Long before he became the first President of the United States and the man forever remembered as the “Father of His Country”, George Washington was an ambitious young officer thrust into a brutal and uncertain world where every decision carried life-or-death consequences.
Melbourne International Film Festival (MIFF) has announced the winners of the MIFF Shorts Awards, presented by Armani Beauty. New Zealand filmmakers Nick Mayow and Prisca Bouchet won the City of Melbourne Grand Prix for Best Short Film, presented by Lord Mayor Nicholas Reece, for their film Lion Rock. At tonight’s ceremony, the MIFF Shorts Awards…
Which is the best restaurant in your city? The writing prompt from the good people of Jetpack is ‘Which is the best restaurant in your city?’. Honestly? I don’t fricking know. I wish I did, but I don’t. The question is too broad to give definitive answers. i certainly know that I haven’t dined in…
Upgraded Points analyzed 100 popular U.S. leisure destinations – including beach towns, mountain getaways, resort communities, historic towns, outdoor recreation hubs, and major tourist cities – to determine which offer the most complete accessible experience, from lodging and dining to trails, tours, and public restrooms. “Accessible travel planning takes real research, because truly accessible means…
Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced the return of Chipotle IQ, the brand’s fan-favorite interactive trivia experience that gives Chipotle Rewards members in the U.S. and Canada the chance to compete for more than $1 million in free Chipotle while testing their knowledge of Chipotle’s real ingredients, culinary techniques, community engagement, and more. Beginning August 18,…
As an extension of Aflac’s long-term commitment to children and families facing cancer and blood disorders, the company has announced a new initiative to help U.S. educators teach students kindness and empathy through one of the most powerful tools available: reading. According to the International Journal on Studies in English Language and Literature (IJSELL), kindness…
7UP®, part of the Keurig Dr Pepper portfolio of brands, is redefining the $5 billion lemon-lime category1 with its first evolution in over 15 years, with a lime-led reformulation at the center. The debut of 7UP Lime Lemon marks the category’s first lime-led formula designed to strengthen the brand’s distinctiveness and appeal with a new…
Okay. The One Movie That’s Stayed With Me. Tonight. Yes tonight, I’ve just found where I’ve been hiding it on my shelves. The Movie? River Street Starring Aden Young & Bill Hunter and directed by Tony Mahood. I’ve reviewed it twice for The Movie Boards once in 2019 and originally 2017. For the record, even…
People with Disability Australia (PWDA), the national cross-disability rights and advocacy organisation, has condemned the Senate Community Affairs Legislation Committee’s recommendation that the National Disability Insurance Scheme Amendment (Securing the NDIS for Future Generations) Bill 2026 proceed. More than 4,500 people with disability, families, advocates and disability, legal and community organisations participated in the inquiry,…
PetIQ, a leading pet health and wellness company and portfolio company of Bansk Group, today announced a new partnership with Ashton Jeanty, running back for the Las Vegas Raiders. As PetIQ’s first national athlete partnership, the collaboration marks an exciting milestone for the company. Jeanty will represent Vet IQ and Pur Luv, inspiring pet parents…
Bota Box, America’s favorite premium boxed wine brand1, today announced the release of a Limited Reserve Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, available for a finite time at retailers nationwide. The wine delivers the expressive aromatics, rich black cherry notes and bold structure typical of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon, together with the lighter carbon footprint2 and stay-fresh…
Jif®, America’s favorite peanut butter brand*, is unveiling refreshed branding to celebrate the many ways consumers enjoy it today – from everyday snacking occasions to the traditional PB&J. Thoughtfully modernized to stay true to what makes Jif iconic, the redesign revives the brand’s signature tri-color banner and removes the dated drop shadow from the letters…
The Cat Protection Society of Victoria (CPSV) marked International Cat Day with a series of special initiatives and public events that highlighted feline wellbeing, community connection and the organisation’s ongoing commitment to supporting vulnerable cats on their journey to adoption. To coincide with International Cat Day on Saturday 8 August, CPSV brought supporters together through…
It may still be summer, but pumpkin lovers won’t have to wait much longer for the flavors of fall. On August 19, Panera Bread will launch a brand-new lineup of fall favorites, and the return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte, to bakery-cafes nationwide. For guests who have waited all year for pumpkin, Panera is introducing…
Dave’s Killer Bread® (DKB), the nation’s No. 1 organic bread brand, is bringing back “Pumpkin Spice Madness” Bagels for the first time in seven years. The sweet, spicy seasonal bagel is now available for a limited time only on grocery store shelves nationwide. Research from DKB reveals that, when it comes to bagels, consumers prioritize…
Cotton On has integrated Australia Post’s Parcel Locker widget into its online checkout experience, giving customers the option to select a Parcel Locker as their preferred delivery location. The new capability forms the centrepiece of a broader partnership between Australia Post and Cotton On, combining checkout innovation, retail media and customer incentives to drive adoption…
Crafted sodas and Refreshers kicked off a new era for McDonald’s drinks, and fans have been showing them love since day one. Now, we’re ready to take their taste buds to new heights. Starting August 17, fans can fuel up with Red Bull Dragonberry Energizer* – marking McDonald’s entry into energy drinks. Combining Red Bull’s…
Hellmann’s is officially crowning Pennsylvania’s Philly Cheesesteak as America’s Sandwich
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