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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Thursday April 30, 2026 ( 207 items )  
'Last Mile' fund helps NMSU computer science students cross the finish line
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, April 29 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * 'Last Mile' fund helps NMSU computer science students cross the finish line * For college students out of options, the Last Mile Education Fund provides a faster way to support degree completion in high-demand STEM fields. At New Mexico State University, 19 students (14 of them majoring in computer science) have benefitted from the fund this academic year. In fall 2025 and spring 2026, N  more
2026 Alumni Award honorees celebrated for leadership and accomplishments
WORCESTER, Massachusetts, April 29 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * 2026 Alumni Award honorees celebrated for leadership and accomplishments * Each year, the Clark Alumni Council recognizes outstanding alumni and their dedication to both Clark University and society at large. The chosen honorees, though diverse in their achievements and impact, share a common thread -an unwavering commitment to helping others, a value deeply ingrained in their Clark education. They exempl  more
A Deadline for the World to Act on Women's Rights
NEW YORK, April 28 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * A Deadline for the World to Act on Women's Rights * On April 23, it had been 1,677 days. It will have been more by the time you read this. That's the number of days that girls in Afghanistan have been banned, by the Taliban, from studying beyond sixth grade. Soon, there will be no new women doctors, lawyers, professors, or engineers in Afghanistan. Boys are being raised to see this as normal  more
A.G. Davenport: Four Bergen County Residents Charged for Roles in New Jersey/New York Drug Trafficking Ring
TRENTON, New Jersey, April 30 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Four Bergen County Residents Charged for Roles in New Jersey/New York Drug Trafficking Ring $520,000 in cash, drugs, weapons seized * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport, the Division of Criminal Justice (DCJ), and the New Jersey State Police announced today the arrests of four Bergen County, New Jersey, residents for their roles in a drug trafficking ri  more
AAA Fund Wins the 2026 Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge
NEW YORK, April 29 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * AAA Fund Wins the 2026 Kellogg-Morgan Stanley Sustainable Investing Challenge * Sustainable Investing Challenge brings together future leaders addressing critical sustainability issues through innovative financial solutions * Team from the University of Chicago and Duke University awarded top prize for proposal to restore degraded coastal mangrove p  more
ACLU Celebrates SCOTUS Decision Protecting Organizations from Speech-Chilling State Subpoenas
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * ACLU Celebrates SCOTUS Decision Protecting Organizations from Speech-Chilling State Subpoenas * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the Supreme Court decided in First Choice Women's Resource Centers, Inc. v. Davenport that nonprofits can seek imme  more
Ad Hoc Latino Leaders Group Releases the 2026 Health, Wealth, and Dignity Agenda for California
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Political] -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release: * * * Ad Hoc Latino Leaders Group Releases the 2026 Health, Wealth, and Dignity Agenda for California The agenda outlines policy priorities critical to California's future and elevates the concerns of communities too often excl  more
Albany Law School's Anthony V. Cardona '70 Moot Court Program Celebrates a Year of Exceptional Achievement
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- Albany Law School issued the following news: * * * Albany Law School's Anthony V. Cardona '70 Moot Court Program Celebrates a Year of Exceptional Achievement Albany Law School's Anthony V. Cardona '70 Moot Court Program closed out an extraordinary year, marked by significant student engagement, unparalleled support from the bench and bar, and outstanding performances across every competition. Participation in the Moot Court Program's intraschool competitions re  more
Alfred University School of Art & Design welcomes Robert Turner Teaching Fellow Matthew Wilhelm
ALFRED, New York, April 28 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Alfred University School of Art & Design welcomes Robert Turner Teaching Fellow Matthew Wilhelm * The Alfred University School of Art & Design announces the appointment of Matthew Wilhelm as the new Robert Turner Teaching Fellow. The Turner Teaching Fellow was established in honor of Robert Chapman Turner, distinguished Professor Emeritus at Alfred University. Each fellow, selected by the Division of C  more
America First Policy Institute: Increasing threats to our Constitutional voting system require action
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Pass the SAVE America Act Increasing threats to our Constitutional voting system require action * The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) America Act would require proof of citizenship to register to vote, photo ID at the polls, and would move us back toward Election Day - not election season. The bill passed the House twice with bipartisan support and has the backin  more
American Academy of Neurology: Study Finds People Wait an Average of 50 Days to See a Neurologist for the First Time
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, April 30 (TNSjou) -- The American Academy of Neurology issued the following news release: * * * Study finds people wait an average of 50 days to see a neurologist for the first time Location, diagnosis affect wait times, but number of neurologists per person do not Highlights * People with insurance through an employer or another commercial plan waited an average of 50 days for their first neurology visit. * Female patients and people with stroke, dizziness/vertigo  more
American Concrete Institute Elects NJIT Professor as Board Director
NEWARK, New Jersey, April 30 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * American Concrete Institute Elects NJIT Professor as Board Director Written by: Mindy Weisberger Professional accolades started arriving early in the career of Matthew P. Adams, an associate professor of civil engineering at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) and co-director of the Materials and Structures Laboratory (MatSLab). In 2015, Adams was still working toward his Ph.D. when   more
Americas Society/Council of the Americas 2025 Impact Report
NEW YORK, April 30 (TNSrpt) -- The Americas Society/Council of the Americas issued the following news release: * * * AS/COA 2025 Impact Report See how Americas Society/Council of the Americas provided a key space for governments and private sector to discuss its present and future in the region. * 2025 was a year of renewed focus on the Western Hemisphere. Americas Society/Council of the Americas (AS/COA) seized the moment by reinforcing cooperation between the public and private sector to   more
April Drives CNN's Best Primetime Performance in Two Years; Double-Digit YOY Growth Across Platforms
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * April Drives CNN's Best Primetime Performance in Two Years; Double-Digit YOY Growth Across Platforms * Momentum Drives Digital Subscriber and Video Engagement Growth  NEW YORK, NY - (April 29, 2026) - In April, multiplatform audiences turned to CNN for global news, live coverage and original programming driving another month of strong audience growth and engagement across TV, digital and streaming platf  more
Ares Acquires Stake in Rover Pipeline from Blackstone Energy Transition Partners to Serve Growing Energy Demand Centers Across North America
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Blackstone, an investment firm, posted the following news release: * * * Ares Acquires Stake in Rover Pipeline from Blackstone Energy Transition Partners to Serve Growing Energy Demand Centers Across North America * NEW YORK - April 29, 2026 - Ares Management Corporation (NYSE: ARES), a leading global alternative investment manager, announced today that funds led by its Infrastructure Opportunities strategy ("Ares") have acquired a 32.4  more
Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund: Supreme Court Decision Weakening Voting Rights Act Threatens Multiracial Democracy and Political Power of Communities of Color
NEW YORK, April 30 -- The Asian American Legal Defense and Education Fund issued the following statement on April 29, 2026: * * * Supreme Court decision weakening Voting Rights Act threatens multiracial democracy and political power of communities of color Today, the Supreme Court announced its decision in Louisiana v. Callais, dismantling one of the most essential provisions of the Voting Rights Act of 1965 by effectively ruling that states can create political maps that undermine the voting  more
Association of American Medical Colleges Issues Commentary: Adoption Medicine Clinics Give Children a Healthy Start
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Association of American Medical Colleges issued the following commentary on April 29, 2026, by senior writer Beth Howard: * * * Adoption medicine clinics give children a healthy start Embedded in academic health systems, these clinics evaluate children for possible physical and mental health challenges and connect families with appropriate resources. * When a family recently received the medical records of a child from India that they were considering adopting, t  more
Attorney General James Releases Statement on Supreme Court Voting Rights Decision
ALBANY, New York, April 29 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Releases Statement on Supreme Court Voting Rights Decision * New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement after the U.S. Supreme Court severely restricted the Voting Rights Act:  "The Voting Rights Act was born from the blood shed on the Edmund Pettus Bridge and the courage of those who marched in Selma for the right to vote  more
Attorney General James Secures Over $5 Million from Crypto Platform for Promoting Fraudulent Investment Scheme
ALBANY, New York, April 29 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures Over $5 Million from Crypto Platform for Promoting Fraudulent Investment Scheme * New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured more than $5 million from the cryptocurrency platform Uphold HQ, Inc. (Uphold) for misleading investors and promoting a fraudulent cryptocurrency investment scheme orchestrated by Cred, LLC (Cred) and it's Chief Execut  more
Attorney General James' Office of Special Investigation Issues Notification of Investigative Findings Regarding Investigation into the Death of Nathan Novakowski
ALBANY, New York, April 29 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James' Office of Special Investigation Issues Notification of Investigative Findings Regarding Investigation into the Death of Nathan Novakowski NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office of Special Investigation (OSI) is today issuing a Notification of Investigative Findings regarding the investigation into the death of Nathan Novakowski, who died on  more
Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes for Changes to Lower Prescription Drug Costs
RALEIGH, North Carolina, April 29 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Pushes for Changes to Lower Prescription Drug Costs Attorney General Jeff Jackson and a bipartisan group of attorneys general are pushing the U.S. Department of Labor to help lower prescription drug costs by requiring more transparency from pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs). "People should be able to afford their medications, and they can't   more
Before they cross the commencement stage, FSU undergraduates reflect on what shaped them
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, April 29 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * Before they cross the commencement stage, FSU undergraduates reflect on what shaped them * As Florida State University prepares to celebrate its spring Class of 2026, graduates are reflecting on the people, experiences and opportunities that defined their journey and looking ahead to what comes next. The university will award 8,923 degrees during commencement ceremonies May 1-2, including 6,732 bach  more
Berger Montague Minneapolis Team Featured for their Pro Bono Work on Behalf of ICE Detainees Almost All of Whom Have Been Released
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Berger Montague, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Berger Montague Minneapolis Team Featured for their Pro Bono Work on Behalf of ICE Detainees Almost All of Whom Have Been Released * MINNEAPOLIS, MN -Berger Montague, a leading national plaintiff law firm, represented more than 40 individuals detained during the ICE surge in the Twin Cities pro bono with habeas corpus petitions and filed a class action habeas case U.  more
Blackstone Infrastructure to Invest up to EUR2 Billion in Leading Pan-European Renewables Developer Eurowind Energy
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Blackstone, an investment firm, posted the following news release: * * * Blackstone Infrastructure to Invest up to EUR2 Billion in Leading Pan-European Renewables Developer Eurowind Energy * Blackstone investment to accelerate Eurowind's development activities across Europe CEO Jens Rasmussen will continue to lead the company and remain invested alongside Norlys, Denmark's largest integrated energy and telecoms group LONDON, UK -   more
BLS Issues Report on Metropolitan Area Employment and Unemployment February 2026
WASHINGTON, April 30 (TNSLrpt) -- Metropolitan Area Employment and Unemployment February 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - April 29, 2026 (24 pages) * * * Unemployment rates were higher in February than a year earlier in 236 of the 387 metropolitan areas, lower in 110 areas, and unchanged in 41 areas, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. A total of 10 areas had jobless rates of less than 3.0 percent and 13 areas had rates of at least 8.0   more
Brennan Center Reacts to Devastating Louisiana vs. Callais Ruling
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Brennan Center for Justice at New York University School of Law issued the following statement on April 29, 2026: * * * Brennan Center Reacts to Devastating Louisiana v. Callais Ruling Ruling is a severe blow to equality in political representation for all Americans. * The U.S. Supreme Court today struck down Louisiana's congressional map and substantially rewrote Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, undermining protections against race discrimination. Michael Waldman  more
Bud Light Takes Over Summer UFC Schedule With NEW "Bud Light UFC Summer Series"
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, April 29 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release: * * * Bud Light Takes Over Summer UFC Schedule With NEW "Bud Light UFC Summer Series" * The Official Beer Sponsor of UFC is giving fans plans all summer long with a new platform that features three UFC Numbered Events, two Fight Nights and additional programming from May to August NEW YORK, NY - APRIL 29, 2026 - Summer is right around the corner and Bud Light,  more
Building and Unbuilding the City Museum: From Le Corbusier to Ahmedabad
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Building and Unbuilding the City Museum: From Le Corbusier to Ahmedabad * When it was designed and built just years following India's independence, Le Corbusier's Sanskar Kendra in Ahmedabad was intended as a new cultural space. Currently closed, the campus has fallen into disrepair and questions surround its purpose and place in the city's contemporary life. From what began as an architecture studio offered by  more
CAIR-LA Commends OC Board of Supervisors for Speaking in Support of Muslim Community Following Islamophobic Remarks at Board Meeting
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * CAIR-LA Commends OC Board of Supervisors for Speaking in Support of Muslim Community Following Islamophobic Remarks at Board Meeting The Greater Los Angeles Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-LA) today commended Orange County Board of Supervisors Chairman Doug Chaffee and Supervisor Vicente Sarmiento for speaking in support of the Muslim comm  more
CAIR-NY Calls on Public Officials to Speak Out Against Rising Islamophobia After Anti-Muslim Vandalism of Stop Signs in Deer Park
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * CAIR-NY Calls on Public Officials to Speak Out Against Rising Islamophobia After Anti-Muslim Vandalism of Stop Signs in Deer Park The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY), a chapter of the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today called on public officials and community leaders to speak out against rising I  more
Calif. Gov. Newsom Announces Appointments on April 29, 2026
SACRAMENTO, California, April 30 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom announces appointments Governor Gavin Newsom today announced the following appointments: Christopher "Chris" Given, of Sacramento has been appointed Director of the California Department of Technology. Given has been Deputy Secretary for Technology and Innovation at the California Government Operations Agency since 2025. He was the Direct File Produc  more
Can humanity ever attain a shared 'green' future?
