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State Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday August 11, 2019 ( 212 items )  

116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team More Combat Ready After EXportable Combat Training Capability Rotation at Fort Pickett
FORT PICKETT, Virginia, Aug. 6 -- The Virginia National Guard issued the following news: By Cotton Puryear Virginia and Kentucky National Guard Soldiers assigned to the 116th Infantry Brigade Combat Team and enabler units from Guard units in Alabama, Arkansas, Illinois, Indiana, Louisiana and New York honed their combat skills during the eXportable Combat Training Capability Rotation 19-4 July 13 through August 2, 2019, at Fort Pickett, Virginia. Col. Joseph A. DiNonno, commander of the 116th  more

451 Research's Analysis of the Internet of Things Market Indicates That Total Connected Devices Will Reach 13.8 Billion by 2024
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- The 451 Research issued the following news release: Newly released Internet of Things (IoT) market research from 451 Research, a leading technology analyst and advisory firm, indicates that the number of IoT connected devices (excluding PCs, smart TVs, and game consoles) will be approximately eight billion in 2019, and reach nearly 14 billion in 2024 - a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 12%. See chart here (https://451research.com/451-research-analysis-of-iot-market-in  more

Accenture Named a Leader in Enterprise Platform IT Services for Banking and Financial Services Sectors by Everest Group
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has been named a Leader in enterprise platform IT services for banking and financial services, including capital markets, in a report by industry analyst firm Everest Group. In the report titled "Enterprise Platform IT Services in Banking and Financial Services (BFS) PEAK Matrix(TM) Assessment 2019," Everest Group analyzed 20 service providers on several capability-re  more

Accenture Named a Leader in Next-Generation IT Infrastructure Services for Banking, Financial Services and Insurance by Everest Group
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has been named a Leader in next-generation IT infrastructure services for banking and financial services (BFS), including capital markets, and insurance in two reports from industry analyst firm Everest Group. Everest Group analyzed 17 leading IT service providers on its "Next-Generation IT Infrastructure Services in BFS PEAK Matrix(TM) Assessment 2019" report and 16   more

Accenture Positioned as a Leader in Workday Services Market by Everest Group
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: Accenture (NYSE: ACN) is named a Leader and Star Performer in Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) IT Services and is positioned as a Leader in Workday-based Human Resources Business Process Services (HR BPS), according to two separate Everest Group PEAK Matrix(TM) assessments. The Everest Group Workday Human Capital Management (HCM) IT Services PEAK Matrix Assessment and Market Trends 2  more

Adelphi University: College-Readiness Program for Hispanic Students, a Life-Changing Initiative for Diversity
GARDEN CITY, New York, Aug. 6 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: Hispanic high school students have a new opportunity to experience campus life firsthand before they embark on their college careers. This summer, Adelphi launched its inaugural Hispanic Community Partnership Program, a free college-readiness program for rising high school seniors of Hispanic background from the tristate area. From August 1 to August 4, 17 students stayed on the Adelphi campus and enjoyed workshops   more

Adelphi University: On Autism Spectrum, Career-Ready - How We're Preparing Students for Life After College
GARDEN CITY, New York, Aug. 7 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: Adelphi students with autism or nonverbal learning disorders will have even more resources at the University this year, thanks to a $50,000 grant awarded to the Bridges to Adelphi program. The Bridges to Adelphi program has helped students on the autism spectrum and those with nonverbal learning disabilities navigate the college experience since 2007. The new funds, from The Disability Opportunity Fund (DOF) of Rock  more

Adelphi University: Social Work PhD Candidate Receives Award for Her Contributions to the Autism Community
GARDEN CITY, New York, Aug. 8 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: For over two decades, Dena Gassner, PhD candidate in the School of Social Work, has dedicated her time to improving the lives of people on the autism spectrum. On July 10, the Autism Society named her the Dr. Cathy Pratt Autism Professional of the Year at its annual national conference. The award is given to professionals in the field of autism who've demonstrated outstanding accomplishments in contributing to the li  more

Advisory Board Member of Obama Foundation's My Brother's Keeper Alliance to Speak At Virginia Commonwealth University
RICHMOND, Virginia, Aug. 9 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: Senegal Mabry, assistant to the chancellor of the New York State Education Department and advisory board member of the Obama Foundation's My Brother's Keeper Alliance, will deliver the keynote address at an event to kick off the residencies of 50 participants in RTR, a school-based teacher preparation program of the School of Education at Virginia Commonwealth University. Mabry, a master's degree in publi  more

Air Force Research Laboratory Hosts 1st International QIS Workshop at SUNY Polytechnic Institute
UTICA, New York, Aug. 7 -- The State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute issued the following news release: SUNY Polytechnic Institute's (SUNY Poly) Utica campus last month served as the international hub for next-generation quantum information science as nearly 200 leaders from across the globe shared research discoveries and advancements in this rapidly expanding field. The three-day Quantum Information Science (QIS) 1stInternational Workshop, held July 9 - 11, was launched at SUN  more

Akin Gump Advises Credible Labs in Sale of Majority Stake to Fox
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Akin Gump Strauss Hauer and Feld, a law firm, issued the following news release: Fox Corporation has entered into a definitive merger agreement for the proposed acquisition of 67 percent of the equity in Credible Labs Inc., a leading consumer finance marketplace in the United States. A team from Akin Gump represented Credible Labs in the deal, which is valued at approximately $265 million. David D'Urso, a partner in Akin Gump's corporate practice, led the team advising Cre  more

ALM: 98% of Lawyers Who Previously Used Litigation Funding Would Do So Again, Survey Finds
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- ALM, an information and intelligence company, issued the following news release: ALM Intelligence and Validity Finance have published a set of reports on the litigation finance sector. Drawn from the results of a survey conducted in early 2019, polling 330 lawyers in total, the reports provide insight into the status of litigation finance in the U.S. and examine lawyers' perceptions of legal financing as a mechanism for promoting access to justice, risk mitigation, and profi  more

Altice USA: Introducing News 12+
BETHPAGE, New York, Aug. 6 -- Altice USA (formerly the Cablevision Systems) issued the following news release: Altice News' News 12 Networks, the Emmy-award winning network group and the main source of local news among adults in the New York Tri-State area, announces an exciting relaunch of its five News 12 Traffic & Weather channels as News 12+. The networks, which are already among the 50 most-watched channels on Altice's Optimum TV lineup, will continue to air local weather and road and rai  more

Assurant Appoints New President for Europe
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release: Assurant, Inc. (NYSE: AIZ), a leading global provider of housing and lifestyle solutions that support, protect and connect major consumer purchases, today announced the appointment of Christian Formby as its new president, Europe, subject to receipt of regulatory approval. Formby will have responsibility for developing and executing strategic priorities for Assurant's European operations to dr  more

Assurant: A Report From the Road
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Assurant, a risk management solutions provider, issued the following news release, dated August 4: It's hard to believe that already a year has passed since Assurant and The Warranty Group joined forces to form Assurant Global Automotive. We've come a long way in those twelve months to integrate our two organizations, and together, we've become a global leader of automotive solutions. From day one of the journey, we put our combined resources and expertise to work for you   more

Berkeley College Student From Clifton Receives Comp Technology Information Association IT Fundamentals Certification
NEW YORK, July 31 -- Berkeley College issued the following news release: Berkeley College student Ashley Kulesa of Clifton in Passaic County, NJ, enrolled in the Information Technology Management program in the Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business(R), recently received IT Fundamentals Certification from CompTIA (Computer Technology Information Association) Corporation. "This Certification is definitely beneficial because Ms. Kulesa will have what she needs for a successful career  more

Berkeley College Student From Paramus Receives PC Pro and Network Pro Certifications
NEW YORK, July 31 -- Berkeley College issued the following news release: Berkeley College student Pritkumar Patel of Paramus in Bergen County, NJ, enrolled in the Information Technology Management program in the Berkeley College Larry L. Luing School of Business(R), recently received PC Pro and Network Pro Certifications from TestOut Corporation(R). "These Certifications will benefit Mr. Patel as he acquires what is needed for a successful career in Information Technology, working to troublesh  more

Better Collaboration Between Pharma and Patient Organizations Would Improve Patient Care, Accenture Study Finds
FRANKFURT, Germany, Aug. 7 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Despite Preferring Services From Patient Organizations Over Those From Pharmaceutical Companies, Patients Want Both to Work Together to Provide A More Seamless Patient Experience * * * FRANKFURT and NEW YORK To deliver better patient experiences, pharmaceutical companies should collaborate with nonprofit organizations that provide support services and advocate for pat  more

BNY Mellon Appoints Daniel Tenengauzer Head of Markets Strategy & Insights
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- BNY Mellon, a banking and financial services holding company, issued the following news release: BNY Mellon has appointed Daniel Tenengauzer Head of Markets Strategy & Insights and leader of its Aerial View market commentary platform, effective immediately. In his new role, Daniel will lead strategy efforts for BNY Mellon Markets, providing clients with original insights into the world's asset and currency flows, informed by the firm's unique role at the center of global fi  more

BNY Mellon U.S. Master Trust Universe Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- BNY Mellon, a banking and financial services holding company, issued the following news release: * * * - U.S. Equity Market Outperformance Persisted With Real Estate Returns Continuing to Trail Other Asset Classes * * * The BNY Mellon U.S. Master Trust Universe returned a median +3.45% in the second quarter of 2019, continuing the trend of positive performance established in the first quarter. The BNY Mellon U.S. Master Trust Universe offers peer comparisons of performan  more

Borough of Manhattan Community College: Mellon/ACLS Fellow Soniya Munshi Sheds Light on Institutional Responses to Domestic Violence Survivors
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Borough of Manhattan Community College issued the following news: Borough of Manhattan Community College (BMCC/CUNY) Professor of Sociology Soniya Munshi has been selected for a Mellon/ACLS (American Council of Learned Societies) Community College Faculty Fellowship for her project, Cultural/Sane: Immigrant Domestic Violence Survivors, Mental Health, and Logics of Citizenship. The fellowship is in effect from July 2019 through December 2020, with a sti  more

Brandin Stewart Named President and General Manager of CBS Television Stations' Philadelphia Properties
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, issued the following news release: Veteran local media executive Brandin Stewart has been named President and General Manager of the CBS Television Stations' Philadelphia properties, KYW-TV, WPSG-TV, CBSPhilly.com and CBSN Philly, a soon-to-be-launched local direct-to-consumer streaming news service. The announcement was made today by Peter Dunn, President, CBS Television Stations. Stewart is join  more

Bronx Borough President Diaz Renews Call for Gun Crime Registry
BRONX, New York, Aug. 8 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release: * * * - Online database would make info on gun crime offenders public, similar to that currently available to monitor convicted sex offenders * * * In the wake of mass shootings in Brownsville, Brooklyn; El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio, Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. is renewing his call for the New York City Council to pass legislation to create a public gun crime registry. "Enough   more

Burford Capital: Investor and Analyst Call Registration and Participation Details
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Burford Capital, a finance firm focused on law, issued the following news release: Burford Capital Limited ("Burford Capital" or "Burford" or "the Company"), the leading global finance and investment management firm focused on law, announces registration and participation details for its investor and analyst call to be held today, Thursday 8 August 2019, at 3:00pm BST / 10:00am EDT. Burford encourages investors and analysts to pre-register for dedicated access to the call v  more

Burford Capital: Response to Short Attack
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Burford Capital, a finance firm focused on law, issued the following news release: Burford Capital Limited ("Burford Capital" or "Burford" or "the Company"), the leading global finance and investment management firm focused on law, responds here to the short attack report issued by Muddy Waters yesterday. The Muddy Waters report is false and misleading. We set out below the report's many factual inaccuracies, simple analytical errors and selective use of information and ex  more

Burford Capital: Statement Re Share Price Movement
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Burford Capital, a finance firm focused on law, issued the following news release: The Board of Directors of Burford Capital Limited ("Burford Capital" or "Burford" or the "Company") notes the decline in the Company's share price yesterday and confirms that it knows of no operational or corporate reason for the price movement. Burford just reported the best results in its history and highlights the following: * Burford's cash position and access to liquidity is strong. To   more

