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A Masterpiece in Engineering and Design: Canon Announces the EOS-1D X Mark III Camera

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 7 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced the highly anticipated Canon EOS-1D X Mark III camera - the successor to the world-renowned and award-winning EOS-1D X Mark II. The Company's new flagship DSLR has been engineered and designed using extensive feedback from the professional sports, photojournalist, wildlife and wedding photographers. This new groundbreaking workhorse EOS-1D X Mark III DL more

Accenture to Acquire Maihiro, Boosting Customer Experience and Experience Management Capabilities for SAP Solutions

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release on Jan. 7: Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has entered into an agreement to acquire maihiro, a provider of customer experience and customer relationship management consulting, optimization and ongoing enhancement services. The acquisition will help Accenture create solutions for clients that drive innovation and transformation in marketing, sales and customer service. Founded in 2000 and an SAP(R) Go more

Accenture to Acquire Symantec's Cyber Security Services Business From Broadcom

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Acquisition will make Accenture Security one of the world's leading providers of managed security services * * * Accenture (NYSE: ACN) has agreed to acquire Symantec's Cyber Security Services business from Broadcom, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVGO). Financial terms were not disclosed. The acquisition will make Accenture Security one of the leading providers of managed security services, furt more

Adelphi University Professor Paul Moravec's Oratorio Sanctuary Road Set for January Release

GARDEN CITY, New York, Jan. 10 -- Adelphi University issued the following news: Sanctuary Road--an oratorio by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer and Adelphi University Professor of Music Paul Moravec, with librettist Mark Campbell, based on the writings of Underground Railroad organizer William Still--will see its first recording released on CD and streaming platforms via Naxos Records on January 10. Moravec and Campbell--who previously collaborated on an opera based on Stephen King's novel The more

Akin Gump Promotes 15 to Partnership

WASHINGTON, Jan. 7 -- Akin Gump Strauss Hauer and Feld, a law firm, issued the following news release: Akin Gump announced the election of 15 new partners, effective January 1, 2020. The eight women and seven men who have been promoted to partner (and their respective office locations) are Sara Lynne Brauner (New York), Dean Lindsay Chapman Jr. (New York), Lois Deasey (London), Rachel J. Elsby (Washington, D.C.), Alan J. Feld (Washington, D.C.), Adam Hilkemann (Dallas), Nicholas Jay Houpt (Dall more

Albany County Executive Announces Expanded Counseling Services at Berne-Knox-Westerlo CSD

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 8 -- Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy issued the following news: In order to meet increased demand, Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy announced the first week of expanded hours for the Children's Mental Health Clinic at Berne-Knox-Westerlo Secondary School, serving Pre-K through 12th Grade students. Outpatient clinical services in the form of individual and family psychotherapy will now be available Monday's and Tuesdays throughout the year. "I'm proud to ki more

Albany County Executive Announces New Director of the Regional Immigration Assistance Center

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- Albany County issued the following news: Albany County Executive Daniel P. McCoy announced that he has appointed Evelyn A. Kinnah, Esq. as the new Director of the Albany County Immigration Assistance Center, which serves a fourteen-county region. Having been born in Ghana and raised in Liberia, Kinnah is the first woman and the first person of color to hold this position. "Our Immigration Center, the first of its kind in the state, provides expert legal advice and more

Alston & Bird Elects 17 New Partners

ATLANTA, Georgia, Jan. 10 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release: Alston & Bird has announced the election of 17 lawyers to its partnership, effective January 1, 2020. The new partners span four U.S. offices--Atlanta, Los Angeles, New York, and Washington, D.C.--and encompass 12 practice areas. Seven of the new partners are litigators, while five have corporate and transactional practices. Of the newly promoted partners, five are women, and three are Asian American. more

American Airlines and British Airways Mark the Official Start of the John F. Kennedy International Airport Redevelopment Plan

NEW YORK, Texas, Jan. 7 -- American Airlines issued the following news release: Atlantic Joint Business partners American Airlines and British Airways joined New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo and the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ) to announce the start of construction on a $344 million investment at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) Terminal 8 at the Association for a Better New York luncheon in Midtown. "Our investment will put the 14 daily flights from JFK t more

American Museum of Natural History Research Library Launches Major Archival Initiative

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- The American Museum of Natural History issued the following news: Roy Chapman Andrews' 1925 Mongolian passport. A wax cylinder recording device from the late 19th century. The planning notes for a visit to the Museum by Marie Curie in April 1921. Is there anything that transports us to a time and place like a physical object? As the Museum celebrates its 150th anniversary, the Research Library is working to make these and other items in the Museum's vast collection of arch more

Assemblyman Dancer Urges Legislature to Consider Bill Allowing Armed Personnel at Places of Worship

TRENTON, New Jersey, Jan. 7 -- New Jersey State Assembly Republicans issued the following news release on behalf of Assemblyman Ron Dancer: In the wake of the church shooting in Texas and recent anti-Semitic attacks in New Jersey and New York, Assemblyman Ron Dancer urged the legislature to consider his bill (A1695) allowing places of worship to select one person to carry a handgun during religious services for the purpose of security. "The recent attacks against people for their religious bel more

At Solidarity March, N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces $45 Million in Additional Funding to Protect Religious-Based Institutions

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 5 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: At the "No Hate. No Fear" Solidarity March in New York City, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced an additional $45 million in funding is available to help protect New York's religious-based institutions, including non-public schools and cultural centers, against hate crimes. Funding is being made available through Requests for Applications under New York's Securing Communities Against Hate Crimes Grant more

Atlas Air Worldwide Announces ACMI Placement With EL AL New 747-400 Freighter Agreement Enables EL AL to Expand Service for Its Customers

PURCHASE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings issued the following news release: Atlas Air Worldwide Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: AAWW) announced that its Atlas Air, Inc. unit and EL AL Israel Airline Ltd. have entered into an agreement that enables EL AL to expand its reach and cargo lift for its customers. Under the terms of the ACMI (aircraft, crew, maintenance and insurance) agreement, Atlas Air will operate a Boeing 747-400 Freighter for capacity on significant routes, mainly Lieg more

Ballard Spahr Adds Noted IP Team to New York Office

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Jan. 9 -- Ballard Spahr, a law firm, issued the following news release: Noted patent attorneys Dr. Kenneth H. Sonnenfeld and Dr. Margaret Bolce Brivanlou have joined Ballard Spahr in the firm's New York office, firm Chair Mark Stewart announced. Drs. Sonnenfeld and Brivanlou focus their full-service patent practice on life science patent law involving both small molecule and biologic therapeutics. In addition to handling complex patent prosecution, their practice in more

Beauty Industry Icon Bobbi Brown Teams Up With IHeartMedia to Debut New IHeartRadio Original Podcast 'Beyond the Beauty With Bobbi Brown'

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: * * * - Listen to the Official Podcast Trailer Now * * * Bobbi Brown, beauty industry icon, world-renowned makeup artist, best-selling author and founder and former CEO of Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, and iHeartMedia, the No.1 commercial podcast publisher globally, announced the launch of "Beyond The Beauty With Bobbi Brown," a groundbreaking iHeartRadio Original Podcast where Brown enlists top-notch experts across the fields of m more

BKD Moves NYC Office to Midtown Manhattan

SPRINGFIELD, Missouri, Jan. 10 -- BKD, a certified public accountant and advisory firm, issued the following news release: To help support its long-term growth plans in the New York market, BKD CPAs & Advisors has moved its New York City team to newly renovated offices at 1155 Avenue of the Americas in the heart of Midtown Manhattan. The transition was made effective December 30, 2019. "This space reflects our commitment to the New York marketplace. We could not be more pleased," said BKD East more

Blackstone Issues Financials for 4th Quarter of 2019

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Blackstone, an investment firm, issued the following news release: Blackstone (NYSE:BX) announced that it will host its fourth quarter and full year 2019 investor conference call on January 30, 2020 at 9:00 a.m. EST. You can listen to the call by dialing +1 (866) 318-8619 (U.S. domestic) or +1 (617) 399-5138 (international) passcode number 149 943 55#. Additionally, the conference call will be broadcast live over the internet and you can listen to it through the Shareholde more

Blackstone: Byron Wien and Joe Zidle Announce Ten Surprises for 2020

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Blackstone, an investment firm, issued the following news release: Byron R. Wien, Vice Chairman together with Joe Zidle, Chief Investment Strategist in the Private Wealth Solutions group at Blackstone, issued their list of Ten Surprises for 2020. This is the 35th year Byron has given his views on a number of economic, financial market and political surprises for the coming year. Byron defines a "surprise" as an event that the average investor would only assign a one out of t more

Bloomberg Television and Radio Launch Bloomberg Wall Street Week

MANHATTAN, New York, Jan. 11 -- Bloomberg Media issued the following news on Jan. 10: * * * - One-hour program recapping the week's biggest news in finance and business hosted by David Westin debuts today at 6PM/ ET * * * Bloomberg Television and Radio debut Bloomberg Wall Street Week. Hosted by Bloomberg's David Westin, the one-hour program will air weekly on Fridays at 6 PM ET. Bloomberg Wall Street Week will feature market and geopolitical discussions with a rotating panel of influential more

Break Point: Harvard Medical School

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 11 [TNSmedicalresearch-PLoS Genetics journal] -- Harvard Medical School issued the following news: * * * - Worm study shows how a common chemical disrupts reproductive biology * * * Researchers at Harvard Medical School and the New York State Department of Health have discovered how a common plasticizer associated with human reproductive abnormalities likely does its damage at the molecular level. For years, scientists have linked exposure to DEHP, short for di(2 more

Breast Density Notifications May Not Be Effectively Worded, Study Says: Yale University

NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Jan. 11 [TNSmedicalresearch-Journal of General Internal Medicine] -- Yale University issued the following news release: A new study suggests that state-mandated notifications on mammogram reports intended to inform women of the health risks related to breast density are ineffectively worded. The study, conducted by researchers at Yale and New York University, found that although dense breast notification (DBN) laws did help some women understand they had increased breas more

Bronx Borough President Diaz Kicks Off 9th Annual 'Savor the Bronx' Restaurant Week

BRONX, New York, Jan. 7 -- Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. issued the following news release: Bronx Borough President Ruben Diaz Jr. celebrated the start of the 9th Annual "Savor The Bronx" Restaurant Week at Seis Vecinos, a family-operated restaurant in Longwood serving Central American Cuisine with an emphasis on Honduran gastronomy. "Savor The Bronx" Restaurant Week is produced by The Bronx Tourism Council and takes place from January 6th through January 17th 2020. "Our borough's cu more