WORCESTER, Massachusetts, April 29 -- Clark University posted the following news: * * * Can humanity ever attain a shared 'green' future? * NYT columnist Thomas Friedman moderates Clark climate panel Our shared climate future, and the imperative to improve its prospects for all of us, brought together a panel of thought leaders and an audience eager to hear their perspectives at the Climate Forum in Tilton Hall on April 13. The panelists, Thomas Friedman, the Pulitzer Prize-winning New Yor  more
CARICOM Young People Led Regional Participation at ECOSOC Youth Forum
GEORGETOWN, Guyana, April 30 -- The Caribbean Community, an organization that aims to promote economic integration and cooperation among its members, issued the following news release: * * * CARICOM young people led regional participation at ECOSOC Youth Forum Young people from the Caribbean Community (CARICOM) made strong contributions on issues of regional and global significance when they represented the Community at the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) Youth Forum from 14-16 April 202  more
Catholic League Issues Commentary: Mamdani's Quest To Rape The Rich
NEW YORK, April 30 -- The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, an organization that defends the right of Catholics to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination, issued the following commentary on April 29, 2026, by President Bill Donohue: * * * MAMDANI'S QUEST TO RAPE THE RICH Besides an insatiable appetite for control, what defines the Left is an equally insatiable appetite for envy. No one epitomizes these vices today better than New York City Mayor  more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Manned Aircraft Problem? Humans
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on April 29, 2026, by journalist, author and filmmaker David Axe: * * * The Manned Aircraft Problem? Humans The use of captured pilots for hostage diplomacy should make Western air forces reconsider their dithering on unmanned aircraft. * On April 3, Iranian forces shot down a US Air Force Boeing F-15E Strike Eagle fighter over mountainous Isfahan Province in central Iran. Rescuers quickly found   more
Chairmen Garbarino, Moolenaar Announce Joint Investigation Into National Security Risks Posed by PRC AI Models
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, and Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on China, issued the following news on April 29, 2026: * * * Chairmen Garbarino, Moolenaar Announce Joint Investigation into National Security Risks Posed by PRC AI Models Today, House Committee on Homeland Security Chairman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY) and House Select Committee on China Chairman John Moolenaar  more
Chancellor King Announces Expansion of SUNY Higher Education in Prison Opportunities at Facilities Across New York State
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Chancellor King Announces Expansion of SUNY Higher Education in Prison Opportunities at Facilities Across New York State SUNY Currently Offers Academic Programs and Services at 24 DOCCS Facilities, through 20 SUNY Campuses, and will Grow to 29 Facilities in Fall 2026 New Website will Help Inform New Yorkers about SUNY Opportunities and Offer Best Practices to Academic Institutions * Stat  more
Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour With Visit to Hudson Valley Community College
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Chancellor King Continues SUNY Reconnect Tour with Visit to Hudson Valley Community College Governor Hochul's SUNY Reconnect Program Provides Free Community College Tuition, Fees, Books, and Supplies for Eligible Adult Learners in High-Demand Fields Visit Highlights Hudson Valley Community College's Applied Technology Programs * Troy, NY -- State University of New York Chancellor John B.  more
Citi 2026 Investor Day
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * Citi 2026 Investor Day Citi will host an Investor Day on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Presentations will be given by members of Citi's senior leadership team, including: * Jane Fraser (Chair and Chief Executive Officer) * Gonzalo Luchetti (Chief Financial Officer) * Shahmir Khaliq (Head of Services) * Andy M  more
Citi Announces Completion of 22.6% of Sale of Equity Stake in Banamex
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Citi Announces Completion of 22.6% of Sale of Equity Stake in Banamex Marks Continued Progress in the Divestiture of Banamex * Citi today announced the completion of the previously announced sale of 22.6% of the 24% equity stake in Grupo Financiero Banamex, S.A. de C.V. ("Banamex") to several prominent in  more
CNN FlashDoc "Behind the Bob: Vogue's Anna Wintour" Now Streaming on CNN App
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN FlashDoc "Behind the Bob: Vogue's Anna Wintour" Now Streaming on CNN App * April 29th, 2026 BROADCAST PREMIERE ON SUNDAY, MAY 3 AT 8PM ET/PT Promo: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mmZ6dTKmJug NEW YORK, NY - (April 29, 2026) - CNN today announced the premiere of its latest CNN FlashDoc, Behind the Bob: Vogue's Anna Wintour, a revealing portrait of the most influential figure in fashion. The docum  more
Columbia Law School: Elizabeth Scott Elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences
NEW YORK, April 29 -- The Columbia Law School issued the following news: * * * Elizabeth Scott Elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences Scott is one of 252 members--drawn from academia, the arts, industry, policy, research, and science--elected in 2026. * Elizabeth Scott, Harold R. Medina Professor of Law, Emerita, has been elected as a member of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, one of the nation's most prestigious honorary societies and a leading center for independen  more
Columbia Law School: Faculty Experts on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision
NEW YORK, April 29 -- The Columbia Law School issued the following news: * * * Faculty Experts on the Supreme Court's Tariff Decision At a recent Lawyers, Community, and Impact event, Columbia Law School faculty discussed the ramifications of the Supreme Court's Learning Resources ruling for presidential power, foreign affairs, and trade. On March 12, a panel of faculty experts in constitutional law, national security, and the global economy considered the Supreme Court's recent 6-3 decisio  more
Commencement 2026: Student speakers for college graduation ceremonies named
KINGSTON, Rhode Island, April 29 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * Commencement 2026: Student speakers for college graduation ceremonies named Nine students will share their experiences at the University of Rhode Island and words of encouragement and wisdom with fellow graduates during the University's Spring 2026 Commencement Weekend. URI will celebrate the achievements of approximately 3,400 graduate and undergraduate degree recipients with their families a  more
Congressional Black Caucus Statement Regarding Supreme Court Decision on Louisiana v. Callais
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The Congressional Black Caucus issued the following news release: * * * Congressional Black Caucus Statement Regarding Supreme Court Decision on Louisiana v. Callais Today, Congressional Black Caucus Chair Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and members of the Congressional Black Caucus issued the following statement:  "One of the most enduring myths about American democracy is that it has always been fully formed and equally accessible-but the truth is far more complicated. Si  more
Constangy Adds Two Attorneys, Strengthening Employment Litigation Practice in Los Angeles
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Constangy Adds Two Attorneys, Strengthening Employment Litigation Practice in Los Angeles * Constangy is pleased to announce that Aaron Carpenter has joined the firm as senior counsel and Alex Valle has joined as an associate attorney, bolstering the firm's Employment Litigation practice in Los Angeles. Meet the Attorneys Aaron Carpenter Aa  more
Construction Employment Increases In Small Majority Of Metro Areas In February But Upcoming Highway Bill Deadline Puts Further Gains At Risk
ARLINGTON, Virginia, April 29 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Employment Increases In Small Majority Of Metro Areas In February But Upcoming Highway Bill Deadline Puts Further Gains At Risk * Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, Texas and Eau Claire, Wis. Have Highest Number and Percentage of Job Gains Since February 2025; New York City. and Lawton, Okla. Have Largest and Steepest Job Losses  Slightly mo  more
Cornell Atkinson announces $1.24M in joint EDF grants
ITHACA, New York, April 28 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Cornell Atkinson announces $1.24M in joint EDF grants * By Krisy Gashler Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability The Cornell Atkinson Center for Sustainability and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) will distribute $1.24 million to 12 projects co-led by Cornell and EDF scientists for research addressing topics including strategies to protect ocean ecosystems, impr  more
Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine: Tiny Tech Tracks Overheating Risk in Sporting Dogs
ITHACA, New York, April 30 (TNSjou) -- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine issued the following news: * * * Tiny tech tracks overheating risk in sporting dogs Some dogs can get so focused on a task that they ignore the world around them. This is especially true for canine athletes like hunting and working dogs. A new study from the Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine is the first to investigate what may be early signs that a hunting dog will overheat while it's zer  more
Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences: Building forage inventories amid high input costs
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Building forage inventories amid high input costs This fact sheet authored by PRO-DAIRY forage systems specialist Joe Lawrence and nutrient management specialist Kirsten Workman was shared in the April 2026 PRO-DAIRY e-Leader newsletter, distributed to an email list of nearly 7,000 dairy producers, agriservice, and legislators.  Following a difficult 2025 growing se  more
Crapo Joins Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers to Introduce Legislation to Extend the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program for Seven Years
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Mike Crapo, R-Idaho, issued the following news release: * * * Crapo Joins Bipartisan Group of Lawmakers to Introduce Legislation to Extend the Terrorism Risk Insurance Program for Seven Years * Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senator Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) joined U.S. Senators Dave McCormick (R-Pennsylvania), Tina Smith (D-Minnesota), Thom Tillis (R-North Carolina) and Ruben Gallego (D-Arizona) to introduce the bipartisan?Terrorism Risk Insurance Program (TRIA) Reauthorizat  more
CSIS Issues Critical Questions Q&A: Iranian Cyber Threat to U.S. Critical Infrastructure
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following Critical Questions Q&A on April 27, 2026, involving Nikita Shah, senior fellow with the Intelligence, National Security, and Technology Program: * * * The Iranian Cyber Threat to U.S. Critical Infrastructure The U.S. Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and other U.S. agencies recently published a cyber advisory notice warning of the cyber threat posed by Iranian hackers to U.S.   more
Dartmouth College: Legal Experts Encourage Community Amid Challenges
HANOVER, New Hampshire, April 29 -- Dartmouth College issued the following news: * * * Legal Experts Encourage Community Amid Challenges They say democracy's future requires resolve as legal norms are trampled. Written by Steve Hartsoe A disregard for longstanding norms is testing the ethical foundations of the U.S. legal system, according to three legal experts who spoke April 27 at a Rockefeller Center/Dartmouth Dialogues event on Women, the Law, and a Better American Democracy. The hour  more
Davis Polk secures rankings in IJGlobal Q1 2026 league tables
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Davis Polk and Wardwell, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Davis Polk secures rankings in IJGlobal Q1 2026 league tables * Davis Polk achieved the below rankings in IJGlobal 's Q1 2026 league tables, securing multiple top 5 and top 10 positions across various categories, including in the areas of Power Infrastructure, Social & Defense Infrastructure, North America Infrastructure, Global Infrastructure and more. Highlights of Davis P  more
Davis Polk shortlisted for the 2026 Latin American Lawyer Women Awards
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Davis Polk and Wardwell, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Davis Polk shortlisted for the 2026 Latin American Lawyer Women Awards * Davis Polk is shortlisted in two categories for the 2026 Latin American Lawyer Women Awards. The awards recognize the achievements of leading women lawyers across Latin America, both private practice and in-house. The firm is shortlisted for "Law Firm of the Year: Litigation" and "Law Firm of the Year:   more
Delta extends pause of Atlanta-Tel Aviv service through Nov. 30; JFK service remains planned for Sept. 6; Boston launch delayed until further notice
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * Delta extends pause of Atlanta-Tel Aviv service through Nov. 30; JFK service remains planned for Sept. 6; Boston launch delayed until further notice * Delta is extending its pause of service from Atlanta to Tel Aviv (TLV), with service suspended through Nov. 30.  Service from New York-JFK to Tel Aviv is still planned to resume on Sept. 6. Additionally, the launch of Boston (BOS) to TLV serv  more
Discovery of immune tolerance switch could yield better IBD treatments
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Discovery of immune tolerance switch could yield better IBD treatments * Weill Cornell Medicine investigators made an unexpected finding about how the immune system normally suppresses inappropriate chronic inflammation in the intestine, potentially opening new avenues for therapies against inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), food allergy and other autoimmune conditions. The study, published April 24 in the Jou  more
eBay Inc. Reports First Quarter 2026 Results