Burford Capital: Statement Re US Research Firm Document
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Burford Capital, a finance firm focused on law, issued the following news release: The Board of Directors of Burford Capital Limited ("Burford Capital" or "Burford" or the "Company") notes the release of a "short attack" document by Muddy Waters, a US research firm. Burford has never been contacted by Muddy Waters and has not had any prior sight of its work. We will review the report thoroughly and respond to it as rapidly as possible. Burford refers to its RNS announcement  more

Cadwalader Advises Corindus Vascular Robotics in Its Definitive Agreement to Be Acquired by Siemens Healthineers AG
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Cadwalader advised Corindus Vascular Robotics (NYSE American: CVRS) in its definitive merger agreement to be acquired by Siemens Healthineers AG in a transaction valued at $1.1 billion. Corindus Vascular Robotics, Inc. is a global technology leader in robotic-assisted vascular interventions. The Company's CorPath(R) platform is the first FDA-cleared medical device to bring rob  more

Canon U.S.A. Reinforces Its Commitment With Kofax to Help Customers Manage Document and Data Capture Activities Efficiently
MELVILLE, New York, Aug. 5 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: * * * - Availability of New Kofax AutoStore(TM) 8 Offers Robust Document Capture and Processing Capabilities with Security Features * * * In today's fast-paced workplace, finding efficiencies that can help users save time and money are top of mind for many industries. To help automate business processes that involve scanning, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announces the availability of Kofa  more

Canon's New ImagePRESS Servers Adopt the Latest Electronics for Imaging Fiery Platform to Help Users Boost Productivity, Color Management and More
LAKE SUCCESS, New York, Aug. 6 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions is pleased to announce the availability of two EFI(TM) Fiery(R) powered digital front ends (DFEs) for the newly launched imagePRESS C910/C810/C710/C710CA color digital presses-- the imagePRESS Server H350 and G250. These DFEs combine the imagePRESS's superb print quality, high performance, new production capabilities and excellent productivity with EFI's innovative,  more

Carvell Named Vice Provost for External Education Strategy
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 7 -- Cornell University issued the following news: By Daniel Aloi Steven Carvell, professor of finance in the School of Hotel Administration, has been named Cornell's first vice provost for external education strategy. The appointment was effective Aug. 1. In his new role, Carvell will help the university achieve greater synergies between a number of separately organized external education programs, Provost Michael Kotlikoff said. These include executive education prog  more

CBS All Access Adds Children's Programming to the Service
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, issued the following news release: * * * - Exclusive Original Series Plus Library of More Than 1,000 Episodes of Children's Programming to Premiere Late 2019 - Exclusive Original Series Include 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs' and 'Danger Mouse' With More to Be Announced Prior to Launch * * * CBS All Access, CBS' digital subscription video on-demand and live streaming service, today announce  more

CBS and Nexstar Media Group Renew Affiliation Agreements
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, issued the following news release: * * * - New Agreement with Largest Independent Operator of CBS Affiliates Covers Nearly Six Million Television Households Across 15 Markets * * * NEW YORK and IRVING, Texas - CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS.A and CBS) and Nexstar Media Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: NXST) today announced a multi-year agreement that renews CBS network affiliations for Nexstar stations, in fift  more

CBS Television Stations and CBS Interactive Accelerate Launch Plans for CBSN Local Services Across the Country
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, issued the following news release: * * * - CBSN Local Services Will Be Live in All 13 Major Markets Where CBS Has Local News Operations by Early Next Year * * * CBS Television Stations and CBS Interactive today announced their intention to accelerate their rollout of CBSN Local, the Company's local direct-to-consumer streaming news services, in all 13 major U.S. markets where CBS Television Stat  more

CBS, AT&T Issue Joint Statement on Reaching Content Carriage Agreement
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, and AT&T issued the following joint statement: * * * - Multi-Year Deal Covers CBS-Owned Stations, CBS Sports Network and Smithsonian Channel Across DIRECTV, DIRECTV NOW, U-verse and upcoming AT&T TV Platforms * * * NEW YORK, N.Y. and EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - "CBS Corporation (NYSE: CBS.A and CBS) and AT&T* (NYSE: T) have entered into a new multi-year content carriage agreement to provide CBS-owned  more

CBSN Expands Distribution to Cruise Ships Through CRUISESAT
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, issued the following news release: * * * - CBSN Now Available to Thousands of Passengers in the Caribbean * * * CBSN, CBS News' 24/7 digital streaming news service, today announced that it has expanded its distribution to more than 30,000 cruise ship cabin rooms in the Caribbean via CRUISESAT, the leading direct-to-ship satellite entertainment service to the maritime market. CBSN reaches audien  more

Chancellor Johnson Announces SUNY's Got Your Back Challenge to Assemble 100,000th Comfort Kit By Year End for Survivors of Sexual Assault
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The State University of New York issued the following news release: State University of New York Chancellor Kristina M. Johnson announced a challenge to the SUNY's Got Your Back campaign to assemble the 100,000th comfort kit by year-end for survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. SUNY delivers the kits to hospitals, shelters, and rape crisis centers across the state. The program, which began in April 2016, has grown in close collaboration with the NYS Offi  more

City & State New York Names NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst's CEO Israel Rocha as One of '2019 Queens Power 100'
ELMHURST, New York, Aug. 5 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * - Rocha is recognized for his work in expanding healthcare options for underserved communities in Queens, increasing patient revenue, improving clinical quality measures, increasing patient satisfaction, and securing funds for hospital expansions * * * Israel Rocha, Chief Executive Officer of NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst and OneCity Health, has been named one of Queens' "Power 100" by   more

Clarkson University Awarded $750,000 Grant to Renovate Educational Resources Center
POTSDAM, New York, Aug. 7 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: Clarkson University has been awarded a Higher Education Capital (HECap) Matching Grant in the amount of $750,000 for renovations to the Schuler Educational Resources Center Atrium, including the purchase and installation of equipment. "We are grateful that through funding initiatives like HECap, Governor Cuomo and our elected officials are working with the State's higher education community to advance capital improveme  more

Clarkson University Delivers 19th Global Supply Chain Management Executive Seminar to Corporate Professionals
POTSDAM, New York, Aug. 6 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: Earlier this month, Clarkson University's Global Supply Chain Management (GSCM) program presented its 19th annual Executive Seminar, delivering state-of-the-art education to corporate professionals. "We are pleased that our executive seminar continues to attract supply chain professionals from several highly respected global companies," said Professor Farzad Mahmoodi, the Joel Goldschein '57 Endowed Chair in Global Sup  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Air Pollution Cuts Are Saving Lives in New York State
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: * * * - A New Study Finds That More Than 5,000 Were Spared Over a Decade * * * Lower air pollution levels saved an estimated 5,660 lives in New York State in 2012, compared to 2002 levels, according to a new study. Published in Environmental Research Letters, the study -- led by Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Observatory atmospheric chemistry research group -- loo  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Delays in Dhaka
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: I am back in Bangladesh for a new project that has taken a long time to come to fruition. Consistent with the almost seven years since the project was first discussed, our equipment was stuck in customs, and so we were delayed for starting our fieldwork. Still, it is a great project and it is good to be back here. Around the world, all deltas are sinking as the sediments t  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Finishing on the Boat
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: Our last new site on the Bawali was farther north and west. We sailed north along the edge of the Sundarbans and turned west stopping for the night near a bridge. A lot of the land along the river we were seeking had been turned to farmland, so the Bawali could not continue much farther. As sediment is deposited along the river bank, people claim it, build low embankments a  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: From Sonatola to Sundarbans
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: With the power hammer, Carol managed to finish the first SET site. John and I finalized the location for the field and school GPS, but only got a little way into installation before darkness and fatigue from the 16-hour journey set in and we called it a day. To stay only one day behind schedule, we would have to finish the rest of the work in one day. We decided to have bre  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Hiron Point Once More
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: After visiting the Sundarban Mangrove Forest, we next went to the Forest Ranger Station at Hiron Point in the Sundarbans near the Bay of Bengal. The Bawali cannot cross the 12 km (8 mi) wide mouth of the Pusur River in the summer. Open to the nearby sea, it is too rough for our river boat. In the morning, Bachchu, our boat owner, arrived with a Mongla Port Authority vessel   more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: Khulna to Barishal and Kuakata
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: The next day we went to Khulna University (KU). Since there was no SET installation, many of the students came with me to work on the GPS. We had installed an already obsolete GPS at KU back in 2003, but it never worked well. The GPS was fine, but it had very little memory so a PC had to be attached to store the data and that failed all the time. We installed a modern instr  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: More Intense Non-Tropical Storms Causing Increased Rainfall in U.S. Southeast
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: In the Southeastern United States, the increasing amount of rain during hurricane season is coming not from hurricanes but from non-tropical storms created by weather fronts, new research finds. A new study in the journal Geophysical Research Letters examined the region's precipitation records from 1895 to 2018. The research found precipitation in the Southeast during the   more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: North to Patuakhali and Barisal for End of Fieldwork
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: The next morning we headed north and stopped at Khepupara. After seeing the site, the SET team continued on. Ashraf had to get back to Dhaka for an exam and they had to scout the next and last location near Patuakhali Science and Technology University (PTSU). John and Sanju climbed the structure to weld on the monument. I joined them with some additional materials after tak  more

Columbia University-Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory: WOW-ing, RAW-ing in South Pacific
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: The Southern Ocean is not only far-off, but also unambiguously the stormiest region of the planet. Of the sectors of the Southern Ocean, the South Pacific is the most remote - there aren't even islands. It is just this vast stretch of ocean, about 10,000 km between Chile and Australia. Both of these features, its remoteness and its notorious weather, explain - in no small p  more

Columbia University-Mailman School of Public Health: How to Harness Old Age for the Good of All
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 [TNSsociologyresearch -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: ith each passing year, more and more people are celebrating their 65th birthday, most of them in good health and looking forward to a decade or two more of life. According to the U.S. Census, Americans age 65 and older number 52 million, making up 16 percent of the total population. By 2035, this age bracket will swell to 78 million, or 20 percent of the population, exceedi  more

Comptroller Stringer Audit Reveals DYCD Improperly Altered Site Visit Reports on Crisis Shelters for Runaway Homeless Youth
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: Today, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer released a disturbing new audit that revealed that the New York City Department of Youth and Community Development (DYCD) improperly altered more than one-third of the 93 site visit reports it had filed for seven crisis shelter locations for runaway and homeless youth in Fiscal Year 2017 before providing them to the Comptroller's auditors. The aud  more

Comptroller Stringer Economic Update: NYC Experiencing Solid Job Growth and Near Record Low Unemployment Rate
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: * * * - Stringer report finds labor force participation rate near record high - New Yorkers' average hourly earnings are up 4.4 percent - Strong commercial real estate sector coupled with a decline in residential apartment sales * * * New York City's economic growth outpaced the nation in the Second Quarter (Q2) of 2019 as Gross City Product (GCP) grew 3.4 percent compared to U.S. Gross Domes  more

Comptroller Stringer Releases Analysis of New York City's Fiscal Year 2020 Adopted Budget
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: Today, New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer delivered remarks at the annual meeting of the New York State Financial Control Board outlining the City's fiscal health and released a report on New York City's Fiscal Year 2020 Adopted Budget. The Comptroller's report reiterates the need to align the City's spending growth and savings as Comptroller Stringer renewed his call for City agencies to  more

Cooley: Lux Capital Raises More Than $1 Billion
PALO ALTO, California, Aug. 6 -- Cooley, a law firm, issued the following news release: Cooley advised Lux Capital on raising more than $1 billion across two funds, with $500 million raised for its sixth early-stage fund and $550 million raised for its second opportunity fund focused on growth-stage investments primarily in existing Lux portfolio companies. Lux now actively manages more than $2.4 billion in combined capital. Partner Shane Goudey led the Cooley team advising Lux. Lux, a venture  more

