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Census Bureau Mourns Former Director Vincent Barabba, Announces Manufacturing Day and Data Releases
Former Census Bureau Director Vincent Barabba has died at 92, as the agency marks the 15th anniversary of Manufacturing Day and prepares to release 2024 Nonemployer Statistics.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborFinancial Markets U.S. Census BureauVincent BarabbaManufacturing DayNonemployer StatisticsBusiness Trends and Outlook SurveyGovernment OrganizationEconomic Indicators
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The Met Opens "Krasner and Pollock: Past Continuous" on October 4
The Metropolitan Museum of Art opens Krasner and Pollock: Past Continuous on October 4, 2026, running through January 31, 2027, with a digital press kit now available.
EntertainmentMediaUSAFilm and TVDigital and Print Publishing Krasner and Pollock: Past ContinuousThe Metropolitan Museum of ArtThe Met Fifth AvenueArt ExhibitionNew York CityAnna-Marie KellenJulie NiemiMet Museum
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Rice to Launch Master of Artificial Intelligence Degree in Fall 2027
Rice University will offer a Master of Artificial Intelligence degree starting fall 2027, with applications opening this year, as its researchers and faculty appear in national and international news.
Politics and GovernmentEducationScience & TechnologySportEntertainmentElectionArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceEnergyFilm and TVSocial Issues Rice UniversityMaster of Artificial IntelligenceChris GermainU.S. News & World Report college rankingsBaker Institute for Public PolicyRice researchRice athletics
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Media Monitor: Biologists Push Back on Anthropic's Claim That Its AI Agents Made a Scientific Discovery
MIT Technology Review reports biologists are disputing Anthropic's claim that its Claude agents made a first scientific discovery, saying the pattern found was routine work, not a breakthrough.
Science & TechnologyHealthBusinessMediaArtificial IntelligenceMedical ScienceComputers and InternetSocial Issues AnthropicClaudemolecular biologyCRISPROpenAIscientific discoveryMIT Technology ReviewMITsciencetechnology
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Comptroller Gould Tells Military Banking Summit Regulatory Framework Must Support Military Community
Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan V. Gould told the Military Banking Summit that supervisors must back banks serving servicemembers, veterans and military families, saying a Community Bank Comeback must include them.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentBankingFederal GovernmentMilitaryEconomy Office of the Comptroller of the CurrencyJonathan V. GouldMilitary Banking Summitmilitary bankscommunity banksbank supervisionveteransOffice of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)
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Fed Governor Cook to Give Update on AI and the Economy at Oakland Tech Week
Federal Reserve Governor Cook will deliver an update on artificial intelligence and the economy at the Oakland Tech Week Opening Keynote, cohosted by the Kapor Center in Oakland, California.
BusinessScience & TechnologyPolitics and GovernmentEconomyArtificial IntelligenceFederal GovernmentComputers and Internet Federal ReserveGovernor CookOakland Tech WeekKapor CenterOakland, CaliforniaU.S. Federal Reserve
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Gov. Reynolds Issues Disaster Proclamation for Washington County After Severe Storms
Iowa Governor Kim Reynolds issued a disaster proclamation for Washington County following severe storms on September 19, activating grant and advocacy programs for affected residents.
Politics and GovernmentWeatherUSAState GovernmentsDisastersGeneral WeatherSocial Issues Kim ReynoldsWashington CountyIowa disaster proclamationsevere stormsIowa Individual Assistance Grant ProgramDisaster Case Advocacy ProgramIowa Department of Homeland Security and Emergency ManagementIowa Governors Office
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Census Bureau Marks 15th Annual Manufacturing Day
The U.S. Census Bureau is highlighting manufacturing's role in the economy for the 15th annual Manufacturing Day, with a new homepage of statistics and a look back at two centuries of data.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyFederal GovernmentEmployment and LaborMedia Manufacturing DayU.S. Census BureaumanufacturingAmerican Manufacturingcensus dataIndustrial Revolution
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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change at Louisiana Offices
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Louisiana has changed, and urges the public to check online before visiting.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomyComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationLouisianaSocial Security officesmy Social Security accountRetirement benefitsDisability benefitsMedicare
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Sanders to Attend UAMS Investiture of Dr. Lowry Barnes
Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders will take part in the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences investiture of Dr. Lowry Barnes in the Harry P. Ward Chancellor's Distinguished Chair on September 29.
