Monday - May 25, 2026
News Tipoffs - New York Editors Newsletter for Wednesday May 20, 2026 ( 204 items )  
"Horrifying Misuse of American Tax Dollars" - Lee Calls to Slash UN Agency Employing Hamas Terrorists, Hiding Hostages and Weapons
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Sen. Mike Lee, R-Utah, issued the following news release: * * * "Horrifying Misuse of American Tax Dollars" - Lee Calls to Slash UN Agency Employing Hamas Terrorists, Hiding Hostages and Weapons * WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Mike Lee (R-UT) joined Senator Tom Cotton (R-AR) and a large Senate Republican coalition urging President Trump to defund a United Nations (UN) agency employing and aiding Hamas terrorists. The United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refu  more
$15 Million Bequest Supports Endowed Chair at UC College of Medicine
CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 20 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news: * * * $15 million bequest supports endowed chair at UC College of Medicine A belief in the art of medicine inspires alumnus George Bemis, Jr., MD By Julia Mace, julia.mace@uc.edu As a student and resident at the University of Cincinnati College of Medicine, George G. Bemis, Jr., MD, Med '64, saw firsthand that medicine was more than a profession for those teaching and leading him. Inspired by their sense of   more
'Closing the Gaps' on Needed Action to End Attacks on Health
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * 'Closing the Gaps' on Needed Action to End Attacks on Health * United Nations member states and civil society organizations met in New York City on Tuesday to renew their commitment to protecting health care in armed conflict. The event, part of Protection of Civilians Week, recognized a systemic failure to respect and uphold international laws and norms governing the use of force against health  more
'I've Enjoyed Every Moment': Heartfelt, Celebratory Sendoff for Yale's Class of 2026
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 19 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * 'I've enjoyed every moment': A heartfelt, celebratory sendoff for Yale's Class of 2026 Yale's 325th Commencement celebrated more than 4,500 new graduates representing Yale College and the graduate and professional schools. By Karen Guzman As a joyous parade of soon-to-be graduates snaked toward Yale's Old Campus, where family and friends awaited the formal start of Commencement on the storied grounds, Adam   more
2026 PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival
BRUSSELS, Belgium, May 18 -- The United Nations Regional Information Center for Western Europe issued the following news: * * * 2026 PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival * Highlighting the power of youth as agents of social change, the United Nations Alliance of Civilizations (UNAOC) has launched the 2026 edition of its PLURAL+ Youth Video Festival. The United Nations festival invites filmmakers worldwide under the age of 25 to submit short films addressing pressing social issues in three age cate  more
3-Minute Video Game Identifies Patients Who Have Depression
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * 3-Minute Video Game Identifies Patients Who Have Depression * A n experimental diagnostic tool in the form of a computer game was able to quickly identify patients with depression based on anhedonia, a key feature of the disease, a new study shows. Present in about 70 percent of patients with major depressive disorder (MDD),  more
Accenture Invests in Aera Technology to Fuel AI-Enabled Supply Chains
NEW YORK, May 20 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release: * * * Accenture Invests in Aera Technology to Fuel AI-Enabled Supply Chains NEW YORK and MOUNTAIN VIEW, CALIF. - Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has invested, through Accenture Ventures, in Aera Technology, a leader in agentic decision intelligence for enterprises. The companies will combine Aera's decision intelligence and Accenture's AI-enabled supply chain capabilities to bring AI-led, real-t  more
Activities of Secretary-General in Ethiopia, 12-13 May
NEW YORK, May 18 -- The United Nations posted the following news release: * * * Activities of Secretary-General in Ethiopia, 12-13 May * On the evening of Tuesday, 12 May, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres landed in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. In the morning of Wednesday, 13 May, the Secretary-General participated in the tenth African Union-United Nations High-Level Dialogue, alongside the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, Mahmoud Ali Youssouf. In his opening remarks, the Secre  more
Activities of Secretary-General in Kenya, 10-12 May
NEW YORK, May 18 -- The United Nations posted the following news release: * * * Activities of Secretary-General in Kenya, 10-12 May * On the evening of Sunday, 10 May, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres landed in Nairobi, Kenya. On Monday, 11 May, the Secretary-General, along with the President of Kenya, William Ruto, the Deputy Secretary-General Amina J. Mohammed and United Nations Office at Nairobi Director-General Zainab Bangura, participated in the ground-breaking ceremony for a new  more
Adani's $275 Million Settlement Underscores Iran Sanctions Risks Long Highlighted by UANI
NEW YORK, May 20 -- United Against Nuclear Iran posted the following news release on May 18, 2026: * * * Adani's $275 Million Settlement Underscores Iran Sanctions Risks Long Highlighted by UANI United Against Nuclear Iran (UANI) notes today's reported $275 million settlement between the U.S. Treasury Department and Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL) over alleged violations involving Iranian-origin liquefied petroleum gas. The enforcement action underscores UANI's warnings to the Adani Group (A  more
AFT's Weingarten Slams Fake 'Freedom Foundation' Report
WASHINGTON, May 19 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following news release: * * * AFT's Weingarten Slams Fake 'Freedom Foundation' Report * AFT President Randi Weingarten issued the following statement exposing an error-riddled document from a far-right activist group released today:  "The so-called Freedom Foundation has spent decades collecting tens of millions of dollars in dark money to attack teachers and their unions. These extremists, funde  more
After ICE Admitted Having No Justification for Arrests at Immigration Courthouses, District Court Grants Stay Prohibiting ICE From Conducting Courthouse Arrests
NEW YORK, May 18 [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: * * * After ICE Admitted Having No Justification for Arrests at Immigration Courthouses, District Court Grants Stay Prohibiting ICE From Conducting Courthouse Arrests * ICE is now largely prohibited from conducting civil immigration arrests at   more
After ICE Admitted Having No Justification for Arrests at Immigration Courthouses, District Court Grants Stay Prohibiting ICE From Conducting Courthouse Arrests
NEW YORK, May 18 [Category: Law/Legal] -- New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following news release: * * * After ICE Admitted Having No Justification for Arrests at Immigration Courthouses, District Court Grants Stay Prohibiting ICE From Conducting Courthouse Arrests * ICE is now largely prohibited from conducting civil immigration arrests at Immigration Courts in New York City Following Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) recent admission that it has no justification for con  more
AG Campbell Challenges U.S. Department Of Education Rule Limiting Access To Student Loans For Essential Professional Degree Programs
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 19 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Challenges U.S. Department Of Education Rule Limiting Access To Student Loans For Essential Professional Degree Programs * Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for stu  more
AG Nessel, Governor Whitmer Sue U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
LANSING, Michigan, May 19 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel, Governor Whitmer Sue U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs * Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education (PDF) over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students p  more
AJC Applauds Bipartisan Jewish American Security Act
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: Religion] -- The American Jewish Committee posted the following news release: * * * AJC Applauds Bipartisan Jewish American Security Act * At a time when the vast majority of American Jews are feeling less safe, American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, today enthusiastically welcomes the introduction of the bipartisan Jewish American Security Act. The bill, led by Senators Jacky Rosen (D-NV) and James Lankford (R-O  more
Albert 'Al' George, leader in experiential learning, dies at 88
ITHACA, New York, May 19 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Albert 'Al' George, leader in experiential learning, dies at 88 * Albert R. "Al" George, the John F. Carr Professor of Mechanical Engineering Emeritus who was known as much for the race cars and student teams he championed at Cornell as for the engineering research and academic leadership that defined his six-decade career, died May 6 in Ithaca. He was 88. Born March 12, 1938, George grew up in the Bronx and Ca  more
Alfred University hosts commencement for graduate students
ALFRED, New York, May 19 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * Alfred University hosts commencement for graduate students * Alfred University held its first-ever commencement dedicated to graduate degree recipients on Friday evening, May 15. The university conferred 128 master's degrees and four doctoral degrees at a ceremony held in Miller Theater. The ceremony also recognized graduates who earned master's degrees (51) and doctoral degrees (six) in August and Decembe  more
America's last-mile delivery divide
AMES, Iowa, May 19 -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: * * * America's last-mile delivery divide * AMES, Iowa -New research shows that Americans' use of home delivery continues to be split sharply along geographic lines, with shoppers in urban areas remaining more reliant on home delivery than rural households. In a new study published in the International Journal of Physical Distribution & Logistics Management, Iowa State University researcher Micah Marzolf and co-  more
American College of Surgeons: Where You Have Rectal Cancer Surgery May Affect Whether the Cancer Comes Back
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 19 (TNSjou) -- The American College of Surgeons issued the following news release: * * * Where You Have Rectal Cancer Surgery May Affect Whether the Cancer Comes Back Hospital accreditation by the American College of Surgeons National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer linked to better care and outcomes for patients with rectal cancer Key Takeaways * Having surgery for rectal cancer at a hospital accredited by the National Accreditation Program for Rectal Cancer   more
American Express Canada elargit les Experiences Gastronomiques de Platine en lancant le nouveau programme Chef en residence d'American ExpressMD
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * American Express Canada elargit les Experiences Gastronomiques de Platine en lancant le nouveau programme Chef en residence d'American ExpressMD * Le partenariat sera lance le 21 mai lors de la FORMULE 1 LENOVO GRAND PRIX DU CANADA 2026 a Montreal, avec le chef Danny Smiles comme chef en residence inaugural TORONTO -American Express Canada a annonce aujourd'hui le lancement du pr  more
Americas Society/Council of the Americas: U.S.-Latin American Leaders Examine Issues Shaping the Hemisphere at Washington Conference
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Americas Society/Council of the Americas issued the following news release: * * * U.S.-Latin American Leaders Examine Issues Shaping the Hemisphere at Washington Conference Deputy Secretary of State Landau and other top U.S. officials spoke at the COA event, which examined energy, trade, and economic shifts in the Americas. * Washington, DC -- Council of the Americas held its 56th Washington Conference on the Americas, convening top Trump administration officials, in  more
Anne Marie Schettini-Lynch Appointed Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs and Treasurer at Hofstra University
HEMPSTEAD, New York, May 20 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Anne Marie Schettini-Lynch Appointed Senior Vice President for Financial Affairs and Treasurer at Hofstra University Andy Kissoon Hofstra University is pleased to announce the appointment Anne Marie Schettini-Lynch as senior vice president for financial affairs and treasurer, effective June 15, 2026. Schettini-Lynch most recently served as chief financial officer at the Child Mind Institute, where she oversaw  more
Anne Marie Schettini-Lynch Appointed SVP for Financial Affairs and Treasurer
HEMPSTEAD, New York, May 20 -- Hofstra University issued the following statement on May 19, 2026, by President Susan Poser: * * * Anne Marie Schettini-Lynch Appointed SVP for Financial Affairs and Treasurer Dear Hofstra Community, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Ms. Anne Marie Schettini-Lynch as senior vice president for financial affairs and treasurer, effective June 15, 2026. With over 30 years of experience in financial and operational leadership, Ms. Schettini-Lynch has a st  more
Ariz. A.G. Mayes Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
PHOENIX, Arizona, May 20 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs Attorney General Kris Mayes today joined a coalition of attorneys general in suing the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree p  more
Arrive inspired: Delta cultivates 'Flow State' in flight and at Copenhagen's 3daysofdesign
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 19 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * Arrive inspired: Delta cultivates 'Flow State' in flight and at Copenhagen's 3daysofdesign * For the first time, Delta and 3daysofdesign are teaming up to bring an elevated sensory experience -one that optimizes the brain for peak focus and mindfulness -to design enthusiasts this June and via a "Flow State Flight" connecting New York City to Copenhagen. Attendees of the festival will also enjoy  more
Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Attempt to Limit Student Loan Access for Healthcare Workers
SACRAMENTO, California, May 18 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sues Trump Administration Over Attempt to Limit Student Loan Access for Healthcare Workers * California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a coalition of 24 attorneys general and the governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania, filed a lawsuit challenging the U.S. Department of Education's final rule that narrows the federal definition of a "professiona  more
Attorney General Clark Sues Trump Administration Over New Federal Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
MONTPELIER, Vermont, May 19 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Sues Trump Administration Over New Federal Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs * The case marks AG Clark's 50th lawsuit against the Trump Administration Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of attorneys general and governors in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a   more
Attorney General James Sues to Stop Student Loan Cuts for Future Health Care Workers
ALBANY, New York, May 19 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Sues to Stop Student Loan Cuts for Future Health Care Workers * New York Attorney General Letitia James today co-led a coalition of 24 other states and the District of Columbia in suing the Trump administration to stop unlawful restrictions on federal student loans for students pursuing careers in critical health care fields. In May, the U.S. Department of Educ  more
Attorney General Phil Weiser sues U.S. Department of Education over restrictions on student loan access for healthcare professionals
DENVER, Colorado, May 19 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser sues U.S. Department of Education over restrictions on student loan access for healthcare professionals * Attorney General Phil Weiser today co-led a coalition of 24 attorneys general and two governors in suing the U.S. Department of Education over a new final rule that would significantly limit federal student loan access for graduate students in critical h  more
ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CHALLENGES UNLAWFUL U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RULE LIMITING ACCESS TO STUDENT LOANS FOR PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS
CHICAGO, Illinois, May 19 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL CHALLENGES UNLAWFUL U.S. DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION RULE LIMITING ACCESS TO STUDENT LOANS FOR PROFESSIONAL DEGREE PROGRAMS * Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of states, filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degrees, includi  more
Attorney General Rayfield Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
SALEM, Oregon, May 19 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs * Coalition challenges unlawful rule that could restrict access to advanced education and worsen workforce shortages Attorney General Dan Rayfield and a coalition of attorneys general are challenging the U.S. Department of Education (ED) over  more
Attorney General Tong Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 19 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Student Loan Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs * Coalition challenges unlawful rule that could restrict access to advanced education and worsen workforce shortages  Attorney General William Tong today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. De  more
AUNY Corning provides valuable learning opportunities for non-traditional students
ALFRED, New York, May 19 -- Alfred University issued the following news release: * * * AUNY Corning provides valuable learning opportunities for non-traditional students * Alfred University's AUNY program offers non-traditional students-such those already established as professionals in their field, adult learners, commuters, or students wishing to pursue a degree part-time-the opportunity to earn bachelor's and master's degrees at a pace that fits their busy schedules. AUNY is a division   more
Avangrid and Puget Sound Energy Sign Contract for Washington Energy Project
ORANGE, Connecticut, May 20 -- Avangrid, an energy company, issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * Avangrid and Puget Sound Energy Sign Contract for Washington Energy Project Companies executed a long-term Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) for 199.5 MW Big Horn I in Klickitat County, Washington Avangrid to upgrade key components of Big Horn I to extend its life and improve performance * BICKLETON, Wash. -- Avangrid, Inc., a leading energy company and member of the Iberdrola  more
Bard College Faculty Member Argyro Nicolaou Awarded Production Grant for Feature Film
ANNANDALE-ON-HUDSON, New York, May 20 -- Bard College issued the following news release: * * * Bard College Faculty Member Argyro Nicolaou Awarded Production Grant for Feature Film Argyro Nicolaou, artist in residence and visiting faculty at the Center for Human Rights and the Arts (CHRA) at Bard College, has received a Cyprus Cinema Office Development and Production Grant in support of her first feature film. The grant, in the amount of Euros425,000 or roughly $500,000, was bestowed by the C  more
Barnard College Celebrates Class of 2026 at 134th Commencement
NEW YORK, May 20 -- Barnard College issued the following news: * * * Barnard College Celebrates Class of 2026 at 134th Commencement Friends celebrated, alumnae received honors, and families beamed with pride during the ceremony at Radio City Music Hall. * This afternoon, over 800 students crossed the stage at Manhattan's historic Radio City Music Hall, joining the fellowship of Barnard College alumnae. It is an exceptional group of close to 40,000 living members -- remarkable women, living   more
Binghamton University: International Expedition Explores the Origins of Fresh Water Under the Sea Floor
BINGHAMTON, New York, May 20 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * International expedition explores the origins of fresh water under the sea floor Doctoral student Gretl King's research focuses on Cape Cod's ancient coastline By Jennifer Micale Off the coast of Cape Cod, something unexpected lurks beneath the seafloor: Fresh water. This year, Earth Sciences doctoral student Gretl King participated in an expedition through the National Science Foundation and Internation  more
Blackstone Announces Joint Venture with Google to Create New TPU Cloud
NEW YORK, May 18 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Blackstone, an investment firm, posted the following news release: * * * Blackstone Announces Joint Venture with Google to Create New TPU Cloud * Blackstone to make initial $5 billion equity commitment to bring 500 MW of capacity online in 2027, with plans to scale significantly over time NEW YORK - May 18, 2026 - Blackstone (NYSE: BX) today announced a joint venture with Google to create a new U.S.-based company that will offer effici  more
BLET Teamsters & Union Coalition Win Historic Strike at LIRR
WASHINGTON, May 19 [Category: Union] -- The International Brotherhood of Teamsters posted the following news release: * * * BLET Teamsters & Union Coalition Win Historic Strike at LIRR * (NEW YORK) - Teamsters with the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET) and their union coalition have reached a tentative agreement with Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) to end the carrier's first strike in over three decades. The agreement provides workers with raises that maintain their standa  more
Blumenthal Calls for IG Investigation into Impact of Kash Patel's Reported Irresponsible Behavior on FBI Readiness & Public Safety, Alleged Manipulation of Arrest Statistics
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal Calls for IG Investigation into Impact of Kash Patel's Reported Irresponsible Behavior on FBI Readiness & Public Safety, Alleged Manipulation of Arrest Statistics * [WASHINGTON, DC] -U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), a member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, today wrote to the official performing the duties of the Inspector General, Deputy Inspector General for the Depart  more
Brent R. Nicklas School of Nursing at Hartwick College Celebrates 47 Graduates
ONEONTA, New York, May 19 -- Hartwick College issued the following news release: * * * Brent R. Nicklas School of Nursing at Hartwick College Celebrates 47 Graduates * After years of classes, clinical rotations, simulations and late-night study sessions, 47 graduates from the Brent R. Nicklas School of Nursing were honored during the 2026 Nursing Pinning Ceremony on May 15 in Binder Gymnasium. Held the day before commencement, the ceremony recognized the graduating class through a tradition   more
British Ambassador Kariuki Condemns Renewed Russian Aggression in Ukraine at Security Council Meeting
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- British Ambassador James Kariuki, UK charge d'affaires at the UK Mission to the United Nations, addressed a Security Council meeting on Ukraine in New York during Protection of Civilians week. He condemned Russia for resuming deadly missile attacks immediately following its Victory Day parade, noting that a single strike on an apartment block killed 24 people. Kariuki highlighted a dangerous disregard for civilian life and international law, citing over 50 incidents this   more
Brownstone Institute Issues Commentary: George Washington, Father of the Country, Killed by Doctors
WEST HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 19 -- Brownstone Institute, an organization whose vision places value on the voluntary interaction of individuals and groups while minimizing the use of violence, issued the following commentary by President and founder Jeffrey A. Tucker: * * * George Washington, Father of the Country, Killed by Doctors The grim circumstances behind the death of George Washington (1732-1799), America's first president and popularly known as the Father of the Country, are not wh  more
BW alumnus Ryan Fielding Garrett brings new musical to Cleveland
BEREA, Ohio, May 19 -- Baldwin Wallace University posted the following news: * * * BW alumnus Ryan Fielding Garrett brings new musical to Cleveland * Composer, music director and orchestrator Ryan Fielding Garrett '12 has credits on some of Broadway's biggest hits. Now, he composes the music for a world premiere musical opening at Cleveland Playhouse. Garrett has built a career that most musical theater artists can only dream about. The New York City-based composer, music director and orch  more
CAIR Calls on Local Police to Step Up Security at Mosques Nationwide After Deadly San Diego Terror Attack
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * CAIR Calls on Local Police to Step Up Security at Mosques Nationwide After Deadly San Diego Terror Attack Muslim civil rights group urges Muslim community leaders to utilize its 'Best Practices for Mosque and Community Safety' booklet * The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today called on loc  more
CAIR-NY Condemns Egg-Throwing Targeting Worshippers at Brooklyn Mosque During Friday Prayer
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * CAIR-NY Condemns Egg-Throwing Targeting Worshippers at Brooklyn Mosque During Friday Prayer 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 condemned a disturbing act of intimidation targeting worshippers at Baitul Mamur Masjid (Mosque) and Community Center i  more
CAIR-NY Welcomes Arrest of Suspect Following Knife Threat Incident Targeting Muslim Men at Brooklyn Restaurant
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * CAIR-NY Welcomes Arrest of Suspect Following Knife Threat Incident Targeting Muslim Men at Brooklyn Restaurant 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 welcomed the arrest of an individual accused of threatening four Muslim men with a knife as they exit  more
Calabrio Workforce Management Earns the Solutions Partner with Certified Software Designation From Microsoft
MELVILLE, New York, May 19 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Verint Systems, an analytics company that sells software and hardware products for security, surveillance and business intelligence, issued the following news release: * * * Calabrio Workforce Management Earns the Solutions Partner with Certified Software Designation From Microsoft * May 19, 2026 - Verint (r), The CX Automation Company(tm), today announced Calabrio Workforce Management (WFM) earned the Solutions Partner* with   more
Capital Research Center Issues Commentary: Enemies of Energy - Plastic Pollution
WASHINGTON, May 20 (TNSxrep) -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary on May 19, 2026, by Managing Editor and Director of Content Ken Braun: * * * Enemies of Energy:Plastic pollution Editorial note: this week the Capital Research Center will release Enemies of Energy, a research report that profiles the 15 most influential anti-energy NGOs, their 15 largest known donors, and ten of the biggest myths and misconceptions they rely on to amplify their power and influence. Th  more
Celebrating Penn's 270th Commencement at a historic moment
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, May 18 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * Celebrating Penn's 270th Commencement at a historic moment * Clear, sunny skies greeted an eager Class of 2026 and cheerful audience of supporters on Monday, May 18, for Penn's 270th Commencement at Franklin Field. Ahead of the ceremony, roughly 6,000 graduates wearing caps and vibrant regalia gathered at Penn Park to rejoice in their shared achievements and line up for the procession to Fra  more
Center for American Progress: From Road Trips to Cookouts, the Trump Administration's War in Iran and Tariffs Are Driving Up Summer Costs
WASHINGTON, May 20 (TNSrep) -- The Center for American Progress issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * From Road Trips to Cookouts, the Trump Administration's War in Iran and Tariffs Are Driving Up Summer Costs A new Center for American Progress analysis (https://www.americanprogress.org/article/the-trump-administrations-tariffs-and-iran-war-will-cause-americans-to-face-higher-prices-this-summer/) finds that the Trump administration's war with Iran and broad tariff agenda ar  more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Ask Not for Whom the Tolls Apply - Payments for Shipping
