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RATINGS CHANGE: Inside Elections Becomes 3rd Race Rater to Shift NY-21 in Democrats' Direction

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * RATINGS CHANGE: Inside Elections Becomes 3rd Race Rater to Shift NY-21 in Democrats' Direction * Inside Elections, Cook Political Report, and Larry Sabato's Crystal Ball have all moved the race toward Democrats in past 2 weeks Nonpartisan race rater Inside Elections just shifted New York's 21st District in Democrats' direction, the third major race rater in two weeks to move this more

'Hold Onto Your Butts' is a Tour-de-Force of Comedy, Physical Theatre, and Live Foley

DUBUQUE, Iowa, Oct. 2 -- The University of Dubuque posted the following news release: * * * 'Hold Onto Your Butts' is a Tour-de-Force of Comedy, Physical Theatre, and Live Foley * DUBUQUE, Iowa - A wildly inventive tour-de-force of comedy, physical theatre, and live Foley will bring dinosaurs to the stage at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, October 29, 2026, in John and Alice Butler Hall, Heritage Center. The performance is part of the 14th annual Live at Heritage Center Performing Arts Series. WHAT: Ho more

100+ Groups Demand Extended Public Participation in Data Center Development

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Food and Water Watch posted the following news release: * * * 100+ Groups Demand Extended Public Participation in Data Center Development Labor, environmental, community organizations examine the costs and impacts of data centers Oct 1, 2026 Albany, New York - More than 100 labor, faith, community, environmental, and consumer organizations sent a letter today to New York Governor Kathy Hochul calling for greater public participation in the scoping process of the en more

21 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide

MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * 21 Greenberg Traurig Attorneys Recognized in 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide * NEW YORK - Oct. 2, 2026 - Twenty-one attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP have been recognized in the 20th edition of the Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers guide. The guide recognizes attorneys with experience advising businesses more

4th Circuit Upholds Ruling that Family Members of Asylum Holders Are Exempt from Travel Ban

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The International Refugee Assistance Project posted the following news release: * * * 4th Circuit Upholds Ruling that Family Members of Asylum Holders Are Exempt from Travel Ban * (Richmond, VA) - Yesterday, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals denied the Trump administration's request to stay a previous federal court ruling in A.A. v. State. The decision affirmed the lower court's ruling that immediate family members of people with asylum in the U.S. more

A Rebel in Spirit: Kevin Kraft

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Oct. 2 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * A Rebel in Spirit: Kevin Kraft * Silver State Award: Kevin Kraft Founder and CEO, ByDzign For nearly 15 years, Kevin Kraft's generous support of UNLV has touched nearly every branch of the university. From Rebel Ready Week and graduation celebrations to Rebel Homecoming and countless alumni mixers -you name a memorable UNLV moment, and Kraft and the team from his wildly successful eve more

AFPI Launches Investigation Into New York Solar Project

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following news release: * * * AFPI Launches Investigation Into New York Solar Project October 2, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C.--The America First Policy Institute is launching an investigation into whether Excelsior Energy Center, a 280-megawatt solar facility in Byron, New York, has adhered to permitting requirements underlying its approval and whether panels supplied to the project complied with federal import requirements. AFPI h more

AHF to Mark 40 Years of Global Impact with World AIDS Day Concert in L.A. Nov. 30th

LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 2 -- The AIDS Healthcare Foundation posted the following news: * * * AHF to Mark 40 Years of Global Impact with World AIDS Day Concert in L.A. Nov. 30th * (October 01, 2026) LOS ANGELES, CA - AIDS Healthcare Foundation (AHF), the world's largest, non-profit public health organization providing direct HIV/ADS services to over 3.3 million clients across the globe, will celebrate 40 years of impact during its annual World AIDS Day concert commemoration. The event, more

AICPA Applauds Unanimous Senate Passage on Taxpayer Assistance Legislation

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The American Institute of CPAs issued the following news release: * * * AICPA Applauds Unanimous Senate Passage on Taxpayer Assistance Legislation Washington, D.C. (October 1, 2026) - President and CEO, Mark Koziel, CPA, CGMA, of the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) issued a statement following passage of the Taxpayer Assistance and Service (TAS) Act in the Senate by unanimous consent: "The Senate's passage of the TAS Act is a significant achievement for taxpayers, tax more

Alicia Timme-Laragy Featured as October 2026 Spotlight Scholar

AMHERST, Massachusetts, Oct. 1 -- The University of Massachusetts Amherst School of Public Health and Health Sciences posted the following news: * * * Alicia Timme-Laragy Featured as October 2026 Spotlight Scholar * Alicia Timme-Laragy Alicia Timme-Laragy, professor of environmental health sciences, has been featured as the UMass Amherst Spotlight Scholar for October 2026. The Spotlight Scholars initiative shines a light on faculty working for positive social change through research, schola more

America First Policy Institute: Coverups and Concealment at NIAID - Fauci's Role in COVID-19

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following expert insights: * * * Coverups and Concealment at NIAID: Fauci's Role in COVID-19 October 2, 2026 Topline Points * Dr. Anthony Fauci repeatedly presented certainty to the American public while his own personal records revealed doubt, conflicting evidence, and concerns he never disclosed. No unelected bureaucrat should ever wield that level of unchecked power without transparency and accountability. * Scientists more

America First Policy Institute: Myths vs. Facts - Camp Safety

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The America First Policy Institute issued the following fact sheet: * * * Myths vs. Facts: Camp Safety October 2, 2026 MYTH: Camps are regulated like schools and childcare centers that serve the same children. FACT: Camps face looser standards than schools, and many states exempt entire categories of camps from licensure and the inspection, screening, and registration that come with it. * In many states, day programs, religious camps, and municipal recreation programs more

American Airlines Launches Cash and Miles Bookings, Giving AAdvantage Members More Flexibility to Redeem Rewards

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 3 -- American Airlines posted the following news: * * * October 2, 2026 American Airlines launches cash and miles bookings, giving AAdvantage members more flexibility to redeem rewards FORT WORTH, Texas -- American Airlines is making it easier for AAdvantage(R) members to use their miles and get closer to their next trip. As the feature rolls out in the coming weeks, eligible AAdvantage(R) members will be able to combine cash and miles when booking flights on aa.com a more

American Center for Law & Justice Issues Commentary: Mamdani's Antisemitism Strategy Is a Farce

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The American Center for Law and Justice posted the following commentary: * * * Mamdani's Antisemitism Strategy Is a Farce By Mike Pompeo, Senior Counsel for Global Affairs October 3 It seems that each day brings a new attack on the Jewish people - whether on the streets of New York or aboard the FlyDubai flight to Tel Aviv that nearly ended in catastrophe just a few days ago. The tide of antisemitism unleashed around the globe following the October 7 massacre wasn't jus more

APSU students study in Italy, perform off-Broadway, and more through CECA grants

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 2 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * APSU students study in Italy, perform off-Broadway, and more through CECA grants * APSU music student Kiley Atkins at the Accademia Vocale Lorenzo Malfatti in Italy, one of the learning opportunities funded by CECA's Transformative Student Experience Grants. | Contributed photo CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - The Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA) awarded several Transformative Student Experi more

Aramark Chef Council Program Helps Students Take a First Step Into the Culinary Industry

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 3 -- ARAMARK, a provider of food, facilities, refreshments, hospitality and supply chain services, issued the following news release: * * * Aramark Chef Council Program Helps Students Take a First Step into the Culinary Industry October 2, 2026 When Chef James Sanders visited a culinary classroom at the Chicago Public Schools Tilden Career Academy last fall, he expected to talk about his path to restaurant ownership. He didn't expect one student's questions t more

Arizona Corporation Commission: Temporary Cease and Desist Order Issued Against Arizona Based Company Selling Stablecoins

PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 3 -- The Arizona Corporation Commission issued the following news release: * * * Temporary Cease and Desist Order Issued Against Arizona Based Company Selling Stablecoins Oct 2, 2026 Phoenix, Ariz. - The Securities Division ("Division") of the Arizona Corporation Commission ("ACC") filed a Temporary Cease and Desist Order against Christopher Michael Maxon a.k.a Chris Maxon ("Maxon") and IVT Media Group LLC ("IVT") (collectively, "Respondents"), alleging that they viola more

As Treasury Rates Rise, Voters Deeply Concerned about $40 Trillion Debt and Impact on Cost of Living

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The Peter G. Peterson Foundation posted the following news release: * * * As Treasury Rates Rise, Voters Deeply Concerned about $40 Trillion Debt and Impact on Cost of Living * As inflation and interest rates continue to rise following the national debt surpassing $40 trillion, the September U.S. Fiscal Confidence Index remains near a two-year low at 38. The latest Peter G. Peterson Foundation survey released today shows that five weeks before Election Day, voters connect more

Ashurst Perkins Coie grows energy transition footprint in London with partner hire

SEATTLE, Washington, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Ashurst Perkins Coie, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Ashurst Perkins Coie grows energy transition footprint in London with partner hire * Global law firm Ashurst Perkins Coie announces the appointment of Henry Stewart as partner in the Projects, Energy, Environment and Resources practice, based in London, as the firm builds out its European energy offering. Henry has built a career advising on finance, commercial and corp more

At Public Hearing, EDF Strongly Opposes Abandonment of Protections Against Power Plant Pollution

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following news release: * * * At public hearing, EDF strongly opposes abandonment of protections against power plant pollution October 2, 2026 An Environmental Defense Fund expert joined dozens of others at an EPA hearing today to oppose the Trump administration's "reckless abandonment" of all national protections against climate pollution from fossil-fuel fired power plants. "Extensive peer-reviewed science confirms that greenh more

Attorney General Bonta Files Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards

SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 2 -- California Attorney General Rob Bonta issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Bonta Files Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards * OAKLAND -California Attorney General Rob Bonta today led a coalition of 26 states, counties, and cities in filing a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) challenging its final rule weakening corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standard more

Attorney General Brenna Bird Seeks Court Approval for $400 Million Settlement with Sandoz for Overcharging for Generic Drugs and Limiting Competition

DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 2 -- Iowa Attorney General Brenna Bird issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Brenna Bird Seeks Court Approval for $400 Million Settlement with Sandoz for Overcharging for Generic Drugs and Limiting Competition * DES MOINES - Attorney General Brenna Bird today joined a coalition of 43 states and territories seeking court approval of a $400 million settlement with Sandoz Inc. and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. to resolve allegations that the generic dru more

Attorney General Clark Challenges Environmental Protection Agency Rollback of Power Plant Pollution Limits

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Oct. 1 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Challenges Environmental Protection Agency Rollback of Power Plant Pollution Limits * Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 25 states, counties, and cities suing the Trump administration for dismantling federal greenhouse gas pollution limits for many of the nation's largest power plants. In September, the Environmental Protection Agency ( more

Attorney General Clark Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Oct. 2 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards * Attorney General Charity Clark today joined a coalition of 26 states, counties, and cities in filing a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) challenging its final rule weakening Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards for new passe more

