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 Recent census data and an NBC study have unveiled a significant shift in public and private school enrollment trends across the United States. The analysis, authored by Kia Murray and published by WCNC Charlotte, suggests that the decline in public school enrollment is not solely attributable to falling birth rates. The NBC study focused on the age group between 5 and 17, revealing a four-percentage-point drop in public school enrollment from 2012 to 2022 despite overall population growth. Notably, the Carolinas experienced even more substantial declines, with North Carolina seeing a 5-6% decrease and South Carolina witnessing a staggering 7% ... Read more

WEBWIRE – Saturday, April 27, 2024 TheNFBis making animpressivereturnto MontrealsSommets du cinma danimation(May 611), with11productions and co-productions screening as world premieresincludingLe tableau(The Painting), by Michle Lemieux, made with the famous Alexeeff-Parker pinscreen, and LOCA, by Vronique Paquette. The festivalsclosing filmwill be Loc DarsesGraverlhomme: arrt sur Pierre Hbert (Scratches of Life: The Art of Pierre Hbert). Additionally, filmmaker Arash Akhgari will be giving anArtists Talkabout his new filmIn the Shallows (En surface), which is also receiving itsworld premiere. Films from the14th edition of the Hothouse mentorshipforemerging animators across Canadawill be having theirworld premieresas well. Many of thefilmsin this rich selection at ... Read more

Highlights（Unaudited relevant data for the six months ended 29 February 2024） Revenue increased by 19.3% YoY to approximately RMB1,160.2 million; Gross profit rose by 17.5% YoY to approximately RMB578.0 million; Profit for the period attributable to owners of the Company rose by 13.2% YoY to approximately RMB338.2 million; Number of student enrolments increased by 12.3% over the corresponding period of last year to 96,100; Cash and cash equivalents amounted to RMB1,491.0 million, indicating ample liquidity; Interim dividend per share of 9.6 HK cents with a dividend payout ratio of 30%. HONG KONG, Apr 26, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Edvantage Group ... Read more

SEOUL, S.KOREA, Apr 26, 2024 – (ACN Newswire) – Dr. Eric A. Johnson and Professor Dirk Dressler, internationally renowned botulinum toxin experts, visited South Korea in March this year to join WizMedi Bio’s new botulinum toxin development project. Their involvement is expected to profoundly boost product development and registration processes. The long-standing collaboration between Dr. Johnson and Professor Dressler has shaped the global botulinum toxin landscape over the past decades. Dr. Johnson, a retired professor of bacteriology at the University of Wisconsin-Madison in the US, has dedicated over four decades to botulinum toxin research, authoring over 200 publications and founded 3 ... Read more

Dynamics Communities and Community Summit North America, in collaboration with Microsoft, are introducing the Biz Apps Partner Summit to run July 24-25, 2024, in Bellevue, Washington delivering a 24-hour immersion into FY 25 priorities, opportunities and, of course, the role of AI with Copilot for consultants, systems integrators and ISVs. Built to accelerate the success of Microsoft Dynamics partners, the Biz Apps Partner Summit packs in a ton of actionable intelligence in the form of keynotes, general sessions, panel discussions and fireside chats along with a low-key reception and dinner on Wednesday evening. “With some incredible collaboration with the team ... Read more

Northern Utah Patients Can Now Access Lifesaving, Minimally Invasive Heart Valve Procedure Through Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital in Ogden, Utah Northern Utah patients who are experiencing symptoms of heart failure now have access to a minimally invasive heart procedure at Intermountain McKay-Dee Hospital that is not only improving patient lives but saving them. Cardiologists in Ogden, Utah are now performing a procedure where they place a tiny clip in the heart to repair a leaky mitral valve that significantly decreases the risk of heart failure patients. “This is a terrific treatment option for patients who are experiencing this issue,” said Eric Lindley, ... Read more