Philanthropy
Michael Bambang Hartono to be buried in Rembang
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Grup Djarum owner Michael Bambang Hartono died on March 19, 2026, at 13:11 Singapore time at age 86. His body will lie in state in Jakarta and Kudus before burial at Pemakaman Codo in Rembang on March 25, 2026. Serie A clubs have expressed condolences over the death of the Como 1907 majority shareholder.
Vanessa Idada, founder of Safe Haven, marked her birthday by giving back to the community.
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Turning Point USA has renamed its headquarters the Buckman Campus following a record $10 million gift from philanthropists Nelda and Karl Buckman. The announcement came at a ceremony in Arizona on December 17, three months after founder Charlie Kirk's assassination. The donation, made in June, honors Kirk's vision for the conservative youth organization.
Sarah Langs, MLB's senior stats guru diagnosed with ALS, received the Iron Horse Award at ALS United Greater New York's annual Lou Gehrig Legacy Gala. The event at Chelsea Piers in New York celebrated individuals exemplifying courage and leadership in the fight against ALS. Yankees pitcher Gerrit Cole was among the other honorees for his philanthropy.
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To mark World Food Day 2025, Cardtonic Cares partnered with the Kokun Foundation to deliver 100 food boxes to widows and widowers in Lagos. This initiative highlights efforts to address food insecurity among vulnerable groups in Nigeria.
Reports indicate Elon Musk is reconsidering his commitment to the Giving Pledge following advice from Peter Thiel. Thiel warned Musk that his fortune could end up funding causes selected by Bill Gates. The suggestion came during a private lecture in San Francisco last month.