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FCC confirms final timetable for Upper-C band spectrum auction

The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has adopted the final timetable and formal procedures for the planned auction of 160 MHz of spectrum in the Upper-C band (3.9804.14 GHz) in April 2027. The auction will start on 27 April, with the FCC aiming …

David Bozell: The View, Abraham Lincoln, And FCC Classification

Detention of Afridi and other lawmakers challenged in FCC

Published on: November 15, 2026 10:22 AM National Assembly Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai and Senate Opposition Leader Raja Nasir Abbas on Saturday jointly filed a petition before the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), seeking the immediate …

FCC Sends 2027 Upper C-band Auction Plan Into Motion

The Federal Communications Commission has adopted the final schedule and formal procedures for its April 2027 auction of 160 MHz of Upper C-band spectrum intended for 5G mobile broadband use. Existing satellite distribution operators in the top 75 U.S. …

Robocall defenses lag as big carriers miss deadline; scam victims average $4,000 lost

In 2021, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) launched a new effort to combat illegal robocalls. It required phone companies to implement caller authentication technology to verify that calls really come from the numbers shown on caller ID. The …

Opp moves FCC against lawmakers' detention

. ISLAMABAD: The opposition leaders in the National Assembly and Senate have approached the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) against the arrest and detention of PTI lawmakers in the wake of the imposition of governor's rule and emergency in K-P. In …

Attorney general part of push for more ways to stop robocalls

FRANKFORT — Kentucky Attorney General Russell Coleman and a bipartisan coalition of 49 attorneys general are pushing the Federal Communications Commission to make improvements to its Robocall Mitigation Database that would help curb illegal robocalls. …

Opposition leaders move FCC for release of KP CM

ISLAMABAD: Opposition leaders in the National Assembly and Senate have approached the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), seeking the release of non-functional Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Chief Minister Sohail Afridi and other Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) leaders …

Achakzai, Abbas move FCC for release of Sohail Afridi, detained lawmakers

<p>ISLAMABAD: The leaders of the opposition in both Houses of Parliament on Saturday approached the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC), seeking the immediate release of Sohail Afridi, the non-functional Khyber Pakhtunkhwa chief minister, along with …

FCC Sets Upper C-band Auction Schedule

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2026 – Federal regulators have nailed down the schedule for the first new mobile spectrum auction since 2022. The Federal Communications Commission’s upper C-band auction will start on April 27, 2027. The agency will sell off 160 …

FCC files charges against customs CG for ‘failing to provide information’ on 2025/2026 recruitment

 The Federal Character Commission (FCC) has filed criminal charges against the Nigeria Customs Service (NCS) and Bashir Adeniyi, comptroller-general of the agency, for allegedly failing to provide information on its 2025 recruitment exercise.   In a charge …

FCC Says 'Clean Carts' Roll Along With 18M Blocked Listings

By Christopher Cole ( November 13, 2026, 5:16 PM EST) -- The Federal Communications Commission reported Friday that a national security program aimed at preventing the sale of restricted devices on e-commerce sites has blocked 18 million listings.... …

FCC Blocks More Voice Providers For Robocall Violations

By Nadia Dreid ( November 13, 2026, 8:37 PM EST) -- The Federal Communications Commission has booted another eight voice service providers from U.S. networks after finding they failed to follow agency rules aimed at stanching the onslaught of robocalls to …

Achakzai, Abbas move FCC for release of dysfunctional KP CM Afridi, other parliamentarians

ISLAMABAD: National Assembly Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai and Senate Opposition Leader Raja Nasir Abbas on Saturday moved the Federal Constitutional Court (FCC) seeking the immediate release of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa's dysfunctional Chief …

FCC Revises TCPA Rules For Informational Calls, Seeks Comment On Further Changes

Key changes to the FCC’s complex Telephone Consumer Protection Act (TCPA) rules are on the horizon: First, the FCC has adopted significant revisions to its TCPA rules governing opt-out requests for TCPA-covered informational calls. The changes will allow …

Detention of dysfunctional KP CM Afridi, other parliamentarians challenged in FCC

Achakzai, Nasir Abbas move FCC through advocate Moazzam Butt. Petition urges govt to disclose whereabouts of detained lawmakers. Dialogues only way to save “sinking boat”, says Allama Nasir Abbas. National Assembly Opposition Leader Mehmood Khan Achakzai …

AG Coalition Urges FCC to Strengthen Robocall Prevention Rules

FCC To Kick Off Upper C-Band Auction In Wireless Biz Boost

By Christopher Cole ( November 13, 2026, 4:57 PM EST) -- The Federal Communications Commission is ready to get moving on an auction long awaited by the wireless sector to sell exclusive licenses in the prime upper C-band airwaves.... Law360 is on it, so …

Tom’s Two Cents with Tom Hellyer: The Dead Internet Theory: Are bots overrunning the internet?

