WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Brian Fitzpatrick, R-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release: Langhorne, PA Today, Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-1) announced he has a secured $1,000,000 Community Project Funding (CPF) grant for the expansion of the Pavilion at Grand View Health as part of his ongoing mission to elevate and improve access to top-quality healthcare services for the PA-1 community. The CPF was introduced by Fitzpatrick into the FY23 Consolidated Appropriations Act as a pa  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations issued the following news release: More than 1,600 community members, partner organizations, religious leaders, elected officials, dignitaries, and supporters gathered at the Anaheim Marriott on Saturday, Oct. 12, for the Greater Los Angeles Area office of the Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR-LA)'s 28th Annual Gala, themed "Our Collective Strength: The Future of Muslim Power." This year's gala provided an opportunity   more

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- The National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics issued the following news release: Cumberlands' (Ky.) Jayden Boelter and Georgia Martell are the NAIA Women's Soccer Players of the Week, NAIA officials announced today. Boelter is the national offensive player of the week, while Martell earns the defensive award. The duo was selected based on their performances from October 7-13 from a pool of conference/Continental Athletic Conference (Independents)/unaffi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The American Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: The American Association of Colleges and Universities (AAC&U) announced today that Universities on Fire: Higher Education in the Climate Crisis, authored by Bryan Alexander and published by Johns Hopkins University Press, is the winner of the 2024 Frederic W. Ness Book Award. The Ness award is given annually to the book that best illuminates the goals and practices of  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- The Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education issued the following news: At its September 2024 annual meeting, the ACGME Board of Directors approved the following slate of officers. George E. Thibault, MD is the new Chair of the ACGME Board. In this role, he oversees implementation of the organization's strategic plan and all committees that have activities in accreditation or education and training; is an ex-officio member of each ACGME committee and c  more

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 16 -- The Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences issued the following news release: The Stack Family Center for Biopharmaceutical Education and Training (CBET) at Albany College of Pharmacy and Health Sciences has been selected to host the National Institute for Innovation in Manufacturing Biopharmaceuticals' (NIIMBL) eXperience program for the third consecutive year. The NIIMBL eXperience program is designed to provide underrepresented minority students complet  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The Association for Career and Technical Education issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: Today, the Association for Career and Technical Education (ACTE) announced its 2025 national finalists from its five regions in eight different award categories. Finalists were announced for Teacher of the Year, Postsecondary Professional of the Year, Administrator of the Year, New Teacher of the Year, Teacher Educator of the Year, Counseling and Career Develop  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The American Gear Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: * * * AGMA Recognizes Gear Industry Professionals at Annual Technical Conference * * * The American Gear Manufacturers Association (AGMA) held the annual Fall Technical Meeting (FTM) last week in Rosemont, IL. An awards luncheon was held the second day of the conference to recognize many individuals that have contributed to the technical community through standards development, edu  more

JACKSON, Mississippi, Oct. 16 -- The Mississippi Department of Agriculture and Commerce issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Commissioner Gipson Also Provides Recap of the 2024 Mississippi State Fair * * * Commissioner of Agriculture and Commerce Andy Gipson recapped the 2024 Mississippi State Fair and announced new details ahead of the 60th annual Dixie National Livestock Show and Rodeo. The upcoming Dixie National Rodeo is scheduled to run February 7-9 and 12-16, 2025,  more

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 16 -- The Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas, a district bank in the Federal Home Loan Bank System, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Award Part of the New $1M Native American Housing Opportunities Fund * * * LIVINGSTON, TEXAS, October 15, 2024 -- Representatives from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Dallas (FHLB Dallas), through its member Austin Bank, awarded a $150,000 Native American Housing Opportunities (NAHO) Fund grant to Alabama-Coushatta India  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 15 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Dr. Nicholas H. Nelsen, a 2018 Oklahoma State University graduate, has quickly emerged as a notable figure in the fields of computational mathematics and machine learning. His academic journey, which began with receiving three undergraduate degrees mechanical engineering and aerospace engineering from the College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology, and mathematics from the College of Arts and Scienc  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The American Academy of Actuaries issued the following news release: The American Academy of Actuaries recognized outstanding Academy volunteers and emerging actuarial leaders at the opening session of the Academy's 2024 "Envision Tomorrow" annual meeting in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 15. Four Academy members were recognized with the Academy's 2024 Outstanding Volunteerism Awards for exceptional volunteer contributions to Academy work during the past year, and nine membe  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 16 -- The American Association for Cancer Research issued the following news release: SAN ANTONIO - Laura J. van 't Veer, PhD, will receive the William L. McGuire Memorial Lecture Award during the San Antonio Breast Cancer Symposium (SABCS) 2024, to be held December 10-13 at the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center in San Antonio, Texas. The William L. McGuire Memorial Lecture Award was established in 1992 to commemorate McGuire's significant contributions to br  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 -- The American Institute of Steel Construction issued the following news release: The American Institute of Steel Construction's Forge Prize is looking for groundbreaking ideas--and Emily Baker is particularly well qualified to help find them. Baker is an inventor, fabricator, architect, and associate professor of architecture at the University of Arkansas, and now, she'll be one of three jurors for the 2025 Forge Prize. She also won the 2024 Forge Prize with a lan  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The American Staffing Association issued the following news release: An initiative that helps military spouses enter the information technology field, a program that trains health workers to assist local communities, and a partnership with a local high school that offers pathways to careers headline the top job training programs recognized by the American Staffing Association's 2024 Elevate Awards. Since 2018, the Elevate Awards have recognized the most outstan  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 16 -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * * Professor Victor Chang is up for 'Inspirational Individual of the Year' * It recognises Professor Chang's significant contributions to technology, education and the IT community * Winners will be announced during a ceremony in London on 13 November 2024. * * * Professor Victor Chang, a prominent academic in the field of business analytics at Aston University, has been shortlisted for the prestigious 'Inspir  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations issued the following news release: Nashville, Tennessee Today, the American Trucking Associations' Trucking Association Executives Council honored eight state trucking executives for their service to the industry and to the ATA Federation. "These awards honor a handful of distinguished state trucking association executives for every five years of leadership at their organizations. These executives, al  more

DECORAH, Iowa, Oct. 15 -- Luther College issued the following news: Luther College's Dr. David J. Roslien Distinguished Lecture in Science and Leadership presents author Shawn Otto at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 29, in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall. Otto's talk, titled "The War on Science" (after his 2016 book of the same title), will be followed by a time for questions and answers, moderated by Luther Regent Dr. Michael Osterholm, Luther College class of 1975, director of the Center for Inf  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Association for Women in Science issued the following statement on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * The Association for Women in Science (AWIS) expresses deep disappointment that no women were awarded Nobel Prizes in the sciences this year. This outcome highlights a persistent gender imbalance in the recognition of scientific and academic excellence in physics, chemistry, physiology and medicine, and economic sciences. "We know many women are succeeding and thriving in STEM, bu  more

