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Bionomics Announces Key Leadership Updates to Drive U.S.-Focused Transformation and Next Stage of Strategic Growth

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Monday, July 3, 2023

Mr. Fisher succeeds Errol De Souza, Ph.D., who remains on the Board as a Non-Executive Director.

Key Points: 
  • Mr. Fisher succeeds Errol De Souza, Ph.D., who remains on the Board as a Non-Executive Director.
  • Mr. Fisher commented, “On behalf of the Board, I would like to express my excitement for Bionomics’ prospects and confidence in the team being assembled.
  • “Collectively, Tim, Julie, and Atul bring over 50+ years of experience in the biopharma sector, and diverse expertise in developing and commercializing drug products.
  • His main areas of expertise include mergers and acquisitions, public and private equity raisings, business restructurings and strategic advice.

Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame to Induct Devin Hester and Jack McDowell to 2023 Class

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Friday, June 30, 2023

CHICAGO, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame (CSHOF) will host its annual induction ceremony on Wednesday, October 4th at McCormick Square's state-of-the-art Wintrust Arena. This year's Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner will honor 14 new members.

Key Points: 
  • CHICAGO, June 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame (CSHOF) will host its annual induction ceremony on Wednesday, October 4th at McCormick Square's state-of-the-art Wintrust Arena .
  • This year's Hall of Fame induction ceremony and dinner will honor 14 new members.
  • Pro Football Hall of Famer and former Minnesota Viking, John Randle, is set to grace the event and receive the esteemed George Connor Award.
  • The annual event benefits Chicagoland Sports Hall of Fame Charities, a 501c3 tax exempt organization in Illinois honoring those who have distinguished themselves through their contributions in sports.

eBay Extends Authentication for Trading Cards to Canada

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Wednesday, May 10, 2023

TORONTO, May 10, 2023 /CNW/ - eBay today announced the expansion of its Authenticity Guarantee service for trading cards in Canada.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, May 10, 2023 /CNW/ - eBay today announced the expansion of its Authenticity Guarantee service for trading cards in Canada.
  • Beginning now, single ungraded trading cards (including collectible card games, sports and non-sports cards) sold for $250+ in Canada will be authenticated.
  • With this addition to eBay's Authenticity Guarantee service in Canada, the company now offers authentication for enthusiasts looking to buy and sell both sneakers and trading cards.
  • eBay Trading Cards by the Numbers in Canada:
    The most popular current NHL players in Canada, according to eBay Canada, are Connor McDavid and Auston Matthews.

Math teachers hold a bias against girls when the teachers think gender equality has been achieved

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Tuesday, May 2, 2023

The big idea

Key Points: 
  • The big idea
    Math teachers who believe women no longer face discrimination tend to be biased against girls’ ability in math.
  • This is what we found through an experiment we conducted with over 400 elementary and middle school math teachers across the United States.
  • For our experiment, we asked teachers to evaluate a set of student solutions to math problems.
  • The teachers didn’t know that gender- and race-specific names, such as Tanisha and Connor, had been randomly assigned to the solutions.

What the WWE-UFC merger means for the future of wrestling and MMA

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Wednesday, April 12, 2023

World Wrestling Entertainment’s (WWE) “WrestleMania” is the biggest event in the professional wrestling calendar.

Key Points: 
  • World Wrestling Entertainment’s (WWE) “WrestleMania” is the biggest event in the professional wrestling calendar.
  • The rumour (which turned out to have no substance) caused a stir in the professional wrestling fandom.
  • Now, as part of the WWE-UFC merger, McMahon will become executive chairman of the new company.
  • As a researcher of professional wrestling, I believe that the merger offers both positives and negatives for WWE talent.

Conserva Irrigation to Open a New Location in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware

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Monday, March 20, 2023

RICHMOND, Va., March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Conserva Irrigation is happy to announce that Ethan and Connor Ghabra have opened a new franchise location, serving the Southern Delaware area.

Key Points: 
  • North America's only irrigation franchise focused on saving the planet's water is opening a new location in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware.
  • RICHMOND, Va., March 20, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Conserva Irrigation is happy to announce that Ethan and Connor Ghabra have opened a new franchise location, serving the Southern Delaware area.
  • Known as Conserva Irrigation of Southern Delaware, the Ghabras will lead a team of irrigation designers and technicians in repair, maintenance, and installation of home and commercial irrigation systems.
  • Conserva Irrigation of Southern Delaware is the first location in the state of Delaware.

