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"THE DAM IS BREAKING": CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN'S "NO FUNDS FOR IRAN WAR ACT" GAINS SUPPORT AS HOUSE AGAIN VOTES TO END WAR IN IRAN

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * "THE DAM IS BREAKING": CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN'S "NO FUNDS FOR IRAN WAR ACT" GAINS SUPPORT AS HOUSE AGAIN VOTES TO END WAR IN IRAN * "The Dam is Breaking": Congressman Pat Ryan's "No Funds for Iran War Act" Gains Support as House Again Votes to End War in Iran For more than six months, the Trump Administration has waged war in Iran without Congressional approval, costing Americans more than $100 billion more

'Mr. C' Scholarship to Support Future Educators at SUNY Potsdam

POTSDAM, New York, Sept. 16 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus posted the following news: * * * 'Mr. C' Scholarship to Support Future Educators at SUNY Potsdam * The donors behind a special commemorative scholarship fund at SUNY Potsdam have updated its scope, as they seek to fulfill the legacy of its namesake. The "Mr. C" Scholarship honors the memory of the late alumnus and Professor Emeritus William Champney '64, a beloved long-time educator at his alma mater. Established more

'So Much Innovation': Cross-Disciplinary Research Incubator Launched at Fordham

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Fordham University issued the following news: * * * 'So Much Innovation': Cross-Disciplinary Research Incubator Launched at Fordham September 16, 2026 - By Chris Gosier Fordham University has launched a new research hub to get professors from different specialties working together on tough problems facing society. The Transdisciplinary Research Incubator brings together faculty and students from diverse fields of study to work on innovative research projects in areas more

2026 Thomas E. Lovejoy Prize to be Awarded During Climate Week in New York City on Wednesday, Sept. 23

BRONX, New York, Sept. 16 [Category: Environment] -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: * * * 2026 Thomas E. Lovejoy Prize to be Awarded During Climate Week in New York City on Wednesday, Sept. 23 * New York, Sept. 16, 2026 \-The Amazon is approaching a critical moment as climate change, deforestation, fire, and other pressures threaten one of the planet's most important ecosystems. During New York City Climate Week, leading conservation organizations will c more

Adelphi Named a Forbes Best-in-State Employer for Sixth Consecutive Year

GARDEN CITY, New York, Sept. 17 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: * * * Adelphi Named a Forbes Best-in-State Employer for Sixth Consecutive Year September 16, 2026 - By Taylor Damian '14, Director for Media Relations For the sixth year in a row, Adelphi University has been named to the Forbes list of America's Best Employers By State. Adelphi ranked No. 55 in New York state and stands as the only private university on Long Island to earn a spot on the 2026 list. Of the thous more

Adrian College President Docking Presents 'What I Learned in Class' at Convocation

ADRIAN, Michigan, Sept. 17 -- Adrian College issued the following news release: * * * Adrian College President Docking presents 'What I Learned in Class' at Convocation Posted Tuesday, September 15, 2026 Author: Mickey Alvarado Adrian College President Jeffrey Docking addressed faculty, staff, and students on the topic of "What I Learned in Class" at Adrian College's Opening Convocation in the Dr. James Borland Convocation Series on Wednesday, Sept. 9, in Herrick Chapel. Reflecting on his more

Agudath Israel Calls for Passage of Right to Worship Act at Capitol Hill Press Conference

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Religion] -- Agudath Israel of America, an arm and voice of American Orthodox Jewry, posted the following news: * * * Agudath Israel Calls for Passage of Right to Worship Act at Capitol Hill Press Conference * Rabbi Yossie Charner, Agudath Israel's director of congressional affairs, spoke at a press conference today on Capitol Hill calling for the passage of the bipartisan Right to Worship Act. The Right to Worship Act, introduced by Senators Ted Cruz (R-TX) an more

Air France to Move Into New York-JFK's New Terminal One, Unveiling New 2,700-square-metre Lounge

TREMBLAY-EN-FRANCE, France, Sept. 17 -- Air France issued the following news release: * * * September 15, 2026 Air France to move into New York-JFK's New Terminal One, unveiling a new 2,700-square-metre lounge - Starting next year, Air France will transfer all its flights to New York JFK's New Terminal One, providing customers with an enhanced travel experience. The airline will also unveil a new lounge spanning more than 2,700 sq. m, making it the largest lounge in its international networ more

Akin Secures Complete Summary Judgment Victory in Securities Class Action

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Akin Gump, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Akin Secures Complete Summary Judgment Victory in Securities Class Action September 16, 2026 (New York and Dallas) - Akin announced today that it has achieved a significant victory on behalf of former Nikola Corporation director Jeffrey Ubben in a securities fraud class action in the U.S. District Court for the District of Arizona in the case Borteanu v. Nikola Corp. et al. On September 9, 2026, the cou more

Alfred State students to work Buffalo Bills games at Highmark Stadium

ALFRED, New York, Sept. 16 -- The Alfred State College posted the following news: * * * Alfred State students to work Buffalo Bills games at Highmark Stadium * If you are heading to a Buffalo Bills game at the new Highmark Stadium this season it is likely that you will be assisted by an Alfred State student that is working in the Guest Experience department. For the fifth year, Alfred State students had the opportunity to apply for a job and join the guest experience team. This season, 65 s more

Alumni News Roundup - September 16, 2026

GREENCASTLE, Indiana, Sept. 16 -- DePauw University posted the following news: * * * Alumni News Roundup - September 16, 2026 * Mary Ardery '15 was honored by the 2026 Indiana Authors Awards as the Debut Winner for her poetry "Level Watch." Bennett Ayres '00 was honored by the 2026 Indiana Authors Awards as the Drama Winner for his play "And I Will Follow." Nate Baker '18 promoted to associate head track and field coach at University of Louisiana Monroe. Gil Duran '98 has penned a New Yor more

American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: New York Times Hits a Disgusting Low

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary: * * * The New York Times Hits a Disgusting Low By Logan Sekulow September 17 The New York Times has just reached an all-new low. It published an article that criticized Israel as having a victim mentality regarding the atrocities of October 7. After a major backlash, the publication removed the sentence and posted an apology. It's been nearly three years since the October 7 attacks in Israel, wh more

American Express and Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality Expand Aspire Lounge Partnership in Canada

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * American Express and Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality Expand Aspire Lounge Partnership in Canada * New co-branded lounges build on the companies' inaugural partnership at Montreal-Trudeau International Airport American Express and Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality (Aspire), Swissport International's airport hospitality business, today announced an expansion of their lounge partnership more

American Express et Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality Elargissent Leur Partenariat Concernant les Salons Aspire au Canada

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * American Express et Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality Elargissent Leur Partenariat Concernant les Salons Aspire au Canada * Ces nouveaux salons de marques s'inscrivent dans la continuite du partenariat initial entre les deux entreprises a l'aeroport international de Montreal-Trudeau American Express et Aspire Pre-Flight Hospitality (Aspire), la marque d'hospitalite aeroportuaire de more

American Express Expands Its Global Lounge Collection with New Centurion Lounge at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- American Express posted the following news release: * * * American Express Expands Its Global Lounge Collection with New Centurion Lounge at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol * The new location in Amsterdam is the first in continental Europe to carry the Centurion Lounge name, marking another milestone in the continued growth of the American Express Global Lounge Collection. NEW YORK -Today, American Express announced The Centurion(r) Lounge more

Anderon, an IBM Company, Finalizes Agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce for a $1 Billion CHIPS Award to Accelerate R&D for U.S.-Based Pure-Play Quantum Foundry

ARMONK, New York, Sept. 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release: * * * Anderon, an IBM Company, Finalizes Agreement with the U.S. Department of Commerce for a $1 Billion CHIPS Award to Accelerate R&D for U.S.-Based Pure-Play Quantum Foundry * ALBANY, NY, September 16, 2026 - Today, Anderon LLC ("Anderon"), an IBM (NYSE: IBM) company, announced the finalization of a $1 billion award under the CHIPS and Science Act with the U.S. Department of Commerce (th more

Ann Dye Named Vice President, Business Operations of Hachette Book Group

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Hachette Book Group issued the following news release: * * * Ann Dye Named Vice President, Business Operations of Hachette Book Group New York, NY (September 15, 2026) -- Hachette Book Group (HBG) announced today that Ann Dye has been named Vice President, Business Operations, Hachette Book Group beginning on September 21. The appointment was made by Senior Vice President, Commercial Ops, Ed Spade, to whom Dye will report. In this new role, Dye will be a strategic part more

Art Industry Veteran Catherine Edmonson Selected as Southern Miss Gallery Director

HATTIESBURG, Mississippi, Sept. 16 -- The University of Southern Mississippi posted the following news: * * * Art Industry Veteran Catherine Edmonson Selected as Southern Miss Gallery Director * Catherine Edmonson The University of Southern Mississippi School of Performing and Visual Arts has appointed Catherine Parker Edmonson as director of the Gallery of Art and Design. An art historian with more than two decades of international and local experience, Edmonson takes the helm of a space l more

ATF Recognizes Achievements of Employees and Law Enforcement Partners at the 2025 and 2026 ATF Awards Ceremony

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 ATF recognizes achievements of employees and law enforcement partners at the 2025 and 2026 ATF awards ceremony WASHINGTON -- ATF Director Rob Cekada and Deputy Director Kristen deTineo celebrated the extraordinary contributions of employees and law enforcement partners at the 2025 and 2026 ATF Awards Ceremony held at the ATF He more

Attorney General James Secures More Than $1 Million in Refunds for New Yorkers Cheated by Westchester Car Dealerships

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 16 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Secures More Than $1 Million in Refunds for New Yorkers Cheated by Westchester Car Dealerships * September 16, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today secured more than $1 million in refunds for New Yorkers who were unfairly overcharged by two Westchester car dealerships, DARCARS of Railroad Avenue, Inc. (DARCARS Lexus) and MT Kisco Auto more

Attorney General James, IMPACCT Brooklyn, HCR, and HPD Preserve Affordable Housing in Central Brooklyn

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 16 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James, IMPACCT Brooklyn, HCR, and HPD Preserve Affordable Housing in Central Brooklyn * September 16, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James, IMPACCT Brooklyn (IMPACCT) Executive Director Jamal Clayton Robinson, New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas, and New York City Department of Housing Preservation an more

Audio & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Is a Guest on NY1's "Inside City Hall"

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 15 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Audio & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Is a Guest on NY1's "Inside City Hall" * Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul was a guest on NY1's "Inside City Hall" with Errol Louis. AUDIO: The Governor's remarks are available in audio form here. A rush transcript of the Governor's remarks is available below: Errol Louis, NY1: Good evening and welcome back to the program. Governor Hochul: Grea more

Australian Employers Brace for Arbitration as IR Reforms Make Bargaining More Complex, Resource Heavy and Less Productive: HSF Kramer Survey

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 (TNSrpt) -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Australian employers brace for arbitration as IR reforms make bargaining more complex, resource heavy and less productive: HSF Kramer survey 16 Sep 2026 Australian employers could be heading towards more enterprise bargaining arbitration as organisations feel the aftershocks of the Australian Government's industrial relations reforms (IR reforms), a survey by Herbert Smith Freehil more

BAE Systems Receives $16 Million to Qualify RH45 Technology for Radiation-hardened Space Missions

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- BAE Systems issued the following news release: * * * BAE Systems receives $16 million to qualify RH45(R) technology for radiation-hardened space missions 16 September 2026 Advanced RH45 ASIC Storefront delivers custom development solution - enhancing reliability and resilience for natural and strategic radiation environments - BAE Systems has received $16 million in Defense Production Act Title III funding via the Department of War's (DOW) Warfighting Inves more

Benedictine Hosts Moving 9/11 Remembrance and "Stars & Stripes" Day

ATCHISON, Kansas, Sept. 15 -- Benedictine College issued the following news: * * * Benedictine Hosts Moving 9/11 Remembrance and "Stars & Stripes" Day * Benedictine College hosted two moving ceremonies back-to-back in mid-September, remembering the victims of the 9/11 terrorist attacks and first responders on September 11 and honoring military personnel past and present during its "Stars and Stripes" Celebration on September 12. 9/11 Remembrance On Friday, Benedictine College President Ste more

