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Small business survey highlights community contributions ahead of Small Business Saturday

With Small Business Saturday approaching on November 30, new research highlights the impact of Main Street enterprises on local communities and economies.


U.S. Treasury sanctions Amana over ties to violence in West Bank

The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on Amana, the Settlement Movement of Gush Emunim Central Cooperative Association Ltd, and its subsidiary Binyanei Bar Amana Ltd.


DoD launches MARSEC Consortium for enhanced maritime security in Southeast Asia

The Department of Defense has announced the launch of the Maritime Security (MARSEC) Consortium, a new initiative aimed at enhancing maritime security in Southeast Asia.


AI could cut drug development time by half: ITIF report

Artificial intelligence is poised to significantly impact the drug development process, potentially reducing development times by about half.


Blinken discusses Middle East conflicts with Saudi foreign minister at G20

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with Saudi Foreign Minister Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al Saud in Rio de Janeiro during the G20 conference.


Indiana man pleads guilty in Twin Cities fentanyl distribution case

An Indiana man has admitted guilt in a drug trafficking conspiracy involving the distribution of fentanyl across the Twin Cities and nearby regions.


Meta expands AI features on Ray-Ban glasses across four European countries

Meta has announced the expansion of its AI capabilities on Ray-Ban Meta glasses to France, Italy, Ireland, and Spain.


Department of Defense reveals class of 2025 LUCI fellows

The Department of Defense (DoD) has announced the class of 2025 Laboratory-University Collaboration Initiative (LUCI) fellows.


House panel on Chinese Communist Party continues with bipartisan support

The House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party will continue its work in the upcoming Congress, according to Chairman John Moolenaar.


Justice Department finds civil rights violations by Worcester Police

The Justice Department has released findings from its investigation into the Worcester Police Department (WPD) and the City of Worcester, Massachusetts.


New report highlights New York small businesses' impact on local communities

NFIB has released its 2024 Small Businesses’ Contribution to the Community report, providing insights into how small businesses across New York contribute to their communities.


CBP intercepts fentanyl shipment in Norfolk destined for Sierra Leone

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers in Norfolk, Virginia, discovered fentanyl powder during a routine inspection of vehicles in an export container on November 8.


Biloxi restaurant sentenced for conspiracy in seafood misbranding case

A Mississippi corporation, Mary Mahoney’s Old French House restaurant in Biloxi, and its co-owner and manager, Anthony Charles Cvitanovich, have been sentenced following charges related to a conspiracy to misbrand seafood.


Blinken meets with foreign ministers at G20 Summit

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a meeting with foreign ministers and senior officials from Canada, Chile, France, Italy, Mexico, Paraguay, Spain, the United Kingdom, and Uruguay.


Harris Jewelry ordered by court to reopen claims portal for servicemember refunds

A federal court has mandated Harris Jewelry to reopen its claims process and notify consumers, primarily active duty servicemembers, to submit refund requests.


U.S. imposes new sanctions on Israeli individuals and entities linked to West Bank violence

The United States has announced financial sanctions against certain individuals and an entity due to their involvement in activities that threaten peace and stability in the West Bank.


Farmers union urges swift congressional action on farm bill

National Farmers Union President Rob Larew has issued a statement urging Congress to prioritize the passage of a comprehensive five-year Farm Bill.


New York City set to launch congestion pricing toll in January

New York will soon become the first city in the United States to implement a congestion pricing toll.


Verma discusses Ukraine support with Bulgarian Foreign Minister

Deputy Secretary of State for Management and Resources Richard R. Verma met with Bulgarian Foreign Minister Ivan Kondov in Sofia.


New Jersey postmaster faces federal charges for alleged sexual assault

A U.S. Postal Service Postmaster has been indicted on federal civil rights charges related to a sexual assault incident involving a postal employee.