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ALLEGIANT PLEDGES $1 MILLION TO BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF AMERICA TO DEVELOP AVIATION JOURNEY

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Monday, May 22, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, May 22, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Allegiant Travel Company (NASDAQ: ALGT) has pledged $1 million to Boys & Girls Clubs of America to develop and launch a new program that will inspire children to choose future careers in aviation.

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  • "We are excited to join Boys & Girls Clubs of America in its life-changing mission to empower youth," said Allegiant President Greg Anderson.
  • The new partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America is one of several solutions Allegiant is pursuing to help ease this staffing shortage.
  • Through this partnership with Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Allegiant aims to engage children of all ages to empower and inspire them to pursue careers in aviation.
  • By matching recurring gifts to Boys & Girls Clubs of America, Allegiant will give more kids the meals, mentors, and meaningful life experiences necessary to reach new heights.

Boston Pharmaceuticals Announces Acceptance of Late-Breaking Abstract Highlighting New Phase 2 Clinical Data from BOS-580 NASH Program at EASL 2023

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Thursday, May 18, 2023
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Boston Pharmaceuticals today announced that new results from its ongoing Phase 2a study evaluating BOS-580 for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) were accepted as a late-breaking poster presentation at the European Association for the Study of the Liver International Liver Congress, June 21-24 in Vienna, Austria.

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  • Boston Pharmaceuticals today announced that new results from its ongoing Phase 2a study evaluating BOS-580 for the treatment of non-alcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH) were accepted as a late-breaking poster presentation at the European Association for the Study of the Liver International Liver Congress, June 21-24 in Vienna, Austria.
  • BOS-580 is a genetically engineered variant of human fibroblast growth factor 21 (FGF21), administered via a monthly subcutaneous injection, that is designed to reduce liver fat, liver injury, and fibrosis in patients with NASH and improve other metabolic biomarkers.
  • Additional details of the late-breaker presentation are as follows:
    Title: Twelve-week treatment with BOS-580, a novel, long-acting Fc-FGF-21 fusion protein, leads to a reduction in liver steatosis, liver injury, and fibrosis in patients with phenotypic NASH: A randomized, blinded, placebo-controlled Phase 2A trial
    Presenter: Dr. Rohit Loomba, M.D., MHSc, Director at NAFLD Research Center, Director of Hepatology, Professor of Medicine and Vice Chief of the Division of Gastroenterology at University of California at San Diego

Former Michigan, NFL Star Jon Runyan to Headline June 13 Event to Benefit the National Nonprofit SoldierStrong Dedicated to Helping Military Veterans

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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STAMFORD, Conn., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Former University of Michigan and NFL standout Jon Runyan will headline a June event in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., to benefit SoldierStrong, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping military veterans take their next steps forward in life after service.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Former University of Michigan and NFL standout Jon Runyan will headline a June event in Bloomfield Hills, Mich., to benefit SoldierStrong, a national nonprofit dedicated to helping military veterans take their next steps forward in life after service.
  • Runyan, a Flint native, played for the Houston Oilers and Tennessee Titans from 1996 to 1999, the Philadelphia Eagles from 2000 to 2008, and the San Diego Chargers in 2009.
  • Founded in 2009, SoldierStrong has donated more than $5.4 million in advanced medical technology to date and more than $500,000 in scholarships.
  • Donations include 30 SoldierSuits, 30 BraveMind virtual reality systems, three iBOT ® Personal Mobility Devices and 10 REAL Recovery systems.

Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative Expands Kids’ Recreation Opportunities

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023
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MARIETTA, Ga., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) grants for the first quarter of 2023, supporting projects and programs creating opportunities to enjoy and engage in outdoor recreation and activities, including efforts geared toward the younger generation.

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  • MARIETTA, Ga., May 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Yamaha Motor Corp., USA , today announces the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative (OAI) grants for the first quarter of 2023, supporting projects and programs creating opportunities to enjoy and engage in outdoor recreation and activities, including efforts geared toward the younger generation.
  • For the past 15 years, Yamaha OAI has been leading the powersports industry by endorsing projects across the country that promote safe, responsible access to public land for motorized and outdoor recreation.
  • “Additionally, Yamaha is honored to accept the Public Lands Alliance’s Corporate Stewardship Award, which acknowledged the success of the Outdoor Access Initiative in promoting and defending access to public lands for motorized and outdoor recreation.”
    The Public Lands Alliance works to foster and advance its members of nonprofit partners of America’s public lands since 1977.
  • For OAI grant recipients, the Yamaha Outdoor Access Initiative continues its support of All Kids Bike, getting students in public schools outside and helping teach them how to ride a bicycle.

EQS-News: DRS Belgium S.R.L: Deminor strengthens its litigation funding activities in Germany with new hire Tim Willing

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Friday, April 28, 2023
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Deminor, one of the world's top 10 litigation funders, is further strengthening its presence in Germany.

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  • Deminor, one of the world's top 10 litigation funders, is further strengthening its presence in Germany.
  • With him, Deminor further strengthens its leading position in the German litigation funding market.
  • Litigation funding will play a key part in the development of Germany as a legal forum," says Tim Willing.
  • I am confident that his skills will strengthen our position as a leading provider of litigation funding solutions in Germany.

