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Meta hosts hackathon promoting AI solutions for public service challenges

Meta recently concluded its Llama Impact Hackathon in London, focusing on AI solutions for public services.


HUD hosts summit for Native homeownership during heritage month

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) is set to host a national Native Homeownership and Asset Building Summit during Native American Heritage Month.


Debt collection scheme leader sentenced to prison

Joseph Ciffa, a resident of Tonawanda, NY, has been sentenced to 37 months in prison following his conviction for conspiracy to commit wire fraud and filing a false tax return. U.S. District Judge Richard J. Arcara handed down the sentence.


Lancaster man admits guilt in wire fraud case involving nearly $5 million

Robert Namath Emory, a 54-year-old resident of Lancaster, has admitted guilt to wire fraud charges after misappropriating funds from his employer.


Brazilian man sentenced for illegal reentry into the United States

A Brazilian national, Jose Antonio Moreira Martins Desouza, was sentenced in a Boston federal court for illegally reentering the United States after deportation.


Instagram introduces reset option for personalized recommendations

Instagram is introducing a new feature aimed at enhancing user experience, particularly for teenagers.


Oklahoma City man sentenced to 40 years for child pornography offenses

Michael Rios, a 43-year-old resident of Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to 40 years in federal prison for possession and distribution of child pornography.


Asheville lifts boil water notice post-Hurricane Helene

On November 18, 2024, the City of Asheville Water Resources Department announced the lifting of the Boil Water Notice that was put in place following Hurricane Helene.


Utah man pleads guilty to $4.9M securities fraud scheme

A Utah County man has pleaded guilty to securities fraud, admitting to defrauding clients through the sale of investment contracts without a license.


Labor delegation attends UN climate change conference

A delegation from the Department of Labor's Bureau of International Labor Affairs, led by Deputy Undersecretary for International Affairs Thea Lee, attended the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conference in Azerbaijan from November 13-15.


HUD reports increased innovation among employees according to annual survey

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has released the findings of the 2024 Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey (FEVS), a significant annual survey that gauges federal employees' perspectives on their work environment,...


Minkara travels to UAE and Bahrain for disability rights advocacy

Special Advisor on International Disability Rights, Sara Minkara, is set to visit the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and Bahrain from November 19 to 21.


US congratulates Monaco on National Day celebrating longstanding partnership

On November 19, 2024, U.S. Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken extended congratulations to Monaco on its National Day, known as La Fête du Prince.


CBP intercepts fentanyl smugglers at El Paso border crossing

U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Bridge of the Americas international crossing in El Paso seized nearly half a pound of fentanyl on November 17.


Childcare costs exceed rent in several US counties

The U.S. Department of Labor has released an update to the National Database of Childcare Prices, revealing that child care costs can surpass monthly rent expenses in many U.S. counties.


HUD allocates $73M for technical assistance under Community Compass program

The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the allocation of $73 million in cooperative agreements under the Community Compass Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Program.


Moolenaar discusses revoking China's trade status as 'most favored nation'

Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party appeared on NewsNation to discuss his new legislative proposal.


Oklahoma City man sentenced to ten years for drug and gun charges

Quintral Demetrices Jones, a 28-year-old resident of Oklahoma City, has been sentenced to ten years in federal prison.


Digital retail reshapes consumer priorities amid growing omnichannel trends

A recent report by the CCIA Research Center examines how the expansion of digital and omnichannel retail options is influencing consumer behavior.


Daniel-Davis highlights progress on climate initiatives at COP29

Acting Deputy Secretary Laura Daniel-Davis spoke at the 29th Conference of the Parties (COP29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, highlighting efforts by the Biden-Harris administration to address climate change and economic inequity through nature-based...