H.R. 10398: Safe Shelters Act of 2024 January 18, 2025 Introduction H.R. 10398, known as the Safe Shelters Act of 2024, is a proposed piece of legislation introduced in the United States House of Representatives on 2025-01-18. The bill aims to address the need for more accessible and safe shelter options for individuals experiencing homelessness … Read more
H.R. 10404: Providing Distance Education for Foreign Institutions Act Introduction: On January 18, 2025, Congress introduced H.R. 10404, titled “Providing Distance Education for Foreign Institutions Act.” This bill aims to facilitate distance education opportunities for foreign institutions in the United States. Background: Distance education has become increasingly important as technology has advanced. Foreign institutions often … Read more
H.R. 10407: SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act of 2024 Summary The SBIR/STTR Reauthorization Act of 2024 (H.R. 10407) is a bill that reauthorizes and amends the Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) and Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) programs through fiscal year 2033. The bill aims to strengthen the programs, support small business innovation, and promote economic growth. … Read more
H.R. 10408: Securing Every Vector, Enhancing Networks Act Introduction: On January 18, 2025, Congress introduced H.R. 10408, known as the “Securing Every Vector, Enhancing Networks Act.” This bipartisan legislation aims to strengthen the nation’s cybersecurity infrastructure and enhance its resilience against evolving threats. Background: The United States has faced a growing number of sophisticated cyberattacks … Read more
‘Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future’, says UN chief Guterres Beirut, 18 January 2025 – United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres said on Wednesday that Lebanon is “on the cusp of a more hopeful future” as the country prepares for parliamentary elections next month. Speaking at a press conference in Beirut, Guterres … Read more
Will Those Responsible for Atrocities in Syria Finally Face Justice? January 18, 2025 As the Syrian conflict enters its fourteenth year, the long-awaited pursuit of justice for the countless atrocities committed during the war takes a crucial turn. After years of political deadlock and international inaction, a groundbreaking breakthrough has been made in the efforts … Read more
Dignity for Migrants Should Be Our Guiding Light, Insists ‘Cabrini’ Film Star January 18, 2025 In an exclusive interview, Maria Bello, the star of the upcoming film “Cabrini,” passionately voiced her belief that the dignity of migrants should be the guiding principle in all conversations and policies related to migration. “It’s time we stop treating … Read more
‘Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future’, says UN chief Guterres 18 January 2025 United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has said that Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future, as the country continues to make progress towards stability and recovery. Speaking at a press conference in Beirut, Guterres said … Read more
Dignity for Migrants Should Be Our Guiding Light, Insists ‘Cabrini’ Film Star January 18, 2025 The heart-wrenching portrayal of Mother Cabrini’s tireless efforts to aid migrants in the film “Cabrini” has left a powerful impact on its star, Andrea Riseborough. In an exclusive interview on the heels of the film’s premiere, Riseborough expressed her profound … Read more
‘Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future’, says UN chief Guterres January 18, 2025 Lebanon is on the cusp of a more hopeful future, UN Secretary-General António Guterres said on Wednesday, but warned that the country’s recovery from years of crisis will require sustained international support and commitment from all Lebanese stakeholders. … Read more