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ECB confirms remuneration ceiling for euro area government deposits and adjusts remuneration of other non-monetary policy deposits

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Thursday, April 18, 2024

Stock market development and familiarity (language and distance) are considered key determinants for home bias.

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  • Stock market development and familiarity (language and distance) are considered key determinants for home bias.
  • The literature neglects however that investors often invest in foreign funds domiciled in financial centers.

Pittsburgh Post-Gazette Features One of Zefiro Methane’s Subsidiaries in an Article on Orphaned Wells in Pennsylvania

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Friday, April 5, 2024

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., April 05, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- ZEFIRO METHANE CORP. (the “Company”, “Zefiro”, or “ZEFI”) is pleased to announce that earlier this week, the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette newspaper published an article on opportunities stemming from the orphaned well problem in the state of Pennsylvania, featuring commentary and insights from Plants & Goodwin, Inc. (“Plants & Goodwin” or “P&G”), one of Zefiro’s operating subsidiaries which was acquired by the Company in May 2023. Plants & Goodwin is headquartered in Bradford, Pennsylvania, and also operates in the states of New York, Ohio, and West Virginia.

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  • An untold amount of orphaned oil and gas wells exist in the state of Pennsylvania.
  • Plants & Goodwin is headquartered in Bradford, Pennsylvania, and also operates in the states of New York, Ohio, and West Virginia.
  • Please access the Investors section of the Company’s website for a version of this press release containing all published media.
  • In contrast to legacy ‘ESG’ values, we do not seek to divert capital away from the oil and gas industry.

Mario Surprises Travelers in JetBlue Terminal 5 at John F. Kennedy Airport; Photos Available on Business Wire’s Website and the Associated Press Photo Network

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Monday, April 8, 2024

Nintendo of America and JetBlue are bringing smiles to travelers of all ages with the engaging “Nintendo Switch On the Go” pop-up, located at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport in JetBlue Terminal 5, now through April 20; photos are available on Business Wire’s website and the Associated Press photo network.

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  • Nintendo of America and JetBlue are bringing smiles to travelers of all ages with the engaging “Nintendo Switch On the Go” pop-up, located at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport in JetBlue Terminal 5, now through April 20; photos are available on Business Wire’s website and the Associated Press photo network.
  • In this photo provided by Nintendo of America, families play games together at the “Nintendo Switch On the Go” popup in JetBlue’s Terminal 5 in John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City.
  • In this photo, Nintendo of America hosts an activation at JetBlue’s Terminal 5 in John F. Kennedy International Airport in New York City through April 20.
  • Traveling families are invited to visit some of Mushroom Kingdom’s favorite characters via gameplay at the “Nintendo Switch On the Go” pop-up.

Arctic7 Set To Be Acquired By Media, Technology & Entertainment Company Grom Social Enterprises, Inc

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Thursday, March 14, 2024

AUSTIN, Texas, March 14, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  Arctic7, which provides a  robust suite of full game and co-development services together with own intellectual property  development within gaming, and virtual production services for the movie and TV industry, has  today announced it has agreed to be acquired by Grom Social Enterprises, Inc (NASDAQ: GROM). 

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  • Grom – a media, technology, and entertainment company focused on family-friendly programming,  web filtering technology and safe social media for kids – has entered into a non-binding letter of  intent to acquire Arctic7.
  • Grom aims to complement its existing entertainment offerings of safe,  social media for kids and its growing catalog of original intellectual property with a move into  gaming.
  • Teaming up with Grom allows us to more vigorously pursue a roll up strategy approach to potentially expand our business even further.
  • In the coming weeks and months, Grom and Arctic7 intend to explore partnership  opportunities and titles presented by the Grom acquisition.

Transcontinental Inc. Announces Results for the First Quarter of Fiscal 2024

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Tuesday, March 12, 2024

MONTRÉAL, March 12, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Transcontinental Inc. (TSX: TCL.A TCL.B) announces its results for the first quarter of fiscal 2024, which ended January 28, 2024.

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  • Revenues decreased by $26.6 million, or 3.8%, from $707.0 million in the first quarter of 2023 to $680.4 million in the corresponding period of 2024.
  • Operating earnings before depreciation and amortization increased by $6.8 million, or 9.0%, from $75.9 million in the first quarter of 2023 to $82.7 million in the first quarter of 2024.
  • Adjusted operating earnings before depreciation and amortization increased by $12.0 million, or 14.3%, from $84.1 million in the first quarter of 2023 to $96.1 million in the first quarter of 2024.
  • Net earnings attributable to shareholders of the Corporation increased by $12.9 million, from $1.0 million in the first quarter of 2023 to $13.9 million in the first quarter of 2024.

Gibbs Law Group Files Class Action Lawsuit on Behalf of Healthcare Providers Harmed by Change Healthcare Data Breach

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024

On March 18, 2024, Gibbs Law Group filed a class action lawsuit against Change Healthcare Inc., Optum, Inc. and UnitedHealth Group Incorporated following a massive data breach that has disrupted critical infrastructure in the U.S. healthcare system since February 21, 2024.

