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NEW DISTILLERY RECORD ACHIEVED FOR THE GLEN GRANT AFTER THE VISIONARY 68-YEAR-OLD SELLS FOR £212,500 ($256,636 USD) AT THE DISTILLERS ONE OF ONE, THE SECOND RECORD-BREAKING AUCTION IN TWO WEEKS

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

ROTHES, Scotland, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky today announces The Visionary 68-Year-Old has sold for £212,500 ($256,636 USD) - doubling the original high estimate- at The Distillers One of One Auction, with proceeds set to benefit the Distillers' Charity.

Key Points: 
  • ROTHES, Scotland, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky today announces The Visionary 68-Year-Old has sold for £212,500 ($256,636 USD) - doubling the original high estimate- at The Distillers One of One Auction, with proceeds set to benefit the Distillers' Charity.
  • This news comes on the heels of last week's landmark auction in partnership with Sotheby's, in which the Devotion 70-Year-Old was sold for £81,250 ($101,300 USD).
  • Aged for 68 years and drawn from a single oloroso sherry cask, The Visionary rare offering showcases the exceptional quality of the Glen Grant whiskies at high age.
  • While a relative newcomer to the auction scene, The Glen Grant's recent successes highlight the meticulous maturation approach and collectability of the distillery that has called Speyside home since 1840.

NEW DISTILLERY RECORD ACHIEVED FOR THE GLEN GRANT AFTER THE VISIONARY 68-YEAR-OLD SELLS FOR £212,500 ($256,636 USD) AT THE DISTILLERS ONE OF ONE, THE SECOND RECORD-BREAKING AUCTION IN TWO WEEKS

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Thursday, October 5, 2023

ROTHES, Scotland, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky today announces The Visionary 68-Year-Old has sold for £212,500 ($256,636 USD) - doubling the original high estimate- at The Distillers One of One Auction, with proceeds set to benefit the Distillers' Charity.

Key Points: 
  • ROTHES, Scotland, Oct. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky today announces The Visionary 68-Year-Old has sold for £212,500 ($256,636 USD) - doubling the original high estimate- at The Distillers One of One Auction, with proceeds set to benefit the Distillers' Charity.
  • This news comes on the heels of last week's landmark auction in partnership with Sotheby's, in which the Devotion 70-Year-Old was sold for £81,250 ($101,300 USD).
  • Aged for 68 years and drawn from a single oloroso sherry cask, The Visionary rare offering showcases the exceptional quality of the Glen Grant whiskies at high age.
  • While a relative newcomer to the auction scene, The Glen Grant's recent successes highlight the meticulous maturation approach and collectability of the distillery that has called Speyside home since 1840.

THE GLEN GRANT SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY REVEALS DEVOTION 70-YEAR-OLD, A SCULPTURAL MASTERPIECE AND THE OLDEST EVER RELEASE FROM THE DISTILLERY

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

ROTHES, Scotland, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky, located in the heart of Speyside, is pleased to announce the oldest ever release from the distillery in its 180 years. The Glen Grant Devotion is an exquisite 70-year-old single malt whisky, presented as a handcrafted sculptural masterpiece, many years in the making. Inspired by the remarkable reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, this release is a tribute to seventy years of resolute service and a lifelong devotion to nature. These commitments, shared by forefather James 'The Major' Grant and Master Distiller Dennis Malcolm OBE, lie at the very core of The Glen Grant. The first of just seven decanters will be auctioned exclusively by Sotheby's in an online sale opening this week.

Key Points: 
  • The Glen Grant Devotion is an exquisite 70-year-old single malt whisky, presented as a handcrafted sculptural masterpiece, many years in the making.
  • These commitments, shared by forefather James 'The Major' Grant and Master Distiller Dennis Malcolm OBE, lie at the very core of The Glen Grant.
  • Sourced from a single French oak butt seasoned with oloroso sherry filled in 1953 at The Glen Grant distillery, Devotion was hand-selected for its lifetime of character achieved through exquisite maturation.
  • Showcasing the excellence and unparalleled aging potential of The Glen Grant whiskies, the whisky is at a high strength of 55.5% abv.

