VILLANOVA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 13 -- Villanova University posted the following news release: * * * A Purposeful Papal Honor: Villanova University's Pope Leo XIV Sustainability Medal * On October 13, 2026, the Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, will confer the inaugural Pope Leo XIV Sustainability Medal--a biennial award established by his alma mater, Villanova University, in his name. For those Villanovans in attendance, the moment will surely evoke the swell of pride and emotion that swept over campus on May 8, 2025, when then-Cardinal Robert Prev more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Friends Service Committee issued the following news: * * * AFSC condemns sanctions on International Criminal Court * Today the Trump Administration issued sanctions against the entire International Criminal Court (ICC). These sanctions are a dramatic escalation in the effort to dismantle international law and human rights protections. This announcement follows earlier sanctions against individual ICC judges and prosecutors, as well as UN Special Rapporteur Francesca more PR

JEFFERSON CITY, Missouri, Oct. 9 -- Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway issued the following news release: * * * Attorney General Hanaway Leads 35-State Coalition To Protect Victims of Crime * JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - Today, Missouri Attorney General Catherine Hanaway, alongside Louisiana Attorney General Liz Murrill, led 34 other states in a letter to the U.S. Senate Committee on the Judiciary supporting the passage of H.R. 909, the "Crime Victims Fund Stabilization Act of 2025," which is critical to supporting victims of crime across more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Berger Montague, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Berger Montague's Michelle Drake Delivers Keynote for Legal Aid's Access to Justice Dinner * MINNEAPOLIS, MN - E. Michelle Drake, Executive Shareholder of Berger Montague, a leading national plaintiff law firm, delivered the keynote address at Mid-Minnesota Legal Aid's 2026 Access to Justice Dinner in St. Cloud on October 8, 2026. In her remarks, Ms. Drake described the extraordinary pro bono response of Minnesota's l more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science issued the following news: * * * Peg-in-Hole Isn't Kid Stuff Robotics Institute Helps Develop New Capabilities for Servicing Ailing Satellites 10/07/2026 Byron Spice Placing a peg in a hole is literally child's play, but when the peg and the hole are more than 22,000 miles above Earth the stakes are much higher. For Northrop Grumman, perfecting that peg-in-the-hole capability is key to a first-of-its-kind spacecraft designed to refuel and otherwise  more PR

SALISBURY, North Carolina, Oct. 9 -- Catawba College posted the following news: * * * Catawba College Announces 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award Recipients * They became an entrepreneur, a theatre designer and teacher, a civic leader, a business strategist, and a coach--but the measure of a life is not always found in a title. This Homecoming, Catawba College will honor five alumni whose lives since graduation have been shaped by the work they chose, the people they invested in, and the places they made their own. Andrew Chambers '17 will  more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 8 (TNSjou) -- Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science issued the following news: * * * October 8, 2026 CMU Researchers Develop AI That Tackles Hidden Information in Stratego By Mallory Lindahl Researchers from Carnegie Mellon University's Kenneth C. Griffin School of Computer Science have developed an AI system called Ataraxos that can outperform even the best human players in Stratego, a classic board game in which participants must make decisions without knowing the identity of their opponent' more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 5 -- Carnegie Mellon University School of Computer Science issued the following news: * * * CMU Researchers Give Robots a Delicate Touch 10/05/2026 Marylee Williams The Breakdown * CMU researchers created a robotic fingertip to help robots handle delicate tasks without breaking fragile or tiny objects, such as pills and potato chips. * The new fingertips attach directly to researchers' DeltaHands device, adding multisensory versatility to a flexible, low-cost robotic hand. * Each fingertip measures squeez more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Dechert, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Dechert Advises Court Square and Momentum Telecom on Sale of Momentum's Voice and Collaboration Business to CallTower * Dechert advised Momentum Telecom and Court Square on a transaction for CallTower, a global leader in cloud communications, to acquire assets associated with Momentum's cloud voice and collaboration business, including its customer relationships. The acquisition, which brings together parts of two Court Squa more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 8 [Category: BizLaw/Legal] -- Dechert, a law firm, posted the following news: * * * Dechert Bolsters Leveraged Finance Capabilities, Adding Partner Ben Burton in London * Dechert LLP announced today that Ben Burton has joined the firm as a partner in its global finance practice. Based in London, Mr. Burton's extensive leveraged finance and restructuring experience will enhance the firm's private equity and finance capabilities. Mr. Burton is an accomplished leveraged finance lawyer with over a decade of exp more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 (TNSFR) -- The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency issued the following action in the Federal Register. * * * Clean Water Act Hazardous Substance Facility Response Plans: Compliance Date Delay and Changes To Reflect Administration Policy The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is finalizing an extension to the compliance date for Facility Response Plans (FRPs) required by the Clean Water Act (CWA) addressing potential worst-case discharges of CWA hazardous substances. These requirements apply to onshore non-transportat more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 [Category: Sociological] -- The American Friends Service Committee issued the following news: * * * Gaza ceasefire exists in name only, say more than 100 organizations * One year since the ceasefire agreement, more than 1,400 people have been killed by Israeli forces in Gaza, nearly two million still need shelter, not a single hospital is fully functioning, and 1.4 million face crisis-level hunger. One year after the Gaza ceasefire agreement was reached, more than 100 humanitarian, human rights, and other more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 10 [Category: Political] -- Giffords, an organization dedicated to saving lives from gun violence, posted the following news release: * * * GIFFORDS statement on mass shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania * WASHINGTON -- GIFFORDS, the national gun violence prevention group led by former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords, responded to a mass shooting in Erie, Pennsylvania, that took place on October 9. It is being reported that eight people were killed, including two children. "I am devastated to hear that eight people, including t more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 -- The University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * How a Penn-based consortium has shaped modern AI * * The Linguistic Data Consortium, hosted at Penn and directed by Penn linguistics professor Mark Liberman, laid the groundwork for modern large language models. * The LDC is integral in the popularization of the "common task method," a competitive but collaborative approach to problem-solving that has allowed for faster commercialization of technology. * Amid massive changes in the access more PR

