Licensing (Entertainment)

Manchester United PLC Appoints Omar Berrada as New CEO

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Saturday, January 20, 2024

Manchester United (NYSE: MANU; the “Company” and the “Group”) – one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world – is pleased to announce the appointment of Omar Berrada as its new Chief Executive Officer.

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  • Manchester United (NYSE: MANU; the “Company” and the “Group”) – one of the most popular and successful sports teams in the world – is pleased to announce the appointment of Omar Berrada as its new Chief Executive Officer.
  • The Club is determined to put football and performance on the pitch back at the heart of everything we do.
  • It is our stated ambition to re-establish Manchester United as a title-winning club.
  • Omar’s start date will be confirmed in due course; in the meantime, Patrick Stewart will continue as interim CEO.

Rutgers Athletics has a new partner on the bench: Prudential Financial

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Thursday, January 18, 2024

Rutgers basketball has a new partner on the bench this season: Prudential Financial, Inc. ( NYSE: PRU ).

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  • Rutgers basketball has a new partner on the bench this season: Prudential Financial, Inc. ( NYSE: PRU ).
  • Prudential Financial advisors also will facilitate financial education seminars for student-athletes and their families.
  • Lastly, Prudential will provide investment accounts for select U.S. men and women student-athletes (international student-athletes are not eligible due to visa restrictions).
  • “We are thrilled to enter into this transformative partnership with Prudential,” said Rutgers Athletic Director Pat Hobbs.

Greta Gerwig’s Award-Winning “Barbie,” the #1 Film of 2023, Comes Back to the Big Screen for a Special One-Week Global Engagement Beginning Friday, January 26

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Warner Bros. Pictures announced today that it will bring “Barbie,” 2023’s biggest film, back to the big screen for a special one-week engagement.

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  • Warner Bros. Pictures announced today that it will bring “Barbie,” 2023’s biggest film, back to the big screen for a special one-week engagement.
  • Beginning Friday, January 26, audiences worldwide will have another opportunity to see the larger-than-life icon as brought to life by Oscar-nominated director Greta Gerwig and embodied by Oscar-nominated actress Margot Robbie in theaters once again.
  • The announcement was made today by Jeff Goldstein, President, Domestic Distribution, and Andrew Cripps, President, International Distribution, Warner Bros. Pictures.
  • And with more than $1.446 billion at the global box office, audiences truly can’t get Kenough of the movie.

This Friday Is National Popcorn Day, and AMC Theatres® Is Celebrating With Unlimited Popcorn Refill Deals and Unique Popcorn-Themed Merch Available in Theatres and Online

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117567346/en/
    On National Popcorn Day - Friday, January 19 - AMC moviegoers can enjoy unlimited free refills on any size popcorn.
  • Guests can also purchase an exclusive, limited edition AMC Loungefly popcorn crossbody bag, sold in theatres while supplies last.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    On Jan. 19, AMC ticket-buying guests can take advantage of the unlimited refills on any size popcorn all day long.
  • Consumers craving AMC popcorn who aren’t able to visit a nearby theatre who still want to celebrate National Popcorn Day have lots of options as well.

Sinclair and FOX Reach Agreement to Renew All FOX Affiliations Nationwide

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) (“Sinclair”) and FOX Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that their broadcast divisions have reached an agreement for a multi-year renewal of all FOX affiliations in Sinclair markets.

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  • Sinclair, Inc. (Nasdaq: SBGI) (“Sinclair”) and FOX Corporation (Nasdaq: FOXA, FOX) today announced that their broadcast divisions have reached an agreement for a multi-year renewal of all FOX affiliations in Sinclair markets.
  • Sinclair partners also renewed FOX affiliations in markets where Sinclair provides sales and other services under a joint sales agreement or master service agreement.
  • The 41 renewed markets serve approximately 19 million TV households.
  • Will Bell, Sinclair’s Senior Vice President, Head of Distribution and Network Relations commented, “We are pleased to reach this comprehensive renewal with FOX, inclusive of the early renewal of 17 markets.

Falcon’s Beyond Teams Up with Tanseisha to Explore Combining Creative Forces in Japan to Develop New Immersive Themed Entertainment Based on Anime and Manga

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

The two companies will explore collaborating to develop new themed entertainment experiences, to bring popular Japanese anime and manga intellectual property (IP) to life through location-based entertainment (LBE), games, movies and more.

