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LIXIL NAMED FIRST COMMERCIAL LICENSE PARTNER FOR GEORGIA TECH REINVENTED TOILET TECHNOLOGIES

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Thursday, March 21, 2024

TOKYO and NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LIXIL, maker of pioneering water and housing products, today announced it has been named the first commercial license partner for Georgia Tech's Generation 2 Reinvented Toilet (G2RT) Consortium's technologies. The G2RT program had a global research team of 95 engineers, scientists, and industrial designers tasked with transforming traditional, infrastructure-dependent toilets into an appliance. LIXIL's commercial license follows a four-year partnership with Georgia Tech, as well as ongoing collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as part of the Foundation's Reinvent the Toilet Challenge, initiated in 2011. 

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  • TOKYO and NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- LIXIL, maker of pioneering water and housing products, today announced it has been named the first commercial license partner for Georgia Tech's Generation 2 Reinvented Toilet (G2RT) Consortium's technologies.
  • LIXIL's commercial license follows a four-year partnership with Georgia Tech, as well as ongoing collaboration with the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation as part of the Foundation's Reinvent the Toilet Challenge , initiated in 2011.
  • In addition to its public health benefits, reinvented toilets will ultimately offer significant cost savings in construction and installation.
  • As the first commercial licensee, LIXIL will invest in further development to refine these technologies into products suitable for both public and private sector use.

RE/MAX NATIONAL HOUSING REPORT FOR FEBRUARY 2024

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

DENVER, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- With the annual spring homebuying season coming quickly, home sales ramped up in February and spiked 17.0% from January, with a 2.3% increase from February 2023. Of those sales, buyers paid more. The median home price of $412,000 rose 2.1% from January – and 7.0% year over year. The $27,000 increase from February 2023 reflected that buyers on average were willing to pay 99% of the listing price.

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  • The median home price of $412,000 rose 2.1% from January – and 7.0% year over year.
  • The $27,000 increase from February 2023 reflected that buyers on average were willing to pay 99% of the listing price.
  • "In San Francisco County, the list price to sales price ratio hovered around 100-106%, meaning buyers paid over asking price.
  • Highlights and local market results for February include:
    Of the 50 metro areas surveyed in February 2024, the overall number of home sales was up 17.0% compared to January 2024, and up 2.3% compared to February 2023.

Highly Acclaimed by Global B2B Buyers, 16 Taiwanese SMEs Showcase Their International Trade Capabilities

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

TAIPEI, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The 16 finalists of the 10th "Taiwan E-Talent Competition" officially announced on 6 March. The selected finalists include internationally recognized hidden champions, seasoned manufacturing companies, and emerging stars in international trade. The diverse industries and product categories highlight the strong capabilities of Taiwan's small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in products and services, earning widespread acclaim.

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  • The selected finalists include internationally recognized hidden champions, seasoned manufacturing companies, and emerging stars in international trade.
  • Taiwan E-Talent Competition announced the top 16 finalists, demonstrating Taiwan enterprises' solid quality trusted by international buyers.
  • The top 16 SMEs selected have witnessed the pivotal role of AI technology, data analysis, and short video content in business transformation.
  • They have also challenged conventional operations to achieve remarkable results in the international market, some even have developed a "one-stop" service and integrated trade model.

Spritzer Clinches Dual Honors at the 2023 Putra Brand Awards

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Monday, March 4, 2024

KUALA LUMPUR & TAIPING, Mar 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - SPRITZER is pleased to announce that the Company is the proud recipient of two Awards at the prestigious 2023 Putra Brand Awards, Gold Award under Beverage-Non Alcoholic Category to Spritzer, and Putra Brand Personality Award under Special Awards to Founder and Managing Director Dato' Lim Kok Boon, recognising Spritzer's continuous commitment to excellence, quality and sustainability.

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  • KUALA LUMPUR & TAIPING, Mar 4, 2024 - (ACN Newswire) - SPRITZER is pleased to announce that the Company is the proud recipient of two Awards at the prestigious 2023 Putra Brand Awards, Gold Award under Beverage-Non Alcoholic Category to Spritzer, and Putra Brand Personality Award under Special Awards to Founder and Managing Director Dato' Lim Kok Boon, recognising Spritzer's continuous commitment to excellence, quality and sustainability.
  • Dr. Chuah Chaw Teo, Director of Spritzer said, "We are greatly humbled by Malaysia public's recognition and trust of the Spritzer brand.
  • The Putra Brand Award is the premier brand award in Malaysia, organised by the Association of Accredited Advertising Agents Malaysia (4As) in association with the Malaysia's Most Valuable Brands (MMVB).
  • The 2023 Putra Brand Awards presented 149 winners across 24 categories, showcasing Malaysians' favourite brands in multiple categories.

The College Savings Plans Network Announces New Leadership

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

Washington, DC, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Virginia529 CEO Mary Morris has been elected to serve as Chair of the College Savings Plans Network (CSPN), a leading objective source of information about 529 college savings plans and prepaid tuition plans.

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  • Washington, DC, March 07, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Virginia529 CEO Mary Morris has been elected to serve as Chair of the College Savings Plans Network (CSPN), a leading objective source of information about 529 college savings plans and prepaid tuition plans.
  • Rachel Biar, Nebraska Assistant State Treasurer,  will round out the executive leadership team as Past Chair.
  • The mission of the College Savings Plans Network is to empower its members to improve and expand the utilization of 529 plans by providing an inclusive environment to network, train, and offer leadership opportunities.
  • To learn more about how the board plans to achieve those goals, please review their 2021-2024 Strategic Plan found here .