Attorney General Clark Seeks Court Approval for $358,000 Settlement with Sandoz Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition

MONTPELIER, Vermont, Oct. 1 -- Vermont Attorney General Charity Clark posted the following news release: * * * Attorney General Clark Seeks Court Approval for $358,000 Settlement with Sandoz Over Conspiracy to Inflate Prices and Limit Competition * Attorney General Clark today joined a coalition with 42 other states and territories seeking court approval of a $469 million multistate settlement with Sandoz Inc. and Fougera Pharmaceuticals Inc. to resolve allegations that the generic drug manu more

Attorney General James Challenges Federal Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Challenges Federal Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards * October 2, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today joined a coalition of 25 other states, counties, and cities in suing the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for rolling back critical money-saving fuel economy standards for vehicles. Earlier this week, the Trump a more

Attorney General James Releases Footage from Investigation into Death of Prasanna Atluri

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General James Releases Footage from Investigation into Death of Prasanna Atluri * October 2, 2026 NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today released footage from security cameras that her office obtained as part of its ongoing investigation into the death of Prasanna Atluri, who died on July 5, 2026 following a motor vehicle collision involving a New York Stat more

Attorney General Jeff Jackson Leads Bipartisan Group Calling for Increased Security for Supreme Court Justices

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 2 -- North Carolina Attorney General Jeff Jackson issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Jeff Jackson Leads Bipartisan Group Calling for Increased Security for Supreme Court Justices * RALEIGH - Attorney General Jeff Jackson is leading a bipartisan coalition of 45 attorneys general urging Congress to fully fund the U.S. Supreme Court's Fiscal Year 2027 security request to help protect Supreme Court justices. Threats against the justices have e more

Attorney General Phil Weiser joins lawsuit challenging federal fuel economy standards rollbacks

DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 2 -- Colorado Attorney General Phil Weiser issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Phil Weiser joins lawsuit challenging federal fuel economy standards rollbacks * Oct. 2, 2026 (DENVER) - Attorney General Phil Weiser today joined a coalition of 27 states, counties, and cities in filing a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration challenging its final rule weakening corporate average fuel economy standards for new passenger car more

ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL FILES LAWSUIT CHALLENGING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ROLLBACK OF FUEL ECONOMY STANDARDS

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 2 -- Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul issued the following news release: * * * ATTORNEY GENERAL RAOUL FILES LAWSUIT CHALLENGING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION'S ROLLBACK OF FUEL ECONOMY STANDARDS * Chicago - Attorney General Kwame Raoul, as part of a coalition of 21 attorneys general, today filed a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) challenging its final rule that weakens corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards for new passen more

Attorney General Rayfield Takes Action to Stop Trump Administration from Gutting Fuel Economy Standards

SALEM, Oregon, Oct. 2 -- Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Rayfield Takes Action to Stop Trump Administration from Gutting Fuel Economy Standards * #Rollback would cost drivers nearly $220 billion at the pump Attorney General Dan Rayfield is taking action to stop a new Trump Administration rule that would roll back fuel efficiency standards and let automakers sell less fuel-efficient cars and trucks, a move that means Oregonians w more

Attorney General Tong Challenges Trump Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards

HARTFORD, Connecticut, Oct. 2 -- Connecticut Attorney General William Tong issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Tong Challenges Trump Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards * Press Releases (Hartford, CT) -Attorney General William Tong today joined a coalition of 26 states, counties, and cities in filing a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) challenging its final rule weakening corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards for new pa more

Better Markets Analysis: Standing Up to the Lawless Crypto Industry

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSLrpt) -- Better Markets, an organization that says it promotes pro-market, pro-business and pro-growth policies to help build a better financial system, issued the following analysis: * * * October 1, 2026 Standing up to the Lawless Crypto Industry For years now, too many leaders on Wall Street and Washington either looked the other way or unquestioningly supported the crypto industry as it worked relentlessly to infiltrate our financial system and rewrite the laws and more

Binghamton University's Innovative Simulation and Practice Center Named a SUNY Nursing Simulation Center of Excellence

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 3 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Binghamton University's Innovative Simulation and Practice Center named a SUNY Nursing Simulation Center of Excellence $10M investment will focus on faculty training, professional development in simulation-based education across healthcare disciplines By Natalie Blando-George October 02, 2026 State University of New York Chancellor John B. King Jr. joined Binghamton University President Anne D'Alleva, fa more

Binti Finds Community -- and Helps Build it -- at GRCC

GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Oct. 2 -- Grand Rapids Community College posted the following news: * * * Binti Finds Community -- and Helps Build it -- at GRCC * For Binti, a 5K sounded easy. After all, she was used to running much farther. In June, she competed in the 12-hour Wicked Worm ultramarathon at Robinette's, covering nearly 59 miles. So when she learned about the GRCC cross country team and its 5K races, she figured she could handle three miles. Then she discovered there was a differenc more

Bird savers: Students lead effort to prevent deadly bird-window collisions on campus

SCHENECTADY, New York, Oct. 1 -- Union College posted the following news: * * * Bird savers: Students lead effort to prevent deadly bird-window collisions on campus * Union's campus, with its alluring mix of shrubs, trees and vegetation, is an attractive spot for mourning doves, dark-eyed juncos, American goldfinch and other bird species. Yet it can be a perilous journey for some as they navigate between buildings, especially those with large, expansive windows. The glass often tricks birds more

Broome County (N.Y.) Sheriff Akshar Testifies Before House Judiciary Subcommittee

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement released the following testimony by Fred Akshar, Broome County (New York) sheriff, from a Sept. 15, 2026, hearing entitled "The Continuing Tragedy of Sanctuary Laws": * * * Chairman McClintock, Ranking Member Jayapal and the Distinguished Members of the Committee, My name is Fred Akshar and I am proudly serving the people of Broome County, NY as the 58th Broome County Sheriff. I began my l more

Cambodia: Imprisonment of Activists, Politicians, and Journalists Amid Unrelenting Crackdown

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Cambodia: Imprisonment of Activists, Politicians, and Journalists Amid Unrelenting Crackdown * This statement was delivered by Human Rights Watch at the 63rd regular session of the UN Human Rights Council during an interactive dialogue with the Special Rapporteur on Cambodia held on October 2, 2026. Mr. President, Human Rights Watch thanks the Special Rapporteur for his report, which describe more

Celebrate National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 2 -- Broome Community College posted the following news: * * * Celebrate National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month * Celebrating National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month SUNY Broome is proud to celebrate National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month, September 15-October 15, and to recognize the rich histories, cultures, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinx communities. Throughout the month, we invite students, faculty, and staff to learn, connect, and ce more

Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary Entitled 'U.S. Bets Big on Eurasia'

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary: * * * The U.S. Bets Big on Eurasia The US has strategic and economic reasons to be a key player in Eurasia, and the Trump administration is laying the groundwork to make it happen. By Nino Lezhava October 2, 2026 It seemed likely when Donald Trump took office that the South Caucasus and Central Asia would not receive much attention. US administrations have long had an on-off interest, and there w more

Center for Gender & Refugee Studies: U.S. Immigration Agency Faces Legal Challenges Over Proposed Rule to Deny Asylum Without Interview

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 200 McAllister Street | San Francisco, CA 94102 | https://cgrs.uclawsf.edu September 28, 2026 Via Federal e-Rulemaking Portal, https://www.regulations.gov Mr. Brett Lasson Chief, Asylum Division U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 5900 Capital Gateway Drive Camp Springs, MD 20746 Re: CIS No. 2851-26 more

Central New York Community Foundation: Booker T. Washington Center Chosen by Cayuga County Residents to Receive $75K for Youth-Focused Project

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 3 -- The Central New York Community Foundation issued the following news release: * * * Oct 2, 2026 Booker T. Washington Center Chosen by Cayuga County Residents to Receive $75K for Youth-Focused Project The winning grant will be used to create a countywide teen resource program. The program will be designed to give young people a consistent place to turn for help navigating health, housing, financial, educational and career needs. - The Central New York Community more

CFA Institute Welcomes the SEC Proposal to Recognize Chartered Financial Analysts as Accredited Investors

CHARLOTTESVILLE, Virginia, Oct. 3 -- The CFA Institute, an association of investment professionals, issued the following news release: * * * CFA Institute welcomes the SEC proposal to recognize Chartered Financial Analysts as accredited investors 1 October, 2026 New York City United States CFA Institute, the global association of investment professionals, welcomes the proposal by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to allow Chartered Financial Analysts in good standing to automatical more

Citi Q3 2026 Earnings Call

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- Citi, a banking partner for institutions with cross-border needs and wealth management and a personal bank, issued the following news release: * * * Citi Third Quarter 2026 Earnings Call October 02, 2026 NEW YORK -- Citigroup will issue its third quarter 2026 results via press release at approximately 8 a.m. (ET) on Tuesday, October 13, 2026. At 11 a.m. (ET), results will be reviewed via live webcast and teleconference. The press release, webcast and presentation materia more

CLAS alumnus Scott Icenogle turns his Iowa memories into music

IOWA CITY, Iowa, Oct. 1 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news: * * * CLAS alumnus Scott Icenogle turns his Iowa memories into music * By Claire McGranahan When Scott Icenogle (BA '91) returns to the University of Iowa, he tries to save one day for himself. He walks the routes he took as a student. He visits familiar buildings. On his most recent trip, knowing he might be asked to create something for Iowa, Icenogle went further: he tried t more

CNBC | Bargain Britain lures foreign buyers as hostile takeovers surge

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * CNBC | Bargain Britain lures foreign buyers as hostile takeovers surge * White & Case's UK Public M&A Q3 2026 Market Update featured in an article on CNBC, examining the rise in foreign-led takeovers of UK-listed companies amid a prolonged valuation gap with global peers. "We are also seeing more hostile offers and the growing use of bear hugs, with overseas bidders increasingly more

Coalition Sues Trump Administration Over Rule Making Cars Less Fuel Efficient

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following news release: * * * Coalition Sues Trump Administration Over Rule Making Cars Less Fuel Efficient Lawsuit Challenges Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards That Will Drive Up Costs for American Drivers October 2, 2026 WASHINGTON, D.C. -- A coalition of environmental and consumer protection organizations filed a lawsuit today challenging the Trump administration's final rule rolling back federal Corporate Average Fuel Econom more

College of Charleston Welcomes New Employees

CHARLESTON, South Carolina, Oct. 3 -- The College of Charleston issued the following news: * * * College of Charleston Welcomes New Employees October 2, 2026 Alicia Lutz The College of Charleston is excited to welcome its newest faculty and staff members to campus! The College of Charleston is excited to welcome its newest employees to the Cougar family! Whether they're stepping on campus for the first time or coming home to the College after some time away, these new faculty and staff m more

Congressman Langworthy Highlights Expanded Dairy Safety Net as 2027 Dairy Margin Coverage Enrollment Opens

