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Announcing The 18th Annual National Indie Excellence® Awards Results

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torsdag, juni 13, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, June 13, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- An established leader in writing contests, The National Indie Excellence® Awards are open to recent English language books in print by independent authors and titles published by small to medium sized imprints across all genres. Judging is complete for the annual competition and the results are now online with Winner and Finalists on display in each category as well as the Sponsorship Prizes and the Juror's Choice awards.

Key Points: 
  • The National Indie Excellence® Awards (NIEA) recognize awardees from the 18th Annual competition.
  • Judging is complete for the annual competition and the results are now online with Winner and Finalists on display in each category as well as the Sponsorship Prizes and the Juror's Choice awards.
  • The National Indie Excellence® Awards (NIEA) recognize book awards from the 18th Annual competition.
  • The National Indie Excellence® Awards celebrate the physical book form as foundational to the publishing industry.

Phytoplankton Genetically Sequenced at Sea for the First Time

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tisdag, maj 21, 2024
Science, Other Travel, Research, Transportation, Travel, Cruise, Maritime, Transport, International Maritime Organization, NASA, Norwegian Polar Institute, GLERL, River, J. Craig Venter Institute, Oceanites, Marine biology, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards, Ship, Multimedia, JCVI, Oxygen, NOAA, Genomics, Cornell Lab of Ornithology, Climate change, Behavior, Scripps Institution of Oceanography, VIK, Laboratory, Physical geography, Safety, Chlorophyll, Carbon, Salinity, Viking Octantis, Environment, SPRI, Phytoplankton, Temperature, UC, DNA, University, Observation, Antarctic, Carbon cycle, PCR, Whaling

View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240521935405/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240521935405/en/
    Viking today announced its latest scientific advancement on board the company’s expedition fleet with the addition of real-time environmental DNA (eDNA) sequencing of phytoplankton.
  • Pictured here, the Viking Expedition Team leveraging the use of Zodiacs for scientific research in Antarctica.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Today’s announcement is another example of Viking’s commitment that every expedition voyage should provide opportunities for meaningful scientific research and discovery.
  • “Oceanic phytoplankton absorbs 40 percent of the world’s carbon and provides 50 percent of the world’s atmospheric oxygen.

Community Bank System, Inc. Changes Corporate Name to Community Financial System, Inc.

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onsdag, maj 15, 2024
Banking, Professional Services, Finance, Insurance, Community, Community Bank, N.A., Wealth management, BPAS, NAPA, Community Bank, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards, CBU, National Association

Community Bank System, Inc. (NYSE: CBU) (the “Company”), a diversified financial services holding company operating four complementary business units: Community Bank N.A., Benefit Plan Administrative Services, Inc. (“BPAS”), OneGroup NY, Inc. (“OneGroup”), and Wealth Management, announced that it has changed its corporate name to “Community Financial System, Inc.” (“Community Financial System”) effective as of today.

Key Points: 
  • Community Bank System, Inc. (NYSE: CBU) (the “Company”), a diversified financial services holding company operating four complementary business units: Community Bank N.A., Benefit Plan Administrative Services, Inc. (“BPAS”), OneGroup NY, Inc. (“OneGroup”), and Wealth Management, announced that it has changed its corporate name to “Community Financial System, Inc.” (“Community Financial System”) effective as of today.
  • The Company’s ticker symbol will not change and its common stock will start trading on the New York Stock Exchange as Community Financial System, Inc. on May 24, 2024.
  • “The new name – Community Financial System – allows us to emphasize the evolution of our capabilities, solutions and focus,” said Dimitar A. Karaivanov, President and CEO of the Company.
  • Bringing all of that under the new name, Community Financial System, underscores our mission and drives our inclusiveness as one company.”

Choice Hotels International Concludes 68th Annual Convention, One of its Largest Ever

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torsdag, maj 9, 2024
Extended Stay America, Mentorship, Choice Hotels, Travel, Quality Inn, RIU Hotels, Econo Lodge, Sleep, CHH, SOAR, Comfort, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards, Hotel

NORTH BETHESDA, Md., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Last week, Choice Hotels International (NYSE: CHH) concluded its 68th Annual Convention in Las Vegas, NV, one of the largest to date. Over the course of three days, Choice provided owners and operators with a roadmap on how together they will capitalize on their competitive position to capture the growing demand for travel. Choice announced the relaunch of Park Inn by Radisson and its strategic repositioning into the premium value space. The company also reintroduced the SOAR program and reaffirmed its over twenty-year commitment to create hotel ownership opportunities for underrepresented entrepreneurs.