Brooklyn Public Library Presents 4th Annual Night of Philosophy & Ideas

BROOKLYN, New York, Jan. 11 -- Brooklyn Public Library issued the following news release, dated Jan. 7: Nobel Prize-winning economist Esther Duflo, composer and multimedia artist DJ Spooky, and Big Bang Theory television writer Eric Kaplan join the fourth annual A Night of Philosophy and Ideas presented by Brooklyn Public Library (BPL) and the Cultural Services of the French Embassy. Throughout the all-night event bringing together the New York community with philosophers, authors, artists, an more

Cadwalader's Scott Cammarn to Teach Seminar at Duke University School of Law

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Scott Cammarn, co-chair of Cadwalader's Financial Services Group, will teach a seminar on financial law and regulation at Duke University School of Law in the upcoming spring semester. Cammarn's fellow lecturers include Senator Chris Dodd, former FDIC General Counsel Michael Krimminger, former Office of the Comptroller of the Currency General Counsel Amy Friend, and former Fed more

Cadwalader's Scott Cammarn to Teach Seminar at Duke University School of Law

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Cadwalader, Wickersham and Taft, a financial services law firm, issued the following news release: Scott Cammarn, co-chair of Cadwalader's Financial Services Group, will teach a seminar on financial law and regulation at Duke University School of Law in the upcoming spring semester. Cammarn's fellow lecturers include Senator Chris Dodd, former FDIC General Counsel Michael Krimminger, former Office of the Comptroller of the Currency General Counsel Amy Friend, and former Fe more

Canon Introduces the CR-S700R Robotic Camera System Enabling the Remote Operation of Select EOS Cameras and Lenses

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 7 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Sports photography and news media require the use of remote photography extensively to capture still images from various viewpoints or angles that may not be achieved with conventional photography methods. Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solution, today announced the release of the Canon Robotic Camera System CR-S700R, a remote-control system for still image shooting. This system was developed to meet the more

Canon to Showcase Its Citrix Ready Verified ImageFORMULA Document and Check Scanners at Citrix Summit 2020

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: To help its customers connect scanners and other peripherals, Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is excited to announce that an array of imageFORMULA document and check scanners have been verified as Citrix Ready, and will be on display at the Citrix Summit 2020, taking place Monday, January 13 through Wednesday, January 15 at the Walt Disney World Dolphin Resort in Lake Buena Vista, Florida, in bo more

Canon U.S.A. Announces New Executive Appointment

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. N. Scott Millar to senior vice president and general manager of Corporate Human Resources, Corporate Audit, Ethics & Business Consultation and Canon Solutions America, Inc. Human Resources. With an extensive and diverse background in developing human capital strategies and leading HR initiatives for the corporate and m more

Canon U.S.A. Awarded Premier Inc. Group Purchasing Agreement

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Highlighting the company's strong service network and serviceability of its products in the healthcare vertical, Canon U.S.A., a leader in digital imaging solutions, has been awarded a group purchasing agreement with Premier Inc., a leading healthcare improvement company, in the Managed Print Services, devices and accessories categories. Premier members now have access to Canon's full range of award-winning document scan more

Canon U.S.A., Inc. Wins Lawsuit Against EBay Counterfeiters

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 11 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Canon U.S.A., Inc. and its parent company, Canon Inc. of Japan, are pleased to announce that the companies have won a lawsuit involving the unauthorized and infringing use of the Canon trademarks and the illegal sale of counterfeit "Canon" merchandise against two defendants in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Judge C. Darnell Jones II entered a Final Consent Judgment on December 12, 2019 more

Canon's A3 ImageRUNNER ADVANCE Lineup is Named 2020 Copier MFP Line of the Year by Keypoint Intelligence - Buyers Lab

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 9 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: Highlighting the company's commitment to meeting business needs through its array of best-in-class products, Canon U.S.A., Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, is proud to announce it has been recognized as the 2020 Copier MFP Line of the Year from Keypoint Intelligence - Buyers Lab. This accolade recognizes Canon for its award-winning A3 imageRUNNER ADVANCE lineup which is deemed best overall based on rigorous l more

Ceridian to Transform How the Retail Workforce is Paid

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 10 -- Ceridian issued the following news release: Ceridian (NYSE: CDAY; TSX: CDAY), a global human capital management (HCM) company, will exhibit Dayforce innovations that help retailers increase performance and profitability at National Retail Federation's Big Show 2020 from January 12-14 in New York City. In today's complex and competitive retail environment, the Dayforce platform helps retailers optimize the workforce by addressing retention, financial wellness, more

CHA Consulting, Inc. Acquires CME Associates, Inc. in Connecticut

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- CHA Architecture, a provider of community-based architectural, interior design and planning services, issued the following news: CHA Consulting, Inc. (CHA), a highly diversified, full-service engineering consulting and construction management firm, announced that it has acquired CME Associates, Inc. (CME). CME is a transportation engineering firm based in Mansfield, Connecticut with 85 employees, five offices with a focus on complex highway and bridge projects, and more

Chancellor Andre Bouchard Delaware Court of Chancery Considers How Two Recent Rulings Have Changed World of Mergers, Acquisitions Litigation

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- The New York University School of Law issued the following news: At the Institute for Corporate Governance & Finance's Annual Distinguished Jurist Lecture on November 13, Chancellor Andre Bouchard of the Delaware Court of Chancery discussed the impact of two significant cases for which he issued opinions shortly after he joined the court in 2014. In litigation challenging a merger between KKR & Co. LLP and KKR Financial Holdings LLC, Bouchard held that the business judgmen more

Changes to the UBS Board of Directors

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: The Board of Directors of UBS Group AG announced that it will nominate Nathalie Rachou and Mark Hughes for election to the Board at the Annual General Meeting on 29 April, 2020. David Sidwell and Isabelle Romy will not stand for re-election. David Sidwell will have completed a twelve year term of office and Isabelle Romy has decided to step down after eight years on the UBS Board. Nathalie Rachou (born more

China Honors Ian Lipkin: Columbia University

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: The government of China honored Ian Lipkin with a medal recognizing his profound impact on their country. For nearly 20 years, Lipkin, the John Snow Professor of Epidemiology and director of the Center for Infection and Immunity (CII) at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health, has worked closely with scientists and officials in China to strengthen its public health system and protec more

Computer Generated Solutions Receives 2019 Customer Experience Innovation Award

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- Computer Generated Solutions, a provider of business applications, enterprise learning and outsourcing services, issued the following news: CGS, a global provider of business applications, enterprise learning and outsourcing services, announced that TMC, a global, integrated media company, has named its Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) services a winner of the 2019 Customer Experience Innovation Award presented by TMC's CUSTOMER magazine. The 2019 Customer Experience Inno more

Computer Generated Solutions Unveils Dedicated Retail Resources for a Rapidly Changing Industry

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Computer Generated Solutions, a provider of business applications, enterprise learning and outsourcing services, issued the following news: CGS, a global provider of business applications, enterprise learning and outsourcing services, announced dedicated resources for the Retail industry. Leveraging its fashion, apparel and consumer goods software solutions and services, CGS will further support retailers in the space in creating a seamless experience. The retail industry more

Cornell University - Dancing Debris, Moveable Landscape Shape Comet 67P

ITHACA, New York, Jan. 8 [TNSscientificresearch] -- Cornell University issued the following news: A comet once thought to be a quiet dirty snowball cruising through the solar system becomes quite active when seen up close. Photography from the Rosetta mission reveals dancing gravel, whirling icy debris and transient, movable "depressions" on the smooth terrain of Comet 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko (Comet 67P). Alex Hayes '03, M.Eng. '03, associate professor of astronomy, presented the research at more

Coty and Kylie Jenner Commence Strategic Partnership

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- Coty, a manufacturer of beauty products, issued the following news release: Coty Inc. (NYSE:COTY) and Kylie Jenner announced that they have completed the transaction to create a long-term strategic partnership in order to jointly build and further develop Kylie's existing beauty business into a global powerhouse brand. To drive the next steps of growth, including global expansion and entry into new beauty categories, the parties are pleased to announce Christoph Honnefelder more

De Blasio Administration Releases Where We Live NYC, A Blueprint for the Future of Fair Housing

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - New Fair Housing Litigation Unit will use "secret shoppers" to test the housing market for discrimination and hold bad actors accountable * * * The de Blasio Administration released the Where We Live NYC Draft Plan for public review. Where We Live NYC is the City's comprehensive plan to promote fair housing and take action to advance opportunity for all New Yorkers. Intentional policies and practices more

Dechert Expands Real Estate Finance Practice in New York

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Dechert, a law firm, issued the following news: Dechert LLP announced that Barbara Shachnow has joined the firm's global finance practice as a New York partner focused on commercial real estate finance. She joins alongside counsel Teresa Long. For over three decades, Ms. Shachnow has advised investment banks, commercial banks, private equity funds, insurance companies and other institutional lenders, as well as institutional real estate investors and developers, in investm more

Does Timing Matter for Initiating HIV Therapy in Infants?: Columbia University

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 [TNSmedicalresearch-E-Clinical Medicine journal] -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * - But Art Alone Unlikely To Lead To Remission * * * Starting HIV antiretroviral therapy (ART) within hours of birth has been hypothesized to have positive effects, raising the possibility of remission in some children with HIV. To test the hypothesis, researchers at Columbia Mailman School of Public Health and Columbia University Irving M more

Dr. Kellogg Authors Article on Novel Peyton Place: Alfred State College

ALFRED, New York, Jan. 7 -- Alfred State College issued the following news: Dr. Richard Kellogg, professor emeritus of psychology at Alfred State College, is the author of an article that appears in the most recent issue of Paperback Parade, a quarterly publication for paperback readers and collectors. The article is titled "Revisiting Peyton Place." The author notes that "Peyton Place," a novel written by Grace Metalious (1942-1964), was first published by Julian Messner in 1956. The book dea more

Elevate Your Photography Business With the Announcement of Two New Services From Canon U.S.A.