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary on May 19, 2026, by Chris Stephen, former war correspondent with The Guardian: * * * Ask Not for Whom the Tolls Apply: Payments for Shipping As Iran tries to rake in cash from the Strait of Hormuz, might others be tempted to follow? * The edge of Europe is replete with straits, estuaries, and choke points where tidy sums could be made charging ships to pass. And since Tehran is making a reported $  more
Center on Budget & Policy Priorities: Higher Marketplace Premiums Take a Toll on Enrollment and on Marketplace Enrollees
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following report on May 18, 2026, by Health Coverage Access Director Jennifer Sullivan and Elizabeth Zhang, research assistant on the Health Policy Team: * * * Higher Marketplace Premiums Take a Toll on Enrollment and on Marketplace Enrollees Congressional Republicans failed to extend premium tax credit (PTC) enhancements at the end of 2025, and now the harm of higher marketplace premium costs is beginning to show up  more
CFTC Sues Minnesota to Block State Law
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release: * * * CFTC Sues Minnesota to Block State Law * The Commodity Futures Trading Commission today filed a lawsuit against Minnesota to block a new state law, signed by Governor Tim Walz, that would make operating or assisting in the operation of a prediction market a criminal felony. The CFTC is seeking a preliminary injunction to stop the law from going into effect on August 1, 2026.  Minnesota i  more
Chancellor King Celebrates 60 Years of SUNY's Educational Opportunity Centers Service and Success
ALBANY, New York, May 20 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Chancellor King Celebrates 60 Years of SUNY's Educational Opportunity Centers Service and Success Statewide 10 EOCs, 2 Outreach Centers, and 33 ATTAIN Labs Empower New Yorkers Toward Upward Mobility * State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. today celebrated 60 years of Educational Opportunity Centers empowering adult learners towards upward mobility. In 1966, former Assembl  more
Citi Ranked #1 U.S. Affordable Housing Lender for the 16th Consecutive Year
NEW YORK, May 20 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release: * * * Citi Ranked #1 U.S. Affordable Housing Lender for the 16th Consecutive Year HIGHLIGHTS * Citi was named the #1 U.S. Affordable Housing Lender for the 16th consecutive year, according to Affordable Housing Finance magazine, providing $7.7 billion in financing in 2025 * The firm financed more than 35,000 affordable homes in 20  more
Clean Air for the Long Haul Condemns Trump Administration's Continued Efforts to Gut Tailpipe Pollution Protections
NEW YORK, May 20 -- We Act for Environmental Justice posted the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * Clean Air for the Long Haul Condemns Trump Administration's Continued Efforts to Gut Tailpipe Pollution Protections WASHINGTON - Last week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced its proposal to delay criteria pollutant standards for cars, trucks, and SUVs. Environmental justice groups in the Clean Air for the Long Haul coalition condemn this latest effort to weaken   more
Conference Board: LEI for Mexico Remained Unchanged in April
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release: * * * LEI for Mexico Remained Unchanged in April * Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below.  Next month's release of the composite economic  more
Conference Board: LEI for the Euro Area Fell in April
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release: * * * LEI for the Euro Area Fell in April * Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below.  Next month's release of the composite economic indexe  more
CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE DEMANDS ANSWERS ON TRUMP GUN SAFETY ROLLBACKS
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE DEMANDS ANSWERS ON TRUMP GUN SAFETY ROLLBACKS Today, Congressman Joe Morelle announced he led a group of more than 90 of his colleagues in demanding answers from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) after the Trump Administration announced plans to roll back dozens of federal gun safety regulations. "The America  more
Construction Jobs Increase In Fewer Than Half Metro Areas From March 2025 To 2026; Association Urges Prompt Action On Highway Bill To Support Wider Gains
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 19 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Jobs Increase In Fewer Than Half Metro Areas From March 2025 To 2026; Association Urges Prompt Action On Highway Bill To Support Wider Gains * Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, Texas and Idaho Falls, Idaho Have Highest Number and Percentage of Job Gains Since March 2025; New York City and Lawton, Okla. Have Largest and Steepest Job Losses  Co  more
Cornell M.Eng. helped student find finance through engineering
ITHACA, New York, May 19 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Cornell M.Eng. helped student find finance through engineering * When Gwendolyn Minogue arrived at Cornell University, she didn't fit the typical mold of a chemical engineering student. A graduate of College of the Holy Cross, Minogue double-majored in chemistry and political science, exploring a wide range of interests while still uncertain about her long-term path. What she did know was that she wanted an inte  more
Cornellians accept Fulbright awards
ITHACA, New York, May 19 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Cornellians accept Fulbright awards * A new group of 17 students and alumni have accepted Fulbright U.S. Student Program awards this academic year. The 2026-27 Fulbrighters will conduct research, study and teach English in countries around the globe. Cornell University is a Fulbright Top Producing Institution and has sent over 600 students across the globe as part of the Fulbright U.S. Student Program since the  more
Courtney: Of Course, a Blockade Is an Act of War
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Courtney: Of Course, a Blockade Is an Act of War * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, in a House Armed Services Committee hearing, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02), Ranking Member of the House Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, questioned the geographic imbalance of the U.S. Navy fleet due to the war in Iran. Courtney then reiterated that, contrary to the Trump Administration's claims, a military  more
CUNY Celebrates Class of 2026 Graduates Across 28 Commencement Ceremonies
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The City University of New York issued the following news: * * * CUNY Celebrates Class of 2026 Graduates Across 28 Commencement Ceremonies Speakers and Honorees Include Actress Jane Fonda, Historian Louise Mirrer, Philanthropic Leader Elizabeth Alexander, Former Ambassador Patrick Gaspard, Lawyer Maya Wiley, Deputy Mayor Helen Arteaga and Astrophysicist David N. Spergel * The City University of New York will honor the Class of 2026 beginning this week with 28 commencemen  more
DAILY BEAST: Trump Snubs U.S. Forces to Rally With MAGA Sycophant Mike Lawler
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * DAILY BEAST: Trump Snubs U.S. Forces to Rally With MAGA Sycophant Mike Lawler * Mike Lawler is rolling out the red carpet for a president who can't be bothered to show up for U.S. Naval Academy graduates As vulnerable Republican Mike Lawler prepares to welcome Donald Trump to the Hudson Valley to tout their toxic, unpopular agenda that's hiking costs across the 17th District, new  more
Democracy Forward Launches Investigation Into Secretary Hegseth's Partisan Campaign Activity in Apparent Violation of Defense Department Policy
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Democracy Forward, an organization that says it advances democracy and social progress through litigation, policy and public education and regulatory engagement, issued the following news release on May 18, 2026: * * * Democracy Forward Launches Investigation Into Secretary Hegseth's Partisan Campaign Activity in Apparent Violation of Defense Department Policy Inquiry Follows Public Reporting about Hegseth's Campaigning in a Primary Election * Democracy Forward today s  more
Deputy U.S. Representative Bruce Delivers Remarks at U.N. Security Council Briefing on Ukraine
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The U.S. Mission to the United Nations issued the following remarks by Deputy Representative of the United States to the U.N. Ambassador Tammy Bruce on May 19, 2026, at a U.N. Security Council briefing on Ukraine: * * * Thank you, Mr. President. And a thank you, of course, to our briefers today. And a welcome to our friends from Ukraine. It will not surprise you, colleagues, that President Trump wants to see the Russia-Ukraine war end. He has been dedicated to this, and p  more
Dr. Elisabeth Ploran Named Inaugural Dean of SFA's College of Health Professions
NACOGDOCHES, Texas, May 20 -- Stephen F. Austin State University issued the following news: * * * Dr. Elisabeth Ploran named inaugural dean of SFA's College of Health Professions Following a nationwide search, Stephen F. Austin State University has appointed Dr. Elisabeth Ploran as the inaugural dean of the College of Health Professions. Ploran will begin her tenure in July, coinciding with the launch of the new college. Announced in December, SFA's College of Health Professions will unite   more
DTCC Expands NSCC's Central Clearing Capabilities to Support Options Based ETFs
NEW YORK, May 20 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- The Depository Trust and Clearing Corp., a provider of clearing and settlement services to the financial markets, issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * DTCC Expands NSCC's Central Clearing Capabilities to Support Options Based ETFs New York/London/Hong Kong/Singapore/Sydney - The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC), the premier market infrastructure for the global financial services industry, today announced i  more
Durbin, Duckworth Demand FDA Reverse Dangerous Authorization Of Flavored E-Cigarettes
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin, Duckworth Demand FDA Reverse Dangerous Authorization Of Flavored E-Cigarettes Recent FDA authorization of fruit-flavored e-cigarettes enables & encourages youth tobacco use  * U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL) and U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) today joined U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR), along with six of their Senate colleagues, in   more
Earthjustice: Trump EPA Proposes to Eliminate and Delay Protections From Toxic Forever Chemicals in Drinking Water
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 19 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on May 18, 2026: * * * Trump EPA Proposes to Eliminate and Delay Protections from Toxic Forever Chemicals in Drinking Water The plan would weaken protections for up to 105 million people nationwide * Washington, D.C. -- Today, the Environmental Protection Agency announced that it plans to repeal federal restrictions on four PFAS, also known as forever chemicals, in drinking water. The move will eliminate the  more
EDF Files Amicus Brief to Conserve South Atlantic Red Snapper
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release: * * * EDF Files Amicus Brief to Conserve South Atlantic Red Snapper Exempted fishing permits would set dangerous precedent and lead to illegal overfishing * (WASHINGTON) - Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) has filed an amicus brief to prevent overfishing of South Atlantic red snapper in the case Southeastern Fisheries Association v. Lutnick. The brief underscores EDF's position that exempted fishing permits  more
Educational Opportunity Center to hold 53rd commencement Wednesday
BUFFALO, New York, May 19 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * Educational Opportunity Center to hold 53rd commencement Wednesday * By Cory Nealon BUFFALO, N.Y. - The Buffalo Educational Opportunity Center will host its 53rd commencement on Wednesday at the University at Buffalo Center for the Arts on North Campus. At the ceremony, some 170 students are expected to don caps and gowns to receive licenses and certifications fo  more
Environmental Defense Fund: Transportation Bill Misses an Opportunity
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release: * * * Transportation Bill Misses an Opportunity Statement from EDF VP for Political and Government Affairs Joanna Slaney * (WASHINGTON, D.C.) - The U.S. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee's leaders recently unveiled a Surface Transportation Reauthorization bill, the primary legislation Congress uses to set national transportation policy and fund the nation's transportation systems. "We urge  more
Environmental Defense Fund: Trump Administration Illegally Extends Costly Michigan Coal Plant Over a Year Past Its Planned Retirement
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on May 18, 2026: * * * Trump administration illegally extends costly Michigan coal plant over a year past its planned retirement The latest extension follows the first legal hearing in the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals challenging the Trump administration's repeated emergency orders forcing the 60+ year old coal plant to remain open * (WASHINGTON) Today, the Trump administration issued a fifth illegal emerg  more
Environmental Defense Fund: Trump EPA Weakens National Drinking Water Protections for Toxic 'Forever Chemicals'
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on May 18, 2026: * * * Trump EPA weakens national drinking water protections for toxic "forever chemicals" Statement from EDF Senior Director, Chemicals Policy Maria Doa * (WASHINGTON) The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency will roll back drinking water limits on four PFAS, or "forever chemicals," and delay compliance for two others, Administrator Lee Zeldin announced today. "There's nothing gold-standar  more
Exonerees, Faith Leaders, and Tennesseans Deliver Petition Urging Governor Lee to Stop the Wrongful Execution of Tony Carruthers
