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KakaoTalk sees its worst week yet
Daum Kakao, the result of a formal merger between Daum Communications and Kakao Corporation, saw its mobile messenger KakaoTalk lose more than 400,000 users last week amid increasing worries over the security of private chats.
The situation has been a wake-up call for Korean information technology servers, proving that privacy protection is no longer something that can be dealt with lightly.
Fears over online surveillance spread following the Supreme Prosecutors’ Office announcement on Sept. 18 that it had established a new cyber investigation team intended to prevent cyber defamation and the spread of false information over the Internet. The move sparked controversy after news broke earlier this month that authorities had used a warrant to tap the chat records of Rep. Jeong Jin-u, the deputy leader of the left-wing Labor Party.
The incident spooked Internet users, leaving many afraid that the government could easily monitor their mobile messengers and social media accounts. Thousands have already migrated to foreign messenger apps, including the Berlin-based Telegram, on which messages are “heavily encrypted and can self-destruct,” according to its website.
Data from New Politics Alliance for Democracy (NPAD) Rep. Jun Byung-hun showed that 405,800 KakaoTalk users had already deleted their accounts. The company has not yet come up with an effective countermeasure, though it said on Wednesday that it would add a “privacy mode” on the smartphone messaging app within the year to reinforce security.
But while Korean companies have only added to consumer distrust following revelations of government surveillance, similar circumstances have prompted foreign tech companies to take action to attract new consumers concerned about information privacy and hacking.
Facebook, the world’s largest social networking service (SNS), recently announced that it is planning to launch a mobile messenger based on anonymity. According to a New York Times report last week, Facebook is developing a new mobile messaging app in which users can chat utilizing more than one pseudonym.
Until now, Facebook had been insistent that its subscribers use their real names, arguing that the policy made the service stand out from other social networking sites and provided account holders with a virtual map of their real-life connections.
However, the company recently turned its eye toward anonymous services in an effort to attract younger consumers and become more versatile.
That’s part of the reason why apps like Snapchat, which automatically deletes messages seconds after a user reads them, have gained so much popularity in the United States and elsewhere. The application’s founders capitalized on the widespread preference among consumers that their messages be kept private and secure - and not stored on their personal devices or on a remote server.
Twitter took that a step further. The social networking site sued the U.S. government on Tuesday, claiming that the Department of Justice and the FBI were violating its right to freedom of expression by restricting what it chose to reveal about Washington’s requests for its users’ information.
Meanwhile, KakaoTalk is currently facing the most severe crisis since its launch while being passive in dealing with the situation. According to NPAD Rep. Jun, since late September, KakaoTalk’s 26.46 million users have shrunk to 26.05 million, while Telegram gained 500,000 users over the same period.
Over the past four years, KakaoTalk has stored its users’ conversations on its server for roughly five to seven days. Local large portal companies and other tech companies also provide users’ information to investigative authorities if a warrant has been issued.
However, most have failed to alleviate anxiety and distrust among consumers by voluntarily revealing how many times the government or law enforcement agencies have requested information. Google, Facebook and Microsoft have already revealed a limited number of government information requests through transparency reports.
“[The surveillance] incident proved that while foreign IT companies lead the trend as entrepreneurs in putting the needs of society first, Korean IT companies lack the experiences and skills in such areas,” said Cho Gwang-soo, a professor at Yonsei University.
Still, others argue that domestic tech giants should invest more in privacy protection and security, especially Internet companies.
“Mobile messengers should be more proactive in dealing with consumers, because they can abandon [those platforms] at any time,” said Jung Ji-hoon, a professor at Kyung Hee Cyber University. “Korean IT companies should take this incident as an opportunity to come up with a social consensus over the privacy problem.”
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Hero MotoCorp March sales on YoY
Hero MotoCorp March sales: India’s multinational motorcycle firm Hero MotoCorp posted its sales in March 2022. The total sales of Hero MotoCorp declined by 21.98% to 4,50,154 units as compared to the same period in 2021. In March 2021, the company had posted total sales of 5,76,957 units.
According to the source, MotoCorp has reported as March sales jumped by 25.65% against 3,58,254 units sold in February 2022. On a YoY basis, the firm’s sold total motorcycles of 4,25,721 units which was down nearly 18.85%. On the other hand, scooter sales were down 53.33% to 24,433 units on YoY.
The total domestic sales of last month’s 4,15,764 units declined by 23.6% YoY. Furthermore, total exports were 34,390 units up by 5.44% YoY.
In the coming fiscal year, the officials of the firm expect sales momentum to gather due to the gradual withdrawal of pandemic restrictions as Covid-19 cases decline and all sectors of the economy are reopened.
A year ago, the company’s sales totaled 57,91,539 units; this year, they fell to 49,44,150 units. The second and third waves of the Coronavirus pandemic caused significant disruptions in the auto industry during FY22, restricting customer movement.
Hero MotoCorp is one of the largest manufacturers of motorcycles and scooters in the world. The company’s net profit for Q3 FY22 declined by 30.95% over Q3 FY21 to Rs 703.74 crore due to a decline in net sales of 18.46%.
The Hero MotoCorp share price raised 3.21% to Rs. 2,312.00. Today, the share price reached a day high of Rs. 2,319.00.
Further, the 52-week high stated at Rs. 3,090.00 and the 52-week low stood at Rs. 2,146.85.

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This Asia's largest plastics and rubber fair was running its 28th edition in Shanghai on 23-26 April, attracting 130,370 visitors during the 4-day show, up 14.26% as compared with last year in Guangzhou. It also sets a new record since its debut in 1983. With the exhibition becoming increasingly international, the number of overseas visitors soars by 19.73% to 36,841 which accounts for 28.26% of total visitors. They are coming from 143 countries and regions mainly from Hong Kong, India, Indonesia, Iran, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Taiwan, Thailand, Russia, etc. The number of domestic visitors maintains a strong figure of 93,529 with an increment of 12.24%.
Giving such encouraging results, Ada Leung, Assistant General Manager at Adsale Exhibition Services Ltd., the organizer of Chinaplas, says, "We are happy with the results of the show and have received very positive feedbacks from both our exhibitors and visitors. The continuous rise of overseas visitors reflects our show is gaining recognition from around the world, as an effective platform for industrial sourcing and for getting the latest information on market trends and technology. Furthermore, many cost-effective solutions can be found at the show with the large participation of the Chinese and Asian exhibitors in addition to the Europeans. What they see, find and get from Chinaplas can support their changing needs of their business and enable them to stay competitive."
Besides, Chinaplas also marks the new records in terms of exhibition scale and number of exhibitors participated. This year, over 3,000 exhibitors from 39 countries and regions participated in the show, of which over 400 are new to the show. In addition to occupying all 17 exhibition halls in Shanghai New International Expo Center (SNIEC), 13 additional outdoor halls and 6 exhibition suites were also set up at the Central Square of SNIEC to cope with the ever increasing number of exhibitors, resulting in a total exhibition area over 220,000 sqm for this year.
The 29th edition of Chinaplas will be held on 20-23 May, 2015 at China Import and Export Fair Complex, Guangzhou, PR China.
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I see that Mitsubishi have announced there will be no new models for Europe including the UK. Its on the Honest John Website yesterday
I thought we should all know about this
Big implications for some particularly the dealer network
Motoring News Honest John News New car market 2020-07
Mitsubishi ends new car development for the UK
Published 27 July 2020
Mitsubishi has frozen the development and introduction of new models for Europe, including the UK, as part of plans to cut costs.
The surprise move means that current models are unlikely to be replaced when they become non-compliant with EU emissions regulations. This means upcoming models - including the new L200 pick-up truck, Outlander and Mirage won't be sold in the UK.
A spokesperson for Mitsubishi UK said it was too early to say what the move would mean for dealers and showrooms, but it has pledged to continue to import and sell the existing range of cars and commercial vehicles.
Mitsubishi UK will continue to provide full customer support in terms of service, repair, warranty, recalls, parts and accessories. There are around 115 Mitsubishi dealers across the UK.
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Yippee! I'll be "forced" to buy the new Mustang EV instead.
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Shoppers at the winter market on the Sunday before Thanksgiving.
Fresh and local potatoes and brussels sprouts at the winter market.
Shoppers at the winter market.
The Melrose-Wakefield Winter Farmers Market is a collaboration between the Melrose and Wakefield Summer Farmers Market Managers. The market is held the Sunday before Thanksgiving on Nov. 11, the Sunday before Christmas on Dec. 18 and the 3rd Sunday of each month, January-April. Most of the vendors are also vendors at one or both of the summer markets in Melrose and Wakefield.
The market is held in Memorial Hall at 590 Main St. in Melrose. It is on the MBTA 136/137 bus line.
Vendors at market at least one of the six winter market dates:
Ackermann Maple Farms
Coutts Specialty Foods
Dick’s Market Garden
Downeast Cider House
The Fish Lady
In Good Taste (Pam’s)
Lilac Hedge Farm
Lulu’s Gluten Free Foods
On the Edge Knife
The Popover Lady
Pour Man’s Coffee
Shady Pine Farm
Soluna Garden Farm
Tower Root Beer
Vermont Gourmet Candy
West River Creamery
Wicked Good Soap
The 23rd season of the Sally Frank’s Farmers’ Market has come to a close and
we’d like to send a great big THANK YOU to everyone who helped make it one of the most successful ever.
The monthly Melrose Wakefield (MeWa) Winter Farmers Market will be held at Memorial Hall starting November 20, 2016. The 2017 summer market will run on Thursdays starting June 8 until October 26.
There were so people who made the 2016 summer farmers’ market possible, whether you were a vendor, shopper, volunteer, performer, nonprofit, local business, farmers’ market planner, bike repairer, Master Gardener, musician, or City staff member— it takes a community to make a farmers market. Continue reading
Ackermann Maple Farm will be at the market this Thursday.
Many of our non-weekly vendors will be at the market this Thursday to help us celebrate our last outdoor market of the year, including Ackermann Maple Farm, Jaju Pierogi and On the Edge Knife Sharpening. It’s been a very successful season for our market, but we are always sad to see the last day arrive. Here’s this week’s schedule:
2 p.m. Market opens, shop for wholesome fruits, vegetables, cheese, meats, fish, pasta, honey, eggs and more and support your Melrose community.


