Exploration

NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC ORION RETURNS TO THE MEDITERRANEAN FOR 2025 SUMMER SEASON

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National Geographic Orion will sail the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean for the 2025 summer season. To celebrate the ship's return to this stunning region, Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic will debut four brand new Mediterranean itineraries, exploring the heritage-rich region like never before in the way only the global leader and pioneer of modern expedition cruising can.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- National Geographic Orion will sail the crystal-clear waters of the Mediterranean for the 2025 summer season .
  • Featuring 53 expertly appointed exterior-facing cabins, National Geographic Orion will traverse the Mediterranean in style.
  • From Croatia's iconic Dalmatian Coast to the stunning cerulean seas along the Greek Isles, the intimately scaled National Geographic Orion will show travelers the Mediterranean from a new perspective, exploring remarkable islands and remarkable port cities.
  • To learn more about National Geographic Orion's return to the Mediterranean, visit www.expeditions.com/destinations/mediterranean-aboard-national-geographi... .

SIGMA LITHIUM SIGNIFICANTLY INCREASED AUDITED MINERAL RESOURCE BY 27% TO 109Mt: GROTA DO CIRILO IN BRAZIL BECOMES WORLD'S 4TH LARGEST OPERATING INDUSTRIAL PRE-CHEMICAL LITHIUM BENEFICIATION & MINING COMPLEX; GROTA DO CIRILO EXPECTED TO FURTHER INCREASE TO

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

Newly revised NI 43-101 Mineral Resource estimate represents an increase of 27% from the previous technical report dated January 2023.

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  • Newly revised NI 43-101 Mineral Resource estimate represents an increase of 27% from the previous technical report dated January 2023.
  • Contained lithium carbonate equivalent tonnage also increased by 27% as Sigma Lithium maintained the high quality of its mineral resource while substantially increasing its scale.
  • Grota do Cirilo now becomes world's 4th largest operating industrial pre-chemical lithium beneficiation complex, fully integrated with 100% wholly-owned spodumene mining operations.
  • The revised audited mineral resource estimate represents a 27% increase when compared to the last technical report, dated January 2023.

NASA Science, Hardware on Northrop Grumman Mission En Route to Station

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA science investigations and cargo aboard a Northrop Grumman resupply spacecraft are on the way to the International Space Station.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- NASA science investigations and cargo aboard a Northrop Grumman resupply spacecraft are on the way to the International Space Station.
  • Launch occurred at 12:07 p.m. EST Tuesday on a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket from Space Launch Complex 40 at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station in Florida.
  • Live coverage of the spacecraft's arrival will begin at 2:45 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 1, on the NASA+ streaming service.
  • Learn more about NASA's commercial resupply mission at:
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FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT: FOCUS ENTERTAINMENT 2023/24 third-quarter revenue of €43.3 million 9M revenue came to €128.3 million, down 9% YoY

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

2023/24 third-quarter revenue came to €43.3 million, down 43%, as anticipated and announced by the Group during the publication of the half-year results.

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  • 2023/24 third-quarter revenue came to €43.3 million, down 43%, as anticipated and announced by the Group during the publication of the half-year results.
  • Revenue for the quarter includes for the first time the activity of the newly formed audiovisual production platform Scripteam.
  • Like-for-like revenue, excluding the contributions of Dovetail and Scripteam, was €35.1 million.
  • 84% of the Group’s sales were made via digital partners, with international sales accounting for 95% of the Group’s total revenue in the third quarter.

Canter Resources' Technical Team Mobilizes to Site for Field Work and Drill Program Preparation

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

The Valkyrie team brings to the Canter partnership a wealth of technical expertise in lithium and critical battery metals exploration through extensive work with industry leaders such as American Lithium and collaborations with respected local prospectors like the Craig family.

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  • The Valkyrie team brings to the Canter partnership a wealth of technical expertise in lithium and critical battery metals exploration through extensive work with industry leaders such as American Lithium and collaborations with respected local prospectors like the Craig family.
  • The partnership with Valkyrie further equips Canter with exclusive access to their comprehensive critical metals targeting database, proprietary technology and over 90 years of collective field experience.
  • The Company has engaged principal hydrogeologist Geoffrey Baldwin and his Reno, NV based Applied Hydrologic Ltd. to work with Canter and its technical team at the Columbus Project.
  • The Company is also working towards finalizing agreements with its preferred dirt work and drill contractors for the Company's Q1/2024 initial phase of drilling at the Columbus Project.

