The UNESCO Committee for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict has decided to grant provisional enhanced protection to 34 cultural properties in Lebanon and to grant international financial assistance to support the implementation of emergency heritage measures. Consult the list of Lebanese cultural property placed under enhanced protection “UNESCO has […]
The Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Global Entrepreneurship Week: “Entrepreneurs are the engine of Canada’s economy – they turn good ideas into great businesses, connect Canada to global markets, and create good, well-paying jobs across our communities. Whether they’re opening a family restaurant, launching a start-up, or running […]
SDTA’s 70th Annual Meeting gathers 500+ local tourism and hospitality leaders to celebrate industry successes, announce the all-new San Diego Tourism Foundation The San Diego Tourism Authority (SDTA) celebrated a triumphant 2024 fiscal year at its 70th Annual Meeting, held Nov. 13 at the newly renovated Jacobs Music Center. The event drew more than 540 […]
Soulful, powerhouse singer Chris Blue is making the most wonderful time of the year even more joyous with a two-song seasonal debut, Celebrate Christmas, out today on Gaither Music. This digital Christmas “twofer” features a soaring and soulful rendition of the popular holiday hit “Celebrate Me Home” and a silky, R&B-tinged reimagining of “The Christmas […]
The UNESCO Committee for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage will hold its 19th ordinary session from 2 to 7 December 2024 in Asunción (Paraguay). It will examine the nominations of 63 elements submitted by 90 States for inscription on the Lists of the Convention. What? 19th – session of the Intergovernmental Committee for […]
Securing venture capital funding can be a game-changer for your business. To maximize your chances of success, focus on finding the right VC firm that aligns with your company’s stage, industry, and growth goals. Here are some key factors to consider: Location: Proximity can foster stronger relationships and quicker decision-making. Industry Expertise: A VC with […]
With inflation making supporting your favorite sports teams more expensive, the personal-finance website WalletHub today released its report on the Best Sports Cities in 2024 to help fans get the most bang for their buck while enjoying games they love. WalletHub compared 400 cities across more than 50 key metrics related to the five largest […]
The President of Ireland, Michael D. Higgins, delivered the 2024 Kofi Annan Eminent Speakers’ Lecture at a virtual event organized by the African Development Bank Group’s African Development Institute (ADI) on Thursday, 7 November 2024, from 14:00 to 16:00 GMT. The lecture’s theme was “Issues for Structural Transformation, Inclusive Economy and Sustainable Development in Africa: […]
AI has revolutionized stock trading, and AI-powered systems now handle over 70% of daily trading volume. This technology has changed how investors analyze markets, make decisions, and execute trades. AI helps traders process massive data sets and spot market patterns that human eyes might miss. Trading platforms now provide AI-powered tools that make complex trading […]
Arif Ali, has just been awarded an Honorary Doctorate for Excellence in Arts and Letters by the University of Guyana. About Arif AliArif was born in Danielstown, Essequibo, in 1935 and came to London in 1957 intending to study. However, his further education was to take a back seat because he prioritised employment in order […]