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FTC adds defendants in case against student loan debt relief scheme

In its ongoing legal case against a student loan debt relief operation, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has expanded its list of defendants.


Assistant admissions director at Emmanuel College charged with solicitation of a minor

An Assistant Admissions Director at Emmanuel College, Boston, was apprehended on allegations of soliciting a minor to engage in commercial sex.


Father and son sentenced in firearm possession case in Oklahoma City

An Oklahoma City resident, Nicois Megale Smith, 40, has received a federal prison sentence totaling 84 months for possessing a firearm illegally after a prior felony conviction.


Mexican national pleads guilty to illegal U.S. reentry, faces up to 20 years

A 33-year-old Mexican national, Francisco Raymundo Dominguez-Sanchez, has pleaded guilty to illegally reentering the United States, as announced by U.S. Attorney Nicholas J. Ganjei.


Wyoming residents sentenced in firearm, drug trafficking, and reentry cases

Joshua Roye Dunn, a 36-year-old resident of Sheridan, Wyoming, has been sentenced to 36 months of supervised probation after being found in possession of an unregistered firearm.


South African man arraigned in New York on child pornography distribution charges

Marcell M. Meyer, a South African citizen residing in Sackets Harbor, New York, was arraigned in federal court on charges of distribution of child pornography.


New Orleans postal worker charged with accepting bribes connected to drug shipments

Keith Toney, a 43-year-old mail carrier in New Orleans, has been indicted for allegedly accepting bribes as a public official, according to an announcement by Acting U.S. Attorney Michael M. Simpson.


Indian national sentenced to 35 years for exploiting minors in Oklahoma

Sai Kumar Kurremula, a 31-year-old Indian national residing in Edmond, has been sentenced to 35 years in federal prison. U.S. Attorney Robert J. Troester announced the sentence, saying it is for the sexual exploitation of three children and the...


Honduran citizen charged with illegal re-entry and social security fraud

A citizen of Honduras has been charged by a federal grand jury in Pittsburgh with violating federal immigration and fraud laws.


China drafts law to strengthen its private economy, critics urge stronger enforceability

The People's Republic of China is working on its first law dedicated to the private economy, a move aimed at restoring confidence in a sector considered vital to the nation's economic prosperity.


National Association of Realtors announces staffing changes in organizational revamp

The National Association of Realtors (NAR) announced a series of staffing changes as part of its ongoing strategy to manage costs, enhance operations, and better support its members and consumers.


United States nominates Rosa María Payá for Inter-American Commission on Human Rights

The United States has put forward Rosa María Payá as a candidate for the Inter-American Commission on Human Rights (IACHR).


Biological Weapons Convention marks 50th anniversary with global commitment

Fifty years ago, the international community made a significant move towards eliminating biological weapons.


Landau discusses U.S.-Japan relations with Japanese Vice Foreign Minister

Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau held a conversation with Japanese Vice Foreign Minister Funakoshi Takehiro, as confirmed by Spokesperson Tammy Bruce.


Biological Weapons Convention celebrates five decades of international security efforts

The Biological Weapons Convention (BWC) marks its 50th anniversary, serving as a crucial element in international security by preventing the use of biological weapons.


Rubio discusses regional security and energy cooperation with Barbados PM

Secretary of State Marco Rubio recently held a meeting with Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados to discuss the longstanding relationship between the United States and Barbados.


U.S., Mexico reaffirm commitment to enhance security cooperation

Today, Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau engaged in a conversation with Mexican Foreign Secretary Juan Ramón de la Fuente to emphasize the United States' commitment to enhancing security cooperation between the two nations.


Secretary Rubio discusses Haiti's security situation with President Jean

Secretary of State Marco Rubio held a meeting with Haitian Transitional Presidential Council President Fritz Alphonse Jean in Kingston, Jamaica.


Rubio meets with Trinidad and Tobago's Prime Minister to discuss regional security

Secretary of State Marco Rubio met with Trinidad and Tobago Prime Minister Stuart Young in Kingston, Jamaica.


U.S. Department reopens student loan repayment and consolidation applications

The U.S. Department of Education's Office of Federal Student Aid (FSA) has reopened the online applications for income-driven repayment (IDR) plans and loan consolidation.