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JCR Pharmaceuticals to Present at the 20th Annual WORLDSymposium™ 2024

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

JCR Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. (TSE 4552; Chairman and President: Shin Ashida; “JCR”) announced today that it will present six presentations at the 20th Annual WORLDSymposium™ 2024, to be held February 4-9, 2024 in San Diego, Calif.

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  • JCR Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd. (TSE 4552; Chairman and President: Shin Ashida; “JCR”) announced today that it will present six presentations at the 20th Annual WORLDSymposium™ 2024, to be held February 4-9, 2024 in San Diego, Calif.
  • In addition to posters being available for each of the presentations, two of them will be shared as oral presentations given by a clinical investigator and a researcher from JCR Pharmaceuticals.
  • A global phase III study of pabinafusp alfa (JR-141) for neuronopathic mucopolysaccharidosis type II: updated study design (Ikeda, et al.)
  • WORLDSymposium™ attendees who would like to receive more information about JCR Pharmaceuticals can visit JCR’s on-site conference booth (#506) or visit its virtual booth on the WORLDSymposium™ conference website.

Memorial Held to Commemorate Buddhist Leader Daisaku Ikeda

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Friday, November 24, 2023

Following recitation of portions of the Lotus Sutra and the chanting of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, appreciation was expressed by Senior Vice President Hiromasa Ikeda on behalf of the Ikeda family, and national Women's Leader Kimiko Nagaishi and Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada gave tributes.

Key Points: 
  • Following recitation of portions of the Lotus Sutra and the chanting of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, appreciation was expressed by Senior Vice President Hiromasa Ikeda on behalf of the Ikeda family, and national Women's Leader Kimiko Nagaishi and Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada gave tributes.
  • Daisaku Ikeda was a Buddhist philosopher, peacebuilder, educator, author and poet who dedicated his life to promoting peace through dialogue and spearheaded the Soka Gakkai Buddhist organization's international development.
  • In 1947, Ikeda met Josei Toda, pacifist and leader of the Soka Gakkai who had been imprisoned by the militarist government during the war.
  • Daisaku Ikeda (1928-2023) was President of the Soka Gakkai from 1960-79 and founding President of the SGI from 1975.

Memorial Held to Commemorate Buddhist Leader Daisaku Ikeda

Retrieved on: 
Friday, November 24, 2023

Following recitation of portions of the Lotus Sutra and the chanting of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, appreciation was expressed by Senior Vice President Hiromasa Ikeda on behalf of the Ikeda family, and national Women's Leader Kimiko Nagaishi and Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada gave tributes.

Key Points: 
  • Following recitation of portions of the Lotus Sutra and the chanting of Nam-myoho-renge-kyo, appreciation was expressed by Senior Vice President Hiromasa Ikeda on behalf of the Ikeda family, and national Women's Leader Kimiko Nagaishi and Soka Gakkai President Minoru Harada gave tributes.
  • Daisaku Ikeda was a Buddhist philosopher, peacebuilder, educator, author and poet who dedicated his life to promoting peace through dialogue and spearheaded the Soka Gakkai Buddhist organization's international development.
  • In 1947, Ikeda met Josei Toda, pacifist and leader of the Soka Gakkai who had been imprisoned by the militarist government during the war.
  • Daisaku Ikeda (1928-2023) was President of the Soka Gakkai from 1960-79 and founding President of the SGI from 1975.

Buddhist Leader Calls on States to Commit to "No First Use" of Nuclear Weapons in Advance of NPT Meeting

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Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Ikeda urges: "We must remember that it was never the purpose of the NPT to establish continuing nuclear threat and confrontation as the inevitable fate of humankind." He asks us to learn from the world's hibakusha -- the victims of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings and the testing of nuclear weapons -- who insist that no one anywhere should suffer what they have endured.

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  • Today the risk that nuclear weapons will be used is at its highest level since the Cold War.
  • Ikeda urges: "We must remember that it was never the purpose of the NPT to establish continuing nuclear threat and confrontation as the inevitable fate of humankind."
  • On August 4, during the NPT Review Conference, the SGI will hold a side event promoting No First Use together with other like-minded organizations.
  • Every year since 1983, Ikeda has authored peace proposals offering concrete approaches to resolving the complex global issues facing humanity, centering on the need to abolish nuclear weapons.

Buddhist Leader Calls on States to Commit to "No First Use" of Nuclear Weapons in Advance of NPT Meeting

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, July 27, 2022

Ikeda urges: "We must remember that it was never the purpose of the NPT to establish continuing nuclear threat and confrontation as the inevitable fate of humankind." He asks us to learn from the world's hibakusha -- the victims of the Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings and the testing of nuclear weapons -- who insist that no one anywhere should suffer what they have endured.

Key Points: 
  • Today the risk that nuclear weapons will be used is at its highest level since the Cold War.
  • Ikeda urges: "We must remember that it was never the purpose of the NPT to establish continuing nuclear threat and confrontation as the inevitable fate of humankind."
  • On August 4, during the NPT Review Conference, the SGI will hold a side event promoting No First Use together with other like-minded organizations.
  • Every year since 1983, Ikeda has authored peace proposals offering concrete approaches to resolving the complex global issues facing humanity, centering on the need to abolish nuclear weapons.

Monster Energy's Skateboard Athletes Dominate on Day Three of X Games Chiba 2022

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Monday, April 25, 2022

CHIBA, Japan, April 25, 2022 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The first edition of X Games in Japan just ended with a bang! Monster Energy congratulates its team of skateboard athletes on a dominant performance on the final day of X Games Chiba 2022. On day three of competitions in Japan, the Monster Energy team claimed four medals (1 gold, 2 silver, 1 bronze) from three skateboard events in the world's premium action sports showcase.

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  • Monster Energy congratulates its team of skateboard athletes on a dominant performance on the final day of X Games Chiba 2022.
  • Monster Energy congratulates its team of skateboard athletes on a dominant performance on the final day of X Games Chiba 2022.
  • Supported by Monster Energy as the official energy drink partner, X Games Chiba 2022 marked the 64th edition of X Games since the event's inception in 1995.
  • During three days of competitions, the Monster Energy team claimed 11 medals at X Games Chiba 2022 (2 gold, 4 silver, 5 bronze) from BMX, Moto X, and Skateboard events.

Battle Court Season Concludes with The Cesta Cyclones Taking the Final Hard-Fought Prize

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Tuesday, April 19, 2022

The Cesta Cyclones, owned by Chris Cote, the longtime producer of the "Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz," ultimately earned the top prize on Sunday, April 17 at the Battle Court Finals in an intense final showdown against the Wall Warriors.

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  • The Cesta Cyclones, owned by Chris Cote, the longtime producer of the "Dan Le Batard Show with Stugotz," ultimately earned the top prize on Sunday, April 17 at the Battle Court Finals in an intense final showdown against the Wall Warriors.
  • Battle Court Season I featured the league's first opportunity for seasonal professional sports ownership.
  • "The inaugural Battle Court Season was a complete success.
  • The Battle Court season divided Magic City Jai-Alai's roster into four squads competing against each other in Singles and Doubles matches.

Buddhist Leader's Annual Peace Proposal Stresses Human Dignity and Nuclear Disarmament

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Wednesday, January 26, 2022

TOKYO, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buddhist philosopher and peacebuilder Daisaku Ikeda, president of the Soka

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  • TOKYO, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buddhist philosopher and peacebuilder Daisaku Ikeda, president of the Soka
    Gakkai International (SGI), issued his 40th annual peace proposal on January 26, 2022.
  • Titled "Transforming Human History: The Light of Peace and Dignity," it offers concrete ideas for tackling the climate crisis and achieving inclusive education and nuclear disarmament.
  • The Soka Gakkai is a global community-based Buddhist organization that promotes peace, culture and education based on respect for the dignity of life.
  • Every year, SGI President Ikeda issues a peace proposal on January 26 to commemorate the SGI's founding in 1975.

Buddhist Leader's Annual Peace Proposal Stresses Human Dignity and Nuclear Disarmament

Retrieved on: 
Wednesday, January 26, 2022

TOKYO, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buddhist philosopher and peacebuilder Daisaku Ikeda, president of the Soka

Key Points: 
  • TOKYO, Jan. 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Buddhist philosopher and peacebuilder Daisaku Ikeda, president of the Soka
    Gakkai International (SGI), issued his 40th annual peace proposal on January 26, 2022.
  • Titled "Transforming Human History: The Light of Peace and Dignity," it offers concrete ideas for tackling the climate crisis and achieving inclusive education and nuclear disarmament.
  • The Soka Gakkai is a global community-based Buddhist organization that promotes peace, culture and education based on respect for the dignity of life.
  • Every year, SGI President Ikeda issues a peace proposal on January 26 to commemorate the SGI's founding in 1975.

Soka Institute to Plant One Amazonian Tree for Each Brazilian COVID-19 Victim

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Friday, September 25, 2020

This "Life Memorial" project is supported by Fundacao Rede Amazonica, charitable arm of the main TV station in Amazonas State.

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  • This "Life Memorial" project is supported by Fundacao Rede Amazonica, charitable arm of the main TV station in Amazonas State.
  • The Soka Institute hopes to involve the inhabitants of Manaus in caring for the trees.
  • The Soka Institute for Environmental Studies and Research of the Amazon was founded in 1992 by Buddhist philosopher and peacebuilder Daisaku Ikeda.
  • The Institute is supported by Brazil Soka Gakkai International (BSGI), which helped create this project.