WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Seth Magaziner, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: Providence, RI The effort to replace the westbound Washington Bridge got a major boost today as U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined with Governor Dan McKee in announcing a $95,589,533 INFRA (Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight & Highway Projects program) grant for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT). Toget  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: PROVIDENCE, RI The effort to replace the westbound Washington Bridge got a major boost today as U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Representatives Seth Magaziner and Gabe Amo today joined with Governor Dan McKee in announcing a $95,589,533 INFRA (Nationally Significant Multimodal Freight & Highway Projects program) grant for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT). Together,   more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 17 -- Frost and Sullivan, a provider of market research and analysis, growth strategy consulting and corporate training services across multiple industries, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * 1NCE delivers unrivaled, low-cost Internet of Things (IoT) connectivity and software solutions for more than 23,000 customers managing 30 million devices globally, leveraging an innovative flat-rate subscription model that simplifies operations for low-data   more

MISSISSAUGA, Ontario, Oct. 17 -- The city of Mississauga issued the following news release: * * * Get a unique glimpse into the history, the people, and the events that helped shaped our city. * * * Over the years, Mississauga has been home to many historically significant people and events. Mississauga is where Canada's aerospace industry first took flight, where the world's original spy came in from the cold, and where Colonel Sanders chose to live for some years. In recognition of Mississ  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

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

DEARBORN, Michigan, Oct. 17 -- The American Human Rights Council issued the following news release: The American Human Rights Council (AHRC-USA) is pleased to announce its 2024 Spirit of Humanity awardees. The Award Ceremony will be held during the Annual AHRC Gala on Friday, October 18, 2024, at 6:30 p.m. in Dearborn. Despite the world's unprecedented challenges, AHRC's Gala is one important occasion to promote and advance the cause of human rights and the culture of human dignity and respect   more

JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Air Force Installation and Mission Support Center issued the following news: By London Prince, AFIMSC Public Affairs The Federal Energy Management Program recently recognized two Air Force Civil Engineer Center members for their exceptional professionalism and integrity while leading agency mission critical projects and programs. Kirk Phillips, director of the Air Force Office of Energy Assurance, and Micheal Zapata, division chief for energy  more

SEATTLE, Oct. 17 -- Alaska Airlines, a subsidiary of Alaska Air Group, issued the following news release: * * * Members can choose new perks at certain milestone moments next year along with new ways to earn elite-qualifying miles to hit milestones and attain status. * * * Summary -Members are rewarded sooner at new milestones and can choose from various perks. - Members can rack up elite-qualifying miles to reach milestones and status when they redeem award travel, make credit card purcha  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The American Academy of Actuaries issued the following news release: American Academy of Actuaries President Lisa Slotznick, MAAA, FCAS, presented Alfred Bingham, MAAA, FSA, with the Jarvis Farley Service Award at the Academy's "Envision Tomorrow" annual meeting in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 16. Named after Academy charter member and accomplished volunteer Jarvis Farley, the award is presented annually to an actuary whose volunteer efforts on behalf of the Academy have m  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Defense's Education Activity issued the following news release: SEMBACH, Germany -- The DoDEA Europe Region is proud to announce that 19 of its high schools have earned Platinum status and 2 have achieved Gold status on the prestigious Advanced Placement (AP) School Honor Roll. The fact that every high school was recognized underscores the region's commitment to broadening access to college-level courses and promoting equity in education.   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

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The American Lung Association issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Organization funds 139 projects, continues legacy of leadership in lung health research * * * Today, the American Lung Association Research Institute announced a $22 million research investment in the past year, making it one of the largest programs in the country focused on lung health. The Lung Association funded 139 research grants, including the Airways Clinical Researc  more

CHARLES TOWN, West Virginia, Oct. 17 -- The American Public University System issued the following news release: American Public University System (APUS) and Saber Healthcare Group, LLC (Saber) today announced the launch of a TuitionWise partnership that enables Saber's affiliated employees to earn degrees and certificates using APUS' new TuitionWise Grant. "Many of our affiliated employees want to earn their degrees while still working, and we take that seriously here at Saber," said Sarah Wh  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The Americas Society/Council of the Americas issued the following news release: * * * The magazine looks at why a region with high food exports still has trouble feeding its own people. * * * "Latin America's future lies in addressing both challenges: becoming a more efficient producer and exporter of food while ensuring its own citizens don't go hungry," write Americas Quarterly (AQ) editors in the magazine's new issue (https://americasquarterly.org/article/ne  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors - National Association issued the following news release: Representing the future of the plumbing industry with exceptional skills, knowledge, and a positive attitude, Andrew Wilson was honored this week as the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association's (PHCC's) 2024 Plumbing Apprentice of the Year. Sponsored by Delta Faucet, the award was presented at PHCC CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. As a third-year plu  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Appalachian Regional Commission issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Largest POWER funding package to date is expected to create more than 2,400 new jobs and train over 10,500 workers for new opportunities in Appalachia's coal-impacted communities across 10 states. * * * PITTSBURGH, Pa., October 16, 2024--Today, the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) awarded $68.2 million to 65 projects through its Partnerships for Opportunity and Workforce   more

REDSTONE ARSENAL, Alabama, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command issued the following news: As the Federal Center of Excellence, Redstone Arsenal represents a diverse array of skills and experience. But one common thread in sustaining that level of excellence is the reliable support of the U.S. Army Non-Commissioned Officer corps. Master Sgt. Antoine Echols, U.S. Army Contracting Command future operations officer, is the winner of the 2024 Sergeant John Ordway Award. "Our NCOs are vita  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Arnold and Porter, a law firm, issued the following news: Arnold & Porter's pro bono asylum work was recently honored at the Center for Gender and Refugee Studies (CGRS)'s event, "The State of Play of Asylum Law." The event included a panel discussion on the stakes for asylum law in the upcoming U.S. presidential election and recognized lawyers and firms for their efforts championing pro bono asylum and impact litigation cases. The firm's ongoing efforts to protect the   more

LONDON, England, Oct. 16 [Category: Sociological] -- Article 19, an organization that says it propels the freedom of expression movement, issued the following news: We, the undersigned civil society and journalists' organisations (CSOs) that advocate for the safeguarding and promotion of the rule of law, democracy, freedom of expression, media freedom and the protection of journalists are appalled by the Atlantic Council's decision to award Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni and Greek Prime   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news: Day Three of AUSA 2024 features forums and panels and the presentation of the Association of the U.S. Army's highest award. On-site registration opens at 8 a.m. In the morning, a panel titled "Northern Flank Land Forces: Expansion and Modernization" features leaders from the Danish, Finnish, Norwegian and Swedish armies. An Army civilian showcase will feature Army Secretar  more

