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Workplace injuries fall to lowest level since 2003 according to new report

The U.S. Department of Labor's Assistant Secretary for Occupational Safety and Health, Douglas Parker, commented on the Bureau of Labor Statistics' 2023 Survey of Occupational Injuries and Illnesses.


Austin discusses regional security with new Israeli defense minister

Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III had an introductory conversation with Israel's new Minister of Defense, Israel Katz.


US concerned over ceasefire violations in eastern DRC

The United States has expressed serious concerns over the recent ceasefire violations in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) attributed to the M23 armed group.


Customs warns public about ongoing phone scam targeting personal data

Telephone scammers are targeting residents across the United States, seeking personal information to bypass financial security protocols. U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) employees have been receiving numerous calls from concerned citizens...


US supports Philippines' new Maritime Zones Act

The United States has expressed its support for the Philippines following the enactment of the Maritime Zones Act, which was signed into law by President Marcos on November 8, 2024.


Pharmacist brothers convicted in $15M healthcare fraud scheme

A federal jury has found two brothers guilty of orchestrating a health care fraud scheme involving Medicare, Medicaid, and private insurers.


Chile-US environment council reviews cooperation agreements

The governments of Chile and the United States have released a joint statement following their recent meetings to review the implementation of the Free Trade Agreement Environment Chapter and Environmental Cooperation Agreement.


U.S. regulators take 'less proactive' stance in 'crypto space'

Stephen Peepels, chief legal officer at MANTRA, said that U.S. regulators have adopted a less "proactive" approach in the "crypto space" compared to other capital markets.


Lawmakers probe semiconductor firms on sales of equipment to China

Chairman John Moolenaar and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party have reached out to major semiconductor manufacturing equipment...


Court enjoins Miami tax preparers; orders disgorgement payments

The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida has issued a permanent injunction against Miami tax return preparers Niclas Pierre and Elius Bessard, along with their respective businesses, Niclas Tax and Express Inc. and Bessard...


DOE secures deal on strategic petroleum reserve purchase amid global supply concerns

The U.S. Department of Energy has announced the completion of a significant acquisition for the Strategic Petroleum Reserve (SPR), securing 200 million barrels of crude oil at an average price of $74.75 per barrel.


HUD settles disability discrimination claim with Denver for $115K

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has reached a settlement agreement with the City and County of Denver, Colorado, resolving allegations of disability discrimination.


Department of Defense invests additional funds into microelectronics leadership

The U.S. Department of Defense has announced an additional investment of $160 million from the CHIPS and Science Act, aimed at enhancing America's microelectronics capabilities through the Microelectronics Commons network.


Settlement reached for cleanup at Norfolk Superfund site

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a settlement agreement concerning the Iowa-Nebraska Light & Power Company Superfund Site in Norfolk, Nebraska.


China adapts Meta’s AI for military use

Last week, the Jamestown Foundation published a report outlining how the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has adapted Meta's "Llama" model.


CBP intercepts record number of destructive pests at LAX

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) agriculture specialists at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) have been actively intercepting harmful pests from overseas, which pose a threat to the United States' agriculture resources.


Labor Dept files suit against Indy health firms over alleged wage law violations

In 2018, federal investigators cited Hahn March for failing to pay overtime wages to employees at Aging and Disabled Home Healthcare in Indiana.


NFIB California sees positive election outcomes with key propositions and candidate endorsements

As of November 8, 2024, the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) California is reporting a successful election night based on current results.


Florida roofing business owner pleads guilty in employment tax conspiracy

A Florida man and woman have admitted to conspiring to defraud the United States by failing to pay employment taxes, according to a recent court hearing.


Blinken discusses Ukraine support with German foreign minister

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken recently engaged in discussions with German Foreign Minister Annalena Baerbock, focusing on the coordination of support for Ukraine.