Raising Awareness of Sustainable Aquaculture

AUDIO: Eric Schwaab, Senior Vice President for Ecosystems and Oceans, Environmental Defense Fund
(New York, NY, Wednesday, June 2, 2021) – Do you know where your fish sticks, salmon patty or shrimp are from? America imports 85% of all the seafood we eat, half of which is raised...

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Microsoft Increasing Affordable, High-Speed Internet in Racial and Ethnic Minority Communities

AUDIO: Vickie Robinson, General Manager, Microsoft Airband Initiative
(Redmond, WA, Wednesday, June 2, 2021) —Today, Microsoft announced a commitment to expand access to affordable high-speed internet (broadband), affordable devices, and digital skilling for racial and ethnic minority communities in eight major cities across...

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Know Your Flood Risk and Take Action Before Peak Hurricane Season

AUDIO: Jeff Jackson, Acting Assistant Administrator, Federal Insurance at FEMA,
(Washington, D.C., Tuesday, June 1, 2021) – With peak hurricane season quickly approaching, FEMA is urging residents to understand their flood risk and to act now. Only about 20 percent of residents in Texas, Louisiana,...

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Conozca Los Peligros De Las Inundaciones Y Protejase Antes Que Empiece La Temporada De Huracanes

AUDIO: Daniel Llargués, Oficial de Relaciones Públicas de FEMA
(Washington, D.C., martes 1 de junio de 2021) – Ahora que se avecina la temporada de huracanes, FEMA pide a los residentes que se informen sobre los riesgos de las inundaciones y que actúen para...

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FEMA Urges Residents to Take Action Before Peak Hurricane Season

AUDIO: David Maurstad, Senior Executive of the National Flood Insurance Program at FEMA at FEMA
(Washington D.C., Friday, May 28, 2021) – Peak hurricane season is approaching fast, and the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is urging residents to prepare now and take action before it’s too late. Residents can...

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Consumers Can Enroll Through Healthcare.Gov Before the End of May for Coverage Starting June 1

AUDIO: Dr. LaShawn McIver (mc-EEV-er), CMS Director of the Office of Minority Health
(Washington, D.C., Friday, May 28, 2021) – The American Rescue Plan (ARP) not only provides resources to beat the pandemic, but it also expands access to health insurance coverage, and lowers cost ensuring nearly everyone...

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New Survey Shows Consumers Are Ready To Travel

AUDIO: Emily Weiss, Managing Director, Global Travel Industry Sector Lead, Accenture
(New York, NY, Thursday, May 27, 2021) – The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way people live, work and socialize, accelerating demand for innovation, as retailers, consumer goods, and travel companies shift from reacting to...

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Safety Tips for Memorial Day Weekend

AUDIO: Mark Chung, Vice President of Roadway Practice, National Safety Council
(Washington D.C., Tuesday, May 25, 2021) – Memorial Day is one of the most dangerous driving weekends of the year. And with the COVID-19 vaccination rate rising, more Americans are likely to start traveling again....

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Introducing Microsoft Edge Kids Mode, a Safer Space for Your Child to Discover the Web

AUDIO: Divya Kumar, Director of Product Strategy & Marketing
(Seattle, WA, Thursday, April 15, 2021) – Today, Microsoft announced the general availability of Microsoft Edge Kids Mode, a protected online environment for children that gives parents peace of mind as their kids browse the web on...

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