News Tipoffs - Florida Editors
ABC's exclusive coverage of the 2026 NBA Finals begins June 3: New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs
BRISTOL, Connecticut, June 1 [Category: BizMedia] -- ESPN, a sports media company, posted the following news release:
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ABC's exclusive coverage of the 2026 NBA Finals begins June 3: New York Knicks vs. San Antonio Spurs
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* For the first time, the legendary Inside the NBA team to serve as the official NBA Finals pregame, halftime and postgame shows
* Pat McAfee to lead alternate presentation for Game 3
* NBA Finals on ESPN Radio celebrates 30 th anniversary
* ESPN's significant on-si
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As Hurricane Season Begins, Senator Moody Urges Floridians to Be Prepared
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release on June 1, 2026:
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As Hurricane Season Begins, Senator Moody Urges Floridians to Be Prepared
As Hurricane Season begins today, Senator Ashley Moody is urging Floridians to be prepared. Forecasters with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service project a total of eight-to-14 named storms, with three-to-six of those becoming hurricanes this year. While experts pred
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BLS Issues Report on Productivity By State 2025
WASHINGTON, May 28 (TNSLrpt) -- Productivity By State 2025 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - (14 pages)
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Labor productivity in the private nonfarm sector increased in 42 states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Output increased in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Hours worked increased in 33 states. The District of Columbia experienced the highest growth in labor productivity, an increase of 5.2
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Cancer Vaccine Sustains 49 Percent Melanoma Reduction After 5 Years
NEW YORK, June 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release:
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Cancer Vaccine Sustains 49 Percent Melanoma Reduction After 5 Years
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The combination of a vaccine and a drug, which both harness the immune system to attack cancer cells, has proven successful in cutting the risk of skin cancer recurrence by 49 percent, a new study shows. This reduction, which was calculated five years after
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Champion for Science Education Begins Term as 2026-2027 President of the National Science Teaching Association
ARLINGTON, Virginia, June 2 -- The National Science Teaching Association issued the following news release:
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Champion for Science Education Begins Term as 2026-2027 President of the National Science Teaching Association
MCLEAN, Va. -- On June 1, Donna L. Governor, PhD, professor of science education in the Department of Middle Grades, Science and Secondary Education at the University of North Georgia, became the 2026-2027 President of the National Science Teaching Association (NSTA), the
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Coast Guard urges preparedness for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security Coast Guard issued the following news release:
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Coast Guard urges preparedness for 2026 Atlantic hurricane season
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MIAMI -The Coast Guard Southeast District reminds mariners and residents of South Carolina, Georgia, Florida, Puerto Rico and the U.S. Virgin Islands to prepare for the 2026 hurricane season.
The Atlantic hurricane season runs from June 1 to November 30, with the peak occurring between mid-August and late Oct
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Concierge Powered by CLEAR Launched at MIA to Elevate Travel Experiences
MIAMI, Florida, June 2 -- Miami International Airport issued the following news:
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Concierge Powered by CLEAR launched at MIA to elevate travel experiences
First-of-its-kind airport-wide service delivers a seamless journey from curb to gate and back
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As Miami-Dade County prepares to welcome millions of visitors ahead of major summer events like America250 celebrations and the FIFA World Cup, CLEAR today announced the launch of Concierge Powered by CLEAR at Miami International Airport,
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Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement Following Visit to 'Alligator Alcatraz'
WASHINGTON, May 26 -- Rep. Maxwell Frost, D-Florida, issued the following statement:
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Congressman Maxwell Frost Statement Following Visit to 'Alligator Alcatraz'
SOUTH FLORIDA -- Today, Congressman Maxwell Alejandro Frost (FL-10) released the following statement after a state-approved visit to 'Alligator Alcatraz,' amid recent reports that the facility is expected to close.
