WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- The American Public Human Services Association (APHSA), Arlington, Virginia, a bipartisan organization representing state and local human services agencies, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy concerning the need for regulatory reform on artificial intelligence (AI). The letter addresses various ways in which AI could enhance program administration and service delivery, while also highlighting the existing challenges posed b  more

NEW YORK, Nov. 11 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * Big 12 Football on TNT this Saturday - West Virginia Mountaineers to Visit Arizona State Sun Devils at 1 p.m. ET * TNT Sports will continue its season-long coverage of Big 12 football with the West Virginia Mountaineers visiting the Arizona State Sun Devils on Saturday, Nov. 15, at 1 p.m. ET on TNT, truTV and HBO Max presented by Modelo. Extended, ho  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- Campaign for Accountability issued the following news release on Nov. 11, 2025: * * * Watchdog Files Bar Complaint Against Interim US Attorney Lindsey Halligan Today, Campaign for Accountability (CfA) filed a bar complaint asking the Florida Bar and the Virginia Bar to investigate Lindsey Halligan, a Florida-licensed attorney who Donald Trump designated as Interim United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Virginia. By using the power of her office to prosecute   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Capito Joins Cruz, Hyde-Smith in Introducing Bill to Restore Trust to the USPS * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.) joined Senators Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and Cindy Hyde-Smith (R-Miss.) in introducing the Upholding a Secure Postal System (USPS) Act, legislation to direct the U.S. Comptroller General to submit a report to Congress on nationwide mail theft trends   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Capito Votes to Reopen Government, Pass Three Appropriations Bills * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), a leader on the Senate Appropriations Committee and a member of Senate Republican Leadership, issued the below statement after voting for a final package that includes a clean continuing resolution until January 30, 2026 and three bipartisan, full-year ap  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- The Conservative Political Action Coalition Foundation Center for Regulatory Freedom (CRF), Alexandria, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Land Management (BLM) expressing support for the proposed rescission of the 2024 Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. The proposed rule, which was published in the Federal Register earlier this year, restructures public land management policies in a way that CRF argues has  more

FRONT ROYAL, Virginia, Nov. 10 -- Christendom College posted the following news: * * * Dr. Clint Brand Explores Anglican Patrimony and Catholic Unity at Christendom College * Christendom College welcomed well-known author and professor Dr. Clint Brand to campus on October 30 for the college's latest event in its Collegiate Lecture Series. In a profound address titled "Anglican Patrimony in Catholic Communion: Problem, Gift, Challenge, Mission," Dr. Brand explored the historical and theologic  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- The Essential Minerals Association (EMA), Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) urging the agency to rescind its proposed rule aimed at eliminating the 2024 Conservation and Landscape Health Rule. EMA, which represents over 100 companies involved in extracting and processing crucial raw minerals, argues that the existing rule imposes excessive constraints that impede domestic mining operations on federal lands.   more

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- General Dynamics issued the following news release: * * * General Dynamics NASSCO Awarded $1.7 billion to construct T-AO 215 and T-AO 216 NASSCO currently under contract to build 17 of the Navy's 20-ship program of record, and has delivered four to date. * SAN DIEGO, November 10, 2025 -- General Dynamics NASSCO, a business unit of General Dynamics (NYSE:GD), announced today that it has been awarded $1.7 billion for the construction of T-AO 215 and T-AO 216  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Nov. 12 (TNSxrep) -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Half of Americans Make Excuses to Cut Holiday Family Visits Short, According to New Hilton Survey Hilton invites travelers to make the holiday season feel more like a holiday -- with up to 25% off * New research by Hilton shows 53% of holiday travelers have made excuses to cut stays with relatives short * According to the Hilton research, 63% of holiday hosts say it is exhausting and 4  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 11 [Category: Sociological] -- Americans for Prosperity posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Congressman John James Joins AFP-Michigan to Discuss Working Family Tax Relief * Sterling Heights, MI Yesterday, Americans for Prosperity-Michigan hosted an engaging discussion with Congressman John James focused on how extending the Working Family Tax Cuts will help Michigan families keep more of what they earn. Rep. James underscored the importance of empowerin  more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Nov. 11 -- Inova, a healthcare provider, issued the following news release: * * * Inova Schar Cancer Earns international accreditation for stem cell therapy Inova Schar Cancer has earned internationally-recognized accreditation from the Foundation for the Accreditation of Cellular Therapy (FACT). This accreditation recognizes Inova Schar Cancer's excellence in delivering safe, high-quality cellular therapies in its cutting-edge program. By demonstrating full compliance wit  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 11 -- Rep. Jennifer McClellan, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * McClellan Introduces Bill to Modernize Work-Study Program and Uplift Student Veterans * Washington, D.C. - In case you missed it, this Veterans Day: Congresswoman Jennifer McClellan (VA-04) introduced H.R. 5965, the Student Veteran Work Study Modernization Act, to provide student veterans with a more flexible work-study program that considers their unique needs. Currently, the Department o  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- The Professional Services Council (PSC), Arlington, Virginia, has issued a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) regarding the regulatory challenges facing the development and deployment of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies within federal agencies. The organization emphasizes the critical role that AI and emerging technologies play in enhancing government efficiency and the need for a more harmonized and supportive regulatory f  more

