Brazil’s antitrust watchdog approves L’Oreal deal to buy Aesop
SAO PAULO (Reuters) – Brazil’s antitrust regulator Cade on Wednesday recommended the approval of the sale of Natura & Co’s Aesop brand to French cosmetics …
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US approves emergency use of bird flu vaccine to save California condors
By Daniel Trotta (Reuters) – U.S. officials on Tuesday announced the emergency use of a bird flu vaccine to protect the California condor, a critically …
Russia approves sale of Volkswagen plant to domestic dealership
(Reuters) – A Russian government commission has approved the sale of Volkswagen’s main factory in Russia to a domestic car dealership, Trade and Industry Minister …
US State Department approves potential sale of Chinook helicopters to Germany, Pentagon says
By Mike Stone WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of CH-47F Chinook helicopters and related equipment to Germany for …
Chile’s senate approves mining royalty bill, passes to final vote
SANTIAGO (Reuters) -Chile’s senate approved on Wednesday a long-awaited new mining royalty bill, passing it back to the lower chamber for a final vote that …
Georgia Classifies Old Tires As ‘Biomass’, Approves Burning Them For Fuel
Georgia Classifies Old Tires As ‘Biomass’, Approves Burning Them For Fuel John Hugh DeMastri on May 9, 2023 The Georgia Public Service Commission (PSC) recently …
Bolivian senate approves ‘gold law’ aimed at bolstering foreign reserves
LA PAZ (Reuters) – Bolivia’s senate early on Friday morning gave final approval to a so-called “gold law” aimed at strengthening the country’s foreign currency …
Toms River approves $18.5 million in new debt to purchase school land, prep Downtown loop
TOMS RIVER, NJ – At a recent meeting of the Toms River Township Council, the township presented a grim scenario for residents. Sell school land …
California School District Approves Curriculum Accusing Israel Of ‘Ethnic Cleansing,’ ‘War Crimes’
California School District Approves Curriculum Accusing Israel Of ‘Ethnic Cleansing,’ ‘War Crimes’ Kate Anderson on April 29, 2023 The Santa Ana Unified School District approved …
US FDA approves Pfizer’s next-generation pneumococcal vaccine
(Reuters) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Pfizer Inc’s next-generation vaccine to prevent pneumococcal disease in children aged six weeks to …
Toms River council approves $14 million Mo Hill spending bill in 5-2 vote
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Township council has approved a $14 million spending bill proposed by Council President Matt Lotano and Mayor Maurice …
Indiana Legislature Approves Bill To Fund Teacher Firearm Training With Taxpayer Dollars
Indiana Legislature Approves Bill To Fund Teacher Firearm Training With Taxpayer Dollars Reagan Reese on April 19, 2023 The Indiana Senate passed a bill on …
Virginia Approves New History Standards That Include Lessons On Patriotism, Respecting The Flag
Virginia Approves New History Standards That Include Lessons On Patriotism, Respecting The Flag Reagan Reese on April 20, 2023 The Virginia Board of Education approved …
DeSantis Admin Approves Rule Curbing Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation For All K-12 Students
DeSantis Admin Approves Rule Curbing Lessons On Gender Identity, Sexual Orientation For All K-12 Students Reagan Reese on April 19, 2023 The Florida Department of …
Red State Legislature Approves Bill That Would Create The State’s First School Choice Program
Red State Legislature Approves Bill That Would Create The State’s First School Choice Program Reagan Reese on April 13, 2023 The North Dakota House passed …
Kansas Legislature Approves Bill That Would Bar Biological Men From Women’s Bathroom
Kansas Legislature Approves Bill That Would Bar Biological Men From Women’s Bathroom Reagan Reese on April 5, 2023 The Kansas Senate passed a bill on …
Biden Admin Approves Strict California Rules To Cut Diesel Sales In Half By 2035
Biden Admin Approves Strict California Rules To Cut Diesel Sales In Half By 2035 John Hugh DeMastri on March 31, 2023 The Biden administration has …
FDA Approves Over-The-Counter Opioid Antidote As Fentanyl Deaths Surge
FDA Approves Over-The-Counter Opioid Antidote As Fentanyl Deaths Surge Jennie Taer on March 29, 2023 The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Naloxone, an opioid …
EU approves law to end sales of new CO2-emitting cars by 2035
BRUSSELS (Reuters) – European Union countries’ energy ministers gave final approval on Tuesday to a law ending sales of new CO2-emitting cars in the EU …
World Bank approves new Costa Rican loan for natural disasters
SAN JOSE (Reuters) – The World Bank approved a $160 million loan for Costa Rica on Thursday aimed at strengthening its ability to manage risks …
Senate Approves Bucco Bill Honoring New Jersey Military Veteran
The New Jersey Senate approved legislation sponsored by Sen. Anthony M. Bucco that designates a portion of Interstate Highway Route 287 as the Warren E. Wilhide Interchange.