Best of the best: A senior thesis wins national honors

SCHENECTADY, New York, Sept. 16 -- Union College posted the following news: * * * Best of the best: A senior thesis wins national honors * Eleanor Peterson '26 never expected her senior thesis to turn any heads, but that's exactly what it's done. Her paper, "The Unitary Executive Theory Realized: The Office of Legal Counsel on Privilege, Removal, and National Security," was recently named 2026 Best Undergraduate Honors Thesis (qualitative) by Pi Sigma Alpha, the National Political Science more

Big challenges, shared solutions

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Big challenges, shared solutions * Behind many everyday IT challenges are communities of colleagues working together to find better solutions. Recent discussions in Cornell's Service Management Special Interest Group (SIG) explored knowledge management, or how to make information easier to find, maintain, and share across teams. The conversation is one example of how Cornell's SIGs bring people together to exch more

Binghamton Alumni Make a Difference in Veteran Healthcare

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 16 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Pharmacists answer the call to serve Binghamton alumni make a difference in veteran healthcare By Ethan Knox '20 September 15, 2026 No degree from Binghamton University's School of Pharmacy and Pharmaceutical Sciences (SOPPS) looks exactly alike -- even for the students who end up in the same field. But there is one thing they all share: a need and desire to help those who need it. This is perhaps espe more

Bipartisan TWICE Act Championed by Reps. Carter, Higgins Passes in the House

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Troy Carter, D-Louisiana, issued the following news release: * * * Bipartisan TWICE Act Championed by Reps. Carter, Higgins Passes in the House * Today, Congressman Troy A. Carter, Sr. (D-LA) announced that the bipartisan TWIC Efficiency (TWICE) Act introduced by himself and Congressman Clay Higgins (R-LA), passed in the U.S. House of Representatives. This legislation will improve access to the Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) program by ass more

Bob Woodruff, award-winning ABC News correspondent,to deliver annual Amanpour lecture

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, Sept. 16 -- The University of Rhode Island posted the following news: * * * Bob Woodruff, award-winning ABC News correspondent,to deliver annual Amanpour lecture * KINGSTON, R.I. - Sept. 16, 2026 - Bob Woodruff, an award-winning correspondent for ABC News who has covered the world's most influential stories over the last three decades, will deliver the University of Rhode Island's 2026 Christiane Amanpour Lecture on Tuesday, Oct. 6, at 4 p.m. in the Robert J. Higgins more

BSU's Summer Missions Program helps MC students spread the Gospel throughout the world

CLINTON, Mississippi, Sept. 16 -- Mississippi Christian University posted the following news: * * * BSU's Summer Missions Program helps MC students spread the Gospel throughout the world * A record 30 Mississippi Christian University students visited five continents this summer to share the message of Christ through the Baptist Student Union's Summer Missions Program. Student missionaries served with the North American Mission Board, the International Mission Board and the Mississippi Bapti more

CAIR Welcomes Rhode Island Resolution Rejecting Anti-Islam Hate

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR Welcomes Rhode Island Resolution Rejecting Anti-Islam Hate September 16, 2026 The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today welcomed the approval of the "Hate Has No Place Resolution" by leaders in South Kingstown, Rhode Island. The South Kingstown Town Council passed the resolution on Monday night follo more

Catholic League Issues Commentary: We Support 'Right To Worship Act'

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- 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 by President Bill Donohue: * * * WE SUPPORT "RIGHT TO WORSHIP ACT" Today, Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY) and Congressman Brad Knott (R-NC) will hold a press conference at noon at The House Triangle in Washington urging support for legislation they are co-sponsori more

Celebrating "What Holds Us" on iPhone 18 Pro

CUPERTINO, California, Sept. 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news: * * * Celebrating "What Holds Us" on iPhone 18 Pro * Moments of touch, gaze, care, and shared experience -these are the core facets of "What Holds Us," a new photography exhibition that showcases original work shot exclusively on the brand-new iPhone 18 Pro. Exploring the people, places, and ideas that connect and g more

Central New York Community Foundation Welcomes New Hire

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 17 -- The Central New York Community Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Sep 16, 2026 Central New York Community Foundation Welcomes New Hire The Central New York Community Foundation has hired Madeline Thibault, Esq., as Philanthropic Advisor. Thibault brings experience in legal advocacy, civic engagement and community development through her work as an attorney, advocate and organizer. Prior to joining the Community Foundation, Thibault advised a more

Chairman Emeritus McCaul Discusses Evolutions in Counterterrorism 25 Years After 9/11 at CHS Hearing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Michael T. McCaul, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Chairman Emeritus McCaul Discusses Evolutions in Counterterrorism 25 Years After 9/11 at CHS Hearing * WASHINGTON - At today's House Homeland Security Committee hearing, Congressman Michael McCaul (R-Texas) -chairman emeritus and current vice chair of the committee -spoke with DC Fire and EMS Department Chief John Donnelly, FDNY Chief of Fire Prevention Thomas Currao, and Chief Secretary Officer more

Chairman Rick Scott, Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand Hold First-Ever Congressional Hearing on Menopause

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, ranking member of the Senate Special Committee on Aging issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Chairman Rick Scott, Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand Hold First-Ever Congressional Hearing on Menopause WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Chairman Rick Scott joined Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand to lead a hearing entitled, "Half the Country, Zero Hearings: Meeting the Moment to End the Menopause Care Gap in America." The more

Chairman Rick Scott, Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand Hold First-Ever Congressional Hearing on Menopause

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Rick Scott, R-Florida, chairman of the Senate Special Committee on Aging, issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Chairman Rick Scott, Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand Hold First-Ever Congressional Hearing on Menopause WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, Chairman Rick Scott joined Ranking Member Kirsten Gillibrand to lead a hearing entitled, "Half the Country, Zero Hearings: Meeting the Moment to End the Menopause Care Gap in America." The Senate Specia more

Chancellor announces Bank of England appointments

LONDON, England, Sept. 16 -- His Majesty's Treasury issued the following news: * * * Chancellor announces Bank of England appointments * David Craig and Paul Nowak are appointed to four-year terms until 31 August 2030. Hanneke Smits will begin her four-year term on 1 January 2027, until 31 December 2030. David Craig and Paul Nowak take up the positions vacated by Sir Ron Kalifa and Baroness Frances O'Grady. David Craig and Paul Nowak will attend their first Court meetings on 17 September a more

Child Malnutrition Rates are Rising in Kenya, New Analyses Show

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Sociological] -- Action Against Hunger posted the following news release: * * * Child Malnutrition Rates are Rising in Kenya, New Analyses Show * Nairobi/New York -In Kenya, more than 883,000 children under age five now require immediate assistance as acute malnutrition worsens across the country, according to the new IPC Acute Food Insecurity and Acute Malnutrition Analysis. This represents an increase of over 20,000 cases in children since the last analysis pu more

Circle Launches Arc Mainnet, an Economic Operating System for the Internet

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Circle Internet Financial, a financial technology firm, issued the following news release: * * * Circle Launches Arc Mainnet, an Economic Operating System for the Internet * Secured by the institutions that run the world's financial infrastructure, Arc goes live with more than 100 institutional and ecosystem builders on day one, offering a new era in blockchain networks, and built for the Agentic Economic Era NEW YORK - SE more

CIS Releases the CIS MCP Server Benchmark v1.0.0

EAST GREENBUSH, New York, Sept. 16 [Category: Computer Technology] -- The Center for Internet Security issued the following news release: * * * CIS Releases the CIS MCP Server Benchmark v1.0.0 New CIS Benchmark helps organizations securely connect AI assistants and agents to data, applications, and online services CLIFTON PARK, N.Y., Sept. 16, 2026 -The Center for Internet Security, Inc. (CIS(r)) today announced the release of the CIS MCP Server Benchmark v1.0.0, a consensus-developed set of more

Citi Raises Base Rate

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release: * * * Citi Raises Base Rate September 16, 2026 NEW YORK -- Citibank, N.A. said today it has raised its base lending rate to 7.00% from 6.75%, effective tomorrow, Thursday, September 17, 2026. * * * About Citi Citi is a preeminent banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs, a global leader in wealth management and more

Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory: Placenta Study Identifies Earliest Signs of Autism Risk

COLD SPRING HARBOR, New York, Sept. 17 (TNSjou) -- The Cold Spring Harbor Laboratory issued the following news: * * * Placenta study identifies earliest signs of autism risk 16 September 2026 The Takeaway CSHL Associate Professor Lucas Cheadle and postdoc Irene Sanchez Martin have discovered that inflammation during a specific window of pregnancy contributes to autism-like traits in males only. Their study establishes a link between placenta health and autism risk, which could point to new more

Colorado to receive $2 million from nationwide Abbott settlement related to contaminated infant formula allegations

DENVER, Colorado, Sept. 16 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Colorado to receive $2 million from nationwide Abbott settlement related to contaminated infant formula allegations * Sept. 16, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser announced today that Colorado will receive approximately $2 million from a nationwide settlement agreement with Abbott Laboratories to settle allegations that the company filed false claims with federal and state p more

Columbia University School of the Arts: 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' by Olivia Newman '12 Wins Emmy for Outstanding Movie

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The Columbia University School of the Arts issued the following news: * * * 'Remarkably Bright Creatures' by Olivia Newman '12 Wins Emmy for Outstanding Movie By Emily Hollander, Eve Bromberg September 16, 2026 The 78th Emmy Awards were held in Los Angeles on September 14, 2026 with numerous Columbia alums and their affiliated shows well-represented in both the Primetime and Creative Arts Emmy Awards nominations. Among the winners is Olivia Newman '12, director and ex more

Columbia University School of the Arts: Playwriting Alum Mo Holmes '26 Receives the 2026 Yale Drama Prize

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The Columbia University School of the Arts issued the following news: * * * Playwriting Alum Mo Holmes '26 Receives the 2026 Yale Drama Prize By Eve Bromberg September 16, 2026 Playwright, librettist, and dramaturg Mo Holmes '26 has been awarded the 2026 Yale Drama Prize for her play Amanda. Holmes's play was selected by Pulitzer- and Tony-winning playwright and current Yale faculty member Branden Jacobs-Jenkins. Past recipients of this prize include playwright and Nor more

Columbia University Teachers College: Hip-Hop Education Enters a New Era in the Bronx

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- Columbia University Teachers College issued the following news: * * * Hip-Hop Education Enters a New Era in the Bronx The Bronx School of Hip-Hop was co-created by TC's Maxine Greene Chair for Distinguished Contributions to Education, Christopher Emdin - This month, close to 100 ninth-graders began classes at the nation's first public high school dedicated to hip-hop. At the Bronx School for Hip-Hop, students will learn about the culture, music and business of hip-hop, more

Columbia University Teachers College: Monique Herena (M.A. '17) Named HR Executive of the Year

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- Columbia University Teachers College issued the following news: * * * Monique Herena (M.A. '17) Named HR Executive of the Year Monique Herena (M.A. '17), Chief Colleague Experience Officer at American Express, has been named the 2026 HR Executive of the Year by the field's leading publication, HR Executive. Honored for her innovative approach to professional development, employee experience and change leadership in the age of AI, Herena is a graduate of TC's Executive Ma more

Commerce Committee Passes Peters' Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- Sen. Gary Peters, D-Michigan, issued the following news release: * * * 09.16.2026 Commerce Committee Passes Peters' Bipartisan Bill to Bolster Great Lakes Conservation Efforts Bill Would Expand Federal Funding Opportunities for the Great Lakes Commission Which Leads Regional Efforts to Protect Our Great Lakes and Vital Water Resources WASHINGTON, DC - The Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation Committee passed bipartisan legislation led by U.S. Senator Gary Pet more

Committees Release Third Interim Staff Report on ActBlue

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wisconsin, chairman of the House Administration Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Committees Release Third Interim Staff Report on ActBlue September 16, 2026 WASHINGTON - Today, the Committee on House Administration, the House Judiciary Committee, and the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform released a joint interim staff report titled, "Fraud on ActBlue, Part III: ActBlue's Failure to Prevent Illegal Foreig more

Compassion over cruelty: a call for empathy in incarceration

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Compassion over cruelty: a call for empathy in incarceration * Civil rights attorney Joseph Margulies distills his personal moral philosophy into just eight words: "There is no them, there is only us." A professor of the practice in the Department of Government, in the College of Arts and Sciences, Margulies has spent decades getting to know and defending people accused of heinous crimes. Some were imprisoned more

Congressman Langworthy Announces House Passage of his Northern Border Security and Enhancement Review Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Langworthy Announces House Passage of his Northern Border Security and Enhancement Review Act * #Bipartisan bill requires regular assessments of northern border threats and stronger congressional oversight Washington, D.C.-September 16th... Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced that the House of Representatives passed his Northern Border Security Enhancement and Review Act ( more

Congresswoman Tenney Highlights Fort Ontario Legislation at House Natural Resources Committee Hearing

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Tenney Highlights Fort Ontario Legislation at House Natural Resources Committee Hearing * Washington, D.C. -Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today highlighted her Fort Ontario Holocaust Refugee Shelter National Historical Park Establishment Act (H.R. 1031) during a House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Federal Lands legislative hearing, where Oswego County Clerk Terry Wilbur, more

Congresswoman Tenney's End Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act Passes the House

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Claudia Tenney, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congresswoman Tenney's End Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act Passes the House * Washington, D.C. -Congresswoman Claudia Tenney (NY-24) today announced that the House of Representatives unanimously passed her End Tax Penalties on American Hostages Act (H.R. 9496).This commonsense legislation would ensure Americans held hostage or unlawfully or wrongfully detained abroad are not punished by t more

Cornell military community climbs to honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Cornell military community climbs to honor the 25th anniversary of 9/11 attacks * At 5:40 a.m., the steady sound of footsteps cut across the quiet of Cornell's campus, a persistent rhythm that echoed through Schoellkopf Stadium in the hours just before sunrise. Under the glow of stadium lights, feet climbed concrete steps as sweat glistened on the faces of more than 200 cadets, veterans, staff and community mem more

Crowell & Moring Adds Senior DOJ, FTC Attorneys to Antitrust Practice

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Crowell and Moring, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Crowell & Moring Adds Senior DOJ, FTC Attorneys to Antitrust Practice * Washington - September 16, 2026: Crowell & Moring announced today the addition of two senior antitrust attorneys from the U.S. Justice Department (DOJ) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to the firm's Antitrust and Competition Group. Rebecca Valentine joins Crowell as a partner in Washington, D.C. from the DO more

Daines on Fox Business: "We Cannot Slow Down in the Race Against China"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, issued the following news release: * * * Daines on Fox Business: "We Cannot Slow Down in the Race Against China" * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Stuart Varney on Fox Business to discuss the latest on diesel prices and race in AI against China. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on diesel fuel prices: We are farm and ranch country in Montana. We pride ourselves on that rich heritage. Look, the farmers and r more

Daines on Fox News: "We Need to Be Gold Medalists in the AI Race"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Steve Daines, R-Montana, issued the following news release: * * * Daines on Fox News: "We Need to Be Gold Medalists in the AI Race" * "The complexity of AI far exceeds the capacity of the government to understand and regulate it" WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Steve Daines today joined Harris Faulkner on Fox News to discuss the latest on artificial intelligence policy and the race against China. Watch the full exchange HERE. Daines on the AI race versus China more

Dan Levy Appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Data Officer, Hachette

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Hachette Book Group issued the following news release: * * * Dan Levy Appointed Senior Vice President, Chief Data Officer, Hachette New York, NY (September 16, 2026) -- Hachette Book Group (HBG) announced today that Dan Levy has been appointed to Senior Vice President, Chief Data Officer, Hachette beginning today. Levy steps into this role after 5 years at HBG, most recently holding the title of Vice President, Data Intelligence Group. The promotion was made by Brendan more

Dana-Farber's Edward Chouchani, PhD, selected as a 2026 Blavatnik National Award finalist

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Dana-Farber Cancer Institute issued the following news release: * * * Dana-Farber's Edward Chouchani, PhD, selected as a 2026 Blavatnik National Award finalist * Edward Chouchani, PhD, principal investigator of the Chouchani Lab at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, was one of 18 scientists named as finalists for the 2026 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists, a significant prize for early-career researchers. Presented by th more

Davids, Evans Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Streamline Social Security Survivor Benefits for Families

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Sharice Davids, D-Kansas, issued the following news release: * * * Davids, Evans Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Streamline Social Security Survivor Benefits for Families * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Representatives Sharice Davids (D-KS-03) and Gabe Evans (R-CO-08) introduced bipartisan legislation to streamline and modernize how surviving spouses, children, and dependent parents apply for Social Security survivor benefits. The bill would help families avoid long phon more

Delta One uncorks bold new wine program, brings Napa icons and global classics onboard

ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 16 [Category: BizTravel] -- Delta Air Lines posted the following news: * * * Delta One uncorks bold new wine program, brings Napa icons and global classics onboard * At Delta, every detail of the travel experience is designed to help customers connect with the world around them. That philosophy is at the heart of Delta's new wine program, a thoughtfully curated collection that balances iconic Napa Valley producers with globally recognized wine regions, pouring onboard more

Drug molecule finds way to make square peg fit round hole

BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 16 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * Drug molecule finds way to make square peg fit round hole * Concept of fitting a square peg in a round hole. University at Buffalo researchers have developed a drug molecule that causes its target protein to adapt to its shape. Molecule's unusual binding strategy causes target protein to change shape, offering new approach to drug design By Tom Dinki BUFFALO more

Emmy Awards, Bielefeld Science Prize, American Cancer Society Awards, and More Accolades for Columbians

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Columbia University issued the following news: * * * Emmy Awards, Bielefeld Science Prize, American Cancer Society Awards, and More Accolades for Columbians From medicine to writing to social sciences, here are the Columbians who received awards recently. September 16, 2026 Columbia News produces a monthly newsletter (subscribe here!) and article series featuring a roundup of awards and milestones that Columbia faculty, staff, and students have received in recent days. more

Environmental Defense Fund: Senate Farm Bill Doesn't Meet the Needs of Today's Farmers

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following news release: * * * Senate farm bill doesn't meet the needs of today's farmers Statement from EDF VP for Political and Government Affairs Joanna Slaney September 16, 2026 - (WASHINGTON) - Today, the Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry passed its Agricultural Act of 2026: Farm Bill 2.0 through markup. The bill redirects nearly $2 billion away from the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) more

Federal Register: Justice Dept. Issues Antitrust Notice Following 1EdTech Consortium Membership Updates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-1EdTech Consortium, Inc. (F/K/A IMS Global Learning Consortium, Inc.) Notice is hereby given that, on July 2, 2026, pursuant to section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. ("the Act"), 1EdTech Consortium, Inc. (f/k/a IM more

Federal Register: Justice Dept. Issues Antitrust Notice Following Information Warfare Research Project Consortium Membership Updates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Information Warfare Research Project Consortium Notice is hereby given that, on July 7, 2026, pursuant to section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. ("the Act"), Information Warfare Research Project Consortium ("IWRP C more

Federal Register: Justice Dept. Issues Antitrust Notice Following Medical CBRN Defense Consortium Membership Updates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-Medical CBRN Defense Consortium Notice is hereby given that, on January 7, 2026, pursuant to section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. ("the Act"), Medical CBRN Defense Consortium ("MCDC") has filed written notificati more

Federal Register: Justice Dept. Issues Antitrust Notice Following MLCommons Association Membership Updates

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Justice Antitrust Division issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Notice Pursuant to the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993-MLCommons Association Notice is hereby given that, on July 2, 2026, pursuant to section 6(a) of the National Cooperative Research and Production Act of 1993, 15 U.S.C. 4301 et seq. (the "Act"), MLCommons Association ("MLCommons") filed written notifications simultaneously wit more

Forbes Names Two Hunton Partners Among its 2026 America's Top Lawyers

DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 16 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Hunton Andrews Kurth, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Forbes Names Two Hunton Partners Among its 2026 America's Top Lawyers * Hunton partners Ann Marie Mortimer and Lisa J. Sotto have been recognized by Forbes among its 2026 list of America's Top Lawyers. The list, now in its third year, honors top lawyers who "offer more than just legal acumen-they are a trusted counselor in every sense of the word." Through a rigorous, multi- more

Fordham Law Launches New Clinic Focused on LGBTQ+ Litigation

BRONX, New York, Sept. 17 -- Fordham University School of Law issued the following news: * * * Fordham Law Launches New Clinic Focused on LGBTQ+ Litigation By Suzi Morales on September 16, 2026 Fordham Law's new LGBTQ+ Litigation Clinic, launching this fall, will represent marginalized LGBTQ+ clients in criminal and civil matters across legal disciplines and from trial to post-conviction, filling a gap in access to justice not often addressed in experiential legal education. Associate Clin more

Fu Foundation School of Engineering & Applied Science of Columbia University: Mining is Essential. It Doesn't Have to Be Wasteful.

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The Fu Foundation School of Engineering and Applied Science of Columbia University issued the following news: * * * Mining is Essential. It Doesn't Have to be Wasteful. Greeshma Gadikota lays out new approaches in mining, refining, and recycling that stand to revolutionize how the U.S. acquires essential resources. September 16, 2026 Grant Currin Nearly every technology today relies on raw materials that began underground as ores and other deposits. The United States more

FUJIFILM Business Innovation Recognizes 42 Global Achievements in Print Excellence at the Innovation Print Awards 2026 Global

VALHALLA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Fujifilm, a subsidiary of Fujifilm Holdings that executes regional business for digital cameras, medical systems, photo printing, data storage and biopharmaceuticals, issued the following news release:: * * * FUJIFILM Business Innovation Recognizes 42 Global Achievements in Print Excellence at the Innovation Print Awards 2026 Global Reflecting Continued Growth and Expanding Worldwide Reach Tokyo, September 16, 2026 - FUJIFILM Business Innovation announces toda more

Gillibrand Demands Immediate Action On Artificial Intelligence, Tariffs, And Menopause Care In CNN Interview

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Demands Immediate Action On Artificial Intelligence, Tariffs, And Menopause Care In CNN Interview * ***Watch Senator Gillibrand's Full Interview Here Today, in an interview on CNN's The Situation Room, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D-NY) called for immediate congressional action on regulating artificial intelligence, repealing President Trump's 50% tariffs on Canada, and provi more

Gillibrand Statement On Astronomical $38 Billion Cost Of The Iran War

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Gillibrand Statement On Astronomical $38 Billion Cost Of The Iran War * Today, in response to Congress' nonpartisan scorekeeper releasing its finding that the war in Iran has cost taxpayers $38 billion so far, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand issued the following statement: "Donald Trump is wasting billions of taxpayer dollars fighting a reckless war of choice overseas while working families more

Governor Hochul Launches FloodSafe NY to Build More Resilient Communities

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 16 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Launches FloodSafe NY to Build More Resilient Communities * Governor Hochul today announced the launch of FloodSafe NY, a partnership between the Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) and the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) to develop a first-in-the-nation statewide Hydrologic Monitoring Network to help communities better understand and predict flooding, so they can re more

Governor Kehoe Signs Executive Order Establishing Safeguards on Automated License Plate Readers

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- Gov. Mike Kehoe, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Kehoe Signs Executive Order Establishing Safeguards on Automated License Plate Readers * Jefferson City First Governor in the nation to take action that protects the privacy of citizens while preserving the legitimate law enforcement uses of the technology Today, Governor Mike Kehoe signed Executive Order 26-18, establishing strict safeguards on the use of Automated License more

GW Law to Host Preview of the U.S. Supreme Court's 2026 October Term

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The George Washington University Law School posted the following news: * * * GW Law to Host Preview of the U.S. Supreme Court's 2026 October Term * GW Law faculty will provide their expertise on the key cases facing the U.S. Supreme Court in its upcoming October term on Tuesday, September 22, at the law school. Taking advantage of GW Law's prime location blocks away from the White House, U.S. Capitol Building, and the Supreme Court, the Supreme Court Preview is an an more

