Policy memo: The U.S. Refugee Program serves American interests at home and abroad
The 1980 Refugee Act grants the President the authority, in consultation with Congress, to establish refugee resettlement priorities and numerical targets based on geographic regions. During his term, President Trump slashed refugee resettlement numbers to historic lows, forcing many refugee assistance organizations to lay off staff and close offices. While the Biden administration has gradually raised the numbers for refugee resettlement, bipartisan support for the program remains elusive. Attracting new workers through programs such as refugee resettlement can serve as a fiscal boon to these vital services. These isolationist tendencies in U.S. foreign policy not only leave millions in peril but also threaten America’s standing as a global leader.
Source:New York Times
October 18, 2024 17:21 UTC
The Terrible Podcast — Talking Steelers Vs. Jets, Injury Report, Coordinator Comments, Justin Fields, Week 7 Picks & More
Season 15, Episode 40 of The Terrible Podcast is now in the can. The Steelers have yet to announce their starting quarterback against the Jets and we wonder if HC Mike Tomlin will do so on Friday after practice. Direct link: The Terrible Podcast — Talking Steelers Vs. Jets, Injury Report, Coordinator Comments, Justin Fields, Week 7 Picks & Morehttps://cms.megaphone.fm/channel/SDP4491208357?selected=SDP8892386504As always, we love talking football, particularly Steelers football. We hope you listen weekly and give us your feedback on two fans talking about Steelers football.
Source:New York Times
October 18, 2024 17:17 UTC
Video: 49ers vs. Chiefs preview: ‘A football celebration.’
The San Francisco 49ers will get their shot at revenge this weekend when they face the Kansas City Chiefs in a rematch of Super Bowl LVIII. During Friday’s edition of The Carmichael Dave Show with Jason Ross, the guys were joined by Greg Papa, the radio voice of the 49ers, to preview the highly-anticipated matchup, share an update on rookie wide receiver Ricky Pearsall, and much more! Thank you for watching. Don’t forget to hit the thumbs up and subscribe! #nfl #sanfrancisco49ers #kansascitychiefs #brockpurdy #patrickmahomesFollow @https://twitter.com/sactown1140Newsletter
Source:New York Times
October 18, 2024 17:15 UTC
Fears of sectarian tensions rise in Lebanon as Israel expands strikes
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Source:Los Angeles Times
October 18, 2024 17:05 UTC
10 Million Pounds of Meat & Poultry Recalled From Retailers in Latest Listeria Outbreak
Share LinkedIn Pin EmailMel Melcon/Los Angeles Times/TNSMeat producer BrucePac is recalling nearly 10 million pounds of meat and poultry products sold at Trader Joe’s, Target, Kroger, and other retailers because they might be contaminated with listeria. The US Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced the sweeping recall last week. It includes hundreds of ready-to-eat items that were produced from June 19 to October 8 and distributed to restaurants, grocery stores, and other businesses around the country. The outbreak was discovered after government inspectors performed routine testing of products containing poultry produced by BrucePac and found them to be positive for listeria. There have been no confirmed reports of people becoming sick from consuming the products, which should be thrown away or returned to the place of purchase.
Source:Los Angeles Times
October 18, 2024 16:42 UTC
In a close election, here are 3 legal disputes that could reach the Supreme Court
In a close election, here are 3 legal disputes that could reach the Supreme CourtDavid G. Savage | (TNS) Los Angeles TimesWASHINGTON — In a nail-biter election Nov. 5, expect the losing side to challenge the results in court. After former President Donald Trump’s 2020 defeat, his supporters filed numerous of lawsuits nationwide raising questions about ballots, counting and deadlines. Two weeks ago, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court refused to rule on mail-ballot errors, leaving the state’s 67 counties to decide on how to proceed. When the Republicans appealed the three-day extension for counting ballots, the Supreme Court upheld the state decision on a 4-4 tie vote. The Trump campaign could try to revive the issue in a long-shot appeal to the conservative Supreme Court if a few thousand votes are crucial in Nevada.
Source:Los Angeles Times
October 18, 2024 16:42 UTC
China-Taiwan Weekly Update, October 18, 2024
It framed Lai’s speech as a new level of “provocation” even though the speech was more restrained than Lai’s inaugural address. It framed Lai’s speech as a new level of “provocation” even though the speech was more restrained than Lai’s inaugural address. [3]The PRC's response to Lai’s speech did not acknowledge any de-escalation in Lai’s rhetoric and instead framed the speech as a serious and deliberate provocation of Beijing. [12]The PRC framed Lai’s speech as an “escalation” likely to justify increased military coercion against Taiwan. The TAO also issued harsher rhetoric about Lai’s speech on October 15 to retroactively justify the scope of Joint Sword 2024B.
Source:Washington Post
October 18, 2024 15:52 UTC
Donaldson Capital Management Recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Top RIA Firms for 2024
EVANSVILLE, Ind.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Donaldson Capital Management (DCM), an independently owned registered investment advisory firm with more than $3.2B in assets under management, has been recognized by Forbes as one of America’s Top RIA firms for 2024. Every day, we aim to do the right thing and make a lasting impact on the lives of our clients,” said Sarah Moore, CFP®, President of Donaldson Capital Management. This communication was prepared by Donaldson Capital Management, a federally registered investment adviser under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940. Registration as an investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill or training. Donaldson Capital Management, Form ADV Part 2A & 2B can be obtained by visiting https://adviserinfo.sec.gov and searching for our firm name.
Source:Forbes
October 18, 2024 15:46 UTC
IDF killed Yahya Sinwar. CNN’s Nic Robertson explains what happens now
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Source:CNN
October 18, 2024 15:43 UTC
Video: Serena Williams has surgery for large cyst on her neck and more
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October 18, 2024 15:42 UTC
San Jose State women's volleyball's trans player raises eyebrows with brutal spike vs New Mexico
The San Jose State Spartans women’s volleyball team cruised to a 3-1 victory over the New Mexico Lobos as they continue to compete under a shroud of controversy over having a transgender athlete on their roster. San Jose State set Fleming up for the spike, and she nailed one down off of the Lobos’ libero. "It has been incorrectly reported that an San Diego State University student-athlete was hit in the face with a volleyball during match play with San Jose State University," the school said. Fleming’s inclusion on the San Jose State women’s volleyball teams has sparked a ton of controversy, leading teams to decide to forfeit matches and a lawsuit from one of Fleming’s teammates against the NCAA. San Jose State is now 10-3 on the season and 5-3 against Mountain West opponents.
Source:Fox News
October 18, 2024 15:10 UTC