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Public Policy Tipoffs Involving New York Newsletter for Sunday March 15, 2020 ( 179 items )  
350.org: Pandemic & Market Crash Escalates Urgency of New York State Divestment Fight
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The 350.org issued the following news release: The recent plunge in oil stocks is costing New York retirees hundreds of millions of dollars because of Comptroller Thomas DiNapoli's refusal to divest the New York State Common Retirement Fund (NYSCRF) from fossil fuels, according to new analysis by 350.org. The analysis of just 18 tar sands and fracking companies reveal that the fund lost more than $850 million in the past year. The companies had been valued at $2.8 billion  more
Access Now: The EARN IT Act Would Undermine Security and Harm Millions of Innocent Americans
NEW YORK, March 11 -- Access Now issued the following news release: Last week, Access Now, along with 24 public interest organizations, sent a letter to U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, opposing the Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies (EARN IT) Act. The letter explains that addressing online child sexual exploitation is of critical importance and should be a top p  more
Access: The EARN IT Act Would Undermine Security and Harm Millions of Innocent Americans
NEW YORK, March 10 -- Access Now issued the following news release: Last week, Access Now, along with 24 public interest organizations, sent a letter to U.S. Senators Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), the Chairman and Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, opposing the Eliminating Abusive and Rampant Neglect of Interactive Technologies (EARN IT) Act. The letter explains that addressing online child sexual exploitation is of critical importance and should be a top p  more
ACLU Challenges DHS Face Recognition Secrecy
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The American Civil Liberties Union, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following news release: The American Civil Liberties Union and the New York Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit challenging the secrecy shrouding federal law enforcement use of face recognition surveillance technology. The lawsuit was filed against the Department of Homeland Security  more
ACLU: Tribes File Legal Challenge to Montana Law That Restricts Native American Voting Rights
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The American Civil Liberties Union, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to defend and preserve the individual rights and liberties guaranteed by the Constitution and laws of the U.S., issued the following news release: The American Civil Liberties Union, ACLU of Montana, and Native American Rights Fund challenged a Montana law that severely restricts Native Americans' access to the ballot. The lawsuit was brought on behalf of Western Native Voice and Montana Native Vote, Nati  more
Advocates Call on State to Direct $10 Million in Climate Funds to Frontline Communities
ALBANY, New York, March 14 -- Environmental Advocates of New York issued the following news release: Leading advocates urged the state to affirm its commitment to fighting climate change in a just and equitable manner by directing $10 million from the latest carbon pollution auction to communities on the frontlines of climate change. New York State sold almost 5 million tons of carbon pollution allowances at the March 11th Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI) quarterly auction; netting the  more
AICPA Unveils New Supply Chain Risk Management Reporting Framework
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants issued the following news release on March 12: * * * - Voluntary Audit and Reporting Framework Will Provide Companies with Supply Chain Risk Readiness * * * To help manufacturers, producers, distribution companies and their customers and business partners identify, assess and address supply chain risks, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) launched SOC for Supply Chain, a new risk reporting framework.  more
AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- AIDS Research and Human Retroviruses, a journal that says it covers molecular basis of the virus to clinical studies on vaccines and potential cures, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: Clinical Trials/Clinical Studies: * Cascade of Antiretroviral Therapy Adherence in Virologically Suppressed Persons Living with HIV * Comparison of Calculated Low-Density Lipoprotein Cholesterol (LDL-C) Values in HIV-Infected and HI  more
Albany Medical Center: Area Hospitals Reinforce Visitation Guidelines to Prevent the Spread of COVID-19
ALBANY, New York, March 9 -- Albany Medical Center, an academic health sciences center, issued the following news release: Albany Med, Ellis Medicine, and St. Peter's Health Partners are reinforcing visitation guidelines first enacted on Dec. 11, 2019, following a declaration by the New York State Commissioner of Health regarding the prevalence of flu cases in certain counties. These guidelines remain in effect as hospitals plan for the spread of the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19. If you hav  more
Albany Medical Center: Area Hospitals Strengthen Visitation Guidelines to Prevent Spread of COVID-19
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- Albany Medical Center, an academic health sciences center, issued the following news release: Capital Region hospitals, including Albany Med and Albany Med Health System partners, Saratoga Hospital and Columbia Memorial Health; Ellis Medicine, St. Peter's Health Partners, Nathan Littauer Hospital, Glens Falls Hospital and St. Mary's Healthcare-Amsterdam, are strengthening visitation guidelines to prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). By the end o  more
Albany Medical Center: Capital Region Hospitals Outline Coronavirus Preparedness Plans
ALBANY, New York, March 14 -- Albany Medical Center, an academic health sciences center, issued the following news release: Clinical leadership from the Albany Med Health System, including Columbia Memorial Health and Saratoga Hospital; Ellis Medicine; St. Peter's Health Partners; Glens Falls Hospital; and St. Mary's Healthcare Amsterdam gathered at Albany Med Friday, March 13 to outline the regional health care systems' coordinated response and preparedness to prevent the spread of COVID-19, a  more
Alliance for Quality Education Responds to Growing Pressure to Close New York's Schools
ALBANY, New York, March 13 -- The Alliance for Quality Education issued the following statement: The COVID 19 pandemic has unmasked the stark inequity in New York's schools and communities. Underfunded high-need schools have been struggling to provide students with the basics, like soap, well before the first case of COVID-19 hit our state. Many schools lack a full time nurse on site to see students to address their health needs. The glaring technology divide is more apparent than ever before  more
Alliance for Quality Education: Decision to Close New Rochelle High School for 2 Weeks Irresponsible, Tone Deaf
ALBANY, New York, March 11 -- The Alliance for Quality Education issued the following statement by Executive Director Jasmine Gripper in response to Governor Cuomo's announcement to create a COVID-19 containment area in New Rochelle which includes public schools: * * * - Students, communities have been made vulnerable to lasting impacts by the State's persistent underfunding of public schools * * * "The New Rochelle School District leaders have worked hard to keep students and educators safe  more
Alliance for Quality Education: REPORT - Charter Backers Pay to Play in New York
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The Alliance for Quality Education issued the following news release: * * * - Flush with Cash, Charter School Industry Attempts to Buy Influence With Senate Democrats * * * Senate democrats received $409,910 from charter school political donors in 2019, according to a new data released Thursday. The campaign data detailed in the new report, titled "Pay to Play: Charter Schools Buy Influence With New York's Senate Democrats," shows a clear attempt by the charter   more
American Association of University Professors Issues Statement on Coronavirus
WASHINGTON, March 11 -- The American Association of University Professors issued the following statement by President Rudy Fichtenbaum on the coronavirus: As we are learning, COVID-19 (the coronavirus) has the potential to present a serious challenge to the health and safety of our campus communities. At this time, campuses in Washington State, New York State, California, Nebraska, and elsewhere have closed or moved to all-online teaching, and a number of study-abroad programs have been cut sho  more
American Federation of Musicians President Urges Relief for Gig Economy Workers
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The American Federation of Musicians issued the following statement by President Ray Hair on the coronavirus pandemic's impact on gig economy workers: "As events related to the fast-moving coronavirus pandemic evolve, emergency declarations in many locations have banned all but small-sized public gatherings in an effort to protect families, save lives and prevent the spread of the disease. "These actions have led to the shuttering of large, medium and small venues, sporti  more
American Guild of Musical Artists Statement on Need for Economic Relief for Artists, Arts
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The American Guild of Musical Artists issued the following statement: AGMA calls upon the federal government and city and state governments in which our members work to pass immediate, substantial economic relief for our signatory companies and all non-profit arts organizations likely to be shuttered in response to COVID-19. The American Guild of Musical Artists (AGMA) is monitoring the ever-growing list of entertainment events and productions that have been limited, canc  more
American Humanist Association: Humanists Applaud States for Stopping Sale of Fake Coronavirus Medicine
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The American Humanist Association issued the following news release: In a victory against pseudoscience and fraudulent medical claims, Missouri and New York sued to halt sales of a pseudoscientific substance that televangelist Jim Bakker claimed could cure the COVID-19 coronavirus within twelve hours. Additionally on Monday, the FDA sent Bakker a letter informing him that the "Silver Sol Liquid," which Bakker claimed cured coronavirus, violated the Federal Food, Drug, a  more
American Institute of Certified Public Accountants Unveils New Supply Chain Risk Management Reporting Framework
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants issued the following news release on March 12: * * * - Voluntary Audit and Reporting Framework Will Provide Companies with Supply Chain Risk Readiness * * * To help manufacturers, producers, distribution companies and their customers and business partners identify, assess and address supply chain risks, the American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) launched SOC for Supply Chain, a new risk reporting framework. The SOC for  more
American Jewish Committee Welcomes Appointment of Senior Romanian Official for Fighting Antisemitism
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The American Jewish Committee issued the following news release: American Jewish Committee (AJC) welcomes the appointment of Silviu Vexler as Romania's High Representative for Fighting Antisemitism, Protecting the Memory of the Holocaust, and the Development of Jewish Life. His appointment by the government received broad bipartisan support in the Romanian Parliament. Creation of the position follows similar measures taken by several European governments that have establi  more
American Kennel Club Board of Directors Classes of 2021 and 2024 Elected
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The American Kennel Club issued the following news release: At the annual meeting of the American Kennel Club on March 10, 2020, the Delegates elected members to the AKC Board of Directors. The Directors elected were: Class of 2021 * Thomas M. Davies, Delegate from the Springfield Kennel Club. Class of 2024 * Carmen L. Battaglia, Delegate from the German Shepherd Dog Club of America. * Michael Knight, Delegate from the Texas Kennel Club. * Karolynne M. McAteer, Deleg  more
American National Standards Institute Celebrates Member Milestone Anniversaries
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The American National Standards Institute issued the following news release: The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) pays tribute to its organizational, company, and educational members that are commemorating significant milestone anniversaries in 2020: 125 years - Founded 1895 National Association of Manufacturers (https://www.nam.org/). 100 years - Founded 1920 Doble Engineering Company (https://www.doble.com/). Textile Care Allied Trades Association (https  more
Amid Coronavirus, NYSUT Urges Unions, Administrators to Maintain an Open Dialogue About Health, Safety and Education
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The New York State United Teachers issued the following news release: As school districts grapple with the effects of coronavirus statewide, New York State United Teachers is urging local officials to ensure the needs of students, staff and families are fairly and adequately met in the event of a school closure. "Amid this public health crisis, we all have a role to play in helping to stem the spread of coronavirus and in ensuring that every child is fully support  more
An Update From BritishAmerican Business Regarding the Coronavirus Disease/COVID-19
NEW YORK, March 14 -- BritishAmerican Business issued the following news: With the continuing public health challenges presented by the Coronavirus disease/COVID-19, BAB has decided to suspend its in-person convening program for groups larger than 20 people for 6 weeks, or until circumstances change. We have also taken the decision to postpone the Transatlantic Finance Forum which was due to take place in New York City on May 6th. We are working with our host, Citi, to find a new date in the fa  more
Anti-Defamation League Publishes New Guide to Antisemitic Tropes
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Anti-Defamation League issued the following news release on March 12: * * * - Organization calls on public leaders to avoid antisemitic rhetoric during 2020 election, shares resource with candidates * * * Beginning this week, ADL (the Anti-Defamation League) will share a new comprehensive guide to contemporary antisemitism with candidates running for national office in 2020, as well as every member of Congress. Antisemitism Uncovered: A Guide to Old Myths in a New E  more
Anti-Defamation League's Task Force on Middle East Minorities Endorses Congressional Legislation in Support of Baha' Is of Iran
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Anti-Defamation League issued the following news release: ADL's Task Force on Middle East Minorities endorsed H. Res. 823 condemning the Government of Iran's state-sponsored persecution of its Baha'i minority and the regime's continued violation of the International Covenants on Human Rights. This bipartisan resolution also calls on the Executive Branch to impose sanctions on those Iranian officials who are directly responsible for serious human rights abuses against t  more
ASB's New Auditor Reporting Standard Provides Additional Accuracy, Consistency and Transparency
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The American Institute of Certified Public Accountants issued the following news release: The American Institute of CPAs' (AICPA) Auditing Standards Board (ASB) has issued Statement on Auditing Standards No. 139, Amendments to AU-C Sections 800, 805, and 810 to Incorporate Auditor Reporting Changes From SAS No. 134. "The issuance of SAS No. 139 is another step in finalizing our Auditor Reporting suite of standards," said Bob Dohrer, CPA, CGMA, AICPA Chief Auditor. "The re  more
Association for Computing Machinery and CSTA Announce 2019-20 Cutler-Bell Prize Student Winners
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Association for Computing Machinery issued the following news release: The Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) and the Computer Science Teachers Association (CSTA) announced four high school students were selected from among a pool of graduating high school seniors throughout the U.S. for the Cutler-Bell Prize. Eligible students applied for the award by submitting a project/artifact that engages modern technology and computer science. A panel of judges selected t  more
Association for Computing Machinery: What Cybersecurity Skills Do Community College Students Need to Get a Job?
