TORONTO, Ontario, May 4 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release: * * * A Stylish Mother's Day to Remember at Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC This Mother's Day, elevate tradition with a luxurious escape to Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC -- where refined relaxation and elevated dining come together in the heart of historic Georgetown. From tranquil spa offerings to elegant brunch celebrations, the Hotel presents a collection of thoughtful  more PR

LOS ANGELES, California, May 5 [Category: BizEngineering] -- AECOM, an infrastructure firm, issued the following news release: * * * AECOM reports second quarter fiscal 2025 results 336.6 KB * Increased fiscal 2025 financial guidance for the second time this year * Delivered a strong quarter across all key financial metrics * Adjusted EBITDA increased by 8% and adjusted EPS increased by 20% * Backlog increased to a new record, driven by a 1.1x book-to-burn ratio * Achieved new more PR

FRAMINGHAM, Massachusetts, May 6 -- Ameresco, a cleantech integrator specializing in energy efficiency and renewable energy, issued the following news release on May 5, 2025: * * * Ameresco Reports First Quarter 2025 Financial Results Total Revenue and Adj. EBITDA Growth of 18% and 32%, Respectively Total Project Backlog and Contracted Backlog up 22% and 78% Y/Y, Respectively Total Revenue Visibility of Nearly $10 billion Reiterates 2025 Revenue and Adjusted EBITDA Guidance First Quarter  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 -- The House Science, Space and Technology Subcommittee on Energy released the following testimony by Ryan M. Yonk, a senior research fellow and director of education at the American Institute for Economic Research, from an April 30, 2025, hearing entitled " Risky Business Part 2: The DOE Loan Guarantee Program": * * * The Loan Programs Office (LPO) was created in 20051 by the Energy Policy Act to offer loan guarantees under authority granted in Title XVII. It has been substa more PR

MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota, May 5 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Taft, a law firm, issued the following news: * * * Bilott To Speak at Mercantile Library Event in Cincinnati Taft's Rob Bilott is set to speak at The Mercantile Library in Cincinnati on May 20 with investigative journalist Mariah Blake about her recently released book, They Poisoned the World. Learn more here. Dubbed by The New York Times Magazine as " The Lawyer Who Became DuPont's Worst Nightmare " in an article published on Jan. 6 more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Sen. Cory Booker, D-New Jersey, issued the following news release: * * * Booker, Schiff, Whitehouse Fight Proposed Defanging of Endangered Species Act, Demand Answers on Potential Gutting of Landmark Environmental Law WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Cory Booker (D-NJ), Adam Schiff (D-CA), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) raised the alarm on the Trump administration's proposed rule that would defang the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by changing a key definition in the  more PR

LONDON, England, May 6 -- The British Ministry of Defence issued the following news: * * * Thousands of veterans to benefit from new UK-wide support network Veterans across the UK will have easier access to essential care and support under a new VALOUR system being announced today, as part of the Government's commitment to renew the nation's contract with those who have served through the Plan for Change. * As nation prepares to celebrate VE Day, the Government announces new UK-wide veteran  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48521) on May 2, 2025, entitled "Capital Markets and Securities Regulation: Overview and Policy Issues" by financial economics specialist Eva Su. Here are excerpts: * * * SUMMARY Capital markets are where securities (e.g., stocks, bonds, digital asset securities, and shares of investment funds) are issued and traded. As a main segment of the financial system, capital markets provide the largest sources  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 -- The Congressional Research Service issued the following report (No. R48521) on May 2, 2025, entitled "Capital Markets and Securities Regulation - Overview and Policy Issues:" (Continued from Part 1 of 2) * * * Investment Funds and the Asset Management Industry Asset management companies - also referred to as investment management companies, money managers, funds, or investment funds - are collective investment vehicles that pool money from various individual or institut more PR

WASHINGTON, May 2 -- The Center for Strategic and International Studies issued the following commentary: * * * The Transatlantic Tech Clash: Will Europe "De-Risk" from the United States? By Emily Benson, Max Bergmann and Federico Steinberg The tit-for-tat trade escalation between the United States and China has dominated news cycles. In the backdrop of rising U.S.-China tensions is another--and potentially just as profound--change occurring in the U.S.-EU relationship. The Europeans may incr more PR

GOLDEN VALLEY, Minnesota, May 6 -- The Center of the American Experiment, a civic and educational organization that says it creates and advocates policies, issued the following commentary on May 5, 2025: * * * Watchdog busts DNR for blowing off state land ownership report for 55 years Written by Tom Steward The State of Minnesota is the second largest landowner in the North Star state, the third largest landowner in the entire US. Small wonder then that state lawmakers passed legislation req more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, May 5 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * DoubleTree by Hilton Unveils 'piebird,' Newest Dining Concept From StiR Creative Collective Celebrating the rich traditions of American cooking, the approachable American restaurant perfectly complements the brand's signature warm hospitality and caring service MCLEAN, Va. - Today, DoubleTree by Hilton announced an original restaurant and bar concept, piebird, which will begin more PR

