark (center) poses with Robin Howard (left) and Anna Proulx at the LA semester wrap event. (Photo courtesy of Sam Clark) Sam Clark '24 has known since he was 9 years old that he wanted to be a film director when he grew up. After a family trip to Egypt where his dad took hours and hours of video, Clark found himself enthralled by the footage and the ability to tell stories through film. When it was time for hi  more
Introducing the Emerging News Leadership Program by the Newmark J-School and Google News Initiative
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news on Jan. 8, 2024: The Emerging News Leadership Program will train a cohort of local and rural news leaders in everything they need to know to run a sustainable news organization, through a rigorous, online curriculum developed by the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at the City University of New York, in partnership with the Google News Initiative. The application for the tuit  more
Investing in FSC's Students
FARMINGDALE, New York, Jan. 12 -- The State University of New York's Farmingdale State College issued the following news release: Farmingdale State College (FSC) is pleased to announce the establishment of the Murray Pasternack '60 Student-Managed Investment Fund. The fund will be supported by a gift of $750,000 from Pasternack, one of FSC's biggest alumni supporters, and his life partner, Judy Berkowitz. The newly created fund will support multiple FSC School of Business initiatives. These in  more
Jelani Jefferson Exum Named Next Dean of St. John's University School of Law
QUEENS, New York, Jan. 9 -- St. John's University issued the following news: After an extensive national search, Jelani Jefferson Exum has been appointed the next dean of St. John's Law. Currently the Dean and Philip J. McElroy Professor of Law at the University of Detroit Mercy School of Law, she will assume her new position on June 1, 2024. "The School of Law is a critically important part of St. John's University," says University President Rev. Brian J. Shanley, O.P. "The search for the La  more
Kami Haeri, Alexandre Kiabski Join White & Case as Partners in Paris
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Commercial Litigation Practice with the addition of Kami Haeri and Alexandre Kiabski as partners in Paris. "In recent years we have seen a rise in the number of large, cross-border disputes, and from all indications that is set to continue with the ongoing economic uncertainty and attendant increase in contentious work," said White & Case partner Glenn Ku  more
King & Spalding Re-Elects Robert Hays as Chairman for 7th Term
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- King and Spalding, a law firm, issued the following news release: Robert D. Hays, Jr. has been re-elected as Chairman for his seventh consecutive term leading the international firm of King & Spalding. Hays' next three-year term began on January 1, 2024. "That the partnership has elected Robert to a seventh term as chairman underscores his vision and unwavering commitment to the success of our firm and all of its people," said Zach Fardon on behalf of the firm's Policy Co  more
Kirsty Graham Named CEO of Edelman U.S.
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Edelman, a communications marketing firm, issued the following news release: Edelman has named Kirsty Graham CEO of Edelman's U.S. operation, effective February 1, 2024. Graham, currently Global President of Edelman's Practices and Sectors, will oversee the firm's largest region comprised of nearly 2,500 people in 12 offices. Based in New York, Graham will continue to serve on the firm's Executive Leadership Team and will report to Matthew J. Harrington, Global President, C  more
Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Bottled Water Can Contain Hundreds of Thousands of Previously Uncounted Tiny Plastic Bits, Study Finds
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: * * * Using a new technique, scientists have been able to identify extremely minute plastic fragments in bottled water, 10 times more than previously counted. * * * In recent years, there has been rising concern that tiny particles known as microplastics are showing up basically everywhere on Earth, from polar ice to soil, drinking water and food. Formed when plastics break down int  more
Lifestyle Medicine Program Expands to NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst as Part of Citywide Expansion
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that its nationally recognized Lifestyle Medicine Program has expanded to NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst in Queens, the first time the program is available in Queens. This is the fourth of six new sites to make the program available citywide, following the recent launch of the program at NYC Health + Hospitals/Jacobi in the Bronx and NYC Health + Hos  more
Lindsay Horrigan Named Senior Vice President, Consumer Growth Officer of Hearst Magazines
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Hearst issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: Hearst Magazines today announced that Lindsay Horrigan has been named senior vice president, consumer growth officer, a new position at the company. The announcement was made by Hearst Magazines President Debi Chirichella. With a focus on digital customer engagement, Horrigan will be responsible for leveraging data and insights to help drive growth across the company's consumer revenue streams, including subscripti  more
Mapping brain repair and remodeling after stroke
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 9 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Researchers at Weill Cornell Medicine have catalogued the cellular response to stroke in a preclinical model, identifying the immune cells involved and the roles they may play in the days and weeks following a stroke. During a stroke, loss of oxygen leads to brain damage and cell death. It also triggers a powerful inflammatory response in which the brain's resident immune cells, along with cells recruited from the blood,  more
Mary Ann Liebert: Election Law Journal Appoints New Editor-in-Chief, Marc Meredith, PhD
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- Mary Ann Liebert Inc. issued the following news release: Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., is pleased to announce that Marc Meredith, PhD., has been appointed the new Editor-in-Chief of Election Law Journal, a quarterly publication. Dr. Meredith's term as Editor-in-Chief begins in January 2024. Election Law Journal publishes cutting-edge research on a broad range of topics concerning election law and election administration. The Journal addresses everything fr  more
Mary Ann Liebert: Roundtable on Efforts Toward Achieving Health Equity
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Mary Ann Liebert Inc. issued the following news release: In the Roundtable titled "A Glimpse at How Stakeholders Are Working Towards Achieving Health Equity," published in the peer-reviewed journal Health Equity, two expert panel discussions examine efforts to achieve maternal health equity and changes that health systems can make to operationalize health equity. Click here (https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/heq.2023.29040.rtd) to read the Roundta  more
Mary C. Toale Named Provost at SUNY Geneseo
GENESEO, New York, Jan. 10 -- The State University of New York's Geneseo Campus issued the following news: Mary C. Toale, Ed.D., has been selected to serve as SUNY Geneseo's new provost and vice president for academic affairs. She assumes the role on March 28. "I am thrilled to welcome Dr. Toale to SUNY Geneseo's leadership team and community," President Denise A. Battles said. "Her proven track record and unwavering commitment to academic excellence give me great confidence in her ability to   more
MassMutual Honored With Built In's 2024 Best Places to Work Awards Regionally and Nationally
SPRINGFIELD, Massachusetts, Jan. 10 -- Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance, a life insurance company, issued the following news release: Tech content hub and community platform Built In today announced MassMutual was named to six of its 2024 Best Places to Work Awards. For the fifth consecutive year, MassMutual earned a place on the Best Large Places to Work in Boston list (ranking third). This year, the company also earned spots on the U.S. Best Places to Work, U.S. Best Large Places to Work,   more
Mastercard Becomes Official Partner of Hudson Yards, Unlocking Priceless Experiences and Discovery for Cardholders in New York City
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Mastercard has become the Official Partner of Hudson Yards, heralding a new era of experiences that seamlessly blend culture, community and innovation in the heart of New York City. The Hudson Yards neighborhood on Manhattan's West Side welcomes millions of visitors every year and is home to leading retail brands, restaurants from world-renowned chefs, dynamic cultural institutions and attractions, residences, offices, a hotel,   more
Maxwell Professor Receives USDA Grant to Study Nutrition Assistance Programs
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Colleen Heflin, associate dean, professor and chair of public administration and international affairs in the Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, has received a grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to study the impact of remote waivers on nutrition assistance participation during the COVID-19 pandemic. Heflin is principal investigator on the project Did Physical Presence Waivers Impact WI  more
Maxwell Students Take Honors in Syracuse's Inaugural Open Data Day
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: On a recent Saturday afternoon, students in Michiko Ueda-Ballmer's Data-Driven Decision-Making class got to test what they've learned in a first-ever competition designed by the City of Syracuse to use data to address societal problems related to transportation. A team of Maxwell School students took first place in the City of Syracuse's inaugural Open Data Day competition. Shown, from left to right, are winners Ryan  more
Media Tip Sheet: SCOTUS confirms State Abortion Guidelines- Idaho
WASHINGTON, Jan. 8 -- George Washington University issued the following news: According to The New York Times, "The court also temporarily reinstated the state law, which the Biden administration said conflicts with a federal statute on emergency-room care." This decision further confirms that abortion guidelines are up to the state. If you would like more context on the matter, please consider Sonia Suter, The Henry St. George Tucker III Dean's Research Professor of Law; The Kahan Family Rese  more
Medicinal Chemist Named Jack and Laura H. Milton Endowed Professor
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Robert Doyle, dean's professor of Chemistry in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) and associate professor of medicine and pharmacology at SUNY Upstate Medical University, has been named the inaugural Jack and Laura H. Milton Professor in A&S. A renowned medicinal chemist with an interest in pharmaceutical drug development, Doyle's cutting-edge research focuses on peptide-based treatments, which offer significant a  more
Mercy Student Researcher Wins First Prize at Professional Conference
DOBBS FERRY, New York, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Mercy University issued the following news: Mercy University biology major Sara Tamayo '24 and her research partner, Gabriella Shikapwashya of Westchester Community College (WCC), won first place in the physiology and neuroscience category at the annual Metropolitan Association of College and University Biologists (MACUB) conference in November. Their poster entitled "Potential Role of LRRC8 in Supplying Cysteine to Neurons via GSH Release" showcased th  more
Mercy University Instructor Wins Prestigious Award For Her Work at Sing Sing
DOBBS FERRY, New York, Jan. 10 -- Mercy University issued the following news: Susan Wiener, Mercy University instructor of psychology, recently won the 2023 Elizabeth Hurlock Beckman Award -- one of only eight recipients nationwide this year. The award recognizes higher education faculty members who have inspired their former students to establish an organization, concept, procedure or movement that benefits the community. Wiener was nominated for the award by Jon-Adrian "J.J." Velazquez '14, o  more
Mice without immune cells show no SARS-CoV-2 symptoms
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 11 -- Cornell University issued the following news: When mice lacking key adaptive immune cells were infected with SARS-CoV-2 virus, even though they are not able to clear the virus, they developed no symptoms, revealing that the body's own inflammatory immune response to fight the infection was causing the pathology, according to a new study. While the inflammatory response from adaptive immune cells - such as B and T lymphocytes - clears the body of the virus, it also   more
Mikaela Whitman Bolsters McGuireWoods' National Insurance Recovery Team
RICHMOND, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: Mikaela Whitman has joined McGuireWoods' insurance recovery team as a partner, bringing a wealth of experience representing corporate policyholders in complex insurance coverage matters. She splits her time between the firm's offices in Century City, California, and New York City. Whitman advises policyholders in disputes with their insurers and serves as a strategic adviser to in-house   more
Most of the land humans need to thrive is unprotected
