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NRC Launches Special Inspection at Dresden Nuclear Power Plant Over Corroded Battery Connection
Federal regulators open a special inspection at Constellation Energy's two-unit Dresden plant in Morris, Illinois, after a corroded backup battery connection broke during maintenance and went undetected by routine checks.
Science & TechnologyBusinessEnergyFederal GovernmentLegalEnvironment Nuclear Regulatory CommissionDresden Nuclear Power StationConstellation EnergySpecial InspectionMorris, IllinoisMohammed ShuaibiNuclear Power Plant SafetyU.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC)
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The Met to Open "Designing the Gilded Age: Drawings from the Studios of Louis C. Tiffany"
The Met invites press to an October 19 preview of an exhibition of Louis C. Tiffany studio drawings, opening October 22, 2026 and running through February 7, 2027, made possible by Tiffany & Co.
EntertainmentMediaUSAFilm and TVDigital and Print Publishing The Metropolitan Museum of ArtLouis C. TiffanyDesigning the Gilded AgeTiffany StudiosTiffany & CoGilded AgeArt ExhibitionMet Museum
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Census Bureau Releases September 2026 Business Formation Statistics
U.S. Census Bureau issues September 2026 Business Formation Statistics, covering new business applications and formations nationwide, by region and state, plus Puerto Rico data.
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New Jersey Governor Sherrill and Health Commissioner Washington Get Flu Shots, Urge Residents to Vaccinate
Governor Mikie Sherrill and Dr. Raynard Washington received their 2026-2027 flu vaccines in Bayonne as New Jersey health officials urge residents 6 months and older to get flu and COVID-19 shots this respiratory virus season.
HealthPolitics and GovernmentUSAState GovernmentsMedical ScienceSocial IssuesEducation Mikie SherrillRaynard WashingtonNew Jersey Department of Healthflu vaccineCOVID-19 vaccinerespiratory virus seasonBayonneOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Social Security Administration Alerts Washington, D.C. Residents to Changed Office Status
SSA notifies Washington, D.C. residents that the operational status of their local office, card center or hearing office has changed, and points them to online services for most business.
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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change for American Samoa Offices
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of its offices, card centers and hearing offices in American Samoa has changed, and directs the public to check online for updates.
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Social Security Announces 3.6 Percent Benefit Increase for 2027
Retirement benefits will rise by about $75 a month on average starting in January, with SSI payments increasing from December 31, 2026.
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Army Redesignates Futures Command as Autonomy Command at AUSA 2026
Gen. Christopher LaNeve says FASCOM will pioneer concepts harnessing autonomous capabilities across all warfighting functions.
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Social Security Administration Says Virginia Office Status Has Changed
The agency did not specify the reason for the change or which Virginia offices, card centers and hearing offices are affected, and is directing the public to check status online and use digital services.
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Treasury and IRS Propose Rules to Tighten Premium Tax Credit Eligibility
The proposed regulations would restrict the credit to U.S. citizens, nationals and certain lawfully present noncitizens beginning in 2027 and add new verification criteria for advance payments.
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Social Security Administration Tells Illinois Residents to Check Office Status Before Visiting
The agency says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Illinois has changed, but did not give a reason or say how long the change will last.
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Poynter Reports Sharp Criticism of White House Press Secretary Katie Zacharia's Debut Briefing
Zacharia called on only three reporters, all from conservative outlets, and questions have been raised about her claims to be a lawyer.
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Cornell Bans Fraternity Parties for the Academic Year After Lawsuit
President Michael I. Kotlikoff said the ban takes effect immediately and that New York State Police will be allowed to independently investigate sexual assault allegations on campus.
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Social Security Administration Tells New York Customers to Check Office Status Before Visiting
The agency says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in New York has changed, and that much business can be done online instead.
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Social Security Administration Says Office Status Has Changed in South Carolina
The agency did not specify the nature of the change or which local offices, card centers and hearing offices are affected, and is directing people to check before visiting.
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Social Security Administration Tells Missouri Residents to Check Local Office Status Before Visiting
The agency says the operational status of local offices, card centers and hearing offices in Missouri has changed, but has not said why or which locations are affected.
Politics and GovernmentHealthFederal GovernmentGeneral PoliticsComputers and InternetUSAState GovernmentsSocial Issues Social Security AdministrationMissouriSocial Security office statusmy Social Security accountretirement benefitsdisability benefitsMedicareSocial Security officeonline services
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Social Security Administration Announces Operational Status Change at American Samoa Offices
The Social Security Administration says the operational status of its offices, card centers and hearing offices in American Samoa has changed, and directs the public to check online for updates.