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04/26/2016, 10:04 am
Now that we know Apple will let its Smart Connector do more than just clip on a keyboard, rumors that it will make its way from the iPad Pro lineup to the iPhone make much more sense. AppleInsider takes a look at the changes that might bring.
04/26/2016, 09:04 am
As of January 1, 2017, all phones in India -- including iPhones -- will have to have some form of panic button to improve the security of women in the country, according to a new government order.
04/25/2016, 07:04 pm
As of Monday, customers looking to purchase a new iPhone 6s or 6s Plus through Apple's website can take advantage of the company's iPhone Upgrade Program, an interest-free, two-year payment plan that lets buyers trade up to a new handset each year.
04/25/2016, 03:04 pm
Facebook is quietly developing an independent camera app, hoping to kick people out of the passive approach to using the social network many people have fallen into, a report said on Monday.
04/25/2016, 02:04 pm
Apple on Monday launched two new television ads to promote the iPhone 6s, and courted the star power of actor Neil Patrick Harris to showcase the moviemaking capabilities of the iPhone 6s and its 4K-resolution video camera.
04/25/2016, 12:04 pm
Those who have a fondness for customizing their iPhone keyboard can now do so in a Microsoft-approved fashion with the Redmond software giant's new Word Flow keyboard for iOS.
04/25/2016, 12:04 pm
One of Apple's iPhone manufacturers, Pegatron, is still seeing its labor force put in excessive overtime -- something unfortunately necessary for workers to meet basic financial needs, according to China Labor Watch.
04/25/2016, 10:04 am
Apple's next flagship iPhone will not only be waterproof and dustproof, but possibly feature a touch-sensitive home button, new rumor claims.
04/25/2016, 08:04 am
Apple -- the world's most profitable public company -- is a day away from releasing its March quarter earnings. That means that while the company itself is in an official quiet period, everyone else is free to publish false and misleading information about it. Let's take a look at some of the worst fallacies.
KGI says 'iPhone 7' won't have 'many attractive selling points,' predicts competitors to outperform Apple
04/24/2016, 12:04 pm
Noted analyst Ming-Chi Kuo of KGI Securities continues to have a bearish outlook on iPhone sales through the end of 2016, telling investors on Sunday that he believes Apple will be the only top-five smartphone vendor to see shipments decline this year.
04/22/2016, 10:04 am
Apple on Friday instituted price drops across its entire Japanese iPhone lineup, typically slashing costs by about 10 percent, in what is reported to be a response to a fluctuating yen/dollar exchange rate.
04/21/2016, 04:04 pm
The FBI paid more than $1.34 million to hack into the iPhone 5c of dead San Bernardino shooter Syed Rizwan Farook, agency director James Comey admitted on Thursday.
04/21/2016, 01:04 pm
Chinese and Taiwanese smartphone suppliers are reportedly scaling back component production in the wake of Apple's iPhone SE, which appears to be impacting the sales of local smartphone brands.
04/21/2016, 01:04 pm
The latest update to retail colossus Walmart's first-party iOS app included a significant new feature -- support for Walmart Pay, the company's in-house mobile payments effort.
04/21/2016, 09:04 am
Apple appears likely to switch away from Qualcomm modems for upcoming iPhones, at least in part, as suggested by comments from the latter company's CEO made during an earnings call.
04/20/2016, 08:04 pm
Apple A-series chip supplier Samsung this week announced plans to put an advanced 10-nanometer chip fabrication process into production later this year, with the new technology supposedly affording a 10 percent increase in efficiency over existing iterations.
Sony revamps Crackle iOS app with AirPlay & Apple Watch support, Facebook Messenger gets group voice calls
04/20/2016, 04:04 pm
Sony on Wednesday updated its Crackle video streaming app for iOS with many new features, including AirPlay and Apple Watch support, while Facebook began rolling out group voice calls for Messenger.
04/20/2016, 11:04 am
South Korean electronics behemoth Samsung is reportedly attempting to claw back the lucrative iPhone NAND business from competitors with a new process for shielding the important flash memory from electromagnetic interference.
04/19/2016, 02:04 pm
Apple's iPhone sales are likely to remain soft through the June quarter, on top of a decline already expected for the March quarter, analysts with Rosenblatt Securities and UBS indicated on Tuesday.
04/19/2016, 12:04 pm
The days of being forced to deal with a bulbous camera bump to enjoy optical zoom in a smartphone may soon be over, as Apple has invented a new variety of compact telephoto lens system.


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Solar technology developer celebrates after attracting £21.3m of investment over the past 18 months
Oxford Photovoltaics Ltd (Oxford PV) has completed its latest funding round, pulling in £8.7m of equity investment to take the total raised by the solar technology developer to £21.3m over the past 18...
Consumer goods giant says its 15 UK sites have been powered by Scottish wind farm since April
22MW battery system will store power from the 76-turbine Pen y Cymoedd wind farm in Wales to help stabilise the grid
UK car parking operator Citipark launches what it claims is the UK's first private emissions-based parking tariff, with greener cars paying less
Green Alliance's Faye Scott argues the new Metro Mayors could open up a fresh front in the drive to deliver a greener economy


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Not my article but worth the read. And there's always 2 sides to every story.
Future historians might well look back on events of the last week and see a milestone of decline in the waning saga of American freedom.
The bridge between the free market and a command economy was likely crossed when, at government demand, thousands of car dealerships all across the country were put out of business. They were profitable, they were legal, they were useful, and the White House ordered them closed. A presidential panel, comprised of everyone except car-industry experts, demanded that Chrysler and GM cut off a third of their dealers' heads.
Hundreds of thousands will lose their jobs. Thousands of businesses will close. Millions of consumers will be affected.
Because the government said so.
If Chrysler and GM want their mandatory bailout money, they must do what the White House says, and the White House says there are too many car dealers. And so, people's lives will be destroyed, massive investments will be lost, family businesses will be annihilated, the life's work of countless honest American business men and women will be flushed down the toilet.
And barely a whimper of protest is being heard. The crown has spoken and the subjects bow and scrape.
The argument is that, in the shadow of bankruptcy, GM and Chrysler need to shed the deadweight of underperforming dealerships. The problem with that is that dealerships are not a financial liability for carmakers and that many of the dealerships that have gotten the ax are among the nation's most profitable.
One Jeep dealer in upstate New York, for example, sells just over half of all the Jeeps in its region. It not only outsells all of the other Jeep dealerships, it outsells all of the other Jeep dealerships combined.
And it has lost its franchise.
Another false assumption is that dealerships cost carmakers money. They do not. They make carmakers money. Even small, low-volume dealerships are a net financial gain for manufacturers. Dealers not only make companies money by selling their automobiles, they have to pay for signs and pamphlets and displays, all of which can only be bought – at exorbitant prices – from the manufacturers.
Further, it is insane for any business to assume that it makes more money by reducing retail outlets for its products. What did Wal-Mart do to make more money? It built more stores. What did McDonald's do to make more money? It built more stores. What did Starbucks to do make more money? It built more stores. What are GM and Chrysler doing to make more money? The exact opposite.
That might make sense in the anti-car fantasies of the ruling regime in Washington, but it makes no sense whatsoever on the balance sheet. It is pure big-government-knows-everything lunacy.
It is also a disservice to consumers.
The Obama dealership closings gut many rural areas, taking away both sales and service. Buying a car, or getting your car fixed, will now require a trip to some far-off city.
Some argue that with declining sales at GM and Chrysler, it is only natural that there should be fewer dealerships. That is true. Of late, some 400 or 500 American dealerships have gone out of business each year. But that has been a function of the marketplace, not of government dictate. Those who can't keep their heads above water have sold out or shut down.
Those who've kept in the black, who have been able to remain profitable, have stayed in business – until now. But now, profitable businesses, which seemed poised to continue to employ people and stay in operation for years to come, are on the way out.
In addition to the impact on owners and employees, the communities they serve are also devastated. In many areas, in states where sales tax is a major part of a community's revenues, the car dealership was the largest single source of local taxes. That loss is huge for municipal budgets. The same is true for the various charities, United Ways, sports teams and school activities that have long relied on the generosity of car dealers.
In one fell swoop, because the White House said so, that is all gone.
Ironically, the government has decided to decimate the only profitable part of the car industry. Not only are the car dealers not operating at a loss, they are the only part of the car industry that isn't being bailed out. So the government is propping up the part of the car business that doesn't work, and attacking the part that does.
It is morally and legally wrong. This is not the way a free country operates. It is absolutely not the American way. This is the first taste of a command economy, of central-government planning of industry and commerce.
It didn't work in the Soviet Union, it didn't work in Cuba, it didn't work in North Korea, and it won't work in the United States. If their goal is to take private transportation away from Americans – and it might be – this is a good idea.
Otherwise it's a horrible idea.
It is an attack on the free market, on the value of investment, on the ownership of property. It is essentially an act of theft.
This is change we can believe in, and will come to regret.


