Divya Deshmukh Crowned FIDE Women’s World Chess Champion 2025

Prime Minister Modi congratulates Divya Deshmukh on becoming the FIDE (International Chess Federation) Women’s World Chess Champion in 2025. New Delhi, India, July 28, 2025 — The Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, congratulated Divya Deshmukh on becoming the FIDE (International Chess Federation) Women’s World Chess Champion 2025. “Koneru Humpy also displayed immense skill throughout the championship.Continue reading “Divya Deshmukh Crowned FIDE Women’s World Chess Champion 2025”

UNESCO Director General Responds to US Withdrawal

Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, released a statement regarding the United States’ withdrawal from UNESCO. Paris, July 22, 2025 — Audrey Azoulay, Director-General of UNESCO, has issued the following statement regarding the withdrawal of the United States from UNESCO: “I deeply regret President Donald Trump’s decision to withdraw the United States from UNESCO onceContinue reading “UNESCO Director General Responds to US Withdrawal”

WIPO Global Awards 2025: Applications Now Open

Applications are now open for the WIPO Global Awards 2025 competition, inviting submissions from small businesses, startups, and university spin-offs. The Awards are open to applicants worldwide and across all business activities. They aim to recognize the effective use of intellectual property for business growth and social impact. This year, special mentions will be givenContinue reading “WIPO Global Awards 2025: Applications Now Open”

Countdown to 2025: Live Performances in Times Square

New Year’s Eve organizers in Times Square, New York City, have revealed the official event lineup. Rita Ora, Carrie Underwood, the Jonas Brothers, Megan Moroney, Sophie Ellis-Bextor, TLC, Greeicy, De La Ghetto, and Kapo will perform live in Times Square for the 2025 New Year’s Eve celebration. NEW YORK, December 30, 2024 – The TimesContinue reading “Countdown to 2025: Live Performances in Times Square”

UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education

UNESCO has appointed Pharrell Williams as its Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship. Paris, December 19, 2024 — On Tuesday, Audrey Azoulay, the Director-General of UNESCO, appointed Pharrell Williams as a UNESCO Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education and Entrepreneurship during a ceremony at the Organization’s headquarters in Paris. Renowned as an Academy Award-nominated musicianContinue reading “UNESCO Appoints Pharrell Williams as Goodwill Ambassador for Arts Education”

Gukesh Becomes Youngest Chess World Champion

Gukesh, demonstrating remarkable determination, has achieved his lifelong aspiration by becoming the youngest world chess champion. SINGAPORE, December 12, 2024 — Indian prodigy Grandmaster Gukesh Dommaraju has attained the status of the 18th undisputed world champion following the unexpected collapse of Chinese Grandmaster Ding Liren (32) in game 14 of the 2024 FIDE World Championship.Continue reading “Gukesh Becomes Youngest Chess World Champion”

University of Toronto Tops QS World Sustainability Rankings 2025

QS Quacquarelli Symonds, experts in global higher education, released the third edition of the QS World Sustainability Rankings 2025, featuring over 1,740 universities from 107 locations. The University of Toronto has been confirmed as the world’s top institution, followed by ETH Zurich in second place. Professor Meric Gertler, President of the University of Toronto, stated,Continue reading “University of Toronto Tops QS World Sustainability Rankings 2025”

UNESCO Report on Addressing Gender Violence in Universities

UNESCO is preparing to publish an extensive report that will critically examine the prevalence of gender-based violence within higher education institutions. This analysis aims to provide valuable insights and contribute to the ongoing efforts to address this critical issue. The International Day for Eliminating Violence Against Women was observed globally on November 25, 2024. EachContinue reading “UNESCO Report on Addressing Gender Violence in Universities”

Collegiate Cricket League Launches in the US

The Collegiate Cricket League (CCL) is bringing global cricket to colleges across the United States. Bringing Colleges Together Across the Nation to Promote Cricket, with Support from USA Cricket and NCL. DALLAS, TEXAS, December 5, 2024 — The Collegiate Cricket League (CCL) has proudly announced its official launch, positioning itself as the foremost organization dedicatedContinue reading “Collegiate Cricket League Launches in the US”

Transforming Cities: United Nations University’s New Hub at The City College of New York

The United Nations University has launched its first Hub in the U.S. at The City College of New York. NEW YORK, November 23, 2024 — A new hub for the United Nations University (UNU) focused on Remote Sensing and Sustainable Innovations for Resilient Urban Systems (R-SIRUS) has been established at The City College of NewContinue reading “Transforming Cities: United Nations University’s New Hub at The City College of New York”