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Improving literacy rates critical to quality of life: United for Literacy survey

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The majority of Canadians (92 per cent) believe improving literacy rates in Canada would improve Canadians’ standard of living, according to a new Pollara survey commissioned by United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College).

Key Points: 
  • TORONTO, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The majority of Canadians (92 per cent) believe improving literacy rates in Canada would improve Canadians’ standard of living, according to a new Pollara survey commissioned by United for Literacy (formerly Frontier College).
  • Those surveyed also believe low literacy skills lead to lower income and limited employment opportunities (70 per cent).
  • Canadians overwhelmingly (78 per cent) support increased government action to improve literacy rates, highlighting the necessity for greater governmental efforts in literacy support.
  • While Canada is considered a highly literate society, the literacy rate is lower than many people may think.

New Plant-Based Cream Cheese from SimplyV Arrives On Grocery Shelves

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Thursday, March 14, 2024
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SimplyV , a new plant-based cream cheese brand from Franklin Foods—one of the largest cream cheese manufacturers in the United States—is now available in independent grocery retailers across the country for consumers to experience.

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  • SimplyV , a new plant-based cream cheese brand from Franklin Foods—one of the largest cream cheese manufacturers in the United States—is now available in independent grocery retailers across the country for consumers to experience.
  • plant-based cream cheese bar to U.S. consumers in select markets in March 2023, along with 8-oz.
  • The plant-based bar, a popular format with regular dairy cream cheese, can be used for cooking and baking, as well as spreading.
  • (Photo: SimplyV)
    SimplyV is made with almonds, but offers the velvety smooth taste and texture of dairy cream cheese.

Woodsboro Bank Celebrates 125 Years of Community Banking Excellence

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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FREDERICK, Md., March 18, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Woodsboro Bank, a pillar of community banking in Frederick County, proudly marks its 125th anniversary this year with celebrations beginning in May. While this is a significant milestone in the bank's long history of serving the financial needs of the Frederick community, the Woodsboro Bank team is focused on not only creating opportunities for the continued evolution of the brand but also for the residents of Frederick County. As the bank looks toward the future, it remains committed to understanding the needs, wants, and growth aspirations of individuals, families, and businesses across the region.

Key Points: 
  • "At Woodsboro Bank, we're committed to diving into the heart of what makes our community special.
  • From its modest beginnings to becoming a community cornerstone of Frederick County, Woodsboro Bank has continuously evolved over its 125-year history.
  • "At Woodsboro Bank, we're committed to diving into the heart of what makes our community special," said Steve Heine, President & Chief Executive Officer of Woodsboro Bank.
  • Woodsboro Bank will also create fun and engaging ways to connect with the people of Frederick County and welcome new faces to learn about the community banking experience.

Frank E. Campbell The Funeral Chapel Begins 125th Anniversary Celebration with New York City St. Patrick's Day Parade

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Saturday, March 16, 2024
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NEW YORK, March 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Frank E. Campbell The Funeral Chapel, the iconic funeral chapel known for its dignified service and unwavering commitment to New York City and its residents in their time of need, announces the commencement of its 125th anniversary celebration on March 16, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, March 16, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Frank E. Campbell The Funeral Chapel, the iconic funeral chapel known for its dignified service and unwavering commitment to New York City and its residents in their time of need, announces the commencement of its 125th anniversary celebration on March 16, 2024.
  • Frank E. Campbell commemorates its anniversary by proudly participating in New York City's renowned St. Patrick's Day Parade.
  • "As New York's and arguably the world's premier funeral home, we are honored to begin our 125th anniversary by participating in the oldest and largest St. Patrick's Day Parade," said William Villanova, President, Frank E. Campbell The Funeral Chapel.
  • Known for Service Excellence since 1898, Frank E. Campbell The Funeral Chapel is synonymous with highly personalized and caring service.

RIMOWA ANNOUNCES JAY CHOU AS GLOBAL AMBASSADOR

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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TAIPEI, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RIMOWA, a global leader in premium luggage with 126 years of history, today officially announced the "King of Mandopop" Jay Chou as the brand's newest global ambassador. Last September, the brand has featured Blackpink member Rosé, champion Formula 1 pilot Sir Lewis Hamilton and French soccer player Kylian Mbappé as their new partners, and now Rimowa is pleased to have the iconic megastar Jay Chou join in their latest campaign. This marks the first time Rimowa presents a Mandopop artist as ambassador for its brand worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • TAIPEI, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RIMOWA, a global leader in premium luggage with 126 years of history, today officially announced the "King of Mandopop" Jay Chou as the brand's newest global ambassador.
  • In his new role as RIMOWA's global ambassador, Jay Chou is set to inspire travelers around the globe to embark on their own life-changing journeys.
  • Jay Chou not only embodies all these values but is someone who we admire for his global impact as an artist.
  • It's an honor to welcome him as a RIMOWA global ambassador," says RIMOWA CEO Hugues Bonnet-Masimbert.

