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UNESCO’s 43rd General Conference: A New Era in Samarkand
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UNESCO’s Samarkand Moment: A Global Conference at the Crossroads of Civilizations By CitiTimes Editorial Desk When UNESCO chose Samarkand, Uzbekistan, as the venue for its 43rd General Conference (October 30 – November 13, 2025), it wasn’t just a logistical decision—it was a symbolic one. For the first time in over four decades, the General Conference…
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WorldSkills Lyon 2024: Celebrating Global Talent and Success
WorldSkills Lyon 2024: Talented Winners, Long-lasting Legacy LYON, France, Sept. 19, 2024 — The 47th WorldSkills Competition has officially ended after a week of intense competition. The event marked the conclusion of an exciting journey for 1,400 young professionals worldwide. Over four days, participants from nearly 70 countries and regions competed in 59 different skill…
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United States Dominates 2024 Paris Olympics with 40 Gold Medals
Paris, August 14, 2024 — A country’s ranking within the medal table is determined exclusively by the number of gold medals it has attained. The United States emerged as the leader in the Paris Olympic medal count, achieving 126 medals, 40 of which were gold. The competition for obtaining the highest number of gold medals…
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IOC President Thomas Bach Expresses Gratitude to France and Paris 2024
Paris, August 13, 2024 — The International Olympic Committee (IOC) extended its gratitude to all those in France who played an essential role in delivering the spectacular Olympic Games in Paris 2024. At an emotional event held at the headquarters of the Organising Committee the morning after the Closing Ceremony, IOC President Thomas Bach, IOC…
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Explore Paris 2024: Official Olympic Shop, Licensing Program, and Digital Engagement
Paris, August 11, 2024 — As Paris 2024 captivates audiences worldwide, fans can engage with the Olympic Games through a wide range of physical and digital products offered through the International Olympic Committee (IOC) global licensing program. The IOC has partnered with several new licensees to release Olympic-branded products across three collections for Paris 2024:…
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Paris 2024 Olympians Elect Four New Members to IOC Athletes’ Commission
Paris, August 8, 2024 — The Paris 2024 Olympians have elected four new members to the IOC Athletes’ Commission: Kim Bui from Germany, Marcus Daniell from New Zealand, Allyson Felix from the USA, and Jessica Fox from Australia. These athletes will serve an eight-year term, ending at the Olympic Games in Brisbane in 2032. The…
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Thrilling Action at Paris 2024 Olympic Games: Opening Ceremony and Competitions
Paris, July 27, 2024 — After the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024, competitions in the Olympic events in archery, football, handball, and rugby sevens have begun in Paris and across France, treating fans to thrilling action. The men’s rugby sevens tournament drew sellout crowds to the Stade de France for group-stage matches…
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Spectacular Paris 2024: Eiffel Tower Decorated with Olympic Rings for Games
With 50 days until the start of the Olympic Games, the iconic Olympic Rings decorate the Eiffel Tower. Paris, June 07, 2024 — In less than 50 days, the world will turn its attention to Paris and France as they host their 3rd Summer Games, marking 100 years since their last hosting. Less than two…
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