American University Economist Wisman Issues Q&A on Fulfilling Work and Economic Freedom
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- American University issued the following Q&A on July 16, 2026, involving economist Jon D. Wisman:
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AU Economist Jon D. Wisman Discusses His New Book, Why We Must Work
In this interview, Wisman shares his perspectives on meaningful work, workplace democracy, economic security, and the future of employment
By Patty Housman
What makes work meaningful? In his new book, Why We Must Work: Economic Freedom, Fulfilling Work, and Workplace Democracy (Palgrave Macmillan, 2 more
Binghamton University: Mechanical Engineering Department Celebrates 2025-26 Accomplishments
BINGHAMTON, New York, July 18 (TNSjou) -- Binghamton University issued the following news:
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Mechanical Engineering Department celebrates 2025-26 accomplishments
By Chris Kocher
The summer break at Binghamton University is nearly over, with students returning to campus in just a couple of weeks. The Department of Mechanical Engineering (ME) at the Thomas J. Watson College of Engineering and Applied Science is looking back on its student, faculty, and research accomplishments for 2025-26. more
Brazil's Piaui State to Modernize Fiscal Management With IDB Support
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- The Inter-American Development Bank issued the following news release:
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Brazil's Piaui State to Modernize Fiscal Management with IDB Support
The Board of Executive Directors of the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $53 million investment loan to improve revenue and expenditure management in the Brazilian state of Piaui.
The project, part of the third phase of the IDB-backed PROFISCO program in Brazil, will modernize fiscal management in Piaui, stren more
Del Mar College Foundation and DMC Leadership Honors ArcelorMittal Texas HBI for Scholarship Support and Workforce Development Partnership on July 13
CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas, July 18 -- Del Mar College issued the following news:
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Del Mar College Foundation and DMC leadership honors ArcelorMittal Texas HBI for scholarship support and workforce development partnership on July 13
Plaque unveiling, "ArcelorMittal Millwright Lab" naming recognizing company's investment in students, training programs targeting Coastal Bend's workforce needs
Article by Melinda Eddleman
Their role is important for any employer who has mechanical equipment as more
Early Summer Promotions and Seasonal Events Drive June Retail Spending as Consumer Demand Remains Selective, Reports Circana
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 18 (TNSxrep) -- Circana, a provider of big data, predictive analytics and forward-looking insights that help consumer packaged goods, over-the-counter health care organizations, retailers and media companies, issued the following news release:
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Early Summer Promotions and Seasonal Events Drive June Retail Spending as Consumer Demand Remains Selective, Reports Circana
Early summer deals sparked spending, but delayed back-to-school demand highlights the importance o more
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis: Lower-Income Minnesotans Struggle in Uncertain Economy
MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, July 18 -- The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis issued the following analysis:
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Lower-income Minnesotans struggle in uncertain economy
Contacts at community organizations describe worsening conditions for many households
Article Highlights
- Fewer jobs, resources available for low-income people
- Credit delinquencies and evictions are up
- Community contacts describe high levels of stress
Authors
Juliet Cramer, Associate Data Scientist, Community Developm more
FIS and Anthropic Extend Partnership on Trusted AI for Financial Services
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, July 18 -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release:
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FIS and Anthropic Extend Partnership on Trusted AI for Financial Services
* FIS has joined Project Glasswing, Anthropic's initiative that uses frontier AI to identify and address security vulnerabilities in critical software infrastructure.
* FIS is actively testing Mythos 5, Anthropic's most advanced AI model, using it to scan and evaluate its own systems through Project Glasswing more
IEDA Board Approves Assistance for Four Manufacturers, Three Startups and a Quality-of-Life Project
DES MOINES, Iowa, July 18 -- The Iowa Economic Development Authority issued the following news on July 17, 2026:
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IEDA Board approves assistance for four manufacturers, three startups and a quality-of-life project
Today, the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) Board approved tax credits for four manufacturing companies, which will assist in the creation of 312 jobs and result in $62.9 million in new capital investment for the state. These projects are located in Des Moines, Indepe more
International Center for Law & Economics: EU's Android AI Mandate Could Leave Europeans With Less Choice
PORTLAND, Oregon, July 18 [Category: Economics] -- The International Center for Law and Economics issued the following news:
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EU's Android AI Mandate Could Leave Europeans With Less Choice
BRUSSELS-The European Commission's decision to require Google to give rival AI assistants the same deep access to Android as its Gemini service could leave Europeans with fewer assistants, not more, according to Dirk Auer, director of competition policy at the International Center for Law & Economics ( more
Lafayette College Welcomes New Trustees, Honors Those Elected to Emeritus Status
EASTON, Pennsylvania, July 18 -- Lafayette College issued the following news:
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Lafayette welcomes new trustees, honors those elected to emeritus status
Lafayette welcomes two new members to the Board of Trustees effective July 1
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Returning trustees are joined by Francine Della Badia '91, C-suite executive and adviser; and David MacKnight '94, founder and portfolio manager at One Fin Capital Management LP.
In addition to the election of Harry S. Cherken Jr., Harold N. Kamine '78, P'0 more
Mich. Democratic Party: John James' Family Bought SpaceX Stock As He Oversees Elon Musk's Company
LANSING, Michigan, July 18 -- The Michigan Democratic Party issued the following news release on July 17, 2026:
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John James' Family Bought SpaceX Stock As He Oversees Elon Musk's Company
New reporting today from NOTUS and The Detroit Metro Times uncovers that two-time statewide loser John James and his wife recently bought stock in SpaceX on the day the company went public--raising conflict-of-interest questions as James oversees policy questions that impact SpaceX from his position on t more
MIT Professor Flanigan Leverages Computational Tools to Strengthen Democratic Processes
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, July 18 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Following the questions where they lead
Assistant Professor Bailey Flanigan has arrived at complex computational methods for helping democracy thrive.
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Ever since she was a child playing on her family's farmland in Wisconsin, Bailey Flanigan was guided by her own selective, yet wide-ranging, curiosity. Describing her young self as spirited and a bit unruly, she directed her ener more
Penn College Showcases Education Model, Student Success to Penn State Trustees
WILLIAMSPORT, Pennsylvania, July 18 -- The Pennsylvania College of Technology issued the following news:
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Penn College showcases education model, student success to Penn State trustees
During the Penn State Board of Trustees' visit to Pennsylvania College of Technology July 16-17, President Michael J. Reed showcased the college's unique and successful model of applied technology education.
"Our mission is to inspire and prepare the next generation with industry-focused, real-world expe more
Qualcomm Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
SAN DIEGO, California, July 18 -- Qualcomm, a developer and innovator of advanced wireless technologies, products and services, issued the following news release:
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Qualcomm Announces Quarterly Cash Dividend
Qualcomm Incorporated (NASDAQ: QCOM) today announced a quarterly cash dividend of $0.92 per common share, payable on September 24, 2026, to stockholders of record at the close of business on September 3, 2026.
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About Qualcomm
Qualcomm is a global computing leader at the center more
TAMIU Prof. Named A&M System Research Fund Recipient for Supply Chain Study
LAREDO, Texas, July 18 -- Texas A&M International University, a member of the Texas A&M University System, issued the following news release:
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TAMIU Prof. Named A&M System Research Fund Recipient for Supply Chain Study
A Texas A&M International University (TAMIU) faculty member was recently named a recipient of a Research Excellence Fund awarded by the Texas A&M University System.
