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October 31, 2020
Global Leaders Gather at International Leadership Association Conference.
Photo: International Leadership Association’s virtual global conference, Leading at the Edge.
SILVER SPRING, Md., Oct. 31, 2020 — Leadership experts from around the world will gather live and online 5 - 9 November for the International Leadership Association’s (ILA’s) virtual global conference, Leading at the Edge. Global leaders and featured speakers will meaningfully address the changing role of leadership globally in an era of COVID-19, declining democratic norms, social justice movements, economic uncertainty, corporate responsibility, climate emergency, and more.
A partial list of featured plenary and spotlight speakers includes:
• Global Leaders
- Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus (Director-General, The World Health Organization - WHO);
- Martin Chungong (Director-General, The Inter-Parliamentary Union);
- The Right Honourable Kim Campbell (19th Prime Minister of Canada);
- George A. Papandreou (Prime Minister of Greece 2009-2011);
- Lord John Alderdice (House of Lords, Parliament of the U.K.);
- Rêz Gardî (International Human Rights Activist);
- Kehkashan Basu (Green Hope Foundation);
- Kenneth Roth (Human Rights Watch);
- Sandie Okoro (Sr. VP, World Bank).
• Thought Leaders
- Ron Heifetz (Harvard University)
- Ron Riggio (Claremont McKenna College);
- Otto Scharmer (Presencing Institute);
- Margaret Heffernan (Forward Institute);
- Matt Qvortrup (Coventry University);
- Henry Mintzberg (McGill University);
- Barbara Kellerman (Harvard University).
• Business Leaders
- May Abdel Asim (Founder, Media & More in Cairo);
- Helle Bank Jorgensen (CEO, Competent Boards);
- Christophe Dubi (ED, International Olympic Committee);
- Aline Kamakian (CEO, Fig Holding);
- Mahmoud Mohieldin (ED, International Monetary Fund);
- Mark Shapiro (President and CEO, Toronto Blue Jays).
With a stellar list of keynotes and featured speakers, 400+ expert session and workshop presenters, and a diverse array of networking opportunities, Leading at the Edge promises to inform, inspire, and invigorate, ILA said.
As ILA President & CEO Cynthia Cherrey sums up, “Our live, online virtual event is designed to deliver everything that makes an in-person ILA conference special: plenaries from global leaders working at the intersection of theory and practice; workshops, panels, and presentations with speakers from around the world; special networking activities organized by our member communities and social engagement committee designed to help attendees converse and create collaborative networks; and a Meeting Hub that allows you to set up impromptu virtual meetings on our conference platform easily.”
“We invite you to join us for this live online virtual conference as we explore leadership, the ways that we lead, and what we expect from leaders,” remarks Conference Chair Kathryn Goldman Schuyler. “Leading at the Edge will nourish those who lead, consult, teach, study, and conduct research with exciting ideas, innovative projects, and good friends — both old and new.”
The International Leadership Association (ILA) is a worldwide professional association committed to advancing leadership knowledge and practice for a better world.
Source: The International Leadership Association.
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October 28, 2020
Breitling presents its "Spotlight Squad" and launches Chronomat Watches for Women of Purpose, Action, and Style.
Breitling today presented its new “Spotlight Squad” as it launched Chronomat 36 and 32 watches for “women of purpose, action, and style.”
“Our inspiration for this new collection is the Breitling woman herself. A woman of purpose, action, and style who’s at the top of her game,” said Breitling CEO Georges Kern at the launch.
“Some people have mastered the art of not only shining in the spotlight but also shining their light on others and inspiring change in the world. Three of them are on our Spotlight Squad: Charlize Theron, Misty Copeland, and Yao Chen. These extraordinary entertainers are at the top of their game and have shattered the stereoÂtypes clinging to their gender and respective fields,” Breitling explained.
• Charlize Theron — Originally from South Africa, Oscar-winner Charlize Theron has proven her versatility in numerous roles and genres. In 2004, she won the Academy Award for Best Actress after playing a serial killer in Monster. In 2019, she starred in and co-produced the drama Bombshell, receiving nomination for another Academy Award.
• Misty Copeland — In 2007, dancer Misty Copeland was only the second African-American woman to be promoted to soloist with American Ballet Theatre (ABT); in 2015, she was the first African-American woman to become a principal dancer. That year, Time magazine named her one of the world’s 100 most influential people.
• Yao Chen — Chinese TV and film actress Yao Chen has won many awards, including the Audience Choice category of China’s Golden Eagle Award (2010) and Best Actress at the Busan International Film Festival (2016, Asian Content). In 2019, she won the Golden Mulberry Award for Lifetime Achievement at the Far East Film Festival.
In addition to excelling on screen and stage, these three are not afraid to take control of their storyÂlines while trying to improve others’ lives. Indeed, they form a tenacious squad of women who stand up for their beliefs and the issues closest to their hearts, the company said.
“Who better than Charlize Theron, Misty Copeland, and Yao Chen to turn the spotlight on major global causes as they redefine what it means to be a strong woman? Three leading stars are known for being fierce and pushing boundaries. What binds them together is the Spotlight Squad and Breitling’s dedication to change, diversity, and reshaping the world we live in,” Breitling CEO Georges Kern added. “And now - dedicated to women - the new Chronomat 36 and 32 collection embodies flair, confidence, and an active lifestyle.”
The Chronomat 36 and 32 series - takes women wherever they want to go.
Sporty yet elegant, this modern-retro-inspired watch quickly takes its wearer from business meeting to the beach - and everywhere in between. It symbolizes competence and effortless style.
The stunning watches in the Chronomat for Women range feature Breitling’s iconic Rouleaux bracelet with a butterfly clasp, which is as robust as it is elegant.
In terms of finish, these timepieces are nearly as diverse as the women on the Spotlight Squad. Along with the choice of sizes (36 mm Automatic and 32 mm SuperQuartz™), they are also available in various metal cases.
The Chronomat Automatic 36 is powered by the Breitling Caliber 10 with a reserve of about 42 hours. There are ten versions to choose from, with striking lacquered dials in white, pale green, midnight blue, or copper.
The Chronomat 32 runs on the Breitling Caliber 77 and has a battery life of three to four years. It comes in seven versions, with white or midnight blue dials.
The original 1984 Chronomat helped signal a rebirth of the Swiss watch industry, and it has inspired many more timepieces over the past four decades - including women’s models.
Today, the Chronomat 36 and 32 collections’ modern-retro watches shine the spotlight on confident and versatile women.
Source: Breitling
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October 26, 2020
Luxury All-rounder: The Audi Q2 arrives in India.
Eye-catching design portrays power and style with a bold Singleframe grille, striking roofline, and sporty spoiler being focal points.
Sporty, elegant and luxurious, the cabin typifies the Audi interior design.
Standard fit Quattro all-wheel-drive ensures the highest levels of grip and traction.
MMI display, Audi Virtual Cockpit, and Audi Phone Box among a long list of features.
Photos: Audi Q2. Audi expanded its Q family with a compact SUV. The Audi Q2 is an urban-type for everyday life and leisure that combines progressive design and high functionality. Images provided by & copyright © AUDI AG.
Mumbai, October 26, 2020: Audi, the German luxury car manufacturer, announced its sporty all-rounder Audi Q2 in India. Perfectly suited to everyday driving and a capable companion on adventure trips, the Audi Q2 is a luxury all-rounder. The bold design with sublime cuts and creases will strike a chord with young and progressive Indian customers who want to make a statement with their choice.
Commenting on the launch, Balbir Dhillon, Head of Audi India, said, “The Audi Q2 is a car we are beyond thrilled to introduce to our India line-up. We’ve listened to customer demand and brought in the fantastic yet practical Audi Q2 in the run-up to the festive season. The characterful design, plush interior, and long list of features are just parts of the appeal. Having driven it extensively, I can vouch that the Audi Q2 is a thrilling drive. The 190hp, 2.0-TFSI engine, Progressive Steering, and Quattro make every drive an exciting one.”
Mr. Dhillon added, “Our sixth launch for the year - the Audi Q2 is another solid step in our endeavor to provide Indian customers with a wider range of choices from the Audi portfolio. We are happy that we could bring it to customers right in the middle of the festive season.”
For the best ownership experience, Audi India has offered an introductory ‘Peace of Mind’ package that comes bundled with a five year Service Package with 2+3 years Extended Warranty and 2+3 years Road Side Assistance.
Source: Audi India
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It’s all about fun: Inside the Audi Q2
Audi: Future is an Attitude.
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October 24, 2020
Member States Sign Preamble of UN Charter to Commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations
Photo: To commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations (24 October), Volkan Bozkir, President of the seventy-fifth session of the United Nations General Assembly, has invited all Member and Observer States to sign the preamble of the UN Charter as a symbolic gesture of recommitment to its principles. The signed poster will be displayed in the General Assembly Hall on 26 October, during the mandated General Assembly UN Day observance event.
Secretary-General António Guterres signs the Preamble of the UN Charter. 22 October 2020. New York, United States of America. UN Photo/Manuel ElÃas.
Photo: To commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations (24 October), Volkan Bozkir, President of the seventy-fifth session of the United Nations General Assembly, has invited all Member and Observer States to sign the preamble of the UN Charter as a symbolic gesture of recommitment to its principles. The signed poster will be displayed in the General Assembly Hall on 26 October, during the mandated General Assembly UN Day observance event.
The photo shows a view of the Preamble of the UN Charter. 22 October 2020. New York, United States of America. UN Photo/Manuel ElÃas.
Photo: To commemorate the 75th Anniversary of the United Nations (24 October), Volkan Bozkir, President of the seventy-fifth session of the United Nations General Assembly, has invited all Member and Observer States to sign the preamble of the UN Charter as a symbolic gesture of recommitment to its principles. The signed poster will be displayed in the General Assembly Hall on 26 October, during the mandated General Assembly UN Day observance event.
Secretary-General António Guterres poses in front of the Preamble of the UN Charter. 22 October 2020. New York, United States of America. UN Photo/Manuel ElÃas.
Source: United Nations, New York
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As the @UN turns 75, the world faces colossal challenges.
— António Guterres (@antonioguterres) October 24, 2020
But with global solidarity and cooperation, we can overcome them.
That’s what the @UN is all about. #UN75 pic.twitter.com/C4MpiKpz1b
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October 23, 2020
Heads of State & Government at Extraordinary UNESCO Meeting recommit to Education and its Financing during and after the Pandemic.
Photo: UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay at the Global Education Meeting. UNESCO Headquarters, Paris. Image provided by & copyright © UNESCO/Christelle ALIX.
Photo: Global Education Meeting. UNESCO Headquarters, Paris. Image provided by & copyright © UNESCO/Christelle ALIX.
Paris, October 23, 2020 — Heads of State & Government, Ministers from over 70 countries, and international partners met online in an extraordinary Global Education Meeting convened by UNESCO, the governments of Ghana, Norway, and the United Kingdom on October 22. They adopted a Declaration expressing a strong commitment to protecting education financing and outlining measures to be chosen over the next year to safeguard education from the devastating impact of the disruption caused by COVID19.
“At a time when countries are making difficult choices and trade-offs to turn societies around, education must be our top priority, our pillar for recovery. And yet only a minuscule share - on average less than 1% - has been set aside for education and training in national stimulus packages. Financing education is not a cost: it is our most crucial long-term investment. If we do not allocate this funding now, we will face a bleaker future,” said UNESCO Director-General Audrey Azoulay.
