District of Columbia: Washington News
The Nevermore Haunt Returns for a Terrifying 2024 Season
Get ready to face your darkest fears as The Nevermore Haunt, Maryland’s most terrifying haunted attraction, announces its return for the 2024 season. This year's haunt promises to be more chilling, more intense, and more unforgettable than ever before. - September 25, 2024 - The Nevermore Haunt
New Data Analysis Finds Reduced Access to Medicare Home Health
Home health advocates stress need to halt additional Medicare home health cuts for 2025 and beyond to preserve patient access to home health - September 23, 2024 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
Elizabeth Kiss Named Omicron Delta Kappa’s 2024 Laurel Crowned Circle Award Winner
The Omicron Delta Kappa Society and Educational Foundation Board of Trustees have presented Warden of Rhodes House and CEO of the Rhodes Trust Elizabeth Kiss (Davidson College, 1982) as the 2024 recipient of the Laurel Crowned Circle Award. First presented in 1980, the Laurel Crowned Circle Award... - September 22, 2024 - Omicron Delta Kappa
NCBCP Partners with BET for National Black Voter Day 2024; Empowering Black Gen Z Leaders from Battleground and Southern States Through BYV National Training
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation’s Black Youth Vote Coalition organized its National Black Voter Day Activations as a national BET partner in Atlanta, GA. Black Youth Vote hosted its Black Civic Leadership & Organizing National Training on the campus of Clark Atlanta... - September 20, 2024 - NCBCP
NCBCP Announces Leadership Appointments: Tonya Tyson as Senior V.P. of Operations & Programs, and Ebony Baylor as V.P. of Policy & Strategic Partnerships
The National Coalition on Black Civic Participation (NCBCP) is proud to announce two dynamic new appointments to its executive leadership team, strengthening its commitment to empowering Black communities and advancing civic participation nationwide. Tonya Tyson has been promoted to Senior Vice... - September 16, 2024 - NCBCP
Thehiz Releases New Single "better," an Indie Synth-Pop Track with Themes of Resilience
Thehiz has released "better," an energetic indie synth-pop tune. The song combines upbeat melodies with sarcastic optimism, dealing with themes of rejection and resilience. - September 14, 2024 - Thehiz
Montgomery County Joins “Meditate America,” a National Campaign Providing Transcendental Meditation for Local Residents During these Stressful Times
A local group of prominent physicians, business leaders, and other professionals will launch “Meditate Montgomery County,” a public awareness campaign, with a news conference on Thursday, September 19, at 4 pm ET. This follows "Meditate America" a national public awareness campaign being launched simultaneously in more than 50 cities showcasing the evidence-based benefits of the Transcendental Meditation Technique ™ as an antidote to the escalating stress levels in the whole country. - September 12, 2024 - Bethesda TM Center
Blitz Champz Football Card Game NFL Shield Edition Launches at Barnes & Noble Nationwide to Kick Off the NFL Season
Blitz Champz, the dynamic football card game created by women’s tackle and flag football champion Adrienne Smith, proudly announces the launch of its NFL Shield edition. This exciting release is available at Barnes & Noble stores nationwide, timed perfectly with the start of the NFL... - September 12, 2024 - Blitz Champz
Nation’s Kidney Community Commends Senate Introduction of Restore Protections for Dialysis Patients Act
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s largest non-profit, non-partisan kidney care coalition dedicated to protecting care access and comprised of more than 30 organizations, including patients, dialysis professionals, physicians, nurses, researchers, therapeutic innovators,... - September 11, 2024 - Kidney Care Partners
With Limited Time Remaining in 118th Congress, CQRC Calls for Congress to Restore Patient Access to All Supplemental Oxygen Modalities
The Council for Quality Respiratory Care (CQRC), a coalition representing the nation’s leading home respiratory care and supplemental oxygen providers and manufacturing companies, commends growing support for the Supplemental Oxygen Access Reform (SOAR) Act (S. 3821/H.R. 7829), bipartisan... - September 09, 2024 - The Council for Quality Respiratory Care
