Canadian Nuclear Laboratories (CNL), Canada’s premiere nuclear science and technology organization, is pleased to announce that it has been selected as a subcontractor by Atkins Energy Germany GmbH to participate in the decommissioning of RWE’s prototype boiling water reactor in Lingen, Germany. With expertise from leading major decommissioning, waste management and … [Read more...] about CNL Awarded Subcontract for Lingen Reactor Decommissioning Project
Ben-Gurion University Researchers Introduce Sensor for Real-time Measurement of Soil Nitrate to Prevent Pollution of Water Resources and Optimize Agricultural Productivit
BGN Technologies, the technology transfer company of Ben-Gurion University of the Negev (BGU), Israel, introduces a new technology for direct, real-time and continuous measurement of nitrate in the soil. The invention, developed by Prof. Ofer Dahan of the Zuckerberg Institute for Water Research (ZIWR), Prof Shlomi Arnon of the Department of Electrical & Computer Engineering, … [Read more...] about Ben-Gurion University Researchers Introduce Sensor for Real-time Measurement of Soil Nitrate to Prevent Pollution of Water Resources and Optimize Agricultural Productivit
USCIRF Concerned for Welfare of Iran’s Religious Minorities Amidst Heightened Protest Activity
The United States Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) is closely monitoring increased protest activity in Iran and expresses concern the government may heighten its persecution of religious minorities and dissidents in response. Since December 2017, Iran’s government has reacted to widespread popular protests in the country by cracking down on Iranians who do … [Read more...] about USCIRF Concerned for Welfare of Iran’s Religious Minorities Amidst Heightened Protest Activity
Shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola Called ‘Act of Terrorism’: Deceased Assailant’s Locked Phones a Hurdle for Investigators
The Department of Justice and the FBI today provided new details about a shooting last month at Naval Air Station Pensacola that left three U.S. sailors dead and eight others wounded. Attorney General William P. Barr said the December 6 attack by a member of the Royal Saudi Air Force who was studying at the Florida military base was “an act of terrorism” motivated by “jihadist … [Read more...] about Shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola Called ‘Act of Terrorism’: Deceased Assailant’s Locked Phones a Hurdle for Investigators
Statement from President Donald J. Trump Regarding Executive Order to Impose Sanctions with Respect to Additional Sectors of Iran
Today, I am holding the Iranian regime responsible for attacks against United States personnel and interests by denying it substantial revenue that may be used to fund and support its nuclear program, missile development, terrorism and terrorist proxy networks, and malign regional influence. I have issued an Executive Order authorizing the imposition of sanctions against any … [Read more...] about Statement from President Donald J. Trump Regarding Executive Order to Impose Sanctions with Respect to Additional Sectors of Iran
Press Briefing by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin on Iran Sanctions
SECRETARY MNUCHIN: Good morning, everybody. Thank you for being here today. I’d just like to make a brief comment before we talk about Iran sanctions. I’m sure everybody saw that the DOW hit 29,000. The President’s economic plans are clearly working. We’re looking forward to the China signing, USMCA, and a very strong economy this year. As previously announced by the … [Read more...] about Press Briefing by Secretary of State Mike Pompeo and Secretary of the Treasury Steven Mnuchin on Iran Sanctions
FDA, USDA and EPA announce joint platform to streamline information about agricultural biotechnology products
Today, in recognition of January 2020 as National Biotechnology Month, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, the Department of Agriculture and the Environmental Protection Agency launched a Unified Website for Biotechnology Regulation. The website streamlines information about the three regulatory agencies charged with overseeing agriculture biotechnology products and is part … [Read more...] about FDA, USDA and EPA announce joint platform to streamline information about agricultural biotechnology products
Statement from the Press Secretary Regarding Border Wall Victory
The United States Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit has lifted an illegitimate nationwide injunction entered by a lower court, and in doing so has allowed vital border wall construction to move forward using military construction funds. This is a victory for the rule of law. We are committed to keeping our borders secure, and we will finish the wall. Source: White … [Read more...] about Statement from the Press Secretary Regarding Border Wall Victory
ADAMA and Tel Aviv University Collaborate to Establish a First-of-a-Kind Research and Teaching Center for the Development of Innovative Crop Protection Solutions
ADAMA Ltd. (the "Company") (SZSE: 000553), leading global crop protection company and Tel Aviv University ("TAU") launched a unique research and teaching program on active substance delivery and formulation, an innovation and growth driver in the worlds of agriculture and crop protection. The innovative study program will be taught at The ADAMA Center for Novel Crop Protection … [Read more...] about ADAMA and Tel Aviv University Collaborate to Establish a First-of-a-Kind Research and Teaching Center for the Development of Innovative Crop Protection Solutions
Former Gulf Cartel Leader Convicted of International Drug Trafficking Conspiracy
Jorge Costilla-Sanchez pleaded guilty to an international drug trafficking conspiracy to distribute cocaine and marijuana into the United States. Costilla-Sanchez, 48, was an active member of the “Cartel Del Golfo” (CDG or Gulf Cartel). CDG is a violent Mexican criminal organization engaged in the manufacture, distribution, and importation of ton quantities of cocaine and … [Read more...] about Former Gulf Cartel Leader Convicted of International Drug Trafficking Conspiracy