MUNCIE, Indiana, Oct. 17 -- 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

CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Oct. 17 -- Bank of America, a financial institution, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: Bank of America Corporation today announced the Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend on Bank of America common stock of $0.26 per share, payable on December 27, 2024 to shareholders of record as of December 6, 2024. The Board also declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $1.75 per share on the 7% Cumulative Redeemable Preferred Stock,  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 16 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news: Army senior leaders have heard soldiers' requests for higher-quality housing, and they believe a series of initiatives and investment efforts now underway will change the game. In a packed fireside chat that also was livestreamed at on-post watch parties around the country, Army Secretary Christine Wormuth, Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George and Sgt. Maj. of the Army Mich  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Beer Institute issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Austin Event Celebrates Hospitality Heroes, Promotes Bipartisan CHEERS Act Legislation * * * AUSTIN-Today, DHL, the Steel Keg Association (SKA) and the Beer Institute hosted an event at Banger's Sausage House & Beer Garden in Austin to bring attention to the bipartisan federal Creating Hospitality Economic Enhancement for Restaurants and Servers (CHEERS) Act. This legislation aims to alleviate  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 17 -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * NOAA Fisheries' expanded partnerships with the Gulf States Marine Fisheries Commission and the Cooperative Institute for Marine and Atmospheric Studies at the University of Miami to support improved data for red snapper using Inflation Reduction Act funds. * * * Today, the Biden-Harris Administration and NOAA announced they will award approximately  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Sherrod Brown, D-Ohio, issued the following news release: CLEVELAND, OH Today, U.S. Senator Sherrod Brown (D-OH) announced a new infrastructure investment for the City of Cleveland to connect downtown Cleveland with Lake Erie and improve the downtown transportation network. The North Coast Connector project will help transform downtown Cleveland by creating a 120-foot-wide land bridge for pedestrians and reconfigure a two-mile freeway segment that separates Clevelan  more

PASADENA, California, Oct. 16 -- The California Institute of Technology issued the following news: Each year the American Physical Society (APS) gives the LeRoy Apker Award to two individuals to provide "encouragement to students who have demonstrated great potential for future scientific accomplishment." This year, Jin Ming Koh (BS '23) has received the Apker Award "for the first experimental realization of a measurement-induced entanglement phase transition on a superconducting quantum proces  more

TORONTO, Ontario, Oct. 17 -- The Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment issued the following news release: Family physician and Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) president Dr. Melissa Lem was granted the Planet in Focus' 2024 Canadian Eco-Hero award at a ceremony yesterday evening. "Dr. Melissa Lem is a fearless advocate for environment, health and justice. This award is well deserved. On behalf of CAPE, we congratulate Melissa and thank her for her   more

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Oct. 17 -- The Conference of European Churches issued the following news release: * * * Conference of European Churches (CEC) warmly congratulates Belarusian politician Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya for being awarded the prestigious Schwarzkopf Europe Prize in Berlin. CEC General Secretary, Rev. Frank-Dieter Fischbach, expressed his admiration for Tsikhanouskaya's commitment to democratic principles in Belarus. Tsikhanouskaya was a keynote speaker at CEC's 2023 General Assembly i  more

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 16 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: For the second year in a row, the University will honor Orange ingenuity with two days of celebration, networking and a friendly pitch competition as part of the 'CUSE50 Alumni Entrepreneur Awards. The honorees make up an impressive group of the 50 fastest-growing alumni businesses for 2024--from baby monitors and kitchen scrubbers to weekend getaways and candle companies, and everything in between. On Thursday, Nov  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

BOTHELL, Washington, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The University of Washington's Center for an Informed Public issued the following news: Madeline Jalbert, a University of Washington Center for an Informed Public postdoctoral scholar based at the Information School, is continuing her research at the CIP thanks to a new postdoctoral research fellowship awarded by the National Science Foundation's Directorate for Social, Behavioral and Economic Sciences. Jalbert, a social and cognitive psychologist, stu  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 17 -- CNN issued the following news: * * * New Episode Premieres Saturday, October 19 AT 9PM ET/PT on CNN * * * NEW YORK - (October 16, 2024) - Comedian and writer Alex Edelman and commentator and host Sam Seder will join as guests on this week's episode of CNN's Have I Got News For You, the much-anticipated American version of the long-running BBC comedy series. Produced by Hat Trick Productions for CNN Originals, the ten-episode limited series will continue on Saturd  more

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 16 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: On Oct. 4, Oklahoma State University's College of Arts and Sciences recognized 30 alumni at its annual Hall of Fame event, including chemist Dr. Chih-duen Tse and actor Rex Linn. Other honorees of the night included 25 Distinguished Alumni and three Rising Stars, representing all 24 of the college's departments and schools. "The College of Arts and Sciences is a fantastic place to be," CAS Dean Melinda Cro  more

DENVER, Colorado, Oct. 17 -- The Colorado House Democrats issued the following news release: KEYSTONE, CO - Majority Leader Monica Duran today delivered the keynote presentation at the 36th Annual Colorado Organization for Victim Assistance (COVA) Conference. Majority Leader Duran's presentation, "My Journey to Hell and Back", highlighted parts of her personal, professional and political life. "I'd like to thank COVA for inviting me to deliver the keynote presentation at their annual conferen  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Sanford D. Bishop Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release: FORT VALLEY, Ga. Congressman Sanford D. Bishop Jr. (GA-02) is happy to announce that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services is awarding $6,134,765 to the Macon-Bibb County Economic Opportunity Council, $7,186,306 to the Fort Valley State University, and $705,440 to the Enrichment Services Program, Inc. in Columbus, GA to support their Head Start programs. The Head Start program supports di  more

BALTIMORE, Maryland, Oct. 17 -- Constellation, a retail supplier of power, natural gas and energy products and services for homes and businesses, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * Inaugural Constellation 'CLEAN' grant awards to support 35 community-based sustainability projects across five states * * * Constellation (Nasdaq: CEG), the nation's largest producer of emissions-free energy and a leading supplier of energy products and services, announced today $1 million   more

