January 30, 2023
Canon joins the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI)
Photo: A Canon Camera.
San Jose, CA, January 30, 2023 — “We are delighted to welcome Canon, one of the world’s leading camera manufacturers, as a member of the Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI), joining more than 890 media and tech companies, NGOs, and academics working together to fight misinformation by furthering the implementation of open-source digital provenance technology,” Santiago Lyon, Head of Advocacy and Education, CAI, announced.
Founded in 1937, Canon is a leading global manufacturer of professional and consumer cameras and lenses and brings a long history of innovative and ground-breaking photojournalism projects to the CAI.
Photojournalists and others widely use Canon’s equipment to capture impactful, compelling, and beautiful imagery from around the world. Canon equipment has helped capture award-winning images, including Pulitzer Prizes and World Press Photo awards.
“Canon enthusiastically supports efforts to fight misinformation by ensuring the authenticity and provenance of digital images created and enjoyed by society. Joining the efforts of the CAI is an important step in this endeavor,” said Go Tokura, Chief Executive of Imaging Communication Business Operations at Canon. “We look forward to working with other technology companies and media partners to develop technology solutions that achieve these goals.”
Provenance technology provides secure, tamper-evident metadata that accompanies images and other file types along their journey from capture through editing to publication, showing the viewer where an asset came from and any changes made to it along the way. The CAI looks forward to working with Canon on prototyping and implementing provenance technology into their future products.
Source: Content Authenticity Initiative (CAI)
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January 25, 2023
Adidas Reveals Oceaunz - The Official Match Ball of the "FIFA Women's World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023"
The design takes visual inspiration from nature, paying homage to the vast Australasian landscape.
Following the successful deployment during the FIFA World Cup 2022™, the organizers will also fit the ball to be used on the pitch during the Women’s World Cup with Connected Ball Technology.
It is a groundbreaking innovation that provides officials with precise ball data to help faster and more accurate decision-making.
1% of global OCEAUNZ net sales will go to the Common Goal Movement, pledged solely to projects driving gender equity in football.
OCEAUNZ is available from January 25th at Adidas’s selected retailers and online.
Photos: Adidas Reveals Oceaunz - The Official Match Ball of the “FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™”. Images provided by & copyright © Adidas.
Adidas has revealed OCEAUNZ, the Official Match Ball of the FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™. It’s the ninth successive football Adidas has produced for the FIFA Women’s World Cup and designed to cope with the demands and speed of the modern game.
OCEAUNZ’s design features a decoration of blues and greens inspired by the unique Australasian landscape, with visuals nodding to the vast mountains of New Zealand and Australia’s connection with the Indian Ocean.
The cultural markings and the initials of both host nations celebrate Australia and New Zealand coming together to host this showpiece tournament. The Australian patterns have been created by renowned local artist Chern’ee Sutton, while the Kiwi artist Fiona Collisthe designed the markings representing New Zealand.
Franziska Loeffelmann, Design Director of Football Graphics at Adidas, said: “With record viewing figures for the Women’s Euros tournament last year, the upcoming World Cup would be a massive moment for the game we love. So we’re turning up with a match ball that we’re incredibly proud of - featuring our innovative technology and a design that represents the landscape’s natural beauty. We’re hugely excited for the FIFA Women’s World Cup and to see the women’s game lifted to even further heights in two great host nations.”
Like the Official Match Ball of the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022™, OCEAUNZ features connected ball technology, providing precise ball data, which will be made available to Video Match Officials in real-time. Combined with player position data and by applying artificial intelligence, the innovative connected ball technology contributes to FIFA’s semi-automated offside technology and offers Video Assistant Referees instantaneous information to help optimize decision-making.
• OCEAUNZ features:
CTR-CORE - a groundbreaking core within the ball would improve accuracy and consistency, supporting fast, precise play with top shape and air retention.
SPEEDSHELL - The ball’s polyurethane (PU) skin features micro and macro textures and a new 20-piece panel shape, enhancing aerodynamics.
CONNECTED BALL TECHNOLOGY - A Suspension System in the center of the ball hosts and stabilizes a 500Hz inertial measurement unit (IMU) motion sensor, providing unprecedented insight into every element of the movement of the ball. The sensor is powered by a rechargeable battery, which can be charged by induction.
The program focuses on increasing girls’ participation and the proportion of female coaches and female leaders in football for good community programs, helping to ensure that every girl participant has a female athlete role model in their community.
The FIFA Women’s World Cup Australia and New Zealand 2023™ starts on July 20th, 2023, with the host nation New Zealand taking on Norway - and concludes with the final a month later, on August 20th.
OCEAUNZ will be priced at €150 and available from January 25th at Adidas’s selected retailers and online.
Adidas is the global leader in football. It is the official supplier of the most important football tournaments in the world, such as the FIFA World Cup™, the UEFA European Championship & the UEFA Champions League. Adidas also sponsors some world’s top clubs, including Real Madrid, Manchester United, Arsenal, FC Bayern Munich & Juventus. Adidas also partners some of the best athletes in the game, including Vivianne Miedema, Lindsey Horan, Wendie Renard, Leo Messi, Paul Pogba, Mohamed Salah, Paulo Dybala, Thiago Alcantara, Gabriel Jesus, Roberto Firmino, Joao Felix, Serge Gnabry, Isco Jude Bellingham, and Karim Benzema.
Source: Adidas
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January 23, 2023
Ducati Lenovo Team unveils 2023 livery at Madonna di Campiglio.
Ducati unveils official MotoGP and WorldSBK teams’ liveries in Madonna di Campiglio during the “Campioni in Pista” event.
The Ducati Lenovo Team is ready to defend the Riders’, Constructors’, and Teams’ World Titles secured in MotoGP in 2022 with reigning World Champion Francesco Bagnaia.
Enea Bastianini, Bagnaia’s new teammate, makes his debut wearing the Ducati Lenovo Team colors.
Bagnaia’s Desmosedici GP sports the World Champion’s number 1.
Claudio Domenicali, CEO of Ducati Motor Holding: “Working while having fun is part of our philosophy. It adds value to our work and allows us to commit even more by managing fatigue.”
Photos: Ducati Lenovo Team unveils 2023 livery. Images provided by & copyright © DUCATI.
Madonna di Campiglio (Italy), January 23, 2023 - At the Palacampiglio of Madonna di Campiglio, in the enchanting setting of the snow-capped Dolomites, the livery of the Desmosedici GP bikes with which the Ducati Lenovo Team will take part in the 2023 MotoGP World Championship has been unveiled. The official Ducati team is ready to defend the Constructors’, Teams’, and Riders’ World Titles clinched last year together with reigning World Champion Francesco Bagnaia. Enea Bastianini, who finished third in the 2022 World Championship with the Desmosedici GP of the Gresini Racing team, will be alongside him wearing the official Ducati colors for the first time. Everything is set for another exciting season, with the first race out of 21 scheduled to take place in Portimão, Portugal, on March 26. In addition to the traditional Sunday race, starting this year, a sprint race on Saturday at each Grands Prix will add more excitement to the 2023 MotoGP World Championship.
