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30 years ago this past weekend: Navy Pier officially reopens as beloved attraction Chicago knows today

Thirty years ago this week, Navy Pier officially reopened as the premier tourist destination that has long been one of Chicago's most beloved and defining features. Navy Pier, of course, is a lot more than 30 years old. It first opened as Municipal …

“Kashmir Awakens in Noida: ‘Chaand Saaz’ – A Soul-Stirring Tribute to Folk Music at At Live Cafe”

VMPL Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 11: Prepare to be transported to the mystic mountains and timeless traditions of Kashmir as At Live, Noida hosts "Chaand Saaz", a one-of-a-kind evening dedicated to the ethereal charm of Kashmiri folk …

Business News | "Kashmir Awakens in Noida: 'Chaand Saaz' - A Soul-Stirring Tribute to Folk Music at At Live Cafe"

VMPL Noida (Uttar Pradesh) [India], July 11: Prepare to be transported to the mystic mountains and timeless traditions of Kashmir as At Live, Noida hosts "Chaand Saaz", a one-of-a-kind evening dedicated to the ethereal charm of Kashmiri folk …

Best Red Rocks Concerts of All Time

Red Rocks Amphitheatre is one of the crown jewels of Colorado. It not only draws in visitors from all over the world, making it a top-attended venue in the U.S., but also remains cherished in the hearts of locals. In that respect, it's in rarified air, …

Wapendwa Muziki speak as Amefanya Mungu video hits over 10m views in 4 months

Wapendwa Muziki, the Kenyan gospel duo behind Amefanya Mungu, ahve achieved record breaking success. The soulful anthem, which unexpectedly hit millions of views, made history in Kenya's music scene As fans celebrate the milestone, the duo spoke to …

Lauren Daigle concert drew 12,800 at Red River Valley Fair, but was that really the most ever?

WEST FARGO — This year’s Red River Valley Fair was a hit, bringing in 143,740 people, about 6,000 more than last year. Some of that success is due to Sunday's Lauren Daigle concert, which drew 12,800 to the grandstand. The Red River Valley Fair …

CeCe and BeBe Winans on God’s Faithfulness and the Power of the Gospel

Gospel music pioneers CeCe and BeBe Winans recently reflected on their legacy, faith, and the power of gospel music in their decades long career spanning over 40 years. "You navigate biblical truth by continuing to spend time in the Bible. It's a …

Newsboys Owner Wes Campbell Resigns Amid Allegations Involving Michael Tait

Newsboys owner Wes Campbell has resigned from the Gospel Music Association (GMA) board amidst allegations of covering up the band's former lead singer, Michael Tait's, alleged sexual misconduct. "Given the most recent accusations against me …

12-year-old Emily Adade Boateng stuns with gospel music

In a quiet corner of Ghana, where most 12-year-olds are memorising times tables or chasing TikTok trends, Emily Adade Boateng is doing something far more extraordinary; she’s composing gospel music with such maturity and depth that many mistake her voice …

What to do in Chicago: Windy City Smokeout, Gospel Music Festival and sneakers on Navy Pier

Our picks for events in and around Chicago this weekend. Chicago Got Sole Call them sneakers, kicks, gym shoes — whatever — but if you love them, get to Navy Pier this weekend. Billed as the “ultimate sneaker convention” and hosted by Chance the Rapper, …

Hiroshima Returns for ‘Rhythm on the Vine’ Concert

The legendary band Hiroshima will make a special appearance at the opening of the 25th “Rhythm on the Vine” concert series on Sunday, July 20, at 7:30 p.m. at South Coast Winery, 34843 Rancho California Rd., Temecula. “Two years ago, they stopped touring …

Dr. Judith Christie McAllister Honored for Trailblazing Leadership in Gospel Music

From left are Councilmember Heather Hutt, Council President Marqueece Harris- Dawson, Dr. Judith Christie McAllister, and Councilmember Curren D. Price. (Leroy Hamilton photo) Dr. Judith Christie McAllister, Grammy-nominated choir director, songwriter, …

