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Verizon continues to upgrade Washington DC's network

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023
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WASHINGTON, July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Washington DC.

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  • WASHINGTON, July 26, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Verizon has recently made major upgrades to the network serving customers in Washington DC.
  • With the recent deployments and upgrades, 75% of people in Washington DC now have access to 5G service from Verizon.
  • Throughout Washington DC, Verizon engineers are using 100 MHz of C-band spectrum to deliver 5G service to customers.
  • In the most recent test measuring performance of major wireless carriers throughout Washington DC, Verizon was unbeaten for overall network performance.

MINT HOUSE ANNOUNCES FIRST LOCATION IN DOWNTOWN WASHINGTON, D.C.

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023
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NEW YORK, July 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Mint House, the premier tech-enabled flexible living option that offers spacious, premium apartment-style accommodations across the U.S., announced today the impending opening of Mint House Downtown Washington D.C, located at 1010 Vermont Avenue NW in the heart of the nation's capital; set to open in early 2025.

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  • While the company's real estate footprint has more than doubled nationally in the past two years, this transaction marks Mint House's first foray into Downtown Washington, D.C.
    Mint House Downtown Washington, DC provides a premium, stay-on-demand offering that gives guests the option of nightly, short-term, or long-term living.
  • Located just steps away from McPherson Square Park, Mint House Downtown Washington D.C. is surrounded by distinguished restaurants, shops and businesses.
  • "We're very much looking forward to working alongside the Altus team in designing, opening and operating Mint House's first Washington D.C. location in the months to come."
  • Mint House provides more options for guests, both accommodating the growing need for short term housing and catering to travelers looking to spend time in any of Mint House's prime locations.

Qatar America Institute for Culture opens IMPART Artist Grantee Exhibition Exploring the Intersection Between Sustainability and the Arts

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023
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WASHINGTON, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) is pleased to present an exhibition featuring the winners of its 2022 IMPART Artist Grant. The exhibition features new work by interdisciplinary Hoesy Corona, designer Nura Dhar and photographer Roger Mokbel, the three selected winners of the annual grant program.

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  • The exhibition features new work by interdisciplinary Hoesy Corona, designer Nura Dhar and photographer Roger Mokbel, the three selected winners of the annual grant program.
  • The IMPART Artist Grant program provides a cash prize and exhibition opportunity to emerging and mid-career artists to support the creation of a new body of work.
  • In 2022, QAIC's programs and exhibitions explored the relationship between sustainability and the arts.
  • Their work reflects the places each artist has a connection, Kashmir, Lebanon and Mexico, while speaking to broader, global challenges.

Fhitting Room Returns to the Upper East Side with New Studio at New York Sports Club

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Friday, June 9, 2023
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NEW YORK, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading HIIT and strength training boutique fitness brand, Fhitting Room, announced today the opening of its first studio at New York Sports Club (NYSC) marking an exciting return to New York City's Upper East Side, the studio's original neighborhood. Situated on the ground floor of the NYSC E76th Street location, this unique integration allows both Fhitting Room and NYSC members to enjoy a comprehensive fitness experience like never before.

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  • Expanding its presence in New York City, Fhitting Room opens first of three new NYSC locations this year
    NEW YORK, June 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading HIIT and strength training boutique fitness brand, Fhitting Room , announced today the opening of its first studio at New York Sports Club (NYSC) marking an exciting return to New York City's Upper East Side, the studio's original neighborhood.
  • "We are thrilled to open our first location within New York Sports Club and bring our signature Fhitting Room experience back to the Upper East Side community," said Liz Benjamin, President of Fhitting Room.
  • In addition, all NYSC members will receive preferred pricing on Fhitting Room packages and memberships as well as intro offers, both In-Studio at all Fhitting Room locations and Fhitting Room's LIVE!
  • Fhitting Room has been a cult-favorite workout ever since its debut in the New York fitness scene in 2013.

New Leaders, Exhibitions, and Milestones: Qatar America Institute for Culture Celebrates Another Successful Season

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Tuesday, May 30, 2023
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WASHINGTON, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) serves as a vital and unique bridge between Qatar, the United States, and the larger Arab and Islamic worlds.

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  • WASHINGTON, May 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) serves as a vital and unique bridge between Qatar, the United States, and the larger Arab and Islamic worlds.
  • Art, culture and dialogue not only transcend geographic borders, but they also erase them.
  • These evenings welcome new friends of all ages, backgrounds and levels of familiarity with Arab art, culture and foods.
  • It is this kind of community outreach, entwined with rich partnerships with Qatar Museums, VCUarts Qatar, the Smithsonian National Museum of Asian Art, and many others, that makes Qatar America Institute for Culture just that: Qatar-America!

