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The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation Commits $15 Million Over Three Years to Rise Against Hunger to Provide 463 Million Meals to People in Need

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Other Philanthropy, Women, Men, Sustainability, Family, Consumer, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Environment, Teens, Children, Fitness & Nutrition, Professional Services, Philanthropy, Health, Fund Raising, Foundation, Vitamins, Supplements, Agriculture, Other Consumer, Natural Resources, Kraft Heinz, COVID, Partnership, Rise Against Hunger, Food, Hunger, Mineral, Flood, Development, Multimedia, Meal, Emerging market, Fast-moving consumer goods

Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.

Key Points: 
  • Today, The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation announces an extended three-year partnership and $15 million commitment to Rise Against Hunger , an international nonprofit organization.
  • The commitment builds on a decade-long partnership between Kraft Heinz and Rise Against Hunger to alleviate global hunger and improve access to nutrition.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409900011/en/
    Kraft Heinz employees pack meals during the annual Packathon (Photo: Business Wire)
    “At Kraft Heinz, we aim to provide 1.5 billion meals to people in need by 2025,” said Andrea Budelli, President of The Kraft Heinz Company Foundation and Chief R&D Officer of Developed & Emerging Markets at Kraft Heinz.
  • This impact includes:
    Fortified more than 127 million Rise Against Hunger meals with 21 million micronutrient sachets for school feeding and dietary supplementation programs.

The Free Spirits Company Unveils Non-Alcoholic Ready to Drink California Craft Cocktails

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Lifestyle, Retail, Other Consumer, Consumer, Restaurant, Bar, Wine & Spirits, Food, Beverage, Amazon, Spirit, Total Wine & More, Multimedia, Free Spirit, Liquor

The Free Spirits Company introduces their new ready-to-drink, non-alcoholic line of California Craft Cocktails on April 9.

Key Points: 
  • The Free Spirits Company introduces their new ready-to-drink, non-alcoholic line of California Craft Cocktails on April 9.
  • The new additions to the brand kick off with two classic cocktails: The Kentucky Mule and The Margarita.
  • (Photo: The Free Spirits Company)
    “People love a great cocktail but when you’re on-the-go neither alcohol nor mixing up your own cocktail is very practical,” noted Milan Martin, CEO & Founder of The Free Spirits Company.
  • Free Spirits Ready to Drink cocktails join The Free Spirits Company’s existing non-alcoholic spirit expressions including The Spirit of Tequila, The Spirit of Gin, The Spirit of Bourbon, The Spirit of Vermouth Rosso and The Spirit of Milano.

Trinseo Introduces Groundbreaking Flame-retardant Plastic Grades Without Using PFAS Additives During Manufacturing Process

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Automotive Manufacturing, Other Consumer, Green Technology, Manufacturing, Environment, Telecommunications, Sustainability, Networks, Consumer, Other Construction & Property, Consumer Electronics, Technology, Construction & Property, Other Manufacturing, Recycling, Packaging, Engineering, Chemicals, Plastics, PCR, Knowledge, Electronics, Carbon footprint, PFAS, Water, Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, Thermoplastic

Many PFAS chemicals are commonly used for their important flame-retardant properties, as well as their resistance to heat, oil, stain, grease, and water.

Key Points: 
  • Many PFAS chemicals are commonly used for their important flame-retardant properties, as well as their resistance to heat, oil, stain, grease, and water.
  • Both EMERGE™ 8600PR and EMERGE™ 7360E65 use post-consumer recycled (PCR) substrates, while maintaining performance similar to that of virgin materials.
  • There is no intentionally added PFAS in the manufacturing process at Trinseo, and the recycled content facilitates waste reduction, carbon footprint reduction, and recycling in the consumer electronics industry.
  • Features of EMERGE™ PC 8600PV and 8600PR flame-retardant products:
    Halogenated additives are not used in the manufacturing process at Trinseo.