SoCalGas' Climate Champions Grant Awards Additional $200,000 to Recipients to Further Climate Solutions

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Monday, April 24, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, April 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern California Gas Company (SoCalGas) today announced that the SoCal Climate Champions Grant  is awarding an additional $200,000 in grants to support research projects and programs that foster clean, safe, and innovative solutions to help achieve California's climate and clean energy goals, as part of the company's ASPIRE 2045 sustainability strategy. In 2021, ten nonprofits were each awarded $40,000 in grants for their efforts promoting climate solutions throughout Southern California. Five of these organizations have been selected in 2022 to receive an additional $40,000 each in a one-time second phase granting process.

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  • In 2021, ten nonprofits were each awarded $40,000 in grants for their efforts promoting climate solutions throughout Southern California.
  • One of the recipients of the second-phase grant is LA Compost's project, Bringing Community Level Composting Access to Los Angeles .
  • "SoCalGas' Climate Champions Grant will advance many of the great local projects and research taking place in southern and central California.
  • Over the last two years, the SoCal Climate Champions Grant has awarded $600,000 in grants to support nonprofit organizations.

Michael Blackton Appointed as Senior Vice President of Elektrofi’s Technical Operations as Elektrofi Continues to Bolster Leadership Bench with Industry Veterans

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Thursday, April 13, 2023
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BOSTON, April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today Elektrofi, a biotechnology company focused on drug formulation and delivery innovations, welcomed Michael Blackton as the company’s Senior Vice President of Technical Operations.

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  • BOSTON, April 13, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today Elektrofi, a biotechnology company focused on drug formulation and delivery innovations, welcomed Michael Blackton as the company’s Senior Vice President of Technical Operations.
  • Blackton will be a member of Elektrofi’s Senior Leadership Team, responsible for Manufacturing, Technical Operations, Global Supply Chain, and Quality for Elektrofi’s growing portfolio of diverse molecules.
  • As a seasoned leader, Michael is well positioned to ensure the ongoing successful development of partnered programs.
  • Michael is a co-contributor to the publication of several PDA Technical Reports relating to operations, product development, and lifecycle practices.

BioAdaptives, Inc. (OTC BDPT) Announces New Appointment to the Board of Directors - Internationally Acclaimed Health Scientist, Author and Patent Holder, Dr. Yaguang Liu

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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LAS VEGAS, NV, April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – BioAdaptives, Inc. (OTCMkts:  BDPT) announced today the appointment of Dr.Yaguang Liu to its Board of Directors.

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  • LAS VEGAS, NV, April 05, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via NewMediaWire – BioAdaptives, Inc. (OTCMkts:  BDPT) announced today the appointment of Dr.Yaguang Liu to its Board of Directors.
  • Edward Jacobs, M.D., CEO Bioadaptives, Inc., states, “We are extremely fortunate to be joined by Dr. Yaguang Liu on our Board of Directors at this time.
  • Dr. Liu brings an extraordinary wealth of research and development experience related to natural medicines and supplements as evidenced by his many important patented discoveries and his impressive leadership activities globally.
  • patents of pure and safe natural botanicals, used for treatment of cancer and cardiovascular and other diseases.

SOUTHERN FIRST APPOINTS ANDY BORRMANN AS CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER

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Monday, April 3, 2023
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GREENVILLE, S.C., April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Borrmann as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President.

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  • GREENVILLE, S.C., April 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Southern First Bancshares, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFST), holding company for Southern First Bank, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Borrmann as Chief Financial Officer and Executive Vice President.
  • Borrmann joins Southern First with nearly 30 years of experience in the financial industry.
  • For the past eleven years, Borrmann has served as Chief Financial Officer of SouthCrest Bank and SouthCrest Financial Group and was named Chief Financial Officer and Chief Strategy Officer following their merger with Colony Bank.
  • "Andy brings a terrific combination of experience as a bank CFO with strong investor relationships, solid skills in balance management, and terrific people skills that will complement the relationship culture of our bank," said Art Seaver, Chief Executive Officer.

Cumulus Media’s Westwood One Presents Exclusive Full-Court Audio Coverage of the 2023 NCAA® Men’s and Women’s Final Four® and National Championship Games on Multiple Platforms

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Thursday, March 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, March 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cumulus Media’s Westwood One (NASDAQ: CMLS), the largest radio network in the U.S. and the exclusive national audio partner of the NCAA, will present comprehensive live audio coverage of the 2023 NCAA Men’s Final Four and National Championship live from NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, in both English and Spanish. The network will also broadcast the Women’s Final Four and National Championship live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas.

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  • The network will also broadcast the Women’s Final Four and National Championship live from the American Airlines Center in Dallas.
  • The first national semifinal, between the FAU Owls and the San Diego State Aztecs will tip at 6:09 p.m.
  • ET with the “Championship Monday” pregame show followed by the NCAA Men’s Championship game broadcast at 7:30 p.m.
  • Westwood One has broadcast the NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament since 1982 and every game of March Madness® on multiple platforms since 2005.