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Photos: Band performing at the ‘Beating Retreat’ ceremony, at Vijay Chowk, in New Delhi on January 29, 2022.
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- California buyer sets record for the world’s most valuable silver coin and the second-highest price ever paid for any rare coin.
Photo: Believed by many rare coin researchers to be the first silver dollar struck by the United States Mint, this 1794-dated dollar has been purchased for a record $12 million by GreatCollections Coin Auctions of Irvine, California from Las Vegas, Nevada collector Bruce Morelan. Image credit: GreatCollections Coin Auctions.
IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 28, 2022 — A Las Vegas, Nevada resident has sold his prized possession, a superb condition silver dollar made in 1794. Many rare coin experts believe it is the first silver dollar ever struck by the United States Mint. It has been purchased for a record $12 million by GreatCollections Coin Auctions of Irvine, California.
- George Washington, Alexander Hamilton, and Thomas Jefferson may have seen it.
Vegas business executive Bruce Morelan paid $10,016,875 for the acclaimed rare coin in 2013, a record at the time, and exhibited it across the country and in Europe. One of the coin’s previous owners was Amon G. Carter Sr. (1879-1955) of Texas, a former Fort Worth Star-Telegram newspaper publisher.
Ian Russell, president of GreatCollections, said, “Because of its sharpness of detail, researchers believe this coin was especially struck, perhaps as a presentation of the country’s first dollar coin. President George Washington, Treasury Secretary Alexander Hamilton, and then-Secretary of State Thomas Jefferson, who oversaw the young United States Mint, may have seen this coin because of its significance. Without question, this is America’s most coveted silver dollar, a national numismatic treasure. It gave me chills closing the transaction for this piece of history.”
Intended to help replace Spanish, English, Dutch, and French coins commonly in circulation in the USA’s post-Colonial era, the United States Mint delivered a total of 1,758 silver dollars made in Philadelphia on a hand-turned coining press to government officials in October 1794.
“Only about 140 still survive, and this 1794 silver dollar is the only known specimen-striking, substantially better than the examples in the Smithsonian Institution’s National Numismatic Collection and the American Numismatic Association museum,” said Russell.
The front of the dollar depicts 1794 with a symbolic female representation of liberty and the word LIBERTY. The design on the back is an eagle surrounded by a wreath and the words, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA.
Experts authenticated the coin at Professional Coin Grading Service and designated it as a specially-made specimen strike. They graded it as a great, mint state 66 on the numismatic grading scale of 1 to 70. John Albanese, founder of Certified Acceptance Corporation in Far Hills, New Jersey, negotiated the sale transaction with GreatCollections on behalf of Morelan.
Morelan, 60, began collecting at the age of six. “Coins are in my blood, and the 1794 dollar was a lifelong dream,” he stated. “I’m truly blessed to have owned it and hope the new owner has as much joy, pride, and satisfaction as I did.”
“This 1794 silver dollar was the world’s most valuable rare coin for nearly a decade after Morelan purchased it for $10 million in 2013. At its latest sale price of $12 million, it is the world’s most valuable silver coin and now the second most valuable rare coin of any kind. Last year’s $18.9 million sales of the 1933 Saint-Gaudens Double Eagle (U.S. $20 denomination) gold coin set the new record,” explained Russell. He exhibited that gold piece at the 2021 Chicago World’s Fair of Money on behalf of its anonymous new owner.
GreatCollections is an auction house for certified coins and banknotes, handling both private transactions and public auctions from start to finish. Since its founding in 2010, GreatCollections has successfully auctioned over 995,000 certified coins, making it one of the leading accredited coin companies in the United States, with annual sales in 2021 exceeding $235 million.
Source: GreatCollections
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Photo: Howitzer Mark-1 passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Naval Marching Contingent passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Naval Band passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Combined Band of Bihar Regimental Centre, Army Service Corps Center, and Army Ordnance Corps Centre passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Sikh Light Infantry Regiment Marching Contingent passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Combined Band of JAI LI Regimental Center, Army Medical Corps Center, and 14 Gorkha Training Centre passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Assam Regiment Marching Contingent passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Rajput Regiment Marching Contingent passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Glimpse of the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, at Rajpath, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Glimpse of the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, at Rajpath, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Glimpse of the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, at Rajpath, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Border Security Force (BSF) Camel Band passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: Tiger Cat Missile System passes through the Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
Photo: A bird’s eye view of Rajpath, at the 73rd Republic Day Celebrations, in New Delhi on January 26, 2022.
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Photos: The Secretary, Ministry of Culture, Mr. Govind Mohan, visiting Rajpath to review the installation of Gigantic Kala Kumbh Scrolls created at Chandigarh and Odissa for Republic Day 2022 in New Delhi on January 20, 2022.
New Delhi, January 20, 2022 — The gigantic and spectacular scrolls created at Chandigarh and Odissa under the unique initiative ‘Kala Kumbh’ have been installed at the Rajpath for the Republic Day 2022 celebrations. The scrolls adorn either side of the Rajpath and present an awe-inspiring view. Secretary, Culture, Govind Mohan visited Rajpath and inspected the installations.
These scrolls analyze the potential of art to express national pride and excellence with varied forms of craftwork from diverse geographical locations of the country. More than five hundred artists have diligently researched upon, painted enthusiastically, and participated in special workshops or ‘Kala Kumbh’ at two locations, Odisha and Chandigarh.
Briefing media persons, Mr. Govind Mohan said that as we celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, the 750 m long scrolls are a unique initiative of the Ministry of Culture and Ministry of Defence. He added that local artists from different regions had painted the magnificent scrolls that primarily portray the tales of bravery of unsung heroes of the freedom struggle. The scrolls reflect the varied art forms of these artists brought together on a single platform in the true spirit of Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat, the Secretary explained. Mr. Govind Mohan further said that after Republic Day, the scrolls will be taken to different parts of the country and exhibited as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
At Odisha, the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi collaborated with Kalinga Institute of Technology and Silicon Institute of Technology in Bhubaneswar from 11th - 17th December. At Chandigarh, the National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, collaborated with Chitkara University Chandigarh from December 25, 2021, to January 2, 2022.
