10th Annual American Fintech Council Policy Summit Speakers Announced
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The American Fintech Council, an organization that says it promotes a transparent, inclusive and customer-centric financial system, issued the following news release:
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10th Annual American Fintech Council (AFC) Policy Summit Speakers Announced
Capital Turnaround to serve as new D.C. venue for growing event on November 17th
Summit that will convene leaders from across fintech, financial services, technology, and government in Washington, D.C.
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Washington, DC ( more
Accenture and Google Cloud Transform Software Development With Volvo Cars
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Accenture and Google Cloud Transform Software Development with Volvo Cars
GOTHENBURG, Sweden and SUNNYVALE, California; Sept. 22, 2026 - Accenture (NYSE: ACN) and Google Cloud today announced that Volvo Cars has become the lead industry partner for Horizon, an open-source software development platform that helps car makers and automotive suppliers build, test, and deploy softwa more
Accenture Edge Collaborates With AWS to Help Mid-Market Organizations Harness AI and Accelerate Business Impact
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- Accenture, a global professional services company, presented the following news release:
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Accenture Edge Collaborates with AWS to Help Mid-Market Organizations Harness AI and Accelerate Business Impact
Accenture Edge and AWS collaboration includes six mid-market offerings available in AWS Marketplace
NEW YORK; Sept. 22, 2026 - Accenture (NYSE: ACN), through its newly launched Accenture Edge business, today announced a new collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS more
Adobe and Jet2 Partner to Deliver Agentic AI-Powered Personalised Experiences to Millions of Jet2 Holidaymakers
SAN JOSE, California, Sept. 23 -- Adobe Inc., a computer software company, issued the following news:
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Adobe and Jet2 Partner to Deliver Agentic AI-Powered Personalised Experiences to Millions of Jet2 Holidaymakers
* Jet2 will use Adobe CX Enterprise with agentic AI technology to give millions of customers more personalised holiday inspiration, offers and support
* Adobe tools will help Jet2 teams deliver more personalisation and consistent, relevant holiday content at speed, supporting more
Aethos London Shoreditch Redefines Luxury Hospitality With HPE Self-Driving Network
SPRING, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Hewlett Packard Enterprise, an information technology company, issued the following news release:
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Aethos London Shoreditch redefines luxury hospitality with HPE Self-Driving Network
The hotel elevates its operations and accelerates international expansion with autonomous wired and wireless networking capabilities
In this article
* HPE and Aethos London Shoreditch are enhancing the guest experience with AI-native networking that delivers seamless, secure conn more
Ahead of Xi Visit, Warren Presses Trump to Confirm Nvidia CEO Will Not Be at the Negotiating Table
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSida) -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Ahead of Xi Visit, Warren Presses Trump to Confirm Nvidia CEO Will Not Be at the Negotiating Table
Washington, D.C. - U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Ranking Member of the Senate Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs Committee, wrote to President Donald Trump, requesting confirmat more
AI Optimism Globally Widespread Despite Uneven Use
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Gallup, a research-based and performance-management consulting company, posted the following news:
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AI Optimism Globally Widespread Despite Uneven Use
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Story Highlights
* Positive emotions toward AI outweigh negative ones in 34 out of 37 countries
* Across 37 countries, the median percentage who have never used AI is 57%
* Western countries rank high in AI worry, but daily users worry least
WASHINGTON, D.C. -Positive feelings abo more
AICPA, Former IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel Launch Council on AI Tax Risk to Advance Responsible AI in Tax
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- The American Institute of CPAs issued the following news release:
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AICPA, Former IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel Launch Council on AI Tax Risk to Advance Responsible AI in Tax
Washington, D.C. (September 22, 2026) - The American Institute of CPAs (AICPA) and former IRS Commissioner Danny Werfel have partnered together to lead a new initiative bringing together leaders from accounting, law, technology, government and academia to advance practical approaches to the resp more
AMERICAN GEOPHYSICAL UNION: EMISSIONS FROM THE PAST DECADE HAVE MADE EUROPE'S RECENT HEAT WAVES WORST
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSjou) -- The American Geophysical Union issued the following news release:
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EMISSIONS FROM THE PAST DECADE HAVE MADE EUROPE'S RECENT HEAT WAVES WORST
Using artificial intelligence, climate models, and weather observations, researchers find strong evidence that greenhouse gases emitted since the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement have intensified Europe's recent heat waves.
In brief:
* Researchers trained a generative AI model to predict how extreme heat waves in Europ more
American University: The Quiet Wars - William Akoto on the Cyber Battles We Never See
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- American University issued the following news:
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The Quiet Wars: William Akoto on the Cyber Battles We Never See
Dr. Akoto explores the hidden cyber battles between nations--and why the threats that rarely make headlines may matter most.
By Jennifer Maher | September 22, 2026
William Akoto has spent his career following unanswered questions wherever they lead-- from the psychology of coup plotters to the economics of stolen trade secrets to the hidden architectur more
An Even Dozen: ASU Named No. 1 in Innovation for 12th Straight Year
TEMPE, Arizona, Sept. 23 -- Arizona State University issued the following news:
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An even dozen: ASU named No. 1 in innovation for 12th straight year
University also garners No. 1 spot in U.S. for supply chain management, plus 24 more top-20 rankings among public institutions
By Mary Beth Faller | September 21, 2026
Story highlights
* ASU has placed first every year since the "Most Innovative Schools" category was created by U.S. News & World Report magazine.
* W. P. Carey School of more
Aramark: Introducing Sourcient, a New Era of Responsible Sourcing Intelligence
PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- ARAMARK, a provider of food, facilities, refreshments, hospitality and supply chain services, issued the following news release:
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Introducing Sourcient, a New Era of Responsible Sourcing Intelligence
September 22, 2026
Foodservice operators today face mounting expectations to demonstrate local, sustainable, and responsible sourcing measures at their locations--yet the data needed to validate those commitments is often scattered across suppliers, d more
Arvato Systems Runs European Medicines Verification System on Oracle EU Sovereign Cloud
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 23 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release:
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Arvato Systems Runs European Medicines Verification System on Oracle EU Sovereign Cloud
Sovereign cloud capabilities running within the EU enable Arvato Systems to modernize and scale mission-critical healthcare services while helping meet EU data residency requirements
Munich, Germany--Sep 22, 2026
Arvato Systems, a global IT and multicloud services provid more
CFTC Chairman Selig Issues Keynote Remarks at U.S. Treasury Market Conference
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following remarks by Chairman Michael S. Selig:
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Keynote Remarks at 2026 U.S. Treasury Market Conference
Washington, DC | September 22, 2026
Good afternoon.
It's a pleasure to be here today at the U.S. Treasury Market Conference. I want to thank President John Williams and the New York Fed for inviting me to share my perspective before such a wonderful audience.
It's great to be back in New York City, the hea more
Circana: Kids Are Back in School. Their Shopping Isn't Done Yet
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 23 (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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Kids Are Back in School. Their Shopping Isn't Done Yet.
Circana data shows consumers delaying back-to-school purchases and spending later into the season as they carefully balance budgets, value, and brand preferences.
CH more
Common Sense Media Welcomes Tom Siegel as Executive Director of Its Youth AI Safety Institute
SAN FRANCISCO, California, Sept. 23 -- Common Sense Media issued the following news release:
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Common Sense Media Welcomes Tom Siegel as Executive Director of Its Youth AI Safety Institute
Leader with decades of experience in trust and safety joins the first-of-its-kind organization researching, independently testing, and setting standards for AI products used by youth
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SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 22, 2026--Common Sense Media has named Tom Siegel as the founding executive director of the Yout more
Eastern Michigan University: Power of Professional Networking - Slovakia Study Abroad Program
YPSILANTI, Michigan, Sept. 23 -- Eastern Michigan University issued the following news:
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The power of professional networking: Slovakia study abroad program
Learn how one study abroad program set four graduate TESOL students on the path to success, granting them networking and teaching skills that resulted in immediate job placement upon their return
September 22, 2026
Written by: Ellie Johnsen
YPSILANTI--For four former TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) students more
Elmira College Earns Top-10 Ranks Among the North's Private Colleges
ELMIRA, New York, Sept. 23 -- Elmira College issued the following news:
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Elmira College Earns Top-10 Ranks Among the North's Private Colleges
September 22, 2026
Elmira College again ranked in the top ten in several U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges categories. In Regional Colleges North rankings, EC ranked #2 in the Undergraduate Teaching category, #4 for Best Value, #7 for Social Mobility, #9 for Top Private Colleges, and #10 Best Colleges for Veterans. Overall, Elmira ranked #16 more
FAU's Robert Loredo Launches New Book on Preparing for the Quantum Era
BOCA RATON, Florida, Sept. 23 -- Florida Atlantic University, a component of the state university system in Florida, issued the following news:
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FAU's Robert Loredo Launches New Book on Preparing for the Quantum Era
By Gisele Galoustian | 9/22/2026
As quantum computing moves from the research laboratory into business, government and other real-world applications, Florida Atlantic University quantum technology leader Robert Loredo is helping organizations understand what it will take to more
Federated Hermes Survey: Top Business Concern for Advisors is Making Better Use of AI/technology to Reach More Clients
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 (TNSxrep) -- Federated Hermes, an asset manager, issued the following news release:
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Federated Hermes survey: Top business concern for advisors is making better use of AI/technology to reach more clients
* Advisors concerned aging client base hinders practice growth opportunities
* ETFs overtake mutual funds in client portfolio assets for first time
(PITTSBURGH, Pa., Sept. 22, 2026) -- Federated Hermes, Inc. (NYSE:FHI) today announced the results of i more
FIS Receives Dual Recognition in 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Retail Core Banking Systems, North America
JACKSONVILLE, Florida, Sept. 23 -- FIS, a financial technology company, issued the following news release:
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FIS Receives Dual Recognition in 2026 Gartner(R) Magic Quadrant(TM) for Retail Core Banking Systems, North America
Key facts
* FIS has been recognized in the Leaders Quadrant across the last three Gartner Magic Quadrant(TM) evaluations for Retail Core Banking Systems, North America, with both FIS HORIZON and FIS Integrated Banking Solution (IBS) again positioned as a Leader in the more
From a Family Farm to an AI Startup: A CWRU Alumni Entrepreneur's Path
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Sept. 23 -- Case Western Reserve University issued the following news:
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From a family farm to an AI startup: A CWRU alumni entrepreneur's path
A conversation with Ethan Pickering (CWR '15; GRS '16, mechanical and aerospace engineering), co-founder of Prophet AI
September 22, 2026
Story by: Karin Ong
Raised on a Northeast Ohio family farm, Ethan Pickering (CWR '15; GRS '16, mechanical and aerospace engineering) came to Case Western Reserve University to become a rocket more
Gonzaga Climbs Into Top 90 National Universities in New U.S. News Rankings
SPOKANE, Washington, Sept. 23 -- Gonzaga University issued the following news:
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Gonzaga Climbs into Top 90 National Universities in New U.S. News Rankings
University recognized for student outcomes, academic excellence, and social mobility
September 21, 2026 | Jeffrey Dennison (M.A. '16)/Marketing & Communications
Gonzaga University has advanced to No. 90 among National Universities in the 2027 Best Colleges rankings released by U.S. News & World Report, moving up 12 places from last y more
Hofstra University: From AI to Human Ingenuity - Exploring the Future of Work at the Presidential Symposium
HEMPSTEAD, New York, Sept. 23 -- Hofstra University issued the following news:
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From AI to Human Ingenuity: Exploring the Future of Work at the Presidential Symposium
Artificial intelligence, automation, and rapidly changing industries are transforming how people work and raising questions about what it means to be ready for careers that may look very different in just a few years.
Hofstra University will bring those questions to the forefront during its 2026 Presidential Symposium, "Th more
Introducing the Newest LBJ School Faculty Members
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Lyndon B. Johnson School of Public Affairs issued the following news:
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Introducing the Newest LBJ School Faculty Members
September 22, 2026
We're almost a month into the fall semester at the LBJ School at The University of Texas at Austin, and our 12 newest faculty members are bringing fresh perspectives and experience to our public affairs classrooms. From artificial intelligence and national security to health policy, ethics and profe more
Johns Hopkins No. 9 in 'U.S. News' Best Colleges Rankings
BALTIMORE, Maryland, Sept. 23 -- Johns Hopkins University issued the following news:
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Johns Hopkins No. 9 in 'U.S. News' Best Colleges rankings
University recognized for academic and teaching excellence as well as for value, innovation, and undergraduate research; JHU retains No. 1 ranking in biomedical engineering and ranks among the nation's top 25 in 13 other disciplines
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Johns Hopkins University ranks No. 9 among national universities, according to the latest list of the nation's more
Kenya Airways Partners With Sabre to Enhance Customer Experience Through Upgrade to Modern Retailing Platform
SOUTHLAKE, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Sabre, a travel technology company, issued the following news release:
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Kenya Airways Partners with Sabre to Enhance Customer Experience through Upgrade to Modern Retailing Platform
New platform will modernise reservations, ticketing and check-in, and advance the airline's move to personalised, offer-and-order-based retailing on Sabre Mosaic(R)
Nairobi, Kenya, 22 September 2026 - Kenya Airways has selected Sabre (NASDAQ: SABR), a leading travel technology c more
Keysight Expands NR-NTN Validation Coverage Following GCF CAG #87
SANTA ROSA, California, Sept. 23 -- Keysight Technologies, a global electronic measurement technology and market solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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Keysight Expands NR-NTN Validation Coverage Following GCF CAG #87
New RRM validations expand Keysight's certification-ready NR-NTN coverage to help accelerate satellite direct-to-device commercialization
SANTA ROSA, Calif. September 22, 2026
Keysight Technologies, Inc. (NYSE: KEYS) has expanded its New Radio Non-Terrest more
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory: CIMS Harnesses National Labs to Accelerate Adoption of Computing in Energy-intensive Industries
LIVERMORE, California, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. Department of Energy Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory issued the following news:
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CIMS harnesses national labs to accelerate adoption of computing in energy-intensive industries
Industrial companies often face complex technical challenges that are too time-consuming or costly to solve through physical testing alone. Computer modeling and simulation can spur the development of new technologies with lower energy intensity, improved performa more
Marsh Launches Broker WorkBench: AI-powered Platform to Reduce Placement Times for Specialty Risks
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- Marsh, a subsidiary of Marsh and McLennan Companies, issued the following news release:
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Marsh launches Broker WorkBench: AI-powered platform to reduce placement times for specialty risks
LONDON, 22 September, 2026 - Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a leading global professional services firm, today announced the launch of Broker WorkBench, an innovative AI-powered platform designed to transform how Marsh's brokers operating in the London insurance market serve their clients.
B more
Mavenir and Neysa Partner to Bring AI-Native Infrastructure to Operators, Enterprises, and Neoclouds
RICHARDSON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- Mavenir, a cloud-native infrastructure provider that says it is building the future of networks, issued the following news release:
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Mavenir and Neysa Partner to Bring AI-Native Infrastructure to Operators, Enterprises, and Neoclouds
Combined offering pairs the Mavenir AI Integrated Platform with Neysa's AI cloud to give operators, enterprises, and neocloud providers a sovereign, production-ready path to build, deploy, and monetize AI
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MDC Rises to No. 3 in U.S. News Rankings for Top Public Schools and Best Colleges for Veterans and Recognized for Social Mobility
MIAMI, Florida, Sept. 23 -- Miami Dade College issued the following news release:
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MDC Rises to No. 3 in U.S. News Rankings for Top Public Schools and Best Colleges for Veterans and Recognized for Social Mobility
MIAMI, Sept. 22, 2026 -- Miami Dade College (MDC) has risen to No. 3 among Top Public Schools - Regional Colleges (South) in the U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges rankings, climbing from No. 5 last year. MDC also ranks No. 3 among Best Colleges for Veterans - Regional more
Michigan Medicine: AI, Well-Being and the Human Connection
ANN ARBOR, Michigan, Sept. 23 -- Michigan Medicine, the academic medical center of the University of Michigan, issued the following news release:
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AI, Well-Being and the Human Connection
Building AI literacy while protecting the empathy, wisdom and connection at the heart of care
September 22, 2026
Artificial intelligence is changing healthcare -- but what does that mean for the people who deliver and receive care? Cornelius James, M.D., FACP, FNAP, a clinical assistant professor and p more
N.Y. State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 23 -- New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli issued the following news release:
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State Comptroller DiNapoli Releases Audits
September 21, 2026
New York State Comptroller Thomas P. DiNapoli today announced that the following State Government Accountability audits have been released.
State University of New York - Artificial Intelligence Governance (2024-S-33) (https://www.osc.ny.gov/state-agencies/audits/2026/08/11/artificial-intelligence-governance)
The more
National Grid Shares Plans for New Aberthaw Substation Development to Support South Wales' Clean Energy Future
WALTHAM, Massachusetts, Sept. 23 -- National Grid, an electricity and natural gas delivery company, issued the following news release:
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National Grid shares plans for new Aberthaw substation development to support South Wales' clean energy future
22nd September 2026
* Local communities are being invited to learn more about the proposals, with a drop-in event set for 6 October in St Athan.
* Proposals form part of National Grid's pound sterling3.2 billion investment in Wales' electricit more
New College of Florida on the Rise Across Three National Rankings
SARASOTA, Florida, Sept. 23 -- The New College of Florida, a component of the Florida state university system, issued the following news:
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New College of Florida on the Rise Across Three National Rankings
September 22, 2026
Washington Monthly, The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report each place the public honors college of Florida among the nation's strongest public liberal arts colleges, with gains concentrated in the categories that decide student futures and the value of a d more
NJIT a Top 40 Public University, Gains in Social Mobility and STEM
NEWARK, New Jersey, Sept. 23 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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NJIT a Top 40 Public University, Gains in Social Mobility and STEM
September 22, 2026
New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) maintained its No. 40 position among the nation's top public universities in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings, while advancing in social mobility and undergraduate computer science and engineering.
NJIT tied for No. 85 overall among national more
NJIT Students' Plan to Power the Moon With Swarm Robots Wins NASA Prize
NEWARK, New Jersey, Sept. 23 -- The New Jersey Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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NJIT Students' Plan to Power the Moon with Swarm Robots Wins NASA Prize
September 22, 2026
Written by: Jesse Jenkins
NASA wants to establish sustained human presence on the lunar surface, but Houston has a problem -- keeping the lights on when night falls on the Moon.
The lunar South Pole, where NASA announced plans in March to build humanity's first long-term Moon base, sees two weeks o more
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSrep) -- The National Retail Federation posted the following news release:
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NRF Halloween Survey Shows Consumer Spending Expected to Reach $13.5 Billion
September 22, 2026
WASHINGTON - Consumer spending on Halloween is expected to reach $13.5 billion this year, according to the National Retail Federation's annual consumer survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics. The figure maintains the strong spending level of last year's record $13.1 billion and reflec more
Oracle Named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 23 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release:
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Oracle Named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner(R) Magic Quadrant(TM) for HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterprises
Fusion Agentic Applications for Oracle Fusion Cloud HCM help organizations redefine how HR work gets done
Austin, Texas--Sep 22, 2026
Oracle has been named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner(R) Magic Quadrant(TM) for HCM Suites for 1,000+ Employee Enterp more
Oracle PartnerNetwork Expands Incentives to Help Partners Accelerate Healthcare Transformation
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 23 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release:
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Oracle PartnerNetwork Expands Incentives to Help Partners Accelerate Healthcare Transformation
New Oracle Health incentives help partners build the expertise and capabilities healthcare organizations need to connect clinical, operational, financial, data, cloud, and AI initiatives
Oracle Health and Life Sciences Summit - Orlando, FL--Sep 22, 2026
Oracle tod more
Oracle Partners With Wipro to Strengthen End-to-End Pharmacovigilance Services
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 23 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release:
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Oracle Partners with Wipro to Strengthen End-to-End Pharmacovigilance Services
Collaboration to help life sciences organizations accelerate pharmacovigilance deployment with built-in compliance support
Austin, Texas--Sep 22, 2026
Oracle Life Sciences announced a partnership with Wipro Limited, a leading AI-powered technology services and consulting company more
Oracle Ranks No. 1 in 2026 ISG Buyers Guide for Workforce Management Suites and Healthcare Workforce Management
REDWOOD SHORES, California, Sept. 23 -- Oracle, a developer of hardware and software products, issued the following news release:
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Oracle Ranks No. 1 in 2026 ISG Buyers Guide(TM) for Workforce Management Suites and Healthcare Workforce Management
Sep 22, 2026
For organizations with large frontline workforces, managing labor has become increasingly complex. Shifting demand, labor cost pressures, evolving employee expectations, and changing compliance requirements mean staffing decisions more
Penn State-Beaver: Schreyer Institute Announces Recipients of Curriculum Renewal Grants
MONACA, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University Beaver campus issued the following news:
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Schreyer Institute announces recipients of curriculum renewal grants
September 22, 2026
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- The Schreyer Institute for Teaching Excellence announced the recipients of the 2026-27 Curriculum and Instruction Renewal Program (CIRP) grants, designed for program-level renewal projects that align with the institute's mission.
