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'Project Hail Mary' at Cornell Cinema includes special talk, prize drawing

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 11 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * 'Project Hail Mary' at Cornell Cinema includes special talk, prize drawing * A Cornell Cinema screening of the box office hit "Project Hail Mary" will include a talk by Cornell astronomers on their search for real rocky worlds habitable for humans, as well as a prize drawing. The screening, at 7 p.m., Friday, Aug. 28, will be followed by an open house at the Fuertes Observatory for live viewing of the cosmos. " more

10 Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Listed in 2026 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under - U.S. Edition

MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 10 Greenberg Traurig Shareholders Listed in 2026 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under - U.S. Edition * NEW YORK - Aug. 11, 2026 - Ten shareholders from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been named to the 2026 Benchmark Litigation 40 & Under - U.S. edition. According to Benchmark Litigation, the list aims to identify the top emerging talent in litigation under the a more

10 State Attorneys General Urge CFPB to Maintain Strong Mortgage Disclosure Protections and Improve Reverse Mortgage Transparency

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. STATE OF NEW YORK OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL LETITIA JAMES ATTORNEY GENERAL August 10, 2026 VIA ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION Russell Vought Acting Director Consumer Financial Protection Bureau 1700 G Street N.W. Washington, DC 20552 Request for Information Regarding Promoting Access to Mortgage Credit Docket No. CFPB more

11 Defendants Charged In Dismantling Of Decade-Long Nationwide Marriage Fraud Scheme

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * 11 Defendants Charged In Dismantling Of Decade-Long Nationwide Marriage Fraud Scheme * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jamie McDonald, Attorney General for the United States, Todd Blanche, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the New York Field Office of Homeland Security Investigations ("HSI"), Pete Gizas, Director of U.S. Citizenship more

50-year class reunion for the Class of 1976 planned for Homecoming

KEYSER, West Virginia, Aug. 12 -- West Virginia University Potomac State College posted the following news: * * * 50-year class reunion for the Class of 1976 planned for Homecoming * The year is 1976. America marks its Bicentennial. Steve Jobs and Steve Wozniak launch Apple Computers. NASA successfully lands two unmanned crafts on the surface of Mars. The Concorde supersonic jet is introduced. Jimmy Carter is elected President in November. On the radio, Paul McCartney and Wings and Elton Joh more

A movie set right on campus

MADISON, Wisconsin, Aug. 11 -- The University of Wisconsin posted the following news: * * * A movie set right on campus * Professor Aaron Greer turns to the UW-Madison community to help bring the feature film 'Morning Moon' to life. By Gayle Worland If the setting for a scene in the upcoming movie "Morning Moon" looks familiar, that's because it's the real thing. The fictional, full-length feature was shot this summer in Madison, with much of the action filmed right on the University of W more

Actors' Equity Association Announces Formation of Legal Department

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO Actors Equity Association issued the following news release: * * * Actors' Equity Association Announces Formation of Legal Department * New York \-Actors' Equity Association, the national labor union representing more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers in live theatre, is establishing an in-house legal department. The department will be led by Andrea F. Hoeschen, who has served as assistant executive director for Equity's Ce more

Actors' Equity Association Announces Formation of Legal Department

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- Actors' Equity Association, a labor union that says it represents more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers, issued the following news release: * * * Actors' Equity Association Announces Formation of Legal Department Actors' Equity Association, the national labor union representing more than 51,000 professional actors and stage managers in live theatre, is establishing an in-house legal department. The department will be led by Andrea F. Hoeschen, who has s more

Actress and Comedian Retta Finds More Frights in Season Three of HGTV's 'Scariest House in America' Premiering Friday, Sept. 18, at 9 p.m. ET/PT

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * Actress and Comedian Retta Finds More Frights in Season Three of HGTV's 'Scariest House in America' Premiering Friday, Sept. 18, at 9 p.m. ET/PT * WHAT: Scariest House in America WHERE/WHEN: Season 3 premieres Friday, Sept. 18, at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HGTV. WHO: Ugliest House in America star Retta will continue her search for the country's most spine-tin more

AG Campbell Sues To Block Trump Administration's Unlawful Handout To Big Banks

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 11 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release: * * * AG Campbell Sues To Block Trump Administration's Unlawful Handout To Big Banks * Boston -Today, Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and a coalition of 10 attorneys general filed a lawsuit to block the Trump Administration's latest attempt to put big business over working families. The case challenges a rule issued by the Office of the Comptroller of the more

AICPA Seeks Clarity and Guidance for Three CAMT Notices

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- The American Institute of CPAs issued the following news release: * * * AICPA Seeks Clarity and Guidance for Three CAMT Notices Washington, D.C. - The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) is urging the Department of Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide additional clarity and simplification regarding three recent Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax (CAMT) notices. The group's letter includes comments on Notices 2025-46, 2025-49, 2026-7 and the issues with more

Aldo Leopold Foundation Urges Withdrawal of Drain Tile Setback Request and Enforcement of Wetland Easements

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Aldo Leopold Foundation comments on Implementation of Drain Tile Setbacks pg. 1 ALDO LEOPOLD FOUNDATION COMMENTS ON NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE SYSTEM REQUEST FOR INFORMATION ON IMPLEMENTATION OF DRAIN TILE SETBACKS Notice by the U. S. Fish and Wildlife Service July 24, 2026 Submitted on 8/7/2026 by: W. B. (Buddy) Huff more

Alum's $15M Gift Powers New University of Maryland Golf Performance Center, Sports Management Program

COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, Aug. 13 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news release: * * * Alum's $15M Gift Powers New UMD Golf Performance Center, Sports Management Program Renowned sports marketer seeks to elevate students' game, career preparation - The University of Maryland announced today a $15 million gift to support a new campus golf performance center and expansion of the sports management program in the Robert H. Smith School of Business. In recognition of the gift f more

Alumna Takes Chemistry From the Lab to the Salon With Her Non-Toxic Nail Polish Line

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- The City University of New York Graduate Center posted the following news: * * * Alumna Takes Chemistry From the Lab to the Salon With Her Non-Toxic Nail Polish Line * Nail color has been in vogue for millennia, stretching back to Babylonia, where warriors stained their nails with kohl. In China's bronze age, women of the Shang Dynasty painted their nails with polish made with beeswax and flower petals; in ancient Egypt, Queen Nefertiti and Cleopatra, one of history's mo more

AMA awards first Community Health Impact Lab micro grants

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 12 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Association posted the following news release: * * * AMA awards first Community Health Impact Lab micro grants * CHICAGO -The American Medical Association (AMA) today announced the inaugural recipients of its $1 million Community Health Impact Lab micro grants. Launched in 2025, the initiative supports physician-led projects partnering with organizations to address pressing community health challenges through innovative, more

American Farm Bureau Federation: State Farm Bureau Communicators Honored for Outstanding Work

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 12 -- The American Farm Bureau Federation issued the following news release: * * * State Farm Bureau Communicators Honored for Outstanding Work The American Farm Bureau Federation announced a slate of top state Farm Bureau communications projects during the 2026 Communications Awards, held at this year's Communications Conference in New Orleans, Louisiana. The competition recognizes state Farm Bureau professionals for their exemplary work in communicating about agri more

APHIS Removes Portions of Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York from the Asian Longhorned Beetle (Anoplophora glabripennis)-Quarantined Area

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service issued the following program update: * * * APHIS Removes Portions of Nassau and Suffolk Counties, New York from the Asian Longhorned Beetle (Anoplophora glabripennis)-Quarantined Area * Subject: To: State, Tribal, and Territory Agricultural Regulatory Officials Effective immediately, the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is removing 7.4 square miles from the Asian longhorn more

Ari Juels receives USENIX Security Test of Time Award

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Ari Juels receives USENIX Security Test of Time Award * Ari Juels -the Weill Family Foundation and Joan and Sanford I. Weill Professor at Cornell Tech, the Cornell Ann S. Bowers College of Computing and Information Science, and the Jacobs Technion-Cornell Institute -has received the 2026 USENIX Security Test of Time Award for the paper "Stealing Machine Learning Models via Prediction APIs." The award was announc more

Army Reserve 'Warrior Medics' diminish disease, non-battle injuries during Regional Medic 26, WAREX 26

FORT BRAGG, North Carolina, Aug. 11 -- The U.S. Army Reserve Command issued the following news: * * * Army Reserve 'Warrior Medics' diminish disease, non-battle injuries during Regional Medic 26, WAREX 26 * FORT MCCOY, Wis. - More than 80 U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from myriad units stemming from the Army Reserve Medical Command organized and performed a real-world medical mission in support of approximately 6,000 U.S. service members and NATO partner nations that comprised of the training a more

As Arctic Sea Ice Shrinks, Polar Bears Spend More Time on Land--and More Time Consuming Seabird Eggs

BRONX, New York, Aug. 12 [Category: Environment] -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: * * * As Arctic Sea Ice Shrinks, Polar Bears Spend More Time on Land--and More Time Consuming Seabird Eggs * BRONX, NY, August 12, 2026-A polar bear spends nearly a day walking across a remote Arctic island, crushing and consuming eggs, and destroying almost an entire colony of seabird nests. While reported elsewhere in the Arctic, until recently, such scenes were almost u more

