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INTRODUCING THE GRAND MARGARITA SUMMER ENCOUNTER BY GRAND MARNIER®

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

NEW YORK, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Marnier® introduces the Grand Margarita Summer Encounter, a one-of-a-kind, unexpected cabana experience that brings together touches of the brand's French heritage and the iconic, bold flavors of the Grand Margarita cocktail for an elevated poolside soirée.          

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  • Experience Grand Marnier's unexpected blend of cognac and orange liqueur, tailor-made for a Grand Encounter
    NEW YORK, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Grand Marnier® introduces the Grand Margarita Summer Encounter, a one-of-a-kind, unexpected cabana experience that brings together touches of the brand's French heritage and the iconic, bold flavors of the Grand Margarita cocktail for an elevated poolside soirée.
  • Yet beginning this May, consumers will have the opportunity to sign up for a luxurious Grand Margarita Summer Encounter in both Los Angeles and Miami via ResortPass.com all summer long.
  • Andrea Sengara, Vice President of Marketing for Campari, U.S. says "The Grand Margarita Summer Encounter program celebrates Grand Marnier's history of bringing together two unexpected elements to create something Grand.
  • From May 16th to August 20th, sign up to take part in the Grand Margarita Summer Encounter for an experience to remember with Grand Marnier!

LG Chem Targets Sixfold Sales Growth in Battery Materials to KRW 30 Trillion by 2030

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

SEOUL, South Korea, May 15, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LG Chem today announced its business strategy to leap up to become a top global battery materials company and its plans for its three new growth engines by 2030.

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  • LG Chem CEO Shin Hak-cheol said in a keynote speech at the BofA 2023 Korea & Global EV/EV Battery conference held at the Grand Hyatt Seoul on May 16, that LG Chem aims to grow its battery materials sales sixfold to KRW 30 trillion (USD 25.5 billion) by 2030, from KRW 4.7 trillion (USD 3.9 billion) in 2022.
  • Breaking Through the Global Industry Transformation Era with Battery Materials, Sustainability Business and Innovative New Drugs
    LG Chem plans to leap forward as the world's leading battery materials provider with KRW 30 trillion (USD 25.5 billion) in sales by 2030, backed by a compound annual growth rate of 26%.
  • LG Chem will also actively promote R&D efforts in new materials including pure silicon anode materials and solid-state battery electrolytes.
  • Moreover, LG Chem targets to boost sales in this sector to KRW 8 trillion (USD 6.8 billion) by 2030 from KRW 1.9 trillion (USD 1.6 billion) in 2022.

Australia now has its own grand mosque: a brief history of how these buildings fold into the urban landscape

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Grand mosques mark the urban space of major historical cities such as Mecca, Medina, Cordoba and Tunis.

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  • Grand mosques mark the urban space of major historical cities such as Mecca, Medina, Cordoba and Tunis.
  • The notion of a “grand mosque” has been shaped by the location of the mosque, its scale and its historical importance.
  • But what makes a grand mosque “grand”?

Building the grand mosques

    • This charitable act was an important legacy, and mosques were also a reflection of the powers of dynasties.
    • But mosques also provided civic, educational and cultural spaces to provide for extensive community involvement.
    • The Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque in Abu Dhabi is a centre of science and knowledge which can accommodate 40,000 worshippers.
    • Through a combination of scale and architectural design, these grand mosques make their mark in the urban landscape.

An Australian grand mosque

    • The first mosque in Australia was completed in 1882 in Maree, 600 kilometres north of Adelaide.
    • Now, Australia has its own grand mosque.
    • Melbourne’s Grand Mosque opened its doors last year.
    • The community wanted to make a grand architectural statement which would meet the spiritual and social needs of Australia’s Muslim community.

A mosque for the community

    • The grand mosque of today is about community: their involvement in the design processes and its openness as a hub for diverse communities of the 21st century.
    • Today, the realisation of a grand mosque such as the one in Melbourne transforms the idea of “grand” to a level of social interaction and community aspirations.

Asian American Youth Raise Awareness On Mental Health at Second-Annual Long Beach Exhibition, Open Till Aug. 31

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Friday, May 5, 2023

May is both AAPI Heritage and Mental Health Awareness month, making it the ideal time to talk about the struggles the AAPI community – and especially Asian kids and teens – experience with mental health.

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  • May is both AAPI Heritage and Mental Health Awareness month, making it the ideal time to talk about the struggles the AAPI community – and especially Asian kids and teens – experience with mental health.
  • Historically, the AAPI community has been less inclined to speak openly about mental health challenges.
  • This year’s contest encouraged students to explore how they can establish healthy self-journeys regarding mental health.
  • “The student submissions provide insight into the internal battle that many in the AAPI community face regarding mental health,” shared Millie Liao, founder of Youth Against Hate .

Mesabi Trail: The Untapped Cycling Heaven of Minnesota's Iconic North

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Monday, May 1, 2023

The trail consists of four segments—Mississippi (Grand Rapids–Nashwauk), Mesabi (Nashwauk–Gilbert), Laurentian (Gilbert–Tower), and Vermilion (Tower–Ely).

