REDMOND, Washington, Nov. 15 (TNSres) -- Microsoft issued the following news release: * * * Companies invest in launch of Copilot business transformation practice, new capabilities and client training to accelerate and scale gen AI adoption Copilot enables transformation for clients such as Repsol and Bricorama * * * Editor's note -- Nov. 14, 2024 -- The press release below was updated to link to Accenture AI Refinery. * * * NEW YORK and REDMOND, Wash. -- Nov. 14, 2024 -- In a strategic m  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Sen. Maria Cantwell, D-Washington, chairwoman of the Senate Commerce, Science and Transportation Committee, issued the following news release: Nov. 15 marks the third anniversary of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL), a once-in-a-generation investment in America's infrastructure. Since 2021, the investments included in the law have delivered $9.89 billion to transportation infrastructure projects across Washington state. As Chair of the Senate Committee on Commerce,   more

LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Nov. 16 -- The Arkansas Farm Bureau issued the following news release: Farm and ranch leaders from across the state will gather for Arkansas Farm Bureau's 90th annual convention Dec. 4 - 6 at the Hot Springs Convention Center. The event is expected to draw over 1,000 farmers and ranchers and will feature keynote addresses by ArFB President Dan Wright and Dwier Brown, the actor known for his role as John Kinsella in Field of Dreams. The convention will offer professional   more

BIRMINGHAM, England, Nov. 16 (TNSres) -- Aston University issued the following news: * * * * Professor Victor Chang took home the 'Inspirational Individual of the Year' award * It recognises Professor Chang's significant contributions to technology, education and the IT community * Winners were announced during a ceremony in London on 13 November 2024. * * * Professor Victor Chang, a distinguished academic in business analytics at Aston University, has won the prestigious 'Inspirational In  more

NEW SOUTH WALES, Australia, Nov. 16 -- The Australian Recording Industry Association issued the following news on Nov. 15, 2024: Coldplay's Australian tour continues to boost their album sales, with Moon Music jumping from #6 last week to a new peak of #1 on the ARIA Albums Chart. Moon Music reached #2 when it was released early last month, it is Coldplay's eighth #1 album here, following A Rush Of Blood To The Head in 2002, X&Y in 2005, Viva La Vida Or Death And All His Friends in 2008, Mylo  more

MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Nov. 16 -- Baptist Memorial Health Care issued the following news release: HUNTINGDON, Tenn., Nov. 15, 2024 - Baptist Memorial Hospital-Carroll County received its fourth "A" Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group, a national nonprofit watchdog focused on health care safety. "We are incredibly pleased to receive an 'A' from The Leapfrog Group," said Susan Breeden, chief executive officer and administrator of Baptist Carroll County. "This recognition reflects our unwa  more

LYNDHURST, New Jersey, Nov. 16 (TNSres) -- Barnes and Noble, a retailer of content, digital media and educational products, issued the following news release: * * * The bookseller also crowns a Children's Book of the Year and a Gift Book of the Year * * * New York, NY - November 15, 2024 - Barnes & Noble is pleased to announce James by Percival Everett as the winner of the 2024 Barnes & Noble Book of the Year. The bookseller has also chosen to celebrate two additional books, naming Impossibl  more

BOSTON, Massachusetts, Nov. 16 (TNSres) -- Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center issued the following news: * * * Cardiovascular Health in Rural Communities Disproportionately Affected * * * Existing disparities in socioeconomic factors resulted in a U.S. rural population that was more vulnerable to the direct and indirect cardiovascular effects of COVID-19, according to investigators at the Richard A. and Susan F. Smith Center for Outcomes Research at Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center (BI  more

LONDON, England, Nov. 15 -- The British Film Institute issued the following news release on Nov. 14, 2024: * * * * Special guests in venue this month will include writer-director Adam Elliot (MEMOIR OF A SNAIL), the stars of BRIAN AND MAGGIE Steve Coogan and Harriet Walter, and comedian Harry Hill, who will present early shorts made alongside filmmaker David Leister. * Listings for January 2025 are available to download here (https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/h5npyx3tkdbuzzm9w7xka/Listings.pdf?r  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce issued the following news release: CHIPS Investment Incentivizes Creation of Leading-Edge Cluster in Phoenix, Arizona, and Over 20,000 Jobs; and Includes Commitment to Produce A16 Technology Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the U.S. Department of Commerce awarded TSMC Arizona Corporation (TSMC Arizona), a subsidiary of Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company Limited (TSMC), up to $6.6 billion in direct funding under  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Commerce National Telecommunications and Information Administration issued the following news release: * * * $4.8 million for Delaware, $12.7 million for Louisiana, $14.2 million for Missouri, $11.2 million for Oklahoma, $15.8 million for Tennessee, and $9.8 million for Puerto Rico * * * The Department of Commerce's National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) today has approved and recommended for award applications from Del  more

