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Global Crossing Airlines, America’s Fastest Growing Charter Airline, Receives Increased Authorization for up to 20 Aircraft by US DOT

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024
Transport, Airbus, Nation, JET, A321, ACMI, Airbus A320 family, Aircraft, OTCQB, Airline

MIAMI, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Crossing Airlines Group, Inc. (Cboe: JET, OTCQB: JETMF) (the “Company” or “GlobalX”), the Nation's fastest growing charter airline, has been approved by the US Department of Transportation for an increase to 20 aircraft from its current authorization of 16 aircraft.

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  • MIAMI, April 03, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Global Crossing Airlines Group, Inc. (Cboe: JET, OTCQB: JETMF) (the “Company” or “GlobalX”), the Nation's fastest growing charter airline, has been approved by the US Department of Transportation for an increase to 20 aircraft from its current authorization of 16 aircraft.
  • The increased fleet authorization allows GlobalX to add two (2) Airbus A320 and two (2) Airbus A321 passenger aircraft to its fleet by Summer 2024, subject to FAA approvals.
  • The additional aircraft will strengthen GlobalX's refocused strategy to expand its ACMI passenger charter business.
  • “This increased authorization is a key step in our path to sustained profitability and achieving our goal to become America’s largest charter airline, setting the industry high mark for on-time performance and reliability,” said Chris Jamroz, Executive Chairman of GlobalX.

BranchOut Food Announces 2023 Financial Results Ending Year at a $6.4M Run Rate with Current Commitments of $9.0M in Annualized Sales for 2024

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Giant, Food technology, Growth, Harmons, Nation, IPO, Security (finance), Convenience store, BranchOut, Fruit, Meal, Ready-to-Eat, Cryptocurrency

Eric Healy, CEO of BranchOut Foods, said, “We are very pleased with BranchOut Food’s significant growth and accomplishments since our IPO in June 2023.

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  • Eric Healy, CEO of BranchOut Foods, said, “We are very pleased with BranchOut Food’s significant growth and accomplishments since our IPO in June 2023.
  • Our current commitments are now at $9.0M in annualized sales for 2024.
  • As a result, BranchOut Food has secured roughly $1.1 million in commitments for 2024, expanding into eight states.
  • In March 2024, BranchOut Food launched two new product lines, salad toppers and kids’ snack packs, at the Natural Products Expo West.

Western Forest Products Completes Sale of Ownership Interest in Newly Formed Mid-Island Partnership

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
First Nations, Limited partnership, Nation, Wood, TSX, Transaction

The parties also announced the new name for the Partnership, which will be known as La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) going forward.

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  • The parties also announced the new name for the Partnership, which will be known as La-kwa sa muqw Forestry (pronounced la-KWAH-sa-mook) going forward.
  • The Partnership consists of certain assets and liabilities of Western’s Mid Island Forest Operation, including the newly-established Tree Farm Licence 64, created through the subdivision of Block 2 from Tree Farm Licence 39.
  • The operations of the new Partnership cover approximately 157,000 hectares of forest land in the traditional territories of the Nations near the communities of Campbell River and Sayward on eastern Vancouver Island.
  • Members of the media are asked to contact Western’s media relations to confirm their attendance and obtain event details.

A Year of Rapid Growth and Improvement: Reviewing the Progress of BC's Indigenous-led Gladue Services

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
First Nations, Chemical oxygen demand, Risk, Nation, Gladue report, Trauma, Support, Research, West Bank, Legal Aid BC, Aftercare

“Having an Indigenous-led organization administer and develop Gladue Report Services in BC is groundbreaking.

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  • “Having an Indigenous-led organization administer and develop Gladue Report Services in BC is groundbreaking.
  • The standards BCFNJC holds for Gladue Reports is high, and the team is committed to ensuring these standards remain exceptional.
  • For comparison, over an 11-year period, Legal Aid BC produced an average of 120 Gladue reports per year.
  • Gladue reports will be provided for Dangerous Offender and Parole Hearings on a case-by-case basis.

Pizza City Fest Los Angeles Bringing 40+ Pizzerias and More to L.A. Live, April 27-28, 2024

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Women, Entertainment, Millennials, Men, Events, Concerts, Restaurant, Bar, General Entertainment, Food, Beverage, Consumer, Retail, Nation, Sport, Knowledge, AXS (company), Love, Heart, Entertainment district

Pizza City Fest Los Angeles is returning to L.A. LIVE with a stellar lineup set to headline its highly anticipated second annual event taking place on April 27-28, 2024, at the iconic L.A. LIVE – nestled in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles' Sports and Entertainment District.

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  • Pizza City Fest Los Angeles is returning to L.A. LIVE with a stellar lineup set to headline its highly anticipated second annual event taking place on April 27-28, 2024, at the iconic L.A. LIVE – nestled in the heart of Downtown Los Angeles' Sports and Entertainment District.
  • Attendees will have the exclusive opportunity to savor the delectable offerings from Southern California's premier pizza artisans, all conveniently located in one central hub.
  • Pizza City Fest Los Angeles will celebrate the Southland’s pizza landscape, showcasing the diverse and exceptional talents of the region's top pizza makers.
  • In addition to the formidable list of participating pizzerias, Pizza City Fest Los Angeles has assembled an incredible line-up of chefs, authors and experts who will share both their knowledge and love of pizza in a series of panel discussions and demonstrations throughout the weekend.