Source: DUCATI
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January 22, 2023
Anne Klein kicks off Milestone Year with New Fashion Campaign featuring Supermodel Candice Swanepoel.
Photo: Anne Klein has tapped South African supermodel, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Candice Swanepoel to appear in a new Spring/Summer 2023 fashion campaign. Image provided by & copyright © Anne Klein.
Photo: American fashion brand Anne Klein celebrates 55 years of style, impact, and legacy - releases Spring/Summer 23 campaign featuring supermodel Candice Swanepoel. Image provided by & copyright © Anne Klein.
Photo: Anne Klein has tapped South African supermodel, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Candice Swanepoel to appear in a new Spring/Summer 2023 fashion campaign. Image provided by & copyright © Anne Klein.
NEW YORK, January 22, 2023 — 2023, serves as a milestone year for iconic American fashion brand ANNE KLEIN as it celebrates 55 years of style, impact, and the legacy of its namesake founder. Anne Klein has tapped South African supermodel, entrepreneur, and philanthropist Candice Swanepoel to appear in a new Spring/Summer 2023 fashion campaign to kick off the year.
Anne Klein, who founded her eponymous brand in 1968, is regarded as a trailblazing designer who forever changed how women dress. She provided a uniquely American point of view to the global fashion industry. She also inspired and championed women’s ability to make positive change, famously declaring: “Clothes won’t change the world. The women who wear them will.”
“As we enter this monumental year, we are thrilled to have Candice in our campaign series celebrating women who are positively changing the world through a balance of image and impact,” said Jameel Spencer, CMO in Residence for Anne Klein. “Anne Klein has a deep history of impacting women’s lives, and that DNA remains true today. Similarly, Candice has used her platform to deliver empowering messaging to women worldwide and is the perfect partner to help us further our mission and impact women today.”
“I’m honored to have partnered with Anne Klein, a brand whose values align with my own,” said Candice. “Anne Klein has a long and respected history within the fashion industry, and I’m proud to support their mission of empowering and championing women.”
Australian photographer Chris Colls shot the Anne Klein Spring/Summer ‘23 campaign at Pier 59 Studios in New York City.
Source: Anne Klein
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January 21, 2023
U.S. Postal Service issues Stamps on Sailboats and Snowy Beauty Flowers.
Photo: U.S. Postal Service Forever Sailboat Postcard Stamps.
The U.S. Postal Service celebrates the favorite outdoor activity of Sailboats with two colorful postcard stamps. According to USPS, “the stamps are whimsical, bright, bold, and modern — featuring illustrations that capture the joyful sensation of being on the water on a beautiful day.”
“Both stamps show boats cutting through the waves at full heel. The first depicts a single boat above royal blue waves, a white swell crashing against the prow. The white mainsail — adorned with a thick yellow stripe — and a pink jib stands majestically above a white, pink, and gray hull, all set against a gray-blue, cloudless sky,” USPS explained.
“The second stamp features two boats racing under full sail. The closer boat sports a teal-and-white mainsail and a pink jib — white spray curls from its white and teal hull. The farther boat has a sleek black hull, and a white mainsail tipped with red. Antonio Alcalá is the art director,” USPS added.
Photo: USPS Snowy Beauty Flower Stamps.
The U.S. Postal Service has also issued 10 Snowy Beauty Forever stamps in booklets of 20.
USPS states, “Gardens are places of beauty no matter the season. Even as the days grow short, some hardy blooms brave winter’s chill. Snowfall only heightens their splendor, serving as the perfect foil for their radiance.”
“Art director Derry Noyes designed the stamps with original art by Gregory Manchess. The artist started with digital studies, then created the finished images with oils on the panel. The result is a set of beautifully illustrated blooming winter wonders: camellia, crocus, hellebore, winterberry, pansy, plum blossom, grape hyacinth, daffodil, ranunculus, and winter aconite,” USPS elaborated.
Source: U.S. Postal Service
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January 19, 2023
Mastercard enhances its connection with Indian Sports lovers through a Marquee Sponsorship of Cricket in India.
Mastercard acquires the title sponsorship rights for all home Cricket matches (women’s and men’s) and domestic first-class Cricket.
Mastercard has announced its collaboration with the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) to broaden its strategic outreach to Indian audiences. During this association, Mastercard will be the title sponsor for all international matches (both women’s and men’s) held on home grounds, domestic cricket matches like Irani Trophy, Duleep Trophy, and Ranji Trophy organized by the BCCI, and also all junior Cricket (Under 19 and Under 23) games held in India.
This sponsorship and its activations are aimed at enhancing Mastercard’s connection with cricket lovers across the country and beyond. For a brand highly invested in sponsorships worldwide with marquee properties like the UEFA Champions League, the Grammys, the Cannes Film Festival, and the Australian and French Open tennis tournaments, Mastercard’s tie-up with the BCCI further enhances its prestigious portfolio of sponsorships.
Mr. Sourav Ganguly, former President Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), said, “The BCCI welcomes Mastercard as the Title Sponsor for home cricket matches for the 2022-23 season. Along with the international home series, the BCCI’s domestic tournaments are crucial as they are a stepping stone toward making India a solid international side. The BCCI truly values Mastercard’s support in building Indian Cricket. This sport is more than a passion point, it’s a way of life. We look forward to innovative experiences for the fans via this partnership and delivering value to Mastercard through this collaboration.”
Mr. Jay Shah, Honorary Secretary, BCCI, said, “The BCCI is pleased to associate with a global marquee brand - Mastercard. We are in for an exciting period in Indian Cricket as we have Australia and South Africa coming over for the white-ball series before the T20 World Cup, Sri Lanka, New Zealand, and the prestigious Border-Gavaskar Trophy. In contrast, domestic Cricket has a packed calendar with the return of the Duleep Trophy and a full-fledged Ranji Trophy season. As a result, the 2022-23 season will witness a lot of action across age groups, and I am confident this will be an enriching partnership.”
Mr. Raja Rajamannar, Chief Marketing and Communications Officer Mastercard, said, “Cricket is a perfect amalgamation of sports and entertainment with immense potential to deliver priceless moments. Our globally recognized Priceless platform offers us the unique opportunity to delight cardholders, customers, and partners worldwide. Cricket enjoys unparalleled popularity in India, where it is a singular unifying force for the nation, and in numerous countries worldwide. It is, therefore, particularly relevant and opportune for us to have acquired the title sponsorship rights for all home international and domestic cricket matches organized by the BCCI.”
