10 things you need to know today: August 30, 2023 The week
Author: Ebrahim
Why do the lives of the victims of the Titan submarine matter more than those of the migrants killed in the boat tragedy in Greece?In June, two horrific tragedies occurred just three days apart – a coincidence that exposed the glaring hypocrisy of the world’s response: Hundreds of people died fleeing danger sank without a trace, but five who sought him were revered and mourned. The Titan submersible began its descent three days after a fishing trawler sank off the coast of Greece with 750 people on board (Photo by Ocean Gate/Handout/Anadolu Agency via Getty) The sea sent a scary…
OLMSTED FALLS, Ohio — Everything is Greek to me.And no one wanted it any other way at the Olmsted Falls Greek Festival last week.The Nafpaktian Cultural Foundation, located on Brookside Drive, hosted the event for the third year. George Mastrokostas, president of the foundation, said it was one of its main events.“This event gives us the opportunity to raise funds to help children of Greek descent pay for their high school and university expenses. We are grateful to all our volunteers and those who come,” he said.According to its website, the foundation originated in Sterea Ellas, a part of central…
Police stand next to part of a missile that landed on a street in a Russian strike in kyiv. Russia launched ‘massive’ attack on Kyiv overnight, Ukrainian official says Russia carried out a “massive” attack on the Ukrainian capital, Kiev, on Tuesday evening using drones and missiles, Serhii Popko, head of the Kyiv city military administration, said on Wednesday. “kyiv has not seen such a powerful attack since spring,” Popko wrote on Telegram. Popko said that several groups of drones flew towards Kyiv “from different directions”, and missiles were then launched towards the city from Tu-95MS strategic bombers. Air defense…
Twenty young Australians of Cretan origin returned from their tour of Greece full of enthusiasm and unforgettable memories of Greece. It was the first time that third generation Cretans from Australia and New Zealand came together to form the first national dance group under the Cretan Federation of Australia and New Zealand. Dance teacher Paul Spanoudakis coordinated everyone for several months. They then met their peers in Crete and proved that traditions and customs held firm in the diaspora. For many it was the first visit to their roots. But it won’t be the last, judging by their enthusiasm to…
New Delhi: Kajol found herself in the spotlight when her comments against Indian leaders went viral on the internet. Kajol finally spoke out after receiving heavy criticism for his comments about “leaders without vision”. The actress pointed out that some political leaders did not have a college degree, which infuriated many people. On the other hand, many people have defended it, saying that education is the key to moving the country forward. On Saturday night, the actress took to Twitter to explain her remark, but did not offer an official apology. Kajol, speaking to The Quint on women’s empowerment in…
By Paul Iddon, Yasmine Issa and Robert Edwards The British Museum in London, one of the world’s largest exhibitors of historical and cultural objects, is mired in a controversy over the theft of valuables from its collections and the failure of museum officials to properly investigate , which forced its director to resign. The irony of the British Museum being robbed has not escaped nations around the world who have long accused the institution of displaying – and refusing to return – a vast amount of treasure looted during centuries of British imperial expansion. The controversy has once again raised…
The call for applications is now open Prices up to $10,000 to be awarded to local contractors BRIDGEPORT, Connecticut., July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ — M&T Bank, in partnership with the University of Bridgeportis proud to announce the continuation of its groundbreaking initiative designed to foster the growth and success of multicultural small businesses across the Bridgeport area. Starting today, small business owners and entrepreneurs can apply to participate in M&T’s 2nd program.sd Bridgeport Multicultural Small Business Lab. In this comprehensive eight-week program, eligible participants will have access to invaluable resources and support to grow their business and compete for cash…
The integration of the Middle East as a group of countries in a region is important, including sovereign states with a “shared and common interest”, Saudi Arabia’s Ambassador to the United States, Princess Reema bint Bandar Al Saud, to the Jewish Insider news site. “Integration means our people working together, our businesses working together and our young people thriving. »His comments were made during the Aspen Ideas Festival. On the one hand, even though she did not mention Israel, it may serve as an example of how the debate over Saudi-Israeli relations has become mainstream, seeming to be constantly in…
Idalia strengthened into a hurricane early Tuesday on its perilous journey to Florida’s Gulf Coast, where it is expected to make landfall with powerful storm surge and strong winds. Also in the news: An incumbent Democratic governor faces off against a Republican attorney general in the Kentucky gubernatorial race and Coco Gauff bounced back to victory on day one of the US Open.🙋🏼♀️ I am Nicole Fallert, Author of the daily briefing. Aren’t paper straws so eco-friendly??Now it’s gone with Tuesday’s news.Idalia is now a Category 1 hurricane as it progresses towards the Gulf Coast of FloridaFlorida residents loaded sandbags…