Sunday - October 4, 2026

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'They Promised Her the Moon' cast announced; performance dates set at Cameron University
LAWTON, Oklahoma, Sept. 23 -- Cameron University issued the following news release: * * * 'They Promised Her the Moon' cast announced; performance dates set at Cameron University * The cast of "They Promised Her the Moon," the first theatrical presentation of Cameron University's 2026-2027 academic year, has been announced. Performances of Laurel Ollstein's play are set for 7:30 p.m. Oct. 1-3, with a matinee finale at 2 p.m. Oct. 4, all in the University Theater, 27th and A Avenue. The pr  more
21 University of Kansas students selected for the 2026 Millennium Fellowship class
LAWRENCE, Kansas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news: * * * 21 University of Kansas students selected for the 2026 Millennium Fellowship class * LAWRENCE -Selected from a record-breaking 76,000 applicants from more than 6,000 campuses worldwide, 21 University of Kansas students were recently chosen for the 2026 Millennium Fellowship, a leadership development program that partners with the United Nations Academic Impact (UNAI) and is overseen by the Millennium Camp  more
A little thank you can go a long way, new study finds
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Temple University posted the following news: * * * A little thank you can go a long way, new study finds * Meghan Kane, assistant professor of management at the Fox School of Business, co-authored a new study that finds gratitude creates a ripple effect in the workplace and builds stronger coworker relationships. For leaders wanting to build stronger teams, a new study suggests they should start with two simple words: "Thank you." New research finds   more
A new gift carries on C. Donald Babers' legacy
ARLINGTON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * A new gift carries on C. Donald Babers' legacy * A new University of Texas at Arlington scholarship endowment has been established in memory of C. Donald Babers to support needs-based first-generation students. Babers, a 1969 UTA graduate who received his Bachelor of Arts in history and sociology, was among the first African Americans to be admitted to UTA following integration. W  more
A Race Against Time: Texas A&M Veterinarians Use Hemoperfusion To Treat Apoquel Overdose
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release: * * * A Race Against Time: Texas A&M Veterinarians Use Hemoperfusion To Treat Apoquel Overdose Sep. 23, 2026 Texas A&M's Small Animal Teaching Hospital is one of the few veterinary hospitals equipped to provide hemoperfusion, giving critical patients like Freya access to an advanced treatment that can remove certain toxins directly from the bloods  more
Advancing health by addressing food insecurity in our communities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 [Category: Health Care] -- Ascension, a faith-based healthcare organization, posted the following news release: * * * Advancing health by addressing food insecurity in our communities * September is Hunger Action Month, a time to raise awareness of food insecurity and its impact on health. Food insecurity is a complex community health issue, and addressing it often requires more than one solution. Across Ascension, Ministry Markets are encouraged to address food insecur  more
ALG Hosts Discussion At GOP Midterm Convention On Sept. 10 On Lawfare, Dark Money And Foreign Influence
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 24 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- Americans for Limited Government posted the following news release: * * * ALG Hosts Discussion At GOP Midterm Convention On Sept. 10 On Lawfare, Dark Money And Foreign Influence * Sept. 3, 2026, Fairfax, Va.-Americans for Limited Government today announced a discussion on lawfare, dark money and foreign influence targeting U.S. economic infrastructure critical to national security at the Dallas, Texas GOP Midterm Con  more
ALTA Reports Q2 2026 Market Share and Title Premium Volume
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The American Land Title Association issued the following news release: * * * ALTA Reports Q2 2026 Market Share and Title Premium Volume Washington, D.C., Sept. 23, 2026 -- The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, today announced that the title insurance industry generated $5.3 billion in title insurance premiums during the second quarter of 2026, according to ALTA's latest Market Share Analysis. Th  more
AMWA Announces 2026 INSPIRE Awardees
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, Sept. 23 [Category: Medical] -- The American Medical Women's Association posted the following news: * * * AMWA Announces 2026 INSPIRE Awardees * The American Medical Women's Association (AMWA) is honored to announce 31 recipients of the 2026 AMWA INSPIRE Award. This annual award celebrates women physicians who exemplify the highest values of vision, integrity, service, and role modeling in medicine and health care. "The INSPIRE Award, given in September during Women in   more
Army Medical Command Leaders Focus on Warfighter Readiness at Leadership Development Session in Germany
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Army Medicine posted the following news: * * * Army Medical Command Leaders Focus on Warfighter Readiness at Leadership Development Session in Germany * SEMBACH, Germany -Military medicine exists to build trust with troops on the front lines and ensure their families that top-tier care awaits them at home and abroad, the Army's top medical officer told senior leaders during a Leadership Professional Development session in Germany recently. "Army Medi  more
Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Identification of Remains of Jason Landry, Texas State Student Who Went Missing After Car Crash in 2020
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Ken Paxton Announces Identification of Remains of Jason Landry, Texas State Student Who Went Missing After Car Crash in 2020 * Attorney General Ken Paxton's Cold Case Unit announced that DNA analysis has conclusively identified recently recovered human remains as those of Jason Landry, who had been missing since December 13, 2020. Landry, a 21-year-old Texas State Universi  more
Attorney General Marshall Co-Leads Brief to U.S. Supreme Court Urging Court to Return Voter Qualification Authority to States
MONTGOMERY, Alabama, Sept. 21 -- Alabama Attorney General Steve T. Marshall issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Marshall Co-Leads Brief to U.S. Supreme Court Urging Court to Return Voter Qualification Authority to States September 21, 2026 (Montgomery, Ala.) - Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall has filed a 26-State brief in the U.S. Supreme Court to defend election integrity and restore the States' constitutional authority to set and enforce voter qualifications. A  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from 2 Alabama Sites
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, will repatriate human remains representing two Native American individuals and 39 associated funerary objects connected to 1 of 12 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The remains and objects came from two Alabama sites. At the Rocky Creek site in Butler County, one individual and five objects--four pottery sherds and one lithic--were identified. At the McCloud Site in Pike County, one individual and 34 objects were i  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from 4 Alabama Counties
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, will repatriate human remains representing 17 Native American individuals and 863 associated funerary objects connected to 1 of 14 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The remains and objects came from 10 archaeological sites across Alabama, including locations in Dallas, Monroe, Washington and Wilcox counties. The collections include pottery sherds, lithics, faunal bones, shells, beads, metal objects and other materi  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from Atasi Site, Tallapoosa River in Macon County, Alabama
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, will repatriate human remains representing five Native American individuals and 478 associated funerary objects connected to 1 of 14 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The materials came from the Atasi site, also called 1MC6 by David Chase, along an oxbow lake and the Tallapoosa River in Macon County, Alabama. Chase excavated the site with Auburn University at Montgomery students in 1972, followed by surface collect  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from Multiple Archaeological Sites in Elmore County, Alabama
