WEST LIBERTY, West Virginia, Oct. 18 -- The West Liberty University Foundation issued the following news: The West Liberty University (WLU) Foundation is proud to announce a generous gift of $1.7 million from Flip West and the West family to create the Gary E. West Aviation Center on campus and to permanently endow the Gary E. West Aviation Scholarship. This transformative donation will expand educational opportunities in aviation and ensure that aspiring pilots and aviation professionals have   more

COLUMBUS, Ohio, Oct. 18 -- Franklin University issued the following news release: Franklin University, one of the leading educators of working adults, is proud to be selected to spearhead a transformative initiative to tackle the critical educator shortage in southeastern Ohio's coal-impacted communities. As a key partner in the Appalachian Educator EmPOWERment Consortium, Franklin will utilize a $1.75 million grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) to impact teacher training and r  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * "A Season to Remember" Starring Michele Weaver and Nathan Owens, Premieres Saturday, December 7 at 9 p.m. ET/PT "Mistletoe & Matrimony" Starring Ashlei Sharpe Chestnut and Etienne Maurice, Premieres Saturday, December 14 at 9 p.m. ET/PT "24-Karat Christmas" Starring Samantha Marie Ware and Curtis Hamilton, Premieres Saturday, December 21 at 9 p.m. ET/PT   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 18 -- Troutman Pepper, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Sadia Mirza Named Among Lawyers on the Fast Track, Ron Raether Wins Mentorship Award * * * ORANGE COUNTY, Calif. - Troutman Pepper Partners Sadia Mirza and Ron Raether have been recognized by Law.com's California Legal Awards program. Mirza was previously named among the winners for the Lawyers on the Fast Track Award, and Raether has now been announced as the winner of the Mentorship Award. The annua  more

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 18 -- Temple Health, an academic health system that says it is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education, issued the following agency statement on Oct. 17, 2024: A lot can change in 25 years, but one thing that's stayed consistent is Temple Health's Vascular Laboratory's success at providing the highest-quality care to our patients. That's why we recently celebrated 25 consecutive years of accreditation b  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- The American Bar Association issued the following news release: The American Bar Association Commission on Racial and Ethnic Diversity in the Profession has announced its honorees for the 2025 Spirit of Excellence Award, which celebrates the efforts and accomplishments of lawyers who work to promote a more racially and ethnically diverse legal profession. The awards will be presented during a celebratory luncheon on Feb. 1, 2025, at the ABA 2025 Midyear M  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 18 (TNScapv) [Category: Financial Services] -- The American Bankruptcy Institute issued the following news release: ABI announces the honorees of its 2024 "40 Under 40" award program, which identifies 40 top industry professionals under age 40. The honorees will be recognized at a special ceremony on Dec. 13 during ABI's 2024 Winter Leadership Conference at The Phoenician Scottsdale in Scottsdale, Ariz. ABI's 2024 "40 Under 40" honorees are: * Susan Tran Adams of Tra  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- ACDI/VOCA, an economic development organization that fosters broad-based economic growth, raises living standards, and creates vibrant communities, issued the following news on Oct. 17, 2024: ACDI/VOCA announced today that it has added more honors to its list of 2024 Top Workplaces awards. The organization was recently awarded five additional CULTURE EXCELLENCE awards by Energage, the HR technology and research company behind the Top Workplaces employer recognition progra  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Action Against Hunger issued the following news release: * * * Amid Escalating Need, Gala Aims to Alleviate Funding Gap and Support Innovation * * * With nearly one in 11 people around the world facing hunger, Action Against Hunger tonight will host a gala to raise lifesaving funds and honor champions who are advancing the cause. Actress Viola Davis, critically acclaimed artist, activist, producer, philanthropist, and New York Times best-selling author, will receive Acti  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Advanced Medical Technology Association issued the following news release: AdvaMed, the MedTech Association, just concluded its largest annual MedTech Conference to date, with a record-breaking 4,350 attendees, representing 1,926 companies from 48 countries. This year's conference, the first to be held internationally, highlighted Canada's role as a medtech leader and a key life sciences collaborator with the United States and global partners. "Everywhere I went, pe  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with Connecticut to award over $670,000 for three projects through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI) to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain and strengthen local and regional food systems. "Projects f  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Agricultural Marketing Service issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with Idaho to award $5.5 million for 27 projects through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI) to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain and strengthen local and regional food systems. "Projects funded thro  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The American Land Title Association issued the following news release: The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, has announced the winners of the 2024 Title Webbies, an awards program recognizing member companies that have launched the best industry consumer-facing website, social media marketing campaign or other online presence within the past year. The winners were honored during ALTA ONE, the larg  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The American Land Title Association issued the following news release: The American Land Title Association (ALTA), the national trade association of the land title insurance industry, announced the winners of the 2024 ALTA Our Values Awards. The awards program showcases the title insurance industry's Our Values initiative, which serves as a cultural compass and highlights core ideals ALTA members embrace. The two ALTA Our Values Award winners were honored during ALTA ON  more

GERMANTOWN, Maryland, Oct. 18 -- Amentum, a provider of technical and engineering services, issued the following news release: CHANTILLY, VA., October 17, 2024 -- Amentum (NYSE: AMTM) and its partners have been approved by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to begin the Hanford Integrated Tank Disposition Contract. Earlier in 2024, the DOE announced that the contract had been awarded to H2C, which is a joint venture led by a BWXT subsidiary and includes partners Amentum and Fluor. A protest f  more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 18 -- 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. 17, 2024: * * * Ameresco provides cutting-edge, technology-agnostic products and services that support cost savings, decarbonization, and infrastructure upgrades in the energy services market. * * * Frost & Sullivan recently researched the Energy Services industry and, ba  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 18 -- The American Association of Endodontists issued the following news release: The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) has been honored with 10 prestigious MarCom Awards - including three Platinum-level wins, recognizing the organization's exceptional work in strategic communications, marketing, web development, and social media throughout 2023-2024. The MarCom Awards, administered by the Association of Marketing and Communication Professionals, honor excellen  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 18 -- The American Association of Endodontists issued the following news release: The American Association of Endodontists (AAE) is proud to announce that it has been awarded a prestigious Silver Trumpet Award from the Publicity Club of Chicago. The award recognizes the outstanding success of AAE's Worth Saving May 2023 activation, "Worth Saving Campaign Lights up the Night in 2023." In 2019, the AAE launched its Worth Saving campaign, a multi-year effort aimed at champ  more

