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Ping An Named Brand Finance's Most Valuable Insurance Brand in the World for the 8th Consecutive Year, with Brand Value Up 4.2%

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024

It is poised to seize new growth opportunities with its one-stop "integrated finance + healthcare and elderlycare" service framework and "worry-free, time-saving, and money-saving" experience for customers.

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  • It is poised to seize new growth opportunities with its one-stop "integrated finance + healthcare and elderlycare" service framework and "worry-free, time-saving, and money-saving" experience for customers.
  • As of the end of 2023, Ping An recorded 232 million retail customers, of which nearly 64% used services from the healthcare and elderlycare ecosystem.
  • Customers entitled to service benefits in the healthcare and elderlycare ecosystem accounted for more than 73% of Ping An's new business value (NBV).
  • Ping An is striving to become a world-leading integrated financial, healthcare and elderlycare sevices provider under a people-centered and customer needs-oriented approach.

Government of Canada tabled its response to the Standing Committee on Public Accounts report on emergency management in First Nations communities

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Monday, March 25, 2024

On March 22, 2024, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, tabled the Government of Canada's response to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Public Accounts' report titled Report 8, Emergency Management in First Nations communities – Indigenous Services Canada, of the 2022 Reports 5 to 8 of the Auditor General of Canada.

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  • On March 22, 2024, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services, tabled the Government of Canada's response to the House of Commons Standing Committee on Public Accounts' report titled Report 8, Emergency Management in First Nations communities – Indigenous Services Canada, of the 2022 Reports 5 to 8 of the Auditor General of Canada.
  • In doing so, Minister Hajdu tabled actions the government will take to implement the recommendations, in partnership with First Nations.
  • To that end, a steering committee comprised of First Nation emergency management experts was formed in October 2023 in partnership with the Assembly of First Nations.
  • We will continue to work alongside First Nations to support the health, safety and well-being of their communities, and to enhance their emergency management capacity.

Joint statement by Prime Minister Trudeau and Prime Minister Mitsotakis

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Sunday, March 24, 2024

MONTRÉAL, March 24, 2024 /CNW/ - We, the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, and the Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, met today in Montréal to celebrate Greek Independence Day.

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  • MONTRÉAL, March 24, 2024 /CNW/ - We, the Prime Minister of Canada, Justin Trudeau, and the Prime Minister of the Hellenic Republic, Kyriakos Mitsotakis, met today in Montréal to celebrate Greek Independence Day.
  • Canada and Greece have a rich history rooted in our shared values of democracy, human rights, and the rule of law.
  • Together, we stand shoulder to shoulder to advance international peace, security, development, and the promotion of human rights.
  • Together, Canada and Greece will advance our work to make life better for all those who call our countries home.

Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market Projected to Reach $37.32 billion by 2030 - Exclusive Report by 360iResearch

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

The growth of the natural disaster detection IoT sector is propelled by breakthroughs in sensor technology, machine-to-machine communications, and an increase in governmental investments to bolster disaster preparedness.

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  • The growth of the natural disaster detection IoT sector is propelled by breakthroughs in sensor technology, machine-to-machine communications, and an increase in governmental investments to bolster disaster preparedness.
  • The key players in the Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market include Nokia Corporation, Eaton Corporation PLC, NEC Corporation, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, International Business Machines Corporation, and others.
  • We proudly unveil ThinkMi, a cutting-edge AI product designed to transform how businesses interact with the Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market.
  • "Dive into the Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market Landscape: Explore 184 Pages of Insights, 568 Tables, and 24 Figures"

Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market Projected to Reach $37.32 billion by 2030 - Exclusive Report by 360iResearch

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

The growth of the natural disaster detection IoT sector is propelled by breakthroughs in sensor technology, machine-to-machine communications, and an increase in governmental investments to bolster disaster preparedness.

Key Points: 
  • The growth of the natural disaster detection IoT sector is propelled by breakthroughs in sensor technology, machine-to-machine communications, and an increase in governmental investments to bolster disaster preparedness.
  • The key players in the Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market include Nokia Corporation, Eaton Corporation PLC, NEC Corporation, Telefonaktiebolaget LM Ericsson, International Business Machines Corporation, and others.
  • We proudly unveil ThinkMi, a cutting-edge AI product designed to transform how businesses interact with the Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market.
  • "Dive into the Natural Disaster Detection IoT Market Landscape: Explore 184 Pages of Insights, 568 Tables, and 24 Figures"

CPKC announces departure of Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024

CALGARY, AB, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) announced the departure of John Orr, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer.

