Public Policy Tipoffs Involving New Jersey
50th entering class begins journey at Rowan-Virtua SOM White Coat Ceremony
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, Aug. 10 -- Rowan University posted the following news:
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50th entering class begins journey at Rowan-Virtua SOM White Coat Ceremony
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A new chapter began for the 50th class of Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM) as 292 members of the Class of 2030 received their white coats and officially began their journey as medical students. The largest incoming medical school class in New Jersey gathered with faculty, family and friends August 7 at Rowan Universi
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ACLU of New Jersey Executive Director Sinha Testifies Before House Judiciary Subcommittee
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight released the following written testimony by Amol Sinha, executive director of the American Civil Liberties Union of New Jersey, from a July 22, 2026, hearing entitled "False Narratives Surrounding Conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center." ICE is the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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Chairman Van Drew, Ranking Member Crockett, and Members of the Subcommittee: thank you for convening this hearing and f
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AG Campbell Secures Victory In Lawsuit Protecting Federal Support For Homelessness Services
BOSTON, Massachusetts, Aug. 10 -- Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell issued the following news release:
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AG Campbell Secures Victory In Lawsuit Protecting Federal Support For Homelessness Services
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Boston -Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell and a multistate coalition of 22 other states won their lawsuit against the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) over its illegal attempt to cap funding for permanent housing projects that help families f
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Attorney General James Co-Leads Multistate Effort Opposing Trump Administration's Sweeping Rollback of Gun Safety Protections
ALBANY, New York, Aug. 10 -- New York Attorney General Letitia James issued the following news release:
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Attorney General James Co-Leads Multistate Effort Opposing Trump Administration's Sweeping Rollback of Gun Safety Protections
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August 10, 2026
NEW YORK - New York Attorney General Letitia James today co-led a coalition of 22 other attorneys general in opposing the Trump administration's unprecedented effort to dismantle decades of federal gun safety protections. Since May 2026, the
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Baker Donelson's Metropark Office Moves to Permanent Location
MEMPHIS, Tennessee, Aug. 11 -- Baker Donelson, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Baker Donelson's Metropark Office Moves to Permanent Location
The national law firm Baker Donelson has moved its Metropark location into a new, permanent space. The Firm, which launched its New Jersey presence in April 2025, now occupies more than 11,200 square feet of office space in MetroTop Plaza II at 111 Wood Avenue South.
In addition to accommodating future growth for the Firm, the new o
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Bank of America Expands Partnership With Big Brothers Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson & Union Counties to Grow Mentoring and Workforce Development Programming
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 10 [Category: BizFinancial Services] -- Bank of America, a financial institution, posted the following news release:
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Bank of America Expands Partnership With Big Brothers Big Sisters of Essex, Hudson & Union Counties to Grow Mentoring and Workforce Development Programming
Nationally Recognized as Big Brothers Big Sisters of America's "Agency of the Year," BBBSEHU Will Connect Thousands of New Jersey Youth Annually to Career Pathways, Higher Education, and
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BASF launches Tinosorb S in the United States
FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Aug. 10 [Category: Industrial Materials] -- BASF Corp. issued the following news release:
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BASF launches Tinosorb S in the United States
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* Following FDA approval of Bemotrizinol, BASF is authorized to market and sell Tinosorb S in the U.S. under its license agreement with DSM Nutritional Products LLC
* Tinosorb S is a globally recognized broad-spectrum UV filter known for its exceptional photostability and performance in advanced sunscreen formulations
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BASF launches Tinosorb S in the United States
LUDWIGSHAFEN, Germany, Aug. 10 [Category: BizIndustrial Materials] -- BASF, a producer of chemicals, plastics, performance products and crop protection products to oil and gas, issued the following news release:
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BASF launches Tinosorb S in the United States
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* Following FDA approval of Bemotrizinol, BASF is authorized to market and sell Tinosorb S in the U.S. under its license agreement with DSM Nutritional Products LLC
* Tinosorb S is a globally recognized broad-spectrum UV filter