THE GLEN GRANT SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY REVEALS DEVOTION 70-YEAR-OLD, A SCULPTURAL MASTERPIECE AND THE OLDEST EVER RELEASE FROM THE DISTILLERY

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

ROTHES, Scotland, Sept. 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Glen Grant Single Malt Scotch Whisky, located in the heart of Speyside, is pleased to announce the oldest ever release from the distillery in its 180 years. The Glen Grant Devotion is an exquisite 70-year-old single malt whisky, presented as a handcrafted sculptural masterpiece, many years in the making. Inspired by the remarkable reign of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, this release is a tribute to seventy years of resolute service and a lifelong devotion to nature. These commitments, shared by forefather James 'The Major' Grant and Master Distiller Dennis Malcolm OBE, lie at the very core of The Glen Grant. The first of just seven decanters will be auctioned exclusively by Sotheby's in an online sale opening this week. 

Key Points: 
  • The Glen Grant Devotion is an exquisite 70-year-old single malt whisky, presented as a handcrafted sculptural masterpiece, many years in the making.
  • These commitments, shared by forefather James 'The Major' Grant and Master Distiller Dennis Malcolm OBE, lie at the very core of The Glen Grant.
  • Sourced from a single French oak butt seasoned with oloroso sherry filled in 1953 at The Glen Grant distillery, Devotion was hand-selected for its lifetime of character achieved through exquisite maturation.
  • Showcasing the excellence and unparalleled aging potential of The Glen Grant whiskies, the whisky is at a high strength of 55.5% abv.

Verragio Announces Category Expansion with Launch of Verragio Fine Jewelry

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Tuesday, May 16, 2023

NEW YORK, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Verragio, the leading New York City-based designer of handcrafted diamond engagement rings and wedding rings, announced today its long-awaited category expansion – introducing Verragio Fine Jewelry. The extensive collection of luxury jewelry pieces and brand-new styles further showcases Verragio's dedication to providing consumers with jewelry Unlike Any Other.

Key Points: 
  • NEW YORK, May 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Verragio , the leading New York City-based designer of handcrafted diamond engagement rings and wedding rings, announced today its long-awaited category expansion – introducing Verragio Fine Jewelry.
  • "We are so excited to finally share the launch news of Verragio Fine Jewelry," said Barry Verragio, CEO & Founder of Verragio.
  • We look forward to meeting with our retail partners at Couture in just a few weeks and introducing Verragio Fine Jewelry to customers everywhere."
  • "It has been such a joy bringing the Verragio Fine Jewelry category to life," said Sophia Macris, Creative Director of Verragio.

LucidLink Powers Production of One of the First-Ever Fully-Remote-Produced Oscar Winning Films

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Thursday, April 6, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, April 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LucidLink, pioneers in high-performance remote collaboration for the world's largest studios, brands, and creative professionals, powered production of Academy Award-Winning Best Animated Short Film The Boy, the Mole, the Fox and the Horse. The first winner in its category with a fully-remote production, the film relied on LucidLink for production workflow collaboration during the height of COVID-19 lockdowns. This collaboration marks a new era of remote and hybrid filmmaking, made possible by LucidLink's Filespaces, which offers a near-local user experience for creative teams around the world.

Key Points: 
  • The first winner in its category with a fully-remote production, the film relied on LucidLink for production workflow collaboration during the height of COVID-19 lockdowns.
  • When the makers of The Boy, the Mole, the Fox, and the Horse began production on their soon-to-be Oscar-Winning film, they faced a number of challenges.
  • "At LucidLink, we are passionate about enabling collaboration that transcends borders and unlocks unlimited potential for creativity," says Peter Thompson, CEO and co-founder of LucidLink.
  • Other recent LucidLink projects include 2022 feature film Devotion, hit TV series Atlanta, FX show The Bear, and recently-released thriller Missing.

Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation Receives Record-Breaking $65 Million Gift

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Monday, December 12, 2022

ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) today announced the largest gift received in its 60-year history, from Fred Smith, Marine Corps veteran and founder and chairman of FedEx. The $65 million-dollar gift will make a life-changing difference for thousands of military families. The donation bolsters the mission set forth by the MCSF of honoring Marines by providing scholarships for their children attending post-high school, undergraduate, and career and technical education programs in all 50 states.