Key Points: 
  • Choice announced the relaunch of Park Inn by Radisson and its strategic repositioning into the premium value space.
  • "This year's convention was about celebrating the new level of success that Choice and its franchisees have achieved together," said Choice Hotels President and CEO Patrick Pacious.
  • During the event, Choice awarded and celebrated the top-performing hotels through Choice's Premier Awards and the Best of Choice Awards, the company's most coveted accolades.
  • Today, he has 15 Choice hotels under the Comfort, Country, Sleep Inn, Quality Inn, and MainStay Suites brands.

ConsumerAffairs recognizes 12 companies for home safety, pest control, flooring and hearing aids in 2024 Buyer's Choice Awards

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onsdag, maj 8, 2024
Bulwark, AI, OTC, ADT, Vivint, LL Flooring, Procurement, Orkin, Pest control, Vector Security, ConsumerAffairs, Carman, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards, Auction

Orkin Pest Control took home each of the pest control awards: Best Customer Service, Best Experience with Staff, Best Speed of Service and Best Value for Price.

Key Points: 
  • Orkin Pest Control took home each of the pest control awards: Best Customer Service, Best Experience with Staff, Best Speed of Service and Best Value for Price.
  • Finally, hear.com and Starkey Hearing Aids won all of their category awards: Best Customer Service, Best Experience with Staff and Best Value for Price.
  • Pest Control: Bulwark Exterminating (three awards: Best Customer Service, Best Experience with Staff and Best Speed of Service) and Hawx Pest Control (one award: Best Value for Price).
  • Home alarm: ADT (three awards: Best Customer Service, Best Equipment and Best Monitoring) and Vector Security (three awards: Best Customer Service, Best for Installation and Best Monitoring)
    For more information about the Buyer's Choice Awards and the recognized companies, please visit the awards page .

National Hardware Show Wraps on a High Note Hosting Thousands of Attendees, 1500+ Exhibiting Brands With Even Bigger Plans for Its 80th Show March 18-20, 2025

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onsdag, maj 1, 2024
Dark, Annual, NHS, Pro Tools, Electricity, VIP, Cook-off, Sphere, NHPA, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards, Ernst & Young, Knowledge, Emerging technologies, Social media, Hardware, UIA, National Hardware Show, Brawl, Ecosystem, Shark Tank, Consumer, Education, Publication, Household goods, BBQ, Houzz, RX, Home, Rising Star Award, Paint, Invention, Acquisition, Merchandising, Creativity, Growth, Service

LAS VEGAS, May 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National Hardware Show (NHS), the premier event for the hardware and home improvement industry, welcomed thousands of attendees and over 1500 exhibitors at its 79th annual show held at the Las Vegas Convention Center West Hall. The show floor was buzzing with new and innovative products and upcoming trends in the home, hardware, and outdoor categories. A pioneer in the Home Improvement industry, NHS welcomed familiar faces and new communities with expanded exhibitor categories, robust education opportunities, immersive experiences and events, industry awards, and a large presence of key partners including inventors, industry professionals, press, influencers, retailers and more.

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  • The show floor was buzzing with new and innovative products and upcoming trends in the home, hardware, and outdoor categories.
  • These additions reflect the NHS's commitment to evolving and meeting the industry's needs by offering a diverse showcase of products and services.
  • NHS curated a series of captivating experiences and interactive sessions to foster community engagement amongst attendees, exhibitors, and key partners.
  • To learn more about The National Hardware Show and to stay up to date on its 80th annual show held in Las Vegas in 2025, visit www.nationalhardwareshow.com .

Momcozy’s Award-Winning Nursing Bras Takes the Spotlight in 2024

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fredag, april 26, 2024
Pregnancy, Woman, Classic, Choice, Gold, Nursing, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards, PBC

Its revolutionary Classic - Jelly Strip Support Nursing Bra YN46 has taken the spotlight in 2024.

