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Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Recap – Week of September 23, 2024
Majority Leader Louisiana
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September 27, 2024
Here’s a recap of key moments from House Republican committees during the week: Appropriations On Thursday, September 26, the Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government held an oversight hearing called "United States Postal...
UK: More Deaths in Channel ― France Calls for EU-UK Migration Treaty ― Prime Minister Praises Italy’s Efforts in Reducing Irregular Migration ― NGOs Denounce Government Proposal to Involve them in Resettling Deportees ― Inquiry Chair Criticises Governm…
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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September 20, 2024
Twenty people have died in two separate incidents in the Channel in September. France’s interior minister has called for a for a migration treaty between the UK and the EU, while the UK has announced additional funding for border security. Prime...
Russian Human Rights Advocate Kara-Murza and Belarusian Democracy Leader Tsikhanouskaya Receive 2024 Lantos Prize
EIN Presswire
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September 27, 2024
WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, September 27, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Lantos Foundation for Human Rights & Justice has awarded the 2024 Lantos Human Rights Prize, its highest honor, to President-elect Sviatlana Tsikhanouskaya, Head of the...
Committee Cliff Notes: Weekly Preview – Week of September 23, 2024
Majority Leader Louisiana
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September 23, 2024
Here’s what to watch for from House Republican committees during the week: Appropriations On Thursday, September 26, the Subcommittee on Financial Services and General Government will hold an oversight hearing called "United States Postal...
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Recognizes 158 Employees at Secretary’s Award Ceremony in New York
Department of Homeland Security - Washington D.C.
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September 13, 2024
NEW YORK CITY – On September 12, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) held an awards ceremony hosted by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), where 158 employees received a Secretary’s Award in recognition of their...
Empowering Women Changemakers in the Middle East: Opportunities and Challenges
Middle East Institute
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September 5, 2024
The panel will be followed by a networking event and a gallery tour. Light food and drinks will be served. The Middle East Institute’s (MEI) Arts and Culture Center invites you to an in-person panel conversation and networking event exploring the...
Chicago’s 2024 Steuben Parade welcomes Army Reserve Soldier as honored guest
U.S. Army Reserve - North Carolina
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September 11, 2024
CHICAGO – “As both a U.S. Soldier and German-American, it was a profound honor to represent the Army Reserve in the (Von) Steuben Parade, said Master Sgt. Jason Ottinger, 85th U.S. Army Reserve Support Command. “The experience of engaging with...
Governor DeSantis Delivers Address at Palm Harbor 9/11 Memorial Ceremony
Governor of Florida
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September 11, 2024
PALM HARBOR, Fla.—Today, Governor Ron DeSantis spoke at the Palm Harbor 9/11 Memorial Ceremony to honor the memories of those lost in the attacks on September 11th, 2001. A transcript of Governor Ron DeSantis’ remarks is below: “Thank you so much....
International SOS Announces Appointment of Giles Hill as Head of Global Security Services
EIN Presswire
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September 9, 2024
KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA, September 9, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- International SOS is proud to announce the appointment of Giles Hill as Head of Global Security Services. Giles brings unparalleled expertise from his distinguished 33-year career...
Primacorp Ventures Inc. Steps Up for Wildfire Evacuees with Complimentary Accommodations
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 25, 2024
Calgary, Alberta, July 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- As devastating wildfires continue to ravage Jasper and much of Alberta and British Columbia, displacing countless families and individuals, Primacorp Ventures Inc. has launched a compassionate...
The European Union and OSCE visit Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region to assess project activities funded by the EU
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe
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August 27, 2024
A joint delegation, comprising Ambassador Willy Kempel, Head of the OSCE Programme Office in Dushanbe, and Ambassador Raimundas Karoblis, Head of the EU Delegation to Tajikistan, visited two key sites in Gorno-Badakhshan Autonomous Region (GBAO),...
Planetary foresight: Navigating the future shifts
Middle East Institute
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August 20, 2024
“Driving forces of change” are significant, presently observable large-scale trends and issues expected to shape the future. These forces can affect, and are rooted in, various aspects of society, technology, economy, environment, and politics...
U.S. Department of Homeland Security Recognizes 190 Employees at Secretary’s Award Ceremony in Georgia
Department of Homeland Security - Washington D.C.
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August 15, 2024
GLYNCO – On August 15, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) hosted an awards ceremony at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center (FLETC) Headquarters in Glynco, Georgia, where 190 employees received a Secretary’s Award in recognition...
The New York Latino Film Festival, Presented By Warner Bros. Discovery, Returns September 15-22, 2024 Opening With ‘Clemente’ Executive Produced By LeBron James and Oscar-Nominated Director Richard Linklater
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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August 28, 2024
NEW YORK, Aug. 28, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The New York Latino Film Festival (NYLFF), the nation’s premier Latino film festival, kicks off Latino Heritage Month from September 15 to 22, 2024, with an impressive roster of more than 13 films from...
My DCMA: Greg Tickner, Special Programs East ACO
Defense Contract Management Agency - Virginia
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July 24, 2024
LINTHICUM, Maryland – My DCMA showcases the Defense Contract Management Agency’s experienced and diverse workforce and highlights what being a part of the national defense team means to them. Today, Greg Tickner shares his story. As a contract...
Active component OC/T lives total army force serving in an Army Reserve unit
U.S. Army Reserve - North Carolina
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August 14, 2024
FORT MCCOY, Wis. – “I’m extremely passionate about being an observer coach/trainer,” said Sgt. 1st Class Chris Duncan, Senior OC/T, 1-338th Training Support Battalion, based out of Fort McCoy, Wisconsin. “Our sole purpose is to ensure the Soldiers...
Tactical Footwear Market Poised for Rapid Growth, Forecasted to Reach US$ 2.9 billion by 2031
EIN Presswire
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July 28, 2024
By product, the boots segment held the highest share, accounting for 67.9% of the global tactical footwear market. WILMINGTON, DELAWARE, UNITED STATES, July 28, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- According to a new report published by Allied Market...
Illinois Conservation Police seeking applicants for next class of trainees
Illinois Governor
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July 25, 2024
ILLINOIS, July 25 - Deadline to apply is Friday, July 26 SPRINGFIELD - The Illinois Department of Natural Resources (IDNR) Office of Law Enforcement is seeking applicants for the position of conservation police officer trainee. Conservation police...
DR. ERIKA WICHRO SELECTED FOR IAOTP’S PRESIDENTIAL AWARD IN PUBLIC HEALTH
EIN Presswire
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August 8, 2024
Dr. Erika Wichro honored member of the International Association of Top Professionals (IAOTP) and will be honored at their annual awards gala in Nashville NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 8, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Dr. Erika Wichro, MPH...
UK: New UK Prime Minister Scraps Controversial Rwanda Scheme ― More Migrant Deaths in Channel ― New Government Sets Out Plans for ‘UK Border Security Command’ ― Polling Indicates Support for ‘Safe and Legal Routes’ for Asylum Applicants ― Condemnation …
European Council on Refugees and Exiles (ECRE)
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July 19, 2024
The new prime minister, Sir Keir Starmer, has announced that the previous government’s scheme for sending people who arrive in the UK irregularly to Rwanda would be scrapped. Five people have died in two separate small boat incidents in the...