In a statement, Rep. Frost says:
"Today, I visited 'Alligator Alcatraz' to conduct oversight and seek answers abo
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Direct Relief Invests $5 Million to Keep Florida Health Centers Powered During Hurricanes
SANTA BARBARA, California, June 1 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news:
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Direct Relief Invests $5 Million to Keep Florida Health Centers Powered During Hurricanes
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Direct Relief announced today a more than $5.2 million investment in resilient power infrastructure across Florida, helping community health centers remain operational during hurricanes, flooding, extreme heat, and prolonged grid outages.
The projects, part of Direct Relief's Power for Health
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FDA Regulation of Medication Abortion - Recent Legal Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB10919) on May 28, 2026, by legislative attorney Jennifer A. Staman:
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FDA Regulation of Medication Abortion: Recent Legal Developments
Regulation of medication abortion drugs is a salient issue for federal policymakers, particularly amid continued litigation over the conditions in which these drugs may be available to pregnant patients. Some of the more prominent pendi
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Fists of Fury Series Returns to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, June 28
HOLLYWOOD, Florida, June 1 -- Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino Hollywood, owned by the Seminole Tribe of Florida, issued the following news:
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Fists of Fury Series Returns to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, June 28
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Boxing returns as the Fists of Fury Series returns to Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood on Sunday, June 28 at 4 p.m.
Tickets on sale now. Tickets are available at www.myHRL.com. Doors open half hour before showtime. Additional
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FIU Researcher Discovers How to Turn a Computer's Storage Chip Into a Cybersecurity Shield
MIAMI, Florida, June 2 -- Florida International University, a component of the public university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FIU researcher discovers how to turn a computer's storage chip into a cybersecurity shield
By David Drucker
Hackers are ruthless. They can take control of your computer, delete files and disappear without a trace.
FIU cybersecurity researcher Weidong Zhu has discovered a way to transform a computer's storage chip into an additional tool for cyb
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Fla. Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson Applauds Florida Legislature for Historic Funding to Save Agricultural Lands From Development
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 2 -- The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services issued the following news release on June 1, 2026:
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Wilton Simpson Applauds Florida Legislature for Historic Funding to Save Agricultural Lands from Development
Today, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson applauded the Florida Legislature for passing a state budget that provides $425 million in funding, the largest amount in state history, to save Florida's working farms and ranches
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Gainesville Receives Strong Credit Rating Reviews From Moody's, Fitch
GAINESVILLE, Florida, May 29 -- The city of Gainesville issued the following news release:
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Gainesville receives strong credit rating reviews from Moody's, Fitch
The City of Gainesville has received strong credit rating reviews from both Moody's Investors Service and Fitch Ratings for the issuance of its upcoming 2026 Capital Improvement Revenue Bonds. These ratings reflect the agencies' continued confidence in the city's financial management, reserve levels, resiliency and long-term fis
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Gaming enthusiast and scholar leads UNF Esports program
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, June 1 -- The University of North Florida posted the following news:
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Gaming enthusiast and scholar leads UNF Esports program
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With a decade of experience in the esports industry and years teaching esports at the college level, Tom Screech has built a career in the worlds of competitive gaming, business and higher education.
This spring, he brought his expertise to the University of North Florida as its first esports program manager, leading the launch of the U
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Gartner HR Survey Finds AI is Boosting Productivity But Widening Workforce Divisions in Australia
STAMFORD, Connecticut, June 2 (TNSrep) -- Gartner, an information technology research and advisory company, issued the following news release:
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Gartner HR Survey Finds AI is Boosting Productivity but Widening Workforce Divisions in Australia
Low Job Confidence, Uneven AI Adoption and Rising Anxiety is Reshaping Employee Sentiment in 2026
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While AI is delivering significant productivity gains across Australian workplaces, it is also increasing workforce division and job uncertainty in
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Hilton's Curio and Tapestry Collections Each Celebrate 200th Hotel Milestones, Contributing Towards Hilton's Rapidly Growing Lifestyle Portfolio
MCLEAN, Virginia, June 2 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release:
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Hilton's Curio and Tapestry Collections Each Celebrate 200th Hotel Milestones, Contributing Towards Hilton's Rapidly Growing Lifestyle Portfolio
* Hilton's Lifestyle portfolio continues to expand globally, led by growth across Curio Collection by Hilton and Tapestry Collection by Hilton.
