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MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Veterans rally round to revamp war memorial garden

Source: City of Wolverhampton

The project at Bilston War Memorial Garden was launched by Falklands Conflict veteran Neil Binder and his wife Wendy who, with the support of fellow residents and friends, have been busy creating a tranquil and reflective space.

Neil has also used the project to help him with his post traumatic stress disorder related to his military experience, as he finds gardening relaxing and calm.

He said: “We want to make this space welcoming and comfortable for people to come and sit, ponder and reflect, so Wendy and I and a few friends got together and decided to make it look a little bit prettier.

“For the last 2 years, we’ve dug and planted and begged and borrowed and put money in from our own pockets to get plants in here and make it a nice, presentable place, as well as a welcome on the route into Bilston town centre.”

The project has been financed mainly by Neil and Wendy and supported by the City of Wolverhampton Council, while Edward Howell Galvanisers donated 3 tonnes of soil to fill 2 of the raised planters earlier this year.

There are currently 4 raised beds at Bilston War Memorial Garden, with thousands of bulbs, wildflower and poppy seeds planted. Members of the Wolverhampton Armed Forces and Veterans Breakfast Club have helped with the planting and labouring, and Neil is keen that the local community, schools and companies get involved and help with the maintenance of the site going forward.

Neil added: “This is a safe space for anyone who would like to use it, and where they can relax, reflect and take in the surroundings. If everything blooms as we hope, there will be plenty of interest and plenty of colour.”

Mayor of Wolverhampton Councillor Linda Leach, who visited the garden recently, said: “I am delighted that the council has been able to support this project because the site has military heritage and it is important to honour and remember those who have paid the ultimate sacrifice.”

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Global: Mixed emotions – neuroscience is exploring how your brain lets you experience two opposite feelings at once

Source: The Conversation – USA – By Anthony Gianni Vaccaro, Postdoctoral Research Associate in Psychology, USC Dornsife College of Letters, Arts and Sciences

Can you hold a positive emotion simultaneously with a negative one? Dimitri Otis/Stone via Getty Images

Countless parents across the country recently dropped their kids off at college for the first time. This transition can stir a whirlwind of feelings: the heartache of parting, sadness over a permanently changed family dynamic, the uncertainty of what lies ahead – but also the pride of seeing your child move toward independence. Some might describe the goodbye as bittersweet, or say that they’re feeling mixed emotions.

In that scenario, what would you do if I asked you to rate how you felt on a scale from 1-9, with 1 being the most negative and 9 the most positive? This question seems silly given the circumstances – how should you rate this blend of bad and good? Yet, this scale is what psychology researchers often use to survey feelings in scientific studies, treating emotions as either positive or negative, but never both.

I’m a neuroscientist who studies how mixed emotions are represented in the brain. Do people ever truly feel both positive and negative at the same time? Or do we just switch quickly back and forth?

What emotions do for you

Scientists sometimes define emotions as states of the brain and body that motivate you toward or away from things. People typically experience them as either positive or negative.

If you’re walking in the woods and see a bear, your heart rate and breathing accelerate, giving you the urge to flee – likely helping you make a decision that keeps you alive. Many scientists would label that reaction as the emotion of “fear.”

Similarly, warm feelings around loved ones make you want to stay around them and nurture those relationships, helping strengthen your social network and support system.

This approach-and-avoid view of emotions helps explain why emotions evolved and how they affect decision-making. Scientists have used it as a guiding principle when trying to figure out the biology behind emotions.

But mixed emotions do not fit into this framework. If opposite biological systems inhibit each other, and if emotions are biological, you can’t experience opposites in the same moment. This reasoning would mean it’s impossible to hold two opposite emotions at once; you must instead be flipping back and forth. Ever since scientists proposed the first theories on the biological foundations of emotion, this is how they’ve conceptualized mixed emotions.

The pride, love and sadness that mingle when a parent drops off a child at college comprise a classic mixture of emotions.
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Untangling the biology of mixed emotions

Mainstream methods for measuring feelings still treat positive and negative as opposite sides of a spectrum. But researchers find that study participants commonly report mixed emotions.

For instance, people across cultures experience some feelings, such as nostalgia and awe, as simultaneously positive and negative.

One research group found that volunteers’ physiological responses – such as heart rate and skin conductance – display unique patterns during experiences that are both disgusting and funny, compared with either category separately. This implies that disgusted and amused reactions are indeed occurring simultaneously to create something new.

In a seemingly contradictory finding, research that used functional magnetic resonance imaging, or fMRI, to study brain responses to disgusting humor did not find a pattern of brain activity that was distinct from plain disgust. The brain states of people reporting being both disgusted and amused seemed to reflect only disgust – not a unique pattern for a new mixed emotion.

But fMRI studies generally rely on averaging brain activity across people and time. The heart of the question – experiencing truly mixed emotions versus fluctuating between positive and negative states – concerns what the brain is doing over time. It is possible that by looking at the average brain activity across time, scientists end up with a pattern that looks a lot like one emotion – in this case, disgust – but are missing important information about how activity changes or stays the same second-to-second.

Mixed emotions in the brain

To dig in to that possibility, I ran a study to see whether mixed emotions were related to a unique brain state that held steady over time.

While in the MRI machine, participants watched a bittersweet animated short film about a young girl’s lifelong pursuit, with her father’s support, to become an astronaut. Spoiler alert: Her dad dies. After scanning, those same subjects rewatched the video and labeled the exact times they had felt positive, negative and mixed emotions.

Researchers looked for brain areas with above average (red) or below average (blue) activity during moments in Taiko Studio’s ‘One Small Step’ that elicited mixed emotions.
Taiko Studios and University of Southern California Dornsife Office of Communications

My colleagues and I discovered that mixed emotions didn’t show unique, consistent patterns in deeper brain areas like the amygdala, which plays an important role in quick responses to emotionally important items. Strikingly, the insular cortex, a part of the brain that connects deeper brain regions with the cortex, had consistent and unique patterns for both positive and negative emotions, but not for mixed ones. We took this finding to mean that regions such as the amygdala and insular cortex were processing positive and negative emotions as mutually exclusive.

But we did see unique, consistent patterns in cortical regions such as the anterior cingulate, which plays an important role in processing conflict and uncertainty, and the ventromedial prefrontal cortex, which is important for self-regulation and complex thinking.

These brain regions in the cortex that carry out more advanced functions appear to represent much more complex states, allowing someone to truly feel a mixed emotion. Brain regions such as the anterior cingulate and ventromedial prefrontal cortex integrate many sources of information – essential for being able to form a mixed emotion.

Our findings also fit with what scientists know about brain and emotional development. Interestingly, kids do not begin to understand or report mixed emotions until later in childhood. This timeline matches up with what researchers know about how development of these brain regions leads to more advanced emotional regulation and understanding.

What happens next

This study revealed something new about how complex feelings are formed in the brain, but there is much more to learn.

Mixed emotions are so interesting, in part, because of their potential role during important life events. Sometimes, mixed emotions help you cope with big changes and turn into cherished memories. For example, you may experience both positive and negative feelings when your friends throw a big going away party before you move to another city for your dream job.

Other times, mixed emotions are an ongoing source of distress. Even if you know you should break up with a romantic partner, that doesn’t mean all the positive feelings you have about them automatically go away, or that a split won’t bring some pain.

What leads to this difference in outcome? Might these differences have to do with how the brain represents these mixed emotional states over time? A better understanding of mixed emotions might help people make sure these kinds of strong feelings become cherished memories that help them grow, instead of a distressing goodbye they fail to get over.

Anthony Gianni Vaccaro 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. Mixed emotions – neuroscience is exploring how your brain lets you experience two opposite feelings at once – https://theconversation.com/mixed-emotions-neuroscience-is-exploring-how-your-brain-lets-you-experience-two-opposite-feelings-at-once-234994

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Global: Here’s how to maintain healthy smartphone habits

Source: The Conversation – USA – By Shelia R. Cotten, Provost’s Distinuished Professor of Sociology, Anthropology and Criminal Justice and Communication, Clemson University

Do you have a healthy relationship with your phone? Morsa Images/DigitalVision via Getty Images

What is the first thing you do in the morning after you awaken? Many people immediately check their phones for notifications of messages, alerts and social media updates by their social ties.

Ninety-seven percent of U.S. adults report owning a cellphone, with 90% reporting that they own a smartphone.

