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The Sixth CIIE is ready to welcome the world

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Friday, November 3, 2023
China International Import Expo, LDC, Exhibition, United Nations Global Compact, Dominica, UNIDO, Mining, United Nations Industrial Development Organization, United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, Turing Award, Belt, International Trade Center (New Jersey), United Nations, SME, ITC, Conference, Artificial intelligence industry in China, USB On-The-Go, Consumer Healthcare Products Association, Final good, Agricultural productivity, BRI, United Nations Development Programme, UNCTAD, Information technology, Sierra Leone, Nobel, Belt and Road Initiative, UNDP, Film industry, Video game, Retail

Some 1,500 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will also be showcasing their products at the event.

Key Points: 
  • Some 1,500 small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) will also be showcasing their products at the event.
  • As an integral part of the CIIE, this year's Hongqiao International Economic Forum will focus on global openness, green development, digital economy and smart technologies.
  • Authoritative reports, including the World Openness Report 2023, will also be released during the forum.
  • Join us and reap your benefits at CIIE 2023 & CIIE 2024 where opportunities await!

Nicklaus Children's Hospital Now Administering the First FDA-Approved Gene Therapy for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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MIAMI, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicklaus Children's Hospital announced it has treated its first patient with ELEVIDYS (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl), the first gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

Key Points: 
  • MIAMI, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nicklaus Children's Hospital announced it has treated its first patient with ELEVIDYS (delandistrogene moxeparvovec-rokl), the first gene therapy for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.
  • Nicklaus Children's is one of the first in the nation and one of only three hospitals in Florida offering this new treatment.
  • Jacob, who just turned 6 and resides in Miami's Little Havana neighborhood was treated on October 12.
  • Our use of emerging treatments is one more reason why Nicklaus Children's is the hospital where children matter most."

ExpressVPN launches new features, expands service offerings to deliver more value to users

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Linux, Policy, VPN, Android, Mac, Growth, Internet, Bermuda, IOS, Blog, IP, ExpressVPN, Online shopping, Publishing

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading consumer privacy and security company ExpressVPN today announces that it has added several new features and expanded its existing service offerings. These include an ad blocker, an adult-site blocker, growth of its server network to 105 countries, an update to its multiple-device policy to eight simultaneous connections, and an auto-update feature.

Key Points: 
  • "ExpressVPN's services help millions of users take control of their digital lives every day, so we constantly strive to deliver more value and a better experience to them.
  • We are proud of the incredible lineup of new features and service improvements, which give our users more ways to protect themselves at no extra cost," said Samuel Bultez, head of product, ExpressVPN.
  • Users can easily take control of their internet experience by enabling these advanced protection features via toggles in the ExpressVPN apps.
  • ExpressVPN also announced the launch of an auto-update feature on its desktop apps, so that its users always have the latest features and security enhancements.

ExpressVPN launches new features, expands service offerings to deliver more value to users

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
Linux, Policy, VPN, Android, Mac, Growth, Internet, Bermuda, IOS, Blog, IP, ExpressVPN, Online shopping, Publishing

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading consumer privacy and security company ExpressVPN today announces that it has added several new features and expanded its existing service offerings. These include an ad blocker, an adult-site blocker, growth of its server network to 105 countries, an update to its multiple-device policy to eight simultaneous connections, and an auto-update feature.

Key Points: 
  • "ExpressVPN's services help millions of users take control of their digital lives every day, so we constantly strive to deliver more value and a better experience to them.
  • We are proud of the incredible lineup of new features and service improvements, which give our users more ways to protect themselves at no extra cost," said Samuel Bultez, head of product, ExpressVPN.
  • Users can easily take control of their internet experience by enabling these advanced protection features via toggles in the ExpressVPN apps.
  • ExpressVPN also announced the launch of an auto-update feature on its desktop apps, so that its users always have the latest features and security enhancements.

The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Mark Plunkett as a Distinguished Medical Professional for his contributions to the field of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery

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Monday, October 30, 2023
CASA, Cross My Heart and Hope to Die (film), American College, Corazón, Duke University, Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, Harbor–UCLA Medical Center, Life, Ventricular septal defect, Congenital Heart Surgeons' Society, Cardiothoracic surgery, American Heart Association, Hope, AMA, Multimedia, University of North Carolina at Pembroke, ABTS, Physician, The Washington Campus Board of Directors, Inner circle, Hospital Sisters Health System, University, Travel, Society, Patient, Hospital, Society of Thoracic Surgeons, Dentistry, Biology

PEORIA, Ill., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Mark Plunkett is acknowledged as a Distinguished Medical Professional for his contributions to the field of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery.

Key Points: 
  • PEORIA, Ill., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Mark Plunkett is acknowledged as a Distinguished Medical Professional for his contributions to the field of Pediatric Cardiac Surgery.
  • Dr. Plunkett began his higher education journey at Duke University where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology.
  • He then attended the University of North Carolina and earned a Medical Doctor degree; completed a residency in general and cardiothoracic surgery at Duke University, a nine-year program; and a fellowship in pediatric and congenital heart surgery at UCLA Medical Center/ Mattel Children's Hospital.
  • Board certified by the ABTS in cardiothoracic surgery and congenital heart surgery, Dr. Plunkett specializes in treating fetuses; infants; children; and adolescents with cardiovascular or cardiac abnormalities.