Committee Approves Singer Bill that Would Increase Aid for Adult Day Care Services
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would increase the adult day care Medicaid per diem rate was approved today by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
IMF approves rule change that would allow new Ukraine loan program
By David Lawder WASHINGTON (Reuters) -The International Monetary Fund said its executive board on Friday approved rule changes that would allow the IMF to approve …
Committee Approves Polistina Bill Expanding Insurance Coverage for Hearing Aids & Cochlear Implants
Health insurers may soon be required to cover hearing aids and cochlear implants for individuals under 21 years of age thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Vince Polistina and approved today by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
U.S. State Department approves potential sale of Hellfire missiles to Poland – Pentagon
WASHINGTON, (Reuters) – The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of AGM-114R2 Hellfire missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $150 …
U.S. State Department approves potential sale of tactical vehicles to Romania – Pentagon
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. State Department has approved a possible sale of 95 Heavy Gun Carriers Joint Light Tactical Vehicles (JLTVs) and related equipment …
Biden Approves Massive Oil Project Over Green Fears
Biden Approves Massive Oil Project Over Green Fears John Hugh DeMastri on March 13, 2023 The Biden administration formally approved Willow, an $8 billion oil …
New Jersey approves more offshore wind farms
TOMS RIVER, NJ – As whales are showing up dead in near-record numbers at the Jersey Shore since December, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy continued …
Memphis approves police reforms after beating death of Tyre Nichols
By Daniel Trotta (Reuters) – The Memphis City Council on Tuesday approved a series of police reforms in the wake of the death of Tyre …
U.S. Treasury approves $185.8 million in South Carolina broadband investments
WASHINGTON (Reuters) – The U.S. Treasury Department said on Tuesday it approved $185.8 million in American Rescue Plan funds for broadband infrastructure projects in South …
Committee Approves Testa Bill Increasing Transparency for Homeowners
Individuals who are not licensed real estate agents will be required to notify homeowners of that fact before soliciting for a sale thanks to legislation sponsored by Sen. Michael Testa and approved today by the Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee.
IMF approves over $1.7 billion for Jamaica to protect from inflation, climate change
(Reuters) – The International Monetary Fund (IMF) on Thursday approved over $1.7 billion in funds for Jamaica to help it insure against higher inflation, tighter …
Central American development bank approves $400 million for Argentina anti-hunger plan
TEGUCIGALPA (Reuters) – The Central American Bank for Economic Integration approved $400 million in financing to Argentina for an anti-hunger plan, according to a statement …
US State Department approves potential sale of F-16 munitions to Taiwan- Pentagon
(Reuters) – The U.S. State Department has approved the potential sale of F-16 munitions and related equipment to Taiwan in a deal valued at $619 …
Brazil court approves Americanas payment of wages, some debts
RIO DE JANEIRO (Reuters) – A Brazilian court on Tuesday granted a request by bankrupt retailer Americanas that it be allowed to immediately pay workers’ …
Senate Approves Oroho Bill that Would Protect Individuals with Disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities may soon be able to file a complaint for guardianship six months before a child reaches the age of 18 thanks to bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho and approved today by the New Jersey Senate.
Senate Approves Singer/Testa Resolution Commemorating the 127th Anniversary of the Jewish War Veterans of the US
Legislation sponsored by Sens. Robert Singer and Michael Testa that would commemorate the 127th anniversary of the Jewish War Veterans of the United States was approved today by the New Jersey Senate.
EU approves 10th package of Russia sanctions on anniversary of invasion
By Gabriela Baczynska BRUSSELS (Reuters) -The European Union, after hectic last-minute haggling, has approved a tenth package of Russia sanctions on the anniversaryof Moscow’s invasion …
Los Angeles County Board Approves News Gun Restrictions Following Mass Shootings
“We must do absolutely everything in our power to prevent and put an end to gun violence in our community. Today’s motions do exactly that,” …
DNC Approves New Primary Calendar That Bumps Iowa, New Hampshire
DNC Approves New Primary Calendar That Bumps Iowa, New Hampshire Harold Hutchison on February 4, 2023 The Democratic National Committee (DNC) approved a new calendar …
Senate Approves Bucco Bill that Would Help Economically Disadvantaged College Students
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Tony Bucco that would help economically disadvantaged college students buy groceries through the federal SNAP Program was advanced today by the New Jersey Senate.
Committee Approves Corrado Bill Honoring Deceased Veterans
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Kristin Corrado that would require funeral directors to report possession of unclaimed veteran cremains was advanced today by the Senate Military and Veterans’ Affairs Committee.
World Bank approves $600 million loan to support Philippines’ recovery, financial sector
MANILA (Reuters) – The World Bank said on Tuesday it has approved a $600 million loan to support the Philippines’ economic recovery and efforts to …
EU Approves Use Of ‘Cricket Powder’ In Food, Citing ‘Environmental Pressures’
EU Approves Use Of ‘Cricket Powder’ In Food, Citing ‘Environmental Pressures’ Laurel Duggan on January 27, 2023 The European Union approved cricket powder as a …
Biden Admin Approves The Delivery Of American Tanks To Ukraine
Biden Admin Approves The Delivery Of American Tanks To Ukraine Micaela Burrow on January 25, 2023 The Biden administration approved a delivery of 31 M1 …
Venezuela’s National Assembly approves first reading of bill to regulate NGOs
CARACAS (Reuters) – Venezuela’s National Assembly on Tuesday passed a first reading of a bill to regulate and inspect non-governmental organizations (NGOs) in the South …
IMF approves $105 million to fight food shortages in Haiti
MEXICO CITY (Reuters) -The International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) executive board approved $105 million to help Haiti address severe food insecurity, the institution said on Monday, …
Committee Approves Oroho Bill that Would Protect Individuals with Disabilities
Parents of children with disabilities may soon be able to file a complaint for guardianship six months before a child turns 18 thanks to bipartisan legislation sponsored by Sen. Steven Oroho and approved today by the Senate Health, Human Services and Senior Citizens Committee.
Committee Approves Singer Bill Establishing Minimum Reimbursement Rate for Traumatic Brain Injury Special Care Nursing Facilities
Legislation sponsored by Sen. Robert Singer that would establish a minimum reimbursement rate for brain injury services was advanced by the Senate Health, Human Services, and Senior Citizens Committee.
Thailand approves $100 billion budget for 2024 fiscal year
BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thailand’s cabinet on Tuesday approved a budget of 3.35 trillion baht ($100 billion) for the fiscal year 2024. The new budget is …