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Yunkang Announces 2023 Annual Results, Revenue Reaches RMB892 Million

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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HONG KONG, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Yunkang Group Limited ("Yunkang" or the "Group"; Stock Code: 2325), a leading medical operation services provider in China, has announced its annual results for the year ended December 31, 2023 (the "Reporting Period"). In 2023, the Group continued to expand its business network and services across the country, the Group's revenue reached RMB891.5 million. The Group's routine testing business achieved a healthy and steady year-on-year growth of 26.9% during the Reporting Period. Due to enhanced operational and management capabilities and improved cost control, the overall gross profit margin remained stable at 36.5%. The Group further improved its operational and management capabilities and strengthened its cash flow management, resulting in a significant improvement in net cash generated from operating activities as compared with last year. As at December 31, 2023, the Group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to RMB1,244.1 million. The Board of Directors resolved to recommend the payment of a final dividend of HK$0.02 per share for the year ended December 31, 2023. 

Key Points: 
  • In 2023, the Group continued to expand its business network and services across the country, the Group's revenue reached RMB891.5 million.
  • As at December 31, 2023, the Group's cash and cash equivalents amounted to RMB1,244.1 million.
  • The Board of Directors resolved to recommend the payment of a final dividend of HK$0.02 per share for the year ended December 31, 2023.
  • During the Reporting Period, the Group's investment in R&D amounted to RMB55.3 million, which increased as a percentage of operating revenue to 6.2% for the year ended December 31, 2023.

Sun Life names Timothy Deacon as Chief Financial Officer

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Monday, March 25, 2024
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TORONTO, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX: SLF) (NYSE: SLF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Timothy (Tim) Deacon as Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, reporting to Kevin Strain, President and CEO, Sun Life, effective April 8, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ - Sun Life Financial Inc. (TSX: SLF) (NYSE: SLF) is pleased to announce the appointment of Timothy (Tim) Deacon as Executive Vice-President and Chief Financial Officer, reporting to Kevin Strain, President and CEO, Sun Life, effective April 8, 2024.
  • Mr. Singh will continue in his role as President of Sun Life Asia and as CFO until Mr. Deacon assumes his new role.
  • Mr. Deacon joins Sun Life most recently from a large pension plan with an extensive global footprint where he was the Chief Financial Officer and led a global finance function including financial management and reporting, taxation, financial operations, enterprise planning, asset valuation, procurement and sustainability reporting.
  • As CFO, Mr. Deacon will have responsibility for Sun Life's Finance organization including Finance, Tax, Capital Management, Investor Relations and strategic financial initiatives.

LENNAR DEBUTS DANIA PRESERVE, A NEW HOME COMMUNITY OFFERING SPACIOUS TOWNHOMES JUST MINUTES FROM WHITE-SAND BEACH

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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DANIA BEACH, Fla., March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennar, one of the nation's leading homebuilders, today announced the debut of the Dania Preserve community of new townhomes with great onsite amenities and an ideal location near the beach in Dania Beach, FL.

Key Points: 
  • DANIA BEACH, Fla., March 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lennar, one of the nation's leading homebuilders, today announced the debut of the Dania Preserve community of new townhomes with great onsite amenities and an ideal location near the beach in Dania Beach, FL.
  • Totaling 67 homes, Dania Preserve offers three modern two-story townhome designs ranging from 1,689 to 1,854 square feet with three bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths and two-car garages.
  • At Dania Preserve, easy-care mica countertops , stainless steel appliances and a host of other carefully curated interior touches and designer fixtures.
  • For more information on these new home opportunities, call 888-215-7581 or visit the community website or www.lennar.com .

Star Wars™ 'March to May the 4th' kicks off in New York City, delights fans with new products and a stunning light show

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Friday, March 22, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 21, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Star Wars March to May the 4th campaign began today with new product announcements including toys, apparel, accessories, collectibles and more. The march started with a takeover of the iconic Empire State Building that included a lighting ceremony, fan experiences, window displays and more — culminating in a showstopping dynamic light show displayed on the façade of the world-famous New York landmark.

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  • The takeover of the Empire State Building includes interactive photo moments, which highlight new Star Wars consumer products in window and observatory deck displays.
  • On the iconic 86th Floor Observatory , Star Wars fans can pose with a life-size Funko POP!
  • Additionally, Hasbro and Amazon have teamed up to create a Star Wars experience with something for every Star Wars fan on the first floor of the Empire State Building.
  • Star Wars Celebration 2025: Star Wars Celebration, the Ultimate Star Wars Fan Event, is taking place April 18-20, 2025, in Japan.

NASA's Curious Universe Podcast Unveils New Sun + Eclipse Series

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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Ahead of the total solar eclipse in April, NASA's Sun + Eclipse Series will focus on the sphere full of swirling magnetic fields and explosions of hot gases.

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  • Ahead of the total solar eclipse in April, NASA's Sun + Eclipse Series will focus on the sphere full of swirling magnetic fields and explosions of hot gases.
  • The series is part of NASA's Curious Universe podcast.
  • NASA's Sun + Eclipse Series is now available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts , Google Podcasts , and Soundcloud .
  • Curious Universe is written and produced by a team at the agency's Goddard Space Flight Center in Greenbelt, Maryland.

