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The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation Commits $15 Million Over Three Years to Rise Against Hunger to Provide 463 Million Meals to People in Need

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.

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  • Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.
  • The commitment builds on a decade-long partnership between Kraft Heinz and Rise Against Hunger to alleviate global hunger and improve access to nutrition.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409900011/en/
    Kraft Heinz employees pack meals during the annual Packathon (Photo: Business Wire)
    “At Kraft Heinz, we aim to provide 1.5 billion meals to people in need by 2025,” said Andrea Budelli, President of The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation and Chief R&D Officer of Developed & Emerging Markets at Kraft Heinz.
  • This impact includes:
    Fortified more than 127 million Rise Against Hunger meals with 21 million micronutrient sachets for school feeding and dietary supplementation programs.

SimBioSys Launches TumorSight Plan, A Pioneering Clinical Decision Support for Early-Stage Breast Cancer

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Now, with TumorSight Plan, surgeons are empowered with visualization, data-driven insights, and best-practices to help support more effective provider-patient interactions and individualize treatment planning to right-size care.

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  • Now, with TumorSight Plan, surgeons are empowered with visualization, data-driven insights, and best-practices to help support more effective provider-patient interactions and individualize treatment planning to right-size care.
  • TumorSight Plan is powered by the FDA-cleared TumorSight Viz , an innovative 3D visualization solution to support the rapidly increasing use of MRI imaging in Breast Cancer.
  • SimBioSys’ TumorSight suite is a huge breakthrough in our capacity to utilize AI to calibrate a balance between decision standardization and individualized medicine.
  • TumorSight Plan gives the breast cancer surgeon a platform and opportunity to enable more analytical patient-centric decision making which should lead to higher percentage of women undergoing breast conservation surgery.”

New Survey From Propel Software Confirms Trend That Americans Are Severing Relationships With Companies That Aren’t Prioritizing Sustainability

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

It also found that 44% feel more emotionally invested in companies that follow/demonstrate sustainable business practices .

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  • It also found that 44% feel more emotionally invested in companies that follow/demonstrate sustainable business practices .
  • The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed that Americans will spend 33% more on green products in 2024 than in 2023.
  • “Transparency is important to consumers, and brands should take note if they want customers to continue to be brand loyal.
  • The majority of respondents (65%) say they will look for environmental claims when making a purchase,” said Ross Meyercord, CEO of Propel Software.

Pizza City Fest Los Angeles Bringing 40+ Pizzerias and More to L.A. Live, April 27-28, 2024

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

Pizza City Fest Los Angeles is returning to L.A. LIVE with a stellar lineup set to headline its highly anticipated second annual event taking place on April 27-28, 2024, at the iconic L.A. LIVE – nestled in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles' Sports and Entertainment District.

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  • Pizza City Fest Los Angeles is returning to L.A. LIVE with a stellar lineup set to headline its highly anticipated second annual event taking place on April 27-28, 2024, at the iconic L.A. LIVE – nestled in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles' Sports and Entertainment District.
  • Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to savor the delectable offerings from Southern California's premier pizza artisans, all conveniently located in one central hub.
  • Pizza City Fest Los Angeles will celebrate the Southland’s pizza landscape, showcasing the diverse and exceptional talents of the region's top pizza makers.
  • In addition to the formidable list of participating pizzerias, Pizza City Fest Los Angeles has assembled an incredible line-up of chefs, authors and experts who will share both their knowledge and love of pizza in a series of panel discussions and demonstrations throughout the weekend.

University of Phoenix and Executive Networks Share Findings on Generative Artificial Intelligence in Learning & Development

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

University of Phoenix and Executive Networks are pleased to share the findings of their latest research study 2024 Generative AI Report: L&D’s Breakthrough Moment.

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  • University of Phoenix and Executive Networks are pleased to share the findings of their latest research study 2024 Generative AI Report: L&D’s Breakthrough Moment.
  • Close to 1,000 human resource leaders and knowledge workers were surveyed on generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) in the learning and development (L&D) function.
  • While HR and talent leaders indicated they are optimistic about GenAI – and keen to use it – knowledge workers are less confident.
  • University of Phoenix and Executive Networks recently co-hosted a webinar about the realities of front-line work including the role of GenAI and other emerging technology.

The Beachbody Company Launches New Initiative Enabling Customers to Buy and Download Fitness Programs Like P90X and 21 DAY FIX Without a Subscription

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NYSE: BODI) (“BODi” or the “Company”), a leading health and fitness company, announced today it will give consumers the ability to purchase its most popular fitness and nutrition programs without a subscription.

