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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday February 25, 2024 ( 251 items )  
3 strategies to keep your best employees
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Though U.S. employers kicked off 2024 with the addition of 353,000 new jobs, the job-switching trend that catalyzed The Great Resignation continues at near record-setting levels. Some sectors are experiencing greater churn than others. At 5 percent, the quit rate in hospitality is significantly outpacing other industries, and engineers are increasingly seeking new professions altogether. Hiring is just half the battle   more
40 years of crop research shows inequities
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A systematic analysis of 40 years of studies on public crop breeding programs found that cereal grains receive significantly more research attention than other crops important for food security, such as fruits and vegetables; only 33% of studies sought input from both men and women household members; and there is significantly less research in South America, the Middle East and North Africa than in sub-Saharan Africa. T  more
Achieving the Dream Recognizes SUNY Schenectady As A 2024 Leader College
SCEHNECTADY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The State University of New York's Schenectady County Community College issued the following news: SUNY Schenectady today announced that it is one of 10 community colleges from across the country that have been designated as Leader Colleges by Achieving the Dream (ATD), a national nonprofit dedicated to advancing community colleges as hubs of equity and economic mobility in their communities. SUNY Schenectady and the other institutions earned Leader College sta  more
Agrarian Studio expands with Future of Work fellowship
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 21 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Looking for community after the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic, Associate Professor Sarah Besky established the Agrarian Studio in the ILR School to foster a collective approach to training anthropology graduate students. "It's a mash-up of a creative writing seminar and the labs of natural scientists," said Besky, who serves as the director of the South Asia Program at the Mario Einaudi Center for International Stu  more
AI-Enhanced Indoor Farming Takes Root at the University at Buffalo
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: * * * Project uses AI to monitor plant health and fine-tune LED lighting systems; could help with food insecurity and sustainability issues * * * Inside a nondescript computer lab at the University at Buffalo, a new tech-savvy style of indoor farming is blossoming. Lettuce and basil are growing inside a phonebooth-sized greenhouse, all under the unflinching eyes  more
American Airlines Becomes Only U.S. Carrier to Fly Between New York and Tokyo
FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 23 -- American Airlines issued the following news: Traveling to Japan will get easier this summer with new service from American Airlines between New York (JFK) and Tokyo's Haneda International Airport (HND). Last week, the United States Department of Transportation (DOT) formally approved American's application to become the only U.S. carrier operating nonstop service between JFK and HND. "American looks forward to launching flights between JFK and HND this summer," sa  more
An Evolving Vision: SUNY College of Optometry 2024 State of the College Address
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- The State University of New York College of Optometry issued the following news release: SUNY College of Optometry held its 2024 State of the College Address, presented by President Dr. David A. Heath. The annual event was the final Address by Dr. Heath after announcing his retirement this past fall. The event coincided with the release of the 2023 Annual Report, recapping the past year at SUNY Optometry, Dr. Heath's tenure and a look ahead to the future. The theme of refl  more
Applications Open for New York Business Plan Competition 2024
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 23 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse University students at 2018 New York Business Plan Competition. From left, Charles Keppler and Serena Ogie Evah Omo Lamai, co-founders of Fibre Free, Kayla Simon and Elizabeth Tarangelo, co-founders of In-Spire, and Julia Haber, founder of WAYV and Home From College. The New York Business Plan Competition (NYBPC), powered by Upstate Capital, is currently accepting applications through Friday, March 1, from g  more
Art exhibition to explore freedom of expression theme
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Projects exploring a TV movie's impact on an immigrant child, synergies between quilting and architecture, and opportunities to foster collaboration through play are among those featured in the Cornell Council for the Arts' (CCA) Freedom of Expression Exhibition, opening March 4 in galleries at the College of Architecture, Art and Planning (AAP). Over several weeks, more than 20 student, faculty and alumni artists and c  more
Babies use their immune system differently but efficiently
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 23 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Scientists have long believed that a newborn's immune system was an immature version of an adult's, but new research shows that newborns' T cells - white blood cells that protect from disease - outperform those of adults at fighting off numerous infections. These results help clarify why adults and infants respond differently to infections and pave the way for controlling T cells' behavior for therapeutic applications.   more
Baker Program in Real Estate announces STEM designation
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: The Paul Rubacha Department of Real Estate announces that its Cornell Baker Program in Real Estate's two-year Master of Professional Studies in Real Estate (MPS-RE) degree has received STEM designation and, beginning later this spring, expects to begin offering a +1 option enabling Cornell students to complete their undergraduate degree and earn the MPS-RE by adding just one year of study. Both developments are among ef  more
Bankrate: Americans With More Credit Card Debt Than Emergency Savings Remains at All-Time High
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 (TNSres) -- Bankrate, a provider of financial services, issued the following news release: According to a new Bankrate survey, over a third of American households (36%) have more credit card debt than emergency savings for the second consecutive year, and the highest percentage since polling began in 2011. To read more: https://www.bankrate.com/banking/savings/emergency-savings-report/ On a positive note, more than half of households say their level of emergency savings exce  more
Bard College Institute for Writing and Thinking Hosts Conference on "Climate Change in the Classroom: Embracing New Paradigms" on April 26
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, Feb. 21 -- Bard College issued the following news release: Bard College's Institute for Writing and Thinking (IWT) will host its annual April Conference and welcomes educators of all disciplines on Friday, April 26 from 9:30am to 4:30pm. This year's IWT conference will focus on "Climate Change in the Classroom: Embracing New Paradigms." The conference will be hybrid, and participants can join online or in person at Bard's Annandale-on-Hudson, New York, campus. Par  more
Bard College Receives $50,000 Grant From Teagle Foundation to Revise First-Year Seminar Curriculum Around Civic Education
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, Feb. 23 -- Bard College issued the following news release: Bard College has received a $50,000 grant from the Teagle Foundation to reimagine its First-Year Seminar (FYSEM) curriculum with an eye toward civic education and engagement in light of the looming 2024 election. The generous Teagle Foundation grant supports curriculum development, faculty training and workshops, and guest speakers for Bard's 2024-2025 FYSEM program, which will focus on civic education and  more
Barnes & Noble Adds Disney DVD/Blu-RayTM Section in Most Stores for a Limited Time
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: Barnes & Noble is excited to announce that most Barnes & Noble retail locations are now offering a Disney-branded section featuring a greater assortment of Disney, Walt Disney Animation Studios, Marvel Studios, Lucasfilm, Pixar Animation Studios, 20th Century Studios, National Geographic, and Searchlight Pictures titles on DVD and Blu-ray. Additionally, 10 Bar  more
Berkshire Bank Welcomes Robert Shanahan, Mortgage Loan Officer, to Consumer Lending Team
PITTSFIELD, Massachusetts, Feb. 21 -- The Berkshire Bank issued the following news release: Berkshire Bank, a high-performing, relationship-based community bank in New England and New York, is pleased to announce that Robert Shanahan has joined its Consumer Lending team as a mortgage loan officer in Burlington, Massachusetts. Shanahan has over 25 years of mortgage lending experience and works with the real estate community, self-employed individuals, investment property owners and first-time h  more
Beth Fox Appointed to Inaugural Chief of Staff Post at Alfred University
ALFRED, New York, Feb. 23 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: Alfred University announces the appointment of Beth Fox as the inaugural chief of staff in the Office of the President. Fox will begin her duties on May 31. In her role, Fox will serve as an advisor and key member of the University's management team, responsible for coordinating the daily operation of President Mark Zupan's office and strengthening the link between the president, the Board of Trustees, and other   more
Billions Co-Creator Brian Koppelman '95 Shares How Fordham Law Influenced His Career
BRONX, New York, Feb. 21 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news: By Erin DeGregorio Before he became famous for being the co-creator of the hit Showtime hit Billions, Brian Koppelman '95 was an evening student at Fordham Law School. He recently told students in the Fordham Media and Entertainment Law Society that law school was never a part of his plans growing up, but added it helped his career path as a successful film and television writer, director, showrunner, and   more
Binghamton University School of Management Ranked in Nation's Top 10 Business Schools for Internships
BINGHAMTON, New York, Feb. 23 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Anthony Borrelli The Binghamton University School of Management (SOM) ranks among the top 10 business schools nationwide for internship placement. Schools were ranked by Poets & Quants, a top online publication for business and education news, based on the percentage of graduates from the Class of 2023 who had at least one business-related internship during their degrees. Binghamton University placed ninth in  more
Binghamton University: The Right Note - Harpur Fellow Project Brings Music Lessons to Disadvantaged Children
BINGHAMTON, New York, Feb. 22 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Jennifer Micale In her classes, Jesslyn Chan read about the stigma experienced by people in poverty. It struck a chord: She was determined to do something about it. In the summer of 2023, the Harpur Fellow created a music program for the YWCA's summer program in downtown Binghamton. For four weeks, she worked with around 10 children ages 6 to 11, providing games, activities, piano lessons, plus a field trip t  more
Binghamton University: Victims or Migrants? New Book Explores the Early 20th-Century Trafficking of French Women
BINGHAMTON, New York, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Jennifer Micale When you hear the words "sex trafficking," what scenario springs to mind? Maybe it's the movie Taken, in which a CIA agent's teenage daughter is kidnapped on a trip to Paris. While the popular film was released in 2008, the idea that sex trafficking largely involves innocent and passive victims forced into prostitution dates back to the 1870s. The real situation, both in the past and  more
Binghamton University: What's in a Bottle of Tattoo Ink?
