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The Marcus Corporation Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year Fiscal 2023 Results

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Thursday, February 29, 2024

The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) today reported results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 ended December 28, 2023.

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  • The Marcus Corporation (NYSE: MCS) today reported results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year 2023 ended December 28, 2023.
  • Net loss per diluted common share attributable to The Marcus Corporation was $0.05 for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, compared to a net loss per diluted common share attributable to The Marcus Corporation of $0.30 for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.
  • Net earnings attributable to The Marcus Corporation was $14.8 million for fiscal 2023, compared to net loss attributable to The Marcus Corporation of $12.0 million for fiscal 2022.
  • Same store admission revenues for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 increased 4.1% compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.

PLVision Advances with Community SONiC Version for the TIP's OpenLAN Switching Group

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Thursday, February 22, 2024

PLVision , a leader in open networking software, has achieved a significant milestone in its collaboration with TIP’s OpenLAN Switching group.

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  • PLVision , a leader in open networking software, has achieved a significant milestone in its collaboration with TIP’s OpenLAN Switching group.
  • Built on the robust Community SONiC, the solution seamlessly integrates with Edgecore's OLS product line, starting with the ECS4650-54P(TS).
  • Specifically designed for the OpenLAN Switching use case, the solution offers a ready-to-use solution specifically tailored for edge deployments.
  • Each partner brings unique expertise:
    PLVision has adapted Community SONiC for OpenLAN Switching, addressing its specific needs.

Penny’s Big Breakaway is Out Now

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024

Penny’s Big Breakaway provides non-stop action as you try to escape the impending penguin horde at every turn. These waddling, avian adversaries will burst from walls, rush over cliffs, and attempt to dogpile you to stop your progress. But don’t fret -- Penny is an agile and acrobatic aerialist. You will jump, spin, and ride over a variety of brightly colored and complex terrains, featuring steep ramps, sharp ledges, massive cliffs, and more. Every obstacle is an opportunity to increase your speed, allowing you to use the environment to your advantage and gain a bit of breathing room from those flightless assailants in hot pursuit. Momentum is key, because in addition to Story Mode, Penny’s Big Breakaway also includes a Time Attack Mode, where you can try and achieve the perfect run and set high scores on the leaderboard for the world to see.

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    “Great platformers are iconic in our industry, and we think Penny’s Big Breakaway stands out as a truly unique and incredibly fun entry in such a beloved genre,” said Christian Whitehead, Creative Director at Evening Star.
  • “We have been thrilled with the fan response of Penny’s Big Breakaway so far and can’t wait to see the leaderboards light up as players get into the game.”
    Penny’s Big Breakaway provides non-stop action as you try to escape the impending penguin horde at every turn.
  • Penny’s Big Breakaway is rated E for Everyone by the ESRB.
  • For more information on Penny’s Big Breakaway, subscribe on YouTube , follow us on Twitter , become a fan on Facebook , follow on Instagram , and visit www.pennysbigbreakaway.com .

New Documentary "Common Enemy" Reveals Devastating Environmental Impact Of Factory Farms On Small-Town America

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

OKLAHOMA CITY, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Humane League (THL) today releases Common Enemy, a gripping short documentary directed and written by filmmaker Adam Peditto, offering a look at the sobering consequences of factory farms, also known as concentrated animal feeding operation (CAFOs). As the number of American farms continues to decline and with 80 percent of domestic food production now controlled by a handful of major corporations, farmers, environmentalists, and animal welfare advocates find themselves united against one common enemy: industrialized animal agriculture.

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  • "Common Enemy examines the vibrant yet often-overlooked rural communities suffering at the hands of corporate factory farming.
  • "This short film brings to light issues of environmental justice, worker justice, Indigenous sovereignty, and animal welfare.
  • In Oklahoma, nearly 200 million animals are raised and slaughtered each year, nearly all in factory farms.
  • In a single year in the US alone, factory farms produce 1.4 billion tons of manure —five times the waste of the entire US human population.

BE Networks Partners with Edgecore Networks to Bring Centralized Orchestration and Intelligent Automation to Campus and Data Center Networks

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

This partnership delivers a joint solution to customers seeking to revolutionize how new or existing Edgecore campus and data center networks can be managed, automated, and monitored.

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  • This partnership delivers a joint solution to customers seeking to revolutionize how new or existing Edgecore campus and data center networks can be managed, automated, and monitored.
  • "BE Networks Verity is a perfect solution for businesses that wish to manage their existing or new campus and data center networks using advanced orchestration and intent-based network methodologies," said BE Networks CEO, Amir Elbaz.
  • "Edgecore is committed to providing open networking solutions for seamlessly managing data center and campus networks through our partner ecosystem," said Nanda Ravindran, VP of Product Management at Edgecore Networks.
  • This support model affords added convenience to customers when troubleshooting network hardware, software, and fabric orchestration issues.

