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Global Times: Third-generation dough art inheritor makes Gen Z fall in love with century-old feat

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Monday, December 4, 2023

Lang Zhichun preferred to combine dough with everyday objects such as walnut shells, wood, crystals and even incense ash.

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  • Lang Zhichun preferred to combine dough with everyday objects such as walnut shells, wood, crystals and even incense ash.
  • The folk art continued keeping up with the times when it was passed down to his son, third-generation creator Lang Jiaziyu.
  • "We need to feed audiences' curiosity about dough art as well as the person behind this art.
  • Lang told the Global Times that A Centennial Stroll represents the entire family's dedication to the art with patience and love.

AI and the Design and Make Platform take the main stage at Autodesk University

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Monday, November 13, 2023

LAS VEGAS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) kicks off Autodesk University (AU), the company's annual design and make conference.

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  • LAS VEGAS, Nov. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today Autodesk, Inc. (NASDAQ: ADSK) kicks off Autodesk University (AU), the company's annual design and make conference.
  • "Las Vegas will once again be an incredible backdrop for Autodesk University where we're revealing how Autodesk is bringing AI to life and how our Design and Make Platform is taking us closer to the cusp of a new era," said Autodesk President and CEO Andrew Anagnost.
  • Making its debut at AU is Autodesk AI , technology available in Autodesk products and native to its Design and Make Platform .
  • Autodesk's Design and Make Platform, consisting of Autodesk Platform Services and three industry clouds, Forma, Fusion, and Flow, unifies cross-industry data, and workflows.

Five Below: They Got the Holidays! Hot Trends, Top Brands, Must-Have Gifts and Stocking Stuffers, All at an Amazing Value

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

PHILADELPHIA, PA, Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Five Below, Inc. (NASDAQ: FIVE), the trend-right, extreme-value brand for tweens, teens and beyond, is bringing on the holiday cheer with gifts to cross off any shopping list at savings that are sure to "wow." The holiday destination for all families with fresh and festive decorations and tons of just-right gifts sure to be a hit with everyone, Five Below’s got the holidays!

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  • “Customers will find an amazing assortment of gifts from the brands they want, all at the highest quality they’ve come to expect and low prices we all love.
  • Awesome Disney 100 gifts , freeze-dried candy and all your disco needs … Five Below has it all at prices you’ll love.
  • Five Beyond® – The biggest gifts and at an extreme value – Five Below has got it!
  • For more information about Five Below and see how We Got the Holidays, please visit FiveBelow.com .

Super League Marks One-Year Milestone of Crafting Bespoke In-Game and Social Content for MARVEL SNAP

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Together, they have been creating monthly in-game and social media content for the hit mobile title MARVEL SNAP .

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  • Together, they have been creating monthly in-game and social media content for the hit mobile title MARVEL SNAP .
  • Since its launch in November 2022, MARVEL SNAP has garnered both critical acclaim and a dedicated fan following.
  • As part of a year-long collaboration, Super League has been instrumental in developing bespoke assets that align with each season's unique style and tone for MARVEL SNAP.
  • Super League was an easy choice and has delivered amazing creative every step of the way.”
    “Our team loves MARVEL SNAP!” said Matt Edelman, President and Chief Commercial Officer for Super League.

Black Friday LEGO Set Deals 2023: Early Star Wars, Marvel, Harry Potter, Technic & More LEGO Set Deals Reviewed by The Consumer Post

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Sunday, November 5, 2023

In recent years, LEGO has expanded its product lines, collaborating with major franchises to capture a diverse audience.

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  • In recent years, LEGO has expanded its product lines, collaborating with major franchises to capture a diverse audience.
  • The union of LEGO with names like Star Wars, Marvel, and Harry Potter has resulted in sets that transcend generations, offering intricate designs and immersive storytelling.
  • Stores are ensuring they have adequate stock of sought-after sets, from Harry Potter to Technic, ready to meet consumer demand.
  • Retailers recognize the significance of this event and are prepped to offer a diverse range of LEGO sets to satiate the varied interests of consumers.

New "Aging Backward, Growing Forward" Podcast Delves into Longevity, Healthspan & Optimal Performance with Eric Casaburi

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Monday, October 30, 2023

ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Leading health and fitness entrepreneur Eric Casaburi, who has advanced the health and wellbeing of individuals everywhere through his fitness and anti-aging brand empires, announced today the introduction of Aging Backward, Growing Forward. The new podcast, which features dynamic monologues by Casaburi and interviews with prominent guests, challenges traditional medical practices and social media health trends while introducing audiences to freshly innovated and proven methods to help hack the human biochemistry and improve their individual performance and healthspans.

Key Points: 
  • "Today people have tools that allow them to take control of their own health and wellbeing.
  • As a serial entrepreneur in the fitness and longevity industries, I have had the opportunity to witness the successful health journeys of thousands.
  • From the personal trainer to your favorite superheroes to the field's leading physician for sleep and performance, the guest list is spectacular.
  • In a conversation with Casaburi, Saladino discusses the foundations of fitness and how to motivate someone toward their fitness goals.

New Unique Lego Focused Toy Store Coming to Prescott, AZ -- Will Provide New Jobs and Desperately Needed Teen, Young Adult / Family-Oriented Shopping Experience to the Downtown Prescott Area

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Friday, October 27, 2023

PRESCOTT, Ariz., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John's Box of Bricks, a store specializing in unique Lego products is opening for business in Prescott, AZ and will provide new jobs and a desperately needed family-oriented shopping experience in the historical downtown area.

Key Points: 
  • PRESCOTT, Ariz., Oct. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- John's Box of Bricks, a store specializing in unique Lego products is opening for business in Prescott, AZ and will provide new jobs and a desperately needed family-oriented shopping experience in the historical downtown area.
  • The store will sell Lego products appealing to all interests and all ages, and it will feature interactive displays and exhibits.
  • During the holidays, the store will feature two winter villages built entirely from Lego products, including a working Christmas train and trolley.
  • Downtown Prescott, AZ, also known as "the Christmas City," is renowned for its charm, distinctive courthouse square ("the Square"), and Whiskey Row.

Hasbro and Marvel Team Up to Bring Popular Marvel Characters and Stories to Magic: The Gathering in Multi-Year, Multi-Set Deal

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a global branded play leader, today announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Marvel.

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  • Hasbro, Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS), a global branded play leader, today announced an expansion of its long-standing relationship with Marvel.
  • Together, Hasbro and Marvel will develop collectible products and tentpole sets for the best-selling trading card game, Magic: The Gathering.
  • Hasbro will continue to bring new ways for consumers to express their Marvel fandom through Magic: The Gathering’s collection of Universes Beyond crossover products.
  • With more than 50 million fans to date, Magic is a worldwide phenomenon published in more than 150 countries.

Covation Holdings Continues Expansion in Asia Pacific With New Regional Corporate Headquarters

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Monday, October 23, 2023

Covation Holdings Limited, the global manufacturer of multiple wheeled goods brands, today announced the addition of a new global corporate headquarters based in Hong Kong.

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  • Covation Holdings Limited, the global manufacturer of multiple wheeled goods brands, today announced the addition of a new global corporate headquarters based in Hong Kong.
  • The news comes less than three years after the company opened their regional sales hub for outdoor bicycle brands Huffy, Royce Union, Niner, Batch, VAAST, Buzz E-Bikes, and Allite, the company’s materials business.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231022085701/en/
    Led by Sales & Marketing Director, Jess Sit, the company has continued to grow its footprint throughout Asia Pacific markets, expanding into Taiwan, Japan, Philippines, and Vietnam.
  • “This new headquarters will further solidify our position in the region and ensure the Asia Pacific operations not only match Covation’s global design but is in total sync with the company’s corporate values, mission, vision, and rider-centric strategy."

100 years of Disney: from a cartoon mouse to a global giant, how Walt Disney conquered the world

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

They created a new character: a mouse, with large ears.

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  • They created a new character: a mouse, with large ears.
  • Walt Disney was an innovator in terms of space, colour and movement.
  • Walt himself holds the record for most nominations (59) and Oscar wins (22 competitive awards, plus four honorary awards) for a single individual.

Steamboat Willie and technological wonders

    • He created The Alice Comedies, a series of short films featuring a live-action child actress in a cartoon world.
    • Steamboat Willie, released in 1928, was the world’s first fully synchronised sound cartoon.
    • A simple story featuring Mickey as a steamboat captain trying to navigate the boat while dealing with various comical situations, Steamboat Willie was universally praised.

The golden age and feature films

    • Those early films still dazzle today – think of the Sorcerers’ Apprentice scene in Fantasia (1940) or the Pink Elephants hallucinogenic number in Dumbo.
    • And is there any scene, in any film, more heart-wrenching than the death of Bambi’s mother?
    • But the golden age never really stopped.

Disneyland and diversification

    • It set the standard for theme park design and showed the way forward for the company: diversification.
    • After Disneyland came Walt Disney World in Florida in 1971, then versions of Disneyland in Paris, Tokyo, Hong Kong and Shanghai.

Buyouts and a cultural behemoth

    • These acquisitions solidified Disney’s position as the brand leader in the entertainment industry.
    • The deal made some industry insiders uneasy: Disney had become a cultural behemoth, strangling competition, homogenising content and swallowing up entire franchises.

Not all plain sailing

    • Its 1946 film Song of the South has long been criticised for its racist portrayal of African Americans and its romanticisation of the plantation era.
    • Since 1986, Disney have tried to keep it out of circulation, although clips can be found online.
    • Many old films streaming on Disney+ now feature a disclaimer telling viewers some scenes will include “negative depictions” and “mistreatment of people or cultures”.
    • LGBTQ+ representation has become more visible since LeFou became Disney’s first openly gay character in its 2017 live-action Beauty and the Beast.