Author: Luhrs & Associates

M&T Charitable Foundation Awards Northern NJ Community Foundation a First-Time Grant for $20,000

Luhrs & Associates

(Hackensack, New Jersey; May 3, 2024) – The Northern New Jersey Community Foundation (NNJCF) announces a grant award of $20,000 from M&T Charitable Foundation.  This grant supports key programs and projects the NNJCF is undertaking: Green Infrastructure for Environmental Justice, Beyond the Wall, and Hackensack River Nation. “We thank M&T Charitable Foundation for their generous support of the Northern New Jersey Community Foundation and our work in the northern region of the state.  As a first-time recipient from M&T Charitable Foundation, this grant supports three critical areas: green infrastructure for environmental justice, the expansion…

League of Women Voters of Northern Valley’s Annual Meeting Will Discuss Ranked Choice Voting and Install New Board of Directors

Luhrs & Associates

(Eastern Bergen County, New Jersey; May 3, 2024) – The League of Women Voters of Northern Valley will hold its 78th Annual Meeting on Monday, May 20 at 6:00 p.m. and elect and install its 2024-2025 board of directors.  The meeting will be held at Vitale’s Restaurant, located at 293 Queen Anne Road in Teaneck, New Jersey.  A speaker from Voter Choice New Jersey will discuss Ranked Choice Voting (RCV).  Guests are welcome to attend.  The charge is $40 per person for dinner, with a cash bar available.  Registration and payment may be done online at https://lwv-of-northern-valley.constantcontactsites.com/store.  People wanting to…

Bukhara, Uzbekistan honors the Grand Mufti of India Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad

Markaz Media

Bukhara, Uzbekistan: In a momentous ceremony at the Sarafshon Convention Center in Bukhara, the Grand Mufti of India, Sheikh Abubakr Ahmad, was adorned in the traditional ‘Hirqatul Bukhariyyah’, a symbol of profound respect from the Muftis and Qazis of Central Asian nations. This gesture marks a historic occasion, as it is the first time a post-independent Indian Muslim scholar has been bestowed with such an honor in Central Asia. The Grand Mufti was honored for his invaluable contributions to the teaching and dissemination of the esteemed collection of Hadith, Sahih…

IOCUSA PR on K. Sudhakaran’s unilateral action in violation of AICC norms

IOC USA Press Release

The recent appointment of the OICC Global President by K. Sudhakaran is out of norms and protocols. The recent report circulating in the media that there is a ‘coronation’ of a new Global President for OICC sounds more like a unilateral and irrational action-based rather than a commitment to the norms and principles of the Congress party and its organization. If the report is accurate, it is simply done at the whims of a single individual whose grip on the state apparatus is fast slipping away, “said George Abraham, Vice-Chair of the Indian Overseas Congress, USA. Mr. Sam…

Bodour Al Qasimi: Mleiha National Park embodies Sharjah’s vision towards sustainability of resources and the historical heritage of the UAE

Naseel Muhammed

Following an Emiri Decree issued by the Ruler of Sharjah to transform Mleiha desert into Meliha National Park – a sustainability-focused reserve dedicated to protecting the area’s 200,000-year history and contributions Ahmed Al Qaseer: The park…demonstrates Sharjah’s commitment to protecting our national and historical treasures for UAE’s future generations. Highlighting the significant decision to transform Mleiha desert into a national park that will showcase the historic treasures of the region from 200,000 years ago, Sheikha Bodour bint Sultan Al Qasimi, Chairperson of the Sharjah Investment and Development Authority (Shurooq), has…

Discussions begin on implementing the DAC teaching model for differently-abled children in Oman

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Thiruvananthapuram: The unique teaching model for differently-abled children, developed by the Thiruvananthapuram-based Different Art Centre, will soon be implemented in Oman. Discussions in this regard began this week after the DAC teaching model was presented at the autism awareness programme organized under the aegis of Oman National University of Science and Technology. Oman Social Development Under Secretary Rashid Bin Ahmed Al Shamsi, National University of Science and Technology Vice Chancellor Dr. Prof. Ali Al Bimani, Autism Society Chairman Prof. Yahia Alfarisi, Gulfar Mohammadali, Indian Social Club Chairman Babu Rajendran, World…

Paris Saint-Germain wins the French league

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Paris: Paris Saint-Germain won the French league. Mbappe and his team have three games to go after second-placed Monaco lost 3-2 to Lyon on Sunday. PSG currently has a 12 point lead. This is PSG’s twelfth title and third in a row. Alexandre Lacazette, Said Ben Rahma and Malik Fofana scored for Lyon against Monaco. Wissam bin Yedder scored both goals for Monaco. After 31 matches, PSG has 70 points and Monaco has 58 points. 56 points for Brest in third place. Superstar Kylian Mbappe, who has participated in six…

20 years at Google; Sundar Pichai shares his happiness

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Indian origin Sundar Pichai has shared the joy of completing 20 years at Google through Instagram. He shared a glimpse of his 20-year journey on his Instagram post. Many people came to wish Sundar Pachai and praised Pichai’s dedication. Pichai’s journey with Google begins in 2004 after serving at McKinsey & Company. At Google, he not only oversaw the product management team, but also led innovations such as Chrome and Chrome OS. Pichai also played an important role in shaping Google Drive. His rise continued after then-CEO Larry Page appointed…

New Zealand squad for T20 World Cup announced; Kane Williamson will lead

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Wellington: New Zealand will be the first country to announce a 15-member squad for the ICC T20 World Cup in June between the US and the West Indies. Kane Williamson is the captain. Henty slotted into a seam bowling attack that included Trent Boult, Tim Southee and Lockie Ferguson. Rachin Ravindra, who performed well as an all-rounder for New Zealand in the last ODI World Cup, is also in the team. This is the first T20 World Cup for both of them. Adam Milne and Kyle Jamieson are out with…

Indian Premier League; Harshit Rana tried the controversial flying kiss

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Kolkata: Harshit Rana once again attempted a controversial flying kiss during the Indian Premier League. During the match against Delhi Capitals, the player controlled his actions. However, the wicket celebration after the dismissal of Delhi player Abhishek Porel has been controversial in the social media. Earlier, Harshit gave a flying kiss during a match against Sunrisers Hyderabad. In the controversial flying kiss against Mayank Agarwal, the fine was 60 percent of the match fee. Harshit conceded 28 runs in four overs in the match and took both wickets. Harshit attempted…