NEW YORK, May 17 -- Asian American Scholar Forum, an organization that says it promotes academic belonging, openness, freedom and equality for all, issued the following news release: * * * AASF Joins NCAPA Coalition on Capitol Hill to Advance Policy Priorities for AANHPI Communities The Asian American Scholar Forum (AASF) joined the National Council of Asian Pacific Americans (NCAPA) coalition on Capitol Hill for a multi-day convening with Congressional offices to discuss critical issues impacting Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific more PR

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 16 -- Barrick Gold, a gold and copper producer, issued the following news release: * * * Barrick Announces Election of Directors Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) announced that the nominees listed in the Information Circular for the 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders were elected as directors of Barrick. Detailed results of the vote for the election of directors, the appointment of auditors, and the advisory resolution on executive compensation, based on final calculations, are set out below. Voting result more PR

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 11 -- Barrick Gold, a gold and copper producer, issued the following news release: * * * Barrick Board Authorizes $3.0 Billion Share Repurchase Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) ("Barrick" or the "Company") announced today that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $3.0 billion of the Company's outstanding common shares at prevailing market prices. Following solid execution and strong free cash flow, this authorization is intended to return cash to shareholders at a time when Barrick  more PR

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 11 -- Barrick Gold, a gold and copper producer, issued the following news release: * * * Barrick Declares Q1 Dividend Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) ("Barrick" or the "Company") today announced the declaration of a $0.175 per share dividend in respect of performance for the first quarter of 2026. The Q1 2026 dividend will be paid on June 15, 2026 to shareholders of record at the close of business on May 29, 2026. The Company's dividend policy targets a total payout of 50% of attributable free cash flow o more PR

OTTAWA, Ontario, May 11 -- Barrick Gold, a gold and copper producer, issued the following news release: * * * Barrick Reports First Quarter 2026 Results Disciplined execution drives strong operational and financial performance * Q1 gold production of 719,000 ounces/1 beats guidance of 640,000-680,000 ounces/1, driven by strong performances at NGM and Veladero, and the ramp-up at Loulo-Gounkoto; copper production of 49,000 tonnes/1 in line with plan. * Gold costs per ounce were better than plan, driven by efficiencies in mining and processi more PR

WASHINGTON, May 17 -- The House Judiciary Subcommittee on Immigration Integrity, Security and Enforcement released the following testimony by David J. Bier, chair in immigration policy at the Cato Institute, from a May 14, 2026, hearing entitled "Fairfax County, Virginia: The Dangerous Consequences of Sanctuary Policies": * * * Chairman McClintock, Ranking Member Jayapal, and distinguished members of the subcommittee, thank you for the opportunity to testify.1 I occupy The Selz Foundation Chair in Immigration Policy at the Cato Institute, a  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The U.S. Census Bureau issued the following tip sheet on May 15, 2026: * * * Upcoming Online Product Calendar The U.S. Census Bureau provides anticipated release dates for its regular and recurring statistical products through its online product calendar. This calendar is regularly updated to reflect the most current information. Data.census.gov Users Needed for Survey The U.S. Census Bureau's Center for Enterprise Dissemination Services and Consumer Innovation is looking for participants for an upcoming Usability Te more PR

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- Rep. Grace Meng, D-New York, ranking member of the House Appropriations Committee, issued the following remarks during the markup for the fiscal 2027 Commerce, Justice, Science and Related Agencies funding bill: * * * Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I would first like to thank the Appropriations Committee staff for all of their hard work on this bill: Bob Bonner, Jamie Wise, Nora Faye, and Faye Cobb, and Tom and Rebecca from my individual office. I also want to thank my Democratic colleagues on the Subcommittee: Congressmember more PR

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- The Democratic Governors Association posted the following memorandum on May 15, 2026: * * * TO: Interested Parties FROM: DGA Senior Communications Advisor Kevin Donohoe SUBJECT: Connecticut Republicans Head into Convention in Chaos Introduction: A Fallen Frontrunner Tomorrow, Connecticut Republicans will hold their convention to endorse a candidate for governor. The convention comes at a time of unprecedented upheaval in Connecticut's Republican gubernatorial primary. In the past week, their so-called frontrunner -  more PR

