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FOX Nation Signs Renowned Author James Patterson to Helm Three-Part True Crime Series

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Monday, April 1, 2024

FOX Nation has debuted a new true crime series, Unsolved with James Patterson, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform.

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FOX Nation has debuted a new true crime series, Unsolved with James Patterson, announced Lauren Petterson, president of the platform.
Hosted by critically acclaimed author James Patterson, the three-part series dropped today.
He is the creator of the acclaimed “Alex Cross” series, which will soon air as a television series on Amazon Prime.
His memoir “James Patterson by James Patterson” was an instant #1 New York Times bestseller.

A Story of Defiance… Comcast’s Black Experience on Xfinity Announces Premiere of Powerful Documentary Bad River Written, Directed and Produced by Award-Winning Filmmaker Mary Mazzio and Executive-Produced by NBA Hall of Famer Grant Hill

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Monday, April 1, 2024

The story unfolds in a groundbreaking way, through a series of shocking revelations, devastating losses, and a powerful legacy of defiance and resilience.

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The story unfolds in a groundbreaking way, through a series of shocking revelations, devastating losses, and a powerful legacy of defiance and resilience.
Black Experience on Xfinity is a first-of-its-kind destination of Black entertainment, movies, TV shows, news and more.
Xfinity customers can access the Black Experience on channel 1622 or simply say “Black Experience” into the Voice Remote to instantly enjoy the ultimate in Black storytelling.
Non-Xfinity customers will be able to view the partnership on Xumo Play, Comcast and Charter’s free ad-supported streaming service app.

Dave & Buster’s International Growth Momentum Continues

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Teens, Women, Entertainment, Men, Other Entertainment, General Entertainment, Restaurant, Bar, Family, Consumer, Retail, Partnership, Multimedia, Dave & Buster's, Food, International development

Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc, Dave & Buster’s the ultimate destination for food, drink and entertainment is proud to announce its continued international expansion with a pivotal franchise agreement.

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Dave & Buster's Entertainment, Inc, Dave & Buster’s the ultimate destination for food, drink and entertainment is proud to announce its continued international expansion with a pivotal franchise agreement.
Positioned to extend its global presence, Dave & Buster’s has finalized a deal to open two locations in the Dominican Republic, elevating the total to 33 stores slated for international development.
View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240401479317/en/
Antonio Bautista, Chief International Development Officer at Dave & Buster’s, shared his excitement about entering the market.
"We are delighted to announce our expansion into the Dominican Republic, marking a noteworthy milestone in our global growth strategy.

The Walt Disney Company and National Geographic Celebrate Earth Month With New Global Cross-Platform Campaign, ourHOME

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Monday, April 1, 2024

The Walt Disney Company and National Geographic announced today a new global cross-platform campaign, ourHOME, timed to coincide with Earth Month.

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The Walt Disney Company and National Geographic announced today a new global cross-platform campaign, ourHOME, timed to coincide with Earth Month.
ourHOME will touch every area of The Walt Disney Company:
DisneyPlanetPossible.com – Destination detailing actions The Walt Disney Company is taking to protect, restore and celebrate our planet.
All relevant social handles will be celebrating ourHOME all month long, including: @Disney; @Disney+; @NatGeo; @NatGeoTV; @NatGeoWILD; @NatGeoTravel; @Disney; @NatGeoAdventure; @NatGeoDocs.
ourHOME campaign will be part of Disney Earth Month celebrations around the world in major regions in EMEA, APAC and LATAM.

Comstock to Host 2024 Run The Greenway at Loudoun Station

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024

Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHCI) (“Comstock”), a leading asset manager, developer, and operator of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region, announced today that it has once again partnered with Dulles Greenway to host the 4th annual Run The Greenway race at Loudoun Station in Ashburn, Virginia on Saturday, May 4, 2024.

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Comstock Holding Companies, Inc. (Nasdaq: CHCI) (“Comstock”), a leading asset manager, developer, and operator of mixed-use and transit-oriented properties in the Washington, D.C. region, announced today that it has once again partnered with Dulles Greenway to host the 4th annual Run The Greenway race at Loudoun Station in Ashburn, Virginia on Saturday, May 4, 2024.
“Last year’s race was elevated to another level thanks to our partnership with Comstock and Loudoun Station,” said Terry Hoffman, Public and Customer Relations Manager, Dulles Greenway.
“We’re thrilled to welcome back Run the Greenway 2024 at Loudoun Station, especially for our first Star Wars-themed race,” said Tracy Schar, Chief Marketing Officer for Comstock.
For more information about Run The Greenway 2024 and a link to register for the event, please visit https://www.dullesgreenway.com/run-the-greenway/ .