The University of Texas at Austin Joins Texas Nuclear Alliance as a Founding Member
The Texas Nuclear Alliance (“TNA”) is proud to announce that the University of Texas at Austin, a leader in nuclear research and education, has joined as a Founding Member. TNA is the only industry association in Texas dedicated to the advancement of nuclear technology in the state. - September 09, 2024 - Texas Nuclear Alliance
Lisa’s Clarinet Shop Named One of America’s Top 100 Small Businesses
U.S. Chamber of Commerce CO - 100 list honors 100 businesses exemplifying growth and innovation across the nation. - September 07, 2024 - Sales Maven
Melanie L. Campbell, President & CEO NCBCP, Convener, BWR to Discuss the Upcoming Presidential Debate & Release the 11th Annual BWR Report at Media Briefing: 9/10/24
On the heels of the first debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and President Donald Trump, Black Women Leaders will convene in Washington, DC to release perspectives and studies, in the form of Essays, which will emphasize the critical role Black women will play in shaping the outcome of the November 2024 Election. - September 06, 2024 - NCBCP
#NotJustFatigue Urges NIH to Address Funding for ME/CFS, Ensure Inclusion in the RECOVER Initiative
As the Senate Appropriations Committee advances a directive requiring NIH to incorporate ME/CFS into the RECOVER Initiative, expert researchers are offering concrete recommendations on implementation. - September 06, 2024 - NotJustFatigue
EVSTAR and EV ChargePlus Announce Strategic Partnership to Enhance EV Charging Solutions
The innovative collaboration combines premium EV charging products with extended warranty services to deliver unmatched reliability and value. - August 30, 2024 - EVSTAR
WPT Global Introduces AI-Powered Poker Security System
WPT Global introduces AI-powered security tools AceGuardian and FairGame to ensure safe, fair, and secure online poker play. Discover how WPT Global is revolutionizing poker security. - August 29, 2024 - WPT Global
Natura Resources Joins Texas Nuclear Alliance as a Founding Member
Natura Resources, driven by a west Texas oil and gas mentality, has quickly become a leader in the advanced reactor industry in less than five years. The Texas Nuclear Alliance is the only industry association in Texas dedicated to the advancement of nuclear technology in the state. - August 28, 2024 - Texas Nuclear Alliance
Constellation Joins Texas Nuclear Alliance as a Founding Member
Constellation has a 44% ownership stake in the South Texas Project (STP), one of two nuclear sites in Texas, and owns and operates the nation’s largest competitive nuclear fleet. The Texas Nuclear Alliance is the only industry association dedicated to the advancement of the nuclear industry in Texas. - August 26, 2024 - Texas Nuclear Alliance
Texas Nuclear Summit Thanks Their Sponsors Who Are Making This First-Ever Event Possible
The Texas Nuclear Alliance is excited to announce the slate of sponsors for the upcoming Texas Nuclear Summit 2024: Powering Texas Forward, which will be held on November 18, 2024 in Austin, TX. This inaugural event will bring together the most influential voices in energy, policy, and technology... - August 22, 2024 - Texas Nuclear Alliance
PCOS Awareness Association and Milan Laser Hair Removal Present: Empower & Illuminate - a PCOS Advocacy Event
In a powerful collaboration aimed at raising awareness and advocating for those affected by Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), the PCOS Awareness Association and Milan Laser Hair Removal are proud to announce the "Empower & Illuminate: A PCOS Advocacy Event." This groundbreaking... - August 21, 2024 - PCOS Awareness Association
National Coalition on Black Civic Participation, National Urban League and BYV, Host the Unity Coalition "Power of the Ballot" Black Leadership Gathering During DNC
National Black-Led Organizations to Emphasize the Critical Importance of Voting and Its Impact on Preserving Democracy in the 2024 Presidential Election - August 20, 2024 - NCBCP
Ka Zarr Coleman to Host Double DMV Movie Premiere Release in Bowie, MD
