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American Primary Aluminum Association Strongly Supports the Continuation of the Section 232 Aluminum Program

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021

Washington, D.C., Oct. 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Primary Aluminum Association (APAA), whose members represent the vast majority of U.S. primary aluminum production and employ thousands of American aluminum workers, strongly favor the continuation of the Section 232 aluminum program.

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  • Washington, D.C., Oct. 05, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The American Primary Aluminum Association (APAA), whose members represent the vast majority of U.S. primary aluminum production and employ thousands of American aluminum workers, strongly favor the continuation of the Section 232 aluminum program.
  • Contrary to claims made by associations representing foreign producers, the domestic primary aluminum industry supports a well-crafted tariff-rate quota (TRQ) for the European Union to preserve the effectiveness of the Section 232 program.
  • These common-sense tariffs saved the American primary aluminum industry and are allowing the domestic industry to rebuild, which is critical to U.S. national and economic security.
  • About the American Primary Aluminum Association:
    The American Primary Aluminum Association advances the interests of Americas primary aluminum industry and its workers through the Aluminum Now campaign.

WoodWorks Wood Design Awards: Last Week for Nominations

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Friday, October 1, 2021

WASHINGTON, Oct. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nominations for the 2022 U.S. Wood Design Awards must be submitted by midnight PT on Friday, Oct.8, 2021.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 01, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Nominations for the 2022 U.S. Wood Design Awards must be submitted by midnight PT on Friday, Oct.8, 2021.
  • A program of WoodWorks - Wood Products Council, the awards recognizeexcellence and innovation in mass timber, heavy timber, traditional wood-frame and hybrid buildings.
  • A non-profit dedicated to helping project teams design, engineer and construct successful wood buildings, WoodWorks has been hosting its award program for 15 years as a way to recognize developers and design teams whose creativity and emphasis on quality continue to expand the possibilities for wood buildings.
  • Nominations will be judged by an independent jury of design and building professionalswho will select projects in nine categories and up to 10 projects to receive regional excellence awards.

APAA Supports Well-Crafted Tariff-Rate Quota for the EU to Protect and Create Thousands of American Aluminum Jobs

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Thursday, September 30, 2021

Trade and Tech Council in Pittsburgh between U.S. and European Union officials, Mark Duffy, CEO of the American Primary Aluminum Association, released the following statement:

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  • Trade and Tech Council in Pittsburgh between U.S. and European Union officials, Mark Duffy, CEO of the American Primary Aluminum Association, released the following statement:
    The domestic primary aluminum industry supports a well-crafted tariff-rate quota (TRQ) for the European Union to preserve the effectiveness of the Section 232 program.
  • The Section 232 program is working and helping America make progress in preserving our ability to produce primary aluminum, protecting and creating thousands of American aluminum jobs and leading to over $6 billion in new domestic capital investments (in primary and downstream production).
  • We strongly support efforts by the Biden Administration to protect and create more family sustaining U.S. manufacturing jobs, as we work together to Build Back Better.
  • About the American Primary Aluminum Association:
    The American Primary Aluminum Association advances the interests of Americas primary aluminum industry and its workers through the Aluminum Now campaign.

The Society for Financial Education & Professional Development (SFE&PD) and Carver Bank amplify successful financial education initiative at three historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) to include internships and professional development

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Thursday, September 30, 2021

The SFE&PD Student Ambassador Program is doing precisely this at Howard University, University of the District of Columbia (UDC), and Medgar Evers College in partnership with Carver Federal Savings Bank ("Carver").

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  • The SFE&PD Student Ambassador Program is doing precisely this at Howard University, University of the District of Columbia (UDC), and Medgar Evers College in partnership with Carver Federal Savings Bank ("Carver").
  • With students back on campus, SFE&PD will continue to expand its reach to teach financial education to more students at these institutions.
  • "Financial education is critical for communities of color that often lack access to important tools to gain financial security," said Carver CEO and President Michael T. Pugh.
  • Carver Bancorp, Inc. (NASDAQ: CARV) is the holding company for Carver Federal Savings Bank, a federally chartered stock savings bank.

Genetic Mutations in Digestive Cancers

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Tuesday, September 28, 2021

WASHINGTON, Sept. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A recently published article in Experimental Biology and Medicine ( Volume 246, Issue 18, September 2021 ) examines genetic mutations in digestive cancers.The study, led by Dr. Yinchi Yang, in the Department of General Surgery of the Beijing Friendship Hospital at the Capital Medical University in Beijing (China), reports that regulators of mRNA modification exhibit extensive genetic modification in digestive cancers.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 28, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A recently published article in Experimental Biology and Medicine ( Volume 246, Issue 18, September 2021 ) examines genetic mutations in digestive cancers.The study, led by Dr. Yinchi Yang, in the Department of General Surgery of the Beijing Friendship Hospital at the Capital Medical University in Beijing (China), reports that regulators of mRNA modification exhibit extensive genetic modification in digestive cancers.
  • Digestive system cancers are common throughout the world and result in over 2.5 million fatalities annually.Digestive cancers include tumors of the stomach, rectum, esophagus, colon, liver, bile duct and pancreas.
  • If caught at an early stage, treatment for digestive cancers can be effective.
  • Zhang said, "similarities and differences in the mechanisms of action of m6A regulators in the progression of digestive tract and digestive gland tumors could direct drug development."