Cornell University: Knowing Berry Pests' Varied Diets May Help Control Them
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 6 -- Cornell University issued the following news: By Krishna Ramanujan With New York state's $20 million berry industry entering peak season, an invasive fruit fly is thriving. Female spotted-wing drosophila (Drosophila suzukii Matsumura) have a special ovipositor (a tube through which a female insect deposits eggs) with a saw-like end that allows them to cut into soft fruits and insert their eggs. The larvae and adults feed on the fruits, causing billions of dollars i  more

Cornell University: Literary Icon Toni Morrison, M.A. '55, Dies at 88
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 6 -- Cornell University issued the following news: By Joe Wilensky Nobel Prize-winning author and alumna Toni Morrison, M.A. '55, died Monday, Aug. 5, in New York City. She was 88. She wrote 11 novels that explored and illuminated the black American experience, including "Beloved," which won the Pulitzer Prize in 1988, and "Song of Solomon," which received a National Book Critics Circle Award in 1977. She also wrote "The Bluest Eye," "Jazz," "Sula," "Tar Baby" and "Para  more

Cornell University: Partnership Will Advance Food Safety Research in China
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 6 -- Cornell University issued the following news: By Blaine Friedlander Cornell and China's Hebei Qimei Agriculture Science and Technology Co. Ltd., an organic food group, signed an agreement in June to collaborate on microbial food safety research. The agreement was funded by a three-year, $2.5 million grant from the Walmart Foundation to Cornell. The Walmart Foundation's Enhancing Sustainable Food Safety giving strategy focuses on efforts to increase transparency, an  more

Cornell University: Red or Blue, Americans Value Effort to Achieve Success
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 7 -- Cornell University issued the following news: By Melanie Lefkowitz Liberals and conservatives may agree on at least one thing: the importance of working hard in order to succeed. According to new Cornell-led research exploring the foundations of morality, liberals and Democrats are far more inclined than conservatives and Republicans to believe in the importance of equity - the notion that some groups may need different opportunities to succeed based on their start  more

Cornell University: Visa Concerns Deter Foreign-Born Ph.D.s From Working in Startups, Study Finds
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 5 -- Cornell University issued the following news: By Melanie Lefkowitz Foreign-born Ph.D. graduates with science and engineering degrees from American universities apply to and receive offers for technology startup jobs at the same rate as U.S. citizens, but are only half as likely to actually work at fledgling companies, a Cornell study has found. Instead, they choose to work at large technology companies with the resources and experience to sponsor foreign workers fo  more

Cornell University: Yang-Tan Institute to Aid Justice-Involved Youth With Disabilities
ITHACA, New York, Aug. 6 -- Cornell University issued the following news: By Laura Carver For youth who have been involved with the justice system, re-entry into the community can present a host of challenges. However, these challenges aren't the same for every person, and youth with disabilities face systemic and unique barriers to successful re-entry, according to LaWanda Cook, extension faculty member with the ILR School's Yang-Tan Institute on Employment and Disability. "They come into a  more

Daemen College: Professor Publishes Play Based on Classic World War I Novel
AMHERST, New York, Aug. 1 -- Daemen College issued the following news: A locally sourced stage adaptation of the critically acclaimed novel "All Quiet on the Western Front," considered one of the greatest war novels of all time, has been written by director and playwright Dr. Robert Waterhouse, associate professor of theater at Daemen College. The play was published this summer by Dramatists Play Service, one of the premier play-licensing and theatrical publishing agencies in the world. Erich   more

Duff and Phelps: Chris Campbell on China's Currency Manipulation
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Chris Campbell, Duff & Phelps Institute Fellow and Duff & Phelps Chief Strategist, recently shared his views on a potential U.S.-China currency war in an interview with Bloomberg Daybreak: Americas. Chris is a frequent guest commentator on national news programs on matters involving the economy. Prior to Duff & Phelps, Chris was unanimously confirmed by the U.S. Senate to serve as the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury for Financ  more

Duff and Phelps: Varun Gupta Talks About the Impact of Corporate Governance on Independent Directors
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- Duff and Phelps issued the following news: Varun Gupta, Managing Director and Asia Pacific Leader in the Duff & Phelps Valuation Advisory practice, was recently featured in The Economic Times. He shared his views on how corporate governance practices are affecting board of directors in India. Independent directors are now reviewing their role in the companies that bring them on board. These directors, who earlier maintained a low profile, are now taking on more of an activ  more

EMarketer: Cable Operators' Shift to Profit Mode Accelerates Cord-Cutting
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- eMarketer, a market research company, issued the following news release: Cord-cutting in the US continues to accelerate, with the number of cord-cutting households jumping another 19.2% this year. According to eMarketer's latest pay TV forecast, the number of households without a traditional pay TV subscription is quickly approaching those that have one. See graph here (https://www.emarketer.com/newsroom/index.php/cable-operators-shift-to-profit-mode-accelerates-cord-cuttin  more

Empire State Development Announces Grand Opening of Adirondack Health's New Lake Placid Health and Medical Fitness Center
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 7 -- New York Empire State Development issued the following news release: * * * - More than $22 Million Invested to Create State-of-the-Art Sports Medicine Center in Essex County * * * Empire State Development (ESD) today announced the grand opening of Adirondack Health's new, Lake Placid Health and Medical Fitness Center in Lake Placid, Essex County. The 41,000 square-foot state-of-the-art medical facility, complete with a three-lane lap pool, offers sports medicine a  more

Environmental Science and Forestry Represented at Bioeconomy Conference
NEW YORK, July 31 -- The State University of New York's College of Environmental Science and Forestry issued the following news release: * * * - Leadership, careers in bioeconomy take centerstage * * * The BIO World Congress 2019, a conference focusing on the greater bioeconomy, presented the perfect venue for the first meeting of Cohort 3 of the Consortium for Advanced Bioeconomy Leadership Education (CABLE). The SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry (ESF) was represented at C  more

ESPN's Anderson, Ley Among Inductees at Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame
BRISTOL, Connecticut, Aug. 7 -- ESPN, a sports media company, issued the following news release: Retired ESPN production executive Steve Anderson and the recently retired on-air host Bob Ley will be inducted into the Sports Broadcasting Hall of Fame, held annually in December in New York. Both joined ESPN in its first year (Ley in its first week) and it is impossible to overstate the impact each had, behind the scenes and on air, respectively. Anderson joined ESPN in its first year as a produc  more

Fashion Designer Sofia Sanchez De Betak, Luxury Collection Hotels & Resorts Unveil Capsule Collection Inspired by Arabian Desert
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- The Luxury Collection Hotels and Resorts, a subsidiary of Marriott International, issued the following news: The Luxury Collection, a unique ensemble of more than 110 iconic luxury hotels in more than 30 countries, and Sofia Sanchez de Betak, the New York-based art director and fashion consultant, announce the launch of an exclusive capsule collection inspired by Emirati art and culture. The items, ranging from an oryx inspired long robe to an Arabian safari jumpsuit, are av  more

FireEye Announces Participation in Upcoming Investor Conferences
MILPITAS, California, Aug. 8 -- FireEye, a security company, issued the following news release: FireEye, Inc. (NASDAQ: FEYE), the intelligence-led security company, today announced participation in upcoming investor conferences. * KeyBanc Capital Markets 21st Annual Technology Leadership Forum * Vail, CO * Presentation: Monday, August 12, 2019 at 10:30 a.m. MDT * Citi Global Technology Conference * New York, NY * Presentation: Wednesday, September 4, 2019 at 11:00 a.m. EDT * Deutsche 201  more

FlightSafety International Promotes Rick Madarasz to Treasurer and Chief Financial Director
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International announces that Rick Madarasz has been promoted to Treasurer and Chief Financial Director. "We look forward to Rick's contributions as Treasurer and Chief Financial Director," said Trish Lampe, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. "Rick is highly experienced in finance, has an in-depth understanding of FlightSafety's processes and systems, and is an effective leader. I look  more

Florida Gov. DeSantis Reappoints Stephen Swindal to the Tampa Port Authority
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 8 -- Gov. Ron DeSantis, R-Florida, issued the following news release: Today, Governor Ron DeSantis announced the reappointment of Stephen Swindal to the Tampa Port Authority. Stephen Swindal Swindal, of Tampa, is the owner of Marine Towing of Tampa. He is also the owner and founder of Pan American Sports Group LLC, a baseball academy in the Dominican Republic that trains prospective major league players. Swindal is the former CEO of Bay Transportation and worked w  more

Former Clarkson University Army ROTC Professor's Battalion Wins Three National Awards
POTSDAM, New York, Aug. 8 -- Clarkson University issued the following news: Former Clarkson University Army ROTC Professor of Military Science LTC. Michael Athanasakis's battalion was selected as the Army Aviation Unit of the Year by the Army Aviation Association of America (AAAA). They were chosen for the award out of more than 75 other Battalions. The 2nd Battalion, 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (Airborne) was responsible for "exceptional achievement in support of overseas conti  more

Fujifilm Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
VALHALLA, New York, Aug. 5 -- Fujifilm USA issued the following news: FUJIFILM North America Corporation is excited to announce the second quarter 2019 winners of the FUJIFILM Masterpiece Award for photographic excellence at the Professional Photographers of America (PPA) affiliate print image competitions. This award is administered by state and regional affiliates of the PPA exclusively for the members of these organizations in the United States, Canada and Mexico. The FUJIFILM Masterpiece A  more

GateHouse Announces Two Promotions to General Manager in Texas
PITTSFORD, New York, Aug. 8 -- GateHouse Media, a subsidiary of New Media Investment Group, issued the following announcement: Shoni Wiseman and Belinda Mills were recently named general managers at two of GateHouse's Texas locations, announced Southwest Regional Vice President Matt Guthrie. Wiseman was promoted to general manager and advertising director for the Lubbock Avalanche-Journal. Wiseman will be the point person in the local business community as well as the point of contact for the  more

GEICO Board Names Rinella VP for Florida Operations
CHEVY CHASE, Maryland, Aug. 8 -- GEICO, the Government Employees Insurance Co., a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, issued the following news release: The GEICO Board of Directors has promoted Angela Rinella to vice president of the company's regional operations in Lakeland, Florida. Since 2017, Rinella had been based at GEICO corporate headquarters in Chevy Chase, Maryland, where she served as vice president in charge of GEICO's claims operations. Rinella began her GEICO career in 2002 as a   more

George Green, Former President and CEO of Hearst Magazines International, Dead at 81
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Hearst issued the following news: George Green, former president and chief executive officer of Hearst Magazines International, died today at NYU Langone Medical Center in New York City from complications of pneumonia. He was 81. Green, whose service at Hearst spanned more than 35 years, retired in June of 2009 but retained an affiliation with the company as a consultant. Green joined Hearst Magazines in 1984 as executive vice president/group publishing director, initially  more

Georgetown Graduate Receives Diploma From Berkeley College
NEW YORK, Aug. 2 -- Berkeley College issued the following news release: Abel Bernard* of Georgetown in Georgetown County, SC, received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Health Services Management at the 2019 Berkeley College Commencement ceremony, held on May 10, 2019, at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The average age of the Berkeley College undergraduate receiving an award is 28 years. Just under 39 percent of the graduates entered Berkeley as first time, full-time students; and 84 pe  more

Global Well-Being Is Focus of Movement Led By State University of New York-Buffalo Psychiatrist
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 8 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: * * * - At the World Psychiatric Association Congress in Lisbon, international participants will meet to discuss the idea and how to promote it * * * At a time when electronic media can communicate societal upheaval and unrest around the world as it's happening, a group of leading international psychiatrists is calling for an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to global pu  more

Greenberg Traurig Grows Latin America Practice With Addition of Oscar Stephens in New York
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP continues to grow its dynamic Latin America Practice with the addition of Oscar Stephens as a Corporate Practice shareholder in the firm's New York City office. Stephens focuses his practice on Latin America, representing issuers, borrowers, underwriters, and lenders in capital markets and general financing transactions. A native of Chile, Stephens conducts business in bo  more

Greenberg Traurig Represents Blue Wolf Capital in Acquisition of RHA Health Services
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Blue Wolf Capital Partners, LLC in connection with its acquisition of RHA Health Services, a leading provider of community-based health services focused on individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, behavioral health needs, and substance use challenges. Founded in 2005, Blue Wolf is a New York-based private equity firm that invests in and g  more