SILVER SPRING, Maryland, Nov. 15 -- The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration issued the following news release: Funding will support remote Alaska communities through the Alaska Fisheries Science Center Indigenous Engagement Program. Today, the Department of Commerce and NOAA announced it will award up to a total of $1 million for seven recommended multi-year projects supporting remote Alaska communities through the Alaska Fisheries Science Center Indigenous Engagement Program. This  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau issued the following news release: The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) today released the annual report of the CFPB Student Loan Ombudsman, highlighting the severe difficulties reported by student borrowers due to persistent loan servicing failures and program disruptions. The report details how millions of student borrowers have received relief through new income-driven repayment plans, cancellation programs, and vario  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- House Majority Leader Steve Scalise, R-Louisiana, issued the following news release: Here's a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week: Education and the Workforce On Friday, November 15, the House passed: * H.R. 8932, the FAFSA Deadline Act (Houchin) The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is designed to make postsecondary education accessible and affordable for students. But under the Biden-Harris administration, the FAFSA   more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 15 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: Emmy(r) Award-winning television host, writer, producer and comedian Conan O'Brien will host the 97th Oscars, Academy CEO Bill Kramer and Academy President Janet Yang announced today. It will be O'Brien's first time hosting the broadcast. "The Oscars" will air live on ABC and broadcast outlets worldwide on Sunday, March 2, 2025, at 7 p.m. EST/4 p.m. PST, with the official live red carpet show airi  more

CRANFIELD, England, Nov. 16 -- Cranfield University issued the following news release: The academic excellence of Cranfield University's researchers is being celebrated with the 2024 Staff and Doctoral Student Publishing Awards. These awards recognise outstanding research contributions published in 2023 and will be presented at our inaugural University seminar in January. A panel of experts from across the University selected the winners based on the criteria of novelty, contribution to knowle  more

PERTH, Australia, Nov. 16 (TNSres) -- Curtin University issued the following news release: Curtin University has announced the winners of its 2024 Research and Engagement Awards, celebrating exceptional research and media engagement. The awards, held on November 14, highlight Curtin's commitment to advancing impactful research that benefits society and the planet. Curtin's Researcher of the Year was awarded to Professor Penelope Hasking from the School of Population Health for her outstanding  more

CHICAGO, Illinois, Nov. 15 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association issued the following news release: Nominations are being accepted through Friday, December 6, 2024, for the 2025 Alan J. Freedman Memorial Leadership Award. Recipients of the NMMA Freedman Award are individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the marine accessories industry through leadership, creativity, and personal motivation. The following are categories for consideration: Marine af  more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 15 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: ABC's Emmy(r) Award-winning late-night talk show, "Jimmy Kimmel Live," airs every weeknight at 11:35 p.m. EST and features a diverse lineup of guests that includes celebrities, athletes, musical acts, comedians and human-interest subjects, along with comedy bits and a house band. The following episodes are scheduled to air the week of Nov. 18-22 (subject to change): Monday, Nov. 18 1. Denzel Wa  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- 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: Shivvers Manufacturing of Wayne County. Throughout this Congress, Ranking Member Ernst plans to recognize a small business in every one of Iowa's 99 counties. "Shivvers Manufacturing's patented grain auger system revolutionized the grain drying process and has equ  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The U.S. Department of Agriculture issued the following news release: Three years ago, on November 15, 2021, President Biden signed the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, making a historic investment in America's infrastructure and competitiveness. Since being signed into law, it has been instrumental in transforming the lives and livelihoods of farmers, ranchers, small businesses and communities nationwide. Through this landmark legislation, the U.S. Department of Agricultu  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- The Federal Labor Relations Authority issued the following decision (Case No. 0-AR-5813) on Nov. 14, 2024: * * * UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE FEDERAL BUREAU OF PRISONS UNITED STATES PENITENTIARY LEAVENWORTH, KANSAS (Agency) and AMERICAN FEDERATION OF GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES LOCAL 919 COUNCIL OF PRISON LOCALS #33 (Union) 0-AR-5813 DECISION November 14, 2024 * * * Before the Authority: Susan Tsui Grundmann, Chairman, and Colleen Duffy Kiko and Anne Wagner,   more