Dr. Miguel Gaston Cedillo-Campos, assistant professor of Business, in the TAMIU A.R. Sanchez, Jr. School of more
Tuskegee University Dean Named to National Fellowship for Educator-preparation Leaders
TUSKEGEE, Alabama, July 18 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news:
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Tuskegee University dean named to national fellowship for educator-preparation leaders
Crystal Drake
Dr. Brooke A. Burks '00, Dean of the School of Education, at Tuskegee University, has been named an Impact Academy fellow through national non-profit organization Deans for Impact (DFI). Dr. Burks joins a cohort of leaders chosen for their commitment to strengthening educator preparation and ensuring future more
Tuskegee University's Renaissance Era Ushers in New Fall 2026 Academic Programs
TUSKEGEE, Alabama, July 18 -- The Tuskegee University posted the following news:
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Tuskegee University's Renaissance Era Ushers in New Fall 2026 Academic Programs
Programs in cybersecurity, health sciences, nuclear engineering, and sport management address emerging national and global workforce needs
Crystal Drake
Tuskegee University is expanding its academic offerings with the launch of four new programs in this fall, reinforcing the institution's commitment to innovation, global workf more
University of Cincinnati: DAAP Advances a Strategic Framework for AI Literacy in the Creative Disciplines
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 18 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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DAAP advances a strategic framework for AI literacy in the creative disciplines
Faculty-led initiative builds a culture of peer learning and responsible AI practice
By Claudia Rebola, rebolacb@ucmail.uc.edu
Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the creative professions, reshaping how designers, architects, artists and planners generate ideas, visualize concepts and solve complex problems. Re more
University of Cincinnati: How Ryan Newman is Using AI to Assist in Design Thinking
CINCINNATI, Ohio, July 18 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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How Ryan Newman is using AI to assist in design thinking
By Claudia Rebola, rebolacb@ucmail.uc.edu
UC professor Ryan Newman is integrating AI-driven technology into the classroom to help students turn their ideas into innovation. As artificial intelligence reshapes industries around the world, Newman is exploring how it can be used to transform the way students think about the design process and develo more
University of Houston Professor Uses Artificial Intelligence to Make Roads Safer
HOUSTON, Texas, July 18 (TNSjou) -- The University of Houston issued the following news:
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UH Professor Uses Artificial Intelligence to Make Roads Safer
Study Helps Identify Roadway Segments Where Pavement or Roadway Conditions May Be Linked to Higher Crash Risk
By Laurie Fickman -- (713) 743-8454, lafickman@uh.edu
Key Takeaways
* A University of Houston engineer is using artificial intelligence, specifically large language models, to bring together roadway crash data.
* The Texas Dep more
University of New Hampshire School of Law: Bystander Videos are 'Fundamentally Changing How the News is Made'
CONCORD, New Hampshire, July 18 -- The University of New Hampshire School of Law issued the following news:
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Bystander videos are 'fundamentally changing how the news is made'
A Justice & Journalism discussion on the challenges of navigating the onrush of online information
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While covering the Minneapolis ICE protests in January, NPR reporter Jasmine Garsd learned of a shooting incident and rushed to the scene where ICE Agents had killed Alex Pretti. A video of the fatal shooting, tak more
ACC-RIA strengthens industry partnerships to accelerate Army modernization
REDSTONE ARSENAL, Alabama, July 17 -- The U.S. Army Contracting Command posted the following news:
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ACC-RIA strengthens industry partnerships to accelerate Army modernization
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ROCK ISLAND ARSENAL, Ill.- Army Contracting Command-Rock Island Arsenal recently supported a series of dynamic industry engagements, reinforcing its commitment to strengthening the national defense industrial base and accelerating acquisition reform. Through a series of targeted events in March and June 2026, ACC more
AI in Action - NPS Marine Develops "Odyssey" to Manage Complex Projects, Tackle Workload
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Naval Postgraduate School posted the following news:
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AI in Action -- NPS Marine Develops "Odyssey" to Manage Complex Projects, Tackle Workload
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When Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) computer science student U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Kyle Hicks heard a fellow research team member vent about the difficulty of coordinating the complex, interconnected efforts of their project, he didn't blink an eye. Rather, through his own initiative, Hicks built an artificial int more
Angela Zhang speaks on US, China interconnectedness at World Economic Forum
LOS ANGELES, California, July 17 -- The University of Southern California Gould School of Law posted the following news:
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Angela Zhang speaks on US, China interconnectedness at World Economic Forum
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USC Gould School of Law Professor Angela Zhang participated in a panel discussion during the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland. The Jan. 21 panel, titled "US and China: Where Will They Land?", addressed the interconnectedness of the two countries despite ongoing frictions. Panelist more
Artificial Intelligence & Biosecurity Issues Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13269) by Science and Technology Policy analyst Todd Kuiken:
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Artificial Intelligence and Biosecurity Issues
Artificial intelligence (AI) is a term generally used to refer to computerized systems that work and react in ways commonly thought to require human intelligence. AI technologies, methodologies, and applications may benefit biological science research and developmen more
Barrett, Beyer, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Require Human Oversight Over Autonomous And AI Weapons
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, issued the following news release:
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Barrett, Beyer, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Bill To Require Human Oversight Over Autonomous And AI Weapons
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Washington, D.C. - Today, Congressmen Tom Barrett (MI-07), Don Beyer (VA-08), and Sara Jacobs (CA-51) introduced the Human Authority over Autonomous Weapons Act ( H.R. 9729 ) to ensure that no autonomous or artificial intelligence-enabled weapon system used by the United States military can c more
Bayer and Henry Ford Health Announce Strategic Research Partnership to Expand Patient Access to Clinical Trials
WHIPPANY, New Jersey, July 17 [Category: BizPharmaceuticals] -- Bayer USA, an enterprise with core competencies in the life science fields of health care and nutrition, posted the following news:
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Bayer and Henry Ford Health Announce Strategic Research Partnership to Expand Patient Access to Clinical Trials
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Henry Ford Health selected as one of only four U.S. academic health systems in Bayer's strategic research network
DETROIT, MI. and WHIPPANY, NJ (July 2026) - Bayer, a global lif more
Beyer, Barrett, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring Human Control Over Autonomous Weapons
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Don Beyer, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Beyer, Barrett, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring Human Control Over Autonomous Weapons
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Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), Congressman Tom Barrett (R-MI), and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-CA) introduced the Human Authority over Autonomous Weapons Act to ensure that no autonomous or artificial intelligence-enabled weapon system used by the United States military can carry out an intentiona more
Beyer, Barrett, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring Human Control Over Autonomous Weapons
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Sara Jacobs, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Beyer, Barrett, Jacobs Introduce Bipartisan Legislation Requiring Human Control Over Autonomous Weapons
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Congressman Don Beyer (D-VA), Congressman Tom Barrett (R-MI), and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs (D-CA) introduced the Human Authority over Autonomous Weapons Act to ensure that no autonomous or artificial intelligence-enabled weapon system used by the United States military can carry out an intent more
Digital backbone emphasized in Fiscal 2027 Annual Guidance
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSrpt) -- The Defense Logistics Agency issued the following news:
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Digital backbone emphasized in Fiscal 2027 Annual Guidance
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FORT BELVOIR, Va. - The Defense Logistics Agency's newly released Annual Guidance for fiscal year 2027 outlines a push to modernize the agency by building a unified "digital backbone" while continuing to sustain global military operations.
