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The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. Announces Preliminary Results of Rights Offering

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Thursday, December 14, 2023

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MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced the preliminary results of its non-transferable rights offering (the “Offering”) that expired on December 13, 2023 (the “Expiration Date”).

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MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Dec. 14, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Herzfeld Caribbean Basin Fund, Inc. (NASDAQ: CUBA) (the “Fund”) today announced the preliminary results of its non-transferable rights offering (the “Offering”) that expired on December 13, 2023 (the “Expiration Date”).
In the Offering, the Fund received subscription requests for 14,371,838 shares of common stock from rights holders.
Accordingly, a minimum of 7,150,673 shares will be issued as part of the Primary Subscription as described in the registration statement related to the Offering.
The Fund will announce the final results of the Rights Offering in a press release on or about December 18, 2023.

Better Awards Hardworking Family with Home Giveaway and Launches HOPE Grant to Bolster Home Accessibility

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Thursday, December 21, 2023

Today, Better announced Alex and Naomie Miller from Cleveland, Ohio as the winners of the Better Home Giveaway.

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Today, Better announced Alex and Naomie Miller from Cleveland, Ohio as the winners of the Better Home Giveaway.
Naomie grew up in Haiti, where she shared a single room home with nine family members until she was 17.
Alex first traveled to Haiti with a medical relief team in 2010 following the devastating earthquake that rocked the country.
Better plans to build on the success of Home Giveaway through its non-profit affiliate, the Better Opportunity Fund.

AMN Healthcare Study Tracks 45 Languages Spoken in Patient/Provider Encounters in U.S.

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Tuesday, November 14, 2023

The new report is based on more than 204 million minutes – or more than 142,000 days -- of language interpretation services the company provided via AMN Healthcare Language Services for patients in hospitals, medical groups, and other clinical settings. That’s compared to 102 million minutes when AMN Healthcare compiled its inaugural report in 2021, a 100 percent increase in interpretation services provided.

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That’s compared to 102 million minutes when AMN Healthcare compiled its inaugural report in 2021, a 100 percent increase in interpretation services provided.
“Language diversity in healthcare is exploding,” said Jacobia Solomon, President of AMN Healthcare Language Services.
Spanish is the most commonly spoken language other than English in patient/provider encounters in 48 states, according to the report.
“Languages used in patient/provider healthcare encounters generally are regionalized based on migration patterns to the U.S.” Solomon said.

Weill Cornell Medicine to Open Medical Research Center at 1334 York Avenue

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

Weill Cornell Medicine is dramatically expanding its campus and research footprint in New York City by securing five floors of 1334 York Ave., the current home of Sotheby's auction house, the institution announced today.

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Weill Cornell Medicine is dramatically expanding its campus and research footprint in New York City by securing five floors of 1334 York Ave., the current home of Sotheby's auction house, the institution announced today.
Weill Cornell Medicine is committed to excellence in patient care, scientific discovery and the education of future physicians in New York City and around the world.
The doctors and scientists of Weill Cornell Medicine—faculty from Weill Cornell Medical College, Weill Cornell Graduate School of Medical Sciences, and Weill Cornell Physician Organization—are engaged in world-class clinical care and cutting-edge research that connect patients to the latest treatment innovations and prevention strategies.
Weill Cornell Medicine faculty provide exemplary patient care at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Westchester Behavioral Health Center, NewYork-Presbyterian Lower Manhattan Hospital, NewYork-Presbyterian Queens and NewYork-Presbyterian Brooklyn Methodist Hospital.

Culp, Inc. to Webcast Second Quarter Fiscal 2024 Conference Call

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Monday, November 27, 2023

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Culp, Inc. (NYSE: CULP) today announced that it will provide an online, real-time webcast and rebroadcast of its second quarter fiscal 2024 conference call on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.

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Culp, Inc. (NYSE: CULP) today announced that it will provide an online, real-time webcast and rebroadcast of its second quarter fiscal 2024 conference call on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 11:00 a.m.
During this call, Culp will review the company’s financial and operating results for the second quarter ended October 29, 2023.
A press release announcing these results will be issued after the close of market trading on Monday, December 4, 2023.
The live webcast of Culp’s conference call will be available under the “Upcoming Events” section on the Investor Relations page of the company’s website, www.culp.com , on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, beginning at 11:00 a.m.

Eurofins Scientific Announces the Acquisition of Labor 3, Further Expanding Its Offering to the Food and Feed Market in Brazil and the Presence of Eurofins Laboratories in Latin America

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

The acquisition of Labor 3 further expands the Eurofins network of companies’ presence in Latin America, adding to Eurofins laboratories in 5 LATAM countries operating in the fields of the food, agroscience, genomics, environment, pharmaceutical, cosmetic product testing and clinical diagnostics.