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  • The trail consists of four segments—Mississippi (Grand Rapids–Nashwauk), Mesabi (Nashwauk–Gilbert), Laurentian (Gilbert–Tower), and Vermilion (Tower–Ely).
  • Each segment offers different natural and manmade landscapes—from glacial lakes to active mines, hardwood forests to pines, and wetlands to rock cuts.
  • Reserve lodging as your home base for out-and-back cycling or arrange for a one-way return trip using the Mesabi Trail Shuttle Service.
  • The Mesabi Trail is located in northern Minnesota—running from Grand Rapids to Ely.

TrueCare Opens Older Adult Health Center in North San Diego County, Delivering Personalized Whole-Person Care

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Tuesday, April 11, 2023

SAN MARCOS, Calif., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueCare, a nonprofit community health center serving North San Diego and South Riverside Counties, has opened the TrueCare Older Adult Health Center in West San Marcos. The new location is designed to provide a unique care experience for treating adults aged 50-plus with complex and chronic health conditions. 

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  • SAN MARCOS, Calif., April 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- TrueCare , a nonprofit community health center serving North San Diego and South Riverside Counties, has opened the TrueCare Older Adult Health Center in West San Marcos.
  • TrueCare's Older Adult Health Center is a progressive step towards addressing the county's growing older adult population.
  • For over 50 years, TrueCare has been caring for older adults through their primary care and adult medicine services across the community health center's clinics.
  • The Older Adult Health Center augments TrueCare's capacity for serving more seniors – a majority who are on Medicare – with quality, compassionate, and culturally sensitive care.

Nordstrom Rack Sets Opening Date at The Terrace at Hamilton Place in Chattanooga, Tennessee

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

The 24,000 square-foot store will be Nordstrom Rack’s third location in the state and the fourth Nordstrom concept in Tennessee.

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  • The 24,000 square-foot store will be Nordstrom Rack’s third location in the state and the fourth Nordstrom concept in Tennessee.
  • “We are thrilled to celebrate the opening of Nordstrom Rack at The Terrace at Hamilton Place,” said Stephen Lebovitz, chief executive officer, CBL Properties.
  • “Nordstrom Rack is a perfect complement to the existing tenant mix at Hamilton Place and the surrounding campus.
  • Nordstrom Rack is located at 2100 Hamilton Place Boulevard next to Ulta Beauty, Academy Sports + Outdoors, DSW, and Old Navy.

SCO CELEBRATES FORMAL OWNERSHIP OF LANDMARK HBC BUILDING AS HISTORIC ACT OF RECONCILIATION TAKES NEXT STEP

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

"The formal transfer of the HBC building to SCO on the Wehwehneh Bahgahkinahgohn project is a monumental moment for southern First Nations," stated SCO Grand Chief Jerry Daniels.

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  • "The formal transfer of the HBC building to SCO on the Wehwehneh Bahgahkinahgohn project is a monumental moment for southern First Nations," stated SCO Grand Chief Jerry Daniels.
  • "HBC is incredibly proud to advance our journey with SCO and reach this milestone, where we officially transfer ownership of the building," said Richard Baker, Governor, HBC.
  • SCO is aiming to reopen the building in November 2026, the same month the building turns 100 years old.
  • Visit SCO's website for more details and to view the new images that provide a visual for SCO's vision for the historic transformation of the HBC building.

World Parkinson Coalition Announces Top 12 Videos in WPC 2023 Video Competition - Voting now begins for People's Choice Award

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Tuesday, March 21, 2023

NEW YORK, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World Parkinson Coalition ® announces Top 12 Videos for the WPC 2023 Video Competition. These selected videos collectively capture what many with Parkinson's feel every day as they live with this disease, enabling viewers to visually, intellectually, and emotionally walk in their shoes. Moreover, the 12 videos inspire, encourage, educate and reassures that one can live life to the fullest when living with Parkinson's disease.

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  • NEW YORK, March 21, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- World Parkinson Coalition ® announces Top 12 Videos for the WPC 2023 Video Competition .
  • Moreover, the 12 videos inspire, encourage, educate and reassures that one can live life to the fullest when living with Parkinson's disease.
  • Voting for the People's Choice Award, chosen from among the Top 12 Videos, is now open and closes on April 20, 2023.
  • WPC 2023 announce and show these two winning videos at the WPC 2023 Opening Ceremonies at the International Barcelona Convention Center on July 4, 2023.

The Coca-Cola Company Signs on as Founding Sponsor of the QSR Evolution Conference and NextGen Restaurant Summit

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Thursday, March 9, 2023

WTWH Media, LLC, has announced that the Coca-Cola Company will be the Founding Sponsor of the QSR Evolution Conference and NextGen Restaurant Summit.

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  • WTWH Media, LLC, has announced that the Coca-Cola Company will be the Founding Sponsor of the QSR Evolution Conference and NextGen Restaurant Summit.
  • The QSR Evolution Conference, which is presented by QSR, is the only event that focuses solely on the needs of quick-service restaurant operators.
  • The NextGen Restaurant Summit, which is presented by FSR, serves as a connecting point for the NextGen and emerging full-service restaurant brands that are defining the future of full-service restaurants.
  • “We are thrilled to welcome Coca-Cola as the Founding Sponsor of our events,” said Greg Sanders, Group Publisher of QSR and FSR.