Public Interest

Daiwa Securities Deputy President Tashiro Joins USJF Board

TOKYO, Nov. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Keiko Tashiro, deputy president of Daiwa Securities Group Inc., has joined the board of the United States-Japan Foundation. Tashiro's current responsibilities include overseeing the brokerage's sustainability and overseas operations. She chaired Daiwa Capital ...

2023-11-07 11:22 1843

THE FOURTH EDITION OF THE 1000 MIGLIA WARM UP U.S.A. IS HERE

FIVE-STAR HOSPITALITY, 1000 MIGLIA-STYLE SPORTING ACTIVITIES, SPECIALIZED TRAINING AND UNIQUE SCENERY FOR THE RED ARROW'S U.S. EVENT MIDDLEBURG, Va., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Everything is ready for the start of the1000 Miglia Warm Up USA, the event in the Washington DC area designed to cons...

2023-11-01 20:00 2570

Conflict risk escalates amid rising food and water scarcity and inflationary pressures, reports the Institute for Economics & Peace

LONDON, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the annual launch of the Ecological Threat Report, produced by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP). Key Findings: * Ecological threats, such as rapid population growth, water risk and food insecurity will be compounded by climate change, c...

2023-11-01 13:00 2472

ATTENTION TORONTO-DOMINION BANK SHAREHOLDERS FROM 2015 TO 2017: Settlement Approval Hearing to be Held

MONTRÉAL, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law firm of Faguy & Co. today announces that the Superior Court of Québec has scheduled a hearing to be held onDecember 14, 2023, at 9:30 am at 1 Notre Dame Street East, Montreal, Qc., in a room to be identified, to approve the settlement among all of t...

2023-10-31 20:00 3013

NCCN Expands Focus on Quality of Life and Supportive Care with New Guides for People with Cancer

National Comprehensive Cancer Network publishes free NCCN Guidelines for Patients with information on improving well-being and reducing suffering and distress for people with cancer; available atNCCN.org/patientguidelines. PLYMOUTH MEETING, Pa., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Compreh...

2023-10-30 20:37 2734

International gathering launches the Global Solutions Nexus (GSN) to respond to urban challenges and invest in urban transformation

TORONTO, Oct. 28, 2023 /CNW/ - During the 4th Urban Economy Forum held back in 2022, it was evident the need to establish a global platform for cities to access financial opportunities to address old and new pressing challenges, while at the same time creating the necessary institutional and soci...

2023-10-28 01:03 4355

World Stroke Day: World Stroke Organization calls for Action on Prevention as Global Stroke Mortality is Predicted to Rise by 50%

GENEVA, Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Stroke Organization (WSO ) is calling on governments and healthcare systems to implement recommendations on stroke prevention set out in the new WSO-Lancet Neurology Commission

2023-10-27 15:00 3374

GLOBAL SURVEY IDENTIFIES COST OF LIVING, LONELINESS, TECHNOLOGY, CLIMATE CONCERNS DEEPENING

Global poll sampling 50,000 people from 23 countries highlights increasing discontent across a range of issues RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A global survey commissioned by non-profit Future Investment Initiative (FII) Institute, in partnership with Accenture is released to...

2023-10-26 22:28 3360

Business and political leaders, including H.R.H Mohammed Bin Salman, gather for first day of Future of Investment Initiative conference in Riyadh

* Delegates call for new global compass to boost economic environment and supercharge renewable energy investments * CEOs warn that geopolitical environment presents major challenges ahead but compelling investment opportunities abound * World Bank President Ajay Banga commits resources to t...

2023-10-25 15:46 2924

EARTHDAY.ORG Announces The Your Art, Our Earth Poster Competition

Championing Our Theme for Earth Day 2024, Planet vs. Plastics WASHINGTON, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- EARTHDAY.ORG, the global driving force behind Earth Day annually, is excited to launch the Your Art, Our Earth poster competition for Earth Day 2024. With just six months remaining until Earth...

