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BEIJING, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In northeast China, “Ice City” Harbin, also famed as a “City of Music” in Asia, is seeing crowds of participants from 39 countries and regions thronging its summer music gala.
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Opened on June 27, the 37th Harbin Summer Music Festival co-hosted by China’s Ministry of Culture and Tourism and Harbin municipal government offers locals and visitors a fantastic chance to revel in the charm of music.
The festival, which sets seven sections including the opening shows, national-level performances and the “Capital of East Asian Culture”-themed art week, will last till September this year.
Among its diverse activities, there are three international musical contests, namely the 2025 Schoenfeld International String Competition, the 20th World Saxophone Congress and the 7th Harbin International Accordion Art Week.
In the Chinese city, also an ideal summer retreat, other 79 Chinese and foreign thematic performances are either ongoing or underway now, not to mention the 3,000-plus on-agenda artistic activities for mass amusement.
With an around century-long musical history and cultural heritages integrating both oriental and western cultures, Harbin boasts an enchanting aura and unique charms, said Peter Paul Kainrath, president of World Federation of International Music Competitions (WFIMC).
This year, Kainrath hoped WFIMC’s annual meeting held in Harbin could be a good start for it to maintain close and friendly exchanges with Harbin and other Chinese cities, expecting dialogues and cooperation in a wide range of sectors.
As one of the cradles of Chinese modern music, Harbin, capital of Heilongjiang Province in northeast China, is endeavoring to illuminate different cultures through the catchy and diverse music of its summer music festival.
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Enters into Restructuring Support Agreement with Key Financial Stakeholders
Initiates Voluntary Chapter 11 Proceedings to Implement Terms of the Agreement
Secures Commitment for $912.5 Million in Debtor-in-Possession Financing to Support Ongoing Operations
Company Intends to Continue Serving Customers with High-Quality Food Products on an Uninterrupted Basis 
WALNUT CREEK, Calif., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Del Monte Foods Corporation II Inc. (the “Company” or “Del Monte Foods”), one of the country’s largest producers, distributors and marketers of premium quality, branded food products, today announced that it is pursuing a value-maximizing sale process as part of an overall strategic balance-sheet restructuring. To facilitate this process, the Company and certain of its affiliates and subsidiaries commenced voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of New Jersey (the “Court”).
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The Company has entered into a restructuring support agreement (“RSA”) with a group of its lenders holding certain of the Company’s term loan indebtedness. The RSA contemplates the Company undertaking a going-concern sale process for all or substantially all of the Company’s assets, with the support of the lender group under the RSA, which is targeted at obtaining the highest or best offer to maximize value for all stakeholders.
“This is a strategic step forward for Del Monte Foods. After a thorough evaluation of all available options, we determined a court-supervised sale process is the most effective way to accelerate our turnaround and create a stronger and enduring Del Monte Foods. With an improved capital structure, enhanced financial position and new ownership, we will be better positioned for long-term success,” said Greg Longstreet, President and CEO of Del Monte Foods.
To support the Company’s strategic transactions and fund its ongoing operations, the Company has secured a commitment for $912.5 million in debtor-in-possession financing, inclusive of $165 million in new funding, from certain of its existing lenders, subject to Court approval. This financing, along with cash from ongoing operations, is expected to provide sufficient liquidity during the sale process and fund the Company’s ongoing operations in the ordinary course, including the Company’s pack season that is presently underway.
Mr. Longstreet continued, “While we have faced challenges intensified by a dynamic macroeconomic environment, Del Monte Foods has nourished families for nearly 140 years, and we remain committed to our mission of expanding access to nutritious, great-tasting food for all. I am deeply grateful to our employees, growers, customers and vendors, as well as our lenders for their support in helping us achieve our long-term goals.”
To further enable the Company’s smooth transition into Chapter 11, the Company has filed a number of customary “first day” motions that, upon Court approval, will enable it to continue business operations in the ordinary course and on an uninterrupted basis, including delivering high-quality food products that are healthy, delicious, and convenient. 
Certain of the Company’s non-U.S. subsidiaries are not included in the Chapter 11 proceedings and continue to operate as usual.
Additional information, including court filings and other documents related to the proceedings, are available on a website administered by the Company’s Claims Agent, Stretto, at https://cases.stretto.com/DelMonteFoods, or by contacting Stretto representatives Claims by email, at DelMonteInquiries@Stretto.com, or by phone, by calling toll-free 833-228-5497 (or 714-263-3709 for calls originating outside of the U.S.).
Advisors Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer (US) LLP and Cole Schotz P.C. are serving as legal counsel, Alvarez & Marsal North America, LLC is serving as financial advisor, and PJT Partners is serving as investment banker to the Company.