CIRP is a faculty-driven program that aims more
Penn State-Great Valley: World Campus Launches New AI Credentials, Literacy Resources for Online Learners
MALVERN, Pennsylvania, Sept. 23 -- Pennsylvania State University Great Valley campus issued the following news:
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World Campus launches new AI credentials, literacy resources for online learners
Initiatives build on Penn State's AI Transformation
September 22, 2026
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Penn State World Campus has launched new credentials in artificial intelligence (AI) and resources to bring AI into the virtual classroom as part of Penn State's efforts to prepare students and profess more
Pepperdine University Ascends in U.S. News & World Report Rankings
MALIBU, California, Sept. 23 -- Pepperdine University issued the following news:
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Pepperdine University Ascends in U.S. News & World Report Rankings
September 22, 2026
Pepperdine University ascended four spots in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings of the nation's "Best National Universities." For the 2026-27 cycle, Pepperdine is specifically ranked 80 out of 427 institutions of higher education--a sign of positive forward progress in an era of new rankings metrics and college more
REALTORS Adopt Technology to Save Time and Improve the Client Experience, NAR Report Finds
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSrep) -- The National Association of Realtors issued the following news release:
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REALTORS Adopt Technology to Save Time and Improve the Client Experience, NAR Report Finds
September 22, 2026
WASHINGTON - Agents who are REALTORS(R) are turning to technology primarily to get time back and to give clients a better experience, according to the National Association of REALTORS(R)' 2026 REALTORS(R) Technology Report. Eighty-one percent said saving time is their primar more
Rep. Moolenaar Issues Letter to President Trump on Strategic Recommendations for U.S.-China Bilateral Engagement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following letter to President Trump on strategic recommendations for the U.S.-China bilateral engagement:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 18, 2026
The Honorable Donald J. Trump
President
United States of America
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20500
Dear Mr. Pres more
Rep. Moolenaar Issues Letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Rep. John Moolenaar, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the U.S. and the Chinese Communist Party, issued the following letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 17, 2026
The Honorable Scott Bessent
Secretary of the Treasury
U.S. Department of the Treasury
1500 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW
Washington, D.C. 20220
Dear Secretary Bessent,
I write to detail i more
Rep. Sykes Cosponsors Bill to Rein In Tax Giveaways to Data Centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Rep. Emilia Strong Sykes, D-Ohio, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Rep. Sykes Cosponsors Bill to Rein In Tax Giveaways to Data Centers
WASHINGTON, D.C. -- U.S. Representative Emilia Sykes (OH-13) cosponsored the Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act, which would rein in tax giveaways for data center development.
Last year, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) significantly expanded tax breaks that have helped spur the construct more
Researchers Develop First High-Resolution Map of Groundwater Across Brazil
PRINCETON, New Jersey, Sept. 23 -- The High Meadows Environmental Institute at Princeton University posted the following news:
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Researchers Develop First High-Resolution Map of Groundwater Across Brazil
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Princeton researchers used machine learning to construct a map of groundwater levels across the entire 3.29-million-square-mile (8.5 million km2) expanse of Brazil, from its rainforests to its alternately dry and rainy savanna. It is the first national-scale high resolution overview of more
Rockefeller Foundation: New Report Warns AI Could Close a 70-Year Gap in Weather Forecasting for Health or Widen It Without Deliberate Action
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 (TNSrpt) -- The Rockefeller Foundation posted the following news release:
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New Report Warns AI Could Close a 70-Year Gap in Weather Forecasting for Health or Widen It Without Deliberate Action
A 10-day forecast now takes minutes to produce, on a single computer chip, putting life-saving warnings within reach of the world's most vulnerable communities.
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NEW YORK, NY | September 22, 2026 -- A new report from the University of Chicago's Institute for Climate and Sustai more
Saint Leo University Introduces Florida's First Reduced-Credit Bachelor's Degree
SAINT LEO, Florida, Sept. 23 -- Saint Leo University issued the following news:
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Saint Leo University Introduces Florida's First Reduced-Credit Bachelor's Degree
New 93-credit program lets students earn a bachelor's degree in three years instead of four, cutting costs by nearly 25%
22 September 2026
What if a bachelor's degree didn't have to take four years? Saint Leo University is putting that question into practice with the introduction of its Reduced-Hour Bachelor of Business Analy more
Secretary of State Marco Rubio With Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, and Lawrence Jones of Fox News "Fox & Friends"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, and Lawrence Jones of Fox News "Fox & Friends"
Interview
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
Fox & Friends Studio
New York City, New York
September 22, 2026
QUESTION: Joining us now for that preview of those big things is the Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Mr. Secretary, great to see you.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Thank you.
QUESTION: Fi more
Secretary of State Marco Rubio With Craig Melvin of NBC News "Today"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Craig Melvin of NBC News "TODAY"
Interview
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
Lotte Palace
New York City, New York
September 22, 2026
QUESTION: We are joined now by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Mr. Secretary, good morning to you, sir. Thanks for joining us.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Good morning. Thank you.
QUESTION: Sir, some high-stakes meetings today, as Gabe just more
Secretary of State Marco Rubio With Sid Rosenberg of WABC Radio "Sid and Friends in the Morning"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Sid Rosenberg of WABC Radio "Sid and Friends in the Morning"
Interview
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
Lotte Palace
New York City, New York
September 22, 2026
QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, good morning, pal. How are you?
SECRETARY RUBIO: I'm good. Glad to be with you on the radio again.
QUESTION: I'm so happy to have you too. And I've got to tell you, with all the more
Sedgwick Appoints Courtney Welton as Global Chief Legal Officer
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Sept. 23 -- Sedgwick, a provider of technology-enabled risk and benefit solutions, issued the following news release:
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Sedgwick Appoints Courtney Welton as Global Chief Legal Officer
September 22, 2026
MEMPHIS, Tenn. - Sedgwick, the world's leading risk and claims administration partner, has appointed Courtney Welton as Global Chief Legal Officer, General Counsel and Corporate Secretary.
In this role, Welton will serve as a member of the executive leadership team an more
Sen. Moody Issues Letter to Air Force Chief of Staff Wilsbach
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Ashley Brooke Moody, R-Florida, issued the following letter to Gen. Kenneth Wilsbach, chief of staff of the U.S. Air Force:
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Here is the text of the letter:
August 26, 2026
General Kenneth Wilsbach
Chief of Staff of the United States Air Force
1670 Air Force Pentagon
Washington, DC 20330
Dear General Wilsbach:
I write to express my strong support for relocating Blue Horizons from Maxwell Air Force Base to Orlando, Florida. As the Air Force's more
Senators Coons, Schumer, Murray, Reed, Shaheen, Warner, Warren, Kim Statement Ahead of President Xi Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Senators Coons, Schumer, Murray, Reed, Shaheen, Warner, Warren, Kim statement ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), ranking member for Senate defense appropriations, Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y), Senate Minority Leader, Patty Murray (D-Wash.), vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Jack Reed (D-R.I.), ranking membe more
Senators Warren, Kim, Coons, Murray, Reed Statement Ahead of President Xi Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Senators Warren, Kim, Coons, Murray, Reed statement ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and Andy Kim (D-N.J.), ranking member of the Subcommittee on Nation more
Sens. Warner, Reed, Coons Issue Letter to Defense Secretary Hegseth, National Intelligence Director Clayton
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, vice chairman of the Senate Select Intelligence Committee, issued the following letter with Sens. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, ranking member of the Subcommittee on Defense, to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 19, 2026
The Honorable Pete Hegseth
S more
Shaheen, Coons, Reed, Warner, Warren, Kim Statement Ahead of President Xi Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Shaheen, Coons, Reed, Warner, Warren, Kim Statement Ahead of President Xi
Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Coons (D-DE), Ranking Member for Senate Defense appropriations, Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair o more
Sherrill Administration Issues Record $1 Million Fine to Dataone Data Center in Vineland for Building and Operating 62 Power Generators Without DEP Permits
TRENTON, New Jersey, Sept. 23 -- The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
SHERRILL ADMINISTRATION ISSUES RECORD $1 MILLION FINE TO DATAONE DATA CENTER IN VINELAND FOR BUILDING AND OPERATING 62 POWER GENERATORS WITHOUT DEP PERMITS
(26/P44) TRENTON - The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection today announced that it has fined the DataOne data center in Vineland, Cumberland County, $1.07 million for violations o more
Snapdragon Leads the Agentic AI Age With Two of the World's Fastest Mobile SoCs Powering the Next Generation of Smartphones
SAN DIEGO, California, Sept. 23 -- Qualcomm Technologies, a part of Qualcomm, issued the following news release:
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Snapdragon Leads the Agentic AI Age with Two of the World's Fastest Mobile SoCs Powering the Next Generation of Smartphones
Sep 23, 2026 MAUI
Highlights:
* Qualcomm introduces Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 and Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6, extending its flagship portfolio to power the agentic AI age and the next generation of premium mobile experiences.
* Both platforms com more
Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability: Emissions From the Past Decade Have Made Europe's Recent Heat Waves Worse
STANFORD, California, Sept. 23 -- The Stanford Doerr School of Sustainability issued the following news:
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Emissions from the past decade have made Europe's recent heat waves worse
Using artificial intelligence, climate models, and weather observations, researchers find strong evidence that greenhouse gases emitted since the 2015 Paris Climate Agreement have intensified Europe's recent heat waves.
September 22, 2026
By Katie Jewett
In brief
* Researchers trained a generative AI model more
Stevens Soars to No. 59 in U.S. News & World Report's National Universities Rankings
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Sept. 23 -- Stevens Institute of Technology issued the following news:
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Stevens Soars to No. 59 in U.S. News & World Report's National Universities Rankings
September 22, 2026
Advancing 21 places overall -- with significant gains in innovation, ROI, social mobility and value
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Stevens Institute of Technology ranks No. 59 among 422 national universities in the United States, according to the U.S. News & World Report annual "Best Colleges" rankings released today. more
Syracuse University's Center for the Creator Economy to Host 2nd 'CUSE Creator Con Oct. 22-23
SYRACUSE, New York, Sept. 23 -- Syracuse University issued the following news:
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Syracuse University's Center for the Creator Economy to Host 2nd 'CUSE Creator Con Oct. 22-23
The two-day conference on the business of the creator economy features a keynote from COEY founder Ted Murphy, plus panels and workshops led by industry professionals and alumni.
Sept. 22, 2026
Syracuse University's Center for the Creator Economy will host the second annual 'CUSE Creator Con, bringing together the more
TDCI Adds Chatbot "Iris" To Its Customer Service Center Team
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 23 -- The Tennessee Department of Commerce and Insurance issued the following news:
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TDCI Adds Chatbot "Iris" To Its Customer Service Center Team
September 22, 2026
NASHVILLE - The Tennessee Department of Commerce & Insurance (TDCI) proudly announces the arrival of Iris, an A.I.-powered chatbot providing high-quality customer service support for licensed Tennessee professionals 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
Named for Tennessee's state flower, Iris is a more
Tradeweb Enhances Ai-Price, Advancing Corporate Bond Pricing
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- Tradeweb Markets, a builder and operator of global fixed income and derivatives marketplaces, issued the following news release:
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Tradeweb Enhances Ai-Price, Advancing Corporate Bond Pricing
Advancements improve pricing model accuracy and support more efficient execution across U.S. credit markets, including through trade automation
NEW YORK, NY -- September 22, 2026 -- Tradeweb Markets Inc. (Nasdaq: TW), a global leader in electronic trading across asset classes, more
Transcript: Mayor Mamdani Wins Record $131.5 Million From Doordash for Delivery Workers
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news:
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Transcript: Mayor Mamdani Wins Record $131.5 Million from Doordash for Delivery Workers
September 22, 2026
Deputy Mayor Julie Su, Economic Justice: Good morning, everyone. Mayor Mamdani promised, just outside on those steps, on the day he took office that we would tell a new story of our city. Not a tale of one city governed by the 1 percent, not a tale of two cities, the rich versus the poor, but a tal more
U.S. News Ranks UAlbany Among the Country's Best Public Universities
ALBANY, New York, Sept. 23 -- SUNY University at Albany issued the following news:
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U.S. News Ranks UAlbany Among the Country's Best Public Universities
By Amy Geduldig
ALBANY, N.Y. (Sept. 22, 2026) -- The University at Albany earned national recognition for its educational value and success in advancing student social mobility in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings released today.
UAlbany rose in the rankings, placing No. 58 among public universities nationally more
UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026: Zurich and Tokyo Lead Global Housing Bubble Risk
NEW YORK, Sept. 23 -- UBS, a financial services provider, issued the following news release:
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UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026: Zurich and Tokyo lead global housing bubble risk
The UBS Global Real Estate Bubble Index 2026 finds that Zurich has the highest bubble risk, followed by Tokyo. Prime markets diverge from broader housing markets amid growing affordability pressures. For the study, UBS analyzed residential property prices in 23 major cities around the world, with Lisbon an more
UNC Charlotte's Undergraduate Business Program Ranks Among Nation's Top 75 Public Universities
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 23 -- The University of North Carolina Belk College of Business issued the following news:
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UNC Charlotte's undergraduate business program ranks among nation's top 75 public universities
September 22, 2026
Business and economics both rank third among North Carolina public universities
UNC Charlotte's Belk College of Business ranks among the nation's top 75 public institutions for undergraduate business in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges ra more
UNC's Bianca Allison Wins Grant for Pediatric Residents AI Training
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Sept. 23 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news:
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UNC's Bianca Allison Wins Grant for Pediatric Residents AI Training
The grant will support AI simulation training for challenging topics with adolescents.
CHAPEL HILL, N.C. - SEPT. 21, 2026 - Dr. Bianca Allison, an associate professor of pediatrics at the UNC School of Medicine, has received a grant to develop and test an AI-supported simulation that helps pediatric more
UNC-School of Medicine: First-of-Its-Kind Initiative Aims to Deliver AI to Rural and Critical Access Hospitals and Clinics in North Carolina
CHAPEL HILL, North Carolina, Sept. 23 -- The University of North Carolina School of Medicine issued the following news:
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First-of-Its-Kind Initiative Aims to Deliver AI to Rural and Critical Access Hospitals and Clinics in North Carolina
September 22, 2026
Multimillion-dollar grant from The Duke Endowment will fund statewide program to help rural healthcare outlets safely adopt AI tools, strengthen finances and improve patient care across the state.
An innovative statewide collaboratio more
University of Cincinnati: AI is Going to Change All Our Lives
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Sept. 23 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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AI is going to change all our lives
UC professor explains how AI is becoming ubiquitous in health care
By Michael Miller, 513/556-6757, michael.miller3@uc.edu
September 21, 2026
The Columbus Dispatch turned to a University of Cincinnati expert in health communication and technology to explain how artificial intelligence is becoming ingrained in every aspect of our lives.
UC College of Arts and Scie more
University of Cincinnati: Engineering Graduate Student Developing Intelligent AI Systems
CINCINNATI, Ohio, Sept. 23 -- The University of Cincinnati posted the following news:
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Engineering graduate student developing intelligent AI systems
Aneesh Deshmukh is earning a master's degree in computer science
By Lindsey Osterfeld, osterfly@ucmail.uc.edu
September 21, 2026
Artificial Intelligence is on the rise, and researchers are working harder than ever to understand, develop, and improve it. Aneesh Deshmukh, computer science M.S. student at the University of Cincinnati, is wo more
University of Tampa: College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education Launches Four Academic Programs
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 23 -- The University of Tampa issued the following news:
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Written by: Katelyn Ferral | Sept. 22, 2026
College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education Launches Four Academic Programs
Students can now major in public policy or choose a new minor in the computer science or sociology departments.
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The University's College of Social Sciences, Mathematics and Education has more opportunities this semester for students to expand their knowledge in public policy, more
UT Dallas Named the Best University in North Texas
RICHARDSON, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas Dallas campus issued the following news:
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UT Dallas Named the Best University in North Texas
Sept. 22, 2026
The University of Texas at Dallas has been ranked the No. 1 university in North Texas by Forbes America's Top Colleges 2027 rankings, solidifying its place as a premier institution in one of the nation's fastest-growing metropolitan areas.
"We are moving to the forefront of the conversation about quality public higher educati more
UT Sets Academic Performance Records, Remains the No. 1 Public University in Texas
AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23 -- The University of Texas issued the following news:
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UT Sets Academic Performance Records, Remains the No. 1 Public University in Texas
This academic year saw a record number of applications and the highest graduation rate in the school's history.
September 22, 2026
AUSTIN, Texas -- The University of Texas at Austin began the 2026-27 academic year with new highs in enrollment, freshman applications and student success. The official data, calculated on the 20th more
Virginia Tech a Top 20 Public University Nationally in Latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges Rankings
BLACKSBURG, Virginia, Sept. 23 -- Virginia Tech issued the following news:
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Virginia Tech a top 20 public university nationally in latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings
The College of Engineering and the Pamplin College of Business both received high marks.
By Jimmy Robertson
22 Sep 2026
Virginia Tech has been ranked as one of the top 20 public universities in the United States according to U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings, which were released T more
Yale School of Management Deploys Agentic AI Course to Prepare Future Leaders for Technological Disruption
NEW HAVEN, Connecticut, Sept. 23 (TNSrpt) -- Yale School of Management issued the following news:
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Teaching Through a Technological Revolution
Rebecca Beyer, September 22, 2026
We are in the midst of a seismic shift in business and culture caused by the rapid deployment of AI. SOM faculty are using the technology to accelerate research and train students for a changing workplace--and helping to understand and address its consequences for society.
For over a decade, Song Ma and his stud more
20 Years at the Top: Spelman College Continues Historic Reign as Nation's No. 1 HBCU
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 22 -- Spelman College posted the following news:
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20 Years at the Top: Spelman College Continues Historic Reign as Nation's No. 1 HBCU
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[ATLANTA] - Sept. 22, 2026 -Spelman College has been ranked No. 1 among the 2027 Best Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs) for the 20th consecutive year by U.S. News & World Report. The milestone extends Spelman's historic record of being named the nation's No. 1 HBCU every year since the HBCU rankings began. Thi more
2026 Virtual DCSA Security Conference Focuses on "Protect Our Potential" Through Partnership, Modernization and Mission Readiness
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency issued the following news:
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2026 Virtual DCSA Security Conference Focuses on "Protect Our Potential" Through Partnership, Modernization and Mission Readiness
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QUANTICO, Va. -The Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA) hosted the 2026 Virtual DCSA Security Conference Sept. 14-18, as cleared industry professionals, Department of War (DoW) security stakeholders and foreign ownership, control or infl more
Accenture Edge Collaborates with AWS to Help Mid-Market Organizations Harness AI and Accelerate Business Impact
SEATTLE, Washington, Sept. 22 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news:
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Accenture Edge Collaborates with AWS to Help Mid-Market Organizations Harness AI and Accelerate Business Impact
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NEW YORK; Sept. 22, 2026 -Accenture (NYSE: ACN), through its newly launched Accenture Edge business, today announced a new collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help mid-market companies accelerate technology transformation and drive measurable business impact, buil more
Actuation Systems and Methods
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- ILLUMINA, INC., San Diego, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744442 B2, initially filed May 24, 2024) developed by six inventors Beng Keong Ang, Singapore, Singapore; Heng Kuang Cheng, Singapore, Singapore; Boon Kheng Lim, Singapore, Singapore; Jian Kai Tan, Singapore, Singapore; Ai Wee Lee, Singapore, Singapore; and Jia Zhi Lim, Singapore, Singapore, for "Actuation systems and methods." more
Adaptive Rate Limiter Based on Transactional Heuristics and Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- PALO ALTO NETWORKS, INC., Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744761 B2, initially filed Jan. 18, 2024) developed by four inventors Manish Pathak, Milpitas, California; Krishna Murthy Pokuri, Sunnyvale, California; Parush Gera, Tampa, Florida; and Sankar muthu Paramasivam, Fremont, California, for "Adaptive rate limiter based on transactional heuristics and artificial intelligence." more
Aeroflow Health Urges CMS to Recognize and Expand Reimbursement for Lactation Services and Remote Monitoring
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Aeroflow Health 500 Ridgefield Ct Asheville, NC 28806-2262
September 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the P more
AI Camera
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- An inventor from Ji'an City, China, Yao Xiao has been awarded a design patent (No. US D1148842 S1, initially filed Sept. 30, 2025) for "AI camera." more
AI Control and Allocation of Network Resources
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- An inventor from Saratoga, California, Khue Duong has been awarded a patent (No. US 12744316 B2, initially filed July 3, 2024) for "AI control and allocation of network resources." more
AI doesn't make education less important, it is essential.
GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, Sept. 22 -- Davenport University posted the following news:
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AI doesn't make education less important, it is essential.
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As seen in Crain's Grand Rapids Business
Across every sector, leaders face the same challenge: How to move beyond AI hype and software rollouts toward real, scalable transformation, while staffing our companies and institutions with employees who combine AI skills with sound judgment.
At Davenport University, we have found success with both more
AI Healthcare Coalition Backs CMS Focus on Clinical Artificial Intelligence While Urging Refined Software Definitions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and more
AI-enabled Fraud Analysis
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- KPMG INTERNATIONAL SERVICES LTD., London, United Kingdom has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743707 B2, initially filed Jan. 9, 2025) developed by four inventors Jan Gelke, Berlin, Germany; Jon Gray, London, United Kingdom; Sebastian Stockle, Berlin, Germany; and Dennis Triepke, Berlin, Germany, for "AI-enabled fraud analysis." more
AI/ML Model Functionality in Handover Scenarios
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- NOKIA TECHNOLOGIES OY, Espoo, Finland has been assigned a patent (No. US 12745155 B2, initially filed Nov. 9, 2023) developed by three inventors Amaanat Ali, Espoo, Finland; Keeth Saliya Jayasinghe Laddu, Espoo, Finland; and Mihai Enescu, Espoo, Finland, for "AI/ML model functionality in handover scenarios." more
America's Contingency Corps Trains Against Drone Threat, Prepares for Future Battlefields
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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America's Contingency Corps Trains Against Drone Threat, Prepares for Future Battlefields
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The character of warfare is changing, and the growing use of unmanned aircraft systems on battlefields around the world is forcing militaries to adapt faster than ever.
At Fort Bragg, North Carolina, the XVIII Airborne Corps is taking on that challenge through Exercise Scarlet Dragon, which brings soldiers and indust more
American Federation of Teachers Issues Letter to Treasury Secretary Bessent
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 (TNSletter)-- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Teachers issued the following letter to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent.
Bessent is also the chair of the Financial Stability Oversight Council.
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 15, 2026
The Honorable Scott Bessent, Chair
Financial Stability Oversight Council
U.S. Department of the Treasury
1500 Pennsylvania Ave. N.W.
Washington, DC 20220
Dear Chair Bessent:
I am writing on behalf of 1.875 million A more
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Based Remediation of Storage Installation Errors
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- DELL PRODUCTS L.P., Round Rock, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743335 B1, initially filed March 24, 2025) developed by three inventors Michal Sara Davidson, Beit Shemesh, Israel; Shoham Levy, Pardes Hana-Karkur, Israel; and Ophir Jehoshua Buchman, Raanana, Israel, for "Artificial intelligence (AI) based remediation of storage installation errors." more
Artificial Intelligence Agents and Scripts as Targets of a Trigger for Executing Instructions
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- NOTION LABS, INC., San Francisco, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743312 B1, initially filed Nov. 12, 2025) developed by five inventors Quinn Hajime Johnson, Oakland, California; Sean Keenan, San Francisco, California; Eric Liu, San Francisco, California; Ryan Nystrom, San Francisco, California; and Simon Townsend-Last, New York, New York, for "Artificial intelligence agents and scripts as targets of a trigger for executing instructions." more
Artificial Intelligence Data Platform
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- NETAPP, INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743342 B2, initially filed June 9, 2025) developed by five inventors Arindam Banerjee, Pleasanton, California; Kiran Srinivasan, Los Gatos, California; Leela Shankar Tamma, San Ramon, California; Atul Ramesh Pandit, Los Gatos, California; and Ardalan Kangarlou, Cary, North Carolina, for "Artificial intelligence data platform." more
Artificial Intelligence Hardened Computers
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- STARIS AI, INC., Seattle, Washington has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743527 B2, initially filed Dec. 19, 2024) developed by Adam Cecchetti, Seattle, Washington, and Austin Fath, Falls Church, Virginia, for "Artificial intelligence hardened computers." more
Artificial Intelligence Powered, Semantic Preserving Conversion System for Hardware Dedicated Languages and Programmable Hardware
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- PROCESS CHAMP, LLC, Columbus, Ohio has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743068 B1, initially filed Aug. 8, 2023) developed by Janelle Ghanem, Columbus, Ohio, for "Artificial intelligence powered, semantic preserving conversion system for hardware dedicated languages and programmable hardware." more
As Data Centers Expand, Cities Weigh Growth Against Water, Energy and Community Concerns
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The National League of Cities issued the following news release:
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As Data Centers Expand, Cities Weigh Growth Against Water, Energy and Community Concerns
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WASHINGTON -As demand for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and cloud computing drives rapid data center development across the country, local more
Assemblies for Mounting Antenna Cables
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- OUTDOOR WIRELESS NETWORKS LLC, Richardson, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744368 B2, initially filed July 20, 2023) developed by six inventors Jiayong Wang, Shanghai, China; Matthew Severin, Grapevine, Texas; Charles John Mann, Omaha, Nebraska; ZhaoHui Liu, Suzhou, China; Bin Ai, Suzhou, China; and Jian Xu, Suzhou, China, for "Assemblies for mounting antenna cables." more
At Brown, Justin Trudeau discusses U.S.-Canada relations, global conflict and the power of storytelling
PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, Sept. 22 -- Brown University posted the following news:
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At Brown, Justin Trudeau discusses U.S.-Canada relations, global conflict and the power of storytelling
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PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] -Canadians are feeling "rightly destabilized" by the U.S. government's recent actions around trade and tariffs, which are also negatively affecting Americans, former Prime Minister of Canada Justin Trudeau said at Brown University on Tuesday, Sept. 22.
"There is a more
Biological Computing Co. Partners with AWS to Bring World's First Neuron-Derived AI Video Model to Market
SEATTLE, Washington, Sept. 22 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news:
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The Biological Computing Co. Partners with AWS to Bring World's First Neuron-Derived AI Video Model to Market
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SAN FRANCISCO | September 22, 2026 - The Biological Computing Co. (TBC), an applied biological computing company that uses real neurons to improve AI models, today announced a collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to deliver the world's first neuron-derived AI video mode more
Bonamici Introduces Human-Centered Framework to Provide Guardrails for AI in Education and Workforce
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Suzanne Bonamici, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Bonamici Introduces Human-Centered Framework to Provide Guardrails for AI in Education and Workforce
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WASHINGTON, DC [9/22/26] - Today Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici (D-OR) introduced comprehensive legislation to establish guardrails against AI risks in education and the workforce and invest in protections for students, educators, and workers.
The Artificial Intelligence Education and Workforc more
Business Travel Confidence Rebounds to Its Highest Level of 2026 as Industry Plans for Disciplined Growth
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 [Category: Travel] -- The Global Business Travel Association posted the following news release:
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Business Travel Confidence Rebounds to Its Highest Level of 2026 as Industry Plans for Disciplined Growth
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Improving expectations for trip spending, volume and revenue signal renewed momentum, while rising costs and geopolitical uncertainty continue to weigh on travel decisions, according to new GBTA industry poll
Business travel confidence has surged to its more
Carnegie Mellon University Reaches Historic High at No. 14 in U.S. News Rankings, Takes No. 1 Spot for Computer Science
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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Carnegie Mellon University Reaches Historic High at No. 14 in U.S. News Rankings, Takes No. 1 Spot for Computer Science
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Carnegie Mellon University has achieved its highest position in the U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, climbing six spots to No. 14 nationally in the 2027 list. The result marks a historic moment for CMU and reflects growing recognition of the university's acade more
Celebrating All Abilities events begin next month
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Sept. 22 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Celebrating All Abilities events begin next month
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Clemson University will host a slate of events in October as part of "Celebrating All Abilities" month to recognize the abilities of all faculty, staff and students.
Eleven events will be hosted throughout the month, both virtually and in person, featuring faculty and staff presentations on multiple disability awareness topics, including accessibility more
Ceremony marks Air Force birthday with focus on logistics, future readiness
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- The Defense Logistics Agency issued the following news:
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Ceremony marks Air Force birthday with focus on logistics, future readiness
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Current and former airmen at the McNamara Headquarters Complex marked the U.S. Air Force's 79th birthday Sept. 18 with a spotlight on the evolution of logistics and the opportunities it may present to future airmen.
The ceremony featured keynote addresses from Air Force Maj. Gen. Vanessa Dornhoefer, military more
Chief transformation officer to join AI Health Summit
SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, Sept. 22 [Category: BizHospital] -- Sanford Health posted the following news release:
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Chief transformation officer to join AI Health Summit
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As health systems move beyond individual AI pilots, the summit will bring together leaders focused on the future of care and the responsible adoption of emerging technology. Ibrahim will bring Sanford's perspective as the nation's largest rural health system, with an integrated care and coverage model spanning rural, ur more
Circle Foundation Announces Inaugural CDFI Grants to Accion Opportunity Fund and Pacific Community Ventures
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 22 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Circle Internet Financial, a financial technology firm, issued the following news release:
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Circle Foundation Announces Inaugural CDFI Grants to Accion Opportunity Fund and Pacific Community Ventures
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New funding backs AI-powered tools that expand access to capital for small businesses left behind by traditional lenders
NEW YORK -[September 22, 2026] -Circle Foundation, a philanthropic initiative supported by Circle more
City Colleges of Chicago Announces Free, Flexible Information Tech (IT) and Computer Courses
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 22 -- City Colleges of Chicago posted the following news:
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City Colleges of Chicago Announces Free, Flexible Information Tech (IT) and Computer Courses
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CHICAGO -(September 22, 2026) - City Colleges of Chicago is launching no cost computer and Information Technology (IT) continuing education courses to help Chicago residents build high-demand technical skills. The program offers flexible scheduling options, including evening and Saturday sessions, allowing peop more
Collaborative Generation of Cuttings Logs via Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- SCHLUMBERGER TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION, Sugar Land, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743761 B2, initially filed May 24, 2023) developed by seven inventors Sophie Androvandi, Paris, France; Karim Bondabou, Montpellier, France; Francois Wantz, Clamart, France; Matthias Francois, Clamart, France; Maryellen Loan, Quincy, Massachusetts; Tetsushi Yamada, Cambridge, Massachusetts; and Simone Di Santo, Dhahran, Saudi Arabia, for "Collaborative generation of cutt more
Collins College of Business jumps 26 spots in 2027 U.S. News rankings
TULSA, Oklahoma, Sept. 22 -- The University of Tulsa Collins College of Business posted the following news:
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Collins College of Business jumps 26 spots in 2027 U.S. News rankings
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The University of Tulsa's Collins College of Business advanced an impressive 26 spots in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, moving into the Top 200 undergraduate business programs.
Released Tuesday, the rankings are based on peer assessments from academic leaders across the country and measure ins more
Collins College of Business jumps 26 spots in 2027 U.S. News rankings
TULSA, Oklahoma, Sept. 22 -- The University of Tulsa posted the following news:
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Collins College of Business jumps 26 spots in 2027 U.S. News rankings
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The University of Tulsa's Collins College of Business advanced an impressive 26 spots in the latest U.S. News & World Report rankings, moving into the Top 200 undergraduate business programs.
Released Tuesday, the rankings are based on peer assessments from academic leaders across the country and measure institutional reputation and pr more
Comscore's latest AI Intelligence Report Shows Competition Intensifying as Claude and Gemini Gain Ground on ChatGPT
RESTON, Virginia, Sept. 22 [Category: BizConsulting] -- Comscore, a partner for planning, transacting and evaluating media across platforms, posted the following news release:
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Comscore's latest AI Intelligence Report Shows Competition Intensifying as Claude and Gemini Gain Ground on ChatGPT
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New report finds AI assistant adoption climbing across every age group, women continuing to lead usage on mobile, and early growth in ad monetization
New York, NY., September 22, 2026 -Comscore, more
Congressional Boating Caucus Briefing Highlights American Marine Innovation
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 22 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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Congressional Boating Caucus Briefing Highlights American Marine Innovation
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The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) joined the Congressional Boating Caucus on September 17 for a Capitol Hill briefing highlighting how American marine manufacturers are using new technology to make boating safer, smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.
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COP31 presidencies talk electrification while staying silent on fossil-fuel phase-out
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 22 [Category: Energy] -- 350.org, an organization that works to end the age of fossil fuels and build a community-led renewable energy, posted the following news release:
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COP31 presidencies talk electrification while staying silent on fossil-fuel phase-out
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350.org says Turkiye and Australia must match climate rhetoric with concrete action to end fossil-fuel expansion and deliver a just transition
COP31 co-presidents Turkiye and Australia are promoting el more
Corewell Health Opposes Medicare Payment Cuts and Policy Changes Threatening Access and Financial Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1 100 Corewell Drive NW | MC6481 | Grand Rapids, MI 49503 26901 Beaumont Boulevard | Southfield, MI 48033
September 10, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Sent electronically via: http://www.regulations.g more
Creighton named a top 100 national university
OMAHA, Nebraska, Sept. 22 -- Creighton University posted the following news:
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Creighton named a top 100 national university
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Creighton University rose to No. 100 among national universities in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges rankings, marking its highest position since joining the category in 2020. Creighton also ranked No. 55 among national private universities.
The top 100 recognition affirms Creighton's place among the nation's leading universities. Creighton comb more
Crexendo Expands AI Portfolio Through Meetric Partnership, Adding Omnichannel Conversation Intelligence for More Than 250 Platform Licensees
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 22 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Crexendo Expands AI Portfolio Through Meetric Partnership, Adding Omnichannel Conversation Intelligence for More Than 250 Platform Licensees
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Crexendo Inc. has announced a strategic partnership with Meetric, an AI-powered conversation intelligence platform. Meetric has also joined Crexendo's Ecosystem Vendor Program, expanding the AI-powered services available to Crex more
Deluzio Joins New Push to Stop Tax Giveaways for Data Centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Chris Deluzio, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Deluzio Joins New Push to Stop Tax Giveaways for Data Centers
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CARNEGIE, PA -Last week, Congressman Chris Deluzio (PA-17) helped introduce the Reverse Big Ugly Tax Breaks for Data Centers Act, which would reverse tax giveaways for data center development from the Republicans' One Big Beautiful Bill. Congressmembers Kristen McDonald Rivet (MI-08) and Don Davis (NC-01) lead the bill, and Congr more
DePuy Synthes Showcases Next-Generation Trauma Innovations at OTA 2026
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Sept. 22 [Category: BizHealth & Beauty] -- Johnson and Johnson posted the following news release:
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DePuy Synthes Showcases Next-Generation Trauma Innovations at OTA 2026
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[West Chester, PA - SEPTEMBER 22, 2026] - DePuy Synthes, a global leader in orthopaedic technologies and solutions, will showcase its latest trauma innovations at the 2026 Orthopaedic Trauma Association (OTA) Annual Meeting in Nashville, including four new VOLT(tm) plating systems, MAXFRAME more
Device Switching Method Based on Artificial Intelligence Computing Power Factory Value of Access Network Device, Terminal and Non-Transitory Computer-Readable Storage Medium
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- BEIJING XIAOMI MOBILE SOFTWARE CO., LTD., Beijing, China has been assigned a patent (No. US 12745148 B2, initially filed July 1, 2020) developed by Juejia Zhou, Beijing, China, for "Device switching method based on artificial intelligence computing power factory value of access network device, terminal and non-transitory computer-readable storage medium." more
Duckworth at Center for American Progress: "By Praising Xi, Trump is Leaving American Consumers and Our Indo-Pacific Partners Behind"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Tammy Duckworth, D-Illinois, issued the following news release:
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Duckworth at Center for American Progress: "By Praising Xi, Trump is Leaving American Consumers and Our Indo-Pacific Partners Behind"
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September 22, 2026
[WASHINGTON, D.C.] - Just two days ahead of President Donald Trump's meeting with President of the People's Republic of China (PRC) Xi Jinping at the White House, U.S. Senator Tammy Duckworth (D-IL) outlined the stakes of this Trump-Xi summi more
Emory Ranked Among Top National Universities by U.S. News
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 22 -- Emory University College of Arts and Sciences issued the following news:
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Emory ranked among top national universities by U.S. News
September 22, 2026
Emory University continues to be listed among the nation's top universities, coming in at No. 23 in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 "Best Colleges" rankings.
The rankings also list Emory at No. 19 for undergraduate teaching and No. 19 for "Best Value," which is based on academic value and cost. This distinc more
Emory School of Medicine and Georgia Tech Launch New MD/MS Dual-degree Program in Robotics
ATLANTA, Georgia, Sept. 22 -- Emory University School of Medicine issued the following news:
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Emory School of Medicine and Georgia Tech launch new MD/MS dual-degree program in robotics
September 22, 2026
ATLANTA - Emory University School of Medicine and the Georgia Institute of Technology have launched a new dual-degree program pairing a Doctor of Medicine (MD) from Emory with a Master of Science (MS) in Robotics from Georgia Tech. The five-year MD/MS in Robotics program offers medical more
ETHERFAX Expands its Solution Suite With AI-Enabled Fax Management Application, ETHERFAX Engage
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 22 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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ETHERFAX Expands its Solution Suite With AI-Enabled Fax Management Application, ETHERFAX Engage
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ETHERFAX has announced the expansion of its solution suite with ETHERFAX Engage, a modern web-based cloud faxing application. This announcement follows the strategic acquisition of Weave Cloud Solutions and the launch of ETHERFAX Flow earlier this spring.
The expansion o more
Filtering for Harmful Generative Artificial Intelligence Results
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- AMAZON TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Seattle, Washington has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743504 B2, initially filed Nov. 22, 2023) developed by nine inventors Vinayshekhar Bannihatti Kumar, Santa Clara, California; Sopan Khosla, Sunnyvale, California; Hayden Lawler, Arlington, Virginia; Siddharth Satish Goyal, Fairfax, Virginia; Rashmi Gangadharaiah, San Jose, California; Brijesh Luckria, Fayetteville, North Carolina; James W. Horsley, Carnation, Washington; Bhaskar more
Four UA Little Rock Programs Earn National Recognition in 2027 U.S. & World Report Best Colleges Rankings
LITTLE ROCK, Arkansas, Sept. 22 -- The University of Arkansas Little Rock campus issued the following news:
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Four UA Little Rock Programs Earn National Recognition in 2027 U.S. & World Report Best Colleges Rankings
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From business and computer science to nursing and psychology, University of Arkansas at Little Rock students are pursuing degrees from nationally recognized programs across a wide range of fields.