* Curio Collection by Hilton has surpassed 200 open hotels worldwide, spanning nearly 50 countries and territori
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House Education & Workforce Subcommittee Sets June 3 Hearing on Building AI-Ready America
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- The House Education and Workforce Subcommittee on Higher Education and Workforce Development issued the following information for a hearing entitled "Building an AI-Ready America: Higher Education in the Age of AI" at 10:15 a.m. on June 3, 2026, at 2175 Rayburn House Office Building:
Witnesses:
* Mr. Jonathan Fozard, Chief Information Officer, Florida State University
* Dr. Dave Duke, Chief Product Officer for Higher Education, McGraw Hill
* Dr. Bridget Burns, CEO, Univ
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Institute for Justice: Victory! City of Jacksonville, NC, Chooses Not to Appeal Food Truck Decision, Cuts Checks Instead
ARLINGTON, Virginia, May 28 -- The Institute for Justice posted the following news release:
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Victory! City of Jacksonville, NC, Chooses Not to Appeal Food Truck Decision, Cuts Checks Instead
Anthony "Tony" Proctor and Octavius "Ray" Raymond, local food truck owners of "The Spot" and "The Cheesesteak Hustle," respectively, and Nicole Gonzalez, who owns Northwoods Urban Farm in Jacksonville, North Carolina, can finally celebrate a legal victory years in the making. The city of Jacksonville
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Jackrabbit in the Spotlight / Hatkin's interest in linear controls lands him a Bullseye
BROOKINGS, South Dakota, June 1 -- South Dakota State University posted the following news:
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Jackrabbit in the Spotlight / Hatkin's interest in linear controls lands him a Bullseye
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Brady Hatkin knows his way around a hockey arena. A roping arena? That's a different story.
But the fact that the electrical engineering major is more comfortable on ice skates than on a quarter horse didn't keep Hatkin from being a major contributor to an award-winning project to create an autonomous tea
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Lujan, Padilla, Cantwell Lead Senate Colleagues in Urging Sec. Lutnick to Halt Implementation of Trump's Illegal EO to Eliminate Vote-by-Mail
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Lujan, Padilla, Cantwell Lead Senate Colleagues in Urging Sec. Lutnick to Halt Implementation of Trump's Illegal EO to Eliminate Vote-by-Mail
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Senators Direct Dept. of Commerce to Explain its Involvement with USPS and Elections and Preserve Documents for Congressional Oversight
Washington, D.C. -U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Committ
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Mercer co-op an integral part of faculty members' love story
ATLANTA, Georgia, June 1 -- Mercer University posted the following news:
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Mercer co-op an integral part of faculty members' love story
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Mercer University's Connell Student Center served as a backdrop for Dr. Stanley and Marie Roberts' relationship to blossom as students. While dating, they spent a lot of time together inside the building, and they got engaged right outside of it.
Stanley, School of Music associate dean and choral conducting professor, and Marie, senior lecturer of vo
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Mortgage fraud risk decreased in beginning of 2026
IRVINE, California, June 1 [Category: BizReal Estate] -- Cotality (formerly CoreLogic) issued the following news release:
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Mortgage fraud risk decreased in beginning of 2026
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Cotality National Mortgage Fraud Application Risk Index shows risk is 121 in Q1 2026, a decrease from 133 in Q4 2025.
* An estimated 1 in 129 mortgage applications had indications of fraud.
* Undisclosed real estate fraud continues to show the largest increase in fraud risk in Q1 2026.
* Fraud risk is bei
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NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION ENDORSES THE DIGNITY ACT
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- Rep. Maria Salazar, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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NATIONAL RESTAURANT ASSOCIATION ENDORSES THE DIGNITY ACT
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - The National Restaurant Association, the leading voice of America's restaurant and foodservice industry, has endorsed the Dignity Act (H.R.4393), adding the support of one of the nation's largest employer organizations to the growing momentum behind the legislation.
