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2024 Toyota Land Cruiser Returns to its Origin

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Wednesday, August 2, 2023

The 2024 Land Cruiser will be built in Toyota Motor Corporation's Tahara and Hino plants in Japan and arrive in the U.S. in the spring of 2024.

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  • The 2024 Land Cruiser will be built in Toyota Motor Corporation's Tahara and Hino plants in Japan and arrive in the U.S. in the spring of 2024.
  • But then, when the 40 Series arrived, Land Cruiser became the best-selling Toyota in the U.S. for five years running.
  • For the signature Land Cruiser look, the 1958 grade features the iconic round LED headlights and "TOYOTA" heritage grille, while Land Cruiser grades upgrade to slim, rectangular headlights reminiscent of the FJ62.
  • Land Cruiser will be available in three grades: Land Cruiser 1958, Land Cruiser, and the limited run Land Cruiser First Edition.

Champions crowned as Riyadh Masters 2023 wraps up Dota 2 action at Gamers8

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Monday, July 31, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dota 2 Riyadh Masters 2023 competition wrapped up yesterday after 12 days of thrilling matches featuring 20 elite teams vying for victory and taking home a share of the $15,000,000 prize pool. As one of the premier tournaments in the Dota 2 calendar, Riyadh Masters 2023 ran the globe's greatest teams through a round-robin group stage and then double-elimination playoffs in the popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA).

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  • Among the teams competing for the top prize was Dota 2 powerhouse Team OG, the first team in Dota 2 history to win four Dota Major Championships.
  • Team Tundra Esports, reigning champions of Dota's iconic "The International" tournament, also headed into the 2023 Masters amongst the favorites.
  • As champions, Team Spirit left Gamers8 and Boulevard Riyadh City $5,000,000 richer, the runners-up collecting $2,500,000 from the overall prize pool.
  • Although the Riyadh Masters may have finished, there's plenty more action on offer as part of Gamers8: The Land of Heroes in its 2023 edition.

Champions crowned as Riyadh Masters 2023 wraps up Dota 2 action at Gamers8

Retrieved on: 
Monday, July 31, 2023

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, July 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Dota 2 Riyadh Masters 2023 competition wrapped up yesterday after 12 days of thrilling matches featuring 20 elite teams vying for victory and taking home a share of the $15,000,000 prize pool. As one of the premier tournaments in the Dota 2 calendar, Riyadh Masters 2023 ran the globe's greatest teams through a round-robin group stage and then double-elimination playoffs in the popular multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA).

Key Points: 
  • Among the teams competing for the top prize was Dota 2 powerhouse Team OG, the first team in Dota 2 history to win four Dota Major Championships.
  • Team Tundra Esports, reigning champions of Dota's iconic "The International" tournament, also headed into the 2023 Masters amongst the favorites.
  • As champions, Team Spirit left Gamers8 and Boulevard Riyadh City $5,000,000 richer, the runners-up collecting $2,500,000 from the overall prize pool.
  • Although the Riyadh Masters may have finished, there's plenty more action on offer as part of Gamers8: The Land of Heroes in its 2023 edition.

Clear Channel Outdoor Secures 10-Year Partnership with City of Austin to Remaster Advertising and Sponsorship Opportunities at Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

NEW YORK, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Clear Channel Outdoor, Airports Division, the Americas-based airports business of Clear Channel Outdoor Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: CCO), today announced a new long-term 10-year contract with Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS). The contract began April 1, 2023, and continues CCO's commitment to revolutionizing advertising and sponsorships at AUS, elevating the airport's status as a destination for brands to connect with travelers. This comes on the heels of a record setting 2022, where CCO's sales execution drove AUS to achieve its highest advertising revenue in history since the inception of the media program in 2010.

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  • This awarded contract reflects CCO's expertise and a 13-year track record of successful collaboration with AUS.
  • This passenger traffic is excellent for brands looking to reach consumers who studies show are receptive to airport advertising.
  • We look forward to working with Clear Channel to deliver a dynamic and engaging advertising environment for our passengers."
  • "Through our partnership with the City of Austin, Clear Channel will raise the bar transforming Austin-Bergstrom International Airport's media and sponsorship program," said Morten Gotterup, president, Clear Channel Outdoor, Airports Division.

Hanwha Aerospace Selected as Preferred Bidder for Land 400 Phase 3 by Australian Army

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

SEOUL, South Korea, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanwha Aerospace announced today that its subsidiary, Hanwha Defense Australia(HDA), has been selected as the preferred bidder for the Land 400 Phase 3 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) program with the Redback IFV.

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  • SEOUL, South Korea, July 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hanwha Aerospace announced today that its subsidiary, Hanwha Defense Australia(HDA), has been selected as the preferred bidder for the Land 400 Phase 3 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) program with the Redback IFV.
  • This program includes 129 vehicles across two variants and will be delivered under an accelerated schedule, in alignment with the Australian Army's Defence Strategic Review.
  • "Hanwha's selection as the preferred bidder for the Land 400 Phase 3 has significant implications for Korea-Australia defense and economic cooperation."
  • "We are excited for the next phase of this program that will see HDA and Australian industry deliver a world class IFV to the Australian Army," said Richard Cho, Managing Director of HDA.