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  • The two companies will explore collaborating to develop new themed entertainment experiences, to bring popular Japanese anime and manga intellectual property (IP) to life through location-based entertainment (LBE), games, movies and more.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240117266225/en/
    To create the new experiences, Falcon’s plans to activate its robust slate of proprietary attractions and technologies in Japan for the very first time.
  • Specific IP-focused projects developed through the collaboration will be announced in the future.
  • It also expands the Company’s global footprint in Asia, following the partnership it forged with K11 in 2023 and the opening of its Philippines office last year.

Pantene Unveils Affordable Hair Care Innovations for Luxurious Hair Repair

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Wednesday, January 17, 2024

Recognizing that 80% of women struggle with hair damage and perceive effective hair repair as expensive, Pantene has developed cutting-edge products that deliver luxury hair repair without the high price tag .

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  • Recognizing that 80% of women struggle with hair damage and perceive effective hair repair as expensive, Pantene has developed cutting-edge products that deliver luxury hair repair without the high price tag .
  • Backed by science and infused with skincare-inspired ingredients, these new Pantene hair repair products offer an extraordinary solution for damaged hair, resulting in strong and healthy strands.
  • With just one wash, the Deep Repair Conditioner visibly repairs up to 6 months of damage, leaving hair noticeably stronger and healthier.
  • Lorena Ferreyros, Senior Brand Director, North America at Pantene, states, "Pantene is thrilled to share these hair care advancements for those looking to repair hair damage and achieve strong, healthy hair.

Peacock Exclusive AFC Wild Card Game Is Biggest Live-Streamed Event in U.S. History & Drives Internet Usage to Single Day U.S. Record

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Monday, January 15, 2024

It was the NFL’s first-ever exclusively live streamed playoff game…the Peacock Exclusive AFC Wild Card Game.

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  • It was the NFL’s first-ever exclusively live streamed playoff game…the Peacock Exclusive AFC Wild Card Game.
  • Among the milestones and metrics:
    The Peacock Exclusive AFC Wild Card reached 27.6 million total viewers, according to Nielsen.
  • ET) is up 6% from last year’s primetime AFC Wild Card Game (21.8 million TAD on NBC, Peacock, NBC Sports Digital, NFL Digital).
  • Official national data for the Peacock Exclusive AFC Wild Card will be available on Friday.

International Olympic Committee and AB InBev Announce Worldwide Olympic Partnership

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Friday, January 12, 2024

The International Olympic Committee (IOC) today announced that AB InBev (Brussel:ABI) (BMV:ANB) (JSE:ANH) (NYSE:BUD), the world’s leading brewer, will become a Worldwide Olympic Partner (TOP Partner) through 2028.

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  • The International Olympic Committee (IOC) today announced that AB InBev (Brussel:ABI) (BMV:ANB) (JSE:ANH) (NYSE:BUD), the world’s leading brewer, will become a Worldwide Olympic Partner (TOP Partner) through 2028.
  • Together, they will reach billions of Olympic fans around the world with messages of connection, moderation and celebration.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240112957702/en/
    Corona Cero will be the global beer sponsor of the Olympic Games (Graphic: Business Wire)
    IOC President Thomas Bach said: “The IOC is delighted to announce its new partnership with the world’s leading brewer, AB InBev.
  • AB InBev is committed to accelerating continued progress toward responsible alcohol consumption and moderation worldwide and will work to further that effort by featuring Corona Cero, its fast growing zero alcohol beer brand, as the leading global Worldwide Olympic Partner brand.

Mattel Announces Fourth Quarter and Full Year 2023 Financial Results and Conference Call Date

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced that it plans to release its fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at approximately 4:05 p.m. Eastern Time.

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  • Mattel, Inc. (NASDAQ: MAT) today announced that it plans to release its fourth quarter and full year 2023 financial results on Wednesday, February 7, 2024, at approximately 4:05 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • Following this, Mattel will host a webcast conference call at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time.
  • The webcast and accompanying slides will be available under the Events and Presentations section of Mattel's Investor Relations website, https://investors.mattel.com .
  • An archive of the webcast will be available on the Company's website for 12 months following the event.