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  • MIL-OSI Europe: Answer to a written question – Access to school canteens in Sicily and the use of ESF+ and NRRP funds – E-001981/2025(ASW)

    Source: European Parliament

    The Commission acknowledges the situation regarding school canteens in Sicily and is working closely with Italy to ensure the effective implementation of the National Recovery and Resilience Plan[1]. Investment 1.2[2] supports the construction or renovation of canteen spaces for at least 1 000 structures[3].

    This would allow schools to extend school time, increase the educational offer and keep schools open beyond school hours. The Commission will assess its implementation via the target for ‘Structures to host students beyond school time’[4], whose completion is expected by Q2 2026.

    The European Social Fund + (ESF+) regional programme (RP) in Sicily contributes to combat education poverty and improve access to essential services.

    Under its specific objective 4.5[5], the RP launched in 2023 the call ‘Open schools for the territory’[6], making available EUR 27 million[7] to enhance training provision, supporting students at risk of failure and dropout, and promoting schools as cultural hubs. The call also supports access to school canteens, covering the costs of meals for students participating to afternoon activities.

    The ESF+ contributes to the implementation of the Child Guarantee through targeted actions and structural reforms to tackle child poverty.

    To this end, Italy has earmarked EUR 1.1 billion of ESF+ resources, with roughly EUR 25 million[8] to be invested in Sicily. The Commission regularly monitors these funds to ensure goals are met.

    Member States have developed national plans for the Child Guarantee, also overseen by the Commission. Through these efforts, the ESF+ strives to break the cycle of poverty and provide every child with equal opportunities, a crucial aspect for the effective implementation of the Child Guarantee, particularly in regions like Sicily.

    • [1] https://commission.europa.eu/business-economy-euro/economic-recovery/recovery-and-resilience-facility/country-pages/italys-recovery-and-resilience-plan_en.
    • [2] Plan for the extension of full-time under Mission 4, Component 1.
    • [3] The Council Implementing Decision (CID) does not envisage a specific distribution of such structures across Italian regions. It is therefore within the Member State’s remit to decide the allocation of such structures over the national territory.
    • [4] M4C1-21, part of the 10th payment request: ‘At least 1 000 structures are built or upgraded to facilitate the extension of school time and the opening of schools to the territory beyond school hours’.
    • [5] ESO 4.5 ‘Improving the quality, inclusiveness, effectiveness and labour market relevance of education and training systems, including through the validation of non-formal and informal learning, to support the acquisition of key competences, including entrepreneurial and digital skills, and promoting the introduction of dual training systems and apprenticeships (ESF+)’.
    • [6] Avviso 10/2023: https://www.sicilia-fse.it/avvisi-e-bandi/pr-fse-2021-2027/avviso-10-2023.
    • [7] EUR 9 million annually for three consecutive school years 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26.
    • [8] On top of this specific allocation for Sicily, the ESF+ national programmes ‘Social inclusion’ and ‘School and skills’ also contribute to the Child Guarantee across Italy, including in Sicily.

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Las Vegas Jury Convicts Woman for Threats Against Two Federal Judges and Her Probation Officer; San Diego Trial Team Prosecuted the Case in the District of Nevada

    Source: US FBI

    LAS VEGAS – A federal jury has convicted Latonia Smith of cyberstalking and threatening two district court judges and a probation officer, all of whom were involved in her previous federal conviction for death threats she made against lawyers in yet another case.

    In the current case, after a six-day trial and less than one day of deliberation, a jury found that Smith threatened U.S. District Judge Richard Franklin Boulware, who presided over Smith’s 2021 trial and sentenced her to 36 months in prison for that offense. The jury also found that Smith targeted U.S. District Judge Jennifer A. Dorsey, who presided over the defendant’s supervised release, and Shawn Mummey, her probation officer.

    At the time of the grand jury’s indictment in the current matter, Smith was on supervised release from that previous federal 2021 conviction. In that case, Smith targeted corporate lawyers involved in defending the 2017 firing of her mother from her job as a guest room attendant at the Planet Hollywood Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas after she allegedly took a small amount of money from a guest’s room.

    “All of these victims felt threatened and emotionally distressed. They then took steps to protect themselves and their families,” said U.S. Attorney Adam Gordon for the Southern District of California. “Threats directed at members of the judiciary are not only criminal acts, but direct attacks on the rule of law. Intimidation of judges and court personnel erodes public trust and threatens the fair administration of justice for all.”

    “The FBI takes threats of violence very seriously and works diligently to protect the communities we serve,” said Rafik Mattar, Acting Special Agent in Charge of the FBI in Las Vegas, “We will not tolerate threats of violence to any member of our community, particularly those dedicated to safeguarding our democratic process. The defendant’s actions were dangerous and unacceptable. We will continue to work with our law enforcement partners to disrupt and investigate those who engage in violent rhetoric—ensuring accountability for anyone who threatens to harass, intimidate, or harm others.”

    When Smith was released from federal prison in the first case against her, she was sent to Washoe County jail to face allegations related to an October 31, 2019, armed home-invasion in Reno she allegedly committed against another lawyer involved in the Planet Hollywood case.

    Smith was granted bail in early June 2022. Upon her return to Las Vegas, Smith immediately began searching Google for information about Judge Boulware along with his wife, Las Vegas City Councilwoman Nancy Brune, and their family. At the same time, she googled “judges should die.”

    Over the next several weeks, the defendant became increasingly frustrated with judges and anyone involved with her prior federal case. On June 23, 2022, the defendant emailed her probation officer and explained, “Some good advice: Life is short, society should be careful who they piss off.” Below the warning, the defendant sent a link to a YouTube video showing a six-minute compilation of cell phone videos from the October 1 mass shooting at the Mandalay Bay Hotel.

    Over the next few days, Smith sent a series of emails. Some threatened a mass casualty event: “LET THE SHOW BEGIN. NEVADA IS GOING TO LOVE THIS!!!!”  Some were designed to let victims know their loved ones were in jeopardy: “LETS KEEP [YOUR KIDS] IN FOCUS”.

    Throughout many of the emails, the defendant made it clear that she had deeply researched the recipients of her threats, accurately identifying where they could be found, either during hobby activities, or in their actual homes. For example, to Judge Jennifer Dorsey the defendant wrote: “Tell Jennifer, Henderson is nice I see why she chose that area. Lots of shops nearby. Smart.” At trial, Judge Dorsey testified that the defendant’s identification of her personal residence inspired her to immediately sell her home and move.

    The victims of Smith’s threats testified at trial they were frightened and believed Smith was capable of violently acting on her threats as she had allegedly done in the pending case regarding the armed home invasion targeting the lawyer in Reno.

    U.S. District Judge Gloria Navarro reported Smith’s threats to U.S. Marshals, who protect the federal judiciary. Judge Navarro testified at the trial, telling the jury that she recognized the danger posed by the defendant and immediately took action.  “I emailed the chief of probation; anybody I could get a hold of to prevent a tragedy…I didn’t want to die. I didn’t want my family to die.  I didn’t want my coworkers to die.” The Marshals then contacted the FBI.

    After two special agents from the FBI interviewed the Smith on June 27, 2022, she was immediately taken into custody, where she has remained. During the interview, when asked what she was thinking about when she was researching mass shooters, Smith responded: “I think what they were thinking.”

    The investigation found that Smith, who has a biochemistry degree from the University of Nevada Las Vegas, Googled phrases like “judges die,” “how to become a bomb maker,” “how to be a mass shooter,” “buying a gun,” and “ar 15 for sale.” She also watched the compilation of videos from the October 1 mass shooting 13 times over a three-week period.  At the same time, the defendant repeatedly searched the names of her targets, some of their children, and some of their home addresses. The jury deliberated for less than a day before returning a guilty verdict on three counts of cyberstalking for the emails sent to Judges Dorsey and Boulware, along with her probation officer. The jury acquitted the defendant on the other two counts of cyberstalking.

    The defendant will remain in custody pending sentencing, on a date yet to be determined.

    The trial took place in the federal courthouse in Las Vegas. The presiding judge was Senior District Court Judge Michael W. Mosman, from the District of Oregon. Judge Mosman was appointed to preside over the case by special designation of the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals.

    Smith’s prosecution was initiated by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada, out of their office in Reno.  In March 2024, the Department of Justice recused the entire U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada and had the prosecution reassigned.

    This case is being prosecuted by Assistant U.S. Attorneys Andrew Haden and Francisco Nagel for the Southern District of California, both of whom were named Special Assistant U.S. Attorneys in Las Vegas after the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Nevada was recused.

    DEFENDANT                                                Case Number 22CR051-MWM                              

    Latonia Dyshawna Smith                               Age: 31                       Las Vegas, NV

    SUMMARY OF CHARGES

    Three Counts of Cyberstalking – Title 18, U.S.C., Sections 2261A

    Maximum penalty: Five years in prison, as to each count of conviction

    INVESTIGATING AGENCIES

    Federal Bureau of Investigation

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  • MIL-OSI Security: U.S. Marshals Arrest Homicide Suspect

    Source: US Marshals Service

    Albuquerque, NM – The U.S. Marshals Service Southwest Investigative Fugitive Team on June 26 arrested near Coal Avenue SE and University Boulevard SE here a New Mexico man wanted for two felony warrants.

    Jonathan Torres, 38, was wanted for a New Mexico state felony warrant out of Metropolitan Court, charging him with murder, kidnapping, three counts of aggravated assault against a household member, aggravated assault, felon in possession of a firearm, and battery against a household member. 

    Additionally, Torres was wanted for a federal probation violation warrant, following a 2024 federal conviction for being a felon in possession of a firearm.

    “The United States Marshals Service is dedicated to joining forces with our law enforcement partners to reduce violent crime,” said U.S. Marshal for the District of New Mexico David O. Barnett, Jr. “We are committed to working together to improve the lives of our New Mexico communities.”

    Following his arrest, Torres was booked into the Bernalillo County Metropolitan Detention Center, with a federal detainer attached.

    This arrest was the result of efforts by multiple local, state and federal law enforcement agencies, including the Albuquerque Police Department, the Bernalillo County Sheriff’s Office, the New Mexico State Police, the New Mexico Department of Corrections-Probation and Parole and the U.S. Marshals Service.

    Anyone with information on wanted fugitives is urged to contact the nearest U.S. Marshals office, the U.S. Marshals Service Communications Center at 1-800-336-0102 or submit information via the USMS Tips App.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Murphy Joins Bill to Protect Striking Workers’ Health Care

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Connecticut – Chris Murphy

    June 27, 2025

    WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) joined the Striking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) to protect workers’ health care benefits and prevent retaliatory employers from using their power to cancel or alter health insurance for workers exercising their right to strike.
    “Cutting off health insurance is not some negotiating tactic for companies to bully striking workers into accepting a bad deal. It’s retaliation. I’m proud to stand with workers and support a bill that would make sure their health and their families’ health are never put at risk when fighting for better pay and working conditions,” said Murphy.
    The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) established the right to strike as a protected activity, and employees cannot be fired for exercising that right. However, employers can, and often do, threaten to cut workers’ health care as a tactic to end strikes and intimidate workers. In many cases, this forces workers to decide whether they should exercise their right to strike or accept poor wages or working conditions in order to protect their health care for themselves and their families. 
    This legislation would create a separate unfair labor practice category for when employers cut or alter workers’ health insurance while they are on strike or locked out, and violators would be subject to increasing levels of civil penalties. Creating a new unfair labor practice would allow workers to bring cases with the NLRB when employers cancel or change their health coverage while they are on strike.
    In addition to Murphy, Gallego, and Baldwin, the bill is co-sponsored by U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.).
    The legislation is supported by the AFL-CIO, United Steelworkers (USW), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Teamsters, United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW), International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), United Automobile, Aerospace & Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), Communications Workers of America (CWA), United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), International Association of Iron Workers (IW), American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA), Transport Workers Union (TWU), Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, National Education Association (NEA) International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers (SMART), Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers (BCTGM), and NewsGuild-CWA.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Murphy Joins Bill to Protect Striking Workers’ Health Care

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Connecticut – Chris Murphy

    June 27, 2025

    WASHINGTON—U.S. Senators Chris Murphy (D-Conn.) joined the Striking and Locked Out Workers Healthcare Protection Act, legislation introduced by U.S. Senators Ruben Gallego (D-Ariz.) and Tammy Baldwin (D-Wis.) to protect workers’ health care benefits and prevent retaliatory employers from using their power to cancel or alter health insurance for workers exercising their right to strike.
    “Cutting off health insurance is not some negotiating tactic for companies to bully striking workers into accepting a bad deal. It’s retaliation. I’m proud to stand with workers and support a bill that would make sure their health and their families’ health are never put at risk when fighting for better pay and working conditions,” said Murphy.
    The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) established the right to strike as a protected activity, and employees cannot be fired for exercising that right. However, employers can, and often do, threaten to cut workers’ health care as a tactic to end strikes and intimidate workers. In many cases, this forces workers to decide whether they should exercise their right to strike or accept poor wages or working conditions in order to protect their health care for themselves and their families. 
    This legislation would create a separate unfair labor practice category for when employers cut or alter workers’ health insurance while they are on strike or locked out, and violators would be subject to increasing levels of civil penalties. Creating a new unfair labor practice would allow workers to bring cases with the NLRB when employers cancel or change their health coverage while they are on strike.
    In addition to Murphy, Gallego, and Baldwin, the bill is co-sponsored by U.S. Senators Richard Blumenthal (D-Conn.), Alex Padilla (D-Calif.), John Fetterman (D-Pa.), Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), Tina Smith (D-Minn.), Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.), Sheldon Whitehouse (D-R.I.), Ed Markey (D-Mass.) and Chris Van Hollen (D-Md.).
    The legislation is supported by the AFL-CIO, United Steelworkers (USW), American Federation of Teachers (AFT), Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Teamsters, United Food and Commercial Workers International Union (UFCW), International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM), United Automobile, Aerospace & Agricultural Implement Workers of America (UAW), Communications Workers of America (CWA), United Mine Workers of America (UMWA), International Association of Iron Workers (IW), American Guild of Variety Artists (AGVA), Transport Workers Union (TWU), Association of Flight Attendants-CWA, National Education Association (NEA) International Association of Sheet Metal, Air, Rail, and Transportation Workers (SMART), Bakery, Confectionary, Tobacco Workers and Grain Millers (BCTGM), and NewsGuild-CWA.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NASA Announces Winners of 2025 Human Lander Challenge

    Source: NASA

    NASA’s Human Lander Challenge marked its second year on June 26, awarding $18,000 in prize money to three university teams for their solutions for long-duration cryogenic, or super chilled, liquid storage and transfer systems for spaceflight.
    Building on the crewed Artemis II flight test, NASA’s Artemis III mission will send astronauts to explore the lunar South Pole region with a human landing system and advanced spacesuits, preparing humanity to ultimately go to Mars. In-space propulsion systems that use cryogenic liquids as propellants must stay extremely cold to remain in a liquid state and are critical to mission success. The Artemis mission architecture will need these systems to function for several weeks or even months.

