Prize

U.S. Coins & Jewelry celebrates 100th anniversary of National Coin Week with Houston treasure hunt

Retrieved on: 
Lunedì, Aprile 22, 2024
Silver, Social media, Super Bowl, Prize, Houston Rockets, NBA, History, Houston Texans, Gold, MLB, Athlete, Washington Commanders, American Numismatic Association, Civilization, United States dollar, Cryptocurrency

Coins & Jewelry, Houston’s leader for rare coins, gold and silver bullion, fine jewelry and sought-after sports memorabilia, is celebrating the 100th anniversary of National Coin Week (April 21-27) with a citywide treasure hunt, celebrity appearances and exclusive displays of rare coins and memorabilia.

Key Points: 
  • Coins & Jewelry, Houston’s leader for rare coins, gold and silver bullion, fine jewelry and sought-after sports memorabilia, is celebrating the 100th anniversary of National Coin Week (April 21-27) with a citywide treasure hunt, celebrity appearances and exclusive displays of rare coins and memorabilia.
  • Coins will host a Houston “Treasure Hunt” during National Coin Week, with rare vintage coins hidden at five locally-owned businesses.
  • Coins will host a grand prize drawing at 11 a.m. for the winners of the National Coin Week Treasure Hunt.
  • “We look forward to showcasing some of the most sought-after rare coins during National Coin Week, and we hope that it inspires some new numismatists.”

Bally’s Atlantic City Celebrates 45th Anniversary

Retrieved on: 
Mercoledì, Aprile 17, 2024
Sale, Table, Disc jockey, ABBA, Harry Wayne Casey, Prize, Disco Inferno, KC, History, Floor, Restaurant, Music, AC, Jet Ski, Bee Gees, Yard, Growth, Nightclub

Atlantic City, NJ, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bally's Atlantic City is thrilled to commemorate its 45th Anniversary by introducing a range of new amenities and special offerings designed to enhance the guest experience.

Key Points: 
  • Atlantic City, NJ, April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Bally's Atlantic City is thrilled to commemorate its 45th Anniversary by introducing a range of new amenities and special offerings designed to enhance the guest experience.
  • "We are thrilled to celebrate 45 years of success and growth at Bally's Atlantic City," said Michael Monty, Bally’s Atlantic City General Manager and Vice President.
  • NEW VIP Players Club Lounge-Bally's Atlantic City is excited to introduce the NEW Legacy Lounge, the ultimate VIP Players Club experience.
  • Celebrate the 45th Anniversary of Bally’s Atlantic City all weekend with live DJs and bands such as Myster Machine, Split Decision, and It’s All Good.

Stryten Energy Awarded MAKE IT Prize Funding for SAVES Project

Retrieved on: 
Mercoledì, Maggio 1, 2024
Other Energy, Batteries, Other Manufacturing, Alternative Energy, Energy, Engineering, Technology, Manufacturing, MAKE, EERE, Renewable energy, OTT, OCED, Prize

Stryten Energy LLC, a U.S.-based energy storage solutions provider, has received an award from the U.S. Department of Energy through the MAKE IT Prize to build a domestic vanadium electrolyte manufacturing plant to support long duration energy storage.

Key Points: 
  • Stryten Energy LLC, a U.S.-based energy storage solutions provider, has received an award from the U.S. Department of Energy through the MAKE IT Prize to build a domestic vanadium electrolyte manufacturing plant to support long duration energy storage.
  • The Securing America’s Vanadium Electrolyte Supply (SAVES) project will deploy Stryten’s proprietary reactor design to provide domestically produced, low-cost electrolyte.
  • The Manufacture of Advanced Key Energy Infrastructure Technologies (MAKE IT) Prize was developed by the Office of Technology Transitions (OTT), the Offices of Clean Energy Demonstrations (OCED), and Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) with the goal of catalyzing the domestic manufacturing of critical clean energy technology components.
  • “Stryten Energy is building the foundation to meet the critical need for vanadium electrolyte, which is central to long-duration energy storage,” said Scott Childers, Vice President of Essential Power at Stryten Energy.

Goldman Environmental Prize Honors Seven Outstanding Defenders of the Earth

Retrieved on: 
Lunedì, Aprile 29, 2024
Environment, Climate Change, Environmental Issues, Environmental Health, Communications, Sustainability, Philanthropy, Food, Beverage, Social Activism, Foundation, Sale, Climate change, Atmosphere of Earth, Goldman Environmental Prize, Mar Menor, Jazz Mafia, News, Hope, Policy, Nobel Prize, Coal, Transport, NGO, First Nations, Culture, Work, JBS, Meat, CO2, Mining, Government, Dolphin, Prize, Pharmaceutical industry

The Goldman Environmental Foundation today announced seven recipients of the 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize , the world’s foremost award for grassroots environmental activists.

