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Greater MSP region wins designation as U.S. Tech Hub for medical technology

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Monday, October 23, 2023

More than 20 organizations collaborated through the GREATER MSP Partnership to develop a shared strategy that will enhance U.S. economic and national security by advancing the country’s global leadership in medical device technology.

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  • More than 20 organizations collaborated through the GREATER MSP Partnership to develop a shared strategy that will enhance U.S. economic and national security by advancing the country’s global leadership in medical device technology.
  • Many coalition partners gathered Monday afternoon at GREATER MSP’s office in downtown Saint Paul to participate in the live White House announcement.
  • “This is a major win for the region and state,” said Peter Frosch, President and CEO of the GREATER MSP Partnership.
  • “This designation is a national bet on the plan our region and state developed to build the next frontier of medical technology.

Blockchain Economy Summit Selects IBN’s CryptoCurrencyWire as Official Newswire for Dubai Event

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via InvestorWire -- CryptoCurrencyWire (“CCW”), one of 60+ brands part of IBN (“InvestorBrandNetwork”), is excited to announce its collaboration with Blockchain Economy Summit as the official newswire for the 8th edition of the Blockchain Economy Dubai event.

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  • LOS ANGELES, Oct. 03, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- via InvestorWire -- CryptoCurrencyWire (“CCW”), one of 60+ brands part of IBN (“InvestorBrandNetwork”), is excited to announce its collaboration with Blockchain Economy Summit as the official newswire for the 8th edition of the Blockchain Economy Dubai event.
  • Additionally, IBN will serve as an official media partner for this event, which will take place at the iconic Le Meridien Dubai Hotel and Conference Center on October 4-5, 2023.
  • Jonathan Keim, Director of Communications for IBN, stated, “The Blockchain Economy Summit is an important conference series for the crypto, AI and web3 sectors.
  • To find out more and register for the Dubai event, please visit the official website at https://beconomydubai.com/tickets
    For additional information about the Blockchain Economy Summit, visit https://blockchaineconomy.global/

Individuals Who Paid a Parking Fine to the Parking Authority of River City ("PARC") Could Be Affected by a Class Action

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Monday, September 18, 2023

The Jefferson County, Kentucky Circuit Court has certified a class action against the Parking Authority of River City, Inc. ("PARC").

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  • The Jefferson County, Kentucky Circuit Court has certified a class action against the Parking Authority of River City, Inc. ("PARC").
  • Plaintiffs claim that the Defendant, PARC, unlawfully collected parking fines and related penalties from January 1, 2002, through December 31, 2008.
  • Individuals are included if they paid one or more parking tickets more than 7 days after receiving the ticket from the Louisville/Jefferson County Parking authority (PARC) during 2002–2008.
  • Write to: PARC Class Action, c/o Rust Consulting Inc – 6347, PO Box 2599, Faribault, MN 55021-9599

Diverse Investors Warm to Financial Advice

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

These feelings may be due, in part, to some Americans of color having different financial concerns than others.

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  • These feelings may be due, in part, to some Americans of color having different financial concerns than others.
  • For example:
    38% of Black and Hispanic Americans list “paying off credit card debt” as one of their top three financial goals, compared to 30% of the total population.
  • “The data are telling us that one size does not fit all when it comes to what people are looking for in financial advice,” said Walker.
  • Neither Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America nor Allianz Life Financial Services, LLC provide advice or financial planning services.

Innovative NARCAN® Naloxone Nasal Spray Campaign Addresses Minneapolis Opioid Crisis

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

MINNEAPOLIS, Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SixSpeed, a creative marketing agency that makes brands impossible to imitate, is proud to announce Little Free Revivery, a groundbreaking initiative with the esteemed nonprofit Southside Harm Reduction Services. The community-centric campaign is designed to address the pressing opioid epidemic with access to free NARCAN® naloxone nasal spray while infusing creativity and culture into the solution. These installations will offer vital harm reduction services in strategic locations throughout the Twin Cities.

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  • The community-centric campaign is designed to address the pressing opioid epidemic with access to free NARCAN® naloxone nasal spray while infusing creativity and culture into the solution.
  • Each Little Free Revivery aims to support change through:
    Addressing a Growing Crisis: Minneapolis' opioid overdoses surged by 43% from 2020 to 2021.
  • A Safe and Legal Solution: NARCAN® naloxone nasal spray is a safe and effective medication designed to reverse the effects of an opioid overdose.
  • The NARCAN® naloxone nasal spray campaign embraces the potential for positive change, offering individuals a second chance at life and supporting them on a path toward recovery and wellbeing.

Aerosmith Kicks Off Their Farewell Tour — “PEACE OUT™” — at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA

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Sunday, September 3, 2023

Four-time GRAMMY® award-winning and diamond-certified rock legends Aerosmith kicked off their farewell tour, “PEACE OUT™,” with special guest The Black Crowes tonight at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA.

