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Apple retains the top spot as the Top 100 Brands ranking exceeds more than $3 trillion for the first time - a 16% increase since 2021
Airbnb (#54), Red Bull (#64), and Xiaomi (#84) are new entrants for 2022
Microsoft (#2), Tesla (#12), and Chanel (#22) see the most remarkable YoY growth
Nike (#10) enters the top 10 for the first time, edging out McDonald’s (#11)
Instagram (#16) overtakes Facebook (#17) as Meta’s most valuable brand
Top 10 brands make up 53% of the total value of the table
Quantitative Environmental, Societal, and Governance (ESG) data incorporated into the Best Global Brands methodology for the first time
Photo: Interbrand’s Best Global Brands 2022.
NEW YORK, Nov. 3, 2022 — Interbrand has announced its Best Global Brands 2022 ranking at Web Summit 2022. Apple holds the number one position for its 10th consecutive year, while Microsoft has moved to second place, overtaking Amazon.
Microsoft, Tesla, and Chanel have seen the most remarkable YoY percentage growth, all increasing brand value by 32%.
Despite Tesla’s continued growth, it could not replicate the 184% increase in brand value it saw in 2021.
⢠Top 10
With an 18% increase in brand value, Apple (US$482,215m) has remained at the top of the table. Microsoft (US$278,288m) follows it, which has leapfrogged Amazon (US$274,819m) as number two in the rankings. Google (US$251,751m) has held onto its number four spot.
The remainder of the top 10 companies are Samsung #5 (US$87,689m), Toyota #6 (US$59,757m), Coca-Cola #7 (US$57,535m), Mercedes-Benz #8 (US$56,103m), Disney #9 (US$50,325m) and Nike #10 (US$50,289m) for the first time.
The top 10 brands make up 53% of the total value of the entire table.
⢠Table Value
The average brand value has reached over US$3 trillion for the first time - a 16% rise from 2021 (US$2,667,524m).
A 16% increase in the table’s overall brand value demonstrates the growing contribution a company’s brand has in driving its economic success. While financial markets have shown significant swings over the last few years, the value of the world’s strongest brands has steadily increased, driving customer choice, loyalty, and margins.
⢠Key Learnings
The fastest risers in 2022 (in terms of brand value % change, year-on-year) significantly outperformed the fastest-falling brands on three Brand Strength factors - Direction, Agility, and Participation.
Direction - these brands set a clear path, ensuring that the entire organization knows where they are going and are working towards the same ambition.
Agility - having done this, they move fast, bringing new products and services to market and, where necessary, pivoting to address changing customer needs.
Participation - ultimately, bringing people on a journey with them and making them part of the movement to create an engaging brand world.
Chris Capossela, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer of Microsoft, said: “At Microsoft, we believe that technology can help empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. So while we continue to help customers digitally transform and leverage our technology to do more with less, we’re excited to grow with our audiences beyond brand constraints as a precious part of their lives.”
Gonzalo Brujó, Global CEO of Interbrand, said: “As we journey through this period of economic uncertainty, the most successful brands will continue to make ever stronger connections with consumers. It is no longer enough to have a static business and brand offering. Successful brands know how to harness new technology to create improved consumer experiences and become a truly integrated part of their lives.”
“These top 10 brands defy the rules. They build solid relationships with their customers, allowing them to extend their brand’s equity beyond traditional products, sectors, or silos. They stand out in terms of leadership, empowerment, and change—and with that comes value,” Interbrand CEO remarked.
Source: Interbrand
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Photo: Four TIME100 Next covers.
NEW YORK, October 25, 2022 — Tonight, TIME hosts the second TIME100 Next Gala to celebrate the members of its annual TIME100 Next list, an expansion of the TIME100 list of the most influential people in the world. The event will be hosted by Keke Palmer, with special remarks from members of this year’s list, including Simone Ashley, Lily Collins, Nalleli Cobo, Joel Kim Booster, George M. Johnson, Leah Thomas, Leah Thomas, and others, along with TIME co-chair Marc Benioff and TIME editor-in-chief and CEO Edward Felsenthal.
The 2022 TIME100 Next list, which highlights 100 rising stars who are defining the next generation of leadership in business, entertainment, sports, politics, health, science, activism, and more, was revealed on September 28. Here is the Full List:
ARTISTS
PHENOMS
INNOVATORS
LEADERS
ADVOCATES
Members of the TIME100 Next attending the celebration include Keke Palmer, Machine Gun Kelly, Jennette McCurdy, Lily Collins, Simone Ashley, Jonathan Majors, Joel Kim Booster, Law Roach, Lashana Lynch, Joe Alwyn, Donnel Baird, George M. Johnson, Ayo Edebiri, Dan Erickson, Devery Jacobs, Erriyon Knighton, Raul Lopez, Nida Manzoor, Casey McQuiston, Jessica Nouhavandi, Trinity Rodman, Leah Thomas, Taylor Tomlinson, Nalleli Cobo and many more.
Of the rising stars and changemakers on the 2022 list, TIME editor-in-chief and CEO Edward Felsenthal writes: “Real change requires urgency and the determination to respond quickly to global challenges. The leaders featured on this year’s TIME100 Next list have demonstrated that spirit. They are shaping our world—and demanding we join them.”
The 2022 TIME100 Next event is presented by signature partner Booking.com and supporting partners Glenfiddich and HSBC.