MUNCIE, Indiana, Oct. 16 -- Ball State University issued the following news release: Ball State University's College of Communication, Information, and Media (CCIM) has completed major studio renovations, integrating cutting-edge technology to enhance immersive learning experiences and support student success. Completed prior to the start of the Fall 2024 semester, the renovated studios--located in the Ball Communication Building--were upgraded to meet industry standards and to enhance hands-o  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release: Proposed CHIPS Investment of up to $750 Million Would Support Construction of World's Largest Silicon Carbide 200mm Ecosystem and Create Over 5,000 Jobs in North Carolina and New York Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce and Wolfspeed, Inc. have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) to provide up to $750 million in proposed direct fun  more

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 15 -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Mentorship training workshops, a new listserv and other initiatives aim to build connections * * * By Shawn Ammann Being a postdoctoral researcher is hard. It can be an isolating experience, because it's challenging to find a sense of community. Simply put, a postdoc is between the completion of doctoral studies and full-time employment in industry or academia, in the hopes of receiving additional train  more

CHEYENNE, Wyoming, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- BlackFog, a company that says it protects data and privacy and strengthens regulatory compliance, issued the following news release: * * * * Findings from new research commissioned by BlackFog shows impact of stress among cybersecurity leaders * 93% of those considering leaving their role state that stress or the demands of the job are impacting their decision to leave * Work-life balance: security leaders are working an extra nine hours on average ea  more

CHATTANOOGA, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee issued the following news release: * * * Medicare Advantage earns 4.5 stars; Medicaid, BlueCare and commercial plans also earn high scores * * * BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee (BlueCross) has announced its 2024 Health Plan Quality Star Ratings from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA). The insurer's Dual Special Needs Plan (DSNP) and Medicare Advantag  more

RANDOLPH AFB, Texas, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news: Twenty-two Undergraduate Pilot Training student pilots of Class 24-15, graduated on October 11, 2024, at the Columbus Event Center on Columbus Air Force Base, Mississippi. The UPT graduation ceremony officially marks the completion of initial flight training in the T-6 Texan II as students earn their wings and begin the next phase of advanced pilot training for the Air Force's newest  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 16 -- The California Academy of Sciences issued the following news release: * * * The Academy will present the Fellows Medals, Distinguished Service Awards, and new Fellows on October 15, 2024 * * * The California Academy of Sciences is pleased to announce that 14 new members will join the ranks of the Academy Fellows, a governing group of more than 500 distinguished scientists and other leaders who have made notable contributions to scientific research, educa  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 16 -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news: The Recorder published a Q&A interview with strategic transactions counsel Emily Karlberg on Oct. 7 in recognition of her winning a California Legal Award in the "Women Leaders in Tech Law" category. Emily brings to Ropes & Gray a deep understanding of complex technology transactions with a specialty focus on carve-outs. She leads clients and their business and operations teams through the restructuring of  more

BAKERSFIELD, California, Oct. 16 -- California State University-Bakersfield issued the following news: * * * Poverty simulation puts nursing students into low-income patients' shoes * * * At California State University, Bakersfield, nursing students are taught more than the clinical essentials of caregiving. The program also emphasizes empathy, but putting themselves in their patients' shoes can be difficult without knowing the fuller picture of their lives. With Kern County consistently a  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- Cancer Research UK issued the following news on Oct. 15, 2024: Today, we're excited to announce a pound sterling173m investment in our Cambridge Institute - the largest single grant we have ever awarded outside of London. The award, which will support the Institute over the next seven years, will enable world-class discovery science, unlocking new insights into how cancers develop, grow and spread, as well as examining how the immune system can be harnesse  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: WEST BETHESDA, Md. Naval Surface Warfare Center Carderock Division hosted its annual Industry Day virtually on Oct. 9, 2024. This was followed by the in-person Navy Small Business Symposium, facilitated by the NavalX Capital Tech Bridge and the Pike District Partnership, at the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel and Conference Center on Oct. 10. Industry Day provided a virtual platform for Carderock's technical experts   more

CARDIFF, Wales, Oct. 16 -- Cardiff University issued the following news: A Cardiff University student has won national recognition at the finals of a competition which champions women and girls aspiring to a career in the property and construction industry. Sophie Page, an undergraduate at the Welsh School of Architecture, picked up the 2024 Women in Property National Student Award at a celebration event in Claridge's, London. Sophie, who is about to start the third year of her BSc Architectu  more

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 15 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: For the second year in a row, the University's Career Services team has been honored with the prestigious Spark Award from Handshake, a career management platform that connects students with jobs, internships and employers. The recognition highlights the team's innovative use of the platform to support student career development and underscores its commitment to student success. The University adopted Handshake just   more

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, Oct. 16 -- Cargill, a provider of food, agriculture, financial and industrial products and services, issued the following news release: Gresik, Indonesia (Oct 15, 2024). Cargill has been honored with the INDI 4.0 2024 award in the Smart Factory category by the Indonesia's Ministry of Industry. Presented by The Minister of Industry, Agus Gumiwang Kartasasmita, this award recognizes Cargill for successfully integrating of advanced technologies under Industry 4.0 in its coc  more

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, Oct. 10 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies that make Minnesota a freer, more prosperous and better-governed state, issued the following commentary: * * * Gov. Walz' Broadband Extension Will Cost $6,753 Per Household Written by John Phelan Back in April, I wrote: "One area where there is a good deal of bipartisan agreement in Minnesota is the need to expand broadband internet. Th  more

BATHURST, Australia, Oct. 16 -- The Charles Sturt University issued the following news: * * * Three Rivers has launched a hub, in collaboration with the Murrumbidgee Primary Health Network, to provide students and mental health professionals with easily accessible resources. * Charles Sturt's Three Rivers Department of Rural Health launches the Rural Mental Health Education Enhancement Hub on Wednesday 9 October * The Hub is a digital education platform to provide students, mental health pro  more