SAN JOSE, California, April 29 [Category BizBusiness] -- eBay Inc., a company that says it creates ecommerce experiences for buyers, sellers and developers, issued the following news release: * * * eBay Inc. Reports First Quarter 2026 Results * Revenue of $3.1 billion, up 19% on an as-reported basis and up 17% on an FX-Neutral basis * Gross Merchandise Volume ("GMV") of $22.2 billion, up 18% on an as-reported basis and up 14% on an FX-Neutral basis * GAAP and Non-GAAP earnings per diluted   more
Emory joins landmark $21 million NIH study of psychedelics for chronic pain in older adults
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 -- Emory University posted the following news release: * * * Emory joins landmark $21 million NIH study of psychedelics for chronic pain in older adults * Emory University has been named a national research site in a landmark $21 million National Institutes of Health-funded initiative-among the largest federal investments to date in psychedelic research-to evaluate the safety and therapeutic potential of psychedelics for older adults. The project, known as the INSP  more
Entergy reports first quarter 2026 financial results
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, April 29 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Entergy reports first quarter 2026 financial results Company affirms 2026 guidance, raises longer-term outlooks * Entergy Corporation (NYSE: ETR) reported first quarter 2026 earnings per share of 83 cents on an as-reported basis and 86 cents on an adjusted (non-GAAP) basis. "It's shaping up to be another exciting year," said Drew Marsh, Entergy Chair and Chief Executive Officer. "We  more
Environmental Defense Fund: Food Safety Bills Should Prioritize Health, Not Industry Profits
NEW YORK, April 30 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Food safety bills should prioritize health, not industry profits Statement from EDF VP for Political and Government Affairs Joanna Slaney * The U.S. House Energy and Commerce Committee will hold a hearing today on food regulation and oversight. Under consideration are proposals that would make our food safer by closing loopholes in the Generally Recognized as Safe (GRAS) system. O  more
EPA Announces $4.4 Million to Protect Waterways from Sewage Overflows in New York
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Announces $4.4 Million to Protect Waterways from Sewage Overflows in New York * NEW YORK - Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of approximately $80 million through the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant program to help communities address stormwater and sewer infrastructure needs. These grants will strengthen systems that safely ca  more
EPA Announces $80 Million in Funding to Protect Waterways from Sewage Overflows
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Announces $80 Million in Funding to Protect Waterways from Sewage Overflows * U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced the availability of approximately $80 million through the Sewer Overflow and Stormwater Reuse Municipal Grant program to help communities address stormwater and sewer infrastructure needs. These grants will strengthen systems that safely capture and manage sto  more
Everytown Statement on Trump Administration's Attempt to Sabotage ATF and Limit Enforcement of Laws that Prevent Gun Violence, Trafficking
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * Everytown Statement on Trump Administration's Attempt to Sabotage ATF and Limit Enforcement of Laws that Prevent Gun Violence, Trafficking Today, following the joint ATF and Department of Justice announcement of dozens of changes to federal firearms regulations, Everytown for Gun Safety, and its grassroots arms Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, released the following s  more
Family Enterprise Center supports businesses across generations
KENNESAW, Georgia, April 29 -- Kennesaw State University posted the following news release: * * * Family Enterprise Center supports businesses across generations The year was 1991. Fifty-year-old Hank Picken had moved to Georgia from New York to run a small industrial cleaning chemical company after leaving a career in marketing with one of the world's leading household product manufacturers, Colgate Palmolive.  Two years in, he was ready to start a business of his own. One day, while brows  more
FFRF Calls Out Trump's Lies About Shooter Being 'Anti-Christian'
MADISON, Wisconsin, April 30 -- The Freedom From Religion Foundation issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * FFRF calls out Trump's lies about shooter being 'anti-Christian' The Freedom From Religion Foundation is denouncing President Trump's lie that the suspect in custody for attacking the White House Correspondents' Dinner is "anti-Christian." "He had a lot of hatred in his heart for quite a while," the president said during an appearance on Fox News' "The Sunday Briefi  more
First Presbyterian Church of Chicago Senior Pastor Black Testifies Before House Homeland Security Committee
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The House Homeland Security Committee released the following testimony by Rev. David Black, senior pastor and head of staff at the First Presbyterian Church of Chicago, from an April 22, 2026, hearing entitled "Funding Lapse and Security Gaps: Assessing the Harmful Impacts of the DHS Shutdown on Americans, Part II." DHS is the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. * * * Chairman Garbarino, Ranking Member Thompson, and Members of the Committee, My name is Rev. David Blac  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: Many Restaurant Chains Must Comply With California's New Allergen Disclosure Law - Here's Your 8-Step Plan
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 30 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on April 29, 2026: * * * Many Restaurant Chains Must Comply with California's New Allergen Disclosure Law: Here's Your 8-Step Plan If you operate a restaurant chain with 20 or more locations, including at least one in California, you'll likely be covered by a new state law requiring you to disclose certain allergen information on your menus. Here's what you need to know about the new law that takes effect   more
FOP Congratulates ATF Director Cekada!
CHICAGO, Illinois, April 29 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Fraternal Order of Police posted the following news release: * * * FOP Congratulates ATF Director Cekada! * Patrick Yoes, National President of the Fraternal Order of Police, issued the following statement regarding today's Senate confirmation of Robert Cekada to serve as Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) on a 59-39 vote:  "The Fraternal Order of Police extends its congr  more
For musically inclined scientists, similarities between music and science yield benefits for both
NEW YORK, April 29 -- Rockefeller University posted the following news: * * * For musically inclined scientists, similarities between music and science yield benefits for both * A research team in a lab and an orchestra on stage aren't so different. Whether conducting a successful experiment or playing a complex symphony, each group requires collaboration, technique, a range of instruments, good timing, and creativity in order to produce good results, whether that's new data or a thrilled au  more
Four Yalies Receive 2026 Soros Fellowships for 'New Americans'
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, April 29 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Four Yalies receive 2026 Soros fellowships for 'New Americans' Three Yale students and a recent Yale College alumnus are among 30 individuals to receive Paul & Daisy Soros Fellowships for New Americans, which support graduate studies for immigrants or children of immigrants. * Three current Yale students and a member of the Yale College Class of 2023 are among the 30 individuals to receive 2026 Paul & Dais  more
FOX BUSINESS NETWORK OUTPACED CNBC ACROSS BUSINESS DAY, MARKET HOURS AND TOTAL DAY IN APRIL
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Media] -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, posted the following news release: * * * FOX BUSINESS NETWORK OUTPACED CNBC ACROSS BUSINESS DAY, MARKET HOURS AND TOTAL DAY IN APRIL * 'Varney & Co.' and 'Kudlow' Again Placed as the Top Two Programs in Business News NEW YORK - April 29, 2026 - FOX Business Network (FBN) outpaced CNBC across business day, market hours and total day in April 2026, according to Nielsen Media Research Big Data + Panel. Led by FBN'  more
FOX NEWS CHANNEL TOPS ABC AND NBC IN WEEKDAY PRIMETIME THROUGHOUT APRIL WHILE DRIVING YEAR-OVER-YEAR GAINS
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Media] -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, posted the following news release: * * * FOX NEWS CHANNEL TOPS ABC AND NBC IN WEEKDAY PRIMETIME THROUGHOUT APRIL WHILE DRIVING YEAR-OVER-YEAR GAINS CBS and ABC Post Lowest-Rated April with Primetime Viewers This Century  Hannity Secures Best Month of 2026 Surpassing ESPN's Coverage of The Masters Gutfeld! Marks its Five-Year Anniversary Leading Late-Night Television Special Report with Bret Baier Leads CBS Eve  more
From the Living Lab: Rooftop heat recovery slashes Cornell's energy use
ITHACA, New York, April 28 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * From the Living Lab: Rooftop heat recovery slashes Cornell's energy use * By Caitlin Hayes, Cornell Chronicle  To see the latest advance in sustainability on Cornell's campus, facilities engineer Sam Fairchild will tell you to look up to the roof of Olin Hall.  Perched along nearly the entire length of the building's west wing, a brand new heat recovery system -   more
Gillibrand Statement On Supreme Court Undermining The Voting Rights Act
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Statement On Supreme Court Undermining The Voting Rights Act * Today, in response to the Supreme Court's decision undermining Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand released the following statement: "This is a tragic day in our nation's history. Make no mistake: this decision will disenfranchise voters and dilute minority communities' representation   more
Gillibrand, Colleagues Launch New Investigation Into Hegseth's Failure To Protect Troops In Middle East After Fatal Attack
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand, Colleagues Launch New Investigation Into Hegseth's Failure To Protect Troops In Middle East After Fatal Attack * Troops injured in strike on Kuwait post reportedly received no warning to evacuate, were denied requests for additional protections. Survivors of the attack raised concerns about the Trump administration's repeated failures to protect troops from Iranian retaliation.  more
Glenda McNeal Leads American Express "In Partnership With" Conversation with New York Liberty CEO Keia Clarke
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * Glenda McNeal Leads American Express "In Partnership With" Conversation with New York Liberty CEO Keia Clarke * New York Liberty CEO Keia Clarke (left) with American Express Chief Partner Officer Glenda McNeal Keia Clarke is a trailblazer, reshaping leadership in sports. As CEO of the New York Liberty, she has turned the franchise into one that is not just in the women's spor  more
Goldman Calls on REI to Return to Bargaining Table, Reach Fair Agreement With Unionized Workers
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Daniel Goldman, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Goldman Calls on REI to Return to Bargaining Table, Reach Fair Agreement With Unionized Workers Representative Dan Goldman (NY-10) led 40 of his House colleagues in calling on REI Co-op to return to the bargaining table and negotiate in good faith, as required by federal law, to reach a fair collective bargaining agreement with unionized workers at stores across the country, including those at th  more
Governor Hochul Announces Launch of New 10-Year Statewide Effort to Assess Gambling Addiction and Behaviors in New York State
ALBANY, New York, April 29 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Launch of New 10-Year Statewide Effort to Assess Gambling Addiction and Behaviors in New York State * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the launch of a new, decade-long survey effort designed to assess gambling behaviors of New Yorkers and evaluate where additional problem gambling-related services and supports may be needed. New Yorkers in all areas of the stat  more
Governor Hochul Announces Record Funding for State-Certified Rape Crisis Programs, Honors Survivors During Sexual Assault Awareness Month
ALBANY, New York, April 29 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Record Funding for State-Certified Rape Crisis Programs, Honors Survivors During Sexual Assault Awareness Month * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced record-level funding of nearly $13 million for state-certified rape crisis programs, an investment that strengthens support for survivors statewide and is sustained in the Governor's FY27 Executive Budget. The Govern  more
Governor Of Sinaloa And Nine Other Current And Former Mexican Officials Charged With Drug Trafficking And Weapons Offenses
NEW YORK, April 29 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Governor Of Sinaloa And Nine Other Current And Former Mexican Officials Charged With Drug Trafficking And Weapons Offenses * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, and Administrator of the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration ("DEA"), Terrance C. Cole, announced today the unsealing of an indictment charging RUBEN ROCHA MOYA,   more
Governor Polis Makes Two Appointments to the 23rd Judicial District
DENVER, Colorado, April 29 -- Gov. Jared Polis, D-Colorado, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Polis Makes Two Appointments to the 23rd Judicial District Today, Governor Polis appointed Beth A. Elliott-Dumler to the 23rd Judicial District Court. This appointment fills the vacancy occasioned by the retirement of the Honorable Ben L. Leutwyler, III. The appointment is effective June 1, 2026. The Governor also appointed W. Casey Brown to the Douglas County Court in the 23rd Judic  more
Greenberg Traurig's House Band, The Meltones, Plays It Forward for The Headstrong Project, Again Wins Law Rocks LA
MIAMI, Florida, April 29 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig's House Band, The Meltones, Plays It Forward for The Headstrong Project, Again Wins Law Rocks LA * LOS ANGELES - April 29, 2026 - Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's house band, The Meltones, won the battle of the bands at Law Rocks Los Angeles during a sold-out concert Friday night at a historic West Hollywood venue, Whisky A Go Go. The firm raised more than  more
Growing Impact: Binghamton University Generates $1.79 Billion for New York State
