NEW YORK, Aug. 13 (TNSres) -- Barnard College issued the following news: * * * In her latest book, research scholar Nancy Woloch shines a historical light on the roles that women have played as agents of change. * * * Nancy Woloch is a research scholar in Barnard's History Department who specializes in U.S. women's history, legal history, and the history of education in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Her latest book, Women and the American Experience: A Concise History, illuminates  more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Over the summer, dozens of high school students from across the country had the opportunity to participate in the Berlin Sport Analytics Academy at Syracuse University and experience what life is like on a college campus and as a Falk College of Sport and Human Dynamics sport analytics student. The Berlin Academy has been in operation since 2019, giving students the chance to explore data's important role in the sport more PR

WASHINGTON, Aug. 13 (TNSres) -- FiscalNote, a technology and media company, issued the following news release: FiscalNote Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: NOTE) ("FiscalNote"), a leading AI-driven enterprise SaaS technology provider of policy and global intelligence, today announced that members of the senior management team will be participating in the following upcoming conferences: * Oppenheimer & Co. 27th Annual Technology, Internet & Communications Conference - Wednesday, August 14, 2024. FiscalNote more PR

BUFFALO, New York, Aug. 13 -- Buffalo State University issued the following news release: In a fast-paced world, "time and space to think and work" are a luxury. The Rome Prize, presented by the American Academy in Rome, grants this luxury annually to a select group of artists, writers, and scholars. This year, Buffalo State alumna Katherine L. Beaty, '05, was named one of 31 Rome Prize fellows from more than 1,000 applicants. Beaty, who holds a master of arts and certificate of advanced study more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * Funding Allows City of Buffalo to Repair and Restore USS The Sullivans and USS Croaker, Ensuring They Stay Afloat and Extending Life of Each Vessel World War II Vessels Are Major Tourism Destinations and Recognizable Symbols of the Buffalo Skyline * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $10 million to support the repair and restoration of two iconic World War II naval sh more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * NYS Investment Complements 2023 Strategic Plan - The Region's Comprehensive Strategy to Revitalize Communities and Grow the Economy * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today outlined plans for the next two phases of a transformative, mixed-use development project that is breathing new life into the former Oakdale Mall in Johnson City, Broome County. Now known as Oakdale Commons, the  more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * New York School Bus Incentive Program Makes Clean Buses and Charging Infrastructure More Affordable for Public Schools Helps Improve Air Quality and Reduce Transportation Pollution in Local Communities and Across the State * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced that an additional $200 million is now available to school districts and bus operators for zero-emission schoo more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Aug. 11, 2024: * * * Grants of up to $50,000 to be Available to Eligible Homeowners in Allegany, Delaware, Franklin, Steuben, and St. Lawrence Counties to Address Health and Safety-Related Repairs Not Covered by Insurance or Other Disaster Relief Programs Department of Financial Services to Deploy to Affected Communities and Extend Hotline Hours to Assist Residents and Business Owners with Insuran more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * State, Federal, and Local Officials Partnering With CUNY Dominican Studies Institute to Establish First Cultural Center of Its Kind Dedicated to Arts and Culture from the Dominican Republic Center to Include Museum and Exhibition Space, Theater, Children's Library, and an Oral History and Archives Project to Preserve the Cultural History of the Dominican Republic and New Yorke more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release: * * * Project at 950 Broadway Features 28 Affordable Housing Units and Free Head Start Child Education Program One Of 11 Projects for Buffalo's $10 Million Broadway-Fillmore Downtown Revitalization Initiative Award Buffalo One of 162 Communities Certified Under the Pro-Housing Communities Program * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the ribbon cutting for the Eckhardts building in East Buf more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following remarks on Aug. 11, 2024: * * * Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul Delivered Remarks at the New York City Dominican Parade Breakfast. A rush transcript of the Governor's remarks is available below: Gracias, Buenos Dias. First of all, I want to say one thing: Viva la Republica Mexicana! I just needed to say that first of all. We have one of the most incredible, most effective champions -- our voice in Washington, D.C.  more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * U.S. News & World Report Ranked Counties in Long Island, Hudson Valley and New York City Among the Top 25 Safest in America Crime in New York State Is Down 6% Year over Year Governor Hochul Has Invested over $800 Million in Crime-Fighting Initiatives * * * Governor Kathy Hochul today highlighted ongoing declines in statewide crime as a new independent report ranked New York more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- Hearst Communications Inc. issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2024: Hearst today announced it has agreed to acquire QGenda, LLC from investment firms Francisco Partners and ICONIQ Growth. QGenda is a leading provider of healthcare workforce management solutions. More than 4,500 organizations, including leading physician groups, hospitals, academic medical centers and health systems use QGenda to advance workforce scheduling, optimize capacity and improve access t more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 (TNSres) -- New York University issued the following news release: * * * A new report by NYU's Center on International Cooperation examines global polarization driven by "divisive entrepreneurs" and proposes solutions to counter these effects * * * A new report by the Pathfinders for Peace, Just, and Inclusive Societies at NYU's Center on International Cooperation (CIC) explores escalating global fragmentation, the dynamics fueling this trend, and emerging solutions to coun more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following news on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * Watch the video here at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HveqLda2NTU * * * New York City Mayor Eric Adams today announced the appointment of, and swore in, Robert S. Tucker, Esq. as the 35th commissioner of the Fire Department of the City of New York (FDNY). Tucker serves as secretary of the FDNY Foundation, is an honorary fire commissioner of the City of New York, and his first job ever in 1 more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following remarks on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced the ribbon cutting for the Eckhardts building in East Buffalo. The $13.5 million project, by Cedarland Development LLC, renovated and converted a 50,000-square-foot, vacant and underutilized building at 950 Broadway into a mixed-use development, featuring 28 affordable housing units and a free Head Start child education program. The bui more PR