Key Points: 
  • The Goldman Environmental Foundation today announced seven recipients of the 2024 Goldman Environmental Prize , the world’s foremost award for grassroots environmental activists.
  • Awarded annually to environmental heroes from each of the world’s six inhabited continental regions, the Goldman Environmental Prize honors the achievements and leadership of grassroots environmental activists from around the world, inspiring all of us to take action to protect our planet.
  • The Prize was founded in 1989 in San Francisco by philanthropists and civic leaders Rhoda and Richard Goldman.
  • Many have gone on to positions as government officials, heads of state, NGO leaders, and Nobel Prize laureates.

PET FOOD EXPRESS CONTEST TO FIND A FIRST-EVER FACE FOR ITS FOG CITY PET BRAND

Retrieved on: 
Martedì, Aprile 30, 2024
Social media, Face, Health, Bed, Prize, Pet Food Express, Cat, Culture, Environment, Marketing, Dog, Bottled water

CONCORD, Calif., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pet Food Express, California's trusted pet expert dedicated to animal health and welfare, kicks off its "Become the Face of Fog City Pet" photo contest to find the first-ever "face" for its sustainably-focused Fog City Pet brand. Taking place on Instagram, the photo contest for California pets runs through May 26, with the grand prize winner becoming the new "face" in Fog City Pet marketing.

Key Points: 
  • CONCORD, Calif., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Pet Food Express , California's trusted pet expert dedicated to animal health and welfare, kicks off its "Become the Face of Fog City Pet" photo contest to find the first-ever "face" for its sustainably-focused Fog City Pet brand.
  • Taking place on Instagram, the photo contest for California pets runs through May 26, with the grand prize winner becoming the new "face" in Fog City Pet marketing.
  • "Pet Food Express is excited to find the first-ever face for the Fog City Pet brand, found exclusively in our stores and digital footprint," said Karen Chiarucci, vice president of marketing for Pet Food Express.
  • To enter, simply take these three steps:
    The Grand Prize winner gets a professional photoshoot of your pet, a year's supply of Fog City Pet goodies, and a $500 Pet Food Express gift card.

Nominations open for The MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity 2024

Retrieved on: 
Martedì, Aprile 16, 2024
Professional Services, Philanthropy, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Environment, Sustainability, Other Philanthropy, Foundation, AEON, CBD, COP, Convention, Biology, Prize, Conference

With the aim to encourage positive action for biodiversity and inspire others by showcasing the notable work of those it honors, nominations are now invited for the MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity 2024.

Key Points: 
  • With the aim to encourage positive action for biodiversity and inspire others by showcasing the notable work of those it honors, nominations are now invited for the MIDORI Prize for Biodiversity 2024.
  • The call for nominations remains open until 15 June 2024.
  • The MIDORI Prize, a biennial international prize co-organized by AEON Environmental Foundation and the Secretariat of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD), honors individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the conservation and sustainable use of biodiversity.
  • Established by AEON Environmental Foundation during the 2010 International Year of Biodiversity, up to now, 19 individuals from 17 countries have received the prize.

Motel 6 Appoints Garfield as First-Ever Chief Pet Officer

Retrieved on: 
Venerdì, Aprile 26, 2024
Pet, Travel, EVP, Motel 6, Prize, PDT, Parent, Friends, Cat, Location, Dog, Sony Pictures, Sleep, Motel, Hotel

DALLAS, April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Motel 6, Proud Sponsor of Pets™ and official hotel partner of "The Garfield Movie," appointed its first-ever Chief Pet Officer to help make traveling with pets easier, safer and, most importantly, more fun. The world-famous and beloved orange tabby cat, Garfield, has stepped into the role ahead of the new Columbia Pictures/Alcon Entertainment animated film, debuting exclusively in movie theaters on May 24.

Key Points: 
  • "Garfield is well-known for his appreciation of naps, so he's an expert when it comes to a comfortable night's rest," said Adam Cannon, Chief Brand Officer of G6 Hospitality, parent company of Motel 6 and Studio 6.
  • "I love seeing myself on the big screen, so I figured, hey, let's double down on my big break and take a new position as the first-ever Chief Pet Officer for Motel 6.
  • As you'll see in my new movie, I know first-hand how good it feels to be welcomed with a nice place to sleep," said Garfield, Chief Pet Officer, Motel 6.
  • To learn more about how Garfield is making a difference in his new role or to book a stay at Motel 6, visit www.Motel6Garfield.com .