NEW YORK, May 18 [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: * * * Exonerees, Faith Leaders, and Tennesseans Deliver Petition Urging Governor Lee to Stop the Wrongful Execution of Tony Carruthers * NASHVILLE - Exonerees, faith leaders, and Tennesseans from across the state gathered at the Tennessee State  more
FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS NAMES CADILLAC AS OFFICIAL VEHICLE PARTNER IN CANADA
PARIS, France, May 20 -- Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a part of Accor, issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS NAMES CADILLAC AS OFFICIAL VEHICLE PARTNER IN CANADA This new transportation partnership elevates the guest experience from the journey through to the stay * Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the world leading hospitality group Accor, today reveals a brand-new partnership with Cadillac Canada, luxury automotive brand of General Motors Cana  more
Fast deliveries worsen conditions for e-commerce warehouse workers
ITHACA, New York, May 19 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Fast deliveries worsen conditions for e-commerce warehouse workers * Holding off on that late-night online order of a book, blender or blue jeans could ease the strain on a warehouse worker. Consumers' around-the-clock, often impulsive demand for cheap, rapidly delivered products creates harsher working conditions in e-commerce fulfillment centers than in traditional warehouses, according to Cornell-led researc  more
Federal Register: Treasury Dept. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency Issues Final Rule on Preemption Determination - State Interest-on-Escrow Laws
WASHINGTON, May 20 (TNSFR) -- The Department of the Treasury Office of the Comptroller of the Currency is issuing a preemption determination concluding that Federal law preempts State laws that restrict OCC-regulated banks' flexibility to decide whether and to what extent to pay interest or other compensation on funds placed in real estate escrow accounts; or assess fees in connection with such accounts. This preemption determination will provide much-needed clarity to banks and other stakeholde  more
Federal Reserve Bank of New York Manager of System Open Market Account Perli Issues Remakrs at Financial Markets Conference
FLORIDA, May 20 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of New York issued the following remarks on May 19, 2026, by Roberto Perli, manager of the system open market account at the Financial Markets Conference hosted by the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta: * * * Reserve Management and the Fed's System Open Market Account: Recent Experience and Insights from Surveys As prepared for delivery Introduction It is a pleasure to join this year's Financial Markets Conference. Thank you to the organizers at the  more
Fertilizer Institute President Rosenbuschl Testifies Before Senate Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry Committee
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee released the following written testimony by Corey Rosenbuschl, president and CEO of the Fertilizer Institute, Arlington, Virginia, from a May 12, 2026, hearing entitled "Perspectives on the Fertilizer Industry: Ensuring a Stable and Affordable Supply for American Producers": * * * Chairman Boozman, Ranking Member Klobuchar, and members of the Committee: Thank you for holding this hearing. Thank you also for the opp  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: FP PEO Snapshot - 4 Things PEOs Should Know About the New DOL Joint Employer Proposal
ATLANTA, Georgia, May 20 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following insight on May 19, 2026: * * * FP PEO Snapshot: 4 Things PEOs Should Know About the New DOL Joint Employer Proposal The Labor Department's recent proposed joint employer rule is welcome news for the PEO industry. That being said, you've received similar welcome news every other time the DOL went through this same exercise in the past, only to see the helpful guidance unwound by a new administration. Watching the joi  more
Funding cuts led to delayed detection of deadly Ebola outbreak in DRC
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: International] -- The International Rescue Committee posted the following news release: * * * Funding cuts led to delayed detection of deadly Ebola outbreak in DRC * * Suspected Ebola cases have risen sharply from 246 to 500 in just 96 hours across eastern Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda, representing an increase of 103% over three days. * The last two major Ebola outbreaks caused by the Zaire strain, for which a vaccine is available, infected more tha  more
GE Aerospace Completes Design Studies of Hypersonic Ramjet with Generative AI
EVENDALE, Ohio, May 19 [Category: BizAerospace] -- GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft, issued the following news release: * * * GE Aerospace Completes Design Studies of Hypersonic Ramjet with Generative AI * * Created Generative AI App that produces hundreds of designs in seconds versus the months typically required * Illustrates potential to dramatically shorten early desig  more
Gillibrand, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Expand Service Members' Access To Reproductive Health Care
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand, Colleagues Introduce Bill To Expand Service Members' Access To Reproductive Health Care * Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY), along with Senators John Hickenlooper (D-CO), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Mazie Hirono (D-HI), Cory Booker (D-NJ), and Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), reintroduced legislation to guarantee service members access to reproductive health care wherever they are  more
Gillibrand, Schumer Announce $156.5 Million ASAP Grant For Metropolitan Transportation Authority
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand, Schumer Announce $156.5 Million ASAP Grant For Metropolitan Transportation Authority * Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand, ranking member of the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Transportation, Housing and Urban Development, and Democratic Leader Charles Schumer (D-NY) announced that the $156.5 million All Stations Accessibility Program (ASAP) grant previously awarded to t  more
Gov. Newsom Announces Common Signs of 'California Derangement Syndrome' - and Highlights Easy Cures
SACRAMENTO, California, May 20 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * Governor Newsom announces common signs of "California Derangement Syndrome" - and highlights easy cures What you need to know: Many in the right wing are falling ill after consuming repeated misinformation from right-wing outlets like Fox News, the New York Post, Breitbart, and Newsmax -- which insist California is a dystopian crime-ridden communist wasteland. Treatment   more
Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Extend Nearly 100,000 3-K, Pre-K Offers; Cut Average Travel Distance for 3-K Families by Six Blocks
ALBANY, New York, May 19 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Extend Nearly 100,000 3-K, Pre-K Offers; Cut Average Travel Distance for 3-K Families by Six Blocks * Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today announced that New York City has extended 99,921 offers for 3-K and Pre-K for the upcoming school year, with more families receiving offers to one of their top c  more
Governor Hochul Announces Bills Highmark Stadium Construction Surpasses MWBE Participation Goal With Over $490 Million Disbursed to MWBEs
ALBANY, New York, May 19 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Bills Highmark Stadium Construction Surpasses MWBE Participation Goal With Over $490 Million Disbursed to MWBEs * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a historic economic milestone for the new Buffalo Bills Highmark Stadium, where over $490 million has been paid to Minority and Women-Owned Business Enterprises (MWBE). Consistent with Governor Hochul's nation-leading   more
Governor Hochul Announces Grand Opening of Capital Region Music Hub at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall
ALBANY, New York, May 19 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Grand Opening of Capital Region Music Hub at Troy Savings Bank Music Hall * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of the Troy Savings Bank Music Hall's new Capital Region Music Hub after a $15 million expansion and renovation project, part of the Department of State's Downtown Revitalization Initiative (DRI). The transformational project includes new f  more
Governor Hochul Announces New York Power Authority Economic Development Awards That Will Spur More Than $104 Million in Private Capital Investments
ALBANY, New York, May 19 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces New York Power Authority Economic Development Awards That Will Spur More Than $104 Million in Private Capital Investments * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced economic development awards from the New York Power Authority (NYPA) that will spur more than $104 million in capital investment and support 287 jobs in Western New York and the North Country. The awards, app  more
Governor Hochul Announces New York Power Authority Economic Development Awards That Will Spur More Than $104 Million in Private Capital Investments
WHITE PLAINS, New York, May 20 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * Governor Hochul Announces New York Power Authority Economic Development Awards That Will Spur More Than $104 Million in Private Capital Investments Awards To Ensure Over 280 Jobs Stay in Western New York and the North Country * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced economic development awards from the New York Power Authority (NYPA) that will spur more than $104 mill  more
Governor Hochul Makes a Long Island Rail Road Announcement
ALBANY, New York, May 19 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Makes a Long Island Rail Road Announcement * Earlier tonight, Governor Kathy Hochul made a Long Island Rail Road (LIRR) announcement. VIDEO : The event is available to stream on YouTube here and TV quality video is available here (h.264, mp4). AUDIO : The Governor's remarks are available in audio form here. PHOTOS : The Governor's F  more
Grad hopes to advance women's health in space
ITHACA, New York, May 19 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Grad hopes to advance women's health in space * The massive steel tubes at NASA's Kennedy Space Center towered into the sky, but 7-year-old Priya Abiram had no idea what they were. "They're rockets," she remembered her dad telling her. "They're the hardest things that humans have ever built, and it is even harder to fly them." Fifteen years after that vacation in Florida where she started dreaming of space, A  more
Greatness Unleashed: UAlbany Celebrates the Class of 2026
ALBANY, New York, May 20 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Greatness Unleashed: UAlbany Celebrates the Class of 2026 By Amy Geduldig Nearly 5,000 students celebrated their graduation from the University at Albany this past weekend during the University's 182nd commencement festivities, held Thursday, May 14, through Sunday, May 17. Among the graduates were an estimated 3,000 undergraduate students and 1,900 graduate students. The series of events included two Uni  more
Haiti Selects Stockton as Team Base Camp for FIFA World Cup 2026
GALLOWAY, New Jersey, May 19 -- Stockton University posted the following news: * * * Haiti Selects Stockton as Team Base Camp for FIFA World Cup 2026 * Galloway, N.J. -Stockton University announced today that Haiti has selected the school's athletic facilities as its Team Base Camp training site for the FIFA World Cup 2026. Haiti, the only Caribbean nation to qualify for the World Cup twice, last played in the tournament in 1974. "Stockton University is honored to be selected as a Team B  more
Hofstra Celebrates the Class of 2026
HEMPSTEAD, New York, May 20 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Hofstra Celebrates the Class of 2026 Ginny Greenberg Hofstra University celebrated the Class of 2026 this month, honoring undergraduate and graduate degree recipients, as well as law and medical school graduates, while recognizing leaders in art, business, science, and public service with honorary degrees. Throughout the ceremonies, held May 11, 17, and 18, Hofstra leaders reflected on resilience, leadership,  more
House Transportation Bill Would Stick Americans With New Fees, Higher Costs
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council posted the following news release: * * * House Transportation Bill Would Stick Americans With New Fees, Higher Costs The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee released legislation that would set priorities and funding for federally funded transportation over the next five years. The legislation would place a new $130 annual fee on electric vehicles, eliminate key programs to cut emissions and trim overall transportation spe  more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to New York Post: Secret in Mamdani's Video That Shows What a Lie 'Nakba' Is
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on May 18, 2026, by senior fellow Liel Leibovitz to the New York Post: * * * Secret in Mamdani's Video That Shows What a Lie "Nakba" Is Like all theater kids, the artist formerly known as Young Cardamom -- more famous now as Zohran Mamdani -- loves a good prop. So when his administration released a tear-jerker of a video to  more
Hughes Hubbard and Reed Issues Commentary: SEC Proposes Semiannual Reporting Alternative to Quarterly Reporting for Domestic Public Companies
NEW YORK, May 20 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following commentary on May 19, 2026, by partner Gary J. Simon, counsel Jennifer E. Graham and associate Anthony Kasper: * * * SEC Proposes Semiannual Reporting Alternative to Quarterly Reporting for Domestic Public Companies Highlights * The SEC's Proposed Amendments would allow domestic public companies to file semiannual reports instead of quarterly reports. * The SEC has framed the Proposed Amendments as an effort to pr  more
ICYMI: Is Ohio a stepping stone? New York Times lists Ramaswamy as a 2028 presidential prospect