ATLANTA, Georgia, Nov. 16 -- The Georgia Department of Driver Services issued the following news release: Georgia Department of Driver Services (DDS) Commissioner Spencer R. Moore recently announced the receipt of a grant award of $50,025.56 for the period of October 2024 through September 30, 2025 from the Governor's Office of Highway Safety with federal funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. This grant will be used to administer the Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- The Global Environment Facility issued the following news release: As funding the climate challenge takes center stage at COP29 in Azerbaijan, the Global Environment Facility (GEF) has announced the latest winners of its Challenge Program for Adaptation Innovation, with $20 million in grants awarded to projects that will reimagine climate adaptation finance. From initiatives to enhance the adaptive capacity of women entrepreneurs in the agricultural sector through financ  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The General Services Administration issued the following news release: * * * Leadership Award recipients honored during annual Greenbuild conference * * * The General Services Administration (GSA) has been named a recipient of the 2024 Leadership Award for Organizational Excellence by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). GSA is one of six recipients from around the world who are being recognized for using green building and sustainable practices to improve quality  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Jahana Hayes, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release: Today, Congresswoman Jahana Hayes (CT-05) voted to pass H.R. 8932, the FAFSA Deadline Act, which passed the House of Representatives on a bipartisan 381-1 vote. The FAFSA Deadline Act requires the U.S. Department of Education to ensure the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available every year on October 1 so students have access to critical financial information when planning their fut  more

HUNTINGTON, Indiana, Nov. 15 (TNSres) -- Huntington University issued the following news release: * * * Students and faculty presented research at annual gathering of occupational therapists * * * PEORIA, Ariz. -- Huntington University Arizona faculty member Heidi Carpenter, OTD, OTR/L, RYT, has been named the Occupational Therapist of the Year by the Arizona Occupational Therapy Association (ArizOTA). Carpenter, who is a doctoral capstone coordinator and assistant professor in the Doctoral   more

INDIANAPOLIS, Indiana, Nov. 16 -- The Indiana Economic Development Corp. issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: The Indiana Economic Development Corporation joined local and regional officials in Greenfield today to break ground on the Amplify Hancock, a dedicated and cohesive hub for growing the region's skilled talent. The space is being supported by funding from Indiana's Regional Economic Acceleration and Development Initiative (READI). The facility, which was designed by Rat  more

LOS ANGELES, California, Nov. 16 -- The Independent Film and Television Alliance issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: The American Film Market(R) (AFM(R)) concluded its 45th edition on Sunday, November 10, marking its first first-ever show in Las Vegas. The market, which took place at Palms Casino Resort, brought together sales and production companies, buyers, financiers, film commissions, and representatives from every sector of the independent film industry from 87 countries f  more

STAFFORDSHIRE, England, Nov. 16 (TNSres) -- Keele University issued the following news: A professor of psychiatry from Keele University has been commended for his "highly innovative and international" research by an esteemed psychiatry organisation. Professor Saeed Farooq, NIHR Global Research Professor and Professor of Psychiatry and Public Mental Health at Keele, won the prestigious Royal College of Psychiatrists Mid/Senior Career Academic Researcher of the Year Award at the recent RCPsych   more

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 16 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * New ADA-compliant playground will welcome children of all abilities * * * Frio Canyon Park soon will include a new inclusive playground that will provide a comfortable, safe place for park visitors to play and enjoy being outdoors, thanks to a $50,000 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Bandera Electric Cooperative. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along wi  more

AUSTIN, Texas, Nov. 16 -- The Lower Colorado River Authority issued the following news release: * * * New boots, helmets help protect firefighters, enhance community safety * * * The Bergheim Volunteer Fire Department soon will acquire new firefighting helmets and boots to help protect first responders, thanks to a $7,488 grant from the Lower Colorado River Authority and Pedernales Electric Cooperative. The Community Development Partnership Program grant, along with $1,872 in matching funds  more

