NORFOLK, Virginia, June 10 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * "It Saved My Life": The power of community health * At 38, Rico Hearns wasn't thinking much about his health. Born and raised in Charlottesville, Va. he'd always been relatively healthy and hadn't given much thought to things like blood pressure or cholesterol. That changed when he met the Community Health team at Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital. "When I first started talking with   more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * 'Hell on Wheels' Truck to Blast Dying Chickens' Cries Outside Oswego Eatery * Oswego, N.Y. - Diners on their way into The Press Box are in for an earful on Thursday when " Hell on Wheels "--PETA's life-size, hyperrealistic chicken transport truck covered with images of real chickens crammed into crates on their way to slaughter--will bombard them with actual   more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 10 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * 5 Days, 5 Ways: Winsome Earle-Sears Is Too Extreme for Virginia and Has Refused to Oppose Trump's Medicaid Cuts * # Sears has repeatedly refused to speak up against Trump's Medicaid cuts that threaten access to affordable healthcare for more than 200,000 Virginians VIRGINIA - Ahead of the June 17 primary in Virginia, the Democratic Party of Virginia is launching a new series to remind Vi  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-Kansas Statement on State Supreme Court Nominations * # Jun 10, 2025 by AFP TOPEKA, KS - Americans for Prosperity-Kansas (AFP-KS) urged voters to reject Kansas' system for selecting state Supreme Court justices today after an unelected commission selected two unfit judges and an attorney as candidates to replace Justice Evelyn Wilson on the high court. AFP-KS,  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-NH Applauds Governor Ayotte for Signing Universal EFAs into Law * # Jun 10, 2025 by AFP Manchester, New Hampshire - Today, following last week's passage of SB 295 in the New Hampshire House and Senate, Governor Ayotte signed this bill into law, giving every Granite State student access to the state's popular Education Freedom Accounts. AFP-NH Deputy State Dire  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * AFP-PA Urges Senate to Pass REINS Act * # Jun 10, 2025 by AFP Harrisburg, Pennsylvania --Today the Pennsylvania State Senate voted to pass the Regulations in Need of Scrutiny (REINS) Act. Americans for Prosperity-Pennsylvania (AFP-PA) issued a Key Vote Alert to members of the Pennsylvania Senate encouraging them to vote for the bill. The REINS Act would restore th  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 9 [Category: Aerospace] -- The Aerospace Industries Association posted the following news release: * * * AIA Applauds House Bill to Modernize Acquisition Process * Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning today applauded House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-WA) for their introduction of the SPEED Act, a bill that would transform the acquisition process for the Department of Defense.  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Bloodied Beagles, Sick Monkeys Found at U.S.-Sanctioned Lab in India: PETA Wants It Shut Down * Washington - Dogs were left lying in pools of blood at a huge contract laboratory in India that breeds and tests drugs, pesticides, and medical devices on animals for the highest bidder--sometimes for U.S. companies--and through a complaint lodged today, PETA deman  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, June 10 -- The Virginia Democratic Party posted the following news release: * * * BREAKING: Winsome Earle-Sears Took Money From Known Nazi Sympathizer and Cosplayer * # Sears donor said Nazi Germany "accomplished incredible things" and participated in SS reenactments VIRGINIA - New reporting from Forward details how Winsome Earle-Sears accepted money from a known Nazi sympathizer and "cosplayer", Richard Iott. Iott said Nazi Germany "accomplished incredible things" an  more

WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Capito Joins Bipartisan Bill to Improve Access to Eating Disorder Care for Seniors and People with Disabilities * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined Senators Maggie Hassan (D-N.H.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), and Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) in reintroducing the bipartisan Nutrition CARE Act. The legislation aims to improve access to care for seniors and pe  more