Spring Brings Flowers and New Parklets Sprouting Up in Central DC

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Wednesday, April 5, 2023
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WASHINGTON, April 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- New parklets and more social spaces in DC's central business district are creating lively outdoor gathering spots with furniture and art for visitors, residents, and workers in the Golden Triangle.

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  • Two parklets, constructed near Dupont Circle and Farragut Square, are the first in the Golden Triangle, with additional parklets being installed along Pennsylvania Avenue—just west of the White House—and the busy M Street corridor later this spring.
  • The BID worked with Vestre to fabricate the parklets to transform the streetscape and provide attractive meeting places with accessible and seamless transitions from the sidewalks.
  • Serving as informal spaces where the community can socialize and linger, the parklets feature decks, furniture, greenery, and unique artwork.
  • "Our parklets are spaces for everyone and we want people to use them to savor the seasons in DC."

IHG Hotels & Resorts debuts its first Vignette Collection hotel in the Americas - Yours Truly DC, the bohemian Dupont Circle darling

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Tuesday, February 14, 2023
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ATLANTA, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates the debut of Vignette Collection in the Americas with the opening of Yours Truly DC .

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  • ATLANTA, Feb. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, IHG Hotels & Resorts celebrates the debut of Vignette Collection in the Americas with the opening of Yours Truly DC .
  • Nestled within Washington, D.C.'s eclectic Dupont Circle, Yours Truly is a bohemian-inspired haven designed to feel like a warm, welcoming home.
  • The 355-room Yours Truly, like all Vignette Collection hotels, is unique in its own right, with its own distinct outlook and story to tell.
  • Discover Vignette Collection's diverse hotels with distinctly enriching experiences and Yours Truly DC on Instagram at @vignettehotels and @yourstrulyhotel .

Qatar America Institute for Culture kicks off 2023 focus on intersection of technology and the arts

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Wednesday, January 25, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) is pleased to announce a schedule of new exhibitions, artist open calls and public programs that engage technology's evolving role in the arts. Organized in collaboration with Qatari and U.S.-based cultural partners, including Qatar Museums and VCUarts Qatar, QAIC's forthcoming offerings include two new contemporary art exhibitions and an annual open call for emerging and mid-career artists.

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  • WASHINGTON, Jan. 25, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Qatar America Institute for Culture (QAIC) is pleased to announce a schedule of new exhibitions, artist open calls and public programs that engage technology's evolving role in the arts.
  • Research Labs will be on view through summer 2023, with related public programs to be announced.
  • The day-long program will highlight Qatar National Sports Day, a day to celebrate culture and athleticism.
  • QAIC's 2023 focus is on the intersection between technology and the arts.

Major Residential Conversion Breaks Ground in Golden Triangle

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Thursday, December 15, 2022
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WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Golden Triangle Business Improvement District (BID) announced today a groundbreaking for a major office to residential conversion in the Golden Triangle. Construction of the Elle apartments has begun at 1111 20th Street NW, also known as the Vanguard building and former home to the Peace Corps headquarters.

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  • WASHINGTON, Dec. 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Golden Triangle Business Improvement District (BID) announced today a groundbreaking for a major office to residential conversion in the Golden Triangle.
  • The Vanguard building is now leading the way with its large-scale office to residential conversion in the Golden Triangle.
  • As the long-term impacts of COVID altered the downtown core, this large-scale office to residential conversion marks an important milestone in the Golden Triangle.
  • This vision reimagines a new and innovative central business district and transitions the Golden Triangle to a world-class, mixed-use neighborhood.

Small Businesses Are Raising Capital Through SMBX and the DC Rebuild Bond Program

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Thursday, August 4, 2022
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Five new Washington, DC small businesses are giving local investors the opportunity to invest in them through SMBX and the DC Rebuild Bond programa partnership with DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Deputy Mayors Office of Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) to drive $5 million in investment in DC small businesses.

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  • Five new Washington, DC small businesses are giving local investors the opportunity to invest in them through SMBX and the DC Rebuild Bond programa partnership with DC Mayor Muriel Bowser and the Deputy Mayors Office of Planning and Economic Development (DMPED) to drive $5 million in investment in DC small businesses.
  • The new DC small businesses listed on the SMBX marketplace include:
    Aurora Market The veteran-owned organic market near Howard University is raising $250,000 to add staff, new equipment and working capital.
  • Through the DC Rebuild Bond program, businesses can issue Small Business Bonds with no origination fees.
  • SMBX is the Small Business Bond marketplace that connects qualified small business owners with everyday investors.