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For the better part of two decades, Canadian cultural groups have been pressing Canada’s telecom and broadcast regulator, the CRTC, to regulate and tax the Internet. The CRTC and successive governments consistently rejected the Internet regulation drumbeat, citing obvious differences with broadcast, competing public policy objectives such as affordable access, and the benefits of competition. That changed last year when the CRTC released Harnessing Change: The Future of Programming Distribution in Canada, in which it dramatically reversed its approach. Peter Menzies, a former CRTC commissioner and Vice-Chair of Telecommunications, joins this week’s LawBytes podcast to help sort through Cancon funding, Internet regulation, and the CRTC.
Post Tagged with: "internet"
The LawBytes Podcast, Episode 6: Former CRTC Vice-Chair Speaks Out on the Plan to Regulate and Tax the Internet – “Dangerous Game to Play”
No Need for New Internet Injunctions: Why Canadian Copyright Law Already Provides Rights Holders with the Legal Tools They Need
As the Industry Committee’s copyright review continues to hear from stakeholders from across the spectrum, a recurring theme has been demands that the government create a new, explicit Internet intermediary injunction that would allow for everything from site blocking to search engine result de-indexing to a ban on payment providers offering services to some sites. For example, earlier this week, the Canadian Chamber of Commerce argued before the Industry Committee:
Making Sense of the Canadian Digital Tax Debate, Part 6: Ensuring Internet Companies Pay Their Fair Share of Income Tax
The series on digital tax issues concludes with the most conventional tax issue: how to ensure that large corporations pay their fair share of income tax for profits generated in Canada (series posts on digital sales tax, Netflix tax, Internet access taxes, digital device taxes, and tax in support of newspapers). The income tax issue was raised by the NDP earlier this year, who called on the government to ensure that Internet companies pay taxes on profits made in Canada.
Canada and the U.S. reached agreement late yesterday on a new NAFTA (now renamed the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement or USMCA). While much of the focus is on the dairy industry, dispute resolution, and the auto sector, the agreement will have significant implications for intellectual property, digital policy, and broadcasting. It will take some time to examine all the provisions, but the short-hand version is that Canada has agreed to extend the term of copyright, saved the notice-and-notice system for copyright infringement claims, extended the term of protection for biologics at significant long-term cost to the health care, agreed that Internet companies are not liable for third party content, extended border measures on counterfeiting, and promised to drop the CRTC policy that permitted U.S. commercials to be aired during the Super Bowl broadcast.
As the NAFTA negotiations hit a possible home stretch this week, the focal point has been primarily on issues such as dispute resolution, the dairy sector, and the auto industry. However, the digital policy issues will have huge implications for Canada and the outline of the agreement between the U.S. and Mexico suggests that Canada is facing considerable pressure to agree to changes to our copyright, patent, IP enforcement, and digital policy rules, contrary to our preferred negotiation approach.
The U.S. appears to be pushing for a TPP+ approach – the TPP provisions plus some additional changes it did not get as part of those negotiations. This is notable since Canadian authorities admitted that the TPP went far beyond any previous Canadian free trade agreement. The Canadian starting point is presumably the CPTPP, the revised TPP where Canada successfully argued for the suspension of some of the U.S.-backed provisions. This post outlines five of the biggest issues that are likely at play, though many others such as de minimis rules for shipments that affect online commerce will be closely watched and could ultimately require future reforms.


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The look of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class has evolved from the 1970s at a pace that could be considered glacial; so anytime Mercedes has a new design in store for its flagship, we take notice. And we did just that when Benz announced its design exercise called Aesthetics S, an insight into what the next S-Class could look like. Aesthetics S will make its public debut at the Paris auto show later this month.
- Comparison Test: 2009 BMW 750Li vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz S550
- Instrumented Test: 2013 Audi A8L 3.0T Quattro
- First Drive: 2013 BMW Alpina B7
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New Businesses in Maple Grove
“It’s always fun to see the excitement with new businesses opening in the community,” that’s according to Maple Grove Economic Development Manager Brett Angell. And there are several new businesses either recently opened, or that soon will open in Maple Grove, which is in stark contrast to city officials’ fears roughly two years ago when the Covid-19 pandemic first began. Angell says, “We anticipated with Covid that there would be up to 25% of the business closures that would potentially happen.” Fortunately that has not been the case, as Angell adds, “Actually we’ve seen a lot of new leases that have been signed. For the Shoppes, specifically, they recently had Planet Fitness open, and in the coming weeks they’re going to be seeing Restore Hyper Wellness, Kung Fu Tea, and then also Rustic Shack that are going to be opening, and that’s going to draw in a lot more traffic to the area, and a lot more excitement and visitors.” Angell goes on to say that the city is seeing retail growth across the entire Arbor Lakes area, “Looking at Main Street specifically we have Discover Strength that has opened, Max’s on Main which has recently opened, and The Good Clinic should be opening in the next two weeks. Looking at the Village at Arbor Lakes the final multi-tennant building is currently constructed, and Starbuck’s should be opening within the next few months.” And the vacant AMC Theater will be home to multiple new businesses as well. Angell says, “Floor and Decor is going to take the entire former AMC space, that entire building, and due to their lower parking demand as compared to a movie theater, it opens up some of the parking lot areas to be developed, so the developer is proposing to add three additional buildings, one of which would be a stand alone restaurant, one of which would be a multi-tennant building, and the third would be a quicker, drive-thru style.” And according to Angell, it’s not just the Arbor Lakes area that’s seeing growth, “Cub Wine & Spirits is now open within the Cub parking lot, it’s their first stand alone liquor store that they have. We also have Pet Suites coming in near the hospital area, Crunch Fitness is open in The Grove, as well as numerous other businesses that we’re really excited to see move forward within the city.” If you have questions about economic development in Maple Grove, contact Economic Development Manager Brett Angell at 763-494-6003 or email him at email@example.com.


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Google sneak in a blue arrow allowing users to tab through results without having to click on results, making top spot even stronger and PPC ads eminently more clickable.
As part of the ongoing Google Instant updates, the search engine overlord has introduced a subtle yet interesting addition to its SERPs – a scrolling arrow. So rather than navigating between keyboard and mouse mid-search, you can simply use a combination of the up, down and enter keys to get to the result you want.
I can’t take credit for this find; Malcolm Coles first highlighted it this morning on his blog [see: Google Instant keyboard navigation increases likelihood of clicking PPC ads], however it does throw up some interesting issues – not least the potential impact on PPC advertisers. You see, the blue arrow is automatically positioned on the first link on any particular page. So whether that’s the local listing, organic result or a sponsored link, if a user simply presses enter they will be taken directly to your site.
Today is the day that Friends Reunited, the first UK social network, relaunches. The former social networking giant has given itself a lick of paint, and a whole new feel to it, focussing on nostalgia and memories.
What’s difficult to believe is that Friends Reunited, which launched in 2000, was the UK’s first social network and went on to become one of the most popular too; in 2005 it boasted over 15 million users. Then the MySpace’s and the Facebook’s of this world took off, and the rest as they say is history. However, Friends Reunited is back, but will it work?
There has been a lot of fuss about the fact that Wikipedia has achieved a first page ranking for 99% of terms (within a sample of 1,000 queries) in recent weeks. Intelligent Positioning were the first to expose this, before Econsultancy and a swarm of industry blogs jumped all over it. But what’s the problem?
To be fair, the posts I’ve mentioned and linked to here don’t explicitly suggest that this is part of a wider conspiracy to give Wikipedia an unfair advantage. But as with many SEO investigations, there is an underlying assumption that this is somehow wrong or surprising. In my opinion, it is neither.
With the SearchLove conference already at the halfway stage, here’s my quick review of the first day; covering speeches from Rand Fishkin, Joost De Valk, Rob Ousbey, Wil Reynolds, Mat Clayton, Joanna Lord as well as Will and Tom Critchlow.
Initially this seemed like a tragic new update. One that takes more control away from the marketers’ hands and passes it over to Google. The more I read into it though, the more I’m starting to realise that it’s not such a bad thing.
First Google siphoned off keyword data from Analytics, with (not provided) becoming the top referring term for many site owners overnight. Now Mozilla are getting involved, with their Firefox browser encrypting search queries behind a HTTPS connection. So what does this mean for Analytics users?
Last week we asked for nominations to help find the best facial hair in marketing. This led to fifty nominations covering everything from bears to goatees. Even Seth Godin received a nod, for showing that less can be more.
Today we show who “made the cut” and you can vote to determine who is the best at the bottom. Also don’t forget to catchup on the Koozai efforts for Movember which inspired this competition.
What have JC Penney, Forbes and Overstock got in common? Well, in the eyes of Google they have all been penalised for gaining artificial rankings through linking irregularities. However is there a distinct difference between what their latest victim, Overstock, has done in comparison to the former two companies?
What were Overstock accused of doing?
According to the Wall Street Journal, Overstock were perceived to be ‘gaming’ Google by artificially boosting their rankings. They did this by encouraging US Colleges and Universities to link to their site, in return Overstock were incentivising the educational institutions with a 10% discount for students and employees.
Search Engine Optimisation has gone mainstream with the announcement of the new movie ‘The Search Specialists’. In this exclusive article we reveal the movie poster, plot and teaser images.
In the year 2020, two major pharmaceutical companies have discovered a cure for a new disease rapidly spreading across the planet’s population. For these companies billions of dollars are on the line every day, as they compete to be the main provider of this cure. With newspapers out of circulation and all information now available online, they have but one way to reach customers – search. But with so much money at stake, rivalries to be number one in the results, have led to a dangerous game of cat and mouse, murder and corporate espionage. This tale is told in ‘The Search Specialists’. Read on for teaser images and the poster.
It’s the first day of the Koozai charity raising efforts for Movember, with 15 of the team set to grow moustaches for the month. That includes both boys and girls, with the girls sporting stick on moustaches, and the boys growing theirs from scratch.
Learn more about our journey in the full post.
Last week I attended the Spring Symposium with MarkMonitor at the Museum of London, where the main topic of discussion is brands and how to protect your brand online.
Some very interesting presentations and a lot of the information was new to me, having not worked directly on a site that would suffer with counterfeit products being sold on domains pretending to be the actual brand.
What I want to discuss in my post here though is one area that really caught my attention; the expansion of new Generic Top Level Domains (gTLDs). gTLDs will allow companies to turn their brands into domains (.brand/company name). They will also allow companies to create broad product groups like .finance, .bank or .shop.
The internet industry are calling gTLDs ‘dotBrand’ and are set to fundamentally change the internet and how websites do business online.