BINGHAMTON, New York, Feb. 24 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: By Jennifer Micale When you get a tattoo, do you know what you're putting under your skin? According to new Binghamton University research, the ingredient labels on tattoo ink don't match the actual substances in the bottle. Produced by the lab of Assistant Professor of Chemistry John Swierk, "What's in my ink: An analysis of commercial tattoo ink on the U.S. market" was recently published in the journa  more
BioInspired Adds Research Subgroup Blending Arts, Sciences, Humanities
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 19 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: A new subgroup focused on the study of posthumanities topics has been formed at BioInspired Institute. It is designed to provide space and funding for research and creative activities that push the boundaries of traditional scientific inquiry and innovation through activities and collaborations between the arts and the humanities and the science-based disciplines that have been the core of the institute's activities.   more
Blackstone Charitable Foundation Commitment in Texas Reaches $10 Million for Entrepreneurial Skills and Career Exposure
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- Blackstone, an investment firm, issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: Blackstone today announced that the Blackstone Charitable Foundation has reached $10 million in funding in Texas through its signature program, LaunchPad. The program seeks to close the opportunity gap by equipping students with entrepreneurial skills and internship opportunities to help them build lasting careers. LaunchPad has supported students at 12 schools across Texas, including Texas  more
Book brings elusive Greek technical writer into focus
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Hero of Alexandria, ancient Greek mathematician and engineer, is a figure known almost entirely through his writings. We have little of his biography, including his timeframe, but his books on things like pneumatics, pure geometry and catapults have influenced many others through the ages and his principles touch early modern inventions including the player piano and the fire engine. "The historical Hero is a ghostly ap  more
Book Talk introduces "Myron Taylor, The Man Nobody Knew"
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: On April 24, 2023 in Cornell Law's Myron Taylor Hall, C. Evan Stewart '74, J.D. '77, took his place behind the podium, looking very much "at home." The fourth generation Cornellian loves to teach, is passionate about history, and had just completed his book (20-plus years in the making) about the man whose name was on the building where he was speaking. Those attending the book talk event were quickly absorbed in the st  more
Broadridge Financial Solutions: Navigating the CX Challenge - Despite Companies' Increased Tech Investments, Consumer Impatience Grows
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- 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 Feb. 20, 2024: Amid today's uncertain economic environment and companies' increasing dependence on technology to provide customer service, consumer patience has dwindled with the rate of consumers who feel that companies need to improve their customer experience dou  more
C. Evan Stewart '77 Discusses His Book Myron Taylor, The Man Nobody Knew
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: On April 24, 2023 in Cornell Law's Myron Taylor Hall, C. Evan Stewart '77 took his place behind the podium, looking very much "at home." The fourth generation Cornellian loves to teach, is passionate about history, and had just completed his book (twenty-plus years in the making) about the man whose name was on the building where he was speaking. Those attending the book talk event were quickly absorbed in the story of   more
CGS BlueCherry and TradeLink Technologies to Partner at Bharat Tex 2024 to Showcase End-to-End Factory RFID Solution
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- Computer Generated Solutions, a provider of business applications, enterprise learning and outsourcing services, issued the following news on Feb. 23, 2024: CGS, a global provider of software and business applications, enterprise learning, and outsourcing services, today announced CGS BlueCherry and TradeLink Technologies (TradeLink) are kicking off their partnership at Bharat Tex 2024 by unveiling the industry's first end-to-end factory RFID solution. The solution encompas  more
Chambers Global 2024 Guide Recognizes Greenberg Traurig Attorneys, Practices
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: 62 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP are recognized in the 2024 edition of the prestigious legal services directory Chambers Global. The global guide also recognized the firm in 26 practice areas across 10 regions. Chambers and Partners, a UK-based publisher, selects attorneys for inclusion in its guides based on thousands of interviews with practicing lawyers and clients from around the   more
Chancellor Addresses Answers Question on JMA Wireless Dome Reseating at University Senate
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 21 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Thank you, Professor Reed. My only remark today is to answer Senator Van' Gulick's question from the Jan. 24 meeting. To remind folks, he asked about reseating the JMA Wireless Dome this summer, which will make it much more accessible and more comfortable, but also reduces the number of seats and moves almost everybody's seats. As part of that, they're repricing the Dome seats, and that's been public. Senator Van Gul  more
Chancellor King Announces Expansion of SUNY's Efforts to Support FAFSA Completion
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2024: Building on SUNY Financial Aid Days, State University of New York Chancellor John B. King, Jr. today announced the expansion of SUNY's efforts through the spring to provide applicants to all 64 campuses with more support to complete the FAFSA, which is necessary to receive federal and state financial aid. "The cost of a college education can be a barrier to students and with the n  more
Colby College: A Lot More Inside
WATERVILLE, Maine, Feb. 23 -- Colby College issued the following news: Tod Lippy spent 15 years designing, editing, and imagining the alternative arts publication Esopus magazine. But it was much more than a magazine. It was a collection of original art, stories, illustrations, poems, music--each issue included a CD of original music--and a marvel of ingenuity in modern printing. In addition to a CD, each issue also included projects, many of them removable posters, prints, and other objects c  more
College of Visual and Performing Arts Announces 2024 VPA Scholars
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 18 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Twelve seniors in the College of Visual and Performing Arts (VPA) have been named VPA Scholars, the college's highest undergraduate academic honor. The VPA Scholars program was established to recognize the achievements of the college's top seniors. Students are selected based on academic performance, creative/scholarly work and service to the college and the community. Traditionally, the VPA Scholars are recognized   more
Confronting Gun Violence: At MSU-UB Conference, Students, Faculty Gathered With Peers to Reflect and Advocate
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 22 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: A year after a mass shooting on the Michigan State University campus in East Lansing left three people dead and five injured, its College of Human Medicine hosted the inaugural MSU-University at Buffalo Remembrance Conference. The exchange between the two schools began last May in Buffalo at a gathering of UB and MSU faculty and students hosted at the annex of the Hopewell   more
Connecting More Students To Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Is Focus of New Partnership Between SUNY and Benefits Data Trust
SCEHNECTADY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The State University of New York's Schenectady County Community College issued the following news: During his recent visit to campus, SUNY Chancellor John B. King, Jr. toured the Food Pantry for a discussion on student food security and highlighted SUNY's work to improve student success by connecting students to SNAP and other public benefits programs. Consistent with Governor Kathy Hochul's 2024 State of the State direction for SUNY to address food insecurity  more
Constangy, Brooks, Smith & Prophete: John MacDonald Presents CLE Webinar With ACC New Jersey
ATLANTA, Georgia, Feb. 21 -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, issued the following news release: Constangy Partner John MacDonald will present a webinar with the New Jersey Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel (ACC) on February 28th at 8:30 a.m. ET. The program, entitled "Institutional Implications During Times of Crises within Free Speech," will be offered for New Jersey and New York State Ethics CLE credit. Topics will include: * Internal and external pressures  more
Cornell Center for Social Sciences awards 11 faculty fellowships
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: The Cornell Center for Social Sciences (CCSS) has awarded 11 fellowships to Cornell faculty. The 2024-2025 cohort, representing seven Cornell colleges, will use their semester in residence at CCSS to research topics such as the impact of government support on clean energy innovation, the effects of pay transparency laws and the development of scalable interventions that could reduce the harm caused by online misinformati  more
Cornell: How AI and New Tech Are Redefining Product Development
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- Cornell Tech issued the following news: By Justin Heitzman Keeping pace with the swift disruption of artificial intelligence (AI) and other trends in tech has proven to be a challenge across industries. Cornell Tech product and technology experts Keith Cowing and Josh Hartmann know firsthand how emerging technologies and attitude shifts can prompt radical changes in the world of product development. The Product and Tech Leadership Summit, which will take place th  more
Cuny and the New School Launch New Social Security Administration-Funded Retirement and Disability Research Center
NEW YORK, Feb. 16 (TNSres) -- The New School issued the following news release: The Social Security Administration (SSA) has awarded The City University of New York and The New School a five-year, multimillion-dollar cooperative agreement to establish one of six national centers in the federal agency's Retirement and Disability Research Consortium. Funding for the first year will be more than $1.9 million with similar amounts expected in each of the remaining four years. The newly created New  more
CUNY SPH and CUNY SPS Executive Legal Counsel and Labor Designee Patricia Stein to Retire
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- The City University of New York's Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy issued the following news release: With mixed emotions, we announce the retirement of our esteemed colleague Patricia Stein, Esq., effective February 29. Pat has brought over 35 years of legal and labor expertise to her role as CUNY SPH's Executive Counsel and Labor Designee since 2017. In her work with CUNY SPH, Pat provided expert guidance to the School on a broad array of governance, le  more
CUNY-Graduate School of Public Health: National Study Finds Low Uptake of COVID-19 Oral Antivirals
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 (TNSres) -- The City University of New York's Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy issued the following news release: A study conducted by CUNY SPH investigators in the Institute for Implementation Science in Population Health examined the uptake of oral COVID-19 antivirals, specifically nirmatrelvir/ritonavir (NMV/r, also known as Paxlovid), and molnupiravir (MOV), among a highly vaccinated adult cohort (n=1,622) in the United States who were infected with SARS-  more
Data Journalism Project Launches, Focuses on Impact of Police Vehicle Accidents in New York
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 21 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Police vehicle accidents and the impact such crashes have had on communities across New York State are the focus of a new data journalism project involving Newhouse School students working in partnership with reporters from the USA Today Network and Central Current. The first two stories from the "Driving Force" investigative series were published last week on The NewsHouse, the result of exhaustive reporting that be  more
Delta CEO Ed Bastian, '79, to Speak at SBU's Graduation
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, Feb. 23 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: * * * Fr. Kevin Mullen to be Honored * * * Delta Air Lines CEO Ed Bastian, '79, will be the keynote speaker at St. Bonaventure University's 164th Commencement Exercises on May 12 in Reilly Center Arena. Fr. Kevin Mullen, O.F.M., will receive an honorary doctorate at the ceremony. The former Siena College president (2007-2014) was, since 2014, the provincial minister of Holy Name Province unti  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: GOP Chaos in Congress Mirrors Chaos on the Campaign Trail
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Reporting from the Detroit News and New York Times confirms just how chaotic and flailing the Republican campaign operation really is. After giving the Michigan state GOP party hundreds of thousands of dollars, the NRCC is now panicking and accusing the party of mismanaging their funds on lavish speakers and conferences instead of supporting candidates. In their letter (https://www.detroit  more
Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: Reminder - Marc Molinaro Played a "Pivotal Role" In Electing Extremist Speaker Mike Johnson
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release on Feb. 22, 2024: As Marc Molinaro has his campaign coffers padded today by extremist Speaker Mike Johnson during his visit to Broome County, the DCCC is reminding voters with a video that the vulnerable New York Republican has consistently caved to his dangerous, far-right party bosses in DC. Johnson is also fundraising for fellow MAGA extremist Brandon Williams today as well. Molinaro, wh  more
Democratic Governors Association: RGA Chair Snubs Trump As Feud Continues
WASHINGTON, Feb. 24 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following news: The Republican Governors Association's feud with Donald Trump continued this week as new RGA Chair Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee refused to endorse former President Donald Trump in the GOP primary, saying "I have an obligation to not engage in the primary," according to Politico. This comes as the New York Times recently reported that "Trump's political team...has told people it plans to not work with the Republic  more
Deportation threat worsens Latinos' anxiety, mental health
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A hostile national environment that threatens Latino noncitizens with deportation is associated with psychological distress among not only Latino noncitizens but also Latino U.S. citizens who aren't directly vulnerable to deportation, a Cornell-led research group found. "When people who look like you appear to be targeted, either by the government or others in your community, that is distressing," said Neil Lewis Jr. '1  more
DGA Launches "Power to Appoint," A New Fund to Highlight Importance of Electing Dem Govs Who Can Appoint Judges
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- The Democratic Governors Association issued the following news: The DGA is launching Power to Appoint - a new dedicated, no-overhead fund with a mission to uplift an important power almost every governor in America has - appointing judges. Click here (https://democraticgovernors.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=e0a77214c2a313d4071eedc22&id=2cd08d18a0&e=0dcac263c7) to watch a new video from the DGA on how the Power to Appoint fund will work. Sitting governors have made   more
Duane Morris Welcomes Real Estate Partner Patrick J. Smith in New York
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- Duane Morris, a law firm, issued the following news release: Patrick Smith has joined Duane Morris LLP as a partner in the firm's Real Estate Practice Group in its New York office. Prior to joining Duane Morris, Smith was senior vice president, chief litigation and regulatory counsel and chief compliance officer at Outfront Media Inc. "Duane Morris continues to attract talented lateral partners in strategically important practices and regions, and Pat adds to the power of   more
Environmental Crises, Development, and Sustainability Highlight Buffalo State University's 2024 Southeast Asia Week
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 23 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release: Buffalo State University is honored to welcome a group of international scholars who will draw attention to the multi-pronged challenges of environmental crises and sustainability amid continuing global economic development during the 13th annual Southeast Asia Week March 18-21. Mark Frank, Ph.D., assistant professor of history at Fulbright University Vietnam, will present this year's international guest  more
Faculty Needed to Serve as First Year Seminar Lead Instructors
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: One of the key factors in creating a sense of belonging among students is positive relationships with faculty. Research shows that students who feel a connection to their professors are more likely to view their institution as a welcoming place, which in turn has a positive impact on retention. At Syracuse, the First Year Seminar (FYS) 101 was launched in 2021 to help incoming students create meaningful and rewarding  more