Liberty Media Announces Agreement to Acquire Commercial Rightsholder of MotoGP™

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Monday, April 1, 2024

Liberty Media Corporation (“Liberty Media”) (Nasdaq: FWONA, FWONK) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Dorna Sports, S.L.

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Liberty Media Corporation (“Liberty Media”) (Nasdaq: FWONA, FWONK) announced today that it has entered into an agreement to acquire Dorna Sports, S.L.
(“Dorna”), the exclusive commercial rights holder to the MotoGP™ World Championship, from Bridgepoint and Canada Pension Plan Investment Board (“CPP Investments”).
Liberty Media retains an option at its sole discretion to deliver additional cash in lieu of FWONK common stock.
Presentation materials to be used during the investor call will be posted to the Liberty Media website in advance.

Key Piece of “Titanic” Movie Memorabilia Purchased By Titanic Museum Attraction

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240328277009/en/
Iconic "Titanic" movie prop purchased by Titanic Museum Attractions.
Visitors to the Titanic Museum Attraction now will be able to consider for themselves what role the movie artifact could have played in the characters’ survival.
Titanic Museum Attractions always look for opportunities to display extraordinary pieces from RMS Titanic as well as exhibiting iconic memorabilia from the widely acclaimed movie.
“Being able to obtain this highly-treasured prop used in the 'Titanic' movie is a monumental acquisition for our attraction,” said Mary Kellogg-Joslyn, President of Titanic Museum Attractions.

Bowlero Promotes Zac Sulma to Chief Sales Officer

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Sports, Bowling, General Entertainment, Other Entertainment, Entertainment, Region, Management

Bowlero Corp. (NYSE: BOWL) (“Bowlero” or the “Company”), one of the world’s premier operators of location based entertainment, announced today the promotion of Zac Sulma as Chief Sales Officer.

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Bowlero Corp. (NYSE: BOWL) (“Bowlero” or the “Company”), one of the world’s premier operators of location based entertainment, announced today the promotion of Zac Sulma as Chief Sales Officer.
Mr. Sulma has been a driving force behind the company's same store sales expansion in fiscal year 2024 and will be responsible for enhancing future sales initiatives.
"We are pleased to announce the promotion of Mr. Sulma to Chief Sales Officer,” stated Thomas Shannon, Founder, Chairman, and CEO of Bowlero.
In his new role, Mr. Sulma will continue to spearhead key initiatives, including the launch of our innovative National Sales Program.

JBG SMITH Releases Statement on Potomac Yard Entertainment District Proposal

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS) today issued a statement on the Potomac Yard Entertainment District.

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JBG SMITH (NYSE: JBGS) today issued a statement on the Potomac Yard Entertainment District.
In December, we announced plans to develop an entertainment district in Potomac Yard, anchored by the Washington Capitals, Washington Wizards and the Monumental Sports & Entertainment corporate headquarters.
Today it was announced that discussions between Monumental, Alexandria and the Commonwealth of Virginia have been terminated.
This was a once-in-a-generation opportunity to build a world-class arena and entertainment district at Potomac Yard and to realize the vision of that community as a dense, mixed-use neighborhood.

MDWerks’ Two Trees Beverage Subsidiary to Kick Off Co-Sponsorship of Team Combat League in TCL’s Second Season Debut Boxing Match

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024

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MDWerks, Inc. (“MDWerks” or the “Company”) (OTC: MDWK), a forward-thinking company leading the charge in the world of sustainable technology, today announced that the award-winning fine spirits brands owned by its Two Trees Beverage Company (“Two Trees”) subsidiary will be promoted during Team Combat League’s (“TCL”) second season debut boxing match on March 28, 2024, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, featuring NYC Attitude versus Philly Smoke.

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MDWerks, Inc. (“MDWerks” or the “Company”) (OTC: MDWK), a forward-thinking company leading the charge in the world of sustainable technology, today announced that the award-winning fine spirits brands owned by its Two Trees Beverage Company (“Two Trees”) subsidiary will be promoted during Team Combat League’s (“TCL”) second season debut boxing match on March 28, 2024, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, featuring NYC Attitude versus Philly Smoke.
Two Trees® and Tim Smith Spirits® brand logos will appear on mats, signs, and banners during the kickoff match and subsequent season two matches, which will be broadcast live and available for replay on TCL TV .
Steven Laker, CEO of MDWerks, commented, “We are excited about the commencement of Two Trees’ multi-year co-sponsorship agreement with Team Combat League, the nation’s first and only boxing league with a franchise team format.
We look forward to gaining increased awareness of Two Trees’ award-winning and environmentally sustainable fine spirits brands during TCL’s much anticipated second season and in the years to come.”