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"What are you doing with your gift?"

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

She was among several luminaries, including civil rights activist Ben Crump and retired actor and activist Michael J.

Key Points: 
  • She was among several luminaries, including civil rights activist Ben Crump and retired actor and activist Michael J.
  • The award was bestowed during a glittering celebration in the largest ballroom in the city.
  • In 1998, she authored the book "Family First: Winning the Parenting Game."
  • The Jordan Institute for Families (JIF) at the School works to cultivate safe, stable, nurturing families over the course of life.

PFL CHAMPIONS VS BELLATOR CHAMPIONS

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Jan. 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Riyadh Season has revealed that the Professional Fighters League (PFL) and the General Entertainment Authority (GEA) will host an unprecedented pay- per-view mega event – PFL Champions vs. Bellator Champions – from the state-of the-art Kingdom Arena in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on Saturday, February 24. This unprecedented Champions vs Champions fight card features four co-main fights of current PFL Champions vs current Bellator Champions. In addition, the card features two compelling match-ups of previous PFL title challenges vs previous Bellator title challengers.

Key Points: 
  • This unprecedented Champions vs Champions fight card features four co-main fights of current PFL Champions vs current Bellator Champions.
  • Shay Segev, DAZN Group CEO, said: "We are delighted to once again partner with The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and Riyadh Season for the PFL Champions vs Champions event.
  • Heavyweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Renan Ferreira (PFL World Champ) vs. Ryan Bader (Bellator Champ)
    Middleweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Impa Kasanganay (PFL Light Heavyweight World Champ) vs. Johnny Eblen (Bellator Champ)
    Welterweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Magomed Magomedkerimov (PFL World Champ) vs. Jason Jackson (Bellator Champ)
    Featherweight Champion vs. Champion Bout: Jesus Pinedo (PFL World Champ) vs. Patricio Pitbull (Bellator Champ)
    Heavyweight Showcase Bout: Bruno Cappelozza (former PFL World Champ) vs. Vadim Nemkov (former Bellator Champ)
    Light Heavyweight Showcase Bout: Thiago Santos (PFL title contender) vs. Yoel Romero (Bellator title contender)
    Lightweight Showcase Bout: Clay Collard (PFL title contender) vs. AJ McKee (former Bellator Champ)
    Featherweight Showcase Bout: Gabriel Braga (PFL title contender) vs. Aaron Pico (Bellator title contender)
    Lightweight Showcase Bout: Biaggio Ali Walsh (Pro Debut) vs. Chris Morris (Pro Debut)
    As part of the historic investment agreement announced last year, Professional Fighters League and SRJ Sports Investments ("SRJ") will host multiple PFL PPV Super Fight Division mega-global events in Saudi Arabia each year.
  • PFL has an expansive global vision for the sport and is building the "Champions League of MMA" with PFL Europe, PFL MENA, and more international leagues in development.

Tervis Announces Extension of Partnership With Association of Pickleball Players

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Tervis , the nationally loved and family-owned drinkware company founded in 1946, will kick off its extended partnership with the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) at the first APP Tour event in Punta Gorda this week.

Key Points: 
  • Tervis , the nationally loved and family-owned drinkware company founded in 1946, will kick off its extended partnership with the Association of Pickleball Players (APP) at the first APP Tour event in Punta Gorda this week.
  • The partnership with the pickleball tour, which began in 2023, designates Tervis as the official and exclusive water bottle of the APP.
  • Founded in 2019, the APP serves professionals, senior professionals and amateurs in the fastest growing sport in the United States.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Tervis back to the family of official APP partners,” said Ryan McSpadden, chief revenue officer for APP.

December TV Usage Climbs, Tallies Five Days with Over 100 Billion Viewing Minutes, according to Nielsen's Report of The Gauge™

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Tuesday, January 16, 2024

Five days recorded over 100 billion TV viewing minutes, including the second-highest daily total in 2023 occurring on December 31 (behind Super Bowl Sunday on February 12) with over 105 billion minutes.

Key Points: 
  • Five days recorded over 100 billion TV viewing minutes, including the second-highest daily total in 2023 occurring on December 31 (behind Super Bowl Sunday on February 12) with over 105 billion minutes.
  • Following four consecutive months of growth (August through November), broadcast viewing decreased 4.3% from November, which brought the category to a 23.5% share of TV usage (-1.5 pts.).
  • Cable viewing climbed another 1.3% this month, but due to the larger increase of overall TV usage, cable gave up 0.1 share point to finish at 28.2% of total TV usage.
  • Additional streaming platform and content highlights in December include:
    Tubi exhibited a 6.6% bump in viewing to maintain 1.4% of TV usage.

A new dream to unify and uplift America through service begins today

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Monday, January 15, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Today marks the beginning of a remarkable new initiative to realize Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream for America.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Today marks the beginning of a remarkable new initiative to realize Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream for America.
  • Realizing the Dream is a monumental movement to unite and uplift communities across America by calling for 100 million hours of service by the 100th anniversary of Dr. King's birth.
  • The Realizing the Dream initiative underscores the importance of service, collective responsibility, and how service empowers individuals and strengthens communities," said Martin Luther King III.
  • "When we come together in service, realizing Dr. King's dream is well within our grasp," Arndrea Waters King added.

