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United Nations binding treaty on business and human rights: FIDHs position ahead of the 10th negotiation session

For more than a decade, the International Federation for Human Rights (FIDH) and its members have been calling for a legally binding instrument that can eliminate major gaps in the protection of human rights from corporate human rights abuses and violations. As the tenth anniversary of United Nations (UN) negotiations on the matter approaches, FIDH releases a new position on the substance and methodology needed to achieve a strong and effective Binding Treaty.
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Investcorp Expands U.S. Student Housing Portfolio with Four Acquisitions at Flagship Universities

Investcorp, a leading global alternative investment firm, today announced that it has completed four student housing acquisitions totaling nearly 3,000 beds for a gross transaction cost of over $300 million. The investments strengthen Investcorp’s student housing presence in key college markets and advances the firm’s strategy to build a diversified portfolio of off-campus housing at flagship state universities across the country.
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New IRPP research shows emissions pricing has little effect on affordability

Montreal 鈥 Emissions pricing policies such as the federal fuel charge and the B.C. carbon tax have had a minimal impact on inflation, contributing less than 0.5 per cent to increases in consumer prices since 2019, according to a new study from the Institute for Research on Public Policy . That鈥檚 a small fraction of the more than 19 per cent rise in prices over that period.
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NSEIT Technology Business Rebrands as NuSummit, Ushering in a New Era of Global Innovation

A leading technology solutions provider NSEIT today announced the rebranding of its technology business to NuSummit, marking a transformative milestone in the company’s evolution as a strategic services provider with deep domain expertise. NuSummit, backed by leading global alternative investment firm Investcorp, aims to establish itself as a modern, global technology powerhouse committed to driving digital transformation across the BFSI sector and other industries.
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Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School Cardiology Chief Honored by The American Association of Cardiologists of Indian Origin

Partho P. Sengupta, MD, DM, FACC, FASE , has been honored by The American Association of Cardiologists of Indian Origin (AACIO) at its annual scientific meeting in Chicago. Dr. Sengupta is a Henry Rutgers Professor of Cardiology, Chief of Cardiovascular Medicine at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School (Rutgers RWJMS), and the Chief of Division of Cardiology at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital (RWJUH).
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Valia Fashion: The key to a smarter, faster, greener production process

Find out how Valia Fashion, our groundbreaking intelligent digital platform for fashion, harnesses the full power of Industry 4.0 technologies to redefine what’s possible in fashion manufacturing.
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Vilmers elevates the Furniture On Demand experience with Valia Furniture

GO TO... Streamlining customization with digital solutions.
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Lectra
Ciena Announces Lawton W. Fitt as Independent Chair of Board of Directors

Ciena ® Corporation (NYSE: CIEN) announced the appointment of Lawton W. Fitt as independent Chair of Ciena's Board of Directors, effective December 11, 2024. Concurrently, Patrick H. Nettles, Ph.D., stepped down as Executive Chair, in connection with his decision not to stand for re-election at the end of his term at Ciena’s 2025 Annual Meeting of Stockholders, at which time he will retire. Dr. Nettles will continue in his role as a member of Ciena’s Board of Directors until that time and provide support to Ms.
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Alabama Local 2003 Brings Holiday Happiness to Families Facing Child Cancer Diagnoses

For the fifth year in a row, IAM Local 2003 made a charitable donation on Thanksgiving to the Ronald McDonald House and Children’s Hospital of Mobile, Ala., two organizations that are close to the Local’s heart.
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NJEDA Releases Opt-In Documents for Municipalities to Participate in Garden State C-PACE Program

TRENTON, N.J. (December 12, 2024) – The New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) has published municipality opt-in documents to participate in the Garden State Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) Program. The program will allow commercial property owners in Participating Municipalities to access a new form of financing to undertake energy efficiency, water conservation, renewable energy, and resiliency improvements.
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New rector: The University of Copenhagen can deliver even more to the world

Changing of guard Professor and Prorector David Dreyer Lassen is the new rector of the University of Copenhagen from 1 March 2025.
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New FTC Data Show Skyrocketing Consumer Reports About Game-Like Online Job Scams

New Federal Trade Commission complaint data show a sharp spike in online job scams that require consumers to repeat sets of tasks, which tracks closely with an increase in reported losses to job scams overall.
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New Law Enhances Federal Building Security: Improving Federal Building Security Act of 2024 Passes Congress

By George Sewell, Government Relations Coordinator, Security Industry Association on December 12, 2024 Legislation Share:
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KEHE DISTRIBUTORS RENEWS, EXPANDS CORPORATE HQ AT NAPERVILLE CORPORATE CENTER

Press Releases Wholesale Food Distributor Commits to Long-Term Lease Totaling 91,000 SF
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Hormel Foods Announces Appointment of Mike Clausman as Vice President, Deputy General Counsel and Assistant Secretary

Tags Leadership Careers.
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Capacity Restoration Program Begins in Pitt County Detention Center

MEDIA ADVISORY — The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services in partnership with the Pitt County Sheriff’s Office will hold a press conference at 1:30 p.m.
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InspireMD Announces Expected Retirement of its CFO Craig Shore and CFO Transition in 2025

Mr. Shore will remain as CFO until his successor is appointed and will assist in a smooth and orderly transition.
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Plastics Industry Association Announces 2024 Future Leaders in Plastics Member of the Year

Washington, DC, — The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) has named Katie Vorel, Senior Manager of Environment, Health, Safety, and Quality at  Nexus Circular , as the 2024  Future Leaders in Plastics  (FLiP) Member of the Year. This honor celebrates a plastics industry professional who exemplifies exceptional engagement, leadership, and dedication to the FLiP program’s community. The award highlights Katie’s outstanding contributions, positive impact, and commitment to advancing FLiP’s initiatives throughout the year.
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Elektrobit provides SDV roadmap at CES 2025, with open source from cloud to cockpit

Elektrobit to showcase expanded line of open-source and virtual software development solutions, and unveil the industry’s roadmap to the software-defined vehicle.
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New CNAS Research Proposes Solutions to Secure AI Chip Supply Chain

Washington, December 11, 2024 – Today, the Center for a New American Security (CNAS) released Technology to Secure the AI Chip Supply Chain: A Working Paper, by Tim Fist, Tao Burga, and Vivek Chilukuri.
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Disaster Unemployment Assistance Application Deadline Extended for Counties Impacted by Severe Storms and Flooding in July

SPRINGFIELD  – The Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES) announced today the Disaster Unemployment Assistance (DUA) application deadline for eligible individuals in Cook, Fulton, Henry, St. Clair, Washington, Will, and Winnebago Counties who were impacted by severe storms, tornadoes, straight-line winds, and flooding in July has been extended through December 13, 2024.
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Zamorano Selects Ellucian Banner SaaS to Modernize University Technology Operations and Strengthen Academic Excellence

Best-in-class cloud-based student information system to streamline digital infrastructure, improve user experiences at innovative institution leading in agricultural education.
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CompTIA Tech+ certification validates foundational digital skills to launch rewarding careers in tech

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill.  – CompTIA , the nonprofit association for the information technology (IT) industry and workforce, today released a new vendor-neutral certification designed to empower individuals with the broad foundational digital skills they need to launch and build rewarding tech careers across multiple industries.
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FactSet and MT Newswires Strengthen Relationship to Power Financial News and AI Capabilities

Newswires’ addition m arks the first external data provider within the FactSet Intelligent Platform Initiative  
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ALPA Urges Congress to Prioritize Modernization of Air Traffic Control to Meet Rising Aviation Demands

WASHINGTON— Testifying before the Senate Commerce, Science, and Transportation’s Aviation Safety Subcommittee on U.S. Air Traffic Control Systems, Personnel and Safety, Capt. Jason Ambrosi, president of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), outlined how implementing new and expanding existing communications, navigation and surveillance technologies with air traffic management systems will ease the burden placed on flight crews and improve the safety of our skies. 
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