CUPERTINO, California, March 13 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news: * * * Apple hosts 50th anniversary celebrations around the world * On March 13, Apple kicked off celebrations for its 50th anniversary with a special performance by 17-time Grammy Award-winning artist and producer Alicia Keys at Apple Grand Central in New York City. Keys delivered an incredible set of her timeless s  more

NEW YORK, March 10 -- Yeshiva University issued the following news: * * * Argentina's President Milei Joined Yeshiva University's President for "Great Conversations with Rabbi Dr. Ari Berman" "Argentina Week" Discussion Focused on Global Economic Leadership and Support for the United States and Israel in the War against Iran * President Javier Milei of Argentina today addressed the Yeshiva University community on the first day of "Argentina Week," a high-profile mission he is leading in New  more

NEW YORK, March 14 -- BuzzFeed, a digital media company, issued the following news: * * * BuzzFeed, Inc. Reports Q4 And Full Year 2025 Results BuzzFeed, Inc.'s ("BuzzFeed" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: BZFD) fourth quarter and full year (ended December 31, 2025) financial results were in line with its outlook shared in November. In 2025, BuzzFeed grew programmatic advertising by 7% year over year, expanded its studio business with three feature films, and advanced product innovation in key areas  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development released the following written testimony by CareerWise USA President Brent Parton from a March 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Building an AI-Ready America: Strengthening Employer-Led Training": * * * Chairman Owens, Ranking Member Adams, and Members of the Subcommittee, thank you for inviting me here today to testify on the importance of employer leadership in the design and deliver  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * China Is Affected by the Iran Conflict in Multiple Ways * Key Takeaways 1 The conflict in Iran is affecting most parts of the world, but few as much as China. 2 While the United States reduced its dependence on Middle Eastern oil by increasing domestic production, China has increased its imports from the region, particularly from Iran. 3 China has been purchasing 90  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Vama Naik, a graduate student and nutrition advocate at Teachers College, Columbia University, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture regarding the development of the 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans. Naik emphasized the need for the USDA to take into account all 56 recommendations made by the Dietary Guidelines Committee without influence from industry representatives. She argued that aligning the guidelines with the   more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Martin Wiedmann, gellert family professor at Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences, Ithaca, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Safety and Inspection Service urging it to adopt a more risk-based approach to regulating Salmonella in poultry products. The commentary points out that the current performance standards treat all Salmonella equally, regardless of their levels of contamination or their asso  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Federal Communications Commission has concluded an investigation into Yonder Media Mobile Inc., Bronx, New York, regarding the provision of international common carrier communications services without proper authorization. The Enforcement Bureau announced a settlement on March 13, 2026, requiring the company to pay a financial penalty and adhere to a strict compliance mandate. The probe, titled In the Matter of Yonder Media Mobile Inc. (File No.: EB-IHD-25-00038503),  more

NEW YORK, March 13 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * Federal Court Grants Temporary Emergency Stay of TPS Termination for Somalia * Media Inquiries: ramla@panasd.org, maria@panasd.org, press@africans.us, golnaz@muslimadvocates.org, media@haitianbridge.org, media@naacpldf.org The U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts has temporarily paused the termination of Somalia's designation for Temporary Protected Sta  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Transportation and Infrastructure Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Buildings and Emergency Management released the following written testimony by General Services Administrator Edward C. Forst from a March 4, 2026, hearing entitled "The General Services Administration: Examining the Future of Federal Real Estate Management to Reduce Costs for the Taxpayer": * * * Good afternoon, Chairman Perry, Ranking Member Stanton, and members of the Subcommitte  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Education and Workforce Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-524) on the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act (H.R. 4624). The report was advanced by Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, on Feb. 25, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * Purpose The purpose of H.R. 4624, the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, is to amend the Professional Boxing Safety Act of 1996 to provide increased choice and opportunity for professional boxers by allowing them to choose to p  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-522) on the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act (H.R. 1181). The report was advanced by Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, on Feb. 25, 2026. Here are excerpts: * * * PURPOSE AND SUMMARY H.R. 1181, the Protecting Privacy in Purchases Act, was introduced on February 11, 2025, by Republican Representative Riley Moore (WV-02). This bill prohibits payment card networks from requiring the use of or assigning Merc  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- The House Ways and Means Committee issued a report (H.Rpt. 119-509) on the New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act (H.R. 6431). The report was advanced by Rep. Jason Smith, R-Missouri, on Feb. 20, 2026. * * * Here are excerpts: I. SUMMARY AND BACKGROUND A. Purpose and Summary H.R. 6431, as amended, the "New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act," as ordered reported by the Committee on Ways and Means on January 14, 2  more