The meeting brought together the UN’s Secretary-General, the Presidents of Angola, Colombia, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Kenya, Namibia, Portugal, and Rwanda. The Prime Ministers of Italy, Morocco, Norway, and Spain, the Deputy Prime Minister of Uzbekistan, and SDG Advocate Queen Mathilde of Belgium attended the meeting.
Over 65 ministers of education from the five continents took the floor in the meeting to share measures to counter the pandemic’s impact on learning, along with multilateral and regional organizations, the Global Partnership for Education, and the Education Above All Foundation, among others.
UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres underlined that education is the solution, and financing and political will are critical.
Affirming that “education is at the heart of the EU’s investment in development,” the European Commissioner for International Partnerships, Jutta Urpilainen, announced, “the decision to increase EU financing of assistance to education in partner countries under my responsibility from 7% to 10%.”
Prime Minister Giuseppe Conte of Italy declared that quality education would be one of the pillars of the Italian G20 presidency in 2021, focusing on people, the planet, and prosperity.
The UK’s Special Envoy for Education, Baroness Sugg, highlighted the United Kingdom’s G7 presidency’s focus. “The UK is standing up for every girl’s right to 12 years of quality education. It is putting this issue at the heart of our G7 Presidency and co-hosting a major Global Education Summit next year to raise funds to get children into school and build back better from coronavirus,” she said.
Prime Minister Erna Solberg of Norway, co-host of the meeting, stated that “two elements are important for rapid recovery: financing and political commitment. In many cases, the right to education will remain an empty promise unless education spending increases. We need to mobilize more international financing for global education.”
The endorsed Declaration defines priority actions that are essential for educational recovery in the coming 15 months:
- Taking every measure to reopen schools safely and inclusively;
- Supporting all teachers as frontline workers and paying heed to their training and professional development;
- Investing in skills development from the socio-emotional dimension to gaining competences for new jobs;
- Narrowing the digital divide that has shut out education for one-third of the world’s students.
These priority actions require that education budgets be at least protected, if not increased.
In the Declaration, governments and partners state their commitment to:
- Maintain or increase the share of public spending on education to at least 4-6% of GDP and 15-20% of public expenditure;
- Ensure that stimulus packages support measures that will mitigate learning losses and get the most vulnerable back to school;
- Increase the volume, predictability, and effectiveness of international aid;
- target assistance to countries and populations most in need, including those not reached by government programs.
The endorsed Declaration also condemns recent attacks on teachers, students, and schools and reaffirms education and teachers’ role.
President Uhuru Kenyatta said that Kenya “included a large education component in our economic stimulus package.”
Spain’s Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez said that “the modernization of our education system is a priority for this Government,” and “that education and professional development would become a cross-cutting policy involving all government ministries.
Colombia’s President Ivan Duque Marquez asserted that the pandemic brought understanding that education is the most important public policy tool to transform societies.
UNHCR Special Envoy Angelina Jolie, who has supported UNESCO’s Global Education Coalition, stated that “all countries face huge pressures. But to try to balance the books at the expense of education would be utterly self-defeating, as well as morally indefensible.”
In their interventions, numerous participants recognized UNESCO’s role in improving global education coordination to accelerate progress towards SDG4.
As part of the Global Education Meeting, a group of global organizations called for urgent investment in education to prevent a generational catastrophe.
Source: UNESCO, Paris
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“The first duty of government is to see that people have food, fuel, and clothes. The second, that they have means of moral and intellectual education.”
— John Ruskin.
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October 22, 2020
Telluriders Team celebrates victory on the Rebelle Rally podium.
Relentless and Resilient Kia Rebelles Finish Second Overall in X-Cross Class.
2020 Telluride SX crossed the finish line after eight grueling days in the unforgiving California and Nevada deserts.
Telluriders team prove their unstoppable spirit with several significant stage wins throughout the rally.
Photo: Telluriders Team celebrates victory on the Rebelle Rally podium.
October 21, 2020 — Team Telluriders triumphantly crossed the finish line in the 2020 Telluride in the fifth annual Rebelle Rally, coming in overall second place in the X-Cross class. The powerhouse duo made up of Alyssa Roenigk (driver) and Sabrina Howells (navigator) demonstrated their “Give it Everything” attitude, using their invaluable set of skills. They made smart and calculated decisions tailored to the Telluride’s capability, ultimately allowing it to shine and finish the challenging, off-road rally.
The Rebelle Rally is the first all-women’s off-highway navigation rally raid in the U.S. and the longest competition of its kind in the lower 48 states.
“This is a momentous achievement for Kia,” said Sean Yoon, president & CEO, Kia Motors North America & Kia Motors America. “Thanks to Alyssa and Sabrina’s grit in the arduous Rebelle Rally, they helped raise the Telluride’s credibility to new heights. Their huge accomplishment will go down in Kia history, and we couldn’t be more proud of our team.”
From Lake Tahoe to Mexico’s border, Team Telluriders graciously handled whatever challenges the course threw at them. After facing more formidable obstacles on rocky terrain at the start, Alyssa and Sabrina were keen on the Telluride’s strengths, using it to their advantage in the following days to result in several stage wins.
“Alyssa, Sabrina, and the Telluride did such a great job in this year’s rally,” said Rebelle Rally founder Emily Miller. We consider the vehicle as the third teammate, and all three handled the challenge with grace. They are an exceptional team.”
The team was able to clinch second place in the X-Cross class after excelling in the dunes, where the Telluride effortlessly floated over the sandy landscape to hit several checkpoints first before several competitors, taking the win for the most points scored on the final day of the competition.
“We are so proud of our overall performance and our comeback to take second in the X-Cross category at the 2020 Rebelle Rally,” said Alyssa and Sabrina. “On the final day, when we pulled up to checkpoints deep in the Imperial Sand Dunes and saw the look on the faces of the 4x4 teams when we beat them there - that is a memory that will stick in our minds for a long time. The Telluride was an incredibly capable third teammate, and we were grateful for the opportunity to take her on such an awesome adventure.”
Kia was a first-time competitor in the fifth annual Rebelle Rally, competing in the X-Cross Class with minimal modifications, including a skid plate to protect the fuel and oil pan area and all-terrain tires.
Alyssa Roenigk is a senior writer for ESPN and has committed countless adventure acts to pursue a story. She has reported cover pieces for ESPN The Magazine, TV features for X Games and SportsCenter, and provided daily coverage at the Olympics, Grand Slams, Super Bowls, and the Women’s World Cup. She was part of the first U.S. team to win the Aïcha des Gazelle Rally in Morocco.
Sabrina Howells is a Los Angeles-based actress (Everybody Hates Chris, Kaleidoscope, Freddy’s Nightmares) and musician (Henry Henrietta). She has competed in four consecutive Rallye Aïcha des Gazelles in Morocco, including the Expert Class in 2015. She competed in the Rebelle Rally in 2016, taking 1st place in the crossover class, and again in 2017, placing second.
Source: Kia Motors
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October 21, 2020
Porsche announces the new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid.
Photos: Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid. Images provided by Porsche AG.
Mumbai, India. — Porsche said it is completing the product line-up for the new Panamera with a 700 PS (514 kW), 870 Nm flagship. The new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid is now the most powerful variant in the revamped product line, combining a 571 PS (420 kW), four-liter bi-turbo V8 with a 136 PS (100 kW) electric motor. Its all-electric range has been increased by up to 30 percent, thanks to a new 17.9 kWh battery and optimized driving modes, the company said.
Porsche explained that the electric motor is integrated into the eight-speed dual-clutch transmission (PDK). It produces a power output of 136 PS (100 kW) maximum torque of 400 Nm. Together with the different combustion engines offered, this makes for outstanding driving performance. The new Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid now completes the sprint from zero to 100 km/h in 3.2 seconds - 0.2 seconds faster than its predecessor. It reaches a top speed of 315 km/h, representing an improvement of 5 km/h.
The high-voltage battery’s gross capacity has been increased from 14.1 to 17.9 kWh using the optimized cells. You can charge the Porsche plug-in hybrid model at home - either via a standard domestic outlet or a power socket. A model-specific charging capacity of up to 7.2 kW is possible with the customary Porsche Mobile Charger. Charging can also be done at public charging points using a Mode 3 cable, Porsche explained.
The newly designed front end of the Panamera Turbo S E-Hybrid has dual C-shaped Turbo front light modules and larger side air intakes. The revamped light bar at the rear now runs seamlessly over the luggage compartment lid with an adapted contour. The options available include darkened Exclusive Design tail light modules with dynamic Coming/Leaving Home animation, three new 20- and 21-inch wheels, and two new exterior colors, Cherry Metallic and Truffle Brown Metallic.
The Porsche Communication Management (PCM) features a higher display resolution and includes additional services such as wireless Apple® CarPlay.
Porsche stated that it has tuned in the chassis and control systems for sportiness and comfort in all-new Panamera models.
Source: Porsche India
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October 18, 2020
Academy Offers two-day Virtual Careers in Film Summit for High School and College Students.
• Panel discussions with Rick Baker, Tobin Bell, Gerard Bush, Christopher Renz, John Carpenter, Annie Chang, Jamie Lee Curtis, Lora Hirschberg, Andrea Kalas, and Shannon McIntosh, Gerard McMurray, Theresa Rygiel, Luis Sequeira, Terri Taylor, and more.
Photo: Regina King and Brad Pitt pose backstage with the Oscar for “Actor in a Supporting Role” during the live ABC Telecast of The 92nd Oscars at the Dolby Theatre in Hollywood, CA, on Sunday, February 9, 2020. Image provided by & copyright © Nick Agro / ©A.M.P.A.S. [File Photo]
LOS ANGELES, CA - The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences will present its 6th annual and first virtual Careers in Film Summit on Saturday, October 24 and Saturday, October 31. The two-day event will provide high school seniors and college students the opportunity to learn about careers in the motion picture industry from Academy members, Oscar-winning and nominated filmmakers, and other industry professionals.
In partnership with the Academy’s Science and Technology Council, the first day of panel discussions on October 24 highlight careers in science, technology, engineering, visual effects, and other post-production careers. The program schedule is as follows:
• 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Visual Effects from Around the World
Visual effects supervisors from Rome, Mumbai, Taiwan, Vancouver, New York, and Los Angeles
Greg Anderson, “Spider-Man 2”
Geeta Basantani, senior compositor, “Spider-Man: Far from Home.”
Gaia Bussolati, “Ford v Ferrari.”
Sherry Bharda, “War”
Ahdee Chiu, “The Wandering Earth”
Moderator: Theresa Rygiel, “John Wick: Chapter 3 - Parabellum”
• 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Color, Sound, and Editorial
Corinne Bogdanowicz, Senior Colorist, Light Iron
Jill Bogdanowicz, Co-Head of Features Color, Company 3
Lora Hirschberg, re-recording mixer, Skywalker Sound
Kate Morrison-Lyons, Manager, Production Workflow, UCAN Netflix
Joan Sobel, ACE film editor
Moderator: Shannon McIntosh, producer
• 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Science, Technology, and Engineering
Abigail Brady, software engineer (2017 Scientific and Technical Award recipient)
Andrea Kalas, SVP Asset Management, Paramount Pictures
Brian McLean, Director of Rapid Prototype, LAIKA (2015 Scientific and Technical Award recipient)
Rachel Rose, R&D supervisor, Industrial Light & Magic (2017 Scientific and Technical Award recipient)
Paige Warner, digital artist, Industrial Light & Magic (2016 Scientific and Technical Award recipient)
Moderator: Barbara Ford Grant, consultant, Movielabs
• 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Virtual Production Technology
Girish Balakrishnan, Director, Virtual Production, Netflix
Nomish Bhardwaj, FX technical director, “Puss in Boots 2,” DreamWorks Animation
Adrienne Klotz-Floyd, digital imaging technician (DIT)
Carol Alynn Payne, Imaging Specialist, Netflix
Horst Sarubin, Director, Production Technology, Universal Pictures
Moderator: Annie Chang, VP Creative Technologies, Universal Pictures
The October 31 Halloween edition features a horror genre theme highlighting animation, music, and careers in front of and behind the camera. The program schedule is as follows:
• 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
All Things Animation
Mike Belzer, animator, “The Nightmare before Christmas.”