BINGHAMTON, New York, April 30 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Growing impact: Binghamton University generates $1.79 billion for New York state Rises in employment, construction, and student spending fuel 8% annual growth By David Hermanovitch Binghamton University generated $1.79 billion for the New York state economy in the 2024-2025 fiscal year, according to a new report from the Binghamton University Office of Institutional Research. The total includes an incr  more
Hadley Johnson '25 Selected for NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program
HAMILTON, New York, April 29 -- Colgate University posted the following news: * * * Hadley Johnson '25 Selected for NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program * Hadley Johnson '25 has been selected for the NIH Oxford-Cambridge Scholars Program (OxCam), a transatlantic partnership between the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the University of Oxford, and the University of Cambridge. Designed to support exceptional young scientists pursuing advanced biomedical research, the program selects a sm  more
Halcyon Ransomware Research Center Senior VP Kaiser Testifies Before House Homeland Security Subcommittees
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Border Security and Enforcement and Subcommittee on Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Protection released the following testimony by Cynthia Kaiser, senior vice president of the Halcyon Ransomware Research Center, and former deputy assistant director of the FBI Cyber Division, from an April 21, 2026, joint hearing entitled "Online Scams, Crypto Fraud, and Digital Extortion: An Examination of How Transnational Criminal Networks Ta  more
HBO Original Documentary THE A LIST: 15 STORIES FROM ASIAN AND PACIFIC DIASPORAS Debuts May 13
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * HBO Original Documentary THE A LIST: 15 STORIES FROM ASIAN AND PACIFIC DIASPORAS Debuts May 13 * * The HBO Original documentary THE A LIST: 15 STORIES FROM ASIAN AND PACIFIC DIASPORAS, directed by Eugene Yi ("The Rose: Come Back to Me," "Free Chol Soo Lee"), executive produced by Timothy Greenfield-Sanders ("Toni Morrison: The Pieces I Am," "Lou Reed  more
Health Subcommittee Holds Legislative Hearing on Policies to Strengthen FDA Food Regulation
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Morgan Griffith, R-Virginia, chairman of the House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee on Health, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Health Subcommittee Holds Legislative Hearing on Policies to Strengthen FDA Food Regulation Today, Congressman Morgan Griffith (VA-09), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Health, led a hearing titled Healthier America: Legislative Proposals on the Regulation and Oversight of Food. "This Administration has taken man  more
Hispanic Federation Condemns Supreme Court Ruling: A Huge Step Back for Every Community Still Fighting for Equal Representation
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Political] -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release: * * * Hispanic Federation Condemns Supreme Court Ruling: A Huge Step Back for Every Community Still Fighting for Equal Representation Today, the Supreme Court struck down Louisiana's congressional voting map ruling that state l  more
Hofstra Students and Faculty Showcase Research at Global Physics Summit
HEMPSTEAD, New York, April 30 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Hofstra Students and Faculty Showcase Research at Global Physics Summit Ginny Greenberg Faculty members and students from the Department of Physics and Astronomy represented Hofstra University last month at the American Physical Society (APS) Global Physics Summit, the world's largest physics conference. Held in Denver, Colorado, the summit is the largest physics research conference in the world, uniting 14  more
Hofstra University: Food As Medicine Conference Highlights Power of Nutrition to Transform Community Health
HEMPSTEAD, New York, April 30 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Food As Medicine Conference Highlights Power of Nutrition to Transform Community Health Lindsey Angioletti Hofstra University brought together health leaders, researchers, and community partners during National Public Health Week (NPHW) to examine a simple but powerful idea that people can shape how they live, heal, and thrive through what they eat. The Food As Medicine Conference, held earlier this month,   more
Home price growth continues to slow in February
IRVINE, California, April 29 [Category: BizReal Estate] -- Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) issued the following news release: * * * Home price growth continues to slow in February * The S&P Cotality Case-Shiller Home Price Index, formerly known as the S&P CoreLogic Case-Shiller Home Price Index, is a leading measure of U.S. residential real estate prices. The U.S. housing market is finding a new equilibrium dominated by slower home price growth. The rapid appreciation of years past has faded,  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Issues Statement Following King Charles' Joint Address to Congress
WASHINGTON, April 28 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Issues Statement Following King Charles' Joint Address to Congress * Washington, D.C. - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today issued a statement following His Majesty King Charles III's Joint Address to Congress: "It was a great honor to serve on the escort committee for His Majesty King Charl  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, HFAC Democrats Call on Rubio and Mast for a Hearing on Iran Negotiations
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, HFAC Democrats Call on Rubio and Mast for a Hearing on Iran Negotiations Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today led all Committee Democrats in sending companion letters to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Chairman Brian Mast reiterating Committee Democrats' demand for public hearings on the stat  more
House Judiciary Committee Ranking Member Raskin Issues Opening Statement at Hearing on Instrumental Role of Congress to Support All Victims of Sexual Violence
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following opening statement on April 29, 2026, at a Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance hearing entitled "Peace of Mind: Strengthening Victim Protections Under Kayleigh's Law": * * * Ranking Member Raskin's Opening Statement at Subcommittee Hearing on the Instrumental Role of Congress to Support All Victims of Sexual Violence Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Rankin  more
How the Quaker Commitment empowered one student to create her path at Penn
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, April 29 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * How the Quaker Commitment empowered one student to create her path at Penn * Gabrielle Fine, a fourth year from Long Island, New York, comes from a family steeped in real estate careers. Her father? A mortgage banker. Her mother? A real estate agent. Her brother? A real estate lawyer. Fine, however, had a different vision for herself. "I knew since high school that I was really passi  more
Human Rights Watch Issues Commentary: Arevalo's Narrow Path to Change in Guatemala
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following commentary by Deputy Director of the Americas Juan Pappier: * * * Arevalo's Narrow Path to Change in Guatemala One decision has marked Bernardo Arevalo's term as president of Guatemala perhaps more than any other: He has not tried to unilaterally remove the Attorney General, Consuelo Porras, who sought to prevent him from taking office. Guatemalans have endlessly discussed the merits of this choice. As A  more
Human Rights Watch: FIFA - New Rule Recognizes Afghan Women's Team
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * FIFA: New Rule Recognizes Afghan Women's Team * (Vancouver) - The FIFA Council's decision to approve amendments to its Governance Regulations provides a landmark opportunity to ensure gender equity and human rights in sport, the Sport & Rights Alliance (SRA) said today. These changes allow for the official recognition of the Afghanistan Women's National Team in exile, ensuring that the players  more
Human Rights Watch: Israel Bankrolls War Crimes in Occupied Syrian Golan
NEW YORK, April 28 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * Israel Bankrolls War Crimes in Occupied Syrian Golan (Beirut) - The Israeli government has approved a $334 million plan to transfer thousands more Israeli civilians into the occupied Syrian Golan Heights, Human Rights Watch said today. The decision, adopted by the cabinet on April 17, 2026, is a clear statement of intent to commit war crimes.  "Israel's cabinet has put public money behind a w  more
Human Rights Watch: Saudi Arabia  Halt Imminent Executions of Ethiopian Migrants
NEW YORK, April 28 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * Saudi Arabia: Halt Imminent Executions of Ethiopian Migrants (Beirut) - At least 65 Ethiopian migrants are at imminent risk of execution in Saudi Arabia for drug-related offenses, Human Rights Watch said today. Saudi authorities executed three others on April 21, 2026. "Saudi Arabia's willingness to execute foreign migrants for nonviolent offences following trials that denied them basic due pr  more
Human Rights Watch: U.S. - Allow Those With Felony Convictions to Vote
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * US: Allow Those With Felony Convictions to Vote Legislation advancing in Maryland and Alabama would expand voting rights for people with felony convictions, marking significant progress in the movement to expand voting rights for all, Human Rights Watch said today. Alabama recently enacted a law to make it easier for people to vote after they complete prison sentences. Maryland Governor Wes Moo  more
Human Rights Watch: U.S. Court Upholds Right to Seek Asylum
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * US Court Upholds Right to Seek Asylum A panel of the United States Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia rejected on April 24 the government's denial of the right to seek asylum for asylum seekers who arrive at the southern border. The ruling stops summary deportations based on President Donald Trump's Inauguration Day proclamation of an "invasion" at the US-Mexico border.  The court   more
Humanities scholars tackle research across disciplines
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Humanities scholars tackle research across disciplines * Seniors in the Humanities Scholars Program (HSP) in the College of Arts & Sciences will showcase their research at an all-day conference May 1 at the A.D. White House. Their work, developed over multiple semesters of sustained, interdisciplinary inquiry, spans across humanities fields and also highlights intersections with science, technology, business,  more
Hunter College Sends Four Abroad as Fulbright Scholars
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, issued the following news: * * * Hunter College Sends Four Abroad as Fulbright Scholars Hunter is sending a transfer student, two graduate students, and two alumnae abroad as Fulbright Scholars this year. Christine M. Coley '26; Vivien Garpestad '25, MA '28; and Adrianne Nemchik '24 will be representing Hunter -- and the United States -- in Jamaica, Norway, Australia, respectively, in the prestigi  more
Hunter-Led Disability Rights Pilot Scales Statewide With $8 Million Grant
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, issued the following news: * * * Hunter-Led Disability Rights Pilot Scales Statewide with $8 Million Grant A nationally recognized supported decision-making model developed at Hunter College is being scaled statewide following an $8 million award from the New York State Office for People With Developmental Disabilities. The grant affirms Hunter's leadership in inclusive education, applied researc  more
ICYMI: Congressman Pat Harrigan Pens Op-ed with Senator Joni Ernst on Standing Up for Allied Special Operations Warriors
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Pat Harrigan, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Congressman Pat Harrigan Pens Op-ed with Senator Joni Ernst on Standing Up for Allied Special Operations Warriors * Contact: Lexi Kranich (814) 380-4408 WASHINGTON, D.C.- In a new op-ed for the New York Post, Congressman Pat Harrigan (R-NC-10) and Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA) call on Washington to stop staying silent as Australia and the United Kingdom subject their special operations   more
ICYMI: CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY FROM SECRETARY HEGSETH ON PORT SHUAIBA DRONE STRIKE
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY FROM SECRETARY HEGSETH ON PORT SHUAIBA DRONE STRIKE * IN CASE YOU MISSED IT Congressman Pat Ryan Demands Accountability from Secretary Hegseth on Port Shuaiba Drone Strike Watch the Full Video HERE WASHINGTON, DC - Congressman Pat Ryan, a member of the House Armed Services Committee, on Tuesday questioned Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth about  more
Informa Brands Fly High at Prestigious US B2B Journalism Awards
LONDON, England, April 30 -- Informa PLC issued the following news release: * * * Informa brands fly high at prestigious US B2B journalism awards Aviation Week takes top honour among 12 wins for Informa * Informa teams and journalists won 12 Jesse H. Neal Awards across seven brands at the 2026 ceremony held in New York. The wins recognise excellence in many areas of specialist media, from editorial to art design, as well as across a number of different specialist markets, with awards for   more
Innovation on Display: Catalyst Research Day 2026
BUFFALO, New York, April 29 -- D'Youville College posted the following news: * * * Innovation on Display: Catalyst Research Day 2026 * The Health Professions Hub was the central venue for Catalyst, D'Youville University's annual research day. This year's event brought together faculty, staff, students, and community partners to present original research, creative scholarship, and new teaching innovations. The sheer range of inquiry on display was a testament to the diverse curiosity of the   more
Institute for Energy Research: UAE Leaves OPEC
WASHINGTON, April 29 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary: * * * The UAE Leaves OPEC * Key Takeaways 1 The United Arab Emirates will withdraw from OPEC and OPEC+ on May 1 and chart its own course with regard to oil production through the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company. 2 The UAE has been pursuing higher production, and has invested heavily to achieve a target of around five million barrels per day, but was only producing about 3.4 million   more