URSA MAJOR SIGNS CONTRACT WITH U.S. NAVY FOR NEXT GEN SOLID ROCKET MOTORS FOR STANDARD MISSILE

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Lynx, SM-3, SM-2, Nation, Canadarm, SM-6, Naval Surface Warfare Center, Weapon, Ursa Major, NEST, Missile Defense Agency, SRM, PEO, Mk, Navy, Electric motor

In 2022, the Missile Defense Agency stated that the SM-6 is the only missile capable of intercepting maneuverable hypersonic missiles.

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  • In 2022, the Missile Defense Agency stated that the SM-6 is the only missile capable of intercepting maneuverable hypersonic missiles.
  • "We are proud of the Navy's support and recognition of Ursa Major as a trusted partner to develop the next generation of Mk 104 solid rocket motors," said Ursa Major founder and CEO Joe Laurienti.
  • "Our new approach to manufacturing SRMs allows Ursa Major to quickly develop high-performing motors at scale, driving volume and cost efficiencies to address this critical national need."
  • "The production of solid rocket motors is a top priority, and we are impressed with Ursa Major's innovative approach to address manufacturing challenges."

ASES Announces Opportunity to Drive Just and Equitable Transition to Clean Energy at SOLAR 2024

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Monday, April 8, 2024
Conference, Environment, Knowledge, Nation, Policy, SOLAR, American Solar Energy Society, Housing, EPA, Workforce, Multimedia, Teaching, Renewable energy

BOULDER, Colo., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After two decades, the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) will be back in the Nation's capital to host their 53rd Annual National Solar Conference, SOLAR 2024: Connecting Technology & Policy in Washington, DC, on May 20-23.

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  • BOULDER, Colo., April 8, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- After two decades, the American Solar Energy Society (ASES) will be back in the Nation's capital to host their 53rd Annual National Solar Conference, SOLAR 2024: Connecting Technology & Policy in Washington, DC, on May 20-23.
  • "Our goal is to ignite enthusiasm among conference attendees by showcasing the myriad ways they can contribute to the equitable advancement of clean energy," said Carly Rixham, ASES Executive Director.
  • "Since it is such a critical election year, we're especially focused on highlighting and teaching about effectively using our voices to advocate for policies that will ensure an equitable and just transition to clean energy.
  • The American Solar Energy Society looks forward to coming together at this unique conference to continue to accelerate the transformation toward a 100% renewable energy future.

THINKING NATION UNVEILS GAME-CHANGING AI-POWERED MOCK ADVANCED PLACEMENT EXAMS FOR STUDENT SUCCESS

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Friday, April 5, 2024
Government, AP, Politics, Advanced Placement exams, Thought, Nation, AP United States History, Anxiety, AP European History, Student, AP World History: Modern, Education minister, Mock, Workload, College, College Board, Tutoring

NORTHRIDGE, Calif., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --  As the academic year progresses and high schoolers nationwide gear up for the Advanced Placement (AP) exams in early May, Thinking Nation, a national 501(c)(3) committed to cultivating thoughtful citizens through the promotion of historical thinking in social studies, today unveiled a platform designed to transform AP exam preparation. This comprehensive solution provides personalized feedback and actionable insights during the crucial weeks before the official AP exams, using AI to ensure all students have access to high-quality exam preparation, thereby supporting equity in AP exam readiness.

Key Points: 
  • The mock AP exams offered by Thinking Nation span subjects like AP U.S. History, AP European History, AP World History, and AP American Government and Politics.
  • They replicate the full scope of the official AP exams, including the writing components.
  • "These new AI-graded Mock AP exams by Thinking Nation will transform how we can support students by shifting the workload from grading exams to supporting the students directly with their feedback.
  • To learn more about the Mock AP Exam platform and how to implement it in your school or classroom, visit Thinking Nation's website .

U.S. Small Business Administration Congratulates 2024 Exporter of the Year

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
SBA, Patient, STEP, National Small Business Week, Nation, Small business, Contact, Economy, Spectrum, Economic development, Human, Pharmaceutical industry

WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice for America’s more than 33 million small businesses in President Biden’s Cabinet, celebrated Spectrum International LLC, headquartered in Georgia, being named the 2024 Small Business Exporter of the Year .

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  • WASHINGTON, March 20, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, Administrator Isabel Casillas Guzman , head of the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the voice for America’s more than 33 million small businesses in President Biden’s Cabinet, celebrated Spectrum International LLC, headquartered in Georgia, being named the 2024 Small Business Exporter of the Year .
  • The company will be recognized during SBA’s National Small Business Week , an annual event honoring the accomplishments and contributions of small businesses from across the Nation.
  • “I am proud to recognize Felipe and his team at Spectrum during National Small Business Week 2024 as our Exporter of the Year and showcase how the SBA supports our more than 1.3 million small business exporters with grants, financing, and advisory support.”
    Based in Georgia, Spectrum International designs and manufactures specialty contact lenses.
  • “It is with great pride that we recognize Spectrum International LLC as the SBA’s 2024 National Exporter of the Year.

ACFE Report to the Nations: Organizations Lost an Average of More Than $1.5M Per Fraud Case

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Organization, Nation, COVID-19, Fraud, CFE, Employment, Male, ACFE, Government, Cryptocurrency

Those were the total losses calculated in the latest report from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Occupational Fraud 2024: A Report to the Nations .

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  • Those were the total losses calculated in the latest report from the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), Occupational Fraud 2024: A Report to the Nations .
  • Based on their findings, CFEs estimate that organizations lose 5% of revenue to fraud each year.
  • “The report continues to show the power of anti-fraud controls in reducing losses and speeding up fraud detection,” Gill said.
  • “Many organizations modify their controls after fraud occurs, but hopefully this report will have organizations thinking about it sooner.”