Mr. MS Dhoni, India’s legendary cricketer who has been Mastercard’s ambassador for over four years, added, “Cricket has been my life and given me everything I have. So I am thrilled that Mastercard is sponsoring all the home cricket matches of the BCCI, especially the domestic, junior, and women’s Cricket. So today’s Ranji and junior players will play for the country tomorrow and continue to embody the pride of 1.3 billion Indians.”
Mastercard is endeavoring to enhance its solid international base of sponsorship assets with uniquely Indian ones. In addition, Mastercard has worked to amplify this passion area by signing MS Dhoni, the former Indian cricket captain, as its brand ambassador over four years ago. Mastercard said that the synergies envisaged between Mastercard and Indian Cricket would mutually benefit the sport, its fans, and the brand during this tenure.
Source: Mastercard
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January 18, 2023
Tanishq, Jewelry Brand by the Tata Group, launches its first U.S. Store in New Jersey.
Tanishq intends to tap into the sizable Indian diaspora through its flagship store in New Jersey.
Photo: Tanishq, Jewelry Brand by the Tata Group, launches its first U.S. store in New Jersey. Image provided by Tanishq.
NEW YORK, January 18, 2023 — Tanishq, an Indian jewelry brand, announced its first store in the United States today. Senator Robert Menendez, Senior United States senator from New Jersey, and Randhir Jaiswal, Consul General of India in New York, along with John E. McCormac, Mayor Woodbridge, Sam Joshi, Mayor Edison, Wesley Mathews, Choose New Jersey Inc., Vin Gopal, New Jersey State Senator, and Congressman Frank Pallone, New Jersey, were the chief guests at the inauguration of the store.
The brand aims to meet the evolving needs of Indian Americans, who comprise 4.35 percent of the state’s total population and are 387,000 strong. Tanishq has been in the U.S. market through e-commerce for over a year and has received positive community feedback. The launch is a part of Tanishq’s retail business expansion strategy.
The 3750+ square foot, two-story showroom on New Jersey’s Oak Tree Road, Iselin, offers 6500+ unique designs in 18 and 22 K.T. gold and diamond jewelry, as well as solitaires and colored stones. The store displayed its most recent collections at the inaugural event, including Color me joy, a cocktail jewelry collection, Romance of polki, Rhythms of rain, Moods of earth, and Alekhya.
CK Venkataraman, Managing Director; Kuruvilla Markose, C.E.O. International Business; and Amrit Pal Singh, Business Head - North America at Titan Company Limited, hosted the chief guests. “We are on a mission to establish Tanishq as a global brand, and our retail showroom expansion in the United States is a significant step in that direction. Tanishq has been balancing the elegance of tradition with the brilliance of modernity for decades, and we want to bring it to New Jersey,” said C K Venkataraman, Managing Director at Titan Company Limited, the parent company of Tanishq.
Kuruvilla Markose, C.E.O. - International Business Division, Titan Company Limited, said, “Tanishq already has a significant online presence in the U.S. market. However, the high demand and interest shown by the Indian American community encouraged us to have an on-ground presence for them. As a result, this showroom will have our latest collections and masterpieces designed to suit all jewelry needs of the Indian Americans.”
The company launched its first international brick-and-mortar store in Dubai in November 2020. It now has eight international stores, seven in the United Arab Emirates (U.A.E.) and the first in the United States of America. The company intends to collectively open 20-30 stores in North America and the Middle East over the next 2-3 years. While in India, Tanishq has a presence of 400+ stores across 240 cities and intends to add 100+ stores in the next year.
Tanishq, India’s most-loved jewelry brand from the Tata Group, has been synonymous with superior craftsmanship, exclusive designs, unique customer service, and guaranteed product quality for over two decades. With designs that capture the beauty and celebration of special occasions, Tanishq aims to be an integral part of every woman’s journey.
Founded by Jamsetji Tata in 1868, the Tata Group is a global enterprise headquartered in India, comprising 30 companies across ten verticals. The group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with a mission ‘To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long-term stakeholder value creation based on Leadership with Trust.’
Source: Tanishq
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January 17, 2023
Emily Ratajkowski is the new face of Viktor&Rolf's Flowerbomb.
Photo: Emily Ratajkowski for Flowerbomb by Viktor&Rolf. Image provided by & copyright Viktor&Rolf.
PARIS, January 18, 2023 — Viktor&Rolf have announced that American author, actress, model, activist, and entrepreneur Emily Ratajkowski, will be the face of the new FLOWERBOMB campaign worldwide from January 20, 2023.
“Ratajkowski is a multifaceted, modern-day feminist icon, challenging current biases to construct a space of true empowerment, redefining what it means to be wholly and wonderfully female. Her debut essay collection “My Body” was released by Metropolitan Books,” Viktor&Rolf said.
“Launched 18 years ago, FLOWERBOMB is a worldwide best seller, remaining in the Top 10 US women’s fragrances and the Top 15 UK women’s fragrances since its launch in 2005. The fragrance has single-handedly disrupted the perfume world, setting the standard for floral gourmand fragrances and signaling a new chapter of fragrance femininity,” the company added.
“We have admired Emily Ratajkowski for a long time, and we’re happy to welcome her to the Viktor&Rolf family. As her work testifies, Emily is a multifaceted talent. Her wide range of qualities and talents make her the perfect embodiment of FLOWERBOMB,” Viktor&Rolf remarked.
“Ratajkowski, in her first collaboration with the brand, appears in the fragrance’s film short directed by filmmakers Torso Solutions, featuring imagery artistically directed and captured by photographers Inez & Vinoodh. In it, Ratajkowski explores the extraordinary power of transformation pushed to the extreme. A story of metamorphosis unfurls through a glitchy explosion of flowers and a call to ‘Unleash your feminine power,” Viktor&Rolf further stated.