Four UA Little Rock undergraduate programs earned spots in the 2027 U.S. New more
FRC and FRC Action to Hold Pray Vote Stand Summit This Week
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Sociological] -- The Family Research Council issued the following news release:
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FRC and FRC Action to Hold Pray Vote Stand Summit This Week
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September 22, 2026
CONTACT: J.P. Duffy, (866) FRC-NEWS or (866)-372-6397
Leesburg, Virginia -Family Research Council and FRC Action will hold the Pray Vote Stand Summit this week (Sept. 24-26) at Cornerstone Chapel in Leesburg, Virginia. The Pray Vote Stand Summit will gather Christians from across the nation more
From forecasting to recovery: How USF hurricane research is building a more resilient Tampa Bay
ST. PETERSBURG, Florida, Sept. 22 -- The University of South Florida St. Petersburg campus posted the following news:
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From forecasting to recovery: How USF hurricane research is building a more resilient Tampa Bay
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At every stage of a storm, University of South Florida researchers and expertise help inform decisions, strengthen preparedness and support recovery. This vital work takes place during both active and quiet hurricane seasons to ensure storm readiness.
As an academic and ec more
FSU Department of Mathematics to host panel on intersection of AI and math research
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Sept. 22 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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FSU Department of Mathematics to host panel on intersection of AI and math research
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Florida State University will host a virtual conference exploring how recent developments in artificial intelligence are shaping the future of mathematical research and education.
"Mathematics at a Turning Point: AI, Research, and the Next Generation" kicks off Friday, Sept. 25 at 1:20 p.m. with experts in the field more
Future of energy tech takes off in Houston at Rice Alliance's Energy Tech Venture Forum
HOUSTON, Texas, Sept. 22 -- Rice University posted the following news release:
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Future of energy tech takes off in Houston at Rice Alliance's Energy Tech Venture Forum
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The 23rd annual Energy Tech Venture Forum (ETVF), hosted by the Rice Alliance for Technology and Entrepreneurship, welcomed 97 ventures to connect with investors, exchange ideas and explore opportunities for pilots, investment and collaboration.
The participating ventures represented different aspects of the energy te more
Future of the American University report charts a 'bold path forward'
ITHACA, New York, Sept. 22 (TNSrpt) -- Cornell University posted the following news:
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Future of the American University report charts a 'bold path forward'
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After a year of engaging with university stakeholders and at a critical moment for higher education in the United States, a faculty-led committee has offered its vision for fortifying Cornell's long-term future in the face of unprecedented challenges.
The Committee on the Future of the American University was charged by Provost Ka more
G2 Accelerates Go-to-Market Execution With New Buyer Intent and Customer Proof Solutions
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 22 [Category: BizConsulting] -- G2 issued the following news:
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G2 Accelerates Go-to-Market Execution With New Buyer Intent and Customer Proof Solutions
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AI has moved the buying decision earlier, and most go-to-market (GTM) teams are still built for the old timeline.
Buyers are researching earlier, shortlisting faster, and expecting more proof before they ever talk to sales. Our 2026 Buyer Behavior Report found that 82% of B2B buyers have used AI chatbots to so more
Generating Spatial-Temporal Representations of Digital Files Using Artificial Intelligence Techniques
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- DELL PRODUCTS L.P., Round Rock, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743469 B2, initially filed Jan. 24, 2025) developed by three inventors Zijia Wang, London, United Kingdom; Srinath Kappgal, Cork, Ireland; and Jing Yu, Shanghai, China, for "Generating spatial-temporal representations of digital files using artificial intelligence techniques." more
Generative Artificial Intelligence Upsell Engine
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- AMERICAN EXPRESS TRAVEL RELATED SERVICES COMPANY, INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743711 B2, initially filed Nov. 4, 2024) developed by Alaric M. Eby, Scottsdale, Arizona, and Andras L. Ferenczi, Scottsdale, Arizona, for "Generative artificial intelligence upsell engine." more
George Mason ranks #1 in Virginia and Top 50 nationally for innovation, according to U.S. News
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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George Mason ranks #1 in Virginia and Top 50 nationally for innovation, according to U.S. News
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George Mason University stands out nationally for innovation and cybersecurity, while expanding access to innovative academic programs and opportunities in higher education. According to U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges 2027 released today, George Mason ranks No. 1 in Virginia and among the nation's to more
Global Banks Collaborate on Principles for Trusted Agentic Commerce
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Sept. 22 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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Global Banks Collaborate on Principles for Trusted Agentic Commerce
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#Key points
* ASB Bank, Bank of America, Capital One, Commonwealth Bank of Australia, ING Group and NatWest Group unite to publish a set of joint principles as agentic commerce is poised to reshape the future of payments.
* The principles are designed to help guide more
Head and Neck Assembly of a Robot
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- FIGURE AI INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12741382 B2, initially filed Jan. 22, 2025) developed by three inventors David McCall, Sunnyvale, California; Sydney Hardy, Sunnyvale, California; and Katarina Rodak, Sunnyvale, California, for "Head and neck assembly of a robot." more
Heteroassociative Retrieval-Augmented Stores for AI Processing
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- NVIDIA CORPORATION, Santa Clara, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743425 B2, initially filed Sept. 19, 2024) developed by Sugandha Sharma, Cambridge, Massachusetts, for "Heteroassociative retrieval-augmented stores for AI processing." more
Human Rights Campaign and Human Rights Campaign Foundation Welcome New LGBTQ+ Champions to Their Boards of Directors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Political] -- The Human Rights Campaign posted the following news release:
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Human Rights Campaign and Human Rights Campaign Foundation Welcome New LGBTQ+ Champions to Their Boards of Directors
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These seven new board members bring specialized expertise and years of experience in advocacy that will help the organization in its mission to advance LGBTQ+ equality
WASHINGTON -Today, the Human Rights Campaign (HRC) and the Human Rights Campaign Foundation (HR more
John Carroll University Rises to No. 1 University in the Midwest in 2027 U.S. News & World Report Rankings
UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS, Ohio, Sept. 22 -- John Carroll University posted the following news:
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John Carroll University Rises to No. 1 University in the Midwest in 2027 U.S. News & World Report Rankings
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John Carroll University has been ranked the No. 1 Regional University (Midwest) in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, up from No. 2 last year.
The No. 1 ranking builds on more than three decades of recognition from U.S. News & World Report, with John Carroll ranking more
Keep US Posted Urges DOL to Reject Electronic Disclosure Default to Protect Participants Postal Service and Economy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Keith Sonderling
Acting Secretary
Office of the Secretary
U.S. Department of Labor
Frances Perkins Building
200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20210
Re: Electronic Disclosure by Group Health Plans Under ERISA RIN 1210-AC35 29 CFR Parts 2520 and 2560
Dear Acting Secretary Sonder more
LAST MILE / SAFE MILE?: Economic Liberties Cohosts Worker Roundtable on Problems Facing Last-Mile Drivers in New York City
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Economic Liberties Project posted the following news release:
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LAST MILE / SAFE MILE?: Economic Liberties Cohosts Worker Roundtable on Problems Facing Last-Mile Drivers in New York City
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Featuring Council Member Tiffany Caban and Commissioner Samuel A.A. Levine
New York City, NY -The American Economic Liberties Project and Teamsters Local 804 are joining forces for Last Mile / Safe Mile?, a roundtable bringing together cur more
Latent Feature Based Model Bias Mitigation in Artificial Intelligence Systems
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- FAIR ISAAC CORPORATION, Minneapolis, Minnesota has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743601 B2, initially filed Sept. 13, 2021) developed by Scott Michael Zoldi, San Diego, California, and Shafi Ur Rahman, San Diego, California, for "Latent feature based model bias mitigation in artificial intelligence systems." more
Manual Heat Press Machine
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- HUNAN SIJIU TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD, Hunan Province, China has been assigned a design patent (No. US D1148818 S1, initially filed Dec. 29, 2023) developed by Min Ai, Changde, China, and Wenxiong Huang, Huazhou, China, for "Manual heat press machine." more
Marist University and IBM Launch Innovation Incubator with IBM z17, Expanding 50-Year Partnership to Advance AI Research and Student Career Readiness
ARMONK, New York, Sept. 22 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- IBM issued the following news release:
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Marist University and IBM Launch Innovation Incubator with IBM z17, Expanding 50-Year Partnership to Advance AI Research and Student Career Readiness
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POUGHKEEPSIE, N.Y., Sept. 22, 2026 -Marist University and IBM (NYSE: IBM) today announced a new Innovation Incubator that will prepare students across fields of study to lead in a rapidly evolving digital economy. The incubator, the l more
Marking of Generative Artificial Intelligence Generated or Modified Content
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- TENCENT AMERICA LLC, Palo Alto, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744940 B2, initially filed Oct. 1, 2024) developed by Stephan Wenger, Palo Alto, California, and Arianne Hinds, Palo Alto, California, for "Marking of generative artificial intelligence generated or modified content." more
Method and Apparatus for Collaborative Task Planning for Artificial Intelligence Agents
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- ELECTRONICS AND TELECOMMUNICATIONS RESEARCH INSTITUTE, Daejeon, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743305 B2, initially filed May 3, 2023) developed by Yong-Ju Lee, Daejeon, South Korea, for "Method and apparatus for collaborative task planning for artificial intelligence agents." more
Method and Apparatus for Fake Fingerprints Generation, and Training Method of Artificial Intelligence for Identifying Fake Fingerprints
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- SUPREMA INC., Seongnam-si, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743873 B2, initially filed Dec. 12, 2024) developed by five inventors Beom Jun Kim, Seongnam-si, South Korea; Jong Man Lee, Seongnam-si, South Korea; Hochul Shin, Seongnam-si, South Korea; Jae Hyun Park, Seongnam-si, South Korea; and Young Mook Kang, Seongnam-si, South Korea, for "Method and apparatus for fake fingerprints generation, and training method of artificial intelligence for i more
Method and Apparatus for Predicting Test Scores
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- SOCRA AI INC., Seoul, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743963 B2, initially filed July 20, 2022) developed by Han Gyeol Yu, Seoul, South Korea, for "Method and apparatus for predicting test scores." more
Method and Apparatus for Supporting Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning in Wireless Communication System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- SAMSUNG ELECTRONICS CO., LTD., Suwon-si, South Korea has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744713 B2, initially filed Jan. 31, 2024) developed by Chadi Khirallah, Staines, United Kingdom, and Joan Pujol Roig, Staines, United Kingdom, for "Method and apparatus for supporting artificial intelligence and machine learning in wireless communication system." more
Method and System for Evaluating Integration of Responsible AI With LLM Operations
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- ACCENTURE GLOBAL SOLUTIONS LIMITED, Dublin, Ireland has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743579 B2, initially filed Aug. 28, 2024) developed by Kamakshi Subramaniam, Rochester, Minnesota, and Atish Shankar Ray, Herndon, Virginia, for "Method and system for evaluating integration of responsible AI with LLM operations." more
Method and System for Multi-Level Artificial Intelligence Supercomputer Design Featuring Sequencing of Large Language Models
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- Two inventors, Vijay Madisetti, Alpharetta, Georgia, and Arshdeep Bahga, Chandigarh, India, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12743451 B2, initially filed July 17, 2025) for "Method and system for multi-level artificial intelligence supercomputer design featuring sequencing of large language models." more
Method and System for Optimizing Use of Retrieval Augmented Generation Pipelines in Generative Artificial Intelligence Applications
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- Two inventors, Vijay Madisetti, Alpharetta, Georgia, and Arshdeep Bahga, Chandigarh, India, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12743452 B2, initially filed Oct. 1, 2025) for "Method and system for optimizing use of retrieval augmented generation pipelines in generative artificial intelligence applications." more
MIT named the nation's top university by U.S. News for 2026-27
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 22 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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MIT named the nation's top university by U.S. News for 2026-27
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U.S. News and World Report has designated MIT as the top school in its annual rankings of the nation's best universities, announced today.
Among the academic specialties that U.S. News evaluates, MIT's engineering program continues to lead the rankings of undergraduate engineering programs at a doctoral institution more
Mobile Device Management Using Artificial Intelligence
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- LENOVO (UNITED STATES) INC., Morrisville, North Carolina has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743495 B2, initially filed Sept. 26, 2024) developed by Xueshi Wang, Cary, North Carolina, and Andrew Hansen, Raleigh, North Carolina, for "Mobile device management using artificial intelligence." more
MTSU Applied Philosophy Lyceum to explore 'Digital Cave' of algorithms
MURFREESBORO, Tennessee, Sept. 22 -- Middle Tennessee State University posted the following news:
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MTSU Applied Philosophy Lyceum to explore 'Digital Cave' of algorithms
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MURFREESBORO, Tenn. -Middle Tennessee State University's Applied Philosophy Lyceum speaker John Kaag (pronounced kag) will explore how the digital landscape is manipulating what people think, read and accept as reality.
Kaag, Donahue Professor of the Arts and professor of philosophy at the University of Massachusetts more
Multi-Modal Document Type Classification Systems and Methods
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- BASE64.AI, INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743902 B2, initially filed April 26, 2023) developed by ten inventors Ozan Eren Bilgen, New York, New York; Alperen Sahin, Istanbul, Turkey; Mustafa Batuhan Ceylan, Balikesir, Turkey; Begum Yalcin, Amsterdam, Netherlands; Can Korkut, Ankara, Turkey; Hasan Huseyin Kacmaz, Munich, Germany; Ihsan Soydemir, Munich, Germany; Bryan Contreras Herrera, New York, New York; Mizane Johnson-Bowman, Voo more
National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching Backs CMS Proposal for National Coaching Payment Pathway
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, Maryland 21244-1816
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment
Dear more
Neural Networks Estimation of a Distance to a Marine Object Using Camera
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- ORCA AI LTD, Tel Aviv, Israel has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743809 B2, initially filed March 23, 2023) developed by five inventors Dor Raviv, Tel Aviv, Israel; Anton Yurkov, Ramat Gan, Israel; Yonathan Nativ, Tel Aviv, Israel; Doron Weiss, Tel Mond, Israel; and Shoshana Ben-Maor, Tel Aviv, Israel, for "Neural networks estimation of a distance to a marine object using camera." more
New Bipartisan AI Safety Bill Will Move U.S. and China Beyond the "Red Phone"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Sam Liccardo, D-California, issued the following news release:
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New Bipartisan AI Safety Bill Will Move U.S. and China Beyond the "Red Phone"
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressmen Sam Liccardo (D-CA) and Kevin Kiley (I-CA) will introduce legislation to establish U.S.-China coordination on frontier artificial intelligence safety.
The proposal advances that work on two tracks: clearing legal barriers so that top American experts in AI labs, companies, univ more
New translational research awards aim to redefine health for women
DALLAS, Texas, Sept. 22 [Category: Health Care] -- The American Heart Association posted the following news release:
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New translational research awards aim to redefine health for women
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DALLAS, September 22, 2026 -Despite decades of progress in cardiovascular science, women continue to face significant gaps in research, diagnosis and treatment, according to a report published by the American Heart Association and the McKinsey Health Institute. To help close those gaps, the American Hea more
New Wake Forest quantum lab takes research to the next level
WINSTON-SALEM, North Carolina, Sept. 22 -- Wake Forest University posted the following news:
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New Wake Forest quantum lab takes research to the next level
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#HIGHLIGHTS
* The Nano and Quantum Technologies Laboratory features an ISO 5-certified cleanroom and an advanced spectroscopy facility.
* Led by physics professor David Carroll, NanoteQ is driving breakthrough research into silicon-based qubits and room-temperature quantum processors.
* NanoteQ provides hands-on, high-level re more
Northwestern University: Resurgence of Nuclear Power - Expert Available
EVANSTON, Illinois, Sept. 22 -- Northwestern University posted the following news release:
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Resurgence of nuclear power: Expert available
'Supply chains are being reestablished and workers trained, but there's still a way to go'
September 22, 2026
EVANSTON, Ill. -- As technology companies race to build energy-hungry AI data centers, they increasingly are turning to nuclear power for the enormous amounts of around-the-clock electricity those facilities require.
This month alone, Google more
Notre Dame Athletics Partners with Cisco on Network Refresh
SAN JOSE, California, Sept. 22 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Cisco issued the following news release:
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Notre Dame Athletics Partners with Cisco on Network Refresh
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SAN JOSE, Calif., and SOUTH BEND, Ind. -September 22, 2026 -Cisco (NASDAQ: CSCO) and Notre Dame Athletics today announced a multi-year partnership to modernize the University of Notre Dame's network, delivering advanced connectivity, resiliency and operational efficiency powered by Cisco's latest networking technolog more
Ohio State moves up in ranking of nation's top universities
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 22 -- Ohio State University posted the following news:
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Ohio State moves up in ranking of nation's top universities
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The Ohio State University ranked first in Ohio and 14th nationally among public universities in the 2027 Best Colleges rankings from U.S. News & World Report - up one spot from the 2026 rankings.
Ohio State is also ranked 17th in the nation in the new Best Value Schools for In-State Students category. The university also ranked 44th overall among m more
Physicists crack the math connecting ultraslow quantum magnetism to ultrafast black-hole physics
BUFFALO, New York, Sept. 22 -- The University at Buffalo (State University of New York) posted the following news release:
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Physicists crack the math connecting ultraslow quantum magnetism to ultrafast black-hole physics
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Concept of quantum fluctuations, depicted as a dynamic, ever-changing 3D terrain.
An interpretation of quantum fluctuations, depicted as a dynamic, ever-changing 3D terrain. A University at Buffalo-led study found that such fluctuations play a role in the transition more
Podcast: SHASS's special sauce
CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, Sept. 22 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology posted the following news:
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Podcast: SHASS's special sauce
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Following World War II, the MIT faculty convened a committee to assess the Institute's principles of education and their relevance "in a new era emerging from social upheaval and the disasters of war." One of the outcomes of this pivotal report was the establishment of the School of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences (SHASS). MIT News convened a more
Predicting Targeted, Agency-Specific Recovery Events Using Trained Artificial Intelligence Processes
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- THE TORONTO-DOMINION BANK, Toronto, Canada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743486 B2, initially filed March 31, 2022) developed by eight inventors Jonathan Anders James Smith, Toronto, Canada; David Christopher O'Grady, Embrun, Canada; Peiwen Zhong, Toronto, Canada; Syeda Suhailah Rahman, Mississauga, Canada; Eric Pelletier, Ottowa, Canada; Jung Hoon Baek, Markham, Canada; Maksims Volkovs, Toronto, Canada; and Tomi Johan Poutanen, Toronto, Canada, for "Pre more
Prompt Engineering for Artificial Intelligence Assisted Industrial Automation Device Configuration
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- ROCKWELL AUTOMATION TECHNOLOGIES, INC., Mayfield Heights, Ohio has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743061 B2, initially filed June 28, 2023) developed by ten inventors Michael J. Anthony, Milwaukee, Wisconsin; Clark L. Case, Aurora, Ohio; Michael P. D'Amico, East Troy, Wisconsin; Taryl J. Jasper, South Euclid, Ohio; Eryn Amara Danielle Manela, Ceveland Heights, Ohio; David C. Mazur, Mequon, Wisconsin; Jonathan A. Mills, Mayfield Heights, Ohio; Nathaniel S. Sand more
Protected Remote Distribution of Artificial Intelligence Agents Using Secure Tunnels
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- Two inventors, John Manton, Alpharetta, Georgia, and Gregory Roberts, Dunwoody, Georgia, have been awarded a patent (No. US 12744783 B1, initially filed Sept. 24, 2025) for "Protected remote distribution of artificial intelligence agents using secure tunnels." more
Purdue ranks as nation's fourth most innovative public university and strengthens its position as a top 10 engineering school
WEST LAFAYETTE, Indiana, Sept. 22 -- Purdue University issued the following news release:
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Purdue ranks as nation's fourth most innovative public university and strengthens its position as a top 10 engineering school
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WEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -Purdue University saw record gains and rankings for several of its key undergraduate programs in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Colleges rankings. Ranked No. 8 for undergraduate engineering with five programs in the top five, Purdue also saw ga more
Radiating Elements Having Dipole Arms With Cloaked Dielectric Loading Elements and Base Station Antennas Including Such Radiating Elements
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- OUTDOOR WIRELESS NETWORKS LLC, Richardson, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744329 B2, initially filed Feb. 15, 2024) developed by four inventors Xiangyang Ai, Plano, Texas; Chengcheng Tang, Murphy, Texas; Zeeshan Qamar, Richardson, Texas; and Rui An, Allen, Texas, for "Radiating elements having dipole arms with cloaked dielectric loading elements and base station antennas including such radiating elements." more
Ricoh to Construct New Manufacturing Facility in Japan to Accelerate Growth of Its Inkjet Business
KANSAS CITY, Missouri, Sept. 22 [Category: Business] -- The Business Technology Association posted the following news:
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Ricoh to Construct New Manufacturing Facility in Japan to Accelerate Growth of Its Inkjet Business
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Ricoh Co. Ltd. has announced plans to construct a new facility at its Atsugi Manufacturing Site in Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan, to accelerate the growth of its inkjet business and strengthen its supply capabilities to meet growing demand for high-quality inkjet heads. Co more
Route Advertisement and Entertainment System With AI Function
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- An inventor from Scottsdale, Arizona, Charles Isgar has been awarded a patent (No. US 12743715 B2, initially filed Jan. 27, 2025) for "Route advertisement and entertainment system with AI function." more
RSM US Middle Market Business Index Holds Near Recent Highs as Rising Profits and Business Investment Sustain Optimism
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 22 [Category: BizConsulting] -- RSM U.S., an independent audit, tax and consulting firm, issued the following news release:
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RSM US Middle Market Business Index Holds Near Recent Highs as Rising Profits and Business Investment Sustain Optimism
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Strong capital spending positions businesses for growth in an economy increasingly shaped by AI
CHICAGO - (Sept. 22, 2026) - The RSM US Middle Market Business Index (MMBI) remained near recent highs, registering at 111 more
Salk Institute moves deeper-rooted crop research from lab discovery to field testing
LA JOLLA, California, Sept. 22 -- The Salk Institute for Biological Studies issued the following news release:
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Salk Institute moves deeper-rooted crop research from lab discovery to field testing
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* The Bezos Earth Fund is granting $18 million for ROOTS, a three-year Salk project to test deeper-rooted, more resilient crops that can store more carbon in soil
* The project builds on six years of work through Salk's Harnessing Plants Initiative, which has identified 347 more
Secure AI Operations
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- 01 QUANTUM INC., Toronto, Canada has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744764 B1, initially filed Sept. 26, 2025) developed by Andrew Cheung, Toronto, Canada, and Alexey Shpurov, Toronto, Canada, for "Secure AI operations." more
Simple visual patterns can trick AI-powered vehicles and robots, UF research finds
GAINESVILLE, Florida, Sept. 22 -- The University of Florida posted the following news:
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Simple visual patterns can trick AI-powered vehicles and robots, UF research finds
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A simple pattern of black-and-white stripes could cause an autonomous vehicle or robot to misjudge how far away an obstacle is, potentially triggering an unexpected maneuver or even a collision, according to new University of Florida research.