DXP Enterprises Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2023 Results

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Thursday, March 7, 2024

DXP Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXPE) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.

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  • DXP Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXPE) today announced financial results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
  • Fourth Quarter 2023 financial highlights:
    Sales were $407.0 million or $6.7 million per day for the fourth quarter of 2023, compared to $406.3 million or $6.6 million per day for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Adjusted earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization and other non-cash charges ("Adjusted EBITDA") for the fourth quarter of 2023 was $41.9 million compared to $31.6 million for the fourth quarter of 2022.
  • Fiscal Year 2023 financial highlights:
    Sales increased 13.4 percent to $1.7 billion or $6.7 million per day, compared to $1.5 billion or $5.9 million per day for fiscal 2022.

DXP Enterprises, Inc. Announces Acquisition of Pro-Seal, Inc.

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024

DXP Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXPE) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Pro-Seal, Inc. (“Pro-Seal”).

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  • DXP Enterprises, Inc. (NASDAQ: DXPE) today announced that it has completed the acquisition of Pro-Seal, Inc. (“Pro-Seal”).
  • DXP funded the acquisition with cash from the balance sheet.
  • “We are pleased to announce the acquisition of Pro-Seal and welcome the employees of Pro-Seal to the DXP team.
  • We anticipate this acquisition to be accretive to earnings and further expand our Rotating Equipment division.

Wynn Las Vegas to Debut Culinary Festival, Revelry, Following The World's 50 Best Restaurants Awards

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Wednesday, March 6, 2024

LAS VEGAS, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, Wynn Las Vegas (Nasdaq: WYNN) will unveil Revelry, an all-new culinary festival that will bring together some of the world's most esteemed chefs, best-in-class vintners, mixologists, art installations, and live entertainment. Taking place Wednesday, June 5 through Saturday, June 8, Revelry will showcase a variety of events and curated experiences throughout Wynn Las Vegas, featuring top culinary talent from the resort and across the country.

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  • LAS VEGAS, March 6, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- This summer, Wynn Las Vegas (Nasdaq: WYNN) will unveil Revelry, an all-new culinary festival that will bring together some of the world's most esteemed chefs, best-in-class vintners, mixologists, art installations, and live entertainment.
  • Taking place Wednesday, June 5 through Saturday, June 8, Revelry will showcase a variety of events and curated experiences throughout Wynn Las Vegas, featuring top culinary talent from the resort and across the country.
  • "Wynn Las Vegas is known for creating innovative, once-in-a-lifetime experiences and our inaugural Revelry festival will be no exception," said Steve Weitman, president of Wynn Las Vegas.
  • An iconic group of chefs previously recognized by The World's 50 Best Restaurants Awards will come together to present this world-class experience.

The Southwest Got Something to Say! The Region's Newest Festival, TwoGether Land, Reveals its Lineup for Memorial Day Weekend, Featuring Headliners Lil Wayne, Summer Walker, Latto, Gucci Mane, and More

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Wednesday, February 28, 2024

DALLAS, Feb. 28, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After witnessing 100,000 festival-goers at ONE Musicfest 2023, the brand, in partnership with Live Nation Urban (LNU), is pleased to announce its expansion into Dallas with TwoGether Land, the Southwest's newest urban music festival. TwoGether Land promises to deliver a highly anticipated lineup for this year's festivities in partnership with Live Nation Urban. The two-day festival is set to take place on Saturday, May 25th, and Sunday, May 26th, at the historic Fair Park, located at 3809 Grand Ave, Dallas, TX 75210, promising an amazing weekend of music, togetherness, and cultural celebration.

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  • TwoGether Land promises to deliver a highly anticipated lineup for this year's festivities in partnership with Live Nation Urban.
  • Please find the TwoGether Land map, schedule, and full lineup on the website .
  • We look forward to TwoGether Land becoming a must-attend event, much like ONE Musicfest," J. Carter, ONE Musicfest Founder.
  • This year's headliners are set to deliver sensational performances that will establish TwoGether Land as a can't miss event for years to come.

The Rainwater Charitable Foundation Announces 2024 Rainwater Prize Winners, Dr. Virginia Man-Yee Lee and Dr. Cristian Lasagna-Reeves, for Ongoing Contributions to Scientific Understanding of Tau in the Brain

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Thursday, February 15, 2024

FORT WORTH, Texas, Feb. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Rainwater Charitable Foundation, one of the largest independent funders of neurodegenerative research that enables field-advancing programs, resources and breakthrough solutions for primary tauopathies, today announced Virginia Man-Yee Lee, Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania Perelman School of Medicine, will be awarded the 2024 Outstanding Innovation in Neurodegenerative Disease Research Prize of $400,000, and Cristian Lasagna-Reeves, Ph.D., M.S., Indiana University School of Medicine will be awarded the Rainwater Prize for Innovative Early-Career Scientist of $200,000. The prizes will be presented during the Tau2024 Global Conference on March 25-26, 2024, in Washington, D.C.

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  • The Rainwater Prize Program , now in its fifth year, aims to highlight and support scientific progress toward addressing critical gaps for neurodegenerative diseases associated with the accumulation of the tau protein in the brain.
  • Currently, Dr. Lasagna-Reeves' lab focuses on understanding the role of tau in Alzheimer's disease and related dementias.
  • Dr. Lasagna-Reeves winning this year's Early-Career Prize recognizes the scientific discoveries that could lead to a potential new therapeutic approach for tauopathies.
  • We're proud to support their research and provide resources that may contribute to potential future breakthroughs in our understanding of tau."