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Release of “Tainan 400” Image Video, Embarking on Taiwan's Cultural Expedition Into the Next Century.

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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The Tainan City Government held a press conference on Dec. 7, unveiling the inaugural presentation of the "Past, Present, Surprise" image video.

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  • The Tainan City Government held a press conference on Dec. 7, unveiling the inaugural presentation of the "Past, Present, Surprise" image video.
  • This marked the official start of the "Tainan 400" celebration, welcoming locals and global travelers to explore Tainan and experience the ancient city's forward-looking innovations.
  • Culture, much like the crystallization of salt, plays a defining role in shaping Tainan's progression into Taiwan's esteemed cultural center.
  • It is also known for its culinary scene as well as a rich history in culture and religious activities.

The 5th World Media Summit (Yunnan, China) and the 2nd Yunnan International Communication Forum kicks off

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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More than 300 representatives of around 80 institutions, including media outlets, international organizations and think tanks, from nearly 30 countries and regions, gathered in Yunnan for the fifth World Media Summit and the second Yunnan International Communication Forum, which kicked off on December 5 in Kunming, the capital city of province Yunnan in southwest China.

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  • More than 300 representatives of around 80 institutions, including media outlets, international organizations and think tanks, from nearly 30 countries and regions, gathered in Yunnan for the fifth World Media Summit and the second Yunnan International Communication Forum, which kicked off on December 5 in Kunming, the capital city of province Yunnan in southwest China.
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    The 5th World Media Summit (Yunnan Branch) and the 2nd Yunnan International Communication Forum kicks off in Kunming on Dec. 5 (Photo: Business Wire)
    While the Kunming Initiative has been adopted at the opening of the summit on 5th Dec., a theme activity named “There is a lifestyle called Yunnan” has been launched, and the international communication hot words list has been released by the Chinese media Xinhuanet.
  • Yunnan is the most ethnically diverse province in China, with 25 hereditary ethnic minorities in addition to the Han Chinese.
  • Now, Yunnan is creating an ecologically green, colorful, harmonious, and happy, open and inclusive “There is a lifestyle called Yunnan."

Jon Platt to Receive GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons® Honor at the 2024 Pre-GRAMMY® Gala

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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Commended for his indisputable impact on the music business, Sony Music Publishing Chairman and CEO Jon Platt is the 2024 GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons® honoree.

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  • Commended for his indisputable impact on the music business, Sony Music Publishing Chairman and CEO Jon Platt is the 2024 GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons® honoree.
  • The Recording Academy® and Clive Davis will celebrate Platt’s achievements at the renowned Pre-GRAMMY® Gala on Sat, Feb. 3, 2024, the evening preceding the 66th Annual GRAMMY Awards®.
  • In 2005, he launched The Big Jon Platt Scholarship Program for college-bound students from his Denver community in Montbello.
  • For the past decade, the invitation-only Pre-GRAMMY Gala has included a presentation to honor industry luminaries through the Recording Academy's GRAMMY Salute To Industry Icons award.

Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey Announces the Return of 20th Annual Art, Beats + Lyrics Urban Art Showcase

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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“Art, Beats + Lyrics merges together two things that have the unique ability to connect people of all cultures, ages, and ethnicities -- music and art, ” says Keenan Harris, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey Brand Director. “For 20 years, Art, Beats + Lyrics has been creating unique art experiences that provide a platform for urban artists and musicians to showcase their artistic creativity.”

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  • Art, Beats + Lyrics, the national art and music tour presented by Jack Daniel's Tennessee Honey, is back for its 20th anniversary.
  • Launched in 2004 by Cult Creative as a local art show in Atlanta, Art, Beats + Lyrics provides a platform to celebrate art and hip-hop culture.
  • “Art, Beats + Lyrics merges together two things that have the unique ability to connect people of all cultures, ages, and ethnicities -- music and art, ” says Keenan Harris, Jack Daniel’s Tennessee Honey Brand Director.
  • “It’s amazing to think that we are celebrating our 20th year of highlighting the intersection between hip hop and visual art,” says Art, Beats + Lyrics founder Jabari Graham.

Ralph Lauren Presents First Artist in Residence Collaboration

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Ralph Lauren (NYSE:RL) today launched Polo Ralph Lauren x Naiomi Glasses, the inaugural collection of the Company’s Artist in Residence program, which invites artisans working with a variety of skillsets and mediums to participate in an immersive collaboration with Ralph Lauren’s creative teams.

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  • Ralph Lauren (NYSE:RL) today launched Polo Ralph Lauren x Naiomi Glasses, the inaugural collection of the Company’s Artist in Residence program, which invites artisans working with a variety of skillsets and mediums to participate in an immersive collaboration with Ralph Lauren’s creative teams.
  • Intentionally focused on the celebration and preservation of heritage craft, the Artist in Residence program is part of the Company’s broader efforts to shift from inspiration to collaboration with communities that have inspired Ralph Lauren.
  • The collaboration with Glasses, a seventh-generation Diné (Navajo) textile artist and weaver, is the first of more to come.
  • Ralph Lauren’s design ethos has long been inspired by the lands, cultures and artistry that make up the fabric of America.

