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Jones Soda teams up with Prime Video, Kilter Films and Bethesda Game Studios for Limited Edition "Nuka-Cola Victory" SPECIAL RELEASE Craft Soda to Celebrate the New Fallout® Series

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Friday, March 1, 2024

SEATTLE, March 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --   Jones Soda Co. (CSE: JSDA, OTCQB: JSDA), the original craft soda known for its great taste and user-submitted photo labels, today announced Fallout Nuka-Cola "Victory," a new SPECIAL RELEASE flavor in their rotating series in collaboration with Prime Video, Kilter Films and Bethesda Game Studios.

Key Points: 
  • Nuka-Cola Victory is inspired by the enormous fan demand for a flavor true to the video game series Fallout from Bethesda Game Studios.
  • Previously, Jones has partnered on a limited run of Nuka-Cola "Quantum" craft soda, an in-real-life (IRL) beverage based on the Fallout 4 game release.
  • Athena Wickham of Kilter Films also executive produces along with Todd Howard for Bethesda Game Studios and James Altman for Bethesda Softworks.
  • Amazon MGM Studios and Kilter Films produce in association with Bethesda Game Studios and Bethesda Softworks.

Tricon Residential Announces Receipt of Interim Order for Proposed Take Private by Blackstone Real Estate and Provides Details of Special Meeting

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Friday, February 16, 2024

The Interim Order authorizes the calling and holding of a special meeting on March 28, 2024 (the “Special Meeting”) of the holders of Common Shares (the “Company Shareholders”), the granting of dissent rights to registered Company Shareholders, and other matters relating to the conduct of the Special Meeting.

Key Points: 
  • The Interim Order authorizes the calling and holding of a special meeting on March 28, 2024 (the “Special Meeting”) of the holders of Common Shares (the “Company Shareholders”), the granting of dissent rights to registered Company Shareholders, and other matters relating to the conduct of the Special Meeting.
  • The Interim Order authorizes and orders that the Special Meeting be held on Thursday, March 28, 2024 at 10:00 a.m. (Toronto time) in virtual-only format via live audio webcast, including any adjournments or postponements thereof.
  • Details of the Special Meeting and how Company Shareholders or their duly appointed proxyholders can attend, access, participate in and vote at the Special Meeting are set out in the Circular.
  • Registered Company Shareholders and duly appointed proxyholders will be able to attend, participate and vote at the Special Meeting online.

Red Cross declares emergency blood shortage, calls for donations during National Blood Donor Month

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Monday, January 8, 2024

WASHINGTON, Jan. 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The American Red Cross is facing an emergency blood shortage as it experiences the lowest number of people giving blood in the last 20 years. Blood and platelet donations are needed now to help alleviate the shortage and ensure lifesaving medical procedures proceed without delay.

Key Points: 
  • Book now by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
  • BLOOD DONATION CHALLENGES Over the last 20 years, the number of people donating blood through the Red Cross has fallen by about 40%.
  • SPECIAL THANK YOU TO THOSE WHO COME TO GIVE The Red Cross and the National Football League (NFL) are partnering this January, during National Blood Donor Month, to urge individuals to kick off 2024 with a blood or platelet donation.
  • BLOOD DONATION ELIGIBILITY A blood donor card or driver's license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.

CITING THE MANY FDA ADVERSE EFFECTS TO KEYSTONE DENTAL - CHECK-CAP FOUNDER STRONGLY RECOMMENDS VOTING AGAINST THE KEYSTONE DENTAL MERGER ALSO RECOMMENDS VOTING FOR THE SYMETRYX BOARD NOMINEES

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Friday, December 8, 2023

This action by the FDA could potentially harm Keystone's business, financial condition and results of operations and, as a result, negatively impact your investment.