International Chamber of Commerce Posts Commentary: Cross-border disputes in a fragmented world: Strategic considerations for 2026 and beyond
PARIS, France, April 29 [Category: Business] -- The International Chamber of Commerce posted the following commentary: * * * Cross-border disputes in a fragmented world: Strategic considerations for 2026 and beyond In this guest blog, Omani & Partners share perspectives on how cross-border disputes are no longer limited to contractual disagreements. In regions such as the Middle East and North Africa (MENA), growing investment and legal reforms are increasing complexity. With challenges such   more
Iona University Explore Meaningful Careers in the AI Age
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Labor economist David Autor opened a conference at Iona University to examine the transformation of the workplace and education in the era of artificial intelligence. Hosted by the Gabelli Center for Teaching and Learning, the event focused on finding meaningful careers as technology changes the nature of professional expertise. Autor, a professor at MIT, argued that the central issue is how technology alters the domain-specific knowledge required to accomplish valuable   more
ISDA Margin Survey Shows Leading Derivatives Firms Collected Record $1.6 Trillion of Margin in 2025
NEW YORK, April 30 -- The International Swaps and Derivatives Association issued the following news release: * * * ISDA Margin Survey Shows Leading Derivatives Firms Collected Record $1.6 Trillion of Margin in 2025 ISDA has published its latest annual margin survey, which shows that initial margin (IM) and variation margin (VM) collected by the leading derivatives market participants for their non-cleared derivatives exposures increased by 9.3% to a record $1.6 trillion at the end of 2025. T  more
Israel's Discriminatory Death Penalty Law Requires UK Action
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following joint statement with10 organizations : * * * Israel's Discriminatory Death Penalty Law Requires UK Action Joint statement: Israeli parliament's cruel and discriminatory death penalty law requires concrete UK action  The Israeli parliament's new death penalty legislation, adopted on 30 March 2026, is discriminatory by design, and applicable primarily, if not exclusively, to Palestinians in practice. This   more
Joel Gora Combines Passion for Politics and Government With Joy of Teaching
BROOKLYN, New York, April 29 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news: * * * Joel Gora Combines Passion for Politics and Government With Joy of Teaching * Professor Joel Gora is one of five professors retiring after this spring semester. To share a memory of or send greetings to Professor Gora, please send an email to communications@brooklaw.edu with the subject line "Professor Gora Retirement." Fascinated with government and politics since he was a teenager, Professor Joel Gora kne  more
Johns Hopkins: Alum and Film Producer Luke Kelly-Clyne on His Path to the Entertainment Industry
BALTIMORE, Maryland, April 29 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following Q&A on April 27, 2026, involving alum and film producer Luke Kelly-Clyne, head of studio for comedian Kevin Hart's Hartbeat production company: * * * Alum and film producer Luke Kelly-Clyne on his path to the entertainment industry Kelly-Clyne screens his new documentary 'Deepfaking Sam Altman' on April 30 as part of JHU's Stories That Matter film series and shares career advice with students Rachel Wallach Luke   more
Judicial Watch Lawsuit Settlement Causes Review and Removal of 800,000 Ineligible Voters from Oregon Voter Rolls
WASHINGTON, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- Judicial Watch issued the following news release: * * * Judicial Watch Lawsuit Settlement Causes Review and Removal of 800,000 Ineligible Voters from Oregon Voter Rolls Judicial Watch announced a settlement in its federal lawsuit against Oregon election officials, which confirms 800,000 ineligible voter names are slated for review and removal from voter registration lists. The settlement requires state officials to produce detailed data and enforc  more
Juniata College: Making Education Possible for the Next Generation
HUNTINGDON, Pennsylvania, April 30 -- Juniata College issued the following news: * * * Making education possible for the next generation Karl Kindig '72 endows four-year scholarship to support students * When young Karl Kindig '72 visited the Juniata campus in the spring of 1969, he could not have known how the College would change the trajectory of his life. In the spirit of giving back, Kindig and his wife Rhonda have established a scholarship to relieve the costs of tuition for selec  more
Justice Department Sues New Jersey Over Attempt to Regulate Federal Law Enforcement
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Justice Department Sues New Jersey Over Attempt to Regulate Federal Law Enforcement Today, the Department of Justice filed a lawsuit against New Jersey, Governor Mikie Sherrill, and Attorney General Jennifer Davenport challenging their unconstitutional attempt to regulate federal law enforcement officers through the so-called "Law Enforcement Officer Protection Act." "The Departm  more
Kennedy Sounds Alarm on GOP Threats to Election Integrity, Defends Western New Yorkers' Right to Vote
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy Sounds Alarm on GOP Threats to Election Integrity, Defends Western New Yorkers' Right to Vote * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) participated in a Homeland Security Committee hearing focused on protecting American elections from federal overreach, using the platform to underscore what is at stake for voters in Western New York and across the country. Kennedy warned   more
Landmark Exhibition at the Smithsonian American Art Museum Unites U.S. Bicentennial Photography Surveys for the First Time
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The Smithsonian Institution American Art Museum issued the following news release: * * * Landmark Exhibition at the Smithsonian American Art Museum Unites U.S. Bicentennial Photography Surveys for the First Time "Much Here Is Beautiful: Photography Surveys of the U.S. Bicentennial" Captures a Portrait of the Nation a Half-Century Ago * "Much Here Is Beautiful: Photography Surveys of the U.S. Bicentennial" at the Smithsonian American Art Museum brings together, for th  more
LDF Urges Texas Governor to Grant Reprieve to James Broadnax
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * LDF Urges Texas Governor to Grant Reprieve to James Broadnax * Today, the Legal Defense Fund (LDF) sent Texas Governor Greg Abbott a letter pressing for the grant of reprieve of execution for James Broadnax, a Black man who faces execution by the state on Thursday, April 30. On April 27 th, the U.S. Supreme Court denied Mr. Broadnax's petition for certiorari and on Apri  more
LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION EVISCERATING THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT
WASHINGTON, April 29 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION EVISCERATING THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT * Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: The unfettered right to vote is central to our great democracy. Instead of protecting the ability for American citizens to freely cast their ballot, Republican extremists have embraced voter suppression a  more
LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION EVISCERATING THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON SUPREME COURT DECISION EVISCERATING THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT * Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: The unfettered right to vote is central to our great democracy. Instead of protecting the ability for American citizens to freely cast their ballot, Republican extremists have embraced voter suppression and racial gerrymandering t  more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE WILL NOT LET THEIR SCHEME TO RIG THE MIDTERM ELECTION BE SUCCESSFUL"
WASHINGTON, April 29 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE WILL NOT LET THEIR SCHEME TO RIG THE MIDTERM ELECTION BE SUCCESSFUL" * Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined members of the Congressional Black Caucus for a press conference where they made clear that they will continue to fight back against extreme MAGA Republicans and Donald Trump's strategy to rip the right to vote away from the Americ  more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE WILL NOT LET THEIR SCHEME TO RIG THE MIDTERM ELECTION BE SUCCESSFUL"
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE WILL NOT LET THEIR SCHEME TO RIG THE MIDTERM ELECTION BE SUCCESSFUL" * Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined members of the Congressional Black Caucus for a press conference where they made clear that they will continue to fight back against extreme MAGA Republicans and Donald Trump's strategy to rip the right to vote away from the American people. LEADER JEFFRI  more
Legal Teams React to SCOTUS Arguments on Cases Challenging Termination of TPS for Haiti and Syria
NEW YORK, April 30 -- The International Refugee Assistance Project posted the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * LEGAL TEAMS REACT TO SCOTUS ARGUMENTS ON CASES CHALLENGING TERMINATION OF TPS FOR HAITI AND SYRIA (Washington, D.C.) -- Today, the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in Mullin v. Dahlia Doe and Trump v. Miot, two class action lawsuits challenging the Trump administration's attempts to terminate Temporary Protected Status (TPS) for hundreds of thousands of people from S  more
Local & Regional Project Assistance Program Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, April 29 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48863) on April 23, 2026, entitled "Local and Regional Project Assistance Program - Background and Selected Considerations:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Trends This section of the report evaluates trends regarding funding, capital and planning grant awards, and modal split of grant awards since the beginning of the program in FY2009 through FY2025. This section also examines policy c  more
MAGNOLIA NETWORK PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS: MAY/ JUNE 2026
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * MAGNOLIA NETWORK PROGRAMMING HIGHLIGHTS: MAY/ JUNE 2026 * NEW YORK - April 29, 2026 - Magnolia Network 's May and June schedule brings a fresh slate of new episodes, season finales, and season premieres from returning series. The slate begins with new episodes of Storied Spaces on Saturdays at 1 and 1:30 p.m. ET/PT. Catch the season finale on May 16 a  more
Meeks, HFAC Democrats Call on Rubio and Mast for a Hearing on Iran Negotiations
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Meeks, HFAC Democrats Call on Rubio and Mast for a Hearing on Iran Negotiations Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today led all Committee Democrats in sending companion letters to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Chairman Brian Mast reiterating Committee Democrats' de  more
MENG, FRANKEL, DEGETTE, JAYAPAL, JACOBS, AND MEEKS INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO NULLIFY RADICAL EXPANDED GLOBAL GAG RULE
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * MENG, FRANKEL, DEGETTE, JAYAPAL, JACOBS, AND MEEKS INTRODUCE LEGISLATION TO NULLIFY RADICAL EXPANDED GLOBAL GAG RULE * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Reps. Grace Meng (D-NY) Chair of the Reproductive Freedom Caucus International Women's Rights Task Force, Lois Frankel (D-FL) Ranking Member of the House Appropriations Subcommittee National Security, Department of State, and Related Programs, Diana DeGette (  more
MGMA Urges Strengthened Oversight of No Surprises Act Implementation
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The Medical Group Management Association issued the following letter on April 27, 2026: * * * The Honorable Scott Bessent, Secretary, Department of the Treasury, 1500 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20220 The Honorable Keith Sonderling, Acting Secretary, Department of Labor, 200 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20201 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., Secretary, Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20201 D  more
Minnesota Senate Finance Committee Advances Critical Gun Violence Prevention Omnibus Package
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * Minnesota Senate Finance Committee Advances Critical Gun Violence Prevention Omnibus Package * Last Month, Under the Leadership of Speaker Demuth, Minnesota House Republicans Blocked a Motion to Advance Legislation to Prohibit Assault Weapons and High-Capacity Magazines ST. PAUL, MN -Today, the Minnesota Senate Finance Committee advanced a comprehensive gun violence prevention o  more
Morgan Stanley Investment Management Provides $875 Million Debt Financing to Bridgepointe Technologies
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Morgan Stanley Investment Management Provides $875 Million Debt Financing to Bridgepointe Technologies Morgan Stanley Investment Management announced today that funds managed by Morgan Stanley Private Credit have led an $875 million senior debt financing package for Bridgepointe Technologies (Bridgepointe or the Company), a leading technology advisor  more
N.Y. Department of Public Service Appoints Jason Zehr as Interim Executive Director of the Office of Renewable Energy Siting
ALBANY, New York, April 29 -- The New York State Department of Public Service issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * Department of Public Service Appoints Jason Zehr as Interim Executive Director of the Office of Renewable Energy Siting DPS Commences Search for New Executive Director * Rory M. Christian, Chief Executive Officer of the New York State Department of Public Service, announced today the appointment of Jason Zehr as Interim Executive Director of the New York S  more
N.Y. Department of State Celebrates Groundbreaking for $1.2 Million Downtown Revitalization Initiative Fromer Market Gardens Expansion in Tannersville
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The New York Department of State issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * NEW YORK DEPARTMENT OF STATE CELEBRATES GROUNDBREAKING FOR $1.2 MILLION DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION INITIATIVE FROMER MARKET GARDENS EXPANSION IN TANNERSVILLE DRI is Supporting the 50 Percent Expansion of Fromer Market Gardens, a Farm that Provides Fresh Produce to the Local Community Project Will Increase Farm Stand Capacity and the Expansion of a Culinary Kitchen; Add More   more