NEW YORK, May 12 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Governor Hochul and Mayor Mamdani Announce Additional Aid and State Actions to Stabilize New York City's Budget * With new State funding and assistance, Mamdani Administration will officially close New York City's budget gap * Delivers an additional $4 billion in new support for New York City, growing on previously announced funding * Governor Kathy Hochul and Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today announced new state support and actions to help New York Ci more PR

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Rep. Tim Walberg, R-Michigan, chairman of the House Education and Workforce Committee, issued the following statement on May 14, 2026, at a hearing entitled "Examining the Policies and Priorities of the Department of Education": * * * "Good morning. Secretary McMahon, welcome back to the Committee. Under your leadership, the Trump administration is delivering on reforms that will make education less expensive, improve outcomes for students and families, protect civil rights, and empower states and local communities with  more PR

MELVILLE, New York, May 12 -- Intellicheck Inc. issued the following news release: * * * Intellicheck Announces Record First Quarter 2026 Results Net income improved to $636,000 with EPS of $0.03 Q1 record Adjusted EBITDA of $935,000 Quarter end cash balance of $10.1 million * Intellicheck, Inc. (Nasdaq: IDN), an industry-leading identity company delivering on-demand digital and physical identity validation solutions, today announced its financial results for the first quarter ended March 31, 2026. Total revenue for the first quarter end more PR

NEW YORK, May 13 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mamdani Administration Releases "SPEED" Reforms to Deliver Affordable Housing Faster * Environmental review, permitting and lease-up reforms will cut development timelines by as much as two years * Reforms include overhauling housing lottery system and changes to environmental review * Today, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani, Deputy Mayor Leila Bozorg and Deputy Mayor Julia Kerson released the Streamlining Procedures to Expedite Equitable Development ( more PR

NEW YORK, May 12 (TNSbrep) -- The Manhattan Institute issued the following news release: * * * New Manhattan Institute Issue Brief: Classrooms Without Kids New York City is overpaying for schools that students are leaving * What good is a school building without any students in it? Declining public-school enrollment is creating challenges for school districts, and it is projected to only get worse. In a new Manhattan Institute issue brief, fellow Danyela Souza Egorov examines the data on school enrollment in New York City and other major  more PR

NEW YORK, May 16 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news on May 15, 2026: * * * Mayor Mamdani Baselines $31.7 Million for New York City's Public Libraries * Permanent funding ends annual "budget dance," uncertainty for all three library systems * Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani today announced that the Fiscal Year 2027 Executive Budget permanently baselines $31.7 million for New York City's three public library systems: the Queens Public Library, the Brooklyn Public Library and the New York Public Library. "For too lo more PR

NEW YORK, May 16 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mayor Mamdani Celebrates Small Business Month as NYC BEST Saves Small Businesses More Than $6 Million Since Taking Office * Thousands of small businesses served through NYC BEST since start of Mamdani administration * Monthlong small business month celebrations include free workshops and community events, culminating in third annual NYC small business month expo on May 28 * Today, Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and Small Business Services (SBS) Commission more PR

NEW YORK, May 13 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mayor Mamdani, NYC Tourism + Conventions and Team Wonder Launch New Initiatives to Help New Yorkers and Visitors Explore the Five Boroughs During the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Including "NYC Neighborhood Passport" * "NYC Neighborhood Passport" will encourage participants to explore neighborhoods across New York City and collect artist-designed stamps * New events calendar and digital map will help New Yorkers and visitors find free and low-cost events acros more PR