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Langworthy Highlights Expanded Dairy Safety Net as 2027 Dairy Margin Coverage Enrollment Opens * #Dairy Farm Resiliency Act provision championed by Congressman Langworthy increased production eligible for strongest DMC protections from 5 million to 6 million pounds Washington, D.C.-October 2nd... Congressman Nick Langworthy today highlighted stronger protections available to dairy f more

Congressman Langworthy Introduces Bipartisan Biosimilars Access & Affordability Act

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Nick Langworthy, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressman Langworthy Introduces Bipartisan Biosimilars Access & Affordability Act * #Legislation to expand access to lower-cost biosimilar prescription drugs Washington, D.C. -October 2nd... Congressman Nick Langworthy today announced the introduction of the Biosimilars Access and Affordability Act, bipartisan legislation to expand access to lower-cost biosimilar prescription drugs and help b more

CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN INTRODUCES "NO TROOPS IN OUR STREETS ACT" TO PREVENT ILLEGAL DOMESTIC TROOP DEPLOYMENTS AND VOTER INTIMIDATION AHEAD OF MIDTERM ELECTION

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN INTRODUCES "NO TROOPS IN OUR STREETS ACT" TO PREVENT ILLEGAL DOMESTIC TROOP DEPLOYMENTS AND VOTER INTIMIDATION AHEAD OF MIDTERM ELECTION * Congressman Pat Ryan Introduces "No Troops in Our Streets Act" to Prevent Illegal Domestic Troop Deployments and Voter Intimidation Ahead of Midterm Election Ryan's bill prevents President Trump from weaponizing the military to interfere with el more

CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN JOINS BIPARTISAN PUSH DEMANDING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION DISTRIBUTE AND EXPAND ACCESS TO VITAL LIHEAP FUNDS AS TEMPERATURES DROP

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSida) -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN JOINS BIPARTISAN PUSH DEMANDING TRUMP ADMINISTRATION DISTRIBUTE AND EXPAND ACCESS TO VITAL LIHEAP FUNDS AS TEMPERATURES DROP Congressman Pat Ryan Joins Bipartisan Push Demanding Trump Administration Distribute and Expand Access to Vital LIHEAP Funds As Temperatures Drop As temperatures begin to drop and fuel prices remain high due to the Iran War, Congressman Ryan is demand more

Congressmen Goldman and Bentz Introduce the IMD CARE Act for Patients Suffering from Serious Mental Illnesses

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Daniel Goldman, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Congressmen Goldman and Bentz Introduce the IMD CARE Act for Patients Suffering from Serious Mental Illnesses * Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressman Dan Goldman (D-NY) and Congressman Cliff Bentz (R-OR) introduced the IMD CARE Act, legislation which would expand Medicaid eligibility to include psychiatric care facility beds in excess of the current 16 bed limit for patients suffering from severe more

Coordinated Arrests and Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds from the United States

TAMPA, Florida, Oct. 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of Florida posted the following news release: * * * Coordinated Arrests and Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds from the United States * Tampa, FL -The Justice Department announced today the unsealing of an indictment charging Saleem Alzaq, as well as the arrests of Omar Adhami, Abdel Adhami, and Raed Yousef, for their involvement in paying, soliciting and collecting funds for Hamas. In more

Coordinated Arrests and Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds from U.S.

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York posted the following news release: * * * Coordinated Arrests And Charges Dismantle Hamas Terror Finance Network Raising Funds From The United States * United States Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Jamie McDonald, Attorney General for the United States, Todd Blanche, United States Attorney for the Eastern District of Louisiana, David I. Courcelle, United States Attorney for the Middle Dis more

CUNY Receives $1.5 Million Grant Renewal from the Sloan Foundation to Provide Paid, Mentored Research Experiences for Baccalaureate Transfer Students in STEM

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The City University of New York posted the following news: * * * CUNY Receives $1.5 Million Grant Renewal from the Sloan Foundation to Provide Paid, Mentored Research Experiences for Baccalaureate Transfer Students in STEM * #Three-Year Extension of 'Transfer to STEM Student Success' Program Will Benefit 84 Students Who are Transferring to CUNY Four-Year Colleges from Community Colleges in the System CUNY has received $1.5 million in new funding from the Alfred P. Sloan more

DEC Announces State Forest Expansion in Steuben County

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 3 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * October 02, 2026 DEC Announces State Forest Expansion in Steuben County Pinnacle State Park is now part of McCarthy Hill State Forest - New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Commissioner Amanda Lefton today announced the transfer to DEC of more than 700 acres located in the village and town of Addison and town of Tuscarora, Steuben County. more

DEC Releases Advanced Urban Heat Island Mapping Tools to Help Communities Combat Extreme Heat

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 3 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * October 02, 2026 DEC Releases Advanced Urban Heat Island Mapping Tools to Help Communities Combat Extreme Heat Updated Tools, Developed in Partnership with SUNY ESF and Davey Tree, Enable Communities to Identify Heat-Vulnerable Neighborhoods, Target Cooling Investments, and Equitably Enhance Community Resilience - The New York State Department of Environmental Co more

Del. Gov. Meyer Signs Film Tax Credit Creating Opportunities for Delaware Entrepreneurs and Artists

DOVER, Delaware, Sept. 30 -- Gov. Matt Meyer, D-Delaware, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Meyer Signs Film Tax Credit Creating Opportunities for Delaware Entrepreneurs and Artists September 30, 2026 WILMINGTON, Del. -- Governor Matt Meyer today ceremonially signed legislation establishing Delaware's first entertainment production tax credit and modernizing the state's Motion Picture and Television Development Commission. Together, the measures create new opportunities for D more

Deputy Secretary Landau's Meeting With Japanese State Minister for Foreign Affairs Horii

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release: * * * Deputy Secretary Landau's Meeting with Japanese State Minister for Foreign Affairs Horii Readout Office of the Spokesman October 2, 2026 Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau met today with Japanese State Minister for Foreign Affairs Iwao Horii, building on the momentum of President Trump's meeting with Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi in New York on September 22. The Deputy Secretary and the State more

DNC: In the States - After Driving Up Costs, Republicans Are on Defense and Begging for Votes

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 2, 2026 IN THE STATES: After Driving Up Costs, Republicans Are on Defense and Begging for Votes Democrats are putting Republicans on defense over their failed record, forcing Trump and Vance to scramble to red states to shore up support from voters who are feeling the squeeze from the administration's cost-spiking policies - Against the backdrop of disastrous approval ratings and a frac more

Dream's Angel Reese Wins 2026 Kia WNBA Defensive Player of the Year

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- The National Basketball Association posted the following news release: * * * Dream's Angel Reese wins 2026 Kia WNBA Defensive Player of the Year October 1, 2026 NEW YORK - Atlanta Dream forward Angel Reese has been named the 2026 Kia WNBA Defensive Player of the Year, the WNBA announced today. She wins the award for the first time and becomes the first Dream player to earn the honor. Reese received 46 votes from a national panel of 74 sportswriters and broadcasters. Gold more

Duane Morris Attorneys Named to 2027 Lawdragon Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Duane Morris, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Duane Morris Attorneys Named to 2027 Lawdragon Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide * PHILADELPHIA, October 2, 2026-Sixteen Duane Morris LLP attorneys have been named to the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers Guide. * Caroline M. Austin - Employment Litigation, Counseling (Philadelphia) * Joseph A. Ciucci - Labor & Employment (Atlant more

During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Governor Hochul Announces State Surpassed National Goal for Breast Cancer Screenings for the Second Year in a Row

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * During Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Governor Hochul Announces State Surpassed National Goal for Breast Cancer Screenings for the Second Year in a Row * Governor Kathy Hochul announced New York has once again surpassed the national goal for breast cancer screenings, for the second year in a row. New data has found that an estimated 82 percent of New York State females ages 50-74 years are up more

Educators for Excellence Statement on Release of FSTC Regulations

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- Educators for Excellence, a teacher-led organization that ensures teachers have a leading voice in the policies that impact their students and profession, issued the following news release: * * * October 2, 2026 Educators for Excellence Statement on Release of FSTC Regulations Evan Stone, Co-Founder and CEO of Educators for Excellence, issued the following statement in response to the U.S. Department of the Treasury and Internal Revenue Service's release of regulations go more

Egypt: Authorities Arrest Entire Investigative Newsroom

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Egypt: Authorities Arrest Entire Investigative Newsroom * (Beirut) - Egyptian security forces arrested six journalists working for the independent investigative journalism platform Matsda2sh on September 28 and 29, 2026, and appear to have forcibly disappeared them, Human Rights Watch said today. The journalists' whereabouts are unknown and their families and lawyers have not been permitted cont more

Entertainment Software Association Rejects Petition to Modify Existing Noncommercial Video Exemption in Triennial Rulemaking

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Before the UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT OFFICE Washington, D.C. In the Matter of: Tenth Triennial Rulemaking Proceedings Under Section 1201 of Title 17, 2027 Cycle Docket No. 2026-4 COMMENT REGARDING A PETITION BY THE ORGANIZATION FOR TRANSFORMATIVE WORKS TO RENEW AN EXISTING EXEMPTION UNDER 17 U.S.C. Sec. 1201 A. COMMENTER I more

Entertainment Software Association Supports Renewal of Medical Device Software Exemption But Oppose Proposed Modifications

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. Before the UNITED STATES COPYRIGHT OFFICE Washington, D.C. In the Matter of: Tenth Triennial Rulemaking Proceedings Under Section 1201 of Title 17, 2027 Cycle Docket No. 2026-4 COMMENT REGARDING A PETITION BY MARSHALL R. SHANNON TO RENEW AN EXISTING EXEMPTION UNDER 17 U.S.C. Sec. 1201 A. COMMENTER INFORMATION The Ent more

EPA Finalizes Groundwater Cleanup Plan for Hopewell Precision Superfund Site in Dutchess County, New York

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * EPA Finalizes Groundwater Cleanup Plan for Hopewell Precision Superfund Site in Dutchess County, New York * NEW YORK - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized the update to its original cleanup plan to address trichloroethylene, or TCE, contamination at the Hopewell Precision Superfund Site in Hopewell Junction, New York. The update to the plan will address groundwater that more

Eva Perez de Vega Publishes The Architecture of Human Exceptionalism

BROOKLYN, New York, Oct. 2 -- Pratt Institute, a private university that says it educate artists and professionals to be contributors to society, posted the following news: * * * Eva Perez de Vega Publishes The Architecture of Human Exceptionalism * School of Architecture faculty member Eva Perez de Vega's book, The Architecture of Human Exceptionalism. Redrawing Our Relationship with Other Species, challenges the assumption that architecture is a human-centered endeavor and calls for a fund more

Experience Alfred State at a Fall Open House

ALFRED, New York, Oct. 2 -- The Alfred State College posted the following news: * * * Experience Alfred State at a Fall Open House * Alfred State will host a pair of Open House events this fall to allow prospective students and their families to experience the college. Open House "Fall Festival" programs will be held on Saturday, Oct. 24 and Sunday, Nov. 8. At Open House programs visitors can choose to start their day at either the Alfred or Wellsville campus with programming starting at 9: more