Politics and GovernmentHealthEducationState GovernmentsMedical Science Sarah Huckabee SandersUniversity of Arkansas for Medical SciencesLowry BarnesHarry P. Ward Chancellor's Distinguished ChairLittle RockInvestitureArkansas Governor
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Port of Oakland Releases September 2026 Maritime Newsletter
Port of Oakland's September 2026 Maritime Newsletter covers August cargo volume statistics, a zero-emissions Ride & Drive event and a Maritime Spotlight on Am-Nav.
BusinessScience & TechnologyUSATradeTransportationEnvironmentEnergy Port of OaklandMaritime Newslettercargo volume statisticszero-emissions Ride & DriveAm-NavOaklandmaritime shipping
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NIH ORWH to Host Webinar on Developing Menopause Research Common Data Elements
The NIH Office of Research on Women's Health will host an October 6 webinar on priorities, scope and considerations for developing and implementing Menopause Common Data Elements for research.
HealthScience & TechnologyMedical ScienceEducation MenopauseCommon Data ElementsNIH Office of Research on Women's HealthWomen's HealthMedical ResearchWebinarData CollectionUS Social Security Department
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Social Security Updates Disability Appeals Rules for Adverse Medical Reopenings
SSA updates POMS guidance on appeals of adverse medical reopenings, clarifying when claimants qualify for Disability Hearing Unit hearings and revising reopening notices.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentLegalSocial IssuesUSA Social Security AdministrationDisability Hearing Unitadverse medical reopeningProgram Operations Manual SystemDisability Determination Servicesdisability benefits appealsSSA-561
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Governor Sherrill Signs Five Bills, Vetoes Three
New Jersey Governor Sherrill signed five bills covering military service credit, electric vehicle standards and corn masa fortification, while conditionally vetoing one bill and absolutely vetoing two others.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsLegalHealthEnergy Governor SherrillNew JerseyLegislationVetoElectric VehiclesRutgers UniversityFortifying Corn Masa ActOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Spanberger Celebrates $16.5 Million in Federal Grants for Hampton Roads Military Infrastructure
Governor Abigail Spanberger welcomed $16.5 million in Defense Community Infrastructure Program grants for sewer, wastewater and crosswalk projects in Portsmouth, York County and Hampton Roads, supporting $23.5 million in total work.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsMilitaryEconomy Abigail SpanbergerDefense Community Infrastructure ProgramHampton RoadsPortsmouthYork CountyNaval Station NorfolkJoint Base Langley-EustisVirginiaReston
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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change at Wyoming Offices
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of its Wyoming offices, card centers and hearing offices has changed, and directs the public to check online status and use online services.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationWyomingSocial Security officeOnline servicesmy Social Security accountRetirement benefitsMedicare
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security office statusmy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Former Census Bureau Director Vincent Barabba Dies at 92
Vincent Barabba, who led the U.S. Census Bureau under President Nixon and returned to guide the 1980 Census, has died at 92, the bureau announces.
Politics and GovernmentFederal GovernmentEducationBusiness Vincent BarabbaU.S. Census BureauGeorge M. Cook1980 CensusRichard NixonXerox CorporationObituary
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UK Pledges Up to £100 Million to CEPI and Backs World Bank Pandemic Financing Framework
UK Ambassador to ECOSOC Helen King tells UN high-level meeting the UK is investing £78 million in the Africa-led Ebola response and up to £100 million in CEPI's 3.0 strategy.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentWorldUnited NationsAfricaMedical ScienceFederal GovernmentElection Helen KingEbolaCEPIWorld Bank Day Zero Financing FrameworkWHO Pandemic AgreementDemocratic Republic of the CongoUK Government
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Ohio Approves Five Projects Set to Create 1,173 Jobs and $431 Million in Investments
Ohio Tax Credit Authority backs five projects from Neptune North, Growscape, Polyethics, Sebang Lithium Battery and Wal-Mart, creating 1,173 jobs and retaining 601 statewide.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborEnergy OhioMike DeWineOhio Tax Credit AuthorityJob Creation Tax CreditJobsOhioSebang Lithium Battery Ohio LLCWal-Mart Associates, Inc.Ohio Governors Office
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Ivey Names Doryan Carlton Finance Director as Bill Poole Departs After 16 Years of State Service
Alabama Finance Director Bill Poole leaves Friday after 16 years of state service; Governor Kay Ivey taps State Budget Officer Doryan Carlton to lead the Department of Finance.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentEconomyEducationTransportation Kay IveyBill PooleDoryan CarltonAlabama Department of FinanceAlabamaMobile River Bridge and BaywayInnovate AlabamaAlabama Governor's Office
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Media Monitor: SpaceX's Access to Classified Space Tracking Data Raises Market Concerns, UK Stands Up Space Squadron
Breaking Defense reports SpaceX has unique access to classified DoD space tracking data, raising concerns among commercial space monitoring firms, while the UK launches its first space squadron.