The elections are over and now we can focus on the holidays and settle back into the normality as we know it.  However, this begs the question about our so called “new normal” of the past six years or so. During the pandemic, legitimate web traffic of …

AMERICAN SWISS FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES THE YOUNG LEADER CLASS OF 2026

ZüRICH, SWITZERLAND, November 15, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The American Swiss Foundation (ASF) is pleased to announce the Young Leaders Class of 2026. Created in 1990 by the late Ambassador Faith Whittlesey, the Foundation’s Young Leaders …

Final 'Traces Thursday' Case Study Explores Addiction-Free Pain Treatment

Stand Up for Science closes out its series on scientific patience with the story of how squids and scorpions helped in the fight against opioid addiction WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Stand Up for …

Dr. Landon Pryor Joins the 2026 Big Blue Bash in Support of America’s Law Enforcement

PALM BEACH, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- You don’t have to wear a badge to stand behind the people who do. Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Landon S. Pryor, has signed on as a sponsor of the 2026 Big Blue Bash Presented by …

Stand Up for Science Demands Public Hearing Before Senate’s Planned Confirmation of NSF Head

Organization calls for full Senate hearing amid O’Neill’s lack of scientific experience and conflicts of interest; announces public pressure campaign WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to news that …

New APHA Men’s Health Caucus Policy Agenda Outlines Priorities for Advancing Men’s and Boys’ Health in 2027–2028

New policy framework outlines priorities to strengthen healthcare, research, and public health responses for men and boys in the United States. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Men’s Health Network (MHN) …

Helping a Hero Awards Wounded Marine and Two-Time Paralympian Michael Spivey Specially Adapted Home

Surprise Announcement Made to Purple Heart Recipient at Bass Pro Shops Grand Opening in New Jersey on Veterans Day BRANSON, MO, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a special surprise announcement at the grand opening of …

Stand Up for Science-Endorsed Candidates Win 15 of 20 Congressional Races in Midterm Elections

75% of endorsed candidates prevail in red districts, a clear signal that voters want evidence-based leadership and change WAS, DC, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The final results are in: candidates endorsed by Stand Up for …

BONHOEFFER FILM RETURNS TO THEATERS JANUARY 24-27 WITH EXCLUSIVE NEW ERIC METAXAS SOCRATES IN THE CITY CONVERSATION

A Special Four-Day Theatrical Engagement Bringing the Historical Drama Back to the Big Screen NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- BONHOEFFER, the historical drama about German pastor, theologian and Nazi-era …

Autism Business Association Celebrates California’s AB 2233, Protecting Access to Authorized ABA Therapy Hours

The new California law addresses barriers that in the past prevented families from making up missed therapy sessions CA, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Autism Business Association celebrates the passage of Assembly …

FEDCON Alerts Veteran-Owned Small Businesses to Historic Doubling of Federal Contracting Goals for FY 2027

A top consulting firm for government contracts, is sounding the alarm. The SBA just announced new goals for federal contracting in 2027 TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Big changes are coming to federal …

Planning Advances Amendments to Linkage and Inclusionary Zoning

The Planning Department this month recommended updates to Linkage and Inclusionary Zoning to support housing and commercial development. The Department also recommended approval of six new development projects representing approximately 773,961 square feet …

City of Boston Opens Public Nominations Period for New Round of Historic Markers

The public is invited to nominate people, places, and events, with an emphasis on underrepresented stories. The City of Boston today announced the opening of the first public nomination period for the Boston Historic Markers Program, inviting residents, …

The Republican Recap: Week of November 9, 2026

Here's a recap of what Republicans achieved on the House floor this week: Expanding Retirement Options for Teachers and Nonprofit Workers ✅ Teachers, nurses, firefighters, and nonprofit employees work hard to serve their communities and deserve the …

Author C.R. Owens Prepares to Unveil Crown of Ashes, the Explosive Conclusion to His Political Thriller Trilogy

Following the success of The Brick in the Holy Door and The Seal of Fire, Owens prepares to conclude his gripping, reality-inspired trilogy with Crown of Ashes DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Award-winning …

World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims

The Council is recognizing November 15, 2026, as World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims in the City of Boston, honoring those who have lost their lives to traffic violence and recognizing the families and communities impacted by roadway crashes …

National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month

The Council is recognizing November 20 through December 20, 2026, as National Survivors of Homicide Victims Awareness Month in the City of Boston, honoring individuals, families, and communities impacted by homicide. The resolution also expresses support …

New Jersey Policy Institute and ACE Scholarships Launch NJ Teachers Public School Tutoring Fund

New fund will pay New Jersey teachers to give public school students high-impact tutoring, at no cost to state or local budgets. NJ, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The New Jersey Policy Institute (NJPI) and ACE …

Research Finds Average State-Level Pharmacy Benefit Manager Market Concentration More Than Doubled Over the Last Decade

Two factors that shape how patients access medicines — formulary tiering and community pharmacy closures — also rose over the same period. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pharmacy benefit managers (PBMs) …

Men's Health Network Welcomes Updated Prostate Cancer Screening Guideline, Calls for Broader Action with Early Detection

Updated PSA screening guidelines mark an important step forward in early detection, preventive care, & men's health. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Men's Health Network (MHN), a national …

UnchainedTV Wins Anthem Award for Groundbreaking Environmental Short Documentary: The Climate Healers

HOLLYWOOD, CA, UNITED STATES, November 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- UnchainedTV, the pioneering 501(c)(3) non-profit streaming news and entertainment network dedicated to plant-based living, animal rights, and environmental sustainability, has …