The finding exposes a previously overlooked vulnerability in the technolo more
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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Simulated nuclear facilities offer hands-on cybersecurity learning
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Historically, nuclear power plants have been controlled using analog tools, such as switches that can be physically adjusted. While the advent of new digital systems has improved the operations efficiency and safety of nuclear facilities, these systems introduce the newfound risk of cyberattacks.
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Single Axis Conductive Flexible Printed Circuit Board Stiffener
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- SESAME AI, INC., Los Angeles, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12745345 B1, initially filed Sept. 22, 2025) developed by Brian Scott Lau, Bellevue, Washington, and Matthew DeVoe, Bellevue, Washington, for "Single axis conductive flexible printed circuit board stiffener." more
Stanford University: Bacteria-killing Polymers Could Be a New Class of Antibiotics
STANFORD, California, Sept. 22 -- Stanford University issued the following news:
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September 21st, 2026
Bacteria-killing polymers could be a new class of antibiotics
Researchers used AI to identify promising candidates for antibiotics less prone to resistance.
In brief
* Small proteins, called peptides, could be an excellent tool to kill harmful bacteria without causing antibiotic resistance because they destroy bacteria physically, rather than chemically.
* The problem is that peptid more
Support Tools for Autonomous Vehicle Testing
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- FIVE AI LIMITED, Cambridge, United Kingdom has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743367 B2, initially filed June 8, 2022) developed by four inventors Tim Young, Cambridge, United Kingdom; Ben Graves, Cambridge, United Kingdom; Maurizio Morriello, Cambridge, United Kingdom; and Jamie Cruickshank, Cambridge, United Kingdom, for "Support tools for autonomous vehicle testing." more
System and Method for Recommending Through an on the Box (OTB) Artificial Intelligence (AI) Productivity Tool to Replace a Memory Device to Avoid Occurrence of a Detected Error
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- DELL PRODUCTS LP, Round Rock, Texas has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743354 B2, initially filed Oct. 20, 2024) developed by three inventors Balasingh Ponraj Samuel, Round Rock, Texas; Daniel L. Hamlin, Round Rock, Texas; and Srikanth Kondapi, Austin, Texas, for "System and method for recommending through an on the box (OTB) artificial intelligence (AI) productivity tool to replace a memory device to avoid occurrence of a detected error." more
Systems and Methods for AI-Gating Continuous Authorization and Execution Control
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- An inventor from Santa Monica, California, Michael Reynard has been awarded a patent (No. US 12743537 B1, initially filed March 4, 2026) for "Systems and methods for AI-Gating continuous authorization and execution control." more
Systems and Methods for Managing Privacy of Artificial Intelligence Training Data
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- ADEIA GUIDES INC., San Jose, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743548 B2, initially filed Dec. 5, 2024) developed by four inventors Charles Dasher, Lawrenceville, Georgia; Mareeta Mathai, San Jose, California; Christopher Phillips, Hartwell, Georgia; and Jean-Yves Couleaud, Mission Viejo, California, for "Systems and methods for managing privacy of artificial intelligence training data." more
Systems and Methods for Processing Electronic Images With Metadata Integration
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- PAIGE.AI, INC., New York, New York has been assigned a patent (No. US 12744115 B2, initially filed July 29, 2022) developed by four inventors Patricia Raciti, New York, New York; Jeremy Daniel Kunz, New York, New York; Christopher Kanan, Pittsford, New York; and Zahra Ebrahimzadeh, New York, New York, for "Systems and methods for processing electronic images with metadata integration." more
Techniques for Behavioral Pairing in a Task Assignment System With an External Pairing System
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- AFINITI AI LIMITED, Dublin, Ireland has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743306 B2, initially filed March 7, 2024) developed by Ain Chishty, Rockville, Maryland, and Hassan Afzal, Bethesda, Maryland, for "Techniques for behavioral pairing in a task assignment system with an external pairing system." more
Texas A&M College of Veterinary Medicine: A Legacy Of Discovery, A Future of Innovation
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Sept. 22 -- Texas A&M University College of Veterinary Medicine and Biomedical Sciences issued the following news release:
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A Legacy Of Discovery, A Future Of Innovation
Sep. 22, 2026
From early disease detection to genome engineering, VMBS researchers have spent more than a century solving the evolving challenges of animal and human health.
More than a century ago, veterinary research at Texas A&M was driven by necessity -- scientists worked closely with produ more
Texas A&M Engineering: Truong Receives Prestigious Los Alamos Fellowship
COLLEGE STATION, Texas, Sept. 22 -- The Texas A&M University College of Engineering issued the following news:
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Truong receives prestigious Los Alamos fellowship
Los Alamos National Laboratory (LANL) has selected Toan Truong for its Director's Postdoctoral Fellowship for his work in the advanced metal manufacturing facility in the mechanical engineering department at Texas A&M University.
Sep. 22, 2026 By Jason Carranza, Contributor
Toan Truong, Ph.D. candidate in the J. Mike Walker ' more
The materials we rely on every day could become more reliable thanks to AI
BOULDER, Colorado, Sept. 22 -- The University of Colorado Boulder campus posted the following news:
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The materials we rely on every day could become more reliable thanks to AI
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Humans trust dozens of tiny materials each day with their lives and livelihoods-without being able to see the fine details of how durable they are.
Tiny carbon particles mixed with rubber in car tires help distribute heat when we speed up on a highway. And billions of nanoscale switches run the chips in our sma more
The new Mac mini and Mac Studio are available today
CUPERTINO, California, Sept. 22 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Apple, a provider of consumer electronics, computer software and online services, posted the following news:
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The new Mac mini and Mac Studio are available today
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Starting today, the new Mac mini and Mac Studio, both powered by the latest Apple silicon, are now available. Customers can shop and discover the new Mac mini, Apple's most versatile Mac, which features the all-new M6 and M5 Pro. The ultracompact do-it-all more
They Developed an AI Tool to Detect Online Job Ads Linked to Human Trafficking
LOS ANGELES, California, Sept. 22 -- The University of Southern California Viterbi School of Engineering posted the following news:
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They Developed an AI Tool to Detect Online Job Ads Linked to Human Trafficking
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Detecting online job boards and job ads with human trafficking risks (Credit: Dall-E)
Getting frustrated after applying to thousands of jobs on LinkedIn and never hearing back?
USC graduate student Siyi Zhou was one of them, struggling to land internships and jobs.
She turn more
U.S. Energy Storage Market Posts Record 18.9 GWh in Q2 as Longer-Duration Systems Drive Growth
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Energy] -- The American Clean Power Association posted the following news release:
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U.S. Energy Storage Market Posts Record 18.9 GWh in Q2 as Longer-Duration Systems Drive Growth
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* The U.S. installed 5.4 GW/18.9 GWh of battery energy storage systems in Q2 2026.
* Total GW installations down 7%, but GWh up 17% year-over-year. A new record.
* National average duration of systems increased from 2.8 hours to 3.5 hours year-over-year.
* Annual US ener more
U.S. News & World Report 2027 Ranks Moravian University Amongst Best Colleges
BETHLEHEM, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Moravian University issued the following news release:
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U.S. News & World Report 2027 Ranks Moravian University Amongst Best Colleges
BETHLEHEM, PA - Sept. 22, 2026- Today, Moravian University announced that it has been recognized across multiple categories in the U.S. News & World Report 2027 Best Colleges rankings. Moravian earned the #29 spot among Regional Universities (North), marking a nine-spot jump from #38 in the 2026 rankings.
Now in its 42 more
UC San Diego Holds Steady as Nation's No. 6 Public University
LA JOLLA, California, Sept. 22 -- The University of California San Diego campus posted the following news:
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UC San Diego Holds Steady as Nation's No. 6 Public University
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For the fourth consecutive year, the University of California San Diego has been named the country's sixth best public university by U.S. News & World Report in its annual Best Colleges rankings. UC San Diego also held steady at No. 29 among more than 400 national universities overall -for the third consecutive year.
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UC-Irvine Places Eighth Among Nation's Best Public Universities
IRVINE, California, Sept. 22 -- The University of California Irvine campus issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
UC Irvine places eighth among nation's best public universities
U.S. News & World Report rankings mark campus's 12th straight year in top 10
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Irvine, Calif., Sept. 22, 2026 -- For the 12th year running, the University of California, Irvine has landed among the top 10 public universities in the country, placing eighth in U.S. News & World Report's 2027 list more
UCF Ranks No. 5 Most Innovative Public Universities, Most Innovative in Florida
ORLANDO, Florida, Sept. 22 -- The University of Central Florida posted the following news:
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UCF Ranks No. 5 Most Innovative Public Universities, Most Innovative in Florida
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#Highlights
* Today, U.S. News & World Report released its 2027 Best Colleges rankings, in which UCF earned recognition for:
* No. 5 Most Innovative Public University in the nation and first in Florida
* Top 10 public universities for Best Undergraduate Research/Creative Projects
* Top 15 public universities more
UGA alum Gaana Nagaraj drives global food innovation and recipe development for Chick-fil-A
ATHENS, Georgia, Sept. 22 -- The University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences posted the following news:
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UGA alum Gaana Nagaraj drives global food innovation and recipe development for Chick-fil-A
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University of Georgia food science expert Faith Critzer has been named head of the Department of Food Science and Technology effective Aug. 1.
Critzer, who had served as interim department head since fall 2025, succeeds Manpreet Singh, who was named associate de more
UI builds on tradition as nation's top public university for writing
IOWA CITY, Iowa, Sept. 22 -- The University of Iowa College of Liberal Arts and Sciences posted the following news:
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UI builds on tradition as nation's top public university for writing
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The University of Iowa remains the nation's top public university for writing in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings. Ranked No. 10 overall in writing in the disciplines, Iowa has been recognized as the best public university for six consecutive years.
Iowa also maintains top 10 more
UMass Amherst Moves Up Five Spots to No. 24 on U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Public Universities
AMHERST, Massachusetts, Sept. 22 -- The University of Massachusetts posted the following news:
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UMass Amherst Moves Up Five Spots to No. 24 on U.S. News & World Report's 2027 Best Public Universities
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The University of Massachusetts Amherst moved up five spots to No. 24 nationally on U.S. News & World Report's Top Public Universities 2027 and is the only public institution in New England to place in the Top 30. For the past 13 years, UMass Amherst has been ranked as a Top 30 public uni more
UMSL research grants support financial well-being across campus and community
ST. LOUIS, Missouri, Sept. 22 -- The University of Missouri St. Louis campus posted the following news:
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UMSL research grants support financial well-being across campus and community
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CJ Jones couldn't have anticipated that a program through the University of Missouri-St. Louis would provide the funding necessary to pursue a passion project. But given the longstanding relationship with the university, Jones also was not surprised by the high level of support.
Currently a doctoral stud more
University of Maryland Ranks No. 17 Among Public Universities by U.S. News & World Report
COLLEGE PARK, Maryland, Sept. 22 -- The University of Maryland issued the following news release:
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University of Maryland Ranks No. 17 Among Public Universities by U.S. News & World Report
Recognized for in-state value, UMD is also a top 50 "Best College" overall
September 22, 2026
COLLEGE PARK, Md. - The University of Maryland is No. 17 among public universities in the influential 2027 "Best Colleges" guide by U.S. News & World Report--a top-20 placement for the seventh year in a row more
UNLV Arts Degree Designed for Leaders and Entrepreneurs
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 22 -- The University of Nevada Las Vegas campus posted the following news:
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UNLV Arts Degree Designed for Leaders and Entrepreneurs
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From sporting events and music festivals to entertainment companies and nonprofit arts organizations, the Las Vegas economy relies on professionals who can combine artistic vision with organizational leadership. These professionals manage productions, market events, coordinate artists, and build businesses behind the scenes.
To p more
UNM's BBER presents the 28th Annual New Mexico Data Users Conference
ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Sept. 22 -- The University of New Mexico posted the following news:
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UNM's BBER presents the 28th Annual New Mexico Data Users Conference
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Registration is now open for the 28th Annual New Mexico Data Users Conference on Wednesday, Nov. 18 hosted by The Data Bank at The University of New Mexico's Bureau of Business and Economic Research (BBER). Join BBER for a day of learning, sharing and networking around data. The conference will cover both local New Mexico da more
USD Announces Governor's Research in Aging Center of Excellence
VERMILLION, South Dakota, Sept. 22 -- The University of South Dakota posted the following news:
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USD Announces Governor's Research in Aging Center of Excellence
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The Governor's Research Center program has awarded funding to an interdisciplinary team of faculty experts led by the University of South Dakota to develop the Governor's Research in Aging Center of Excellence.
GRACE brings together faculty from USD, Dakota State University, Northern State University, South Dakota State Unive more
Using Generative Artificial Intelligence to Edit Images Based on Contextual Data
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- GOOGLE LLC, Mountain View, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743581 B2, initially filed Aug. 26, 2024) developed by Pradyumna Narayana, Bothell, Washington, and Garima Pruthi, San Jose, California, for "Using generative artificial intelligence to edit images based on contextual data." more
UTMB collaborates with OpenEvidence to integrate AI platform directly into clinical workflows
GALVESTON, Texas, Sept. 22 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release:
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UTMB collaborates with OpenEvidence to integrate AI platform directly into clinical workflows
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The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) and OpenEvidence today announced a collaboration that brings evidence-based artificial intelligence directly into clinicians' everyday workflows, giving UTMB physicians and other clinical users secure access to cited medical evidence from withi more
UTMB president highlights brain health, AI, and primary care at Global Brain Economy Summit
GALVESTON, Texas, Sept. 22 -- The University of Texas Medical Branch issued the following news release:
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UTMB president highlights brain health, AI, and primary care at Global Brain Economy Summit
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Jochen Reiser, MD, PhD, president of The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) and CEO of the UTMB Health System, called for a fundamental rethinking of healthcare delivery centered on brain health, primary care, and responsible use of artificial intelligence during a panel discussion at more
Vanderbilt Health to lead nationwide initiative to improve outcomes for critically ill patients
NASHVILLE, Tennessee, Sept. 22 -- Vanderbilt University Medical Center posted the following news release:
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Vanderbilt Health to lead nationwide initiative to improve outcomes for critically ill patients
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Vanderbilt Health has been awarded a federal contract providing up to $11.2 million over five years to establish and operate a first-of-its-kind critical illness clinical trials acceleration platform aimed at improving outcomes for patients in the ICU.
Each year, more than 4.6 million more
Verification of Execution of Natural Language Data Analytics Requests
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- ISOTOPES AI, INC., Palo Alto, California has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743424 B1, initially filed March 17, 2026) developed by five inventors Arun Chikkatur Murthy, Palo Alto, California; Gopal Vijayaraghavan, South San Francisco, California; Sunil Govindan, Fremont, California; Prasanth Jayachandran, San Jose, California; and Vivek Ratnavel Subramanian, San Jose, California, for "Verification of execution of natural language data analytics requests." more
Vironix Health Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Direct-Employment Mandate for Remote Patient Monitoring
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14th, 2026
Docket No. CMS-2026-2377
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Comments on CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule (CMS-1848-P; 91 Fed. more
Voice AI Container
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 -- BANK OF AMERICA CORPORATION, Charlotte, North Carolina has been assigned a patent (No. US 12743639 B2, initially filed June 13, 2023) developed by five inventors Sandeep Verma, Gurugram, India; Nandini Rathaur, Mumbai, India; Amit Mishra, Chennai, India; Srinivas Dundigalla, Waxhaw, North Carolina; and Pavan Chayanam, Alamo, California, for "Voice AI container." more
Warnock, Britt Push Trump Department of Justice for Guardrails on State, Local Use of Flock Cameras
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Raphael G. Warnock, D-Georgia, issued the following news release:
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Warnock, Britt Push Trump Department of Justice for Guardrails on State, Local Use of Flock Cameras
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In a new bipartisan letter, Senators Reverend Raphael Warnock and Katie Britt urged Attorney General Todd Blanche to provide state and local law enforcement with guidance on how to prevent the misuse of automatic license plate readers, like Flock Safety cameras
The bipartisan effort follows more
Warren, Senators Press Trade Ambassador for Answers on Tariff Refunds for American Families
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Senators Press Trade Ambassador for Answers on Tariff Refunds for American Families
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Tariffs Raised Costs For American Families By An Average of $2,500
"President Trump's reckless trade policy risks becoming nothing but a multi-billion-dollar scheme to transfer wealth from consumers to giant corporations... the Administration has refused to provide a plan as to how it would get more
WASC Senior College & University Commission Urges Education Department to Align Proposed Accreditation Rules With Statutory Authority
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 18, 2026
The Honorable Nicholas Kent
Under Secretary of Education
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202
RE: Docket ID ED-2025-OPE-1042; RIN 1840-AD82
Comments on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization (AIM); 34 CFR Parts 600, 602, more
Where Cybersecurity Research Could Make the Biggest Difference
PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Carnegie Mellon University posted the following news:
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Where Cybersecurity Research Could Make the Biggest Difference
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Cyber threats are evolving and expanding as increasingly complex systems and artificial intelligence create new security challenges. For cybersecurity researchers, that raises a fundamental question: Which problems are most important to solve?