Kala Kumbh, Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, reflects the essence of unity in diversity while also analyzing the initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture, and achievements.
Source: Ministry of Culture, Government of India
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Yearlong Competition Launched in 2021 Elevates the Most Promising Urban Innovations to Emerge from the Pandemic
The Winning Cities Receiving $1 Million and Multi-Year Technical Support are Amman, Jordan; Bogotá, Colombia; Butuan, Philippines; Freetown, Sierra Leone; Hermosillo, Mexico; Istanbul, Turkey; Kigali, Rwanda; Kumasi, Ghana; Paterson, New Jersey, USA; Phoenix, Arizona, USA; Rochester, Minnesota, USA; Rotterdam, the Netherlands; Rourkela, India; Vilnius, Lithuania; and Wellington, New Zealand.
NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2022 — Bloomberg Philanthropies has announced the 15 winning cities of the 2021-2022 Global Mayors Challenge, the fifth edition of the worldwide innovation competition that supports and spreads cities’ most promising ideas. Bloomberg has recognized these 15 winners for designing the boldest and most ambitious urban innovations to emerge from the global COVID-19 Pandemic. The winning statements address one or more of four current issue areas in cities, including economic recovery and inclusive growth, health and wellbeing; climate and environment; and gender and equality. Each city will be awarded one million dollars in addition to technical support and coaching over three years to bring their ideas to life.
“As the world works to address the profound public health and economic effects of the ongoing pandemic, cities can implement innovative ideas at a pace that national governments simply can’t match,” said Michael R. Bloomberg. He is the founder of Bloomberg Philanthropies and Bloomberg L.P. and 108th Mayor of New York City. “Our fifteen winners offer bold, achievable plans to improve health, reduce unemployment, empower women, and more. Collectively, they have the potential to improve millions of their residents’ lives - and the most successful solutions will inspire cities around the world to embrace them,” he added.
⢠The 15 winners of the 2021-2022 Bloomberg Philanthropies Global Mayors Challenge are:
The 15 winning cities hail from 13 nations on six continents and collectively represent more than 30 million residents. They got selected from among 50 Champion Cities that spent the past four months working with residents to rigorously test and refine their projects. With the most applicants to date, mayors from 631 cities in 99 countries submitted their boldest ideas to the 2021-2022 competition, nearly twice the number of cities that applied to the last Bloomberg Philanthropies’ Mayors Challenge in 2018.
The winners were selected based on four criteria: Vision; Potential for impact; Feasibility, and Transferability. The ideas provide a powerful snapshot of the innovation priorities of hundreds of the world’s cities. The most common themes of the winning innovations focus on reducing unemployment, improving health, and addressing climate change. Four of the winning city projects also have an explicit gender-equality lens. In addition, cities developed new ways to deliver city services to residents and approaches to combat the opioid epidemic. All of the submissions were generated in part through participatory processes with residents.
⢠The 15 winning projects are:
⢠Africa (20% of winning cities)
Freetown, Sierra Leone: Create a vibrant new digital marketplace supporting tree maintenance and the urban canopy using digital technologies
Kigali, Rwanda: Introduce a smart-waste system that improves sanitation and water quality in the city
Kumasi, Ghana: Address waste-management and youth unemployment crises by training young people to install toilets
⢠Asia-Pacific (20% of winning cities)
Butuan, Philippines: Strengthen local food production by empowering farmers to make smarter decisions through a new agri-business model
Rourkela, India: Provide cold-storage units to women co-ops to empower female food vendors, reduce food waste, and increase access to fresh foods
Wellington, New Zealand: Create a “virtual twin” of the city that helps residents to understand climate change impacts better, promoting resident action
⢠Europe (20% of winning cities)
Istanbul, Turkey: Foster city-wide mutual aid through a program that crowdsources contributions to meet basic needs for those in need
Rotterdam, Netherlands: Use digital tokens to create incentives for local businesses to hire vulnerable residents
Vilnius, Lithuania: Take lessons learned during Covid to create more resilient K-12 education models, especially those that tap the “city as a classroom.”
⢠South America (7% of winning cities)
⢠Middle East (7% of winning cities)
⢠North America (26% of winning cities)
Hermosillo, Mexico: Create eco-friendly employment opportunities that benefit both the environment and underemployed women
Paterson, New Jersey: Respond to residents struggling with Opioid Use Disorder by fulfilling requests for lifesaving medication within 90 minutes through a coordinated effort among police, first responders, hospitals, and pharmacies.
Phoenix, Arizona: Combat rising unemployment - especially among people lacking Internet access - by creating mobile units that provide job seekers access to resources, training, and opportunities
Rochester, Minnesota: Bring more women of color into high paying construction jobs by coordinating with contractors and facilitating training
The 2021-2022 Global Mayors Challenge builds on the success of four previous Bloomberg Philanthropies Challenges in the U.S. (2013 and 2018), Europe (2014), and Latin America and the Caribbean (2016). Thirty-eight ideas have won the Mayors Challenge since its launch in 2013 and often yield such powerful results that other cities replicate them.
The Mayors Challenge selection committee helped Bloomberg Philanthropies select the 15 new winners. The committee is co-chaired by Bloomberg Philanthropies board member Mellody Hobson, Co-CEO & President, Ariel Investments; and David Miliband, President & CEO, International Rescue Committee, and includes a wide range of global experts:
“When it comes to solving issues of equality and access, people need people,” said Mellody Hobson. “Each of the winning teams took a people-first, novel approach to improve their community. I am looking forward to seeing the long-term impact generated by these projects around the world.”