The guidance from DLA Director Army Lt. Gen. Mark Simerly continues to prioritize setting the agency more
Equipment Leasing & Finance Association: Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Unchanged in July
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- The Equipment Leasing and Finance Association issued the following news release:
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Equipment Finance Industry Confidence Unchanged in July
The Equipment Leasing & Finance Association (ELFA) today released its July 2026 Monthly Confidence Index for the Equipment Finance Industry (MCI), revealing confidence in the equipment finance market is 63.7, unchanged from the June index. The index provides a qualitative assessment from key executives in the $1.3 trillion equipm more
Feinstein Institutes Technology That Restores Movement and Sensation After Paralysis Featured in Nature Medicine
NEW HYDE PARK, New York, July 17 -- Northwell Health issued the following news release:
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Feinstein Institutes technology that restores movement and sensation after paralysis featured in Nature Medicine
Three-year clinical trial demonstrates 'double neural bypass' system rewires the nervous system to enable lasting recovery in severe spinal cord injury
Nature Medicine today featured on its cover the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research findings demonstrating that its "double neural more
Financial Economist Ryan Williams Joins Cornerstone Research as Principal in London
SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 17 -- Cornerstone Research, a provider of economic and financial analysis in commercial litigation and regulatory proceedings, issued the following news release:
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Financial Economist Ryan Williams Joins Cornerstone Research as Principal in London
A valuation expert with deep experience across academia, consulting, industry, and the regulatory process, Dr Williams brings a cross-disciplinary lens to a wide range of economic, financial, and technology issues more
Hawley Demands Accountability from Meta for Retaliatory Lawfare Treatment of Whistleblower
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Josh Hawley, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Hawley Demands Accountability from Meta for Retaliatory Lawfare Treatment of Whistleblower
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WASHINGTON -U.S. Senator Josh Hawley (R-Mo.) sent a letter to Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg regarding his company's vile treatment of whistleblower Sarah Wynn-Williams. Ms. Wynn-Williams testified to Senator Hawley's subcommittee last year that Meta worked with the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) to silence CCP cri more
Hearing Wrap Up: Digital Identity Verification Helps Stop Fraud Before It Starts
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. James Comer, R-Kentucky, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Committee, posted the following news release on July 16, 2026:
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Hearing Wrap Up: Digital Identity Verification Helps Stop Fraud Before It Starts
Yesterday, the Subcommittee on Government Operations held a hearing on "Emerging Fraud Threats and the Evolving Fraud Landscape." During the hearing, members examined the use and effectiveness of digital identity verification platforms to c more
IBEX 2026 Announces Expanded Education Lineup
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 17 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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IBEX 2026 Announces Expanded Education Lineup
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IBEX announced this week an expanded educational program for 2026, offering more technical training, industry collaboration, and professional development opportunities for marine professionals. IBEX returns to the Tampa Convention Center Oct. 6-8.
The enhanced lineup includes:
* Future-focused technical more
Immigration Legislation & Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49032) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Immigration Legislation and Issues in the 119th Congress."
The report is written by immigration policy specialists Jill H. Wilson, Holly Straut-Eppsteiner, Andorra Bruno, William A. Kandel, Abigail F. Kolker and Audrey Singer.
Here are excerpts:
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This report discusses immigration-related bills that have received congressional action in the 119th Congr more
Intel-Powered Medical Exoskeleton Helps Patients Get Back on Their Feet
SANTA CLARA, California, July 17 [Category: BizElectronic Products] -- Intel, an industry that says it creates world-changing technology that enables progress and enriches lives, issued the following news:
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Intel-Powered Medical Exoskeleton Helps Patients Get Back on Their Feet
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People with lower-limb injuries who cannot stand or walk often need intensive clinical rehabilitation and expert-guided physiotherapy.
This medical care retrains the limbs and supports the brain's ability to more
International Center for Law and Economics: EU's Android AI Mandate Could Leave Europeans With Less Choice
PORTLAND, Oregon, July 17 -- The International Center for Law and Economics issued the following news:
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EU's Android AI Mandate Could Leave Europeans With Less Choice
Dirk Auer
The European Commission's decision to require Google to give rival AI assistants the same deep access to Android as its Gemini service could leave Europeans with fewer assistants, not more, according to Dirk Auer, director of competition policy at the International Center for Law & Economics (ICLE).
The problem more
Japanese boxing delegation explores cooperation opportunities with IBA during visit to Russia
LAUSANNE, Switzerland, July 17 [Category: Sports] -- The International Boxing Association issued the following news:
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Japanese boxing delegation explores cooperation opportunities with IBA during visit to Russia
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From 11 to 16 July, the International Boxing Association (IBA), together with the Russian Boxing Federation, welcomed a delegation of representatives from the Japanese boxing community to Moscow and Saint Petersburg for a series of high-level meetings and site visits aimed at more
KU Kudos: Faculty and staff achievements, July 2026
LAWRENCE, Kansas, July 17 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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KU Kudos: Faculty and staff achievements, July 2026
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It's time to celebrate Jayhawk colleagues' achievements: KU News Service accepted submissions and combed websites, social media and newsletters for recent external honors and awards for current faculty and staff at the Lawrence, Edwards and Medical Center campuses and affiliates.
Elizabeth Ablah, professor of population health at the School of Medicine more
Lankford, Coons Introduce Bill to Help Unemployed Workers Start Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. James Lankford, R-Oklahoma, issued the following news release:
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Lankford, Coons Introduce Bill to Help Unemployed Workers Start Small Businesses
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OKLAHOMA CITY, OK -US Senators James Lankford (R-OK), Chris Coons (D-DE), and Jon Husted (R-OH) introduced the New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency (NO BOSS) Act recently, legislation that would modernize the Self-Employment Assistance (SEA) program so that laid off workers can more easily more
Lehigh University: Supply Chain Experts See Surge in Risk of Transportation Disruption in 3rd Quarter
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, July 17 -- Lehigh University posted the following news:
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Supply Chain Experts See Surge in Risk of Transportation Disruption in 3rd Quarter
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The results of the Lehigh Business Supply Chain Risk Management Index for the 3rd quarter of 2026 show a significant impact from the U.S.-Iran war, the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the resulting spike in fuel and diesel prices.
Transportation Disruption Risk surged almost 16 points from last quarter. "This surge v more
Modeled After Iowa Law, Rep. Miller-Meeks Introduces Bill to Shield Kids from Predatory AI
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Mariannette Miller-Meeks, R-Iowa, issued the following news release:
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Modeled After Iowa Law, Rep. Miller-Meeks Introduces Bill to Shield Kids from Predatory AI
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IOWA -Congresswoman Mariannette Miller-Meeks, M.D. (IA-01) has introduced the Conversational AI Services Act, federal legislation to protect children and teenagers from the unique psychological risks posed by generative AI chatbots. The bill is modeled directly after Iowa's SF 2417, signed into law more
Morgan State University Launches Artificial Intelligence Degree to Prepare Students for the Next Era of Innovation
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 17 -- Morgan State University posted the following news release:
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Morgan State University Launches Artificial Intelligence Degree to Prepare Students for the Next Era of Innovation
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New Undergraduate Program and Interdisciplinary Risk Management Course Expand Career-Ready Offerings Aligned With the Future of Work and the Demands of an AI-Driven Economy
BALTIMORE -Recognizing that artificial intelligence is rapidly redefining industries, occupations and the more
N.C. A&T to Host Statewide Economics and Personal Finance Institute for Educators
GREENSBORO, North Carolina, July 17 -- North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University posted the following news:
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N.C. A&T to Host Statewide Economics and Personal Finance Institute for Educators
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EAST GREENSBORO, N.C. (July 17, 2026) - The Department of Economics in the Willie A. Deese College of Business and Economics at North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University will host the North Carolina Council on Economic Education's (NCCEE) Economics and Personal Fi more
National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget & Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48946) on July 14, 2026, entitled "National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget and Policy Issues - In Brief" by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is a semiautonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). NNSA is responsible for m more
New York Imposes a Data Center Moratorium
WASHINGTON, July 17 [Category: Energy] -- The Institute for Energy Research posted the following commentary:
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New York Imposes a Data Center Moratorium
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Key Takeaways
1 New York Governor Hochul imposed the first state moratorium on data center construction, which will supposedly last up to a year while standards are developed for their construction and their environmental impact is assessed.
2 New York lags far behind Virginia and Texas in data centers, as it has higher electricity more
Pearson Revibe Wins CODiE Award for Helping Students Focus and Learn
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, July 17 [Category: BizEducation] -- Pearson Education issued the following news release:
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Pearson Revibe Wins CODiE Award for Helping Students Focus and Learn
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HOBOKEN, N.J. -July 17, 2026- Pearson (FTSE: PSON.L) has won a 2026 CODiE Award for Pearson Revibe (r), its AI-powered wearable that helps students build focus and attention-foundational skills for learning. Revibe was named Be more
Pulitzer Center Issues Commentary: Tough Questions the World Cup Will Not Answer
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Pulitzer Center, an organization that says it combines journalism and engagement, posted the following commentary by staffer Gabriela Brenes:
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Tough Questions the World Cup Will Not Answer
It's not about Messi or Mbappe. It's about looking inward.