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, will repatriate human remains representing 13 Native American individuals and 1,046 associated funerary objects connected to 1 of 12 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The materials came from multiple archaeological sites in Alabama, primarily in Elmore County. The collections include pottery sherds, lithics, faunal bones, shells, metal and glass objects, charred seeds and plant material. The sites include 1EE56, 1E  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from Phenix City Dock Site in Russell County, Alabama
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, will repatriate human remains and an associated funerary object connected to 1 of 13 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The remains represent one individual of Native American ancestry. The associated funerary object is a fragment of a deer long bone. The materials were removed from the Phenix City Dock Site, also potentially identified as the Historic Creek Town of Upper Coweta, along the Chattahoochee River in Rus  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from Pintlala Site in Lowndes County, Alabama
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, will repatriate human remains and 299 associated funerary objects connected to 1 of 14 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The remains represent one individual of Native American ancestry. The objects include 279 pottery sherds, 19 lithics and one shell. The materials were removed from the Pintlala site, also called the "Burial Urn Site," in Lowndes County, Alabama, during a surface collection potentially conducted b  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from Tuckabatchee Site in Elmore County, Alabama
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, has completed an inventory of human remains and associated funerary objects and determined they have a cultural connection to 1 of 13 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The remains represent one individual of Native American ancestry. The collection includes 556 associated funerary objects, consisting of pottery sherds, lithics, faunal bones, shell, metal objects, glass shards and fired clay. The materials were rem  more
Auburn University at Montgomery to Repatriate Native American Human Remains Recovered from Union Springs Site in Bullock County, Alabama
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 (TNSFR) -- Auburn University at Montgomery, Alabama, will repatriate human remains representing two Native American individuals and 268 associated funerary objects connected to 1 of 13 Native American tribes and tribal towns. The remains and objects were removed from the Union Springs site in Bullock County, Alabama, during excavations conducted by David Chase in 1983 in response to development of a recreational park. The collection includes 182 pottery sherds, 43 lithics,   more
Balfour Beatty Backs UK Infrastructure Growth With Workforce Set to Increase by 2,000
LONDON, England, Sept. 24 -- Balfour Beatty, an infrastructure group, issued the following news release: * * * Balfour Beatty backs UK infrastructure growth with workforce set to increase by 2,000 23 September 2026 Balfour Beatty is committing to increase its UK workforce from approximately 14,000 to 16,000 over the next two years as it scales up to deliver the country's next generation of critical infrastructure. The recruitment drive marks a major acceleration in Balfour Beatty's UK gro  more
Bank Economists: Business Spending Will Drive Resilient Growth in the Face of Elevated Inflation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankers Association posted the following news release: * * * Bank Economists: Business Spending Will Drive Resilient Growth in the Face of Elevated Inflation * WASHINGTON - The American Bankers Association's Economic Advisory Committee expects the U.S. economy to continue expanding at a solid pace through the remainder of 2026 and into 2027. This growth will come even as the group projects inflation will remain above the Fe  more
Bazrkar brings urban water management expertise to Texas A&M AgriLife
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Bazrkar brings urban water management expertise to Texas A&M AgriLife * Mohammad Hadi Bazrkar, Ph.D., P.E., joined Texas A&M AgriLife Research as an assistant professor of sustainable urban water management in the Texas A&M Department of Biological and Agricultural Engineering. He will be stationed at the Texas A&M AgriLife Resea  more
Bowdoin College: Putting Coastal Studies Into Practice in Harpswell
BRUNSWICK, Maine, Sept. 24 -- Bowdoin College issued the following news: * * * Putting Coastal Studies into Practice in Harpswell By Rebecca Goldfine Students in this fall's Coastal Studies Semester at the Schiller Center are collaborating with townspeople in Harpswell to address issues affecting residents, from coastal erosion to housing affordability. For biology and education major Ella Kennedy '28, the new class on local policy has quickly become a favorite part of her semester. "I lik  more
Bureau of Transportation Statistics: North American Transborder Freight Valued at $157.6 Billion in July 2026, Up 18.8% From July 2025
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Bureau of Transportation Statistics issued the following news: * * * North American Transborder Freight valued at $157.6 billion in July 2026, up 18.8% from July 2025 September 23, 2026 This release is published on a fixed schedule as required by the Office of Management and Budget, and statistics in this release may be revised when inputs to the statistics are corrected or updated. Data on the program page of this website are the  more
CAIR and CAIR-Austin Condemn Austin ICE Shooting, Call for Independent Investigation, Accountability and ICE Reformation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release: * * * CAIR and CAIR-Austin Condemn Austin ICE Shooting, Call for Independent Investigation, Accountability and ICE Reformation September 23, 2026 The national headquarters of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR) and its Austin office (CAIR-Austin) today condemned the shooting of Wilber Rafael Garces Perez (28) by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) officer in North Austin  more
Casar, Sanders Introduce Legislation to Create New Federal Agency to Ban Artificial Superintelligence, Pause Advanced AI Development
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Rep. Greg Casar, D-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Casar, Sanders Introduce Legislation to Create New Federal Agency to Ban Artificial Superintelligence, Pause Advanced AI Development * WASHINGTON -Today, Congressman Greg Casar (D-Texas) and Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) introduced the Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act -legislation to stop artificial intelligence (AI) oligarchs from building machines humans cannot control and to pause advanced AI deve  more
CBHHS Research Symposium highlights research and collaboration across college
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news: * * * CBHHS Research Symposium highlights research and collaboration across college * The University of Arkansas at Little Rock's College of Business, Health, and Human Services (CBHHS) brought faculty, graduate students, and campus colleagues together Sept. 17-18 for its annual Research Symposium, showcasing the breadth of research across the college and creating opportunities to shar  more
Centre College: Student Learns Research and Networking Skills With Women in Neuroscience Program
DANVILLE, Kentucky, Sept. 24 -- Centre College issued the following news: * * * Student learns research and networking skills with Women in Neuroscience program September 23, 2026 By Kylie Wulf As Catherine Alayane began her sophomore year, she wasn't sure what her career path would look like, but thanks to some Centre connections and a transformative summer experience, she now has a clearer picture. This past summer, Alayane, class of 2028, participated in the Women in Neuroscience intern  more
Century Worth Carrying: American and July Unveil a Heritage-inspired Collaboration
FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 23 -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * September 21, 2026 A century worth carrying: American and July unveil a heritage-inspired collaboration American Airlines and July are collaborating to bring something special to the air with a first-of-its-kind heritage-inspired suitcase collection. NEW YORK and FORT WORTH, Texas -- Get ready to travel in style with a new, fashion-forward collaboration blending 100 years of American's iconic brand with a mode  more
Changing Counterions Gives Molecular Materials New Electronic Behaviors
KYOTO, Japan, Sept. 24 -- Ritsumeikan University posted the following news: * * * Changing Counterions Gives Molecular Materials New Electronic Behaviors * Researchers from Ritsumeikan University reveal how counterions can control molecular shape, electron transfer, assembly, and pressure-responsive propertiesn Electronic materials can change their behavior when molecules interact with surrounding ions, but controlling these effects remains challenging. Now, researchers from Ritsumeikan U  more
Checker Neyland, "College GameDay" Set the Stage for a UT Showdown
KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 23 -- The University of Tennessee posted the following news: * * * Checker Neyland, "College GameDay" Set the Stage for a UT Showdown * The University of Tennessee, Knoxville, will welcome fans to campus Saturday, Sept. 26, as the Vols take on the University of Texas at Austin in their Southeastern Conference opener. This will be the Longhorns' first visit to Neyland Stadium and the third meeting between the two teams. Kickoff is set for noon inside Neyland Stadi  more
Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: CDC Officially Lists One Measles Death, as Agency Works to Create Standard Definition
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 24 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Henrick Karoliszyn, investigative reporter for The Defender: * * * CDC Officially Lists One Measles Death, as Agency Works to Create Standard Definition The CDC is working with state epidemiologists to create a standard definition for measles deaths. The agency launched   more
Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: Video Games as Medicine for Kids? New Studies Highlight Risks
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Sept. 24 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Henrick Karoliszyn, investigative reporter for The Defender: * * * Video Games as Medicine for Kids? New Studies Highlight Risks A series of new studies suggests video games and gamified apps could help children with anxiety, depression and attention problems. But resear  more
Cilantro named newest Texas Superstar plant
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Cilantro named newest Texas Superstar plant * Few herbs earn a permanent spot in Texas gardens and kitchens quite like cilantro. The fast-growing, cool-season favorite has been named a Texas Superstar plant. Also known as coriander, or Chinese parsley, cilantro, Coriandrum sativum, is a staple herb in Tex-Mex, Asian and countles  more
Cities in 30 states awarded $1.1M in grants for CPR training, cardiac emergency planning
DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Cities in 30 states awarded $1.1M in grants for CPR training, cardiac emergency planning * DALLAS, September 23, 2026 -Every year, more than 350,000 cardiac arrests occur outside of a hospital in the United States[1]. Survival often depends on how quickly people nearby recognize the emergency, call 911, begin CPR and use an automated external defibrillator (AED)[2]. Yet   more
CNN Promotes Leigh Waldman to Correspondent
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 23 [Category: BizMedia] -- CNN posted the following news: * * * CNN Promotes Leigh Waldman to Correspondent * September 23rd, 2026 NEW YORK, NY - September 23, 2026 - Leigh Waldman has been promoted to CNN Correspondent, the network announced today. Beginning October 12, she will be based in Los Angeles and will report across CNN platforms, bringing her field reporting experience and strong affiliate newsroom background to the network's domestic news coverage. Waldm  more
Co-op Live Sets the Stage for Connected Operations With Oracle Cloud Applications
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 24 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Co-op Live Sets the Stage for Connected Operations with Oracle Cloud Applications Oracle Simphony Cloud POS and NetSuite helping the UK's largest arena streamline food and beverage service and financial operations Austin, Texas and Manchester, UK--Sep 23, 2026 Co-op Live, one of the world's most advanced live entertainment venues, is using Oracle Cloud appl  more
Coleman Champion: Briauna Rivers
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 28 -- Houston City College posted the following news: * * * Coleman Champion: Briauna Rivers * Name Briauna Rivers City/Town of Residence Houston Hometown & High School Houston, Jersey Village High School Current Degree or Certificate Program Health Information Technology, AAS Year & Class 2nd Year, Class of 2027 Jobs or Leadership Positions in Community Special Education Bus Monitor & Volunteer Bible Educator Talents or Hobbies, or Something   more
College of Education names Elizabeth Prosek first director of Graduate Education
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University College of Education posted the following news: * * * College of Education names Elizabeth Prosek first director of Graduate Education * UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -The Penn State College of Education has named Elizabeth Prosek as its inaugural director of Graduate Education. Prosek, whose professional background is in clinical mental health counseling, has been a Penn State faculty member since 2019. She has served as empha  more
Comcast NBCUniversal Announces $2.5 Million in Unrestricted Grants to 80 Nonprofits
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 [Category: BizMedia] -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, posted the following news: * * * Comcast NBCUniversal Announces $2.5 Million in Unrestricted Grants to 80 Nonprofits * NBCUniversal Local Impact Grants have provided $24.3M to 695 nonprofits since 2018 September 23, 2026 Comcast NBCUniversal and NBCUniversal Local announced that a total of $2.5 million has been awarded to 80 nonprofit organizations servicing one of the 11 NBC- and Telemundo-owned stations' m  more
Competency-Based Education Enrollment Jumps 14% at East Texas A&M
COMMERCE, Texas, Sept. 23 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * Competency-Based Education Enrollment Jumps 14% at East Texas A&M * Enrollment in East Texas A&M University's competency-based education (CBE) programs is booming, increasing nearly 14% over last year as more working adults seek flexible pathways to degrees and career advancement. The growth comes as the university continues to expand its CBE off  more
Congressman Tim Moore Raises Concerns Over National Debt, Calls for Bipartisan Fiscal Commission During Field Hearing
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Rep. Tim Moore, R-North Carolina, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Tim Moore Raises Concerns Over National Debt, Calls for Bipartisan Fiscal Commission During Field Hearing * WASHINGTON, D.C. \- During the House Budget Committee field hearing in Dallas, Texas, Congressman Tim Moore (NC-14) raised concerns about how the national debt is affecting North Carolina families and called for the establishment of a bipartisan fiscal commission to address th  more
Cowley College: Dr. Michelle Schoon Reflects on 35 Years of Service as She Prepares for Retirement
ARKANSAS CITY, Kansas, Sept. 23 -- Cowley College issued the following news release: * * * September 23, 2026 Dr. Michelle Schoon Reflects on 35 Years of Service as She Prepares for Retirement After 35 years of serving Cowley College, Dr. Michelle Schoon is preparing to close one of the most significant chapters of her professional life. Schoon announced on Sept. 21 that she will retire as president of Cowley College, effective Feb. 1, 2027. Her final working day will be Jan. 29. While retir  more
CPR education earns students Super Bowl tickets and schools $50,000 in PE equipment
DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * CPR education earns students Super Bowl tickets and schools $50,000 in PE equipment * DALLAS, Sept. 23, 2026 -Five students and five schools have been awarded special incentive prizes as part of a collaboration between the American Heart Association, devoted to changing the future to a world of healthier lives for all, and the National Football League (NFL) Foundation to  more
Department of the Air Force pilot program expands to help more military spouses
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force issued the following news: * * * Department of the Air Force pilot program expands to help more military spouses * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - A professional in her own right, Kayla Amie holds a master's degree in organizational leadership and a Bachelor of Science in education, and has worked steadily since she was legally old enough to hold a job. But when she married a U.S. Air Force Airman, that professional background no lo  more
Department of the Air Force pilot program expands to help more military spouses
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Space Force issued the following news: * * * Department of the Air Force pilot program expands to help more military spouses * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas (AFNS) - A professional in her own right, Kayla Amie holds a master's degree in organizational leadership and a Bachelor of Science in education, and has worked steadily since she was legally old enough to hold a job. But when she married a U.S. Air Force Airman, that professional backg  more
Department of the Air Force Pilot Program Expands to Help More Military Spouses
RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Air Force Personnel Center posted the following news: * * * Department of the Air Force Pilot Program Expands to Help More Military Spouses * JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas - A professional in her own right, Kayla Amie holds a master's in organizational leadership and a bachelor of science in education, and has worked steadily since she was legally old enough to hold a job. But when she married a U.S. Air Force Airman, that professional backg  more
Does a Criminal Record Predict Future Crime Forever? A New Study of 16 Million People Says No
OMAHA, Nebraska, Sept. 22 -- The University of Nebraska Omaha Campus posted the following news: * * * Does a Criminal Record Predict Future Crime Forever? A New Study of 16 Million People Says No * A new study of more than 16.5 million people spanning 40 years of criminal-charge records finds that the predictive value of a past criminal charge does not last forever. Instead, it fades in a highly consistent, measurable pattern, and largely converges with the general population's ordinary ri  more
Douglas Lake Homeowners Partner With U-M Biological Station to Keep Lake Healthy
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 24 -- The University of Michigan issued the following news: * * * Douglas Lake homeowners partner with U-M Biological Station to keep lake healthy September 22, 2026 LEVERING, Michigan--Maddie, a German Shepherd and Belgian Malinois mix, takes a break from chasing her favorite ball and bends down at the Douglas Lake shore to lap up the clean, cool water. In other lakes, particularly those with toxic algae, this wouldn't be a pleasant experience for Maddie, whose o  more
Drought, flood risk tool available worldwide
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program: * * * Drought, flood risk tool available worldwide * A web-based tool that lets farmers, researchers and policymakers assess drought and flood risk in agricultural regions has expanded from a Texas and U.S. resource into a platform available to users anywhere in the world. The Water, Impact and Sustainability Estimator, or WISE, draws  more
Employment Instability and Early Retirement Linked to Cognitive Deficits and Risk of Dementia
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health posted the following news: * * * Employment Instability and Early Retirement Linked to Cognitive Deficits and Risk of Dementia * Stable employment in midlife was associated with better cognitive health in later life, according to a new study from Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health's Butler Aging Center. Conversely, employment instability, early retirement, and dropping out of the labor force are linked  more
Entergy Louisiana president and CEO Phillip May Named 2026 LABI Executive of the Year
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, Sept. 23 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release: * * * Entergy Louisiana president and CEO Phillip May Named 2026 LABI Executive of the Year * BATON ROUGE, La. - Entergy Louisiana president and CEO Phillip May has been named the 2026 Executive of the Year by the Louisiana Association of Business and Industry (LABI), recognizing his exceptional leadership in strengthening Louisiana's business climate, advancing major economic development ini  more
Erin Yenawine becomes UTC's third consecutive Portz Scholar
CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Sept. 23 -- The University of Tennessee Chattanooga Campus posted the following news: * * * Erin Yenawine becomes UTC's third consecutive Portz Scholar * Erin Yenawine did not know she had been nominated for a national award after submitting her thesis. The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga alum graduated in May with degrees in political science and economics and started working full-time in Chattanooga when she received a surprising email. She was selected as a  more
FBI Director Patel Testifies Before Senate Judiciary Committee
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Senate Judiciary Committee released the following testimony by FBI Director Kash Patel from a Sept. 15, 2026, hearing on the oversight of the agency: * * * Chairman Grassley, Ranking Member Durbin, and distinguished Members of the Committee, thank you for inviting me to appear before you today to discuss the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)--our current operations, the priorities driving them, and the threat landscape confronting the country. Each day, the men   more
Federal Register: FDA Issues 5-Year Import Debarment After Conviction in Counterfeit Cancer Drug Scheme
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Sanjay Kumar: Final Debarment Order The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is issuing an order under the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act debarring Sanjay Kumar for a period of 5 years from importing or offering for import any drug into the United States. FDA bases this order on a finding that Mr. Kumar was convicted of a   more
Federal Register: Foreign-Trade Zones Board Reassigns Phillips 66 Subzone Authority in Borger, Texas, to City of Amarillo
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of Commerce Foreign-Trade Zones Board issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Reissuance of the Grant of Authority for Subzone 165A; Phillips 66 Company; Borger, Texas Pursuant to its authority under the Foreign-Trade Zones Act of June 18, 1934, as amended (19 U.S.C. 81a-81u), the Foreign-Trade Zones Board (the Board) adopts the following Order: The Foreign-Trade Zones (FTZ) Board (the Board) has considered the applicatio  more
Fiction Writer Ito Romo to Read at Pittsburg State University
PITTSBURG, Kansas, Sept. 24 -- Pittsburg State University issued the following news: * * * Fiction writer Ito Romo to read at Pittsburg State University 23 September 2026 Fiction writer Ito Romo will read from his work at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 29, at the Bicknell Family Center for the Arts at Pittsburg State University. The event is free and open to the public and is sponsored by the Distinguished Visiting Writers Series and the Student Fee Council. A reception will follow. Romo will re  more
Fisher Phillips Issues Insight: Texas Private Schools Are Getting Website Privacy Demand Letters - 3 Steps You Can Take Before You Get One
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 24 -- Fisher Phillips, a law firm, issued the following Insight: * * * Texas Private Schools Are Getting Website Privacy Demand Letters: 3 Steps You Can Take Before You Get One Sep 23, 2026 The Texas Attorney General just warned businesses and nonprofits about a surge of demand letters claiming that routine website tools violate a California privacy law, and private and independent schools in Texas should read that September 17 warning as if it were addressed directly  more