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The Association for Computing Machinery issued the following news release: According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, demand for information security analysts is expected to grow by 32% between 2018 and 2028-outpacing growth in many other professions. Cybersecurity professionals work in every imaginable industry, including banking and finance, technology-focused companies, government institutions and the military, and non-profit organizations such as hospitals. Commu  more
Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants Announces Global Partnership With Executive Search Leaders
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants issued the following news release: The Association of Executive Search and Leadership Consultants (AESC), the professional organization representing quality standards in executive search and leadership consulting worldwide, and Executive Search Leaders, a firm specializing in senior executive search talent for executive search and human capital firms, announced their new global partnership. The alliance represe  more
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants Calls for Individual and Business Tax Relief Amid Coronavirus Pandemic
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants issued the following news release: The American Institute of CPAs' (AICPA) called for the Treasury Department and the IRS to provide relief to all taxpayers in light of the uncertainty and challenges caused by the spread of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Specifically, we request that Treasury and the IRS consider the following recommendations, which will provide extensive relief to millions of indiv  more
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants: ASB's New Auditor Reporting Standard Provides Additional Accuracy, Consistency and Transparency
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The Association of International Certified Professional Accountants issued the following news release: The American Institute of CPAs' (AICPA) Auditing Standards Board (ASB) has issued Statement on Auditing Standards No. 139, Amendments to AU-C Sections 800, 805, and 810 to Incorporate Auditor Reporting Changes From SAS No. 134. "The issuance of SAS No. 139 is another step in finalizing our Auditor Reporting suite of standards," said Bob Dohrer, CPA, CGMA, AICPA Chief Au  more
Association of National Advertisers Study Shows Payment Terms for Most Marketing Services Increased in 2019
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The Association of National Advertisers issued the following news release: * * * - Longest Terms Are For Agency Fees And Research - Production Payment Terms Also Lengthening * * * Payment terms for a wide range of marketing services increased in 2019, notably for research, agency fees, production, and talent, while terms for agency fees and research were the longest of any service, according to a new study by the ANA. The report, Payment Terms: Current Practices for M  more
Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health: NYU - A Projection-Based Conditional Dependence Measure With Applications to High-Dimensional Undirected Graphical Models
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health issued the following member research involving New York University School of Global Public Health, dated March 10: A study co-authored by Dr. Yang Feng, associate professor of biostatistics at the New York University School of Global Public Health, was published in the Journal of Econometrics titled "A projection-based conditional dependence measure with applications to high-dimensional undirected graphical models.  more
Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health: NYU - How to Maximize Public Benefit From Opioid Settlement Resources
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- The Association of Schools and Programs of Public Health issued the following member research involving (School), dated March 10: A commentary co-authored by Dr. Cheryl Healton, dean and professor of Public Health Policy and Management at the New York University School of Global Public Health, was published in The Milbank Quarterly titled "Maximizing Public Benefit From Opioid Settlement Resources." In 2018, Dr. Robert Redfield, director of the U.S. Centers for Disease   more
Audible to Support PEN America's Annual Literary Service Prize
NEW YORK, March 11 -- PEN America issued the following news release: PEN America announced that Audible, the world's largest producer and provider of original spoken-word entertainment and audiobooks, will support the organization's annual Literary Service Award, which this year will go to renowned writer and performer Patti Smith. In announcing Audible's support, PEN America also said it would rename the award the PEN/Audible Literary Service Award starting this year and continuing into 2021.   more
Better Balance: EEOC Finds That Walmart's Attendance Policy Likely Violates ADA, in the Midst of COVID-19 Pandemic
NEW YORK, March 13 -- A Better Balance, a legal advocacy organization, issued the following news release: The EEOC recently issued a determination finding probable cause that Walmart's attendance policy violated the rights of Walmart workers under the ADA. The letter was made public by Virginia James, an A Better Balance client and disability rights advocate, in her Medium post published: "Walmart's Attendance Policy Penalizes Workers With Disabilities Like Me. The EEOC Agrees." The determinati  more
Better Balance: We Urge Congress to Pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act Immediately
NEW YORK, March 13 -- A Better Balance, a legal advocacy organization, issued the following news release: Amidst the COVID-19 public health crisis, A Better Balance is urging Congress to pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act immediately, and protect the health and economic security of workers and families across the country. The Families First Coronavirus Response Act will provide critical workplace protections like paid sick leave and emergency paid leave. These measures are essent  more
BoatUS Bestows Civic Awards to 3 America's Boating Club Squadrons in FL, NC, New York
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 12 -- The Boat Owners Association of the U.S. issued the following news release: At America's Boating Club (formerly US Power Squadrons) Annual Meeting held recently in Jacksonville, Florida, three Squadrons from Florida, North Carolina and New York honored with Distinguished Civic Service Awards. Sponsored by Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS), the awards are given annually to club Squadrons in recognition of exceptional service and public boating  more
Boyce Thompson Institute: Hornwort Genomes Could Lead to Crop Improvement
ITHACA, New York, March 14 -- Boyce Thompson Institute issued the following news: Some 500 million years ago - when our continents were likely connected in a single land mass and most life existed underwater - hornworts were one of the first groups of plants to colonize land. But biologists have never understood much about the genetics of these ancient plants, which have very unique biology. Fay-Wei Li from the Boyce Thompson Institute, Peter Szovenyi from the University of Zurich and research  more
BritishAmerican Business: UK Minister of State for Trade Policy Marks Visit U.S. With Launch of Growing U.S. - British Innovation
NEW YORK, March 10 -- BritishAmerican Business issued the following news on March 9: The British Embassy Washington, in proud partnership with BritishAmerican Business, launched Growing US - British Innovation and Growth in America, the latest publication in the Across The Pond series. The publication was launched at a reception in New York by Antony Phillipson, Her Majesty's Trade Commissioner for North America, hosted on the occasion of a visit from the Minister of State at the Department fo  more
Broadway Theatres to Suspend Performances Through April 12, 2020
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Broadway League issued the following news release: Under the direction of Governor Andrew Cuomo, Broadway shows in New York City will suspend all performances immediately in support of the health and well-being of the theatregoing public, as well as those who work in the theatre industry. Performances will commence the week of April 13, 2020. "Our top priority has been and will continue to be the health and well-being of Broadway theatregoers and the thousands of peop  more
CancerCare Launches Financial Assistance Component of Pet Assistance and Wellness Program to Help Cat, Dog Owners Affected by Cancer
NEW YORK, March 10 -- CancerCare issued the following news release: CancerCare, the leading national nonprofit organization providing free, professional support services to anyone affected by cancer, is excited to announce the launch of the financial assistance component of the CancerCare Pet Assistance & Wellness (PAW) Program. The PAW Program helps people living with cancer in active treatment and their loved ones care for their cats or dogs during the emotional, physical and financial chall  more
Cannabis & Cannabinoid Research Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- Cannabis and Cannabinoid Research, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features scientific, medical and psychosocial exploration of clinical cannabis, cannabinoids and endocannabinoid system, published research articles, including the following topics, in its March 2020 edition: * Endocannabinoids and Stroke Prevention: Review of Clinical Studies * Immune Responses Regulated by Cannabidiol Original Research: * Effects of Oleamide on the Vasomotor Respons  more
CDC References Standards for Recommended Personal Protective Equipment for Healthcare Personnel During Coronavirus Outbreak
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The American National Standards Institute issued the following news release: * * * - ANSI Members Also Issue Industry Recommendations * * * Underscoring the important role that standards play in supporting safety in the health care context, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has referenced standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) used in healthcare. The guidance outlines scientific evidence and information on national and international standar  more
Center for Inquiry Warns Supreme Court of Catastrophic Impact of Expanding Ministerial Exception for Religious Employers
AMHERST, New York, March 12 -- The Center for Inquiry issued the following news release: Fundamental civil rights and labor protections for countless Americans could be decimated if the Supreme Court sides with religious schools seeking carte blanche to hire and fire whomever they like for whatever reason without consequence. The Center for Inquiry urged the Court against any expansion of the so-called "ministerial exception" in an amicus brief filed in the consolidated cases of Our Lady of Gua  more
Childhood Obesity Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 10 -- Childhood Obesity, a journal that says it features obesity prevention and weight management strategies for children and adolescents, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Dietary Patterns and Childhood Obesity Risk Original Articles: * Economic Growth and Weight of Children and Adolescents in Urban Areas: A Panel Data Analysis on Twenty-Seven Provinces in China, 1985-2014 * Sleep during Infancy and Associations wi  more
Clean Water Action: Court Approves Settlement Requiring EPA Rules on Most Dangerous Chemical Spills
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- Clean Water Action issued the following news release: The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York approved a consent decree between the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and a coalition of community and environmental organizations, including the Environmental Justice Health Alliance for Chemical Policy Reform (EJHA), Clean Water Action, and Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC). The consent decree requires EPA to issue long-overdue rules requirin  more
College Board Coronavirus Update: What to Do If You are Registered to Take the March 14 SAT
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The College Board issued the following news release: The College Board is monitoring the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19). The health and safety of all we serve is our top priority. We are following public health officials and local education leaders who make decisions about whether or not to close your test center. Nobody is better prepared than they are to make decisions about test administrations in their areas. The College Board and our members will be flexible,   more
Colorado Moms Demand Action Applauds House Committee for Voting Down Extreme Risk Law Repeal
MANHATTAN, New York, March 14 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following statement: The Colorado chapter of Moms Demand Action, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the Colorado House Judiciary Committee voted down HB20-1271, legislation to repeal Colorado's life-saving extreme risk law: "Our extreme risk law has the overwhelming support of Coloradans and is saving lives," said Peggy Darrah,   more