Source: Viktor&Rolf Fragrances
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January 15, 2023
Miss Universe USA, R’Bonney Gabriel, is crowned Miss Universe
Photo: R’Bonney Gabriel, Miss Universe USA 2022, is crowned Miss Universe at the conclusion of the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Competition on January 14, 2023, at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center, airing LIVE on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Contestants from around the globe have spent the last few weeks touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the MISS UNIVERSE crown. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Photo: R’Bonney Gabriel, Miss Universe USA 2022, is crowned Miss Universe at the conclusion of the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Competition on January 14, 2023, at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center, airing LIVE on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Contestants from around the globe have spent the last few weeks touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the MISS UNIVERSE crown. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Photo: Amanda Dudamel, Miss Universe Venezuela 2022; R’Bonney Gabriel, Miss Universe USA 2022; Andreina Martinez Founier, Miss Universe Dominican Republic 2022, competes on stage as a Top 3 finalist during the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Competition on January 14, 2023, at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center airing LIVE on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Contestants from around the globe have spent the last few weeks touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the MISS UNIVERSE crown. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Photo: Alessia Rovegno, Miss Universe Peru 2022, competes on stage as a Top 16 finalist in Jacqueline Aguilera swimwear during the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Competition on January 14, 2023, at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center airing LIVE on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Contestants from around the globe have spent the last few weeks touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the MISS UNIVERSE crown. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Photo: Gabriëla Dos Santos, Miss Universe Curacao 2022, competes on stage as a Top 5 finalist during the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Competition on January 14, 2023, at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center airing LIVE on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Contestants from around the globe have spent the last few weeks touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the MISS UNIVERSE crown. Photographer: TRACY NGUYEN. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Source: Miss Universe Organization
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The new Miss Universe is USA!!! #MISSUNIVERSE pic.twitter.com/7vryvLV92Y
— Miss Universe (@MissUniverse) January 15, 2023
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January 13, 2023
Kia Carens wins the ICOTY (Indian Car of the Year) 2023 Award.
Photo: Kia Carens wins the ICOTY (Indian Car of the Year) 2023 Award. Image provided by KIA.
Kia Carens has won the Indian Car of the Year 2023 award.
The ICOTY (Indian Car of the Year) awards, held under the aegis of the Automotive Journalists Association of India (AJAI), are the most coveted automotive awards in India and are often referred to as the Oscars of the Indian automotive industry. The award is an expert and independent judgment of the best new Car. The highly experienced jury members are responsible for selecting a single decisive winner. The criteria like price, fuel efficiency, styling, comfort, safety, performance, practicality, technical innovation, value for money, and suitability for Indian driving conditions are significant factors considered while deciding on the winner.
“India is one of the most important markets for Kia, as the Indian market has grown at an unprecedented rate. Kia has become one of the fastest-growing automotive brands in the Indian market. To be recognized by the Indian Car of the Year jury is a significant achievement for the whole Kia family,” said Ho Sung Song, President, and CEO, of Kia Corporation. “The Kia Carens highlights our commitment to offering tailor-made family vehicles to meet Indian customers’ needs. The Kia EV6 embodies our vision to pave the road for electrified mobility solutions for India. We will continue our efforts to contribute to the future of mobility for customers in India and around the world.”
“We are thankful to the esteemed ICOTY jury members for this honor. This is a well-deserved recognition for the Kia brand and speaks volumes for our technological prowess, capabilities, and understanding of the Indian market,” said Tae-Jin Park, Managing Director, and CEO, of Kia India. “It reflects our successful journey in India and a great motivation to keep working and contributing towards an inspiring tomorrow.”
Kia Carens is yet another made-in-India global product from Kia that brings a family mover’s sophistication and an SUV’s sportiness in one compelling package. The Kia Carens is a comfortable, spacious three-row seater Recreational Vehicle designed for modern Indian families. The vehicle hosts first-in-class features such as 26.03 Cm (10.25”) HD Touchscreen Navigation with Next Generation Kia Connect and BOSE Premium Sound System with eight speakers. It has Smart Pure Air Purifier with Virus and Bacteria protection, Ventilated front seats, 2nd Row Seat One Touch Easy Electric Tumble and SkyLight Sunroof. All the trim levels offer the Robust 10 Hi-safety package as standard, which includes six airbags, VSM, HAC, ESC, and all-Wheel Disc Brakes, to name a few, making the Kia Carens safe for a family drive. The Kia Carens is available with three powertrain options - Smartstream 1.5 Petrol, Smartstream 1.4 T-GDi Petrol, and 1.5 CRDi VGT Diesel. Further, customers also get a chance to choose from three transmission options - 6MT, 7DCT, and 6AT. The vehicle is offered in the Seven seater option in Premium to Luxury trims, while the Luxury Plus trim is available with both six and 7-seater options.
Source: KIA
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January 11, 2023
World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023: Cooperation in a Fragmented World, Addressing Pressing Crises, Tackling Future Challenges
The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023 will convene under the theme, Cooperation in a Fragmented World
It calls on world leaders to address immediate economic, energy, and food crises while laying the groundwork for a more sustainable, resilient world
Meeting will convene more than 2,700 leaders from 130 countries, including 52 heads of state/government
Photo: World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023, Davos, Switzerland. Photographer: Mattias Nutt. Image provided by & Copyright © World Economic Forum/Mattias Nutt. [File Photo]
Photo: Participants at the World Economic Forum Young Global Leaders Alumni Gathering, Geneva, Switzerland. October 20, 2022. Photographer: Pascal Bitz. Image provided by & Copyright © World Economic Forum/Pascal Bitz. [File Photo]
Photo: World Economic Forum Global Shapers Annual Summit, Geneva, Switzerland. September 3, 2022. Photographer: Pascal Bitz. Image provided by & Copyright © World Economic Forum/Pascal Bitz. [File Photo]
Geneva, Switzerland, January 10, 2023 - The World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2023, taking place 16-20 January in Davos-Klosters, Switzerland, comes as multiple crises deepen divisions and fragment the geopolitical landscape. Leaders must address people’s immediate, critical needs while laying the groundwork for a more sustainable, resilient world by the decade’s end.
“We see the manifold political, economic, and social forces creating increased fragmentation on a global and national level. To address the root causes of this erosion of trust, we need to reinforce cooperation between the government and business sectors, creating the conditions for a strong and durable recovery. But, at the same time, there must be the recognition that economic development needs to be made more resilient, more sustainable, and nobody should be left behind,” said Klaus Schwab, Founder and Executive Chairman of World Economic Forum.
The program of the 53rd Annual Meeting focuses on solutions and public-private cooperation to tackle the world’s most pressing challenges. It encourages world leaders to work together on the interconnected issues of energy, climate, and nature; investment, trade, and infrastructure; frontier technologies and industry resilience; jobs, skills, social mobility, and health; and geopolitical cooperation in a multipolar world. Particular emphasis is on gender and geographical diversity across all sessions.
