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Jefferies to Hold Global Trading Day on Tuesday, October 10th to Provide Humanitarian Aid in Israel

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Sunday, October 8, 2023
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Jefferies announced today that it will hold a Global Trading Day on Tuesday October 10, 2023 to fund accredited charities focused on providing humanitarian aid to those impacted by the violence and terror in Israel.

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  • Jefferies announced today that it will hold a Global Trading Day on Tuesday October 10, 2023 to fund accredited charities focused on providing humanitarian aid to those impacted by the violence and terror in Israel.
  • Jefferies will donate 100% of net global trading commissions on October 10 for all trading in equities and fixed income by the Firm’s clients.
  • Charities working to provide aid and services to those wounded, traumatized or displaced will receive our support.
  • We encourage our employees and clients around the world to join in this effort.”
    For further information, please contact your Jefferies representative.

AM Best Affirms Credit Ratings of European Mutual Association for Nuclear Insurance

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” (Excellent) of the European Mutual Association for Nuclear Insurance (Emani) (Belgium).

Key Points: 
  • AM Best has affirmed the Financial Strength Rating of A (Excellent) and the Long-Term Issuer Credit Rating of “a” (Excellent) of the European Mutual Association for Nuclear Insurance (Emani) (Belgium).
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best’s Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specialising in the insurance industry.

Mastercard Names Former Head of UK's Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ) as Senior Advisor

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Thursday, October 5, 2023
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He will contribute to the company’s strategy in cyber, intelligence and security, while also adding to public policy initiatives.

Key Points: 
  • He will contribute to the company’s strategy in cyber, intelligence and security, while also adding to public policy initiatives.
  • With more innovation and a more digital world, there’s a need for the highest standards of security.
  • The private and public sectors need to continue to invest in technology and solutions to protect against risk and deliver trust.
  • Jeremy will be a valuable partner as we continue to secure the financial system,” said Tim Murphy, chief administrative officer, Mastercard.

Statement by the Prime Minister on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip

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Sunday, October 15, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 14, 2023 /CNW/ - The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on the humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip:
    "Canada is deeply concerned by the dire humanitarian situation in the Gaza Strip.
  • "The rapid and unimpeded access of relief via a humanitarian corridor is essential to address the urgent needs of civilians in Gaza.
  • International law, including humanitarian and human rights law, must be respected and civilians, journalists, humanitarian workers, and medical personnel must be protected.
  • "Canada will continue to support civilians of Gaza facing urgent humanitarian needs.

Helping A Hero, Bass Pro Shops and Lennar Break Ground on Home for Wounded Veteran, Corporal Corey Dingman, USA (Ret.), in Pensacola, FL

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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PENSACOLA, Fla., Oct. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Helping a Hero, a non-profit providing support for military personnel severely injured in the war on terror, Bass Pro Shops and Lennar, one of the nation's leading homebuilders, today broke ground on a Lennar home for Corporal Corey Dingman USA (Ret.). Corporal Dingman and his family were greeted by special guests from Helping a Hero, including Founder, Meredith Iler, retired Marine Staff Sergeant Daniel Gilyeat, as well as Lennar Southeast Regional Vice President, Matt Devereaux and Lennar Associates. The new adapted home is part of Lennar's Saddle Ridge community located in the Beulah area of Pensacola, Florida.

Key Points: 
  • The groundbreaking is part of Helping a Hero's 100 Homes Challenge, which was launched by Johnny Morris, Founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops.
  • Lennar has joined the effort and committed to building 10 homes for Helping a Hero as part of the 100 Homes Challenge.
  • "It is an honor to partner with Lennar and Bass Pro Shops to build this adapted home for Corporal Corey Dingman.
  • "We hope this home provides Corporal Dingman and his family a happy place to enjoy life and make family memories."

Eco Wave Power's Founder & CEO Inna Braverman Receives the Mother Earth Award from Activist Philanthropist Melanie Lundquist

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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The award was presented to activist philanthropist Dr. Melanie Lundquist, who symbolically turned the award over to Braverman as a testament to her leadership in the next generation of climate innovators.

