Thursday - August 20, 2026

Public Policy Tipoffs Involving New York

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2 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Shortlisted for 2026 New York Legal Awards
MIAMI, Florida, July 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 2 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Shortlisted for 2026 New York Legal Awards * NEW YORK - July 20, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP 's Richard C. Kim and Amanda L. Rudolf have been shortlisted for the 2026 New York Legal Awards. Kim is a "Best Mentor" finalist and Rudolf is a "Most Promising Newcomer" finalist. According to the New York Law Journal, the New Y  more
ABL Aviation Selects GE Aerospace ATS in Five-Year Agreement to Support Higher-Volume Aircraft Transitions
EVENDALE, Ohio, July 21 [Category: BizAerospace] -- GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft, posted the following news release: * * * ABL Aviation Selects GE Aerospace ATS in Five-Year Agreement to Support Higher-Volume Aircraft Transitions * FARNBOROUGH, United Kingdom; DUBAI, United Arab Emirates - GE Aerospace, Software as a Service (SaaS), today announced that ABL Aviation has si  more
Adelphi University Appoints Four Exceptional Alumni to Board of Trustees
GARDEN CITY, New York, July 22 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: * * * Adelphi Appoints Four Exceptional Alumni to Board of Trustees By Taylor Damian '14, Director for Media Relations Adelphi University has announced the appointment of business leaders and alumni Kristopher Amplo '00, LeeAnn Black '83, Bruce A. Jones '82, PhD, and Walter P. Schmidt '84 as the newest members of the University's board of trustees. Bringing a wealth of expertise in finance, law, higher education  more
AG Brown, coalition temporarily block Warner Bros./Paramount merger as lawsuit proceeds
OLYMPIA, Washington, July 20 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * AG Brown, coalition temporarily block Warner Bros./Paramount merger as lawsuit proceeds * The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California today issued a temporary restraining order halting the merger of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (Warner Bros.) by Paramount Skydance Corporation (Paramount), in a multistate lawsuit co-led by Attorney General Nick Brown. The   more
AG Campbell Opposes EPA's Proposed Rollback of PFAS Forever Chemicals Limits in Drinking Water
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 21 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Opposes EPA's Proposed Rollback of PFAS Forever Chemicals Limits in Drinking Water * BOSTON -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposed rollback on limits to four poly- and perfluoroalkyl (PFAS) "forever" ch  more
AG Campbell Secures Critical Win In Lawsuit To Block Warner Bros./Paramount Merger
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 20 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Secures Critical Win In Lawsuit To Block Warner Bros./Paramount Merger * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today issued the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California granted the states' request for a temporary restraining order halting the merger of Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (Warne  more
AG Campbell Wins Ruling Protecting Billions In Critical Federal Funding
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 20 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Wins Ruling Protecting Billions In Critical Federal Funding * Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell announced that a coalition of 24 states won a key ruling declaring that the Trump Administration was wrong in interpreting language in a federal regulation to allow it to terminate federal awards based on new program goals or agency prio  more
AG Nessel Wins Ruling Protecting Critical Federal Funding for Michigan
LANSING, Michigan, July 21 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Wins Ruling Protecting Critical Federal Funding for Michigan * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel announced a key ruling declaring that the Trump administration illegally misused (PDF) its regulatory authority to unlawfully pull billions of dollars in federal funding that Congress had set aside for crucial state programs and services. Twenty-three states and the  more
Albany Law Trustee Among Two Alumnae Named to Forbes Top Women Lawyers List
ALBANY, New York, July 22 -- Albany Law School issued the following news: * * * Albany Law Trustee Among Two Alumnae Named to Forbes Top Women Lawyers List Two Albany Law School alumnae, including one trustee, have been named to Forbes Top Women Lawyers in the United States list. Heather McDevitt '93, Chair and Partner, and Kimberly "KC" Petillo-Decossard '05, Partner, both at White & Case LLP, were named to the list. As Chair, McDevitt directs the firm's strategy and operations around the  more
Allied Universal Appoints Melissa Butler Vice President of Communications
SANTA ANA, California, July 22 -- Allied Universal, a security and facility services company that provides smart technology to deliver solutions to businesses, issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Allied Universal Appoints Melissa Butler Vice President of Communications IRVINE, Calif. -- Allied Universal(R), the world's leading security and facility services company, today announced that Melissa Butler has joined the company as vice president of communications. Butler wi  more
American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: President Trump Fires Back as Mamdani Doubles Down
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary by Director of Media Logan Sekulow: * * * President Trump Fires Back as Mamdani Doubles Down New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani is escalating his criticism of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, again raising the possibility of his arrest if he visits New York City and calling him "an architect of genocide." President Donald Trump fired back, saying there is "no way" Netanyahu would be arres  more
American Express Launches Intelligent Capabilities to Help Streamline Buyer and Supplier Payments
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * American Express Launches Intelligent Capabilities to Help Streamline Buyer and Supplier Payments * New York, NY -American Express today announced a new B2B payment feature and automated invoice reporting capabilities within Buyer Initiated Payments (BIP), which are designed to improve the B2B payments experience for both buyers and suppliers. New findings from Amex Trendex resear  more
American Express, ALL Accor Expand the Power of Membership With New Global Partnership
PARIS, France, July 22 -- Accor, a hospitality company, issued the following news release with American Express: * * * American Express and ALL Accor Expand the Power of Membership with New Global Partnership American Express and ALL Accor, Accor's booking platform and loyalty program, today announced a new global partnership rolling out beginning in 2026 across 12 locations, introducing elite status matching and a new Membership Rewards(R) points transfer option for eligible Card Members.   more
Americas Society/Council of the Americas: Music of the Americas Announces Fall 2026 Concerts
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The Americas Society/Council of the Americas issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Music of the Americas Announces Fall 2026 Concerts The series presents five free performances celebrating renowned artists and groundbreaking new voices. - Americas Society's Music of the Americas is pleased to announce the first concerts of its 2026-2027 season, with five shows this fall that celebrate the extraordinary variety of musical traditions from across the re  more
Arnold & Porter Shortlisted for 14 Awards at 2026 LMG Life Sciences Americas Awards
WASHINGTON, July 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Arnold and Porter, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Arnold & Porter Shortlisted for 14 Awards at 2026 LMG Life Sciences Americas Awards * Arnold & Porter has been shortlisted for 14 awards at the 2026 LMG Life Sciences Americas Awards, which recognize the region's most distinguished practitioners and their firms for their exemplary work in the Life Sciences legal practice over the past year. Following extensive research and submissi  more
At Intelligence Committee Hearing to Review 9/11 Commission Findings Ahead of 25th Anniversary, Rep. Gottheimer Warns of AI-Driven Threats
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * At Intelligence Committee Hearing to Review 9/11 Commission Findings Ahead of 25th Anniversary, Gottheimer Warns of AI-Driven Threats Co-Chair of the Bipartisan 9/11 Commission Review, Presses Top National Security Experts on Tomorrow's Threats - Today, July 21, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5), Co-Chair of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence's 9  more
Attorney General James Wins Court Order Halting Paramount's Merger with Warner Bros.
