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Leclanché Provides a Business Update for 2023

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Monday, December 25, 2023
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YVERDON-LES-BAINS, Switzerland, 23rd December 2023 – Leclanché SA (SIX: LECN) a global leader in energy storage solutions, announces a comprehensive overview of key accomplishments in the year 2023.

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  • YVERDON-LES-BAINS, Switzerland, 23rd December 2023 – Leclanché SA (SIX: LECN) a global leader in energy storage solutions, announces a comprehensive overview of key accomplishments in the year 2023.
  • Leclanché has achieved groundbreaking advancements in the production of G/NMCA cells, delivering up to 20% more energy density while reducing cobalt content to just 5%.
  • In addition, at the SOLUTRANS 2023 Expo in Lyon, Leclanché presented the new Fortius-145, a high-energy battery system for trucks and commercial vehicles.
  • Pierre Blanc, CEO of Leclanché SA, Chief Technology & Industrial Officer of Leclanché e-Mobility SA, commented on the achievements: "2023 has been a transformative year for Leclanché as we continue to redefine the future of energy storage.

Aladdin Mediterranean Cuisine Announce New Catering Menu in Houston, Texas

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Thursday, November 16, 2023
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Texas, Houston, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aladdin Mediterranean cuisine , a local award-winning Mediterranean restaurant in Houston, Texas, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new catering menu on its website.

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  • Texas, Houston, Nov. 16, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aladdin Mediterranean cuisine , a local award-winning Mediterranean restaurant in Houston, Texas, is thrilled to announce the launch of its new catering menu on its website.
  • Offering customers a selection of delicious Mediterranean salads, spreads, vegetable dishes, sandwiches, shawarma, shish kabob, and freshly baked pitas, Aladdin Mediterranean cuisine’s new catering menu is ideal for small meetings, private parties, or full-scale events.
  • Aladdin Mediterranean cuisine has established itself within the Houston, Texas community as a renowned provider of vibrant and mouth-watering healthy Mediterranean food.
  • With vegan-friendly options and the ability to cater to various dietary needs, Aladdin Mediterranean cuisine offers great, healthy Mediterranean dishes that can be enjoyed by the entire family.

Coface records excellent income of €189.7m in the first nine months amidst slowing inflation and claims normalisation. Annualised ROATE at 14.1%

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023
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In North America, turnover increased +6.9% at constant FX and +4.0% as reported, driven by the return in client activity and rising commissions.

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  • In North America, turnover increased +6.9% at constant FX and +4.0% as reported, driven by the return in client activity and rising commissions.
  • This reflects an increased claims frequency since H1-21, with the number of claims nearing pre-COVID levels.
  • The annualised return on average tangible equity (RoATE) was 14.1% at 30 September 2023, mainly due to the improvement in underwriting income.
  • Coface is actively devising its next strategic plan, which will be presented to investors on 5 March 2024.

Le Vian Launches New Mare Azzurro Collection

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Thursday, November 9, 2023
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Resulting from Le Vian’s passion for innovation and creativity, the Mare Azzurro™ collection captures how the unadulterated blues of seawater change their hues and tones with every passing hour from sunrise to sunset.

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  • Resulting from Le Vian’s passion for innovation and creativity, the Mare Azzurro™ collection captures how the unadulterated blues of seawater change their hues and tones with every passing hour from sunrise to sunset.
  • The Le Vian Mare Azzurro Collection features Le Vian’s exclusive Trillion cut, tri-chroic Blueberry Tanzanite®, Round Brilliant cut Blueberry Zircon™, Portuguese Checkerboard Oval cut Deep Sea Blue Topaz™ and Tear Drop cuts of Sea Blue Aquamarine®, all set in Le Vian’s Vanilla Gold®.
  • Additionally, the collection will offer luxurious and unique versions of the Mare Azzurro pieces at its High Jewelry & Gem Galas at Jared.
  • To celebrate the launch of the Le Vian Mare Azzurro Collection, we embarked to be genuine and conduct the adventurous and challenging photoshoot for the multi-media campaign.”
    To learn more about the Le Vian Mare Azzurro Collection, visit levian.com/mare-azzurro

ICONIQ Impact Announces Up to $50M Collaborative Philanthropy Fund to Help Protect Our Ocean

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, ICONIQ Impact, ICONIQ Capital's global platform for collaborative philanthropy, announced its Ocean Co-Lab — a philanthropic fund of up to $50 million to support organizations that are harnessing the power of our planet's ocean to fight climate change.

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  • ICONIQ Impact's Ocean Co-Lab will fund 20 projects to help protect our ocean, and our planet, from a climate disaster.
  • NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, ICONIQ Impact, ICONIQ Capital's global platform for collaborative philanthropy, announced its Ocean Co-Lab — a philanthropic fund of up to $50 million to support organizations that are harnessing the power of our planet's ocean to fight climate change.
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    "Our focus at ICONIQ Impact is to identify areas where our collaborative funding can have a catalytic impact and where existing funding is nowhere near commensurate with the need," said Matti Navellou, head of ICONIQ Impact.
  • Philanthropists interested in learning more about or providing additional funding for the Ocean Co-Lab should contact ICONIQ Impact at [email protected] .