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  • The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NYSE: BODI) (“BODi” or the “Company”), a leading health and fitness company, announced today it will give consumers the ability to purchase its most popular fitness and nutrition programs without a subscription.
  • In order to meet the latent demand for access to its most popular fitness and nutrition programs – including P90X, 21 DAY FIX, LIIFT4 and BODi’s popular nutrition programs such as PORTION FIX and 2B MINDSET – the Company’s extensive catalog of branded programs will be available for purchase individually to all consumers.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409169715/en/
    The Beachbody Company Launches New Initiative Enabling Customers to Buy and Download Fitness Programs Like P90X and 21 DAY FIX Without a Subscription (Graphic: Business Wire)
    BODi offers more than 134 renowned digital programs in every major fitness genre that will gradually become available for individual purchase over the coming months.
  • This new model is similar to the Company’s highly successful legacy DVD offers and will complement its successful subscription business.

ästhetik skincare Launches Vegan, Cruelty-Free Tinted Sunscreen

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

ästhetik skincare , the Florida-based clean skincare brand founded by esthetician Alexis Pfropper, today launches its newest product – the organic tinted mineral sunscreen SPF 50 .

Key Points: 
  • ästhetik skincare , the Florida-based clean skincare brand founded by esthetician Alexis Pfropper, today launches its newest product – the organic tinted mineral sunscreen SPF 50 .
  • The organic tinted mineral sunscreen SPF 50 is packed with botanicals including jojoba oil, sea buckthorn oil, hyaluronic acid and more so your skin looks glowy and healthy every time you put it on.”
    The organic tinted mineral sunscreen SPF 50 is suitable for all skin types.
  • ästhetik skincare is a Florida-based brand created by 30 under 30 sensation Alexis Pfropper, a skilled esthetician and entrepreneur.
  • ästhetik skincare products are made with plant-based ingredients and never tested on animals.

Phase 3 Comparative Clinical Study of Prolia® and Xgeva® (denosumab) Biosimilar Candidate HLX14 Met Primary Endpoints

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Monday, April 8, 2024

Shanghai Henlius Biotech, Inc. (2696.HK) and Organon (NYSE: OGN) announced that the phase 3 comparative clinical trial for the investigational Prolia® and Xgeva® (denosumab) biosimilar HLX14 met the primary endpoints.

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  • Shanghai Henlius Biotech, Inc. (2696.HK) and Organon (NYSE: OGN) announced that the phase 3 comparative clinical trial for the investigational Prolia® and Xgeva® (denosumab) biosimilar HLX14 met the primary endpoints.
  • In 2022, Henlius entered into a license and supply agreement with Organon for the exclusive commercialization rights to two biosimilar candidates, including HLX14.
  • The agreement covers markets such as the United States, the European Union, and Canada.
  • The primary endpoints of this study were met.

NATIONAL SURVEY: Two-Thirds of Middle-Income Americans Feel School Failed Them on Financial Education, with Youngest Most Challenged

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024

“Gas price increases are often immediately felt by middle-income Americans, with a direct impact on their purchasing power with every fill-up.

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  • “Gas price increases are often immediately felt by middle-income Americans, with a direct impact on their purchasing power with every fill-up.
  • Middle-Income Financial Security Monitor™
    Schools fall short on financial education, with generational divide.
  • The majority (66%) of middle-income Americans feel the education they received during their upbringing didn't equip them to manage their finances as adults.
  • More than a third of middle-income Americans (38%) are more concerned about their credit card debt compared to a year ago.

Organon To Report First Quarter 2024 Results and Host Conference Call on May 2, 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024

Organon (NYSE: OGN), a global healthcare company with a focus on women’s health, will release its first quarter 2024 financial results on May 2, 2024, prior to the company’s webcast and conference call scheduled for 8:30 a.m. EDT.

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  • Organon (NYSE: OGN), a global healthcare company with a focus on women’s health, will release its first quarter 2024 financial results on May 2, 2024, prior to the company’s webcast and conference call scheduled for 8:30 a.m. EDT.
  • Organon currently expects that it will record approximately $15 million of milestone payments in the first quarter of 2024, representing approximately $0.05 to both GAAP and non-GAAP earnings per share.
  • Organon’s first quarter 2024 results have not been finalized and are subject to the company’s quarterly financial statement closing procedures.
  • Accessing First Quarter 2024 Financial Results Webcast:
    Interested parties may access the live call via webcast on the Organon website at https://www.organon.com/investor-relations/events-and-presentations/ .