Kendal Cronkhite, assistant art director, “The Nightmare before Christmas.”
Sandra Equihua, character designer, “The Book of Life.”
Jennifer Kluska, director/story artist, “Hotel Transylvania” films
Jackie Koehler, lead animator, “The Book of Life.”
Michelle Murdocca, producer, “Hotel Transylvania” films
Moderator: Randy Haberkamp, SVP Preservation and Foundation Programming, Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
• 11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Music in Horror Films
John Carpenter, writer/director/composer, “Halloween.”
Jamie Lee Curtis, actor, “Halloween.”
Moderator: Mike Muse, host of SiriusXM’s “The Mike Muse Show.”
• 1:30 p.m. - 2:45 p.m
Lights, Camera, Action…Boo!
Maxime Alexandre, cinematographer, “The Nun.”
Rick Baker, outstanding makeup effects creator, “The Wolfman.”
Luis Sequeira, costume designer, “It Chapter Two.”
Jennifer Spence, production designer, “The Conjuring: The Devil Made Me Do It.”
Checco Varese, cinematographer, “It Chapter Two.”
Moderator: Audrey Cleo Yap, multimedia journalist
• 3:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Working Above the Line
Tobin Bell, actor, “Saw.”
Gerard Bush, co-writer/producer/director, “Antebellum.”
Ian Cooper, producer, “Candyman.”
Gerard McMurray, director, “The First Purge.”
Christopher Renz, co-writer/producer/director, “Antebellum.”
Terri Taylor, casting director, “Get Out.”
Moderator: Mike Muse, host of SiriusXM’s “The Mike Muse Show.”
The event is free, but registration is required to obtain access.
Source: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
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October 17, 2020
Porsche 718 flagship models are now available with Automatic Transmission.
Photos: Porsche 718 Spyder. Images provided by Porsche AG.
Photo: Markus Atz, Project Manager, Porsche GT Model Line, with 718 Cayman GT4. Image provided by Porsche AG.
Photo: Holger Bartels, Teamleader, Porsche Motorsport Vehicle Dynamics/Performance Cayman, with 718 Cayman GT4. Image provided by Porsche AG.
Photo: Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. Image provided by Porsche AG.
Dubai/Mumbai — The Porsche 718 Spyder and the 718 Cayman GT4 models are now available with the seven-speed Porsche dual-clutch transmission (PDK), Porsche said.
The automatic transmission is now available for all drivers who want to enjoy no interruptions in acceleration during gear changes and better acceleration values. Compared with the 718 models featuring a manual transmission, the 420 PS (309 kW) GT models - the 718 Spyder and 718 Cayman GT4 - now accelerate from 0-100 km/h half a second faster, in 3.9 seconds. They reach the 200 km/h mark in 13.4 seconds (0.4 seconds more quickly).
The PDK versions of the 718 Spyder and 718 Cayman GT4 benefit from the enhancements made to their mechanical locking rear differential. It achieves 30 and 37 percent locking values in traction and overrun modes compared with 22 and 27 percent with manual transmission. The company explained that this positively affects the longitudinal and lateral dynamics and traction, increasing driving pleasure.
Porsche’s ‘718’ family will start the 2021 model year with a host of new features. High-quality Race-Tex material will replace the Alcantara fabric. The company would add vivid special paint Python Green to the color range of the GT models — 718 Cayman GT4 and 718 Spyder. The 718 Spyder will also be available with the 20-inch wheels in Aurum - this was previously only available for the 718 Cayman GT4. There will also be the option to equip the roadster with similarly-sized conventional summer tires instead of the standard ultra-high-performance tires.
The 718 Spyder and the 718 Cayman GT4 models with automatic transmission are available now. The nearest Porsche Center can provide information on the primary retail price, model specifications, and local availability.
Source: Porche AG
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Porsche 718 models in motion.
The new Porsche 718 Cayman GT4.
The new Porsche 718 Spyder.
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Send Warm Wishes With Winter Scenes
Photos: The ten photographs featured on the stamps show iconic winter scenes in the Northern United States.
WASHINGTON, Oct. 16, 2020 — The U.S. Postal Service today celebrated the winter season’s majesty and visual mystique by dedicating new Winter Scenes stamps.
The booklet of 20 captures the serenity of snowy seasonal landscapes. The ten photographs featured on the stamps show iconic scenes of winter in the Northern United States. Art director Derry Noyes designed the stamps with existing images taken by various photographers.
“The winter landscape shines with its special beauty,” said USPS Delivery Operations Vice President Joshua Colin. “The Postal Service shares scenes of that winter allure on these new stamps that hopefully will add brightness, color, and a bit of joy to your cards and letters.”
Five of the stamps feature winter wildlife images against their snowy habitats: a bright red cardinal, a colorful blue jay, two foraging deer, a majestic owl, and a chubby brown bunny. Two stamps feature barns, both a brilliant red that contrasts elegantly with the surrounding snow and evergreen trees.
The landscapes in two of the stamps focus on the beauty of freshly fallen snow; one shows a long lane bounded by tall trees with snow-covered branches, and the other features two towering evergreens covered in snow, highlighted against a cloudy sky and far-off hills. The final stamp depicts the joyous romp of two large brown horses pulling a sleigh through the snow.
The U.S. Postal Service has issued the Winter Scenes stamps as Forever stamps, which means that they are always equal in value to the current First-Class Mail 1-ounce price in the USA.
