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The Inner Circle Acknowledges, Paul V. Sunkavalli as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member

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Monday, February 12, 2024

MANAHAWKIN, N.J., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Paul V. Sunkavalli is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions to the field of Pediatrics.

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  • MANAHAWKIN, N.J., Feb. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Prominently featured in The Inner Circle, Paul V. Sunkavalli is acknowledged as a Pinnacle Lifetime Member for his contributions to the field of Pediatrics.
  • Dr. Sunkavalli pursued higher education at St. Mary's College where he earned a double major in biology and chemistry after transferring from Baylor University.
  • He received a Doctor of Medicine degree from Spartan Health Sciences University in St. Lucia; completed a Pediatric residency at Mount Sinai Medical Center (Jersey City Program).
  • Dr. Sunkavalli asserts that he is inspired by his entire family, including his father, Dr. Krishna Sunkavalli and his wife Dr. Anupama Sunkavalli.

Plexus Worldwide® Reaches 40 Million Meals to Fight Food Insecurity

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

This partnership with Feeding America® and global partner, Mary's Meals , has assisted the delivery of meals to affiliated food banks since 2018 through the purchase of products Plexus Lean ™, Plexus Reset ™ and Canada's Protein+ .

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  • This partnership with Feeding America® and global partner, Mary's Meals , has assisted the delivery of meals to affiliated food banks since 2018 through the purchase of products Plexus Lean ™, Plexus Reset ™ and Canada's Protein+ .
  • Plexus Worldwide began the Nourish One initiative five years ago, partnering with Feeding America to help reduce food insecurity.
  • Plexus® set a goal to achieve 40 million meals* donated in the totality of the program's existence and happily reached this goal by December 2023.
  • *Every Plexus Lean sold contributes a donation equivalent to 10 meals and every Plexus Reset sold contributes a donation equivalent to three meals to Feeding America®, helping to provide at least 5 million meals annually.

Horse skulls and harmony singing – two winter customs which bring people in Wales together

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Saturday, December 30, 2023

The Mari Lwyd, meaning “grey (or pale) mare”, is a Christmas and new year custom in areas of south Wales dating back to the 18th century.

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  • The Mari Lwyd, meaning “grey (or pale) mare”, is a Christmas and new year custom in areas of south Wales dating back to the 18th century.
  • A horse’s skull is placed on a pole and covered in a white sheet, decorated with ribbons.
  • A person, concealed under the sheet, carries the pole and operates the horse’s jaw, making it snap.
  • It may be linked to other folk performances found elsewhere in Britain and Ireland, including the hobby-horse tradition.

Plygain

  • Deriving from the Latin “pullicantio” (cock crow), the plygain (pronounced “plug-ine”), was an early-morning service originally held on Christmas Day in parish churches and then also in nonconformist chapels, beginning in candlelight and continuing into daylight.
  • After a congregational hymn, a reading and a prayer, the vicar or minister will announce, “Mae’r blygien yn awr yn agored” (the plygain is now open).
  • The plygain ends with the spine-chilling sound of Carol y Swper (the Supper Carol), when all the men in the congregation come forward to sing.

Revival and reinvention

  • This has helped to renew interest in both traditions.
  • The museum hosts annual Mari Lwyd performances, while many a Cardiff pub-goer will likely be startled by the sudden appearance of a snapping horse’s skull.
  • The practice has evolved over time – visits can be pre-arranged, participants will sing from song sheets, the Mari may even be made of cardboard.
  • Today, the Mari (in various guises) is thriving, and can be found as far afield as the USA and Australia.


Sioned Davies does not work for, consult, own shares in or receive funding from any company or organisation that would benefit from this article, and has disclosed no relevant affiliations beyond their academic appointment.

St. Mary's University appoints Winston Erevelles as its 14th president

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Following a national search, the St. Mary's University Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Winston Erevelles, Ph.D., as the next president of St. Mary's University, beginning June 1, 2024.

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  • Following a national search, the St. Mary's University Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Winston Erevelles, Ph.D., as the next president of St. Mary's University, beginning June 1, 2024.
  • SAN ANTONIO, Dec. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Following a national search, the St. Mary's University Board of Trustees has unanimously appointed Winston Erevelles, Ph.D., as the next president of St. Mary's University, beginning June 1, 2024.
  • "I am deeply humbled by the trust and responsibility that the Board of Trustees has placed in me through this appointment to serve as the 14th President of St. Mary's University," Erevelles said.
  • "I am deeply humbled by the trust and responsibility that the Board of Trustees has placed in me through this appointment to serve as the 14th President of St. Mary's University," Erevelles said.

Scholar focusing on God's human qualities wins Grawemeyer religion prize

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Friday, December 8, 2023

He argues that embracing God as a deity with human qualities can bring us closer to God and inspire us to become better people.