WASHINGTON, June 11 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following news release on June 10, 2025: * * * Chair Walberg Leads Letter Investigating Discrimination in Harvard Hiring Today, Education and Workforce Committee Chairman Tim Walberg (R-MI) along with Reps. Virginia Foxx (R-NC), Glenn Grothman (R-WI), Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Burgess Owens (R-UT), Mary Miller (R-IL), Bob Onder (R-MO), Ryan Mackenzie (R-PA), and Mark Messmer (  more

RESTON, Virginia, June 11 -- Comscore, a partner for planning, transacting and evaluating media across platforms, issued the following news release: * * * Comscore and Adelaide Expand Access to High-Quality, Attention-Optimized Curated Deals across PubMatic's platform New collaboration combines Comscore's trusted inventory rankings with Adelaide's attention metrics, enabling advertisers to drive higher engagement and maximize campaign impact * RESTON, VA - June 10, 2025--Comscore (NASDAQ: S  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Animals] -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * Controversial? The Nashville Sign Rejects Fireworks Safety Ad--Because It Came From PETA * Nashville - With the Let Freedom Sing! Music City July 4th fireworks display fast approaching, PETA hoped to place a lifesaving message on The Nashville Sign ahead of the event, reminding everyone that fireworks can be deadly for animals--until sign owner Blackbird Medi  more

WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Leads Legislation to Protect Idahoans from Payment Scams * Washington, D.C.-- Citing more than $63 million in reported losses in Idaho to payment scams in 2024, U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) and U.S. Senator Mark Warner (D-Virginia) introduced the bipartisan Task Force for Recognizing and Averting Payments Scams (TRAPS) Act, which would create a task force to combat the growing issue of paymen  more

FORT BELVOIR, Virginia, June 11 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Defense Contract Audit Agency issued the following news: * * * DCAA auditors partner with the U.S. Army Green Platoon DCAA Senior Auditor Tammy Wiseman and Financial Liaison Advisory (FLA) Kimberly Stanton recently delivered four initial training sessions for graduates of the U.S. Army Green Platoon Fellows Program. Their presentation introduced 37 first-year fellows to the elements of an adequate contractor proposal while al  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Donahue Speaks at AUSA Coffee Series * Gen. Christopher Donahue, commanding general of U.S. Army Europe and Africa, will speak June 25 as part of the Association of the U.S. Army's Coffee Series. The event will take place at AUSA headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. The event opens at 6:30 a.m. with registration, coffee and networking. The program is scheduled to be  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Southern Environmental Law Center posted the following news release: * * * Duke Energy's latest North Carolina gas plant proposal would drive up bills, pollution * CHAPEL HILL, N.C. -- Clean energy advocates urged the North Carolina Utilities Commission on Monday to deny Duke Energy's application to construct and operate a second large methane gas-fired power plant in Person County -- a project likely to burden North Caro  more

ROANOKE, Virginia, June 11 -- The Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * New study aims to improve treatment for pediatric brain cancer Fralin Biomedical Research Institute scientists focus on more precise drug delivery for cancer therapeutics. By John Pastor Virginia Tech researchers are developing more precise treatments for pediatric brain cancer using a new class of therapies that target cancer cells while sparing healthy tissue. With gr  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, June 11 -- George Mason University issued the following research news: * * * Virtual reality adds empathy to dementia care By Katie Pearce At a conference on aging two years ago, Li-Mei Chen slipped on a pair of virtual reality (VR) goggles and found herself inside the mind of a person with dementia. The simulation cast her as an older adult in the grips of delusion: frozen in fear at the end of a hallway, watching the floor disappear beneath rising water. "There was no   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 11 -- The Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Association issued the following news release on June 10, 2025: * * * Governor Lombardo Signs Nevada Bill to Help People with ALS and Kidney Disease Get Affordable Health Coverage The ALS Association-led bill expands access to affordable Medicare Supplement Insurance * CARSON CITY, NV (June 10, 2025) - The ALS Association is celebrating a big win for people living with serious illnesses in Nevada. Senate Bill 292 (SB 292) pas  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, June 9 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Hilton Garden Inn * Gen A Debuts in China, Accelerates Expansion with 19 New Signings * CHONGQING, China - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has announced the official opening of its first Hilton Garden Inn * Gen A hotels in multiple cities across China, including Chongqing, Sanya, and Harbin. Accelerating the brand's growth, the company also announced 19 new signings of the brand across Gre  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, June 11 -- Intelsat, a provider of satellite and terrestrial network and inflight connectivity, issued the following news: * * * Intelsat, 4iG Group Strengthen DTH Services in Hungary with New Agreement MCLEAN, Va. - Intelsat, operator of one of the world's largest integrated satellite and terrestrial networks, has announced a long-term renewal agreement with Hungaro Digitel Plc. (HDT), a member of 4iG Group and the subcontractor of the One Telecommunication (also part of th  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Jones: Caring for the 'Army's Home' is Critical Mission * Resiliency and efficiency are critical when it comes to managing the Army's installations, the commanding general of Army Installation Management Command said. Speaking during a recent Association of the U.S. Army Hot Topic titled, "Transforming Army Installations: Our Foundations of Warfighter Readiness and  more