Committee to Protect Journalists: Ukrainian Investigative Outlet Slidstvo
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Committee to Protect Journalists issued the following news: * * * - Info Faces Potential Investigation for Its Reporting * * * Ukrainian authorities should not conduct a criminal investigation into Slidstvo.Info, and should allow its journalists to work freely and without fear of reprisal, the Committee to Protect Journalists said. Anna Babinets, the editor-in-chief of the Kyiv-based investigative reporting website, told CPJ via messaging app that Slidstvo.Info is   more
Council on American-Islamic Relations-NY Condemns Coronavirus-Related Hate Crime Targeting Asian Woman
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release: * * * - Calls for Hate Crime Probe * * * The New York chapter of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-NY), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, condemned a coronavirus-related hate crime assault of an Asian woman in Manhattan. CAIR-NY called on the NYPD to investigate the assault as a hate crime. The assault occurred on Tuesday morning with the assail  more
Counter Extremism Project: Christchurch Terrorist Video Remains Online
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following news release on March 13: * * * - Tech Industry Promises Fall Flat As Platforms Continue Hosting Video * * * The tragic murder of 51 people at the Al Noor Mosque and Linwood Islamic Center in Christchurch, New Zealand one year ago shocked the world. The gunman livestreamed his attack on Facebook--the video of which continues to be re-uploaded across the Internet. Sadly, the Christchurch video remains a case study of how  more
Counter Extremism Project: Extremist Content Online - White Supremacist Arrested for Threatening Al Noor Mosque in Christchurch
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following news release: * * * - Suspect Used Telegram Channel Dedicated To Brenton Tarrant To Upload Threat * * * The Counter Extremism Project (CEP) reports weekly on the methods used by extremists to exploit the Internet and social media platforms to recruit followers and incite violence. This week, a suspect was arrested by New Zealand law enforcement for uploading an image on a Telegram channel dedicated to Brenton Tarrant th  more
Counter Extremism Project: Madrid Train Bombings Anniversary - Terror Attack That Changed Europe
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following statement by Executive Director David Ibsen: Europe remembers the 16th anniversary of the Madrid train bombings, which marked the beginning of a wave of terror attacks that have been plaguing the continent ever since. On March 11, 2004, ten bombs on four commuter trains in Madrid killed 193 people and injured more than 1,800. Two days later, al-Qaeda claimed responsibility for the attack, making Spain suffer the worst Isl  more
Counter Extremism Project: U.S. Considering Foreign Terrorist Organization Designation of White Supremacist Group
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Counter Extremism Project issued the following news release: On Monday, POLITICO reported that the U.S. State Department is considering a foreign terrorist organization (FTO) designation of at least one white supremacist group. Former government officials and counterterrorism analysts have suggested designating the Atomwaffen Division (AWD) or another neo-Nazi group like The Base. If imposed, the FTO designation would allow law enforcement to monitor Americans who go o  more
Cyberpsychology, Behavior & Social Networking Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking, a peer-reviewed journal that says it publishes research on understanding the social, behavioral and psychological impact of social networking practices, including Twitter, Facebook and internet gaming and commerce, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Comparison of Visual Parameters Between Normal Individuals and People with Low Vision in a Virtual Environment * Exer  more
Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking: What Features Make Text-Based Counseling Effective?
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 11 -- Cyberpsychology, Behavior and Social Networking issued the following news release: A fascinating new study has shown that the duration of a text-based counseling session, the length of the counselor's messages, and quick response time by the counselor are important factors in determining the impact of counseling. The study of young people under the age of 23 who relied on a dialogue-based, human-handled child hotline is published in Cyberpsychology, Behavior,  more
Dairy Farmer Testifies Before House Subcommittee on Importance of Expanding Exports Opportunities and Fair Rules
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 11 -- The U.S. Dairy Export Council issued the following news release: Connecticut dairy farmer, James "Cricket" Jacquier, testified before the House Committee on Agriculture's Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture in order to provide a dairy stakeholder perspective on agricultural trade. Jacquier is Chairman of the Board for Agri-Mark, a dairy cooperative comprised of 850 farm families across New England and New York. Agri-Mark is a member of the National  more
Doctors Without Borders: As Coronavirus Spreads, Evacuating Greece's Squalid Refugee Camps Is More Urgent Than Ever
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Doctors Without Borders/Medecins Sans Frontieres issued the following news: People trapped in squalid camps at entry points for asylum seekers and refugees on the Greek islands are in especially high-risk environments for COVID-19 transmission and should be evacuated immediately, said the international medical humanitarian organization Doctors Without Borders/Medecins Sans Frontieres (MSF). Given the lack of adequate sanitation services and severely limited medical ca  more
Ed Trust-NY Highlights 6 Steps Schools Can Take to Address Educational Equity If Required to Close Due to Coronavirus
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Education Trust-New York issued the following statement by Executive Director Ian Rosenblum: * * * - Schools should focus on needs of vulnerable students--including instructional support and access to school meals--if closures occur * * * The Education Trust-New York released 6 specific steps schools can take to promote instructional equity and preserve student well-being if schools need to close because of the coronavirus. "We are grateful that New York State is l  more
Educators Demand Legislators Address Teacher Diversity Crisis
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Educators for Excellence issued the following news release on March 10: 12 teachers from Educators for Excellence-New York (E4E-New York), a teacher-led organization, traveled to Albany to urge legislators to address the teacher diversity crisis in New York's educator workforce. The teachers met with eight legislators and delivered over 700 letters from their colleagues in support of doubling the funding for the My Brother's Keeper Teacher Opportunity Corps program to $6 m  more
Election Law Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- The Election Law Journal, a journal that says it covers election reform, contested elections, redistricting and reappointment, election monitoring, campaign finance regulation, voting technology, regulation of political parties, ballot access, initiatives and other ballot propositions, voting rights, term limits, internet and political campaigns, Lobbying and ethics reform, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Does   more
Environmental Advocates of New York: Clean Water Advocates Call for Stronger Water Regulations Without Delay
ALBANY, New York, March 10 -- Environmental Advocates of New York issued the following news release: * * * - Thousands of public comments demand NY fully protect its drinking water * * * Leading environmental advocates released a letter to New York State Commissioner of Health Dr. Howard Zucker, calling on the state to take immediate steps to protect clean water in New York. The Department of Health (DOH) is currently finalizing regulations that would establish Maximum Contaminant Levels (MC  more
Environmental Defense Fund Analysis: ICAO Council Must Resist Temptation to Water Down CORSIA
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following statement by International Counsel Annie Petsonk: On the eve of an important decision amid the spreading coronavirus, an analysis published by Environmental Defense Fund cautions the International Civil Aviation Organization's governing Council against making fundamental changes that would weaken the Carbon Offsetting and Reductions Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA). "Coronavirus/COVID-19 is a global crisis that  more
Environmental Defense Fund: Court Rules in Favor of California, Denies Trump Administration Claims That California's Coordination With Quebec in Cutting Climate Pollution Is Unconstitutional
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Environmental Defense Fund issued the following news release on March 12: * * * - Major legal victory for protection of public health and environment for all Californians * * * A federal district court issued an order granting California's motion for summary judgment and rejecting the U.S. motion on two constitutional claims that California's coordination with Quebec to reduce climate pollution is unlawful. The order by Judge William B. Shubb in the Eastern District  more
Episcopal Relief & Development Receives $600,000 Grant From Islamic Relief USA
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The Episcopal Relief and Development issued the following news release: Episcopal Relief & Development has received a second, three-year, $600,000 grant from Islamic Relief USA (IRUSA) to expand a ground-breaking partnership with the humanitarian arm of the Episcopal Church of Liberia (ECL-RD) to combat gender-based violence in Liberia. This program, which equips faith and community leaders to transform harmful cultural and religious attitudes towards women, is also suppor  more
Everytown For Gun Safety Endorses Vice President Joe Biden for President
NEW YORK, March 10 -- Everytown for Gun Safety issued the following news release on March 9: Everytown for Gun Safety Action Fund, the largest gun violence prevention organization in the country with nearly six million supporters and more than 375,000 donors, endorsed Vice President Joe Biden for president. "Vice President Joe Biden is unquestionably the candidate in the race who has spent a lifetime fighting to protect Americans from gun violence while repeatedly taking on the NRA and winning  more
Everytown for Gun Safety: 1 Million Students Nationwide Now Attend Schools With Firearm Storage Awareness Policy
NEW YORK, March 14 -- Everytown for Gun Safety issued the following news release on March 13: More than 1 million students across the country now live in a school district that has passed a resolution requiring schools to educate parents about the critical importance of secure firearm storage in keeping schools and students safe, after the Tucson Unified School District became the latest to pass the resolution on Tuesday. In the past year, volunteers with Moms Demand Action and Students Deman  more
Family & Children's Association's Statement on Coronavirus
MINEOLA, New York, March 13 -- Family and Children's Association issued the following news release: As the Coronavirus outbreak continues, FCA has been working hard to limit risks to clients, staff, volunteers and vendors, while at the same time avoiding steps that could fuel panic or paralyze the organization. It's a tricky balance and the situation is evolving rapidly. We are monitoring the situation closely and will continue to fine tune our response in the days and weeks to come. We are re  more
Fordham Law Review Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW YORK, March 8 -- Fordham Law Review Journal, a journal from the Fordham University, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Access to Algorithms * Monopolizing Free Speech The March 2020 edition of the Fordham Law Review Journal can be viewed at fordhamlawreview.org/issuescategory/march-2020-vol-88-no-4/. [Category: Law/Legal]  more
Greater New Orleans: Raistone Capital Launches Financial Technology Hub in New Orleans
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, March 12 -- Greater New Orleans, a regional economic development alliance serving the 10-parish region of Southeast Louisiana, issued the following news release: Gov. John Bel Edwards and Raistone Capital CEO Dave Skirzenski announced the New York-based financial technology firm is expanding to New Orleans with the establishment of an office in the city's Central Business District. Raistone Capital, one of the world's leading providers of working capital finance, will cr  more
Green Party of New York: Killing Off New York's Third Parties - Not!