Switzerland is the host country for the Annual Meeting. More than 2,700 leaders will participate this year, with a strong representation from all key regions of the world. Top political leaders taking part include:
- Olaf Scholz, Federal Chancellor of Germany;
- Ursula von der Leyen, President of the European Commission;
- Roberta Metsola, President of the European Parliament;
- Yoon Suk-yeol, President of the Republic of Korea;
- Cyril M. Ramaphosa, President of South Africa;
- Pedro Sánchez, Prime Minister of Spain;
- Alain Berset, President of the Swiss Confederation 2023 and Federal Councillor of Home Affairs;
- Ilham Aliyev, President of the Republic of Azerbaijan;
- Alexander De Croo, Prime Minister of Belgium;
- Gustavo Francisco Petro Urrego, President of Colombia;
- Félix Tshisekedi, President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo;
- Sanna Marin, Prime Minister of Finland;
- Kyriakos Mitsotakis, Prime Minister of Greece;
- Leo Varadkar, Taoiseach of Ireland;
- Maia Sandu, President of the Republic of Moldova;
- Aziz Akhannouch, Head of Government of Morocco;
- Mark Rutte, Prime Minister of the Netherlands;
- Ferdinand Marcos, President of the Philippines;
- Andrzej Duda, President of Poland;
- Aleksandar Vučić, President of Serbia;
- Samia Suluhu Hassan, President of the United Republic of Tanzania;
- Najla Bouden, Prime Minister of Tunisia.
As well as:
- John F. Kerry, Special Presidential Envoy for Climate of the United States of America;
- Avril Haines, US Director of National Intelligence;
- Martin J. Walsh, Secretary of Labor of the United States;
- Katherine Tai, United States Trade Representative;
- Chrystia Freeland, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Finance of Canada;
- Christine Lagarde, President, European Central Bank.
Heads of international organizations taking part include:
- Antonio Guterres, UN Secretary-General;
- Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director, International Monetary Fund;
- Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Director General, World Trade Organization;
- Jens Stoltenberg, Secretary General, North Atlantic Treaty Organization;
- Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, Director General, World Health Organization;
- Fatih Birol, Executive Director, International Energy Agency;
- Catherine Russell, Executive Director, UNICEF;
- Mirjana Spoljaric Egger, President, International Committee of the Red Cross.
This year will bring about the highest-ever business participation at Davos, with over 1,500 leaders registered across 700 organizations, including over 600 of the world’s top CEOs from the World Economic Forum’s Members and Partners, with top-level representation from sectors such as financial services, energy, materials and infrastructure, information and communication technologies. They come as governments increasingly look to businesses to implement big ideas quickly and inclusively. There will also be a strong representation of Global Innovators who are transforming industries, with more than 90 mission-driven leaders from the Forum’s Technology Pioneers and recently launched Unicorn communities.
Leaders from civil society taking part in the Meeting include:
- Seth F. Berkley, Chief Executive Officer, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance;
- Stephen Cotton, General Secretary, International Transport Workers’ Federation;
- Christy Hoffman, General Secretary, UNI Global Union;
- Hindou Oumarou Ibrahim, President, Association for Indigenous Women and Peoples of Chad;
- Azza Karam, Secretary-General, Religions for Peace;
- Oleksandra Matviichuk, Nobel Peace Prize Winner 2022 and President, Centre for Civil Liberties;
- David Miliband, President, International Rescue Committee;
- Luisa Neubauer, Climate Activist, Fridays for Future Movement;
- Kirsten Schuijt, Director-General, WWF International;
- Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, Founder, Art of Living Foundation.
Among the new initiatives at the Annual Meeting is the Global Collaboration Village. This purpose-driven metaverse fosters more sustainable public-private collaboration and spurs action to deliver impact at scale. In addition, the first-ever metaverse multilateral meeting hosted by the Forum will bring together experts and leaders from finance, food, and retail to drive action on ocean health and seafood waste.
More than 160 of the Forum’s civic-minded young leaders will join as members of our Global Shapers, Young Global Leaders, and Social Entrepreneurs communities this year. WEF will also welcome nine Indigenous leaders bringing the knowledge and expertise of their communities to advance regional and global efforts in ecosystem restoration, inclusive trade, and sustainable development.
More than 125 experts and heads of the world’s leading universities, research institutions, and think tanks will join the Meeting, bringing the latest facts, insights, science, and data into the program and the Forum’s work.
The Arts and Culture program features several sessions and immersive art installations on preserving coral reefs, displaced peoples and the global refugee crisis, gender equality and female empowerment, and global sea-level rise. In addition, it will include the 27th Annual Crystal Awards and Cultural Leaders.
This year is the 20th anniversary of the Open Forum, which welcomes diverse people worldwide to listen and share experiences with experts and leaders on pressing issues. The theme is Our Environment: Lessons, Challenges, and Opportunities.
The 53rd Annual Meeting will also be climate-neutral for the sixth consecutive year. New initiatives to boost resource efficiency and reduce emissions will build on the Forum’s 2018 ISO 20121 certification for sustainable event management.
Source: World Economic Forum
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January 10, 2023
Adidas's new "adicross" range highlights adventurous style with sustainable roots.
The new adicross range of apparel and footwear draws inspiration from 90s outdoor fashion and culture
Two new footwear silhouettes - adicross Hi and adicross Lo - were unveiled as part of the collection
The apparel collection will be available worldwide beginning January 12 in stores and on adidas.com, with footwear available beginning January 26
Photos: Adidas Adicross. Images provided by & Copyright © Adidas.
The adicross range always pushes the limits with non-traditional silhouettes that subtly blur the lines between sport and style. For the latest adicross collection, Adidas is introducing a bold offering of apparel and footwear inspired by outdoor fashion but specifically designed for golfers everywhere.
This season, the pieces in the adicross range embody the excitement that comes with exploring nature. In addition, Adidas looked to the vibrant colorways and unapologetic attitude unique to outdoor apparel and footwear, bringing that personality to the first tee.
Adidas’ adicross apparel range features unexpected styles that bring fresh energy and attitude to golf, all in a retro-outdoor aesthetic. The line includes short and long-sleeve polos, anoraks, hoodies, and new pants and shorts to give golfers various options to express more personality on and off the course. Select pieces from the range include:
adicross Block Polo - Bold color blocking, oversized logos, 3-Stripes detail on the sleeve, and made with 100% organic cotton, this polo will bring a new vibe to the fairways. This polo comes in both a short- and long-sleeve option.
adicross Full-Zip Hooded Jacket - This lightweight woven jacket made with recycled nylon offers excellent stretch, features front pockets on both sides, a wide pocket on the back hip, and 3-Stripes detail on the sleeve. It makes for a perfect layering piece to give golfers excellent protection from the wind.
adicross Pant - Built for the adventure ahead, these pants come in a looser fit to provide great stretch.
adicross Anorak - This construction combines knit and woven materials in a sleek silhouette with bold color blocking and 3-Stripes detailing. It features a full kangaroo pocket in the front with a removed hood to give it more of a fashion-forward look and feel.
