Public Interest

China's two sessions: bridging public voice and policy action

BEIJING, March 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As China's paramount legislative and advisory assemblies convene this week for their annual sessions, the global spotlight shifts toBeijing. The "Two Sessions" — the National People's Congress (NPC) and the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference ...

2025-03-05 10:10 2224

CGTN: 99.9% handled: How CPPCC proposals work in consultative democracy

CGTN published an article showing how China's top political advisory body plays its role in the whole process of people's democracy and highlighting how it facilitates Chinese modernization. BEIJING, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- As a political advisor, Zhou Hanmin is no stranger to proposals on...

2025-03-04 22:22 1994

Moldova e-Governance Agency Joins EU Digital Identity Wallet Pilot

CHIȘINĂU, Moldova, March 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The e-Governance Agency of Moldova (AGE) is proud to announce its participation in the second round of Large-Scale Pilot Projects (LSP) for the EU Digital Identity Wallet (EUDI).

2025-03-03 21:55 2270

U.S. Institute of Peace Announces Visaka Dharmadasa the Fifth Annual Women Building Peace Award Laureate

WASHINGTON, Feb. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) is honored to announceVisaka Dharmadasa of Sri Lanka as the Fifth Annual Laureate of USIP'sWomen Building Peace Award. This international award, which is given annually, honors women of extraordinary commitment, leaders...

2025-02-27 13:01 1616

TO MARK THE 55th ANNIVERSARY OF EARTH DAY - EARTHDAY.ORG LAUNCHES EARTH ACTION DAY

WASHINGTON, Feb. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- EARTHDAY.ORG (EDO), the global leader in Earth Day advocacy and the biggest environmental movement in the world today announces Earth Action Day.  Just as we did on April 22, 1970, 55 years ago, we are once again calling on individuals, local communities...

2025-02-26 00:48 1777

EdHeroes Launches Global Initiative to Preserve Cultural Heritage Through Education

TRIESEN, Liechtenstein, Feb. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Following the success of last year's EdHeroes Global Forum on Cultural Heritage in Education, the global education network EdHeroes introduces a fresh new initiative to integrate cultural heritage into education worldwide calledEdHeroes Cultur...

2025-02-25 04:10 2878

Education Justice for All

World Day of Social Justice Statement by Education Cannot Wait Director Yasmine Sherif NEW YORK, Feb. 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The central theme of this year's  World Day of Social Justice is to "strengthen a just transition for a sustainable future." Education is the very foundation for achiev...

2025-02-20 13:15 1740

The Solutions Project Celebrates 5th Annual Black Climate Week From Monday, Feb 17 - Sunday, Feb 23

This award-winning campaign raises awareness about the climate & societal benefits of Black-led climate solutions OAKLAND, Calif., Feb. 19, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- From Monday, Feb 17 through Sunday, Feb 23, The Solutions Project(TSP) is celebrating its 5th annual Black Climate Week, an award-winni...

2025-02-19 01:14 1919

Elon Musk talks 'tech support' governance as world leaders champion innovation-driven reforms at Dubai summit

DUBAI, UAE, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wearing a "Tech Support"-printed T-shirt,Elon Musk virtually took to the stage on the final day of the World Governments Summit in a live discussion with H.E.Omar Sultan Al Olama, UAE Minister of State for Artificial Intelligence, Digital Economy, and Rem...

2025-02-14 19:17 2355

Animal charity Humane Society International Australia becomes 'Humane World for Animals' to better encompass mission and global presence

SYDNEY, Feb. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Animal charity Humane Society International (HSI)Australia today announced its rebrand to Humane World for Animals to establish clarity in its mission to create lasting change for animals inAustralia and around the world. The change takes effect today and un...

2025-02-14 05:00 2697

A Brave New World: International Day of Women and Girls in Science Statement by Education Cannot Wait Executive Director Yasmine Sherif

https://www.educationcannotwait.org/news-stories/directors-corner/brave-new-world NEW YORK , Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The future of the human race hangs in the balance. With science and technology far outpacing the capacity of most humans to keep up, we must arm our future scientists and fu...

2025-02-11 13:15 2159

2024 Corruption Perceptions Index: Corruption plays a devastating role in the climate crisis

BERLIN, Feb. 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Global corruption remains alarmingly high, according to the 2024 Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) released today by Transparency International. The report reveals that more than two-thirds of countries scored belo...

2025-02-11 13:01 857

The View From the World's Largest Humanitarian Aid Hub - Dubai Humanitarian: Children Suffered Most From Global Crises in 2024

-  Over $137m of aid distributed to 106 countries from Dubai Humanitarian aid hub used by international organisations including UNICEF, IFRC, WHOand WFP FULL RELEASE CAN BE DOWNLOADED HERE

2025-02-06 17:00 2869

National Cricket League Announces October 2025 Tournament Dates

The NCL sets the stage for cricket's rise in the U.S. ahead of the Olympics DALLAS, Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Cricket League (NCL), the leading force in cricket's rise inNorth America, is proud to announce its October 2025 tournament, set to take place from October 3rd to October...

2025-02-04 21:30 2432

Patient Advocates from NCCN Guidelines Panels Share Their 'United by Unique' Stories for World Cancer Day

The National Comprehensive Cancer Network joins a global day of advocacy to put people's individual needs and stories at the forefront of cancer care. PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Feb. 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) is joining people and organizations across...

2025-02-04 21:11 2305

Growth Opportunities in the Generator Service Market, Global, 2024-2034

Digital Advancements Are Driving Transformative Growth Opportunities SAN ANTONIO, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The global generator service market is projected to grow at a rate of 2.8% from 2023 to 2034, driven by rising power demand and increasing customer awareness of digital solutions. Real...

2025-01-31 03:00 3705

Grains of Truth 2024 - Global Insights on Healthy and Sustainable Food Systems

Unlocking the Potential of Plant-Based Diets: Overcoming Barriers of Cost and Taste OSLO, Norway, Jan. 30, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Grains of Truth 2024 report, released today byEAT and GlobeScan , reveals a mixed picture of progress towards a pla...

2025-01-30 16:00 6079

Stanford University Libraries assume stewardship of the California Historical Society Collection

PALO ALTO, Calif. and SAN FRANCISCO, Jan. 29, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Stanford University Libraries (SUL) has assumed permanent stewardship of the California Historical Society Collection (CHS), a trove of over 600,000 items spanning the history ofCalifornia and the West since the 18th century. <...

2025-01-29 04:45 4179

Global Times: Spring Festival shopping lists showcased in Xi's pre-holiday visits highlight commitment to people's well-being

BEIJING, Jan. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Spring Festival holds a special place in the hearts of the Chinese people, embodying warmth and family joy. During this festive season, the celebrations of ordinary families resonate deeply with Chinese President Xi Jinping, who genuinely cares about whe...

2025-01-28 10:46 2923

Nearly One Quarter of a Billion School-Aged Children Impacted by Crises Worldwide Require Urgent Support to Access Quality Education: An Increase of 35 Million Over 3 Years

On International Day of Education, Education Cannot Wait launches a new Global Estimates Report, sounding the alarm on growing needs that are outpacing education aid funding. NEW YORK, Jan. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The number of school-aged children in crises worldwide who require urgent support...

2025-01-24 13:00 4074
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