About Del Monte Foods For nearly 140 years, Del Monte Foods has been driven by our mission to nourish families with earth’s goodness. As the original plant-based food company, we’re always innovating to make nutritious and delicious foods more accessible to consumers across our portfolio of beloved brands, including Del Monte®, Contadina®, College Inn®, Kitchen Basics®, JOYBA®, Take Root Organics® and S&W®. We believe that everyone deserves great tasting food they can feel good about, which is why we responsibly source and produce food for a healthier tomorrow.
For more information about Del Monte Foods and our products, please visit www.delmontefoods.com or www.joyba.com.
The Del Monte Foods entities are the U.S. indirect subsidiaries of Del Monte Pacific Limited (Bloomberg: DELM SP, DELM PM) and are not affiliated with certain other Del Monte companies around the world, including Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc., Del Monte Canada, Del Monte Asia Pte. Ltd., Conagra/Productos Del Monte, or Del Monte Panamerican.
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<description><![CDATA[<div style="margin-bottom:20px;"><img width="124" height="144" src="https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/markel-international-appoints-jasminder-kaur-as-principal-officer-malaysia.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" /></div>SINGAPORE, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced the appointment of Jasminder Kaur as Principal Officer – Malaysia, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion plans in Malaysia. In her new role, Kaur will be responsible for scaling Markel’s operations in Malaysia, one of […]
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SINGAPORE, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Markel Insurance, the insurance operations within Markel Group Inc. (NYSE:MKL), today announced the appointment of Jasminder Kaur as Principal Officer – Malaysia, marking a significant step in the company’s expansion plans in Malaysia.
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In her new role, Kaur will be responsible for scaling Markel’s operations in Malaysia, one of Southeast Asia’s most vibrant economies with an established specialty insurance market. She will collaborate closely with the underwriting team in Singapore, while also working to establish and grow Markel’s underwriting capability in Kuala Lumpur. The appointment will build on Markel’s existing presence in Malaysia, where Markel is licensed as a Tier 2 reinsurer in Labuan.
Kaur brings close to three decades of experience in the insurance industry, with a strong background in risk management and broking. She most recently served as Chief Executive Officer of MP Honan Insurance Brokers Sdn Bhd, where she played a key role in evolving the local broking firm into an international boutique firm, driving sales growth and operational excellence. Prior to that, she spent more than 8 years at Aon Insurance Brokers Sdn Bhd, where she held various leadership roles, including Chief Broking Officer.
Kaur will report to Kevin Leung, Chief Underwriting Officer – Asia Pacific.
Christian Stobbs, Managing Director – Asia Pacific, commented: “Jasminder’s appointment is a key strategic move for our business in Malaysia, leveraging her proven ability to deliver results and her deep understanding of the local market. We’re thrilled to have her join our team and are excited about the impact she’ll make in leading our expansion efforts and strengthening our relationships with clients and partners.”
About Markel Insurance We are Markel Insurance, a leading global specialty insurer with a truly people-first approach. As the insurance operations within the Markel Group Inc. (NYSE: MKL), we leverage a broad array of capabilities and expertise to create intelligent solutions for the most complex specialty insurance needs. However, it is our people – and the deep, valued relationships they develop with colleagues, brokers and clients – that differentiates us worldwide.
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<description><![CDATA[<div style="margin-bottom:20px;"><img width="512" height="288" src="https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iconpcr-powering-the-next-wave-of-metagenomics-and-microbiome-discovery.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iconpcr-powering-the-next-wave-of-metagenomics-and-microbiome-discovery.jpg 512w, https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/iconpcr-powering-the-next-wave-of-metagenomics-and-microbiome-discovery-300x169.jpg 300w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" /></div>How a New Approach to PCR is Transforming Microbial Research PLEASANTON, Calif., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The landscape of metagenomics and microbiome research is evolving at breakneck speed. As sequencing technologies improve and the demand for high-resolution, bias-free microbial data grows, the bottleneck is shifting from sequencing itself to the quality of upstream sample preparation. […]
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How a New Approach to PCR is Transforming Microbial Research
PLEASANTON, Calif., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The landscape of metagenomics and microbiome research is evolving at breakneck speed. As sequencing technologies improve and the demand for high-resolution, bias-free microbial data grows, the bottleneck is shifting from sequencing itself to the quality of upstream sample preparation. At the heart of this transformation is iconPCR—a novel thermocycler platform that is rapidly becoming indispensable for researchers seeking to push the boundaries of what’s possible in microbial profiling.