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 10 -- Cornell University issued the following news: More than 80% of global land area needed to maintain human well-being and meet biodiversity targets is at risk of conflict with human development, according to a new study led by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology. The study, published Jan. 10 in Nature Communications, found that roughly half of global land, excluding Antarctica, provides nearly all current levels of nature's services to people while also conserving biodive  more
N.Y. A.G. James Leads Multistate Coalition to Stop Sales of Military-Grade Ammunition Used in Mass Shootings
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: New York Attorney General Letitia James led a multistate coalition of 20 attorneys general calling on the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention to investigate recent reports that a federally funded contractor has produced military-grade ammunition for sale to civilians, including to perpetrators of horrific recent mass shootings. Attorney General James and the coalition sent a letter asking t  more
N.Y. A.G. James Releases Footage From Investigation Into the Death of Jason Pass
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: New York Attorney General Letitia James today released police body-worn camera footage that her office obtained as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of Jason Pass (https://ag.ny.gov/osi/footage/jason-pass), who died on November 1, 2023 following an encounter with members of the New York City Police Department (NYPD). The Office of Special Investigation (OSI) of the At  more
N.Y. Agriculture Commissioner Ball Delivers State of Agriculture Address at 192nd Annual New York State Agricultural Society Forum
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York State Department of Agriculture and Markets issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: New York State Agriculture Commissioner Richard A. Ball on January 11, 2024 delivered the State of Agriculture Address at the 192nd New York State Agricultural Society Annual Forum, outlining the progress made in 2023 and priorities for the agricultural industry in 2024. The Forum, which is traditionally the oldest and largest agricultural meeting of its kind  more
N.Y. Board of Regents Receives January Report From Cultural Education Committee
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following committee report to the Board of Regents on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * Cultural Education Committee Members Regent Tilles, Co-Chair, Regent Ferrer, Co-Chair, Regent Cea, Regent Cottrell, Regent Collins, Regent Reyes, Regent Mittler, Regent Wills, Regent Tanikawa, Regent Catania, and Regent Hale The Cultural Education Committee held its scheduled meeting on Monday, January 8, 2024. All members were present exc  more
N.Y. Board of Regents Receives January Report From Higher Education Committee
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 12 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following committee report to the Board of Regents: * * * Regents Committee on Higher Education Members Regent Collins, Chair, Regent Cea, Regent Norwood, Regent Cottrell, Regent Chin, Regent Reyes, Regent Mittler, Regent Wills, Regent Ferrer, Regent Tanikawa, and Regent Catania. The Higher Education Committee held its scheduled meeting on January 8, 2024. All members were present except Regent Catherine Collins,  more
N.Y. Board of Regents Receives January Report From P-12 Education Committee
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 12 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following committee report to the Board of Regents: * * * Regents Committee on P-12 Education Vice Chancellor Finn, Co-Chair, Regent Chin, Co-Chair, Regent Tilles, Regent Cea, Regent Norwood, Regent Cottrell, Regent Wills, Regent Ferrer, Regent Tanikawa, Regent Catania, and Regent Hale. The P-12 Education Committee held its scheduled meeting on January 8, 2024. All members were present except Vice Chancellor Finn  more
N.Y. Board of Regents Receives January Report From Professional Practice Committee
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 12 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following committee report to the Board of Regents: * * * Regents Committee on Professional Practice Regent Norwood, Co-Chair, Regent Cottrell, Co-Chair, Vice Chancellor Finn, Regent Cea, Regent Collins, Regent Wills, Regent Catania, and Regent Hale. The Professional Practice Committee held its scheduled meeting on January 9, 2024. All members were present except for Vice Chancellor Josephine Victoria Finn and   more
N.Y. COMPTROLLER DINAPOLI: RISE IN NYC METRO AREA HOUSING COSTS OUTPACES OTHER U.S. CITIES
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 (TNSres) -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: Housing costs in New York City and the surrounding suburbs have grown more than 68% over the last decade, the largest increase among selected major metropolitan areas in the U.S., according to a new report from New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Housing costs in New York City and the surrounding suburbs have risen dramatically over the last decade," DiNapoli said.  more
N.Y. Environmental Conservation Department Releases Draft Water Quality Guidance to Address Emerging Contaminants From Publicly Owned Treatment Works
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Basil Seggos today released new water quality guidance that will advance the State's regulation of the emerging contaminants Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), Perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), and 1,4-Dioxane. The draft guidance for Publicly Owned Treatment Plants (POTWs) builds upo  more
N.Y. Environmental Conservation Department, New York Sea Grant Announce Great Lakes Basin Small Grants Project Awards
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York Sea Grant (NYSG) today announced $388,289 in grant awards for eight projects that address the diverse environmental needs of waterfront communities in the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River region. Funding for these projects is provided through the New York Great Lakes Basin Small Gra  more
N.Y. Financial Services Superintendent Harris Announces $8 Million Penalty Against Genesis Global Trading, Inc. After DFS Investigation Finds Significant Failings in Anti-Money Laundering and Cybersecurity Programs
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 (TNSres) -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) Superintendent Adrienne A. Harris today announced that Genesis Global Trading, Inc. ("Genesis Global Trading") will pay an $8 million penalty to New York State for compliance failures that violated DFS's virtual currency and cybersecurity regulations and left the company vulnerable to illicit activity   more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces Mobile Sports Wagering Generated $862M for New York State in Its 2nd Year of Operation
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: Upon the two-year anniversary of mobile sports wagering in New York State, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the State has collected more than $1.55 billion in taxes on such bets, most of it to be used for education. Last year's $862 million, when added to $693 million as well as $200 million in licensing fees collected in 2022 brings the total generated revenue to $1.75 billion,   more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces New Initiatives to Fight Crime and Improve Public Safety
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced several initiatives to keep New Yorkers safe as a part of her 2024 State of the State address. As New Yorkers remain seriously concerned about crime and public safety, Governor Hochul announced the launch of a joint operation of law enforcement agencies to crack down on retail theft to support small businesses and provide peace of mind to customers  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Marks Official Grand Opening of Creation Technologies' $22M State-of-the-Art Manufacturing Facility in Wayne County
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that global electronics manufacturer Creation Technologies, formerly IEC, has officially opened the doors on its new,150,000 square-foot state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the Village of Newark, Wayne County. The company, whose technologies support the medical, tech industrial, and aerospace and defense sectors, has already created 179 job  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Proposes Legislation to Combat Illicit Cannabis Sales Through Improved Enforcement
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a series of actions to provide expand enforcement powers to combat illicit cannabis sales as part of her 2024 State of the State address. These efforts will be focused on shutting down the unlicensed cannabis businesses that have brazenly continued to open and operate throughout the state, creating nuisances in communities and often selling unteste  more
N.Y. LABOR DEPT. ANNOUNCES BROADENED WORKPLACE VIOLENCE PREVENTION LAW IS NOW IN EFFECT
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Department of Labor issued the following news on Jan. 8, 2024: The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL) today announced the expansion of the Workplace Violence Prevention Law (Section 27-b of Labor Law) to elementary and secondary public education facilities is now in effect. These facilities must complete a workplace violence policy statement, a workplace risk evaluation, and a workplace violence prevention program by May 3, 2024. "Our edu  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Soliciting Comments Involving National Grid
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 12 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice soliciting comments (Case No. 23-E-0730) on Jan. 11, 2024: * * * Petition of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation d/b/a National Grid for a Declaratory Ruling and Certain Limited Relief Regarding Standardized Interconnection Requirements and Application Process for New Distributed Generators and/or Energy Storage Systems 5 MW or Less Connected in Parallel with Utility Distribution Systems. NOTICE  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving City of Troy Department of Public Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0629): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against City of Troy Department of Public Utilities for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/a National Grid. ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSIO  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving J. Anthony Enterprises
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0634): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against J. Anthony Enterprises Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving Jag Lawn Sprinklers & Construction
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0631): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Jag Lawn Sprinklers And Construction Inc for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSION: INTR  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving JRCruz
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0633): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against JRCruz Corp. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On March 14, 2023, JRC  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving Sheelin Concrete Contracting
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0630): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Sheelin Concrete Contracting Corp. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving Standback General Contractors
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0632): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Standback General Contractors, LLC for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation. ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On Ma  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving Town of Oyster Bay
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 23-G-0628): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Town of Oyster Bay for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On October 6  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Denying Petition for Rehearing Involving Nenni Construction & Excavating
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order denying petition for rehearing (Case No. 23-G-0264): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Nenni Construction & Excavating Inc for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation. ORDER DENYING PETITION FOR REHEARING BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On August 10, 2021, whil  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Denying Petition for Rehearing Involving Steve Meyers Construction
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order denying petition for rehearing (Case No. 23-G-0068): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Steve Meyers Construction, Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/a National Grid. ORDER DENYING PETITION FOR REHEARING BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On August 31, 20  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Al Felicioni Enterprises
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0638; 23-G-0648; 23-G-0649) on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Al Felicioni Enterprises Inc for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Al Felicioni Ente  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving BG Electric
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0637) on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against BG Electric Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/a National Grid. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On December 1, 20  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Burrows Bros.