While some researchers and media outlets portray phone use as detrimental, the reality is that the effects of technology use, including phones, vary depending on multiple factors. These include the amount, type, timing and purpose of that use. What is best for one group may not be best for another when thinking about technology use.

As a researcher who studies technology use and quality of life, I can offer some advice to hopefully help you thrive in a phone-saturated world. Some people may struggle with how to effectively use smartphones in their daily lives. And many people use their phones more than they think they do or more than they would like at times.

1. Monitor your use on a weekly basis

If the hours per day are increasing, think about why this is the case and whether this increased use is helping or hurting your everyday activities. An aspect of digital literacy is understanding your usage patterns.

2. Consider how you can use these devices to make your life easier

Using a smartphone can help people access online information, schedule appointments, obtain directions, communicate through a variety of mechanisms and potentially be in constant contact with their social ties.

This availability and access to information and social ties can be beneficial and help people juggle work and family responsibilities. However, it may also be related to work intensification, information overload, decreased well-being and the blurring of work/nonwork boundaries.

Weighing the pros and cons of use may help you understand when your phone use is beneficial versus detrimental.

3. Silence nonessential notifications and alerts

Do you really need to know that an old friend from high school messaged you on Facebook at that particular moment?

4. Select particular times during the day for social media

Be deliberate about when you allow yourself to use your phone for social media and other activities. Knowing these times each day may help you concentrate as well as help you to use your phone in more useful and productive ways.

This is a good way to disrupt your sleep.
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5. Avoid phone use at bedtime

Don’t look at your phone last thing before going to sleep or first thing when you awaken. Have you ever checked email one last time before going to sleep, only to find a message that gets your mind racing and ends up impeding your rest?

6. Choose when not to use your phone

Set times and situations when you are not going to use your phone.

Some of my research has shown that using your phone when in the presence of others who are not using devices, particularly older adults, can be perceived as rude, deter communication and induce distress. My colleagues and I termed this situation the physical-digital divide.

7. Find your own phone-use balance

Don’t compare yourself with others in terms of amount of use but be cognizant of when your use is beneficial versus perhaps leading you to feel stressed or distracted.

8. Moderate phone-as-distraction

Using your phone as a distraction is OK, but do it in moderation. If you find yourself constantly turning to your phone when you are bored or working on something that is hard, try to find ways to maintain your focus and overcome the challenges you are experiencing.

Using your phone as a distraction isn’t necessarily bad – if you don’t overdo it.
Aja Koska/E+ via Getty Images

9. Set boundaries

Let your immediate social ties know that you are not going to be checking your phone constantly. While people often expect immediate responses when they message others, the reality is that the majority of messages do not need an immediate response.

10. Be a savvy consumer of online information

This is not exclusive to phones, but it is relevant given the proportion of people who report using their mobile phones and other digital devices to access news and social media. In the era of mis- and disinformation, being critical of information found online is a necessity.

These suggestions can help you to be more cognizant of how much you are using your phone as well as the reasons you are using it. It’s important for your well-being to be a critical consumer of technology and the information you glean from using your devices, particularly your ever-present mobile phone.

Shelia R. Cotten currently receives funding for her research from The National Science Foundation.

– ref. Here’s how to maintain healthy smartphone habits – https://theconversation.com/heres-how-to-maintain-healthy-smartphone-habits-236555

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 09/23/2024, 11:58 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the RU000A100VG7 (SUEK-F1P3R) security were changed.

MIL OSI Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

09/23/2024

11:58

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on September 23, 2024, 11:58 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 97.62) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 999.1 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 6.25%) of the RU000A100VG7 (SUEK-F1P3R) security were changed.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI USA: Burchett requests Dan Bongino testify on Trump security failures

Source: United States House of Representatives – Congressman Tim Burchett (R-TN)

WASHINGTON, D.C., (Sept. 23, 2024) – U.S. Congressman Tim Burchett (TN-02) sent a letter to House Oversight Committee Chairman James Comer (KY-01) requesting he bring in Dan Bongino to testify in a hearing on the U.S. Secret Service (USSS) security failures that led to two assassination attempts on former President Trump.

“Whether it is because of malice or gross incompetence, the USSS has twice failed in its mission of protecting the former president. Furthermore, current leaders at the USSS are not transparent with Congress. That is why I respectfully encourage the Committee to hold a hearing on these assassination attempts with former special agent Bongino,” said Rep. Burchett in the letter.

Dan Bongino served as a New York police officer from 195 to 1999 and with the USSS from 1999 to 2011. He has been extensively covering the details of the assassination attempts and the failures of the USSS on his popular podcast, the Dan Bongino Show.

Rep. Burchett’s full letter can be found here.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 09/23/2024, 11-12 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the security RU000A0JXXD3 (Rosnft1P6) were changed.

MIL OSI Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

09/23/2024

11:12

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC), on September 23, 2024, 11-12 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 106.65) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1145.68 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 11.25%) of the security RU000A0JXXD3 (Rosnft1P6) were changed.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Translation: Prime Minister Justin Trudeau meets with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres

MIL OSI Translation. Canadian French to English –

Source: Prime Minister of Canada – in French

Yesterday, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres on the margins of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly.

The Prime Minister congratulated the Secretary-General on the adoption of the Compact for the Future, and the two leaders discussed progress towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). As Co-Chair of the SDG Advocates Group and the SDG Stimulus Leaders Group, the Prime Minister reaffirmed his commitment to promoting global action towards the SDGs. He stressed the urgency of financing for development in support of the SDGs and the need for innovative approaches and tools to address multidimensional challenges.

The Prime Minister and the Secretary-General exchanged views on priority global issues and persistent challenges that threaten the rules-based international order. They reiterated their strong support for democracy and the promotion of global peace and stability.

Regarding the situation in the Middle East, the two leaders reaffirmed the need for an immediate ceasefire and expressed deep concern over the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. They agreed on the importance of defining a path towards lasting peace between Israelis and Palestinians, and recalled the importance of upholding international humanitarian law, ensuring that humanitarian assistance reaches conflict-affected areas and protecting civilians.

Prime Minister Trudeau and Secretary-General Guterres discussed the situation in Haiti and agreed on the need for continued and sustained support to the transitional government and the United Nations-authorized Multinational Security Support Mission.

Prime Minister Trudeau underscored Canada’s unwavering support for Ukraine and our commitment to working with our international partners to mitigate the global impact of Russia’s illegal and unjustifiable invasion.

Secretary-General Guterres thanked Prime Minister Trudeau for Canada’s continued support for the United Nations. The two leaders agreed to stay in touch and continue working together, including in advance of Canada’s G7 presidency next year.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Translation: In October in Geneva, let’s cultivate democracy!

MIL OSI Translation. Government of the Republic of France statements from French to English –

Source: Switzerland – Canton Government of Geneva in French

From October 4 to 12, 2024, Geneva invites the population to “Cultivate Democracy” as part of the 10th edition of its traditional week celebrating popular sovereignty. A rich and varied program, intended for all audiences, is offered by the many public and private entities gathered for the occasion around this theme.

Democracy Week 2024 Logo

With over forty partners and nearly as many events, including thirty-two open to the public, Democracy Week 2024 promises to be a must-attend event for anyone interested in civil rights. Two separate programs will be offered: one for the general public, the other reserved for schools.

Multiple themes

The population will have a wide choice of activities available: conferences, debates, workshops, round tables, exhibitions or even guided tours and evening discussions. Among the many themes proposed, visitors will be able to explore local, Swiss and international democracy; take an interest in the awakening of citizen consultation; try to determine the implications of digital technology and artificial intelligence on our democracies; reflect on the impact of democracy on the youngest, with the celebration of the hundred years of children’s rights; encourage the political participation of the greatest number or discover the behind the scenes of political communication. Finally, they will have the opportunity to discuss ways to improve our society through foresight and the role of philanthropy in democratic societies.

Distinguished guests

Eminent personalities will participate in this new edition. To name but a few, let us mention Federal Councillor Beat Jans, Professor Loïc Blondiaux, specialist in local democracy, Irene Khan, United Nations Special Rapporteur on the promotion and protection of the right to freedom of opinion and expression, Pascal Crittin, Director General of RTS and Professor Rodney Benson, specialist in electoral communication from New York University, who will discuss the upcoming American elections.

Join us and cultivate democracy with us during this 10th edition of Democracy Week in Geneva!

