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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.


Treasury reports September 2024 sees significant increase in TIC inflows

The U.S. Department of the Treasury has published the Treasury International Capital (TIC) data for September 2024, revealing a net TIC inflow of $398.4 billion.


Puerto Rico receives educational transformation guidance from U.S. Department

The U.S. Department of Education has released the Puerto Rico Educational Transformation Guidebook, offering recommendations for local leaders to continue decentralizing education efforts on the island.


NFIB releases report on small business contributions to communities

The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has published its 2024 report on small businesses' contributions to their communities.


Lawrence man accused of COVID relief fund fraud

A Lawrence man has been charged in Boston's federal court for allegedly obtaining COVID-19 relief funds and Social Security benefits fraudulently.


Borrego Springs man sentenced to ten years for child abuse material possession

A Borrego Springs man, Robert Clonts, has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for possessing child sex abuse material.


AUKUS partners sign new agreement on hypersonics technology

The United States Department of Defense, the Australian Department of Defence, and the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence have announced a significant agreement to enhance hypersonic vehicle testing and technology implementation.


St. Croix woman pleads guilty to $372K embezzlement scheme

Nicole Morales, a 48-year-old from Altadena, California, and originally from St. Croix, has pleaded guilty to three counts of wire fraud.


Department announces major investment in California and Utah water recycling projects

The Department of the Interior has announced a $125 million investment for five water recycling projects in California and Utah.


US imposes sanctions related to West Bank violence

The United States has announced sanctions against three entities and three individuals due to their involvement in violence against civilians or in the destruction or dispossession of property in the West Bank.


Labor Department launches national apprenticeship week with over 1,300 events

The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the commencement of National Apprenticeship Week, an annual event aimed at highlighting how Registered Apprenticeship enhances career opportunities and broadens access to well-paying jobs across various...


New York businessman pleads guilty in $5.3 million healthcare fraud case

A businessman based in New York has admitted to participating in a health care fraud and illegal kickback conspiracy, according to Vikas Khanna, Attorney for the United States.


Commissioner Bedoya to discuss worker surveillance at NYU Wagner

Commissioner Alvaro M. Bedoya is set to speak at NYU Wagner in an event titled "The FTC and Worker Surveillance: A Conversation with Federal Trade Commissioner Alvaro Bedoya."


HUD achieves fifth consecutive clean audit opinion

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced that its Agency Financial Report has received a clean audit opinion for the fifth consecutive year.