    NASA announced Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott as the overall winner and recipient of the $10,000 top prize award. Old Dominion University won second place and a $5,000 award, followed by Massachusetts Institute of Technology in third place and a $3,000 award.
    Before the winners were announced, 12 finalist teams selected in April gave their presentations to a panel of NASA and industry judges as part of the final competition in Huntsville. As part of the 2025 Human Lander Challenge, university teams developed systems-level solutions that could be used within the next 3-5 years for Artemis.

    “Today’s Golden Age of Innovation and Exploration students are tomorrow’s mission designers, systems engineers, and explorers,” said Juan Valenzuela, main propulsion systems and cryogenic fluid management subsystems lead for NASA’s Human Landing System Program at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. “The Human Lander Challenge concepts at this year’s forum demonstrate the ingenuity, passion, and determination NASA and industry need to help solve long-duration cryogenic storage challenges to advance human exploration to deep space.”
    The challenge is sponsored by the agency’s Human Landing System Program within the Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate and managed by the National Institute of Aerospace.
    Through the Artemis campaign, NASA will send astronauts to explore the Moon for scientific discovery, economic benefits, and to build the foundation for the first crewed missions to Mars – for the benefit of all.
    For more information about Artemis missions, visit:
    https://www.nasa.gov/artemis

    Corinne Beckinger Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala. 256.544.0034  corinne.m.beckinger@nasa.gov 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: NASA Announces Winners of 2025 Human Lander Challenge

    Source: NASA

    NASA’s Human Lander Challenge marked its second year on June 26, awarding $18,000 in prize money to three university teams for their solutions for long-duration cryogenic, or super chilled, liquid storage and transfer systems for spaceflight.
    Building on the crewed Artemis II flight test, NASA’s Artemis III mission will send astronauts to explore the lunar South Pole region with a human landing system and advanced spacesuits, preparing humanity to ultimately go to Mars. In-space propulsion systems that use cryogenic liquids as propellants must stay extremely cold to remain in a liquid state and are critical to mission success. The Artemis mission architecture will need these systems to function for several weeks or even months.

    NASA announced Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University, Prescott as the overall winner and recipient of the $10,000 top prize award. Old Dominion University won second place and a $5,000 award, followed by Massachusetts Institute of Technology in third place and a $3,000 award.
    Before the winners were announced, 12 finalist teams selected in April gave their presentations to a panel of NASA and industry judges as part of the final competition in Huntsville. As part of the 2025 Human Lander Challenge, university teams developed systems-level solutions that could be used within the next 3-5 years for Artemis.

    “Today’s Golden Age of Innovation and Exploration students are tomorrow’s mission designers, systems engineers, and explorers,” said Juan Valenzuela, main propulsion systems and cryogenic fluid management subsystems lead for NASA’s Human Landing System Program at NASA’s Marshall Space Flight Center in Huntsville, Alabama. “The Human Lander Challenge concepts at this year’s forum demonstrate the ingenuity, passion, and determination NASA and industry need to help solve long-duration cryogenic storage challenges to advance human exploration to deep space.”
    The challenge is sponsored by the agency’s Human Landing System Program within the Exploration Systems Development Mission Directorate and managed by the National Institute of Aerospace.
    Through the Artemis campaign, NASA will send astronauts to explore the Moon for scientific discovery, economic benefits, and to build the foundation for the first crewed missions to Mars – for the benefit of all.
    For more information about Artemis missions, visit:
    https://www.nasa.gov/artemis

    Corinne Beckinger Marshall Space Flight Center, Huntsville, Ala. 256.544.0034  corinne.m.beckinger@nasa.gov 

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Sophia Roberts: Showcasing the Cosmos

    Source: NASA

    Astrophysics Science Video Producer – Goddard Space Flight Center
    Growing up in Detroit with a camera in her hand, Sophia Roberts — now an award-winning astrophysics science video producer—never imagined that one day her path would wind through clean rooms, vacuum chambers, and even a beryllium mine. But framing the final frontier sometimes requires traveling through some of Earth’s less-explored corners.

    Sophia received her first camera from her father, a photography enthusiast, when she was just five or six years old. “I’ve basically been snapping away ever since!” she says. 
    With a natural curiosity and enthusiasm for science, Sophia pursued a degree in biology at Oberlin College in Ohio. There, she discovered that she could blend her two passions.
    “I often lingered in lab sessions, not to finish an experiment but to photograph it,” Sophia says. “I had an epiphany at the beginning of class one day, which always opened with clips from BBC nature documentaries. I decided right then that I would be one of the people who make those videos one day.”

    She initially thought that meant wildlife filmmaking—perched in a blind on a mountainside, waiting hours for an animal to appear. That dream led her to Montana State University, where she learned to blend scientific rigor with visual storytelling through their science and natural history filmmaking master’s program.
    While completing her degree, Sophia worked as a traveling presenter for the Montana Space Grant Consortium. “I was mainly giving presentations about NASA missions and showing kids beautiful images of space,” she says. “That was my first true introduction to NASA. I loved being able to watch the children’s eyes light up when they saw what’s out there in space.”
    Sophia then completed an internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History while completing her thesis. Once she graduated, she landed a year-long fellowship at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, as an Earth science news fellow. In this role, she focused on packaging up stories through satellite imagery and explanations. 

    She leaned into her videography skills in her next role, as part of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope team. 
    “Webb is one of my great loves in life,” she says. “I learned to negotiate with engineers for the perfect shot, navigate NASA’s protocols, and work with mission partners. I only spent five years on Webb, but it feels like it was half my life. Still—it was everything.”
    That mission took her to some unforgettable places, like a mine in Delta, Utah, where raw material for Webb’s mirrors was unearthed. “It was this giant, spiral pit where they were mining beryllium at just 0.02% concentration,” Sophia says. The process was as otherworldly as the location.

    She also documented thermal vacuum testing at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston in a giant pill-shaped chamber with a 40-foot round door. “I had to take confined space training to crawl around in the area underneath the chamber,” she says. “It felt like spelunking.”
    Once Webb launched, Sophia pivoted to covering many of NASA’s smaller astrophysics missions along with the upcoming Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. These days, she can often be found gowned up in a “bunny suit” in the largest clean room at Goddard to document space telescope assembly, or in a studio recording science explanations. 

    “I love capturing the visual stories and helping fill in the gaps to help people understand NASA research,” Sophia says. “I try to focus on the things that will get people excited about the science so they’ll stop scrolling to find out more.”
    For Sophia, the process is often as exhilarating as the result. “I love venturing out to remote places where science is being done,” she says. “I’d love to film a balloon launch in Antarctica someday!”

    To others who dream of pursuing a similar career, Sophia recommends diving in headfirst. “With cameras readily available and free online platforms, it’s never been easier to get into the media,” she says. “You just have to be careful to research your topic and sources, making sure you really know what you’re sharing and understand that science is always evolving as we learn more.” And Sophia emphasizes how important storytelling is for conveying information, especially when it’s as complex as astrophysics. “Studying science is wonderful, but I also think helping people visualize it is magical.” 
    By Ashley BalzerNASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Sophia Roberts: Showcasing the Cosmos

    Source: NASA

    Astrophysics Science Video Producer – Goddard Space Flight Center
    Growing up in Detroit with a camera in her hand, Sophia Roberts — now an award-winning astrophysics science video producer—never imagined that one day her path would wind through clean rooms, vacuum chambers, and even a beryllium mine. But framing the final frontier sometimes requires traveling through some of Earth’s less-explored corners.

    Sophia received her first camera from her father, a photography enthusiast, when she was just five or six years old. “I’ve basically been snapping away ever since!” she says. 
    With a natural curiosity and enthusiasm for science, Sophia pursued a degree in biology at Oberlin College in Ohio. There, she discovered that she could blend her two passions.
    “I often lingered in lab sessions, not to finish an experiment but to photograph it,” Sophia says. “I had an epiphany at the beginning of class one day, which always opened with clips from BBC nature documentaries. I decided right then that I would be one of the people who make those videos one day.”

    She initially thought that meant wildlife filmmaking—perched in a blind on a mountainside, waiting hours for an animal to appear. That dream led her to Montana State University, where she learned to blend scientific rigor with visual storytelling through their science and natural history filmmaking master’s program.
    While completing her degree, Sophia worked as a traveling presenter for the Montana Space Grant Consortium. “I was mainly giving presentations about NASA missions and showing kids beautiful images of space,” she says. “That was my first true introduction to NASA. I loved being able to watch the children’s eyes light up when they saw what’s out there in space.”
    Sophia then completed an internship at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of Natural History while completing her thesis. Once she graduated, she landed a year-long fellowship at NASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland, as an Earth science news fellow. In this role, she focused on packaging up stories through satellite imagery and explanations. 

    She leaned into her videography skills in her next role, as part of NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope team. 
    “Webb is one of my great loves in life,” she says. “I learned to negotiate with engineers for the perfect shot, navigate NASA’s protocols, and work with mission partners. I only spent five years on Webb, but it feels like it was half my life. Still—it was everything.”
    That mission took her to some unforgettable places, like a mine in Delta, Utah, where raw material for Webb’s mirrors was unearthed. “It was this giant, spiral pit where they were mining beryllium at just 0.02% concentration,” Sophia says. The process was as otherworldly as the location.

    She also documented thermal vacuum testing at NASA’s Johnson Space Center in Houston in a giant pill-shaped chamber with a 40-foot round door. “I had to take confined space training to crawl around in the area underneath the chamber,” she says. “It felt like spelunking.”
    Once Webb launched, Sophia pivoted to covering many of NASA’s smaller astrophysics missions along with the upcoming Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope. These days, she can often be found gowned up in a “bunny suit” in the largest clean room at Goddard to document space telescope assembly, or in a studio recording science explanations. 

    “I love capturing the visual stories and helping fill in the gaps to help people understand NASA research,” Sophia says. “I try to focus on the things that will get people excited about the science so they’ll stop scrolling to find out more.”
    For Sophia, the process is often as exhilarating as the result. “I love venturing out to remote places where science is being done,” she says. “I’d love to film a balloon launch in Antarctica someday!”

    To others who dream of pursuing a similar career, Sophia recommends diving in headfirst. “With cameras readily available and free online platforms, it’s never been easier to get into the media,” she says. “You just have to be careful to research your topic and sources, making sure you really know what you’re sharing and understand that science is always evolving as we learn more.” And Sophia emphasizes how important storytelling is for conveying information, especially when it’s as complex as astrophysics. “Studying science is wonderful, but I also think helping people visualize it is magical.” 
    By Ashley BalzerNASA’s Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Md.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Durbin Statement On Supreme Court Decision Allowing For LGBTQ+ Discrimination In Public Schools

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Illinois Dick Durbin

    June 27, 2025

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senate Democratic Whip Dick Durbin (D-IL), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Committee, issued the following statement after the Supreme Court ruled 6-3 against freedom of speech, public education, and LGBTQ+ rights in Mahmoud v. Taylor:

    “This is a loss for public education, freedom of speech, and LGBTQ+ rights.

    “LGBTQ+ stories matter. Kids deserve to see themselves in the books they read. Tragically, the same zealots who try to ban books from libraries are now trying to limit what kids can learn, read, and hear from teachers in their classrooms.

    “We must put love and acceptance over hate and division. As Pride Month comes to a close, it’s clear we still have a fight ahead of us.”

    -30-

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  • MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Proposed closure of Kinlochewe Primary School

    Source: Scotland – Highland Council

    On 26 June, The Highland Council took the decision to permanently close Kinlochewe Primary School.

    All school closures in Scotland must be ratified by Scottish Ministers.  The Council has notified Scottish Ministers of its decision. They have an 8-week period from the date of the Council’s decision to decide if they will intervene by issuing a call-in notice. Within the first 3 weeks of that 8-week period, they will take account of any relevant representations made to them by any person on whether the decision should be called in, or not called in, for review by a School Closure Review Panel. 

    Anyone wishing to make a representation to the Scottish Ministers is asked to email schoolclosure@gov.scot or write to the School Infrastructure Unit, Scottish Government, 2-D (S) Victoria Quay, Edinburgh EH6 6QQ, by midnight on Wednesday 16 July 2025 at the latest.

    Full details of the reasons for the recommendation are contained within the Final Report and associated papers, which can be accessed on the Council’s website.

    27 Jun 2025

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  • MIL-OSI Security: Maryland Man Convicted of Two Convenience Store Robberies and Money Laundering

    Source: US FBI

    A man who was previously convicted of robbing the Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust on Council Street in Cedar Rapids on January 3, 2024, pled guilty to additional charges today in federal court in Cedar Rapids.

    Andrew Philip Derr, age 22, from Fredrick, Maryland, was convicted of Two Convenience Store Robberies and Money Laundering.