Falk College School of Social Work Presents Social Justice Awards March 19
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 23 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: In commemoration of National Social Work Month in March, the School of Social Work in Falk College will present its annual Dan and Mary Lou Rubenstein Social Justice Awards program from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, March 19, in 200 White Hall. This year's program, called "Sankofa: Honoring the Past and Embracing the Future," honors Jose Miguel Hernandez Hurtado, founder and artistic director of La Joven Guardia del Teatro  more
Falk College Sport Analytics Students Advance to National Championship in Dallas
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 20 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Four students from the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics' sport analytics program will travel to Dallas, Texas, Feb. 21-22 to compete in the AXS National Collegiate Sports Analytics Championship and defend Syracuse's national title. Seniors Collin Kneiss, Nicholas Kamimoto, Tyler Bolebruch and Marissa Schneider will represent Syracuse University at the event, which is hosted by the NBA's Dallas Mavericks at th  more
Former Federal Prosecutor Garen Marshall Joins McGuireWoods' Government Investigations Team
RICHMOND, Virginia, Feb. 21 -- McGuireWoods, a law firm, issued the following news release: McGuireWoods continues the expansion of its nationally recognized Government Investigations & White Collar Litigation Department with the arrival of former federal prosecutor and U.S. Navy special forces combat veteran Garen S. Marshall, who joins the firm as counsel. He splits his time between the firm's offices in Charlotte, North Carolina, and New York City. Marshall advises organizations and individ  more
Four early-career faculty win 2024 Sloan Research awards
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Assistant professors Anna Y.Q. Ho, Chao-Ming Jian, Rene Kizilcec and Karan Mehta are among 126 early-career researchers who have won 2024 Sloan Research Fellowships from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation. Ho is in the Department of Astronomy, in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S); Jian is in the Department of Physics (A&S); Kizilcec is in the Department of Information Science, in the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Co  more
Fox News Channel Names Chanley Painter Overnight Anchor
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release: FOX News Channel (FNC) has signed Court TV's Chanley Painter as an overnight anchor. She will begin her role on February 26th. Since 2019, Painter has served as a legal correspondent and field anchor for Court TV. In this capacity, she covered the high-profile trials of Bryan Kohberger, Johnny Depp v. Amber Heard, Alex Murdaugh, Harvey Weinstein, and the death of George Floyd. In 2021 she was award  more
Fox News Channel's Bret Baier to Interview Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy in Ukraine on Thursday, February 22nd
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: FOX News Channel's (FNC) chief political anchor and executive editor of Special Report Bret Baier will present an exclusive interview with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Thursday, February 22nd at 6 PM/ET from Ukraine. Airing on Special Report, the interview will mark the first time Zelenskyy has been interviewed at the frontlines of combat since the war started on Febru  more
Fox News Channel's Ingraham Angle Town Hall With Former President Trump Delivers Over 3.2 Million Viewers on Tuesday, February 20
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: FOX News Channel's (FNC) town hall last night in Greenville, South Carolina moderated by The Ingraham Angle's Laura Ingraham featuring former President Donald Trump was the highest-rated cable news telecast of the night in both total viewers and the 25-54 demo, according to early Nielsen Media Research ratings. Airing from 7-8PM/ET, last night's town hall averaged over 3.2 million vi  more
Fox News Media to Present Live Coverage of 2024 South Carolina Primary
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: FOX News Media (FNM) will provide extensive live analysis and reporting ahead of the South Carolina primary beginning on Thursday, February 22nd and leading up to special coverage the day of the primary on Saturday, February 24th. Co-anchored by FOX News Channel's (FNC) Bret Baier and Martha MacCallum, special coverage of the South Carolina primary will begin at 7 PM/ET on FNC this   more
Freshmen win top prize at digital ag hackathon
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Six first-year students from the Colleges of Arts & Sciences and Engineering and the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science came away with top honors for their agricultural innovation idea to address India's pollution problem during the Digital Agriculture Hackathon Feb. 16-18. "The Freshmen," as they cleverly named themselves, entered the hackathon knowing they wanted to find a solution to a  more
Generating, Analyzing, Interpreting Data: Office of Institutional Research and Assessment
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: The University's Office of Institutional Research and Assessment was recently created through a merger of the Office of Institutional Research and the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment. Syracuse University's Office of Institutional Research and Assessment (OIRA) was recently created through a merger of the Office of Institutional Research and the Office of Institutional Effectiveness and Assessment  more
Genesee Community College Recognized Among the Fulbright Program's 2023-2024 Top Producing Institutions of U.S. Scholars
BATAVIA, New York, Feb. 22 (TNSres) -- Genesee Community College issued the following news release: Genesee Community College was honored by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs for its distinction as one of the leading institutions with a significant representation of faculty and administrators chosen for the prestigious Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program. Institutions like Genesee Community College, recognized as Fulbright Top Producing Institutions, actively   more
George Gershwin's first musical rediscovered after nearly a century
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Feb. 19 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: First available recordings of previously lost songs from 'La, La, Lucille' Aquila Sol performing "Somehow It Seldom Comes True" Original publication of "Tee-Oodle-Um-Bum-Bo" from La, La, Lucille (New York: T.B. Harms & Francis, Day & Hunter, 1919, plate 5780-4) While poring over the Samuel French Collection at Amherst College last summer, University of Michigan researcher Jacob Kerzner discovered a box labe  more
Glenn Ligon: material to be played with
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Glenn Ligon is an artist who has pursued an incisive exploration of American history, literature, and society across bodies of work that build critically on the legacies of modern painting and conceptual art. As the spring 2024 guest speaker for the John A. Cooper Visiting Artist Lecture Series at AAP, Ligon will give a public artist talk on March 5. The series was created with a gift from alumnus John A. Cooper (B.F.A.   more
GlobalFoundries and Biden-Harris Administration Announce CHIPS and Science Act Funding for Essential Chip Manufacturing
MALTA, New York, Feb. 20 -- GlobalFoundries, a manufacturer of semiconductors, issued the following news release on Feb. 19, 2024: MALTA, N.Y. and ESSEX JUNCTION, VT, -- The U.S. Department of Commerce today announced $1.5 billion in planned direct funding for GlobalFoundries (Nasdaq: GFS) (GF) as part of the U.S. CHIPS and Science Act. This investment will enable GF to expand and create new manufacturing capacity and capabilities to securely produce more essential chips for automotive, IoT, ae  more
Goldman Sachs Conference Call Dates to Announce 2024 Quarterly and Full Year Earnings Results
NEW YORK, Feb. 16 (TNSres) -- Goldman Sachs Group, an investment banking, securities and investment management firm, issued the following news release: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) plans to host conference calls and announce its quarterly financial results on the following dates: * First quarter 2024 - Monday, April 15, 2024 * Second quarter 2024 - Monday, July 15, 2024 * Third quarter 2024 - Tuesday, October 15, 2024 * Fourth quarter 2024 - Thursday, January 16, 2025 Our finan  more
Goshen College: New York Times Correspondent and Elkhart Native to Speak About New Book on U.S. First Ladies on March 6
GOSHEN, Indiana, Feb. 23 -- Goshen College issued the following news on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Book release event: "American Woman: The Transformation of the Modern First Lady, from Hillary Clinton to Jill Biden," by Katie Rogers, a White House correspondent for The New York Times Date and time: Wednesday, March 6 at 7 p.m. Location: Goshen College Music Center's Rieth Recital Hall Cost: Free and open to the public Katie Rogers, a White House correspondent for The New York Times and an Elkha  more
Greenberg Traurig Mexico Represents BBB Foods in Its NYSE IPO
MEXICO CITY, Mexico, Feb. 23 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig's Mexico City office represented BBB Foods, Inc. in its initial public offering (IPO) on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) for US$589 million. BBB Foods, Inc.'s market debut is the first IPO by a Mexico-based company since 2017 and the first Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC)-registered IPO by a Mexico-based company in 10 years. BBB Foods Inc.  more
Greenberg Traurig Wins 4 Americas & Global Markets M&A Atlas Awards
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP was awarded "Americas M&A Law Firm of the Year" and Shareholder Ari Newman was honored as a "Rising Star Dealmaker" by the Global M&A Network. The awards were presented at the 15th Annual Americas & Global Markets M&A Atlas Awards held Jan. 30 at the Metropolitan Club. * * * Two transactions closed by Greenberg Traurig were also named "Deals of the Year": * U.S.A. Pri  more
Hartwick College Appoints Two New Institutional Advancement
ONEONTA, New York, Feb. 22 -- Hartwick College issued the following news: "Hartwick is thrilled to have the leadership and incredible experience that both Rita and Stacey bring to advancement and higher education," said James Kellerhouse, vice president for institutional advancement & external affairs. "They are extraordinary professionals committed to making a difference for our students and will make an impact on Hartwick College." Dibble brings 25 years of fundraising experience to her new   more
Healthcare's Next Frontier: Cornell Tech's HealthNext Summit Brings AI, Business, and Nonprofit Leaders Together at the Intersection of Tech and Healthcare
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 (TNSres) -- Cornell Tech issued the following news: Healthcare is in the midst of a quiet revolution. Health Tech, the application of emerging technologies to medicine, promises to touch every aspect of the health system, from diagnostics and care to hospital administration, patient advocacy, and even health equity. In recent years, the fast-growing sector of Artificial Intelligence has accelerated Health Tech's already-high rate of change, generating unprecedented business an  more
HGTV Experts Find Buyers and Superfans Dream Properties in Their Own Hometowns in House Hunters
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * All Stars Premiering Thursday, March 21, at 8 and 8:30 P.M. ET/PT * * * HGTV's House Hunters, a ratings powerhouse that continues to attract more than 36 million viewers each quarter and is a top 10 cable program every night of the week, will get a new spin when some of the network's top real estate experts help prospective buyers find dream properties in their own h  more
Holland & Knight Advises Greenalia in Securing $200M of 3 Year Credit Facilities for Renewable Energy Projects
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: Holland & Knight advised Greenalia S.A., a leading Spanish developer of renewable power projects, in securing $200 million of three-year credit facilities to support the development of its solar and wind projects in the United States, including the buildout of its 1.9 gigawatt (GW) Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) renewables pipeline. The transaction was announced on February 19. Nomura Securit  more
Hudson Valley Community College to Host Apprenticeship Roundtable for Employers
TROY, New York, Feb. 20 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following news release: Hudson Valley Community College will host "Apprenticeships, SUNY Training Funds and You: An Employer Roundtable," on Friday, March 1, from 8:30 - 11 a.m. in the Bulmer Telecommunications Center. The event, hosted by the college's Office of Community, Professional and Workforce Development, aims to bring together Capital Region business owners who are interested in learning more about the state Departm  more
Hudson Valley Community College: President Ramsammy's Statement on U.S. CHIPS and Science Act Funding for GlobalFoundries
TROY, New York, Feb. 21 -- Hudson Valley Community College issued the following statement on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * In response to the GlobalFoundries and Biden-Harris Administration Announce CHIPS and Science Act Funding for Essential Chip Manufacturing announcement, President Ramsammy shares the following statements highlighting the college's on-going partnership with GlobalFoundries. As an institution committed to training the Capital Region's workforce, Hudson Valley Community College is pr  more
iHeartMedia Names Latest 'On The Verge' Artist - Spotlights Selena Gomez's New Single
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: iHeartMedia recently celebrated new music and artists with World Premiere debuts, the latest 'On The Verge' artist and Artist Spotlights. In April, iHeartMedia named The Warning as its newest 'On The Verge' Rock artist with the band's new song "S!CK." iHeartMedia's 'On The Verge' program helps build awareness for up-and-coming artists through its radio airplay reach and historically, all 'On The Verge' artists have charted in  more
IHeartMedia's Ruby Studio, DraftKings and KLUTCH Sports Group Debut Basketball Culture Podcast 'Point Game With John Wall and C.J. Toledano'
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: Ruby, iHeartMedia's branded studio dedicated to crafting meaningful, impactful and culturally relevant stories with partners, today teamed up with DraftKings and KLUTCH Sports Group to debut the new podcast "Point Game with John Wall and C.J. Toledano." The weekly podcast will give an insider's look at the league and the culture surrounding it. The series will launch today, February 21, 2024, and run for 16 wee  more
ILR School's March 13 Konvitz Lecture features Rwandan leader
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Freddy Mutanguha will deliver the ILR School's annual Konvitz Lecture, "Thirty Years Out of Genocide: Lessons on Conflict Resolution and Peace Building in Rwanda," at 4:30 p.m. March 13 in 105 Ives Hall. The public is invited to attend in person or online. Now the CEO of the Aegis Trust and director of the Kigali Genocide Memorial, Mutanguha works to prevent genocide and mass atrocities through peace and humanity edu  more
In their own words: Students from Ghana on the first snow of winter
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Isaac Lamptey Nii Lantei, a biochemistry, molecular and cell biology PhD student from Accra, Ghana: "It was a cozy Sunday afternoon. Being international PhD students, we wanted to walk around and enjoy the snowy campus while refreshing our minds. We met people on the hill skiing and made some friends. "The first time I saw snow was last winter, but it was the first for Samuel. Samuel was jumping. I guess [it could be s  more
Infor Named to Constellation ShortListTM in 6 Product Categories
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- Infor, an enterprise software provider, issued the following news release on Feb. 22, 2024: Infor today announced it was named to the Constellation ShortList(TM) for six product categories in Q1 2024. The technology vendors and service providers included in this program deliver critical transformation initiative requirements for early adopters and fast-follower organizations. Infor solutions have been evaluated and chosen for Constellation ShortListTM for Q1 2024in six pro  more
J-School Alum Wins 2024 George Polk Award for National Reporting With ProPublica Colleagues
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- Columbia University's Columbia Journalism School issued the following news: Alex Mierjeski, '17 M.S. Data Journalism, shares the National Reporting award with other staff members at ProPublica. A Columbia Journalism alum has won a 2024 George Polk Award for his work on a series about the questionable ethics of U.S. Supreme Court justices. Alex Mierjeski, '17 M.S. Data Journalism, shares the National Reporting award with other staff members at ProPublica. He has been worki  more
Joachims, Myers receive prestigious named professorships
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Thorsten Joachims and Andrew Myers, two faculty members from the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science, have each received prestigious named professorships in honor of past university luminaries. Joachims, professor of computer science and information science and Cornell Bowers CIS's inaugural associate dean for research, has been named Jacob Gould Schurman Professor of computer science and   more
Joe Comprix and Willie Reddic Named Associate Deans at Whitman School
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 18 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: The Whitman School of Management announced the appointment of two new associate deans, effective Feb. 1. Professor Joe Comprix has been named associate dean for faculty affairs and Professor Willie Reddic has been named associate dean for business education. Joe Comprix In the role of associate dean for faculty affairs, Comprix will provide leadership of faculty issues and efforts, including faculty development and   more
Joseph Landau Named New Fordham Law Dean
BRONX, New York, Feb. 23 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news: Joseph "Joe" Landau--the new Dean of Fordham Law School--says he didn't grow up dreaming of becoming a lawyer. "I loved math, but I also loved debate and everyone said I would go into law," he recalled. "I wasn't so sure." After graduating with highest honors at Duke University, he pursued journalism and worked as the assistant managing editor at The New Republic, where he wrote an article about same-sex se  more
Ky. PSC Issues Order Involving Big Rivers Electric
FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Feb. 23 -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 2023-00310) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * In the Matter of: Electronic 2023 Integrated Resource Plan Of Big Rivers Electric Corporation ORDER On February 5, 2024, Kentuckians for the Commonwealth and Kentucky Resources Council (collectively, Joint Intervenors) moved the Commission to admit pro hac vice Thomas Cmar, an attorney whose office is in Ohio; Mychal Ozaeta, an attorney whose office   more
LaGuardia Community College Welcomes New Class of Internationally Trained Nurses for NCLEX-RN ELL Program
LONG ISLAND CITY, New York, Feb. 24 -- LaGuardia Community College issued the following news: LaGuardia Community College/CUNY and the New York City Department of Small Business Services (SBS) celebrate the start of SBS's 2024 National Council Licensure Examination for Registered Nurses (NCLEX-RN) for English Language Learners (ELL) Training Program. The program helps internationally trained nurses with the essential skills and knowledge needed to successfully pass the NCLEX-RN exam, obtain nur  more
Le Moyne College: Funding From Onondaga County Expands ERIE21 to Onondaga & LaFayette School Districts
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 23 -- Le Moyne College issued the following news release: Le Moyne College's ERIE21 program is entering a new phase as the Onondaga Central and LaFayette Central School Districts will now participate in the program, thanks to $250,000 in funding from Onondaga County. Students from the two school districts will begin work in ERIE21's Lock 1 and Lock 2 starting in spring 2024. "Since it was launched in 2018, ERIE21 has focused on providing transformative learning experie  more
Lennon chases down literary thrills in new series
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: For writer J. Robert Lennon, the plot was hatched on a walk with his wife. He'd been enjoying the work of literary writers who had recently turned to crime fiction - Colson Whitehead, Dan Chaon, his friend Adam O'Fallon Price, MFA '14 - and he realized he was a little jealous of them. After all, Lennon has been an avid reader of the genre his whole life. And, as readers of his eclectic oeuvre know, he loves a literary e  more
Let's Meditate celebrates 10 years of campus mindfulness
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: The stresses brought on by lectures, exams, papers and the unknown future can clutter up one's mind. "Overthinking and the overwhelmed feeling about my responsibilities lead me to crawl into social media and all other unhealthy habits, such as oversleeping or depression," said Parsa Khayatzadeh, a doctoral student in systems engineering. "Meditation has helped me in a way that allows me to disconnect from all the stress  more
Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. Selects KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. for Full-Service Journal Production
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, Feb. 21 -- Mary Ann Liebert Inc. issued the following news release: Global media company Mary Ann Liebert, Inc. has selected KnowledgeWorks Global Ltd. (KGL) to deliver full-scale production management, copyediting, and composition for its journal program using KGL Smart Suitea. KGL's proprietary Smart Publish production workflow ensures that manuscripts submitted to Mary Ann Liebert, Inc.'s portfolio of journals will achieve best-in-class editorial and typographic quali  more
Mary Ann Liebert: Advances and Future Development of Automated Insulin Delivery Systems
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, Feb. 23 (TNSres) -- Mary Ann Liebert Inc. issued the following news release: A special 13-article supplement to the peer-reviewed journal Diabetes Technology & Therapeutics (DTT) examines the "Development and Future of Automated Insulin Delivery (AID) Systems. Click here (https://email.liebertpub.com/c/14317dZMjaBVrq5tn1Jn4P3jyx) to read the supplement now. Included in the supplement is the article titled "A Peek Under the Hood: Explaining the MiniMed(TM) 780G Algorithm  more
Mary Ann Liebert: Complement System Response to AAV Vector Gene Therapy
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, Feb. 23 -- Mary Ann Liebert Inc. issued the following news release: Recent clinical trials utilizing high doses of adeno-associated virus (AAV) vectors have highlighted a new challenge to AAV gene transfer - activation of the complement system. A new article in the peer-reviewed journal Human Gene Therapy describes how a convergence of AAV-specific, environmental, and patient-specific factors shaping complement responses likely contribute to differential outcomes seen in  more
Mayor Adams, NYC Health + Hospitals Announce Free Tax Prep Services for New Yorkers
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Health + Hospitals today announced free, in-person, and virtual tax preparation services for New Yorkers as part of the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection's (DCWP) NYC Free Tax Prep initiative (https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/consumers/file-your-taxes.page). In partnership with BronxWorks, Grow Brooklyn, Urban Upbound, and Code fo  more
Media Tip Sheet: Leaked Documents Show Chinese International Hacking Efforts
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 -- George Washington University issued the following news: More than 570 files were leaked from a private Chinese hacking firm last week. The files, images, and chat logs contain seemingly credible contracts to extradite foreign data from various countries. According to the New York Times, the Chinese government has turned to private hacking companies to hack and obtain information from foreign governments and to create campaigns to control its domestic population.  Facult  more
Media Tip Sheet: More Wall Street Firms Are Reneging on Climate Change Pledges
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 -- George Washington University issued the following news: Some of the world's largest financial firms have spent years pledging to fight climate change; but now, many of those same institutions are reneging on those promises. According to the New York Times financial giants like JPMorgan, State Street and Pimco have all pulled out of a group called Climate Action 100+, an international coalition of money managers that was pushing big companies to address climate issues. An   more
Media Tip Sheet: Pakistan's Election and Public Military View Altered
WASHINGTON, Feb. 23 -- George Washington University issued the following news: 2024 is a year of big elections worldwide. The recent Pakistan election has created different outcome for their military than expected. The New York Times reports, "Pakistanis once thought of the military as the iron hand controlling the country's politics. That illusion has been broken, creating one of the establishment's biggest crises yet... The country's military is accused of rigging vote counts in this month's   more
Men of Color Initiative: A Brotherhood That Lifts Up, Supports Its Members
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 20 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: "Each One, Teach One." This powerful African proverb emphasizes how, after someone learns to read or write, they have an obligation and a responsibility to pass that knowledge on to someone else, thus spreading wisdom and education throughout their city or town. Employing the same principles of uplifting and educating one's community, the Men of Color Initiative (MCI) began in 2020 with four Syracuse University stud  more
MLK lecture: Encourage democracy, fight suppression
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 21 -- Cornell University issued the following news: After watching her parents cry at the television news report of Martin Luther King Jr.'s assassination on April 4, 1968, Kimberle Crenshaw '81 attended a memorial service where she - a third grade girl - was moved to speak. She encouraged those around her to keep fighting for King's dream and pick up where he left off. "I cannot say what forced me to my feet that day at Jerusalem Baptist Church," said Crenshaw, a pionee  more
MORGAN LEWIS ADVISES KME SE ON DE-SPAC AGREEMENT FOR CUNOVA'S SPECIAL PRODUCT BUSINESS
WASHINGTON, Feb. 21 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: Morgan Lewis is advising KME SE on its business combination agreement relating to the special product business of Cunova GmbH, in which KME currently holds an indirect stake of 45%. The agreement was signed between, among others, KME, The Paragon Fund III GmbH & Co. geschlossene Investment KG (Paragon), and SDCL EDGE Acquisition Corporation (SEDA), a publicly traded special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC) lis  more
N.Y. A.G. James Calls for Urgent Action to Protect Children From Harmful Effects of Asthma and Allergy Drug Singulair
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 (TNSres) -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: New York Attorney General Letitia James called on the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) (https://ag.ny.gov/sites/default/files/letters/fda-letter-re-singulair.pdf) to take urgent action to address the potential dangers of the asthma and allergy drug montekulast, known by the brand name Singulair. Singulair has been linked to harmful behavioral and mental health issues among children wh  more
N.Y. A.G. James Condemns Nassau County Executive Blakeman's Order Banning Transgender Athletes From County Facilities
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * New York Attorney General Letitia James today issued the following statement in response to Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman's announcement of an executive order prohibiting transgender athletes from competing at county-run athletic facilities: "This executive order is transphobic and deeply dangerous. "In New York, we have laws that protect our beautifully diverse commun  more
N.Y. A.G. James Wins Trial Against NRA and Wayne LaPierre
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2024: New York Attorney General Letitia James today announced that the jury in her case against the National Rifle Association (NRA) and three current and former senior leaders has found the defendants liable for violating the law. The jury found that Executive Vice President Wayne LaPierre and former Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer (CFO) Wilson "Woody" Phillips were liable for finan  more
N.Y. A.G. James' Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Death of Manuel Beras Medina
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office of Special Investigation (OSI) today released its report on the death of Manuel Kelvin Beras Medina, who died on November 18, 2022 in an encounter with law enforcement in Inwood, Manhattan, New York County. Following a thorough investigation, which involved witness interviews, review of crime scene evidence, and comprehensive l  more
N.Y. A.G. James's Office of Special Investigation Opens Investigation Into Civilian Death in Suffolk County
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: The New York Attorney General's Office of Special Investigation (OSI) has opened an investigation into the death of Taiquell Woodson, who died on February 17, 2024 following an encounter with members of the Suffolk County Police Department (SCPD) in Bay Shore, Suffolk County. At approximately 9:10 a.m. on February 17, SCPD officers responded to reports of a domestic violence inciden  more
N.Y. Environmental Conservation Department, N.Y. County District Attorney's Office Announce Conviction of Rockland County Man for Felony Illegal Commercialization of Ivory
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release on Feb. 22, 2024: The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and New York County District Attorney's (DA) Office today announced the conviction of a Rockland County man for felony illegal commercialization of elephant ivory worth approximately $70,000, concluding a joint investigation that first began in 2020. On Feb. 8, defendant Kenneth Kerner, 59,   more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces $60M Restore New York Program Will Launch Applications Tomorrow
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that applications for the next $60 million round of the Restore New York grant program will open tomorrow, February 22, 2024. The program, which is administered by Empire State Development, supports municipalities' efforts to demolish, rehabilitate and restore blighted structures and transform them into vibrant residential, commercial and mixed-us  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Announces Significant Growth of New York's Agricultural Education, FFA Programs
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: During National FFA Week, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced significant growth in New York State's agriculture education and FFA Programs. Since 2016, the number of agricultural teachers has grown to 412 in 2023, a more than 75 percent increase from 2016. In addition, New York's FFA chapters and membership continue to grow, with 36 new FFA chapters created since 2022 and 89 since 2016, making for   more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Awards $1.8M in Grants for 26 Projects in Hudson River Communities
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced grant awards totaling more than $1.8 million for 26 projects to help communities along the Hudson River Estuary improve water quality, enhance environmental education and advance stewardship of natural resources. The grants complement the Governor's comprehensive plan to protect communities from the impacts of climate change by investing in resili  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Celebrates GlobalFoundries' $11.6B Investment to Expand Semiconductor Manufacturing Plant in Saratoga County
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Feb. 19, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Saratoga County-based GlobalFoundries will invest more than $11.6 billion over the next 10 years to expand its existing Fab 8 semiconductor manufacturing site in New York's Capital Region. The transformative investment will allow the company to immediately expand its existing facility and then build a new, 358,000 square-foot semiconductor ma  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Establishes Hazel Dukes Fellowship
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 20 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Feb. 18, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the State University of New York Black Leadership Institute will establish the Dr. Hazel Dukes Fellowship, naming one exceptional individual from each cohort in honor of Dr. Hazel Dukes, President of the NAACP New York State Conference and former member of the SUNY Board of Trustees. Governor Hochul also announced that the next SUNY portrait compe  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Highlights FY2025 Budget Investments in the Finger Lakes
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted FY 2025 Budget investments in the Finger Lakes region during a visit to Monroe Community College in Rochester. The Governor announced $50 million in one-time Federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families funding to support locally driven anti-poverty initiatives throughout the state, including $25 million for Rochester; the creation of the One  more
N.Y. Gov. Hochul Releases New York State Cybersecurity Grant Plan
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2024: Governor Kathy Hochul today released the New York State Cybersecurity Grant Plan, which details a whole-of-state approach to reduce cyber risk and build cyber resiliency in local governments statewide. Through the utilization of nearly $6 million in funding through the federal State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program, this grant program will expand access to cybersecurity informati  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Establishing Comment Deadline Involving N.Y. State Electric & Gas, Rochester Gas & Electric
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice establishing comment deadline (Case No. 23-G-0437) on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * In the Matter of a Review of the Long-Term Gas System Plan of New York State Electric & Gas Corporation and Rochester Gas and Electric Corporation. NOTICE ESTABLISHING COMMENT DEADLINE In its Order Adopting Gas System Planning Process, issued May 12, 2022, in Case 20-G-0131, the Public Service Commission (Commission)   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Notice of Determination of Significance Involving DTC Cable
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice of determination of significance (Case No. 23-V-0683) on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * Petition of DTC Cable, Inc. for a Certificate of Confirmation for its Franchise with the Town of Sanford, Broome County. NOTICE OF DETERMINATION OF SIGNIFICANCE NEGATIVE DECLARATION NOTICE is hereby given that an Environmental Impact Statement will not be prepared in connection with a proposed action by the Commiss  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Soliciting Comments on Requirements of Utility Thermal Energy Network & Jobs Act