Ka Zarr Entertainment’s CEO, Ka Zarr Coleman, will be hosting a double feature movie screening red carpet event. These inspirational feature films, Last Knock and the multi-award-winning indie apocalyptic film Zeke the Awakening, will be screened at the Bowie Center of Performing Arts Black... - August 15, 2024 - KA ZARR Entertainment
Team USA Takes First Place in the International Math Olympiad
Weeks before the Paris Olympic torch was lit, the US took first place in Bath, England at the 2024 International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO). The six members of the team include Jordan Lefkowitz, 17 (CT); Krishna Pothapragada, 18 (IL); Jessica Wan, 18 (FL); Alexander Wang, 16 (NJ); Qiao Zhang, 16 (CA); and Linus Tang, 18 (CA). Jessica Wan's inclusion marks a significant milestone. She is the first young woman to join the USA IMO team since 2007. - August 07, 2024 - Mathematical Association of America
Healthcare Workforce Advocates Visit Capitol Hill to Urge Passage of Legislation: HWRA, SAVE, and Lorna Breen
Advocates will meet with representatives to discuss legislation to strengthen nursing workforce, protect healthcare workers and support mental health. - July 25, 2024 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
The Center for Cyber Diplomacy and Leadership (CCDL) Announces Strategic Partnership with George Washington University
The Center for Cyber Diplomacy and Leadership (CCDL), a pioneering initiative dedicated to enhancing global cybersecurity cooperation and leadership, particularly among African nations, is proud to announce its strategic partnership with The George Washington University School of Business (GWSB)... - July 24, 2024 - CCDL
PurpleTV, a Center-Progressive Political TV Channel, Launches in Columbus, Ohio
PurpleTV, a center-progressive political channel whose tagline is “Where Red meets Blue. And Blue meets Red,” has launched on Channel 25.1 in Columbus, Ohio on TV Station WXOH. PurpleTV programming airs on 25.1 during prime time from 7pm – 11pm, Monday – Friday. It will... - July 23, 2024 - PurpleTV
Purpletv Says "Pass the Torch, Joe, Before the Darkness of Trump Blows the Light Out."
Starting today, PurpleTV Channel 16.1 in Milwaukee will air an editorial recommending that President Biden step aside and pass the torch. "We love Joe, but it is time to go," said Matthew Davidge, CEO of PurpleTV. "I donated back in 2020 and 2024. I celebrated when he won. I believe... - July 18, 2024 - PurpleTV
U.S. Precision Medicine, Inc. Signs MOU to Deploy microNeb’s VIGIL Series Inhaler Technology to Enhance Absorption of Its New Drug Candidate in IND Process
U.S. Precision Medicine, Inc. (USPM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to deploy microNeb's advanced inhaler technology to expedite the uptake of its new cancer drug candidate currently in the Investigational New Drug (IND) process. - July 16, 2024 - microNeb, Inc.
American Gold Star Mothers (AGSM) Elects New National President
The 87th annual National Convention of American Gold Star Mothers, Inc. (AGSM) took place June 2024, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. to vote on amendments to their Constitution, Bylaws and elect new leadership including President, Patti Elliott from North Carolina. Established in 1928 by Congress, members are mothers whose children became missing in action, died while on active duty, or died as a result of such service. - July 15, 2024 - American Gold Star Mothers
From Fed to Fiction: Shaynuh Sloane's Explosive Novel "Jaded Choyce"
In the book, a young Black professional's dream job in federal service turns into a nightmare as she battles discrimination, harassment, and a shadowy conspiracy reaching the highest levels of government. - July 12, 2024 - Shaynuh Sloane
Birthmom Buddies Launches Petition to Raise Awareness and Support for Birth Moms
Birthmom Buddies has just launched the Hope and Support Campaign and Petition. Their goal is to raise awareness and provide crucial support for birth mothers. - July 02, 2024 - Birthmom Buddies
Marsh Creek Social Works Earns B Corp Certification in Recognition of Social, Environmental Impact
Marsh Creek Social Works, a philanthropy consulting firm, announced today that they are now certified as a B CorporationTM (B CorpTM). The certification from B LabTM makes Marsh Creek Social Works part of a global community of over 8,700 businesses that meet high standards of social and... - July 02, 2024 - Marsh Creek Social Works
