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XPRIZE Rings New York Stock Exchange Closing Bell to Address Global Climate Crisis

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE, the world's leader in designing and operating incentive competitions to solve humanity's greatest challenges, rings the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) today to celebrate its impact incentivizing innovators to create climate solutions. This esteemed opportunity, timed during Climate Week NYC, commemorates XPRIZE's long-standing commitment to accelerating breakthroughs and setting audacious goals to address threats posed by climate change.

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  • NYSE ceremony during Climate Week NYC underscores XPRIZE's ongoing commitment to climate solutions, followed by panel of alumni innovators
    NEW YORK, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- XPRIZE, the world's leader in designing and operating incentive competitions to solve humanity's greatest challenges, rings the closing bell at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) today to celebrate its impact incentivizing innovators to create climate solutions.
  • This esteemed opportunity, timed during Climate Week NYC, commemorates XPRIZE's long-standing commitment to accelerating breakthroughs and setting audacious goals to address threats posed by climate change.
  • The closing bell marks a significant milestone in XPRIZE's 29-year history as a global leader in designing, launching, and executing large scale global innovation competitions to accelerate a world of equitable abundance for all.
  • By ringing the closing bell at the NYSE during Climate Week, XPRIZE hopes to underscore the importance of climate action and demonstrate how setting moonshot goals can help solve the unprecedented challenges we face.

Audley Travel reveals top locations for a sunny vacation this winter

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Tuesday, September 19, 2023
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BOSTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Audley Travel has created a winter sun index to determine the top locations to visit for sunshine and blue skies this winter. Thailand tops the list, followed by Mexico, Sri Lanka, Costa Rica, and Indonesia.

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  • Thailand tops Audley Travel's Winter Sun Index, which has ranked the best destinations to visit this winter for sun and warm weather.
  • BOSTON, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Audley Travel has created a winter sun index to determine the top locations to visit for sunshine and blue skies this winter.
  • The best winter sun destinations travel index has been compiled by the Audley Travel specialists.
  • View the full winter sun travel index study for a breakdown of all results and ranking methodology.

NICKELODEON'S DORA THE EXPLORER MAKES ANIMATED THEATRICAL DEBUT IN ALL-NEW SHORT FILM, DORA AND THE FANTASTICAL CREATURES, EXCLUSIVELY IN THEATRES, BEGINNING FRIDAY, SEPT. 29

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Thursday, September 14, 2023
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BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nickelodeon's beloved Latina heroine Dora is making her big screen debut with the launch of the all-new animated short film, Dora and the Fantastical Creatures, exclusively in theatres beginning Friday, Sept. 29. Movie fans of all ages around the world seeing PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie (from Spin Master Entertainment, Nickelodeon Movies and Paramount Pictures), will experience the original theatrical short that heralds her return in Dora, an all-new CG-animated preschool series set to stream exclusively on Paramount+ in spring 2024 in the U.S. Internationally, Dora will stream day-and-date on Paramount+ and air on Nickelodeon channels in all markets where available.

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  • BURBANK, Calif., Sept. 14, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Nickelodeon's beloved Latina heroine Dora is making her big screen debut with the launch of the all-new animated short film, Dora and the Fantastical Creatures, exclusively in theatres beginning Friday, Sept. 29.
  • Internationally, Dora will stream day-and-date on Paramount+ and air on Nickelodeon channels in all markets where available.
  • The short film also features: Anairis Quiñones as Luna Arcoiris; Danny Burstein as Sol; and Kate del Castillo as Ale.
  • Following the debut of Dora and the Fantastical Creatures, additional Dora content will also be available across Nickelodeon platforms, Paramount+ and Noggin.

Modern Mill Named to Sustainable Company Product Innovation of the Year (Americas) by Environmental Finance

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Wednesday, September 13, 2023
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FERNWOOD, Miss. , Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Mill, manufacturer of innovative wood alternative ACRE™, has been named Product Innovation of the Year (Americas) by Environmental Finance in their annual list of the Sustainable Companies for 2023.

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  • , Sept. 13, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Modern Mill, manufacturer of innovative wood alternative ACRE™, has been named Product Innovation of the Year (Americas) by Environmental Finance in their annual list of the Sustainable Companies for 2023.
  • The Environmental Finance Sustainable Company Awards recognize leading corporations across all industries that are transforming their business practices to pave the way towards a net-zero future.
  • "[Modern Mill] demonstrates innovation in terms of materials, manufacturing, and its environmental impact," said one of Environmental Finance's judges.
  • "This seems to be a great product that is needed to transform the building industry and could help curb deforestation."

Set Sail on a Spectacular Festive Voyage with Oceania Cruises

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023
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MIAMI, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Oceania Cruises, the world's leading- culinary and destination-focused cruise line, invites travelers to experience a once-in-a-lifetime festive season voyage aboard seven of its small, luxurious ships. With over 40 sailings departing from Miami, Lima, Sydney, Singapore, Abu Dhabi or Dubai during the 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 holiday seasons, guests can immerse themselves in the cultural richness of myriad of enticing destinations.

