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FinDev Canada provides a USD 60 million loan to Muangthai Capital to advance gender equality and private sector investment in Thailand
BANGKOK, Oct. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Honourable Randeep Sarai, Secretary of State (International Development) on behalf of Canada's bilateral development finance institution, FinDev Canada, announces the signing of a USD 60 million loan to Muangthai Capital (MTC), a leading non-bank financi...
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Survey: Over 99% of respondents had no personal experience with corruption
ICAC: Record-high figure reflects society's commitment to integrity HONG KONG, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The ICAC released the findings of the ICAC Annual Survey 2025. The findings revealed that 99.2 per cent of respondents had not come across corruption personally in the past year - the hig...
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Survey: Over 99% of respondents had no personal experience with corruption
ICAC: Record-high figure reflects society's commitment to integrity HONG KONG, Oct. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The ICAC released the findings of the ICAC Annual Survey 2025. The findings revealed that 99.2 per cent of respondents had not come across corruption personally in the past year - the hig...
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World Thrombosis Day campaign urges global action to protect women against blood clots
Global campaign brings together partners to raise awareness of women's unique blood clot risks, recognize warning signs and take action to prevent life-threatening events. CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- One in four people worldwide die from conditions caused by thrombosis, yet bl...
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24X National Exchange Plans to Expand Warrant Performance Incentive Program
The changes are designed to enhance liquidity and volume during extended hours tradingonce 24X launches 23/5 operations in December STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 24X National Exchange LLC ("24X" or the "Exchange"), the first national securities exchange approved by the U.S. Secur...
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NCCN Highlights Collaborations to Improve Global Cancer Outcomes During Meetings in North America and Asia
National Comprehensive Cancer Network participates in annual conferences for the International Gynecologic Cancer Society and Philippine Society of Medical Oncology in efforts to standardize cancer treatment recommendations. MONTREAL and MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Natio...
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Habitat for Humanity's new global research report finds three in four people are cutting back on essentials to afford housing
ATLANTA, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Housing costs are forcing millions of people around the world into difficult trade-offs, coming at the expense of food, healthcare, financial security and major plans for the future, according to a global research report released today by Habitat for Humanity...
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Renowned AI researcher Paul Christiano announced as 2026 lecturer for The Hinton Lectures
The Hinton Lectures return for a third year as artificial intelligence research and advancements accelerate globally. TORONTO, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hinton Lectures™, co-founded by Nobel laureate Geoffrey Hinton, return to Toronto on November 9-11, 2026. The Hinton Lectures are a tran...
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ICAC and UNODC jointly debut the pioneering Prison Guide, ICAC Commissioner: charting the way for enhancing global prison integrity
ABU DHABI, UAE and HONG KONG, Oct. 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ICAC Commissioner Mr Woo Ying-ming, leading his delegation, concluded his visit to the United Arab Emirates (UAE), during which the ICAC co-launched the "Integrity Behind Bars: A Guide on Corruption Risk Management in Prison Systems" ("Pr...
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A Formidable Type of Childhood Cancer Gets Added to Highly Regarded Library of Treatment Recommendations
New NCCN Guidelines for Pediatric Bone Sarcoma focus on how to provide the best care possible for children and adolescents with Ewing sarcoma. PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Oct. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®) published the first-ever edition of NCCN Cl...
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UN Global Compact Leaders Summit calls on business leaders to turn sustainability ambition into action at scale
Global leaders gather in New York to advance practical action on business resilience, climate and nature, human rights, sustainable finance and more resilient global markets NEW YORK, Sept. 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The UN Global Compact today concluded its 2026 Leaders Summit, bringing together ...
2026-09-24 08:17
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Demand for services rising faster than charities can respond, CAF research finds
LONDON, Sept. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from the Charities Aid
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New Poll: Global Public Backs Stronger UN and Wants Bold Leadership from Next Secretary-General
A 20-country poll shows nearly 90% believe powerful nations need the international system, alongside strong support for a woman Secretary-General WASHINGTON, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As world leaders arrive in New York for UN General Assembly High-level Week, the United Nations Foundation ...
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There's No One-Size-Fits-All for Treating Older Adults with Cancer, According to New NCCN Patient Resource
New guideline for patients and caregivers explains the importance of assessments to tailor cancer care to every person, regardless of age. PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network® (NCCN®)—an alliance of leading cancer centers—is publ...
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Supreme Courts of Singapore and Korea Sign New Arrangements to Support Cross-Border Civil and Commercial Disputes
SEOUL, South Korea, Sept. 17, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Supreme Court of
Singapore and the Supreme Court of Korea signed two new instruments aimed at
supporting the effective resolution of cross-border civil and commercial
disputes on 16 September 2026.
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New Delhi Marks UN Day for South-South Cooperation with Push to Scale Dryland Innovation Across the Global South
NEW DELHI, Sept. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A major international push to accelerate agricultural innovation across the Global South took centre stage in New Delhi today, as the United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation was commemorated amid mounting climate, water and food-security pressures ...
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Jockey Club concludes landmark 10th anniversary of PBC with Gala Dinner featuring delegates from around the world to celebrate a decade of global dialogue
HONG KONG, Sept. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Hong Kong Jockey Club concluded the landmark 10th anniversary and fifth edition of its PBC forum at West Kowloon Cultural District today (8 September). Convened over two days by the Club's Charities Trust in association with the Institute of Philanthro...
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Chemonics Australia Expands Public Sector Advisory, Infrastructure, and Development Delivery Capabilities with Acquisitions of 35 South and JID
The acquisitions strengthen Chemonics Australia's ability to support governments, development partners, and institutions across Australia and the Indo-Pacific with practical delivery capability from strategy and design through implementation. CANBERRA, Australia, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ch...
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The Royal Canadian Mint commemorates the 150th anniversary of the Library of Parliament on pure gold and silver collector coins
OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 1, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A national symbol of knowledge, democracy, and continuity that hasgraced Ottawa's Parliament Hill for 150 years is being celebrated on an outstanding new gold and silver collector coins from the Royal Canadian Mint. The only survivor of the 1916 fire that...
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The HKAGE Programme Showcase Day - From AI Robotic Arms to Star Charts Spark a Unique Learning Journey
HONG KONG, Aug. 30, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- While many students are still making their final preparations for the new school year, more than 350 student members of the Hong Kong Academy for Gifted Education (HKAGE, or the Academy) have already embarked on a distinctive start to their learning year. ...
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