# opm (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 5 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover opm. Page: Feed: --- ## [Spotify’s The Come Up unpacks SB19’s six-year rise from RADAR to Lollapalooza](https://philippineexaminer.com/spotifys-the-come-up-unpacks-sb19s-six-year-rise-from-radar-to-lollapalooza) _2026-08-19 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ Six years after joining Spotify’s RADAR Philippines with 141,489 monthly listeners, SB19 has grown to more than 1.4 million global monthly listeners. The post Spotify’s The Come Up unpacks SB19’s six-year rise from RADAR to Lollapalooza appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [Grassroots Advocacy Month 2025: Ring, Ring, NARFE is on the Phone!](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/18/grassroots-advocacy-month-2025-ring-ring-narfe-is-on-the-phone-2/) _2026-08-18 · Matthew · NARFE_ We're halfway through Grassroots Advocacy Month (GAM) 2026, and in Week 3, we are picking up the phone to connect directly with our lawmakers! ## [Update on OPM’s Retirement Processing Backlog](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/18/update-on-opms-retirement-processing-backlog/) _2026-08-18 · Matthew · NARFE_ The Office of Personnel Management (OPM) has made strides in reducing delays in retirement application processing during 2026, even amid a record number of retirements. In July alone, OPM processed over 17,000 retirement claims, 14,000 of which were handled digitally. ## [Action Alert: Stand with the Federal Family—Make the Call!](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/18/action-alert-stand-with-the-federal-family-make-the-call/) _2026-08-18 · Jay · NARFE_ Grassroots Advocacy Month is your opportunity to help protect the federal community by making your voice heard directly with your Members of Congress. ## [Freedom Foundation adds legal firepower, hires former Virginia AG Jason Miyares and veteran litigator A.J. Ferate](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/press-release/freedom-foundation-adds-legal-firepower-hires-former-virginia-ag-jason-miyares-and-veteran-litigator-a-j-ferate/) _2026-08-18 · Joey McCabe · Freedom Foundation_ Dallas, TX — The Freedom Foundation today announced the addition of two prominent legal figures to its senior team: Jason Miyares, who served as the 48th attorney general of Virginia, joins as senior advisor, and Anthony J. “A.J.” Ferate, a veteran Oklahoma attorney and former chairman of the Oklahoma Republican Party, joins as chief litigation counsel. The post Freedom Foundation adds legal… ## [Federal Benefits Question of the Week: Medicare Part D](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/18/federal-benefits-question-of-the-week-medicare-part-d/) _2026-08-18 · Beth · NARFE_ BCBS Basic FEHB health insurance automatically enrolled my spouse and me in Medicare D. Can we opt out of Part D (Medicare Prescription Drug Benefit) at any time? Is there a penalty for re-enrolling later? Also, what are the pros & cons of keeping BCBS without Medicare D? ## [Gary Valenciano Announces 10-Show “Back At The Museum” Run This October](https://philippineexaminer.com/gary-valenciano-announces-10-show-back-at-the-museum-run-this-october) _2026-08-18 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ Gary V returns to Music Museum this October as Manila Genesis celebrates 40 years of music, milestones and unforgettable performances The post Gary Valenciano Announces 10-Show “Back At The Museum” Run This October appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [BANK TWO BROTHERS, Gwyn Dorado, Bae Jin Young Headline Korea Travel Fiesta 2026](https://philippineexaminer.com/bank-two-brothers-gwyn-dorado-bae-jin-young-headline-korea-travel-fiesta-2026) _2026-08-18 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ Organized by the Korea Tourism Organization Manila Office, the two-day event will offer Filipinos immersive experiences, travel opportunities, cultural activities, and exciting entertainment inspired by Korea. The post BANK TWO BROTHERS, Gwyn Dorado, Bae Jin Young Headline Korea Travel Fiesta 2026 appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [Return of the Jedi in Concert Rolls Out Deals and Surprises Ahead of Manila Run](https://philippineexaminer.com/return-of-the-jedi-in-concert-rolls-out-deals-and-surprises-ahead-of-manila-run) _2026-08-17 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ With less than three weeks until Star Wars: Return of the Jedi in Concert lands at The Theatre at Solaire on September 5–6, Film Concerts PH is sweetening the countdown with a Star Wars collectibles pop-up at the shows, 3+1 ticket bundles, and Grab ride discounts. The post Return of the Jedi in Concert Rolls Out Deals and Surprises Ahead of Manila Run appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [Gloc-9 Teams Up With FEU for UAAP Season 89 Anthem ‘Dito Sa Amin’](https://philippineexaminer.com/gloc-9-teams-up-with-feu-for-uaap-season-89-anthem-dito-sa-amin) _2026-08-15 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ Gloc-9 gives UAAP Season 89 its official soundtrack. The Filipino rap icon and proud FEU alum teams up with Far Eastern University for “Dito Sa Amin,” an anthem celebrating unity, resilience, and the fighting spirit of student-athletes. The post Gloc-9 Teams Up With FEU for UAAP Season 89 Anthem ‘Dito Sa Amin’ appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [Hire AI-Powered Freelancers Fast (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/fHG0o6VLvT6C) _2026-08-15 · **Sponsored**_ Browse and hire skilled professionals using AI tools — free to post, free to apply. ## [SB19, Maki, KAIA Lead Star-Studded Lineup for Sony’s ULT POWER SOUND Launch](https://philippineexaminer.com/sb19-maki-kaia-lead-star-studded-lineup-for-sonys-ult-power-sound-launch) _2026-08-15 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ Sony Philippines is turning up the volume with Beyond The Beat, its biggest ULT POWER SOUND launch yet, featuring SB19, Maki, KAIA, Jeremy G and more at COVE Manila this September 19. The post SB19, Maki, KAIA Lead Star-Studded Lineup for Sony’s ULT POWER SOUND Launch appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [XONARA is Timezone’s newest brand ambassador](https://philippineexaminer.com/xonara-is-timezones-newest-brand-ambassador) _2026-08-14 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ P-pop meets arcade culture! XONARA has been named Timezone Philippines’ newest brand ambassadors, bringing fandom, fun, and collectibles to the game floor. The post XONARA is Timezone’s newest brand ambassador appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [Club PENSHOPPE Welcomes Belle Mariano, Maki, and Elijah Canlas](https://philippineexaminer.com/club-penshoppe-welcomes-belle-mariano-maki-and-elijah-canlas) _2026-08-13 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ Belle Mariano, Maki, and Elijah Canlas officially join Club PENSHOPPE: All Access, bringing their distinct personalities, creativity, and personal style to the brand’s latest campaign inspired by the carefree spirit of ’90s youth culture. The post Club PENSHOPPE Welcomes Belle Mariano, Maki, and Elijah Canlas appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [BINI Set to Make Summer Sonic Debut in Japan This Weekend](https://philippineexaminer.com/bini-set-to-make-summer-sonic-debut-in-japan-this-weekend) _2026-08-13 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ BINI is turning up the P-Pop energy in Japan with back-to-back Summer Sonic performances in Osaka and Tokyo. The post BINI Set to Make Summer Sonic Debut in Japan This Weekend appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [Benefits Brief: Timing, Trade-offs and Common Pitfalls When Deciding to Claim Social Security Benefits](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/11/benefits-briefs-timing-trade-offs-and-common-pitfalls-when-deciding-to-claim-social-security-benefits/) _2026-08-11 · Jay · NARFE_ We all have the same eight-year window for claiming Social Security retirement benefits: as early as 62, at your full retirement age (FRA), or as late as 70. The “best” choice isn’t universal—it depends on your health, work plans, household finances, and whether a spouse or dependent child may qualify on your record. ## [Freedom Foundation backs proposal to reign in government unions, promote accountability](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/national/freedom-foundation-backs-proposal-to-reign-in-government-unions-promote-accountability/) _2026-08-11 · Ben Straka · Freedom Foundation_ A newly proposed rule by the Trump administration seeks to improve accountability in the federal workforce, including eliminating some of the ways unions make it harder to remove federal employees for poor performance. The post Freedom Foundation backs proposal to reign in government unions, promote accountability appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [Grassroots Advocacy Month 2026: Let’s Go, LAC!](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/10/grassroots-advocacy-month-2026-lets-go-lac/) _2026-08-11 · Jay · NARFE_ After an impactful first week of sharing our stories, building awareness, and expanding our advocacy family, we’re ready to take the next step in Grassroots Advocacy Month 2026. ## [NARFE Provides Comments on OPM’s Proposed Rule Promoting Employee Accountability](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/10/narfe-provides-comments-on-opms-proposed-rule-promoting-employee-accountability/) _2026-08-11 · Jay · NARFE_ Last week, NARFE President, William Shackelford, submitted a public comment in response to a proposed rule titled “Promoting Employee Accountability,” issued by the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) and the Merit Systems Protection Board (MSPB). ## [OPM Launches Website to Improve Employees’ Access to Personnel Records](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/10/opm-launches-website-to-improve-employees-access-to-personnel-records/) _2026-08-11 · Jay · NARFE_ Last week, the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) launched a