INDIANA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 -- Indiana University of Pennsylvania posted the following news: * * * IUP Celebrating International Education Week With Lunch Hour and Culture Fair, Naturalization Ceremony * Indiana University of Pennsylvania's Office of International Education will host a number of events to celebrate national International Education Week, including an Oct. 16 naturalization ceremony welcoming 74 new American citizens from 38 countries. The naturalization ceremony, open to the community, is at 11:00 a.m. on October 16 at th more PR

NEW YORK, Oct. 8 [Category: Religion] -- The Jewish Council for Public Affairs posted the following news release: * * * JCPA Calls on Democratic and Republican Candidates, Political Leaders to Reject Antisemitism and Hate in All Forms * NEW YORK, October 08, 2026 -- Entering the final weeks of the U.S. midterm elections, the Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA) is today calling on Democratic and Republican candidates and political leaders to draw a clear line against antisemitism, extremism, and violence across the ideological spectrum  more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 6 -- The Juvenile Law Center issued the following news release: * * * Juvenile Law Center Welcomes Three New Board Members and a New Zubrow Fellow October 6, 2026 New board members Shaena Fazal, Jordan Jean, and Tania Stewart begin their terms; Jennifer Kim named 2026-2028 Sol & Helen Zubrow Fellow in Children's Law - Juvenile Law Center welcomed three new members to its Board of Directors - Shaena Fazal, Jordan Jean, and Tania Stewart, bringing valuable skills and expertise to an exceptional group. "Ju more PR

PITTSBURGH, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 -- La Roche University posted the following news release: * * * La Roche University Expands Food Pantry to Address Campus Food Insecurity * PITTSBURGH, Oct. 9, 2026 - La Roche University has expanded and relocated its Food Pantry, which received more than 15,000 pounds of food from the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank during its first three months in the new space. The University will celebrate the opening Tuesday, Oct. 13, with an open house from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Now one of the largest collegiate fo more PR

DALLAS, Pennsylvania, Oct. 8 -- Misericordia University posted the following news: * * * Misericordia University Encourages Student Engagement at Annual Involvement Fair * Annual Event Connects Students with Campus Organizations, Leadership Opportunities and Activities that Foster a Sense of Belonging DALLAS, Pa. -- Misericordia University recently hosted its annual Involvement Fair, providing students with an opportunity to explore the many clubs, organizations, athletic programs and service opportunities available throughout the campus c more PR

SANTA BARBARA, California, Oct. 9 [Category: Health Care] -- Direct Relief posted the following news: * * * Monitoring Hurricanes Isaias and Simon as Landfalls Near This Weekend, and More * Cookies can help enhance your browsing experience and help personalize content by analyzing traffic and usage trends on directrelief.org. By clicking "Accept All", you consent to the use of cookies Privacy Policy Include a byline with the reporter's name and Direct Relief in the following format: "Author Name, Direct Relief." If attribution in that form more PR