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  • On March 18, 2024, Gibbs Law Group filed a class action lawsuit against Change Healthcare Inc., Optum, Inc. and UnitedHealth Group Incorporated following a massive data breach that has disrupted critical infrastructure in the U.S. healthcare system since February 21, 2024.
  • The lawsuit was filed on behalf of healthcare providers whose use of Change Healthcare’s services was disrupted due to the data breach and related shutdown of the Change Healthcare computer networks.
  • Affected healthcare providers have been unable to get paid on claims for medical services they have provided since the breach occurred.
  • Healthcare providers who believe they were impacted by the Change Healthcare data breach should contact our legal team for a free case evaluation by calling 510-369-0259 or visiting our website: Change Healthcare Class Action Lawsuit .

Gibbs Law Group Files Class Action Lawsuit on Behalf of Consumers Harmed by Change Healthcare Data Breach

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024

On March 12, 2024, Gibbs Law Group filed a class action lawsuit against Change Healthcare Inc. following a massive data breach impacting the single largest healthcare payment processor in North America.

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  • On March 12, 2024, Gibbs Law Group filed a class action lawsuit against Change Healthcare Inc. following a massive data breach impacting the single largest healthcare payment processor in North America.
  • Consumers, patients, and healthcare providers who believe they were impacted by the Change Healthcare data breach should contact our legal team for a free case evaluation by calling 510-369-0259 or visiting our website: Change Healthcare Class Action Lawsuit .
  • On February 21, 2024, a data breach at Change Healthcare resulted in hackers accessing confidential health and personal information of millions of consumers.
  • Change Healthcare recently confirmed that ransomware group ALPHV, or Blackcat, a group known for healthcare company ransomware attacks, was responsible for the breach, according to the Associated Press.

Palestinian Journalist Samar Abu Elouf Wins IWMF 2024 Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award

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Thursday, April 4, 2024

WASHINGTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) today announced freelance photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf as the 10th annual recipient of its Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award. The global recognition honors women photojournalists who document humanity amid conflict as well as the challenges facing marginalized populations worldwide. This year's award is being issued on April 4, 2024, the 10th anniversary of German photojournalist Anja Niedringhaus's passing; Niedringhaus was killed while on assignment in Afghanistan with the Associated Press.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The International Women's Media Foundation (IWMF) today announced freelance photojournalist Samar Abu Elouf as the 10th annual recipient of its Anja Niedringhaus Courage in Photojournalism Award .
  • This year's award is being issued on April 4, 2024, the 10th anniversary of German photojournalist Anja Niedringhaus 's passing; Niedringhaus was killed while on assignment in Afghanistan with the Associated Press.
  • "I am honored to receive this award, to be recognized for my work in Gaza, and to follow in the footsteps of Anja's courage," said Abu Elouf.
  • Anja Niedringhaus was a recipient of the IWMF Courage in Journalism Award in 2005.

Indira Lakshmanan Joins U.S. News as Ideas & Opinions Editor

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Wednesday, April 3, 2024

WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in empowering informed decisions through news, rankings and advice, today announced that Indira Lakshmanan has joined the company to start an Ideas & Opinions platform. In this newly created role, Lakshmanan will be responsible for developing and overseeing content that provides perspective, insight and thought leadership around current issues and events.

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  • WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. News & World Report, the global authority in empowering informed decisions through news, rankings and advice, today announced that Indira Lakshmanan has joined the company to start an Ideas & Opinions platform.
  • In this newly created role, Lakshmanan will be responsible for developing and overseeing content that provides perspective, insight and thought leadership around current issues and events.
  • U.S. News is the right platform to share insightful ideas and opinions, and Indira is the perfect person to lead this effort."
  • I'm excited to expand that platform to feature thought leaders who will bring fresh ideas and perspectives to local, national and global conversations."

Boao Near-Zero Carbon Zone showcases China's Green Development

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Thursday, March 28, 2024

Reporters attending the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024 were impressed by the Boao Near-Zero Carbon Demonstration Zone when visiting the computer room of the BFA Hotel on Mar.

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  • Reporters attending the Boao Forum for Asia (BFA) Annual Conference 2024 were impressed by the Boao Near-Zero Carbon Demonstration Zone when visiting the computer room of the BFA Hotel on Mar.
  • Located on Dongyu Island in Bo'ao in China's southern province of Hainan, the 1.92 km2-large Boao Near-Zero Carbon Demonstration Zone is an island of green.
  • Hu Yaowen added that the Boao Near-Zero Carbon Demonstration Zone highlights green carbon reduction renovation in an urban setting.
  • According to Li Baodong, Secretary-General of the BFA, the launch of the Boao Near-Zero Carbon Demonstration Zone is a huge achievement that impressed Forum attendees.