MELVILLE, New York, Jan. 8 -- Canon USA issued the following news release: * * * - Introducing Canon's First Photographer Matching Service, Plus a Photo Culling Plug-in for Adobe Lightroom Classic * * * Helping photographers boost their business and productivity, while helping to build trust and customer confidence, Canon U.S.A. Inc., a leader in digital imaging solutions, announced the beta version of the Company's first photographer matching service Image Connect, making the process of fin more

Empire State Development Congratulates Seven New York-Based Productions Winning 2020 Golden Globe Awards

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- New York Empire State Development issued the following news release: * * * - Seven New York State-based Productions Win Nine Awards - Productions Generated an Estimated $285 Million in New York Spending and More Than 13,300 New Hires in the State * * * Empire State Development (ESD) tonight congratulated seven New York-based productions that won nine awards during the 2020 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards. The productions generated an estimated $285 million in New more

Ernst & Young LLP Expands Its People Advisory Services Business With Acquisition of PeopleFirm

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Ernst and Young, an assurance, tax, transaction and advisory service, issued the following news release: Ernst & Young LLP (EY US) has further enhanced and expanded its capabilities in the People Advisory Services (PAS) business with the acquisition of the strategic people consultancy firm, PeopleFirm. PeopleFirm is a leader in delivering workforce and organization strategy, performance management, diversity and inclusion, leadership and culture work. It is well-regarded f more

Evolving Landscape Added Fuel to Gobi Desert's High-Speed Winds: Columbia University

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 [TNSscientificresearch-Nature Communications journal] -- Columbia University's Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory issued the following news: On February 28, 2007, harsh winds blew 10 train cars off a track running near China's Hami basin, killing three passengers and seriously injuring two others. Hurricane-force gusts of 75 mph or more scour this basin every 15-20 days or so, on average, and can max out at more than 120 mph. A study published last week in Nature Communications ( more

Financial Services Superintendent Announces Approval of Conversion of Hudson Heritage Federal Credit Union

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release: * * * - With New York State Charter Approval, Hudson Heritage Expands Services to Lower Hudson Valley, Including Sullivan and Rockland Counties and Residents of Neighboring Counties * * * Superintendent of Financial Services Linda A. Lacewell announced that the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has approved Hudson Heritage Federal Credit Union's (Hudson Heritage) app more

Financial Services Superintendent Announces Conversion of Sunmark Federal Credit Union to New York State Charter

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release: * * * - Sunmark Credit Union to Expand to 8 New York Counties, Building on State's Commitment to Increase Access to Financial Services for all New Yorkers * * * Superintendent of Financial Services Linda A. Lacewell announced that the New York State Department of Financial Services (DFS) has approved Sunmark Federal Credit Union's (Sunmark) application to convert its federal charter to more

Financial Services Superintendent Lacewell Announces Creation of Consumer Protection Task Force

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Department of Financial Services issued the following news release on Jan. 9: * * * - Task Force Will Help Implement Extensive Consumer Protection Proposals Included in Governor Cuomo's 2020 State of the State Agenda - Experts in Economic Justice, Housing, Health and Debt Collection Will Advise the Superintendent and Department on Consumer Policy, Issues and Engagement * * * Financial Services Superintendent Linda A. Lacewell announced the creation of more

FlightSafety International Names Brian Moore Senior Vice President, Operations

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety International announces that Brian Moore has been named Senior Vice President, Operations. He assumes responsibility for operations at FlightSafety's worldwide network of Learning Centers from Dann Runik who has left the company to pursue other opportunities. "FlightSafety's Customers and Teammates will benefit from Brian's leadership, experience, expertise, and commitment to provide the highest qual more

Focus on User Experience Leads IDG to Remove B2B Sites From Open Exchange

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- IDG Communications, a technology media, data and marketing services company, issued the following news release: * * * - Building Bridges Between Enterprise Tech Buyers and Sellers Through Contextually Relevant and Brand Safe Experiences * * * IDG Communications, Inc. (https://www.idg.com/) - the world's leading tech media, data, and marketing services company - announces that global ad inventory for our B2B sites will no longer be available on the open exchange (click to more

Forbes: Malta Journalist Daphne Caruana Galizia Tops List of One Free Press Coalition's January Ranking of "10 Most Urgent" Press Freedom Cases

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Forbes Media, a global media, branding and technology company with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles, issued the following news release: The One Free Press Coalition, a united group of pre-eminent editors and publishers using their global reach and social platforms to spotlight journalists under attack worldwide, issued its monthly "10 Most Urgent" list of journalists whose press freedo more

Fox News Channel Signs Martha Maccallum to New Multi-Year Deal

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Fox News Channel, a cable and satellite television news channel, issued the following news release: Martha MacCallum has signed a new multi-year deal with FOX News Channel (FNC) where she will continue as anchor of The Story with Martha MacCallum (weeknights at 7PM/ET) and executive editor of the primetime program, announced Suzanne Scott, CEO of FOX News Media and Jay Wallace, its President. Additionally, Ms. MacCallum will continue to co-anchor all of the network's electio more

Fox News Channel to Host Town Hall with Democratic Presidential Candidate Buttigieg on Jan. 26

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- Fox News Channel, a cable and satellite television news channel, issued the following news release: FOX News Channel (FNC) will present a town hall with 2020 Democratic presidential candidate and former Mayor Pete Buttigieg of South Bend, IN on Sunday, January 26th, announced Jay Wallace, president and executive editor of FOX News Media. Moderated by FOX News Sunday's Chris Wallace, FNC's first town hall of 2020 will take place live at 7PM/ET in Des Moines, IA and focus on t more

Goldman Sachs Announces New Business Segments

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- Goldman Sachs Group, an investment banking, securities and investment management firm, issued the following news release: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) announced new business segments for the reporting of its financial results, beginning with its 2019 fourth quarter and annual results to be announced Wednesday, January 15. The business segments are: Investment Banking, Global Markets, Asset Management and Consumer & Wealth Management. As described in the form 8- more

Goldman Sachs Declares Preferred Stock Dividends

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Goldman Sachs Group, an investment banking, securities and investment management firm, issued the following news release: The Goldman Sachs Group, Inc. (NYSE: GS) announced that it has declared dividends on the following series of its non-cumulative preferred stock (represented by depositary shares, each representing a 1/1,000th interest in a share of preferred stock, except for the Series L preferred stock and the Series Q preferred stock in which each depositary share rep more

Greenberg Traurig Named Florida Regional Litigation Department of the Year by The American Lawyer

MIAMI, Florida, Jan. 8 -- Greenberg Traurig, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Tampa office litigation matters were important to GT's winning nomination * * * Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A. received the Florida Regional Litigation Department of the Year award from The American Lawyer at the publication's 2019 American Lawyer Industry Awards held Dec. 4 in New York City. The firm's Tampa office was recognized for two precedent-setting matters. The competition re more

HCR Joins Canandaigua Community to Celebrate the Opening of the $4.5m Sands Constellation Theatre

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The New York State Homes and Community Renewal issued the following news on Jan. 10: * * * - Renovation of Canandaigua Academy School Auditorium Features State-of-the-Art Facilities for Performing Arts - Investment Complements "Finger Lakes Forward" - The Region's Comprehensive Strategy to Revitalize Communities and Grow the Economy * * * New York State Homes and Community Renewal Commissioner RuthAnne Visnauskas announced the opening of the Fort Hill Performing more

Health Center to Be Operated by Nyitcom at Arkansas State University

JONESBORO, Arkansas, Jan. 11 -- Arkansas State University issued the following news: Arkansas State University has completed the framework of an agreement to shift administration of its on-campus Student Health Center to New York Institute of Technology College of Osteopathic Medicine located on the A-State campus, Chancellor Kelly Damphousse announced this week. Discussions related to the future of on-campus student health services began during the summer and reached their conclusion this mon more

Hearst Names Maria Walsh Vice President, Head of Benefits

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Hearst issued the following news: Hearst announced that Maria Walsh has been named vice president, head of benefits. The announcement was made by President and CEO Steven R. Swartz and Chief Operating Officer Mark Aldam. Walsh will assume the role immediately, reporting to Vice President of Finance Jeana Stanley. "Over the course of her career, Maria has been instrumental in designing innovative global benefit programs to meet the needs of a highly diverse and growing workf more

Hogan Lovells Advised Altavant Sciences in Its Acquisition of Onspira Therapeutics

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Hogan Lovells, a multinational law firm, issued the following news release: International law firm Hogan Lovells advised clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company Altavant Sciences in its acquisition of Onspira Therapeutics, a private drug development company similarly focused on therapeutics for rare pulmonary diseases. This acquisition expanded Altavant's pipeline to include OSP-101, a novel inhaled interleukin-1 receptor antagonist (IL-1Ra) with US FDA orphan drug designa more

Hogan Lovells Appoints Michael DeLarco and Lisa Fried to Lead New York Office

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Hogan Lovells, a multinational law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm Hogan Lovells is pleased to announce that Michael DeLarco has been named Office Managing Partner and Lisa Fried has been named Office Administrative Partner for the firm's New York office effective 1 January 2020. DeLarco, who became a partner in 2012, heads the firm's Labor and Employment practice in the Americas. He represents employers, management, and boards of directors in comp more

Hughes to Showcase Emerging Network Technologies at the National Retail Federation Big Show

GERMANTOWN, Maryland, Jan. 10 -- Hughes Network Systems issued the following news release: * * * - Leading managed network services and SD-WAN provider for retail to demonstrate how the right network powers the evolving customer and employee experience * * * As retailers increasingly rely on connected technology to enhance the customer and employee experience, Hughes Network Systems, LLC (HUGHES) ensures their networks are optimized to deliver a modern, high-tech shopping environment. At the more

IHeartMedia And Fox Entertainment Announce Nominees For The 2020 'iHeartRadio Music Awards'

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release: * * * -Billie Eilish, Jonas Brothers, Lil Nas X, Lizzo and Shawn Mendes & Camila Cabello Nominated for Song of the Year at the 2020 "iHeartRadio Music Awards," Airing Live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Sunday, March 29, on FOX * * * iHeartMedia and FOX Entertainment announced the nominees for the 2020 iHeartRadio Music Awards, airing live from the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles, Sunday, March 29 (8:00-10:00 PM more

Implementation of Palliative Care in Hospitals Linked to Decrease in Use of ICU: Columbia University

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 [TNSmedicalresearch-JAMA Network Open journal] -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: A new study by researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health found that implementing hospital-based palliative care services in New York State reduces treatment intensity at the end of life for hospitalized patients. Findings are online in JAMA Network Open (https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamanetworkopen/fullarticle/2758406?re more

