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AZADI album blends music and human rights message
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AZADI Songs of Freedom, released worldwide Aug. 27, 2026, brings together GRAMMY-winning and GRAMMY-nominated musicians from multiple countries in a statement against repression and censorship.
Knowledge Networks launches AI Policy 100 at Ai4 Las Vegas
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Knowledge Networks unveiled the inaugural AI Policy 100 at Ai4 Las Vegas, spotlighting 100 leaders in AI governance, policy and responsible innovation.
Global food systems are off track on nearly every 2030 goal
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A new 2026 assessment from the Food Systems Countdown Initiative finds most countries are not on pace to hit global food-system targets by 2030, with greenhouse gas cuts from food systems especially far behind.
Stand Up for Science plans empty-chair town hall near Cleveland
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Stand Up for Science will host an “empty chair” town hall on Aug. 31 in Ohio’s 7th Congressional District to hear concerns from science advocates and constituents.
New College of Florida earns top Princeton Review marks for faculty and financial aid
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New College of Florida landed its strongest Princeton Review recognition yet, including No. 2 nationally for financial aid and a spot among the 50 Colleges That Create Futures.
Thai companies talk diversity, but LGBTQ+ workplace systems lag
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New research from Mahidol University finds many Thai listed companies make polished public commitments to LGBTQ+ inclusion but rarely back them with policies, monitoring or grievance systems.
Charlotte coalition launches to preserve LGBTQ history landmarks
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A new Charlotte coalition is launching a marker campaign, starting with Oleen’s on South Boulevard, to keep local LGBTQ+ history visible as the city changes.
AI for Peace launches 44-day global compassion game
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AI for Peace is launching a 44-day global Compassion Game on Aug. 8 in Minneapolis to build momentum toward Sept. 21 as a worldwide pause for ceasefire and nonviolence.
Global Coalition on Aging, Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society to host Silver Economy Forum 2026 in Kuala Lumpur
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The Global Coalition on Aging and the Malaysian Healthy Ageing Society will bring government, business and health leaders to Kuala Lumpur on Nov. 11-12 for Silver Economy Forum 2026. The summit is designed to turn ageing populations into an…
Ahmed Al Maghribi Perfumes marks Emirati Women’s Day with Dubai event and month-long activations
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Ahmed Al Maghribi Perfumes is celebrating Emirati Women’s Day on Aug. 24, 2026, with a Dubai event, retail activations and gifting partnerships centered on Emirati women’s achievements.
Internet Society Foundation opens global call for cybersecurity grants
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The Internet Society Foundation opened applications June 23 for the Common Good Cyber Fund, which will award at least $3.5 million in two-year grants to nonprofit groups that protect civil society and strengthen Internet cybersecurity.
Internet Society Foundation opens global call for cybersecurity grants
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The Internet Society Foundation opened applications June 23 for the Common Good Cyber Fund, a multiyear effort to back nonprofits that protect civil society and strengthen core Internet cybersecurity infrastructure.
Cyndi Lauper to receive John Lennon Real Love Award at 46th annual tribute
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Theatre Within will honor Cyndi Lauper at its 46th Annual John Lennon Tribute on Nov. 21 at Town Hall in New York City, where she will also perform a special set of Lennon and Beatles songs.
Faith leaders, lawmakers gather in Washington for AMMWEC anti-hate conference
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Religious leaders, lawmakers and civil rights advocates met at the National Press Club in Washington for AMMWEC’s second annual National Coalition Against Hate Conference.
Interfaith Peace Centre condemns antisemitic attacks in Toronto and Montreal
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The Interfaith Peace Centre is condemning a string of antisemitic incidents targeting Jewish and Israeli people in Toronto and Montreal, including gunfire at a Jewish-owned bakery and a suspected arson at a kosher restaurant.
Steve Hill to hold daily protest outside California DOJ office
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Civil rights activist Steve Hill says he will begin a weekday protest Aug. 3 outside the California Department of Justice office in downtown Los Angeles and continue until his firearms are returned.
Reservation Redemption to screen at Angeles Documentary Film Festival
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Reservation Redemption, an award-winning documentary about Native man Chief Marchand Rice’s journey from life without parole to prison mentor, will screen Aug. 30 at the Angeles Documentary Film Festival in Los Angeles.
Rachael Sage lines up acoustic album Under My Canopy for Oct. 9 release
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Rachael Sage will release Under My Canopy on Oct. 9 via MPress/Virgin/Universal, recasting songs from her 2025 album Canopy into an intimate acoustic set centered on queer identity, grief, resilience and community.
Sisters of the Valley launch federally recognized nonprofit ministry
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The Sisters of the Valley have launched a new tax-exempt ministry in California to house the group’s spiritual and charitable work and to back a long-term push for affordable urban housing.
BRI urges Canada to build digital sovereignty in new AI era
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BRI has released a report arguing Canada needs a national moonshot to adapt to a technology landscape shaped by AI, restricted access to advanced models, and rising digital dependence.
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