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Apple and The King's Trust launch initiative to empower the next generation of creatives

Thu, 8 Oct 2026 02:22:33 EDT

Apple and The King's Trust are building on their longstanding partnership by launching an immersive new education program to help young people build careers in the creative industries. The Apple x King's Trust Creative Labs will offer young people meaningful engagement with Apple experts across industries as they explore a variety of career pathways, equipping them with the technology, resources, skills, confidence, and expertise needed to realize their potential. - - A first cohort of up t...

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Community radio practitioners trained in Eastern Zimbabwe to strengthen disaster preparedness

Wed, 7 Oct 2026 09:10:27 EDT

UNESCO has trained 42 community radio practitioners in Garahwa, Chipinge, to deliver reliable early warnings, report responsibly during disasters and keep broadcasting when emergencies disrupt normal operations. - - Held at Garahwa Primary School ahead of the International Day for Universal Access to Information, the training brought together 30 participants from host station Ndau FM and 12 from Avuxeni FM, Chimanimani FM, Tongogara FM and Vemuganga FM. - - The sessions addressed a critical...

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WHO issues first global guidelines on child and adolescent obesity

Wed, 7 Oct 2026 09:06:46 EDT

The World Health Organization (WHO) today released its first guidelines addressing the sharp rise in obesity among children and adolescents, setting out how health systems and health workers can deliver timely, evidence-based and people-centred care. - - In 2024, 170 million children and adolescents aged 5–19 years were living with obesity, including 70 million children aged 5–9 years and 100 million adolescents aged 10–19 years. Obesity prevalence in this age group has quadrupled since 199...

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Patrick Quirk Named Chief Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Officer for Save the Children

Wed, 7 Oct 2026 09:04:15 EDT

Save the Children, the leading nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of children worldwide, announced Patrick Quirk as its new Chief Policy, Advocacy and Campaigns Officer. In this role, Quirk will lead the organization's efforts to shape public policy, mobilize stakeholders and strengthen Save the Children's position as a voice for children. - - At a critical moment for children in the United States and around the world, Quirk will lead Save the Children's efforts to mobilize polit...

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The European Space Agency and Vast Build on Existing Mission Collaborations and Strengthen Cooperation on Post-ISS

Tue, 6 Oct 2026 03:04:30 EDT

Signed during the 77th International Astronautical Congress (IAC 2026), the MoU reflects the shared interest between ESA and Vast to collaborate in future commercial opportunities in Low Earth Orbit and builds on a previous and successfully implemented one signed in 2024. - - “The International Space Station has been one of the greatest examples of international cooperation in space,” said ESA Director General Josef Aschbacher. “As Europe prepares its future space exploration strategy, we a...

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OSHA's 2026 Top 10 Citations Highlight Workplace Safety Risks in Puerto Rico

Mon, 5 Oct 2026 13:32:25 EDT

Workplace safety remains a critical concern for employers and workers across the United States and Puerto Rico. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, 5,070 workers in the United States died from occupational injuries in 2024. Millions of additional workers experienced workplace injuries and illnesses. - - The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) establishes and enforces workplace safety and health requirements designed to reduce these risks. Employers are respons...

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Taking regenerative landscape action forward: lessons from the first COP of three

Mon, 5 Oct 2026 12:30:09 EDT

In this triple COP year, attention is focused on how businesses, governments and civil society can accelerate implementation. - - The first COP of the year, the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) COP17, last August in Ulaanbaatar, demonstrated growing momentum around public-private collaboration, mechanisms to translate global commitments into action, and more integrated approaches to addressing interconnected challenges across land degradation, biodiversity, and cl...

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Orange Business to provide European Union's backbone network for trusted data exchange

Mon, 5 Oct 2026 03:22:35 EDT

- - • Connects European institutions, bodies and agencies, as well as national public administrations, through a resilient cross-border digital infrastructure - • Secure backbone for pan-European trusted data flows - - - Orange Business has been selected as the trusted network partner for TESTA-EIRIS (Enhanced Infrastructure for Reliable Interconnectivity and Security) to provide a highly secure, isolated private communications backbone for public administrations across European Union (EU)...

