Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
Asheville, NC
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
Asheville, NC
Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
With 40% of land degraded globally, the consequences are starting to be felt in industry: a fall in agricultural productivity, polluted waterways and increased frequency of droughts.
What measures can be taken now to reverse this trend and create resilient economies for the future?
Speakers: Dorjkhand Togmid, Molly Montgomery, Ibrahim Thiaw, Ismahane Elouafi, John Steenhuisen, Sir Andrew Steer, Abdulatif Rashid
The 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum will provide a crucial space to focus on the fundamental principles driving trust, including transparency, consistency and accountability.
This Annual Meeting will welcome over 100 governments, all major international organizations, 1000 Forum’s Partners, as well as civil society leaders, experts, youth representatives, social entrepreneurs, and news outlets.
The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.
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Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
Closing Remarks
Source: US Coast Guard (video statements)
The crew of Coast Guard Cutter Resolute unloaded interdicted narcotics at Sector St. Petersburg South Moorings, Florida, Oct. 23, 2024. Armed Coast Guardsmen stood watch over the interdicted drugs to ensure security and accountability of the seized contraband.
(U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 1st Class Riley Perkofski and Petty Officer 3rd Class Santiago Gomez)
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Huw and Andrew are part of our Clock Mechanics team. They are responsible for changing the clocks back this weekend across Parliament.
From Members’ offices to Committee Rooms, and all the corridors between
Source: European Commission (video statements)
Press conference with HE Milojko Spajić, Prime Minister of Montenegro
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Source: World Economic Forum (video statements)
This week’s top stories of the week include:
0:15 UN ambassador’s climate message – Peter Thomson is the UN Secretary-General’s Special Envoy for the Ocean. He’s urging young people to take part in climate action but he’s also clear about where responsibility lies. Scientists have devised the concept of ‘positive tipping points’ which are thresholds that can propel rapid decarbonization. However, Thomson says the first tipping point is up to us.
4:05 How to make better decisions – Before entering business, Ravi Kumar S trained as a nuclear scientist. This gave him a huge helping hand in his career, he says. Kumar says modern companies aren’t hierarchies, but networks which draw on the ‘community knowledge’ of all their staff. As CEO, he has developed a decision-making process that takes his gut feeling and supports it with data in a continual feedback loop.
7:08 Cities cutting air pollution – Curitiba in Brazil built an integrated transport network to cut congestion. Curitiba began by launching the world’s first bus rapid transit (BRT) in 1974. Today’s network combines express routes with suburban connections and cycle lanes so passengers can move easily from one transport to another.
9:01 Where is AI headed? – At our Annual Meeting of the Global Future Councils in Dubai 500 experts gathered to share insights on pressing issues, including how rapid advances in AI are reshaping our world. As AI becomes more prevalent, it remains clear that the humanities are essential to a functioning society and a fulfilled life, says Stuart Russell, Professor of Computer Science, University of California, Berkeley.
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The World Economic Forum is the International Organization for Public-Private Cooperation. The Forum engages the foremost political, business, cultural and other leaders of society to shape global, regional and industry agendas. We believe that progress happens by bringing together people from all walks of life who have the drive and the influence to make positive change.
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Source: US Army (video statements)
About the U.S. Army:
The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt & sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force.
Interested in joining the U.S. Army?
Visit: spr.ly/6001igl5L
Connect with the U.S. Army online:
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#USArmy #Soldiers #Military #Shorts #UH60 #Blackhawk
Source: European Commission (video statements)
Press conference with HE Milojko Spajić, Prime Minister of Montenegro
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Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
The White House
Source: Reporters Without Borders (RSF) (Video Release)
#THAILAND: “We have journalists that are taking risks that are crossing the border, that are bringing first hand account reports”.
As an increasing number of journalists have been forced into exile due to the brutal crackdown on press freedom by the military junta in Myanmar, Reporters Without Borders (RSF) is launching the Myanmar Press Freedom Project in Chiang Mai.
Since the coup on 1 February 2021, Myanmar’s military junta has mercilessly cracked down on the press. Seven journalists and press freedom defenders have been executed, and at least 150 have been arrested and imprisoned.
Developed in partnership with Exile Hub, the project aims to provide Myanmar journalists — both in exile and within Myanmar — with equipment such as laptops, mobile phones, solar batteries, and digital security tools, as well as various training to strengthen their capacities.