Greenberg Traurig Represents Centre Partners in Its Sale of Stonewall Kitchen
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Working together from at least six offices and as many different practices, a team at global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented Centre Partners, a middle market private equity firm, in its sale of Stonewall Kitchen, a leading manufacturer of premium branded specialty food and gift products. Centre Partners, founded in 1986, has offices in New York and Los Angeles. It is known to focus on making contr  more

Greenberg Traurig: Mark Weprin Named to City & State's 'Queens Power 100' List
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: Mark S. Weprin, a Government Law & Policy shareholder in global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP's New York office has been named to City & State's "Queens Power 100" list. City & State's "Queens Power 100" list honors leaders from government, advocacy, academia, media, and business. Weprin will be recognized at a reception August 7 at The Bordone LIC in Long Island City, New York. Weprin represents clients i  more

Hamilton College: Art, U.S. History Combine in Nast Collection Internship
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 10 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Every day of her internship, Mary Bei Prince '20 connects with Thomas Nast, the nineteenth-century cartoonist who developed visual archetypes such as the Republican elephant, Democratic donkey, Uncle Sam, and Santa Claus. As the International Fine Print Dealers Association Foundation (IFPDA) intern at the Wellin Museum, Prince sorts through Nast's illustrations, delving into his background and the t  more

Hamilton College: DNA in 3D
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Teaching her intro to biology and intermediate genetics courses, Assistant Professor of Biology Natalie Nannas would find herself waving her hands a lot, and it wasn't to capture her students' attention. Both courses are based in DNA. "There are several processes that DNA do that really help get us from our genes to what we look like," Nannas says. "And it's hard to explain these processes to students  more

Hamilton College: Gibbons Speaks About Syzygies
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 7 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Associate Professor of Mathematics Courtney Gibbons gave a talk titled "Syzygy: When Submodules Align" (https://people.hamilton.edu/cgibbons/files/research/MathFest2019-Syzygies.pdf) at the commutative algebra invited paper session at MathFest 2019 that took place in Cincinnati from July 31 to Aug. 3. The term "syzygy" is borrowed from astronomy, where it refers to the alignment of celestial bodies. I  more

Hamilton College: MacDonald Reviews Where the Roads All End
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 7 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: A book review by Professor of Art History Scott MacDonald was recently published online by Documentary magazine, a publication of the International Documentary Association. MacDonald said Where the Roads All End: Photography and Anthropology in the Kalahari (https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780873654098) by Ilisa Barbash (Cambridge: Peabody Museum/Harvard University Press, 2017) documen  more

Hamilton College: MacDonald Reviews Where the Roads All End
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 8 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: A book review by Professor of Art History Scott MacDonald was recently published online by Documentary magazine, a publication of the International Documentary Association. MacDonald said Where the Roads All End: Photography and Anthropology in the Kalahari (https://www.hup.harvard.edu/catalog.php?isbn=9780873654098) by Ilisa Barbash (Cambridge: Peabody Museum/Harvard University Press, 2017) documen  more

Hamilton College: Reading the (Anthropological) Signs
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 9 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: When Abigail Henkel '21 walks through the streets of Philadelphia's Chinatown, she doesn't rush through the neighborhood with her friends in tow, searching for a bowl of ramen, as she used to do. Instead, she takes her time, taking pictures of signs on bakeries, cafes, and other shops to later analyze. Rather than view the community with the brusque recognition of a tourist, she examines Chinatown wi  more

Hamilton College: Ryczek '21 Spends Summer at Fritz-Haber Institute
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 8 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: Catherine Ryczek '21 spent her summer in Germany working with Assistant Professor of Physics Kristen Burson and a team of physicists from around the world at the Fritz-Haber Institute of the Max Planck Society in Berlin. During her internship, Ryczek collected and analyzed low energy electron diffraction (LEED) data, a process which enabled her and her fellow researchers to learn more about the structure of materials. She   more

HDC, Elected Officials Join Foxy Management to Celebrate Completion of Affordable Senior Housing
BRONX, New York, Aug. 5 -- The New York City Housing Development Corp. issued the following news release: * * * - 168 residential units were created on top of an existing building structure that will serve low-income and formerly homeless seniors * * * The New York City Department of Housing Preservation and Development (HPD), New York City Housing Development Corporation (HDC) and the New York City Housing Authority (NYCHA) today joined Foxy Management, Hebrew Home at Riverdale, Alembic Com  more

Health Department Teams Up With Providers to Improve Care for Patients With a History of Justice Involvement
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- The New York City Department of Health and Mental Hygiene issued the following news release: * * * - As New York City dramatically decreases jail population, arrests and stop-question-and-frisks, new data show that people with histories of justice system involvement reported higher rates of poor physical and mental health - More than 1 in 3 adult New Yorkers, or 2.4 million people, have experience with the justice system * * * The Health Department today announced a camp  more

Hogan Lovells Helps El Salvador Raise $U.S. 1.1 Billion in Bonds in Advantageous Market
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Hogan Lovells, a multinational law firm, issued the following news release: A team from global law firm Hogan Lovells represented Citigroup and Scotiabank as Joint Bookrunning Managers in the sale of US$1.097 billion of 30-year bonds by The Republic of El Salvador. The transaction, which closed today, carries a coupon of 7.1246 percent. The Hogan Lovells team representing Citigroup and Scotiabank was led by partner Evan Koster, and included partner Emil Arca, senior associ  more

Hogan Lovells Successfully Challenges Policy Limiting Asylum to Those Entering the United States Through Ports of Entry
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Hogan Lovells, a multinational law firm, issued the following news release: A federal court has ruled that refugees cannot be barred from seeking asylum because they entered the country between ports of entry. Hogan Lovells filed the pro bono lawsuit on behalf of individuals adversely affected by the policy, as well as the Capital Area Immigrants' Rights Coalition (CAIR Coalition) and Refugee and Immigrant Center for Education and Legal Services (RAICES). The case, S.M.S.R.  more

Holland & Knight Expands Corporate Practice in New York With Addition of Richard Smith
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Holland and Knight, a law firm, issued the following news release: Richard Smith has joined Holland & Knight's New York office as a partner in the firm's Corporate, M&A and Securities Practice Group. Mr. Smith's practice focuses on corporate transactions, mergers and acquisitions, private equity and capital markets. Previously, he was with Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough, where he was managing partner of the New York office. "Richard has a sophisticated practice and impr  more

IEC Electronics Issues Financials for 3rd Quarter of 2019
NEWARK, New York, Aug. 7 -- IEC Electronics, a provider of electronic manufacturing services, issued the following news release: IEC Electronics Corp. (NYSE American: IEC) today announced results for the fiscal 2019 third quarter and nine months ended June 28, 2019. IEC reported revenues of $40.3 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2019, an increase of 35.4% as compared to revenues of $29.8 million for the fiscal 2018 third quarter. Gross margin for the third quarter of fiscal 2019 was 13.  more

IHeartMedia: Ron Burgundy, the Greatest Podcast Host of All Time, Debuts Season Two of His Wildly Successful Show to the World
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: Legendary news/podcaster Ron Burgundy and iHeartRadio, the No. 1 commercial podcast publisher globally, today launched season two of arguably the best podcast ever, "The Ron Burgundy Podcast," as announced during his historic late-night show appearances Thursday evening. The premiere episode of season two will debut today with democratic presidential candidate Sen. Kamala Harris. "The Ron Burgundy Podcast" is an iHeartRadio Orig  more

IHeartRadio Launches First Kid-Hosted Podcast During Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: * * * - Produced by Hispanic Radio Legend Enrique Santos and Hosted by Kid Entrepreneurs Brandon Martinez and Sebastian Martinez, The "Are You Kidding Podcast" Will Feature On Air and TV Personalities John Leguizamo, Enrique Santos, Bobby Bones, Elvis Duran and Others * * * iHeartMedia, the No. 1 commercial podcast publisher globally according to Podtrac, has teamed up with South Florida based charity sock company, Are You Ki  more

Iona College Now Offers Expedited, Affordable Master's Degree in Adolescent Education
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, Aug. 7 -- Iona College issued the following news: * * * - Revamped Program Can Save a Student $9-12k To Help Lighten Student Debt Burden * * * According to the American Federation of Teachers, student debt is currently running over $1.5 trillion for more than 45 million students. That, coupled with an anticipated teacher shortage during the next decade, has driven Iona College to come up with a unique solution. It has revamped its Master of Science in Teaching (MST) p  more

J. C. Penney Company, Inc. Addresses New York Stock Exchange Listing Standards
PLANO, Texas, Aug. 8 -- J.C. Penney, an apparel and home furnishings retailer, issued the following news release: J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE: JCP) announced today that it received notification from the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) on Aug. 6, 2019, that the Company is no longer in compliance with NYSE continued listing criteria, which require listed companies to maintain an average closing share price of at least $1.00 over a consecutive 30 trading-day period. In accordance with NYSE ru  more

Kansas Democratic Party Weekly Rundown #21
TOPEKA, Kansas, Aug. 9 -- The Kansas Democratic Party issued the following news release: Welcome to the KDP Weekly Rundown - the Kansas Democratic Party's update of the biggest things going on in the state party and the state government. What are we focused on this week? Demofest, Medicaid and more! DEMOFEST What's happening? Demofest starts today! Our keynote speaker is New York Congresswoman and Democratic National Committee Vice Chair Grace Meng. You can find details and view the schedule  more

Lockard & Wechsler and Nielsen Announce Multi-year Agreement For Local T.V. With Nielsen as Service of Choice
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) and Lockard & Wechsler today announced that they have reached a multi-year agreement with Nielsen as its service of choice for local TV measurement in all markets. Lockard & Wechsler, based in Irvington, N.Y., is a full service direct response marketing agency offering services such as media planning, buying and analytics. The agency is a long-time subscriber to Nielsen Na  more

Long Island Rail Road to Continue Switch Replacement East of Syosset August 10-11 and 17-18
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- The Long Island Rail Road, a sub-agency of New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority issued the following news release: * * * - Port Jefferson Branch Service Changes Will Be in Effect * * * MTA Long Island Rail Road today announced that crews will complete the replacement of the switches east of Syosset over the weekends of August 10-11 and 17-18. These devices allow the railroad to safely switch trains from one track to another between Huntington and Hicksvill  more

Louisiana State University Law Library Selected as Government Printing Office Preservation Site
WASHINGTON, Aug. 7 -- The Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center issued the following news: * * * - LSU Law Library Signs Preservation Steward Agreements with the GPO * * * The LSU Law Center, Georgia Southern University Libraries, Syracuse University Libraries (New York), and Lether E. Frazar Memorial Library (Lake Charles , LA) have signed a Memorandum of Agreement with the U.S. Government Publishing Office (GPO) to become Preservation Stewards. Under the agreement, the LSU L  more

Mastercard Advances Its Leadership Position as a Multi-Rail Payments Company With the Acquisition of Nets' Account-to-Account Payment Business
PURCHASE, New York, Aug. 6 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: Mastercard (NYSE: MA) today announced it has entered into an agreement to acquire the majority of the Corporate Services businesses of Nets, a leading European PayTech company, for Euros2.85 billion (approximately US$3.19 billion). The acquisition comprises the clearing and instant payment services, and e-billing solutions of Nets' Corporate Services business. The addition of Nets technology and teams strengthens Maste  more

Mastercard Furthers Resources for Small Business Owners With Salesforce Essentials
PURCHASE, New York, Aug. 5 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: * * * - Company builds upon its small business value proposition to offer the #1 CRM for small businesses from Salesforce * * * Small businesses are often powered by passionate teams behind the scenes, and in today's digital world, having savvy technology resources can help them achieve their goals. Salesforce joins Intuit in the U.S. Mastercard small business program, as additional world-class partners delivering cr  more

