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CGTN Releases: Witnessing History: 50 Years Ago the UN Restored China's Lawful Seat

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Monday, October 25, 2021
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Iftikhar Ali was at the UN on the day in 1971 working as a Pakistani journalist.

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  • Iftikhar Ali was at the UN on the day in 1971 working as a Pakistani journalist.
  • Back then there was no internet or text and even phoning was spotty.
  • CGTN has been covering the anniversary from the UN to Beijing and beyond online and on TV.
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U.S. Households Pay $925 a Year in Hidden Costs Associated With Paying Bills

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Thursday, October 21, 2021
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doxo , the innovative web and mobile bill pay service, today released its newest doxoINSIGHTS statistical report: The Hidden Costs of Bill Pay 2021 .

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  • doxo , the innovative web and mobile bill pay service, today released its newest doxoINSIGHTS statistical report: The Hidden Costs of Bill Pay 2021 .
  • The hidden bill pay costs obscured in identity fraud, late fees, overdraft fees, and detrimental credit impacts amount to an additional $119 billion annually, averaging $925 per household.
  • doxos report uncovers the concerns American consumers have about these hidden costs and quantifies the expense for the typical U.S. household.
  • Hidden bill pay costs like identity fraud, detrimental credit impacts, late fees and overdraft fees are a major avoidable expense for many consumers.

Associated Capital Reports Preliminary Third Quarter Book Value of $42.15 to $42.35 Per Share

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Tuesday, October 19, 2021
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Associated Capital Group, Inc. (AC or the Company), announced today a range of its third quarter preliminary book value of $42.15 to $42.35 per share, compared to $42.21 per share at June 30, 2021.

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  • Associated Capital Group, Inc. (AC or the Company), announced today a range of its third quarter preliminary book value of $42.15 to $42.35 per share, compared to $42.21 per share at June 30, 2021.
  • Assets under management were $1.680 billion at September 30, 2021 as compared to $1.251 billion at September 30, 2020.
  • Associated Capital will be issuing further details on its financial results in early November.
  • We have also earmarked proprietary capital for our direct investment business that invests in new and existing businesses.

Associated Bank announces minimum wage increase to $17 per hour

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Monday, October 18, 2021
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GREEN BAY, Wis., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) today announced plans to raise its minimum hourly wage from $15 to $17 per hour effective November 21, 2021.

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  • GREEN BAY, Wis., Oct. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE: ASB) today announced plans to raise its minimum hourly wage from $15 to $17 per hour effective November 21, 2021.
  • "It's the commitment of our colleagues that has earned Associated Bank it's #1 ranking in customer satisfaction," said Andy Harmening, president and CEO, Associated Bank.
  • "We're focused on providing tools and opportunities for colleagues to develop their careers at Associated Bank," said Angie DeWitt, chief human resource officer, Associated Bank.
  • In 2022, Associated Bank is offering benefit enhancements including new 100% paid financial wellness benefits, pet insurance and no health insurance premium increases.

AP Content Services expands in Asia

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Friday, October 15, 2021
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TOKYO, Oct. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AP Content Services works with brands and advertisers worldwide to create and distribute authentic, impactful and informative content in video, text and photos through the AP distribution network .

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  • TOKYO, Oct. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AP Content Services works with brands and advertisers worldwide to create and distribute authentic, impactful and informative content in video, text and photos through the AP distribution network .
  • Clients can distribute paid-for content on the AP wire, APNews.com and the AP News app and AP Content Services-created content via AP-branded social media accounts.
  • AP Content Services is separate from the editorial operations of the AP newsroom and the content created does not involve AP editorial staff.
  • We are pleased to expand our AP Content Services offerings for our clients in Asia, said AP Content Services Asia Sales Manager Chie Tsuda, based in Tokyo.

More Than One Thousand Contractors Unite to Promote Inclusion in the Construction Industry During the Inaugural Construction Inclusion Week: October 18-22, 2021

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Thursday, October 14, 2021
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NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The inaugural Construction Inclusion Week, organized by Time for Change, kicks off on Monday, October 18, 2021.