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Russia: Financial News: Mortgage Borrower Protection Standard to Take Effect in January 2025

MIL OSI Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Central Bank of Russia –

The Committee on Standards for the Activities of Credit Institutions approved the Standard for the Protection of the Rights and Legitimate Interests of Mortgage Borrowers, agreed upon with the Bank of Russia.

The main goal of the document is to minimize the spread of high-risk mortgage lending schemes and to ensure that banks provide borrowers with more detailed information about the terms of the loan and the risks associated with it.

The standard, in particular, is aimed at preventing cases when banks send funds issued under a mortgage loan not to an escrow account, but to a letter of credit, where they then remain for a long time and are not used for their intended purpose. A ban on long-term placement of funds of mortgage borrowers in letters of credit will reduce the risks of citizens, since in letters of credit, unlike escrow accounts, funds are not protected by the deposit insurance system.

The down payment cannot include the amount that will be returned to the buyer after purchasing the apartment (cashback). The purpose of these requirements is for the buyer to pay the down payment using his own funds, since the less of them, the higher the risk that he may overestimate his strength and ultimately lose both the money and the apartment.

The bank will not have the right to receive compensation from the seller (developer) for setting a reduced interest rate on a mortgage if this leads to an increase in the price of the property.

The mortgage standard sets out the principles for determining the terms of a mortgage agreement, and describes what the lender must take into account when determining the loan amount, term, possible fees, and other parameters. It is recommended to conclude mortgage loan agreements for a term of no more than 30 years and for an amount no higher than 80% of the fair value of the mortgaged item.

The document also describes what information the bank is obliged to disclose to the borrower in an understandable form before concluding the agreement and what risks to warn about. The credit institution is obliged to answer the borrower’s questions about the mortgage loan and related services.

The standard will become mandatory for banks from January 1, 2025 and will apply to contracts concluded after this date. From January 1, banks will also be required, when receiving a reward from a borrower for setting a reduced interest rate, to honestly inform him of the difference in the total cost of the loan, so that when making a decision, the borrower understands whether this service is beneficial for him. The bank will also have to return the unused portion of such reward in the event of early repayment of the loan.

Standards Committee was createdin May 2024, two-thirds of which consists of representatives of banks and banking associations.

Preview photo: Valentin Antonov / TASS

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Fast Stream retains a top spot in graduate employer ranking
Source: United Kingdom – Executive Government & Departments

The Civil Service accelerated development scheme ranked Number 2 in the Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2024.
The Civil Service Fast Stream has again proven its excellence by ranking second in the newest edition of The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers 2024.

The programme has retained this spot for the second year in a row.

The Times Top 100 Graduate Employers book showcases the most sought-after graduate employers in the UK. The ranking is based on interviews with over 14,000 graduates who left university this year.

Diverse experiences across different postings

Tom Willcocks, a 24-year-old Digital, Data, Technology and Cyber fast streamer from Hertfordshire, said:

“The Fast Stream has genuinely enabled me to succeed and make a good impact anywhere I go. It provided early responsibility, diverse experiences across different postings and excellent training opportunities to develop both technical skills and leadership capabilities for delivering value and serving the needs of the public.”

World-leading graduate programme

Beaulah Chadwick, Deputy Director of Fast Stream and Emerging Talent, said:

“This continued recognition reinforces the Fast Stream’s reputation as a world-leading graduate programme and strengthens our ability to attract the very best graduates. It’s a testament to the hard work and dedication of our team and partners.”

Applications open midday 10 October 2024. Register your interest now.

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Published 23 September 2024
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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Security: Indictment Charges Two in $230 Million Cryptocurrency Scam

Source: Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) State Crime Alerts (b)

WASHINGTON – An indictment was unsealed today charging Malone Lam, 20, of Miami, FL and Los Angeles, CA, and Jeandiel Serrano, 21, of Los Angeles, CA, with conspiracy to steal and launder over $230 million in cryptocurrency from a victim in Washington, D.C. Lam, a citizen of Singapore who goes by the online monikers “Anne Hathaway” and “$$$”, and Serrano, who uses “VersaceGod” and “@SkidStar”, were arrested last night and are appearing in U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida and the Central District of California, respectively, today.

The arrests and indictment were announced by U.S. Attorney Matthew M. Graves, FBI Acting Special Agent in Charge David Geist of the Washington Field Office’s Criminal and Cyber Division, and Executive Special Agent in Charge Kareem A. Carter of the Internal Revenue Service – Criminal Investigation (IRS-CI) Washington, D.C. Field Office.

According in the indictment, since at least August 2024, Lam, Serrano, and others conspired to carry out cryptocurrency thefts and to launder the stolen crypto currency through exchanges and mixing services. The conspirators would fraudulently gain access to victim cryptocurrency accounts and then transfer victim funds into their possession. They laundered the proceeds, including by moving the funds through various mixers and exchanges using “peel chains,” pass-through wallets, and virtual private networks (VPNs) to mask their true identities. Lam and Serrano then allegedly spent the laundered cryptocurrency proceeds on international travel, nightclubs, luxury automobiles, watches, jewelry, designer handbags, and rental homes in Los Angeles and Miami. In one instance, on August 18, 2024, Lam, Serrano, and their conspirators contacted a victim in D.C. and, through the communications with that victim, fraudulently obtained over 4,100 Bitcoin (worth over $230 million at the time).

This ongoing investigation is being handled by the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Columbia, the FBI’s Washington Field Office, and the IRS-Criminal Investigation Washington Field Office. Significant investigative and operational support was provided by the FBI’s Los Angeles and Miami Field Offices.

An indictment is merely an allegation and all defendants are presumed innocent until proven guilty beyond a reasonable doubt in a court of law.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Russia: Financial news: 09/23/2024, 14-35 (Moscow time) the values of the upper limit of the price corridor and the range of market risk assessment for the RU000A0JWVL2 security (EuroplanB7) were changed.

MIL OSI Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

Source: Moscow Exchange – Moscow Exchange –

09/23/2024

14:35

In accordance with the Methodology for determining the risk parameters of the stock market and deposit market of Moscow Exchange PJSC by NCO NCC (JSC) on September 23, 2024, 14:35 (Moscow time), the values of the upper limit of the price corridor (up to 106.57) and the range of market risk assessment (up to 1151.1 rubles, equivalent to a rate of 10.0%) of the RU000A0JWVL2 (EuroplanB7) security were changed.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: USNS Lucy Stone Christened as MSC’s Newest Fleet Replenishment Oiler

Source: United States Navy

SAN DIEGO — The fleet replenishment oiler USNS Lucy Stone (T-AO 209), the Military Sealift Command’s newest ship, was christened during a ceremony at the General Dynamics NASSCO shipyard in San Diego, Calif., today.

The event was attended by Secretary of the Navy, Carlos Del Toro; Meredith Berger, Assistant Secretary of the Navy for Energy, Installations and Environment; Vice Adm. John F. G. Wade, commander, U.S. THIRD Fleet; Vice Adm. Jeffrey Jablon, Deputy Chief of Naval Operations for Installations and Logistics; Rear Adm. Thomas J. Anderson, Program Executive Officer, Ships; Capt. Micah Murphy, commander, Military Sealift Command Pacific; U.S. Merchant Marine Capt. Lee Apsley, Stone’s civil service master; as well as executives and employees of NASSCO San Diego.

The ship honors American suffragist Lucy Stone, who joined other notable advocates such as Elizabeth Cady Stanton, Susan B. Anthony, Ernestine Rose, and Antoinette Brown Blackwell to petition for suffrage and abolition in the 19th century. Her efforts as a founder of the Women’s National Loyal League were essential to the passage of the Thirteenth Amendment abolishing slavery.

“In choosing to name this ship after Lucy Stone, Secretary Mabus and Secretary Berger knew the legacy of this remarkable woman, who dedicated her life to freedom and to equality for all, “said Deborah Donnley Simmons, Stone co-sponsor. “Her legacy will continue to be told, as this ship sails throughout the world.”

The official christening moment happened when the ship’s co-sponsors, Alicia Aadnesen
Deborah Donley Simmons broke a bottle of champagne over the ship’s bow with the words, “For the United States of America, I christen you the USNS Lucy Stone. May God bless this ship and all who sail on her.” Following the christening moment, the ship blew her horns and slid down the rails, amid a fanfare of music from the Navy Band Southwest and red, white and blue streamers.

