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CURE ALZHEIMER’S FUND EARNS PERFECT SCORE AND 13th CONSECUTIVE FOUR-STAR RATING FROM CHARITY NAVIGATOR

December 18, 2024Cure Alzheimer’s Fund (CureAlz) is proud to announce the organization has achieved a 100% perfect score and Four-Star rating — its 13th consecutive top star rating — from Charity Navigator. “Receiving a perfect score from Charity Navigator and Four-Star rating for 13 years in a row is a testament to our commitment to responsible stewardship of the donations entrusted to us.


NAFA Introduces New Benefit for I&E 2025 Fleet Manager Attendees: Enhanced Access to ACT Expo

December 17, 2024NAFA Fleet Management Association (NAFA) is excited to announce a new benefit for Fleet Manager Attendees of the 2025 Institute & Expo (I&E). In a strategic collaboration with the Advanced Clean Transportation (ACT) Expo, I&E Fleet Manager Attendees will now have the opportunity to visit ACT Expo on Thursday, May 1, 2025, as part of their I&E registration.


OYO Completes Acquisition of G6 Hospitality, Plans to Add Over 150 Hotels by 2025

December 17, 2024Oravel Stays, the parent company of the global travel technology company OYO, today announced that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of G6 Hospitality, the leading economy lodging franchisor and parent company of the iconic Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, from Blackstone Real Estate for $525 million. Additionally, OYO plans to accelerate the growth of G6 Hospitality's operations, focusing on technology integration, property upgrades, and market expansion.


Salignostics Secures TGA Approval for Saliva-Based Home Pregnancy Test

December 17, 2024Salignostics, a leader in innovative saliva-based diagnostic solutions, proudly announces that its revolutionary saliva-based pregnancy test, Salistick, has received approval from Australia’s Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA). This achievement marks a pivotal step forward for Salignostics, allowing the company to bring its cutting-edge technology to consumers in Australia and New Zealand.


CITY GEAR & NIKE CELEBRATE NINE YEARS OF EMPOWERING STUDENT ATHLETES WITH SOLE SCHOOL PROGRAM

December 17, 2024December 16, 2024; City Gear, a lifestyle sneaker and streetwear retailer with 200 stores across 17 states, today proudly announced the recipients of its 2024 Sole School program. In partnership with Nike, City Gear’s transformative Sole School initiative supported 21 high school basketball programs and more than 625 student-athletes in 2024, throughout Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Indiana, Louisiana, Missouri, Missouri Ohio, Tennessee and Texas.


Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP): Investing in Essential Goods

December 17, 2024The Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund (XLP) offers investors an opportunity to engage with the consumer staples sector, a critical component of the global economy. This sector includes companies that produce, market, and distribute essential goods and services that people use daily, regardless of their economic situation.


Interest in Index Options Continue to Grow–Find Out Why

December 17, 2024By CboeWith investors and traders becoming more knowledgeable, the sophistication of their investment strategies is increasing, as evidenced by the growing usage of derivative instruments, particularly options. The growth in average daily volumes in U.


Soligenix Reports It Is On Cusp Of Treating Rare Cancer CTCL

December 17, 2024By Kyle Anthony, BenzingaMycosis fungoides is a type of skin cancer that affects the body’s T cells, which are white blood cells intended to protect the body from infection. It is the most common form of cutaneous T-cell lymphoma (CTCL), the category name given to a diverse and complex group of rare skin cancers.


South Carolina to return to legal sports betting discussion

December 17, 2024South Carolina is making another attempt to legalise sports betting with the introduction of the South Carolina Sports Wagering Act, making it one of several states that could explore the topic in 2025. The proposed legislation, Bill 3625, aims to regulate sports betting and ancillary activities under specific conditions.


Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust Releases Q3-2024 Penney Intermediate Holdings LLC Financial Statements and Master Lease Store Performance Disclosures

December 16, 2024Copper Property CTL Pass Through Trust (“the Trust”) has filed a Form 8-K containing the Q3-2024 consolidated financial statements of Penney Intermediate Holdings LLC for the three months ended November 2, 2024 and October 28, 2023, respectively, and related Master Lease store performance disclosures. Additional information, including the Trust’s Monthly and Quarterly Reports, as well as other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) can be accessed via the Trust’s website at www.


Wrap Up Your Last-Minute Holiday Shopping with Affordability and Ease

December 16, 2024The holiday season is in full swing, but consumers still have time to check off their gift list without breaking the bank. Smart Shopping Expert, Trae Bodge, recently conducted a satellite media tour in partnership with Target and D S Simon Media to share money-saving tips, gift ideas and easier ways to shop to help make the most of the final holiday shopping trips while staying on budget.


TAX POLICY LEADERS CONTINUE PUSH FOR NEW MARKETS TAX CREDIT PERMANENCE

December 16, 2024Tax policy trends, community economic development, and the new administration were the focus at the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) Coalition’s annual NMTC Conference, held last week. The event featured Senator Mark Warner (D-VA), Representative Claudia Tenney (R-NY) and CDFI Fund Director Pravina Raghavan as keynote speakers.