74th Berlin International Film Festival
The 74th edition of the Berlin Film Festival will take place from February 15 to 25. Martin Scorsese will receive an honorary Golden Bear for lifetime achievement. Highlights from the Berlin International Film Festival.
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Understanding Mess Ethics and Membership Guidelines in Organizations
The content explores the importance of ethics in organizational behavior, focusing on the rules governing personnel conduct to maintain order. It outlines objectives for officers, including defining a mess, classifying members, and understanding dos and don'ts. Additionally, it details membership cl
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The Fascinating Journey of Captain Ivan Visin: A Naval Captain and Explorer
Ivan "Ivo" Visin, a naval captain and explorer born in the Bay of Kotor, circumnavigated the globe in his vessel Splendido from 1852 to 1859. His remarkable journey, documented in the book "Plovidba kapetana Iva Visina oko svijeta," started in Antwerp and concluded in Trieste. Visin's impressive fea
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UMKC Faculty Meeting Highlights February 2014
The UMKC Faculty Meeting in February 2014 covered various important topics including Senate activities, Dean/Provost evaluation, an honorary degree announcement, COACHE survey results, budget reports, and reports from key faculty members. Discussions ranged from service tenure to data maintenance pr
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Empowering Adults Through Education and Workforce Development in Indiana
Marilyn Pitzulo from the Department of Workforce Development in Indiana presented a Statewide Webinar on March 11, 2020, highlighting the importance of adult education and workforce development. The webinar showcased success stories like Lucille Rudolph, a 100-year-old recipient of an honorary high
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Transformation of Diplomacy and Role of Honorary Consuls in the 21st Century
The evolution of diplomacy and the resurgence of honorary consuls in the modern era are highlighted in this discourse. It explores the shift from traditional notions of consular affairs to the current globalized landscape, emphasizing the growing significance of consular diplomacy in addressing citi
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The Rise of the Roman Republic and Political Evolution in Ancient Rome
The Roman Republic emerged in 509 B.C.E. as a form of government with elected leaders, initially only accessible to Patricians. This led to a division between Patricians and Plebeians, the latter being the majority of the population. The Senate, Consuls, and Tribunes played key roles in shaping Roma
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Celebrating the Life of Mary Somerville: Polymath, Writer, and Scientist
Mary Somerville, a renowned Scottish scientist and polymath, was born on December 26, 1780, in Jedburgh, Scotland. She made significant contributions to various fields such as astronomy, mathematics, and writing. Despite facing challenges in her education as a child, she went on to achieve great suc
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The Life and Achievements of Artist Joynul Abedin
Joynul Abedin, a renowned Bangladeshi artist, was born in 1914 in Kishoreganj. He excelled in his art education and founded the Dhaka Art Institution. Abedin's works during the Second World War focused on famine, earning him accolades including a gold medal in the All India Art Exhibition. He became
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Ancient Rome Vocabulary and Government Structure
Explore the key terms and concepts related to Ancient Rome, including the Roman Republic, Patricians, Plebeians, Twelve Tables, Senate, Consuls, Punic Wars, Pax Romana, and more. Learn about the structure of the Roman government, the social classes, significant historical events like the Punic Wars,
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Biography of Douglas Livingstone: Malaysian-born South African Poet and Marine Biologist
Douglas Livingstone was born in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, in 1932 and later moved to South Africa. He was a marine biologist, poet, and playwright, known for his works on nature and the environment. Livingstone received awards for his poetry and writings, including an Honorary Doctorate from the Unive
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Indian Institute of Architects - Membership and Chapters
The Indian Institute of Architects outlines different classes of members such as Associates, Licentiates, Honorary Fellows, Retired Members, and Subscribers. It also provides guidelines for forming chapters and centers based on member numbers in states or union territories. The membership criteria v
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