Sonic Automotive Reports Fourth Quarter and Full Year Financial Results

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Sonic Automotive, Inc. (“Sonic Automotive,” “Sonic,” the “Company,” "we," "us" or "our") ( NYSE:SAH ), one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • Sonic Automotive, Inc. (“Sonic Automotive,” “Sonic,” the “Company,” "we," "us" or "our") ( NYSE:SAH ), one of the nation’s largest automotive retailers, today reported financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
  • David Smith, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Sonic Automotive, stated, “We are proud of our team’s performance in the fourth quarter, delivering financial results that reflect our ability to leverage our diversified business model to adapt to rapidly changing market dynamics.
  • We believe we remain well-positioned to adapt to evolving market conditions and position the Company for success in 2024 and beyond.”
    The financial measures discussed below are results for the fourth quarter of 2023 with comparisons made to the fourth quarter of 2022, unless otherwise noted.
  • For telephone access to this conference call, please dial (877) 407-8289 (domestic) or +1 (201) 689-8341 (international) and ask to be connected to the Sonic Automotive Fourth Quarter 2023 Earnings Conference Call.

Dorman releases fifth edition of award-winning OE FIX™ Guide

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Monday, February 5, 2024

COLMAR, Pa., Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dorman Products, Inc. (NASDAQ:DORM) is announcing today the release of OE FIX™ Guide Vol.

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  • COLMAR, Pa., Feb. 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dorman Products, Inc. (NASDAQ:DORM) is announcing today the release of OE FIX™ Guide Vol.
  • Highlights from the fifth edition include stories on Dorman OE FIX solutions such as:
    Longer-lasting camshaft phasers and variable valve timing solenoids.
  • The OE FIX Guide is being distributed now to repair shops and parts stores throughout North America.
  • To read it online now, and learn even more about Dorman OE FIX products, visit DormanProducts.com/OEFIX .

Visionary Keynotes, Executive Innovation Forum, and Mini-Summits on AI for Open Networking & Edge Scheduled for ONE Summit in Silicon Valley

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Thursday, February 1, 2024

In addition to all the great content of past Open Networking and Edge Summits, this year's ONE Summit is set to delve into the practical and impactful role of AI in driving digital transformation.

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  • In addition to all the great content of past Open Networking and Edge Summits, this year's ONE Summit is set to delve into the practical and impactful role of AI in driving digital transformation.
  • ONE Summit offers a comprehensive look at how AI is reshaping the landscape of enterprise, telecommunications, cloud native, and cybersecurity.
  • Sponsorship at ONE Summit is not just about an event; it's about being integral to the advancement of open technology.
  • Learn more about LF Networking and the impact it's making across the open ecosystem at www.lfnetworking.org .

AI Infrastructure Focus is Delaying Front-End Network Deployments, According to Dell'Oro Group

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Wednesday, January 31, 2024

REDWOOD CITY, Calif., Jan. 31, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a recently published report by Dell'Oro Group, the trusted source for information about the telecommunications, networks, and data center industries, AI infrastructure build-outs, also known as 'Back-End Networks', are causing budget cuts and project delays in general-purpose infrastructure, or 'Front-End Networks'. Despite these project delays, 800 Gbps port shipments are forecast to quadruple in 2024.

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  • Despite these project delays, 800 Gbps port shipments are forecast to quadruple in 2024.
  • "Recent interviews with major Cloud service providers (SPs) unveiled multiple projects experiencing delays or being put on hold due to a shift in focus to AI infrastructure build-outs," said Sameh Boujelbene, Vice President at Dell'Oro Group.
  • While our traditional data center switch report focuses on front-end networks, we delve into back-end network deployment in our recently published advanced research report 'AI Networks for AI Workloads'," added Boujelbene.
  • SONiC adoption is expected to accelerate, achieving a 10-20 percent penetration rate in Tier 2/3 Cloud SPs and large enterprises by 2028.

EQS-News: BioLizard opens office in Switzerland - AI-powered digital transformation of life sciences at Biopôle in Lausanne

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

With its new foothold, BioLizard continues its international expansion, driving commercial activities, while deepening its service commitment to Swiss partners and clients.

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  • With its new foothold, BioLizard continues its international expansion, driving commercial activities, while deepening its service commitment to Swiss partners and clients.
  • Our employees – the ‘Lizards’ – are experts in bioinformatics, AI, data analytics and architecture as well as software development.
  • “Biopôle fosters innovation by combining a number of diverse life sciences companies, ranging from small to large, pre-clinical to clinical, and research to service.
  • The opening of the Swiss office marks the third country BioLizard has expanded to, next to the US and the Netherlands, and their roots in Belgium.