new online portal for eligible former federal employees to obtain their electronic personnel records by email. ## [New Lawsuit Challenges FEHB’s Ban on Gender-Affirming Care](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/10/new-lawsuit-challenges-fehbs-ban-on-gender-affirming-care/) _2026-08-10 · Jay · NARFE_ A new lawsuit filed on August 3 targets a federal policy banning some gender-affirming medical treatments from Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) plans. ## [8.1% APY Plus Free Stock (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/TCCmONLCiXxq) _2026-08-10 · **Sponsored**_ Claim 8.1% APY and up to $1,030 in SK hynix and Nvidia stock. ## [Senate Passes Stopgap Funding Bill Prior to Recess](https://www.narfe.org/blog/2026/08/10/senate-passes-stopgap-funding-bill-prior-to-recess/) _2026-08-10 · Jay · NARFE_ The Senate voted 90-6 on August 7 to pass a bipartisan continuing resolution (H.R. 6500) that would fund the federal government at current levels through December 11, avoiding a shutdown when the fiscal year ends September 30. ## [What does affirmative consent mean post-Janus?](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/california/what-does-affirmative-consent-mean-post-janus/) _2026-08-10 · Quinn Kelly · Freedom Foundation_ In its landmark 2018 rulingJanus v. AFSCME, the U.S. Supreme Court affirmed that union dues may not be deducted from a public employee’s lawfully earned wages “unless the employee affirmatively consents to pay.” The post What does affirmative consent mean post-Janus? appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [Oracle Wins $396 Million Deal to Fold Federal HR Systems Into One Cloud](https://sentinel.ht/oracle-opm-federal-hr-cloud-consolidation-contract/) _2026-08-08 · David Harper · Sentinel_ The US Office of Personnel Management has awarded Oracle a 10-year contract worth $395.8 million to build a single human-resources platform for the federal government, a deal that would fold a sprawl of legacy systems into one cloud service covering more than two million employees. OPM Director Scott Kupor announced the Federal HR 2.0 award \[…\] ## [Freedom Foundation sets mark with 7,400 opt-outs in July](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/outreach/freedom-foundation-sets-mark-with-7400-opt-outs-in-july/) _2026-08-06 · Michael Ciccio · Freedom Foundation_ July marked another milestone for the Freedom Foundation, as the organization helped more than 7,400 public employees leave their unions. The post Freedom Foundation sets mark with 7,400 opt-outs in July appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [Maki and James Reid Team Up for First-Ever Collaboration “luck”](https://philippineexaminer.com/maki-and-james-reid-team-up-for-first-ever-collaboration-luck) _2026-08-01 · Dante Ulanday - News Writer and Moderator · Philippine Examiner - News Magazine - : Headlines_ Maki and James Reid join forces for the first time on their new single, "luck," now streaming on all digital platforms. ?? The post Maki and James Reid Team Up for First-Ever Collaboration “luck” appeared first on MANILA CONCERT SCENE. ## [Clark County Education Association (Las Vegas) Refuses Teachers’ Certified Opt Out Requests Again](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/outreach/clark-county-education-association-refuses-teachers-certified-opt-out-requests-again/) _2026-07-31 · Matthew Hayward · Freedom Foundation_ For the second year in a row, the Clark County Education Association has refused certified mail containing membership cancellation requests from the very teachers it claims to represent. The post Clark County Education Association (Las Vegas) Refuses Teachers’ Certified Opt Out Requests Again appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [Video: Sketch to Song Playlist](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/07/30/video-sketch-to-song-playlist/) _2026-07-30 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ Here’s the updated playlist for my Sound Design Sundays series Sketch to Song. Now up to three entries! I’ll update via post when \[…\] ## [Freedom Foundation CEO Aaron Withe Uses Annual Summit to Sound Alarm About Teacher Unions](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/press-release/freedom-foundation-ceo-aaron-withe-uses-annual-summit-to-sound-alarm-about-teacher-unions/) _2026-07-27 · Siena Rose · Freedom Foundation_ At the Teacher Freedom Alliance’s fourth annual teacher summit last week, Freedom Foundation CEO Aaron Withe took direct aim at the growing gap between teachers unions' priorities and the educators they claim to represent. The post Freedom Foundation CEO Aaron Withe Uses Annual Summit to Sound Alarm About Teacher Unions appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [Teacher Freedom Summit leaves educators energized, informed](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/teacher-conference/teacher-freedom-summit-leaves-educators-energized-informed/) _2026-07-23 · Nilesh Umapathy · Freedom Foundation_ 2026 has been a year of growing momentum for educators