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WASHINGTON — U.S. Trade Representative Rob Portman wants to cut an apparel and textile import deal with China, but won't sign away the right to counter import surges.
"The United States is absolutely going to walk away from a bad deal," Portman said during a briefing with reporters on Thursday. "We are not going to give away our ability under the [World Trade Organization] accession [agreement] with China to be able to exercise the safeguards when there's a surge."
American and Chinese negotiators wrapped up a fourth round of talks in Beijing last week without reaching a deal, but another meeting will be scheduled.
"I'm optimistic about a comprehensive agreement with China because it makes sense for China and for the United States," Portman said.
A deal that produces a predictable level of Chinese apparel and textile imports is desired because it would simplify business plans for importers, retailers and domestic manufacturers.
The Bush administration has acted on nine safeguard petitions, restricting $1.9 billion worth of Chinese imports to 7.5 percent growth for the rest of this year. Safeguards can be renewed through 2008. A decision on four more petitions has been delayed until Oct. 1.
China has pushed for a deal that ends in 2007 and allows for significantly higher growth levels than safeguards, while the U.S. wants a deal to lock in lower growth levels that last through 2008.
The negotiations, however, are just part of the U.S. trade agenda. Portman is also trying to build momentum in the WTO for a December meeting in Hong Kong that is supposed to work out how the Doha Round of global trade talks can be brought to a successful conclusion by the end of 2006. The Doha Round, aimed at further liberalizing international commerce, including reducing global tariffs, has been stalled since 2003.
"It has the potential of improving the lives of Americans and others in the developed world substantially," Portman said.
Studies show the elimination of global trade barriers could lift 300 million to 500 million people out of poverty worldwide over the next 15 years and boost annual incomes of a typical U.S. family by $7,800.
@chanel and @pharrell dropped what’s being dubbed as the world’s most exclusive sneakers yesterday. The Adidas Originals NMD Hu, which Williams designed in collaboration with Chanel and @adidasoriginals, has a waiting list of over 120K people who pre-registered online at chanelatcolette.fr –– and only 500 pairs are on sale. The singer predicted the resale value of the shoes could reach $40K. Read the full interview on WWD.com. Link in bio. #wwdfashion (📷: Dominique Maître)
@imanshumpert is diving deeper into his creative endeavors and relaunching his clothing line, Post 90s, and is helping to raise money for the hurricane victims in St. Maarten with a jersey he’s designed with his brother. The Cleveland Cavaliers player talked to WWD about kneeling during the national anthem, working with fashion brands and how he wants to be more than an @nba player. Read the interview on WWD.com #wwdfashion (📷: George Chinese)
Not only does #TheProfit return to CNBC tonight, but @marcuslemonis has launched @shopmarcus, a new shopping and lifestyle retail experience in Aspen and Chicago, with more locations to come. The retail stores offer in-store stylists and a variety of contemporary womenswear selections.
“It’s life, I’m going to face it,” @mingxi11 sighed. “I fell, but you know, I think the most important thing is that I get back up. I had the love, the help from my sister — the girl next to me Gizele [Oliveira] — she’s so nice. When I went backstage everybody was trying to comfort me like ‘Oh Ming, it’s OK.’ I’m really, really touched. I think it’s them who gave me the courage to go back on stage for the finale,” Xi told WWD of her fall at the @victoriassecret fashion show. (📷: David Fisher) #wwdfashion #vsfashionshow #victoriassecret
@louisvuitton tapped @therealpeterlindbergh for its latest city-centric photo book, which is part of a series called Fashion Eye. The primarily black and white book captures the spirit of Berlin in 57 images shot between 1989 and 2019. “Berlin is an inspiration for me, more than a city. I mean @millajovovich is simply Berlin!” said Lindbergh. #wwdfashion
“You know, I think audiences expect a certain performance so I have to deliver to them what they’re expecting to a certain degree. But I’m also a different actor and a different person, I have my own spin on the character,” says @noahegalvin of his takeover of the leading role in “Dear Evan Hansen” following the departure of @bensplatt, who originated the role. Read WWD’s interview with the 23-year-old actor on WWD.com #wwdeye (📷: @jilliansollazzo)
For pre-fall 2018, @etro created richly-colored wonderland, using tapestries, textiles and wallpapers from the Eastern world at large. The line featured floral and graphic prints and jacquard motifs, like this two-piece look featured here. #wwdfashion (📷: Giovanna Pavesi)
@kith is moving into children’s. The men’s and women’s streetwear brand has launched Kidset, a Kith kids line located in New York at 64 Bleecker Street. The line includes mini versions of staple Kith pieces like the Astor bomber jacket and the Kith box logo sweatshirts, along with a wall that can display up to 120 pairs of shoes from @adidas, @newbalance, @timberland and more. #wwdfashion
“I just wanted to create this fully rounded character, but I do think what excited me most was just the opportunity to give a group of people representation that I feel needs it. I like to do characters in projects that stand for something and Karolina definitely does, so that was really exciting to me,” @ginnygardner says of her new role in @hulu’s “The Runaways.” Gardner plays Karolina Dean, a queer superhero, which is a rarity for @marvel. Read more about Gardner’s character on WWD.com #wwdeye (📷: @dandoperalski)


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The Pirate Bay enters internet top 100
And so, the rise of the crazy ABOVE THE LAW Swedish Bittorrent site continues.
According to shaky-but-all-we-have internet traffic monitor Alexa, The Pirate Bay has just eased itself into the global top 100 at a cool 97th. No doubt the launch of GTA IV helped it shift up a place or two.
With a total monthly unique user count of something around 25 million – up from 3 million in 2006 – The Pirate Bay is clearly doing very well for itself. It also means it’s attracting a lot more attention. Attention that didn’t work out very well for the recently closed and sued into oblivion TorrentSpy.
While TPB is the most notorious torrent site, it’s not the biggest – the slightly more user-friendly stuff-stealing portal Mininova.org is the world’s largest Bittorrent site, currently sitting at #52 in Alexa’s global web traffic rankings.
We like stealing stuff off the internet, is Tech Digest’s Obvious Conclusion of the Day.
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Ariel Winter was right on trend at the Emmys Awards with her pink flowy dress!
Since she is only 15-years-old, the Modern Family actress ran the risk of looking like she’s on the way to a high school dance, but that wasn’t the case here!
Sure, the one-shoulder Lorena Sarbu number with a beaded waist looked kind of prom-y, but Ariel’s glam up ‘do and minimal makeup gave her a more sophisticated look.
Take notes, Sarah Hyland.
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Worldwide shipments of tablet computers failed to meet forecasts in the third quarter of 2011 despite a 23.9 percent increase compared to the previous quarter. IDC’s Worldwide Quarterly Media Tablet and eReader Tracker found that tablet shipments reached 18.1 milion units during the period – 265 percent up on the same quarter in 2010, but below the 19.2 million units forecast by IDC.
However, IDC foresees strong demand for tablets in the current quarter, raising its worldwide shipment forecast for 2011 to 63.3 million units from 62.5 million.
Apple shipped 11.1 million iPads in the third quarter, up 1.8 million units from Q2 and representing 61.5 percent of the total market. The market share was a little down from the 63.3 percent seen in the previous quarter. Samsung was second in terms of shipments with 5.6 percent of the market while HP secured a 5 percent market share by shipping 903,354 TouchPads after slashing the price of the device.
IDC added LCD-based devices to the media tablet category during the period, meaning Barnes & Noble hit fourth spot with a 4.5 percent market share after shipping 805,458 Nook Colors. Asus was fifth with a 4 percent share.
Android-powered devices lost ground slightly in terms of market share – falling from 33.2 percent to 32.4 percent – but IDC expects a significant share gain in the fourth quarter due to the introduction of Amazon’s Kindle Fire and the Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet. The analyst firm expects Android devices to secure a 40.3 percent market share during the period.
"Apple's larger portfolio of tablet-specific apps, upcoming iPad versions, and growing physical store presence in key emerging markets like Asia/Pacific will help maintain its global leadership. However, an improving Android OS experience and lower competitor pricing in an environment with worldwide economic concerns should help Android to increase its market share," IDC research analyst Jennifer Song said.
The increase in Android’s market share will come at the expense of RIM’s BlackBerry PlayBook (currently 1.1 percent) and iOS, which is expected to slip to 59 percent.