Matthew Tedesco Named Director of Business Development at SRC
SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 7 -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, issued the following news release: SRC, Inc., is pleased to welcome Matthew Tedesco as the newly hired director of business development for Army programs. In his new role, Tedesco will be responsible for maintaining SRC's strong relationship with the U.S. Army as well as for identifying and developing new business opportunities in support of Army programs. Tedesco is a 28-yea  more

Mayor De Blasio Announces Nearly $9 Million in Funding to Support Brownsville Following Mass Shooting
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - Funding will support youth, health, and anti-violence services in the community * * * Mayor de Blasio, City Council Speaker Johnson and Council Members Barron and Ampry-Samuel announced nearly $9 million in new funding in support of the Brownsville community Tuesday, following the mass shooting on July 27 that resulted in 11 injuries and one fatality during the annual Old Timers Day community event.   more

Mayor De Blasio Puts Into Effect For-Hire Vehicle Cruising Cap and Extends License Cap
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: Mayor Bill de Blasio yesterday took steps to quickly put into effect a historic set of Taxi and Limousine Commission regulations that will combat congestion in Manhattan by requiring high-volume for-hire vehicle app companies to more efficiently manage their fleets. These rules will preserve a valuable service for New Yorkers while providing better balance between for-hire services and other road users. The new  more

Mercy College: Dean Toglia Receives Fellowship to Lecture in South Africa, Conducts Lecture for Occupational Therapists in Region
DOBBS FERRY, New York, July 30 -- Mercy College issued the following news release: Earlier this summer, Dr. Joan Toglia, Dean of the School of Health and Natural Sciences, conducted a two-day lecture in South Africa for approximately 75 occupational therapists. Invited by the Department of Occupational Therapy at the University of the Witwatersrand in Johannesburg, Toglia lectured on executive functioning across the life span to educate medical professionals in the region. Toglia was awarded f  more

Mohawk Valley Community College Receives Federal Grant to Develop Training Program for Emerging Manufacturing Sector
UTICA, New York, Aug. 9 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Mohawk Valley Community College issued the following news: Mohawk Valley Community College has received $599,943 in federal funding by the National Science Foundation (NSF) to develop Remote Lab-Sharing Models for Additive Manufacturing Skills Training to address the need for a skilled technician workforce in the emerging additive manufacturing sector. "This funding will allow us to provide remote entry to our extensive 3D printing equipment thus  more

Morgan Lewis Named Among 'Power Elite' for Strongest Client Relationships
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Morgan Lewis, a law firm, issued the following news release: BTI Consulting Group has recognized Morgan Lewis as a "Power Elite" law firm in its 2019 Industry Power Rankings report. The report considers all aspects of the client-law firm relationship, including the likelihood the client will recommend the firm to others. The ranking places Morgan Lewis as sixth, alongside global firms Latham & Watkins, Jones Day, and Skadden in the top 10. "For us, providing exceptional cl  more

N.J. Assembly Democrats Houghtaling, Downey, Johnson Measure to Ban Law Enforcement-Style Badges for Certain Officials Now Law
TRENTON, New Jersey, Aug. 9 -- The New Jersey Assembly Democrats issued the following news: With the goal to prevent non-law enforcement officials from using police-style badges to garner favor, legislation sponsored by Assembly Democrats Eric Houghtaling, Joann Downey and Gordon Johnson was signed into law Friday by Governor Phil Murphy. The new law (A-4389) prohibits the New Jersey Transit Corporation from issuing a law enforcement badge or a badge that could be mistaken as such to any membe  more

N.Y. A.G. James Issues Statement on Mass Shootings in Dayton, El Paso
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 4 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement regarding the mass shootings in El Paso, Texas, and Dayton, Ohio, resulting in the deaths of at least 29 individuals: "In just twenty-four hours, two more communities were brought to its knees, mourning the tragic loss of at least 29 individuals taken far too soon because of gun violence. "It is heartbreaking, and it is completely confounding how nothing changes. "We have an epidemic of gun vi  more

N.Y. A.G. James Joins 38 State Coalition Urging Congress to Remove Federal Barriers to Treat Opioid Use Disorder
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: Attorney General Letitia James, along with a coalition of 38 states, today sent a letter to Congress urging them to remove federal barriers that are currently preventing health care providers from offering treatment for opioid use disorder. In a letter sent to Congressional leadership, the bipartisan coalition calls for the passage of legislation to: eliminate burdensome requirements that prohibit doc  more

N.Y. Comptroller Stringer Announces Debt Policy for TFA Future Tax Secured Bond Issuance
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following news release: The City of New York (the "City") announced today the release of a written debt policy for General Obligation ("GO") and New York City Transitional Finance Authority ("TFA") Future Tax Secured bond issuances. Under State law and the City Charter, the City Comptroller (through the Bureau of Public Finance) and the Mayor (through the Office of Management and Budget or "OMB") are jointly responsible  more

N.Y. Comptroller: New York City Budget Balanced But Economic Risks Have Grown
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 7 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York City ended fiscal year (FY) 2019 with a surplus of $4.2 billion, according to a report released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. The surplus was generated by higher than expected revenues, especially tax collections, the city's savings program and unneeded reserves in that year. "New York City's economy continues to expand, but the risk of an economic setback shou  more

N.Y. Department of Taxation: Rochester Business Owner Accused of Forging Invoices
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance issued the following news release: The New York State Department of Taxation and Finance today announced felony charges against Virginia Reed, owner of PC Innovations, Inc. She's accused of failing to pay more than $96,000 in sales tax collected from her customers and falsifying business records. "Businesses that disregard their tax obligations deprive the communities where they operate of revenue for vital servi  more

N.Y. Empire State Development Announces Z-Axis Will Upgrade Ontario County Facility
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- New York Empire State Development issued the following news release: Empire State Development (ESD) today announced electronics design and contract manufacturer Z-Axis is again updating its facility in the Village of Phelps in Ontario County to better serve its customers. The project will include the installation of upgraded equipment and additional surface mount technology (SMT) lines. As a result of the latest upgrades, the successful high-tech business plans to cr  more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Shootings in Dayton, El Paso
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 4 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the shootings in Dayton, Ohio, and El Paso, Texas: "Our country is under attack from within, and continuing to ignore what is happening around us will only lead to more bloodshed and more tragedy -- all of it preventable." "On behalf of all New Yorkers, I'm sorry you live in a country with a Federal Government that allows this to happen and does nothing." "In the last 24 hours, this nation witnessed   more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Issues Statement on IDNYC
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following statement on New York State Supreme Court decision on IDNYC: "If you live here, you're a New Yorker - period. That's what IDNYC is all about. "For years, we have fought to protect the sanctity of our program and maintain the trust we have built with our immigrant brothers and sisters. "Finally, the courts have spoken and our message has been ratified: diversity is not only celebrated in New York City, it's protected. "IDN  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Involving Brooklyn Union Gas
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case No. 19-G-0309) involving Brooklyn Union Gas: CASE 19-G-0309 - Proceeding on Motion of the Commission as to the Rates, Charges, Rules and Regulations of The Brooklyn Union Gas Company d/b/a National Grid NY for Gas Service. NOTICE ANNOUNCING ADDITIONAL INFORMATION FORUM AND PUBLIC STATEMENT HEARING (Issued August 8, 2019) On July 10, 2019, Notice Soliciting Comments and Announcing Inform  more

N.Y. PSC Issues Order Involving Orange and Rockland Utilities
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following order (No. 19-E-0506) involving Orange and Rockland Utilities: CASE 19-E-0506 - Petition of Orange and Rockland Utilities, Inc. for Authority, Pursuant to Public Service Law Section 70, to Transfer Street Lighting Facilities to the Village of South Nyack. ORDER REQUIRING FURTHER REVIEW OF PROPERTY TRANSFER (Issued and Effective August 8, 2019) BY THE COMMISSION: INTRODUCTION On May 10, 2019, Orang  more

N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Environmental Conservation Police Officer Highlights
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 7 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: * * * - ECO Actions for Late July * * * New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Environmental Conservation Police Officers (ECOs) enforce the 71 Chapters of NY Environmental Conservation Law (ECL), protecting fish and wildlife and preserving environmental quality across New York. In 2018, the 288 ECOs across the state responded to 21,668 calls and   more

N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Statewide Forest Ranger Actions for 7/29 - 8/4/19
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- The New York State Department of Environmental Conservation issued the following news release: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) Forest Rangers respond to search and rescue incidents statewide. Working with other state agencies, local emergency response organizations, and volunteer search and rescue groups, Forest Rangers locate and extract lost, injured, or distressed people from the backcountry. In 2018, DEC Forest Rangers conducted 346  more

Neota Logic Is Attending ILTACON 2019
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Neota Logic, a producer of an artificial intelligence software platform, issued the following news: Neota Logic, creators of the world's leading AI automation platform for professional services, is pleased to announce we will be attending ILTACON between the 17th - 22nd August 2019. Neota is an award-winning no-code AI automation platform, providing professionals with a wide range of easy-to-use tools to rapidly build applications that automate any aspect of their services.  more

New Morgan Stanley Investor Pulse Poll Finds Clients See the Benefits of Digital Technology as Cyber Concerns Persist
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release: The latest Morgan Stanley Investor Pulse Poll finds that high net worth (HNW) investors are increasingly attracted to digital technology while at the same time concerned about cybersecurity. The poll results illustrate the communications challenge for financial institutions to convey the message that, despite the fears of cyber threats, advanced computer-based platforms can p  more

New Paltz Rises to #3 in State University of New York System on Kiplinger's 'Best College Values' List
NEW PALTZ, New York, Aug. 2 -- The State University of New York's New Paltz Campus issued the following news release: SUNY New Paltz jumped more than 65 places in the 2019 edition of the Kiplinger's Personal Finance "Best College Values" list, coming in at number 35 among U.S. public colleges and number 173 among all U.S. colleges and universities. New Paltz's rise into the top 200 of the Kiplinger's nationwide list places it third among all SUNY colleges and universities. Since Kiplinger's b  more

New School: New Retirement Podcast Interviews People About Trying to Save in a System That Only Works for the Privileged Few
NEW YORK, July 30 -- The New School issued the following news release: * * * - "Reset Retirement" Podcast Hears from Real People to Dispel Shame and Isolation and to Demand Change * * * The New School's Retirement Equity Lab (ReLab) today launches a new podcast, Reset Retirement, that offers something new in the universe of retirement podcasts: people's real stories. Host Teresa Ghilarducci, a prominent labor economist and professor at The New School, talks to people of all ages - millennia  more

New York A.G. James Sues Trump Administration Over Toxic Pesticides in Food
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - AG James Leads Coalition Suing EPA Over Chlorpyrifos Not Determined Safe for Consumption * * * Attorney General Letitia James, leading a coalition of six State Attorneys General, today filed a lawsuit against the Trump Administrations Enviornmental Protection Agency (EPA) for continuing to allow chlorpyrifos , a widely used pesticide with well-documented harms to infants' and children's n  more

New York Attorney General James Holds Lender Responsible For Ripping Off Student Borrowers
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - Equitable Will Stop Collecting Debt from New York Students * * * Attorney General Letitia James today held financing company Equitable Acceptance Corporation responsible for violating consumer protection laws and the unlawful financing of student loan debt relief services. "Higher education is supposed to be a gateway to prosperity, not a trapdoor to financial ruin," said Attorney General   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces New Efforts to Combat Gang Violence in Nassau County
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced new efforts and state resources to combat the recent gang violence impacting the Village of Hempstead on Long Island. The plans include a comprehensive, multi-agency effort to reduce gang violence, expand inter-agency collaboration and develop policing strategies to enhance public safety. "The situation here is not unique but it is unacceptable: it's guns in th  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Plans to Create the Marylou Whitney Pavilion at Saratoga Race Course
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 3 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Pavilion to Honor Marylou Whitney, Prolific Philanthropist and Racehorse Owner and Breeder Known for Her Support of Backstretch Workers - Declares August 3 Marylou Whitney Day in New York * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced plans for the creation of the Marylou Whitney Pavilion at the Saratoga Race Course to honor the late prolific philanthropist and racehorse owner and breeder.   more

