Toms River Council Approves Township Budget
On June 30th, Mayor Rodrick and the Toms River Township Council presented a budget for 2025 that has a 9% reduction in overall spending while maintaining a zero percent tax increase. The…
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 Carolina expected to connect about 31,650 homes…
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…
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 fiscal conditions, possible COVID outbreaks and climate…
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 by the development bank Thursday. (Reporting by…
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 million, the Pentagon said on Wednesday. The…
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’ wages and settle small supplier debts, for…
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.…
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 of Ukraine, the Swedish EU presidency said…
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,” Democratic Supervisor Lindsey Horvath said. “I’m proud…
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 for the 2024 presidential primaries Saturday that…
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 make its financial sector more resilient. The…
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 novel food to be added to bread,…
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 Abrams main battle tanks for Ukraine Wednesday,…
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 American country, which has caused uproar among…
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, as the Caribbean country faces widespread shortages…
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…
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 5.18% bigger than the previous year, government…
Chile mining royalty bill progresses after committee approves
SANTIAGO (Reuters) – A Chilean congressional committee approved on Wednesday a controversial mining royalty bill, putting it a step closer to final approval as part of the government’s sweeping tax reform. The…
Australia approves extradition request for former U.S. Marines pilot over China military training
SYDNEY (Reuters) -Australia has approved a request to extradite former U.S. Marine Corps pilot Daniel Duggan to the United States where he faces charges of money laundering and breaking U.S. arms control…
U.S. FDA approves TG Therapeutics’ multiple sclerosis drug; shares surge
By Sriparna Roy and Khushi Mandowara (Reuters) – TG Therapeutics Inc said on Wednesday that the U.S. health regulator had approved its monoclonal antibody for treating patients with relapsing forms of multiple…
Board of Russia’s AvtoVAZ approves $585 million in 2023 investment programme – RIA agency
(Reuters) – The board of directors of Russian top carmaker AvtoVAZ approved the firm’s 2023 investment programme for just under 40 billion roubles ($585 million), Russia’s state news agency RIA reported late…
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