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice soliciting comments (Case No. 22-M-0429) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Proceeding on Motion of the Commission to Implement the Requirements of the Utility Thermal Energy Network and Jobs Act. NOTICE SOLICITING COMMENTS On February 20, 2024, Department of Public Service staff filed the Staff Proposal for Initial Utility Thermal Energy Network Rules (Staff Proposal) in this proceeding. The Staff Pro  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving Adhan Piping
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 24-G-0004) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Adhan Piping Company, 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 ADOPTING TERMS OF CONSENT ORDER AGREEMENT BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODU  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Adopting Terms of Consent Order Agreement Involving EIC Associates
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order adopting terms of consent order agreement (Case No. 24-G-0005; 24-G-0006) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against EIC Associates, 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. In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against EIC Associates, I  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Approving Compliance Filing Involving Trelina Solar Energy Center
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order approving compliance filing (Case No. 19-F-0366) on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * Application of Trelina Solar Energy Center, LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 to Develop, Construct and Operate a Solar Generating Facility with a Maximum Generating Capability of 80 MW in the Town of Waterloo, Seneca County. ORDER APPROVING COMPLIANCE FILINGS 54,   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Approving Renewal Involving Cablevision Systems Long Island
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order approving renewal (Case No. 23-V-0718) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Petition of Cablevision Systems Long Island Corporation for Approval of the Renewal of its Franchise with the City of Long Beach, Nassau County. ORDER APPROVING RENEWAL BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION By petition filed on December 11, 2023, Cablevision Systems Long Island Corporation d/b/a Altice USA d/b/a Optimum submitted an a  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Approving Renewal Involving Spectrum Northeast Franchise With Town of Ballston, Saratoga County
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order approving renewal (Case No. 23-V-0671) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Petition of Spectrum Northeast, LLC for Approval of the Renewal of its Franchise with the Town of Ballston, Saratoga County. ORDER APPROVING RENEWAL BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION By petition filed on November 10, 2023, Spectrum Northeast, LLC d/b/a Charter Communications, Inc. submitted an application for approval of the renew  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Approving Renewal Involving Spectrum Northeast Franchise With Town of Milton, Saratoga County
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order approving renewal (Case No. 23-V-0664) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Petition of Spectrum Northeast, LLC for Approval of the Renewal of its Franchise with the Town of Milton, Saratoga County. ORDER APPROVING RENEWAL BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION By petition filed on November 7, 2023, Spectrum Northeast, LLC d/b/a Charter Communications, Inc. submitted an application for approval of the renewal   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Approving Renewal Involving Suffolk Cable of Shelter Island
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order approving renewal (Case No. 23-V-0679) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Petition of Suffolk Cable of Shelter Island, Inc. for Approval of the Renewal of its Franchise with the Village of Dering Harbor, Suffolk County. ORDER APPROVING RENEWAL BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION By petition filed on November 16, 2023, and supplemented on November 17, 2023, Suffolk Cable of Shelter Island, Inc. d/b/a Altic  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Approving Tariff Amendments Involving National Grid
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order approving tariff amendments (Case No. 23-E-060) on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * Tariff Filing by Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation d/b/a National Grid to Modify Its Electricity Tariff Schedule, P.S.C. No 220, to Update Its Renewable Energy Market Program. ORDER APPROVING TARIFF AMENDMENTS ON A PERMANENT BASIS BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On October 19, 2023, Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation, d/b/  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Authorizing Submetering Involving 111 Willoughby Owner
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order authorizing submetering (Case No. 22-E-0647) on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * Petition of 111 Willoughby Owner LLC to Submeter Electricity at 107-111 Willoughby Street, Brooklyn, Located in the Territory of Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. ORDER AUTHORIZING SUBMETERING BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION By petition filed on November 15, 2022 (Petition), 111 Willoughby Owner LLC (Owner) req  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Authorizing Submetering Involving Surf Avenue L/Cal
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order authorizing submetering (Case No. 23-E-0107) on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * Notice of Intent of Surf Avenue L/Cal LLC to Submeter Electricity at 2925 West 16th and 2940 West 15th Street, Brooklyn, Located in the Territory of Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. ORDER AUTHORIZING SUBMETERING BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION By notice of intent filed on February 28, 2023 (Notice of Intent),   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving BP Irrigation & Design
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0010) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against BP Irrigation and Design 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 19,   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Center Moriches Paving Seal Coating & Masonry
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0013) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Center Moriches Paving Seal Coating & Masonry 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:   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Fairfield Properties Group
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0016) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Fairfield Properties Group 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. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On Jul  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Integrity Masonry Concrete Associates
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0008) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Integrity Masonry Concrete Associates, 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: BACKG  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving McCarey Landscaping
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0014) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against McCarey Landscaping, Inc. 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 July 27, 2023, while i  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving New Line Construction
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0012) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against New Line Construction 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 June 6, 2023  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving RA Landscaping
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0011) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against RA Landscaping 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 March 10, 2023, whi  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Stasi General Contracting
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0015) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Stasi General Contracting 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. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On June  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Staygreen Landscaping
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0009) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Staygreen Landscaping for Alleged Violations of 16 NYCRR Part 753 - Protection of Underground Facilities, in the Service Territory of The Brooklyn Union Gas Company d/b/a National Grid NY. ORDER DETERMINING PENALTY AND DIRECTING PAYMENT BY THE COMMISSION: BACKGROUND On July 11  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Determining Penalty Involving Westside Professional Landscape
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order determining penalty (Case No. 24-G-0007) on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * In the Matter of an Enforcement Proceeding Against Westside Professional Landscape, 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 Octobe  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Granting Waiver of Individual Metering Requirements Involving Logan Fountain Owner
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order granting waiver of individual metering requirements (Case No. 23-E-0403) on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * Petition of Logan Fountain Owner LLC for a Waiver of the Individual Metering Requirements of 16 NYCRR Part 96 for the Shelter Units Located at 8 Fountain Street, Brooklyn, Located in the Territory of Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc. ORDER GRANTING WAIVER OF INDIVIDUAL METERING REQUIREM  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order Involving N.Y. Power Authority, National Grid
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 21-T-0340) on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * Application of New York Power Authority and Niagara Mohawk Power Corporation d/b/a National Grid for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need for the Rebuild of Approximately 100 Linear Miles of Existing 230 kV to Either 230 kV or 345 kV along with Associated Substation Upgrades Along the Existing NYPA Moses-Willis 1&2, Willis-Pat  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Order to Revoke Eligibility Involving Astral Energy
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order to revoke eligibility (Case No. 23-M-0554) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Proceeding on Motion of the Commission to Seek Consequences against Astral Energy LLC for Violations of the Uniform Business Practices. ORDER TO REVOKE ELIGIBILITY BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION This case concerns an energy services company's (ESCO) failure to comply with the Public Service Commission's (Commission) Orders   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on Evidence Involving Veolia Water N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling on evidence (Case No. 23-W-0111) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of Veolia Water New York, Inc. for Water Service. CORRECTED RULING ON EVIDENCE AND ESTABLISHING POST-HEARING BRIEFING SCHEDULE MICHAEL CLARKE and ASHLEY MORENO, Administrative Law Judges: An evidentiary hearing was held in this proceeding on Februar  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on Process Involving Homer Solar Energy Center
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling on process (Case No. 23-E-0412) on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * Petition of Homer Solar Energy Center, LLC, for a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity Pursuant to Section 68 of the Public Service Law and an Order Granting Lightened Regulation. RULING ON PROCESS ANTHONY BELSITO, Administrative Law Judge: Homer Solar Energy Center, LLC (Homer Solar) filed a petition for a Certificate of Pu  more
N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on Schedule Involving Orange & Rockland Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling on schedule (Cases No. 24-E-0060, 24-G-0061) on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. for Electric Service. Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. for Gas Service. RULING ON SCHEDULE ERIKA BERGEN,   more
N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling Postponing Hearing and Revising Procedural Schedule Involving National Grid N.Y., National Grid
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling postponing hearing and revising procedural schedule (Case Nos. 23-G-0225; 23-G-0226) on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of The Brooklyn Union Gas Company d/b/a National Grid NY for Gas Service. Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of KeySpan Gas East Corporation d/b/a   more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving 7 Companies
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 21 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * To: Keith J. Roland, Esq., 4 Tower Place, 2nd Floor, Albany, NY 12203, kroland@keithrolandlaw.com Re: Joint Petition of Lantelco, Inc., Barch Corporation, and Individual Shareholders Thereof; Empire Telephone Corporation and Empire Long Distance Corporation d/b/a Empire Access; Empire Video Service Corp., and Community Cable Corp.; and Endurance Parent, Inc., for Approval  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving API Energy
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * To: Roger Xia, API Energy, LLC, 130-30 31st Street, Suite 707, Flushing, NY, 11354, Roger@accordpowerinc.com Re: 2024 ESCO Annual Compliance Dear Roger Xia: 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 submitted has been r  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Armstrong Telephone
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * To: Jerry L. Weikle, Weikle & Co., 151 Spring Steet NW, Concord, NC 28025-4749, jweikle@windstream.net Re: Matter 23-02601 - Petition of Armstrong Telephone Company for Approval of an Interconnection Agreement with Level 3 Communications, LLC. Dear Jerry L. Weikle: The Department of Public Service (Department) has received the petition of Armstrong Telephone Company for  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Breezeline
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * To: Edira Kuka, 1301 K. Street N.W., Suite 500 East, Washington, DC 20005, 202-973-4287, edlirakuka@dwt.com RE: Matter 23-02704, Cogeco US Enterprise, LLC (d/b/a Breezeline) for Approval of Debt Financing Pursuant to Section 101 of the Public Service Law Dear Edira Kuka: We have received Cogeco US Enterprise, LLC's petition, dated December 21, 2023, seeking approval and  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Central Hudson Gas & Electric
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * To: Mr. Christopher Capone, President & CEO, Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp, 284 South Avenue, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601, ccapone@cenhud.com Re: Ongoing Community Distributed Generation Billing Concerns Dear Mr. Capone, Over the past year, the Department of Public Service (Department) has continued to field complaints against Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corporation (  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving ConEd
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * To: Mr. Timothy P. Cawley, Chairman and CEO, Consolidated Edison Company of NY, Inc., 4 Irving Place, New York, NY 10003, cawleyt@coned.com Re: Ongoing Community Distributed Generation Billing Concerns Dear Mr. Cawley, Over the past year, the Department of Public Service (Department) has continued to field complaints against Consolidated Edison Company of New York, Inc.  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving East Point Energy Center
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * To: William Boer, Senior Environmental Services Project Manager, NextEra Energy Resources, LLC, 700 Universe Blvd., June Beach, Florida 33048, William.Boer@nexteraenergy.com Re: Case 17-F-0599 - Application of East Point Energy Center, LLC, for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 of the Public Service Law for Construction of  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Global Capacity
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * To: Leetal Weiss, Morgan, Lewis and Bockius LLP, 1111 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W., Washington, DC 20004, leetal.weiss@morganlewis.com Re: Case 23-C-0732 - Petition of GC Pivotal LLC dba Global Capacity for Approval of a Pro Forma Change in Indirect Ownership. Dear Leetal Weiss: The Commission is in receipt of the above-captioned petition, filed on December 26, 2023, reque  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving N.Y. State Electric & Gas, Rochester Gas & Electric
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * To: Ms. Patricia Nilsen, President & CEO, New York State Electric & Gas Corp., Rochester Gas & Electric Corp., 89 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14649, Patricia.Nilsen@Avangrid.com Re: Ongoing Community Distributed Generation Billing Concerns Dear Ms. Nilsen, Over the past year, the Department of Public Service (Department) has continued to field complaints against New York  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving National Grid N.Y.
