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Entre sécurité, durabilité et souveraineté numérique, Hidora et sa plateforme Hikube illustrent la nouvelle orientation du cloud en Suisse

Hidora lance Hikube, une nouvelle plateforme cloud multi-zones 100 % suisse. Les données sont répliquées entre Genève, Gland et Lucerne pour garantir la résilience. L’initiative s’inscrit dans la stratégie nationale de souveraineté numérique. La plateforme respecte les normes ISO 27001, … Read the full press release

EIB Institute Strengthens Gaza Relief Efforts with Targeted Humanitarian Aid for Children and Vulnerable Families

(IN BRIEF) The EIB Institute has pledged €750,000 in humanitarian aid to support urgent medical and nutritional assistance in Gaza, focusing on children, pregnant women, and vulnerable families. The funds will be channelled through Welthungerhilfe and CARE, two experienced NGOs … Read the full press release

New Report Supported by Bayer Highlights Urgent Need for Allergy-Friendly Schools and Evidence-Based Treatment for Children

(IN BRIEF) A new expert-led publication in the European Medical Journal, supported by Bayer, highlights the growing global burden of allergic rhinitis (hay fever) among children. Affecting 20% of children worldwide, the condition is linked to reduced academic performance, poor … Read the full press release

Stagecoach Offers Free Nationwide Bus Travel for Military Personnel and Veterans on Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day

(IN BRIEF) Stagecoach is offering free nationwide travel on its bus services for serving military personnel, veterans, and cadets on Remembrance Sunday (9 November) and Armistice Day (11 November). The initiative, supported by the company’s Veterans Network, encourages participation in … Read the full press release

UK Retailer Co-op Strengthens Inclusive Support for Employees Affected by Pregnancy Loss

(IN BRIEF) Co-op has doubled paid bereavement leave for pregnancy loss from five to ten days, reinforcing its compassionate approach to employee wellbeing and inclusion. The updated policy, first introduced in 2021, recognizes pregnancy loss as a bereavement rather than … Read the full press release

Abertis Foundation and UNICEF Strengthen STEM Education for Girls in Mexico to Bridge Gender Gaps in Science and Technology

(IN BRIEF) The Abertis Foundation, in partnership with UNICEF, is driving a nationwide effort in Mexico to close the gender gap in STEM education. Over 6,000 children and adolescents in more than 300 schools have benefited from the programme, which … Read the full press release

University of Bristol’s Online Lichen Sclerosus Guide Wins National Award for Empowering Patients and Improving Communication

(IN BRIEF) The Lichen Sclerosus Guide, co-produced by the University of Bristol, University of Nottingham, and NHS partners, has won the 2025 Picker Experience Network Award for excellence in patient communication. The online guide provides vital information and support for … Read the full press release

Over One Million Children Benefit from LEGO Group’s Play-Based MRI Initiative Supporting Pediatric Care

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has reached a major milestone with over one million children worldwide benefiting from its LEGO MRI Scanner set—a hands-on educational model designed to help young patients feel more comfortable during MRI procedures. Developed in collaboration … Read the full press release

Co-op Strengthens Responsible Sourcing with Full Transition to ASC-Certified Aquaculture

(IN BRIEF) The Co-op has committed to ensuring that all its standard own-brand fresh and frozen farmed seafood becomes ASC-certified by 2027, marking a major milestone in its sustainability agenda. The ASC label, recognised worldwide for responsible aquaculture, guarantees high … Read the full press release

M&S Research Shows Retail as the Top Career Starting Point for UK Youth — Marks & Start Programme Hits Record Success

(IN BRIEF) Marks & Spencer (M&S) has revealed that retail is the leading first employer for young people in the UK, with one in four starting their careers in the industry. The company’s Marks & Start programme, developed with The … Read the full press release

FIGO and SOGC Announce Montréal as Host City for the FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics 2027

(IN BRIEF) The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) has selected Montréal, Canada, as the host city for the XXVI FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics, scheduled for 31 October–5 November 2027. Organised in partnership with the Society … Read the full press release

Institute of Cancer Research renews Athena Swan Silver Award for leadership in gender equality and inclusion

(IN BRIEF) The Institute of Cancer Research has renewed its Athena Swan Silver Award for 2025–2029, recognising continued progress in promoting gender equality and fostering an inclusive workplace. The award highlights key achievements such as improved recruitment and flexible working … Read the full press release

STARK reinforces commitment to Danish football and gender equality through expanded Danish Football Association collaboration

(IN BRIEF) STARK Group, through its Danish subsidiary STARK Denmark, has expanded its partnership with the Danish Football Association to include both the women’s and men’s national football teams. The move builds on a collaboration that began in 2018 with … Read the full press release

FIGO Recognises Nineteen Trailblazing Women for Transformative Contributions to Global Women’s Health

(IN BRIEF) FIGO has presented the 2025 FIGO Women’s Awards to nineteen exceptional women from around the world for their transformative contributions to gynaecology, obstetrics, and women’s health. The awards, announced during the FIGO General Assembly at the XXV FIGO … Read the full press release

International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics Welcomes New Members, Strengthening Global Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) The International Federation of Gynecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) has expanded its international network to 142 national societies with the inclusion of new members from Angola, Chad, and Guyana. These associations—Associação de Ginecologistas e Obstetras de Angola, Association Tchadienne … Read the full press release

XXV FIGO World Congress in Cape Town Brings Together Global Experts to Drive Women’s Health and Rights Forward

(IN BRIEF) FIGO will host over 5,000 participants at the XXV FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics, held in Cape Town, South Africa, from 5–9 October 2025. Returning to Africa for the first time since 2009, the Congress will … Read the full press release

FIGO Awards Celebrate Global Trailblazers Advancing Women’s Health, Equality, and Reproductive Rights

(IN BRIEF) At the XXIII FIGO World Congress of Gynecology and Obstetrics in Cape Town, six outstanding figures were honoured for their global impact on women’s health and rights. The FIGO Distinguished Merit Award was presented to Ethiopia’s Health Minister … Read the full press release

Breast Cancer Awareness Month: bonprix strengthens women’s health advocacy with “Feel ahead!” initiative and Pink Collection

(IN BRIEF) bonprix, together with Brustkrebs Deutschland e. V., has launched its “Feel ahead!” campaign for Breast Cancer Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of breast self-examination with the striking image of a knotted bra. Running alongside the release of its … Read the full press release

Samaritans plans 24/7 online chat and remote volunteering to strengthen its suicide prevention service

(IN BRIEF) Samaritans has announced a major programme of change to strengthen its suicide prevention service, focusing on reshaping its branch network, expanding its online chat to 24/7 availability, and piloting remote volunteering opportunities. The charity, whose 23,000 volunteers answered … Read the full press release