LOS GATOS, California, Nov. 16 -- Netflix, an Internet television network provider, issued the following news on Nov. 15, 2024: On Thursday 14th November, the Mayor of West Midlands, visited the set of Peaky Blinders at Digbeth Loc. Studios, as part of Netflix's wider investment in the region. Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker said: "The impact Peaky Blinders has had on audiences at home and abroad has been incredible and it has put our region on the international stage. So Netflix's   more

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, Nov. 15 -- The Minnesota Department of Agriculture issued the following news: To expand Minnesotans' access to fresh and culturally appropriate foods, the Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA) has opened applications for its Good Food Access Program (GFAP) Equipment and Physical Improvement Grant. The GFAP grant helps grocery stores and small food retailers purchase equipment or make physical improvements that will allow them to increase the availability of and access   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 14 -- NASA issued the following news release: NASA, on behalf of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), has selected Southwest Research Institute of San Antonio to build three coronagraphs for the Lagrange 1 Series project, part of NOAA's Space Weather Next program. Once operational, the coronagraphs will provide critical data to NOAA's Space Weather Prediction Center, which issues forecasts, warnings, and alerts that help mitigate space weather impacts, i  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- National Geographic Partners, a joint venture between Walt Disney and National Geographic Society, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: * * * Hires Collectively Bring Decades of Media Industry Experience Additional New Hires Span National Geographic's Editorial Operation, Interactive Storytelling Teams * * * National Geographic, the worldwide digital, social and print publisher that elevates innovative storytelling about people, places and projects that  more

PETERBOROUGH, Ontario, Nov. 16 -- Trent University issued the following news release: * * * Cornerstone unveiled at Champlain College honours Anishnaabemowin as original language of the territory * * * Recognizing the Michi Saagiig Anishnaabeg as the traditional inhabitants of the territory on which Trent University sits, and Anishnaabemowin as the original language of this land, a new cornerstone has been installed at Champlain College on the University's Symons Campus in Peterborough. The  more

SANTA CLARA, California, Nov. 16 -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, issued the following news: * * * How Intel and industry partners found a clever way to double the memory bandwidth of standard DRAM modules, unleashing top-end Xeon chips with a plug-and-play solution. * * * While Intel's primary product focus is on the processors, or brains, that make computers work, system memory (that's DRAM) is a critical compone  more

SYRACUSE, New York, Nov. 15 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Each year, Syracuse University hosts the largest MLK Jr. Celebration held on any college campus. As part of the program, several community members who embody the spirit of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. will receive Unsung Hero Awards. The celebration seeks to honor the life and legacy of individuals who exemplify the spirit, life and teachings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. yet have not received widespread recogniti  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- NPR [National Public Radio] issued the following news release: NPR welcomes the election of Sarah Morris to the NPR Board of Directors. Morris, General Manager of KCUR, Kansas City, MO, was elected by the Board to fill an unexpired term vacancy effective January 2, 2025. "It's a privilege to serve on the board of one of the nation's most respected media organizations," said Morris. "NPR's mission to keep the public informed with essential news and information has never   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- The Naval Sea Systems Command issued the following news: Liliana "Lili" Beltran, a lead heavyweight production engineer at Naval Undersea Warfare Center Division, Keyport, was honored as a Technology Rising Star at the 2024 Women of Color Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Conference in Detroit, Michigan, Oct. 3 5. The Technology Rising Star award honors women of color who have made impactful contributions to STEM fields and who help inspire future leaders   more