Gen Z Expert Connor Blakley Reacquires Marketing & Innovation Agency Youth Logic

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Wednesday, March 8, 2023

NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Connor Blakley, the founder of the first-ever, full-service Gen Z innovation and marketing agency Youth Logic, today announced that he has reacquired the agency, which he started when he was 15 years old (and sold when he was 19). Since its original founding in 2015, Youth Logic's clients have included PepsiCo, Kraft-Heinz, T-Mobile, Viacom, Discord, McCormick, The NHL, and more. Connor has regained the reins of his company with a mandate to reframe the way brands, new and old, engage with youth culture.

Key Points: 
  • NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Connor Blakley , the founder of the first-ever, full-service Gen Z innovation and marketing agency Youth Logic , today announced that he has reacquired the agency, which he started when he was 15 years old (and sold when he was 19).
  • Connor and the Youth Logic team heavily emphasize content production capabilities, leveraging deep personal relationships with well-known Gen Z talent and UGC (user-generated content) creators.
  • Gen Z consulting: Youth Logic incorporates the creator economy to work directly with brands on cultural audits, strategic collaboration, consumer feedback, creative exploration, and brand invigoration.
  • Gen Z innovation: Youth Logic works cross-functionally with companies to revitalize dying brands and breathe life into new ones, from idea to finished product.

New Bayshore Luxury Condo Development Structural Complete

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Tuesday, March 7, 2023

TAMPA, Fla., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Altura Bayshore tower, a luxury skyrise condominium development by The Ronto Group, has reached vertical completion, becoming a signature addition to the South Tampa skyline.

Key Points: 
  • TAMPA, Fla., March 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Altura Bayshore tower, a luxury skyrise condominium development by The Ronto Group, has reached vertical completion, becoming a signature addition to the South Tampa skyline.
  • After breaking ground just 11 months ago, the 23-story tower now features 73 units.
  • Twenty-one units remain on the market ranging from $1.8 million to $4 million.
  • The development is fittingly situated along coveted Bayshore Boulevard, featuring one of the longest continuous sidewalks in the United States and within walking distance from the culture of Hyde Park Village and South Howard Avenue's booming nightlife.

TeamConnor Childhood Cancer Foundation Announces Grant Recipients in Pediatric Cancer Research for 2023

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Thursday, February 9, 2023

DALLAS, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The TeamConnor Childhood Cancer Foundation is proud to continue its work towards eradicating pediatric cancer by awarding $500,000 to multiple research grantees at five national institutions to fund their childhood cancer research work in 2023. As non-profit fundraising opportunities continue to be a challenge, the organization is thankful for the loyal donors, generous foundation grants, and community partners who share in the fight to cure pediatric cancers.

Key Points: 
  • DALLAS, Feb. 9, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The TeamConnor Childhood Cancer Foundation is proud to continue its work towards eradicating pediatric cancer by awarding $500,000 to multiple research grantees at five national institutions to fund their childhood cancer research work in 2023.
  • The DREAM team was established as the pediatric cancer research group for Stand Up To Cancer.
  • For more information on how to join the fight against childhood cancer, please visit teamconnor.org or follow TeamConnor Childhood Cancer Foundation on Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube and Facebook.
  • For more information on how to join the fight against childhood cancer, please visit teamconnor.org or follow TeamConnor Childhood Cancer Foundation on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube.

London-based artist Frank Canvas launches his first series, "Socially Awkward Elephant" with simultaneous exhibitions in London and Villars-Sur-Ollon, Switzerland.

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Saturday, December 31, 2022

Working under the alias Frank Canvas , the artist has Galleries scrambling for his signature before his notoriety reaches unattainable levels.

Key Points: 
  • Working under the alias Frank Canvas , the artist has Galleries scrambling for his signature before his notoriety reaches unattainable levels.
  • For Frank Canvas to feature prominently in locations such as these, the solid foundations have been laid to springboard him to the next stage in his career.
  • "Socially Awkward Elephant" follows a classic Penguin Book cover design, made famous by artists such as Harland Miller and the Connor brothers.
  • The Frank Canvas pieces use stunning colours applied with intricate layered brushwork of acrylic on canvas with a resin finish.