Source: TIME
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The transaction will expand JKN Global Group’s (“JKN”) portfolio of broadcast and entertainment properties to become a world-leading omnichannel powerhouse.
The acquisition will seek to build on The Miss Universe Organization’s more than 70-year legacy, including expanded investment in licensing and merchandising opportunities.
With today’s announcement, JKN Chief Executive Officer Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip becomes the first woman owner in The Miss Universe Organization’s history.
Photo: Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip, CEO of JKN Global Group and the first woman owner of The Miss Universe Organization.
BANGKOK, Oct. 26, 2022 — JKN, a Thai-owned media and content conglomerate, has announced the acquisition of The Miss Universe Organization from IMG.
The Miss Universe Organization is an international, inclusive organization that celebrates women of all backgrounds, cultures, and traditions and exists to advocate for a future forged by women and suitable for all. At 71 years, MISS UNIVERSE® is one of the longest-running and most-watched competitions in the world, broadcast in 165 countries worldwide and seen by more than half a billion people annually.
Led by CEO Amy Emmerich and President Paula Shugart, the Miss Universe Organization provides a global platform for more than 10,000 women annually to affect positive change through dedicated personal, professional, and philanthropic activities worldwide. Today’s announcement further propels the Organization’s commitment to inclusivity, with JKN Global Group’s Chief Executive Officer Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip becoming the first woman owner of The Miss Universe Organization. The transition expands JKN’s global broadcast and media portfolio across entertainment and consumer products. JKN’s acquisition will build on The Miss Universe Organization’s strong brand and vision, developing an integrated and compelling proposition with new opportunities to grow the business in key and untapped markets, including Asia.
JKN said that it would leverage the strength of the Miss Universe brand and JKN’s lifestyle portfolio to create a new range of merchandise, as well as entertainment and various business opportunities that reflect the brand’s strength.
Anne Jakapong Jakrajutatip, Chief Executive Officer of JKN Global Group, said: “We are incredibly honored to be acquiring The Miss Universe Organization and working with its visionary leadership team. The global reach of the Organization, its relationships with global partners and brands, and its wealth of content and merchandising opportunities make this a strong, strategic addition to our portfolio. We seek to continue its legacy of providing a platform to passionate individuals from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and traditions and to evolve the brand for the next generation.”
Amy Emmerich, Chief Executive Officer, and Paula Shugart, President of The Miss Universe Organization, shared: “We are excited to continue the evolution of The Miss Universe Organization with JKN. Our relationships with global partners and brands have never been stronger, and our progressive approach positions us at the forefront of our industry. We want to thank IMG for providing a foundation to realize our aspirations for the brand.”
Source: JKN Global Group
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Photos: FILA debuts New Global Campaign featuring Hailey Bieber.
Luxembourg, October 20, 2022 - FILA has tapped American model, media personality, and socialite Hailey Bieber to front the brand’s new global campaign, giving the model and entrepreneur a canvas to express her unique sense of style while utilizing some of the brand’s iconic designs.
Renell Medranohe photographed the campaign, and Renell Medrano and Hailey styled it. Hailey gets featured in various archival FILA pieces and staple styles, including a crewneck sweatshirt, sweater vest, oversized utility pants, and a puffer jacket, accessorizing with bucket hats and FILA footwear.
The photos capture the spirit of the 90s, from the apparel to the styling to the aesthetic. Working hand in hand with the brand, she brings her point of view to FILA classics with a modern and effortless interpretation.
“My style is ever-evolving, and FILA’s designs are timeless and the perfect complement to my everyday wardrobe,” said Hailey. “I’m grateful for the opportunity to work closely with the brand to pull these iconic pieces and present them in a way that feels like a true reflection of my style.”
“Hailey has an enviable and often imitated street style, and she has quickly emerged as a fashion icon for this generation,” said Gene Yoon, Global Chairman at FILA. “As a brand, we have always celebrated individuality and a willingness to take chances in design. Hailey is fearless with her fashion choices, versatility, authenticity, and originality in the expression of her style. FILA has become part of Hailey’s closet, and it was a natural fit to work together on this new campaign.”
The campaign launched on October 18 and will be featured in digital elements globally, including outdoor and subway signage, digital banners, and across FILA social channels.
Founded in 1911, FILA is an Italian sportswear and lifestyle brand with a rich and diverse history. Throughout its 105 years as a brand, FILA has had the opportunity to design athletic wear for some of the finest athletes in tennis, golf, skiing, basketball, and baseball. FILA products are available in over 30 countries, including Italy, the United Kingdom, Germany, France, China, Japan, Korea, Brazil, and the United States.
Source: FILA
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Ariana DeBose, Anne Hathaway, Zoë Kravitz, Issa Rae, Sydney Sweeney, Sigourney Weaver, Olivia Wilde, and Michelle Yeoh were honored at ELLE Women in Hollywood celebration on October 17 in Los Angeles. The event was sponsored and presented by Ralph Lauren, Amyris, and Lexus.
Photos: ELLE, Women in Hollywood, November 2022 issue individual covers. On newsstands November 1, 2022.
LOS ANGELES, CA (October 18, 2022) - Eight remarkable women were honored at the 29th annual ELLE Women in Hollywood Celebration for their creative and cultural contributions to the worlds of music, film, television, and beyond. In partnership with presenting sponsors Ralph Lauren, Amyris, and Lexus, ELLE Editor-in-Chief Nina Garcia, feted Ariana DeBose, Anne Hathaway, Zoë Kravitz, Issa Rae, Sydney Sweeney, Sigourney Weaver, Olivia Wilde, and Michelle Yeoh. In addition, the event brought together honorees, presenters, artists, and Hollywood legends for this year’s dinner and awards celebration.