LONDON, England, Oct. 17 -- The Royal Institute of British Architects issued the following news release: * * * RIBA has announced Croft 3 on the Isle of Mull, Scotland by fardaa as the winner of the 2024 RIBA Reinvention Award. * * * The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced Croft 3 on the Isle of Mull, Scotland by fardaa as the winner of the 2024 RIBA Reinvention Award. The Award recognises buildings that have been creatively reused to improve their environmental, soc  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

NEW YORK, Oct. 17 -- Democrats for Education Reform issued the following news release: * * * DFER scores major wins at national education reform conference for outstanding literacy policy and research tools that identify and execute school improvement strategies * * * SAN DIEGO - Democrats for Education Reform (DFER) is proud to announce that it received multiple highly coveted "Eddies" awards at the recent 2024 "Policy Innovators in Education" (PIE) Network Conference. Known for their empha  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

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The Sea Tow Foundation announced the winners of the 2024 National Boating Safety Awards, and this year's Marine Trade Association award went to the National Marine Manufacturers (NMMA) for its Discover Boating Top Safe Boating Tips video series, presented with Progressive(r) Insurance. These awards, now in their sixth year, recognize outstanding efforts to promote   more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Discovery Education, a division of Discovery Communications, issued the following news release: ST. PAUL, Minn. & CHARLOTTE, N.C. (Wednesday, October 16, 2024) - 3M (@3M) and Discovery Education (@DiscoveryEd) named Sirish Subash, a 9th grader at Gwinnett School of Mathematics, Science, and Technology in Snellville, Georgia, the winner of the 2024 3M Young Scientist Challenge, the nation's premier middle school science competition. Sirish set himself  more

ORLANDO, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Disney Cruise Lines issued the following news release: * * * Drawing on over 100 years of storytelling from Disney, Marvel and Pixar, the first Disney Cruise Line ship for guests in Asia will be filled with epic experiences, endless adventures and something for everyone to delight in. * * * SINGAPORE (Oct. 16, 2024) -- When the Disney Adventure sets sail from Singapore on Dec. 15, 2025, guests will be treated to a magical cruise holiday that celebrates Disney  more

LAKE BUENA VISTA, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Disney World issued the following news release: Experience traditions from around the world as the 2024 EPCOT International Festival of the Holidays presented by AdventHealth sleighs its way back to Walt Disney World Resort from Nov. 29 - Dec. 30, 2024, including its most beloved tradition, the Candlelight Processional. Celebrity Narrators Bring Merry & Bright Star Power The Candlelight Processional tells the story of Christmas through a stunning performa  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Defense issued the following news: Today, the Department of Defense's Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation released its Fiscal Year 2023 Defense Spending by State report to help states and communities better understand how Defense procurement, personnel, and grant spending impact their economies. The report's graphs, maps, and tables present a range of findings, such as total spending figures, categories of contracted goods and services,   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

ADA, Oklahoma, Oct. 17 -- East Central University issued the following news: The 2024 Oklahoma Teacher of the Year, Rachel Keith, will deliver East Central University's 2024 Marvin Stokes Lecture on Monday, Oct 28 at 6 p.m. in the ECU Foundation Hall located in the Chickasaw Business and Conference Center. The event is free and open to the public. Keith began her career with Stratford High School where she was named District Teacher of the Year for Stratford Schools in 2008 and 2010. In 2012,  more

WINONA, Minnesota, Oct. 17 -- Minnesota State College Southeast issued the following news release: Minnesota State College Southeast is seeing an increase in enrollment once again this fall, driven in large part by initiatives to keep the cost of higher education affordable. As of the 30th day of classes, credit headcount enrollment at Southeast was 2294, a 14.3% increase from Fall 2023. "We have been delighted to see sustained increases in Fall 30th Day Enrollment every year since 2022. This   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: Today, October 15, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Michael S. Regan announced that EPA's Office of Environmental Education is requesting applications for the 2025 President's Environmental Youth Awards (PEYA) and Presidential Innovation Awards for Environmental Educators (PIAEE). The 1990 National Environmental Education Act established PEYA, which recognizes outstan  more

ITHACA, New York, Oct. 16 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Cornell Engineering hosted its third annual EPICC Awards ceremony on Oct. 15, celebrating staff and faculty whose work reflects the college's core values: excellence, purpose, innovation, community, and collaboration. With 190 attendees this year, the award ceremony is among the college's most popular annual events. Lynden Archer, Joseph Silbert Dean of Engineering, acknowledged both the award recipients and nominees i  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Joni Ernst, R-Iowa, issued the following news release: RED OAK, Iowa U.S. Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa), Ranking Member of the Senate Small Business Committee, today announced her Small Business of the Week: Greenfield Dental of Adair County. Throughout this Congress, Ranking Member Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa's 99 counties. "While you may think you know the drill with dentists, Greenfield Dental is putting a smile on every face," sa  more

BRISTOL, Connecticut, Oct. 17 -- ESPN, a sports media company, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Continues on NFL Live, Get Up, First Take, SportsCenter & ESPN Digital Shows * * * ESPN has re-signed former NFL wide receiver Andrew "Hawk" Hawkins. The six-year NFL veteran will continue to bring his insightful and entertaining NFL analysis to ESPN's daytime lineup throughout the year including on NFL Live, Get Up, First Take, SportsCenter and various ESPN digital shows.  more

CLINTON, Mississippi, Oct. 17 -- Mississippi College issued the following news: One of the nation's most dynamic and powerful female executives and a tireless champion for women in corporate leadership shared her "traveler's tips" for success during the Mississippi College Women's Council's first "Latimer Lunch" Sept. 23 at the Latimer House on the Clinton campus. Mary Bass, consultant and executive recruiter for Spencer Stuart, a Houston, Texas-based executive search firm, told the packed hou  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Federal Labor Relations Authority issued the following decision (Case No. 0-AR-5956) on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES NATIONAL VETERANS AFFAIRS COUNCIL #53 (Union) and UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS (Agency) 0-AR-5956 * * * DECISION October 15, 2024 Before the Authority: Susan Tsui Grundmann, Chairman, and Colleen Duffy Kiko and Anne Wagner, Members I. Statement of the Case Arbitrator Joyce M. Klein issued   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Abigail Spanberger, D-Virginia, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: WOODBRIDGE, Va. -- U.S. Representative Abigail Spanberger today announced that -- after Spanberger's push -- the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) awarded $74,736 in grant funding to the Culpeper County Sheriff's Office. The Culpeper County Sheriff's Office plans to use their nearly $75,000 grant award -- the second-highest amount awarded in Virginia -- to establish and implement a bo  more