COLUMBUS, Ohio, May 18 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news: * * * ICYMI: Is Ohio a stepping stone? New York Times lists Ramaswamy as a 2028 presidential prospect * New reporting from TiffinOhio.net spotlighted what Ohioans already know: Vivek Ramaswamy is just using his bid for governor of Ohio as a layover on the way to a 2028 presidential run.  TiffinOhio.net: Is Ohio a stepping stone? NYT lists Ramaswamy as a 2028 presidential prospect * A New York Times feature this  more
Imagining new possibilities from the inside out at historic Richardson Olmsted Campus
BUFFALO, New York, May 19 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * Imagining new possibilities from the inside out at historic Richardson Olmsted Campus * Models of the students' designs for housing within a vacant building on the Richardson Olmsted Campus are on exhibit throughout the summer. Photo: Meredith Forest-Kulwicki UB architecture graduate students design housing for vacant building and contribute to book project By La  more
Immunology center announces 2026 multidisciplinary seed grant recipients
ITHACA, New York, May 19 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Immunology center announces 2026 multidisciplinary seed grant recipients * Five innovative immunology research projects have been selected for funding through the Cornell Center for Immunology's 2026 Multidisciplinary Seed Grants. Complex health challenges require expertise from multiple scientific fields -including biology, chemistry, engineering, and computational sciences. Breakthrough discoveries in immunol  more
Interior Dept. National Park Service Plans to Extend Concession Contracts at Big South Fork, Fire Island
WASHINGTON, May 19 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service announced on May 18, 2026, its intent to extend two concession contracts covering visitor services operations at Big South Fork National River & Recreation Area, Oneida, Tennessee and Fire Island National Seashore, Ocean Beach, New York. The notice stated that the extensions are intended to ensure uninterrupted visitor services while the agency works toward awarding replacement concession agreements. Accordi  more
Iran's Baha'i Community Under Intensified State Attack Amid Escalating Domestic Repression
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release: * * * Iran's Baha'i Community Under Intensified State Attack Amid Escalating Domestic Repression * State Campaign of Arrests, Raids, Torture, and Enforced Disappearances in Cities Across Iran Judge: "You Must Pay the Price for Being Baha'i" May 19, 2026 -As Iranian authorities intensify their nationwide repression campaign, they have sharply escalated the persecution of th  more
Jed Foundation Publishes New Report on Mental Health Challenges Among Boys and Young Men
BOSTON, Massachusetts, May 20 (TNSrpt) -- The Jed Foundation issued the following news release: * * * The Jed Foundation (JED) Publishes New Report on Mental Health Challenges Among Boys and Young Men New guidance outlines better support to address the effects of hidden emotional distress, masculine expectations, and the current digital environment. * NEW YORK - The Jed Foundation (JED) today announced the publication of a new report and recommendations to better address boys' and young men  more
Kennedy Announces $8.7 Million in Federal Funding for Buffalo Niagara International Airport
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy Announces $8.7 Million in Federal Funding for Buffalo Niagara International Airport * BUFFALO, NY - Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) announced the awarding of $8.7 million in federal funding for the Buffalo Niagara International Airport. The grant was authorized through the Federal Aviation Administration's Fiscal Year 2026 Airport Terminal Program. This federal investment will fund the  more
Kennedy Leads Bipartisan SAFEGUARDS Act to Enhance Airport Security
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy Leads Bipartisan SAFEGUARDS Act to Enhance Airport Security * BUFFALO, NY - Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) introduced the "Spending Aviation Fees for Equipment, Guaranteeing Upgraded and Advanced Risk Detection and Safety Act," or SAFEGUARDS Act, alongside Congressman Dale Strong (AL-05), to ensure that revenue collected through the 9/11 Passenger Security Fee is invested into aviatio  more
KPMG and Anthropic sign global alliance and launch Digital Gateway Powered by Claude
AMSTELVEEN, Netherlands, May 19 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KPMG, a global organization of independent professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, posted the following news release: * * * KPMG and Anthropic sign global alliance and launch Digital Gateway Powered by Claude * NEW YORK - May 19, 2026 - KPMG and Anthropic today announced KPMG Digital Gateway Powered by Claude, bringing Anthropic's frontier AI directly into KPMG's client delivery platform. The launch   more
LatinoJustice PRLDEF Applauds Court Decision Blocking ICE Courthouse Arrests
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: Law/Legal] -- LatinoJustice PRLDEF posted the following news release: * * * LatinoJustice PRLDEF Applauds Court Decision Blocking ICE Courthouse Arrests * Federal judge P. Kevin Castel, a District Judge for the Southern District of New York, issued a ruling on May 18 that blocks federal immigration agents from carrying out arrests inside New York City immigration courts, effectively stopping a policy introduced last year by the Trump administration for immigration  more
LDF Associate Director-Counsel Todd Cox Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * LDF Associate Director-Counsel Todd Cox Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Subcommittee on the Constitution * Legal Defense Fund Associate Director-Counsel Todd Cox testified today before the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary, Subcommittee on the Constitution on the impact of the Louisiana v. Callais Supreme Court decision and the urgent need for congressional action to  more
LDF Statement on Islamic Center Shooting in San Diego
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * LDF Statement on Islamic Center Shooting in San Diego * Yesterday, a deadly mass shooting occurred at the Islamic Center of San Diego, killing five people, including two teenage suspects. San Diego's police chief said the violence was being investigated as a possible hate crime. Legal Defense Fund (LDF) President and Director-Counsel Janai Nelson issued the following statem  more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE HERE TO BOYCOTT THESE JIM CROW-LIKE, RACIALLY OPPRESSIVE TACTICS"
WASHINGTON, May 19 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE HERE TO BOYCOTT THESE JIM CROW-LIKE, RACIALLY OPPRESSIVE TACTICS" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined the NAACP, members of the Congressional Black Caucus, student-athletes and advocates for a press conference, in which he emphasized that House Democrats refuse to sit idly by as SEC universities remain complacent amidst Republ  more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE HERE TO BOYCOTT THESE JIM CROW-LIKE, RACIALLY OPPRESSIVE TACTICS"
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE HERE TO BOYCOTT THESE JIM CROW-LIKE, RACIALLY OPPRESSIVE TACTICS" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries joined the NAACP, members of the Congressional Black Caucus, student-athletes and advocates for a press conference, in which he emphasized that House Democrats refuse to sit idly by as SEC universities remain complacent amidst Republican attacks on Black poli  more
Lehigh University: Lillian Wu '27 Receives Goldwater Scholarship, Continuing Pivotal Discoveries in Antibiotic Resistance
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, May 20 -- Lehigh University issued the following news: * * * Lillian Wu '27 Receives Goldwater Scholarship, Continuing Pivotal Discoveries in Antibiotic Resistance The nationally competitive Goldwater Scholarship recognizes students who show exceptional promise as future research leaders in science, engineering and mathematics. Story by Katie Clarke When Lillian Wu '27 slid a plate of bacteria beneath the fluorescence microscope and watched the screen illuminate in g  more
Malliotakis, Dingell Introduce Legislation to Strip Taxpayer-Funded Pensions from Members Convicted of Sexual Abuse
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Malliotakis, Dingell Introduce Legislation to Strip Taxpayer-Funded Pensions from Members Convicted of Sexual Abuse * (WASHINGTON, DC) -Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11) and Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) introduced The End Government Pension for Sexual Abusers Act. This legislation would revoke federal retirement benefits for current or former Members of Congress convicted of ser  more
Manhattan Institute Issues Commentary to Daily Wire: Could Spencer Pratt Be L.A.'s Outsider-Hero?
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary on May 19, 2026, by senior fellow Shawn Regan to the Daily Wire: * * * Could Spencer Pratt Be L.A.'s Outsider-Hero? The former television villain has a compelling case to be the city's real life hero. * When the Palisades Fire destroyed Spencer Pratt's Los Angeles home last year, the former reality TV star began asking questions. How had the city allowed such a disaster to happen? Why had its basic sys  more
Manhattan Institute Issues Commentary to Daily Wire: Is The New York Times Employing A Terrorist Sympathizer?
NEW YORK, May 15 -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary by adjunct fellow Tal Fortgang to the Daily Wire: * * * Is The New York Times Employing A Terrorist Sympathizer? Why columnist Nick Kristof may have committed a federal crime. * Hamas relies on two strategies to wage its war of annihilation against Israel: heinous brutality and PR from sympathetic Westerners. It tries to make Israelis' lives hell in hopes that the Jews will simply give up on living in  more
Manhattan Institute Issues Commentary to Daily Wire: Spirit's Collapse Shows Why Bigger Companies Aren't Always a Bad Thing
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary on May 18, 2026, by legal policy fellow Jarrett Dieterle to the Daily Wire: * * * Spirit's Collapse Shows Why Bigger Companies Aren't Always a Bad Thing What if mergers are good for competition? * Spirit Airlines' sudden announcement that it would cease operations left tens of thousands of passengers without flights and some 17,000 employees without jobs. Political wrangling has since begun as to who   more
Manhattan Institute Issues Commentary to New York Post: Unions' Hidden LIRR-Strike Scheme Aims to Pick Everyone's Pockets
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary on May 18, 2026, by fellow Ken Girardin and legal policy fellow John Ketcham to the New York Post: * * * Unions' Hidden LIRR-Strike Scheme Aims to Pick Everyone's Pockets The Long Island Rail Road strike that began early Saturday continues upending commutes from Manhattan to Suffolk County. Unbeknownst to most riders, they're collateral damage in a much bigger but less visible fight that could slam the  more
Manhattan Institute Issues Commentary to Reason: Josh Hawley's Pro-Union Bill Would Let Washington Write Your Contract
NEW YORK, May 16 -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following excerpts of a commentary by legal policy fellow Jarrett Dieterle to Reason: * * * Josh Hawley's Pro-Union Bill Would Let Washington Write Your Contract The GOP wants to be the party of labor. The Faster Labor Contracts Act isn't the way to do that. * In recent years, observers have closely tracked the rise of pro-union sentiments on the political right. During his reelection campaign, President Donald Trump garnered headline  more
Manhattan Institute Posts Commentary: Gotham's Tyrannical 'Bike Kings' Are Taking Over the City
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The Manhattan Institute posted the following excerpts of a commentary on May 17, 2026, by Wai Wah Chin, founding president of the Chinese American Citizens Alliance to the New York Post: * * * Gotham's Tyrannical 'Bike Kings' Are Taking Over the City New York City is dealing with elevated crime and disorder, failing and emptying schools, taxpayer flight and a fiscally crunched City Hall. But our ruling class is targeting the "real" emergency: not enough bike lanes. Cycli  more
Md. A.G. Brown Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Unlawful Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
BALTIMORE, Maryland, May 20 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Sues U.S. Department of Education Over Unlawful Rule Limiting Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today co-led a coalition of 24 attorneys general and the Governors of Kentucky and Pennsylvania in challenging a new U.S. Department of Education rule that unlawfully limits access to federa  more
MDC Presents American Abstractions 2026, an Abstract Dialogue With America 250 by 7 Plus One Art Project
MIAMI, Florida, May 19 -- Miami Dade College posted the following news release: * * * MDC Presents American Abstractions 2026, an Abstract Dialogue With America 250 by 7 Plus One Art Project * MIAMI, May 19, 2026 -In recognition of the United States' 250th anniversary, Miami Dade College (MDC) presents American Abstractions 2026, an exhibition exploring the enduring legacy of Abstract Expressionism -the first distinctly American movement to shape the global art narrative. The exhibition, o  more
MEDIA ADVISORY: Coast Guard to commission Coast Guard Cutter Vincent Danz in New York
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release: * * * MEDIA ADVISORY: Coast Guard to commission Coast Guard Cutter Vincent Danz in New York * NEW YORK -The Coast Guard is scheduled to hold a commissioning ceremony for Coast Guard Cutter Vincent Danz, May 22, 2026. WHO: (Presiding Official) Admiral T. Allan, Vice Commandant of the U.S. Coast Guard WHAT: Commissioning ceremony for Coast Guard Cutter Vincent Danz. WHEN: Friday,  more
Medidata's Second Annual AI Report Shows a Shift From Pilots to Enterprise Adoption With 72.9% of Early Adopters Seeing a Reduction in Study Timelines
VELIZY-VILLACOUBLAY, France, May 20 (TNSrep) -- Dassault Systemes, a software company, issued the following news release on May 18, 2026: * * * Medidata's Second Annual AI Report Shows a Shift from Pilots to Enterprise Adoption with 72.9% of Early Adopters Seeing a Reduction in Study Timelines While 92% of respondents plan to increase AI investment, early adopters have a big advantage across nearly all key metrics * NEW YORK - Medidata, a Dassault Systemes brand and leading provider of clin  more