Speaking about the adicross apparel collection, Shaun Madigan, Global Director of Apparel at Adidas Golf, said: “We’ve always been intrigued with the bold and vibrant colorways that linked to outdoor fashion and style.”
As part of the range, Adidas is also introducing two new footwear models - the adicross Hi and adicross Lo - inspired by the classic looks from 1990s outdoor fashion and culture:
The adicross Hi and adicross Lo are made with recycled materials and will be available for men and women.
Commenting on the new adicross footwear, Masun Denison, Global Footwear Director, Adidas Golf, said: “We wanted to create footwear that would meet the direction, look, and feel of the adicross apparel head-on. The vibrant colorways matched with technology give this footwear added character and persona that all golfers will enjoy.”
The new adicross apparel will be available online at adidas.com, the Adidas app, and select retailers worldwide beginning January 12, with footwear starting January 26.
Adidas is a global leader in the sporting goods industry. Headquartered in Herzogenaurach, Germany, the company employs more than 62,000 people across the globe. It generated sales of €19.8 billion in 2020.
Source: Adidas
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January 9, 2023
Miss Universe Competition gets underway in New Orleans, Louisiana, USA.
Photo: Divita Rai, Miss Universe India 2022, gets fitted for her Portia and Scarlett gown upon arriving at the Hyatt Regency in New Orleans, Louisiana, for the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Competition. The MISS UNIVERSE delegates are touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the MISS UNIVERSE crown before the show airs LIVE from New Orleans, Louisiana, on Saturday, January 14 at 7:00 PM ET on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Photo: Aleksandra Klepaczka, Miss Universe Poland 2022, spends the afternoon showing her musical talent at The Jazz Playhouse inside the Royal Sonesta Hotel in New Orleans, Louisiana. The MISS UNIVERSE delegates are touring, filming, rehearsing, and preparing to compete for the MISS UNIVERSE crown before the show airs LIVE from New Orleans, Louisiana, on Saturday, January 14 at 7:00 PM ET on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish. Photographer: TRACY NGUYEN. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Photo: Barbara Cabrera, Miss Universe Argentina 2022, competes on stage in Jacqueline Aguilera swimwear during the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Preliminary Competition at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023. Tune in to the LIVE telecast on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish on Saturday, January 14 at 7:00 PM CT to see who will become the next Miss Universe. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Photo: Hrafnhildur Haraldsdóttir, Miss Universe Iceland 2022, and Divita Rai, Miss Universe India 2022, on stage in fashion by Portia and Scarlett during the opening of the 71st MISS UNIVERSE Preliminary Competition at the New Orleans Ernst N. Morial Convention Center on January 11, 2023. Tune in to the LIVE telecast on The Roku Channel in English and Telemundo in Spanish on Saturday, January 14 at 7:00 PM CT to see who will become the next Miss Universe. Photographer: BENJAMIN ASKINAS. Image provided by & Copyright © Miss Universe Organization.
Source: Miss Universe Organization
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January 8, 2023
Tissot introduces Lovely Kits, a Series of Versatile, Colorful Ladies' Watch and Straps Kits.
How versatile is your watch? Tissot’s next design evolution introduces a series of playful, colorful, highly adaptable watch and straps kits into the retro-styled Lovely line of petite, square-cased ladies’ watches. With these kits, fashion-forward women can keep time, no matter what their look, with just one beautifully crafted Swiss-Made Tissot watch.
Tissot says it has created the Lovely Kits to elevate your look across the seasons: the festive period, Valentine’s, and summer. Each kit comes with four straps chosen to fit the seasonal theme. For the festive season, a polished stainless steel watch with diamond-dot indices comes with four sparkling straps in silver, charcoal, brown, and blue so that your watch will always match your party look. For Valentine’s Day, it comes with straps in crimson and three violet finishes, matt, gloss, and glitter, each creating a look that captures the passion of the season. For summer, a rose gold plated version with baton indices gets complemented by straps in warm shades of brown, green, fuchsia, and grey. In addition, the steel model is paired with pastel shades of green, pink, violet, and turquoise, while the gold option of the watch gets paired with dark blue, wine red, light turquoise, and light pink straps.
Of course, while Tissot has conceived the Lovely Kits for special times, you can change the strap to suit a mood or occasion as the need arises.
Source: TISSOT
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January 4, 2023
Tata Sons and New York Academy of Sciences Announce Prize to Honour Scientists in India
— The Tata Transformation Prize will recognize Indian scientists for research to solve societal needs and promote economic competitiveness.
MUMBAI, India, January 4, 2023 — Tata Sons and the New York Academy of Sciences announced the Tata Transformation Prize to recognize and support promising scientists in India who are developing innovative technological solutions to critical societal challenges.
The new prize will be awarded yearly to three scientists for innovations in food security, sustainability, and healthcare. Each winner will receive INR 2 crores and will be honored at a ceremony in India in December.
“This prize will accelerate breakthrough innovations by the Indian scientific community,” said Natarajan Chandrasekaran, Chairman of the Board of Tata Sons. “We hope this prize will help bring the transformational work of Indian scientists to light, reward them appropriately, and encourage them to take solutions to market. The Tata Transformation Prize is one small way in which we will promote science and scientists to solve India’s national problems.”
Applicants for the prize must be active researchers with a doctoral degree or equivalent and employed at an eligible university, institute, or other research organization in India. Applicants must propose technologies addressing food security, sustainability, or healthcare challenges with a focus on digital and technological transformation. Prize winners will be scientists whose proposed innovations re-imagine traditional practices and business models, transform technological paradigms, improve public trust, and promote an open and connected world.
“Pathbreaking research takes place in India, resulting in important advances in science around the world,” said Professor Nicholas Dirks, President and CEO of the New York Academy of Sciences. “This prize is focused not only on science but on innovative discoveries that put science to work for the betterment of society, to solving major global challenges in three core areas. We are so pleased to be working with Tata, and Chairman N. Chandrasekaran, to support scientific and technical innovation in India. In addition, it will raise national and international awareness of India’s scientific research and development strengths.”
The Tata Transformation Prize is the latest in a series of prominent awards and scholarship programs the Academy and its partners present each year to accomplished early-career and established scientists worldwide. These initiatives and education and professional development programs for students and young scientists reflect the Academy’s broader commitment to strengthening and diversifying the pipeline for skilled and talented scientists globally.
Founded by Jamsetji Tata in 1868, the Tata Group is a global enterprise headquartered in India, comprising 30 companies across ten verticals. The group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with a mission ‘To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long-term stakeholder value creation based on Leadership with Trust.’