A feast of English Song - tenor and piano recital at Hellingly Church

The English music renaissance in the early 20th century sparked a wealth of art songs by a long list of talented composers. Rising local tenor Ben Hancox-Lachman explores some of this treasure house in his recital in the lovely surroundings of Hellingly …

Chicago Gospel Music Festival takes the stage Saturday

Chicago holds a significant place in the history of gospel music, often referred to as its birthplace. CHICAGO - The Chicago Gospel Music Festival will be held on Saturday at Millennium Park.  What we know: Headliners include Grammy Award winners Chandler …

Bluegrass Luminaries Trey Hensley & Rob Ickes Are Putting Their Duo on Hiatus: ‘This Isn’t the End’

Grammy and International Bluegrass Music Awards winners Trey Hensley and Rob Ickes, who have performed together as an acoustic duo for more than a decade, are taking a hiatus from their musical partnership at the end of 2025. Explore Explore See latest …

Monadnock Folk Music presents Goodnight Moonshine at Bass Hall in Peterborough

Monadnock Folk Music presents Goodnight Moonshine on Saturday, July 12, at 7 p.m. at Bass Hall at the Monadnock Center for History and Culture, 19 Grove St., Peterborough. The duo features singer-songwriter Molly Venter, a member of the Americana group Red …

Dr. Judith Christie McAllister Honored for Trailblazing Leadership in Gospel Music

Zona Loretta Jessie

EDMONTON – Zona Loretta Jessie, 92, passed away Saturday, July 12, 2025, at T. J. Samson Community Hospital in Glasgow, KY. She was born in Metcalfe County, KY on November 22, 1932, to the late Holland B. and Delpha Romines Jessie. She was preceded in …

Chicago Gospel Music Festival to honor late choir director, others

Farmstay Resort 'San San Villa' Opening on Awaji Island, August 1

Pasona Agri-Partners will launch farmstay programs to allow people to experience the appeal of "living with agriculture" AWAJI CITY, HYOGO PREFECTURE, JAPAN, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Pasona Agri-Partners Inc., a company …

Domtar focus on consolidation and sustainability to become North America’s Largest Pulp and Paper Group

Pulp and paper group, owned by Jackson Wijaya, is positioned as one of the 25 most sustainable business in the world MONTREAL, QUEBEC, CANADA, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jackson Wijaya, a shareholder in Domtar Corporation, is moving to lead the …

Author, Educator, and Retired Nuclear Scientist and Dr. Mary Fran Reed Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

BOCA RATON, FL, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Retired nuclear scientist, accomplished author, and devoted advocate for sustainable energy solutions, Dr. Mary Fran Reed is excited to announce the release of her book, “ATOMIC …

Waev Launches Fusion: All-New Li-Ion Commercial Carts and Low-Speed Vehicles

The EV manufacturer now offers the most comprehensive portfolio of electrification solutions for local fleets ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Waev Inc., an electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer of right-sized, low- …

REOR20’s Breakthrough AI Flood Forecasting Engine Offers Critical Insight About Floods

ZURICH, SWITZERLAND, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As Texas faces one of the worst floods in recent history, Swiss climate-tech startup REOR20 is making headlines with a game-changing innovation that will change the way the world prepares …

Trends and Statistics of Car Accident Injury Claims in California in 2024

Los Angeles-based law firm highlights critical need for experienced legal representation as accident severity increases CA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- California's auto accident scene is changing, according to an analysis by …

EBC 金融集團捐贈 10,000 美元協助臺灣丹娜絲颱風災後重建行動

在需要之時，EBC 與臺南及受災社區站在一起——支持救援、重建與復原 TAINAN, TAIWAN, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- 面對丹娜絲颱風帶來的嚴重災情，EBC 金融集團（EBC）已向臺南市政府官方救災基金捐贈 10,000 美元。這筆捐款展現了 EBC 對受災地區的關懷，以及對推動重建工作的用心與承諾。 丹娜絲颱風於 7 月 6 …