NEW YORK, March 14 -- BuzzFeed, a digital media company, issued the following news on March 13, 2026: * * * Inside BuzzFeed's Secret Lab: Three Apps, A New Company, And A Bet On The Future Of The Internet For the past year, a small team has been quietly developing a new kind of company. Today at SXSW, Branch Office came out of stealth to preview the first two of many apps. AUSTIN, TX - BuzzFeed, Inc. (Nasdaq: BZFD) today unveiled Branch Office, a new spinoff company that has been secretly de  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan, Merkley, Murkowski, Durbin Push for Audit of DOJ's Practices in Redacting Epstein Files * Law Prohibited Redactions Based on Reputational Harm or Political Sensitivity Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.), Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska), and Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) called for an independent audit and report to Congress about the Department of Ju  more

WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * MENG VISITS METROPOLITAN DETENTION CENTER IN BROOKLYN * QUEENS, NY - U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) announced today that she visited the Metropolitan Detention Center (MDC) in Brooklyn where she toured the facility and met with two New Yorkers currently detained there by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) including New York City Council employee Rafael Rubio. The Congresswoman visited MDC   more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Oversight and Government Reform Committee released the following written testimony by Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz from a March 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Oversight of Fraud and Misuse of Federal Funds in Minnesota: Part II": * * * Chairman Comer, Ranking Member Garcia, and Members of the Committee: I am proud to be here as Governor of Minnesota. Under my leadership, Minnesota has dedicated its resources to ensuring that all Minnesotans can live a dignified and fu  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 11 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Geno Smith excited for second act with Jets: 'It's kind of like a movie' Grant Gordon, Digital Content Editor The prodigal son has returned to Gotham. Nine years after leaving New York and a decade removed from his last season with the Jets, Geno Smith has returned via trade from the Las Vegas Raiders. Once viewed as a problem child, Smith is aiming to be the answer for a Jets franchise that drafted him  more

CANTON, Ohio, March 14 -- The National Football League posted the following news: * * * Pete Carroll takes blame for Geno Smith's struggles with Raiders, supports QB's return to Jets Kevin Patra, Senior News Writer Pete Carroll remains in Geno Smith's corner. In his first interview since being fired by the Las Vegas Raiders, Carroll told ESPN's Rich Cimini that he sees the positives about the quarterback's return to the New York Jets. "If he figured out [New York] was a good place for him   more

WASHINGTON, March 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Crisis Deepens: Congress Must Act Now to Address Escalating Abuses of Executive Power - A report from New York City Bar Association - March 2026 (19 pages) * * * The New York City Bar Association issued a report warning that recent actions by the U.S. executive branch pose serious risks to constitutional governance and the rule of law. The report reviews what it describes as a pattern of presidential conduct that threatens the separation of powers and urge  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani addressed recent instances of religious bigotry and political vitriol during an interview with N.J. Burkett on ABC7. Speaking at a St. Patrick's Day celebration on March 13, Mayor Mamdani criticized national politicians for invoking 9/11 imagery to target his faith, noting that such rhetoric affects the million Muslims residing in the city. The mayor expressed that while political critiques are expected, attacks based on faith create a  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced the creation of the Office of LGBTQIA+ Affairs during a signing ceremony at the Brooklyn Community Pride Center. Mayor Mamdani appointed Taylor Brown to serve as the first director of the office, making her the first out trans woman to lead a city agency in NYC's history. Standing alongside Deputy Mayor for Economic Justice Julie Su and Chief Equity Officer Afua Atta-Mensah, Mamdani emphasized that the office will coordinate po  more