In Response to Hit-And-Run In Canarsie, Brooklyn Borough President Adams and DA Gonzalez Call for Stronger Laws in Albany

BROOKLYN, New York, Jan. 8 -- Brooklyn Borough President Eric L. Adams issued the following news release: Following a hit-and-run on Friday at Flatlands Avenue and East 78th Street that took the life of 70-year-old Maria Lorente, a former cafeteria worker at South Shore High School in Canarsie, Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams and Brooklyn District Attorney Eric Gonzalez joined elected officials and advocates to call on Albany to strengthen laws against hit-and-run drivers. The tragedy rep more

Infor Broadens Relationship With Accor

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Infor, an enterprise software provider, issued the following news release: * * * - New agreement expands Infor EzRMS functionality and service options throughout the Accor portfolio * * * Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry, announced that Accor, a global leader in augmented hospitality, has extended its 13-year relationship with Infor by signing a global agreement to continue their collaboration with Infor EzRMS revenue management s more

Insight, Co-Created by Skanska, is Launched by the U.S. Green Building Council to Improve Design Decisions Around Sustainability

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Insight, a groundbreaking, free tool co-created by Skanska and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is now available to the general public as a feature of the ArcSkoru platform. As the world's first tool with aggregated LEED(R) green-building project data, Insight analyzes the design attributes of LEED certified buildings within a specified geographic region and allows builders and desig more

Johnson Controls Debuts Software to Detect Returning Persons of Interest

MILWAUKEE, Wisconsin, Jan. 10 -- Johnson Controls, a producers of automotive parts such as batteries and electronics and HVAC equipment for buildings, issued the following news release: * * * - Ideal for retail, education, and other businesses, exacqVision Facial Matching solution is powered by Tyco AI * * * Johnson Controls introduces the exacqVision Facial Matching solution, an Artificial Intelligence enabled system that provides immediate notification of persons of interest who are return more

Leading Broadcast and Cable Networks Join Nielsen to Test Linear Addressable TV Advertising Platform

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: * * * - A+E Networks, AMC Networks, CBS, Discovery, FOX, NBCUniversal, WarnerMedia and other media publishers double down on addressable TV initiatives ahead of the 2020 Upfronts * * * Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) announced the beta launch of its Addressable TV platform. As part of the beta, programmers including A+E Networks, AMC Networks, CBS, Discovery, FOX, NBCUniversal and WarnerMedia will test more

Marijuana Detected in Homicide Victims Nearly Doubles: Columbia University

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 [TNSmedicalresearch-Injury Epidemiology journal] -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: * * * - Over Two-Thirds Of Adolescent Victims Aged 15-20 Tested Positive In 2016 * * * Researchers at Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health assessed the time trends in alcohol and marijuana detected in homicide victims and found that the prevalence of marijuana almost doubled, increasing from 22 percent in 2004 to 42 percent in 20 more

Mastercard Launches Augmented Reality Experience to Bring Card Benefits to Life

PURCHASE, New York, Jan. 9 -- Mastercard issued the following news release: * * * - New application informs and empowers cardholders to maximize the full potential of their card benefits * * * Mastercard unveiled a new augmented reality (AR) app that lets cardholders see, explore and access the benefits of their Mastercard. The industry-first card benefits app delivers a photorealistic AR experience that transports users to a 360-degree virtual environment, where a series of interactive port more

Mayor De Blasio and Speaker Johnson Announce Over 100,000 New Yorkers Enrolled in Fair Fares

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - Fair Fares meets milestone ahead of open enrollment beginning on January 27th * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio and New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson announced that over 100,000 New Yorkers have enrolled in the City's Fair Fares initiative, marking a major milestone since the initiative's inception. This milestone is met during the first phase of Fair Fares, representing more than 50% of the take more

Mayor De Blasio Announces 100 Security Cameras to Be Installed in Brooklyn

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - Part of City's ongoing efforts to prevent anti-Semitic hate crimes * * * Mayor de Blasio announced that the NYPD will be installing 100 new security cameras in Williamsburg, Crown Heights and Borough Park. The surveying will begin immediately, and the first 30 cameras will be installed by March. The NYPD will work with community members to identify the best locations for the remaining 70 cameras wit more

Megren Al-Shaalan Joins White & Case as a Partner

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has boosted its Saudi practice capabilities with the addition of Megren Al-Shaalan as a partner. "White & Case has long had a strong Saudi practice, and Megren's arrival significantly enhances our capabilities in the Kingdom," said White & Case partner Doug Peel, Head of the Middle East. "Megren has been deeply involved in the design and delivery of Saudi Arabia's 2030 Vision in more

Merchant & Gould Promotes Three Attorneys to Partners in Three Offices

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Jan. 10 -- Merchant and Gould, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Grows Local Leadership in Atlanta, New York and Knoxville * * * Merchant & Gould promoted three attorneys in three of its offices around the country - a notable way to launch the New Year. Effective Jan. 1, 2020, the promotions include Loretta L. Freeman in Atlanta; Benjamin H. Graf in New York; and Ian G. McFarland in Knoxville, Tenn. "We are excited to expand our leadership and em more

Metro-North Rail Road Announces Three Stations to Become ADA-Accessible

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- The Metro-North Railroad, a sub-agency of New York State Metropolitan Transportation Authority, issued the following news release on Jan. 8: * * * - Upgrades Coming to Williams Bridge, Woodlawn and Wakefield Stations * * * MTA Metro-North Railroad President Catherine Rinaldi announced that the railroad will make Williams Bridge, Woodlawn, and Wakefield stations accessible as part of the 2020-2024 Capital Plan. The stations join Ludlow Station which was announced last Sept more

N.H. PUC Issues Letter on JOSCO Energy

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 7 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the text of the following letter: To: Mr. Marc Reichmann, JOSCO Energy Corp., 200 Route 17 South, 200C, Mahwah, NJ 07430 RE: JOSCO Energy Corp. - Annual Compliance 2020 Dear Mr. Reichmann: Thank you for your recent submittal pursuant to Section 2.D.1 of the New York State Department of Public Service's Uniform Business Practices (UBP). This letter is to inform you that the documentation submitted has been reviewe more

N.Y. A.G. James and Superintendent Lacewell to Force Mortgage Company to Return Foreclosed Homes to 58 New York Families

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release on Jan. 10: * * * - New Yorkers Will Receive Cash Payments and Have Homes Paid Off - Vision and Affiliates Will Wind Down and Permanently Cease Residential Real Estate Business in New York * * * New York Attorney General Letitia James and New York Superintendent of Financial Services Linda Lacewell announced an agreement, subject to court approval, with South Carolina-based real estate company Vis more

N.Y. A.G. James Fights to Stop Restrictions on Women's Reproductive Rights From Taking Effect

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: New York Attorney General Letitia James, along with a coalition of 19 additional attorneys general from around the nation, filed a multistate amicus brief in support of a lawsuit that seeks to protect a woman's right to safe and legal abortion care without the burdensome restrictions imposed by Arkansas laws. The brief -- filed in support of the plaintiffs in Little Rock Family Planning Services v. Le more

N.Y. A.G. James Issues Statement on Public Charge Rule

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following statement on Jan. 8 regarding the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit denied the Trump administration's efforts to immediately reverse a nationwide preliminary injunction on the president's Public Charge Rule: "Today is a victory for the millions of immigrants in our state and in this country that have been sidelined, disrespected, and demeaned by the Trump Administration. "Generations have come to this c more

N.Y. A.G. James Secures Settlement for Victims of Sexual Harassment and Discrimination at Spotted Pig Restaurant

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release: * * * - $240,000 and 10-Year Profit Share Given to 11 Former Employees of Kenneth Friedman-Owned West Village Restaurant * * * Attorney General Letitia James announced a settlement awarding $240,000 and a 10-year profit sharing arrangement for 11 former employees with Kenneth Friedman, the owner and operator of New York City's West Village restaurant The Spotted Pig. An investigation conducted by t more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces 29th Proposal of the 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled the 29th proposal of his 2020 State of the State: a $300 million plan to reimagine the Erie Canal by creating recreational activities on the Canal to boost tourism, mitigating flooding, enhancing irrigation and recreational fishing and restoring wetlands. The Governor is recommending the New York Power Authority Board, which now oversees the Canal Corporation as a subs more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces 30th Proposal of the 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following transcript: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled the 30th proposal of his 2020 State of the State: creating the Empire Station Complex - a 21st century transit complex on Manhattan's West Side. During a speech at the Association for a Better New York, the Governor announced the plan to transform the existing Penn Station site, integrate the soon-to-be completed Moynihan Train Hall and acquire the block south of Penn St more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces 30th Proposal of the 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 7 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled the 30th proposal of his 2020 State of the State: creating the Empire Station Complex - a 21st century transit complex on Manhattan's West Side. During a speech at the Association for a Better New York, the Governor announced the plan to transform the existing Penn Station site, integrate the soon-to-be completed Moynihan Train Hall and acquire the block south of Penn more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces 32nd Proposal of the 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled the 32nd proposal of his 2020 State of the State: expanding on New York's historic $175 million Workforce Development Initiative to meet emerging job demand. The Governor put forward a series of plans, including new workforce training centers and programs that will retrain and prepare people for new jobs. By expanding the Workforce Development Initiative to target emer more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces 34th Proposal of the 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled the 34th proposal of his 2020 State of the State - strengthening the relationship between local police and the communities they serve. The relationship between law enforcement and some local communities is severely stressed following several viral videos showing recent interactions between police and civilians. To help address this situation, the Governor is proposin more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces 35th Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 35th proposal of his 2020 State of the State Agenda - addressing veteran and law enforcement suicides and homelessness. Under the proposal, the Governor will direct funding within the Homeless Housing and Assistance Program to be used to close the gap in veterans housing across the state. The Governor will also direct the State Office of Mental Health to partner more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces 36th Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Strengthening Oversight of Physicians and Other Medical Professionals - New Requirements Protect Patients by Enhancing the Authority of Department of Health's Office of Professional Medical Conduct * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 36th proposal of his 2020 State of the State Agenda - strengthening the oversight of physicians and other medical professionals to protect patients. more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Announces State Assistance to the Town of Franklin Highway Department Following Devastating Fire

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - State Department of Transportation Sends Loader, Service Truck and Three Snowplows to Replace Equipment Destroyed in December Garage Fire * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced that the State has sent three snowplows and provided other assistance to the Town of Franklin Highway Department in Franklin County to help the department recover from a devastating fire at its garage in Vermontvil more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Deploys State Power Authority Officials to Puerto Rico to Assist With Earthquake Response

