News from October 2024
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The Battery Materials & Technology Coalition (BMTC) and Horizon Advisory have released a report indicating the United States' significant reliance on China for critical minerals.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and North Carolina health authorities are urging residents to test their private wells for bacterial contamination in areas affected by Hurricane Helene.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) officers at the Brownsville and Matamoros International Bridge have intercepted a significant quantity of cocaine valued at approximately $608,147.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
U.S. Department of State Counselor Tom Sullivan and White House Homeland Security Advisor Liz Sherwood-Randall led a virtual meeting with leaders from 12 countries involved in the Global Coalition to Address Synthetic Drug Threats.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury held a roundtable on October 30, gathering representatives from various sectors to discuss responses to Hurricanes Helene and Milton.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
Antony J. Blinken, the U.S. Secretary of State, extended his wishes for a happy Diwali to over one billion individuals, including Hindus, Sikhs, Jains, and Buddhists who are celebrating the festival of lights.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
A Maryland man has been charged with COVID-19 relief fraud and tax-related offenses, according to an indictment unsealed on Monday.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
A securities trader was sentenced for his involvement in a multi-year market manipulation scheme.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The Blockchain Association, in collaboration with HarrisX, has published findings on the economic impact of the Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) "regulation by enforcement" approach to digital assets under Chair Gary Gensler.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
Under Secretary Fernandez delivered the keynote address at the American Arab Chamber of Commerce’s 32nd Anniversary "Building Economic Bridges" Gala on October 25.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III had a conversation with Israeli Minister of Defense Yoav Gallant, focusing on regional de-escalation opportunities.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
Senior officials from the Biden-Harris Administration will participate in the 2024 UN Climate Change Conference (COP 29) in Baku, Azerbaijan, from November 11 to 22.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has announced a new Global Entry partnership with the United Arab Emirates (UAE), making it the 23rd country to join the program.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that three campuses of the University of Massachusetts have been selected to receive nearly $1.5 million in grants aimed at supporting pollution prevention practices.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
An Illinois tax return preparer has been sentenced to 16 months in prison for preparing and filing false tax returns.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
Chairman John Moolenaar of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party has urged the University of Michigan to terminate its joint institute with Shanghai Jiao Tong University.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) released its October jobs report, revealing that 35% of small business owners had job openings they could not fill.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Philanthropy Northwest have announced the launch of a new Thriving Communities program, inviting grant applications for environmental justice projects.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
The Electronic Frontier Foundation (EFF) has introduced a new platform called "Digital Rights Bytes," designed to provide clear and concise answers to common technology-related questions.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 31, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) is set to host a Global Entry enrollment event at Cut Bank International Airport in Montana this November.