CHAMPAIGN, Illinois, May 6 -- The National Council of Teachers of English issued the following news release: * * * Dozens of Teachers to Attend NCTE Annual Convention through New Scholarship Program Rise Up Foundation grant expands professional development, peer collaboration opportunities for K-8 educators Fifty teachers in classrooms from kindergarten through eighth grade will receive funding to attend the country's defining gathering of English language arts educators through a new schol more PR

ST. PAUL, Minnesota, May 6 -- Education Minnesota issued the following news release on May 5, 2025: * * * Eden Prairie educator Linda Wallenberg is 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year ST. PAUL, Minnesota., May 4, 2025 - Linda Wallenberg, an English teacher at Eden Prairie High School, is the 2025 Minnesota Teacher of the Year. Wallenberg - known affectionately as "Wally" by generations of students - is now in her 49th year of teaching. She is the 61st recipient of the prestigious award and t more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 -- The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), the leading trade group for the U.S. ethanol industry, is pressing the Treasury Department and IRS for rapid finalization and significant adjustments to the rules governing the new Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, set to take effect in 2025. In comments filed April 10, 2025, responding to Treasury's Notice 2025-11, RFA emphasized that while the credit holds great promise, current regulatory uncertainty and specific proposed pro more ST

FALLS CHURCH, Virginia, May 6 -- Fairfax County Public Schools Superintendent Michelle C. Reid issued the following Weekly Reflections on May 5, 2025: * * * Superintendent's Weekly Reflections Wow, it is so amazing to have the spring weather and the opportunity to be part of such an amazing season !! I trust that each of you have taken the opportunity to get outside and revel in the sun and warmth; it is so renewing ... Quality, well-resourced public education is our best hope for the next g more PR

ZURICH, Switzerland, May 6 -- The International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) issued the following news: * * * Gallardo's love affair with River Plate still burning strong The River coach discusses life at his boyhood outfit and the Millonarios' ambitions ahead of the FIFA Club World Cup 2025. * Gallardo has been associated with River Plate since he was 12 * He is preparing to lead his boyhood club at FIFA Club World Cup * 'El Muneco' eager to pit his wits against the best club more PR

CINCINNATI, Ohio, May 6 -- Fifth Third Bank issued the following news release: * * * Fifth Third Gives Families a College Savings Head Start for "Fifth Third Day" 'Fifth Third Babies' born on May 3 in select Detroit and southwest Florida hospitals received $1,053 toward a 529 savings account CINCINNATI--More than 80 newborns across metro Detroit and southwest Florida entered the world on Saturday with a leg up for future financial success, thanks to a partnership between Fifth Third, the Gif more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, May 5 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release: * * * Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara Brings Fresh California Style to Fully Renovated Villas A USD 22-million transformation project has reimagined Four Seasons Residence Club Aviara, bringing fresh California coastal style to the interior design. Specializing in Villa & Residence Rentals, this exclusive community, just a half-hour north of San Diego, offers a unique resort  more PR

PASADENA, California, May 5 -- The California Institute of Technology posted the following news: * * * Free Creations of the Human Mind: A New Biography of Einstein Free Creations of the Human Mind: The Worlds of Albert Einstein, a condensed biography of the life and work of Einstein, was released on May 1, 2025, by Oxford University Press. Written by two scholars steeped in the Einstein archives-- Diana Kormos-Buchwald, the director and general editor of the Einstein Papers Project housed on more PR

NEW YORK, May 6 -- HarperCollins Publishers issued the following news release on May 5, 2025: * * * MRBEAST AND JAMES PATTERSON JOIN FORCES ON THRILLER HarperCollins to Publish Globally in 15 Languages New York, NY (May 5, 2025) - The world's #1 social media personality, businessman, and philanthropist, MrBeast, and James Patterson, the world's bestselling thriller author, are joining forces to co-write a novel, HarperCollins Publishers announced today. The untitled book, set to be published more PR

ABILENE, Texas, May 6 -- Hardin-Simmons University issued the following news: * * * HSU Receives $15,000 Grant to Support AISD Teacher Development Hardin-Simmons University receives a $15,000 grant to launch a new teacher development workshop. Hardin-Simmons University has received a $15,000 grant from the Community Foundation of Abilene to support the Dream-Makers Professional Development workshop for Abilene Independent School District teachers. The workshop, scheduled for June 9-12, 2025 more PR