He's Not 'Honky-Tonk': Vincent Mason brings authentic country-pop sound to 2026 Bulldog Bash

STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Sept. 16 -- Mississippi State University posted the following news: * * * He's Not 'Honky-Tonk': Vincent Mason brings authentic country-pop sound to 2026 Bulldog Bash * Contact: Harriet Laird STARKVILLE, Miss.-Country music singer-songwriter Vincent Mason has gone from breakout TikToker to one of the hottest new artists in the genre. That climb now has the country radio chart-topper set to perform on Mississippi State's biggest concert stage, Bulldog Bash. MSU's am more

Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Deepens Commitment to Accessibility Through Expanded Partnership With Sociability

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer LLP, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer deepens commitment to accessibility through expanded partnership with Sociability 17 Sep 2026 Leading global law firm Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer has strengthened its partnership with UK accessibility platform Sociability, building on its pro bono relationship to help make its workplaces more accessible and inclusive. The expanded partnership reflects the f more

Hilton Worldwide Holdings: NoMad Singapore Opens for Reservations

MCLEAN, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * Sep 16, 2026 NoMad Singapore Opens for Reservations * Reservations are now live for NoMad's first destination in Asia Pacific. * Ahead of its opening in late 2026, the hotel reveals a first look at its guest rooms and art programme. SINGAPORE - Bookings are now live for NoMad Hilton Singapore, which is set to open in late 2026, marking the brand's debut in Asia Pacific. Positioned to meet growi more

Hispanic Federation Denounces President Trump's Call for Voters to 'Cheat Like Hell"

NEW YORK, Sept. 11 -- The Hispanic Federation, an organization that supports and strengthens Latino institutions through education, health, immigration, civic engagement, economic empowerment and the environment, issued the following news release: * * * Hispanic Federation Denounces President Trump's Call for Voters to 'Cheat Like Hell" September 11, 2026 New York, NY -- Yesterday, President Trump called on his supporters to "cheat like hell" in the upcoming midterm elections during the Repu more

Hope College Accepted into NORDP Consultants Program Cohort

HOLLAND, Michigan, Sept. 16 -- Hope College posted the following news: * * * Hope College Accepted into NORDP Consultants Program Cohort * Now entering the final phase of National Science Foundation funding, Emory University and the National Organization of Research Development Professionals (NORDP) announced that Hope College is one of four higher-education institutions accepted into NORDP's fifth Consultants Program cohort. Ranked #22 nationally among all undergraduate research programs, more

Hornet Hope Center: All Donations Needed

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 16 -- Broome Community College posted the following news: * * * Hornet Hope Center: All Donations Needed * Our busiest semester so far - over 170 visits a day to the Hornet Hope Center!! LOOKING FOR DONATIONS IN EVERY CATEGORY... WISH LIST of items that go fast and are requested: * Easy to prepare meals: all ingredients included * Microwave cup meals (i.e. mac & cheese; ramen cups) - Yes we need all types of Ramen! * Soups (Progresso, Campbell's Chunky st more

House Democrats' Litigation Task Force Leads 150+ Current and Former House Democrats & Republicans in Urging Supreme Court to Block Trump DHS Voter Purge Database

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Democrats' Litigation Task Force Leads 150+ Current and Former House Democrats & Republicans in Urging Supreme Court to Block Trump DHS Voter Purge Database * Washington, D.C. -For the second time in two weeks, current and former Members of the House of Representatives are challenging the Trump administration's ongoing attempt to unconstitutionally exercise contr more

House Democrats' Litigation Task Force Leads 150+ Current and Former House Democrats & Republicans in Urging Supreme Court to Block Trump DHS Voter Purge Database

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Democrats' Litigation Task Force Leads 150+ Current and Former House Democrats & Republicans in Urging Supreme Court to Block Trump DHS Voter Purge Database * Washington, D.C. -For the second time in two weeks, current and former Members of the House of Representatives are challenging the Trump administration's ongoing attempt to unconstitutionally exercise control over election administr more

House Passes Suozzi-Led Bipartisan Bill to Protect Fraud Victims from Tax Penalties

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- Rep. Thomas Suozzi, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * House Passes Suozzi-Led Bipartisan Bill to Protect Fraud Victims from Tax Penalties * Washington, D.C.-The House today passed H.R. 9500, the Tax Relief for Fraud Victims Act, a bipartisan bill co-led by Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY) to ensure victims of fraud are not forced to pay taxes on the money scammers stole from them. This bill would restore the theft loss deduction for victims of scams more

How NYU Langone Hospital--Suffolk Supports Patients Facing Food Insecurity

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * How NYU Langone Hospital--Suffolk Supports Patients Facing Food Insecurity * Recognizing that health extends beyond the hospital bed, NYU Langone Hospital-Suffolk has opened a food pantry to address one of the main social drivers of health. The new pantry at the Patchogue hospital provides nutritious food to patients in nee more

Human Rights Watch Issues Commentary to Aftonbladet: Human Rights Agenda for the Next Swedish Government

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following commentary by Nordic Director Mans Molander to Aftonbladet: * * * A Human Rights Agenda for the Next Swedish Government Sweden has a long history of supporting human rights, and successive governments across the political spectrum have described respect for human rights and international law as a "cornerstone" of Swedish foreign policy. That commitment is being tested. Around the world, democratic institu more

Human Rights Watch Issues Commentary: Reforms to Hungary's Anti-LBGT Laws Welcome, but More to Do

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following commentary: * * * Reforms to Hungary's Anti-LBGT Laws Welcome, but More to Do Key Discriminatory Provisions Remain Intact Lydia Gall, Senior Researcher, Europe - Hungary's new government has taken an important step toward dismantling a key discriminatory legacy of the Orban era-the legal targeting of LGBT people. The job is not finished, however. The government submitted legislation to Parliament on Se more

Human Rights Watch: China - New Border Decree Curtails Right to Leave

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * China: New Border Decree Curtails Right to Leave Regulations Expand Arbitrary Exit Bans for Nationals, Foreigners (New York) - A new Chinese government decree expands the discretion of administrative authorities to arbitrarily bar people from leaving China, violating the internationally protected right to leave a country, Human Rights Watch said today. The State Council's 19-article Regulation more

ICYMI: Gillibrand Joins Leaders Of NY Food Banks To Call Out Trump Administration's Massive Cuts To Federal Snap Funding

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Gillibrand Joins Leaders Of NY Food Banks To Call Out Trump Administration's Massive Cuts To Federal Snap Funding * ***Watch News12's Coverage of Senator Gillibrand's Press Conference Here New York State Will Be Responsible for Estimated $168 Million More Annually as SNAP Cost Responsibilities Shift to State and Local Governments In case you missed it, on Monday, U.S. Senator Kirste more

In the News: MTSU faculty, staff talk fuel costs, budgeting, politics and Dolly Parton

MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Sept. 16 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news: * * * In the News: MTSU faculty, staff talk fuel costs, budgeting, politics and Dolly Parton * MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -Middle Tennessee State University faculty and staff recently provided the media with their perspectives on various issues, including Dolly Parton, budgeting, politics and rising fuel costs. * Becca Smitty, MT One Stop director, talked with The Tennessean on July 27 about federal l more

Increasing Russian Strikes on Medical Supply Warehouses Put Millions of Ukrainians at Risk: PHR

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Political] -- Physicians for Human Rights posted the following news release: * * * Increasing Russian Strikes on Medical Supply Warehouses Put Millions of Ukrainians at Risk: PHR * Russian forces must immediately cease their mounting attacks on medical warehouses, transport, and distribution infrastructure, Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) said today, following multiple strikes against medical supply facilities over twelve days that reportedly destroyed hundred more

International Service for Human Rights: General Assembly Reporting Cuts to Special Procedures Mandates - an Analysis

GENEVA, Switzerland, Sept. 16 (TNSrep) -- The International Service for Human Rights issued the following news: * * * 15 September 2026 General Assembly reporting cuts to Special Procedures mandates: an analysis Current efforts to achieve 'efficiency' across the UN in the wake of the organisation's financial crisis have resulted in a reduction in both reporting expectations and available resources for Special Procedures mandates. - In 2025, the General Assembly adopted resolution 79/192 on more

Introducing UAlbany's Information Science PhD Program Director: 5Qs With Elyse Zavar

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 17 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news: * * * Introducing UAlbany's Information Science PhD Program Director: 5Qs with Elyse Zavar By Mike Nolan ALBANY, N.Y. (Sept. 16, 2026) -- The University at Albany's College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC) has a new face leading its Information Science PhD Program. Elyse Zavar joined CEHC this fall as the director of the Information Science PhD Program and as an associate more

Israel: Minister of Foreign Affairs Sa'ar Holds Trilateral Diplomatic Summit in New York

JERUSALEM, Israel, Sept. 17 -- The government of Israel issued the following news release: * * * FM Sa'ar holds a trilateral diplomatic summit in New York In the trilateral summit held today in New York between Israel, Morocco and the US, the three countries reaffirmed their commitment to a series of measures aimed at upgrading relations between Israel and Morocco. 16.09.2026 - Minister of Foreign Affairs Gideon Sa'ar held a trilateral diplomatic summit today (Tuesday, Sept. 16) in New Yo more

Joel Yuen-Zhou Named Blavatnik Finalist

LA JOLLA, California, Sept. 16 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news: * * * Joel Yuen-Zhou Named Blavatnik Finalist * University of California San Diego Professor of Chemistry Joel Yuen-Zhou has been named one of 18 finalists for the 2026 Blavatnik National Awards for Young Scientists. The highly coveted awards, given by the Blavatnik Family Foundation and the New York Academy of Sciences, recognize exceptional early career scientists and engineers whose more

Johns Hopkins: New Guides Equip Clinicians and Clergy to Implement Extreme Risk Protection Orders

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 17 -- Johns Hopkins University Bloomberg School of Public Health issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 New Guides Equip Clinicians and Clergy to Implement Extreme Risk Protection Orders From the clinic to the congregation, new resources equip frontline workers with tools they need during a crisis - Today, the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions has released valuable resources for two vital Extreme Risk Protection Order (ERPO) im more

Justice Department Sues San Jose for Unconstitutional $1600 Firearm Permit Fee

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: * * * Justice Department Sues San Jose for Unconstitutional $1600 Firearm Permit Fee September 16, 2026 Today, the Justice Department filed suit against the City of San Jose, California, and the San Jose Police Department for charging private individuals unreasonable fees to exercise their Second Amendment right to lawfully carry a firearm. At nearly $1,600 per license, the City's application fee to car more

Kennedy's NEXUS for Families Act Passes U.S. House of Representatives

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy's NEXUS for Families Act Passes U.S. House of Representatives * WASHINGTON, D.C. - The U.S. House of Representatives passed Congressman Tim Kennedy's NEXUS for Families Act, H.R. 9382, legislation that would make it easier for families to enroll in and renew their NEXUS memberships. The bipartisan bill requires U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) to link NEXUS applications for m more

Kimberly Dozier Named Director of School of Media and Public Affairs' Project for Media and National Security

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Kimberly Dozier Named Director of School of Media and Public Affairs' Project for Media and National Security * WASHINGTON (September 16, 2026) -Kimberly Dozier has been named director of the School of Media and Public Affairs' Project for Media and National Security. She succeeds former New York Times military correspondent Thom Shanker and is the first woman to lead the program. A CNN Global Affairs Ana more

Lawler Applauds Passage of Bill to Modernize U.S. Foreign Service

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Lawler Applauds Passage of Bill to Modernize U.S. Foreign Service * Washington, D.C. - 9/16/26... Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement after his bill, H.R. 9086, the Foreign Service Modernization Act, passed the House by voice vote. This legislation will improve the operations and effectiveness of America's diplomatic corps as they work to advance U.S. interests more

