H.R. 8012 (ENR) – Jackie Robinson Ballpark National Commemorative Site Act Summary H.R. 8012 is a bill that would establish the Jackie Robinson Ballpark National Commemorative Site in Vero Beach, Florida. The site would commemorate the historic Jackie Robinson Ballpark, where the legendary baseball player broke the color barrier in professional baseball on April 15, … Read more
H.R. 2997 (ENR) – Clifton Opportunities Now for Vibrant Economic Yields Act Article Date: 2024-12-27 06:20 Introduction The Clifton Opportunities Now for Vibrant Economic Yields Act (H.R. 2997) is a proposed bill before the United States Congress that seeks to provide economic support and development opportunities for the Clifton area of Cincinnati, Ohio. Key Provisions … Read more
H.R. 82 (ENR) – Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 Introduced: January 3, 2023 Sponsor: Rep. John Larson (D-CT) Status: Referred to the House Committee on Ways and Means Summary: The Social Security Fairness Act of 2023 is a bill that aims to address certain inequities in the Social Security system and provide additional benefits … Read more
H.R. 4955: Renaming VA Clinic in Monroeville, Pennsylvania to Honor Henry Parham December 27, 2024 Washington, D.C. – A bill has been introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives to rename the community-based outpatient clinic of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in Monroeville, Pennsylvania, as the Henry Parham VA Clinic. Background: The VA clinic … Read more
2024: ‘One of the worst years in history for children in conflict’ 27 December 2024 2024 has been a devastating year for children in conflict, with more than 400,000 children killed or injured in violence, according to a new report by the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF). The report, released on Tuesday, found that the … Read more
‘I saw the blood on the tarmac’: top UN official in Yemen recounts aftermath of Israel airstrike on civilian airport 2024-12-27 12:00 Top Stories Sana’a, Yemen – A top UN official in Yemen has recounted the aftermath of an Israeli airstrike on a civilian airport in the country, saying he saw “blood on the tarmac” … Read more
Health Needs in Syria Worsen Amid Winter Conditions December 27, 2024 Damascus, Syria – As winter conditions intensify in Syria, the health needs of the population are further exacerbating, raising concerns about the well-being and survival of those affected. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the ongoing conflict in Syria has devastated the country’s … Read more
Global Solidarity Key to Future Pandemic Preparedness, Says UN Chief 2024-12-27 12:00 Summary: United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres emphasized the importance of global solidarity and collaboration in preparing for future pandemics. Speaking at a high-level meeting on pandemic preparedness, Guterres called for a “global health architecture” that can quickly respond to and effectively mitigate health … Read more
Gaza: ‘Hunger is everywhere’, babies die from the cold, airstrike on unarmed journalists condemned By: [Insert Name] 2024-12-27 12:00 Gaza City, Gaza Strip – The situation in the Gaza Strip is deteriorating rapidly, with widespread hunger, children dying from the cold, and an airstrike on unarmed journalists that has been widely condemned. According to the … Read more
Haiti’s destiny ‘bright’ despite terrifying escalation of violence Haiti’s future is bright, despite the recent upsurge in violence. December 27, 2024 PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti Despite the recent upsurge in violence, Haiti’s future is bright, according to the country’s Prime Minister, Ariel Henry. “We must not let the gangs and criminals destroy our country,” Henry said in … Read more