#Myanmar #MyanmarPressFreedom #media #rsf #freespeech #freepress #journalists #journaliste #condemningabuses #reportersindanger #libertédelapresse #journalismisntacrime #fightfortruth #humanrights #freemedia
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
Hear directly from fellow Veterans and a caregiver who face the same online safety challenges as all Veterans do every day, and how they maneuver through to keep themselves and their families safe. They tell personal stories of combatting cyber threats and keeping Veteran friends and families safe from online predators. Listen to their compelling personal stories and important advice. This short video gives top tips for the Veteran community on how to stay safe online. Together, let’s Secure Our World. For more about VA digital tools for the Veteran community, visit
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#Veterans
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#onlinesafety
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
On the night of May 24, 2023, at approximately 10:15 p.m., a U.S. Border Patrol (USBP) agent spotted a suspicious vehicle—a blue Chevrolet Silverado—on U.S. Highway 281 in Texas.
Upon questioning, the driver claimed the truck was overheating, but a loud noise from the truck’s toolbox told a different story. A search revealed a loaded pistol on the driver, raising tensions.
Further inspection uncovered three individuals dangerously crammed inside the toolbox, hidden beneath a blue tarp. One of the individuals was in critical condition, suffering from heat exhaustion and lack of air.
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#smugglers
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#lawenforcement
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
If your home was damaged by Hurricane Milton, Operation Blue Roof can help with free temporary roof repairs! U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Headquarters is working to provide eligible homeowners with fiber-reinforced plastic sheeting for damaged roofs.
Here’s how to sign up:
Visit: blueroof.gov
Call: 888-ROOF-BLU (888-766-3258)
This service is available in 22 counties, including Brevard, Citrus, Hillsborough, Pinellas, Sarasota, and more. The initial sign-up period ends November 5—don’t wait! You can also visit a Right of Entry (ROE) collection center near you to sign up using a ROE form. This temporary fix can help give you peace of mind as you work toward permanent repairs.
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
In this episode of The BLUF, we take a look at the recently redesigned and updated Airborne Hazards and Open Air Burn Pit Registry associated with the PACT Act. The PACT Act is a law that expands VA health care and benefits for Veterans exposed to burn pits, Agent Orange, and other toxic substances. This law helps us provide generations of Veterans—and their survivors—with the care and benefits they’ve earned and deserve.
For more information on this story:
https://www.va.gov/pact
https://www.publichealth.va.gov/exposures/burnpits/registry.asp
File a disability claim online:
https://www.va.gov/disability/file-disability-claim-form-21-526ez/introduction
Apply for VA health care:
https://www.va.gov/health-care/apply-for-health-care-form-10-10ez/introduction
The BLUF
A VA Rocky Mountain Network Production
This show is made by Veterans for Veterans
Executive Producer: Shawn Spitler
Producer, Director, Editor: Matt Murray
Host, Producer: Sarah Kallassy
Technical Director: Patrick Battle
Audiovisual Production Specialist: Adam Desaulniers
Stories by: Katie Beall, Jesus Flores, Sarah Kallassy, and Matt Murray
Source: United Nations (Video News)
Comments to the Media by Riyad Mansour, Permanent Observer of the State of Palestine to the United Nations & others on the latest situation in Palestine.
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell hosts a press briefing to provide an update on the ongoing federal and local response and recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene and Hurricane Milton.
Source: United States of America – Federal Government Departments (video statements)
Yesenia tells her story about joining the health workforce, the financial support that was made possible with help from HHS, and the impact she is having on her community.
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Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
First Lady Jill Biden hosts an event to unveil a new enhanced, educational White House public tour for visitors.
The White House
Source: United States of America – The White House (video statements)
The White House
Source: US Army (video statements)
About the U.S. Army:
The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt & sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force.
Interested in joining the U.S. Army?
Visit: spr.ly/6001igl5L
Connect with the U.S. Army online:
Web: https://www.army.mil Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USarmy/ X: https://www.twitter.com/USArmy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usarmy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/us-army
#USArmy #Soldiers #Military #31K #K9
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
Secretary of State Antony Blinken delivers remarks at the second annual ceremony for the Secretary of State’s Award for Global Anti-Racism Champions at the State Department of State, on October 21, 2024.
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Under the leadership of the President and Secretary of State, the U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity. On behalf of the American people we promote and demonstrate democratic values and advance a free, peaceful, and prosperous world.
