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The Ridley Gallery at Sierra College Presents the Work of Vincent Pacheco: Upstanding Citizen from January 30-February 22, 2024

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

ROCKLIN, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- The Ridley Gallery is pleased to present the work of Vincent Pacheco: Upstanding Citizen. Vincent Pacheco explores ancestral memories through an installation of hand-made piñatas. As a third-generation Mexican American caught between two worlds--an oppressed minority, and an upstanding citizen in white society-- Pacheco uses this traditional craft to forge new cultural understanding. He embeds each piñata with familial memories, akin to a totem, and aims to forge new connections about his family's crime-ridden past, his fading knowledge of ancestry, and his place in the world.

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  • The Ridley Gallery is pleased to present the work of Vincent Pacheco: Upstanding Citizen.
  • Vincent Pacheco explores ancestral memories through an installation of hand-made piñatas.
  • As a third-generation Mexican American caught between two worlds--an oppressed minority, and an upstanding citizen in white society-- Pacheco uses this traditional craft to forge new cultural understanding.
  • Pacheco is a full-time faculty member in the Applied Art and Design department at Sierra College.

Brunswick Corporation begins 2024 with 15 Major New Product Launches

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

METTAWA, Ill., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Entering 2024, Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), continued its rapid cadence of new product launches, debuting 15 exciting new products from across its award-winning brands at major global trade shows in just the first few weeks of the year.

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  • METTAWA, Ill., Jan. 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Entering 2024, Brunswick Corporation (NYSE: BC), continued its rapid cadence of new product launches, debuting 15 exciting new products from across its award-winning brands at major global trade shows in just the first few weeks of the year.
  • “We know consumers continue to appreciate innovative new products and technology, and Brunswick is entering 2024 by introducing industry-leading new products at a rapid pace, some of which have already captured major awards and set new benchmarks in their respective categories,” said Dave Foulkes, Brunswick Corporation CEO.
  • Three of its brands are also celebrating anniversaries in 2024 including Mercury Marine (85), Princecraft (70), and Sea Ray (65).
  • Brunswick will discuss its many new product launches during the Company’s 2023 Full Year and Fourth Quarter earnings on February 1 at 10:00am CST.

WWF-Canada raising alarm over dangerous delays on Canada's Ocean Noise Strategy

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Monday, January 29, 2024

"WWF-Canada is calling for not only the release of the delayed Ocean Noise Strategy, but for one strong enough to deliver meaningful, measurable and urgent action that whales and other species impacted by underwater noise pollution desperately need."

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  • "WWF-Canada is calling for not only the release of the delayed Ocean Noise Strategy, but for one strong enough to deliver meaningful, measurable and urgent action that whales and other species impacted by underwater noise pollution desperately need."
  • To hit the right note, Canada's Ocean Noise Strategy should:
    Establish noise limits for activities we know have a negative effect on soundscapes, such as shipping and oil and gas exploration.
  • Put in place regulations for ongoing monitoring of noise levels and enforcement of noise limits and reduction targets.
  • Without teeth, it's unlikely Canada's Ocean Noise Strategy will help mitigate noise pollution.

Latest news - Next AFCO Committee Meeting on Tuesday 23 January 2024 - Committee on Constitutional Affairs

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Next AFCO Committee Meeting on Tuesday 23 January 2024

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Next AFCO Committee Meeting on Tuesday 23 January 2024
16-01-2024 - 16:14
Next AFCO Committee Meeting on Tuesday 23 January 2024:
- 09.00-09.20 (joint meeting AFET-AFCO)
Room: Spaak 3C050
- 09.30-11.00
Room: Spinelli 3G-2
Next AFCO Committee Meeting on Tuesday 23 January 2024:
Room: Spaak 3C050
Room: Spinelli 3G-2

OceanX Launches Scientific Research Mission in the Seychelles Islands in Partnership with the Republic of Seychelles, Seychelles Island Foundation, Island Conservation Society, and Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Global ocean exploration nonprofit OceanX has embarked on a scientific research mission from January 14 to February 11, 2024, to the Seychelles islands of Aldabra, Amirantes Islands, Farquhar, Cosmoledo Atoll, and Mahe Plateau. The mission is conducted in partnership with the Republic of Seychelles Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment through its Environment Department, the Seychelles Island Foundation (SIF), Island Conservation Society (ICS), the University of Seychelles, the Seychelles Fishing Authority (SFA), and Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust (SeyCCAT). A deep-sea submersible dive from the mission will be broadcast live at the 2024 Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum (Davos 2024), with OceanX Head of Science Operations Mattie Rodrigue and marine biologist Dr. Diva Amon participating in a panel discussion on ocean exploration and protection from Seychelles. The broadcast will be available live here on Wednesday, January 17, at 10 a.m. ET / 4 p.m. CET.

