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Akerman Represents Alliance Mobile in Three Acquisitions Expanding Its AT&T Retail Network (10)
MIAMI, Florida, July 14 -- Akerman, a law firm, issued the following news release:
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Akerman Represents Alliance Mobile in Three Acquisitions Expanding Its AT&T Retail Network
Akerman represented Alliance Mobile Inc., one of AT&T's largest and fastest-growing authorized retail partners with 380 locations across 26 states, in three acquisitions that further expand its national retail footprint.
The Akerman team representing Alliance Mobile was led by Kenneth G. Alberstadt, Partner, Corporate Practice Group, and included key support acros more PR
Coalition for Political Forecasting Urges Clearer Regulation and Enhanced Oversight of Prediction Markets (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
April 30, 2026
Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street, NW
Washington, DC 20581
Re: Prediction Markets, RIN 3038-AF65
Dear Mr. Kirkpatrick:
In response to the Commission's Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (ANPRM) regarding the oversight of event contracts and prediction m more ST
Colorado River Indian Tribes Demand CFTC Enforce Ban on Unlawful Sports Betting in Prediction Markets (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
COLORADO RIVER INDIAN TRIBES
Colorado River Indian Reservation
26600 MOHAVE ROAD
PARKER, ARIZONA 85344
TELEPHONE (928) 669 9211
FAX (928) 669-1216
April 30, 2026
Christopher J. Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Comrnission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20581
Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Po more ST
CUMU Announces Lexi Velte as New Communications and Member Engagement Coordinator (10)
TOWSON, Maryland, July 16 -- The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities posted the following news:
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CUMU Announces Lexi Velte as New Communications and Member Engagement Coordinator
The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU) is pleased to welcome Lexi Velte, M.A. as communications and member engagement coordinator. In this role, Lexi will help elevate the visibility of CUMU and our 120+ member campuses while providing support for engagement across the international network.
Lexi's professional experience in h more PR
Dragonfly Urges Commodity Futures Trading Commission to Adopt Targeted Framework for Prediction Markets and Reject Overbroad Restrictions (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Mr. Christopher Kirkpatrick
Secretary
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street NW
Washington, DC 20581
April 30, 2026
BY ELECTRONIC SUBMISSION
Re: Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Prediction Markets, 91 Fed. Reg. 12516
(Mar. 16, 2026) (RIN 3038-AF65)
Dear Mr. Kirkpatrick:
Dragonfly appreciates the opportunity to respon more ST
Earthjustice: With Two New Rulemakings, Trump Administration Attempts to Further Weaken Endangered Species Act (10)
SAN FRANCISCO, California, July 18 -- Earthjustice issued the following news release on July 17, 2026:
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With Two New Rulemakings, Trump Administration Attempts to Further Weaken Endangered Species Act
Rules eliminate protections for threatened wildlife and prioritize "economic interests" over critical habitat
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Washington, D.C. -- The Trump administration today announced it finalized two rulemakings in an attempt to weaken the Endangered Species Act (ESA), putting imperiled wildlife at even greater risk. The move comes after a recent more PR
Enterprise Rancheria Urges CFTC to Enforce Prohibition on Unlawful Sports-Related Event Contracts in Prediction Markets (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
April 30, 2026
Delivered via portal at https://comments.cftc.gov
RE: Enterprise Rancheria's Comments on Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Prediction Markets (RIN 3038-AF65)
Dear Chairmen Selig and Secretary Kirkpatrick:
On behalf of the Estom Yumeka Maidu Tribe of the Enterprise Rancheria, a federally recognized Indian tribe listed in the Federal Register as En more ST
Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria Urges CFTC To Enforce Ban On Unlawful Sports Betting Contracts Threatening Tribal Sovereignty (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
April 29, 2026
Delivered via portal at https://comments.cftc.gov
RE: Graton Rancheria's Comments on Advanced Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on
Prediction Markets (RIN 3038-AF65)
Dear Chairmen Selig and Secretary Kirkpatrick:
On behalf of the Federated Indians of Graton Rancheria (the Tribe or Graton), I write to in response to the Commodity Futures Trading Commission's more ST
Meet the 2026 Cancer Nation Leadership Academy Ambassadors (10)
SILVER SPRING, Maryland, July 15 -- Cancer Nation (formerly the National Coalition for Cancer Survivorship) issued the following statement:
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Meet the 2026 Cancer Nation Leadership Academy Ambassadors
We are proud to welcome the 2026 Cancer Nation Leadership Academy cohort. Following a competitive application process, 12 survivors, caregivers, and health care professionals from across the country have been selected to serve as Cancer Nation Ambassadors.