    In a plea agreement, Derr admitted that after being discharged from the military for misconduct in 2023, he moved to Iowa City and conducted a series of robberies in the Cedar Rapids, Iowa, area.  Derr admitted that on December 27, 2023, he robbed the Casey’s General Store in Robins, Iowa, and obtained over $7,000 in cash. Derr admitted that on January 1, 2024, he robbed the Kum & Go store on Four Oaks Drive in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  Derr was previously convicted and sentenced for robbing the Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust branch on Council Street in Cedar Rapids on January 3, 2024, in which he obtained over $16,000 in cash.  Derr admitted that after each robbery he laundered the stolen funds by making multiple deposits into his Maryland Bank account to disguise the nature, source of ownership of the funds.  Ultimately on January 3, 2024, Derr flew to Maryland, and subsequently made two deposits of robbery proceeds totaling more than $4,800.  When the United States Marshals Service tried to arrest Derr at his Iowa City, Iowa, apartment, they found a note stating, “Catch me if you can.” On January 12, 2024, Derr turned himself into Orleans Parish, Louisiana, Sheriff’s Office.  

    Sentencing before United States District Court Chief Judge C.J. Williams will be set after a presentence report is prepared.  Derr remains in custody of the United States Marshal pending sentencing.  Derr faces a possible maximum sentence of 60 years’ imprisonment, a $1,000,000 fine, and 3 years of supervised release following any imprisonment.  Additionally, Derr must forfeit the stolen funds from the convenience store robberies and the money that he laundered and will be required to pay restitution to the victims of his crimes.

    The case is being prosecuted by Assistant United States Attorney Patrick J. Reinert and was investigated by the Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms & Explosives, the United States Marshals Service’s Northern Iowa Fugitive Task Force, the Cedar Rapids Police Department, Robins Police Department, Linn County Attorney’s Office, the University of Iowa Police Department and the Orleans Parish, Louisiana, Sheriff’s Office.  

    Court file information at https://ecf.iand.uscourts.gov/cgi-bin/login.pl.

    The case file number is 24-CR-00105

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  • MIL-OSI Global: What the Supreme Court ruling against ‘universal injunctions’ means for court challenges to presidential actions

    Source: The Conversation – USA – By Cassandra Burke Robertson, Professor of Law and Director of the Center for Professional Ethics, Case Western Reserve University

    A journalist runs out of the U.S. Supreme Court building carrying a ruling on the last day of the court’s term on June 27, 2025, in Washington, D.C. Chip Somodevilla/Getty Images

    When presidents have tried to make big changes through executive orders, they have often hit a roadblock: A single federal judge, whether located in Seattle or Miami or anywhere in between, could stop these policies across the entire country.

    But on June 27, 2025, the Supreme Court significantly limited this judicial power. In Trump v. CASA Inc., a 6-3 majority ruled that federal courts likely lack the authority to issue “universal injunctions” that block government policies nationwide. The ruling means that going forward federal judges can generally only block policies from being enforced against the specific plaintiffs who filed the lawsuit, not against everyone in the country.

    The ruling emerged from a case challenging President Trump’s executive order attempting to end birthright citizenship. While three federal courts had blocked the policy nationwide, the Supreme Court allowed it to proceed against anyone who isn’t a named plaintiff in the lawsuits. This creates a legal environment where the same government policy can be simultaneously blocked for some people but enforced against others.

    Crucially, the court based its decision on interpreting the Judiciary Act of 1789 – not the Constitution – meaning Congress could restore this judicial power simply by passing new legislation.

    But what exactly are these injunctions, and why do they matter to everyday Americans?

    Immediate, irreparable harm

    When the government creates a policy that might violate the Constitution or federal law, affected people can sue in federal court to stop it. While these lawsuits work their way through the courts – a process that often takes years – judges can issue what are called “preliminary injunctions” to temporarily pause the policy if they determine it might cause immediate, irreparable harm.

    A “nationwide” injunction – sometimes called a “universal” injunction – goes further by stopping the policy for everyone across the country, not just for the people who filed the lawsuit.

    Importantly, these injunctions are designed to be temporary. They merely preserve the status quo until courts can fully examine the case’s merits. But in practice, litigation proceeds so slowly that executive actions blocked by the courts often expire when successor administrations abandon the policies.

    Legislation introduced by GOP Sen. Chuck Grassley would ban judges from issuing most nationwide injunctions.
    Sen. Chuck Grassley office

    More executive orders, more injunctions

    Nationwide injunctions aren’t new, but several things have made them more contentious recently.

    First, since a closely divided and polarized Congress rarely passes major legislation anymore, presidents rely more on executive orders to get substantive things done. This creates more opportunities to challenge presidential actions in court.

    Second, lawyers who want to challenge these orders got better at “judge shopping” – filing cases in districts where they’re likely to get judges who agree with their client’s views.

    Third, with growing political division, both parties used these injunctions more aggressively whenever the other party controls the White House.

    Affecting real people

    These legal fights have tangible consequences for millions of Americans.

    Take DACA, the common name for the program formally called Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, which protects about 500,000 young immigrants from deportation. For more than 10 years, these young immigrants, known as “Dreamers,” have faced constant uncertainty.

    That’s because, when President Barack Obama created DACA in 2012 and sought to expand it via executive order in 2015, a Texas judge blocked the expansion with a nationwide injunction. When Trump tried to end DACA, judges in California, New York and Washington, D.C. blocked that move. The program, and the legal challenges to it, continued under President Joe Biden. Now, the second Trump administration faces continued legal challenges over the constitutionality of the DACA program.

    More recently, judges have used nationwide injunctions to block several Trump policies. Three courts stopped the president’s attempt to deny citizenship to babies born to mothers who lack legal permanent residency in the United States – the cases that led the Supreme Court to limit the reach of injunctions. Judges have also temporarily blocked Trump’s efforts to ban transgender people from serving in the military and to freeze some federal funding for a variety of programs.

    Nationwide injunctions have also blocked congressional legislation.

    The Corporate Transparency Act, passed in 2021 and originally scheduled to go into effect in 2024, combats financial crimes by requiring businesses to disclose their true owners to the government. A Texas judge blocked this law in 2024 after gun stores challenged it.

    In early 2025, the Supreme Court allowed the law to take effect, but the Trump administration announced it simply wouldn’t enforce it – showing how these legal battles can become political power struggles.

    A polarized Congress rarely passes major legislation anymore, so presidents – including Donald Trump – have relied on executive orders to get things done.
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    A ruling that Congress could change

    The Supreme Court’s decision in Trump v. CASA was notably narrow in its legal reasoning. The court explicitly stated that its ruling “rests solely on the statutory authority that federal courts possess under the Judiciary Act of 1789” and that it expressed “no view on the Government’s argument that Article III forecloses universal relief.”

    This distinction matters enormously. Because the court based its decision on interpreting a congressional statute rather than the Constitution itself, Congress has the power to overturn the ruling simply by passing new legislation that authorizes federal judges to issue nationwide injunctions.

    The Supreme Court’s majority opinion, written by Justice Amy Coney Barrett, emphasized that universal injunctions “likely exceed the equitable authority that Congress has granted to federal courts” under the Judiciary Act of 1789. The court found these injunctions lack sufficient historical precedent in traditional equity practice.

    However, the three dissenting justices strongly disagreed. Justice Sonia Sotomayor, joined by Justices Elena Kagan and Ketanji Brown Jackson, focused on the importance of birthright citizenship, explaining that “every court to evaluate the Order has deemed it patently unconstitutional.”

    As a result, the dissent argues, “the Government instead tries its hand at a different game. It asks this Court to hold that, no matter how illegal a law or policy, courts can never simply tell the Executive to stop enforcing it against anyone.”

    Legislative solutions on the table

    Congress was already considering legislation to limit judges’ ability to grant nationwide injunctions.

    Another way to address the concerns about a single judge blocking government action would be to require a three-judge panel to hear cases involving nationwide injunctions, requiring at least two of them to agree. This is similar to how courts handled major civil rights cases in the 1950s and 1960s.

    My research on this topic suggests that three judges working together would be less likely to make partisan decisions, while still being able to protect constitutional rights when necessary. Today’s technology also makes it easier for judges in different locations to work together than it was decades ago.

    What comes next

    With the Supreme Court limiting judges’ ability to issue nationwide injunctions based on an old statute, the ball is now in Congress’ court. Lawmakers could choose to restore this judicial power with new legislation, further restrict it, or leave the current limitations in place.

    Until Congress acts, the legal landscape has fundamentally shifted.

    Future challenges to presidential actions may require either cumbersome class action lawsuits or a patchwork of individual cases – potentially leaving many Americans without immediate protection from policies that courts determine violate the Constitution. But unlike a constitutional ruling, this outcome isn’t permanent: Congress holds the key to change it.

    This is an updated and expanded version of a story originally published on April 3, 2025.

    Cassandra Burke Robertson does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organization that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

    – ref. What the Supreme Court ruling against ‘universal injunctions’ means for court challenges to presidential actions – https://theconversation.com/what-the-supreme-court-ruling-against-universal-injunctions-means-for-court-challenges-to-presidential-actions-260040

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: “We are all inclusive from birth”: the results of the All-Russian competition “My Good Business” have been summed up

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: State University of Management – Official website of the State –

    On June 27, 2025, a ceremony was held to present awards to the winners of the All-Russian competition of socially responsible initiatives of entrepreneurs and socially oriented non-profit organizations “My Good Business”.

    The organizer of the All-Russian competition “My Good Business” is the Ministry of Economic Development of Russia. The federal operator of the Competition for the third year in a row was the State University of Management. The award ceremony for the winners, as in the previous year, was held at the Social Entrepreneurship Forum “More than Business”.

    “This is a very kind competition, fully corresponding to its name. It is not only and not so much about money, but about the impulse of the soul. The exhibition in the foyer clearly showed the interest and involvement of entrepreneurs and their clients, grandmothers and mothers. I am personally happy to participate in the main events of the Competition,” admitted Deputy Minister of Economic Development of the Russian Federation Tatyana Ilyushnikova and thanked the State University of Management for assistance in organizing the Competition.

    “GUU has been the operator of the Competition for the third year already. We can see how interest in it is growing based on the number of applications. I often visit the regions and never miss the opportunity to visit local My Business centers to meet social entrepreneurs. It is rare to find such passionate people who are ready to give everything for the sake of people and the promotion of their projects. I have never regretted that we started working on this Competition,” shared Vladimir Stroyev, Rector of GUU.

    “We see that more and more entrepreneurs are taking part in the Competition, both small and large businesses. Our foundation will be happy to continue supporting the Competition. We have recently developed state standards for assessing the social effects of good business. All of these are elements of a major task – focusing the economy on people,” said Roman Davydov, development advisor for the Our Future Foundation and member of the Public Council of the Russian Ministry of Economic Development.

    “My experience of meeting with entrepreneurs shows that for every second one, the main motive for implementing their projects is the desire to be socially useful. Focus on society has recently become increasingly important. And since everyone here is for good, there are simply no losers in this Competition,” said Dmitry Litvin, head of the Rosmolodezh.Predprinimatel and Rosmolodezh.Profi departments.

    Results of the All-Russian competition of projects in the field of social entrepreneurship and NPO “My good business”

    Track “Social Interaction”

    Nomination “Good Guy”: 2nd place: Irina Romacheva, project “Implementation of charitable and infrastructure programs aimed at supporting youth and children’s sports, adaptation of people with disabilities”, Nizhny Novgorod Region; 1st place: Anna Knyazeva, project “Dorogobuzhkotlomash – for children”, Smolensk Region.

    Nomination “Cultural Code”: 1st place: Iskandar Bakhtiyarov, project “Annual holiday for first-graders “Children are our future” from the Ufanet company”, Republic of Bashkortostan.

    Nomination “Initiatives to support socially responsible business and NPOs”: 3rd place: Nikolay Makarov, project “Competition for students of the construction program “KSM Scholar”, Republic of Karelia; 2nd place: Irina Medvedeva, project “Social entrepreneurship development program “Start your own business”, Nizhny Novgorod Region; 1st place: Evgeny Petrov, project “Information technologies in the field of social entrepreneurship”, Nizhny Novgorod Region.

    Track “Help with meaning”

    Nomination “Kind Assistance”: 3rd place: Anna Zueva, project “Charity Shop “Teplo”, Perm Krai; 2nd place: Tatyana Egorova, project “Assistance Point for Participants of the SVO “Territory of Good 26”, Stavropol Krai; 1st place: Aishat Karaeva, project “Comprehensive Social, Medical, Scientific and Information Support for the Population of the Republic of Dagestan”, Republic of Dagestan.

    Nomination “Young Entrepreneur”: 3rd place: Yaroslav Kozlov, project “NeuroCareer Guidance”, Moscow; 2nd place: Anna Pokshivanova, project “Centers for Additional Education for Children and Family Classes “Mirta Superclass”, Lipetsk Region; 1st place: Vladislav Kozin, project “School of Music KozinMusicEducation”, Rostov Region.

    Nomination “Cultural Code”: 3rd place: Elena Bobrova, project “OOO “Valeologiya” Comprehensive rehabilitation of children with disabilities in the Ivanovo Regional Center for Exercise Therapy and Sports Medicine”, Ivanovo Region; 2nd place: Marina Kolesnichenko, project “Theatrical anthology of school literature (Educational theater of the Association of Artists of the Moscow Art Theater)”, Moscow; 1st place: Irina Slesareva, project “STARFISH network of family health aqua clubs”, Moscow.

    Nomination “Kind Mom”: 3rd place: Anastasia Kupriyanova, project “Let’s Help You Learn”, Yaroslavl Region; 2nd place: Yulia Moshkina, project “Family Inclusive Club “We Are Together”, Kirov Region; 1st place: Ekaterina Davydova, project “Correctional and Development Center for Children with Disabilities “MIR”, Tyumen Region.

    Nomination “Good Guy”: 3rd place: Roman Usachev, project “EQUICENTER – power in motion”, Lugansk People’s Republic; 2nd place: Olga Repkina, project “Good Robot” – creation and development of a children’s technical creativity club”, Arkhangelsk region; 1st place: Olga Cherpakova, project “Ecosystem of assistance to the elderly and disabled “Comfort”, Tyumen region.

