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Illinois Launches New "Pause to Heal" Firearm Restraining Order Education Campaign

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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CHICAGO, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A new partnership to raise awareness about the lifesaving potential of Firearm Restraining Orders (FROs), or "red flag laws," is launching today during National Public Health Week involving the Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH), Brady: United Against Gun Violence, and the Ad Council.

Key Points: 
  • The Illinois effort is the first phase of a planned multi-state campaign called "Pause to Heal."
  • "The State of Illinois is fortunate to partner with Brady and the Ad Council to launch a one-of-a-kind public health campaign educating the public on the importance of firearm restraining orders.
  • "Illinois has two very effective tools, the Firearm Restraining Order and Clear and Present Danger reporting.
  • "A Firearm Restraining Order gives a person in crisis time to heal," says one billboard.

Statement - The Government of Canada highlights National Caregiver Day

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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National Caregiver Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the efforts of the almost 8 million caregivers in Canada who are providing care for others.

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  • National Caregiver Day is an opportunity to raise awareness of the efforts of the almost 8 million caregivers in Canada who are providing care for others.
  • To help provide financial support for those who are providing care for a loved one, caregivers can benefit from the non-refundable Canada caregiver credit .
  • The Government of Canada is also collaborating with provinces and territories to implement bilateral agreements focused on the shared priority of helping Canadians age with dignity close to home.
  • The Government of Canada is taking steps to enhance Canadian seniors' ability to age at home and receive quality home care.

RESIDES ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF SHARON CRAWFORD AS DIRECTOR OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- REsides, an independent and borderless MLS with a unique equity-ownership model, announced today the appointment of Sharon Crawford as Director of Education and Training. In this role, Crawford will lead the design and development of interactive learning to ensure positive customer experiences, adoption, and success outcomes with all REsides technologies, data solutions, and third-party applications. Crawford is a 10-year real estate industry executive with extensive experience working with all leading MLS platforms and solutions. She earned the CMLX2 designation with the Council of Multiple Listing Services.

Key Points: 
  • MLS Industry Leader to Prioritize Client Engagement, Experiences and Success Outcomes with REsides Technology and Data Solutions
    HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- REsides, an independent and borderless MLS with a unique equity-ownership model, announced today the appointment of Sharon Crawford as Director of Education and Training.
  • Crawford is a 10-year real estate industry executive with extensive experience working with all leading MLS platforms and solutions.
  • Crawford also served as Manager of MLS Training & Compliance for Florida Gulf Coast MLS and Director of Education for REALTORS® of Punta Gorda–Port Charlotte-North Port-DeSoto.
  • "We are excited to welcome Sharon to the REsides team," said Colette Stevenson, CEO at REsides.

Get Well hosts Chief Nursing Officer Council on the Future of Digital Health

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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BETHESDA, Md., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Get Well, the global leader in digital patient engagement, hosted the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Council on March 6th, where 23 nurse executives from diverse healthcare backgrounds convened to discuss the intersection of digital health and nursing.

Key Points: 
  • BETHESDA, Md., April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Get Well , the global leader in digital patient engagement, hosted the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO) Council on March 6th, where 23 nurse executives from diverse healthcare backgrounds convened to discuss the intersection of digital health and nursing.
  • The Council met to explore evolving trends that are reshaping digital health, with an end goal of driving impact through meaningful actions.
  • With this mission in mind, the Council focused on three main topics: improving workflow and clinician well-being, promoting civility and a safe care environment, and amplifying care team recognition.
  • These primary goals reflect some of the most pressing concerns for nurses in today's healthcare landscape.

Xinhua Silk Road: Wuliangye partners Boao forum 2024 to facilitate cultural exchanges, mutual understanding among countries

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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BEIJING, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading Chinese Baijiu maker Wuliangye has played an active role in the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024, which was held on March 26 in Boao, south China's Hainan Province.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, April 2, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading Chinese Baijiu maker Wuliangye has played an active role in the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024, which was held on March 26 in Boao, south China's Hainan Province.
  • At the cocktail booth, five types of cocktails made by Wuliangye, which integrate Chinese liquor with Western spirits, have attracted many domestic and foreign customers who spoke highly of the excellent taste.
  • In recent years, Wuliangye has quickened the pace to build a high-end Chinese baijiu brand with global influence.
  • The BFA annual conference this year took place from March 26 to 29, with the theme "Asia and the World: Common Challenges, Shared Responsibilities."