ALBANY, New York, July 20 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Wins Court Order Halting Paramount's Merger with Warner Bros. * July 20, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today released the following statement after the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California issued a temporary restraining order barring Paramount Skydance Corp. (Paramount) from completing its merger with Warner Br  more
Attorney General Phil Weiser sues over Trump EPA rule that weakens regulation of highly potent greenhouse gas
DENVER, Colorado, July 21 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser sues over Trump EPA rule that weakens regulation of highly potent greenhouse gas * July 21, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today joined a coalition of 19 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, challenging its rule that would weaken regulations designed to phase out the use of hydrofluorocarbons   more
Bank of America Enhances EricaAssist with Generative AI to Help Employees Resolve Client Needs Faster
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 21 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * Bank of America Enhances EricaAssist with Generative AI to Help Employees Resolve Client Needs Faster * New AI capabilities deliver relevant insights in seconds, helping employees provide more personalized client service in real-time Key points * More than 18,000 employees use EricaAssist as a human-assisted AI agent to help serve cli  more
Barnard College Announces New Head of the Athena Center for Leadership
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Barnard College issued the following news: * * * Barnard College Announces new Head of the Athena Center for Leadership Andrea Bastiani Archibald, Ph.D named next Assistant Vice President of the Athena Center for Leadership. - Barnard College announced today that Andrea Bastiani Archibald, Ph.D has been selected as the Constance Hess Williams '66 Director and Assistant Vice President of the Athena Center for Leadership. She will report to Akilah Rosado, the Interim Dean  more
Barrasso: Today's Democrat Party is Driven by Extremists
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Sen. John Barrasso, R-Wyoming, issued the following news release: * * * Barrasso: Today's Democrat Party is Driven by Extremists * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Senate Majority Whip John Barrasso (R-Wyo.) today spoke at a press conference about the extremists driving today's Democrat Party. Sen. Barrasso said: "Today's Democrat Party is driven by extremists. It's the extremists who are winning primary elections. Democrats seem to be determined to destroy America. We have a so  more
Bentley Names Mark Harris Vice President, CFO and Treasurer
WALTHAM, Massachusetts, July 21 -- Bentley University posted the following news: * * * Bentley Names Mark Harris Vice President, CFO and Treasurer * Mark Harris has joined Bentley as vice president for administration and finance, chief financial officer and treasurer. He has more than 20 years of progressive senior-level leadership experience across the energy, financial services and higher education sectors. Before coming to Bentley, Harris served as vice president for finance and adminis  more
Blackburn Leads Colleagues in Urging Senate to Pass SAVE America Act Following President Trump's Address to the Nation
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Sen. Marsha Blackburn, R-Tennessee, issued the following news release: * * * Blackburn Leads Colleagues in Urging Senate to Pass SAVE America Act Following President Trump's Address to the Nation * 'There is nothing objectionable about these measures.' 'If every state was like Tennessee, there would be no need for the SAVE America Act.' 'There is no other developed nation that leaves their election so vulnerable to fraud and manipulation.' WASHINGTON, D.C. - To  more
BLS Issues Report on State Employment and Unemployment June 2026
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- State Employment and Unemployment June 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics - (19 pages) * * * Unemployment rates were lower in June in 8 states, higher in 2 states, and stable in 40 states and the District of Columbia, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Thirteen states had jobless rate increases from a year earlier, 7 states had decreases, and 30 states and the District had little change. The national unempl  more
Blumenthal, Raskin & Schiff Demand Answers From Big Law Firm Coerced Into Doing Trump's Bidding, Raise Ethics Concerns After Firm Advised Client In Transaction With Commerce Department
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal, Raskin & Schiff Demand Answers From Big Law Firm Coerced Into Doing Trump's Bidding, Raise Ethics Concerns After Firm Advised Client In Transaction With Commerce Department * [WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ranking Member of the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations; U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin (D-MD), Ranking Member of the Hou  more
BofA Report: Financial Wellbeing of Employees at U.S. Companies Hits Four-Year High, Even as Cost-of-Living Pressures Persist
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, July 21 [Category: BizFinancial Services] (TNSrep) -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * BofA Report: Financial Wellbeing of Employees at U.S. Companies Hits Four-Year High, Even as Cost-of-Living Pressures Persist Key points * Financial wellbeing of employees at U.S. companies rebounds to a four-year high, with 55% reporting they feel good or excellent. * While overall debt-related stress dropped year-over-year, e  more
British Foreign Office: British Ambassador Young Pledges $7.5 Million to Human Rights Oversight in Haiti
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- British Ambassador Archie Young, deputy permanent representative to the United Nations, announced a commitment of up to $7.5 million to the Office of the High Commissioner for Human Rights to support the Gang Suppression Force in Haiti during a UN Security Council meeting in New York. Young outlined urgent international priorities to combat widespread gang violence, mass displacement, and child recruitment in the country. He urged Haitian authorities to establish a speci  more
Campbell University: 'Dr. V,' Associate Dean of Adult & Online Education, Dies at 56
BUIES CREEK, North Carolina, July 21 -- Campbell University issued the following news: * * * 'Dr. V,' associate dean of Adult & Online Education, dies at 56 Dr. Guy Vitaglione, the assistant and associate dean of Adult & Online Education at Campbell University for the last 11 years, died on July 15 after a long and courageous battle with brain cancer. He was 56 years old. Vitaglione's career in higher education began at West Virginia University's Institute of Technology, where he was a te  more
Catholic League Issues Commentary: Public Shift on Israel and Jews
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The Catholic League for Religious and Civil Rights, an organization that defends the right of Catholics to participate in American public life without defamation or discrimination, issued the following commentary on July 21, 2026 by President Bill Donohue: * * * PUBLIC SHIFT ON ISRAEL AND JEWS There has been a noticeable shift in public opinion on Israel and Jews--they are related but not identical--and it does not look promising. Leading the way are the most left-wing me  more
Center for Constitutional Rights: Filing Second Federal Lawsuit in a Week, Mahmoud Khalil Fights Back Against Trump Administration
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The Center for Constitutional Rights issued the following news release on July 20, 2026: * * * Filing Second Federal Lawsuit in a Week, Mahmoud Khalil Fights Back Against Trump Administration With this complaint Khalil sought $20 million - or an official apology and an end to unconstitutional policy - Mahmoud Khalil filed his second federal lawsuit in a week today. The latest case, against the Trump administration, seeks accountability for his wrongful arrest, wrongful   more
CEO Announces Jamila Hodge As New Chief Operating Officer
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The Center for Employment Opportunities issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * CEO Announces Jamila Hodge As New Chief Operating Officer The Center for Employment Opportunities (CEO) today announces the appointment of Jamila Hodge as its Chief Operating Officer (COO). A nationally recognized criminal justice leader with two decades of public service as a prosecutor, policy advisor, and executive leader, Hodge joins CEO at a pivotal moment in the organiz  more
Circle to Announce Q2 2026 Financial Results on August 5, 2026
BOSTON, Massachusetts, July 21 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Circle Internet Financial, a financial technology firm, issued the following news release: * * * Circle to Announce Q2 2026 Financial Results on August 5, 2026 * NEW YORK, July 21, 2026 -Circle Internet Group, Inc. (NYSE: CRCL) will report its financial results for the second quarter 2026 on Wednesday, August 5. A live video webcast will be held at 8 a.m. ET to discuss financial results and business highlights. The webcast  more
Citigroup Declares Common Stock Dividend Citigroup Declares Preferred Dividends
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Citigroup Declares Common Stock Dividend Citigroup Declares Preferred Dividends The Board of Directors of Citigroup Inc. today declared a quarterly dividend on Citigroup's common stock of $0.67 per share, payable on August 28, 2026, to stockholders of record on August 3, 2026. The Board of Directors of Citig  more
Civil Rights Groups File Lawsuit Against the HHS for Withholding Information About Child Care Funding Restrictions
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 22 -- The American Civil Liberties Union of Illinois posted the following news release on July 20, 2026: * * * Civil Rights Groups File Lawsuit Against the HHS for Withholding Information About Child Care Funding Restrictions Lawsuit Seeks Correspondence Between Influencer Nick Shirley Whose Content Sparked the Administration's Attacks WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Today, civil rights groups filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) for fail  more
Columbia Issues Q&A on Impetus Behind Journalism Professor Helen Benedict's New Novel
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Columbia University issued the following Q&A on July 21, 2026, involving journalism professor Helen Benedict: * * * A Novel About an Iraq War Veteran Set in Upstate New York In her latest book, Professor Helen Benedict continues her focus on refugees and the cruelty of war. - In The Soldier's House, Journalism Professor Helen Benedict tells the story of an Iraq War veteran who saves the lives of his assassinated Iraqi interpreter's widow, child, and mother by bringing t  more
Columbia Journalism School: Rose Gilbert, '21 M.S., Named 2026 Tony Horwitz Fellow
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Columbia University Columbia Journalism School issued the following news: * * * Rose Gilbert, '21 M.S., Named 2026 Tony Horwitz Fellow Gilbert's reporting explores identity and politics in historically conservative southern Brazil, as the country heads into the 2026 general elections. - Rose Gilbert, '21 M.S., has been awarded the 2026 Tony Horwitz Fellowship. The award from the Columbia Journalism School will support her continued reporting on the competing legacies of  more
Congressional Progressive Caucus Shadow Hearing: July 22 at 8:30 a.m.
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, July 20 [Category: Union] -- National Nurses United issued the following news release: * * * Congressional Progressive Caucus Shadow Hearing: July 22 at 8:30 a.m. * National Nurses United (NNU) President Jamie Brown, RN, will testify at the Congressional Progressive Caucus' (CPC) shadow hearing, "Universal Healthcare: Now is the Time for Medicare for All," on Wednesday, July 22. NNU is the largest union of registered nurses, who see everyday how people cannot access   more
Congressman Langworthy Introduces Legislation to Modernize Hydropower Permitting, Cut Red Tape, and Strengthen American Energy Production
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Langworthy Introduces Legislation to Modernize Hydropower Permitting, Cut Red Tape, and Strengthen American Energy Production * "This bipartisan, common-sense legislation is essential to preserving the future of one of America's most affordable sources of electricity." Washington, D.C.-July 21, 2026... Congressman Nick Langworthy (NY-23) and Congresswoman Kim Schrier, M.D. (WA-08)   more
CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN APPLAUDS NEW YORK AG LETITIA JAMES LAWSUIT SECURING CRITICAL REPAIRS TO KENNEY APARTMENTS IN NEWBURGH AND $400,000 FOR TENANTS