Each Tata company or enterprise operates independently under the guidance and supervision of its board of directors. There are 29 publicly-listed Tata enterprises with a combined market capitalization of $311 billion (INR 23.6 trillion) as on March 31, 2022. Tata Group Companies include Tata Consultancy Services, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Tata Chemicals, Tata Consumer Products, Titan, Tata Capital, Tata Power, Indian Hotels, Tata Communications, Tata Electronics, Air India, and Tata Digital.
The New York Academy of Sciences is an independent, not-for-profit organization that, since 1817, has been committed to advancing science for the benefit of society. With over 20,000 Members in 100 countries, the Academy promotes scientific and technical knowledge, addresses global challenges with science-based solutions, and sponsors various educational initiatives.
Source: New York Academy of Sciences
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IMAX Delivers Second Biggest Global Opening of All Time with Massive $48.8 Million Debut of James Cameron's "Avatar: The Way of Water."
IMAX Global Network Delivers 11.2% of the Film’s Worldwide Gross, Including Record-Breaking 27% of the Box Office in China
“Avatar: The Way of Water” Claims Crown as Biggest IMAX December Global Opening Ever
NEW YORK, January 03, 2023 — IMAX Corporation announced that moviegoers returned to Pandora in droves with James Cameron’s groundbreaking sci-fi sequel “Avatar: The Way of Water” delivering a massive $48.8 million global opening weekend in IMAX theaters. It is the second biggest IMAX international opening of all time.
IMAX built on its historic legacy with this one-of-a-kind franchise, racking up 11.2% of the film’s worldwide gross on just a fraction of the total screens. The original “Avatar” is the highest-grossing film of all time in IMAX.
The North American box office led the way, where IMAX delivered $16.5 million in Domestic box office — 12.3% of total receipts. “Avatar: The Way of Water” also heralded a return to form for IMAX in China, where the Company delivered a $15.8 million opening weekend. IMAX had its most significant opening weekend marketing share ever in China, accounting for 27% of the total box office in China on only 1% of full screens in the market.
“‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ is a watershed achievement in filmmaking innovation and technology, and it’s clear that global audiences are choosing to see this film through the best technology for blockbuster entertainment in the world: IMAX,” said Rich Gelfond, CEO of IMAX. “As excited as we are about these early results, we anticipate a long and successful run for ‘Avatar: The Way of Water’ as more people worldwide book their tickets.”
International IMAX screens outside China delivered $16.5 million at the box office with “Avatar: The Way of Water.” The film scored the biggest IMAX opening weekend of all time in a diverse collection of 11 global markets, including India, Belgium, Czech Republic, Romania, Serbia, Switzerland, Turkey, Vietnam, Chile, Kazakhstan, and New Zealand, where “Avatar: The Way of Water” was filmed. In addition, IMAX recently opened its first theatre in Wellington. Forty-one international markets posted the top five all-time IMAX opening weekends.
“Avatar: The Way of Water” debuted with the most extended IMAX global release across 1,543 screens and is available exclusively in IMAX 3D locations worldwide. The film will screen across the IMAX network through January in most international markets.
IMAX, an innovator in entertainment technology, combines proprietary software, architecture, and equipment to create experiences that take you beyond the edge of your seat to a world you’ve never imagined. As a result, top filmmakers and studios are utilizing IMAX theaters to connect with audiences in extraordinary ways. As such, IMAX’s network is among the most important and successful theatrical distribution platforms for major event films around the globe.
IMAX has its headquarters in New York, Toronto, and Los Angeles, with additional offices in London, Dublin, Tokyo, and Shanghai, and it operates in 87 countries and territories worldwide.
Source: IMAX
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December 22, 2022
Kia America Delivers 2023 Numerals to Times Square, New York City
Photo: Kia America Delivers 2023 Numerals to Times Square, New York City.
New York, December 22, 2022 — The countdown to 2023 officially began in New York City’s famed Times Square when the “2023” Numerals that will light up the sky when the Ball Drops and the clock strikes midnight on New Year’s Eve arrived yesterday. The “2023” numerals were towed into Times Square by an all-new 2023 Kia Telluride X-Pro SUV after completing a 2,795-mile coast-to-coast trip that started November 28 at the Kia Forum in Los Angeles. For the third consecutive year, Kia America is the Official Sponsor of the New Year’s Eve Countdown and has embarked on the nationwide journey to bring the excitement and anticipation of the New Year to people across the country.
Source: KIA
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December 17, 2022
Stitch Fix's annual Style Forecast predicts what we'll be wearing in 2023
Photos: Stitch Fix fashion predictions for 2023. Images provided by & copyright © Stitch Fix.
Photo: Stitch Fix predicts Clementine (Deep Orange) as the Color of the Year for 2023. Images provided by & copyright © Stitch Fix.
SAN FRANCISCO, December 14, 2022 — Stitch Fix announced its 2023 Style Forecast today. Stitch Fix says its 2023 Style Forecast offers a pulse on what’s happening in real life, not just on the fashion runways. “The forecast reflects billions of data points from nearly four million clients and critical insights from our thousands of expert stylists and in-house trend forecasters,” the brand explained.
“This rich trove of data — more than any other retailer — allows us to analyze how people live, shop, and dress today and where trends are headed tomorrow. One of the most significant industry shifts is influenced by the macro environment, which continues to determine how people shop and what we’ll wear.”
“Three-quarters of Stitch Fix clients say the economy will impact how they shop for clothes. 80% of Stitch Fix clients want to be more thoughtful when shopping for clothes. 90% of Stitch Fix clients prize quality over quantity.”
“As a result, we’ll prioritize high-quality, versatile, and trend-proof clothing over fast fashion.”
“And as more of us head back to the office more regularly, the line between workwear and weekend wear continues to dissolve, meaning Business Comfort. It is a significant trend we predicted for 2022. It will evolve to 24/7 Dressing, utilizing elevated essentials such as tees and blazers for women and polos and leather sneakers for men.”
Looking ahead, Stitch Fix has identified the seven key fashion trends that will define what we’ll wear in 2023:
Beachcomber - whether vacationing or staycationing, beachy styles will rule in 2023 as we integrate tropical prints and breezy fabrics into everyday wardrobes. Nearly half of clients (46%) want breezy looks for 2023.
Garden State - a subtle approach to florals will lighten the wardrobes of men and women; one in three of our stylists predict it will be the most important trend for 2023.
Maximalism - a mashup of saturated shades, rich textures, and bold prints for women. A third of our clients rank bold pattern-mixing as their second-favorite look for the year ahead.
Prep School - mini skirts, pleats, prim button-ups, and blazers, which are up 40% year over year (significantly oversized and plaid), offer a sweet, sophisticated take on preppy dressing for women.
