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TEAMSTERS PICKET LINE AT AMAZON SPREADS TO MASSACHUSETTS WAREHOUSE

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Saturday, July 8, 2023
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NORWOOD, Mass., July 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Striking Amazon delivery drivers and dispatchers from Palmdale, Calif., extended their picket line to an Amazon warehouse in Massachusetts (DCB4) today, to demand the e-commerce giant stop its unfair labor practices. The growing strike will continue until Amazon reinstates the unlawfully terminated Palmdale employees, recognizes the Teamsters, respects the contract negotiated by the workers, and bargains with the Teamsters Union to address low pay and dangerous working conditions.

Key Points: 
  • NORWOOD, Mass., July 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Striking Amazon delivery drivers and dispatchers from Palmdale, Calif., extended their picket line to an Amazon warehouse in Massachusetts (DCB4) today, to demand the e-commerce giant stop its unfair labor practices.
  • "Amazon is a wealthy corporation, but the workers who make it possible are all living paycheck-to-paycheck," said Brandi Diaz, a striking Amazon driver from California who traveled to Massachusetts for the picket line.
  • Amazon drivers and dispatchers began their unfair labor practice strike at an Amazon delivery station in Palmdale, Calif., on June 24.
  • The Norwood, Mass., facility is the seventh Amazon warehouse that Palmdale Teamsters have picketed during their two-week strike, including warehouses in California, New Jersey, and Connecticut.

First BanCorp to Announce 2Q 2023 Results on July 27, 2023

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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First BanCorp (the “Corporation”) (NYSE: FBP), the bank holding company for FirstBank Puerto Rico, announced today that it expects to report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023, before the market opens on July 27, 2023.

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  • First BanCorp (the “Corporation”) (NYSE: FBP), the bank holding company for FirstBank Puerto Rico, announced today that it expects to report its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2023, before the market opens on July 27, 2023.
  • First BanCorp will hold a conference call and live webcast to discuss the financial results at 10:00 a.m. Eastern time on Thursday, July 27, 2023.
  • The call and webcast will be broadcast live over the internet and can be accessed through the Corporation’s investor relations website: fbpinvestor.com .
  • A telephone replay will be available until August 26, 2023, at 866-813-9403, with access code 486480.

TEAMSTERS PICKET LINE AT AMAZON SPREADS TO CONNECTICUT WAREHOUSE

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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NORTH HAVEN, Conn., July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Striking Amazon delivery drivers and dispatchers from Palmdale, Calif., extended their picket line to an Amazon warehouse in Connecticut (BDL3) today, to demand the e-commerce giant stop its unfair labor practices. The growing strike will continue until Amazon reinstates the unlawfully terminated Palmdale employees, recognizes the Teamsters, respects the contract negotiated by the workers, and bargains with the Teamsters Union to address low pay and dangerous working conditions.

Key Points: 
  • NORTH HAVEN, Conn., July 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Striking Amazon delivery drivers and dispatchers from Palmdale, Calif., extended their picket line to an Amazon warehouse in Connecticut (BDL3) today, to demand the e-commerce giant stop its unfair labor practices.
  • "I've been bitten by a dog and felt close to fainting in the back of Amazon's sweltering vans, but Amazon only cares about whether the packages get delivered," said Cecilia Porter, a striking Amazon driver from California who traveled to Connecticut for the picket line.
  • Amazon drivers and dispatchers began their unfair labor practice strike at an Amazon delivery station in Palmdale on June 24.
  • The North Haven, Conn., facility is the sixth Amazon warehouse Palmdale Teamsters have picketed during their nearly two-week strike.

AM Best Revises Outlooks to Stable for Universal Insurance Company; Affirms Credit Ratings of Universal Life Insurance Company

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Friday, July 7, 2023
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At the same time, AM Best has affirmed the FSR of B+ (Good) and the Long-Term ICR of “bbb-” (Good) of Universal Life Insurance Company (ULICO).

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  • At the same time, AM Best has affirmed the FSR of B+ (Good) and the Long-Term ICR of “bbb-” (Good) of Universal Life Insurance Company (ULICO).
  • For additional information regarding the use and limitations of Credit Rating opinions, please view Guide to Best's Credit Ratings .
  • For information on the proper use of Best’s Credit Ratings, Best’s Performance Assessments, Best’s Preliminary Credit Assessments and AM Best press releases, please view Guide to Proper Use of Best’s Ratings & Assessments .
  • AM Best is a global credit rating agency, news publisher and data analytics provider specializing in the insurance industry.

Caesars Sportsbook Goes Live with Mobile Sports Betting in Puerto Rico

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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Caesars Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) today announced that its Caesars Sportsbook mobile sports betting app is accepting its first mobile sports wagers in Puerto Rico, complementing the opening of Caesars Sportsbook at Casino Metro in December 2022.

Key Points: 
  • Caesars Entertainment Inc. (NASDAQ: CZR) (“Caesars”) today announced that its Caesars Sportsbook mobile sports betting app is accepting its first mobile sports wagers in Puerto Rico, complementing the opening of Caesars Sportsbook at Casino Metro in December 2022.
  • Legal residents of Puerto Rico who want to enjoy an enhanced sports betting experience with unmatched rewards can download the Caesars Sportsbook Puerto Rico app on iOS and Android or visit caesars.com/sportsbook on desktop before finalizing their registration at Casino Metro, Puerto Rico’s largest casino.
  • New users who make their first wager of $50 or more with Caesars Sportsbook Puerto Rico will receive a $50 Bonus Bet token, win or lose.
  • Caesars Sportsbook at Casino Metro will accept cash deposits and facilitate withdrawals for Caesars Sportsbook Puerto Rico mobile accounts.