From Jeff Davis to the College Sidelines: Coach Gonzo Has SGSC Soccer Flying High
DOUGLAS, Georgia, Sept. 23 -- South Georgia State College posted the following news: * * * From Jeff Davis to the College Sidelines: Coach Gonzo Has SGSC Soccer Flying High * From hazlehurstnow.com (Donna Wilcox) South Georgia State College women's soccer is off to another strong start, and the coach leading the Lady Hawks continues to call Jeff Davis County home. Lisa "Coach Gonzo" Gonzalez-Lytle, a familiar name to local soccer fans following a highly successful six-year tenure at Jeff Da  more
Frost and Sullivan: Targa Telematics Receives 2026 Europe Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 24 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services, posted the following news release: * * * Targa Telematics Receives Frost & Sullivan's 2026 Europe Competitive Strategy Leadership Recognition for Excellence in Fleet Management and Insurance Telematics Recognized for outstanding innovation, digital transformation leadership, and strong strategy execution driving measurable customer outcome  more
FSU student filmmakers earn national recognition from American Society of Cinematographers
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 23 -- Florida State University issued the following news: * * * FSU student filmmakers earn national recognition from American Society of Cinematographers * #Key Points * Three FSU College of Motion Picture Arts students earn nominations for the American Society of Cinematographers' 2026 Student Heritage Awards. * FSU students claim three of the 10 nominations across the U.S. undergraduate narrative and documentary categories, including two of four documentar  more
Good Faith in English Contract Law
DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Haynes Boone, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Good Faith in English Contract Law * By Jonathan Morton September 23, 2026 English contract law has never been comfortable with good faith. Unlike many civil law systems, England has resisted any overarching principle that contracting parties must deal with one another fairly. Commercial parties enjoy wide freedom to pursue their own interests, but the boundaries of that freedom,  more
Governor Abbott Appoints Westerfeld To Tenth Court Of Appeals
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Abbott Appoints Westerfeld To Tenth Court Of Appeals * Governor Greg Abbott appointed Andrea Westerfeld to the Tenth Court of Appeals, Place 3, effective October 1, 2026, for a term set to expire December 31, 2028, or until her successor shall be duly elected and qualified. Andrea Westerfeld of Midlothian is an assistant county and district attorney and chief of the appellate division for  more
Greenberg Traurig Strengthens Capital Markets and Finance Practices in Mexico
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 23 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Greenberg Traurig Strengthens Capital Markets and Finance Practices in Mexico * #Firm Adds Two Shareholders and Two Associates MEXICO CITY - Sep. 23, 2026 - Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP strengthened its Capital Markets and Finance practices in its Mexico office with the addition of Guillermo Uribe Lara and Adrian Gay Lasa as shareholders, and Jorge E. Gonzal  more
Hispanic Voters Will Shape the Midterms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Hispanic Voters Will Shape the Midterms * NYT: "Democratic gains among Hispanic voters would imperil Republicans in more than a dozen districts" National polls over the last month show Democrats leading with Hispanic likely voters by up to 35 points. This shift among Hispanic voters leaves Republicans in danger in districts where Trump won by double digits. Republicans' 2024 top  more
Honors College Forum welcomes Doug McKelvey and 'Every Moment Holy LIVE' to MC
CLINTON, Mississippi, Sept. 23 -- Mississippi Christian University posted the following news: * * * Honors College Forum welcomes Doug McKelvey and 'Every Moment Holy LIVE' to MC * "Every Moment Holy" is a prayer and liturgy series by Douglas McKelvey that seeks to help readers understand God's sacred purpose through the ordinary events of daily life. The Honors College at Mississippi Christian University is bringing McKelvey to the Clinton campus for "Every Moment Holy LIVE," a worship, mu  more
HPE Named a Leader in 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Infrastructure Platform Consumption Services
SPRING, Texas, Sept. 24 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release: * * * HPE named a Leader in 2026 Gartner(R) Magic Quadrant(TM) for Infrastructure Platform Consumption Services GreenLake brings together infrastructure, operations, automation, data, agentic intelligence, and consumption in a unified hybrid cloud operating experience In this article * HPE is helping enterprises simplify increasingly distributed, AI-native IT environm  more
Husch Blackwell Adds Commercial Litigator Ryan Bueche in Austin
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 23 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Husch Blackwell Adds Commercial Litigator Ryan Bueche in Austin * Husch Blackwell announced today that Ryan Bueche has joined the firm as a partner in Austin, adding trial and appellate litigation depth to the commercial litigation practice. Bueche brings to Husch Blackwell a combination of trial and appellate experience. He has served as lead trial counsel in ca  more
In the Texas U.S. Senate Race, Talarico Leads Paxton by 1% & In the Texas Gubernatorial Race, Abbott Leads Hinojosa by 4%
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 22 -- Texas Southern University posted the following news: * * * In the Texas U.S. Senate Race, Talarico Leads Paxton by 1% & In the Texas Gubernatorial Race, Abbott Leads Hinojosa by 4% * A new report from Texas Southern University's Barbara Jordan Public Policy Research and Survey Center, Texas 2026: U.S. Senate, Governor, and Other Statewide Races, provides the vote intention and candidate evaluations of Texas likely voters in the statewide contests for U.S. Senate,   more
Kapoor and Keller for Employee Relations Law Journal: Prime Contractors' OSHA Liability at Multi-Employer Worksites
DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Haynes Boone, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Kapoor and Keller for Employee Relations Law Journal: Prime Contractors' OSHA Liability at Multi-Employer Worksites * By Mini Kapoor, Ph.D. Jonathan Keller September 23, 2026 Prime contractors and general contractors can face OSHA liability for hazards affecting subcontractor employees, even when their own workers are not exposed. In an article authored for Employee Relations Law  more
Keeping the code safe: How UT San Antonio students are learning to build a safer AI
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas-San Antonio issued the following news: * * * Keeping the code safe: How UT San Antonio students are learning to build a safer AI * As AI helps software developers generate code faster and automate tasks, it can also introduce security flaws that students may not recognize. Nishant Vishwamitra, PhD, assistant professor in the College of AI, Cyber and Computing, hopes to change that. Vishwamitra is leading the $500,000 National Science F  more
Kidney disease clinical research leader to receive the 2026 Clinical Research Prize
DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release: * * * Kidney disease clinical research leader to receive the 2026 Clinical Research Prize * Embargoed until 8 a.m. CT/9 a.m. ET, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2026 DALLAS, Sept. 23, 2026 -An internationally recognized clinical researcher whose work has helped transform the treatment of chronic kidney disease will be recognized by the American Heart Association at its annual Scientific  more
Lamar University: College of Nursing and Health Professions Introduces Medical Laboratory Science Degree
BEAUMONT, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Lamar University issued the following news: * * * College of Nursing and Health Professions introduces medical laboratory science degree September 23, 2026 | By April Thompson Lamar University (LU) has introduced a Bachelor of Science in Medical Laboratory Science, expanding its healthcare education offerings with two academic tracks designed to prepare students for careers in clinical laboratories, biomedical research and other science-related fields. Housed w  more
Learning across churches and cultures: Rev. Dr Manhong Lin on the Bossey experience
GENEVA, Switzerland, Sept. 23 [Category: Religion] -- The World Council of Churches posted the following news: * * * Learning across churches and cultures: Rev. Dr Manhong Lin on the Bossey experience * For Rev. Dr. Manhong Lin, Bossey was more than a place of study. The General Secretary of the China Christian Council and Professor and Doctoral Advisor of Christian Ethics, Nanjing Union Theological Seminary, reflects on what she valued about her experience-and why Bossey still matters today  more
MFA Student's Artwork Featured in Region-Wide Exhibition in Dallas
COMMERCE, Texas, Sept. 23 -- East Texas A&M University (formerly the Texas A&M University Commerce campus) issued the following news release: * * * MFA Student's Artwork Featured in Region-Wide Exhibition in Dallas * A current graduate student's artwork is featured in an ongoing exhibition showcasing outstanding pieces from MFA students across the region. Kay Ford, currently pursuing a Master of Fine Arts at East Texas A&M University, was one of 11 students at North Texas universities selec  more
National Sorghum Producers Celebrates Scott Bean and Brent Bean With Outstanding Achievement In Sorghum Improvement Awards
LUBBOCK, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: Agriculture] -- The National Sorghum Producers posted the following news release: * * * National Sorghum Producers Celebrates Scott Bean and Brent Bean With Outstanding Achievement In Sorghum Improvement Awards * LUBBOCK (Sept. 16, 2026) -National Sorghum Producers (NSP) presented Dr. Scott Bean and Dr. Brent Bean with the Outstanding Achievement Award in Sorghum Improvement at the Sorghum Improvement Conference of North America. This award recognizes thei  more
NEMA Applauds Lincoln Electric as First Manufacturer Certified for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Under Make It American Program
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Sept. 23 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- The National Electrical Manufacturers Association posted the following news release: * * * NEMA Applauds Lincoln Electric as First Manufacturer Certified for Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment Under Make It American(r) Program * ARLINGTON, Va. - The National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) today announced that Lincoln Electric has become the first manufacturer certified under NEMA's Make It American(r) program in th  more
Nexstar's Iowa Television Stations To Air Live Debate Between Candidates for U.S. Senate
IRVING, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: BizMedia] -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * Nexstar's Iowa Television Stations To Air Live Debate Between Candidates for U.S. Senate * Debate Will Take Place on Tuesday, October 13, at 9 p.m. CT DES MOINES, IA -Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST), today announced that its television stations serving Iowa will air a live, multi-market telecast of a debate between candidates for U.S. Sen  more
Office Hours: The science of beer is on tap at UTA
ARLINGTON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Arlington campus issued the following news release: * * * Office Hours: The science of beer is on tap at UTA * Dylan Parks is an associate professor of instruction in the Biology Department and he leads UTA's Brewing and Fermentation Science certificate program. Dr. Parks specializes in microbiology, and with Oktoberfest approaching, he offers his insights into beer-making. Question: If you're at an Oktoberfest celebration and order a be  more
Oracle Expands Digital Assets Data Nexus to Help Banks Operationalize Digital Money
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 24 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Oracle Expands Digital Assets Data Nexus to Help Banks Operationalize Digital Money New capabilities help banks extend ISO 20022 payment operations into digital money, provide prebuilt Oracle Banking Payments integration for intelligent orchestration, integrate with Swift Ledger, and support AI-assisted risk analysis and transaction oversight Austin, Texas--  more
Oracle Named Leader in IDC MarketScape for Life Sciences R&D Data Solutions
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 23 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release: * * * Oracle Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Life Sciences R&D RWD/RWE for Data Platforms, Technology Solutions, and Consulting Services 2026 Vendor Assessment Austin, Texas--Sep 22, 2026 Oracle has been named a Leader in the IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Life Sciences R&D RWD/RWE for Data Platforms, Technology Solutions, and Consulting Services 2026 Ven  more
Padilla, Murphy Introduce Bill to Protect Students from Physical Abuse, End Dangerous Corporal Punishment Practices in Schools
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Padilla, Murphy Introduce Bill to Protect Students from Physical Abuse, End Dangerous Corporal Punishment Practices in Schools * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.) joined U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.) and Tim Kaine (D-Va.) in re-introducing the Protecting Our Students in Schools Act, legislation that would ban corporal punishment for any school th  more
Pingree Hears Emotional Testimony from Families, Representatives of Slain ICE Victims
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Chellie Pingree, D-Maine, issued the following news release: * * * Pingree Hears Emotional Testimony from Families, Representatives of Slain ICE Victims * Today, Congresswoman Chellie Pingree (D-Maine) joined U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Ranking Member of the Senate Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations, and U.S. Representative Robert Garcia (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, for a bicameral publ  more
Ramirez, Civil Society, & Community Leaders Announce Community-led Legislation to Dismantle DHS, Abolish ICE, Reimagine Community Safety
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Rep. Delia Ramirez, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: * * * Ramirez, Civil Society, & Community Leaders Announce Community-led Legislation to Dismantle DHS, Abolish ICE, Reimagine Community Safety * Chicago, IL - Today, Congresswoman Delia C. Ramirez (IL-03), Ranking Member of a Committee on Homeland Security Subcommittee, stood with Illinois public officials, civil society, and community members to announce the Reimagining Safety Act. The landmark commun  more
Remarks by International Monetary Fund Managing Director Georgieva, at Informal Meeting of Economic, Financial Affairs Ministers in Dublin, Ireland
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release: * * * Europe and the Global AI Race Remarks by Kristalina Georgieva, IMF Managing Director At the Informal Meeting of Economic and Financial Affairs Ministers in Dublin, Ireland September 21, 2026 - Dear Tanaiste Harris--dear Simon--thank you for inviting me to the land of Guinness. As we heard yesterday, Guinness has a special place in Ireland's history. It also has a special place in my own life.   more
Rep. Gomez Demands Accountability and Transparency for Man Shot by ICE in Austin, TX
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Jimmy Gomez, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * Rep. Gomez Demands Accountability and Transparency for Man Shot by ICE in Austin, TX * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Representative Jimmy Gomez (CA-34) and over 100 Members of Congress demanded that ICE immediately release Wilber Rafael Garces Perez from detention to allow him to receive medical treatment and stop its efforts to deport him. Mr. Garces Perez is a 28-year-old DoorDash driver who was shot   more
Rice to launch Master of Artificial Intelligence program in fall 2027
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice to launch Master of Artificial Intelligence program in fall 2027 * Rice University is set to launch a new Master of Artificial Intelligence (MAI) program in the fall of 2027. This program aims to prepare students with computer science backgrounds for careers building and deploying AI systems. The 30-credit-hour, nonthesis professional degree will be offered by the Department of Computer Science and will  more
Sabre: MCP Is the New NDC -- Is This Travel's Shift-to-Streaming Moment?
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Sept. 22 -- Sabre, a travel technology company, issued the following news release: * * * MCP Is the New NDC -- Is This Travel's Shift-to-Streaming Moment? While competitors announce plans to modernize, Sabre already has -- and its customers are live and benefiting from AI because of it. SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Sept. 20 -- While some in travel tech are still writing press releases about plans for agentic AI, Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR) already shipped it. The travel industry spent the p  more
SamPoly Graduates Three Members of the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office
HUNTSVILLE, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Sam Houston State University posted the following news: * * * SamPoly Graduates Three Members of the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office * With just under a year since its launch, Sam Houston State University Polytechnic College (SamPoly) made a lasting impression on three employees of the Montgomery County District Attorney's Office (MCDAO). The employees, Monica Smith, Sheri Mericle and Alexis Ferraro, graduated from SamPoly in August with certificat  more
Sanders, Casar Introduce Legislation to Create New Federal Agency to Ban Artificial Superintelligence, Pause Advanced AI Development
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following news release: * * * Sanders, Casar Introduce Legislation to Create New Federal Agency to Ban Artificial Superintelligence, Pause Advanced AI Development WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) and Rep. Greg Casar (D-Texas) today introduced the Ban Artificial Superintelligence Act -- legislation to stop artificial intelligence (AI) oligarchs from building machines humans cannot control and to pause advanc  more
Sen. Cruz: ICYMI - Protect College Sports Act Earns Support From Students, Coaches, ADs, Professors, University Presidents
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, chairman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Protect College Sports Act Earns Support from Students, Coaches, ADs, Professors, University Presidents September 23, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. - Student athletes, coaches, professors, and presidents from universities and colleges from across the country have rallied behind the bipartisan Protect College Sports Act. The American Fo  more
Siemens and TSMC advance AI-powered semiconductor design automation
PLANO, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Siemens Digital Industries Software, a subsidiary of Siemens, issued the following news release: * * * Siemens and TSMC advance AI-powered semiconductor design automation * Siemens today announced continued collaboration with TSMC to drive innovation in AI-powered automation and advanced semiconductor design enablement. Building on a longstanding relationship within the TSMC Open Innovation Platform(r) (OIP) ecosystem, the companie  more
SLB Awarded Major Contract by OQEP for Integrated Facility Expansion in Oman
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 23 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Schlumberger dba SLB issued the following news release: * * * SLB Awarded Major Contract by OQEP for Integrated Facility Expansion in Oman * #New award extends long-standing partnership and supports production growth through end-to-end project delivery and operations HOUSTON, September 23, 2026 -SLB (NYSE: SLB) has been awarded a contract by OQ Exploration & Production (OQEP) to deliver the Bisat-B Expansion Production Facility in Oman. Und  more
TAMUK Ranked in Top Five Percent Nationwide for Social Mobility in 2027 U.S. News and World Report College Rankings
KINGSVILLE, Texas, Sept. 24 -- Texas A&M University Kingsville campus issued the following news: * * * TAMUK ranked in top five percent nationwide for Social Mobility in 2027 U.S. News and World Report College Rankings KINGSVILLE (Sept. 22, 2026) -- The U.S. News and World Report released its 2027 Best Colleges rankings this morning, where Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK) was ranked in the top five percent for Social Mobility among 1,700 universities assessed in a data-driven compariso  more
Tarleton State Fort Worth, T3 Partnership Launch Innovation Lab
STEPHENVILLE, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Tarleton State University posted the following news: * * * Tarleton State Fort Worth, T3 Partnership Launch Innovation Lab * FORT WORTH, Texas -Tarleton State University Fort Worth and the Tarrant To & Through (T3) Partnership cut the ribbon on a new Innovation Lab Wednesday, Sept. 23, at the Tarrant County College Trinity River Campus. Powered by Tarleton State Pathways to Careers (P2C), T3 Partnership's technology-enabled advising platform that supports st  more
TCOM student uses art to shine a light on mental health within the medical community
FORT WORTH, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of North Texas Health Fort Worth posted the following news: * * * TCOM student uses art to shine a light on mental health within the medical community * Doctors and, well, honestly, anyone who wears a white coat is held in high esteem by the general population. They are always there for us; we trust them, and we turn to them when we need physical and mental healing...but who do they turn to when they need healing? You might be surprised to hear t  more
Texas A&M Students Adapt NASA Technology to Assist Wound Healing
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news: * * * Texas A&M students adapt NASA technology to assist wound healing The team's product will use movement from patients instead of an external power source to speed up the healing process on things like chronic ulcers. Sep. 23, 2026 By Marina Vences, Contributor A team from Texas A&M University Students for the Exploration and Development of Space (SEDS) recently came back from   more
Tiger Debate Makes Winning Return to Intercollegiate Stage
HAMPDEN-SYDNEY, Virginia, Sept. 23 -- Hampden-Sydney College posted the following news: * * * Tiger Debate Makes Winning Return to Intercollegiate Stage * After nearly a century without an intercollegiate debate program, Hampden-Sydney returned to the circuit on September 19-20, marking the Tiger Debate Team's first appearance since 1932. Not content with merely showing up, H-SC made its return in winning fashion. Competing in the virtual Washburn University Warm-Up, the Tigers faced stiff   more
TLU Joins College Presidents for Civic Preparedness
SEGUIN, Texas, Sept. 24 -- Texas Lutheran University issued the following news: * * * TLU Joins College Presidents for Civic Preparedness September 23, 2026 College Presidents for Civic Preparedness is a coalition of more than 125 colleges and universities across the nation which have committed themselves to transforming their campuses into civic development hubs. The members come from a diverse range of ideologies and backgrounds--but they share a common goal: to equip students to learn to  more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Celebrates Launch of Federal eVTOL Pilot Program in North Carolina to Unlock Future of Flight
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Celebrates Launch of Federal eVTOL Pilot Program in North Carolina to Unlock Future of Flight * 'More than 120 years after the Wright Brothers took to the skies at Kitty Hawk, North Carolina is again leading the charge to transform how Americans move' WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy celebrated North Carolina's fir  more
Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Celebrates Launch of Federal eVTOL Pilot Program in North Carolina to Unlock Future of Flight
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Aviation Administration issued the following news release: * * * Trump's Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy Celebrates Launch of Federal eVTOL Pilot Program in North Carolina to Unlock Future of Flight * WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy celebrated North Carolina's first demonstration flight of its next-generation aircraft under USDOT's Advanced Air Mobility Integration Pilot Program. North   more
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service Acting Deputy Director Miko Testifies Before House Natural Resources Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The House Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water, Wildlife and Fisheries released the following testimony by Dave Miko, acting deputy director for operations at the U.S. Department of the Interior Fish and Wildlife Service, from a Sept. 16, 2026, hearing on the Restore Florida Water Independence Act (H.R. 9017), Study and Assessment of Future Ecosystems for Manatees Act (H.R. 9590), Gathering Alligator Treatment, Oversight and Response Act (H.R. 10117), and the Golden Mu  more
U.S. Senator Tina Smith Hears from Renee Good's Family Members and Firsthand Witness of Alex Pretti's Killing in Public Testimony to Congress
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Tina Flint Smith, D-Minnesota, issued the following news release: * * * U.S. Senator Tina Smith Hears from Renee Good's Family Members and Firsthand Witness of Alex Pretti's Killing in Public Testimony to Congress * "We all want our law enforcement officers to perform at the highest standards, but when they don't, it shouldn't matter who their employer is. There should be a path to justice for those they harm," said Brent Ganger, brother of Renee Good. WASHINGTO  more