FARMINGTON HILLS, Michigan, Oct. 18 -- The American Concrete Institute issued the following news release: The Michel Bakhoum International Collaboration Award, founded in 2024, honors the memory of Prof. Michel Bakhoum, ACI Member, and internationally known structural engineer, researcher, and educator. The award is given for outstanding contribution to international collaborations for the progress of knowledge on reinforced and prestressed concrete and development/application of ACI Codes, Sp  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 16 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association issued the following news release: CHICAGO Registration opened today for the ALA 2025 LibLearnX: The Library Learning Experience, taking place January 24-27, 2025 in Phoenix, AZ. The Preliminary LibLearnX Program was launched with agenda details. LibLearnX is a four-day learning conference that invites American Library Association (ALA) members and non-members to participate in collaborative and engaging educa  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Oct. 18 -- The American Mathematical Society issued the following news release: Jinyoung Park of the Courant Institute of Mathematical Sciences, New York University, will receive the 2025 Levi L. Conant Prize for her article "Threshold Phenomena for Random Discrete Structures," which was published in Notices of the American Mathematical Society 70 (2023), no. 10, 1615-1625. "This motivated, clear, and engaging article invites readers in for a tour of threshold functio  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The American Road and Transportation Builders Association issued the following news release: Daniel Sperling, Ph.D, a professor of civil engineering and environmental science and policy and founding director of the Institute of Transportation Studies at the University of California, Davis (ITS-Davis), is the 2024 recipient of the American Road & Transportation Builders Association's (ARTBA) prestigious S.S. Steinberg Award. Named after the founding president of ARTBA's R  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- AmeriCorps issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * The University's AmeriCorps VISTA Project will receive $1.5 million to place members in positions to support sustainability and food security. * * * BIRMINGHAM, Ala. -- Congresswoman Terri Sewell (AL-07) joined AmeriCorps CEO Michael D. Smith on Wednesday, October 16 at the University of Alabama at Birmingham to announce a $1.5 million award to fund the university's AmeriCorps VISTA project. This fed  more

PARIS, France, Oct. 17 -- The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization issued the following news release: * * * The Jury of the UNESCO - Felix Houphouet-Boigny Peace Prize has designated Mr Antonio Luis Santos da Costa, former Prime Minister of Portugal and future President of the European Council, as the 2024 laureate for his steadfast commitment to peace and developing countries. The jury also praised the Ecuadorian AZUCAR Foundation for its work to promote the right  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 17 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news: The Army talks a lot about speeding up the acquisitions process, but Army Contracting Command has a new, concrete goal: No more than six months to award a contract, executive director Danielle Moyer said Oct. 16 at the Association of the U.S. Army's Annual Meeting and Exposition. The days when it took two years to make an award decision are over, she said. "We've really go  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, Oct. 18 -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * * Beyond Chocolate: Adrian Cadbury Life, Loss and Leadership by Patrick Donovan is the first biography of Sir Adrian * Publication coincides with the 200th anniversary of the founding of the Cadbury company * Sir Adrian was Chancellor of Aston University from 1979 to 2004 and was one of the University's most generous supporters. * * * Aston University hosted a VIP launch for a new biography of its former Cha  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- The Audio Engineering Society issued the following news: The Audio Engineering Society (AES) bestowed 13 members with esteemed Society honors at the opening ceremony of its 157th Convention at the Jacob Javits Convention Center. "It was my proud honor to present this year's awards in person at the AES Convention in New York," said AES President Leslie Gaston-Bird. "The tradition of shaking hands as each recipient poses for their photo is a proud moment for us all as AES co  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 17 [Category: National Defense] -- The Association of the U.S. Army issued the following news: Known as the backbone of the force, the United States Army Noncommissioned Officer was honored with the Association of the U.S. Army's highest award for selfless service. Representing all NCOs, Sgt. Maj. of the Army Michael Weimer accepted AUSA's George Catlett Marshall Medal on Oct. 16, the final day of the association's 2024 Annual Meeting and Exposition. The Marshall Meda  more

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 17 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: A former Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs faculty member who is regarded as one of the world's leading experts on the science of human happiness will return to Syracuse University later this month to outline a pathway by which individuals, communities and the governance of our nation can improve by learning how to live happier lives and committing to the greater well-being of others. Arthur C. Brooks,  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release: Proposed CHIPS Funding Would Support Construction of Fab and Advanced Test and Packaging Facility and Create up to 1,700 Jobs in Pennsylvania and California Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the Department of Commerce and Infinera have signed a non-binding preliminary memorandum of terms (PMT) to provide up to $93 million in proposed direct funding under the CHIPS and Science Act. Thro  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Education issued the following news release: The Biden-Harris Administration announced today the approval of approximately $4.5 billion in additional student loan relief for over 60,000 borrowers across the country who work in public service. This relief, which is the result of significant fixes that the Administration has made to the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, brings the total loan forgiveness approved by the Administration to   more

LONDON, England, Oct. 18 -- The British Ministry of Defence issued the following news: * * * The UK government has announced veterans' capital housing grants totalling almost pound sterling3.7m. This funding will assist 14 organisations in providing support to veterans with housing needs by developing new build projects, or refurbishing accommodation * * * From: Ministry of Defence, Office for Veterans' Affairs and Alistair Carns OBE MC MP Hundreds of veterans across the UK will benefit fro  more

SACRAMENTO, California, Oct. 18 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Further utilizing an executive order to prioritize developing housing on excess state lands, Governor Gavin Newsom today announced that a new affordable housing project in South Lake Tahoe is opening 68 units to residents. Sugar Pine Village, which will eventually grow into a 248-unit community, transforms what was once vacant state-owned land into affordable housing for famil  more

OTTAWA, Ontario, Oct. 18 -- The Canadian Mathematical Society issued the following news release: The Canadian Mathematical Society (CMS) is delighted to announce the results of the 2024 Canada Lynx Mathematical Competition (CLMC). In its second edition, the competition attracted 3,058 participants on October 3 and 4, 2024. Students from Canada, the United States, China, Hong Kong, Australia, New Zealand, India, Thailand, Singapore, England, Ireland, Azerbaijan and Rwanda participated. The med  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Carlyle Group issued the following news release: * * * Deal Includes Singer/Songwriter's Work For Disney Film Franchises Such As Toy Story And Cars * * * Litmus Music, a music rights business backed by Carlyle's (NASDAQ: CG) Global Credit business, has acquired Randy Newman's share of his recorded music and publishing, encompassing the scores to timeless and beloved Disney film franchises such as Toy Story, Cars, Monsters Inc., and The Princess and the Frog. The deal a  more

BOSTON, Oct. 18 -- Cengage Group, an education and technology company, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * Allied Health, Education, IT / Cyber and Business courses recommended based on course design, delivery, breadth of content and assessments * * * Cengage Work, the skills training business of global edtech company Cengage Group, today announced 18 of its most popular Advanced Career Training (ACT) ed2go courses have received American Council on Education (ACE) credi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Children's Hospital Association issued the following news release: The Children's Hospital Association's (CHA's) "Made Possible by Your Children's Hospital" campaign won the PRNEWS Platinum Award for Best Visual Storytelling Campaign of 2023. The PRNEWS Platinum Awards honor the most innovative and influential digital communications campaigns. CHA launched the "Made Possible by Your Children's Hospital" campaign in 2023 to position children's hospitals for effective   more