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN APPLAUDS NEW YORK AG LETITIA JAMES LAWSUIT SECURING CRITICAL REPAIRS TO KENNEY APARTMENTS IN NEWBURGH AND $400,000 FOR TENANTS * Congressman Pat Ryan Applauds New York AG Letitia James Lawsuit Securing Critical Repairs to Kenney Apartments in Newburgh and $400,000 for Tenants NEWBURGH, NY - Today, Congressman Pat Ryan and New York Attorney General Letitia James are announcing a m  more
Construction Employment Increases In 33 States And D.C. From June 2025 To June 2026; 28 States And D.C. Add Construction Jobs From May To June
ARLINGTON, Virginia, July 21 [Category: Construction] -- Associated General Contractors of America posted the following news release: * * * Construction Employment Increases In 33 States And D.C. From June 2025 To June 2026; 28 States And D.C. Add Construction Jobs From May To June * Texas and Louisiana Have the Largest Number and Percent of 12-Month Increases, While California and New Hampshire Lag; New Mexico and Texas Top Monthly Gainers, While California and Montana Have the Largest Mont  more
Consumer Pulse Back-to-School 2026 Survey
AMSTELVEEN, Netherlands, July 21 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KPMG, a global organization of independent professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, posted the following news release: * * * Consumer Pulse Back-to-School 2026 Survey * NEW YORK, July 21, 2026 - Families are expected to spend $252 per child on back-to-school purchases this year, marking a 6% increase from 2025, but 7 in 10 still plan to protect sports participation, according to the Consumer Pulse Ba  more
Court Orders EPA to Implement National Soot Standard
WASHINGTON, July 20 [Category: Biology] -- The Center for Biological Diversity posted the following news release: * * * Court Orders EPA to Implement National Soot Standard * SAN FRANCISCO-The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California ruled on Friday that the Environmental Protection Agency must follow the law and implement the strengthened health-based 2024 National Ambient Air Quality Standard for particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution, commonly known as soot. The cou  more
Court Orders EPA to Implement National Soot Standard
SAN DIEGO, California, July 20 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Public Health Association posted the following news release: * * * Court Orders EPA to Implement National Soot Standard * The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California ruled on Friday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must follow the law and implement the strengthened health-based 2024 National Ambient Air Quality Standard (NAAQS) for particulate matter (PM2.5) air pollution, commonly k  more
Crowell & Moring Expands Financial Services Group with Former UBS Bank USA General Counsel Cristina Diaz
WASHINGTON, July 21 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Crowell & Moring Expands Financial Services Group with Former UBS Bank USA General Counsel Cristina Diaz * New York - July 21, 2026: Crowell & Moring has added Cristina Diaz, former executive director and general counsel of UBS Bank USA, and most recently head of legal for UBS's U.S. Remediation Management Office, to the firm's Financial Services Group as senior counsel in New Yor  more
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism: Journalism Protection Initiative Responds to Threatened Prosecutions of Gustavo Gorriti
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news: * * * Journalism Protection Initiative Responds to Threatened Prosecutions of Gustavo Gorriti The director of the Journalism Protection Initiative at the Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY, Joel Simon, wrote today to Peru's Attorney General Tomas Aladino Galvez Villegas urging him to not proceed with the threatened prosecution of leading investigative journalist and K  more
CUNY Graduate School of Journalism: Six Lessons From the AI Journalism Lab - Builders
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news: * * * Six lessons from the AI Journalism Lab: Builders By Aldana Vales, AI Journalism Labs Program Lead Offered in partnership with the Nordic AI Journalism (NAIJ) network and supported by Microsoft, the AI Journalism Lab: Builders brought together 23 journalists, technologists and data practitioners from around the world. Over four months, they went from pitched ideas to tested prot  more
Davis Polk shortlisted for multiple 2026 Asia Legal Awards
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Davis Polk and Wardwell, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Davis Polk shortlisted for multiple 2026 Asia Legal Awards * Davis Polk and the firm's lawyers are shortlisted for 15 awards for the 2026 Asia Legal Awards, presented by Law.com International. The awards recognize the most significant transactions, cases and legal work shaping the industry across Asia, spotlighting the firms, teams and individuals leading the way in innovation,  more
Dentons Advises Draslovka on Inaugural US$325 Million Nordic Bond Issuance
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Dentons, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Dentons advises Draslovka on inaugural US$325 million Nordic bond issuance Prague--Global law firm Dentons has advised Czech-based global chemicals producer Draslovka on the successful US$325 million issuance of 11% senior secured notes due 2030 in the Nordic debt markets. The transaction marks Draslovka's debut in the international capital markets and makes the company the first Czech issuer to access the Nordic bo  more
Dow Jones & Rogo: Integrating Trusted Financial Journalism into Agentic Workflows
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: BizMedia] -- Dow Jones, a provider of news and business information, posted the following news release: * * * Dow Jones & Rogo: Integrating Trusted Financial Journalism into Agentic Workflows * At Dow Jones, our mission has always been to power the professional world with the most trusted, actionable and timely financial journalism. To do that effectively, we meet financial professionals right where they are working. That is why we are thrilled to announce a ne  more
Dow Jones Appoints Bryan Hipsher as Chief Financial Officer
NEW YORK, July 20 [Category: BizMedia] -- Dow Jones, a provider of news and business information, posted the following news release: * * * Dow Jones Appoints Bryan Hipsher as Chief Financial Officer * Note to staff from Almar Latour, CEO of Dow Jones and Publisher of The Wall Street Journal Colleagues, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Bryan Hipsher as chief financial officer for Dow Jones. Bryan brings 20 years of international leadership experience across finance, strategy   more
Durbin Denounces Recent Surge In Trump Administration's Cruel Campaign Against Immigrants
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Sen. Richard J. Durbin, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Durbin Denounces Recent Surge In Trump Administration's Cruel Campaign Against Immigrants * July 20, 2026 Durbin highlights reporting by the New York Times that the FBI has informed its agents around the country that they will no longer investigate alleged assaults by immigration agents WASHINGTON - In a speech on the Senate floor, U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Me  more
Earthjustice: Court Orders EPA to Implement National Soot Standard
SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 21 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on July 20, 2026: * * * Court Orders EPA to Implement National Soot Standard Victory -- Ruling sets February 2027 deadline for EPA to identify areas out of compliance with strengthened 2024 PM2.5 standard - The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California ruled on Friday that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) must follow the law and implement the strengthened health-based 2024 Na  more
Environmental Defense Fund Statement: In Victory for Clean Air, Judge Orders EPA to Implement Protections From Soot
NEW YORK, July 18 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following statement: * * * Statement: In victory for clean air, judge orders EPA to implement protections from soot WASHINGTON -- A federal district court ruled last night that the Trump EPA must carry out its responsibility under the Clean Air Act to implement our national protections against fine particulate pollution (PM2.5, or soot). "EPA's own scientists found that implementing the soot standard would save 4,500 lives each   more
Environmental Defense Fund, Gridworks Report Confirms Intervenor Compensation Can Strengthen Utility Commission Decision-making
NEW YORK, July 21 (TNSrpt) -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release on July 20, 2026 with Gridworks: * * * EDF, Gridworks report confirms intervenor compensation can strengthen utility commission decision-making New research highlights emerging best practices to build stronger evidentiary records, broaden participation and support more informed, durable energy decisions * New report: New EDF and Gridworks research highlights the value of intervenor compensation. *  more
ERIC Files Amicus Brief Supporting PepsiCo in Second Circuit Appeal Over ERISA Wellness Program Tobacco Surcharge
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- The ERISA Industry Committee issued the following news release: * * * ERIC Files Amicus Brief Supporting PepsiCo in Second Circuit Appeal Over ERISA Wellness Program Tobacco Surcharge The ERISA Industry Committee (ERIC) filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, supporting PepsiCo, Inc. in Noel v. PepsiCo, Inc. The brief asks the court to uphold the lower court's decision to dismiss the lawsuit, which challenged PepsiCo's tobacco-surcha  more
Everytown, Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action Mourn the Killing of Gun Safety Advocate and Cherished Community Member Ousmane Diallo
NEW YORK, July 20 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * Everytown, Moms Demand Action, Students Demand Action Mourn the Killing of Gun Safety Advocate and Cherished Community Member Ousmane Diallo * NEW YORK - Today, Everytown for Gun Safety and its grassroots network, Moms Demand Action and Students Demand Action, released the following statement in response to the news of the death of Ousmane Diallo, a gun safety advocate, Young Black  more
FAA Proposes Changes to Jet Routes, Airways Near Slate Run Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration has proposed amending two jet routes and two Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR) federal airways in the vicinity of Slate Run, Pennsylvania, as part of the agency's continuing transition under its VOR Minimum Operational Network program. Comments are due on September 3, 2026. The proposal follows the planned decommissioning of the VOR component of the Slate Run VOR/Tactical Air Nav  more
FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES SIGNING OF FAIRMONT NISEKO
PARIS, France, July 22 -- Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, a part of Accor, issued the following news release: * * * FAIRMONT HOTELS & RESORTS ANNOUNCES SIGNING OF FAIRMONT NISEKO NEW YORK - World-renowned luxury hospitality brand, Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, part of the leading hospitality group Accor, in partnership with J -Will Partners Co., Ltd. today announced the development of Fairmont Niseko, Japan, a new 165-key Fairmont property slated to open in early 2028. Nestled within nine acres of lu  more
Fifty-six Thompson Hine Lawyers Across 10 Markets and Nine Practices Recognized by Legal 500 City Elite
CLEVELAND, Ohio, July 21 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Thompson Hine, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Fifty-six Thompson Hine Lawyers Across 10 Markets and Nine Practices Recognized by Legal 500 City Elite * Thompson Hine LLP is proud to announce that its lawyers from a broad array of practices have been recognized in key markets from coast to coast. Legal 500 today announced its City Elite rankings for Minneapolis, Chicago, and Ohio (multi-city), adding to the rankings   more
For the 19th Year in a Row, American Express Has the Lowest U.S. Credit Card Fraud Rate Among Major Card Networks
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * For the 19th Year in a Row, American Express Has the Lowest U.S. Credit Card Fraud Rate Among Major Card Networks * From phishing texts and fake emails to identity theft and deepfakes, fraudsters are using AI and emerging technologies to target consumers and businesses more now than ever before. Even as fraudsters become more sophisticated, Amex continues to take a comprehensive  more
Former AG Balderas: New Mexico and SDNY Struck a Deal on Epstein in 2019 - Federal Government Never Held Up Its End
SANTA FE, New Mexico, July 22 -- New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Former AG Balderas: New Mexico and SDNY Struck a Deal on Epstein in 2019 - the Federal Government Never Held Up Its End Letter details the terms of a prosecutorial agreement between the 2019 NMAG investigation and the Southern District of New York, and cites a federal record as evidence of its terms - In a letter to Attorney General Raul Torrez, former Attorney   more
Founders of Celsius Network Ordered to Pay $16.5 Million to Resolve FTC Charges
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * Founders of Celsius Network Ordered to Pay $16.5 Million to Resolve FTC Charges * Alexander Mashinsky, the former CEO of cryptocurrency platform Celsius Network Inc. (Celsius), and his business partners, Shlomi Daniel Leon and Hanoch "Nuke" Goldstein, will pay a total of $16.5 million to resolve the Federal Trade Commission's charges that they deceived users by falsely promising that deposits made to  more
From Midwest Factories to Global Cities: Graduate Architecture in the Field
BROOKLYN, New York, July 21 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news: * * * From Midwest Factories to Global Cities: Graduate Architecture in the Field * Students across Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design engage the built environment as both a local and global condition, exploring how design can respond to urgent questions of sustainability, equity, and change.  more
FUJIFILM Sonosite Expands Portfolio With the Launch of Sonosite ILOOK, a Dedicated Ultrasound Solution for Vascular Access
VALHALLA, New York, July 22 -- Fujifilm, a manufacturer of cell culture media, reagents and medical devices, issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * FUJIFILM Sonosite Expands Portfolio with the Launch of Sonosite iLOOK, a Dedicated Ultrasound Solution for Vascular Access Compact system combines an easy-to-use interface with a wireless transducer designed to support efficient vascular access workflows BOTHELL, Wash. -- FUJIFILM Sonosite, Inc., a global leader in point-of-car  more
Garbarino Marks One Year as Chairman of House Committee on Homeland Security
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Garbarino Marks One Year as Chairman of House Committee on Homeland Security * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (NY-02) marked one year since becoming Chairman of the House Committee on Homeland Security. Since taking the gavel last July, Chairman Garbarino has led the Committee in advancing 20 bills that have passed the House and conducting critical oversight of the D  more
GE Aerospace Announces AerCap Selects GEnx Engines to Power 15 Additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners
EVENDALE, Ohio, July 21 [Category: BizAerospace] -- GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft, posted the following news release: * * * GE Aerospace Announces AerCap Selects GEnx Engines to Power 15 Additional Boeing 787 Dreamliners * FARNBOROUGH, England - GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) today announced that AerCap Holdings N.V. ("AerCap") has selected the GEnx-1B engine to power an additiona  more
Georgetown Law and O'Neill Institute Host Third Annual "Supreme Court Term in Review"
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Georgetown University Law Center posted the following news: * * * Georgetown Law and O'Neill Institute Host Third Annual "Supreme Court Term in Review" * Co-hosted by the O'Neill Institute for National and Global Health Law and sponsored by the American Constitution Society, the Brennan Center for Justice, the Feminist Majority Foundation, Ms. magazine and Ms. Studios, the third annual "Supreme Court Term in Review" attracted more than 300 guests from Georgetown Law an  more
Gillibrand Statement on Release of FY2025 AARO Report
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSrpt) -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Statement on Release of FY2025 AARO Report AARO Received 319 UAP Reports During the Reporting Period and Was Able to Explain 114, Leaving 205 Unresolved - Today, in response to the All-domain Anomaly Resolution Office's (AARO) release of its FY2025 annual report on unidentified anomalous phenomena (UAP), U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement: "  more
Governor Hochul Announces Plans for Transformative $115 Million Investment in Schenectady's Hamilton Hill Neighborhood
ALBANY, New York, July 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Plans for Transformative $115 Million Investment in Schenectady's Hamilton Hill Neighborhood * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced plans for a full-service grocery store and more than 170 new units of affordable and workforce housing as part of a $115 million project centered around 750 State Street in Schenectady's Hamilton Hill neighborhood. The Schenectady Count  more
Governor Hochul Announces Successful Conclusion of State Emergency Operations Center Activation Following Historic Summer of Events
ALBANY, New York, July 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Successful Conclusion of State Emergency Operations Center Activation Following Historic Summer of Events * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the successful conclusion of the State Emergency Operations Center (EOC) activation, which operated from June 10 through July 20, ending a period of heightened readiness and coordination for a historic summer of major event  more
Governor Hochul Announces the World's Most Advanced Equipment for Semiconductor Chip Design Begins to Arrive at NY Creates' Albany Nanotech Complex
ALBANY, New York, July 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces the World's Most Advanced Equipment for Semiconductor Chip Design Begins to Arrive at NY Creates' Albany Nanotech Complex * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that NY Creates received the first major components of the world's most advanced semiconductor equipment at its Albany NanoTech Complex - ASML's High NA EUV system. The arrival of the bottom main module mark  more
Governor Hochul Highlights Statewide FIFA World Cup Impacts
ALBANY, New York, July 20 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Highlights Statewide FIFA World Cup Impacts * Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted the statewide economic impacts of the FIFA World Cup on New York. The Governor's World Cup strategy was designed to ensure that the benefits of the tournament reached every region of New York, not just the area around the host stadium. The State built a statewide activation model, combining f  more
Governor Hochul Makes Family Fun More Affordable Across New York
ALBANY, New York, July 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Makes Family Fun More Affordable Across New York * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a partnership with The New York State Department of Health, the New York State YMCA Foundation Inc. and the State University of New York (SUNY), to expand access to free learn-to-swim lessons for children ages 0 to 12 through Governor Hochul's NY SWIMS initiative. This expansion builds on   more
Governor Hochul Urges Caution Ahead of Severe Storms and Flash Flooding
ALBANY, New York, July 21 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Urges Caution Ahead of Severe Storms and Flash Flooding * Governor Kathy Hochul today urged New Yorkers to take caution ahead of widespread storms that can bring severe thunderstorms and heavy rains. Total rainfall is expected to be 1-3 inches statewide, with isolated areas receiving more. Rainfall rates could be heavy with 1-2 inches or more per hour in the heaviest storms ca  more
Hachette Book Group's Raising Readers PSA Tackles Global Reading Decline Among Children
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Hachette Book Group issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Hachette Book Group's Raising Readers PSA Tackles Global Reading Decline Among Children Raising Readers is Hachette's worldwide social impact campaign to combat the significant decline in children's reading for pleasure, the single biggest predictor of a child's future success. Reading to a child for just 10 minutes changes their life. - Today, David Shelley, CEO of Hachette Book Group (HBG)  more
Highlights from The Toy Association's 2026 Annual DC Fly-In & Day of Play
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: Business] -- The Toy Association posted the following news: * * * Highlights from The Toy Association's 2026 Annual DC Fly-In & Day of Play * From meetings with lawmakers to hands-on play experiences on Capitol Hill, The Toy Association's 2026 Annual DC Fly-In & Day of Play brought the toy industry together to champion the value of play and advocate for policies that support the industry. Watch the recap video for highlights from the event, featuring member advoc  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Opening Remarks at Committee Hearing on Haiti
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks Delivers Opening Remarks at Committee Hearing on Haiti * Washington, D.C. - Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, today delivered the following opening remarks, as prepared, at a full committee hearing entitled "Confronting Haiti's Terrorist Gangs: The Gang Suppression Force and the Path Ahead." Members  more
House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Shaheen Demand Answers in Letter to Rubio on Foreign Assistance Oversight Obstruction
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Foreign Affairs Ranking Member Meeks, Shaheen Demand Answers in Letter to Rubio on Foreign Assistance Oversight Obstruction * Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, and Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, sent a letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio raising concerns that the State Department   more
Hunter College Anthropologist Notches Discovery of Unknown Monkey Species
NEW YORK, July 21 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, posted the following news: * * * Hunter College Anthropologist Notches Discovery of Unknown Monkey Species * A Hunter College anthropologist has helped identify a previously unknown species of African monkey deep in the rainforests of the Democratic Republic of Congo -one of the rarest discoveries in modern primatology. Named Colobus congoensis and known locally as "Likweli," the mostly black mon  more
Hunter Study: Robotaxis Could Stoke Congestion, Confer Few Safety Benefits
NEW YORK, July 21 (TNSrpt) -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, posted the following news: * * * Hunter Study: Robotaxis Could Stoke Congestion, Confer Few Safety Benefits * Robotaxis in New York City would unleash more congestion and could result in more serious crashes than professional for-hire vehicle drivers, according to a groundbreaking report released today by the Sam Schwartz Transportation Research Program at Hunter College in collaboration w  more
ICYMI: Kennedy in The Advocate: New law aims to help make home ownership easier
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Sen. John Kennedy, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Kennedy in The Advocate: New law aims to help make home ownership easier * WASHINGTON - Sen. John Kennedy (R-La.) penned this op-ed in The Advocate explaining how the 21 st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which included his Build Now Act, will help address the affordable housing crisis in America by increasing the supply of new homes. Key excerpts of the op-ed are below: "When moms and dad  more
ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Varney & Co. on Fox Business Network
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Sen. Jim Banks, R-Indiana, issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * ICYMI: Sen. Banks Joins Varney & Co. on Fox Business Network Senator Jim Banks (R-Ind.) joined Varney & Co. on Fox Business Network to discuss Middle East diplomacy, supplemental military funding, and New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani. Key Excerpts: Sen. Jim Banks (R-Ind.): "President Trump isn't the one asking for this supplemental; our military is asking for the supplemental bill t  more
Iona University's LaPenta School of Business Named Among the 'Best Business Schools for 2027' by The Princeton Review
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, July 22 -- Iona University issued the following news: * * * Iona University's LaPenta School of Business Named Among the "Best Business Schools for 2027" by The Princeton Review Iona University's on-campus MBA program has once again earned national recognition as The Princeton Review named the LaPenta School of Business among its outstanding "Best Business Schools for 2027." "Being recognized by The Princeton Review is especially meaningful because it reflects the pos  more
ITC Seeks Public Comment on Transformer Components Section 337 Complaint
