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Meet the Winner of the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awards®

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Monday, November 6, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Humane, the country's first national humane organization, unveiled the winner of the 13th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards. Maverick, a 150-pound European Blue Great Dane in the Therapy Dogs category—which is sponsored by The Brady Hunter Foundation—has clutched the coveted title. The American Humane Hero Dog Awards is a nationwide competition that searches for and recognizes America's standout dogs in five categories: Therapy Dogs; Service and Guide Dogs; Military Dogs; Law Enforcement and First Responder Dogs; and Shelter Dogs.

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  • Congratulations to America's New Top Dog: Therapy Dog Maverick
    WASHINGTON, Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, American Humane , the country's first national humane organization, unveiled the winner of the 13th annual American Humane Hero Dog Awards .
  • "We are so excited to name Maverick as American Humane's 2023 Hero Dog, a distinction that is well-deserved for him and his handler Kelly," said Dr. Robin Ganzert, President and CEO of American Humane.
  • "The American Humane Hero Dog Awards celebrate America's often unsung heroes," said philanthropist and platinum presenting sponsor Lois Pope.
  • Without them, the 2023 American Humane Hero Dog Awards would not be possible.

MGM Resorts Teams with USO and American Airlines for 13th Annual Salute to the Troops at Mandalay Bay

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) ("MGM Resorts" or the "Company") will host the United Service Organizations (USO) Experience: Salute to the Troops, honoring more than 100 active-duty service members who have been injured in the line of duty beginning Friday, November 10. Now in its 13th year, the five-day celebration will take place at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino.

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  • Now in its 13th year, the five-day celebration will take place at Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino.
  • In partnership with USO, American Airlines will fly these honored guests and their families to Las Vegas for an extended holiday weekend, with MGM Resorts providing accommodations, meals, entertainment and other amenities free of charge.
  • As with previous years, hundreds of MGM Resorts employees and other supporters will gather to greet the group during a special "Wall of Gratitude" welcome procession at Mandalay Bay.
  • MGM Resorts remains committed to supporting military members and their families year-round, including actively recruiting and employing military men and women.

BLACK ENTERPRISE To Showcase HBCU tech talent and prowess at the 8th Annual BE Smart Hackathon

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023
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NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BLACK ENTERPRISE, the premier Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans, is proud to announce the return of the 8th Annual BE Smart Hackathon, hosted by American Airlines. This year's event promises to be an impactful gathering of students from 25 historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs) who will converge on the American Airlines headquarters in Dallas-Fort Worth, TX, and receive the necessary skills to become influential leaders in the dynamic world of technology. Scheduled to take place from Thursday, Nov. 2nd to Sunday, Nov. 5th, the focus of this year's event revolves around the theme "All Code No Switch" and sets the stage for a hackathon that pledges to foster innovation, collaboration, and empowerment.

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  • Sponsored by American Airlines, the four-day event empowers the largest gathering of HBCU students to date, poised to become leaders in the tech industry.
  • NEW YORK, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- BLACK ENTERPRISE , the premier Black-owned digital media brand dedicated to providing business, investment, and wealth-building resources for African Americans, is proud to announce the return of the 8th Annual BE Smart Hackathon, hosted by American Airlines.
  • The BE Smart Hackathon is a platform for participants to engage in friendly competition and an opportunity to showcase their technical skills and gain practical knowledge in utilizing emergent APIs.
  • Featuring 36 participating teams, students will be evaluated on their app's viability, practicality for end-users, and the efficiency of the technological infrastructure.

Hanwha Aerospace, Vertical Aerospace expand eVTOL Aircraft Partnership

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Thursday, October 26, 2023
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SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanwha Aerospace ("Hanwha"), a leading aircraft engine and advanced machinery manufacturer, and Vertical Aerospace (NYSE:EVTL) have signed an agreement to collaborate on the design, testing, manufacture, and supply of tilt and blade pitch control system for Vertical's VX4 electric aircraft.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanwha Aerospace ("Hanwha"), a leading aircraft engine and advanced machinery manufacturer, and Vertical Aerospace (NYSE:EVTL) have signed an agreement to collaborate on the design, testing, manufacture, and supply of tilt and blade pitch control system for Vertical's VX4 electric aircraft.
  • Following the signing of a contract with Vertical last year for the development of EMA (Electro-Mechanical Actuation), Hanwha and Vertical expanded the scope of the agreement during the Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition (ADEX 2023).
  • The VX4 aircraft, which is being developed by Vertical Aerospace is a one pilot, four passenger aircraft, targeting Type Certification towards the end of 2026.
  • Hanwha intends to achieve the most stringent global airworthiness certification standards for eVTOL aircraft by developing and supplying mass-production actuations and mechanical systems.