New York Gov. Cuomo Announces Search for Architects and Artists to Develop Hurricane Maria Memorial
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Memorial Honors the Victims of Hurricane Maria and Celebrates the Resilience of the Puerto Rican Community - Design Proposals Can Be Submitted Here (https://www.ny.gov/hurricane-maria-memorial-commission/hurricane-maria-memorial-competition#how-to-submit) * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today announced the New York State Hurricane Maria Memorial Commission has begun its search for the archit  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement on Shooting in El Paso
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 3 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement on the shooting in El Paso: "My heart breaks for the victims of the horrific shooting in El Paso earlier today. "While President Trump cowardly kowtows to the NRA, the gun violence epidemic is tearing apart our nation and people are dying. "Thoughts and prayers will not stop this madness. In New York, we stand up to the NRA. We stand up for the safety of children. We stand up for sanity. "It's past t  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Launches Second Year of Largest Artificial Reef Expansion in New York State History
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 3 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today launched the second year of the largest artificial reef expansion in New York State history, as part the State's ongoing initiative to develop a stronger, more diverse marine ecosystem and provide shelter for fish and other marine life off New York's shore. The Governor today deployed recycled materials at Fire Island Reef from the Staten Island Expressway, Kew Gardens an  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Brianna's Law to Strengthen Boater Safety
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation (S.5685/A.4853.A) - or Brianna's Law - to phase in requirements that all operators of motorized watercraft must complete a state-approved boating safety course. Brianna's Law is named after Brianna Lieneck, an 11-year-old Long Island girl who was killed in a 2005 boating accident. The Governor also directed State Parks to launch a boating safety promoti  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Legislation Authorizing Stop-Arm Cameras on School Buses to Ensure Student Safety
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo today signed legislation (S.4524B/A.4950B) authorizing school districts to install stop-arm cameras on school buses in order to catch drivers who unlawfully pass a stopped school bus and ensure the safety of New York's students. This measure was a key component of Governor Cuomo's Justice Agenda. "No parent should ever have to worry that their child's bus ride to and from scho  more

New York Gov. Cuomo Signs Legislation Prohibiting Undetectable Knives
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Prohibits the Manufacture, Transport, Shipment, and Possession of Knives and Such Weapons That Are Undetectable by a Metal Detector - Governor Cuomo: "Undetectable knives are meant to be used by trained members of our police and military forces for covert operations -- not regular civilians attempting to sneak weapons past metal detectors. By signing this measure into law, we will keep these   more

New York Institute of Technology: Professor Wins $750K NSF Grant to Create Research Network
NEW YORK, July 31 -- The New York Institute of Technology issued the following news release: New York Institute of Technology (NYIT) will use a $747,000 grant from the U.S. National Science Foundation (NSF) to establish a research coordination network (RCN) that will study various aspects of the food, energy, and water (FEW) nexus for sustainable and resilient urban development. The project, led by Principal Investigator (PI) Ziqian (Cecilia) Dong, Ph.D. of NYIT, will allow researchers at NYIT   more

New York Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript at New York State Financial Control Board Annual Meeting
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript: Mayor Bill de Blasio: Thank you very much. I want to thank our Acting Chair, State Budget Director Robert Mujica, for the introduction and for the sixth year in a row I want to thank the members of this board for the work you do on behalf of our City and our State. I want to acknowledge two partners whose work is indispensable in everything we do, Comptroller of the State Tom DiNapoli, Comptroller of the City Sco  more

New York Power Authority Awards $93 Million On-Call Construction Contracts to Advance Digital Communications Infrastructure
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: * * * - NYPA Trustees Approve Contract to Bolster Reliability and Efficiency of the New York State Energy Grid * * * The New York Power Authority Board of Trustees approved last month the award of on-call construction contracts, totaling $93 million, to four firms for the installation of new digital communication systems on NYPA transmission lines, improving the efficiency and reliability   more

New York Power Authority Releases Report on Learning From European Wind Projects That Will Help Guide U.S. Offshore Wind Development
WHITE PLAINS, New York, Aug. 7 -- The New York State Power Authority issued the following news release: * * * - Key Takeaways on Power Transmission, Grid Connection Strategies to Enable New York State to Pursue Optimal, Most Cost-Effective Clean Energy Projects - New York State Procurements to Advance Governor Cuomo's Green New Deal Agenda Calling for 9 GW of Offshore Wind by 2035, 70 Percent of Electricity Production from Renewable Energy by 2030 * * * The New York Power Authority (NYPA)   more

New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie Continues Annual Statewide Tour in Mohawk Valley & Schenectady
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie today continued his annual statewide tour with stops in Utica with Assemblymember Marianne Buttenschon and Schenectady with Assemblymember Angelo Santabarbara. "One of the best parts of my statewide tour is being able to see all the great and unique things that are going on in every region of our state," Speaker Heastie said. "Today's stops gave me a chance to see a bit of everything  more

New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie Continues Statewide Tour in Troy With Assemblymember McDonald
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 9 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie today continued his annual statewide tour in Troy, accompanied by Assemblymember John T. McDonald III. They were joined by Troy Mayor Patrick Madden as they visited local businesses and One Monument Square. "During session, I spend a lot of time in Albany, but the tour gives me the opportunity to really appreciate some of the Capital District's local gems," Speaker Heastie said. "It   more

New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie Issues Statement on Gun Laws
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 7 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following statement by Speaker Carl E. Heastie on gun laws: "In New York I am proud that the Assembly Majority has led the fight for stricter gun laws that are proven to make our communities safer. The horrific events over the last weekend in El Paso and Dayton, and all the other mass shootings that have become too common in our country, underscore the need for urgent action in Washington. "We must do everything we can to prev  more

New York State Assembly Speaker Heastie Joins Assemblymember Woerner in Saratoga County
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 7 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Assembly Speaker Carl Heastie today joined Assemblymember Carrie Woerner in Mechanicville as part of his fourth annual statewide tour. The pair visited the Mechanicville Area Community Service Center (MACSC). "This tour affords me the opportunity to meet people from across the state that do so much to keep our communities healthy and vibrant," said Speaker Heastie. "MACSC is doing important work to addre  more

New York State Financial Services Department Announces 2020 Premium Rates
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release: * * * - Lowers Overall Requested Rates for Individuals and Small Businesses to Protect Consumers and Fuel a Competitive Health Insurance Marketplace * * * Financial Services Superintendent Linda A. Lacewell announced today that, despite continued federal attacks on the Affordable Care Act (ACA), the Department of Financial Services (DFS) is steadfastly protecting consumers by reducing h  more

New York State Office of Mental Health Adopts New Regulations to Expand and Improve Crisis Management Services Statewide
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 6 -- The New York State Office of Mental Health issued the following news release: * * * - Regulatory Amendments Allow New York to Create and License Crisis Residences; Improves Crisis Care Coordination and Integrates into Medicaid Managed Care * * * The New York State Office of Mental Health (OMH) today announced the adoption of regulatory amendments that will allow for an expansion of the state's crisis response system while emphasizing person-centered recovery and r  more

New York State PSC Approves Street Lighting Sale to the City of Oneonta
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - More Than 1,000 Street Lights Being Sold for Nearly $438,000 to Enable Installation of More Energy-Efficient and Affordable Lighting - LED Street Lighting 65 Percent More Efficient Than Traditional Lights * * * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission), as part of its continuing work to reduce municipal energy consumption across the State, approved the sale of   more

New York State PSC Continues Expansion of State's Cable TV Services
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - New Cable Franchises Will Provide Competition and Choice in Four Upstate Communities - Supports Governor Cuomo's Vision for Universally Available Broadband * * * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today approved cable franchise agreements for the Towns of Austerlitz and Ancram (Columbia County), the Village of Dresden (Yates County) and the Village of Si  more

New York State PSC Initiates Review of New York's Resource Adequacy Programs
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - New Proceeding Will Explore Options to Align Clean Energy Goals with Capacity Programs * * * The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) commenced a review today to examine the alignment of resource adequacy programs, the State's renewable energy and emission reduction goals and the Commission's duty to assure safe an adequate service at just and reasonable rates.  more

New York State PSC: Improvement Plan Underway for Frontier Communications
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following news release: * * * - Western New York Telephone Company Needs to Improve Reliability, Customer Service * * * ALBANY -- The New York State Public Service Commission (Commission) today received a report from staff indicating that several Frontier Communications subsidiaries have significant service quality problems, including escalating complaint rates, lengthy repair durations, and localized network  more

Newmark Knight Frank Brokers the $18 Million Sale of the Bijou Building in Downtown Hermosa Beach, CA
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release: Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) announced today it has brokered the $18 million sale of The Bijou Building, a 23,172-square-foot, three-story mixed use office/retail building located in downtown Hermosa Beach, CA. The seller, Federal Realty Investment Trust, was represented by Co-Head of U.S. Capital Markets Kevin Shannon, Ken White, Rob Hannan, Laura Stumm, Sean Fulp, Ryan Plummer and Brad Feld  more

Newmark Knight Frank Completes Sale of 69,100-Square-Foot Industrial Warehouse in Medley, Florida for $9.75 Million
NEW YORK, Aug. 5 -- Newmark Knight Frank, a division of BGC Partners, issued the following news release: * * * - Sale coincides with record demand for industrial product in South Florida * * * Newmark Knight Frank (NKF) announced today it completed the sale of a 69,100-square-foot freestanding industrial warehouse in Medley, Florida for $9.75 million. BRW Floors, Inc., a high-end hardwood flooring distribution business, sold the building to Black Creek Group, a Denver based real estate inves  more

News Corp. Issues Financials for 4th Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- News Corp., a diversified media and information services company, issued the following news release: News Corporation ("News Corp" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: NWS, NWSA; ASX: NWS, NWSLV) today reported financial results for the three months and fiscal year ended June 30, 2019. Commenting on the results, Chief Executive Robert Thomson said: "News Corp completed Fiscal 2019 robustly, with revenues rising 12 percent and profitability 16 percent higher compared to the prior yea  more

Newton Graduate Receives Diploma From Berkeley College
NEW YORK, Aug. 1 -- Berkeley College issued the following news release: Shenella Pickar* of Newton in Catawba County, NC, received an Associate in Applied Science in Business Administration - Management at the 2019 Berkeley College Commencement ceremony, held on May 10, 2019, at Prudential Center in Newark, NJ. The average age of the Berkeley College undergraduate receiving an award is 28 years. Just under 39 percent of the graduates entered Berkeley as first time, full-time students; and 84 pe  more

NewYork-Presbyterian Leaders Named to Crain's 2019 List of Notable Women in Health Care
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release, dated August 5: Eight NewYork-Presbyterian leaders have been named to the Crain's New York Business 2019 list of "Notable Women in Health Care," the publication's annual list recognizing healthcare executives, researchers and clinicians who have profoundly impacted New York City through their professional, civic and philanthropic achievements. "We are proud that Crain's has recognized these exceptional leaders  more

Nielsen and Backyard Broadcasting PA LLC Announce Multi-Year Comprehensive Agreement for Audio Ratings Service
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) and Backyard Broadcasting PA LLC has reached a multi-year agreement for Nielsen audio measurement. This agreement encompasses all of Nielsen's local syndicated products and services available to mid-market radio broadcasters. Backyard Broadcasting PA LLC is based in Williamsport, Pa. The company owns radio stations WILQ-FM, WLMY-FM, WWPA-AM, W267BJ, Williamsport; WZXR-FM,   more

NY State Comptroller DiNapoli Appoints Anastasia Titarchuk Chief Investment Officer of the New York State Common Retirement Fund
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced his appointment of Anastasia Titarchuk as chief investment officer of the New York State Common Retirement Fund. Titarchuk has served as the Fund's interim CIO since July 2018. "Anastasia Titarchuk's leadership and talents as a skilled investor are reflected in the success of our state's pension fund," DiNapoli said. "She joi  more

NY State Comptroller DiNapoli: Metropolitan Transportation Authority's Subway Station Repair List Is Growing
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 9 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * - Some Improvements Noted; Two Thirds of Platform Edges Need Work * * * The overall number of repairs needed in New York City's subway stations has increased, leaving fewer stations in good condition as the system has deteriorated faster than the pace of repairs, according to an analysis of MTA data by New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Years of underfunding for th  more