120 East State Announces Major Milestone in Project to Transform Historic Downtown Church into Steeple Center For Arts and Culture

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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120 East State, the non-profit converting the historic First Presbyterian Church of Trenton (FPCT) complex in downtown Trenton, announced today that the New Jersey State Historic Trust awarded it $3 million to transform the 300-year-old site into the Steeple Center, a community-oriented performing arts center and space for nonprofit and for-profit entities to use.

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  • 120 East State, the non-profit converting the historic First Presbyterian Church of Trenton (FPCT) complex in downtown Trenton, announced today that the New Jersey State Historic Trust awarded it $3 million to transform the 300-year-old site into the Steeple Center, a community-oriented performing arts center and space for nonprofit and for-profit entities to use.
  • The New Jersey Historic Trust and the James Kerney Foundation each made 2022 early investments of $825,000 and $5,000 respectively.
  • 120 East State formed in 2022 to repurpose the church, on the National Historic Register, with its other buildings and grounds.
  • “This is a tremendous day for the Steeple Center and for the community it will serve here in the heart of Trenton,” Cherry Oakley, 120 East State Board President, said.

Art Basel Miami Beach 2023: UBS Announces Newly Commissioned Artwork by Jeffrey Gibson and Large-Scale Outdoor Video by Julianknxx

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Monday, December 4, 2023
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UBS , the Global Lead Partner of Art Basel, returns to Art Basel Miami Beach in 2023 with a range of dynamic presentations, including recent acquisitions from the UBS Art Collection, and a newly commissioned triptych painting by Jeffrey Gibson in the UBS Lounge.

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  • UBS , the Global Lead Partner of Art Basel, returns to Art Basel Miami Beach in 2023 with a range of dynamic presentations, including recent acquisitions from the UBS Art Collection, and a newly commissioned triptych painting by Jeffrey Gibson in the UBS Lounge.
  • Art Basel Miami Beach 2023 will take place from December 8 to 10 at the Miami Beach Convention Center (MBCC).
  • “2023 marks another year of UBS collaborating with forward-thinking artists and partners at Art Basel Miami Beach, underscoring our commitment to enriching the art experience for all,” said Mary Rozell, Global Head of the UBS Art Collection.
  • Expanding on its 2022 pilot program, UBS will once again partner with Art Basel to offer complimentary tickets for Art Basel Miami Beach to registered schools in Miami.

The Walt Disney Company Declares Cash Dividend of $0.30 Per Share

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors today announced a cash dividend of $0.30 per share in respect of the second half of fiscal year 2023, payable January 10, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 11, 2023.

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  • The Walt Disney Company (NYSE: DIS) Board of Directors today announced a cash dividend of $0.30 per share in respect of the second half of fiscal year 2023, payable January 10, 2024 to shareholders of record at the close of business on December 11, 2023.
  • “This has been a year of important progress for The Walt Disney Company, defined by a strategic restructuring and a renewed focus on long-term growth,” said Mark Parker, Chairman of the Board.
  • “As Disney moves forward with its key strategic objectives, we are pleased to declare a dividend for our shareholders while we continue to invest in the company’s future and prioritize meaningful value creation.”

L’Officiel Art and AMTD IDEA, in Partnership with ENVISEAM, Hosts an Exclusive VIP Event to Celebrate the Successful Collaboration between Christie’s and Jay Chou on this Autumn’s Post- Millennium Evening Sale

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023
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Meticulously handpicked by Jay Chou and Christie’s Hong Kong, this thematic auction featured a selection of extraordinary and pioneering works created after the millennium by talented avantgarde artists.

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  • Meticulously handpicked by Jay Chou and Christie’s Hong Kong, this thematic auction featured a selection of extraordinary and pioneering works created after the millennium by talented avantgarde artists.
  • This exclusive cocktail celebration becomes a nexus where sophistication converges with creativity, offering attendees an experience that encapsulates the blending of fine art, entertainment, and fashion.
  • AMTD WME comprises L’Officiel Inc. SAS, The Art Newspaper, DigFin, various movie and entertainment projects, and L’OfficielCoffee, forming a diverse business portfolio.
  • Further information regarding these and other risks is included in the filings of AMTD IDEA Group and/or AMTD Digital Inc. with the SEC.

Provided by Tourist Aichi Co., Ltd. Michelin Green Guide 2-star “Kobei Kiln” "New 'Yakimono' Experience Tour" held

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Friday, December 1, 2023
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Tourist Aichi Co., Ltd., a travel agency, will be holding an event called "New Pottery Experience Tour" where you can experience painting Mino ware from December 9th at Kobeigama Kiln in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture.

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  • Tourist Aichi Co., Ltd., a travel agency, will be holding an event called "New Pottery Experience Tour" where you can experience painting Mino ware from December 9th at Kobeigama Kiln in Tajimi City, Gifu Prefecture.
  • This press release features multimedia.
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    We have branded the "New Pottery Experience Tour" to make the existing "Minoyaki" pottery experience even more appealing by utilizing the anagama kiln, which is a resource of Tajimi City.
  • Targeting wealthy foreigners with an eye on inbound tourism, we aim to spread Japanese ceramic culture and increase local tourism consumption.