ASAM Weekly for August 11, 2026

ROCKVILLE, Maryland, Aug. 12 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Society of Addiction Medicine posted the following news wrap up entitled "The ASAM Weekly for August 11, 2026": * * * Street Addiction Medicine: Bringing a Patient-Centered Approach for Opioid and Stimulant Use Disorder to the Unhoused By Katia Cnop, DO Barriers to care for unhoused persons are steep, multifaceted, and both individual and structural. These barriers compound into late and more severe clinical presentations more

Association of Research Libraries: Elaine Kong and Violeta Duncan Receive Paul Evan Peters Scholarships

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 [Category: Libraries] -- The Association of Research Libraries issued the following news: * * * Elaine Kong and Violeta Duncan Receive Paul Evan Peters Scholarships * Doctoral student Elaine Kong and master's student Violeta Duncan are the 2026 recipients of the Paul Evan Peters Scholarship for graduate study in information science or closely related fields. The scholarship honors the memory of Coalition for Networked Information (CNI) founding executive director Paul Eva more

Attorney General Bonta Sues to Block Trump Administration's Unlawful Handout to Big Banks

SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 11 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sues to Block Trump Administration's Unlawful Handout to Big Banks * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today, as part of a coalition of 10 attorneys general, filed a lawsuit to block the Trump Administration's latest effort to favor big business over working families. The lawsuit, filed in the U.S. District Court for the District of Oregon, cha more

Attorney General Clark Sues to Block Trump Administration from Invalidating State Mortgage Laws

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Aug. 11 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Sues to Block Trump Administration from Invalidating State Mortgage Laws * Attorney General Clark and a coalition of 10 attorneys general filed a lawsuit today to block the Trump Administration's effort to override state mortgage laws through a decision by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to invalidate state laws requiring mortgage lenders more

Attorney General James Awards $505,000 to Support Pollinator Conservation in Historically Underserved Communities

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 12 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Awards $505,000 to Support Pollinator Conservation in Historically Underserved Communities * August 12, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James and The New York Community Trust (The Trust) today announced $505,000 in grant funding for 28 community organizations to support pollinator conservation projects in historically underserved communities more

Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Protect Valuable Interest Payments to Homeowners

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 11 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Sues Trump Administration to Protect Valuable Interest Payments to Homeowners * August 11, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a coalition of nine other attorneys general in suing the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to defend state laws that require banks to pay interest to homeowners on funds held in escro more

Attorney General William Tong Sues to Block Trump Administration's Lawless Handout to Big Banks

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Aug. 11 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General William Tong Sues to Block Trump Administration's Lawless Handout to Big Banks * Press Releases Rule lets big banks keep money that should be going back into Connecticut homeowners' pockets (Hartford, CT)- Attorney General William Tong and a coalition of 10 attorneys general filed a lawsuit today opposing a new rule issued by federal regulator of national b more

Bank of America Enters into a Joint Venture Agreement with Jio Financial Services Limited to Acquire up to 49.9% in Jio Credit Limited

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 12 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * Bank of America Enters into a Joint Venture Agreement with Jio Financial Services Limited to Acquire up to 49.9% in Jio Credit Limited * #Key points * Bank of America's investment, including the equity shares and warrants, Rs18,268 crore (~$1.9 billion USD[1]). * Jio Credit receives further capital to support its growth in India and ex more

Bank of America Launches two hundred fifty billion dollars$250 Billion, eighteen month18-month Critical Infrastructure Finance Initiative in Honor of America's 250th Anniversary

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 12 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release: * * * Bank of America Launches two hundred fifty billion dollars$250 Billion, eighteen month18-month Critical Infrastructure Finance Initiative in Honor of America's 250th Anniversary * Initiative aims to help strengthen and modernize America's infrastructure, supporting energy security, U.S. job growth and economic competitiveness #Key points more

Barn Fire Deaths of 17 Horses Prompt PETA Call for Cruelty-to-Animals Charges

NORFOLK, Virginia, Aug. 12 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026: * * * Barn Fire Deaths of 17 Horses Prompt PETA Call for Cruelty-to-Animals Charges Saratoga, N.Y. - After 17 horses burned to death in a racetrack barn fire in Saratoga Springs on June 16, PETA today sent a letter to Police Lieutenant Paul Veitch urging him to investigate and pursue cruelty to animals criminal charges against the barn's owner, Saratoga Harness Racing, more

Bilott Presenting on Growing Impact of PFAS at ICV and Hoosier Stewards Event

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Bilott Presenting on Growing Impact of PFAS at ICV and Hoosier Stewards Event * Taft's Rob Bilott will be presenting, "How to Poison a Planet - The Story of 'Forever Chemicals'," on Sept. 1 at an event sponsored by the Indiana Conservation Voters & Hoosier Stewards in Indianapolis. The evening includes a screening of How to Poison a Planet, followed by a panel discussion of experts more

Binghamton University: MBA Candidate Continues to Win Awards for Disability Advocacy

BINGHAMTON, New York, Aug. 13 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * MBA candidate continues to win awards for disability advocacy Daisy Dimatos '26 is making her mark at Binghamton By Shawn Ammann '24 Earning your bachelor's degree is a massive accomplishment in itself. Doing so in three years - with honors - is all the more impressive. For Daisy Dimatos '26, it doesn't stop there. Not only did she earn her undergraduate degree in business administration, concentrating more

Blumenthal & Schiff Demand DOJ Rescind Policy Allowing ICE Agents to Hide From Investigation After Violent Confrontations

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Blumenthal & Schiff Demand DOJ Rescind Policy Allowing ICE Agents to Hide From Investigation After Violent Confrontations * [WASHINGTON, DC] - Following reporting in The New York Times that the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) will no longer investigate violent confrontations between civilians and federal immigration agents, U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) and Adam Schiff (D-C more

BMJ Group: Prioritise Routine Screening and Regular Monitoring of Elite Athletes' Mental Health, Says IOC

LONDON, England, Aug. 13 (TNSjou) -- BMJ Group issued the following news release about the British Journal of Sports Medicine: * * * Prioritise routine screening and regular monitoring of elite athletes' mental health, says IOC This should be done at predefined time points, after significant events, and address full range of contributory factors in training and competition, says consensus statement Organisational culture needs to foster good mental health and wellbeing across the board - S more

Breakthrough T1D Run 2026-2027 Season Launches, Uniting Runners Worldwide to Fund Type 1 Diabetes Research

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- Breakthrough T1D (formerly JDRF) a non-profit dedicated to funding type 1 diabetes research, posted the following news release: * * * Breakthrough T1D Run 2026-2027 Season Launches, Uniting Runners Worldwide to Fund Type 1 Diabetes Research * NEW YORK, Aug. 12, 2026-Breakthrough T1D, formerly JDRF, the leading global type 1 diabetes (T1D) research and advocacy organization, has launched its 2026-2027 Breakthrough T1D Run season to bring the community together and raise a more

Capital Research Center Issues Commentary: Courier's News Machine Turns Against Data Centers

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Capital Research Center issued the following commentary on Aug. 11, 2026, by investigative researcher Parker Thayer: * * * Courier's news machine turns against data centers Courier Newsroom is a nationwide political operation designed to look like independent local news outlets. Since April 2026, Courier's shadowy network has been waging a coordinated offensive against the construction of AI data centers, publishing more than 200 negative articles, videos, and news more

Catholic League Issues Commentary: Muslims and Christians Differ On Conversion

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- 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 Aug. 12, 2026, by President Bill Donohue: * * * MUSLIMS AND CHRISTIANS DIFFER ON CONVERSION Last year, a 22-year-old Muslim woman from northern Nigeria converted to Christianity and for this "crime" she was beaten. Those who did the beatings were her siblings. more

Center of the American Experiment Issues Commentary: Flanagan/El-Sayed Victories Could Give GOP Rare Advantage on Health Care

MINNETONKA, Minnesota, Aug. 10 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary by policy fellow Matt Dean: * * * Flanagan/El-Sayed victories could give GOP rare advantage on health care As Zohran Mamdani fleshes out his plan to provide government-run grocery stores in New York, Abdul El-Sayed promises Michiganders free and available health care without a premium, deductible or copay. Hi more

CFTC Abuses Emergency Authority to Keep Gambling Platform Kalshi Online in New York

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release: * * * CFTC Abuses Emergency Authority to Keep Gambling Platform Kalshi Online in New York * The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) announced late yesterday it had exercised its "emergency authority" in response to a "market emergency" in response to a complaint by KalshiEX. KalshiEX's complaint to the CFTC comes a month after a federal court denied Kalshi's arguments aimed at preventi more

CFTC Exercises Emergency Authority to Ensure Market Stability

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release: * * * CFTC Exercises Emergency Authority to Ensure Market Stability * WASHINGTON -The Commodity Futures Trading Commission today exercised its emergency authority in response to KalshiEX, LLC's notification of a market emergency and ordered the exchange to continue to operate in accordance with the Commodity Exchange Act's Core Principles. KalshiEX, LLC notified the Commission of the emergency more

Chancellor King and Special Olympics New York Announce Partnership to Launch Paid Internships for SUNY Students

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Chancellor King and Special Olympics New York Announce Partnership to Launch Paid Internships for SUNY Students Initiative will Connect SUNY Students with Opportunities to Contribute to Special Olympics New York Throughout the State Builds on SUNY's Goal for Every Student to Participate in a High-Quality Internship Experience Students Can Apply Now for the Fall Semester Here (https://www.s more

City St George, University of London: 'It's a Thrill to See My Book in Shops in New York, Norwich, Toronto and Teesside,' Says Debut Author Richard Jerram

LONDON, England, Aug. 12 -- City St George, University of London issued the following news: * * * "It's a thrill to see my book in shops in New York, Norwich, Toronto and Teesside," says debut author Richard Jerram MA in Creative Writing alumnus celebrates the publication of his crime fiction novel Makoto Murders. By Eve Lacroix (Senior Communications Officer) Richard Jerram celebrated the publication of his first novel The Makoto Murders at a launch party in Hatchards in Piccadilly in July more

Community Action of Orleans & Genesee Urges HHS to Modernize Head Start Eligibility Standards

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Public Comment on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs Submitted Regarding: Docket No. ACF-2026-0595 RIN 0970-AD30 Proposed Rule: Reducing Federal Burden for Head Start Programs Submitted by: Renee Hungerford, Executive Director/CEO Community Action of Orleans & Genesee To more

Community Lawyering Clinic Goes Where the Need Is

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Aug. 11 -- Yale Law School posted the following news: * * * Community Lawyering Clinic Goes Where the Need Is * Back to News The Community Lawyering Clinic is taught by Clinical Professor Jason Parkin (seated). The clinic emphasizes the flexibility to use different forms of advocacy. As a law clinic student, Cyan Blackwell '27 had become an expert on bills before the Connecticut General Assembly that her client was supporting. Once at the state capitol for that clie more

Congressman Pat Ryan Joins Community Leaders, Parents, Educators for Roundtable Discussion on Childcare Affordability & Accessibility in the Hudson Valley

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Pat Ryan Joins Community Leaders, Parents, Educators for Roundtable Discussion on Childcare Affordability & Accessibility in the Hudson Valley Congressman Ryan joined Hudson Valley parents, childcare providers, educators and other community stakeholders at DAY ONE in Poughkeepsie to discuss the cost and availability of local childcare In 2025, 70% of parents reported that raising children h more

Congresswoman Tenney Releases 2026 Agriculture Plan to Strengthen New York Farms and Rural Communities

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Tenney Releases 2026 Agriculture Plan to Strengthen New York Farms and Rural Communities * Oswego, NY -Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today released her 2026 Agriculture Plan, laying out her priorities to strengthen New York's farm economy, support dairy and specialty crop producers, expand market opportunities, protect American farmland, and ensure farmers have the resources more

Cornell expands AI Critical Literacy Program for incoming students

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Cornell expands AI Critical Literacy Program for incoming students * After a successful pilot launch in the spring, Cornell's AI Critical Literacy Program will be offered in the fall to all incoming students as well as other interested students, faculty members and staff. The expanded program will feature four modules - "What is Generative AI?"; "Ethical Questions Surrounding Generative AI"; "GenAI and Learning more

Cornell expands AI Critical Literacy Program for incoming students

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Cornell expands AI Critical Literacy Program for incoming students By Jose Beduya After a successful pilot launch in the spring, Cornell's AI Critical Literacy Program will be offered in the fall to all incoming students as well as other interested students, faculty members and staff. The expanded program will feature four modules - "What is Generative AI?"; "Ethical more

Debevoise Partners Featured in Benchmark Litigation's 40 & Under List

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Debevoise Partners Featured in Benchmark Litigation's 40 & Under List * Debevoise & Plimpton LLP partners Lindsay Cooper Hayman, Ina Popova and Zachary Saltzman have been named to Benchmark Litigation's "40 & Under List," which highlights the most accomplished litigation partners across the U.S. Ms. Popova and Mr. Saltzman have again been named to the list, while Ms. Hayman has more

Dianne Batistoni Named a 2026 Leading Woman in Business

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 [Category: BizAccounting] -- EisnerAmper, a provider of audit, accounting and tax, advisory and outsourcing services, posted the following news: * * * Dianne Batistoni Named a 2026 Leading Woman in Business * EisnerAmper, a global business advisory firm, is pleased to announce that Partner Dianne Batistoni has made NJBIZ's 2026 list of "Leading Women in Business." This list recognizes women who have made a significant impact on organizations in New Jersey. This year's 60-p more

EPA Extends Public Comment Period for Wappinger Creek Superfund Site Cleanup Proposal

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Extends Public Comment Period for Wappinger Creek Superfund Site Cleanup Proposal * NEW YORK \- U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the public comment period for its proposed cleanup plan at the Wappinger Creek Superfund Site in Dutchess County, New York. The comment period, originally scheduled to end August 21, 2026, will now remain open until September 21, 2026. EPA more

Faegre Drinker Issues Commentary: Minnesota Primary Election Results -- August 12, 2026

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Aug. 13 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Aug. 12, 2026, by Senior Director Molly M. Sigel, Director Donovan M. Hurd, partner David H. Johnson and manager Megan Hennen: * * * Minnesota Primary Election Results -- August 12, 2026 Stakeholders across Minnesota can begin to assess the policy and regulatory implications of the November ballot. At a Glance * Notably, progressives prevailed in a number of DFL primaries for f more

Fast Buses: N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on Bronx's First Busway Along Tremont Avenue

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Aug. 12, 2026: * * * Fast Buses: Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on Bronx's First Busway Along Tremont Avenue What you should know * Redesign will help 39,000 New Yorkers save time with faster, more reliable bus service and deliver safer streets * Tremont Avenue is a Priority Corridor in Next Stop action plan and will undergo future upgrades to create world-class bus service - New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame more

FDA Recall Notice: Lidl U.S. Recalls Vitasia Asian Style Wok Spice Mix Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Lidl US Recalls Vitasia Asian Style Wok Spice Mix Due to Potential Salmonella Contamination Summary Company Announcement Date: August 11, 2026 FDA Publish Date: August 12, 2026 Product Type: Food & Beverages Foodborne Illness Reason for Announcement: Potential to be contaminated with Salmonella Company Name: Lidl US Trading Brand Name: Vitasia C more

Federal Court Blocks U.S. Postal Service from Implementing Executive Order Restricting Mail Voting

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * Federal Court Blocks U.S. Postal Service from Implementing Executive Order Restricting Mail Voting * In granting preliminary injunction, court finds that President Trump's 2026 executive order is likely unconstitutional and likely to disenfranchise voters in upcoming elections BOSTON - A federal court today issued a preliminary injunction blocking the U.S. Postal Service more

Fifth Third Named Among the Best and Brightest in Wellness by National Association for Business Resources

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Aug. 11 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Fifth Third Bank posted the following news release: * * * Fifth Third Named Among the Best and Brightest in Wellness by National Association for Business Resources * CINCINNATI-For the third consecutive year, Fifth Third (NYSE: FITB) has been named among the Nation's Best and Brightest in Wellness by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR). This recognition honors organizations that demonstrate a strong commitment more

Food and Water Watch: 50+ Baltimoreans Join Advocates to Launch 'Make Polluters Pay' Campaign

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026: * * * 50+ Baltimoreans Join Advocates to Launch 'Make Polluters Pay' Campaign "We need legislators to do their part to prepare our communities for the heavy cost of the climate crisis by making polluters pay their fair share." - Baltimore City, MD -- Today, 50+ of Baltimore residents joined Food & Water Watch and Out for Justice for an ice cream social to 'heat up the movement' in support of more

Forbes Announces Its 14th Annual Power Women's Summit Bringing Together Leaders Defining The Future Of Power

JERSEY CITY, New Jersey, Aug. 12 -- Forbes Media posted the following news release on Aug. 12, 2026: * * * Forbes Announces Its 14th Annual Power Women's Summit Bringing Together Leaders Defining The Future Of Power 2026 Speakers and Performers Include Serena Williams, Jennifer Garner, Leena Nair, CBE, Natasha Bedingfield, Cindy Crawford, Dr. Laurie Santos and More NEW YORK - Today, Forbes announced its 14th annual Forbes Power Women's Summit, taking place on September 10, 2026, in New York more

Foundation for Economic Education Posts Commentary: We Need to Do Nothing About AI

DETROIT, Michigan, Aug. 13 -- The Foundation for Economic Education posted the following commentary by Mani Basharzad, Institute of Economic Affairs research associate: * * * We Need to Do Nothing About AI Fear of new technology is hardly new. - In recent weeks, a letter on AI titled "We Must Act Now" has made headlines. Its list of signatories brought together an unlikely coalition of intellectuals, from Joseph Stiglitz and Paul Krugman to Alex Tabarrok, Tyler Cowen, and Niall Ferguson. T more

Four Democratic Senators Urge ATF to Withdraw Proposed Rule Eliminating Non-Binary Gender Option on Firearm Purchase Forms

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 3, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518 Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives United States Department of Justice 99 New York Avenue NE Washington, DC 20226 Attention: RIN 1140-AA64 Re: Notice of Proposed Rul more

Giffords Opposes ATF Proposed Rule on Biological Sex Designation Citing Risks to Firearm Background Checks and Transgender Rights

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518, Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Avenue NE Washington, DC 20226 ATTN: RIN 1140-AA64; Docket No. ATF-2026-0010; ATF No. 2025R-33P INTRODUCTION This comment is submi more

Governor Hochul Announces Capital Group to Invest $38 Million in New York City Expansion

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 11 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Capital Group to Invest $38 Million in New York City Expansion * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that Capital Group, one of the world's largest active asset managers, will expand its New York City operations with a major growth project expected to create 200 new full-time jobs over five years and invest approximately $38 million in capital investments at 345 Pa more

Governor Hochul Announces WithCoverage to Expand in New York City, Creating 205 New Jobs

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 12 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces WithCoverage to Expand in New York City, Creating 205 New Jobs * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that WithCoverage, an AI-powered insurance technology company, will significantly expand its New York City operations, creating 205 new full-time jobs while investing $25 million in research and development activities across New York over the next five years. The co more

Greenberg Traurig Advises Energia 2000 on $500M Project Development and Financing for Dominican Republic Power Project

MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Advises Energia 2000 on $500M Project Development and Financing for Dominican Republic Power Project * NEW YORK - Aug. 11, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP advised Energia 2000, S.A. in connection with a $500 million senior syndicated loan and associated project agreements to support the development, construction, commissioning, and operat more

House Judiciary Ranking Member Raskin Seeks Transcribed Interview With Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison Following CEO's Pledge to Break Silence

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Rep. Jamie Raskin, D-Maryland, ranking member of the House Judiciary Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Raskin Seeks Transcribed Interview with Paramount Skydance CEO David Ellison Following CEO's Pledge to Break Silence After Ignoring Four Judiciary Committee Oversight Letters, Ellison Called to Answer Questions on Trump Collusion, CBS News Interference and Planned CNN Takeover - Today, Rep. Jamie Raskin, Ranking Member of the House J more

Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Fox News: Socialism Moves Into the Mainstream - Warning Signs Are All Here

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on Aug. 11, 2026, by fellow Jeremy Hunt to Fox News: * * * Socialism Moves into the Mainstream -- The Warning Signs Are All Here One of the greatest lies propagated in the media is that the Democratic Socialists are just a far-left wing of the Democratic Party - For the 333 million Americans who don't live in New York Cit more

Hughes Hubbard & Reed: Dan Weiner Discusses Museum Gift Negotiations With Observer

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Dan Weiner Discusses Museum Gift Negotiations with Observer Explores key issues collectors and museums negotiate when arranging artwork donations. Highlights * Weiner identifies recognition, public display, deaccessioning restrictions and future changes to a museum's mission as key points in art donation agreements. * He discusses why some donors seek publicity while others prefer anonymity. * He ex more

Human Rights Watch: Turkiye Seeks to Transfer U.S. Cluster Munitions to Ukraine

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Turkiye Seeks to Transfer US Cluster Munitions to Ukraine (Washington, DC) - Turkiye has requested permission from the United States to "retransfer" to Ukraine tens of thousands of cluster munition rockets, missiles, and artillery projectiles that have been in Turkiye's stockpiles for decades, Human Rights Watch said today. These weapons, which contain over 10 million explosive submunitions, w more

Hunter Career Program Wins Regional Award for Internship Success

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, posted the following news: * * * Hunter Career Program Wins Regional Award for Internship Success * A Hunter College program designed to help students gain the skills, confidence, and experience needed to secure internships has received regional recognition for its impact. The Hunter College Career Center's Bridge to Internship Success program was awarded the 2026 Alva C. Cooper Award for Career R more

ID Exposes the Story Behind One of Television's Most Controversial Reality TV Projects in O.J. UNSEEN: EXPLOITATION OF EVIL

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizMedia] -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, posted the following news release: * * * ID Exposes the Story Behind One of Television's Most Controversial Reality TV Projects in O.J. UNSEEN: EXPLOITATION OF EVIL * Watch the Trailer Here (New York, NY) - This September, the leading true crime network Investigation Discovery unlocks never-before-seen footage from the making of Juiced - the ill-fated hidden-camera prank show featuring O.J. more

Identifying Minors Online Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R47884) on July 28, 2026, entitled "Identifying Minors Online:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Policy Considerations for Legislation Multiple bills introduced in the 119th Congress seek to increase protections for minors online by creating new or amending existing requirements for website operators. Some of these bills would require certain operators to implement age verification methods more

Institute for Clinical & Economic Review Urges FDA to Recognize Its Methodological Standards and Enhance Clarity in Draft Guidance on Manufacturer Communications With Payors

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 14 Beacon Street Suite 800 Boston, MA 02108 617-528-4013 www.icer.org July 20, 2026 Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305) Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, MD 20852 Re: Docket No. FDA 2016-D-1307 - Draft Guidance for Industry: Drug and Device Manufacturer Communications With Payors, Formulary more

Institute of International Bankers Calls for Tailored OCC Reporting Framework for Foreign Payment Stablecoin Issuers

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- The Institute of International Bankers issued the following news release: * * * IIB Calls for Tailored OCC Reporting Framework for Foreign Payment Stablecoin Issuers The Institute of International Bankers (IIB) today submitted a comment letter to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) urging the agency to adopt a tailored and flexible approach to reporting requirements for foreign payment stablecoin issuers (FPSIs) under the GENIUS Act. While supporting the more

Institute of International Bankers: Financial Services Trade Associations Recommend Targeted Recalibration of Internal TLAC Requirements

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- The Institute of International Bankers issued the following news release: * * * Financial Services Trade Associations Recommend Targeted Recalibration of Internal TLAC Requirements The Institute of International Bankers (IIB), together with other leading financial trade associations, submitted a joint comment letter to the Federal Reserve recommending targeted recalibration of internal total loss-absorbing capacity (TLAC) requirements for U.S. intermediate holding compani more

Intellectual Property Partners Brad Chin, Jeremy T. Elman and Thomas J. Kowalski Featured in IAM Strategy 300 Guide

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Duane Morris, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Intellectual Property Partners Brad Chin, Jeremy T. Elman and Thomas J. Kowalski Featured in IAM Strategy 300 Guide * Duane Morris partners Brad Chin, Jeremy T. Elman and Thomas J. Kowalski have been selected for inclusion in the IAM Strategy 300, a guide that highlights innovative pioneers in the intellectual property sector and focuses exclusively on patent pra more

Iran's New Weapon: Group Prosecutions of Protesters Send Dozens Toward the Gallows

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release: * * * Iran's New Weapon: Group Prosecutions of Protesters Send Dozens Toward the Gallows * Protesters are being tried collectively, in fast-tracked prosecutions that deny defendants individual trials and due process and end in death sentences and executions August 12, 2026 -In an extraordinary escalation of post-protest repression, Iranian authorities have sentenced dozens o more

Isha Chauhan, D.V.M./Ph.D. student receives 2026 Boehringer Ingelheim Research Award

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine posted the following news: * * * Isha Chauhan, D.V.M./Ph.D. student receives 2026 Boehringer Ingelheim Research Award * Advancing the future of animal health requires more than scientific excellence - it also requires connection. At the 2026 Veterinary Scholars Symposium, held August 6-8 in Raleigh, North Carolina, connections came to life as more than 500 veterinary students joined researchers and other industry more

Joseph Creech Joins Greenberg Traurig to Lead D.C. Metro Real Estate Practice

MIAMI, Florida, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Joseph Creech Joins Greenberg Traurig to Lead D.C. Metro Real Estate Practice * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Aug. 12, 2026 - Greenberg Traurig, LLP has added prominent real estate attorney Joseph W. Creech as a shareholder and chair of its D.C. Metropolitan Real Estate Practice, encompassing the firm's Washington, D.C., and Northern Virginia offices. Creech, who previously chaire more

Kristen Burson Awarded $300,000 NSF Grant to Advance Noble Gas Research

GRINNELL, Iowa, Aug. 12 -- Grinnell College posted the following news: * * * Kristen Burson Awarded $300,000 NSF Grant to Advance Noble Gas Research * Kristen Burson, associate professor of physics at Grinnell College, has been awarded a $300,000 grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to advance research into a new approach for separating noble gases, with potential applications in energy production, medicine, scientific research, and industry. The grant supports Burson's project, more

Lambda Legal Condemns ATF Proposed Rule on Biological Sex as Unscientific and Discriminatory Against Transgender and Intersex Individuals

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 4, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Mail Stop 6N-518 Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives 99 New York Ave. NE Washington, DC 20226 Submitted via www.regulations.gov RE: RIN 1140-AA64 Lambda Legal Defense & Education Fund, In more

LEI for Germany Increased Again in June

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release: * * * The LEI for Germany Increased Again in June Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below. The Conference Board Leading Economic Index(r) (L more

Lemons Named 2026 Distinguished Alumnus

MISENHEIMER, North Carolina, Aug. 12 -- Pfeiffer University posted the following news: * * * Lemons Named 2026 Distinguished Alumnus * Dr. Steve Lemons, the recipient of Pfeiffer University's 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award, has been keeping in touch with fellow members from Pfeiffer's Class of 1968 over quarterly Zoom calls since the COVID-19 pandemic. "I don't think I've missed a single Zoom call since that time," Lemons said recently. "I've realized not only what great things Pfeiffer ha more

Lenox Hill Hospital Performs First-in-region Cardiac Surgery Using Next-generation Robotic Technology

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Aug. 13 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Lenox Hill Hospital performs first-in-region cardiac surgery using next-generation robotic technology The advanced robotic system enhances visualization and surgical control, enabling minimally invasive options that reduce pain, shorten hospital stays and accelerate patient recovery - Northwell's Lenox Hill Hospital has become the first hospital in New York and New Jersey to perform cardiac surgery more

Littler Issues Commentary: NLRB Majority Holds Bargaining Proposal Alone Does Not Constitute an Unlawful Threat

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 13 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Aug. 12, 2026, by shareholder Jason R. Stanevich and associates Rosalie DiFlora and Giro Maccheroni: * * * NLRB Majority Holds Bargaining Proposal Alone Does Not Constitute an Unlawful Threat Employers and unions frequently exchange aggressive, controversial, and sometimes unpopular proposals during collective bargaining. In a recent decision, Inland Waters Pollution Control, Inc., a divided National more

Littler Issues Commentary: Pennsylvania Mandates Human Trafficking Awareness Training for Certain Hospitality Workers

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Aug. 12 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following commentary on Aug. 11, 2026, by shareholder Andrea M. Kirshenbaum and associate Allison Gotthold: * * * Pennsylvania Mandates Human Trafficking Awareness Training for Certain Hospitality Workers Pennsylvania recently joined a growing number of states requiring anti-human-trafficking training by hospitality employers. On July 20, 2026, Governor Josh Shapiro signed House Bill 1286, expanding Pennsylvania's anti-hu more

Lynne Parker Davis '78 to be Honored with the College's Highest Honor at 2026 Founders' Day Gala

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 12 -- Le Moyne College issued the following news release: * * * Lynne Parker Davis '78 to be Honored with the College's Highest Honor at 2026 Founders' Day Gala * Real estate technology entrepreneur, author and philanthropist Lynne Parker Davis '78, will be honored at Le Moyne's annual Founders' Day Gala on Friday, Oct. 16 at Marriott Syracuse Downtown. At the event, Davis will be presented with the Simon Le Moyne S.J. Medal, the College's highest honor, which is giv more

Matt Strauss on Building Peacock Differently--and What Comes Next for Streaming

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizMedia] -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, posted the following news: * * * Matt Strauss on Building Peacock Differently--and What Comes Next for Streaming * Matt Strauss, Chairman, NBCUniversal Media Group, shares his thoughts on Peacock's record-breaking performance and continued growth. August 11, 2026 It's been a summer of huge momentum for NBCUniversal. Love Island USA season 8 ranked as the #1 streaming title in the U.S. this summer and Peacock' more

Mayer Brown Achieves Top Rankings in Managing IP's 2026 IP Stars

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Mayer Brown achieves top rankings in Managing IP's 2026 IP Stars Mayer Brown has again been recognized by Managing Intellectual Property in its 2026 IP Stars rankings, receiving honors for both individual lawyers and practice areas across the United States and key international markets. Lawyers recognized: * Copyright Star: John Mancini * Patent Stars: Jamie Beaber, Christoph Cr more

Met Names Liu Wei as The Genesis Facade Commission Artist for 2026

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- The Metropolitan Museum of Art issued the following news release: * * * The Met Names Liu Wei as The Genesis Facade Commission Artist for 2026 Four site-specific sculptures by the Beijing-based artist will be revealed in September 2026. - This fall, The Metropolitan Museum of Art will unveil a new suite of sculptures by Liu Wei (born 1972, Beijing, China) in the niches of its Fifth Avenue facade, marking the artist's first major project in the United States and The Met' more

Mich. Democratic Party: What They're Saying - Mike Rogers Is "Manipulative" And Focused On "Getting Power" As He Prioritizes Trump Over Michigan

LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 13 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2026: * * * WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: Mike Rogers Is "Manipulative" And Focused On "Getting Power" As He Prioritizes Trump Over Michigan Trump sycophant Mike Rogers was slammed on CNN and MS NOW this week after new reporting exposed how Rogers has prioritized "loyalty to Trump" over Michigan, including by pushing Trump's false claims of stolen elections and pledging to rubber stamp all of Trum more

Morgan Lewis Lawyers Named as 2026 BTI Client Service All-Stars

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Morgan Lewis Lawyers Named as 2026 BTI Client Service All-Stars NEW YORK: BTI Consulting Group has recognized five Morgan Lewis lawyers on its 2026 BTI Client Service All-Stars list, which honors client service leaders identified by corporate counsel across the United States. The annual list highlights 300 US lawyers who stand out for exceptional legal acumen, sop more

Morgan Lewis Represents Replimune Group On $150 Million Follow-On Offering

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Morgan Lewis Represents Replimune Group On $150 Million Follow-on Offering NEW YORK AND LONDON: Morgan Lewis advised biotechnology company Replimune Group Inc. on its registered follow-on offering of 9.7 million shares of common stock and prefunded warrants to purchase 2.7 million shares of common stock. The aggregate gross proceeds to the company were approximate more

Mount Sinai Advances as Milestone 2 Awardee in XPRIZE Healthspan, a $101 Million Global Competition Focused on Extending Healthy Aging

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai Advances as Milestone 2 Awardee in XPRIZE Healthspan, a $101 Million Global Competition Focused on Extending Healthy Aging * Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai are among the Milestone 2 Awardee teams in XPRIZE Healthspan, a $101 million global competition that challenges researchers to develop new approaches that help people live healthier, longe more

Mount Sinai Neurosurgeon Elected Chair of North America's Preeminent Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery Association

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai Neurosurgeon Elected Chair of North America's Preeminent Cerebrovascular Neurosurgery Association * Christopher P. Kellner, MD, Director of the Cerebrovascular Center in the Department of Neurosurgery at Mount Sinai, has been elected Chair of the joint American Association of Neurological Surgeons/Congress of Neurological Surgeons (AANS/CNS) Cerebrovascular Section. His more

Mountain West Center for Regional Studies Announces 2026 Evans Biography Award Winners

LOGAN, Utah, Aug. 11 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * Mountain West Center for Regional Studies Announces 2026 Evans Biography Award Winners * LOGAN - The Mountain West Center for Regional Studies at Utah State University awarded the Evans Awards to authors whose selected works focused on the importance of documenting individual lives and their impact - the first examining the complex biography of Joseph Smith and the other telling the story of an important poet, May more

MPA professor preaches value of public service

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Aug. 12 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news: * * * MPA professor preaches value of public service * #Q&A with Joseph Adler Joseph Adler found his calling in public service as a college freshman in the Bronx. He held an internship-one he held for four years-that put him on the frontlines helping New York City's poverty crisis. With lessons on politics, human resources, and the impact one individual can have, Joe's future as a public servant was set. more

Muscarelle exhibition marks 25 years since 9/11 through its architecture

WILLIAMSBURG, Virginia, Aug. 12 -- William and Mary issued the following news: * * * Muscarelle exhibition marks 25 years since 9/11 through its architecture * Twenty-five years after the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks altered the course of American history, the Muscarelle Museum of Art is inviting visitors to reflect on the enduring power of remembrance and rebuilding through a new exhibition that explores the tragedy and its aftermath through the lens of architecture. "Forever Marked By more

N.Y. Labor Dept. Holds Inaugural Signing Ceremony for New Police Officer Registered Apprenticeship Program at Clinton Community College

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- The New York State Department of Labor issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2026: * * * THE NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF LABOR HOLDS INAUGURAL SIGNING CEREMONY FOR NEW POLICE OFFICER REGISTERED APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM AT CLINTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE Five New Recruits Enrolled as Part of the New Program's First Cohort - The New York State Department of Labor (NYSDOL), in partnership with Clinton Community College, the SUNY Plattsburgh University Police Depar more

New 50% U.S. tariff on CUSMA-compliant goods to hit Canadian small exporters hard: 40% affected by tariff, one-third expect revenues to drop by half or more

TORONTO, Ontario, Aug. 12 [Category: Business] -- The Canadian Federation of Independent Business issued the following news: * * * New 50% U.S. tariff on CUSMA-compliant goods to hit Canadian small exporters hard: 40% affected by tariff, one-third expect revenues to drop by half or more * Toronto, August 12, 2026 - Two in five surveyed Canadian exporters to the U.S. report selling products affected by the proposed 50% U.S. tariffs on some CUSMA compliant goods. Among those affected, over thr more

New fellowships link research, communities, youth purpose

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * New fellowships link research, communities, youth purpose * The Purpose Science and Innovation Exchange (PSiX) has received a three-year, $3.5 million grant from the Bezos Family Foundation to launch two new fellowships - one for faculty and one for community members - aimed to help youth develop a sense of purpose. A sense of purpose, or a life aim, helps young people feel more positive and resilient, accordin more

New Hampshire Proposes Leaving Ozone Transport Region, EPA Seeks Comments

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency is proposing to grant a New Hampshire petition to leave the Ozone Transport Region, finding that emissions from the state do not significantly contribute to ozone attainment problems elsewhere in the region. New Hampshire submitted its petition under section 176A(a)(2) of the Clean Air Act on December 24, 2025. The petition argues that the state continues to attain the ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards and that t more

New program turns minor cheating violations into a learning opportunity

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * New program turns minor cheating violations into a learning opportunity * An initiative to handle minor, first-time academic integrity violations in classes is rolling out to the entire university in the fall semester after a successful two-and-a-half-year pilot. The Accepting Responsibility program gives faculty and students an alternative to a primary hearing - a complex, sometimes adversarial process for adj more

New research calls for LGBTQ+-affirming substance use care

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy posted the following news release: * * * New research calls for LGBTQ+-affirming substance use care * A study by researchers from the CUNY Institute for Implementation Science in Population Health (ISPH) and colleagues finds that sexual and gender minority people who use methamphetamine face significant barriers to substance use care, including stigma in healthcare settings and a shortage more

New York Medical College Faculty Mentor Future Dentists Through Immersive Summer Research Experience

VALHALLA, New York, Aug. 13 -- New York Medical College issued the following news: * * * NYMC Faculty Mentor Future Dentists Through Immersive Summer Research Experience TCDM Students Explored Cardiovascular Science, Neuroscience, and Metabolic Disease While Developing Skills that Bridge Research and Patient Care - Nine Touro College of Dental Medicine (TCDM) students in the Summer Research Program are preparing to present their findings to the College community this fall after spending fou more

New York Raises Concerns and Recommendations on NRC's Proposed Modernizing Materials Licensing Rule

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 10, 2026 U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Office of the Secretary ATTN: Rulemakings and Adjudications Staff Washington, DC 20555 Subject: "Modernizing Materials Licensing" [NRC-2025-1370] To all concerned: New York appreciates the opportunity to comment on the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission's (NRC more

Newmark Pacific Arranges $16.5 Million Sale of Link OC Retail Center in Anaheim, California

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- Newmark Group, a commercial real estate company that says they offer comprehensive suite of services and products, posted the following news release: * * * Newmark Pacific Arranges $16.5 Million Sale of Link OC Retail Center in Anaheim, California Northpond Acquisitions Makes First California Investment with Acquisition of Retail Asset - Newmark Pacific announces it has arranged the $16.5 million sale of Link OC, a 26,385-square-foot necessity-based retail center locate more

No Labels Issues Commentary: Dobby the Elf and America's Permitting Problem

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- No Labels, a political organization that advocates for centrism and bipartisanship, issued the following commentary on Aug. 10, 2026, by senior policy analyst Peyton Lofton: * * * Dobby the Elf and America's Permitting Problem America needs more energy, infrastructure, and housing. Our permitting system keeps finding strange reasons to stop them. - Harry Potter fans just gave us one of the strangest permitting stories you'll ever hear. The Greenlink Interconnector more

NSSF Supports ATF's Proposal to Define Willfully for Firearms Violations With Clarifications on Employer Response

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. August 5, 2026 ATF Rulemaking Comments Office of Regulatory Affairs Enforcement Programs and Services Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives 99 New York Avenue NE, Mail Stop 6.N-518 Washington, DC 20226 RE: Comment on RIN 1140-AA88; Docket No. ATF-2026-0265; ATF No. 2025R-47P; Defining "Willfully" more

Ogilvy Names Kappie Kopp Global Head of Communications and Welcomes Nicole Parkinson as Global Head of Marketing

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- Ogilvy, an advertising, marketing and public relations agency, issued the following news: [Category: BizAdvertising] * * * Ogilvy Names Kappie Kopp Global Head of Communications and Welcomes Nicole Parkinson as Global Head of Marketing * NEW YORK, NY - Aug. 12, 2026 -Ogilvy today announced two key leadership appointments to strengthen its global communications and marketing capabilities. Kappie Kopp has been promoted to Global Head of Communications for The Ogilvy Group more

Opposition to Local Data Centers Rises Sharply, Annenberg Survey Finds

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Aug. 13 (TNSxrep) -- The University of Pennsylvania Annenberg School for Communication issued the following news: * * * Opposition to Local Data Centers Rises Sharply, Annenberg Survey Finds A new survey by the Annenberg Public Policy Center discovered that three in five Americans (61%) now somewhat or strongly oppose the construction of new data centers in their area, up from 49% in the survey ending in March. - As protesters rally against data center constructi more

Pfizer Urges FDA to Clarify Requirements for Updating Health Care Economic Information

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Page 1 of 2 Pfizer Inc 66 Hudson Boulevard East New York, NY 10001 08/03/2026 By Electronic Submission Division of Dockets Management (HFA-305) Food and Drug Administration 5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061 Rockville, MD 20852 Drug and Device Manufacturer Communications With Payors, Formulary Committees, and Similar Enti more

PolitiFact announces nationwide partnership network to fact-check critical 2026 midterm elections

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 12 [Category: Media] -- The Poynter Institute posted the following news release: * * * PolitiFact announces nationwide partnership network to fact-check critical 2026 midterm elections * ST. PETERSBURG, Florida (August 12,2026) -PolitiFact, the Pulitzer Prize-winning fact-checking news organization, today announced its most extensive partnership network to date for the 2026 midterm election cycle. Building on a nearly two-decade legacy of public service, PolitiF more

Presidential Historian, Pulitzer Prize-winning Author to Speak at Fresno State

FRESNO, California, Aug. 13 -- California State University Fresno campus issued the following news release: * * * Presidential historian, Pulitzer Prize-winning author to speak at Fresno State Presidential historian and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Doris Kearns Goodwin will return to Fresno State for an event hosted by The Maddy Institute. The event, "Leadership for a More Perfect Union: Lessons from America at 250," will be from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Sept. 2, at the Resnick Student Union. Draw more

Professor Mae C. Quinn publishes article in Pittsburgh Law Review

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Aug. 12 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Professor Mae C. Quinn publishes article in Pittsburgh Law Review * UNIVERSITY PARK, PA-Professor Mae C. Quinn continues her work focusing on "childism," youth justice, and the rules of evidence. Her newest article on this front is entitled, "Childhood, Likelihood and Probative Value: A Further Call for Greater Probity and Less Childism in Evidence Law." Leah Morin '26 se more

Protein secreted by immune cells may help drive brain aging

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Protein secreted by immune cells may help drive brain aging * Brain-resident immune cells that have reached an old-age state called "senescence" secrete a protein that causes dysfunction in other brain cells, according to a study led by investigators at Weill Cornell Medicine. The discovery sheds light on how aging impairs memory and cognition and makes the brain vulnerable to neurodegenerative disorders. The r more

Purdue Brand Studio's Kelly Hiller, Katie Ellis recognized in Ragan's Top Women in Marketing Awards

WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Aug. 12 -- Purdue University issued the following news release: * * * Purdue Brand Studio's Kelly Hiller, Katie Ellis recognized in Ragan's Top Women in Marketing Awards * WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Kelly Hiller, Purdue University's chief marketing officer, and Katie Ellis, executive director of marketing strategy and growth, have received national recognition in Ragan's Top Women in Marketing Awards Class of 2026. The awards honor marketing leaders across industries for more

Raymond James Named PGA TOUR Championship Series Sponsor for Greensboro-Area Event

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 13 -- Raymond James Financial issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2026: * * * Raymond James named PGA TOUR Championship Series sponsor for Greensboro-area event Historic tournament set to be part of PGA TOUR Championship Series in 2028 after hosting full-field event at Sedgefield Country Club in 2027 - GREENSBORO, N.C., ST. PETERSBURG, Fla., and PONTE VEDRA BEACH, Fla. -- The PGA TOUR, Piedmont Triad Charitable Foundation and Raymond James today annou more

Remarks as Prepared: N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Makes an Announcement on Standing Up to Ice Overreach With Governor Hochul and Attorney General James

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following remarks: * * * Remarks as Prepared: Mayor Mamdani Makes an Announcement on Standing Up to Ice Overreach With Governor Hochul and Attorney General James Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani: Good afternoon. I want to thank Governor Hochul for her leadership in protecting New York's immigrant communities from mounting attacks that threaten their ability to live freely and safely. And I want to commend Attorney General James for more

Renowned scholar Pratim Biswas named to lead Vanderbilt Engineering initiatives at West Palm Beach campus

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 11 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Renowned scholar Pratim Biswas named to lead Vanderbilt Engineering initiatives at West Palm Beach campus * Pratim Biswas, a leading academic leader, member of the National Academy of Engineering, and a renowned aerosol scientist whose work has applications in energy and environmental nanotechnology, solar energy, air quality, medicine, and numerous other fields, has been named the i more