Meet the 2026 Health Journalism Fellows
COLUMBIA, Missouri, May 19 [Category: Media] -- The Association of Health Care Journalists posted the following news: * * * Meet the 2026 Health Journalism Fellows * AHCJ is excited to announce the 2026 Health Journalism fellows. This group is a dynamic and diverse mix of passionate and dedicated journalists committed to illuminating the complexities of health care in today's world. This year, more than 60 fellows will receive registration, travel support and lodging to attend Health Journ  more
Metropolitan New York ranks as America's largest hurricane exposure zone, Cotality report finds
IRVINE, California, May 19 [Category: BizReal Estate] -- Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) issued the following news release: * * * Metropolitan New York ranks as America's largest hurricane exposure zone, Cotality report finds * \- New York beats major Florida and Texas metros with 3.27M+ homes at risk from hurricane winds and storm surge \- More than $12.26T in national property value is exposed to hurricane wind risk \- ~1M homes face severe flood risk outside mandatory insurance zones - dr  more
Murkowski Presses Acting AG on MMIW Crisis, State and Local Grants
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Sen. Lisa Murkowski, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: * * * Murkowski Presses Acting AG on MMIW Crisis, State and Local Grants * Washington, DC- U.S. Senator Lisa Murkowski (R-AK) today questioned Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche on the Department of Justice's (DOJ) Fiscal Year 2027 budget request, focusing on substantial cuts to grant programs for local and state governments and the consolidation of offices that play a critical role in achieving ju  more
Myanmar: No Redress for Rohingya Muslims in Arakan Army Massacre
NEW YORK, May 18 [Category: International] (TNSrpt) -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * Myanmar: No Redress for Rohingya Muslims in Arakan Army Massacre * * Two years after the Arakan Army, an ethnic armed group, killed and wounded hundreds of Rohingya Muslims in Myanmar's Rakhine State and burned down their village, the survivors are still denied justice and cannot return to their homes. * The Arakan Army, which denies having committed war crimes, deliberately fired o  more
N.C. State: Data Centers Are Driving Up Power Bills - Study Looks at How Bad It Could Get
RALEIGH, North Carolina, May 19 -- North Carolina State University issued the following news release: * * * Data Centers Are Driving Up Power Bills. A New Study Looks at How Bad It Could Get New research suggests electricity demand from data centers and cryptocurrency mining is likely to increase power costs in some parts of the country by up to 57% by 2030, with a national average increase of 6%-29%. Electricity demand related to data centers is also likely to increase CO2 emissions by up to  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Sues to Protect Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs
TRENTON, New Jersey, May 20 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Sues to Protect Access to Student Loans for Professional Degree Programs Coalition Challenges Unlawful Rule That Could Restrict Access to Advanced Education and Worsen Healthcare Workforce Shortages * Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education ove  more
N.Y. State Department of Transportation Announces More Than $40 Million in Major Pavement Renewal Projects for the Adirondack Northway
ALBANY, New York, May 20 -- The New York State Department of Transportation issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * State Department of Transportation Announces More Than $40 Million in Major Pavement Renewal Projects for the Adirondack Northway Fueled by Governor Hochul's Record Statewide Investment in Pavement Renewal, Resurfacing Initiative will Rejuvenate 113 Lane Miles and Enhance Safety Along One of Upstate New York's Busiest Commuter Corridors * State Department of T  more
NCAA Tournaments Spark March Madness for Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery in Nielsen's The Gauge
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: BizData] -- Nielsen Co., an information, data and measurement company, posted the following news: * * * NCAA Tournaments Spark March Madness for Paramount and Warner Bros. Discovery in Nielsen's The Gauge * Cable Captures Only Monthly Increase Among Viewing Categories in March, Earns its Largest Share of TV Since October 2025 Disney Gets a Boost from 'The Oscars' and a Record-Setting Streaming Month, with 'Paradise,' 'Grey's Anatomy,' 'Zootopia 2' and 'Bluey' Po  more
New study shows increasing urban wild meat consumption in Central Africa poses a threat to both wildlife and food security
BRONX, New York, May 19 [Category: Environment] -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: * * * New study shows increasing urban wild meat consumption in Central Africa poses a threat to both wildlife and food security * Brazzaville, Republic of Congo, 19 May 2026 - Published in Nature, a new study based on extensive data collected across seven countries shows an alarming rise in wild meat consumption in Central Africa, driven by a surge in demand from fast-grow  more
New York Academy of Medicine's Board Welcomes Two Dynamic New Trustees
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The New York Academy of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * New York Academy of Medicine's Board Welcomes Two Dynamic New Trustees New York Academy of Medicine (NYAM) has selected two highly respected health leaders to its Board of Trustees. Cynthia McCollum, MBA, and Kia Swan-Moore, MD, MPH, who will help accelerate NYAM's mission of empowering healthier, longer lives for all. Wayne J. Riley, MD, MPH, MBA, MACP, NYAM Board Chair and president of SUNY Downs  more
New York City Felon Sentenced to 77 Months for D.C. Swatting and Carjacking Incidents
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * New York City Felon Sentenced to 77 Months for D.C. Swatting and Carjacking Incidents * WASHINGTON - Thierno Barry, 23, a previously convicted felon who resided in Queens, New York, was sentenced today in U.S. District Court to 77 months in federal prison in the March 2025 multijurisdictional crime spree that included a high-speed police chase, the swatting of a random   more
New York Life Wealth Watch: Coaching and Mentorship in Childhood Help Build Financial Confidence -- But Access Remains Limited
NEW YORK, May 20 (TNSxrep) -- New York Life Insurance, a mutual life insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * New York Life Wealth Watch: Coaching and mentorship in childhood help build financial confidence -- but access remains limited Survey finds access to early guidance shapes long-term financial well-being, yet only half of Americans believe quality coaching is available to young people * New York Life's latest Wealth Watch survey finds coaching and mentorship early   more
New York passes sodium warning bill, legislation moves to Gov. Hochul's desk
WASHINGTON, May 19 [Category: Science] -- The Center for Science in the Public Interest issued the following news release: * * * New York passes sodium warning bill, legislation moves to Gov. Hochul's desk * Today, the New York State Assembly passed the Sodium Warning Bill (S428A/A5207A), legislation designed to strengthen menu transparency at restaurants statewide and help consumers make informed choices. Sponsored by Senate Health Committee Chair Senator Gustavo Rivera and Assemblymember K  more
Norway: Court Blocks Activist's Extradition to Greece
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * Norway: Court Blocks Activist's Extradition to Greece * (Athens, May 19, 2026) - The decision by a Norwegian appeals court on May 15, 2026, to block the extradition of a human rights defender, Tommy Olsen, to Greece is a victory for human rights, Human Rights Watch said today. A district court had initially approved the extradition request on March 16, but Olsen filed an appeal. The Halogaland  more
NSF CAREER Awards Spotlight RIT Research Shaping the Future of AI
ROCHESTER, New York, May 20 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * NSF CAREER Awards spotlight RIT research shaping the future of AI Three researchers recently received the prestigious funding * As artificial intelligence becomes more deeply embedded in everyday life--from medical diagnostics to autonomous devices--the need for systems that are trustworthy, resilient, and efficient has never been greater. At RIT, faculty researchers are tackling some   more
NYT Speaks With Allentown Residents on Rising Costs: "Does it make me want to vote? Yes -- for the opposite of what we have now."
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * NYT Speaks With Allentown Residents on Rising Costs: "Does it make me want to vote? Yes -- for the opposite of what we have now." * Allentown voters sound off on D.C. Republicans over rising prices The New York Times traveled to Allentown to speak with residents who are getting crushed by the policies of D.C. Republicans like Congressman Ryan Mackenzie, who has unleashed higher p  more
OPINION: TRIO McNair Program empowers first-gen students to pursue doctorates
LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, May 19 -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: * * * OPINION: TRIO McNair Program empowers first-gen students to pursue doctorates * By Marko Mohlenhoff TRIO McNair Scholars Program, New Mexico State University We hear a lot these days the question, "Is a college education still worth it?" I was fortunate growing up. Though our family didn't have a lot of money, my brother and I never wanted for anything - except maybe the cable televi  more
Pallone Reintroduces Resolution Honoring 130 Years of Jewish War Veterans
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Pallone Reintroduces Resolution Honoring 130 Years of Jewish War Veterans * Washington, DC - Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) today reintroduced a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives honoring the 130th anniversary of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States of America during Jewish American Heritage Month. Founded in 1896 by Jewish Civil War veterans responding to fal  more
ParkScore 2026 Rankings: Trust for Public Land Names Washington, DC, Best Big City Park System Irvine Takes 2nd Followed by Minneapolis and Saint Paul
SAN FRANCISCO, California, May 20 -- The Trust for Public Land issued the following news release: * * * ParkScore(R) 2026 Rankings: Trust for Public Land Names Washington, DC, Best Big City Park System Irvine Takes 2nd followed by Minneapolis and Saint Paul; Chicago Returns to ParkScore Top 10 as Texas Cities Make Big Gains Accompanying Research Report Concludes Parks Are a Winning Investment: Economic Analysis Shows City Parks Deliver $3 in Economic Benefits For Every Dollar Invested * Wa  more
Penn State Dickinson Law's Carlisle and University Park PILF hold successful auctions
CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, May 19 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Penn State Dickinson Law's Carlisle and University Park PILF hold successful auctions * CARLISLE AND UNIVERSITY PARK, PA-The Carlisle and University Park chapters of Penn State Dickinson Law's Public Interest Law Fund (PILF) held auctions to fund annual summer fellowships awarded to students working in public interest positions. The evenings provided an opportunity for stu  more
People's Record Documents Sweeping Civil Rights Violations, Deaths, and Mass Disappearances Caused by ICE Operations in Minnesota
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: Political] (TNSrpt) -- 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: * * * People's Record Documents Sweeping Civil Rights Violations, Deaths, and Mass Disappearances Caused by ICE Operations in Minnesota More than 3/ 4 of people detained during Operation Metro Surge had no criminal convi  more
Peyton Manning, Emmitt Smith Make Bud Light & Grilling A Top Priority This Summer in New Campaign
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, May 19 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release: * * * Peyton Manning, Emmitt Smith Make Bud Light & Grilling A Top Priority This Summer in New Campaign * Bud Light Celebrates Summer and America's 250 th Anniversary with New Commercial, Limited Edition Patriotic Packaging Supporting American Heroes & Families and a $250,000 Summer Grilling Sweepstakes NEW YORK, NY - MAY 19, 2026 \- Get ready to click those ton  more
Philippine Court Clears Group of Terrorism Financing Charges
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * Philippine Court Clears Group of Terrorism Financing Charges * This week, a court in the Philippines dismissed terrorism financing charges against the Community Empowerment Resource Network (CERNET), a nongovernmental organization based in Cebu province that works with marginalized groups to promote economic, social, and cultural rights. Philippine authorities filed multiple cases under the Te  more
Presenting the 2026 Geltman Prize winners
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy posted the following news release: * * * Presenting the 2026 Geltman Prize winners * The ENERGY Center is proud to announce the 2026 recipients of the Edward A. Geltman Memorial Prize in Environmental Health Policy: Fidelis Idoko and Kera Johnson. Supported by the CUNY SPH Foundation, this prize honors the legacy of Edward A. Geltman, JD, late husband of Associate Professor Elizabeth Glass   more
Reed Smith recognized across 26 categories in PitchBook's Global League Tables: Q1 2026
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 19 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Reed Smith, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Reed Smith recognized across 26 categories in PitchBook's Global League Tables: Q1 2026 * NEW YORK - Global law firm Reed Smith has been recognized with 26 rankings across Private Equity, Venture Capital, and M&A in PitchBook's Global League Tables for Q1 2026, reflecting the firm's continued momentum and expanding presence in key deal categories, sectors, and regions  more
Reed Smith wins Marine Money Deal of the Year award for maritime transactional excellence