FDA Recall Notice: Frutas Y Hortalizas Del Sur Expands Recall of Great Value and Trader Joe's Frozen Organic Berries Over E. Coli Risk

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Food and Drug Administration issued the following recall notice: * * * Frutas y Hortalizas del Sur S.A. Expands Recalls to Include Additional Lots of Great Value Frozen Organic Triple Berry Blend 10 OZ, Great Value Frozen Organic Blueberries 10 OZ and One Lot of Trader Joe's Frozen Organic Mixed Berry Blend 12 OZ Because of Potential Contamination with E. coli O145 Summary Company Announcement Date: October 02, 2026 FDA more

Federal Register: CDC Issues Information Collection Notice on National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSinfo) -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued the following information collection: * * * In accordance with the Paperwork Reduction Act of 1995, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has submitted the information collection request titled "National Notifiable Diseases Surveillance System" to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) for review and approval. CDC previously published a "Proposed more

Federal Register: SBA Announces 5% Optional Peg Rate for October-December Quarter

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSFR) -- The Small Business Administration issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Interest Rates The Small Business Administration publishes an interest rate called the Optional Peg Rate (13 CFR 120.214) on a quarterly basis. This rate is a weighted average cost of money to the government for maturities similar to the average SBA direct loan. This rate may be used as a base rate for guaranteed fluctuating interest rate SBA loans. This rate will be 5.00 more

FFRF Action Fund: Far-right Outlets Distort 'Secularist of the Week' Talarico Pastor Support of Atheists

MADISON, Wisconsin, Oct. 3 -- FFRF Action Fund, an organization that says it develops and advocates for legislation, regulations and government programs to preserve the constitutional principle of separation between state and church, posted the following news: * * * Far-right outlets distort 'Secularist of the Week' Talarico pastor support of atheists October 2, 2026 The FFRF Action Fund names Rev. Jim Rigby (the pastor of Texas state Rep. James Talarico) its "Secularist of the Week" for hi more

FirstEnergy to Webcast Q3 Earnings Teleconference

AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 3 -- FirstEnergy issued the following news release: * * * FirstEnergy to Webcast Third Quarter Earnings Teleconference AKRON, Ohio - FirstEnergy Corp. (NYSE: FE) will release financial results for the third quarter of 2026 after markets close on Tuesday, Oct. 27. These results will be discussed by FirstEnergy management during a conference call with financial analysts at 9 a.m. EDT on Wednesday, Oct. 28. A question-and-answer session will follow. Investors, customers and more

Florence Immigrant & Refugee Rights Project: DHS Faces Opposition Over Rule Eliminating Asylum Interview Rights for Unaccompanied Children

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 1 September 28, 2026 Markwayne Mullin Secretary, Department of Homeland Security 2707 Martin Luther King Jr. Avenue SE Washington, DC 20528 Joseph B. Edlow Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services 5900 Capital Gateway Dr. Camp Springs, MD 20588 Re: Comment in Response to Interim Final Rule: Aff more

Fordham Political Review Issues Commentary Entitled 'Where is the Garden?'

BRONX, New York, Oct. 3 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary: * * * Where is the Garden? By Samantha Kornsey Oct 2, 2026 *** A month ago, Nepal was struck by deadly flash floods caused by a rock-and-ice avalanche. Roughly 1,400 people perished in the disaster, and more than 6,150 remain missing. It was a compound event caused by multiple effects of climate change. Thawing permafrost seeps into the cracks between rocks, deforestation makes it easier for rainwater t more

Fordham Political Review Issues Commentary: Bougainville and the New Country Dilemma

BRONX, New York, Oct. 3 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary: * * * Bougainville and the New Country Dilemma By Sahir Sadat Oct 2, 2026 Within the next year, the world may see a new nation join its ranks. Currently an autonomous region of Papua New Guinea, Bougainville and its government aim to achieve independence in 2027, an ambitious goal for its population of 300,000 people. In 2019, the island held a referendum with two positions - increased self-governance o more

Fordham Political Review Issues Commentary: Manosphere's Influence on Far-Right Politics

BRONX, New York, Oct. 3 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary: * * * The Manosphere's Influence on Far-Right Politics By Jorja Mulvihill Oct 2, 2026 *** In a recent election, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) gained a major parliamentary victory in the state of Saxony-Anhalt, inching it closer to being the first far-right German political party since the postwar period. The AfD won 44% of the vote, and therefore lacked an absolute majority in the state legislature. more

Fordham Political Review Issues Commentary: Politics of Cool - How Pop Culture Is Shifting Right

BRONX, New York, Oct. 3 -- The Fordham Political Review posted the following commentary: * * * The Politics of Cool: How Pop Culture Is Shifting Right By Yasmine L'Bahy Oct 2, 2026 Politics, pop culture, and media are facets of our society that have always been intertwined. With media allowing and shaping public opinion on leaders and political movements, music and movies have often been filled with political symbolism, making issues more accessible and understandable to viewers and often se more

Foreign Agents Registration Act - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46435) on Sept. 15, 2026, entitled "Foreign Agents Registration Act: Background and Issues for Congress" by Congress specialist Jacob R. Straus. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY On June 9, 1938, President Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Foreign Agents Registration Act (FARA) into law (22 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.611-621). As initially enacted, FARA sought to expose foreign influence in American politi more

Foreign Agents Registration Act - Background & Issues for Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R46435) on Sept. 15, 2026, entitled "Foreign Agents Registration Act - Background and Issues for Congress:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Summary of Current FARA Provisions Today, FARA is generally focused on individuals conducting political or advocacy work on behalf of "foreign principals" within the United States. These "agents of a foreign principal" are required to register with the more

Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia Appoints Dylan Stage as Chef de Cuisine of Jean-Georges Philadelphia

TORONTO, Ontario, Oct. 2 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release: * * * Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia Appoints Dylan Stage as Chef de Cuisine of Jean-Georges Philadelphia * Four Seasons Hotel Philadelphia at Comcast Center announces the appointment of Dylan Stage as Chef de Cuisine of Jean-Georges Philadelphia, the acclaimed restaurant located in the city's tallest tower. Bringing more than 15 years of experience across Michelin-starred ki more

FOX NEWS LEADS ALL NEWS BRANDS WITH YOUTUBE VIDEO VIEWS FOR EIGHTH CONSECUTIVE QUARTER

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: Media] -- Fox News Media, a business unit of Fox, posted the following news release: * * * FOX NEWS LEADS ALL NEWS BRANDS WITH YOUTUBE VIDEO VIEWS FOR EIGHTH CONSECUTIVE QUARTER * FOX News Delivers 3.5 Billion YouTube View Views Year-to-Date; Only News Network to Surpass Three Billion in 2026 NEW YORK - October 2, 2026 - FOX News Media closed out 3Q '26 leading all news brands for the eighth consecutive quarter, according to Emplifi. During the quarter, FOX News more

FTC Secures Settlement that Protects Small Businesses from Illegal Price Discrimination

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Federal Trade Commission issued the following news release: * * * FTC Secures Settlement that Protects Small Businesses from Illegal Price Discrimination * The Federal Trade Commission secured a settlement agreement with Southern Glazer's Wine and Spirits LLC, the nation's largest distributor of wine and spirits, that will redress allegedly illegal price discrimination practices and make it easier for small businesses to compete against large chain retailers. The s more

Fuel Economy Remains Vitally Important to Prospective Car Buyers, According to New Consumer Reports Survey Research

YONKERS, New York, Oct. 3 (TNSrpt) -- Consumer Reports posted the following news release: * * * Fuel economy remains vitally important to prospective car buyers, according to new Consumer Reports survey research October 2, 2026 * As the federal government weakens standards, CR data shows that fuel economy is still a major priority as people shop for a new or used vehicle * Survey finds consumers' concerns about electric vehicles easing, but limited first-hand experience and other barriers t more

Goodwin Advises Antin Infrastructure Partners on Acquisition of HP Helicopters

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Goodwin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Goodwin Advises Antin Infrastructure Partners on Acquisition of HP Helicopters * The Private Equity M&A team advised Antin Infrastructure Partners on acquiring a majority stake in High Performance Helicopters Corp ("HP Helicopters"), a US specialty helicopter company. The investment is being made by Antin's NextGen Fund I. This investment is the eighth by Antin's EUR1.2 bil more

Gottheimer Claws Back $500,000 in Federal Dollars for the Future Lackawanna Railway & Andover Train Station Site

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Gottheimer Claws Back $500,000 in Federal Dollars for the Future Lackawanna Railway & Andover Train Station Site Presses NJ TRANSIT to Keep Lackawanna Cut-off Restoration on Track for 2031; Will Significantly Reduce Commute Times Oct 02, 2026 ANDOVER, NJ - Today, Friday, October 2, 2026, at the future site of the Andover station, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) announced $500,000 in cl more

Governor Hochul and Attorney General James Provide an Update on the Cornell Sexual Assault Investigation

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Video, Audio, Photos & Rush Transcript: Governor Hochul and Attorney General James Provide an Update on the Cornell Sexual Assault Investigation * Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul and Attorney General Letitia James provide an update on the Cornell sexual assault investigation. VIDEO: The event is available to stream on YouTube here and TV quality video is available here (h.264, mp4). AUD more

Governor Hochul Announces $15 Million Investment to Establish First-Ever Staten Island Community Justice Center

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces $15 Million Investment to Establish First-Ever Staten Island Community Justice Center * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $15 million to help establish the Staten Island Community Justice Center, transforming the borough's former criminal courthouse at 67 Targee Street into a permanent hub for community-based justice, youth programming and supportive services. "P more

Governor Hochul Announces 34 Missing Children and Teens Located Through Long Island Rescue Operation

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces 34 Missing Children and Teens Located Through Long Island Rescue Operation * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that 34 children and teens reported missing to police in Nassau and Suffolk counties and to the NYPD have been located through the Long Island Missing Child Rescue Operation. Co-led by the New York State Division of Criminal Justice Services Missing Perso more

Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Barrel Factory Apartments, Bringing 100 New Homes to Kingston

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Announces Completion of Barrel Factory Apartments, Bringing 100 New Homes to Kingston * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of Barrel Factory Apartments, a $24 million mixed-use, mixed-income development at 110 Cornell Street in Midtown Kingston. Supported by a $4.78 million Mid-Hudson Momentum Fund grant from Empire State Development, the four-story building a more

Governor Hochul Awards $3 Million for Dinosaur Playground Restroom Improvements in Riverside Park

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Awards $3 Million for Dinosaur Playground Restroom Improvements in Riverside Park * Governor Kathy Hochul today awarded $3 million in State capital funding to Riverside Park Conservancy for improvements to the pavilion and public restrooms at Dinosaur Playground in Riverside Park. The Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) will administer this funding. "When gove more

Governor Hochul Awards More Than $1.6 Million in Funding to Communities Across Staten Island

