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Terna’s Driving Energy Award 2023 Sees Record Participation in Contemporary Photography

(IN BRIEF) Terna’s Driving Energy Award 2023 – Contemporary Photography has received a record number of participants, with 2,800 photographs submitted from all regions and provinces of Italy. The second edition of the award focuses on the theme “In praise … Read the full press release

MICHELIN Guide 2023 Announces Culinary Stars in Guangzhou, Introducing Special Awards

(IN BRIEF) The MICHELIN Guide Guangzhou 2023 has revealed its latest selection of culinary establishments in the city. The sixth edition features a total of 119 recommended restaurants, including 3 Two MICHELIN Star, 16 One MICHELIN Star, 42 Bib Gourmand, … Read the full press release

SEAT S.A. Demonstrates Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion at Pride BCN 2023

(IN BRIEF) SEAT S.A. is reaffirming its commitment to diversity, inclusion, and equity by sponsoring Pride BCN for the second consecutive year. The company will participate in the Pride march with employees riding on a specially designed bus, showcasing artwork … Read the full press release

Hexagon to Present Interim Report for Second Quarter 2023 on July 26

(IN BRIEF) Hexagon, the global leader in digital reality solutions, will be releasing its Interim Report for the second quarter of 2023 on July 26. The report will be made available at approximately 08:00 CET. Hexagon’s President and CEO, Paolo … Read the full press release

ZF Aftermarket Expands Product Offerings and Introduces Digital Solutions for the Mexican Passenger Car Aftermarket

(IN BRIEF) ZF Aftermarket is expanding its product and service offerings for the passenger car aftermarket in Mexico and will showcase them at INA PAACE Automechanika. The company is adding TRW brake discs, rotors, and drums to its portfolio, providing … Read the full press release

ABB Formula E Showcases E-Mobility in Rome, Highlighting Commitment to Sustainability

(IN BRIEF) The ABB FIA Formula E World Championship is set to take place in Rome this weekend, showcasing the excitement of e-mobility. The circuit, located in the south of the city, is one of the longest tracks on the … Read the full press release

University of Warwick to Award Honorary Degrees for Summer 2023 Graduation Ceremonies

(IN BRIEF) The University of Warwick has announced the recipients of honorary degrees for the upcoming summer 2023 graduation ceremonies. The esteemed honorary graduates come from diverse fields and have made remarkable contributions to their respective domains. The recipients include … Read the full press release

TUM Spin-off Synthesia Attains Unicorn Status, Now Valued At Over $1 billion, Making Video Creation Effortless with AI

Matthias Niessner, TUM professor and co-founder of Synthesia.

(IN BRIEF) Synthesia, a software company founded by Prof. Matthias Niessner, has achieved unicorn status with a valuation exceeding $1 billion. The start-up simplifies video content production through the use of artificial intelligence (AI) avatars, allowing users to create learning … Read the full press release

Loughborough Researchers to Investigate Effective Communication Strategies on Eating and Body Weight with Adolescents

(IN BRIEF) Researchers from Loughborough University’s School of Sport, Exercise and Health Sciences are launching a project to explore effective communication strategies about eating and body weight with adolescents. Led by Dr. Florence Sheen, the team aims to investigate how … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool Celebrates Cultural Diversity in Merseyside

(IN BRIEF) The University of Liverpool’s School of Architecture is hosting an event celebrating the diverse cultural mix on Merseyside. The event will showcase the evolving cultural practices that have emerged from interactions between different communities in the region. Musical … Read the full press release

Green Team Twente Unveils Hydrogen Race Car to Showcase the Power of Hydrogen

(IN BRIEF) Green Team Twente, a multidisciplinary student team, has unveiled their new hydrogen race car, Apollo GDO, during a car reveal event. The team aims to create a greener future by showcasing the power and speed of hydrogen and … Read the full press release

Logicor Raises Funds for Horizons Scholarship Program Through Charity Cycling Event

(IN BRIEF) Logicor, together with its business partners, has raised PLN 31,000 (EUR 7,000) for the Horizons Scholarship Program by the Roman Czernecki Educational Foundation (EFC). The initiative was carried out through “Race’n’Raise,” a charity cycling race covering a 300 … Read the full press release

Groupe Figaro in Exclusive Talks to Acquire Gala Magazine from Vivendi’s Prisma Media

(IN BRIEF) Vivendi has announced that its subsidiary, Prisma Media, is in exclusive negotiations with Groupe Figaro for the sale of Gala magazine. The sale is a requirement for the European Commission’s approval of Vivendi’s combination with the Lagardère group. … Read the full press release

Generali Presents Women in Sailing Trophy at Barcolana to Promote Equality

(IN BRIEF) Generali, as the presenting sponsor of the Barcolana sailing event, is supporting sustainability, diversity, equity, and inclusion. The event, organized by the Barcola and Grignano Sailing Club, will include the ‘Generali Women in Sailing’ Trophy, awarded to the … Read the full press release

Renowned Driver Sébastien Loeb Teams Up with ABT CUPRA for Extreme E in Sardinia

(IN BRIEF) Renowned World Rally driver Sébastien Loeb will join ABT CUPRA for the upcoming Extreme E race in Sardinia on July 8-9, 2023. Loeb, who has an impressive track record in Extreme E and nine World Rally Championship titles, … Read the full press release

Belgian Production ‘Close’ Claims Top Prize at LUX European Audience Film Award

(IN BRIEF) Belgian film “Close” has emerged as the winner of the 2023 LUX European Audience Film Award. The movie, directed by Lukas Dhont and co-produced by Belgium, France, and the Netherlands, tells the story of a deep friendship between … Read the full press release

CUPRA and Wilson Renew Partnership, Introduce Wilson Bela CUPRA V2 Padel Racquet

(IN BRIEF) CUPRA and Wilson have renewed their collaboration and launched the Wilson Bela CUPRA V2 padel racquet. This partnership highlights their shared passion for Padel and features a collection that includes the racquet, bags, and t-shirts. Padel ambassador Fernando … Read the full press release

Accomplished Journalist Tom Drechsler Takes the Helm of Škoda Auto’s Communication Department

(IN BRIEF) Tom Drechsler has been appointed as the new head of the Communication department at Škoda Auto, starting from July 1. He replaces Ariane Kilian, who is temporarily stepping down due to personal reasons. Drechsler brings extensive experience, having … Read the full press release

Bianca Bellová and Translator Alex Zucker Receive EBRD Literature Prize for ‘The Lake’

(IN BRIEF) The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has announced the winner of the EBRD Literature Prize 2023. “The Lake” by Bianca Bellová, translated from Czech into English by Alex Zucker and published by Parthian Books, emerged as … Read the full press release

Live Entertainment Meets Media Giants: Banijay Set to Acquire Majority Stake in Balich Wonder Studio

(IN BRIEF) Banijay, a prominent content group, has announced plans to acquire a majority stake in Balich Wonder Studio, a leading live entertainment company. The deal aims to create a global media and entertainment powerhouse by combining the strengths of … Read the full press release

Volkswagen’s Electric Cars Take Center Stage in “Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie” Collaboration

(IN BRIEF) Volkswagen has partnered with ZAG and Mediawan Kids & Family for the upcoming “Miraculous: Ladybug & Cat Noir, The Movie.” The exclusive partnership will feature Volkswagen’s fully electric cars in the animated film. Characters like Ladybug and Cat … Read the full press release

Почему интерактивная «Карта мира» собрала ключевые антивоенные сообщества россиян по всему миру и становится для них важнейшим инструментом

«Карта мира» — это онлайн-платформа, которая помогает русскоязычным антивоенным активистам, объединяя их инициативы в одном месте, что усиливает организационные возможности глобального движения Сейчас на платформе зарегистрировано 144 инициатив и их число быстро растет. Организаторы проекта убеждены, что влияние антивоенной русской … Read the full press release

Hajj Minister meets EU ambassadors to Saudi Arabia

Within the framework of the “Bridges” initiative, the Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al Rabiah, met with ambassadors from EU countries in Saudi Arabia (IN BRIEF) The Saudi Minister of Hajj and Umrah, Tawfiq Al Rabiah, held a … Read the full press release

Online Organizing Platform “Map of Peace” Emerges as Key Tool for Diaspora Activists

Map of Peace is an online platform that helps Russian-speaking anti-war activists by serving as a centralized hub for all their initiatives, maximizing the organizing capabilities of the massive global community The platform currently hosts 144 such initiatives and is … Read the full press release

Nettimökki by Alma Media Becomes Finland’s Most Comprehensive Cottage Rental Service

(IN BRIEF) Alma Media introduces an enhanced version of Nettimökki, its cottage rental platform, to meet the growing demand for domestic travel. The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a significant increase in Finnish cottage tourism, with many families opting for … Read the full press release

Environmental Accountability: Alma Media Implements Carbon Footprint Measurement for Digital Ads

(IN BRIEF) Finnish publisher Alma Media becomes the first in the country to offer advertisers a carbon footprint calculation for digital campaigns. The calculation will measure the greenhouse gas emissions generated by advertising on Alma Media’s ad network and report … Read the full press release

Alma Media and Partners Drive Innovation with TET.FI Service for Youth Employment Exploration

(IN BRIEF) Alma Media, Jobly, and the Finnish Children and Youth Foundation are partnering to create a new service called TET.FI that will consolidate all available TET (Tutustumiskoulutus) jobs for young people in Finland. The aim is to make it … Read the full press release

Škoda Auto provides 45 electric and hybrid vehicles for IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship

(IN BRIEF) Czech carmaker Škoda Auto has provided a fleet of 45 vehicles to the organisers of the 2023 IIHF Ice Hockey World Championship, as it has done since 1993. The vehicles, the majority of which are all-electric or plug-in … Read the full press release

Ricoh to showcase new textile printing technologies at FESPA 2023

(IN BRIEF) Ricoh will be showcasing new, enhanced and collaborative technology aimed at helping textile creatives embrace fresh perspectives at FESPA, Europe’s leading exhibition for screen and digital, textile and wide format printing. The event will be held from May … Read the full press release

University of Liverpool hosts multicultural concert ahead of Eurovision

(IN BRIEF) Primary school children from the Liverpool City Region participated in a unique celebration of languages and music ahead of Eurovision. The “mini” Eurovision event saw hundreds of children perform European songs at the Tung Auditorium of the University … Read the full press release

Arkema supports women’s soccer with sponsorship of Marinette Pichon biopic

(IN BRIEF) Arkema, a chemical and materials company, is sponsoring the biopic “Marinette” about Marinette Pichon, a former French international footballer, to support the development of women’s soccer and promote social issues related to the role of women, inclusion and … Read the full press release

Vodafone’s 5G Standalone Network to Stream Historic Coronation Across the Globe

(IN BRIEF) Vodafone will use its 5G network to broadcast the coronation of King Charles III on 6 May 2023, according to a company press release. The telecoms provider has dedicated an exclusive slice of its public 5G Standalone network … Read the full press release

Bentley Celebrates Royal Coronation with Handcrafted Cabin Cushions

(IN BRIEF) Bentley’s Dream Factory in Crewe has produced a limited series of bespoke cabin cushions for a fleet of Bentleys to celebrate the coronation of Their Majesties King Charles III and Queen Camilla. Craftsmen used fine craftsmanship and digital … Read the full press release

Deutsche Telekom partners with Riot Games, SK Gaming and epf for first-ever League of Legends tournament for women and non-binary players

(IN BRIEF) Deutsche Telekom, Riot Games, SK Gaming, and the esports player foundation (epf) have partnered to launch the Equal eSports Cup, a League of Legends tournament for female and non-binary players in the DACH region. More than 10 teams … Read the full press release

European Parliament Launches Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism on World Press Freedom Day

(IN BRIEF) The European Parliament has launched the Daphne Caruana Galizia Prize for Journalism on World Press Freedom Day. The prize is awarded annually to professional journalists or teams whose work promotes or defends EU principles such as human rights, … Read the full press release

Illustrators Compete to Design Cover of CASA SEAT 2024 Book

(IN BRIEF) CASA SEAT has announced the opening of a new art exhibition featuring 30 illustrations created by emerging artists from Barcelona. The exhibit is a collaboration with The Barcelonian, a collective illustration project paying tribute to The New Yorker … Read the full press release

LEGO Group Tackles Children’s Stress and Loneliness with New ‘DREAMZzz’ Series and Toys

(IN BRIEF) The LEGO Group has announced the launch of LEGO DREAMZzz, a new product range and content series that brings to life the creativity of children’s dreams. The series follows the adventures of school friends who journey into the … Read the full press release

Henkel Showcases Sustainable Innovations and Fire-Safe Adhesives for Timber Construction at LIGNA 2023

(IN BRIEF) Henkel’s Engineered Wood division will showcase its advanced portfolio of solutions for the mass timber industry at LIGNA 2023. The trade fair, which will be held in Hanover, Germany from May 15 to 19, will highlight Henkel’s sustainable … Read the full press release

Henkel to showcase innovative and sustainable adhesives for furniture industry at LIGNA 2023

(IN BRIEF) Henkel, an adhesive manufacturer and innovation driver, is set to present its latest products for the furniture industry at LIGNA 2023 in Hanover, Germany, from May 15 to 19. With the theme “Get Inspired,” Henkel aims to showcase … Read the full press release