Proportion Play - as we continue to embrace oversized, voluminous silhouettes and hemlines drop, we expect styles like midi dresses and baggy trousers worn with fitted tops to rise this year. Look to sales of women’s wide-leg bottoms for proof, which more than doubled in sales year over year.
Commutercore - for men, tech fabrics will perform an everyday role, as 70% of men want to wear performance fabrics for daily living. Expect more polos or pants with stretch, breathability, and crease resistance, as four out of five (79%) of our stylists rank Commutercore as the men’s number #1 trend for 2023.
Cabincore - a men’s look that brings the outdoors in with rugged and practical details. Think varied textures of flannels, knitwear, and puffers worn together to give a cohesive yet refined look.
“Clementine (Deep Orange) is Stitch Fix’s Color of the Year for 2023: Last year, we predicted Vibrant Magenta as the 2022 color of the year, and Barbiecore ensued. Looking ahead, we predict Clementine as the 2023 Color of the Year, a saturated, juicy orange that will boost our closets and our moods,” the brand said.
“We saw an increase in Fix Request Notes containing the word “orange” in summer 2022 compared to summer 2021. Sales of this bright citrus hue are up by more than a third year of year, with no sign of abating.”
“At Stitch Fix, we do more than help you find great clothes. We are your partners in style. It’s our ultimate mission to figure out your one-of-a-kind taste so that every single Fix and Freestyle item we send helps you to build a personalized wardrobe,” the brand concluded.
Source: Stitch Fix
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December 16, 2022
Two limited editions of Ducati Panigale V4 celebrate the World Champion Titles of Francesco Bagnaia and Álvaro Bautista.
The limited series Panigale V4 Bagnaia 2022 World Champion Replica and Panigale V4 Bautista 2022 World Champion Replica will be made in 260 units, each bike made unique by the rider’s original signature on the tank.
These unique series feature the same liveries as the bikes on which Bagnaia and Bautista won the titles in MotoGP and WorldSBK, an authenticity certificate, dedicated technical equipment, and a packing case.
Photos: Celebratory motorcycles. Ducati PanigaleV4 2022 World Champion Replicas. Images provided by & copyright © Ducati.
Bologna, Italy, December 15, 2022 - Ducati celebrates the double victory of the MotoGP and WorldSBK titles by creating two unique series of Panigale V4 bikes inspired by the Desmosedici GP and Panigale V4 R of World Champions Francesco Bagnaia and Álvaro Bautista. The celebratory motorcycles were unveiled during the press conference anticipating “Campioni in Piazza2”, the event in which Ducati celebrates this historic double achievement with its fans.
2022 has been an incredible year for Ducati. The Bologna-based manufacturer is World Champion, for the first time in its history, in both MotoGP and WorldSBK in the same season. A dream result that came true, thanks to the exceptional work of the engineers, teams, and riders. A double triumph that Ducati wanted to celebrate with two unique, collectible models.
The two special series, made on the base of the Panigale V4 S, will feature the liveries of the bikes of Pecco Bagnaia #63 and Álvaro Bautista #19. In addition, each motorcycle in the series will be made unique by the original autograph of the rider on the tank, which will then be protected with a layer of clear varnish. The two motorcycles, produced in a numbered and limited series, celebrate in their production numbers the year of Ducati’s birth. Each series will consist of only 260 units in honor of 1926, the year the company was founded.
Like the race bikes they are inspired by, the Panigale V4 2022 World Champion Replica bikes are offered in a single-seat configuration. The billet aluminum upper clamp enhances them with laser engraving of the model name and progressive number. The technical equipment boasts adopting the nine-disc STM-EVO SBK dry clutch, Akrapovič street-legal silencer (2 kg lighter than the Panigale V4’s stock unit), Brembo braking system enhanced by Stylema® R calipers and MCS master cylinder with remote adjuster, Rizoma billet aluminum adjustable footpegs and racing plexiglass.
Other technical details that characterize these special bikes are the rear exhaust manifold heat shield, alternator cover, front and rear fenders, and front brake ducts, all made of carbon fiber. Also made of carbon fiber, combined with titanium, is the cover protecting the single-sided swingarm. Finally, the series dedicated to Álvaro Bautista #19 features the brushed aluminum tank found on the more refined versions of the Panigale V4.
Each bike will be delivered in a packing case with dedicated graphics, a certificate of authenticity, a custom bike cover, and the Ducati Data Analyser.
Source: Ducati
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December 12, 2022
The National Press Club and NYF Radio Awards cement their Partnership with the Creation of the National Press Club Award.
New York, NY - December 12, 2022: The National Press Club, Washington, DC, has partnered with the New York Festivals® 2023 Radio Awards to create an exclusive new award, The National Press Club Award.
The National Press Club Award will go to the highest-scoring news program across the Best Coverage of Breaking News Story, Best Coverage of Ongoing News Story, Best Nonfiction Series, and News Podcast categories. The inaugural winner will be announced during the New York Festivals 2023 Storytellers Gala on April 18.
The National Press Club is the World’s Leading Professional Organization for Journalists™. It serves its members through professional development activities that bolster their skills, services that meet the changing needs of the global communications profession, and social movements that build a vital media community in Washington and worldwide. The Club is where news happens in the nation’s capital and is a vigorous advocate of press freedom worldwide.
“We are grateful to New York Festivals for recognizing the great work being done in journalism today and so honored to now have an NYF storytelling award named after The National Press Club.”—Jen Judson, President National Press Club, said.
“Journalists today are finding new ways to keep listeners informed in our ever-changing and interconnected world. With the National Press Club Award, the Radio Awards shines a spotlight on the audio journalists and reporters committed to using their talents to tell the stories that matter.”— Rose Anderson, VP, Executive Director, New York Festivals Radio Awards, remarked.
The New York Festivals Radio Awards’ 65-year legacy provides a showcase to celebrate world-class storytellers from around the globe. Since 1957 the competition has celebrated innovation and excellence in broadcast audio content across all genres and platforms, keeping pace with industry developments and global trends. International panels of award-winning creative professionals from the broadcast industry judge the entries.
The entry deadline for the 2023 Radio Awards competition is January 31, 2023.
All 2023 award winners will be celebrated at the NYF Storytellers Gala on April 18 at the 2023 NAB Show Centennial in Las Vegas. NAB (National Association of Broadcasters) is the premier advocacy association for America’s broadcasters.
Founded in 1908, the National Press Club is the world’s leading professional organization for journalists. The Club has 3,000 members (reporters, editors, and skilled communicators) representing nearly every major news organization worldwide. In addition, the Club hosts almost 2,000 events per year in its 54,000 square-foot facilities in downtown Washington, DC, just three blocks from the White House.
Source: New York Festivals
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