Coronavirus Pandemic – IVY LEAGUE OUTLINES INTERCOLLEGIATE ATHLETICS PLANS; NO COMPETITION IN FALL SEMESTER
Princeton Strong news – Princeton, NJ: The Ivy League reports Amidst continuing health and safety concerns due to the global COVID-19 pandemic, the Ivy League Council of Presidents has set in place plans for intercollegiate athletics activity in the upcoming fall ; With the safety and well-being of students as their…
9/11 Memorial Reopens July 4th Independence Day during COVID-19 Pandemic
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: Office of the Mayor of NYC reports American flags are placed on the 9/11 Memorial during the reopening in Manhattan, NY. Saturday, July 04, 2020. Credit: Ed Reed/Mayoral Photography Office.
Salute to America – Blue Angels over Mt Rushmore
US Strong news Blue Angels F-18 Hornets fly over Mount Rushmore during a Salute to America celebration hosted by the state of South Dakota July 3, 2020. The Blue Angels, based out of Naval Air Station Pensacola, Fla., were part of the DoD’s participation that also included aerial flyovers by…
Salute to America – Forces Fly on the 4th Over NY
NEW YORK, NEW YORK - A B-1Lancer flies in formation with four F-35 Lightning II fighters over Manhattan as part of the "Salute to America" on July 4th, 2020. The Salute to America is part of a 4th of July demonstration of our military capability, with a combined force of…
Coronavirus Pandemic – NYC Expands COVID-19 Disease Antibody Testing for New Yorkers, Restaurant Indoor Seating Ban Continues
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: Office of the Mayor reports Bioreference appointments can be made here or by calling 1-888-279-0967 NEW YORK—As the City continues to expand antibody testing for New Yorkers, Mayor Bill de Blasio today announced that free antibody testing is now available at NYC Health…
In the Face of an Economic Crisis, Mayor de Blasio Announces a $1 billion cut to the NYPD
New York City Strong news - New York, NY: Office of the Mayor of NYC reports In the Face of an Economic Crisis, Mayor de Blasio Announces Budget that Prioritizes Safety, Police Reform, Youth Services, and Communities of Color. Agreement includes a $1 billion cut to the NYPD while maintaining…
United States Selective Service Requires All Males Living in the USA to Register at Age 18
The US Selective Service System reports: Due to the COVID-19 outbreak, the SSS has been placed in telework status. The call center is available with delays. There will also be delays processing mail. Online Registration and Verification are available 24/7. Almost all male US citizens and male immigrants, who are…
Coronavirus Pandemic – CDC Advises Lowest Risk Academic Behavior is Virtual-only Learning
US STRONG news – Atlanta, GA: The Center for Disease Control reports The more an individual interacts with others, and the longer that interaction, the higher the risk of COVID-19 spread. The risk of COVID-19 spread increases in IHE non-residential and residential (, on-campus housing) settings as follows: Lowest Risk: Faculty…
General Barr Visits with Boston and New York City Police Departments
US Strong news – US DOJ reports Readout of Attorney General William P. Barr’s Visit On Thursday, June 18, and Friday, June 19, Attorney General William P. Barr traveled to Boston and New York City to visit with leadership and members of each city’s police ; In Boston, the Attorney…
General William P. Barr on the Nomination of Jay Clayton to Serve as U.S. Attorney for the Southern District of New York, Geoffrey Berman stepping down
New York City Strong news - US DOJ reports Attorney General William P. Barr has released the following statement: “I am pleased to announce that President Trump intends to nominate Jay Clayton, currently the Chairman of the Securities and Exchange Commission, to serve as the next United States Attorney for…