A new dream to unify and uplift America through service begins today

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Monday, January 15, 2024

NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the beginning of a remarkable new initiative to realize Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream for America.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today marks the beginning of a remarkable new initiative to realize Martin Luther King Jr.'s dream for America.
  • Realizing the Dream is a monumental movement to unite and uplift communities across America by calling for 100 million hours of service by the 100th anniversary of Dr. King's birth.
  • The Realizing the Dream initiative underscores the importance of service, collective responsibility, and how service empowers individuals and strengthens communities," said Martin Luther King III.
  • "When we come together in service, realizing Dr. King's dream is well within our grasp," Arndrea Waters King added.

Principal® Announces New Presenting Sponsorship of the John R. Wooden Award

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

Principal Financial Group® and the Los Angeles Athletic Club today announced a new presenting sponsorship of the John R. Wooden Award .

Key Points: 
  • Principal Financial Group® and the Los Angeles Athletic Club today announced a new presenting sponsorship of the John R. Wooden Award .
  • The Wooden Award offers a unique opportunity to pair the shared values of Coach Wooden and Principal to support the women, men and coaches who are shaping today’s game.
  • “Principal sponsorship of the Wooden Award is bigger than a financial commitment,” said Beth Wood, Principal executive vice president and chief marketing officer.
  • “The Los Angeles Athletic Club is truly excited to welcome Principal® as our esteemed presenting sponsor,” said Sam Lagana, Chairman of the John R. Wooden Award program.

ECKRICH® TEAMS UP WITH ESPN'S MARTY SMITH AND ANDRE WARE AT THE COLLEGE FOOTBALL PLAYOFF NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TO EARN $250,000 FOR EXTRA YARD FOR TEACHERS

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

HOUSTON, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Eckrich®, the Official Smoked Sausage and Deli Meat Sponsor of the College Football Playoff (CFP), welcomed multifaceted ESPN sports journalist Marty Smith and Heisman Trophy winner Andre Ware onto the field at NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas, to participate in the Eckrich® $1 Million Challenge for Teachers. During the national championship game between the Washington Huskies and the Michigan Wolverines, both spokespeople were tasked with making a 10-yard throw through a 20-inch target. While neither contestant hit the target, Eckrich donated $250,000 for the CFP Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers initiative.

Key Points: 
  • During the national championship game between the Washington Huskies and the Michigan Wolverines, both spokespeople were tasked with making a 10-yard throw through a 20-inch target.
  • While neither contestant hit the target, Eckrich donated $250,000 for the CFP Foundation's Extra Yard for Teachers initiative.
  • "It's an honor to partner with Eckrich® for the sixth consecutive year and help raise funds for the College Football Playoff Foundation," said Smith.
  • For more information about the Eckrich® $1 Million Challenge for Teachers and Eckrich® National Teacher of the Year, please visit www.Eckrich.com/teachers .

Foundation for Chiropractic Progress Kicks Off 2024 with HDM Gold Award for Olivia Athens Ad

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

SAN JOSE, Calif., Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Foundation for Chiropractic Progress (F4CP), a not-for-profit organization dedicated to educating the public about the value of chiropractic care, announced today it has won a gold in the annual Healthcare Digital Marketing (HDM) Awards. F4CP was recognized in the digital video ad category for its :30 second commercial featuring professional soccer athlete Olivia Athens, which was broadcast during the FIFA Women's World Cup. In November 2023, the same ad won a MarCom Gold.

Key Points: 
  • F4CP was recognized in the digital video ad category for its :30 second commercial featuring professional soccer athlete Olivia Athens, which was broadcast during the FIFA Women's World Cup.
  • F4CP's winning submission showcases how Olivia's well-being was positively impacted by chiropractic care, particularly in her athletic career.
  • "Olivia is the embodiment of resilience and peak performance, made possible by the transformative power of chiropractic," said Sherry McAllister, DC, president of F4CP.
  • Past wins include the Healthcare Advertising Award, Hermes Creative Award, Viddy Awards, Telly Awards, Digital Health Awards and the AVA Digital Award, to name a few.

Let's Run it Back! The McDonald's All American Games Will Return to Houston this April

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Tuesday, January 9, 2024

CHICAGO, Jan. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- It's official, the McDonald's All American Games will head back to Clutch City this April as the next generation of high school basketball greats get set to square off on April 2 at Toyota Center in Houston. Last March, the 2023 class left it all on the court as fans were treated to the highest scoring girls' game in history and a boys matchup that came down to the wire. Now, it's time to do it all over again with a whole new class of all-stars when the top 48 high school basketball players take the court this April.

Key Points: 
  • The McDonald's All American Games Selection Committee has also announced the 724 girls and boys basketball players nominated for the chance to play in the Games this April.
  • Players were nominated by a high school coach, athletic director, principal or member of the McDonald's All American Games Selection Committee based upon this criteria .
  • Tickets to the 2024 McDonald's All American Games and the Jam Fest will be available beginning Tuesday, Jan. 23 at mcdaag.com .
  • Follow @McDAAG on Instagram and TikTok for the latest news and announcements ahead of the 2024 McDonald's All American Games.