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Although Imation’s stock fell 2.02% to $3.40 on June 12 and is down since the beginning of the year, the CEO is expecting a turnaround soon.
“Performance in our Consumer Storage and Accessories segment came in stronger than anticipated, with our Tiered Storage and Security Solutions segment a bit soft,” CEO Mark Lucas said in the company’s most recent earnings report. “As our growth investments in sales and channel resources and new products take root, and as the sluggish IT environment improves, we expect our revenues in this segment to increase.”
IMN has a 52 week trading range of $3.25 to $6.60 a share, reports Small Cap Network, for a market cap of $142.79 million plus the stock is down 26.2% since the start of the year, down 20.9% over the past year and down 62.4% over the past five years.
Imation Corp did report a 20.3% decline in net revenue to $178.9 million and a loss per diluted share from continuing operations of $0.41 verses $0.39.
“In 2011, we embarked on a strategic transformation to leverage Imation’s roots in data storage to become a major player in higher-growth, higher-margin industry segments,” Lucas said in the report. “Since then, we have exited two low-margin consumer electronics businesses, acquired NexsanTM and built a mobile security portfolio. We have done this with urgency, since approximately 65% of our volume is in declining businesses.”


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CCG Pays a Visit to Huawei
Huawei has earned 520 billion in 2016, surpassing IBM and ranking in the top 75among Fortune 500. Today, CCG managers visited Huawei University, with a reputation of being a ‘military academy of Chinese companies’, to learn about their talent development and management system. We found that with regards to Huawei’s management, we have a lot in common.
First, we all put “customer-oriented” as priority. Huawei has been dedicated to creating values for customers for 28 years. CCG was a company with only several staff in the beginning, but today it has developed into a company with branches at home and abroad, Always adhering to the principle of “Customers are the center, be dedicated to them”. CCG has established a strategic and cooperative relationship with clients for many years.
Second, Huawei has set up a mechanism to share profits with staff; so has CCG. Ms. Ren – the founder of CCG – only leaves herself 1.4% of the stock and shares the rest with CCG staff. Huawei hopes to build an open ICT ecosphere to develop its business. However, Huawei will only take 1% and leave the rest to its partners. 65 awards from 8 categories were given out to our outstanding staff during our 2016 CCG Annual Meeting, showing the CCG team that their efforts are rewarded and appreciated.
Third, the core of Huawei’s talent cultivating mechanism is to break limitations caused by positions and specialties. Huawei trains its staff in an all-round way through shifting their position. The lecturers in Huawei told us that they all started with basic jobs and took different positions to guarantee strong comprehensive abilities.
The president of CCG – Ms. Sun Guijuan – said during the annual meeting that since its establishment, CCG has been committed to integrating brand communication and marketing resources, focusing on different fields instead of just becoming an ordinary advertising company. This is now our driving force and what makes us who we are today. We encourage our staff to bring their strengths into full play for the better future of the company. We have abandoned official standards and encourage starting up new businesses internally. Our staff can freely speak out their ideas and thoughts, which once are accepted, we promise to use all resources to help them make dreams come true.
Today’s CCG needs to reform like China did 30 years ago. We hope that managers can summarize problems from within their departments and inspire staff in order to keep the company strong and developing. Rolling up our sleeves, together we will march toward a better future in 2017!


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The company has struggled with heavy costs to resolve regulator concerns over manufacturing at some of its plants, a burden which has clouded recent results from the medical-device maker.
Looking ahead to its new fiscal year, the company said it expects a per-share profit of $2 to $2.30 a share, short of the $2.42 currently expected by analysts polled by Thomson Reuters.
Hospira posted a loss of $214 million, or $1.30 a share, compared with a year-earlier profit of $60.6 million, or 36 cents a share. Stripping out product-related charges and other items, the company reported a per-share profit of 51 cents, topping the 45 cents expected by analysts polled by Thomson Reuters.
Net sales edged up 2.2% to $1.01 billion, also beating the $953 million in revenue analysts were looking for. Hospira said strong net sales of the oncolytic docetaxel in the U.S., as well as several other specialty injectable pharmaceutical products, contributed to the increase.
Gross margin narrowed to 27.7% from 35.1%, reflecting a double-digit jump in costs.
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Home Depot to Close Three Call Centers
Atlanta The Home Depot Inc. is closing three call centers that serve its home services business, cutting about 950 jobs, according to a Reuters report.
The centers include one in Tampa, Fla., that has about 751 workers, and two smaller ones in Chicago and Dallas that each employ about 100 people, the report said. The centers work with customers to facilitate installations of doors and other products.
Though the collapsing housing market has hurt demand for bigger-ticket installed projects, Home Depot spokesman Ron DeFeo said the closures were intended to make the installation process more efficient by giving customers one local point of contact with the store instead of multiple ones, the report said.
The company posted a 27% drop in third-quarter profit last month and forecast a steeper fall in full-year earnings as the slumping housing market cut into sales.
Macy’s to sell exclusive MSLO, Wedgwood line
NEW YORK Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia and Wedgwood announced today that they are bringing an exclusive line of tableware to Macy’s next year.
Beginning in January 2008, the Martha Stewart Collection, featuring china, crystal stemware and stainless steel flatware, will be available at Macy’s, macys.com and macysweddingchannel.com.
The china is five-piece place settings, ranging in price from $99 to $159; tea and coffee services and a full complement of serveware are also available, the companies reported. The stemware range from $30 to $37 per stem, while the flatware retails from $45 to $60 for a 5-piece place setting, according to the companies.
“I have always been an avid collector of fine china, crystal and silver, and my personal collection includes many Wedgwood pieces I am very proud to own. Our new line with Wedgwood offers a range of beautiful and timeless pieces that can be collected and enjoyed for years to come just like my antique pieces,” said Martha Stewart, founder of MSLO.
Newell Rubbermaid names new executives
ATLANTA Newell Rubbermaid has announced key senior management changes designed to further drive growth and innovation, while speeding the company’s transformation into a marketer of consumer-driven brands.
James Roberts has been appointed executive group president of office products and cleaning, organization and decor. William Burke III will succeed Roberts as group president of tools and hardware. He will also retain responsibility for the company’s Lenox Industrial Products and Services business in North America until a successor is named at a later date. Steven Marton has been named president of special assignments.
All executives will report directly to Newell Rubbermaid president and ceo Mark Ketchum.
“These business segment leaders have proven their ability to grow revenue and profit in challenging categories, while building brands, partnering with customers and suppliers, and building organizational capability,” Ketchum said.


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LONDON (Reuters) – Shopper numbers at British retail destinations have fallen for a fourth straight week following tougher government measures to stem a second wave of COVID-19, market researcher Springboard said on Monday.
Last week, Prime Minister Boris Johnson imposed a tiered system of restrictions on parts of England, including shutting pubs in the worst affected areas, to curb an acceleration in infections.
Springboard said total shopper numbers, or footfall, fell 3.1% in the week to Oct. 17 versus the previous week. It was down 2.8% on high streets, down 3% in retail parks and down 3.5% in shopping centres.
“The additional COVID tiered restrictions had an immediate impact on footfall in retail destinations last week with an across the board week on week decline,” said Springboard director Diane Wehrle.
Footfall in the north of England and Yorkshire region fell 5%, reflecting the tighter restrictions there.
The year-on-year decline in UK shopper numbers worsened to 32.3%.
About six million people in the United Kingdom face tougher COVID-19 curbs in the coming days as Wales and Manchester, the country’s third largest city, mull additional restrictions.
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L’Oréal has announced the appointment of Amit Jain as its new India managing director succeeding Jean-Christophe Letellier who will shift within L’Oréal group after a five-year stint in the country.
Jain, who will join from August this year, will be L’Oréal India’s first Indian managing director after the French cosmetics giant entered in 1991. In his last role, he was the MD - North-West Europe for Akzo Nobel, based in Amsterdam. Jain has also worked in companies including ICI, Coca- Cola and Viacom since the last three decades.
The company said under Jean-Christophe Letellier's leadership, India saw significant sales growth, revolutionized digital and e-commerce platforms, and achieved ambitious targets in skill development and environmental sustainability.
The company, which is almost synonymous with Bollywood actress and its brand ambassador Aishwarya Rai Bachchan in India, face competition from global rivals Unilever and Procter & Gamble. But unlike most global rivals, L’Oreal follows an autonomous policy where most business decisions and product development are done in India itself.


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MUSIC companies complain loudly that the trading of pirated music files over the Internet costs them millions of dollars. Now Sony has signed a deal to provide songs from the next Jennifer Lopez or B2K album to some of those same consumers for the cost of a can of Pepsi.
Pepsi-Cola North America and Sony Music Entertainment have entered into a promotional agreement for the companies to swap their most valuable assets in an effort to increase sales. Under the terms of the deal, new music will be featured on CD-ROM's and compact discs that will be distributed in grocery stores, restaurants and gas stations. In return, Pepsi gets access to new music from Sony's stable of recording artists in a global marketing campaign that will include radio, television and retail advertising.
The marketing campaign is scheduled to begin in the United States next summer. Although the deal is still in its infancy, executives from Sony said any of its artists, including established groups like Destiny's Child and the Dixie Chicks to emerging acts, could be chosen to participate in the campaign, which would include 30- to 60-second Pepsi-sponsored radio spots that would showcase sneak previews of unreleased music. Pepsi will also provide the financial backing for music television specials and concert tours featuring Sony artists and will sheath its cola packaging with pictures of Sony artists.
''Music is a part of our DNA,'' said Dave Burwick, the senior vice president and chief of marketing at Pepsi-Cola North America. ''Working with Sony lets us bring it to life in the marketplace. The umbrella idea is that Pepsi is bringing you music first. It reinforces Pepsi's connection and leadership in music as a marketer at the same time it allows Sony to get airplay for artists early and often.''
Celebrity endorsements of products are a mainstay of advertising. Indeed, Pepsi has a history of using entertainers, like Britney Spears and Michael Jackson, to market its products. (Pepsi recently dropped its campaign featuring the rapper Ludacris after he was criticized for explicit lyrics and promoting violent behavior.) But the agreement between the companies is the first instance of a music label's becoming partners with a beverage company in a cross-promotional deal that involves artists, but no exchange of money. The artists are not being paid to participate, and Pepsi and Sony have agreed to pay for the cross-promotions from each company's existing marketing budgets.
''Music tie-ins have been and continue to be highly successful,'' said John D. Sicher, the editor and publisher of Beverage Digest. ''This sounds like a program with powerful potential. Two of the most powerful brands in the mind of the consumer are Sony and Pepsi, and this kind of program could have a synergistic effect for both of them.''
The deal is the latest salvo in Pepsi's marketing war with Coke, its chief rival. While both PepsiCo and the Coca-Cola Company have gained market share this year from new products like Mountain Dew Code Red and Vanilla Coke, sales of their trademark brands, Pepsi and Coke Classic, have fallen. Coke, which has not had a new advertising campaign for Coke Classic this year, is expected to begin new marketing early next year. Some of the advertising will include recording artists, the company said. Coke also has a marketing campaign centered around music. It sponsored ''American Idol,'' last summer's popular television talent show, and had promotions that offered free cash for concerts and music.