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * To: Mr. Rudy Wynter, President, National Grid New York, 2 Hanson Place, Brooklyn, NY 11217, Rudolph.Wynter@nationalgrid.com Re: Ongoing Community Distributed Generation Billing Concerns Dear Mr. Wynter, Over the past year, the Department of Public Service (Department) has continued to field complaints against National Grid New York regarding billing deficiencies for Com  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Orange & Rockland Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 22, 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 2022 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 Proposal ad  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Orange & Rockland Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 24 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 23, 2024: * * * To: Mr. Robert Sanchez, President & CEO, Orange & Rockland Utilities, Inc., One Blue Hill Plaza, 4th Fl., Pearl River, NY 10965, sanchezro@oru.com Re: Ongoing Community Distributed Generation Billing Concerns Dear Mr. Sanchez, Over the past year, the Department of Public Service (Department) has continued to field complaints against Orange & Rockland Utilities, Inc. (Or  more
N.Y. Public Service Department Issues Letter Involving Peconic River Energy Storage, Plus Power
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The New York Department of Public Service issued the following letter on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * To: Hon. Michelle L. Phillips, Secretary to the Commission, New York State Public Service Commission, Agency Building 3, Albany NY 12223-1350, E-mail: secretary@dps.ny.gov Re: Case 23-E-0058 - Petition of Peconic River Energy Storage, LLC and Plus Power, LLC for an Original Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity. Dear Secretary Phillips: On February 6, 2023, Pe  more
N.Y. State Power Authority: New York State to Collaborate With New York University on Digital Tool to Detect Issues in Large Power Transformers
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Feb. 23 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: The New York Power Authority (NYPA) is leading a study to validate a technique that could potentially help the utility industry digitally monitor transformers to better detect problems without taking the units out of service. The research, co-led by New York University Tandon School of Engineering (NYU Tandon) and supported by a nearly $190,000 grant from the New York State Energy Research a  more
National ACPA Honor Awarded to Robert Hradsky
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 20 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Robert Hradsky, Ed.D., vice president for student engagement in Student Experience, has been inducted into the American College Personnel Association (ACPA) - College Student Educators International Diamond Honoree Class of 2024. Hradsky will be among the group of 18 individuals recognized during the ACPA convention March 18-21 in Chicago, Illinois. As the leading comprehensive student affairs association, ACPA advan  more
National Latina/Latino Law Student Association 2024 Annual Conference to Be Held at Albany Law
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 (TNSres) -- Albany Law School issued the following news on Feb. 20, 2024: The National Latina/Latino Law Student Association (NLLSA) will host its 27th annual national conference at Albany Law School this year. The conference combines educational programming, networking opportunities, and a moot court competition and will be held from Thursday, March 14 to Saturday, March 16. NLLSA has been working to support Latina/Latino law students and attorneys since the late 9  more
Nationwide Cellular Outage: Expert Available for Interviews
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Countless Americans woke up today with no cellular service, and many are left wondering what caused this to happen. Below, one of our faculty experts offers insights into the situation. If you'd like to schedule an interview with him, please reach out to Vanessa Marquette, media relations specialist, at vrmarque@syr.edu. Lee McKnight is an associate professor in the iSchool at Syracuse University, faculty advisor to   more
Navigating the future of product development
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Keeping pace with the swift disruption of artificial intelligence (AI) and other trends in tech has proven to be a challenge across industries. Cornell Tech product and technology experts Keith Cowing and Josh Hartmann know firsthand how emerging technologies and attitude shifts can prompt radical changes in the world of product development. The Product and Tech Leadership Summit, which will take place this September a  more
New grants support student involvement in community projects
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 23 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Cornell faculty, staff and community partners are working together to address community needs -- and they're getting students involved with support from the latest round of Engaged Opportunity Grants. The seven projects that received winter funding from the Einhorn Center for Community Engagement showcase the variety of collaborations possible through community-engaged learning. There's Marine Stewardship in Cape Cod   more
New insight into old IBD drug could improve treatments
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 20 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Although it is one of the oldest medications used to treat patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) and an effective treatment for an associated arthritis condition called spondyloarthritis (SpA), sulfasalazine's mechanism of action has been unclear. Now researchers at the Jill Roberts Center for IBD and the Jill Roberts Institute for Research in IBD at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian have determin  more
New York City Mayor Adams Announces Two-Year Suspension for Professional Engineer Following Investigation Into December 2023 Bronx Building Collapse
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on Feb. 22, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and New York City Department of Buildings (DOB) Commissioner Jimmy Oddo today announced the signing of an agreement with professional engineer Richard Koenigsberg related to his negligence in inspecting and identifying structural elements of a building located at 1915 Billingsley Terrace, leading up to a partial collapse that occurred in December 2023 in the Morris Heig  more
New York City Mayor Adams' Statement on Supreme Court Decision on Rent Stabilization Laws
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following statement on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * New York City Mayor Eric Adams today released the following statement after the United States Supreme Court issued a decision on New York's rent stabilization laws: "We are pleased that the U.S. Supreme Court has denied the remaining petitions challenging New York's rent stabilization laws. "For 50 years, rent stabilization has kept rents affordable for millions of New Yorkers and their  more
New York City Mayor Adams, DDC, NYC Parks Break Ground on $92 Million Mary Cali Dalton Recreation Center on Staten Island
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on Feb. 23, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Department of Design and Construction (DDC) Commissioner Thomas Foley, and New York City Department of Parks and Recreation (NYC Parks) Commissioner Sue Donoghue today broke ground on the new $92 million Mary Cali Dalton Recreation Center in Tompkinsville, Staten Island. Today's groundbreaking marks the first groundbreaking for a recreation center on Sta  more
New York City Mayor Adams, NYC Health + Hospitals Announce Free Tax Prep Services For New Yorkers
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on Feb. 23, 2024: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and NYC Health + Hospitals today announced free, in-person, and virtual tax preparation services for New Yorkers as part of the New York City Department of Consumer and Worker Protection's (DCWP) NYC Free Tax Prep initiative (https://www.nyc.gov/site/dca/consumers/file-your-taxes.page). In partnership with BronxWorks, Grow Brooklyn, Urban Upbound, and Code for America's  more
Niagara University: College of Education Faculty and Staff Present Research at AILACTE Conference
NIAGARA, New York, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- Niagara University issued the following news: By Lisa McMahon Faculty and staff from Niagara University's College of Education presented their research at the annual conference of the Association of Independent Liberal Arts Colleges for Teacher Education, Feb. 15-16, 2024, in Denver, Colo. The conference theme was "Leading the Change and Fostering Collective Resilience: Independent Liberal Arts Institutions Shaping a Sustainable Future for Teacher Educati  more
NYC Health + Hospitals Announces More Than 1,100 Patients Served by Medical Respite, Which Offers Short-Term Housing and Access to Medical Care
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced that more than 1,100 patients participated in the medical respite program, which offers patients experiencing homelessness a place to stay for up to 90 days while accessing expanded medical services that are not available in shelter, as part of its Housing for Health initiative. Seventy five percent completed their medical respite stay, and nearly 300  more
NYC Health + Hospitals Releases New Episode of The Remedy, a Podcast From the Largest Safety Net Health System in the United States
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today released the third episode of its new podcast, The Remedy (https://www.nychealthandhospitals.org/the-remedy/), featuring leaders and health care providers from the nation's largest municipal health care system. Episode 4: Women's Health considers how New York City's public hospital system is expanding access to women's health care in a time when many women acro  more
NYC Health + Hospitals Wins Nine Awards for Its Commitment to High-Quality Palliative Care
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Feb. 22, 2024: NYC Health + Hospitals today announced it received nine awards from the Center to Advance Palliative Care for the health system's commitment to high-quality palliative care. As part of its 2023 Tipping Point Challenge national challenge for clinical training, the Center to Advance Palliative Care recognized NYC Health + Hospitals/Coler as one of 15 winners and NYC Health + Hospitals/McKinn  more
NYU's Jinyoung Park and SueYeon Chung Win Sloan Foundation Research Fellowships
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- New York University issued the following news release: Two New York University faculty have been awarded fellowships from the Alfred P. Sloan Foundation: SueYeon Chung, an assistant professor at the Center for Neural Science, and Jinyoung Park, an assistant professor at the Courant Institute for Mathematical Sciences. The fellowships recognize "exceptional U.S. and Canadian researchers whose creativity, innovation, and research accomplishments make them stand out   more
Patients with low income face hurdles in overcoming eating disorders
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Individuals with eating disorders who have low income are frequently misdiagnosed and lack adequate access to appropriate therapy, according to researchers from Weill Cornell Medicine and Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons. Their paper, published in the Cognitive Behaviour Therapist on Feb. 19, identified the barriers to care that come with having low income and offered guidelines on how ther  more
Patrick Sarch Re-Joins White & Case as a Partner in London
NEW YORK, Feb. 19 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice with the addition of Patrick Sarch as a partner in London. "We are delighted to welcome Patrick back to White & Case as we intensify our focus acting for major clients on their significant public M&A and public company work," said White & Case partner John Reiss, head of the Firm's Global M&A Practice. "Over the past   more
Paul Hastings Earned Victory for Petroleos De Venezuela in New York Court of Appeals
LOS ANGELES, California, Feb. 21 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul Hastings LLP earned a victory in the New York Court of Appeals on behalf of Petroleos de Venezuela (PDVSA), Venezuela's national oil company, when the court ruled that Venezuelan law rather than New York state law governs the validity of bonds issued by PDVSA. In Petroleos de Venezuela S.A. v. MUFG Union Bank, N.A, PDVSA sued in federal court to nullify the bonds, which had been issued by the Maduro-  more
Pillsbury: Sumitomo Corporation Equity Asia Participates in Fund Series A Funding Round for AILINK
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- Pillsbury, a law firm, issued the following news release: Pillsbury advised Sumitomo Corporation Equity Asia Limited (SCEA), the Asian private equity arm of Sumitomo Corporation, in participating in a Series A investment round for AILINK, a high-tech company focused on the construction of infrastructure and providing solutions in the field of industrial 5G private network. In addition to SCEA, Intel Capital, Shenzhen Angel FOF, TCL-CIC Capital, Puxin Capital, Singtel Innov  more
PolitiFact Workshop Returns to Jandoli Institute at SBU
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, Feb. 23 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: St. Bonaventure University students are once again working with PolitiFact Senior Correspondent Louis Jacobson and Jandoli Institute Executive Director Richard Lee to check facts and write articles for PolitiFact. Jacobson, who is based in Washington, spent three days on campus this week working with the students in person. "We are proud to welcome Lou back to the Jandoli School of Communicatio  more
Pratt Alumna Fosters Responsible Research and Information Literacy
BROOKLYN, New York, Feb. 21 -- Pratt Institute issued the following news: Susan Birnbaum Fisher, MSLIS '13, is a senior information architect and UX designer at a global digital and technology services company where she specializes in organizing knowledge within digital information spaces. Her work combines her love of art, archiving, and user experience design. She previously managed the photography production, web content, and archiving of a nonprofit. Fisher enrolled in the School of Infor  more
Renowned Computer Science Professor Quits MIT, Joins Faculty at Yeshiva University
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- Yeshiva University issued the following news: Dr. Mauricio Karchmer, an esteemed MIT computer science professor who resigned in December over the university's pervasive, unchecked antisemitism, has found a new home: Yeshiva University. Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman, president of Yeshiva University, welcomed Dr. Karchmer by placing this appointment in the context of recent events: "There are moments in time when history invites us to participate in its very unfolding," he said. "Thi  more
RIT Announces Transmedia Storytelling and Entertainment in Los Angeles Program
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 22 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: RIT undergraduate students across all majors are invited to participate in the Transmedia Storytelling and Entertainment in Los Angeles program, during the fall 2024 semester. This unique program, hosted by RIT Global, is one of a number of university programs being offered in Los Angeles centered on the entertainment industry. The program will allow students to spend a semester learning about   more
RIT Researchers Highlight the Changing Connectivity of the Amazon Rainforest to Global Climate
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 24 (TNSres) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: The Amazon rainforest is a unique region where climatologists have studied the effects of warming and deforestation for decades. With the global climate crisis becoming more evident, a new study is linking the Amazon to climate change around the rest of the world. Scholars at Rochester Institute of Technology have looked at the issue from a mathematical perspective and have reinforced   more
RIT Undergraduate Student Team Qualifies for First Nations High Power Rocket Launch
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 22 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: For the first time, Rochester Institute of Technology will be represented at the First Nations High Power Rocket Launch design competition taking place this April in Wisconsin. As one of only 24 U.S. collegiate teams qualifying for the event, six RIT undergraduate students are committed to building both a high-powered rocket for the challenge and a sense of community and pride. Competitions suc  more
Roberts Wesleyan University and Northeastern Seminary Unite Operations
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 22 -- Roberts Wesleyan College issued the following news: Roberts Wesleyan University and Northeastern Seminary have received approval by the New York State Board of Regents to combine the two institutions effective June 30, 2024. This collaborative alliance, authorized by the board of trustees in the university's Vision 2030 Strategic Plan, will streamline operations and governance to form a single institution that reflects a shared history and mission to provide comp  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Computer Engineering Faculty Member Joins National Initiative on Neuromorphic Computing
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 20 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Cory Merkel, assistant professor of computer engineering at Rochester Institute of Technology, will represent the university as one of five collegiate partners in the new Center of Neuromorphic Computing under Extreme Environments, also referred to as CONCRETE. Based at the University of Southern California, center partners will build neuromorphic computing devices and software that can be used  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Researcher Receives Naval Research Laboratory Grant to Develop More Sophisticated Sensor Array