LONDON, England, Oct. 18 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following news: As part of the British Chambers of Commerce's annual Chamber Business Awards 2024, a Chester firm has been chosen as the Digital Revolution Business of the Year. The awards, now in their 21st year, are one of the showpieces of the business calendar, highlighting the role of firms in delivering growth, prosperity and innovation across the UK. The Digital Revolution Award, supported by HPLIFE with Intel,reco  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 18 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following news: As part of the British Chambers of Commerce's annual Chamber Business Awards 2024, a Sheffield company has been chosen as the Green Innovation Business of the Year. The awards, now in their 21st year, are one of the showpieces of the business calendar, highlighting the role of firms in delivering growth, prosperity and innovation across the UK. The Green Innovation Award, supported by Octopus Energy for   more

LONDON, England, Oct. 18 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following news: As part of the British Chambers of Commerce's annual Chamber Business Awards 2024, a Shropshire firm has been chosen as the Global Britain Business of the Year. The awards, now in their 21st year, are one of the showpieces of the business calendar, highlighting the role of firms in delivering growth, prosperity and innovation across the UK. The Global Britain Award, supported by UK Export Finance, recogn  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 18 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following news: As part of the British Chambers of Commerce's annual Chamber Business Awards 2024, a Durham based firm has been chosen as the People and Work Business of the Year. The awards, now in their 21st year, are one of the showpieces of the business calendar, highlighting the role of firms in delivering growth, prosperity and innovation across the UK. The People and Work Award, recognises a business that priorit  more

LONDON, England, Oct. 18 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following news: As part of the British Chambers of Commerce's annual Chamber Business Awards 2024, a Cheshire firm has been chosen as the Local Economy of the Future Business of the Year. The awards, now in their 21st year, are one of the showpieces of the business calendar, highlighting the role of firms in delivering growth, prosperity and innovation across the UK. The Local Economy Award, recognises a company that ha  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Citizens Against Government Waste issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Today, Citizens Against Government Waste (CAGW) named Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel its October 2024 Porker of the Month for her ghastly decision to block funding for Starlink to deploy satellite internet service in hard-to-reach areas of the country. The FCC approved and then revoked SpaceX Starlink's $885.5 million competitive award under the R  more

MOUNT PLEASANT, Michigan, Oct. 18 -- Central Michigan University issued the following news: Central Michigan University (CMU) continues its commitment to inclusion and diversity as Dr. Jon Humiston (they/them), Director of Noncredit and Alternative Enrollment in CMU's Innovation and Online division, and CMU alum Aaric Guerriero (he/him) join forces to host a national webinar for the American Association for Access, Equity, and Diversity (AAAED). The webinar, titled What's the T?: Steps to Crea  more

DANVILLE, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- Danville Community College issued the following news: Danville Community College's (DCC) innovative literacy project, 'Ace the Mighty Conquers Knight School', recently won two prestigious regional awards, recognizing the project's excellence in creativity, storytelling, and educational impact. The project was honored with a District 2 Gold Medallion Award from the National Council for Marketing & Public Relations (NCMPR). This award, one of the highest honors in   more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Debevoise and Plimpton, a law firm, issued the following news: Debevoise & Plimpton LLP has been shortlisted for the Financial Times' Innovative Lawyers North America awards in the "Innovation in New Services to Manage Risk" category. The firm was selected for its global and interdisciplinary Data Strategy and Security practice (DSS) and the approach taken by DSS to developing its people and their skills. As a result of this initiative, DSS is recognized across the industr  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee issued the following news release: Democratic candidate Janelle Stelson has "a real shot" at defeating vulnerable far-right extremist Scott Perry, according to new reporting from NBC News. With a lengthy history of "trying to overturn the 2020 election results," "voting against bipartisan bills," and "backing restrictions on abortion," Perry no longer represents his constituents. After six terms in Congress, his partisan no  more

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- The University of Kansas issued the following news: The woods can be a place of adventure and beauty, a peaceful escape for a walk. But sitting among the leaves and grass, the invisible threat of ticks can turn an outdoor hike into a health-altering encounter with Lyme disease. A recent $3 million Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) award will fund the research and development of a vaccine to stop Lyme disease in its tracks. Peter Petillo, the found  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Oct. 18 -- The Association of Zoos and Aquariums issued the following news release: At this year's Annual Conference in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA) posthumously honored Dr. Terry Maple with the R. Marlin Perkins Award for Professional Excellence. Twenty-six of his former students came together to submit the application in honor of their former mentor and friend. "Terry had an innate ability to inspire," said Dr. Stephanie Allar  more

ELMHURST, Illinois, Oct. 17 -- Elmhurst University issued the following news: Elmhurst University recently honored five alumni and longtime supporters with two of the University's most prestigious awards, the Founders Medal and the Alumni Merit Award, for their outstanding contributions to the University and the broader community. The Founders Medal celebrates those who have distinguished themselves through philanthropic or personal service to the University. This year's medal was awarded to T  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: (Seattle) - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Washington will receive $2,827,155 through the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act National Grants Program, which will incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of older diesel engines to cleaner and zero-emission solutions leading to significant emission reductions and air quality and public health benefits. N  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: (Seattle) - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced Oregon will receive $2,111,536 through the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act National Grants Program, which will incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of older diesel engines to cleaner and zero-emission solutions leading to significant emission reductions and air quality and public health benefits. Natio  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: (Seattle) - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced $885,158 to the American Lung Association in Idaho through the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act National Grants Program, which will incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of older diesel engines to cleaner and zero-emission solutions leading to significant emission reductions and air quality and public he  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * The selectees will reduce diesel emissions across a range of projects, including upgrades to freight, industrial and municipal equipment * * * Today, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced more than $11 million under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants Program to the American Lung Association, the Chicago Department of Transportation and Environme  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * The selectee, Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision Project, will reduce diesel emissions across a range of projects, including upgrades to construction, freight, industrial and port equipment * * * CHICAGO - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced more than $3.2 million under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants Program to Southwest Det  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Today, Oct. 17, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a total of $1 million in awards to six recipients to address asthma, radon, and other indoor air health risks. These cooperative agreements will advance national policy and systems-level change to reduce indoor air risks and yield measurable environmental and public health benefits. "The EPA is proud to partner with t  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: Today, Oct. 17, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced selections totaling nearly $125 million under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act National Grants Program which will incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of older diesel engines to cleaner and zero-emission solutions leading to significant emission reductions and air quality and public health benefits. These awards are in  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * Two Utah entities among 68 selectees to reduce diesel emissions across a range of projects, including upgrades to school buses, port equipment, and construction equipment * * * SALT LAKE CITY (October 17, 2024) - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced two Utah selectees totaling $3.2 million under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants Program. With   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release: * * * Four Colorado entities among 67 selectees to reduce diesel emissions across a range of projects, including upgrades to school buses, port equipment, and construction equipment * * * DENVER (October 17, 2024) - Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced four Colorado selectees totaling $8.14 million under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) National Grants Program. Wi  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Environmental Protection Agency issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: NEW YORK - Today, Oct. 17, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced selections totaling nearly $125 million under the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act National Grants Program which will incentivize and accelerate the upgrade or retirement of older diesel engines to cleaner and zero-emission solutions leading to significant emission reductions and air quality and public health b  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Covington, a law firm, issued the following news release: The Financial Times has shortlisted Alex Berengaut as one of 10 finalists for its Innovative Practitioner award. The award recognizes lawyers who are notable for leadership in their field and for having an impact on the future practice of law. A partner in Covington's Washington office, Alex is a nationally recognized litigator and co-chair of Covington's Government Litigation practice. He has served as lead cou  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Federal Labor Relations Authority issued the following decision (Case No. 0-AR-5929) on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * SPORT AIR TRAFFIC CONTROLLERS ORGANIZATION (Union) and UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE AIR FORCE 412 TEST WING EDWARDS AIR FORCE BASE, CALIFORNIA (Agency) 0-AR-5929 (73 FLRA 830 (2024)) ORDER DENYING MOTION FOR RECONSIDERATION AND CLARIFICATION October 17, 2024 * * * Before the Authority: Susan Tsui Grundmann, Chairman, and Colleen Duffy Kiko and Ann  more

