Day: June 5, 2023

Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga
05 Jun

Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga

Politics
Vice President Kamala Harris met today at the White House with World Bank President Ajay Banga.  This meeting was the first official U.S. engagement since President Banga took office.  The Vice President underscored the Biden-Harris Administration’s strong support for World Bank efforts to make investments and spur policy reforms that reduce poverty and advance achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals.  She praised the steps taken to evolve the World Bank—including expanding its mission to include building resilience to global challenges like climate change, pandemics, fragility and conflict.  She underscored that addressing these global challenges is interlinked with and indivisible from the…
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Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga
05 Jun

Remarks by President Biden Honoring the Super Bowl LVII Champions, the Kansas City Chiefs

Politics
South Lawn 4:51 P.M. EDT THE PRESIDENT:  Well, welcome to the White House — (applause) — the 2023 Super Bowl champions, the Kansas City Chiefs!  (Applause.) Now, I have to be careful what I say today.  I’ll explain in just a second.  You can smile, man.  It’s okay.  (Laughter.) I married a Philly girl.  That explains a lot, doesn’t it?  Fortunately, she is overseas right now, in the Middle East.  (Laughter.)  She’s a rabid Eagles fan, and the way — the way the game ended, I might be in for a rough night.  Jill still doesn’t even believe the Eagles player who acknowledged…
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Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga
05 Jun

Readout of President Biden’s Meeting with Prime Minister Frederiksen of Denmark

Politics
President Joseph R. Biden, Jr. met today with Prime Minister Frederiksen of Denmark at the White House to underscore the deep and enduring ties between the governments and people of the United States and Denmark.  The leaders discussed our unwavering support for Ukraine as it defends itself against Russia’s brutal war of aggression.  President Biden welcomed Denmark’s provision of significant security assistance to Ukraine and its leadership in training Ukrainian pilots.  They discussed their efforts as NATO Allies and close partners to strengthen transatlantic security, which will be further enhanced by the conclusion of a bilateral Defense Cooperation Agreement.  They also talked about their shared work to bolster economic prosperity, increase energy security, and address…
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Traumatic Miscarriage Precedes Birth of Baby Girl to Michelle Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of IMA ART Fertility
05 Jun

Traumatic Miscarriage Precedes Birth of Baby Girl to Michelle Tang, Co-Founder & CEO of IMA ART Fertility

Lifestyle
Baby Dylan delivered by world-renowned OBGYN Dr. Thaïs Aliabadi at Cedars Sinai Hospital, Los Angeles The Fertility A Team BEVERLY HILLS, Calif., June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Michelle's traumatic miscarriage and failed IVF treatment in Hong Kong inadvertently prepared her for leading IMA ART Fertility Beverly Hills. The Hong Kong experience honed Michelle's listening skills and to speak to clients with compassion and empathy.  Michelle and her husband were among the estimated 15% of couples who experience infertility. For several years, the couple tried to conceive naturally, ultimately turning to a disappointing Hong Kong IVF cycle. During their journey to parenthood, Michelle…
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APEX Announces Groundbreaking Program to Help Airlines ‎Make the Passenger Experience Greener
05 Jun

APEX Announces Groundbreaking Program to Help Airlines ‎Make the Passenger Experience Greener

Travel
APEX Greener powered by SimpliFlying Evaluates and Rates Airline Products on ‎Sustainability, Provides Airlines with a Database of Certified Products ‎and Promotes Eco-friendly Airline Products APEX Greener powered by SimpliFlying NEW YORK, June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com) - The Airline Passenger Experience Association (APEX) has partnered with SimpliFlying to launch a new program for global airlines called APEX Greener powered by SimpliFlying. The program aims to reduce aviation industry's carbon footprint and alleviate the impact of air travel on the environment, while helping airlines choose greener products without adding costs. This program is offered by APEX for free to both APEX and IFSA (International Flight…
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Visit Detroit Sets Industry Standard for Destination Organizations With New Website
05 Jun

Visit Detroit Sets Industry Standard for Destination Organizations With New Website

Travel
VisitDetroit.com Image courtesy of Tempest DETROIT, June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Developed in partnership with Tempest — a leading website, CRM and digital solutions provider for the Destination Marketing industry — Visit Detroit has officially launched a bold new vision for VisitDetroit.com that channels the essence of Detroit's personality and signature experiences to travelers and event planners with captivating new visuals and improved functionality. The new VisitDetroit.com features modern, experiential design elements that pay tribute to Detroit's rich cultural heritage, including iconic line art, halftone imagery and typography that draws parallels to Motown albums and music-themed brands. High-resolution imagery remains a primary…
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Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga
05 Jun

Remarks by President Biden and Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen of Denmark Before Bilateral Meeting

Politics
Oval Office 1:45 P.M. EDT PRESIDENT BIDEN: Well, welcome. I am delighted to have Madam Prime Minister here today. Great to see you again. We were just talking about the last time we met. I had the opportunity, which was a great opportunity — unrelated to anything having to do with foreign policy — that — for her to meet my — my granddaughters, who are bright young women who are college and law school graduates, who still talk to me about their meeting with the Prime Minister. PRIME MINISTER FREDERIKSEN: Thank you. PRESIDENT BIDEN: And as we all know…
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Plum Market Announces Airport Expansion
05 Jun

Plum Market Announces Airport Expansion

Travel
Company solidifies expansion with new top hire joining ranks in June of 2023. FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich., June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com) - Plum Market, the service-forward company promoting organic and locally sourced food and essentials, is soaring to new heights. Already an accomplished Airport Vendor, the Plum Market Airport Division will elevate the traveler's experience. The Plum Market Airport Division will be a Prime Vendor in pursuing exciting opportunities with Airport Concessions Disadvantaged Business Enterprises ("ACDBE"). This partnership ensures our commitment to best serve all travelers that "will enable us to create a positive impact," said Matt Jonna, CEO of Plum…
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Readout of Vice President Harris’s Meeting with World Bank President Ajay Banga
05 Jun

Remarks as Prepared for Delivery by First Lady Jill Biden at the 60th Anniversary of the Art in Embassies Celebration

Politics
Lisbon, Portugal Thank you, Ambassador Levine. Randi, for many years now, you and Jeff have been such good friends to Joe and me—and it’s wonderful to be here with you and your family. Thank you for your service here in Portugal.  Back in February when Randi personally invited me to this celebration of the 60th Anniversary of the Art in Embassies program, her passion was clear. If you know Randi, you know what I mean. We made it work and it’s my honor to be here with you today.  Good afternoon distinguished guests, Mayor Moedas, Céline, Vice President Lima of the Azores,…
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Shaping the Future of the Web: SourceLess Presents the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the Digital Environment
05 Jun

Shaping the Future of the Web: SourceLess Presents the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the Digital Environment

Law
The digital world is becoming an increasingly used and common space, which is why a team of young people from Romania have built a set of moral laws that will be the basis of the new web. They laid the foundations for a better future for everyone, creating the Universal Declaration of Human Rights in the Digital Environment. SourceLess Labs Foundation SourceLess Labs Foundation CONSTANŢA, Romania, June 5, 2023 (Newswire.com) - In an exciting announcement, a group of passionate people has joined forces to address the vital issue of human rights in the digital world. This remarkable development aims to…
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