Nintendo News: Nintendo Switch Online Adds Game Boy Color Classics The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages and The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons

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Thursday, July 27, 2023

Two classic Game Boy Color adventures – The Legend of Zelda™: Oracle of Ages™ and The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons™ – are now playable for everyone with a Nintendo Switch Online membership as part of the Game Boy™ – Nintendo Switch Online library.

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  • Two classic Game Boy Color adventures – The Legend of Zelda™: Oracle of Ages™ and The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons™ – are now playable for everyone with a Nintendo Switch Online membership as part of the Game Boy™ – Nintendo Switch Online library.
  • Two classic Game Boy Color adventures – The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Ages and The Legend of Zelda: Oracle of Seasons – are now playable for everyone with a Nintendo Switch Online membership as part of the Game Boy – Nintendo Switch Online library.
  • For more information, and to learn about a free seven-day Nintendo Switch Online trial, go to the Nintendo Switch Online section on the Nintendo Switch HOME Menu or visit https://www.nintendo.com/switch/online/ .
  • Paid Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership required to access Nintendo 64 – Nintendo Switch Online, SEGA Genesis – Nintendo Switch Online and Game Boy Advance – Nintendo Switch Online libraries of games, and to access the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass, Animal Crossing: New Horizons - Happy Home Paradise and Splatoon 2: Octo Expansion DLC at no additional cost.

Over Two Million Fans Online Went Wild Over All Things ONE PIECE! ONE PIECE DAY '23 Event Report

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

TOKYO, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- In collaboration with Shueisha Inc. and Toei Animation Co., Ltd., Bandai Namco Entertainment Inc. held "ONE PIECE DAY '23," a two-day event that brought together all aspects of "ONE PIECE including: manga, anime, movies, music, games, and merchandise for "ONE PIECE" fans from across the world, attracting attendees to the in-person festivities at Tokyo Big Sight. Over two million fans joined the livestream with simultaneous English interpretation and were enthralled by the latest developments unfolding on the main stage in real time.

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  • Over two million fans joined the livestream with simultaneous English interpretation and were enthralled by the latest developments unfolding on the main stage in real time.
  • *The movie screening from DAY 1 will not be shown on the livestream.
  • In the last major segment of the ONE PIECE DAY main stage program, Maki Otsuki made a grand entrance, as was fitting to close out the day.
  • The final song of ONE PIECE DAY' 23 was "We Are!

Chris Roberts joins PPG board of directors

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Monday, July 24, 2023

PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that Christopher N. Roberts III, executive vice president and general manager, global food and beverage, Ecolab Inc., has been elected to its board of directors, effective Oct. 18, 2023.

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  • PPG (NYSE:PPG) today announced that Christopher N. Roberts III, executive vice president and general manager, global food and beverage, Ecolab Inc., has been elected to its board of directors, effective Oct. 18, 2023.
  • Roberts will serve on the Audit Committee and the Sustainability and Innovation Committee of PPG’s board.
  • “PPG’s board of directors continually seeks to maintain an appropriate balance of directors with varying tenure, expertise and diversity,” said Hugh Grant, PPG lead independent director.
  • The PPG Logo and We protect and beautify the world are registered trademarks of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.

Arden at Indian Land Hires Rachel Lowery as Community Manager

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Monday, July 24, 2023

INDIAN LAND, N.C., July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arden at Indian Land, the first and only "55 and better" apartment rental community under construction in Indian Land, South Carolina, welcomes Rachel Lowery as the inaugural community manager. Lowery joins the operations team and brings her 6 years of experience in the multifamily housing industry, as well as her personal interest and educational background in Gerontology, the study of aging, to Arden.

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  • INDIAN LAND, N.C., July 24, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Arden at Indian Land, the first and only "55 and better" apartment rental community under construction in Indian Land, South Carolina, welcomes Rachel Lowery as the inaugural community manager.
  • "As we continue to grow Arden in the North Carolina market, we sought a best-in-class community manager with the perfect combination of experience, compassion, and customer service," said Jim Lindsey, Managing Partner of Arden.
  • Through offering a better life with amenities, activities, and options that appeal to "55 and better" active adults, Arden continues to grow, most recently with Arden at Indian Land.
  • Pre-leasing has officially started at Arden at Indian Land, with move-ins expected to begin in February of 2024.

Akkodis awarded major contract by Canadian Department of National Defence to accelerate digital transformation

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Thursday, July 20, 2023

ZURICH, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Akkodis1, a global digital engineering company and the tech business of the Adecco Group, is delighted to announce that its subsidiary in Canada, has been awarded a major contract by the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) to deliver professional support services to modernize and transform software systems. The company has received this award as part of a joint venture with two leading industry partners, Thales Canada and KWESST Micro Systems.

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  • ZURICH, July 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Akkodis1, a global digital engineering company and the tech business of the Adecco Group, is delighted to announce that its subsidiary in Canada, has been awarded a major contract by the Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) to deliver professional support services to modernize and transform software systems.
  • The initial term of the contract is five years (through April 2028) with five additional one-year extension options.
  • David Luxton, Executive Chairman, KWESST Micro Systems, said, "KWESST is incredibly excited to be working with Thales and Akkodis on this contract.
  • KWESST is honored to be a vital force development partner for the Canadian Army as it looks to implement its Digital Modernization Strategy."