DCPSC annual report shows leadership in achieving District’s clean energy goals

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Friday, September 24, 2021

Washington, D.C., Sept. 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia (Commission) today released its Annual Report highlighting the Commissions role in achieving the Districts climate change commitments and 100% renewable energy goal for 2032.

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  • Washington, D.C., Sept. 24, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Public Service Commission of the District of Columbia (Commission) today released its Annual Report highlighting the Commissions role in achieving the Districts climate change commitments and 100% renewable energy goal for 2032.
  • The Commission reported a significant growth in renewable energy generator applications, reflecting the Commissions aggressive efforts to streamline the application process.
  • The Commission also launched the DC Power Connect website , where residents and businesses can compare and shop for energy suppliers.
  • The 2020 Annual Report is available on the Commissions website.

National Trial Lawyer Lisa S. Tsai Named Managing Partner of Reid Collins & Tsai LLP

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Thursday, September 23, 2021

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, national trial firm Reid Collins & Tsai LLP announced that founding partner Lisa S. Tsai has become Managing Partner of the firm and joined the firm's Executive Committee.

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  • AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 23, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, national trial firm Reid Collins & Tsai LLP announced that founding partner Lisa S. Tsai has become Managing Partner of the firm and joined the firm's Executive Committee.
  • Tsai co-founded the nationally recognized trial boutique that bears her name in 2009.Her exceptional lawyering has been critical to the firm's remarkable achievements, quick rise to the national stage, and stellar reputation.
  • Meanwhile, her leadership and mentoring have contributed enormously to the elevation of women and Asian-Pacific American (APA) attorneys regionally and nationally.
  • Reid Collins & Tsai LLP is one of the nation's leading plaintiffs' trial firms, litigating complex business disputes and achieving billions of dollars in settlements and judgments for its clients.

Amtrak Police and Operation Lifesaver Mobilize “Operation Clear Track” to Reduce Preventable Deaths and Injuries Near Railroad Tracks and Trains

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Tuesday, September 21, 2021

The goal of Operation Clear Track and Rail Safety Week is to raise awareness of the importance of making safe choices near railroad tracks and trains.

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  • The goal of Operation Clear Track and Rail Safety Week is to raise awareness of the importance of making safe choices near railroad tracks and trains.
  • Operation Clear Track is an important annual initiative to help save lives and keep our communities safe, said Amtrak Chief of Police D. Samuel Dotson.
  • In the U.S., every 3 hours a vehicle or person is struck by a train, said Operation Lifesaver, Inc. Executive Director Rachel Maleh.
  • During Operation Clear Track, law enforcement representatives report to high-incident railroad grade crossings in various locations.

Public urged to help #STOPTrackTragedies During Rail Safety Week 2021 and Beyond

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Monday, September 20, 2021

As part of Rail Safety week, new video and audio public service announcements (PSAs) as well as social media campaigns are being released.

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  • As part of Rail Safety week, new video and audio public service announcements (PSAs) as well as social media campaigns are being released.
  • We are excited to join Rail Safety Week 2021, said Iker de Luisa, Director General, Association of Mexican Railroads (AMF).
  • Join the virtual Rail Safety Week effort by knowing the facts, making good decisions and sharing rail safety messages.
  • A national network of trained volunteers gives free presentations on rail safety and a public awareness campaign, See Tracks?

New Health Insurance Ratings Help Americans Find Quality Care During COVID and Opioid Crises

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Thursday, September 16, 2021

WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Health Plan Ratings from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) give businesses and consumers who buy health insurance a user-friendly resource for choosing health plans.

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  • WASHINGTON, Sept. 16, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New Health Plan Ratings from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) give businesses and consumers who buy health insurance a user-friendly resource for choosing health plans.
  • They also include assessments of care for people most at risk of dying from COVID and people at risk for opioid addiction.
  • Diabetes: Health Plan Ratings use five separate measures covering different aspects of care for people with diabetes.
  • NCQA's Health Plan Ratings are available at: reportcards.ncqa.org
    For information on how the ratings were calculated, see the NCQA ratings methodology: https://www.ncqa.org/hedis/reports-and-research/ncqas-health-plan-rating...
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    NCQA is a private, nonprofit organization dedicated to improving health care quality.