LOS ANGELES, California, Nov. 16 -- Paul Hastings, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul Hastings LLP Partner Jonathan C. Hamilton advised global telecommunications company Telefonica, S.A. in obtaining a unanimous international arbitration award of $380 million plus interest and costs in a proceeding before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) at the World Bank, as reported in Global Arbitration Review. The high-profile result marks the largest known in  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- President Biden issued the following proclamation on Nov. 15, 2024, honoring American Education Week: * * * During American Education Week, we celebrate the power and promise of our Nation's public education system, which has empowered so many students to realize their full potential regardless of their zip code. We show gratitude for educators and staff, who ensure that our schools are filled with hope and possibilities. And we recommit to ensuring each student, educato  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- President Biden issued the following statement on Nov. 15, 2024, on the final CHIPS and Science Act award for TSMC: * * * Two years ago, shortly after I signed the CHIPS & Science Act, I visited Arizona to announce a commitment by TSMC to invest in America, create American jobs, and shore up American supply chains. On that day, I spoke about how the United States invented semiconductors and used to manufacture nearly 40% of the world's chips, but now makes closer to 10%   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Alma S. Adams, D-North Carolina, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: CHARLOTTE - Today, Congresswoman Alma S. Adams, Ph.D. (NC-12) celebrated two recently-awarded federal grants in her district. Cabarrus Health Alliance (CHA), the public health authority of Cabarrus County, received a $1,000,000 STOP School Violence Program grant from the U.S. Department of Justice. The grant enables CHA to reduce rates of suspension for students targeted for violen  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Robert Garcia, D-California, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: Today, Congressman Robert Garcia (CA-42) announced the United States Department of Justice (DOJ) has awarded over $1.5 million in federal funding to the City of Long Beach to support the Long Beach City Police Department (LBCPD) Body-Worn Camera Expansion Project and to scale up Law Enforcement Assisted Diversion (LEAD), which supports individuals struggling with substance abuse by offer  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Rep. Sylvia Garcia, D-Texas, issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: Today, Congresswoman Sylvia R. Garcia (D-TX-29) proudly announced a $25,359,216 federal grant awarded to the Port of Houston through the Biden-Harris Administration's Port Infrastructure Development Program. Earlier this year, Congresswoman Garcia called for funding to expand the port's grain export capacity and improve flood resilience. Today's award, made possible by the Bipartisan Infrast  more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 15 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: Virginia Tech's Residential Well-being program received an Outstanding Campus Program Award from the National Association of Student Personnel Administrators. Every year, the organization recognizes high-performing teams that embody collaboration in their efforts to support students. Teams are selected for proactive innovation in wellness and health promotion, thorough and creative design, and adapting their programs to   more

LOS ANGELES, California, Nov. 16 -- The Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA) issued the following news release on Nov. 15, 2024: This week, employees of Texas Public Radio in San Antonio delivered a petition to management announcing their intent to form a union with SAG-AFTRA. The petition was signed by a majority of eligible employees who report and produce news, both on-air and online. "We are deeply proud to work for a public radio station th  more

CINCINNATI, Ohio, Nov. 15 [Category: BizMedia] -- The E.W. Scripps, a broadcasting company, issued the following news release: ATLANTA Scripps News, the national news network owned by The E.W. Scripps Company (NASDAQ: SSP), is rolling out a new lineup for its streaming programming on Nov. 18. The new schedule will give viewers crucial daily information, providing live in-depth storytelling on the biggest events across the country. Beginning Monday, Scripps News will continue to bring viewers   more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 16 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: Today, the Department of Commerce announced it has finalized a $6.6 billion award to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) from the CHIPS and Science Act to support the expansion of TSMC's microchip manufacturing facilities in Phoenix, Arizona. This award follows the previously announced preliminary agreement made in April and will also come with approximately $5 billion in loans to support the con  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Sen. Kyrsten Sinema, I-Arizona, issued the following news release: Sinema and Kelly negotiated the CHIPS and Science Act in 2022 historic legislation bringing semiconductor manufacturing back to the U.S., creating strong careers, and strengthening supply chains Sinema's CHIPS and Science Act included the funding to make the CHIPS in America Act operational Arizona Senators Kyrsten Sinema and Mark Kelly announced the finalized $6.6 billion award to Taiwan Semiconductor M  more

WASHINGTON, Nov. 15 -- Rep. Greg Stanton, D-Arizona, issued the following news release: Department of Commerce and TSMC Reach Final Agreement, Securing Major Investment for Arizona's Economy and National Security PHOENIX--Today, the Department of Commerce announced it has finalized a $6.6 billion award to Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) from the CHIPS and Science Act to support the expansion of TSMC's microchip manufacturing facilities in Phoenix, Arizona. This award follow  more

PLYMOUTH, England, Nov. 16 (TNSres) -- The University of Plymouth issued the following news: * * * The awards acknowledge our world-leading microplastics research and work to educate young people about the environment * * * The University of Plymouth has won two Green Gown Awards in recognition of its long-held commitment to sustainability research, education and action. In the Research with Impact - Institution category, the University's success acknowledged more than two decades of ground  more