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Connecting Efforts, Scaling Impact: The ILA Launchpad

Fri, 2 Oct 2026 10:48:34 EDT

The India Landscape Accelerator (ILA), launched by WBCSD and BCG under the COP Action Agenda on Regenerative Landscapes (AARL), brings together companies and partners to accelerate investment in more productive, climate-smart and resilient agricultural landscapes in India. Drawing on extensive analysis and stakeholder engagement, its new flagship publication, the ILA Launchpad: A Practical Guide for Partnerships, Investment, and Impact, consolidates practical pathways for strength...

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Raymond G. Wilson's “Nuclear War” Examines the Strategic Foundations of Lasting World Peace

Wed, 30 Sep 2026 13:25:57 EDT

The book “Nuclear War: Hiroshima, Nagasaki, and the Incentivization of World Peace” by Raymond G. Wilson examines the history and consequences of nuclear warfare while ultimately directing attention to a practical question: how can humanity build systems that make peace a lasting and strategic reality? At the heart of that question is the book's principal idea: a blueprint for incentivizing world peace. - - The book's primary strategy deserves particular attention because it moves bey...

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Graciela C. Catas�s' “The Revolution That Wasn't” Explores Cuba, Exile, and the Human Cost of a Revolution That Changed Generations

Tue, 29 Sep 2026 21:24:57 EDT

In this compelling work, Catas�s blends personal memory, historical research, and political observation to examine one of the most defining moments in modern Cuban history. The book begins with her unforgettable experience on January 1, 1959, when, at just seventeen years old, her life changed overnight. After a sudden phone call from her father, a senior officer and pilot in the Cuban Air Force, Catas�s and her family were forced to leave Cuba, beginning their life as political refugees i...

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Judge James P. Gray's “All Rise!” to Be Featured at Frankfurt Book Fair 2026

Mon, 28 Sep 2026 16:01:48 EDT

Author and retired judge James P. Gray 's “All Rise!: The Libertarian Way with Judge Jim Gray” is set to be featured at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2026, taking place October 7 to 11 at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. The book will be presented at The Maple Staple 's exhibition at Hall 5.1, Stand D86, where copies will also be distributed to visitors. - - “All Rise !” offers a personal and political look at Judge Gray's journey toward Libertarianism while examin...

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Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, calls for urgent collaboration at Skift Global Forum in New York City

Fri, 25 Sep 2026 16:14:43 EDT

Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, founder of Travalyst, delivered a keynote address and took part in an on-stage Q&A with Skift's Editor-in-Chief, Sarah Kopit, to an audience of over 1000 travel and tourism industry leaders at Skift Global Forum in New York City. - - The Duke founded Travalyst in 2019 – the independent not-for-profit coalition of leading travel and technology companies, working together to make travel a force for good. - - In his speech, the Duke called for urgent collaboratio...

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Diane S. Vann's “Undermining the U.S. Constitution” Brings a Constitutional Debate to Frankfurt

Tue, 22 Sep 2026 16:26:30 EDT

Diane S. Vann's “Undermining the U.S. Constitution” will be presented at the Frankfurt Book Fair 2026 by The Maple Staple, with Inks & Bindings as co-exhibitor. Copies of the nonfiction work will be distributed at Hall 5.1, Stand D86 during the October 7 to 11 event at Messe Frankfurt in Frankfurt am Main, Germany. - - Written from Vann's perspective as a nurse, the book uses the metaphor of illness to examine what she describes as the growth of communism, or Marxism, in th...

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The EU Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive (ECGT): what it means for travel and tourism

Fri, 18 Sep 2026 05:25:24 EDT

The sustainability certifications landscape has long been complex, and with the impending EU Empowering Consumers for the Green Transition Directive (ECGT or the Directive) coming into force on 27 September, accommodations, certifications and booking platforms are seeking greater clarity on how to prepare. - - At Travalyst, the second iteration of our Certifications initiative aims to support relevant industry stakeholders in preparing for the requirements of the ECGT relating to sustaina...

