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The U.S. Department of Labor's Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) has reached an agreement with McKesson Medical-Surgical Inc., a major distributor of medical supplies, to address allegations of systemic hiring discrimination...

Blinken discusses Middle East conflicts with Egyptian Foreign Minister Abdelatty

Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken held a conversation with Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty to address ongoing issues in the Middle East and Sudan.

Florida man charged with making online threats faces up to 20 years

An indictment has been unsealed charging Nathaniel James Holmes, a 51-year-old resident of Jacksonville, Florida, with four counts of transmitting interstate threats to injure others.

EPA partners with Franklin Park on initiative for replacing lead pipes

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a partnership with the Village of Franklin Park, Illinois, to accelerate the replacement of lead water pipes and protect public health.

US congratulates Micronesia on 38th Independence Day

The United States has extended its congratulations to the Federated States of Micronesia on their 38th Independence Day.

Molly Phee leads US delegation to Dakar Biennale

Assistant Secretary of State for African Affairs, Molly Phee, is visiting Dakar, Senegal from November 2-8 to attend the Dakar Biennale.

U.S. congratulates Panama on its 121st National Day

The United States has extended its congratulations to Panama on the occasion of its 121st National Day.

White House announces Biden's call on Gambaryan's release

The White House has announced that President Joe Biden engaged in discussions with Nigerian President Bola Tinubu concerning the release of American citizen Tigran Gambaryan, a former law enforcement official.

US reaffirms support for journalist safety on International Day

By Federal Newswire | Nov 2, 2024

The United States has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the global journalism community on the 10th International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists.

Ethiopia marks two years since cessation of hostilities agreement with progress

By Federal Newswire | Nov 2, 2024

On November 2, 2022, the Government of Ethiopia and the Tigray People’s Liberation Front signed the Cessation of Hostilities Agreement (COHA) in Pretoria, South Africa.

US condemns Russian conviction of former US Mission employee

By Federal Newswire | Nov 2, 2024

The United States has expressed strong disapproval of Russia's recent actions concerning Robert Shonov, a former employee of the U.S. Mission in Russia.

Texas Governor: Cartels ‘strategically manufacture fentanyl’ as ‘painkillers, stimulants, anti-anxiety drugs, candy’

Greg Abbott, the Governor of Texas, said that cartels can make fentanyl appear as "painkillers, stimulants, anti-anxiety drugs, candy."

Campaign for Uyghurs founder: 'China’s economy profits while my people are enslaved'

Rushan Abbas, founder of Campaign for Uyghurs, said that when Americans purchase goods produced from forced labor, they are enabling the genocide against Uyghurs in Xinjiang.

Justice Department settles lawsuit over disability rights violations in Colorado

The Justice Department has announced a settlement agreement with the state of Colorado to address allegations that the state violated Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Supreme Court’s decision in Olmstead v. L.C. The...

Labor Department secures pensions for over 1.2 million under American Rescue Plan

The U.S. Department of Labor has released a report detailing the impact of the American Rescue Plan on financially distressed pension plans.

State Department hosts Diwali reception with remarks from Blinken

The State Department recently hosted a Diwali reception, attended by Secretary of State Antony J. Blinken and Deputy Secretary Rich Verma.

Court stops Texas firm from selling illegal tax plans

The U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Texas has issued permanent injunctions against Charles Dombek and The Optimal Financial Group LLC.

Lyft settles allegations over misleading driver earning claims with $2.1 million penalty

The Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have announced a settlement with Lyft Inc. regarding allegations of misleading statements about driver earnings.

Jamestown pharmacist charged with multi-million dollar healthcare fraud

A Jamestown pharmacist, Philip Hall, has been charged with multiple counts of health care fraud and aggravated identity theft.

U.S. congratulates UDC and Duma Boko on Botswana election win