NEW BOOK, 'WE WERE STRANGERS ONCE, TOO' SHOWCASES MIGRANT VOICES, OFFERS RARE, FIRST-HAND INSIGHT INTO IMMIGRANT JOURNEY AND EXPERIENCE

Retrieved on: 
Giovedì, Aprile 25, 2024
Amazon (company), Science, Sale, The Star-Ledger, Courage, Hope, The Wall Street Journal, Travel, News, Nobel Prize, Partnership, Science park, Collection, NBC News, Life, CNN, Newark Public Schools, River, Food, We Were Strangers, Child, Beauty, Empathy, UNESCO, Varkey Foundation, Student, Global Teacher Prize, Prize, Entertainment

"I'm inspired by the extraordinary Newark students who shared their stories of immigration with courage and vulnerability," shared Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ).

Key Points: 
  • "I'm inspired by the extraordinary Newark students who shared their stories of immigration with courage and vulnerability," shared Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ).
  • "Each journey reflects a conspiracy of love—loved ones and countless others seen and unseen propelling them towards a better future—and each journey speaks to the strength, beauty, and enduring promise of this great city."
  • "In 'We Were Strangers Once Too', the courageous voices of our students illuminate the pages with their tales of resilience and vulnerability.
  • "These young authors inspire us all to embrace diversity, celebrate difference, and recognize the beauty in every individual narrative."

AVI WIGDERSON RECEIVES ACM A.M. TURING AWARD FOR GROUNDBREAKING INSIGHTS ON RANDOMNESS

Retrieved on: 
Mercoledì, Aprile 10, 2024
EXPTIME, School, American Academy, Hebrew University of Jerusalem, University, IMU Abacus Medal, BPP, Nature, Computer science, Science, ACM, Hope, Computing, National academy, ACM Fellow, Princeton University, Heart, Machine learning, Abel Prize, Nobel Prize, Computer, Computational biology, Doctor of Philosophy, Research, Nevanlinna, Russell Impagliazzo, Algorithm, Senior, Al-Quds, Hardness, Prize, Turing Award, IBM, Information technology

NEW YORK, April 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- ACM, the Association for Computing Machinery, today named Avi Wigderson as recipient of the 2023 ACM A.M. Turing Award for foundational contributions to the theory of computation, including reshaping our understanding of the role of randomness in computation, and for his decades of intellectual leadership in theoretical computer science.

Key Points: 
  • The ACM A.M. Turing Award, often referred to as the "Nobel Prize of Computing," carries a $1 million prize.
  • The ACM A.M. Turing Award, often referred to as the "Nobel Prize of Computing," carries a $1 million prize with financial support provided by Google, Inc.
  • The award is named for Alan M. Turing, the British mathematician who articulated the mathematical foundations of computing.
  • We congratulate Avi Wigderson on receiving the ACM A.M. Turing Award—computing's highest honor."

Wahl Searching for Men Who Combine Good Grooming with Goodwill in 'Benevolent Beards' Contest

Retrieved on: 
Martedì, Aprile 9, 2024
Vocational education, Kansas City Public Schools, Learning, Book, Prize, Mentorship, Literacy, Life, Human, Contest, FREE, Organic, Student, Barber, Philosophy, Auction

STERLING, Ill., April 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Transforming the world for the better begins with individuals who are actively making a difference, and men's grooming leader Wahl is on a mission to recognize and reward those who embody this philosophy. For the third year in a row, the Wahl 'Benevolent Beards' Contest is looking to crown the most benevolent of them all by presenting one Grand Prize winner with $20,000 for himself, and $5,000 for the charity of his choice. He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 17 years. Over the years, the contests to find these 'Wahl Men' have differed, but they all have one thing in common — they make the world a 'bearder' place to live.

Key Points: 
  • He'll also be crowned the new 'Wahl Man of the Year,' a moniker that boasts a bearded brotherhood spanning 17 years.
  • Over the years, the contests to find these 'Wahl Men' have differed, but they all have one thing in common — they make the world a 'bearder' place to live.
  • "As a family-oriented company dedicated to community service, Wahl is excited to reward men who mirror our commitment in their own communities."
  • So, whether you're an animal advocate or helping humans, you have the chance to put your good grooming toward goodwill.