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Weifang Intangible Cultural Heritage of China Appears at the Spring Festival Gala of the the Year of the Loong in Arras, France

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Sunday, February 18, 2024

Recently, an art feast for the Spring Festival in the the Year of the Loong was held in Arras, France.

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  • Recently, an art feast for the Spring Festival in the the Year of the Loong was held in Arras, France.
  • In addition, a special exhibition titled "Weifang Intangible Cultural Heritage Overseas Tour" was held on site, hosted by the Weifang Municipal Government Information Office.
  • On each booth, Weifang has a dazzling array of intangible cultural heritage works, including Spring Festival couplets, Paper Cuttings, kites, and New Year pictures.
  • In recent years, more and more overseas students and local people have participated in the activities of the French Spring Festival Gala.

COGNIZANT REPORTS FOURTH QUARTER AND FULL-YEAR 2023 RESULTS

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024

Bookings in the fourth quarter declined 6% year-over-year.

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  • Bookings in the fourth quarter declined 6% year-over-year.
  • Total headcount at the end of the fourth quarter was 347,700, an increase of 1,100 from Q3 2023 and a decrease of 7,600 from Q4 2022.
  • Voluntary attrition - Tech Services for the year ended December 31, 2023 was 13.8% as compared to 25.6% for the year ended December 31, 2022.
  • The Company repurchased 4.2 million shares for $298 million during the fourth quarter under its share repurchase program.

Cognizant Implements Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology for Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

SYDNEY, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH), one of the world's leading professional services companies, today announced it was appointed by the Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association (CITSA) for systems integration and payments support for Amazon's Just Walk Out technology in the Café Yala Plus Student Association store. CITSA is the first education provider to implement this technology in the Southern Hemisphere. The Café YalaPlus Student Association store provides a fast, contactless retail experience for students who can enter the on-campus store, get what they need, and leave, while avoiding queues and checkouts.

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  • SYDNEY, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH), one of the world's leading professional services companies, today announced it was appointed by the Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association (CITSA) for systems integration and payments support for Amazon's Just Walk Out technology in the Café Yala Plus Student Association store.
  • "Amazon's Just Walk Out technology benefits all CIT students, especially those studying outside of regular business hours," said Andrew Scotford, CEO of the CIT Student Association.
  • "We congratulate the Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association on improving the on-campus student experience with the latest in checkout-free technology," said Jon Jenkins, vice president of Just Walk Out technology at Amazon.
  • Amazon's Just Walk Out technology will deliver a new level of convenience to students, enabling them to easily access refreshments day and night."

Cognizant Implements Amazon's Just Walk Out Technology for Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

SYDNEY, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH), one of the world's leading professional services companies, today announced it was appointed by the Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association (CITSA) for systems integration and payments support for Amazon's Just Walk Out technology in the Café Yala Plus Student Association store. CITSA is the first education provider to implement this technology in the Southern Hemisphere. The Café YalaPlus Student Association store provides a fast, contactless retail experience for students who can enter the on-campus store, get what they need, and leave, while avoiding queues and checkouts.

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  • SYDNEY, Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH), one of the world's leading professional services companies, today announced it was appointed by the Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association (CITSA) for systems integration and payments support for Amazon's Just Walk Out technology in the Café Yala Plus Student Association store.
  • "Amazon's Just Walk Out technology benefits all CIT students, especially those studying outside of regular business hours," said Andrew Scotford, CEO of the CIT Student Association.
  • "We congratulate the Canberra Institute of Technology Student Association on improving the on-campus student experience with the latest in checkout-free technology," said Jon Jenkins, vice president of Just Walk Out technology at Amazon.
  • Amazon's Just Walk Out technology will deliver a new level of convenience to students, enabling them to easily access refreshments day and night."

Calling All Families: Free K-12 School Fair, Fun Bring Options to Life in Tucson Area

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Monday, January 15, 2024

TUCSON, Ariz., Jan. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A school choice fair on Friday, Jan. 19 will bring more than 500 parents, children, and teachers together to explore K-12 options and celebrate schools of all types. Join the fun, which will include music, a photobooth, free snacks, and a special appearance by Wilbur and Wilma Wildcat, the University of Arizona mascots.

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  • Join the fun, which will include music, a photobooth, free snacks, and a special appearance by Wilbur and Wilma Wildcat, the University of Arizona mascots.
  • From balloon twisting and face painting for little ones to coffee and application resources for parents, the free community event will engage the entire family.
  • More than 30 schools and community vendors will host booths at the event, including public, private, and homeschool options.
  • "There are so many school options in Tucson and Southern Arizona; one size does not fit all.