LDF Urges Congressional Black Caucus Leaders to Prioritize Election Protection

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * LDF Urges Congressional Black Caucus Leaders to Prioritize Election Protection * Today, the Legal Defense Fund (LDF) participated in a press conference to kick off the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's (CBCF) 55th Annual Legislative Conference, a five-day convening of leaders, researchers, legislators, advocates, organizers, and members of the community to discuss p more

LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT FOR CONGRESSMAN EVERTON BLAIR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT FOR CONGRESSMAN EVERTON BLAIR * House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced that the House Democratic Caucus has approved Everton Blair to be appointed to the Committee on Financial Services. "Today, I am honored to announce that the Democratic Caucus has approved Rep. Everton Blair to be appointed to the House Comm more

LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT FOR CONGRESSMAN EVERTON BLAIR

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ANNOUNCES COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENT FOR CONGRESSMAN EVERTON BLAIR * House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries announced that the House Democratic Caucus has approved Everton Blair to be appointed to the Committee on Financial Services. "Today, I am honored to announce that the Democratic Caucus has approved Rep. Everton Blair to be appointed to the House Committee on Financial Service more

LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor in opposition to legislation that would expand Donald Trump's authority to impose tariffs and continue his failed global trade war that is making life far too expensive for everyday American more

LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES ON HOUSE FLOOR: "WE WILL CONTINUE TO STAND WITH THE UKRAINIAN PEOPLE UNTIL VICTORY IS WON" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries spoke on the House Floor in opposition to legislation that would expand Donald Trump's authority to impose tariffs and continue his failed global trade war that is making life far too expensive for everyday Americans. LEADER JEFFRIES: I ris more

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: For the past 605 days, Donald Trump has unilaterally implemented an onslaught of failed, inflationary policies that have blown up our economy, leaving the Federal Reserve with no choice but to raise interest rates for the more

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON DONALD TRUMP'S INFLATIONARY POLICIES * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement: For the past 605 days, Donald Trump has unilaterally implemented an onslaught of failed, inflationary policies that have blown up our economy, leaving the Federal Reserve with no choice but to raise interest rates for the first time in three years more

LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 (Rep.) -- House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press event with the House Democratic Caucus and advocates on the Capitol steps, where he emphasized that as people continue to struggle with the high cost of living due to failed Republican more

LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE"

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Hakeem Jeffries, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * LEADER JEFFRIES: "WE ARE COMMITTED TO THIS FIGHT FOR AN AFFORDABLE AMERICA UNTIL WE WIN THIS FIGHT FOR THE AMERICAN PEOPLE" * Today, House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries held a press event with the House Democratic Caucus and advocates on the Capitol steps, where he emphasized that as people continue to struggle with the high cost of living due to failed Republican policies, House Democrats more

LEI for Mexico Edged Up Slightly in August

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release: * * * LEI for Mexico Edged Up Slightly in August * For Release 11:00 AM ET, September 16, 2026 Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below. T more

Library and The Better Angels Society Announce National Jury for Eighth Annual Library of Congress Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 -- The Library of Congress issued the following news: * * * September 17, 2026 Library and The Better Angels Society Announce National Jury for Eighth Annual Library of Congress Lavine/Ken Burns Prize for Film Annual Prize, Supported by The Crimson Lion/Lavine Family Foundation and The Better Angels Society, Recognizes Exemplary U.S. History Documentaries with Over $2.6 Million Awarded Since 2019 - The Library of Congress, The Better Angels Society, Ken Burns and the C more

Local Russian-Speaking Artists Exhibition Debuts at NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * Local Russian-Speaking Artists Exhibition Debuts at NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health The exhibition features the work of local Russian speaking-artists expressing how they have been inspired by the freedom, hope, and community of the American Dream Sept. 15, 2026 - Brooklyn, NY - NYC Health + Hospitals/South Brooklyn Health, in partnership with Be Proud Inc., recently hosted the God more

LSUS to set another summer record with more than 1,600 graduates

BATON ROUGE, Louisiana, Sept. 16 -- Louisiana State University Shreveport campus posted the following news: * * * LSUS to set another summer record with more than 1,600 graduates * SHREVEPORT - LSU Shreveport set a second straight summer graduation record with more than 1,622 college degrees conferred, besting its previous mark by about 70 graduates. The University will ceremoniously award those degrees Friday at two summer graduation ceremonies at Brookshire Grocery Arena. LSUS graduates more

Lynah's 'Great Wait' reimagined for a new generation

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Lynah's 'Great Wait' reimagined for a new generation * The wait for Cornell student tickets for men's ice hockey is finally over and, for the first time in more than a decade, the line is back. Cornell Athletics will bring back The Great Wait on Saturday, Sept. 19, as the traditional kickoff to student season ticket sales, but this year's edition trades the overnight campout of Great Waits past for a single mo more

Malliotakis Bill to Protect Taxpayers from Ghost Preparers Passes House Unanimously

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Nicole Malliotakis, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Malliotakis Bill to Protect Taxpayers from Ghost Preparers Passes House Unanimously * (WASHINGTON, DC) -Congresswoman Nicole Malliotakis applauded the unanimous House passage of her legislation, H.R. 9499, the Protecting Taxpayers from Ghost Preparers Act. This legislation takes an important step to ensure that taxpayers who are victims of preparer fraud are not unfairly punished for actions more

Marsh Appoints Matt Stadler CEO of Marsh Agency

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Marsh, a subsidiary of Marsh and McLennan Companies, issued the following news release: * * * Marsh appoints Matt Stadler CEO of Marsh Agency; David Eslick will continue as Chairman John Stanchina to become President; Guy Morrison, CEO Mid-Atlantic region NEW YORK, September 16, 2026 Marsh, a leading global professional services firm, today announced that Matt Stadler will become CEO of Marsh Agency, on January 1, 2027. He succeeds David Eslick, who will continue as Ch more

Masashi Yanagisawa, M.D., Ph.D., receives Lasker Award for discovery that transformed narcolepsy care

DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center posted the following news release: * * * Masashi Yanagisawa, M.D., Ph.D., receives Lasker Award for discovery that transformed narcolepsy care * DALLAS - Sept. 09, 2026 - The Lasker Foundation has announced that UT Southwestern Medical Center sleep researcher Masashi Yanagisawa, M.D., Ph.D., is a recipient of the 2026 Albert Lasker Basic Medical Research Award for his discovery of orexin, a brain peptide that main more

McKersie legacy honored, examined in inaugural Labor Day lecture

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * McKersie legacy honored, examined in inaugural Labor Day lecture * The inaugural Robert and Nancy McKersie Labor Day Lecture was given by ILR Dean Alexander Colvin, Ph.D. '99, on Sept. 4 on the Cornell campus. The newest annual event on the ILR School's calendar, the lecture honors the legacy of the late Robert B. McKersie and was made possible by a generous gift from Bob and his wife, Nancy. "Through the eve more

Media Tip Sheet: New York Times Poll Shows Democrats Leading Republicans Ahead of Midterms

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- George Washington University posted the following news: * * * Media Tip Sheet: New York Times Poll Shows Democrats Leading Republicans Ahead of Midterms * WASHINGTON (September 16, 2026) - With less than 50 days until the 2026 midterm elections, a new New York Times/Siena University poll shows Democrats holding a significant advantage over Republicans, with likely voters favoring Democratic congressional candidates 51% to 43%. President Trump's approval rating remains more

MENG INTRODUCES THE STAMPS FOR STAYING CONNECTED ACT

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * MENG INTRODUCES THE STAMPS FOR STAYING CONNECTED ACT * WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Congresswoman Grace Meng (D-NY) introduced the Stamps for Staying Connected Act (H.R.10129), a bill that provides postage to incarcerated individuals who cannot afford it. This legislation would authorize the Director of the Federal Bureau of Prisons (BOP) to provide postage for general correspondence to incarcerated ind more

Meteorology graduate returns to join Alumni Homecoming court, pens memoir

UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news: * * * Meteorology graduate returns to join Alumni Homecoming court, pens memoir * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -If there's one thing a career in meteorology and atmospheric science taught Penn State alumna Cheryl Nelson, it's that things can change in the blink of an eye. She graduated in 2002 and since then has been navigating through storms and sunny days in a career that's shifted more than a Centr more

MetLife Investment Management Closes Galaxy 38 CLO

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizInsurance] -- MetLife, a provider of insurance, annuities and employee benefit programs, issued the following news release: * * * MetLife Investment Management Closes Galaxy 38 CLO * WHIPPANY, N.J., September 16, 2026 -MetLife Investment Management (MIM), the institutional asset management business of MetLife, Inc. (NYSE: MET), today announced the close of Galaxy 38 CLO, Ltd. (Galaxy 38), a $450 million target par new issue collateralized loan obligation (CLO more

Miller gift to fund High Road Buffalo Fellowship program for five years

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Miller gift to fund High Road Buffalo Fellowship program for five years * The Buffalo Co-Lab at Cornell University's ILR School has received a $1 million donation to fund its High Road Buffalo Fellowship program for the next five years. The generous gift from James "Jim" E. Miller '88 and his partner at Miller Shah LLP, James C. Shah, will support the entire program, and the majority of the funding will subsidi more

Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Quebec

OTTAWA, Ontario, Sept. 16 -- The Canadian Department of Justice, an arm of the Canadian government, posted the following news release: * * * Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada announces a judicial appointment in the province of Quebec * September 16, 2026 - Ottawa, Ontario - Department of Justice Canada The Honourable Sean Fraser, Minister of Justice and Attorney General of Canada and Minister responsible for the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency, today announced the foll more

Montefiore Einstein: JAMA Network Open Study Shows Giving Less IV Fluids During Surgery Can Be Beneficial for Patients

BRONX, New York, Sept. 17 (TNSjou) -- Montefiore Einstein issued the following news release: * * * New JAMA Network Open Study Shows Giving Less IV Fluids During Surgery Can Be Beneficial for Patients Montefiore Einstein Investigators Conducted Large Scale Natural Experiment During Nationwide IV Fluid Shortage September 15, 2026 (BRONX, NY) - A study published today in JAMA Network Open, led by anesthesiologists at Montefiore Einstein, demonstrates that reducing IV fluid administration dur more

Morgan Stanley Investment Management Announces Effort to Convert Nearly $10 Billion in Municipal Mutual Funds to ETFs

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: * * * Morgan Stanley Investment Management Announces Effort to Convert Nearly $10 Billion in Municipal Mutual Funds to ETFs Sep 16, 2026 New York -- Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) today announced an effort to convert eight municipal bond mutual funds into seven newly created exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and one existing ETF, representing nearly $10 billion in more

Morgan Stanley Investment Management Closes Inaugural Growth Equity Investment Fund Oversubscribed at $1.3 Billion

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: * * * Morgan Stanley Investment Management Closes Inaugural Growth Equity Investment Fund Oversubscribed at $1.3 Billion Sep 16, 2026 Fund seeks to partner with category-defining private companies, combining flexible capital with the broader capabilities of the Morgan Stanley Integrated Firm New York -- Morgan Stanley Investment Management (MSIM) today announced the final more

Mothers Denied Abortions Sue State of Oklahoma

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Health Care] -- The Center for Reproductive Rights posted the following news release: * * * Mothers Denied Abortions Sue State of Oklahoma * #A new Center lawsuit seeks to expand abortion access for families who have received fatal fetal diagnoses. 09.16.26 (PRESS RELEASE) - Today, the Center for Reproductive Rights filed a lawsuit on behalf of two Oklahoma women denied abortions, as well as two physicians and a reproductive justice organization, seeking to ex more

MXene Pioneer Yury Gogotsi to Deliver Shipley Distinguished Lecture at Clarkson

POTSDAM, New York, Sept. 17 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: * * * MXene Pioneer Yury Gogotsi to Deliver Shipley Distinguished Lecture at Clarkson September 16, 2026 Internationally recognized materials scientist Yury Gogotsi will visit Clarkson University on Oct. 15 to deliver the 2026 Shipley Distinguished Lecture, offering the Clarkson and North Country communities an opportunity to hear from a pioneer in the development of an emerging class of advanced materials. The le more

N.J. A.G. Davenport: Abbott Laboratories Agrees to Pay Over $384 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Related to Infant Formula and Nutritional Therapy Products

TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 17 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * Abbott Laboratories Agrees to Pay Over $384 Million to Settle False Claims Act Allegations Related to Infant Formula and Nutritional Therapy Products September 16, 2026 TRENTON -- Attorney General Jennifer Davenport announced today that New Jersey has joined 39 other states and the federal government to reach an agreement with Abbott Laboratories to settle allegations that more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Announces New York City's First Bus Shelter With a Cooling Green Roof in Brownsville

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mayor Mamdani Announces New York City's First Bus Shelter With a Cooling Green Roof in Brownsville September 16, 2026 What you should know * Pilot explores how nature-based infrastructure can help protect New Yorkers from extreme heat and flooding * Green roof delivers on commitment made in Mayor and Governor's Bus Action Plan - NEW YORK - Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Chief Climate Officer Louise more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Brings 17 New Public Bathrooms to Neighborhoods Across New York City

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mayor Mamdani Brings 17 New Public Bathrooms to Neighborhoods Across New York City September 16, 2026 What you should know * $4 million pilot brings free, accessible, high-quality modular bathrooms to public plazas and high-traffic areas - NEW YORK - Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today announced that the installation of 17 new public bathrooms has begun across New York City, bringing free, accessible f more

National Black and Latino Civil Rights Leaders Underscore Urgent Need to Turn Out the Vote in November

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * National Black and Latino Civil Rights Leaders Underscore Urgent Need to Turn Out the Vote in November * Today, leaders from prominent national Black and Latino civil rights and advocacy organizations hosted a press conference to underscore the urgent need to protect voting rights and increase civic participation ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. The press conference more

National MS Society: Study Links Epstein-Barr Virus Reactivation to MS Relapses

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 (TNSjou) -- The National Multiple Sclerosis Society issued the following news: * * * September 16, 2026 Study Links Epstein-Barr Virus Reactivation to MS Relapses A study from Mass General Brigham strengthens evidence for a connection between Epstein-Barr virus (EBV) and MS, showing that signs of EBV reactivation can be detected weeks to months before an MS relapse occurs. The results indicate that EBV may contribute to the biological processes that lead to relapse. Backg more

New Book Addresses Mental Health of Black College Men

DURHAM, North Carolina, Sept. 16 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news: * * * New Book Addresses Mental Health of Black College Men * While all college students may experience mental health challenges, Black students sometimes see a higher incidence, particularly of anxiety and stress. Mental health challenges can be even worse for Black college men. "Black men are four times as likely to die by suicide than Black women, according to the Centers for Disease Contr more

New CATF report identifies how states in deregulated power markets can achieve long-term clean energy goals with state-led planning and procurement

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 [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: * * * New CATF report identifies how states in deregulated power markets can achieve long-term clean energy goals with state-led planning and procurement * A new report from Clean Air Task Forc more

New York Life Enhances Survivorship Variable Universal Life With Guaranteed Death Benefit Option

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- New York Life Insurance, a mutual life insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * New York Life enhances Survivorship Variable Universal Life with guaranteed death benefit option New York Life | September 16, 2026 New protection feature lets policy owners lock in a guaranteed death benefit while keeping market-linked growth potential, addressing a growing need At a glance * New York Life has added a guaranteed protection option to its survivorship va more

New York Medical College: Students Gain Early Research Experience in the Quest to Combat Obesity and Cardiometabolic Disease

VALHALLA, New York, Sept. 17 -- New York Medical College issued the following news: * * * Students Gain Early Research Experience in the Quest to Combat Obesity and Cardiometabolic Disease High School and College Students Explored How Laboratory Discoveries Can Lead New Treatments for Disease September 16, 2026 High school and college students gained hands-on experience in biomedical research in the laboratory of Victor G. Garcia, Ph.D. '15, associate professor of pharmacology. Through thei more

New York State Department of Transportation Named "Owner of the Year" in AISC and NSBA 2026 Prize Bridge Awards

CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 17 -- The American Institute of Steel Construction issued the following news release: * * * New York State Department of Transportation Named "Owner of the Year" in AISC and NSBA 2026 Prize Bridge Awards September 16, 2026 CHICAGO - The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) and the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) have designated the New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) as the 2026 "Owner of the Year" in this year's Prize Bridge Awards. more

Newmark Appointed Exclusive Office Leasing Agent for 2727 Paces Ferry in Atlanta, Georgia

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Newmark Group, a commercial real estate company that says they offer comprehensive suite of services and products, posted the following news release: * * * Newmark Appointed Exclusive Office Leasing Agent for 2727 Paces Ferry in Atlanta, Georgia September 16, 2026 Major repositioning will transform the 640,000-SF Class A property into a hospitality-inspired work-live-play destination in Vinings - Newmark announces the Company has been appointed the exclusive leasing a more

Newmark Arranges $41 Million Sale and Acquisition Financing for Miro at the Parc, a 164-Unit Multifamily Community in Henderson, Nevada

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- Newmark Group, a commercial real estate company that says they offer comprehensive suite of services and products, posted the following news release: * * * Newmark Arranges $41 Million Sale and Acquisition Financing for Miro at the Parc, a 164-Unit Multifamily Community in Henderson, Nevada September 16, 2026 Newmark announces the Company has arranged the $41 million sale and $24.74 million acquisition financing for Miro at the Parc, a 164-unit multifamily community lo more

Newmark J-School Launches Applications for New AI Journalism Labs for 2027, and Partnership With Project C

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Journalism issued the following news: * * * Newmark J-School launches applications for new AI Journalism Labs for 2027, and partnership with Project C Published on Tuesday, September 15th, 2026 The Craig Newmark Graduate School of Journalism at CUNY is launching two new AI training programs for journalists in 2027, including one in partnership with Project C, the research hub and community for journalists building inde more

Northwell Health: Long Island Jewish Medical Center Opens $12.6M Outpatient Cardiology Facility in New Hyde Park

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Sept. 17 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Long Island Jewish Medical Center opens $12.6M outpatient cardiology facility in New Hyde Park September 16th, 2026 New center expands access to comprehensive cardiac care, same-day diagnostics and specialty services for Nassau County and Queens communities - Northwell's Long Island Jewish (LIJ) Medical Center today announced the opening of its new, state-of-the-art cardiology facility, located a more

Northwell Health: Sharon Hospital to Receive $13.1 Million to Support Rural Health Programs

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Sept. 17 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Sharon Hospital to receive $13.1 million to support rural health programs September 16th, 2026 Federal funding to help expand access to services and community-based facilities in Litchfield County - Northwell's Sharon Hospital announced that it is to receive $13.1 million in federal funding thanks to the Rural Health Transformation Program (RHTP), allowing the hospital to improve access and enhan more

NRDC Statement on Colorado Pollinator Executive Order

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council issued the following news release: * * * NRDC Statement on Colorado Pollinator Executive Order Governor Polis' action to protect pollinators from harmful chemicals September 16, 2026 DENVER -- Today, Colorado Governor Jared Polis signed an executive order at the Denver Zoo, directing state agencies to strengthen protections for pollinators. Following is a statement from Allison Johnson, a senior attorney with the Nature team at NR more

NUWC Division Newport's leadership calls for 'radical collaboration' with industry partners during Defense Innovation Days

WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: * * * NUWC Division Newport's leadership calls for 'radical collaboration' with industry partners during Defense Innovation Days * NEWPORT, R.I. - To solve complex U.S. Navy problems and swiftly deliver game-changing capabilities to the undersea fleet, it will take "radical collaboration" with industry partners. That was the message delivered by the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport Technic more

NYC grocery assistance program improves food access, reduces stress

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- The City University of New York Graduate School of Public Health and Health Policy posted the following news release: * * * NYC grocery assistance program improves food access, reduces stress * A study by researchers from CUNY SPH and the New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene (NYC DOH) provides the first qualitative evaluation of the Groceries to Go program. Relaunched in 2023, the initiative provides monthly digital grocery credits to members of NYC He more

NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health Receives $4.8 Million in Capital Funding to Enhance Patient Care at Gun Hill

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health Receives $4.8 Million in Capital Funding to Enhance Patient Care at Gun Hill Funding sponsored by New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin and Council Member Kevin C. Riley will support renovations to Women's Health Services and Pediatrics, a new patient waiting area, and advanced women's health equipment. Sept. 15, 2026 - Bronx, NY - NYC Health + Hospitals more

NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem Expands Hours at Its New Adult Sickle Cell Clinic

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * NYC Health + Hospitals/Harlem Expands Hours at Its New Adult Sickle Cell Clinic * Opened earlier this year, the new clinic is now open on Mondays and Fridays from 8am to 4pm * NYC Health + Hospitals is one of the largest providers of sickle cell care in the country * Harlem Hospital's clinic is built into primary care, so adults with sickle cell disease get their sickle cell care, preventive car more

NYU: New Study Uncovers Links to Support for White Nationalism

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 (TNSjou) -- New York University issued the following news: * * * New Study Uncovers Links to Support for White Nationalism Support is highest among young white men; people with predominantly online friendships, personal hardship, and social strain also among traits linked to endorsing of extremist ideology Sep 16, 2026 From social media to the streets of Washington, DC, the organized white nationalist movement has become more visible in the United States over the past few more

Ocasio-Cortez, Warren, Hoyle, Wyden, Merkley, Subramanyam Introduce Bill to Ban the Corporate Practice of Medicine

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Ocasio-Cortez, Warren, Hoyle, Wyden, Merkley, Subramanyam Introduce Bill to Ban the Corporate Practice of Medicine * The Stop Corporate Takeovers of Physicians Act would ban corporations and private equity from owning physicians. The bill is modeled on the landmark Oregon law that physicians have already used to successfully challenge corporate takeovers. WASHINGTON, D.C.- Today, more

Ohio State sets the pace for world language study

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 16 -- Ohio State University posted the following news: * * * Ohio State sets the pace for world language study * At a time when universities across the country are scaling back world language programs, The Ohio State University is leading the race for language learning -literally. The College of Arts and Sciences will host the nation's first-ever Love of Languages 5K Run and Walk on Sept. 20, bringing together over 1,000 students, faculty, volunteers and community membe more

One Year of "America First Global Health": Evidence Shows Trump Administration Policy Has Undermined Global Health

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Political] -- Physicians for Human Rights posted the following news release: * * * One Year of "America First Global Health": Evidence Shows Trump Administration Policy Has Undermined Global Health * The Trump administration's "America First Global Health Strategy" has damaged efforts to respond to the most urgent public health crises facing the world, Physicians for Human Rights (PHR) said today. September 18, 2026 marks one year since the launch of the Americ more

Oxfam and partners at UNGA81: Media Advisory

OXFORD, England, Sept. 16 [Category: Sociological] -- Oxfam International issued the following news release: * * * Oxfam and partners at UNGA81: Media Advisory * Oxfam leaders, experts, and partners are joining the UN 81st General Assembly and Climate Week in New York and available for interviews or comment. Oxfam is hosting and attending events, hosting partners and releasing reports and statements focused on the Secretary General race, a proposed International Panel on Inequality, humani more

Photographer's eye illuminates history of modern painting

ITHACA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Cornell University posted the following news: * * * Photographer's eye illuminates history of modern painting * When modern photography was introduced via the daguerreotype in 1839, it had a level of verisimilitude that painting couldn't match. That forced painters to expand their creative palette with more subjective perspectives that eventually led to impressionism, modernism and other adventurous forms. At least that's the conventional thinking. It's also ve more

Pratt Welcomes New Faculty and Administrators This Fall

BROOKLYN, New York, Sept. 16 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news: * * * Pratt Welcomes New Faculty and Administrators This Fall * From familiar faces in new roles to those joining the Pratt community for the first time, Pratt Institute is welcoming a number of new academic leaders and full-time faculty members to campus this fall. Representing a wide variety of disciplines and backgro more