Researchers at Carnegie Mellon University's Software Engineering Institute have develop more
Workers with psychological capital better prepared to weather increasing work stress
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Psychiatry/Psychology] -- The American Psychological Association posted the following news release:
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Workers with psychological capital better prepared to weather increasing work stress
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Washington -Workers in the U.S. are feeling the strain of stress and economic uncertainty, and nearly two in five U.S. workers (37%) believe their work environment has a negative impact on their mental health-a significant increase since last year, when a third of worker more
WorkWave Taps Amazon Web Services to Drive Cloud Modernization and AI Engine Across Key Markets
SEATTLE, Washington, Sept. 22 [Category: BizConsumer Services] -- Amazon posted the following news:
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WorkWave Taps Amazon Web Services to Drive Cloud Modernization and AI Engine Across Key Markets
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HOLMDEL, N.J. -September 22, 2026 -WorkWave(r), a leading provider of software and solutions that help mobile service companies thrive, today announced a strategic initiative using Amazon Web Services, Inc. (AWS) to modernize its global cloud architecture. This cloud modernization is designe more
World Campus launches new AI credentials, literacy resources for online learners
UNIVERSITY PARK, Pennsylvania, Sept. 22 -- Pennsylvania State University posted the following news:
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World Campus launches new AI credentials, literacy resources for online learners
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UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -Penn State World Campus has launched new credentials in artificial intelligence (AI) and resources to bring AI into the virtual classroom as part of Penn State's efforts to prepare students and professionals for an AI-driven world.
The initiatives are intended to put AI education and more
World leadership that began at Furman
GREENVILLE, South Carolina, Sept. 22 -- Furman University posted the following news:
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World leadership that began at Furman
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More than three decades ago, Alexander Stubb '93 H'17 and Gen. Joshua Rudd '93 arrived at Furman University with different interests, different ambitions and little indication of where their paths would eventually lead.
On Friday, those paths came together again at the university that helped shape both of them.
Stubb, president of the Republic of Finland, and R more
5 AI Myths We Need to Stop Believing
OMAHA, Nebraska, Sept. 21 -- The University of Nebraska Omaha Campus posted the following news:
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5 AI Myths We Need to Stop Believing
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Deepak Khazanchi, Ph.D., is Mutual of Omaha Distinguished Professor of Information Science & Technology, Professor in the Department of Information Systems and Quantitative Analysis, and Executive Director of the Center for Management of Information Technology (CMIT). His research interests include fast response virtual teams, applied machine learning, more
AFIT Graduate Student Develops AI to Predict a Key Factor in Directed Energy Performance
JOINT BASE SAN ANTONIO-RANDOLPH, Texas, Sept. 21 -- The U.S. Air Force Air Education and Training Command issued the following news:
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AFIT Graduate Student Develops AI to Predict a Key Factor in Directed Energy Performance
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* Published Sept. 21, 2026
* By Yogendra Raut
* Air Force Institute of Technology
WRIGHT-PATTERSON AFB, Ohio -
A thesis from the Air Force Institute of Technology (AFIT) presents a breakthrough in atmospheric characterization with direct implications for dir more
Baldwin Calls Out Republicans for Refusing to Act on AI, Demands Congress Protect Families and Workers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- Sen. Tammy Baldwin, D-Wisconsin, issued the following news release:
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Baldwin Calls Out Republicans for Refusing to Act on AI, Demands Congress Protect Families and Workers
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WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senator Tammy Baldwin (D-WI) released the following statement as Washington Republicans are refusing to act to protect Americans from Artificial Intelligence (AI) before the November 2026 elections, despite repeated warnings about the largest AI companies losing more
Congressional Boating Caucus Briefing Highlights American Marine Innovation
CHICAGO, Illinois, Sept. 21 [Category: Business] -- The National Marine Manufacturers Association posted the following news release:
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Congressional Boating Caucus Briefing Highlights American Marine Innovation
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The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) joined the Congressional Boating Caucus on September 17 for a Capitol Hill briefing highlighting how American marine manufacturers are using new technology to make boating safer, smarter, more efficient, and more sustainable.
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Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency hosts the 2026 Scientific Summit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency issued the following news release:
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The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency hosts the 2026 Scientific Summit
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The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency hosted the fifth Scientific Summit at the East-West Center in Honolulu, Aug. 31 to Sept. 4, 2026.
The five-day event brought together leading forensic anthropologists, archaeologists, odontologists, researchers, scientists and government officials from across the Indo more
From forecasting to recovery: How USF hurricane research is building a more resilient Tampa Bay
TAMPA, Florida, Sept. 21 -- The University of South Florida posted the following news:
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From forecasting to recovery: How USF hurricane research is building a more resilient Tampa Bay
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At every stage of a storm, University of South Florida researchers and expertise help inform decisions, strengthen preparedness and support recovery. This vital work takes place during both active and quiet hurricane seasons to ensure storm readiness.
As an academic and economic anchor of Tampa Bay, USF more
George Mason receives top AI readiness score in Virginia from AIReDex.ai
FAIRFAX, Virginia, Sept. 21 -- George Mason University issued the following news:
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George Mason receives top AI readiness score in Virginia from AIReDex.ai
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A new report from AIReDex.aiTM ranks George Mason University as the top university in Virginia when it comes to preparing its students for an AI-driven future.
The report, "The AI Battle of Virginia," rates George Mason 8.8 out of 10, putting it in the "progressive" category, on the strength of its wraparound commitment to AI acce more
Reed, Warner & Coons Seek Investigation into Faulty AI-Assisted Intelligence & Operations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed, Warner & Coons Seek Investigation into Faulty AI-Assisted Intelligence & Operations
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence; Jack Reed (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee; and Chris Coons (D-DE), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Defense, are calling on more
Samford University Hosts Annual Conference for Consortium of Global Education
BIRMINGHAM, Alabama, Sept. 21 -- Samford University issued the following news release:
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Samford University Hosts Annual Conference for Consortium of Global Education
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Samford University hosted the Consortium for Global Education's (CGE) annual meeting Sept. 16-18, bringing together members from around the world for a time of inspiration and encouragement in their Christian mission.
CGE is a global nonprofit dedicated to connecting administrators, faculty and students to make an impact more
National Academies Release New Edition of Widely Used Guide to Responsible Research
WASHINGTON, Sept. 17 (TNSrep) -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine issued the following news release:
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National Academies Release New Edition of Widely Used Guide to Responsible Research
September 17, 2026
WASHINGTON -- The National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine today released an update of On Being a Scientist: A Guide to the Responsible and Ethical Conduct of Research. This fourth edition is organized into online, thematic modules, and refl more
Congressional Research Service Reports (Weekly)
Economic Development Administration - Overview of Roles, Structure & Goals Topic of CRS Report (Part 1 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49311) on Aug. 24, 2026, entitled "Economic Development Administration: An Overview of Roles, Structure and Goals" by economic development policy analyst Julie M. Lawhorn.
Here are excerpts:
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SUMMARY
The U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA), a bureau of the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC), was established pursuant to the enactment of the Public Works and Economic Developmen more
Economic Development Administration - Overview of Roles, Structure & Goals Topic of CRS Report (Part 2 of 2)
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R49311) on Aug. 24, 2026, entitled "Economic Development Administration - An Overview of Roles, Structure and Goals:"
(Continued from Part 1 of 2)
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EDA Structure
EDA's organizational structure includes offices for chief counsel, finance and management services, and external affairs and communications (see Figure 1). Other EDA offices include
* The Office of Regional Operations, which more
Farm & Food Support Under USDA's Section 32 Account Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF12193) by agricultural policy specialist Jim Monke.
Here are excerpts:
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Farm and Food Support Under USDA's Section 32 Account
Congress created a permanent appropriation in 1935 - the Funds for Strengthening Markets, Income, and Supply (Section 32 of the act of August 24, 1935; 7 U.S.C. Sec.612c). This appropriations account supports producers of agricultural commodities more
SBA's Women's Business Centers Program Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following In Focus white paper (No. IF13312) by Economic Development Policy analyst Adam G. Levin.
Here are excerpts:
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The Small Business Administration's (SBA's) Women's Business Centers Program
The Small Business Administration's (SBA's) management and technical assistance programs offer free counseling, training, and resources to small business owners and entrepreneurs. Although these programs are open to more
Standards for Maintaining, Collecting & Presenting Federal Data on Race & Ethnicity Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Insight white paper (No. IN12304) by American national government analyst Taylor R. Knoedl:
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Revisions to Statistical Policy Directive No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, Collecting, and Presenting Federal Data on Race and Ethnicity
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) oversees the collection of race and ethnicity data through Statistical Policy Directive (SPD) No. 15: Standards for Maintaining, more
Standing to Sue for Informational Injuries Topic of White Paper From CRS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 15 (TNSLrpt) -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following Legal Sidebar white paper (No. LSB11481) by legislative attorney Peter J. Benson:
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Standing to Sue for Informational Injuries
Some statutes authorize private parties to file a lawsuit seeking information. The Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) is a prominent example. FOIA provides that federal agencies "shall make available to the public [certain] information," and it grants federal courts "jurisdict more
Tipoffs: Public Comments on Proposed Federal Rules
Association for Community Affiliated Plans Urges CMS to Reconsider Creation of New Health Insurer Provider Tax Class and Calculation Methods
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1155 15th Street, N.W., Suite 600 | Washington, DC 20005 Tel. 202.204.7508 | www.communityplans.net Leanne Berge, Chair | Margaret A. Murray, Chief Executive Officer
September 17, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Re: Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless Th more
BJC Health Warns of Budget Cuts and Access Challenges From Proposed Medicaid Tax Threshold Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
ATTN: CMS-2452-P
Mailstop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD, 21244-1850
Re: Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless Threshold of Health Care-Related more
Conn. Voices for Children Urge CMS to Withdraw Proposed Rule Limiting State Medicaid Revenue Sources
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
33 Whitney Avenue
New Haven, CT 06510
203.498.4240
www.ctvoices.org
September 15, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-2452-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
RE: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, U.S. Department of Health and Huma more
Consortium for Constituents with Disabilities Health Task Force Warns Proposed CMS Rule Will Cut Medicaid Funding and Reduce Access to Care for People With Disabilities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
{D1158732.DOCX / 1 } 660 820 First Street, NE Suite 740 Washington, DC 20002 PH 202-567-3516 FAX 202-408-9520 Info@c-c-d.org www.c-c-d.org
September 21, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services,
Attention: CMS-2452- P
P.O. Box 8010
Balti more
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Expresses Concerns Over Proposed Medicaid Funding Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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September 21, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator, Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Ave. SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: [CMS-2452-P] Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless Threshold of Health Care-Related Taxe more
Florida Essential Healthcare Partnerships Urges CMS to Preserve State Flexibility in Medicaid Provider Tax Rules
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-2452-P
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: CMS-2452-P: Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless more
Health System Alliance of Arizona: CMS Urged to Align Medicaid Provider Tax Threshold Calculations With Congressional Intent and Reduce Uncertainty
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health & Human Services
Attention: CMS-2452-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless Threshold of Health Care-Related Taxes (CMS-2452-P)
Dear Administrator Oz:
The Health System Allian more
National Alliance for Care at Home Urge CMS to Preserve Existing Tax Regulations and Limitations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-2452-P
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-8010
RE: CMS-2452-P, Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless Threshold of Health more
Nevada Health Authority Raises Concerns Over Federal Medicaid Provider Tax Rule Changes and Potential Impact on State Revenue
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Joe Lombardo, Governor
State of Nevada
Stacie Weeks, JD, MPH, Director
Nevada Health Authority
September 21, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washington, D.C. 20201
File Code: CMS-2452-P
De more
New Mexico Health Care Association, Center for Assisted Living Warn of Potential Funding Cuts Due to Proposed CMS Tax Threshold Calculation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: CMS-2452-P - Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless Threshold of Health Care-Related Taxes - Comments on the Calculation of the Final Indirect Hold Harmless Thre more
Oceans Healthcare: CMS Proposed Rule on Healthcare-Related Taxes Threatens Stability for Medicaid Providers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Re: Public Comment on CMS-2452-P
Oceans Healthcare ("Oceans") appreciates the opportunity to provide comments on CMS's proposed rule titled "Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless Threshold of Health Care-Related Taxes" (th more
Texas Essential Healthcare Partnerships: CMS Urged to Limit Regulatory Burden and Align With Congressional Mandate on Medicaid Provider Tax Thresholds
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-2452-P
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: CMS-2452-P: Medicaid Program; Amending the Indirect Hold Harmless more
Trinity Health Urges CMS to Preserve Flexibility in Medicaid Provider Tax Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Sponsored by Catholic Health Ministries | 20555 Victor Parkway Livonia, MI 48152 734-343-1000 trinity-health.org
September 21, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: CMS-2452-P; Me more
12 U.S. House Members Urge CMS to Update Allergy Immunotherapy Payment Policies for Accuracy and Patient Safety
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Dear Administrator Oz:
We write in response to the CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule proposed rule and, specifically, CMS's request for information on two issues: the d more
Access Fund Urges Forest Service to Retain Roadless Area Conservation Rule and Protect Backcountry Climbing Landscapes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 18, 2026
Director
Ecosystem Management Coordination
U.S. Department of Agriculture, Forest Service
201 14th Street SW, Mailstop 1108
Washington, DC 20250-1124
Re: Access Fund Comments on the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule Rescission Draft Environmental Impact Statement and Proposed Rule; Docket No. FS more
Aeroflow Health Urges CMS to Recognize and Expand Reimbursement for Lactation Services and Remote Monitoring
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Aeroflow Health 500 Ridgefield Ct Asheville, NC 28806-2262
September 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule - Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the P more
AI Healthcare Coalition Backs CMS Focus on Clinical Artificial Intelligence While Urging Refined Software Definitions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and more
Akana Urges SBA to Reevaluate Drastic Size Standard Increase for Engineering Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
6400 SE Lake Road, Suite 200
Portland, OR 97222
September 18, 2026
U.S. Small Business Administration
Office of Government Contracting & Business Development
409 3rd Street SW, Suite 8000
Washington, DC 20416
Subject: Comment on Proposed Small Business Size Standard Increases
NAICS 541330 - Engineering Services
To more
Alabama Psychological Association Urges CMS to Enhance Reimbursement and Access for Behavioral Health Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; more
Allina Health Urges CMS to Oppose CY 2027 Payment Cuts and Coding Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
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Allina Health . Department of Public Affairs . 2925 Chicago Avenue, MR 10785 . Minneapolis, MN 55407-1321
September 14, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
more
American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Opposes Proposed Education Department Rule Threatening Educator Workforce Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 18, 2026
Secretary Linda McMahon
400 Maryland Ave., SW,
Washington, DC 20202
Re: Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Secretary McMahon,
Thank you for the opportunity to provide comments on the proposed rule Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542. On behalf of AACTE (American Association of Colleges for Teacher Educatio more
American Council of Academic Physical Therapy Urges Education Department to Preserve Specialized Accreditation for Health Professions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17th, 2026
The Honorable Linda McMahon
Secretary
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202
Re: Docket ID ED-2025-OPE-1042; RIN 1840-AD82; Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization: The Secretary's Recognition of Accrediting Agencies; Institutional Eligibility Under th more
American Horse Council Urges APHIS to Expand Electronic Equine Quarantine Data Collection
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
American Horse Council
5th Floor, Suite 4110
McLean VA 22102
Phone:202-296-4031
Page | 1 American Horse Council - info@horsecouncil.org - 202-296-4031
September 2026
The American Horse Council (AHC) is grateful for the opportunity to comment on Docket No.
APHIS-2026-0434, Notice of Request for Revision to and Extens more
American Nuclear Society Urges SBA to Maintain Employee-Based Size Standards for Environmental Remediation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17, 2026
Ryan Lambert
Associate Administrator
Office of Government Contracting and Business Development
U.S. Small Business Administration
409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530
Washington, DC 20416
RE: Small Business Size Standards: Proposed Rule - RIN 3245-AI67 / Docket No. SBA-2026-0199
Dear Associate Adm more
American Society for Dermatologic Surgery Association Urge CMS to Withdraw Proposed Payment Cuts Threatening Skin Cancer Detection and Access
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Chan more
Aon Consulting Supports DOL Safe Harbor Expanding Electronic Disclosures for Group Health Plans
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Aon Consulting, Inc.
September 21, 2026
Office of Health Plan Standards and Compliance Assistance
Employee Benefits Security Administration, Room N-5653
U.S. Department of Labor
200 Constitution Avenue, NW
Washington, DC 20210
Attention: Electronic Disclosures by Group Health Plans, RIN 1210-AC35
Dear Sir/Mad more
Arizona Sportsmen for Wildlife Conservation Urges Retention of 2001 Roadless Rule to Protect Wildlife and Habitat
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
AZSFWC Comments on the 2001 Roadless Rule Rescission Proposed Rule and Draft EIS - 9-18-26
Arizona Sportsmen for Wildlife Conservation
PO Box 75731 New River, AZ 85087
September 18, 2026
The Honorable Brooke Rollins
Secretary of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Avenue, S.W.