“At a time when the world needs ambitious solutions, these cities are delivering,” said David Miliband. “They stood out from the 631 applicants for their vision and leadership and will hopefully deliver real results for residents.”
The 15 winning cities will now enter a three-year implementation period with a $1 million grant and complete technical assistance. During this time, the cities will work diligently to evolve and scale their ideas into a real-life program to improve residents’ lives. Cities will also share their ideas with additional cities worldwide to enable these tested innovations to spread.
“The Mayors Challenge shows that there can be a positive legacy to emerge from all the hardship of the past two years - and that it’s happening in our cities,” said James Anderson. He leads the Government Innovation program at Bloomberg Philanthropies. “Now we turn to help these mayors implement their ideas, evaluate, and spread the ideas that produce a big impact.”
Bloomberg Philanthropies invests in 941 cities and 173 countries worldwide to ensure better, longer lives for the most significant number of people. The organization focuses on five critical areas for creating lasting change: the Arts, Education, Environment, Government Innovation, and Public Health. Bloomberg Philanthropies encompasses all of Michael R. Bloomberg’s giving, including his foundation, corporate, and personal philanthropy, as well as Bloomberg Associates, a pro bono consultancy that works in cities around the world. In 2021, Bloomberg Philanthropies distributed $1.66 billion.
Source: Bloomberg Philanthropies
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⢠NGO to work to restore, advance, promote Chandigarh’s glory and restitute it as a development model across the globe.
CHANDIGARH, India, January 18, 2022 — With the mission of creating a future full of opportunities, tolerance, social justice, and community well-being at its core, a first-of-its-kind NGO dedicated to the development and welfare of Chandigarh city — Chandigarh Welfare Trust got launched here, today. The Trust aims to align with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, including Education, Gender Equality, Health & Well-Being, Economic Growth, Peace, Justice, Strong Institutions, Poverty, and Climate Action.
Mr. Satnam Singh Sandhu, Chancellor, Chandigarh University, and Founder, Chandigarh Welfare Trust, formally launched the NGO. Members of the Governing Body of the Trust were also present.
Talking to the media, Mr. Satnam Singh Sandhu said that Chandigarh was the first modern city in the country and is among very few such cities worldwide to combine monumental architecture, cultural growth, and modernization. “However, with passing times, things have changed due to the growing population and considerable stagnancy in related resources. This NGO is an attempt to restore and promote Chandigarh’s glory and restitute it as a model of development for other cities in India and elevate its standing among the cities of the world,” he said.
Mr. Sandhu said that the Chandigarh Welfare Trust will work for everyone and will need the support of everyone. The Trust will be working tirelessly, besides providing a platform to others, especially the young generation, to contribute to the development and social service of the city.
“The Chandigarh Welfare Trust aims to work for community well-being and sustainable welfare, besides making the Chandigarh city a leader in all aspects including sanitation, education, cleanliness, quality of life, and health. The Trust will bring together 127 NGOs in the union territory, thousands of individual social workers, UT administration and Municipal Corporation in this mission,” he said.
“A couple of decades ago, we started our journey in serving the society with the establishment of Chandigarh Group of Colleges, followed by the foundation of Chandigarh University a decade later. With the love and support of this city and its citizens, we have today established ourselves as leaders in higher education, matching and even surpassing the global standard. This NGO is a sincere effort at paying back to Chandigarh city and its citizens. Through this, the Trust would provide necessary funds, volunteers, and support to the organizations that are constantly striving to develop the city,” Sandhu added.
He informed that the Trust had identified two projects that require immediate attention and has started working on these already. These are improving the ranking of Chandigarh in Swacchh Bharat Index and establishing it as the cleanest city of the country, and improving the positioning of Chandigarh in the Ease of Living Index.
Emphasizing that Chandigarh gains immensely from the different languages, cultures, customs, and beliefs of the people from all parts of the country that it hosts, Sandhu said, “With such diverse population and culture, Chandigarh is a contemporary metropolis. With 86% literacy rate and 53% of its population working and 38% young- the people of Chandigarh will play a deciding role in providing the impetus in making this city beautiful, recognized at the global map.”
To make this world a peaceful and prosperous place, now and into the future, Chandigarh Welfare Trust will align its energies and functioning with the eight Sustainable Development Goals of the United Nations.
“The Trust has thus identified Equity, Empowerment, Protection, Promotion, and Conservation as its key focus sectors,” Mr. Sandhu said.
Chandigarh University is a NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) A+ Grade University and an autonomous educational institution located near Chandigarh in Punjab.
Source: Chandigarh University
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⢠The annual award recognizes women peacebuilders from conflict-affected countries.
WASHINGTON, January 13, 2022 — The U.S. Institute of Peace (USIP) has announced that nominations are open for the 2022 Women Building Peace Award. This prestigious annual award honors women building peace in countries impacted by violent conflict.
The nominations period will run until February 14, 2022. USIP will recognize the awardee at a ceremony in October 2022.
Countless women risk their lives to create peace in their communities, leading movements for justice and inclusivity despite often being overlooked in their efforts. USIP said it is committed to doing more to support and celebrate these women and the impact they have as agents of peace. USIP invites organizations and people across the globe to take part in identifying and honoring exceptional women who have dedicated their lives to peace.
USIP strongly encourages nominations for women who have not been previously recognized for their peacebuilding work. USIP will review the nominations on the following criteria:
Commitment to Peace: A woman who shows a commitment to peace through her work to prevent or resolve conflict nonviolently in a fragile or conflict-affected country or region.
Exceptional Leadership: A woman who embodies outstanding leadership through her vision and innovation and has earned the respect of others in the pursuit of peace.
Outstanding Practitioner: A woman who is a peacebuilding practitioner and works with members of local, national, or international communities in an inclusive and participatory manner.
Substantial Impact: A woman whose peacebuilding work has led to tangible results.
Women Building Peace Council, a group of distinguished experts who advise USIP on matters of gender and peacebuilding, will choose the 2022 award winner.
Previous Women Building Peace Award recipients include Josephine Ekiru of Kenya and Rita Lopidia of South Sudan. USIP has recognized nineteen women as finalists for the award since its inception in 2019.
The United States Institute of Peace is a national, nonpartisan, independent Institute founded by Congress and dedicated to the proposition that a world without violent conflict is possible, practical, and essential for the U.S. and global security. The Institute works with local partners to prevent, mitigate, and resolve violent conflict in conflict zones abroad. In addition, USIP works with governments and civil societies to build local capacities to manage conflict peacefully to reduce future crises and the need for costly interventions. The Institute pursues its mission by linking research, policy, training, analysis, and direct action to support those working to build a more peaceful, inclusive world.
Source: United States Institute of Peace
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Photo: The top-scoring countries in the World Citizenship Report (WCR).
LONDON, Jan. 12, 2022 — CS Global Partners, one of the world’s leading government advisory and marketing firms, has released its much-anticipated World Citizenship Report (WCR). The WCR showcases the World Citizenship Index (WCI), a unique tool that compares world citizenships from the perspective of a global citizen. The index’s methodology evaluates 187 jurisdictions across five key motivators defining citizenship for the global citizen.
Reliance was placed on official statistics to evaluate a score for the defined motivators of Safety and Security, Quality of Life, Economic Opportunity, Global Mobility, and Financial Freedom. Backed by research from leading data banks, interviews, and a survey undertaken by over 500 wealthy investors, the WCR looks beyond passport strength and emphasizes pivotal factors that play a role in choosing the proper second citizenship.
Micha Emmett, the CEO of CS Global Partners, said that the WCR stands apart from other reports in the industry. Because it “examines which countries offer the most benefits for global citizens, particularly in a post-COVID world where those that have the means are consistently searching for greater opportunities and better protection.”
“We wanted to capture what truly concerns and affects a global citizen,” she said. “When there are options to gain a second or third citizenship, the first question in a High-net-worth individual (HNWI) mind is ‘where is the next place to be associated with?’”
“High-net-worth individuals must consider a myriad of factors when deciding something as monumental as where to obtain second citizenship and build a second home. While passport strength is, of course, an important component, it is also one that is subject to the greatest change as evidenced by pandemic-related travel restrictions,” she added.
Results show Switzerland scoring the highest with 88.1, followed by Denmark (88.0) in second place and Finland, Norway and Sweden tied for third (86.9). Notably, global superpowers such as the United States did not rank in the top ten, symbolizing a significant shift in what these economic giants can tangibly offer the global elite. Comparatively, Asia emerged as a hub for economic prosperity due to its business advantages, particularly Japan, ranked sixth, and Singapore, ranked seventh.
Aside from analyzing the performance of countries, the WCR looks at ways HNWIs protect and grow their wealth. It includes implementing an effective financial plan that considers inheritance and wealth taxes and investing in emerging valuable assets like cryptocurrency.
The report finds that citizenship by investment (CBI) is also an effective tool for the world’s wealthiest, and it has become a trend exacerbated during the pandemic. CBI offers an alternative and time-effective solution for those who do not have a marriage, descent, or naturalization attachment to other countries. It ultimately enables applicants to obtain a second citizenship, often within three to four months, without any former ties to the nation, as long as they can pass a multi-tiered vetting procedure.
According to the report, entrepreneurs and business people actively sought investments that stood the test of time during the thick of lockdowns. While predicting the future isn’t possible, keeping abreast of global trends has enabled many HNWIs and global citizens to identify opportunities in places they may not have considered before. The WCR aims to bring these trends to light and make the second citizenship process simpler by compiling relevant data that most concerns affluent individuals and their families.
Source: CS Global Partners
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’ Real Magic,’ Cocaââ¬âCola’s first new global philosophy since 2016, and a new perspective on its iconic logo, both revealed during a stunning light show.
Coca-Cola has built the philosophy around crucial lessons learned over the last 18 months: that we can find the magic all around us when we come together in unexpected moments that elevate every day into the extraordinary. It also acknowledges the many contradictions experienced as new generations find harmony and human connection in a virtual and divided world.
“Magic isn’t about the unbelievable or mystical, but about those moments of real human connection. Real Magic can happen at any given moment and can be extraordinary,” said Tarun Sabhlok, Region Marketing Director - the Middle East at The Cocaââ¬âCola Company. “The Real Magic philosophy is rooted in the belief that differences can make the world a more exciting place. So there was no better place to celebrate the Real Magic of humanity than in the most diverse nation in the world, on the most iconic landmark in the region - the Burj Khalifa,” he added.
Source: The Cocaââ¬âCola Company
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Magic On Burj Khalifa
Magic is happening all around us. You have to take a look.
A button was pressed that lit the Burj Khalifa bringing real Magic to all those around that day.
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Photo: James Webb Space Telescope’s final fold. Image provided by & copyright © NASA.
Photo: Webb Model - Pranavi Chatrathi. These are Pranavi Chatrathi’s models. Pranavi says, “I am thrilled to win two prizes for the 2 James Webb Space Telescopes I built for the Texas State Fair. I love telescopes. I am waiting to see the launch of the James Webb Space Telescope. Image provided by & copyright © NASA.
WASHINGTON, Jan. 10, 2022 — NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope team fully deployed its 21-foot, gold-coated primary mirror, completing the final stage of all significant spacecraft deployments to prepare for science operations.
A joint effort with the European Space Agency (ESA) and Canadian Space Agency, the Webb mission will explore every phase of cosmic history - from within our solar system to the most distant observable galaxies in the early universe.
“Today, NASA achieved another engineering milestone decades in the making. While the journey is not complete, I join the Webb team in breathing a little easier and imagining the future breakthroughs bound to inspire the world,” said NASA Administrator Bill Nelson. “The James Webb Space Telescope is an unprecedented mission that is on the precipice of seeing the light from the first galaxies and discovering the mysteries of our universe. Each feat already achieved and future accomplishment is a testament to the thousands of innovators who poured their life’s passion into this mission.”