Divi Resorts Makes Spring Travel a Breeze With up to 35% off Caribbean Getaways

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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CHAPEL HILL, N.C., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Spring is on the horizon and so are sizzling travel deals! Divi Resorts is kicking off the season with an offer that's sure to ignite wanderlust in travelers seeking the perfect room-only or all-inclusive Caribbean escape. From now until May 2, 2024, vacationers can jet off to the sun-drenched islands of Aruba, Barbados, Bonaire, St. Croix, and St. Maarten for 25, 30, or 35% less!

Key Points: 
  • CHAPEL HILL, N.C., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Spring is on the horizon and so are sizzling travel deals!
  • Divi Resorts is kicking off the season with an offer that's sure to ignite wanderlust in travelers seeking the perfect room-only or all-inclusive Caribbean escape.
  • This is just in time for Divi Little Bay Beach Resort's highly anticipated 30th birthday celebration of Gizmo, also known as the Divi Diva.
  • Divi Resorts offers room-only and all-inclusive vacations with three convenient ways for travelers to pay for their vacation.

Dow Jones and Columbia Journalism School Announce London Expansion of HBCU Media Collective

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow Jones, a global provider of news and business information, and Columbia Journalism School today announced the expansion of the annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Media Collective. Now in its second year, the HBCU Media Collective has added an international component to boost students' awareness of global opportunities while enhancing newsroom diversity and promoting financial literacy for participating students.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Dow Jones, a global provider of news and business information, and Columbia Journalism School today announced the expansion of the annual Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU) Media Collective.
  • "Our continued partnership with Dow Jones offers a dynamic, transformative opportunity to a second cohort of students," said Dr. Jelani Cobb, Dean of the Columbia Journalism School.
  • "The expansion of the HBCU Media Collective underscores the shared commitment we have with Columbia in developing bespoke learning opportunities to identify and mentor the next generation of aspiring journalists," said Brent Jones, SVP of Training, Culture & Community at Dow Jones.
  • The HBCU Media Collective is one of many opportunities Dow Jones offers to encourage careers in financial journalism and as part of its commitment to building an even stronger workplace culture.

The Op Games Launches New Version of MONOPOLY®: The Beatles Edition

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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CARLSBAD, Calif., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Op Games, the board game and puzzle publisher behind iconic licensed games and best-selling party games Telestrations®, Blank Slate™, and Hues and Cues™, today launched a revamped version of a classic board game to commemorate the most influential band of all time with MONOPOLY®: The Beatles Edition. Under license by leading toy and game company Hasbro, the new game brings one of the world's largest pioneers of the music industry back to the tabletop to celebrate 60 years since the band first landed in the United States. The Deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles' North American licensing agent.

Key Points: 
  • The Deal was brokered by Bravado International, The Beatles' North American licensing agent.
  • "The Beatles are a household name, well-known by fans of all ages, even six decades later," said Dane Chapin, CEO of The Op Games.
  • "Listening Parties" take the place of the game's traditional "Houses," with "Concerts" as the classic "Hotels", all paid for with the game's custom Beatles money.
  • MONOPOLY®: The Beatles Edition (MSRP: $44.99) is available now on The Op Games' website.

First Watch Brings Sun-Kissed Flavors to Spring Menu

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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BRADENTON, Fla., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The tropics are just a sip away at First Watch as the leader in breakfast, brunch and lunch unveils its newest seasonal menu, packed full of flavors brimming with island flair. The five limited-time, chef-curated offerings – featuring ingredients like Cajun shrimp, caramelized pineapple and coconut – are available at restaurants nationwide* through May 26.

Key Points: 
  • "This Spring menu has quickly become one of my favorites because we're blending returning customer favorites with brand-new creations," said Shane Schaibly, Senior Vice President of Culinary Strategy at First Watch.
  • "For this menu, we looked to warmer latitudes, like the Caribbean, Hawaiian Islands and South Carolina low-country, for inspiration.
  • First Watch is open seven days a week from 7 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. for pickup, delivery and dine-in service.
  • For more information about First Watch and its seasonal menu offerings, or to find your nearest location, visit firstwatch.com .

More Than Two Dozen Former Residents of Good Shepherd Services Allege Sexual Abuse by Nuns, Priests and Staff at Notorious Youth Residential Treatment Facility

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024
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BALTIMORE, March 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The State of Maryland, Maryland Department of Juvenile Services, Maryland Department of Human Services and Maryland Department of Health are being named in a civil lawsuit today alleging that at least 26 individuals were sexually assaulted as children while housed at Good Shepherd Services, a former residential facility for foster care youth. The lawsuit was filed in the Maryland Circuit Court for Baltimore City by attorneys at Slater Slater Schulman LLP, a leading, full-service law firm with decades of experience representing survivors of traumatic and catastrophic events.

Key Points: 
  • Originally opened in 1864, Good Shepherd Services operated until 2017 as a multi-use, state-run residential treatment facility for children in Halethorpe, MD.
  • It housed children with behavioral health issues, as well as foster care youth sent through the Department of Human Services.
  • It also served as a secure facility for children sentenced to correctional incarceration through the Department of Juvenile Services.
  • The abuses at Good Shepherd Services were first reported on by The Baltimore Sun in 2013.