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 7 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Team of 10 NYPA Experts on the Ground Working to Address Recent Blackouts and Stabilize the Island's Power Systems to Avoid Power Outages * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo deployed personnel from the New York Power Authority to Puerto Rico to assist in emergency response efforts following this morning's back-to-back earthquakes that caused widespread blackouts across most of the island. "Durin more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Issues Statement Directs Hate Crimes Task Force to Investigate Anti-Semitic Incident in Brooklyn

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 7 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following statement directing the State Police Hate Crimes Task Force to investigate the anti-Semitic incident in Brooklyn: "I am completely disgusted by yet another incident of bias that occurred in Brooklyn on Saturday night, when a man on a bicycle yelled anti-Semitic slurs at a member of our Jewish community. "As upwards of 25,000 New Yorkers showed during yesterday's solidarity march, these cowards who spew hate and div more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Outlines 2020 Agenda: Making Progress Happen

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following transcript on Jan. 8: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo delivered his 2020 State of the State address. The Governor's 2020 agenda - Making Progress Happen - features nation-leading proposals to tackle critical issues facing New York and the country including a domestic terrorism law to address the spike in hate crimes, a $3 billion environmental bond act to fight climate change, legalized cannabis and historic infrastructure more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 22nd Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 22nd proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda - preserving 4,000 acres of open space in the Mid-Hudson Valley. These latest acquisitions will expand seven different state parks, adding new trails and viewpoints, as well as conserving valuable ecological corridors. The acquisitions represent an investment of $20.6 million in state funding from the Environment more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 23rd Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Investing $9 Million in Unmanned Aerial System Experimentation and Test Facility at Griffiss International Airport - Skydome Will Be Latest Advancement to Complement New York State's Unparalleled Drone Testing Capability * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 23rd proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda - investing $9 million to establish a small unmanned aerial system, or sUAS more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 24th Proposal for 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 24th proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda - expansions of three industry-leading high technology companies in the City of Rochester that will further grow the Finger Lakes regional economy as part of the Governor's continued commitment to growing the high-tech ecosystem in and around Rochester's Downtown Innovation Zone. Cloud management platform company more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 25th Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 25th proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda -- protecting the health of Lake George's waters. New York will provide an additional $9.4 million in grants to the Village of Lake George in Warren County to repair and upgrade its wastewater collection infrastructure and preserve the water quality and natural beauty of Lake George. The $9.4 million will be prov more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 26th Proposal of 2020 State of He State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 26th proposal of his 2020 State of the State address - a $14 million project to build a new Mid-Station Lodge at Whiteface Mountain Ski Resort replacing the structure that was destroyed by fire on November 30, 2019. The Olympic Regional Development Authority will begin constructing the new lodge this spring. "As the North Country and New York State continue to se more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 27th Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 27th proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda effectuating the long deferred transfer of Pier 76 from its use as a tow pound for the NYPD to the control of the Hudson River Park Trust to integrate into the park complex. The nearly 250,000 square foot tow pound is located along the waterfront in Manhattan, across from the new Javits Center, Hudson Yards, and more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 28th Proposal for 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 7 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 28th proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda - transforming Buffalo's North Aud Block at Canalside based on community and stakeholder input. The concept would incorporate elements of the district's historic character, while creating a vibrant mix of residences, restaurants and shops, as well as added parking. The plan is based on an interpretation of the hi more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo Unveils 33rd Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 8 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * - Banning Sex Offenders from MTA Transit Systems - New Law Would Put in Place Three-Year Ban for Repeat and High-Risk Sexual Offenders from MTA Subway, Bus and Rail Systems * * * Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 33rd proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda - banning repeat and high-risk sexual offenders from accessing the MTA subway, bus and rail systems. The Governor will advanc more

N.Y. Gov. Cuomo: Secretary to the Governor Melissa DeRosa Is a Guest on NY1's Inside City Hall With Errol Louis

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following transcript on Jan. 8: Secretary to the Governor Melissa DeRosa was a guest on NY1's Inside City Hall with Errol Louis, where she discussed the Governor's State of the State address and agenda for New York State. Errol Louis: Joining me now from Albany to talk more about all of this is the most senior aide in the Cuomo Administration. Melissa DeRosa serves as Secretary to the Governor. Welcome back to the program. V more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Administration Releases Internet Master Plan For City's Broadband Future

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release: * * * - First-in-nation plan provides roadmap to universal broadband; steps the City will take to close the digital divide * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio and Chief Technology Officer John Paul Farmer announced the New York City Internet Master Plan, a bold vision for affordable, high-speed, reliable broadband service across all five boroughs that offers seamless connectivity at home and on the go. The plan envis more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Administration Secures Nearly $500,000 in Restitution for 4,500 Home Health Aides

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following news release on Jan. 9: * * * - New settlements part of Department of Consumer and Worker Protection's major investigation into industry compliance with the New York City Paid Safe and Sick Leave Law * * * Mayor Bill de Blasio and Department of Consumer and Worker Protection (DCWP) Commissioner Lorelei Salas announced settlement agreements with 11 home care agencies to resolve violations of the New York City Paid Safe an more

N.Y. Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Appearance at Live on Brian Lehrer Show

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript on Jan. 10: Ilya Marritz: Good Friday morning everyone. It's the Brian Lehrer Show on WNYC. I am Ilya Marritz, a reporter from the WNYC newsroom and the cohost of the Trump Inc. podcast, filling for Brian. Later in the show I'll be talking with my colleague Andrea Bernstein about her new book, American Oligarchs. It is all about the Kushners and the Trumps. But first it's the Brian Lehrer Show's weekly Ask the Ma more

N.Y. PSC Issues Notice Involving Three Companies

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 7 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following notice (Case No. 17-F-0619) involving Hecate Energy Greene 1, Hecate Energy Green 2 and Hecate Energy Green County 3: Application of Hecate Energy Greene 1 LLC, Hecate Energy Green 2 LLC, and Hecate Energy Green County 3 LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 of the Public Service Law for Construction of a Solar Electric Generating Facility Located i more

N.Y. PSC Issues Ruling on Atlantic Wind

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 8 -- The New York State Public Service Commission issued the following ruling (Case No. 16-F-0267) involving Atlantic Wind: Application of Atlantic Wind LLC for a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need Pursuant to Article 10 for Construction of the Deer River Wind Energy Project in Lewis and Jefferson Counties. RULING ON INTERVENOR FUNDING (Issued January 7, 2020) JAMES A. COSTELLO, GREGG C. SAYRE AND DANIEL P. O'CONNELL, Examiners: As stated in a more

N.Y. State Assembly Speaker Heastie Issues Remarks at Opening of 243rd Legislative Session

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following remarks on Jan. 9 by Speaker Carl E. Heastie opening the 243rd legislative session: Please join me in welcoming Rabbi Matthew Cutler from Congregation Gates of Heaven. I would also like to thank Reverend Naomi Tyler-Lloyd, Pastor of Trinity Baptist Church from my assembly district in the Bronx for being here with us today. And of course, I want to thank my princess, Taylor, for being here with me today. I also want more

N.Y. State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Municipal Audits

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced the following local government audits have been issued. Village of Cobleskill - Misappropriated Funds and Board Oversight (Schoharie County) The board failed to implement proper internal controls and the former clerk-treasurer did not adequately perform her duties. As a result, the former clerk-treasurer received inappropriate pa more

N.Y. State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases School District Audits

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced the following school district audits have been issued. Hermon-DeKalb Central School District - Claims Auditing (St. Lawrence County) District officials implemented well-designed internal controls over the claims audit process. Auditors reviewed 82 claims totaling $560,008 of the $4.5 million (12 percent) claims paid during the a more

N.Y. State Department of Environmental Conservation Statewide Forest Ranger Actions for 12/20 - 5/1/20

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 8 -- 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

N.Y. State Education Department Issues Joint Statement on National Board Certification

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 8 -- The New York State Education Department issued the following joint statement by Chancellor Betty A. Rosa and Interim State Education Commissioner Shannon Tahoe: "The Board of Regents and the State Education Department congratulate the 97 teachers from across New York State who earned the prestigious national certification from the National Board for Professional Teaching Standards. "To obtain a national certification, teachers must complete a performance-based, peer more

Nearly Two in Three U.S. Ride-Hailers Would Give Up Their Car for Ride-Hailing Services, Accenture Study Finds

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, issued the following news release: * * * - More than nine in 10 U.S. consumers satisfied with ride-hailing companies, yet brand loyalty remains elusive * * * Nearly two-thirds (63%) of U.S. car owners who use ride-hailing services said they would consider giving up their personal vehicle over the next decade in favor of ride-hailing, according to new research from Accenture (NYSE: ACN). Based on a survey of more than 1, more

New CNN Original Series 'The Windsors: Inside the Royal Dynasty' and Season Two of 'Race for the White House' Debut Sunday, February 16

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- CNN, a cable channel owned by Time Warner's Turner Broadcasting System, issued the following press room announcement: It's a night full of power, prestige and politics as CNN Original Series debuts the second season of Race for the White House at 9 p.m. (ET/PT) and the series premiere of The Windsors: Inside the Royal Dynasty at 10 p.m. (ET/PT) on Sunday, February 16. Race for the White House is a six-part CNN Original Series narrated by Academy Award winner Mahershala Ali more

New Nationwide Survey Finds That Debt Weighs Heavy on the Minds of Americans

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Jan. 6 -- Nationwide Mutual Insurance issued the following news release: * * * - Nationwide Introduces 'Nimbl' App to Help Users Create a Plan to Get Out Debt And Stick to it as Life Changes * * * Dealing with debt is foremost on the minds of many Americans and understandably so. In December, the New York Federal Reserve announced that Americans have a record $14 trillion in debt, including mortgages, credit cards, and student loans. The situation can cause a great deal of an more

New York City Comptroller Stringer Issues Statement on Bombardier R179 Subway Cars

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- New York City Comptroller Scott M. Stringer issued the following statement on Bombardier R179 subway cars: "The New York City subway riders who foot the bill for the MTA's $600 million contract with Bombardier were promised new, state-of-the-art train cars to help modernize our ailing transit system. "Now, all the cars that were delivered so far have been pulled from service due to critical defects. It is completely unacceptable. "Last month my office released an audit tha more

