Summary of the 2024 NASA LCLUC Science Team Meeting The 2024 NASA Land Cover and Land Use Change (LCLUC) Science Team Meeting was held on January 9, 2025, at NASA Headquarters in Washington, DC. The meeting was attended by approximately 50 scientists and stakeholders from the LCLUC community. The meeting agenda included the following topics: … Read more
Bowman, Reflections on 2024: Monetary Policy, Economic Performance, and Lessons for Banking Regulation 2025-01-09 18:35 FRB In a speech delivered on January 9, 2025, Federal Reserve Board Governor Michelle Bowman reflected on the challenges and achievements of monetary policy in 2024 and drew lessons for banking regulation. Monetary Policy in 2024 The year 2024 was … Read more
Headline: We Prepare. You Should, Too. Source: Defense.gov Date: 2025-01-09 17:02 Detailed Article: Introduction: The United States Department of Defense (DoD) has released a new article emphasizing the critical importance of emergency preparedness for all citizens. In the article, titled “We Prepare. You Should, Too,” the DoD urges the public to take proactive steps to … Read more
Carter’s Humble Legacy Honored With Full Military Splendor in Washington January 9, 2025 On a somber day in Washington, D.C., the nation paid its final respects to former President James Earl Carter Jr. with a state funeral at the Washington National Cathedral, followed by a full military burial at Arlington National Cemetery. Carter, who passed … Read more
Biden Administration Announces Additional Security Assistance for Ukraine Date: January 9, 2025 Source: Defense.gov Summary: The Biden Administration has authorized an additional $2.5 billion in security assistance for Ukraine, bringing the total U.S. aid to the country since the start of the Russian invasion to over $27 billion. This new package includes advanced weaponry and … Read more
Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III Delivers Opening Remarks at 25th Ukraine Defense Contact Group Meeting On January 9, 2025, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III addressed the 25th meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) in Ramstein, Germany. The meeting brought together defense leaders from around the world to discuss continued … Read more
Austin Addresses Ukraine Defense Contact Group, Emphasizes Enduring Support On January 9, 2025, Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III concluded his 25th and final meeting of the Ukraine Defense Contact Group (UDCG) with a somber yet resolute address, expressing the enduring commitment of the United States and its allies to Ukraine’s defense. Unwavering Support … Read more
Governor Hochul Announces $100 Million Available to Support Expanded Use of Zero-Emission Transit Vehicles January 8, 2025 Funding will help transit agencies purchase new electric and hydrogen-powered buses, invest in charging and fueling infrastructure, and support workforce development. Governor Kathy Hochul today announced $100 million in funding is now available to support the expanded use … Read more
DC Public Schools and DC Government to Open On Time on Wednesday, January 8 Washington, DC – The District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) and the District of Columbia Government will open on time on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The decision was made after careful consideration of the latest weather forecast and consultation with city … Read more
Vice President Harris Calls Prime Minister Mottley of Barbados Washington, D.C. – On January 8, 2025, at 11:27 a.m. EST, Vice President Kamala Harris spoke with Prime Minister Mia Mottley of Barbados. The Vice President and Prime Minister Mottley discussed their commitment to increasing economic opportunity, combating climate change, and continuing the work of the … Read more