TORONTO, Ontario, Oct. 18 -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: * * * Expansion of Four Seasons portfolio in Greece will feature a new beachside property nestled within the soaring cliffs and crystal blue waters of Kalo Livadi Bay * * * Leading luxury hospitality company Four Seasons and Blue Iris Investments S.A, ('Blue Iris'), an investment vehicle of AGC Equity Partners ('AGC'), a global alternative asset investment firm, announce plans for a brand new beac  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 18 -- Gov. Brian P. Kemp, R-Georgia, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Governor Brian P. Kemp announced 107 appointments and reappointments to various state boards, authorities, and commissions. Georgia Maternal and Infant Health Advisory Commission Keisha Callins is an accomplished obstetrician-gynecologist and public health expert with extensive experience in clinical practice, academic leadership, research, and community service. She holds a Doctor  more

SAN FRANCISCO, California, Oct. 18 -- Gap, a retailer of clothing and accessories, issued the following news release: Dynasty and Soull Ogun of L'Enchanteur have won the 2024 CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund (CVFF), and Jackson Wiederhoeft of Wiederhoeft and Spencer Phipps of Phipps were named runners-up. The news was just announced by Olympics track star and gold medalist Gabby Thomas at New York City's Monkey Bar. The dinner marked the twentieth anniversary of the pioneering emerging designer initia  more

EVENDALE, Ohio, Oct. 18 -- GE Aerospace, a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems for commercial, military, business and general aviation aircraft, issued the following news release: GE Aerospace's LM2500, engineered for reliability and performance, has been chosen to power the Indian Navy's Next Generation Missile Vessels (NGMV) built by Cochin Shipyard Limited located in Kochi, India. Six LM2500 marine gas turbine engine kits will be delivered by GE Aerospace for  more

SANTA FE, New Mexico, Oct. 18 -- Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Gov. Michelle Lujan Grisham on Thursday announced an exciting new collaboration with Emmy Award-winning actor Bryan Cranston that resurrects Walter White--the iconic fictional "Breaking Bad" character--to help reduce litter in New Mexico. The governor joined with state and city officials, Boys and Girls Club volunteers and others at the Jean Cocteau Cinema in Santa Fe  more

UNIVERSITY PARK, Illinois, Oct. 18 -- Governors State University issued the following news release: Governors State University (GovState) is pleased to announce a new partnership with the Illinois State Police (ISP) designed to advance the education and career opportunities of Illinois State Troopers. Under this new agreement, GovState will accept Credit for Prior Learning as transfer credits for the successful completion of ISP cadet training, enabling troopers to pursue their Bachelor of Art  more

HOUSTON, Texas, Oct. 17 -- Houston Christian University issued the following news release: Houston Christian University (HCU) alumna Dr. Nay Chevalier has been named a recipient of the 2024 B.E.S.T. (Baptist Educators Serving Texans) Award. The award celebrates Christian educators who are living out their faith daily among their students. Candidates for the award must be a teacher or administrator in a Texas public school system; a graduate of one of nine Texas Baptist universities; and a memb  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release: LOS ALAMOS, N.M. U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) toured Los Alamos-based company UbiQD's advanced materials and technology manufacturing facility, which was recently expanded to 16,000 square feet. Heinrich has long championed growing an advanced, high-tech manufacturing industry in New Mexico, including through the commercialization and transfer of innovative technologies developed at our nation  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news: * * * The opening of Epic Universe will transform Universal Orlando Resort into a weeklong vacation destination comprised of four theme parks that are home to the most innovative theme park experiences ever created. * * * From the debut of a must-see tram tour 60 years ago, to the creation of award-winning attractions and groundbreaking themed lands, Universal Destinations & Experiences continues to raise   more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- The HIV Medicine Association issued the following news release: The HIV Medicine Association is pleased to recognize three members during IDWeek 2024 for their contributions to advancing the field of HIV medicine. "This year's award winners have showcased unwavering commitment to elevating the quality of care and advancing research and equitable policies to end the HIV epidemic," said Allison Agwu, MD, ScM, FIDSA, chair of HIVMA. "I'm honored to present them wit  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Bruce Westerman, R-Arkansas, chairman of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Today, House Committee on Natural Resources Chairman Bruce Westerman (R-Ark.) and Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations Chairman Paul Gosar (R-Ariz.) led a letter to New York Governor Kathy Hochul and New York City Mayor Eric Adams as part of their continued investigation into the migrant encampment on national park property at Fl  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- NBCUniversal, a subsidiary of Comcast, issued the following news on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * The 2024 Billboard Latin Music Awards Will Feature a Star-Studded Show and Electrifying Performances Next Sunday, October 20 at 9pm/8c on Telemundo * * * The 2024 Billboard Latin Music Awards, hosted by internationally renowned actors Carmen Villalobos and Danilo Carrera, will be a true celebration of Latin artists. As the longest running and most prestigious awards show in Latin mus  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Systems Needed to Hold Industry, Governments to International Standards * * * United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), a US government agency linked to human rights abuses, has contracted services from the Israeli spyware company Paragon, according to a government contracting website. Wired magazine first reported on the US$2 million contract, which the agency signed with Paragon in September. The cont  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Human Rights Watch issued the following news: * * * Reform Needed to Tackle Threat to Media Freedom in Greece * * * In a win for media freedom in Greece, last week an Athens court dismissed a retaliatory defamation lawsuit (https://www.hrw.org/news/2024/01/24/crucial-hearing-journalists-under-siege-greece) against journalists. The case was brought by Grigoris Dimitriadis, the nephew of Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis, against reporters who published allegations of his  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Oct. 17 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: The International BoatBuilders' Exhibition and Conference (IBEX) announced this week that this year's Show, which closed on Thursday, October 3, saw three-days of quality traffic. The docks and booths were busy, networking events and education sessions were well attended, and there were good concentrations of industry professionals. "Every large event has its chal  more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 18 -- iHeartMedia issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * Hosted by Crime Journalist Sloane Glass, the Podcast Series American Homicide Will Launch New Episodes Every Thursday, Starting Today, October 17th Listen now HERE [View podcast in the link at bottom.] * * * Glass Podcasts, the award-winning audio arm of production powerhouse Glass Entertainment Group (GEG), and iHeartPodcasts today announced the launch of a new groundbreaking podcast serie  more