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, May 19 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Reed Smith, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Reed Smith wins Marine Money Deal of the Year award for maritime transactional excellence * NEW YORK - Global law firm Reed Smith has received Marine Money International's Deal of the Year award for its work in the Jones Act/US Flag sector. Marine Money International is a maritime finance publisher that has served the shipping and capital markets industries for more t  more
Rep. McBride Statement on the Passing of Former Wilmington Mayor Purzycki
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Rep. Sarah McBride, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. McBride Statement on the Passing of Former Wilmington Mayor Purzycki * WILMINGTON, Del. -Today, U.S. Rep. Sarah McBride (D-Del.) released the following statement on the passing of former Wilmington Mayor Michael "Mike" Purzycki: "Mayor Mike Purzycki was a deeply dedicated public servant who spent years of his life strengthening the City of Wilmington and our state of neighbors. "I have kno  more
Republicans Are Bankrupting the American People
WASHINGTON, May 18 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Republicans Are Bankrupting the American People * Americans are resorting to installment plans to pay for everyday needs The New York Times reports that the U.S. national debt has "shot past 100 percent of gross domestic product," meaning the nation's debt is larger than its economy thanks to Republicans. This translates into higher mortgage rates and higher costs at a time when   more
Reversing T Cell Exhaustion Improves Effectiveness of Myeloma Immunotherapies
NEW YORK, May 18 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Reversing T Cell Exhaustion Improves Effectiveness of Myeloma Immunotherapies * Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, Bristol Myers Squibb, and the University of Oxford have discovered a way to give worn-out immune cells a second wind in the fight against multiple myeloma. In two studies published this month in Blood, the Journal of the American Society of Hema  more
RISE Program Helps UAlbany Innovators Turn Ideas Into Impact
ALBANY, New York, May 20 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * RISE Program Helps UAlbany Innovators Turn Ideas Into Impact By Michael Parker In just over a year, four groups of UAlbany researchers, students and Capital Region startups have moved through the Research & Innovators Startup Exchange (RISE), exploring what it takes to bring ideas beyond the lab and into the marketplace. Their concepts have ranged from AI tools designed to support doctors to systems that   more
Rochester Institute of Technology: Dimah Dera and Students to Develop Trustworthy AI Through NSF CAREER Award
ROCHESTER, New York, May 20 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * Dimah Dera and students to develop trustworthy AI through NSF CAREER Award AI is transforming nearly every industry, and RIT's Frederick and Anna B. Wiedman II Professor Dimah Dera is working to develop adaptable and trustworthy models that support different intelligent sensing technologies. She recently earned a National Science Foundation (NSF) CAREER Award to support her research and e  more
Rockefeller Foundation and Temasek Trust Announce Global Coalition for Nuclear Philanthropy
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * The Rockefeller Foundation and Temasek Trust Announce Global Coalition for Nuclear Philanthropy * GCNP aims to mobilize and coordinate philanthropic capital to accelerate efficient, safe, secure, and equitable nuclear energy deployment globally -- 0.1%-0.2% of climate philanthropy currently goes towards it. * The Coalition seeks to expand and align philanthropic support for nuclear energy   more
Ronald Castellino, pioneer in oncologic radiology, dies at 88
STANFORD, California, May 18 -- Stanford University School of Medicine posted the following news: * * * Ronald Castellino, pioneer in oncologic radiology, dies at 88 * Ronald A. Castellino, MD, former chair of diagnostic radiology at the Stanford University School of Medicine and a pioneering figure in oncologic radiology, died April 22, 2026, in Atherton, California. He was 88. Castellino spent more than a quarter-century at Stanford, from 1965 to 1990, helping transform the practice of c  more
Roswell Park Experts Report on Discovery of Rare Bladder Cells, Neural Mapping of Pelvic Floor Muscles at AUA 2026
BUFFALO, New York, May 19 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * Roswell Park Experts Report on Discovery of Rare Bladder Cells, Neural Mapping of Pelvic Floor Muscles at AUA 2026 * BUFFALO, N.Y. and WASHINGTON, D.C. - Experts from Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center were invited to share their findings at t he annual meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA) in Washington, D.C. The meeting attracts som  more
Rutgers: Correctable Flaws Hindered Studies of Chronic Symptoms From Lyme, COVID and Other Infections
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, May 20 (TNSjou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Correctable Flaws Hindered Studies of Chronic Symptoms from Lyme, COVID and Other Infections Each year, thousands of Americans develop chronic persistent symptoms - fatigue, cognitive difficulties ("brain fog"), and others - following acute infections from Lyme disease, COVID-19, and other pathogens. Efforts to understand why these symptoms occur and produce treatments have failed, however, and   more
Saliva could flag one of SA's deadliest and baffling cancers sooner
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, May 19 -- The University of the Witwatersrand posted the following news: * * * Saliva could flag one of SA's deadliest and baffling cancers sooner * Could bacteria in saliva offer a low-cost warning signal for oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma? Scientists at the Sydney Brenner Institute for Molecular Bioscience ( SBIMB ) at Wits University are exploring whether bacteria in saliva could offer a low-cost warning signal for oesophageal squamous cell carcinoma, wh  more
Sasha Linney '11 Makes Forward-Looking Gift to BLS, Becomes Youngest Member of the Sheridan Albert Legacy Society
BROOKLYN, New York, May 19 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news: * * * Sasha Linney '11 Makes Forward-Looking Gift to BLS, Becomes Youngest Member of the Sheridan Albert Legacy Society * Sasha Linney '11, vice chair of the Brooklyn Law School Board of Trustees and managing director and senior counsel at GoldenTree Asset Management, has made a new philanthropic commitment to B LS that combines immediate support with a planned gift. Her commitment also places her in the newly rena  more
Save the Sound Releases Long Island Sound Beach Grades in Advance of New Swimming Season
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 20 -- Save the Sound issued the following news release: * * * Save the Sound Releases Long Island Sound Beach Grades in Advance of New Swimming Season Grades based on water quality data collected during 2025 swimming season * About three-quarters of the Sound's beaches had consistently clean water last summer. Seventy-seven percent of the 192 public and private Long Island Sound beaches that were sampled at least nine times during the 2025 swimming season receive  more
Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television & Radio Artists: TAKE IT DOWN Act Notice-and-Removal Obligations Now Effective
LOS ANGELES, California, May 20 -- The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) issued the following news release: * * * TAKE IT DOWN Act Notice-and-Removal Obligations Now Effective SAG-AFTRA and Partners Unite to Continue the Fight Against Nonconsensual Digital Replication and Urge Passage of the NO FAKES Act * With the TAKE IT DOWN Act's notice-and-removal protections now in effect, SAG-AFTRA, American Medical Association, Artist Rights Alliance  more
Senator Peters Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Study Link Between Animal Cruelty and Interpersonal Violence
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Peters Reintroduces Bipartisan Legislation to Study Link Between Animal Cruelty and Interpersonal Violence U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) reintroduced bipartisan legislation to help us better understand and respond to the connection between animal cruelty and interpersonal violence. Peters' Animal Violence Exposes Real Threat of (AVERT) Future Violence Act - which he reintroduced with U.S. Sena  more
Senior Personnel At Telecommunications Company Charged With Multimillion Dollar Fraud Following Company Self-Report
NEW YORK, May 19 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Senior Personnel At Telecommunications Company Charged With Multimillion Dollar Fraud Following Company Self-Report * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jay Clayton, and Assistant Director in Charge of the New York Field Office of the Federal Bureau of Investigation, James C. Barnacle, Jr., announced today the unsealing of an Indictment  more
Seton Hall Students Shape Global Gender Policy at UN
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, May 19 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news: * * * Seton Hall Students Shape Global Gender Policy at UN * Every March, the United Nations Headquarters in New York becomes the center of global dialogue on gender equality, as thousands of delegates, civil society representatives, and policymakers converge for the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW). For Seton Hall's School of Diplomacy and International Relations students, this landmark gathering is   more
Sidequest Unlocked: UAlbany Students Study Video Game Music Through Course
ALBANY, New York, May 20 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Sidequest Unlocked: UAlbany Students Study Video Game Music Through New Course By Sophie Coker, Class of 2026, scoker@albany.edu Video games have been a dominant force on culture and society for decades, but especially for Gen Z students in college. Controllers keep fidgety hands busy, and visuals foster deep immersion in games. But if you listen closely, there's more to your Mario Kart game than meets the  more
SoA Faculty Presents Plenary Paper at Annual Meeting of Theoretical Archaeology Group
BROOKLYN, New York, May 19 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news: * * * SoA Faculty Presents Plenary Paper at Annual Meeting of Theoretical Archaeology Group * School of Architecture faculty Jeffrey Hogrefe presents a plenary paper entitled "The Ghostly Indian in Mason Dixon," at the Annual Meeting of the Theoretical Archaeology Group (TAG) on Friday, May 29, 2026. The program is free t  more
South Dakota Corn Growers Association President Kubik Testifies Before Senate Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry Committee
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee released the following written testimony by Trent Kubik, president of the South Dakota Corn Growers Association, Hamill, from a May 12, 2026, hearing entitled "Perspectives on the Fertilizer Industry: Ensuring a Stable and Affordable Supply for American Producers": * * * Chairman Boozman, Ranking Member Klobuchar and Members of the Senate Agriculture Committee, thank you for the opportunity to speak here today. My n  more
Starr Career Development Center Wins Multiple Awards in 2026
NEW YORK, May 19 -- Baruch College posted the following news: * * * Starr Career Development Center Wins Multiple Awards in 2026 * Supporting student career success across the Baruch experience This year, Baruch's Starr Career Development Center earned five national, regional, and local awards, recognizing its leadership in career readiness, experiential learning, and innovative student success initiatives. The honors reflect Starr's work to weave career development throughout a student'  more
State Department Issues Public Schedule for May 20, 2026
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for May 20, 2026: * * * SECRETARY MARCO RUBIO Secretary Rubio has no public appointments. DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE CHRISTOPHER LANDAU 12:00 p.m. Deputy Secretary Landau meets with Republic of Korea First Vice Foreign Minister Park Yoonjoo at the Department of State. (CLOSED PRESS COVERAGE) DEPUTY SECRETARY OF STATE FOR MANAGEMENT AND RESOURCES MICHAEL J. RIGAS Deputy Secretary Rigas is on travel to  more
State Dept. Approves Import of Cultural Objects for 'Tarot! Renaissance Roots, Modern Visions' Exhibition
WASHINGTON, May 19 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. State Department has issued a formal determination approving the temporary importation of culturally significant objects for the exhibition "Tarot! Renaissance Roots, Modern Visions" at the Morgan Library & Museum, New York. Published in the Federal Register on May 15, 2026, the notice states that the imported objects are considered to be of cultural significance and that their exhibition within the United States is in the national interest. According to  more
State University of New York Polytechnic Institute: Research by Dr. Juan-Felipe Henao Explores Reducing Energy Poverty Through Biomass
ALBANY, New York, May 20 (TNSjou) -- The State University of New York Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * New Research by Dr. Juan-Felipe Henao Explores Reducing Energy Poverty Through Biomass SUNY Poly's Juan-Felipe Henao, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Management Science, has co-authored new research in Energy Policy, a world-leading journal in the field. The paper, "From Diesel to Biomass: A Strategic Policy Shift for Reducing Energy Poverty in Off-Grid Colombia," was wri  more
Statement From Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, on Ebola Outbreak
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following statement by President Rajiv J. Shah on Ebola outbreak: * * * Statement From Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, on Ebola Outbreak The news that the current Ebola outbreak in Central Africa may have circulated undetected for weeks and is now crossing borders is a reckoning for everyone with a stake in global health -- from leaders at the World Health Assembly this week to heads of state, local health depar  more
Student Press Law Center Issues Commentary: Someone Wants Your Reporting Notes, Records or Testimony. What Should You Do?