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The Challenge: PCR as a Limiting Factor For years, conventional PCR has been both a workhorse and a weak link in microbiome workflows. Fixed-cycle PCR methods often force scientists into a guessing game: too few cycles and you risk dropout samples; too many and you introduce chimeras, amplification bias, and wasted sequencing capacity. The result? Compromised data quality, lost diversity, and labor-intensive normalization steps that slow down discovery. As Dr. Stefan Green, Director of the Genomics Core at Rush University, puts it:
“PCR, in a way, is your enemy. The more cycles that you do, everything gets worse. The iconPCR for us is really a mechanism to limit the number of PCR cycles and limit the damage you do through amplification of your template molecules.”
The Solution: iconPCR’s AutoNorm<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> Technology iconPCR, developed by n6, introduces a fundamentally new approach: per-well, real-time monitoring and adaptive cycling. Its AutoNorm technology tracks amplification in each well and automatically terminates PCR at the optimal point, eliminating the guesswork and batch effects of traditional workflows.
In a recent application note co-marketed with PacBio, the integration of iconPCR with PacBio’s long-read sequencing unlocked a new standard in microbial profiling. Compared to conventional PCR, iconPCR delivered:
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The result is not just better data, but also a streamlined workflow that saves time, reduces consumable use, and minimizes the risk of failed libraries.
Enabling New Science: From Soil to Spacecraft The advantages of iconPCR extend far beyond theoretical improvements—they’re already enabling breakthrough science across diverse applications, from environmental microbiomes to the most challenging ultra-low biomass samples imaginable. Dr. Eric Chow, Director of UCSF’s Center for Advanced Technology, highlights the practical transformation for high-throughput core facilities:
“With iconPCR, every sample’s within one PCR cycle. We can just use one pipette… or, if you’re okay with samples being within twofold of each other, you can just pull an equal volume with a multichannel going across a 96-well plate and that’s just super fast and easy.”
For Dr. Chow’s team, iconPCR has eliminated the need for post-PCR quantification and laborious normalization, while also rescuing precious samples that might otherwise fail:
“Redoing samples that drop out is costly… With iconPCR, you kind of avoid that issue of a sample dropout. If you’re working with precious samples, knowing that you’ll get enough library each time is also reassuring and a big benefit.”
Dr. Stefan Green from Rush University has been pushing the boundaries of what’s possible with ultra-low input samples, particularly in NASA’s spacecraft assembly facilities. Working with cleanroom samples that contain only picogram or femtogram levels of DNA, his laboratory has demonstrated iconPCR’s ability to successfully amplify libraries from incredibly challenging samples:
“We’ve been able to use a mock community down to 500 femtogram input DNA, amped with the iconPCR, and still able to recover all 10 organisms in the mock community. That’s actually quite exciting.”
In studies with PacBio’s Sequel II platform, iconPCR-prepared libraries from soil microbiomes revealed richer, more accurate profiles, detecting key microbial classes missed by standard PCR. The same principles enabling these environmental discoveries are now being applied across clinical metagenomics, large-scale environmental surveys, and even the most extreme low-biomass applications like NASA’s cleanroom monitoring—demonstrating iconPCR’s versatility in empowering researchers to see deeper, discover more, and accelerate the pace of microbial discovery across every domain of life.
Industry Partnership: SeqCenter’s Full-Length 16S Service The transformative potential of iconPCR has gained recognition across the industry. SeqCenter, a leading provider of next-generation sequencing services, recently announced at ASM Microbe 2025 their new full-length 16S rRNA sequencing service that leverages iconPCR technology combined with PacBio’s long-read sequencing platform. This partnership represents a significant validation of iconPCR’s capabilities in delivering superior microbial profiling results.
SeqCenter’s full-length 16S service provides high-accuracy reads spanning the entire 1,500bp 16S gene (V1-V9 regions), offering significantly enhanced taxonomic resolution compared to traditional short-read methods that focus on only one or two hypervariable regions. By incorporating iconPCR’s AutoNorm technology, the service ensures optimal amplification for each sample, eliminating the over-amplification artifacts and under-amplification issues that have historically plagued 16S sequencing workflows.
Strategic Partnership: Zymo Research Collaboration iconPCR’s impact is further validated through a strategic partnership with Zymo Research, a globally recognized leader in molecular tools for life sciences. This collaboration combines Zymo Research’s standardized ZymoBIOMICS workflows with n6’s precision PCR technology to address common pain points in library preparation and amplification for more reliable microbiome sequencing data.
The partnership demonstrates how combining Zymo Research’s expertise in DNA extraction and full-length 16S rRNA library preparation with iconPCR’s AutoNorm technology creates a transformative approach that reduces chimera rates and improves read normalization compared to fixed-cycle PCR. This validation from an industry leader with over 30 years of experience further underscores iconPCR’s role as a critical enabler for next-generation microbiome research.
For researchers interested in learning more about this powerful combination, Zymo Research and n6 are co-hosting an upcoming webinar titled “Advancing Long-Read 16S rRNA Metagenomics: Workflow Innovations for Robust Results” on July 24, 2025. This educational session will demonstrate best practices for integrating these proven technologies to enhance workflow efficiency and sequencing reproducibility.
A Platform for the Future of Microbiome Research As NGS becomes ever more accessible and sample numbers scale into the thousands, the need for robust, automated, and bias-free library prep is only growing. iconPCR’s unique approach—now validated by leading genomics cores and recognized as a PacBio-compatible partner—positions it as a critical enabler for the next era of microbiome and metagenomics research.
The story emerging from the field is clear: by turning PCR from a liability into a precision tool, iconPCR is empowering researchers to see deeper, discover more, and accelerate the pace of microbial discovery.
About n6: n6 is committed to delivering next-generation tools that empower scientists to achieve more with every sample. For more information, visit our website or contact us directly.
“iconPCR does what it says it does. We really do think this is an instrument that every genomics core should want to have.” —Dr. Stefan Green, Rush University
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<title>CP Atlas Buyer, Inc. Announces Pricing of Offering of $500 Million Senior Secured Notes due 2030</title>
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IRVING, Texas, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CP Atlas Buyer, Inc. (the “Company”), the parent company of American Bath Group, LLC (“ABG”), a leading manufacturer of showers, bathtubs and related accessories, today announced that it has priced an offering of $500 million aggregate principal amount of the Company’s 9.750% First Lien Notes due 2030 (the “Notes”). The proposed offering of Notes is expected to close on July 7, 2025 (the “Closing Date”), subject to customary closing conditions.
The Company intends to use the net proceeds from the proposed offering of Notes, together with borrowings under its new tranche of senior secured term loans (the “Amended First Lien Term Loan Facility” and together with the Notes, the “New First Lien Financing Transactions”), to (i) repay in full amounts outstanding under its existing first lien term loan facility, its existing incremental first lien term loan facility and its existing revolving credit facility and pay fees, costs and expenses related thereto, (ii) pay the fees, costs, and expenses related to the Company’s previously announced exchange offer, consent solicitation and private exchange, (iii) fund two potential acquisitions and (iv) to the extent one or both of the potential acquisitions do not close on or prior to the Closing Date, and with respect to any remaining proceeds after the foregoing uses, for general corporate purposes.
Consummation of the proposed offering of Notes is subject to market and other conditions, and there can be no assurance that the Company will be able to successfully complete the proposed offering on the terms described above, or at all.
The Notes and the related Notes guarantees have not been, and will not be, registered under the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), or the securities laws of any other jurisdiction. The Notes are being offered and sold only to (i) persons reasonably believed to be qualified institutional buyers in reliance on Rule 144A under the Securities Act and (ii) to certain non-U.S. persons in transactions outside the United States in reliance on Regulation S under the Securities Act. Prospective purchasers that are qualified institutional buyers are hereby notified that the sellers of the Notes may be relying on the exemption from Section 5 of the Securities Act pursuant to Rule 144A. Accordingly, the Notes will be subject to restrictions on resale and transfer.
This press release shall not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the Notes or any other securities in connection with the proposed offering of Notes, the exchange offer, the private exchange, any related transactions or otherwise, nor shall it constitute a solicitation of any vote in connection with the consent solicitation or otherwise. There shall be no offer, solicitation or sale of the Notes or any other securities in any state or other jurisdiction in which such an offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful.
Cautionary Note Regarding Forward Looking Statements
Certain statements made in this press release may be deemed “forward-looking statements” including any statements about the Company’s proposed offering of Notes and the use of proceeds therefrom, exchange offer and consent solicitation, the New First Lien Financing Transactions and certain potential acquisitions. Any statements that are not statements of historical fact should be considered forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements generally are identified by the words such as “anticipates,” “believes,” “continues,” “could,” “estimates,” “expects,” “intends,” “may,” “outlook,” “plans,” “potential,” “predicts,” “projects,” “seeks,” “should,” “would,” “might,” “outlook,” “thinks,” “expects,” “intends,” “trends,” “will” or similar expressions, may be forward-looking statements. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. As with the forward-looking statements included in this press release, these forward-looking statements are by nature inherently uncertain, and actual results may differ materially as a result of many factors, including but not limited to, the adverse impact of failing to consummate the contemplated transactions on our financial condition, business and prospects, the risk that the New First Lien Financing Transactions are not consummated on the terms anticipated or at all and diversion of our management’s attention away from our business in connection with the transactions described herein. All forward-looking statements are based upon information available to the Company and ABG on the date of this press release. The Company and ABG undertake no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise. Any forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that could cause actual events or results to differ materially from the events or results described in the forward-looking statements. The Company and ABG may not succeed in addressing these and other risks.
About American Bath Group
American Bath Group is a leading North American bathware manufacturer with a comprehensive product offering including showers, integrated tub / showers, bathtubs, shower bases, jetted whirlpools and spas through a broad portfolio of well-recognized brands.
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<title>Statement from the American Nurses Association on Passing of H.R.1 in the Senate</title>
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Patients, Nurses, Hospitals and Our Health System Count on Medicaid
SILVER SPRING, Md., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As Congress considers proposals that would significantly reduce federal support for Medicaid, the American Nurses Association is urging lawmakers to reflect not only on the policy implications but also on the real-world consequences for patients, providers, and communities across the country.
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“Today, the Senate passed HR1, which, if it becomes law, will have devastating consequences for patients, nurses, and healthcare overall, particularly for those in rural and medically underserved areas. Patients and nurses deserve better,” said Jennifer Mensik Kennedy, president of the ANA. “Medicaid is not just a budget line item—it is the backbone of care for millions of Americans, including seniors in nursing homes, children with complex medical needs, and working families in rural and underserved areas. It is also a critical pillar of the nursing workforce. Cuts to Medicaid would result in hospital and clinic closures, especially in rural areas, and would force nurses to shoulder even heavier workloads, leading to burnout, attrition, and ultimately, worse patient outcomes.”
These are not abstract warnings. Nurses across the country are already reporting the strain: higher patient ratios, reduced resources, and the moral injury of being unable to provide the care their patients deserve. Medicaid accounts for 19% of hospital revenues nationwide. Reductions in funding will ripple through the entire health care system, threatening both access and quality of care.
Elected members of Congress should consider the political lessons of the past. In 2018, more than 20 Republican House members who voted to repeal the Affordable Care Act lost their seats. While many factors contributed to those outcomes, the public’s concern over health care access—particularly Medicaid—was a decisive issue in many districts. This is an important reminder that voters care deeply about health care, and they are paying attention. Constituents, especially nurses in the communities and their patients, are relying on our elected officials to do the right thing and to protect Medicaid.
About the American Nurses Association
As the oldest organization representing more than 5 million registered nurses, the American Nurses Association stands at the forefront of advancing nursing excellence. The association harnesses The Power of Nurses<img src="https://s.w.org/images/core/emoji/15.1.0/72x72/2122.png" alt="™" class="wp-smiley" style="height: 1em; max-height: 1em;" /> to champion the profession and drive transformation in healthcare. Through legislative and political advocacy, comprehensive educational services, and the profession’s leading Code of Ethics and Scope and Standards, the association empowers nurses across every specialty and practice setting. The association is committed to ensuring healthy work environments, shaping pioneering policies, and cultivating partnerships that enhance both the nursing profession and the broader healthcare experience.
MEDIA CONTACT: newsroom@ana.org
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<title>The Gabriel Love Foundation, Philanthropic Arm of Gabriel & Co. Announces the GIA Gabriel Love Foundation Scholarship in Memory of the late Elias Gabriel</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<div style="margin-bottom:20px;"><img width="144" height="96" src="https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/the-gabriel-love-foundation-philanthropic-arm-of-gabriel-co-announces-the-gia-gabriel-love-foundation-scholarship-in-memory-of-the-late-elias-gabriel.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" /></div>NEW YORK, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gabriel & Co., the most trusted leader and award winning brand of the bridal and fashion fine jewelry world, was pleased to announce the GIA Gabriel Love Foundation Scholarship in Memory of the late Elias Gabriel. The announcement was made during the Luxury at JCK event in the Gabriel & […]
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NEW YORK, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Gabriel & Co., the most trusted leader and award winning brand of the bridal and fashion fine jewelry world, was pleased to announce the GIA Gabriel Love Foundation Scholarship in Memory of the late Elias Gabriel. The announcement was made during the Luxury at JCK event in the Gabriel & Co. ballroom, where leadership from both Gabriel & Co. and GIA, the Gemological Institute of America, were in attendance.
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Created by Gabriel & Co. founders Jack Gabriel and Dominick Gabriel, the scholarship honors their late father, Elias Gabriel, whose legacy of purpose-driven craftsmanship and community service continues to inspire the company’s mission.
“We are proud to honor our father’s legacy with this scholarship,” said Jack Gabriel, Co-Founder & CEO of Gabriel & Co. “Elias Gabriel was guided by values of integrity, excellence, and compassion. He instilled in us the belief that our fine jewelry should reflect authentic artistry, while also serving communities in need. This scholarship is an extension of that purpose.”
“Empowering the next generation of gem and jewelry professionals is a vital responsibility for everyone in our industry,” said Cathryn Ramirez, GIA Senior Vice President and Chief Learning Officer. “The generous effort by Gabriel & Co. in memory of their late father Elias Gabriel, will make a tangible difference by giving a deserving student the foundational start they need.”
Beginning with GIA’s Fall 2025 admissions cycle (applications open September 1st–30th), Gabriel & Co. will fund a $7,500 annual scholarship for students pursuing on-campus or online programs at the Gemological Institute of America (GIA). Eligible programs will begin between January 1st and June 30th of the following year in 2026.
The scholarship will support students who demonstrate a commitment to giving back. Preference will be given to those who clearly express how they plan to use their jewelry careers that include philanthropic efforts and how they would positively impact their communities. For more information on GIA’s educational programs and how to apply for a scholarship, please visit www.gia.edu/scholarships.
PRESS CONTACT: Alyssa McDonald Michele Marie PR amcdonald@michelemariepr.com 646. 860.5689
About Gabriel & Co.: 
Gabriel & Co. is a jewelry design house founded in 1989 by brothers Jack and Dominick Gabriel. Family owned and operated; the company began in New York City and has since evolved into one of the most prolific fine jewelry brands in the U.S. sold nationwide. The story of Gabriel & Co. is one of passion, integrity, service, and trust. By infusing human passion into natural elements, Gabriel creates jewelry that enhances and celebrates beauty and personal achievements. Each piece, engraved with a serial number, is as unique as the woman who wears it. Gabriel & Co. has consistently been recognized for being one of the most innovative and best performing brands in the jewelry industry, winning awards for fine jewelry designs in trade publications such as JCK, Instore and Jewelers of America.
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<description><![CDATA[<div style="margin-bottom:20px;"><img width="512" height="512" src="https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/rado-celebrates-40-years-of-tennis-with-a-limited-edition-timepiece.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" srcset="https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/rado-celebrates-40-years-of-tennis-with-a-limited-edition-timepiece.jpg 512w, https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/rado-celebrates-40-years-of-tennis-with-a-limited-edition-timepiece-300x300.jpg 300w, https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/rado-celebrates-40-years-of-tennis-with-a-limited-edition-timepiece-150x150.jpg 150w" sizes="auto, (max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px" /></div>Legacy Honored at the Mubadala Citi DC Open in Washington, D.C. LENGNAU, Switzerland, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Rado, the Swiss watch brand renowned for its mastery of materials and design, proudly renews its partnership as Official Sponsor and Official Timekeeper of the Mubadala Citi DC Open, taking place from July 19 to 27, 2025, at Washington […]
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Legacy Honored at the Mubadala Citi DC Open in Washington, D.C.
LENGNAU, Switzerland, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Rado, the Swiss watch brand renowned for its mastery of materials and design, proudly renews its partnership as Official Sponsor and Official Timekeeper of the Mubadala Citi DC Open, taking place from July 19 to 27, 2025, at Washington D.C.’s Rock Creek Park Tennis Center.
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The Mubadala Citi DC Open is the world’s first and only combined ATP & WTA 500 event. Founded in 1969 to support Arthur Ashe’s vision of hosting a professional tennis tournament in a public park, it has grown into the fifth-largest professional tennis tournament in the United States—and the longest-running at a single venue. Set in the heart of Washington, D.C., the tournament draws elite athletes, influential leaders, and global tennis fans.
This year marks a major milestone: 40 years since Rado first entered the world of professional tennis. To celebrate this legacy, the brand is unveiling a new limited-edition Captain Cook timepiece that blends sport, style, and innovation—hallmarks of both Rado and the game.
“We are thrilled to continue our partnership with Rado, a brand that shares our commitment to excellence, innovation, and the timeless spirit of tennis,” said Mark Ein, Chairman of the Mubadala Citi DC Open. “As we celebrate 40 years of Rado’s contributions to the sport, having such an iconic company as our Official Timekeeper adds prestige and precision to the tournament.”
Adrian Bosshard, CEO of Rado, added: “The collaboration with Mubadala Citi DC Open is a perfect match. Rado and tennis share essential values—strategy, precision, and performance. We are excited to celebrate this milestone and look forward to another great tournament.”
Captain Cook x Tennis Limited Edition
Limited to 1,985 pieces in tribute to the year Rado began its tennis journey, the new Captain Cook x Tennis Limited Edition reflects the energy and evolution of the game.
Key features include:
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<li>Gradient dial inspired by the movement from ruthenium to white</li>
<li>Easy Clip system with 4 strap options, including 3 NATO-style textile straps in tournament-inspired colorways</li>
<li>Super-LumiNova® markers placed at 15, 30, 40, and game – a nod to tennis scoring</li>
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<li>300m water resistance for durability on and off the court</li>
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Whether courtside or city-bound, the watch delivers athletic elegance with true Swiss precision.