American Airlines reports third-quarter 2023 financial results

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Thursday, October 19, 2023
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FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) today reported its third-quarter 2023 financial results, including:

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  • FORT WORTH, Texas, Oct. 19, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- American Airlines Group Inc. (NASDAQ: AAL) today reported its third-quarter 2023 financial results, including:
    Record third-quarter revenue of approximately $13.5 billion.
  • “The American Airlines team continues to produce strong results,” said American’s CEO Robert Isom.
  • As of Sept. 30, 2023, American had reduced its total debt by approximately $10.9 billion from peak levels in mid-2021.
  • The company will conduct a live audio webcast of its financial results conference call at 7:30 a.m. CT today.

Pattern Bioscience Strengthens Leadership Team with Key Appointments

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023
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“Tim and Travis join us at a transformative moment in our quest to set a new standard in infectious disease diagnostics,” said Nick Arab, co-founder and CEO of Pattern Bioscience.

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  • “Tim and Travis join us at a transformative moment in our quest to set a new standard in infectious disease diagnostics,” said Nick Arab, co-founder and CEO of Pattern Bioscience.
  • “We are proud to add two proven veterans to our team as the company expands from development to validation and commercialization.
  • Pattern Bioscience is pioneering the use of single-cell microbiology to rapidly diagnose drug-resistant bacterial infections and identify effective treatments.
  • “Pattern Bioscience is redefining the speed and performance of bacterial diagnostics to help better address the growing threat of antibiotic resistance,” said Mr. Skansi.

AAR elects Billy Nolen to its Board of Directors

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Wood Dale, Illinois, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, announced today that Billy Nolen has been elected to AAR’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.

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  • Wood Dale, Illinois, Oct. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AAR CORP. (NYSE: AIR), a leading provider of aviation services to commercial and government operators, MROs, and OEMs, announced today that Billy Nolen has been elected to AAR’s Board of Directors, effective immediately.
  • Mr. Nolen, 66, brings more than 30 years of aviation experience across safety, operations, and regulatory affairs.
  • While at the FAA, Mr. Nolen revamped certification requirements and airport-focused safety management systems and earlier served as the FAA’s Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety.
  • “Safety is paramount in aviation, and I’m honored to join a Board with values tied so closely to my own.”
    For more information on AAR, visit aarcorp.com .

Travel Industry Stocks Stand Out Among the Most Shorted in September, Finds Hazeltree Shortside Crowdedness Report

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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Hazeltree , a leader in active treasury and intelligent operations technology for the alternative asset industry, today published its Shortside Crowdedness Report for September.

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  • Hazeltree , a leader in active treasury and intelligent operations technology for the alternative asset industry, today published its Shortside Crowdedness Report for September.
  • During the month of September, the travel sector stood out globally with several stocks among the 10 most shorted in their categories based on their Hazeltree crowdedness score.
  • Ford Motor Co. and Rivian Automotive were also among the top ten shorted stocks in this category, at 79 and 72, respectively.
  • Also notable was another new entrant to the Shortside Report series, Telecom Italia, which had the highest institutional supply utilization (38.64%).

Del Mar Country Club Golf Tournament and Dinner-Gala raises more than $1.4 million for SOF Support

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Thursday, October 12, 2023
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The weekend began Friday night with a reception at a private residence in Rancho Santa Fe.

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  • The weekend began Friday night with a reception at a private residence in Rancho Santa Fe.
  • Saturday's festivities included an 18-hole scramble golf tournament at the famed Del Mar Country Club, followed by a dinner-gala and live and silent auction that generated the Lion's share of the $1.4 million that was raised for the Foundation.
  • The Del Mar Country Club Golf Tournament and Dinner-Gala was co-hosted by Plewes and Madeleine Pickens, owners of the Del Mar Country Club.
  • For more information about the SOF Support Foundation, visit https://sofsupport.org/ .

Avelo Airlines Upgrades Pilot Compensation

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Tuesday, October 10, 2023
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HOUSTON, Oct. 10, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Avelo Airlines today announced it is upgrading pilot compensation to an hourly rate that exceeds all regional carriers and most Ultra-Low-Cost-Carriers (ULCC). The increase announced today is the fifth pay increase Avelo pilots have received since the airline took flight in April 2021.

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  • Avelo's leadership team embodies more than 400 years of collective aviation experience, including former executives from Allegiant Air, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Northwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways.
  • Chief Pilot Captain Bob Lieser: Captain Lieser brings more than 20,000 flight hours and four decades of commercial aviation and flight operations leadership experience to Avelo.
  • During that period, he has flown for Virgin America, Midwest Airlines, Mesaba Airlines, and, most recently, Allegiant Air.
  • Head of Technical Operations Gary Martin: In addition to 12 years of executive roles at renowned aerospace companies Honeywell Aerospace and Bombardier Aerospace, Martin has held engineering and base maintenance leadership roles with Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, America West Airlines, and Eastern Airlines.