Day: February 2, 2023

Readout of White House Meeting with Black Women Leaders on Reproductive Health and Women’s Rights
02 Feb

Readout of White House Meeting with Black Women Leaders on Reproductive Health and Women’s Rights

Politics
Today, President Biden and Vice President Harris hosted an event to honor the 30th anniversary of the Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). Prior to the event, the White House Office of Public Engagement in coordination with the Office of the Vice President and the Gender Policy Council hosted a roundtable of Black women leaders, in celebration of Black History Month, to discuss priority issues for Black families and Black communities. Administration officials and community leaders discussed recent actions President Biden has taken to support women in the workplace and advance racial equity. This includes passing the end-of-year omnibus, which included the Pregnant…
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Readout of White House Meeting with Black Women Leaders on Reproductive Health and Women’s Rights
02 Feb

Remarks by President Biden at the National Prayer Breakfast

Politics
Capitol Visitors CenterWashington, D.C. 8:25 A.M. EST THE PRESIDENT:  Well, thank you, Lucy, for that introduction and, I might add, as I said last year, for your courage.  You know, like many of you in the audience, Lucy lost a piece of her soul, and — and it’s — you know, while the pain never fully leaves, you eventually find the purpose to carry on, and that’s what you’ve done.  You’ve done it magnificently.  And you’re doing it with your service in the Congress, and we’re a better nation because you’ve kept the faith.  And, by the way, the reference…
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Readout of White House Meeting with Black Women Leaders on Reproductive Health and Women’s Rights
02 Feb

On-the-Record Press Call by Gender Policy Council Director Jennifer Klein and Council of Economic Advisers Member Heather Boushey on the 30th Anniversary of the Family and Medical Leave Act

Politics
MR. MUNOZ:  Hi everybody.  This is Kevin Munoz.  Thank you for joining us for today’s call where we’ll discuss tomorrow’s Family and Medical Leave Act anniversary event.  This call, as a reminder, will be embargoed until tomorrow at 5:00 a.m. Eastern and on the record.  We will share a paper very soon, and I will make sure that you will have it.  On today’s call, we have Jennifer Klein, Director of the Gender Policy Council, and Heather Boushey, member of the Council of Economic Advisers.  They will both have remarks.  And after that, we’ll do a few questions.  So, with that, I will…
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Readout of White House Meeting with Black Women Leaders on Reproductive Health and Women’s Rights
02 Feb

Readout of Vice President Kamala Harris’s Meeting with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan

Politics
Vice President Kamala Harris met today with His Majesty King Abdullah II of Jordan at the White House.  The Vice President reaffirmed the strength of the bilateral partnership and our commitment to Jordan’s security and economic prosperity.  The Vice President and King Abdullah expressed concern about the recent violence and tensions in Jerusalem and the West Bank.  The Vice President underscored the importance of upholding the status quo at the Haram al-Sharif / Temple Mount, recognizing Jordan’s crucial role as the custodian of Muslim holy places in Jerusalem and as a force for stability.  She underscored U.S. support for regional…
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Readout of White House Meeting with Black Women Leaders on Reproductive Health and Women’s Rights
02 Feb

Quad Senior Cyber Group Joint Cybersecurity Statement

Politics
We, the Principals of Australia, India, Japan and the United States of the Quad Senior Cyber Group (the Group) met in New Delhi, India on January 30-31, 2023. We reaffirm the Group’s commitment to advancing a free and open Indo-Pacific that is inclusive and resilient.    Our meeting advanced the Group’s positive and ambitious agenda. Quad partners are working together to better secure cyberspace and foster an international digital economy that works for everyone, including regional partners in the Indo-Pacific. Consistent with the Group’s Joint Principles and recalling the Quad Leaders Meeting on 24 May 2022, we committed in the…
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Cashier’s Check vs. Money Order: Pros and Cons
02 Feb

Cashier’s Check vs. Money Order: Pros and Cons

Lifestyle
NEW YORK, February 2, 2023 (Newswire.com) - iQuanti: Cashier's checks and money orders are certified funds — payment guaranteed to clear when you use it. You can pay for the cashier's check or money order ahead of time and get a piece of paper representing the payment. You then pay with the cashier's check or money order. Then, the company that sold you the cashier's check or money order transfers the money. Doing this prevents bounced checks and insufficient funds since you already paid. All that said, cashier's checks and money orders differ in several ways. These differences make each…
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5 Instances Where Emergency Same-Day Loans Can Come in Handy
02 Feb

5 Instances Where Emergency Same-Day Loans Can Come in Handy

Lifestyle
NEW YORK, February 2, 2023 (Newswire.com) - iQuanti: There are certain times in life when waiting for your next payday just isn't possible. If you need extra funds to cover essential or emergency expenses right away, a same-day loan can be an easy and quick option. Read on to learn about how emergency same-day loans work and some expenses they can help cover: How do emergency same-day loans work?  An emergency same-day loan is a loan where the funds are transferred to your bank account the same day you apply for them. This is not as rare as you might think.…
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Taylor Swift Hiding Pregnancy With Joe Alwyn
02 Feb

Taylor Swift Hiding Pregnancy With Joe Alwyn

Celebrity Gossip
Taylor Swift Hiding Pregnancy With Joe Alwyn Yep! Once again Taylor Swift allegedly being pregnant for Joe Alwyn seems to be a popular speculation on social media! So, Taylor Swift and Joe Alwyn started dating back in 2016, and word on the street is that they are ready to take their relationship to the next level, and when we say next level we mean welcoming a new bundle of joy! But is Taylor Swift actually pregnant? And what receipts did people come up with to prove that she is indeed pregnant? #taylorswift
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4 Financing Options for Poor-Credit Borrowers in 2023
02 Feb

4 Financing Options for Poor-Credit Borrowers in 2023

Lifestyle
NEW YORK, February 2, 2023 (Newswire.com) - iQuanti: Loan applicants with credit scores between 300 and 579 are considered poor-credit borrowers. If you have poor credit, you'll need to find a lender who has less strict credit score requirements and considers applicants with all types of scores. Although no credit check loans may be hard to come by, there are many lenders out there that approve poor-credit borrowers. Here are some financing options that poor-credit borrowers can consider in 2023:   1. Cash advances Cash advances are short-term loans that can give borrowers a few hundred dollars to cover expenses. You'll repay…
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‘Ensure Everyone We Touch Has a Better Life’: Omaha Company Prioritizes Giving in 2022
02 Feb

‘Ensure Everyone We Touch Has a Better Life’: Omaha Company Prioritizes Giving in 2022

Business
Fusion Medical Staffing The team at Fusion is pictured here for a check presentation after raising money for a local nonprofit. OMAHA, Neb., February 2, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Fusion Medical Staffing is driven by the core purpose: "To ensure everyone we touch has a better life." Philanthropic initiatives and volunteer opportunities are present throughout the year to fulfill that purpose.  Fusion was able to donate more than $300,000 and thousands of volunteer hours in philanthropy efforts throughout 2022. The organizations benefitting from this include QLI, MS Forward, Make-A-Wish Nebraska, Angels Among Us, and countless other nonprofit organizations working to make…
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