ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The Prevent Cancer Foundation issued the following news: * * * 4 countries making strides in cancer prevention and early detection Cancer remains one of the most formidable health challenges worldwide, but the fight against it is gaining momentum thanks to innovative strategies and proactive measures being implemented around the world. From groundbreaking screening and vaccination programs to widespread public health campaigns, many countries are making remarka  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-ND Supports Education Freedom During National School Choice Week # Feb 4, 2025 by AFP Bismarck, ND -- This National School Choice Week, Americans for Prosperity-North Dakota (AFP-ND) is highlighting the need for education freedom in the Peace Garden State. AFP-ND advocates for the principle that education should not be a one-size-fits-all model that limits paren  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-PA on Gov. Shapiro's Budget Address: "A Plan to Make PA More Expensive" # Feb 4, 2025 by AFP Harrisburg, Pennsylvania-- Today, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his annual budget address to the General Assembly. Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) State Director Emily Greene issued the following statement: "Governor Shapiro talks a good g  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-PA Praises Senate Passage of RGGI Regulation Abrogation Act # Feb 4, 2025 by AFP Harrisburg, Pennsylvania --Today the Pennsylvania Senate passed S.B.186, the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) Regulation Abrogation Act. Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) praised the chamber and urged the House of Representatives to take up the legislation The   more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release: * * * Agreements better protect Tennessee's Duck River from increased water withdrawals NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- The Southern Environmental Law Center, representing the Tennessee Wildlife Federation, recently reached a settlement with the Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation that strengthens water withdrawal permits issued to Bedford County Util  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * Americans for Prosperity-North Dakota Announces 2025 "Pathway to Prosperity" Legislative Agenda # Feb 4, 2025 by AFP Bismarck, ND - Today, Americans for Prosperity-North Dakota (AFP-ND) announced its 2025 "Pathway to Prosperity" legislative agenda, as the state legislative session is set to begin on Tuesday, January 7. The grassroots organization dedicated to reigni  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Physical Therapy Association posted the following news: * * * APTA Board, Nominating Committee Recommendations Due March 10 Do you know an APTA member who would make an exceptional leader in the association? The APTA Nominating Committee is seeking recommendations for national office, including positions on the APTA Board of Directors and Nominating Committee. Positions open for election are APTA secretary, vice speaker of  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Physical Therapy Association posted the following news: * * * APTA Top Advocacy Priorities Established for 2025-26 As our health care system continues to evolve and adapt, so do APTA's public policy priorities. Coinciding with the new congressional session, APTA has released "APTA Public Policy Priorities, 2025-2026." This updated legislative and policy agenda reflects progress made in 2024, particularly on the Medicare Phys  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Brito: Writing a 'Cornerstone' to Army Profession Efforts to revitalize professional writing across the force are a "very important part of the fiber of our Army profession," the commanding general of Army Training and Doctrine Command said. "Professional writing may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of military readiness, but it's a cornerston  more

BOONE, North Carolina, Feb. 4 [Category: Sociological] -- Appalachian Voices posted the following news release: * * * Community invited to solar power ribbon-cutting and community event at Four Seasons YMCA in Tazewell February 4, 2025 February 20 event is free and open to the public and includes refreshments, tours of solar array, and discussion of how to spread solar power around the area TAZEWELL, Va. -- The Solar Workgroup of Southwest Virginia and Secure Solar Futures are hosting a r  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Electronic Products] -- The Consumer Technology Association posted the following news release: * * * CTA CEO Gary Shapiro Receives Knighthood in the Royal Order of Francis I Consumer Technology Association (CTA)(r) CEO and Vice Chair Gary Shapiro was honored yesterday with a Knighthood in the Royal Order of Francis I, recognizing his leadership in advancing technology and championing the innovations that are transforming our world. The Royal Order of F  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * From Blacksburg to Venice: International Archive of Women in Architecture celebrates 40 years of global impact What began 40 years ago as a bold initiative at Virginia Tech has grown into a global force for recognition and change. The International Archive of Women in Architecture (IAWA) preserves and amplifies the contributions of women architects, reclaiming voices long excluded from mainstream architectural na  more