Washi more
BKL Inc. Urges SBA to Withdraw Proposed Tenfold Size Standard Increases for Architecture and Engineering
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Docket Nos. SBA-2026-0199 and SBA-2026-0265
Mr. Ryan Lambert, Associate Administrator
Office of Government Contracting and Business Development
U.S. Small Business Administration
409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530, Washington, DC 20416
Re: Opposition to Proposed Increases in Small Business Size St more
Bolima Drafting & Design Urges SBA to Retain Ceilings and Industry Distinctions for Drafting Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17, 2026
Administrator
United States Small Business Administration
Office of Size Standards
409 Third Street SW
Washington, DC 20416
RE: COMMENT ON PROPOSED RULE - SMALL BUSINESS SIZE STANDARDS
DOCKET NO. SBA-2026-0199 . RIN 3245-AI67 . 91 FR 53741 (AUG. 20, 2026)
Dear Administrator,
We are Bolima Drafti more
Brookfield Zoo Chicago Urges USDA to Preserve 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17, 2026
United States Department of Agriculture/US Forest Service
Attn: Director, Ecosystem Management Coordination,
201 14th Street SW, Mailstop 1108,
Washington, DC 20250-1124
Re: Proposed Modifications to the Roadless Area Conservation Rule, Docket ID: FS-2025-0001
Director, Ecosystem Management Coordin more
Clackamas River Trout Unlimited Opposes Rescission of Roadless Rule to Protect Fish and Wildlife Habitats
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
CLACKAMAS RIVER CHAPTER OF TROUT UNLIMITED www.clackamasrivertu.org
September 18, 2026
Re: Clackamas River Chapter of Trout Unlimited opposes Roadless Rule rescission, supports DEIS Alternative 1 - No Action (Docket ID FS-20250-0001 ; RIN 0596-AD66)
Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz:
On behalf of the Clackamas more
Colorado Hospital Association Urge CMS to Improve Medicare Physician Payments and Protect Access to Care
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: CMS-1848-P Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; more
Contracts & Procurement Shop Urges SBA to Retain Six Digit Granularity and Procurement Exceptions
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Ryan Lambert
Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development
U.S. Small Business Administration
409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530
Washington, DC 20416
Re: Comments on Proposed Rules - Small Business Size Standards, Docket No. SBA-2026-0199, RIN 3245-AI67, 91 Fed more
Corewell Health Opposes Medicare Payment Cuts and Policy Changes Threatening Access and Financial Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1 100 Corewell Drive NW | MC6481 | Grand Rapids, MI 49503 26901 Beaumont Boulevard | Southfield, MI 48033
September 10, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services P.O. Box 8016 Baltimore, MD 21244-8016 Sent electronically via: http://www.regulations.g more
Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers Urges Expansion and Streamlining of Electronic Disclosure Rules for Employee Benefits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17, 2026
Daniel Aronowitz, Assistant Secretary Employee Benefits Security Administration U.S. Department of Labor 200 Constitution Avenue NW Washington, DC 20210
Re: Electronic Disclosure by Group Health Plans Under ERISA (RIN 1210-AC35)
Assistant Secretary Aronowitz,
The Council of Insurance Agents & Brokers more
Diabetes Leadership Council, Diabetes Patient Advocacy Coalition Urge CMS to Remove Supervision Barriers for Rural Diabetes Self-Management and Nutrition Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
200 Independence Avenue, SW
Washington, DC 20201
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Pay more
Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center Urges CMS to Extend Telehealth Flexibilities and Reform Medicare Payment Policies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
ATTN: CMS-1848-P
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Sch more
Epoch Concepts Urges SBA to Retain and Expand Employee-Based Size Standards for IT Value-Added Resellers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1510 W Canal Ct, Ste. 1000, Littleton, CO 80120 888-263-0004 epochconcepts.com
September 20, 2026
Mr. Ryan Lambert
Associate Administrator
Office of Government Contracting and Business Development
U.S. Small Business Administration
409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530
Washington, DC 20416
RE: Comments of Epoch Conce more
Florida Native Plant Society Opposes Rescinding Roadless Rule to Protect Critical Habitats
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 18, 2026
Joshua White, Interim Director
Ecosytem Management Coordination
United States Forest Service
201 14th Street SW, Mailstop 1108
Washington, DC 20250-1124
SUBJECT: Opposition to Proposal to Rescind the Roadless Rule, Docket # FS-2025-0001
Dear Mr. White:
The Florida Native Plant Society (FN more
Fort Lewis College TRIO Student Support Services Director Wagnon Opposes Education Department Proposed EDGAR Rewrite Over Threats to TRIO Program Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 18, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542 Dear Office of Planning more
Genaesis LLC Highlights Potential Acquisition Market Impacts of Proposed Small Business Size Standard Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comment of Genaesis, LLC
Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 | RIN 3245-AI67
Re: Small Business Size Standards, 91 FR 53741 (August 20, 2026)
Date: September 17, 2026
I. Introduction and Interest
Genaesis, LLC is a mergers and acquisitions advisory firm headquartered in Tysons Corner, Virginia. We work almost exclusively in the more
Ill. State Veterinary Medical Association Urges Education Department to Provide Multi-Year Transition for Proposed Accreditation Rules
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 18, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Postsecondary Education
Re: Docket ED-2025-OPE-1042-0002, Proposed Accreditation Regulations
To Whom It May Concern:
On behalf of the Illinois State Veterinary Medical Association (ISVMA), we appreciate the opportunity to comment on the Department of Educat more
InContext LLC Urges CMS to Permit Shared Clinical Action Credit Across Specialty Model Practices
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator for the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
RE: Comments on 2026 MPFS Proposed Rule: (CMS-1832-P)
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Dear Administrator Oz: more
Integra LifeSciences Backs CMS Site-Neutral Single Payment Rate for Sheet Skin Substitutes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Integra 1100 Campus Road, Princeton, NJ 08540 609-275-0500 800-654-2873 toll free 609-275-5363 fax Integralife.com
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 2 more
JTG Urges SBA to Retain Distinct Six Digit Size Standard for Translation and Interpretation Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
U.S. Small Business Administration
Office of Government Contracting and Business Development
409 Third Street SW
Washington, DC 20416
Re: RIN 3245-AI67; Docket No. SBA-2026-0199--Proposed Small Business Size Standards
Dear Associate Administrator Lambert:
JTG, Inc. respectfully submits these comme more
Karthik Consulting Urges SBA to Establish Explicit Recertification Rules for Existing Contracts and Vehicles
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Comments of Karthik Consulting LLC . RIN 3245-AI67 . Page 1 of 6
3120 Fairview Park Drive, Suite 800 . Falls Church, Virginia 22042 . www.karthikconsulting.com
UEI FGNNM7KNUPF6 . CAGE 56GH3
September 21, 2026
Submitted to: Ryan Lambert, Associate Administrator, Office of Government Contracting and Business Development, more
Keep US Posted Urges DOL to Reject Electronic Disclosure Default to Protect Participants Postal Service and Economy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Keith Sonderling
Acting Secretary
Office of the Secretary
U.S. Department of Labor
Frances Perkins Building
200 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20210
Re: Electronic Disclosure by Group Health Plans Under ERISA RIN 1210-AC35 29 CFR Parts 2520 and 2560
Dear Acting Secretary Sonder more
L&M Policy Research Urges SBA to Withdraw Exorbitant Size Standards for Consulting and Research Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Ryan Lambert
Associate Administrator
Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530 Washington, DC 20416
Re: Small Business Size Standards; RIN 3245-AI67; Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 Dear Mr. Lambert: L&M Policy Research, more
Latino Business Foundation Silicon Valley Urges Caution in Proposed Small Business Size Standard Reforms
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
LATINO BUSINESS FOUNDATION SILICON VALLEY
PUBLIC COMMENT
September 21, 2026
Page 1
September 21, 2026 Via Regulations.gov
Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW, Mail Code 6530 Washington, DC 20416 RE: Commen more
Leading Builders of America Urges EPA to Adopt Flexible Indicator Conditions to Avoid Unintended Housing Cost Increases
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Leading Builders of America 1455 Pennsylvania Ave., NW Suite 400 Washington, DC 20004
202-621-1815 www.leadingbuilders.org
September 16, 2026
Ms. Jessica Kramer
Assistant Administrator, Office of Water
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
1200 Pennsylvania Avenue, N.W.
Washington, DC 20460
Re: Docket more
LeadingAge Urges CMS to Support Equitable Payment and Care Models for Aging Services
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Subject: CMS-1848-P Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Pa more
LJV Development Urges SBA to Reconsider Expanded Small Business Size Standards to Protect Genuine Small Contractors
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
LJV Development
50 Milk St, Fl 16
Boston, MA 02109
(617) 344-4199
info@ljvdevelopment.com
ljvdevelopment.com
LinkedIn
LJV
Instagram
ljvdevelopment
Public Comment on SBA Proposed Small Business Size Standards
RIN 3245-AI67 | Docket No. SBA-2026-0199
Submitted by: LJV Development
LJV Development respectfully sub more
Maine Educational Opportunity Association Opposes Education Department Proposed Rule Changes to TRIO Grant Regulations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 19th, 2026
U.S. Department of Education Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Plann more
Massachusetts Psychological Association Backs CMS Indirect Practice Expense Methodology Updates
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; more
MemorialCare Urges CMS to Support Inflation-Based Payment Updates and Permanence of Telehealth Flexibilities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 11, 2026
Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Hubert H. Humphrey Building
200 Independence Avenue, SW, Room 445-G
Washington, D.C. 20201
SUBJECT: Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment more
Metallus Urges SBA to Raise Steel Manufacturing Size Standard to Three Thousand Employees
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1835 Dueber Ave. SW Canton, OH 44706 Danielle Higgins
Deputy General Counsel, Head of Government Affairs
September 21, 2026
Ryan Lambert Associate Administrator Office of Government Contracting and Business Development U.S. Small Business Administration 409 Third Street SW Washington, DC 20416
Re: Small Business Size S more
MetroHealth Urges CMS to Reconsider Site-of-Service Differential for Hospital-Employed Physicians
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: CMS-1848-P, Medicare Program: Revisions to Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Revisions to Part B for CY 2027 - Comments on the Si more
Michigan Medical Society Urges CMS to Reject Proposed Payment Reductions and Policy Changes in CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet C. Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016.
Re: File Code CMS-1848-P; Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under th more
Minnesota Hospital Association Urges CMS to Reconsider Same-Day E/M Reimbursement Cuts and Advocate for Stable Payment Policies
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
161 Rondo Ave, St. 1010 St. Paul, MN 55103 mnhospitals.org
September 14, 2026 The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Hubert H. Humphrey Building 200 Independence Avenue, S.W., Room 445-G Washington, DC 20201
RE: Medicare Program; CY 2027 Revisions to Payment Policies Under the Phy more
Montana Primary Care Association Urges CMS to Extend Telehealth Flexibilities and Improve Medicare Payment Policies for Rural Community Health Centers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
ATTN: CMS-1848-P
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Sch more
National Board for Health & Wellness Coaching Backs CMS Proposal for National Coaching Payment Pathway
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, Maryland 21244-1816
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment
Dear more
National Federation of Federal Employees Urges OPM to Broaden Definition of Duty-Related Injuries and Illnesses
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 21, 2026
Via http://www.regulations.gov
U.S. Office of Personnel Management
1900 E Street, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20415-1000
Re: Comment on "First Responder Fair RETIRE Act": OPM's Proposed Rule 5 CFR Parts 353, 831, and 842 RIN 3206-AO54.
To Whom It May Concern:
The National Federation of Federal Employe more
Osteopathic Physicians & Surgeons of Oregon Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Same Day Evaluation and Management Cuts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-2026-2377-0002
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: CMS-1848-P - Proposed Reduction in Payment for Evaluation and Management Services
Dea more
PayrollOrg Urges Clarification on Employer Verification and Reporting for Trump Accounts
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Government Relations Division
202-669-4001
www.payroll.org
September 18, 2026
Internal Revenue Service
CC:PA:01:PR (REG-101355-26)
Room 5503
P.O. Box 7604, Ben Franklin Station
Washington, DC 20044
www.regulations.gov
Re: IRS REG-101355-26, Notice of proposed rulemaking regarding "Employer Contributions t more
PETA Praises EPA for Incorporating New Approach Methodologies and Reducing Animal Testing in Chemical Risk Evaluations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14th, 2026
Re: Docket ID Number EPA-HQ-OPPT-2018-0444
On behalf of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), we thank the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for the opportunity to comment on the o-dichlorobenzene draft risk evaluations under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) and more
Pharmaceutical Research & Manufacturers Supports FDA Framework for Distributed and Mobile Drug Manufacturing
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
670 Maine Avenue, SW Suite 1000, Washington, DC 20024
PHRMA.ORG
September 11, 2026
Dockets Management Staff (HFA-305)
Food and Drug Administration
5630 Fishers Lane, Rm. 1061
Rockville, Maryland 20852
Re: Docket No. FDA-2025-N-6075: Drug Establishment Registration and Drug Listing Requirements for Establishments Eng more
Physician Clinical Registry Coalition Urges CMS to Abandon Plan Sunsetting Traditional Merit-Based Incentive Payments
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
Mail Stop C4-26-05
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: Physician Clinical Registry Coalition's Comments on the 2027 Quality Payme more
Pikeville Medical Center Raises Concerns Over CMS Mandated 340B Data Repository Implementation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
911 Bypass Road, Pikeville, KY 41501 | 606-430-3500 | www.pmcky.org
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health & Human Services
RE: CMS-1848-P: Medicare Program: CY 2027 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Change more
Procept BioRobotics Urges CMS to Increase Physician Work Relative Value Units for Aquablation
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 12, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, Maryland 21244-1816
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Othe more
Prompt Therapy Solutions Urges CMS to Clarify Initial Physical Therapy Evaluations Count as Remote Monitoring Initiating Visits
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz, Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule (CMS-1848-P) and Other Chan more
Salish Kootenai College TRIO Program Director Maiers Urges Department of Education to Withdraw Proposed Grant Rule Changes
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 18, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, more
Sevenson Environmental Services Opposes SBA Plan to Eliminate Environmental Remediation Employee Size Standard
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
(716) 284-0431
2749 Lockport Road, Niagara Falls, New York 14305
www.sevenson.com
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Re: Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 - Proposed Changes to Small Business Size Standards for
Environmental Remediation Services under NAICS Code 562910
To Whom It May Concern:
I write on behalf of Sevenson Environ more
Sierra Business Council Urges USDA to Preserve 2001 Roadless Rule to Protect Wilderness and Fire Safety
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 18, 2026
Secretary Brooke L. Rollins
Chief Tom Schultz
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Ave., S.W.
Washington, DC 20250
Subject: Keep the 2001 Roadless Rule Intact (Docket FS-2025-0001 or RIN 0596-AD66)
Dear Secretary Rollins and Chief Schultz:
Sierra Business Council is writing to more
Society of Dermatology Physician Associates Opposes Medicare Payment Cuts to Preserve Access to Same-Day Skin Care
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; Medicare Shared Savings Progr more
South Carolina Manufacturers & Commerce Support EPA Approval of SIP Revisions to Streamline Permitting and Maintain Air Quality
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17, 2026
Docket ID Nos.
EPA-R04-OAR-2024-0241 and EPA-R04-OAR-2025-0017
Subject: Comments in Support of Proposed South Carolina SIP Revisions To Whom It May Concern:
On behalf of South Carolina Manufacturers + Commerce (SCMC) and its member companies operating stationary sources throughout South Carolina, we more
Southeast Cherokee Construction Urges SBA to Preserve Realistic Economic Boundaries in Federal Construction Set-Asides
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
1491 Furnace Street | Montgomery, AL 36104
334-264-1770
21 September 2026
RE: SBA Proposed Small Business Size Standards - Docket SBA-2026-0199
U.S. Small Business Administration
Office of Size Standards
Introduction and SCC Background
Southeast Cherokee Construction, Inc. (SCC) respectfully submits these comm more
Southeastern Industrial Construction Opposes Proposed Employee-Based Size Standards
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 20, 2026
The Honorable Kelly Loeffler
Administrator
Small Business Administration
409 3rd Street SW
Washington, D.C. 20416
I write on behalf of Southeastern Industrial Construction, LLC in opposition to the proposed size standards rule (RIN 3245-AI67; Docket No. SBA-2026-0199), published August 20, 20 more
Southern Shrimp Alliance Urges Extension of Gulf Shrimp Permit Moratorium to Protect Industry Viability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Southern Shrimp Alliance
9400 River Crossing Blvd. Suite 104
New Port Richey, FL 34655
Southern Shrimp Alliance Comments
Proposed Extension of the Commercial Shrimp Permit Moratorium in the Gulf
NOAA-NMFS-2026-1387
September 18, 2026
Frank Helies National Marine Fisheries Service
Southeast Regional Office
Sustaina more
Southwestern Oregon Community College TRIO Student Support Services Director Benoit Opposes Education Department Rule Changes Threatening Stability and Focus of TRIO Programs
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 18, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, more
St. Luke's Health System Urges CMS to Reconsider Mandatory Part D 340B Reporting Repository
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, M.D.
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health & Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
RE: CMS-1848-P: Medicare Program: CY 2027 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to the Part B Pa more
Stevens Institute of Technology Humanities Professor Jurlando Urges FDA to Track Post-Discharge Adverse Psychiatric Events in Psychedelic Drug Trials
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
FDA-2026-N-7542 | Christian Jurlando, PhD
Page 1
Re: Docket No. FDA-2026-N-7542, Considerations for Potential
Future Therapeutic Use of Psychedelic Drugs
I am a researcher studying adverse psychedelic experiences and the systems available to people who experience persistent difficulties afterward. I also write as someo more
Tenn. Association of Mental Health Organizations Urges CMS to Protect Behavioral Health Reimbursement
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies; Medicare Shared Savings Program Requirements; more
University Hospitals Urges CMS to Address Physician Payment Instability and Protect Access to Coordinated Care
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
The Honorable Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P 7500
Security Boulevard Baltimore, MD 21244-1850
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; Calendar Year 2027 Payment Policies under the Physician Fee S more
University of Dubuque Teacher Education Professor Eisbach Urge Education Department to Protect Funding for TRIO Programs Supporting First-Generation College Students
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
September 28, 2026
U.S. Department of Education Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, E more
University of South Carolina History Professor Brown Warns Education Department Against Proposed Rules Mandating 'Intellectual Diversity'
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Sept. 17, 2026
To Whom It May Concern:
I have taught US history at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, South Carolina, for thirty-one years. I write to express my deep concern at the proposed rule changes offered by the Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization (AIM) committee at the Department of Education. more
Vermont State University-Castleton Upward Bound Director Finnegan Opposes Proposed Rewrite Over Threats to TRIO Program Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Docket ID: ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
U.S. Department of Education Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD-2542
Dear Office of Planning, Evaluation, and Poli more
Vironix Health Urges CMS to Withdraw Proposed Direct-Employment Mandate for Remote Patient Monitoring
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14th, 2026
Docket No. CMS-2026-2377
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Baltimore, MD 21244
Re: Comments on CY 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule Proposed Rule (CMS-1848-P; 91 Fed. more
VitalMD Urges CMS to Protect Independent Practices From Medicare Payment Reductions to Safeguard Primary Care Access
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
On behalf of VitalMD thank you for the opportunity to comment on the Calendar Year 2027 Medicare Physician Fee Schedule (PFS) proposed rule. We are an independent multi-specialty medical group committed to delivering coordinated, high-quality care across primary care and specialty disciplines. With over 840 doctors, our cl more
WASC Senior College & University Commission Urges Education Department to Align Proposed Accreditation Rules With Statutory Authority
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 18, 2026
The Honorable Nicholas Kent
Under Secretary of Education
U.S. Department of Education
400 Maryland Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20202
RE: Docket ID ED-2025-OPE-1042; RIN 1840-AD82
Comments on the Notice of Proposed Rulemaking, Accreditation, Innovation, and Modernization (AIM); 34 CFR Parts 600, 602, more
Wash. State Psychological Association Backs CMS Indirect Practice Expense Methodology Updates
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 14, 2026
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
Re: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payment and Coverage Policies more
West Virginia Speech-Language-Hearing Association Urges Caution Over Proposed CPT Code Changes Threatening Service Access
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
To the American Medical Association CPT Editorial Panel:
On behalf of the West Virginia Speech-Language-Hearing Association (WVSHA), we are writing to express significant concern regarding the proposed changes to CPT code 92507 and the potential impact of these changes on speech-language pathology services across West Vi more
Wichita State University Veteran Student Support Services Urges Education Department to Preserve Underserved Terminology and Transparent Grant Selection Criteria
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
September 17, 2026
U.S. Department of Education
Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Development
Re: Comments on Proposed Rule: Education Department General Administrative
Regulations (EDGAR), 91 Fed. Reg. 54,666 (Aug. 24, 2026); Docket ID ED-2026-OPEPD2542 Dear Office of Planning, Evaluation and Policy Developmen more
Wisconsin Dermatological Society Urge CMS to Withdraw Proposed Payment Cuts Threatening Skin Cancer Detection and Access
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Mehmet Oz, MD, MBA
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
Attention: CMS-1848-P
P.O. Box 8016
Baltimore, MD 21244-8016
RE: Medicare and Medicaid Programs; CY 2027 Payment Policies Under the Physician Fee Schedule and Other Changes to Part B Payme more
Wyoming Wild Sheep Foundation Urges USDA to Reject Full Rescission of Roadless Rule in Favor of Targeted Protections
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
The Honorable Brooke L. Rollins
Secretary of Agriculture
U.S. Department of Agriculture
1400 Independence Avenue SW
Washington, DC 20250
Joshua White, Acting Director
Ecosystem Management Coordination
USDA Forest Service
201 14th Street SW, Mailstop 1108
Washington, DC 20250-1124
Re: Comments of the Wyoming Wild more
YRCI Supports SBA Plan to Raise Management Consulting Size Standards to Mitigate Growth Cliff
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Public Comment of YRCI - 1
PUBLIC COMMENT OF YRCI
Submitted to the U.S. Small Business Administration
Office of Government Contracting and Business Development
RE: Small Business Size Standards
RIN 3245-AI67 | Docket No. SBA-2026-0199 | 91 FR 53741 (Aug. 20, 2026)
Date: 9/21/2026
I. Executive Summary
YRCI, a profes more
Tipoffs: Iran
African Union Commission: President of Republic of Kenya, Presiding at Meeting of Committee of African Heads of State & Government on Climate Change, Hosted by Permanent Observer Mission of African Union to United Nations, New York
ADDIS ABABA, Ethiopia, Sept. 23 -- The African Union Commission issued the following news release:
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President of the Republic of Kenya, presiding at the meeting of the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change (CAHOSCC), hosted by the Permanent Observer Mission of the African Union (AU) to the United Nations (UN), New York
Sep 23, 2026
Excellences, Distinguished Ladies and Gentlemen.
Good Afternoon.