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The Green Party of New York issued the following news release: The New York State Green and Libertarian Parties applaud the State Supreme Court ruling that stopped the Democratic Party's attempt to assassinate smaller political parties. Justice Ralph Boniello Thursday tossed out the law establishing a commission purportedly set up to create a system of publicly financed campaigns, but instead deviated into attacks on third party and independent candidates. The Judge ruled  more
Hispanic Federation: LGBTQ, Racial Justice Advocates Releases Studies Showing Compounding Effects of Racism, Homophobia for LGBTQ Students of Color
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Hispanic Federation issued the following news release: * * * - Two in five LGBTQ students of color are harassed on the basis of both race and LGBTQ identities in schools * * * GLSEN, the leading education organization working to create safe and inclusive K-12 schools for LGBTQ students -- working in partnership with the Center for Native American Youth (CNAY), Hispanic Federation, the National Black Justice Coalition (NBJC), the National Queer Asian Pacific Islander  more
House Committee Passes IAVA-Backed VA Cannabis Research Legislation
NEW YORK, March 14 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release: Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America is celebrating as the VA Medicinal Cannabis Research Act (H.R. 712) has passed out of the House Veterans Affairs Committee (HVAC) in a unanimous vote. This bipartisan legislation was introduced by Reps. Louis Correa (D-CA) and Clay Higgins (R-LA) and directs VA to research the effectiveness and safety of medicinal cannabis in treating veterans' wounds. "Sin  more
Human Rights Watch: Morocco/Western Sahara - Video Captured Police Violence
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following report: * * * - Courts Ignored Assault, Jailed Victims * * * A video that appeared to capture a beating of two Western Sahara activists by the Moroccan police is authentic and should lead to a thorough investigation, Human Rights Watch said. Human Rights Watch was recently able to authenticate the video of the June 7, 2019 events and confirm the details of the case. The video shows policemen pulling the two activists out of a pic  more
Human Rights Watch: Pakistan - Release Media Group Editor
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: * * * - Cease Using Arrests to Intimidate Critics * * * Pakistani authorities should release from custody an editor who may be facing charges as a form of political harassment, Human Rights Watch said. On March 12, 2020, Mir Shakilur Rehman, the editor-in-chief of the Jang group, the largest media group in Pakistan, was arrested in Lahore by the National Accountability Bureau (NAB), an anti-corruption watchdog, on c  more
Human Rights Watch: Thailand - Drop Charges Against Opposition Leader
NEW YORK, March 13 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news release: * * * - Election Commission Seeks 10-Year Prison Term for Thanathorn Juangroongruangkit * * * Thai authorities should drop politically motivated criminal charges against the leader of the dissolved opposition Future Forward Party, Human Rights Watch said today. The United States, European Union, United Kingdom, Japan, and other governments should call on the Thai authorities to drop the charges and the arbitrary ban   more
IATSE Calls on Congress to Pass Relief Package That Includes Displaced Entertainment Workers
NEW YORK, March 14 -- International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees issued the following statement by International President Matthew D. Loeb on coronavirus: "As social distancing measures are enacted and events and projects across all sectors of the entertainment industry are cancelled, it's become clear that the COVID-19 crisis requires decisive action from our Federal Government to support displaced entertainment workers." "Right now, thousands of our members across all sectors of th  more
IEEE Sensors Journal Issues Research Articles in Part 2 of March 2020 Edition
NEW YORK, March 8 -- The IEEE Sensors Journal, a journal that says it features design, fabrication, manufacturing and application of devices and electronics and physics aspects of sensors from the IEEE Sensors Council, published research articles, including the following topics, in Part 2 of its March 2020 edition: * Analysis of Accuracy and Measuring Range of Dual Absolute Encoder System * Development of the Backside Loading Inductive Tactile Force Sensor Using the Flip-Chip Bonding of CMOS S  more
IGC4 Postponement: Greenpeace's Response
MONTREAL, Quebec, March 13 -- Greenpeace Canada issued the following statement by Protect the Oceans Campaign Sandra Schoettner: The fourth and final round of negotiations towards a Global Ocean Treaty, due to take place later this month at the UN in New York has been postponed due to concerns around the novel coronavirus (COVID-19). /1 "We stand in solidarity with all those affected by the spread of COVID-19. "We hope that the postponement of this crucial summit about the protection of our o  more
Insurance Information Institute: Consumers Severely Lack Understanding of Their ID Theft Insurance Coverage Options
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The Insurance Information Institute issued the following news release: Few U.S. homeowners and renters realize their existing insurance policies offer them limited identity (ID) theft coverage, according to the Insurance Information Institute's (Triple-I) and J.D. Power's 2020 Consumer Cyber Insurance and Security Spotlight Survey. Standard homeowners and renters insurance policies generally provide financial protection to consumers if either their credit or debit card i  more
International Rescue Committee Issues Statement on Conclusion of 3-Day Visit to Texas, Mexico
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The International Rescue Committee issued the following statement by President and CEO David Miliband: "In Dallas, Texas and Juarez, Mexico I met IRC staff and clients and witnessed first-hand the humanitarian crisis that continues to ripple through politics both north and south of the US-Mexico border. It is time to say this crisis can be managed - and is a choice not about whether desperate people will arrive or not, but whether to manage their arrival in a sane, humane   more
International Trademark Association to Hold 2020 Annual Meeting in November in U.S.
