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18 Jun

Imposing Sanctions on Entities Supporting Russia’s Malign Activities in Africa

Politics

The United States is today designating two entities based in the Central African Republic (CAR) for their efforts in supporting destabilizing activities by the Kremlin-backed Wagner Group in Africa. Mining Industries SARLU and Logistique Economique Etrangere SARLU have played a vital role in enabling Wagner Group security operations and illicit mining endeavors in CAR. Russia’s Wagner Group has committed widespread human rights abuses and appropriated natural resources across multiple countries in Africa. A proxy military force of the Kremlin, the Wagner Group has carried out combat operations around the world, including in Russia’s brutal war against Ukraine. Today’s action reflects our continued efforts to counter the Wagner Group’s damaging and destabilizing presence in Africa. The United States remains committed to deterring and disrupting Russia’s destabilizing activities. The United States has taken previous action against several Wagner…

18 Jun

DHS Announces 26 Additional PRC-Based Textile Companies to the UFLPA Entity List

Politics

DHS Announces 26 Additional PRC-Based Textile Companies to the UFLPA Entity List Release Date: May 16, 2024 Largest Ever One-Time Expansion Will Help Responsible Companies Keep Forced Labor out of their Supply Chain WASHINGTON – Today, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) announced the addition of 26 textile companies based in the People’s Republic of China (PRC) to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA) Entity List. Effective May 17, 2024, goods produced by the named 26 entities will be restricted from entering the United States. By focusing on cotton manufacturers based outside of the Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous Region…

18 Jun

Special Olympics and Topgolf to Partner in New Inclusive Fundraiser on September 27

Celebrity Gossip

Golf fans of all abilities can register now for the Unified Fore Joy ProAm WASHINGTON, June 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Special Olympics and modern golf entertainment leader Topgolf will play host to the largest day of inclusive golf in the world during the Unified Fore Joy ProAm on Sept. 27. Golf fans of all abilities will support and raise funds for Special Olympics programming at thirty-one participating Topgolf venues located in the United States and United Kingdom. Special Olympics and Topgolf will host the Unified Fore Joy ProAm on September 27 in the US & UK. Post this In addition to the Unified…

18 Jun

Kaye/Bassman Managing Director, Michael Pietrack, Featured in BioSpace

Business

Candidates—especially the candidates that are advanced in years—they’re worried about it.” — Michael Pietrack PLANO, TX, USA, June 6, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ — Kaye/Bassman Managing Director, Michael Pietrack, Featured in BioSpace, Ageism Isn’t Always the Reason Older, Younger Workers Aren’t Hired By: Angela Gabriel When it comes to the types of discrimination biopharma professionals believe are widespread in the industry, age-based discrimination tops the list, according to a new BioSpace report. The State of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Belonging in Life Sciences report found that 65% of survey respondents think age-based discrimination is prevalent. Dozens of respondents, both young and old,…

18 Jun

LogoTags is Headline Sponsor of Pelham Civic Association 2024 Charity Golf Outing

Lifestyle

Ball Chain Manufacturing Co., Inc.’s Promotional Products Division Designed and Donated Custom Poker Chips for Event LogoTags Platinum Sponsor Platinum Sponsor for the 2024 Pelham Civic Association Golf Outing MOUNT VERNON, N.Y., June 18, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Ball Chain Manufacturing Co., Inc.'s (Ball Chain) custom promotional products division, LogoTags, proudly extended its support to the 2024 Charity Golf Outing organized by the Pelham Civic Association. Held at Pelham County Club on Monday, June 10th, proceeds from the event will support vital initiatives within the local community. Profits from the once-a-year event will be channeled directly to funding the Civic’s mission of supporting neighbors.Ball…

18 Jun

The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges Celebrates 25th Anniversary of the National Judicial Institute on Domestic Violence

Law

National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges RENO, Nev., June 18, 2024 (Newswire.com) - The National Council of Juvenile and Family Court Judges (NCJFCJ), the nation’s oldest and largest judicial membership and education organization, celebrates 25 years of success and innovation of the National Judicial Institute on Domestic Violence (NJIDV).The NJIDV is a partnership with the NCJFCJ and Futures Without Violence and is supported by the U.S. Department of Justice, Office on Violence Against Women (OVW). Launched in 1999, NJIDV provides educational programs for judges across the country, helping them develop and enhance their skills in handling a wide range of criminal and…

18 Jun

Veterinarians Putting Children First

Lifestyle

Child care in the Veterinary Industry BEND, Ore., June 18, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Vet Cadets Childcare is a first-of-its-kind, certified childcare center located inside the Veterinary Referral Center of Central Oregon’s Emergency and Specialty Hospital. It is a center to support both staff and parents in the Bend community with comprehensive, educational programming for children 12 months to six years of age. The great news for Bend families is that parents do not need to be employed by VRCCO to enroll their children.Adhering to the VRCCO company values of beyond expectations, one team and compassion, Vet Cadet’s inception was meant…

Spacer Takes on America’s Billion Parking Crisis; Cutting-Edge Park Sharing Technology to Help Businesses Lower Emissions

18 Jun

Spacer Takes on America’s $96 Billion Parking Crisis; Cutting-Edge Park Sharing Technology to Help Businesses Lower Emissions

Travel

Companies Can Double Parking Capacity Without Additional Physical Space Spacer Takes on America's $96 Billion Parking Crisis Spacer can significantly enhance parking capacities, in some instances by doubling it through its technology. SAN FRANCISCO, June 18, 2024 (Newswire.com) - Spacer Technologies, the owner of America's leading parking marketplaces Spacer and Where I Park, announces today its expansion by working with businesses to offer a cutting-edge parking management system that helps lower emissions and decarbonize transport in the community. Designed for workplaces, public organizations, universities, commercial properties, and those working toward President Biden’s whole-of-government goal of cutting carbon pollution in half by 2030*, the advanced technology will…

17 Jun

NYX Professional Makeup Celebrates “Family Can’t Be Framed” Campaign at LA Pride

Celebrity Gossip

World-renowned beauty brand continues to advocate for LGBTQIA+ community by highlighting chosen families LOS ANGELES, June 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — NYX Professional Makeup today announced the launch of the “Family Can’t Be Framed” Pride campaign. Based on an insight from a GLAD study, which found that nearly 40% of queer adults have faced rejection from birth families, the brand chose to highlight groups of LGBTQIA+ individuals who have banded together to form chosen families. This year’s Pride campaign welcomes three chosen families including: NYX Professional Makeup is tapping into its core brand values of inclusivity, authenticity, and diversity by teaming up with members…

17 Jun

One Firefly Elevates Mercury Pro Website Product With Enhanced Customization Options

Tech

CORAL SPRINGS, Fla., January 30, 2024 (Newswire.com) – One Firefly, a leading digital marketing agency specializing in services for technology professionals in residential and commercial custom integration markets, proudly unveils a substantial upgrade to its award-winning website product, Mercury Pro. This advancement marks an expansion in customization features, catering to integrators’ requests for unique, personalized content and design across their websites. New features include adding a new array of beautiful, modern design modules for the Mercury Pro homepage and branded custom copywriting across all website pages. One Firefly is excited to offer this long-requested upgrade to dealers — branded,…