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Blocking Access to Foreign Pirate Sites

Blocking Access to Foreign Pirate Sites

Despite leading the world in pirate site visits, the U.S. remains one of the few developed nations without legal authority to block foreign piracy websites. This report argues it’s time…

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Opportunities in Open Science, Metascience, and Artificial Intelligence

Opportunities in Open Science, Metascience, and...

This workshop report from CSET and ORCA explores how artificial intelligence can support open science and metascience, emphasizing responsible integration and shared infrastructure. Experts highlighted AI’s potential to enhance research…

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100 Cities and Towns With Largest Population Gains: July 1, 2023, to July 1, 2024

100 Cities and Towns With Largest Population...

New Census data reveals the 100 cities and towns with the largest population increases between July 2023 and July 2024. This snapshot highlights where people are relocating across the country,…

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Executive Order 14149: Restoring Freedom of Speech and Ending Federal Censorship

Executive Order 14149: Restoring Freedom of Speech...

This Executive Order affirms the federal government’s commitment to protecting First Amendment rights by prohibiting any agency from censoring constitutionally protected speech. It responds to prior federal actions that allegedly…

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Executive Order 14303: Restoring Gold Standard Science

Executive Order 14303: Restoring Gold Standard...

Executive Order 14303 sets a new mandate to restore public trust in federally funded science by establishing “Gold Standard Science” principles. In response to past incidents of politicized or misleading…

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Executive Order 14291: Establishment of the Religious Liberty Commission

Executive Order 14291: Establishment of the...

The President has established the Religious Liberty Commission to reinforce and expand protections for religious freedom across the United States. This initiative responds to growing concerns about policies that may…

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Executive Order 14290: Ending Taxpayer Subsidization of Biased Media

Executive Order 14290: Ending Taxpayer...

A new Executive Order issued on May 1, 2025, directs the immediate cessation of federal funding to National Public Radio (NPR) and the Public Broadcasting Service (PBS). The administration argues…

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Combating Sexual Misconduct

Combating Sexual Misconduct

The Civil Rights Division of the Department of Justice continues to lead efforts against sexual misconduct, addressing abuses in housing, education, employment, and the criminal justice system. In FY 2024…

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KNOW2PROTECT: 2024 Year In Review

KNOW2PROTECT: 2024 Year In Review

In its first year, the DHS Know2Protect campaign made major strides in raising awareness about online child sexual exploitation through training, public outreach, and innovative partnerships. With over 680 million…

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Bankwise: Your Rights Simplified

Bankwise: Your Rights Simplified

Electronic Fund Transfer Act (Regulation E) The Electronic Fund Transfer Act (EFTA), enforced through Regulation E, provides key protections for consumers engaging in electronic fund transfers (EFTs) such as debit…

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Parental Leave and Employment Patterns for First-Time Parents in the United States: 2022

Parental Leave and Employment Patterns for...

Parental leave patterns in the United States continue to evolve, with more first-time mothers and fathers participating in the workforce before and after the birth of their first child. While…

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Creating a Privacy Program: A Roadmap for States

Creating a Privacy Program: A Roadmap for States

As states expand digital services and data-sharing partnerships, the demand for formal privacy governance is rising—prompting a sharp increase in the appointment of state Chief Privacy Officers (CPOs). NASCIO’s roadmap…

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Safe Money: Online & Digital Scams

Safe Money: Online & Digital Scams

Online and digital scams continue to evolve, using phishing emails, fake websites, and fraudulent shopping schemes to target unsuspecting users. These scams often lure victims with too-good-to-be-true offers, urgent security…

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Safe Money: Imposter Scams

Safe Money: Imposter Scams

Imposter scams are on the rise, with fraudsters posing as trusted figures—like government officials, relatives, or tech support—to steal personal information or money. Common tactics include urgent demands for payment…

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Digital Content Refresh

Digital Content Refresh

The Department of Defense has issued a directive to remove all Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) content from its digital platforms by March 5, 2025. This includes articles, photos, and…

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