Costco Wholesale Corporation Reports June Sales Results

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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It can be accessed by dialing 1-833-927-0478 or by visiting investor.costco.com (click on “Events & Presentations”).

Key Points: 
  • It can be accessed by dialing 1-833-927-0478 or by visiting investor.costco.com (click on “Events & Presentations”).
  • This message will be available through 5:00 p.m. (PT) on Thursday, July 13, 2023.
  • Costco also operates e-commerce sites in the U.S., Canada, the U.K., Mexico, Korea, Taiwan, Japan and Australia.
  • Such forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual events, results or performance to differ materially from those indicated by such statements.

TEAMSTERS PICKET AMAZON ON BOTH COASTS IN EXPANDING STRIKE

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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CARTERET, N.J., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Striking Amazon delivery drivers and dispatchers from Palmdale, Calif., extended their picket line to an Amazon warehouse (EWR5) outside of New York City today, to demand the e-commerce giant stop its unfair labor practices. The growing strike will continue until Amazon reinstates the unlawfully terminated Palmdale employees, recognizes the Teamsters, respects the contract negotiated by the workers, and bargains with the Teamsters Union to address low pay and dangerous working conditions.

Key Points: 
  • We are going to continue our unfair labor practice strike until Amazon respects our rights."
  • Amazon drivers and dispatchers began their unfair labor practice strike at an Amazon delivery station in Palmdale on June 24.
  • The Carteret, N.J., facility is the fifth Amazon warehouse Palmdale Teamsters have picketed during their nearly two-week strike, and the first outside California.
  • They extended their picket line to Amazon sortation centers in San Bernardino, Mira Loma and Newark, Calif., last week.

NACTT Statement on Dischargeability of Student Loan in Bankruptcy

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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With the Supreme Court opinion on the Biden Student Loan Debt Relief Program, the National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees (NACTT) remains committed to helping Americans facing financial hardship obtain a fresh start through bankruptcy.

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  • With the Supreme Court opinion on the Biden Student Loan Debt Relief Program, the National Association of Chapter 13 Trustees (NACTT) remains committed to helping Americans facing financial hardship obtain a fresh start through bankruptcy.
  • The Supreme Court decision reiterates that borrowers can still discharge student loans in bankruptcy and those new guidelines are unaffected.
  • If a student loan borrower is experiencing financial hardship, the NACTT recommends they reach out to a consumer bankruptcy attorney in their state for advice.
  • “Income-Driven Repayment plans can be entered into by Federal student loan borrowers whether a borrower is in bankruptcy or not,” says Scott F. Waterman, Chapter 13 Trustee, Eastern District of Pennsylvania, and Chair of the NACTT Student Loan Committee.

DHL Express Opens New $84.5M Hub in Atlanta

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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DHL unveils its most eco-friendly hub in the Americas region, based at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport

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  • DHL unveils its most eco-friendly hub in the Americas region, based at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
    PLANTATION, Fla., July 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DHL Express, the world's leading provider of express shipping services, today announced the grand opening of its Americas region hub based at the Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL).
  • The DHL Atlanta hub also sets new standards for sustainability, generating up to 50% of its on-site energy consumption through 65,000 sq.
  • "The new DHL Express Atlanta Hub represents a milestone in our ongoing pursuit of sustainability and technological advancement.
  • The DHL Atlanta Hub operates as a fully-automated facility, equipped with cutting-edge technology capable of sorting up to 20,000 pieces per hour.

The Cheesecake Factory Commemorates National Cheesecake Day by Adding a Beloved Flavor to Its Legendary Lineup

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Thursday, July 6, 2023
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The Cheesecake Factory ® is celebrating its favorite holiday – National Cheesecake Day – on Sunday, July 30th by introducing its newest flavor: Cookie Dough Lover’s Cheesecake with Pecans – creamy cheesecake loaded with chocolate chip pecan cookie dough, topped with cookie dough frosting.

Key Points: 
  • The Cheesecake Factory ® is celebrating its favorite holiday – National Cheesecake Day – on Sunday, July 30th by introducing its newest flavor: Cookie Dough Lover’s Cheesecake with Pecans – creamy cheesecake loaded with chocolate chip pecan cookie dough, topped with cookie dough frosting.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230706897659/en/
    The Cheesecake Factory has donated more than $6.3 million to Feeding America since 2008 through the sale of its specially designated cheesecakes.
  • Additionally, guests who sign up for Cheesecake Rewards™ by National Cheesecake Day can then dine-in on Monday, July 31st or Tuesday, August 1st and enjoy any slice of The Cheesecake Factory’s more than 30 legendary flavors of cheesecake – including the new Cookie Dough Lover’s Cheesecake with Pecans – for half price**.
  • “The Cheesecake Factory is honored to commemorate National Cheesecake Day with the introduction of our Cookie Dough Lover’s Cheesecake with Pecans benefiting Feeding America,” said David Overton, Founder and CEO of The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated.