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Saudi astronauts finish the nine months training program for the space mission to the International Space Station

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla., May 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Saudi Space Commission (SCC) has confirmed that the Saudi astronauts are ready for the mission to the International Space Station (ISS) this month, after completing the rigorous nine months training program for the flight.  

2023-05-10 20:59 2860

LAC ambassadors gather at Tsinghua University to discuss Chinese modernization

BEIJING, May 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This is a report from China.org.cn Over 30 Latin American and Caribbean (LAC) ambassadors and representatives gathered at Tsinghua University onApril 28 to discuss high-quality development and the Chinese path to modernization, with the goal of fostering more ...

2023-05-09 22:00 2703

World Lupus Federation Urges Global Community to Raise Lupus Awareness on May 10 for World Lupus Day 2023

Lupus awareness tools, facts and resources available at WorldLupusDay.org/tool-kit WASHINGTON, May 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- World Lupus Day was established to take place onMay 10 by the World Lupus Federation (WLF) to unite lupus groups around the world during Lupus Awareness Month and call atten...

2023-05-08 08:00 3188

(ISC)² Calls for Global Cybersecurity Standards based on New Research

Newly published research examines global approaches to cyber legislation and regulation across six jurisdictions, includingSingapore, shedding light on the challenges created by rapidly evolving policy landscapes SINGAPORE, May 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- (ISC)²

2023-05-05 13:58 2937

Internet Society Foundation Announces Skills Development Grants to Support Digital Transformation in Indonesia

Grants of up to $250,000 USD for eligible organizations in Indonesia will support Internet knowledge and skills, increasing economic inclusion and educational opportunities WASHINGTON, May 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Internet Society Foundation has launched a new round of its grant program that ...

2023-05-03 08:00 2954

Barbra Streisand Awarded Tenth Anniversary Genesis Prize

The "Jewish Nobel" will celebrate six decades of Streisand's contributions to cinemaand music and her commitment to improving the world NEW YORK, May 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, The Genesis Prize Foundation (GPF) announced iconic actor, singer, director, author, and activist Barbra Streisand ...

2023-05-01 22:43 3073

International expert committee members for the Inaugural Orchid Awards share dialogue on Global Civilization Initiative

BEIJING, April 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A total of 9 international expert committee members for the Inaugural Orchid Awards exchanged ideas on the Global Civilization Initiative at the inaugural Orchid Awards final selection meeting inBeijing on Thursday.   They proposed that a strong relations...

2023-04-29 09:01 5491

Benefit the Elderly and Lead the Future, The 11th China Elderly Design&Innovation Competition Call for Entries Announced

SHANGHAI, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 11th China Elderly Design&Innovation Competition announcement is officially released, with the aim of collecting entries from the whole society from today toJune 30th this year. The competition ishosted by Shanghai Civil Affairs Bureau and organized by...

2023-04-27 20:00 2060

Asian Hall of Fame Announces Nominees for Induction

Overcoming anti-equity rhetoric by accelerating public recognition of Asian contributions LOS ANGELES, April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Asian legacy platform Asian Hall of Fame will honor 30 Nominees for Induction 2023 at its Celebrate Asia Festival onMay 13, 2023, held at Biltmore Los Angeles. Th...

2023-04-27 02:19 3923

LOW-CARBON COALITION PUBLISHES A GLOBAL STANDARD TO MEASURE AND REPORT CARBON EMISSIONS

Industry group seeks comments on its proposed protocol for a single low-carbon steel standard. WASHINGTON, April 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Global Steel Climate Council (GSCC) today released a draft ofThe Steel Climate Standard, a global standard to measure and report steel carbon emissions. T...

2023-04-26 12:01 2997

Folly Bah Thibault Appointed as Education Cannot Wait Global Champion

Renowned journalist and humanitarian joins the UN's global fund for education in emergencies in raising awareness and advocating for education for world's most vulnerable children. NEW YORK, April 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Acclaimed international journalist Folly Bah Thibault today accepted her a...

2023-04-25 18:30 2162

USJF congratulates Foundation fellow Arfiya Eri on historic election to Japanese parliament

WASHINGTON, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States-Japan Foundation (USJF) congratulates Arfiya Eri, an alumna of the organization's US-Japan Leadership Program (USJLP), on her historic election Sunday toJapan's parliament. Eri is the first person with Uyghur heritage to run as a major...

2023-04-24 12:41 2325

20+ Leaders of Hangzhou's Digital Tech Economy Exhibit at InnoEX

HONG KONG, April 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hangzhou, capital of East China's Zhejiang province, is aiming to reshape itself as the leader of the national digital economy. 20+ Leaders of Hangzhou’s Digital Tech Economy Exhibit at Inn...

2023-04-18 12:35 1270

Mongolia Unveils Anti-Corruption Strategy

2030 national strategy outlines 45 objectives and 224 anti-corruption activities ULAAN BAATAR, Mongolia, April 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mongolian Independent Authority Against Corruption (IAAC) or 'Anti Corruption Agency' unveiled a comprehensive 2030 national strategy to combat corruption ac...

2023-04-14 22:58 4823

NCCN Annual Conference Brings Up Important Questions for Improving Cancer Care

National Comprehensive Cancer Network's yearly conference for interdisciplinary healthcare providers focused on applying the latest evidence-based recommendations and fostering welcoming environments for patients and staff that lead to better treatment, outcomes, and quality-of-life for people wi...

2023-04-12 22:16 2583

95th Anniversary of of China Academy of Art: Series of Academic Events Kick off on its Launch Day

Get Firsthand Knowledge from the Masters, Follow the Footsteps of the Great HANGZHOU, China, April 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- 95 years have passed by. The China Academy of Art (CAA) has developed itself into a national institution of higher education in fine arts with the most comprehensive discipl...

2023-04-12 16:43 3490

The Kingdom of Bahrain launches Golden License to attract large-scale investment projects

MANAMA, Bahrain, April 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bahrain today announced the launch of a Golden License, providing incentives and streamlined services to foreign and local businesses with large-scale investment projects inBahrain, in an important step in the country's pursuit to incentivise investm...

2023-04-04 00:51 3761

AVPN's APAC Sustainability Seed Fund awards grants totaling USD 3 million to 13 sustainability innovators

~ Through the Fund, AVPN is empowering local impact organisations to drive transformative change in communities they serve ~ ~ 13 NGO grantees working to combat climate changes through technology innovation are announced at Asian Development Bank's SEAD Symposium 2023 ~ BALI, Indonesia, March 30...

2023-03-30 22:11 3916

The United States-Japan Foundation announces Jacob M. Schlesinger as new president/CEO

WASHINGTON, March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States-Japan Foundation (USJF) is delighted to announce the appointment ofJacob M. Schlesinger, a distinguished journalist, author, and leader, as its new president and chief executive officer. USJF is the largest independent American foundati...

2023-03-29 04:37 2244

Healthcare Revolution: Medical Tourism and the American Dream

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., March 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The 15th annual Healthcare Revolution (May 23, 2023), the largest confluence of thought leaders in the world of healthcare, self-funded employers, brokers, and healthcare leaders, has launched, and this time with thought-provoking and insig...

2023-03-28 21:53 2858
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