Tag: World Business

BUCHAREST, Romania, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Nov. 21, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In the heart of Romania, a country rich in art, history, culture, heritage and natural beauty, the Scientology Volunteer Ministers launched their European Goodwill Tour to share practical solutions to help people change their lives for the better.

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands, Nov. 2, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- According to the European Center for the Development of Vocational Training, an agency focused on EU policy on vocational education and training, in 2018, one in ten 12-year-olds and one in six 5-year-olds in the Netherlands struggled with reading and writing in Dutch. Furthermore, the European Union's Court of Audit's 2016 report highlighted that around 2.5 million Dutch people face literacy problems or lack basic numeracy skills needed for everyday tasks.

GEORGETOWN, Guyana, July 18, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In a landmark announcement during the 2024 Concordia Amazonas Summit last week, President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali revealed plans to double Guyana's protected areas, currently covering around 8.4% of the country's landmass, within 18 months. The announcement was made during the opening dinner of the Summit at the president's home, featuring President Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali along with H.E. Iván Duque, Former President of the Republic of Colombia and Chair of the Concordia Amazonas Initiative, Matthew Swift, Co-Founder, President & CEO of Concordia, and Vickram Bharrat, Minister of Natural Resources, Guyana.

PRAGUE, Czech Republic, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "Drug manufacturers, drug pushers and drug distributors are becoming more sophisticated," says Lukáš Bechyně, executive director of the Say No to Drugs-Say Yes to Life Association, an affiliate of the Foundation for a Drug-Free World. He and his team of drug prevention activists have just finished their 12-day Drug-Free Czech Cyclo-Run, which celebrates its 20th anniversary this year.

PRAGUE, Czech Republic, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., June 5, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Lukáš Bechyně is no stranger to challenging situations. At 19, he qualified to compete as a pole vaulter in the International Amateur Athletic Federation World Championships. But after an injury sidelined him, he began to experiment with drugs, and that nearly defeated him. Now, as executive director of the Say No to Drugs, Say Yes to Life Association of the Czech Republic, an affiliate of Foundation for a Drug-Free World, he is engaged in another kind of competition - reaching Czech youth with the truth about drugs before they begin to experiment with harmful substances.

RIO GRANDE DO SUL, Brazil, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., May 23, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Nearly a month since torrential rains triggered flooding, submerging much of the state of Rio Grande do Sul in Brazil, Scientology Volunteer Ministers continue to help disaster response agencies cope with the unprecedented destruction. While media are reporting 150 people have perished from the flood, those on the ground report the casualty rate is far higher.

AMSTERDAM, The Netherlands, May 13, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Landrovers are introducing their fully customized, high performance electric classic Defender. A brand-new Defender, built on an original chassis, has 600 horsepower and 4 in-wheel motors. This beauty accelerates to 60MpH in 5 seconds and has a range of 375 miles. Just like all Land Rovers that are produced by this Dutch company, the interior and exterior are fully customized.

VIENNA, Austria, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 30, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This Easter, the Say No to Drugs volunteers of Vienna extend their wish for a bright, healthy future for local children. They've packed their Easter baskets with copies of The Truth About Drugs booklets to give youngsters the information they need to decide for themselves to live drug-free.

LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 26, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Persian American Civic Action Network [PACAN] is a nonprofit dedicated to empowering Iranian-Americans for civic engagement and activism for the restoration of diplomatic relations between the United States and a free, democratic, and secular Iran. PACAN is excited to announce their 3rd annual fundraising Gala to celebrate the Centennial of the Imperial Iranian Air Force (IIAF).

VIENNA, Austria, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., March 14, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civil Defense Day is marked every year on March 1st. It is a time to share information that can help shield individuals and property from natural disasters, accidents, and other crises. Trained in technology developed by Scientology Founder L. Ron Hubbard, Scientology Volunteer Ministers have helped countless victims recover from the emotional and spiritual stress and trauma of disaster.

CUIABA, Brazil, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 22, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Growing up surrounded by gangs, crime, and violence that plagued his neighborhood in Cuiabá, Brazil, in the '80s and '90s, Diogenes Luiz de Oliveira tried to escape from that life by using and trafficking drugs. Now, he uses his own story and the drug education materials of Foundation for a Drug-Free World to help keep kids out of the trap that consumed and nearly destroyed his life.

QUITO, Ecuador, and LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 20, 2024 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Built on the foundations of an ancient Incan city on the equator - the "center of the world" - named a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its art, cultural treasures and architectural marvels, Quito is a thriving metropolis of breathtaking beauty and year-round sunshine. And on February 17, the city added another distinction to its profile with the opening of the first Ideal Church of Scientology Mission in Ecuador.

TORONTO, Ontario, Aug. 30, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Introducing Bubblegum Kids- a sugar-free gum with that classic bubblegum flavor, offering a nostalgic journey back to the carefree days of childhood with every delightful chew. Guided by their passion for bubblegum, Oliver and Zach Hyman embarked on a mission to craft a high-quality, health-conscious alternative to traditional bubblegum.

QUEENSLAND, Australia, Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Emerging author Dewalt du Plessis introduces readers to his mesmerizing imagination and world-building skills in his debut novel, "Ash Moonlight" (ISBN: 978-0228886617; July, 2022). Originally conceived as song lyrics, "Ash Moonlight" has blossomed into a captivating tale set in a post-apocalyptic world. In this era, following The Great Star Fall, the once-kindled bonds of unity have been replaced by mounting tensions between the Ahusaka and Dyenie tribes.

TORONTO, Ontario, Canada, Aug. 21, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A fantastical story set in a world where paladins are heroes and the champions of the gods finds itself in the shadow of a looming threat. Their only choice? To rely on the services of an uneducated, incapable and stubborn paladin named Krell, whose adventures we follow again in the fantasy novel "Futility of Defense" (ISBN: 978-0228892243; July, 2023) by Bryan Cole, the second book in the "A Paladin's Journey" series.

PENANG, Malaysia, Aug. 15, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Timeshare Cancellation Mastery, an innovative venture led by Wayne C. Robinson, a seasoned expert in the timeshare industry, has successfully completed its pilot program, marking a pivotal moment in the realm of timeshare cancellation solutions. With over 220 enthusiastic timeshare owners enrolled in their cutting-edge timeshare cancellation course, Robinson's brainchild is poised to redefine the industry.

MEXICO CITY, Mexico, July 12, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On the anniversary of the July 2010 dedication of their Church, Mexico City Scientologists share what they love most about their megacity and their passion for helping their community.

SYDNEY, Australia, July 7, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Sloan Blecher's literary fiction novel "The Shadow" (ISBN: 978-0228888840; June, 2023) is a heartbreaking story told in a heartwarming way of a family's struggles when a new family moves next door. "The Shadow," Blecher's first novel, was released in 2023 and is now available on Amazon, Booktopia, and Barnes & Noble.

TORONTO, Ontario, June 20, 2023 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Mikayla Rose, a talented and promising English graduate, has unveiled her remarkable debut young adult novel, "When June Met July" (IBSN: 978-0228882497; April 2023). This gripping tale takes readers on an emotional journey through the complexities of love, friendship, and the challenges of navigating life's unexpected twists.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. and BUDAPEST, Hungary, June 7, 2023, (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Scientology Network's VOICES FOR HUMANITY - the weekly series presenting heroic change makers from a variety of faiths, cultures and nations working to uplift their communities - announces a new episode featuring the work of activists fighting psychiatric abuse János Dobos and Klára Hídvégi, premiering June 7, 2023.