Efforts to distribute polio vaccines in Gaza during the conflict
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Health

Efforts to distribute polio vaccines in Gaza during the conflict

More news - Latest news In a major public health boost, Gaza has received a shipment of polio vaccines aimed at protecting more than 640,000 children from the virus, marking the first such effort in 25 years due to a recently reported case. The United Nations, along with Israeli and Gaza health officials, are coordinating this critical initiative. The campaign, led by UNICEF and supported by the World Health Organization and UNRWA, includes the distribution of 1.2 million doses of polio vaccine. The Ministry of Health in Gaza has confirmed the arrival of the vaccines and is preparing for a large-scale vaccination campaign targeting children under 10 years old. The distribution process faces significant challenges due to the ongoing hostilities in the region, which have l...
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UBS Chairman Ermotti Reaches Monumental Deal in Credit Suisse Rescue
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UBS Chairman Ermotti Reaches Monumental Deal in Credit Suisse Rescue

Related media - Recent news Sergio Ermotti, the veteran leader of UBS, was recently at the helm of what is being called a historic financial maneuver following the bailout of Credit Suisse. The strategic move has been widely discussed as potentially the most important financial deal of the decade. In March 2023, after intense negotiations, UBS agreed to a bailout for struggling Credit Suisse, marking a pivotal moment in Swiss banking history. Ermotti, who has a long-standing reputation in banking circles for his astute decision-making and leadership, played a key role in the negotiations. The deal not only rescued Credit Suisse from a precarious financial situation, but also cemented UBS’s position as a dominant force in the global banking industry. The swift action taken by Ermotti an...
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2024 Olympics memorabilia awards highlight U.S. women’s basketball, celebrity items
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Sports

2024 Olympics memorabilia awards highlight U.S. women’s basketball, celebrity items

Related media - Latest news The recently concluded 2024 Olympics not only showcased outstanding athletic performance, but also set a new standard for collectible memorabilia, drawing significant attention to U.S. women’s basketball stars and celebrity-designed merchandise, including a popular series of Snoop Dogg pins. As collectors and fans alike race to acquire these unique items, the Olympic Games have proven once again to be a breeding ground for not only sports excitement but also a thriving collectibles market. This year, U.S. women’s basketball team memorabilia and Snoop Dogg’s uniquely designed pins took center stage, earning top honors at the 2024 Olympic Collectible Awards. U.S. women's basketball memorabilia, celebrated for the gold medal win, has seen a surge...
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Nepal Revives TikTok, Strengthens Ties With China
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Nepal Revives TikTok, Strengthens Ties With China

More news - Latest news In a strategic move, Nepal’s newly appointed Prime Minister KP Sharma Oli has lifted the previous administration’s ban on TikTok. The move is widely interpreted as an effort to strengthen diplomatic ties with China. Previously, the Nepalese government had blocked TikTok, a platform owned by Chinese company ByteDance, citing its failure to mitigate hate speech that was allegedly disrupting social peace. The ban was initially implemented after TikTok failed to comply with requests to control the spread of such content. After the ban was lifted, a TikTok representative welcomed the decision, saying it would help users continue their creative and expressive activities in Nepal. This turnaround not only reflects the shift in Nepal’s domestic digital go...
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Haiti: Arrest in Connection with Murder of US and Haitian Missionaries
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Haiti: Arrest in Connection with Murder of US and Haitian Missionaries

Related media - Recent news In a significant development, Haitian authorities have arrested a man suspected of involvement in the murders of two American missionaries and a Haitian director of a nonprofit organization. The incident, which occurred in May, involved an armed attack that shocked many in Haiti, a nation already grappling with serious security challenges. The tragic event took place on May 23 and claimed the lives of American missionaries Davy Lloyd and his wife, Natalie Lloyd, along with Jude Montis, the Haitian national director of the nonprofit Missions in Haiti Inc., based in Claremore, Oklahoma. The violence is blamed on criminal gangs that have a stronghold over much of Port-au-Prince, controlling about 80 percent of the city. The crime scene was the community of Lizo...
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Bronfman’s proposal could keep Shari Redstone’s role at Paramount.
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Business

Bronfman’s proposal could keep Shari Redstone’s role at Paramount.

Related media - News 24 hours Edgar Bronfman Jr. has made a major offer to acquire a major stake in Global Paramount, potentially ensuring that Shari Redstone remains a key figure within the organization. A source familiar with the negotiations said Bronfman's offer includes a clause that Redstone, who currently serves as Paramount's non-executive chairman, will continue his involvement with the company. This condition is contingent on his offer being accepted by Paramount's special committee by National Amusements, the major shareholder. Bronfman reportedly secured $6 billion to outbid Skydance Media for control of National Amusements, a company originally founded by Sumner Redstone. Both Bronfman and Skydance's competing bids include plans to buy shares from Paramount Global's common...
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