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0639) on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Burrows Bros., Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On June 21, 2023, while insta  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Crisafulli Trucking
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0644) on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Crisafulli Trucking, Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/a National Grid. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On June  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving GF Construction
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0636) on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against GF Construction Inc for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On January 18, 2023  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving HF Johnson Tree Farm
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0635) on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against HF Johnson Tree Farm LLC for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On September 22, 2022  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving J. Brownie Contracting
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0645) on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against J. Brownie Contracting Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On July 14  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Mooregroup
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0646) on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Mooregroup Corporation for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On July 12, 202  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Plumbing Works
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0640) on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Plumbing Works, Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On April 1, 2023, whil  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Portanova & Dimatteo Sons
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0641) on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Portanova & Dimatteo Sons LLC for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On May 19, 20  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Rock Environmental
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0642) on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Rock Environmental, Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of New York State Electric & Gas Corporation. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On May 19, 2023, whil  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Sahib Contracting
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0647) on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Sahib Contracting Inc. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On July 10, 202  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Tom Buske & Son Construction
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 23-G-0643) on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Tom Buske & Son Construction, LLC for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On April 18, 2023,  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Granting Petition for Rehearing Involving A Septic Service
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order granting petition for rehearing (Case No. 22-G-0682): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against A Septic Service LLC for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/a National Grid. ORDER GRANTING PETITION FOR REHEARING BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On July 28, 2021, while e  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Granting Petition for Rehearing Involving Terri Associates Landscape
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order granting petition for rehearing (Case No. 23-G-0331): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Terri Associates Landscape Corp. for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. ORDER GRANTING PETITION FOR REHEARING BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On June 10, 2022, wh  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Granting Petition for Rehearing Involving Vibbard Enterprise Paving & Construction
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order granting petition for rehearing (Case No. 22-G-0516): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Vibbard Enterprise Paving and Construction for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/a National Grid. ORDER GRANTING PETITION FOR REHEARING BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Granting Petitions for Rehearing Involving NC & Son Construction
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order granting petitions for rehearing (Case No. 23-G-0259; 23-G-0260): * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against NC & Son Construction, LLC for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a National Grid. In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against NC & Son Construction, LLC for All  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling Involving Empire Offshore Wind
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling (Case No. 22-T-0346) on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * Application of Empire Offshore Wind LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need for the Construction of Approximately 12 Miles of Transmission Lines from the Boundary of New York State Territorial Waters to a Point of Interconnection in the Town of Hempstead, Nassau County. RULING AFFIRMING NOVEMBER 15, 2023 RULING ASHLEY   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling Involving Veolia Water N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 12 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling (Case No. 23-W-0111) on Jan. 11, 2024: * * * Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of Veolia Water New York, Inc. for Water Service. RULING ON SCHEDULE FOR STATEMENTS AND EVIDENTIARY HEARING MICHAEL CLARKE and ASHLEY MORENO, Administrative Law Judges: On January 4, 2024, Veolia Water New York Inc. (Veolia), trial staff of the Department of Pu  more
N.Y. PSC: VIRTUAL AND IN-PERSON PUBLIC STATEMENT HEARINGS SET REGARDING PROPOSED CHANGES TO NATIONAL FUEL'S DELIVERY RATES
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) will hold two virtual public statement hearings on Wednesday, January 17, and two in-person public statement hearings on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, concerning proposed changes in the gas delivery rates and practices of National Fuel Gas Distribution Corporation (NFG). On October 31, 2023, NFG filed amendments t  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving 7 Companies
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter: * * * To: Brian T. Fitzgerald, Gregory G. Nickson, CULLEN & DYKMAN LLP, 80 State Street, Suite 900, Albany, NY 12207, bfitzgerald@cullenllp.com, gnickson@cullenllp.com Re: Case 23-C-0734 - Joint Petition of Consolidated Communications Holdings, Inc., Consolidated Communications Enterprise Services, Inc., Condor Holdings LLC, Berkshire Telephone Corporation d/b/a Consolidated Communic  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Agway Energy Services
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * To: Michael Schueler, Agway Energy Services, LLC., 5793 Widewaters Parkway, Syracuse, NY, 13214, mschueler@suburbanpropane.com Re: 2024 ESCO Annual Compliance Dear Michael Schueler: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform you that th  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving AT&T Communications of N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter: * * * To: Dara Flowers, Manager, Resource Administration, Somos, Inc., 1800 Sutter Street, Suite 780, Concord, CA 94520, dflowers@somos.com Re: Matter 23-02411 - Petition of AT&T Communications of New York, Inc. for a Waiver Related to the Assignment of Numbering Resources. Dear Dara Flowers: I am writing regarding a request by AT&T Communications of New York, Inc. (AT&T), filed on  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Choice One Communications of N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * To: Nicole Winters, Senior Counsel, Windstream Services, LLC, 4001 N. Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72212, nicole.winters@windstream.com Re: Matter 23-02723 - Adoption of Choice One Communications of New York, Inc. d/b/a EarthLink Business to Change Name to Choice One Communications of New York, Inc. and Adopt its PSC No. 3 - Telephone tariff. Dea  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Cleareon Fiber Networks
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * To: Matt W. Dean, Consultant, Inteserra, 151 Southhall Lane - Suite 450, Maitland, FL 32751, mdean@inteserra.com Re: Matter 23-02726 - Adoption of Cleareon Fiber Networks, LLC to Change Name to Annex Fiber Inc. and Adopt its PSC Nos. 1 & 2 - Telephone tariffs. Dear Matt Dean: The tariff adoption supplements filed by Cleareon Fiber Networks, LLC (the Company)  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Conversent Communications of N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * To: Nicole Winters, Senior Counsel, Windstream Services, LLC, 4001 N. Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72212, nicole.winters@windstream.com Re: Matter 23-02729 - Adoption of Conversent Communications of New York, LLC d/b/a EarthLink Business to Change its Name to Conversent Communications of New York, LLC and adopt its Customer Service Guide. Dear Ni  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving CTC Communications
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * To: Nicole Winters, Senior Counsel, Windstream Services, LLC, 4001 N. Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72212, nicole.winters@windstream.com Re: Matter 23-02724 - Adoption of CTC Communications Corp. d/b/a EarthLink Business to Change Name to CTC Communications Corp. and Adopt its PSC No. 3 - Telephone tariff. Dear Nicole Winters: The tariff adoption  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving DeltaCom
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * To: Nicole Winters, Senior Counsel, Windstream Services, LLC, 4001 N. Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72212, nicole.winters@windstream.com Re: Matter 23-02731 - Adoption of DeltaCom, LLC d/b/a EarthLink Business to Change Name to DeltaCom, LLC and Adopt its Customer Service Guide. Dear Nicole Winters: The adoption supplement filed by of DeltaCom, L  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Direct Energy Services
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Mark Eddings, Direct Energy Services LLC, 910 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX 77002, Mark.eddings@nrg.com NOTICE OF APPARENT VIOLATION Dear Mr. Eddings: The New York State Department of Public Service (Department) hereby notifies Direct Energy Services LLC (Direct Energy) of its apparent non-compliance with regulatory requirements. As summarized below, Dir  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving EarthLink Business
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * To: Nicole Winters, Senior Counsel, Windstream Services, LLC, 4001 N. Rodney Parham Road, Little Rock, Arkansas 72212, nicole.winters@windstream.com Re: Matter 23-02703 - Adoption of Business Telecom, LLC d/b/a EarthLink Business to Change Name to Business Telecom, LLC and adopt its Customer Service Guide. Dear Nicole Winters: The adoption supplement filed b  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Energy Consulting Operations
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * To: Steven Dileo, Energy Consulting Operations, LLC, 1901 Grand Avenue, Baldwin, NY, 11510, sdileo@eco.us.com Re: 2024 ESCO Annual Compliance Dear Steven Dileo: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform you that the documentation subm  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Energy Plus Holdings
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Leonard Gardner, Energy Plus Holdings, LLC, 910 Louisiana Street, Suite 15000C, Houston, TX 77002, Bucky.gardner@nrg.com NOTICE OF APPARENT VIOLATION (NOAV) Dear Mr. Gardner: The New York Department of Public Service (Department) hereby notifies Energy Plus Holdings LLC (Energy Plus) of its apparent non-compliance with regulatory requirements. As summari  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Energy Plus Natural Gas
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Leonard Gardner, Energy Plus Natural Gas LLC, 910 Louisiana Street, Suite 15000C, Houston, TX 77002, Bucky.gardner@nrg.com NOTICE OF APPARENT VIOLATION Dear Mr. Gardner: The New York Department of Public Service (Department) hereby notifies Energy Plus Natural Gas LLC (EPNG) of its apparent non-compliance with regulatory requirements. As summarized below  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Energy Technology Savings
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * To: Jeff Handler, Energy Technology Savings, Inc., 290 W. Mt. Pleasant Avenue, Suite 1360, Livingston, NJ, 07039, hendler@logicalbuildings.com Re: 2024 ESCO Annual Compliance Dear Jeff Hendler: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving First Choice Energy