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  • CALGARY, AB, March 20, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Canadian Pacific Kansas City (TSX: CP) (NYSE: CP) (CPKC) announced the departure of John Orr, Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer.
  • "On behalf of the Board of Directors and the CPKC family I would like to thank John for his contributions and impactful leadership," said CPKC President and Chief Executive Officer Keith Creel.
  • Mr. Orr was appointed Executive Vice President and Chief Transformation Officer of CPKC on April 14, 2023.
  • Prior to this role, he served as Executive Vice President Operations for Kansas City Southern from 2021 through 2023.

Earth Hour calls for a moment of unity for a planet in crisis

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

This year, WWF-Canada is asking the public to participate in the Biggest Hour for Earth on Saturday, March 23 (8:30 p.m. local time) by doing something — anything — positive for our planet.

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  • This year, WWF-Canada is asking the public to participate in the Biggest Hour for Earth on Saturday, March 23 (8:30 p.m. local time) by doing something — anything — positive for our planet.
  • Every dollar you raise and every step you take is a step toward a brighter future for nature.
  • Earth Hour may have started as a symbolic lights-off moment, but over time, it has grown into a movement that invites us to take action in diverse, meaningful ways, and the urgency has only increased.
  • Earth Hour is a yearly reminder that, across our society here in Canada and across the world's borders, we can work together to make a difference for our shared home.

SkyPixel 9th Annual Photo & Video Contest Winners Announced

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

SHENZHEN, China, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyPixel, one of the world's most popular online communities for aerial photography and videography, today announces the winners of the SkyPixel 9th Annual Photo & Video Contest. Co-organized with DJI, this year's competition attracted over 130,000 submissions – a 100% increase from the previous year. The contest welcomed submissions from across the creator community, which includes professionals, aerial enthusiasts, and creative newcomers, showcasing their personal histories through the art of visual innovation.

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  • SHENZHEN, China, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- SkyPixel, one of the world's most popular online communities for aerial photography and videography, today announces the winners of the SkyPixel 9th Annual Photo & Video Contest.
  • The 9th Annual Photo & Video Contest was assessed by a Judging Panel of incredible professionals in the industry.
  • In addition to the Annual Best Works, the SkyPixel contest also awarded winners in both categories.
  • As the SkyPixel 9th Annual Photo & Video Contest comes to its conclusion, it's evident that participants have embraced the theme of "Exploring New Trends in Imaging" with deep passion.

University of Maryland Sea Grant Extension to Address Flood Concerns of Maryland Residents With New Technologies

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

COLLEGE PARK, Md., March 14, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Flooding is a pervasive problem across Maryland with reports showing it to be the most frequent and expensive natural disaster in the state. Climate change, development, and aging infrastructure have made the problem worse over the last several decades, with particularly devastating effects for socioeconomically vulnerable communities. To help combat this problem, University of Maryland Extension (UME) will partner with Maryland Sea Grant at the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science (UMCES), and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) to expand understanding and use of existing flood inundation mapping (FIM) tools, and implement a newly developed one to mitigate flood risk and improve preparation across the state.

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  • University of Maryland Extension (UME) will expand understanding and use of existing flood inundation mapping (FIM) tools, and implement a newly developed one to mitigate flood risk and improve preparation across Maryland.
  • This funding will provide additional capacity to serve Maryland constituents and strengthen resilience to flooding in communities across the state.
  • "We have made tremendous strides in the practice of social science with regards to managing our environment and natural resources," said Bill Hubbard, Extension Program Leader for University of Maryland Sea Grant Extension and the project's principal investigator.
  • Fredrika Moser, director of Maryland Sea Grant, says this project aligns closely with Maryland Sea Grant's mission of reaching Maryland communities with science-based solutions.

JOHNSON CONTROLS FOUNDATION SUPPORTS AMERICAN RED CROSS DISASTER RELIEF EFFORTS WITH $1 MILLION DONATION

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

MILWAUKEE, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the Johnson Controls Foundation's pledge of $1 million to the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP) over the next two years.

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  • MILWAUKEE, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI), the global leader for smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, today announced the Johnson Controls Foundation's pledge of $1 million to the American Red Cross Annual Disaster Giving Program (ADGP) over the next two years.
  • By making a proactive donation to Red Cross Disaster Relief, the Foundation is helping ensure the organization is prepared to meet the needs of people affected by disasters big and small across the United States.
  • "Helping the Red Cross deliver vital services to communities in need, including those where Johnson Controls employees and our customers live, work, learn and play is of the utmost importance," said Katie McGinty, president, Johnson Controls Foundation, and vice president and chief sustainability and external relations officer.
  • We also encourage Johnson Controls employees to get involved with their local Red Cross chapters through volunteer opportunities and by participating in blood drives."