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  • The mission is conducted in partnership with the Republic of Seychelles Ministry of Agriculture, Climate Change and Environment through its Environment Department , the Seychelles Island Foundation (SIF) , Island Conservation Society (ICS) , the University of Seychelles , the Seychelles Fishing Authority (SFA) , and Seychelles Conservation and Climate Adaptation Trust (SeyCCAT) .
  • Seychelles, situated in the Western Indian Ocean, faces a scarcity of deep-water research due to limited access and substantial funding requirements.
  • "OceanX is proud to be working with like-minded partners to lead this mission, shaping the future of deep-sea exploration and environmental conservation."
  • Data collection and findings from the OceanX mission will form a solid foundation for Seychelles ocean conservation and protection.

Island Fin Poké Co. Partners with GNF Worldwide To Expand its Reach into the Global Market

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Island Fin Poké Co. has earned its reputation through an unwavering commitment to excellence and an authentic passion for poké.

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  • Island Fin Poké Co. has earned its reputation through an unwavering commitment to excellence and an authentic passion for poké.
  • Island Fin Poké Co. officially signed the Franchise Sales Agreement with GNF Worldwide, setting the stage for a transformative phase of expansion and growth.
  • The strategic alliance with GNF Worldwide brings forth a multitude of opportunities for Island Fin Poké Co., such as a refined sales organization.
  • "We're excited to join forces with Island Fin Poké Co. in their global expansion journey," said Fernando López de Castilla, Founding Partner at GNF Worldwide.

Churchill Asset Management Announces 2024 Promotions, Expands Operating Committee and Establishes New Executive Committee

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Monday, January 8, 2024

Churchill Asset Management LLC, an investment-specialist affiliate of Nuveen providing customized financing solutions to private equity firms and their portfolio companies, today announced its 2024 promotion class.

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  • Churchill Asset Management LLC, an investment-specialist affiliate of Nuveen providing customized financing solutions to private equity firms and their portfolio companies, today announced its 2024 promotion class.
  • Positioning the firm for continued growth, six senior professionals have also been added to Churchill’s Operating Committee, which oversees day-to-day operational matters, and a new Executive Committee has been established (reporting to the CEO), responsible for management of the firm and setting overall strategic direction for the business.
  • Effective immediately, the Executive Committee members are:
    The Operating Committee now consists of the following 12 members:
    The Operating Committee will report to the newly established Executive Committee.
  • I am confident that in his new position, Randy will continue to bring his unmatched creativity and exemplary leadership to further elevate our business.”

Global Times: Guardians of Yangtze River witness inspiring changes in ecological conservation under China's modernization process

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Friday, January 5, 2024

It plays a crucial role in assessing the ecological status of the Yangtze River ecosystem.

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  • It plays a crucial role in assessing the ecological status of the Yangtze River ecosystem.
  • In the past, the ecological environment of the Yangtze River suffered severe damage due to overfishing and other intensive human activities.
  • Before 2015, only 2 to 3 members of the species remained in the Yichang section of the Yangtze River.
  • In recent years, with the advancement of the Yangtze River conservation initiative, the playful glee of the Yangtze finless porpoise has been witnessed more frequently in the Nanjing section of the Yangtze River.

New research harnesses AI and satellite imagery to reveal the expanding footprint of human activity at sea

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Wednesday, January 3, 2024

More than 25 percent of transport and energy vessel activity are also missing from public tracking systems.

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  • More than 25 percent of transport and energy vessel activity are also missing from public tracking systems.
  • Using machine learning, they then concluded which of those vessels were likely engaged in fishing activity.
  • Global Fishing Watch is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing ocean governance through increased transparency of human activity at sea.
  • We believe human activity at sea should be public knowledge in order to safeguard the global ocean for the common good of all.

Commissioner Falk to conclude with second term

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Tuesday, January 2, 2024

Published: 10 November 2023

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  • Published: 10 November 2023
    The Australian Information Commissioner Angelene Falk has advised the Attorney-General that after having the privilege of serving two terms she will not be seeking a third term.
  • The Australian Information Commissioner said: “I am greatly honoured to have led the Office of the Australian Information Commissioner (OAIC) through a time of exponential growth, technological development, heightened community expectations and great domestic and international change in the regulatory landscape.
  • I remain focused on the protection and promotion of privacy and information access rights and ensuring the OAIC is well positioned for the challenges of the future.”
    Commissioner Falk said the move to a three Commissioner model marked an exciting chapter for the OAIC.
  • The Attorney-General’s Department has advertised the position ahead of the conclusion of the Australian Information Commissioner’s term in August 2024.