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• Port of Long Beach Hosts Summit to Bolster Cargo Security Against Rising Threats

  31 Aug 2026 6:23 p.m. · Source: Port of Long Beach

  The Port of Long Beach convened law enforcement and supply chain leaders at a summit to tackle organized crime, cybersecurity, and cargo theft. Discussions highlighted new legislation and the Port's proactive security investments amid rising theft losses.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentEconomyTransportationComputers and Internet Port of Long BeachCargo SecurityCybersecurityOrganized CrimeSupply ChainCombating Organized Retail Crime ActTrade Gateway

• House Bills Address Technical Amendments to U.S. Code

  31 Aug 2026 6:06 p.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

  The U.S. House is advancing several bills to make technical amendments, update statutory references, and improve various titles of the United States Code, with all measures slated for completion by August 31, 2026.

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• NOAA/USAF Report Low Solar Activity, Quiet Geomagnetic Conditions Forecast

  31 Aug 2026 6:01 p.m. · Source: NOAA

  NOAA and USAF report low solar activity with six sunspot regions and quiet to unsettled geomagnetic conditions. A slight chance of M-class flares is forecast, with stable space weather expected through September 3.

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• Department of War Invests $22.1 Million to Boost Radiation Testing for Defense Microelectronics

  31 Aug 2026 5:43 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

  The Department of War awarded $22.1 million to expand domestic radiation testing infrastructure for defense microelectronics. This 24-month contract with Michigan State University, Trusted Strategic Solutions, and Nucleon will enhance national security and defense readiness.

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• House Considers Bills on US Code Amendments and Trade Crime Protection

  31 Aug 2026 5:36 p.m. · Source: U.S. Library of Congress

  The House is reviewing H.R.4523 for technical code amendments and H.R.1869, the Protecting American Industry and Labor from International Trade Crimes Act of 2026, to safeguard domestic sectors.

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• Trump Tariffs Threaten Connecticut Economy with Rising Consumer Prices

  31 Aug 2026 5:15 p.m. · Source: Connecticut Governors Office

  Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont, state leaders, and business associations warn that President Trump's new tariffs on Canadian goods and retaliatory measures will increase prices for consumers and businesses, impacting the state's economy and exports.

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• Department of War Invests Millions to Modernize Pine Bluff Arsenal Production

  31 Aug 2026 5:07 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

  The Department of War is investing nearly $19 million, with Army support, to upgrade Pine Bluff Arsenal's smoke grenade production. This five-year project modernizes facilities and equipment, enhancing safety and capacity for critical defense materiel.

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• Governor Sherrill Re-establishes Judicial Advisory Panel for New Jersey Courts

  31 Aug 2026 5:02 p.m. · Source: Office of New Jersey Governor

  Governor Mikie Sherrill signed Executive Order 22, re-establishing New Jersey's Judicial Advisory Panel. This eight-member panel, chaired by Justice Jaynee LaVecchia, will evaluate candidates for Superior and Supreme Court appointments, ensuring experienced legal guidance in judicial selections.

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• Media Monitor: Supreme Court Clears Trump Ballroom Project; Grand Canyon Flooding Kills Two; NATO Rebuffs Russia

  31 Aug 2026 5:01 p.m. · Source: Newsweek

  Newsweek reports the Supreme Court cleared President Donald Trump's White House ballroom project. It also covers Grand Canyon flooding, NATO's rebuff of Russia, and George Santos's lifetime ban from Kalshi.

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• Mayor Bass Demands Legal Action Against Negligent Studio City Property Owner

  31 Aug 2026 4:53 p.m. · Source: LA Mayors Office

  Mayor Bass is pursuing legal action and a lien against the owner of a hazardous Studio City property after a fire. The city is intensifying efforts against negligent owners, having cleared over 25 blighted sites and enacted new legislation.

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• Ana Salazar Modela Tu Cuerpo Recalls Lipofit Extreme Fat Burner 2.0 Over Undeclared Fluoxetine and DNP

  31 Aug 2026 4:35 p.m. · Source: US Food and Drug Administration

  Ana Salazar Modela Tu Cuerpo Inc. has recalled Lipofit Extreme Fat Burner 2.0 nationwide. The weight-loss product contains undeclared fluoxetine and toxic DNP, posing serious health risks including cardiac arrest and neurological effects.

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• Kofinas Olive Oil Recalls Garlic Infused Product Over Unapproved Ingredient

  31 Aug 2026 4:34 p.m. · Source: US Food and Drug Administration

  LMSI LLC/Kofinas Olive Oil voluntarily recalls its Garlic Mediterranean infused extra virgin olive oil. The recall is due to an unapproved garlic essential oil, affecting products sold in Cincinnati and online from August 2025 to August 2026.

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• Crystal Temptations Recalls Chocolatey Eyeballs Over Undeclared Milk

  31 Aug 2026 4:28 p.m. · Source: US Food and Drug Administration

  Crystal Temptations is recalling Halloween Chocolatey Eyeballs across 13 states due to undeclared milk allergens. Consumers with milk allergies face serious risks if they consume these products.

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• Panorama Produce Recalls Mangoes Over Salmonella Concerns

  31 Aug 2026 4:26 p.m. · Source: US Food and Drug Administration

  Panorama Produce is recalling 302 boxes of mangoes sold in CT, NY, NJ, and PA due to potential "Salmonella" contamination. No illnesses have been reported, but consumers should check for specific product identifiers.