POINT LOOKOUT, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- College of the Ozarks issued the following news release: College of the Ozarks proudly announces the release of the expanded edition of Miracle in the Ozarks: The Story Continues, The Rise of "Hard Work U." to National Prominence, authored by Dr. Jerry C. Davis, President Emeritus of College of the Ozarks. The new edition, available today, traces the remarkable history of the College and its journey to becoming a nationally recognized institution. Davis, who  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (TNSrep) -- The Congressional Budget Office issued the following report on Sept. 30, 2024, entitled "Federal Spending for Flood Adaptations:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Adaptations and Their Effects on Expected Damage From Flooding Flood adaptations can reduce damage from floods that is expected to occur in the future. The Army Corps of Engineers usually builds community-level adaptations such as dams and levees and makes improvements to water channels. FEMA funds  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Shontel Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: Maple Heights, OH On Thursday, Congresswoman Shontel Brown (OH-11) presented Maple Heights Mayor Annette Blackwell and members of the Maple Heights Police Department with a check to recognize the recent federal grant awarded to the city. Meeting at the Maple Heights Police Department, Congresswoman Brown also spoke with Mayor Blackwell and the officers about their work to promote public safety in Maple Heights  more

ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Oct. 16 -- Anheuser-Busch, a brewing company, issued the following news release: * * * The leader in spirits-based, ready-to-drink cocktails is bringing back its fan-favorites, Espresso Martini and Peppermint White Russian, while introducing new cocktails to enhance holiday entertaining * * * San Diego, CA (October 15, 2024) - Today Cutwater, the #1 spirits-based canned cocktail brand, is excited to announce the return of two popular holiday innovations - the Espresso Ma  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO --The American Library Association Publishing Committee provides a grant of up to $5,000 for the preparation of print or electronic reading lists, indexes or other guides to library resources that promote reading or the use of library resources at any type of library. Funded projects have ranged from "A Resource Guide about Disabilities, Disability Theory, and Assisti  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Transportation Command issued the following news release: ST. LOUIS -- Allies and partners are vital for achieving decision advantage and credible capacity in contested logistics, U.S. Transportation Command's new commander, Air Force Gen. Randall Reed, said Oct. 10, at this year's Fall Meeting. The National Defense Transportation Association (NDTA) and USTRANSCOM hosted the event from Oct. 7-10, 2024. Military, industry, and government l  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- AmfAR-the Foundation for AIDS Research issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Sylvester and Jennifer Stallone to Be Honored Event, Hosted at Wynn Las Vegas, to Coincide With Race Weekend * * * Icon Diana Ross is confirmed to perform at amfAR's inaugural Las Vegas benefit event on Friday, November 22, 2024. Academy Award-winning actor, writer, and director Sylvester Stallone and accomplished entrepreneur, philanthropist, and model Jennifer Stallone wil  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 16 -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release: Charlotte, NC (Tuesday, October 15, 2024) -- Discovery Education and Honda present new resources that empower high school students to experiment with and understand driver and pedestrian safety. The new content is from Honda Safety Driven, a safety program and education initiative that empowers students nationwide to use safe driving skills as a roadmap to become r  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release: Charlotte, NC (Monday, October 14, 2024)--A new study reveals key areas of opportunity for addressing the most pressing issue facing educators today: student engagement. The Education Insights Report by Discovery Education captures prevailing attitudes and beliefs from superintendents, teachers, parents, and students. Survey data was collected by The Harri  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 16 -- Duquesne University issued the following news release: Duquesne University is proud to announce a new partnership with the Warrior Canine Connection (WCC)--in conjunction with the generous support of Team Foster--will further enhance its ongoing commitment to Veterans. Utilizing the WCC's innovative Mission Based Trauma Recovery (MBTR) training model, this new initiative will benefit not only Veterans but also the Duquesne University and the broader Pittsbu  more

OSHAWA, Ontario, Oct. 16 -- Durham College issued the following news: Durham College (DC) alumnus Kyle Douglas has been named the 2024 G.W. McLaughlin Award recipient by the Greater Oshawa Chamber of Commerce (GOCC), recognizing the profound impact he has made in his community. Selected by the Chamber's Board President, this award is given to an individual who displays exceptional dedication to the community, outstanding career achievement, civic pride and who has been a mentor, both in busines  more

JOONDALUP, Australia, Oct. 16 -- Edith Cowan University issued the following news: * * * ECU Professor Zora Singh has become the first Australian academic to receive the ASHS Outstanding Graduate Educator Award for his contributions to teaching and student success. * * * Edith Cowan University (ECU) Professor Zora Singh has received the American Society for Horticultural Science (ASHS) Outstanding Graduate Educator Award at the ASHS Annual Conference held at Honolulu, Hawaii. Professor Sing  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- Emory University Rollins School of Public Health issued the following news release: Researchers from Rollins are partnering with the University of Minnesota and Johns Hopkins to lead a new national resource to advance dementia care. The State Alzheimer's Research Support (StARS) Center--funded by a $17 million grant from the National Institute on Aging--will foster research collaboration and create a national data infrastructure to evaluate innovative stat  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Oct. 16 -- ESPN, a sports media company, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: ESPN Films announced today that "Motorcycle Mary", as part of ESPN Films' 30 for 30 Shorts catalog, will premiere on November 3 at 2 p.m. ET on ESPN2 and will also be available to stream on ESPN+. The short documentary is directed by Haley Watson (in her directorial debut), produced by Rachel Greenwald, and executive produced by two-time Oscar(R) winner Ben Proudfoot and seven-time  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 16 -- Eureka, a part of Acuity Brands, issued the following news: * * * Acoustic luminaire now available in 9.5" height for low ceiling applications * * * Montreal, October 15, 2024 - Eureka (www.eurekalighting.com), an established leader in decorative lighting solutions, today announced the addition of a 9.5" slim-profile version of its Mill luminaires. Mill is a range of acoustic luminaires in diverse formats, sizes and mounting options. Its unique aesthetic enables  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 11 -- The Federal Labor Relations Authority issued the following decision (Case No. 0-AR-5922): * * * UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE U.S. MARINE CORPS MAGTFTC/MCAGCC/MCCS TWENTYNINE PALMS, CALIFORNIA (Agency) and AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES LOCAL 2018 (Union) 0 AR 5922 * * * DECISION October 11, 2024 Before the Authority: Susan Tsui Grundmann, Chairman, and Colleen Duffy Kiko and Anne Wagner, Members I. Statement of the Case Arbitrator Cha  more