The Secretary of State, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the President’s chief foreign affairs adviser. The Secretary carries out the President’s foreign policies through the State Department, which includes the Foreign Service, Civil Service and U.S. Agency for International Development.
Get updates from the U.S. Department of State at http://www.state.gov and on social media!
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#StateDepartment #DepartmentofState #Diplomacy
Source: United States of America – Department of State (video statements)
Department Press Briefing with Principal Deputy Spokesperson Vedant Patel, at the Department of State, on October 21, 2024.
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Under the leadership of the President and Secretary of State, the U.S. Department of State leads America’s foreign policy through diplomacy, advocacy, and assistance by advancing the interests of the American people, their safety and economic prosperity. On behalf of the American people we promote and demonstrate democratic values and advance a free, peaceful, and prosperous world.
The Secretary of State, appointed by the President with the advice and consent of the Senate, is the President’s chief foreign affairs adviser. The Secretary carries out the President’s foreign policies through the State Department, which includes the Foreign Service, Civil Service and U.S. Agency for International Development.
Get updates from the U.S. Department of State at http://www.state.gov and on social media!
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#StateDepartment #DepartmentofState #Diplomacy
Source: US Army (video statements)
: Pfc. Alexcia Rupert, 22nd Mobile Public Affairs Detachment
U.S. Soldiers, assigned to 2nd Battalion, 4th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade Combat Team, 10th Mountain Division (Light Infantry), conduct M4 weapons qualifications and fire the Mk-19 Grenade Launcher during Table II & III qualifications. This event is important because it ensures Soldiers maintain combat readiness by sharpening their marksmanship skills and overall proficiency with essential weapons systems.
About the U.S. Army:
The Army Mission – our purpose – remains constant: To deploy, fight and win our nation’s wars by providing ready, prompt & sustained land dominance by Army forces across the full spectrum of conflict as part of the joint force.
Interested in joining the U.S. Army?
Visit: spr.ly/6001igl5L
Connect with the U.S. Army online:
Web: https://www.army.mil Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/USarmy/ X: https://www.twitter.com/USArmy Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/usarmy/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/us-army
#USArmy #Soldiers #Military #Shorts
Source: US Coast Guard (video statements)
Coast Guard Sector New York’s former Enforcement Chief, Lt. Cmdr. Kamryn Jones, discusses how the Coast Guard collaborates with multiple units and partner agencies to implement security zone enforcement and ensure waterway security during the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in Sept. 2023.
Crew members from Coast Guard small-boat stations, Maritime Security Response Teams (MSRTs), Maritime Safety and Security Teams (MSSTs), and New York Police Department (NYPD) units enforced multiple safety and security zones on the East River in support of the UNGA.
(U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 2nd Class Derek Dodge)
Source: US Coast Guard (video statements)
Coast Guard Sector Puget Sound watchstanders communicate with a vessel in distress during a search and rescue case off the coast of La Push, Washington, October 18, 2024. The Coast Guard rescued five people from the 130-foot commercial tug Luther after it lost steering 10 miles from shore while towing a cement barge. (U.S. Coast Guard video by Petty Officer 2nd Class Briana Carter)
Read the entire press release here: https://www.news.uscg.mil/Press-Releases/Article/3940244/coast-guard-rescues-5-from-tug-after-loss-of-steering-off-the-coast-of-washingt/
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements-2)
President Ramaphosa meets President Putin of Russia on a bilateral meeting
Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements-2)
President Cyril Ramaphosa arrives in Russia for the BRICS SUMMIT
Source: United Kingdom UK Parliament (video statements)
Watch PMQs with British Sign Language (BSL) –
Prime Minister’s Question Time, also referred to as PMQs, takes place every Wednesday the House of Commons sits. It gives MPs the chance to put questions to the Prime Minister, Sir Keir Starmer MP, or a nominated minister.
In most cases, the session starts with a routine ‘open question’ from an MP about the Prime Minister’s engagements. MPs can then ask supplementary questions on any subject, often one of current political significance.
The Leader of the Opposition, Rishi Sunak MP, asks six questions and the leader of the second largest opposition party asks two. If another minister takes the place of the Prime Minister, opposition parties will usually nominate a shadow minister to ask the questions.
Want to find out more about what’s happening in the House of Commons this week? Follow the House of Commons on:
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