Author: Redação

Dental surgeon Dr. Mauricio Kajihara , a specialist in dental implants and a reference in humanized dentistry, is one of the protagonists of the Biography© Documentary series , produced by the CALONE® Group , a signatory of the UN Global Compact . The project, aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals of the 2030 Agenda , will be launched in the second half of 2025 on the CaloneXP streaming platform . Throughout the episode, Dr. Mauricio shares his inspiring journey, which begins with the influence of his aunt, also a dentist, and covers the challenges of starting his career, his consolidation as a specialist in implantology, and the real impact his work has on the…

Nathaniel and Seth Wade’s defense business in Orlando has received recognition in the past. However, a recent accolade for their information technology company Nighthawk Cyber holds a special significance for the two military veterans. Nighthawk Cyber was recently honored with a 2024 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the U.S. Department of Labor. Nathaniel Wade expressed that the award validates the company’s commitment to assisting those who serve their country. “There is a deeper significance,” said Wade, a former Marine Corps member. “Veterans make great sacrifices for the nation, including their families. We are grateful for the recognition.” This is…

Just in time for IAAPA, Chuck E. Cheese recently introduced one of its latest concepts in Orlando. The well-established brand has been unveiling a series of compact arcades located within hotels nationwide. The Chuck E. Cheese Fun Spot Arcade made its debut in Orlando at Marriott Village in Lake Buena Vista, adding to existing locations in Oklahoma, Texas, New York, and Connecticut. The arcade is adorned with the beloved characters from the Chuck E. Cheese universe, giving hotel guests an additional entertainment option during their vacations. “We aim to provide guests with a taste of arcade fun so they can…

The Pirates flew to Ivory Coast in the early morning hours on Thursday ahead of the crucial Group C match against the Ivorian Ligue 1 team. Orlando Pirates will face off against Stade d’Abidjan on Saturday. While there is a lot of information available about Pirates’ other group opponents – the 12-time champions Al Ahly and Algerian giants CR Belouizdad, not much is known about the team they will be playing this weekend. Here are some interesting facts about this upcoming match: Venue: The game will take place at Stade Félix Houphouët-Boigny, a 29,000-seater stadium in Le Plateu, Abidjan, named…

The Orlando Pirates Football Club has officially announced the departure of Sandile Mthethwa, a defender. Both parties have mutually agreed to part ways to allow Mthethwa to join a club of his choosing. At 27 years old, Mthethwa is in his prime, and although the coaching staff wanted him to stay, they couldn’t guarantee him regular playing time. Mthethwa first joined the club in 2016 as a young player after being discovered at a youth tournament in KZN. He was one of three players identified at the tournament, alongside Thobela Sikhakhane and Brian Hlongwa. Mthethwa later captained the first Project…

Computer science major Harrison Keating, information technology major Noah Magill and cybersecurity master’s student Joshua Walsworth participated in the Shark Tank-style competition at The Celeste Hotel with three other teams. Their venture, CyberColosseum Solutions, aims to assist users in defending against cyber threats and protecting companies from potential attacks. This software company is the first to win since 2015. Walsworth, who works as a security engineer at Lockheed Martin, stated that their main priorities will be developing their product and finding customers in the early stages. He also mentioned that in the future, more businesses will rely on their product…

In an extraordinary recognition of its worldwide impact, the Rosen College of Hospitality Management was highlighted at the United Nations (U.N.) General Assembly. Personally invited by the president of the General Assembly, Professor of Tourism Economics and Management Robertico Croes presented during the High-level Thematic Event on Tourism. “Very few individuals receive a personal invitation from the president of the General Assembly to speak at the U.N., and I am privileged to be one of them,” Croes states. Over the last two decades, Rosen College has significantly expanded its research capabilities, establishing itself as a global leader in hospitality and…

Jose Riveiro, the coach of Orlando Pirates, led a team filled with Bucs players to victory in the Carling All Stars match, defeating Carling Knockout champions Magesi 3-0 on Saturday. The Spaniard was once again chosen to lead the special team selected for the exhibition game held at Orlando Stadium. The youthful team, picked by the fans in the second annual Carling Black Label Cup, was led by Bucs goalkeeper Sipho Chaine, who played alongside teammate Relebohile Mofokeng in the starting lineup. The Pirates representation in the team also included current Academy players Mbekezile Mbokazi and Jabulani Mokone, who helped…

Helicon Chemical Company, an organization utilizing UCF’s Business Incubation Program and established by David Reid ’12PhD, secured a $1.9 million Tactical Funding Increase Contract from the U.S. Air Force in May to expedite its advanced-performance solid rocket propellant research and production. Helicon is the second firm to receive a Tactical Funding Increase Contract under the guidance of UCF’s Business Incubator. The first company, Red Six Aerospace, Inc., was granted a contract in 2022 for creating an augmented reality system. Reid expressed his pride in advancing his propellant technologies and working once again with the U.S. Air Force. He mentioned that…

Five doctors from UCF Health Faculty Physician Practice have been recognized in the 2024 edition of Orlando Magazine’s Best Doctors. These awards are determined by Consumer’s Checkbook, a nonprofit organization based in Washington, D.C., and DataJoe Research, a company that specializes in collecting and verifying data. UCF Health Faculty Physician Practice is associated with the UCF College of Medicine and has locations in East Orlando and Lake Nona’s Medical City. They offer a variety of primary and specialty care services. In addition to treating patients, the doctors at UCF Health also teach medical students, residents, and fellows at the College…