SUNNYVALE, California, Oct. 18 -- Infinera, a provider of intelligent transport networks, issued the following news release: * * * Proposed funding, combined with investment tax credits, could result in more than $200 million in total federal incentives to expand production and packaging of semiconductors to support critical U.S. infrastructure and AI * * * San Jose, Calif. - October 17, 2024, 5:05 a.m. ET - Infinera (Nasdaq: INFN) and the U.S. Department of Commerce have signed a non-bindin  more

LAKE MARY, Florida, Oct. 17 -- The Institute of Internal Auditors issued the following news release: * * * Annual awards celebrate the most influential leaders in the boardroom and corporate governance community * * * The Institute of Internal Auditors (IIA) today announced Anthony Pugliese, President and CEO, has been named one of the most influential leaders in corporate governance by the National Association of Corporate Directors (NACD) as part of their 2024 NACD Directorship 100(TM) Awa  more

GENEVA, Switzerland, Oct. 18 -- The Inter-Parliamentary Union issued the following news release: The 2024 Cremer-Passy Prize, the MP of the year award, has been awarded to Dr. Haroun Kabadi, former President of the National Assembly of Chad (2011 to 2021) in recognition of his exceptional work in promoting peace and security. Currently, Dr. Kabadi heads Chad's National Transitional Council, which is playing the role of legislative body as the country returns to constitutional order following t  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of Justice issued the following news release: Raytheon Company (Raytheon) -- a subsidiary of Arlington, Virginia-based defense contractor RTX (formerly known as Raytheon Technologies Corporation) -- will pay over $950 million to resolve the Justice Department's investigations into: (i) a major government fraud scheme involving defective pricing on certain government contracts and (ii) violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) and the Arms   more

MANHATTAN, Kansas, Oct. 17 -- Kansas State University issued the following news release: Bharat Ratra, university distinguished professor of physics in the College of Arts and Sciences at Kansas State University, has been selected to receive the American Physical Society's 2025 Julius Edgar Lilienfeld Prize for outstanding contributions to physics and exceptional skills in lecturing to diverse audiences. "This prestigious award recognizes Dr. Ratra's exceptional research, teaching and engageme  more

FRANKFORT, Kentucky, Oct. 18 -- The Kentucky Public Service Commission issued the following order (Case No. 2024-00309) on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * In the Matter of: Electronic Application Of Kenergy Corp. For A Certificate Of Convenience And Necessity To Apply For A Franchise From The City Of Beaver Dam ORDER On September 20, 2024, Kenergy Corp. (Kenergy) filed its application with the Commission seeking a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) to authorize it to bid on a franch  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Venable, a law firm, issued the following news release: Venable LLP is pleased to announce that Thomas ("Ted") Millspaugh, chair of the firm's Real Estate Group, has been recognized by the Daily Record as a 2024 Icon Honors recipient. This award honors Maryland business leaders over the age of 60 for their notable success and demonstration of strong leadership within and outside their fields. The recipients are individuals who have achieved considerable success in their   more

SAN ANTONIO, Texas, Oct. 18 -- 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. 17, 2024: * * * Medeze Group (Medeze) specializes in cutting-edge stem cell banking services, leveraging advanced cryopreservation techniques and pioneering therapies to enhance longevity and health outcomes. * * * Frost & Sullivan recently researched the stem cell bankin  more

MINOT, North Dakota, Oct. 18 -- Minot State University issued the following news release: Area high school students excelled at SRT Tech Day held at the Minot State University Student Center Conference Center on Wednesday, Oct. 16. SRT Tech Day is an annual event showcasing area secondary business students as they compete in various business and technology-related competitions. The event returned last year after a break due to the COVID-19 pandemic, with 2024 being the 24th year of the event.   more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Morgan Stanley, a multinational financial services corporation, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * The Firm's Portfolio Risk Platform has been recognized by Datos Insights for Advisor Enablement * * * Morgan Stanley (NYSE: MS) today announced that Datos Insights, a global advisory firm providing mission-critical insights on technology, regulations, strategy, and operations to the Financial Services industry, has recognized Morgan Stanley's Portfoli  more

PERTH, Australia, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- Murdoch University issued the following news: Murdoch University metallurgical engineering Phd student Tina Phiri has won the Postgraduate Research Excellence Award from the Joint Chemical Engineering Committee (JCEC) of Western Australia, in conjunction with Engineers Australia. This prestigious competition showcases the best chemical engineering research being conducted by postgraduates in WA. Phiri won for her research titled Thermochemical analysis an  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Warner Bros. Discovery, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * Star-Studded Exclusive Doubleheader to Continue with Los Angeles Lakers featuring LeBron James & Anthony Davis Hosting the Minnesota Timberwolves with Anthony Edwards & Julius Randle Thursday's 2024 Kia NBA Tip-Off Coverage Will Feature the San Antonio Spurs with Victor Wembanyama & Chris Paul Visiting the Dallas Mavericks with Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving &  more

WELLAND, Ontario, Oct. 17 -- Niagara College issued the following news release: Niagara College is pleased to announce a significant investment aimed at advancing manufacturing in southern Ontario. On October 16, 2024, Niagara College received $4 million from the Federal Economic Development Agency for southern Ontario (FedDev Ontario) to support the Southern Ontario Network for Advanced Manufacturing Innovation (SONAMI). This announcement was made by Vance Badawey, Parliamentary Secretary to t  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Kevin Cramer, R-North Dakota, issued the following news release: ***Click here for audio.*** BISMARCK, N.D. The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) received a $20,000,000 award through the Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) grant program. This funding will help NDDOT enhance the US 52 route by adding railroad bypass lanes, improving safety, and increasing the efficiency of passenger and freight transportation across the state. Specifically,  more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Oct. 18 -- Coca-Cola issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * Board Also Declares Regular Quarterly Dividend * * * The Coca Cola Company today announced that Bela Bajaria, Chief Content Officer for Netflix Inc., has been elected as a director. Bajaria's election is effective immediately and brings the Coca Cola board to 12 directors. As Chief Content Officer, Bajaria oversees all television and film for Netflix in all languages. She manages a content budg  more