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I was about 5 months old the first time my dad took me to a stadium for an amateur local football game. I was 10 months old the first time we walked into The Cave--"La Cueva" in Spanish--to cheer for our beloved Depor more
Researcher Daniel Gonzales receives grants to enhance brain-computer interfaces
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, July 17 -- Vanderbilt University School of Engineering posted the following news:
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Researcher Daniel Gonzales receives grants to enhance brain-computer interfaces
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Daniel Gonzales, assistant professor of biomedical engineering at Vanderbilt University, has received two prestigious grants-including an R21 from the National Institutes of Health to support early-stage, exploratory research-that will be used to improve the performance of brain-computer interfaces.
G more
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49031) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act: Project Status and Considerations for Congress" by Yong W. Kwon, industrial organization and business policy analyst:
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SUMMARY
Integrated circuits on silicon semiconductors - commonly called semiconductor microchips or "chips" - are components in electronic devices that perform functions such more
Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49031) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Semiconductor Fabrication Facilities Funded by the CHIPS Act - Project Status and Considerations for Congress:"
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Considerations for Congress
Congress may look to evaluate implementation progress to date and weigh policy options regarding existing or potential future incentives programs and policies. FY2026 is the last year more
Senate Health, Education, Labor & Pensions Chairman Cassidy Delivers Remarks During Confirmation Hearing on Nomination for Secretary of Labor
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Bill Cassidy, R-Louisiana, chairman of the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee, issued the following news on July 16, 2026:
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Chairman Cassidy Delivers Remarks During Confirmation Hearing on Nomination for Secretary of Labor
U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Chairman of the U.S. Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, delivered remarks during today's confirmation hearing for the nomination of Keith Sonderling to more
Senator Marshall Joins Colleagues in Calling for Senate Vote on Comprehensive Anti-Fraud Package
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Roger Marshall, R-Kansas, issued the following news release:
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Senator Marshall Joins Colleagues in Calling for Senate Vote on Comprehensive Anti-Fraud Package
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Washington - U.S. Senator Roger Marshall, M.D. (R-Kansas), joined Senator Joni Ernst (R-Iowa) and Senate Republican colleagues in calling on the Senate to take up the Protecting American Taxpayers Act, a comprehensive package of anti-fraud reforms that would recover taxpayer dollars, prevent future fr more
Senators Schmitt, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans from Harmful Online Search Monopolies
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release:
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Senators Schmitt, Klobuchar Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Protect Americans from Harmful Online Search Monopolies
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Follows Schmitt's Win Against Big Tech Monopoly as Missouri AG
U.S. SENATE -U.S. Senators Eric Schmitt (R-MO) and Amy Klobuchar (D-MN) introduced the bipartisan Securing Enforcement of Americans' Right to Competition at Home (SEARCH) Act to prevent large search engines from blocking more
Six KU faculty members selected for 2026-27 Big 12 Faculty Fellowship
LAWRENCE, Kansas, July 17 -- The University of Kansas posted the following news:
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Six KU faculty members selected for 2026-27 Big 12 Faculty Fellowship
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LAWRENCE -Six University of Kansas faculty members have been selected to participate in the Big 12 Faculty Fellowship program during the 2026-27 academic year.
The program allows tenured and tenure-track faculty on the KU Lawrence campus to expand their research connections within the Big 12 Conference through a variety of scholarly more
Subcommittee Chairman Sessions Opens Hearing on Using ID Verification to Combat Evolving Fraud Landscape
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Pete Sessions, R-Texas, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Government Operations, issued the following news release on July 15, 2026:
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Sessions Opens Hearing on Using ID Verification to Combat Evolving Fraud Landscape
Subcommittee on Government Operations Chairman Pete Sessions (R-Texas) delivered opening remarks at today's hearing titled "Emerging Fraud Threats and the Evolving Fraud Landscape." In his statement, Subcommitte more
Survey Findings Point to Technology as the Key to Power Grid Resilience
WASHINGTON, July 17 [Category: BizIndustrial Materials] -- Siemens USA, a technology company that say it focuses on industry, infrastructure, transport and healthcare, posted the following news release:
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Survey Findings Point to Technology as the Key to Power Grid Resilience
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Siemens' Infrastructure Transition Monitor 2025 finds that energy security is now the top global priority alongside continued clean energy investment. Digital technologies such as AI, smart grids, and autonomous g more
UK researcher developing robot to grow healthier tomatoes
LEXINGTON, Kentucky, July 17 -- The University of Kentucky issued the following news:
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UK researcher developing robot to grow healthier tomatoes
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As greenhouse agriculture continues to expand to meet growing food demands, researchers at the University of Kentucky are developing new technologies to produce healthier crops more efficiently, while also reducing the time and labor required to grow them.
Biyun Xie, Ph.D., associate professor in the Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engi more
ALA Council adopts Guidance on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
CHICAGO, Illinois, July 16 [Category: Libraries] -- The American Library Association posted the following news release:
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ALA Council adopts Guidance on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Libraries
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CHICAGO - The American Library Association (ALA) Council has adopted " Guidance on the Use of Artificial Intelligence in Libraries," a new resource designed to help libraries develop and revise policies for the ethical, human-centered use of artificial intelligence.
Developed by ALA's 3 more
Chancellor Karrie G. Dixon Named to U.S. Black Chambers' 2026 Power 50 "Women of Influence" Class
DURHAM, North Carolina, July 16 -- North Carolina Central University issued the following news:
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Chancellor Karrie G. Dixon Named to U.S. Black Chambers' 2026 Power 50 "Women of Influence" Class
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North Carolina Central University (NCCU) Chancellor Karrie G. Dixon has been named to the 2026 Power 50 "Women of Influence" class by U.S. Black Chambers Inc. (USBC), recognizing her vision and commitment to expanding opportunities for students, communities and future leaders.
Presented by A more
Cirque du Soleil 'Auana Brings Olelo Hawai`i to Global Audiences with Debut Original Soundtrack
HONOLULU, Hawaii, July 16 [Category: BizTravel] -- Outrigger Hospitality Group posted the following news release:
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Cirque du Soleil 'Auana Brings Olelo Hawai`i to Global Audiences with Debut Original Soundtrack
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BMG and Cirque du Soleil to release the 16-track original soundtrack on July 17; the lead single "Kele ka Moana" is available now
HONOLULU, HI - (July 16, 2026) - The music of Cirque du Soleil's acclaimed Hawai`i resident production, `Auana, will soon reach audiences around t more
Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, Care Can't Wait Action to Unveil New Polling on Care Affordability at July 21st Briefing
BELLEVUE, Washington, July 16 [Category: Sociological] -- MomsRising, an online and on-the-ground organization of more than one million mothers and their families, posted the following news release:
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Congresswoman Suzan DelBene, Care Can't Wait Action to Unveil New Polling on Care Affordability at July 21st Briefing
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Open-to-press briefing will feature new multi-district polling on voters' views of care affordability and what it means for Congress and families from frontline districts more
EU's Latest Action Against Google Is a Harmful Expansion of DMA, Says ITIF
WASHINGTON, July 16 [Category: Computer Technology]-- The Information Technology and Innovation Foundation posted the following news release:
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EU's Latest Action Against Google Is a Harmful Expansion of DMA, Says ITIF
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WASHINGTON-Following the European Commission's issuance of two binding specification measures requiring Google to give third-party AI assistants equal access to key Android features and to share with third-party rivals, including AI chatbots, the same user data it uses t more
GE Aerospace to Spotlight Future of Flight at Farnborough International Airshow 2026
EVENDALE, Ohio, July 16 [Category: BizAerospace] -- 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:
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GE Aerospace to Spotlight Future of Flight at Farnborough International Airshow 2026
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Company to Bring Aircraft to Show for First Time in Nearly 40 Years
FARNBOROUGH, England - July 16, 2026 - GE Aerospace (NYSE: GE) will showcase its commitment to more
GitLab 19.2 Brings Governed Agentic Automation to Clear the Backlog AI Coding Creates
SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 16 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- GitLab, an AI-powered development, security and operations platform for software innovation, posted the following news release:
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GitLab 19.2 Brings Governed Agentic Automation to Clear the Backlog AI Coding Creates
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* Dependency Scanning Auto-Remediation, now in public beta, shrinks the security backlog without diverting developers to upgrade vulnerable dependencies and fixing breaking changes in new code.