MALVERN, Pennsylvania, Oct. 17 -- Frontline Education, a provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, issued the following news: [Wayne, PA] (October 16, 2024) - Frontline Education, a leading provider of administration software purpose-built for educators in K-12, today announced plans for the next phase of its Human Capital Management (HCM) journey during the AASPA (American Association of School Personnel Administrators) human resources conference. With a commitme  more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 16 [Category: Education] -- The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities issued the following news release: The Hispanic Association of Colleges and Universities is partnering with MGM Resorts International to award scholarships to eligible undergraduate freshman at HACU-member institutions. A total of 17 ($1,000) MGM Resorts International Scholarships will be awarded. The MGM Resorts International Scholarships are available to undergraduate freshman students   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

HIGH POINT, North Carolina, Oct. 17 -- High Point University issued the following news release: Grammy Award-winning singer Lee Greenwood, whose hit song "God Bless the USA" has become one of the nation's most recognizable patriotic anthems, has joined High Point University's Access to Innovators program as its Artist in Residence. Greenwood will give a special performance during HPU's 14th Annual Veterans Day Celebration on Friday, Nov. 8, in the Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena and Conference C  more

BRUSSELS, Belgium, Oct. 17 -- The European Federation of Journalists issued the following statement on Oct. 16, 2024, with seven organizations: * * * We, the undersigned civil society and journalists' organisations (CSOs) that advocate for the safeguarding and promotion of the rule of law, democracy, freedom of expression, media freedom and the protection of journalists are appalled by the decisions of the Atlantic Council to award Italian Prime Minister, Giorgia Meloni and Greek Prime Ministe  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

KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Oct. 17 -- Husch Blackwell, a law firm, issued the following news release: National law firm Husch Blackwell has been named a Top Performer and Compass Award winner by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), which recognizes law firms and corporations that show a strong commitment to building a more inclusive legal profession. The LCLD's Top Performer Award recognizes organizations that are most engaged with LCLD's programs and activities throughout the year. A  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Democratic National Committee issued the following news release: Last night during the 2024 BET Hip Hop Awards, IWillVote.com was on full display with a first-of-its-kind feature throughout the event to urge attendees and viewers to make a plan to vote in the November election. IWillVote.com directs voters to the DNC's up-to-date national coverage of polling places and voter education information all in one place. "With the election just a few weeks away, Democrats   more

TRENTON, New Jersey, Oct. 17 -- Gov. Phil Murphy, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: Governor Phil Murphy and New Jersey Department of Education Acting Commissioner Kevin Dehmer today announced that 18 school districts have received Fiscal Year 2025 preschool expansion funds to establish or expand access to high-quality preschool programs in the 2024-2025 school year. The nearly $20 million, which was included in the Fiscal Year 2025 Budget, is estimated to provi  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Oct. 17 -- The Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following news: CHICAGO - State Senator Lakesia Collins joined Planned Parenthood of Illinois to receive the Richard J. Phelan Profile in Courage Award for her efforts to improve equity in reproductive care and maternal and infant health. "It is a great honor to be among the fierce champions selected for this award, and I am proud to stand alongside Planned Parenthood as we champion reproductive freedom across I  more

SPRINGFIELD, Illinois, Oct. 17 -- The Illinois Senate Democratic Caucus issued the following news on Oct. 16, 2024: CHICAGO - State Senator Mike Simmons was recognized by Illinois State Treasurer Michael Frerichs with the Illinois LGBTQ+ Leader Award during a celebration Wednesday commemorating LGBTQ+ History Month in Chicago. "As the first openly gay senator in the state of Illinois and the third openly gay senator in the country, I bring my lived experiences as well as my constituents' with   more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Oct. 17 -- The Indiana House Republicans Caucus issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: A new, mixed-use housing community broke ground Wednesday in Goshen thanks in part to a new state law, which helps local communities cover housing infrastructure costs, according to State Reps. Joanna King (R-Middlebury) and Doug Miller (R-Elkhart). King and Miller joined local officials and developers for the Cherry Creek Goshen development to celebrate the project, which  more

AMES, Iowa, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Iowa State University issued the following news release: Hongqing Guo studies a gene that affects both how plants grow and how they respond to environmental threats, hoping to unravel - and then harness - the balancing act between fortifying and flourishing. "Unfavorable conditions tell a plant to slow down growth so they can survive. But when that happens to crops, we lose yield. We're trying to figure out how plants manage to survive adverse conditions and sti  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

LIVERMORE, California, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news: Eight Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) researchers were recently honored by the Lab's Engineering Principal Associate Directorate for their efforts in raising the Lab's visibility and reputation through Strategic Partnership Projects (SPPs). The event was hosted by Rob Sharpe, Engineering's deputy principal associate director for research and   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Library of Congress issued the following news on Oct. 14, 2024: Librarian of Congress Carla Hayden announced today, the appointment of Kimberly Figel Benoit as the inspector general for the Library of Congress. Formerly the assistant inspector general for audits of NASA, Benoit's more than 20-year career comprises a broad professional portfolio spanning both the public and private sectors. Benoit has extensive federal audit and investigative experience in both the exe  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: Applications due Nov. 5, 2024 Vanderbilt University may submit only one application to the Tennessee Arts Commission Arts Project Support (APS) OR the Rural Arts Project Support (RAPS) program. Overview APS provides support for arts projects and activities across all disciplines that focus on community vitality and engagement in urban counties. RAPS provides support for arts projects and activities across all d  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 17 -- The Royal Institute of British Architects issued the following news release: * * * RIBA has named the Elizabeth Line, designed by Grimshaw, Maynard, Equation and AtkinsRealis, as the winner of the 2024 RIBA Stirling Prize. The prestigious annual award recognises the UK's best new architecture. * * * The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has named the Elizabeth Line - London's new transport network - designed by Grimshaw, Maynard, Equation and AtkinsRea  more

EL SEGUNDO, California, Oct. 17 -- Mattel, a toy manufacturing company, issued the following news: Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT), a leading global toy and family entertainment company and owner of one of the most iconic brand portfolios in the world, is developing a live-action feature film with Sony Pictures Entertainment and Escape Artists based on the company's timeless 3-D image View-Master toy. View-Master has entertained children and adults since its introduction in 1939. The stereoscopic v  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