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Governor Hochul Awards More Than $1.6 Million in Funding to Communities Across Staten Island * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced more than $1.6 million in State funding to support three projects that will expand access to educational and recreational programming on Staten Island. A $500,000 grant was awarded to Snug Harbor Little League to make improvements to playing fields and other on-s more

Griffin DellaPenna '23 Takes His Place as the New Voice of the Rochester Americans

BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 2 -- Canisius University issued the following news: * * * Griffin DellaPenna '23 Takes His Place as the New Voice of the Rochester Americans * Griffin DellaPenna '23 knew he wanted to be a sports broadcaster when he was 6 years old. At Canisius University, he didn't have to wait until graduation to start doing the work. Now, DellaPenna is the new voice of the Rochester Americans, becoming the youngest full-time broadcaster in the American Hockey League. He called hi more

Hatching a new breed of medicines

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- Rockefeller University posted the following news: * * * Hatching a new breed of medicines * Sam Levin and Dimi Kellari had the vision and funding for a new biotech company. But then, they hit a wall. Well, more like a city of walls-the Big Apple. Finding a location in NYC that could house a team of scientists and extensive laboratory equipment, along with the kind of specialized animal operations at the scale they required seemed like an insurmountable task. Then, they h more

Highlanders in the News: Week of Sept. 28, 2026

RADFORD, Virginia, Oct. 2 -- Radford University issued the following news release: * * * Highlanders in the News: Week of Sept. 28, 2026 * Our Highlanders are using their education to do extraordinary things. In this column, we highlight some notable mentions from local, regional, national and international news media. Whether our students, alumni, faculty and staff are featured as subject matter experts in high-profile stories or simply helping make the world a little better, we'll feature more

Highmark Invests $825,000 in Six Initiatives Improving Health across the Capital Region

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 2 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Highmark, a health insurance company, issued the following news release: * * * Highmark Invests $825,000 in Six Initiatives Improving Health across the Capital Region * Funding Fuels Innovative Programs Addressing Mental Health, Workforce Shortages, Food Insecurity, and Access to Care Latham, N.Y. (October 2, 2026) -Highmark Blue Shield is deepening its commitment to the Capital Region with an investment of $825,000 in six commun more

Hong Kong Silences Remembrance of Police Abuses

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Hong Kong Silences Remembrance of Police Abuses * Laying flowers, speaking out, reporting the news - once ordinary acts in Hong Kong-can now lead to prison under the city's sweeping national security laws. National Security Police said on October 1 that they had arrested eight people in September for alleged "sedition." Police accused them of "spreading false information" and "inciting hatred" more

Honored to Lead: Anne D'Alleva Inaugurated as Eighth President of Binghamton University

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 3 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Honored to lead: Anne D'Alleva inaugurated as eighth president of Binghamton University D'Alleva stresses higher education's value, vows to ensure Binghamton remains a 'beacon of possibility' By Anthony Borrelli October 02, 2026 Eighty years of growth have propelled Binghamton University from humble beginnings to state-of-the-art facilities and the distinction of being named a Top Ten Public Ivy. What more

House Administration Ranking Member Joe Morelle, Rep. James Walkinshaw Host Fairfax, Virginia Shadow Hearing on Election Security, Fighting Trump Administration's Attacks on Voting

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Rep. Joseph Morelle, D-New York, ranking member of the House Administration Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Member Joe Morelle, Rep. James Walkinshaw Host Fairfax, Virginia Shadow Hearing on Election Security, Fighting Trump Administration's Attacks on Voting October 2, 2026 With voting underway, lawmakers and voting rights leaders gathered in Fairfax to defend mail-in voting, combat intimidation and protect election integrity - FAIRFAX, VA more

HPU Students Make Connections with 100+ Employers at Career Summit

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Oct. 2 -- High Point University issued the following news release: * * * HPU Students Make Connections with 100+ Employers at Career Summit * HIGH POINT, N.C., Oct. 2, 2026 - High Point University(r) students met with recruiters from more than 100 national, regional and local employers during HPU's annual Life Skills Career Summit at the Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena and Conference Center. Students also received career advice from Teena Piccione, HPU's Data Exper more

Hughes Hubbard: Jeremy Paner Discusses U.S. Actions Against Iran-Linked Russian Financial Network With Bloomberg

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- Hughes Hubbard and Reed, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * October 02, 2026 Jeremy Paner Discusses U.S. Actions Against Iran-Linked Russian Financial Network with Bloomberg Actions highlight how connections to Iran drive Treasury's targeting of sanctions-circumvention and money laundering networks. Highlights * OFAC and FinCEN actions target A7, a Russian financial services firm accused of using a global network of shell companies to circumvent U.S. economic more

ICYMI - SENATOR ALSOBROOKS HELPS LOCATE MAGIC CALDER PAINT

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- Sen. Angela Alsobrooks, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI - SENATOR ALSOBROOKS HELPS LOCATE MAGIC CALDER PAINT October 1, 2026 WASHINGTON, DC - In case you missed it, the New York Times covered the unique story of how, after more than a decade, Alexander Calder's monumental "Mountains and Clouds," located in the Hart Senate Office Building, has finally been restored. The restoration hit many snags until donors and legislators from both part more

ICYMI: "Gouged" Author Lindsay Owens Joins MS NOW's Morning Joe, Calls on Congress to Conduct Oversight of Corporations Ripping Off Consumers

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, posted the following news release: * * * ICYMI: "Gouged" Author Lindsay Owens Joins MS NOW's Morning Joe, Calls on Congress to Conduct Oversight of Corporations Ripping Off Consumers * Owens' New Book Already Prompting Corporate Defenses from Walmart, McDonald's After Exposing Deceptive Pricing Strategies Today, Lindsay Owens, President and CEO of the economic think tank Ground more

ICYMI: DNC Takes Trump Administration to Court for Trying to Disenfranchise U.S. Citizens Abroad

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release: * * * October 2, 2026 ICYMI: DNC Takes Trump Administration to Court for Trying to Disenfranchise U.S. Citizens Abroad Yesterday, the DNC sued the Trump administration over the Department of Defense (DOD)'s attempt to disenfranchise eligible American citizens who were born and remain abroad. DOD proclaimed a false "emergency" to justify changes to the Federal Post Card Application, which eligible U.S. more

ICYMI: Who Are the Millionaires Collecting Unemployment? IRS Letter to Ernst Reveals the Answer

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: * * * ICYMI: Who Are the Millionaires Collecting Unemployment? IRS Letter to Ernst Reveals the Answer * WASHINGTON - In a May letter to U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), the IRS revealed that 10,100 million-dollar earners collected nearly $97.4 million in unemployment benefits in 2024 alone. The top occupations among the jobless millionaires included engineers, software engineers, financial professionals, lawye more

International Monetary Fund: Julie Kozack, Director, Communications Department, October 1, 2026

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The International Monetary Fund issued the following news release: * * * Press Briefing Transcript: Julie Kozack, Director, Communications Department, October 1, 2026 Speaker: Ms. Julie Kozack, Director of the Communications Department at the IMF - MS. KOZACK: Hello everyone. Welcome to this IMF Press Briefing. It's great to see all of you here in person and those of you joining us online. I'm Julie Kozack, Director of the IMF's Communication Department. As usual, t more

Kennedy Condemns Trump Administration's $17 Million Expansion of ICE Detention Facility in Batavia

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Timothy M. Kennedy, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Kennedy Condemns Trump Administration's $17 Million Expansion of ICE Detention Facility in Batavia * BUFFALO, N.Y. - Congressman Tim Kennedy (NY-26), a member of the House Committee on Homeland Security, today condemned the Trump administration's plan to build a new detention facility at the Buffalo Service Processing Center in Batavia at a cost to taxpayers of nearly $17 million funded by Tru more

Lame Duck Sessions of Congress, 1935-2024 - 74th-118th Congresses Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R45154) on Sept. 15, 2026, entitled "Lame Duck Sessions of Congress, 1935-2024 (74th-118th Congresses):" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Characteristics of Lame Duck Sessions, 1935-1998 Lame duck sessions were used sporadically by Congress from 1935, when the Twentieth Amendment became effective, to 1998, when just the House met following the election. During this period, there were 12 lam more

Lawler Releases Statement on Restoration of 988 Press 3 Option for LGBTQ+ Youth

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Rep. Mike Lawler, R-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Lawler Releases Statement on Restoration of 988 Press 3 Option for LGBTQ+ Youth * Washington, D.C. - 10/1/26... Today, Congressman Mike Lawler (NY-17) released the following statement regarding the restoration of the Press 3 option on the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, which allows LGBTQ+ youth experiencing a mental health crisis to connect with counselors trained to address their specific needs. The more

LDF Strongly Condemns the Trump Administration's Proposed Rules for a Federal Voucher Program

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund posted the following news: * * * LDF Strongly Condemns the Trump Administration's Proposed Rules for a Federal Voucher Program * The Legal Defense Fund (LDF) strongly condemns the U.S. Department of the Treasury's release of proposed regulations on the nation's first ever federal private school voucher program. The federal private school voucher program, which was created last year by the One Big Beautiful more

Legal Aid Society Opposes EOIR's Proposed Sanctions Rule for Immigration Court Contempt

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. 199 Water Street New York, NY 10038 (212) 577-3300 https://www.legalaidnyc.org/ Alan Levine President Lynn K. Neuner Chairperson of the Board Twyla Carter Attorney-in-Chief Chief Executive Officer Adriene L. Holder Chief Attorney Civil Practice Deborah Lee Attorney-in-Charge Immigration Law Un more

Littler: California Amends Its WARN Act

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 3 -- Littler, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * California Amends its WARN Act (Again) By Shawn Matthew Clark, Robert Wilger, and Kerry Notestine October 2, 2026 At a Glance * California Senate Bill 951, signed on September 30, 2026, adds disclosure requirements to the California Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification Act for certain reductions caused by artificial intelligence or other automated technology. * The changes take effect on more

Managed Funds Association Urges CFTC to Maintain Weekly Commitment of Traders Reports to Protect Confidentiality

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. www.MFAalts.org New York 600 Lexington Ave 17th Floor New York, NY 10022 Washington, DC 1301 Pennsylvania Ave NW Suite 350 Washington, DC 20004 Brussels Rond Point Schuman 11 1040 Brussels, Belgium London 131-151 Great Titchfield Street London W1W 5BB United Kingdom September 21, 2026 Christ more

Marcus Brown Heritage Garden Blessed at Niagara University

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, Oct. 2 -- Niagara University posted the following news: * * * Marcus Brown Heritage Garden Blessed at Niagara University * On Sept. 30, Niagara University gathered alongside members of the Board of Trustees to officially bless the Marcus Brown Heritage Society Garden. The blessing was held at the start of the trustees' regularly scheduled meeting on campus, bringing leadership together to begin their gathering in gratitude and prayer. Located prominently at the fron more

Marsh Completes Acquisition of Accel Holdings

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- Marsh, a subsidiary of Marsh and McLennan Companies, issued the following news release: * * * Marsh completes acquisition of Accel Holdings NEW YORK, October 2, 2026 - Marsh (NYSE:MRSH), a leading global professional services firm, today announced the completion of its previously announced agreement to acquire Accel Holdings, Inc, a leading diversified independent insurance and advisory firm headquartered in Waverly, Iowa. Accel will operate within Marsh Agency. Terms of t more