President Lewis Responds to Secretary McMahon, Reaffirms Houghton's Mission

HOUGHTON, New York, Sept. 16 (TNSida) -- Houghton University posted the following news: * * * President Lewis Responds to Secretary McMahon, Reaffirms Houghton's Mission * Houghton University announced today that President Wayne D. Lewis, Jr., has issued a formal response to U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon's Aug. 3 letter to colleges and universities. In the response, President Lewis reaffirmed the university's enduring commitment to preparing students to lead lives of character an more

Pro Golfer Treated by CyberKnife at NYU Langone Health Faced Prostate Cancer and Never Left the Course

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- NYU Langone Health, an academic medical center affiliated with New York University, posted the following news release: * * * Pro Golfer Treated by CyberKnife at NYU Langone Health Faced Prostate Cancer and Never Left the Course * When professional golfer Scott Ford was diagnosed with prostate cancer at just 56, he asked what many active men want to know after hearing the word cancer: "How long is this going to put me on the shelf?" For Ford, a fo more

Problem Solvers Caucus Introduces Four Bipartisan Bills to Address Gerrymandering Nationwide

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- The Congressional Problem Solvers Caucus issued the following news release: * * * Problem Solvers Caucus Introduces Four Bipartisan Bills to Address Gerrymandering Nationwide * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, the Problem Solvers Caucus Co-Chairs Reps. Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Tom Suozzi (NY-03) announced four bipartisan bills aimed at establishing clearer and more consistent rules for congressional redistricting across the country. The legislation is the result of mont more

Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia delivers impactful address at 9/11 event

CARLISLE, Pennsylvania, Sept. 16 -- Pennsylvania State University Dickinson School of Law posted the following news: * * * Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia delivers impactful address at 9/11 event * UNIVERSITY PARK, PA-On September 11, Professor Shoba Sivaprasad Wadhia served as the chief guest at "September 11th: 25 Years After, Remembrance, Reflection & Community," an event sponsored by Roger Williams University School of Law's Institute for Race and the Law, The Boston Bar Association, a more

Raymond James Advances Advisor Succession and Capital Solutions

ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Sept. 17 -- Raymond James Financial issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 Raymond James advances advisor Succession and Capital solutions ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. - As part of strategic investments in supporting advisor equity solutions, Raymond James Financial (NYSE: RJF) announced today that it has enhanced its approach to advisor succession planning and capital solutions by bringing together complementary capabilities designed to help advisors gr more

RELEASE: Bipartisan Members of Congress Found Congressional American Film & TV Production Caucus

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Laura Friedman, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * RELEASE: Bipartisan Members of Congress Found Congressional American Film & TV Production Caucus * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, September 16, 2026, U.S. Representatives Brian Jack (GA-03), Laura Friedman (CA-30), Nathaniel Moran (TX-01), Linda Sanchez (CA-38), Nicole Malliotakis (NY-11), and Tom Suozzi (NY-03) founded the bipartisan Congressional American Film & TV Production Caucus. The biparti more

Representative John W. Mannion's (NY-22) Legislation to Improve Reading Outcomes in Elementary and Secondary Schools Passes House With Bipartisan Support

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. John Mannion, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Representative John W. Mannion's (NY-22) Legislation to Improve Reading Outcomes in Elementary and Secondary Schools Passes House With Bipartisan Support * WASHINGTON, D.C. - Representative John W. Mannion (NY-22) today announced that his legislation, the Science of Reading Act of 2026, passed the U.S. House of Representatives with bipartisan support. The bipartisan bill, also supported by Represe more

Rockefeller Foundation: New Global Poll - Amid Growing Pessimism, Security Tops Priorities for International Cooperation

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 (TNSrpt) -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release: * * * New Global Poll: Amid Growing Pessimism, Security Tops Priorities for International Cooperation Published Date September 16, 2026 Support for international cooperation holds steady even as nearly 7 in 10 say the world has gotten worse over the past year After learning the projected human cost of recent aid cuts, majorities in all 34 countries favor reversing cuts or increasing aid - NEW YORK more

Ropes & Gray Advised Audax Private Equity in Acquisition of Integral Consulting

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 17 -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Ropes & Gray Advised Audax Private Equity in Acquisition of Integral Consulting September 16, 2026 Ropes & Gray represented Audax Private Equity in its acquisition of Integral Consulting, a premier science and engineering consulting firm, from Imperial Capital Group Ltd. The completion of the transaction was announced on Sept. 10. Terms were not disclosed. Integral provides technical solutions to more

Roswell Park Golisano Children's Cancer & Blood Disorders Program Nationally Ranked by U.S. News & World Report

BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 16 [Category: BizHospital] -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center posted the following news release: * * * Roswell Park Golisano Children's Cancer & Blood Disorders Program Nationally Ranked by U.S. News & World Report * BUFFALO, N.Y. -The Roswell Park Golisano Children's Buffalo Cancer and Blood Disorders Program has been nationally ranked for cancer care in the 2026-2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Children's Hospitals rankings. Operated through a partne more

Rutgers: Before Law School, a Fulbright Grant Recipient Spends Months in Taiwan

NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Sept. 17 -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * Before Law School, a Fulbright Grant Recipient Spends Months in Taiwan By Mike Lucas September 16, 2026 Between playing volleyball and running road races, Rutgers graduate Pauline Kung taught English to elementary schoolchildren in Taipei For Rutgers graduate Pauline Kung, the decision to pursue a career in the legal field wasn't a linear path, but one that included working abroad in Taiwan for near more

Sen. Schiff Blasts Kash Patel's Firing of FBI Officials Investigating Cases Against Trump and January 6 Insurrectionists, Calls Out Attacks on Media

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Sen. Schiff Blasts Kash Patel's Firing of FBI Officials Investigating Cases Against Trump and January 6 Insurrectionists, Calls Out Attacks on Media * Washington, D.C. - Today, during a Senate Judiciary Committee hearing, U.S. Senator Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) blasted Kash Patel, the Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), for his widespread mismanagement and politicization of the nat more

Senate Committee Passes Bi-Partisan Bill to Protect Against Government Jawboning

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Media] -- The Knight First Amendment Institute at Columbia University issued the following news release: * * * Senate Committee Passes Bi-Partisan Bill to Protect Against Government Jawboning * WASHINGTON-The Senate Commerce Committee today passed the Justice Against Weaponized Bureaucratic Overreach to Networked Expression Act (JAWBONE Act), a bipartisan bill introduced by Sens. Ted Cruz (R-TX) and Ron Wyden (D-OR). Endorsed by the Knight First Amendment Instit more

SFCU Donates $10,000 to SUNY Oneonta Food Pantry

ONEONTA, New York, Sept. 16 -- The State University of New York Oneonta campus posted the following news: * * * SFCU Donates $10,000 to SUNY Oneonta Food Pantry * Sidney Federal Credit Union (SFCU) has donated $10,000 to SUNY Oneonta's Red Dragon Food Pantry as part of the credit union's 2026 "1 Million Reasons" initiative. The yearlong initiative is committing $1 million to organizations supporting four areas of community need: housing, food and basic needs, education and transportation. S more

Siddhartha Mukherjee Discusses AI and Health at OU Presidential Speakers Series Dinner

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Sept. 17 -- The University of Oklahoma Health campus issued the following news: * * * Siddhartha Mukherjee discusses AI and health at OU Presidential Speakers Series dinner Published: Wednesday, September 16, 2026 NORMAN, Okla. - The University of Oklahoma welcomed Siddhartha Mukherjee to campus for the Presidential Speakers Series dinner on the evening of Sept. 9 at the Oklahoma Memorial Union. Mukherjee -- an oncologist, entrepreneur and Pulitzer Prize-winning auth more

Spreading the word: Project Dragonfly graduate talks Bronx River project with several media outlets

OXFORD, Ohio, Sept. 16 -- Miami University posted the following news: * * * Spreading the word: Project Dragonfly graduate talks Bronx River project with several media outlets * RJ Hawkins, a graduate of Miami University's Project Dragonfly program, received national attention recently when he photographed the first otter seen in nearly 100 years in the Bronx section of the Bronx River. Hawkins is seen here with the trail camera that captured the image of the otter earlier this year. Seven more

Standard Chartered and LMAX Group expand partnership to include digital asset custody in Luxembourg and DIFC

LONDON, England, Sept. 16 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Standard Chartered, a banking and financial services company, issued the following news release: * * * Standard Chartered and LMAX Group expand partnership to include digital asset custody in Luxembourg and DIFC * LMAX Group becomes first client to onboard in Luxembourg following Standard Chartered's authorisation under MiCA London, Luxembourg, Dubai - Standard Chartered today announced its appointment as LMAX Group's digital as more

Statement From Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, on New Global Poll on International Cooperation

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release: * * * Statement From Dr. Rajiv J. Shah, President of The Rockefeller Foundation, on New Global Poll on International Cooperation Published Date September 16, 2026 People have become more pessimistic about the state of the world -- because their leaders and institutions are not delivering the results they need at a stormy time. A new global poll by The Rockefeller Foundation, surveying more than 35,000 people more

STONY BROOK MEDICINE COMMUNITY MEDICAL GROUP WELCOMES DARIUS SORBI, MD, AND HIS PRACTICE TO OUR...

STONY BROOK, New York, Sept. 16 -- The State University of New York Stony Brook University posted the following news: * * * STONY BROOK MEDICINE COMMUNITY MEDICAL GROUP WELCOMES DARIUS SORBI, MD, AND HIS PRACTICE TO OUR... * BAY SHORE, NY, September 16, 2026 - Stony Brook Medicine Community Medical Group, part of Stony Brook Medicine's growing network of community-based practices, is pleased to announce that Darius Sorbi, MD, and his newly established practice, South Shore Digestive Medicine more

Student Emergency Fund Grant

BINGHAMTON, New York, Sept. 16 -- Broome Community College posted the following news: * * * Student Emergency Fund Grant * The Student Emergency Fund application will be open to all current SUNY Broome students on Monday, September 21, 2026 Information about the Fund and how to apply can be found here: Student Emergency Fund To be eligible, a student must be: * Currently enrolled in at least 6 credit hours in a matriculated degree program at SUNY Broome Community College * Able to prov more

Study: Parents Report Vast Majority of Afterschool Students in Western New York Are Engaging in STEM Learning in Their Afterschool Programs, But Thousands of Children Shut Out

WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- Afterschool Alliance issued the following news release: * * * September 16, 2026 New Study: Parents Report Vast Majority of Afterschool Students in Western New York Are Engaging in STEM Learning in Their Afterschool Programs, But Thousands of Children Shut Out BUFFALO, NY -- Afterschool programs are leading the way in educating the next generation in the STEM subjects the jobs of the future will require. Eighty-five percent of parents of Western New York afte more

SUNY Potsdam Accepting Site Applications for Presidential Internship Program

POTSDAM, New York, Sept. 17 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus posted the following news: * * * SUNY Potsdam Accepting Site Applications for Presidential Internship Program * Ellie Barbolt '27, a student in the Presidential Internship Program, works in the lab as part of an integrated surveillance program for monitoring mosquito-borne zoonotic diseases in Northern New York. SUNY Potsdam's Lougheed Center for Applied Learning has announced another year of support for the Presi more

SUNY-Upstate Medical Campus: Norton College of Medicine Welcomes Alumni for 2026 Medical Reunion

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 17 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: * * * Published on Wednesday, September 16, 2026 Norton College of Medicine welcomes alumni for 2026 Medical Reunion Upstate Medical University's Alan and Marlene Norton College of Medicine will welcome nearly 300 alumni and guests to campus for its 2026 Medical Reunion Sept. 18 and 19. Alumni from the classes of 1951, 1956, 1961, 1966, 1971, 1976, 1981, 1986, 1991, more

Suozzi (D-NY), Knott (R-NC), and over a Dozen National Religious Organizations Urge Passage of Bipartisan, Bicameral Right to Worship Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Thomas Suozzi, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Suozzi (D-NY), Knott (R-NC), and over a Dozen National Religious Organizations Urge Passage of Bipartisan, Bicameral Right to Worship Act * Washington, D.C.-Congressman Tom Suozzi (D-NY) today held a press conference with Right to Worship Act co-lead Congressman Brad Knott (R-NC) and supporters from national endorsing organizations to urge the House and Senate to advance the buffer zone legislati more

