By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The United States has announced sanctions against three entities and one individual involved in the development and production of Russia's Garpiya series long-range attack unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). These UAVs have been used in Russia's conflict with Ukraine, targeting critical infrastructure and causing significant casualties.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The European AI Roundtable has concluded its second edition, focusing on drafting the Code of Practice for general-purpose AI (GPAI) as part of implementing the EU's Artificial Intelligence Act. This gathering, facilitated by CCIA Europe, brought together experts from various sectors to discuss operationalizing key aspects of Europe's new AI rules.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
Netflix is expanding the celebration of its hit series, Stranger Things, beyond the traditional November 6 "Stranger Things Day" to what it now calls "Stranger Season." The streaming giant plans to mark this occasion with a variety of events and merchandise offerings for fans worldwide.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The recent killing of Yahya Sinwar, the leader of Hamas, by Israeli forces marks a significant event in counterterrorism efforts. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III commented on this development, noting that while Sinwar's death does not heal the wounds from the October 7th attacks or the numerous deaths he is responsible for, it may provide some justice and solace to the victims' families.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
In the wake of Border Patrol Agent James Epling's death, a legacy of service and dedication continues through his family and colleagues. Epling lost his life on December 16, 2003, while attempting to rescue migrants in distress in the Colorado River near Andrade, California. His widow, Monica Epling, recalls how her husband went to work despite being ill because "his fellow agents needed help."
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
Yesterday, Reuters reported that the U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has stopped imports from DJI, a Chinese drone manufacturer, due to products linked to forced labor. This action is in response to a violation of the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act. Following this development, Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY) issued a joint statement.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
This week, the U.S. Department of the Treasury convened a roundtable to explore how financial institutions can enhance their support for Tribal Nations in accessing capital. The event brought together various stakeholders from the Tribal finance ecosystem, including representatives from Tribal governments, financial technology firms, consumer advocacy groups, government agencies, and financial institutions.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The Department of Commerce has announced the 2024 Class of Sustainability, Energy, and Environmental (SEE) Ambassadors. This program highlights departmental employees who have excelled in implementing projects that enhance sustainability, energy efficiency, climate adaptation, and environmental performance.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The United States has announced sanctions on five companies and five individuals, while also identifying eight vessels as blocked property. These measures are in response to their connections with a network linked to Sa’id al-Jamal, a U.S.-designated Houthi financial operative backed by the Iran-based Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force. The U.S. government asserts that the Iranian regime's support for regional terrorist groups is contributing to instability in the Middle East.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
A South Carolina man, Daqua Lameek Ritter, has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of Dime Doe, a Black transgender woman. The crime took place in December 2019 in Allendale, South Carolina. On February 24, a jury found Ritter guilty on all charges, which included hate crime, federal firearms violations, and obstruction counts linked to Doe's murder.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
A U.S. Department of Labor investigation has concluded that a Huntsville countertop installation company failed to prevent the death of a 33-year-old employee, who was struck by a heavy stone slab. The incident occurred at a job site in Huntsville, where workers from Huntsville Granite and Marble LLC were removing stone slabs using a forklift.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached an agreement with AES Puerto Rico, L.P. regarding its generating plant in Guayama.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has imposed sanctions on 18 companies, individuals, and vessels connected to Sa’id al-Jamal, a financial official linked to the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps-Qods Force (IRGC-QF) and supporting Houthi operations. The entities involved are accused of facilitating illicit oil shipments that fund Houthi attacks in the region.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has announced a significant milestone, approving over $500 million in State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Capital Program applications from Tribal Nations. This investment is considered the largest federal support for small businesses in Indian Country to date.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
Aerospace Industries Association (AIA) President and CEO Eric Fanning expressed support for the U.S. Department of Commerce's new rules on space-related export controls. The announcement was made following the release of these regulations aimed at modernizing the sector.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has announced measures to offer temporary immigration relief to eligible Lebanese nationals currently in the United States. This includes details on Deferred Enforced Departure (DED) and a new Temporary Protected Status (TPS) designation for Lebanon.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced $1 million in awards to six organizations aimed at addressing asthma, radon, and other indoor air health risks. These cooperative agreements are intended to advance national policy and systems-level changes that reduce indoor air risks, leading to measurable improvements in environmental and public health.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
On October 15, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS), through U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), conducted its second charter removal flight to the People’s Republic of China (PRC) this year, transporting Chinese nationals. This operation follows a previous large charter removal flight in June, which was the first since 2018 and was coordinated with the PRC's National Immigration Administration. The recent flight is part of DHS's ongoing efforts to collaborate with international partners to address irregular migration.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has reached a settlement with Hell’s Kitchen Geothermal LLC (HKG) concerning activities in Imperial County, California, that affected wetlands linked to the Salton Sea. The company conducted dredging and ditching on leased land from the Imperial Irrigation District as part of a lithium extraction and geothermal power project. This work resulted in material discharge into wetlands, leading to water flow changes that impacted about 1,200 acres of wetlands.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 17, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has reported significant progress in its efforts to combat fraud and improper payments, announcing that over $4 billion was prevented and recovered in fiscal year 2024. This marks a substantial increase from the $652.7 million reported in the previous fiscal year. The advancements are attributed to enhanced processes employed by the Treasury’s Office of Payment Integrity (OPI), part of the Bureau of the Fiscal Service.