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Idaho State University Expands Artificial Intelligence Education with Two Career-Focused Programs and New Student Scholarships
POCATELLO, Idaho, July 16 -- Idaho State University posted the following news:
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Idaho State University Expands Artificial Intelligence Education with Two Career-Focused Programs and New Student Scholarships
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Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping industries ranging from cybersecurity and manufacturing to digital media and entertainment. To prepare students for this evolving workforce, Idaho State University's College of Technology is expanding opportunities to learn and apply AI more
Meet the pros: Andrew Gautreaux
NEW ORLEANS, Louisiana, July 16 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Entergy posted the following news release:
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Meet the pros: Andrew Gautreaux
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Meet Andrew Gautreaux, a project manager located at River Bend Station in Killona, Louisiana, who recently joined the data strategy and innovation team.
For Gautreaux, joining the team is a step towards helping reshape how teams access and use information to improve equipment reliability.
Gautreaux stated his 12 years in process automation and six year more
Neel Guha: Exploring the Intersection of Law and AI
NEW YORK, July 16 -- The Columbia Law School posted the following news:
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Neel Guha: Exploring the Intersection of Law and AI
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Neel Guha 's interest in law and AI stems from a fascination with computer science. "I'm from Silicon Valley, grew up around technology, and had a front-row seat to its incredible development over the past 25 years," he says. "I always knew I wanted to do something involving computer science with my life."
But while earning a B.S. in computer science at Stanfo more
New York Governor Hochul's Data Center Moratorium Omits Stronger Climate Provisions of Legislature's Version
WASHINGTON, July 16 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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New York Governor Hochul's Data Center Moratorium Omits Stronger Climate Provisions of Legislature's Version
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WASHINGTON -New York Governor Kathy Hochul on Tuesday signed a one-year moratorium on hyperscale data centers, the first statewide moratorium in the country. Now state agencies are tasked with putting together the regulatory guidelines to "protect ratepayers, the environment, the ene more
Retiree Organization Condemns Senate Failure to End the "WISeR" Medicare AI Pilot Program
WASHINGTON, July 16 [Category: Sociological] -- The Alliance for Retired Americans posted the following news release:
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Retiree Organization Condemns Senate Failure to End the "WISeR" Medicare AI Pilot Program
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The following statement was issued by Richard Fiesta, Executive Director of the Alliance for Retired Americans, following the Senate vote on the Congressional Review Act resolution to overturn the WISeR pilot program. Earlier this week, the Alliance sent a letter to every senator more
Statement of Support: Senate Introduction of the "New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act" (NO BOSS Act)
WASHINGTON, July 16 [Category: Business] -- The Small Business and Entrepreneurship Council issued the following news release:
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Statement of Support: Senate Introduction of the "New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act" (NO BOSS Act)
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The following statement of support for the introduction of the "New Opportunities for Business Ownership and Self-Sufficiency Act" (NO BOSS Act) in the U.S. Senate may be attributed to Small Business & Entrepreneurship Council (SB more
Strengthening Original Medicare
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 16 -- The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services issued the following news release:
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Strengthening Original Medicare
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By Center for Medicare
The Center for Medicare oversees the $1.2 trillion Medicare program that cares for roughly 70 million Americans and influences the healthcare system for everyone. Our work has traditionally been divided among Original Medicare (OM), which encompasses Parts A and B, and o more
The New Economics of AI: Faculty Join Forces for a Competitive Advantage
BALTIMORE, Maryland, July 16 -- The University of Baltimore posted the following news:
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The New Economics of AI: Faculty Join Forces for a Competitive Advantage
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In Their Own Words
"Knowledge That Works" is more than a UBalt tagline-it's the driving force behind everything The University of Baltimore stands for and everyone we serve. Through our faculty's insights and expertise, we invite you to explore what that knowledge looks like in action.
Professor of Accounting Mikhail Pevzn more
Tuberculosis drug discovery gets smarter with AI at Texas A&M AgriLife
AUSTIN, Texas, July 16 -- Texas A&M University, a component of the public university system in Texas, posted the following news from its agriculture program:
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Tuberculosis drug discovery gets smarter with AI at Texas A&M AgriLife
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When researchers screen potential tuberculosis drugs, they often end up with too many options. Some look promising but later prove to be costly dead ends.
"We might get thousands of compounds from a screen and then have to decide, which one are we going to more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Benefit Reductions to Participants in Delphi Pension Plans Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12171) on June 30, 2026, by income security specialist John J. Topoleski:
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Benefit Reductions to Participants in Delphi Pension Plans
Introduction
Delphi Technologies is a parts and components supplier to automakers that was spun off from General Motors (GM) in 1999. In May 2009, Delphi's pension plans were terminated, and responsibility for the payment of plan participant more
Cambodia - Background & U.S. Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10238) by foreign affairs analyst William Piekos.
Here are excerpts:
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Cambodia: Background and U.S. Relations
Cambodia, with a population of 17 million, is one of the younger and poorer countries in Southeast Asia. U.S.-Cambodia relations have been complicated since the Vietnam War, during which the United States extensively bombed the country. Following a civil war and th more
Deduction for Overtime Compensation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13263) by public finance analyst Brendan McDermott:
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The Deduction for Overtime Compensation
Introduction
Federal law generally requires workers to pay individual income taxes and payroll taxes on their earned income. The 2025 reconciliation law (P.L. 119-21) created a new income tax deduction of up to $12,500 ($25,000 for those married filing jointly) for certain overtim more
Fair Labor Standards Act Child Labor Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44548) entitled "The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Child Labor Provisions" by labor policy specialist Sarah A. Donovan and legislative attorney Jon O. Shimabukuro.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) of 1938 prohibits the employment of "oppressive child labor" in the United States, which the act defines - with some exceptions - as the employment of youth und more
Fair Labor Standards Act Child Labor Provisions Topic of White Paper From CRS (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R44548) entitled "The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) Child Labor Provisions:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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Employment of Children in Agriculture
Three exemptions to the FLSA child labor provisions create separate minimum age thresholds and hazardous occupations rules for children employed in agriculture./45
Minimum Age for Employment in Agriculture
With some exceptions, the minimum a more
FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure & Communities - Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12609) on June 30, 2026, by Diane P. Horn, flood insurance and emergency management specialist.
Here are excerpts:
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FEMA's Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC): Recent Developments
This Insight provides a brief summary of developments related to the Building Resilient Infrastructure and Communities (BRIC) grant program in 2025 and 2026. BRIC funding repr more
Mullin V. Al Otro Lado - Supreme Court Determines That "Metering" Policy Is Lawful Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11443) on June 30, 2026, by legislative attorney Hillel R. Smith:
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Mullin v. Al Otro Lado: Supreme Court Determines That "Metering" Policy Is Lawful
On June 25, 2026, the Supreme Court in Mullin v. Al Otro Lado ruled that an alien seeking to enter the United States at a port of entry but stopped on the Mexican side of the U.S.-Mexico border by a U.S. immigration offic more
National Park Service - FY2027 Appropriations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13262) by natural resources policy specialist Laura B. Comay.
Here are excerpts:
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National Park Service: FY2027 Appropriations
The National Park Service (NPS) administers the National Park System, which includes 433 units valued for their natural, cultural, and recreational importance. System lands cover 81 million federal acres and 4 million nonfederal acres. As part of t more
Personal Responsibility & Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13261) on June 30, 2026, by social policy specialist Gene Falk.
Here are excerpts:
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The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996
Introduction
The Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 (PRWORA, P.L. 104-193), also known as the 1996 welfare reform law, was enacted 30 years ago. Leading up to its passage, debat more
Private Investment Markets - Overview & Retail Investor Access Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13260) on June 30, 2026, by financial economics specialist Eva Su.