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors - National Association issued the following news release: Honoring those who have dedicated their careers to enriching the lives of plumbing students, the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association (PHCC) named Michael Carter its 2024 Plumbing Instructor of the Year. The award - sponsored by PHCC Corporate Partner Milwaukee Tool - was presented this week at PHCC CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. An instructor at  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 17 -- The Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news on Oct. 16, 2024: On Friday, October 11, the Southwest Minnesota State University (SMSU) Alumni Association presented Senator Gary Dahms (R - Redwood Falls) with their Honorary Lifetime Membership Award. The award is given to someone who supports SMSU with the heart of a Mustang even though they did not attend SMSU. "I am honored and proud to be a part of the Mustang Family on an official basis," s  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 17 -- The Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news on Oct. 16, 2024: State Senator Steve Drazkowski (Mazeppa) today announced the award of two major Redevelopment Grants from the Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED) to the cities of Red Wing and Wabasha. "The redevelopment of these sites in Red Wing and Wabasha shows the strength of our community and the value of entrepreneurs supporting our local economy," Senator Drazkowski s  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 17 -- The Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news on Oct. 16, 2024: The state's leading small business organization, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) today presented Senator John Jasinski (Faribault) with the prestigious Guardian of Small Business Award. "Now more than ever, Main Street needs strong advocates in the Minnesota Legislature, and they have one in Senator John Jasinski," said John Reynolds, NFIB Minnesota State D  more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Oct. 17 -- The Minnesota Senate Republican Caucus issued the following news on Oct. 16, 2024: The state's leading small business organization, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) yesterday presented Senator Julia Coleman (R-Waconia) with the prestigious Guardian of Small Business Award. "Now more than ever, Main Street needs strong advocates in the Minnesota Legislature, and they have one in Senator Julia Coleman," said John Reynolds, NFIB Minnesota Sta  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

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 17 -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * World of Hyatt becomes first loyalty program to reward its members for completing Peloton workouts on property * * * World of Hyatt in collaboration with Peloton (NASDAQ: PTON) announces that beginning today, World of Hyatt members can earn points for Peloton workouts completed on a Peloton Bike or Peloton Row at 700+ participating Hyatt hotels around the world.   more

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 17 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Green Resiliency Grant Program Advances Comprehensive Resiliency Agenda in Governor Hochul's 2024 State of the State Nearly 50 Percent of Funding for New York City Projects Supported in Part by the Clean Water, Clean Air and Green Jobs Environmental Bond Act of 2022 * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $60 million in Green Resiliency Grant funding to support 13 transf  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 17 -- National Highways, a government-owned company charged with operating, maintaining and improving motorways and major A roads, issued the following news release: National Highways has teamed up with artist, James Owen Thomas to create a one-of-a-kind piece of art from roadside rubbish to show the dangers and disruption caused by litter dumped on roads. James' artwork celebrates nature and wildlife and is made up of litter he and a team from National Highways colle  more

ROCHESTER, New York, Oct. 17 -- Kodak issued the following news release: * * * The deadline for submissions is 11:59 p.m. PDT on October 31, 2024. * * * As part of NEON and Kodak's ongoing commitment to support independent filmmaking and fresh creative voices, they are launching an analog short film contest, in collaboration with acclaimed writer/director Sean Baker and cinematographer Drew Daniels. Baker's Palme d'Or winning film, Anora, starring Mickey Madison and shot on KODAK 35mm film b  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. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: The Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today awarded more than $6.3 million to Idaho to implement its Digital Equity Plan. This funding comes from the $1.44 billion State Digital Equity Capacity Grant Program, one of three Digital Equity Act grant programs created by the Bipar  more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 17 -- The Ohio State Bar Association issued the following news release: The Ohio State Bar Association Litigation Section has awarded Akron attorney Logan Trombley with the section's 2024 Rising Litigator Award. The Ohio Bar Litigation Section annually spotlights attorneys who are early in their careers but who have already demonstrated exceptional skills and capabilities as litigators. Honorees must have less than eight years of experience as a practicing attorney or be u  more

OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma, Oct. 17 -- Oklahoma Attorney General Gentner Drummond issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: Attorney General Gentner Drummond on Tuesday asked the U.S. Supreme Court to review an appellate court's decision upholding the Biden Administration's suspension of a family planning grant that Oklahoma has received for more than 40 years. After the landmark Supreme Court decision overturning Roe v. Wade, Oklahoma declined to provide abortion referrals under Title   more

OAK RIDGE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory issued the following news release: The Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has named five researchers as ORNL Corporate Fellows in recognition of their significant career accomplishments and continued leadership. Corporate Fellow is the highest recognition for members of ORNL research staff. Larry Baylor, Craig Blue, Bob Hettich, Mark Lumsden and Jun Qu have been recognized by the la  more

NORMAN, Oklahoma, Oct. 17 -- The University of Oklahoma issued the following news release: * * * Effort builds upon years of tribal collaborations with OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center and University of Oklahoma programs * * * The National Institutes of Health has awarded the University of Oklahoma a five-year, $17.2 million grant to partner with tribal nations and communities to improve cancer outcomes. Research has shown that the American Indian and Alaska Native population in Oklahoma e  more

DALLAS, Texas, Oct. 16 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association issued the following news release: HOUSTON, Oct. 16, 2024 Twenty-seven college football coaches make up the American Heart Association's 2024 Paul "Bear" Bryant Coach of the Year Award watch list, a list of current coaches in consideration for the annual top honor. The award, given each January to a college football coach, recognizes contributions that make the sport better for athletes and fans alike by demonstrat  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 [Category: Real Estate] -- The National Association of Realtors issued the following news release: Today, the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) announced that Paul Yorkis has been reappointed to the Housing Counseling Federal Advisory Committee (HCFAC) for an additional three-year term. Yorkis has been a member of the National Association of Realtors(r) for 34 years and received the NAR Fair Housing Champion Award this year. "With nearly 34 years as a Realto  more

WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, Oct. 17 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news: Supporting Pennsylvania College of Technology's mission to equip future leaders with real-world experience, faculty members led students in exploring new parts of that world through six 2024 Global Experience classes. In Europe, students explored the origin and future of objects of their study, and in Latin America, they used their budding skills to serve others. "The Penn College study ab  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors - National Association issued the following news release: For his dedicated leadership and commitment to professionalism in the industry, Vincent "Trey" Giglio III was honored as the Plumbing-Heating-Cooling Contractors--National Association (PHCC) 2024 Plumbing Contractor of the Year. Sponsored by Delta Faucet, the award was presented this week at PHCC CONNECT 2024 in Birmingham, Alabama. Vice president of Universal Plumbing in S  more

PRINCETON, New Jersey, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Princeton University's School of Public and International Affairs issued the following news: A fund offered through the Princeton School of Public and International Affairs will support creative, interdisciplinary research projects addressing important issues in education. Now in its seventh year, Overdeck Education Innovation Fund will award grants of up to $10,000 for multiple innovative faculty and student research projects. Priority will be given   more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Oct. 17 -- Providence College issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: Providence College (PC) announced today that they have been awarded a $1,094,746 grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to help establish "Come To The Table," a program to enhance children's participation in prayer and worship by supporting families in the practice of the shared family meal as preparation for the sacramental meal of the Eucharist. The program is funded through Lilly Endowment's  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

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Oct. 17 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti, Jr., Warwick Mayor Frank Picozzi, North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi and South Kingstown Town Administrator James Manni, as well as Warwick Representative Joseph Solomon Jr. (D-District 22, Warwick) and Senator Matthew LaMountain (D-District 31, Warwick, Cranston), gathered  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 17 -- Red Hat, a provider of open source software solutions, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * RHEL AI to be the default AI platform for Lenovo ThinkSystem SR675 V3 servers, helping to kickstart AI model development and deployments * * * Red Hat, Inc., the world's leading provider of open source solutions, today announced a collaboration with Lenovo to deliver Red Hat Enterprise Linux AI (RHEL AI) on Lenovo ThinkSystem SR675 V3 servers. W  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Juan Ciscomani, R-Arizona, issued the following news release: Tucson, AZ - U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) hosted a Women's Health Roundtable alongside experts from the University of Arizona, the National Institute of Health (NIH), and Women's Health Access Matters (WHAM) to discuss the need to advance research initiatives, expand healthcare access, and promote innovation in women's healthcare. While at this event, Ciscomani met with Maria Martinez, a two-t  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Rep. Jimmy Panetta, D-California, issued the following news release: Monterey, CA - United States Representative Jimmy Panetta (CA-19) was awarded the "Friend of Agriculture" award by the American Farm Bureau Federation for his steadfast support of farmers in the U.S. Congress. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) gives this award to Members of the U.S. Congress who are nominated by their respective state Farm Bureaus and approved by the AFBF Board of Directors. Rep  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

LONDON, England, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The Royal Astronomical Society issued the following news: Stargazers across the country have been snapping spectacular pictures of Comet A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS), as they race to catch a glimpse of the once-in-a-lifetime object before it disappears for another 80,000 years. The comet has been visible to the naked eye and with binoculars since the second window to catch a glimpse of it in the northern hemisphere opened on Saturday (12 October). However, the we  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 17 -- The Royal Institute of British Architects issued the following news release: * * * RIBA has announced Wraxall Yard by Clementine Blakemore Architects as the winner of the 2024 Stephen Lawrence Prize. * * * The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has announced Wraxall Yard by Clementine Blakemore Architects as the winner of the 2024 Stephen Lawrence Prize. Founded by Baroness Doreen Lawrence OBE and the Marco Goldschmied Foundation, the annual Prize was   more

LONDON, England, Oct. 17 -- The Royal Institute of British Architects issued the following news release: * * * RIBA has named Chowdhury Walk by Al-Jawad Pike as winner of the 2024 Neave Brown Award for Housing. * * * The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has named Chowdhury Walk by Al-Jawad Pike as winner of the 2024 Neave Brown Award for Housing. Given in honour of modernist architect and social housing pioneer, Neave Brown (1926-2018), the annual award recognises the UK's best  more

HERNDON, Virginia, Oct. 16 -- The RV Industry Association issued the following news: The future of the RV industry depends on the cultivation of strong, creative, and hardworking women who will become tomorrow's leaders in the our industry. In recognition of this, the RV Women's Alliance is presenting the Leader of Tomorrow Award during this week's Educational Symposium. The RV Women's Alliance Leader of Tomorrow Award recognizes women who are making a big impact on the RV industry during the b  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: Scholastic (NASDAQ: SCHL), the global children's publishing, education and media company, today revealed the cover for Sunrise on the Reaping, the previously announced new novel in the worldwide bestselling The Hunger Games series by Suzanne Collins, to be published March 18, 2025. Sunrise on the Reaping, the first new Hunger Games book since the w  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Securities and Exchange Commission's Accounting and Auditing Enforcement issued the following order (No. 4534) on Oct. 16, 2024. Here are excerpts: * * * In the Matter of RTX CORPORATION Respondent. ORDER INSTITUTING CEASE-AND-DESIST PROCEEDINGS PURSUANT TO SECTION 21C OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934, MAKING FINDINGS, AND IMPOSING A CEASE-AND-DESIST ORDER I. The Securities and Exchange Commission ("Commission") deems it appropriate that cease-and-desist pr  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee released the following testimony by Lars Fruergaard Jorgensen, president and CEO of Novo Nordisk from a Sept. 24, 2024, hearing entitled "Why Is Novo Nordisk Charging Americans With Diabetes and Obesity Outrageously High Prices for Ozempic and Wegovy?": * * * Chairman Sanders, Ranking Member Cassidy, and Members of the Committee, thank you for the opportunity to participate in today's hearing. I appreciate the ch  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Senate Indian Affairs Committee released the following testimony by Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren from a Sept. 25, 2024, hearing on legislation concerning Indian water rights settlements: * * * Ya'at'eeh, Chairman Schatz, Vice Chairwoman Murkowski, and members of the Committee. My name is Dr. Buu Nygren and I am the President of the Navajo Nation (the "Nation"). Thank you for the opportunity to testify in support of the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights S  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15 -- Sen. Edward J. Markey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release: Calls for more investment in resilient schools and hospitals and for a federal climate emergency declaration WATCH: Senator Markey, advocates discuss climate resilience Senator Markey joined by City Councilor Gabriela "Gigi" Coletta Zapata; Brian Swett, Boston's Chief Climate Officer; Dwaign Tyndal, Executive Director of Alternatives for Community and Environment (ACE); and John Walkey, Noemy Rod  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: The award is from the CHIPS and Science Act, which was negotiated by Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Kyrsten Sinema to bring microchip manufacturing back to America, create jobs, and strengthen national security The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will receive $1.7 million in funding to expand training programs for microchip manufacturing jobs in A  more