MERRIFIELD, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Environment] -- The National Wildlife Federation posted the following news release: * * * Justice Department Public Lands Guidance Goes Against Public Opinion * WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A Justice Department opinion arguing that the Antiquities Act allows presidents to shrink or eliminate national monuments goes against a century of conservation measures that protect wildlife and historic sites -- and runs contrary to the overwhelming, bipartisan public sup  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, June 11 -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release: * * * Mars unveils new agency ecosystem to power next generation of building iconic brands and experiences McLean, VA (June 10, 2025) - Mars, Incorporated today announced the outcome of its global agency review, unveiling a new industry-leading agency ecosystem powered by Publicis, along with Omnicom and IPG, designed to fuel a reimagined approach to bra  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, June 10 -- George Mason University issued the following campus news: * * * Mason Korea partners with Incheon City to advance K-content development Mason Korea recently hosted the inaugural iDesign Seminar: K-Content in collaboration with Incheon City. The event brought together academic, government, and industry leaders to explore strategies for strengthening Korea's cultural content sector. It was supported by Incheon Metropolitan City, Incheon Tourism Organization, Hanwha  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: BizMedia] -- PBS posted the following news release: * * * Meet the Newest Batch of Home Cooks Competing in Season 4 of THE GREAT AMERICAN RECIPE * Series Premieres Fridays, July 11 - August 15 on PBS and Streaming on PBS.org and the PBS app Join Host Alejandra Ramos and Judges Tiffany Derry, Tim Hollingsworth and Francis Lam with Special Guest Judge TODAY Co-Host Al Roker in Season Opener ARLINGTON, VA; June 10, 2025 - PBS today announced the eigh  more

HERNDON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * Mike Boyer: Involved In Industry Opportunities * As GE Appliances' Director of Product Management for RV Air Conditioners, Mike Boyer has a wealth of experience that he contributes to the RV industry. "I'm from Elkhart, IN, born and raised," Mike says. "And when you live in Elkhart, it's hard not to be involved in the industry." In fact, Mike was already involved in the R  more

WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Carol Miller, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Miller, Veasey, Graves, and Carter Reintroduce the Community Training, Education, and Access for Medical Students Act * WASHINGTON, D.C. \- Today, Congresswoman Carol Miller (R-WV), and Congressmen Marc Veasey (D-TX), Sam Graves (R-MO), and Troy Carter (D-LA), reintroduced the Community Training, Education, and Access for Medical Students (TEAMS) Act. The Community TEAMS Act creates a Health R  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * NASDA Congratulates Stephen Vaden on Confirmation as USDA Deputy Secretary The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture congratulates Stephen Vaden on his confirmation as the next Deputy Secretary of Agriculture. On behalf of state departments of agriculture, NASDA CEO Ted McKinney released the follow  more

RESTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release: * * * New PET Imaging Approach Provides Precise Mapping of Nasopharyngeal Cancer Biomarker * A novel immuno-PET/CT imaging technique has identified and validated a potent biomarker for nasopharyngeal cancer (NPC). The biomarker, CD70, is highly and constantly expressed in NPCs, and CD70-targeted immuno-PET/CT have proven effective in accurately detecting p  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 11 -- The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (formerly the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals) issued the following news release: * * * POOL & HOT TUB ALLIANCE ANNOUNCES REVISION OF APSP-6 RESIDENTIAL PORTABLE SPAS STANDARD; CALLS FOR CHANGE REQUESTS AND COMMITTEE PARTICIPATION (Alexandria, Va.) -- The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and spa industry, is pleased to announce the upcoming review and revision  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 9 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army posted the following news: * * * Poppas: Army Must Remain Ready in Unpredictable World * The predictability of conflict from the last couple of decades is over, replaced by a volatile security environment that could erupt anywhere at any moment, said Gen. Andrew Poppas, commanding general of Army Forces Command. There was a time after 9/11, he said, when leaders knew when and where they were going   more

RADFORD, Virginia, June 10 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Radford University receives $1.29 million grant to support low-income student success Radford University has been awarded a $1,299,570 grant from the Commonwealth of Virginia as part of the Pell Initiative for Virginia, a new statewide effort to help more students from low-income backgrounds attend college, stay enrolled and graduate. The grant is part of a $75 million investment approved by the General  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, June 11 -- Mars Inc., a manufacturer of snacks, food and pet care products and services issued the following news release: * * * RESPAWN by Razer levels up: Razer and Mars evolve their partnership with snack line for gamers Gaming and Snacking giants form joint venture to turn RESPAWN by Razer into the go-to snack brand for gamers worldwide * Irvine, Calif. (June 9, 2025) -- Razer, the world's leading lifestyle brand for gamers, and Mars, the global leader in snacking, tod  more

WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Rep. Robert C. Scott, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Scott Statement on Excessive Trump Administration Response in Los Angeles * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Bobby Scott (VA-03) issued the following statement: "The American people have a constitutional right to peacefully assemble, and I unequivocally condemn all violence and destruction of property. However, President Trump has inflamed the situation in California. Los Angeles Police Chief Ji  more

WASHINGTON, June 9 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Senior Congressional Intelligence & Defense Leaders Press DNI Gabbard Over Illegal Interference with Independence of the ICIG * WASHINGTON - Today, Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Defense Chris Coons (D-DE), Ranking Member of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Jim Himes (D  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, June 10 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Sentara simulates doctor's visit for service dogs * Head tilted and ears perked, a yellow labrador retriever named Maple looked curiously as a nurse ripped the velcro blood pressure cuff off Jon McIvor's arm. The two-year-old service dog and her handler, McIvor, who works with the Virginia Beach Fire Department, were taking part in a simulated doctor's visit at the Sentara Simulation C  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National Active and Retired Federal Employees Association issued the following news: * * * Social Security and WEP/GPO Update * On June 9, 2025, the Social Security Administration (SSA) issued updates regarding the Social Security Fairness Act and beneficiary records. These updates cover several important topics, including when beneficiaries can expect an increase in payments, how to handle Medicare premiums de  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, June 11 -- The American Academy of Physician Associates issued the following statement on June 10, 2025: * * * Statement from AAPA on Removal of CDC Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) Members American Academy of Physician Associates (AAPA) President and Chair of the Board of Directors Jason Prevelige, DMSc, MBA, PA-C, DFAAPA, issued the following statement in response to the dismissal of all 17 members of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (C  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 -- Conservation International issued the following news release on June 8, 2025: * * * STATEMENT: Conservation International CEO on French Polynesia's Historic New Marine Protected Area Conservation International today issued the following statement in support of President Moetai Brotherson's announcement at UNOC regarding new protections for French Polynesia's Marine Managed Area. The government plans to designate the entire 4.5 million square kilometer area as a  more