SWANSEA, Wales, Nov. 16 (TNSres) -- Swansea University issued the following news: Dr Jeff Davies of Swansea University Medical School has been awarded a prestigious Fulbright All Disciplines Scholar Award, which will enable him to conduct research at the world-renowned neuroscience faculty in the Salk Institute in San Diego, California. Dr Davies was selected from a highly competitive pool of applicants to investigate the complex connections between the endocrine, immune, and nervous systems,   more

BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Nov. 15 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news: It takes a village to raise a child, and early childhood educators are an essential part of our communities. They are fundamental in shaping the lives of future generations by providing high-quality education to today's children. As a land-grant university, Virginia Tech recognizes the importance of providing a quality education from the start, especially for the New River Valley (NRV) community, or "village," that the   more

BURBANK, California, Nov. 15 -- ABC, a division of Walt Disney, issued the following news release: With just a few days left until Country Music's Biggest Night(tm), the Country Music Association and ABC will celebrate with a variety of special programming leading into "The 58th Annual CMA Awards," airing Wednesday, Nov. 20 (8:00-11:00 p.m. EST), on ABC and available next day on Hulu. Country Music fans will have a front-row seat to their favorite Country Music stars starting this weekend. "ON  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, Nov. 16 -- The University of Birmingham issued the following news: * * * A methodology developed during an award-winning change programme to modernise government services can be applied in public, private and not-for-profit sectors * * * University of Birmingham Enterprise announces the launch of Mindset Dynamics, a new venture that will help businesses and public sector organisations create human connections and develop bespoke, people-centred approaches to transformati  more

ORONO, Maine, Nov. 16 -- The University of Maine System issued the following news release: * * * Waldo Community Action Partners plans to maintain critical internet connectivity infrastructure and pay $3.06 million for the property, which is above both the appraised value and the offers from the two other respondents * * * A Waldo County nonprofit received the highest score among three proposals to purchase the Hutchinson Center in Belfast, allowing it to move forward to negotiate a sale agr  more

BIRMINGHAM, England, Nov. 13 -- The University of Nottingham issued the following news release: A successful programme to train the next generation of Nottingham bioscientists from the city's two universities has secured pound sterling14 million funding from UK Research and Innovation. (UKRI) The investment will support innovative PhD training in biological sciences for five intakes of students from 2025 from the University of Nottingham and Nottingham Trent University. The funding was part o  more

LAMPETER, Wales, Nov. 16 -- The University of Wales Trinity Saint David issued the following news: The University of Wales Trinity Saint David (UWTSD) is proud to announce the accomplishments of recent graduate Hannah Elwin, whose work experience with the art department on The Gunpowder Siege has contributed to her career's promising start. The TV series, which airs on the Sky HISTORY Channel, tells a compelling historical narrative, and the production's authentic settings across South Wales we  more

WOLVERHAMPTON, England, Nov. 16 -- The University of Wolverhampton issued the following news release: A graduate from the University of Wolverhampton returned to the University to provide a talk on the importance of sustainability and climate change. This year's Crystal Lecture, the 30th lecture held at the University alongside the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), was hosted by 2014 graduate Sadham Zarjahan who studied Mechatronics. Sadham, from Sri Lanka and the CEO at the Internation  more

OLYMPIA, Washington, Nov. 16 -- The Washington State Utilities and Transportation Commission issued the following order (No. UG-240008) on Nov. 15, 2024, by Administrative Law Judge Amy Bonfrisco: * * * WASHINGTON UTILITIES AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION, Complainant, v. CASCADE NATURAL GAS CORPORATION, Respondent. ORDER 04 APPROVING PROPOSED BUDGETS AND FUND GRANTS BACKGROUND 1 On March 29, 2024, Cascade Natural Gas Corporation (Cascade or Company) filed with the Washington Utilities and Tr  more

BUCKHANNON, West Virginia, Nov. 15 -- West Virginia Wesleyan College issued the following news: BUCKHANNON, West Virginia Two alumni who continue to support their alma mater and the work of the Black Student Union on campus at West Virginia Wesleyan College were recognized during a special Homecoming celebration. Angel Riley '99 and Dr. Robbie Quarles '11 received the first annual Sankofa BSU Alumni Awards. Sankofa is a Ghanaian adinkra symbol that means to go back and reclaim your past so yo  more