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Energy's National Energy Technology Laboratory issued the following news: NETL and partner Cerebras Systems of Sunnyvale, California, have been awarded $8 million by the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) to advance the study of scientific phenomena using the world's largest computer chip known as the Cerebras Wafer-Scale Engine (WSE). The third generation WSE-3, which powers Cerebras' CS-3 AI supercomputer, is an innovation that will en  more

SYRACUSE, New York, Oct. 18 -- Syracuse University's Newhouse School of Public Communications issued the following news: * * * Independent photographer Md. Zobayer Hossain Joati named inaugural Alexia Scholar initiative recipient. * * * The Alexia is launching a new scholarship program designed to offer top-tier visual storytelling students or young professionals an in-depth opportunity to explore the world of visual communications while earning a master's degree at the Newhouse School. Or  more

IRVING, Texas, Oct. 18 -- Nexstar Media Group, a television broadcasting company, issued the following news release: * * * Town Hall will be Live Streamed Exclusively on Social Media Platform X * * * CHICAGO, IL (October 17, 2024) - NewsNation today announced that it will host a town hall with U.S. Senator J.D. Vance, Republican nominee for Vice President, on Thursday, October 24th at 8 p.m. ET. The town hall will be live streamed exclusively on social media platform X. Moderated by Chris Cu  more

LAS CRUCES, New Mexico, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- New Mexico State University issued the following news release: Abdessattar Abdelkefi, professor of mechanical and aerospace engineering at New Mexico State University, was recently elected American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics Associate Fellow. AIAA will formally honor and induct the class at the AIAA Associate Fellows Induction Ceremony and Dinner in January in Orlando, Florida. The honor recognizes individuals "who have accomplished or  more

MIDLAND, Michigan, Oct. 18 -- Northwood University issued the following news: Northwood University American Marketing Association members competed in a regional sales competition from Oct. 10-11, 2024, at Saginaw Valley State University. Morley Companies, the competition's presenting sponsor, challenged participants to offer recall management business process outsourcing services to a fictitious automotive manufacturer. Students also had to create emails and voicemails. Northwood's Alex Wilbe  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 17 -- The New York Health and Hospitals issued the following news release on Oct. 16, 2024: * * * The health system is one of 62 nationwide to earn the recognition this year * * * NYC Health + Hospitals today announced it has earned the bronze-level Joy in Medicine recognition from the American Medical Association (AMA) for enhancing physician well-being and reducing burnout. After peaking during the Covid pandemic, the national physician burnout rate has dipped under 50 perce  more

PASADENA, California, Oct. 18 -- Parsons Corp., an engineering, construction, technical and management services firm, issued the following news release: CHANTILLY, VA. (October 17, 2024) - Parsons Corporation (NYSE: PSN) announced today that the company was awarded a seat on a $225 million multiple award task order contract (MATOC) by the United States Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) Kansas City District. The contract for environmental remediation activities has a one-year base period and four   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Sen. Shelley Moore Capito, R-West Virginia, issued the following news release: BERKELEY COUNTY, W.Va. Today, U.S. Senator Shelley Moore Capito (R-W.Va.), traveled to Berkeley County, W.Va. where she participated in two events. First, Senator Capito visited Eagle School Intermediate in Martinsburg, W.Va. where she hosted a West Virginia Girls Rise Up event. Senator Capito launched the program in 2015 to instill confidence in young West Virginia women and empower them to b  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- Rep. Mike Quigley, D-Illinois, issued the following news release: U.S. Representatives Mike Quigley (D-IL-05), Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (D-IL-04), Danny Davis (D-IL-07) and U.S. Senators Dick Durbin (D-IL) and Tammy Duckworth (D-IL), announcedthat the Illinois Department of Transportation will receive$15,805,600 in federal funding from the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) for improvements to the Chicago Transit Authority's (CTA) Forest Park Branch. This track modernizat  more

BRISBANE, Australia, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- The Queensland University of Technology issued the following news: Professor Sara Couperthwaite has received the Australian Academy of Technological Sciences and Engineering (ATSE) David and Valerie Solomon Award for her research transforming mining waste into high purity alumina for safer lithium-ion batteries with industry partner Lava Blue. Presented by the ATSE, the David and Valerie Solomon Award is an early-mid career award for a science or techno  more

NORTH BRANCH, New Jersey, Oct. 18 -- Raritan Valley Community College issued the following news release: Dr. Melanie Lenahan, Raritan Valley Community College Professor of Biology, has received the Social Learning Innovator Award in STEM from Hypothesis. The award recognizes her work with social annotation to deepen student engagement and foster an immersive learning environment. Dr. Lenahan is the only NJ community college professor being honored by Hypothesis. As part of the honor, Professor  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Covington, a law firm, issued the following news release: LOS ANGELES/PALO ALTO/SAN FRANCISCO--For the second consecutive year, The Recorder has named Covington as the winner of its Environmental, Social, and Governance Initiative award, a recognition of ESG initiatives with an external impact. Covington's global and multidisciplinary ESG practice advises companies, investors, and other stakeholders on the rapidly evolving developments related to emerging ESG and sustai  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- Rep. Mike Ezell, R-Mississippi, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: Today, Congressman Mike Ezell (MS-04) presented Colt Bergman with a Congressional Award Gold Medal, the highest Congressional honor for America's youth. Bergman completed 400 hours of voluntary public service, 200 hours of personal development, 200 hours of physical fitness, and a 5-day, 4-night trip over the span of 24 months to complete the Congressional Award program. "The Congressiona  more

HIGHLAND, California, Oct. 18 -- The San Manuel Band of Mission Indians, a federally-recognized Native American tribe, issued the following news release on Oct. 17, 2024: In a celebration of gaming and hospitality excellence, the San Manuel Band of Mission Indians and Yaamava' Resort & Casino at San Manuel received top honors at the prestigious 2024 Global Gaming Awards. Presented at the Global Gaming Expo (G2E) in Las Vegas, these awards are the gold standard of recognition in the industry, ac  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Scholastic, a children's publishing, education and media company, issued the following news release: NEW YORK & DUBLIN - October 17, 2024 - Scholastic Entertainment and 9 Story Media Group are pleased to unveil their joint slate of new kids and family programming at Mipcom this month. Following Scholastic's investment in 9 Story last spring, the combined company continues to deliver high-quality, engaging content for children and families, while significantly enhancing thei  more

JUNEAU, Alaska, Oct. 18 -- Sealaska Heritage Institute issued the following news release: * * * Legislation named for late Tlingit artist Archie Cavanaugh * * * A United States senator from Alaska has introduced an amendment to the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act (MBTA) to preserve and expand the rights of Native artists to use feathers and other bird materials in their artistic practices. U.S. Sen. Dan Sullivan, who filed the bill last month, named the legislation after the late award-wi  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 18 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release: The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Alice DiSanto of Rajant Corporation, as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Progress Award, an honor presented by SIA's Women in Security Forum (WISF) community celebrating individuals who pave the way to success for women in the security industry. SIA will present DiSanto with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. Alice   more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 18 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release: * * * Nemerofsky - chief operating officer at SAGE Integration and SIA Board of Directors member - will be recognized for his dedicated security industry service and leadership at the 2024 SIA Honors Night. * * * The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named Scott M. Gross, facility security officer at Con Edison, as the 2024 recipient of the SIA Insightful Practitioner Award, an honor r  more

ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Oct. 18 -- The Security Industry Association issued the following news release: The Security Industry Association (SIA) has named John Nemerofsky as the 2024 recipient of the George R. Lippert Memorial Award, an honor presented annually to a distinguished individual for long-term, selfless service to the security industry and to SIA. Nemerofsky will be presented with the award on Nov. 20 during the 2024 SIA Honors Night celebration. John Nemerofsky is a beacon of leadersh  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Ted Cruz, R-Texas, issued the following news release: Today, U.S. Senate Commerce Committee Ranking Member Ted Cruz (R-Texas) released the following statement after the Department of Transportation (DOT) announced their intent to award an additional, beyond perimeter slot for a nonstop flight between San Antonio International Airport (SAT) and Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA). In May, the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, which Sen. Cruz co-authored as  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee released the following testimony by Patrick White, research director for the Nuclear Innovation Alliance, from a Sept. 19, 2024, hearing entitled "Fusion Energy Technology Development": * * * Chairman Manchin, Ranking Member Barrasso, and members of the Committee: Thank you for the opportunity to testify today before this Committee and for holding this hearing. My name is Dr. Patrick White, and I am currently the Researc  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Senate Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee on Water and Power released the following testimony by Camille Calimlim Touton, commissioner of the U.S. Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation, from a Sept. 11, 2024, hearing on legislation to address water challenges: * * * Chair Wyden, Ranking Member Risch, and members of the Subcommittee, I am Camille Calimlim Touton, Commissioner for the Bureau of Reclamation (Reclamation) within the Department of the In  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The Senate Environment and Public Works Committee released the following testimony by Jocelyn Fenton, interim federal co-chair at Denali Commission, from a Sept. 18, 2024, hearing entitled "America's Regional Commissions: Sharing Best Practices in Regional and Economic Development": * * * Mr. Chairman, Ranking Member Capito, and Honorable Members of the Committee and Staff, thank you for inviting me to testify and providing this opportunity to present an update on the De  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 [Category: Medical] -- The American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network issued the following news release: Windsor, Wis. Senator Joan Ballweg met with board members from the American Cancer Society in Wisconsin, Chair Cory Recknor and Korey Feiner, to receive the State Senator of the Year award, one of the most prestigious awards presented by the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network (ACS CAN), in recognition of her significant contributions to the fight against can  more

ARLINGTON, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- America's Public Television Stations issued the following news release: * * * Primes the Pump for NEXTGEN Broadcasting * * * OMAHA, NE - October 16, 2024 - 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, Sinclair's station  more

LAUREL, Maryland, Oct. 18 -- The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory issued the following news release: Three staff members at the Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) in Laurel, Maryland, have been honored by the Society of Asian Scientists and Engineers (SASE) for their contributions to science, technology, engineering and mathematics. SASE presents its Achievement Awards to individuals at various stages of their careers, from promising professionals with less than   more

SONOMA, California, Oct. 18 -- Sonoma State University issued the following news: When South African birds, frogs, and insects make calls, Dr. Matthew Clark is listening to what they say. Clark, a Sonoma State professor and director of the Center for Interdisciplinary Geospatial Analysis, is principal investigator for BioSoundSCape, one of 20 projects selected for NASA funding under the larger umbrella of BioSCape (www.bioscape.io), a biodiversity-focused research project in the Cape region of  more

STAMFORD, Connecticut, Oct. 18 -- Spectrum, a part of Charter Communications, issued the following news release: * * * Now Available to Spectrum Customers on Channel 1 * * * GREENVILLE, S.C. -- Spectrum News today announced the launch of Spectrum News South Carolina, bringing its award-winning local journalism to the Spectrum TV lineup. Now available to Spectrum TV customers across the state on channel 1, Spectrum News South Carolina features local headlines at the top and bottom of every ho  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Beer Institute issued the following news release: * * * Beer Institute campaign highlights industry economic impact, nutritional transparency and moderate consumption * * * The Beer Institute's Stand With Beer campaign won the Government Relations category at the PRNEWS Platinum Awards Gala in New York City, which recognizes excellence in communications across people, teams and campaigns. StandWithBeer.org is a digital hub for policymakers, the media and adults of   more

LAWRENCE, Kansas, Oct. 18 -- Commercial Real Estate Women Network issued the following news release: During a challenging market period marked by rising interest rates and increasing building acquisition costs, Heather Hoffman of PowerSource Construction needed a new space for her growing business. Leasing wasn't an option; she required a unique combination of office and warehouse space and recognized that purchasing was the best move. As a member of MNCREW, Hoffman was eager to leverage her co  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 16 -- Sen. Dan Sullivan, R-Alaska, issued the following news release: Senator Dan Sullivan (R-Alaska) introduced the Alaska's Right to Ivory Sales and Tradition (ARTIST) Actand the Archie Cavanaugh Migratory Bird Treaty Amendment Act to protect the legal rights of Alaska Native artists using natural materials, such as walrus ivory or migratory bird feathers, in traditional handicrafts, art, ceremonial regalia, and clothing. These bills would clarify that existing laws do not pr  more

ALBANY, New York, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- The State University of New York University at Albany issued the following news: By Michael Parker Artificial Intelligence as a tool can be used in any number of ways, from the intuitive recommendations of chatbots and smart assistants to autonomous vehicles. In UAlbany Associate Professor of Computer Science Pradeep Atrey's lab, he and doctoral student Omkar Kulkarni are utilizing AI to create a virtual photo editing tool. Combining techniques of comput  more