Marshall, Intuit expand partnership to strengthen West Virginia's business pipeline

HUNTINGTON, West Virginia, Oct. 2 -- Marshall University posted the following news release: * * * Marshall, Intuit expand partnership to strengthen West Virginia's business pipeline * The growing partnership between Intuit and Marshall University is creating new pathways for entrepreneurship and economic growth in West Virginia, with Intuit announcing that its IDEAS business accelerator will be available to entrepreneurs across the state. Intuit IDEAS, an award-winning year-long business ac more

Metropolitan Museum of Art Appoints Norah Yahya as Chief Diversity and Government Affairs Officer

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- The Metropolitan Museum of Art issued the following news release: * * * The Metropolitan Museum of Art Appoints Norah Yahya as Chief Diversity and Government Affairs Officer (New York, October 2, 2026)--The Metropolitan Museum of Art announced today the appointment of Norah Yahya as Chief Diversity and Government Affairs Officer. Yahya has led The Met's government affairs work since 2021, serving as Senior Government Affairs Officer before being named Chief Government Aff more

MFA congratulates Keith Sonderling on confirmation to lead U.S. Department of Labor

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Managed Funds Association posted the following news release: * * * MFA congratulates Keith Sonderling on confirmation to lead U.S. Department of Labor * Washington, D.C. -MFA issued the following statement on Keith Sonderling's confirmation as Secretary of the U.S. Department of Labor: "MFA congratulates Secretary Keith Sonderling on his confirmation to lead the U.S. Department of Labor. Sonderling's firsthand experience at the Depart more

MFA statement on SEC Custody Rule proposal

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: Financial Services] -- The Managed Funds Association posted the following news release: * * * MFA statement on SEC Custody Rule proposal * Washington, D.C. -MFA issued the following statement in response to the SEC's Custody Rule proposal: "MFA appreciates the SEC's effort to address longstanding issues with the Custody Rule that have created uncertainty for investment advisers. The proposed amendments are an important step towards modernizing custodial practi more

Michigan Tech Breaks Ground on Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness

HOUGHTON, Michigan, Oct. 2 -- Michigan Technological University posted the following news release: * * * Michigan Tech Breaks Ground on Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness * Michigan Technological University broke ground Friday, Oct. 2, on the Chang K. Park Center for Student Wellness, a centralized hub that will bring comprehensive student well-being services together on campus. Members of the Michigan Tech community gathered at the future site of the Chang K. Park Center for Student more

Mike Lawler is STILL Defending His Party's Sexual Predators and Pocketing Their Campaign Cash

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release: * * * Mike Lawler is STILL Defending His Party's Sexual Predators and Pocketing Their Campaign Cash * New reporting from Courier New York exposes vulnerable Republican Mike Lawler for defending his Republican colleagues accused of abuse and sexual misconduct -that is, as long as they're funding his campaign. Lawler has pocketed $38,000 from Max Miller and Tony Gonzales and even defended more

Mount Sinai and Hasso Plattner Institute Launch International Graduate Student Exchange Program to Advance Digital Health and AI Innovation

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai and Hasso Plattner Institute Launch International Graduate Student Exchange Program to Advance Digital Health and AI Innovation * The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai and the Hasso Plattner Institute for Digital Engineering (HPI) are expanding their academic collaboration in digital health through the launch of a new graduate student exchange program offered throu more

Mount Sinai Awarded $2 Million to Launch International Clinical Trial on Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai Awarded $2 Million to Launch International Clinical Trial on Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection * The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai has received a $2 million grant from the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI), part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), to study which therapy is optimal for treating spontaneous coronary artery dissection more

Mount Sinai Researchers Identify a Brain Circuit That Remembers Stresses to Help Shape Reaction to Them

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai Researchers Identify a Brain Circuit That Remembers Stresses to Help Shape Reaction to Them * Researchers at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai have identified a previously overlooked brain circuit that helps explain how prior adversity can make the brain more reactive to future stress. The study, published September 30 in Nature [https://doi.org/10.1038/s41586 more

Mount Sinai Study Uncovers How Loss of the Critical Tumor Suppressor p53 Enables Mutant Cells to Expand Through Normal Tissue

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Mount Sinai Study Uncovers How Loss of the Critical Tumor Suppressor p53 Enables Mutant Cells to Expand Through Normal Tissue * Paper Title: Loss of the tumor suppressor p53 generates a signaling gradient that drives epithelial clonal expansion Journal: Science Date: Thursday, October 1 Authors: Zhe Ying, PhD, Assistant Professor of Stem Cell Biology and Regenerative Medicine at more

N.J. A.G. Davenport Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards

TRENTON, New Jersey, Oct. 3 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release: * * * AG Davenport Joins Lawsuit Challenging Trump Administration's Rollback of Fuel Economy Standards October 2, 2026 TRENTON - Attorney General Jennifer Davenport today joined a coalition of 26 states, counties, and cities in filing a lawsuit against the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), challenging its final rule that weakens Corporate Average Fuel Economy more

N.M. A.G. Torrez Issues Letter to OpenAI CEO Altman

SANTA FE, New Mexico, Oct. 3 (TNSletter) -- New Mexico Attorney General Raul Torrez issued the following letter to OpenAI CEO Sam Altman: * * * Here is the text of the letter: October 1, 2026 Sam Altman Chief Executive Officer OpenAI, Inc. Dear Mr. Altman: I write to request a full accounting from OpenAI regarding an unauthorized intrusion attempt against the University of New Mexico's digital library (nmdigital.unm.edu), carried out by an autonomous AI agent operated by your company, an more

N.Y. Mayor Mamdani Doubles Grants for New York City Artists From $5,000 to $10,000

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mayor Mamdani Doubles Grants for New York City Artists from $5,000 to $10,000 October 2, 2026 What you should know * Marks the first increase in grant awards for artists in nearly 20 years * Artists can now apply for up to $10,000 in grant funding * Announcement also includes free art supplies from Materials for the Arts for grantees starting this month Watch video here (https://www.youtube.com/watch more

Nadler, Pappas, Goodlander Lead House in Urging HUD to Expedite Release of Critical Housing Grant Funding to Prevent Homelessness, Service Cuts

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSida) -- Rep. Jerrold Nadler, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Nadler, Pappas, Goodlander Lead House in Urging HUD to Expedite Release of Critical Housing Grant Funding to Prevent Homelessness, Service Cuts * Washington, D.C. - Congressman Jerrold Nadler (NY-12), Congressman Chris Pappas (NH-01), and Congresswoman Maggie Goodlander (NH-02) led 50 members of the House in urging U.S. Secretary of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Scott Turner to rele more

Napoleone Ferrara, MD, Receives 2026 Yergin Family International Prize for Biomedical Research

NEW YORK, Oct. 1 [Category: BizHospital] -- Mount Sinai Health System posted the following news release: * * * Napoleone Ferrara, MD, Receives 2026 Yergin Family International Prize for Biomedical Research * The Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai will award its 2026 Yergin Family International Prize for Biomedical Research to Napoleone Ferrara, MD, Distinguished Professor of Pathology and Hildyard Endowed Chair in Eye Disease at the University of California San Diego School of Medicine. more

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Niagara University in Ontario

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, Oct. 2 -- Niagara University posted the following news: * * * National Day for Truth and Reconciliation at Niagara University in Ontario * On Sept. 30, the Vaughan Campus came together to commemorate the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation through a series of events and initiatives focused on reflection, awareness, and community engagement. The activities were coordinated by Dr. Carol Doyle-Jones, associate dean and associate professor, College of Education; K more

National Potato Council Urges EPA to Recognize Critical Role of Chemical Desiccation and Support Innovation in Harvest Management

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site. NATIONAL POTATO COUNCIL 50 F Street, NW, Suite 900 Washington, DC 20001 (202) 682-9456 phone www.nationalpotatocouncil.org September 30, 2026 Douglas M. Troutman Assistant Administrator, Office of Chemical Safety and Pollution Prevention U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 1200 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, DC more

New trustees elected to Marquette board

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Oct. 2 -- Marquette University issued the following news release: * * * New trustees elected to Marquette board * Marquette University's Board of Trustees elected two new members at its September 2026 meeting. The new trustees are Sheila Brennan Conroy, partner at the Madison, Wisconsin, law firm of Lake Effect HR & Law, and Jenna Santoianni, president of MRC Television Group. Marquette trustees serve for three-year terms and may be re-elected to serve for a maximum more

Niagara University to Host 10th Annual 'Living in Light: The Art of Healing' Exhibit

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, Oct. 2 -- Niagara University posted the following news: * * * Niagara University to Host 10th Annual 'Living in Light: The Art of Healing' Exhibit * For 10 years, Niagara University's "Living in Light: The Art of Healing" exhibit has provided a space for the stories, experiences, hopes, and dreams of domestic violence survivors to be seen and heard through art. Presented by Niagara University's Office of Violence Prevention & Education and its community partners in more

Northwell Health Opens New Women's Health Practice in Hollis, Queens

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Oct. 3 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Northwell Health opens new women's health practice in Hollis, Queens October 2nd, 2026 Part of the Katz Institute for Women's Health, the facility brings obstetrics, gynecology, midwifery, breast surgical oncology and gastroenterology together under one roof - Northwell Health has announced the opening of the Northwell Health Physician Partners Women's Multispecialty Care at Hollis, part of the Kat more

Northwell's Heart, Lung, Liver & Kidney Transplant Programs Rate Among Best in Region - Above National Average

NEW HYDE PARK, New York, Oct. 3 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release: * * * Northwell Transplant Institute achieves exceptional outcomes October 2nd, 2026 Northwell's heart, lung, liver and kidney transplant programs rate among best in region -- above the national average - The Northwell Transplant Institute has been recognized for exceptional outcomes across its adult heart, lung, liver and kidney transplant programs, rating among the best in the region in several quality more

Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law: Life After the LLM - Naif Alshalan (LLM '25)

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 3 -- The Northwestern University Pritzker School of Law issued the following school news: * * * Life After the LLM: Naif Alshalan (LLM '25) 10.01.2026 Northwestern Pritzker Law's international LLM program offers graduates of foreign law schools the opportunity to expand their knowledge of American law and legal processes, continue their studies in international law, and engage in comparative legal research. Graduates of the program represent more than 50 countries and more

NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens' Pediatrics Department Hosts Pre-Launch Book Reading With Celebrated Children's Book Author

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens' Pediatrics Department Hosts Pre-Launch Book Reading with Celebrated Children's Book Author Award-winning author Molly Arbuthnott hosts exclusive pre-launch reading of Oscar the Hebridean Cat to champion early childhood literacy and community partnerships Oct 02, 2026 The Pediatrics Department at NYC Health + Hospitals/Queens was filled with excitement on Wednesday as more

