Month: May 2023

09 May

Inspiring Vacations Responds to the Changing Habits of Australian Travellers

Travel

As travel returns following the pandemic, Inspiring Vacations is responding to the changing travel habits of Australians with tours to two of the world's most fascinating destinations. Inspiring Vacations Inspiring Vacations MELBOURNE, Australia, May 10, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The Australian tourism industry is experiencing a shift in travel habits with a preference for domestic destinations and sustainable tourism. Inspiring Vacations, a leading travel company, has responded by offering new tours of Egypt and tours to Cape York, two of the world's most fascinating destinations. Inspiring Vacations' tours to Egypt offer an unforgettable experience of the country's rich history and culture.…

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09 May

As House Republicans Push an Extreme Budget That Slashes Rail Safety Inspections, USDOT Highlights New Efforts to Keep Communities Safe and Hold the Rail Industry Accountable

Travel

Tuesday, May 9, 2023 Following the Norfolk Southern derailment in East Palestine, USDOT has pushed a set of sweeping reforms to rail safety and called on Congress to support a budget that improves critical rail infrastructure and ensures rail inspections continue without interruption Washington, DC— As part of its ongoing work to protect the American public, the U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Railroad Administration laid out a new round of steps focused on the safety and accountability of the freight rail industry. In recent days, FRA has issued two safety advisories to railroad companies—one regarding the length of trains, which…

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09 May

Remarks by President Biden at Screening of “American Born Chinese” in Celebration of AANHPI Heritage Month

Politics

East Room 8:06 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  My name is Joe Biden.  (Laughter.)  I’ve never won an Academy Award.  (Laughter.)  Can’t act worth a damn.  (Laughter.)  Can’t sing, can’t dance.  Can’t do much of anything.  (Laughter.)  But it’s good to be with all of you.  Good evening, everyone.  This the largest Asian American, Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander Heritage Month celebration ever held in the White House.  (Applause.)  Ever. And, Ke, thanks for that introduction and for the hope, the pride, and the joy that you embody.  And I mean that sincerely.  It’s been an incredible few months since the movie…

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09 May

U.S. DOT, GSA Celebrate Two Trailblazing Former Secretaries by Naming DOT’s Headquarters in Their Honor

Travel

Washington, D.C. – Today U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and U.S. General Services Administrator Robin Carnahan formally announced the naming of the U.S. DOT headquarters building to the William T. Coleman, Jr. and Norman Y. Mineta Federal Building, dedicated for two transformational former Secretaries of Transportation and fulfilling bipartisan legislation passed in Congress. At an event this morning, Secretary Buttigieg and Administrator Carnahan were joined by members of the Coleman and Mineta families, as well as DOT and GSA employees, lawmakers, senior government officials, and other transportation leaders.   “Secretaries Bill Coleman and Norm Mineta were not only exemplary stewards…

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09 May

Statement from Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre on President Biden’s Historic Travel to Papua New Guinea

Politics

President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. will make an historic stop in Papua New Guinea while traveling from the G7 Leaders’ Summit in Hiroshima, Japan to the Quad Leaders’ Summit in Sydney, Australia later this month. While in Papua New Guinea, President Biden will meet with Prime Minister Marape of Papua New Guinea and other Pacific Island Forum leaders to follow up on the first-ever U.S.–Pacific Island Summit in Washington, DC last fall. The leaders will discuss ways to deepen cooperation on challenges critical to the region and to the United States such as combating climate change, protecting maritime resources, and advancing…

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09 May

Executive Order on Moving Beyond COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements for Federal Workers

Politics

     By the authority vested in me as President by the Constitution and the laws of the United States of America, it is hereby ordered as follows:      Section 1.  Policy.  In 2021, based on the best available data and guidance from our public health experts, I issued Executive Order 14043 of September 9, 2021 (Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees), to direct executive departments and agencies (agencies) to require coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination for their employees, and Executive Order 14042 of September 9, 2021 (Ensuring Adequate COVID Safety Protocols for Federal Contractors), to ensure that Federal…

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09 May

Washington Speakers Bureau Congratulates Legendary Coach and San Diego Wave President Jill Ellis for Her Induction Into Soccer Hall of Fame

Lifestyle

Jill Ellis Jill Ellis on the field. Photo credit: Betsy Stephenson WASHINGTON, May 9, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The Washington Speakers Bureau (WSB) is thrilled to congratulate renowned coach Jill Ellis on her induction into the prestigious 2023 Soccer Hall of Fame. Ellis' exceptional leadership and visionary approach have left an indelible mark on the sport, with her influence set to resonate for generations to come. Ellis holds the distinction of being the most successful coach in the history of the U.S. Women's National Soccer Team. She is the only coach, male or female, to win back-to-back World Cup titles (2015,…

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09 May

A Proclamation on Revoking the Air Travel COVID-19 Vaccination Requirement

Politics

  Today, we are in a different phase of the response to the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic than we were in October 2021, when I issued Proclamation 10294 of October 25, 2021 (Advancing the Safe Resumption of Global Travel During the COVID-19 Pandemic).  At the time, new variants of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, had emerged globally and my Administration was responding to variants that were more transmissible or caused more severe disease than the original virus strain.  Consistent with guidance from our public health experts, I determined that it was in the interests of the United States to…

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09 May

Voon Launches New THC Pouches for the Ultimate Vegas Experience

Travel

Experience the ultimate Vegas buzz with Voon's THC pouches. Break free from smoking restrictions and embrace Sin City's wild side. Smokeless, Fast-Acting and Discrete- Introducing 20mg THC Pouches from Voon Free yourself from all smoking restrictions with Voon's 20mg THC pouches. Fast-Acting, Potent, Vegan and Cost-Effective - these pouches will enhance your Sin City experience to the max. LAS VEGAS, May 9, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Voon, a leading innovator in pouch-in-mouth products, is excited to announce the launch of their newest product, THC pouches. These pouches provide a new level of freedom to those visiting Sin City by liberating them…

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09 May

Roadtrippers Launches Major Product Update With RV GPS, Helping Users Enjoy Safer Road Trips

Travel

The new feature pairs Roadtrippers' best-in-class trip planner with up-to-date navigation tailored for your RV Roadtrippers Logo CINCINNATI, May 9, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Roadtrippers, the #1 road trip planning tool that helps roadtrippers turn their trips into adventures, is enhancing its product offering to help RVers find safer routes. The road trip planning experience that millions have enjoyed now incorporates RV-friendly route planning and GPS navigation in a single convenient experience. Standalone GPS devices for RVing can be expensive, and keeping those devices up-to-date with the latest information and data can be inconvenient. Roadtrippers' new RV GPS feature eliminates those issues…

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