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Fubo Sports Network Signs Multi-Year Renewal With Gilbert Arenas and Josiah Johnson for Channel’s Top Original Series No Chill

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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Fubo Sports Network, the live, free-to-consumer TV network from FuboTV Inc. (NYSE: FUBO), the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, has announced that it has signed a new, multi-year renewal with Gilbert Arenas and Josiah Johnson, hosts of No Chill with Gilbert Arenas.

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  • Fubo Sports Network, the live, free-to-consumer TV network from FuboTV Inc. (NYSE: FUBO), the leading sports-first live TV streaming platform, has announced that it has signed a new, multi-year renewal with Gilbert Arenas and Josiah Johnson, hosts of No Chill with Gilbert Arenas.
  • Three-time NBA All-Star Gilbert Arenas and NBA social media king Josiah Johnson talk with athletes, celebrities and more about basketball and life around it.
  • In addition to No Chill, Fubo Sports Network has expanded its professional basketball content with the recent debut of original series, The Young Person Basketball Podcast with R.J. Hampton.
  • Fubo Sports Network has experienced record high viewership within the past year driven by its original programming and exclusive live sports.

USA TODAY Network and Gannett Foundation Announce 2022 “A Community Thrives” National Grant Recipients

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Tuesday, October 25, 2022
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(NYSE: GCI), and the Gannett Foundation today announced the non-profit recipients of national grants from the companys A Community Thrives program.

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  • (NYSE: GCI), and the Gannett Foundation today announced the non-profit recipients of national grants from the companys A Community Thrives program.
  • The program, with support from the Gannett Foundation, encourages non-profits to promote their ideas and efforts on a national platform leveraging USA TODAY and the USA TODAY Networks more than 200 local brands to garner attention and support through donations.
  • A Community Thrives and the Gannett Foundation are thrilled to announce the admirable recipients of this years national project grants, said Gannett Foundation Director, Sue Madden.
  • Congratulations to this years A Community Thrives recipients, said Michael Reed, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Gannett Foundation.

KISS Products Launches New Beauty-Focused Platform to Inspire & Empower

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Wednesday, October 26, 2022
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Coverage includes all products, all brands across beauty, to meet the needs of today's discerning and diverse beauty consumer.

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  • Coverage includes all products, all brands across beauty, to meet the needs of today's discerning and diverse beauty consumer.
  • KISS is a global leader in professional quality beauty products and treatments, with iconic brands sold in over 100 countries worldwide.
  • Prior to joining KISS, Janene was BELLA Magazine's Beauty Director, where she oversaw beauty content across print and digital for 11 years.
  • "As a global beauty leader, the launch of BEAUTIFY.TIPS is a perfect new venture for KISS Products.

Gannett Schedules Third Quarter 2022 Results

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Thursday, October 20, 2022
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Gannett Co., Inc. (Gannett, the Company) (NYSE: GCI) announced today that it will release its third quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, November 3, 2022, prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange.

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  • Gannett Co., Inc. (Gannett, the Company) (NYSE: GCI) announced today that it will release its third quarter 2022 financial results on Thursday, November 3, 2022, prior to the opening of the New York Stock Exchange.
  • Management will host a conference call on Thursday, November 3, 2022 at 8:30 A.M. Eastern Time.
  • A copy of the earnings release will be posted to the Investor Relations section of Gannetts website, investors.gannett.com.
  • Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive.

Wyndham Rewards Named Best Hotel Loyalty Program for Fifth Consecutive Year by Readers of USA TODAY

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Friday, October 21, 2022
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Rewards®, the world's most generous guest rewards program spanning more than 50,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally, has once again been named best hotel loyalty program in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards while the Wyndham Rewards Earner® Card has been recognized as the best hotel credit card.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Rewards, the world's most generous guest rewards program spanning more than 50,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals globally, has once again been named best hotel loyalty program in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers' Choice Awards while the Wyndham Rewards Earner Card has been recognized as the best hotel credit card.
  • The accolades mark the fifth consecutive year Wyndham Rewards has taken the top spot in the Best Hotel Loyalty Program category and the fourth consecutive year Wyndham's credit card has been named Best Hotel Credit Card.
  • Wyndham Rewards' suite of credit cards includes the Wyndham Rewards EarnerCard, Wyndham Rewards Earner Plus Card and the Wyndham Rewards Earner Business Card,the first Wyndham credit card created specifically for small businesses.
  • Named the number one hotel rewards program by readers of USA TODAY, Wyndham Rewards is the world's most generous rewards program with more than 50,000 hotels, vacation club resorts and vacation rentals worldwide.