Key Points: 
  • This action by the FDA could potentially harm Keystone's business, financial condition and results of operations and, as a result, negatively impact your investment.
  • It is further worth noting  hundreds of adverse events have been reported by Keystone Dental on implants to the FDA every year from 2019 until today.
  • Symetryx is pleased to see that other stakeholders agree that the transaction with Keystone Dental DOES NOT provide the maximum value for shareholders.
  • We once again urge all shareholders to reject the Keystone transaction by voting AGAINST Proposal #1, the Keystone transaction, and to support the Symetryx Board nominees by voting FOR each.

Healthwell Acquisition Corp. I Announces Postponement of the Special Meeting of Stockholders to Approve the Proposed Business Combination with Starton Therapeutics, Inc. and Related Transactions

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

Key Points: 
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231023710486/en/
    The Company intends to schedule a new date for the postponed Meeting as soon as practicable.
  • The Company will issue a separate press release to announce the new Meeting date at least two business days before the new Meeting date.
  • Stockholders may continue to submit redemption requests prior to 5:00 p.m., Eastern Time, two business days prior to the vote at the rescheduled Meeting.
  • SEE THE SECTION OF THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS TITLED “SPECIAL MEETING OF THE STOCKHOLDERS — REDEMPTION RIGHTS” FOR MORE SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS.

HOUSING WORKS ANNOUNCES 20th ANNUAL "FASHION FOR ACTION" BENEFIT A FOUR-DAY DESIGNER SHOPPING EVENT IN-STORE & ONLINE SHOWCASING FASHION SUSTAINABILITY

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Wednesday, October 18, 2023

NEW YORK, Oct. 18, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Housing Works, a NYC non-profit organization that provides advocacy, support and lifesaving services to those impacted by homelessness and HIV/AIDS, will hold its 20th annual Fashion for Action fundraiser November 8-11, 2023. The 2023 event, dubbed (RE)Fashion for Action, will focus on sustainability by working with the fashion community to realize their goals through charitable donations that reduce waste while providing a positive impact on the environment and the community. The highly anticipated multi-day event kicks off on November 8, with an opening reception, followed by four-days of shopping featuring VIP and general admission ticketing options.  The sale is free and open to the public November 9-11.  The Housing Works Thrift Shop flagship location in Chelsea will host the in-store portion of the event with online shopping at the Housing Works eShop (https://eshop.housingworks.org/). All sale proceeds benefit Housing Works.

Key Points: 
  • The highly anticipated multi-day event kicks off on November 8, with an opening reception, followed by four-days of shopping featuring VIP and general admission ticketing options.
  • The Housing Works Thrift Shop flagship location in Chelsea will host the in-store portion of the event with online shopping at the Housing Works eShop ( https://eshop.housingworks.org/ ).
  • HOUSING WORKS’ HOSTS ANNUAL “FASHION FOR ACTION” BENEFIT, A DESIGNER SHOPPING EVENT SHOWCASING FASHION SUSTAINABILITY
    (RE)Fashion For Action will showcase an extraordinary array of brand-new designer merchandise marked 50-80% off retail prices, donated by the most recognized names in fashion as well as one-of-a-kind pieces from our favorite style icons, celebrities, and influencers.
  • Proceeds from (RE)Fashion for Action support Housing Works' ongoing advocacy and integrated services including trailblazing work to address HIV/AIDS and homelessness.

Healthwell Acquisition Corp. I Announces New Meeting Date for the Special Meeting of Stockholders to Approve Proposed Business Combination With Starton Therapeutics, Inc. and Related Transactions

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Tuesday, October 17, 2023

I (“Healthwell,” “HWEL” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HWEL) announced today that it has postponed the date of the special meeting of the Company’s stockholders (the “Meeting”) to approve its proposed business combination with Starton Therapeutics, Inc. (“Starton”) and related transactions from the originally scheduled date of October 19, 2023.

