Niihara International announced that its Founder and CEO, Dr. Yutaka Niihara, has been awarded the Rosa Parks Spirit Award by the Rosa and Raymond Parks Institute for Self Development. The honor recognizes his long-standing commitment to improving care and treatment options for patients with sickle cell disease, particularly those affected by health disparities. The Company continues to advance therapies, including L-glutamine treatment, aimed at reducing complications and addressing unmet medical needs in rare diseases. Irvine, California – June 23, 2026 – Niihara International, Inc. (“Niihara International” or the “Company”), a development-stage biopharmaceutical company focused on therapies for rare and orphan diseases, today announced that its Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Yutak...

International credit rating agency Fitch Ratings has affirmed Kazakhstan’s sovereign credit rating at BBB with a Stable Outlook, according to Kazakhstan’s Ministry of National Economy. According to Fitch, the rating is supported by Kazakhstan’s strong external position, substantial net foreign assets, and low level of government debt. The agency noted that higher oil prices in 2026 are expected to further strengthen the country’s external position. Foreign currency assets held by Kazakhstan’s National Fund reached US$66.4 billion at the end of May 2026. Fitch stated that Kazakhstan’s net foreign asset position is expected to remain among the strongest of countries with comparable credit ratings. The agency also reported that Kazakhstan’s gross international reserves reached US$67....

The International Skating Union (ISU) has officially selected Astana as the host city for the 2027 Four Continents Figure Skating Championships, according to Kazakhstan’s National Olympic Committee. The competition is scheduled to take place from 9 to 14 February 2027. The event will bring together figure skaters from Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Oceania. According to the ISU, the decision follows increased interest in figure skating in Kazakhstan after Mikhail Shaidorov won the gold medal in the men’s singles event at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan and Cortina d’Ampezzo. The ISU noted that Shaidorov’s victory contributed to growing public interest in the sport in Kazakhstan. The 2027 Four Continents Championships will be the largest figure skating competition hosted by K...

Kazakhstan continues to strengthen its position on the regional tourism map. In recent years, the sector has demonstrated steady growth, with tourism activity increasing across nearly all key indicators. Following strong growth in 2025, the positive trend has continued into 2026. According to the latest data, nearly 2 million guests were accommodated at tourism establishments across Kazakhstan during the first quarter of 2026. The value of services provided exceeded 69 billion tenge, representing a 14% increase compared to the same period last year. The volume index of tourism services reached 104.5%, indicating not only higher prices but also genuine growth in tourism activity. Domestic tourism has shown particularly strong momentum. During the first quarter of 2026, the number of K...

Kazakhstan has improved its position in the Global Peace Index (GPI) 2026, ranking 44th out of 163 countries, up five places from last year, according to the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP). Published by the IEP, the index assesses countries based on 23 indicators, including levels of crime, internal conflict, public safety, and militarisation. Kazakhstan’s score improved to 1.771, placing it among the world’s 50 most peaceful countries. In Central Asia, Uzbekistan ranked highest at 37th place with a score of 1.726. It was followed by Kazakhstan (44th), Tajikistan (47th), the Kyrgyz Republic (61st), and Turkmenistan (66th). Globally, Iceland, New Zealand, and Switzerland ranked as the most peaceful countries, while Ukraine and Russia were placed near the bottom of the inde...

The future is approaching faster than ever, and a new chapter in blockchain innovation is about to begin. Alberta, Canada, Jun 24, 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Today, we are excited to announce that the countdown has officially started for the launch of CORAL COIN (CORL), a next-generation blockchain ecosystem built to empower users, businesses, and communities through secure, transparent, and utility-driven digital solutions. On 27 June 2026, Coral Blockchain will take a significant step forward as CORAL COIN officially goes live, opening the door to a new world of decentralized technology and digital finance. Why Coral? Blockchain technology has transformed industries worldwide, but challenges remain. Many projects focus on hype rather than utility. Others struggle with transparency, scalabilit...

The State of AI at Work, published by Kristian Kabashi and The Blank Collar, shows that adoption is widespread, but 87% of users are still beginners Switzerland, 24th Jun 2026 — Kristian Kabashi, the technology executive and analyst who developed The Blank Collar transformation practice for the intelligence age, today announced the publication of a new field report, The State of AI at Work. The report reveals a significant gap between corporate expectations of artificial intelligence (AI) in the workplace versus actual results. The report shows that while AI adoption is widespread, 87% of workers use AI at the beginner level. Just 13% use AI for meaningful work. According to Kabashi, “Your company bought AI, but nobody changed. At some level, we’ve seen this with every major technology shi...

Dental Pitch Advisory & Brokerage has released its 2026 dental practice valuation guidance to help practice owners better understand the financial and operational factors buyers evaluate before a sale. The guidance explains why modern dental practice valuation is no longer based on collections alone, but on EBITDA, Quality of Earnings, expense benchmarks, valuation multiples, clean financial documentation, provider dependence, hygiene performance, growth potential, and transferability after closing. Dental Pitch emphasizes that stronger sale outcomes are created through preparation, not guesswork, and that practice value is built, documented, defended, and positioned before going to market. Atlanta, GA, United States, 24th Jun 2026- Dental Pitch Advisory & Brokerage, a seller-side ...

San Francisco, CA, 24th June 2026, ZEX PR WIRE — Kevin D. Oden & Associates (KDOA), a model risk management and quantitative advisory firm, today shared its perspective on SR 26-2, the revised interagency guidance on model risk management issued jointly by the Federal Reserve, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, and the FDIC on April 17, 2026. The revised guidance (SR 26-2, OCC Bulletin 2026-13, and FDIC FIL-15-2026) supersedes the 2011 guidance widely known as SR 11-7, which had governed how banking organizations identify, validate, monitor, and govern quantitative models for fifteen years. The update moves toward a more flexible, principles-based approach that is tailored to an institution’s model risk profile and the size and complexity of its operations. It is expected...

Xiamen, China, 24th Jun 2026 – Xiamen Million Stone Art & Crafts Co., Ltd., a leading original wall art and home decor manufacturer established in 1995, has introduced an AI-assisted design system to support OEM, ODM, and wholesale buyers worldwide. The new system combines artificial intelligence with the company’s long-standing expertise in original design, mixed-media craftsmanship, and copyright protection, helping global partners improve product development efficiency and accelerate time-to-market. Key Takeaways Established in 1995 with over 30 years of manufacturing experience More than 30,000 original designs supported by extensive copyright registrations 20,000-square-meter production facility and 2,000-square-meter showroom OEM, ODM, and wholesale services available worldwide ...