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BLS Northeast Region Issues Report on Changing Compensation Costs in the New York Metropolitan Area June 2026
NEW YORK, Aug. 11 (TNSLrpt) -- Changing Compensation Costs in the New York Metropolitan Area June 2026 - A report from U.S. Department of Labor Bureau of Labor Statistics Northeast Region - Aug. 10, 2026
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Compensation costs for private industry workers increased 3.3 percent in the New York-Newark, NY-NJ-CT-PA Combined Statistical Area (CSA) for the year ending in June 2026, the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reported today. Regional Commissioner Mark J. Maggi noted that one year ago, New
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Center for Immigration Studies Resident Fellow Arthur Testifies Before House Judiciary Subcommittee (Part 3 of 3)
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Oversight released the following written testimony by Andrew R. Arthur, resident fellow in law and policy at the Center for Immigration Studies, from a July 22, 2026, hearing entitled "False Narratives Surrounding Conditions at the Delaney Hall ICE Detention Center." ICE is the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
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(Continued from Part 2 of 3)
Former New York City Police Department Commissioner and Los Angeles Police Departm
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Chairman Selig Announces Inaugural CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee Meeting on August 20 in Washington
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The Commodity Futures Trading Commission issued the following news release:
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Chairman Selig Announces Inaugural CFTC Innovation Advisory Committee Meeting on August 20 in Washington
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WASHINGTON -Chairman Michael S. Selig, sponsor of the Innovation Advisory Committee, today announced the IAC will host its inaugural meeting at 1 p.m. EST on Aug. 20, in Washington.
The Innovation Advisory Committee was created to advise the Commission on complex issues at the inter
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Children's Health Defense Issues Commentary: Trump Signs Executive Order Aimed at Reducing Number of Childhood Vaccines
FRANKLIN LAKES, New Jersey, Aug. 11 -- Children's Health Defense, an organization that says it restores and protects the health of children by eliminating exposures to environmental toxins, issued the following commentary by Michael Nevradakis, a senior reporter for The Defender and host of "The Defender In-Depth" on CHD.TV:
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Trump Signs Executive Order Aimed at Reducing Number of Childhood Vaccines
President Donald Trump today signed an executive order calling for sweeping changes to U.
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Conduent Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results and Advances Transformation Priorities
FLORHAM PARK, New Jersey, Aug. 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] -- Conduent, a business process services and solutions company, issued the following news release:
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Conduent Reports Second Quarter 2026 Results and Advances Transformation Priorities
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Key Q2 2026 Highlights
* Signed divestitures expected to generate $234M in gross proceeds
* Revenue: $531M from Continuing Operations
* Pre-tax Income (Loss) from Continuing Operations: $(57)M
* Adj. EBITDA from Continuing Opera
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Drew University Announces Launch of The Drew School
MADISON, New Jersey, Aug. 10 -- Drew University posted the following news:
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Drew University Announces Launch of The Drew School
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#The groundbreaking grade 1-8 school is in partnership with 2HR Learning
August 2026 - Drew University is proud to announce the launch of The Drew School in partnership with 2HR Learning, the AI-driven curricular platform that powers the revolutionary Alpha School, as a key building block in its innovative reimagining of education over a lifetime. The Drew S
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Every road, every Veteran: Using data to bring care closer
EDEN PRAIRIE, Minnesota, Aug. 10 [Category: BizHealth Care] -- Optum Inc., a healthcare company, posted the following news:
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Every road, every Veteran: Using data to bring care closer
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Data analyst Jimmy Aspras helps Optum Serve identify where mobile medical units can make the greatest impact for Veterans. Inspired by a passion for cycling every road in his home county, he brings the same determination to helping improve access to care.
Jimmy Aspras is a completionist.
That means u
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FSU researcher awarded humanities grant to make Buddhist knowledge more accessible
TALLAHASSEE, Florida, Aug. 10 -- Florida State University issued the following news:
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FSU researcher awarded humanities grant to make Buddhist knowledge more accessible
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A Florida State University religious studies scholar has earned a competitive grant from one of the country's leading humanities research organizations to support the translation of two pivotal texts into English and shed light on ancient Buddhist practices and traditions.