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The International Trademark Association issued the following news release: The International Trademark Association (INTA) announced today that it has rescheduled its 2020 Annual Meeting and will now be holding it in November in the United States. The change is in response to the latest developments regarding the global outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19), and INTA's prioritization of the health and safety of registrants and the community at large. The dates, venue, an  more
Iraq & Afghanistan Veterans of America Holds Most Ambitious 'Storm the Hill'
NEW YORK, March 10 -- Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America issued the following news release: AVA proudly announces the results of its 2020 Spring "Storm The Hill," which was conducted March 2-6 in Washington, DC. IAVA veteran members, called "Stormers" were competitively selected to come to Washington DC to tell their stories and advocate with IAVA on behalf of the post-9/11 generation of veterans. Stormers met with 37 Representatives and 31 Senators during the course of the week. Learn m  more
Job Creators Network Runs Ad in Wall Street Journal, USA Today, NY Post, Small Business is Too Big to Fail
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- Job Creators Network issued the following news release: On Friday, Job Creators Network (JCN) will be a running a full-page ad in the Wall Street Journal (Washington, DC version), USA Today, and the New York Post with the message, "Small Business is Too Big to Fail" (to see the ad, click here). The ad is a message to small business owners that JCN is "here to fight for you and will be with you through this crisis and beyond." Additionally, the ad lists "three key policy   more
Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine Issues Research Articles in February 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, a peer-reviewed journal that provides scientific research for the evaluation and integration of complementary and alternative medicine into mainstream medical practice, published research articles on the following topics in its February 2020 edition: * Benefits of a Food Supplement Containing Boswellia serrata and Bromelain for Improving the Quality of Life in Patients with Osteoarthritis: A Pilot Study   more
Journal of Alternative & Complementary Medicine Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- The Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine, a peer-reviewed journal that provides scientific research for the evaluation and integration of complementary and alternative medicine into mainstream medical practice, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Acupuncture- and Intermittent Compression-Induced Changes in Blood Circulation of Tendon * Collaborative Songwriting Intervention for Veterans with Post-Trau  more
Journal of Biomechanical Engineering Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Journal of Biomechanical Engineering, a journal that says it features application of mechanical engineering principles on the improvement of human health from the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * The Father of Impact Biomechanics * Historical Review of Combined Experimental and Computational Approaches for Investigating Annulus Fibrosus Mechanics Research Papers: * Estimation o  more
Journal of Caffeine & Adenosine Research Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- The Journal of Caffeine and Adenosine Research, a peer-reviewed journal that says it provides scientific research on caffeine and adenosine signaling, encompassing the areas of neurology, cardiology, physiology, epidemiology and addiction medicine, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Association Between Caffeine Intake and Sleep Quality in the Postpartum Period: A Population-Based Study * Effects of Preinjury and   more
Journal of Cell Biology Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The Journal of Cell Biology, a peer-reviewed journal that describe applied cell biology in immunology, neurobiology, metabolism, virology, developmental biology and plant biology, published research articles, including the following topics, in its March 2020 edition: * Peroxisome prognostications: Exploring the birth, life, and death of an organelle Articles: * Aurora B kinase is recruited to multiple discrete kinetochore and centromere regions in human cells * Untangli  more
Journal of Family Issues Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
LONDON, England, March 9 -- The Journal of Family Issues, a journal that says it focuses on contemporary social issues and social problems related to marriage and family life, from the American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Being a (Grand)Father: (Re)constructing Masculinity Through the Life-Course * Failure to Grow Up, Failure to Pay? Parents' Views of Conflict Over Money With Their Emerging Adul  more
Journal of Rheology Issues Research Articles in May 2020 Edition
MELVILLE, New York, March 10 -- The Journal of Rheology, a journal from the Society of Rheology that says it provides coverage of issues drawn from industry and academia, published research articles on the following topics in its May 2020 edition: * Entrance effects and high shear rate rheology of shear-banding wormlike micelle fluids in a microcapillary flow * Frequency-dependent effective medium model for the rheology of crystallizing polymers * Medium amplitude parallel superposition (MAPS  more
Lambda Legal: Victory! North Carolina's Transgender Employees and Family Members to Have Their Day in Court
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Lambda Legal issued the following news release on March 11: A U.S. District Court judge denied North Carolina state officials' request to dismiss a lawsuit filed last March challenging North Carolina's blanket exclusion of medically necessary transition-related health care from the state's employee health plan. In the lawsuit, Lambda Legal and Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund (TLDEF) represent several current and former state employees and their children who we  more
Learning & Memory Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
COLD SPRING HARBOR, New York, March 10 -- Learning and Memory, a journal that says it advances in neuropsychology, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Cardiorespiratory fitness and mnemonic discrimination across the adult lifespan * Phasic signaling in the bed nucleus of the stria terminalis during fear learning predicts within- and across-session cued fear expression * Under the condition of unitization at encoding rather than unitization at retri  more
LGBT Health Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- LGBT Health Journal, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features health of and healthcare services for sexual and gender minority populations worldwide, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * Associations Between Community-Level LGBTQ-Supportive Factors and Substance Use Among Sexual Minority Adolescents * Breast Cancer Risk, Screening, and Prevalence Among Sexual Minority Women: An Analysis of the National Health   more
McGraw-Hill and Northwest Evaluation Association Enter Strategic Partnership to Improve Student Outcomes and Announce a New Reseller Agreement
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The Northwest Evaluation Association issued the following news release: * * * - The two leading education organizations commit to connecting curriculum and assessment solutions with the mission of supporting every student's learning needs. * * * Leading providers of education and learning solutions McGraw-Hill and NWEA announced a strategic partnership to connect curriculum and assessment with the goal of improving student outcomes and meeting the needs of the modern cl  more
Met to Launch 'Nightly Met Opera Streams', Free Series of Encore Live in HD Presentations Streamed on Company Website During Coronavirus Closure
NEW YORK, March 14 -- Metropolitan Opera issued the following news release: A day after canceling upcoming performances due to concerns around the coronavirus, the Metropolitan Opera announced that it would stream encore presentations from the award-winning Live in HD series of cinema transmissions on the company website for the duration of the closure. The new offering will begin on Monday, March 16 with the 2010 HD performance of Bizet's Carmen, conducted by Met Music Director Yannick Nezet-S  more
Metropolitan Opera: Tara Erraught and Javier Camarena Star in Revival of La Cenerentola, Rossini's Take on Classic Cinderella Tale
NEW YORK, March 11 -- Metropolitan Opera issued the following news release: The Metropolitan Opera presents six performances of Rossini's La Cenerentola, conducted by James Gaffigan, beginning March 12, 2020. Tara Erraught stars as the heroine Angelina (Cinderella) in this version of the timeless fairy tale, with Javier Camarena as her Prince Charming, Don Ramiro. When he last sang this role at the Met in 2014, the overwhelming audience response led him to give a rare mid-performance encore of   more
Moms Demand Action Applauds Colorado Lawmakers for Introducing Secure Firearm Storage Legislation
MANHATTAN, New York, March 10 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following news: The Colorado chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after Colorado lawmakers introduced HB20-1355, which would require firearms that a juvenile or prohibited person might be able to access to be securely stored when not under the control of the gun owner, and HB20-1356,  more
Moms Demand Action Applauds Idaho Senate State Affairs Committee for Rejecting Bill That Would Force More Guns on School Grounds
MANHATTAN, New York, March 14 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following statement: The Idaho chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the Idaho Senate State Affairs Committee voted down Senate Bill 1384, legislation that would force K-12 schools to allow employees to carry concealed, loaded handguns in the classroom and on school grounds:   more
Moms Demand Action Applauds Passage of Resolution to Encourage Tucson School District to Create and Distribute Secure Firearms Storage Information
MANHATTAN, New York, March 14 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following statement: The Arizona chapter of Moms Demand Action, a part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the Tucson Unified School District voted unanimously to approve a resolution that directs the Superintendent to work with local law enforcement, the Mayor's Office for the City of Tucson and health agencies to create and distribute  more
Moms Demand Action Applauds Washington Legislature for Approving $600K Funding for City Gun Violence Intervention and Prevention in the 2020 Supplemental Budget
MANHATTAN, New York, March 14 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following statement: The Washington chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the Washington legislature approved funding for city gun violence prevention programs in the 2020 supplemental operating budget. The budget now moves to the governor's desk for a signature: "This fundin  more
Moms Demand Action Issues Statement Applauding Virginia General Assembly for Passing Background Check Legislation
MANHATTAN, New York, March 9 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following statement by Liz Howley, volunteer with the Virginia chapter: The Virginia chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the Virginia General Assembly advanced gun safety legislation to require background checks on all gun sales in Virginia. This legislation now heads to the go  more
Moms Demand Action Issues Statement on Committee Passage of Permitless Carry
MANHATTAN, New York, March 11 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following statement by McFadyen-Ketchum, volunteer with the Tennessee chapter: The Tennessee chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the House Constitutional Protections & Sentencing Subcommittee voted to advance HB 2817/SB 2671, a permitless carry bill that would allow people to   more
Moms Demand Action Responds After Iowa Senate Committee Advances Legislation to Allow More Guns in Public Buildings
MANHATTAN, New York, March 11 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following news: The Iowa chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the Iowa Senate Judiciary Committee voted to advance HF 2502, legislation that would subject local elected officials to harsh punishments for taking action on gun violence and effectively force public buildings to al  more
Moms Demand Action Responds After Nullification Legislation Advanced by House Committee
MANHATTAN, New York, March 11 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following statement by Karen Rogers, volunteer with the Missouri chapter: The Missouri chapter of Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, part of Everytown for Gun Safety, released the following statement after the Missouri House General Laws Committee passed HB 1637 and HB 2150, dangerous bills that would make it illegal for Missouri state and local law enforcem  more
Moms Demand Action: Another Child Shot and Wounded - Gun Violence in the District Demands Comprehensive Solutions
MANHATTAN, New York, March 11 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following news: On Friday, six people were wounded - including a 5-year-old boy - when a gunman opened fire in a barbershop in Northeast Washington, D.C. This latest instance of gun violence in our nation's capital highlights an alarming pattern of shootings involving children. Firearms are the leading cause of death for children and teens in the District of Columbi  more
Moms Demand Action: Opposition to Permitless Carry Grows Ahead of Tennessee House Committee Hearing
MANHATTAN, New York, March 11 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following news: Volunteers with the Tennessee chapter of Moms Demand Action will testify against HB 2817/SB 2671, permitless carry legislation, at a House Constitutional Protections Committee hearing at 4:30pm CST. Last week, 300 Moms Demand Action volunteers traveled to the Capitol to urge lawmakers to oppose this bill. In the week since Governor Lee announced supp  more
Moms Demand Action: Secure Storage Legislation Left Sitting on House Floor as Result of Republican State Legislators' Walkout
MANHATTAN, New York, March 13 -- Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense in America, a campaign of Everytown for Gun Safety, issued the following news: On Sunday, Oregon lawmakers gaveled out of the 2020 legislative session, failing to pass common-sense gun safety legislation like House Bill 4005, a bill to ensure the secure storage of firearms. The end of session comes after Republican legislators abandoned their duties at the statehouse and waged a two-week walkout, which prevented HB 4005 and score  more
Montefiore Health System: Bedridden Bone Cancer Patients Walk Again Thanks To Novel Surgery
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Montefiore Health System issued the following news release: Thousands of patients whose cancer has spread to the bones could benefit from a new minimally invasive approach to fixing painful pelvic fractures, according to a study conducted by orthopedic oncology surgeons at Montefiore Health System. If cancer spreads from the primary location to the bones, it can cause them to weaken and eventually fracture. Pelvic fractures cause debilitating pain and make it extremely di  more
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Calls for Changes to Maryland's Blueprint Bill to Address Educational Inequities
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund issued the following news release: Like all children in the State of Maryland, Black and Brown children in Baltimore City Schools have the right to an adequate public education under the State constitution. Recently, the Blueprint for Maryland's Future legislation, which adjusts the state's formula for funding schools, was passed by Maryland's House of Delegates. While the bill's funding increase represents a commendable first s  more
NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund Calls on Elected Officials to Condemn Discrimination Linked to COVID-19
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund issued the following news release: On March 11, the World Health Organization declared COVID-19 a global pandemic, further affirming that the virus will likely have a devastating impact on an increasing number of people around the globe for the foreseeable future. While the spread of the virus itself is gravely concerning, the rise in anti-Asian hate crimes and other discrimination stemming from COVID-19 is also extremely distur  more
NAACP, Leadership Conference Request DOJ's Plans to Address Russian Efforts to Manipulate 2020 Election
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund issued the following news release: The NAACP Legal Defense and Educational Fund, Inc. (LDF) and the Leadership Conference sent a letter to Attorney General William Barr requesting information about what steps the DOJ has taken undertaken, or intends to take, to address the Russian government's ongoing efforts to to influence the 2020 presidential election by inciting violence and spreading hate messages through direct funding of  more
NARAL Pro-Choice America Endorses Carolyn Maloney for Re-Election to Congress
WASHINGTON, March 13 -- NARAL Pro-Choice America issued the following news release: * * * - Incumbent for New York's 12th Congressional District Earns Endorsement from Nation's Leading Pro-Choice Advocacy Group * * * NARAL Pro-Choice America announced its endorsement of Representative Carolyn Maloney in her campaign for re-election to represent New York's 12th Congressional District. "We know we can always count on Congresswoman Maloney to fight for New York women and families, and for the   more
National Basketball Association: Wisconsin Herd Jones Suspended
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The National Basketball Association issued the following news release: The NBA G League announced that Wisconsin Herd forward Jemerrio Jones has been suspended for one game without pay for receiving his 13th technical foul of the 2019-20 season. Under NBA G League rules, a player or coach is automatically suspended without pay for one game once they receive their 13th technical foul during the regular season. For every two additional technical fouls received during that   more
National Day Laborer Organizing Network: A Worker & Migrant Justice Response to Coronavirus
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The National Day Laborer Organizing Network issued the following statement: In response to the rising threat of the coronavirus pandemic, the National Day Laborer Organizing Network (NDLON), released a five-point Worker and Migrant Justice Response to be included in national coronavirus responses (link below). NDLON Co-Director Nadia Marin-Molina made the following statement: "The threat of coronavirus exposes the backwards beliefs underpinning Trumpism at its core - medi  more
National Employment Law Project: Congress Must Pass the Families First Coronavirus Response Act
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The National Employment Law Project issued the following statement by Executive Director Rebecca Dixon: "The National Employment Law Project (NELP) calls on the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate to quickly pass, and the President to then immediately sign, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act. The Act addresses the health and safety, and economic security of workers and families in this crisis. "The Act directs OSHA to issue a vitally important emergency temp  more
National Investor Relations Institute Statement on the COVID-19 Pandemic and the 2020 Annual Conference
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 13 -- The National Investor Relations Institute issued the following statement: In light of the global COVID-19 coronavirus pandemic, the National Investor Relations Institute (NIRI) has canceled its planned events in New York in late March but plans to hold its 2020 Annual Conference, June 14-17, at the Fontainebleau Miami Beach. NIRI is monitoring the situation closely and will provide updates to members and Annual Conference attendees as developments occur. NIRI   more
National Kidney Foundation Observes World Kidney Day by Asking 'Are You the 33%?'
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The National Kidney Foundation issued the following news release: * * * - Foundation encourages all Americans to the Kidney Risk Quiz * * * March 12, is World Kidney Day, and the National Kidney Foundation (NKF) would like you to observe the occasion by dedicating one minute of your day to take the Kidney Risk Quiz. In just 60 seconds, you can find out if you are the 1 in 3 American adults at risk for developing kidney disease and learn what to do next to address your k  more
National Milk Producers Federation: Dairy Farmer Testifies Before House Subcommittee on Importance of Expanding Exports Opportunities and Fair Rules
ARLINGTON, Virginia, March 11 -- The National Milk Producers Federation issued the following news release: Connecticut dairy farmer, James "Cricket" Jacquier, testified before the House Committee on Agriculture's Subcommittee on Livestock and Foreign Agriculture in order to provide a dairy stakeholder perspective on agricultural trade. Jacquier is Chairman of the Board for Agri-Mark, a dairy cooperative comprised of 850 farm families across New England and New York. Agri-Mark is a member of the  more
National Multiple Sclerosis Society: Paper Provides More Details of Impacts of Gilenya in Children With MS
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The National Multiple Sclerosis Society issued the following news: Additional results have been published from the clinical trial of Gilenya(R) (fingolimod, Novartis AG) in children with MS, showing it could slow the rate of brain tissue loss and reduce other signs of disease activity as observed on MRI (magnetic resonance imaging) scans significantly more than interferon beta-1a (Avonex(R)). Based on this phase 3 trial, Gilenya is approved to treat children and teens with  more
National Urban League & Lawyers' Committee Urge Census Bureau to Extend Deadlines in Response to Coronavirus
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law issued the following news release: National Urban League and the Lawyers' Committee for Civil Rights Under Law today called on the Trump Administration to extend the deadline to respond to the decennial Census, in light of the coronavirus crisis. "We are already in danger of undercounting communities of color and other hard-to-reach populations," National Urban League President and CEO Marc H. Morial said. "In times of cri  more
Natural Resources Defense Council: New York City Council's New Report Lays Out Bold Climate Actions
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Natural Resources Defense Council issued the following statement: New York City Council Speaker Corey Johnson released a comprehensive sustainability report that lays out strong and sensible strategies to help New York City fight climate change and build a livable city for all, especially communities on the front lines. A statement follows from Eric A. Goldstein, Senior Attorney and New York City Environment Director at the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC): "  more
New York City Anti-Violence Project Says No to Rollbacks Against Bail Reform
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The New York City Anti-Violence Project issued the following news release: The New York City Anti-Violence Project (AVP) joins NYC Against Hate Coalition and communities facing hate violence and intimate partner violence to demand "No Rollbacks" to the current New York State bail laws. AVP serves thousands of LGBTQ people every year, who as LGBTQ, Black, Latinx, immigrant, working-class, and low-income survivors of violence, were often themselves criminalized and detained   more
New York Civil Liberties Union Lawsuit: Buffalo Immigration Court Judges Deny Bond to Almost Everyone
NEW YORK, March 13 -- New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following news release on March 11: The New York Civil Liberties Union and Equal Justice Under Law filed a federal class action lawsuit against Attorney General William Barr and other federal officials to halt unconstitutional practices at bond hearings in the Buffalo and Batavia immigration courts that have resulted in the jailing of hundreds if not thousands of people. The lawsuit challenges the ongoing practice of placing the bu  more
New York Civil Liberties Union Sues to End Internet and Social Media Bans for People Convicted of Committing Sex Offenses
NEW YORK, March 13 -- New York Civil Liberties Union issued the following news release: The New York Civil Liberties Union, Rutgers Law School Constitutional Rights Clinic, and Prisoners' Legal Services of New York filed a lawsuit to end New York's policies of banning internet and social media access for people required to register as sex offenders who are released on parole or supervised release, even when they did not use the internet or social media as part of the offense. The suit seeks to   more
New York Immigration Coalition: As Albany Combats Coronavirus, Electeds Turn Their Backs on Immigrant New Yorkers
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The New York Immigration Coalition issued the following news release: Immigrants and allies from across the state marched through the corridors of power in Albany demanding support for a broader immigrant protection and empowerment agenda, "New York's Promise Package," to defend against the Trump administration's ongoing assaults and separation of families. Advocates called for the renewal and enhancement of funding for desperately-needed immigration legal represen  more
New York Immigration Coalition: As City Responds to Coronavirus, Immigration Advocates Highlight Importance of School Meals, Other Supports for Low-Income and Immigrant NYers
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The New York Immigration Coalition issued the following statement: As part of New York City's response to COVID-19, the city closed two South Bronx schools Thursday morning and additional schools on Friday. In response to this situation, Kim Sykes, Director of Education Policy, New York Immigration Coalition issued the following statement: "We applaud Mayor de Blasio, Chancellor Carranza, and City Council leaders for recognizing that many New York families rely on school  more
New York Immigration Coalition: Immigrant Advocates Criticize Trump Administration Corona Virus Response--Fear & Xenophobia Instead of Solutions
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The New York Immigration Coalition issued the following statement: On Wednesday evening,President Trump announced a 30-day suspension of travel from Europe to the United States, beginning on Friday. The President also imposed a 30-day ban on foreigners who in the previous two weeks have been in the 26 countries that make up the European Union's Schengen Area. The limits exempt American citizens and permanent legal residents and their families, although they could be funnel  more
New York Immigration Coalition: Trump Declares National Emergency, Torpedoes Crucial Congressional Bill, While ICE Agents Escalate Enforcement Activities
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The New York Immigration Coalition issued the following statement by Executive Director Steve Choi: President Trump declared a national emergency and said he was making $50 billion in emergency funding available, lifting restrictions on doctors and hospitals and waiving interest on student loans. But he rejected a sweeping House economic relief package that would have included paid sick leave, free virus tests, and expanded food security. As recently as Thursday, House Spe  more
New York Public Library: Schomburg Center Acquires American Icon Harry Belafonte's Extensive Personal Archive
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The New York Public Library issued the following news release: The New York Public Library's Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture has acquired the personal archive of civil rights activist, award-winning entertainer and producer, and cultural icon Harry Belafonte. The collection includes 400 linear feet of audiovisual materials, personal and professional papers such as letters and manuscripts, television scripts, and photo albums that chronicle Belafonte's life,   more
New York State Bar Association on Columbia Report Regarding Disportionate Racial Impact of N.Y. Parole System
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- The New York State Bar Association issued the following statement by President Henry M. Greenberg regarding a report released by Columbia University's Justice Lab detailing how New York's parole system disproportionately impacts Black and Latinx peopl: "New York State and its municipalities spent nearly $600 million last year reincarcerating people on technical parole violations such as missing curfew. "The impact of reincarceration falls disproportionately on peo  more
New York State United Teachers Draws Attention to Higher Education Funding Needs, Teacher Shortage at Southern Tier Events
CORNING, New York, March 10 -- The New York State United Teachers issued the following news release: New York State United Teachers is visiting the Southern Tier to draw attention to two pressing issues facing education in New York State: the need for additional funding for public higher education and the statewide teacher shortage. Meeting with fellow NYSUT officials, faculty and students Monday afternoon at Corning Community College, NYSUT President Andy Pallotta called on the state to make   more
New York State United Teachers to Draw Attention to Higher Education Funding Needs, Teacher Shortage at Southern Tier Events Monday
CORNING, New York, March 9 -- The New York State United Teachers issued the following news release: New York State United Teachers will visit the Southern Tier Monday to draw attention to two pressing issues facing education in New York state: the need for additional funding for public higher education and the statewide teacher shortage. NYSUT President Andy Pallotta first will join local union leaders, faculty, students and elected officials at Corning Community College (Hanley Room, Arthur A  more
Northwell Health Honored for Innovation by Fast Company
NEW HYDE PARK, New York, March 11 -- Northwell Health issued the following news: Northwell Health has been named to Fast Company's prestigious annual list of the World's Most Innovative Companies for 2020, earning the No. 9 ranking in the health category. The list honors businesses making the most profound impact on both industry and culture, showcasing a variety of ways to thrive in today's fast-changing world. This year's list features 434 businesses from 39 countries. "Northwell is reimagi  more
Northwell Health: Clinical Analysis of Video Recorded CPR Cases Improves Resuscitation Outcomes in Emergency Department
MANHASSET, New York, March 11 -- Northwell Health issued the following news: Less than 8 percent of people who suffer from cardiac arrest outside of the hospital survive the incident, according to the American Heart Association. To improve survivorship and better administer life-saving cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), researchers and physicians at The Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research and North Shore University Hospital developed a novel approach called Mechanical, Team-Focused, Vid  more
Northwell Labs Begins Manual Testing of COVID-19 Samples
GREAT NECK, New York, March 9 -- Northwell Health issued the following news: After a visit to its sophisticated, 100,000-square-foot diagnostic facility by New York Governor Andrew Cuomo, Northwell Health Labs received state and federal authorization to begin manual testing for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Utilizing a testing process developed and approved by the New York State Department of Health (DOH), Northwell's Lab expects to manually test 90 potential COVID-19   more
NYSUT Calls for School Closures in Counties Affected by Coronavirus
ALBANY, New York, March 14 -- The New York State United Teachers issued the following statement by President Andy Pallotta on the closure of schools in counties with confirmed cases of the coronavirus: "With the coronavirus continuing to spread, we are calling on state and local health and school officials to take decisive action and proactively close all schools in counties where there are confirmed cases of this virus. "As schools close, local school district officials must remain in close c  more
On World Delirium Day, AGS Launches AGS CoCare: HELP to Turn Tide for Serious Condition Affecting Millions
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The American Geriatrics Society issued the following news release on Mach 11: With the launch of HELP.AGSCoCare.org, the online home for AGS CoCare: HELP(TM)--a seminal program designed to prevent delirium, functional decline, falls, and other adverse outcomes among hospitalized older adults--the American Geriatrics Society (AGS) hopes this World Delirium Day will be one that turns the tide for this serious health condition affecting millions annually. "Empowering health   more
One of Nation's Largest Health System-Run Diagnostic Labs Now Able to Process Hundreds of Tests Daily
LAKE SUCCESS, New York, March 12 -- Northwell Health issued the following news: Northwell Health Labs began semi-automated testing for COVID-19, the disease caused by the novel coronavirus. Through an emergency use authorization submitted Tuesday night to the US Food & Drug Administration (FDA), the lab now has approval to move immediately from manual testing to the lab's semi-automated molecular diagnostic system, developed by GenMark Diagnostics, Inc. "Since we began manual testing Sunday e  more
Organizers of Vision Expo Announce Plans to Consolidate Vision Expo East, Due to Be Held March 26-29
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, March 7 -- The Vision Council issued the following news release: The Vision Council and Reed Exhibitions, organizers of Vision Expo, today announce plans to consolidate Vision Expo East, due to be held March 26-29 in New York City, with Vision Expo West in Las Vegas, September 23-26. The decision is based on active and close monitoring of ongoing developments related to the COVID-19 virus; recent reports from public health officials and in line with national and regional a  more
People's Action Welcomes WFP's Sanders Endorsement
CHICAGO, Illinois, March 10 -- People's Action issued the following news release on March 9: People's Action cheered today's decision by the Working Families Party to endorse Bernie Sanders for president. "The multiracial working class is united behind Bernie Sanders," said Rosemary Rivera, co-director of People's Action organization Citizen Action of New York. "The Working Families Party has leveraged their power to put progressives in office all over the country. They provided serious muscle  more
PETA: Hugo Boss Launches First Vegan Men's Suit
NEW YORK, March 13 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * - Certified by PETA Germany, the Suit Is Made Exclusively From Animal-Free Materials * * * After years of talks with PETA Germany, HUGO BOSS has launched its first completely animal-free men's suit in its BOSS spring/summer collection. The suit is certified and sports the "PETA-Approved Vegan" logo. The animal rights group applauds HUGO BOSS for offering its customers this compassionate  more
PETA: Plastic Bag Ban Prompts Anti-Wool Ads
ALBANY, New York, March 10 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * - PETA's 'Wear Vegan' Campaign Takes Aim at a Planet Killer As Bad as Single-Use Plastic * * * With New York's plastic bag ban in full effect, PETA has placed ads on bus shelters in the heart of downtown Albany calling out the environmental damage caused by the production of another material: wool. In Australia--the world's top exporter of wool--the wool industry is the second-  more
PETA: Westchester County Schools Shut Down? Go to TeachKind.org
WESTCHESTER COUNTY, New York, March 14 -- People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals issued the following news release: * * * - PETA Offers Free Resources for Parents During COVID-19 Outbreak * * * As schools across the county are closing in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, TeachKind--PETA's humane education division--is encouraging parents to take advantage of its free online educational resources, activities, and lesson plans for students of all ages, including reading comprehension exe  more
Planned Parenthood Federation: Never Rarely Sometimes Always Film Shows How Mounting State Restrictions Push Safe, Legal Abortion Out of Reach
NEW YORK, March 11 -- The Planned Parenthood Federation of America issued the following news release: Planned Parenthood is proud to have collaborated on the award-winning film, Never Rarely Sometimes Always, the first feature to show the impact of a state abortion restriction on someone's ability to access safe, legal abortion. Planned Parenthood Federation of America worked closely with writer and director Eliza Hittman and the cast and crew of Never Rarely Sometimes Always to ensure the fil  more
Public Health Reports Journal Issues Research Articles in March/April 2020 Edition
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- Public Health Reports, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features public health practice and methodology, original research, public health law and public health schools and teaching from the Surgeon General and the Public Health Service, published research articles, including the following topics, in its March/April 2020 edition: Public Health Evaluation: * A Public Health Learning Collaborative on Climate Change for Urban Health Departments, 2016-2018 * Evaluation  more
Reviving Beijing's Neglected Macroeconomic Agenda: Tax Justice for Women's Rights
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Center for Economic and Social Rights issued the following news release: On Friday, March 13, CESR is co-sponsoring a webinar on tax justice for women's rights that has been organized by the Global Alliance for Tax Justice's (GATJ) Tax and Gender working group as a parallel event of the 64th session of the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW64). The webinar, "Reviving Beijing's Neglected Macroeconomic Agenda: Tax Justice for Women's Rights," takes place this Friday  more
Riverkeeper: 100 Plus Groups Appeal for 'Restore Mother Nature' Bond Act
ALBANY, New York, March 12 -- Riverkeeper issued the following news release on March 11: * * * - Riverkeeper joins organizations across New York State urging Gov. Cuomo and Legislature to support a "once in a generation" opportunity to restore habitats and prepare for climate change. * * * More than 100 organizations and advocacy groups from across New York State announced their support for an Environmental Bond Act, proposed in the Executive Budget, and are urging the Governor and legislati  more
Rochester Museum & Science Center to Temporarily Close to the Public in Response to COVID-19
ROCHESTER, New York, March 14 -- The Rochester Museum and Science Center issued the following news release: After consulting with a number of cultural leaders of institutions in the Rochester Region, it has become clear that closing our organizations is the best course of action for our community. The health and wellness of our staff, volunteers, visitors, and members are of the utmost importance to us and we are committed to taking all necessary steps to prevent the spread of COVID-19. As a re  more
Science Translational Medicine Journal Issues Research Articles in March 4, 2020 Edition
NEW YORK, March 9 -- Science Translational Medicine, a peer-reviewed journal from the American Association for the Advancement of Science that focuses on research in the translational medicine community, published research articles, including the following topics, in its March 4, 2020 edition: * Chlorotoxin-directed CAR T cells for specific and effective targeting of glioblastoma * A potent peptide-steroid conjugate accumulates in cartilage and reverses arthritis without evidence of systemic c  more
Sesame Workshop Launches Campaign to Raise Awareness of the Importance of Counting Every Child in the 2020 Census
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The Sesame Workshop issued the following news release on March 9: * * * - Millions of Young Children and Babies At Risk of Being Uncounted * * * The stakes are high for children in this year's Census: an accurate count is essential for young children to receive critical support from federally-funded programs supporting quality early education, special education, healthcare, nutrition, and housing. That is why Sesame Workshop, the nonprofit organization behind Sesame Str  more
Solar Energy Industries Association: New York Doubles Down on Renewable Energy Growth With 1.2 GW Announcement
WASHINGTON, March 14 -- The Solar Energy Industries Association issued the following statement: The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) commended the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) for announcing the outcome of the 2019 large-scale clean energy awards, which is an annual and competitive procurement process that NYSERDA follows to meet its Clean Energy Standard commitments by 2030. Of the twenty-one large scale projects announced, seventeen were solar p  more
Statement From UNITE HERE International President D. Taylor
NEW YORK, March 14 -- UNITE HERE, a labor union for workers in the hotel, gaming, food service, manufacturing, textile, distribution, laundry, transportation and airport industries in the U.S. and Canada, issued the following statement: As frontline workers in the hospitality, food service and transportation industries, the 300,000 UNITE HERE members and the families they support will be among those most affected by the unprecedented and unexpected spread of the coronavirus. Already, workers ar  more
SUNY Downstate Chief Resident for Internal Medicine Launches Smartphone Clinical Guidelines App
BROOKLYN, New York, March 12 -- Downstate Medical Center issued the following news release: Throughout his training, Yair Saperstein, M.D., MPH, Chief Resident for Internal Medicine at SUNY Downstate College of Medicine, looked for ways to improve access to the clinical protocols he needed at the bedside to provide the best care for his patients. With the idea that there is an app for everything, and with the support of his colleagues and mentors at Downstate, Dr. Saperstein and his collaborat  more
Surveillance Technology Oversight Project Condemns New NYPD Facial Recognition Policy, Calls for Ban and Mandatory Privacy Reporting.