Key Points: 
  • I (“Healthwell,” “HWEL” or the “Company”) (NASDAQ: HWEL) announced today that it has postponed the date of the special meeting of the Company’s stockholders (the “Meeting”) to approve its proposed business combination with Starton Therapeutics, Inc. (“Starton”) and related transactions from the originally scheduled date of October 19, 2023.
  • The new Meeting time and date will be 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time on October 25, 2023 and will be held virtually.
  • No changes have been made in the Proposals to be voted on by stockholders at the adjourned portion of the Meeting.
  • SEE THE SECTION OF THE PROXY STATEMENT/PROSPECTUS TITLED “SPECIAL MEETING OF THE STOCKHOLDERS — REDEMPTION RIGHTS” FOR MORE SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS.

Jones Soda Releases New Special Edition Orange Chocolate Flavor

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Tuesday, October 3, 2023

SEATTLE, Oct. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Jones Soda Co. (CSE: JSDA, OTCQB: JSDA) ("Jones Soda'' or the "Company"), the original craft soda known for its unconventional flavors and user-submitted label artwork, has today announced the release of Orange Chocolate Soda, its latest SPECIAL RELEASE soda available now at retail outlets nationwide and JonesSoda.com.

Key Points: 
  • Adding to its legacy of creating unique and innovatively boundary-pushing flavors, Jones Orange Chocolate Soda combines the sweet, tangy flavor of fresh oranges with rich, crave-worthy chocolate for its latest entry into the company's popular Special Release Flavor series.
  • And if the excitement of this innovative new flavor isn't enough, Jones Orange Chocolate Soda also features specially themed labels that unlock access to exclusive video content created by Jones consumers through its REEL Labels platform.
  • "Jones leads the soda category with our signature Special Release flavors that perfectly complement our core craft soda offerings," said David Knight, CEO of Jones Soda.
  • For more information about Jones' Orange Chocolate special edition flavor or where to buy, visit www.jonessoda.com .

SYMETRYX OPPOSES CHEK CAP/KEYSTONE MERGER, WILL EVALUATE OPTIONS TO STOP TRANSACTION

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Friday, September 22, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Symetryx Corporation ("Symetryx") announces that it has reviewed the filings between CHECK-CAP Ltd. ("Check-Cap") and Keystone Dental Holdings, Inc. ("Keystone Dental") and does not feel that this transaction is the best opportunity for shareholder value.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Symetryx Corporation ("Symetryx") announces that it has reviewed the filings between CHECK-CAP Ltd. ("Check-Cap") and Keystone Dental Holdings, Inc. ("Keystone Dental") and does not feel that this transaction is the best opportunity for shareholder value.
  • Symetryx does not believe that a merger with Keystone Dental is in the best interest of Check-Cap shareholders, and we intend to strongly oppose this merger.
  • OUR VIEWS ARE BASED ON OUR OWN ANALYSES OF PUBLICLY AVAILABLE INFORMATION AND ASSUMPTIONS WE BELIEVE TO BE REASONABLE.
  • WE MAY SELL SOME OR ALL OF OUR CHECK-CAP SHARES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.

SYMETRYX OPPOSES CHEK CAP/KEYSTONE MERGER, WILL EVALUATE OPTIONS TO STOP TRANSACTION

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Thursday, September 21, 2023

TORONTO, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Symetryx Corporation ("Symetryx") announces that it has reviewed the filings between CHECK-CAP Ltd. ("Check-Cap") and Keystone Dental Holdings, Inc. ("Keystone Dental") and does not feel that this transaction is the best opportunity for shareholder value.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, Sept. 21, 2023 /PRNewswire/ - Today, Symetryx Corporation ("Symetryx") announces that it has reviewed the filings between CHECK-CAP Ltd. ("Check-Cap") and Keystone Dental Holdings, Inc. ("Keystone Dental") and does not feel that this transaction is the best opportunity for shareholder value.
  • Symetryx does not believe that a merger with Keystone Dental is in the best interest of Check-Cap shareholders, and we intend to strongly oppose this merger.
  • OUR VIEWS ARE BASED ON OUR OWN ANALYSES OF PUBLICLY AVAILABLE INFORMATION AND ASSUMPTIONS WE BELIEVE TO BE REASONABLE.
  • WE MAY SELL SOME OR ALL OF OUR CHECK-CAP SHARES AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE.