Targeted News Service

2026 Library Design Showcase recognizes 15 library construction and restoration projects

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 1 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release: * * * 2026 Library Design Showcase recognizes 15 library construction and restoration projects * CHICAGO - American Libraries, the flagship magazine of the American Library Association, features 15 new and renovated libraries in its 2026 Library Design Showcase. The showcase appears in the publication's Fall 2026 issue, available online today. The annual showcase, now in more

70TH BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES PROGRAMME OF SCREEN TALKS

LONDON, England, Sept. 2 -- The British Film Institute issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * THE 70TH BFI LONDON FILM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCES PROGRAMME OF SCREEN TALKS * Featuring Andrew Scott, Ava DuVernay, Brad Bird, Cynthia Erivo, James Gray, Jesse Eisenberg, John Malkovich, Mahershala Ali, Naomi Ackie, and Sofia Coppola * For the first time, the Festival will also host a Screen Talk outside London, with Danny Boyle at HOME in Manchester Alongside in-person events, aud more

A new approach to treatment design emphasizes global health equity from the outset

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Rockefeller University posted the following news: * * * A new approach to treatment design emphasizes global health equity from the outset * At the height of the COVID pandemic, people living in high-income countries were already receiving their second vaccine doses, before more than 80 percent of those living in low-income countries had received their first. For Barry S. Coller, head of Rockefeller's Allen and Frances Adler Laboratory of Blood and Vascular Biology(), th more

A.G. Mayes Sues Amazon Over Secret Ad Surcharge Scheme Harming Small Businesses in Arizona

PHOENIX, Arizona, Sept. 2 -- Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Attorney General Mayes Sues Amazon Over Secret Ad Surcharge Scheme Harming Small Businesses in Arizona Attorney General Mayes announced Arizona has joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 21 states in suing Amazon alleging the company has for years artificially inflated the prices of ads on its e-commerce platform and misrepresented how the company sets ad prices. T more

AAN and AHS Issue Updated Guideline on Migraine Prevention Medications for Adults

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Sept. 1 (TNSjou) -- The American Academy of Neurology issued the following news release: * * * AAN and AHS issue updated guideline on migraine prevention medications for adults Highlights: * A guideline update by the American Academy of Neurology and American Headache Society has been published to help clinicians determine which medications may be most effective at preventing migraine in adults. * Migraine is a chronic disease. Migraine attacks are often associated w more

AG Nessel Congratulates Department Staff Receiving Recognition for Contributions to Michigan

LANSING, Michigan, Aug. 31 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release: * * * AG Nessel Congratulates Department Staff Receiving Recognition for Contributions to Michigan * LANSING - Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is congratulating outstanding Department of Attorney General staff recently recognized for their contributions to the State of Michigan. "I am incredibly proud of these dedicated and talented attorneys," said Attorney General Nessel. "They are more

AI Companion Chatbot Bills Advance in New York & California

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: Business] -- The Toy Association posted the following news: * * * AI Companion Chatbot Bills Advance in New York & California As previously reported in March and June, state legislation addressing AI companion chatbots in toys continues to move forward in New York and California, with several bills nearing final action. Key developments include: * New York - AB 11144: This bill would impose a five-year moratorium on the manufacture and sale of toys with AI compa more

Alston & Bird Bolsters Debt Finance Practice With Partner Hire in New York

ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 2 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Alston & Bird Bolsters Debt Finance Practice with Partner Hire in New York Alston & Bird has added Stanimir (Stan) Kostov as a partner in its Finance Group, strengthening the firm's debt finance capabilities in New York. Stan represents banks, direct lenders, alternative capital providers, corporate borrowers, and private equity sponsors across a wide range of complex debt financing transactions more

Ambassador Marcy Grossman Named Director of AJC Abu Dhabi: The Sidney Lerner Center for Arab-Jewish Understanding

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: Religion] -- The American Jewish Committee posted the following news release: * * * Ambassador Marcy Grossman Named Director of AJC Abu Dhabi: The Sidney Lerner Center for Arab-Jewish Understanding * Grossman Brings Decades of Diplomatic Experience, Expertise in Bridge-Building and International Engagement to AJC's Center for a New Middle East American Jewish Committee (AJC), the global advocacy organization for the Jewish people, today announced Ambassador Mar more

American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Multi-Agency Sting Takes Down Massive Fraud Scandal

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary: * * * Multi-Agency Sting Takes Down Massive Fraud Scandal U.S. Customs and Border Protection led a massive crackdown on truck fraud in Arizona, resulting in 95 illegal immigrants being arrested. Most of the illegals had fake California CDL licenses, and many were trafficking drugs, weapons, and even humans. As we travel our interstate system, the 18-wheeler next to you should be operated by someon more

American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Whistleblower Just Exposed AG Letitia James' Cover-up

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary: * * * Whistleblower Just Exposed AG Letitia James' Cover-up A whistleblower inside New York Attorney General Letitia James' office sent out a shocking email to more than 2,000 colleagues saying that he had been instructed "to find and pursue crimes committed by specific individuals and organizations affiliated with Donald Trump," even if lacking "a credible reason for targeting this organizations a more

Amtrak Board Establishes System Expansion Committee to Advance Passenger Rail Growth

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Amtrak (National Railroad Passenger Corp.) issued the following news: * * * Amtrak Board Establishes System Expansion Committee to Advance Passenger Rail Growth * Committee will help guide new routes, additional frequencies, and strategic investments across the Amtrak network WASHINGTON - Following recent announcements of expanded passenger rail service, including a second daily Pennsylvanian train between Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, Philadelphia and New York, Amtrak toda more

Announcement on The Met's Spring 2027 Costume Institute Exhibition

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- The Metropolitan Museum of Art issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Announcement on The Met's Spring 2027 Costume Institute Exhibition The Metropolitan Museum of Art and John Galliano together announced today that the exhibition John Galliano: Horizons, previously scheduled to open in May 2027, will not proceed as planned. Information on a new spring Costume Institute exhibition and the 2027 Met Gala will be announced at a later date. Statement from more

ANNOUNCING YERIN HA TO NARRATE THE AUDIOBOOK OF AMERICAN HAGWON BY MIN JIN LEE

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Hachette Book Group issued the following news release: * * * ANNOUNCING YERIN HA TO NARRATE THE AUDIOBOOK OF AMERICAN HAGWON BY MIN JIN LEE Yerin Ha, the celebrated actress best known for her roles as Sophie Baek in the Netflix series Bridgerton and Mia Chang in The Survivors, narrates Min Jin Lee's AMERICAN HAGWON, delivering a pitch-perfect performance of what Booklist calls an "immersive masterpiece." Hachette Audio will publish the audiobook of AMERICAN HAGWON, alongs more

Antonia Junelind Appointed Chief Financial Officer for Skanska's USA Civil Operations

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Antonia Junelind Appointed Chief Financial Officer for Skanska's USA Civil operations Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced the appointment of Antonia Junelind as Chief Financial Officer of its USA Civil operations, effective Jan. 1, 2027. Junelind will succeed Jari Mantyla as part of a longer-term leadership transition as Manty more

Ashurst Perkins Coie expands intellectual property division with Daniel Schnapp

SEATTLE, Washington, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Ashurst Perkins Coie, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Ashurst Perkins Coie expands intellectual property division with Daniel Schnapp * New York (September 1, 2026)-Today, Ashurst Perkins Coie announced Daniel (Dan) Schnapp joined the firm's Trademark, Copyright, Internet & Advertising (Global) practice within the Intellectual Property (IP) division in New York. Dan brings more than two decades of experience advising cli more

Attorney General Bonta Slams EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution

SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 31 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Slams EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta and the California Air Resources Board (CARB) led a multistate comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to loosen regulations that control the emissions of smog-forming nitrogen oxides (NOx) more

Attorney General Bonta Sues Amazon for Deceptive Digital Advertising Sales

SACRAMENTO, California, Aug. 31 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Sues Amazon for Deceptive Digital Advertising Sales * Lawsuit alleges Amazon illegally overcharges businesses that use its platform to advertise their products OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and a bipartisan coalition of 22 attorneys general in challenging deceptive conduct by Amazon.com, Inc. more

Attorney General Brenna Bird Announces Lawsuit Against Amazon for Overcharging by Tens of Billions for Advertising

DES MOINES, Iowa, Aug. 31 -- Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Brenna Bird Announces Lawsuit Against Amazon for Overcharging by Tens of Billions for Advertising * DES MOINES-Attorney General Brenna Bird announced today she has joined a bi-partisan lawsuit against Amazon for secretly and systematically overcharging small businesses for advertising on their platform since 2019. Based on internal documents describing its "hidden" "surcha more

Attorney General Clark Sues Amazon for Ad Surcharge Scheme

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Aug. 31 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Sues Amazon for Ad Surcharge Scheme * Attorney General Charity Clark and a bipartisan coalition of 21 other state attorneys general today joined the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in filing a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging that the company engaged in deceptive and unfair practices that inflated prices in its online search advertising auctions. The complai more

Attorney General James Sues Amazon for Fraudulently Overcharging Advertisers More Than $20 Billion

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 31 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Sues Amazon for Fraudulently Overcharging Advertisers More Than $20 Billion * August 31, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a bipartisan coalition of 21 other states and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in suing Amazon for secretly overcharging its advertising customers more than $20 billion by manipulating the system that i more

Attorney General James' Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Deaths of Mario, Maria, and Magdalena Garcia

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 31 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James' Office of Special Investigation Releases Report on Deaths of Mario, Maria, and Magdalena Garcia * August 31, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James' Office of Special Investigation (OSI) today released its report on the deaths of Port Authority Police Department (PAPD) Officer Mario Garcia and his sister and mother, Maria and Magdalena Garcia more

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Sues Amazon Over $20 Billion Ad-Rigging Scheme

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Aug. 31 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Sues Amazon Over $20 Billion Ad-Rigging Scheme * Leads to Higher Costs for Customers for Groceries and Other Essential Goods RALEIGH - Attorney General Jeff Jackson sued Amazon today, alleging that the company has run an illegal advertising pricing scheme that's overcharged more than 1.2 million advertising customers over $20 billion since 2 more

Attorney General Mike Hilgers Helps Secure Major Legal Victory against NY's Climate Change Superfund Act

LINCOLN, Nebraska, Aug. 31 -- Nebraska Attorney General Mike Hilgers issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Mike Hilgers Helps Secure Major Legal Victory against NY's Climate Change Superfund Act * Today, Attorney General Mike Hilgers announced the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York struck down New York's Climate Change Superfund Act, declaring the law unenforceable. The law aimed to impose $75 billion in fines to energy producers for prior lawful en more

Attorney General Phil Weiser joins FTC and other states in suing Amazon for illegally overcharging ad prices for over half a million small businesses

DENVER, Colorado, Aug. 31 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser joins FTC and other states in suing Amazon for illegally overcharging ad prices for over half a million small businesses * Aug. 31, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser has joined the Federal Trade Commission and a group of 22 state attorneys general in filing a lawsuit against Amazon, the world's largest e-commerce platform, for illegally overcharg more

Audry's Party Planning

LOUDONVILLE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Siena College posted the following news: * * * Audry's Party Planning * Banners have become a popular way to send a message, celebrate a special occasion, or brighten up a space. Audrey Donovan '28 is using her artistic skills to ride the trend. Donovan, a creative arts major/marketing minor, recently launched Audrey's Party Painting (@audreyspartypainting on Insta) at the urging of her sister Anna Donovan '24. Banners are all over social media; people like more

Author Nora Krug to give Opening Convocation address

DECORAH, Iowa, Aug. 31 -- Luther College posted the following news: * * * Author Nora Krug to give Opening Convocation address * Nora Krug. Photo by Nina Subin Nora Krug, author of "Belonging: A German Reckons with History and Home," will give the Luther College Opening Convocation address on Thursday, Sept. 3. Convocation begins at 9:40 a.m. in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall on campus. The event is free and open to the public. Krug is associate professor of illustration at the Pa more

Barnard College Launches Search for Herbert and Florence Irving Professorships in Computer Science and Biology and Biophysics

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Barnard College issued the following news: * * * Barnard Launches Search for Herbert and Florence Irving Professorships in Computer Science and Biology and Biophysics Newly-endowed faculty positions will advance interdisciplinary research focused on cancer and strengthen the sciences. - A generous $8.3 million gift from the Herbert and Florence Irving Foundation will establish two new professorships at Barnard, advancing the College's commitment to scientific discovery more

Baruch's Tech Talent Pipeline Residency Program Connects Students to Careers

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Baruch College posted the following news: * * * Baruch's Tech Talent Pipeline Residency Program Connects Students to Careers * At the 2026 Tech Talent Pipeline Residency Capstone Showcase, students majoring in computer information systems presented their creativity, technical ability, and problem-solving skills in cybersecurity and data analytics with faculty, peers, and industry professionals. Baruch College undergraduates Nathaniel Dalton (BBA '27), Jingwen Ruan (BBA more

Binghamton University Announces Record-breaking Fundraising Year

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 1 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Binghamton University announces record-breaking fundraising year Critical gifts helped University raise $101.6 million during 2026 fiscal year By Anthony Borrelli Binghamton University is celebrating the most successful fundraising year in its 80-year history, with a record-breaking $101.6 million raised during the 2026 fiscal year (FY26). In addition to marking the first time Binghamton has raised mor more

Binghamton University: Memory Decline Starts Earlier Than You Think, New Research Suggests

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 1 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Memory decline starts earlier than you think, new research suggests Binghamton researchers explore brain patterns through different ages to pinpoint where memories get mixed up By David Hermanovitch Memory loss is usually thought of as something to address as a person ages. Slip-ups like forgetting someone's name or recognizing a familiar face but not remembering where you know them from are often viewed more

Binghamton University: SOM Receives Transformational Gift to Create First Endowed Faculty Fellowship in Accounting

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 1 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * SOM receives transformational gift to create first endowed faculty fellowship in accounting Allan '62 and Diana Lyons investment will advance research and teaching By Shawn Ammann '24 Allan '62 and Diana Lyons have made a significant gift to establish the Allan '62 and Diana Lyons Endowed Faculty Fellow in the School of Management - the first endowed faculty fellowship for the accounting program. With a more

Book tells the untold story of how New Farmers of America transformed rural Black life

CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, Sept. 1 -- The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign campus issued the following news: * * * Book tells the untold story of how New Farmers of America transformed rural Black life * CHAMPAIGN, Ill. -For 30 years, beginning during the Great Depression, the New Farmers of America taught tens of thousands of rural Black boys about farming and helped them develop leadership skills and pursue careers in agriculture. Yet the organization has been largely overlooked and is ba more

Bronx Zoo's Boo at the Zoo Returns September 26 with Animal Chats, Play Interactives, and Signature Fall Fun

BRONX, New York, Sept. 1 [Category: Environment] -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: * * * Bronx Zoo's Boo at the Zoo Returns September 26 with Animal Chats, Play Interactives, and Signature Fall Fun * BRONX, N.Y. -September 1, 2026 -The Bronx Zoo's beloved Boo at the Zoo festival returns this fall, now with more chances to discover the wonders of wildlife through play, sensory exploration, and up-close access to animal experts in one of New York's most ch more

Brookhaven Lab to Lead $14M AI Project for Nation's Electric Grid

UPTON, New York, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Brookhaven National Laboratory issued the following news release: * * * Brookhaven Lab to Lead $14M AI Project for Nation's Electric Grid Funded through the Genesis Mission Phase II Request for Application, Brookhaven Lab will lead a three-year effort to develop a next-generation grid foundation model - The U.S. Department of Energy's (DOE) Brookhaven National Laboratory has been selected by DOE to lead a $14.2 million project throug more

BSN Student Sets, Achieves Marathon and Graduation Goals

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 31 -- The University of Tennessee Health Science Center posted the following news: * * * BSN Student Sets, Achieves Marathon and Graduation Goals * Lexi Duscher is a person who finishes what she starts, whether it's a marathon or nursing school. Ask anyone who has attempted to achieve either goal, and they'll tell you that both are challenging to complete. But Lexi, 24, graduated from the Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) program this August at the University of more

BUD LIGHT RELEASES NEW "CAN-O-FLAGE" FOR FANS TO REP THEIR TEAM CANS ANYWHERE THIS NFL SEASON

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 1 [Category: BizFood/Beverage] -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release: * * * BUD LIGHT RELEASES NEW "CAN-O-FLAGE" FOR FANS TO REP THEIR TEAM CANS ANYWHERE THIS NFL SEASON * #Alongside the return of its fan-favorite team cans, Bud Light's Can-O-Flage is a new way for fans to go great lengths and bring their fandom anywhere this NFL season Key Facts: * -Bud Light's team cans are back for the upcoming NFL season, as the Official Bee more

Burlison Announces Hearing on State and Local Natural Gas Bans

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Eric Burlison, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Burlison Announces Hearing on State and Local Natural Gas Bans * WASHINGTON-Subcommittee on Economic Growth, Energy Policy, and Regulatory Affairs Chairman Eric Burlison (R-Mo.) today announced a hearing titled "No Flame, More Pain: How State and Local Bans on Natural Gas Increase Costs." During the hearing, members will highlight the advantage the United States holds over the rest of the world du more

Cahill Names Kelly Graves First Chief AI Strategy and Innovation Officer and Elects Her to Partnership

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Cahill Gordon and Reindel, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Cahill Names Kelly Graves First Chief AI Strategy and Innovation Officer and Elects Her to Partnership * Cahill Gordon & Reindel LLP is pleased to announce that the firm has named Kelly Graves as its first Chief AI Strategy and Innovation Officer and promoted her to partner. A former federal prosecutor and practicing lawyer, Graves previously served as Cahill's Director of In more

CAIR Supports Indiana Restaurant Manager's Decision to Protect Muslim Employee From Alleged Anti-Muslim Comments

WASHINGTON, Aug. 29 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Supports Indiana Restaurant Manager's Decision to Protect Muslim Employee from Alleged Anti-Muslim Comments The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today expressed support for an Indiana restaurant manager who reportedly stood up for a young Muslim employee after a customer allegedly made anti-Muslim commen more

CAIR Welcomes Indictment of Suspect Allegedly Tied to White Supremacist Terror Attack on Islamic Center of San Diego

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * CAIR Welcomes Indictment of Suspect Allegedly Tied to White Supremacist Terror Attack on Islamic Center of San Diego The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the reported indictment of a Winston-Salem, N.C., teen allegedly connected to the May 2026 white supremacist terror attack o more

Camilla Cai, 1940-2026

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 -- The American Musicological Society issued the following news: [Category: Entertainment Industry] * * * Camilla Cai, 1940-2026 * Former AMS member Camilla Cai died peacefully on 3 June 2026, in Farmington, Maine, with her husband, Michael Field, at her side. A renowned musicologist with an expertise in piano and 19th century music, especially that of Germany and Scandinavia, Cai uplifted women composers and was deeply connected to her Norwegian heritage. She enjoyed fol more

Campaign for Accountability Issues Letter to N.Y. Supreme Court

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (TNSletter) -- Campaign for Accountability issued the following letter to Chrissoula Potaris, senior appellate court attorney at the Office of the Legal Profession of State of New York Supreme Court: * * * Here is the text of the letter: August 28, 2026 Chrissoula Potaris, Esq. Senior Appellate Court Attorney Office of the Legal Profession State of New York Supreme Court Appellate Division, Third Judicial Department P.O. Box 7288, Capitol Station Albany, NY 12224-02 more

Canadian Toy Association Names 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee & Lifetime Achievement Recipients

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: Business] -- The Toy Association posted the following news: * * * Canadian Toy Association Names 2026 Hall of Fame Inductee & Lifetime Achievement Recipients * August 31, 2026 | The Canadian Toy Association (CTA) will induct toy industry veteran Jeff Hurst into the CTA Hall of Fame and honor Bob Curran, Frank Gorrie, and John Murphy as the inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award recipients on at the CTA Annual Gala Event on November 19, 2026. Jeff Hurst's career ha more

Canisius University Accounting Students Gain Real-World Experience Through AUDIT Lab

BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 31 -- Canisius University issued the following news: * * * Canisius University Accounting Students Gain Real-World Experience Through AUDIT Lab * The AUDIT Lab is an Aletheia Research Institution lab hosted at Canisius where accounting students work with real data, faculty and industry professionals to tackle emerging issues such as artificial intelligence (AI) -gaining professional experience before they graduate. For Ashley Hedges BS '25 MS '26, one of the biggest more

Carl Hixson Named Hachette Book Group Chief Information Officer

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Hachette Book Group issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Carl Hixson Named Hachette Book Group Chief Information Officer Hachette Book Group (HBG) announced today that Carl Hixson has been named Chief Information Officer by Brendan Goss, Group Chief Information Officer, to whom Hixson will report effective September 14. In this new role, Hixson will lead the company's digital and technology operations sitting at the intersection of strategy, enterp more

CATF at Climate Week NYC: Advancing innovative climate solutions, grounded in what works

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 1 [Category: Environment] -- Clean Air Task Force, an organization that says it works to safeguard against the impacts of climate change by catalyzing the development and deployment of low-carbon energy and other climate-protecting technologies, issued the following news: * * * CATF at Climate Week NYC: Advancing innovative climate solutions, grounded in what works * Clean Air Task Force (CATF) will bring its global expertise to New York Climate Week, convening p more

Catholic League Issues Commentary Entitled 'Socialism's Allure and Folly'

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- 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. 31, 2026, by President Bill Donohue: * * * SOCIALISM'S ALLURE AND FOLLY Few intellectuals have had a greater effect on me than New York University political philosopher Sidney Hook. As a young man growing up in Brooklyn, he was drawn to socialism; when he more

Catholic League Issues Commentary: DOJ Report On FBI's Anti-Catholic Cell Group

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- 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 Sept. 1, 2026, by President Bill Donohue: * * * DOJ REPORT ON FBI'S ANTI-CATHOLIC CELL GROUP The Department of Justice's recent report discussing how the FBI under President Biden abused its authority by spying on Catholics has much to commend, though for some more

Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: Pennsylvania Coroner Investigating Death of Second Child With Positive Measles Test

FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 2 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Henrick Karoliszyn, investigative reporter for The Defender: * * * Pennsylvania Coroner Investigating Death of Second Child With Positive Measles Test The Lancaster County Coroner's Office today said it is investigating the death of a child who tested positive for measles more

Cisco to Participate in September Events with the Financial Community

SAN JOSE, California, Aug. 31 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cisco issued the following news release: * * * Cisco to Participate in September Events with the Financial Community * SAN JOSE, Calif., August 31, 2026 - Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) will participate in the following events with the financial community in September: Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference 2026, San Francisco Tuesday, September 8, 2026 Investor Meetings & Fireside Chat at 11:30am PDT (Webcast & regis more

CLARKE AND PRESSLEY, CO-CHAIRS OF THE HAITI CAUCUS, CONDEMN DEPORTATION AND DEHUMANIZATION OF HAITIAN NATIONALS

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Yvette Clarke, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CLARKE AND PRESSLEY, CO-CHAIRS OF THE HAITI CAUCUS, CONDEMN DEPORTATION AND DEHUMANIZATION OF HAITIAN NATIONALS * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Reps. Yvette D. Clarke (NY-09) and Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Co-Chairs of the House Haiti Caucus, issued the following statement: "Today, thousands of Haitians are in chains because Donald Trump decided their lives are a crime. They broke no laws, yet that did not st more

Class of 2029 Brings an Array of Backgrounds to Brooklyn Law School

BROOKLYN, New York, Aug. 31 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news: * * * Class of 2029 Brings an Array of Backgrounds to Brooklyn Law School * From left: Qing Yu Chen, Emma Sky and Amit P. Shah. While each new Brooklyn Law School student has a unique story, quite a few of the 441 incoming students who were welcomed at the 125th Convocation ceremony have especially unusual journeys, from a U.S. Navy communication specialist who represented the Blue Angels to an Emmy Award winner t more

Clemson hosts annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Friday, Sept. 11 in Littlejohn Coliseum

CLEMSON, South Carolina, Aug. 31 -- Clemson University posted the following news: * * * Clemson hosts annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Friday, Sept. 11 in Littlejohn Coliseum * Clemson University is hosting its annual 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb on Friday, Sept. 11 on the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks in New York City and Washington, D.C. The event brings together students, faculty, staff and the local community in a memorial tribute to those who lost their lives and to honor fi more

Clinic Students Take the Oath, Embark on New Roles as Student Advocates

BROOKLYN, New York, Sept. 1 -- Brooklyn Law School posted the following news: * * * Clinic Students Take the Oath, Embark on New Roles as Student Advocates * In the front row, (L to R), Associate Dean of Experiential Education Susan Hazeldean, Dean David Meyer, and Kings County Family Court Judge Laura Paley stand before a packed classroom of clinics students at an orientation session. A new tradition began at Brooklyn Law School on Aug. 28, when students enrolled in the school's in-house c more

College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Sept. 1 -- The College of Charleston issued the following news: * * * College of Charleston Welcomes New Faculty The College is excited to introduce its new faculty members! Alicia Lutz The College of Charleston is proud to welcome its newest faculty members. With a diversity of expertise in a variety of disciplines, they come excited and ready to teach, mentor and inspire students across campus. Over the fall 2026 semester, The College Today will introduce the more

College of Charleston Welcomes New Staff

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Sept. 1 -- The College of Charleston issued the following news: * * * College of Charleston Welcomes New Staff Please join the College of Charleston in extending an official welcome to this group of new staff members. Alicia Lutz Whether they're arriving in Charleston for the first time or returning to campus after years away, these new staff members are thrilled to be here - and the College of Charleston is thrilled to have them! Please welcome these new colle more

Columbia University Teachers College: Preparing Educators to Prevent Hate

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Columbia University Teachers College issued the following news: * * * Preparing Educators to Prevent Hate A proven framework from the Interfaith Lab at TC positions educators as key to a more inclusive, resilient society - Creating a research-driven following across the globe, the International Lab for Research and Leadership in Interfaith Collaboration and Coexistence has steadily worked with educators and community leaders to curb hate and extremism through research a more

Columbia: How New Banking Practices Helped American Jews and Finance Flourish

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Columbia University issued the following news: * * * How New Banking Practices Helped American Jews and Finance Flourish In Credit to the Nation, Rebecca Kobrin chronicles East European Jewish immigrants who came to New York and, by lending to fellow Jews, became a crucial part of the city's history. - What are immigrants to do when business opportunities abound in their new home, but banks refuse essential financial support? How can they make the journey in the first p more

CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE LEADS LEGISLATION TO STOP TRUMP FROM RENAMING LAKE ONTARIO

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN JOE MORELLE LEADS LEGISLATION TO STOP TRUMP FROM RENAMING LAKE ONTARIO * (Washington, D.C.)-Today, Congressman Joe Morelle introduced the Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act, legislation to stop President Donald Trump's attempt to rename Lake Ontario and protect the historic names of all five Great Lakes. The legislation, co-led by Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (D, MI-06) and Congressman T more

Congressman Langworthy Introduces American Quantum Competitiveness Act to Strengthen U.S. Leadership in Next Generation Technology

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Langworthy Introduces American Quantum Competitiveness Act to Strengthen U.S. Leadership in Next Generation Technology * #Legislation will strengthen domestic quantum supply chains and position Western New York and the Southern Tier to lead the next frontier of American innovation Washington, D.C.-August 31st... Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced the introduction of the Ame more

Congresswoman Tenney Votes to Keep Government Open as Congress Works to Complete Full-Year Appropriations

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Tenney Votes to Keep Government Open as Congress Works to Complete Full-Year Appropriations * Oswego, NY -Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today voted in favor of the Continuing Appropriations and Extensions Act, 2027, to keep the federal government open through December 11, 2026, while Congress continues its work to complete the Fiscal Year 2027 appropriations process. The Con more

Constitution Day & Citizenship Day Topic of CRS Fact Sheet

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following fact sheet (No. R48174) by senior knowledge management librarian Kelly M. Hoffman: * * * Constitution Day and Citizenship Day: Fact Sheet Contents Introduction ... 1 Background ... 1 Legislation ... 2 Related CRS Products ... 2 Selected Congressional Statements and Remarks ... 3 Selected Presidential Proclamations and Remarks ... 3 Government Resources ... 4 Contacts Author Information ... more

Consumer Reports Backs California Bill Banning the Sale of Sensitive Consumer Data

YONKERS, New York, Aug. 31 -- Consumer Reports posted the following news release: * * * Consumer Reports backs California bill banning the sale of sensitive consumer data Sacramento, California - The California Legislature recently approved Assembly Bill 1542, co-sponsored by Consumer Reports, which would amend the California Consumer Privacy Act to prohibit companies from selling sensitive personal data. The bill now goes to Governor Newsom for his signature. "Consumers' sensitive informati more

Cornell Doctoral Student Gunner Leverages AI and Remote Sensing to Advance Resilient Farming Systems

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 1 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following Q&A on Aug. 31, 2026, involving doctoral student Nick Gunner: * * * Nick Gunner: Bridging technology and agriculture * Nick Gunner's path to agricultural robotics research has been anything but conventional. With a background in communications, earth science, public relations, software development and geospatial technology, he built a career at the intersection of technology and more

Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences: Dairy Market Watch

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 1 -- The Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences posted the following news: * * * Dairy Market Watch * June 2026 * Cornell Cooperative Extension * PRO-DAIRY * Animal Science * Charles H. Dyson School of Applied Economics and Management PRO-DAIRY's provides monthly information and analysis of Northeast dairy market trends. The June 2026 provides an overview of dairy market trends affecting producers in the Northeast Federal Milk Mark more

Courier Issues Commentary: What Would a Democratic Congress Do About Student Debt?

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Courier, an independent advocacy news and media network, issued the following commentary on Sept. 1, 2026, by author of Once Upon a Hill Michael Jones: * * * What would a Democratic Congress do about student debt? The national debt crossed $40 trillion for the first time last month, setting off another round of warnings in Washington about how much the federal government owes and what it will take to bring its borrowing under control. But millions of Americans are confr more

Daniel Belsky Recognized as a 2026 Fierce 50 Honoree

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health posted the following news: * * * Daniel Belsky Recognized as a 2026 Fierce 50 Honoree * Daniel Belsky, PhD, associate professor of Epidemiology at Columbia University Mailman School of Public in the Robert N. Butler Columbia Aging Center, has been named a 2026 Fierce 50 honoree by the editors of Fierce Pharma, Fierce Biotech and Fierce Healthcare. The Fierce 50 recognizes 50 individuals and organizations driving advance more

Davids, Langworthy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Make It Easier for Tribal Communities to Access Federal Economic Development Programs

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Davids, Langworthy Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Make It Easier for Tribal Communities to Access Federal Economic Development Programs * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, U.S. Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Nick Langworthy (R-NY-23) introduced bipartisan legislation to make it easier for Tribal communities to access federal programs that can create jobs, grow businesses, strengthen local econom more

DCC Art Gallery Opens Fall 2026 Season with Student Exhibition

POUGHKEEPSIE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Dutchess Community College posted the following news: * * * DCC Art Gallery Opens Fall 2026 Season with Student Exhibition * POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y. -The Mildred I. Washington Art Gallery at Dutchess Community College has opened its fall season with the Fall 2026 Student Exhibition, featuring selected works created by DCC students. The exhibition features work completed in DCC visual arts courses during the 2025-26 academic year. Curated by DCC visual arts facu more

DCMA, Sikorsky Aircraft support ground zero relief mission

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- The Defense Contract Management Agency issued the following news: * * * DCMA, Sikorsky Aircraft support ground zero relief mission Editor's Note: The following article was first published in the November 2001 Defense Contract Management Agency EastSide Edition, a magazine that covered the agency's East District. DCMA has since reorganized, and the featured office, DCMA Sikorsky, is now called DCMA Vertical Lift Stratford, part of DCMA Vertical Lift under the agency's Syst more

Del. A.G. Jennings Sues to Stop Trump Administration From Cutting Family Planning Funding

DOVER, Delaware, Sept. 1 -- Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * AG Jennings sues to stop Trump Administration from cutting family planning funding Attorney General Kathy Jennings has announced that she, as part of a coalition of 23 other states, has sued to block new federal policy that threatens to strip federal family planning funding from states and providers unless they meet a variety of unlawful conditions. The lawsuit, file more

Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: On the 62nd Anniversary of SNAP, Gabe Evans, Jeff Crank, Jeff Hurd, and Lauren Boebert Are Taking Food Off the Plates of Coloradans

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * On the 62nd Anniversary of SNAP, Gabe Evans, Jeff Crank, Jeff Hurd, and Lauren Boebert Are Taking Food Off the Plates of Coloradans * Since passage of Republicans' Big, Ugly Bill last year, roughly 36,000 Coloradans have lost food assistance On this day 62 years ago, America's nutrition assistance program was signed into law, helping generations of Colorado families and children more

Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: On the 62nd Anniversary of SNAP, Juan Ciscomani and Eli Crane Are Taking Food Off the Plates of Arizonans

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * On the 62nd Anniversary of SNAP, Juan Ciscomani and Eli Crane Are Taking Food Off the Plates of Arizonans * Since passage of Ciscomani and Crane's Big, Ugly Bill last year, roughly 500,000 Arizonans have lost food assistance - the sharpest decline in the nation On this day 62 years ago, America's nutrition assistance program was signed into law, helping generations of Arizona fam more

Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee: On the 62nd Anniversary of SNAP, Ryan Mackenzie is Taking Food Off the Plates of Lehigh Valley Families

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * On the 62nd Anniversary of SNAP, Ryan Mackenzie is Taking Food Off the Plates of Lehigh Valley Families * Since passage of Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill last year, more than 210,000 Pennsylvanians have lost food assistance On this day 62 years ago, America's nutrition assistance program was signed into law - helping generations of Pennsylvania families and children afford f more

Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee: What They're Saying - Republicans "Growing Anxious" That They "Don't Have the Money Budgeted for Texas" and Beg for Bailouts From MAGA Inc.

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Democratic Senatorial Campaign Committee posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * WHAT THEY'RE SAYING: Republicans "Growing Anxious" that They "Don't Have the Money Budgeted for Texas" and Beg for Bailouts from MAGA Inc. Republicans are "frustrated" and "growing anxious" over the Texas Senate race as GOP Senators admit they've "got a race in Texas" and they "don't have the money budgeted" to bail out scandal-plagued Ken Paxton. With just over two m more

dentech 2026 Pitch Competition: Meet the Finalists

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Aug. 31 [Category: Dentistry] -- The ADA Forsyth Institute posted the following news: * * * dentech 2026 Pitch Competition: Meet the Finalists * ADA Forsyth dentech(tm) 2026 focuses on introducing emerging technologies, unified initiatives, and exciting developments in oral health. Its signature event, the Pitch Competition, invites entrepreneurs shaping the future of oral health to present technologies that can revolutionize dentistry and patient wellbeing. Dentec more

Doggett, Sewell Renew Demand for Answers as Trump Administration Moves to Strip Nonprofits of Tax-Exempt Status

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Lloyd Doggett, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Doggett, Sewell Renew Demand for Answers as Trump Administration Moves to Strip Nonprofits of Tax-Exempt Status * IRS confirmed in April that the Members' oversight letter had been assigned for response -four months later, not one of sixteen questions has been answered WASHINGTON, D.C. -Rep. Lloyd Doggett (D-TX) and Rep. Terri A. Sewell (D-AL), Ranking Member of the Ways and Means Subcommittee on O more

Dr. Christopher Riddle Awarded Prestigious Clark Endowed Professorship

UTICA, New York, Sept. 3 -- Utica University posted the following news: * * * Dr. Christopher Riddle Awarded Prestigious Clark Endowed Professorship * The award is presented every 5 years to a faculty member who has faithfully served the University for at least ten years, who holds the rank of full professor, and who has an outstanding record of teaching scholarship and professional service. Distinguished Professor of Philosophy Dr. Christopher Riddle has been awarded the prestigious Harold more

Dr. Sandeep Prasada publishes Conceptual Form: The Hidden Structure of ...

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 -- Hunter College, a constituent college of the City University of New York, posted the following news: * * * Dr. Sandeep Prasada publishes Conceptual Form: The Hidden Structure of... * Dr. Sandeep Prasada has just published Conceptual Form: The Hidden Structure of Commonsense Concepts with MIT Press. "This groundbreaking work is essential reading for anyone interested in concepts, language, or distinctively human forms of thought." Eric Margolis, Professor of Philosophy, more

Edouard Kopp named director of the Johnson Museum

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 1 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Edouard Kopp named director of the Johnson Museum * Edouard Kopp, chief curator of the Menil Drawing Institute in Houston, has been named the next director of the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art at Cornell. He will begin his role as the Richard J. Schwartz Director on Nov. 1. In his seven years at the Menil Drawing Institute, part of The Menil Collection, Kopp oversaw administration, exhibitions, educational more

Environmental Defense Fund: Report Finds Rhode Island's Electric Rates Overcharge Many Heat Pump Customers

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 (TNSrpt) -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following news release: * * * New report finds Rhode Island's electric rates overcharge many heat pump customers Organizations urge regulators to adopt a permanent heat pump rate that reflects the true cost of service and lowers energy bills - PROVIDENCE -- Rhode Island is encouraging more families to install energy-efficient heat pumps because they can lower energy bills, improve air quality and reduce climate pollutio more

Every Saint Has a Story: Gabby Dowdall G'27

LOUDONVILLE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Siena College posted the following news: * * * Every Saint Has a Story: Gabby Dowdall G'27 * Gabby Dowdall G'27 has an everyday study buddy. It's a blessing, but an exhausting one. Gabby never misses class, even on Fridays when ditching can be especially tempting. But on Friday, October 31 last year, Abby was a no-show for one of the final courses she needed to wrap up her bachelor's in English at SUNY New Paltz. As far as excuses go, labor induction is a p more

EY Selects CrowdStrike to Power the Trust Layer of EY.ai Value Blueprints

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 2 -- CrowdStrike Inc., a cybersecurity platform for protecting areas of enterprise risk - endpoints and cloud workloads, identity and data, issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * EY Selects CrowdStrike to Power the Trust Layer of EY.ai Value Blueprints Falcon becomes the security foundation for EY.ai Value Blueprints, enabling enterprise AI transformation AUSTIN, Texas NEW YORK, and Fal.Con 2026, Las Vegas - CrowdStrike (NASDAQ: CRWD) today announced that Erns more

Faegre Drinker Issues Insight: Second Circuit Adopts the Indirect Purchaser Rule for Civil RICO

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Sept. 2 -- Faegre Drinker Biddle and Reath, a law firm, issued the following insight on Aug. 31, 2026, by associate Nickolas I. Merrill and partners Jesse A. Witten and Alison M. Agnew: * * * Second Circuit Adopts the Indirect Purchaser Rule for Civil RICO At a Glance * Manufacturers facing civil RICO claims should raise the indirect purchaser rule at the pleading stage as a threshold defense. * While four circuits have now adopted the indirect purchaser rule in the more

Fall College Planning: Tips for Students, Families and Counselors

LOUDONVILLE, New York, Aug. 31 -- Siena College posted the following news: * * * Fall College Planning: Tips for Students, Families and Counselors * The start of a new school year can make what comes after high school feel a lot more real. For seniors, applications and deadlines are getting closer. Juniors may be starting to build a college list. Families are asking more questions about cost, fit, and what comes after graduation. Counselors are helping students keep all of it straight. Wher more

Fast Buses: N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on 116th Street Overhaul to Get 65,000 Riders Moving

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Fast Buses: Mayor Mamdani Breaks Ground on 116th Street Overhaul to get 65,000 Riders Moving What you should know * New bus lanes, protected bike lanes and pedestrian safety upgrades will transform a critical Manhattan crosstown corridor - Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Mike Flynn today announced that construction has be more

FCC Wireline Competition Bureau Issues Public Notice: Streamlined Resolution of Requests Related to Actions by the Universal Service Administrative

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Federal Communications Commission's Wireline Competition Bureau issued the following public notice (AU Docket No. 20-34; CC Docket No. 02-6; WC Docket Nos. 10-90, 19-126, 25-127, 25-187, 02-60): * * * Pursuant to our procedure for resolving requests for review, requests for waiver, and petitions for reconsideration of decisions related to actions taken by the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) that are consistent with precedent (collectively, Requests), more

Fed Governor Barr Issues Remarks at Second-Chance Lending Forum Entitled "Developing Evidence-Based Policy on Creditworthiness and Criminal History"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The Federal Reserve issued the following remarks on Sept. 1, 2026, by Governor Michael S. Barr at the Second-Chance Lending Forum entitled "Developing Evidence-Based Policy on Creditworthiness and Criminal History": * * * Unlocking Opportunities for Workers and Entrepreneurs with a Criminal Record Thank you to the organizers of this important event for the opportunity to be part of it./1 This conference sits at the intersection of several policy issues that are central, more

Federal Court Rules Oregon's EPR Law is Constitutional

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: Business] -- The Toy Association posted the following news: * * * Federal Court Rules Oregon's EPR Law is Constitutional On August 27, a federal judge upheld Oregon's Recycling Modernization Act (RMA), ruling that the state's extended producer responsibility (EPR) law does not violate the U.S. Constitution. The decision marks the first full-record federal ruling to test an EPR law against constitutional challenges and could have implications for similar programs i more

Federal Register: Federal Maritime Commission Accepts Amended Billing Complaint Against Mediterranean Shipping Company

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSFR) -- The Federal Maritime Commission issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Notice is given that an amended complaint has been filed with the Federal Maritime Commission (the "Commission") by Kamordeen A. Ganiu d/b/a Global Kings Logistics (the "Complainant") against Mediterranean Shipping Company (USA) Inc. and MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company S.A. (the "Respondents"). Complainant states that the Commission has subject-matter jurisdiction over t more

Federal Register: Labor Dept. Issues Information Collection Notice on Labor Surplus Area Classification

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of Labor Employment and Training Administration issued the following information collection: * * * The purpose of this notice is to announce the annual Labor Surplus Area (LSA) list for Fiscal Year (FY) 2027. The Department of Labor (DOL)'s regulations implementing Executive Orders 12073 and 10582 are set forth at 20 CFR part 654, subpart A. These regulations require the DOL's Employment and Training Administration (ETA) to classify jurisdi more

Federated Hermes Enters Strategic Alliance With Conduit Digital Holdings on Tokenized Money Market Fund in Asia Pacific

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 2 -- Federated Hermes, an asset manager, issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Federated Hermes enters strategic alliance with Conduit Digital Holdings on tokenized money market fund in Asia Pacific * Builds on over 50-years of money markets innovation * Further evidence of commitment to evolving Digital Assets Product and Strategy * Continues growth of APAC product offering following recent announcement of Hong Kong expansion plans - Fe more

Former FTC Official and Consumer Protection Leader Rebecca Unruh Joins WilmerHale

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- WilmerHale, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Former FTC Official and Consumer Protection Leader Rebecca Unruh Joins WilmerHale * WilmerHale is pleased to announce that former Federal Trade Commission official Rebecca M. Unruh has joined the firm as a partner as part of its industry-leading team that assists clients with a broad range of FTC and consumer-protection related issues. Unruh, based in Washington DC, joins from the FTC w more

Former reconnaissance and NASA space flight center Director Christopher J. Scolese will lead new Vanderbilt Institute for Innovations Beyond Earth

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Aug. 31 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news: * * * Former reconnaissance and NASA space flight center Director Christopher J. Scolese will lead new Vanderbilt Institute for Innovations Beyond Earth * Vanderbilt University has named the Honorable Christopher J. Scolese, former director of the U.S. National Reconnaissance Office and NASA's renowned Goddard Space Flight Center, to lead the new Vanderbilt Institute for Innovations Beyond more

From Utica to the Nation: SUNY Poly, WKTV Welcome NBC News' Ryan Nobles

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 1 -- The State University of New York Polytechnic Institute posted the following news: * * * From Utica to the Nation: SUNY Poly, WKTV Welcome NBC News' Ryan Nobles * SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) will welcome award-winning journalist and NBC News Chief Capitol Hill Correspondent Ryan Nobles back to the Utica area, where he began his journalism career at WKTV NewsChannel 2, for a special event on Saturday, October 3 at 6:30 p.m. in the Wildcat Field House. P more

FTC, States Sue Amazon Over Secret Ad Surcharge Scheme

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC, States Sue Amazon Over Secret Ad Surcharge Scheme * Today, 22 states joined the Federal Trade Commission in filing suit against Amazon, alleging that the company engaged in deceptive and unfair practices that secretly inflated prices in its online search advertising auctions. The complaint alleges that, for over seven years, Amazon has covertly and substantially increased the prices that more th more

Fujifilm Announces Availability of FUJINON UA94x8.7BESM 4K Broadcast Zoom Lens

VALHALLA, New York, Sept. 2 -- Fujifilm North America issued the following news: * * * Fujifilm Announces Availability of FUJINON UA94x8.7BESM 4K Broadcast Zoom Lens A versatile, mid-range, cost-conscious solution optimized for operability and performance; initial orders expected to begin shipping in October 2026 - FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Optical Devices Division, announces the availability of FUJINON UA94x8.7BESM ("UA94x8.7"), a versatile box zoom lens for 2/3-inch sensor broa more

Fujifilm Expands Consumer Photo Printing Capabilities With the Introduction of "Fujifilm for Google Photos Print Store"

VALHALLA, New York, Sept. 1 -- Fujifilm North America issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Fujifilm Expands Consumer Photo Printing Capabilities with the Introduction of "Fujifilm for Google Photos Print Store" Expanded partnership between Fujifilm and Google Offers New Look and Functional Enhancements to User Experience - FUJIFILM North America Corporation, Imaging Division, announced today the launch of 'Fujifilm for Google Photos Print Store,' a new, integrated print storefr more

Future Doctors, Philosophers, and Policymakers Explore the Biggest Ethical Questions at Yale

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Sept. 1 -- Yale University issued the following news: * * * Future Doctors, Philosophers, and Policymakers Explore the Biggest Ethical Questions at Yale Rick Harrison When Jadesola Crownson graduated with a degree in biochemistry and plans for medical school, she already knew how to think like a scientist. But she wanted to grapple with questions science alone could not answer. "I think bioethics is kind of that missing niche in my education," said Crownson, who ear more

Gap Introduces The GapBag Collection Designed by Reed Krakoff

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 1 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Gap, a retailer of clothing and accessories, posted the following news release: * * * Gap Introduces The GapBag Collection Designed by Reed Krakoff Gap's most iconic silhouettes, fabrics and design details inspire a debut handbag collection launching ahead of New York Fashion Week - This fall, Gap is reimagining the icons that have defined the brand for decades into a debut handbag collection. The GapBag Collection, desi more

Garbarino Brings Treasury Official, Long Island Business Leaders Together to Discuss Trump Accounts

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Garbarino Brings Treasury Official, Long Island Business Leaders Together to Discuss Trump Accounts * Bay Shore, NY -Last week, Congressman Andrew Garbarino brought together U.S. Department of the Treasury Assistant Secretary for Financial Institutions Luke Pettit, local small business owners, and chamber and business leaders for a roundtable discussion on Trump Accounts and how Long Island emp more

Garbarino Joins Long Island Families and First Responders for Annual Back-to-School Event

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Andrew Garbarino, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Garbarino Joins Long Island Families and First Responders for Annual Back-to-School Event * BAY SHORE, NY -Last week, Congressman Andrew R. Garbarino (R-NY-02) joined Long Island families, local law enforcement, first responders, and community organizations for the Fifth Annual Back-to-School Event in Bay Shore, helping local students get ready for the start of the new school year. More than 1 more

Gibson Dunn Further Bolsters Business Restructuring and Reorganization Practice in London With Partner Suzanne Thomson

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Gibson, Dunn and Crutcher, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Gibson Dunn Further Bolsters Business Restructuring and Reorganization Practice in London With Partner Suzanne Thomson * Gibson Dunn has deepened its market leading global Business Restructuring and Reorganization (BRR) practice with the addition of partner Suzanne Thomson in its London office. "Suzanne is a highly experienced cross-border restructuring lawyer more

Gillibrand Calls For Trump Admin To Fully Restore Counterterrorism Funding Withheld From New York, Echoing Governor Hochul And Mayor Mamdani

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Calls For Trump Admin To Fully Restore Counterterrorism Funding Withheld From New York, Echoing Governor Hochul And Mayor Mamdani * AHEAD OF 25th ANNIVERSARY OF 9/11, TRUMP ADMIN MUST FULLY RESTORE ANTI-TERRORISM FUNDING Today, less than two weeks before the 25th anniversary of the terrorist attacks in New York City on 9/11, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) released the fol more

Gillibrand, Colleagues Demand Department Of Education Release Funding For School-Based Mental Health Services

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand, Colleagues Demand Department Of Education Release Funding For School-Based Mental Health Services * U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) joined 12 of her Senate colleagues in urging the Department of Education to disburse the funds abruptly and unlawfully canceled for the School-Based Mental Health Services (SBMH) and Mental Health Service Professional Demonstration (MHSP) grant more

Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz Invite Public to Connecticut's Annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, Marking 25th Anniversary of Attacks

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Sept. 1 -- Gov. Ned Lamont, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Lamont and Lt. Governor Bysiewicz Invite Public to Connecticut's Annual 9/11 Memorial Ceremony, Marking 25th Anniversary of Attacks * Ceremony Will Be Held at 5:30 p.m. on September 9, 2026, at Sherwood Island State Park (HARTFORD, CT) - Governor Ned Lamont and Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz are inviting members of the public to attend the State of Connecticut's annual 9/11 Mem more

Groups, Including Environmental Defense Fund, Urge EPA Not to Weaken Air Pollution Protections for Heavy-duty Trucks, Buses

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- The Environmental Defense Fund posted the following news release: * * * Groups urge EPA not to weaken air pollution protections for heavy-duty trucks, buses Environmental and health groups are urging the Trump EPA not to weaken life-saving air pollution standards for heavy-duty vehicles like transit and school buses, delivery trucks, garbage trucks and long-haul semi-trucks. Environmental Defense Fund, NRDC (Natural Resources Defense Council), Sierra Club, Union of Conce more

Hansen to discuss Winston Churchill, C.S. Lewis during annual Spell Lecture

CLINTON, Mississippi, Aug. 31 -- Mississippi Christian University posted the following news: * * * Hansen to discuss Winston Churchill, C.S. Lewis during annual Spell Lecture * One of the most prolific American Christian journalists will share a message about faith during the Spell Lecture at Mississippi Christian University, scheduled for 5 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 10, in Provine Chapel on MC's Clinton campus. Collin Hansen, vice president for content and editor-in-chief of the Gospel Coali more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Advises Bodycote Plc on Its pound sterling1.84 Billion Takeover by Veritas Capital

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer advises Bodycote plc on its pound sterling1.84 billion takeover by Veritas Capital Leading global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has advised UK industrials group Bodycote plc on the pound sterling1.84 billion takeover by US private equity sponsor Veritas Capital. The takeover comes after a public competitive process between Veritas Capital and global pr more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Hosts 11th Annual International Negotiation Competition in New Delhi

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer hosts 11th annual International Negotiation Competition in New Delhi Leading global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, together with National Law University Delhi, hosted the 11th edition of the International Negotiation Competition (INC) in New Delhi from 21 to 23 August, an event that is widely recognised as one of India's leading intern more

Hofstra University: Finding New Path Through Sustainability

HEMPSTEAD, New York, Sept. 2 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Finding a New Path Through Sustainability Ginny Greenberg After 20 years in the health care industry, Renee Lista began to question whether she could see herself doing the same work for the rest of her career. Then a medical crisis forced her to think more deeply about what she wanted from her life - personally and professionally. She ultimately decided to pursue a new path aligned with her lifelong passion f more

Hofstra University: New Academic Year 2026 Welcome from President Poser

HEMPSTEAD, New York, Sept. 1 -- Hofstra University issued the following statement on Aug. 31, 2026, by President Susan Poser: * * * Dear Hofstra Community, Welcome to the 2026-2027 academic year. To the new students, thank you for choosing Hofstra. To the returning students, welcome back. It is wonderful to see campus come alive again. The start of a new academic year brings new opportunities. I encourage you to take advantage of all that Hofstra has to offer, become involved in the campus c more

House Financial Services Committee Sets Sept. 2 Hearing on Strengthening American Economy

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The House Financial Services Committee issued the following information for a hearing entitled "Strengthening the American Economy: Promoting Growth, Opportunity, and Prosperity" at 10 a.m. on Sept. 2, 2026, at 2128 Rayburn House Office Building: Witnesses * Mr. Honorable Heath Talbert, President, Circle * Ms. Kathleen Kraninger, President and Chief Executive Officer, Florida Bankers Association * Ms. Lynn Martin, President, New York Stock Exchange * Mr. Alex Pollock, more

House passes Golden-Lawler bill to protect Maine lobstermen from burdensome new right whale regulations until 2035

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Jared Golden, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * House passes Golden-Lawler bill to protect Maine lobstermen from burdensome new right whale regulations until 2035 * WASHINGTON -Maine's lobstermen and the communities they support would get an extended reprieve from onerous new regulations related to the North Atlantic right whale until 2035 under a bill spearheaded by Congressmen Jared Golden (ME-02) and Mike Lawler (NY-17), which passed the House o more

Hughes Hubbard & Reed: Jeremy Paner Discusses U.S. Treasury's First Action Targeting a Bank Under "Operation Economic Outcast"

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Jeremy Paner Discusses U.S. Treasury's First Action Targeting a Bank Under "Operation Economic Outcast" Treasury's proposed action would sever Banque Misr UAE's access to the U.S. financial system. Highlights * U.S. Treasury proposed cutting off Banque Misr UAE from the U.S. financial system over allegations that it handled nearly $2 billion in transactions linked to Iran. * Action likely in close co more

Hughes Hubbard & Reed: SKAT Wins Second Circuit Appeal Affirming $476M Victory

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * SKAT Wins Second Circuit Appeal Affirming $476M Victory Court upholds more than $476 million judgment arising from fraudulent Danish tax refund claims. Highlights * Second Circuit affirms more than $476 million judgment in favor of SKAT arising from fraudulent Danish dividend tax refund claims. * Court rejects defendants' revenue rule defense, holding that SKAT sought to recover funds obtained throug more

Human Rights Watch Issues Commentary: Defrocked Priest's Case Goes to Trial in Kazakhstan

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following commentary by Mihra Rittmann, senior advisor for Central Asia: * * * Defrocked Priest's Case Goes to Trial in Kazakhstan Adequate Medical Care Lacking in Pretrial Detention - The case of Vladimir (Yakov) Vorontsov, a Russian Orthodox priest from Kazakhstan who was defrocked in 2024 over apparent retaliation for independent religious activity and public criticism of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, more

Human Rights Watch Urges Chile to Reject Proposed Constitutional Amendments

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Chile: Reject Constitutional Changes * (Washington DC) - The Chilean Congress should reject a proposal to amend the Constitution introduced by President Jose Antonio Kast that would threaten a broad range of human rights, Human Rights Watch said today. The Chilean government submitted a proposal for eight proposed constitutional amendments to the Senate on August 18, 2026, with the stated obje more

Immigration Advocates, Including Center for Constitutional Rights, Testify Before U.N. Regarding U.S. Human Rights Violations Against Non-Citizens

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- The Center for Constitutional Rights posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Immigration Advocates Testify Before UN Regarding U.S. Human Rights Violations Against Non-Citizens New testimony precedes United States' upcoming human rights review in November 2026 - Last week, a coalition of immigrant rights organizations testified before the United Nations about the United States' escalating abuse of non-citizens through inhumane practices such as mass im more

Indiana University Media School: 10 New Faculty Join The Media School

BLOOMINGTON, Indiana, Sept. 1 -- Indiana University Media School issued the following news: * * * 10 new faculty join The Media School The Media School is pleased to welcome 10 new faculty this semester, whose backgrounds span journalism, sports media, audio storytelling, film, game design, advertising, and emerging media technologies. Their experience ranges from decades in newsrooms, broadcast production, and independent media to research and teaching focused on artificial intelligence, ana more

INTA Files Amicus Brief Relating to the Trademark Registration of Personal Names

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- The International Trademark Association issued the following news release: * * * INTA Files Amicus Brief Relating to the Trademark Registration of Personal Names The International Trademark Association (INTA) has filed an amicus brief (Statement of Intervention) with the General Court of the European Union (GC) in relation to an appeal against the decision (case T-137/26) of the Grand Board of Appeal of the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO) of December 1 more

Internship promise in action

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 1 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release: * * * Internship promise in action * UNC Charlotte's commitment to real-world learning is more than a promise -it's a guarantee. Before they graduate, every Niner can access an internship experience that builds skills, confidence and career-ready momentum. Powered by the university's location in one of the nation's fastest-growing cities and a Career Center designed arou more

ISS STOXX Sustainability Launches Enhanced Geospatial Asset Analytics Solution

BERLIN, Germany, Sept. 1 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Institutional Shareholder Services, a provider of corporate governance and responsible investment solutions to financial market participants, posted the following news release: * * * ISS STOXX Sustainability Launches Enhanced Geospatial Asset Analytics Solution * NEW YORK (September 1, 2026) - ISS STOXX Sustainability, the sustainable investment arm of ISS STOXX, today announced the launch of its enhanced Geospatial Asset Analytic more

It's Back! Butcher Box Pre-Sale 2026

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 1 -- Broome Community College posted the following news: * * * It's Back! Butcher Box Pre-Sale 2026 * Students have already been hard at work preparing this year's student-produced Butcher Boxes, showcasing the skills they are developing in their Garde Manger class (CUL 218). Each box will feature student-made bacon, Italian sausage, and sweet pickles. The bacon and sausage will be frozen for use at your convenience, while the pickles should be kept refrigerated. more

Justice Department Continues to Disrupt Hamas Terrorist Financing Schemes Through Seizures of Cryptocurrency and Internet Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the District of Columbia posted the following news release: * * * Justice Department Continues to Disrupt Hamas Terrorist Financing Schemes Through Seizures of Cryptocurrency and Internet Infrastructure * WASHINGTON -The Department of Justice today announced the disruption of an ongoing scheme by Harakat al-Muqawama al-Islamiyya (Hamas) -a designated Foreign Terrorist Organization -to raise funds for terrorist operations and recruit more

Justice Department Continues to Disrupt Hamas Terrorist Financing Schemes Through Seizures of Cryptocurrency and Internet Infrastructure

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release on Sept/ 1, 2026: * * * Justice Department Continues to Disrupt Hamas Terrorist Financing Schemes Through Seizures of Cryptocurrency and Internet Infrastructure The Court-Authorized Seizures Allowed the FBI to Seize $560,000 in Cryptocurrency and Take Control of Domains and Servers that Hamas Used to Raise Money and Recruit Supporters Note: Please see seizure affidavits below. March 25, 2025 link (https: more

K&L Gates Secures Second Circuit Victory in Significant False Claims Act Appeal

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 1 -- K&L Gates, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * K&L Gates Secures Second Circuit Victory in Significant False Claims Act Appeal Global law firm K&L Gates LLP secured a significant appellate victory for Ocean Harvesters and related defendants when the US Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit unanimously affirmed the dismissal of a False Claims Act (FCA) whistleblower lawsuit challenging the companies' eligibility to harvest menhaden in US more

Keeping the Promise: Kennedy Urges Passage of Social Security 2100 Act

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Keeping the Promise: Kennedy Urges Passage of Social Security 2100 Act * LACKAWANNA, N.Y. - Standing alongside faith leaders, community members, and elected officials at Mount Olive Missionary Baptist Church in Lackawanna, Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26) called on Congress to pass the Social Security 2100 Act, legislation that would expand Social Security benefits and strengthen the program's more

Kennedy, Dingell, Morelle Introduce Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act to Block Trump's Attempt to Rename Lake Ontario

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy, Dingell, Morelle Introduce Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act to Block Trump's Attempt to Rename Lake Ontario * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26), alongside Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) and Congressman Joe Morelle (NY-25), introduced the Hands Off Our Great Lakes Act, legislation to block President Trump's attempt to rename Lake Ontario as "Lake America" and more

Kevin M. Smith Appointed VP for Enrollment Management

BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 31 -- Canisius University issued the following news: * * * Kevin M. Smith Appointed VP for Enrollment Management * Buffalo, NY - Canisius University announced today that Kevin M. Smith has been named vice president for enrollment management, moving from the interim role he has held since February 2026 into a permanent appointment. As the university's chief enrollment officer, Smith sets the strategic direction for undergraduate and graduate recruitment, admissions and more

Lab of Ornithology to host annual Migration Celebration

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 31 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Lab of Ornithology to host annual Migration Celebration * Head on over to the Cornell Lab of Ornithology to celebrate the annual phenomenon of bird migration - a marvel of nature now picking up steam for the fall. Migration Celebration is being held Saturday, Sept. 12, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Cornell Lab, 159 Sapsucker Woods Road, Ithaca. A special pre-celebration bird walk is being hosted by the Cayuga B more

Lander ROTC Cadet August Darden Completes Grueling Summer Training for Army Career

GREENWOOD, South Carolina, Aug. 31 -- Lander University posted the following news: * * * Lander ROTC Cadet August Darden Completes Grueling Summer Training for Army Career * Lander University senior August Darden spent his summer preparing for a future that is defined by leadership, service and a career in the U.S. Army. That preparation took Darden to two of the most demanding experiences that ROTC cadets can face. First, at the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, New York, he pushed his more

Lawler Demands CMS Reconsider 340B Payment Cuts to Safety Net Hospitals

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Lawler Demands CMS Reconsider 340B Payment Cuts to Safety Net Hospitals * Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) sent a letter urging Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Administrator Mehmet Oz to reconsider a proposed change to Medicare reimbursement for the 340B Drug Pricing Program, warning that the policy could put additional financial pressure on safety net hospitals and threaten acc more

LEADER JEFFRIES IN THE CAPITOL: "HOUSE DEMOCRATS ARE FIGHTING FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA"

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES IN THE CAPITOL: "HOUSE DEMOCRATS ARE FIGHTING FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that while Donald Trump and Republicans break their promises to the American people and the cost of living continues to skyrocket, House Democrats remain committed to fighting for an afford more

LEADER JEFFRIES IN THE CAPITOL: "HOUSE DEMOCRATS ARE FIGHTING FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA"

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES IN THE CAPITOL: "HOUSE DEMOCRATS ARE FIGHTING FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press conference, where he emphasized that while Donald Trump and Republicans break their promises to the American people and the cost of living continues to skyrocket, House Democrats remain committed to fighting for an affordable America and pushing b more

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON PIERRE DAMAS BEL

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON PIERRE DAMAS BEL * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: I am heartbroken by the senseless death of Pierre Damas Bel. Like hundreds of thousands of Haitians, Pierre fled dangerous conditions and received temporary protected status to build a better life for himself and patriotically contribute to more

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON PIERRE DAMAS BEL

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON PIERRE DAMAS BEL * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: I am heartbroken by the senseless death of Pierre Damas Bel. Like hundreds of thousands of Haitians, Pierre fled dangerous conditions and received temporary protected status to build a better life for himself and patriotically contribute to our nation. Instead, Donald more

LEADING THE WAY: California Legislature Passes Groundbreaking Legislation to Stop 3D-Printed Guns

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: Sociological] -- Everytown for Gun Safety posted the following news release: * * * LEADING THE WAY: California Legislature Passes Groundbreaking Legislation to Stop 3D-Printed Guns * AB 2047 Heads to Governor Newsom's Desk as 3D-Printed Guns and Illegal Gun Parts Are Increasingly Recovered Across California SACRAMENTO, Calif. -Today, the California Legislature passed AB 2047, the Firearm Printing Prevention Act, groundbreaking legislation that will help address more

Leor Landa and Michael Brasher discuss secondaries market activity with Private Equity International

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Davis Polk and Wardwell, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Leor Landa and Michael Brasher discuss secondaries market activity with Private Equity International * Davis Polk partner and Investment Management practice head Leor Landa and counsel Michael Brasher were featured in Private Equity International providing an overview of the secondaries market in the first half of 2026, including trends and the outlook for the rest of the year. more

Littler Issues Insight: Australia - Why a Proposed Clerks Award Work-From-Home Clause Matters Beyond Clerical Employees

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 2 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following insight on Aug. 31, 2026, by shareholder Naomi Seddon and counsel Michael Whitbread: * * * Australia: Why a Proposed Clerks Award Work-From-Home Clause Matters Beyond Clerical Employees The Australian Fair Work Commission (the "Commission") has released draft wording for a proposed work-from-home clause in the Clerks - Private Sector Award 2020. While the proposal is not yet finalized, employers with Australian op more

Louis Longchamps' lab brings scientific tools to farmer-led experimentation

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 1 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Louis Longchamps' lab brings scientific tools to farmer-led experimentation * Growers routinely conduct their own on-farm experiments, testing different seeds and management strategies to improve yields and long-term sustainability. But most growers don't have the time, resources or expertise that scientists have to fully evaluate their trials, or to put their findings in a format that can benefit other growers. more

LSU AgCenter researchers receive $1.5 million grant to study hidden links among crop diseases

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Sept. 1 -- The Louisiana State University Ag Center issued the following news: * * * LSU AgCenter researchers receive $1.5 million grant to study hidden links among crop diseases * (09/01/26) BATON ROUGE, La. -For many years, farmers have battled leaf spot diseases caused by fungi in the genus Cercospora. And for almost as many years, plant pathologists have studied the diseases, searching for fungicides, growing practices and other ways to limit their negative effect more

Margaret Tahyar discusses bank M&A trends with American Banker

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Davis Polk and Wardwell, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Margaret Tahyar discusses bank M&A trends with American Banker * Davis Polk partner and Financial Institutions practice co-head Margaret Tahyar was quoted in American Banker discussing regulators' impact on regional bank M&A trends. The article noted that the current administration's tendency to approve deals quickly has led to an increase in regional bank mergers which may co more

Market-Leading Capital Markets and M&A Partners to Join Latham & Watkins in Hong Kong

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Latham and Watkins, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Market-Leading Capital Markets and M&A Partners to Join Latham & Watkins in Hong Kong Highly regarded partners Grace Huang and Edward Freeman will further strengthen Latham's preeminent platform in Asia, bringing deep expertise in sophisticated cross-border transactions. - Latham & Watkins is pleased to announce that Grace Huang and Edward Freeman will join the firm as partners in the Hong Kong off more

Marsh Appoints Herman Brito Marine, Cargo, and Logistics Practice Leader, US and Canada, Marsh Risk

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Marsh, a subsidiary of Marsh and McLennan Companies, issued the following news release: * * * Marsh appoints Herman Brito Marine, Cargo, and Logistics Practice Leader, US and Canada, Marsh Risk Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a leading global professional services firm, today announced that Herman Brito has been appointed Marine, Cargo, and Logistics Practice Leader, US and Canada, Marsh Risk, effective October 1. Based in New York, Mr. Brito will report to Michael Pellegrini, Head o more

Maryland, FTC Sue Amazon Over Secret Ad Surcharge Scheme

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 1 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Maryland, FTC Sue Amazon Over Secret Ad Surcharge Scheme Coalition Of Attorneys General and FTC Allege Amazon Concealed Unfair Charges in Its Digital Advertising Auction Pricing - Today, Attorney General Anthony G. Brown, 21 other attorneys general, and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) filed suit against Amazon, alleging that the company engaged in deceptive more

Mattel to Participate in Upcoming Investor Events

EL SEGUNDO, California, Sept. 1 -- Mattel, a toy manufacturing company, issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Mattel to Participate in Upcoming Investor Events Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced it will participate in the following investor conferences and events: * Goldman Sachs Global Consumer and Retail Conference on Tuesday, September 15, 2026 in New York City. Ynon Kreiz, Mattel's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Paul Ruh, Mattel's Chief Financial Officer, w more

Mayer Brown Further Strengthens Its Market-leading Finance Team With Lateral Team Hire

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Mayer Brown, a law firm, issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Mayer Brown further strengthens its market-leading Finance team with lateral team hire London - Mayer Brown today announced that the leading leveraged finance and high yield team of Rob Mathews, David Becker, and Ben Bierwirth has joined the firm as partners in its London Banking & Finance practice, further strengthening its Leveraged Finance and Private Capital te more

Md. A.G. Brown Opposes EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 2 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Attorney General Brown Opposes EPA's Proposed Rule to Weaken Regulation of Heavy-Duty Vehicle Pollution Attorney General Anthony G. Brown joined a multistate comment letter opposing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) proposal to loosen regulations that control the emissions of smog-forming nitrogen oxides (NOx) from semi-trucks and other heavy-duty more

Meet GW Law's 10 Public Interest Scholars

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- The George Washington University Law School posted the following news: * * * Meet GW Law's 10 Public Interest Scholars * The GW Law Public Interest and Public Service Law Center is excited to welcome 10 Public Interest Scholars for the 2026-27 school year. For the past 10 years the Public Interest Scholars program has chosen a select group of incoming, full-time students to be scholars for the academic year. These students receive a $5,000 stipend to support the fundi more

Meet Rutgers-New Brunswick's New Deans

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Sept. 1 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Meet Rutgers-New Brunswick's New Deans Three newly appointed leaders at three schools share what brought them to their roles - and what they see ahead - Three new deans took the helm of schools at Rutgers University-New Brunswick on July 1, bringing backgrounds that span federal research, international arts leadership and behavioral health. The three administrators share what brought them to Rutgers, more

Mike Ulisse: Running for a Purpose as a St. Jude Hero

HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 1 [Category: BizConsulting] -- KBR, a provider of differentiated, professional services and technologies, issued the following news release: * * * Mike Ulisse: Running for a Purpose as a St. Jude Hero * Mike Ulisse is a Chief Technical Leader for KBR's Mission Technology Solutions team, but outside of work, he is dedicated to making a difference one mile at a time. An accomplished runner, Mike has completed 16 marathons and has participated in two marathons and two half more

Monoclonal Antibody Targeting Interleukin-6 Achieves Sustained Reductions in Inflammation Biomarkers Through Six Months

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Monoclonal Antibody Targeting Interleukin-6 Achieves Sustained Reductions in Inflammation Biomarkers Through Six Months * The investigational anti-interleukin-6 (IL-6) monoclonal antibody pacibekitug produced sustained reductions in inflammation-related biomarkers through six months in patients with chronic kidney disease and elevated inflammatory risk associated with heart disease more

Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing Acquires Florida Seniors Housing Portfolio

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing Acquires Florida Seniors Housing Portfolio Morgan Stanley Investment Management, through investment funds managed by Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing (MSREI), announced today the acquisition of a Class A seniors housing portfolio located in the Orlando and Tampa metropolitan areas. The portfolio includes two com more

Mott Foundation launches second round of Youth Choice Awards

FLINT, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- The Charles Stewart Mott Foundation posted the following news: * * * Mott Foundation launches second round of Youth Choice Awards * Flint, Michigan - The second round of the Charles Stewart Mott Foundation Youth Choice Awards is open for applications. The Mott Foundation launched the Youth Choice Awards earlier this year as part of its ongoing centennial celebration. The awards offer young people in Flint the opportunity to compete for and award 100 grants of $1, more

Motto by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico Opens

MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 1 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Motto by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico Opens The lifestyle hotel brings modern hospitality to the heart of Guadalajara * Hilton announces the opening of Motto by Hilton Guadalajara Centro Historico, a 154-room lifestyle hotel in the heart of Guadalajara's historic center, housed in a restored 1950s Art Deco building. * The hotel introduces Motto by Hilton's neighborhood-dri more

Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing Earns Accreditation from Middle States Commission on Higher Education

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing Earns Accreditation from Middle States Commission on Higher Education * The Mount Sinai Phillips School of Nursing (PSON) has earned accreditation from the Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE). The accreditation recognizes the school's continued excellence in nursing education, strong student outcomes, and commitment to prepari more

N.J. A.G. Davenport Renews Call for EPA Action on Microplastics

TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 2 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Renews Call for EPA Action on Microplastics Attorney General Jennifer Davenport led a comment letter to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) once again urging it to include microplastics on its Unregulated Contaminant Monitoring Rule (UCMR) 6. The letter follows two prior multistate efforts -- both led by New Jersey -- requesting the i more

N.J. A.G. Davenport Sues Amazon With FTC and 21 States for Rigging Advertising Auctions, Reaping Billions in Illegal Profits

TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 1 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * AG Davenport Sues Amazon with FTC and 21 States for Rigging Advertising Auctions, Reaping Billions in Illegal Profits Amazon's Manipulation of Auctions Overcharged Businesses and Trickled Down to Consumers, Bipartisan Coalition Alleges - Today, Attorney General Jennifer Davenport and the Division of Consumer Affairs (DCA) joined the Federal Trade Commissio more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani and Chancellor Kamar Samuels Launch Sweeping Overhaul to Fix Child Care Payment Delays

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani and Chancellor Kamar Samuels Launch Sweeping Overhaul to Fix Child Care Payment Delays What you should know * Whole-of-government effort underway to expedite payments and ensure providers can open on the first day of school * $43 million investment will transform New York City Public Schools' Division of Early Childhood Education and prevent future payment delays - Mayor more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani and FDNY Release Report Detailing Long-Term Health Effects of 9/11 and the World Trade Center Rescue and Recovery Effort on FDNY Members

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 (TNSrep) -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani and FDNY Release Report Detailing Long-Term Health Effects of 9/11 and the World Trade Center Rescue and Recovery Effort on FDNY Members What you should know * Report draws on 25 years of medical monitoring, treatment and research through the FDNY World Trade Center Health Program * More than 10,000 FDNY members are certified with a 9/11-related physical health more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Announces Sweeping Measures to Strengthen City's Response to Legionnaires' Disease

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani Announces Sweeping New Measures to Strengthen New York City's Response to Legionnaires' Disease Today, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and the New York City Health Department announced a series of new measures to strengthen the City's education, enforcement and response to Legionella bacteria in cooling towers following the Upper East Side community cluster earlier this summer. more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Completes Redesign of 'Crashland' in Downtown Brooklyn

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani Completes Redesign of 'Crashland' in Downtown Brooklyn What you should know * City transforms Ashland Place into a one-way street with a two-way protected bike lane, creating a 5.5-mile protected biking corridor from Sunset Park to DUMBO - Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Mike Flynn today announced the comple more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Releases City's First Citywide Racial Equity Plan

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani Releases New York City's First Citywide Racial Equity Plan What you should know * Plan sets eight citywide goals to address racial disparities across employment, maternal health, child care and more - Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and the Mayor's Office of Equity and Racial Justice today released the final Citywide Racial Equity Plan (REP), New York City's first government-w more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Signs Bill Legalizing Permanent Year-Round Outdoor Dining in City

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- New York Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani signed Introduction 0655 into law during a city press briefing, establishing permanent, year-round outdoor dining on New York City roadways. The legislation eliminates former seasonal restrictions that required restaurant owners to dismantle and rebuild roadway structures annually between November 30 and March 31. Under the measure, small businesses will be permitted to keep structures standing year-round and utilize winterizing materia more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Signs Bill Making Year-Round Outdoor Dining a Permanent Part of New York City

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani Signs Bill Making Year-Round Outdoor Dining a Permanent Part of New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today signed legislation into law establishing permanent, year-round outdoor dining on New York City roadways. Int. 0655, sponsored by Council Member Lincoln Restler, amends a previous law that required restaurants participating in the City's outdoor dining program, Dini more

National Employment Law Project Issues Commentary: Vetted Solution to Potential AI Job Loss

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- The National Employment Law Project issued the following commentary on Aug. 31, 2026, by Michele Evermore, senior policy fellow for economic security and worker transitions: * * * A Vetted Solution to Potential AI Job Loss We have yet to see widespread job loss due to artificial intelligence (AI), but we should not wait until a crisis hits to act. Bipartisan commissions in the U.S. going back to 1980 have consistently recommended basic improvements to our unemployment ins more

National Park Service Announces Programs Honoring Flight 93 Passengers and Crew on 25th Remembrance of September 11, 2001

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior National Park Service issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * National Park Service announces programs honoring Flight 93 passengers and crew on 25th remembrance of September 11, 2001 SHANKSVILLE, PA - The public is invited to join the National Park Service to honor and remember the 40 heroes of Flight 93 on the 25th observance of September 11, 2001. A full day of programs, including a morning observance and an after more

NEMA at 100: America Is Electrifying Again

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 1 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * NEMA at 100: America Is Electrifying Again * On September 1, 1926, the National Electrical Manufacturers Association was formed at a moment when electricity was rapidly reshaping American life. Power was spreading through homes, factories, businesses, and communities, while common standards and a growing manufacturing base were becoming e more

New Exhibition: Americas Society Highlights the Power of Telenovelas in the Americas

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- The Americas Society/Council of the Americas issued the following news release: * * * New Exhibition: AS Highlights the Power of Telenovelas in the Americas Telenovela features over 50 artworks from the 1970s to the present, including an installation commissioned by Mexican artist Pablo Helguera. - Opening at Americas Society on September 9, 2026, the exhibition Telenovela explores how contemporary Latinx and Latin American artists have engaged with the visual and conce more

New IRC assessment finds critical resource gap in Venezuela as earthquake emergency medical teams wind down

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: International] -- The International Rescue Committee posted the following news release: * * * New IRC assessment finds critical resource gap in Venezuela as earthquake emergency medical teams wind down * * International emergency medical team presence has fallen 58% since mid-July and is projected to reach zero by late September * Nearly 30% of health facilities assessed are structurally damaged and nearly 20% are non-operational, cutting off primary care for more

New York Law Journal Recognizes Jennifer Kwapisz as a Rising Star

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Arnold and Porter, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * New York Law Journal Recognizes Jennifer Kwapisz as a Rising Star * Arnold & Porter partner Jennifer Kwapisz was named a Rising Star in the Products Liability/Mass Torts category at the 2026 New York Legal Awards, presented by the New York Law Journal. This award recognizes the region's most promising lawyers under 40. Jennifer Kwapisz practices in the areas of complex, mass tort, more

Newmark Closes Acquisition of Altus Group's Development Advisory Business

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- Newmark Group, a commercial real estate company that says they offer comprehensive suite of services and products, posted the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Newmark Closes Acquisition of Altus Group's Development Advisory Business Newmark Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NMRK) ("Newmark" or the "Company"), a leading commercial real estate advisor and service provider to large institutional investors, global corporations and other owners and occupiers, today announced more

Next Century of Health: New York Academy of Medicine's 2025 Impact Report

NEW YORK, Aug. 27 (TNSrep) -- The New York Academy of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * The Next Century of Health: New York Academy of Medicine's 2025 Impact Report New York Academy of Medicine's newly released 2025 Impact Report highlights a year of research, convenings, and actions that reached communities across New York City and beyond. The report explores New York Academy of Medicine's vision for the 'Next Century of Health.' The vision focuses how cities like New York c more

NFHA Leads 79-Organization Coalition Opposing HUD's English-Only Discrimination Complaint Form

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 [Category: Real Estate] -- The National Fair Housing Alliance posted the following news release: * * * NFHA Leads 79-Organization Coalition Opposing HUD's English-Only Discrimination Complaint Form Civil rights, fair housing, consumer, domestic violence, and real estate groups reject redesigned form shutting nine percent of the public out of federal fair housing enforcement - The National Fair Housing Alliance and 78 civil rights, fair housing, consumer, domestic violenc more

Nick Rainsford joins White & Case as a partner in London

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Nick Rainsford joins White & Case as a partner in London * Global law firm White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Mergers & Acquisitions Practice with the addition of Nick Rainsford as a partner in London. "Our clients are navigating an increasingly complex M&A landscape, particularly in high-growth areas such as infrastructure and private capital," said Co-Head of White & Ca more

NIU remembers Eddie Williams, Jr., its first African American vice president

DEKALB, Illinois, Sept. 1 -- Northern Illinois University issued the following news: * * * NIU remembers Eddie Williams, Jr., its first African American vice president * NIU is mourning the loss of Eddie R. Williams, Jr., a soft-spoken educator and passionate advocate of students who rose from an assistant professor of mathematics to become the university's first African American vice president. Williams is remembered as a mentor, adviser and friend to students, faculty and staff. After ear more

Nixon Peabody adds prominent bankruptcy and restructuring attorney Frank Oswald

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Nixon Peabody, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Nixon Peabody adds prominent bankruptcy and restructuring attorney Frank Oswald * New York, NY. Nixon Peabody LLP has hired prominent corporate restructuring attorney Frank A. Oswald, who brings decades of Chapter 11 bankruptcy experience and deep relationships with key constituencies in complex restructurings. Frank will serve as co-leader of the firm's Financial Restruc more

NOAA: Meet the Autonomous Underwater Robot Expanding Our Ability to Survey the Seafloor

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSrep) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Meet the Autonomous Underwater Robot Expanding Our Ability to Survey the Seafloor We use Long-Range Autonomous Underwater Vehicles to photograph the seafloor. These images help improve sea scallop stock assessments by expanding the data we collect and allowing us to survey difficult-to-reach areas. For the past 3 years, our Habitat more

Northwell Appoints Sanjay Saint, MD, MPH, to Lead Internal Medicine

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Sept. 1 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Northwell appoints Sanjay Saint, MD, MPH, to lead internal medicine Dr. Saint will oversee Northwell's Division of Internal General Medicine as well as the Department of Medicine at Long Island Jewish Medical Center and North Shore University Hospital - Northwell Health has appointed renowned patient safety expert Sanjay Saint, MD, MPH, as senior vice president of the health system's internal medic more

Northwell Health: Feinstein Institutes' Researchers Find Jumping Genes at the Center of Blood Immune Networks Disrupted in Schizophrenia

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Sept. 2 (TNSjou) -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Feinstein Institutes' researchers find jumping genes at the center of blood immune networks disrupted in schizophrenia This research is the first to integrate transposable elements into the blood gene expression networks of people with schizophrenia, revealing a widespread loss of connectivity - Unlocking a crucial piece of schizophrenia's molecular puzzle, scientists at Northwell Health's more

NUHS Celebrates Summer 2026 Graduates in Commencement Ceremony

LOMBARD, Illinois, Sept. 1 -- National University of Health Sciences issued the following news: * * * NUHS Celebrates Summer 2026 Graduates in Commencement Ceremony * National University of Health Sciences (NUHS) honored its Summer 2026 graduating class on Friday, August 21. Graduates received diplomas in biomedical science, advanced clinical practice, acupuncture, chiropractic medicine and naturopathic medicine. The commencement keynote address was delivered by Executive Director of the A more

NYU Creates Ukrainian Studies Initiative

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- New York University issued the following news: * * * NYU Creates Ukrainian Studies Initiative University joins international academic network backed by Ukrainian First Lady Olena Zelenska - New York University has established a Ukrainian Studies initiative, which will include academic programming and certification, a webinar series, and participation in the Global Coalition of Ukrainian Studies--an academic network launched by Olena Zelenska, the first lady of Ukraine. more

NYU Langone Health Names Clinician-Scientist as New Chair of Psychiatry

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * NYU Langone Health Names Clinician-Scientist as New Chair of Psychiatry * NYU Langone Health has named William Gordon Frankle, MD, MBA, an established leader with a proven track record of success, as the new chair of the Department of Psychiatry at NYU Grossman School of Medicine. Dr. Frankle, who begins his new role this mo more

Ohio Wesleyan University Selects 2026-2027 First-Year Students for Woltemade Business Fellowship

DELAWARE, Ohio, Sept. 1 -- Ohio Wesleyan University issued the following news release: * * * Successful Start * DELAWARE, Ohio - Ohio Wesleyan University has selected 16 first-year students as 2026-2027 Woltemade Economics and Business (WEB) Fellows. The competitive, four-year fellowships are awarded each fall by OWU's Woltemade Center for Economics, Business and Entrepreneurship. The fellows are selected based on their high potential for success at Ohio Wesleyan and their interest in busin more

Okla. A.G. Drummond Secures Legal Victory Against New York's Climate Change Superfund Act

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 2 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Sept. 1, 2026: * * * Drummond secures legal victory against New York's Climate Change Superfund Act Attorney General Gentner Drummond announced today a major multi-state victory against New York's Climate Change Superfund Act. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York struck down the act, declaring the law unenforceable. The law aimed to impose $75 billion i more

Old Dominion University: September 2026 Faculty and Staff Accolades

NORFOLK, Virginia, Sept. 2 -- Old Dominion University issued the following news: * * * September 2026 Faculty and Staff Accolades "Accolades" celebrates Old Dominion University faculty and staff by highlighting honors and awards that recognize their dedication, expertise and contributions to their fields. Submit an Accolade through the submission form on the University Communications webpage. * Sina Razzaghi Asl, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Political Science and Geogra more

On International Overdose Awareness Day, Governor Hochul Highlights Major Decline in Overdose Deaths Across New York State

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * On International Overdose Awareness Day, Governor Hochul Highlights Major Decline in Overdose Deaths Across New York State * As New York marks International Overdose Awareness Day, Governor Kathy Hochul today announced a major decline in overdose deaths across New York State following her administration's historic investments in programs and services to address drug addiction and the overdose more

Parsons Participates in Trump Administration's Project Watershed 250

PASADENA, California, Aug. 31 [Category: BizConstruction]-- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, posted the following news release: * * * Parsons Participates in Trump Administration's Project Watershed 250 * Key Takeaways: * Today Parsons joined national leaders at the Project Watershed 250 launch in San Antonio, Texas. This scalable water cybersecurity pilot program was initiated by White House National Cyber Director Sean Cairncross and Te more

Parthiv Rishi joins White & Case as a partner in Singapore

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Parthiv Rishi joins White & Case as a partner in Singapore * White & Case LLP has expanded its Global Mergers & Acquisitions Practice with the addition of Parthiv Rishi as a partner in Singapore. "Private capital clients look to White & Case for clear, commercial advice on complex cross-border transactions," said White & Case Chair Heather McDevitt. "Parthiv's experience advisi more

Pressley Slams GOP Attacks on Birthright Citizenship, Harm of 'Great Replacement Theory'

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Ayanna Pressley, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news: * * * Pressley Slams GOP Attacks on Birthright Citizenship, Harm of 'Great Replacement Theory' * "What this is about is a strategy to codify the Great Replacement theory in law, to further codify white supremacy, and to weaponize the entire federal government in pursuance of it. And that is the fact of the matter. And I refuse to let that happen." Video (YouTube) WASHINGTON - Today, during a House Over more

Promoting Brain Health: Hofstra's Dementia Risk Reduction Convening in Collaboration With the Alzheimer's Association

HEMPSTEAD, New York, Sept. 2 -- Hofstra University issued the following news: * * * Promoting Brain Health: Hofstra's Dementia Risk Reduction Convening in Collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association Lindsey Angioletti On August 3, 2026, Hofstra University's School of Health Sciences in collaboration with the Alzheimer's Association's Long Island Chapter held its 4th Annual Long Island Dementia Risk Reduction Convening. This event brought together health professionals, faculty, and communi more

Psyche Mission leader to give public lecture Sept. 11

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 31 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Psyche Mission leader to give public lecture Sept. 11 * A NASA spacecraft rounded Mars in May heading towards its target: 16 Psyche, an ancient asteroid belt object largely made of metal. Formed at the very beginning of the solar system's 4.5-billion-year history, Psyche could hold clues about metal cores of rocky planets. The mission's principal investigator, Lindy Elkins-Tanton, will give an update and insight more

Public Safety Expert Is Named Director of Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience at Rutgers

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Sept. 2 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Public Safety Expert Is Named Director of Miller Center on Policing and Community Resilience at Rutgers John "Jack" Donohue brings decades of leadership experience in policing, public safety, intelligence and organizational strategy - Administrators of the Eagleton Institute of Politics at Rutgers University-New Brunswick have named John "Jack" Donohue director of the Miller Center on Policing and Comm more

Pulitzer Center Reporting Warned of Glacier Risks Before Nepal Flooding Tragedy

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that says it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following news: * * * Pulitzer Center Reporting Warned of Glacier Risks Before Nepal Flooding Tragedy Author: Dana Thompson, Pulitzer Center Staff Nearly a week after deadly flooding, searches for people missing along the Nepal-China border continue, reports say. A glacier collapse on August 25 is being blamed for the horrific tragedy, which sent people running for their lives more

R.I. A.G. Neronha, Coalition Sue Amazon Over Deceptive Advertising Scheme

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Sept. 1 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Amazon over deceptive advertising scheme Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today joined a coalition of 21 attorneys general and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) in suing Amazon.com, Inc., over deceptive practices that cost advertisers billions. The coalition alleges that Amazon inflated advertiser costs by enter more

Raymond James Financial Board Appoints New Director

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Sept. 1 -- Raymond James Financial issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Raymond James Financial board appoints new director On August 27, 2026, Raymond James Financial, Inc. (NYSE: RJF) appointed Will Weatherford, managing partner of Weatherford Capital, to its Board of Directors, effective December 15, 2026. A resident of Tampa Bay since childhood with longstanding civic ties to the region, he will serve on the board's Audit Committee and Risk Co more

Related Digital, Oracle, Walbridge, Blackstone and Labor Leaders Celebrate One Million Work Hours at The Barn in Saline Township

NEW YORK, Aug. 27 -- The Related Companies L.P. issued the following news release: * * * Related Digital, Oracle, Walbridge, Blackstone and Labor Leaders Celebrate One Million (Union) Work Hours at The Barn in Saline Township More than 1,800 skilled tradespeople are currently building the project, which will support more than 2,500 construction jobs SALINE TOWNSHIP, MI - Related Digital, Oracle, Walbridge, Blackstone and leadership from the National and Michigan skilled trades workforce buil more

Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights New Ad Attacking Kris Mayes

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Highlights New Ad Attacking Kris Mayes * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today highlighted a new Arizona ad taking aim at Democrat Attorney General Kris Mayes' record on public safety. "Kris Mayes is one of the most vulnerable Democrat AGs in the country," said RAGA Executive Director Adam Pi more

Republican Attorneys General Association Showcases New Ad Supporting Keith Faber for Attorney General

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The Republican Attorneys General Association posted the following news: * * * Republican Attorneys General Association Showcases New Ad Supporting Keith Faber for Attorney General * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The Republican Attorneys General Association (RAGA) today showcased a new ad from its affiliated group, Safer Ohio Fund, highlighting Keith Faber's record of fighting fraud, catching criminals, and protecting Ohio taxpayers. "Keith Faber has spent hi more

Researchers uncover new immune system pathway that influences social behavior

BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Sept. 1 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * Researchers uncover new immune system pathway that influences social behavior * Shinichi Kano, M.D., assistant professor in UAB's Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral NeurobiologyScientists have long known that the brain and immune system communicate, but a new study led by the University of Alabama at Birmingham reveals an unexpected messenger connecting the two: tiny particles circulating in the b more

Rich Goldberg Named Co-Chair of Zywave Horizon: Cyber Risk Conference 2026

ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Constangy, Brooks, Smith and Prophete, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Rich Goldberg Named Co-Chair of Zywave Horizon: Cyber Risk Conference 2026 * Constangy Cyber Team vice chair Rich Goldberg has been named co-chair of the 2026 Zywave Horizon: Cyber Risk Conference, taking place Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026, at the Sheraton New York Times Square Hotel in New York City. Now in its 15th year, Zywave's annual New York cybe more

Rockefeller Foundation: Muldoon Named CEO of RF Catalytic Capital

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Mike Muldoon Named Chief Executive Officer of RF Catalytic Capital Muldoon to lead RFCC's next phase of growth - The Rockefeller Foundation announced today that Mike Muldoon has been named Chief Executive Officer of RF Catalytic Capital (RFCC), the Foundation's independent charitable affiliate. In its short history, RFCC has proven its ability to catalyze high-impact initiatives and ins more

Safer Streets: Governor Hochul Announces $20 Million for Community-Based Organizations Providing Youth Services and Support in 10 Communities Statewide

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 31 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Safer Streets: Governor Hochul Announces $20 Million for Community-Based Organizations Providing Youth Services and Support in 10 Communities Statewide * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $20 million in state funding for community-based organizations that provide services and support to young people in 10 municipalities across the state: Albany, Buffalo, Hempstead, Mount Vernon, Newburgh, more

SAG-AFTRA Statement on Federal Production Incentives

LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 2 -- The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) issued the following statement by President Sean Astin and Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, national executive director and chief negotiator: * * * SAG-AFTRA Statement on Federal Production Incentives The following statement is from SAG-AFTRA President Sean Astin and National Executive Director & Chief Negotiator Duncan Crabtree-Ireland. "Production is the lifeblood of our indu more

Saints Around the World: Lisbon, Portugal

LOUDONVILLE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Siena College posted the following news: * * * Saints Around the World: Lisbon, Portugal * Katelyn Clifford '27 got a full education on the Mediterranean Diet, one class and one bite at a time. Katelyn has an older cousin who backpacked around the world for two years. There's little he didn't see or experience over 24 months of non-stop globe-trotting, and of all the places across most of the continents, what was his favorite? "He said I have to go to Port more

SBA Unveils All Star Lineup for Million Dollar Pitch Competition

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- The Small Business Administration issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * SBA Unveils All Star Lineup for Million Dollar Pitch Competition Judges Nicki Minaj, Grant Cardone, and Joe Gebbia to join host Dean Cain at finale in Washington, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the all-star judging panel and event host for the grand finale of the agency's Million Dollar Pitch Competition. The judging panel will consist of g more

Scalise: Democrats' Socialist Agenda Means Higher Costs for American Families

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: Democrats' Socialist Agenda Means Higher Costs for American Families * This morning, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network's Mornings with Maria to discuss House Republicans' work to lower costs and protect taxpayers and the Democrats' continued embrace of a socialist agenda. Leader Scalise also highlighted how communities are benefiting more

Scalise: Democrats' Socialist Agenda Means Higher Costs for American Families

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Scalise: Democrats' Socialist Agenda Means Higher Costs for American Families * WASHINGTON, D.C.-This morning, House Majority Leader Steve Scalise (R-La.) joined Fox Business Network's Mornings with Maria to discuss House Republicans' work to lower costs and protect taxpayers and the Democrats' continued embrace of a socialist agenda. Leader Scalise also highlighted how communities are benefiting more

Sep. 10 - 20: 7th Annual Chalk the Walk

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 1 -- Broome Community College posted the following news: * * * Sep. 10 - 20: 7th Annual Chalk the Walk * Join Counseling Services for the 7th Annual BC SAFE Chalk the Walk on: Date: Thursday, September 10 Time: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: in front of The Commons Stop by to share messages of support, encouragement, and hope as we recognize Suicide Prevention Awareness Month and raise awareness about mental health on campus. Take a moment to add your voice to more

Skanska's Building Operations Releases Summer 2026 Market Trends Report, Highlighting Capacity Constraints Across Labor, Power and Materials

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 (TNSCrep) -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: * * * Skanska's building operations releases Summer 2026 Market Trends Report, highlighting capacity constraints across labor, power and materials Skanska, a leading global construction and project development firm, has released its Summer 2026 Construction Market Trends Report, examining the forces shaping the U.S. construction market as the industry enters the second half of th more

SRC Names StaceyAnn Treasure to Assistant Vice President of Supply Chain and Procurement

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 31 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, posted the following news release: * * * SRC Names StaceyAnn Treasure to Assistant Vice President of Supply Chain and Procurement * Syracuse, NY - SRC, Inc. ("SRC" or "Company"), a global, not-for-profit, defense research and development company, today announced that StaceyAnn Treasure has joined the company as assistant vice president of su more

Sri Lanka: Tepid Progress on Justice for Past Abuses

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Sri Lanka: Tepid Progress on Justice for Past Abuses * * The Sri Lankan government's prosecution of past grave abuses has lagged, raising concerns for future progress. * Many cases of forced disappearance, torture, and killing remain stalled, while families of victims and human rights defenders face threats and intimidation. * The Dissanayake government should jumpstart its efforts to obt more

Statement from Congressman Langworthy on his Vote in Favor of H. Res. 1490 to Condemn Socialism

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Congressman Langworthy on his Vote in Favor of H. Res. 1490 to Condemn Socialism * "Socialism is a corrosive ideology spreading through the Democrat Party and has no place in a nation that has served as the world's beacon for freedom and opportunity over the last 250 years. Today, I proudly voted to condemn socialism and send a loud and clear message that the freedoms Americans fo more

Statement of Agudah Israel of America Upon the Appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber as the OU's New Executive Vice President

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: Religion] -- Agudath Israel of America, an arm and voice of American Orthodox Jewry, posted the following news: * * * Statement of Agudah Israel of America Upon the Appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber as the OU's New Executive Vice President * Agudath Israel of America is pleased to welcome the Orthodox Union's appointment of Rabbi Shmuel Silber as its new Executive Vice President. The OU has played, and continues to play, a major role in the development of Ortho more

Steptoe Files Amicus Brief in Tax Court on Behalf of the US Chamber of Commerce

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 (TNSxrep) -- Steptoe, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Steptoe Files Amicus Brief in Tax Court on Behalf of the US Chamber of Commerce Steptoe LLP recently filed an amicus brief in the US Tax Court on behalf of the US Chamber of Commerce in Abbott Laboratories v. Commissioner of Internal Revenue. Filed in support of Abbott Laboratories, the brief argues that the IRS must provide Abbott the opportunity to challenge the agency's proposed adjustments befor more

Steptoe Helps Secure Defense Verdict for Mead Johnson in First Bellwether Trial Over Infant Formula and NEC

WASHINGTON, Sept. 2 -- Steptoe, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Steptoe Helps Secure Defense Verdict for Mead Johnson in First Bellwether Trial Over Infant Formula and NEC (Chicago) - A federal jury in the US District Court for the Northern District of Illinois returned a full defense verdict on Monday for Steptoe client Mead Johnson, maker of Enfamil infant formula, following a two-week trial and roughly five hours of deliberation. The case marks the first bellwether tri more

Student Life, work from Professor Zeggert's Art 225 Illustration and Art 116 classes

BINGHAMTON, New York, Aug. 31 -- Broome Community College posted the following news: * * * Student Life, work from Professor Zeggert's Art 225 Illustration and Art 116 classes * Join the Gallery at SUNY Broome for, on view through the month of September, with a formal reception held Thursday, September 10, 2026 from 5 - 7 p.m. in the Cecil C. Tyrrell Library. Student Life presents a collection of work by Students in Art 225 Illustration and Art 116 Painting, developed through a thematic, na more

Student view: How being open helped me find my place

EAST LANSING, Michigan, Sept. 1 -- Michigan State University posted the following news: * * * Student view: How being open helped me find my place * Samantha Santoliquido is a junior majoring in advertising management with a minor in public relations at Michigan State University. When choosing to attend Michigan State University, I was anxious about one thing more than anything else: starting a new chapter of my life in a place where I knew no one. As a student from New York, I didn't have more

Summer 2026 graduates announced

RUSTON, Louisiana, Aug. 31 -- Louisiana Tech University posted the following news: * * * Summer 2026 graduates announced * Louisiana Tech University has announced graduates from its Summer 2026 commencement ceremonies held August 15. Graduates are listed below by the state/territory they have reported in their Workday profile, with Louisiana listed first. LOUISIANA Alexandria * Jamal Sami Farhat - Bachelor of Science * Madisyn Danielle Mcclanahan - Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studie more

SUNY Potsdam Ranked in Top 10 Best Rural Colleges in America by Washington Monthly Magazine

POTSDAM, New York, Sept. 1 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus posted the following news: * * * SUNY Potsdam Ranked in Top 10 Best Rural Colleges in America by Washington Monthly Magazine * Jocelyn Shatraw '26, who was born and raised in Potsdam, N.Y., graduated with her degree in psychology earlier this year. SUNY Potsdam has been ranked in the top 10 Best Colleges for Rural America list by Washington Monthly magazine, the first rating of its kind. In a first-of-its-kind ra more

SUNY University at Albany Physicists Study Unexplained Signal in Dark Matter Search

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 1 (TNSjou) -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * UAlbany Physicists Study Unexplained Signal in Dark Matter Search UAlbany physicists played a central role in analyzing a so-far unexplained anomaly in the data from the world's most sensitive dark matter detector that offers the most compelling hint yet in the hunt for an unseen building block of the universe. The new analysis from the LUX-ZEPLIN (LZ) experiment deep inside a former South Dakota more

SUNY University at Albany Welcomes New Faculty Members

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 1 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * UAlbany Welcomes New Faculty Members By Amy Geduldig The University at Albany welcomed 32 new tenure-track faculty members this fall. The professors will present one-minute, one-slide presentations at the University's annual Pecha Kucha to be held on Oct. 5 from 2:30 to 4 p.m. at the Performing Arts Center. The University also welcomed 48 non-tenure-track faculty. A new endowment from the Simons Foundat more

SUNY University at Albany: Ask an Expert - Why is It Foggy on Mountaintops and Not Close to the Ground?

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 1 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Ask an Expert: Why is it Foggy on Mountaintops and Not Close to the Ground? Justin Minder, professor of Atmospheric & Environmental Sciences at the College of Arts and Sciences, is an expert in mountain weather and how terrain shapes local conditions like clouds and fog. Minder answers today's question: Why is it foggy at the top of mountains and not close to the ground? Minder: This comes down to what f more

Syracuse University: Accelerating the Search for Rare Earth Elements

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Accelerating the Search for Rare Earth Elements Earth sciences professor Tao Wen and his students are part of an interdisciplinary effort to improve the ability to identify and evaluate potential rare earth element resources in the U.S. Dan Bernardi The critical metals powering your phone, electric vehicle and countless advanced technologies are increasingly at the center of a national supply challenge. Alth more

Syracuse University: Fulbright Scholars Find Warmth on Campus, Gain Readiness for Graduate Study in U.S.

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 2 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Fulbright Scholars Find Warmth on Campus, Gain Readiness for Graduate Study in US Hosted by the College of Professional Studies, the four-week program pairs coursework with host family dinners and cultural exchange. Dialynn Dwyer The journey to Syracuse from Yogyakarta, Indonesia, took Ryan Nugraha 28 hours. He arrived at night, exhausted. But the greeting he and other Fulbrighters received from administrat more

Syracuse University: Pranav Soman Named Director of BioInspired Institute

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Pranav Soman Named Director of BioInspired Institute The ECS professor will champion collaborative research, entrepreneurship and industry partnerships in his new role. Diane Stirling Pranav Soman, professor of biomedical and chemical engineering in the College of Engineering and Computer Science (ECS), has been named director of the University's BioInspired Institute. "My vision is to build a trust-based c more

Syracuse University: Uncovering Hidden Interactions That Shape Fertility

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Uncovering Hidden Interactions That Shape Fertility A&S researchers are exploring molecular interactions that may hold the key to fertility, infertility and new contraceptive approaches. Dan Bernardi Infertility affects roughly 1 in 6 people worldwide, often bringing significant emotional, physical and financial challenges, according to a World Health Organization report. Yet many of the biological processes more

The Intern Journal: Rochester Red Wings

LOUDONVILLE, New York, Sept. 1 -- Siena College posted the following news: * * * The Intern Journal: Rochester Red Wings * Claire Donlon '27 is a competitive diver and an avid sports fan, but the cheap seats (or even the really good seats) aren't good enough. She prefers a closer view. Claire was born into a family of die-hard Buffalo Bills fans. The Rochester native tries to make it to one home game per year, and while she's locked in on the action, her attention has always been divided (f more

THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA LAUNCHES A NEW MUSIC INITIATIVE

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: Media] -- The Paley Center for Media issued the following news release: * * * THE PALEY CENTER FOR MEDIA LAUNCHES A NEW MUSIC INITIATIVE * New Year-Round Music Initiative Brings Songwriters, Artists, and Music Makers to The Paley Museum for Live Performances, Songwriter Showcases, Listening Parties, DJ Nights, Workshops, and More Initiative Kicks Off with Southern Rounds: Bringing Nashville to New York!, a Songwriter Showcase Series Featuring Intimate Live Perfo more

Together, We Keep Meredith Going Strong

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Sept. 1 -- Meredith College posted the following news: * * * Together, We Keep Meredith Going Strong * Throughout fiscal year 2025-26, alumnae, faculty, staff, and friends of Meredith College continued to demonstrate the power of the Meredith community through their generosity and engagement. Through their gifts and volunteer service, supporters helped create new opportunities for students and enrich campus life. Their gifts made a meaningful difference, no matter th more

Treasury Dept.: Preliminary Annual Report on U.S. Portfolio Holdings of Foreign Securities at Year-End 2025

WASHINGTON, Sept. 1 (TNSrep) -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * Preliminary Annual Report on U.S. Portfolio Holdings of Foreign Securities at Year-End 2025 Preliminary data from an annual survey of U.S. portfolio holdings of foreign securities at year-end 2025 were released today and posted on the Treasury web site at (https://home.treasury.gov/data/treasury-international-capital-tic-system/tic-forms-instructions/us-claims-on-forei more

Turner Celebrates Completion of New Central Middle School in Greenwich

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizConstruction] -- Turner Construction Co. issued the following news: * * * Turner Celebrates Completion of New Central Middle School in Greenwich * Turner celebrated the completion of the new Greenwich Central Middle School in Greenwich, Connecticut, a state-of-the-art learning environment designed to serve generations of students. Turner provided construction management services for the $112 million project, which includes a new 135,000-square-foot facility b more

Two-year Full-time MBA alumna Suchi Patel (MBA '26) in-depth Q&A interview: "2026 MBA To Watch: Suchi Patel, New York University (Stern)."

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 -- The New York University Stern School of Business issued the following news: * * * Two-year Full-time MBA alumna Suchi Patel (MBA '26) in-depth Q&A interview: "2026 MBA To Watch: Suchi Patel, New York University (Stern)." * Excerpt from Poets&Quants -"Stern's magic is that it's in the heart of downtown Manhattan, making experiential learning a constant opportunity. Being steps from NYC's startup hub in SoHo meant classes didn't stay theoretical: founder meetings, investor more

U.N. Secretary-General Guterres Issues Remarks at Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres issued the following remarks by Secretary-General Antonio Guterres: * * * Secretary-General's remarks at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization summit President Sadyr Zhaparov, Thank you for your kind invitation and wonderful hospitality and organization. Excellencies, Our world is increasingly multipolar. That is a good thing and must be strengthened. Multipolarity is a condition for justice in global governance and i more

U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Joe Morelle for New York's Twenty-Fifth Congressional District

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 [Category: Business] -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce posted the following news release: * * * U.S. Chamber Endorses Rep. Joe Morelle for New York's Twenty-Fifth Congressional District * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce announced its endorsement of Rep. Joe Morelle for New York's Twenty-Fifth Congressional District. The U.S. Chamber endorses candidates for federal office who will support policies that drive innovation, grow the economy, and create opp more

U.S. Chamber Secures Victory Against New York's Retroactive Liability Law

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 [Category: Business] -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce posted the following news release: * * * U.S. Chamber Secures Victory Against New York's Retroactive Liability Law * WASHINGTON, D.C. -The U.S. Chamber of Commerce today secured a victory in a federal lawsuit that challenged the constitutionality of New York's retroactive liability law. Neil Bradley, Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, issued the following statement today o more

UB Alumni Association elects eight new board members

BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 1 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB Alumni Association elects eight new board members * Board members foster UB pride, spirit and traditions and build relationships among UB alumni, connecting them with the university and current students By Barbara Byers BUFFALO, N.Y. - The University at Buffalo Alumni Association Board of Directors has elected eight new members. The group represents the intere more

UBS Optimus Foundation Expands Into Brazil

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release on Aug. 31, 2026: * * * UBS Optimus Foundation expands into Brazil Brazil becomes the Foundation network's 10th onshore location and the first in South America, expanding access to global philanthropy expertise and impact opportunities for clients. Sao Paulo - UBS today announced the launch of "UBS Optimus Brasil" establishing a local presence in the country. Brazil becomes the UBS Optimus Foundation1 more

UBS Statement on WAK-S Recommendation on Banking Regulation

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: * * * UBS statement on WAK-S recommendation on banking regulation Zurich - UBS acknowledges the efforts of the Economic Affairs and Taxation Committee of the Council of States (WAK-S), Switzerland's upper chamber of parliament, to consider alternatives to the Federal Council's extreme proposals on banking regulation. The committee has taken important facts and context into account to inform its recomme more

UMSL redesigns marketing emphasis to prepare students for a rapidly changing industry

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Aug. 31 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus posted the following news: * * * UMSL redesigns marketing emphasis to prepare students for a rapidly changing industry * Students pursuing a marketing emphasis within the Bachelor of Science in Business Administration degree program at the University of Missouri-St. Louis' Ed G. Smith College of Business will have more opportunities to develop the skills and experience needed to succeed in today's evolving marketing more

University of Iowa College of Engineering: NSF Awards $2 Million to Improve Drug Development Through Advanced Computing

IOWA CITY, Iowa, Sept. 2 -- The University of Iowa College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * NSF awards $2 million to improve drug development through advanced computing Researchers at the University of Iowa are leading an effort to develop a new computational method to predict how pharmaceutical compounds crystallize into tablet form, a critical step in bringing new medicines to patients. The four-year, $2 million award from the National Science Foundation (NSF) will address a more

University of Michigan Board of Regents Votes to Appoint C. Cybele Raver Next President

ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 2 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * U-M Board of Regents votes to appoint C. Cybele Raver next president The University of Michigan Board of Regents voted unanimously Tuesday to elect C. Cybele Raver as the university's 17th president, making official the choice announced Aug. 18. Raver will take office Dec. 1. Raver currently serves as provost and vice chancellor for academic affairs at Vanderbilt University, a role she has held since more

USDA Approval Advances Efforts to Restore the American Chestnut

NEW YORK, Aug. 30 -- The State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry posted the following news: * * * USDA Approval Advances Efforts to Restore the American Chestnut * SYRACUSE, N.Y. -Aug. 31, 2026 -Efforts by researchers at SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) to restore the American chestnut tree to the American landscape took a significant leap forward with an approved designation from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) that ESF's more

Utah Helps Defeat New York's $75 Billion Climate Superfund Law

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah, Sept. 2 -- Utah Attorney General Derek Brown issued the following news: * * * Utah helps defeat New York's $75 billion climate superfund law A federal court has struck down New York's Climate Change Superfund Act, blocking the state's attempt to impose $75 billion in penalties on energy producers for decades of lawful energy production. The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York declared the law unenforceable, handing a win to Utah and the 21 other sta more

Velazquez Demands Answers as Culebra's Health Center Is Days from Losing Its Operator

WASHINGTON, Aug. 31 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Velazquez Demands Answers as Culebra's Health Center Is Days from Losing Its Operator * Today, Congresswoman Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) wrote to Puerto Rico Department of Health (PRDOH) Secretary Dr. Victor M. Ramos Otero demanding answers about the Department's abrupt decision to change the administration of the Culebra Center for Diagnosis and Treatment (CDT), the only facility providing hos more

Verizon prepares network for Tropical Storm Edouard

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Verizon prepares network for Tropical Storm Edouard * #At a glance * Network readiness: Verizon has prepared its network with backup generators, satellite assets, and pre-staged equipment designed for reliability during severe weather. * Customer resources: Verizon offers digital preparedness steps to help the community stay connected more

Verizon to speak at upcoming Goldman Sachs and Citi Investor Conferences

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Verizon to speak at upcoming Goldman Sachs and Citi Investor Conferences * #At a glance * Dan Schulman, Verizon CEO, is scheduled to speak at the Goldman Sachs Communacopia + Technology Conference on September 9 at 11:50 a.m. ET. * Tony Skiadas, Verizon CFO, is scheduled to speak at the Citi Global TMT Conference on September 9 at 8: more

Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Calls on the Trump Administration to Stop Defunding the Police and Deliver the $87 Million in Federal Counterterrorism Funds Still Owed to New York

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 1 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Calls on the Trump Administration to Stop Defunding the Police and Deliver the $87 Million in Federal Counterterrorism Funds Still Owed to New York * Governor Kathy Hochul today called on President Trump and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Secretary Markwayne Mullin to fully fund New York's counterterrorism efforts by releasing the more

Washington joins FTC lawsuit alleging Amazon inflated ad pricing

OLYMPIA, Washington, Sept. 2 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * Washington joins FTC lawsuit alleging Amazon inflated ad pricing * A new lawsuit filed today by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and 22 states, including Washington, alleges that Amazon has for years artificially inflated the prices of ads on its e-commerce platform and misrepresented how the company sets ad prices. "Many small business owners in Washington rely on Amazon more

Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences: Antifungal Therapy Shows Potential for IBD Patients With Candida Overgrowth

NEW YORK, Sept. 2 (TNSjou) -- Cornell University - Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences posted the following news: * * * Antifungal Therapy Shows Potential for IBD Patients with Candida Overgrowth A commonly used systemic antifungal medication may help reduce symptoms in a subset of patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) by restoring a healthier gut microbiome, according to a preliminary study by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. The study, published Sept.1 in Nature more

West Virginia Secures Major Legal Victory against New York's Climate Change Superfund Act

CHARLESTON, West Virginia, Aug. 31 -- West Virginia Attorney General John B. McCuskey posted the following news release: * * * West Virginia Secures Major Legal Victory against New York's Climate Change Superfund Act * CHARLESTON, W.Va. -Today, West Virginia Attorney General JB McCuskey announced the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of New York struck down New York's Climate Change Superfund Act, declaring the law unenforceable. The law aimed to impose $75 billion in fines to en more

When Prostate Cancer Treatment Can Wait: Active Surveillance Helps Patients Avoid Unneeded Surgery or Radiation

BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * When Prostate Cancer Treatment Can Wait: Active Surveillance Helps Patients Avoid Unneeded Surgery or Radiation * BUFFALO, N.Y. -One in eight men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime, and it's no longer a one-size-fits-all treatment involving a direct line to the operating room. At Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, speci more

White & Case advises Accolade on increase of its programme to CZK 13 billion and CZK 2.5. billion green bond issuance

NEW YORK, Sept. 1 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * White & Case advises Accolade on increase of its programme to CZK 13 billion and CZK 2.5. billion green bond issuance * White & Case LLP has advised the Accolade Group (Accolade) on its CZK 2.5 billion issuance of 7.000% green notes due 2030. The notes were issued by Accolade Finco Czech 2, s.r.o. and guaranteed by Accolade Holding, a.s. The proceeds will be used to finance or more

White & Case advises Bpifrance on SEQENS Group financial restructuring

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * White & Case advises Bpifrance on SEQENS Group financial restructuring * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Bpifrance, a reference shareholder in the SEQENS Group (SEQENS) since 2021, on the Group's financial restructuring. Upon completion of the contemplated restructuring, the Group's senior lenders will become the new shareholders of SEQENS, reinforcing their long-t more

White & Case advises Racing Club de Lens and Joseph Oughourlian on changes to shareholding structure

NEW YORK, Aug. 31 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * White & Case advises Racing Club de Lens and Joseph Oughourlian on changes to shareholding structure * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Racing Club de Lens and the club's majority shareholder, Joseph Oughourlian, on the entry of Entrepreneur Equity Partners (EPP) and Jean-Paul Lempereur, through a personal investment holding company, into the share capital of Racing more

Wilfrid Laurier University: Paralympian Jason Dunkerley, Comedian Jonny Harris Among Honorary Degree Recipients at Fall Convocation

WATERLOO, Ontario, Sept. 1 -- Wilfrid Laurier University issued the following news release: * * * Paralympian Jason Dunkerley, comedian Jonny Harris among honorary degree recipients at fall convocation BRANTFORD -- As part of Wilfrid Laurier University's fall convocation ceremonies, Paralympian Jason Dunkerley, actor and comedian Jonny Harris, and investment leader Ed Devlin will receive honorary degrees. Indigenous leader and advocate Iris Catholique will receive the Order of Wilfrid Laurier more

Existing Customer Login

News Tipoffs - New York Editors