New Harris Poll Finds 55% of U.S. Adults Plan to Prioritize Travel Over Other Luxuries Despite Economic Uncertainty

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Tuesday, December 12, 2023
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NEW YORK, Dec. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Intrepid Travel, the world leader in responsible travel, today released findings from their first-ever Travel Pulse in the U.S. market. The survey conducted by The Harris Poll, between November 20-23, 2023, among over 2,000 U.S. adults ages 18+, found that more than half [55%] of respondents plan to prioritize travel over non-essential luxuries despite a challenging economy.

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  • The survey conducted by The Harris Poll, between November 20-23, 2023, among over 2,000 U.S. adults ages 18+, found that more than half [55%] of respondents plan to prioritize travel over non-essential luxuries despite a challenging economy.
  • "Our survey found that only 17% of U.S. adults plan to travel less in 2024.," said Matt Berna, Intrepid Travel President, The Americas.
  • They are investing in travel experiences where they get the most for their money while putting safety first."
  • However, most US adults (57%) say they plan to travel the same in 2024 as they did in 2023, and about 1 in 4 (26%) plan to travel more.

Love by Britto - First Artistically Inspired Dining Experience Celebrating "Love" - Debuting on Sun Princess

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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MIAMI, Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In a first-of-its-kind collaboration, Princess Cruises today announced it is joining with Romero Britto, the world-renowned artist known for his bold, colorful, and joyful style, and a global advocate for happiness, to create Love by Britto, an artistic-inspired dining experience celebrating the essence of "Love" aboard Sun Princess.

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  • Located on deck 17 at the aft of the spectacular new ship, Love by Britto is a groundbreaking addition to the Sun Princess experience portfolio.
  • "With a perfect blend of art, beauty, and soul, Love by Britto is destined to leave a lasting impression."
  • Love by Britto is a testament to Princess Cruises' unwavering commitment to creating exceptional experiences that transcend the ordinary.
  • "With Love by Britto, we've created a one-of-a-kind experience that showcases the harmony between food, art, and the universal language of love, to create an experience that's meant to be savored," said Britto.

Acclaimed Culinary Concepts estiatorio Milos, KYU, and Sushi Noz to Debut Flagship LA Locations at Century Plaza

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Thursday, December 7, 2023
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LOS ANGELES, Dec. 7, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Century Plaza, the Reuben Brothers' transformative six-acre development located along Avenue of the Stars in Century City, is set to redefine the culinary landscape in Los Angeles with the highly anticipated arrival of acclaimed dining establishments estiatorio Milos, KYU, and Sushi Noz. Expected to debut in late 2024, these esteemed restaurants mark a significant milestone for the $2.5 Billion project and will complement Lumière, the renowned French-inspired American brasserie nestled within the iconic Fairmont hotel.

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  • "We have curated an unparalleled collection of internationally acclaimed dining concepts to transform Century Plaza into Los Angeles' premier culinary destination," shared David Reuben Jr. of Reuben Brothers.
  • "With the first California locations of Milos, KYU, and Sushi Noz, we are crafting distinctive experiences unique to Century Plaza.
  • These restaurants have dedicated global followings, and their arrival at Century Plaza sets an extraordinary standard for what's to follow.
  • Under the culinary stewardship of Chef Christopher Arellanes, celebrity hotspot KYU will introduce its award-winning Asian-inspired, wood-fired concept to Century Plaza.

BRAIN BALANCE APPOINTS VERONICA CARDINALE ELLINGER AS NEW CEO

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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Fedele will continue with Brain Balance as a member of the Board of Directors.

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  • Fedele will continue with Brain Balance as a member of the Board of Directors.
  • Brain Balance appoints Veronica Cardinale Ellinger as Chief Executive Officer and member of the Board of Directors.
  • Dominick Fedele expresses his confidence in Ellinger, stating, "Veronica brings in-depth franchise knowledge, operational expertise, and visionary leadership to Brain Balance.
  • "I am honored to take on the role of CEO at Brain Balance because it presents an incredible opportunity to lead an organization dedicated to transforming lives," said Ellinger.

Relais & Châteaux chefs pledge to stop serving eel with immediate effect to prevent its extinction

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023
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PARIS, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The members of Relais & Châteaux's World Culinary Council has voted to immediately remove eel from their own menus and are sending a call to action to the rest of the group's 580 hotels and restaurants to do the same, after its NGO partner Ethic Ocean launched an alert that public authorities must urgently listen to scientists who recommend suspending European eel fishing.

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  • In this context, the 21 Relais & Châteaux chefs elected to the Association's World Culinary Council gathered in October and voted to approve an immediate ban of European eel from its menus.
  • As the world's largest network of chefs, Relais & Châteaux hopes to save this species."
  • Laurent Gardinier said: "We have an acute understanding that Relais & Châteaux, and our very art de vivre, is dependent on nature.
  • To learn more about sustainability at Relais & Châteaux, the Association's annual report with 15 objectives for 2025 and 2030 can be found here: