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Lowlands Festival in the Netherlands Explores Science: From Mosquito Attraction to Trust Perception in a Unique Collaborative Venture

(IN BRIEF) The Lowlands festival in the Netherlands is hosting the Lowlands Science initiative in collaboration with the Dutch Research Agenda (NWA). This effort aims to make science accessible to a wide audience by merging the expertise of artists, scientists, … Read the full press release

AstraZeneca Showcases Promising Advances in Lung Cancer Treatments at IASLC Conference 2023

(IN BRIEF) AstraZeneca is advancing its lung cancer portfolio at the International Association for the Study of Lung Cancer (IASLC) 2023 World Conference on Lung Cancer. The company is aiming to have an AstraZeneca medicine for over half of all … Read the full press release

ESC Congress 2023 Unveils Cutting-Edge Cardiovascular Research: Hot Line Studies and Guideline Updates to Shape Medical Practice

(IN BRIEF) The ESC Congress 2023 is set to take place from August 25 to 28 in Amsterdam, offering the latest in cardiovascular science. The event will feature a packed Press Conference program, presenting results from 30 major studies in … Read the full press release

ABP Coastal Half Marathon and 10k Returns to Cleethorpes: Volunteers Wanted for Event Support

(IN BRIEF) The ABP Coastal Half Marathon and 10k is set to take place on September 17th at Cleethorpes, with participants from around the country registered for the event. The organizers, Tape2Tape, are seeking volunteers known as Race Makers to … Read the full press release

Liverpool Literary Festival Returns with Notable Line-Up including Stuart Maconie and Melanie Sykes

(IN BRIEF) The upcoming eighth edition of the Liverpool Literary Festival, scheduled from October 6 to October 8, will feature renowned broadcaster Stuart Maconie and former TV presenter Melanie Sykes. The festival, known for hosting inspiring discussions with prominent authors, … Read the full press release

Russian Emigrés Amplify Pleas of “I Want You to Live” through Art

(IN BRIEF) Russian emigrants opposing war have come together in the “Art of Peace” artist residency, backed by Campaigns for Humanity. This initiative facilitates connections among conflict-affected artists, providing a platform for expressing anti-war sentiments. Notable projects include “Road Signs,” … Read the full press release

Malawian Experts to Deliver Public Lectures in University of Dundee’s Africa Lecture Series, Addressing Research, Innovation, and Agri-Food Transformation

(IN BRIEF) Malawian experts, Professors Aggrey Ambali and Richard Mkandawire, will deliver public lectures as part of the University of Dundee’s Africa Lecture Series. The lectures will focus on research and innovation, as well as transforming agri-food systems. These lectures … Read the full press release

Audi Customer Racing Triumphs: Multiple Wins in Australia and Indonesia Racing Events

(IN BRIEF) Audi Sport customer racing teams achieved multiple victories in racing events held in Australia and Asia. In the GT World Challenge Australia powered by AWS, Audi R8 LMS cars won both races, with drivers Liam Talbot and Max … Read the full press release

Exhibition ‘Flashes of Memory. Photography during the Holocaust’ Extended in Berlin with Volkswagen Group’s Continued Educational Partnership

(IN BRIEF) The exhibition ‘Flashes of Memory. Photography during the Holocaust,’ originally scheduled to run from March 24 to August 20, 2023, at the ‘Museum für Fotografie’ in Berlin, will be extended to January 28, 2024, due to overwhelming visitor … Read the full press release

Team Sonnenwagen Presents Efficient Solar Car ‘Adelie’ with Covestro’s Support Ahead of Australian Solar Challenge

(IN BRIEF) Team Sonnenwagen, a group of students from RWTH Aachen University and Aachen University of Applied Sciences, has developed a highly efficient solar car named “Adelie” to participate in the Bridgestone World Solar Challenge, a challenging solar race across … Read the full press release

Ströer Reports Resilient H1 2023 Results with Strong OOH and Digital Growth Amid Challenging Market

(IN BRIEF) Ströer SE & Co. KGaA has reported its first-half 2023 results, showcasing a 7% increase in consolidated revenue to EUR 865 million amidst challenging market conditions. The company outperformed the contracting German advertising market by more than 10 … Read the full press release

Banijay’s MasterChef to Debut in French-Canadian Market, Cookery Competition Set to Inspire Culinary Enthusiasts in Quebec

(IN BRIEF) Banijay, a prominent media and entertainment company, announces that its popular cooking show, MasterChef, will be adapted for French-Canada. Produced by Pixcom in collaboration with Quebecor Content, the show will feature cooking enthusiasts competing against each other to … Read the full press release

Loughborough University’s Cyclists Shine at Cycling World Championships with Record-Breaking Performance

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University’s participation in the Cycling World Championships began with a British record set by current student Sophie Capewell in the women’s team sprint. Capewell, along with her teammates Emma Finucane and Lauren Bell, qualified fastest with a … Read the full press release

Continental Automotive Recognizes Top Suppliers with ‘Supplier of the Year’ Awards in Onsite Ceremony

(IN BRIEF) Continental Automotive held an onsite ceremony to honor its best suppliers for 2022 with the “Supplier of the Year” awards. The event marked a return to in-person gatherings after three years of virtual presentations due to the pandemic. … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Empowers Young Creatives with Free Workshops to Play Unstoppable and Break Gender Stereotypes

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has launched a series of free workshops as part of its Play Unstoppable initiative to encourage creative expression among children aged 6-12. The workshops, led by trailblazing creatives, aim to celebrate girls’ potential and break … Read the full press release

Business Coach John Amaechi to Lead Region-Wide Discussion on Leadership Challenges in Exeter

(IN BRIEF) Renowned business coach John Amaechi OBE, an Honorary Professor at the University of Exeter Business School, will return to Exeter to lead discussions on leadership. He aims to engage with CEOs and senior leaders in the region, fostering … Read the full press release

Vivendi Sponsors Venice International Film Festival and Showcases Original Series

(IN BRIEF) Vivendi will sponsor the 80th Venice International Film Festival, and Canal+ original series “D’Argent et de Sang” will premiere at the event. Vivendi and Canal+ Group will partner with Screens of Tomorrow to promote inclusive and sustainable storytelling. … Read the full press release

BILD TV to Air Live Handball Bundesliga Matches Every Sunday in Cooperation with Dyn

(IN BRIEF) BILD TV, in cooperation with Dyn, will start showing one selected top match of the Handball Bundesliga live on free TV on every matchday from August 27, 2023. The kickoff will be the match between THW Kiel and … Read the full press release

Lloyds Bank Warns Football Fans of Soaring Online Ticket Scams Ahead of Premier League Season

(IN BRIEF) Lloyds Bank warns football fans about the rising threat of online ticket scams as the new English Premier League season approaches. Reported fraud cases related to football ticket purchases more than doubled last season, with victims losing an … Read the full press release

Loughborough University Student Lauren Cox Wins Bronze at Swimming World Championships

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University student Lauren Cox made history by winning a bronze medal in the Women’s 50m Backstroke at the Swimming World Championships in Fukuoka, Japan. She became the first British woman in seven years to medal individually at … Read the full press release

Loughborough University’s Impressive Contingent Ready for World Athletics Championships

(IN BRIEF) Loughborough University will be well-represented at the upcoming World Athletics Championships in Budapest, with a significant number of current students and alumni set to compete. The university’s athletes will participate in various events, including the 800m, pole vault, … Read the full press release

Dutch Racer Demi Vollering Triumphs as Škoda Sponsors Second Edition of Tour de France Femmes avec ZWIFT

(IN BRIEF) The second edition of the Tour de France Femmes avec ZWIFT concluded with Dutch racer Demi Vollering emerging as the overall winner. The points classification was won by Belgian Lotte Kopecky, who received a green trophy made of … Read the full press release

New App Links Carbon Emissions to Melting Arctic Sea Ice, Revealing Impact on Global Warming

(IN BRIEF) A new app developed by Arctic Basecamp, in collaboration with Earthrise Media, uses AI and ClimateTRACE data to reveal the impact of global carbon emissions on rapidly melting Arctic sea ice. The app allows users to input a … Read the full press release

Dassault Systèmes Demonstrates Enhanced GEOVIA Mining Software Solutions at 26th World Mining Congress

(IN BRIEF) Dassault Systèmes is showcasing its GEOVIA mining software solutions during the 26th World Mining Congress in Brisbane, Australia. The GEOVIA portfolio, including geology, earth design, earth resources management, and geospatial capabilities, is being integrated into the 3DEXPERIENCE platform. … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto Celebrates 20 Years of Tour de France Partnership with Electrifying Finale and Special Trophies

(IN BRIEF) The 110th Tour de France concluded with Danish rider Jonas Vingegaard winning the overall title, accompanied by a camouflaged new Superb Combi provided by Škoda Auto. The crystal trophies for the winners were created by Škoda’s design team. … Read the full press release

Electrolux Group Reports Decline in Sales and Initiates Asset Divestment in Q2 2023

(IN BRIEF) Electrolux Group’s second-quarter report reveals a decline in net sales due to weak market demand and consumer shifts to lower price points, resulting in significantly lower volumes. Operating income was impacted by a non-recurring provision related to a … Read the full press release

Cargotec Announces Share Repurchase Program for Incentive Programs

(IN BRIEF) Cargotec Corporation has announced its decision to initiate a share repurchase program. The Board of Directors will exercise the authorization granted by the Annual General Meeting on March 23, 2023. Cargotec plans to repurchase 400,000 class B shares, … Read the full press release

Cargotec Reports Record-High Profitability in Half-Year 2023 Financial Report

(IN BRIEF) Cargotec Corporation has announced its half-year financial report for January-June 2023, revealing record-high profitability. The company experienced a strong rebound in orders received, reaching pre-COVID levels. Sales increased by 25%, and a record-high comparable operating profit margin of … Read the full press release

Outokumpu to Publish Half-Year 2023 Report and Host Webcast on August 3

(IN BRIEF) Outokumpu, a company, will release its half-year report for January-June 2023 on August 3, 2023. The report will be available at approximately 9.00 am EEST. Later in the day, at 3.00 pm EEST, a live webcast and conference … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Unveils New Star Wars Building Sets, Including Ahsoka and Chewbacca, at San Diego Comic-Con

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has announced three new additions to its LEGO Star Wars building set range at San Diego Comic-Con. The new sets include Ahsoka Tano’s T-6 Jedi Shuttle and New Republic E-Wing vs. Shin Hati’s Starfighter, connected … Read the full press release

Samaritans Festival Branch Marks 50th Year with Listening Garden at Latitude Festival

(IN BRIEF) Samaritans Festival Branch is celebrating its 50th year by unveiling a special Listening Garden at Latitude festival. The Listening Garden provides a space for people to sit, reflect, talk, and listen, highlighting the support Samaritans has provided to … Read the full press release

Vivendi Demonstrates Strong Commitment as Official Entertainment Sponsor of Rugby World Cup France 2023

(IN BRIEF) Vivendi and its entities are fully engaged as the Official Entertainment Sponsor of Rugby World Cup France 2023. Various initiatives have been undertaken to promote the event, including embellishing monuments, producing signature films, broadcasting sports news programs, releasing … Read the full press release

Audi Sport Gears Up for 2024 Dakar Rally with Test and Baja Aragón Competition

(IN BRIEF) Audi Sport is preparing for the 2024 Dakar Rally with a test in Spain and participation in the Baja Aragón competition. Three Audi RS Q e-tron cars will be driven by pairs of drivers in the event. The … Read the full press release

Banijay Unveils Rebrand of BLAB to Banijay Media Germany, Emphasizing Creative and Marketing Expertise

(IN BRIEF) Banijay, a prominent media and entertainment company, has rebranded its creative and marketing agency Banijay Live Artist Brand (BLAB) to Banijay Media Germany. The company will now operate under three pillars: House of Brands, House of Likes, and … Read the full press release

Saab Test Pilot Wins Best Solo Jet Demonstration Award at Royal International Air Tattoo with Gripen E

(IN BRIEF) Saab’s test pilot, André Brännström, won the Paul Bowen Trophy for the Best Solo Jet Demonstration at the Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT) in England. Brännström flew the Gripen E, Saab’s latest fighter jet, at the event, showcasing … Read the full press release

Boxenstopp 2023: A Comprehensive Event on Heating, Ventilation, and Cooling Technology

(IN BRIEF) The Lindner Group, in collaboration with industry partners including Grundfos, Frese, Helios, malotech, and Remeha, is organizing Boxenstopp events in Linthe and Embsen on September 19 and 21. These events will feature specialist lectures, product exhibitions, and discussion … Read the full press release

LEGO and Warner Bros. Discovery Launch LEGO Harry Potter Gringotts Wizarding Bank Set

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group and Warner Bros. Discovery have unveiled the LEGO Harry Potter Gringotts Wizarding Bank set, the newest addition to the LEGO Harry Potter product range. The set features a highly detailed representation of the bank from … Read the full press release

University of Exeter Recognized as Finalist for UK Social Mobility Awards

(IN BRIEF) The University of Exeter has been nominated for prestigious national awards, the UK Social Mobility Awards, in the Leadership of the Year and University of the Year categories. The university’s initiatives aim to improve access to higher education … Read the full press release

Banijay Unveils Reorganization in Asia, Combining Endemol Shine India and Banijay Asia

(IN BRIEF) Banijay, a prominent media and entertainment company, has successfully reorganized its operations in Asia by merging Endemol Shine India and Banijay Asia under the leadership of Deepak Dhar, who assumes the role of Founder & Group CEO of … Read the full press release