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  • Its revolutionary Classic - Jelly Strip Support Nursing Bra YN46 has taken the spotlight in 2024.
  • The seamless nursing bra has won three prestigious awards in 2024: Mom's Choice Awards 2024 , PBC Awards 2024—Best Nursing Bra , and Bizziebaby Awards 2024—Gold .
  • The YN46 seamless nursing bra also scooped gold in Bizziebaby’s Awards 2024 in the breastfeeding and pregnancy lingerie categories.
  • Furthermore, the Classic - Ultra Soft Nursing Bra YN21 is a testament to excellence, having claimed victories at both the Made for Mums Awards 2024 and the Bizziebaby Awards 2024.

Nourishing Innovation: Elevate Milk Supply with Momcozy’s Mobile Style™ Hands-free Breast Pump

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onsdag, april 24, 2024
Nursing process, Mother, Safety, Milk, Travel, Love, Research, Growth, Gold, Red Dot, Suction, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards

Momcozy is proud to announce the highly anticipated launch of the Momcozy Mobile Style™ Hands-free Breast Pump, a ground-breaking innovation that promises a new pumping experience.

Key Points: 
  • Momcozy is proud to announce the highly anticipated launch of the Momcozy Mobile Style™ Hands-free Breast Pump, a ground-breaking innovation that promises a new pumping experience.
  • The Mobile Style™ Hands-free Breast Pump is designed to increase milk supply and is the result of over 1,000 trials and feedback from more than 1,146 mothers.
  • The pump is designed to increase milk supply by emptying the breasts frequently and completely, signaling the body to produce more milk.
  • The pump is easy to use and clean, portable, and designed to increase milk supply.

Agilent Receives Scientists' Choice Awards for Sustainability

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tisdag, april 16, 2024
Environment, Technology, Sustainability, Software, Research, Science, Hardware, ACT, MGL, Agilent Technologies, Laboratory, Carbon, Spectroscopy, Accreditation, Web Cartoonists' Choice Awards, Renewable energy

Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) announces that it is the recipient of two 2023 Sustainability Scientists’ Choice awards — Sustainable Supplier of the Year and Sustainable Product of the Year.

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  • Agilent Technologies Inc. (NYSE: A) announces that it is the recipient of two 2023 Sustainability Scientists’ Choice awards — Sustainable Supplier of the Year and Sustainable Product of the Year.
  • These awards recognize Agilent as a leader in the area of sustainability.
  • Neil Rees, head of ESG Programs at Agilent, commented on the significance of this award, “It is an honor for Agilent to receive this award.
  • In response to the growing emphasis on sustainability, the awards now include a dedicated sustainability category.

LEGENDARY ICON CAROL BURNETT TO RECEIVE THE LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD AT 49TH ANNUAL GRACIE AWARDS GALA ON MAY 21

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tisdag, april 16, 2024
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LOS ANGELES, April 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Alliance for Women in Media Foundation (AWMF) is thrilled to announce that Carol Burnett, a legendary figure in entertainment, will be honored with the Lifetime Achievement Award at the 49th Annual Gracie Awards Gala on May 21 at the Beverly Wilshire, a Four Seasons Hotel, in Beverly Hills. The Gracie Awards' Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a woman whose work in media honors the legacy of Gracie Allen, a pioneering force in the industry and the award's namesake. Additionally, Emmy Award-winning artist, Rachel Platten, will be performing at the gala, adding to the evening's celebration. A full list of this year's winners can be found here.

Key Points: 
  • The Gracie Awards' Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes a woman whose work in media honors the legacy of Gracie Allen, a pioneering force in the industry and the award's namesake.
  • "Carol Burnett is a true icon of television and entertainment, whose impact spans decades and resonates with audiences of all ages.
  • Her groundbreaking work on 'The Carol Burnett Show' set a standard for excellence in comedy and storytelling, earning her countless awards and accolades," said Becky Brooks, president of the AWMF.
  • Burnett was celebrated by her colleagues and fellow actors with the Life Achievement honors at the 2016 SAG Awards.