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Governor Sanders Announces $8.2 Million in Water Funding for Arkansas Projects
Arkansas approves $8.2 million for three water and wastewater projects, including an $8 million irrigation loan, serving more than 1,848 residents and 362,000 acres.
Politics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsEnvironmentAgricultureEnergy Sarah Huckabee SandersArkansaswater infrastructurewater and wastewater projectsWhite River Regional Irrigation DistrictGrand Prairie Demonstration ProjectArkansas Water PlanArkansas Governor
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DHS and CBP Announce 16 Straight Months of Zero Releases at the Border
DHS and CBP report 16 consecutive months of zero border releases, with southwest border apprehensions down 94% from the Biden administration average and drug seizures up 73%.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAFederal GovernmentWhite HouseTradeImmigrationElection U.S. Department of Homeland SecurityU.S. Customs and Border ProtectionBorder SecurityMarkwayne MullinRodney ScottDrug InterdictionProduct Recall
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Media Monitor: DOGE Payouts, Iran War Costs, Space Weapons and a Sanders-Bannon AI Warning
TIME reports billions paid to idled federal workers under DOGE, rising Iran war costs, a U.S. admission of on-orbit weapons, and an unlikely Sanders-Bannon AI warning.
Politics and GovernmentHealthScience & TechnologyBusinessUSAGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceAstronomy and SpaceEconomyMilitary Department of Government EfficiencyGovernment Accountability OfficeIran warOuter Space TreatyTroy MeinkBernie SandersSteve BannonTIME magazine
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Social Security Administration Alerts Wisconsin Residents to Change in Local Office Status
SSA says the operational status of Wisconsin Social Security offices, card centers and hearing offices has changed, and points recipients to online services for benefits, applications and account management.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsSocial Issues Social Security AdministrationWisconsinSocial Security office statusmy Social Security accountonline servicesretirement benefitsMedicare
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SEC Proposes Rescission of Shareholder Proposal Rule 14a-8
The SEC proposes rescinding Rule 14a-8, saying it exceeds its statutory authority and intrudes on state law, alongside reforms to the proxy solicitation process.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLegalEconomy Securities and Exchange CommissionRule 14a-8Securities Exchange Act of 1934Shareholder proposalsProxy solicitationFederal regulationState law
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Media Monitor: CSIS Briefing Reports U.S. Confirms Space Weapons Deployment, Russia's Nuclear Warhead Levels Hit Post-2017 High
CSIS's Nuclear Policy News reports the U.S. confirmed deploying weapons in space, drawing warnings from China and Russia, while Russia's deployed nuclear warheads reached their highest level since 2017.
Science & TechnologyWorldMilitaryAsiaMiddle EastEuropeRussiaChinaNorth KoreaSyria CSISNuclear Policy Newsspace weaponsRussia nuclear warheadsSIPRIIAEA SyriaNorth Korea AUKUSChina H-6N bomber
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Medvantx Opens Expanded Louisville Pharmacy Facility, a $26.8 Million Investment Creating 122 Jobs
Gov. Andy Beshear joins Medvantx to open a newly expanded Louisville distribution facility, a nearly $27 million investment adding 122 jobs and more than doubling the company's Kentucky footprint.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentHealthUSAEconomyEmployment and LaborState GovernmentsGeneral Politics MedvantxAndy BeshearLouisvilleKentuckyKurt BrowningEconomic DevelopmentPharmacy ServicesKentucky Governor's Office
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SEC's Uyeda Issues Statement on Proposed Rescission of Rule 14a-8
SEC Commissioner Mark T. Uyeda has released a statement on the proposed rescission of Rule 14a-8 and proposed proxy solicitation modernization, posted to the agency's speeches and statements page.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLegalEconomy Securities and Exchange CommissionMark T. UyedaRule 14a-8Proxy SolicitationSEC Speeches and StatementsProxy Rules
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SEC Chairman Atkins Issues Statement on Proposals to Rescind Rule 14a-8, Amend Rule 14a-4 and Modernize Proxy Solicitation
SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins has released a statement on proposals to rescind Rule 14a-8, amend Rule 14a-4 and modernize proxy solicitation, posted to the agency's speeches and statements page.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAFederal GovernmentFinancial MarketsLegalEconomy SECPaul S. AtkinsRule 14a-8Rule 14a-4Proxy SolicitationSecurities RegulationShareholder Proposals
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OpenAI Unveils AI-Powered Advertising Tools for ChatGPT Ads
OpenAI is testing Sponsored Agents in ChatGPT Ads, adding AI campaign tools and Ads Manager features, and integrating with HubSpot and Shopify as its first CRM and ecommerce partners.
Science & TechnologyBusinessMediaUSAArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetEconomyTrade OpenAIChatGPT AdsSponsored AgentsHubSpotShopifyAdvertising
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports AI Boom Is Becoming a Materials Challenge
MIT Technology Review reports that AI is pushing semiconductors and data centers to their physical limits, driving demand for advanced materials and new AI-assisted discovery methods, according to Syensqo executive Mike Finelli.
Science & TechnologyBusinessComputers and InternetArtificial IntelligenceEnergyEnvironment MIT Technology Reviewadvanced materialssemiconductorsdata centersSyensqoMike FinelliMITsciencetechnology
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Washington, DC to Host 2026 LGBTQIA+ Veterans Day Celebration
The District of Columbia invites community partners to a September 18 celebration honoring LGBTQIA+ veterans, reflecting on progress since the repeal of Don't Ask, Don't Tell.
Politics and GovernmentSocial IssuesMilitaryState GovernmentsGeneral Politics LGBTQIA+ Veterans DayWashington, DCDon't Ask, Don't TellTrue Reformer BuildingveteransDistrict of Columbia GovernmentReston
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DHS Removes Afghan National in First-Ever Use of Alien Terrorist Removal Court
Nazira Haji Zada, 47, of Fort Worth, Texas, conceded she is an alien terrorist and was removed from the U.S. in the first case ever brought before the Alien Terrorist Removal Court.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementConflictFederal GovernmentLegalMilitaryElectionSocial Issues Alien Terrorist Removal CourtNazira Haji ZadaDepartment of Homeland SecurityISISElection Day terror plotTodd BlancheMarkwayne MullinU.S. Department of Homeland Security
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Social Security Administration Alerts Floridians to Changed Office Status
SSA says the operational status of Florida Social Security offices, card centers and hearing offices has changed, and points recipients to online services for statements, claims and account changes.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentEconomyComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationFloridaSocial Security officemy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicare
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Social Security Administration Warns of Ongoing Government Impersonation Scams
SSA urges community partners to help people recognize scammers who impersonate government offices, threaten loss of benefits and pressure individuals to share personal information or send money.
Politics and GovernmentLaw EnforcementUSAFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesComputers and Internet Social Security Administrationscamsgovernment impersonationbenefitsmy Social Security accountAdvocates pageconsumer protection
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Amazon Raises Minimum Starting Pay for US Operations Employees to $20 an Hour
Amazon is raising minimum starting pay for US full-time core operations roles to $20/hour, with average pay near $24/hour, plus new banking and grocery discount benefits.
BusinessEmployment and LaborBankingEconomyUSA AmazonUdit MadanDay 1 FinancialFirst Tech Federal Credit UnionWhole Foods Marketemployee wagesemployee benefits
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Reports Nevada Governor Ties Democratic Rival to California's Newsom
The L.A. Times reports Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo is tying Democratic rival Aaron Ford to California Gov. Gavin Newsom as he seeks a second term.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionGeneral PoliticsRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyState Governments Joe LombardoAaron FordGavin NewsomNevada governor race2028 presidential raceLas VegasCalifornia politicsL.A. Times Politics
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Warns of Fed Rate Hike, Bond Market Strain and Widening Iran War
Newsweek's The 1600 newsletter says the Fed is set to raise rates for the first time in three years as bond yields, diesel prices and the Iran war pressure the White House.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyFinancial MarketsWhite HouseEnergyReal EstateElection NewsweekFederal ReserveKevin Warshinterest ratesbond marketIran warScott Bessent
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Media Monitor: Space Force Budget Impasse, Pratt-Hermeus Engine Deal Top AFA 2026 Coverage
Breaking Defense reports from the Air, Space & Cyber Conference that a budget impasse threatens Space Force programs, while Pratt licenses Hermeus to build F100 engines.
BusinessScience & TechnologyMilitaryUSAEconomyFederal GovernmentTradeArtificial Intelligence Breaking DefenseAir Space & Cyber ConferenceSpace ForceDoug SchiessPratt & WhitneyHermeusAndurilBreaking Defence
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Whitmer Pens Wall Street Journal Op-Ed Standing Up for Michigan Families and Businesses Against Expensive Tariffs
Governor Whitmer takes to the Wall Street Journal to argue costly Republican tariff policies are hurting Michigan, citing a $5,600-per-household burden and calling for a smarter trade strategy.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessEconomyTradeState GovernmentsDemocratic PartyEmployment and LaborEducation Gretchen WhitmerMichiganTariffsWall Street JournalTrade PolicyAmerican ManufacturingTax CutsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Examines AI's Trillion-Dollar Buildout, OpenAI Biology Data Push
MIT Technology Review reports on the economics of the AI data center boom, an OpenAI Foundation effort to fund biology datasets, and tech leaders rejecting calls for an AI slowdown.