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Speculation that Disneyland Resort will be adding a new luxury hotel is no longer a rumor. Disneyland Resort has submitted hotel plans to the City of Anaheim, requesting permission to construct a new hotel on the site of its current Downtown Disney parking lot.
If approved, Disneyland’s newest hotel will be the fourth hotel property at its California theme park, and will receive a four diamond rating. Plans call for 700 rooms, two swimming pools, a kids’ play area, a fitness center, and a rooftop restaurant with views of Disneyland’s nightly fireworks show. The new hotel would be the first property added to the theme park in 20 years. If approved, construction will begin in 2018 with plans to open the hotel in 2021.
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Riveting Entertainment announced its partnership with Rebel Blockchain Inc aka Nifter to introduce a unique spin to the NFT space allowing the opportunity for buyers to see a return on their investment and become part royalty share owners of the music NFT they purchase.
In a new era of music, recording artists are taking more ownership, pioneering creative ideas, and marketing their personal material. Riveting Music, an independent record label under Riveting Entertainment, has been known for its work with artists like Redman and Chris Brown.
They also announced their season one NFT launch, “Ethos” which is a community of independent recording artists brought on through Riveting Music’s deep rooted relationships.
The announcement described Ethos as “the story of the underdog winning and artists coming together to form a creative space and community of like minded individuals with a common goal.”
“Ethos” Season One “PreSale” Virtual Launch Party March 9th
Andrew Listermann, CEO of Riveting Entertainment shared with The Source.
“For a music NFT platform to be truly successful, it must prioritize supporting artists to help create the best opportunity for success. Nifter has shown they are ready to do that and so we are looking forward to releasing a lot of incredible music NFT projects with their platform.”
The first artists from the roster to release NFT content under the new partnership include Lyrica Anderson, Lexi Drew, Nessly + Killy, Joss Austin, Dawin, Nieman + Eric Bellinger, and Dice Soho.
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Last week, drugmaker Rite Aid (NYS: RAD) reported losses for the 17th straight quarter. But the company managed to deliver at least a little good news, beating the Street's estimates of even greater losses.
Surprised? Let's find out more.
Rite Aid reported a net loss of $94.7 million, significantly below the year-ago quarter's $199.3 million loss. The loss per share for the quarter of $0.11 wasn't as bad as the Street's expectations of a $0.17 loss. Revenue during the quarter was $6.27 billion -- a mere 1.8% increase from a year ago but enough to reverse a trend of falling sales in previous quarters.
How did Rite Aid accomplish these improvements? Two words:
Rite Aid finally implemented a wellness and customer-loyalty program. This much-needed move encouraged a positive response from customers who had earlier slashed their spending. Rite Aid recorded 44 million members for this program, a 10% increase from the previous quarter. These members accounted for about two-thirds of the company's prescriptions and non-pharmacy sales.
Concerns related to Hurricane Irene also benefited the company, as people stocked up food and batteries. This pushed up same-store sales in August by 2.5%. Although there was a benefit to the reported fiscal quarter, the current quarter that ends in November will take a hit from customers who stay away after the storms.
The third man in what's become a two-man race, Rite Aid is trying really hard to become profitable. It has been closing stores even as rivals Walgreen (NYS: WAG) and CVS Caremark (NYS: CVS) have been opening new ones and eating into Rite Aid's market share. Still, Rite Aid is suffering under the burden of an immense debt load at nearly $6 billion, which is more than 6 times the company's market capitalization.
Some credit should be given to the loss-making company, as it reports the third consecutive quarter with improvement in same-store sales growth, which grew by 2.2% for the entire quarter. The company has expanded its immunization program and also launched a wellness-store format that provides an expanded clinical service.
The Foolish bottom line
The company has narrowed its projected loss for the full year and is trying hard to restructure itself. No doubt Rite Aid is improving, but it's still not free from all problems. This looks like a turnaround for this unhealthy drug maker. But I'm not putting a penny in until it shows better numbers. Keep a watch on this company by adding it to My Watchlist.
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It’s four hours’ drive from Hangzhou to Chun’an. Along the way, the scenery of the city is gradually faded, and replaced by a landscape of Qiandao Lake. Motorcycle riding, an outdoor sport that has not yet been popularized in China, is like a pearl hidden in the green mountains and rivers waiting for people to discover its light.As Hangzhou is about to host the 19th Asian Games, the Sports Zhejiang and Picturesque Zhejiang will usher the best propaganda window period. On this occasion, a short video program called “Focus on Zhejiang” was launched, which takes the BMW motorcycle riding as the line to open up the style of Zhejiang in the past 40 years of reform and opening up. On the afternoon of the 17th, the Launching Ceremony of Focus on Zhejiang · Global Promotion and the First Station of Chun’an opened in Qiandao Lake. Nearly 100 guests at the scene witnessed the launch of the global promotion of “Focus on Zhejiang”.
The Scene of the Launching Ceremony
Huang Haifeng, secretary of the Chun’an County CPC Committee, Guo Qing, member of the editorial Committee of the Zhejiang Daily Press Group, Dong Jie, secretary general of the Zhejiang Tourism Association, and Zhang Chuanqiang, subprefect of the Chun’an County People’s Government, opened the curtain for the event.
As one of the organizers, Zhang Chuanqiang, subprefect of the Chun’an County People’s Government, delivered the opening speech. He said, “Chu’an has become the division of the 2022 Asian Games in Hangzhou. The column group of “Focus on Zhejiang” regards Chun’an as its first stop, which is a perfect combination and union of sports and tourism, sports and beautiful scenery. The natural scenery, characteristic folk customs and traditional food of Qiandao Lake will be displayed in the documentary.
Zhang Chuanqiang, subprefect of the Chun’an County People’s Government
Guo Qing, member of the editorial Committee of the Zhejiang Daily Press Group, interprets the birth background and innovative significance of “Focus on Zhejiang”, the super sports IP, for the audience. He believes that “Focus on Zhejiang” is a cultural sports tourism IP that has the theme and focuses on the story telling. It is also the application of “news and service” strategy advocated by Zhejiang Daily Press Group in news practice in recent years. “The essence of News is service. As an original video column that combines the international fashion trend with the main melody, “Focus on Zhejiang” takes the major social hot spot as the breakthrough point, the video as the means, the display and the service as the appeal,to attract and gather users through the interactive communication. We hope and have the confidence to make it a popular product of the new media age.” He said that “Focus on Zhejiang” is to use the media power to tell stories about Zhejiang and spread the influence of Zhejiang, and use sports and tourism as the carriers for cross-cultural exchanges.
Ekrem Sak, director of the Chinese district of the motorcycle of BMW (China) Auto Trade Co., Ltd., thinks that China is very suitable for riding. The Yangtze River Delta in Zhejiang including the Chun’an Qiandao Lake, are also the sacred places for countless riders to indulge in the mountains and rivers. He said: “through “Focus on Zhejiang”, we hope that more people will feel the brand charm of “Make Life a Ride” unique to BMW Motorcycle. At the same time, It will attract more people to join the ranks of the BMW motorcyclists and feel the positive, optimistic, free and confident life attitude.
Ekrem Sak, director of the Chinese district of the motorcycle of BMW (China) Auto Trade Co., Ltd.
As one of the sponsors of the program, Wen Congping, project director of “Focus on Zhejiang”, lifted the mysterious veil of the show. He said that the short video program created by the “strongest brain” of the Zhejiang Press Group’s multiple product lines brings together the top video production team of the Zhejiang Press Group, which is creative and challenging. The program takes the BMW motorcycle riding as the line and takes the national sports, tourism characteristics and cultural traditions as the point. The first season lasts a year, connecting about 1000 villages and 100 counties in Zhejiang Province to combine the international fashion trend with the main theme of propaganda. All aspects truly show the Zhejiang in the process of rural rejuvenation and the earth-shaking changes that have taken place in Zhejiang over the past 40 years of reform and opening up. It encourages the people of the whole province to hold the great banner of Xi Jinping’s socialist thought with Chinese characteristics in the new era high, uphold the spirit of Zhejiang, do things in practice, walk in the forefront, stand at the head of the tide bravely in order to let the world understand the Sports Zhejiang and the Picturesque Zhejiang.
In the round table forum, Wen Congping, project director of “Focus on Zhejiang”, Wang Hongjiang, regional director of the Political Tourism Business Department of Sina, Chatal, founder and editor-in-chief of City Traveler and Shen Linwei, general manager of Hangzhou Qiandao Lake Xintiandi Cultural Development Co., Ltd., discussed the development potential and space of “sports and tourism”. Wang Hongjiang holds that the prospects for the development of sports and tourism are limitless. In the future, tourism will be fully integrated with culture, education, science and technology, and sports to bring more content to tourists. Chatal also said she saw the fast development of sports tourism in the past ten years. Shen Linwei believes that ecotourism, agricultural tourism and sports tourism are the main directions of the future development and also bring vitality to the industrial development. Enterprises can cooperate with more units to seek innovation.
It is worth mentioning that the opening ceremony for the first time exposed the contents of Chun’an Station of the first episode of “Focus on Zhejiang”. In just a few minutes, the audience experienced the people’s livelihood of Chun’an and the miracle and shock of mountains, rivers and villages through the perspective of cyclists. The audience in the field is still in the mood, and have more expectations for the follow-up content.
It is understood that this activity is directed by Sport Bureau of Zhejiang Province and Tourism Bureau of Zhejiang Province, organized by Zhejiang Daily Press Group, Chun’an County People’s Government, co-hosted by Zhejiang Online, Zhejiang Video, Qianjiang Evening News, Media Dream Factory, Hangzhou Xintiandi Cultural Tourism Group,Wenyuan Lion City Scenic area, and jointly sponsored by Yintai Department Store, BMW Motorcycle China, Sina, City Traveler and Hangzhou Junyue.
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Santa Barbara Channelkeeper’s annual Blue Water Ball will set sail virtually this year due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
The organization’s 20th Annual Blue Water Ball – Second Sail will take place online at 5 p.m. Sept. 9.
The free event will feature Geoff Green, the CEO of the City College Foundation, as master of ceremonies, and a few words from Channelkeeper executive director Kira Redmond.
That will kick off the silent auction and raffle, which will be open for online bidding from Sept. 9 through Sept. 23.
The Blue Water Ball is the most crucial fundraiser for the nonprofit, providing volunteers with the ability to monitor waterway health, advocate for clean water and environmental justice, hold polluters accountable and educate the next generation of environmental stewards.
The money raised from the event accounts for 25% of the organization’s budget for 2020.
“This (COVID-19) is totally new for everybody. We’re all experiencing it together,” Debra McCarty, the development director for Channelkeeper, told the News-Press. “But none of our work in our mission has stopped or changed. We are still here to protect the Santa Barbara Channel.”
The silent auction and raffle will feature many items, such as vacations, ocean adventures, wetsuits donated by Patagonia, outdoor gear, local art, jewelry and more.
The online auction will work much like a paddle raise, where bidders will use an online software to press a button to bid.
“This is a team effort. We’re all hands on deck right now to host our guests,” Ms. McCarty said. “We’re excited to just visit with everybody and see everybody join us. It’s such a blessing to be with all our ocean-loving supporters.”
Participants must register in advance for the event at https://paybee.io/vevent.html?action=openrsvp&eventId=5f1b5f66365fca4b07b78bd3. After registering, participants will receive an email with the link to join.
To shop for items in the auction and purchase tickets for the raffle, visit https://paybee.io/quickpay.html?handle=cleansb_h2o&ppid=1#optionList.


