Ukraine will build new interconnectors and strengthen ties with liquefied natural gas terminals with the framework of the Three Seas Initiative (TSI). Source: press service of the Ministry of Energy of Ukraine Details: Ukraine considers the options of deepening the power cooperation within the framework of the Three Seas Initiative geopolitical alliance which will facilitate […]
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Russia retains initiative on battlefield in Ukraine, with no major gains – Estonia’s General Staff
Commenting on the situation on the battlefield in Ukraine at a briefing on 2 February, Colonel Eero Rebo, Chief of the General Staff of the Estonian Defence Forces, has noted that Russian forces retained the initiative in ground operations, although without significant advances. Source: Estonian public broadcaster ERR, as reported by European Pravda Details: Rebo […]
Why Minnesota’s biggest development initiative starts with Black home ownership
For more than a year, the Twin Cities nonprofit community, elected leaders and bankers have been working on a development initiative that may ultimately be valued around $5 billion, the largest in absolute dollars that the region has ever seen. Called the GroundBreak Coalition and coordinated by the Minneapolis-based McKnight Foundation, approximately 40 banks, nonprofits […]
Equal Justice Initiative hunger relief program feeds Alabamians
One day in early fall of 2023, Montgomery resident Kimberly Brown stood outside of her home wondering what she would do when temperatures dropped. The office where she worked was on the verge of bankruptcy and hadn’t paid her in two weeks. Her rent was due soon, her fridge was running low on fresh groceries […]
White House launches gun safety initiative with first lady Jill Biden
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House is trying to enlist school leaders to help spread the word about the importance of safely storing firearms to protect children. The new initiative will be unveiled Thursday in an event for school principals with first lady Jill Biden and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona. Also participating will be Stefanie […]
Tangipahoa Parish leaders combat illegal dumping with litter enforcement camera initiative
TANGIPAHOA PARISH, La. (WGNO) — Tangipahoa Parish leaders are trying to put a stop to illegal dumping as Parish President Robby Miller pledged to take a tough stand against litter and illegal dumping in the parish. Now, his administration is working to keep an eye on roads and dead ends known for illegal dumping. Man killed […]
OKC’s David Holt, US mayors announce international diplomatic initiative with coalition
Oklahoma City Mayor David Holt is helping lead a bipartisan coalition of American mayors and global leaders in raising awareness of international diplomacy’s effect on local communities, officials announced this week. The new partnership between the U.S. Global Leadership Coalition and the U.S. Conference of Mayors will allow both organizations to better showcase mayoral perspectives […]
‘We’ve been trying to do this for years:’ Will MS Legislature fix ballot initiative process?
The Mississippi House of Representatives plans to take up ballot-initiative reform as early as next week, but whether it will pass both chambers is still up in the air, according to several lawmakers. While no bill had been filed as of Friday afternoon, House Speaker Jason White said during that morning’s session he plans to […]
CARTEENS initiative implemented by Lake County Juvenile Court
Lawmakers’ education funding plans differ on raises, literacy initiative
Jan. 15—A challenging task awaits New Mexico lawmakers in the next 30 days: Reconciling three very different spending plans for K-12 public education. Schools are expected to receive at least $4 billion from the state in fiscal year 2025 — the single largest chunk of what is likely to be a record-high budget of more […]
This 3-Year Initiative Could See Big Returns for Long-Term Cruise Stock Investors
In the vast ocean of investment opportunities, Carnival Corp.‘s (NYSE: CCL) SEA Change Program stands out as a promising investment in the future. This three-year strategy — introduced in June 2023 — is a comprehensive approach aimed at bolstering Carnival’s financial health, as indicated by improvements in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA) […]
Former MPD detective selected as coordinator for sexual assault kit testing initiative
Jan. 3—MORGANTOWN — As it does every year, the Monongalia County Commission opened its first meeting of 2024 with a passing of the gavel. Sean Sikora will serve as the body’s president this year. Tom Bloom, who served as president in 2023, is up for reelection in November. Bloom confirmed Wednesday he will seek a […]