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The acquisition of Labor 3 further expands the Eurofins network of companies’ presence in Latin America, adding to Eurofins laboratories in 5 LATAM countries operating in the fields of the food, agroscience, genomics, environment, pharmaceutical, cosmetic product testing and clinical diagnostics.
This acquisition will specifically strengthen the Eurofins network’s support to the food industry in Brazil, through the provision of tests, consulting and supporting evaluation across the entire food production chain, with the highest quality standards and turnaround time.
Known as Eurofins Labor 3 going forward, the laboratory represents the fifth Eurofins Food and Feed Testing laboratory in Brazil.
The origins of Eurofins’ presence in Brazil dates back to 2001, when Eurofins Genescan established its presence in Brazil, setting up an office in São Paulo/SP, shortly followed by the opening of a laboratory.

AECOM to serve as reconstruction delivery partner for Kyiv Boryspil International Airport

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Boryspil International Airport to serve as reconstruction delivery partner for the rebuilding of Boryspil International Airport and support the reconstruction of the broader aviation sector of Ukraine.

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AECOM (NYSE: ACM), the world’s trusted infrastructure consulting firm, today announced that it has signed a memorandum of understanding with Boryspil International Airport to serve as reconstruction delivery partner for the rebuilding of Boryspil International Airport and support the reconstruction of the broader aviation sector of Ukraine.
Located in Kyiv, Boryspil is Ukraine’s largest airport and handled nearly 9.5 million passengers prior to the closure of Ukraine’s air space at the start of the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine.
“With our program management and aviation capabilities, we look forward to working with Boryspil International Airport to restore this strategically important airport and Ukraine’s aviation sector.”
Through the announced partnership, AECOM will provide infrastructure advisory support for the reconstruction of Boryspil International Airport, including asset condition and capability assessment, design, engineering, program management, and construction management.
AECOM has extensive experience participating in reconstruction efforts around the globe, ranging from initial response to recovery and reconstruction, to building long-term resilience.

Witness to War Foundation Adds Four New Board Members

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Monday, November 13, 2023

The Witness to War Foundation (WTW), a non-profit dedicated to preserving the oral histories of combat veterans, is proud to announce the addition of four new members of our board of directors: General Dan Allyn, Sean D. Naylor, Lieutenant Colonel John Phillips, and Lieutenant General Brad Webb.

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The Witness to War Foundation (WTW), a non-profit dedicated to preserving the oral histories of combat veterans, is proud to announce the addition of four new members of our board of directors: General Dan Allyn, Sean D. Naylor, Lieutenant Colonel John Phillips, and Lieutenant General Brad Webb.
Together with the organization’s existing board members, Command Sergeant Major Michael T. Hall and Lieutenant General P.K.
“Ken” Keen, the board will advance WTW’s mission of honoring veterans and educating the public on the sacrifices made to preserve our freedoms.
Lieutenant Colonel John Phillips served in the US Army Field Artillery as both an enlisted soldier and a commissioned officer.

One Planet Group Announces Annual Fundraiser, Holidays with a Purpose

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Monday, November 27, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- One Planet Group, a closely-held private equity firm headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, today announced the return of its annual fundraiser, Holidays with a Purpose. This year's holiday event is designed to benefit two worthy causes, Lidé Haiti and Starfish International, two outstanding organizations dedicated to empowering girls through education in Haiti and The Gambia, respectively.

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SAN FRANCISCO, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- One Planet Group , a closely-held private equity firm headquartered in Walnut Creek, California, today announced the return of its annual fundraiser, Holidays with a Purpose .
At One Planet Group, we believe businesses can and should be elevated to serve humanity.
"At One Planet Group, we believe businesses can and should be elevated to serve humanity.
One Planet Group wholeheartedly embraces the philosophy that service to humanity often benefits the giver more than the receiver.

Build Change Releases Landmark Embodied Carbon Report on Climate-Resilient Housing Retrofits

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

DENVER, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Build Change, a leading social innovator dedicated to resilient housing solutions, announces the release of its pivotal 2023 report, "Saving Embodied Carbon Through Strengthening Existing Housing." Timed strategically ahead of the United Nations COP28 climate conference in the United Arab Emirates, this report presents compelling evidence of the carbon-saving potential of retrofitting existing housing to withstand disaster, and highlights preventative upgrades as a dual solution for both climate adaptation and mitigation.

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DENVER, Nov. 15, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Build Change, a leading social innovator dedicated to resilient housing solutions, announces the release of its pivotal 2023 report, "Saving Embodied Carbon Through Strengthening Existing Housing."
Upgrading vulnerable housing uses only 32% of the embodied carbon that new construction requires, resulting in substantial emissions savings.
Strengthening an existing single story home and adding a second story is also more carbon efficient than building a new single story home.
Dr. Elizabeth Hausler, Founder and CEO of Build Change, remarks, "This report unveils the transformative potential of retrofitting vulnerable housing, demonstrating its capacity to significantly curtail carbon emissions while fortifying the structural integrity of buildings.