“The enduring legacy of Lucy Stone as a trailblazer in the women’s rights movement remains an indelible source of inspiration today,” said Mabus. “How extraordinary that all of these years later, today, our United States Navy is headed-up by the Chief of Naval Operations, a female by the name of Adm. Lisa Franchetti. It would not have been possible if it had not been for the efforts of Lucy Stone.”

The 746-foot Stone is the fifth ship in the new John Lewis-class previously known as the TAO(X). This class of oilers has the ability to carry 162,000 barrels of diesel ship fuel, aviation fuel and dry stores cargo. The upgraded oiler is built with double hulls to protect against oil spills and strengthened cargo and ballast tanks and will be equipped with a basic self-defense capability. The Lewis-class of oilers will replace the current Kaiser Class fleet replenishment oilers as they age out of the MSC fleet. The ship will be manned by a crew of about 100 civilian Merchant Mariners, sailing under the operational control of MSC.

“In order to maintain sustained operations at sea, our Navy warships rely on Military Sealift Command’s Combat Logistics Fleet,” said Mabus. “Despite the challenges posed by shortfalls in numbers, MSC continues to play a vital roll in supporting our nation’s logistics readiness. I thank all of our Merchant Mariners for answering our national call to maritime service, and for their ongoing efforts to recruit and maintain our critical capabilities!”

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: U.S. Navy EOD advances exMCM capabilities with Allies and partners at Exercise Sea Breeze 2024

Source: United States Navy

VARNA, Bulgaria – Explosive Ordnance Disposal Mobile Unit (EODMU) 8 and Mobile Diving and Salvage Company (MDS) 2-3 operated alongside NATO allies and partners at Exercise Sea 24-3, Sept. 9-20, 2024. This collaborative exercise aims to address the current maritime mine threat, collective demining capabilities, and effective means of enhancing Black Sea regional maritime security.

In its 23rd iteration, Sea Breeze is an annual, multinational maritime exercise, originally co-hosted by Ukraine and U.S. 6th Fleet to enhance interoperability and capabilities among participating forces.

For Sea Breeze 24.3, U.S. 6th Fleet led the pre-planning and coordinated logistics, and EODMU 8, a subordinate command of Commander Task Force (CTF) 68 headquartered in Rota, Spain, led the planning and execution, sharing extensive expeditionary mine countermeasure (exMCM) knowledge and capabilities with NATO allies and partners. Countries participating, observing, or mentoring during Sea Breeze 24-3 included Bulgaria, Denmark, Estonia, France, Georgia, Japan, Norway, Romania, Sweden, Türkiye, Ukraine, and U.S.

U.S. Navy expeditionary forces such as EODMU 8 have had a consistent presence in the Black Sea and have a longstanding history of training alongside partner nations on tactics, techniques, and procedures for mine threat operations in order to enhance our shared lethality and support freedom of navigation.

“EOD Mobile Unit 8 operates consistently with outstanding professionalism, and every member of the Thunderstealer team plays a critical role in ensuring mission success,” said Cmdr. John Kennedy, commander, EOD Mobile Unit 8. “Exercises like Sea Breeze allow us to share our knowledge, techniques, and best practices with our NATO Allies and partners for enhanced agility and interoperability in future mine countermeasure operations and demining the Black Sea.”

Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February 2022, Allied and partner nations have counter charged over 100 floating mines. As this threat increases, EOD forces have a responsibility to prepare for a large-scale post-conflict demining effort.

“Our goal for this year’s Sea Breeze is to improve freedom of navigation in the Black Sea region for the security and stability of the Black Sea nations,” said Vice Adm. Thomas Ishee, commander, U.S. 6th Fleet. “We’ll do this through continued training and by enhancing interoperability to counter the floating mine threat in the Black Sea.”

The mines in the Black Sea region pose a significant danger to civilian ships, disrupt exports, and threaten freedom of navigation.

“Due to the ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict, there is currently a mine concern in international waters, and our job is to mitigate that,” said Kennedy. “We’ve shown our standards to our partners and allies, we’ve practiced our techniques shoulder-to-shoulder, and that builds confidence when we are called to mitigate explosive threats in the Black Sea. Our support to Ukraine has never been stronger.”

In response to the current mine threat, NATO members Bulgaria, Romania, and Türkiye joined forces to tackle this issue through the Mine Countermeasures Task Group Black Sea (MCM Black Sea).

Collaboration between NATO members in support of MCM Task Group Black Sea underscores the importance of collective security efforts to restore safety and stability in the region.

Multinational exercises like Sea Breeze are a tangible representation of the agility and cooperation made possible through partnership in the dynamic security environment of the Black Sea.

“The greatest value we’ve gained from Sea Breeze is an understanding how each unit of action operates, and then learning to operate together in order to be the most lethal combined force in a future conflict,” said Lt. Jon Miller, EOD company commander, EODMU 8. “We’re able to enhance the tactics, techniques, and procedures of all participating units at the exercise, and then flex those capabilities in the event of real-world operations.”

Mobile Diving and Salvage Unit (MDSU) 2, a subordinate command of EODGRU 2, is also participating in Sea Breeze 24-3, with a focus on diving and salvage training. MDS Company 2-3, currently deployed to U.S. 6th Fleet, trained alongside partners and Allies from Ukraine and Romania on surface supplied diving, underwater cutting and welding, and other skills to enhance harbor clearance and battle damage repair capabilities.

“Operating and exchanging knowledge on battle damage repair in this area of operations is our unit’s first opportunity to train the techniques and capabilities in a region with real world implications,” said Chief Navy Diver Michael Christensen, company master diver, MDSU 2. “We are in the Black Sea, doing this with the Ukrainian salvage divers, and their military is currently engaged in conflict. After Sea Breeze, they can return to the fight and utilize these skills for harbor clearance.”

Navy EOD is the only community with mine warfare as a core competency, and our capabilities directly support deterrence of aggression, promote freedom of navigation and stability, and contribute directly to the fight for sea control. Our unique ability to conduct explosive ordnance disposal operations and clear hazards underwater make Navy EOD crucial in a future fight for sea control – protecting our own and our partners’ bases, harbors and sea lanes, sea transport capabilities, mobility and combat strength.

CTF 68 provides explosive ordnance disposal operations, naval construction, expeditionary security, and theater security efforts in the 6th Fleet area of responsibility.

EODGRU 2 operates as part of Navy Expeditionary Combat Command and provides skilled, capable, and combat-ready deployable Navy EOD and Navy Diver forces around the globe to support a range of operations.

Details of Sea Breeze 2024 activities and imagery are available at http://www.c6f.navy.mil and https://www.dvidshub.net/feature/seabreeze24.

For the full collection of photos of EODGRU2 operating at Sea Breeze 2024, and news about U.S. Navy EOD, visit https://www.dvidshub.net/unit/EODG-2.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI USA: Alaska Congressional Delegation Welcomes $277 Million in Fishery Disaster Funding for Alaska

US Senate News:

Source: United States Senator for Alaska Lisa Murkowski
09.23.24
Washington, DC – U.S. Senators Lisa Murkowski and Dan Sullivan (both R-AK) and Representative Mary Sattler Peltola (D-AK) welcomed the announcement of $277 million in funding for Alaska fishery disasters from the U.S. Department of Commerce. Funding for a number of salmon and crab fisheries from 2020-2023 will be transmitted to the Pacific States Marine Fisheries Commission for distribution to fishermen, their crews, seafood processors, and communities impacted by these fishery disasters.
“There is no question that fisheries and coastal communities in Alaska need help as they navigate catastrophic fishery collapses,” Senator Murkowski said. “Although I am grateful our fishermen and communities will finally see some relief, for many it might be too little too late. After years of waiting, some have already moved onto other professions, and in some cases have even left the state. I will continue working with my colleagues to pass legislation to streamline the process so these regulatory delays are a thing of the past. I am hopeful this assistance will help Alaska’s hardworking fishermen recover from a devastating few years so they can get back on the water and return to their active role in this critical industry.”
“I’m glad to see this significant batch of federal relief dollars finally being distributed to our hard-working fishermen and coastal communities,” said Senator Sullivan. “These Alaskans should never have had to wait this long to see this relief processed—a frustration I raised with Commerce Secretary Gina Raimondo and NOAA Fisheries Director Janet Coit on numerous occasions in recent months. The Commerce Department must address the serious disruptions caused by their new financial management system and other bureaucratic hurdles. I have put forward legislation with Senator Rick Scott to enact timelines on the executive branch’s approval process for these disasters to ensure our fishermen are receiving the relief dollars they are due in a timely fashion. We need this funding to expeditiously reach Alaskans so that they can weather these disasters over the long-term and continue to responsibly harvest the freshest, most sustainable seafood in the world.”
“Our fishermen and fishing families have suffered enough the last few years – when disaster strikes, it only sets us back further,” said Rep. Peltola. “This funding is critical in helping our fisheries recover and support the communities all over Alaska, and beyond, that rely on their seafood product output.”