NASA had folded the two wings of Webb’s primary mirror to fit it inside the nose cone of an Arianespace Ariane 5 rocket before launch. Then, after more than a week of other critical spacecraft deployments, the Webb team began remotely unfolding the hexagonal segments of the primary mirror, the largest ever launched into space.
Mission Operations Center ground control at the Space Telescope Science Institute in Baltimore began deploying the second side panel of the mirror at 8:53 a.m. EST. Once it extended and latched into position at 1:17 p.m. EST, the team declared all major deployments completed.
The world’s largest and most complex space science telescope will now begin moving its 18 primary mirror segments to align the telescope optics. First, the ground team will command 126 actuators on the backsides of the segments to flex each mirror - an alignment that will take months to complete. Then the group will calibrate the science instruments before delivering Webb’s first images this summer.
“I am so proud of the team - spanning continents and decades - that delivered this first-of-its-kind achievement,” said Thomas Zurbuchen, associate administrator for the Science Mission Directorate in NASA Headquarters in Washington. “Webb’s successful deployment exemplifies the best of what NASA has to offer: the willingness to attempt bold and challenging things in the name of discoveries still unknown.”
Soon, Webb will also undergo a third mid-course correction burn - one of three planned to place the telescope precisely in orbit around the second Lagrange point, commonly known as L2, nearly 1 million miles from Earth. It is Webb’s final orbital position, where its sun shield will protect it from light from the Sun, Earth, and Moon that could interfere with infrared light observations. As a result, Webb can peer back over 13.5 billion years to capture infrared light from celestial objects, with much higher resolution than ever before, and to study our solar system as well as distant worlds.
Source: NASA
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Season’s Greetings!
Best Wishes for 2022!
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Photo: Miss. Jed Judson of Defense News elected President of the National Press Club.
WASHINGTON, December 30, 2021 — Jen Judson, the land warfare reporter for Defense News, was elected as the 115th president of the National Press Club on Friday, December 10, 2021. She will officially assume the duties of the presidency in January 2022.
Judson delivered her acceptance remarks among fellow members at the Press Club, acknowledging the delight of being able to celebrate and gather in person once again:
“I have found the Club to be a haven of both inspiration and camaraderie in good times and bad, and my goal as President is to ensure this continues for all members. I also look forward to new members with a new, diverse array of attributes that will contribute to the continued success of the institution, especially as the nature of journalism rapidly evolves.”
As a faithful Press Club member for nearly a decade, Judson looks to continue the Club’s dedication to the field of journalism by supporting reporters day-to-day and upholding a significant pillar of our democracy.
“This coming year, as pandemic problems slowly fade, I hope we can sharpen our focus on matters of press freedom. As we know, the pandemic has only contributed to polarizing the public’s view of the press worldwide and has aided in the degradation of global press freedom. I hope to double down on Club efforts to promote a free press, help protect the press in danger, and repair public trust. To make headway on these goals will require time, hard work, and a lot of help from our membership,” Jed said.
As the land warfare reporter at Defense News for over six years, Judson has navigated the complicated bureaucracy of the Pentagon and Capitol Hill. In addition, she brings her previous experience tackling the challenges of reporting in smaller communities at local newspapers. She won the National Press Club’s best analytical reporting award in 2014 and was named the Defense Media Awards’ best young defense journalist in 2018. Judson had previously served as Club Secretary on the board, and later, as vice president to Lisa Nicole Matthews, the outgoing President.
“The Club has a solid leader in Jen Judson and her leadership team in continued uncertain times. I look forward to continued work with her and our membership,” said Matthews.
Judson holds a master of science degree in print journalism from Boston University and a bachelor of arts degree from Kenyon College.
An inaugural gala is scheduled early in 2022 for the Club’s new President.
Additional results of Friday’s Club election include Eileen Drage O’Reilly (Axios) as vice president; Michael Balsamo (The Associated Press) as secretary; Emily Wilkins (Bloomberg) as treasurer; and Gillian Rich (Investor’s Business Daily) as membership secretary. In addition, elected to the Board of Governors Journalist seat for three-year terms: Herb Jackson, Tara Copp, Alisa Parenti; Board of Governors Journalist seat for one-year terms: Mark Schoeff Jr. and Poonam Sharma; and Board of Governors Communicator seat for three years: Mike Smith.
Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the World’s Leading Professional Organization for Journalistsâ¢. Located three blocks from the White House, the Club has as its members more than 3,000 reporters, editors, and expert communicators worldwide representing almost every leading news organization.
Source: National Press Club
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⢠National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, will organize Artist workshops for painting scrolls on unsung heroes of the freedom movement.
Photo: The Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture, Ms. Meenakashi Lekhi, at the Grand Finale of All India Vande Bharatam, Nritya Utsav 2021, organized by the Ministry of Defence and the Ministry of Culture, as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to commemorate 75 years of independence of India at Auditorium, Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, in New Delhi on December 19, 2021.
New Delhi/Chandigarh, December 24, 2021 — The National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, will celebrate Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav with Kala Kumbh (artist workshops for painting scrolls) in Chandigarh from December 25, 2021 - January 2, 2022. The celebration represents the tales of bravery of unsung heroes of India’s freedom movement. These will form an integral part of the Republic day celebrations 2022, analyzing the potential of art as a means to express National pride and excellence.
The National Gallery will organize these celebrations with artist workshops to paint five scrolls of seventy-five meters portraying India’s indigenous arts in Chandigarh from December 25, 2021 - January 2, 2022. The National Gallery of Modern Art has organized similar workshops in other parts of the country.
