Jun 9, 2018
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United Nations, New York, USA, June 08 2018 – Photographer Chris Jordan during a panel discussion held on the occasion of World Oceans Day. The discussion highlighted the important roles of youth and innovation in addressing solutions towards cleaning our oceans today at the UN Headquarters in New York City. Photos: Luiz Rampelotto/EuropaNewswire by Kurt Wheelock When the United Nations celebrated World Oceans Day on June 8 there were speeches but also a presentation by Parley about how ocean plastic is being used to make athletic shoes, credit cards and even luxury brand sunglasses. In an event attended by [Read More]
Mar 21, 2015
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Pharrell Williams and environmental advocates Philippe Cousteau and Sylvia Earle joined local students at an event held at United Nations Headquarters today to celebrate the International Day of Happiness and highlight the importance of tackling climate change. “You should know that happiness is your birthright. That’s reaction to something, or someone, or a moment. And you have a birthright and you have access to that as long as you’re breathing.” Williams spoke to the children gathered, telling them that happiness is their “birthright.” Marine Biologist Sylvia Earle ask the kids “What is the future you want? Think of the [Read More]