The Cancer Nation Leadership Academy equips Ambassadors with the skills, knowledge, more PR
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Urges CFTC to Uphold Sovereignty and Ban Sports-Related Event Contracts on Prediction Markets (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Mille Lacs Band of Ojibwe Indians
Executive Branch of Tribal Government
Office of the Chief Executive
April 30, 2026
Christopher J. Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20581
Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal
Re: Prediction Markets (RIN 3038-AF65) - Co more ST
Morongo Band of Mission Indians Urges CFTC to Prohibit Illegal Sports-Related Event Contracts on Prediction Markets to Protect Tribal Sovereignty and Public Interest (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Christopher J. Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 21st Street, N.W. A SOVEREIGN NATION
Washington, DC 20581
Submitted via the Federal eRulemaking Portal
Re: Prediction Markets (RIN 3038-AF65) - Comments on Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Event Contracts 91 Fed. Reg. 12,516 (Mar. 16, 2026) more ST
NLN Names First Annual Awards for Program of Excellence in Research-Focused Doctorate in Nursing Education (10)
WASHINGTON, July 13 -- The National League for Nursing issued the following news release:
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NLN Names First Annual Awards for Program of Excellence in Research-Focused Doctorate in Nursing Education
Winning Programs Will Be Honored During 2026 NLN Education Summit in Washington, DC, September 23-25
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The National League for Nursing proudly announces the selection of five doctoral programs in nursing education as the inaugural winners of the NLN Program of Excellence for Research-Focused Doctoral Programs Award. This distinctive honor w more PR
Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa Completes Resort-Wide Transformation (10)
IRVING, Texas, July 14 -- Omni Hotels and Resorts issued the following news release:
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Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa Completes Resort-Wide Transformation
Comprehensive renovation reimagines resort through the lens of the Island's history, culture and natural beauty
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Amelia Island, Fla. - Omni Amelia Island Resort & Spa today announced the completion of its more than $40 million resort-wide transformation, unveiling a fully reimagined oceanfront destination that blends coastal luxury with the distinctive character of Amelia Island.
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Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Announces 2026 Dr. R. Neil Lowry Grant Recipient (10)
ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, July 13 -- The Pool and Hot Tub Alliance (formerly the Association of Pool and Spa Professionals) issued the following news release:
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Pool & Hot Tub Alliance Announces 2026 Dr. R. Neil Lowry Grant Recipient
City of Ocala Recreation & Parks to expand water safety education and swim lesson programs
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The Pool & Hot Tub Alliance (PHTA), the trade association representing the swimming pool, hot tub, and spa industry, is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2026 Dr. R. Neil Lowry Grant: City of Ocala Recreation & more PR
Record 22 University of Delaware Students, Alumni Earn Prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships (10)
DOVER, Delaware, July 15 -- The University of Delaware issued the following research news:
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Launching research careers
A record 22 UD students, alumni earn prestigious National Science Foundation Graduate Research Fellowships
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The National Science Foundation (NSF) Graduate Research Fellows Program's (GRFP) 2026 Class of Fellows includes 22 University of Delaware students and alumni -- a record number of recipients for a single year.
UD's previous record-high was 19, in 2022. Since 2007, 210 UD students and alumni have been selected more PR
Stillaguamish Tribe Urges CFTC to Enforce Prohibition on Sports-Related Event Contracts to Protect Tribal Sovereignty and Public Interest (10)
WASHINGTON, July 19 -- In response to a federal agency request for information, the following public comment letter was submitted electronically to the regulations.gov site.
Christopher J. Kirkpatrick
Secretary of the Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Three Lafayette Centre
1155 2lst Street, N.W.
Washington, DC 20581
Submitted via the Federal eRulemakittg Portal
Re Prediction Markets (RIN 3038-4F65) Comments on Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking on Event Contracts 91 Fed. Reg. 12,516 (Mar. 16, 2026')
Dear Secretary Kir more ST
University of Miami Nursing School: Can AI Help Asthma Patients Breathe Easier? (10)
CORAL GABLES, Florida, July 15 (TNSxrep) -- The University of Miami's School of Nursing and Health Studies issued the following news:
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Can AI help asthma patients breathe easier?
Novel nurse-led clinical trial at University of Miami is using artificial intelligence-enabled "social robots" to teach kids with asthma to prevent attacks.
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If robots can deliver food or play soccer, why not deploy them to help manage chronic illness? That's a question nurse scientist Cynthia Foronda, Ph.D., RN, CNE, CHSE, ANEF, FAAN, from the School of Nur more PR
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