Ocasio-Cortez, Sanders, Merkley Unveil Ban Flock Act to Protect Americans' Right to Privacy

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 -- Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Ocasio-Cortez, Sanders, Merkley Unveil Ban Flock Act to Protect Americans' Right to Privacy * WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), and Senators Bernie Sanders (I-VT) and Jeff Merkley (D-OR) released the Ban Flock Act, legislation to put an end to the rise in AI-powered surveillance cameras that track Americans across the country. The Ban Flock Act wou more

Oklahoma State: Ranson Honored With 2026 Global Lifetime Achievement Award

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 3 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: * * * Ranson honored with 2026 Global Lifetime Achievement Award October 2, 2026 Andrew Ranson has spent much of his career helping connect Oklahoma businesses and communities with partners and opportunities around the world. Recently, his work was recognized with the 2026 Global Lifetime Achievement Award from Oklahoma City Sister Cities International. Ranson, director of Oklahoma State University's Wes W more

Optimum Brings Fastest Fiber Internet to Abbeville, Investing in the Community's Future

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- Optimum Communications (formerly Altice USA) issued the following news release: * * * Optimum Brings Fastest Fiber Internet to Abbeville, Investing in the Community's Future New fiber network delivers speeds up to 8 Gbps to Abbeville residents and businesses; Optimum also announces $10,000 investment in local education - ABBEVILLE, La. - [October 2, 2026] - Optimum, a leading provider of fiber internet, mobile and TV services, today announced the launch of its new fibe more

Ranking Members Meeks, Garcia, Huffman, Pallone, Castro Demand Transparency on Trump Administration's Venezuela Oil Deal

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSida) -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Ranking Members Meeks, Garcia, Huffman, Pallone and Castro Demand Transparency on Trump Administration's Venezuela Oil Deal October 1, 2026 Washington, DC -- Representatives Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs; Robert Garcia, Ranking Member of the Committee on Oversight and Government Reform; Jared H more

Redemption of UBS Group AG Senior Unsecured Notes

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: * * * Redemption of UBS Group AG senior unsecured notes UBS announces its intention to redeem the total outstanding JPY 8,300,000,000 0.904 per cent Fixed Rate/Floating Rate Senior Callable Notes due 2027 with ISIN CH0385997058 ("Senior Notes") on the optional redemption date, 27 October 2026. - Zurich, 2 October 2026 - UBS announces its intention to redeem the total outstanding JPY 8,300,000,000 0.90 more

Renowned ceramicist Dr. Sharif Bey to speak at APSU Oct. 15

CLARKSVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 2 -- Austin Peay State University posted the following news: * * * Renowned ceramicist Dr. Sharif Bey to speak at APSU Oct. 15 * Dr. Sharif Bey, an award-winning ceramicist whose work has been exhibited in venues from the Smithsonian American Art Museum to the Carnegie Museum of Art. | Contributed photo CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. - Austin Peay State University's Department of Art + Design, with support from the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts, will host sculp more

Rep. Meeks Issues Letter to Secretary of State Rubio on Reported Conduct of U.S. Ambassador to Greece Guilfoyle

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following letter to Secretary of State Marco Rubio on the reported conduct of U.S. Ambassador to Greece Kimberly Guilfoyle: * * * Here is the text of the letter: September 30, 2026 The Honorable Marco Rubio Secretary of State U.S. Department of State 2201 C St. NW Washington, DC 20520 Dear Secretary Rubio: I write to you with deep concern over the repor more

SEC Charges Ex-Chairman, CEO of Public Company in Alleged Scheme to Defraud Investors

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission issued the following litigation release: * * * Securities and Exchange Commission v. David Reichman et al., No. 26-cv-08713 (S.D.N.Y. filed Oct. 2, 2026) On October 2, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission filed charges against David Reichman, the former Chairman and CEO of Global Tech Industries Group, Inc. for allegedly orchestrating a multi-year scheme to defraud Global Tech's investors. The complaint also names David Reic more

Sen. Sanders, Co-signers Issue Letter to HHS Secretary Kennedy

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Bernie Sanders, I-Vermont, issued the following letter with co-signers to Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.: * * * Here is the text of the letter: October 1, 2026 The Honorable Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C., 20201 Dear Secretary Kennedy: As the cost of home heating skyrockets across the country due to the illegal and unconstitutional more

Seven new faculty members bring wide-ranging expertise to UW Tacoma

TACOMA, Washington, Oct. 2 -- University of Washington-Tacoma posted the following news: * * * Seven new faculty members bring wide-ranging expertise to UW Tacoma * From responsible AI use to preventing common infections, this year's new faculty members are tackling questions that matter to our community and beyond. We're excited to welcome a diverse group of scholars and educators to UW Tacoma. They offer fresh perspectives for the classroom, expanded opportunities for students and stronge more

Shapiro Administration Invests More Than $2.8 Million to Protect Clean Water, Restore the Health of Local Watersheds

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 3 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news: * * * Shapiro Administration Invests More Than $2.8 Million to Protect Clean Water, Restore the Health of Local Watersheds Eight projects across Pennsylvania will treat abandoned mine drainage, restore streams and floodplains, reduce pollution and improve fish and wildlife habitat. October 02, 2026 Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DE more

Sidley Pro Bono Team Honored with Her Justice's 2026 Commitment to Justice "Legal Team Award"

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Sidley Austin, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Sidley Pro Bono Team Honored with Her Justice's 2026 Commitment to Justice "Legal Team Award" * Her Justice has recognized Juan A. Arteaga, Adriana Bones Ortega, Thomas M. Cramer, and Martha O. Tabor with its 2026 "Legal Team Award" at the Commitment to Justice award ceremony. The Sidley team has been honored for its outstanding pro bono work on an immigration matter, wh more

Skanska Awarded $271 Million Contract for U.S. Coast Guard Homeport Pier in Newport, Rhode Island

NEW YORK, Oct. 3 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: * * * Skanska awarded $271 million contract for U.S. Coast Guard Homeport Pier in Newport, Rhode Island 10/02/2026 NEWPORT, RI - Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced that it has been awarded a $271 million contract by NAVFAC Mid-Atlantic to construct a new homeport pier for four U.S. Coast Guard Offshore Patrol Cutters at Naval Station Newport in New more

Soccer: Emery Hat Trick Leads Hornets To Win In Home Opener

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 2 -- Broome Community College posted the following news: * * * Soccer: Emery Hat Trick Leads Hornets To Win In Home Opener * Freshman Rachel Emery scored all three SUNY Broome goals in a 3-0 win over SUNY Adirondack. Photo Credit: Reese Mathias Freshman Rachel Emery scored all three SUNY Broome goals in a 3-0 win over SUNY Adirondack as the Hornets played their first home game of the 2026-27 season. Emery began the scoring at the 6:57 mark, then slotted in anothe more

SRC Taps Former Navy and Army Leaders to Drive Radar and Counter-UAS Growth

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 2 [Category: BizNational Defense] -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, posted the following news release: * * * SRC Taps Former Navy and Army Leaders to Drive Radar and Counter-UAS Growth * Syracuse, NY - SRC, Inc., a global, not-for-profit, defense research and development company, today announced the appointment of Frankie Lapoint and Rob Mitchell as business development directors. Lapoint, a former Navy offic more

State Dept. Approves Display of European Artworks at 3 Museum Exhibitions

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Department of State has determined that artworks being brought from abroad for three upcoming museum exhibitions are of cultural significance and that their temporary display in the U.S. is in the national interest, according to public notices published in the Federal Register. The first determination covers works for "Fantasy and Reality: The Art of Johan Tobias Sergel" at The Morgan Library & Museum in New York. The notice allows the objects to be tempor more

Statement by UNICEF Regional Director for Eastern & Southern Africa, Etleva Kadilli, on Impact on Children as Fighting Intensifies in Northern Ethiopia

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) issued the following news release: * * * Statement by UNICEF Regional Director for Eastern and Southern Africa, Etleva Kadilli, on the impact on children as fighting intensifies in northern Ethiopia NAIROBI, 1 October 2026 - "UNICEF is deeply concerned by the escalation of hostilities in northern Ethiopia and the impact on children and their families. "UNICEF is aware of reports of children being injured or k more

Statement From Chancellor King and SUNY Board of Trustees Vice Chairman Cesar Perales, SUNY Trustee Eunice A. Lewin, and SUNY Trustee Marcos Crespo on Recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 3 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: * * * Statement from Chancellor King and SUNY Board of Trustees Vice Chairman Cesar Perales, SUNY Trustee Eunice A. Lewin, and SUNY Trustee Marcos Crespo on Recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month October 2, 2026 "In 1968, the country began a week-long observance honoring Hispanic heritage, was was later expanded to recognize a month-long celebration the impact and achievements of our Hispanic and more

SUNY Poly to Host Fall Career Fair Expo on October 29

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 2 -- The State University of New York Polytechnic Institute posted the following news: * * * SUNY Poly to Host Fall Career Fair Expo on October 29 * Industry Partners Invited to Engage Attendees Through Hands-On Demonstrations UTICA, NY - SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) will host its Fall Career Fair Expo on Thursday, October 29, from noon to 2 p.m. in the Wildcat Field House, offering an interactive approach to career exploration and professional connections. more

SUNY Potsdam Joins The Ogdensburg Promise as Founding Campus Partner in New College Access Initiative

POTSDAM, New York, Oct. 2 -- The State University of New York Potsdam campus posted the following news: * * * SUNY Potsdam Joins The Ogdensburg Promise as Founding Campus Partner in New College Access Initiative * SUNY Potsdam is proud to join The Ogdensburg Promise (TOP) as a founding campus partner, helping create new pathways to higher education for eligible graduates of Ogdensburg Free Academy. Announced today during a special ceremony at OFA, the initiative combines last-dollar financia more

SUNY-Fredonia: Alumnus to Give Featured Talk at Homecoming

FREDONIA, New York, Oct. 3 -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: * * * Alumnus to give featured talk at Homecoming October 2, 2026 Dr. Randy Krauss, '86, will give the featured Department of Biology talk at SUNY Fredonia's Homecoming celebration. Dr. Krauss' talk, "From Campus to Career: Forty Years of Lessons, Luck, and Laughs" is slated for Friday, Oct. 16 at 3 p.m. in the Kelly Family Auditorium in the university's Science Center. It will be follo more

SUNY-Fredonia: Hagan Award Winners to Share Work During Lecture Program

FREDONIA, New York, Oct. 3 -- The State University of New York Fredonia campus issued the following news: * * * Hagan award winners to share work during lecture program October 2, 2026 Doug Osborne-Coy Recipients of the 2026 William T. and Charlotte N. Hagan Young Scholar/Artist Award will be recognized and share their work. Assistant Professor Daniel Lendzian and Dr. Heather McEntarfer will make presentations on Tuesday, Oct. 20, at 2 p.m., in Rosch Recital Hall at SUNY Fredonia. Lendzian more

