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Gildan Activewear provides update on former CEO

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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MONTREAL, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (“Gildan” or “the Company”) today provides further information with respect to Glenn Chamandy’s conduct around the time of his removal as CEO on December 10, 2023.

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  • MONTREAL, Jan. 16, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gildan Activewear Inc. (GIL: TSX and NYSE) (“Gildan” or “the Company”) today provides further information with respect to Glenn Chamandy’s conduct around the time of his removal as CEO on December 10, 2023.
  • Mr. Chamandy’s actions and lack of transparency with the Board are further indication that new leadership was required at Gildan.
  • Mr. Chamandy failed to disclose that he had invested in funds managed by a Gildan shareholder who has now come out in support of reinstalling Mr. Chamandy as CEO.
  • The company has no record in recent history of any other Gildan shareholder and their own investors being hosted by the CEO to an exclusive visit to a Gildan facility.

GLOBAL HUNGER FUNDING GAP HIT 65% FOR NEEDIEST COUNTRIES, ACCORDING TO NEW ANALYSIS FROM ACTION AGAINST HUNGER

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024
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NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The global hunger funding gap has hit 65% for countries with the most urgent needs, according to the Action Against Hunger 2024 Hunger Funding Gap report, which was released today to coincide with the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos. The new analysis of funding through the UN humanitarian system reveals that only 35% of appeals from countries dealing with crisis levels of hunger were satisfied in 2023, resulting in a hunger funding gap of 65%, up 23% from the prior year.

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  • NEW YORK, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The global hunger funding gap has hit 65% for countries with the most urgent needs, according to the Action Against Hunger 2024 Hunger Funding Gap report , which was released today to coincide with the World Economic Forum's Annual Meeting in Davos.
  • The new analysis of funding through the UN humanitarian system reveals that only 35% of appeals from countries dealing with crisis levels of hunger were satisfied in 2023, resulting in a hunger funding gap of 65%, up 23% from the prior year .
  • The analysis is designed to spotlight the funding decisions that are made after donors are aware of the severity of the hunger crisis.
  • Those with the means to do so must prioritize funding for hunger programs and additional countries must step up to prevent looming humanitarian disasters."

Valneva Vaccinates First Participant in Pediatric Trial of Single-Shot Chikungunya Vaccine

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024
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Saint-Herblain (France), January 10, 2024 – Valneva SE (Nasdaq: VALN; Euronext Paris: VLA) today announced that the first participant has been vaccinated in the Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating the safety and Immunogenicity in children of two different dose levels of Valneva’s single-shot chikungunya vaccine.

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  • Saint-Herblain (France), January 10, 2024 – Valneva SE (Nasdaq: VALN; Euronext Paris: VLA) today announced that the first participant has been vaccinated in the Phase 2 clinical trial evaluating the safety and Immunogenicity in children of two different dose levels of Valneva’s single-shot chikungunya vaccine.
  • There is currently no approved chikungunya vaccine for children and Valneva’s vaccine IXCHIQ® is currently the only licensed chikungunya vaccine2 to address this unmet medical need in adults aged 18 years and older who are at increased risk of exposure to the virus.
  • Juan Carlos Jaramillo M.D., Chief Medical Officer of Valneva, said, “This pediatric trial is extremely important.
  • Given the significant threat that chikungunya poses to individuals living in or traveling to endemic areas, it is crucial to make the vaccine accessible to all age groups.

MSC CRUISES FURTHER EXPANDS U.S. FOOTPRINT WITH OPENING OF NEW HOME PORT - GALVESTON, TEXAS

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Galveston, Texas, on the south coast of the U.S. will become the home for MSC Seascape from November 2025, becoming MSC Cruises' fourth U.S. home port.

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  • Galveston, Texas, on the south coast of the U.S. will become the home for MSC Seascape from November 2025, becoming MSC Cruises' fourth U.S. home port.
  • The line today opened sales for year-round sailings from the port, offering seven-night itineraries with Sunday embarkation.
  • Marking a significant milestone in its ongoing U.S. expansion, MSC Cruises' CEO Gianni Onorato commented, "This announcement is the latest step in our strategy to continue to grow our U.S. footprint.
  • The innovative MSC Seascape elevates the family experience on board with an astonishing 7,500 square feet of dedicated kids' facilities and cutting-edge amusement options.