New York City Health Plus Hospitals Partners with State University of New York College to Enhance Vision Services

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: * * * - The partnership will expedite the hiring of optometrists to practice at NYC Health + Hospitals/Woodhull and at three NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health facilities - Optometrists can detect eye and vision problems early, which can lead to better learning outcomes for school-age children, increased work productivity for adults, and help reveal presence of undetected chronic diseases, such as diabe more

New York City Police Department: Overall Crime in New York City Hits Record Low in 2019

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- The New York City Police Department issued the following news release: * * * - NYPD Launches Youth Forum - New Cross-Agency Initiative to Prevent, Address and Curb Youth Violence * * * New York City achieved record low overall index crime in 2019, improving upon last year's records for public safety and crime reduction in the modern era. In 2019, overall crime is lower than in 2018, dropping to a new benchmark of approximately 95,000 incidents - with 872 fewer victims th more

New York Gov. Cuomo Directs State Health Department to Activate Enhanced Preparedness Monitoring of Healthcare Facilities

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: As the number of laboratory-confirmed flu cases and flu-related hospitalizations continue their steady increase statewide, Governor Andrew M. Cuomo directed the New York State Department of Health to take additional steps to ensure healthcare facilities are prepared for the remainder of the flu season. The Governor directed the Department to begin enhanced monitoring of hospitals through the Health Em more

New York Gov. Cuomo Proposal to Create Empire Station Complex in Manhattan Endorsed by New York City Leaders

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled the 30th proposal of his 2020 State of the State: creating the Empire Station Complex - a 21st century transit complex on Manhattan's West Side. During a speech at the Association for a Better New York, the Governor announced the plan to transform the existing Penn Station site, integrate the soon-to-be completed Moynihan Train Hall and acquire the block south of Penn more

New York Gov. Cuomo Unveils 31st Proposal of 2020 State of the State

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 6 -- Gov. Andrew Cuomo, D-New York, issued the following news release: Governor Andrew M. Cuomo announced the 31st proposal of his 2020 State of the State agenda - creating a comprehensive education and workforce training center to meet science, technology, engineering, the arts and mathematics job demand in Syracuse. The multipurpose facility will house a regional high school and a worker training and apprenticeship program administered by SUNY Empire State College and i more

New York Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Appearance on Inside City Hall

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript on appearance on Inside City Hall: Errol Louis: Welcome back to Inside City Hall. As we told you earlier, Mayor de Blasio and the NYPD announced today that hate crimes will now be incorporated into the Department's CompStat numbers so that officers can better track incidents. This comes after the NYPD released new statistics today about crime around the city and remains on high-alert after the U.S. killed a top Ir more

New York Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Crime Statistics

NEW YORK, Jan. 6 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript of a media availability about crime statistics: Police Commissioner Dermot F. Shea: Good afternoon, everyone. Mayor de Blasio will make some remarks in a moment, and then Chief Mike LiPetri, our new Chief of Crime Control Strategies, on my left will quantify the successes from 2019 and describe some of the issues we've identified over the past year. Let me start by thanking the men and women in New York City Polic more

New York Mayor De Blasio Issues Transcript on Protecting Health Care for All New Yorkers

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- New York Mayor Bill de Blasio issued the following transcript on Jan. 8 of a media availability about protecting health care for all New Yorkers: Mayor Bill de Blasio: Alright, fire away. Questions? Question: [Inaudible] Mayor: Well, I think as you saw in 2016, the Legislature feels very deeply that we have to protect health care for all New Yorkers. I'm obviously devoted to making sure that all the people who depend on our public hospitals and clinics are going to get the more

New York State Comptroller DiNapoli Issues Statement on Gov. Cuomo State Proposals

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 9 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following statement: "Governor Cuomo put forth dozens of proposals to tackle big and small issues. "His ambitious proposals hit on some important issues that we can address here in New York, in contrast to the gridlock we are witnessing in Washington. "The focus now turns to how the state will pay for these proposals and the Executive budget will be released soon. "There are tough decisions to be made to bal more

New York University Partners With IBM to Explore Quantum Computing for Simulation of Quantum Systems, Advancing Quantum Education

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- New York University issued the following news release: NYU will join the IBM Q Hub at the Air Force Research Lab to advance the fundamental research and use of quantum computing in simulation of quantum systems and advancing quantum education. New York University will join the IBM Q Hub at the Air Force Research Lab to advance the fundamental research and use of quantum computing in simulation of quantum systems and advancing quantum education. IBM will provide NYU with acc more

New York-Presbyterian Hospital: 8-Week Oral Drug Treatment Cures Hepatitis C Infection in 98% of Patients With Compensated Cirrhosis

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- New York-Presbyterian Hospital issued the following news release: An eight-week course of treatment with the daily oral drug glecaprevir/pibrentasvir cured chronic hepatitis C virus (HCV) infection in 98% of previously untreated patients with an asymptomatic form of cirrhosis or liver scarring known as compensated cirrhosis, according to the results of an international phase 3b clinical trial led by Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian. The simplified drug regi more

Nexstar Media Group and Nielsen Enter Into Multi-Year Measurement Services Agreement

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: * * * - Nielsen to Deliver Rating Services for Nexstar's 197 Local Television Stations, National Unwired Ratings, Digital Subchannels, Antenna TV and National Distribution of WGN America * * * Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) ("Nielsen") and Nexstar Media Group Inc. (NASDAQ: NXST) ("Nexstar") announced a multi-year agreement whereby Nielsen will provide a comprehensive suite of measurement services for more

Nielsen Acquires Merchandising and Analytics Solutions Leader Precima

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Nielsen, an information, data and measurement company, issued the following news: * * * - Accelerating Retail Services Around the World through Nielsen Global Connect * * * Nielsen (NYSE: NLSN) Global Connect announced that it has completed its acquisition of Precima(R), an industry-leading, SaaS-based provider of powerful retail and customer data applications and analytics, from Alliance Data Systems Corp. (NYSE: ADS). Through this acquisition, Nielsen Global Connect wi more

NYC Health Plus Hospitals Expands Access to Text Message Appointment Reminders to Improve Communications With Patients

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release: NYC Health + Hospitals announced the expansion of its text message appointment reminder platform. Live at NYC Health + Hospitals/Coney Island since July 2019, the new platform offered to patients in adult and pediatric primary care practices is now live at NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst, Queens, Woodhull and NYC Health + Hospitals/Gotham Health, Gouverneur. It is offered in the public health system's 14 m more

NYCEDC and Columbia Technology Ventures Launch Accelerator and Talent Network Initiative for Local Cyber Startups

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release on Jan. 9: * * * - Inventors to Founders Will Provide Funding, Mentorship, and Networking to Early-Stage Startups Led by Faculty, Researchers, Academics and Alumni From New York City's Leading Universities * * * New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and Columbia Technology Ventures announced the launch of Inventors to Founders (I2F), an early-stage startup accelerator and tal more

NYCEDC and New Lab Launch 2020 Edition of Circular City to Accelerate New York's Sustainability Vision

BROOKLYN, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York City Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release: * * * - In This Expanded Edition of the Program, Startups Will Apply Technologies to Reuse and Recycle Resources, Eliminate Waste, and Improve Energy Efficiency through Pilots across New York City * * * New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC) and New Lab announced the launch of the 2020 edition of the Circular City program to test and pilot solutions designed to addr more

NYS Comptroller DiNapoli Appoints First Director of Sustainable Investments and Climate Solutions

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release: New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli announced that Andrew Siwo has joined the New York State Common Retirement Fund (Fund) as its first-ever director of Sustainable Investments and Climate Solutions to support the implementation of the Fund's Climate Action Plan. "We are fortunate to have Andrew Siwo's experience and expertise to help advance the Fund's ongoing pursuit of sma more

O'Reilly Announces Speaker Lineup for Software Architecture Conference New York 2020

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Jan. 7 -- O'Reilly Media issued the following news release: * * * - The event will cover the full spectrum of the software architecture industry--from maintaining legacy systems to understanding emerging trends and technologies. * * * O'Reilly, the premier source for insight-driven learning on technology and business, announced the agenda and lineup of speakers presenting at its Software Architecture Conference. The event will take place February 23-26 in New York, NY, more

Of Yeast and Men - Dr. Ian Willis - Scientist, Brewer: Yeshiva University

BRONX, New York, Jan. 11 -- Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine issued the following news release on Jan. 9: When Dr. Ian Willis, professor of biochemistry and of systems & computational biology at Einstein, began homebrewing beer 11 years ago, he did not foresee it becoming both a treasured hobby and a catalyst for a social, environmental project in his neighborhood. Ian arrived at Einstein 31 years ago after receiving his Ph.D. from the University of New South Wales, in more

Oklahoma Democratic Party Names Social Justice Advocate as New Interim Executive Director

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Jan. 8 -- The Oklahoma Democratic Party issued the following news release: The Oklahoma Democratic Party announced that Scott J. Hamilton will be joining the staff as Interim Executive Director. A nationally recognized social justice advocate, Hamilton is best known in Oklahoma for his work on behalf of the LGBTQ+ community. Party Chair, Alicia Andrews, said that Hamilton's broad nonprofit management experience, coupled with his national and international communication more

One of the Things That We Really Need to Do Here in Washington Is Restore the Public's Faith in Their Public Servants

WASHINGTON, Jan. 11 -- The Ripon Society issued the following news: The Ripon Society and Franklin Center for Global Policy Exchange hosted a bipartisan breakfast discussion yesterday morning with three Members of Congress who are leading the effort on Capitol Hill to break partisan gridlock and find common ground on some of the key challenges facing the American people. The leaders were: U.S. Reps. Greg Walden, a Republican who represents the 2nd District of Oregon; U.S. Rep. Tom Reed, a Repu more

Ontellus Announces Investment by Aquiline Capital Partners and the CapStreet Group

HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 8 -- CapStreet Group, an equity firm that invests in owner-managed, lower middle market companies, issued the following news: Ontellus(TM), a leader in outsourced records retrieval, announced the completion of an investment in the company by Aquiline Capital Partners, a private equity firm based in New York and London who invests in businesses globally, across financial services and technology. Aquiline invested alongside The CapStreet Group, LLC, a current investor in the more

Organizational Self-Management Pioneer Shares Message of Change With Forbes' Speakers Network

