Mars

Sidus Space Awarded a 5 Year, $10 Million Ceiling (IDIQ) Commercial Contract to Support Commercial Lunar Transportation

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) (the “Company” or “Sidus”), a multi-faceted Space and Data-as-a-Service company, today announced it has been awarded an Indefinite-Delivery/ Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide services to a US owned company in support of their commercial lunar program.

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  • Sidus Space (NASDAQ: SIDU) (the “Company” or “Sidus”), a multi-faceted Space and Data-as-a-Service company, today announced it has been awarded an Indefinite-Delivery/ Indefinite-Quantity (IDIQ) contract to provide services to a US owned company in support of their commercial lunar program.
  • Sidus will be supporting a lunar transportation, infrastructure and exploration services company with Program Management, Flight Software, Command & Data Handling (C&DH), Electrical and Thermal support services.
  • A commercial lunar platform includes everything from payload integration and operations, to launching from Earth and landing on the surface of the Moon.
  • Carol Craig, Sidus Space Founder and CEO, said, “We understand the importance of lunar missions.

ETHEL M® CHOCOLATES CELEBRATES THE SEASON WITH NEW COLLECTIONS, FLAVORS AND PIECES

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Monday, November 6, 2023

HENDERSON, Nev., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Ethel M® Chocolates, proudly part of Mars, sweetens the holiday season with new and limited-edition collections and flavors, bringing back seasonal favorites and delighting chocolate aficionados everywhere.

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  • HENDERSON, Nev., Nov. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Ethel M® Chocolates, proudly part of Mars, sweetens the holiday season with new and limited-edition collections and flavors, bringing back seasonal favorites and delighting chocolate aficionados everywhere.
  • Whether it is for a friend, a loved one, or yourself, Ethel M Chocolates make for a unique and coveted gift.
  • Custom Chocolate Box: Gift Ethel M Chocolates' custom chocolate box and choose from over 40 different delicious chocolates, creating a unique and special holiday gift.
  • "Forrest Mars, Sr., founded Ethel M Chocolates over forty years ago, offering a unique, small-batch chocolate experience based in the Mojave Desert," said Lisa Vannerson, Creative & Media Director, Ethel M Chocolates.

Acquia Flagship Event to Focus on AI and Accessibility as Differentiators for IT and Marketing Pros Building Digital Experiences

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Acquia , the digital experience leader, brings its signature event, Acquia Engage , to Boston on November 14 and 15.

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  • Acquia , the digital experience leader, brings its signature event, Acquia Engage , to Boston on November 14 and 15.
  • Designed for digital innovators, Acquia Engage Boston features keynotes, sessions, and workshops, with a focus on AI and product innovations that deliver strong return on investment.
  • This year’s two-day agenda includes detailed guidance and thought-provoking presentations for marketers, web designers and developers, IT operations teams, and practitioners.
  • Acquia thanks our Engage Boston sponsors:
    For more information and to register for the event, visit: https://www.acquia.com/engage/boston
    For more details on the Digital Freedom Tour, visit: https://www.acquia.com/engage

Rocket Lab Welcomes Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno to Board of Directors

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced that retired U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors.

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  • Rocket Lab USA, Inc. (Nasdaq: RKLB) (“Rocket Lab” or “the Company”), a global leader in launch services and space systems, today announced that retired U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno has been appointed to the Company’s Board of Directors.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231101066773/en/
    Newly appointed Rocket Lab board member and retired U.S. Space Force Lt. Gen. Nina Armagno (Photo: Business Wire)
    Lt. Gen. Armagno joins the Rocket Lab Board after serving more than 35 years in leadership positions for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Space Force.
  • “Nina has an accomplished background in space operations and national defense as part of her distinguished military career and we're thrilled to have her bring this wealth of knowledge to Rocket Lab,” said Rocket Lab founder and CEO Peter Beck.
  • Founded in 2006, Rocket Lab is an end-to-end space company with an established track record of mission success.

SmartCow Mars Receives 2023 IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award from IoT Evolution World

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Friday, November 3, 2023

ST. JULIAN'S, Malta, Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartCow announced today that Mars has received a 2023 IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award from IoT Evolution World , the leading web site covering the Internet of Things (IoT) marketplace.

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  • ST. JULIAN'S, Malta, Nov. 3, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SmartCow announced today that Mars has received a 2023 IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award from IoT Evolution World , the leading web site covering the Internet of Things (IoT) marketplace.
  • "The solutions selected for the IoT Evolution Edge Computing Excellence Award reflect innovation driving the fast-growing Internet of Things marketplace.
  • "It is my pleasure to recognize Mars, an innovative solution that earned SmartCow the 2023 IoT Evolution Edge Computing Excellence Award," said Rich Tehrani, CEO, TMC .
  • 2023 IoT Edge Computing Excellence Award from IoT Evolution World highlights SmartCow's contributions in edge AI and the smart city landscape and Mars is a testimony to their commitment in driving innovations to the market.

MARS IS MIXING UP THE HOLIDAY SEASON WITH FIRST-EVER NEW DIGITAL EXPERIENCE - THE M&M'S® FLAVOR REMIX

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

NEWARK, N.J., Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- This holiday season, M&M'S®, proudly part of Mars, is offering an array of gifting options that are festive, fun and full of flavor. For the first time ever, the brand is bringing its fan-favorite in-store experience – Flavor ReMix – online to MMS.com. The perfect gift for everyone on your list, the innovative digital experience will give fans the chance to mix and match a custom blend of up to three M&M'S flavors and more in a gift jar or 2lb bulk candy bag. Brand fans and M&M'S gifters can mix favorites such as Caramel Cold Brew, Dark Chocolate Peanut, Fudge Brownie and Classic Milk Chocolate in their personalized combination.