N.Y. State Department of Labor Commissioner Reardon Visits Buffalo Schools, Awards Funds for Teacher Apprenticeship Program During National Apprenticeship Week
ALBANY, New York, April 29 -- The New York State Department of Labor issued the following news release on April 28, 2026: * * * New York State Department of Labor Commissioner Reardon Visits Buffalo Schools, Awards Funds for Teacher Apprenticeship Program During National Apprenticeship Week Visit Highlights Registered Apprenticeships as a Proven Pathway into High-Demand Careers NYSDOL Awards More Than $19,000 to Support Expanding Programming in Western New York * New York State Department  more
N.Y. State Dept.'s Address Confidentiality Program Has Served More Than 10,000 Participants Since Its 2012 Launch
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The New York Department of State issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF STATE'S ADDRESS CONFIDENTIALITY PROGRAM HAS SERVED MORE THAN 10,000 PARTICIPANTS SINCE ITS 2012 LAUNCH The Program Continues to Provide Resources for Thousands of Domestic and other Physical Violence Victims in New York * The New York State Department of State's Address Confidentiality Program (ACP) today announced the enrollment of its t  more
NATIONAL ACTION NETWORK: REV. AL SHARPTON CONDEMNS SUPREME COURT'S DECISION TO GUT SECTION 2 OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT - "A BULLET IN THE HEART OF THE VOTING RIGHTS MOVEMENT"
HARLEM, New York, April 30 -- The National Action Network issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * REV. AL SHARPTON CONDEMNS SUPREME COURT'S DECISION TO GUT SECTION 2 OF THE VOTING RIGHTS ACT: "A BULLET IN THE HEART OF THE VOTING RIGHTS MOVEMENT" Sharpton Says Today's 6-3 Ruling Humiliates the Legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Dismantles Decades of Hard-Won Civil Rights Progress * Rev. Al Sharpton, Founder and President of the National Action Network (NAN), issued t  more
National Urban League: SCOTUS Ruling on Louisiana Congressional Map "A Set Back for American Democracy"
NEW YORK, April 30 -- The National Urban League issued the following statement on April 29, 2026: * * * SCOTUS Ruling on Louisiana Congressional Map "A Set Back for American Democracy" National Urban League President and CEO and former New Orleans Mayor Marc H. Morial issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Supreme Court decision on Louisiana v Callais: "Today's decision in Louisiana v. Callais is a profound setback for American democracy and a direct blow to the voting power   more
Nerves in skin can slow melanoma growth
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Nerves in skin can slow melanoma growth * Nerve fibers within melanomas can slow the growth of these tumors, according to a study led by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. The findings help clarify the emerging field of cancer neuroscience and may inform future therapeutic strategies. In the study, published April 29 in Neuron, the researchers used mouse models of the skin cancer melanoma to examine the pr  more
Nerves in Skin Can Slow Melanoma Growth
NEW YORK, April 29 -- Cornell University - Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences posted the following news: * * * Nerves in Skin Can Slow Melanoma Growth * Nerve fibers within melanomas can slow the growth of these tumors, according to a study led by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. The findings help clarify the emerging field of cancer neuroscience and may inform future therapeutic strategies. In the study, published April 29 in Neuron, the researchers used mouse models of  more
Never miss the action: FOX One brings streaming sports and more to Delta Sync
ATLANTA, Georgia, April 29 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * Never miss the action: FOX One brings streaming sports and more to Delta Sync From buzzer beaters to breaking news, some moments are meant to be watched live.  * As Delta continues to expand the Delta Sync ecosystem, the airline is bringing more can't-miss experiences on board -starting with a new FOX One partnership that delivers the world's most-watched moments within reach at 35,000 feet  more
New Study Finds Urban Parks in Less Privileged Neighborhoods Are Smaller, Hotter and More Polluted
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * New Study Finds Urban Parks in Less Privileged Neighborhoods Are Smaller, Hotter and More Polluted A new study from researchers at George Washington University Milken Institute of Public Health reveals that not all urban parks provide equal health benefits. Parks in less privileged neighborhoods across the United States tend to be smaller, hotter, and more polluted than those in wealthier areas - highlightin  more
Newmark Facilitates Sale and Financing of Office and Retail Components at The Pointe at Polaris in Columbus, Ohio
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Newmark Group posted the following news release: * * * Newmark Facilitates Sale and Financing of Office and Retail Components at The Pointe at Polaris in Columbus, Ohio Newmark announces the Company has facilitated the sale and acquisition financing of the office and retail components of The Pointe at Polaris, a top-of-market mixed-use asset located in the Polaris submarket of Columbus, Ohio. The property was acquired by DFWLAND from a joint venture between VanTrust Real  more
NextGen Acela Takes Center Stage in Amtrak's New Bold Commercial, 'The Build'
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * NextGen Acela Takes Center Stage in Amtrak's New Bold Commercial, 'The Build' * Ad embraces a new era of American rail with a confident, premium edge Amtrak's newest commercial, ' The Build,' has just dropped with 30-second and 15-second spots featuring the electrifying speed, premium amenities, and smooth ride of its NextGen Acela trains. The commercial exudes a polished, sleek aesthetic, an  more
Nicole Fleetwood elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences
OXFORD, Ohio, April 29 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Nicole Fleetwood elected to American Academy of Arts and Sciences * Nicole Fleetwood, a 1994 graduate of Miami University, has been elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences for 2026. A noted academic, curator, and author, Fleetwood is the Paulette Goddard Professor in Media, Culture, and Communication at New York University. The MacArthur Fellow's book, "Marking Time: Art in the Era of Mass Incarceratio  more
Northwestern University: Gift of Photos Bears Witness to the World's Most Vulnerable Communities
EVANSTON, Illinois, April 30 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release: * * * Gift of photos bears witness to the world's most vulnerable communities The Block Museum of Art announces a gift of works by Fazal Sheikh in honor of Henry and Leigh Bienen * The Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art at Northwestern University has received a major gift of 14 photographs by internationally acclaimed artist Fazal Sheikh, given by the artist in honor of Interim President and President  more
NSF to support undergraduate scholarships in ceramic engineering at Alfred University
ALFRED, New York, April 28 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * NSF to support undergraduate scholarships in ceramic engineering at Alfred University * Advanced ceramic and glass materials are critical to aerospace, semiconductor manufacturing - including hardware for quantum computing - clean energy systems, healthcare and more. Ceramics-defined as inorganic, non-metallic materials-perform where other materials fail. They are perhaps the widest class of materials wi  more
NYCLU on Supreme Court Weakening Voting Rights Act
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following news release: * * * NYCLU on Supreme Court Weakening Voting Rights Act * Today the U.S. Supreme Court further weakened the landmark protections of the Voting Rights Act of 1965. In response, the New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following statement from NYCLU Voting Rights Project Director Perry Grossman:  "Today's shameful decision by the U.S. Supreme Court to further weaken the Voting   more
Offshore Wind - Status & Issues for the 119th Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, April 29 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13034) on April 28, 2026. The white paper is written by naturaL resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay, energy policy specialist Corrie E. Clark and public finance specialist Donald J. Marples: * * * Offshore Wind: Status and Issues for the 119th Congress The Outer Continental Shelf Lands Act, as amended (OCSLA, 43 U.S.C. Sec.1337(p)), authorizes the Secretary of the Inte  more
Pappas, Huffman, Quigley Introduce Legislation to Improve Active Transportation Systems
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Chris Pappas, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release: * * * Pappas, Huffman, Quigley Introduce Legislation to Improve Active Transportation Systems Today Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), Congressman Jared Huffman (CA-02), members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, and Congressman Mike Quigley (IL-05) introduced legislation to reauthorize and improve the Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP), a federal g  more
Permanent windfall tax urged as TotalEnergies announce 'indecent' profits while French households lose over EUR2 billion
BOSTON, Massachusetts, April 29 [Category: Energy]-- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release: * * * Permanent windfall tax urged as TotalEnergies announce 'indecent' profits while French households lose over EUR2 billion * 350.org campaigners in France and Africa today called for a permanent windfall tax on fossil fuel profits, as French oil giant TotalEnergies announced "indecent" first   more
Perspectives on the new SRJH curriculum with Ambrosia Beckford, MPH 2026
NEW YORK, April 29 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy posted the following news release: * * * Perspectives on the new SRJH curriculum with Ambrosia Beckford, MPH 2026 * Ambrosia Beckford is part of the first cohort of students to participate in the Sexual and Reproductive Justice & Health (SRJH) MPH curriculum. From undergraduate degrees at Brooklyn College and an MPH at CUNY SPH to working with the CUNY SPH Foundation and Sexual & Reproduc  more
Ph.D. student finds new flower in Finger Lakes forests
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Ph.D. student finds new flower in Finger Lakes forests * Justin Scholten '22 knows the plants growing on the forest floor around the Finger Lakes. There's the white baneberry, Actaea pachypoda. And the red baneberry, Actaea rubra. Both about 30-70 centimeters tall, herbaceous and extremely toxic to humans. But in 2023 as he hiked through Summer Hill State Forest, less than 30 miles northeast of Ithaca, he not  more
President Cramer Visits the Max Planck New York Center for Non-Equilibrium Quantum Phenomena
HAMBURG, Germany, April 29 -- The Max Planck Institute for the Structure and Dynamics of Matter posted the following news on April 27, 2026: * * * President Cramer visits the Max Planck New York Center for Non-Equilibrium Quantum Phenomena On 17 March, Center Director Dmitri Basov and Deputy Director Angel Rubio welcomed Max Planck Society President Patrick Cramer at the premises of Columbia University and of the Center for Computational Quantum Physics (CCQ). The directors had the opportunit  more
Production Workers at Penn Live Arts' Annenberg Center Vote Unanimously to Join IATSE Local 8
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees posted the following news release: * * * Production Workers at Penn Live Arts' Annenberg Center Vote Unanimously to Join IATSE Local 8 * PHILADELPHIA, PA - Eight production employees at The University of Pennsylvania's Penn Live Arts' Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts have voted unanimously to join the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees (IATSE) Local 8. On April 2  more
Purdue student entrepreneurs receive $50,000 from Purdue Innovates Incubator
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, April 29 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Purdue student entrepreneurs receive $50,000 from Purdue Innovates Incubator Four teams of Purdue University student entrepreneurs won a combined $50,000 from the Purdue Innovates Incubator during the finals of the 2026 New Venture Challenge. The annual six-workshop series prepares startups for market entry and fundraising. Ten teams were named finalists and showcased their technology at demonstra  more
R.I. Governor Submits Budget Amendment Finalizing $1 Billion Energy Relief Plan
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, April 30 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Governor Submits Budget Amendment Finalizing $1 Billion Energy Relief Plan Revised Virtual Net Metering Proposal Saves Ratepayers Up to $258 Million While Protecting Operating Projects * Governor Dan McKee today submitted a budget amendment revising the FY27 proposal governing large-scale solar projects under Rhode Island's Virtual Net Metering (VNM) program  more
Ralph, Schlom elected to National Academy of Sciences
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Ralph, Schlom elected to National Academy of Sciences * A physicist and a materials scientist are Cornell's 2026 electees to the National Academy of Sciences (NAS), the academy announced April 28. The newly elected members are Daniel Ralph, Ph.D. '93, the F.R. Newman Professor of Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences; and Darrell Schlom, the Tisch University Professor in the Department of Materials Scie  more
Rep. Gillen Presses NOAA Administrator on the Dangerous Shortage of Aviation Meteorologists and Protecting Beachgoers from Rip Currents on Long Island
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Laura Gillen, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gillen Presses NOAA Administrator on the Dangerous Shortage of Aviation Meteorologists and Protecting Beachgoers from Rip Currents on Long Island * A video of the full remarks is available HERE. WASHINGTON, DC - Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) questioned Dr. Neil Jacobs, Administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), during a House Science, Space, and Techno  more
Rep. Smith, Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation Director Issue Commentary to The Hill: What's Inside the Blind Box? Trendy Toys on U.S. Shelves Evade Uyghur Labor Law.'