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The Surveillance Technology Oversight Project issued the following news release: The Surveillance Technology Oversight Project (S.T.O.P.), a New York-based privacy group, condemned the NYPD's new facial recognition policy, repeating earlier calls for a state-wide ban on facial recognition surveillance and mandatory reporting on the privacy impact of all NYPD surveillance tools. The policy does nothing to reform existing facial recognition practices, such as the use of soft  more
Tech Workers at App Developer Glitch Vote to Form Union and Join CWA Organizing Initiative
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The Communications Workers of America issued the following news release on March 13: * * * - Employees at Glitch, a platform for app developers led by Anil Dash, announced voluntary union recognition to join the Communications Workers of America * * * In a historic step forward for workers organizing in tech, employees at Glitch, a coding platform tool company, won recognition for their union. The employees will join Communications Workers of America (CWA) Local 1101. G  more
Telemedicine & E-Health Journal Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- Telemedicine and e-Health, a peer-reviewed journal for telemedicine applications for achieving patient care and outcomes, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * The Effectiveness of Mobile Phone-Based Text Messaging to Intervene with Problem Drinking in Youth and Younger Adult Population: A Meta-Analysis Original Research: * m-Health for Early Detection of Oral Cancer in Low- and Middle-Income Countries * Mobile S  more
Telemedicine Journal and E-Health Issues Research Articles in March 2020 Edition
NEW ROCHELLE, New York, March 14 -- The Telemedicine Journal and E-Health, a peer-reviewed journal that says it features telemedicine applications for optimal patient care and outcomes, published research articles on the following topics in its March 2020 edition: * The Effectiveness of Mobile Phone-Based Text Messaging to Intervene with Problem Drinking in Youth and Younger Adult Population: A Meta-Analysis Original Research: * m-Health for Early Detection of Oral Cancer in Low- and Middle-  more
The American Kennel Club Launches National Marketing Campaign 'If It Barks, It's AKC'
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The American Kennel Club issued the following news release: The American Kennel Club is excited to launch its first ever nationwide digital brand marketing campaign "If It Barks, It's AKC." Catered to the dog-loving public, the campaign is based around AKC's 135 years of dog expertise and the desire to share this knowledge with all dog owners and lovers to help them create a long, happy life with their canine best friend. Dog ownership is a lifestyle and it is full of imp  more
The National Kidney Foundation Releases Comprehensive Guideline for Vascular Access in Dialysis Patients
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The National Kidney Foundation issued the following news release on March 13: * * * - The Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative work group takes patient's "ESKD Life-Plan" approach * * * The American Journal of Kidney Diseases (AJKD) published the National Kidney Foundation's KDOQI Clinical Practice Guideline for Vascular Access: 2019 Update, a completely revamped set of 26 individual guidelines for clinicians that focuses on dialysis access choices tailored to ind  more
The Open Space Institute Earns National Reaccreditation From the Land Trust Accreditation Commission
NEW YORK, March 12 -- The Open Space Institute issued the following news release: Leading land conservation organization the Open Space Institute (OSI) has officially been awarded reaccreditation by the Land Trust Accreditation Commission, an independent program of the Land Trust Alliance. The announcement marks more than a decade that OSI, among the largest accredited conservation groups in the nation, has held the designation. The land trust accreditation program recognizes land conservation  more
Trans Migrant Chin Tsui Returns Home From Immigration Prison
OAKLAND, California, March 12 -- Transgender Law Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to change law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely, authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression, issued the following news release on March 11: Last night, Chin Tsui returned home to New York after spending over two years in immigration prison, including nineteen months in solitary confinement. Transgender Law Center (TLC) and the Law Of  more
Transgender Law Center: With NY Governor's Pardon, Chin's Path Home Is Clear
OAKLAND, California, March 10 -- Transgender Law Center, a 501(c)3 non-profit that works to change law, policy, and attitudes so that all people can live safely, authentically, and free from discrimination regardless of their gender identity or expression, issued the following news release: This past weekend, Governor of New York State Andrew Cuomo issued a pardon for Chin Tsui's 1995 conviction in Nassau County. Last month, Transgender Law Center (TLC) and the Law Offices of Earnest Bailey won  more
Two SUNY Downstate Physicians Honored by Medical Society of the County of Kings
BROOKLYN, New York, March 11 -- Downstate Medical Center issued the following news release: Two SUNY Downstate Health Sciences University physicians are among 13 doctors to be honored tomorrow by the Medical Society of the County of Kings at its 9th Annual Doctors Recognition Day. Carla-Boutin Foster, M.D., M.S., nominated by the Provident Medical Society, is the Associate Dean of the Office of Diversity Education and Research at SUNY Downstate and a member of the faculty of the College of Med  more
U.S. Chamber of Commerce Issues Statement on Federal Reserve Coronavirus Actions
WASHINGTON, March 10 -- The U.S. Chamber of Commerce issued the following statement by CEO Thomas J. Donohue after the announcement that the New York Federal Reserve was injecting cash into the lending market: "The Chamber applauds the Federal Reserve's guidance to banks on how to work with customers, and the New York Federal Reserve injecting cash in lending markets. "These common-sense solutions will help ensure economic resilience as we navigate the economic headwinds created by the Corona  more
U.S. Council for International Business Calls for a Moonshot Mindset in the Business and Government Response to COVID-19 Virus
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The U.S. Council for International Business issued the following news release: The U.S. Council for International Business (USCIB) and Business Partners for Sustainable Development (BPSD) called for a cooperative, unified, business and government response to the global threat that is the COVID-19 Virus, on par with the challenges of the Space Race of the last century. With a membership base of American companies operating globally and a longstanding role in representing b  more
UNITE HERE Issues Statement on Coronavirus
NEW YORK, March 9 -- UNITE HERE, a labor union for workers in the hotel, gaming, food service, manufacturing, textile, distribution, laundry, transportation and airport industries in the U.S. and Canada, issued the following statement by President D. Taylor: "We commend Rep. Patty Murray (D-Wash.), Rep. Rosa Delauro (D-Conn.) and other Democratic leaders in the House and Senate for championing legislation that would require employers to provide paid sick days in light of the coronavirus spread   more
Veterans of Foreign Wars Recognizes 2nd Lt. Elsie S. Ott
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, March 10 -- The Veterans of Foreign Wars issued the following news release: * * * - Ott participated in the first air evacuation of patients originating in Karachi and concluding at then-Walter Reed Hospital in Washington, D.C. * * * The Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) recognizes Army Nurse Corps 2nd Lt. Elsie S. Ott. Ott, a native of Smithtown, New York, attended Lenox Hill Hospital School of Nursing after completing high school. After a short stint in nursing at are  more
Victory! New York State Changes Policy to Allow Transgender Minors to Correct Birth Certificates After Lambda Legal Lawsuit
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Lambda Legal issued the following news release on March 10: New York State announced it is changing its policy prohibiting transgender minors from correcting the sex marker on their birth certificates in a manner consistent with their gender identity. This announcement comes after Lambda Legal filed a lawsuit against the state last month on behalf of a transgender boy born in Ithaca, New York. "Every person should be recognized and respected for who they are. Today's anno  more
Vital Strategies: Coronavirus Pandemic Declaration
NEW YORK, March 12 -- Vital Strategies issued the following statement: The World Health Organization declared the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic. There are currently over 100,000 confirmed cases of coronavirus in 110 countries. Statement from Dr. Tom Frieden, former director of the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and current president and CEO of Resolve to Save Lives, on World Health Organization declaring the coronavirus outbreak a pandemic: "A pandemic declaration confirms wh  more
WaterAid America: Handwashing is First Line of Defense in Preventing Coronavirus, Millions Do Not Have Access to Soap, Water
NEW YORK, March 11 -- WaterAid America issued the following news release: Preventing the spread of Coronavirus (COVID-19) is almost impossible without clean water, decent sanitation and good hygiene. Currently, 785 million people globally lack access to clean water and 2.3 billion are without safe, private toilets. In the poorest countries almost half (45%) of health care facilities do not have clean water on site. According to the Unicef-WHO Joint Monitoring Programme, one in five healthca  more
Wildlife Conservation Society: Animal Planet's the ZOO Returns April 4
BRONX, New York, March 14 -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: Animal Planet's THE ZOO takes audiences behind the scenes at the world-famous Bronx Zoo for a fourth season to share remarkable stories that shine a light on amazing animals, the expertise of staff, and their unique relationships with the animals in their care. The series explains the day-activities at the Bronx Zoo and its sister parks as it focuses on the importance of zoos and aquariums to a wid  more
Wildlife Conservation Society: Liquid Treasure of the Gobi - Water, the Climate Crisis, and the Wandering Khulan
BRONX, New York, March 12 -- The Wildlife Conservation Society issued the following news release: Khulan (Equus hemionus), a species of wild ass living in the Gobi Desert, travel extremely long distances to meet their water needs - a strategy that will require urgent conservation interventions as local human impacts increase, says a team of scientists. Publishing their results in the journal Scientific Reports, researchers from the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna, WCS, and the Norw  more
WNBA Statement Regarding COVID-19
NEW YORK, March 13 -- The Women's National Basketball Association issued the following statement by Commissioner Cathy Engelbert regarding coronavirus: "The health and safety of players and employees - with our teams and at the league level - is of the utmost importance. "With regard to COVID-19, we are in touch with the teams, consulting with infectious disease specialists and monitoring guidance from the CDC and WHO. "The WNBA is currently not in season, but together with the WNBPA and te  more
Women in Semiconductors to Highlight Workplace Diversity at ASMC 2020
MILPITAS, California, March 12 -- SEMI, an association serving the manufacturing supply chain for the electronics industry, issued the following news release: The vital importance of workplace diversity in growing the global semiconductor industry's talent pipeline will take center stage as the Women in Semiconductors (WiS) program returns to the SEMI Advanced Semiconductor Manufacturing Conference (ASMC 2020) on May 4 in Saratoga Springs, New York. Back by popular demand, WiS continues to conn  more
Women's Refugee Commission: Trump Administration to Replace Leadership at Refugee Resettlement Agency With ICE Official
NEW YORK, March 14 -- The Women's Refugee Commission issued the following statement on March 13: According to officials at the Office of Refugee Resettlement (ORR), the Trump administration plans to replace ORR leadership - the U.S. agency largely responsible for the welfare of migrant and refugee children arriving alone ("unaccompanied") or separated from their parents - with personnel from U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). In response to the possible White House action, Leah Ch  more
Women's Rights Caucus Issues Feminist Declaration Marking 25th Anniversary of Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action
NEW YORK, March 10 -- The International Women's Health Coalition issued the following news release: Twenty-five years after the adoption of the Beijing Declaration and Platform for Action, the foundational global document on gender equality, governments at an abbreviated session of the UN's Commission on the Status of Women (CSW) have reaffirmed a commitment to gender equality but, according to leading feminist groups and activists, fell short of committing to the transformative steps necessary  more
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