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSFR) -- The International Trade Commission has requested public comments on a Section 337 complaint involving imported transformers and related components today. ITC has received a complaint alleging violations of Section 337 of the Tariff Act of 1930 involving the importation and sale of certain transformers and components thereof and is seeking public comment on whether the requested trade remedies would affect the public interest. The complaint, filed by Ayr Energy In  more
Japan: Flag Desecration law Violates Free Speech
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Japan: Flag Desecration law Violates Free Speech * (Tokyo) - The Japanese Diet on July 17, 2026, adopted a flag desecration law that criminalizes damaging Japan's national flag, a violation of the right to freedom of expression, Human Rights Watch said today. Japan's ruling Liberal Democratic Party, its coalition partner Japan Innovation Party, and three opposition parties supported the bill du  more
Johns Hopkins Police Department Launches PAL Program to Support East Baltimore Students
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 22 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news: * * * JHPD launches PAL program to support East Baltimore students At Collington Square Elementary/Middle School, the Johns Hopkins Police Department is stepping up to help students and their families By Claire Goudreau Students at Collington Square Elementary/Middle School began to recognize friendly faces from the Johns Hopkins Police Department during the most recent school year. Some met their new favori  more
JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON REPUBLICAN CONTINUING RESOLUTION
WASHINGTON, July 21 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON REPUBLICAN CONTINUING RESOLUTION * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar released the following statement: The House Republican continuing resolution gives the Trump administration even more power over the federal budget and fails to block funding for Donald Trump's v  more
JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON REPUBLICAN CONTINUING RESOLUTION
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * JOINT DEMOCRATIC LEADERSHIP STATEMENT ON REPUBLICAN CONTINUING RESOLUTION * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, Whip Katherine Clark and Caucus Chair Pete Aguilar released the following statement: The House Republican continuing resolution gives the Trump administration even more power over the federal budget and fails to block funding for Donald Trump's violent mass deportation ma  more
Judicial Watch: FBI Received Faxes 'Claiming Credit' for TWA Flight 800 -- New Documentary Marks 30th Anniversary
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- Judicial Watch issued the following news release: * * * Judicial Watch: FBI Received Faxes 'Claiming Credit' for TWA Flight 800 -- New Documentary Marks 30th Anniversary Judicial Watch announced today that it received 415 pages of records in a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request from the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) which show the Bureau received faxes claiming credit for the July 1996 explosion of Trans World Airlines (TWA) Flight 800. A FBI New York Fi  more
Justice Dept. Reports Canton Foundation Adds 16 Members to Research Venture
WASHINGTON, July 22 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division announced that Canton Foundation, formerly Global Synchronizer Foundation, filed a notification under the National Cooperative Research and Production Act reporting membership changes to its collaborative research venture. The filing, dated May 20, 2026, extends antitrust protections available under the Act. The consortium added 16 members and reported no withdrawals or other changes. Membership remains open, and   more
KPMG and OpenAI form Strategic Alliance to Advance AI-Native Enterprise Workflows
AMSTELVEEN, Netherlands, July 21 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KPMG, a global organization of independent professional services firms providing audit, tax and advisory services, posted the following news release: * * * KPMG and OpenAI form Strategic Alliance to Advance AI-Native Enterprise Workflows * NEW YORK, NY -July 21, 2026 - KPMG LLP, the U.S. audit, tax and advisory firm, today announced a strategic alliance with OpenAI to help organizations reimagine how employees and customers, acros  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE TRUMP ECONOMY IS SUFFOCATING EVERYDAY AMERICANS"
WASHINGTON, July 20 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE TRUMP ECONOMY IS SUFFOCATING EVERYDAY AMERICANS" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's The Last Word, where he made clear that Democrats will continue pushing back against this reckless and costly war of choice in the Middle East that continues to take American lives and fight to drive down the high cost of  more
LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE TRUMP ECONOMY IS SUFFOCATING EVERYDAY AMERICANS"
WASHINGTON, July 20 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON MS NOW: "THE TRUMP ECONOMY IS SUFFOCATING EVERYDAY AMERICANS" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries appeared on MS NOW's The Last Word, where he made clear that Democrats will continue pushing back against this reckless and costly war of choice in the Middle East that continues to take American lives and fight to drive down the high cost of living and end the rampan  more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "THE AMERICAN DREAM AND PROMISE ACT GIVES US AN OPPORTUNITY TO STAND UP FOR WHAT MAKES THIS COUNTRY EXCEPTIONAL"
WASHINGTON, July 21 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "THE AMERICAN DREAM AND PROMISE ACT GIVES US AN OPPORTUNITY TO STAND UP FOR WHAT MAKES THIS COUNTRY EXCEPTIONAL" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke at a press conference, alongside Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia and others, in support of the discharge petition to force a vote on the American Dream and Promise Act. LEADER JEFFRIES : Th  more
LEADER JEFFRIES: "THE AMERICAN DREAM AND PROMISE ACT GIVES US AN OPPORTUNITY TO STAND UP FOR WHAT MAKES THIS COUNTRY EXCEPTIONAL"
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "THE AMERICAN DREAM AND PROMISE ACT GIVES US AN OPPORTUNITY TO STAND UP FOR WHAT MAKES THIS COUNTRY EXCEPTIONAL" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke at a press conference, alongside Congresswoman Sylvia Garcia and others, in support of the discharge petition to force a vote on the American Dream and Promise Act. LEADER JEFFRIES : Thank you to Congresswoman S  more
LOST PAN AM AIRLINER CLIPPER ENDEAVOR FOUND AFTER DECADES BY AIR/SEA HERITAGE FOUNDATION, ECO MINERALS, AND DISCOVERY CHANNEL'S 'EXPEDITION UNKNOWN'
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * LOST PAN AM AIRLINER CLIPPER ENDEAVOR FOUND AFTER DECADES BY AIR/SEA HERITAGE FOUNDATION, ECO MINERALS, AND DISCOVERY CHANNEL'S 'EXPEDITION UNKNOWN' * -Download Photos HERE \- -View Clips of the Discovery HERE and HERE \- (New York, NY) - July 21, 2026 - Seventy-four years after crashing into deep water off the northern coast of Puerto Rico, the wr  more
Lujan, Blumenthal, Wyden Demand FTC Action on Hidden Delivery Fees That Drive Up Prices for Consumers
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Sen. Ben Ray Lujan, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: * * * Lujan, Blumenthal, Wyden Demand FTC Action on Hidden Delivery Fees That Drive Up Prices for Consumers * "At a time when the cost of living is at the forefront of everyone's minds, these delivery app fees are nothing more than a greedy assault on consumers' pocketbooks." Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senators Ben Ray Lujan (D-N.M.), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), and Ron Wyden (D-OR) called on the Federa  more
Maja Horn Announced as Head of the Barnard Center for Research on Women
NEW YORK, July 21 -- Barnard College issued the following news: * * * Maja Horn Announced as Head of the Barnard Center for Research on Women The esteemed professor of Spanish and Latin American cultures takes the helm after two decades of involvement with BCRW. - Professor Maja Horn has been appointed Director of the Barnard Center for Research on Women (BCRW), Provost and Dean of the Faculty Rebecca L. Walkowitz announced Friday, July 17. In the announcement, Walkowitz commended Horn's  more
Market Optimism Builds Despite Inflation Concerns, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Pulse Survey Finds
NEW YORK, July 22 (TNSxrep) -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Market Optimism Builds Despite Inflation Concerns, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Pulse Survey Finds More investors are considering portfolio changes amid a mixed backdrop - Morgan Stanley Wealth Management today announced the results of its quarterly retail investor pulse survey: * Bullishness ticks up. Over three in five (62%) investor  more
Master gardeners test for best NYS vegetable varieties
ITHACA, New York, July 21 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Master gardeners test for best NYS vegetable varieties * Gardeners experiment every time they sow a new vegetable, and sometimes it fails: blighted tomatoes, moth-eaten cabbage, plants that never flower. "That's part of gardening," said Noel Harradine, a master gardener volunteer with Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) Wayne County, one of more than 100 CCE gardeners across the state working to take some tria  more
Md. A.G. Brown Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration Rule That Weakens Regulation of Highly Potent Greenhouse Gas
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 22 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration Rule That Weakens Regulation of Highly Potent Greenhouse Gas Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today joined a coalition of attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), challenging its rule that would weaken regulations designed to phase out the   more
Md. A.G. Brown Secures Court Order Requiring Implementation of Life-Saving Soot Standard
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 22 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Secures Court Order Requiring Implementation of Life-Saving Soot Standard Attorney General Anthony G. Brown secured a legal victory after the United States District Court for the Northern District of California issued a decision granting the motion for summary judgment and requiring the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to move fo  more
Medical Device Technology for Bladder Cancer Treatment to be Developed by UMass Amherst-led Team
AMHERST, Massachusetts, July 21 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news: * * * Medical Device Technology for Bladder Cancer Treatment to be Developed by UMass Amherst-led Team * Bladder cancer, one of the 10 most common cancers, is notoriously difficult to treat, with up to 80% of patients experiencing a post-treatment recurrence. A common practice is to surgically remove the entire bladder, but this leaves the patient incontinent. Now, a research effort led by the Unive  more
MENG THANKS SBA FOR OPENING DISASTER LOAN CENTER IN QUEENS; CONGRESSWOMAN MEETS WITH PERSONNEL ASSISTING LOCAL FLOODING VICTIMS AFTER HELPING TO FUND THE AGENCY
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * MENG THANKS SBA FOR OPENING DISASTER LOAN CENTER IN QUEENS; CONGRESSWOMAN MEETS WITH PERSONNEL ASSISTING LOCAL FLOODING VICTIMS AFTER HELPING TO FUND THE AGENCY * QUEENS, NY - U.S. Rep. Grace Meng (D-Queens) visited the Small Business Administration's (SBA) Disaster Loan Outreach Center in Queens where she thanked agency personnel for the work they have done to assist local residents and businesses i  more
Michael Strahan, Alex Rodriguez, Martina Navratilova, NASCAR CEO Steve O'Donnell and Other Industry Leaders to Speak at Bloomberg Power Players
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: BizMedia] -- Bloomberg Media posted the following news: * * * Michael Strahan, Alex Rodriguez, Martina Navratilova, NASCAR CEO Steve O'Donnell and Other Industry Leaders to Speak at Bloomberg Power Players * NEW YORK, July 21, 2026 - Bloomberg Power Players will return to New York on Thursday, September 10, 2026. Held during one of the biggest weeks in global sports - alongside the US Open and NFL opening weekend - Bloomberg Power Players brings together the athl  more
Montana State Receives $2.5 Million Grant for Simulation Labs in New Nursing Education Buildings
NEW YORK, July 21 -- The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust posted the following news release: * * * Montana State Receives $2.5 Million Grant for Simulation Labs in New Nursing Education Buildings * BOZEMAN, MT, July 21, 2026 -Montana State University's (MSU) Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing received a $2.5 million grant this summer that will help outfit state-of-the-art simulation labs at all five of the college's locations. The grant from The Leona M. and Harry B. He  more
