Broadcasting Board of Governors News Monitoring Service

Deep State strike back: Gets gushy NYT puff piece on Obama holdovers at VOA parent

Well, the Obama holdovers at the U.S. Agency for Global Media, parent organization over U.S. broadcast agencies such as Voice of America, and formerly known as the Broadcast Board of Governors, have struck back. News got out, including from yours truly in …

Voice of America, a trusted news source abroad, braces for shift to the right

TV Martí, which aims broadcasts at Cuba, aired a segment in May that called financier and Democratic donor George Soros, a long-time opponent of authoritarianism, “a nonbelieving Jew of flexible morals.” Voice of America, the flagship of US government …

Troubled by lapses, government's voice to the world braces for new Trump management

WASHINGTON — The U.S. government’s broadcast service to the world has a problem: It is becoming the news itself. TV Martí, which aims broadcasts at Cuba, aired a segment in May that called financier and Democratic donor George Soros, a longtime opponent of …

Allegations of ‘Trump TV’ distract from real issues at Broadcasting Board of Governors

The Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG), the federal agency Hillary ClintonHillary Diane Rodham ClintonArizona GOP Senate candidate defends bus tour with far-right activist Santorum: Mueller could avoid charges of McCarthyism by investigating DOJ, FBI …

Voice Of America Vows Independence, As Trump Calls For 'Worldwide Network'

Journalist Natasha Mozgovaya co-anchors "Current Time" in Washington, D.C., in 2015. It's produced by Radio Free Europe in cooperation with Voice of America, a government-funded news arm. Bloomberg/Bloomberg via Getty Images hide caption …

More oversight of America’s international media networks a good idea

Congress is reviewing legislation that will help guarantee outside oversight of America’s international media networks. The bill is valuable as it is, but could be even stronger. Bill S.3654, sponsored by Sen. Robert MenendezRobert (Bob) MenendezSenate …

White House Intends to Nominate Conservative Documentarian to Lead Broadcasting Board of Governors

President Donald Trump will nominate a conservative documentarian and Stephen Bannon ally to lead a large government agency that creates and distributes news to more than one hundred countries. The exterior view of the south side of the White House is seen …

Executive Briefing Series: Cloud Adoption

Most agencies face a different type of challenge around moving legacy technology to modern platforms. The Office of Management and Budget reported in the fiscal 2018 budget request to Congress that spending on legacy IT remains around 80% of the federal IT …

US Broadcasting Board of Governors: Russia law on media not based on reciprocity

The agency that coordinates the US media believes that the new Russian law with respect to classifying foreign-funded media as “foreign agents” is not reciprocity for Washington’s limiting the Russian media—including RT and Sputnik—activities in the US.   …

Statement from Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG) CEO John F. Lansing Regarding the Russian Federation's Media Law

WASHINGTON, Nov. 25, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- President Putin has signed a law under which foreign media organizations can be classified as "foreign agents."  Russian officials have indicated that, under this law, even more …

Statement from Broadcasting Board of Governors (BBG) CEO John F. Lansing Regarding the Russian Federation's Media Law

TV Martí under scrutiny following controversial report and two employee suspensions

A report that led to the suspension of two Radio and TV Martí staffers has again shined a spotlight on the controversial U.S. government-funded media outlet with a mission to transmit uncensored information to Cuba. The staffers were suspended after Sen. …

US agency vows to investigate broadcast report that called George Soros a ‘multimillionaire Jew’

A U.S. government agency has launched an internal investigation after airing a Spanish-language program earlier this year describing George Soros as a “multimillionaire Jew” and espousing conspiracy theories about the billionaire philanthropist. The 15- …

Zimbabwe complicates US policy with SADC

It has emerged that the US embassy in Gaborone has tried to organise a troika, a tripartite meeting between SADC, Zimbabwe and USA, but the US Ambassador, who also sits on SADC as a representative of America was unable to convince Washington to take part. …

Zimbabwe complicates US policy with SADC-leaked Cables

Mmegi Online  •  22 October 2018 11:48AM  •  0 comments GABERONE - It has emerged that the US embassy in Gaborone has tried to organise a troika, a tripartite meeting between SADC, Zimbabwe and USA, but the US Ambassador, who also sits on SADC as a …

Broadcasting Board of Governors' Chief On The Future Of VOA

John Lansing is the CEO of the agency in charge of the government-funded Voice of America news service. He talks with Steve Inskeep about the agency's operations under the new administration. STEVE INSKEEP, HOST: A news story a few weeks ago filled …

US Media Agency Fires 15 Staffers Who Accepted Payments From a Source

Journalists at a Voice of America bureau in Africa were fired after they accepted payments from a source. Simon Maina/AFP/Getty Images Voice of America (VOA) is supposed to bring “independent American news coverage” to foreign countries. The …

Trump’s right China uses its media to influence foreign opinion, but so does Washington

US President Donald Trump went off topic in characteristic style at the United Nations Security Council this week, accusing China of using state media to meddle in the upcoming midterm elections. While he provided no evidence for his remarks, which …

Watch Dog Website Thwarts U.S. Government Agency's Attempts to Stifle Scrutiny by Journalists

These actions constitute a dangerous attempt by a Federal agency to interfere with American media and are a serious violation of the First Amendment protection of free press in the United States.     PORTLAND, OR, September 26, 2018 /24-7PressRelease…

