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A Gulf-stream II jet that made an emergency landing on Mallow racecourse in Ireland 40 years ago will be permanently displayed there in honor of the late pilot, Captain Ruben Ocana. His ashes will also be scattered on the track during a new festival named in his honor, “OcanaFest.” Hotel owner Kevin Owens, who is behind the festival, has tracked down the aircraft in Michigan and, pending the dismantling and re-assembly of the jet, aims to make it a tourist attraction. Cork County Council has provided sponsorship for the festival.

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A Gulf-stream II jet that made an emergency landing on Mallow racecourse in Ireland 40 years ago will be permanently displayed there in honor of the late pilot, Captain Ruben Ocana. His ashes will also be scattered on the track during a new festival named in his honor, “OcanaFest.” Hotel owner Kevin Owens, who is behind the festival, has tracked down the aircraft in Michigan and, pending the dismantling and re-assembly of the jet, aims to make it a tourist attraction. Cork County Council has provided sponsorship for the festival.

Mallow racecourse in County Cork, Ireland is set to become the permanent home of a Gulf-stream II jet after it landed there following an emergency in 1983. The pilot, Captain Ruben Ocana, became an overnight celebrity after the landing, which saved the lives of all on board following a three-minute planned landing. He spent six weeks … Read more

“China and Japan establish a communication line to address naval and air incidents”

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“China and Japan establish a communication line to address naval and air incidents”

China and Japan have created a direct line of communication aimed at handling and smoothing out naval and air incidents that may arise as a result of tensions in the areas disputed by both countries. The announcement precedes a visit to Beijing by the Japanese Foreign Minister, Yoshimasa Hayashiwho this weekend will meet his counterpart … Read more

Vaccination campaigns held in Aragua state

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Vaccination campaigns held in Aragua state

The Sociopolitical Articulation and Action Network (Raas), in collaboration with the Local Supply Committee (CLAP) and the Turmero Clinic, carried out different vaccination days for the inhabitants of the communities of La Fuente, La Carolina and La Mantuana in the Aragua state. The vaccines supplied were against COVID-19, diphtheria and toxoid, and other routine doses … Read more

Venezuela Reports 11 More COVID-19 Cases in a Day- 1,101 Days After the Struggle Began

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Venezuela Reports 11 More COVID-19 Cases in a Day- 1,101 Days After the Struggle Began

A total of 11 new infections from COVID-19 were detected in the last 24 hours. Tall cases are community what elevates to 552 mil 284 the accumulated confirmed, with 275 active caseswhile the number of recovered stands at 546 thousand 155 thanks to the free treatments guaranteed by the Bolivarian Government. This was announced this … Read more

From 2008 Banking Crisis Emerged Thousands of ‘Mortgage Prisoners’ like Aoife

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From 2008 Banking Crisis Emerged Thousands of ‘Mortgage Prisoners’ like Aoife

In 2008, the world was hit by a banking crisis that would lead to a global economic downturn that many are still feeling to this day. One of the many consequences of the crisis was the rise of ‘mortgage prisoners’, individuals unable to remortgage or move their properties due to changes in banking laws and … Read more

The Future of Technology and the Role of Risk Managers: A Narrative of Silicon Valley Bank

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The Future of Technology and the Role of Risk Managers: A Narrative of Silicon Valley Bank

Six Bayes Business School (formerly Cass) finance scholars discuss the collapse of the Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and subsequent action by HSBC to save its UK branch. pexels-karolina-grabowska-4386346Photo: Karolina Grabowski on Pexels What happened? On Friday, March 10, Silicon Valley Bank – one of the largest banks in the US and specializing in lending to … Read more

“What is the Significance of Rest for the Health and Learning of Children?”

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“What is the Significance of Rest for the Health and Learning of Children?”

Among the benefits associated with good sleep for children, we can mention a better mood, increased attention and concentration, as well as children’s ability to manage stress. “During sleep, the brain processes and stores the information acquired during the day. Children who get enough sleep have a better ability to retain and remember information, which … Read more

Collective exhibition “Cuerpos Temporales” is exhibited at the Museum of Contemporary Art

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Collective exhibition “Cuerpos Temporales” is exhibited at the Museum of Contemporary Art

The “Vanishing Point” room of the Armando Reverón (Maccar) Museum of Contemporary Art of Caracas houses the exhibition that has been baptized “Temporary Bodies”, which brings together pieces from a group of students from the National Experimental University for the Arts. (Join you). The 13 works of art that make up the exhibition, walk through … Read more