Myke Towers, Blessd, Farruko, Manuel Turizo, Eladio Carrion, FloyyMenor, Greeicy, Alleh and Rey Tony Y Helabusador "Los Titis" Lead Lineup for 2026 IHeartRadio Fiesta Latina on October 17
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, July 22 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Myke Towers, Blessd, Farruko, Manuel Turizo, Eladio Carrion, FloyyMenor, Greeicy, Alleh and Rey Tony Y Helabusador "Los Titis" Lead Lineup for 2026 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina on October 17 Lin-Manuel Miranda to receive the 2026 iHeartRadio Corazon Latino Award Tickets go on sale Tuesday, July 28 via TicketMaster.com The 2026 iHeartRadio Fiesta Latina event will broadcast across iHeartRadio L  more
N.J. A.G. Davenport Sues Trump Administration Over Rule Weakening Regulation of Highly Potent Greenhouse Gas Linked to Climate Change
TRENTON, New Jersey, July 22 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Sues Trump Administration Over Rule Weakening Regulation of Highly Potent Greenhouse Gas Linked to Climate Change Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today joined a coalition of 20 attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), challenging its rule that would weaken regulations designed to phase out  more
N.Y. Economic Development Corp. Launches Request for Proposals for Life Sciences Education Programming for Kips Bay Students
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * NYCEDC Launches Request for Proposals for Life Sciences Education Programming for Kips Bay Students Advances Transformative SPARC Kips Bay Project, Strengthens Career Pipelines and Expands Access to Careers in Healthcare and Life Sciences for New York Students RFP Seeks Respondents to Deliver Hands-On Science Educational Programming for NYC Public School Students in Kin  more
N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Announces "OPEN for Small Business," Over 50 Reforms to Slash Red Tape and Increase Support for Small Businesses
NEW YORK, July 22 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on July 20, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani Announces "OPEN for Small Business," Over 50 Reforms to Slash Red Tape and Increase Support for Small Businesses What you should know * Overhauling Procedures and Expanding Navigation (OPEN) eliminates outdated permits, redundant paperwork, and unnecessary fines for restaurants, bodegas, barbershops, and small businesses across New York City * From making it easier to host  more
N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Launches "Talk to Tenants" Campaign to Build Tenant Power Across City
NEW YORK, July 22 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on July 20, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani Launches "Talk to Tenants" Campaign to Build Tenant Power Across New York City What you should know * Volunteers will knock on doors in buildings with history of housing violations to connect tenants with organizing resources and inform tenants of their right to organize * Campaign builds on Rental Ripoff hearings by empowering renters to turn shared experiences into colle  more
National Women's Law Center Issues Letter to Senate Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSletter) -- The National Women's Law Center issued the following letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 6, 2026 VIA Email The Honorable Chuck Grassley Chair U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary 135 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 - The Honorable Dick Durbin Ranking Member U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary 711 Hart Senate Office Building Washington, DC 20510 - Re: Nomination of Todd Blanc  more
New map shows nearly 200 million acres of wilderness and wild public lands in Interior review's crosshairs
WASHINGTON, July 21 [Category: Environment] -- The Wilderness Society posted the following news release: * * * New map shows nearly 200 million acres of wilderness and wild public lands in Interior review's crosshairs * Open-ended process could pave way to more development & extraction WASHINGTON, D.C. (July 21, 2026) -A new map released by The Wilderness Society illustrates the enormous scope of the Department of the Interior's ongoing review of wilderness- and wildlands-related policies,  more
New York DFS's $50 Million Swedbank Settlement: A Cautionary Tale on Candor, Cooperation and AML Compliance
DALLAS, Texas, July 21 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Haynes and Boone, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * New York DFS's $50 Million Swedbank Settlement: A Cautionary Tale on Candor, Cooperation and AML Compliance * By Richard Weber Brianne Wylie July 21, 2026 On July 15, 2026, the New York State Department of Financial Services ("NYDFS" or the "department") entered into a consent order with Swedbank AB and Swedbank's New York Branch. The matter resolved a multi-year investigatio  more
NFL Players Association Rising Stars List Forecasts Next Wave of Players Expected to Drive Fan Demand and Merchandise Sales
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- The National Football League Players Association issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * NFLPA Rising Stars List Forecasts Next Wave of Players Expected to Drive Fan Demand and Merchandise Sales Annual List Provides Retailers, League Sponsors and Official Licensees with Early Commercial Insights to Inform Product Development, Marketing, Content and Retail Strategy This Year's List Includes Standout Rookies and Veteran Players Such as Fernando Mendoza,  more
Niagara University Welcomes Buffalo-Lille Sister City Visitors
NIAGARA FALLS, New York, July 21 -- Niagara University posted the following news: * * * Niagara University Welcomes Buffalo-Lille Sister City Visitors * Dr. Ashley Byczkowski, assistant professor of french, welcomed 25 visitors from the cities of Lille, France and Mouscron, Belgium to tour Niagara University's Lewiston campus on Friday, July 10. The visit was part of a larger trip organized by the Buffalo-Lille Sister City Association to share the entire Western New York region with their si  more
Norcross, Lawler, Tonko introduce bipartisan bill to increase treatment access for opioid use disorder
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Donald W. Norcross, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Norcross, Lawler, Tonko introduce bipartisan bill to increase treatment access for opioid use disorder * WASHINGTON -Congressmen Donald Norcross (NJ-01), Mike Lawler (NY-17), and Paul Tonko (NY-20) today introduced the bipartisan Modernizing Opioid Treatment Access Act 2.0 (MOTAA 2.0). The bill, which has been endorsed by more than 50 healthcare and recovery organizations, would establish a  more
NRC Accepts Ginna Nuclear Plant License Renewal Application for Review
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSFR) -- The Nuclear Regulatory Commission has accepted for docketing an application from Constellation Energy Generation LLC, Baltimore, Maryland, seeking a subsequent 20-year renewal of the operating license for the R.E. Ginna Nuclear Power Plant in Wayne County, New York, beginning a formal safety and environmental review while inviting public hearing requests. The application seeks renewal of Renewed Facility Operating License No. DPR-18, which authorizes operation of   more
NZ Super Adopts Bloomberg Data License Plus to Support Cloud-Native Data Strategy
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Bloomberg issued the following news on July 21, 2026: * * * NZ Super Adopts Bloomberg Data License Plus to Support Cloud-Native Data Strategy Auckland, New Zealand: Bloomberg today announced that the New Zealand Superannuation Fund (NZ Super) has adopted Bloomberg's Data License Plus (DL+) - the next generation of Data License, as well as Bloomberg's Corporate Structure offering. This reflects NZ Super's commitment to operational excellence and highlights a significant ad  more
On World Day against Trafficking in Persons, Secretary-General Calls for Global Action to End Forced Online Scamming
NEW YORK, July 20 -- The United Nations posted the following news release: * * * On World Day against Trafficking in Persons, Secretary-General Calls for Global Action to End Forced Online Scamming * Following is UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' message on World Day against Trafficking in Persons, observed on 30 July: On this World Day against Trafficking in Persons, we shine a light on the fastest-growing form of human trafficking: Forced online scamming. Across the globe, people   more
Philippine Airlines Orders Nine Additional Airbus A350-1000 Aircraft
MANILA, Philippines, July 22 -- Philippine Airlines, a flag carrier and the country's full-service network airline, issued the following news release: * * * Philippine Airlines Orders Nine Additional Airbus A350-1000 Aircraft Commitment Supports Long-Haul Expansion and Fleet Renewal - FARNBOROUGH, UNITED KINGDOM - Philippine Airlines (PAL) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Airbus for the acquisition of nine additional A350-1000 aircraft, with purchase rights for five more,  more
Pinnacle Financial Partners adds two experienced health and benefits professionals
ATLANTA, Georgia, July 21 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Pinnacle Financial Partners, an asset regional bank that says it provides banking, investment, trust, mortgage and insurance products and services, posted the following news release: * * * Pinnacle Financial Partners adds two experienced health and benefits professionals * NASHVILLE, Tenn., July 21, 2026 - Pinnacle Financial Partners has added two experienced professionals to its Health & Benefits team. Kim Malleolo has joined th  more
Princeton Review Lists Belmont University Among 'Best Business Schools for 2027'
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, July 21 (TNSrep) -- Belmont University posted the following news: * * * Princeton Review Lists Belmont University Among 'Best Business Schools for 2027' * On-campus MBA continues to deliver an exceptional student experience among top programs nation wide Belmont University's Jack C. Massey College of Business was named to The Princeton Review's list of the Best On-Campus MBA Programs, included in the organization's Best Business Schools for 2027 report (https://www.p  more
Pulitzer Center: Webinar on Demand - Environmental Justice and Mental Health in Niagara Falls
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that says it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following news on July 21, 2026: * * * Webinar on Demand: Environmental Justice and Mental Health in Niagara Falls Authors: Josaphat Barcenas-Argueta, Pulitzer Center Staff Teresa Mioli, Pulitzer Center Staff On June 11, 2026, the Pulitzer Center held a webinar exploring the connection between pollution, environmental justice, and mental health in Niagara Falls. The conversat  more
Ranking Member Morelle Releases Committee Report Correcting the Record Following White House Attack on Smithsonian
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, ranking member of the House Administration Committee, issued the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Ranking Member Morelle Releases Committee Report Correcting the Record Following White House Attack on Smithsonian Rep. Joe Morelle (NY-25), the top Democrat on the Committee on House Administration, issued this statement about his new Committee Report written to correct the record after the White House continued its partisan a  more
Reminder: Nominations for TAGIE Awards Close July 31
NEW YORK, July 20 [Category: Business] -- The Toy Association posted the following news: * * * Reminder: Nominations for TAGIE Awards Close July 31 * Time is running out to nominate toy industry trailblazers for the 2026 Toy & Game Innovation Excellence (TAGIE) Awards, presented by People of Play(tm) (POP), a division of The Toy Association(tm). Anyone in the industry may submit a nomination by July 31, 2026. Taking place November 6 at Joe's LIVE Concert Venue as part of POP Week, this yea  more
Rep. Gillen Recognizes the 100th Anniversary of the Long Island Association
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Laura Gillen, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gillen Recognizes the 100th Anniversary of the Long Island Association * A video of the full remarks is available HERE. WASHINGTON, DC - Yesterday, Congresswoman Laura Gillen (NY-04) celebrated the 100th anniversary of the Long Island Association (LIA) on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives. Joined by her Long Island colleagues, Rep. Gillen recognized the LIA's partnership and wor  more
Rep. Meeks, 10 Co-Signers Issue Letter to State Dept.
