News from October 2024
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Delegations from the United States and Mongolia convened in Ulaanbaatar on October 1, 2024, for the second U.S.-Mongolia Energy Dialogue. The meeting was led by Kimberly D. Harrington, Deputy Assistant Secretary of the Department of State’s Bureau of Energy Resources (ENR), and Munkhtushig Lkhanaajav, State Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Mongolia. Representatives from the U.S. Agency for International Development and the American Chamber of Commerce in Mongolia joined from the U.S. side, while representatives from Mongolia's Ministry of Energy, Ministry of...
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Federal investigators have identified significant safety hazards at a Nebraska grain cooperative, Legacy Cooperative's Hemingford grain elevator. The U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) found that workers were exposed to fire and explosion risks due to the accumulation of combustible dust and inadequate maintenance of dust collection systems.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The Justice Department has revealed the unsealing of a warrant authorizing the seizure of 41 internet domains used by Russian intelligence agents and their proxies for computer fraud and abuse in the United States. This action is part of a broader effort outlined in the National Cybersecurity Strategy, aiming to disrupt malicious cyber activities through public-private collaboration. The department's move was made alongside Microsoft's civil action to restrain 66 internet domains used by similar actors.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
U.S. Senator Patty Murray, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee, addressed the Senate floor today ahead of the consideration of a continuing resolution. She called on her colleagues to engage in serious bipartisan and bicameral negotiations to pass full-year funding bills before year-end.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III held a conversation with Ukrainian Minister of Defence Rustem Umerov, focusing on battlefield developments and security support. This discussion followed President Biden's recent meeting with President Zelenskyy in the United States and looked ahead to the upcoming Ramstein Summit of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced a significant investment in rural communities across 34 states to expand access to clean energy and reduce energy costs. USDA Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small made the announcement, highlighting the initiative as part of the Biden-Harris Administration's Investing in America Agenda.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Corn syrup and starch producer Roquette America Inc. of Keokuk, Iowa, has reached an agreement with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to pay a civil penalty of $207,488 and donate emergency response vehicles to the Keokuk Fire Department. This settlement resolves alleged violations related to chemical risk prevention under the federal Clean Air Act.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
On October 1, 2024, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Polish Ministry of Digital Affairs (MDA) formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration in cybersecurity and emerging technology. This agreement aims to strengthen the existing partnership by providing a framework for future cooperation in policy and operations. It also signifies a mutual commitment to the transatlantic security alliance in addressing global challenges like cybersecurity and artificial intelligence amid Russia's ongoing invasion of Ukraine.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Two individuals have been sentenced for their roles in a scheme that defrauded Apple Inc. of millions of dollars worth of iPhones. Haotian Sun, 34, and Pengfei Xue, 34, both Chinese citizens residing in Maryland, received prison sentences and financial penalties as part of their sentencing.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The Center for Democracy and Technology (CDT) has urged the European Commission to uphold children's fundamental rights in the digital space. Online services are essential for young people, providing them with access to information, online communities, educational resources, and support for mental or physical health issues.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Microsoft Corporation and Rezolve AI have announced a strategic partnership aimed at enhancing global retail through AI-powered commerce solutions. This collaboration will see Rezolve AI's Brain Suite, which includes Brain Commerce, Brain Checkout, and Brain Assistant, powered by Microsoft Azure. These tools will be accessible worldwide via Microsoft's Azure Marketplace and co-sell channels.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The Department of Defense has awarded a grant of $71,157,977 to Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas. This grant is part of a larger project totaling $88,969,971 aimed at replacing the existing school facilities at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada. The funding comes from the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Last week, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed the recipients of the 2024 Green Chemistry Challenge Awards. Among the honorees is Viridis Chemical, a company based in Columbus, Nebraska.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Following a nearly four-week trial, a federal jury in Memphis, Tennessee, has convicted three former Memphis Police Department (MPD) officers of federal felonies connected to the death of Tyre Nichols on January 7, 2023.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida has issued a permanent injunction against Miami tax return preparers, George and Luis Brito, along with their businesses. This legal action prohibits George Brito from preparing federal income tax returns, participating in any tax preparation business, assisting others in preparing tax returns, or transferring customer lists to others. Similarly, Luis Brito is barred from preparing income tax returns for individuals. The brothers have consented to the entry of this injunction.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The governments of the United States and Guatemala have issued a joint statement emphasizing their commitment to security, democracy, rule of law, and transparency. This declaration coincides with the inaugural High-Level Security Dialogue between the two nations.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The U.S. Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) have announced that over 30 million taxpayers in 24 states will be eligible to use Direct File during the 2025 filing season. This initiative, facilitated by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, allows eligible Americans to file their taxes online for free directly with the IRS.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
NFIB President Brad Close recently appeared on Bill Martinez Live to discuss the significance of making the 20% Small Business Deduction a permanent fixture. He highlighted how this deduction benefits middle-class small business owners by enabling them to expand their businesses, hire more employees, increase wages, and contribute to their communities.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the recipients of the 2024 Indoor AirPlus Leader Awards, honoring nine home builders and three home raters for their contributions to healthier indoor air quality. These awards recognize organizations that have excelled in promoting safer and more comfortable indoor environments through the Indoor AirPlus program.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is distributing over $1.1 million in refunds to consumers who were misled by deceptive advertising practices from LCA-Vision, the largest LASIK surgery provider in the United States.