NY State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli: Health Department Needs to Step-Up Oversight of Lead Poisoning Prevention Program
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 8 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: * * * - Follow-up Care for Children with Lead Exposure Lacking * * * The state Department of Health (DOH) needs to improve its monitoring of New York's Lead Poisoning Prevention Program on the local level to ensure children with elevated blood lead levels are receiving required services, according to an audit released today by State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli. "Lead poisoning pos  more

NYC Police Department: Year-to-Date Crime Down in Every Major Category in NYC
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- The New York City Police Department issued the following news release: * * * - NYPD Focused on Addressing Crime Upticks in Month of July NYPD, City Officials Prepare to Host "National Night Out Against Crime" Events Citywide Tonight * * * The NYPD announced today that year-to-date index crime is down by more than 2,000 complaints, or about -4.0%, and there are year-to-date declines in every major crime category. While year-to-date index crime is down, total index crime fo  more

Oneida Indian Nation: Visit the Six Nations Agricultural Society Indian Village at the New York State Fair
ONEIDA, New York, Aug. 8 -- The Oneida Indian Nation, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news: The start of the 2019 edition of the New York State Fair is just days away, running Wednesday, August 21st through Labor Day on Monday, September 2nd. The Six Nations Agricultural Society Indian Village at the New York State Fair is one of the true landmarks and highlights of the annual 13-day summer event at the State Fair Grounds in Syracuse, NY. Located near Gates 4  more

Our 'Belief in the Potential of Every Student' Earns Adelphi University National Award for Mentoring
GARDEN CITY, New York, Aug. 6 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: In 2014, Adelphi faced a troubling issue: the low retention rate of students of color. Many of these students were the first in their family to attend college. Many felt marginalized and that they had little connection to life on campus. Adelphi realized that it needed to provide better support for these students. That year, it launched a novel mentoring program matching students with faculty or staff members on a o  more

Paychex Again Ranks as Industry's Largest Provider of 401 Recordkeeping Plans
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 6 -- Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, human resources, retirement and insurance services, issued the following news release: For the ninth consecutive year, Paychex, Inc., one of the nation's leading providers in 401(k) recordkeeping services, has earned the distinction of being the retirement industry's leader in total number of defined contribution plans, serving 84,000 plans, more than any other provider in the retire  more

Paychex Featured on Selling Power's '50 Best Companies to Sell For' List in 2019
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 7 -- Paychex, a provider of integrated human capital management solutions for payroll, human resources, retirement and insurance services, issued the following news release: Paychex, Inc. has ranked on the Selling Power 50 Best Companies to Sell For list. Each year, the corporate research team at Selling Power magazine assembles and publishes its list of the 50 Best Companies to Sell For. This is the 19th consecutive year the list has appeared in the magazine, and the   more

Pillsbury Guides Largest U.S. High-Yield Bond Deal Since 2016
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: NEW YORK/WASHINGTON, DC - Pillsbury advised Sinclair Broadcast Group, Inc., one of the largest and most diversified television broadcasting companies in the country, in connection with the Rule 144A/Reg S offering of $3,050,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 5.375% Senior Secured Notes due 2026 and $1,825,000,000 aggregate principal amount of 6.625% Senior Notes due 2027 by Sinclair's subsidia  more

Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman: Solera Can Press Bid For $39 Million Insurance Coverage
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: Ruling on an issue of national first impression, a Delaware judge held that an appraisal action is a covered securities claim under a directors and officers insurance policy, allowing Pillsbury client Solera Holdings Inc. to continue pursuing $39 million in coverage for costs it incurred in a stockholders' challenge to its buyout by Vista Equity Partners LP. According to Law360, Delaware Superio  more

Ravven Reviews Spinoza's Challenge to Jewish Thought
CLINTON, New York, Aug. 9 [TNSsociologyresearch] -- Hamilton College issued the following news: A book review by Heidi Ravven, the Bates and Benjamin Professor of Classical and Religious Studies, was recently published on H-Net: Humanities and Social Sciences Online (https://www.h-net.org/reviews/showrev.php?id=53911). She reviewed Spinoza's Challenge to Jewish Thought: Writings on His Life, Philosophy, and Legacy. Edited by Daniel Schwartz of George Washington University, the book is part of   more

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute: Improved Imaging Technique Could Increase Chances of Prostate Cancer Survival
TROY, New York, Aug. 9 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - Grant will enable imaging advances to improve diagnosis of prostate cancer * * * According to the American Cancer Society, approximately one in nine men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime. It's both the second most common cancer and second most common cause of cancer death in American men. Early detection is critical and can increase a man's chances of surv  more

ResponsiveEd: Greg Ellis, Byron Williams and Other Former NFL Stars Train With Youth Athletes at Lewisville Football Camp
LEWISVILLE, Texas, Aug. 9 -- ResponsiveEd issued the following news release, dated on Aug. 6: Rains tried to wash out the All-Pro Football Camp on Saturday, August, 3 but more than 50 middle and high schoolers, came out despite the conditions to train with former Dallas Cowboy Greg Ellis, former New York Giant Byron Williams, and other NFL greats for the day. iSchool (SM) of Lewisville, a ResponsiveEd(R) school, proved to be a more than adequate venue as the indoor gym was utilized for agility  more

Ricardo John Returns to FCB Brasil as CEO & CCO
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- FCB issued the following news release: FCB Brasil today announced that FCB veteran Ricardo John will take on the dual role of chief executive officer and chief creative officer at the agency, beginning September 9. John succeeds current CEO Aurelio Lopes, who remains with FCB as chairman of Brasil and Latin America, and former CCO Joanna Monteiro, who has moved on to lead special creative projects for FCB's global network. John joins FCB Brasil from J. Walter Thompson Bras  more

Rochester Institute of Technology Awarded NSF Funding to Conceptualize Quantum Photonic Institute
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 8 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - RIT will develop plan for open-access Quantum Foundry for quantum photonic circuits * * * The National Science Foundation awarded Rochester Institute of Technology a grant to conceptualize a new institute that would be at the forefront of quantum science and technology. RIT received $150,000 in funding from the NSF's Quantum Leap Challenge Institutes program to cre  more

Rochester Institute of Technology Expands Genomics Research
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 7 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Students in Professor Andre Hudson's genomics course last fall conducted a semester-long study about antibiotic-resistant bacteria found on the screens of smartphones. With touchscreen devices now ubiquitous in society, they aimed to evaluate potential public risks the devices pose for harboring and transmitting pathogenic bacteria that are resistant to antibiotics. Their f  more

Rochester Institute of Technology Undergraduates Share Cutting-Edge Research at Annual Summer Symposium
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 7 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - Event is a testament to commitment to high-level student-centered research * * * RIT student Filip Jander is thrilled by the opportunity to conduct his own research in machine-learning and is optimistic that one day his work will find its way to industry to help predict worker fatigue and prevent debilitating and costly injuries. His project, "Fatigue Analysis of Athletes," was among m  more

Rochester Institute of Technology/NTID Hosts Conference on Literary, Artistic Works About Deaf Experiences, Nov. 6-9
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 6 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: * * * - International conference features performances and panel discussions * * * Scholars, students, deaf cultural studies and sign language teachers, artists, playwrights, filmmakers, poets, writers and historians will make their way to Rochester Institute of Technology's National Technical Institute for the Deaf Nov. 6-9 for an international conference focusing on examining literary and ar  more

Rochester Institute of Technology: Global Cybersecurity Institute to Open in 2020
ROCHESTER, New York, Aug. 6 -- Rochester Institute of Technology issued the following news release: Cybersecurity has no borders. Attackers don't care if their targets are in another state or use a different currency. Cybercrime is costing the world trillions of dollars, and analysts say that there aren't enough qualified professionals to prevent those attacks. To address this problem, RIT is creating the Global Cybersecurity Institute (GCI), aimed at meeting the demand for computing securit  more

Rutgers University: Dramatic Increase in Whales in NJ/NYC Raises Safety Concerns
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Aug. 9 [TNSscienceresearch] -- Rutgers University issued the following news: * * * - Rutgers researcher says climate change, cleaner waters are drawing more of the iconic marine mammals * * * The number of humpback whale sightings in New York City and northern New Jersey has increased dramatically in recent years, by more than 500 percent, as a result of warmer and cleaner waters, raising the risk of dangerous interactions between the huge marine mammals and humans  more

Sales of Mailing & Shipping Supplies Are 'Movin' On Up', Says NPD
PORT WASHINGTON, New York, Aug. 8 -- The NPD Group, a market research company, issued the following news release: * * * - Gains Occurring in E-Commerce, as More Consumers Feel Comfortable Purchasing Office Supplies Online * * * While back-to-school season is already top-of-mind in some areas of the U.S., summertime also represents the height of moving season (May - September), and both factors influence sales of office supplies. Year-to-date, total sales in the office supplies industry are d  more

Savills Announces Workthere Expansion to Southeast United States
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Savills Studley, a real estate firm, issued the following news: Workthere, a global Savills venture, has expanded its online flexible office listing platform and specialized advisory service (workthere.com) in North America. Following its successful U.S. debut in New York City in February, Workthere has tapped real estate expert Austin DuBois to launch the offering in key markets in the Southeast including Atlanta; Nashville, Tenn.; Raleigh, N.C.; Durham, N.C.; Charlotte, N.  more

Savills Studley: Results for the Half Year Ended 30 June 2019
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Savills Studley, a real estate firm, issued the following news: Savills plc, the international real estate advisor, today announces its unaudited results for the six months ended 30 June 2019. Key Financial Information * Group revenue up 16% (14% in constant currency*) to pound sterling847.0m (H1 2018: pound sterling727.8m) * Group underlying profit** before tax down pound sterling4m (9% as reported;12% in constant currency) to pound sterling38.4m (H1 2018: pound sterling  more

Shopping for a Bra is More About Comfort Than Sexiness, Reports NPD
PORT WASHINGTON, New York, Aug. 6 -- The NPD Group, a market research company, issued the following news release: Comfort and support continue to be the top influencers when women in the U.S. are choosing which bras to purchase for themselves, according to The Bra Evolution, a new report from The NPD Group. The perception that a bra 'is sexy' is much less important, ranking eighth on the list of purchase influencers. "The enduring athleisure movement clearly expresses that comfort is king for   more

Simon & Schuster to Publish Celebration of Gutsy Women by Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Simon and Schuster, a subsidiary of CBS, issued the following news: Hillary Rodham Clinton and Chelsea Clinton will publish THE BOOK OF GUTSY WOMEN: Favorite Stories of Courage and Resilience on October 1, 2019, with Simon & Schuster. Celebrating the women who have inspired them throughout their lives, THE BOOK OF GUTSY WOMEN will feature portraits of more than 100 women, celebrating the histories that all too often get overlooked or are left unwritten. The women featured   more

St. Bonaventure Receives $1 Million State Grant for School of Health Professions Equipment
ST. BONAVENTURE, New York, July 30 -- St. Bonaventure University issued the following news release: St. Bonaventure University has been awarded a $1 million grant from New York state to purchase lab equipment for the university's new School of Health Professions. Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo today announced $21.3 million in grants for capital projects at 35 colleges and universities across New York. The funding comes from the Higher Education Capital Matching Grant Program. The equipment will be used  more

St. Regis Mohawk Tribe: Environment Division Hosts Callout for Ash Tree Removal and Replacement
AKWESASNE, New York, Aug. 9 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: On Ohiarihko:wa/July 31, 2019; the Saint Regis Mohawk Tribe's (SRMT) Environment Division held a public presentation of the Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) survey results that was conducted in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service and the United States Department of Agriculture. The purpose of the survey was to determine the extent of EAB's infestation for the d  more

Starr Insurance Companies Advises What to Ask Why When Offered Check-the-Box Travel Insurance
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Starr Companies, a provider of property, casualty, accident and health insurance products, issued the following news: With recent news of Americans getting sick and dying on vacation in the Dominican Republic, the question isn't so much whether to buy travel insurance but what kind and how much. Don't just check the box without asking what's covered, says Michael Grossman of travel insurer Starr Insurance Cos. The benefits can be a lifesaver. What's at risk? The answer diff  more