RESTON, Virginia, Nov. 11 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release: * * * Rapid Growth of Radiopharmaceutical Therapy Highlights Need for Expertise * SNMMI position paper emphasizes standards, quality, and collaboration Reston, VA (November 11, 2025) The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging (SNMMI) has released a position paper outlining the education, training, and experience needed to ensure the safe and ef  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 10 -- Rep. Suhas Subramanyam, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Subramanyam Issues Statement On President Al Sharaa's White House Visit * "The United Nations recently took steps to remove terror-related sanctions on Syrian President Ahmed al-Sharaa. And I welcome the results of today's meeting, including another 180 days of temporary sanctions relief. At this critical moment after over a decade of civil war, I hope President al-Sharaa's visit to Washi  more

HERNDON, Virginia, Nov. 11 [Category: Transportation] -- The RV Industry Association posted the following news: * * * RV Industry Trade Update: A Briefing For Members * RV Industry Association members are invited to a timely and crucial update on the ever-changing U.S. trade landscape and its direct financial impact on the RV sector. Join RV Industry Association Director of Government Affairs Samantha Rocci, Vice President of Government Affairs Jason Rano, and trade expert Ron Sorini for a  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 5 -- Sen. Jim Justice, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Justice Announces 2025 Service Academy Nominees Today, Senator Jim Justice released a statement following his announcement of West Virginia students nominated to attend the United States Service Academies: "I couldn't be prouder of these outstanding young West Virginians. Their dedication, leadership, and commitment to service truly embody the best of our state. I have the upmost confide  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- Sen. Jim Justice, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release on Nov. 10, 2025: * * * Senator Justice Votes to End Government Shutdown Today, Senator Jim Justice released a statement following the Senate Republicans successful passage of a bill to re-open the Government: "This whole episode has been a total wreck for West Virginians and Americans alike. I am happy to see common sense prevail, but it should not take over 40 days of a shutdown to make that happen.  more

NORFOLK, Virginia, Nov. 11 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sentara Healthcare posted the following news: * * * Sentara program helps recently incarcerated individuals stay out of prison * As a corrections officer, Martina Taylor watched people cycle in and out of correctional facilities. Many needed treatment for mental health and substance use issues, but they weren't getting it. Taylor became a therapist because she wanted to help. Then, when she read about a new Justice Care Coordinator role  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * The opioid epidemic in Virginia: 2,000+ saved lives, $5.2B in possible savings * By Maggie Christ Drug overdoses have been Virginia's leading cause of unnatural deaths since 2013, and new data from Virginia Commonwealth University is highlighting the high cost in human and economic terms. This month, VCU's Center on Society and Health partnered with the Virginia Department of Health to relea  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- The University of Richmond issued the following news release: * * * University of Richmond Chemistry Professor Michael Leopold Receives American Chemical Society Grant Leopold and student team will use ACS grant to advance halogen bonding research. * University of Richmond chemistry professor Michael Leopold, was awarded a $70,000 Undergraduate Research Grant from the American Chemical Society. Leopold, Floyd D. and Elizabeth S. Gottwald Professor of Chemistr  more

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- The University of Virginia issued the following research news: * * * As GLP-1 drugs go mainstream, this expert says health is more than a number on a scale By Jane Kelly, jak4g@virginia.edu Popular weight-loss drugs known as GLP-1s could soon become more affordable for Americans. On Thursday, the Trump Administration and two major drugmakers announced an agreement to drastically reduce the cost of the drugs for people enrolled in Medicare and Medicaid,  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * VCU Board of Visitors to meet in person Nov. 20-21 * By Mike Porter The Virginia Commonwealth University Board of Visitors will hold in-person committee meetings on Nov. 20, beginning at 1 p.m. All meetings will take place at VCU Medical Center Critical Care Hospital, 1213 E. Clay St., Lambert Boardroom. The meetings will be held in open and closed sessions. The public may view a livestream o  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Virginia Tech, Northern Virginia Community College collaborate on new teaching fellows program By Cathy Grimes Two Virginia Tech doctoral students are teaching virtual courses at Northern Virginia Community College this semester, gaining experience while helping the community college address faculty shortages. Diana Shiller, a student in the Pamplin College of Business Executive Ph.D. program, teaches applied b  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 12 (TNSjou) -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * A fix for frost: Engineers use electricity to zap ice without heat or chemicals Every sheet of frost contains ionic defects. In a new paper published in Small Methods, Jonathan Boreyko's team uses high voltage to polarize these ions and rip off the frost. By Alex Parrish During winter months, frost can unleash icy havoc on cars, planes, heat pumps, and much more. But thermal defrosting with heaters is   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Opening the door to science for all Researchers are working to make community science projects more welcoming for everyone. By Max Esterhuizen When Ashley Dayer, professor in the Department of Fish and Wildlife Conservation, talks about her work, she starts with a simple idea: Everyone deserves a chance to take part in science. That belief inspired a new study from Dayer's lab in Virginia Tech's College of Nat  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: * * * Three faculty members recognized with 2025 Jacob A. Lutz III Award for Eminent Scholars By Lindsey Haugh Three Virginia Tech researchers whose work spans fields from wireless communications to Celtic linguistics to cardiac biology have been named recipients of the 2025 Jacob A. Lutz III Award for Eminent Scholars. Joseph Eska, Robert Gourdie, and Walid Saad were honored during the Office of Research and Innovat  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Nov. 10 [Category: Business] -- The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following news release: * * * Visa, Mastercard settlement masks true problems * The Retail Industry Leaders Association issued the following statement after news of a Visa, Mastercard settlement: The reported details of the settlement fail to address the core problem facing retailers. "The plan to limit interchange fees by only a small fraction does not offset the increases that have   more

FAIRFAX, Virginia, Nov. 7 -- Americans for Limited Government issued the following news release: * * * Vote On Ending Filibuster Should Be Done By The Rules Majority Leader Thune Should Put The Amendment Up For Two-Thirds Vote * Americans for Limited Government Executive Director Robert Romano today issued the following statement urging Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) to put an amendment on the floor to amend Rule XXII of the Standing Rules of the Senate to reduce the requirement  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Nov. 11 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Wilder School joins national initiative advancing military veterans in public leadership * By Tiffany Murray-Robertson L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs The L. Douglas Wilder School of Government and Public Affairs at Virginia Commonwealth University has been selected to join the Service to Service initiative, a national partnership led by the Volcker Alliance and We   more

GLOUCESTER POINT, Virginia, Nov. 12 -- William and Mary's Virginia Institute of Marine Science issued the following news: * * * Shoring up naval readiness and ecological resilience By John Wallace A multi-million-dollar project involving Naval Weapons Station Yorktown brought together a team of scientists to develop solutions that protect the base while benefiting the environment. Anyone familiar with the horseshoe-shaped beaches at historic Yorktown, Virginia, has seen examples of William  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 12 -- The Wireless Infrastructure Association (WIA), Arlington, Virginia, has submitted a public comment letter to the Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) urging a more cohesive approach to regulatory reform surrounding artificial intelligence (AI). WIA represents entities that build, develop, and operate the nation's wireless infrastructure, emphasizing the crucial role that robust wireless networks play in realizing a thriving AI landscape. In its letter, WIA highl  more