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  • He argues that embracing God as a deity with human qualities can bring us closer to God and inspire us to become better people.
  • The University of Louisville and Louisville Presbyterian Theological Seminary jointly give the religion prize.
  • Recipients of next year's Grawemeyer Award s were named this week pending formal approval by trustees at both institutions.
  • Winners will visit Louisville in the spring to accept their awards and give free talks on their winning ideas.

The Government of Canada Honours Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson as Hometown Heroes

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

With an eye for adventure on sea and land, Sherry Richardson has contributed to her country and community for decades.

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  • With an eye for adventure on sea and land, Sherry Richardson has contributed to her country and community for decades.
  • To mark the 100th anniversary of the Naval Reserve in 2023, Parks Canada is honoured to add Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson to the Hometown Heroes program.
  • "On behalf of the Government of Canada, I'm honoured to recognize Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson as Parks Canada Hometown Heroes for their dedication to their community and their contributions to Canada.
  • Commander (Ret'd) Rowland Marshall and Lieutenant-Commander (Ret'd) Sherry Richardson had remarkable experiences throughout their careers and continue to inspire others.

Implantica publishes Interim Report January - September 2023 (Q3)

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Wednesday, November 22, 2023

The Interventional Procedures Advisory Committee (IPAC) has now started its review of the safety and efficacy of RefluxStop™.

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  • The Interventional Procedures Advisory Committee (IPAC) has now started its review of the safety and efficacy of RefluxStop™.
  • The IPAC review process is a key step for NHS hospitals to adopt our technology with strong international influence.
  • Implantica will hold a teleconference on 22 November 2023 at 15:00 (CET) with Peter Forsell (CEO), Andreas Öhrnberg (CFO), and Nicole Pehrsson (Chief Corporate Affairs Officer).
  • The information was submitted for publication, through the agency of the contact person set out above, at 2023-11-22 08:00 CET.

Implantica's RefluxStopTM, a promising new procedure for chronic acid reflux, offered for the first time in the NHS in UK

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Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Four patients with GORD underwent the RefluxStop™ procedure in early September at St Mary's hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.

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  • Four patients with GORD underwent the RefluxStop™ procedure in early September at St Mary's hospital, part of Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust.
  • All had minimally invasive, keyhole surgery, were quickly discharged from hospital and have made an excellent recovery.
  • Approximately 20% of the adult UK population have problems with severe acid reflux[1] or GORD.
  • We are pleased to announce that this landmark achievement of the first surgeries in NHS UK have now taken place.

Dror Paley, MD Named a 2023 Florida's Most Influential Business Leaders by Florida Trend 500

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Friday, November 10, 2023

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Nov. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Dr. Dror Paley, a pioneer in orthopedic medicine and a visionary leader, has been recognized once again for his exceptional contributions to the healthcare industry and the local economy. For the sixth year in a row, Dr. Paley has been named one of the 2023 Florida 500: Most Influential Business Leaders, an accolade that underscores his relentless pursuit of medical excellence and community well-being.

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  • For the sixth year in a row, Dr. Paley has been named one of the 2023 Florida 500: Most Influential Business Leaders , an accolade that underscores his relentless pursuit of medical excellence and community well-being.
  • Dr. Paley's leadership not only elevates the quality of healthcare but also contributes significantly to the economic and social fabric of Florida.
  • Since its inception in 2009, the Institute has seen exponential growth, now boasting a team of twenty-three top-tier surgeons in 2023.
  • Dr. Paley, along with the Institute, expresses sincere gratitude for the continued recognition by Florida Trend Magazine.

Swan Welcomes NBA Champion Matthew Dellavedova to Team Bitcoin

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Wednesday, September 27, 2023

CALABASAS, Calif., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Swan Bitcoin announced today that pro basketball player Matthew Dellavedova is joining the team as Vice President of Business Development. Dellavedova is in the midst of a highly successful basketball career. Highlights include winning an NBA Championship in 2016 with Lebron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers, and Olympic bronze with the Australian national team in 2020. Dellavedova has been an active start-up investor and advisor since 2017, increasingly focused on the Bitcoin industry.

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  • CALABASAS, Calif., Sept. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Swan Bitcoin announced today that pro basketball player Matthew Dellavedova is joining the team as Vice President of Business Development.
  • Dellavedova has been an active start-up investor and advisor since 2017, increasingly focused on the Bitcoin industry.
  • The biggest reason we brought Delly onto the Swan squad is his dedication to spreading Bitcoin adoption and the audience he can reach outside the Bitcoin industry.
  • The user-friendly Swan app simplifies Bitcoin purchases with instant and recurring buys, while Swan IRA provides a tax-advantaged solution for saving Bitcoin in retirement accounts.