GUILFORD, England, Oct. 15 -- The University of Surrey issued the following news release: The SETsquared Partnership universities and leading regional investment firm QantX have announced plans for a new pound sterling300m spin-out focused investment vehicle to catalyse the creation and growth of science and technology companies addressing global challenges. The initiative was announced by Sir Richard Olver, Chair of QantX, at Bristol City Hall on 11 October at the Regional Investment and Heal  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 17 -- The Royal Institute of British Architects issued the following news release: * * * RIBA has named Shakespeare North Trust and Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council as 2024 RIBA Client of the Year winners for their ambitious community regeneration project Shakespeare North in Prescot. * * * The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) has named Shakespeare North Trust and Knowsley Metropolitan Borough Council as 2024 RIBA Client of the Year winners for their am  more

COCKEYSVILLE, Maryland, Oct. 17 -- Sinclair, a media company and a provider of local news and sports, issued the following news release: * * * Primes the Pump for NEXTGEN Broadcasting * * * OMAHA, Neb. - Sinclair Broadcast Group, LLC, a subsidiary of Sinclair, Inc. (NASDAQ: SBGI), and Nebraska Public Media announced the launch of the first free Broadcast-Enabled Streaming TV ("BEST") Channel in Omaha, Nebraska. Nebraska Public Media's PBS and local programming is now hosted on KPTM FOX 42, S  more

DAYTON, Ohio, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Sinclair Community College issued the following news release: Sinclair Community College continues to raise the bar in data analytics education by empowering more students with critical skills for in demand, living wage careers. By leveraging grant funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF), Sinclair has expanded its data analytics programs and increased enrollment and completion for female students. In 2021, Sinclair received more than $576,000 in NSF  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Arizona, issued the following news release: The award is from the CHIPS and Science Act, which was negotiated by Arizona Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly to bring microchip manufacturing back to America, create jobs, and strengthen national security. The U.S. Department of Commerce announced that Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD) will receive $1.7 million to expand training programs for microchip manufacturing jobs in Arizon  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Space Systems Command issued the following news release: EL SEGUNDO, Calif. - U.S. Space Force's (USSF) Space Systems Command (SSC) awarded a $46.3M Modernization Activities for Space Command and Control Technologies (MASCCOT) contract to Omitron Inc. for continued research, development, and deployment of modern, reliable, secure, redundant, and resilient Space Command and Control (C2) technologies. The contract also includes technology upgrades to current data t  more

STAMFORD, Connecticut, Oct. 17 -- Spectrum, a part of Charter Communications, issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * Activate Spectrum Internet with Advanced WiFi and TV Services Instantly Without the Need to Order Equipment or Schedule Installation * * * Spectrum Community Solutions, dedicated to connecting multifamily properties, today announced the full market launch of Spectrum Ready. This new service for multifamily properties and bulk single-family communities simpli  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of State issued the daily public schedule for Oct. 16, 2024: * * * SECRETARY ANTONY J. BLINKEN Secretary Blinken attends meetings and briefings at the Department of State. * * * DEPUTY SECRETARY KURT M. CAMPBELL Deputy Secretary Campbell is on travel to Japan and the Republic of Korea from October 15-17, 2024. * * * DEPUTY SECRETARY FOR MANAGEMENT AND RESOURCES RICHARD R. VERMA 3:00 p.m. Deputy Secretary Verma delivers remarks and presents the   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

STILLWATER, Oklahoma, Oct. 16 -- Oklahoma State University issued the following news: Oklahoma State University has honored Emilie Tallent with the 2024 OSU Sponsored Programs Service Award, recognizing her dedication and contributions to sponsored programs within the College of Arts and Sciences. The OSU Sponsored Programs Service Award highlights individuals demonstrating outstanding commitment to the field. This award is part of the university's ongoing efforts to foster a collaborative res  more

TUCSON, Arizona, Oct. 17 -- The University of Arizona issued the following news release: Inside the Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab underneath the University of Arizona football stadium, a giant glass mirror covered in a blue, translucent protective coating rests on a hollow steel platform painted white. Engineers and technicians duck as they enter and exit the structure to check on wires, electrical connections and various mechanical hardware components. Spanning 28 feet in diameter, the mirror   more

MIAMI, Florida, Oct. 17 -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release: We are proud to share that Texas Lawyer named Akerman's Austin Office Managing Partner Todd Reed its 2024 Managing Partner of the Year at a ceremony last night. The award honors leaders in the Texas market who demonstrate business leadership prowess over the prior year through client work and firm success. "I am grateful for this recognition from Texas Lawyer," said Todd. "More than an individual achievement, th  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona today announced the recipients of the Terrel H. Bell Award for Outstanding School Leadership for 2024. All nine school leaders from the 2024 cohort of National Blue Ribbon Schools will be honored during the National Blue Ribbon Schools awards ceremony on Thursday, Nov. 7, 2024. "Schools that raise the bar count on school leaders who raise the bar," said U.S. Se  more

ITHACA, New York, Oct. 16 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Immune cells called monocytes produce a key inflammatory protein called interleukin-1 beta (IL-1b) through an unconventional pathway in patients with systemic lupus erythematosus, commonly referred to as lupus, according to a new study by Weill Cornell Medicine investigators. The findings, published Oct. 7 in Immunity, could lead to new treatments targeting IL-1b to better manage inflammation in patients who don't resp  more

ROME, Italy, Oct. 16 -- The United Nations Food and Agricultural Organization issued the following news: * * * FAO rallies global community behind the 2024 theme: Right to Foods for a better life and a better future- Leave No One Behind * * * The global ceremony marking World Food Day 2024 took place here today, with participants underlining the need for universal access to enough diverse, nutritious, affordable, and safe foods. The event came amid growing global tensions and conflicts and   more

ORONO, Maine, Oct. 17 -- The University of Maine System issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: The White House today announced that President Biden intends to appoint University of Maine (UMaine) President and University of Maine System (UMS) Vice Chancellor for Research and Innovation Joan Ferrini-Mundy to serve on the prestigious National Science Board (NSB), the governing body of the National Science Foundation (NSF). As one of 24 board members, Ferrini-Mundy will serve as an   more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Oct. 17 -- The University of Memphis issued the following news release: The Institute for Public Service Reporting at the University of Memphis has received a $100,000 grant from Press Forward to increase the quantity and quality of investigative reporting in the Memphis area and help close gaps in news coverage affecting underserved communities here. Spread over two years, the grant positions the institute to raise its profile as a national leader in nonprofit news with a  more