Restaurants are a fundamental part of American culture
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NiCE World 2026: Where Agentic AI Meets Enterprise Scale
NEW YORK, June 1 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE World 2026: Where Agentic AI Meets Enterprise Scale
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Leading global brands to share how agentic AI is transforming customer experience operations
Hoboken, N.J., June 1, 2026 - NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced NiCE World 2026, taking place June 8-10 at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin in Orlando, Florida.
NiCE World is for enterpri
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NIH Research Clears Way for Study of Experimental Treatment for Opioid Use Disorder
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services National Institutes of Health issued the following news release on June 1, 2026:
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NIH research clears way for study of experimental treatment for opioid use disorder
IND in effect for human safety study of mitragynine, a kratom isolate.
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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) today announced that its Investigational New Drug (IND) application for mitragynine, the primary psychoactive compound found in Mitragyna
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Northwood Esports Scores 10 National Championships this Spring
MIDLAND, Michigan, June 1 -- Northwood University posted the following news:
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Northwood Esports Scores 10 National Championships this Spring
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Following one of the most successful postseason runs in program history, Northwood Esports officially concluded its spring championship season after capturing 10 national championships across multiple collegiate esports leagues and events.
From late March through May, Northwood teams competed in postseason brackets across the country and online
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Rep. Soto Announces $43 Million in Federal Aviation Administration Funding for Orlando International Airport and Kissimmee Gateway Airport
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Rep. Darren Soto, D-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Soto Announces $43 Million in Federal Aviation Administration Funding for Orlando International Airport and Kissimmee Gateway Airport
Orlando International Airport received $33 million from the Airport Terminals Program and Kissimmee Gateway Airport received $10 million from the Contract Tower Competitive Grant Program
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ORLANDO, FL -- Today, Congressman Darren Soto (FL-09) hosted a press conference
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Researchers from Perlmutter Cancer Center Present Latest Findings at 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting
NEW YORK, June 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release:
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Researchers from Perlmutter Cancer Center Present Latest Findings at 2026 ASCO Annual Meeting
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E xperts from NYU Langone Health's Perlmutter Cancer Center, an NCI-Designated Comprehensive Cancer Center, present their latest clinical findings and research at the 2026 American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting, held
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Sara L. Johnson, EdD, Named President-Elect of the SNMMI Technologist Section
RESTON, Virginia, May 31 [Category: Medical] -- The Society of Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging issued the following news release:
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Sara L. Johnson, EdD, Named President-Elect of the SNMMI Technologist Section
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LOS ANGELES - Sara L. Johnson, EdD, MAEd, BS, CNMT, NMTCB(RS), RT(N)(CT)(ARRT), FSNMMI-TS, has been named president-elect of the SNMMI Technologist Section (SNMMI-TS). Johnson is a PET/CT technologist at Florida Cancer Specialists in Brandon, Florida, and a didactic instru
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Senate Foreign Relations Committee Sets June 4 Nomination Hearing
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee issued the following information for a nominations hearing at 10 a.m. on June 4, 2026, at the U.S. Capitol:
Nominees
* Mr. Darrell Owens, of Pennsylvania, to be U.S. Representative to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe, with the rank of Ambassador
* Mr. William Trachman, of Colorado, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the United Republic of Tanzania
* The Honor
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Senate Judiciary Committee Sets June 4 Nomination Hearing
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- The Senate Judiciary Committee issued the following information for a nominations hearing at 10:15 a.m. on June 4, 2026, at 216 Hart Senate Office Building:
Agenda
Nominees
* Benjamin M. Flowers, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Sixth Circuit
* Matthew A. Schwartz, to be United States Circuit Judge for the Second Circuit
* Michael J. Hendershot, to be United States District Judge for the Northern District of Ohio