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 20 (TNSres) -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Researchers at Rochester Institute of Technology are creating a novel sensor system based on the superior design and detection range found on harbor seal whiskers. Xudong Zheng, an associate professor in RIT's Kate Gleason College of Engineering, received a three-year, $746,000 award from the Naval Research Laboratory to build an autonomous underwater detection and tracking system with  more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Venture Creations Company Panacheeza Reports 500 Percent Sales Increase Since Launch
ROCHESTER, New York, Feb. 24 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Panacheeza, a plant-based Parmesan-style cheese startup company in RIT's Venture Creations incubator, has seemingly perfected a recipe for success. With skyrocketing sales, a significant increase in manufacturing, and a move to a larger production facility, Panacheeza has plans to graduate from the incubator this summer. RIT is also serving Panacheeza products in The Commons and is expecting ord  more
Rockefeller University: Cutting-Edge Methods Yield Surprising Insights Into Huntington's Disease
NEW YORK, Feb. 16 (TNSres) -- Rockefeller University issued the following news: Neurodegenerative diseases are among the most complex human ailments, their exact causes and mechanisms the subject of ongoing research and debate. When it comes to Huntington's disease, steadily accumulating evidence over the past 30 years has led to a model of molecular events that explains several key features of the disease, including why it has an earlier onset in some people and why it causes symptoms such as   more
Rockefeller University: Keeping Telomerase in Check
NEW YORK, Feb. 15 (TNSres) -- Rockefeller University issued the following news: The natural ends of chromosomes appear alarmingly like broken DNA, much as a snapped spaghetti strand is difficult to distinguish from its intact counterparts. Yet every cell in our bodies must have a way of differentiating between the two because the best way to protect the healthy end of a chromosome also happens to be the worst way to repair damaged DNA. Consider the enzyme telomerase, which is responsible for m  more
Rowan University: Attorney Nikitas Moustakas Sworn Into Board of Trustees
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, Feb. 21 -- Rowan University issued the following news: Nikitas "Nick" Moustakas became Rowan University's newest Board of Trustees member Feb. 14 following an appointment by Gov. Phil Murphy. A founding partner and the current managing partner of the law firm Moustakas Nelson LLC in Haddonfield, Moustakas is a member of the bar in New Jersey and New York who has long made service a personal and professional focus. A current member of the Board of Directors for the Inspi  more
Russian Invasion of Ukraine: Two Years Later
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 21 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: February 24, 2022 marked a pivotal moment in Ukraine's history as Russia launched a full-scale invasion. Since then, we've gained insights into the defensive and military dynamics of both Ukraine and Russia. We've also witnessed the unwavering courage of the Ukrainian people in their determination to prevail in this conflict. As we commemorate the two-year anniversary, Maxwell School professors Tetiana Hranchak and Ro  more
School of Education Announces Annual Atrocity Studies Lecture on 'Uyghur Genocide: The Ongoing Efforts for Accountability'
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 21 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: During the spring 2024 Atrocity Studies Annual Lecture, presented by the School of Education, a panel of experts from the Uyghur Human Rights Project and Uyghur American Association, as well as a survivor of the Chinese Communist Party's concentration camps, will discuss human rights abuses and crimes against humanity perpetrated against China's Uyghur minority population and the pursuit of accountability and justice.  more
Second interfaith dinner aims for friendship and joy
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: When Osama Awadalla '25 attended a pro-Palestinian rally in front of Day Hall on Oct. 25, he was curious about the Israel supporters gathered across Feeney Way. Awadalla, who is Muslim, joined a group of students in crossing the street and began a conversation - one that lasted three hours. The students introduced themselves, explained their backgrounds and attachments to the Israel-Hamas war, their thoughts about the   more
Senecas, St. Bonaventure Launch Committee to Strengthen Ties Between Nation, University
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, Feb. 24 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: Leaders of the Seneca Nation and the St. Bonaventure University community met this month for the first time since the two institutions agreed last fall to rekindle their relationship. "This is about polishing the chain of friendship," said Odie Porter, a Seneca Nation councilor, referring to a centuries-old metaphor about renewing relationships with Indigenous people. In October, the Seneca Nat  more
Siena College: NSF Grant for Curriculum Design Workshops
LOUDONVILLE, New York, Feb. 24 -- Siena College issued the following news: A Siena computer science professor has received a grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop and deliver a series of workshops on undergraduate computer science curriculum design. Jim Teresco, Ph.D. and his colleagues from around the country on the SIGCSE Committee on Computing Education in Liberal Arts Colleges have been awarded $49,843 for the workshops, organized around their new curriculum design wo  more
SJNY PRESENTS ACTOR ETHAN HAWKE AND AUTHOR TOMMY ORANGE FOR BROOKLYN VOICES SERIES
BROOKLYN, New York, Feb. 21 -- St. Joseph's University, New York, issued the following news release: St. Joseph's University, New York (SJNY), in partnership with Greenlight Bookstore, will host Tommy Orange, Pulitzer Prize-finalist and author of the breakout bestseller There There, to present his new novel Wandering Stars on Tuesday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. Actor and author Ethan Hawke will join Orange for a discussion, followed by a book signing. "We are thrilled to partner once again with Gree  more
Social Workers United Students Spread the Love on Valentine's Day
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Social Workers United students from Falk College celebrated Valentine's Day and Mardi Gras with residents from Brookdale Summerfield Senior Living in Syracuse. This was going to be a story about the Social Workers United student group from the Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics and how it once again organized an event to benefit the Syracuse community. And it still is. But if you dig deeper, this story is muc  more
Spring runway fashion show celebrates 40th on March 2
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Evening wear that says "indulgence." Pieces inspired by the value of friendships. Garments that offer commentary on disability and deformity. Tailored solutions for sports teams that practice in cold environments. These are just a few of the fashion statements undergraduate designers in the Cornell Fashion Collective will make in the group's 40th Spring Runway Show, to be held March 2 at 7 p.m. in Barton Hall. Doors   more
SRMT Environment Division Statement on Massena Green Hydrogen Facility
AKWESASNE, New York, Feb. 21 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following agency statement on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * The Environment Division of the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe has been keeping a close eye on the proposed Massena Green Hydrogen Facility since the summer of 2023. We are aware of the ongoing concerns regarding the environmental review process and pollution allegations. We want to assure the members of the Akwesasne community that w  more
St. Bonaventure Women's Rugby Team Honored With State Resolution for Winning National Title
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, Feb. 23 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: Three state legislators were on hand Thursday to present the St. Bonaventure University women's rugby team with the state resolution honoring them for winning the national championship in December. "Bonaventure may be small, but we are mighty," said Assemblyman Joe Giglio (R-Gowanda), who sent three children to SBU. "For us to do this is a privilege. The population centers in New York don't ofte  more
St. John's University: Nursing and Physician Assistant Students Tour St. Vincent Health Sciences Center
QUEENS, New York, Feb. 22 -- St. John's University issued the following news: A vibrant contingent of students from the Nursing and Physician Assistant (PA) programs within St. John's University's College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences were recent recipients of an exclusive, behind-the-scenes tour of the multimillion-dollar St. Vincent Health Sciences Center scheduled to open in the fall on the Queens, NY, campus. The tour was given on February 15 by the University's Department of Design and   more
Stony Brook Medicine Names New Stony Brook Southampton Hospital Chief Administrative Officer
STONY BROOK, New York, Feb. 22 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: Stony Brook Medicine (SBM) has named Emily Mastaler, MA, MBA, the new chief administrative officer (CAO) of Stony Brook Southampton Hospital (SBSH), effective May 20, 2024. Reporting to Carol Gomes, the CEO of Stony Brook University Hospital, Mastaler will be responsible for leading Stony Brook Southampton Hospital in its mission to provide high-quality healthcare throu  more
Student Leaders Dylan France '24 and Andi-Rose Oates '26 Becoming Agents of Change Who Amplify Black Voices (Podcast)
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 18 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Student leaders Dylan France and Andi-Rose Oates discuss what fueled their involvement as student leaders, how they hope to inspire other students to become agents of change and what their Black heritage and Black culture means to them. Syracuse University has a proud and storied tradition of honoring Black History Month through a series of engaging and thought-provoking student-run programs, events and discussions o  more
Students Invited to Help Build Beds for Children in Need
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 18 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: The Syracuse University Volunteer Organization (SUVO) will host an on-campus bed building event in collaboration with the nonprofit organization Sleep in Heavenly Peace (SHP). The event will take place on Friday, Feb. 23, from 1 to 4 p.m at SkyBarn on South Campus. These beds will be made for children in the greater Syracuse area who do not have a bed. This is the first time SHP has done a mobile bed build on the Uni  more
SUNY College of Optometry 2024 Innovator Award Winner Proposes Device to Manage Strabismus
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- The State University of New York College of Optometry issued the following news release: Zi Rui "Jerry" Li, '25, was selected as the recipient of the 9th Annual SUNY Optometry Student Innovator Award. The $5,000 award, sponsored by The Rick Bay Foundation, is designed to recognize and reward an original concept developed by an Optometry student or students that is impactful, viable and feasible in today's optometric practice. While the inaugural program was held at SUNY Opt  more
SUNY College of Optometry PhD Candidate Carol Lin, OD/MS Awarded NIH Grant
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- The State University of New York College of Optometry issued the following news release: SUNY College of Optometry proudly announces that Dr. Carol Lin, '20, R'22, has been awarded a four-year K08 Mentored Clinical Scientist Career Development Investigator Award, from the National Institute of Health (NIH). Dr. Lin's K08 research project focuses on understanding the cellular mechanisms by which myopia increases glaucoma susceptibility in the retina. K08 grants are highly c  more
SUNY Press Publishes a New Edition of Classic Work on African American Toasts, Predecessor of Rap
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 24 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: In August of 2022, an article in "Rolling Stone" accused guitarist Jeff Beck and actor Johnny Depp of stealing lyrics for a track on their album, "18," from a toast included in a 1974 book (Harvard University Press) and 1975 album (Rounder Records) edited and recorded by Bruce Jackson, SUNY Distinguished Professor and James Agee Professor of American Culture in the   more
SUNY-Fredonia: Swim Teams Recognized by CSCAA
FREDONIA, New York, Feb. 24 -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: The men's and women's swim teams at Fredonia State were recognized by the College Swimming and Diving Coaches Association of America (CSCAA) as Academic All America. These teams, representing a total of 18,716 student-athletes, were chosen based on their outstanding academic performance during the fall semester. In order to qualify for this prestigious recognition, teams had to exhibit ex  more
SUNY-Stony Brook: Expanding Federal Programs May Help to Increase the Behavioral Health Workforce
STONY BROOK, New York, Feb. 23 -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: The U.S. is facing a severe shortage of behavioral health providers --those who care for people with mental health or substance use issues. In recent years, demand for behavioral health treatment has grown, and this shortage is now dire. In a new paper published in the American Psychiatric Association's Psychiatric Services, Stony Brook University IDEA Fellow, Briana La  more
SUNY-Stony Brook: Nanoscale Engineers Receive $1.2 Million to Prevent Surface Pathogens
STONY BROOK, New York, Feb. 24 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: UT Battelle LLC, a management contractor for the U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Office of Science, has awarded $1.2 million to Stony Brook University researchers for a study to test surface pathogen prevention. The work is being conducted by Tadanori Koga, PhD, Associate Professor, and Maya Endoh, PhD, Research Professor, in the Department of Materials Scien  more
SUNY-Stony Brook: Snakes - An Evolutionary Winner
STONY BROOK, New York, Feb. 23 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York's Stony Brook University issued the following news release: * * * Study published in Science reveals a burst in serpentine form and function reshaped vertebrate diversity * * * A study of more than 60,000 museum specimens of snakes and lizards worldwide reveals that snakes stand out alone in the evolution of reptiles. The team of scientists, including Pascal Title, PhD, of Stony Brook University, discovered by way of  more
SUNY-Upstate Medical Campus: Local Teens Testing Pediatric Lyme Disease Vaccine
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 23 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: Upstate Medical University researcher Mark Miller and his family live in a wooded area where they like to hike with their dog--making them a prime target for ticks. Over the years, they have pulled about a dozen ticks off themselves, most of which tested positive through Upstate's Citizen Science Tick Testing program for carrying Lyme or other diseases. So, when Upstate  more
Surveillance surveys give clearer picture of COVID's spread
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 19 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Door-to-door surveillance surveys, which collect information from households or individuals in a specific geographical area, can often provide more precise estimates of how many people are infected with COVID-19 or have immunity to COVID-19 at any given point in time than relying on self-reporting and self-testing, a Cornell-led research group has found. Dr. Casey Cazer, DVM '16, Ph.D. '20, an assistant professor in the  more
Syracuse Stage Announces Youth Auditions For Lively Irish Musical 'Once'
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse Stage is seeking talented local youth actors to audition for the role of Ivanka in its upcoming production of "Once," directed by Melissa Crespo. Syracuse Stage is seeking local youth actors to audition for the role of Ivanka for its upcoming production of "Once." Auditioners should note that the production schedule for "Once" includes morning student matinees in addition to regularly scheduled matinee and   more
Syracuse University Honored With 2024 Senator Simon Spotlight Award for Campus Internationalization
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 19 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Peer mentors, who were honored at a reception in this photo, are part of an academic advising initiative to help international undergraduate students thrive. The initiative, developed by the Office of Academic and Career Advising/Office of Student Success in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S) and Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs, was recognized with a 2024 Senator Paul Simon Spotlight Award for Cam  more
Taft: Bilott Speaking at the Association for Practical, Professional Ethics' 2024 Conference
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Feb. 24 -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: Taft partner Rob Bilott will be the Luncheon Speaker tomorrow for the Association for Practical and Professional Ethics' 2024 Conference being held in Cincinnati, Ohio on Feb. 24. More information can be found here. Dubbed by The New York Times Magazine as "The Lawyer Who Became DuPont's Worst Nightmare" in an article published on Jan. 6, 2016, Bilott has represented a diverse array of clients, nationwide, who have  more
The Inclusive Excellence Podcast: What if success was measured by wellbeing?