State University of New York-Buffalo: Guacamole Lovers, Rejoice! Avocado Genome Has Been Sequenced
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 6 [TNSscienceresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: * * * - A new study illuminates the avocado's family history and lays the foundation for the species' improvement * * * We now know the DNA of guacamole. Scientists have sequenced the avocado genome, shedding light on the ancient origins of this buttery fruit and laying the groundwork for future improvements to farming. With regard to modern affairs, the st  more

State University of New York-Buffalo: How Do Clots Become Firm in Presence of Blood Flow? Engineered Tissue Model Has Answers
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 5 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: * * * - The model will help with presurgical planning and with understanding hereditary disorders, like von Willebrand disease * * * Blood clotting is one of the most critical, protective processes in human physiology. When something goes wrong with clotting, either because there is too much clotting, leading to a stroke, or not enough, leading to internal bl  more

State University of New York-Buffalo: In the Future, This Electricity-Free Tech Could Help Cool Buildings in Metro Areas
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 5 [TNSscienceresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: * * * - Engineers report advancements in radiative cooling in a new study in Nature Sustainability * * * Engineers have designed a new system that can help cool buildings in crowded metropolitan areas without consuming electricity, an important innovation at a time when cities are working to adapt to climate change. The system consists of a special material   more

State University of New York-Buffalo: New Retroreflective Material Could Be Used in Nighttime Color-Changing Road Signs
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 9 [TNSscienceresearch] -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: A thin film that reflects light in intriguing ways could be used to make road signs that shine brightly and change color at night, according to a study published on Aug. 9 in Science Advances. The technology could help call attention to important traffic information when it's dark, with potential benefits for both drivers and pedestrians, researchers say. The   more

State University of New York-Oswego Honored Again Among National Colleges of Distinction
OSWEGO, New York, Aug. 5 -- The State University of New York's Oswego Campus issued the following news release: SUNY Oswego has been recognized once again for its committed implementation of high-impact educational practices, earning a place as one of the nation's 2019-20 Colleges of Distinction, as well as on lists recognizing Public Colleges and for Business and Education schools and programs. With a modern, student-centered approach to teaching and learning, Oswego has proven itself to be a  more

SUNY-Buffalo School of Management Brings Blockchain Expert to Campus
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 9 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: Vikram M. Panjwani, a partner at PwC and expert on blockchain, will speak at the University at Buffalo at 5 p.m. on Sept. 25 at the Student Union Theater on UB's North Campus. Presented by the UB School of Management's Helen and Oscar Sufrin Lectureship in Accounting, Panjwani will discuss the promise of blockchain--an unchangeable record of transactions stored across a vast networ  more

SUNY-Buffalo: Strengthening the Fabric of Our Community
BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 9 -- The State University of New York's Buffalo Campus issued the following news release: * * * - UB Social Impact Fellows use their diverse perspectives and skills to make a difference * * * Standing at the front of a packed lecture hall, three University at Buffalo students wear colorful hair clips, pins and bags that were hand-sewn and embroidered by refugee women at the nonprofit Stitch Buffalo. Kristie Bailey, Shannon Lach and Xingyu Chen are students in the Mas  more

Superintendent of Financial Services Linda A. Lacewell Leads Multistate Investigation of the Payroll Advance Industry
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release: * * * - New York Leads Regulators from Ten States and Puerto Rico in Investigating Companies that Engage in Payroll Advances - States to Investigate Allegations of Illegal Online Lending, and Unlawful Interest Rates Disguised as Tips, Monthly Memberships and Other Unexpected Fees to Protect Cash-Strapped Consumers * * * Financial Services Superintendent Linda A. Lacewell today announce  more

Talented City College of New York Undergrads Earn Mellon Mays Fellowships
NEW YORK, July 31 -- City College of New York issued the following news: Five undergraduates, the 27th cohort since The City College of New York joined the exclusive nationwide program, are the latest recipients of Mellon Mays Fellowships. The program's goal is to help increase diversity in the faculty ranks of higher education by identifying and supporting exceptional undergraduates from traditionally underrepresented groups. City College's 2019 Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellows (MMUF) are:   more

Teachers College Press Publishes 'The Creative Classroom'
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- Teachers College Press issued the following book description: The Creative Classroom: Innovative Teaching for 21st-Century Learners, by Keith Sawyer and foreword by Tony Wagner The Creative Classroom presents an original, compelling vision of schools where teaching and learning are centered on creativity. Drawing on the latest research as well as his studies of jazz and improvised theater, Sawyer describes curricula and classroom practices that will help educators get start  more

Telephonics Awarded AN/UPX-44 IFF Contract From Huneed Technologies to Support Korean Naval Programs
FARMINGDALE, New York, Aug. 8 -- Telephonics, a subsidiary of Griffon, issued the following news release: Telephonics Corporation, a wholly owned subsidiary of Griffon Corporation (NYSE:GFF), announced today that it has been awarded a $22.8M contract from Huneed Technologies for its AN/UPX-44 Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) system. Through a Direct Commercial Sales (DCS) contract, Telephonics will supply its AN/UPX-44 to Huneed Technologies to support Republic of Korea naval modernization pr  more

Texas State Securities Board: Emergency Order Cites Bitcoin, Forex Trader as Crypto Crackdown Continues
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 7 -- The Texas State Securities Board issued the following news release: Texas Securities Commissioner Travis J. Iles on Aug. 6 entered the fourth emergency action against a cryptocurrency investment promoter since the State Securities Board started a second investigative sweep of suspect cryptocurrency offerings in late June. According to the Emergency Cease and Desist Order, New York-based Forex and Bitcoin Trader is advertising on Craigslist Dallas, touting a 900% retur  more

Tradeweb Markets Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release: Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a leading, global operator of electronic marketplaces for rates, credit, equities and money markets, today reported financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2019. Lee Olesky, Chief Executive Officer of Tradeweb Markets, said, "Tradeweb's strong, across-the-board performance during the second quarter refl  more

Tradeweb Reports July 2019 Trade Volume
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release: Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a leading, global operator of electronic marketplaces for rates, credit, equities and money markets, today reported average daily volume (ADV) of $749.3 billion (bn) in aggregate for the month of July 2019, representing an increase of 44.7 percent year over year and the second highest monthly total on record. Ac  more

Tribune Media Issues Financials for Second Quarter of 2019
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- Tribune Media issued the following news release: Tribune Media Company (NYSE: TRCO) (the "Company") today reported its results for the three and six months ended June 30, 2019. Second Quarter 2019 Financial Highlights (compared to second quarter 2018) * Consolidated operating revenues decreased 1% to $484.0 million * Consolidated operating expenses increased to $410.8 million compared to $391.3 million for the second quarter of 2018 primarily due to higher network affilia  more

U.S. Immersion Experience Gives Chinese Faculty, Students Firsthand Knowledge of Business, Health Practices
NIAGARA, New York, July 31 -- Niagara University issued the following news: Niagara University's Office of International Relations and Brennan Center hosted 48 visiting faculty and students from China this summer as part of three different academic programs. Faculty from the Shanghai Institute of Technology, the Shanghai Lixin School of Accounting, and the Shanghai University of Political Science and Law participated in on-campus and off-site activities designed to develop their leadership and  more

University of Alabama-Birmingham: Deciphering the Regenerative Potential of Newborn Mammalian Hearts
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Aug. 8 [TNSmedicalresearch] -- The University of Alabama's Birmingham Campus issued the following news: By Jeff Hansen Unlike lower vertebrates, mammals are unable to repair their adult hearts after injuries that include heart attacks. This inability in humans leads to heart failure -- a deadly and costly disease that affects more than 5 million Americans. Biomedical investigators at the University of Alabama at Birmingham, and in Texas and New York, have now launched res  more

University of South Florida-St. Petersburg: Students Conduct Summer Research on Local Air Quality
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Aug. 8 [TNSscienceresearch] -- The University of South Florida's St. Petersburg Campus issued the following news release: Unlike sprawling metro areas like Los Angeles and New York City, southwest Florida is often lauded for its air quality. The sunny, breezy environment seems to fill our air with freshness. Two USF St. Petersburg undergraduate students spent this summer seeing if that characterization holds true, studying the health of our air in the Tampa Bay Area. W  more

Upstate Announces Winners of 2019 Medical Device Innovation Challenge
SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 1 -- The State University of New York's Upstate Medical University Campus issued the following news: A shoulder-mounted IV system, urinary catheters with improved infection control, the transformation of well-known video games into respiratory therapy exercise, and an inconspicuous breast pump for moms are among the six winners of Upstate Medical University's 2019 Medical Device Innovation Challenge (MDIC), sponsored by Upstate MIND (Medical Innovation and Novel Discove  more

Upstate Medical University Campus: Office Partners Students With Researchers for a Summer of Scientific Discovery
SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 2 -- The State University of New York's Upstate Medical University Campus issued the following news: While most of the Upstate Medical University campus slows in the summertime, its research labs heat up with dozens of inquisitive medical students participating in cutting-edge science. At the heart of that research this summer are Upstate Medical University students who, thanks to the new Office of Research for Medical Students, have identified research opportunities a  more

Upstate Medical University Campus: Top Students Conduct Research as Part of Undergraduate Fellowship Program
SYRACUSE, New York, July 31 -- The State University of New York's Upstate Medical University Campus issued the following news: More than 30 college students have been hard at work this summer inside labs at Upstate Medical University and SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry as part of Upstate's annual Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program, better known as SURF. Students in the 2019 summer cohort hail from eight countries and attend colleges and universities in New York  more

Verizon: Everything You Need to Know About the Samsung Galaxy Note10
NEW YORK, Aug. 7 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: What is it and where can I get one? For a limited time, Verizon is where you can get the Samsung Galaxy Note10+ 5G, part of the new line of Galaxy Note10 smartphones, unveiled today at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked event. Preorder your Galaxy Note10 on Verizon on August 8 and have it in your hands when it launches on August 23. For the first time ever, the Galaxy Note10 is available in  more

Visteon to Present At J.P. Morgan Auto Conference on Aug. 13
VAN BUREN TOWNSHIP, Michigan, Aug. 5 -- Visteon, a provider of instrument clusters, head-up displays, information displays, infotainment, audio systems and telematics solutions, issued the following news release: Visteon Corporation (Nasdaq: VC), a leading global supplier of vehicle cockpit electronics, will present at the 2019 J.P. Morgan Auto Conference in New York City on Aug. 13. Sachin Lawande, president and CEO, will present starting at 10:50 a.m. EDT and will then participate in a questi  more

White & Case Advises Advert Finance on Financial Restructuring and Acquisition of Fyber
NEW YORK, Aug. 9 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Advert Finance B.V. on the restructuring and subsequent successful acquisition of Fyber N.V. Fyber, which is listed on the regulated market in Frankfurt as well as on the OTC markets in Berlin, Dusseldorf and Stuttgart, is a global technology company developing a next-generation monetization platform for mobile publishers. Based in Berlin and Amsterdam, it combines p  more

White & Case Advises Avon Rubber P.L.C. on Strategic Acquisition of 3M's Ballistic-Protection Business
NEW YORK, Aug. 8 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Avon Rubber p.l.c., a UK-listed innovative technology group, specialising in chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear (CBRN) and respiratory protection systems, on its strategically important acquisition of 3M's ballistic-protection business in the United States (the Business) and the rights to the Ceradyne brand. The Business is a leading provider of next gener  more

White & Case Advises EP Infrastructure on Euros 600 Million Eurobond Issue
NEW YORK, Aug. 6 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case has advised EP Infrastructure, a.s. (EPIF) on the issuance of its Euros600 million 1.698% notes due 2026 and their admission to trading on the Global Exchange Market of the Irish Stock Exchange (trading as Euronext Dublin). Citigroup, HSBC, ICBC Standard Bank, Societe Generale Corporate & Investment Banking and UniCredit Bank acted as joint bookrunners. The EPIF group is a leading E  more