2023-10-25 01:03 2186

IOWA CAUCUS CONSORTIUM AND MEDIA CENTER RETURN FOR 2024 IOWA CAUCUSES

GREATER DES MOINES, Iowa, Oct. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Iowa Caucus Consortium will return for the 2024 election to showcase the Greater Des Moines region by providing the media, candidates and visitors an accommodating and beneficial experience. The Iowa Caucus Consortium, which began in 200...

2023-10-25 01:00 1775

The Power of Humanity - United Nations Day Statement by Education Cannot Wait Executive Director

NEW YORK, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, as we commemorate United Nations Day, more than 224 million children and adolescents are in need of quality education, and the hope, protection and opportunity it provides. Their numbers are increasing by the day. FromAfghanistan and Sudan to Ukraine...

2023-10-24 12:05 1571

Council of ASEAN Chief Justices reflect milestones and achievements over the past 10 years, and chart strategic agenda

SINGAPORE, Oct. 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Council of ASEAN Chief Justices (CACJ) held its inaugural retreat on 20 October to reaffirm the ASEAN Judiciaries' strategic and cohesive approach towards deepening judicial cooperation and upholding the Rule of Law. It was hosted by the Malaysian Jud...

2023-10-24 10:07 2094

The City of Lancaster Celebrates ARCHES Designation as Regional Hydrogen Hub

As part of H2Hubs, California will receive up to $1.2 billion to promote clean energy and hydrogen development  LANCASTER, Calif., Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The City of Lancaster celebrates the Department of Energy's (DOE) announcement thatCalifornia's Alliance for Renewable Clean Hydrogen E...

2023-10-23 21:00 2314

James M. Kondo Joins US-Japan Foundation Board

TOKYO, Oct. 23, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The United States-Japan Foundation announced that it has added to its board of TrusteesJames M. Kondo, chairman of the board of International House ofJapan, an independent foundation that contributes to building a free, open, and sustainable future. In his fo...

2023-10-23 08:23 2488

Rock Tech Shortlists Sites in Ontario for its Next Lithium Converter and Relocates Canadian Headquarters to Toronto

* Rock Tech plans to build its next lithium converter and develop an integrated lithium supply chain by 2027. * Rock Tech is currently completing the assessment of shortlisted locations in Ontario. * Rock Tech moved its Canadian office to Toronto, Ontario. TORONTO, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/...

2023-10-18 20:40 1928

Mars donates 33 million meals to support local communities

Mars marks World Food Day by sharing progress on global food and sustainability commitments.  * Exceeds donation target with local food bank and charity partners * Continues to focus on delivering healthy meals through reformulation and product innovation  * Pioneers innovations such as cli...

2023-10-17 00:02 2330

World Health Organization Presents Global Action Plan for Neurological Disorders at World Congress of Neurology

MONTREAL, Oct. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The World Health Organization (WHO) revealed its new Intersectoral Global Action Plan (IGAP), a critical blueprint for combating neurological conditions that calls for urgent action from governments and health care organizations around the world. IGAP outli...

2023-10-16 22:50 1981

World Thrombosis Day encourages public to "Move Against Thrombosis" to celebrate 10 years of raising awareness worldwide

CHAPEL HILL, N.C., Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today is World Thrombosis Day, a global effort by the International Society on Thrombosis and Haemostasis  (ISTH) to spread awareness of the signs, symptoms and risk factors of thrombosis, commonly known as blood clots. World Thrombosis Day engages...

2023-10-13 15:00 1045

Gates Foundation Celebrates 20 Years of "Grand Challenges" With New Investments and a Call to Make R&D Breakthroughs Available More Quickly and Equitably

Commitments focus on advancing equitable access to artificial intelligence (AI) and vaccines,and catalyzing innovations that address women's health SEATTLE and DAKAR, Senegal, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A slate of new initiatives to support locally led innovation was announced today inDakar b...

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