    Nomination “Crafts of Russia”: 3rd place: Ulyana Voitenko, project “Siberian Will”, Novosibirsk Region; 2nd place: Elena Kuvshinova, “Project for the creation of a cultural and educational center for folk art and crafts in the city of Kirovo-Chepetsk, Kirov Region”, Kirov Region; 1st place: Vladimir Matveyev, project “Reproduction of ancient Russian jewelry”, Novgorod Region.

    Silver Business nomination: 3rd place: Larisa Krutskikh, project From Movement to Speech, Altai Krai; 2nd place: Oleg Serdyuk, project Organization of Care for the Elderly and People with Limited Mobility at Home and in Hospital, Saratov Oblast; 1st place: Galina Bozhenko, project I Want! I Can! I Do!, Donetsk People’s Republic.

    Nomination: “Working to Help”: 3rd place: Gulnaz Kamalova, project “Inclusive Workshops “Dobroshtuki”, Republic of Bashkortostan; 2nd place: Yulia Romeiko, project “Charity Program “Social Hotel for Children with Cancer “Good House”, Moscow; 1st place: Marina Sintsova, project “Center for Reconstructive Dermatology, Cosmetology and Aesthetic Rehabilitation for Participants of the Special Military Operation (SVO)”, Samara Region.

    My Kind Startup nomination: 3rd place: Daniil Bredikhin, project “Smart sticker for the blind and visually impaired”, Oryol region; 2nd place: Alexander Ryabinin, project “Elevatek: creating the opportunity to live without restrictions”, Bryansk region; 1st place: Alexander Litvinov, project “Production of polymer ophthalmological implants for mass use to solve medical and social problems associated with visual impairment”, Nizhny Novgorod region.

    Special nomination “Best social franchise”: Winner – Olga Zubkova, project “Inclusive camp Novy Gorod “Druzhny”, Perm Krai.

    We congratulate all the winners and are already looking forward to the start of the next season of the All-Russian competition “My Good Business”.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: Note to Correspondents: Lead author selected for the second independent progress study on youth, peace and security

    Source: United Nations secretary general

    In its resolution A/RES/79/1 on the Pact for the Future, the General Assembly requested the Secretary-General to carry out the second independent progress study on youth’s positive contribution to peace processes and conflict resolution. The report will be submitted to Member States by the end of the eightieth session of the General Assembly.

    The request follows Security Council resolution 2250 (2015) adopted almost ten years ago. The resolution mandated the development of the first independent progress study, entitled The Missing Peace and published in 2018. Building on this work, the second independent progress study will serve as a critical input to advancing the youth, peace and security agenda within the multilateral system.

    Ms, Nanjala Nyabola (Kenya) was selected to lead the drafting process of the report. She is a writer, researcher and policy expert based in Nairobi, Kenya, with extensive expertise on youth engagement, technology, social change and digital rights. She has held fellowships and research roles with the Oxford Internet Institute, the Atlantic Council’s Digital Forensic Lab, the Centre for International Governance Innovation (CIGI), NYU’s Centre on International Cooperation, and Strathmore University’s CIPIT. She studied at the University of Oxford as a Rhodes Scholar, as well as at the University of Birmingham and Harvard Law School. Her writings appear in The Nation, Al Jazeera, and The Boston Review.

    Ms. Nyabola will work in close coordination with the United Nations Joint Secretariat on youth, peace and Security, composed of the Department of Political and Peacebuilding Affairs, the United Nations Population Fund, and the United Nations Youth Office. 

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  • MIL-OSI Canada: Strong year-end surplus for a stronger Alberta

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    Alberta closed the 2024-25 fiscal year with its fourth consecutive surplus, totalling $8.3 billion. The increase is largely due to higher-than-expected resource revenues, corporate and personal income tax revenue and impressive investment income. In the face of rapidly changing economic conditions this year due to global trade challenges, the government will use the surplus to fortify Alberta’s economic position, repay debt and save for the future.

    “Alberta’s financial strength isn’t just luck, it’s the result of disciplined decisions and a clear commitment to responsible government. While others reach for higher taxes and more debt, we’re focused on stability, savings and respect for the people who keep Alberta’s economy moving. That means more security for families, more opportunity for young people, and stronger communities across our province. In uncertain times, Alberta showing this kind of economic leadership is important.”

    Danielle Smith, Premier

    “This surplus shows Alberta’s strength. The road ahead may be rough, but Alberta is built to last. We’re paying down debt, saving for the future and backing the services Albertans count on. This surplus lets us save smart, spend wisely and stand strong for the long haul.”

    Nate Horner, President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance

    Alberta’s economy expanded at a steady pace in 2024, supported by increased pipeline capacity through the spring opening of the Trans Mountain pipeline, record crude oil production and increased natural gas production. The price of West Texas Intermediate oil averaged $74.34 per barrel over the year, slightly higher than the $74 per barrel forecast in Budget 2024. A narrower light-heavy differential, which increases the price of Alberta’s heavy crude oil, plus a lower exchange rate also propelled higher returns for the energy sector. As a part of a Canada-wide settlement, a $713-million payment from three major Canadian tobacco companies also contributed to the surplus.

    Rapid population growth and falling interest rates bolstered the provincial economy. Alberta remained the fastest-growing province in Canada in 2024. With population growth, Alberta saw strong employment gains fuelled by full-time and permanent jobs, which led to more employed Albertans contributing to the tax base. To relieve added pressure on hospitals, schools and infrastructure, the government provided record funding for health care and education and continued to invest in the priorities of Albertans.

    When disaster hit, Alberta’s government answered the call. The government delivered $1.9 billion in disaster relief, including $702 million to fight wildfires, $191 million for evacuation and recovery, and $1 billion to support drought-hit farmers and producers.

    After calculations and adjustments, Alberta ended the year with a $5.1-billion in surplus cash. Following the province’s mandated fiscal framework, half – or $2.6 billion – will go towards improving the province’s net financial position, either through debt repayment or savings in the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund. The other half will be allocated to the Alberta Fund for future use. This can include further debt payments, more savings or one-time initiatives.

    Revenue

    Revenue in 2024-25 was $82.5 billion, $8.9 billion more than estimated in Budget 2024, including:

    • $22.0 billion in non-renewable resource revenue, up from $17.3 billion at budget.
      • The increase was primarily driven by higher bitumen royalties due to narrower light-heavy oil price differentials and lower exchange rates.
    • $30.4 billion in tax revenue, $1.7 billion higher than estimated in Budget 2024. This included:
      • $8.1 billion in corporate income tax, $1.1 billion more than at budget, even as the province maintained the lowest corporate income tax rate in the country.
      • A record high of $16.1 billion in personal income tax, $0.5 billion more than estimated in Budget 2024, in large part because of strong growth in personal incomes and Alberta’s growing population.

    Expense

    Expense in 2024-25 was $74.1 billion, $967 million more than estimated in Budget 2024, including:

    • $29.6 billion in health expense, a 2.9 per cent increase from budget, as the province began refocusing the health system to better meet the needs of patients and families, provide more surgeries, recruit more doctors and provide lab services.  
    • $17.2 billion for education, or a 1.1 per cent increase from budget, including:
      • $9.9 billion for K-12 education, with more money to hire more teachers as enrolment increased.
      • $7.2 billion for post-secondary institutions to increase seats in high-demand areas, including apprenticeship training.
    • $1.9 billion for disaster relief and emergency supports.

    Debt

    The province ended the year with taxpayer-supported debt of $85.2 billion. Total debt-servicing costs were $3.2 billion in 2024-25, down $0.2 billion from budget because of lower-than-expected borrowing requirements.

    Oil Prices

    • A barrel of West Texas Intermediate averaged US$74.34 per barrel in 2024-25, slightly higher than the US$74 per barrel forecast in Budget 2024.
    • The light-heavy oil price differential averaged US$13.06 per barrel in 2024-25, $2.94 narrower than estimated in budget, influenced by increased demand for heavier crude and the completion of the TMX expansion project.

    Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund

    The province grew the market value of the Heritage Fund to a record high of $27.2 billion as of March 31, 2025. The Heritage Fund grew by $4.2 billion last year, fuelled by $1.9 billion in investment income and $2 billion in surplus cash reinvested from 2023-24. This growth supports Alberta’s bold plan to reach $250 billion by 2050 while diversifying the economy for a stronger future.

    Through responsible fiscal management, Alberta is building a stable economic foundation and saving for a secure tomorrow. No matter the challenges ahead, Alberta has the resources and resilience to protect its prosperity.

    Related information

    • Budget 2024: A responsible plan for a growing province

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  • MIL-OSI Europe: State Secretary Hirayama attends informal meeting of EU Ministers for Research and Innovation

    Source: Switzerland – Department of Foreign Affairs in English

    On 10 and 11 March, Martina Hirayama, State Secretary for Education, Research and Innovation, attended the informal meeting of EU Ministers for Research and Innovation in Warsaw. The main topics of the meeting, which takes place twice a year, were the strategic shape of the next EU R+I Framework Programme, FP10, which begins in 2028, and European competitiveness. State Secretary Hirayama took the opportunity to hold bilateral talks with counterparts from various countries.

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  • MIL-OSI Russia: Tatyana Golikova: The pilot project on career support covered about 524 thousand students

    Translation. Region: Russian Federal

    Source: Government of the Russian Federation – An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

    “The goal of the national project “Personnel” is to reduce the personnel shortage by creating mechanisms and tools that will allow additional involvement of the population in employment, ensure professional mobility, and correctly navigate not only the current but also the prospective demand of employers for personnel. And here our main efforts are aimed at working with internal reserves, primarily young people. Today, on the eve of Youth Day, when school graduates and students have passed exams and defended their diplomas, it is especially important to help the children decide on their future work, ensure a seamless transition from education to employment,” said Tatyana Golikova.

    The Deputy Prime Minister focused on the key features of the national project’s implementation.

    Within the framework of the federal project “Labor Market Management”, annual forecasting of personnel needs is carried out. Since this year, for the first time, a forecast is made for a 7-year period, so that the results of the forecast cover the entire cycle of training qualified specialists.

    Over 300,000 companies, employing around 22 million workers, have already taken part in the all-Russian employer survey. Starting next year, all processes related to forecast preparation will be transferred to the Work of Russia portal, which will simplify data verification and processing.

    As part of the national project “Personnel”, the modernization of the employment service continues.

    “By the end of this year, 50% of employment centers in Russia will have acquired a new look. In the updated centers, the speed of personnel selection based on employers’ requests has increased by 11.5%. The time to employment has decreased by 39%, the number of services for employers has increased by 20%, and for job seekers by 70%,” said Tatyana Golikova.

    The federal project “Education for the Labor Market” continues to develop completely new tools. The first of them was presented on June 15 – these are national rankings of college and university graduate employment. In order for the comparison to be as relevant as possible, all educational organizations are divided into areas. It is important that the ranking results are useful not only for the education sector and applicants, but also taken into account by regions and employers.

    “As part of the national project “Personnel” to improve the relationship between education and career, we launched a pilot project to support students. This year, 11 regions are in the pilot. Here, the personnel centers “Work of Russia” are building a single career development plan – from the 8th grade to employment in the company. The project has already covered 350 thousand schoolchildren, 100 thousand college students and 74 thousand university students. More than a thousand organizations have joined the pilot. The project ends at the end of June. We will see the first results of supporting our graduates,” the Deputy Prime Minister emphasized.

    An important element in the link between education and the labour market is targeted training.

    As Tatyana Golikova noted, the main demand is for training in higher education programs – about 94 thousand educational places. In addition, since this year, through the portal “Work of Russia”, employers have been able to submit applications for quotas for targeted training for the 2026/27 academic year. This service is in demand, since it allows you to avoid double competition for an educational place and clearly organize work on attracting applicants to the needs of the enterprise. More than 70 thousand companies used it, submitting applications for 132 thousand educational places.

    Along with large systemic projects, the implementation of measures to quickly respond to the situation on the labor market continues within the framework of the federal project “Active Measures to Promote Employment.”

    “This year, free retraining programs are available for 360 professions. Taking into account the different levels of initial training of applicants, more than 4 thousand training programs have been created for these programs. More than 56 thousand applications for training have already been submitted. Training of employees of defense industry enterprises continues. 198 enterprises have already joined the project, planning to train more than 12 thousand employees. More than 2 thousand people have already undergone retraining,” said Tatyana Golikova.

    The “Best in Profession” competition has also been reformatted within the framework of the national project. Almost 230 regional stages of the competition are currently planned.

    “The fair’s events for participants are held simultaneously at 1.9 thousand sites – in employment centers, universities and colleges, at enterprises, in shopping centers, popular city spaces. Today I wish all employers and job seekers to find each other. Good luck!” – Tatyana Golikova noted in conclusion.

    The session also featured speeches by the President of the Russian Union of Industrialists and Entrepreneurs Alexander Shokhin, Chairman of the Federation of Independent Trade Unions Sergei Chernogaev, Acting General Director of the All-Russian Research Institute of Labor of the Ministry of Labor Vladimir Smirnov, Head of the All-Russian Public Opinion Research Center, Chairman of the Public Council under the Ministry of Labor Konstantin Abramov, Director for Development of Strategic Projects at PJSC Rostelecom Vladimir Tatarintsev, and Vice President for Human Resources at AFK Sistema Svetlana Matveeva.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Congresswoman Laurel Lee Introduces Bill to Help Holocaust Survivors and Families Reclaim Stolen Art

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Laurel Lee – Florida (15th District)

    Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Laurel Lee (FL-15) introduced the Holocaust Expropriated Art Recovery (HEAR) Act Improvements of 2025, a bipartisan bill that will help Holocaust survivors and their families reclaim artwork stolen by the Nazis. The bill removes the upcoming 2026 expiration date from the original law and makes key updates to ensure that survivors’ claims are heard fairly in court.