Key Points: 
  • ALEXANDRIA, Va., Dec. 12, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation (MCSF) today announced the largest gift received in its 60-year history, from Fred Smith, Marine Corps veteran and founder and chairman of FedEx.
  • TheMarine Corps Scholarship Foundation(MCSF) today announced the largest gift received in its 60-year history, fromFred Smith, Marine Corps veteran and founder and chairman of FedEx.
  • In addition to benefitting the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation, the MCSF has been entrusted to use half of the funds to establish the Brown Hudner Navy Scholarship Foundation.
  • About The Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation:
    Established in 1962, the Marine Corps Scholarship Foundation is the Nation's oldest and largest provider of need-based scholarships for military children.

How DevotionDresses is Disrupting the Bridal Industry to Make Europe's Finest Designers and Dressmakers More Accessible

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Monday, November 21, 2022

LOS ANGELES, Nov. 21, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Over the past few years it is no secret that the bridal industry has suffered immensely. From canceled or postponed weddings to closed businesses, suspended travel, and everything in between; the bridal industry is eager to get back on its feet, celebrate love, and play an instrumental role in curating unforgettable memories for women around the world. One company, however, set out on a mission to flip the bridal industry on its head, offering a luxury atelier bridal shopping experience from anywhere in the world.

Key Points: 
  • One company, however, set out on a mission to flip the bridal industry on its head, offering a luxury atelier bridal shopping experience from anywhere in the world.
  • DevotionDresses is a global bridal marketplace connecting brides directly to Europe's finest dressmakers and designers offering thousands of premium wedding dresses at a fraction of the retail price.
  • Shipping to brides anywhere in the world, DevotionDresses is changing the face of the industry one dress at a time.
  • DevotionDresses requests over 20 different measurements from each bride to ensure a perfect fit and an unforgettable custom experience, every time.

'Top Gun: Maverick' actor Glen Powell to receive Bob Hope Award

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Wednesday, August 24, 2022

KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Medal of Honor Celebration Committee is pleased to announce that actor Glen Powell, currently starring with Tom Cruise in the blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick," will receive the Bob Hope Award for Entertainment at the upcoming Medal of Honor Celebration in Knoxville in September. He will join fellow Medal of Honor award recipients, Ambassador Nikki Haley, NBC News Correspondent Courtney Kube and Dr. Timothy Miller at the Patriot Awards Gala on Sept. 10.

Key Points: 
  • KNOXVILLE, Tenn., Aug. 24, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Medal of Honor Celebration Committee is pleased to announce that actor Glen Powell, currently starring with Tom Cruise in the blockbuster "Top Gun: Maverick," will receive the Bob Hope Award for Entertainment at the upcoming Medal of Honor Celebration in Knoxville in September.
  • "I've spent much of my career trying to tell the stories of our men and women in uniform with integrity and accuracy," said Powell.
  • The Medal of Honor Celebration is an annual gathering for recipients ofthe United States'highest military award for valor.
  • Sinise is also a previous recipient of the Bob Hope Award.

Merz Aesthetics® Announces Joe Jonas as New Xeomin® (incobotulinumtoxinA) Brand Partner

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Tuesday, August 16, 2022

Merz Aesthetics, the worlds largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, today announced Joe Jonas as the latest Xeomin (incobotulinumtoxinA) brand partner.

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  • Merz Aesthetics, the worlds largest dedicated medical aesthetics business, today announced Joe Jonas as the latest Xeomin (incobotulinumtoxinA) brand partner.
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    Merz Aesthetics announces Joe Jonas as new Xeomin (incobotulinumtoxinA) brand partner (Photo: Business Wire)
    Making the decision to have an aesthetic treatment was really about self-care and looking and feeling like the best version of myself, said 33-year-old Jonas, who is known for his confidence and charisma onstage.
  • The announcement of Jonas as the newest Xeomin brand partner is also the start of a multi-channel campaign from Merz Aesthetics, which includes unique content and experiential activations all creatively integrated to reach todays customers and consumers wherever they are.
  • Joe Jonas epitomizes what it means to live with confidence, said Patrick Urban, Merz Aesthetics President, North America.