Source: U.S. Postal Service
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October 16, 2020
International Model Yilena Hernandez Featured on Cover of Vogue Beauty's October Issue
Photo: Yilena Hernandez appears on the cover of the October issue of Vogue Beauty - Ukraine.
BATON ROUGE, La., Oct. 15, 2020 — The past year has been a tough one by any standards as COVID-19 swept across the world. Yet, international model Yelena Hernandez says she hopes she played a role in distracting women from that via the fashion and beauty brands she modeled as the cover girl for multiple marquee fashion magazines this summer and fall.
Hernandez appeared on the covers of the June issue of Harper’s Bazaar in Vietnam, the July issue of Harper’s Bazaar in Romania, and the July issue of Marie Claire in Ukraine. And, this month, she is front and center in Vogue Beauty Ukraine.
In October’s “The Skin I Live In” issue, Hernandez showcases beauty products from her makeup line, Yilena Luxury Beauty, and lipstick from Runway Rogue. And though wardrobe took a backseat to skin health this time around, she also rocked chic all-white minimalistic looks by AWAN, Fernando Alberto Atelier, St. Roche, and Neiman Marcus.
“I take my job very seriously, and my goal with any shoot is to make the customer feel something. Since the pandemic started, I have tried very hard to help women escape the stressors of everyday life by helping them focus on the fun of fashion and beauty,” explained Hernandez. “The Vogue cover also means a lot to me as I was able to give consumers a glimpse at my makeup brand.”
“I am thrilled to have been chosen for the Vogue Beauty cover, and hope readers enjoy the issue. If nothing else, COVID has taught us that we need to seize the moment and make the most of our time and talents. For my part, I will continue to use career opportunities to bring some needed levity during this crazy time,” she added.
Source: Yilena Hernandez
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October 15, 2020
University Grants Commission (UGC) India Extends the Last Date for Submission of Applications from Higher Educational Institutions for offering Online Programmes.
• University Grants Commission (UGC) India Extends the Last Date for Submission of Applications from Higher Educational Institutions for offering Online Programmes.
— October 15, 2020.
• University Grants Commission (UGC) India issues Public Notice inviting Applications from Higher Educational Institutions for entitlement to offer Online Programmes without UGC’s prior approval.
— October 1, 2020.
Source: UGC, India
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October 14, 2020
Ducati Claims Historic Race Win in MotoAmerica Superbikes at World-Famous Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
• Ten years since Ducati’s last Superbike Championship win on American soil, Italian Rider Lorenzo Zanetti secures an impressive first victory for the Warhorse HSBK Ducati New York Team on the Panigale V4 R SBK at the hallowed grounds of The Brickyard.
Photo: Lorenzo Zanetti (Warhorse Racing HSBK Ducati New York Team - Ducati #87) Racing a Ducati Panigale V4 R SBK at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. Image credit: Ducati North America.
Photo: Danilo Petrucci took an extraordinary victory at the MotoGP French Grand Prix, held on October 11 at the historic Bugatti Circuit in Le Mans. The Ducati Team rider secured his second success in the premier class, bringing the Ducati Desmosedici GP bike for the first time on the podium’s higher step at the French race track. Image credit: Ducati.
SUNNYVALE, Calif., October 14, 2020 — This weekend marked a historic moment for Ducati as their Italian rider Lorenzo Zanetti took a phenomenal victory at the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship at Indianapolis Motor Speedway. He fended off the best superbike racers’ advances in the United States and made a memorable U.S. debut for the Ducati Corse-supplied Panigale V4 R SBK.
The victory was the first time since 2010 that a Ducati had won a Superbike Championship Race in the U.S.A.
Zanetti immediately made an impression in the first of the weekend’s three Superbike races. The Ducati Corse test rider ran off the track while leading, then miraculously found his way back onto the track and fought his way back for a debut podium spot in third place. In race two, Zanetti, determined to show the full potential of the Ducati Panigale V4 R SBK, picked his moment to take the lead in the closing laps and powered the Ducati across the famous yard of bricks to finish in the first place.
“In the end, it was an amazing weekend for me with three podiums and a victory. It is unbelievable,” Zanetti beamed after race three. “I’m thrilled. It was a great day. Thanks to Ducati for giving me the chance to race against the best riders in the United States. They are World Championship level riders. I like the American people, so I hope to be back racing again more next year.”
A native of Brescia, Italy, Zanetti is the official test rider for Ducati Corse and is riding in the MotoAmerica series for the Warhorse Racing HSBK Ducati New York team.
The Warhorse HSBK Ducati New York Team will be back on track with Zanetti on the weekend of October 24 and 25 at WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca for the final round of the MotoAmerica Superbike Championship.
Source: Ducati North America
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7 different winners in the 2020 #MotoGP season ðŸ†@Petrux9 takes victory at the #FrenchGP 🙌 pic.twitter.com/QiBcRuOcLV
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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Istanbul, Turkey. October 12-16, 2020.
Photos: Models walk the runway during the Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week in Istanbul, Turkey. Photos by Ekrem Serif Egeli/Getty Images for IHKIB. Copyright © 2020 Getty Images. Images provided by Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Istanbul.
Source: Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week, Istanbul
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Mercedes-Benz Fashion Week Istanbul, Turkey: Day 2.
NEDO by Nedret TaciroÄŸlu Runway.
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October 12, 2020
India's Education Minister congratulates Punjab and all Citizens of India on the Inauguration of the Ultra-modern New Campus of Central University of Punjab, Bathinda.
Photo: The Union Education Minister, Dr. Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, virtually inaugurated the ultra-modern New University Campus & Newly Constructed Buildings of the Central University of Punjab, Bathinda (CUPB), in New Delhi on October 12, 2020.
New Delhi, October 12, 2020 — India’s Education Minister, Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank, virtually inaugurated the ultra-modern New University Campus & Newly Constructed Buildings of the Central University of Punjab, Bathinda (CUPB) today. Smt. Harsimrat Kaur Badal, Member of Parliament, Bathinda Lok Sabha Parliamentary Constituency, was also present.