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  • NEW YORK, Oct. 14, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The inaugural Construction Inclusion Week, organized by Time for Change, kicks off on Monday, October 18, 2021.
  • Construction Inclusion Week provides five days of content and resources designed to promote inclusion and enable hard conversations regarding diversity within the Construction Industry.
  • Construction Inclusion Week invites every member of the construction industry to unite to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
  • Construction Inclusion Week will harness the collective power of the construction industry to build awareness regarding the need to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion in the industry.

Republic Urban Properties and Blach/Cahill JV Partner with Prescient Co. to Employ Innovative Metal Framing System

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Wednesday, October 13, 2021
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In sourcing materials for Gateway at Millbrae Station, the partners werent looking for small ways to cut costs and timelines.

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  • In sourcing materials for Gateway at Millbrae Station, the partners werent looking for small ways to cut costs and timelines.
  • To Republic Urban Properties and Blach/Cahill, the Prescient system has been a game-changer for this large-scale project.
  • Blach/Cahill introduced Prescient to Republic Urban Properties as a solution for the massive housing projects unique timeline challenges and the desire to employ an efficient metal-frame construction methodology.
  • Our industry may be struggling, trying to maintain costs and schedules, but we are experiencing success, said Reyad Katwan, COO of Republic Urban Properties.

Associated Bank Auto Finance launches indirect auto lending service in 16 states

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Tuesday, October 12, 2021
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Initially, Associated Bank Auto Finance will be available to qualifying automobile dealerships in thirteen states including Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.

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  • Initially, Associated Bank Auto Finance will be available to qualifying automobile dealerships in thirteen states including Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, New York, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, Vermont, New Hampshire and Maine.
  • Associated Bank Auto Finance will be led by Craig Stickney who comes to Associated with decades of experience in the space.
  • Most recently, Stickney headed dealer finance at KeyBank and is bringing the majority of that team to Associated Bank to launch the indirect auto lending channel.
  • Associated Bank Auto Finance will be available 362 days per year including Saturdays, Sundays and most holidays.

Gilbane Building Company Receives Associated General Contractors Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award

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Thursday, October 7, 2021
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PROVIDENCE, R.I., Oct. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company received the 2021 Associated General Contractors (AGC) Large Contractor Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award at the AGC's annual convention in Orlando, FL.

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  • PROVIDENCE, R.I., Oct. 7, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Gilbane Building Company received the 2021 Associated General Contractors (AGC) Large Contractor Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Award at the AGC's annual convention in Orlando, FL.
  • "Earning the AGC Diversity and Inclusion Excellence Award is such a great honor because it means we're moving in the right direction," said Yvette Stevens, Director of Economic Inclusion and Community Affairs at Gilbane Building Company.
  • Gilbane has prioritized inclusion and diversity as a core company commitment and recognizes that the commitment in this area must be continuous in order to effect change.
  • "Gilbane knows that inclusion is the fuel that drives diversity," explains Kavon McAdams, Inclusion Program Manager at Gilbane Building Company.

Balfour Beatty Hosts Annual "Together Allies" Virtual Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Summit for Global Diversity Awareness Month

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Tuesday, October 5, 2021
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In observance of Global Diversity Awareness Month, Balfour Beatty is hosting its first annual Together Allies conference dedicated to the companys Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) commitment.

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  • In observance of Global Diversity Awareness Month, Balfour Beatty is hosting its first annual Together Allies conference dedicated to the companys Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) commitment.
  • Global Diversity Awareness Month is another opportunity to reinforce the business imperative of diversity, equity and inclusion and ensure that our company promotes safe and inclusive workplaces where everyones voice matters, said Leon Blondin, Balfour Beatty chief executive officer.
  • Balfour Beattys Together Allies virtual DE&I summit begins with an opening keynote on Oct. 5 and concludes with a summit capstone on Oct. 26.
  • Balfour Beatty is ranked among the top domestic building contractors in the United States by Engineering News-Record.