WASHINGTON, June 10 -- The National Republican Congressional Committee posted the following news: * * * The Hogg Rebellion puts Dems in political graveyard * It's been a busy couple of days for radical lunatic David Hogg and the Hogg Rebellion. He made his boss cry. Frustrations at the DNC have reached a " boiling point." Other party leaders are " fuming." One of his radical minions announced a primary challenge against Democrat Nikki Budzinski. And now he's sending in yet another one of h  more

BOONE, North Carolina, June 10 [Category: Sociological] -- Appalachian Voices posted the following news release: * * * Transco submits application for Southeast Supply Enhancement Project pipeline * June 10, 2025 CONTACT Molly Moore, molly@appvoices.org, (828) 278-4076 HAMPTON, Va. -- On Friday, June 6, the Virginia Marine Resources Commission posted Transcontinental Gas Pipe Line Company, LLC's Joint Permit Application for its proposed methane gas pipeline "Southeast Supply Enhanceme  more

WASHINGTON, June 9 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Common Cause posted the following news release: * * * Trump Administration Deploys Marines on California Citizens * Today, the Trump administration ordered 700 U.S. Marines to join the 2,000 unrequested, federally activated National Guard troops in Los Angeles in response to this weekend's protests over ICE's presence and mass deportation efforts. The aggressive posturing by this administration can only be interpreted as a blatant attempt to inflam  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, June 10 (TNSjou) -- University of Virginia Health issued the following news release: * * * Interactive Artificial Pancreas Better Controls Type 1 Diabetes Using Digital Twins, Study Finds New technology that allows a University of Virginia-developed artificial pancreas system to adapt to users' changing bodies - and lets users test changes to how the system operates - improved control of their type 1 diabetes, a study has found. The Adaptive Biobehavioral Control (  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, June 10 (TNSjou) -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * UVA's artificial pancreas uses 'digital twin' tech to improve diabetes control By Traci Hale New digital twin technology that allows a University of Virginia-developed artificial pancreas system to adapt to users' changing needs - and lets users adjust the settings - has been shown to improve Type 1 diabetes control, a study finds. Called "adaptive biobehavioral control," the   more

WASHINGTON, June 10 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * VIDEO: Capito Opening Statement at Hearing to Review NIH Budget Request * Click here or on the image above to watch Chairman Capito's opening remarks from the hearing. WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), Chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, Education, and Related Agencies (Labor-HHS), chaired a hear  more

HERNDON, Virginia, June 11 -- Volkswagen of America, an operating unit of Volkswagen Group of America, issued the following news release on June 10, 2025: * * * Volkswagen debuts creative campaign "Now anybody can drive like Somebody" for all-new 2025 Tiguan Reston, VA -- Volkswagen of America, Inc. today debuted a new national creative campaign that supports the launch of the all-new 2025 Tiguan. Aimed at challenging assumptions and flipping the script on who gets to enjoy the finer things i  more

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, June 11 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * 1693 Scholars: Researching the world to make it better Among those researching on campus this summer are scholars whose work not only seeks to understand the world better but to make it better in the process. By Ted Maris-Wolf During the academic year, 1693 Scholars orbit the program's Jamestown Road headquarters, Murray House, to discuss coursework, learn alongside lunchtime guests, and debate global probl  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 10 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release: * * * Woman Traumatized by False Arrest Sues US Marshals * PHOENIX-- A grandmother wrongly arrested by U.S. Marshals sued the United States government and federal agents over the harms she suffered and the violation of her constitutional rights. Her story of being mistaken for a criminal is frightening and should concern everyone. Penny McCarthy was working in her front yard l  more

WASHINGTON, June 10 [Category: Political] -- Americans for Tax Reform posted the following commentary: * * * Youngkin's Public-Sector Union Regulations Protect Worker Choice * In the state of Virginia, Governor Glenn Youngkin is leading the charge against union overreach. On behalf of the 570,000 state and local government employees within the Commonwealth, the Youngkin administration has recently proposed new regulations, protecting Virginians working for the government from unfair, corrupt  more