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• Everything Sprouts Expands Recall of Radish Mix Over E. Coli and Salmonella Concerns

  31 Aug 2026 4:27 p.m. · Source: US Food and Drug Administration

  Everything Sprouts, LLC has expanded its voluntary recall to include Robust Radish Sprout Mix due to potential contamination with E. coli and Salmonella. The product was distributed in Minnesota and Wisconsin, though no illnesses have been reported yet.

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• Northwest Naturals Recalls Raw Pet Food Over Salmonella and Listeria Concerns

  31 Aug 2026 4:24 p.m. · Source: US Food and Drug Administration

  Northwest Naturals has voluntarily recalled specific lots of its Frozen Chicken Recipe cat and dog food nationwide due to potential Salmonella and Listeria monocytogenes contamination, posing risks to pets and handlers. No illnesses have been reported.

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• SEC and FDA Announce MOU to Bolster Cooperation and Ensure Market Integrity

  31 Aug 2026 4:11 p.m.

  The Securities and Exchange Commission and the Food and Drug Administration have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to bolster cooperation and ensure market integrity, supporting their respective missions.

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• Media Monitor: TIME Health Reports on Diet, Boundaries, and September Goals

  31 Aug 2026 4:02 p.m. · Source: TIME Health

  TIME Health is reporting on practical tips for the Mediterranean diet, insights on setting boundaries, and why September might be the ideal month for new health goals.

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• Media Monitor: Cornell Chronicle reports on homelessness, exoplanets, eDNA, and cancer therapies

  31 Aug 2026 4:01 p.m. · Source: Cornell Chronicle

  The Cornell Chronicle reports on health systems addressing homelessness, NASA's new exoplanet telescope, eDNA in fisheries, and cancer therapies. Other outlets cover flesh-eating bacteria and IQ scores.

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• Mayor Bowser and Chairman Mendelson to Host CBCF Reception

  31 Aug 2026 4:00 p.m. · Source: District of Columbia Mayors Office

  Mayor Muriel Bowser and DC Council Chairman Phil Mendelson will host a "Welcome to Washington Reception" on September 16, 2026, for the Congressional Black Caucus Foundation's 55th Annual Legislative Conference, celebrating Black leadership and community.

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• Global Older Adult Population Projected to Nearly Double by 2060

  31 Aug 2026 3:56 p.m. · Source: U.S. Census Bureau

  The U.S. Census Bureau reports the global older adult population will nearly double by 2060, surpassing younger demographics. It also announced upcoming economic data releases and a deadline for the 2026 Census Test.

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• U.S. Department of War Invests $4 Million in National STEM Program

  31 Aug 2026 3:49 p.m. · Source: U.S. Department of War

  The U.S. Department of War has invested $4 million in a national STEM initiative with EXPLR PBC Inc. to strengthen the defense industrial base and inspire future skilled professionals through a D.C. festival and media campaign.

  Politics and GovernmentBusinessScience & TechnologyFederal GovernmentEconomyEmployment and LaborEducation U.S. Department of WarSTEMDefense Industrial BaseWorkforce DevelopmentEXPLRMichael CadenazziWashington D.C.

• Regulators Push Back Form PF Compliance to July 2027

  31 Aug 2026 3:42 p.m.

  The CFTC and SEC have jointly extended the compliance deadline for Form PF amendments from October 2026 to July 2027. This provides more time for investment advisers to private funds, including CPOs and CTAs, to meet new reporting requirements.

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• SEC Chairman Atkins Issues Statement on 2024 Form PF Amendments Extension

  31 Aug 2026 3:40 p.m.

  SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins has released a statement on the extension of 2024 Form PF Amendments. The new information from the Securities and Exchange Commission is now publicly available, detailing the latest updates.

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• Media Monitor: Sierra Club Reports Trump Administration Plan to Carve Up Yosemite

  31 Aug 2026 3:39 p.m. · Source: Sierra Club

  Sierra Club is reporting a secret Trump administration plan to transfer Yosemite National Park land to a private developer, despite recent presidential pledges to protect national parks.

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• Fairfax County Observes International Overdose Awareness Day Amidst Progress

  31 Aug 2026 3:35 p.m. · Source: Fairfax County Government

  Fairfax County marked International Overdose Awareness Day on August 31, noting a decrease in opioid overdoses. Despite progress, 899 lives have been lost since 2016, emphasizing the continued need for prevention efforts.

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• FTC, States Sue Amazon Over Secret Ad Surcharge Scheme

  31 Aug 2026 3:18 p.m.

  The Federal Trade Commission and 22 states have filed a lawsuit against Amazon, alleging the company secretly inflated prices in its online search advertising auctions through deceptive and unfair practices, impacting digital advertising costs.

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• Lt. Governor Dahlstrom Blocks Treg Taylor's Gubernatorial Nomination

  31 Aug 2026 3:14 p.m. · Source: Office of Alaska Governor

  Lt. Gov. Nancy Dahlstrom will not certify Treg Taylor's gubernatorial nomination. The decision follows an Alaska Public Offices Commission recommendation due to Taylor's failure to comply with financial disclosure laws by the July 1, 2026 deadline.

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• D.C. State Board of Education to Hold Virtual September Working Session

  31 Aug 2026 3:06 p.m. · Source: DC State Board of Education

  The D.C. State Board of Education will hold its September working session virtually on September 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Public access is available via livestream, with in-person attendance limited.

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• Mayor Bass's Inside Safe Houses Nearly 20 in Palms, Exceeds 6,000 Total

  31 Aug 2026 2:59 p.m. · Source: LA Mayors Office

  Mayor Karen Bass's Inside Safe program completed its 140th operation in Palms, housing nearly 20 Angelenos and bringing the total to over 6,000. The initiative continues to address encampments and expand affordable housing efforts.

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