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Forbes Media, a global media, branding and technology company with a focus on news and information about business, investing, technology, entrepreneurship, leadership and affluent lifestyles, issued the following news release on Jan. 8: * * * - Doug Kirkpatrick Announced as an Official ForbesSpeaker - This release is posted on behalf of ForbesSpeakers (operated by Advantage Media Group under license). * * * Doug Kirkpatrick, author and the first financial controller of M more

PC Connection and Dorian LPG Set to Join S&P SmallCap 600

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- S&P Dow Jones Indices, a division of S&P Global, issued the following news release: S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P SmallCap 600: * PC Connection Inc. (NASD:CNXN) will replace Jagged Peak Energy Inc. (NYSE:JAG) effective prior to the open of trading on Friday, January 10. Parsley Energy Inc. (NYSE:PE) is acquiring Jagged Peak Energy in a transaction expected to be completed soon pending final conditions. * Dorian LPG Ltd. (NYSE: LPG) will r more

Penn Triangle to Undergo $1.7 Million Transformation as Part of NYC Parks' Community Parks Initiative

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- The New York City Department of Parks and Recreation issued the following news release: NYC Parks Brooklyn Borough Commissioner Maher joined Prospect Park Alliance President Sue Donoghue, City Council Member Stephen Levin, President of the United Jewish Organizations of Williamsburg and North Brooklyn Rabbi David Niederman, members of Community Board 1, and community members to break ground on the reconstruction of Penn Triangle-- a Community Parks Initiative (CPI) site. " more

Pillsbury Adds Real Estate Finance Pro Robert Grados as Partner

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - New Arrival Continues Expansion of Firm's Real Estate Team in New York * * * Pillsbury has recruited Robert Grados, a prominent leader in the area of real estate finance--particularly repurchase credit facilities, warehouse lines of credit and loan originations--as partner in the firm's real estate practice. He joins the firm's New York office from Jones Day, significantly expanding Pi more

Pillsbury's State and Local Tax Practice Adds Zachary Atkins as Special Counsel

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * - Ex-Fitzgerald USA Deputy GC Reunites with Former Colleagues after In-House Stint * * * Pillsbury is pleased to announce the addition of Zachary Atkins to its renowned State & Local Tax (SALT) practice. Atkins will join Pillsbury's Nashville office as a special counsel to expand the firm's nationwide SALT practice. Atkins previously served as a deputy general counsel to Fitzgerald USA more

Plasticizers May Contribute to Motor Control Problems in Girls: Columbia University

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 [TNSmedicalresearch-Environment International journal] -- Columbia University's Mailman School of Public Health issued the following news: Scientists at the Columbia Center for Children's Environmental Health (CCCEH) have uncovered a link between prenatal exposure to phthalates--a ubiquitous group of plasticizers and odor-enhancing chemicals--and deficits in motor function in girls. Phthalates are widely used in consumer products from plastic toys to household building material more

Port Authority, Westfield and China Institute Partner to Offer Expanded Lunar New Year Activities at WTC

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey issued the following news release: Building on its widely successful, first-ever Lunar New Year celebration on the World Trade Center campus last year, the Port Authority, in partnership with Westfield and the China Institute, announced that it will stage an even more elaborate series of activities this year to mark the occasion. The Lunar New Year events will kick off on Sunday, January 12, with a Chinese Lantern Making activi more

Princeton University Press Publishes 'Inside the Critics' Circle: Book Reviewing in Uncertain Times'

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Jan. 7 -- Princeton University Press issued the following book description: Inside the Critics' Circle: Book Reviewing in Uncertain Times by Phillipa K. Chong Taking readers behind the scenes in the world of fiction reviewing, Inside the Critics' Circle explores the ways that critics evaluate books despite the inherent subjectivity involved, and the uncertainties of reviewing when seemingly anyone can be a reviewer. Drawing on interviews with critics from such venues as more

Public Invited to Utah State University Convocation by Former Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis

LOGAN, Utah, Jan. 7 -- Utah State University issued the following news: Former Secretary of Defense and retired four-star Marine Corps General James Mattis will visit Utah State University on Tuesday, Jan. 21. A guest of USU's Center for Anticipatory Intelligence, Mattis was commander of the U.S. Central Command from 2010-13 and served as defense secretary from January 2017 to December 2018. Mattis' most recent book, "Call Sign Chaos: Learning to Lead," went to No. 1 on the New York Times Best more

Questioning 'Usual Care' in Clinical Research: Yeshiva University

BRONX, New York, Jan. 8 [TNSmedicalresearch-American Journal of Bioethics] -- Yeshiva University's Albert Einstein College of Medicine issued the following news release: Comparative effectiveness studies have become increasingly common in recent years. Such studies contain at least one group of participants who receive "usual care," defined as the current treatment used in the ordinary course of care. When properly designed, comparative effectiveness studies can improve patient care by identi more

Redemption of 4.95% Notes Due 2047 and Termination of Listing on the Taipei Exchange

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon Communications Inc. (NYSE, NASDAQ: VZ) announced that it will redeem all of the outstanding 4.95% notes due February 11, 2047 (the "Notes") in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Notes and the related indenture and delist the Notes from the Taipei Exchange on February 11, 2020 (the "Redemption Date") and that it has caused notice of redemption to be given to ea more

Reed Smith Announces 29 New Partners, 35 New Counsel Firmwide

NEW YORK, Pennsylvania, Jan. 7 -- Reed Smith, a law firm, issued the following news release: Reed Smith announced the promotion of 64 lawyers across its global platform, effective January 1, 2020. More than half of the class that advanced to partner and counsel this year are women. The firm's 29 new partners are spread among 16 offices and 13 practice groups, and women comprise almost half of the new partner class. The 35 new counsel are from 11 offices and 12 practices, and this group consist more

Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Announces New Degree Program in Biological Neuroscience

TROY, New York, Jan. 8 -- Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute issued the following news: * * * - New undergraduate program examines structure and function of the brain * * * A new degree program in biological neuroscience at Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute explores the structure and function of the brain and nervous system. The major, which was recently approved by the New York State Education Department, will be offered beginning in the spring 2020 semester through the Rensselaer Department o more

Rich High Promoted to CEO of FlightSafety Textron Aviation Training

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- FlightSafety International issued the following news release: FlightSafety Textron Aviation Training announces that Rich High has been promoted to CEO. He assumes this responsibility from Brian Moore who has been named Senior Vice President of Operations, FlightSafety International. "Rich is a highly valued member of our management team and a very capable leader," said David Davenport, President & CEO, FlightSafety International. "Our Customers and Teammates value and appre more

RSM Opens Retail Experience Center at NRF Big Show 2020

CHICAGO, Illinois, Jan. 9 -- RSM US, an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release: RSM US LLP ("RSM") - the nation's leading provider of audit, tax and consulting services focused on the middle market - invites National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show participants to the firm's interactive Retail Experience Center in New York during NRF 2020. This one-of-a-kind immersive experience offers retailers a firsthand look into how RSM can help businesses leverage t more

S&P Dow Jones Indices Issues Financials for 4th Quarter of 2019

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- S&P Dow Jones Indices, a division of S&P Global, issued the following news release: S&P Dow Jones Indices announced that indicated dividend net increases (increases less decreases) for U.S. domestic common stocks were $10.6 billion during Q4 2019, up 44.2% from Q4 2018's $7.4 billion increase. For Q4 2019, aggregate increases amounted to $11.97 billion, up 1.0%, from Q4 2018's $11.85 billion. Aggregate dividend cuts, however, decreased 69.9% to $1.35 billion from $4.48 bill more

S&P Global Platts: White House NEPA Proposal Seeks to Speed Up Oil, Gas Pipeline Reviews

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- S&P Global Platts, a subsidiary of S&P Global, issued the following news: * * * - Narrowed view of environmental effects, climate impact - Time limits for environmental reviews * * * The White House Thursday released a proposed rule to speed federal reviews of pipeline and other infrastructure projects under the National Environmental Policy Act, delving into disputed areas of law and appearing to constrain federal agency consideration of climate change impact indirectl more

SAS Highlights Success With Belk, Sodimac and Shop Direct at NRF 2020

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- SAS Institute, a business analytics software and services provider, issued the following news release on Jan. 10: * * * - 'Runway' mood and style captured with AI and computer vision from NRF 2020 attendees * * * Customers and innovative technology again take center stage as SAS' focus during the annual NRF 2020 Big Show and EXPO. Whether shopping for new shoes for a family vacation or hardwood flooring to complete a remodeling project, consumers are in the driver's seat more

Servant Leadership is Good for Business--and Women Are Better at It: SUNY

BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 7 [TNSsociologyresearch-Personnel Psychology journal] -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: For decades, studies have shown men are more likely than women to be perceived as good leaders--even when they do or say the same things. But when it comes to servant leadership, women have the advantage, according to new research from the University at Buffalo School of Management. "When people think of a strong leader, many people more

Skanska Builds Addition to Spaulding Hall at the University of New Hampshire in Durham, New Hampshire for $32 Million

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Skanska has signed a contract with the University of New Hampshire of the University System of New Hampshire to construct an addition to Spaulding Hall at their University in Durham, New Hampshire. The contract is worth $32 million which will be included in the US order bookings for the fourth quarter 2019. The project includes the construction of a 40,000 square-foot addition adjacent to more

Skanska Builds Health and Human Services Building at University in New Haven, Connecticut for $48 Million Contract

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: * * * - Skanska has signed a contract with the state of Connecticut to build a new Southern Connecticut State University health and human services building in New Haven, Connecticut. The contract is worth $48 million which will be included in the US order bookings for the fourth quarter of 2019. * * * The project includes the construction of a new four-story 94,750 square-foot building, w more

Skanska Builds New Surgery and Clinic Center in Atlanta, Georgia for $113 Million

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Skanska, a construction and development company, issued the following news release: Skanska has, as part of a joint venture with H.J. Russell & Company, signed a contract with Grady Health System (Grady) to build the new Center for Advanced Surgical Services (CASS) in Atlanta, Georgia. Skanska will include its 75 percent share of the contract worth $113 million, in the US order bookings for the fourth quarter of 2019. The 10-story, about 53,000 square meters (576,960-square more

Speaker Heastie Announces Assembly's Continued Commitment to Going Green With Use of LED Lights in the Chamber