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * To: Dan Messina, First Choice Energy LLC, 78 Rapelye St., Brooklyn, NY 11231 RE: Triennial Filing Dear Dan: This letter is to inform you that the Department of Public Service Staff has reviewed and approved your triennial application. The retail access application meets the requirements of the Uniform Business Practices (UBP), the Home Energy Fair Practices Ac  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Green Mountain Energy
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Mark Parsons, Green Mountain Energy Corporation, 910 Louisiana Street, Houston, TX, Mark.parsons@nrg.com NOTICE OF APPARENT VIOLATION (NOAV) Dear Mr. Parsons: The New York Department of Public Service (Department) hereby notifies Green Mountain Energy Corporation (Green Mountain) of its apparent non-compliance with regulatory requirements. As summarized   more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Greenway Communications of N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Dana Hoyle, Regulatory Consultant, Greenway Communications of NY LLC, 1024 Donley Drive, Euless, TX 76039, hoyleregaffairs@gmail.com Re: Matter 23-02182 - Petition of Greenway Communications of NY LLC for an Original Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity. Dear Dana Hoyle: The application by Greenway Communications of NY LLC (the Company), filed  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Major Energy Services
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Muriel Jalbert, Major Energy Services, LLC, 12140 Wickchester Ln., Suite 100, Houston, TX 77079 RE: Triennial Filing Dear Muriel: This letter is to inform you that the Department of Public Service Staff has reviewed and approved your triennial application. The retail access application meets the requirements of the Uniform Business Practices (UBP), the H  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Mid American Natural Resources
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Erika Fischer, General Manager, Mid American Natural Resources, LLC, 558 West 6th Street, Suite 300 Erie, PA 16507, efischer@manrenergy.com Re: 2024 Annual Compliance Dear Ms. Fischer: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform you  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving MidAmerican Energy Services
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * To: Johanna Altmayer, MidAmerican Energy Services, LLC, 4121 NW Urbandale Drive, Urbandale, IA, 50322, johanna.altmayer@bherenewables.com Re: 2024 ESCO Annual Compliance Dear Johanna Altmayer: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform   more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Next Utility Energy
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * To: Stephan Tiuca, Next Utility Energy, 1325 6th Ave., 28th Floor, New York, NY 10019, contact@nextutilityenergy.com Re: 2024 Annual Compliance Dear Mr. Tiuca: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform you that the documentation submitt  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving NRG Home, NRG Business, NRG Retail Solutions
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Leonard Gardner, Reliant Energy Northeast LLC dba NRG Home, NRG Business and NRG Retail Solutions, 910 Louisiana Street, Suite 15000C, Houston, TX 77002, Bucky.gardner@nrg.com NOTICE OF APPARENT VIOLATION (NOAV) Dear Mr. Gardner: The New York Department of Public Service (Department) hereby notifies Reliant Energy Northeast LLC dba NRG Home, NRG Business  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Orange & Rockland Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * To: Won Choe, Vice President - Operations, Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (ORU), 390 West Route 59, Spring Valley, NY 10977 Subject: Negative Revenue Adjustment (NRA) for 2020 Gas Safety Violations Metric (Metric) Dear Won Choe, The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the determination of the NRA for the Gas Safety Metric established in the Joint  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Orange & Rockland Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 12 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 11, 2024: * * * To: Won Choe, Vice President - Operations, Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. (ORU), 390 West Route 59, Spring Valley, NY 10977 Subject: Negative Revenue Adjustment (NRA) for 2021 Gas Safety Violations Metric (Metric) Dear Won Choe, The purpose of this letter is to inform you of the determination of the NRA for the Gas Safety Metric established in the Joint  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Stand Energy
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the text of the following letter on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * To: John M. Dosker, General Counsel, Stand Energy Corporation, Rockwood Bldg., Suite 110, 1077 Celestial Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45202 Re: 2024 Annual Compliance Dear Mr. Dosker: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform you that the d  more
N.Y. State Comptroller Audit: 'East Aurora Union Free School District - Procurement'
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The office of the New York State Comptroller issued the following audit report (No. 2023M-125) on Jan. 5, 2024, entitled "East Aurora Union Free School District - Procurement." Here are excerpts: * * * Audit Objective Determine whether the East Aurora Union Free School District (District) officials procured goods and services in a competitive manner. * * * Key Findings The Board of Education (Board) and District officials did not always procure goods and ser  more
N.Y. State Comptroller Audit: Brockport Central School District - Financial Management
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 13 -- The office of the New York State Comptroller issued the following audit report (No. 2023M-107) on Jan. 12, 2024, entitled "Brockport Central School District - Financial Management." Here are excerpts: * * * Audit Objective Determine whether the Brockport Central School District (District) Board of Education (Board) and District officials effectively managed fund balance and reserves. * * * Key Findings The Board and District officials were not transparent w  more
N.Y. State Comptroller Audit: Holland Patent Central School District - Fuel Inventory
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The office of the New York State Comptroller issued the following audit report (No. 2023M-141) on Jan. 5, 2024, entitled "Holland Patent Central School District - Fuel Inventory." Here are excerpts: * * * Audit Objective Determine whether Holland Patent Central School District (District) officials safeguarded and accounted for fuel inventory. * * * Key Findings District officials did not adequately manage and monitor fuel access and usage or account for fuel   more
N.Y. State Power Authority: Manifold Robotics Announces Successful Development of EMF-Guided Multirotor Unmanned Aircraft System
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: Manifold Robotics proudly announces the successful culmination of a product development effort performed in collaboration with the New York Power Authority (NYPA) focused on increasing the safety and efficiency of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS)-based electric transmission infrastructure inspections. The project, which launched in 2020 with partial funding from the New York State Energy Resea  more
N.Y.C. Health Department To Study Long-Term Outcomes of COVID-19 Among New Yorkers
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release: The Department of Health and Mental Hygiene is launching a multi-year research study of long-term outcomes among adults infected with COVID-19. The Health Department will recruit up to 10,000 participants for the study when it launches this year and follow up with them over several years. Building on various surveys that have already been done nationally and locally, this series of   more
National Academy of Inventors Elects CCNY's Sanjoy Banerjee to Latest Class of Fellows
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- City College of New York issued the following news: Sanjoy Banerjee, Distinguished Professor of Chemical Engineering at The City College of New York, and Director of the City University of New York (CUNY) Energy Institute, has been elected to the National Academy of Inventors' (NAI) Class of 2023 Fellows. Election as an Academy Fellow is the highest professional distinction awarded solely to inventors. Banerjee and 161 other academic inventors will be inducted as   more
National Republican Congressional Committee: Lawlessness Everywhere
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee issued the following news: Democrats' lawlessness regarding the border is now hitting a new low. After getting timed out of city hall's migrant housing, migrants are now setting up tent cities where they are selling anything from loose cigarettes to marijuana joints. This comes as Governor Hochul did not once write "migrant" in her State of the State agenda, effectively ceding any work to find a solution to the issue plagu  more
National Republican Congressional Committee: Scandal Following Suozzi
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee issued the following news: Scandal seems to follow Suozzi wherever he goes. A few weeks ago, Newsdayreported on Democrat Tom Suozzi's stake in companies controlled by his party boss. Now, a new report has come to light, this time by New York Focus, on "A "ghost entity" linked to Tom Suozzi spent $2 million attacking Kathy Hochul." According to New York Focus, "the Board of Elections started an investigation, and it disappe  more
NBCUniversal is Home to Record Three NFL Playoff Games on Super Wild Card Weekend, Including Peacock's Presentation of NFL's First-Ever Exclusive Live Streamed Playoff Game
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: The NFL's Super Wild Card Weekend kicks off this Saturday, Jan. 13 at 3 p.m. ET on NBC and Peacock with a special 90-minute edition of Football Night in America, which leads into a milestone-rich playoff weekend for NBCUniversal. Among the distinctions for NBCUniversal: -NBCU will be the first media company to serve as the home of three NFL Playoff Games in a single weekend (Saturday  more
NBCUniversal Redefines Cross-Platform Advertising For The Industry With One Platform Total Audience
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: In advance of the Consumer Electronic Show (CES), NBCUniversal today unveiled how it is redefining cross-platform, audience-based advertising for the media industry with the full-scale launch of One Platform Total Audience. NBCUniversal's AI-driven planning and activation technology is the latest evolution within the company's One Platform offering and will leverage new investments in   more
NBCUniversal: CNBC Launches New Online Course Venture 'Smarter by CNBC Make It'
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: As part of its mission to educate and inform, CNBC, First in Business Worldwide, today announced the launch of Smarter by CNBC Make It, a new online course venture developed by the editorial team behind CNBC Make It, a leading financial wellness site that teaches users how to get smarter about how they earn, save and spend their money with a focus on success, money, work and life. The  more
NBCUniversal: Theme Park Insider Awards Recognizes UDX With Best New Attraction, Best Roller Coaster and Best Theme Park
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news release: The Universal Creative teams across Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood were recently recognized with three awards at the annual Theme Park Insider Awards. Whether you're a Jurassic World superfan, Super Nintendo aficionado, or a longtime Islands of Adventure theme park goer, Universal offers something for everyone. Congratulations to the creative teams across the business on th  more
New research on microbes expands the known limits for life
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 11 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A new study on microbes in extremely salty water suggests life may survive conditions previously thought to be uninhabitable. The research widens the possibilities for where life may be found throughout our solar system and shows how changes in salinity may affect life in aquatic habitats on Earth. The Oceans Across Space and Time research team collected brine from South Bay Salt Works during an initial field trip in 20  more
New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding for April 2024 NYPD Recruit Class, Fifth Firefighter at 20 FDNY Engine Companies
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that thanks to measures the city has implemented to responsibly manage the city's budget and strategically navigate significant fiscal challenges, funding will be restored for the New York City Police Department (NYPD) to add another police academy class of 600 new recruits set to join the ranks in April. This class of recruits will graduate in O  more
New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding for Community Schools, Makes New Investments in Summer Rising for Young New Yorkers