Here are excerpts:
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Private Investment Markets: Overview and Retail Investor Access
Private investments - also referred to as alternative investments or private capital - are investments generally available only to accredited investors. Such investments include private securities offerings in non-publicly t more
Seabed Mining on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf - Background & Recent Developments Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13226) by natural resources policy specialists Caitlin Keating-Bitonti and Laura B. Comay.
Here are excerpts:
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Seabed Mining on the U.S. Outer Continental Shelf: Background and Recent Developments
As part of a national effort to secure reliable supplies of critical minerals, President Trump issued Executive Order (E.O.) 14285 of April 24, 2025, "Unleashing America's Offsho more
Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962 Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13006) by international trade and finance specialist Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962
Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act of 1962, as amended (19 U.S.C. Sec.1862), allows the President to impose restrictions on goods imports or enter into negotiations with trading partners if the U.S. Secretary of Commerce determines, more
U.S.-Japan Relations Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 2 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF10199) on June 30, 2026.
The report is written by Asian affairs specialist Mark E. Manyin, foreign affairs analyst Daniel J. Longo and international trade and finance specialists Cathleen D. Cimino-Isaacs and Kyla H. Kitamura.
Here are excerpts:
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U.S.-Japan Relations
Overview
Japan, a U.S. treaty ally since 1952, is an important U.S. security and trade partner. Shared bi more
Congressional District Geography Workbook, 119th Congress - An Interactive Tool for Congressional Users Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12489) by Senior Research Librarian Ben Leubsdorf:
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Congressional District Geography Workbook (119th Congress): An Interactive Tool for Congressional Users
This Insight accompanies the Congressional District Geography Workbook, a Microsoft Excel file that congressional users can download from CRS.gov. The workbook provides information about U.S. House districts as configured more
Geofence Warrants & the Fourth Amendment - The Supreme Court Weighs In Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11274) by legislative attorney Clay Wild:
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Geofence Warrants and the Fourth Amendment: The Supreme Court Weighs In
Introduction
From thermal imaging and wiretaps to GPS tracking and various forms of electronic eavesdropping, the emergence of new technologies and their investigative use have sometimes created legal tension with constitutional privacy protections. Over more
Hydrofluorocarbon Phasedown - Background & Issues Facing Congress Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11779) by environmental policy analyst Kathryn G. Kynett and legislative attorney Kristen Hite.
Here are excerpts:
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Hydrofluorocarbon Phasedown: Background and Issues Facing Congress
The United States is phasing down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) under the American Innovation and Manufacturing Act of 2020 (AIM; P.L. 116-260, Division S, Sec.103; codified at 42 U.S.C. Sec.7675) more
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Authorities & Rulemaking Process Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, July 1 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13178) by transportation policy analyst Naseeb A. Souweidane.
Here are excerpts:
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NHTSA's Authorities and Rulemaking Process
NHTSA Background and Authorities
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), part of the Department of Transportation (DOT), is primarily responsible for motor vehicle and highway safety. Congress established highway safety regulator more
Centers for Disease Control & Prevention Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12241) by health policy specialist Kavya Sekar:
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
During public health crises like the COVID-19 pandemic, and recent measles, hantavirus, and Ebola outbreaks, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has served as a face of the federal government's public health response. As of 2025, CDC describes its core mis more
Connecting Faith-Based & Religious Organizations With Federal Grants & Other Assistance Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13259) by senior research librarian Maria Kreiser:
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Connecting Faith-Based and Religious Organizations with Federal Grants and Other Assistance
Faith-based or religious organizations and houses of worship (e.g., churches, synagogues, mosques) frequently seek out federal and other assistance for various community services and projects. This In Focus provides congressional o more
Defense Primer - Military Service Academies Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF11788) by military personnel specialist Kristy N. Kamarck.
Here are excerpts:
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Defense Primer: Military Service Academies
Overview
The U.S. military service academies are tuition-free, four-year degree-granting institutions operated by the military departments. The academies are one of three primary commissioning sources for officers, along with the Senior Reserve Office more
Rental Housing Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12887) by housing policy analyst Henry G. Watson.
Here are excerpts:
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Rental Housing
There are over 49 million rental housing units in the United States. About one-third of households in the United States rent their housing. Rental housing prices have increased faster than prices for non-shelter goods and services in recent years. To address persistent housing affordabili more
Role of U.S. In Situ Ocean Observation Networks - A Case Study of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13257) on June 26, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Caitlin Keating-Bitonti.
Here are excerpts:
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The Role of U.S. In Situ Ocean Observation Networks: A Case Study of the Atlantic Meridional Overturning Circulation
A climate tipping point generally refers to a "critical threshold" in an Earth system that when crossed can cause the system to shift into a new sta more
U.S. Interest in Seabed Mining in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12608) on June 26, 2026, by natural resources policy specialist Caitlin Keating-Bitonti:
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U.S. Interest in Seabed Mining in Areas Beyond National Jurisdiction: Brief Background and Recent Developments
In 1980, Congress passed the Deep Seabed Hard Mineral Resources Act (DSHMRA; 30 U.S.C. Sec.Sec.1401 et seq.) as an interim measure to allow the United States to proceed with more
What Is Harassment - An Overview From Federal Employment Law Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, June 30 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49010) entitled "What Is Harassment? An Overview from Federal Employment Law" by legislative attorney April J. Anderson:
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SUMMARY
Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 generally prohibits discrimination in the workplace, but it does not expressly prohibit harassment. The Supreme Court has interpreted the statute to prohibit certain forms of harassment, however, including sexual haras more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Copper Development Association Highlights Impact of DOE Energy Standards on Transformer Design and Domestic Copper Supply
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
July 15, 2026
U.S. Department of Energy
Critical Minerals and Energy Innovation
10 CFR Part 431
(EERE-2026-BT-STD-0133)
Submitted to DistributionTransformers2026STD0133@doe.gov
From: The Copper Development Association, Inc
John Hipchen, Director, Energy & Electrical Systems
1660 International Drive, Suite 600
McLea more
Tipoffs: Iran
Boyle Statement on House Budget Republicans Advancing the "America Last" Budget
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following statement on July 16, 2026:
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Boyle Statement on House Budget Republicans Advancing the "America Last" Budget
Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, released the following statement after House Budget Republicans advanced a budget resolution with reconciliation instructions that would add nearly $100 billion to the defic more
CAIR Calls for Congress to Act After Reported U.S. Bombing of Civilian Infrastructure in Iran
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- The Council on American-Islamic Relations posted the following news release on July 17, 2026:
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CAIR Calls for Congress to Act After Reported U.S. Bombing of Civilian Infrastructure in Iran
The Council on American-Islamic Relations (CAIR), the nation's largest Muslim civil rights and advocacy organization, today condemned reported attacks on civilians and civilian infrastructure in Iran conducted as part of the Trump administration's renewed war on Iran.
U.S. force more
Cathay Cargo the Latest to Postpone Middle East Freighter Resumption
SURREY, England, July 18 -- Air Cargo News issued the following news:
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Cathay Cargo the latest to postpone Middle East freighter resumption
By Damian Brett
Cathay Cargo has joined Cargolux in cancelling its plans to restart freighter operations to the Middle East region following renewed fighting between the US and Iran.
In a statement issued today, the Hong Kong-hubbed carrier said that in view of the latest developments in the Middle East, it had taken the decision to postpone the r more
Center for American Progress: Trump Dredges Up Debunked Election Conspiracy Claims To Distract Voters
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- The Center for American Progress issued the following statement on July 16, 2026:
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Trump Dredges Up Debunked Election Conspiracy Claims To Distract Voters
Today, President Donald Trump made remarks asserting that China and other foreign nations attempted to meddle in the 2020 election. In response, Michael Sozan, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress, issued the following statement:
Yet again, President Trump is dredging up debunked election conspiracy more
Conference Board: LEI for the Euro Area fell in June
NEW YORK, July 18 -- The Conference Board issued the following news release:
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The LEI for the Euro Area fell in June
Using the Composite Indexes: The Leading Economic Index (LEI) provides an early indication of significant turning points in the business cycle and where the economy is heading in the near term. The Coincident Economic Index (CEI) provides an indication of the current state of the economy. Additional details are below.
