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iQIYI to Open Its First Central China Theme Park in Wuhan, Continuing to Bring IP Value Beyond the Screen
BEIJING, April 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- On March 28, iQIYI, China's leading online entertainment platform, announced plans to develop iQIYI LAND in Wuhan, Central China's Hubei province. Set within the Hanyangzao Cultural and Creative Industry Park, the park is the company's first project...
Los países miembros prometen USD 3 900 millones al Fondo para el Medio Ambiente Mundial con vistos a una ambiciosa novena reposición de recursos
El compromiso de financiamiento a cuatro años respalda una acción acelerada entre los países en desarrollo a fin de alcanzar los objetivos ambientales establecidos para 2030 CIUDAD DE WASHINGTON, 10 DE ABRIL DE 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Los países donantes han prometido un monto inicial de USD...
Les pays s'engagent à verser 3,9 milliards de dollars au Fonds pour l'environnement mondial à l'appui d'un neuvième cycle de reconstitution ambitieux
Cet engagement de financement sur quatre ans soutient une accélération de l'action des pays en développement vers les objectifs environnementaux pour 2030 WASHINGTON, 10 AVRIL 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Les pays donateurs ont annoncé une contribution initiale de 3,9 milliards de dollars au...
Länder sagen der Globalen Umweltfazilität 3,9 Milliarden Dollar für die ehrgeizige neunte Wiederauffüllung zu
Vierjährige Finanzierungszusage unterstützt beschleunigte Maßnahmen der Entwicklungsländer zur Erreichung der Umweltziele für 2030 WASHINGTON, April 10, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Die Geberländer haben der Globalen Umweltfazilität (GEF) für ihren neunten Auffüllungszyklus zunächst 3,9...
Rockefeller Foundation Calls for Urgent, Coordinated Response to Record Decline in Global Aid, per new OECD Data
Official OECD preliminary data for 2025 shows a 23% decline in global ODA from 2024 — historic decrease Projections from ISGlobal research and The Lancet Global Health suggest this level of ODA decrease could lead to 9.4 million or more preventable deaths by 2030 Rockefeller Foundation...
Data Breach Alert: Edelson Lechtzin LLP Investigates Figure Lending Corp. Data Breach Affecting Nearly 1 Million Users
CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Edelson Lechtzin LLP, a national class action law firm, is actively investigating data privacy claims arising from the Figure Lending Corp. data breach. On January 28, 2026, Figure Technology experienced an incident in which personal data was...
Más que energía hoy: dando forma al futuro PV & ESS de Australia
SYDNEY, Australia, 10 de abril de 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Sungrow, el proveedor líder mundial de inversores fotovoltaicos y sistemas de almacenamiento de energía, presenta sus últimas innovaciones: PowerTitan 3.0 con diseño de bloque de CA y solución híbrida en la Cumbre Sungrow PV & ESS en...
FIFA World Cup 2026: Atlanta/College Park
When the FIFA World Cup comes to Atlanta on June 15, it will be one of the most-played host cities in the United States, hosting eight matches through June and […] The post FIFA World Cup 2026: Atlanta/College Park appeared first on Smart Meetings.
See Inside This Japanese Skateboarding Festival's US Debut in Long Beach
Japanese group KASSO introduced its non-competitive festival format to American fans.
12 New Venues in Las Vegas for Spring 2026 Meetings and Events
Take a peek at these trending restaurants, resorts, meeting and event spaces, and more recently opened in Las Vegas.
Inside the Building of a Community: Cybersecurity Marketing Society Co-Founder Gianna Whitver Shares Insights
CHICAGO — Have you ever wondered what it would take to build a membership-organization from the ground up and launch events to connect a community in-person? Gianna Whitver can tell you how to get it done. She is the Co-Founder of the Cybersecurity Marketing Society, which she and her Co-Founder,…
IFAT Munich Celebrates 60 Years of Circularity with Expanded Formats
MUNICH, Germany — For the last 60 years, IFAT Munich has built a strong reputation as a global meeting place where environmental technology innovation meets sustainability implementation. The event has become the leading trade show for environmental technologies in the entire value chain —…
When Is the Optimal Time for Committing to Exhibitions?
Jack Saward, director of Saward Marketing & Events, reveals why a strategic approach to trade show commitments can boost exhibitor outcomes—turning booths into powerful business opportunities.
AEO renews strategic HR partnership with Leadership Connect Solutions
The Association of Event Organisers (AEO) has renewed its partnership with Leadership Connect Solutions (LCS), continuing its focus on helping members attract, develop and retain talent through practical support across mentoring, leadership development and HR advisory. The agreement, which runs to…
HIMSS26: Corporate Exhibitors Talk Booth Design and Engagement Strategies
With the theme of reimagining health through information and technology, the 2026 HIMSS Global Health Conference and Exhibition brought together more than 28,000 clinicians, executives, policy makers and industry leaders from across the world to the Venetian Expo Center in Las Vegas on March 9-12.…
Designing for Discovery: The Disney Playbook Your Event is Missing
Have you ever considered that the reason younger attendees aren’t engaging with your trade show as much as you’d like may be poor design? Drawing on lessons from Disney’s legendary approach to guest experience, Rich Vallaster reveals why most show floors are built for directories, not discovery.…
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China Cycle – China International Bicycle Fair 2026: Complete Event Overview
Introduction to China Cycle – China International Bicycle Fair 2026 The China Cycle – China International Bicycle Fair is one of the most prestigious and influential international trade exhibitions dedicated to the bicycle, e-bike, and two-wheeler industry. Recognized globally as a major sourcing…
Fresh India Show 2026: India’s Leading Fresh Produce Trade Exhibition
Fresh India Show is set to be one of the most influential trade exhibitions for the fresh produce industry in India. Taking place from 29–30 May 2026 in Mumbai, this premier event will bring together key stakeholders from across the agricultural and fresh produce value chain. From growers and…