MEDIA AND ADVERTISING INDUSTRY VETERAN KEVIN GENTZEL NAMED GLOBAL CHIEF COMMERCIAL & GROWTH OFFICER OF NEWSWEEK

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Thursday, October 13, 2022
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NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dev Pragad, CEO of Newsweek, today announced the appointment of media and advertising industry leader Kevin Gentzel to the post of Global Chief Commercial and Growth Officer. In this new leadership team role, he will oversee the entire commercial business side of the operation, including direct sales and programmatic advertising programs, consumer and B2B events, the development of innovative digital marketing solutions, and other key revenue streams. Gentzel most recently served as Chief Revenue Officer at Gannett, where he led all advertising and marketing solutions revenue in North America, including USA TODAY, ReachLocal, and over 260 local news properties – responsible for over $1B in revenue. His deep expertise in media ad sales also includes leadership roles at Yahoo, The Washington Post, and Forbes Media. 

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  • Former Gannett CRO to Lead Commercial Business Across Advertising, Consumer, Events & Partnerships for Iconic News Brand
    NEW YORK, Oct. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Dev Pragad, CEO of Newsweek, today announced the appointment of media and advertising industry leader Kevin Gentzel to the post of Global Chief Commercial and Growth Officer.
  • His deep expertise in media ad sales also includes leadership roles at Yahoo, The Washington Post, and Forbes Media.
  • "I am excited to join the Newsweek executive team at this important point in the company's growth and digital transformation," said Gentzel.
  • I am really looking forward to expanding our commercial opportunities with consumers, partners, and advertisers Newsweek has so much potential for growth."

Wyndham's Meetings Collection Goes Global, Grows to Over 160 Hotels and Resorts

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Tuesday, October 11, 2022
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PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across more than 95 countries, today announced the global expansion of The Meetings Collection, which now includes over 160 hotels and resorts across the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.

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  • PARSIPPANY, N.J., Oct. 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, the world's largest hotel franchising company with approximately 9,000 hotels across more than 95 countries, today announced the global expansion of The Meetings Collection , which now includes over 160 hotels and resorts across the Americas, Asia, Europe, the Middle East and Africa.
  • A carefully curated collection of aspirational hotels and resorts in highly sought-after meetings destinations, The Meetings Collection caters to planners globally by putting their needs at the forefront, making it simple, easy and rewarding to organize multiple, multi-year meetings across a wide variety of hotels and brands.
  • "This growth, combined with the continued recovery of group travel, make now the right time to expand The Meetings Collection globally.
  • The above perks are available on qualified bookings at all U.S. hotels and resorts within The Meetings Collection.

Gannett Announces Ongoing Debt Repayment

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Wednesday, October 5, 2022
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Of the $55.0 million of debt repayment, $24.3 million was repaid in the third quarter of 2022.

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  • Of the $55.0 million of debt repayment, $24.3 million was repaid in the third quarter of 2022.
  • "Since the acquisition of legacy Gannett in November 2019, we have repaid over $585 million of debt, with $130 million repaid year to date in 2022.
  • We expect to continue optimizing our real estate and asset portfolio as we continue to aggressively pay down debt.
  • Gannett has a proven track record of strong fiscal management, and we are committed to unlocking value for shareholders while sustaining local journalism, said Michael Reed, Gannett Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.

Madison Realty Capital Originates $315.6 Million Loan for The Four Seasons Hotel and Residences in New Orleans

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Monday, September 19, 2022
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The 341-key Four Seasons hotel opened in July 2021 and is part of a mixed-use tower that includes 92 residential condominiums on the top floors.

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  • The 341-key Four Seasons hotel opened in July 2021 and is part of a mixed-use tower that includes 92 residential condominiums on the top floors.
  • Operated by the Four Seasons, the residences have a private entrance from the hotel and offer one- to three-bedroom units and four-bedroom penthouses.
  • Madison Realty Capital has significant experience investing in Four Seasons Hotels.
  • Notable transactions include a $210 million loan to Fort Partners for the construction of the Four Seasons Hotel and Private Residences Fort Lauderdale and $105 million loan to Fort Partners for the acquisition and modernization of the Four Seasons Hotel Miami.

Celebrating 40 Years of USA TODAY’s Groundbreaking Journalism

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Thursday, September 15, 2022
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USA TODAY , part of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI), today celebrates 40 years of impacting the media landscape with concise journalism that speaks to the nation.

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  • USA TODAY , part of Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI), today celebrates 40 years of impacting the media landscape with concise journalism that speaks to the nation.
  • First published on September 15, 1982, USA TODAY introduced audiences to a full-color, vibrant publication with infographics, approachable content and expert-driven digestible journalism.
  • USA TODAY has evolved over the last 40 years, and we will continue to pay homage to our past while innovating new ways to report and deliver news, said Nicole Carroll, President of News and Editor in Chief of USA TODAY.
  • USA TODAY has revamped the print publication, adding more of the most sought-after content and delivering readers a faster and more user-friendly experience.