The works of art will reflect diverse art forms forming a unique amalgamation of traditional and modern. It will also draw inspiration from the creative illustrations in the Constitution of India, wherein the artistic elements painted by Nandalal Bose and his team have imparted a distinctive appeal. Approximately 250 artists from various geographical locations of the country will portray the heroic lives and struggles of unsung heroes of India’s freedom movement. Eminent senior artists and the Director-General of the National Gallery of Modern Art will mentor the artists.
The entire program focuses on collaborative strength. The National Gallery of Modern Art, New Delhi, has collaborated with Chitkara University in Chandigarh for this workshop.
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav is an initiative of the Government of India to celebrate and commemorate 75 years of progressive India and the glorious history of its people, culture, and achievements.
At Chandigarh, the narratives would reflect the tales of courage from Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir, Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Rajasthan with artistic expressions reflecting the indigenous forms of art such as Phad, Pichwai, Miniature, Kalamkari, Mandana and Warli, to name a few. The scrolls will also reflect the contemporary expressions, which would showcase the essence of India’s rich cultural and artistic heritage while also analyzing the absolute sacrifice and contribution of the unsung heroes.
Source: Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
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Photo: The Union Minister for Defence, Mr. Rajnath Singh, interacts with the Indian students of Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School in New Delhi on December 22, 2021.
New Delhi, December 22, 2021 — Defence Minister Rajnath Singh interacted with Indian students of Harvard Business School and Harvard Kennedy School (John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University) today. Expressing happiness over meeting with the students, Mr. Rajnath Singh termed them the country’s soft power, currently discovering the best-in-class management and governance practices from the two top-class institutes. He urged them to use their innovative ideas and participate in nation-building.
The Defence Minister exuded confidence that the students will play an essential role in the country’s holistic development by adequately using their ability & network and sharing the latest best practices. Furthermore, he hoped that the students would work as the ambassadors of the Indian value system worldwide, not just in their student phase but also in the future.
During the interaction, the students shared their views on India’s changed perception in the world, especially after the rollout of the largest vaccination drive in the fight against the COVID-19 pandemic and schemes like ‘Make in India.’ They expressed their willingness to return to India, saying that the atmosphere created due to the policies of the Government in the last few years, such as ease of doing business and providing opportunities to startups, will help them contribute to the holistic development of the Nation.
Source: Ministry of Defence, Government of India
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Photo: Oscar nominee, American singer, and songwriter, H.E.R. arrives on the red carpet of The 93rd Oscars at Union Station in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, April 25, 2021. Image Credit: Troy Harvey / A.M.P.A.S. [File Photo]
LOS ANGELES, CA — The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences today announced shortlists in 10 categories for the 94th Academy Awards: Documentary Feature, Documentary Short Subject, International Feature Film, Makeup, and Hairstyling, Music (Original Score), Music (Original Song), Animated Short Film, Live Action Short Film, Sound and Visual Effects.
⢠DOCUMENTARY FEATURE
Fifteen films will advance in the Documentary Feature category for the 94th Academy Awards. One hundred thirty-eight films were eligible in the class. Members of the Documentary Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are:
⢠DOCUMENTARY SHORT SUBJECT
Fifteen films will advance in the Documentary Short Subject category for the 94th Academy Awards. Eighty-two films qualified in the class. Members of the Documentary Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are:
⢠INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILM
Fifteen films will advance to the next round of voting in the International Feature Film category for the 94th Academy Awards. Films from 92 countries were eligible in the class.
Academy members from all branches participated in the preliminary round of voting.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by country, are:
As is the tradition for many years, the Academy once again snubbed India’s Official Entry in the International Feature Film category. As a result, the country’s submission, “Pebbles,” failed to qualify for the next round.
⢠MAKEUP AND HAIRSTYLING
Ten films will advance in the Makeup and Hairstyling category for the 94th Academy Awards.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are:
MUSIC (ORIGINAL SCORE)
Fifteen scores will advance in the Original Score category for the 94th Academy Awards. One hundred thirty-six scores were eligible in the class. Members of the Music Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees.
The scores, listed in alphabetical order by film title, are:
⢠MUSIC (ORIGINAL SONG)
Fifteen songs will advance in the Original Song category for the 94th Academy Awards. Eighty-four songs were eligible in the class. Members of the Music Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees.
The original songs are listed below in alphabetical order by film title along with the motion picture in which each piece features:
⢠ANIMATED SHORT FILM
Fifteen films will advance in the Animated Short Film category for the 94th Academy Awards. Eighty-two films qualified in the class. The Short Films and Feature Animation Branch members vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are:
⢠LIVE-ACTION SHORT FILM
Fifteen films will advance in the Live Action Short Film category for the 94th Academy Awards. One hundred forty-five films qualified in the class. Members of the Short Films and Feature Animation, Directors, Producers, and Writers Branches vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are:
⢠SOUND
Ten films will advance in the Sound category for the 94th Academy Awards. Members of the Sound Branch vote to determine the shortlist and the nominees.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are:
⢠VISUAL EFFECTS
Ten films remain in the running in the Visual Effects category for the 94th Academy Awards. The Visual Effects Branch Executive Committee determined the shortlist.
The films, listed in alphabetical order by title, are:
Nominations voting begins on Thursday, January 27, 2022, and concludes on Tuesday, February 1, 2022.
The Academy will announce the Nominations for the 94th Academy Awards on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.
The 94th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland in Hollywood and will be televised live on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide.
Source: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences
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Photos: Durga Puja inscribed on the UNESCO Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity. Images Credit: UNESCO; Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
New Delhi, December 15, 2021 — In an important announcement, the Intergovernmental Committee of UNESCO’s 2003 Convention on Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage has inscribed ‘Durga Puja in Kolkata’ on the Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity during its 16th session being held at Paris, France from 13th to 18th December 2021. The Committee commended Durga Puja for its initiatives to involve marginalized groups and individuals and women in their participation in safeguarding the element.