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  • Four-time GRAMMY® award-winning and diamond-certified rock legends Aerosmith kicked off their farewell tour, “PEACE OUT™,” with special guest The Black Crowes tonight at the Wells Fargo Center in Philadelphia, PA.
  • The electrifying show features Aerosmith’s groundbreaking hits performed in an immersive 360° production as they celebrate 50 years as America’s greatest rock band.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230902834653/en/
    See photos from opening night, free of use, for your consideration, HERE .
  • Most recently, Aerosmith released their ultimate career-spanning Greatest Hits collection via UMe/Capitol, which debuted at No.

Global Crypto Community Convenes at Dubai's Blockchain Economy Summit, Uniting Industry Leaders for a Groundbreaking Event on October 4-5, 2023

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Tuesday, July 25, 2023

Notably, OKX, the World's second-largest crypto exchange, proudly serves as the Exclusive Title sponsor for all of Blockchain Economy's 2023 Summits.

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  • Notably, OKX, the World's second-largest crypto exchange, proudly serves as the Exclusive Title sponsor for all of Blockchain Economy's 2023 Summits.
  • As Dubai rapidly emerges as a global crypto hub, the Blockchain Economy Dubai Summit will serve as the region's premier gathering, representing the world of blockchain, cryptocurrency and AI.
  • Dubai's dynamic ecosystem, progressive regulatory framework, and thriving crypto community provide the ideal backdrop for the Blockchain Economy Dubai Summit.
  • For more information about the Blockchain Economy Dubai Summit and to secure your participation, please visit the below links:

Majority of Americans Have Taken a Financial Hit Due to Rising Interest Rates

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Wednesday, June 28, 2023

As inflation cools, the majority of Americans say rising interest rates have hurt their finances in the last year.

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  • As inflation cools, the majority of Americans say rising interest rates have hurt their finances in the last year.
  • Three in five Americans (61%) say they have taken a financial hit due to rising interest rates in the last 12 months, according to the 2023 Q2 Quarterly Market Perceptions Study from Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America ( Allianz Life ).
  • About two in five (38%) say they have benefitted financially from rising interest rates in the past 12 months.
  • “Rising interest rates can sometimes feel like a double-edged sword,” said Kelly LaVigne, vice president of consumer insights, Allianz Life.

AEROSMITH UNVEIL CAREER-SPANNING COMPILATION GREATEST HITS ON OFFICIAL AEROSMITH STORE

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

LOS ANGELES, June 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Celebrating five decades of definitive anthems and some of the most recognizable hits of all-time, four-time GRAMMY® award-winning and diamond-certified Boston rock legends Aerosmith (Steven Tyler, Joe Perry, Tom Hamilton, Brad Whitford and Joey Kramer), announce the release of the ultimate career-spanning Greatest Hits collection today via UMe/Capitol. Featuring 44 handpicked tracks in the deluxe editions with packaging curated by Aerosmith, the set is available for pre-order today along with a new merch collection, only through the band's official artist store and will be available for pre-order at all other retailers and DSPs on Thursday, June 22, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • Last month, Aerosmith announced their PEACE OUT™ Farewell Tour with special guest The Black Crowes.
  • Fans will see one of the most significant American rock bands in history one last time during this not-to-be-missed final tour.
  • Every night will celebrate the five decades of Aerosmith's groundbreaking hits as they celebrate 50 years as America's greatest rock band.
  • high-fidelity experience on the road, calibrating each arena with leading-edge technology so fans don't miss a beat of Aerosmith's classic rock tunes in quality audio.

RealTrends + Tom Ferry The Thousand List Recognizes 48 eXp Realty Agents and Teams in 2023

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Friday, June 9, 2023

BELLINGHAM, Wash., June 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXp Realty ®, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet™” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced 48 eXp Realty agents and teams were named to the 2023 RealTrends + Tom Ferry’s The Thousand list , an annual, national program that ranks the top 500 agents and top 500 teams by transaction sides and sales volume.

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  • BELLINGHAM, Wash., June 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- eXp Realty ®, “the most agent-centric real estate brokerage on the planet™” and the core subsidiary of eXp World Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: EXPI), today announced 48 eXp Realty agents and teams were named to the 2023 RealTrends + Tom Ferry’s The Thousand list , an annual, national program that ranks the top 500 agents and top 500 teams by transaction sides and sales volume.
  • “This is a tremendous honor to see eXp Realty agents and teams rank so highly among the top producers in the United States,” said Glenn Sanford, founder and CEO of eXp Realty.
  • “I am deeply proud of our 48 agents and teams recognized this year for their achievements.
  • Following are how eXp Realty agents ranked in the 2023 RealTrends + Tom Ferry’s The Thousand:
    No.