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This Convention marks the fourth iteration of the Geneva Convention regarding the wounded and sick, building on the foundations established in 1864, 1906, and 1929. Comprising 64 articles, it offers vital protections not only for those injured or ill but also for medical and religious personnel, medical units, and transport services. Additionally, it acknowledges the significance of distinctive emblems. The Convention includes two annexes that provide a draft agreement on hospital zones and a model identity card for medical and religious personnel. - Summary by International Committee of the ...

Join Arvid Falk, a young and idealistic civil servant, as he breaks free from the monotony of bureaucracy to pursue a life as a journalist and author. In his quest for truth, he delves into the worlds of politics, publishing, theatre, philanthropy, and business, only to uncover a web of hypocrisy and corruption that challenges his beliefs. Seeking solace and inspiration, he finds a community of bohemians who gather in a vibrant red dining room at Berns Salonger to engage in spirited discussions about these pressing issues.

On the morning of August 23, 1973, a man wearing a wig, makeup, and a pair of sunglasses walked into the main branch of Sveriges Kreditbank, a prominent bank in central Stockholm. He ripped out a submachine gun, fired it into the ceiling, and shouted, "The party starts!" This was the beginning of a six-day hostage crisis - and media circus - that would mesmerize the world, drawing into its grip everyone from Sweden's most notorious outlaw to the prime minister himself.

Welcome to Love Brew with August Love Story. Join millennial married couple Artieka and Tommy for a lively blend of love, laughter, and engaging conversations about current events and popular urban culture. Grab your morning brew and tune in as we dive into the latest happenings, trends, and thought-provoking discussions that shape our world. Whether you're a culture enthusiast, a news junkie, or just looking for an entertaining start to your weekend, our coffee-fueled episodes have something for everyone. Subscribe now and stay in the know while sharing some coffee and laughter with us.

A podcast discussing fascists, how to fight them, and American politics.

Uncut real conversations let's figure it out together. Open mindsets are welcomed the host is and published author former journalist also writer etc. Our mission is to inspire all to reach a higher level of self-awareness, self-growth, and self-love. Giving my perspective on topics sharing experiences. Understanding that preservation of self plays apart in all aspects of our lives. I want to hear what you have to say. Thank you BetterHelp for your sponsorship https://linktr.ee/alexandriaaugust?subscribe

The Skolfield Blueprint Podcast takes listeners on a journey through the monthly newsletter of Skolfield Companies. Each episode highlights key topics and themes from the newsletter, such as company updates, employee spotlights, industry insights, and community events. Join us as we dive into the stories and news that shape the culture and success of Skolfield Companies.

This podcast will not only be highlighting the day one events of the track and field events. But will be digging into more insights about these events as well as the athletes. Some predictions may be in there - or rather, my thoughts on how certain events will play out. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Spannende und unterhaltsame Geschichte für Feinschmecker - entlang der illustren Biografie Augusts des Starken erzählt! Über historische Rezepte wie beispielsweise Schnepfendreck wird lustvoll fabuliert. Vor allem lässt sich dank der sehr lebendigen und deftigen Sprache tief und genüsslich in die kulinarische Welt vor dreihundert Jahren eintauchen, am sächsischen Hof, in Versailles oder anderswo im hochadligen Europa.

Horace Greeley (1811-1872) was the founder and editor of the influential New York Tribune, whose circulation was among the largest in the United States. On August 19, 1862, Greeley wrote an editorial titled “The Prayer of Twenty Millions"—referring to the number of Northerners loyal to the Union—which criticized Lincoln for his reluctance to use the powers Congress had given him to confiscate southern property, including slaves, in order to emancipate them. The following is President Abraham Lincoln's reply, published in the Daily National Intelligencer on August 23, 1862.

"Flugtkongen Carl August Lorentzen" er en beretning om den mest spektakulære flugt fra et dansk fængsel nogensinde. Den foregik kort før jul i 1949. Jeg, Niels Ole Frederiksen, er født og opvokset i Horsens Statsfængsel, min far var dengang viceinspektør og blev senere inspektør ved fængslet. Jeg var, da flugten fandt sted, kun tre år. Men efterfølgende har historien været en af de fortællinger, der blev fortalt igen og igen af min far.

How often do you think about the Roman Empire? Do you fantasize what it would be like to have unlimited wealth and power? History is littered with corrupt and authoritative leaders—people who have sunk so low that they cease to be celebrated. Ancient Rome is no exception. Infamous Roman Emperors uncover the worst of the worst, revealing the darkest rulers of the ancient Roman world. This Roman Empire history book explores sordid scandal, shocking betrayal, insatiable lust, and unimaginable conquest.

Football and Basketball podcast: Knicks, Rangers, Giants, Yankees fan talking the game of football and basketball.. trying to improve the general fans knowledge and tell you what opinions to have

Découvrez On the Legal Side, le podcast qui décrypte les enjeux clients d’un cabinet d’avocats d’affaires 360. Du droit européen au contentieux des affaires, du secteur de l’énergie à celui des médias, August Debouzy (https://www.august-debouzy.com/fr/) est un cabinet de 150 avocats qui concentre un grand nombre d’expertises juridiques spécialisées. A travers ce podcast, nous voulons dévoiler les enjeux derrière les dernières évolutions du droit pour les entreprises. Ceux qui comptent pour les organisations et les dirigeants que nous accompagnons au quotidien. Deux ...

President Ronald Reagan, one of the most effective public speakers in presidential history, was known as "The Great Communicator". This is his "The Bombing Begins in Five Minutes" speech on August 11, 1984.

Join August, Eleanor, and Marcus, as we take an acerbic look at the worst excesses of the contemporary poetry landscape: celebrity poetry books, influencer vanity projects, the finest verse of instagram, the flarf, the slam, the alt lit, all of it—we’ll be reading the cream of the crop of the lowest of the brow.

President Ronald Reagan, one of the most effective public speakers in presidential history, was known as "The Great Communicator". This is his speech on tax and budget legislation on August 16, 1982.

President Ronald Reagan, one of the most effective public speakers in presidential history, was known as "The Great Communicator". This is his speech on the air traffic controllers' strike on August 3, 1981.

President Ronald Reagan, one of the most effective public speakers in presidential history, was known as "The Great Communicator". This is his speech at the Republican National Convention on August 23, 1984.

President Ronald Reagan, one of the most effective public speakers in presidential history, was known as "The Great Communicator". This is his Farewell Address at the Republican National Convention on August 15, 1988.