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MediaTek Dimensity 1000C processor tested in Geekbench
A few days ago, MediaTek introduced the Dimensity 1000C mobile platform for shipments outside the Chinese market. The manufacturer has already named the first smartphone model that will be equipped with this processor, and thanks to the publication in Geekbench, the expected performance of the new item in comparison with the chips of other vendors has become known.
Authoritative network informant Digital Chat Station published a few screenshots that compare the performance of the MediaTek Dimensity 1000C with the Kirin 820 and Snapdragon 765G. The result of the Dimension 1000C was 601 and 2365 and points when loading on one and all cores. This indicator roughly corresponds to the level of Kirin 820 (601/2237 points) and Snapdragon 765G (607/1777 "parrots").
The architecture of the new chip is represented by four high-performance ARM Cortex-A77 cores and four energy-efficient Cortex-A55 cores. The graphics are handled by the ARM Mali G57 processor. In addition, the platform includes a MediaTek AI coprocessor (APU 3.0), which enables the use of artificial intelligence when working with the camera, assistant, and system optimization.
The first smartphone to receive the latest Dimensity 1000C platform will be the American version of the fashionable LG Velvet 5G.


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On the heels of yesterday's announcement by the British Phonographic Institute that digital sales have overtaken physical sales comes news from the UK's PRS For Music, Britain's collection society, that digital royalty payments will soon match those from physical sales.
Royalties from the digital sales of U.K. repertoire worldwide will match those from the sales of physical recorded media, including CDs, in the year 2014, predicted PRS for Music, Great Britain's collecting society, during its AGM (annual general meeting) today (May 31).
Chief financial officer Craig Nunn pointed out that the current tough economy, which has seen youth unemployment reach a staggering 22%, had not hurt the organization's income stream.
"But considering that those under 30 (years of age) account for half of all digital sales, that could be damaging. Yet, in 2011, revenues from online grew 42% to £39.1 million ($60.9 million)," he said. Online represented 10% of royalties collected in the domestic market last year, he said.
However, as sales of physical recordings decline, digital sales will grow to catch up in two years' time. "By 2014, online royalties will cross over physical recorded media (income) at £70 million ($109 million) apiece," he said.
Royalties from overseas were also healthy for PRS members, Dunn said. The society collected £188 million ($293 million) from 150 countries last year. "We're becoming less and less reliant on the U.K. market," he stated.
The healthy growth of digital sales' share was confirmed by CEO Robert Ashcroft: "Online now represents a larger proportion of royalties than either live music or (performance rights from) pubs and clubs, which is a considerable achievement and one that validates our approach of licensing new (digital) services. So successful have we been that the U.K. represents nearly 50% of the entire European market for legal downloads."
Speaking to an audience of rights owners, Ashcroft added: "With the U.K. market now showing signs of slight decline, we depend on the strength of your repertoire overseas."
The improving overseas performance has been helped by the ICE (International Copyright Enterprise) system, a joint venture with Swedish royalties-collecting organization STIM to make copyright management more efficient.
He also disclosed that GEMA, the German collecting society, is "expected to announce shortly their intention to become a shareholder in ICE."
PRS collected £630.8 million ($982.5 million) last year. Of that, £557.2 million ($868 million) was distributed to its members, a 3.2% increase from 2010.