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that, thanks to measures implemented to responsibly manage the city's budget and strategically navigate significant fiscal challenges, the city will be able to restore $10 million in funding for New York City Department of Education (DOE) community schools and make $80 million in new investments in Summer Rising, jointly funded by the DOE and the  more
New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding to Keep City Streets, Parks Clean, Fight Rats
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced that thanks to measures the city has implemented to responsibly manage the city's budget and strategically navigate significant fiscal challenges, funding will be restored to maintain 23,000 New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) litter baskets and allow DSNY to continue installing its Litter Basket of the Future -- one of TIME Magazine's   more
New York City Mayor Adams, Chancellor Banks Announce $30 Million in Federal Funding to Create NYC's First-Ever Magnet High Schools
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Education (DOE) Chancellor David C. Banks today announced that the city has won two U.S Department of Education Magnet Schools Assistance Program grants totaling nearly $30 million, which will fund the creation of the city's first three magnet high schools. Magnet schools support the development of special curricula aligned to a s  more
New York City Mayor Adams, DCWP Commissioner Mayuga Secure $1.5 Million for Consumers Harmed by Predatory Used Car Dealer Group
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Vilda Vera Mayuga today announced an agreement with 26 Motors -- a group of six used car dealerships -- that will deliver $1.5 million in relief to New Yorkers harmed by the dealerships' deceptive sales practices. The agreement resolves numerous violations of the city's Consumer P  more
New York City Police Department: Release of Body Worn Camera Footage From an Officer Involved Shooting That Occurred on August 23, 2023 in the Confines of the 75th Precinct
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- The New York City Police Department issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: The NYPD is releasing today body-worn camera footage from an officer-involved shooting that occurred on August 23rd, 2023 in the confines of the 75th Precinct.. The video includes available evidence leading up to the incident as well as during the incident. The NYPD is releasing this video for clear viewing of the totality of the incident. All NYPD patrol officers are equipped with bod  more
New York City Police Department: Release of Body Worn Camera Footage From an Officer Involved Shooting That Occurred on September 4, 2023 in the Confines of the 113th Precinct
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- The New York City Police Department issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: The NYPD is releasing today body-worn camera footage from an officer-involved shooting that occurred on September 4th, 2023 in the confines of the 113th Precinct.. The video includes available evidence leading up to the incident as well as during the incident. The NYPD is releasing this video for clear viewing of the totality of the incident. All NYPD patrol officers are equipped with   more
New York Institute of Technology: NYITCOM Faculty Awarded an AHA Grant to Study Cardiovascular Dysfunction
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- The New York Institute of Technology issued the following news: Vishwa Rajagopalan, Ph.D., associate professor of biomedical and anatomical Sciences at the College of Osteopathic Medicine at Arkansas State University (NYITCOM-Arkansas), has secured a two-year grant from the American Heart Association (AHA) to study cardiovascular dysfunction. The funding, which totals $154,000, was awarded through the AHA's Institutional Research Enhancement Award initiative, the   more
Newhouse Faculty, Doctoral Students Awarded Internal Funding for Research Projects
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications issued the following news: By Madelyn Geyer Two faculty members and two doctoral students are the recipients of funding through the Newhouse School's internal grants program. The program, administered by the Office of Research and Creative Activity under the leadership of Senior Associate Dean Regina Luttrell, establishes a foundation for a dynamic research and creative culture. It not only creates a   more
NIH-funded initiative to study health disparities among rural youth in NY
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 9 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Access to healthcare among low-income rural youth stands as a pressing concern in the landscape of public health in rural New York. School-Based Health Centers (SBHC) have emerged as a promising solution to enhance healthcare accessibility, however, the specific impact of SBHCs in rural communities remains unknown. With new funding from the National Institutes of Health (NIH), Cornell faculty will investigate how SBHCs ar  more
Nixon Peabody Expands Healthcare Practice With California Transactional, Regulatory Counsel
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- Nixon Peabody, a law firm, issued the following news release: Nixon Peabody LLP continues to expand its Healthcare practice on the West Coast with the arrival of counsel Patrick Callaghan, who advises clients across the healthcare industry on transactions and regulatory matters. Based in Nixon Peabody's Los Angeles office, Patrick's clients include health systems and primary care and specialty practices, such as ophthalmology, fertility, behavioral health, and onco  more
NRF24: SAS Spotlights Customers Driving Results With Retail AI & Analytics
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release: SAS will join other global retail and consumer goods leaders at one of the retail industry's biggest annual events: the National Retail Federation's annual convention and expo in New York City. "Artificial intelligence and analytics are must-have technologies retail and consumer goods companies use to remain nimble in the face of change," said Dan Mitchell, Global Directo  more
NYC DCAS and NYC Health + Hospitals Celebrate the Completion of First Ever Solar Power Installation at the City's Public Health System
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: New York City Department of Citywide Administrative Services (DCAS) Commissioner Dawn M. Pinnock and NYC Health + Hospitals President and Chief Executive Officer Mitchell Katz, MD, today announced the completion of the first-ever solar panel installation at NYC Health + Hospitals. The 55KW installation atNYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst will supplement the facility's daily energy use with c  more
NYC Environmental Protection Dept. Gifts Building and Property to Westchester Town to Ensure Improved Services for Vulnerable Children and Families
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- The New York City Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) today announced that it is gifting a building and surrounding land known as the "King Estate" in Katonah to the Town of Bedford. This will allow the not-for-profit Community Center of Northern Westchester (CCNW) to continue operating there and to move forward with a planned expansion to keep serving the r  more
NYC Health + Hospitals Launches The Remedy, a Podcast From the Largest Safety Net Health System in the United States
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced the launch of a new podcast, The Remedy, featuring leaders and health care providers from the nation's largest municipal health care system. The health system's role as a city agency and the major safety net health system for New York City offers a singular voice that no other podcast can. The mission of NYC Health + Hospitals encompasses the ability   more
NYU Law School: Harry First and Richard Pildes Honored by the Association of American Law Schools
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- The New York University School of Law issued the following news: On December 18, the Association of American Law Schools (AALS) announced that two NYU Law professors are among the 2024 winners of the annual awards bestowed by AALS sections. Harry First, Charles L. Denison Professor of Law Emeritus, has received the Section on Antitrust and Economic Regulation Lifetime Achievement Award. Richard Pildes, Sudler Family Professor of Constitutional Law, is the winner of the John  more
NYU Wagner Labor Initiative Explores Role of State and Local Government in Workers' Rights
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- New York University issued the following news release: Amid increased interest in workers' rights, New York University's Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service today (Jan. 11) announced the launch of the NYU Wagner Labor Initiative, a new hub of research and practice that will focus on the role and powers of governments to protect and advance workers' rights, particularly at the state and local levels. The NYU Wagner Labor Initiative innovatively embeds a labor  more
NYU: Online Food Shopping Exploded During the COVID-19 Pandemic
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- New York University issued the following news release: * * * Can it Catch on with Bodegas? * * * In many NYC communities, bodegas are beloved staples of convenience--ubiquitous markets selling items ranging from deli sandwiches to laundry detergent. In areas bereft of supermarkets, they often serve as the only source for groceries. During the COVID-19 pandemic, online food shopping exploded for supermarkets, but small retailers were largely left out of the marke  more
NYU: Stern in the News | January 9, 2024
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The New York University Stern School of Business issued the following "Stern in the News" wrap up: * MM+M | 1/9/2024 | Adjunct Professor Rui Yang is highlighted: "40 Under 40: Rui Yang, Novartis." (https://www.mmm-online.com/40-under-40/rui-yang-novartis/) * Investing.com | 1/5/2024 | Research from Professor Aswath Damodaran is referenced: "Investor Expectations For Portfolio Returns Are Too High." (Translation Required) (https://fr.investing.com/analysis/les-att  more
OVMA's Kari Mickinkle Named a National Leader in Veterans' Education
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 9 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Kari Mickinkle '11, G'22, a school certifying official with the Office of Veteran Success in the Office of Veteran and Military Affairs (OVMA), has been appointed vice president of the Association of Veterans Education Certifying Officials (AVECO). "It's basically a nationwide association that brings certifying officials together to educate them," says Mickinkle, who served in the U.S. Marine Corps after earning her u  more
Paul, Weiss Adds 2 Leading Financial Services Lawyers in Washington, New York
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton and Garrison LLP, a law firm, issued the following news on Jan. 8, 2024: Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP announced today that Daniel Meade and David Gerst have joined the firm as counsel in the Financial Services Group within the Corporate Department, resident in Washington, D.C. and New York, respectively. Meade has a broad range of experience advising on financial services regulatory matters, including in private practice at majo  more
PCCW grant helps support diverse student entrepreneurs
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 12 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A grant from the President's Council for Cornell Women (PCCW) will help build on the robust set of resources of campus for Cornell student entrepreneurs. This new effort will focus on supporting women and gender expansive entrepreneurs. "We want to help students understand what entrepreneurship really is and what resources we have available to them here," said Christa Downey, director of Cornell's Engineering Career Cen  more
Pillsbury Advises Intel Spinoff Articul8 AI in Company Launch
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury advised Articul8 AI, Inc., a secure generative artificial intelligence software platform, in connection with its recent launch as a new, independent company. The terms of the financing and asset spinoff were not publicly disclosed. Created with intellectual property and technology developed at Intel Corp., Articul8 delivers AI capabilities that keep customer data, training and inference within the enterpri  more
Pillsbury Advises Zavda Technologies in Acquisition by Applied Insight
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: A team of Pillsbury lawyers advised Zavda Technologies LLC, a fast-growing, veteran-owned technology and data services company, in its recent acquisition by cloud and technology services leader in the government market Applied Insight LLC, which is backed by The Acacia Group. The terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Zavda has provided advanced analytics, software development and systems engineering services  more
Pillsbury Client Falcomm Secures $4M in Series Seed Preferred Stock Financing