The Beachbody Company Launches New Initiative Enabling Customers to Buy and Download Fitness Programs Like P90X and 21 DAY FIX Without a Subscription

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Other Consumer, Vitamins, Supplements, Women, Entertainment, Fitness & Nutrition, Online, Men, Health, Consumer, Multimedia, Bodi, DVD

The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NYSE: BODI) (“BODi” or the “Company”), a leading health and fitness company, announced today it will give consumers the ability to purchase its most popular fitness and nutrition programs without a subscription.

Key Points: 
  • The Beachbody Company, Inc. (NYSE: BODI) (“BODi” or the “Company”), a leading health and fitness company, announced today it will give consumers the ability to purchase its most popular fitness and nutrition programs without a subscription.
  • In order to meet the latent demand for access to its most popular fitness and nutrition programs – including P90X, 21 DAY FIX, LIIFT4 and BODi’s popular nutrition programs such as PORTION FIX and 2B MINDSET – the Company’s extensive catalog of branded programs will be available for purchase individually to all consumers.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409169715/en/
    The Beachbody Company Launches New Initiative Enabling Customers to Buy and Download Fitness Programs Like P90X and 21 DAY FIX Without a Subscription (Graphic: Business Wire)
    BODi offers more than 134 renowned digital programs in every major fitness genre that will gradually become available for individual purchase over the coming months.
  • This new model is similar to the Company’s highly successful legacy DVD offers and will complement its successful subscription business.

myFICO: Should I Consolidate My Student Loans?

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Professional Services, Education, Other Consumer, Consumer, Finance, Banking, University, Student loan, Life, Risk, Federal, Bank

By consolidating your student loans, you combine multiple loans into a single loan with a new interest rate, repayment terms, and lower payment.

Key Points: 
  • By consolidating your student loans, you combine multiple loans into a single loan with a new interest rate, repayment terms, and lower payment.
  • Here are some key factors to consider that may help you determine whether you should consolidate your student loans, from myFICO.
  • Private student loan consolidation can be used for both Federal and private student loans.
  • However, if you consolidate with a longer repayment term, repaying your student loans could become more costly overall.

Kohl's Donates $5 Million to Alliance for a Healthier Generation to Improve Family Health & Wellness Nationwide

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Other Consumer, Fashion, Other Health, Retail, Other Philanthropy, Footwear, Parenting, Men, Family, Consumer, Fund Raising, Hospitals, Foundation, Department Stores, Philanthropy, Nursing, Managed Care, Health, Other Retail, School, Home, Health equity, Caregiver, Partnership, National Alliance, Knowledge, Mental health, Kohl's, Sale, Student, KSS, Good, Mental disorder, Multimedia, Collection, Emotion, Parent

Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced today a $5 million commitment over three years to the Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation), renewing the company’s support of its national nonprofit partner and further funding the Kohl’s Healthy at Home initiative.

Key Points: 
  • Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) announced today a $5 million commitment over three years to the Alliance for a Healthier Generation (Healthier Generation), renewing the company’s support of its national nonprofit partner and further funding the Kohl’s Healthy at Home initiative.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240409086547/en/
    “Creating healthier communities and supporting family wellness are cornerstones of Kohl’s philanthropic work, and we are proud to continue our work alongside Alliance for a Healthier Generation to make this a reality,” said Christie Raymond, Kohl’s chief marketing officer.
  • New this year, Healthier Generation will launch the Healthy at Home Playbook for Schools, which provides schools with the necessary resources to be named one of America’s Healthiest Schools.
  • The designation is awarded to schools that prioritize improving the well-being of students and their communities across a variety of categories.

Cedar Fair to Announce 2024 First Quarter Results on May 9th; Earnings Call Starts at 10 AM EDT

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Retail, Theme Parks, Entertainment, Family, Lodging, Destinations, Travel, Consumer, Restaurant, Bar, General Entertainment, Vacation, Other Consumer, Specialty, Food, Beverage, Cedar Fair, EDT, Corporation

Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a leader in regional amusement parks, water parks and immersive entertainment, said today it will issue its 2024 first-quarter financial results in the pre-market hours of Thursday, May 9, 2024.