As a ten-day celebration, Durga Puja represents the collective worship of the Hindu Goddess Durga. During this time, masterfully designed clay models of the Goddess are worshipped in “pandals” or pavilions where communities get together and celebrate. In addition, several folk pieces of music, culinary, craft, and performing arts traditions add to the dynamism of this celebration.
While Durga Puja is one of the most important festivals of West Bengal, India, it is widely observed across the country and in major cities of the world by the Bengali diaspora.
Durga Puja celebrates feminine divinity and a consummate expression of dance, music, crafts, rituals, practices, culinary and cultural aspects. The festival transcends the boundaries of caste, creed, and economic classes and joins the people together in its celebration.
With the inscription of Durga Puja in Kolkata, India now has 14 intangible cultural heritage elements on the prestigious UNESCO Representative List of ICH of Humanity. The recent ICH elements that saw inscriptions are Kumbh Mela (2017) and Yoga (2016).
India is a signatory of the 2003 UNESCO Convention, which aims for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Heritage and traditions and living expression. Intangible cultural heritage means the practices, representations, words, knowledge, skills - as well as the instruments, objects, artifacts, and cultural spaces associated with them that communities, groups, and, in some cases, individuals recognize as a part of their cultural inheritance.
Sources: UNESCO; Ministry of Culture, Government of India.
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NEW YORK, December 13, 2021 — Today, TIME named Elon Musk the 2021 Person of the Year.
TIME Editor-in-Chief and CEO Edward Felsenthal write, “Person of the Year is a marker of influence, and few individuals have had more influence than Musk on life on Earth, and potentially life off Earth too. In 2021, Musk emerged not just as the world’s richest person but also as perhaps the richest example of a massive shift in our society.”
Felsenthal continues, “Musk’s rise coincides with broader trends of which he and his fellow technology magnates are part cause and part effect: the continuing decline of traditional institutions in favor of individuals; government dysfunction that has delivered more power and responsibility to business; and chasms of wealth and opportunity. In an earlier era, ambitions on the scale of interplanetary travel were the ultimate collective undertaking, around which Presidents rallied nations….For creating solutions to an existential crisis, for embodying the possibilities and the perils of the age of tech titans, for driving society’s most daring and disruptive transformations, Elon Musk is TIME’s 2021 Person of the Year.”
In his letter to readers, Felsenthal writes, ” Elon Musk’s spacefaring adventures are a direct line from the very first Person of the Year, Charles Lindbergh, whom the editors selected in 1927 to commemorate his historic first solo transatlantic airplane flight over the Atlantic. For us at TIME, it has also been a year of building on the past to forge the future.”
In the cover story, which includes an exclusive interview with Musk, TIME’s Molly Ball, Jeffrey Kluger, and Alejandro de la Garza, write, “His startup rocket company, SpaceX, has leapfrogged Boeing and others to own America’s spacefaring future. His car company, Tesla, controls two-thirds of the multibillion-dollar electric-vehicle market it pioneered and is valued at a cool $1 trillion. That has made Musk, with a net worth of more than $250 billion, the richest private citizen in history, at least on paper. In addition, he’s a player in robots and solar, cryptocurrency and climate, brain-computer implants to stave off the menace of artificial intelligence and underground tunnels to move people and freight at super speeds.”
The December 27, 2021 - January 3, 2022, Person of the Year issue of TIME goes on sale on Friday, December 17.
Source: TIME
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⢠Three-Hour Special included inspiring performances by powerhouse female musical artists JOJO and Noa Kirel.
Photo: Harnaaz Sandhu, Miss Universe India 2021, poses for a portrait after being crowned Miss Universe after the 70th Miss Universe Competition on December 12, 2021, at the Universe Arean in Eilat, Israel. The new winner will move to New York City, where she will live during her reign and become a spokesperson for various causes alongside The Miss Universe Organization. Photographer: Benjamin Askinas. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Harnaaz Sandhu, Miss Universe India 2021, is crowned Miss Universe by Miss Universe 2020 Andrea Meza after the 70th Miss Universe Competition on December 12, 2021, at the Universe Arena in Eilat, Israel. The new winner will move to New York City, where she will live during her reign and become a spokesperson for various causes alongside The Miss Universe Organization. Photographer: Benjamin Askinas. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
ISRAEL (December 12, 2021) - Miss Universe India Harnaaz Sandhu was crowned Miss Universe live on FOX and Telemundo tonight from Eilat, Israel. Harnaaz will use her time as Miss Universe to advocate for menstrual equity through public administration.
After a two-week-long visit to Jerusalem and Eilat, a beautiful National Costume Competition, rounds of interviews, a preliminary competition, and the live Finals, Harnaaz was crowned with the iconic Mouawad “Power of Unity” Crown. It was presented to her by outgoing Miss Universe Andrea Meza. Harnaaz will move to New York City in the new year to represent the brand and various philanthropic organizations during her reign.
“This has been an experience of a lifetime!” said Miss Universe Harnaaz Sandhu. “The past three weeks have been a dream getting to know these exceptional women, and I’m honored to be chosen among them to represent this inspiring organization. I hope to serve the global community to the best of my ability in the year to come.”
Miss Universe India, Harnaaz Sandhu, credits her mother, who broke generations of patriarchy to become a successful gynecologist, for inspiring her to follow her dreams. Driven to support women similarly, Harnaaz grew up working with her mother at health camps, educating women about their health and menstrual hygiene. Deeply conscious of the privilege her mother’s struggles have gifted her, Harnaaz strongly advocates for women’s empowerment today, particularly their constitutional rights to education, careers, and freedom of choice. She is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Public Administration. Harnaaz is also an actress and enjoys yoga, dancing, cooking, horse riding, and playing chess in her free time.
“It’s been exceptional getting to know the contestants through our shared admiration of the history and beauty of our host country these past two weeks,” stated Paula M. Shugart, President of the Miss Universe Organization. “I’m thrilled to have Miss India Harnaaz Sandhu represent Miss Universe this year, as her passion for helping educate women and fight for their freedoms emulates all the crown stands for.”