Science & TechnologyMilitaryBusinessUSAUnited KingdomAstronomy and SpaceComputers and InternetTradeGeneral Politics SpaceXBreaking DefensePentagonclassified space tracking dataUnited Kingdom space squadronorbital cargo deliveryAFA 2026Breaking Defense - Military Space
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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change at Hawaii Offices
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of its offices, card centers and hearing offices in Hawaii has changed, and points beneficiaries to online services for most business.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomySocial Issues Social Security AdministrationHawaiiSocial Security officeonline servicesmy Social Security accountretirement benefitsMedicare
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New Jersey Invests $125M in Student Mental Health as Governor Sherrill Signs SPARK Pilot Program Into Law
Governor Mikie Sherrill highlights over $125 million in school mental health investments and signs legislation creating the SPARK pilot program, launching in up to 10 districts in early 2027.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesLegal Mikie SherrillSPARK pilot programNew Jerseyyouth mental healthNew Jersey Department of Children and FamiliesNew Jersey Department of Educationschool-based mental health servicesOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Flexport to Unveil 2026 Fall Technology Release in Live Broadcast
Flexport CEO Ryan Petersen will host a live broadcast on September 29, 2026, announcing new AI and technology products aimed at helping businesses move faster with fewer resources.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMediaUSAComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceTradeEconomy FlexportRyan Petersen2026 Fall Technology Releaseglobal logisticslive broadcastSan Francisco
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Social Security Administration Alerts Michigan Customers to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Michigan has changed, and points customers to online services for most business.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentEconomyComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationMichiganSocial Security officemy Social Security accountonline servicesretirement benefitsMedicare
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American Airlines App Lets AAdvantage Members Pick Their Perfect Seat
American Airlines adds an app feature letting eligible AAdvantage members choose seat characteristics like window or aisle when they complete a booking, aiming to make finding the right seat easier.
BusinessScience & TechnologyTransportationComputers and Internet American AirlinesAAdvantageAmerican appseat selectionair travelbookingairline customers
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Whitmer Announces 127 New Jobs, $90.6M Investment in Three Michigan Business Expansions
Niowave, Prism Controls and Geotab will expand in Ingham, Kent and Oakland counties, backed by state grants, adding at least 127 jobs and more than $90.6 million in capital investment.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentScience & TechnologyHealthEconomyEmployment and LaborMedical ScienceAgricultureState Governments Gretchen WhitmerNiowavePrism ControlsGeotabMichigan Business Development ProgramMichigan Economic Development CorporationBusiness ExpansionOffice of Michigan Governor
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Treasury and IRS Propose Rules for Four-Year Installment Payments on Farmland Sale Gains
Proposed regulations would let eligible taxpayers who sell qualifying farmland to active farmers pay tax on the gain in four equal annual installments, with comments due Nov. 30, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAFederal GovernmentEconomyAgricultureLegal IRSfarmland salesinstallment paymentsproposed regulationsSection 1062Working Families Tax CutsFrank J. Bisignano
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Treasury and IRS Propose Rules for Four-Year Installment Tax Payments on Farmland Sales
Proposed regulations would let eligible sellers of qualifying farmland to active farmers pay tax on the gain in four equal annual installments, with comments due Nov. 30, 2026.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessUSAFederal GovernmentEconomyAgricultureLegal IRSfarmland salesinstallment paymentsproposed regulationsSection 1062Frank J. BisignanoWorking Families Tax Cuts