WW II

U.S. Philanthropist Howard G. Buffett Makes 'Moonshot' Investment of $33M to Clear Landmines in Ukraine

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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The Foundation's investment is the single largest philanthropic donation in support of humanitarian landmine clearance in Ukraine.

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  • The Foundation's investment is the single largest philanthropic donation in support of humanitarian landmine clearance in Ukraine.
  • The combined impact of these measures will help to accelerate progress with clearance across the most heavily mined areas of Ukraine.
  • Technology funded by the Howard G. Buffett Foundation will play a key role in this process.
  • The Foundation's investment is provided across three grants, one of which is focused on establishing HALO's Ukraine programme as a centre for innovation in mechanical landmine clearance.

University of Phoenix hosts Educational Equity Webinar Highlighting Diversity of United States Military Servicemembers During World War II

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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University of Phoenix is holding the newest webinar in its Educational Equity Webinar Series, titled “Force Multiplier: Diversity in Service of our country in World War II,” on November 16, 2023, at 11:00am AZT.

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  • University of Phoenix is holding the newest webinar in its Educational Equity Webinar Series, titled “Force Multiplier: Diversity in Service of our country in World War II,” on November 16, 2023, at 11:00am AZT.
  • “The panel discussion aims to facilitate a deeper understanding of the ways servicemembers experience aspects of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Belonging in country’s military environments,” states Tondra Richardson, MBA, director of Student Diversity & Inclusion at University of Phoenix, and a host of the series.
  • For 30 years, Olano served the United States of America as a civilian broadcaster for the Department of Defense.
  • The Educational Equity Webinar Series is part of a series of events with which the OEE engages aiming to foster cultural awareness, thought leadership and community alliances to promote and sustain educational equity and diversity initiatives.

Bombshells Starts New Expansion with Opening Today of 13th Location in Stafford, TX

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023
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HOUSTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) is proud to announce the opening today of Bombshells Restaurant and Bar in the Houston suburb of Stafford.

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  • HOUSTON, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- RCI Hospitality Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RICK) is proud to announce the opening today of Bombshells Restaurant and Bar in the Houston suburb of Stafford.
  • "We want Bombshells to be the ultimate experience for casual dining, sports viewing, music, and fun in Stafford," said David Simmons, Director of Restaurant Operations.
  • "Everything about Bombshells is big, proud, and community-friendly, with a great respect for our military, past and present."
  • Bombshells is community friendly and involved, often supporting local children's sports teams.

First Bombshells Restaurant & Bar Franchise Opens in San Antonio

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Monday, June 27, 2022
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Located at 8410 Texas Highway 151 near the interchange with I-410, Bombshells San Antonio employs 250 people and is the rapidly growing chain's 12th unit in Texas.

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  • Located at 8410 Texas Highway 151 near the interchange with I-410, Bombshells San Antonio employs 250 people and is the rapidly growing chain's 12th unit in Texas.
  • Plans were recently announced for three more company-owned units in the state in Stafford, Rowlett, and Lubbock and a franchise in Huntsville, AL.
  • "We want Bombshells to be the ultimate experience for casual dining, sports viewing, music, food, and fun in San Antonio," said David Simmons, Director of Restaurant Operations.
  • "Everything about Bombshells is big, proud, and community-friendly, with a great respect for our military, past and present."

Athens Mayor Presents Wreaths From Greece to Boston Athletic Association for Boston Marathon Winners

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Monday, April 18, 2022
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BOSTON, April 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the 40th Boston Marathon Wreath Ceremony, held at the Consulate General of Greece in Boston, Kostas Bakoyannis, Mayor of Athens, Greece, presented four olive branch wreaths from Greece to the Boston Athletic Association, which will be used to crown the winners of Monday's 126th running of the Boston Marathon.

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  • BOSTON, April 17, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- At the 40th Boston Marathon Wreath Ceremony, held at the Consulate General of Greece in Boston, Kostas Bakoyannis, Mayor of Athens, Greece, presented four olive branch wreaths from Greece to the Boston Athletic Association, which will be used to crown the winners of Monday's 126th running of the Boston Marathon.
  • These wreaths connect Athens with the Boston Marathon and the ideals of democracy and peace," said Bakoyannis.
  • His 1946 Boston Marathon victory, over renowned marathoner Johnny Kelley, is still considered one of the most memorable in Boston Marathon history.
  • The following day, at the opening ceremonies of the 2022 Boston Marathon, the Mayor of Athens presented the BAA with the gold-plated wreaths.

Wreaths From Greece Presented for Boston Marathon Winners

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Saturday, October 9, 2021
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BOSTON, Oct. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Consul General of Greece, Stratos Efthymiou, presented four golden olive branch wreaths tonight to the Boston Athletic Association during the Boston Marathon Opening Ceremony.

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  • BOSTON, Oct. 09, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Consul General of Greece, Stratos Efthymiou, presented four golden olive branch wreaths tonight to the Boston Athletic Association during the Boston Marathon Opening Ceremony.
  • The wreaths will crown the winners of Monday's 125th Boston Marathon.
  • "We are very honored to present these four olive wreaths, cut from the plains of Marathon, as a gift from Greece.
  • "For many years, the signature Boston Marathon champion's gold wreaths have been a symbol of athletic excellence and triumph here in Boston," said Dr. Michael P. O'Leary, Chairman of the Board of the Boston Athletic Association.

A Divine Message to the World, First Received During the Dark Days of WWII - Translator Nick Mezins Releases New Edition of Multivolume Spiritual Series: 'The Book of Tidings of The Almighty and His Spirits to Humanity'

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Friday, August 20, 2021
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Among the six volumes, Volume 1 'The Book of Tidings of The Almighty and His Spirits to Humanity' is presented in a new English translation.

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  • Among the six volumes, Volume 1 'The Book of Tidings of The Almighty and His Spirits to Humanity' is presented in a new English translation.
  • "These Tidings speak in man's language in people's words, and operate with concepts that are understandable to man.
  • Why is there intelligent life here on Earth, and how does humanity fit into the development of the cosmos?
  • Since his retirement, he has since dedicated himself to publishing and preserving "The Tidings" for future readers to ponder.