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Mayor Michelle Wu Officially Launches Annual Legacy Business Award Nominations
Residents are encouraged to nominate iconic, long-standing businesses located within the city by October 31, 2025 Today, Mayor Michelle Wu announced the launch of the nomination period for the fourth annual Legacy Business Awards. Nominations will...
Owner: American Government
UM holds International Night to promote cultural exchange
MACAU, September 17 - The Global Affairs Office of the University of Macau (UM) held the International Night 2025, bringing together over 250 students from 45 countries. Students and faculty members engaged in meaningful cross-cultural dialogue...
Owner: Macau Government
Timor-Leste Expresses Solidarity with Cape Verde Following Torrential Rains that Devastated the Country
Spokesperson of the Government of Timor-Leste Ninth Constitutional Government ............................................................................................................................. August 15th, 2025 Press Release Soon...
Owner: East Timorese Government
Seven people pass away in Cape Verde due to heavy rains, floods
(MENAFN) The government of Cape Verde has declared a state of emergency on the islands of Sao Vicente and Santo Antao after severe rainfall and flooding left seven people dead and caused major destruction. Officials said the emergency declaration...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
Intense Rainfall Claims Seven Lives in Cape Verde
(MENAFN) The government of Cape Verde has declared a state of emergency on the islands of Sao Vicente and Santo Antao following intense rainfall that triggered flash floods, killing at least seven people and causing widespread destruction. In an...
Owner: Sawsan Dababneh & Ramzi AbdelJaber
CVAMS Celebrates Another Successful Year With Its 5th Annual Research Symposium & Gala
Morabeza: Decolonizing Global Health & Celebrating 50 Years of Progress in Cabo Verde PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, September 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Cape Verdean American Medical Society (CVAMS) proudly announces its 5th Annual...
California Music Producer Unveils Documentary Highlighting Cape Verdean Leader, Amílcar Cabral
A tribute to one of the most impactful visionaries in the African liberation movement OAKLAND, CA, UNITED STATES, June 10, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Filmmaker and music producer, Rahkii “Hyp” Holman of Assinyeola Music Publishing is screening...
UM organises two international summer camps, offering students from around the world cross-cultural experiences
MACAU, July 18 - The University of Macau (UM) is hosting the ‘Summer Camp for Outstanding Students of UM Partner Universities’ and the ‘East Lighthouse Talent Development Scheme – Learning Experience Summer Program for International Students’. The...
Owner: Macau Government
MSME Working Group reviews new trade initiatives, highlights exemplary businesses
New trade initiatives World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) Assistant Director-General Marco M. Alemán introduced the organization's key tools in support of MSMEs. These include the Global Innovation Index (GII) and report, alternative...
Mayor Wu and Mayor's Office of Immigrant Advancement Announce $2.1 Million Investment to Strengthen Support Services for Immigrant Communities
Mayor Michelle Wu and the Mayor’s Office for Immigrant Advancement (MOIA) today announced $2.1 million in grant funds and contracts awarded to support access to critical services and resources for Boston’s immigrant communities. This announcement...
Owner: American Government
Florida Secures $13.6 Million in Federal Funding to Expand Immigration Enforcement
October 1, 2025 ~ Federal investment enhances Florida’s law enforcement capabilities and reinforces public safety through expanded immigration enforcement.~ TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Last week, it was announced that the Florida Department of Highway...
Owner: American Government
7th Encounter in Macao – Arts and Cultural Festival between China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries showcases the beauty of Chinese and Lusophone arts through the encounter of diverse cultures
MACAU, September 30 - Under the patronage of the Secretariat for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao SAR Government, organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) and supported by the Macao Government Tourism Office, the Municipal Affairs...
Owner: Macau Government
International Mother Earth Day: Slovenia's commitment to sustainable development reflected in its foreign policy
SLOVENIA, April 22 - On the initiative of a group of countries, including Slovenia, the UN General Assembly recognised the human right to a clean, healthy and sustainable environment in 2022. By actively participating in this process, Slovenia...
Owner: Slovenian Government
Mayor Wu Announces Preparations Ahead of 2025 Boston Marathon
City to recognize Fastest Bostonians; host Fan Fest on City Hall Plaza Mayor Michelle Wu, City officials, and regional partners today announced public safety preparations for the 129th Boston Marathon at a joint press conference with the...
Owner: American Government
Cape Verdean Singer Tito Paris Shines at the Arts and Cultural Festival between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries Presents a Fusion of Chinese and Western Music with the Macao Chinese Orchestra
MACAU, October 22 - The concert featuring the renowned Cape Verdean singer Tito Paris and the Macao Chinese Orchestra, as part of the 6th "Encounter in Macao: Arts and Cultural Festival between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries," will be...
Owner: Macau Government
Mayor Michelle Wu's Opening Statement to the United States House Committee on Oversight
I. Introduction Chairman Comer, Ranking Member Connolly, and members of the Committee, on behalf of the City of Boston, I am grateful for this opportunity to share with our federal partners the work that we have done on the local level to make...
Owner: American Government
Supporting children's rights in Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde
Kátia Bampoky and Clara Garcia are UN Volunteers with the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) in Guinea-Bissau and Cape Verde. From supporting community health workers to educating children on hygiene and access to clean water, both Kátia and...
Owner: United Nations
Mayor Michelle Wu Announces Annual Tax Prep Services Available for Residents
Mayor Michelle Wu, Boston Tax Help Coalition (BTHC), Action for Boston Community Development (ABCD), and other community partners today announced that eligible Boston residents are now able to take advantage of the City’s free tax preparation...
Owner: American Government
'Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region - 2024 Galaxy Entertainment Macao International Marathon' to kick off on Sunday
MACAU, November 29 - The ‘Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People's Republic of China and the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region - 2024 Galaxy Entertainment Macao...
Owner: Macau Government