Syracuse University: 3 Postdoctoral Researchers Honored for Impactful Research

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 3 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: * * * 3 Postdoctoral Researchers Honored for Impactful Research The scholars were recognized for innovation and excellence in research and creative work in veteran health, speech therapy and ocean science. Diane Stirling Oct. 2, 2026 Three postdoctoral researchers were honored for the quality and impact of their research and creative activity at this year's Postdoctoral Appreciation Awards dinner. The Office of more

Taft, JPMorganChase, and LASCO Receive 2026 CPBO Pro Bono Partner Award

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Taft, JPMorganChase, and LASCO Receive 2026 CPBO Pro Bono Partner Award * Taft, in partnership with JPMorganChase and Legal Aid of Southeast and Central Ohio (LASCO), has received the Pro Bono Institute's (PBI) 2026 Corporate Pro Bono (CPBO) Pro Bono Partner Award. The award recognizes innovative collaborations among in-house legal departments, law firms, and public interest organiza more

Teaching a Valuable Lesson: J. Daniel Chi

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Oct. 2 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news: * * * Teaching a Valuable Lesson: J. Daniel Chi * Outstanding Faculty Award: J. Daniel Chi Professor and Department of Finance chair, UNLV Lee School of Business When he left his native China to pursue his MBA in the United States nearly three decades ago, J. Daniel Chi wasn't exactly sure what his future held. Although he was gravitating toward finance, Chi didn't have a definitive career more

Treasury Dismantles Major Hamas Financing Network

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release: * * * Treasury Dismantles Major Hamas Financing Network October 2, 2026 Coordinated U.S. Government Action Exposes Multi Year Scheme Using Sham Charities and Cryptocurrency to Fund Hamas - WASHINGTON--Today, the Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) designated a member of Hamas's military wing, along with two France-based individuals and two affiliated entities that more

Troy Passes First Local Law Regulating Automatic License Plate Readers in New York

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: Law/Legal] -- New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following news release: * * * Troy Passes First Local Law Regulating Automatic License Plate Readers in New York * TROY, NY - Last night, the Troy City Council became the first local legislature to pass legislation to rein in highly invasive, unregulated automatic license plate reader (ALPR) technology in the state. Now, local law enforcement can only use ALPRs for clearly defined law enforcement purposes, on more

U.S. Mission to the U.N.: Remarks at a U.N. General Assembly Meeting on Russia's, China's Use of Veto of a U.N. Security Council Resolution on Iran Sanctions

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- The U.S. Mission to the United Nations issued the following news: * * * Remarks at a UN General Assembly Meeting on Russia's and China's Use of Veto of a UN Security Council Resolution on Iran Sanctions October 1, 2026 Ambassador Mike Waltz U.S. Representative to the United Nations New York, New York AS PREPARED Thank you, Mr. President. On September 17, Russia and China vetoed a resolution to extend the mandate of the Panel of Experts that supports the 1737 Committ more

UB pediatric sleep expert is one of five named to international panel that guides sleep treatment

BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 2 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release: * * * UB pediatric sleep expert is one of five named to international panel that guides sleep treatment * Amanda Hassinger, MD, clinical associate professor of pediatrics at UB, is medical director of the UBMD Pediatrics Sleep Center, the only dedicated pediatric sleep medicine center in Western New York. Photo: Sandra Kicman By Ellen Goldbaum BUFFALO, N.Y. - Amanda B. H more

UC Davis Law: N.Y. Times Quotes Professor Lin on Fee Hikes for Foreign Visitors to National Parks

DAVIS, California, Oct. 3 -- The University of California Davis School of Law issued the following news: * * * N.Y. Times Quotes Professor Lin on Fee Hikes for Foreign Visitors to National Parks October 02, 2026 Professor Albert Lin spoke to the New York Times for a Sept. 30 story about a lawsuit seeking to stop President Donald Trump's administration from charging foreign visitors higher entrance fees at national parks. As the story notes, an executive order signed by Trump last year prom more

UNDP and GSMA partner to scale African-led AI innovation

LONDON, England, Oct. 2 [Category: Electronic Products] -- GSMA, an organisation that says it is unifying the mobile ecosystem to discover, develop and deliver innovation that helps business and society, issued the following news release: * * * UNDP and GSMA partner to scale African-led AI innovation * New York, 2 October 2026 - The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the GSMA have announced a strategic partnership to strengthen Africa's artificial intelligence ecosystem and acce more

UNICEF Executive Director Calls for Children to Be at Heart of Syria's Recovery

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) issued the following news release: * * * UNICEF Executive Director calls for children to be at the heart of Syria's recovery DAMASCUS/NEW YORK, 1 October 2026 - UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell was in Syria for a three-day visit, calling for children to be placed at the centre of the country's recovery as families return home. With millions of Syrians returning home, Russell highlighted support for more

UNICEF Executive Director Calls for Children to Be Protected, Placed at Heart of Lebanon's Recovery

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) issued the following news release: * * * UNICEF Executive Director calls for children to be protected and placed at the heart of Lebanon's recovery BEIRUT, 2 October 2026 - UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell concluded a visit to Lebanon today, calling for urgent action to protect children from the ongoing impact of conflict and economic crisis and to place their rights and needs at the centre of the c more

UNICEF: 13 Children Reportedly Killed or Injured in Drone Strike on Displacement Shelter in Al Obeid, Sudan

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 -- UNICEF (United Nations International Children's Emergency Fund) issued the following news release: * * * 13 children reportedly killed or injured in drone strike on displacement shelter in Al Obeid, Sudan 01 October 2026 NEW YORK/NAIROBI/KHARTOUM, 1 October 2026 - A drone strike on the Al Mina Al Bari shelter for internally displaced people in Al Obeid, in Sudan's North Kordofan State, late last night reportedly killed one boy and injured 12 children, including five boys more

University of Akron: Zips Take on Regional, National Leadership Roles in Greek Organizations

AKRON, Ohio, Oct. 3 -- The University of Akron issued the following news: * * * Zips take on regional, national leadership roles in Greek organizations 10/02/2026 Three University of Akron (UA) students involved in UA's Greek organizations are serving in national and regional roles this academic year, putting Zips at the forefront of fraternity and sorority leadership in Ohio and the U.S. Braxton Moore, an exercise science major, was elected to be the 49th Second Vice Grand Basileus of Omeg more

UNM School of Architecture + Planning hosts acclaimed author Priyanka Kumar

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Oct. 2 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news: * * * UNM School of Architecture + Planning hosts acclaimed author Priyanka Kumar * The UNM School of Architecture + Planning welcomes Priyanka Kumar, who will present the school's first lecture of this semester on Monday, Oct. 5, 5-7 p.m., in the Garcia Honda Auditorium. Kumar will discuss her book, "The Light Between Apple Trees: Rediscovering the Wild Through a Beloved American Fruit," which will be more

US ICE Detains Son of Slain Philippine Journalist

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * US ICE Detains Son of Slain Philippine Journalist * The United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on September 21 detained Mark Mabasa, the 40-year old son of slain Philippine journalist Percival "Percy Lapid" Mabasa, who was shot to death in Metro Manila in October 2022. Mark Mabasa had received death threats in the Philippines following the murder of his father and had sought asy more

US: Rights Concerns for Maritime Operations Near Ecuador

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * US: Rights Concerns for Maritime Operations Near Ecuador * (Washington, DC) - United States forces intercepted and destroyed eight Ecuadorian fishing vessels between August 28 and September 16, 2026, detaining over 140 of 160 crew members and abusing some, Human Rights Watch said today. The US and Ecuadorian governments should disclose the legal basis for these operations and promptly investigat more

US: Victims of Nicaraguan Government Risk Deportation

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: International] -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * US: Victims of Nicaraguan Government Risk Deportation * (Washington, DC) - US immigration authorities have detained at least eight Nicaraguan exiles whom the Ortega-Murillo government has stripped of their nationality, including some with pending asylum claims, Human Rights Watch said today. Seven of the people detained were among 222 political prisoners whom the Nicaraguan government expelled more

Van Hollen, Warren Call on Predatory Lender Opportunity Financial ("OppFi") to Withdraw National Bank Application

WASHINGTON, Oct. 1 -- Sen. Chris Van Hollen, D-Maryland, issued the following news release: * * * Van Hollen, Warren Call on Predatory Lender Opportunity Financial ("OppFi") to Withdraw National Bank Application * U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.) and Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, wrote to Opportunity Financial ("OppFi") to oppose the lender's application to acquire a national bank and become a bank holding company more

Velazquez Slams SBA for Stonewalling GAO Probe Into DOGE Access to Sensitive Small Business Data

WASHINGTON, Oct. 3 (TNSbrep) -- Rep. Nydia M. Velazquez, D-New York, ranking member of the House Small Business Committee, issued the following news release: * * * Velazquez Slams SBA for Stonewalling GAO Probe Into DOGE Access to Sensitive Small Business Data October 2, 2026 WASHINGTON --The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report examining DOGE teams' access to federal agency systems and the safeguards agencies put in place to protect sensitive information. As part of its more

Venable Recognized with 2026 NLADA Beacon of Justice Award

WASHINGTON, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Venable, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * Venable Recognized with 2026 NLADA Beacon of Justice Award * WASHINGTON, DC (October 2, 2026) - Venable LLP has been named a recipient of the 2026 Beacon of Justice Award by the National Legal Aid & Defender Association (NLADA), for its support of the Debtors' Prison Project, which has a two-part mission: to fight the criminalization of poverty and to stop governments and corporations more

WA joins coalition challenging federal fuel efficiency rollback

OLYMPIA, Washington, Oct. 2 -- Washington state Attorney General Nick Brown issued the following news release: * * * WA joins coalition challenging federal fuel efficiency rollback * The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is unlawfully weakening fuel economy standards for new passenger cars and light trucks, Washington Attorney General Nick Brown and a multistate coalition argued in a new lawsuit. Historically, the corporate average fuel economy (CAFE) standards have re more

Where a St. Bonaventure Education Can Take You

ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, Oct. 3 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: * * * Where a St. Bonaventure education can take you Oct 2, 2026 Choosing a college has always been a major decision. But as the cost and value of higher education face greater scrutiny, students and families are asking an increasingly important question: What will this education make possible? For graduates of St. Bonaventure University, the latest outcomes offer a compelling answer. Among m more

White & Case advises Bold Eagle Acquisition Corp. on business combination with REDLattice

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * White & Case advises Bold Eagle Acquisition Corp. on business combination with REDLattice * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Bold Eagle Acquisition Corp., a publicly listed special purpose acquisition company (SPAC), on its entrance into a definitive agreement for a business combination with REDLattice, which will result in REDLattice becoming a publicly traded compan more

White & Case advises Pearson on acquisition of Workera

NEW YORK, Oct. 2 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- White and Case, a law firm, posted the following news release: * * * White & Case advises Pearson on acquisition of Workera * Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L), the world's largest lifelong learning company, on its definitive agreement to acquire Workera, an AI-native skills intelligence platform. Workera's proven technology and top-tier talent will accelerate Pearson's ability to help enterprises build the workf more

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