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Revive Therapeutics Enters into Worldwide Exclusive Agreement with Lawson Health Research Institute to Develop and Commercialize a Novel Long COVID Rapid Test

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 06, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Revive Therapeutics Ltd. (“Revive” or the “Company”) (OTCQB: RVVTF) (CSE: RVV) (FRANKFURT:31R), a specialty life sciences company focused on the research and development of therapeutics for medical needs and rare disorders, newly-formed subsidiary, Revive Diagnostics Inc., today announced that it has entered into a license agreement with Lawson Health Research Institute for the worldwide exclusive rights to novel blood biomarkers that characterize long COVID. The discovery of the biomarkers identified by a research team at Lawson, led by Dr. Douglas Fraser, was recently published in the journal, Molecular Medicine1. 

Key Points: 
  • Currently, there is no FDA-approved clinical diagnosis of long COVID and it is estimated to occur in at least 10% of severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2) infections.
  • Revive Therapeutics and Lawson will work together in completing the development of a qELISA laboratory test kit and a lateral flow assay point of care device for rapid testing of long COVID.
  • In addition, Revive Therapeutics will evaluate the potential of the long COVID test as a companion to Bucillamine – a potential treatment for long COVID disease.
  • Under the terms of the agreement, Revive Diagnostics Inc., a subsidiary of Revive Therapeutics, has gained exclusive worldwide rights to intellectual property for the development and commercialization of novel blood biomarkers that characterize long COVID disease.

THE DOUGHBOY FOUNDATION LAUNCHES BELLS OF PEACE 2023, AND ANNOUNCES BELLS OF PEACE @ THE WORLD WAR I MEMORIAL IN WASHINGTON D.C.

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023
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Bells of Peace @ the National WWI Memorial, will begin at 10:45 a.m. EST, with remarks by Dr. O'Connell, followed by a wreath ceremony.

Key Points: 
  • Bells of Peace @ the National WWI Memorial, will begin at 10:45 a.m. EST, with remarks by Dr. O'Connell, followed by a wreath ceremony.
  • The ceremony will continue with a moment of silence, then a commemorative reading.
  • "Echoing Taps" will then sound from multiple buglers who will play Taps from different corners of the WWI Memorial, concluding the ceremony.
  • To Watch the LIVE STREAM from the National WWI Memorial on 11/11 starting at 10:30 a.m. EST, please go to https://youtube.com/c/TheDoughboyFoundation .

University of Phoenix Issues White Paper Promoting an Academic Credit Mobility Culture During National Transfer Student Week

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Friday, October 20, 2023
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The white paper discusses higher education barriers based on historic policies, procedures, and beliefs that do not take the adult learner into account.

Key Points: 
  • The white paper discusses higher education barriers based on historic policies, procedures, and beliefs that do not take the adult learner into account.
  • The white paper shares how University of Phoenix has made significant investments in creating a credit mobility culture, including creating flexible policies and programs, embracing prior learning as a viable source of academic credit, improving clarity on transfer outcomes and options, removing barriers that impact student progression, and empowering students through relevant support services.
  • “My experience with University of Phoenix has been nothing less than spectacular,” Morales-Lynton shares.
  • She holds a bachelor’s degree in political science from University of Arizona and a Master of Arts in Education from University of Phoenix.

NetZero U-Turns Gives Hope to Taxpayers while Clarity on Reduced Climate Risk Relieves Eco-Anxiety says Friends of Science

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Thursday, September 28, 2023
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CALGARY, Alberta, Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As reported by Politico, Sept. 26, 2023, mounting discontent among voters augers badly for the EU Green Deal, says Friends of Science. The Sunak government in the UK is making a U-turn on climate policies, as reported by [The Guardian, Sept. 21, 2023. Politico reported Sept. 7, 2023, that Germany's gas boiler ban nearly destroyed Olaf Scholz's coalition government, but with staggering implementation costs for consumers, the people are saying 'no.' Sweden, long the bastion of climate neutrality and home to Greta Thunberg, abandoned its 100% renewable policy in June, as reported by the Western Standard, opening the door to more nuclear power.

Key Points: 
  • In the UK, Sweden and Germany, governments are making a U-turn from stringent NetZero policies as taxpayers clamor for relief, says Friends of Science Society.
  • The Sunak government in the UK is making a U-turn on climate policies, as reported by [The Guardian , Sept. 21, 2023.
  • A new documentary hosted by Kim Monson titled " A Climate Conversation " gives viewers a calm and nuanced understanding of climate science and a clear understanding of the astounding costs of proposed NetZero climate policy measures.
  • Prof. Jessica Weinkle reports her climate alarm, with her since childhood, went away when she learned more about climate science nuances and the confluence of science and politics.

World Petroleum Congress Offers NetZero Peak Oil Reality Check on 'Climate Denialism' says Friends of Science

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Thursday, September 21, 2023
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CALGARY, Ala., Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- As reported by the Calgary Herald, Sept. 18, 2023, opening remarks by Jonathan Wilkinson, Canada's Minister of Natural Resources, pushing for fossil fuel phase out to stop climate change, was met with fierce rejection by Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, says Friends of Science.

Key Points: 
  • Lyman's most recent report, " Let's Not Pursue "Peak Oil" – The Risks to Society of a Global Oil Shortfall Due to Climate Fear " addresses another popular topic at the World Petroleum Congress.
  • Only 7% of those polled are concerned about climate change, as discussed in this video explainer by Friends of Science Society.
  • Minister Wilkinson's push for NetZero is "Magical Thinking " that will not stop climate change, says Friends of Science Society.
  • It will cost Canada trillions of dollars, according to a Friends of Science assessment of the under-estimated Royal Bank Transition plan .

St Kitts and Nevis crowned as best destination to invest in according to 2023 CBI (CITIZENSHIP BY INVESTMENT) Index

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Friday, September 15, 2023
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Basseterre, Sept. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- St Kitts and Nevis has been recognised as the best CBI destination in the 2023 edition of the CBI Index, trumping 11 other countries with active citizenship by investment (CBI) programmes.

Key Points: 
  • Basseterre, Sept. 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- St Kitts and Nevis has been recognised as the best CBI destination in the 2023 edition of the CBI Index, trumping 11 other countries with active citizenship by investment (CBI) programmes.
  • The 2023 CBI Index noted that St Kitts and Nevis has been the most proactive CBI nation in the Caribbean when it comes to responding to security concerns raised by Western nations.
  • “I am thrilled to once again to have the St Kitts and Nevis CBI Programme recognised as the best in the industry,” said Michael Martin, Head of the St Kitts and Nevis Citizenship by Investment Unit.
  • “This recognition by the CBI Index is another confirmation of why St Kitts and Nevis should be the first choice for any global investor.

Trevor Jardine marks his publishing debut with the release of 'Their Names Shall Live Forever More'

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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SPRINGWOOD, Australia, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- New release "Their Names Shall Live Forever More" (published by Xlibris AU) is Trevor Jardine's contribution to Australian military history which specifically honours the men of the 60th Australian Infantry Battalion who demonstrated the qualities of resilience, determination, self-sacrifice, mateship, service to all, devotion to duty, and courage.

Key Points: 
  • The first part of the book extensively details the first year of existence of the 60th Australian Infantry Battalion.
  • Each man was someone's son, someone's brother, someone's relative, someone's friend, and possibly ... someone's sweetheart.
  • They were loved and cherished when they were alive and dearly missed after their death.
  • The second part of the book is an investigation concerning the "Needle Trench 10."

Switzerland Is No. 1 in the World, According to 2023 Best Countries Report

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- For the second consecutive year, Switzerland tops the overall list of the world's Best Countries, a rankings and analysis project by U.S. News & World Report; global marketing and communications services company WPP; and the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. 

Key Points: 
  • Now in its eighth year, the 2023 Best Countries analysis evaluates 87 countries across 73 attributes, using a methodology developed by WPP's BAV, the company's proprietary brand analytics tool.
  • Entrepreneurship is the most heavily weighted subranking this year, as determined by the most recent gross domestic product per capita data.
  • "The 2023 Best Countries rankings and report examine these perceptions as they relate to several qualitative characteristics, giving policymakers and residents of various nations a helpful glimpse into their country's perceived value."
  • Key themes from the 2023 Best Countries Survey and Report:
    As the world experiences record-breaking temperatures, most agree on the impact of climate change.

Black & Veatch Chosen for FEED Work on Proposed Ksi Lisims LNG Floating Natural Gas Project in Canada

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Monday, July 10, 2023
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The Ksi Lisims LNG project represents the next generation of LNG export design, re-inventing the industry for environmentally sensitive and greenhouse-gas constrained development situations.

Key Points: 
  • The Ksi Lisims LNG project represents the next generation of LNG export design, re-inventing the industry for environmentally sensitive and greenhouse-gas constrained development situations.
  • Developed jointly by Western LNG, the Nisga’a Nation and Rockies LNG, the project will be one of the most significant Indigenous-led infrastructure projects in Canadian history.
  • The project will use a floating LNG design that improves the project economics, minimizes land impacts and reduces construction-related risk.
  • “The Ksi Lisims LNG project team is delighted to be working with the world’s pre-eminent experts in floating LNG engineering and design,” said Davis Thames, president and CEO of Western LNG.

EQS-News: Natural Gas Should Be Part of the Discussion at Summit for a New Global Financing Pact (By NJ Ayuk)

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Thursday, June 22, 2023
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Global debt has risen sharply, and amid additional borrowing, it’s become tougher for developing and low-income countries to repay their debts.

Key Points: 
  • Global debt has risen sharply, and amid additional borrowing, it’s become tougher for developing and low-income countries to repay their debts.
  • Being able to level the playing field and to create new financing sources is an honorable and perhaps overdue goal.
  • Natural gas is a cleaner-burning fossil fuel than oil or coal, and it can play a significant role in reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
  • The fact is, African resources offer an avenue toward a greener and more prosperous future, and not just for Africa.