Grimaldi Alliance expands into Canada with 'Lotz & Company' law firm

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Friday, October 27, 2023
United Kingdom, Czech Republic, Dominican Republic, Lotz, Partner (business rank), Orientation, United Arab Emirates, Rest, Growth, Partnership, Airline, Drug

With this latest addition to the network, Grimaldi Alliance strengthens its presence in North America and enhances its relationships with institutions and key stakeholders in Canada and the surrounding region, including the United States.

Key Points: 
  • With this latest addition to the network, Grimaldi Alliance strengthens its presence in North America and enhances its relationships with institutions and key stakeholders in Canada and the surrounding region, including the United States.
  • "We look forward to strengthening relations between Italy, Canada, and the rest of the world through the Grimaldi Alliance network," he added.
  • "We are proud to announce the entry of Lotz & Company into the Grimaldi Alliance network at a time of strong relationship building between Italy and Canada.
  • Grimaldi Alliance continues to attract the best professionals thanks to its increasing recognition in international markets, offering clients comprehensive support for their cross-border activities," commented Francesco Sciaudone, Managing Partner of Grimaldi Alliance.

IMG Continues Partnership with School the World for Fifth Corporate Service Trip

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
Education, High School of World Cultures, Learning, IMG, Student, Poverty, Culture, International Medical Group (Uganda), Management, School

"It has been an amazing tradition for our staff and company to sponsor School the World, and we are proud to send another group of IMG employees to participate in the 2024 corporate service trip," said IMG President and CEO, Steve Paraboschi.

Key Points: 
  • "It has been an amazing tradition for our staff and company to sponsor School the World, and we are proud to send another group of IMG employees to participate in the 2024 corporate service trip," said IMG President and CEO, Steve Paraboschi.
  • The IMG School the World team members were selected based on applications submitted via written essay or video.
  • "I had the honor of helping represent IMG during the 2023 corporate service trip to Guatemala with School the World, and it was truly a life-changing experience," said IMG Public Relations Specialist, Carly Miller.
  • "We are so grateful that IMG has made the decision to partner with us at School the World for another corporate service trip in 2024," said Kate Curran, Founder and CEO of School the World.

IMG Continues Partnership with School the World for Fifth Corporate Service Trip

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
Education, High School of World Cultures, Learning, IMG, Student, Poverty, Culture, International Medical Group (Uganda), Management, School

"It has been an amazing tradition for our staff and company to sponsor School the World, and we are proud to send another group of IMG employees to participate in the 2024 corporate service trip," said IMG President and CEO, Steve Paraboschi.

Key Points: 
  • "It has been an amazing tradition for our staff and company to sponsor School the World, and we are proud to send another group of IMG employees to participate in the 2024 corporate service trip," said IMG President and CEO, Steve Paraboschi.
  • The IMG School the World team members were selected based on applications submitted via written essay or video.
  • "I had the honor of helping represent IMG during the 2023 corporate service trip to Guatemala with School the World, and it was truly a life-changing experience," said IMG Public Relations Specialist, Carly Miller.
  • "We are so grateful that IMG has made the decision to partner with us at School the World for another corporate service trip in 2024," said Kate Curran, Founder and CEO of School the World.

The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Updates Important Dates for Rights Offering

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023
Sale, Commission, Security (finance), Dominican Republic, Policy, Closed-end fund, Investment, Commonwealth, Rights, Prospectus, Fund, Netherlands Antilles, NAV, Cryptocurrency

The formal offer and detailed terms of the tender offer will be announced following the conclusion of the Rights Offer.

Key Points: 
  • The formal offer and detailed terms of the tender offer will be announced following the conclusion of the Rights Offer.
  • The Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end fund managed by HERZFELD/CUBA, a division of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (based in Miami Beach).
  • Investing in companies of Caribbean Basin Countries may present certain unique risks not associated with domestic investments, such as currency fluctuation, political and economic changes and market risks.
  • Before investing in the Fund, investors should carefully consider the investment objective, risks, and charges and expenses of the Fund.

The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Announces Important Dates for Rights Offering

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Friday, October 20, 2023
Sale, Commission, Security (finance), Dominican Republic, Policy, Closed-end fund, Investment, Commonwealth, Rights, Prospectus, Fund, Netherlands Antilles, NAV, Cryptocurrency

The Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end fund managed by HERZFELD/CUBA, a division of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (based in Miami Beach).

Key Points: 
  • The Fund is a non-diversified, closed-end fund managed by HERZFELD/CUBA, a division of Thomas J. Herzfeld Advisors, Inc. (based in Miami Beach).
  • Investing in companies of Caribbean Basin Countries may present certain unique risks not associated with domestic investments, such as currency fluctuation, political and economic changes and market risks.
  • Before investing in the Fund, investors should carefully consider the investment objective, risks, and charges and expenses of the Fund.
  • The formal offer and detailed terms of the tender offer will be announced following the conclusion of the Rights Offer.