By Bob Pepalis | Aug 3, 2022
To ensure the Qualified Professional Asset Manager Exemption continues to safeguard plans, participants and beneficiaries, as well as owners of individual retirement accounts and their interests, the U.S. Department of Labor's Employee Benefits Security Administration recently announced a proposed amendment to the exclusion.
By Bob Pepalis | Aug 3, 2022
The nation’s Gross Domestic Product fell 0.9% in the second quarter of 2022.
By Bob Pepalis | Aug 2, 2022
A Reston, Va., technical and engineering contractor had to pay $268,014 in back wages for 63 workers for failing to pay part of their wages and benefits while working on a Department of Defense project in Havelock.
By Bob Pepalis | Aug 2, 2022
The Delaware Nation Economic Development Authority in Oklahoma City will receive a $2.6 million Economic Development Administration grant to rebuild the Greentech Center building and campus.
By Bob Pepalis | Aug 1, 2022
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell said that the Biden Administration is trying to redefine the word recession.
By Bob Pepalis | Aug 1, 2022
An Orlando, Florida, Family Dollar store faces a proposed $330,446 fine after U.S. Department of Labor investigators discovered deliberate and repeated safety violations during an investigation into a tragic shoplifting incident.
By Bob Pepalis | Aug 1, 2022
Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen recently denied that the United States was in a recession, despite a second consecutive quarter of GDP contraction reported by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
By Bob Pepalis | Aug 1, 2022
An Alaska abalone working group has been established by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration Fisheries and Alaska Sea Grant, bringing together stakeholders from the federal, state and Tribal governments.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 31, 2022
Former Congressman Mike Rogers (R-Mich.) said the United States needs to engage in counterintelligence to combat Chinese espionage efforts, following a report by Republicans alleging the Chinese government targeted the U.S. Federal Reserve.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 30, 2022
Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced his plans to speak with Russian Foreign Minister Lavrov to facilitate the release of WNBA star Brittney Griner and former U.S. Marine Paul Whelan.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 30, 2022
The State Department recently celebrated the 32nd anniversary of the passing of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 29, 2022
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken strongly condemned Russia's attack on Ukraine's Port of Odesa, which was carried out just a day after agreeing to allow grain and agricultural exports to be transported through the port.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 28, 2022
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken condemned Myanmar's recent executions of pro-democracy activists in the country, labeling the deaths as “reprehensible acts of violence” that further “extinguish democracy” in the country.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 27, 2022
State Department spokesperson Ned Price expressed condolence on behalf of the United States regarding the recent passing of Lord David Trimble, the former First Minister of Northern Ireland.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 25, 2022
The U.S. Departments of Labor and Commerce announced the 120-Day Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Sprint to help develop and skilled and diverse cybersecurity workforce.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 25, 2022
Representatives of countries from around the world are gathering in New York for the Tenth Review Conference of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty on Aug. 1.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 24, 2022
U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken met with Moldovan Prime Minister Natalia Gavrilita July 19 to discuss foreign relations between the two nations, as well as plans for additional funding from the U.S. government and Congress.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 24, 2022
The Mid-Shore Regional Council (MSRC) utilized the power of its regional allies to aid in pandemic relief throughout Maryland’s Eastern Shore.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 24, 2022
Six current and recent Ph.D. candidates have been chosen by the U.S. Department of Labor to participate in its inaugural summer fellowship program, which will provide the opportunity to develop their skills in analyzing federal labor laws, regulations and programs.
By Bob Pepalis | Jul 23, 2022
Emergency service workers at a Sanford, N.C., health care center received $97,209 in back wages after an investigation revealed their employer cut time from their working hours.