U.S.-South Korea Bilateral Trade Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10733) on Sept. 17, 2026, by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin and international trade and finance analyst Liana Wong. Here are excerpts: * * * U.S.-South Korea Bilateral Trade Relations South Korea (or the Republic of Korea, ROK), a U.S. ally since 1953, is one of the United States' most important economic partners in Asia. It is the eighth-largest U.S. goods trading p  more
UAB awarded grant to co-lead national center to train dental providers in tooth-preserving procedure
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Sept. 23 -- The University of Alabama issued the following news: * * * UAB awarded grant to co-lead national center to train dental providers in tooth-preserving procedure * Going to the dentist can present many challenges and fears for those in places where endodontic care may be scarce. Having an appointment and hearing that a root canal is needed can elevate those barriers and anxieties. But what if a root canal could be avoided? Research suggests a pulpotomy, or vit  more
UCLA Tech Law Network is founded to connect leaders in law and innovation
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 22 -- The University of California at Los Angeles School of Law posted the following news: * * * UCLA Tech Law Network is founded to connect leaders in law and innovation * UCLA School of Law has launched the UCLA Tech Law Network, an alliance of law firms, legal technology and content companies, and practitioners that will connect the law school with leaders in law and innovation across Southern California's technology law ecosystem. Dean Michael Waterstone a  more
University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston: Fernandez Talks Implementation Science Impact on Podcast
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 24 -- The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston issued the following news: * * * Fernandez talks implementation science impact on podcast September 23, 2026 Maria E. Fernandez, PhD, joined hosts Matt Chinman, PhD, and Shari Rogal, MD, on the new Implementation Happy Hour podcast for the episode "Science, Story and Impact." On the podcast, she discussed how implementation science has helped federally qualified health centers increase cancer screening and  more
UNT rises in 2027 U.S. News rankings
DENTON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of North Texas posted the following news release: * * * UNT rises in 2027 U.S. News rankings * UNT rose eight spots in the Top Performers on Social Mobility category and jumped 46 spots in Best Value Schools. DENTON (UNT), Texas -The University of North Texas has improved its standing in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, moving up among the country's top public universities, best value schools and top performers on social mob  more
UNT secures nearly $70 million in philanthropic support during FY26
DENTON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of North Texas posted the following news release: * * * UNT secures nearly $70 million in philanthropic support during FY26 * DENTON (UNT), Texas - Through the generosity of 5,933 donors, University of North Texas received $69.86 million in commitments during the last fiscal year, building on years of philanthropic growth and strengthening support for students, academic programs, research and additional strategic priorities across the university. "  more
USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Dynamic Random Access Memory Devices, Products Containing the Same, and Components Thereof
WASHINGTON, Sept. 24 -- The U.S. International Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * USITC Institutes Section 337 Investigation of Certain Dynamic Random Access Memory (DRAM) Devices, Products Containing the Same, and Components Thereof (III) September 23, 2026 The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) voted to institute an investigation of certain dynamic random access memory (DRAM) devices, products containing the same, and components thereof (III). The products a  more
USU Geophysicist Chosen for AGU Jason Morgan Early Career Award
LOGAN, Utah, Sept. 23 -- Utah State University issued the following news: * * * USU Geophysicist Chosen for AGU Jason Morgan Early Career Award * A Utah State University researcher has been selected for one of the top honors for early career geophysicists. Srisharan Shreedharan, an earthquake geophysicist from USU's Department of Water, Earth, and Environmental Sciences has been selected for the 2026 Jason Morgan Early Career Award in Tectonophysics from the American Geophysical Union (AGU  more
UT San Antonio School of Dentistry co-leads NIH-funded center that may provide an alternative to root canal procedures
SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Health San Antonio posted the following news release: * * * UT San Antonio School of Dentistry co-leads NIH-funded center that may provide an alternative to root canal procedures Collaboration with University of Alabama at Birmingham, University of Rochester and others will accelerate evidence-based dental care * SAN ANTONIO, Sept. 23, 2026 - Which would you rather have: a root canal or a pulpotomy? Even if you're not familiar with a p  more
UT Tyler Engineering Program Advances in US News and World Report Ranking
TYLER, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Tyler campus posted the following news release: * * * UT Tyler Engineering Program Advances in US News and World Report Ranking * The University of Texas at Tyler undergraduate engineering program has advanced in the top 100 nationwide rankings, according to recent U.S. News and World Report rankings. UT Tyler engineering ranks 55th in the nation - the highest ranked Texas public institution and second overall in the state - for undergraduate  more
UTMB Health named one of America's Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals
GALVESTON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: * * * UTMB Health named one of America's Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals * The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health) has been named one of America's Best Employers for Healthcare Professionals 2026 by Forbes, earning the recognition for the second consecutive year. The list recognizes organizations that foster supportive environments for healthcare employees. Compi  more
UTRGV rises to No. 26 nationally for social mobility in U.S. News & World Report rankings
BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley posted the following news: * * * UTRGV rises to No. 26 nationally for social mobility in U.S. News & World Report rankings * #University ties for No. 1 among Texas public institutions; undergraduate engineering earns No. 106 ranking RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS - SEPT. 23, 2026 - The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley has climbed 30 spots to No. 26 nationally in the Top Performers on Social Mobility category of the 202  more
UTRGV School of Medicine brings together researchers and RGV community to address cancer and health challenges
BROWNSVILLE, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley posted the following news: * * * UTRGV School of Medicine brings together researchers and RGV community to address cancer and health challenges * RIO GRANDE VALLEY, TEXAS - SEPT. 23, 2026 - Home to more than 1.3 million people, the Rio Grande Valley faces significant health challenges, including high rates of diabetes and hypertension and a disproportionate burden of liver, gallbladder, stomach and cervical cancers. T  more
UWF Professor's Musical Composition Releases to International Audience
PENSACOLA, Florida, Sept. 23 -- The University of West Florida, a component of public state university system in Florida, issued the following news release: * * * UWF professor's musical composition releases to international audience Sep. 23, 2026 Dr. Joseph T. Spaniola, professor and director of music theory and jazz studies at the University of West Florida, composed a musical composition that is set to be released to international audiences Oct. 16, 2026. Entitled, "ARTEMIS," for french h  more
Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Delivers Welcome Remarks at Ceres Climate Week
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 23 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul Delivers Welcome Remarks at Ceres Climate Week * Governor Hochul today addressed business, finance and policy leaders at the Ceres Climate Week Event in New York City, touting New York's record of ambition and execution, including her nation-leading efforts on offshore wind, solar energy, her plans for expanded nuclear energy, and her s  more
Wildlife Society: Illegal Cattle May Help Spread Screwworm
BETHESDA, Maryland, Sept. 24 -- The Wildlife Society, a wildlife conservation organization, posted the following news: * * * Illegal cattle may help spread screwworm Flesh-eating maggots could be hitching rides on cows moving northward September 23, 2026 The spread of screwworm flies across Central America and into the United States may have arrived partly due to illegal cattle movements south of the border. These cattle movements complicate the latest efforts to fight the spread and re-es  more
Witness Testimony: Blumenthal & Robert Garcia Receive Testimony on Fatal Shootings by Federal Immigration Agents
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Richard Blumenthal, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: * * * Witness Testimony: Blumenthal & Robert Garcia Receive Testimony on Fatal Shootings by Federal Immigration Agents * [WASHINGTON, DC] - Today, U.S. Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Ranking Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations (PSI), and U.S. Representative Robert Garcia (D-CA), Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform, held a bicameral pub  more