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 10 -- The New York State Assembly issued the following news release: Speaker Carl Heastie announced that the Assembly, in conjunction with the New York State Office of General Services (OGS), updated most of the lights in the Assembly Chamber to more energy efficient light emitting diode (LED) lights. The new LED lights draw less than a quarter the amount of energy of the previous lighting, while improving the quality of lighting in the chamber. "Here in the People's Hou more

Squire Patton Boggs: Stephen Anway Appointed to ICSID Panel of Arbitrators

NEW YORK, Jan. 8 -- Squire Patton Boggs issued the following news: Squire Patton Boggs partner Stephen Anway has been appointed by the government of the Slovak Republic to the Panel of Arbitrators of the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), an autonomous international institution - affiliated with the World Bank - which is the world's principal forum for resolving disputes between foreign investors and sovereign nations. Mr. Anway will serve for a term of six year more

St. Lucie County Earns Multiple AVA Digital Awards

FORT PIERCE, Florida, Jan. 11 -- St. Lucie County issued the following news: For the second consecutive year, St. Lucie County's Communications Division earned recognition from the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals' (AMCP) annual 2020 AVA Digital Awards competition. St. Lucie County was awarded: * A Platinum Award in the Video Production/Commercials/Tourism category for the Mr. Met Visits St. Lucie spot created for the Tourism Office's partnership with the New York Mets more

St. Regis Mohawk Tribe: Tribal Pesticide Regulation Adopted

AKWESASNE, New York, Jan. 11 -- The St. Regis Mohawk Tribe, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release: The Saint Regis Mohawk Tribal Council announced they have adopted a Tribal Pesticide Regulation through the signing of Tribal Council Resolution 2020-01 on Tsiothorhko:wa/January 8, 2020. Led by the Tribe's Environment Division, the tribal regulation's development and adoption helps ensure the protection of tribal member's health by reducing unnecessary ex more

Starr Insurance Companies Appoints Paul O'Ryan as Canadian Territory Manager, General Aviation

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Starr Companies, a provider of property, casualty, accident and health insurance products, issued the following news: Starr Insurance Companies announced the appointment of Paul O'Ryan as Canadian territory manager, general aviation effective January 6th. "Mr. O'Ryan brings more than 20 years of both aviation and insurance experience to Starr," stated Kyle Sparks, senior vice president, chief underwriting officer GA/CR, Starr Insurance Companies. "This new role allows us to more

Stifel Bolsters Financial Sponsors Coverage and Leveraged Finance Platform

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Jan. 9 -- Stifel Financial, a financial services holding company, issued the following news release: Stifel Financial Corp. (NYSE: SF) announced several new appointments aimed at growing the firm's coverage of financial sponsors. Veteran investment banker Ted Tutun is among those who recently joined the firm. He brings to Stifel more than 25 years of investment banking experience and maintains strong relationships with many financial sponsors, especially in the New York Cit more

Study - How U.S. Sewage Plants Can Remove Medicines From Wastewater: SUNY

BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 11 [TNSenvironmentresearch-Environmental Science: Water Research & Technology Journal] -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release: * * * - New research shows that technologies are available, but the upgrades can be expensive * * * A study of seven wastewater treatment plants in the Eastern United States reveals a mixed record when it comes to removing medicines such as antibiotics and antidepressants. The research points to t more

SUNY Poly's AIAA Design, Build, Fly Team Accepted to 2020 Kansas Competition

ALBANY, New York, Jan. 11 -- The State University of New York's Polytechnic Institute issued the following news release: A fixed-wing drone designed by SUNY Polytechnic Institute (SUNY Poly) students has been selected to compete against those from other universities and colleges across the United States as part of the 2020 American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA) Design, Build, Fly (DBF) Competition in Wichita, Kan. Nine students from SUNY Poly's DBF team, including Joshua Mat more

Teachers College Press Publishes 'Why Race and Culture Matter in Schools'

NEW YORK, Jan. 11 -- Teachers College Press issued the following book description: Why Race and Culture Matter in Schools - Closing the Achievement Gap in America's Classrooms Second Edition by Tyrone C. Howard, Foreword by James A. Banks Issues tied to race and culture continue to be a part of the landscape of America's schools and classrooms. Given the rapid demographic transformation in the nation's states, cities, counties, and schools, it is essential that all school personnel acquire the more

TPG Hotels & Resorts Selects Infor Hospitality to Standardize Processes

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- Infor, an enterprise software provider, issued the following news release: * * * - Infor HMS to streamline business operations from the reservations desk to the back office * * * Infor, a global leader in business cloud software specialized by industry, announced that TPG Hotels & Resorts, a fully accredited operator and developer of many of the industry's most respected hotel brands, has selected Infor to standardize property management systems and provide a single sourc more

Tradeweb Reports December 2019 Trade Volume

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- 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, reported average daily volume (ADV) of $652.0 billion (bn) in aggregate for the month of December 2019, representing an increase of 5.9 percent year over year. Activity on Tradeweb trading platforms in December i more

Troutman Sanders and Pepper Hamilton Announce Plan to Combine

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Troutman Sanders, a law firm, issued the following news release: Troutman Sanders and Pepper Hamilton have agreed to merge effective April 1, 2020. The new law firm, Troutman Pepper Hamilton Sanders LLP, or "Troutman Pepper," will have 1,100 attorneys in 23 offices across the country. Troutman Pepper will offer its clients greater resources and bench strength, enhanced practices and expanded geographical reach. The announcement follows a vote by both firms' partnerships ear more

Troutman Sanders Partner Avi Schick to Serve on New State Task Force on Domestic Terrorism and Hate Crimes

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Troutman Sanders, a law firm, issued the following news release: Avi Schick, a partner in Troutman Sanders' Government Investigations, Compliance and Enforcement practice, has been appointed to serve on a newly-formed task force aimed at combating a noted surge in hate crimes in New York and across the country. The Task Force on Domestic Terrorism and Hate Crimes, organized by the New York State Bar Association (NYSBA), will study recent attacks and develop important policy more

UBS Issues Financials for 4th Quarter of 2019

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release: UBS invites you to the presentation of its fourth-quarter and full-year 2019 results on Tuesday, 21 January 2020. The results will be presented by Sergio P. Ermotti, Group Chief Executive Officer, Kirt Gardner, Group Chief Financial Officer, Martin Osinga, Investor Relations, and Mark Hengel, Communications & Branding. The earnings presentation and analysts Q&A session starting at 09.00 CET will be tran more

Utica College Professor Selected as Visiting Scholar at Hastings Center

UTICA, New York, Jan. 11 -- Utica College issued the following news release: * * * - Applied Ethics Scholar Riddle to Discuss Medical Aid in Dying * * * Christopher Riddle, associate professor of philosophy at Utica College and director of the college's Applied Ethics Institute, has been selected as a visiting scholar at the prestigious Hastings Center, the premier bioethics research center in the U.S. Riddle's areas of research include applied ethics, particularly philosophical issues aris more

Verizon Media Announces Rathi Murthy as Chief Technology Officer

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Verizon Media announced the appointment of Rathi Murthy as the company's Chief Technology Officer. Based in Sunnyvale, CA, Rathi will oversee Verizon Media's global technology strategy, leading the company's continued innovations in 5G, advertising and content, commerce and subscriptions. "Rathi is a stellar technology leader who, for over 20 years, has driven growth for some of more

Verizon's Vision is 2020 for Network Technology

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- Verizon, a communications and technology solutions company, issued the following news release: Leading the industry and introducing the most advanced technology is important, but only because it means our customers have early access to the best technology possible to run their businesses, enjoy entertainment, connect with loved ones and connect with the world around them in new and profound ways. In 2020, Verizon is poised to provide the platforms and tools businesses need more

Viacomcbs and Comcast Announce Content Carriage Agreement

NEW YORK, Jan. 9 -- CBS, a commercial broadcasting, publishing and television production company, issued the following news release: * * * - Deal Includes Retransmission Consent for 23 CBS-Owned Stations in 15 Markets as well as SHOWTIME, CBS Sports Network, Smithsonian Channel and Pop TV on Comcast Systems - Comcast is First MVPD to Partner with ViacomCBS to Launch CBS All Access App * * * ViacomCBS and Comcast Corporation announced the companies have renewed their content carriage agreeme more

Walmart Neighborhood Market Store in Miami Area Incorporates Time-Saving Innovations

BENTONVILLE, Arkansas, Jan. 8 -- Walmart issued the following news release: Over the last couple of years, our stores have been testing grounds for all sorts of innovations to improve the shopping experience. From our Intelligent Retail Lab in New York to InHome Delivery in Kansas City, Pittsburgh and Vero Beach, we're learning a lot about how we can use our physical assets to deliver new conveniences to our customers in many ways. In Miami, it's no different, and customers there tell us what more

Weber Named Provost and Executive Vice President for Academic Affairs: SUNY

BUFFALO, New York, Jan. 11 -- The State University of New York Buffalo campus issued the following news release on Jan. 9: A. Scott Weber has been named provost and executive vice president for academic affairs at the University at Buffalo following an international search launched in September. The announcement was made today by President Satish K. Tripathi, who cited Weber's significant leadership skills, outstanding academic credentials and clear vision for advancing UB as key factors in hi more

White & Case Advises Neoen on Hornsdale Power Reserve Expansion and Financing

NEW YORK, Jan. 10 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised Neoen on the expansion and project financing of the Hornsdale Power Reserve in South Australia. "The Hornsdale Power Reserve is the first standalone battery project in Australia to secure non-recourse project financing," said White & Case partner Ged Cochrane, who co-led the Firm's deal team. "Supporting grid stability with synthetic inertia technology will be criti more

White & Case Welcomes Back Victoria Rosamond as a Partner in New York

NEW YORK, Jan. 7 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP announced that Victoria Rosamond has rejoined its New York office as a partner in its Global Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A) Practice and Employment, Compensation & Benefits (ECB) practice. "Vicky is a talented lawyer with years of experience advising on ECB issues for large US and global companies," said John Reiss, Global Head of White & Case's Global M&A Practice. "We are delight more

Wippman Writes About Proposed Changes to Title IX in The Hill: Hamilton College

CLINTON, New York, Jan. 11 -- Hamilton College issued the following news: In an essay titled "Proposed changes to Title IX will not solve the problem of sexual assaults on college campuses," (https://thehill.com/opinion/education/476814-proposed-changes-to-title-ix-will-not-solve-the-problem-of-sexual-assaults) co-authors President David Wippman and Professor of American Studies Glenn C. Altschuler critique Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos' Title IX draft regulations. Devos claims her forthco more

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