News from October 2024
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
Today, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released a fact sheet highlighting investments in the Latino community. This announcement comes during Hispanic Heritage Month and underscores the contributions of Latinos to the U.S. economy, along with benefits from President Biden's economic agenda for Latino families and businesses.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has extended the deadline for public comments on its Request for Information (RFI) regarding franchise agreements and franchisor business practices. Originally set for October 10, 2024, the new deadline is now October 24, 2024. This extension comes in response to disruptions caused by Hurricane Milton and Hurricane Helene.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $449,000 in refunds to consumers affected by a telemarketing scam orchestrated by American Vehicle Protection Corp. The company was involved in making deceptive calls nationwide, offering costly "extended automobile warranties" under false pretenses.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The governments of the United States and the United Kingdom have issued a joint statement emphasizing their commitment to enhancing children's online safety. This announcement was made during the G7 Ministerial on Industry, Technology, and Digital as part of the U.S.-UK Comprehensive Dialogue on Technology & Data.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
Written and directed by Akshay Roy, "Vijay 69" is set to premiere on Netflix on November 8, 2024. The film stars Anupam Kher in the lead role and is produced by Maneesh Sharma for YRF Entertainment. It marks the fourth collaboration between Netflix and YRF Entertainment, following their previous successes with "The Railway Men," "The Romantics," and "Maharaj."
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The Justice Department has announced a settlement with Citadel Federal Credit Union, which will see the credit union pay over $6.5 million to address allegations of redlining in predominantly Black and Hispanic neighborhoods around Philadelphia. This marks the first time the department has reached such an agreement with a credit union, as part of its Combating Redlining Initiative.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo met with United Kingdom Secretary of State for Science, Innovation and Technology Peter Kyle in Rome, Italy. The meeting took place during the G7 Ministerial Meeting on Industry and Technological Innovation.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
A federal court has taken action against two physicians from the Dallas area, prohibiting them from prescribing opioids and other controlled substances. The court also imposed a total of $1.2 million in penalties following allegations that the doctors violated the Controlled Substances Act (CSA), according to an announcement by the Justice Department.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
A Dallas County man has admitted to making violent threats against a Sikh nonprofit organization, according to Acting U.S. Attorney Vikas Khanna for the District of New Jersey and Deputy Assistant Attorney General Kathleen Wolfe of the Justice...
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury has highlighted a $4.8 million award to the Mississippi Development Authority (MDA) aimed at supporting small business growth in the state. This funding is part of 14 awards recently announced through the Biden-Harris Administration’s State Small Business Credit Initiative (SSBCI) Investing in America Small Business Opportunity Program (SBOP). An additional $2.2 million in matching funds will be provided by Innovate Mississippi.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
A New Jersey resident has admitted guilt in a federal hate crime case involving the Center for Islamic Life at Rutgers University. The man, Jacob Beacher, confessed to breaking into the facility and causing damage during the Eid-al-Fitr holiday.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
At a White House event, Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden announced that the National Partnership for Student Success (NPSS) has surpassed President Biden's goal of recruiting 250,000 new tutors, mentors, and student success coaches by summer 2025. As of the end of the 2023-2024 school year, over 320,000 adults have taken on these roles in schools.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced a $3 million allocation to North Carolina to aid those experiencing homelessness in areas affected by Hurricane Helene. This funding comes from the Rapid Unsheltered Survivor Housing (RUSH) program, aimed at assisting individuals and families whose needs are not fully met by existing federal disaster relief programs.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The U.S. Department of Labor has announced the approval of up to $10 million in initial emergency grant funding for North Carolina. This funding aims to support disaster-relief jobs and training services across 25 counties in response to Hurricane Helene.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced that Royal Caribbean Cruises LTD will pay a civil penalty of $473,685 for not notifying the EPA about alleged waste handling and management activities. The announcement was made from Dallas, Texas, on October 10, 2024.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
CBP officers at the Otay Mesa Commercial Facility recently intercepted over $3.2 million worth of methamphetamine concealed within a tractor-trailer's floor frame. The incident took place on October 3, 2024, when officers stopped a 40-year-old male driving an empty commercial vehicle from Mexico into the United States.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra in Vientiane, Laos. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the ASEAN-U.S. Summit and East Asia Summit.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken met with Malaysian Prime Minister Anwar Ibrahim during the ASEAN-related meetings in Vientiane. This meeting took place as part of the tenth anniversary of the U.S.-Malaysia Comprehensive Partnership.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The New York State Assembly Committees on Economic Development, Job Creation, Commerce and Industry, and Small Business recently invited the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) to provide testimony at a hearing in Albany.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 10, 2024
The popular Netflix series "Outer Banks" has released Season 4, Part 1, with a comprehensive guide available on Tudum for fans eager to delve into the latest developments. The guide offers a range of resources and insights for viewers before and after watching the new episodes.
