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Ducati begins Italian Grand Prix Friday at the Mugello circuit with the presentation of a unique stamp dedicated to its 2022 MotoGP World Championship victory.
With this issue, Italy celebrates the talent, passion, and expertise that have taken Ducati and Italy to the top of the world’s most important motorcycle racing championship.
Photos: Presentation of the Stamp dedicated to Ducati 2022 MotoGP World Championship victory. Images provided by & copyright © Ducati.
Bologna, Italy, June 09, 2023 -— Ducati has had an incredible 2022 racing season, winning the Riders’, Teams’, and Manufacturers’ titles in the MotoGP World Championship. To commemorate this fantastic achievement, they have released a unique stamp expected to become a sought-after item for all Ducati fans and enthusiasts.
On June 09, 2023, the Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy held an official ceremony to present the stamp. The event occurred during a press conference at the Ducati Lenovo Team’s hospitality unit as they were getting ready for the Italian Grand Prix at the Mugello circuit. Several influential figures, including the General Manager of Ducati Corse, the Undersecretary of State at the Ministry of Enterprise and Made in Italy, the Head of Philately at Poste Italiane, and the Head of Mint and Philately of the Italian State Printing Office and Mint attended the ceremony.
The General Manager of Ducati Corse expressed his pride and satisfaction at the team’s achievement, stating that their success in 2022 resulted from their hard work and dedication. The Undersecretary of State, Fausta Bergamotto, also paid tribute to Ducati’s sporting accomplishments, stating that the stamp aimed to celebrate a legendary brand that holds a special place in the hearts of millions of Italians.
The stamp features a drawing of Francesco Bagnaia’s Desmosedici GP22, adorned in the colors of the Italian flag created by the Centro Stile Ducati. Bagnaia’s exceptional performance, which included seven victories, ten podiums, and five pole positions, earned him the world title. He became the first Italian rider to win the riders’ title in MotoGP while riding an Italian bike. Ducati also became the only European motorcycle manufacturer to have won the World Championship in the premier class for the second time, taking Made in Italy excellence to the pinnacle of the world’s most important motorcycle racing championship.
The stamp is a testament to Ducati’s remarkable achievements and a proud moment for all Ducati fans.
Source: Ducati
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Photo: Miss World contestants at the Miss World pageant, Puerto Rico, March 2022. Image credit: The Miss World Organization. (File Photo)
New Delhi, June 08, 2023: The Miss World Organization has selected India as the host country for the 71st Miss World 2023 pageant.
The Miss World Organization said it awarded this honor to India for its rich cultural heritage, diversity, and women empowerment. The organization remarked that India is renowned for its vibrant traditions, culture, and history, making it a global beauty and fashion powerhouse with captivating landscapes, iconic landmarks, and warm hospitality.
The 71st Miss World 2023 in India will promote philanthropic activities and inspire contestants to impact their communities and contribute to society positively.
The event promises to showcase contestants from over 130 countries in a one-month journey across “Incredible India” before the grand finale in December 2023.
The pageant provides a platform for women to celebrate beauty, diversity, and empowerment beyond physical appearances and to advocate for causes close to their hearts.
The Miss World Organization, established in 1951, has a long-standing reputation for promoting charitable causes and empowering women to become agents of change in their communities and beyond.
Source: The Miss World Organization
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Photos: Tissot T-Race Cycling Timepieces. Images provided by & copyright © Tissot.
The Tissot T-Race Cycling series is a tribute to the spirit of cycling and the peloton heroes who inspire riders worldwide. This new generation of watches comes in two special editions: Tour de France and Vuelta Espana, with Tissot as the Official Timekeeper for both legendary races. Precision and passion are the keys to forging great champions and unique timepieces.
The 2023 Tissot T-Race Cycling watch combines a classic design with sporty elements. The pushers resemble brake levers, while the hands represent spokes.
For the first time, the T-Race Cycling watch comes with two different straps. One is made of silicone and features the colors of the races that Tissot partners with. The other is a perforated leather strap that mimics the handlebar grips of Tour bikes. Both straps are equipped with quick-release technology, allowing wearers to switch up their style as easily as changing gears on a motorcycle. Whether you prefer a subtle or flashy look, the T-Race Cycling watch adapts to suit any situation without losing its sporty edge.
Source: Tissot
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Photo: Top Latina Speaker Gaby Natale partners with T-Mobile. Image provided by & copyright © AGANARmedia.
DALLAS, June 7, 2023 — Gaby Natale, a triple EMMY-winning speaker, has partnered with T-Mobile for the 2023 edition of their Leadership Excellence and Development (L.E.A.D.) program. This program aims to prepare T-Mobile’s top talent for their next career stage by providing them with a 6-month learning journey that includes skill development tools, workshops, and 1:1 mentorship with a mentor.
Natale delivered the keynote for the program’s third cohort, titled PIONEER: Embrace Your Uniqueness, Break Barriers and Redefine What is Possible.
T-Mobile is known for its advanced 4G LTE and transformative nationwide 5G network, which provides reliable connectivity for all. Based in Bellevue, Wash., T-Mobile operates under its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile, and Sprint.
Natale, the first Latina to win three Daytime EMMY.s back-to-back, is a sought-after thought leader and motivational speaker who encourages underrepresented minorities to pioneer and be what they cannot yet see in the world. People magazine recognized Natale as one of the “25 Most Powerful Latinas” in 2018. She founded AGANARmedia, a marketing company that serves Fortune 500 companies such as Hilton Worldwide, Sprint, AT&T, eBay, Intuit, and Amazon.
Natale’s entrepreneurial spirit has allowed her to combine her passion for media with owning content rights and a television studio. She holds a bachelor’s degree in International Relations and a master’s in Journalism from the University of San Andres and Columbia University. Before starting her career in television, Natale taught Communication and Journalism courses at the University of Texas.
Source: AGANARmedia
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• Stauer offers an exclusive opportunity to own artisanal Murano glass.
Photo: Inspired by Venice’s legendary Regata Storica, a colorful water pageant and race that dates back to 1489, the Cornaro Murano Necklace and Bracelet celebrate the event’s eyepopping colors.
RICHMOND, Va., June 05, 2023 — Venice’s Murano island has been known for its glassblowers, creating exquisite glassware for over 800 years. Unfortunately, the recent 400% surge in the price of natural gas used to fuel their ovens has threatened the livelihood of these artisans. This development has caused significant issues in producing and obtaining Murano glass.
Despite this crisis, Stauer, a Richmond-based company, created the Cornaro Necklace and Bracelet, crafted in Italy. This stunning gold-finished jewelry adorns multicolored beads handmade by Murano’s renowned glassmakers. Inspired by the colorful Regata Storica, a historical water pageant and race that dates back to 1489, this jewelry reflects the event’s vibrant colors.
Staure is one of the world’s leading Murano glass jewelry creators.
Source: Stauer Jewelry
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• The Disney Little Mermaid collection is available in Pandora stores and online.
BALTIMORE, May 29, 2023 — Pandora’s latest collection has arrived, inspired by Disney’s film “The Little Mermaid.” This set includes seven distinct rings, earrings, and charms that represent the themes of friendship, curiosity, and female independence highlighted in the current film version.
Ariel’s attitude of freedom and curiosity inspired the designers, Filippo Ficarelli and Francesco Terzo, to create elaborate, gorgeous designs that bring the characters to life. Each piece of jewelry is manufactured from genuine sterling silver or 14K gold plating and features colorful design accents that add to the attractiveness of each figure.
This collection demonstrates Pandora’s commitment to empowering its customers to express themselves and celebrate their unique characteristics through customization. Pandora’s brand principles revolve around empowering people, especially women, and girls, to be their true selves.
The live-action film “The Little Mermaid,” which inspired Pandora’s collection, is directed by famous filmmaker Rob Marshall. The plot revolves around Ariel, a youthful and daring mermaid intrigued by the world beyond the sea. Despite being King Triton’s youngest and most rebellious daughter, Ariel falls in love with Prince Eric on a journey to the surface. However, Ariel’s involvement with humans is banned, and she jeopardizes her life and her father’s throne by striking a pact with the wicked sea witch, Ursula. Halle Bailey, a great singer, and actress, plays the primary role of Ariel.
Pandora is a well-known jewelry business offering high-quality, hand-finished, endlessly adjustable items. Pandora has developed from its humble beginnings as a little jewelry shop in Copenhagen, Denmark, over 40 years ago to become one of the world’s most popular jewelry companies, with a presence in over 100 countries.
Source: Pandora Jewelry
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• The global sportswear brand will now design and manufacture jerseys, kits, and other merchandise for India’s Men’s, Women’s, and U-19 teams.
Photo: Adidas becomes the kit sponsor for the BCCI — Image provided by Adidas India.
New Delhi, Delhi, India: May 24, 2023 — The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Adidas have formed a new partnership, with Adidas becoming the exclusive kit sponsor for the BCCI. The contract will run until March 2028 and cover all game formats. Adidas will be the sole supplier of match, training, and travel wear for all BCCI’s teams, including the men’s, women’s, and youth teams. The new kit, featuring the iconic three stripes, will be debuted during the World Test Championship Finals in June 2023.
Cricket is the most popular sport in India and continues to grow worldwide, with increasing elite competition and grassroots growth. Indian Cricket has a world-class youth system, a top domestic league, and a globally revered cricketing identity.
The partnership between the BCCI and Adidas will drive the sport forward both on and off the pitch. Adidas has a long history of providing the best footwear and apparel to some of the world’s best teams and will bring its expertise to Indian Cricket. The two organizations will also inspire the next generation of young cricketers and grow the game for all.
Jay Shah, Honorary Secretary of the BCCI, said, “We are committed to helping grow the game of cricket and could not be more excited to partner with one of the world’s leading sportswear brands, Adidas, in this journey.” Adidas CEO Bjørn Gulden added, “We are proud to partner with BCCI and Team India, the most iconic team in India. Cricket is the most important sport in India, and we need to be visible and invest in it.”
Adidas India’s GM, Neelendra Singh, said, “We are beyond excited for this historic moment at Adidas, not just in India but also globally. We are proud to see the three stripes on the Indian cricket team. This is our moment to present Cricket with high-quality performance products for our athletes. We look forward to creating moments with our consumers through the most celebrated sport in India.”
With a rich history in sports and innovative agreements with other top teams and organizations around the globe, Adidas’s new partnership with the BCCI will further enhance the brand’s presence across the region and strengthen its commitment to growing sports in India. The alliance will also cover India’s “A” and “B” teams and the U-19 teams, coaches, and staff.
Adidas is a global leader in the sporting goods industry, with more than 61,000 employees worldwide and sales of €21.2 billion in 2021.
Source: Adidas India
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We are excited to join hands 🤠with #adidasIndia as the official kit sponsor of the Indian Cricket Team!
— BCCI (@BCCI) May 23, 2023
Get ready to witness our Indian Cricket Team in the iconic #3stripes! #adidasXBCCI #adidasIndiaCricketTeam #ImpossibleisNothing pic.twitter.com/jb7k2Hcfj9
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Photo: Actress Brianne Howey stars in the new RS Pure campaign #Authentic100 from Ross-Simons. Image provided by & copyright © Ross-Simons.
Photo: RS Pure Jewelry. Image provided by & copyright © Ross-Simons.
CRANSTON, R.I., May 23, 2023 — Luxury jewelry brand, RS Pure, has unveiled its latest marketing campaign, #Authentic100. The campaign features 100 style influencers from diverse backgrounds, celebrating individuality and authenticity through trendy, minimalist jewelry. Actress Brianne Howey is the face of the campaign, representing the brand’s core values of quality, craftsmanship, and authenticity. RS Pure’s fine jewelry is made with 14kt gold and genuine gemstones, reflecting the wearer’s unique personality. As the company expands its e-commerce reach, the campaign is an exciting step forward for RS Pure.
Luxury Brand Holdings Inc.’s Ross-Simons division recently introduced RS Pure, a new line of minimalist fine jewelry designed to help women create their unique style. The brand’s “Authentic You” tagline embodies its mission to offer consumers an elevated experience with exceptional quality and fair prices. According to Luxury Brand Holdings CEO Jim Speltz, RS Pure aims to cater to new types of jewelry customers who seek stylish and timeless pieces that represent their authenticity and that they can wear daily.
Source: Ross-Simons
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The report offers tips on how to find trendy styles at Marshalls without spending too much. It also gives insight into how the store chooses its merchandise.
Photos: The cover of the Marshalls seasonal report, The Edit by Marshalls. Images provided by Marshalls.
FRAMINGHAM, Mass., May 11, 2023 — Today, Marshalls, a prominent off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions in the USA, unveiled their seasonal report named “The Edit by Marshalls.” The report highlights the company’s buying process and features valuable insights from its team of more than 1,000 buyers. Furthermore, the report emphasizes Marshalls’ dedication to providing exceptional value daily, ensuring that consumers can enjoy affordable prices and fashionable, high-quality merchandise without compromise.
A survey conducted by the brand involved 1,000 individuals from different parts of the United States. The study aimed at understanding their shopping habits, the effects of the present economic situation, and how they search for quality and deals. The results showed that 55% of individuals do not think that quality clothes come at an affordable price. Marshalls, on the other hand, provides both designer goods and excellent prices. In addition, the company’s buyers focus on finding quality and value every day, so its shelves are always stocked with designer merchandise at affordable prices.
Victoria Shonkoff, Marshalls’ Marketing Director and Vice President, is excited to feature insights from their buyers and provide valuable information on how to enhance every aspect of a shopper’s life. From fashionable clothing and beauty products to home and lifestyle pieces, Marshalls is committed to bringing value to their customers. As a result, the Edit by Marshalls is filled with helpful tips on what shoppers seek and how to find the best deals all year.
Marshalls has developed a unique approach to its buying process - “We get the deals. You get the excellent stuff™” - which goes beyond just a slogan. For over 60 years, Marshalls’ dedicated team of buyers has worked tirelessly to source high-quality, trendy merchandise at unbeatable prices. In addition, they scour the globe for inspiration, bringing the hottest summer trends to shoppers everywhere. The premiere issue of Marshalls’ latest campaign features a forecast of the top five summer trends, ensuring that customers can have their best summer yet:
Marshalls is introducing “The Edit by Marshalls” in collaboration with a group of 22 creators known as Ambassadors. This community will share the latest trends and products from the report and year-round highlights of what’s new and available in stores and online.