who want something better than the union model despite the constant stream of effort coming from the American Federation of Teachers (AFT) and the National Education Association (NEA) to convince them otherwise. The post Teacher Freedom Summit leaves educators energized, informed appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [You can’t legislate member loyalty](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/oregon/you-cant-legislate-member-loyalty/) _2026-07-22 · Dustin James · Freedom Foundation_ Oregon politicians can restrict outreach. They can threaten lawsuits, protect government unions and make it harder for public employees to receive information about their constitutional rights. The post You can’t legislate member loyalty appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [Trade Bitcoin & Ethereum (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/sfRmZnJ3yN9L) _2026-07-22 · **Sponsored**_ Buy, sell and margin trade BTC & ETH with fiat currencies ## [Oregon Education Association Puts Politics Ahead of Students](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/oregon/oregon-education-association-puts-politics-ahead-of-students/) _2026-07-20 · Peter Straka · Freedom Foundation_ For years, families across the state have watched its education system struggle with low academic outcomes, classroom disruptions, staffing shortages and a growing sense that too many students are being pushed through schools that aren’t meeting their individual needs. The post Oregon Education Association Puts Politics Ahead of Students appeared first on Freedom Foundation . ## [Exit Interview: Arturia MiniBrute 2s](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/07/19/exit-interview-arturia-minibrute-2s/) _2026-07-20 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ A review of the Arturia MiniBrute 2s synthesizer encompassing five+ years of use, and why I sold it. ## [Video: Three for One!](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/07/09/video-three-for-one/) _2026-07-09 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ Three recent videos from my stream, embedded for ease of access. ## [Record Month](https://www.freedomfoundation.com/outreach/record-month/) _2026-07-01 · Michael Ciccio · Freedom Foundation_ Every Fourth of July, Americans celebrate the ideals that founded this country — national sovereignty, individual liberty, self-determination and the right to make our own choices. At the Freedom Foundation, we see those principles in action every day. June was a record-breaking month for the organization, as 6,827 public employees exercised their rights and opted \[…\] The post Record Month… ## [Video: Let’s Make Percussion II (with synths)](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/06/19/video-lets-make-percussion-ii-with-synths/) _2026-06-19 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ The second part of my two-part series making percussion/drum sounds for Ableton (and/or any sample-based drum setup). This time, we used synths! Percussion \[…\] ## [Video: Let’s Make Percussion!](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/06/12/video-lets-make-percussion/) _2026-06-12 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ Thios week’s video — we do them on Sundays at 12:30 Pacific these days! — is on making percussion. In particular, we look \[…\] ## [OPM: Pause/Hiatus](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/06/12/opm-pause-hiatus/) _2026-06-12 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ A short piece explaining the Other People's Music hiatus. ## [OPM: This One’s Got Tunes](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/06/05/opm-this-ones-got-tunes/) _2026-06-05 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ Five Reviews of Independent Music on Equitable Platforms. Rock from My Turning Point, Matt Young; synth pop from Demifiend; metal from Carmine Rebellion; Experimental work from Ultra Medium Frequency. ## [Video: Korg opsix Sound Design Session](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/05/31/video-korg-opsix-sound-design-session/) _2026-05-31 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ This week’s video is two hours(!) of mostly no-talking sound design! Take note: I have moved my streams from Wednesday afternoon to Sunday \[…\] ## [OPM: Fourteen Already](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/05/29/opm-fourteen-already/) _2026-05-29 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ Five Reviews of Independent Music on Equitable Platforms. Electronic music from Wandering Cosmos; experimental work from Compression Artifact; indie rock from Malachite Riot; Rock/pop/funk from Femi and the Foundation; chamber music from Frederick St Peter. ## [OPM: The Outer Limits](https://www.etherdiver.com/2026/05/22/opm-the-outer-limits/) _2026-05-22 · Ether Diver · Ether Diver_ Five Reviews of Independent Music on Equitable Platforms. Dub electronica from Bodega System and inpc; Free Jazz synth + sax freakouts from Blood Out; Ambient, IDM, techno + more from Ovidi Nawer and Anhnch.