HERNDON, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news: * * * Ground Monitoring Interrupters: A New Era Of Safety For RV Campgrounds The National Electrical Code (NEC) is constantly evolving to improve electrical safety. In 2026, a significant update impacting RV campgrounds will take effect: the requirement for Ground Monitoring Interrupters (GMI) on RVs. What are GMIs? Think of GMIs as advanced safety guards for your electrical connection. When an RV is plugged  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The International Bottled Water Association issued the following news release: * * * Micro- and nanoplastics Alexandria, VA - The bottled water industry is committed to providing consumers with the safest and highest quality healthy-hydration products. Micro- and nanoplastics are found everywhere in the environment - in the air, soil, and water. Bottled water is just one of thousands of food and beverage products (including soft drinks and juices) that are pack  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- Conservation International issued the following news release: * * * Introducing BC+: a trailblazing initiative to make thriving coastal blue carbon ecosystems a pillar of economic success Conservation International & The Nature Conservancy join forces to accelerate regenerative business models that support coastal conservation ARLINGTON, Va. (Feb. 4, 2025) - Today, The Nature Conservancy (TNC) and Conservation International announced a pioneering initiative to   more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: * * * January Chapter 11 Commercial Filings Increase 16 Percent Over Last Year Total Bankruptcy Filings Increase 13 Percent NEW YORK/ALEXANDRIA - Feb. 4, 2025 --There were 539 commercial chapter 11 filings recorded in January 2025, a 16 percent increase from the 465 commercial chapter 11s in January 2024, according to data provided by Epiq AACER, the leading provider of U.S. bankruptcy filing  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Feb. 3 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release: * * * MVP Resurrects Controversial Southgate Pipeline CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA - Today, Mountain Valley Pipeline (MVP) submitted an application to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to resurrect its nearly defunct MVP Southgate pipeline project. This latest proposal is another attempt to commit the South to methane gas, a dangerous fossil fuel that worsen  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The National Head Start Association issued the following news release: * * * Nearly 20,000 Children and Families Impacted by Delay in Accessing Federal Funds Washington, D.C.-Over the last week, a growing number of Head Start grant recipients have reported significant delays in accessing approved grant funding. While most recipients have not had major disruptions, a large number of recipients still continue to receive 'pending' or 'in process' messages when the  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Feb. 5 -- The National Medical Association issued the following news release: * * * NMA Statement on Serious Public Health Concerns - Black Physicians Express Concern Over Policy Changes Black Physicians Express Concern Over Policy Changes Statement attributable to: Virginia A. Caine, MD 125th President, National Medical Association The National Medical Association (NMA) stands firm in advocating for health care access for Black Americans. We have been consistent   more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * OPM Emails Federal Employees an Offer to Resign "Type the word 'Resign' into the 'Subject' line of the email. Hit 'Send.'" That was the directive to federal employees willing to accept a "deferred resignation" offer from hr@opm.gov titled "Fork in the Road," echoing Elon Musk's similar e-mail to Twitter employees when he took control of the company. A substantial num  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Patricia Wooten named HR division director for College of Agriculture and Life Sciences More stories from the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Patricia Wooten has been hired as division director of human resources for the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences. In her new role, Wooten will oversee a team of HR professionals and provide strategic HR leadership to both the academic and extension divisio  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Roger Ramirez-Barrios wins 2024 Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award More stories from the Virginia-Maryland College of Veterinary Medicine Roger Ramirez-Barrios, clinical associate professor of veterinary parasitology, has been awarded the 2024 Zoetis Distinguished Veterinary Teacher Award. The award recognizes faculty members demonstrating exceptional leadership, character, and teaching ability while  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, Feb. 4 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Secretarial Orders on Energy, Public Lands Threaten Wildlife, Water, Rural Communities, Taxpayers WASHINGTON, D.C. -- The secretarial orders issued by the Department of the Interior to "suspend, revise, or rescind" oil and gas reforms will threaten wildlife habitat and clean water, hurt rural communities, and reverse common-sense reforms that protect taxpayers. "  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Super Bowl experts: Fan fatigue, commercial expectations, Kendrick Lamar, and more For most people, the Super Bowl isn't just about the game. For many, the food, commercials, and entertainment take center stage. Ahead of the big game, Virginia Tech experts can speak on a variety of topics. To schedule an interview, email mediarelations@vt.edu. Despite the history on the line, fans may feel Chiefs, Taylor Swift f  more

HERNDON, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news: * * * Upcoming RV Technical Institute Courses For The Month Of February 2025 The RV Technical Institute's technician training program is a hands-on, competency-based program designed by Institute staff and subject matter experts from the supplier, manufacturer, dealer, and independent technician realms of the RV industry. It's the gold standard when it comes to RV technician training, providing the only indust  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Feb. 5 -- VCU Health, an academic medical center on the forefront of health care, providing patients with treatments and medical technology available, issued the following news release: * * * VCU Health hires new vice president to oversee risk management, regulatory affairs Elizabeth Mikula brings extensive experience in a variety of clinical and administrative leadership roles to the health system. After a national search, Elizabeth Mikula, MSN, RN, CPN, CPHQ, is joining  more

TAKOMA PARK, Maryland, Feb. 5 -- The Chesapeake Climate Action Network issued the following news release on Feb. 4, 2025: * * * Violation-Riddled MVP Developer Submits Request to Alter Southgate Pipeline CCAN highlight: "Mountain Valley Pipeline has spent decades trying to break and bend the rules to rush through unnecessary, dangerous methane gas pipelines that put communities and vulnerable ecosystems at risk," said Victoria Higgins, Virginia Director for Chesapeake Climate Action Network.  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Feb. 4 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Virginia Tech gains approval for new master's degree in data science to launch this fall More stories from the College of Engineering More stories from the College of Science More stories from Graduate Education Beginning in the fall, Virginia Tech will offer a Master of Science in data science. The State Council of Higher Education for Virginia (SCHEV) granted approval in early January for the new degree.   more