Day: July 12, 2023

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

On July 19, 2022, by Executive Order 14078, the President declared a national emergency pursuant to the International Emergency Economic Powers Act (50 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.) to deal with the unusual and extraordinary threat to the national security, foreign policy, and economy of the United States constituted by hostage-taking and the wrongful detention of United States nationals abroad.  Hostage-taking and the wrongful detention of United States nationals are heinous acts that undermine the rule of law.  Terrorist organizations, criminal groups, and other malicious actors who take hostages for financial, political, or other gain — as well as foreign states…
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Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Message to the Congress on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Section 202(d) of the National Emergencies Act (50 U.S.C. 1622(d)) provides for the automatic termination of a national emergency unless, within 90 days prior to the anniversary date of its declaration, the President publishes in the Federal Register and transmits to the Congress a notice stating that the emergency is to continue in effect beyond the anniversary date.  In accordance with this provision, I have sent to the Federal Register for publication the enclosed notice stating that the national emergency with respect to hostage-taking and the wrongful detention of United States nationals abroad declared in Executive Order 14078 of July…
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Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the Global First Ladies Academy

New York City, New York Hello, everyone! It’s wonderful to see all of you. Thank you, First Lady Geingos—Monica. I’m grateful to Dean Fried and Columbia University Mailman School of Public Health for hosting us today. And thank you, Cora, for the work you’ve put into making this event possible. When my husband, Joe, served in the Senate, being a political spouse was a small part of who I was. He had a job in Washington, D.C.—and I was a full-time teacher, raising our three kids, and pursuing my education. Politics was just one part of the equation. So when he…
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Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Statement from President Joe Biden on the June Consumer Price Index

Good jobs and lower costs: That’s Bidenomics in action. Today’s report brings new and encouraging evidence that inflation is falling while our economy remains strong. Annual inflation has fallen each of the last twelve months and is now down to 3%. We’ve made this progress while unemployment remains near record lows and a higher share of working age Americans are in jobs now than in 20 years. Real wages for the average American worker are now higher than they were before the pandemic, with lower wage workers seeing the largest gains. Our progress creating jobs while lowering costs for families…
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Kroger Wellness Festival Returns September 22 & 23 in Cincinnati

Kroger Wellness Festival Returns September 22 & 23 in Cincinnati

CINCINNATI, July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — The Kroger Wellness Festival presented by PepsiCo featuring Gatorade returns September 22 and 23, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. to Downtown Cincinnati. This free health and wellness Festival celebrates physical, mental and emotional health for the whole family. The festival will showcase more than 150 experiences and food offerings focused on six core pillars of transformation: Balance, move, breathe, care, uplift and play. Continue Reading Kroger Wellness Festival Returns September 22 & 23 in Cincinnati “At Kroger, we believe in the power of Food as Medicine and are committed to helping people live healthier lives…
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Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Readout of Vice President Harris’s Convening on Transportation Accessibility and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

This week, Vice President Kamala Harris convened disability rights leaders to highlight the Biden-Harris Administration’s commitment to building a nation where people with disabilities are afforded the opportunities, independence, and respect they deserve, including through efforts to increase transportation accessibility. She was joined by Secretary of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, White House Domestic Policy Advisor Neera Tanden, and White House Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu. During the event – held during Disability Pride Month and in recognition of the 33rd Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) – Vice President Harris and senior Biden-Harris officials discussed how the ADA has transformed…
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Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Remarks by President Biden, Prime Minister Kishida of Japan, and President Zelenskyy of Ukraine in a G7 Joint Declaration of Support for Ukraine | Vilnius, Lithuania

Lithuanian Exhibition and Congress CentreVilnius, Lithuania 4:24 P.M. EEST PRIME MINISTER KISHIDA:  (As interpreted.)  I am pleased to be able to announce the Joint Declaration on Support for Ukraine today. At the G7 Hiroshima Summit, by engaging in discussions that included a wide range of invited countries, we agreed that unilateral attempts to change the status quo by force or coercion are unacceptable anywhere in the world and to safeguard a free and open international order based on the rule of law. I feel that it is truly meaningful that we, the G7 leaders, and Volodymyr have gathered once again…
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Notice on the Continuation of the National Emergency with Respect to Hostage-Taking and the Wrongful Detention of United States Nationals Abroad

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by NEC Director Lael Brainard at the Economic Club of New York

The Outlook It is good to be back at the Economic Club of New York to reflect on the U.S. outlook. Recent data suggest the current outlook for the U.S. economy is upbeat. From the data alone, it would be hard to find clues that the U.S. economy was in the midst of a protracted global pandemic just two years ago and a war-driven shock to energy and food prices just one year ago. Despite repeated forecasts that recession is just around the corner, the U.S. recovery is solid, and inflation is down. Unemployment has fluctuated in a narrow band…
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RE/MAX ANNOUNCES TOP-NOTCH SPEAKER LINEUP FOR 2023 BROKER OWNER CONFERENCE

RE/MAX ANNOUNCES TOP-NOTCH SPEAKER LINEUP FOR 2023 BROKER OWNER CONFERENCE

 RE/MAX leaders will be joined by industry trailblazers, top real estate coaches and motivational speakers. DENVER , July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — RE/MAX, LLC has announced an impressive roster of speakers for the upcoming 2023 RE/MAX Broker Owner Conference (BOC). This three-day event offers affiliated Broker/Owners and Managers valuable business tips to help them stay at the forefront of the industry. The BOC will take place at the Hyatt Regency Chicago from August 6 to 8. In addition to hearing from prominent RE/MAX leaders such as Chairman of the Board and Co-Founder Dave Liniger and President and CEO Nick Bailey, attendees of…
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Ronnie Coleman Signature Series and Panatta Join Forces to Revolutionize the Fitness Industry

Ronnie Coleman Signature Series and Panatta Join Forces to Revolutionize the Fitness Industry

Ronnie Coleman Signature Series® and Panatta® Unite to Create the Premier Bodybuilding Destination in the Southeast U.S. RCSS Panatta Partnership Rudy Panatta - Panatta Founder\nRonnie Coleman - 8x Mr. Olympia & RCSS Founder\nEdoardo Panatta - Panatta Vice-President ORLANDO, Fla., July 12, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Panatta®, a leading fitness equipment manufacturer, and Ronnie Coleman Signature Series®, the renowned fitness supplement brand, are proud to announce an unprecedented partnership set to redefine the fitness industry. The collaboration between these two powerhouses marks a historic moment as they come together to create a unique and unparalleled fitness experience for enthusiasts worldwide. In an…
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