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FOUR KIA MODELS WIN A 2024 BEST CARS FOR THE MONEY AWARD FROM U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report has recognized the Kia Telluride (best 3-row SUV), Sportage Hybrid (best hybrid SUV), Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (best plug-in hybrid SUV) and Kia Soul (best subcompact SUV) in its "Best Cars for the Money" awards for 2024. The annual awards include 11 automotive categories, highlighting cars and SUVs that represent the best combination of quality and value in their respective categories over time. Quality is determined by credible automotive reviews based on factors such as comfort, tech features, fuel economy, safety and reliability. Value is measured by calculating real-time transaction prices and five-year total cost of ownership.

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  • IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report has recognized the Kia Telluride (best 3-row SUV), Sportage Hybrid (best hybrid SUV), Sportage Plug-in Hybrid (best plug-in hybrid SUV) and Kia Soul (best subcompact SUV) in its "Best Cars for the Money" awards for 2024.
  • "Four Best Cars for the Money awards from U.S. News & World Report reflect Kia's world class model lineup," said Steven Center, COO & EVP, Kia America.
  • We are honored to claim four Best Cars for the Money awards."
  • "Kia stands out as a top brand for car buyers that prioritize quality and value," said Jim Sharifi, managing editor of U.S. News Best Cars.

CarGurus Unveils the Best Used Cars for 2024, Preparing Shoppers for the Ideal Time to Buy

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

1 visited digital auto platform for shopping, buying, and selling new and used vehicles1, today released its 2024 Best Used Car Awards.

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  • 1 visited digital auto platform for shopping, buying, and selling new and used vehicles1, today released its 2024 Best Used Car Awards.
  • The awards come in time for shoppers to prepare for the best time to buy a used car in 2024, according to CarGurus research.
  • “Now in its sixth year, the CarGurus Best Used Car Awards aim to help consumers pinpoint their ideal car match with added confidence.”
    A preview of the 2024 CarGurus Best Used Car Award winners include:
    CarGurus 2024 Used Car of the Year: Honda Accord (Tenth Generation).
  • Categories include the best small crossover/SUV, best midsize crossover/SUV, best family car, best city car, best large SUV, best luxury crossover/SUV, best small pickup truck, best large pickup truck, best sports car, and CarGurus Used Car of the Year Award.

Hyundai Releases All-New 2024 Santa Fe Pricing

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Wednesday, January 24, 2024

The all-new Santa Fe presents a bold, new, upright design for a rugged-yet-sophisticated appearance.

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  • The all-new Santa Fe presents a bold, new, upright design for a rugged-yet-sophisticated appearance.
  • Santa Fe even offers easier access to roof storage thanks to innovative self-concealing grab handles integrated into the C-pillars.
  • All 2024 Santa Fe models feature OTA1(Over-The-Air) updates, allowing the vehicle's software to be updated wirelessly with minimal downtime.
  • The 2024 Santa Fe XRT also receives some major upgrades with increased capability in mind.

2023 VETTY Awards® Recognizes Marketing Excellence in Animal Health Care Worldwide

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Thursday, January 11, 2024

ORLANDO, Fla., Jan. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The North American Veterinary Community (NAVC) is pleased to announce today the winners of the 2023 VETTY Awards®, an international awards program dedicated to recognizing marketing excellence in the animal health care industry.

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  • The VETTY Awards®, an international awards program recognizes excellence in the animal health care industry.
  • "We are proud of the amazing work that those in marketing and advertising are accomplishing in the animal health care industry.
  • Category: In-Clinic Consumer Awareness Campaign
    "Merck Animal Health BRAVECTO® & SENTINEL® Unlock Better Protection Integrated Campaign" by Merck Animal Health and Circa Healthcare.
  • Since its inception, the VETTY Awards® has rapidly grown to be a prestigious awards program, pulling entries from around the world and recognizing the best in marketing animal health care products, programs and services.

Infrasense Performs a Pavement Evaluation using Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR), Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD), and Traffic Speed Deflectometer (TSD) in New Hampshire

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Wednesday, January 10, 2024

EPPING, N.H., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Infrasense recently conducted pavement structure/condition evaluations of a six-mile highway section in New Hampshire. A vehicle-based Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) survey yielded continuous pavement layer thickness data along prescribed offsets within the project section. Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing was also performed at over 120 locations along the project section, which provided the data needed to calculate layer moduli, effective structural number (SN), remaining service life and required overlay thicknesses. Traffic Speed Deflectometer (TSD) data yielded deflection bowl measurements and was accompanied by surface distress data (rutting, cracking, IRI). The results provided the client with valuable information to facilitate rehabilitation design efforts. Deliverables included tabular and graphical datasets with each point linked to precise GPS coordinates. The GPR datasets help visualize how the constructed layers of the roadway change along the length of each lane, while the FWD and TSD datasets present remaining lift, overlay thickness, structural number, and subgrade modulus along the length of each lane.

