Category Archives: World

Jewish groups condemn Texas elementary school shooting, but only some push for action – Jewish Telegraphic Agency

WASHINGTON (JTA) — After the school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, that killed at least 19 children and two adults on Tuesday, an array of Jewish groups issued statements that fell into two categories: generalized grief and recommendations for action. Read more » »

Curtis George Ward Obituary (1917 – 2022) The Daily Memphian

Curtis George Ward died on May 23, 2022, at the age of 104. Curt, born Kurt Georg Wertheim, lived a most wonderful and interesting life, that unspooled like a cross between a History Channel documentary and Forrest Gump. „The essence of my life,” Curt said, „is that I was blessed with good fortune. Read more » »

B’nai Brith Canada wants Ottawa to demand UNHRC reform

B’nai Brith Canada’s League For Human Rights has sent a letter to all Canadian MPs and Senators urging them to demand reform of the United Nations Human Rights Council.”Recently Canada joined 92 other nations in suspending Russia from the UNHRC,” the letter from League National Director Marvin Rotrand points out. Read more » »

PCHS graduates take in scholarship dollars

Following Friday night’s graduation, Pulaski County High School Class of 2022 is headed in different directions. For many, that direction will lead them to further their education, putting to use grants and scholarships they earned toward that pursuit. Read more » »

Uvalde school shooting: Faith leaders offer comfort, call for reform of gun laws

Pope Francis “I pray for the children, the adults killed and their families. It is time to say ‘enough’ to the indiscriminate trafficking of guns.” Catholic bishops of Texas “We pray for those who lost loved ones, for the first responders, and for those in leadership. Read more » »

US Jewish Group Urges Congress to Pass Gun Law Reforms Following Devastating Massacre at Texas Elementary School – Algemeiner

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Fundación Salir Adelante aterriza en Río Negro y Paysandú, de la mano de Fundación UPM, a través de su Programa: “Jóvenes Inspirando Jóvenes”

Fundación Salir Adelante aterriza en Río Negro y Paysandú, de la mano de Fundación UPM, a través de su Programa: “Jóvenes Inspirando Jóvenes” Desde 2009 nuestra Fundación ha trabajado de forma ininterrumpida con liceos de distintos barrios montevideanos. Read more » »

B’nai B’rith Decries Latest Gun Massacre in Uvalde

(Washington, D.C., May 25, 2022)—B’nai B’rith President Seth J. Riklin (a Texan) and CEO Daniel S. Mariaschin have issued the following statement: What will be the tipping point for our country to finally act on sensible gun reform measures?Columbine. Virginia Tech. Sandy Hook. Orlando. Parkland. Las Vegas. Sutherland Springs. Aurora. Buffalo. Read more » »

Funds raised for education

COURAGE to Care NSW raised almost $100,000 at a successful fundraising gala, which was a lunch held at the QVB Tea Rooms earlier this month. Read more » »

Cena a Oscuras 2022

Cena a oscuras VIVÍ UNA EXPERIENCIA ÚNICA Reconocé tus otros sentidos en una noche en la que no veremos nada. ¿Cuándo? El 24 de mayo a las 20 horas. Para mayores de 40 años. Inscripciones:   https: //forms.gle/TVR6ibg1ErjhoGSB8 CUPOS LIMITADOS. Read more » »