RIMOWA ANNOUNCES JAY CHOU AS GLOBAL AMBASSADOR

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
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TAIPEI, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RIMOWA, a global leader in premium luggage with 126 years of history, today officially announced the "King of Mandopop" Jay Chou as the brand's newest global ambassador. Last September, the brand has featured Blackpink member Rosé, champion Formula 1 pilot Sir Lewis Hamilton and French soccer player Kylian Mbappé as their new partners, and now Rimowa is pleased to have the iconic megastar Jay Chou join in their latest campaign. This marks the first time Rimowa presents a Mandopop artist as ambassador for its brand worldwide.

Key Points: 
  • TAIPEI, March 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- RIMOWA, a global leader in premium luggage with 126 years of history, today officially announced the "King of Mandopop" Jay Chou as the brand's newest global ambassador.
  • In his new role as RIMOWA's global ambassador, Jay Chou is set to inspire travelers around the globe to embark on their own life-changing journeys.
  • Jay Chou not only embodies all these values but is someone who we admire for his global impact as an artist.
  • It's an honor to welcome him as a RIMOWA global ambassador," says RIMOWA CEO Hugues Bonnet-Masimbert.

National Search for Development Director Begins as COL Tripp Billingsley Announces His Retirement Following 33 Years of Service at Fork Union Military Academy

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
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FORK UNION, Va., Feb. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- CAPT Mark Black, USN (Ret.), the President of Fork Union Military Academy, announced this week that the school is initiating a national search to fill the role of the Academy's top development officer as COL Tripp Billingsley, the school's longtime Director of Advancement will be retiring at the end of the school year on June 30, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • ), the President of Fork Union Military Academy , announced this week that the school is initiating a national search to fill the role of the Academy's top development officer as COL Tripp Billingsley, the school's longtime Director of Advancement will be retiring at the end of the school year on June 30, 2024.
  • The Billingsley family history at Fork Union began with Joseph A. Billingsley, Sr., who graduated in the Class of 1909 when the school was still officially named Fork Union Academy.
  • Tripp Billingsley (Joseph A. Billingsley, III) first arrived at Fork Union Military Academy as a postgraduate football player in the Class of 1977, following in the footsteps of his father and grandfather before him.
  • Tripp's nephew, Jack's son Joseph B. Billingsley, is currently at Fork Union playing postgraduate basketball for Coach Bob Williams, continuing the Billingsley legacy.

HotelPlanner Reaches for the Stars with the American Astronomical Society

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Wednesday, February 14, 2024
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HotelPlanner, a leading travel technology platform and hotel booking engine, today announced a service provider partnership with the American Astronomical Society .

Key Points: 
  • WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Feb. 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- HotelPlanner, a leading travel technology platform and hotel booking engine, today announced a service provider partnership with the American Astronomical Society .
  • Now celebrating its 125th anniversary, the American Astronomical Society (AAS) provides a community of astronomers and advocates for science to enhance and share humanity’s scientific understanding of the universe.
  • With more than 8,000 members globally, AAS is a major international organization of professional astronomers, astronomy educators, and amateur astronomers.
  • “HotelPlanner offers incredible value to our membership base through discounted hotel solutions globally,” says Rod Nenner, Chief Business Officer & Director, Strategic Partnerships, American Astronomical Society.

EMA Aesthetics Announces a Long-Term Strategic and Equity Partnership with ROHTO Pharmaceutical, Signalling ROHTO's Acceleration into the Global Aesthetics Market

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
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This strategic alliance signals ROHTO's acceleration into the medical aesthetics sector, supporting the growth of EMA Aesthetics in a rapidly expanding global market.

Key Points: 
  • This strategic alliance signals ROHTO's acceleration into the medical aesthetics sector, supporting the growth of EMA Aesthetics in a rapidly expanding global market.
  • EMA and ROHTO will employ R&D and collaboration to jointly develop existing and novel aesthetic products.
  • This partnership provides ROHTO with a gateway into the aesthetics industry beyond Japan, emphasizing their commitment to harness the notable expansion in the aesthetics sectors within the EU and US, into 2024 and beyond.
  • Malcolm Wall Morris, Co-Founder and CEO of EMA Aesthetics, remarked, "Since its inception in 2019, EMA Aesthetics has consistently been a pioneer in aesthetic products.

EMA Aesthetics Announces a Long-Term Strategic and Equity Partnership with ROHTO Pharmaceutical, Signalling ROHTO's Acceleration into the Global Aesthetics Market

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Thursday, February 1, 2024
Partnership, Growth, Research, Orientation, Acceleration, Philosophy, EMA, Entrepreneurship, Beauty, 125th, Rohto Pharmaceutical

This strategic alliance signals ROHTO's acceleration into the medical aesthetics sector, supporting the growth of EMA Aesthetics in a rapidly expanding global market.

Key Points: 
  • This strategic alliance signals ROHTO's acceleration into the medical aesthetics sector, supporting the growth of EMA Aesthetics in a rapidly expanding global market.
  • EMA and ROHTO will employ R&D and collaboration to jointly develop existing and novel aesthetic products.
  • This partnership provides ROHTO with a gateway into the aesthetics industry beyond Japan, emphasizing their commitment to harness the notable expansion in the aesthetics sectors within the EU and US, into 2024 and beyond.
  • Malcolm Wall Morris, Co-Founder and CEO of EMA Aesthetics, remarked, "Since its inception in 2019, EMA Aesthetics has consistently been a pioneer in aesthetic products.