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury advised Falcomm, an Atlanta-based semiconductor startup, in the closing of a recent $4 million Series Seed preferred stock financing round. Squadra Ventures led the round with additional participation from Cambium Capital, Draper Cygnus and the Georgia Tech Foundation. Falcomm's current development is a new type of power amplifier--a semiconductor chip responsible for conditioning and amplifying signals t  more
Pillsbury: Shield AI Secures Additional $300M in Expanded Series F Funding Round Boosting Valuation to $2.8B
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Following the closing of its $200 million Series F growth equity round in November 2023, American aerospace and defense technology company Shield AI expanded its funding round with an additional $300 million in equity and debt. With its total raised funds reaching $500 million, Shield AI's valuation has now been raised to $2.8 billion. Due to advances in AI and computing, the company utilizes the new technology to f  more
Pinkham wins British Journalism Award for feature on migrants
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 8 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Sophie Pinkham, professor of the practice in comparative literature in the College of Arts and Sciences, received the 2023 British Journalism Award for Travel Journalism for her feature "Inside the European forest that geopolitics has turned into a graveyard." The piece investigates a refugee crisis in Poland's primeval forest. Bialowieza forest, Poland. Frank Vassen/Creative Commons license 2.0 "I was excited to see th  more
Politico Announces New York Editorial Moves
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Jan. 9 -- Politico issued the following statement on Jan. 8, 2024: * * * Announcement from Editorial Director, States, Ryan Hutchins, New York Senior Editor Sally Goldenberg, and New York Editor Joe Spector: Team, POLITICO planted its flag in the Empire State a decade ago, building an operation that still delivers class-leading political and policy coverage in Albany and New York City. Since then, our reporters and editors in the state have taken on ever-more-important r  more
Pollack thanks staff for advancing Cornell's mission
ITHACA, New York, Jan. 12 -- Cornell University issued the following news: During her annual Address to Staff on Jan. 11, President Martha E. Pollack thanked employees - from Cooperative Extension experts to the professionals supporting Cornell's libraries, labs and dining halls - for their role in advancing the university's mission and core values. "Each one of you is part of moving our values and our mission forward - with the creativity and the solutions, the knowledge and the inquiry, and   more
Pratt Institute: Film/Video Faculty Member Maya Edelman Wins Second Emmy Award
BROOKLYN, New York, Jan. 12 -- Pratt Institute issued the following news: Maya Edelman, visiting assistant professor of film/video and BFA Animation '08, won the 2024 Outstanding Individual Achievement in Animation Emmy Award for her work on color design for the short animated documentary More Than I Want to Remember. The winners of the 75th Creative Arts Emmy Awards in juried categories were broadcast live at a ceremony on January 6 and 7 in Los Angeles. The juried categories include Animation  more
Pulitzer-Winning Author Colson Whitehead is 2024 CCNY Langston Hughes Medalist
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- City College of New York issued the following news on Jan. 11, 2024: Two-time Pulitzer Prize winner Colson Whitehead is this year's City College of New York's Langston Hughes Medal recipient. He'll receive the Medal at CCNY's 45th annual Langston Hughes Festival on Feb. 1. The medal is awarded to highly distinguished writers from throughout the African American diaspora. It recognizes honorees for their impressive works of poetry, fiction, drama, autobiography and critical  more
Raleigh-Durham International Airport: Breeze Airways to Launch Nonstop Flights to San Diego
MORRISVILLE, North Carolina, Jan. 10 -- Raleigh-Durham International Airport issued the following news release: Breeze Airways will begin service from Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) on April 30, providing nonstop flights to the most popular domestic destination RDU does not currently serve. Breeze will also begin service to Westchester County Airport (HPN), New York on May 3. "RDU welcomes the opportunity to connect the Research Triangle reg  more
Reed Smith Announces Promotions for 2024
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: Reed Smith today announced a promotion class of 27 associates and counsel to partnership and 35 associates advancing to counsel across its global platform, effective January 1, 2024. The new partners are in 11 of the firm's markets, including several offices across the United States and the UK. Members of 13 practice groups, the 2024 partner cohort comprises 11 women and 16 men, and 59% are diverse.   more
Rockefeller University: "Exhausted" Immune Cells May Drive Alzheimer's
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- Rockefeller University issued the following news: Mice reach the twilight of their lives at around age two, the rough equivalent of 80 in human years. And when researchers introduce specific mutations into mice and then age them up, the mice can grow forgetful and irritable--eventually exhibiting signs of Alzheimer's disease not unlike that of many elderly humans. Now, new research demonstrates that microglia, the immune cells of the brain, wither away as Alzheimer  more
Russell Sage College Added to Teach-Out Partners for The College of Saint Rose
TROY, New York, Jan. 4 -- Sage Colleges issued the following news release: Russell Sage College is working on a teach-out agreement with The College of Saint Rose, which announced last month that it would be closing at the end of the 2023-2024 academic year. As stated by Saint Rose on its website, "program alignments are being reviewed by both Saint Rose faculty and faculty at the partner institutions. All teach-out agreements are subject to approval by the Middle States Commission on Higher E  more
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe and Franklin County Reach Settlement in Tribal Member Vehicle Use Tax Case
AKWESASNE, New York, Jan. 9 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: On January 2nd, the U.S. District Court for Northern New York approved an agreement between the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe (the "Tribe") and Franklin County (the "County") settling the parties' dispute over the County's assessment of its "Vehicle Use Tax" on members of the Tribe. The Settlement will exempt qualified Tribal members from payment  more
Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe Announces Final Family Court Code "Tenkwahswanon:na" Amendments to Be Adopted
AKWESASNE, New York, Jan. 11 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: On Kentenhko:wa/November 29th the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Court announced a 30-day Public comment period for proposed amendments to the Marriage, Divorce, and Custody Code TCR 2022-58 titled "Tenkwahswanon:na". There were no comments received at the close of the comment period on Tsiothohrha/December 30, 2023. Since no comments were rec  more
Scholastic Appoints Haji Glover as Chief Financial Officer
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today announced that Haji Glover has been named Scholastic's Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer, effective January 22, 2024. Succeeding current CFO Ken Cleary, who will fully transition to his new role as President of International, Mr. Glover will lead Sc  more
Scholastic Selects 12 Educators to Join the Second Annual Teacher Fellows Cohort
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release on Jan. 11, 2024: Today, Scholastic, the global children's publishing, education, and media company, announced its selection of 12 educators from across the country to join the Company's second annual Teacher Fellows Cohort. These accomplished K-8 teachers will collaborate with Scholastic Education Solutions' product development, research and publishing teams for the duration  more
Scripps CEO, Needham Media Analyst to Discuss Industry Trends at Conference on Jan. 17
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Jan. 10 -- The E.W. Scripps, a broadcasting company, issued the following news release: Adam Symson, president and CEO of The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), will discuss the company's business strategies and trends in the U.S. television industry at the 26th Annual Needham Growth Conference in New York on Wednesday, Jan. 17. Symson's fireside chat with Needham Senior Entertainment and Internet Analyst Laura Martin will take place from 4:30-5:10 p.m. A live webcast and a   more
Sending Emails During Zoom Meetings? Binghamton Research Shows Benefits of Multicommunication at Work, in the Classroom
BINGHAMTON, New York, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Anthony Borrelli It's another workday. You're in the middle of a Zoom meeting when the discussion veers off on a tangent. It's a break in the action, and it feels like the right time to open up another window on your computer and respond to a few emails. Ping! A text message alert lights up on your phone, so you type out a reply while the virtual meeting continues, and your ears stay attuned to the co  more
Seven Fordham Law Professors Named Distinguished Scholars
BRONX, New York, Jan. 11 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news: By Elizabeth Moore Seven Fordham Law professors have been named newly established Distinguished Scholars in recognition of their outstanding contributions. Six faculty members have received the honor of Distinguished Research Scholar for their intellectual leadership and commitment to rigorous scholarship that expands the knowledge of the law, shapes legal debate and sheds light on complex issues. In additi  more
Siena College: A Horse for the Course
LOUDONVILLE, New York, Jan. 13 -- Siena College issued the following news: Humans and horses have always had a very special bond. These majestic animals have served us as transportation, athletes, workmates and friends. A new class is now offered at Siena that combines classroom and barn time to explore these relationships in depth. Horse-Human Interaction was first offered last semester as one of Siena's one-credit Life Skills courses, and is being taught again this spring. It is co-led by El  more
Siena College: Renewed Commitment to Community Engagement
LOUDONVILLE, New York, Jan. 13 -- Siena College issued the following news: Siena was recently notified after a lengthy and intensive application process that its Carnegie Community Engagement Classification has been renewed. The classification highlights an institution's commitment to community engagement and serving the public good. Only 368 campuses in the country are currently active holders of this important designation, which is awarded by the Washington, D.C.-based American Council on Ed  more
Siena College: The 'New' Classical Music
LOUDONVILLE, New York, Jan. 13 (TNSres) -- Siena College issued the following news: Female classical musicians are making major statements on the stage and on social media. What kind of statements? Ask Sofia Bock '24. The English/education major conducted research this past summer on the phenomenon of the "classical music influencer" with Shannon Draucker, Ph.D., assistant professor of English. Their shared passionate interest in the topic resulted in a joint professor-student presentation las  more
Simon & Schuster: Gallery Books Reports More Than 2 Million Copies Sold of Britney Spears's the Woman in Me
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- Simon and Schuster, a Paramount company, issued the following news on Jan. 11, 2024: Gallery Books, a division of Simon & Schuster, announced today that THE WOMAN IN ME by Britney Spears has sold over 2 million copies in the United States alone. The combined sales figure includes hardcover, ebook, and audiobook formats. The audiobook, read by Michelle Williams with an introduction by Britney Spears, is the fastest selling in the company's history. The book was an i  more
St. John's University: New Resource Aims to Foster Innovation and Entrepreneurship Across Campus
QUEENS, New York, Jan. 13 -- St. John's University issued the following news: St. John's University is establishing a new resource to rally students, faculty, administrators, staff, and members of the Queens, NY, community around a culture of entrepreneurship and collaboration. The new Venture and Innovation Center (VIC) will help bring potentially transformative product ideas to life while providing students with enhanced experiential-learning opportunities and networking possibilities. The   more
Statement From N.Y. A.G. James on Resignation of NRA Executive Vice President and CEO Wayne LaPierre
NEW YORK, Jan. 5 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement: * * * New York Attorney General Letitia James released the following statement on the resignation of National Rifle Association (NRA) Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre. LaPierre, who has spent decades working for the NRA, and has been Executive Vice President and CEO since 1991, is one of five defendants in the lawsuit brought by the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) against the NRA and senior   more