Science & TechnologyBusinessHealthPolitics and GovernmentArtificial IntelligenceComputers and InternetFinancial MarketsMedical ScienceFederal GovernmentLegal MIT Technology ReviewOpenAI FoundationNvidiaMetacryptocurrencybiotechnologyMITsciencetechnology
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Georgia Ports Thanks Truck Drivers During National Appreciation Week
Georgia Ports Authority marked National Truck Driver Appreciation Week with gifts at terminal gates and highlighted fast turn times, facial recognition and safety outreach for the truckers who move 80 percent of its container trade.
BusinessTransportationEmployment and LaborTradeScience & TechnologyComputers and Internet Georgia Ports AuthorityNational Truck Driver Appreciation WeekPort of SavannahGarden City Terminaltruck driversfacial recognitionGPA Trucker app
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact Rates Michigan Senate, Maine Medicaid Claims
PolitiFact fact-checks Abdul El-Sayed's claim about Mike Rogers and 9/11 first responders, and a super PAC ad on Troy Jackson, Susan Collins and Medicaid.
Politics and GovernmentHealthMediaUSAElectionCongressDemocratic PartyRepublican PartyFederal GovernmentState Governments Abdul El-SayedMike RogersMichigan Senate race9/11 first respondersTroy JacksonSusan CollinsMedicaidPolitiFact's Ellen Hine
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Media Monitor: Poynter Highlights Pew-Knight Study on Press Freedom Views
Poynter is spotlighting a new Pew Research Center and Knight Foundation study finding most Americans value a free press but many would accept limits on it.
MediaLaw EnforcementUSALegalSocial IssuesMedia Bias Poynter InstitutePew Research CenterKnight Foundationpress freedomFirst AmendmentJon GreenbergRosalynn Carter Fellowships for Mental Health JournalismKristen Hare | Poynter
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Social Security Administration Alerts Wisconsin Residents to Change in Local Office Status
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of Wisconsin offices, card centers and hearing offices has changed, and points customers to online services for most business.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAFederal GovernmentState GovernmentsEconomyComputers and Internet Social Security AdministrationWisconsinSocial Security officemy Social Security accountonline servicesretirement benefitsMedicare
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Virginia Governor Spanberger to Present Carnegie Medal, Address Sheriffs, Sign Sickle Cell Bill
Governor Abigail Spanberger's Wednesday schedule includes presenting the Carnegie Medal to a Virginia Beach middle school student, remarks to the Virginia Sheriff's Association and a sickle cell screening bill signing.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAState GovernmentsEducationLaw EnforcementLegal Abigail SpanbergerVirginiaCarnegie MedalVirginia Sheriff's Associationsickle cell screeningOld Dominion UniversityDawann Steagall Jr.Virginia GovernorReston
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U.S. Import Prices Rise 0.7% in August on Higher Nonfuel Prices; Export Prices Up 0.6%
U.S. import prices climbed 0.7% in August after a 0.3% July drop, while export prices rose 0.6% following a 1.4% decline. Over 12 months, import prices gained 7.0% and export prices 8.6%.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentUSAEconomyTradeFederal GovernmentFinancial Markets Bureau of Labor Statisticsimport pricesexport pricesU.S. economyinflationnonfuel pricesImport and Export Price Indexes
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Yale Researchers Launch Trial Aiming to Stop Parkinson's Disease Before It Starts
Yale researchers are testing whether adalimumab, already used for other conditions, can slow or prevent Parkinson's disease during the decades-long gap before motor symptoms appear.
HealthScience & TechnologyEntertainmentEducationMedical ScienceFinancial MarketsEnvironmentFilm and TV Parkinson's diseaseadalimumabYale Universityclinical trialRachel CarsonBeinecke Librarystock market researchUniversity
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MSMT Report Exposes North Korea's Overseas Labour Sanctions Evasion
Eleven nations release MSMT report detailing DPRK's unlawful overseas labour deployments, generating up to $800 million in 2025 and urging the UN Security Council to restore its Panel of Experts.
Politics and GovernmentWorldConflictLaw EnforcementMilitaryAsiaEuropeNorth KoreaRussiaChinaUnited KingdomAustraliaCanadaFranceGermanyItalyJapanNetherlandsNew ZealandSouth KoreaFederal GovernmentLegalEmployment and Labor Multilateral Sanctions Monitoring TeamDPRKUnited Nations Security Council resolutionsoverseas labour programsanctions evasionPanel of ExpertsUK Government
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FDD Overnight Brief: Houthi Gains Threaten Red Sea Shipping as Iran War Costs Top $38 Billion
FDD's daily brief highlights Houthi seizures along Yemen's Red Sea coast, Saudi oil pipeline damage, stalled Trump energy truce claims, and a $38 billion price tag for the Iran war.
Politics and GovernmentWorldConflictScience & TechnologyMiddle EastMilitaryArtificial IntelligenceEnergyEuropeAsia Foundation for Defense of DemocraciesHouthisYemenRed SeaIranRussia-Ukraine warSaudi Arabia