In addition to being feted at the annual awards dinner in Los Angeles, the honorees are also featured on individual covers of ELLE’s November 2022 Women in Hollywood issue, on newsstands November 1, 2022.
ELLE is a leading fashion magazine and global media brand with 45 editions, 34 websites, and more than 158 supplements worldwide. The ELLE U.S. brand reaches over 29 million influential readers, users,ÃÂ fans, and followersÃÂ across all platforms. It inspires women to explore and celebrate style in all aspects of their lives with inclusive and innovative content.ÃÂ
Source: ELLE
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Photo: Tara Sutaria as the show stopper for Aisha Rao Official at Lakmé Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI. October 2022. Image credit: FDCI/Lakme Fashion Week.
Photo: Showcasing trendsetting & experimental makeup looks straight from Lakmé Fashion Week in partnership with FDCI. October 2022. Image credit: FDCI/Lakme Fashion Week.
Photo: Gen-Next and INFD introduced new talent. Mumbai, India. October 2022. Image credit: FDCI/Lakme Fashion Week.
Photo: Kriti Sanon at the Lakme Fashion Week. Mumbai, India. October 2022. Image credit: FDCI/Lakme Fashion Week.
Lakmé Fashion Week, 12th-16th October, Mumbai Highlights:
Mumbai’s iconic, new landmark destination - Jio World Convention Centre, will hold Lakmé Fashion Week, a five-day event.
The extravaganza will kick off with the Opening Show on October 11, presented jointly by FDCI and Lakmé Fashion Week at an iconic venue, and will end with the much-awaited Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale on October 16.
Lakmé will present their skincare trend statement, the Lakmé Vit C range, in collaboration with Pankaj & Nidhi.
The FDCI Showcase of the season will be the return of master couturier Shahab Durazi with a retrospective showcase.
Several longstanding partners will return to the platform to collaborate with established designers, including NEXA x Gaurav Gupta, Lakmé Salon x Samant Chauhan, TENCEL⢠x Anju Modi, R|ElanTM x Gauri & Nainika, realme x Amit Aggarwal and Logitech x Saaksha & Kinni.
Leading Designer showcases include Abraham & Thakore, Anand Kabra, Gaurang, Geisha Designs by Paras and Shalini, Nachiket Barve, Not So Serious by Pallavi Mohan, Payal Singhal, Pawan Sachdeva, Satya Paul, Shantnu and Nikhil, Shyamal & Bhumika and Rina Dhaka.
Gujarat Titans will be the first Indian Premier League team to collaborate with the event to present a dynamic streetwear collection in partnership with ace designer Kanika Goyal.
Sustainable Fashion Day curations include TENCEL⢠x Anju Modi, Eká, and a showcase by Pieux - the winner of R|ElanTMpresents Circular Design Challenge in partnership with the United Nations in India.
RISE Worldwide & British Council of India will present an engaging discussion on Fashion, Climate & The Role of Women moderated by Aditi Mayer.
The FDCI Emerging Designers of the season are Khanijo, Countrymade, and Son of a Noble SNOB.
The platform’s distinguished talent discovery programs, such as INIFD GenNext, INIFD Launchpad, and NEXA, present The Spotlight x Bloni, introducing upcoming talent to the fashion industry.
FDCI will also present Pearl Academy x Graduate Fashion Week International, a prestigious global platform.
The most anticipated sale of the industry- the FDCI Designer Stockroom will be hosting its 9th edition and, for the first time, in Mumbai on the event’s last day.
Celebrated and leading designer brands from across the country will be showcasing their collections, including Aisha Rao, Abhishek Sharma, Anushree Reddy, Diksha Khanna, Eshaa Amiin, Guapa, Limerick by Abirr N’ Nanki, Mishru, Nikita Mhaisalkar, Nikhita - Mynah Designs, Nirmooha, Sanjukta Dutta, Studio Medium, SVA by Sonam & Paras Modi, Swatti Kapoor and Varun Nidhika.
With a schedule and line-up featuring some of the best designers and partners across the country, the event will commence with a spectacular Opening Show on October 11 and conclude with the best of beauty and Fashion presented by the Lakmé Absolute Grand Finale on October 16.
The platform will always offer two showcase areas (the Runway and the Atelier) for designers. In addition, it will continue to champion sustainability, inclusivity, and diversity through cutting-edge innovations and environmentally conscious initiatives. All showcases will continue to be live-streamed across the platform’s OTT partners, Jio TV and Voot, and FDCI and LFW social media channels to reach the widespread Indian and global fashion audience.
The fashion business will also be a critical driving force, with the largest ever area dedicated to the FDCI Showroom and the presence of Buyers expected from around the world.
Sunil Sethi, Chairman of FDCI, commented, “This season’s curation of designers truly inculcates the best talent we have in Fashion today. As we navigate the return of in-person showcases, fashion enthusiasts can expect electrifying and dynamic presentations rooted in design compositions that present themselves as nothing short of art on the runway. FDCI is delighted to be back in Mumbai with a grand edition, several unique FDCI showcases, and a huge focus on the fashion business.”
