News from October 2024
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The United States and Ghana held a joint security dialogue in Washington on October 3, 2024. The meeting was led by U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Kurt Campbell and Ghanaian Minister of National Security Albert Kan-Dapaah. Officials from both countries discussed international peace and security, focusing on enhancing collaboration to advance the Strategy to Prevent Conflict and Promote Stability in Coastal West Africa.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo and Indian Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal held the 6th ministerial meeting of the U.S.-India Commercial Dialogue today. The leaders reviewed progress since their last meeting in March 2023 in New Delhi, India.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The Justice Department has initiated legal proceedings against the owners and managers of Suburban Heights Apartments in Kinloch, Missouri, alleging discriminatory practices against Black tenants. The lawsuit claims that Suburban Heights LLC, Crestline Property LLC, Triline Properties LLC, and Jingle Properties LLC violated the Fair Housing Act by enforcing a ban on tenants with felony convictions and certain other criminal histories.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Free expression is essential in democratic societies, but speaking truth to power can pose risks. This challenge is recognized by journalists and human rights defenders globally, and increasingly by researchers in academia and civil society.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
As the Southeast recovers from Hurricane Helene, the U.S. Department of Labor has issued a reminder to employers involved in disaster recovery about their obligations to pay proper wages to workers. The department's Wage and Hour Division offers resources, including a natural disaster compliance assistance toolkit, aimed at helping both workers and employers understand their rights and responsibilities.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Secretary of State Antony Blinken held a meeting on October 1 with Gabon's Transition President Brice Clotaire Oligui Nguema. According to Spokesperson Matthew Miller, Secretary Blinken was briefed on Gabon's progress towards a democratic transition. During the meeting, he reiterated the United States' commitment to assisting Gabon in establishing an inclusive and transparent political process that will lead to free and fair elections.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ National Cemetery Administration has announced the allocation of $44,553,338 in grants for the fiscal year 2024 to expand and improve state Veterans' cemeteries. The grants aim to enhance burial and memorial services accessibility for Veterans.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
As the European Parliament gears up for the hearings of candidate European Commissioners in November, pressing questions loom over Europe's digital sector. The Computer & Communications Industry Association (CCIA Europe) has introduced two publications aimed at guiding and supporting the next Commission and new Members of the European Parliament to shape Europe's digital future.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 3, 2024
Representatives from the United States, Qatar, Türkiye, the United Arab Emirates, and the United Kingdom gathered in Washington, D.C. on October 1 for the seventh meeting of the Somalia Quint. Officials from the Federal Government of Somalia (FGS) also attended.
By Federal Newswire reports | Oct 2, 2024
U.S. Senators John Barrasso (R-Wyom.) and Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyom.) have joined Senator Pete Ricketts (R-Neb.) in introducing the bipartisan Securing American Agriculture Act. This legislation aims to protect U.S. food and agriculture supply chains from foreign adversaries.
By JODEY ARRINGTON | Oct 2, 2024
President Ronald Reagan famously quipped, “The nine most terrifying words in the English language are: ‘I’m from the government, and I’m here to help.’”
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
Chris T. Clem, Former Chief Border Patrol Agent of the Yuma Sector, said border policies that do not detain or remove migrants, offer cartels easier ways to smuggle drugs and people, making profits along the way. Clem testified at a House Oversight Committee hearing titled, "The Border Crisis: the Cost of Chaos" on September 21st.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
U.S. Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations (AMO) intercepted a vessel attempting to smuggle 1,321 pounds of cocaine into Puerto Rico on Wednesday. The estimated value of the seized narcotics is $11.9 million.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
A federal investigation has determined that a North Dakota railroad company unlawfully retaliated against an employee who reported an injury and raised safety concerns. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) conducted the investigation following a complaint by an Enderlin-based claims representative of Soo Line Railroad Co.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
Netflix has announced the special guests for its first Brazilian rap music reality show, "Rhythm and Flow: Brazil." The show will feature 20 prominent artists from the Brazilian rap scene, including Azzy, Bob13, Dallas, Dexter, Ebony, FBC, Iza Sabino, Jottapê, Karol Conká, KL JAY, Laudz, Marcelo D2, Maru2D, MC Luanna, Negra Li, N.I.N.A., Sidoka, Vulgo FK, WIU and Zegon. These artists will mentor emerging rap and trap talents competing in the show.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
Robert Atkinson, president of the Information Technology and Innovation Foundation (ITIF), said that China is advancing its technological innovation at the expense of Western companies. Atkinson shared his statement during a September 24 hearing.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
Chairman Michael McCaul of the House Foreign Affairs Committee said that the trilateral partnership between the U.S., UK, and Australia is crucial for countering threats posed by China. McCaul shared his statement during a Sept. 18 hearing.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has announced the closing of two transactions, amounting to $1.1 million, aimed at financing repairs and enhancing energy efficiency and climate resilience in two multifamily properties in Baltimore, Maryland. These properties are home to 143 seniors.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
The Biden-Harris Administration announced plans to invest up to $100 million to advance research and development in artificial intelligence (AI) technologies for sustainable semiconductor materials. This initiative, led by the U.S. Department of Commerce, aims to accelerate the development of new semiconductor materials and processes that are environmentally friendly and can be adopted within five years.
By Federal Newswire | Oct 2, 2024
A dual citizen of Nigeria and the United Kingdom was sentenced to seven years in prison for his involvement in a multimillion-dollar business email compromise (BEC) scheme. The individual, Oludayo Kolawole John Adeagbo, 45, conspired with others to steal more than $3 million from various entities in Texas and over $1.9 million from a university in North Carolina.