Key Points: 
  • Cedar Fair Entertainment Company (NYSE: FUN), a leader in regional amusement parks, water parks and immersive entertainment, said today it will issue its 2024 first-quarter financial results in the pre-market hours of Thursday, May 9, 2024.
  • Later that morning, Cedar Fair management will host a conference call with the investment community, starting at 10 a.m. EDT, to provide additional details regarding 2024 first-quarter results and discuss the Company’s business outlook.
  • Participants on the call will include Cedar Fair CEO Richard Zimmerman, CFO Brian Witherow, and Corporate Director of Investor Relations Michael Russell.
  • Investors and all other interested parties can access a live, listen-only audio webcast of the call on Cedar Fair’s investor site https://ir.cedarfair.com under the tabs Investor Information / Events & Presentations / Upcoming Events.

The Future of Physical Retail and Apparel Thematic Research Report 2024: Consumer Attitudes To Offline and Online Retail, and Innovations that will Shape the Future Landscape - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Retail, Consumer, Home Goods, Online Retail, Restaurant, Bar, Discount, Variety, Convenience Store, Department Stores, Other Retail, Supermarket, Other Consumer, Specialty, Food, Beverage, Fashion, Research, Growth, Physical

The "The Future of Physical Retail - Thematic Research" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "The Future of Physical Retail - Thematic Research" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • This report outlines the future of physical retail in the retail and apparel sectors.
  • It outlines the market value of and consumer attitudes towards offline and online retail, and a range of innovations that will shape the future of physical retail.
  • Whilst the growth in online retail is outpacing that of offline retail, physical retail will remain important to shoppers, with the physical retail market bifurcating into two primary purchase motivations: urgent and considered purchases.

Humana Focuses on Reducing Health Disparities and Making Healthy Living Possible for All

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Managed Care, General Health, Professional Services, Philanthropy, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Consumer, Health, Health Technology, Other Philanthropy, Health Insurance, Sustainability, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Other Consumer, Environment, Insurance, Pharmaceutical, Seniors, Science Based Targets initiative, Growth, Learning, Biophysical environment, Inc., Physician, GHG, ESG, Star, Patient, Education, Pharmacy, Science, Small business, Impact, Social, Patient satisfaction, Investment, Housing, Medicaid, Population health, Safety, Multimedia, Medicare, CMS, Medicare Advantage, Risk management

(Graphic: Business Wire)

Key Points: 
  • (Graphic: Business Wire)
    “We’re committed to making the healthcare system more equitable, affordable and easier to navigate,” said Bruce Broussard, Humana’s Chief Executive Officer.
  • 1.8 million Humana members across Medicare Advantage, Medicaid and commercial plans received screening for social health needs, helping to support their basic needs and address their health holistically.
  • CenterWell’s senior primary care, home health and pharmacy services provided more patients with integrated and differentiated experiences that improve health outcomes.
  • To learn more about Humana’s impact and continuing work to make it easier for people to achieve their best health, read the full 2023 Humana Impact Report .

The United States Army and United Football League Announce Exclusive Partnership; U.S. Army Becomes the Presenting Partner of the UFL

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Saturday, April 6, 2024
Sports, Entertainment, Other Defense, Licensing (Sports), Consumer, Defense, General Entertainment, Football, TV and Radio, Public Relations, Investor Relations, Other Consumer, Communications, Military, ABC, Organization, ESPN, Sport, UFL, Veteran, Partnership, FOX, United Football League, Fox Sports, Ethics, History, Athlete, Woman, Dream, Fox, League, Courage, Army

The United Football League (“UFL”) today announced an exclusive partnership with The United States Army (the “Army”) in which the Army has been named the Presenting Partner of the League.

Key Points: 
  • The United Football League (“UFL”) today announced an exclusive partnership with The United States Army (the “Army”) in which the Army has been named the Presenting Partner of the League.
  • As part of the agreement, the Army logo will be featured on all UFL gameday jerseys as well as on the fifty-yard line at games.
  • There will be Army activations at UFL games, including a spotlight honoring veterans and current Army personnel who have served our nation.
  • No matter the life goal, the Army accelerates the lives of young leaders from all walks of life.