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Global Times: Three 'surprises' I got in the US while discussing the return of Chinese cultural artifacts - Huo Zhengxin

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
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The first "surprise" is that this year's conference dedicated a forum specifically to the issue of returning China's looted cultural relics.

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  • The first "surprise" is that this year's conference dedicated a forum specifically to the issue of returning China's looted cultural relics.
  • It is relatively rare that this year's meeting would focus on China's looted cultural relics and that Chinese scholars had been invited to present their views.
  • The ASIL also took notice of this call and included it as one of the main themes of this year's meeting.
  • The author is a professor at the China University of Political Science and Law and vice president of the China Society of Private International Law.

femmes volcans forêts torrents - Nine women artists living in Québec featured at the MAC starting April 11

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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MONTRÉAL, April 8, 2024 /CNW/ - The Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal (MAC) is proud to unveil its latest exhibition, femmes volcans forêts torrents.

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  • MONTRÉAL, April 8, 2024 /CNW/ - The Musée d'art contemporain de Montréal (MAC) is proud to unveil its latest exhibition, femmes volcans forêts torrents.
  • Organized by curator Marie-Eve Beaupré, femmes volcans forêts torrents invites us to think about the hierarchized relationship between nature and "the living," through a variety of media.
  • The symposium is presented in conjunction with the exhibition femmes volcans forêts torrents.
  • The exhibition femmes volcans forêts torrents is presented at the MAC's temporary Place Ville Marie location, at the corner of Mansfield and Cathcart streets.

MONEY ANNOUNCES BEST PLACES TO LIVE 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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SAN JUAN, Puerto rico, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Personal finance digital platform Money today announced Best Places to Live 2024, the newest iteration of their decades-old franchise highlighting the best communities across America. In partnership with the #1 smart home security provider in the U.S.1, ADT, this annual editorial flagship helps readers discover some truly hidden gems.

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  • SAN JUAN, Puerto rico, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Personal finance digital platform Money today announced Best Places to Live 2024 , the newest iteration of their decades-old franchise highlighting the best communities across America.
  • To explore the full Best Places to Live list, visit the hub here .
  • Started in 1987, Money's Best Places to Live is the brand's longest and most well-known franchise.
  • Signature franchises include a bevy of Best-In categories such as Best Places to Live , Best Colleges , Best Life Insurance , Best Auto Insurance and Best Homeowner Insurance , with an aim to improve your finances and promote your well-being.

Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society Works Toward Re-Opening

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Monday, April 8, 2024
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PHILADELPHIA, April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Repairs and restoration work continue after a 2020 flood caused more than $500,000 in damage to the historic landmark building of the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society, The Society's building was the home of Marian Anderson, the iconic contralto singer who performed a wide-range of music, from opera to spirituals, from 1924-1965.

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  • We keep going because we love this work and are inspired by the legacy of Marian Anderson," said Jillian Patricia Pirtle, CEO of the National Marian Anderson Museum and Historical Society.
  • "As an organization committed to celebrating our nation's history and preserving it, our National Society is pleased to help the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society and support its efforts," said Wright.
  • To heighten visibility for the Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society restoration needs, the Museum is encouraging the public to share "What Marian Anderson Means to Me" on the Museum's Facebook page in April and May.
  • The Marian Anderson Museum & Historical Society continues to work to reopen its historic landmark, located at 762 South Martin Street in Philadelphia.

Rabbi Marvin Hier, Founder and Dean Emeritus of the Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance, Issues Statement Regarding Nelson Peltz

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rabbi Marvin Hier, Founder and Dean Emeritus, the Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance, today issued the following statement:

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 25, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Rabbi Marvin Hier, Founder and Dean Emeritus, the Simon Wiesenthal Center and Museum of Tolerance, today issued the following statement:
    “In response to recent reported statements regarding my close friend Nelson Peltz, I feel compelled to say the following.
  • I have known Nelson for decades and he has always been a fighter of intolerance in all of its forms.
  • For approximately 45 years, Nelson has been actively involved with our Center, which is based in Los Angeles.
  • Nelson chaired the Center for 35 years and has worked tirelessly to stamp out bigotry.

