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Published 27 May,2022 via China Daily – US Edition

A shooting at an elementary school in Texas that has killed 19 children and two adults marks the 27th school shooting in the US this year.

It was the deadliest incident of its kind since 2012, when a gunman shot and killed 26 people at an elementary school in Connecticut. In this video, we examine some of the most tragic school shootings in the country’s history.
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Inaugural Sport Impact Summit champions global change through the power of sport

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The inaugural Sport Impact Summit (SIS) 2024 united over 200 global leaders, dignitaries, and changemakers at Atlantis, The Palm, Dubai, to champion the transformative power of sport in addressing critical global challenges, including climate action, sustainability, and human health.

The summit, held under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency Dr. Ahmad Belhoul Al Falasi, UAE Minister of Sports, and in the presence of His Excellency Sheikh Suhail Bin Butti Suhail Al Maktoum, Executive Director of the Sports Development Sector at the General Authority of Sports, provided an engaging platform for impactful discussions, innovative partnerships, and actionable solutions.

Key highlights included the UAE Ministry of Sport Masterclass, presented by Oxford SDG and Sport Impact, showcasing best practices in sustainability leadership. The summit also featured powerful stories of innovation and advocacy from organizations like McLaren, Deloitte, ATP Tour, Nitto, Sail GP, and Reflo, emphasizing the sport industry’s role in fostering environmental stewardship.

The event’s agenda also included:

-Moneyball Talk: Hosted by Dureka Carrasquillo, this session explored the evolving financial landscape of sustainability sponsorship in sports with insights from 1.5 Capital, SURJ, Udinese Calcio, and VTV Consulting.

-Player Power Panel: Featuring Justin Coghlan, Dominic Thiem, and Lucy Shuker, the panel highlighted athletes’ increasing influence in driving meaningful change.

-Biodiversity Tour: In partnership with Goumbook and Atlantis Dubai, this initiative highlighted the critical connection between sport and environmental preservation.-Mike Ford, Co-Founder of SIS, noted, “The overwhelming enthusiasm we’ve witnessed confirms the sporting world’s readiness to take bold action to address sustainability and human health challenges. This summit marks the beginning of a global movement. We are thrilled to announce a series of future masterclasses across the region and the launch of the Sport Impact Summit 2025, aligning with the Dubai Fitness Challenge next year.”

Sean Morris, Co-Founder of SIS, added, “The success of this summit underscores the collective power of sport and the necessity of collaborative action. This event has catalyzed partnerships and ideas that will shape the future of sustainability in sport, driving tangible progress toward a better world.”

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Etihad Airways adds 10 new destinations for 2025

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Etihad Airways, the national airline of the United Arab Emirates, announced the launch of ten new destinations starting in 2025.

The new destinations are Algiers, Atlanta, Chiang Mai, Hanoi, Hong Kong, Krabi, Medan, Phnom Penh, Taipei and Tunis. They will complement Etihad’s previously revealed new destinations for 2025: Prague, Warsaw, and Al Alamein.

Antonoaldo Neves, Etihad’s Chief Executive Officer, said, “Launching ten new destinations in a single day underscores our unwavering commitment to growing our airline with a fantastic route network and world-class, customer-focused service. This incredible milestone would not have been possible without the extraordinary efforts of our team and the ongoing support of our guests.”

Etihad’s expansion is set to bring tens of thousands of new visitors directly to Abu Dhabi, boosting its position as a premier destination for leisure, business, and cultural tourism. The move aligns with the UAE capital’s efforts to attract international travellers and reinforces its reputation as a hub of connectivity, innovation, and hospitality.

“The launch of these ten destinations is supported by our impressive hub, Zayed International Airport, which boasts the ‘wow’ factor and ample space to accommodate our rapid growth, further enhancing the exceptional guest experience,” said Neves. “2025 marks a pivotal year for Etihad, with more than 90 destinations in over 50 countries, a fleet of more than 110 aircraft – including our amazing new A321LRs – welcoming over 20 million guests onboard. Most importantly, it will support us in bringing over a million visitors to Abu Dhabi to enjoy our home.”

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Global Chess League starts with American Gambits and Alpine SG Pipers leading the charge

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The packed venue at Friends House in London erupted in applause as players entered the playing hall, dressed in team jerseys in an atmosphere more akin to a football match than a chess tournament.

The opening match of the season was played between the American Gambits and the season one runner-up – upGrad Mumba Masters.
According to league regulations, each match starts with a coin toss to decide colours. For this round, the American Gambits played with the white pieces. As this is a round-robin tournament, they will switch to black when they meet the Mumba Masters again.

American Gambits secured a commanding 11:6 victory over the upGrad Mumba Masters, earning three match points.

On the Icon board, reserved for the league’s strongest players, world number two Hikaru Nakamura, playing as White, fought to a hard-earned draw against France’s Maxime Vachier-Lagrave. Nakamura described his performance as “shaky” but remained optimistic about his team’s chances: “I think as the event goes on, we’ll build more chemistry. Everyone’s in a pretty good mood, and today we played really well… My game was maybe a little shaky at times, but everybody seemed to play well, so I’m actually pretty optimistic. As the event goes on, we’ll continue to get better.”

While Nakamura settled for a draw, his teammate, 26-year-old Polish grandmaster Jan-Krzysztof Duda, delivered a decisive win. Duda defeated Vidit Santhosh Gujrathi with a brilliant checkmate combination, earning him the title of Player of the Match.

Elsewhere, Yu Yangyi played to a draw against Peter Svidler in a balanced encounter between seasoned grandmasters. However, it was on the lower boards that the American Gambits secured their victory. Kazakhstan’s Bibisara Assaubayeva upset one of India’s top female players, Humpy Koneru, while Harika Dronavalli provided a win for the Mumba Masters by defeating German GM Elisabeth Paehtz. Jonas Buhl Bjerre capped off the Gambits’ commanding win by defeating Mumba’s Raunak Sadhwani.

The second match of the day saw the Ganges Grandmasters, playing with White, face the Alpine SG Pipers. Despite the color disadvantage, the SG Pipers triumphed with an 11:6 victory, thanks to wins by Richard Rapport and Hou Yifan.

The top duel of the day featured a showdown between two titans of chess – both five-time World Champions – Viswanathan Anand and Magnus Carlsen. The game ended in a draw, with Carlsen managing to steady the ship after a tough middle game.

Richard Rapport’s victory came after a tense battle with Iranian grandmaster Parham Maghsoodloo, where he turned the tables despite White’s early initiative. For his performance, Rapport was named Player of the Match. Meanwhile, Ganges’ Vaishali Rameshbabu put up a fierce fight against former women’s World Champion Hou Yifan, but still lost.

International Master Nurgyul Salimova saved face for the Ganges Grandmasters by defeating the experienced blitz and rapid player Kateryna Lagno. On the junior board, the match between Volodar Murzin and Daniel Dardha ended in a draw.

With such a strong start, the American Gambits and Alpine SG Pipers have established themselves as one of the top teams to watch in this year’s Global Chess League.

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