    Congresswoman Lee is joined by Scott Fitzgerald (WI-05), Jerrod Nadler (NY-10), Maggie Goodlander (NH-2), and Jamie Raskin (MD-08). Senator John Cornyn (R-TX) is leading the companion legislation in the Senate.

    “The Nazi regime stole not only lives but legacies, including cultural and family treasures that carry deep personal and historical meaning,”said Congresswoman Lee. “This bill ensures that families who lost everything during the Holocaust are given a fair shot at justice. These claims should be decided on the truth, not on legal loopholes or paperwork deadlines. With this legislation, we reaffirm our commitment to standing with Holocaust survivors and their families. They deserve to have their stories heard and their property returned. It’s never too late to do the right thing.”

    “Justice delayed should not be justice denied, especially for Holocaust survivors and their families,” said Congressman Scott Fitzgerald. “This bill ensures they can continue seeking justice in U.S. courts, without being blocked by procedural loopholes. We have a responsibility to uphold the rule of law and stand with those still fighting to recover what was wrongfully taken during one of history’s darkest chapters.”

    “During the Holocaust, the Nazis stripped Jewish families of countless works of art, culture, and heritage. The effects of these atrocities are still being felt today by survivors and their families,” said Rep. Jerry Nadler (NY-12). “I was proud to be a lead sponsor of the HEAR Act when it passed in 2016 and am proud to help lead my colleagues in reintroducing the bill today. As a matter of principle, we affirm that in the United States, everyone who has a credible claim deserves to have their day in court. This bill realizes that principle and ensures that every family has the right to a fair and just process based solely on the merits of their claim. We cannot fix the past, but this bill is a promise to the victims of the Holocaust that the United States is committed to creating a fair judicial process for the return of property that was wrongfully stolen during the darkest period of human history.” 

    “The Nazis murdered more than 6 million Jews, including 1.5 million children under the age of 12.  Looting art and other possessions from Jewish families was an essential part of Hitler’s concerted plan to annihilate the Jewish people. To allow museums here and in Europe, and foreign governments to keep Nazi looted art perpetuates the crimes of the Nazi regime, and demeans the memory of six million Jewish souls.  We applaud Congress for making sure that families can recover their treasured legacies, and that the true history of the Nazis’ brutal campaign of murder and theft cannot be erased or trivialized by the scoundrels who refuse to return looted art,”David Schaecter, Holocaust survivor and President of the Holocaust Survivors Foundation USA. 

    “This legislation renews and strengthens the HEAR Act, which is set to expire, by closing critical loopholes and addressing key oversights. It reaffirms our commitment to ensuring that rightful owners of Nazi-looted art—and their families—receive the restitution they are owed. Any museum that knowingly retains stolen works is complicit in perpetuating the injustice inflicted on Holocaust victims. We have both a moral and legal obligation to correct these wrongs and to ensure the crimes of the Holocaust are neither forgiven nor forgotten,”Joel Greenberg, President of Art Ashes.

    “We strongly support this legislation.  Each artwork or object taken during the Holocaust is more than property – it holds the memory of a life, a family, a community culture. Restituting these items is not simply about returning possessions; it is about restoring history, identity, and a measure of justice to those who lost everything,”said Gideon Taylor, President of World Jewish Restitution Organization (WJRO).

     

    Background: 

    The original HEAR Act was passed in 2016 to provide families with a fair opportunity to recover art looted by the Nazis during World War II. It created a six-year window for legal claims, starting from the time a family discovers where their stolen art is located. The law was meant to ensure that cases are decided based on facts, not thrown out due to complicated legal deadlines. However, in recent years, some courts have dismissed these claims using time-based technical defenses, which goes against the original purpose of the law. 

    The new bill eliminates the 2026 “sunset clause,” which would have ended the protections offered by the HEAR Act. It also makes clear that as long as a family files within six years of discovering their artwork’s location, their case cannot be dismissed simply because of how much time has passed. This change is especially important as the number of living Holocaust survivors continues to decline.

    The bill also responds to a 2021 Supreme Court ruling (Federal Republic of Germany v. Philipp) that made it harder to sue foreign governments involved in looting or holding art stolen during the Holocaust. Under this legislation, families will be able to bring claims in U.S. courts as long as the foreign government or museum has ties to the United States. The bill also blocks other legal defenses that could be used to avoid facing the facts in court and allows families to sue foreign defendants if they have any significant contact with the U.S., not just in one state.

    The bill is supported by a wide range of respected organizations, including: Art Ashes, Agudath Israel of America, American Jewish Committee (AJC), Anti-Defamation League (ADL), Bet Tzedek – House of Justice, Christians United for Israel (CUFI) Action Fund, Creative Community for Peace, Dallas Holocaust and Human Rights Museum, Florida Holocaust Museum, Holocaust Center for Humanity (Seattle), Holocaust Museum Houston, Holocaust Museum LA, Holocaust Survivors Foundation USA, Illinois Holocaust Museum & Education Center, Jewish Federations of North America (JFNA), Jewish Women International (JWI), Museum of Jewish Heritage – A Living Memorial to the Holocaust (New York), Nancy & David Wolf Holocaust & Humanity Center (Cincinnati), Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights, StandWithUs, The Jewish Council for Public Affairs (JCPA), Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, World Jewish Congress, and the World Jewish Restitution Organization (WJRO).

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Warner & Kaine Statement on Resignation of Jim Ryan As President of UVA

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Virginia Tim Kaine
    Published: June 27 2025

    WASHINGTON, D.C.—Today, U.S. Senators Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (D-VA) released the following statement after Jim Ryan resigned as President of University of Virginia following pressure from the Department of Justice (DOJ):
    “Virginia’s economy and prosperity depend on the strength and integrity of our higher education system. It is outrageous that officials in the Trump Department of Justice demanded the Commonwealth’s globally recognized university remove President Ryan—a strong leader who has served UVA honorably and moved the university forward—over ridiculous ‘culture war’ traps. Decisions about UVA’s leadership belong solely to its Board of Visitors, in keeping with Virginia’s well-established and respected system of higher education governance. This is a mistake that hurts Virginia’s future.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Statement of U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine on Resignation of Jim Ryan as UVA President

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Commonwealth of Virginia Mark R Warner
    WASHINGTON —Today, U.S. Sens. Mark R. Warner and Tim Kaine (both D-VA) released the following statement after Jim Ryan resigned as President of University of Virginia following pressure from the Department of Justice (DOJ):
    “Virginia’s economy and prosperity depend on the strength and integrity of our higher education system. It is outrageous that officials in the Trump Department of Justice demanded the Commonwealth’s globally recognized university remove President Ryan—a strong leader who has served UVA honorably and moved the university forward—over ridiculous ‘culture war’ traps. Decisions about UVA’s leadership belong solely to its Board of Visitors, in keeping with Virginia’s well-established and respected system of higher education governance. This is a mistake that hurts Virginia’s future.”
        

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  • MIL-OSI USA: S. 298, Returning SBA to Main Street Act

    Source: US Congressional Budget Office

    Bill Summary

    S. 298 would require the Small Business Administration (SBA) to relocate 30 percent of its employees from its headquarters in Washington, D.C., to regional offices throughout the United States and reduce its headquarters office space by 30 percent. Those changes would be contingent upon the agency determining that they would reduce costs to the federal government.

    Estimated Federal Cost

    The estimated budgetary effect of S. 298 is shown in Table 1. The costs of the legislation fall within budget function 370 (commerce and housing credit).

    Table 1.

    Estimated Changes in Spending Subject to Appropriation Under S. 298
     

    By Fiscal Year, Millions of Dollars

    		  
     

    2025

    2026

    2027

    2028

    2029

    2030

    2025-2030

    Salaries and Benefits

    		              

    Estimated Authorization

    *

    -4

    -10

    -8

    -2

    -2

    -26

    Estimated Outlays

    *

    -3

    -9

    -9

    -3

    -2

    -26

    Overhead Expenses

    		              

    Estimated Authorization

    0

    5

    6

    -5

    -5

    -5

    -4

    Estimated Outlays

    0

    4

    6

    -3

    -5

    -5

    -3

    Total Changes

    		              

    Estimated Authorization

    *

    1

    -4

    -13

    -7

    -7

    -30

    Estimated Outlays

    *

    1

    -3

    -12

    -8

    -7

    -29

    Basis of Estimate

    CBO assumes that S. 298 will be enacted near the end of fiscal year 2025, that the SBA would not begin to relocate employees until 2026, and that the Congress would reduce annual appropriations by the estimated amounts each year. Outlays were estimated using historical obligation and spending rates.

    Spending Subject to Appropriation

    CBO estimates that implementing S. 298 would decrease spending subject to appropriation by $29 million over the 2025-2030 period. The Congress appropriated $974 million for the SBA’s administrative expenses in fiscal year 2025.

    Salaries and Benefits. S. 298 would require the SBA to relocate 30 percent of its employees currently assigned to work at the headquarters in Washington, D.C., to regional offices throughout the United States within one year and to adjust their compensation for the new location. Additionally, employees would no longer be allowed to telework unless they qualify for an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act.

    There are currently about 900 full-time employees assigned to work at the SBA headquarters; under the bill, about 270 employees would need to be relocated. CBO assumes that half of those employees would relocate in 2026, and half would choose to leave the agency. CBO expects that it would take about two years for the SBA to hire new employees at regional offices to replace those that leave the agency. The lag in hiring new employees accounts for about 50 percent of the estimated reduction in costs for salaries and benefits.

    Salaries and benefits for federal employees vary by location. Based on information from the SBA, CBO expects that the average salaries and benefits of those employees in 2026 would decrease from about $208,000 to $201,000. Employees that relocate would be eligible to receive amounts to cover their household’s transportation expenses, temporary housing, and assistance with selling and purchasing a home.

    Using information from the Department of Agriculture, which relocated two subagencies in 2019, CBO estimates that average relocation expenses would be about $70,000 per employee. Additionally, some employees that leave the SBA would be eligible for severance averaging about $55,000 per employee. After accounting for anticipated inflation, attrition, and the time required to hire new employees, CBO estimates that implementing S. 298 would reduce the costs of SBA’s salaries and benefits by $26 million over the 2025-2030 period. Any reduction in spending would be subject to future appropriations being reduced by the estimated amounts.

    S. 298 also would require the SBA to report within six months on the number of employees at its headquarters who would be eligible to be relocated and a plan for implementing those changes. CBO estimates that the report would cost less than $500,000.

    Overhead Expenses. S. 298 also would require the agency to reduce office space at its headquarters location by 30 percent within two years. Using information from the SBA, CBO estimates that overhead expenses (including rent, security, and telecommunications services) for the affected employees at SBA headquarters totaled about $6 million in 2025 compared to costs of about $1.5 million at regional offices for the same number of employees.

    Finally, the SBA would require assistance from the General Services Administration (GSA) to locate and set up additional office space in regional offices. Using information from GSA, CBO estimates that the new working and meeting space, furniture and workstation purchases, and installation of information technology and audiovisual equipment would cost $10 million. CBO expects those costs would be incurred in 2026 and 2027.

    After accounting for inflation, attrition, and the time required for hiring and acquiring space and under the assumption that the SBA would reduce its office space in Washington, D.C., CBO estimates that implementing the bill would reduce overhead costs for the SBA by $3 million over the 2025-2030 period. Any reduction in spending would be subject to future appropriations being reduced by the estimated amounts.

    Uncertainty

    CBO’s estimate of S. 298 is subject to uncertainty because determining how many employees would relocate and the costs associated with their relocation is uncertain. For example, if the SBA paid severance to those that choose to leave the agency, decided not to hire new employees to offset expected attrition, or paid higher or lower relocation expenses, the actual costs could be higher or lower than those estimated.

    Additionally, if employees chose to retire and collect retirement benefits earlier than they would under current law, spending on retirement benefits, which are recorded in the budget as direct spending, would change.

    Pay-As-You-Go Considerations

    Enacting the bill would not affect direct spending or revenues; therefore, pay-as-you-go procedures do not apply.

    Increase in Long-Term Net Direct Spending and Deficits

    CBO estimates that enacting S. 298 would not increase net direct spending or on-budget deficits in any of the four consecutive 10-year periods beginning in 2036.

    Mandates

    The bill contains no intergovernmental or private-sector mandates as defined in the Unfunded Mandates Reform Act.

    Federal Costs: Aurora Swanson

    Mandates: Rachel Austin

    Estimate Reviewed By

    Justin Humphrey
    Chief, Finance, Housing, and Education Cost Estimates Unit

    Kathleen FitzGerald 
    Chief, Public and Private Mandates Unit

    H. Samuel Papenfuss 
    Deputy Director of Budget Analysis

    Phillip L. Swagel

    Director, Congressional Budget Office

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  • MIL-OSI: CIRI Announces the 2025 Recipient for the Award for Excellence in Investor Relations

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    TORONTO, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Canadian Investor Relations Institute (CIRI), Canada’s national association representing investor relations professionals, is pleased to announce that Jennifer McCaughey, F.CIRI, has been chosen as the 37th recipient of the Award for Excellence in Investor Relations. Jennifer was honoured at CIRI’s 38th Annual Investor Relations Conference in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario.

    The Award for Excellence in Investor Relations is presented by CIRI to honour individuals who have made an exceptional contribution to the investor relations profession and the Institute.

    Award for Excellence in Investor Relations

     

    Jennifer McCaughey, F.CIRI, has had a distinguished career in Investor Relations, spanning over 25 years with several key small-cap, mid-cap and large-cap issuers. Most notably, she served as the leading IRO at Transcontinental for 15 years. During this time, Ms. McCaughey joined the CIRI Quebec Chapter Executive as a member (2010-2016) and assumed the Chapter Chair position from 2012-2014, where her leadership significantly expanded the Chapter’s reach beyond the IR community. Ms. McCaughey’s efforts to broaden CIRI’s scope aligned with the overarching goal of enhancing the IRO’s importance within senior management and the C-suite.