Salike Natural Coir Logs for Greener, Safer Erosion Management

Gardeners, landscapers, and environmental planners are looking for sustainable alternatives to plastic and harmful peat-based products. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As industries shift toward sustainable practices, …

Fulton Fish Market Hosts Rally Urging President Trump to Halt Empire Wind Project

Fulton Fish Market rally urges Trump to stop Empire Wind, citing threats to seafood jobs, supply chains, and national food security. BRONX, NYC, NY, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yesterday morning, the Fulton Fish Market Cooperative …

Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Market to Reach $10.3 Billion by 2032, Driven by CO2 Reduction Goals

🌱 Carbon Capture, Utilization, and Storage (CCUS) Market to Surpass $10.3 Billion by 2032 as Carbon Emission Regulations Tighten WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to Allied Market Research, the …

Green Technology and Sustainability Market is Expected to Develop at a CAGR of 21.9% from 2021-2030

Growing environmental awareness, clean energy demand, and RFID sensor use are driving the green tech and sustainability market forward. WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As per the report published by Allied Market …

REA Empowers 600+ Smallholders in Indonesian Borneo for EUDR Compliance and RSPO Certification with KOLTIVA

SHINES empowers 600+ smallholders in Indonesian Borneo with EUDR compliance tools, RSPO certification support, and traceable supply chains. TANGERANG SELATAN, JAKAR, INDONESIA, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- PT REA KALTIM PLANTATIONS (REA), …

Green Power Market to Hit $103.5 Billion by 2027, Driven by Renewable Energy Investments in Asia-Pacific & Europe

⚡ Global Green Power Market Expected to Reach $103.5 Billion by 2027, Fueled by Wind, Solar, and Government Incentives WILMINGTON, DE, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- According to Allied Market Research, the global green …

EBC Financial Group Provides USD10,000 in Relief to Support Typhoon Danas Recovery Efforts in Taiwan

In times of need, EBC stands with Tainan and affected communities—supporting relief, rebuilding, and resilience. TAINAN, TAIWAN, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating aftermath of Typhoon Danas, EBC Financial Group ( …

EBC Financial Group Provides USD10,000 in Relief to Support Typhoon Danas Recovery Efforts in Taiwan

In times of need, EBC stands with Tainan and affected communities—supporting relief, rebuilding, and resilience. TAINAN, TAIWAN, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating aftermath of Typhoon Danas, EBC Financial Group ( …

EBC Financial Group Provides USD10,000 in Relief to Support Typhoon Danas Recovery Efforts in Taiwan

In times of need, EBC stands with Tainan and affected communities—supporting relief, rebuilding, and resilience. TAINAN, TAIWAN, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In response to the devastating aftermath of Typhoon Danas, EBC Financial Group …

ZOFRATACNA Approves Renewable Solar Project by Kobe Food and BlueGrace Energy Bolivia in Free Trade Zone

Green light for solar project led by Kobe Food and BlueGrace aims to boost clean energy use and sustainability in Tacna’s free trade zone in Peru. LONDON, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 16, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The renewable energy …

Les IAs Bas Carbone certifiées COP29 de GenerIA répondent en tous points aux recommandations exprimées par l’UNESCO

Réduction de 90 % des émissions, souveraineté des données et conformité UNESCO : GenerIA lance ses IAs Bas Carbone certifiées COP29. SHAWINIGAN, QC, CANADA, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Au moment où l’UNESCO alerte sur l’urgence de …

The Book of Light by Curly Raphino Set to Ignite a Global Spiritual Awakening – Pre-Orders Open July 3, 2025

ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Every generation has its messenger. For this generation, that voice may be Curly Raphino, spiritually renamed Akiel, meaning The Wisdom of God—a man who claims he was visited by the …

Philadelphia Zoo's Endangered Tiger Cub Journeys to Meet New Family in a Picture Book Based on a True Conservation Story

From Rejected Cub to Foster Icon: Zoya’s Remarkable Story Now Available as an Illustrated Book for Children. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, July 15, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A tale of conservation unfolds in A Family for Zoya: The True Story …