* Arthur Roberts Jones, to be United States Di
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Senate Special Committee on Aging Sets June 3 Hearing on Human Cost of Dangerous Foreign Drugs
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- The Senate Special Committee on Aging issued the following information for a hearing entitled "Poisoned Pills: The Human Cost of Dangerous Foreign Drugs" at 3:30 p.m. on June 3, 2026, at 216 Hart Senate Office Building:
Members
* Chairman Rick Scott (Republican-Florida)
* Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand (Democrat-New York)
Witnesses
* Lisa Salberg, Founder & CEO, Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Association, Denville, NJ
* Adam Clark-Joseph, PhD, Chief Analytics Officer
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Senator Moody Touts $1.5 Billion in Secured FEMA Reimbursements for Florida and Passage of Her TRACK Act as Hurricane Season Looms
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Senator Moody Touts $1.5 Billion in Secured FEMA Reimbursements for Florida and Passage of Her TRACK Act as Hurricane Season Looms
BARTOW, Fla.--Senator Ashley Moody is touting the more than $1.5 billion secured for Florida in FEMA public assistance funding. Senator Moody worked to secure these funds to reimburse more than 500 projects around the state from hurricanes and other disasters dating
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Senators Coons, Scott Introduce Bipartisan IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act to Modernize HBCU Campuses
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
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Senators Coons, Scott Introduce Bipartisan IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act to modernize HBCU campuses
U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) and Tim Scott (R-S.C.) introduced the Institutional Grants for New Infrastructure, Technology, and Education for Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) Excellence Act, also known as the IGNITE HBCU Excellence Act, bipartisan legislation to rebuild and m
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State Investment Fuels Florida Poly's Continued Momentum and Growth
LAKELAND, Florida, May 29 -- Florida Polytechnic University issued the following news release:
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New state investment fuels Florida Poly's continued momentum and growth
Florida Polytechnic University is poised to continue its strong trajectory of growth following the Florida Legislature's approval of $19 million in the state's 2026-2027 budget to support student success initiatives, infrastructure growth and strategic enrollment expansion.
The legislative investment includes $10 million
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TAMIU REU Site Expands Access to Engineering Research for Undergraduate Students
LAREDO, Texas, May 28 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release:
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TAMIU REU Site Expands Access to Engineering Research for Undergraduate Students
As universities continue expanding undergraduate research opportunities in STEM fields, the impact of a National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded Research Experiences for Undergraduates (REU) Site at Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) continues to resonate throu
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Traveling With Peace of Mind: Keep Your Device Protected This Summer
SEOUL, South Korea, June 2 -- Samsung, a manufacturer of mobile devices and wearable tech to intelligent home appliances, issued the following news:
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Traveling with Peace of Mind: Keep Your Device Protected this Summer
* Samsung Care+ with Theft and Loss Open Enrollment runs from June 1 to June 30. Enroll your eligible Galaxy devices now to receive ultimate protection at regular retail price, up to a 16% savings.
* Coverage that travels with you -- with global repairs you're never witho
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Two FSU Anne's College professors named Fellows of the American Society for Nutrition
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, June 1 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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Two FSU Anne's College professors named Fellows of the American Society for Nutrition
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Two professors at Florida State University's Anne Spencer Daves College of Education, Health, and Human Sciences (Anne's College) have earned fellowships recognizing their contributions to the field of nutrition.
Associate Professor Sarah A. Johnson and Betty M. Watts Endowed Professor Ravinder Nagpal, both members
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UCF Scientist Leads Research to Break Through Harmful Bacterial "Fortresses"
ORLANDO, Florida, June 1 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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UCF Scientist Leads Research to Break Through Harmful Bacterial "Fortresses"
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College of Medicine Assistant Professor Renee Fleeman continues to refine a powerful therapy for drug-resistant bacteria that pierces the gooey coating that anchors and protects such germs from the drugs we take to kill them.