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  • The holiday festivities begin the minute guests step aboard one of Oceania Cruises' intimate ships, which are festooned with enchanting seasonal decorations, glittering lights, festive garlands, elegantly dressed trees and showstopping gingerbread villages.
  • "Cruising aboard a luxurious ship replete with celebratory menus, glistening decorations and festive entertainment is an extraordinary way to spend the holiday season," said Frank A. Del Rio, President of Oceania Cruises.
  • "Our collection of festive itineraries explores enticing locales the world over, creating memories to last a lifetime."
  • Oceania Cruises will continue offering travelers simply MORE during the holiday season.

Consumer and Environmental Groups Locked Out of Secret Wildfire Insurance Deal Oppose 11th Hour Insurance Industry Bailout, Consumer Watchdog Says

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Thursday, September 7, 2023
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"Consumers must be at the table," wrote the groups, because news reports about the wildfire insurance deal "make clear the plan would raise rates dramatically and devastate Californians already struggling to pay their insurance bills."

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  • "Consumers must be at the table," wrote the groups, because news reports about the wildfire insurance deal "make clear the plan would raise rates dramatically and devastate Californians already struggling to pay their insurance bills."
  • "We urge you to reject an end of session deal that would gut consumer protections and put policyholders on the hook for a multi-billion-dollar bailout of the insurance industry."
  • Consumer Watchdog has obtained a copy of a letter written by insurance lobbyist John Norwood asking legislators to back "the plan" endorsed by Insurance Commissioner Ricardo Lara.
  • "When politicians and Big Insurance negotiate behind closed doors, and consumer groups are actively barred from the room, consumers are going to lose," said Consumer Watchdog executive director Carmen Balber.

Midea's Sets Vision for a Greener Future with Debut of New R290 Product Lineup at IFA 2023

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, a leading brand in smart home appliances, has announced the IFA debut of its new R290 product lineup in Berlin.

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  • BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, a leading brand in smart home appliances, has announced the IFA debut of its new R290 product lineup in Berlin.
  • The discussions focused on refrigerants' impact on the environment and their role in shaping the future of the HVAC industry.
  • The participants also delved into topics such as heat pumps, fluorinated gases, and the potential of R290 as a solution.
  • During the five-day event, Midea's latest R290 products, showcased under the theme of "Green Vision Blue Future," have received significant attention.

Midea's Sets Vision for a Greener Future with Debut of New R290 Product Lineup at IFA 2023

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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
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BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, a leading brand in smart home appliances, has announced the IFA debut of its new R290 product lineup in Berlin.

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  • BERLIN, Sept. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Midea, a leading brand in smart home appliances, has announced the IFA debut of its new R290 product lineup in Berlin.
  • The discussions focused on refrigerants' impact on the environment and their role in shaping the future of the HVAC industry.
  • The participants also delved into topics such as heat pumps, fluorinated gases, and the potential of R290 as a solution.
  • During the five-day event, Midea's latest R290 products, showcased under the theme of "Green Vision Blue Future," have received significant attention.

Sacha Lodge Unveils Amazon Rainforest's FIRST-EVER Canopy Exploration Crane

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Thursday, August 31, 2023
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QUITO, Ecuador, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sacha Lodge is thrilled to unveil the Amazon's very first Canopy Exploration Crane. Guests float 140-feet above the ground to explore nearly two acres of the rainforest canopy in an elevator-like metal basket suspended from a 130-foot jib. This new attraction is the only one of its kind in the Amazon. It offers a 360-degree rotation by remote control and the metal basket can go forward and backward, up and down, for a redefined and exclusive way of experiencing the Ecuadorian Amazon.

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  • Sacha Lodge is thrilled to unveil the very first Canopy Exploration Crane in the Amazon jungle.
  • QUITO, Ecuador, Aug. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Sacha Lodge is thrilled to unveil the Amazon's very first Canopy Exploration Crane.
  • "We are thrilled to announce the opening of our new Canopy Exploration Crane.
  • At Sacha Lodge, we are committed to providing our guests with the best possible experience, and we believe that the Canopy Exploration Crane will be a highlight of their stay with us," said Sacha Lodge management.

Lavazza and US Open: Serving Excellence, Cup After Cup!

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Wednesday, August 30, 2023
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NEW YORK, Aug. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Iconic Italian coffee company Lavazza is returning as the official coffee sponsor for the 2023 US Open taking place this August 22nd- September 10th. Since partnering with the US Open in 2015, Lavazza has continued to establish itself as a leading cultural brand in the sports community through extensive partnerships with Grand Slam tournaments providing tennis fans with unique, premium coffee experiences. At this year's event, US Open attendees will be immersed in Lavazza experience, through presence of Lavazza bars with a wide variety of coffee beverages and unique on-site activations including the Lavazza Prize Wheel.

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  • At this year's event, US Open attendees will be immersed in Lavazza experience, through presence of Lavazza bars with a wide variety of coffee beverages and unique on-site activations including the Lavazza Prize Wheel.
  • Lavazza will also offer their selection of ready-to-drink cold Brew cans, ensuring fans have a refreshing sip at their fingertips.
  • Lavazza will host an immersive experience on-site for guests to step foot into the world of Lavazza with a larger-than-life branded photo booth.
  • The three winning students will serve up their cocktails within the Lavazza Premium Coffee Corporation's Suite at this year's US Open.