Supporting First Responders: Governor Hochul Awards $25 Million in Capital Funding for 65 Volunteer Fire Departments

ALBANY, New York, Sept. 16 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Supporting First Responders: Governor Hochul Awards $25 Million in Capital Funding for 65 Volunteer Fire Departments * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $25 million in capital funding for 65 volunteer fire departments and districts across New York State to improve facilities, response capabilities and emergency preparedness. Ten departments received the maximum award of $1 million. These more

Sustainable research, renewable energy: Nevaeh Scott-Dominguez '26

UTICA, New York, Sept. 16 -- Utica University posted the following news: * * * Sustainable research, renewable energy: Nevaeh Scott-Dominguez '26 * "I also saw the value in being a part of a team responsible for investigating clean and renewable sources of energy." Energy is depleted. Machinery can't run. Grid's can't sustain. It wouldn't take much time after that for communities to find themselves on the threshold of collapse. Our entire modern world runs on energy sources, constantly ra more

Syracuse University: 800 Years in the Making - The Meaning Behind an Investiture Ceremony

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 17 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * 800 Years in the Making: The Meaning Behind an Investiture Ceremony Ahead of Chancellor Haynie's installation, historian Chris Kyle and higher education scholar Cathy Engstrom explain the 800-year-old tradition's enduring significance. John Boccacino Sept. 16, 2026 The first known Chancellor Investiture Ceremony in higher education in medieval Europe occurred more than 800 years ago on the campus of the Un more

Syracuse University: Eric Alderman Named LaunchPad Faculty Entrepreneur in Residence

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 17 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * Eric Alderman Named LaunchPad Faculty Entrepreneur in Residence Alderman L'75 will provide students with practical guidance as they navigate the entrepreneurial process. Cristina Hatem Sept. 16, 2026 The LaunchPad at Syracuse University Libraries has announced Eric Alderman L'75 as its latest Faculty Entrepreneur in Residence for the 2026-2027 academic year. Alderman attended the Wharton School at the Univ more

Syracuse University: New Federal Grant Funds Specialized Training in Health and Aging Research

SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 17 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * New Federal Grant Funds Specialized Training in Health and Aging Research Doctoral students will examine how policies and geographic factors shape health outcomes for American adults. Diane Stirling Sept. 16, 2026 A new grant recently awarded to two faculty members by the National Institutes of Health (NIH) underlines Syracuse University's national reputation in public policy, population health and aging r more

Take Action Now: Protect Our Right To Worship

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Religion] -- Agudath Israel of America, an arm and voice of American Orthodox Jewry, posted the following news: * * * Take Action Now: Protect Our Right To Worship * * Senate * House Take Action Now! Ask Congress to enact the Right to Worship Act Prefix *Mr.Mrs.MissMs.Dr.Other (Please Specify) First Name * Last Name * Email * Phone * Address * City * Zip/Postcode * Subject Dear [official/recipient], Sincerely, Your Name Send Email Subject D more

The Cost of Impunity: Four Years After Jina Mahsa Amini's Death, Thousands More Are Victims of Iran's Brutal Repression

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: International] -- The Center for Human Rights in Iran posted the following news release: * * * The Cost of Impunity: Four Years After Jina Mahsa Amini's Death, Thousands More Are Victims of Iran's Brutal Repression * September 16, 2026 -Four years after the death in police custody of 22-year-old Jina Mahsa Amini, which ignited Iran's historic Woman, Life, Freedom uprising, those responsible for her death and the grave violations committed against thousands of pr more

THE COUNTDOWN TO ORLANDO BEGINS: ENTRIES OPEN FOR THE 26TH AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Animals] -- The American Kennel Club posted the following news release: * * * THE COUNTDOWN TO ORLANDO BEGINS: ENTRIES OPEN FOR THE 26TH AKC NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP * Entries are now open for the 2026 AKC National Championship presented by Royal Canin, which returns to Orlando's Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) North/South Concourse this December 12th and 13th. Entries are also open for the AKC/Royal Canin National All-Breed Puppy and Junior Stakes, taking p more

The Energy Security We Need Is Already Here: Five Frontline Stories of Renewables in Action

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 16 [Category: Energy] -- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release: * * * The Energy Security We Need Is Already Here: Five Frontline Stories of Renewables in Action * Ahead of the UN General Assembly and Global Renewables Summit in New York next week, 350.org and Global Energy Monitor brought together frontline stories from five different places showing what re more

The LEI for France Increased in July

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release: * * * The LEI for France Increased in July * For Release 9:30 AM ET, September 16, 2026 Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below. The Conf more

TheatreUNI presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by William Shakespeare, adapted and directed by Kendra Kahl

CEDAR FALLS, Iowa, Sept. 16 -- The University of Northern Iowa posted the following news release: * * * TheatreUNI presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream" by William Shakespeare, adapted and directed by Kendra Kahl * CEDAR FALLS, Iowa - For its first production of the 2026-27 season, themed "Wonderings and Wanderings," TheatreUNI will present a high-energy, Jazz Age, 90-minute production of William Shakespeare's romantic comedy "A Midsummer Night's Dream." Set in 1920s New York, the city's sle more

Tonko, Heinrich & Budzinski Introduce Good Energy Jobs Act

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Paul D. Tonko, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Tonko, Heinrich & Budzinski Introduce Good Energy Jobs Act * WASHINGTON, DC -U.S. Representatives Paul D. Tonko (NY-20), Nikki Budzinski (IL-13), and U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-NM) today introduced the Good Energy Jobs Act, legislation that would codify labor and community benefit requirements, mandating that financial assistance delivered by the Department of Energy (DOE) supports high-qual more

Total Wireless & Western Union bring Guadalajara to LA: "Mexico Transferred"

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizTelecommunications] -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Total Wireless & Western Union bring Guadalajara to LA: "Mexico Transferred" * #At a Glance * The event: Total Wireless and Western Union are launching "Mexico Transferred," an immersive, sensory storytelling installation opening September 25 in Boyle Heights, Los Angeles, that recreates the everyday sights and sounds of Guadalajara, M more

Transcript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference To Make Infrastructure Announcement

NEW YORK, Sept. 17 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Transcript: Mayor Mamdani Holds Press Conference To Make Infrastructure Announcement September 16, 2026 Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani: Good morning, my friends, and welcome to the Throne Labs warehouse here in Queens. I first want to acknowledge and to thank City Council Member Sandy Nurse, who -- let's have a round of applause for Sandy -- who has been a leader in this fight for years. It is an honor to m more

Tulane Law Professor Receives Grant to Study the Legal Challenges of Surveillance Pricing

NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Sept. 16 -- Tulane University Law School posted the following news: * * * Tulane Law Professor Receives Grant to Study the Legal Challenges of Surveillance Pricing * Companies know more about you than you might think: what you browse, what you buy and potentially even what you're willing to pay. Increasingly, that data can help determine the price you see on your screen. The practice is known as "surveillance pricing," and as businesses increasingly use algorithms an more

Turner Celebrates New Era for Historic Michie Stadium at West Point

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: BizConstruction] -- Turner Construction Co. issued the following news: * * * Turner Celebrates New Era for Historic Michie Stadium at West Point * Turner celebrated the completion of the Michie Stadium Preservation Project at the United States Military Academy in West Point, New York, marking a new chapter for one of college football's most historic venues. The renovated East Stands welcomed fans for the first time as the Army Black Knights opened their 2026 fo more

Twenty Years of Progress on Gender Parity Now Fragile, WEF Report Finds

GENEVA, Switzerland, Sept. 16 [Category: Economics] (TNSbrep) -- The World Economic Forum issued the following news release: * * * Twenty Years of Progress on Gender Parity Now Fragile, WEF Report Finds * Zhong Wen * Nearly every economy tracked since 2006 has advanced gender parity, yet full parity is 120 years away. * Political empowerment has seen the largest gains since 2006 but has reversed since 2016. The share of economies led by a woman peaked in 2022 and has fallen back to 2016 more

U.N. Secretary-General's Message on the International Day of the Preservation of the Ozone Layer

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- The United Nations issued the following statement: * * * 16 September 2026 New York, UN Secretary-General's message on the International Day of the Preservation of the Ozone Layer Statements | Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General Ten years ago, the world added a new chapter to one of its greatest environmental success stories. Building on the Montreal Protocol, which put the ozone layer on the path to recovery, nations adopted the Kigali Amendment to tackle a new threa more

U.N. Secretary-General's Remarks at Press Conference at Start of 81st Session of General Assembly

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 -- The United Nations issued the following statement: * * * 16 September 2026 New York, UN Secretary-General's remarks at Press Conference at the start of the 81st Session of the General Assembly Press events | Antonio Guterres, Secretary-General Dear members of the media, This is the final press conference of those done before the opening of the High-Level week of the General Assembly. So allow me to begin with a word of gratitude. Thank you for all you do to share t more

UM System Honors Six Faculty With Curators' Distinguished Professorships

COLUMBIA, Missouri, Sept. 16 -- The University of Missouri issued the following news release: * * * UM System honors six faculty with Curators' Distinguished Professorships The designation is the highest academic rank bestowed by the University of Missouri Board of Curators. Sept. 16, 2026 Six University of Missouri faculty members have been named Curators' Distinguished Professors, the highest and most prestigious academic rank bestowed by the Board of Curators. The six scholars are inter more

Unisys Transfers Approximately $200 Million of Its U.S. Defined Benefit Pension Obligations to New York Life Through the Purchase of a Group Annuity Contract

BLUE BELL, Pennsylvania, Sept. 17 -- Unisys, a technology solutions company, issued the following news release: * * * Unisys Transfers Approximately $200 Million of Its U.S. Defined Benefit Pension Obligations to New York Life Through the Purchase of a Group Annuity Contract Consistent with Unisys' capital structure and pension strategy, this agreement reduces pension liabilities and lowers the future cost of fully removing its U.S. pension obligations - BLUE BELL, Pa., Sept. 16, 2026 - Uni more

VCU Libraries Donor Supports 'multiplier Effect' of Affordable Course Content

RICHMOND, Virginia, Sept. 17 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Sept. 16, 2026 VCU Libraries donor supports 'multiplier effect' of affordable course content Former VCU staff member Leslie Brown aims to improve textbook costs for students through the magic of a library program that has saved more than $15 million in course material costs since 2017. By Chelyen Davis When Leslie Brown thinks about what kind of place Virginia Commonwealth University is, she r more

Velazquez and Davidson Reintroduce Bill to Help Legal Cannabis Businesses Obtain Insurance

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16 -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Velazquez and Davidson Reintroduce Bill to Help Legal Cannabis Businesses Obtain Insurance * WASHINGTON -Today, Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez (D-NY) and Rep. Warren Davidson (R-OH) reintroduced the Clarifying Law Around Insurance of Marijuana, or CLAIM Act, legislation that would shield insurers from federal criminal prosecution and protect brokers, agents, and insurers from civil liability when t more

VICTORY: Federal court says ICE threatened critic by serving him with 'Warning Notice' over an email

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 15 -- The Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression posted the following news release: * * * VICTORY: Federal court says ICE threatened critic by serving him with 'Warning Notice' over an email * WASHINGTON, Sept. 15, 2026 -A federal court on Tuesday ordered the Department of Homeland Security and Immigration and Customs Enforcement to stop violating the First Amendment by threatening a Rochester man over a January email in which he criticized the then more

Why Transparency and Quality Data are Crucial to Effective Development Co-operation

NEW YORK, Sept. 16 [Category: Sociological] -- The International Aid Transparency Initiative, a voluntary, multi-stakeholder initiative that works with donors, partner countries and civil society organizations to make information about aid spending easier to access and use, posted the following news: * * * Why Transparency and Quality Data are Crucial to Effective Development Co-operation * This blog was authored by Yemesrach Workie, Executive Director, International Aid Transparency Initiat more

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