Fishery Disaster

Allocation

Alaska Gulf of Pacific Cod Fishery 2020

$17,772,540

Alaska 2018 East Side Setnet Salmon and 2020 Upper Cook Inlet Salmon Fisheries
Alaska Copper River and Prince William Sound Salmon Fisheries, 2018 and 2020

$43,730,937

Alaska Bering Sea Crab Fisheries, 2021/2022
Alaska Norton Sound Red King Crab Fisheries, 2020 and 2021
Alaska Bering Sea Crab Fisheries, 2022/2023

$193,915,406

Alaska Chignik Salmon Fishery, 2021

$4,989,902

Alaska Norton Sound Salmon Fisheries 2021
Alaska Kuskokwim River Salmon Fishery, 2021
Alaska Copper River/Prince William Sound Salmon Fisheries, 2020

$16,998,673

Background:
On November 15, 2022, the Alaska delegation sent a letter to Secretary Raimondo in support of Governor Dunleavy’s 2020-2023 fishery disasters declarations.
On November 17, 2022, Senators Murkowski and Sullivan, along with Senators Cantwell and Murray (both D-Wash.), sent a letter to Secretary Raimondo requesting a federal disaster for several crab fisheries.
On December 16, 2022, the Department of Commerce determined that fishery disasters have occurred in numerous Alaska fisheries, allowing this funding to be distributed to fishermen and their crews, seafood processors, and research initiatives in regions that experienced fishery disasters.
On May 15, 2024, Senator Murkowski pressed Secretary Raimondo during a Commerce, Justice, Science, and Related Agencies Appropriations to share an update regarding fisheries disaster funding.
On May 23, 2024, Senator Sullivan organized and Senator Murkowski and Representative Peltola participated in an Alaska Seafood Industry Roundtable with Secretary Raimondo at the U.S. Department of Commerce to facilitate dialogue between state industry leaders and the Department.
On September 4, 2024, Sens. Murkowski and Sullivan joined Sen. Ted Cruz (R-Texas) and several colleagues in sending a letter to the Department of Commerce (DOC) demanding answers regarding the implementation of the DOC’s new financial management system that has delayed financial relief for fishery disasters.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI USA: Vermont Delegation Introduces Bill to Redraw Boundaries of the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park in Woodstock

US Senate News:

Source: United States Senator Peter Welch (D-Vermont)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Vermont Congressional Delegation, Senator Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.), Senator Peter Welch (D-Vt.), and Representative Becca Balint (VT-At-Large) introduced the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Establishment Act Amendments Act, legislation that extends the boundary of the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historic Park to include the neighboring King Farm, which is currently owned by the Vermont Land Trust.
“The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is a treasure for Vermont and our nation,” said Senator Sanders. “Vermont’s forests and working farms have always been vital to our economy and critical to our character as a state. I’m pleased this bill will continue Vermont’s conservation legacy by expanding this park and helping to conserve land for agriculture, forestry, and educational purposes for future generations.”
“The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park is a unique example of how decades of conservation and stewardship have shaped our landscape and Vermont Values. As Vermont’s first and only national park, this park plays an important role in conserving and educating folks about out state’s rich agricultural heritage,” said Senator Welch. “By expanding the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP to include the King Farm, our bill will create new enrichment opportunities and ensure that future generations can continue to enjoy and appreciate this historical treasure.”
“In Vermont, we care deeply about the preservation, stewardship, and the future of our parks and lands,” said Rep. Balint. “I’m proud to take action to strengthen this partnership and ensure that King Farm has the resources it needs for trail maintenance, conservation, and land management. I’m grateful to work with Senator Welch and Sanders and our shared commitment to our state’s outdoor recreation.”
Located in Woodstock, the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP preserves a significant historical, agricultural, and natural landscape. The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP became Vermont’s first and only national park when it opened its doors to the public in 1998. The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP commemorates the historical contributions of its namesakes—George Perkins Marsh, Frederick Billings, and Mary French Rockefeller—preserves Vermont’s proud agricultural heritage, and conserves native forestland ecosystems. It also provides countless educational opportunities for visitors, protects archaeological sites, and showcases historic architecture.
The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Establishment Act Amendments Act would expand resources for the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP’s Stewardship Institute to support educational programing, research, community engagement, and conservation efforts. Additionally, the bill would authorize the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller NHP to acquire the King Farm from willing property owners in the future, without requiring its sale.
The Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Establishment Act Amendments Act is endorsed by the Vermont Land Trust and has the support of the Town of Woodstock:
“The Town of Woodstock is happy with this legislation as we have an outstanding and cooperative relationship with the National Park Service and our residents enjoy all the activities and services they currently offer,” said Eric Duffy, Municipal Manager, Town of Woodstock. “The Park is a massive tourist draw and a vital part of our community.”
“We welcome the opportunity to partner more closely with NPS in enhancing access to land and programming at King Farm. The timing aligns perfectly with our efforts to raise funds and invest in King Farm, alongside community partners,” said Tracy Zschau, President and CEO, Vermont Land Trust.
Learn more about the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Historical Park Establishment Act Amendments Act.
Read the full text of the bill.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Security: Defense News: U.S., Egyptian Naval Forces Conducts Inaugural Eagle Defender Exercise in Red Sea

Source: United States Navy

For the first time, U.S. and Egyptian naval forces integrated unmanned systems in a bilateral maritime exercise to uphold the international rules-based order while ensuring maritime security in the Red Sea. Scenarios included: explosive ordnance disposal, mine countermeasures, harbor defense, and the integration of unmanned systems.

The Arleigh Burke-class guided-missile destroyer USS Michael Murphy (DDG 112) sailed alongside Egyptian Navy ships during the exercise while several other units also participated.

This is one of many exercises the U.S. military participates in every year with partner nations in the Middle East to enhance partnerships and strengthen interoperability. The combined exercise is designed to broaden levels of cooperation, support long-term regional security, and enhance Egyptian Naval Force interoperability with U.S. naval forces.

The U.S. 5th Fleet area of operations encompasses nearly 2.5 million square miles of water area and includes the Arabian Gulf, Gulf of Oman, Red Sea, parts of the Indian Ocean and three critical choke points at the Strait of Hormuz, Suez Canal and Bab al-Mandeb.

For more information, contact U.S. Naval Forces Central Command Public Affairs at m-ba-cusnc-publicaffairs@us.navy.mil.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI USA: NASA Astronaut Tracy C. Dyson, Crewmates Return from Space Station

Source: NASA

NASA astronaut Tracy C. Dyson completed a six-month research mission aboard the International Space Station on Monday, returning to Earth with Roscosmos cosmonauts Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub.
The trio departed the space station aboard the Soyuz MS-25 spacecraft at 4:36 a.m. EDT Monday, Sept. 23, making a safe, parachute-assisted landing at 7:59 a.m. (4:59 p.m. Kazakhstan time), southeast of the remote town of Dzhezkazgan, Kazakhstan.
While aboard the orbiting laboratory, Dyson conducted multiple scientific and technology activities including the operation of a 3D bioprinter to print cardiac tissue samples, which could advance technology for creating replacement organs and tissues for transplants on Earth. Dyson also participated in the crystallization of model proteins to evaluate the performance of hardware that could be used for pharmaceutical production and ran a program that used student-designed software to control the station’s free-flying robots, inspiring the next generation of innovators.
Dyson launched on March 23 and arrived at the station March 25 alongside Roscosmos cosmonaut Oleg Novitskiy and spaceflight participant Marina Vasilevskaya of Belarus. Novitskiy and Vasilevskaya were aboard the station for 12 days before returning home with NASA astronaut Loral O’Hara on April 6.
Spanning 184 days in space, Dyson’s third spaceflight covered 2,944 orbits of the Earth and a journey of 78 million miles as an Expedition 70/71 flight engineer. Dyson also conducted one spacewalk of 31 minutes, bringing her career total to 23 hours, 20 minutes on four spacewalks.
Kononenko and Chub, who launched with O’Hara to the station on the Soyuz MS-24 spacecraft last September, spent 374 days in space on a trip of 158.6 million miles, spanning 5,984 orbits. Kononenko completed his fifth flight into space, accruing a record of 1,111 days in orbit, and Chub completed his first spaceflight.
Following post-landing medical checks, the crew will return to the recovery staging city in Karaganda, Kazakhstan. Dyson will then board a NASA plane bound for the agency’s Johnson Space Center in Houston.
Learn more about space station activities by following @space_station and @ISS_Research on X, as well as the ISS Facebook, ISS Instagram, and the space station blog.
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Claire O’Shea / Julian ColtreHeadquarters, Washington202-358-1100claire.a.o’shea@nasa.gov / julian.n.coltre@nasa.gov
Sandra JonesJohnson Space Center, Houston281-483-5111sandra.p.jones@nasa.gov

