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Treating cancer when neither chemotherapy nor transplant works

Without the most common side effects, with improvement from the first days and complete remission after 18 months in almost 70% of cases. A clinical trial of CAR-T therapies coordinated by the Hospital Clï¿½nic Barcelona - IDIBAPS, with the support of the”la Caixa” Foundation, has brought the word curable almost within touching distance for multiple myeloma, the second most common blood cancer in the world, thus increasing hope and quality of life for patients. “After eight years of uns...

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Digital games can have a positive impact on children's well-being

Digital games can contribute to and support the well-being of children if they are designed with the needs of children in mind, according to new research from UNICEF Innocenti – Global Office of Research and Foresight. The study shows that well-designed digital play experiences can allow children to experience a sense of control, have freedom of choice and experience mastery and feelings of achievement. They can also help children to regulate their emotions, feel connected to others, and...

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G7 coal phase out commitment in first half of 2030s would be too little, too late

In an interview with CNBC today[1], Andrew Bowie MP, Minister in the UK Department for Energy Security and Net Zero, made a statement that the G7 has agreed to phase out coal during the first half of the 2030s.ï¿½ In response, Tracy Carty, Global Climate Politics Expert, Greenpeace International, said ï¿½“The G7 phasing out coal in the first half of the 2030s would be too little, too late. If they are serious and aligned with what the science says is needed to keep 1.5ï¿½ within reach, G7 coun...

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Chelsea Foundation appoints chief executive

Cordingley joins Chelsea Foundation following six years as chief executive of Chance to Shine, an independent charity that works to spread the power of cricket in schools and communities across the country. Previous to that, Laura worked at the Mayor of London's office as assistant director, responsible for Team London, and held roles at Marylebone Cricket Club, Durham City School Sports Partnership and Volleyball England. Laura will join Chelsea Foundation in August and will lead the Fo...

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Three UK partners with Internet Matters

Three UK has partnered with Internet Matters, as part of its commitment to promoting digital well-being and online safety for children and families. In light of the rise of social media usage amongst young people and digital safety being a key issue, the partnership underpins Three's Corporate Social Responsibility strategy to connect with society and be a good corporate citizen. The partnership complements Three's child protection initiatives including filtering content for anyone using...

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Cepsa Joins PATIO Campus to Drive Innovation in Energy Sector

- - • Cepsa is now part of PATIO Campus, taking the lead in the strategic energy vertical. The company joins a growing list of innovators in this ecosystem, including L'Orï¿½al, BMW, Inditex, Iberia, Mahou San Miguel, Merlin Properties, and Pascual - • PATIO Campus will be adding more companies in the coming months in prominent sectors like Banking, Healthcare, and Technology, as well as attracting other key players in the innovation arena - • As part of its Positive Motion strategy for 2030,...

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Boeing Donates $ 100,000 to Support Tornado Recovery and Relief Efforts in Louisiana

Boeing [NYSE: BA] is committing $ 100,000 from the Boeing Charitable Trust to assist with recovery and relief efforts following the recent tornado in Slidell, La. Funds will be directed to the Northshore Community Foundation's Weather Relief Fund to provide supplies, assistance and resources to those most affected. “Amidst the devastation, we extend our support to those enduring this terrible hardship,” said Cheri Carter, vice president of Boeing Global Engagement. “Boeing is committed t...

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Expedia Group Announces Two New Sustainable Travel Programs for Destinations

Expedia Group announced the launch of two new programs — Destination Climate Champions and the Destination Giveback Initiative — both designed to support destination marketing and management organizations (DMOs) in becoming better environmental stewards and helping ensure travel is truly a force for good in their local communities. The new programs are aligned with ï¿½Expedia Group's Open World™ social impact and sustainability strategy and its commitment to building resilient prosperity f...

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Shara: starting from scratch at 19

Eight years after arriving in Spain, Shara found a home at Casa de Recï¿½s, a residential and socio-educational centre for young women in vulnerable situations. From this space of “care, safety and trust”, managed by the Fundaciï¿½n de la Esperanza, which was set up by the”la Caixa” Foundation, Shara, now 19 years old, has begun to build a project for the future: to study to become a nurse and to enjoy team sports by playing rugby. Shara arrived at the centre one summer night. She had to...

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XPO Sponsors Pat Tillman Foundation's 20th Annual Pat's Run

XPO (NYSE: XPO), a leading provider of freight transportation in North America, announced its sponsorship of theï¿½Pat Tillman Foundation'sï¿½20th annualï¿½Pat's Run in Tempe, AZ to raise funds for the Tillman Scholars program. In addition to its sponsorship, XPO employees will volunteer and participate in the run and the company also will provide in-kind donations, including hand carts, gas-powered forklifts and propane tanks needed for the event. Dr. Katherine Steele, CEO of the Pat Tillman F...

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Kodiak Properties Launches Innovative Initiative to Address Affordable Housing Crisis in Ohio

Kodiak Properties, a locally owned real estate investment company in Youngstown, is proud to announce the launch of a groundbreaking initiative aimed at alleviating the affordable housing crisis facing communities across Ohio. - - Rental prices are higher than in any year on record other than 2021, even when adjusted for inflation, according to the Ohio Housing Finance Agency's 2023 Ohio Housing Needs Assessment. That report shows that more than 1 million Ohioans live in households that sp...

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The Hugo Boss Foundation Welcomes Its First Long-Term Partner Coral Gardeners

The HUGO BOSS Foundation joins forces with Coral Gardeners, a non-profit organization that focuses on coral restoration and ocean preservation in French Polynesia, Fiji, and soon also in Thailand. Launched in 2023, the HUGO BOSS Foundation is driven by the purpose to be “Bold for the Planet”, supporting climate and environmental protection initiatives around the world. The foundation plans to donate an amount of EUR 1.8 million to Coral Gardeners over multiple years to support their missio...

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IKEA furniture destroys some of Europe's last remaining ancient forests

Furniture manufacturers producing for IKEA are sourcing wood from some of Europe's last remaining old-growth forests in the Romanian Carpathians, including in Natura 2000 protected areas, new report finds. A Greenpeace investigation published today reveals that seven manufacturers producing IKEA's all-time favourite products, like INGOLF chairs or SNIGLAR baby cribs and beds for children, are linked to the destruction of high-conservation value forests.[1][2] At least 30 different products...

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Ford Foundation Invests in Cohort of Artists Working to Protect Civic Space Around the World

The Ford Foundation announced its latest grantmaking initiative, “Creativity and Civic Space,” which addresses the importance of protecting and expanding civic space across the globe. With a total commitment of $ 1.25M, the initiative awards grants, communications, and convening support to 9 artists and organizations from diverse backgrounds, all of whom are working tirelessly in their regions to create open spaces and dialogues about the issues that affect their communities most.ï¿½ Artists...

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Brazil and Colombia See Dramatic Reductions in Forest Loss, But New Fronts Keep Tropical Rates High

Primary forest loss declined significantly in Brazil and Colombia in 2023, though tropical rates remained stubbornly consistent with recent years, according to new data from the University of Maryland's GLAD Lab and available on World Resource Institute's Global Forest Watch platform. Dramatic progress in Brazil and Colombia highlights the strength of political will and policy shifts in protecting forests. ï¿½ However, the world remains far off track to reach its 2030 goals – in 2023, th...

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H&M Move and Women Win team up to promote gender equity through sports

H&M Move's community program Move Together supports young people by helping them to overcome barriers and find a sense of belonging where they can thrive and move together. The local organisations involved in this partnership are based in Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Jordan, Mexico, South Africa, and UK. They all share a common goal and use football as a main tool to drive positive change, together with for example developing leadership skills, building self-confidence, and providing p...

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Sesame Workshop Launches New Resources in Celebration of Autism Acceptance Month

Sesame Workshop, the global impact nonprofit behindï¿½ Sesame Street, released new resourcesï¿½in celebration of Autism Acceptance Month. These free resources in English and Spanish aim to help autistic children and their families build confidence and self-determination skills, while also fostering understanding and acceptance of autism among all children and adults. The new resources are part of theï¿½ Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children ï¿½initiative. They add to the wealth of...

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Treating cancer when neither chemotherapy nor transplant works

Digital games can have a positive impact on children's well-being

G7 coal phase out commitment in first half of 2030s would be too little, too late

Chelsea Foundation appoints chief executive

Three UK partners with Internet Matters

Cepsa Joins PATIO Campus to Drive Innovation in Energy Sector

Boeing Donates $ 100,000 to Support Tornado Recovery and Relief Efforts in Louisiana

Expedia Group Announces Two New Sustainable Travel Programs for Destinations

Shara: starting from scratch at 19

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Kodiak Properties Launches Innovative Initiative to Address Affordable Housing Crisis in Ohio

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Ford Foundation Invests in Cohort of Artists Working to Protect Civic Space Around the World

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H&M Move and Women Win team up to promote gender equity through sports

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