This month's release of the composite economic indexe more
Hudson Institute Issues Commentary to Providence: Update on the U.S. War With Iran
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- Hudson Institute, a research organization that says it promotes leadership for a secure, free and prosperous future, issued the following commentary on July 16, 2026, by Keystone Defense Initiative Director Rebeccah L. Heinrichs to Providence:
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An Update on the U.S. War with Iran
Tonight, President Trump will address the nation. It would be wise to take this opportunity to explain to the American people how Iran threatens America's interests and his plan to counter more
Ifo Institute: Sentiment in Germany's Travel Industry Deteriorates Slightly
MUNICH, Germany, July 18 -- ifo Institute issued the following news release on July 17, 2026:
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Sentiment in Germany's Travel Industry Deteriorates Slightly
The business climate for travel agencies and tour operators in Germany deteriorated somewhat in June. The ifo Institute index fell in June to -32.0 points, down from -30.3 points* in May. Before the escalation in the Middle East in February, the figure still stood at -15.6 points*. "Many travelers were uncertain about their vacation p more
Senate Intel Vice Chair Warner Statement on President Trump's Speech Tonight
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, issued the following statement on July 16, 2026:
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Senate Intel Vice Chair Warner Statement on President Trump's Speech Tonight
U.S. Sen. Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Vice Chair of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence, issued the following statement:
"Tonight, Americans heard the president once again repeat claims about our elections that have been investigated for years and repeatedly rejected by the Intelligence Community, the FBI, more
Smith Statement on Upcoming House Vote for FY27 NDAA
WASHINGTON, July 18 -- Rep. Adam Smith, D-Washington, ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement on July 17, 2026:
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Smith Statement on Upcoming House Vote for FY27 NDAA
House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-Wash.) released the following statement in advance of next week's expected floor vote on H.R. 8800, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2027 (FY27 NDAA).
"The annual defense authorization bill is a cri more
Amo Fights Back Against Republican Budget that Increases Debt, Funds Illegal War, and Fails to Lower Costs
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Gabe Amo, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Amo Fights Back Against Republican Budget that Increases Debt, Funds Illegal War, and Fails to Lower Costs
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Washington, D.C. - YESTERDAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI), Member of the House Committee on the Budget, called out Republicans' latest budget boondoggle, which would add $95 billion to the deficit while making it harder to vote and doing nothing to lower costs for Rhode Islanders.
Amo intr more
Article 19: Iran - Stop Assault on Media and Activists Documenting Human Rights Violations
LONDON, England, July 17 -- Article 19, an organization that says it propels the freedom of expression movement, posted the following news:
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Iran: Stop assault on media and activists documenting human rights violations
ARTICLE 19 is deeply concerned by a new directive issued by Iran's Ministry of Intelligence under Article 4 of the Law on Intensifying Punishment for Espionage and Cooperation with the Zionist Regime and Hostile States. By criminalising engagement, cooperation, or sharing more
At Budget Markup, Ranking Member Boyle Slams Republicans' "America Last" Budget
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Brendan Boyle, D-Pennsylvania, ranking member of the House Budget Committee, issued the following news release on July 16, 2026:
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At Budget Markup, Ranking Member Boyle Slams Republicans' "America Last" Budget
Congressman Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Ranking Member of the House Budget Committee, slammed Republicans' "America Last" budget that wastes tens of billions of taxpayer dollars on Trump's disastrous Iran war and does nothing to lower costs. In his opening more
British Chambers of Commerce Research Manager Morrison Issues Statement Responding to Latest GDP Data Published by Office for National Statistics
LONDON, England, July 17 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following statement on July 16, 2026, by research manager Stuart Morrison responding to the latest GDP data published by the Office for National Statistics:
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"The latest ONS data shows a fragile economy weighed down by geopolitical tensions and domestic cost pressures.
"With GDP growing by 0.7% in the three months to May, and only 0.1% in May itself, the new government faces the same growth challenge as its predeces more
British Chambers of Commerce: Alarm Bells Ringing As Services Exports Fall
LONDON, England, July 17 -- The British Chambers of Commerce issued the following news:
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Alarm Bells Ringing As Services Exports Fall
Commenting on the latest trade data released by the Office for National Statistics, William Bain, Head of Trade Policy at the British Chambers of Commerce, said:
"Goods exports fared well in May with a 5.2% increase in volume, particularly in chemicals exports to the rest of the world. By comparison, goods exports to the EU rose more modestly across a more
Duckworth at Center for Strategic and International Studies: "America Needs to Show Up and Deliver in the Indo-Pacific"
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Duckworth at Center for Strategic and International Studies: "America Needs to Show Up and Deliver in the Indo-Pacific"
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[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL)-a member of both the U.S. Senate Committees on Foreign Relations (SFRC) and Armed Services (SASC)-outlined why it is so important for the United States to increase coordination and cooperation with our p more
Gillibrand Commences Statewide Tour Addressing The Rising Cost Of Groceries, Lagging Consumer Confidence
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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Gillibrand Commences Statewide Tour Addressing The Rising Cost Of Groceries, Lagging Consumer Confidence
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Today, U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand held press conferences across New York State - including in Latham, Utica, and Riverhead - to address the crushing impact of rising grocery and household goods prices on working families. The push follows a recent Bureau of Labor Statistics Consumer more
Immigration Legislation & Issues in the 119th Congress Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49032) on July 14, 2026, entitled "Immigration Legislation and Issues in the 119th Congress:"
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Nonimmigrants
Nonimmigrants are foreign nationals who are lawfully admitted to the United States for a temporary period and specific purpose (e.g., tourism, study, work). Nonimmigrant visa categories are identified by letters and numbers based on the INA sections t more
Kaine Statement on Trump's Conspiracy-Laden Speech
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Kaine Statement on Trump's Conspiracy-Laden Speech
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA) released the following statement regarding President Donald Trump's speech last night:
"Donald Trump spoke to the nation last night for nearly half an hour. Did he share any semblance of a plan to lower Americans' housing, food, or energy costs? Or to end his deeply unpopular war with Iran th more
Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Hold Purchasers of Russian Oil Accountable
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Tim Kaine, D-Virginia, issued the following news release:
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Kaine, Colleagues Introduce Legislation to Hold Purchasers of Russian Oil Accountable
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - U.S. Senator Tim Kaine (D-VA), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations and Armed Services Committees, joined a bipartisan group of his colleagues led by Senator Richard Blumenthal (D-CT) in introducing legislation negotiated with the late Senator Lindsey Graham (R-SC) and the White House to hold more
Lehigh University: Supply Chain Experts See Surge in Risk of Transportation Disruption in 3rd Quarter
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylania, July 17 -- Lehigh University posted the following news:
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Supply Chain Experts See Surge in Risk of Transportation Disruption in 3rd Quarter
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The results of the Lehigh Business Supply Chain Risk Management Index for the 3rd quarter of 2026 show a significant impact from the U.S.-Iran war, the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz and the resulting spike in fuel and diesel prices.