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI USA: ICYMI: Sue Altman flip-flops on police

Source: US National Republican Congressional Committee

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September 23, 2024

In case you missed it… New York Post reported last week that extreme Democrat Sue Altman scrubbed her old tweets advocating for defunding the police.

This comes as she tried to distance herself in a recent interview but the internet lasts forever.

Read more here and below.

NJ Dem House candidate Sue Altman flip-flops on police and public safety in resurfaced social media posts

New York Post

September 19, 2024

New Jersey House Democratic candidate Sue Altman has disavowed several anti-law enforcement policies — including the “Defund the Police” movement — that she backed in past social media posts.

The former boss of the Garden State’s progressive Working Families Party has modified her past stances, telling NJ Spotlight News in an interview last week that she is “not in favor of defund the police.”

[…]

But as her campaign to unseat Republican Rep. Tom Kean in New Jersey’s 7th District was heating up last fall, a Democratic campaign operative tweeted out a screenshot showing she supported defunding the police — a post that has since been deleted.

“NJ’s Sheriffs … are overwhelmingly white and male, snuggled in w[ith] our massive county government, and control HUGE budgets,” Altman posted on Twitter, now X.

“Those of us working on #DefundThePolice in Jersey might consider looking here,” she added.

The screenshot did not include a date, but the profile image matches Altman’s Twitter profile photo between 2019 and 2021, according to archived posts from her account.

[…]

The Altman campaign did not immediately respond to a request for comment.

[…]

Read the full article here.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI United Kingdom: Zoë Garbett response to Met’s ‘Race Action Plan’: If anti-racism starts now, how have officers been policing in the meantime?

Source: Mayor of London

In response to the Metropolitan Police (Met) announcement of a new Race Action Plan, which promises a “communities-first, frontline focused, inclusive” policing model for Londoners, Green Party London Assembly Member Committee Zoë Garbett issued the following statement:

“I want to express my respect for the efforts of the many Londoners who contributed to the development of this new policy.

“However, I am deeply concerned that it has taken the Met almost two years to take a stand against racism after Baroness Casey’s initial report. Additionally, I fear that this new plan fails to address the most important demands of Londoners.

“The data is clear. Londoners do not want safer strip-searching policies for children: they want to prohibit strip-searching of all children.

“Overcoming the entrenched racism in the Met will require much more than just a shiny press release.”

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI: Mark Cuban Foundation Brings Free AI Bootcamp to New York City Teens

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

NEW YORK, Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp. Applications for the no-cost bootcamp, held in New York, are closing September 30.

The Mark Cuban Foundation is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in New York. With a custom and highly relevant curriculum focused on teaching students about the latest developments in the world of AI and Generative AI, the camp will provide the tools to make these technologies work for them and promises to educate, inspire and fuel the next generation of AI professionals.

The program aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence and its applications to future careers. Students can select from six tracks: healthcare, arts and entertainment, business and entrepreneurship, computer science, sports science, or education and career readiness. Driven by the belief that fostering interest in AI at a young age is crucial for preparing the next generation for their future, the AI Bootcamps are introductory and accessible to students in 9-12 grade with an interest in technology. Students do not need any familiarity with computer science or programming to attend.

This free AI Bootcamp is hosted for underserved high school students with a transparent focus on recruiting girls, students of color, first generation college students, and those from low to moderate income households.

“As AI continues to become an undeniable force in all of our lives, it’s crucial that we open the door to this knowledge, especially to young people who want to explore it,” said Mark Cuban, founder. “While technology expands and becomes more advanced, it becomes more critical that we ensure our students are prepared when they apply for schools or jobs in the future. This bootcamp will offer an avenue to explore this fascinating field of technology to any student, no matter their means.”

This year’s bootcamp, taking place in New York on November 2nd, 9th, and 16^th, will provide students with lunch and a snack, transportation assistance, and technology equipment during bootcamp.

There is just one week left until the September 30 deadline. Do not miss your chance—submit your application now, as spaces are limited.

Apply for the bootcamp at: markcubanai.org.

Watch Mark Cuban’s message about Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI bootcamps and access the full media kit here.

To learn more, visit markcubanai.org.

Media Contact:
Bishop.wash@markcubanai.org

This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp Program’s media partner, Notified, a globally trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations and marketing professionals.

About Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI Bootcamp Initiative
The Mark Cuban Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private non-profit led by entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban. The AI Bootcamps Program at MCF seeks to inspire young people with emerging technology so that they can create more equitable futures for themselves and their communities. Over 3 consecutive Saturdays underserved 9^th -12^th grade students learn what AI is and isn’t, where they already interact with AI in their own lives, the ethical implications of AI systems, and much more. Learn more about the no-cost AI Bootcamp program at markcubanai.org.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Russia: Polytechnic at the international forum “Partnership Days” in Samarkand

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Source: Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University – Peter the Great St Petersburg Polytechnic University –

The delegation of the Polytechnic University visited the forum “Partnership Days”. It was held on the day of the celebration of the foundation (September 21, 1420) of the Samarkand State University.

SSU is one of the key partners of our university, with which research activities are carried out with the release of joint high-quartile publications in international co-authorship, exchange of postgraduate students and interns, holding summer schools. In 2023, a joint scientific, educational and technological center, as well as SPbPU and SSU signed a partnership agreement and a roadmap for 2023-2025.

Festive events, various exhibitions and intellectual games were held in Samarkand. A parade of faculties took place, where students presented their achievements in science and education.

A solemn ceremony dedicated to the university’s birthday was held at the Samarkand Youth Center. Head of the International Education Department Evgeniya Satalkina handed over a congratulatory note from the rector of SPbPU, academician of the Russian Academy of Sciences Andrey Rudskoy.

Samarkand State University is the flagship of the education system of Uzbekistan, one of the leading scientific clusters, providing its unique potential and atmosphere for educating a new generation in the spirit of careful attitude to national traditions, but relying on advanced knowledge and the latest technologies. Our universities are good partners and good friends. Professors, staff and students of SPbPU and SSU are in close interaction and successfully carry out joint activities in many areas, – noted Evgeniya Vasilyevna.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI USA: SBA Offers Disaster Assistance to Businesses and Residents of Illinois Affected by July Storms

Source: United States Small Business Administration

WASHINGTON – Low-interest disaster loans from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) are available to businesses and residents in Illinois following the announcement of a Presidential disaster declaration for severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds and flooding that occurred on July 13-16.

“SBA’s mission-driven team stands ready to help Illinois small businesses and residents impacted by this disaster in every way possible under President Biden’s disaster declaration for certain affected areas,” said SBA Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman. “We’re committed to providing federal disaster loans swiftly and efficiently, with a customer-centric approach to help businesses and communities recover and rebuild.”

The disaster declaration covers Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washinton, Will and Winnebago counties which are eligible for both Physical and Economic Injury Disaster Loans from the SBA. Small businesses and most private nonprofit organizations in the following adjacent counties are eligible to apply only for SBA Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs): Boone, Bureau, Clinton, Dekalb, DuPage, Grundy, Jefferson, Kane, Kankakee, Kendell, Knox, Lake, Madison, Marion, Mason, McDonough, McHenry, Mercer, Monroe, Ogle, Peoria, Perry, Randolph, Rock Island, Schuyler, Stark, Stephenson, Tazewell, Warren and Whiteside in Illinois; Lake in Indiana; St. Louis in Missouri; and Green and Rock in Wisconsin.