MSC CRUISES TO BRING MODERN, FAMILY-FRIENDLY MSC SEASCAPE TO GALVESTON WITH ITINERARIES NOW AVAILABLE FOR BOOKING

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Thursday, January 11, 2024
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Today the cruise line opened sales for its new itineraries out of Galveston, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing U.S. expansion.

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  • Today the cruise line opened sales for its new itineraries out of Galveston, marking a significant milestone in its ongoing U.S. expansion.
  • Guests eager to sail from Texas to Mexico and Central America can experience MSC Cruises' signature European flavor with 7-night sailings beginning in late 2025.
  • Rubén A. Rodríguez, President, MSC Cruises USA, said: "Expanding to Galveston with the magnificent MSC Seascape is a pivotal moment for us at MSC Cruises and for our guests.
  • To find out more about MSC Seascape and sailings out of Port of Galveston, please click here .

The Top 5's Top 10 - Where are Americans Traveling this Holiday Season?

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Thursday, December 21, 2023
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America’s most populous city is renowned for the great diversity of its residents.

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  • America’s most populous city is renowned for the great diversity of its residents.
  • The top 10 most traveled destinations this holiday season for New Yorkers reflect this, with 7 on the list being international locations.
  • Domestic destinations top holiday season plans in Chicago, but 4 of the top 10 list are international – Mexico City, Guatemala, San Juan, and Manila.
  • Rounding out the largest American cities at number 5, those in the Phoenix area are choosing domestic travel this holiday season.

The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Announces Final Results of Rights Offering

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Monday, December 18, 2023
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MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced the final results of its non-transferable rights offering (the “Offering”) that expired on December 13, 2023 (the “Expiration Date”).

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  • MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Dec. 18, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced the final results of its non-transferable rights offering (the “Offering”) that expired on December 13, 2023 (the “Expiration Date”).
  • The Fund will issue a total of 9,000,000 new shares of common stock as a result of the Offering.
  • The Offering was oversubscribed and the over-subscription requests exceeded the primary subscription shares available (i.e., 7,150,673 shares).
  • Gross proceeds from the Offering, before any expenses of the Offering, are expected to total approximately $20.8 million.

The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Announces Preliminary Results of Rights Offering

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Thursday, December 14, 2023
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MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced the preliminary results of its non-transferable rights offering (the “Offering”) that expired on December 13, 2023 (the “Expiration Date”).

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  • MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced the preliminary results of its non-transferable rights offering (the “Offering”) that expired on December 13, 2023 (the “Expiration Date”).
  • In the Offering, the Fund received subscription requests for 14,371,838 shares of common stock from rights holders.
  • Accordingly, a minimum of 7,150,673 shares will be issued as part of the Primary Subscription as described in the registration statement related to the Offering.
  • The Fund will announce the final results of the Rights Offering in a press release on or about December 18, 2023.

Ashley Debuts New Leather Collection at 2023 Miami Art Week Marking a First-in-Category Furniture Exhibition at Iconic Event

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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To officially introduce the collection, Ashley made its inaugural debut at the 2023 Miami Art Week last week in Miami Beach, Florida within the annual SCOPE Art Show, marking the first-ever furniture retailer exhibit within the leading art fair.

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  • To officially introduce the collection, Ashley made its inaugural debut at the 2023 Miami Art Week last week in Miami Beach, Florida within the annual SCOPE Art Show, marking the first-ever furniture retailer exhibit within the leading art fair.
  • “We wanted to develop a uniquely innovative shopping experience to launch our new leather collection by integrating our furniture, for the very first time, into an iconic art exhibit.
  • As we like to say at Ashley - everything’s better in leather!”
    To learn more about Ashley’s new leather offerings and shop the collection, visit https://www.ashleyfurniture.com/c/furniture/living-room/leather-seating/ .
  • *Genuine leather typically covers inside areas such as the back, seat and arm cushions; skillfully matched faux leather covers the remaining areas.

Food For The Poor Canada and Canadians Build a Village in San Antonio, Honduras

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Thursday, November 23, 2023
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TORONTO, Nov. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over the last three years, Canadians have built a village with Food For The Poor Canada and our partner CEPUDO in Honduras.

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  • TORONTO, Nov. 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Over the last three years, Canadians have built a village with Food For The Poor Canada and our partner CEPUDO in Honduras.
  • With new infrastructure, San Antonio children and families have improved access to local education and health care, and increased income-generating opportunities.
  • Canadians have left a legacy for the community that will continue to empower families in the future.
  • Looking ahead, Food For The Poor Canada is committed to helping families thrive in a few new countries.