WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Administration for Community Living issued the following news: November is Native American Heritage Month, a time to recognize and celebrate the rich cultures, traditions, histories, and contributions of American Indians and Alaska Natives in the United States. Here at ACL, it's also a time to highlight our work to support tribal elders and people with disabilities living independently in tribal and indigenous communities a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: Naval Surface Warfare Center, Carderock Division recently concluded another successful Summer Faculty Research Program, hosting three distinguished professors who conducted navy-relevant research alongside the command's scientists and engineers. This year's program welcomed Dr. Sarah Wolff, an assistance professor in the Mechanical and Aerospace Department from The Ohio State University, Dr. Themistoklis Sapsis, a p  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following tip sheet on November 15, 2024: Here are excerpts: * * * 2024 Product Calendar The U.S. Census Bureau has posted anticipated release dates for each regular and recurring statistical product scheduled for release in 2024. These products are listed in the Census Bureau's online product calendar, which is updated as needed throughout the year. Civic Engagement and Volunteering Supplement The U.S. Census Bureau, in par  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management issued the following news release: John Day, OR The USDA Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will initiate an emergency wild horse gather in the Murderers Creek Joint Management Area (JMA) starting Monday, November 25, 2024. This critical operation is a direct response to the devastating effects of the Rail Ridge Fire, which burned more than 175,000 acres of habitat on federal and state land  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 26 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Labor issued the following weekly report entitled "Unemployment Insurance Weekly Claims" for week ending Nov. 16, 2024. Here are excerpts: * * * SEASONALLY ADJUSTED DATA In the week ending November 16, the advance figure for seasonally adjusted initial claims was 213,000, a decrease of 6,000 from the previous week's revised level. The previous week's level was revised up by 2,000 from 217,000 to 219,000. The 4-week moving average was 21  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following data brief (No. 518) in November 2024 entitled "Chronic Pain and High-impact Chronic Pain in U.S. Adults, 2023" under the National Center for Health Statistics. Here are key findings: * * * Data from the National Health Interview Survey * In 2023, 24.3% of adults had chronic pain, and 8.5% of adults had chronic pain that frequently limited life or   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25 -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news: Some marine mammal populations have rebounded in recent decades. But this conservation success story can also lead to conflicts with fisheries, harbors, and property owners. This includes dolphins, whales, seals, and sea lions eating fish from hooks and nets and damaging fishing gear and harbor infrastructure, which leads to economic losses. To learn more about how deterrent methods are being   more