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, with 10 co-signers issued the following letter to the U.S. Department of State: * * * Here is the text of the letter: July 15, 2026 The Honorable Marco Rubio Secretary of State U.S. Department of State 2201 C Street NW Washington, DC 20520 Dear Secretary Rubio, We write to express concern about the resourcing and mission alignment of the State Department's Counte  more
Rep. Torres Presses SEC on Trump Media's New Insider Trading API
WASHINGTON, July 22 -- Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-New York, issued the following news on July 21, 2026: * * * Rep. Torres Presses SEC on Trump Media's New Insider Trading API Yesterday, Congressman Ritchie Torres (NY-15) sent a letter to Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins raising serious concerns about a new product from Trump Media & Technology Group known as the "Truth API," which reportedly plans to sell Wall Street firms accelerated, machine-readable access to President D  more
Report From National Nurses United: The Unnecessary Cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA Threatening 602 Hospitals and the Communities They Serve
WASHINGTON, July 21 (TNSLrpt) -- A PREVENTABLE CRISIS: The Unnecessary Cuts to Medicare, Medicaid, and ACA Threatening 602 Hospitals and the Communities They Serve - A report from National Nurses United - July 2026 (28 pages) Here are excerpts: * * * TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction ... 3 Study Details: The Financially Vulnerable Hospitals ... 4 Policy Background: Triple Threat of Financial Contraction ... 5 Findings: The Impact of the Triple Threat ... 7 Policy Recommendations ... 11 App  more
Reps. Gillen and Malliotakis Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Secure Justice for 9/11 Families and Victims of Iranian State-Sponsored Terrorism
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Laura Gillen, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Reps. Gillen and Malliotakis Introduce Bipartisan Legislation to Secure Justice for 9/11 Families and Victims of Iranian State-Sponsored Terrorism * WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congresswoman Laura Gillen (D-NY-04) alongside Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis (R-NY-11) introduced the bipartisan Never Forget the Victims of Terrorism: Joseph D. Mistrulli and Alan Kleinberg USVSST Fund Solvency Act to delive  more
Researchers gather at Cornell Tech to explore AI for molecular science
ITHACA, New York, July 21 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Researchers gather at Cornell Tech to explore AI for molecular science * As artificial intelligence becomes an increasingly powerful tool for discovering new molecules and materials, researchers are working to understand how - and in which cases - machine learning models should remain grounded in the laws of physics that govern the natural world. That challenge was the focus of the CECAM Workshop on Physics-Aw  more
Rochester Institute of Technology-based Research Aims to Transform Home-health Monitoring for Older Adults
ROCHESTER, New York, July 21 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * RIT-based research aims to transform home-health monitoring for older adults Developed by an RIT alumnus, the Casana Smart Seat measures cardiovascular health metrics during one of life's most routine activities - A research project that began with a student's idea in an engineering laboratory at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is now a commercial product designed to help older  more
Rockefeller Foundation Commits $4 Million to America's Working Lands and Rural Prosperity in Partnership With Alder Point
NEW YORK, July 22 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release on July 21, 2026: * * * Rockefeller Foundation Commits $4 Million to America's Working Lands and Rural Prosperity in Partnership With Alder Point * With $4 million commitment from The Rockefeller Foundation, Alder Point Capital Management will bring more undermanaged land under responsible stewardship, partnering with local farmers, foresters, and operators to improve soil, water, and forest health while buildin  more
Rocketry Team Finishes Third at Midwest High-Power Rocketry Competition
CEDARVILLE, Ohio, July 21 -- Cedarville University posted the following news: * * * Rocketry Team Finishes Third at Midwest High-Power Rocketry Competition * by Mark D. Weinstein, Executive Director of Public Relations Cedarville University's Student Launch Team placed third overall at the 2026 Space Grant Midwest High-Power Rocketry Competition, earning recognition for engineering innovation, technical excellence and Christ-centered leadership. Competing against 16 collegiate teams from  more
Rosebud Sioux Tribe to Build $4.6M Behavioral Health Treatment Facility
NEW YORK, July 21 -- The Leona M. and Harry B. Helmsley Charitable Trust posted the following news release: * * * Rosebud Sioux Tribe to Build $4.6M Behavioral Health Treatment Facility * ROSEBUD, S.D., July 21, 2026 -The Rosebud Sioux Tribe is planning to build a $4.6 million outpatient behavioral health treatment facility, expanding access for the Sicangu Lakota Oyate to community-led mental health, suicide prevention, crisis intervention and substance use treatment services. The new 8,4  more
Scalise: House Republicans Offer a Clear Contrast on Freedom, Security, and Affordability
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: House Republicans Offer a Clear Contrast on Freedom, Security, and Affordability * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Speaker Mike Johnson (R-La.), Conference Chairwoman Lisa McClain (R-Mich.), and Rep. Nicole Malliotakis (R-N.Y.) to highlight the growing divide within the Democrat Party as far-left candidates gain momentum while House Republicans  more
SCHUMER CELEBRATES ARRIVAL OF CUTTING-EDGE EXTREME ULTRAVIOLET LITHOGRAPHY (EUV) CHIP-MAKING TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS TO ALBANY NANOTECH, MAKING CAPITAL REGION HOME TO THE ONLY PUBLIC ADVANCED EUV LAB IN...
WASHINGTON, July 21 (Sen.) -- Senate Majority Leader Charles E. Schumer, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * SCHUMER CELEBRATES ARRIVAL OF CUTTING-EDGE EXTREME ULTRAVIOLET LITHOGRAPHY (EUV) CHIP-MAKING TECHNOLOGY COMPONENTS TO ALBANY NANOTECH, MAKING CAPITAL REGION HOME TO THE ONLY PUBLIC ADVANCED EUV LAB IN... * Schumer Says New EUV Center Will Bring Companies From Across The World To Albany, While Boosting Existing NY Companies From Micron To IBM - And Helping Upstate NY's  more
Secretary-General Appoints Njoya Tikum of Cameroon United Nations Resident, Humanitarian Coordinator in Burkina Faso
NEW YORK, July 20 -- The United Nations posted the following news release: * * * Secretary-General Appoints Njoya Tikum of Cameroon United Nations Resident, Humanitarian Coordinator in Burkina Faso * United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres appointed Njoya Tikum of Cameroon as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Burkina Faso, with the host Government's approval. He took up his post on 18 July and will also serve as Humanitarian Coordinator. Mr. Tikum brings nearly two decad  more
Sidley Advises Gates Industrial Corporation on Redomiciliation to Bermuda
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 21 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Advises Gates Industrial Corporation on Redomiciliation to Bermuda * Sidley represented Gates Industrial Corporation plc (NYSE: GTES) in its redomiciliation from England and Wales to Bermuda through a statutory scheme of arrangement approved by the High Court of Justice of England and Wales. The scheme, detailed in a definitive proxy statement filed with the Unite  more
Single-Cell Atlases of the Human Body May Not Fairly Represent Global Populations, Mount Sinai Study Finds
NEW YORK, July 20 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Single-Cell Atlases of the Human Body May Not Fairly Represent Global Populations, Mount Sinai Study Finds * The single-cell "atlases" that are increasingly used to map the human body and as training data for artificial intelligence models, may not represent the world's populations fairly, according to a study led by researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. The a  more
Six UNM faculty promoted to distinguished professors
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, July 21 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * Six UNM faculty promoted to distinguished professors * Each year, The University of New Mexico selects a handful of professors to be honored with the highest faculty title the University bestows -distinguished professor. Announced jointly by the UNM Office of Academic Affairs in collaboration with the Health Sciences Center Office of Faculty Academic Affairs, the title of distinguished profess  more
Southern Miss Professor Provides Voiceover for Netflix's "The American Experiment"
HATTIESBURG, Mississippi, July 21 -- The University of Southern Mississippi posted the following news: * * * Southern Miss Professor Provides Voiceover for Netflix's "The American Experiment" * Dr. Andrew Wiest A documentary available on Netflix chronicling the story of America includes a prominent historian as a voiceover -who also happens to be a member of The University of Southern Mississippi faculty. Dr. Andrew Wiest, distinguished professor of history and founding director of the D  more
Study finds shift toward immunotherapy in mucosal melanoma treatment
NEW YORK, July 21 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy posted the following news release: * * * Study finds shift toward immunotherapy in mucosal melanoma treatment * A study by Associate Professor Onur Baser and colleagues found that immunotherapy, especially PD-1/PD-L1-based regimens, has become the dominant treatment approach for older U.S. patients with mucosal melanoma, while surgery remains the main potentially curative option. The analy  more
Stunning renovation of iconic Yellowstone general store modernizes guest experience
BUFFALO, New York, July 20 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delaware North posted the following news release: * * * Stunning renovation of iconic Yellowstone general store modernizes guest experience * Delaware North this spring completed a comprehensive renovation of the Old Faithful Upper General Store in Yellowstone National Park that was designed to modernize the guest experience while preserving the building's historic character and connection to the park. The store, which serves the millions  more
SUNY ESF and Syracuse Pulp & Paper Foundation Launch Transformative New Engineering Experience for High School Students
NEW YORK, July 20 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry posted the following news: * * * SUNY ESF and Syracuse Pulp & Paper Foundation Launch Transformative New Engineering Experience for High School Students * Week-long residential experience will introduce high school students to engineering research, industry careers, and college life SYRACUSE, N.Y. -July 21, 2026 - The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF), in partnership w  more
SUNY University at Albany: Atmospheric Science Student Earns Fulbright to Study Hydrometeorology in Italy
ALBANY, New York, July 22 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Atmospheric Science Student Earns Fulbright to Study Hydrometeorology in Italy By Sophie Coker Chris Gilberti is saying "ciao" to UAlbany for the next few months. The PhD student in the Department of Atmospheric and Environmental Sciences at the College of Arts and Sciences has been named a Fulbright Student Scholar and will travel to Italy. The Fulbright Program's primary purpose is to increase mutual   more
Syracuse University to Inaugurate J. Michael Haynie as Chancellor Sept. 18