Rep. Torres, Governor Hochul Announce Nearly $10 Million in State Funding to Build Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Lincoln Hospital

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- Rep. Ritchie Torres, D-New York, issued the following news on Aug. 11, 2026: * * * Rep. Torres, Governor Hochul Announce Nearly $10 Million in State Funding to Build Cardiac Catheterization Lab at Lincoln Hospital Yesterday, Rep. Ritchie Torres (NY-15) joined Governor Kathy Hochul at Lincoln Hospital to announce nearly $10 million in State funding to construct and outfit a cardiac catheterization lab, closing the funding gap Rep. Torres identified and pressed the State more

Report From Justice Dept. Presidential Religious Liberty Commission: America's First Freedom

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- America's First Freedom - A report from U.S. Department of Justice Presidential Religious Liberty Commission - June 2026 (224 pages) * * * Contents Establishment of the Religious Liberty Commission ... 8 Commission Members ... 9 Advisory Board Members ... 10 Executive Summary ... 12 Introduction ... 24 The Creation of the Religious Liberty Commission ... 24 The Commission Hearings ... 26 Chapter 1: Religion as an Indispensable Support ... 28 Religion: more

Resy Welcomes Tock Restaurants, Wineries and Experiences to Its Platform and App, Expanding Access to More Than 25,000 Venues

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * Resy Welcomes Tock Restaurants, Wineries and Experiences to Its Platform and App, Expanding Access to More Than 25,000 Venues * Resy and Tock Come Together Starting today, diners can access over 25,000 venues on Resy with the addition of Tock's restaurants, wineries and experiences. The addition of Tock venues expands Resy's offerings to include many of the best in hospitality an more

Riders love e-buses but drivers prefer their cars, study finds

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 11 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Riders love e-buses but drivers prefer their cars, study finds * Every morning during a sabbatical in Rome, Italy, Ricardo Daziano watched what he described as a charmingly small electric shuttle bus glide past his apartment. It was at a time when the city was preparing to add hundreds of electric buses to its fleet, part of a broader push to modernize public transportation. "Seeing that small shuttle near my a more

Sarah J. Williams named interim dean of Penn State Dickinson Law

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Aug. 11 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Sarah J. Williams named interim dean of Penn State Dickinson Law * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Sarah J. Williams, professor of law at Penn State Dickinson Law, has been named interim dean of the law school, effective Aug. 11. Williams follows Laura H. Williams, senior associate dean for external affairs and chief of staff, who served as acting dean of the law school since former dean Danielle C more

Second Amendment at the Supreme Court: Challenges to Federal Gun Laws Topic of White Paper From CRS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11108) by legislative attorney Dave S. Sidhu: * * * The Second Amendment at the Supreme Court: Challenges to Federal Gun Laws Ratified in 1791, the Second Amendment provides, "A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free State, the right of the people to keep and bear Arms, shall not be infringed." For over two hundred years, the Supreme Court remai more

SHSU Professor of Library Science and Technology Visits Home of Gloria Steinem for Talking Circle

HUNTSVILLE, Texas, Aug. 12 -- Sam Houston State University posted the following news: * * * SHSU Professor of Library Science and Technology Visits Home of Gloria Steinem for Talking Circle * Rose Brock, a professor in the Department of Library Science and Technology at Sam Houston State University, was recently invited to the home of legendary journalist and activist, Gloria Steinem, to contribute to a Talking Circle discussion about libraries and the state of literacy in the United States. more

Sidley Adds Life Sciences Transactions Partner Jiqiang (JQ) Lin in New York

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Adds Life Sciences Transactions Partner Jiqiang (JQ) Lin in New York * New York - Sidley is pleased to announce that Jiqiang (JQ) Lin has joined Sidley's office in New York as a partner in the firm's Life Sciences Transactions practice. Dr. Lin joins from Cooley LLP. Dr. Lin represents public and private pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and other life sciences comp more

Sidley Advises Jefferies on the US$175 Million Upsized QIP of Belrise Industries Limited

CHICAGO, Illinois, Aug. 12 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Advises Jefferies on the US$175 Million Upsized QIP of Belrise Industries Limited * Sidley advised Jefferies, the placement agent, on the qualified institutions placement (QIP) of shares of Belrise Industries Limited. The offering launched for Rs1,200 crore (US$120 million) and was upsized by over 40% following strong investor demand, ultimately raising Rs1,700 c more

St. John Fisher University: Campus Enhancements Continue Through the Summer Months

ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 13 -- St. John Fisher University issued the following news: * * * Campus Enhancements Continue Through the Summer Months St. John Fisher University has continued its campus facilities investment with a $7 million slate of construction and renovation projects scheduled throughout over the past few months. New Communications Suite Coming to Basil Hall The expansion and renovation of approximately 3,200 square feet on the second floor of Basil Hall will provide a new, more

STAND UP AMERICA: SEN. SLOTKIN AND GOV. MOORE JOIN KICK OUT CORRUPTION TOUR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- Stand Up America, an organization was born in 2016 as a digital-first grassroots community working to resist what they say is Donald Trump's corruption, racism and his threats to democracy, issued the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026: * * * SEN. SLOTKIN AND GOV. MOORE JOIN KICK OUT CORRUPTION TOUR National tour continues as voters increasingly connect corruption in Washington to rising costs Senator Elissa Slotkin will join the tour on August 18 in St. Louis Go more

Stanford University School of Medicine: DNA Replication Trailblazer Teresa S.F. Wang Dies at 88

STANFORD, California, Aug. 12 -- Stanford University School of Medicine issued the following news: * * * DNA replication trailblazer Teresa S.F. Wang dies at 88 Wang, who cloned the catalytic subunit of human DNA polymerase alpha, studied DNA replication, cell cycle checkpoints and genomic instability. By Krista Conger Teresa Shu-Fong Wang, PhD, professor emeritus of pathology at Stanford Medicine, died June 7 at her home in Palo Alto, California. She was 88. Wang, who joined the Stanford more

State Dept. Issues Transcript of Secretary Rubio Interview on 'The Katie Miller Podcast' (Part 1 of 2)

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following transcript of Secretary Marco Rubio's interview on Aug. 11, 2026, with Katie Miller of "The Katie Miller Podcast": * * * QUESTION: Hi, everyone, and welcome to this week's episode of The Katie Miller Podcast. We're at the State Department today, joined by Secretary of State Marco Rubio and his beautiful wife Jeanette. SECRETARY RUBIO: It's good to be with you, finally. QUESTION: I know. So excited. So you briefly just said more

Statement From N.Y. State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on the Presidential Executive Order Related to Childhood Vaccination

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 12 -- The New York State Department of Health issued the following statement by Commissioner James McDonald: * * * Statement From State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald on the Presidential Executive Order Related to Childhood Vaccination New York State Health Commissioner Dr. James McDonald issued the following statement on the President's August 10 executive order related to childhood vaccination: "This Executive Order doesn't change New York State's immunizatio more

States Sue to Block Big Bank Power Grab

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 [Category: Financial Services] -- Americans for Financial Reform, which describes itself as a nonpartisan and nonprofit coalition of more than 200 civil rights, consumer, labor, business, investor, faith-based and civic and community groups, posted the following news release: * * * States Sue to Block Big Bank Power Grab * State Attorneys General say the Trump administration's banking regulators are blocking states from protecting consumers Washington - Today, Oregon A more

Strategies and Liquidity Options Evolve as Billion-Dollar Deals Rise in Australian Private M&A - HSF Kramer Report

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 (TNSrep) -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Strategies and liquidity options evolve as billion-dollar deals rise in Australian private M&A - HSF Kramer Report The return of the billion-dollar deal was the defining feature of the last year in private dealmaking, with a new report from Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (HSF Kramer) finding the number of transactions with an enterprise value above A$1 billion more than tripled from more

Students Earn Regional Student Production Awards at 2025 Central Great Lakes Student Production Competition

KENT, Ohio, Aug. 12 -- Kent State University posted the following news: * * * Students Earn Regional Student Production Awards at 2025 Central Great Lakes Student Production Competition * Students and recent graduates from Kent State University's School of Media and Journalism captured two regional Student Production Awards at the 2025 Central Great Lakes Student Production Awards, presented by the Central Great Lakes chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS). more

SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music Receives $2 Million Gift

POTSDAM, New York, Aug. 12 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus posted the following news: * * * SUNY Potsdam's Crane School of Music Receives $2 Million Gift * SUNY Potsdam representatives recently met with Marilyn Horner and some of her family members during a visit to her residence in Bonney Lake, Wash. Marilyn Horner (second from left) posed for a photo during the visit, flanked by SUNY Potsdam President Suzanne Smith (center) and her husband, Brett Lloyd (far left), along more

SUNY-Upstate Medical Campus Clark Burn Center Sees Sharp Increase in Structure-fire Admissions in 2026

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 13 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: * * * Upstate's Clark Burn Center sees sharp increase in structure-fire admissions in 2026 Written by Jean Albanese Admissions to Upstate University Hospital's Clark Burn Center for injuries from structure fires have dramatically increased through the first part of 2026. Through July, there have been 26 admissions to the burn center--87 percent of last year's total of more

