Governor Greg Abbott today announced that a Texas Semiconductor Innovation Fund (TSIF) grant of $4,162,550 has been extended to Arm Inc. for an expansion of their Austin campus to include a new semiconductor lab with failure analysis capabilities. The expansion is expected to create more than 320 jobs and represents more than $71 million in […]
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United States: Tennessee Gov. Lee Announces Departure of Senior Advisor John DeBerry
Nashville, Tenn. – Today, Tennessee Governor Bill Lee announced that Senior Advisor John DeBerry will step away from his role to pursue a new venture after six years of leadership in Governor Lee’s cabinet and a distinguished tenure in the executive and legislative branches of state government, effective today, February 12. “Since my first term, John […]
United States: Kentucky’s Governor and First Lady Host ‘Team Kentucky Saves Lives’ Blood Drive
Frankfort, Ky. – Today, Gov. Andy Beshear and First Lady Britainy Beshear hosted the American Red Cross “Team Kentucky Saves Lives” blood drive to help address the national blood shortage. They encouraged all Kentuckians to sign up to donate at a blood drive near them by visiting Governor.ky.gov/GiveBlood. “When times feel uncertain, it’s important to find ways […]
United States: “Champion of Beautiful, Clean Coal”: President Trump Celebrates Industry Revival
Yesterday, President Donald J. Trump welcomed lawmakers, industry leaders, and hardworking miners from across the country to the White House “Champion of Coal” event. There, he signed an Executive Order directing the Department of War to purchase coal power, celebrated the Tennessee Valley Authority’s recommitment to coal, and was honored by coal miners as the “Undisputed Champion of Beautiful, Clean Coal” for his tireless […]
United States: First Lady Melania Trump Secures Another Russian – Ukrainian Child Reunification
United States First Lady Melania Trump successfully united Russian and Ukrainian children with their families today. For the third time, the U.S. First Lady has helped facilitate the return of children to their families after they were separated because of the regional conflict. The American First Lady stated, “I appreciate that Russia and Ukraine are […]
Inmates to Lead Major Renovations at Cardin Home, PM Drew Announce
Basseterre, St. Kitts, February 12, 2026 (PMO) — Skilled inmates from His Majesty’s Prison will spearhead significant renovation and refurbishment works at the Cardin Home as part of a government initiative aimed at improving conditions for some of the Federation’s most vulnerable citizens. Prime Minister the Honourable Dr. Terrance Drew made the announcement on Thursday, […]
SKN Smart Shopper App to Launch February 18, Enhancing Price Transparency and Consumer Protection
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 12, 2026 (SKNIS) Consumers in Saint Kitts and Nevis will soon have greater power and transparency when purchasing essential goods with the launch of the SKN Smart Shopper App and its accompanying website on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Director Paul Queeley and Communication Officer, Tricia Delaney of the Department of Consumer […]
Mexican ships arrive in Cuba with aid as energy crisis deepens
HAVANA, Cuba, Feb 12, CMC – Two navy ships from Mexico laden with humanitarian aid docked here on Thursday as a blockade imposed by the United States deepens the island’s energy crisis. The ships arrived two weeks after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened tariffs on any country selling or providing oil to Cuba, prompting the island […]
Barbados-Leader of Democratic Labour Party steps down following defeat
BRIDGETOWN, Barbados, Feb 12, CMC – The leader of the Democratic Labour Party (DLP) President Ralph Thorne indicated he was stepping down from the leadership of the party following its third successive 30–nil seat loss to the Barbados Labour Party (BLP), conceding that although the result was “very disappointing”, the 70-year-old party remained “resourceful” and […]
Prime Minister Announces Historic Frigate Bay Land Acquisition
Basseterre, Saint Kitts, February 12, 2026 (SKNIS): The Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis has secured full State ownership of major lands and assets in the Frigate Bay area, marking what Prime Minister Dr. Terrance Drew described as a significant milestone in the Federation’s sustainable development agenda. The announcement was made on Thursday, February 12, […]