Steiner Support Fund Now Available to Sport Management Students
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 11 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: When Brandon Steiner proposed a fund to support students in the Department of Sport Management in the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics, there was a particular kind of student he had in mind who would most benefit from the fund. Himself. Steiner, who graduated from Syracuse University in 1981 and is now chairman of the Sport Management Advisory Council, grew up in a low-income neighborhood in Brooklyn, New Yo  more
STEM Career Expert Josh Henkin to Visit Campus, Present Doctoral/Postdoctoral Workshops
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 11 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Josh Henkin will visit campus Feb. 1 and 2. Nationally recognized career expert Josh Henkin will visit campus next month to offer a series of workshops for doctoral students and postdoctoral associates who are preparing to seek industry or government positions in STEM. Henkin is founder of career coaching and counseling services firm STEM Career Services. He will be on campus Thursday, Feb. 1, and Friday, Feb. 2, t  more
Study Reveals Wastewater Surveillance Is Key Tool in Keeping Schools Open During Public Health Emergencies
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Wastewater surveillance is a potent tool in understanding COVID-19 transmission within school settings, according to a groundbreaking study led by epidemiologist David Larsen, professor and chair of public health in the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics. The research team's work that was published recently in PLOS Global Public Health establishes the pivotal role of wastewater analysis in managing the public h  more
SUNY Canton's University Police Department Gains Initial New York State Law Enforcement Accreditation
CANTON, New York, Jan. 11 -- The State University of New York Canton campus issued the following news: SUNY Canton's University Police Department has received initial accreditation through the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS). It is the first time the department has sought or achieved voluntary accreditation. "Your participation in the accreditation program demonstrates the commitment you and your officers have to provide the highest level of service and professional  more
SUNY Morrisville Hosts Madison County Small Business Summit
MORRISVILLE, New York, Jan. 13 -- The State University of New York's Morrisville State College issued the following news: It was an opportunity for small business enthusiasts to connect, learn and grow. And for SUNY Morrisville, it was a chance to talk about the college's exciting efforts which are preparing students to launch ventures and contribute to the local economy, including microcredentials and workforce programs, and a new Agribusiness Innovation and Training Center on the horizon.   more
SUNY-Cortland: Fitzpatrick Named National D3 Football Coach of the Year
CORTLAND, New York, Jan. 11 -- The State University of New York Cortland Campus issued the following news: SUNY Cortland football head coach Curt Fitzpatrick has been named the 2023 American Football Coaches Association (AFCA) Division III Coach of the Year after guiding the Red Dragons to their first-ever national title. The award was presented on Jan. 9 at the AFCA's annual convention in Nashville, Tenn. It is Fitzpatrick's second major national coaching honor of the season - he was chosen a  more
SUNY-Fredonia: De Urda Writes Book on Prominent African Writer
FREDONIA, New York, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: Juan De Urda, a professor of Spanish in the Department of World Languages and Cultures, is the author of a recently published book, "Francisco Zamora: escribiendo la poscolonialidad (Francisco Zamora: writing postcoloniality)." The book offers a critical overview of the work of Francisco Zamora Loboch, a member of the exile generation of Equatorial Guinean writers. A monograph on  more
SUNY-New Paltz: President Darrell P. Wheeler Joins Vassar Brothers Medical Center Board of Directors
NEW PALTZ, New York, Jan. 9 -- The State University of New York's New Paltz Campus issued the following news release: SUNY New Paltz President Darrell P. Wheeler has joined the Board of Directors at Vassar Brothers Medical Center, a Poughkeepsie, New York, based facility that has served the Hudson Valley for nearly 150 years. President Wheeler's appointment to this non-profit board adds a regional affiliation to his already extensive record of service in healthcare and related fields. Througho  more
SUNY-Stony Brook: New Astronomy Finding Uncovers the Mystery of Star Formation at the Edge of Galaxies
STONY BROOK, New York, Jan. 9 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: * * * International research team led by Stony Brook Professor Jin Koda to present "molecular cloud" research at national meeting; work published in The Astrophysical Journal * * * The mystery of star formation in galaxies continues to intrigue astronomers worldwide. Yet a key question remains just how and why and where do stars form in the Universe? A new di  more
SUNY-Stony Brook: Uncovering the Mystery of Star Formation at the Edge of Galaxies
STONY BROOK, New York, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: The mystery of star formation in galaxies continues to intrigue astronomers worldwide. Yet a key question remains just how and why and where do stars form in the Universe? A new discovery from an international team of astronomers provides a significant clue to star formation. Led by Jin Koda, the Stony Brook University Professor in the Department of Physics an  more
SUNY-Upstate Medical Campus: Conference to Feature Upstate-Led Medical Innovations Jan. 23
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 9 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: Upstate Medical University will host Upstate Innovation Day: Pharmaceutical, Biologic and Medical Device Research and Commercialization, an all-day event focused on life sciences innovation and entrepreneurship. The conference will be held at the Central New York Biotech Accelerator (CNYBAC) Theater, 841 E. Fayette St., Syracuse, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tuesday, Jan 23. Ho  more
Syracuse Stage Welcomes 2024 With 'Clyde's,' a Witty New Dramedy by Lynn Nottage
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse Stage continues its 50th Anniversary Season with "Clyde's," Lynn Nottage's Tony-award nominated comedy following the formerly incarcerated cooks of a rundown truck stop diner on their quest to craft the perfect sandwich. First seen on Broadway in 2021, "Clyde's" is directed by Chip Miller and will run Jan. 31 to Feb. 18 in the Archbold Theatre at Syracuse Stage, 820 E. Genesee St., Syracuse. It is co-produced  more
Syracuse University News Launches LinkedIn Channel
SYRACUSE, New York, Jan. 9 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Looking for another way to stay connected to all the news happening at Syracuse University? Syracuse University News is now on LinkedIn. Follow Syracuse University News on LinkedIn for the latest news stories, profiles and podcasts involving our students, faculty, staff and alumni. Catch up on highlights from Syracuse University News on its newest channel with stories, profiles and podcasts about our talented student  more
TIAA, Wyclef Jean, and Hip-Hop Stars Launch New Track, "Paper Right," to Spotlight Gaps in Retirement Savings and Generational Wealth
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- TIAA, a provider of financial services in the academic, research, medical, cultural and governmental fields, issued the following news release: Too many Americans are not on track to reach a financially secure retirement. This is especially true for younger generations preparing to enter the workforce or who are starting their careers. In fact, 41%Opens in a new window of young adults between ages 24 and 35 do not take advantage of or contribute to their employer sponsored   more
Tradeweb Announces Date for Fourth Quarter 2023 Financial Results
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release on Jan. 12, 2024: Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a leading, global operator of electronic marketplaces for rates, credit, equities and money markets, will release financial results for the fourth quarter of 2023 on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at approximately 7:00 AM EST. In addition, Tradeweb will host a conference call for investors. WHO: Bi  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears On ABC's "GMA3"
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on Jan. 11, 2024, with ABC's "GMA3": * * * Eva Pilgrim: Welcome back to GMA3. The migrant crisis at our southern border is having an impact all across our country, from policy debates on Capitol Hill to stretching the resources of a number of cities, one of them right here in New York. Over 168,000 asylum seekers have come through this city's intake system since spring of last year with over 69,  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Appears on WCNY's "The Capitol Pressroom"
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an interview on Jan. 10, 2024, with David Lombardo of WCNY's "The Capitol Pressroom": * * * David Lombardo: On Tuesday, Governor Kathy Hochul delivered her third State of the State address which included a plan to develop more housing in the five boroughs, a plan that got a thumbs up from New York City Mayor Eric Adams who was in the Assembly chamber at the Capitol for the speech. And Mayor Adams joins us o  more
TRANSCRIPT: NEW YORK CITY MAYOR ADAMS DELIVERS REMARKS AT DOC GRADUATION CEREMONY
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of remarks on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * Host: Thank you, Assistant Commissioner Ayinde Williams, and congratulations to our new recruits. Ladies and gentlemen, I would now like to welcome to the podium, the commissioner for the New York City Department of Correction, Lynelle MaGinley Liddie. Please receive her with a round of applause. Commissioner Lynelle MaGinley Liddie, Department of Correction: Good morning, Ma  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Presents Proclamations to Recognize Extraordinary Public Service
NEW YORK, Jan. 6 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of proclamations on Jan. 5, 2024, to recognize extraordinary public service: * * * Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, Operations: Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you for joining us today. I'd also like to acknowledge those that are standing up here behind me. We've got [Javier Aukendo], our MTA bus driver awardee, Marvin McLaurin, our DSNY chief awardee, Jeff Pitts, Melissa Searight, assistant general superintendent, tra  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding for April 2024 NYPD Recruit Class, Fifth Firefighter at 20 FDNY Engine Companies
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an announcement on Jan. 10, 2024: * * * Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding for April 2024 NYPD Recruit Class, Fifth Firefighter at 20 FDNY Engine Companies Deputy Mayor Philip Banks III, Public Safety: Good afternoon and welcome. Today we're here to make a pretty significant public safety announcement. Of course, we're joined by the mayor of the City of New York, Mayor Adams. We have the  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding for Community Schools, Makes New Investments in Summer Rising for Young New Yorkers
NEW YORK, Jan. 13 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an announcement on Jan. 12, 2024: * * * Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding for Community Schools, Makes New Investments in Summer Rising for Young New Yorkers Deputy Mayor Ana Almanzar, Strategic Initiatives: Good afternoon and thank you all for joining us here today. I am Ana J. Almanzar, deputy mayor for Strategic Initiatives. We're here today to acknowledge our city's investment in th  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding to Keep City Streets and Parks Clean, Fight Rats
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an announcement on Jan. 11, 2024: * * * Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Restores Funding to Keep City Streets and Parks Clean, Fight Rats Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, Operations: Good morning, everyone. This morning we have an important announcement that is brought to us by the bold leadership of Mayor Eric Adams because we're an administration that is committed to New York clean and green. Our parks, o  more
UAlbany, Borough of Manhattan Community College Launch Dual Admission Program
ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: The University at Albany and the Borough of Manhattan Community College have launched a dual admission program that will enable BMCC students to seamlessly continue their academic careers at UAlbany after completing their associate degrees. Prospective students can indicate their interest in enrolling in the program as part of their application to BMCC, a community college in the City  more