Her research, backed by a five-year $813,130 National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Dise
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University of Miami Professor Moreno Highlights Innovative Research and Care Redefining Cancer Survivorship
MIAMI, Florida, June 1 -- The University of Miami Miller School of Medicine posted the following Q&A involving Patricia I. Moreno, assistant professor of Public Health Sciences, Psychology, and Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences:
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Q and A with Cancer Survivorship Researcher Patricia Moreno
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The Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center psychologist explains why survivorship begins at diagnosis and how evidence-based care and research are improving emotional well-being and quality of life f
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USDA: 'Office of Inspector General Semiannual Report to Congress FY 2026 - First Half'
WASHINGTON, June 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Agriculture Inspector General issued the following audit report (No. 95) on May 29, 2026 entitled "Office of Inspector General Semiannual Report to Congress FY 2026 - First Half."
Here is the message from the inspector general:
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I am pleased to present the U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Office of Inspector General (OIG) Semiannual Report to Congress (SARC) for the first half of fiscal year (FY) 2026. This report summarizes OIG's activities fro
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Virginia Tech: International Scientists to Assemble in Roanoke to Unlock the Medicine of Exercise
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, May 29 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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International scientists to assemble in Roanoke to unlock the medicine of exercise
More than 40 speakers and 250 attendees are expected for the 20th International Biochemistry of Exercise Conference, hosted in Roanoke by Virginia Tech and the Fralin Biomedical Research Institute at VTC.
By Matt Chittum
The world's largest continuing gathering of scientists who investigate the potential of exercise to fight disea
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W.Va. A.G. McCuskey Leads Coalition to Stop Activist Groups From Blocking Permitting Process Before It Begins
CHARLESTON, West Virginia, June 2 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey issued the following news release on June 1, 2026:
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Attorney General McCuskey leads coalition to stop activist groups from blocking permitting process before it begins
A federal appeals court recently handed activist groups a powerful new tool: the ability to sue and halt any federal permitting project before the responsible state agency has even had a chance to review it. West Virginia Attorney General
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Walter Reed, Other Military Hospitals Get 'A' Grade for Patient Care
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Walter Reed, Other Military Hospitals Get 'A' Grade for Patient Care
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The Defense Health Agency announced May 6 that Walter Reed National Military Medical Center earned a Leapfrog "A" hospital safety grade for spring 2026.
Leapfrog Group, an independent nonprofit organization, evaluates hospitals nationwide on safety and prevention measures, including those concerning errors, injuries and infections. It assi
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Wasserman Schultz Shares Broward County Residents' High-Cost Utility Struggles, Offers Legislative Solutions
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz, D-Florida, issued the following news release:
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Wasserman Schultz Shares Broward County Residents' High-Cost Utility Struggles, Offers Legislative Solutions
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Sunrise, FL - Today, U.S. Rep. Debbie Wasserman Schultz (FL-25) convened Broward County residents to share how utility prices continue to squeeze families across South Florida, as electric, water, gas and other bills continue to climb, and she offered a raft of common-sense legis
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White House Sends 40 Nominations to Senate
WASHINGTON, June 2 -- The White House sent to the Senate on June 1, 2026, the nominations of 40 individuals for positions in the federal government:
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NOMINATIONS SENT TO THE SENATE:
Mark Abreu, of Florida, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of El Salvador.
Alexander Alden, of Virginia, to be Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the United States of America to the Republic of Azerbaijan.
Christopher Anderson, of
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WOW.DHS.GOV: DHS Adds Another 5,000 Criminal Illegal Aliens to "Worst of the Worst" Website
WASHINGTON, June 1 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release:
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WOW.DHS.GOV: DHS Adds Another 5,000 Criminal Illegal Aliens to "Worst of the Worst" Website
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Nothing will slow ICE down from arresting the worst of the worst across the country and removing them from our communities
WASHINGTON - The United States Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced that the "Worst of the Worst" (WOW) website, WOW.DHS.gov, has been updated with yet another 5,
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WTAS: Financial Services Highlights Support for Commmittee's Bipartisan Amendment to the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
WASHINGTON, May 29 -- Rep. French Hill, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Financial Services Committee, issued the following news release:
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WTAS: Financial Services Highlights Support for Commmittee's Bipartisan Amendment to the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act
Support for the Committee's bipartisan amendment to the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act has been rolling in since last week's 396-13 passage through the House. To date, over 250 groups have expressed support for the amendment.
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