Jimmy Yu, the Sheng Yen Professor of Chinese
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Get to know Clemson University's incoming students
CLEMSON, South Carolina, Aug. 10 -- Clemson University posted the following news:
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Get to know Clemson University's incoming students
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University News
Clemson University is ready to welcome approximately 5,000 first-year students to main campus after another competitive admissions cycle.
More than 66,000 first-year students applied for undergraduate admission to Clemson, including a record 11,163 from South Carolina. This is the first time Clemson has received more than 11,000 applic
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Gottheimer Hosts Roundtable, Claws Back More Than $1 Million in Federal Resources to Help Stop Domestic & Community Violence in North Jersey
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- Rep. Josh Gottheimer, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Gottheimer Hosts Roundtable, Claws Back More Than $1 Million in Federal Resources to Help Stop Domestic & Community Violence in North Jersey
Helps Combat Domestic Violence, Shootings, Stabbings, and Other Community Violence; Resources Will Help Support Victims and Their Families
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HACKENSACK, NJ -- Today, August 10, 2026, U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) hosted a round
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Governor Abbott Announces Bristol Myers Squibb Expansion In Harris County
AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 10 -- Gov. Greg Abbott, R-Texas, issued the following news release:
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Governor Abbott Announces Bristol Myers Squibb Expansion In Harris County
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Governor Greg Abbott today announced Bristol Myers Squibb (NYSE: BMY) will establish a new pharmaceutical manufacturing campus in Houston, with a capital investment of approximately $2.3 billion that will create nearly 500 new jobs. A Texas Enterprise Fund (TEF) grant of $4.89 million has been extended to Bristol Myers Squib
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High School Students Explored Future Careers at Seton Hall
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, Aug. 10 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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High School Students Explored Future Careers at Seton Hall
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This summer, high school students from across the region discovered new academic interests, explored future career paths and experienced college life firsthand through Seton Hall University's Pre-College Summer Programs.
Offered through the Division of Continuing Education and Professional Studies, the programs welcomed students to Seton Ha
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Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Vermont Rep. Becca Balint for Reelection to Congress
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 [Category: Union] -- The AFL-CIO American Federation of Government Employees issued the following news release:
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Largest Federal Employee Union Endorses Vermont Rep. Becca Balint for Reelection to Congress
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AFGE says Balint has fought to restore federal workers' collective bargaining rights and stood with Vermont's federal workforce
BRIDGETON, N.J. -The American Federation of Government Employees today announced its endorsement of U.S. Rep. Becca Balint for reelec
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Making connections: MAPIS2026 empowers future public service professionals
GLASSBORO, New Jersey, Aug. 10 -- Rowan University posted the following news:
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Making connections: MAPIS2026 empowers future public service professionals
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Nearly 150 students from more than 70 colleges and universities spent their summer day skill building, networking and learning at Rowan University's Mid-Atlantic Political Intern Summit (MAPIS2026).
Hosted by the Rowan Institute for Public Policy & Citizenship (RIPPAC), the conference on August 6 was free to any college student with
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Medal of Honor Monday: Army Sgt. William Shemin
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- The U.S. Department of War issued the following news:
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Medal of Honor Monday: Army Sgt. William Shemin
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Army Sgt. William Shemin, a rifleman, posthumously received the Medal of Honor in 2015 for extraordinary heroism during World War I combat operations in France.
Shemin was born Oct. 14, 1896, in New York City. Soon after his birth, the family moved to Bayonne, New Jersey. He was born to Russian Jewish immigrants Harris and Bessie Shemin. He had one sibling, a
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N.J. A.G. Davenport Condemns ATF's Proposed Rollback of Gun Regulations
TRENTON, New Jersey, Aug. 11 -- New Jersey Attorney General Jennifer Davenport issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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AG Davenport Condemns ATF's Proposed Rollback of Gun Regulations
Multistate Coalition Warns Deregulating Firearms Rules Will Threaten Public Safety and Hinder Criminal Investigations
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Attorney General Jennifer Davenport co-led a coalition of 23 attorneys general warning that the Trump Administration's rollback of common-sense firearms regulations will end
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N.J. Banking Dept. to Maintain Three-Month Open Enrollment Period for Get Covered New Jersey Despite Federal Efforts to Narrow Sign Up Window
TRENTON, New Jersey, Aug. 11 -- The New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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NJ Department of Banking and Insurance to Maintain Three-Month Open Enrollment Period for Get Covered New Jersey Despite Federal Efforts to Narrow Sign Up Window
Federal Changes Continue to Impact Affordability
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The New Jersey Department of Banking and Insurance will continue to offer a three-month Open Enrollment Period for Get Covered New Jersey, th
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N.J. Department of Labor Awards $6 Million to Help Bridge the Digital Divide for State Residents
TRENTON, New Jersey, Aug. 11 -- The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development issued the following news release on Aug. 10, 2026:
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NJ Department of Labor Awards $6 Million to Help Bridge the Digital Divide for New Jersey Residents
The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) today announced the awardees of $6 million of funding through the Digital Literacy Training Grant aimed at helping to close the digital gap among Work First New Jersey (WFNJ) re
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NiCE Publishes 2025 Environmental, Social and Governance Report, Demonstrating Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability
HOBOKEN, New Jersey, Aug. 10 [Category: BizComputer Technology] (TNSrpt) -- NICE, an enterprise software solutions provider, issued the following news release:
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NiCE Publishes 2025 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, Demonstrating Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability
NiCE promotes AI innovation and elevates customer and employee experience, while improving environmental performance
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NiCE (Nasdaq: NICE) today announced the release of its 2025 Environmental, Social
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Pallone, NJ Delegation Urge Approval of New Jersey's Appeal for Federal Disaster Assistance After Initial Request Was Denied
WASHINGTON, Aug. 10 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Pallone, NJ Delegation Urge Approval of New Jersey's Appeal for Federal Disaster Assistance After Initial Request Was Denied
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WASHINGTON, D.C. -Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) joined members of the New Jersey congressional delegation in urging President Donald J. Trump to approve Governor Mikie Sherrill's appeal of FEMA's denial of the State's request for a Major Disaster Declaration
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Pallone: Trump's "Gold Standard" Vaccine Executive Order Puts Politics Ahead of Science and Endangers Children's Health
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, ranking member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee, issued the following statement on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Pallone: Trump's "Gold Standard" Vaccine Executive Order Puts Politics Ahead of Science and Endangers Children's Health
Energy and Commerce Committee Ranking Member Frank Pallone, Jr. (D-NJ) released the following statement on President Trump's executive order establishing so-called "Gold Standard Childhood Vaccine Recom
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REJECTED: University of North Carolina: Levine Scholars from the Class of 2029 connect to Charlotte community through summer nonprofit internships
CHARLOTTE, North Carolina, Aug. 10 -- The University of North Carolina Charlotte campus posted the following news release:
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Levine Scholars from the Class of 2029 connect to Charlotte community through summer nonprofit internships
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Every summer, rising second-year Levine Scholars spend approximately five weeks interning at nonprofit organizations in Charlotte, bringing fresh ideas and delivering projects that make an impact. Scholars learn the challenges and fortitude required to succe
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Rep. Smith Calls for Vulnerable Infant at Center of Legal Battle to Receive Lifesaving Care
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 -- Rep. Chris Smith, R-New Jersey, issued the following news release:
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Rep. Smith calls for vulnerable infant at center of legal battle to receive lifesaving care
Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional Pro-Life Caucus, issued the following response to statements by McKenna West that she was pressured to abort a baby she was carrying as a surrogate after a 20-week ultrasound diagnosed a serious but treatable heart condition, and that she is currently en
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Rep. Steil, 3 Co-Signers Issue Letter to N.J. Lt. Gov., Secretary of State Caldwell
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSletter) -- Rep. Bryan Steil, R-Wisconsin, chairman of the House Administration Committee, with three co-signers issued the following letter to New Jersey Lt. Gov. and Secretary of State Dale G. Caldwell:
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Here is the text of the letter:
August 3, 2026
The Honorable Dale G. Caldwell
Lieutenant Governor and Secretary of State
New Jersey Department of State
Trenton, NJ 08608
Dear Lieutenant Governor Caldwell:
The Committee on House Administration and the Commit
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Rutgers Issues Q&A: What Is Driving America's Heart Disease Crisis - Hypertension Remains a Big Reason
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Aug. 11 (TNSjou) -- Rutgers University issued the following Q&A on Aug. 10, 2026, involving Alfonso Waller, professor of medicine and radiology and chief of the Division of Cardiology in the New Jersey Medical School:
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What Is Driving America's Heart Disease Crisis? Hypertension Remains a Big Reason
A Rutgers Health expert shares insights on the leading cause of death in the U.S. as well as advances in cardiovascular care
By Lavene Gass
Heart disease is the l
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Rutgers: How a Veterans Affairs Study Can Help Guide Prostate Cancer Treatment
NEW BRUNSWICK, New Jersey, Aug. 11 (TNSjou) -- Rutgers University issued the following news:
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How a Veterans Affairs Study Can Help Guide Prostate Cancer Treatment
By Andrew Smith
A nationwide Veterans Affairs (VA) study comparing two leading treatments for metastatic prostate cancer may help doctors choose the right drug for each patient, said a Rutgers Cancer Institute physician-scientist whose invited editorial accompanies the research.
