State of Palestine

Jerome Segal, Biden Challenger for 2024 Nomination, Calls for Biden to Recognize the State of Palestine

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Thursday, August 11, 2022

"Biden said 'I know that the goal of the two-state [solution] seems far away' --- actually it need not be.

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THE Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) RECEIVES INAUGURAL, Aa2 RATING WITH POSITIVE OUTLOOK FROM MOODY's REFLECTING THE BANK'S UNIQUE STRENGTHS

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Friday, February 18, 2022

KHARTOUM, Sudan, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Moody's Investors Service ("Moody's") has today assigned a Aa2 foreign currency long-term issuer rating to the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) with a positive outlook.

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  • KHARTOUM, Sudan, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Moody's Investors Service ("Moody's") has today assigned a Aa2 foreign currency long-term issuer rating to the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) with a positive outlook.
  • This extremely high rating coincides with the 48th Anniversary of the bank's establishment by the eighteen visionary members of the League of Arab States (LAS).
  • The positive outlook reflects Moody's view that a continuing improvement in BADEA's asset performance would likely support a higher rating in the future.
  • This Aa2 rating recognises the extraordinary capital and liquidity position of the Bank, while the positive outlook reflects the continued strengthening of our internal capabilities.

The Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) Receives Inaugural, Aa2 Rating With Positive Outlook From Moody's Reflecting The Bank's Unique Strengths

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Friday, February 18, 2022

KHARTOUM, Sudan, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Moody's Investors Service ("Moody's") has today assigned a Aa2 foreign currency long-term issuer rating to the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) with a positive outlook.

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  • KHARTOUM, Sudan, Feb. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Moody's Investors Service ("Moody's") has today assigned a Aa2 foreign currency long-term issuer rating to the Arab Bank for Economic Development in Africa (BADEA) with a positive outlook.
  • This extremely high rating coincides with the 48th Anniversary of the bank's establishment by the eighteen visionary members of the League of Arab States (LAS).
  • The positive outlook reflects Moody's view that a continuing improvement in BADEA's asset performance would likely support a higher rating in the future.
  • This Aa2 rating recognises the extraordinary capital and liquidity position of the Bank, while the positive outlook reflects the continued strengthening of our internal capabilities.

ECAM Council second edition in Rome November 1st: Building the Future Together through Healthcare

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Wednesday, October 27, 2021

ROME, Oct. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The European Corporate Council on Africa and the Middle East (ECAM) is pleased to announce the council's second session on November 1, 2021 to be held at the St. Regis, Rome.

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  • ROME, Oct. 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The European Corporate Council on Africa and the Middle East (ECAM) is pleased to announce the council's second session on November 1, 2021 to be held at the St. Regis, Rome.
  • It took us one year, but we did it; finding the right partners to take part in this beautiful journey to make a sustainable future possible via healthcare initiatives.
  • I congratulate all those that have committed to this important social investment, Kamel Ghribi, Chairman of ECAM.
  • Investments are an essential part of addressing the needs, constraints, and opportunities for stakeholders in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East.

Grammy® Award Winning and Multi-Platinum Artist Ariana Grande Enters the Clean Beauty Category with the Launch of God is a Woman, a New Fragrance Inspired by the Power of Nature

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Thursday, July 29, 2021

Inspired by the grand power of nature, God is a Woman is composed of 91% naturally derived clean ingredients, a first for the accomplished Ariana Grande Fragrance franchise, and is 100% vegan and cruelty free.

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  • Inspired by the grand power of nature, God is a Woman is composed of 91% naturally derived clean ingredients, a first for the accomplished Ariana Grande Fragrance franchise, and is 100% vegan and cruelty free.
  • In the two weeks following the launch of God is a Woman, a contribution from every qualifying purchase of the fragrance will be donated to ocean clean up initiatives - globally.
  • "I'm beyond thrilled to celebrate the release of our first ever clean fragrance," says Grande.
  • The alluring fragrance and brand marks an evolution of the franchise into Clean Beauty," explains Noreen Dodge, Chief Marketing Officer of LUXE Brands.

AJC Condemns United Church of Christ (UCC) Resolution Slamming Israel

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Sunday, July 18, 2021

NEW YORK, July 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) condemns the United Church of Christ (UCC) General Synod resolution entitled, "Declaration for a Just Peace Between Palestine and Israel," adopted today by a vote of 462 to 78.

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  • NEW YORK, July 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --American Jewish Committee (AJC) condemns the United Church of Christ (UCC) General Synod resolution entitled, "Declaration for a Just Peace Between Palestine and Israel," adopted today by a vote of 462 to 78.
  • The measure demonizes Israel, fails to offer a credible path to Israeli-Palestinian peace, and undermines advances in Christian-Jewish relations.
  • The resolution ignores inconvenient truths in the history and context of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; innumerable peace proposals and initiatives rejected by Palestinians with violence; and ongoing security threats to Israel.
  • The resolution dangerously describes the "oppression of the Palestinian people" and an unqualified "Israel's occupation of Palestine" as theologically motivated.

Surge Appoints New Strategic Advisor, Mr. Chip Richardson from Wedbush Securities

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Chip Richardson is a life-long banker and currently has the role of Assistant Vice President, Investments for Wedbush Securities in Lake Oswego, Oregon, a suburb of nearby Portland, Oregon.

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  • Chip Richardson is a life-long banker and currently has the role of Assistant Vice President, Investments for Wedbush Securities in Lake Oswego, Oregon, a suburb of nearby Portland, Oregon.
  • From the age of fourteen, Chip began investing in the stock market, and it soon became clear that he was destined for a career in Finance.
  • Economics), Chip was first hired by Dean Witter Securities, now Morgan Stanley, as a Financial Advisor.After Dean Witter, Chip worked at Paine Webber, now UBS, before joining Wedbush in 1999.
  • Wedbush Securities is the Largest New York Stock Exchange member firm in western USA in addition to the largest market maker on the Pacific Stock Exchange.

Zimmerman Tapped As Amerant Bank's Agency Of Record New Marketing Strategy Will Be Tailored to Fulfill Business Growth Goals

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Working closely with Amerant's new Chief Marketing Officer, Christine Esteve, and her team, Zimmerman will help drive increased brand awareness and business development.

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  • Working closely with Amerant's new Chief Marketing Officer, Christine Esteve, and her team, Zimmerman will help drive increased brand awareness and business development.
  • Amerant Bank, which operates banking centers in both South Florida and the Houston, TX, area, has been a valuable community resource for over 40 years.
  • With a strong focus on fintech partnerships and environmental, social and governance (ESG) strategies, Amerant continues its mission to provide superior customer service and increase shareholder value.
  • "We're excited to have Zimmerman as our new partner to elevate the Amerant brand and drive even greater business growth," said Jerry Plush, Vice Chairman and CEO of Amerant.

Surge Appoints New Strategic Advisor, Mr. Chip Richardson from Wedbush Securities

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Thursday, July 15, 2021

Chip Richardson is a life-long banker and currently has the role of Assistant Vice President, Investments for Wedbush Securities in Lake Oswego, Oregon, a suburb of nearby Portland, Oregon.

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  • Chip Richardson is a life-long banker and currently has the role of Assistant Vice President, Investments for Wedbush Securities in Lake Oswego, Oregon, a suburb of nearby Portland, Oregon.
  • From the age of fourteen, Chip began investing in the stock market, and it soon became clear that he was destined for a career in Finance.
  • Economics), Chip was first hired by Dean Witter Securities, now Morgan Stanley, as a Financial Advisor.After Dean Witter, Chip worked at Paine Webber, now UBS, before joining Wedbush in 1999.
  • Wedbush Securities is the Largest New York Stock Exchange member firm in western USA in addition to the largest market maker on the Pacific Stock Exchange.

KC Sports Network Changing the Game in Local Sports Coverage

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Wednesday, July 14, 2021

KCSN debuted earlier this year as a new take on regional sports media coverage.

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  • KCSN debuted earlier this year as a new take on regional sports media coverage.
  • With an initial focus exclusively on the Chiefs, the network offers daily newsletters and podcasts featuring a unique blend of perspectives from former players (Jeff Allen, Mike DeVito, and Nick Leckey) and the top local writers and analysts in the game.
  • Holladay Distillery is one of the first 10 partners to come on board with this exciting new player in local sports media.
  • "We couldn't be more excited to partner with Holladay Distillery as they help us launch KC Sports Network into the college space," said BJ Kissel, the creator of KC Sports Network and the Director of Athlete Content at Let it Fly Media.