Source: Fashion Design Council of India (FDCI) / Lakmé Fashion Week
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MUMBAI, India, Oct. 8, 2022 — Kick-starting the high-octane festive season, the International fashion brand for young women ONLY has launched the second edition of the anthemic campaign with Brand Ambassador Ananya Panday. It is entitled ‘THE ONLY THING I WANT IS EVERYTHING 2.0’.
According to the company, “Set in the ‘EVERYVERSE,’ a place that blurs the lines between digital and reality, ONLY sets foot into a realm that merges disruptive fashion and digital technology, thus catering to the digitally native Gen-Zers of today.”
“The face of the brand, Bollywood Actor and trendsetter Ananya Panday, stars in the high-energy video that once again features the catchy soundtrack and puts a spotlight on the Gen-Z attitude of not wanting to settle for one thing and, in turn, wanting it all. Styled in the latest statement pieces from ONLY, Ananya embodies the spirit of the quintessential ONLY girl - aspirational, confident, and edgy, and defines success on her terms,” the company elaborated.
“Shooting for this campaign for the second time was super exciting. This time we have transformed the vibe and added a digital touch to fashion! The energy is fresh and fast-paced, and I love how the track focuses on living life on my terms. ONLY’s collection this season is so trendy, and this time we have worked with a very cool layering of the pieces, which resonates so much with my style,” said Ananya Panday.
- Watch the short video “THE ONLY THING I WANT IS EVERYTHING 2.0.”
ONLY, an international fashion brand for young women, is one of the leading denim brands in Europe. ONLY is sold in more than 4500 stores worldwide. ONLY India currently has 54 stores and 289 shop-in-shops spread across the country.
Source: ONLY
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MUMBAI, India, October 6, 2022 — Assembling all the rule breakers and the rebels, the outsiders and the oddballs, the misfits and the mavericks, contemporary menswear brand JACK&JONES launches one of its most extensive campaigns of the year with fashion icon and Brand Ambassador Ranveer Singh.
The campaign is titled ‘DON’T HOLD BACK 3.0’ and celebrates undaunted authenticity and individuality. DON’T HOLD BACK 3.0 picks up from where it left off - channeling fashion as a means of self-expression.
According to JACK&JONES, it has always been at the forefront of high on-trend fashion. Kick-starting the festive season, the brand elevates its positioning further with a high-octane campaign film. The film opens in an everyday setting - a bunch of corporates and working professionals going about their daily routine, dressed as per the norms. Enter the protagonist Ranveer Singh who embodies the ‘Don’t Hold Back’ spirit - he stands for what he believes in, embraces his inner self, and encourages everyone around him not to hold back from their authentic self.
Styled in statement pieces from the latest collection by JACK&JONES, Ranveer completely transforms the setting from an ordinary day to an extraordinary extravaganza. Against the backdrop of an upbeat soundtrack that celebrates non-conformity and inspires an out-of-the-box attitude. The film showcases how anyone can transform a situation from drab to fab by just being their authentic and unique self and defining it as their path rather than following the one already created.
“I am extremely pumped to be back with JACK&JONES for Don’t Hold Back 3.0. This campaign has been exceptional as it has allowed me to showcase aspects of my personality that I truly enjoy while experimenting with fashion-forward styles from JACK&JONES. The brand ethos reflects my philosophy about my life as I strive to stay true to myself every day. I do not let anyone define me or hold me back, and this campaign is an extension of how I feel about life, which makes this an extraordinary one!” said Brand Ambassador Ranveer Singh.
JACK&JONES India currently has 127 stores and 547 shop-in-shops spread across the country.
⢠Watch the video:
Source: JACK&JONES India
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⢠India today aspires to take its ranking in the GII Index to the top 25: Piyush Goyal, Minister for Commerce and Industry.
New Delhi, September 30, 2022 — Union Minister for Commerce and Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution and Textiles, Shri Piyush Goyal, said that India had come a long way in the Global Innovation Index (GII) from the 81st spot in 2015 to the 40th spot in 2022 today. ‘We were 46 last time the ranking took place. He added that we have also maintained 1st rank in ICT services exports. Shri Goyal was delivering a virtual message to mark the launch of the Global Innovation Index 2022 by the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
The Minister said that GII had established itself as a tool for governments worldwide to reflect upon policies and their impact. “GII has over the years recognized India’s continuous rise due to the progressive measures taken by the government and industry working hand in hand,” he added. He also expressed his gratitude to WIPO on behalf of 1.3 billion Indians and said that India today aspires to take our ranking in the GII Index amongst the top 25.
Shri Goyal said that Innovation had been a catalytic force for the economy and society. “Though Innovation implies novelty, it is also rooted in tradition for us in India. He added that ancient scientific knowledge, including the Vedas and traditional medicine, is a testament to India’s innovative spirit”.
Shri Goyal opined that incubation, handholding, funding, industry-academia partnership, and mentorship had stirred entrepreneurial spirit across the country. He said that India had embarked on the ‘Digital India’ journey in 2015 and has set up a goal of a trillion-dollar digital economy in the next few years. “Digitization of Government initiatives and public services has been our continuous focus,” he observed.
“To further strengthen Innovation, we have introduced the National Education Policy, which promotes the spirit of inquiry by setting up incubation & technology development centers. With over 9000 Atal Tinkering Labs, we encourage youth to develop solutions to society’s problems”, he added.
Meanwhile, the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, has expressed pride for Indian Innovators as India climbs to the 40th rank in the Global Innovation Index of World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO).
Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India
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— The Editor is an Alumnus of the WIPO Academy (Geneva, Switzerland).
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⢠Spanish venue hosts the penultimate weekend of the 2022 season.
Photos: Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe - Moretti-Teekens Pro.
Sant’Agata Bolognese, Italy, September 27, 2022 - After a summer break of 62 days, the Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe season heads into the second-last meeting of the year at the iconic Circuit de Barcelona-Catalunya. The one-make championship, reserved for Lamborghini Huracán Super Trofeo, still has several titles to be decided, with 24 drivers already standing on the top step of the podium so far this year.
The championship returns to the 4.655km Barcelona track for the first time since 2020 and the fourth time in the history of Super Trofeo Europe. Previous appearances at the Spanish venue came in 2011 and 2009.
At the top of the Pro are the runaway leaders from Bonaldi Motorsport, Loris Spinelli and Max Weering, who can wrap up the drivers’ title this weekend. The dominant forces all season, the crew of the #61 car, will be looking to bounce back from an uncharacteristically off weekend last time out at Spa-Francorchamps, where they failed to win either race. Despite this, Spinelli and Weering remain 37 points clear of BDR Competition’s Amaury Bonduel, who claimed a breakthrough maiden Super Trofeo victory on home soil at Spa in July.
The battle for Pro-Am honors this season has been one of the best for years, and the Oregon Team pairing of Lewis Williamson and Massimo Ciglia will be aiming to continue their strong form in Barcelona. Already a winner four times this year - with a further three second places - the Scottish-Italian partnership has a 24-point lead over the Rexal FFF Racing Team crew of Oscar Lee and Dan Wells heading into the weekend. Behind, the Target Racing entry of Milan Petelet and Dmitry Gvazava is third ahead of VS Racing’s Emanuele Zonzini and Emanuel Colombini. Meanwhile, Micanek Motorsport’s Bronislav Formanek and Karol Basz will look for a positive weekend after missing both races at Spa-Francorchamps due to mechanical issues and car damage.
Multiple Lamborghini Cup champion Gerard van der Horst remains on course for another title at the top of the standings. Three victories, two seconds, and a third place have left the famous Dutchman 20 points ahead of Rexal FFF Racing Team’s Donovan and Luciano Privitelio. A distant third is Hans Fabri (Imperiale Racing), some 58 points further back. Belgian siblings François and Benoît Semoulin are three points adrift in fourth.
The weekend’s action begins with two one-hour free practice sessions on Friday, while the pair of 20-minute qualifying sessions are scheduled for Saturday morning. The first of two 50-minute races, with a rolling start, takes place on Saturday at 15:40. Race 2 will start on Sunday morning at 10:30. Both races will be streamed live worldwide on the Lamborghini Squadra Corse YouTube channel.
Lamborghini Super Trofeo Europe - 2022 Calendar
Source: Lamborghini
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Photo: Maria Thattil, Miss Universe Australia 2020 and a 2021 Miss Universe Competition Contestant. Image provided by & copyright © The Miss Universe Organization, New York. [File Photo]
NEW YORK, NY (September 23, 2022) - The Miss Universe Organization has announced the 71st MISS UNIVERSE competition will take place in New Orleans, Louisiana, on Saturday, January 14, 2023.
“There is no place like New Orleans. This vibrant city has been at the top of our list to host for quite some time due to its rich cultural history, as well as its unique arts, entertainment, and culinary scene,” said Paula Shugart, President of The Miss Universe Organization. “I look forward to our delegates from all over the world getting to experience all it has to offer.”
The highly anticipated event will feature almost 90 women from around the globe vying for the job of Miss Universe through the process of personal statements, in-depth interviews, and various categories, including evening gowns & swimwear. The evening will culminate with the 70th Miss Universe, Harnaaz Sandhu, who brought the title back to India for the first time in twenty-one years, crowning her successor.
“My time as Miss Universe has been an incredible experience, and I am so grateful for all the opportunities I have received due to this platform,” said Sandhu. “I’m very excited that I will be crowning the next titleholder in New Orleans and that she will kick off her reign in such an exciting and special city known for its resiliency, music, and grand celebrations.”
“The City of New Orleans and the Miss Universe Organization share common values of celebrating inclusion, culture, and the empowerment of women,” said New Orleans Mayor LaToya Cantrell, the first female Mayor in the city’s 300-year history. “Former Miss Universe delegates and winners have gone on to become surgeons, diplomats, politicians, and business leaders, and they all champion social causes that are important to them. In addition, hosting this event demonstrates the significant global impact an international city like New Orleans has on the world’s tourism and cultural stages. We are honored to host the 71st annual Miss Universe pageant and show people around the globe why New Orleans is the best at executing major events, festivals, conferences, and conventions with an unmatched culture.”
Source: The Miss Universe Organization
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- Heritage-inspired Willys 4xe blends more than 80 years of Jeep 4x4 leadership and electric vehicle technology to deliver legendary capability and a nearly silent off-road experience.
Photo: 2023 Jeep Wrangler Willys 4xe.
AUBURN HILLS, Mich., Sept. 17, 2022 — 2023 Jeep Wrangler Willys 4xe, delivering 49 MPGe and 21 miles of all-electric range, combines authentic retro cues with the technologically advanced 375-horsepower and a 470-lb.-ft. Wrangler 4xe plug-in hybrid propulsion system.