SYRACUSE, New York, July 22 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Syracuse University to Inaugurate J. Michael Haynie as Chancellor Sept. 18 Investiture ceremony and a weekend of campus events will mark Haynie's formal installation as Syracuse's 13th chancellor. - Syracuse University's Board of Trustees invites the campus community to celebrate the inauguration of J. Michael Haynie as the University's 13th chancellor and president. The formal Investiture Ceremony will tak  more
Tanner Harmon '26 Joins Richard Maxwell's New York City Players
HAMILTON, New York, July 21 -- Colgate University posted the following news: * * * Tanner Harmon '26 Joins Richard Maxwell's New York City Players * Tanner Harmon '26, who majored in theater and economics at Colgate University, has joined the New York City Players -an experimental theater company led by Guggenheim Fellow, playwright, and artistic director Richard Maxwell -as an assistant stage manager and foley artist. Maxwell was Colgate's Christian A. Johnson Artist-in-Residence from Sep  more
The SoCal Sound Now Affiliate of VuHaus Group
NORTHRIDGE, California, July 20 -- California State University Northridge issued the following news release: * * * The SoCal Sound Now Affiliate of VuHaus Group * Media Contact: Carmen Ramos Chandler, carmen.chandler@csun.edu, (818) 677-2130 Member-supported 88.5-FM, The SoCal Sound, is the newest affiliate of the public radio organization VuHaus Group. The SoCal Sound's local page now appears on the NPR Live Sessions website with their unique, local, and engaging music video content. Th  more
To improve health equity on the East Side, more than $600,000 has been awarded to community groups, researchers
BUFFALO, New York, July 21 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * To improve health equity on the East Side, more than $600,000 has been awarded to community groups, researchers * The community gardens of the King Urban Life Center are among the 18 community organizations and pilot projects that will benefit from funds awarded by UB's Community Health Equity Research Institute. Photo courtesy of King Urban Life Center. Funding ca  more
Toy Foundation Partners with Build-A-Bear & Chuck E. Cheese to Raise $100,000 for Children in Need
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: Business] -- The Toy Association posted the following news: * * * Toy Foundation Partners with Build-A-Bear & Chuck E. Cheese to Raise $100,000 for Children in Need * Contact: Erin Wright The Toy Foundation 646.520.4851 ewright@toyfoundation.org The International Day of Play-themed cause marketing campaigns engaged consumers through promotions, exclusive product, & pin pad donations. New York, NY | July 21, 2026 - The Toy Foundation(tm), the philanth  more
Transcript: N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Announces "Open For Small Business," Over 50 Reforms To Slash Red Tape And Increase Support For Small Businesses
NEW YORK, July 22 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following transcript: * * * Transcript: Mayor Mamdani Announces "Open For Small Business," Over 50 Reforms To Slash Red Tape And Increase Support For Small Businesses Deputy Mayor Julie Su, Economic Justice: I'm Julie Su, the deputy mayor for Economic Justice. When Mayor Mamdani promised to make New York City more affordable, he meant for small businesses too. That's why he signed an executive order just two weeks after coming  more
Twin Critically Endangered Black-and-White Ruffed Lemurs Born at Central Park Zoo
BRONX, New York, July 21 [Category: Environment] -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: * * * Twin Critically Endangered Black-and-White Ruffed Lemurs Born at Central Park Zoo * NEW YORK, N.Y. -July 21, 2026 -The Wildlife Conservation Society's Central Park Zoo is debuting twin Critically Endangered black-and-white ruffed lemurs, born April 5, 2026. The fraternal twin pair includes one male, named Maso, and one female, named Tonga. The black-and-white ruffe  more
United Association Supports Timely Approval of Christopher M Crane Clean Energy Center Re-Powering to Enhance Grid Reliability and Economic Growth
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Docket ID NRC-2026-0397 July 8, 2026 VIA ONLINE PORTAL The Honorable Ho K. Nieh, Chairman Office of Administration Program Management, Announcements and Editing Staff U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Washington, DC 20555 Re: Constellation Energy Generation, LLC; Christopher M. Crane Clean Energy Center; Draft Envi  more
University of Nebraska: Sheldon Receives $100,000 Warhol Grant for Two Exhibitions
LINCOLN, Nebraska, July 22 -- The University of Nebraska posted the following news: * * * Sheldon receives $100,000 Warhol grant for two exhibitions By Annie Wilkins, Sheldon Museum of Art Sheldon Museum of Art has been awarded a $100,000 grant from the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts. The award will support two 2027 exhibitions -- "Bad Witches: The Spiritual as Empowerment," showing Jan. 30 to July 11; and "Pablo Helguera: Socialscapes," showing Aug. 14 to Jan. 2. "Bad Witches"  more
URochester launches first NY THRIVE partnership to accelerate semiconductor innovation
ROCHESTER, New York, July 21 -- The University of Rochester posted the following news: * * * URochester launches first NY THRIVE partnership to accelerate semiconductor innovation * The collaboration combines University expertise with industry to develop technologies for faster, more energy-efficient computing. The University of Rochester has launched its first NY THRIVE Innovation Voucher project under the NY SMART I-Corridor Tech Hub. The project establishes a new collaboration between E  more
US Congress Should Pass Legislation on Sudan
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * US Congress Should Pass Legislation on Sudan * Congress is currently considering two bills on Sudan: the Preventing External Aggression and Conflict Escalation (PEACE) in Sudan Act of 2026 in the Senate and US Engagement in Sudanese Peace Act in the House of Representatives. These bills contain several positive initiatives but should go further on accountability. Human Rights Watch has docume  more
US/Ecuador: Abuses Proliferate as Security Cooperation Deepens
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * US/Ecuador: Abuses Proliferate as Security Cooperation Deepens * * Ordinary people were subjected to torture and arbitrary detention in a partnered operation between the United States and Ecuador. Two fishing boats were attacked by armed drones of unknown origin off the Ecuadorian coast and a third has gone missing with most of its crew. * One incident clearly implicates the US-Ecuador secu  more
VHB Earns Healthcare Project Awards at 2026 AMFP GNY Awards Gala
WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, July 21 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news: * * * VHB Earns Healthcare Project Awards at 2026 AMFP GNY Awards Gala * VHB has earned two healthcare project awards from the Association of Medical Facility Professionals Greater New York (AMFP GNY). The annual awards program recognizes excellence in healthcare facil  more
Video, Audio & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Addresses Discovery of Radioactive Contamination Across Niagara and Erie Counties
ALBANY, New York, July 20 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Video, Audio & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Addresses Discovery of Radioactive Contamination Across Niagara and Erie Counties * Governor Kathy Hochul today addressed the discovery of radioactive contamination across two Western New York counties. To ensure that those affected receive necessary information and continued transparency, the Governor has urged the Environmental Protection Agen  more
Voting Rights Groups File Renewed Request for Preliminary Injunction to Block Executive Order Restricting Mail-in Ballots
NEW YORK, July 21 [Category: Law/Legal] -- LatinoJustice PRLDEF posted the following news release: * * * Voting Rights Groups File Renewed Request for Preliminary Injunction to Block Executive Order Restricting Mail-in Ballots * FOR IMMEDIATE RELASE July 21, 2026 CONTACT: ACLU, media@aclu.org ACLU of Massachusetts, media@aclum.org Brennan Center for Justice at NYU Law, lees@brennan.law.nyu.edu Legal Defense Fund, media@naacpldf.org LatinoJustice PRLDEF, media@latinojustice.org  more
Voting Rights Groups File Renewed Request for Preliminary Injunction to Block Executive Order Restricting Mail-In Ballots
NEW YORK, July 22 -- Brennan Center for Justice at New York University School of Law posted the following news release: * * * Voting Rights Groups File Renewed Request for Preliminary Injunction to Block Executive Order Restricting Mail-in Ballots Motion seeks to stop U.S. Postal Service from imposing rules that will disenfranchise American citizens and throw elections into chaos - BOSTON - A coalition of nonpartisan voting rights groups renewed their urgent request for a preliminary injunc  more
Weak AI regulation may backfire, making products less safe
ITHACA, New York, July 20 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Weak AI regulation may backfire, making products less safe * A new modeling study finds that weak AI regulation may be worse than no regulation at all when it comes to the safety of AI products and services. In the absence of strong federal AI regulation, states have attempted to take up the slack, but it's unclear how this patchwork of laws will alter incentives for companies to invest in the safety of their   more
White & Case advises doValue on private placement
NEW YORK, July 20 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * White & Case advises doValue on private placement * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised doValue S.p.A. (doValue), a European financial services provider offering innovative products across the entire credit lifecycle, on the private placement of EUR60 million senior secured fixed rate notes, due 2031. The issuance follows an original EUR350 million high yield bond iss  more
World 'Making Wrong Choices', Secretary-General Warns, Calls for Action to Defeat Poverty, Inequality at Nelson Mandela International Day Observance
NEW YORK, July 20 -- The United Nations posted the following news release: * * * World 'Making Wrong Choices', Secretary-General Warns, Calls for Action to Defeat Poverty, Inequality at Nelson Mandela International Day Observance * Following are UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres' remarks, as prepared for delivery, by Courtenay Rattray, Chef de Cabinet, to the General Assembly at the observance of Nelson Mandela International Day, in New York today: I am honoured to deliver the Secretar  more
Wyden Votes 'No' on Clayton for Top Intelligence Post
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, issued the following news release: * * * Wyden Votes 'No' on Clayton for Top Intelligence Post * Washington, D.C. -Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Ore., voted 'no' on the nomination of Jay Clayton to serve as the Director of National Intelligence, in a Senate Intelligence Committee vote today. "Mr. Clayton refused to tell the truth about the 2020 election because Donald Trump would not let him. He spread conspiracies about mail-in-voting and then hid behi  more
XBRL US Urges NCUA to Mandate Structured Digital Reporting for Stablecoin Issuers to Enhance Transparency and Regulatory Efficiency
WASHINGTON, July 21 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. July 17, 2026 1345 Avenue of the Americas 27th Floor Melane Conyers-Ausbrooks New York, NY 10105 Secretary of the Board Phone: (202) 448-1985 National Credit Union Administration Fax: (866) 516-6923 1775 Duke Street Alexandria, Virginia 22314-3428 Dear Ms. Conyers-Ausbrooks: RE: Implementing the Guiding and Establi  more