ALBANY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Gov. Kathy Hochul, D-New York, issued the following remarks on Aug. 11, 2024: * * * Earlier today, Governor Kathy Hochul announced emergency assistance to support homeowners impacted by the remnants of Hurricane Debby. At Governor Hochul's direction, New York Homes and Community Renewal is launching an emergency repair program for homeowners in Allegany, Delaware, Franklin, Steuben and St. Lawrence Counties impacted by the storm. Additionally, staff from the New Yo more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- The New York City Department of Environmental Protection issued the following news: * * * New Appointees to Serve as Chief Liaisons for Each Borough, Responding to Community Concerns and Promoting DEP Initiatives * * * The New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has appointed three Borough Commissioners to serve as chief liaisons for community members, stakeholders and elected officials in Queens, Staten Island and the Bronx. Alfonso Lopez will serve  more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Jennifer Pluta has worked in career services at Syracuse University, including spending the last 10 years providing advice to Syracuse's veterans and military-connected community. When Jennifer Pluta G'15 enlisted in the U.S. Army Reserve on May 19, 1999, she had no grand plans for making a career out of her service to her country. Rather, feeling compelled to give back to her country, Pluta thought she would serve f more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton and Garrison, a law firm, issued the following news: Paul, Weiss, Rifkind, Wharton & Garrison LLP announced today that investment funds lawyer David Pritchett will join the firm as a partner in the Corporate Department within the Investment Funds Group, resident in London. Pritchett's practice focuses on advising investment fund sponsors on all aspects of the structuring and operation of alternative investment funds across a variety of investme more PR

TROY, New York, Aug. 13 -- Sage Colleges issued the following agency statement on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * In a recent letter from a group of elected state officials, it was incorrectly suggested that Russell Sage College is eliminating courses that teach about the Holocaust and antisemitism from our curriculum. That is false. Russell Sage College was founded over 100 years ago as a place for open dialogue and oppressed voices. In staying true to our mission, we've offered two courses on the Holo more PR

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Promoting healthy diets for the entire family can better improve health outcomes for people with chronic illnesses, according to a new Cornell study. "Families are an essential social unit, and food is a social medium: families pool and negotiate food choices, and it's also the way we pass on dietary preferences, traditions and build kinship," said Ramya Ambikapthi, senior research associate in the Food Systems & Global more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Falls are a major concern for older adults and for those that love and care for them. They are a leading cause of injury for adults older than 65, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. More than a third of those who fell reported needing medical treatment or being benched from activity for at least a day. Yaejin Moon What can those most vulnerable to falls do to better protect themselves? more PR

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University issued the following news: Visiting students from across the country came to Cornell this June to experience life in advanced scientific research and engineering as part of the summer programs hosted by the Cornell Laboratory for Accelerator-based ScienceS and Education (CLASSE) and the Cornell High Energy Synchrotron Source (CHESS). Through engaging research projects, technical lecture series, and hands-on learning, thirty students from institu more PR

SYRACUSE, New York, Aug. 12 -- Syracuse University issued the following news: Syracuse University Libraries has selected four students as the 2024-25 Orange Innovation Scholars. This prestigious recognition highlights their dedication to innovation and entrepreneurship. These four students exemplify the spirit of innovation and leadership that the Orange Innovation Scholars program seeks to promote. The four Orange Innovation Scholars are: Ava Lubkemann '27 (College of Engineering and Computer more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 12 -- New York City Mayor Eric Adams issued the following transcript of an episode of "Hear From the Mayor" radio show on Aug. 11, 2024: * * * Gary Byrd: Every second Sunday of the month, WBLS is proud to welcome the 110th mayor of New York City. The second mayor of color, and the first hip hop mayor in the city's history. It's time to Hear From the Mayor, our brother Mayor Eric Adams. Live on 107.5 WBLS. Mr. Mayor, good morning and welcome. Mayor Eric Adams: Hey Brother, thank more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- WarnerMedia, a media and entertainment company, issued the following news release on Aug. 12, 2024: * * * * 7 billion minutes streamed as Max supercharges streaming engagement * Sunday 4th August saw a Warner Bros. Discovery record in Europe of 600 million minutes streamed in a single day * Record number of new paid streaming subscribers over the Games period; 77% more than Tokyo 2020 * Saturday 27th was Warner Bros. Discovery's biggest ever single day for new paid stre more PR

ITHACA, New York, Aug. 12 -- Cornell University issued the following news: A critical shortage of powdered infant formula revealed significant challenges in the supply, market competition and regulation of formula in the United States, according to a new report reviewed and co-authored by Cornell researchers. The consensus study report, mandated by Congress and published July 25 by the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering and Medicine, found that resiliency planning across the baby form more PR

NEW YORK, Aug. 13 -- White and Case, a law firm, issued the following news release: Global law firm White & Case LLP has advised a syndicate of international underwriters and placement agents on the R$14.8 billion (US$2.7 billion) equity offering of Companhia de Saneamento Basico do Estado de Sao Paulo - SABESP, one of the world's largest water and sewage providers, making it the largest privatization in Brazil and the largest equity offering in Latin America to-date since June 2022, and the th more PR