Wrangler Willys 4xe features Jeep brand go-anywhere capability with a 2.72:1 Selec-Trac full-time 4WD system, 30 inches of water fording, heavy-duty Dana 44 axles, and mud-terrain tires.
The Jeep Wrangler Willys 4xe features standard LED headlamps and fog lamps, Alpine 9-speaker premium audio, all-weather floor mats, rear limited-slip differential, rock rails, black grille, and 17-inch black-painted alloy wheels. A special ‘Willys’ decal on the hood, trimmed in the 4xe’s signature Electric Blue, and an ‘Electric 4-Wheel Drive’ decal on the swing gate signify that this Willys is a 4xe plug-in hybrid.
Stellantis’ Toledo Assembly Complex in Toledo, Ohio assembles Jeep Wrangler Willys 4xe.
⢠Jeep Brand
Built on more than 80 years of legendary heritage, Jeep is the authentic SUV brand that brings capability, craftsmanship, and versatility to people who seek extraordinary journeys. The Jeep vehicle range consists of the Cherokee, Compass, Gladiator, Grand Cherokee, new three-row Grand Cherokee L, Grand Cherokee 4xe, Renegade and Wrangler, and Wrangler 4xe.
Source: Jeep
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Photo: Emily Ratajkowski looking stylish in her LILYSILK Silk Poppy Skirt in New York.
NEW YORK, September 14, 2022 — LILYSILK, the world’s leading silk brand, was the clothing of choice for supermodel Emily Ratajkowski. She was looking stylish on the streets of New York as she headed to a concert wearing the LILYSILK Minimalist Aesthetic Silk Poppy Skirt.
Multiple top media outlets, including British Vogue, Elle Netherlands, and Harper’s Bazaar, covered her street look, saying Ms. Ratajkowski “put an edgy spin on the romantic ensemble by pairing the set with a pair of black knee-high Cowgirl boots.” Emily Ratajkowski earlier graced the Paris Fashion Week runway and Milan Fashion Week.
According to LILYSILK, “A clear-cut case of contemporary meets classic, this ultra-cool midi silk skirt is inspired by 90s minimalist aesthetic. A best-seller from the LILYSILK Spring 2022 Collection, the bias-cut adds comfort and movement, making it an ideal piece to be worn at home for a touch of luxury or as an elevated essential for the spring social calendar. Paired with LILYSILK’s matching Osmanthus shirt of the same edition makes styling easier and more fashion-forward than ever.”
“Emily Ratajkowski brings us a fresh look,” said David Wang, CEO of LILYSILK. “Silk has always represented elegance, femininity, and fashion, but now we are spicing women’s wardrobes with our classy silk pieces such as the Silk Poppy Skirt. We hope more people can express their style and personality wearing LILYSILK.”
LILYSILK is a world-leading silk brand. It says its “mission is to inspire people to live spectacularly as well as more sustainably.”
Source: LILYSILK
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⢠Footwear Collaboration Continues Keds Partnership with IMG as ‘The Official Sole of NYFW’
Photo: Keds and Altuzarra Debut Collaboration at New York Fashion Week: The Shows.
NEW YORK, Sept. 11, 2022 — Sneaker brand Keds, well-known for its long-standing brand partnerships, debuts an exclusive footwear collection with luxury women’s ready-to-wear and accessories brand, Altuzarra, during Altuzarra’s New York Fashion Week show. This collection launch is a continuation of Keds’ partnership with IMG and New York Fashion Week: The Shows that have solidified Keds as the ‘Official Sole of NYFW’ for the second season. The footwear collection features new sneaker styles in varying colorways and cements Keds’ position as a style leader in the collaborative footwear category.
“Our partnership with Altuzarra marks Keds’ emergence into the luxury fashion space with our iconic silhouettes reimagined through the lens of the talented Joseph Altuzarra,” said Jen Lynch, VP and General Manager of Keds. “The collection delivers unique styles in luxe fabrications for our customers in styles they cherish.”
Keds displayed the exclusive first look of the limited-edition footwear collection with the brand during the Sept. 10 Altuzarra fashion show in New York City. It featured never-seen-before sneaker styles that merge the two distinct brand aesthetics in new design features. “I am so thrilled to be collaborating with Keds this season. Their iconic brand language and heritage were a huge source of inspiration, and the resulting footwear collection adds an exciting and dynamic layer to the show,” said Joseph Altuzarra.
“This collection marks an exciting time for two beloved brands to seamlessly bring to life the creative fashion minds of two teams,” said Patrick Connors, the Senior Vice President of Global Brand Partnerships for IMG’s Fashion Events and Properties.
Keds. Wear Yours. — Keds is a division of Wolverine Worldwide, the world’s leading maker of casual, work, outdoor, athletic, and children’s footwear.
Founded by creative director Joseph Altuzarra in 2008, Altuzarra is a luxury women’s ready-to-wear and accessories brand.
IMG is a global sports, fashion, events, and media leader. It is a subsidiary of Endeavor, an international sports, and entertainment company.
Source: Keds
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Photo: Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), called on the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (September 9, 2022).
Photo: Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), met with Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, earlier today (September 9, 2022).
New Delhi, September 09, 2022 — Ms. Kristalina Georgieva, Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), called on the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan today (September 9, 2022).
Welcoming Ms. Georgieva to Rashtrapati Bhavan, the President said that the world is passing through the third year of the Covid pandemic. She noted that multilateral institutions such as the IMF and the World Bank provided significant assistance to many low-income countries. She said that IMF has to play an essential role in maintaining the stability of the International Monetary System.