UB Launches Center for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 9 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: The University at Buffalo has launched its Center for Advanced Semiconductor Technologies to cement its position nationally and globally as a leader in microelectronics and research innovation for the semiconductor industry. In October, the Buffalo-Rochester-Syracuse region was designated a federal tech hub following the passing of the CHIPS and Science Act in 2022 - a $280   more
UB Mobile Dental Clinics Serve Vulnerable Populations Thanks to Mother Cabrini Health Foundation
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 9 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: Faculty and staff within the University at Buffalo School of Dental Medicine (SDM) are acutely aware of disparities in oral health care, which particularly affect low-income children, rural residents and individuals who struggle with mental health, disabilities and housing. The dental school has been making strides over the past two decades to rectify some of these dispariti  more
UB Researchers to Participate in Panel on Mental Wellness in the Black Community
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: Two university at Buffalo researchers are participating in a panel discussion this week focused on mental wellness in Buffalo's Black community. Rebecca Ashare, PhD, associate professor of psychology in UB's College of Arts and Sciences, and Deborah Erwin, PhD, professor emeritus, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center and co-founder of the National Witness Proje  more
Union College: Alumni-Led Company is Helping People Breathe
SCHENECTADY, New York, Jan. 12 -- Union College issued the following news: Three former Union College roommates -- Dr. Richard Lazzaro '86, Robert Israel '85 and Robert Wiesenberg '85 -- recently joined forces with Mayo Clinic. Through this agreement, other strategic partnerships and investors, they and their company, Lazzaro Medical, will "help millions to breathe easily again." "Lazzaro Medical's mission is to develop and provide innovative solutions for the diagnosis and treatment of trach  more
Union College: Catching Up With...Prateek Arora
SCHENECTADY, New York, Jan. 12 (TNSres) -- Union College issued the following news: Prateek Arora, assistant professor of economics, was born in India. It's a place "where spirituality permeates the air. My mother introduced me to yoga at a young age," he said. "The practice of yoga and meditation remains integral to maintaining my physical and mental well-being." He also loves to read, run, bike and watch plays, musicals and movies. And dance. Dance is special to Arora. A shy and introverte  more
Union College: For the Record - Week of Jan. 12, 2024
SCHENECTADY, New York, Jan. 13 (TNSres) -- Union College issued the following news: Joyce Madancy, professor of history, was published in the The Oxford Handbook of Commodity History. Her chapter is entitled "Producing Drug Histories: Conquest and Commerce, Culture and Control." Kimmo Rosenthal, professor emeritus of mathematics, has two essays accepted for publication. "The Weighing of an Essay" is forthcoming in BigCityLit. It is an essay about essay writing drawing on the work of Brian Dill  more
University at Buffalo: Computer Science Student Spotlights Future of AI at Gov. Hochul's State of the State Address
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: Holliday Sims is a tireless advocate for reducing inequities in computer science education, especially barriers that Black women face. At the University at Buffalo, she has spent the past four years learning how to tackle this problem using artificial intelligence and other emerging technologies. The senior computer science major's commitment to using AI for socia  more
University at Buffalo: Inherently Human - New Book Explores Magic and Witchcraft
BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 11 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release on Jan. 10, 2024: Phillips Stevens Jr., PhD, a University at Buffalo cultural anthropologist, says that while magic and witchcraft are both thoroughly researched topics across various academic disciplines, a new effort is needed if we're to fully understand the nature and significance of these two occult phenomena. Stevens' new book, "Rethinking the Anthropology of   more
University of California's Davis School of Law: National Desk Quotes Dean Johnson on NYC Mayor's Comments on Migrants
DAVIS, California, Jan. 13 -- The University of California's Davis School of Law issued the following news: Dean Kevin R. Johnson spoke to The National Desk on Jan. 3 about Mayor Eric Adams' comments regarding a supposed uptick in crimes by migrants in New York City. Johnson told The National Desk that Adams' comments appear to be a "weak effort to capitalize on stereotypes about immigrants as criminals." Kevin R. Johnson is the law school's dean, Mabie-Apallas Professor of Public Interest La  more
UT Austin & CCNY Physicists Receive Keck Foundation Boost for Quantum Materials Research
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 (TNSres) -- City College of New York issued the following news: Physicists at the University of Texas at Austin and The City College of New York are the recipients of a highly competitive $1.1 million grant from the W.M. Keck Foundation to explore exotic phases of matter in atomically thin quantum materials. The project is only one of five selected by the foundation this year in the science and engineering category; five more were selected for medical grants. Vinod Menon, pro  more
Utah A.G. Reyes Writes SEC to Oppose "Natural Asset Companies" on the Exchange
SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Jan. 10 -- Utah Attorney General Sean D. Reyes issued the following statement on Jan. 9, 2024: * * * Attorney General Sean D. Reyes led a comment letter on behalf of 25 States to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over a recent proposed rule change that would allow the New York Stock Exchange to list "Natural Asset Companies" (NACs) on the exchange. NACs are a novel corporate structure designed to take land off the market to prohibit productive economic use  more
WarnerMedia: Max Celebrates the Sopranos 25th Anniversary With Never-Before-Released Footage, Expanded Access to 5 Hours of Additional Content, Fan Activations, and More
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: Fans are invited to experience The Sopranos like never before as Max celebrates the legendary HBO Original series' 25th anniversary. The streamer has dropped never-before-seen deleted footage and expanded access to behind-the-scenes content within the new, in-app Sopranos 25th Anniversary collection. The milestone celebration continues Wednesday, January 10th, with a cast reuni  more
WarnerMedia: Season Three of Peabody Award-Winning Series Sort Of Debuts January 18
NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Jan. 8, 2024: The eight-episode third and final season of the Peabody Award-winning Max Original comedy series SORT OF debuts with two episodes THURSDAY, JANUARY 18 on Max followed by two episodes weekly through February 8. The series is a co-production with CBC and Sphere Media. Synopsis: Sabi comes to terms with feelings of grief and an unexpected sense of freedom following the death of t  more
WarnerMedia: Season Two of the Max Original Drama Series Tokyo Vice Debuts February 8
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Jan. 9, 2024: Created and written by Tony Award(R) winner J.T. Rogers, the critically acclaimed original drama series TOKYO VICE returns THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 8 on Max. The ten-episode second season debuts with two episodes followed by one new episode weekly for eight weeks. Synopsis: Loosely inspired by American journalist Jake Adelstein's first-hand account of the Tokyo Metropolitan Police   more
White & Case Advises Calpine Corporation on $1B Financing of a 680 MW Battery Storage Project
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has represented Calpine Corporation, the largest generator of electricity from natural gas and geothermal resources in the United States, in the closing of a syndicated project financing transaction in the commercial bank market. The transaction consisted of credit facilities totaling more than US$1 billion to finance the development and construction of a 680 MW battery energy s  more
White & Case Advises ERG on $270M Agreement With Apex Clean Energy
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised ERG S.p.A. (ERG) on an agreement with Apex Clean Energy Holdings LLC (Apex) to establish a strategic partnership to manage an operating US wind and solar project portfolio and its potential expansion. The agreement represents ERG's first expansion outside Europe, establishing a US-based holding company that includes the wind and solar plants, which have a total of 31  more
White & Case Advises IK Partners on Sale of Mabtech to EQT Healthcare Growth Strategy
NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised IK Partners on its sale of Mabtech to EQT Healthcare Growth Strategy. IK Partners is a pan-European private equity firm focused on investments in Benelux, DACH, France, Nordics and the UK. Since 1989 it has raised more than Euros14 billion of capital and invested in 180 European companies. Mabtech is a biotech company founded in Sweden in 1986 that develops immunoa  more
White & Case Advises IMA on Closing of Investment From BDT & MSD Partners
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised IMA and its controlling shareholders on the closing of the sale by BC Partners of its interest to BDT & MSD Partners, a merchant bank serving the distinct needs of business owners and strategic, long-term investors. The Vacchi family remains the controlling shareholder of the IMA holding company. Founded in 1961, IMA sells and services automation machinery for the p  more
White & Case Advises Pelion on EBRD Equity Investment
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Pelion S.A. on an equity investment from the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) via a capital increase in Pelion, as a result of which the EBRD will become a minority shareholder in the company. The EBRD investment will help Pelion, Poland's largest healthcare company which provides pharmaceutical distribution services to individual patients, pha  more
White & Case Advises SMBC on a Senior Secured Term Loan Facility
NEW YORK, Jan. 12 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) and a group of commercial banks in connection with a senior secured term loan facility extended to Gasoducto de Zapotlanejo, S. de R.L. de C.V. (GAZA), a subsidiary of Grupo SIMSA and owner of a natural gas transportation pipeline located in the State of Jalisco, Mexico. The proceeds will be used by GAZA to repay existing de  more
White & Case Advises the Lenders on Financing for Utility-Scale Solar Projects Developed By Mytilineos in Chile
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has represented the lenders, LC providers and hedge banks in connection with the limited-recourse financing for the Willka, Dona Antonia, Tocopilla and Tamarico utility-scale solar projects, located in Chile and which are being developed by Mytilineos, as sponsor. The portfolio is expected to have an installed capacity of 588 MWp, making it one of the largest financing transactio  more
White & Case Advises Tier on Merger With Dott
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised TIER Mobility on an agreement to merge with Dott, a transaction which brings the companies together to form Europe's leading micro-mobility operator, with combined revenues of Euros250 million and over 125 million trips a year in more than 20 countries. The transaction will be combined with a new equity financing round led by Mubadala Capital and Sofina, with other i  more
White & Case Secures Pro Bono Victory for Students in New Hampshire School Funding Lawsuit
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has helped obtain a significant pro bono win for public school children in New Hampshire, upholding their rights under the state constitution to equal educational funding, together with co-counsel from the Education Law Center. The judge in Rand v. State ruled that the state's administration of a tax to fund public schools violates a constitutional requirement for uniform taxatio  more
WWE on A&E is Back With New Seasons of 'WWE Rivals' and 'Biography: WWE Legends' Premiering Sunday, February 25
NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- A&E Television Networks issued the following news release: WWE on A&E steps back into the ring this winter beginning Sunday, February 25 with a knock-out new season of "WWE Rivals" at 8pm ET/PT followed by a new season of "Biography: WWE Legends" at 9pm ET/PT. The series continue to explore the lives and careers of some of the most beloved and well-known WWE Superstars and give viewers unparalleled access through in-depth interviews and archival footage. Kicking off the ni  more
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