MANHATTAN BEACH, California, May 6 -- The Independent Book Publishers Association issued the following news release: * * * IBPA Launches New AI Resource Center for Independent Publishers A message from IBPA CEO Andrea Fleck-Nisbet As artificial intelligence (AI) tools evolve at lightning speed, so do questions about their impact on the publishing industry. While the long-term effects remain uncertain, one thing is clear: AI is already transforming how books are created, distributed, and mark more PR

MUNICH, Germany, May 6 -- ifo Institute issued the following news release: * * * US Tariffs Weighing on the Business Climate in the German Automotive Industry The ifo Business Climate Index for the German automotive industry fell slightly in April 2025 to -30.7 points, down from -30.5 points* in March. "The US tariffs that came into force at the beginning of April have virtually nipped the first positive business developments in the bud, especially in the European market," says ifo industry e more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 5 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- McDermott Will and Emery, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * McDermott Represents Constellation Brands in Connection with its $500 Million Senior Notes Offering International law firm McDermott Will & Emery represented Constellation Brands, Inc. (NYSE: STZ) (Constellation), a leading beverage alcohol company, in connection with its public offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of 4.800% senior notes due 2030 w more PR

WASHINGTON, May 6 -- The Minnesota Bio-Fuels Association has submitted comments to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) regarding the implementation of the Section 45Z Clean Fuel Production Credit, emphasizing the need for fair, flexible, and practical regulations. Representing nine ethanol facilities in Minnesota, the association highlighted the significant opportunity the credit presents for the state's biofuel producers and rural economy. Brian Werner, Executive Director of the Minnesota Bio-F more ST

WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Sen. Adam Schiff, D-California, issued the following news release: * * * NEWS: Sens. Schiff, Whitehouse, Booker Fight Proposed Defanging of Endangered Species Act, Demand Answers on Potential Gutting of Landmark Environmental Law Washington, D.C. - Today, U.S. Senators Adam Schiff (D-Calif.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.) and Cory Booker (D-N.J.) raised the alarm on the Trump administration's proposed rule that would defang the Endangered Species Act (ESA) by changing a key more PR

MCLEAN, Virginia, May 4 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hilton Worldwide Holdings posted the following news release: * * * NoMad to Debut in Asia Pacific with First Hotel in Singapore Hilton plans first luxury lifestyle hotel in Asia Pacific to capture fast-growing demand for experience-driven stays SINGAPORE - Hilton (NYSE: HLT) has reached an agreement with UOL Group to open a NoMad hotel in Singapore, marking its foray into the fast-growing luxury lifestyle segment in Asia Pacific. The debut jo more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 [Category: Government/Public Administration] -- The Partnership for Public Service issued the following news release: * * * Partnership for Public Service launches new Public Service Recognition Week programming to support federal employees and raise awareness about attacks on the civil service New honorary PSRW co-chairs include Anna Chlumsky, Victor Garber and Tony Goldwyn WASHINGTON - The nonprofit, nonpartisan Partnership for Public Service today announced new programm more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 5 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * Q&A: A roadmap for revolutionizing health care through data-driven innovation What if data could help predict a patient's prognosis, streamline hospital operations, or optimize human resources in medicine? A book fresh off the shelves, " The Analytics Edge in Healthcare," shows that this is already happening, and demonstrates how to scale it. Authored by Dimitris Bertsimas, MIT's vi more PR

HOUSTON, Texas, May 5 -- Rice University posted the following news release: * * * Rice scholar available to discuss selection of next pope As the Vatican prepares to choose the next leader of the Roman Catholic Church, Rice University sociologist Craig Considine is available to provide analysis and commentary on the conclave to select the next pope, the critical issues facing the Catholic church and the potential direction the next Pope may take on a number of issues. "The next pope will in more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 -- Sen. Eric Schmitt, R-Missouri, issued the following news release: * * * Senator Schmitt on Fox News: President Trump is the Law-and-Order President Touts President Trump's Common Sense Deportation Agenda WASHINGTON - Senator Schmitt earlier today appeared on Fox News' Faulkner Focus, touting the Trump administration's deportation plans and broader immigration agenda: WATCH THE FULL INTERVIEW HERE. Senator Schmitt on President Trump's Deportation Plans: "Every tool more PR

TORONTO, Ontario, May 5 [Category: TravelBiz] -- Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts posted the following news release: * * * Step Into the Spotlight: Celebrate the Met Gala in Style at TY Bar at Four Seasons Hotel New York This Met Gala season, experience the allure of fashion's most iconic night from the heart of Midtown at TY Bar at Four Seasons Hotel New York. Beginning at 5:00 pm on Monday, May 5, 2025, guests and visitors are invited to dress to theme for watching the live screening of th more PR

