Day: June 23, 2023

23 Jun

Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Modi of the Republic of India in Meeting with Senior Officials and CEOs of Technology Companies

Politics

East Room 12:14 P.M. EDT    PRESIDENT BIDEN:  Okay.  We — I was just thanking the — anyway, I started off without you, and I sold a lot of state secrets and a lot of very important things that we shared.  (Laughter.) Now, all kidding aside — look, we’re teaming up to design and develop new technologies that are going to transform the lives of our people around the world.  And together, we’re lifting the private and public partners to make this possible, including launching a new program between India and America — American astronauts, Indian astronauts, and entrepreneurs, scientists, students. Simply put, our…

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23 Jun

Remarks by President Biden in a Political Event with Reproductive Rights Groups

Politics

Mayflower HotelWashington, D.C. 5:03 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Jill said you women should take off your high heels or you should just lie down.  (Laughter.)  My lord, talk about commitment, standing all this time.  (Laughter.) Thank you, Doc.  I appreciate that introduction.  I really do.  My name is Joe Biden.  I’m Jill’s husband and Kamala’s running mate.  (Laughter and applause.)  You all think I’m kidding. I want to thank — start by thanking Kamala for taking the lead on this issue and so many other issues in our campaign and our governing. And I want to thank Jill and Doug…

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23 Jun

Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Modi of the Republic of India at State Dinner

Politics

South Lawn 8:27 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN:  Welcome to Prime Minister Modi’s Washington home.  (Laughter and applause.) I’ve been doing thi- — please have a seat.  I’ve been doing this a long time, but I don’t ever remember anybody getting a warmer welcome than this guy right here. Good evening, everybody. Twenty years ago, as chairman of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, I made clear that if the United States and India grew to be the closest friends and partners in the world, the world would be a safer place.  I believe that even more today now that I’m President. Mr. Prime Minister, Jill…

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23 Jun

Executive Order on Strengthening Access to Affordable, High-Quality Contraception and Family Planning Services

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.  Women should have access to the healthcare they need, including contraception and family planning services.  Access to contraception is essential to ensuring that all people have control over personal decisions about their own health, lives, and families.  High-quality contraception improves health outcomes, advances economic stability, and promotes women’s overall well-being.  Contraception access is linked to improved maternal and child health, expanded educational and professional opportunities, and higher…

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23 Jun

Remarks by Vice President Harris and Prime Minister Modi of the Republic of India at State Luncheon

Politics

Harry S. Truman Building Washington, D.C. 12:56 P.M. EDT VICE PRESIDENT HARRIS:  Thank you.  Thank you, thank you, thank you.  Thank you very much.  Please have a seat.  Thank you.  Thank you, thank you. Mr. Secretary, Madam Ryan, thank you for hosting us here yet again.  It is the honor of Doug and mine to be with you, honoring the friendship and the importance of the relationship between India and the United States. Prime Minister Modi, we are honored to welcome you. We also welcome the members of the President’s Cabinet who are here and all of the members of Congress…

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23 Jun

ITRCC Announces New Toll Rates for Indiana Toll Road Customers Effective July 1, 2023

Travel

ELKHART, Ind., June 23, 2023 (Newswire.com) - ITRCC, the operator of the Indiana Toll Road, confirmed that the annual increase to toll rates will take effect on July 1, 2023. The toll rate for a full-length passenger vehicle trip (Class 2) will increase to $14.70 and for a typical full-length truck trip (Class 5) to $79.30. Toll rates vary according to vehicle class, distance traveled, and payment method. Please visit www.indianatollroad.org for detailed toll rates.  Toll revenue is used to meet the financial obligations of the Indiana Toll Road project and to pay for the operations and maintenance of the roadway. Revenues also…

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23 Jun

Statement From President Biden on Reopening I-95

Politics

 When I visited Philadelphia on Saturday and met with local officials and union workers, I made clear: my Administration would move heaven and earth to reopen I-95 as soon as possible. Thanks to the grit and determination of operating engineers, laborers, cement finishers, carpenters, teamsters, and so many other proud union workers doing shifts around the clock, I-95 is reopening. And it’s ahead of schedule. I want to thank Governor Shapiro for his great work and leadership, as well as Senator Casey, Senator Fetterman, Congressman Boyle, Mayor Kenney, and my team including Senior Advisor and Infrastructure Coordinator Landrieu, Secretary Buttigieg,…

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23 Jun

Hollywood Luminaries Reveal the Mexico Resorts They Can’t Resist

Celebrity Gossip

Vidanta – Mexico’s Premiere Luxury Resort Company – Showcases the Brand’s World-class Experiences and Future Plans Through the Lens of Hollywood Stars RIVIERA NAYARIT, Mexico, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Vidanta, Mexico and Latin America’s leading vacation and entertainment destination company, has unveiled a star-studded new video campaign featuring Catherine Zeta-Jones, Mark Wahlberg, Jaime Camil, and Abraham Ancer showcasing the brand’s notable immersive experiences and lavish accommodations. The video, directed by Sean Scanlin, is now available for viewing on @Vidanta‘s social media channels and Vidanta.com/ExtraordinaryVacations and follows each celebrity through their custom Vidanta experience, from lounging poolside and hitting the world-famous golf…

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23 Jun

Readout of White House Meeting with the Poor People’s Campaign

Politics

This week, White House Office of Public Engagement Director Steve Benjamin, Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden, and Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator Mitch Landrieu met with Co-Chair of the Poor People’s Campaign Bishop William J. Barber, Service Employees International Union (SEIU) International President Mary Kay Henry, and other leaders from the Poor People’s Campaign and Repairers of the Breach to discuss the enduring fight to end poverty in America. During the meeting, senior White House officials underscored the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to make the promise of America real for every American, including communities impacted by persistent poverty. They discussed how President Biden has…

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23 Jun

Two USA Teqball Teams Compete in the Finals Take Home Silver in Both Mixed Doubles and Men’s Doubles

Celebrity Gossip

Brazilian Teams Win Gold LOS ANGELES, June 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — Teqball USA, the fastest growing global soccer-based sport, held its fifth domestic tournament of the 2023 season on the famous Santa Monica Pier in Los Angeles, Ca. The tournament brought out top competitors from across the globe once again to battle it out for another chance to secure top world ranking points, to take home the gold and secure the coveted 30k first place cash prize. Fans and spectators cheered throughout the exciting finals of incredible battles and eye popping moves from these top Teqball athletes. The finals aired live on…

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