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  • Infrasense recently conducted Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) and Falling Weight Deflectometer (FWD) testing along highway NH-101.
  • EPPING, N.H., Jan. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Infrasense recently conducted pavement structure/condition evaluations of a six-mile highway section in New Hampshire.
  • A vehicle-based Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) survey yielded continuous pavement layer thickness data along prescribed offsets within the project section.
  • Traffic Speed Deflectometer (TSD) data yielded deflection bowl measurements and was accompanied by surface distress data (rutting, cracking, IRI).

Snom Americas to Recognize The 20th Anniversary of The Pulver Order

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Thursday, January 4, 2024

Almost twenty years ago, the “Pulver Order,” a landmark decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), forever changed the telecommunications landscape.

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  • Almost twenty years ago, the “Pulver Order,” a landmark decision by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), forever changed the telecommunications landscape.
  • Snom Americas, the creators of the first-ever VoIP phone, will commemorate this seminal ruling’s 20th anniversary on February 12, 2024, at The National Press Club in Washington, D.C., along with telecom industry leaders and regulatory experts.
  • The “Pulver Order” stemmed from a petition filed by Pulver concerning his early venture, Free World Dialup (FWD).
  • On this 20th anniversary, the telecommunications industry reflects on the “Pulver Order” as a regulatory decision and a visionary step towards a more connected and innovative future.

ChatGPT's First Year: Udemy Data Highlights Unprecedented Global Demand for Generative AI Skills

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

“We believe Udemy was the first global learning platform to provide content on learning generative AI skills, with a ChatGPT course on Udemy just 11 days after its launch,” said Scott Rogers, Senior Vice President of Supply Strategy at Udemy.

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  • “We believe Udemy was the first global learning platform to provide content on learning generative AI skills, with a ChatGPT course on Udemy just 11 days after its launch,” said Scott Rogers, Senior Vice President of Supply Strategy at Udemy.
  • Broader data trends on professionals learning generative AI reveal:
    The top-ten industries where organizations are empowering their employees with generative AI skills are: Professional Services, Consulting Services, Technology, Manufacturing, Retail, Financial Services, Entertainment & Media, Education, Government and Life Sciences.
  • The most popular generative AI courses focus on Midjourney, AI art, Python, and ChatGPT prompts.
  • The recent 2024 Global Learning & Skills Trends Report by Udemy highlighted that generative AI could help automate up to 30% of current work hours by 2030 , contributing an estimated $15 trillion to the global economy.

2025 UX 300h BRINGS MORE POWER TO THE STREETS

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Wednesday, December 20, 2023

A new hybrid transaxle and lightweight lithium-ion battery contribute to the higher output with the 2025 UX 300h, providing more responsive performance.

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  • A new hybrid transaxle and lightweight lithium-ion battery contribute to the higher output with the 2025 UX 300h, providing more responsive performance.
  • Only offered with a hybrid powertrain in the U.S., the 2025 UX 300h supports Lexus' work towards the realization of a carbon-neutral society.
  • Pricing for the 2025 Lexus UX 300h will be announced in the new year with the vehicle going on sale shortly after.
  • The 2025 Lexus UX 300h is offered in eight different models, including F SPORT Design and F SPORT Handling.

What's New: 2024 Lexus RZ

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Tuesday, December 19, 2023

PLANO, Texas, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After ushering in a new era of Lexus Electrified in January 2023 as the first all-electric vehicle in the brand's lineup, the Lexus RZ sees several updates in 2024, including an all-new option – the RZ 300e with FWD.

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  • PLANO, Texas, Dec. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- After ushering in a new era of Lexus Electrified in January 2023 as the first all-electric vehicle in the brand's lineup, the Lexus RZ sees several updates in 2024, including an all-new option – the RZ 300e with FWD.
  • Lexus' identifiable spindle grille is replaced by the Lexus spindle body, as introduced with the 2023 Lexus RX, showcasing a distinctive roof spoiler to suppress aerodynamic force.
  • For 2024, the RZ comes equipped with a new dual-voltage charging cable for 120V and 240V outlets.
  • The Lexus Reserve program will continue to provide RZ customers with an exclusive complimentary rental service to anyone who purchases/leases a 2023 or 2024 RZ.

Yakima Chief Hops Announces FWD, A New Hop Innovation Program in Partnership with Yakima Chief Ranches

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Monday, December 4, 2023

YAKIMA, Wash., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yakima Chief Hops (YCH), a 100% grower-owned global hop supplier, has partnered with Yakima Chief Ranches to launch FWD, a new hop innovation program focused on data-driven decisions and community involvement.

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  • YAKIMA, Wash., Dec. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Yakima Chief Hops (YCH), a 100% grower-owned global hop supplier, has partnered with Yakima Chief Ranches to launch FWD, a new hop innovation program focused on data-driven decisions and community involvement.
  • Participating brewers will be granted access to the newest, not-yet-commercialized HBC varieties and products in Yakima Chief Hop's innovation pipeline.
  • Application registration is open for breweries interested in trialing cutting-edge hop products and promising experimental hop varieties.
  • "At Yakima Chief Hops, we believe that true innovation in brewing comes from a symbiosis between the grower's fields and the brewer's creativity.