WASHINGTON, May 6 -- Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization, issued the following news release on May 5, 2025: * * * Technology Modernization Chairman Barrett Leads Oversight Hearing on Improvements to Accessing Community Care through VA's Enhanced Scheduling Technology Today, Rep. Tom Barrett (R-Mich.), the Chairman of the House Committee on Veterans' Affairs Subcommittee on Technology Modernization delivered the followi more PR

CAMBRIDGE, Massachusetts, May 5 -- The Massachusetts Institute of Technology issued the following news: * * * The age-old problem of long-term care Caring well for the elderly is a familiar challenge. Some elderly people need close medical attention in facilities; others struggle with reduced capabilities while not wanting to leave their homes. For families, finding good care is hard and expensive, and already-burdened family members often pick up the slack. The problem is expanding as birt more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 5 [Category: BizTravel] -- Hyatt Hotels Corp., a hospitality company, issued the following news release: * * * The Andaz Brand Enriches Miami's Coastline: Andaz Miami Beach Now Open On The Waterfront Resort On Mid-Beach The Mediterranean meets Miami with the transformation of the historic The Confidante Miami Beach MIAMI BEACH (May 5, 2025) - Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) today announces the opening of Andaz Miami Beach, which marks the Andaz brand's debut in Flo more PR

BRUSSELS, Belgium, May 2 -- The Association of European Journalists issued the following news: * * * Three faces of impunity: Obstacles to justice for journalists From William Horsley, AEJ Special Representative for Media Freedom and AEJ UK chair One: Political will On 9 April 2021 Greek investigative journalist Giorgios Karaivaz was gunned down outside his home in broad daylight by two men on a scooter. Police said the professional style of the assassination pointed to the involvement of o more PR

HARTFORD, Connecticut, May 6 -- Trinity College issued the following news: * * * American Studies Faculty Member's Book Explores Misunderstood Histories By Christine Sanni Assistant Professor of American Studies Juliet Nebolon discusses the World War II period in Hawaii, martial law, and settler militarism, a term she developed to describe intertwining regimes of settler colonialism and militarism. Momo Djebli '25, who studied with Nebolon, uses concepts developed in Nebolon's new book, Sett more PR

WASHINGTON, May 5 [Category: Environment] -- The Sierra Club posted the following news release: * * * TVA Considers Postponing Retirement for Deadly Coal Plants Chattanooga, TN - Tennessee Valley Authority CEO Don Moul announced that the country's largest federal utility is considering delaying retirement of four coal plants in its fleet. In 2021, TVA announced its plans to retire all of its remaining four coal plants: Shawnee, Gallatin, Kingston, and Cumberland, by 2035. According to the u more PR

LA JOLLA, California, May 5 -- The University of California San Diego campus issued the following news: * * * UC San Diego Humanities Scholars Make Sense of Complicated Histories Three faculty explore global histories of addiction, Pan-Africanism and cinema as contraband By Erika Johnson In 2020 amid a growing global pandemic, Claire Edington was lecturing on the frightening experiences of people during the bubonic plague that ravaged Europe and the Middle East over 600 years ago. "It was s more PR

ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, May 5 -- The University of New Mexico issued the following news: * * * UNM professor emerita elected to the American Academy of Arts and Sciences The American Academy of Arts and Sciences has announced that Joan Bybee, distinguished professor emerita of UNM Linguistics, has been elected to the Academy as part of the 2025 class. She joins a renowned group of nearly 250 leaders from across the country and the world. This recognition reflects Bybee's exceptional contribu more PR

WASHINGTON, May 6 -- The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts issued the following news release on May 5, 2025: * * * Washington National Opera Announces 2025-2026 Season Cafritz Young Artists The 13 Talented Opera Artists Will Participate in WNO's Productions of The Marriage of Figaro, November 15, 2025 The Little Prince, December 12-14, 2025 American Opera Initiative, January 24, 2026 The Crucible, March 19-29, 2026 (WASHINGTON)-- Washington National Opera (WNO) announces the more PR

ROCK HILL, South Carolina, May 6 -- Winthrop University issued the following news: * * * Winthrop's Common Book Selection is Callings: The Purpose and Passion of Work HIGHLIGHTS * Winthrop's new students will read "Callings: The Purpose and Passion of Work" this summer and then discuss the book's themes of purpose, vocation, and meaningful work throughout the year as the 2025-26 Winthrop University Common Book. * The book was selected in part to align with Winthrop's Quality Enhancement Pla more PR