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The 127th running of the Hollywoodbets Durban July brings excitement in Durban and all over the country of South Africa. The race, which is Africa’s premier horse racing event, was set to take place on Saturday, 1 July 2023 at Hollywoodbets Greyville Racecourse. As always, fashion students and people are expecting to see the Top Durban July 2023 Outfits.
This year’s THEME
The theme for this year’s event is “Out of this World“, and organizers are promising a truly out-of-this-world experience for racegoers. The track will be decked out in space-themed decorations, and there will be a variety of space-themed activities and entertainment on offer.
In the lead-up to the race, there have been a number of exciting developments. The final field for the Durban July was announced last week, and it includes some of the best horses in South Africa. The race is expected to be hotly contested, and there is no clear favorite.
Top Durban July 2023 Outfits
The fashion stakes are also high at the Durban July, and racegoers are expected to pull out all the stops in terms of their outfits. The theme for this year’s fashion is “Out of this World”, so expect to see some truly creative and out-of-the-box looks on the day.
Jessica Nkosi’s dress for this year’s Durban July event is truly breathtaking. The designer showcased an exceptional understanding of the event’s theme, “Out of the World.” The dress is an exquisite masterpiece, perfectly capturing the essence of otherworldly beauty. With its intricate details, the dress transports us to a celestial realm, where stars dance across the fabric, shimmering like galaxies in the night sky. The ethereal silhouette of the gown gracefully accentuates Jessica’s natural elegance, while the vibrant colours evoke a sense of cosmic enchantment. Every stitch and embellishment seems meticulously placed, creating a harmonious fusion of celestial elements and high fashion. Jessica Nkosi’s dress is a testament to the designer’s visionary talent and their ability to create a garment that is not only visually stunning but also seamlessly aligns with the event’s thematic vision. It truly exemplifies the artistry and innovation that make the Durban July event a celebration of unparalleled creativity.
Nandi Madida’s dress for this year’s Durban July event is absolutely breathtaking. It exudes a regal aura, making her resemble an otherworldly queen. The designer’s deep comprehension of the event’s theme, “Out of the world,” is evident in every intricate detail of the dress. Nandi’s attire is a true testament to the creativity and vision that went into bringing this celestial concept to life.
Dj Lamiez made a stunning fashion statement at this year’s Durban July event with her breathtaking dress. The designer perfectly captured the essence of the theme, “Out of the world,” by incorporating reflective materials and creating an otherworldly, alien-like ensemble. Lamiez’s dress mesmerized onlookers with its ethereal glow, as if she had descended from a distant galaxy. The intricate craftsmanship and attention to detail showcased the designer’s deep understanding of the theme, making Dj Lamiez an absolute showstopper and a vision of cosmic beauty at the event.
Somizi’s outfits for this year’s Durban July event were absolutely stunning, showcasing his unique style. As the proud gay king, he radiated confidence and elegance with every change of attire. Throughout the event, he wowed everyone by switching outfits a remarkable eight times, leaving a lasting impression on all attendees. His fashion choices truly exemplified his vibrant personality and creative flair.
Mihlali Ndamase’s dress choice for this year’s Durban July event is remarkably ordinary, lacking any unique or striking elements. It fails to capture attention or make a bold fashion statement, blending in with the crowd. Considering her previous fashion choices, this year’s selection falls short of expectations, leaving much to be desired in terms of creativity and originality.
Makhadzi’s attire for this year’s Durban July event is absolutely stunning as she elegantly adorns herself with a mesmerizing display of black feathers. Not only is she captivating in her dress, but she was also eagerly anticipated to grace the event with a remarkable performance. Her presence at the Durban July event, both visually and artistically, was undoubtedly a highlight that left everyone in awe.
Thabsie’s dress for this year’s Durban July event is absolutely stunning, elegantly adorned with shimmering diamonds. The fabric gracefully cascades, creating a mesmerizing effect that accentuates her natural beauty. The intricate design incorporates sheer elements, subtly revealing glimpses of her radiant charm while maintaining an air of sophistication. Overall, Thabsie’s attire exudes opulence and allure, making her a captivating presence at the prestigious event.
Amanda du-Point’s dress for this year’s Durban July event is truly a sight to behold. Made from an exquisite, pure white flexible fabric, the gown drapes elegantly, accentuating her graceful figure. The choice of white plastic deco elements adds a touch of modernity and uniqueness to the ensemble, creating a captivating contrast against the flowing fabric. As Amanda walks among the event’s attendees, her dress exudes an aura of timeless beauty and effortless style, turning heads and leaving a lasting impression on all who have the privilege to witness it.
Linda Mtoba’s dress for this year’s Durban July event is absolutely stunning. It is so mesmerizing that it looks like something from another planet. The designer clearly captured the essence of this year’s theme, “Out of the world,” with incredible understanding and creativity.
Lasizwe Dambuza’s attire for this year’s Durban July event is truly magnificent and exudes a distinct sense of queer identity. Sporting a captivating ensemble, he appeared as a striking brown extraterrestrial, devoid of hair, leaving onlookers in awe. It is evident that the designer thoroughly comprehended and embraced the event’s theme of “Out of the world.” The outfit not only showcases Lasizwe’s unique style but also celebrates the diverse and inclusive nature of the occasion, further accentuating the beauty and vibrancy of the event itself.
Both Khosi Twala’s and Mihlali Ndamase’s dresses for this year’s Durban July event are disappointingly ordinary. The lack of unique designs and creative flair make them blend into the crowd rather than standing out. It’s a missed opportunity for these fashion-forward individuals to showcase their exceptional style and make a lasting impression at such a prestigious event. Their choices fail to capture the essence of the occasion and leave much to be desired in terms of originality and elegance.
It is evident that some individuals failed to grasp the fashion theme of this year’s Durban July, as their outfits were disappointingly ordinary. The lack of creativity and imagination was palpable in their fashion choices, standing in stark contrast to the innovative and extraordinary essence the event aimed to capture. These individuals missed the opportunity to embrace the unique theme and explore unconventional styles, resulting in a lackluster presence amidst the sea of extraordinary fashion statements.
In addition to the horse racing and fashion, there will be a number of other activities and entertainment on offer at the Durban July. There will be live music, food stalls, and a variety of other attractions. The event is expected to attract over 50,000 people, so it is sure to be a hive of activity.
The Durban July is a truly iconic event, and it is one of the most anticipated events on the South African social calendar. This year’s event is shaping up to be even more exciting than ever before, so be sure to mark your calendars and get ready for a truly out-of-this-world experience.
Here are some of the things that have been happening so far in the lead-up to Durban July 2023:
- The final field for the race was announced last week. The field includes 18 horses, and it is one of the strongest in recent years.
- The theme for this year’s fashion is “Out of this World”, and racegoers are expected to pull out all the stops in terms of their outfits.
- There will be a number of space-themed activities and entertainment on offer at the event, including a space shuttle simulator, a laser tag arena, and a planetarium.
- The event is expected to attract over 50,000 people, making it one of the biggest social events in South Africa.
Here are some of the things that are still to come in the lead-up to Durban July 2023:
- The official race program will be released in the coming weeks.
- The track will be decorated in space-themed decorations in the days leading up to the race.
- There will be a number of fashion shows and events leading up to the race.
- The event will be broadcast live on television and online.
I hope you enjoy the Durban July 2023!


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MasterCard Inc. plans to launch a debit-card service in Canada next year, a move that could shake up competition in the country's lucrative payments industry while stoking merchant discontent over processing costs.
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Wells Fargo & Company (NYSE: WFC) said today that Chairman and CEO John
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(available for free download at www.DeveloperEconomics.com)
- Mobile web as a platform has seen an impressive upturn in usage, and is now in third position in our Developer Mindshare Index. Android and iOS continue to lead with 67% of developers currently using Android and 59% using iOS.
- Nearly 40% of developers currently using Symbian and 35% of developers currently using Java ME are planning to drop the platforms
- Today, app stores are the primary go-to-market channel for 45% of mobile app developers across platforms
- Despite the bad press, Android is actually less fragmented than either Java ME or BlackBerry
- Organisations developing B2C apps (targeted at consumers) are extending their offering first Apple and then to Android, to mobile web, to BlackBerry and finally to Windows Phone 7
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Chocolate and Valentine’s Day are a truly iconic couple, right up there with Kermit and Miss Piggy, Mickey and Minnie Mouse or peanut butter and jelly.
In fact, this sweet treat is so synonymous with the most romantic holiday of the year that heart-shaped boxes of chocolate made up 10.7% of Valentine’s Day candy sales in 2019, according to a new survey from Candystore.com. The candy website used sales data from the past 12 years from online bulk candy stores and industry partners to determine the amount of chocolate sold.
That sure is a lot of cherry cordials. But just how much chocolate do Americans buy every year for Valentine’s Day? Turns out, 58 million pounds of chocolate are purchased in the seven days leading up to Feb. 14. And if you’re single and want to get in on the action, you’re not alone. The Candystore.com survey revealed that 43% of Americans will buy themselves candy this Valentine’s Day.
Chocolate is just one part of big Valentine’s Day sales. The National Retail Foundation expects that Americans will shell out $27.4 billion this February (an average of $196.31 per person) on gifts for loved ones. For 2020, it’s expected that about $2.4 billion of that big spending will go toward candy. The rest will go toward other romantic gifts, such as jewelry, an evening out at one of the most romantic restaurants around, clothing, flowers, cards and other gifts.
So, if you’re among the masses of Americans who are going to be buying candy for your sweetheart this season, make sure you’re getting the Valentine’s Day candy of choice: chocolate. And just to be safe, get it from the best chocolate shop in your state.


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South Korea economy to see mild improvement led by services, consumption: central bank
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SEOUL (Reuters) - South Korea's economy is expected to see gradual improvement in coming months thanks to services and domestic consumption, the country's central bank said in a regular report on regional growth on Monday.
The overall pace of economic growth had slowed slightly in most regional economies over July and August, according to an assessment from the Bank of Korea's 16 regional offices nationwide.
Exports will remain sluggish but are expected to gradually recover, the report added.
Manufacturing is forecast to be largely steady in coming months compared to July and August, although semiconductor and smartphone production will rise in the area surrounding Seoul, Chungcheong Province and in Daegu.
Services will be propped up over the near term on more tourists visiting the country on top of plans for nationwide discount sales at retail stores in September and October, the central bank said, part of a government scheme to spur economic activity.
(Reporting by Christine Kim; Editing by Shri Navaratnam)
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MPG Media Contacts poaches OMD's Debra Isaacson
MPG Media Contacts has hired Debra Isaacson, business development director for Europe, the Middle East and Africa at OMD, as its managing partner, marketing, replacing Emma Thwaite.
Debra Isaacson: joins MPG Media Contacts
Isaacson will join MPG Media Contacts in January with responsibility for all new business and marketing at the agency, including both external and internal channels.
In addition to building on wins such as Tia Maria-owner Illva Saronno and the estate agent Your Move, Isaacson will be responsible for MPG Media Contacts' Meaningful Brands positioning.
Issacson has been at OMD for 13 years and a business development director for EMEA since September 2007. She was pivotal in successful international pitches for brands such as Renault Nissan, PlayStation and Vodafone.
Other senior new business roles held by Issacson at Omnicom include OMD brand development manager for EMEA, Omnicom Media Group head of brand development across EMEA and head of new business and marketing, EMEA at OMD.
Prior to joining OMD in 1999 Isaacson’s experience includes stints as senior account manager at BBDO in Tel Aviv, Israel and brand manager for CK One at the Calvin Klein Cosmetics Company. She began her career as a media assistant at Ogilvy & Mather in New York in 1986.
Marc Mendoza, chief executive of MPG Media Contacts, said: "Debra comes with an amazing pedigree in both new business and marketing and an innate understanding of not just the industry but how media works across all channels.
"With a strong new business performance and incredible client retention Debra joins a team in rude health but now has the opportunity to turn it into a formidable pitch machine."
Thwaite left MPG Media Contacts earlier this year. In the interim the marketing and new business role was covered on a contract basis by experienced new business executive Mark Robinson.
Isaacson said: "I've always respected and admired the MPG Media Contacts brand seeing it as intelligent, dynamic and relevant, confidently punching above its weight. Its insightful, consumer-focused Meaningful Brands positioning is strong and differentiated.
"I'm delighted to be joining the team behind it and to have the opportunity to further communicate to clients how its application is a powerful recipe for their brands' sustainable growth."Follow @MaisieMcCabe
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