In the editorial published alongside the study
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Sen. Booker Issues Letter to Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Grassley
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following letter to the Senate Judiciary Committee Chairman Chuck Grassley:
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August 3, 2026
The Honorable Chuck Grassley
Chairman
U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary
135 Hart Senate Office Building
Washington, D.C. 20510
Dear Chairman Grassley:
On June 26, 2026, every Democratic member of the Judiciary Committee wrote to you to ask that you proceed with the Department o
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Sen. Wyden, Rep. Pallone Issue Letter to Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services Administrator Oz
WASHINGTON, Aug. 11 (TNSletter) -- Sen. Ron Wyden, D-Oregon, ranking member of the Senate Finance Committee, and Rep. Frank Pallone Jr., D-New Jersey, issued the following letter to Mehmet Oz, administrator of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services:
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July 30, 2026
Dr. Mehmet Oz
Administrator
Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services
Department of Health and Human Services
7500 Security Boulevard
Bal
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Students Reflect on the 2026 UN Intensive Summer Seminar
SOUTH ORANGE, New Jersey, Aug. 10 -- Seton Hall University posted the following news:
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Students Reflect on the 2026 UN Intensive Summer Seminar
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The 2026 United Nations Intensive Summer Seminar brought together 30 students and professionals from 12 countries for a week of conversations about the challenges, possibilities and future of multilateral cooperation. The seminar attracted participants with a wide range of academic, professional and cultural backgrounds, including undergraduat
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Sun Chemical to Showcase Narrow Web, Tag and Label Innovations at LOUPE Americas 2026
PARSIPPANY, New Jersey, Aug. 11 -- Sun Chemical, a member of DIC Group, issued the following news on Aug. 10, 2026:
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Sun Chemical to showcase Narrow Web, Tag and Label Innovations at LOUPE Americas 2026
Sun Chemical will showcase its narrow web, tag and label portfolio under the theme "Experience. Transformation." at Booth #326 at LOUPE Americas 2026, taking place September 15-17, 2026 at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Chicago.
Sun Chemical's presence at LOUPE Americas high
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The Nature Conservancy Applauds Governor Sherrill's Signing of Dam Disclosure Legislation
ARLINGTON, Virginia, Aug. 10 [Category: Environment] -- The Nature Conservancy issued the following news:
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The Nature Conservancy Applauds Governor Sherrill's Signing of Dam Disclosure Legislation
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Chester, N.J. -The Nature Conservancy applauds Governor Mikie Sherrill for signing legislation requiring sellers to disclose the presence of dams on residential properties and provide information about associated ownership responsibilities before a home sale is finalized. This commonsense co
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Virtua Health is First in Region to Offer Two Advancements in Breast Cancer Surgery
MARLTON, New Jersey, Aug. 11 -- Virtua Health, a provider of health care services, issued the following news:
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Virtua Health is First in Region to Offer Two Advancements in Breast Cancer Surgery
New surgical options can offer improved cosmetic outcomes, restored sensation, and easier recovery
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Virtua Health is the first in the South Jersey region to offer two new advancements in breast cancer surgery designed to improve patients' lives both physically and emotionally.
For many facing
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