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 23 -- Cornell University issued the following news: In this episode of the Inclusive Excellence Podcast, Erin Sember-Chase and Toral Patel are joined by Wai-Kwong Wong and Jasmine Jay, colleagues at Cornell's Faculty & Staff Assistance Program (FSAP). The pair explore the evolution of mental health in the workplace and discuss what the university might look like when wellbeing is prioritized and used as a standard to measure success. Wai-Kwong Wong and Jasmine Jay record  more
The New School's Vera List Center for Art and Politics Welcomes Five New Board Members and Names Two New Vice Chairs
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- The New School issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: Today the Vera List Center for Art and Politics at The New School announced the appointment of five new advisory board members: Daniel Altabef, Dr. Suzanne Kite, Louise Neri, Sadaf Padder, and Ellen Taubman. They join the center this spring for an exciting, recently announced roster of programs, screenings, convenings, and publications, closing out the center's current two-year research cycle Correction*. Th  more
The Real House Failures of New York: MAGA Mike Johnson Fundraises in NY As House GOP Vacations Instead of Securing Border and Supporting Our Allies
WASHINGTON, Feb. 22 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: Ahead of Speaker Johnson fundraising in New York during the House GOP's two-week vacation, DNC Rapid Response Director Alex Floyd released the following statement: "Between kissing the ring at Mar-a-Lago and fundraising in New York, MAGA Mike Johnson has a packed schedule for his two-week vacation putting politics and Donald Trump's campaign ahead of delivering for the American people. In case he needs   more
TIAA RetirePlus Surpasses 400,000 Individual Participant Accounts, $30 Billion in Assets
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- TIAA, a provider of financial services in the academic, research, medical, cultural and governmental fields, issued the following news release: TIAA RetirePlusOpens pdf(R) has recently grown to more than $30 billion in assets and over 400,000 individual participant accounts across nearly 500 institutional clients. This announcement comes just 24 months after RetirePlus surpassedOpens in a new window $10 billion in assets and only five months after growingOpens in a new wind  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Breaks Ground on Mary Cali Dalton Recreation Center
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of a ground breaking event for the Mary Cali Dalton Recreation Center: * * * Deputy Mayor Meera Joshi, Operations: All right. Good morning, everybody. Happy Friday. Welcome to a very important day for Staten Island, an important day for the city, and an important day for community building, it's the glue that keeps our city together. And I'd like to introduce our mayor, Eric Adams, whose first priority is maki  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Holds In-Person Media Availability
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of a media availability on Feb. 20, 2024: * * * Deputy Mayor Fabien Levy, Communications: Good morning, everybody. My name is Fabien Levy and I serve as deputy mayor for Communications for the City of New York. We hope everyone enjoyed the long weekend and appreciate you all joining us today for our weekly in person media availability. From keeping people safe on our streets and subways, to delivering good pay  more
Transcript: New York City Mayor Adams Hosts Reception Celebrating Lunar New Year
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of the Lunar New Year celebration on Feb. 22, 2024: * * * Commissioner of Small Business Services, Kevin Kim: Good evening, everyone. Happy Year of the Dragon. Too often, the AAPI community in New York City has gone unseen and unheard. But I am proud to be serving in an administration -- the Adams administration -- that not only sees and hears all of us, but warmly embraces the AAPI community as a community fil  more
UAlbany Launches the Institute for Social and Health Equity
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: By Erin Frick Last week, the University at Albany launched the Institute for Social and Health Equity (ISHE) -- a new research and training hub designed to harness UAlbany's existing strengths, together with community engagement, to address longstanding societal problems related to health disparities and inequity in the Capital Region and beyond. The Institute will provide a "home"  more
UAlbany Launches the Institute for Social and Health Equity
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: By Erin Frick Last week, the University at Albany launched the Institute for Social and Health Equity (ISHE) -- a new research and training hub designed to harness UAlbany's existing strengths, together with community engagement, to address longstanding societal problems related to health disparities and inequity in the Capital Region and beyond. The Institute will provide  more
UAlbany Partners With DeepHow on AI Training for Semiconductor Manufacturing
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 22 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: By Michael Parker The University at Albany's College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering (CNSE) is partnering with software developer DeepHow to adapt and deploy the company's next-generation artificial intelligence video training platform. DeepHow is a tool for mastering technician and engineering skills used in the operation of mission-critical facilities such as data cent  more
UAlbany Partners With DeepHow on AI Training for Semiconductor Manufacturing
ALBANY, New York, Feb. 23 -- The State University of New York's University at Albany issued the following news: By Michael Parker The University at Albany's College of Nanotechnology, Science, and Engineering (CNSE) is partnering with software developer DeepHow to adapt and deploy the company's next-generation artificial intelligence video training platform. DeepHow is a tool for mastering technician and engineering skills used in the operation of mission-critical facilities such as data cent  more
UB CMI Funds Eight Faculty-Industry Manufacturing R&D Projects
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 22 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: The University at Buffalo's Center of Excellence in Materials Informatics (CMI) has awarded eight manufacturing projects a total of $400,000 to support the development of new materials technologies during the 2023-24 fiscal year. CMI is one of 14 Centers of Excellence statewide funded by Empire State Development's Division of Science, Technology and Innovation (NYSTAR). The  more
UB Geography Professors Named AAG Fellows
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 21 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: * * * Jessie Poon and Ling Bian elected fellows of American Association of Geographers * * * Jessie Poon and Ling Bian, professors in the University at Buffalo Department of Geography, have been elected as fellows of the American Association of Geographers (AAG). Fellows are recognized for making significant contributions to advancing geography. No more than 0.2  more
UB Joins AI Alliance, a Global Group Promoting Safe Artificial Intelligence
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 22 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: The University at Buffalo has joined AI Alliance, a newly formed international community of organizations dedicated to promoting open, safe and responsible artificial intelligence. IBM and Meta - in collaboration with more than 50 members representing academia, startups, enterprises and scientific organizations - launched the initiative last December. AI Alliance announced   more
Union College: Out of This World - Astronomy Students Enjoy a Universe of Research Opportunities
SCHENECTADY, New York, Feb. 22 (TNSres) -- Union College issued the following news: It's not every day a person plays a role in discovering a planet. But several students, working with Francis Wilkin, a senior lecturer in the Department of Physics and Astronomy, have done just that. "We have two separate papers accepted for publication for co-discovering exoplanets, which are planets outside our solar system," said Wilkin. "One paper is about the discovery of three mini-Neptunes in the same s  more
United Way campaign raises $439K - and counting - for community
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 21 -- Cornell University issued the following news: The Cornell United Way President's Leadership Association recognized donors who have contributed $1,000 or more to Cornell's 2023 United Way campaign during a reception held Feb. 20 at Moakley House. Funds from the 102nd annual campaign will support local nonprofits and those in need in Tompkins County. President Martha E. Pollack; Michael Ramos, president and CEO of the United Way of Tompkins County; and other organize  more
University at Buffalo: New Study Suggests Target Steps Per Day for Reduced Risk of Heart Failure
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 22 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: The science is clear that movement is good for our bodies as we age. But just how much physical activity is beneficial for people over 60? A new study from the University at Buffalo provides an answer, and it's not 10,000 steps per day. In fact, the study -- published today in JAMA Cardiology -- of nearly 6,000 U.S. women aged 63-99 reports that, o  more
University at Buffalo: Statement From the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences Regarding Medical Resident Salaries
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 22 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following statement on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * "The Jacobs School supports salary increases and improvements to the educational and working conditions for our medical residents, and we will continue to advocate for these shared objectives, just as we have effectively done over the past several years," said Gregory S. Cherr, MD, senior associate dean for graduate medical education at the Jacobs School  more
University at Buffalo: Study - 'Hexaplex' Vaccine Aims to Boost Flu Protection
BUFFALO, New York, Feb. 24 (TNSres) -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) issued the following news release: * * * Tests show the recombinant vaccine outperforming existing vaccines in some areas * * * Recombinant protein vaccines, like the Novavax vaccine used to fight COVID-19, offer several advantages over conventional vaccines. They're easy to precisely produce. They're safe, and potentially more effective. And they could require smaller doses. Because of these tr  more
Updates to Online Approvals in the MySlice Travel and Expense Center
SYRACUSE, New York, Feb. 21 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Beginning this week, the University will migrate travel and expense approvals online through the travel and expense portal on MySlice. Paper-based approvals will be entirely phased out by the end of fiscal year 2024, along with paper-based submittal of expense reimbursement reports. The Comptroller's Office began the roll out of the online travel and expense portal during calendar year 2022, following campuswide trai  more
Vassar College Named Top Producer of Fulbright Students
POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, Feb. 15 (TNSres) -- Vassar College issued the following news release: The U.S. Department of State has recognized Vassar College for being one of the colleges and universities with the highest number of students selected for the Fulbright U.S. Student Program. Four students from Vassar were selected for Fulbright awards for academic year 2023-24. All of them will be teaching English abroad. They are: Malinda Marie Smith '23 in Taiwan; Chase Bradley Estes '22 in Germany;  more
WarnerMedia: Aquaman and the Lost Kingdom Begins Streaming on Max February 27
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Feb. 20, 2024: Warner Bros Pictures' AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM will make its streaming debut on Max next TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 27. About the film: Director James Wan and Aquaman himself, Jason Momoa--along with Patrick Wilson, Amber Heard, Yahya Abdul-Mateen II and Nicole Kidman--return in the sequel to the highest-grossing DC film of all time: AQUAMAN AND THE LOST KINGDOM. Having failed  more
WarnerMedia: Capital One's The Match -- Event Guide
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Feb. 22, 2024: TNT Sports' ninth installment of Capital One's The Match, the Sports Emmy-nominated premier live golf event series, will for the first time feature male and female golfers competing in a skins format: Four-time Major winner Rory McIlroy will face history-making 11-time LPGA winner Lexi Thompson, rising golf phenom Rose Zhang and 2023 Ryder Cup team member Max Homa in the 12-h  more
WarnerMedia: HBO Original Documentary a Revolution on Canvas Debuts March 5
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Feb. 22, 2024: The HBO Original documentary A REVOLUTION ON CANVAS, produced and directed by Sara Nodjoumi and Till Schauder ("When God Sleeps," "The Iran Job"), debuts WEDNESDAY, MARCH 5 (9:00-10:25 p.m. ET/PT) on HBO and will be available to stream on Max. In this political thriller and verite portrait documentary, Nodjoumi and Schauder dive into the mystery surrounding the disappearance   more
WarnerMedia: HBO Renews Original Drama Series True Detective for a Fifth Season
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release: HBO has renewed the critically acclaimed original drama series TRUE DETECTIVE for a fifth season. This season, 'True Detective: Night Country,' concluded February 18. Additionally, under a new multiyear overall deal with HBO, Issa Lopez will create content exclusive to HBO and Max, including the next season of "True Detective." Francesca Orsi, Executive Vice President, HBO Programming, Head   more
WarnerMedia: MotorTrend Programming Begins Streaming on Discovery+ and Max Today
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2024: Beginning today, 1,000 hours of MotorTrend's renowned automotive shows & car enthusiast programming will be added to discovery+ (U.S. and Canada) and Max (U.S.). Thousands of hours of additional MotorTrend content will be continually added to both discovery+ and Max through the end of March, at which time the MotorTrend+ subscription service will sunset. MotorTrend news, revi  more
WarnerMedia: NHL on TNT to Celebrate Hockey Day in America - Sunday, Feb. 25 - With Blockbuster Doubleheader - Lightning-Devils, Flyers-Penguins
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release: * * * Former Team USA Hockey Coach & NHL Veteran Tony Granato to Join Sunday Telecast, with Pregame Coverage Starting at 12:30 p.m. ET on TNT & Max's B/R Sports Add-On Wednesday Night (Feb. 21) Doubleheader on TNT & Max's B/R Sports Add-On to Feature Connor Bedard & Chicago Blackhawks Hosting Philadelphia Flyers & Travis Konecny at 7:30 p.m.; Connor McDavid & Edmonton Oilers to Battle Brad   more
WarnerMedia: Season Two of South Dakota-Based HGTV Series Down Home Fab Starring Chelsea and Cole DeBoer Premieres on HGTV Thursday, March 21
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Feb. 21, 2024: * * * WHAT: Down Home Fab WHERE/WHEN: Season two premieres Thursday, March 21, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV and will be available to stream the same day and time on Max(R). WHO: Husband-and-wife renovation duo Cole and Chelsea DeBoer will double down on the success of their growing renovation business in the sophomore season of the HGTV series Down Home Fab. The eight hour-lo  more
WarnerMedia: TCM Classic Film Festival Announces Return to the Newly Restored Egyptian Theatre
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release: In celebration of the 15th annual TCM Classic Film Festival in Hollywood, Turner Classic Movies will be bringing the Festival back to one of its original homes - the beautifully restored and beloved Egyptian Theatre. In partnership with the American Cinematheque and owned by Netflix, the Egyptian Theatre is able to screen digital cinema, 35mm film, 70mm, and nitrate prints. At this year's Fe  more
WarnerMedia: WONKA Begins Streaming Exclusively on Max March 8
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Feb. 23, 2024: Warner Bros Pictures' WONKA will make its streaming debut exclusively on Max FRIDAY, MARCH 8. About the film: From Paul King, writer/director of the "Paddington" films, David Heyman, producer of "Harry Potter," "Gravity," "Barbie" and "Paddington," and producers Alexandra Derbyshire (the "Paddington" films, "Jurassic World: Dominion") and Luke Kelly ("Roald Dahl's Matilda t  more
White & Case Advises Bank Syndicate on Refinancing of RENK Group's Existing Facilities and Bonds
NEW YORK, Feb. 24 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised a syndicate of 14 banks and financial institutions from Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific on the refinancing of Renk Group's existing facilities and existing bonds. RENK Group is a Germany-based global manufacturer of transmissions, engines, hybrid drive systems, vehicle suspension systems, plain bearings, couplings and testing systems. The White & Case team in  more
White & Case Advises CVC on Acquisition of Sogo
NEW YORK, Feb. 19 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised CVC Asia Pacific Ltd. (CVC) on the financing for CVC Funds' agreement to acquire 100 percent of the outstanding shares of Sogo Medical Group Co., Ltd. (Sogo), a Japanese pharmacy and hospital service operator, from Polaris Capital. CVC is a leading private equity and investment advisory firm with a network throughout Europe, Asia-Pacific and the US Sogo provides a c  more
White & Case Advises ITA Airways on Secured Note Financing
NEW YORK, Feb. 21 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Italia Trasporto Aereo S.p.A. (ITA Airways), wholly-owned by the Italian Ministry of Economy and Finance, on the issuance of secured notes due 2034 by its newly-established Irish special purpose vehicle to refinance the acquisition of an Airbus A330neo aircraft. The refinancing, which ensures the A330neo will be leased to ITA Airways, is significant for ITA Airways a  more
White & Case Advises Sixth Street on Financing for Thoma Bravo's Acquisition of Hypergene
NEW YORK, Feb. 23 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Sixth Street on the financing for Thoma Bravo's acquisition of Swedish Software as a Service (SaaS) company Hypergene. Sixth Street is a leading global investment firm with more than US$75 billion in assets under management and committed capital. Founded in 2000, Sweden-headquartered Hypergene is a SaaS company in the North European market for corporate performance   more
William B. Streett, former engineering dean, dies at 92
ITHACA, New York, Feb. 22 -- Cornell University issued the following news: William B. Streett, who was recognized for changing the culture of undergraduate studies as dean of Cornell Engineering, died Feb. 5 in Cincinnati. He was 92. Streett, a professor of chemical engineering whose groundbreaking experimental research helped quantify liquid-vapor equilibrium in gases, joined Cornell in 1981 and was named the Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering in 1985. As dean, he worked to improve undergradu  more
Winston & Strawn Strengthens Structured Finance Practice With Addition of Michelle Abad
NEW YORK, Feb. 22 -- Winston and Strawn LLP, a law firm, issued the following news release: Winston & Strawn LLP is pleased to announce that Michelle Abad has joined the firm's New York office as a partner in the Transactions Department and as a member of the firm's Structured Finance Practice. Michelle joins Winston after serving as senior counsel for Rocket Central, the centralized hub for the Rocket Companies fintech platform, where she advised on funding strategies for the development and   more
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