With over 1,100 stores spread across 48 states, D.C., and Puerto Rico, Marshalls is a prominent U.S. off-price family retailer. Marshalls has been a go-to destination for off-price shopping for more than four decades. Marshalls offers a remarkable variety of high-quality, trendy, brand name and designer products for women, men, kids, and home merchandise, including beauty, accessories, and footwear. All of these products are available at exceptional prices.
Source: Marshalls
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The new Juventus shirt is tailored to suit the preferences of the modern fanbase. The design incorporates the club’s classic style with a brushed zebra pattern, highlighted by striking yellow accents.
Photo: Adidas Juventus 2023-24 Home Jersey. Image provided by & Copyright © Adidas.
Turin, Italy, May 11, 2023 — Adidas has unveiled the Juventus home kit for the 2023/24 season, catering to the club’s upcoming supporters. The iconic design of the kit has been revamped with stunning graphics and advanced technologies, yet it remains true to Juventus’ distinctive DNA.
The shirt’s design honors Juventus’ iconic black and white stripes, symbolizing unity and pride for the club since 1903. This season, the pattern has been updated with a brushed stroke finish that mimics the distinct markings of a zebra. This technique celebrates the creativity and uniqueness of the players while also complementing the bold stripes..
The bold graphic across the jersey is completed by contrasting yellow detailing. The color draws inspiration from legendary jerseys of the past. It is featured throughout critical parts of the design, from the badge and sponsor markings to the three stripes that adorn the shoulders, creating a jersey rooted in the club’s heritage yet unmistakably modern by design.
The team will debut their new home jersey during their match against Cremonese on May 14. Fans can purchase the jersey starting May 12 at Juventus stores, Adidas retail stores, and online through Adidas Juventus kits..
Founded in 1897, Juventus Football Club is a prominent professional football team based in Turin, Italy.
Football is a sport in which Adidas reigns supreme as the global leader. The brand has been chosen as the official supplier for some of the most important tournaments in the world, including the FIFA World Cup™, the UEFA European Championship, and the UEFA Champions League. In addition, Adidas proudly sponsors some of the world’s top football clubs, such as Real Madrid, Manchester United, Arsenal, FC Bayern Munich, and Juventus. Moreover, Adidas is affiliated with the best football players in the world, including Vivianne Miedema, Lindsey Horan, Wendie Renard, Alessia Russo, Leo Messi, Paul Pogba, Mohamed Salah, Paulo Dybala, Thiago Alcantara, Gabriel Jesus, Roberto Firmino, Joao Felix, Serge Gnabry, Jude Bellingham, and Karim Benzema.
Source: Adidas
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Photo: Julius Meinl aims to inspire more ‘thank yous’ and moments of kindness with their premium coffee. Image provided by & copyright © Julius Meinl.
VIENNA, May 10, 2023 — “The average week typically sees us spending more time interacting at work with co-workers than with family and friends, so when it comes to showing kindness and gratitude, what better place to start than at work,” says premium coffee roaster Julius Meinl.
In a global study of 4,000 adults across Europe, Julius Meinl found that two in three people agree that ‘thank you’ isn’t enough in the workplace.
Over half said bosses expect an excellent job done all the time, while 40% cited “time pressures” as one of the main reasons a ‘thanks’ often goes amiss at work.
But, building a culture of gratitude at work has benefits to both those expressing and receiving thanks. For example, 81% agreed that hearing ‘thank you’ from their boss positively impacted their day, while three-fifths said it made them feel appreciated. Just under half said it motivated them to work harder.
Christina Menil, official spokesperson for the Julius Meinl ‘Say Thank You’ campaign, said: “Our research highlights how seemingly small gestures such as taking someone for a coffee can make a real impact. It shows the importance of taking time to show appreciation to loved ones and also work colleagues. After all, we spend so much time with them - building strong relationships at work makes a good team and can benefit everyone involved. Our team philosophy at Julius Meinl is to create meaningful moments in each other’s lives, and that’s exactly what our ‘Say Thank You’ initiative aims to do with every cup of coffee served. Vienna’s coffee house culture is about taking time and enjoying the charming little moments in life, so this initiative is how we bring this to the world.”
Julius Meinl aims to inspire more ‘thank yous’ and moments of kindness with their premium coffee. For every coffee ordered at participating outlets, coffee lovers will receive a voucher to Say Thank You to someone of their choosing, whether a colleague or loved one, with the gift of a complimentary cup of Julius Meinl coffee.
The Julius Meinl ‘Say Thank You’ initiative has successfully inspired more than 250,000 ‘thank yous’ in more than 20 countries across the globe and will be launching for a second year at participating outlets from May 15, 2023.
Source: Julius Meinl
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The League of Experts will start with three initial makeup artist members: Allan Avendaño, Claudia Betancur, and Erica Taylor.
Photo: Allan Avendaño, Claudia Betancur, and Erica Taylor. L’Oreal Paris League of Experts. Image provided by & copyright © L’Oreal Paris.
NEW YORK, May 10, 2023 — Today, L’Oréal Paris announced its new artistry-focused collective, the ‘L’Oréal Paris League of Experts.’ The cooperative will comprise top industry talent who will contribute to the brand’s artistic vision through their various areas of beauty expertise.
The L’Oréal Paris League of Experts begins with three initial members - Allan Avendaño, Claudia Betancur, and Erica Taylor - each of whom brings a unique makeup artistry perspective to the brand. Allan Avendaño is known for his editorial and red-carpet expertise, having worked with some of the top talents in Hollywood. Claudia Betancur is one of the most prominent celebrity makeup artists in the Latin market, with over 30 years of industry experience. Finally, Erica Taylor, a veteran makeup artist with deep-rooted industry knowledge who has quickly become a trusted expert on social media in recent years, shares her makeup tips and tricks with her more than 1M engaged followers.
Each will be leveraged as an always-on expert for the brand and spotlighted alongside key brand launches and initiatives. Loreal will tap this group of experts for everything from creating red-carpet looks during key tentpole moments and having a presence at influencer events to providing digital-first educational content. Together with the brand, they will continue highlighting their individual, expert points of view and supporting the brand’s worth equity.
On creating this collective, Ali Goldstein, L’Oréal Paris, U.S. Brand President, said, “We are thrilled to announce the launch of our League of Experts and welcome makeup artists Allan, Claudia, and Erica to our L’Oréal Paris family. Establishing a collective will allow us to reach better and engage with our consumers in a way that feels approachable and relatable. Each artist in the League of Experts, in their unique way, upholds and empowers our brand values of beauty, worth, and inclusivity - helping to inspire others to look and feel they are most beautiful. We look forward to further expanding the collection and going beyond makeup to serve our consumers at every step of their beauty journey.”
“I’m so proud to represent L’Oréal Paris as part of the League of Experts. Not only is the brand a leader of innovation and quality in the beauty industry, but L’Oréal Paris also celebrates diversity and inclusivity, catering to all individuals, all identities, and all cultures, which is so important to me. My vision for being a part of the League of Experts is to continue to champion inclusivity and bring a fresh take on how makeup can enrich people’s lives and empower them,” noted Allan Avendaño, L’Oréal Paris Makeup Artist and member of the League of Experts.
On joining the League of Experts, Claudia Betancur explained, “L’Oréal Paris is the number one global beauty brand, and being part of this family fills my heart with pride and truly makes me happy. I am passionate about teaching the art of beauty to empower individuals with self-confidence and self-love and impart the great meaning behind “because you’re worth it!”
Erica Taylor, a member of the L’Oréal Paris League of Experts, added, “I am excited to use my social platform and this partnership with L’Oréal Paris to teach women about attainable luxury. I have held many roles where I have worked with clients, models, and celebrities, but my favorite is always helping the woman who forgot about herself because she was too busy helping everyone else. I love making her comfortable and teaching her to feel beautiful, and through the L’Oréal Paris League of Experts, I will reach so many more women to share this message.”
Allan, Claudia, and Erica officially joined the brand today. This initial group of talent will work in several upcoming brand activations, including the Cannes Film Festival.
Source: L’Oreal Paris
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Photos: Pecco Bagnaia leads in Spanish GP. Images provided by & copyright © Ducati.
Jerez de la Frontera, Spain, May 04, 2023 — Pecco Bagnaia took another extraordinary victory in the MotoGP Spanish GP this afternoon at the Circuito de Jerez - Angel Nieto. The Ducati Lenovo Team rider did an impeccable race at the Andalusian track, which led him to score his thirteenth success in MotoGP and his second of the season.
As in yesterday’s Sprint race, today’s GP was interrupted shortly after the start due to a crash and restarted after a few minutes. Starting with the fifth fastest time, Pecco moved up to third immediately and overtook Jack Miller (KTM Factory Racing). But then he had to give up his position to the Australian rider due to a questionable race direction decision that deemed his overtaking maneuver unfair, even though there was no contact between the two riders.
However, Bagnaia maintained concentration and managed to catch Miller again, reducing the gap to Brad Binder. With a few laps to go, the rider from Chivasso caught up with the South African rider, passing him with five laps to go. Thanks to today’s success, Bagnaia returns to the top of the overall standings with a 22-point lead over fellow Ducati rider Bezzecchi (VR46 Racing Team). Ducati remains at the top of the constructors’ standings, while the Ducati Lenovo Team is fourth in the teams’ standings.
• Francesco Bagnaia (#1, Ducati Lenovo Team) - 1st
• Luigi Dall’Igna (General Manager of Ducati Corse)
The Spanish motorcycle Grand Prix is a motorcycling event part of the FIM Grand Prix motorcycle racing season at Circuito de Jerez-Ãngel Nieto outside Jerez de la Frontera in Andalucia, Spain.
Source: Ducati
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Same track, different years and different rivals but same result! 🥇 @PeccoBagnaia's love affair with Jerez started in 2022 and continued in 2023 â¤ï¸#SpanishGP 🇪🇸 pic.twitter.com/Vk3naJ4kQX
— MotoGP™ðŸ (@MotoGP) May 3, 2023
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Photo: U.S. Postal Service Issues U.S. Flag Stamp.
FREEDOM, Maine, May 03, 2023 — With the 2023 U.S. Flag stamp, the U.S. Postal Service honors an important symbol of its nation. The flag serves as a visual reminder of the array of freedoms that Americans enjoy. This stamp displays the banner in its full glory, seven red and six white bars straight and true, with 50 white stars sharply defined on a blue field.
The flag’s design dates to 1777, when the Continental Congress specified 13 horizontal stripes and 13 stars to honor the 13 original colonies. Various versions of the early flag continued to be used until, in 1818, the U.S. Congress standardized the design, mandating 13 stripes forever but a star for every state.
In the mid-1950s, anticipating statehood for Alaska and Hawaii, President Dwight D. Eisenhower appointed a committee to create designs for two new flags. The last time the flag’s design changed was July 4, 1960, with the entrance of Hawaii into the United States the previous August.
The U.S. Flag Forever stamp will be sold in booklets and panes of 20 and coils of 100, 3,000, and 10,000. Providing a solid foundation for the flag is the word FREEDOM.
Antonio Alcalá, an art director for USPS, designed the stamp with existing art by Hong Li.
Source: U.S. Postal Service
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Photos: Indian Actor Ranveer Singh attends the unveiling of Tiffany & Co.’s newly redesigned New York City Landmark. Images provided by & copyright © Tiffany & Co.
Mumbai, India & New York, April 28, 2023 — Indian actor Ranveer Singh attended the Opening Night that celebrated the unveiling of New York’s newly transformed flagship of Tiffany & Co., now known as ‘The Landmark.’ Associated with Tiffany & Co. as a friend of the House, Ranveer walked the red-carpet wearing designs like the dazzling Tiffany & Co. Schlumberger® Bird on a Rock, and icons like Tiffany T bracelets and rings, Tiffany HardWear Wrap Necklace, amongst other jewels. He celebrated the occasion alongside key brand guests like Jimin, Gal Gadot, Hailey Bieber, Florance Pugh, Anya Taylor Joy, Blake Lively, Michael B Jordan, and Zoey Kravitz. That evening, Katy Perry performed before a curated guest list of global icons, international press, and NY notables.
The Landmark marks the luxury retail institution’s first holistic renovation of the store since it first opened its doors in 1940.
Tiffany & Co. hosted a celebration for reopening its newly transformed flagship store on 57th Street and Fifth Avenue, now known as ‘The Landmark.’ The exclusive party began with an opening set by DJ Mia Moretti, followed by a performance by the Radio City Rockettes, a headlining performance by American singer-songwriter Katy Perry and DJ set by Mark Ronson to close the evening.
Notable guests including Jimin, Ranveer Singh, Gal Gadot, Hailey Bieber, Pharrell, Anya Taylor-Joy, Florence Pugh, Zoë Kravitz, Blake Lively, Michael B. Jordan, Eileen Gu, Adria Arjona, Gabrielle Union, Dwayne Wade, Brooklyn Peltz Beckham, Nicola Peltz Beckham, Tracee Ellis Ross, Barbara Palvin, Dylan Sprouse, Aimee Song, Lauren Santo Domingo, Jacob Elordi, J. Balvin, Sam Worthington, Daniel Arsham, Jeff Koons, Peter Marino, Shohei Shigematsu, Marc Jacobs, Catherine Martin, Martha Stewart, Eva Chen, Caro Daur, Zico, Blake Gray, Wisdom Kaye, Amelie Zilber, Kelsey Merritt, Kate Love, Athena Calderone, Parker Kit Hill, Emma Huo, Reign Judge, Anitta, Bruna Marquezine, Danna Paola, Ronaldo, Camila Queiroz, Diego Boneta, Lala Rudge, Helena Bordon, Juanpa Zurita, Nancy Ajram, Leonie Hanne, Paola Locatelli, Angelababy, Jackson Yee, Henry Lau, Naomi Watanabe, Ayaka Miyoshi, Kemio, Jungjae Lee, Derek Blasberg, Gayle King, Baz Luhrmann, Anne Curtis, Win Metawin, Heart Evangelista, Phoebe Tonkin, Felix Mallard, Amee, Georgia Fowler, Muhammad Shameer, Lara Worthington, Maddison Brown, Jane Chuck, Yan Yan Chan, Tiffany Haddish, Mark Wahlberg, Mayor Eric Adams and more attended the party and wore designs from Tiffany & Co.
Tiffany & Co., founded in New York City in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany, is a global luxury jeweler synonymous with elegance, innovative design, fine craftsmanship, and creative excellence.
With more than 300 retail stores worldwide and a workforce of more than 14,000 employees, Tiffany & Co. and its subsidiaries design, manufacture, and market jewelry, watches, and luxury accessories. Over 3,000 skilled artisans cut Tiffany diamonds and craft jewelry in the Company’s workshops, realizing the brand’s commitment to excellent quality.
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Photos: Actress Sara Ali Khan at the “Pret A Manger” Coffee & Breakfast Store launch in Mumbai. Images provided by Pret A Manger.
MUMBAI, India, April 25, 2023 — To celebrate its 1st opening, Pret hosted the freshest breakfast in town before it opened its doors to customers on the Morning of April 21. It had over a hundred coffee lovers like actress Sara Ali Khan invited to enjoy their London breakfast right in the heart of Mumbai. In addition, customers could win complimentary goodies to match their excitement for the opening. A few lucky ones also got to join Pret for coffee.
The new Pret A Manger store is open all days of the week from 8:30 a.m. to 11.30 p.m.
Address: Pret A Manger, Maker Maxity Ground Floor, 3 North Avenue, Bandra Kurla Complex Road, Mumbai.
Reliance Brands launched this store. It is India’s first store from Pret A Manger, a British sandwich and coffee chain. The franchisee partnership between Reliance Brands Limited and the British chain plans to open many more such stores all over India.
Reliance Brands Limited (RBL) is a subsidiary of Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd. It began operations in 2007 with a mandate to launch and build global brands in luxury to premium segments across fashion and lifestyle.
Its current portfolio of brand partnerships comprises Armani Exchange, Bally, Bottega Veneta, Brooks Brothers, Burberry, Canali, Clarks, Coach, Diesel, Dune, EA7, Emporio Armani, Ermenegildo Zegna, G Star Raw, Gas, Giorgio Armani, Hamleys, Hugo Boss, Hunkemoller, Iconix, Jimmy Choo, Kate Spade, La Martina, Lenscrafters, Manish Malhotra, Michael Kors, Mothercare, Muji, Paul & Shark, Paul Smith, Pottery Barn, Pottery Barn Kids, Pret A Manger, Raghavendra Rathore, Replay, Salvatore Ferragamo, Satya Paul, Steve Madden, Superdry, Scotch & Soda, Tiffany & Co., Tod’s, Tory Burch, Tumi, Valentino, Versace, Villeroy & Boch, and West Elm. RBL today operates 2,126 doors split into 868 stores and 1,258 shop-in-shops in India.
Pret A Manger opened its first store in London in 1986. Pret now has stores in the UK, US, Hong Kong, France, Dubai, Switzerland, Brussels, Singapore, and Germany.
“Pret A Manger” means “Ready to Eat” in French.
Source: Pret A Manger
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Photo: Model Liza Soberano at the Mugler H&M Global Launch at Park Avenue Armory in New York City on April 19, 2023. Image provided by & copyright © H&M with credits to BFA / Sansho Scott.
NEW YORK, April 20, 2023 — H&M and Mugler celebrated their forthcoming collection launch with an immersive experience encompassing entertainment, music, performance, and fashion. The Mugler and H&M community’s friends, including Pamela Anderson, Charli XCX, Chloë Sevigny, Lourdes Leon, and Dominique Jackson, attended the event. They all wore pieces from the Mugler H&M collection.
The event featured a group concert by musicians Shygirl, Amaarae, and Eartheater, who all starred in the Mugler H&M music video. They were dressed in exclusive looks from the new collection. Each artist performed a series of their hits before uniting to serve a new version of the 90s club classic “Music Sounds Better With You,” a track specially commissioned in celebration of the Mugler H&M collection.
The performances were punctuated by a runway show, alongside dance performances and DJ sets by Bobby Beethoven, Goth Jafar, and Asmara at a subsequent after-party. The event was curated as a unique hybrid, bringing together sound, style, live performance, club culture, and dance, all while nodding to the theatricality and flamboyance that has been a signature of the house from its inception under Thierry Mugler through to its current incarnation under the direction of Casey Cadwallader. With over 800 guests in attendance, the event encapsulated the sense of diversity and inclusivity central to Mugler while underpinning the democratic ethos of the H&M designer collaborations.
Source: H&M
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World’s first application of such technology in the automotive sector.
Face Connect uses facial recognition technology to lock and unlock the Genesis GV60.
Part of a keyless biometric vehicle entry and engine start.
Photos: FACE CONNECT. Genesis debuts GV60 with the world’s first Facial Recognition. Images provided by & copyright © Genesis.
LONDON, United Kingdom, Apr. 20, 2023: The world’s first facial recognition technology on a car has made its European debut at Salon Privé London today. Available exclusively on the all-electric Genesis GV60, Face Connect is part of a keyless biometric vehicle entry and engine start.
Genesis’ Face Connect allows drivers to access their car using their face alone - technology already available on millions of smartphones worldwide. Using a facial recognition sensor in the b-pillar of the vehicle with a deep-learning image processing controller, the GV60 can be locked and unlocked without needing a physical key.
Drivers need the physical key once to set up their profile for face recognition entry. Then the car is started using their fingerprint, with all information stored securely via encrypted software in the vehicle and managed via HMI (Human-Machine Interface). Drivers can be reassured that no biometric data is uploaded and stored remotely.
Making its debut in May last year, the GV60 was Genesis’ first all-electric car. With a range of up to 321 miles, at 0-62mph in just four seconds, and the ability to charge from 10-80% in just 18 minutes with the right conditions, the GV60 represents an unmatched level of premium design and technology.
Salon Privé London is held for three days in April in the heart of London, on the lawns of the historic Royal Hospital Chelsea, and is a spectacular collection of the greatest supercars, sports cars, and luxury cars. As well as the most prestigious brands on show, over 60 stunning classic vehicles will be lined up in the Concours de Vente - all available to buy there and then.
“This application of facial recognition and biometric technology on the Genesis GV60 is bringing not just Genesis but the entire industry into the next generation of motoring,” commented Andrew Pilkington, managing director of Genesis Motor UK. “Such state-of-the-art innovations simply demonstrate the commitment that Genesis has to its customers to offer a personalized and seamless experience and the commitment it has to the UK and European market.”
The 2023 Genesis GV60 is available in either Premium, Sport, or Sport Plus versions. In addition, it can be personalized using the online configurator, allowing customers to choose from a range of color and trim options and select a select number of upgrade packages.
Genesis brings premium cars with a luxury experience to Europe. The Korean brand has established itself as a genuine alternative within the premium segment, receiving multiple award wins in 2022.
Source: Genesis
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Photo: The official poster of the 76th Festival de Cannes. Photo credits: Jack Garofalo/Paris Match/Scoop. Poster credits: Photo © Jack Garofalo/Paris Match/Scoop. Graphic design © Hartland Villa. Image provided by Festival de Cannes.
Hartland Villa (Lionel Avignon, Stefan de Vivies) created the official poster of the 76th Festival de Cannes from a photo by Jack Garofalo on the set of La Chamade, a film directed by Alain Cavalier, starring Catherine Deneuve, Michel Piccoli, and Roger van Hool.
The poster depicts a June 1968 photo in which Actress Catherine Deneuve is standing on Pampelonne beach, near Saint-Tropez, for the shooting of La Chamade by Alain Cavalier, adapted from the novel by Françoise Sagan.
Catherine Deneuve is a French actress, occasional singer, model, and producer, considered one of the greatest European actresses.
Source: Festival de Cannes
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Photo: Breitling Endurance Pro University Watch. The University of Alabama Edition. Image provided by & copyright © Breitling.
Photo: Breitling Endurance Pro University Watch. The University of Michigan Edition. Image provided by & copyright © Breitling.
Photo: Breitling Endurance Pro University Watch. Princeton University Edition. Image provided by & copyright © Breitling.
Photo: Breitling Endurance Pro University Watch. United States Naval Academy Edition. Image provided by & copyright © Breitling.
NEW YORK, April 18, 2023 — The all-new Breitling Endurance Pro University Editions collection is the ultimate athleisure watch for collegiate fans worldwide. Show your school spirit on your wrist with special editions in honor of Princeton® University, the United States Naval Academy™, The University of Alabama®, and the University of Michigan™. Designed as a lightweight watch for athletes and a casual, everyday sports timepiece, it is the perfect light and light-hearted luxury sports watch combining high precision, innovative technology, and vibrant, colorful design in honor of these iconic institutions.
Each University Edition watch features the school’s distinctive colors and signature emblems on the dials and case backs. For example, the Breitling Endurance Pro (Princeton University edition) features an orange inner bezel, matching orange strap, Princeton Shield® on the dial, and caseback. The Breitling Endurance Pro United States Naval Academy edition has a blue inner bezel, coordinating blue strap, Navy Midshipmen™ logo on the dial, and the United States Naval Academy Anchor engraving on the caseback. The Breitling Endurance Pro The University of Alabama edition has a red inner bezel and strap, Alabama Crimson Tide® athletic department logo on the dial, and a Where Legends Are Made® campaign engraving on the caseback. Finally, the Breitling Endurance Pro University of Michigan edition features a blue inner bezel and matching strap, signature maize Block M on the dial, and Michigan Lamp of Knowledge Seal engraved on the caseback.
Designed for men and women whose active lives blend a professional mindset with a sporty lifestyle, the Endurance Pro is equal to the challenges of a rigorous workout but fashionable enough for everyday wear.
Founded in 1884, Breitling is a leading Swiss watchmaker. The innovative company defined the modern chronograph and pioneered the navigational tool watch. It is still breaking new ground as a casual, inclusive, and sustainable luxury brand with more than 250 industrial loft-inspired retail locations worldwide.
Source: Breitling
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