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NEW YORK — In The Enigmatic Aviator: Charles Lindbergh, Revisited (The Partick Press; Wednesday, May 21, 2025; ISBN: 9798308673361), historian David Hamilton sets the historical record straight. Drawing on extensive research, including Lindbergh’s archive at Yale, the author offers a fresh and objective assessment of the strengths and weaknesses of a talented, complex man who was remarkably intertwined in […]

HOUSTON, Texas — One feral cat can quickly become an entire colony, but a groundbreaking program in the Houston area is transforming the model for feral cat rescue and rehoming — and foster families are desperately needed south of Houston and throughout the Galveston County area. Traps to Laps (TTL) is a lifesaving, collaborative concept

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. – The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) is enhancing its support for schools on their improvement journey around the world as a part of its Vision 2030 initiatives. The organization is aligning all efforts with its global core standards, expanding services internationally.     Strategic changes include renaming the Flourishing Initiatives Department

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Social Security Administration (SSA) recently announced the implementation of enhanced fraud prevention tools for claims filed over the telephone, further modernizing the agency’s services and strengthening program integrity. Beginning April 14, 2025, SSA will allow individuals to complete all claim types via telephone, supported by new anti-fraud capabilities designed to protect

SPRINGFIELD, Va., A – In a recent letter sent to Rep. Tom Cole (R-OK), the Chairman of the Committee on Appropriations to the U.S. House of Representatives, Boat Owners Association of The United States (BoatUS) expressed concern over the Trump Administration’s efforts to reduce the National Oceanographic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) workforce and implement other

From a news release WASHINGTON, D.C. – The head of the Social Security Administration states recent reports in the media that the Social Security Administration (SSA) is permanently closing local field offices are false. Acting Commissioner of Social Security Lee Dudek states in a news release: “Since January 1, 2025, the agency has not permanently closed

From a news release WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Social Security Administration (SSA) is taking proactive steps to enhance the security of its services by implementing stronger identity verification procedures. The updated measures will further safeguard Social Security records and benefits for millions of Americans against fraudulent activity. In-person identity proofing for people unable to use

From a news release WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Social Security Administration (SSA) announced today several new initiatives and resources to promote greater transparency and accountability. “President Trump has been clear that good government must serve the People. This begins with being transparent in how its government makes decisions and operates as good stewards of the

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The Social Security Administration (SSA) has announced the immediate resumption of debt collection activities through the Treasury Offset Program (TOP) for debts accrued prior to March 2020. This decision comes after a suspension of collections due to the economic challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic. The Treasury Offset Program, administered by the

WASHINGTON, D.C. – In response to stakeholder feedback and a recent audit by the Government Accountability Office (GAO), the Social Security Administration (SSA) is pleased to announce a comprehensive plan aimed at reducing costs and enhancing the Electronic Consent Based Social Security Number Verification (eCBSV) service. This initiative is designed to ensure the continued viability of the