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  • For the first time ever, the brand is bringing its fan-favorite in-store experience – Flavor ReMix – online to MMS.com.
  • "We decided to recreate the incredible color-wall of M&M'S from our Mars stores in a digital version with Flavor ReMix on MMS.com so we can reach more fans and inspire more moments of everyday happiness during the holiday season."
  • In addition to the Flavor ReMix, the brand is launching its annual Holiday Gift Guide on MMS.com.
  • New festive treats of the season also include M&M'S Minis Brownie Brittle, M&M'S Chocolate Bark and M&M'S Minis Hot Chocolate Bomb.

AARP and the Ad Council Launch New PSA Campaign 'This Is Pretirement'

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Thursday, November 2, 2023

WASHINGTON , Nov. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- According to a new AARP survey, more than 1 in 5 (22%) adults have no retirement savings. Nearly 2 in 3 (64%) are worried that they will not have enough money to last in their later years. Today, AARP and the Ad Council launched "This Is Pretirement," a new, fully integrated campaign that encourages those thinking about retirement to plan for their financial future.

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  • Today, AARP and the Ad Council launched "This Is Pretirement," a new, fully integrated campaign that encourages those thinking about retirement to plan for their financial future.
  • said Michelle Hillman, Chief Campaign Development Officer at the Ad Council.
  • Since its July 2017 launch, AARP and the Ad Council's overarching "Saving for Retirement" campaign has received over $146 million in donated media support.
  • As a trusted source for news and information, AARP produces the nation's largest circulation publications, AARP The Magazine and AARP Bulletin.

Royal Canin Teams Up with Greater Good Charities and Cat Advocate Hannah Shaw to Celebrate National Shelter Appreciation Week

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Wednesday, November 1, 2023

ST. CHARLES, Mo., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Canin U.S., a division of Mars, Incorporated and leader in pet health nutrition, is partnering with Greater Good Charities and Kitten Lady Hannah Shaw to celebrate National Shelter Appreciation Week. Starting today, individuals can submit their local shelter for the chance to win a $1,000 grant, courtesy of Royal Canin; 20 shelters will benefit from this initiative.

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  • Contest now open via 'Enter Your Shelter' entry form through Wednesday, November 8, 2023
    ST. CHARLES, Mo., Nov. 1, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Royal Canin U.S., a division of Mars, Incorporated and leader in pet health nutrition, is partnering with Greater Good Charities and Kitten Lady Hannah Shaw to celebrate National Shelter Appreciation Week.
  • Starting today, individuals can submit their local shelter for the chance to win a $1,000 grant, courtesy of Royal Canin; 20 shelters will benefit from this initiative.
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    "Greater Good Charities is dedicated to addressing unmet needs for pets, which is why we are thrilled to be partnering with Royal Canin to celebrate National Shelter Appreciation Week," said Liz Baker, CEO, Greater Good Charities.
  • Entrants agree to release and hold harmless GGC and Royal Canin and their directors, officers, employees, agents, and licensees, and agree to abide by all decisions of GGC and Royal Canin.

GM Sectec Ranked #30 for Managed Security Service Providers of 2023

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Tuesday, October 31, 2023

SAN JUAN, PR and MIAMI, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GM Sectec, a global leader in cybersecurity, has been included in the list of the Top 250 MSSPs for 2023, made by MSSP Alert, an entity that recognizes the top Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP), Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Security Operations Center as a Service (SOCaaS) around the world. This marks the seventh year in a row that GM Sectec has earned this recognition, and the #30 ranking is a significant improvement of 127 positions from the previous year.

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  • SAN JUAN, PR and MIAMI, Oct. 31, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- GM Sectec, a global leader in cybersecurity, has been included in the list of the Top 250 MSSPs for 2023, made by MSSP Alert, an entity that recognizes the top Managed Security Service Providers (MSSP), Managed Detection and Response (MDR) and Security Operations Center as a Service (SOCaaS) around the world.
  • The rankings are based on MSSP Alert 2023's reader survey combined with the digital media site's global editorial coverage of managed security service providers.
  • The fifth annual list and research report tracks the growth and evolution of the managed security services market.
  • The list of the top 250 IT security service providers and associated report can be found here: https://www.msspalert.com/top-250-2023

Defender Pharmaceuticals Announces Collaboration with NASA on Two Phase 2 Clinical Trials Investigating DPI-386’s Ability to Mitigate G-transition Induced Motion Sickness and Enhance Sensorimotor Performance

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Tuesday, October 24, 2023

First study evaluates DPI-386 alone and in combination with sensory augmentation to effectively mitigate motion sickness and improve task performance, in comparison to placebo.

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  • First study evaluates DPI-386 alone and in combination with sensory augmentation to effectively mitigate motion sickness and improve task performance, in comparison to placebo.
  • Second study evaluates the feasibility and efficacy of administering DPI-386 in operational field settings, with both astronaut and ground-control subjects, when exposed to provocative motion.
  • Both trials are being led by primary investigator Scott J Wood, PhD of NASA, and Neuroscience Laboratory Principal Investigator.
  • As the only clinical pharmacologist at NASA, Dr. Putcha was responsible for directing and conducting the research and development program for optimizing pharmacotherapeutics in space.