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- G.E. Vernova, an energy company, issued the following news release: * * * * Utilizing an Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) system within a carbon capture system can lead to more than 6% savings * The DOE-funded study evaluated integrating the James M. Barry Unit 6 natural gas combined-cycle (NGCC) power plant with Linde's Gen 2 carbon capture solution based on BASF's OASE blue gas treatment technology * Study shows significant potential benefits o  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 15 -- Georgia State University issued the following news on Oct. 14, 2024: Labor and education economist Christopher Walters, an associate professor at the University of California, Berkeley, will speak on "Experimental Approaches to Measuring Labor Market Discrimination" at the 19th annual W.J. Usery Distinguished Lecture Monday, Nov. 4. His presentation will be held at Georgia State University's Andrew Young School of Policy Studies, 55 Park Place NE, Atlanta, on the n  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 15 -- Georgia Institute of Technology issued the following news: Victoria Chang, Georgia Tech's Bourne Chair in Poetry, has been named the winner of the prestigious UK poetry award The Forward Prize for best poetry collection. Chang won for her new volume, With My Back to the World, inspired by the work of artist Agnes Martin. The Forward Foundation, which administers the prize, said the book explores art, depression, and isolation "in ways that open up new modes of exp  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release: * * * Funded by the Inflation Reduction Act as part of President Biden's Investing in America agenda * * * ATLANTA - The U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) announced it will award a contract to Chitina Diversified Services LLC, a Native Alaskan-owned, small disadvantaged business based in Anchorage, Alaska, for repairs at the Howard H. Baker, Jr. United States Courthouse in Knoxville, Tennes  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 16 -- Gov. Maura Healey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Massachusetts Life Science Center Incentives expected to create 1,155 new life sciences jobs; Since MLSC's inception, Tax Incentive Program has helped create over 18,000 jobs * * * The Healey-Driscoll Administration and the Massachusetts Life Sciences Center (MLSC) announced $21.4 million in tax incentive awards to 19 life sciences companies. The awards, provided th  more

MCLEAN, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Hilton Worldwide issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * The exclusive partnership brings AI powered virtual assistance and dedicated Hilton Reservations and Customer Care support to Be My Eyes users across the U.S. and Canada * * * For many, checking into a hotel can mean the beginning of an exciting adventure, a relaxing getaway or important moments in life. For guests who are blind or have low vision, exploring the unfamiliar surroundings of   more

BROWNWOOD, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Howard Payne University issued the following news: Howard Payne University alumna Brandi Parrish was recently named by Texas Baptists as one of nine recipients of the Baptist Educators Serving Texans (B.E.S.T.) Award for 2024. HPU President Dr. Cory Hines presented Parrish with the award during a worship service at her church, Pursuit Church in Kilgore, on Sunday, October 13. The B.E.S.T. Award is coordinated by the Office of Cooperative Program Ministry and annual  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Humane Society Legislative Fund issued the following news release: For over a decade, the Humane Society of the United States has pushed for stronger enforcement of the Horse Protection Act, urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture to close gaps in its oversight that have perpetuated horse soring, an illegal and abusive practice that forces Tennessee walking horses and related breeds to perform the exaggerated "Big Lick" gait. In April 2024, the USDA finalized a long  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 15 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: The Intellectual Freedom Round Table is seeking journal article nominations for the 2025 Eli M. Oboler Memorial Award. The award winner will be announced in the spring of 2025. A certificate of recognition and $500 cash award will be presented at the 2025 American Library Association Annual Conference in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The deadline for nominations is January 2, 2  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 16 -- The Indiana University McKinney School of Law issued the following news release: IU McKinney Professor Lahny Silva received the inaugural Community Activist Award from the Marion County Prosecutor's Office. She was honored during an event on October 9. Professor Silva was recognized for her dedication to making Indianapolis a safer and more just community and instilling these values in the next generation of lawyers. During the presentation, she and her team  more

ITHACA, New York, Oct. 15 -- Cornell University issued the following news: J. Ellen Gainor, professor of performing and media arts in the College of Arts & Sciences, has been awarded the George Freedley Memorial Award Special Jury Prize from the Theatre Library Association (TLA) for her book, "The Routledge Anthology of Women's Theatre Theory & Dramatic Criticism," co-edited with Catherine Boroughs, courtesy professor of performing and media arts (A&S). The award will be presented at the TLA   more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Oct. 16 -- The American Mathematical Society issued the following news release: The Joaquin Bustoz Math-Science Honors Program (JBMSHP) at Arizona State University (ASU) will receive the 2025 Award for Mathematics Programs that Make a Difference from the American Mathematical Society (AMS). "The JBMSHP provides college-bound high-school students from groups that are historically underrepresented in STEM with a successful university experience and enhances their prospe  more

BELLEVUE, Washington, Oct. 16 -- The Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms issued the following news release: John Petrolino, well-known author of "Decoding Firearms: An Easy to Read Guide on General Gun Safety & Use," and regular contributing writer at Ammoland News, Bearing Arms.com, and The Truth About Guns, has been elected to fill a position on the Board of Directors for the Citizens Committee for the Right to Keep and Bear Arms. A U.S. Merchant Marine officer, and an NRA  more

KEUKA PARK, New York, Oct. 16 -- Keuka College issued the following news release: * * * A popular Keuka College professor is instructing students far beyond the College's campus thanks to the publication of his latest academic text. * * * Dr. David Felten, Keuka College's Distinguished Scholar in Residence, recently completed the second edition of Netter's Neuroscience Coloring Book, a widely used resource in neuroscience education. The book combines artistic illustrations with scientific co  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 -- London Mayor Sadiq Khan issued the following news release on Oct. 14, 2024: * Mayor announces record investment deals in London so far in 2024 despite global economic downturn and uncertainty * In 10 months, London has already seen nearly pound sterling10m more invested than in previous years * Three tech businesses that Sadiq met in New York announce further investment plans in the capital * International investment across the capital has created nearly 10,000 jo  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 -- The city of London issued the following news release: The City of London Corporation is celebrating after receiving six gold awards at this year's London in Bloom competition. West Ham Park, the largest green space in Newham, and managed by the City Corporation since 1874, was awarded gold and named category winner for large park of the year. Also taking home gold in the large park of the year category were Queens Park, which dates from 1887, and Golders Hill Park   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 15 [Category: Transportation] -- The American Trucking Associations issued the following news release: Nashville, Tennessee Today, the American Trucking Associations recognized Greg Fulton, president of the Colorado Motor Carriers Association, with the ATA Trucking Association Executives Council President's Leadership Award. "In his nearly three decades leading Colorado's state trucking association, Greg has significantly grown the organization both in membership size  more

SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, Oct. 16 -- Lawrence Technological University issued the following news: The Centrepolis Accelerator at Lawrence Technological University has been awarded $2,282,667.67 through the Critical Minerals Grant program, part of Gov. Gretchen Whitmer's Fiscal Year 2024 budget. This funding, provided by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), supports Centrepolis' efforts to advance innovative solutions for the recovery and recycling of critical min  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 -- The Royal United Services Institute issued the following news: At an awards ceremony held at RUSI, internationally recognised war journalists Lyse Doucet CM OBE and Christina Lamb OBE were presented with their Chesney Gold Medal awards by His Royal Highness The Duke of Kent, President of RUSI. Lyse and Christina were presented with their awards in front of their friends and family, colleagues, and an audience of RUSI members in the Institute's Naim Dangoor Hall. Th  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- Dow Jones, a provider of news and business information, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Third installment of the list includes Jensen Huang, Bill Ackman, Claudia Sahm and more * * * MarketWatch today announced the release of MarketWatch50, which highlights business leaders and policymakers who provided significant contributions to finance and the economy. The third annual list focuses on five categories: Traders & Investors, Policymakers, Corpor  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (Sen.) -- Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, R-Kentucky, issued the following news release: Senate Republican Leader Mitch McConnell (R-KY) announced today the Logan Industrial Development Authority, Inc., in collaboration with Logan Economic Alliance for Development (LEAD), will receive $1,920,000 in federal funding to support the construction of a new two-lane roadway at the West Industrial Park in Russellville, Kentucky. Funded by the Fiscal Year 2024 government fun  more

BRIARCLIFF MANOR, New York, Oct. 16 -- The Academy of Management, an association for management and organization scholars whose members are professors and PhD students in business schools at universities, academics in related social science and other fields and practitioners who value knowledge creation and application issued the following news release: * * * Peter Bamberger became president at AOM 2024 in Chicago, succeeding past president Sharon Alvarez. * * * Peter A. Bamberger is the cur  more

SANTA MONICA, California, Oct. 16 -- The Milken Institute issued the following news release: (Washington, DC) -- The Milken Institute and the Motsepe Foundation announced the 10 teams advancing to the Semifinalist Round of the Milken-Motsepe Prize in FinTech, with each team receiving $100,000 in funding. Responding to a global call for applications, this prize supports innovative solutions to expand access to tools necessary for financial inclusion across emerging and frontier markets. The Se  more

SACKVILLE, New Brunswick, Oct. 16 -- Mount Allison University issued the following news: * * * Dr. Rachel Rubin and Dr. Craig Brett appointed as co-leads to guide a consultative, inclusive, and iterative planning effort * * * Over the next year, the University will embark on an exciting, collaborative journey to create Mount Allison's new strategic plan. This plan will guide the university towards our third century of excellence and impact. The Strategic Planning Process (SPP) will be chai  more

STARKVILLE, Mississippi, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- Mississippi State University issued the following news: A new Mississippi State-led project will address the gaps in STEM education for rural, low-income students thanks to a National Science Foundation grant. MSU Social Science Research Center Director Devon Brenner is leading the Rural Low-Income Student Investigations Network Groups, or RISING, with a $2 million, five-year NSF award to collect data and create research networks for STEM programs.   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The National Association of Water Companies issued the following news release: ISELIN -- The New Jersey Chapter of the National Association of Water Companies (NAWC) is proud to announce the recipients of its 2024 scholarship awards, totaling $10,000. These scholarships are awarded to two exceptional high school seniors who have demonstrated outstanding academic achievements, leadership skills and a keen interest in the water industry. The first scholarship recipient is   more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-LACKLAND, Texas, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Air Force Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland (16th Air Force) issued the following news: The Rising Six Council hosted a non-commissioned officer induction ceremony for the new NCOs of the 433rd Airlift Wing and 960th Cyberspace Wing on Oct. 5 at the Pfingston Reception Center at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, Texas. NCO Act of Heroism and Air Force Cross recipient, Chief Master Sgt. Robert Gutierrez Jr., Air Education and Training Co  more

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, Oct. 16 -- Niagara University issued the following news: Niagara University is the host of the 2024 Peace and Justice Studies Association's annual conference, which will bring more than 300 scholars to Monteagle Ridge Oct. 24-27, 2024. This year's theme is "We Are All Connected: Fostering Intersectionality and Solidarity." Among the featured events is a Haudenosaunee Thanksgiving Address and Buddhist Monk chant for peace, a plenary event illuminating the conference the  more

NIAGARA FALLS, New York, Oct. 16 -- Niagara University issued the following news: By Lisa McMahon For the past eight years, Niagara University has given the victims of domestic violence a voice through an exhibit of artwork reflecting their journeys, experiences, hopes, and dreams called "Living in Light: The Art of Healing." This year's event, which was held Oct. 8 at the Castellani Art Museum on the university's campus and featured Tommi A. Vincent, an award-winning author, entrepreneur, a  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 16 -- The University of Nottingham issued the following news release: A University of Nottingham composer has been nominated for a prestigious Ivor Novello Award, the UK's leading classical awards for songwriters and composers, for the second year in a row. Dr Duncan MacLeod, Associate Professor in the School of Music, has been nominated in the 'Best Sound Art' category at the Ivors Classical Awards 2024 for his soundwalk composition Orasaigh. The Classical Awards are  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 (TNSres) -- The National Science Foundation issued the following news release: The U.S. National Science Foundation congratulates Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson of the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and James A. Robinson of the University of Chicago as the 2024 recipients of the Nobel Prize in economics formally the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel for studies on how societies form political and economic institutions that affect  more

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 16 -- The Pennsylvania Bar Association issued the following news release: Anne John has worked for a private general civil law practice since 1983. Through her work here, she was nominated for the Pennsylvania Bar Association's Commission on Women in the Profession Special Achievement Award. The award recognizes achievements by a female member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association in the legal profession whose actions and work have promoted the betterment of women   more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 16 -- Maryland Attorney General Anthony G. Brown issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced that his office has reached a settlement with Precision Toxicology for $27 million to resolve allegations that it billed government health programs for medically unnecessary urine drug tests and kickbacks to physicians in exchange for laboratory testing referrals. Precision, headquartered in San Diego, California, is on  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The White House issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: Today, President Joe Biden announced his intent to appoint the following individuals to serve in key roles: * Michael Guest, to be a Member of the Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State * Pamela Spratlen, to be a Member of the Commission on Reform and Modernization of the Department of State * Caroline Tess, to be a Member of the Commission on Reform and Modernization of the   more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 -- The Publishers Association issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: The Unwin Award has today announced the judging panel for the inaugural year of this new, literary award recognising non-fiction authors in the earlier stages of their careers, whose work is considered to have made a significant contribution to the world. Professor Shahidha Bari - an academic, critic and broadcaster - will Chair the 2025 Judging Panel, and is joined by Dr Anne-Marie Imafi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that say it combines journalism and engagement, issued the following news: By Jessica Mims In celebration of Native American Heritage Month, we are featuring several journalists who have reported on relevant topics, and who would love to visit your classroom! Take a look at our featured guest speakers below, and click here to connect your class with a guest speaker. This opportunity is open to classroom and afterschool educators, as well   more