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Salesforce Expands Missionforce with Purpose-Built AI and New Partnership with OpenAI to Advance Mission Intelligence

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:24:38 EDT

Salesforce announced new Missionforce capabilities that give government agencies greater control over how they develop, customize, and deploy AI while streamlining policy execution, enhancing operations, and improving citizen support. - - Salesforce also announced a new Missionforce partnership with OpenAI to bring its leading AI models to secure government environments. The partnerships will unlock immediate operational impact: decision clarity for operators in the field; greater effici...

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North American investors are forging ahead on climate action, just more quietly

Thu, 17 Sep 2026 11:15:57 EDT

A new analysis released by Ceres shows that most large North American institutional investors continue to prioritize investment practices aimed at managing climate financial risks and capturing market opportunities in the transition to a cleaner global economy. Their actions persisted despite clean energy policy rollbacks in the United States, demonstrating that investors remain committed to actions that protect and enhance long-term value. - - The report, Forging Ahead: A 2026 Assessme...

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Fungal Disease Awareness Week 2026: Protecting Indoor Environments Across Puerto Rico

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 13:36:51 EDT

Today marks the beginning of Fungal Disease Awareness Week (FDAW), observed September 14–18. Established by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the annual observance raises awareness about fungal diseases, their impact on public health, and the importance of prevention, early recognition, accurate diagnosis, and appropriate treatment. - - Fungal diseases can affect people in many settings, and the risk may be particularly important in Puerto Rico and throughout the Caribbe...

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UNESCO strengthens Angolan journalists' capacity to report freely and safely

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:48:09 EDT

A safe and enabling environment for journalism is essential to ensuring that citizens have access to reliable information and that public debate can flourish. To support these efforts in Angola, UNESCO facilitated a two-day workshop for 26 Angolan journalists and media professionals in Luanda from 1 to 2 September 2026, an initiative funded by the Norwegian Embassy in Angola and implemented by DN Consultoria ( Observat�rio para Direitos Humanos e Democracia ), in coordination with the Ango...

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Founders Say Burnham's New Government Must Seize the Growth Opportunity | Founders Pulse

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 11:08:43 EDT

The new UK Government has put economic growth at the heart of its agenda. As Parliament returns from recess, Prime Minister Andy Burnham is promising a more devolved, investment-led approach: backing local industrial strategies, building a more pro-business and innovation-led economy, and creating the conditions for UK startups and scaleups to stay and grow here. - - That ambition aligns closely with what founders want — the opportunity now is to turn it into a growth plan businesses can un...

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GMV strengthens NATO JISR capabilities with CSD-SIERRA deployment in Poland

Mon, 14 Sep 2026 03:53:19 EDT

The Polish Ministry of National Defence has selected TELDAT to deploy a solution based on CSD-SIERRA, developed by Spanish technology multinational GMV, reinforcing Poland's ability to share intelligence securely and interoperably with allied forces. - - The contract includes software licenses, deployment and installation services, user training, engineering support and three years of maintenance. The program will provide the Polish Ministry of National Defence with a NATO-standard capabili...

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The British Fashion Council Announces Appointment of Incoming Chair

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 14:11:03 EDT

The British Fashion Council is delighted to announce the appointment of Pavita Cooper as its Chair, effective 1st October 2026. Pavita Cooper succeeds David Pemsel who will step down as chair on 30th September, following 10 years on the board, four as chair. - - Pavita Cooper is an experienced chair and cross-sector advisor with a career spanning business, government and culture. Her appointment reflects the BFC's ambition to strengthen its influence with government and policymakers, bu...