The Minister inaugurated a total of 10 Buildings and a University Insignia Monument at CUPB New Campus. These construction works come under ‘Phase-1A’ of the development plan of CUPB New Campus, the foundation stone of which was laid on September 7, 2015, by the then Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Smt. Smriti Zubin Irani and the then Chief Minister of Punjab, Sardar Parkash Singh Badal.
The names of buildings inaugurated are Aryabhatta Academic Block, Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Guest House, Shaheed Bhagat Singh PG Boys’ Hostel, Mata Gujari PG Girls Hostel, Annapurna Bhojnalya Bhawan, Rai Bahadur Sir Ganga Ram Water Treatment & Supply Centre, Sir M. Visvesvaraya Sewerage Treatment Plant, Radhakrishnan Residential Complex, APJ Abdul Kamal Residential Complex, Swami Dayanand Saraswati Residential Complex.
Mr. Pokhriyal appreciated that the Central University of Punjab is doing remarkable work in education & research. He praised CUPB for implementing the best administrative and teaching practices; the University Grants Commission is considering implementing them in other universities as well, he said. It is a matter of pride for Punjab that the teachers at CUPB got trained from the best universities in countries like America, Canada, Germany, England, Israel, Japan, and Australia. Not only this, the University also has students from 28 states of the country, faculty from 19 states, and staff from 12 states, he further added.
Mr. Nishank congratulated Punjab and all citizens of India on the inauguration of the CUPB New Campus. The Minister also praised the CUPB family for creating an environmentally friendly and green campus by planting more than 40,000 trees inside the campus. He expressed his firm belief that CUPB faculty and students will set high-water marks in infrastructural growth in academic and co-academic excellence in this state of the art new campus.
Smt Harsimrat Kaur Badal congratulated CUPB employees, students, and Punjab people on the New Campus of the Central University of Punjab. She stated that Bathinda City will now be known as the education hub of Punjab as students from across the country and overseas will come here for quality education.
Prof. (Dr.) Raghavendra P. Tiwari, the Vice-Chancellor of the Central University of Punjab, stated that the lush green new campus of CUPB spreads in 500 acres. It is the first of its kind campus in the country that is environment-friendly & energy-efficient.
Prof. Tiwari said that this day would be historic for Punjab, Punjabi, and Punjabiyat. The ultra-modern New Campus of the Central University of Punjab, situated at Punjab’s holy land, would benefit India’s youngsters with quality education.
Source: Ministry of Education, Government of India
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October 11, 2020
The Breitling Navitimer Automatic 35 — A Legendary Timepiece for the Cosmopolitan Woman.
Breitling presented the elegant 35-millimeter Navitimer Automatic, designed for women of style, action, and purpose. Reflecting more than 65 years of history, the modern take on the Navitimer Automatic 35 has a distinctly sophisticated personality inspired by some of the most impressive Breitlings of the 1950s. Women who wear the Navitimer Automatic 35 will be wearing a timepiece that not only reflects their unique, stylish flair but also carries on one of the watchmaking’s greatest traditions, the company said.
According to Breitling, its Navitimer Automatic 35 is the ultimate statement of elegance and the perfect accessory for any occasion, whether it’s a meeting in the boardroom or a weekend getaway.
With a choice of colorful dials, a mother-of-pearl dial set with diamonds, and alligator leather straps, Breitling says it has designed these stunning new models for the cosmopolitan, stylish woman on the go.
Breitling CEO Georges Kern is enthusiastic about the new release: “With the Navitimer Automatic 35, we have created a watch that reflects what women have been telling us: They’ve asked for a stylish, smaller Navitimer that doesn’t sacrifice heritage or functionality. It needed to be recreated just for women and suitable for any occasion. With different cases and strap options, we’ve introduced what modern women look for in a watch, even those who may not have previously considered wearing a Breitling.”
The Navitimer Automatic 35 is available in four different versions, each powered by the Breitling Caliber 17, which delivers a power reserve of about 38 hours. Like all Breitling watches, they are COSC-certified chronoÂmeters, which is an independent confirmation of their precision.
Source: Breitling
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The Breitling Navitimer Automatic 35: Introducing a Legend to Women around the World.
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October 9, 2020
University of Oxford's Role-playing Computer Game helps Players understand How Vaccines Work on a Global Scale.
Photo: Oxford: High Street (Oxfordshire). Image credit: Michael Day.
Photo: A screenshot of the University of Oxford’s Vaccination Game. The computer game helps Players understand How Vaccines Work on a Global Scale. Image credit: Professor Hal Drakesmith.
Oxford, October 9, 2020 — A free game launched today allows players to role-play a virtual vaccine’s deployment to help to halt the global spread of a viral pandemic. The Vaccination Game, created by researchers at the University of Oxford’s MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine, in collaboration with Goldsmiths, University of London, challenges players to figure out how they can deploy limited doses of the vaccine to best control a disease modeled on influenza.
Professor Hal Drakesmith and colleagues conceived the idea of developing a game. They are part of a research network focussing on immunizing babies and mothers to fight infections in low and middle-income countries. Following funding from, and in collaboration with, the IMPRINT research network, they were able to begin developing the game.
“We originally had the idea of the game and began developing it back in 2019, with influenza as our example disease,” said Professor Drakesmith. “Then COVID-19 struck, and the ideas behind the game are much more relevant.”
“Our game isn’t intended as a modeling or simulation tool, or meant to predict real-world scenarios,” Professor Drakesmith said. “Instead, we hope it’s educational, as it illustrates how vaccines can work on a global scale and shows that precisely how we deploy a vaccine across populations can be crucial to its effectiveness.”
Professor Drakesmith and his group collaborated with the Analysis, Visualisation, and Informatics group based in the University of Oxford’s MRC Weatherall Institute of Molecular Medicine to develop the game. They also worked with Goldsmiths, University of London, to produce the final version based on mathematical models of how a virus spreads and what effect a vaccine might have.