Disaster survivors should not wait to settle with their insurance company before applying for a disaster loan. If a survivor does not know how much of their loss will be covered by insurance or other sources, SBA can make a low-interest disaster loan for the total loss up to its loan limits, provided the borrower agrees to use insurance proceeds to reduce or repay the loan.

Businesses and private nonprofit organizations of any size may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.

For small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, small businesses engaged in aquaculture and most private nonprofit organizations, the SBA offers Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) to help meet working capital needs caused by the disaster. Economic Injury Disaster Loan assistance is available regardless of whether the business suffered any physical property damage.

Disaster loans up to $500,000 are available to homeowners to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate. Homeowners and renters are eligible for up to $100,000 to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed personal property.

Interest rates are as low as 4% for businesses, 3.25% for nonprofit organizations, and 2.688% for homeowners and renters, with terms up to 30 years. Interest does not begin to accrue, and monthly payments are not due, until 12 months from the date of the initial disbursement. Loan amounts and terms are set by the SBA and are based on each applicant’s financial condition.

Building back smarter and stronger can be an effective recovery tool for future disasters. Applicants may be eligible for a loan amount increase of up to 20% of their physical damages, as verified by the SBA for mitigation purposes. Eligible mitigation improvements may include a safe room or storm shelter, sump pump, French drain or retaining wall to help protect property and occupants from future disasters.

“The opportunity to include measures to help prevent future damage from occurring is a significant benefit of SBA’s disaster loan program, said “Francisco Sánchez, Jr., associate administrator for the Office of Disaster Recovery and Resilience at the Small Business Administration. “I encourage everyone to consult their contractors and emergency management mitigation specialists for ideas and apply for an SBA disaster loan increase for funding.”

With the changes to FEMA’s Sequence of Delivery, survivors are now encouraged to simultaneously apply for FEMA grants and the SBA low-interest disaster loan assistance to fully recover.  FEMA grants are intended to cover necessary expenses and serious needs not paid by insurance or other sources. The SBA disaster loan program is designed for your long-term recovery, to make you whole and get you back to your pre-disaster condition.  Do not wait on the decision for a FEMA grant; apply online and receive additional disaster assistance information at sba.gov/disaster.

Applicants may also call the SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or send an email to disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services.

The filing deadline to return applications for physical property damage is Nov. 19, 2024. The deadline to return economic injury applications is June 20, 2025.

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About the U.S. Small Business Administration 

The U.S. Small Business Administration helps power the American dream of business ownership. As the only go-to resource and voice for small businesses backed by the strength of the federal government, the SBA empowers entrepreneurs and small business owners with the resources and support they need to start, grow or expand their businesses, or recover from a declared disaster. It delivers services through an extensive network of SBA field offices and partnerships with public and private organizations. To learn more, visit www.sba.gov.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI: Rapid7 Adds Extended Ecosystem Support of Third-Party Detections to Managed Detection and Response
Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

BOSTON, Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Rapid7, Inc. (NASDAQ: RPD), a leader in extended risk and threat detection, today announced the addition of third-party detections for defense in-depth with Managed Threat Complete (MTC), the company’s Managed Detection and Response (MDR) solution. Rapid7’s global service now includes coverage for CrowdStrike Falcon, SentinelOne Singularity Endpoint, and Microsoft Defender for Endpoint.

Native endpoint security has always been part of Rapid7’s defense-in-depth approach. Now, by enriching and layering SOC expertise with third-party endpoint detections, MTC delivers a more comprehensive defense of the customer’s extended ecosystem.

Rapid7’s MDR service goes beyond endpoint telemetry alone and leverages its leading next-gen SIEM foundation to integrate and correlate diverse telemetry across the attack surface – endpoint, network, user, cloud. This wider coverage, combined with Rapid7’s expertise, provides critical context and faster investigations for more effective response for the modern attack surface. The additional endpoint support announced today builds on Rapid7’s strategy to provide modern attack surface monitoring across endpoint, cloud service providers, identity and access management, and network security solutions.

“Our leading next-gen SIEM allows Rapid7 to process broad telemetry and was purpose built to operationalize our SOC expertise to deliver unparallelled clarity for our MDR service,” said Craig Adams, chief product officer at Rapid7. “Adding third-party detection support to Managed Threat Complete deepens our visibility across a customer’s environment, which in turn helps us respond even more quickly and efficiently to threats.”

With the addition of extended ecosystem monitoring, customers can connect the supported tools in their environment to MDR for triage, investigation, and response. Rapid7’s SOC analysts now can better serve customers with:
- Enhanced Visibility: With coverage for third-party event sources, the need to manually normalize information across a customer’s technical environment is eliminated, saving time and giving teams confidence that their full attack surface is covered.
- Reduced Noise: Detect threats across all phases of the MITRE ATT&CK framework and modern threat landscape – without more noise. Realize high efficacy detections with operationalized threat intelligence and expertise.
- Optimized Response: With broader telemetry and correlation across endpoint, network, identity and cloud, Rapid7’s incident response analysts can respond faster and more accurately to threats to eradicate them from customers’ environments.
To learn more about Rapid7’s Managed Detection and Response service and its Managed Threat Complete with extended ecosystem monitoring, visit https://www.rapid7.com/services/managed-detection-and-response-mdr.

About Rapid7
Rapid7, Inc. (NASDAQ: RPD) is on a mission to create a safer digital world by making cybersecurity simpler and more accessible. We empower security professionals to manage a modern attack surface through our best-in-class technology, leading-edge research, and broad, strategic expertise. Rapid7’s comprehensive security solutions help more than 11,000 global customers unite cloud risk management with threat detection and response to reduce attack surfaces and eliminate threats with speed and precision. For more information, visit our website, check out our blog, or follow us on LinkedIn or X.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI: Mark Cuban Foundation Brings Free AI Bootcamp to Raleigh-Durham Teens

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

RALEIGH-DURHAM, N.C., Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp. Applications for the no-cost bootcamp, held in Raleigh, are closing September 30.

The Mark Cuban Foundation is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to Raleigh-Durham high school students. With a custom and highly relevant curriculum focused on teaching students about the latest developments in the world of AI and Generative AI, the camp will provide the tools to make these technologies work for them and promises to educate, inspire and fuel the next generation of AI professionals.

The program aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence and its applications to future careers. Students can select from six tracks: healthcare, arts and entertainment, business and entrepreneurship, computer science, sports science, or education and career readiness. Driven by the belief that fostering interest in AI at a young age is crucial for preparing the next generation for their future, the AI Bootcamps are introductory and accessible to students in 9-12 grade with an interest in technology. Students do not need any familiarity with computer science or programming to attend.

This free AI Bootcamp is hosted for underserved high school students with a transparent focus on recruiting girls, students of color, first generation college students, and those from low to moderate income households.

“As AI continues to become an undeniable force in all of our lives, it’s crucial that we open the door to this knowledge, especially to young people who want to explore it,” said Mark Cuban, founder. “While technology expands and becomes more advanced, it becomes more critical that we ensure our students are prepared when they apply for schools or jobs in the future. This bootcamp will offer an avenue to explore this fascinating field of technology to any student, no matter their means.”

This year’s bootcamp, taking place in Raleigh on November 2nd, 9th, and 16^th, will provide students with lunch and a snack, transportation assistance, and technology equipment during bootcamp.

There is just one week left until the September 30 deadline. Do not miss your chance—submit your application now, as spaces are limited.

Apply for the bootcamp at: markcubanai.org.

Watch Mark Cuban’s message about Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI bootcamps and access the full media kit here.

To learn more, visit markcubanai.org.

Media Contact:
Bishop.wash@markcubanai.org

This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp Program’s media partner, Notified, a globally trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations and marketing professionals.

About Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI Bootcamp Initiative
The Mark Cuban Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private non-profit led by entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban. The AI Bootcamps Program at MCF seeks to inspire young people with emerging technology so that they can create more equitable futures for themselves and their communities. Over 3 consecutive Saturdays underserved 9^th -12^th grade students learn what AI is and isn’t, where they already interact with AI in their own lives, the ethical implications of AI systems, and much more. Learn more about the no-cost AI Bootcamp program at markcubanai.org.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI: Mark Cuban Foundation Brings Free AI Bootcamp to Richardson Teens

Source: GlobeNewswire (MIL-OSI)

RICHARDSON, Texas, Sept. 23, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Time is running out to apply to participate in the Mark Cuban Foundation Artificial Intelligence (AI) Bootcamp. Applications for the no-cost bootcamp, held in Richardson, are closing September 30.