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Governor Newsom to Highlight California's Economic Leadership at Statewide Summit
Newsom joins Lenny Mendonca and former Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger for fireside chats in Long Beach, marking 20 years of California's landmark climate law AB 32.
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Governor Spanberger Awards $205,300 in Tourism Marketing Grants to 46 Local Programs
Virginia awards $205,300 in matching grants to 46 tourism marketing programs, backed by $273,130 in local funds, to boost off-season visitation and support 276 partners statewide.
Politics and GovernmentBusinessState GovernmentsEconomyEmployment and LaborTravel and Tourism Abigail SpanbergerVirginia Tourism CorporationMicrobusiness Marketing Leverage ProgramVirginia tourismtourism marketing grantsCarrie CheneryRita McClennyVirginiaReston
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Media Monitor: L.A. Times Says California Has Become a Political Anchor for Presidential Hopefuls
L.A. Times columnist Mark Z. Barabak writes that California, once a launchpad for presidents, now weighs down 2028 Democratic hopefuls Kamala Harris, Gavin Newsom and Ro Khanna.
Politics and GovernmentUSAElectionDemocratic PartyGeneral PoliticsMedia Los Angeles TimesMark Z. BarabakCalifornia2028 presidential raceKamala HarrisGavin NewsomRo KhannaL.A. Times Politics
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Beshear: 80,000+ Kentuckians Lose SNAP Benefits Under Trump Changes
Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear says federal SNAP changes have left more than 80,000 Kentuckians, including 24,655 children and 6,572 seniors, facing hunger, and urges USDA and Congress to act.
Politics and GovernmentHealthUSAState GovernmentsFederal GovernmentSocial IssuesAgricultureCongress Andy BeshearSNAPKentuckyBrooke Rollinsfood aidhungerFeeding KentuckyKentucky Governor's Office
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Media Monitor: Newsweek Reports Pope Leo Diagnosed With Lung Cancer, Weighs Midterm Dynamics
Newsweek reports Pope Leo has been diagnosed with lung cancer, while its newsletter weighs Republican midterm strategy, President Trump's conduct and a new White House press secretary's rocky debut.
Politics and GovernmentMediaUSAWhite HouseRepublican PartyDemocratic PartyElectionMedia Bias Pope Leolung cancerDonald Trumpmidterm electionsKatie ZachariaKimberly GuilfoyleNewt GingrichNewsweek
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Media Monitor: MIT Technology Review Reports on Military Fake Blood, Battery Maker WeLion and GLP-1 Aging Claims
MIT Technology Review's daily briefing covers a $73 million DARPA push for shelf-stable dried blood, Chinese battery maker WeLion's semi-solid cells, and drugmakers' claims that GLP-1 drugs slow aging.
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Consumer Price Index Rises 0.6% in September as Gasoline Prices Climb
BLS reports the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers rose 0.6% in September and 3.7% over the year, with gasoline driving the increase.
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Real Average Hourly Earnings Fall 0.5% in September
BLS reports real average hourly earnings for all employees decreased 0.5 percent in September as average hourly earnings rose 0.1 percent and CPI-U climbed 0.6 percent.
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Yale Researchers Build 'Library' of Viral Mutants to Help Prevent Cancer
Yale's Daniel DiMaio and Yuka Takeo engineered new viral reserves to stretch limited HPV vaccine supplies, while the university marked 325 years and a quarterback honored his late father.
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Federal Reserve Marks National Economic Education Month with Webinar, Recruiting Push
Fed newsletter announces October Economic Education Month, a monetary policy webinar on October 20, research assistant and summer 2027 internship recruiting, currency education resources and the High School Fed Challenge.
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OCC Report Finds All Nine Largest National Banks Had Debanking Policies
OCC supervisory review finds all nine largest national banks had policies that disadvantaged Americans based on political, religious or social views, or lawful business activities, between 2020 and September 2025.
BusinessPolitics and GovernmentBankingFederal GovernmentEconomyLegalSocial Issues Office of the Comptroller of the CurrencyDebankingJonathan V. GouldNational banksFair access to financial servicesReputation riskExecutive OrderOffice of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC)
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Media Monitor: PolitiFact fact-checks Michigan Senate doctor claim and Ramaswamy Alzheimer's drug ad
PolitiFact examines whether Michigan Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed is a doctor and rates a claim about Vivek Ramaswamy's promotion of a failed Alzheimer's drug as Mostly False.
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Media Monitor: NPR Reports on Zelenskyy Interview, Pope's Cancer Diagnosis, Guilfoyle Ouster and Press Access Ruling
NPR reports Zelenskyy says the Trump administration warned it could cut intelligence-sharing over Ukrainian drone strikes, while the Vatican discloses a papal cancer diagnosis and a judge blocks press exclusions.
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