Transportation Disruption Risk surged almost 16 points from last quarter. "This surge v more
National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget & Policy Issues Topic of CRS Report
WASHINGTON, July 17 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48946) on July 14, 2026, entitled "National Nuclear Security Administration FY2027 Budget and Policy Issues - In Brief" by defense policy analyst Anya L. Fink and nonproliferation specialist Mary Beth D. Nikitin.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) is a semiautonomous agency within the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). NNSA is responsible for m more
Padilla, Schumer, Schatz, King, Heinrich Lead Investigation Into Trump Administration Efforts to Abandon Offshore Wind Projects
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Padilla, Schumer, Schatz, King, Heinrich Lead Investigation Into Trump Administration Efforts to Abandon Offshore Wind Projects
Trump actions will kill more than 30,000 Jobs and raise energy costs
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U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif), Democratic Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.), and Senators Brian Schatz (D-Hawaii), Angus King (I-Maine), and Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) led nine of their colleagues more
SCHNEIDER, FITZPATRICK INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN HONOR ACT TO END TAX CREDITS FOR BUSINESSES DEALING IN RUSSIA
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Rep. Bradley Schneider, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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SCHNEIDER, FITZPATRICK INTRODUCE BIPARTISAN HONOR ACT TO END TAX CREDITS FOR BUSINESSES DEALING IN RUSSIA
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Brad Schneider (IL-10) and Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), members of the House Ways and Means Committee, announced the introduction of the Hindering Oppressive Nations from Obtaining Revenue Act or HONOR Act to eliminate the ability of firms an more
Senate Budget Merkley Issues Statement on House Budget Committee's Out-of-Touch Budget
WASHINGTON, July 17 -- Sen. Jeff Merkley, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Budget Committee, issued the following statement on July 16, 2026:
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Merkley Statement on House Budget Committee's Out-of-Touch Budget
Today, U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley (D-OR), Ranking Member of the Senate Budget Committee, released the following statement after the House Budget Committee advanced a fiscal year 2027 budget resolution that kicks off a third reconciliation process to spend nearly $100 billion on more
Trump's Economic Chaos Continues to Batter Working Families' Budgets
WASHINGTON, July 17 [Category: ThinkTank] -- Groundwork Collaborative, a think tank and progressive advocacy group, posted the following news release:
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Trump's Economic Chaos Continues to Batter Working Families' Budgets
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Federal Reserve contacts report any increase in sales was due to higher prices, not volume, as Americans are forced to spend more to get less in Trump's economy
This week, the Federal Reserve released its July 2026 Beige Book, offering a snapshot of economic conditi more
UD in the News July 4-17
DAYTON, Ohio, July 17 -- The University of Dayton posted the following news:
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UD in the News July 4-17
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U.S. News & World Report, The Conversation, Newsweek and NewsNation recently tapped faculty expertise. Spectrum News 1 Ohio featured ROTC cadet Jameir Jackson's journey to commissioned officer through the Army's Green to Gold program.
What to know about taking a gap year
U.S. News and World Report
Donnell Wiggins, enrollment management
When can a power company take your lan more
ADC Sues DHS Secretary Mullin Over Illegal CBP Seizure of Journalist Max Blumenthal's Phones
WASHINGTON, July 16 [Category: Sociological] -- The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee issued the following news release:
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ADC Sues DHS Secretary Mullin Over Illegal CBP Seizure of Journalist Max Blumenthal's Phones
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The American-Arab Anti-Discrimination Committee (ADC) filed a time-sensitive motion in the Eastern District of Virginia's federal court on behalf of journalist Max Blumenthal, seeking the immediate return of two smartphones unlawfully seized and retained by U.S. C more
Attorney General Nessel Issues Statement on President Trump's Primetime Election Speech
LANSING, Michigan, July 16 -- Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following news release:
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Attorney General Nessel Issues Statement on President Trump's Primetime Election Speech
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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel issued the following statement in response to President Trump's primetime election speech:
"The President has now spent an entire decade trying to convince you that our elections are unsecure and illegitimate. He is now just doing it from the most visible more
Congress Must Reject Desperate Republican Effort to Fund Trump's Iran War and Undemocratic SAVE Act
WASHINGTON, July 16 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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Congress Must Reject Desperate Republican Effort to Fund Trump's Iran War and Undemocratic SAVE Act
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - On July 16th, the Republican leadership of the U.S. House of Representatives Budget Committee passed a budget resolution that would increase Pentagon funding by $60 billion and increase intelligence agencies' funding by $13 billion.
Lisa Gilbert, co-president of Public Ci more
Congressman Johnson's Statement on President Trump's Unhinged Election Security Speech
WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Henry C. 'Hank' Johnson Jr., D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Congressman Johnson's Statement on President Trump's Unhinged Election Security Speech
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DECATUR, GA -"Voters are not going to be distracted by Trump's release of what are massively redacted declassified files that fail to prove that the 2020 election was stolen from him. Voters remain focused on the facts that he and his wealthy friends are getting richer and richer as gas, groceries more
Courtney: While Americans Endure High Costs Due to His War & Tariffs, Trump Obsesses About an Election that Happened Six Years Ago
WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Joe Courtney, D-Connecticut, issued the following news release:
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Courtney: While Americans Endure High Costs Due to His War & Tariffs, Trump Obsesses About an Election that Happened Six Years Ago
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WASHINGTON, DC - Today, Congressman Joe Courtney (CT-02) released the following statement on President Trump's address to the nation.
"In the midst of a war with Iran that the President unilaterally escalated this past week, once again driving up the cost of livi more
Enforce Insider Trading Laws on the Prediction Markets
WASHINGTON, July 16 [Category: Political] -- Public Citizen issued the following news release:
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Enforce Insider Trading Laws on the Prediction Markets
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Today, multiple news outlets reported that President Trump's teleprompter operator has been placing profitable bets on Kalshi regarding the content of Trump's forthcoming speeches. Public Citizen has repeatedly appealed to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, which oversees the prediction markets, to investigate a more
Heinrich Statement on Trump's Attempts to Manufacture Distractions From His War With Iran, High Gas Prices, & the Skyrocketing Cost of Everyday Essentials
WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich Statement on Trump's Attempts to Manufacture Distractions From His War With Iran, High Gas Prices, & the Skyrocketing Cost of Everyday Essentials
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WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) released the following statement reacting to President Trump's Oval Office address where the president attacked American elections and set the groundwork for denying the results of the 202 more
Heinrich, Leger Fernandez Lead New Mexico & Texas Democrats to Introduce Legislation Reversing Rate Cuts for Veterans' Essential Homecare Services
WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Martin Heinrich, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Heinrich, Leger Fernandez Lead New Mexico & Texas Democrats to Introduce Legislation Reversing Rate Cuts for Veterans' Essential Homecare Services
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U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich (D-N.M.) and U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.) led New Mexico and Texas congressional Democrats in introducing the Protecting Home-Based Care for Rural Veterans Act, legislation to reverse the Trump a more
Leger Fernandez, Heinrich Lead New Mexico & Texas Democrats to Introduce Legislation Reversing Rate Cuts for Veterans' Essential Homecare Services
WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Rep. Teresa Leger Fernandez, D-New Mexico, issued the following news release:
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Leger Fernandez, Heinrich Lead New Mexico & Texas Democrats to Introduce Legislation Reversing Rate Cuts for Veterans' Essential Homecare Services
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WASHINGTON -U.S. Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-N.M.) and U.S. led New Mexico and Texas congressional Democrats in introducing the Protecting Home-Based Care for Rural Veterans Act, legislation to reverse the Trump administration' more
Padilla Responds to Trump's Election Conspiracy Address
WASHINGTON, July 16 -- Sen. Alex Padilla, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Padilla Responds to Trump's Election Conspiracy Address
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -U.S. Senator Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), Ranking Member of the Senate Rules Committee, which oversees federal elections, released the following statement on President Trump's continued unfounded election denial claims during a primetime address to the nation:
"Let me lay out the facts: Donald Trump lost the 2020 election. more
The Hill: "DCCC Chair Predicts Democrats Will Take House"
WASHINGTON, July 16 -- The Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee posted the following news release:
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The Hill: "DCCC Chair Predicts Democrats Will Take House"
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As prices spike across the board thanks to Trump and House Republicans' broken promise to drive down costs, DCCC Chair Suzan DelBene sat down with The Hill's Amie Parnes at the Hill Nation Summit to talk about how strong candidates focused on lowering costs are leading Democrats towards victory in November.
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American University: Iraq as a Neighborhood Problem - How a Decade of Gulf Diplomacy Collapsed in a Single Spring
WASHINGTON, July 15 -- American University issued the following news:
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Iraq as a Neighborhood Problem: How a Decade of Gulf Diplomacy Collapsed in a Single Spring
By Yerevan Saeed
Three days after Ali al-Zaidi was sworn in as Iraq's new prime minister in May, three drones launched from Iraqi territory targeted critical infrastructure in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), including one that struck the perimeter of the Barakah nuclear power plant. The Emirati Ministry of Defense traced all t more
