Biden Administration Bans Hidden Junk Fees Washington, D.C. – Today, the Biden-Harris Administration announced that the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has issued a new rule banning hidden junk fees that pad the cost of everyday goods and services. The new rule requires businesses to clearly and conspicuously disclose all fees upfront, before consumers make a … Read more
White House Press Release: Bill Signed: S. 3960 December 17, 2024 President Biden Signs Bipartisan Legislation to Improve Healthcare for Veterans Today, President Biden signed into law S. 3960, the “Veterans Equal Access to Care Act of 2024.” This bipartisan legislation will make significant improvements to healthcare for veterans by expanding access to care, improving … Read more
NASA’s Airspace Operations and Safety Program (AOSP) December 17, 2024 NASA’s Airspace Operations and Safety Program (AOSP) is a comprehensive effort to enhance the safety and efficiency of airspace operations for NASA missions. The program was established in response to the growing complexity and volume of air traffic in the National Airspace System (NAS), as … Read more
Cutting-Edge Satellite Tracks Lake Water Levels in Ohio River Basin December 17, 2024 NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory, Pasadena, California NASA and the US Army Corps of Engineers (USACE) have launched a new satellite mission to monitor water levels in the Ohio River Basin, a critical waterway for navigation, agriculture, and drinking water. The mission, called … Read more
NASA Participates in Microgravity Science Summit December 17, 2024 Source: NASA NASA recently participated in the 2024 Microgravity Science Summit, a 3-day event that brought together scientists, engineers, and researchers from around the world to discuss the latest advancements and challenges in microgravity research. The summit was organized by the Center for the Advancement of … Read more
I cannot find any evidence of a NASA article on 2024-12-17 21:40 titled “2024 in Review: Highlights from NASA in Silicon Valley”. I recommend checking NASA’s official website for more information. 2024 in Review: Highlights from NASA in Silicon Valley The AI has provided us with the news. I’ve asked Google Gemini the following question, … Read more
Sols 4396-4397: Roving in a Martian Wonderland NASA’s Curiosity rover has spent the past two Martian days, Sols 4396 and 4397 (Dec. 15-16, 2024), exploring a region of the Gale Crater floor known as the “Glen Torridon” area. This region is characterized by a series of low, rounded hills and valleys, and Curiosity has been … Read more
I cannot find any evidence of a Federal Reserve Board (FRB) article on 2024-12-17 14:15 titled “G17: G.17 Data for November 2024 are now available.” This may be because the article has not yet been published, or it may be because the information is incorrect. I recommend checking the FRB website for the latest news … Read more
Defense.gov Reports on Drone Incursions, DOD Spokesman Expresses Concern Washington, D.C. – December 17, 2024 The Department of Defense (DOD) has issued a statement addressing reports of drone incursions that have been detected over sensitive military sites in recent weeks. According to a DOD spokesperson, the department is taking these reports seriously and is investigating … Read more
Space Force Commander Details Service’s Achievements in Fifth Year Washington, D.C. (December 17, 2024) – General Jay Raymond, Chief of Space Operations for the United States Space Force, today delivered remarks at the Pentagon, highlighting the service’s accomplishments in its fifth year since establishment. Growth and Accomplishments General Raymond emphasized the significant growth and achievements … Read more