NIJMEGEN, The Netherlands, Oct. 16 -- Radboud University issued the following news: Five scientists from Radboud University will receive a KNAW Early Career Award. With this award, the KNAW recognises scientific talent of young researchers doing innovative and original research work. The prize is awarded annually by the Royal Netherlands Academy of Arts and Sciences (KNAW) to 12 researchers from different fields of research. The recipients receive 15,000 euros and a unique work of art. This ye  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of the Interior's Bureau of Reclamation issued the following news release: DENVER The Bureau of Reclamation today announced an award of $4.2 million for 31 new science and technology research projects. The projects garnered an additional $11.2 million in matching cost-share funds. Projects were wide ranging from ways to safely eliminate invasive mussels in reservoirs to utilizing robotic crawlers to inspect buried or encased metallic pipe minimizing r  more

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Alabama, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command issued the following news: By Bridget Lynch ABERDEEN PROVING GROUND, Md. (October 15, 2024) - Agile. It's defined as the ability to move quickly and easily, and one of the "buzz" words heard around the globe as the Army continues to modernize. Commanders must be agile in multiple ways. Physically - to shoot, move and defend over their adversaries; and mentally - to learn, understand and lead their troops. To be agile is a   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Emanuel Cleaver, D-Missouri, issued the following news release: (Kansas City, MO) Today, U.S. Representative Emanuel Cleaver, II (D-MO) released the following statement on the passing of former Hallmark CEO, Kansas City civic leader, Donald J. Hall Sr. "Like no other person I have ever known, Don Hall lived a life of deserved acclaim and great reputation. He chose to award and honor others. In fact, I am a witness that he provided support and praise to those of us w  more

DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 16 -- The Colorado House Republicans issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: Local "Rosie the Riveter" Betty Hayes turns 100 years old. A celebration at the Welcome Home Alliance for Veterans Resource Center in Montrose occurred on Thursday, October 10, 2024. As a celebratory surprise, Representative Marc Catlin presented Betty Hayes with the Congressional Gold Medal for her service to this country during World War Two. The Congressional Gold Medal is the high  more

DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 16 -- The Colorado House Republicans issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: Today, October 15, 2024, Representative Marc Catlin receives Economic Development Council of Colorado's (EDCC) 2024 Legislator of the Year EDIE Award at the annual Drive|Lead|Succeed (https://edcconline.org/2024-dls-conference/) Conference in Beaver Creek, CO. Rep. Catlin was recognized for his bipartisanship and ability to work across the aisle on many issues including water, broadb  more

BETHESDA, Maryland, Oct. 16 -- American Beverage Licensees issued the following news release: * * * Outstanding Bar, Tavern and Package Beverage Store Owners Honored by National Trade Association * * * American Beverage Licensees (ABL) proudly recognized the 2024 ABL Retailers of the Year at its Annual Meeting held in San Antonio, Texas on July 27-29. These prestigious awards honor beverage licensees who have demonstrated exceptional leadership and community engagement in the beverage alcoho  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Oct. 15 -- Rice University issued the following news release: An interdisciplinary team of Rice University engineers and collaborators led by Jamie Padgett has won $1.5 million from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to improve the safety and resiliency of coastal communities facing compounded risk from hazardous weather events. Buffalo Bayou Park in Houston, Texas, in the wake of Hurricane Beryl (Silvia Cernea Clark/Rice University)Padgett, together with Ben Hu and Avant  more

COLUMBIA, South Carolina, Oct. 16 -- Benedict College issued the following news release: * * * The Ritedose International Student Engagement (RISE) Program enables the company to tap top international STEM students at the HBCU to fill key positions * * * To meet a need for demanding company roles, The Ritedose Corporation (Ritedose) partnered with inSpring and Benedict College to develop RISE, a workforce initiative for international STEM students at the Historically Black College and Univer  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Oct. 16 -- Ropes and Gray, a law firm, issued the following news on Oct. 15, 2024: Ropes & Gray announced today that Amish Shah has joined the firm as counsel in Washington, D.C. after ending his service as Senior Associate Counsel to President Biden. With this hire out of the White House, the firm expands the capabilities of its award-winning, global litigation & enforcement practice. "Amish is a tremendous strategic addition," said Julie Jones, chair. "He brings senior  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 -- The Royal College of Psychiatrists issued the following news release: The Royal College of Psychiatrists has launched a new campaign (https://www.rcpsych.ac.uk/become-a-psychiatrist/choose-psychiatry) to encourage medical students and newly qualified doctors to #ChoosePsychiatry and help people with severe mental illness live a fulfilling life. The call to action is being backed by award-winning actor and presenter Stephen Fry, communicator and strategist Alastair C  more

OTTAWA, Canada, Oct. 16 -- The Royal Society of Canada issued the following news release: Dr. Geoffrey Hinton, FRSC, University of Toronto, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics, sharing the honour with Dr. John J. Hopfield of Princeton University for their "foundational discoveries and inventions that enable machine learning with artificial neural networks." "I extend my heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Geoffrey Hinton, emeritus professor of computer science at the University of   more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- Santa Fe Institute issued the following news release on Oct. 14, 2024: In the world of science journalism, a variety of fellowships offer opportunities to build skills, network, and find story ideas. Several programs invite journalists for a weekend, a month, or even a year. SFI's Journalism Fellowship is one of a few that require fellows to put aside their journalism hats for an extended period to immerse themselves in learning. Applications for the 20  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Oct. 16 -- SEC Network, a part of ESPN, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: The quick ascent of the Florida women's soccer program will be on full display with the debut of SEC Storied: "Kick Start" on Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m. ET. Directed by Erin Leyden, "Kick Start" was created in recognition of Florida claiming the first national championship for the SEC in women's soccer in just the fourth season of the Gators' program. "Making films about women's sp  more

VIENNA, Austria, Oct. 16 -- The International Press Institute issued the following statement on Oct. 15, 2024, with two organizations: * * * The Media Freedom Rapid Response (MFRR) expresses grave concern regarding the legal threats facing the Serbian investigative news organization KRIK and its journalists. These abusive legal actions include demands for imprisonment and bans from journalism. We stand with the journalists on trial, and urge Serbia to implement anti-SLAPP safeguards to protect  more

MOBILE, Alabama, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The University of South Alabama issued the following news release: University of South Alabama Assistant Professor of Audiology Dr. Nicholas Stanley has received a National Institutes of Health Loan Repayment Program award. This award will repay 50 percent of Stanley's qualified educational loan over two years in exchange for a commitment to conducting research involving patients with communication difficulties. "To receive this award is very validating for  more