Key Points: 
  • The award was presented to activist philanthropist Dr. Melanie Lundquist, who symbolically turned the award over to Braverman as a testament to her leadership in the next generation of climate innovators.
  • "With an eye on inspiring our future – our young people, I am turning this award over to an inspiring young woman, Inna Braverman," said Lundquist.
  • "She is showing the world that the ocean economy can create jobs and help save the planet.
  • In the coming months, Eco Wave Power will install its first-ever US pilot station at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles.

Eco Wave Power's Founder & CEO Inna Braverman Receives the Mother Earth Award from Activist Philanthropist Melanie Lundquist

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Friday, October 13, 2023
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The award was presented to activist philanthropist Dr. Melanie Lundquist, who symbolically turned the award over to Braverman as a testament to her leadership in the next generation of climate innovators.

Key Points: 
  • The award was presented to activist philanthropist Dr. Melanie Lundquist, who symbolically turned the award over to Braverman as a testament to her leadership in the next generation of climate innovators.
  • "With an eye on inspiring our future – our young people, I am turning this award over to an inspiring young woman, Inna Braverman," said Lundquist.
  • "She is showing the world that the ocean economy can create jobs and help save the planet.
  • In the coming months, Eco Wave Power will install its first-ever US pilot station at AltaSea at the Port of Los Angeles.

Helping A Hero, Bass Pro Shops and Lennar Break Ground on Home for Wounded Veteran, Staff Sergeant Ross Cox, USA (Ret.), in Tampa, FL

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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TAMPA, Fla., Oct. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Helping a Hero, a non-profit providing support for military personnel severely injured in the war on terror, Bass Pro Shops and Lennar, one of the nation's leading homebuilders, today broke ground on a Lennar home for SSG Ross Cox, USA (Ret.). The community came together in support, waving American flags and holding signs welcoming SSG Cox and his family to the neighborhood. SSG Cox was greeted by special guests from Helping a Hero, including Founder, Meredith Iler, as well as Lennar Tampa Division President, Steve Smith and Lennar Associates. Tate Stevens, an American country music artist and National Ambassador for Helping a Hero sang as well as Sonya Bryson-Kirksey from the Tampa Bay Lightning performed at the ceremony. The new Lennar home is part of the master-planned Southshore Yacht Club community located in Ruskin, Florida, approximately 40 minutes south of downtown Tampa.

Key Points: 
  • SSG Cox was greeted by special guests from Helping a Hero, including Founder, Meredith Iler, as well as Lennar Tampa Division President, Steve Smith and Lennar Associates.
  • The new Lennar home is part of the master-planned Southshore Yacht Club community located in Ruskin, Florida, approximately 40 minutes south of downtown Tampa.
  • The groundbreaking was part of Helping a Hero's 100 Homes Challenge, which was launched by Johnny Morris, Founder and CEO of Bass Pro Shops.
  • Lennar has joined the effort and committed to building 10 homes for Helping a Hero as part of the 100 Homes Challenge.

Statement from Minister LeBlanc

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - Statement from the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Intergovernmental Affairs and Democratic Institutions:

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  • OTTAWA, ON, Oct. 12, 2023 /CNW/ - Statement from the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Intergovernmental Affairs and Democratic Institutions:
    "Canada stands in solidarity with Jewish communities across the country, who are feeling especially vulnerable ahead of the Hamas-led call for mobilization around the world.
  • We have been and will continue to remain in close contact with Jewish community leaders from across the country.
  • Jewish Members of Parliament have been incredibly engaged in reaching out to community members and local officials and bringing forth their concerns.
  • Let those be our guiding principles as we support Canada's Jewish community through this extremely difficult time."

Del Mar Country Club Golf Tournament and Dinner-Gala raises more than $1.4 million for SOF Support

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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The weekend began Friday night with a reception at a private residence in Rancho Santa Fe.

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  • The weekend began Friday night with a reception at a private residence in Rancho Santa Fe.
  • Saturday's festivities included an 18-hole scramble golf tournament at the famed Del Mar Country Club, followed by a dinner-gala and live and silent auction that generated the Lion's share of the $1.4 million that was raised for the Foundation.
  • The Del Mar Country Club Golf Tournament and Dinner-Gala was co-hosted by Plewes and Madeleine Pickens, owners of the Del Mar Country Club.
  • For more information about the SOF Support Foundation, visit https://sofsupport.org/ .