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, and Adrian Zenz, senior fellow and director in China studies at the Victims of Communism Memorial Foundation, issued the following commentary on April 29, 2026, to The Hill: * * * 'What's inside the blind box? Trendy toys on US shelves evade Uyghur labor law.' The cute, collectible Labubu dolls flying off shelves come in "blind boxes" -- buyers don't know which figure they've purchased until they open it. But the ugly truth about these p  more
Report: New York Heat Pump Customers Overpay for Electricity Delivery Rates; Here's How Utilities Can Fix the Discrepancy
SAN FRANCISCO, California, April 29 (TNSrep) -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on April 28, 2026, with Alliance for a Green Economy: * * * New Report: New York Heat Pump Customers Overpay for Electricity Delivery Rates; Here's How Utilities Can Fix the Discrepancy Utilities overcharge heat pump customers $855 per year, on average, for electric delivery rates; Utilities must create fair rates for heat pump customers * Albany, NY -- Today, Alliance for a Green Economy (AGREE)   more
Riley Harding: Fellowships strengthen research and build resilience
ITHACA, New York, April 29 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Riley Harding: Fellowships strengthen research and build resilience Riley Harding is a Ph.D. candidate in plant pathology and plant-microbe biology at Cornell AgriTech and a current Foundation for Food and Agriculture Research (FFAR) fellow whose work bridges applied research and real-world impact for growers. With several years of industry experience prior to returni  more
Romanian Citizen Sentenced in D.C. for 'Swatting' Members of Congress, Churches, and Former U.S. President
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Romanian Citizen Sentenced in D.C. for 'Swatting' Members of Congress, Churches, and Former U.S. President * WASHINGTON - Thomasz Szabo, 27, of Romania, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 48 months in prison for his role as leader of an online swatting ring that targeted more than 75 public officials, four religious institutions, and multiple journalists in  more
Roswell Park Experts Highlight Untapped Potential of CDK Inhibitor Cancer Therapy
BUFFALO, New York, April 29 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * Roswell Park Experts Highlight Untapped Potential of CDK Inhibitor Cancer Therapy * BUFFALO, N.Y. -Worldwide, more than a million breast cancer patients have been treated with cyclin-dependent kinase 4/6 (CDK4/6) inhibitors, which slow or stop the uncontrolled multiplication of cancer cells. Researchers see untapped potential in those targeted therapies  more
Scripps receives six National Headliner Awards and earns Deadline Club finalist nominations
CINCINNATI, Ohio, April 29 [Category: BizMedia] -- The E.W. Scripps, a broadcasting company, posted the following news release: * * * Scripps receives six National Headliner Awards and earns Deadline Club finalist nominations Scripps News, the national streaming network owned by The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), has been recognized with three prestigious National Headliner Awards, including a Best in Show honor, and two Deadline Club finalist nominations. KNXV, Scripps' ABC station in P  more
Secretary-General Appoints Bruno Georges Lemarquis of France Deputy Special Representative, UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Resident Coordinator
NEW YORK, April 28 -- The United Nations posted the following news release: * * * Secretary-General Appoints Bruno Georges Lemarquis of France Deputy Special Representative, UN Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA), Resident Coordinator * United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced today the appointment of Bruno Georges Lemarquis of France as his new Deputy Special Representative for Afghanistan with the United Nations Assistance Mission in Afghanistan (UNAMA) and Residen  more
Seeding Connection: How Hunter's Grants Grow Into Citywide Change
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, issued the following news: * * * Seeding Connection: How Hunter's Grants Grow Into Citywide Change On a spring evening in Harlem, neighbors gathered for a free documentary screening -- followed by a conversation that braided history, activism, and lived experience. Across the city that same week, students sat with community leaders to talk about climate resilience, while others led dialogues in hos  more
Skidmore College: Ciancio Award Honoree Pushkala Prasad Brings Global, Liberal Arts Approach to Business Education
SARATOGA SPRINGS, New York, April 30 -- Skidmore College issued the following news: * * * Ciancio Award honoree Pushkala Prasad brings global, liberal arts approach to business education In Pushkala Prasad's classroom, students encounter a rigorous and transformative approach to business education -- one shaped by a global perspective and deeply rooted in Skidmore's liberal arts tradition. Prasad, Zankel Professor of Management for Liberal Arts Students, is the 2026 recipient of the Ralph C  more
St. John Fisher University Host National Pharmacy Leader
WASHINGTON, April 24 -- St. John Fisher University Wegmans School of Pharmacy student chapter of the National Community Pharmacists Association hosted Kristin Riddle, national president of the National Community Pharmacists Association, to discuss the evolution of community pharmacy and leadership within the profession. Students from both campus and online pathways participated in the event to learn about modern patient care services and the role of independent pharmacists in the U.S. healthcare  more
St. John Fisher University Hosts Second Annual Psychology Teaching Conference
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The St. John Fisher University Department of Psychology hosted the second annual Greater Rochester Teaching of Psychology Conference to foster the exchange of educational innovations among university and high school faculty. The event, known as RocTOP, provided a platform for educators to share assignments and address common challenges within the discipline. Meredith Martin, associate teaching professor of psychology at Syracuse University, delivered the keynote address   more
State Department Issues Public Schedule for April 30, 2026
WASHINGTON, April 30 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for April 30, 2026: * * * SECRETARY MARCO RUBIO Secretary Rubio attends meetings and briefings at the White House. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE CHRISTOPHER LANDAU Deputy Secretary Landau is on travel to Algeria and Morocco from April 27-May 1, 2026. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE FOR MANAGEMENT AND RESOURCES MICHAEL J. RIGAS Deputy Secretary Rigas attends meetings and briefings at the Department of State. UNDER  more
STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE ON LOUISIANA V. CALLAIS
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * STATEMENT FROM CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE ON LOUISIANA V. CALLAIS * April 29, 2026 (Washington, D.C.)-Today, Congressman Joe Morelle, Ranking Member of the Committee on House Administration and House Democrats' Lead on Election Security, issued the following statement on the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais : "Shame on President Trump and his cronies on the Supreme Court. It   more
Students' research project contrasts work done with, without AI
ALFRED, New York, April 29 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Students' research project contrasts work done with, without AI * Two Alfred University seniors spent a semester asking a question every analytics program in the country is now wrestling with: what actually happens when students hand their coding work to AI? Their answer is honest and a little uncomfortable: the tools speed things up, but the connection to the work fades. Jack Meyer, a data analytics a  more
Summer of Weather Extremes Expected Across America: Heat Waves, Drought, Severe Storms, Flooding and Wildfires
STATE COLLEGE, Pennsylvania, April 30 -- AccuWeather, a provider of commercial weather forecasting services, issued the following news release: * * * Summer of Weather Extremes Expected Across America: Heat Waves, Drought, Severe Storms, Flooding and Wildfires AccuWeather Global Weather Center - AccuWeather long-range experts predict a wide range of weather extremes across the United States this summer, from dangerous heat waves to worsening drought, repeated flash flooding and an elevated ri  more
SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor King Announce the Appointment of Dr. Jennifer Burris as the Next President of SUNY Buffalo State University
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor King Announce the Appointment of Dr. Jennifer Burris as the Next President of SUNY Buffalo State University Dr. Burris Currently Serves as Provost and Vice President for Academic Affairs at Lenoir-Rhyne University * The State University of New York Board of Trustees voted today to name Dr. Jennifer Burris as president of SUNY Buffalo State University.  more
SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor King Announce the Appointment of Dr. Nicole Reaves as the Next President of SUNY Schenectady County Community College
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * SUNY Board of Trustees and Chancellor King Announce the Appointment of Dr. Nicole Reaves as the Next President of SUNY Schenectady County Community College Dr. Reaves Currently Serves as Executive Vice President and Chief Programs Officer at Wake Tech Community College * The State University of New York Board of Trustees voted today to appoint Dr. Nicole Reaves as the eighth president of   more
SUNY Chancellor King Announces Launch of Neurodiversity Training for SUNY Student Leaders
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * SUNY Chancellor King Announces Launch of Neurodiversity Training for SUNY Student Leaders Training Program Will Also Launch on April 30 for SUNY Faculty, Residential Life Staff, and Orientation Leaders Furthers SUNY's Commitment to Accessibility and Inclusivity Throughout the SUNY System * State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today announced the launch of neurodiversi  more
SUNY ESF Students Honored With Chancellor's Awards for Student Excellence
NEW YORK, April 30 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news: * * * ESF Students Honored with Chancellor's Awards for Student Excellence Two students from the SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) received the 2026 Chancellor's Awards for Student Excellence, the highest honor SUNY bestows upon graduating students. Gabrielle "Gabby" Augustin-Orcel and Raymond Bailey were recognized for integrating outstanding   more
SUNY Poly and SUNY College of Optometry Announce Partnership to Expand Student Pathways and Experiential Learning Opportunities
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- The State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * SUNY Poly and SUNY College of Optometry Announce New Partnership to Expand Student Pathways and Experiential Learning Opportunities Increasing access to optometry education while deepening community engagement in Central NY * UTICA, NY - SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) today announced a new partnership with SUNY College of Optometry, formalized through a Memorandum   more
SUNY Potsdam to Celebrate Class of 2026 at Commencement
POTSDAM, New York, April 30 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus issued the following news: * * * SUNY Potsdam to Celebrate Class of 2026 at Commencement SUNY Potsdam Welcomes Successful Executive Eileen Goss Whelley '76 as Keynote Speaker for Commencement on May 16 * The State University of New York at Potsdam will honor the Class of 2026, as hundreds of students earn their undergraduate and graduate degrees, during the College's 206th Commencement Ceremony on Saturday, May 1  more
SUNY University at Albany: Biology Research Meets Entrepreneurship Through 'RISE'
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Biology Research Meets Entrepreneurship Through 'RISE' Manuela Montoya-Giraldo is a fourth-year PhD candidate at UAlbany, working under the mentorship of Associate Professor Cheryl Andam as part of the Molecular, Cellular, Developmental and Neural (MCDN) program in the Department of Biological Sciences. This spring, she began exploring how to translate laboratory research to commercially impactful technol  more
SUNY University at Albany: Showcase 2026 - Devilish and Feminist Women of Cult Classic Sci-Fi Films
ALBANY, New York, April 30 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Showcase 2026: The Devilish and Feminist Women of Cult Classic Sci-Fi Films By Sophie Coker, Class of '26 Have you ever dreamt of a better version of your research project? Clearer, more elegant in its design, more undeniable in its conclusions. If you've seen The Substance, you know the warning hidden inside that dream -- respect the balance. Senior anthropology major Anna Souls is bringing supernatur  more
Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Map and Destroys Key Voting Rights Act Provision
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Map and Destroys Key Voting Rights Act Provision * CONTACT Troi Barnes, tbarnes@naacpldf.org, 929-736-1528 Ella Wiley, ewiley@aclu.org, 925-819-0555 Jesse Vad, media@laaclu.org WASHINGTON -The Supreme Court today struck down Louisiana's congressional map and issued a ruling that eviscerates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act  more
Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Map and Destroys Key Voting Rights Act Provision
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The American Civil Liberties Union, an organization that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., posted the following news release: * * * Supreme Court Strikes Down Louisiana Map and Destroys Key Voting Rights Act Provision * WASHINGTON -The Supreme Court today struck down Louisiana's congressional map and issued a ruling that eviscerates Section 2 of the Voting Rights Ac  more
Syracuse University Launches Creator Economy Minor
SYRACUSE, New York, April 30 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * University Launches Creator Economy Minor The minor is the first formal academic offering to emerge from the University's trailblazing Center for the Creator Economy. Genaro Armas Syracuse University is launching a minor in the creator economy, the first academic offering from its trailblazing Center for the Creator Economy, providing a new path for students to build careers in content creation, digital en  more
Syracuse University to Award 6 Honorary Degrees at 2026
SYRACUSE, New York, April 30 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Syracuse University to Award 6 Honorary Degrees at 2026 Commencement Leaders in science, medicine, business, education and public service, including Chancellor Kent Syverud and Dr. Ruth Chen, will be honored at the May 10 Commencement ceremony. * A distinguished scientist and educator, a physician and healthcare innovator, a pioneering entrepreneur, a ground-breaking academic leader, a distinguished public   more
Syracuse University: Architecture Professor Jess Myers Awarded Prestigious Rome Prize
SYRACUSE, New York, April 30 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Architecture Professor Jess Myers Awarded Prestigious Rome Prize Jess Myers, an assistant professor in the School of Architecture, has been selected to receive the 2026-27 Rome Prize in Architecture by the American Academy in Rome. For more than 130 years, the academy has awarded the Rome Prize fellowship through a national competition that supports innovative work in 13 disciplines across the arts and human  more
Taking a Bow: Broadway Producer Aaron Glick '06 to Be Honored at Alumni Reunion
NEW YORK, April 29 -- Marymount Manhattan College issued the following Q&A on April 27, 2026, involving Broadway producer Aaron Glick: * * * Taking a Bow: Broadway Producer Aaron Glick '06 to Be Honored at Alumni Reunion Broadway producer Aaron Glick '06 has no shortage of awards. In 2016, he won a Laurence Olivier Award for Gypsy; three years later, he took home his first Tony for The Boys in the Band. He would earn two more for 2022's Kimberly Akimbo and 2025's Purpose, while amassing nomin  more
Tennessee Library Advocates Leading Grassroots Fight Against Book Bans To Be Honored at PEN America Gala
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: Media] -- PEN America, an organization that says it stands at the intersection of literature and human rights to protect free expression, posted the following news release: * * * Tennessee Library Advocates Leading Grassroots Fight Against Book Bans To Be Honored at PEN America Gala * (NEW YORK)-PEN America announced today that the Rutherford County Library Alliance, a local coalition of library advocates in Murfreesboro, Tennessee, will receive the PEN/Benenson  more
The MIT-IBM Computing Research Lab Launches to Shape the Future of AI and Quantum Computing
ARMONK, New York, April 29 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release: * * * The MIT-IBM Computing Research Lab Launches to Shape the Future of AI and Quantum Computing * CAMBRIDGE, M.A., APRIL 29, 2026 - IBM (NYSE: IBM ) and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology today announced the launch of the MIT-IBM Computing Research Lab, advancing their long-standing collaboration to shape the next era of computing. The new lab expands its scope to include quantum   more
Thiel College to break ground on Olympus Athletic and Recreation Center May 9
GREENVILLE, Pennsylvania, April 29 -- Thiel College issued the following news release: * * * Thiel College to break ground on Olympus Athletic and Recreation Center May 9 * Thiel College will hold a groundbreaking ceremony for the Olympus Athletic and Recreation Center at 3:30 p.m. May 9 near the end zone of Stoeber Field at Alumni Stadium.  The planned facility is estimated at $10 million and will expand on-campus recreation and wellness offerings for students, including additional locker  more
Tiny flexible lasers enable force sensing inside living cells
WASHINGTON, April 28 [Category: Medical] -- Optica, formerly the Optical Society, posted the following news release: * * * Tiny flexible lasers enable force sensing inside living cells Micro-lasers measure subtle forces in living systems for insights into development and cancer progression  * Researchers have developed tiny flexible lasers that can be used to measure forces inside living cells. The new lasers could help illuminate various biological processes, including those involved in e  more
TLC UNVEILS NEW SEASON OF '90 DAY: THE LAST RESORT' AS SIX COUPLES FACE MAKE-OR-BREAK MOMENTS IN AN ENGLISH CASTLE
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * TLC UNVEILS NEW SEASON OF '90 DAY: THE LAST RESORT' AS SIX COUPLES FACE MAKE-OR-BREAK MOMENTS IN AN ENGLISH CASTLE * (Los Angeles, CA) -TLC announced today the return of 90 DAY: THE LAST RESORT. This season, 90 DAY FIANCE couples Jenny and Sumit, Shekinah and Sarper, Kara and Guillermo, Paola and Russ, Thais and Patrick, and Rebecca and Zied have all   more
Tradeweb Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release on April 29, 2026: * * * Tradeweb Reports First Quarter 2026 Financial Results Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a global leader in electronic trading across asset classes, today reported financial results for the quarter ended March 31, 2026. $617.8 million quarterly revenues, an increase of 21.2% (17.5% on a constant currency basis) compar  more
Two From Hunter Win National Science Foundation Research Fellowships
NEW YORK, April 30 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, issued the following news: * * * Two From Hunter Win National Science Foundation Research Fellowships Two young but accomplished scientists from Hunter College have won National Science Foundation Research Fellowships to further their work. Senior Emilia Pelegano-Titmuss '26 and alumna Morgan Serbagi '25 were awarded the highly competitive fellowships, which provides $34,000 a year for three years  more
UBS Group AG published its first-quarter 2026 results
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: * * * UBS Group AG published its first-quarter 2026 results Ad hoc announcement pursuant to Article 53 of the SIX Exchange Regulation Listing Rules Zurich - UBS Group AG today reported its first-quarter results 2026 on a consolidated basis. These reports are available for download on the UBS website (https://www.ubs.com/global/en/investor-relations/financial-informat  more
UN Rights Chief Urges Halt to Executions, Warns of Escalating Repression Iran
NEW YORK, April 29 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release: * * * UN Rights Chief Urges Halt to Executions, Warns of Escalating Repression Iran * On April 29, 2026, UN Human Rights Chief Volker Turk condemned Iran's escalating crackdown on dissent, citing executions, mass arrests, and widespread human rights violations carried out under the pretext of national security. Turk called for an immediate halt to executions, the establish  more
United Nations Renovations: Budget and Schedule Status of Selected Projects Are Mixed, and State Could Strengthen Oversight
WASHINGTON, April 29 (TNSLrpt) -- The Government Accountability Office issued the following report: * * * United Nations Renovations: Budget and Schedule Status of Selected Projects Are Mixed, and State Could Strengthen Oversight * Fast Facts In the past 10 years, the UN has undertaken office construction and renovation projects that have collectively cost over $4 billion. Some projects have experienced schedule delays or gone over budget. For example, renovation of the UN's main office co  more
University of Rochester: Honors and Awards Showcase Faculty Achievements
ROCHESTER, New York, April 30 -- The University of Rochester issued the following news: * * * Honors and awards showcase faculty achievements Jennifer Roach URochester faculty members have received national honors from professional and scholarly organizations. University of Rochester faculty are leaders in their fields who are regularly recognized with regional, national, and international awards and honors for their professional contributions to research, scholarship, education, and commun  more
US archives on rare public display in City of London to commemorate 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence
LONDON, England, April 29 -- The city of London issued the following news release: * * * US archives on rare public display in City of London to commemorate 250th anniversary of Declaration of Independence * * Free display at Heritage Gallery of unique documents from The London Archives commemorates 250 th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence and London/US links * Historic letters from 18 th century and archive items relating to assassination of Presidents Lincoln a  more
Vertical Lift completes late-year sprint to deliver 25 aircraft
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- The Defense Contract Management Agency issued the following news: * * * Vertical Lift completes late-year sprint to deliver 25 aircraft STRATFORD, Conn. - Three product-aligned Defense Contract Management Agency Vertical Lift contracting offices completed a late-year operational sprint to accept 25 new aircraft for joint warfighters during November and December of 2025.  The effort demonstrated key abilities of the DCMA Vertical Lift command in Stratford, Connecticut  more
VIDEO: Sen. Moran Applauds Confirmation of ATF Director Robert Cekada
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * VIDEO: Sen. Moran Applauds Confirmation of ATF Director Robert Cekada * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Jerry Moran (R-Kan.) - chairman of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, and Science (CJS) - today applauded the Senate's confirmation of Robert Cekada to be the Director of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) by a vote of 59 to 39. Prior to the vote, Sen.  more
Vindman Votes Against Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act Reauthorization
WASHINGTON, April 29 -- Rep. Eugene Vindman, D-Virginia, issued the following news release: * * * Vindman Votes Against Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act Reauthorization Congressman Eugene Vindman (Va.-07) today released the following statement after voting against the reauthorization of Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. "As a prosecutor and former Army JAG officer, I understand how vital the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act is to keeping our country safe. Bu  more
Where Small Changes Create Real Impact
NEW YORK, April 28 [Category: BizConstruction] -- Turner Construction Co. issued the following news: * * * Where Small Changes Create Real Impact * When we stepped in, the idea wasn't just to contribute, but to understand what would genuinely make a difference. What would make daily routines smoother? What would make the space more comfortable, more usable? The support has gone into improving essential areas across the school, from infrastructure and activity spaces to facilities that are  more
Wildlife Conservation Society Report Highlights Integration of Human Rights Into Global Conservation Practices
WASHINGTON, April 30 (TNSLrpt) -- THIRD CONSERVATION & HUMAN RIGHTS FORUM: Furthering self-determination, practicing interculturality, and working in solidarity towards common purpose - A report from Wildlife Conservation Society, New York - April 2026 (54 pages) * * * The Wildlife Conservation Society issued a report presenting the outcomes of the Third Conservation and Human Rights Forum, with a focus on advancing the integration of human rights principles into conservation strategies worldw  more
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