Matterport 3D Digital Twins Power Asia’s Largest Virtual Art Exhibition Platform, ARTOGO

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Matterport, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTTR), announced that ARTOGO , the largest virtual exhibition platform in Asia, is utilizing Matterport as its 3D technology of choice to revolutionize the arts sector.

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  • SUNNYVALE, Calif., March 19, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Matterport, Inc. (Nasdaq: MTTR), announced that ARTOGO , the largest virtual exhibition platform in Asia, is utilizing Matterport as its 3D technology of choice to revolutionize the arts sector.
  • Founded in April 2021, ARTOGO’s online art platform offers immersive digital experiences powered by Matterport, allowing users to explore international art exhibitions from anywhere at any time.
  • After exploring various digital solutions, ARTOGO chose Matterport’s Digital Twin Platform to bring art to life in immersive 3D, hosting more than 450 virtual exhibits that have drawn in more than four million views.
  • “ARTOGO is driving innovation in the arts across Asia and defining the premium digital exhibition experience that people are finally willing to pay for.

City Museum Sets GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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City Museum surpassed their goal of 314 participants, with the final count officially announced as 355 underwear adorned participants.

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  • City Museum surpassed their goal of 314 participants, with the final count officially announced as 355 underwear adorned participants.
  • City Museum already holds a few official GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS titles, including the World's Largest Pencil, the World's Longest Seesaw, and the World's Largest Tennis Racket.
  • Additionally, City Museum is currently hosting The Science of Guinness World Records exhibit which is co-produced by Science North and Ripley Entertainment.
  • City Museum is open year round and hosts many events throughout the year like City Nights, July Fest, International & Craft Beer Festival, Fright at the Museum, and Weirdly Wonderful Holidays.

National Civil Rights Museum welcomes Martin Luther King III and his family for a commemoration to honor his father’s legacy on the 56th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s tragic death

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Friday, March 15, 2024
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Martin Luther King III, wife Arndrea Waters King, and daughter Yolanda Renee King will participate in the ceremony, which will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.

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  • Martin Luther King III, wife Arndrea Waters King, and daughter Yolanda Renee King will participate in the ceremony, which will be live streamed for those who cannot attend in person.
  • This year, the Museum introduces a youth component with the performing winners of its Youth Poetry and Spoken Word Competition.
  • Martin Luther King III, the oldest son of the late Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Mrs. Coretta Scott King, will deliver the keynote address.
  • Mr. King is a civil rights advocate and global humanitarian, focusing on addressing the most pressing social justice issues of today.

National Civil Rights Museum adds to roundtable slate for The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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Memphis, TN, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum will host the fourth and final national convening entitled “The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety” on March 22, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Renasant Convention Center.

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  • Memphis, TN, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Civil Rights Museum will host the fourth and final national convening entitled “The Resilience: Combatting Police Violence through Policy and Public Safety” on March 22, 2024 from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm at the Renasant Convention Center.
  • During the symposium, participants will offer strategies and solutions to tackle police violence through policy-driven, community-led, and trauma-informed alternatives to traditional public safety methods.
  • The event includes an opening panel, facilitated sessions, and a lunch roundtable discussion:
    Opening Panel – From Pain to Purpose: The Courageous Activism of Police Violence Victims.
  • The national convening series – The Reckoning, The Resolve, The Reconciliation, and The Resilience – is made possible by the support of National Civil Rights Museum Catalyst Partners FedEx, Cummins, and The Kresge Foundation.

WISe.Art, The Hashgraph Association (THA) and the Global Market of Artification (GMA) Advance the Digitalization of the Italian Renaissance Art Collection, Announcing an Exclusive Event in Florence

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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A cornerstone of this initiative is the introduction of the Renaissance Coin, a pioneering development in the art investment sphere.

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  • A cornerstone of this initiative is the introduction of the Renaissance Coin, a pioneering development in the art investment sphere.
  • These Artistic Security Tokens, differing fundamentally from Bitcoins and NFTs, operate within a regulated framework, offering a secure and legally compliant option for art investors.
  • An exclusive event set for July 14 in Florence will mark the launch of the pre-registration phase, featuring a remarkable presentation of Renaissance digital art by the renowned artist Pedro Sandoval.
  • As part of the initiative, an exclusive Renaissance Coin will be launched, providing access to historic art treasures through WISe.ART.