    Throughout her leadership, Ms. McCaughey instilled a vision to grow and expand the influence of the IR function, effectively channelling her efforts through CIRI to achieve this goal.

    “Jennifer is a highly regarded investor relations professional in Canada and a significant contributor to CIRI. She is recognized for her outstanding leadership, commitment to best practices, and steadfast support for CIRI and the broader IR community,” said Nathalie Megann, CPIR, President & CEO, CIRI. “Whether through her role at Calian Group or her ongoing efforts to advance the profession as a mentor, advocate, and thought leader, she continually strives to open doors and expand the exposure of the value of the investor relations profession through active involvement and leadership in the Canadian investor relations community.”

    Ms. McCaughey received the designation of F.CIRI, the CIRI Fellowship in 2021, which recognizes IR leaders who bring distinction to the profession and serve as role models for others. She also received the Belle Mulligan Award for Leadership in Investor Relations in 2014, which recognizes individuals who have shown singular leadership in one or more aspects of the practice of IR. As a longstanding member of CIRI, she has generously shared her expertise and experience through speaking engagements, leadership roles and mentorship.

    Ms. McCaughey is the Director of Investor Relations at Calian Group, bringing nearly 30 years of experience in capital markets and investor relations. She holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance from McGill University and is a CFA Charterholder. 

    “I’m incredibly honoured to receive the Award for Excellence in Investor Relations from CIRI. This recognition reflects not just a milestone in my career, but a journey spanning nearly 30 years in the capital markets, the majority of which has been dedicated to investor relations. IR has been more than a profession—it’s been a passion. I’ve always believed in the strategic value of investor relations and the critical role it plays in building trust, enhancing corporate reputation, and driving long-term value for companies. To have now received all three of CIRI’s awards is truly humbling, and I share this honour with the many colleagues and mentors who have inspired me along the way. I hope this recognition encourages others in our field to continue raising the bar for excellence in IR. CIRI plays a vital role in supporting that mission, and I’m proud to be part of such a dedicated community.”

    “I extend sincere congratulations to Jennifer as well as heartfelt thanks for her valued contributions to CIRI and the IR profession,” said Nathalie Megann.

    About CIRI
    CIRI is a professional, not-for-profit association of executives responsible for communication between public corporations, investors and the financial community. CIRI contributes to the transparency and integrity of the Canadian capital markets by advancing the practice of investor relations, the professional competency of its members and the stature of the profession. With over 300 members and four Chapters across the country, CIRI is the voice of IR in Canada. For further information, please visit CIRI.org. 

    For further information, please contact:
    Nathalie Megann, CPIR, ICD.D
    President & CEO
    Canadian Investor Relations Institute
    (416) 364-8200 ext. 101
    nmegann@ciri.org

    A photo accompanying this announcement is available at https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/b4e523d7-cdcf-409e-9af6-66917d968a83

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Judge Kenneth A. Talley named district administrative judge for the District Court of Maryland in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties

    Source: US State of Maryland

    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
    June 27, 2025

    Government Relations and Public Affairs
    187 Harry S. Truman Parkway
    Annapolis, Maryland 21401

    Judge Kenneth A. Talley named district administrative judge for the District Court of Maryland in Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties

    ANNAPOLIS, Md. – District Court of Maryland Chief Judge John P. Morrissey, with the approval of Supreme Court of Maryland Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader, has named Charles County District Court Judge Kenneth A. Talley as the new administrative judge for District 4 (Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties). Judge Talley’s new role is effective August 1, 2025.

    Judge Talley succeeds District Administrative Judge Karen Christy Holt Chesser, who will step down from her administrative judge role in preparation for her retirement in 2026.

    “Judge Talley is an excellent jurist and choice as the new administrative judge for the District Court in Southern Maryland,” said Supreme Court of Maryland Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader. “I am confident that he will continue to be an effective leader in his district to provide fair, efficient, and effective justice for all.”

    District 4 Administrative Judge Kenneth A. Talley

    District administrative judges oversee the administration of the court and manage trial calendars to ensure the expeditious disposition of cases.

    “Judge Talley’s leadership in the District Court in Charles County for the past 16 years has prepared him to take on this new role,” said District Court of Maryland Chief Judge John P. Morrissey. “Administrative Judge Chesser has been an exemplary administrative Judge, has served her District well for the past 15 years, and will be available to manage the transition with Judge Talley.”   

    Judge Talley was appointed as an associate judge to the District Court in Charles County in May 2009 by then-Governor Martin O’Malley. 

    Judge Talley has served on the Judiciary’s Security and Post-COVID Judicial Operations Committees. Additionally, he served as a member of the Maryland Judiciary’s Judicial Council Equal Justice Committee from 2020 to 2022. 

    Judge Talley served as a law clerk for retired Judge Herman C. Dawson, Circuit Court for Prince George’s County, from 1998 to 1999, before starting his career as an attorney at Don Ansell & Associates, at which he worked from 1999 to 2000. He formerly served as an assistant public defender in Charles County from 2000 to 2005. Additionally, he served as a partner at Collins & Talley from 2005 to 2007, and as an assistant state’s attorney in Charles County from 2007 to 2009. 

    Judge Talley earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Maryland, College Park, in government and politics in 1990, and a juris doctorate from the University of Maryland School of Law in 1993. He is admitted to the Maryland Bar, and he is a member of the Maryland State Bar Association. He has been a member of the Charles County Bar Association since 2002, serving on its board of directors from 2004 to 2009, as treasurer, secretary, vice president, and president, and still served in the role as president upon his appointment to the bench in 2009. Judge Talley was also a member of the Association of Trial Lawyers of America.

    Judge Talley served from 2004 to 2007 as a community judge for the Charles County Teen Court Program, where he earned the Community Judge Appreciation Award for Outstanding Service. He also served as a member of the board of directors of Jude House, Inc. In 2001, Judge Talley earned the Assistant Public Defender of the Year Award, District IV.

    “It is a great honor and a privilege to be able to serve the citizens, staff, and judges of Southern Maryland, said Judge Kenneth A. Talley, Charles County District Court.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Affordable Summer Activities at Jones Beach State Park

    Source: US State of New York

    overnor Hochul today announced a wide range of free and affordable events and activities hosted at Jones Beach State Park all summer long, including the Long Island park’s annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration. Offering Long Island residents and visitors ongoing opportunities to relax and enjoy evenings out at no or low cost, the 2025 Bandshell at Jones Beach State Park event series hosts free events at the Field 4 Boardwalk every night from June 28 to August 31 (excluding the July 4 holiday). The annual fireworks display at Jones Beach State Park will again take place on Independence Day, July 4, illuminating the sky at Long Island’s popular oceanfront park.

    “In addition to welcoming New Yorkers to its beautiful oceanfront facility for continuous outdoor recreation this summer, Jones Beach State Park is also hosting dozens of free and affordable events and activities for individuals and families to unwind and enjoy,” Governor Hochul said. “While Bandshell events kick-off prior to the July 4th holiday, this year’s Independence Day fireworks celebration is sure to deliver exciting, lifelong memories for attendees of all ages, and I strongly encourage New Yorkers to attend this remarkable summer tradition.”

    Hosting events and activities for all age groups and interests, attendees of Bandshell events can expect everything from film screenings and child-centered programming to dance nights, fitness classes, and music performances from multiple genres. 2025 Bandshell events take place 7:30 PM to 9:30 PM on weekdays, and 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM on weekend evening, free of charge.

    The Jovia Financial Credit Union 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular returns this year with fireworks going live at 9:30 PM. Costumed characters from Beauty and the Beast and Spiderman will walk the boardwalk from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM to interact and take photos with the public. A band will be playing live music from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM and then from 10:00 PM to 11:00 PM following the fireworks program.

    New York State Parks Commissioner Pro Tempore Randy Simons said, “Jones Beach State Park has been a welcoming community hub for locals and visitors for generations, and summer 2025’s free entertainment and activities build on that legacy by offering the public transformational fun for their mind, body and spirit. Where else can you be dancing bachata one night, watching a live-music performance the next, and round-out your week with a 25-minute fireworks display, an exercise class and enriching fun for the kids without breaking the bank? When it comes to incorporating healthy activity into residents’ daily lives, New York State Parks has you covered.”

    This year’s Fourth of July program, with lead sponsorship by Jovia Financial Credit Union, is also made possible with support from the Natural Heritage Trust, Foundation for Long Island State Parks Inc., Newsday, Connoisseur Media Long Island and J & B Restaurant Partners.

    Jones Beach State Park’s 2025 Bandshell concerts and Independence Day fireworks programs are free to attend. Normal parking fee of $10 per vehicle is in effect.

    The programs build on Governor Hochul’s efforts to encourage affordable outdoor recreation. The Fiscal Year 2026 Budget includes $200 million for State Parks to invest in and aid the ongoing transformation of New York’s flagship parks and support critical infrastructure projects throughout the park system.

    As a part of her 2025 State of the State agenda, Governor Kathy Hochul announced ‘Unplug and Play,’ a new effort to promote kids’ mental and physical health. The Governor will continue to rebuild the state’s social infrastructure for children by launching a holistic strategy to help support parents in steering their children away from the harms of social media and toward positive activities like youth sports, arts programs, civic engagement, and community building.

    The Governor’s ‘Unplug and Play’ initiative also earmarks $100 million for construction and renovation of community centers through the Build Recreational Infrastructure for Communities, Kids and Seniors (NY BRICKS), $67.5 million for the Places for Learning, Activity and Youth Socialization (NY PLAYS) initiative helping New York communities construct new playgrounds and renovate existing playgrounds; and an additional $90 million for the continuation of the NY SWIMS initiative including $50 million for a competitive grant program supporting municipalities in the renovation and construction of swimming facilities and $40 million for other swimming-based investments.

    Free 2025 Bandshell at Jones Beach State Park events include:

    JUNE

    Saturday, June 28, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Eclipse (Pink Floyd tribute)

    Sunday, June 29, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Zumba

    Monday, June 30, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    JULY

    Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Latin Night

    Wednesday, July 2, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, July 3, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Kids Rock Night

    Friday, 4th of July (Independence Day) – No Bandshell Events

    Saturday, July 5, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Simply Stapleton (Chris Stapleton tribute)

    Sunday, July 6, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Zumba

    Monday, July 7, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Kids Rock Night

    Wednesday, July 9, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, July 10, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Barry Walker Acoustic Rock

    Friday, July 11, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – All Revved Up (Meatloaf tribute)

    Saturday, July 12, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Ape Theory

    Sunday, July 13, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Latin Night

    Monday, July 14, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, July 15, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Jump & Jam Foam Party

    Wednesday, July 16, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, July 17, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Local School Night Mitch Paulsen

    Friday, July 18, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Southbound Writers Round + Brooke Moriber

    Saturday, July 19, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Awaken (Yes tribute)

    Sunday, July 20, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Zumba

    Monday, July 21, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, July 22, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Salsa / Bachata Class

    Wednesday, July 23, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, July 24, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Center Stage Music Center

    Friday, July 25, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Janis Joplin Experience

    Saturday, July 26, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Maxwell Peters Planet of Sound Sceneless Scene

    Sunday, July 27, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM– Zumba

    Monday, July 28, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, July 29, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Latin Night

    Wednesday, July 30, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, July 31, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – One Step Ahead

    AUGUST

    Friday, August 1, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Iriespect

    Saturday, August 2, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Jackie Guma Equilibrium

    Sunday, August 3, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM – Zumba

    Monday, August 4, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, August 5, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Kids Rock Night

    Wednesday, August 6, 2025, 7 :30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, August 7, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – 20 Highview Entertainment

    Friday, August 8, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Scarecrow (John Cougar Mellencamp tribute)

    Saturday, August 9, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Listen Up Long Island

    Sunday, August 10, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Zumba

    Monday, August 11, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, August 12, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Latin Night

    Wednesday, August 13, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, August 14, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Jump & Jam Foam Party

    Friday, August 15, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Circus Mind or Diva

    Saturday, August 16, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Mark Newman and Friends

    Sunday, August 17, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Zumba

    Monday, August 18, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, August 19, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Salsa / Bachata Class

    Wednesday, August 20, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, August 21, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Local / School Night Mitch Paulsen

    Friday, August 22, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Wonderous Stories

    Saturday, August 23, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Radio Flashback

    Sunday, August 24, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Zumba

    Monday, August 25, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Movie Night

    Tuesday, August 26, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Light Night

    Wednesday, August 27, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Line Dancing

    Thursday, August 28, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Kids Rock Night

    Friday, August 29, 2025, 7:30 PM–9:30 PM – Half Step (Grateful Dead tribute)

    Saturday, August 30, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Barometer Soup (Jimmy Buffett tribute)

    Sunday, August 31, 2025, 8:00 PM–10:00 PM–– Zumba (Last Day of the Season)

    Other affordable offerings at Jones Beach include swimming at the West Bathhouse pool ($5 for adults and $3 for children), plus bocce ball, corn hole, table tennis, miniature golf, shuffleboard, paddle tennis, pickleball and more, all ranging from $3 to $10 per person.

    Governor Hochul also encourages New Yorkers to participate in the New York State Parks Wellness Challenge echoes Governor Hochul’s initiatives in encouraging both mental wellness and outdoor recreation while also educating residents and visitors on wellness-focused activities within State Parks.

    The New York State Parks Wellness Challenge includes 50 missions that can be completed at various state parks and historic sites. The challenge is available throughout the entirety of 2025 both digitally on the Goosechase app, and physically as a printed checklist brochure at more than 250 New York State Parks facilities. Once participants finish 25 of the available 50 missions, they will receive a commemorative sticker and postcard mailed to their address as a prize.

    The New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation oversees more than 250 parks, historic sites, recreational trails, golf courses, boat launches and more, and welcomes over 88 million visitors annually. For more information on any of these recreation areas, visit  parks.ny.gov, download the free  NY State Parks Explorer app or call 518.474.0456. Connect with us on  Facebook, Instagram, X, LinkedIn, the  OPRHP Blog or via the OPRHP Newsroom.