ATLAS OCEAN VOYAGES HIGHLIGHTS TWO YACHTS FOR THE FIRST TIME IN THE ARCTIC FOR SUMMER 2024

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas Ocean Voyages, the leader in yacht expedition cruising, is excited to highlight the 2024 Arctic Season featuring two yachts in the region for the first time. World Traveller and World Navigator will sail 11 expeditions ranging from 7 to 12 nights, exploring the captivating Arctic region with departures from Tromso, Oslo, Longyearbyen, Reykjavik, and Kangerlussuaq. Enjoy the convenience of inclusive charter jet air service from either New York John F. Kennedy International Airport or Oslo Gardermoen Airport on select expeditions.

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  • FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Atlas Ocean Voyages , the leader in yacht expedition cruising, is excited to highlight the 2024 Arctic Season featuring two yachts in the region for the first time.
  • Atlas Ocean Voyages is excited to highlight the 2024 Arctic Season featuring two yachts.
  • Every Polar Expedition by Atlas 2024 Arctic voyage includes a free Cultural Immersion experience, offering guests unique insights into local communities.
  • Atlas Ocean Voyages invites adventurers to embark on these unprecedented Arctic expeditions, where each journey promises awe-inspiring landscapes, cultural encounters, and unparalleled experiences.

The National Geographic Society Breaks Fundraising Record with $122.8 Million in New Commitments

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Geographic Society announced its largest fundraising year in its 136-year history with $122.8 million in new commitments for 2023 — the Society's third record-breaking year in a row. Contributions came from individuals, corporations and foundations to support the nonprofit's mission work, including the transformation of its Base Camp in Washington, D.C., global community of National Geographic Explorers and portfolio of impactful programs.

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  • The nonprofit raises $122.8 million in 2023; the organization's largest fundraising year to date
    WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the National Geographic Society announced its largest fundraising year in its 136-year history with $122.8 million in new commitments for 2023 — the Society's third record-breaking year in a row.
  • The Society invests 100 percent of donor contributions into the organization's programmatic priorities to strengthen its mission of illuminating and protecting the wonder of our world.
  • The second annual Principal Donors Society induction ceremony and celebration will take place on February 7, 2024 in Los Angeles, California.
  • We have a bold vision for the future and the time to invest in the Society is now!"

DFRobot Shines at Bett London 2024 with Cutting-Edge STEM Solutions

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Thursday, January 25, 2024

SHANGHAI, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DFRobot , a global leader in STEM education solutions, made a remarkable presence at Bett 2024 by showcasing its state-of-the-art STEM education solutions.

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  • SHANGHAI, Jan. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- DFRobot , a global leader in STEM education solutions, made a remarkable presence at Bett 2024 by showcasing its state-of-the-art STEM education solutions.
  • The Boson Lamp project showcases the functionality of different lamps in a home scenario using Boson modules.
  • Please visit Stand NJ72 to have a friendly conversation with any member of the DFRobot team.
  • DFRobot team will help you navigate through the options and optimize your choices.

Veteran Opportunities: No Barriers Opens Applications for 2024 Expense-Paid Programming

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

No Barriers accepting 2024 applications for expense-paid opportunities, empowering Veterans with disabilities.

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  • No Barriers accepting 2024 applications for expense-paid opportunities, empowering Veterans with disabilities.
  • If you are a Veteran with a visible or invisible disability or you know a Veteran with a disability, No Barriers is now accepting applications and nominations for 2024 expense-paid opportunities.
  • Basecamp experiences allow Veterans to immerse themselves in multi-day programs at the picturesque No Barriers Mountain Campus nestled in the mountains of Northern Colorado.
  • If you or someone you know is interested in the 2024 Warriors Season, we encourage you to apply or nominate a Veteran today: Link .

Exodus Adventure Travels Announces New Trips in Partnership with Royal Canadian Geographic Society

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Tuesday, January 23, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodus Adventure Travels, the international award-winning leader in adventure travel, today announced its new 2024 RCGS Quests trips, a series of expert-led tours developed in partnership with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Exodus Adventure Travels , the international award-winning leader in adventure travel, today announced its new 2024 RCGS Quests trips, a series of expert-led tours developed in partnership with the Royal Canadian Geographical Society .
  • "We are honored to partner with The Royal Canadian Geographical Society on these highly anticipated adventures," said Sam Seward, President at Exodus Adventure Travels.
  • Devoted to exploring Canada from the Atlantic to the Pacific and Arctic Ocean coastlines, Scott is a Fellow of both the Royal Canadian Geographical Society and the Explorer's Club and is Canadian Geographic's Photographer-In-Residence.
  • Patricia is a Fellow International of The Explorers Club and a Fellow of the Royal Canadian Geographical Society.