Strategies to reach the poorest must be adapted to the context of each country, taking into account the latest data and analysis, as well as the needs of the population. How the world responds to today’s major challenges will have a direct impact on whether current trends in global poverty reduction can be reversed.The World Bank recommends a complementary two-track approach: responding effectively to the urgent near-term crisis, while continuing to focus on core development issues, including conflict and climate change.Bridging the gap between political aspirations and achievementsToo often, there is a huge gap between policies as formulated and their…
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Brandon Hobson’s remarkable and moving novel, Where the dead speak, follows 15-year-old Sequoyah as he becomes the adopted child of Harold and Agnes Troutt, a middle-aged couple already taking in 13-year-old George and 17-year-old Rosemary. Sequoyah becomes friends with Rosemary through their shared Native American heritage: he is Cherokee, she Kiowa. Sequoyah also learns of Harold’s illegal sportsbook business from his adopted siblings, and of the lure of Harold’s hidden bags of rolled up hundred dollar bills, safely stored in a backyard shed, tempt the three children with the possibility of trouble, excess and freedom. Hobson, a member of the…
New Jersey, New York, Delaware, Maryland, and Pennsylvania history buffs: You think you know black history, American history, the history that happened in your respective states.Here are 20 facts to test your knowledge of Mid-Atlantic Black American history. (Hint: no Google search.)New JerseyWhich black baseball player from New Jersey was the first to win the Rookie of the Year, Most Valuable Player and Cy Young awards in his career?A.Willie BanksB. Larry DobyC. Don NewcombeWho is the black astronaut whose name appears on a high school in New Jersey’s second largest city, Jersey City?A. Guion BlufordB. Mae JemisonC.Ronald McNairWhich New Jersey…
Sani Development and Tourism Company SA was on Monday declared the highest bidder for the development of the Sani-Kassandra property in the Chalkidiki Peninsula by the Hellenic Republic Asset Development Fund (HRADF), a member company of the Growth Fund- National Fund, reports ANA. . The HRADF board estimated the value to be €8.6 million. The property measures a total of 276,492.70 square meters and is located outside the municipal borders of the municipality of Kassandra in Central Macedonia. RELATED TOPICS: Greece, Greek tourism news, Tourism in Greece, The Greek Islands, Hotels in Greece, Travel to Greece, Greek destinations, Greek travel…
The American Hellenic Institute (AHI) will mark its Golden Jubilee with a concert by internationally renowned classical tenor Mario Frangoulis at the historic Warner Theater in Washington, DC, on Friday, April 12 at 8 p.m. Mario Frangoulis, born in Africa and raised in Greece, celebrated a milestone year in 2023, marking his 35th anniversary on stage. Discovered by Sir Cameron Mackintosh in 1988 and signed with Sony Classical New York, his international career took off, competing for the top three positions with Andrea Bocelli on the Billboard charts for 52 weeks. He continues to captivate audiences with 22 albums and…
The 44th annual Tiffin-Seneca Heritage Festival will feature live music, food and craft vendors and family activities throughout the weekend. TIFFIN, Ohio — Tiffin is celebrating its local history this weekend, while passing that appreciation on to the next generation. The 44th edition Tiffin-Seneca Heritage Festival kicked off Friday morning with its annual School Days, during which more than 400 local elementary students had the chance to interact with living history re-enactors. The organizers know how to arouse the interest of young minds. They must come together in hopes of helping these children become the next generation of local history…
What does it take to become a Latin American Mark Zuckerberg, or even just someone who makes a living running a business from their living room? The motivation to become an entrepreneur is not always money. Whether through programs designed to attract entrepreneurs – like Start-Up Chile in what is called Chilicón Valley-, or via training to develop a business model, or even some simple but timely advice, any incentive serves to transform great ideas into lucrative businesses. Young people choose to become entrepreneurs for various reasons. According to Global Entrepreneurship Monitornearly two in three Latin American entrepreneurs are motivated…
GREECE, NY — The Grece Ridge Mall will soon be home to new businesses, including an athletic clothing and shoe store and the highly anticipated Wingstop.The mall announced the arrival of JD Sports to the mall on Thursday. To make room, the mall is renovating the space occupied by Hot Topic, which will move to a space next to the mall.Additionally, Restocked is moving to the neighboring Dubai Jewelers space at the mall in early August. Right now, it’s across the street from Jim’s house. Restocked will operate at the new location throughout the back-to-school period.The mall confirms that Wingstop…
In March, the vibrant celebration of Greek American Heritage Month, also recognized as Hellenic Heritage Month, captivates hearts and minds across the United States. This month-long commemoration, culminating on March 25, coincides with the national independence day of Greece. At the intersection of history and culture, this article delves into the deep roots of Greek Americans, weaving a narrative that transcends time and space. History of GreeceDon Doroteo Teodoro, sailor of the Narváez expedition, etched his name in history when he landed in Boca Ciega Bay in 1528, marking the first recorded Greek presence in the United States. Despite the…
Hellenic Boston Businesses Unite (HBBU) hosted its first Winter White Gala on February 3 at the Oakley Country Club in Watertown and raised funds for the Metro Boston Camp and the SOTIR Center. The dynamic event, hosted by HBBU, a recently launched nonprofit organization that strives to unite New England-based Greek businesses and professionals in altruistic acts motivated by honor and “philotimo,” hosted over 65 guests who enjoyed the music of Salonica Boys and participated in a silent auction to support the children of the Metropolis of Boston Camp (MBC) and the SOTIR Center in Thessaloniki, Greece. “There is a…