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 19 -- The Student Press Law Center issued the following commentary on May 18, 2026, by David M. Snyder, a member of attorney referral network: * * * Someone wants your reporting notes, records or testimony. What should you do? David M. Snyder is a media lawyer admitted to practice in Florida and New York. He teaches communications law to journalism students at the St. Petersburg campus of the University of South Florida. He is a member of the Student Press Law Center'  more
SUNY Board Trustees Celebrate 2026 Graduating Students at Commencement Events Throughout New York State
ALBANY, New York, May 20 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * SUNY Board Trustees Celebrate 2026 Graduating Students at Commencement Events Throughout New York State From Buffalo to Long Island, SUNY's Trustees and Chancellor King Join Campuses to Recognize the Hard Work and Determination of SUNY Students * As commencements continue statewide across the State University of New York colleges and universities, SUNY Board of Trustee members have been tra  more
SUNY Potsdam Opens Fully Online Pathway to Careers in Special Education, With Virtual MST Program
POTSDAM, New York, May 20 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus issued the following news: * * * SUNY Potsdam Opens New Fully Online Pathway to Careers in Special Education, with Virtual MST Program SUNY Potsdam is expanding access to careers in special education with the launch of a new fully online Master of Science in Teaching degree in inclusive and special education, designed for individuals from a wide range of academic backgrounds. Designed for both career changers and r  more
Syracuse University: Professor Emeritus of Physics Peter Saulson Elected to the National Academy of Sciences
SYRACUSE, New York, May 20 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Professor Emeritus of Physics Peter Saulson Elected to the National Academy of Sciences Saulson built the University's gravitational-wave research group and helped lead the quest that produced the first direct detection of gravitational waves. Peter Saulson, the Martin A. Pomerantz '37 Professor Emeritus of Physics in the College of Arts and Sciences (A&S), has been elected to the National Academy of Sciences   more
Texas Children's Hospital to Launch Nation's First Detransitioner Clinic in Groundbreaking First for Detransitioners Across the Country
WASHINGTON, May 19 [Category: Political] -- The Independent Women's Forum posted issued the following news release: * * * Texas Children's Hospital to Launch Nation's First Detransitioner Clinic in Groundbreaking First for Detransitioners Across the Country * AUSTIN, TX - In a groundbreaking development signaling the continued national shift away from pediatric gender medicine, Texas Children's Hospital has agreed to establish what is expected to become the nation's first dedicated detransit  more
The Case Against Rob Bresnahan
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * The Case Against Rob Bresnahan * "Rob Bresnahan has made himself the poster child of Washington corruption and completely broken the trust of hardworking Northeastern Pennsylvanians. He has used his office to benefit himself while unleashing higher prices and devastating health care cuts on his own community. Paige Cognetti fights political corruption wherever she sees it because sh  more
Toy Foundation Helps Deliver Joy to Bronx, NY Children at Spring Fling Giveaway
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The Toy Foundation, an arm of the Toy Association, issued the following news: * * * The Toy Foundation Helps Deliver Joy to Bronx, NY Children at Spring Fling Giveaway The Toy Foundation(TM) (TTF) was proud to support Giving Friends' annual Spring Fling Giveaway, hosted in partnership with Pelham Bay Little League last month. The distribution event gave toys and other essential items to Bronx, New York-area children and families in need. This year's Spring Fling Giveaway   more
Transcript - Updates on CDC's Response to Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda and Hantavirus Linked to M/V Hondius, 5/19/2026
WASHINGTON, May 20 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following transcript of a podcast involving moderator Benjamin Haynes and incident manager Satish Pillai: * * * Transcript - Updates on CDC's Response to Ebola Outbreak in DRC and Uganda and Hantavirus Linked to M/V Hondius, 5/19/2026 Please Note: This transcript is not edited and may contain errors. 00:00:00 Operator Good afternoon, and thank you all for standing by.  more
Two-Time Alumnus Named Harvard Graduate School of Design Loeb Fellow
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, May 19 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news: * * * Two-Time Alumnus Named Harvard Graduate School of Design Loeb Fellow * Kamal Bell '14, '15, owner of Sankofa Farms in Durham County, North Carolina, has been named a Loeb Fellow by the Harvard Graduate School of Design. EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (May 19, 2026) -Kamal Bell, a two-time graduate of the College of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences at North Carolina  more
U.N. Secretary-General Guterres Delivers Remarks to Second Ministerial Conference on Peacekeeping in Francophone Area
NEW YORK, May 20 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued the following remarks to the second Ministerial Conference on Peacekeeping in the Francophone Area: * * * Excellencies, I thank the Kingdom of Morocco and France for co-chairing this second Ministerial Conference on Peacekeeping in the Francophone Area, and the International Organization of la Francophonie for its engagement. Peacekeeping is one of the most tangible activities of the United Nations. For nearly eigh  more
U.S. nonprofits demonstrate overwhelming interest in improving trust
NORTHBROOK, Illinois, May 19 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Allstate, a property and casualty insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. nonprofits demonstrate overwhelming interest in improving trust * Key Takeaways: * Allstate and the Aspen Institute's Alliance for Social Trust named 11 nonprofit collaborations across 10 states as recipients of the 2026 Trust in Practice Awards. * Awardees will each receive funding of $1 million, $500,000 or $100,000, and join a na  more
U.S. Representative to U.N. Ambassador Waltz Delivers Remarks at U.N. Security Council Meeting on Situation in Middle East
NEW YORK, May 20 -- The U.S. Mission to the United Nations issued the following remarks by U.S. Representative to U.N. Ambassador Mike Waltz on May 19, 2026, at a U.N. Security Council meeting on the situation in the Middle East: * * * Thank you, Mr. President. Thank you, Director General, for your remarks and thank you, my colleagues in Bahrain, for calling this emergency meeting. Colleagues, let's be very clear. We should truly, collectively as a global community, be thankful to God that to  more
UAlbany Receives 'Insight Into Academia' Magazine's Inaugural Top Colleges for Innovation Award
ALBANY, New York, May 20 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * UAlbany Receives 'Insight Into Academia' Magazine's Inaugural Top Colleges for Innovation Award By Amy Geduldig The University at Albany has received the inaugural Top Colleges for Innovation Award from Insight Into Academia magazine, the nation's longest-running publication advancing best practices in higher education. The award recognizes colleges and universities where innovation is embedded in their vi  more
UConn School of Law Celebrates 103rd Commencement
STORRS, Connecticut, May 19 -- The University of Connecticut posted the following news: * * * UConn School of Law Celebrates 103rd Commencement * "I hope you will become more than just a law graduate. More than just a lawyer. I hope you will become the kind of lawyer who inspires, who educates, who is compassionate, and who understands that justice requires more of us." That message from keynote speaker Bryan Stevenson echoed throughout UConn Law's 103rd Commencement ceremony as approximat  more
UN Experts Sound Alarm Over Saudi Arabia's Abusive Labor Governance System
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch posted the following news: * * * UN Experts Sound Alarm Over Saudi Arabia's Abusive Labor Governance System * Leading UN human rights experts on issues of slavery, migration, and human trafficking worldwide have urged Saudi Arabia on April 29 to effectively abolish the kafala (sponsorship) system, an abusive system ties workers to their sponsors for their residency and work permits. Despite Saudi authorities' Labor Reform Initi  more
University of Southern California Information Sciences Institute: Class Of 2026 Trojan Engineers Tasked As Trustworthy Problem-Solvers As They Launch Next Chapter
MARINA DEL REY, California, May 19 -- The University of Southern California Information Sciences Institute, a component of the Viterbi School of Engineering, issued the following news: * * * Class Of 2026 Trojan Engineers Tasked As Trustworthy Problem-Solvers As They Launch Next Chapter From 35 countries and equipped with the skills to advance their chosen field of engineering, the Viterbi Class of 2026 gathered to celebrate degrees earned across oceans, languages, and cultures. By Venice Ta  more
USDA Agricultural Marketing Service Issues Notice, Request for Comments for Designation Opportunities for United States Grain Standards Act
WASHINGTON, May 19 (TNSFR) -- The United States Grain Standards Act (USGSA) designations for five official agencies--Amarillo Grain Exchange, Inc.; D.R. Schaal Agency, Inc.; North Carolina Department of Agriculture; State Grain Inspection, Inc.; and Utah Department of Agriculture and Food--will end on the dates listed in the SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION section below. The Grain Inspection Services of Texas, LLC, voluntarily cancelled their designation effective on February 28, 2026, and the area   more
UT San Antonio alumna teaches in Spain through Fulbright scholarship opportunity
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, May 19 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * UT San Antonio alumna teaches in Spain through Fulbright scholarship opportunity * Alana Schwartz '25 has long been drawn to the connections that surface when people look past their differences and toward a shared understanding. That curiosity now plays out in a classroom in northwest Spain. Schwartz, a UT San Antonio alumna and former Top Scholar who earned her bachelor's degree in anthropol  more
Va. A.G. Jones Joins Coalition Opposing EPA's Proposal to Gut National Limits on Toxic Ethylene Oxide Pollution
RICHMOND, Virginia, May 20 -- Virginia Attorney General Jay Jones issued the following news release on May 19, 2026: * * * Attorney General Jay Jones Joins Coalition Opposing EPA's Proposal to Gut National Limits on Toxic Ethylene Oxide Pollution Attorney General Jay Jones today joined a coalition of attorneys general opposing a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) proposal to repeal national emission standards for ethylene oxide (EtO) used by commercial sterilization facilities. Accor  more
Warren Rallies Democrats on the Path Forward for Universal Child Care
WASHINGTON, May 19 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: * * * Warren Rallies Democrats on the Path Forward for Universal Child Care * "It would be political malpractice for Democrats not to be talking about child care every chance we get, going into the midterms and beyond" Livestream of Speech (YouTube) Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) joined the Center for American Progress' IDEAS Conference to deliver a speech o  more
Washington State Attorney General sues U.S. Department of Education over unlawfully limiting federal student loan access
OLYMPIA, Washington, May 19 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * WA sues U.S. Department of Education over unlawfully limiting federal student loan access * Washington and a multistate coalition have filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Education over a new rule that unlawfully limits access to federal student loans for students pursuing professional degree programs, including many in healthcare and other critical workforce fields  more
What we now know about how smoking stiffens lungs
RIVERSIDE, California, May 18 -- The University of California Riverside campus issued the following news: * * * What we now know about how smoking stiffens lungs * For the first time, scientists have directly measured how smoking changes the mechanical behavior of human lung tissue. Published in the Journal of the Royal Society Interface, the study directed by UC Riverside mechanical engineer Mona Eskandari, examines human lung parenchyma, which is the soft, spongy tissue that makes up the  more
White & Case advises Bel Fuse Inc. on equity follow-on offering
NEW YORK, May 19 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * White & Case advises Bel Fuse Inc. on equity follow-on offering * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Bel Fuse Inc., a leading global manufacturer of electronic components, systems and solutions, on its US$400 million underwritten equity follow-on offering. The follow-on offering consisted of 1,725,000 shares of Bel Fuse's Class B common stock at a price of US$266.00 p  more
Wind Tunnel Expands Research and Hands-On Learning at Hofstra Engineering
HEMPSTEAD, New York, May 20 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * New Wind Tunnel Expands Research and Hands-On Learning at Hofstra Engineering Lindsey Angioletti A new state-of-the-art wind tunnel is expanding research and learning opportunities at Hofstra's Fred DeMatteis School of Engineering and Applied Science. The school recently received a custom-built ELD Inc. 1.5' x 1.5' cross-section subsonic wind tunnel for aerodynamic testing through a gift from Michael P. Delan  more
Yale Awards Eight Honorary Degrees
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, May 19 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Yale awards eight honorary degrees Distinguished individuals receiving honorary degrees during Yale's annual commencement included preeminent practitioners of the arts, science, political science, athletics, and religion. * During its 325th graduation ceremony on Monday, Yale University awarded honorary degrees to eight individuals whose achievements in their fields have benefited the common good. This yea  more
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