HAMMOND, Louisiana, Oct. 16 -- Southeastern Louisiana University issued the following news release: The Southeastern Louisiana University Office of Marketing and Communications was recognized for graphic design by the Academy of Interactive and Visual Arts with three Communicator Awards, including two first place Gold Awards of Excellence. Assistant Director of Creative Michael Trahan of French Settlement was recognized with Gold Awards of Excellence for his design of the program and invitatio  more

BUFFALO, New York, Oct. 16 -- The Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center issued the following news release: * * * Buffalo cancer center honored by the AMA's Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program Highlights * Roswell Park awarded recognition by AMA's Joy in Medicine program * Biannual surveys and listening campaigns enhance physician well-being * Roswell Park combats burnout through peer support, resilience and team-building * * * Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center has  more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 16 -- The Indiana House Republicans Caucus issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: State Rep. Beau Baird (R-Greencastle) recently presented a Sagamore of the Wabash to local retired astronaut Joseph P. Allen, Ph. D., of Crawfordsville. Baird joined U.S. Rep. Jim Baird (R-IN) for the award presentation ceremony for Allen, 87, on Tuesday at the Wellbrooke of Crawfordville. Baird said Allen's career in public service spanned decades. A retired astronaut, Al  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 [Category: Steel] -- The American Iron and Steel Institute issued the following news release: The Steel Bridge Task Force, which is comprised of the American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI), National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) and American Association of State and Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Steel and Metals Technical Committee, has named David Stoddard, senior steel applications engineer of SSAB Americas, as the recipient of the 2024 Alexander D. Wilson Memo  more

GENESEO, New York, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York's Geneseo Campus issued the following news: Cora Woloson '23, from Canandaigua, NY, has won a highly competitive American India Foundation (AIF) Banyan Impact Fellowship. Woloson will spend a year in New Delhi with ACCESS Development Services, an organization that works to reduce poverty in India. At SUNY Geneseo, Woloson was an international relations major with a political science minor and a concentration in the developi  more

SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 16 -- Sutter Health issued the following news release: Sutter Health, Palo Alto Foundation Medical Group and Sutter Independent Physicians have been honored by the American Medical Association (AMA) as Joy in Medicine health organizations. The prestigious AMA distinction is granted to organizations that meet the rigorous criteria of the Joy in Medicine Health System Recognition Program and acknowledges the nation's leaders in prioritizing proven efforts to enhance   more

FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 16 -- Tarrant County College issued the following news release: The Tarrant County College Board of Trustees has approved a tuition increase of $5 per credit hour, effective spring 2025. Tarrant County residents will pay $74 per credit hour instead of $69; tuition for those who live outside the county moves to $136 from $131. Out-of-state and international students will pay $315. This is the second year of a three-year rate increase to better serve Trailblazers, enrich  more

KNOXVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- The University of Tennessee's Institute of Agriculture issued the following news release: * * * McQueen Honored for Her Lifetime of Dedication to 4-H and the Land-Grant System * * * BOISE, Idaho -- Ruth Henderson McQueen was inducted into the National 4-H Hall of Fame for her lifetime achievement and contributions to 4-H, the national Extension youth development organization. Honored by the National Association of Extension 4-H Youth Development Professionals  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Agreement Will Extend & Expand Anderson's Tenure with TNT Sports to 20+ Years, Spanning Play-By-Play for MLB, NBA, NCAA, Golf and, Starting in 2025, Roland-Garros Tennis * * * TNT Sports today announced a multi-year renewal with Brian Anderson, one of the most versatile broadcasters in sports, that will extend his critically acclaimed play-by-play work wit  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- The Toy Association issued the following news release: Chicago, IL - People of Play (POP), organizer of the preeminent toy and game industry events during POP Week, the POP platform, and the Bloom Report, is honored to announce that Mattel's Tara McGrath, Spin Master's Mike Bisogno, and Freeman PR's Amy Friedland have joined Chicago Toy and Game (CHITAG) Group's Advisory Board. "Tara, Mike, and Amy bring inventor relations, marketing, PR, and even more visionary and ideati  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Rep. Michael Turner, R-Ohio, issued the following news release: Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) has been honored with the National Federation of Independent Business's (NFIB) "Guardian of Small Business Award," their highest legislative recognition. This prestigious award is given to lawmakers who have consistently supported small businesses, as demonstrated by voting in alignment with key small business priorities at least 70 percent of the time during the 118th Congress  more

GREENVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- Tusculum University issued the following news: Several Tusculum University academic leaders have earned promotions in recognition of their strong performance and ability to help lead Tennessee's first higher education institution to further success. The advancements for these experienced professionals were part of a realignment of the academic structure to best meet current needs of Tusculum students and the university. They tap into the strengths of these ind  more

TUSKEGEE, Alabama, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The Tuskegee University issued the following news: Tuskegee University has been awarded the first phase of an $11 million grant by National Health Genome Research Institute to establish a Center in Genomic Research. The Carver Genomic Research Center will focus on addressing health disparities in the Black Belt South by studying genetic factors that contribute to diseases like cancer in minority populations. "The establishment of the Carver Genomic Resear  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Los Alamos National Laboratory issued the following news: * * * Laboratory physicists honored for groundbreaking physics contributions * * * Tanmoy Bhattacharya (T-2) and Stefano Gandolfi (T-2) have been elected as fellows of the American Physical Society. APS fellows are society members nominated by colleagues, with election based on original research and publications that offer significant, innovative application of physics to  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Homeland Security issued the following news release: On October 15, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) held an awards ceremony hosted at DHS headquarters located at St. Elizabeths campus in Southeast D.C. where 350 employees received a Secretary's Award in recognition of their outstanding contributions to the Department's mission. "Every single day, with great determination, integrity, and skill, the 268,000 men and women of the Depart  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The University College London issued the following news: Dr Catherine Regan (Mullard Space Science Laboratory at UCL) has been awarded the Jocelyn Bell Burnell medal and prize for engaging school children in Mars exploration and for her research on Martian dust storms. In its citation for the award, the Institute of Physics described Dr Regan as an "inspiring role model for the next generation of scientists", pointing to her leadership of the "Eyes on Mars"  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The UCLA Health issued the following news release: * * * Grant will fund computer-based model to manage seizures in Tuberous Sclerosis Complex patients * * * Rajsekar Rajaraman, MD, MS, associate professor of pediatric neurology at the UCLA Mattel Children's Hospital, has received an Idea Development Award to create a system for predicting seizures in individuals with Tuberous Sclerosis Complex (TSC). The grant, supported by the Department of De  more

ROME, Italy, Oct. 16 -- The United Nations International Fund for Agricultural Development issued the following news release: In recognition of World Food Day today, the Global Cinema Advertising Association (SAWA) and the UN's International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) launched a global cinema campaign to spotlight the vital role small-scale farmers play in feeding the world. A New Day, an award-winning 45-second cinema spot, highlighting the lives of rural people and farming comm  more