Rado x Tennis: 40 Years of Shared Values
Rado has long championed the sport of tennis, serving as Official Timekeeper at ATP and WTA tournaments across the globe, including the Abierto Mexicano in Acapulco, Los Cabos Open, Erste Bank Open in Vienna, EFG Swiss Open Gstaad, and Swiss Indoors Basel.
Explore Rado’s full 40-year tennis story in this interactive flipping book: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/997727485/
About Rado Rado is a globally recognized Swiss watch brand known for its trailblazing design and pioneering use of high-tech materials. A leader in high-tech ceramic watches, Rado has received numerous international design awards and maintains a long-standing commitment to tennis, design, and innovation.
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<title>Micro-cations Surge as Americans Redefine Summer Travel in 2025</title>
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<description><![CDATA[<div style="margin-bottom:20px;"><img width="144" height="23" src="https://bubblear.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/micro-cations-surge-as-americans-redefine-summer-travel-in-2025.jpg" class="attachment-post-thumbnail size-post-thumbnail wp-post-image" alt="" decoding="async" loading="lazy" /></div>Americans are embracing high-impact getaways with shorter and pricier vacations. RICHMOND, Va., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a year marked by ongoing economic uncertainty and evolving consumer habits, a travel trend has become popular among U.S. travelers once again: the micro-cation. According to new data from Allianz Partners USA in their annual Vacation Confidence Index*, […]
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RICHMOND, Va., July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — In a year marked by ongoing economic uncertainty and evolving consumer habits, a travel trend has become popular among U.S. travelers once again: the micro-cation. According to new data from Allianz Partners USA in their annual Vacation Confidence Index*, Americans are increasingly opting for shorter but more intentional getaways – redefining how they plan, spend, and experience their time away from home.
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Micro-cations, a leisure trip more than 100 miles from home for 4 or fewer nights, are making a strong comeback in 2025 as travelers seek to balance time, cost, and experience. These shorter getaways offer a practical solution for Americans navigating high travel costs, limited PTO, and a desire for meaningful breaks without the commitment of a week-long vacation. Whether it’s a two-night city escape or a long weekend by the coast, micro-cations are ideal for fitting travel into busy lifestyles. As inflation continues to shape spending behavior and workplace flexibility enables more frequent but shorter trips, micro-cations have emerged as a preferred way to recharge, without overextending budgets or schedules.
"Microcations reflect a new kind of travel mindset, with one that values spontaneity, intentionality, and balance," said Emily Hartman, General Manager at Allianz Partners USA. "As travelers embrace shorter, high-impact trips, they’re also recognizing the importance of protecting those moments. Whether it’s a quick weekend getaway or a last-minute escape, travel insurance plays a key role in offering peace of mind, so travelers can focus on making the most of their time away."
The study reveals that 34% of Americans now say their first vacation of the year will last just two nights or less, up four percentage points from last year. The average trip length is expected to dip slightly to 4.2 nights, down from 4.6 nights in 2024. While longer getaways may be less common, travelers are still eager to make the most of their time away – often choosing shorter, more frequent breaks to balance rising prices with their desire for meaningful experiences.
While vacations may be getting shorter, they’re certainly not getting cheaper, as one-night trips are the most expensive on a per-night basis, averaging $700 per night, compared to $396 per night for a traditional week-long vacation. The data suggests that Americans are willing to spend more for luxury, convenience, and quality over quantity – even in a time of economic caution.
That said, high-income travelers are helping keep the travel sector buoyant. 15% of Americans earning $100K+ annually plan to take three or more trips this summer, indicating that affluent consumers remain undeterred by inflationary pressures or lingering economic uncertainty. As the cost of living continues to rise and consumer sentiment fluctuates, the travel landscape is increasingly shaped by those who can afford to splurge.
The Vacation Confidence Index has been conducted each summer since 2009 by national polling firm Ipsos Public Affairs on behalf of Allianz Partners USA. A vacation is defined as a leisure trip of at least one week to a place that is 100 miles or more from home.
Allianz Partners offers travel insurance through most major U.S. airlines, leading travel agents, online travel agencies, hotel companies, cruise lines and directly to consumers. For more information on Allianz Partners and available travel policies, please visit http://www.allianztravelinsurance.com/. 
* *Methodology: These are the findings of an Ipsos poll conducted on behalf of Allianz Partners. For this survey, a sample of 2,005 Americans aged 18+ was interviewed from April 14 to 15, 2025 via the Ipsos Online Omnibus. The precision of Ipsos online polls is measured using a credibility interval. In this case, the results are accurate to within +/- 2.7 percentage points, 19 times out of 20, of what the results would have been had all American adults been polled. Quota sampling and weighting were employed in order to balance demographics and ensure that the sample’s composition reflects that of the actual U.S. population, according to data from the U.S. Census Bureau. Credibility intervals are wider among subsets of the population.