The Mark Cuban Foundation is bringing the only artificial intelligence (AI) camp of its kind, free of charge, to high school students in Richardson. With a custom and highly relevant curriculum focused on teaching students about the latest developments in the world of AI and Generative AI, the camp will provide the tools to make these technologies work for them and promises to educate, inspire and fuel the next generation of AI professionals.

The program aims to provide students with a foundational understanding of artificial intelligence and its applications to future careers. Students can select from six tracks: healthcare, arts and entertainment, business and entrepreneurship, computer science, sports science, or education and career readiness. Driven by the belief that fostering interest in AI at a young age is crucial for preparing the next generation for their future, the AI Bootcamps are introductory and accessible to students in 9-12 grade with an interest in technology. Students do not need any familiarity with computer science or programming to attend.

This free AI Bootcamp is hosted for underserved high school students with a transparent focus on recruiting girls, students of color, first generation college students, and those from low to moderate income households.

“As AI continues to become an undeniable force in all of our lives, it’s crucial that we open the door to this knowledge, especially to young people who want to explore it,” said Mark Cuban, founder. “While technology expands and becomes more advanced, it becomes more critical that we ensure our students are prepared when they apply for schools or jobs in the future. This bootcamp will offer an avenue to explore this fascinating field of technology to any student, no matter their means.”

This year’s bootcamp, taking place in Richardson on November 2^nd, 9^th, and 16^th, will provide students with lunch and a snack, transportation assistance, and technology equipment during bootcamp.

There is just one week left until the September 30 deadline. Do not miss your chance—submit your application now, as spaces are limited.

Apply for the bootcamp at: markcubanai.org.

Watch Mark Cuban’s message about Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI bootcamps and access the full media kit here.

To learn more, visit markcubanai.org.

Media Contact:
Bishop.wash@markcubanai.org

This bootcamp is facilitated with support from Mark Cuban Foundation AI Bootcamp Program’s media partner, Notified, a globally trusted technology partner for investor relations, public relations and marketing professionals.

About Mark Cuban Foundation’s AI Bootcamp Initiative
The Mark Cuban Foundation is a 501(c)(3) private non-profit led by entrepreneur and investor Mark Cuban. The AI Bootcamps Program at MCF seeks to inspire young people with emerging technology so that they can create more equitable futures for themselves and their communities. Over 3 consecutive Saturdays underserved 9^th -12^th grade students learn what AI is and isn’t, where they already interact with AI in their own lives, the ethical implications of AI systems, and much more. Learn more about the no-cost AI Bootcamp program at markcubanai.org.

The MIL Network –

September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Russia: The Academic Council of the State University of Management discussed the results of the summer session

MIL OSI Translation. Region: Russian Federation –

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

On September 23, 2024, a meeting of the Academic Council of the State University of Management was held.

We started with congratulations to the birthday girl of September, member of the Council, head of the project management department Irina Brikoshina.

The consideration of the agenda items began with a summary of the results of the summer examination session of the 2023/2024 academic year, which was reported by the head of the Unified Electronic Dean’s Office of the University, Natalia Tymchuk.

“More than 89% of bachelors successfully completed their exams, with the percentage of excellent students increasing and the number of C students decreasing,” Natalia noted.

Further at the meeting, the chairmen of the certification committees for additional professional education programs for the 2024 calendar year were approved.

The directors of the Institute of Marketing and the Institute of Industry Management made proposals to make changes to the composition of the Academic Council of the Institutes, which were supported.

The Academic Council also approved the educational program for training scientific and scientific-pedagogical personnel in the postgraduate program “Economics of Innovations” and the opening of additional professional education at the Pre-University to prepare for the Unified State Exam in Geography.

In addition, a number of working issues were considered at the meeting, including the provision of financial assistance to students.

Subscribe to the TG channel “Our GUU” Date of publication: 09.23.2024

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Economics: Secretary-General of ASEAN attends CAEXPO Welcome Banquet

Source: ASEAN

Secretary-General of ASEAN, Dr. Kao Kim Hourn, this evening attended the China-ASEAN Expo (CAEXPO) Welcome Banquet, which brought together representatives from all participating nations of the 21st CAEXPO. The banquet was also attended by heads of delegation from ASEAN Member States and Observers, along with representatives from China and the United Arab Emirates, the Special Partner Country for the 21st CAEXPO.

MIL OSI Economics –

September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI USA: IAM Union, TWU-IAM Association Win Pay, Pension Increases for 34,000+ American Airlines Members
Source: US GOIAM Union

More than 34,000 members of the TWU-IAM Association, a union alliance of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers (IAM) and the Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) at American Airlines, will soon vote on well-deserved pay, pension, license and other premium increases.

The Association’s negotiating committees reached tentative agreements with the carrier after roughly a month of negotiations. IAM Districts 141 and 142 represent mechanic and related, fleet service and related, and stores workers at American Airlines.

The two-year proposed extension, from Jan. 1, 2025 to Jan. 1, 2027, includes:
- Average wage increase for covered employees in January 2025 ranging from 10.8% to 16.7% and 18% to 26% over the life of the extension.
- 3% out year increases in January 2026 and 2027 that also match the highest in the industry.
- Several non-economic quality of life issues were also addressed.
- Increases in License Pay, Skill Pay, and Crew Chief Pay.
- Increases in IAM National Pension Plan contributions.
- No concessions/givebacks.
“The IAM continues to negotiate agreements that are fundamentally changing the landscape of the entire airline industry,” said IAM Air Transport Territory General Vice President Richie Johnsen. “By continuing to win contracts that push wages and retirement security to new heights, we are lifting every worker and community that makes the world move.”

“Our negotiating committee showed up ready to achieve the pay, pension, license increases along with other premium increases that our members deserve – and they have delivered,” said IAM Airline Coordinator Tom Regan. “These increases at American Airlines are great news for the entire airline industry and every worker who deserves to be compensated fairly for their labor.”

“IAM members are the people who make American Airlines run every single day,” said IAM District 142 President and Directing General Chair John M. Coveny Jr. “This agreement is a testament to our negotiating committee and the dedication of our skilled membership.”

“The IAM is delivering well-deserved wage increases for every member at American Airlines,” said IAM District 141 President and Directing General Chair Mike Klemm. “Our strength and solidarity has never been more powerful, and we’re continuing to make history with every agreement in the airline industry.”

In the coming weeks, IAM representatives will schedule in-person and virtual meetings to explain the agreement and voting process to members.

The TWU-IAM Association, the largest union at the carrier, was formed after the merger of American Airlines and US Airways in 2012.

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September 29, 2024
MIL-OSI Translation: In Cuba, Vietnamese parliamentary delegation

THOUSAND OSI Translation. Region: Spanish/Latin America/UN –

Source: Republic of Cuba

Vietnamese parliamentary delegation in CubaHavana, September 22, 2024.- The Vice President of the National Assembly of Vietnam, Nguyen Duc Hai, is in Cuba, leading a large delegation from his country, to participate in the First Binational Interparliamentary Session.According to the National Assembly of People’s Power of Cuba (ANPP, parliament), during their stay, Duc Hai and his entourage will hold talks with leaders of the Legislature and the Council of State, including its president Esteban Lazo.They will also visit centers of economic, historical, scientific and cultural interest; Among other activities. Upon their arrival the day before at the José Martí International Airport in Havana, the legislators were received by the Hero of the Republic and member of the Council of State, Gerardo Hernández, who conveyed to them the fraternal greetings of the head of the Cuban Parliament and other members of the ANPP leadership. He also stressed that it is an honor to preside over the Cuba-Vietnam Parliamentary Group, belonging to a generation that grew up admiring the heroism of the Vietnamese people. For his part, Duc Hai expressed his great joy at visiting Cuba for the second time; this time to work “with our Cuban brothers,” fulfilling the request of the president of the Vietnamese National Assembly, Tran Thanh Man. Vu Hai Ha, president of the Foreign Relations Commission of the Vietnamese legislative body and of the Vietnam-Cuba Parliamentary Friendship Group, also participated in the dialogue. (Cubaminrex-Granma)

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September 29, 2024