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It Started as a Hot Tub Harbor Cruise. It Became a Rescue Mission.

The captain of a party boat gave the fullest account of the rescue of 12 passengers near Liberty Island. A mother and daughter died and the incident is now part of a federal investigation.

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Olly Arkins to Exit Australian Festival Association

Olly Arkins, chief executive officer of the AFA, will depart from the trade body with effect from Aug. 21.

  • Olly Arkins resigns as CEO of Australian Festival Association.
  • AFA chair Adelle Robinson commends Arkins' leadership during pandemic recovery.
  • Arkins credited for reforms, funding, and stronger festival-industry relationships.

NGO Partners Lagos, Others for 6th Inter-Public Schools Championship

Mary Nnah The Shamadean Imole Charity Foundation has commenced the sixth edition of the Lagos State Inter-Public Schools Championship, an initiative aimed at promoting academic excellence, creativity…

  • Shamadean Imole Charity Foundation launched 6th Lagos Inter-Public Schools Championship.
  • Event includes debate, Chess, Scrabble, table tennis, football, cooking competitions.
  • Championship aims to revive education values through intellectual growth and character development.