DEARBORN, Michigan, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The University of Michigan's Dearborn Campus issued the following news on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * 'Complicity' is a potent term these days. Sociology Professor and 2024 Susan B. Anthony Campus Award winner Francine Banner explores how its use can cause great damage -- or be a force for change. * * * "Complicity" is a term used with increasing frequency in today's society -- applied to broad harms like the climate or opioid crises, but also a driving force  more

NORMAN, Oklahoma, Oct. 16 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: Julie Jones, a lecturer at the Gaylord College of Journalism and Mass Communication, was recently recognized with the 2024 Founder Award, the highest honor bestowed by the National Press Photographers Association (NPPA). "This award kind of hit me when I was about to step up and give my acceptance speech," said Jones. "When I went to accept it, I was struck by the depth of my career. It meant a lot to me  more

FORT DAVIS, Texas, Oct. 16 -- The University of Texas at Austin's McDonald Observatory issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: The Giant Magellan Telescope, of which The University of Texas at Austin is a founding partner, today announced the successful installation of one of its completed 27.6-foot-diameter (8.4-meter-diameter) primary mirrors into a support system prototype at the University of Arizona's Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab. This highly sophisticated system -- comparable i  more

CLARKSVILLE, Arkansas, Oct. 16 -- The University of the Ozarks issued the following news: By Larry Isch Rebecca Willems, associate director of admission at University of the Ozarks, was recently presented with the Above the Call Award by the Arkansas Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers (ArkACRAO). The Above the Call Award "recognizes an individual who goes above and beyond the call of duty daily. They strive to make a difference in the lives of students, coworkers, an  more

WOLLONGONG, Australia, Oct. 16 -- The University of Wollongong issued the following news release: * * * Awards recognise immense community impact of UOW-led initiatives * * * The University of Wollongong (UOW) has been recognised for its immense impact in its communities and beyond with three pioneering projects named as finalists in the annual Shaping Australia Awards. The awards, an initiative of Universities Australia, the peak body for the higher education sector, celebrate the extraord  more

SYDNEY, Australia, Oct. 16 -- The University of New South Wales issued the following news: By Louise Templeton UNSW academics were recognised for outstanding achievements and contributions in the field of chemistry at the 2024 Royal Australian Chemical Institute National Awards. Four researchers from UNSW's School of Chemistry have been recognised at the 2024 Royal Australian Chemical Institute, opens in a new window (RACI) National Awards, more than any other university. Professor Chuan Zha  more

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 16 -- The State University of New York Upstate Medical University campus issued the following news: Upstate Medical University's Nicholas Brennan has been selected as this year's recipient of the prestigious SUNY ACT Annual Award for Excellence and Student Initiative Scholarship. The scholarship rewards SUNY students for excellence in their academic performance and extraordinary commitment to their campus and community. A total of six awards are given annually; two at   more

LOS ANGELES, California, Oct. 16 (TNSres) -- The University of Southern California's Schaeffer Center for Health Policy and Economics issued the following news release: William V. Padula has earned the 2024 ISPOR Award for Excellence in Health Economics and Outcomes Research Methodology. The prize recognizes his use of machine learning to develop an algorithm for better predicting the risk of hospital-acquired pressure injuries--otherwise known as bedsores. Nearly 60,000 deaths from bedsores   more

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 15 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Haibo Zhai A new study from University of Wyoming researchers features Wyoming's potential to take a lead role in the advancement of low-carbon hydrogen production from natural gas. Haibo Zhai, the Roy and Caryl Cline Distinguished Chair in Engineering and a UW College of Engineering and Physical Sciences professor, led the study that was published in Environmental Science & Technology, an impactful jo  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- Virginia Attorney General Jason S. Miyares issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: This morning, Virginia Attorney General Jason Miyares honored Norton Police Chief James Lane with a Quiet Hero Award for exemplifying the sacrifices made by Virginia's law enforcement community at the 4th Annual Law Enforcement Appreciation Breakfast. On May 7, 2021, while responding to a call about a fleeing shoplifter in Norton, Virginia, Chief Lane was ambushed by J  more

LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Oct. 16 -- Venetian Resort Las Vegas, a luxury hotel and casino resort, issued the following news release on Oct. 15 2024: The Venetian Resort Las Vegas announced today the newest addition to its illustrious food and beverage portfolio, Via Via, a new Food Hall, opening in mid-2025. Located right off the iconic Grand Colonnade, the collection of concepts will bring together the diverse culinary scenes of New York and Los Angeles for a truly immersive sensory experience remini  more

PARIS, France, Oct. 16 -- The WAN-IFRA - World Association of Newspapers and News Publishers issued the following news release: * * * The World Printers Forum proudly announced the annual Sustainability and Print Innovation Awards winners during Vienna's prestigious World Printers Summit. This year's awards celebrated outstanding achievements in three distinct categories, alongside a special accolade for the Young Leader of the Year. The awards highlight global excellence in print media innov  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release: * * * Globalization of Max continues with the launch of brand new streaming service in the region Streaming home to iconic hits Harry Potter, Friends, The Last of Us, and latest Warner Bros. blockbusters Dune: Part Two and Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire HBO Original Series Dune: Prophecy will premiere on Max * * * SINGAPORE, OCTOBER 15, 2024 - Warner Bros. Discovery (Nasdaq:  more

SEATTLE, Washington, Oct. 16 -- The office of the U.S. Attorney for the Western District of Washington issued the following news release: The Department of Justice Office for Victims of Crime and the Office on Violence Against Women has awarded more than $2 million to various non-profits to elevate their success in supporting survivors of human trafficking and victims of intimate violence and stalking. "These federal resources recognize the good work being done in Western Washington to assist   more

JOHNSON CITY, Tennessee, Oct. 15 -- East Tennessee State University issued the following news: Primarily known for having composed the popular song "Seven Bridges Road," singer-songwriter Steve Young remains broadly influential if largely overlooked. A pioneering figure in the three music subgenres of country-rock, outlaw country and Americana, Young recorded many critically acclaimed albums. The Eagles, Dolly Parton, Waylon Jennings, Hank Williams Jr., Billy Strings, Alan Jackson and Del M  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 16 -- Alston and Bird, a law firm, issued the following news release: Alston & Bird's Zack Higbee and Dan O'Connor, partners in the firm's Intellectual Property Group, have been recognized as IP Rising Stars in 2024 by Managing Intellectual Property. It's the fourth straight year they've earned the distinction as top up-and-coming IP lawyers in private practice. The accolades mark the publication's latest award for Alston & Bird's IP team. In June, 16 partners were honor  more