The President said that today, India is one of the fastest growing major economies in the world. India’s start-up ecosystem ranks high in the world. The success of start-ups in our country, especially the increasing number of Unicorns, is a shining example of our industrial progress. What is even more gratifying is that the development of our country is becoming more inclusive, and regional disparities are also reducing. The basic mantra of today’s India is compassion - compassion for the oppressed, compassion for the needy, and compassion for the marginalized.
Source: President’s Secretariat, New Delhi
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Photo: Charles & Colvard redefines conscious luxury with its new lab-grown diamond COUTURE collection.
RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C., September 07, 2022 — A brand on the move, Charles & Colvard, is giving the luxury industry a glimpse of the future of fine jewelry with its new Couture Collection. The 50-piece collection, crafted using lab-grown diamonds and precious recycled metals, features rings, bracelets, and earrings in staggering carat weights and design combinations that prove fine luxury jewelry can still be conscious.
The collection includes, among others, 10-carat chandelier drop earrings, double and triple-stacked geometric eternity bands, and 12- and 13-carat alternating tennis bracelets. The company said the collection is for couture brides, red carpet fashion, celebrities, or anyone looking for high-carat-conscious couture.
Adding to their already-impressive repertoire of ‘made, not mined’ fine jewelry - the company has its sights on becoming one of the top destinations for lab-grown diamond jewelry. It says it has a stunning showcase of abstract silhouettes and dramatic lines that feature new pear, baguette, and marquise cuts.
“We believe the future is lab-grown,” CEO Don O’Connell said, “and today’s consumers expect their products to be as beautiful as they are responsible. So we introduced this collection to showcase what the future of luxury fine jewelry can - and should - look like.”
Source: Charles & Colvard, Ltd.
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Pebble Beach, August 31, 2022 - Lamborghini Lounge Monterey provided an exclusive setting for customers to take delivery of two of the initial Countach LPI 800-4 to arrive in the USA. In a private ceremony, Stephan Winkelmann, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of Automobili Lamborghini, was joined by Head of Design Mitja Borkert and Chief Technical Officer Rouven Mohr for an emotional unveiling of this futuristic limited-edition hybrid supercar.
Inspired by the past and engineered for the future, the Countach LPI 800-4 celebrates the visionary design that revolutionized modern sports cars forever. With just 112 units produced globally, these two Countach are the only ones to carry their exterior color in North America, Luci Del Bosco and Bronzo Zante.
“As we initiate the first deliveries of the Countach in the U.S. to our valued customers, it is an honor to present these masterpieces to their owners at the Lamborghini Lounge Monterey. The Countach has inspired the Lamborghini design DNA for decades, and it was only fitting that we delivered the new Countach LPI 800-4 during the world-renowned Monterey Car Week celebrating automotive excellence,” remarked Stephan Winkelmann. “It is always extraordinary for me to experience the excitement and emotion a customer senses when seeing their Lamborghini for the first time.”
The Countach LPI 800-4’s all-wheel-drive delivers a total of 814 hp and outstanding performance, with acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in just 2.8 seconds, 0 to 200 km/h in 8.6 seconds, and a top speed of 355 km/h.
Source: Lamborghini
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Chevrolet shall continue supporting customers with parts availability and aftersales services.
Chevrolet remains focused on safety; customers can quickly get their vehicles inspected at the nearest Chevrolet Authorized Service Operations facility.
GURGAON, India, Aug. 17, 2022 — Chevrolet continues to take care of its customers in India through a dedicated Chevrolet team responsible for overseeing a service network, training center, and full-fledged warehousing and logistics operation to make genuine parts available for customers. This commitment continues five years after Chevrolet stopped selling vehicles in India and will continue over 2024 and beyond. The company said it upholds its promise to support customers with parts availability and aftersales services during this period.
“At Chevrolet, the customer remains at the center of everything we do, and we are committed to offering quality service for our vehicles in India,” said Devang Parpani, Director, Commercial Operations India.
To ensure easy access to service, Chevrolet has maintained a network of Authorized Service Operations with over 170 customer touchpoints. Customers can also buy genuine Chevrolet parts, including batteries, lube, and genuine Chevrolet parts, over the counter at these locations.
GM is also expanding its aftersales presence in India with ACDelco and will provide parts, including batteries, lube, and other components, for all vehicle makes.
Reiterating its focus on safety, Chevrolet also continues to appeal to its customers to get their vehicles inspected free of charge at the nearest Chevrolet Authorized Service Operations for open recall campaigns.
“It is immensely gratifying to see the team in India remain focused on our important aftersales customers as they continue to deliver on the needs of a parts and service operation,” said William Henrie, General Motors International Operations Aftersales Director.
Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world’s largest car brands, available in nearly 80 countries, with almost 2.7 million cars and trucks sold in 2021. Chevrolet models include electric and fuel-efficient vehicles.
Source: Chevrolet India
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Photo: Global Citizen Ambassador Priyanka Chopra Jonas will host the Global Citizen Festival in Central Park, New York City, on September 24, 2022.
NEW YORK, August 11, 2022 — International advocacy organization Global Citizen has announced the lineups for the 10th anniversary Global Citizen Festival. The festival will occur in New York City’s Central Park, presented by Citi and Cisco, and Black Star Square in Accra, Ghana, presented by Harith General Partners, on Saturday, September 24, 2022.
