March 30, 2015

Optical Switches: Technologies and Global Markets (PR Newswire)

NEW YORK, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — REPORT HIGHLIGHTS The global market for optical switches reached $2.8 billion and $3.3 billion in 2013 and 2014, respectively. This market is expected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 17% to nearly $7.2 billion for the period 2014-2019.This report

Ster-Kinekor Adds Two IMAX® Theatres To Circuit (PR Newswire)

IMAX Expands Partnership with Africa’s Largest Exhibitor, Bringing Number of IMAX® Theatres to Six in Under Two Years NEW YORK, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — IMAX Corporation (NYSE: IMAX) and Ster-Kinekor Theatres, a division of Primedia (Pty) Ltd., today announced an agreement for two additional IMAX ® theatres.  The first IMAX

Our Next Host, Welcome Trevor Noah [press release]

Trevor Noah has been selected to become the next host of the Emmyreg and Peabodyreg Award-winning The Daily Show. Noah joined The Daily Show in 2014 as a contributor. He made his U.S. television debut in 2012 on The Tonight Show with Jay Leno and has also appeared on Late

Congratulations, Trevor Noah! [press release]

The DA congratulates South African comedian, Trevor Noah on his appointment as the new host of hit American news satire TV show, The Daily Show. He replaces Jon Stewart who has hosted the show since 1999. Trevor Noah made his debut on the Daily Show in December last year. This

Siasia Lauds Akpeyi’s Performance Against South Africa

Former Super Eagles manager, Samson Siasia has rated highest the side’s goalkeeper, Daniel Akpeyi against Bafana Bafana of South Africa in yesterday’s friendly tie at the Mbombela Stadium, Nelspruit. Eagles were held to a 1-1 draw with the side’s captain, Ahmed Musa scoring the opener in the 85th minute while

Pieter-Dirk Uys and Mzilikazi Khumalo – and the Many Uses of History [analysis]

The performing arts scene in Johannesburg is getting increasingly busy with large-scale oratorios as well as much comedy on various stages. J. BROOKS SPECTOR listens to and contemplates the oratorio, ‘Ushaka’, as well as Pieter-Dirk Uys’ examinations of his own comedic gift and the questions they have in common. The

Which Countries Are Top of the Cooking Charts? (PR Newswire)

NUREMBERG, Germany, March 30, 2015 /PRNewswire/ — Over half of people internationally say they cook purely for fun once a week or more.  Italy and South Africa lead on passion for food and cooking.  India and Ukraine top the chart for hours per week people spend cooking. France, Germany and

A Case for Social Workers

As the world continues to tumble into a plethora of social and economic problems, diverse views have been formed on how to steer humanity from falling off the cliff. Although some of these views have potential, most are just bombastic noises emanating from a myopic view of the human condition.

Germany Extends Military Operation in Somalia

The German parliament voted by a large majority to extend its military operations in Somalia. Of the 578 votes cast, 454 delegates voted for the continuation of German involvement in the mission. There were 115 “no” votes and nine abstentions. The decision provides for a continuation of earlier commitments to

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