2008FEB17 - Noteworthy News - Regular

Halo, happy viewers, and pô la bwam. This is how “welcome” is said in Douala, a language spoken mainly in Cameroon. Thank you for joining us on Noteworthy News – Merry News for a Comfortable World.

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In today’s news, Japan donates US$172,000 for community development projects in Mozambique. In renewable energy news, German electronics company Siemens promotes wind energy in Asia. In humanitarian news, Long Beach County, USA receives a federal grant of over US$5 million to help the homeless. In philanthropy news, the United Kingdom presents “UK Australian of the Year” to Mr. Michael Hintze, who loves donating to worthwhile causes. In animal welfare news, a 24 foot trailer (over 7 meters) is now available to help animals during emergencies in Alabama, USA. Please stay with us for all this and more, on Supreme Master Television, your positive TV channel.

Today in history, February 17, Ms. Zina Bethune was born in New York City. Ms. Bethune began formal ballet training at the age of six, and at age 14, was performing with the New York City Ballet. She would go on to have a successful acting career, appearing in popular American television dramas and movies. Love of dance has always been an integral part of Ms. Bethune’s life; in 1982, she founded Infinite Dreams. This is a program that annually enrolls over 1,000 children with special needs in dance programs around southern California. For her good work, she has received many accolades throughout the years. More recently, Ms. Bethune was honored by Supreme Master Ching Hai with the Shining World Leadership Award. Thank you, Ms. Zina Bethune, and God bless you for bringing joy and encouragement to children through Infinite Dreams. Best wishes for a very happy birthday with your loved ones.

In Supreme Master Ching Hai International Association news from San Francisco, USA…
Our Association members from the San Francisco Center, USA brought God’s love and comfort to fellow citizens without shelter. One hundred gift bags, each containing a sleeping bag, gloves, socks, hat, and a box of vegetarian noodles, were shared with our homeless friends. In addition, sweaters were given out. The gracious recipients thanked Supreme Master Ching Hai and our Association members for remembering them on a cold night with helpful gifts. Our Association members were grateful to the Almighty for the opportunity to serve God’s precious children. May all be granted warm and safe havens.

In world news, Japan donates US$172,000 for community development projects in Mozambique. The funds are to be used in the fields of education, clean water, and sanitation. Japanese Ambassador, Tatsuya Miki, said: “The Japanese government cooperates with Mozambique in three pillars, namely economic development, human capital and good governance. The promotion of education, water supply and sanitation fit into any of these pillars.” Japan has contributed approximately US$2 million to 29 community-based programs in Mozambique since 2001.

Thank you, Japan, and Heaven bless your ongoing help to Mozambique. May the fine people of Mozambique be graced with peace and abundance.

Ahead on Noteworthy News, permanent housing is being built for the homeless in California, USA. We’ll just go for a hug, be right back. More fabulous news when we return, here on Supreme Master Television.

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Billy the Goat: Halo, and welcome back to Noteworthy News - Merry News for a Loving World. It’s Billy the Goat here, with a tip on how to lessen your use of water. When washing your fresh produce, please consider using the sink or a pan that is partially filled with water, instead of running water from the tap. That way you will have clean fruit and veggies, and save water too! Every little bit helps Mother Earth. And now, it’s time for worldwide weather.

In renewable energy news, German electronics company, Siemens, has opened an office in Singapore to promote wind energy across Asia. Siemens is confident that there will be an increase in the use of sustainable energy sources in the region. Mr. Hans-Dieter Bott, Siemens’ manager in Singapore, said that wind energy sales have become a multi-billion euro market.

Thank you, Siemens, and God’s blessings for your endeavors to expand the use of renewable energy sources around the world. May Earth citizens be granted with a sustainable planet for all to inhabit.

In humanitarian news, Long Beach County, California, USA receives over US$5 million from the federal government to help the homeless. The funds will support 30 projects which include the construction of permanent housing. One of the recipient organizations of the federal funds is People Assisting the Homeless, a charitable organization that will manage over 80 units of low-cost housing once they are finished being constructed.

Many thanks and God bless the United States and all organizations that are working to help the homeless. May all be graced with happy and dignified lives.

Up next, philanthropist Michael Hintze is “UK Australian of the Year.” We’ll take a few moments in silent prayer for peace; please stay tuned, Noteworthy News will be right back here on Supreme Master Television.

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Welcome back to Noteworthy News - Merry News for a Stable World.

Merry News for a Happy World.

In philanthropy news, the United Kingdom presents “UK Australian of the Year” award. Introduced in 2005, the award recognizes the achievements and contributions of Australians living in Britain.This year’s recipient is philanthropist Michael Hintze, who donated more than AU$2.5 million to help in the restoration work of the Vatican's Michelangelo frescoes. It is estimated that Mr. Hintze has given away approximately AU$60 million since the late 1980s. At a ceremony in London, he was honored for his charitable work and contributions to the arts.

Congratulations on your award, Mr. Michael Hintze, and thank you. May the Providence bless you for your warm-hearted generosity.

In animals welfare news, a 24-foot trailer (over 7 meters) is available to help animals during emergencies in Alabama, USA. The trailer has been funded by a federal grant of about US$80,000, and can be moved to other locations if needed. Alabama emergency response officials now have the means to provide a mobile refuge for up to 80 animals during environmental emergencies. The trailer can be used for both larger animals such as cows and horses, and smaller companion animals such as dogs and cats.

Thank you and God bless the United States and emergency response teams for helping to care for the loving animals. May Heaven’s light shine on all animals to have the happy lives they so richly deserve.

And now for some humor with a joke told by Supreme Master Ching Hai, entitled “Encore for Cookies.”

Mummy said to little Daisy, “Daisy, you want to have a cookie?” Daisy did not respond, and then Mummy asked again, “Daisy, you want to have a cookie?” So then Daisy said, “Yes, Mum.” So Mummy asked. “Why did you let me ask you twice?” Daisy said, “Because I want two cookies.”

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Winnie

Peaceful Winnie,
Thank you for your kind note. May you be blessed with contentment and God’s everlasting love.

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