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Workshop on safeguarding intangible cultural heritage through museums in Central Asia

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:29:30 EDT

From 8 to 10 September 2026, the UNESCO Regional Office in Almaty, with the support of CRIHAP (the International Training Centre for Intangible Cultural Heritage in the Asia-Pacific Region) held a three-day capacity-building workshop, “Safeguarding Intangible Cultural Heritage through Museums in Central Asia.” - - The workshop brought together museum professionals from across Central Asia to exchange experience, engage with international frameworks, and develop practical tools for integrati...

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Northrop Grumman Deepens Defense Collaboration in Central and Eastern Europe

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:24:32 EDT

Summary Northrop Grumman expands defense collaboration in Central and Eastern Europe with new agreements, reinforcing NATO allies' air and missile defense, weapons production, and multi-domain surveillance awareness. Key Takeaways - - - • New MOUs and industrial collaborations in Estonia strengthen IBCS integration, sustainment and European command and control modernization. - - • Expanded Bushmaster production boosts NATO allies' defense resilience across Europe. - - - - Northrop Gru...

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The Last Ice Area: Protecting the Arctic's longest lasting refuge

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:20:06 EDT

As the Arctic warms at an alarming rate, one vast expanse of sea ice is expected to outlast the rest. But safeguarding this Arctic refuge will require protecting not only the Last Ice Area itself, but the distant waters that sustain it. - - Sea ice plays a vital role in the Arctic. It shapes weather patterns, supports marine life, and provides essential travel and hunting routes for northern communities. It also helps cool the planet by reflecting sunlight back into space, acting like a n...

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Cities are taking the lead on clean air

Thu, 10 Sep 2026 03:25:38 EDT

Why clean air matters - - Air pollution is a global health emergency. In 2023, it claimed 7.9 million lives, making it the second leading risk factor for mortality worldwide, ahead of tobacco and poor diet. Children, older people and those with existing health conditions carry the greatest risk, and the economic toll is estimated to be USD 8.1 trillion a year in healthcare costs, hospital visits and lost working days. - - But cities are proving this can change. Since signing the Clean...

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National Preparedness Month 2026: Helping Organizations in Puerto Rico Plan for the Unexpected

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 13:33:23 EDT

As organizations across Puerto Rico and the Caribbean continue to face increasing environmental and operational challenges, preparedness remains a critical component of long-term resilience. From hurricanes and flooding to public health emergencies and workplace hazards, having the right plans and professional support in place can make a significant difference in how quickly operations recover after a disruptive event. - - This September marks the 22nd annual National Preparedness Month (NP...

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FIBS publishes Finland country report on business perspectives on the climate transition

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 09:25:57 EDT

WBCSD Global Network partner FIBS (Finnish Business & Society) has published the Finland edition of the Business Breakthrough Barometer 2026, providing insights into how medium-sized and large companies in Finland view the climate transition compared with businesses globally. - - The report is based on responses from 49 companies operating in Finland and forms part of WBCSD's global Business Breakthrough Barometer research. The findings show that Finnish companies remain strongly commi...

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IKEA U.S. Makes Customer Favorites More Affordable In-Store

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 09:15:11 EDT

Reinforcing its commitment to offering affordable, quality home furnishings, IKEA U.S. is giving customers even more value when they visit their local store. Beginning September 8, IKEA Family members can save up to 30% on approximately 25 of the brand's best-selling and most recognizable products when purchased in IKEA stores nationwide.   - - Available for a limited time through December 24, the lower in-store prices span multiple areas of the home and include some of the most...

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UNESCO Launches WINGS Caribbean to Advance Science, Women and Caribbean Transformation

Tue, 8 Sep 2026 08:46:31 EDT

The UNESCO Office for the Caribbean launched today WINGS Caribbean (Women Inspiring New Generations in Science), a new fellowship initiative designed to support outstanding women researchers and innovators whose work addresses some of the Caribbean's most pressing development challenges. - - Under the theme “Advancing Science. Advancing Women. Transforming the Caribbean,” WINGS Caribbean will award two fellowships of USD 10,000 each, one in STEM and one in Social Impact. - - The initiative...

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