About Allianz Partners 
In the United States, Allianz Partners USA (AGA Service Company) offers Allianz Travel-branded travel protection plans and serves millions of customers each year. In addition to travel protection, the company offers event ticket protection, registration protection for endurance events and unique travel assistance services such as international medical assistance and concierge services. AGA Service Company is doing business as Allianz Global Assistance Insurance Agency in California (License # 0B01400) and Massachusetts. Allianz Partners USA is part of the Allianz Partners group. Allianz Partners is a world leader in B2B2C insurance and assistance, offering global solutions that span international health and life, travel insurance, mobility and assistance. Customer driven, our innovative experts are redefining insurance services by delivering future-ready, high-tech, high-touch products and solutions that go beyond traditional insurance. Present in over 75 countries, our 19,400 employees speak 70 languages, handle over 58 million cases each year, and are motivated to go the extra mile to offer peace of mind to our customers around the world.
For Allianz Partners USA products offered and sold in the U.S.: Terms, conditions, and exclusions apply to all plans. Plans are available only to U.S. residents. Not all plans are available in all jurisdictions. Availability of coverage, including the epidemic-related benefits and covered reasons described here, varies by product and by state. Products may not include all benefits or covered reasons described here. All benefits are subject to maximum limits of liability, which may in some cases be subject to sublimits and daily maximums. Benefits and limits vary by plan. For a complete description of the coverage and benefit limits offered under your specific plan, carefully review your plan’s Letter of Confirmation/Declarations and Certificate of Insurance/Policy. Insurance coverage is underwritten by BCS Insurance Company (OH, Administrative Office: Oakbrook Terrace, IL), rated "A" (Excellent) by A.M. Best Co., under BCS Form No. 52.201 series or 52.401 series, or Jefferson Insurance Company (NY, Administrative Office: Richmond, VA), rated "A+" (Superior) by A.M. Best Co., under Jefferson Form No. 101–C series or 101–P series, depending on state of residence. A+ (Superior) and A (Excellent) are the 2nd and 3rd highest, respectively, of A.M. Best’s 13 Financial Strength Ratings. Except as otherwise specified, AGA Service Company d/b/a Allianz Global Assistance is the licensed producer and administrator of Allianz Travel-branded travel protection plans in the U.S. and an affiliate of Jefferson Insurance Company. Allianz Global Assistance is a mark of AGA Service Company or its affiliates. The insured shall not receive any special benefit or advantage due to the affiliation between Allianz Global Assistance and Jefferson Insurance Company. Plans include insurance and assistance services. Noninsurance benefits/products are provided and serviced by Allianz Global Assistance.
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<title>Diamond Hill Launches Securitized Total Return Strategy</title>
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<description><![CDATA[COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Hill, a boutique investment management firm with a long-term, valuation-disciplined approach across multiple asset classes, today announced the launch of the Diamond Hill Securitized Total Return strategy. This portfolio broadens Diamond Hill’s differentiated offerings in fixed income, leveraging the firm’s unique expertise in securitized assets. The strategy will […]
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COLUMBUS, Ohio, July 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Diamond Hill, a boutique investment management firm with a long-term, valuation-disciplined approach across multiple asset classes, today announced the launch of the Diamond Hill Securitized Total Return strategy. This portfolio broadens Diamond Hill’s differentiated offerings in fixed income, leveraging the firm’s unique expertise in securitized assets.
The strategy will be managed by Henry Song, CFA. This portfolio offers a dedicated allocation to securitized bonds and could complete a core fixed income allocation where Treasurys and corporate bonds are managed separately.
“The Securitized Total Return strategy provides focused exposure to securitized assets, managed by a team with deep and unique expertise in this area,” said Heather Brilliant, CFA, Diamond Hill CEO.
“Securitized markets remain an overlooked opportunity by many investors, as they typically are underrepresented in common fixed income benchmarks,” said Song. “These securities can provide compelling return and risk management opportunities, due in part to additional inherent protections that can be built into the asset class.”
The Diamond Hill fixed income team has $7.2 billion in assets under management as of May 31, 2025, and manages the Core Bond, Core Plus Bond, Intermediate Bond, Securitized Credit, Short Duration Investment Grade and Short Duration Securitized Bond portfolios in addition to Securitized Total Return.
About Diamond Hill: Diamond Hill invests on behalf of clients through a shared commitment to its valuation-driven investment principles, long-term perspective, capacity discipline and client alignment. An independent active asset manager with significant employee ownership, Diamond Hill’s investment strategies include differentiated US and international equity, alternative long-short equity and fixed income. As of May 31, 2025, Diamond Hill’s assets under management and assets under advisement totaled $31.2 billion. For more information visit www.diamond-hill.com
Media Contact Prosek Partners pro-diamondhill@prosek.com 
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