GENESEO, New York, Oct. 17 -- The State University of New York's Geneseo Campus issued the following news: Stephen Padalino, SUNY Distinguished Teaching Professor of Physics at Geneseo, has been selected to receive the American Physical Society's 2025 Excellence in Physics Education Award. The award recognizes a team, collaboration, or exceptional individual who has exhibited a sustained commitment to excellence in physics education. "Dr. Padalino has made valuable contributions to the field o  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: Marcus W. Davis, principal for safety/weapons system safety program integrator, in the Naval Undersea Warfare Center (NUWC) Division Newport Ranges, Engineering and Analysis Department, and Michael D. Jones, lead system safety engineer in the Undersea Warfare (USW) Platform and Payload Integration Department, both recently won an International System Safety Society (ISSS) award. Davis, a resident of Warwick, Rhode   more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 17 -- The U.S. Department of the Treasury issued the following news release: Treasury's allocation of over $500 million in SSBCI funding to Tribal Nations is the largest federal investment in Indian Country small businesses in history. Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury (Treasury) announced reaching a major milestone with the approval of over $500 million in State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Capital Program applications from Tribal Nations. This milestone   more

MERCED, California, Oct. 18 -- The University of California Merced issued the following news: UC Merced has received the 2024 Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award, making it the second straight year the university has earned the distinction. The award, given by Insight Into Diversity magazine, recognizes institutions of higher education for their outstanding commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI). As a recipient of the HEED Award, UC Merced will be featured in th  more

SANTA CRUZ, California, Oct. 18 -- The University of California Santa Cruz campus issued the following news: * * * The Karl Sczuka Prize honors sound artists who go beyond traditional music making * * * By Gaby Messino Anna Friz, an associate professor of Film and Digital Media, has been raking in awards and honors. The multi-disciplinary artist who took a sabbatical last winter after receiving a Guggenheim fellowship, recently received the Karl Sczuka Prize for radio from SWR Germany. The  more

NEW YORK, Oct. 18 -- Loews Hotels issued the following news release: * * * Loews Hotels & Co, in Partnership with Universal Orlando, Set to Open Universal Helios Grand Hotel, a Loews Hotel, in Tandem With Opening of Universal Epic Universe on May 22, 2025 The next-level hotel will be one of three new properties by Loews Hotels & Co at the Award-Winning Theme Park Destination. Images of Helios Grand Hotel here (https://51.159.194.223/category/epic-universe/helios-grand-hotel/?postType=photo&_  more

PHOENIX, Arizona, Oct. 18 -- The University of Phoenix issued the following news release: * * * Virtual, free event features how AI can boost productivity, enhance content creation and support existing skills, highlighting higher education experts who developed new University course on Generative AI in Everyday Life * * * University of Phoenix is pleased to announce that it will host a webinar "Embracing the Future: Benefits and Uses of Generative AI opens in new window" on Thursday, Novembe  more

SEATTLE, Washington, Oct. 18 (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

LOUISVILLE, Kentucky, Oct. 18 -- The University of Louisville issued the following news release: As the educator of the most baccalaureate-prepared nurses in Kentucky, the University of Louisville School of Nursing has received $4.8 million to support undergraduate nursing education. Committed funds of $2.4 million has been awarded from long-standing partners UofL Health and Owensboro Health, along with a matching grant of $2.4 million from the Kentucky Council on Postsecondary Education's Heal  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Farm Service Agency issued the following news release: * * * The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with Idaho to award $5.5 million for 27 projects through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure Program (RFSI) * * * The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) today announced it has partnered with Idaho to award $5.5 mi  more

GALVESTON, Texas, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release: The Gulf Coast Consortia recently named two University of Texas Medical Branch researchers recipients of the John S. Dunn Foundation Collaborative Research Award which supports research in the quantitative biomedical sciences with research seed grants. Dr. Agenor Limon, associate professor of neurology at UTMB, and Dr. Junki Maruyama, assistant professor of pathology at UTMB, were ho  more

UTRECHT, The Netherlands, Oct. 17 (TNSres) -- Utrecht University issued the following news: PhD student Christina Kijan of the Expert Center for Veterinary Genetics (Utrecht University) is working on a solution for overbite in huskies. She spoke about this at a congress in Sweden and is getting help from the sled dog community. In the Siberian Husky, several family lines are known in which overbites are more common. In an overbite, the upper jaw is too long in relation to the lower jaw. When t  more

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 17 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: Michelle Weschler (left), an assistant research scientist with UW's Wyoming Natural Diversity Database (WYNDD), and Amy-Marie Story, a master's student at UW, visit a wind energy facility in southeast Wyoming to conduct insect and plant surveys. Weschler and Lusha Tronstad, lead invertebrate zoologist with WYNDD, conducted a study that looked at the interaction between wind turbines and insects an area of  more

LARAMIE, Wyoming, Oct. 17 -- The University of Wyoming issued the following news release: The University of Wyoming Wind Symphony, along with the UW Percussion Ensemble, will present "Chamber Music Magic" at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 23, in the Buchanan Center for the Performing Arts concert hall. (UW Photo) The University of Wyoming Wind Symphony, conducted by Matthew Schlomer, and UW Percussion Ensemble, conducted by Andy Wheelock, present "Chamber Music Magic" at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct.  more

WATERTOWN, Massachusetts, Oct. 18 -- Vanasse Hangen Brustlin Inc., a provider of transportation planning, engineering, design, land development and environmental services, issued the following news: * * * VHB collaborated with VDOT on systemic safety projects in their VHSIP. * * * In recent years, the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) shifted its focus for their Virginia Highway Safety Improvement Program--prioritizing low-cost, widely deployed systemic safety improvements over la  more

RICHMOND, Virginia, Oct. 17 -- Virginia Commonwealth University issued the following news: * * * Lao's most recent honor, the junior faculty award, recognizes his work in computational chemistry, which could propel molecular design and drug development. * * * By Sian Wilkerson Ka Un Lao, Ph.D., an assistant professor in the Department of Chemistry in Virginia Commonwealth University's College of Humanities and Sciences, has been recognized by the American Chemical Society's Division of Comp  more

WASHINGTON, Oct. 18 (TNSfact) -- The White House issued the following fact sheet on Oct. 17, 2024: * * * President Biden Announces Over 1 Million Public Service Workers Have Received Student Debt Cancellation Under the Biden-Harris Administration Today, President Biden announced an additional $4.5 billion in student debt cancellation for over 60,000 borrowers through the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program, bringing the number of public service workers who have had their student l  more

BINGHAMTON, New York, Oct. 18 (TNSres) -- Binghamton University issued the following news: * * * Binghamton University School of Management PhD student Sevgi Soylemezgil's first academic paper won a 2024 Hakan Orbay Research Award * * * Biodiversity is the variety of living species -- plants, animals and microorganisms -- that form ecosystems and support essential functions such as pollination, water purification and climate regulation. These services are valued at trillions of dollars globa  more

PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Oct. 18 -- Wyndham Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release: * * * Exclusive development agreement with NILE Hospitality LLP targets 40 hotels open by 2031, fuelled by increased inbound and domestic tourism * * * LONDON (Oct. 17, 2024) - Wyndham Hotels & Resorts has signed an exclusive development agreement with NILE Hospitality LLP to introduce its Microtel by Wyndham brand to India, marking the eighth Wyndham brand to debut in the country. This strategic  more