ROCHESTER, New York, May 16 -- Kodak issued the following news release: * * * Micropress doubles down on KODAK SQUARESPOT Imaging Technology. Micropress Printers Ltd., one of the largest independent commercial printers in the UK, has future-proofed its plate production with a highly automated CTP solution from Kodak. The Reydon, Suffolk-based printer is a family-owned business established over 50 years ago that has continuously expanded its services in response to evolving customer needs. After investing in a world first eight-color B1 she more PR

CHICAGO, Illinois, May 12 -- The Muscular Dystrophy Association issued the following news release: * * * Muscular Dystrophy Association Announces $100,000 Investment to Advance LGMD Care at Leading MDA Care Centers with BridgeBio Funding through MDA Care Advance Grant program supports Stanford Health Care and the University of Minnesota * New York - The Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) today announced a $100,000 investment by BridgeBio to strengthen multidisciplinary care for people living with limb-girdle muscular dystrophy (LGMD). Th more PR

NEW YORK, May 13 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mayor Mamdani Announces New Broadway Bus Lane to Better Serve LaGuardia Airport Travelers and Queens Residents Ahead of the World Cup * New eastbound bus lane will speed up service for LGA travelers, airport workers and Queens bus riders * Q70-SBS buses on Broadway currently move as slowly as 2.7 mph during evening rush hour * Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani and New York City Department of Transportation (NYC DOT) Commissioner Mike Flynn today announced a  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani released a balanced $124.7 billion executive budget for fiscal 2027 during a presentation at City Hall. By securing a collaborative partnership with the state government to gain $4 billion in direct aid and mandate flexibilities, Mamdani completely eliminated an inherited $12 billion deficit without slashing municipal services or raising property taxes. The comprehensive spending plan introduces a $500 million pied-a-terre tax on non-resident luxury homeowners and generates $1.64  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 13 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Kwame Mamdani announced the "Streamlining Procedures to Expedite Equitable Development" (SPEED) reform package during a news conference at University Heights High School in the South Bronx. Developed by a mayoral task force established on his first day in office, the initiative will slash bureaucratic red tape and compress overall affordable housing development timelines by eight months across the board - and by up to two years for complex projects requiring zoning amendments. By reducing the pr more PR

NEW YORK, May 12 -- New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani issued the following news: * * * Mayor Zohran Mamdani Releases $124.7 Billion Executive Budget for Fiscal Year 2027 * After inheriting a historic $12 billion budget gap, Mayor restores New York City's fiscal health through aggressive savings, taxing the rich, partnership with Albany and critical new investments * Mayor balances budget without slashing services, raising property taxes or draining long-term reserves * Mayor refuses to let working New Yorkers foot the bill -- secures  more PR

WASHINGTON, May 16 -- Rep. Tim Burchett, R-Tennessee, chairman of the House Oversight and Government Reform Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency, issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * Burchett and Biggs Continue Investigation of Planned Parenthood's Misuse of Federal Funds Subcommittee on Delivering on Government Efficiency Chairman Tim Burchett (R-Tenn.) and Representative Andy Biggs (R-Ariz.) are investigating Planned Parenthood Federation of America, Inc. and its affiliates' provision of abortion services more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, May 12 -- SRC, a research and development company focused on defense, environment and intelligence, issued the following news release: * * * SRC Selected as Winner in U.S. Army xTech|Live Competition at eMerge Americas 2026 Company's Silent Impact(R) innovation recognized for advancing non-kinetic effects from high-altitude platforms * SRC Inc., a global, not-for-profit, defense research and development company, today announced it has been selected as one of six winners in the U.S. Army's xTech|Live competition, held du more PR

NEW YORK, May 16 -- Zeta Global, an American marketing technology company, issued the following news release on May 15, 2026: * * * Zeta Global Joins Forces with Snowflake to Spearhead Open Semantic Interchange to Establish a Universal Data Standard for AI-Powered Marketing Initiative brings together leading data, AI, and marketing platforms to eliminate the fragmented definitions that undermine enterprise AI and analytics * Zeta Global (NYSE: ZETA), the AI Marketing Cloud, today announced it is joining the Open Semantic Interchange (OS more PR