Syracuse University: Women in Leadership Program Welcomes 59 New Leaders

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 13 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Women in Leadership Program Welcomes 59 New Leaders Cohorts 5 and 6 launch this September, continuing a legacy of building leadership in community. - Fifty-nine women from across Syracuse University have been selected to participate in the University's Women in Leadership (WiL) Diane Lyden Murphy Cohort Experience, an immersive learning experience uniquely designed to advance women leaders in higher educatio more

The CFTC Thinks It Is Above The Law

WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 [Category: Financial Services] -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, posted the following news release: * * * The CFTC Thinks It Is Above The Law * WASHINGTON, D.C.-Benjamin Schiffrin, Director of Securities Policy for Better Markets, issued the following statement in connection with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) directing Kalshi to continue to op more

The Detour with David Chang Premieres Sunday, September 20 at 9pm ET/PT

ATLANTA, Georgia, Aug. 12 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * The Detour with David Chang Premieres Sunday, September 20 at 9pm ET/PT * August 12th, 2026 Official Trailer: https://youtu.be/vG6XvOxS3YE NEW YORK, NY - (August 12, 2026) - CNN Original Series The Detour with David Chang will premiere on Sunday, September 20 at 9pm ET/PT on CNN. Produced by Majordomo Media and Tremolo Productions, the six-episode series follows the acclaimed chef, restaurateur and auth more

Tusculum University, Greeneville Flyboys to hold ceremony and stair climb to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11

GREENVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 11 -- Tusculum University posted the following news: * * * Tusculum University, Greeneville Flyboys to hold ceremony and stair climb to commemorate the 25th anniversary of 9/11 * GREENEVILLE - Tusculum University and its Athletic Department are teaming with the Greeneville Flyboys to remember the 3,000 lives lost and the heroism of firefighters and other public safety personnel as the United States observes the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks. Tus more

Two TCOM graduates honored with TOMA Distinguished Service Award

FORT WORTH, Texas, Aug. 11 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * Two TCOM graduates honored with TOMA Distinguished Service Award * A pair of graduates from UNT Health Fort Worth's Texas College of Osteopathic Medicine were honored by the Texas Osteopathic Medical Association with the Distinguished Service Award at their annual convention. Albert Yurvati, DO, PhD, DSc(hc), DFACOS, FICS, FAHA, CPPS, and Monte Mitchell, DO, JD, MS, MTS received the more

U.N. Secretary-General Guterres Issues Statement on International Youth Day

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued the following statement on International Youth Day: * * * On International Youth Day, we celebrate the creativity, dynamism and leadership of young people everywhere. This year's theme - "Different Contexts, Common Aspirations" - reflects a simple truth: that despite their many differences, young people across the globe share similar hopes for dignity, participation and opportunity. It also acknowledges that the more

UB Theatre and Dance Announces Fall 2026 Season

BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 12 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB Theatre and Dance Announces Fall 2026 Season * By CAS STAFF Join the University at Buffalo Department of Theatre and Dance for a season of dance, musicals and drama. Nationally recognized directors, choreographers and faculty work with emerging student talent to produce innovative original productions that entertain audiences and explore the human condition. The more

UNICEF Deputy Executive Director Sulieman Issues Remarks at U.N. Security Council Meeting on Escalating Violence in the West Bank

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) issued the following remarks on Aug. 11, 2026, by Deputy Executive Director Hannan Sulieman at U.N. Security Council meeting on escalating violence in the West Bank: * * * "Madam President ... Excellencies ... thank you to Denmark for convening this important briefing. "We meet as the situation facing children across the occupied West Bank, including East Jerusalem, continues to deteriorate. "A grandmother t more

University of Dayton adds seven trustees to 2026-27 board

DAYTON, Ohio, Aug. 11 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news: * * * University of Dayton adds seven trustees to 2026-27 board * The University of Dayton has added seven accomplished leaders to its board of trustees, bringing expertise in business, Catholic and Marianist education, law, government affairs, student leadership, alumni engagement, military service and organizational leadership. The new trustees are Timothy "Tim" Brabender '81, Brother Edward "Ed" Brink, S.M., Bro more

University of Delaware Study Finds AI Chatbot Helps People With Disabilities, Caregivers Navigate Service Information

DOVER, Delaware, Aug. 13 -- The University of Delaware issued the following research news: * * * Cutting through complexity UD study finds AI chatbot helps people with disabilities, caregivers navigate service information Article by Amy Cherry When Morgan Ellithorpe's family moved from upstate New York to Delaware, they struggled to navigate state services for her brother, who has cerebral palsy. "It was a huge administrative burden, and my mom isn't very tech-savvy. It was a months-long, more

USCIS Plays Key Role in Takedown of Decade-Long Marriage Fraud Ring

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2026: * * * USCIS Plays Key Role in Takedown of Decade-Long Marriage Fraud Ring 11 accused of multimillion-dollar sham marriage scheme - NEW YORK - U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services played a key role in the indictment unsealed today charging 11 individuals with conspiring, over the course of more than a decade, to orchestrate more th more

Utica University Welcomes Jennifer Waters as Convocation Speaker

UTICA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Utica University posted the following news: * * * Utica University Welcomes Jennifer Waters as Convocation Speaker * The Convocation ceremony, will take place on Friday, August 21 at 10:30 a.m. in the Harold T. Clark Jr. Athletic Center. Jennifer Waters '09, G'17, vice president for business development at New York State's Governor's Office of Semiconductor Expansion, Management, and Integration (GO-SEMI), will deliver the Convocation address to Utica University' more

Verizon announces a $25,000 reward program to protect California communities from network vandalism

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Verizon announces a $25,000 reward program to protect California communities from network vandalism * LOS ANGELES-Verizon today announced a $25,000 reward program for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individuals involved in vandalism that have cut off thousands of Verizon customers from critical wireless and wireline co more

Verizon Simplicity meets Google AI: Preorder the Pixel 11 series today

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Verizon Simplicity meets Google AI: Preorder the Pixel 11 series today * #At a glance * Get the new Pixel 11 Pro on Simplicity: All for $45 a month. No trade-in required. * Upgrade every year: Get the new Pixel 11 Pro (256GB) and upgrade to the latest Pixel model every year with Simplicity Pro for $80/month. * Availability: Preorde more

VHB Adds Transit & Rail Directors in Pennsylvania and New York

WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, Aug. 12 [Category: BizEngineering] -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, posted the following news: * * * VHB Adds Transit & Rail Directors in Pennsylvania and New York * As transit agencies across the Northeast advance major investments in rail modernization, state of good repair, resiliency, and passenger experience, VHB is strengthening its Transit & Rail practice more

Warburg Pincus and Kio Expand Partnership to Accelerate Investment in Australia's Living Sector

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- Warburg Pincus, a private equity firm, issued the following news release on Aug. 11, 2026: * * * Warburg Pincus and Kio Expand Partnership to Accelerate Investment in Australia's Living Sector * Expansion of the partnership to accelerate the creation of an Australia living sector platform. * Includes an increased capital commitment to support the acquisition of a build-to-rent portfolio, as well as an expanded mandate covering PBSA. Together, the partnership's total capi more

Washington Republicans Are Backing the Worst of the Worst

WASHINGTON, Aug. 12 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Washington Republicans Are Backing the Worst of the Worst * New reporting by Michelle Goldberg in the New York Times digs into how in spite of the horrific statements and conduct by GOP candidates in battleground districts, national Republicans have actively and enthusiastically supported their bad behavior. We can't repeat the things that TX-23 GOP nominee Brandon Herrera has sai more

White & Case advises Banco Multiva on its issuance of US$300 million in tier 1 capital notes

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * White & Case advises Banco Multiva on its issuance of US$300 million in tier 1 capital notes * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Banco Multiva, S.A., Institucion de Banca Multiple, Grupo Financiero Multiva (Multiva), on the issuance of US$300 million of perpetual five-year callable subordinated non-preferred non-cumulative tier 1 capital notes. The notes were offere more

White & Case advises PGIM on Mexican real estate fund targeting over half a billion dollars in capital commitments

NEW YORK, Aug. 11 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * White & Case advises PGIM on Mexican real estate fund targeting over half a billion dollars in capital commitments * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised PGIM Real Estate, the real estate investment and financing business of PGIM, the global asset management business of Prudential Financial, Inc., on the establishment of a private real estate fund (the "PruMex VI Fund"). more

Women's International League for Peace & Freedom: Young Feminist & Peace Activists on Why Militarism and Masculinity Are Two Sides of the Same Coin

GENEVA, Switzerland, Aug. 12 -- The Women's International League for Peace and Freedom issued the following statement by its international secretariat: * * * Young Feminist and Peace Activists on Why Militarism and Masculinity Are Two Sides of the Same Coin Military budgets don't just take money away from schools and healthcare -- they run on an idea of what strength looks like. This International Youth Day, four young activists bring WILPF's Move the Money campaign face to face with MenEngag more

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