Xinhua Silk Road: Wuliangye partners Boao forum 2024 to facilitate cultural exchanges, mutual understanding among countries

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
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BEIJING, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading Chinese Baijiu maker Wuliangye has played an active role in the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024, which was held on March 26 in Boao, south China's Hainan Province.

Key Points: 
  • BEIJING, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading Chinese Baijiu maker Wuliangye has played an active role in the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024, which was held on March 26 in Boao, south China's Hainan Province.
  • At the cocktail booth, five types of cocktails made by Wuliangye, which integrate Chinese liquor with Western spirits, have attracted many domestic and foreign customers who spoke highly of the excellent taste.
  • In recent years, Wuliangye has quickened the pace to build a high-end Chinese baijiu brand with global influence.
  • The BFA annual conference this year took place from March 26 to 29, with the theme "Asia and the World: Common Challenges, Shared Responsibilities."

Report: Students at Top Ten Schools Score an "F" in Financial Literacy Assessment

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Monday, April 1, 2024
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NEW YORK, April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Goalsetter, an award-winning family financial education-focused spending and savings platform, today released the findings of its latest study, "Are You Financially Smarter Than a 12th Grader?", a revealing look at the state of financial literacy for students in America's top universities. The results of the quiz found widespread deficiency in the understanding of core personal finance concepts, with students scoring an average of 51% on the quiz.

Key Points: 
  • , a revealing look at the state of financial literacy for students in America's top universities.
  • The assessment, conducted by Goalsetter, evaluated the financial literacy levels of 1065 undergraduate students at three of the Top Ten universities through an online quiz mapped to Jumpstart.org and the Council for Economic Education (CEE) high school financial literacy standards.
  • The results exposed a startling gap in basic financial knowledge, indicating a pressing need for enhanced financial education initiatives for U.S. teens and young adults.
  • Prior to taking the quiz, 55% of students believed that they had "a solid understanding of core personal finance concepts."

Ellis George Welcomes Distinguished Litigator Michael Lawson to the Firm

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Friday, March 29, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellis George is proud to announce that Michael Lawson, a litigator with over three decades of experience and dedicated civil rights advocate, has joined the firm as Partner in its Los Angeles office.

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  • LOS ANGELES, March 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Ellis George is proud to announce that Michael Lawson, a litigator with over three decades of experience and dedicated civil rights advocate, has joined the firm as Partner in its Los Angeles office.
  • "Michael is a true legend of the bar, and his arrival at Ellis George shows that the Firm is able to attract the most talented and accomplished lawyers in the practice of law," said Name Partner Dennis S. Ellis.
  • We are grateful to have him help us lead the next generation of exceptional attorneys we are proud to be developing here."
  • Michael was named President and CEO of the Los Angeles Urban League, where he served for six years.

CAST Releases Paper Exploring the Future of Agriculture with Genome Edited Crops

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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AMES, Iowa, March 28, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- On Wednesday, March 20, the Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) hosted a successful rollout event for its latest issue paper, "Applications, Benefits, and Challenges of Genome Edited Crops," at the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center in St. Louis, MO. The event attracted a diverse audience interested in the future of agriculture and the potential of genome editing technologies. A webinar discussing the publication is scheduled for April 3, 11 AM to noon CST.

Key Points: 
  • The event attracted a diverse audience interested in the future of agriculture and the potential of genome editing technologies.
  • The event attracted a diverse audience interested in the future of agriculture and the potential of genome editing technologies.
  • It reviews recent advances in genome editing tools, discusses select applications in various crops, and considers the benefits and challenges of the technology.
  • Sarah Evanega remarked, "This CAST paper on genome editing comes at an important time.

MARKETING INDUSTRY ICON MICHAEL KASSAN TO SIT DOWN FOR AN EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW AT POSSIBLE

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
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The keynote will also touch on what's next post-MediaLink for the industry veteran, who has been described as the "ultimate power broker," balancing strategic insight with pragmatic execution.

Key Points: 
  • The keynote will also touch on what's next post-MediaLink for the industry veteran, who has been described as the "ultimate power broker," balancing strategic insight with pragmatic execution.
  • Michael founded MediaLink in 2003 to be a transformational partner to the world's leading media, marketing and technology companies.
  • POSSIBLE is a tentpole event that brings together the most influential marketing and business leaders, as well as visionaries from technology, digital, media, entertainment, and culture.
  • More than 200 marketing industry leaders will grace the stages at POSSIBLE.