The 70th MISS UNIVERSE competition aired live from a bespoke venue in Eilat, Israel. Legendary entertainer Steve Harvey hosted it, along with backstage correspondents, Emmy Award-winning TV personality and style expert Carson Kressley (“RuPaul’s Drag Race,” “Queer Eye for the Straight Guy”) and TV presenter and former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst (“Extra”).
One of the evening’s many highlights included the powerful performances from GRAMMY Award-winning artist, JoJo and Israeli singer Noa Kirel. In addition, women representing 80 countries competed to become the next Miss Universe in this anniversary spectacular. Selection committee members for the 70th annual show included:
Source: Miss Universe Organization, New York.
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The new Miss Universe is…India!!!! #MISSUNIVERSE pic.twitter.com/DTiOKzTHl4
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) December 13, 2021
FINAL STATEMENT: India. #MISSUNIVERSE
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) December 13, 2021
The 70th MISS UNIVERSE Competition is airing LIVE around the world from Eilat, Israel on @foxtv pic.twitter.com/wwyMhsAyvd
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Photo: Margot Robbie arrives on the red carpet of The 93rd Oscars at Union Station in Los Angeles, CA, on Sunday, April 25, 2021. Photo Credit: Matt Petit. Copyright © Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences. [File Photo]
Los Angeles, December 8, 2021 — Ninety-three countries have submitted films eligible for consideration in the International Feature Film category for the 94th Academy Awards. However, some films have not yet had their required qualifying release and must fulfill that requirement and comply with all the category’s other qualifying rules to advance in the voting process.
An international feature film is a feature-length motion picture (more than 40 minutes) produced outside the United States with a predominantly (more than 50%) non-English dialogue track. Somalia is a first-time entrant.
The shortlist of 15 films will be announced on Tuesday, December 21, 2021.
The Academy will announce the Nominations for the 94th Academy Awards on Tuesday, February 8, 2022.
The 94th Oscars will take place on Sunday, March 27, 2022, at the Dolby Theatre at Hollywood & Highland in Hollywood and will be televised live on ABC and in more than 200 territories worldwide.
⢠94TH ACADEMY AWARDS â¢
INTERNATIONAL FEATURE FILMS ELIGIBLE FOR CONSIDERATION
(Listed in Alphabetical Order by Country)
Source: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts & Sciences
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Photo: Contestants in “Fashion by Portia and Scarlett” on stage during the opening of the MISS UNIVERSE Preliminary Competition at the Universe Arena in Eilat, Israel on December 10, 2021. Tune in to the LIVE telecast on FOX and Telemundo on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET to see who will become the next Miss Universe. Photographer: Benjamin Askinas. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Kawtar Benhalima, Miss Universe Morocco 2021, on stage during the National Costume Show at the Universe Arena in Eilat, Israel, on December 10, 2021. The National Costume Show is an international tradition where contestants display an authentic costume of choice that best represents the culture of their home country. The Miss Universe contestants are touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the Miss Universe finals on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET. Photographer: Benjamin Askinas. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Shiyin Yang, Miss Universe China 2021, on stage during the National Costume Show at the Universe Arena in Eilat, Israel, on December 10, 2021. The National Costume Show is an international tradition where contestants display an authentic costume of choice that best represents the culture of their home country. The Miss Universe contestants are touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the Miss Universe finals on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET. Photographer: Benjamin Askinas. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Harnaaz Sandhu, Miss Universe India 2021, on stage during the National Costume Show at the Universe Arena in Eilat, Israel, on December 10, 2021. The National Costume Show is an international tradition where contestants display an authentic costume of choice that best represents the culture of their home country. The Miss Universe contestants are touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the Miss Universe finals on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET. Photographer: Benjamin Askinas. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Harnaaz Sandhu, Miss Universe India 2021, enjoys the morning swimming with the dolphins in Eilat, Israel. The Miss Universe delegates are touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the Miss Universe crown before the show airs LIVE on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET on FOX and Telemundo. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Essi Unkuri, Miss Universe Finland 2021, starred in a fashion show showcasing Haboydem and sustainable dresses. After the show, the delegates celebrated all night long! The Miss Universe delegates are touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the Miss Universe crown before the show airs LIVE from Eilat, Israel, on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET on FOX and Telemundo. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Sofia Arapogianni, Miss Universe Greece 2021, poses while spending the day at Ein Karem in Jerusalem, Israel. The Miss Universe delegates are touring the sights, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the Miss Universe crown before the show airs LIVE from Eilat, Israel, on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET on FOX and Telemundo. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Photo: Harnaaz Sandhu, Miss Universe India 2021, goes on an adventure in the desert while exploring Eilat, Israel! The Miss Universe delegates are touring the sights, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the Miss Universe crown before the show airs LIVE from Eilat, Israel, on Sunday, December 12 at 7:00 PM ET on FOX and Telemundo. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & copyright © Miss Universe Organization, New York.
Source: Miss Universe Organization, New York.
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Get to know Miss Universe Paraguay Nadia Ferreira: entrepreneur and business owner.
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) December 9, 2021
Download the Miss Universe app to vote your favorite delegate into the semifinals at the 70th MISS UNIVERSE Competition. âŨ
First vote FREE! pic.twitter.com/s6fxgpOEAR
Get to know Miss Universe India Harnaaz Sandhu: passionate about women's rights and acting.
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) December 8, 2021
Download the Miss Universe app to vote your favorite delegate into the semifinals at the 70th MISS UNIVERSE Competition. âŨ
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Get to know Miss Universe Russia Ralina Arabova: passionate flute player whose goal is to experience different cultures and countries.
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) December 10, 2021
Download the Miss Universe app to vote your favorite delegate into the semifinals at the 70th MISS UNIVERSE Competition. âŨ
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