OMAHA, Nebraska, Oct. 8 [Category: BizInsurance] -- Mutual of Omaha Insurance, a provider of insurance, banking and financial products for individuals, businesses and groups, posted the following news release: * * * Mutual of Omaha Names Jennifer Ju Vice President and Medical Director of Workplace Solutions * OMAHA, Neb. - Mutual of Omaha has named Jennifer Ju, M.D., Vice President and Medical Director in Workplace Solutions. She leads medical review operations supporting claims. Her responsibilities include improving workflows and outcomes more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Health issued the following news: * * * Pennsylvania Department of Health Provides Statewide Update on Measles Outbreak as Cases Reach 1,078 in 41 Counties Getting vaccinated remains the best protection against the measles virus; the vaccine is proven 97 percent effective at preventing measles for life after two doses. October 07, 2026 Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsylvania Department of Health (DOH) today announced that 1,078 measles cases have been confirmed across 41 counties more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 6 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Military and Veterans Affairs issued the following news: * * * DMVA honors nearly 50 staff members for continued outstanding service to Pennsylvania veterans, servicemembers, and families October 06, 2026 Annville, PA - Today, the Pennsylvania Department and Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA) honored nearly 50 employees across the agency for their exemplary work in serving Pennsylvania's servicemembers, veterans, and their families, during an awards ceremony at Fort Indian more PR

CRANBERRY TOWNSHIP, Pennsylvania, Oct. 8 [Category: BizEnergy] -- Westinghouse Electric issued the following news release: * * * PEJ and Westinghouse Begin Long-Lead Item Procurement Process for Poland's First Nuclear Power Plant * Warsaw, Poland - October 8, 2026 - Polskie Elektrownie Jadrowe (PEJ) has commissioned Westinghouse Electric Company to begin procuring long-lead items (LLIs) for the first AP1000(r) unit of the Lubiatowo-Kopalino nuclear power plant project. This is one of the most important stages in preparing for the start of c more PR

YORK, Pennsylvania, Oct. 5 -- Pennsylvania State University York campus issued the following news: * * * 2026-27 Teaching and Learning Technologies Faculty Advisory Committee named October 5, 2026 UNIVERSITY PARK, Pa. -- Teaching and Learning with Technology (TLT), part of Penn State University Libraries, has announced the members of the Teaching and Learning Technologies Faculty Advisory Committee for the 2026-27 academic year. The faculty advisory committee brings together faculty from across Penn State to guide the integration of techno more PR

WASHINGTON, Oct. 6 -- The Plastic Pollution Coalition issued the following news: * * * Highlights from Climate Week NYC 2026 October 06, 2026 Plastic Pollution Coalition (PPC) just wrapped up its participation at a packed and productive Climate Week NYC 2026, which took place Sept. 20-27, 2026. Addressing the interconnected issues of climate change and plastic pollution have never been more critical than now, as human and planetary health continue to be strained by escalating fossil fuel extraction, processing, and plastic production. With  more PR

SOUTHFIELD, Michigan, Oct. 6 -- The Society of Manufacturing Engineers issued the following news release: * * * Robert X. Gao Elected NAMRI | SME President for 2026-27 SOUTHFIELD, Mich. (October 6, 2026) - As it continues to shape the future of manufacturing research and innovation, the North American Manufacturing Research Institution of SME (NAMRI | SME) has elected its 2026-27 executive leaders and directors. NAMRI | SME serves as a bridge between manufacturing research and real-world application, ensuring that fundamental discoveries dr more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 5 -- Saul Ewing, a law firm, issued the following news release: * * * Saul Ewing Expands its Trusts & Estates Practice in Philadelphia With Counsel Jennifer Breton Philadelphia, (October 5, 2026) - Saul Ewing LLP has expanded its Trusts & Estates Group in its Philadelphia Office with the hiring of Counsel Jennifer Breton, who brings two decades of experience counseling high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on estate planning and administration, business succession, and domestic and  more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture issued the following news: * * * Shapiro Administration Announces 2027 Pennsylvania Farm Show Theme: Leading A Legacy October 07, 2026 The annual Pennsylvania Farm Show is Pennsylvania's State Fair(TM), a showcase for the people and products of Pennsylvania's powerhouse agriculture industry, which supports 600,000 jobs and generates $132.5 billion for the Commonwealth's economy. - Lenhartsville, PA - Today, Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding announced the 20 more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development issued the following news: * * * Shapiro Administration Highlights New Innovate in PA 2.0 Program During Visit to Harrisburg University of Science and Technology October 7, 2026 To invest in Pennsylvania's innovation economy, Governor Josh Shapiro secured $125 million in the 2026-27 budget -- creating the new Innovate in PA 2.0 program to foster promising ideas and help growing companies thrive in the Commonwealth. Harrisburg University's  more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued the following news: * * * Shapiro Administration Invests $6.74 Million to Launch New Program Supporting Advanced Shipbuilding and Maritime Manufacturing Workforce in Pennsylvania The Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry's new program will foster invaluable partnerships with employers and support training programs so this specialized workforce can gain and further develop critical industry skills. October 07, 2026 Harrisburg, PA - The Pennsyl more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development issued the following news: * * * Shapiro Administration Invests More Than $3.8 Million Through New PIDA Loans to Create Jobs, Help Businesses Grow in Three Counties October 7, 2026 The projects supported by these loans through the Pennsylvania Industrial Development Authority (PIDA) will inject more than $9.8 million into the economy, create 34 new jobs, and retain 46 existing positions. Since the Shapiro Administration took office in 2023 more PR

HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 7 -- The Pennsylvania Department of Education issued the following news: * * * Shapiro Administration's Historic Investments in Public Education Are Supporting School Libraries, Career and Technical Education Programs at the Bradford Area School District in McKean County Under Governor Shapiro's leadership, Pennsylvania has increased funding for our schools by more than $3 billion - or 35 percent - since the Governor took office. Since 2023, state funding for the Bradford Area School District has increased  more PR

SHIPPENSBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 -- Shippensburg University posted the following news: * * * Shippensburg University proudly recognizes the recipients of the 2026 Young Alumni Awards * Shippensburg University is proud to announce Jacqueline Paneque, Catherine Putz and Lauren Taylor as the recipients of the 2026 Young Alumni Awards. From leading technology and data literacy to international journalism and CrossFit, these young alumni serve as examples of what it means to be strong leaders, serve others and persevere through life's challeng more PR

SHIPPENSBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 8 -- Shippensburg University posted the following news: * * * Shippensburg University recognizes 2026 Homecoming Court nominees * Shippensburg University is proud to recognize the 2026 Homecoming Court nominees. Each candidate exemplifies academic success, stewardship and integrity. This year, the court leads service projects that are raising funds for Big Red's cupboard. Here are the 2026 nominees: Chase Garrison Garrison is a political science major and the vice president of student groups for the Stude more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 8 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice issued the following news: * * * SP2 introduces its center for advancing climate adaptation & resilience October 8, 2026 SP2's Center for Climate Resilience is generating data-driven, decision-relevant evidence to help communities, institutions, and policymakers prepare for the realities of a changing climate. As climate change continues to reshape communities around the world, Penn's School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) is home to more PR

PHILADELPHIA, Pennsylvania, Oct. 5 -- The University of Pennsylvania School of Social Policy and Practice issued the following news: * * * SP2 launches CARES to advance the science, practice, and future of healthcare social work October 5, 2026 Authored By: Carson Easterly New center brings together SP2, HUP, and CHOP to strengthen research, education, and workforce development in healthcare social work. Penn's School of Social Policy & Practice (SP2) has launched the Center for Advancing Research and Education on Social Care (CARES), a n more PR

LORETTO, Pennsylvania, Oct. 9 -- Saint Francis University posted the following news: * * * Study Abroad Opportunities * Study Abroad opportunities at Saint Francis offer students the experience of a lifetime Every Saint Francis University student has a story to tell. And for those willing to step outside of their comfort zone and seize their opportunity, a once-in-a-lifetime study abroad experience can become a unique part of their journey. With so many student photos and stories already covering the new Study Abroad Wall in Scotus Hall,  more PR

WAYNESBURG, Pennsylvania, Oct. 8 -- Waynesburg University issued the following news: * * * Waynesburg U. named "College of Distinction" Maura Fenske Oct 8, 2026 Waynesburg University has been recognized as a College of Distinction for the 2026-2027 academic year, marking the 11th consecutive year receiving the accolade. The University was also named a Pennsylvania College of Distinction and a Christian College of Distinction, and special recognition was given to the University's business, education and nursing programs. This award signifi more PR