Imperial Valley News Center
NIST Awards $4 Million for 2018 Small Businesses Innovation Research Program
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- Written by Jennifer Huergo
Gaithersburg, Maryland - The U.S. Department of Commerce’s National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) has awarded $4 million in grants to 21 small businesses to support innovative technology development.
Steps to Keep Buildings Functioning After Natural Hazards
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- Written by Michael E. Newman
Washington, DC - After an earthquake, hurricane, tornado or other natural hazard, it’s considered a win if no one gets hurt and buildings stay standing. But an even bigger victory is possible: keeping those structures operational. This outcome could become more likely with improved standards and codes for the construction of residential and commercial buildings, according to a new report recently delivered to the U.S. Congress by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST).
Maduro Regime Crackdown Following August 4 Incident
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- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - The United States condemns the political violence that occurred on August 4, and urges the Maduro regime to respect the rule of law, exercise restraint, and safeguard the presumption of innocence for all accused.
Passing of Former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan
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- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "I am saddened to hear of the passing of former UN Secretary-General Kofi Annan and express my condolences to the Annan family and to the people of his home country of Ghana.
World Humanitarian Day
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- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - Secretary of State Michael R. Pompeo: "Today, on World Humanitarian Day, we recognize the commitment and dedication of humanitarian aid workers who risk everything to serve those in need, and we honor those who have lost their lives to protect the world’s most vulnerable people.
On the Presidential Election in Mali
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- Written by State Department
Washington, DC - The United States commends the people of Mali for their participation in the presidential election on July 29 and the runoff on August 12. The elections were a demonstration of their commitment to democratic values and we congratulate President Ibrahim Boubacar Keita on his reelection. We condemn the violence and threats that prevented some Malians from voting.
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