The virtual vaccine in the game is available in limited doses per week, and the player has to decide who to vaccinate in each of the 99 cities worldwide that are part of the game. Finally, the player receives a report on how well they played the game and how many lives were saved by the vaccine.
Steve Taylor, Group Leader of the Analysis, Visualisation and Informatics group, said, “You can replay the game multiple times to improve strategy and save more lives - it is possible to do very well!”
Professor Drakesmith concludes, “We hope players find The Vaccination Game interesting, useful, and fun to play.”
Source: The University of Oxford
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October 8, 2020
Automobili Lamborghini launches its first collector's digital stamp in collaboration with Bitstamps, dedicated to the Huracán EVO RWD Spyder.
Photos: Lamborghini Stamp. Lamborghini Huracán EVO RWD Spyder. Images provided by Lamborghini.
Sant’Agata Bolognese (Italy) — Automobili Lamborghini, together with Bitstamps, recently launched a digital stamp via an App designed to create and collect digital stamps. The first collaboration is dedicated to the Huracán EVO RWD Spyder, the model Lamborghini unveiled at the beginning of May 2020, following the company’s reopening after the COVID-19 shutdown.
The stamp is part of a themed series dedicated to the Sant’Agata Bolognese company’s history and over 20 of its most iconic cars: The Automobili Lamborghini Collection. The Huracán EVO RWD Spyder stamp is available by downloading the Bitstamps App. in a limited and numbered edition of 20,000 pieces.
Each stamp is a “single” digital object: its history and uniqueness are guaranteed by Blockchain technology. The stamp can be purchased, collected, or resold precisely like a paper stamp, Lamborghini said.
Within their collection album, Lamborghini fans will be able to admire their stamps, check the progress of their collection, and the stamps not yet acquired. They would be able to decide whether to give them as a gift by sending them with an e-card, or resell them on the Marketplace that will open in the next few months, Lamborghini elaborated.
Source: Lamborghini
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October 4, 2020
TCS OmniStore™ Wins Award for Excellence in Omnichannel Interactive Customer Experience
• ICXA Recognized Tata Consultancy Services’ Unified Commerce Platform for Delivering Seamless Omnichannel Customer Experiences.
Photo: TATA Consultancy Services in the courtyard of Egmont Palace, Brussels, Belgium. Image Credit: European Business Summit.
NEW YORK and MUMBAI, India, October 3, 2020 — Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), announced that its unified commerce platform, TCS OmniStore™, has won the Interactive Customer Experience (ICX) Association Elevate Award for Best Omnichannel ICX. TCS is a leading global IT service, consulting, and business solutions organization.
The ICX Association annually gives its Elevate Awards to recognize achievements in engaging customer experiences. It recognized TCS OmniStore for using interactive technologies to create transcendent brand experiences that captivate and engage customers across multiple channels, such as mobile, web, and in-store.
Part of the TCS Algo Retail™ suite, TCS OmniStore, provides a unified experience of carts, wish lists, promotions, and orders, with connected context between online and store; brings customers, products, and associates together; and creates digital, experiential hubs. Powered by a headless commerce architecture, it helps businesses cater to evolving touchpoints by building new services and apps quickly without worrying about channel constraints.
TCS OmniStore helps retailers contextually bind scenarios, processes, data, and insights on to a single platform, thereby increasing checkout speed by five times and sales by 20 percent. It serves diverse business lines—general merchandise, discount, specialty, fashion, restaurant, post office, telecom, and travel and hospitality industries.
“TCS OmniStore is an outcome of our strong vision, belief in unified commerce, and our sustained investments in the Algo Retail suite. By enabling omnichannel by default, the platform helps businesses deliver seamless, connected customer experiences and drive growth. We are pleased to receive the Elevate Award that recognizes our passion for innovation and the market success of our TCS OmniStore platform,” said Shankar Narayanan, Business Group Head, Retail, CPG, Travel & Hospitality, TCS.
“TCS OmniStore has leveraged omnichannel technology to enable the customer to take full control of their shopping experience no matter what shopping environment they are most comfortable using,” commented Elliot Maras, Editor, KioskMarketplace.com and one of the awards judges.
TCS’ Algo Retail suite enables retailers to integrate and orchestrate data flows across the retail value chain. The Retail Suite harnesses the power of analytics, Artificial Intelligence, and machine learning to unlock exponential business value.
Tata Consultancy Services is an IT services, consulting, and business solutions organization that has been partnering with many of the world’s largest businesses in their transformation journeys for over 50 years.
A part of the Tata group, India’s largest multinational business group, TCS has over 443,000 of the world’s best-trained consultants in 46 countries.
Source: Tata Consultancy Services
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Reebok and Angus Chiang Play With Color and Texture in New Capsule Collection
Boston, MA. October 3, 2020 - Today, Reebok announces its collection with contemporary menswear designer Angus Chiang. The line, comprised of three colorways of the Zig Kinetica Concept Type 2, was initially revealed during Paris Fashion Week earlier this year.
The Angus Chiang first-generation digital era designs heavily inspire reebok Zig Kinetica Concept Type 2. The footwear styles are a quintessential merger of loud Reebok designs and Angus’s bold color blocking, a key pillar of his work, Reebok said. Further playing with the idea of clashing harmonization, the materials used, such as corduroy, leather, and canvas, make for an elevated look and feel that comes together despite the different components used, Reebok added.
The Zig Kinetica Concept Type 2, Reebok explains, is a luxe spin on its innovative, original Zig Kinetica. In addition to the fashion-forward silhouette, the sneaker contains revolutionary cushioning to propel you forward with springy responsiveness. The Angus Chiang designed Reebok Zig Kinetica Concept Type 2 will come in three colorways: white/red/black, yellow/white/black, and blue/green/white.
Source: Reebok
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