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    The Lebanese American University Ranks 3rd Globally for UN Sustainable Development Goal 1

    BEIRUT, July 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The Lebanese American University (LAU) has cemented its strong performance across several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the 2026 Times Higher Education (THE) Impact Rankings. Its upward trajectory for the past four years fortifies its standing as a leading global university in social responsibility. LAU ranked third globally in SDG 1: No Poverty—up from the fifth position last year—thanks to its extensive scholarship and financial aid offering. In SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth, it placed 19th—a testament to the many initiatives, programs, and curricula that significantly enhance graduates’ employability and access to economic opportunity. Another significant feat is its 24th placement in SDG 17: Partnership for the Goals, which illustrates the university’s reach through its broad network of local, national, and international collaborations. Overall, the institution secured the 55th position globally and the first rank nationally, demonstrating a steady rise since 2023, when it was placed in the 601-800 bracket, then in the 401-600 range in 2024, followed by a position in the 101-200 range last year. Unlike traditional rankings that focus on academic and research indicators, the THE Impact Rankings represent a global assessment of universities based on their contributions to the SDGs, reflecting their broader impact on society through their commitment to sustainable practices, social responsibility

    Passport Power Doubles as Global Peace Declines

    LONDON, July 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 20th anniversary edition of the Henley Passport Index reveals that the average passport now provides visa-free access to 108 destinations…

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    Approximately 40 Major Tech and Cybersecurity Firms Form Nvidia’s Open Secure AI Alliance to Enhance AI Safety

    The American technology giant Nvidia announced on Monday the creation of an international alliance uniting nearly 40 leading technology and cybersecurity organizations to tackle vulnerabilities in artificial intelligence systems. According to official information issued by Emirates News Agency, Nvidia’s Open Secure AI Alliance aims to bolster AI security through collaboration with key industry allies such as Microsoft, Dell Technologies, CrowdStrike, SpaceX, and Hugging Face. The group’s objectives include developing shared open-source security standards, uncovering system weaknesses, and safeguarding autonomous software models from rising cyber threats.