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Demonstration on GW’s Foggy Bottom Campus

Update: April 25, 2024, 9:50am - The university is aware that currently around 50 GW students have gathered on University Yard and placed approximately 20 tents. GW Police Department officers and...

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Media Tip Sheet: Trump v U.S.

The Supreme Court will hear Trump v U.S. arguments Thursday.

Air Pollution

Media Tip Sheet: Nearly 40% of People in the U.S. Live in Unhealthy Polluted Areas According to New Report

A new report from the American Lung Association shows nearly 40% of people across the U.S. are living in areas that are heavily polluted.

Emergency

Media Tip Sheet: Supreme Court Hears Arguments for Case that Could Restrict Emergency Abortions

Today, the Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on a case that could restrict abortions and other types of emergency medical care all over the United States.

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Media Tip Sheet: Biden Administration Mandates Nursing Staff Minimum at Nursing Homes

In an announcement by the Biden Administration, nursing homes will now be mandated to have a minimum number of nurses on-site.

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Media Tip Sheet: California's Solar Power Phenomenon

Residential solar panels are so popular in California that the state has enough solar power to provide over a quarter of its electricity.

Cows

Media Tip Sheet: WHO Issues Concern Following Increase in Bird Flu

The World Health Organization has raised concerns after eight states are reporting bird flu cattle outbreaks. WHO is urging US officials to monitor the situation closely as it can be transmitted in...

Heat

Media Tip Sheet: CDC Issues Warning of Extreme Heat Dangers After Uptick in ER Visits in 2023

As summer approaches, the CDC is issuing a warning to protect yourself during extreme heat.

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Media Tip Sheet: FTC Votes on Noncompete Agreements

Five members of the FTC will be voting today on whether to issue a final rule banning noncompetes.

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AI in Political Campaigns: How it’s being used and the ethical considerations it raises

The use of artificial intelligence in political campaigns and messaging is ramping up.