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The Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT) released its first quarter 2017 Statistical and Economic Report, which shows Hawaii’s economy continues to expand at a slightly reduced rate. According to the most recent data released on Feb. 2 from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Hawaii’s economic growth rate during the first three quarters of 2016 was 2.1 percent, higher than the U.S. economic growth rate of 1.4 percent during the same time period.

March 6 marks 60 years of independence for Ghana, and in celebration, Ghana Union Midlands will present the ‘Ghana’s 60^th Independence Anniversary Celebrations,’ at the Parkland Banqueting Suite, in Hockley, in Birmingham. The comprehensive and dynamic dinner and dance spectacular will provide the ideal opportunity for natives of the West African country, and guests, to come together and share in the rich history, heritage, wealth and future expectations of a country which once ruled its own empire, for its centuries of independent rule before.

The 1,700-kilometre long Great Himalaya Trail returns at the end of the month and 59-year old Ian Whittaker, from Yorkshire, aims to become only the second person from the UK to complete the so-called 'trekking's holy grail' since it was launched in 2011. Exclusive with World Expeditions, the Full Nepal Traverse of the Great Himalaya Trail goes up to 6,190 metres above sea level and offers stunning views, including 8 peaks of more than 8,000 metres along the way.

Passengers at Frankfurt Airport can now find hanging gardens and other green oases in the departure lounges and waiting areas of both terminals. Especially the enormous greened walls in the departures hall of Terminal 2 are real eye-catchers: measuring about 135 square meters and covered with live plants, they also provide oxygen from photosynthesis, improve acoustics, and reduce carbon dioxide concentrations and dust in the air.

According to a Gilani Research Foundation Survey carried out by Gallup Pakistan, public opinion divided evenly on the role of media in Pakistan; 50% say media has a negative impact, while 50% say media provides true facts and creates awareness among the public.

Birmingham law firm, Clarke Willmott LLP, has announced its sponsorship of a programme designed to help brain injury survivors in Bangladesh. The programme is designed to close the treatment gap in the country, as well as providing improved psychological treatment and rehabilitation to patients. Clarke Willmott’s sponsorship, via its Serious Injury team, will see the firm donate new textbooks to psychology and neuropsychology students in Bangladesh, which will assist them with their studies to become fully qualified, with the eventual aim of delivering much-needed treatment and rehabilitation to local communities.

As Valentine's Day approaches, couples are planning romantic getaways to kindle their passion. From secluded beach picnics on Sydney Harbour to remote luxury lodges and houseboats for two, New South Wales (NSW) has an abundance of options for couples looking to spend quality time together. Destination NSW research shows adult couples make up nearly a third of all domestic short break visits annually. In Summer 2015-16, 33 per cent of domestic and international overnight short break visitors to Sydney were adult couples.

This year’s Arabian Travel Market (ATM), a sister event of World Travel Market London, will provide the perfect platform for UK destinations, hotels and attractions, as well as regional outbound tour operators as Middle East travellers are expected to play a key role in the UK’s continued tourism growth. According to the World Travel and Tourism Council the total contribution of travel and tourism to the United Kingdom is forecast to reach $363.77 billion (£290.9 billion) by 2026.

While Pakistan is consistently focusing on developing different arenas of the country from agriculture to energy, the key aspect which is being overlooked is that of education. While energy, time, money and resources are being spent on ensuring food security and eliminating load shedding, no one from top down is questioning why government bodies need to spend so much on ensuring more resources for the future. If one stopped and thought about it they would realize that the answer lies in Pakistan’s growing population.

UAE Business Group Head, Chairman of DM Real Estate Group, Suhail Mohd AL Zarooni has announced that the Al-Zarooni Foundation with DM Group collaboration will build the First Ever “Gold Plated Housing Project” in Dubai and Pakistan. Suhail Mohd Al-Zarooni, who is also the Chairman Al Zarooni Foundation, informed that the mega real estate project will initially start from Dubai and in the second phase, the project will be expanded to other Asian countries which will start from Pakistan by Karachi-based DM Real Estate Group.

Sense International supports children and adults who are deafblind in Bangladesh, India, Kenya, Tanzania, Peru, Romania and Uganda and they are currently planning a programme for Bangladesh to support deafblind children that are currently being excluded from basic education, with dire consequences for the individual, family and community.  

The Assistant Inspector-General of Police in-charge of Zone 2, AIG Kayode Aderanti, mni went on a duty tour of Ogun State Command on Tuesday January 24, 2017. The first stop for the AIG was a courtesy call to Sentator Ibikunle Amosun, the Executive Governor of Ogun State at the government offices. The governor commended the Police for their proactiveness in recent times and encouraged them to maintain their tempo.

Alicia Keys gave New York the modern day anthem Empire State of Mind, Freddie Mercury belted out a tune for Barcelona, and Lou Reed named a whole album Berlin. Now it's Sydney's turn to celebrate this stunning city with a new tune from Sony Music recording artists Jess + Matt. Jess + Matt will perform their new song Sydney to Me live for the first time on the steps of the world famous Sydney Opera House at the 2017 Australia Day Concert.

Punjab University Vice Chancellor Prof Dr Zafar Mueen Nasir has said that on the basis of a comprehensive policy, Punjab University would be brought among top 500 universities of the world and it would play role in improving country’s economy. He was addressing a media briefing at university club on Wednesday.