ADAM Aerospace Announces Expansion of Current Air Force and Space Force Contract to Now Include Generative AI Application
ADAM Aerospace, an advanced cryptography and cybersecurity company, today announced the expansion of its current advanced cryptography contract with the United States Air Force and Space Force to include artificial intelligence capabilities within its latest SaaS technology, BASE. The new advances allow ADAM to include generative AI and large language models for DoD use cases. - June 29, 2024 - ADAM Aerospace
Home Health Leaders: More Home Health Cuts in 2025 Further Undermine Patient Access to Care
For the third consecutive year, CMS has proposed cuts that threaten the stability of the Medicare home health program. Congressional action is critical this year to stop mounting cuts to home health. - June 26, 2024 - Partnership for Quality Home Healthcare
SYNAPS Dx Announces Expansion to New, State-of-the-Art Facility
SYNAPS Dx has moved to a new, state-of-the-art facility in Rockville, MD, to meet growing demand and enhance patient care. The larger space and advanced infrastructure will support more diagnostic samples and ensure timely, accurate Alzheimer's and dementia diagnoses. Fully qualified for high-complexity clinical lab testing, the facility boosts diagnostic capabilities. The expansion will also advance the DISCERN™ test, a minimally invasive tool distinguishing Alzheimer's from other dementias. - June 26, 2024 - SynapsDx
HBCU Leggings’ Founder, Amina Hammond, Garners National Attention and Success
Amina Hammond, a proud 2006 graduate of Howard University’s Chadwick A. Boseman College of Fine Arts, is making significant strides with her innovative brand, HBCU Leggings. Since its establishment, the company has been designing leggings, hoodies, tees, and blankets. According to Amina,... - June 25, 2024 - HBCU Leggings
Morning Consult: Vast Majority of Older Americans Are Worried About Falling and Urge Congress to Expand Access to Fall Prevention Services
87% of older Americans support the bipartisan Stopping Addiction and Falls for the Elderly (SAFE) Act to expand Medicare beneficiaries’ access to comprehensive falls risk assessment and prevention services at no cost to patients. - June 24, 2024 - Alliance for Physical Therapy Quality and Innovation
Concourse Federal Group and Awen Solutions Group Partner to Fund School Construction in Tanzania
Concourse Federal Group (Concourse) and Awen Solutions Group (Awen) are pleased to announce their collaboration in funding the construction of a new school in Tanzania, dedicated to supporting the education of the Maasai tribe. - June 21, 2024 - Concourse Federal Group
Atlantic Industrial Group Secures Global Manufacturing & Design License for UAV Corp. High Altitude Lighter than Air Vehicles with Artificial Intelligence Design Assist
Atlantic Industrial Group (AIG), an unconventional Defense Prime holding company, has secured manufacturing and design license, to produce advanced, exceptionally maneuverable, high altitude, lighter than air (LTA) vehicles from UAV Corp of Florida. AIG and UAV will co develop manufacturing facilities in the Gulf Coast region in conjunction with public/private initiatives. - June 20, 2024 - Atlantic Industrial Group
Update: This Event Has Been Cancelled. Funds Raised Will be Contributed to LGBTQIA+ Organizations in the Two Communities Referenced. Out for a Walk: June 22, 2024
Update: This event has been cancelled. Funds raised will be contributed to LGBTQIA+ organizations in the two communities referenced. Communities in Long Island Beach, NJ and Alexandria, VA will come together for a unique event aimed at spreading Pride and community camaraderie. "Out For a Walk" invites locals and visitors alike to join in a celebratory group walk, bringing a burst of color and positivity to neighborhoods that could use an extra shot of Pride. - June 19, 2024 - In Your Pocket
Facticity.AI's Automatic, Accessible and Accurate (AAA) Fact-Checker Empowers Everybody to Become a Fact-Finding Superhero Funded by Tim Draper and Assisted by Nvidia