I welcome you all to the second meeting of the Committee th more
As Trump Undermines America's Alliances and Energy Security, Governor Newsom Builds Lasting Global Partnerships at Climate Week NYC
SACRAMENTO, California, Sept. 23 -- Gov. Gavin Newsom, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Sep 22, 2026
As Trump undermines America's alliances and energy security, Governor Newsom builds lasting global partnerships at Climate Week NYC
What you need to know: Governor Newsom kicked off California's participation at Climate Week at the United Nations General Assembly by advancing new international partnerships on clean energy, energy security, and climate resilience -- inclu more
Book by KPU Instructor Longlisted for Prestigious Giller Prize
SURREY, British Columbia, Sept. 23 -- Kwantlen Polytechnic University issued the following news:
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Book by KPU instructor longlisted for prestigious Giller Prize
Sep 21, 2026
A Kwantlen Polytechnic University (KPU) instructor is in the running for Canada's leading and most influential literary prize for fiction.
Nazanine Hozar's novel The Small Ones is one of fourteen novels named in the 2026 Giller Prize longlist. For Hozar, the news came as a total shock.
"This was totally unexpecte more
Center for European Policy Analysis Issues Commentary: Russian Fertilizer - Nourishing the Roots of War
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Center for European Policy Analysis issued the following commentary:
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Russian Fertilizer: Nourishing the Roots of War
A lack of sanctions means the Russian fertilizer industry has had a very good war. That needs to change.
By Alan Riley
September 22, 2026
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Russian fertilizer makers have largely escaped sanctions, despite their importance for revenues, the provision of war materiel, and strategic leverage. There are no sanctions on products entering the US more
Center on Budget & Policy Priorities: Trump, Congressional Republican Agenda Has Harmed Rural Communities
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Center on Budget and Policy Priorities issued the following report:
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Trump, Congressional Republican Agenda Has Harmed Rural Communities
September 22, 2026 | Gbenga Ajilore
Policies adopted by the Trump Administration and Republicans in Congress have adversely impacted individuals and families living in rural communities, along with millions of other people across the country. Policies that supporters claimed would advance rural prosperity, such as the harmfu more
CSIS Issues Commentary: What Iran and Ukraine Reveal About OSINT in War
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary:
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What Iran and Ukraine Reveal About OSINT in War
Commentary by Justin Sherman
September 22, 2026
A tricky reality of the U.S.-Iran war and Russia's war on Ukraine will plague American policymakers in future conflicts, including in any potential future conflict with China. That reality is just how little control the U.S. government may have over how foreign adversaries access and more
CSIS Issues Critical Questions Q&A: Xi Jinping's Return to Washington - A State Visit to Build Stability
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following Critical Questions Q&A on Sept. 22, 2026, involving Edgard D. Kagan, senior advisor and Freeman Chair in China Studies:
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Xi Jinping's Return to Washington: A State Visit to Build Stability
The September 24 state visit to Washington, D.C., by Chinese leader Chairman Xi Jinping reflects his desire, along with U.S. President Donald J. Trump's, to relax tension and stabilize the world's most impor more
DNC: Trump and Vance Continue to Downplay Rising Prices
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Trump and Vance Continue to Downplay Rising Prices
Under Donald Trump and JD Vance, the average American household has spent an additional $4,200 on goods and services. Today the national average price for a gallon of gas is $4.47, and diesel is at an all-time high of $6.53 per gallon. Americans have already shoveled out approximately $107 BILLION more on gas alone since Trum more
DNC: Under Trump and Rollins, Prices Are Devastating American Families and Farmers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The Democratic National Committee posted the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Under Trump and Rollins, Prices Are Devastating American Families and Farmers
As Donald Trump's reckless tariffs and deadly and costly war with Iran force prices on everything from gas, diesel, fertilizer, and beef to skyrocket, Trump and his Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins have offered no meaningful solutions to lower costs for American families and farmers.
This Augu more
Foundation for Economic Education Issues Commentary: Home Is Where the Gold Is
DETROIT, Michigan, Sept. 23 -- The Foundation for Economic Education issued the following commentary:
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September 22, 2026
Home Is Where the Gold Is
Mark Nayler
Central banks are buying--and moving--more gold than ever before.
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For decades, the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has been seen by the world's governments as a safe haven for a portion of their gold deposits. But under the mercurial reign of President Donald Trump, and in a general atmosphere of geopolitical turbulence, th more
Rand Issues Commentary Entitled 'Never Underestimate the Houthis'
SANTA MONICA, California, Sept. 23 -- Rand issued the following commentary on Sept. 21, 2026, to New York Times:
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Never Underestimate the Houthis
By Alexandra Stark
Just a few years ago, Yemen's Houthi rebels were second- or third-tier members of Iran's "Axis of Resistance," prompting policymakers to treat them as a subsidiary of Tehran. But while they benefit from Iranian weapons, training and know-how, the Houthis also have their own interests at heart--and behave accordingly.
This a more
Readout: Meeks Meets With Filipino Secretary of Foreign Affairs Theresa Lazaro
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release:
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READOUT: Meeks Meets with Filipino Secretary of Foreign Affairs Theresa Lazaro
September 22, 2026
New York City -- Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met with Filipino Secretary of Foreign Affairs Theresa Lazaro on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly High Level Week.
The Ranking Me more
Readout: Meeks Meets With President Von Der Leyen
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Rep. Gregory W. Meeks, D-New York, ranking member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, issued the following news release:
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READOUT: Meeks Meets with President von der Leyen
September 22, 2026
New York City -- Representative Gregory W. Meeks, Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, met with Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission, on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly High Level Week.
The leaders discussed the path forwa more
Readout: Ranking Member Shaheen's Meeting With Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
READOUT: Ranking Member Shaheen's Meeting with Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa
NEW YORK CITY - On Monday, September 21, 2026, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, met with Syrian President Ahmed Al-Sharaa on the sidelines the 2026 United Nations General Asse more
Readout: Ranking Member Shaheen, Colleagues' Meeting With Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release:
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September 21, 2026
READOUT: Ranking Member Shaheen, Colleagues' Meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy
NEW YORK CITY - Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Richard Blumenthal (D-CT), Mark Kelly (D-AZ) and Peter Welch (D-VT) met w more
Secretary of State Marco Rubio With Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, and Lawrence Jones of Fox News "Fox & Friends"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Brian Kilmeade, Ainsley Earhardt, and Lawrence Jones of Fox News "Fox & Friends"
Interview
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
Fox & Friends Studio
New York City, New York
September 22, 2026
QUESTION: Joining us now for that preview of those big things is the Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Mr. Secretary, great to see you.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Thank you.
QUESTION: Fi more
Secretary of State Marco Rubio With Craig Melvin of NBC News "Today"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Craig Melvin of NBC News "TODAY"
Interview
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
Lotte Palace
New York City, New York
September 22, 2026
QUESTION: We are joined now by Secretary of State Marco Rubio. Mr. Secretary, good morning to you, sir. Thanks for joining us.
SECRETARY RUBIO: Good morning. Thank you.
QUESTION: Sir, some high-stakes meetings today, as Gabe just more
Secretary of State Marco Rubio With Sid Rosenberg of WABC Radio "Sid and Friends in the Morning"
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- The U.S. State Department issued the following news release:
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Secretary of State Marco Rubio with Sid Rosenberg of WABC Radio "Sid and Friends in the Morning"
Interview
Marco Rubio, Secretary of State
Lotte Palace
New York City, New York
September 22, 2026
QUESTION: Mr. Secretary, good morning, pal. How are you?
SECRETARY RUBIO: I'm good. Glad to be with you on the radio again.
QUESTION: I'm so happy to have you too. And I've got to tell you, with all the more
Senators Coons, Schumer, Murray, Reed, Shaheen, Warner, Warren, Kim Statement Ahead of President Xi Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Senators Coons, Schumer, Murray, Reed, Shaheen, Warner, Warren, Kim statement ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Chris Coons (D-Del.), ranking member for Senate defense appropriations, Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y), Senate Minority Leader, Patty Murray (D-Wash.), vice chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, Jack Reed (D-R.I.), ranking membe more
Senators Warren, Kim, Coons, Murray, Reed Statement Ahead of President Xi Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, ranking member of the Senate Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Committee, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Senators Warren, Kim, Coons, Murray, Reed statement ahead of President Xi Jinping's state visit
WASHINGTON - U.S. Senators Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), ranking member of the Senate Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs, and Andy Kim (D-N.J.), ranking member of the Subcommittee on Nation more
Sens. Warner, Reed, Coons Issue Letter to Defense Secretary Hegseth, National Intelligence Director Clayton
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Mark Warner, D-Virginia, vice chairman of the Senate Select Intelligence Committee, issued the following letter with Sens. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and Christopher Coons, D-Delaware, ranking member of the Subcommittee on Defense, to Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and National Intelligence Director Jay Clayton:
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Here is the text of the letter:
September 19, 2026
The Honorable Pete Hegseth
S more
Shaheen, Coons, Reed, Warner, Warren, Kim Statement Ahead of President Xi Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON, Sept. 23 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, ranking member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, issued the following news release:
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September 22, 2026
Shaheen, Coons, Reed, Warner, Warren, Kim Statement Ahead of President Xi
Jinping's State Visit
WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Chris Coons (D-DE), Ranking Member for Senate Defense appropriations, Patty Murray (D-WA), Vice Chair o more
3 Days, 3 Ways Joe Lombardo Dodges Accountability: Record High Gas Edition
LAS VEGAS, Nevada, Sept. 22 -- The Nevada Democratic Party posted the following news release:
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3 Days, 3 Ways Joe Lombardo Dodges Accountability: Record High Gas Edition
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While Joe Lombardo refuses to debate Attorney General Aaron Ford, NV Dems is launching a new series to highlight some of the many ways he's dodged accountability for his cost-of-living crisis. On day one, we're calling out Lombardo's quick embrace of Donald Trump's endless war with Iran that continues to jack up gas p more
AHEAD OF XI WHITE HOUSE MEETING, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN LEADS DEMOCRATIC VETERANS IN DEMANDING TRUMP HOLD BEIJING ACCOUNTABLE FOR PROVIDING KEY INTELLIGENCE TO IRAN RESULTING IN U.S. TROOP DEATHS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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AHEAD OF XI WHITE HOUSE MEETING, CONGRESSMAN PAT RYAN LEADS DEMOCRATIC VETERANS IN DEMANDING TRUMP HOLD BEIJING ACCOUNTABLE FOR PROVIDING KEY INTELLIGENCE TO IRAN RESULTING IN U.S. TROOP DEATHS
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Ahead of Xi White House Meeting, Congressman Pat Ryan Leads Democratic Veterans in Demanding Trump Hold Beijing Accountable for Providing Key Intelligence to Iran Resulting in U.S. Troop Deaths
On July 17th more
Ahead of Xi White House Meeting, Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan Joins Democratic Veterans in Demanding Trump Hold Beijing Accountable for Providing Key Intelligence to Iran Resulting in U.S. Troop Deaths
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, D-Pennsylvania, issued the following news release:
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Ahead of Xi White House Meeting, Congresswoman Chrissy Houlahan Joins Democratic Veterans in Demanding Trump Hold Beijing Accountable for Providing Key Intelligence to Iran Resulting in U.S. Troop Deaths
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On July 17th, an Iranian missile struck a U.S. base in Jordan killing three servicemembers and injuring four others; Wall Street Journal reporting has confirmed that Iran acquired high-r more
Bradley N. Ouambo Examines the Iran Conflict's Ripple Effects on Construction in Properties Magazine
CLEVELAND, Ohio, Sept. 22 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Frantz Ward, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Bradley N. Ouambo Examines the Iran Conflict's Ripple Effects on Construction in Properties Magazine
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Frantz Ward Partner Bradley N. Ouambo examined how the Iran conflict rattled the U.S. construction industry, raising energy, material, insurance, and financing costs and extending project timelines in Properties Magazine.
His "Legal Perspectives" article, "Iran Conflict's Impact more
Business Travel Confidence Rebounds to Its Highest Level of 2026 as Industry Plans for Disciplined Growth
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, Sept. 22 [Category: Travel] -- The Global Business Travel Association posted the following news release:
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Business Travel Confidence Rebounds to Its Highest Level of 2026 as Industry Plans for Disciplined Growth
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Improving expectations for trip spending, volume and revenue signal renewed momentum, while rising costs and geopolitical uncertainty continue to weigh on travel decisions, according to new GBTA industry poll
Business travel confidence has surged to its more
Diesel export ban idea won't fix high prices: CEI analysis
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: ThinkTank] -- The Competitive Enterprise Institute posted the following news release:
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Diesel export ban idea won't fix high prices: CEI analysis
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Some lawmakers and candidates are calling for a federal ban on exporting diesel fuel as a means to bring fuel prices down. Sen. Chuck Grassley (R-Iowa), for example, called on President Trump to "put an embargo on diesel exports like presidents in the [1970s] put embargoes on [agricultural] products." CEI expe more
ESRI Researchers Address the Oireachtas Committee on Budgetary Oversight
DUBLIN, Ireland, Sept. 22 [Category: Economics] -- The Economic and Social Research Institute posted the following news:
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ESRI Researchers Address the Oireachtas Committee on Budgetary Oversight
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On 22 September 2026, ESRI researchers Prof Conor O'Toole, Prof Alan Barrett, Dr Paul Egan and Donal O'Shea addressed the Committee on Budgetary Oversight.
Drawing on ESRI research, they set out the broad economic and fiscal context surrounding Budget 2027.
Read their Opening Statement
Let more
FACT CHECK: Jon Husted Has Voted To Support Iran War Thirteen Times
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 22 -- The Ohio Democratic Party posted the following news:
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FACT CHECK: Jon Husted Has Voted To Support Iran War Thirteen Times
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Ohio Families Now Paying $1,650 More In Added Costs Thanks to Husted-Backed War
COLUMBUS, OHIO -While Jon Husted continues to claim that he wants the endless Iran war that has sent food and energy costs soaring for Ohioans to "end as soon as possible," his record proves just the opposite.
Husted has said the same for months while voti more
Former CIA Deputy Director and Treasury Undersecretary David S. Cohen, Returns to WilmerHale
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- WilmerHale, a law firm, posted the following news:
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Former CIA Deputy Director and Treasury Undersecretary David S. Cohen, Returns to WilmerHale
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David S. Cohen, who served as deputy director of the CIA from 2015 to 2017 and again from 2021 to 2025, as well as under secretary for Terrorism and Financial Intelligence at the Department of the Treasury, has returned to WilmerHale as senior counsel.
Mr. Cohen will advise clients on a wide r more
JCPA Condemns U.S. Presidential Threat to "Annihilate" Iranian Nation
NEW YORK, Sept. 22 [Category: Religion] -- The Jewish Council for Public Affairs issued the following news release:
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JCPA Condemns U.S. Presidential Threat to "Annihilate" Iranian Nation
This morning, President Trump threatened in a speech before the United Nations General Assembly to "annihilate the Islamic Republic [of Iran]", warning that he could "drive them into hell with no chance of survival" if Iran does not reach a deal with the United States.
In reaction, JCPA CEO Amy Spitalni more
New Report: CO Families Have Spent $4,500 More On Goods & Services Under President Trump
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. John Hickenlooper, D-Colorado, issued the following news release:
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New Report: CO Families Have Spent $4,500 More On Goods & Services Under President Trump
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Hickenlooper: "This isn't the 'Golden Age' President Trump pretends it is"
WASHINGTON - As President Trump's tariffs and war with Iran continue to hurt Colorado families, U.S. Senator John Hickenlooper highlighted the cost-of-living emergency that's plaguing the state.
According to a report from the J more
Oil Change International Reaction to Trump's UN General Assembly Address
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 [Category: Energy] -- Oil Change International posted the following news release:
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Oil Change International Reaction to Trump's UN General Assembly Address
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In response to President Trump's remarks at the United Nations General Assembly, Collin Rees, U.S. Campaign Manager at Oil Change International, said:
"Donald Trump used his platform at the UN General Assembly to brag about the U.S's fossil fueled imperialism. From Iran, to Venezuela, to Greenland, Trump's ac more
Representative Tran Co-sponsors Tipped Income Protection Legislation in Support of Local Service Workers
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Derek Tran, D-California, issued the following news release:
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Representative Tran Co-sponsors Tipped Income Protection Legislation in Support of Local Service Workers
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Washington, D.C. - U.S. Representative Derek Tran (CA-45) co-sponsored H.R. 1314, the Tipped Income Protection and Support Act (TIPS Act) to allow service industry professionals to deduct their tips when filing taxes. This legislation would increase the maximum amount that service workers can more
RYAN, WARREN, BICAMERAL LAWMAKERS URGE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS ON FATAL PORT SHUAIBA ATTACK FOLLOWING WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTS
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Rep. Pat Ryan, D-New York, issued the following news release:
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RYAN, WARREN, BICAMERAL LAWMAKERS URGE ARMED SERVICES COMMITTEE CHAIRMEN TO HOLD PUBLIC HEARINGS ON FATAL PORT SHUAIBA ATTACK FOLLOWING WHISTLEBLOWER REPORTS
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Warren, Ryan, Bicameral Lawmakers Urge Armed Services Committee Chairmen to Hold Public Hearings on Fatal Port Shuaiba Attack Following Whistleblower Reports
New details reveal DoD was unprepared and failed to support service members and their more
U.S. Arctic Ambassador-at-Large Nominee Nesheiwat Testifies Before Senate Foreign Relations Committee
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- The Senate Foreign Relations Committee released the following testimony by Julia Nesheiwat, President Trump's nominee to be U.S. Arctic Ambassador-at-Large, from a Sept. 17, 2026, hearing from a Sept. 17, 2026, confirmation hearing:
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Chairman Risch, Ranking Member Shaheen, and distinguished Members of the Committee:
Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today as President Trump's nominee to be the U.S. Arctic Ambassador-at-Large. I am grateful to Pres more
Warren, Ryan, Bicameral Lawmakers Urge Armed Services Committee Chairmen to Hold Public Hearings on Fatal Port Shuaiba Attack Following Whistleblower Reports
WASHINGTON, Sept. 22 -- Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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Warren, Ryan, Bicameral Lawmakers Urge Armed Services Committee Chairmen to Hold Public Hearings on Fatal Port Shuaiba Attack Following Whistleblower Reports
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New details reveal DoD was unprepared and failed to support service members and their families in the aftermath of Iranian strike
"It is critical that Congress gets answers on the failures that led to the attacks, and on the subse more
While Trump's War Drives Up Costs, Governor Healey Proposes Two-Month Gas Tax Suspension to Deliver for Massachusetts Residents, Truckers
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Sept. 22 -- Gov. Maura Healey, D-Massachusetts, issued the following news release:
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While Trump's War Drives Up Costs, Governor Healey Proposes Two-Month Gas Tax Suspension to Deliver for Massachusetts Residents, Truckers
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BOSTON -Governor Maura Healey today announced that she will file legislation to suspend Massachusetts' gas tax for two months, providing immediate relief for residents and truckers as President Trump continues to wage war in Iran with no end in more
As Home-Heating Season Approaches, Shaheen Urges Trump Administration to Swiftly Release LIHEAP Funding
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- Sen. Jeanne Shaheen, D-New Hampshire, issued the following news release:
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As Home-Heating Season Approaches, Shaheen Urges Trump Administration to Swiftly Release LIHEAP Funding
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(Washington, DC) - With diesel prices at historic highs due to the President's war with Iran and winter approaching, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, joined a bipartisan group of her Senate colleagues in a letter urging the more
Kelly Defends Free Press, Calls Out Administration for Prioritizing Appearances Over Truth
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- Sen. Mark Kelly, D-Arizona, issued the following news release:
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Kelly Defends Free Press, Calls Out Administration for Prioritizing Appearances Over Truth
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"This President and the Secretary of Defense, they clearly do not like accountability. They don't like criticism. They don't want the American people to even have the facts. This is how democracies die."
In case you missed it, Arizona Senator Mark Kelly joined MS NOW's Deadline: White House to defend the ess more
Reed, Warner & Coons Seek Investigation into Faulty AI-Assisted Intelligence & Operations
WASHINGTON, Sept. 21 -- Sen. Jack Reed, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release:
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Reed, Warner & Coons Seek Investigation into Faulty AI-Assisted Intelligence & Operations
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WASHINGTON, DC - U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner (D-VA), Vice Chairman of the Senate Select Committee on Intelligence; Jack Reed (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Armed Services Committee; and Chris Coons (D-DE), Ranking Member of the Senate Appropriations Committee Subcommittee on Defense, are calling on more