Loyola University New Orleans celebrates inauguration of President Xavier Cole

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Saturday, November 11, 2023

New Orleans, LA, Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Loyola University New Orleans is celebrating the inauguration of Xavier A. Cole, Ed.D., as its 18th president.

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  • New Orleans, LA, Nov. 10, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Loyola University New Orleans is celebrating the inauguration of Xavier A. Cole, Ed.D., as its 18th president.
  • Dr. Cole is the second layperson and first person of color to lead Loyola since its founding in 1912.
  • Cole is very attuned to what matters most to Loyola students,” said Makayla Hawkins, president of the Loyola's Student Government Association.
  • I envision Loyola as an anchor institution deeply rooted in New Orleans and contributing to the future of our city, state and nation.

SVA Architects Moves Northern California Operations to New Office

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Monday, November 20, 2023

SANTA ANA, Calif. , Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SVA Architects has moved its Northern California operations to 7901 Stoneridge Dr, Suite 100, in Pleasanton, CA.  At its new Pleasanton location, SVA will be centrally located to serve clients throughout the San Francisco area's South Bay, East Bay, and Peninsula regions.  SVA Architects has established itself throughout Northern California as a visionary leader for transit-oriented developments, community projects, and educational facilities.

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  • SANTA ANA, Calif. , Nov. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SVA Architects has moved its Northern California operations to 7901 Stoneridge Dr, Suite 100, in Pleasanton, CA .
  • SVA Architects has established itself throughout Northern California as a visionary leader for transit-oriented developments, community projects, and educational facilities.
  • SVA's Northern California office, established in 2003, has served clients in Oakland, Berkeley, Palo Alto, Fremont, San Jose, Monterey, and San Rafael.
  • Robert Simons, AIA, President of SVA Architects, states, "The move to this space in Pleasanton was strategic.

Oklahoma's largest Starbucks opens in TU's McFarlin Library

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

TULSA, Okla., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The largest Starbucks in Oklahoma opened this month in The University of Tulsa's McFarlin Library to the delight of students, faculty, staff and those who live nearby.

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  • TULSA, Okla., Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The largest Starbucks in Oklahoma opened this month in The University of Tulsa's McFarlin Library to the delight of students, faculty, staff and those who live nearby.
  • It is located on the main floor of TU's iconic McFarlin Library in the heart of campus.
  • The computer lab that was housed in the library has a been moved into a completely renovated space in the Student Union just east of the library.
  • At 3,014 square feet, the TU location is now the largest Starbucks in the state.

The Habit Burger Grill Celebrates Latest Grand Opening At California State University, Fresno

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Habit Burger Grill , the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and more, announces today the grand opening of their restaurant in California State University, Fresno, located at 5244 N. Jackson Ave., Fresno, CA 93740.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 09, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Habit Burger Grill , the California-based restaurant company renowned for its award-winning Charburgers grilled over an open flame, signature sandwiches, fresh salads, and more, announces today the grand opening of their restaurant in California State University, Fresno, located at 5244 N. Jackson Ave., Fresno, CA 93740.
  • “The Habit Burger Grill was born right here in California, so it’s always extra special when we open another location here in The Golden State,” said Tiffany Furman, Chief Financial Officer at The Habit Burger Grill.
  • Guests at The Habit Burger Grill can always count on freshly-made, handcrafted quality served up with genuine hospitality.
  • This Habit Burger Grill restaurant and drive-thru will be open Monday – Sunday from 10:30am – 10:00pm.

Varonis Announces Third Quarter 2023 Financial Results

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Monday, October 30, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 30, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Varonis Systems, Inc. (Nasdaq: VRNS), a leader in data security, today announced financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2023.

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  • Yaki Faitelson, Varonis CEO, said, "Our third quarter results reflect the continued healthy adoption of Varonis SaaS, and approximately 15% of total company ARR now comes from SaaS.
  • Financial Summary for the Third Quarter Ended September 30, 2023
    Total revenues were $122.3 million, compared with $123.3 million in the third quarter of 2022.
  • Varonis will host a conference call today, Monday, October 30, 2023, at 4:30 p.m. Eastern Time, to discuss the Company's third quarter ended 2023 financial results.
  • Varonis urges investors to review the reconciliation of our non-GAAP financial measures to the comparable GAAP financial measures included below, and not to rely on any single financial measures to evaluate our business.