CCHR Supports U.N. and Rights’ Groups Demand for Urgent FDA Ban on Skin Electric Shock Devices

FDA accused of delaying ban on the electrical device that uses pain to modify behavior. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, December 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Food and Drug Administration announced that it will ban a device that …

New Blog Offers Electroshock Victims & Families a Forum to Speak Out

CCHR’s public awareness blog provides facts and warnings about electroconvulsive therapy and the need to ban it. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, December 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The mental health watchdog Citizens Commission on Human …

Pro-In Protect Innovations reduces the risk of infection at airport security controls

Airports: Hand luggage security trays are the most contaminated places at an airport as scientific study says ESCHBORN, HESSE, GERMANY, December 18, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hand luggage security trays at airports have until recently been …

Chief of International MilSatCom, SMC, US Air Force to Chair Day-two Military Space Situational Awareness Conference

SMi Reports: Chief of International MilSatCom and other senior US DOD representatives briefing at the conference to discuss on Space Situational Awareness. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, December 17, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With the US Air Force …

November 2018 Crypto Exchange Analytics and Research

NY, NEW YORK, UNITED STATES, December 16, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This is the second report in a series of reviews of the crypto exchanges widely considered to be leaders in the field. In it, COR Index analyzes chief criteria used to select …

Reading Roadmap afterschool tutoring model increases student test scores

Program demonstrates how afterschool can impact early childhood literacy TOPEKA, KANSAS, UNITED STATES, December 14, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New research demonstrates that the Kansas Reading Roadmap is a promising model for how schools and …

Bipartisan lawmakers voice support for Iran uprising, condemn Tehran’s terrorism against dissidents

Bipartisan members of congress joined Iranian Americans from 40 states at a Congressional event to express support for protesters in Iran. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, December 13, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bipartisan members of congress joined Iranian …

#StandUp4HumanRights March Demands Human Rights Be Recognized

Human rights advocates braved freezing temperatures, gathering at the famous Lincoln Memorial to stand up and march for the rights of all. WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA, UNITED STATES, December 13, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On Human Rights …

Bipartisan lawmakers voice support for Iran uprising, condemn Tehran’s terrorism against dissidents

Bipartisan members of congress joined Iranian Americans from 40 states at a Congressional event to express support for protesters in Iran. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, December 13, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bipartisan lawmakers voice support for Iran …

U.S. Army Colonel Fernando Guadalupe Regularly Gives Back to Society Through Volunteering

FORT JACKSON, SOUTH CAROLINA, USA, December 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Colonel Fernando Guadalupe emphasizes the positive impact volunteering with local organizations has on communities. Apart from his regular Army service, he volunteers with …

Patrick Brown's Media and Book Tour

TORONTO, ON, CANADA, December 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- We are pleased to confirm the Ottawa Region Book launch for Patrick Brown’s bestselling book TAKEDOWN. It is your chance to meet and hear Mayor Patrick Brown speak about politics. …

American Made for the Holiday

Small town values and great customer service with nationwide reach. GETTYSBURG, PA, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the continued globalization of our retail shelves, there seems to be an ongoing challenge to find …

CCHR to Host Attorney Summit on Florida Mental Health Law

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights is hosting a continuing legal education event on the Florida mental health law for defense attorneys next month. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Citizens …

CCHR Calling for Greater Protection of Elders from Baker Act Abuse

The Citizens Commission on Human Rights is calling upon lawmakers to protect senior citizens from unlawful involuntary psychiatric examination. CLEARWATER, FLORIDA, UNITED STATES, December 12, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Citizens Commission …

Hearing Health Foundation Maintains 4-Star Charity Navigator Rating and Consumer Reports “Best Charities” Distinction

HHF concludes our 60th anniversary year of groundbreaking hearing and balance research with repeat accolades from Charity Navigator and Consumer Reports. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Hearing Health …

California Lawyers Association names Paula Brunoro-Borokhov Vice-Chair of Young Tax Lawyers Committee Taxation Section

Paula Brunoro-Borokhov, tax attorney and international legal counsel, will serve tax lawyers that have been practicing for 10 years or less in California. SAN DIEGO, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, December 11, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

Durango Reports Additional Visible Gold Grains in Till at Windfall Lake

Recent samples submitted for gold grain count & fire assay have all returned visible gold grains extending the previously known 5km trend to approximately 10km. Durango Resources Inc. (OTCQB:ATOXF) VANCOUVER, BC, CANADA, December 11, 2018 /⁨ …

American Fidelity Named One of the Best Workplaces for Diversity

American Fidelity Assurance Company once again made FORTUNE magazine’s and the Great Place to Work Institute’s Best Workplaces for Diversity list. OKLAHOMA CITY, OK, USA, December 10, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- American Fidelity Assurance …

AMCD Supports the Appointment of Heather Nauert as UN Ambassador

WASHINGTON, DC, USA, December 9, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Mideast Coalition for Democracy fully supports President Trump’s pick to replace UN Ambassador Nikki Haley, the intelligent and capable Ms. Heather Nauert. Ms. Nauert has …

Are people dying from what they don’t know?

Drug-Free World Foundation launches Truth About Drugs campaign to educate on emerging threat of synthetic drugs WASHINGTON, DC, USA, December 6, 2018 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WASHINGTON, DC – The Foundation for a Drug-Free World announced its …