COLUMBIA, Missouri, Oct. 17 -- The University of Missouri's School of Journalism issued the following news release: * * * The first round of Press Forward's campaign to strengthen local newsrooms received more than 900 applications nationwide * * * The Mississippi River Basin Ag & Water Desk, based at the Missouri School of Journalism, has won a $100,000 grant in the first round of funding from Press Forward, a national movement to strengthen communities by reinvigorating local news. More t  more

RENO, Nevada, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The University of Navada's Donald W. Reynolds School of Journalism issued the following news: * * * Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas awarded CASW Fellowship to attend the ScienceWriters2024 conference * * * Vanesa de la Cruz Pavas, a science communicator and environmental journalist with the Hitchcock Project for Visualizing Science at the Reynolds School of Journalism, has received a grant from the Council for the Advancement of Science Writing (CASW) New Horizons T  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

SEATTLE, Washington, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- The University of Washington's School of Medicine issued the following news release: * * * In a study, the medication modafinil and cognitive behavioral therapy, alone and in concert, reduced lethargy related to the disease. * * * Treatment with the medication modafinil or telephone-delivered cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), alone or in combination, can significantly reduce fatigue due to multiple sclerosis (MS), a new study has found. "The findin  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

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 17 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Arts and Sciences issued the following news: * * * The Presidential Distinguished Professor in the Department of Earth and Environmental Science and director of the Penn Center for Science, Sustainability, and the Media will begin his new appointment on Nov. 1. * * * Michael Mann has been named the University of Pennsylvania's inaugural vice provost for climate science, policy, and action, effective Nov. 1. Mann  more

MONTREAL, Quebec, Oct. 17 -- The National Film Board of Canada issued the following news release: Oscar winner Torill Kove's new Mikrofilm/National Film Board of Canada animated short Maybe Elephants makes its much-anticipated US debut this month at three southern California film fests: the Newport Beach Film Festival (Oct. 17-24), Animation Is Film (Oct. 18-20) and AFI FEST in Los Angeles (Oct. 23-27). Maybe Elephants marks the fourth collaboration of the NFB and Norway's Mikrofilm AS with Mo  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

EL PASO, Texas, Oct. 17 -- The University of Texas's El Paso campus issued the following news release: * * * Award-winning series shares authentic student stories while highlighting the college experience * * * The University of Texas at El Paso is featured in season 12 of The College Tour, a groundbreaking series now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The episode serves as a vehicle to help students across the world connect with UTEP. See the episode here (https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/det  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 16 -- Vanderbilt University issued the following news: The use of artificial intelligence (AI) chatbots for health care information continues to grow amid questions about their accuracy, safety and reliability and excitement over their potential to improve access to care. A new, two-year, up to $7.3M project at Vanderbilt University Medical Center is focused on reducing errors and providing feasible mechanisms to provide human-centered input and values into the design  more

NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center issued the following news release: * * * Children with Type 1 diabetes are at increased risk for neurocognitive complications. Vanderbilt University Medical Center has been selected as one of 11 clinical centers in the United States to participate in a national study with the potential to improve brain health and psychosocial function in children with Type 1 diabetes. * * * Vanderbilt University Medical Center has  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Vox Media issued the following news: * * * From LA to London, Mexico City to Paris, the Eater app allows you to discover and book unforgettable culinary experiences and access exclusive reservations -- wherever you are. * * * Since its launch in 2005, Eater has been built around one idea: "You are where you eat." For nearly two decades, Eater's expert, on-the-ground editors have been leading voracious diners to the best restaurants, the hottest pop-ups, the most legend  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

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Water Environment Federation issued the following news release: Six organizations have been selected to receive the Water Environment Federation's (WEF) 2024 National MS4 Awards. These awards recognize Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) programs for their innovative stormwater and green infrastructure programming efforts. WEF established the awards program in 2015 in cooperation with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). The EPA implemented the Nat  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 (TNSfact) -- The White House issued the following fact sheet: * * * U.S. Achievements in the Global Fight Against Corruption Corruption poses a grave and enduring threat to U.S. national interests and those of our partners. When officials abuse their entrusted power for personal or political gain, the interests of authoritarians and corrupt actors win - at the expense of citizens, honest businesses, and healthy societies. As the Biden-Harris Administration took office, th  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Wiley Rein, a law firm, issued the following news release: Wiley has been recognized as a 2024 Top Performer and named a recipient of the 2024 Compass Award by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD). This marks the fourth time Wiley has been named to this prestigious award. Wiley is recognized for its engagement with LCLD programs and activities including its Pathfinder Program, which connects early-career diverse attorneys with leadership and relationship-buil  more

RALEIGH, North Carolina, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- William Peace University issued the following news: William Peace University professor Matt Hodge has been recognized internationally for his research work. Hodge, the Program Director & Associate Professor of Interdisciplinary Arts, was invited this year to research at four international academic conferences in four countries. Hodge presented "Nourishing the Mind: Art Therapy and Eating Disorders" at the International Conference on Arts & Humaniti  more

PLOVER, Wisconsin, Oct. 17 -- The Women In Trucking Association issued the following news release: ARLINGTON, Va. - October 15, 2024 - The Women In Trucking Association (WIT) announced today three finalists for the 2024 Influential Woman in Trucking award, sponsored by Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), the leading manufacturer of Class 6-8 commercial vehicles in North America. This award was developed in 2010 to recognize female leaders and to attract and advance women in the trucking industr  more

ROME, Italy, Oct. 16 -- The United Nations World Food Programme issued the following news release: FAO rallies global community behind the 2024 theme: Right to Foods for a better life and a better future Leave No One Behind 16 October, Rome The global ceremony marking World Food Day 2024 took place here today, with participants underlining the need for universal access to enough diverse, nutritious, affordable, and safe foods. The event came amid growing global tensions and conflicts and  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 16 -- Dow Jones, a provider of news and business information, issued the following news release on Oct. 15, 2024: * * * The luxury lifestyle magazine's Innovator Awards honor the year's groundbreaking talents and industry-movers in music, film, technology, fashion, entertainment & altruism, comedy and sports * * * WSJ. Magazine today announced the honorees for the 14th Annual Innovator Awards, taking place in New York City on Tuesday, October 29. This year, the magazine will s  more