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  • MIL-OSI: No Credit Check Loans Guaranteed Approval Direct Lender, US – New Personal Loans for Bad Credit Now Offered by Viva Payday Loans

    Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

    New York City, NY, June 27, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) —  Viva Payday Loans, a leader in providing fast and flexible loan solutions, is proud to announce its latest offerings of personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval, including expanded options for no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender services. In response to skyrocketing consumer demand for secure, transparent, and flexible emergency financing, Viva Payday Loans’ 2025 launch of guaranteed approval loans aims to help more borrowers rebuild their financial confidence and get access to cash when it matters most.

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    With the rising cost of living and growing uncertainty in today’s economy, many Americans struggle with credit challenges that leave them excluded from traditional bank loans. Viva Payday Loans recognizes this problem and has introduced a robust lineup of personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval online, making it easier for applicants with a poor or limited credit history to find quick, responsible financing.

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    “At Viva Payday Loans, we believe everyone deserves a second chance,” said Jessica Carter, Senior Product Manager. “We have designed our new guaranteed approval loans to deliver fast, safe, and accessible funds for all, including no credit check loans, guaranteed approval direct lender options, emergency loan bad credit guaranteed approval programs, and quick loan no credit check solutions.”

    ⇒ Apply Today for Guaranteed Approval Personal Loans for Bad Credit

    Meeting the Urgent Need for Financial Relief

    Millions of Americans face emergencies ranging from medical bills to car repairs and unexpected living expenses. Unfortunately, many lack the credit rating to qualify for traditional loans, which often leaves them exposed to predatory lenders and sky-high interest rates. Viva Payday Loans offers a trusted solution with its bad credit loans guaranteed approval approach, including:

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    By working with a carefully vetted network of direct lenders who specialize in no credit check emergency loans guaranteed approval, Viva Payday Loans connects customers to honest, fast solutions that respect their privacy and financial dignity.

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    Expanding No Credit Check Loans Guaranteed Approval​ Online

    Through a dedicated online portal, Viva Payday Loans has streamlined the entire loan process, making it possible to apply for no credit check loans with guaranteed approval​ from any device, 24/7. Consumers can complete an application in minutes, upload supporting documentation securely, and receive same-day decisions — sometimes even instant approvals.

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    By focusing on installment loans for bad credit, urgent loans for bad credit guaranteed approval, and bad credit personal loans guaranteed approval $5,000, Viva Payday Loans empowers borrowers to repay in predictable, budget-friendly installments rather than getting caught in unmanageable payday loan cycles.

    “Our commitment is to provide guaranteed approval loans with no hidden fees, no bait-and-switch pricing, and no games,” said Carter. “We partner with legit online loans guaranteed approval lenders who follow responsible lending practices so that borrowers can get peace of mind and a fair shot at financial stability.”

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    No Credit Check Loans Guaranteed Approval Direct Lender: How It Works

    One of the most powerful offerings from Viva Payday Loans in 2025 is the No Credit Check Loans Guaranteed Approval Direct Lender option. These programs are designed to remove the obstacles that traditional credit reporting creates. With no hard inquiry on the applicant’s credit file, borrowers can protect their existing credit scores while still accessing fast emergency funding.

    By working only with carefully screened, reputable direct lenders, Viva Payday Loans provides customers with:

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    These no credit check emergency loans guaranteed approval allow individuals to pay for critical expenses like rent, medical treatment, or utility bills without the stress of traditional bank denials or complicated loan underwriting.

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    Meeting Emergency Needs with Speed and Security

    Financial emergencies can happen to anyone. Whether it’s a broken-down car, a medical emergency, or a sudden bill that cannot wait, Viva Payday Loans understands how important speed is. Their new lineup of emergency loan bad credit guaranteed approval services is built for this exact scenario.

    The process is designed to deliver:

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    • No teletrack or invasive background checks
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    This helps borrowers handle urgent expenses without resorting to high-risk predatory payday lenders. By offering guaranteed loan approval no credit check and legitimate direct lenders, Viva Payday Loans provides a much safer, more predictable path to short-term funding.

    “We have seen too many families torn apart by financial stress,” Carter added. “Our guaranteed approval loans and no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender programs are about restoring dignity and giving people a fair chance.”

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    Flexible Personal Loans for Bad Credit with Guaranteed Approval

    For those facing larger expenses, Viva Payday Loans now offers bad credit personal loans guaranteed approval and personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval online with higher borrowing limits. Unlike payday loans that must be repaid in full on your next paycheck, these installment-style loans allow borrowers to make steady monthly payments over time.

    Highlights include:

    • Loan amounts ranging from $1,000 to $5,000
    • Flexible 3 to 24-month repayment schedules
    • Available nationwide through a trusted network of lenders
    • Zero prepayment penalties
    • No credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender partnerships

    These high risk personal loans guaranteed approval direct lenders cater to borrowers who have been turned down elsewhere and want a realistic way to manage their budgets. Whether facing an emergency or planning a big life event, these installment loans for bad credit help borrowers rebuild their credit while covering urgent costs.

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    What Makes Viva Payday Loans Different?

    In a market filled with questionable lenders, Viva Payday Loans stands apart with its unwavering commitment to transparency and ethical lending practices. The company works only with legit online loans guaranteed approval sources and prioritizes education, ensuring each applicant understands the terms before signing.

    Borrowers benefit from:

    • Fast approvals for guaranteed loan approval no credit check options
    • Upfront fee disclosures
    • Clear APR breakdowns
    • The chance to compare multiple loan offers before deciding
    • Responsive customer service to answer questions

    “We are not here to trap customers in a debt cycle,” explained Carter. “Our job is to connect borrowers with fair, responsible options, including no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender resources, so they can solve a problem without creating a bigger one.”

    ⇒ Start Your No Credit Check Loan Application Today with Viva Payday Loans!

    Addressing a National Need: Helping Bad Credit Borrowers Access Guaranteed Approval Loans

    Viva Payday Loans’ 2025 launch comes as more Americans than ever struggle with rising costs and limited credit access. According to the latest national data, millions of borrowers with fair or poor credit cannot qualify for mainstream bank financing, leaving them vulnerable to predatory lenders who charge hidden fees and triple-digit interest rates.

    By introducing a suite of bad credit loans guaranteed approval options, including no credit check loans guaranteed approval online and installment loans for bad credit, Viva Payday Loans is changing that equation. These guaranteed approval loans empower people to get the cash they need, on their terms, without fear of exploitation.

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    “We know life happens,” said Carter. “People should not have to risk their security or dignity to borrow a few hundred or a few thousand dollars in an emergency. With our guaranteed approval loans and no credit check emergency loans guaranteed approval products, we can help consumers get back on track.”

    The company’s partnerships with tribal loans direct lender guaranteed approval and high risk personal loans guaranteed approval direct lenders ensure customers are matched to the right loan type and repayment plan for their situation. Whether the need is a $500 quick loan no credit check for a sudden bill or a larger bad credit personal loan guaranteed approval $5,000 for critical repairs, the options are flexible, secure, and transparent.

    ⇒ Get Same Day Funding Personal Loans for Bad Credit from Viva Payday Loans!

    Growing Demand for Instant Loans Online with Guaranteed Approval

    Consumer data shows that speed is a priority for today’s borrowers. Viva Payday Loans has responded with instant loan solutions, providing approvals and funds in as little as 24 hours through partnerships with instant payday loans online guaranteed approval lenders.

    Key benefits of these programs include:

    • Quick, secure applications from any device
    • Access to emergency loans no credit check within hours
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    This emphasis on instant loans online guaranteed approval reflects Viva Payday Loans’ mission to remove unnecessary delays and make sure clients can pay urgent bills, avoid utility shutoffs, or keep their vehicles running with minimal stress.

    “Emergencies don’t wait,” said Carter. “Our personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval and emergency loan bad credit guaranteed approval programs are about putting money in people’s hands when they actually need it.”

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    Commitment to Consumer Education and Responsible Lending

    As part of the 2025 launch, Viva Payday Loans is also rolling out a comprehensive education initiative to help borrowers understand their options. Topics include:

    • How to use no credit check loans guaranteed approval responsibly
    • Building a repayment strategy
    • Avoiding high-risk debt cycles
    • Recognizing the differences between guaranteed approval loans and predatory payday products

    The company’s goal is to help each applicant choose a personal loan or installment loan that fits their life, not one that creates long-term hardship.

    Through articles, videos, and live support, Viva Payday Loans aims to teach customers how to evaluate no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender terms and avoid scams in the marketplace.

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    Partnership Highlights for 2025

    Viva Payday Loans has partnered with a network of highly trusted lenders for 2025, focusing on ethical, transparent lending. These partners include:

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    By leveraging these partnerships, Viva Payday Loans ensures a broad range of options for applicants, from bad credit auto loans guaranteed approval to emergency loans online guaranteed approval and even bad credit mortgage loans guaranteed approval through specialized lending sources.

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    More About Viva Payday Loans’ 2025 Mission

    As a trusted voice in the short-term lending space, Viva Payday Loans wants to rebuild confidence for people who have been left behind by traditional banks. Their mission is clear: to deliver personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval online with fairness, transparency, and speed.

    By 2025, Viva Payday Loans has positioned itself as a champion of borrower rights, fighting against predatory lending practices and supporting educational initiatives. From guides about guaranteed loan approval no credit check to step-by-step tools for evaluating interest rates, the brand aims to give every applicant the knowledge to make empowered decisions.

    Viva Payday Loans also announced that it will roll out even more no credit check loans guaranteed approval online resources, expanding video tutorials, financial literacy workshops, and partnerships with community non-profits.

    “Education is the foundation,” emphasized Carter. “A payday loan or installment loan should solve a short-term problem, not create a lifelong trap. That’s why we work with the most transparent no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender partners in the country.”

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    Empowering Consumers with Transparent Lending

    Through its guaranteed approval programs, Viva Payday Loans is rewriting what people think about emergency loans. Many consumers believe “no credit check loans” or “bad credit personal loans” automatically mean sky-high interest rates and endless debt cycles. Viva Payday Loans is working to break that myth.

    By partnering with direct lenders that follow fair-lending rules and consumer-protection guidelines, the company helps borrowers get the help they need without falling into shady, high-pressure repayment plans.

    Applicants can compare multiple offers on one secure platform, review installment loans for bad credit options, and ask questions before accepting a loan. In this way, Viva Payday Loans combines the power of fintech with a human-centered approach to lending.

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    A Look at Future Lending Innovations

    Beyond 2025, Viva Payday Loans is planning new tools to expand guaranteed approval services even further. Potential future expansions may include:

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    These forward-thinking products will help meet diverse borrower needs while maintaining the same core principles of speed, transparency, and trust.

    “We will continue to innovate,” Carter confirmed. “Our customers deserve options, fairness, and dignity. That is exactly what we intend to deliver.”

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    Key Benefits of Viva Payday Loans in 2025

    To summarize, here’s what borrowers can expect from Viva Payday Loans:

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    Final Thoughts: Reimagining Access to Emergency Credit in 2025

    With its expanded offerings of personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval, no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender programs, and emergency loan bad credit guaranteed approval solutions, Viva Payday Loans is rewriting the rules of short-term lending in 2025.

    Borrowers no longer have to rely on inflexible, outdated systems or face rejection due to past credit mistakes. Whether you’re seeking online loans for bad credit guaranteed approval, instant payday loans online guaranteed approval, or no credit check installment loans guaranteed approval direct lender options, Viva Payday Loans provides access to fast funding from sources that prioritize clarity and fairness.

    “At the end of the day, this is about giving people back control of their lives,” said Jessica Carter, Viva Payday Loans’ Senior Product Manager. “We believe that a denied credit score should not mean a denied future. With our expanded lineup of guaranteed approval loans, people can now get real help — without shame, without delays, and without unreasonable terms.”

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    Frequently Asked Questions

    To further support transparency for consumers, Viva Payday Loans includes these frequently asked questions as part of its 2025 launch announcement:

    What does “personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval” really mean?

    Personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval refer to financial products specifically built for individuals with low or damaged credit scores. With Viva Payday Loans, these loans come with a guaranteed evaluation and a streamlined approval process, so more applicants can be considered fairly.

    Are no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender options safe?

    Yes, when you work with a trusted brand like Viva Payday Loans, no credit check loans guaranteed approval direct lender options are designed to be safe. The lenders are carefully screened, use transparent pricing, and comply with strict data protection standards.

    Can I really get an emergency loan bad credit guaranteed approval on the same day?

    In many cases, yes. Viva Payday Loans works with lenders who provide emergency loans online guaranteed approval with funding in as little as 24 hours. In some cases, you may see same-day payouts depending on your bank’s processing times.

    What is the difference between installment loans for bad credit and payday loans?

    An installment loan for bad credit offers a repayment plan spread over weeks or months, while a payday loan is usually due in full on your next paycheck. Viva Payday Loans offers both options, but encourages borrowers to consider installment loans for bad credit as they tend to be more manageable and predictable.

    Are there no credit check emergency loans guaranteed approval?

    Yes, Viva Payday Loans connects borrowers with lenders who do not perform a hard credit pull, providing no credit check emergency loans guaranteed approval to help you avoid damaging your credit score further.

    How much can I borrow with personal loans for bad credit guaranteed approval?

    Loan amounts typically range from $300 to $5,000, depending on income, state rules, and lender criteria. Higher amounts may be available through bad credit personal loans guaranteed approval $5,000 offers.

    What makes Viva Payday Loans different from other online loan services?

    Viva Payday Loans is committed to responsible lending, working only with legit, transparent guaranteed approval loans providers. There are no hidden fees, and you can compare offers in real time without pressure.

    Media Contact & Further Information

    About Viva Payday Loans:

    Viva Payday Loans is a U.S.-based loan connection service specializing in responsible short-term lending solutions, including no credit check loans guaranteed approval, bad credit personal loans guaranteed approval, and emergency loan bad credit guaranteed approval options. Committed to ethical lending and consumer empowerment, Viva Payday Loans connects borrowers with reliable, licensed lenders in real time.

    Media Contact:
    Company: Viva Payday Loans
    Attn: Jessica Carter, Senior Product Manager
    Email: media@vivapaydayloans.com
    Address: 1801 Norman Street, Los Angeles, CA 90022, USA
    Phone: +1 323-278-4198
    Website: https://www.vivapaydayloans.com

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Senator Coons statement on Mahmoud v. Taylor

    US Senate News:

    Source: United States Senator for Delaware Christopher Coons

    WASHINGTON – U.S. Senator Chris Coons (D-Del.) issued the following statement in response to the Supreme Court’s decision in Mahmoud v. Taylor, which decided that parents with religious objections can opt their children out of public school instruction that references same-sex marriage and gender identity:

    “The Supreme Court’s decision today will put an additional burden on our schools and teachers at a time when they are already underfunded and strained to the breaking point. 

    “This decision will be weaponized by the loudest voices in school districts across the country, forcing schools to appease them at the risk of silencing all other voices. Respecting one family’s religious liberty should not mean denying another family the freedom to learn.

    “The world around us will not simply disappear because we ban schools from teaching how it works. This decision tells Americans that certain families and certain kids don’t deserve the same respect as others. Instead of supporting those who most need it, the Court’s opinion pushes them further away. I will keep fighting for all Delawareans’ access to an education that prepares them to thrive.”

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Lawler Joins Krishnamoorthi to Introduce Bipartisan Bill to Expand Access to Mental Health Services for Children In Schools

    Source: US Congressman Mike Lawler (R, NY-17)

    Washington, D.C — 6/26/25… Today, Congressman Mike Lawler joined Congressman Raja Krishnamoorthi (IL-08) in introducing the Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act, bipartisan legislation with the goal of aiding schools in connecting students with the mental health services needed to succeed and thrive. Students and young people continue to face unprecedented mental health challenges inside and outside of school, with pressure and stress impacting Americans across the country. This legislation seeks to ensure all students, particularly those in underserved communities and under-resourced school districts, have access to appropriate and timely care.

    Also joining Congressman Krishnamoorthi in introducing this bipartisan bill are Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), Congressman Greg Landsman (OH-01), and Congresswoman Janelle Bynum (OR-08).

    “Students across the country are facing a growing mental health crisis, and we have a responsibility to ensure they’re not navigating it alone. The Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act will help break down barriers to care, especially for students in rural and underserved communities, by expanding access to telehealth in our schools. I’m proud to join Rep. Krishnamoorthi and our colleagues in delivering resources for our students and schools,” Congressman Lawler said.

    “Our school systems are lifelines of support when young people need mental health care and don’t know where to turn,” Congressman Krishnamoorthi said. “Currently, most American school districts are unequipped to support our children, but our Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act will fill in the gaps and connect young people with the mental health services they need. By investing in the mental health of America’s future generations, we are setting all students up for success, regardless of their background or where they live.”

    “The youth mental health crisis is one of the defining challenges of our time, and schools cannot tackle it without real support,” Congressman Fitzpatrick said. “The Connecting Students to Mental Health Services Act delivers targeted, high-impact resources—especially for underserved communities—to ensure students get the care they need. As Co-Chair of the Bipartisan Mental Health and Substance Use Disorder Task Force, my priority is to advance solutions like this that strengthen our system and ensure every student has a clear path to support, stability, and success.”

    “Getting students better access to mental health resources is so important,” Congressman Landsman said. “As a former teacher and the son of teachers, I’ve seen firsthand what’s happening in our classrooms – and know how much more we can do. Expanding access to care in our schools, especially through telehealth, will give our students what they need to be stronger and healthier. And when it’s easier to connect with professionals to work through what they’re facing, they’re in a much better position to succeed in school and life.”

    “As a mom of four, I know how essential providing mental health services to students is to their success. We need to make sure we are investing in America’s youth, and that starts with making sure they can succeed in the classroom,” Congresswoman Bynum said. “That’s why I’m so proud to introduce the Connecting Students with Mental Health Services Act which takes important steps towards providing this vital care to our students in rural and high-poverty areas, ensuring they have the resources they need to thrive now and for generations to come.”

    The legislation would support partnerships between public schools and community-based mental health providers by:

    • Establishing a grant program through the Department of Education to fund school-based mental health coordination initiatives;
    • Supporting the hiring and training of school mental health professionals and liaisons;
    • Helping schools create referral pathways to community providers and expand access to tele-mental health options.

    The legislation has been endorsed by leading mental health and education organizations, including the School Superintendents Association (AASA), National Association of Secondary School Principals, National Association of Elementary School Principals, and National Association of Social Workers.

    Congressman Lawler is one of the most bipartisan members of Congress and represents New York’s 17th Congressional District, which is just north of New York City and contains all or parts of Rockland, Putnam, Dutchess, and Westchester Counties. He was rated the most effective freshman lawmaker in the 118th Congress, 8th overall, surpassing dozens of committee chairs.

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    Full text of the bill can be found HERE.

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  • MIL-OSI United Nations: 27 June 2025 Departmental update Partners unite to launch WHO Disability Health Equity

    Source: World Health Organisation

    WHO has launched the WHO Disability Health Equity Initiative, a landmark global initiative to advance health equity for over 1.3 billion people with disabilities.

    Unveiled on 10 June 2025, at the United Nations Headquarters in New York during the 18th session of the Conference of States Parties to the Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities, the initiative marks a bold step toward achieving health equity for all. The initiative aims to guide governments, health institutions, and communities in addressing barriers to care, promoting inclusive policies, and strengthening data and research on disability and health. Over 150 participants—government leaders, civil society, academia, and persons with disabilities—gathered in person, while many more joined online.

    Darryl Barrett, WHO’s Technical Lead on Disability presented a bold vision for the initiative. He discussed persistent systemic failures – political inaction, underinvestment, fragmented collaboration, and the exclusion of organizations of persons with disabilities – as critical barriers to progress. “Health systems are not fit-for-purpose,” Barrett said. “If we agree on Health for All, then we must agree that services must be inclusive and accessible. Right now, we can’t say that with confidence.”

    The Initiative is built around four strategic pillars:

    1. Leadership by persons with disabilities and their organizations
    2. Political prioritization of disability-inclusive health
    3. Inclusive health systems and service delivery
    4. Strengthening data and evidence

    Barrett also outlined how this new initiative will facilitate strategic engagement with key partners to advance health equity for persons with disabilities, including through a multi-stakeholder network, partnerships with the private sector, technical guidance development, and support for country-level implementation. He emphasized that WHO’s work has been shaped by years of collaboration with diverse partners, including organizations of persons with disabilities. “We at WHO haven’t done this by ourselves,” Barrett noted. “The strong presence of partners – both in the room and online – reflects the shared commitment needed to drive meaningful, lasting change.”

    David Duncan, Special Olympics athlete and Chair of the Global Athlete Leadership Council, delivered a powerful testimony about the discrimination people with intellectual and developmental conditions often face in health care. “Invisible, unknown, disrespected… but I know it’s possible to do better – and that’s something everyone deserves,” Duncan said.

    Norway’s Minister of Culture and Equality, Lubna Jaffery, issued a powerful call to action, urging governments to close health access gaps and uphold the rights of persons with disabilities. Emphasizing access to health services, reproductive autonomy for women with disabilities, and expanded availability of assistive products, Jaffery affirmed Norway’s leadership in disability-inclusive development. “Inclusion is not just a policy, it is a principle and we are committed to making it a reality for all.”

    Sweden’s Director-General of the Agency for Participation, Malin Ekman-Aldén, echoed this commitment, stressing that advancing health equity for persons with disabilities is a human rights imperative. She highlighted Sweden’s continued investments in inclusive development and welcomed the WHO initiative as a key driver of accountability, better data, and systemic change.

    Dirk Platzen, Director at Australia’s Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, underscored the need for political leadership in building inclusive health systems. Introducing Australia’s new International Disability Equity and Rights Strategy, he called for recognition of health as a fundamental human right, not a privilege.

    Representing Germany, Michael Schloms of the Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development emphasized international collaboration, sustainable financing, and shared responsibility. Reflecting on Germany’s experience hosting global disability events and co-leading the Global Disability Summit, he reaffirmed support for the initiative and the Amman-Berlin Declaration.

    Speakers from civil society, funding agencies, and academia highlighted the importance of funding, civil society engagement, and academic research in sustaining momentum and ensuring accountability. Ola Abualghaib, Director of the Global Disability Fund, emphasized the Fund Strategy’s alignment with the new WHO initiative. Hannah Loryman, Co-Chair of the International Disability and Development Consortium UN Task Force, stressed the vital role of civil society in advocacy, technical input, and accountability. Bonnielin Swenor, Director of the Disability Health Research Center at Johns Hopkins University, highlighted academia’s responsibility to advance disability health equity through inclusive research, education, and community engagement. She called for a paradigm shift from “living with a disability” to “thriving with a disability,” driven by data and implementation science.

    This initiative offers a pathway to making better choices – choices that ensure dignity, autonomy, and the right to health for all persons with disabilities.

    Jarrod Clyne / Deputy Director of the International Disability Alliance

    Audience members raised critical issues including the need for sustainable health system funding in humanitarian crises, the inclusion of Deaf people and persons with a psychosocial condition, the importance of training health professionals, digital health acccessibility, and support for independent living – highlighting the diverse and intersectional challenges that must be addressed to achieve true health equity for persons with disabilities.

    Jarrod Clyne, Deputy Executive Director of the International Disability Alliance, closed the event by stressing the importance of persistence, partnership, and shared responsibility. “This initiative offers a pathway to making better choices – choices that ensure dignity, autonomy, and the right to health for all persons with disabilities,” he said.

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  • MIL-OSI USA: Dingell Announces $20.5 Million in NSF Grants for the University of Michigan

    Source: United States House of Representatives – Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (12th District of Michigan)

    Congresswoman Debbie Dingell (MI-06) today announced that the University of Michigan at Ann Arbor will receive $20,539,108 in grant funding from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to support a wide range of research initiatives. The funding will advance work in critical areas including artificial intelligence, quantum photonics, neuroscience, wildfire and flood response, social science, advanced manufacturing, cyber-physical systems, and more.

    “The University of Michigan continues to lead in innovation that addresses real-world challenges and drives economic growth,” said Dingell. “These investments will support breakthrough research across diverse fields, from improving public safety and infrastructure to exploring new materials and technologies to strengthening Michigan’s role as a national leader in science and innovation while building a smarter, healthier, and more sustainable future.”

    Projects receiving funding include:  

    • $31,443.00 for Doctoral Dissertation Research: The fitness impact of female social resource competition

    • $20,000.00 for Broadening Student Participation to the 7th Annual Learning for Dynamics and Control Conference (L4DC25); Ann Arbor, Michigan; 4-6 June 2025

    • $20,000.00 for A Conference on the Geometry, Topology, and Dynamics of Infinite-Type Surfaces

    • $66,962.00 for Bootcamp for the 2025 Algebraic Geometry Summer Research Institute

    • $70,007.00 for RAPID: 2025 Southern California Fires Embers Project: Crowdsourcing Data on the Distribution and Transport of Firebrands

    • $302,965.00 for SBIR Phase I: Turmeric Assisted Pressure Sterilization

    • $499,742.00 for ACED: GRAM-CAROLINE: Grammar-Reinforced AI Modeling with Conditional Autoencoder and Relevance-Oriented Learning for Interpretable knowledge Extraction

    • $20,000.00 for IUCRC Planning Grant University of Michigan: Cyber and Terrorism Insurance Studies (CATIS) Center

    • $500,000.00 for CPS: Small: Lifted Hybridization: A New Representation for Efficient Control and Verification of Cyber-Physical Systems

    • $31,500.00 for Doctoral Dissertation Research: Craft Specialization and Economic Organization

    • $35,000.00 for Conference: CBMS Conference: Strong Matrix Properties and the Inverse Eigenvalue Problem

    • $1,000,000.00 for IUCRC Phase I University of Michigan: Center for Digital Twins in Manufacturing (CDTM)

    • $750,000.00 for Collaborative Research: CS2: A Comprehensive Pipeline for Formal Verification of Floating-Point Errors and Compilation for Scientific Computing

    • $500,000.00 for ACED: A Unified Framework of Physics-informed and Domain-Adapted Generative Diffusion Model for Efficient and Reliable Nanophotonics Inverse Design

    • $599,998.00 for CAREER: Topography-mediated Immunomodulation for Implant-associated Infections

    • $640,000.00 for High-Intensity Tunable Light by Frequency Upshifting in Plasma Waves

    • $690,000.00 for CAREER: Empowering People Who are Blind to Create Personal Assistive Technology

    • $600,000.00 for CAREER: Bringing Structure to the Unstructured: Robust Causal and Statistical Modeling of High-dimensional Unstructured Data

    • $599,491.00 for CAREER: Data-Driven Extrusion-Based Robotic Three-Dimensional Printing of Reinforced Concrete

    • $1,753,908.00 for Research Infrastructure: Leveraging the Research Data Ecosystem for ICPSR’s Comprehensive Data Archive

    • $25,000.00 for Conference: Modern Perspectives in Representation Theory

    • $9,250.00 for Conference: Travel support for trainees to attend Dynein 2025; Ann Arbor, Michigan; 22-24 July 2025

    • $1,244,153.00 for SBIR Phase II: Ubiquitous Flood Forecasting using Sensors and Analytics

    • $10,024,230.00 for Expanding the Industries of Ideas: Understanding the link between research investments, jobs, and skills

    • $205,596.00 for Collaborative Research: NERC-NSFGEO–Constraining Longwave Energy Flows in Cold Climates (CLEFCC)

    The National Science Foundation(NSF) supports research, innovation, and discovery that provides the foundation for economic growth in this country. By advancing the frontiers of science and engineering, our nation can develop the knowledge and cutting-edge technologies needed to address the challenges we face today and will face in the future.

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