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Xavier University and Aruba government launch new courses and community awareness program to support elderly


Aruba: Xavier University Aruba has entered into an exciting partnership with the Aruba Ministry of Elderly Affairs, initiating an important program to address the unique needs of the elderly population in Aruba. The collaborative efforts were solidified through the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on January 22, in a meeting between Xavier University...

Madame Tussauds unveils Baba Ramdev wax figure in New Delhi


New York: In a grand celebration of Indian culture and yogic philosophy, Madame Tussauds New York, the premier destination for lifelike celebrity wax figures, has unveiled a new addition to its illustrious collection - the wax figure of the esteemed Yoga Guru, Baba Ramdev. The event, held in New Delhi, marks a new milestone in...

Mayor Adams, faith leaders launches citywide clergy collective


New York: New York City Mayor Eric Adams and a coalition of multi-faith leaders from across the city on January 31 launched the Citywide Clergy Collective, a group of 272 faith leaders committed to preventing gun violence in New York City, at the administration’s annual interfaith breakfast. Using a $1.5 million grant from the New...

GOPIO convention 2024 to discuss opportunities for diaspora


New Jersey: The Global Organization of People of Indian Origin (GOPIO) January 28 kicked off preparation to launch GOPIO 2024 Global Convention of People of Indian Origin at the Royal Albert Palace in New Jersey. The convention is scheduled for April 26-28. The theme of the convention is ‘Opportunities for Diaspora Indians in India’s Big...

Celebrating 30th anniversary of both Shanti Fund and Long Island Multi Faith Forum


Arvind Vora, Chairman of the Long Island Multi Faith Forum and the Shanti Fund welcomed the presenters, Volunteers of Shanti Fund, Members of Long Island Multi Faith Forum, and guests. He indicated that Mahatma Gandhi was stickler of punctuality and as such two events held here - Gandhi Punya Tithi on January 30th and...

Ronak Jani joins External Advisory Board of University of California Merced


Merced, CA: The University of California Merced (UC Merced) has announced the appointment of Ronak M. Jani of The Jani Group of Companies to its External Advisory Board. Jani brings a wealth of experience and expertise in the finance industry to this esteemed university, which provides strategic guidance and counsel to the university leadership. Jani...

NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan redesigned as a baby-friendly hospital


New York, NY: NYC Health + Hospitals/Metropolitan has once again achieved the highly prestigious international “Baby-Friendly” designation after a rigorous review process conducted by Baby-Friendly USA, the organization responsible for bestowing this certification in the United States. The designation recognizes hospitals that encourage and promote breastfeeding and mother-baby bonding. Metropolitan Hospital earned its first...

The state of our city: You can make it here


By Eric Adams Last week, in the Bronx, the borough where hip hop was born, I reported to New Yorkers on the state of our city. When our administration came into office 24 months ago, we had a clear mission: protect public safety, rebuild our economy, and make this city more livable for New Yorkers. Two years...

Biden calls Trump a ‘loser’ in Florida


Jupiter, Fla.: Donald Trump’s private jet, emblazoned with his last name in bold white letters, was parked nearby when Air Force One landed in Florida, where President Joe Biden labeled his predecessor and potential opponent in this year’s campaign as a “loser” while raising money Tuesday for his reelection. It was a typical jab from Biden, but it came...