Since it lit up Central Park’s Great Lawn in 2012, the Global Citizen Festival has become the world’s longest-running global campaign calling for an end to extreme poverty. The event unites millions of voices, amplified by the world’s most prominent artists, demanding world leaders take action NOW.
Globally, the disproportionate impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has pushed nearly 100 million more people into extreme poverty and is reversing recent trends of shrinking inequality, leading to the loss of at least three years of progress. Without urgent action, this backsliding will only worsen, the organization said. In addition, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine has aggravated the situation further, with as many as 323 million people facing acute hunger and 1.2 billion people currently living in nations experiencing a perfect storm of food, energy, and financial crises. If we don’t take action now, as many as 200 million more people may be plunged into extreme poverty by November, Global Citizen warned.
The 2022 Global Citizen Festival will call on world leaders at the United Nations General Assembly and the G20 and COP27 to step up and invest $600 million. The investment will go into the future of women and girls, close the annual $10 billion climate financing shortfall, deliver $500 million to help African farmers respond to the global food crisis, and provide urgent relief from crushing debts to End Extreme Poverty.
With two stages in international cultural capitals, New York City and Accra, Ghana, the 2022 Global Citizen Festival will be broadcast and streamed on ABC, ABC News Live, FX, Hulu, iHeartRadio, TimesLIVE, Twitter, YouTube, and more. ABC News Live’s broadcast will air on Saturday, September 24, and a primetime special, Global Citizen Festival: Take Action NOW, will air on ABC on Sunday, September 25 at 7:00 pm ET / 6:00 pm CT. Different tune-in details to follow in the coming weeks.
Performers on the Central Park stage will include Metallica, Charlie Puth, Jonas Brothers, MÃâ¦NESKIN, Mariah Carey, Mickey Guyton, and RosalÃÂa, with more to be announced. In addition, actor, producer, author, and Global Citizen Ambassador Priyanka Chopra Jonas will host the Global Citizen Festival in NYC.
Marking the 65th anniversary of Ghana’s independence and the 20th anniversary of the African Union, Accra’s iconic Black Star Square will see live performances from Usher, SZA, Stormzy, Gyakie, H.E.R., Sarkodie, Stonebwoy, and TEMS with more to be announced.
“Decades of systemic and political failures have led humanity into the midst of converging and rapidly deteriorating crises - climate, hunger, health, war, and conflict. We demand a secure future for girls everywhere. We demand governments keep their promises on climate funding. We demand relief from debts unjustly crashing economies. And we demand action NOW, while there’s still time to change our collective trajectory,” Hugh Evans, Co-Founder and CEO of Global Citizen, said.
Source: Global Citizen
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⢠2022 ââ¬Â¯Ranking Featuresââ¬Â¯145 Chinese Companies, ââ¬Â¯124 U.S. Companies, ââ¬Â¯and 47ââ¬Â¯ Japanese Companiesââ¬Â¯Ã¢â¬Â¯
Photo: The 2022 Fortune Global 500 cover.
NEW YORK, August 3, 2022 — Today, FORTUNE announcedââ¬Â¯ the ‘Fortune Global 500’ list for 2022, ranking the world’s largest corporations by revenue for fiscal 2021. ââ¬Â¯Walmart ââ¬Â¯claims the top spot for theââ¬Â¯ninth consecutive year and for the 17th time since 1995. In addition, Saudi Aramco (No. 6) reclaims its title as the world’s most profitable company, with $105 billion in earnings.
Mainland China ââ¬Â¯(including Hong Kong), with 136, ââ¬Â¯has the most companies on the list, ââ¬Â¯up from last year. Adding Taiwan, the total for Greater China is 145.ââ¬Â¯The U.S., with 124, is up two; in third place, Japan lost six, totaling 47. For the first time, the aggregate revenue of Fortune Global 500 companies based in Greater China (including Taiwan) exceeded the income of U.S. companies on the list, accounting for 31% of the total.
Of the 2022 rankings, FORTUNE List Editor Scott DeCarlo says, “A rebound from the worst depths of the pandemic created a huge tailwind for the world’s largest companies by revenue. As a result, aggregate sales and profits hit record levels in the fiscal year 2021 for the Fortune Global 500. The Global 500 is the ultimate scorecard for business success, and the companies face another big test navigating several global economic headwinds in 2022.”
Fortune Global 500 companies generated revenues totaling $37.8 trillion—more than one-third of the world’s GDP—for an increase of 19% over last year, marking the highest annual growth rate in the list’s 33-year history. Cumulative profits were up 88% for a record $3.1 trillion over the previous year. Companies on the 2022 list employ 69.6 million people worldwide and are based in 229 cities and 33 countries and regions. The number of Fortune Global 500 women CEOs rose to 24 this year, from 23 last year.
THE 2022 ‘FORTUNE GLOBAL 500’ — TOP 100 COMPANIESââ¬Â¯
In her foreword to the magazine’s August/September 2022 issue, FORTUNE Editor-in-Chief Alyson Shontell writes, “Here’s the catch: [These] numbers reflect financials from 2021 when the world was starting to bounce back from COVID-19. However, this year has brought a whole new truckload of challenges. For businesses of every size, the real test will be who can survive and thrive in tough conditions, especially if—or when—a recession of unknown length and depth settles in.”
Companies are ranked by total revenues for their respective fiscal years ended on or before March 31, 2022. All listed companies must publish financial data and report part or all of their figures to a government agency.
Source: FORTUNE Media
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