WHITE PLAINS, New York, March 14 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release on March 13, 2026: * * * NYPA Announces More Than $2.6 Million for Buffalo and Erie County Beautification and Improvement Projects Greenway Fund Standing Committee Approves Six Projects in Western New York * BUFFALO, N.Y.--The New York Power Authority (NYPA) today announced more than $2.6 million in awards for six beautification and improvement projects along the Buffalo and Erie County   more

WHITE PLAINS, New York, March 14 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release on March 13, 2026: * * * NYPA Receives FAA Waiver Allowing Expanded Drone Operations Additional Autonomous Missions toIncrease Efficiency, Expand Energy Asset Inspection Capabilities * The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted a waiver early this year expanding the New York Power Authority's ability for certified pilots to fly unmanned aircraft systems beyond the visual line of   more

NEW YORK, March 10 -- The New York State Nurses Association issued the following news release: * * * NYSNA Nurses, Union Healthcare Workers, Advocates, and Elected Officials Come Together to Raise Up Budget Priorities in the Face of National Threats to Healthcare Hundreds of NYSNA members head to the state capitol to demand that Albany pass a budget that invests in safe patient care with safe staffing enforcement, fair hospital funding, support for the nursing workforce, and quality healthcar  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations and Accountability released the following testimony by Oklahoma Commissioner of Public Safety Tim Tipton from a March 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Highway Safety Under Threat: Examining Non-Domiciled CDL Issuance to Illegal Aliens." CDL is commercial driver's license. * * * Thank you Chairman Brecheen, Ranking Member Thanedar, and esteemed members of the subcommittee. I appreciate the opportunity to sha  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Oversight, Investigations and Accountability released the following written testimony by Wendy Liu, attorney with Public Citizen Litigation Group, from a March 4, 2026, hearing entitled "Highway Safety Under Threat: Examining Non-Domiciled CDL Issuance to Illegal Aliens." CDL is commercial driver's license. * * * Dear Chairman Brecheen, Ranking Member Thanedar, Members of the Subcommittee: Thank you for the opportunity to tes  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 (TNSLrpt) -- From Farm to FIM: The Economic Impact of Local Food is Medicine - A report from Rockefeller Foundation, New York - March 2026 (33 pages) * * * The Rockefeller Foundation issued a report analyzing the economic potential of "Food Is Medicine" initiatives that connect healthcare systems with local food providers. The report examines how programs that provide medically tailored meals, produce prescriptions and healthy groceries to patients with diet-related illnes  more

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, March 14 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: * * * Siena/SBU Survey: Half of Americans to watch some of March Madness * Mar 13, 2026 Nearly half of Americans (49%) say they plan to watch college basketball games during March Madness, according to a new survey of United States residents released today by the Siena Research Institute (SRI) and St. Bonaventure University's Jandoli School of Communication. Over a quarter (28%) will fil  more

WASHINGTON, March 15 -- Tully Rinckey PLLC, Albany, New York, submitted a public comment letter to the U.S. Office of Personnel Management expressing concerns regarding the agency's proposed rule which undermines the principles of merit and fairness, prioritizing efficiency at the expense of due process rights for federal employees. The proposed rule, according to Tully Rinckey, fails to strike an appropriate balance among merit, fairness, and efficiency as established by the Civil Service Refo  more

BERKELEY, California, March 11 (TNSjou) -- The University of California Berkeley campus issued the following news release: * * * Astronomers capture birth of a magnetar, confirming link to some of universe's brightest exploding stars A UC Berkeley theorist proposed that highly magnetized, spinning neutron stars were the power source behind superluminous supernovae. A recent supernova provided the smoking gun. By Robert Sanders Astronomers have for the first time seen the birth of a magnetar  more

WASHINGTON, March 14 -- University of Scranton undergraduate students and faculty members presented findings from multiple studies during the Eastern Psychological Association Conference held in Boston. The delegation included twelve students and five professors who shared six research posters during the event on Feb. 27-28. Several projects focused on historical and educational aspects of the field. Gianna Assuncao, neuroscience major from Clark, New Jersey, Joseph Battaglia, a neuroscience ma  more