The rise in fake news, scams, and the dissemination of lies challenges social trust, even causing some societies to become post-truth. What’s worse: GenAI has been integrated into mainstream internet search engines without sufficient AI safety and factual testing. But a Tim Draper-funded startup empowers ordinary people to become Fact-Checking Superheros with www.Facticity.AI, launched at the National Library Board's (NLB) S.U.R.E. Roadshow. - June 18, 2024 - AI Seer
Patrick Henry College Releases a New Online Video Course That Examines the Biblical Doctrine That Human Beings Are Created in the Image of God
Patrick Henry College is excited to announce the release of its first online video course: The Imago Dei; a free eight-lecture course that brings together PHC professors and other distinguished speakers to shed light on some of the most pressing issues facing the church today. In so many ways,... - June 15, 2024 - Patrick Henry College
As State Department Freezes Visas for Healthcare Professionals, Healthcare Workforce Coalition Urges Congress to Pass Healthcare Workforce Resilience Act
With over 102 million Americans living in a federally designated Health Professional Shortage Area, it is critical for the U.S. to bolster the nursing workforce with highly educated and qualified professionals. - June 14, 2024 - Healthcare Workforce Coalition
President Trump Convenes with Exacore and Industry Giants to Shape Future of U.S. Bitcoin Mining
Executives from top Bitcoin mining companies - including Arkon Energy, Riot, Cholla Energy, Cleanspark, Core Scientific, Exacore, Marathon, and Terawulf - met with former President Donald Trump late on Tuesday to discuss the future of the Bitcoin mining sector in the United States. The meeting,... - June 13, 2024 - Exacore
Kidney Care Leaders Gather in Washington and Urge Legislators to Prioritize Protecting Patient Access and Choice
Kidney Care Partners – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers, and manufacturers – convened today on Capitol Hill to advocate for policies... - June 12, 2024 - Kidney Care Partners
Kidney Care Partners Applauds Senate Introduction of Bipartisan Kidney PATIENT Act
Delay Will Ensure Continued Access to Innovative Treatments for Individuals Living with Kidney Failure - June 12, 2024 - Kidney Care Partners
Global Technical Systems (GTS) and mLogica Collaborate to Launch an Advanced Innovation Lab Demonstrating Leading-Edge Hardware and Software Technologies
In this state-of-the-art Innovation Lab, customers can explore ultra-high-performance solutions that push the boundaries of what’s possible in the realms of hardware and software. From blazing-fast high-performance servers and edge devices to innovative AI-enabled hyper-scale Big Data solutions, the lab will serve as a showcase for the future of technology. - June 12, 2024 - mLogica LLC
Nationally Recognized Defamation Lawyer Todd McMurtry Releases New Book, “Dismissed,” Shining Light on the Current State of the American Justice System
"Dismissed," a new book by Todd V. McMurtry, explores the American justice system through defamation law, questioning its impartiality in an era of cancel culture, biased narratives, and political influence. Available on Amazon, the book offers an in-depth analysis of how the justice system is failing to protect citizens from overpowering special interests. McMurtry, a renowned trial attorney and mediator, shares insights from his extensive legal experience. - June 10, 2024 - Todd McMurtry Law
Kidney Care Partners Applauds Senate Reintroduction of The Chronic Kidney Disease Improvement in Research and Treatment Act
Kidney Care Partners (KCP) – the nation’s leading kidney care multi-stakeholder coalition representing patient advocates, physician organizations, health professional groups, dialysis providers, researchers and manufacturers – today commends Sens. Ben Cardin (D-MD) and Marsha... - June 06, 2024 - Kidney Care Partners
Welcome to the Best Brains Family - Ashburn West
Best Brains Learning Centers further expands as Best Brains Ashburn West. The center is preparing to open on June 14 weekend. Owner Satya Ruttala has been working hard with the Franchise Success team for over 6 months to make her dream of learning center ownership a reality and is ready to begin... - May 31, 2024 - Best Brains Learning Centers