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New Marriott in Dubai is 'an exciting milestone in the Delta Hotels by Marriott journey,' VP says

Marriott International opening of its 100th property, Delta Hotels by Marriott, Dubai Investment Park, announced recently is a "milestone" in the international hospitality chain's journey, a Marriott vice president said in a news release.


Hiro Sake's debuts ready-to-drink cocktail in 'new and rapidly expanding segment,' company co-founder says

Hiro Sake's recent launch of Hiro Saketini, the company's first ready-to-drink (RTD) canned saketini cocktail, is giving the market what it wants, a company founder said in a news release.


Phoenix mayor: Arizona-based TSMC's expansion is 'one of the largest foreign direct investments in US history'

Arizona-based Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing (TSMC)'s recent announcement of a second chip plant in Arizona and increased investment in the state from $12 billion to $40 billion will be a large boost to the local economy, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said in a social media post.


Chobani appoints new SVP of international market development to ‘continue building on the positive momentum’

Chobani appointed Kenneth Bishop to the role of senior vice president of international market development, and Tarkan Gürkan as CFO.


Haymond: 'Our goal is to assist the Lao PDR in helping its businesses thrive'

Business leaders from United States and Laos met regarding important economic changes in the region.


Cruelty Free Europe: Elected officials should 'take heed and act at once to end the testing on animals'

A Brussels-based network of animal protection groups recently claimed a huge win after collecting more than 1.4 million signatures to end animal testing in Europe.


Biden on Gorbachev: 'After decades of brutal political repression, he embraced democratic reforms'

President Joe Biden credited Mikhail Gorbachev, the former president and last leader of the Soviet Union, for his part in ending the Cold War.


IMF statistician: United Kingdom requirement will create 'greater understanding'

The International Monetary Fund (IMF)'s recent announcement that the United Kingdom now adheres a key transparency and openness requirement will create "greater understanding," a leading IMF statistician said in a news release


Lago: Central American 'trade mission provided unparalleled opportunities for U.S. businesses'

Under Secretary of Commerce for International Trade Marisa Lago lead a trade mission of 32 U.S. companies during the Central American Business Conference in San José, Costa Rica, Aug. 18-23.


Commerce under secretary for international trade 'heartened' by Costa Rica president's 'eagerness' for US collaboration during Central American Business Conference

Department of Commerce Under Secretary for International Trade, Marisa Lago, came out of an important trade meeting in Costa Rica last week "heartened" by that nation's president.


Andersen Global announces New Zealand collaboration with 2 Auckland firms

Andersen Global's announcement this week that it is entering the New Zealand market by adding two collaborating firms is a matter of pride, according to what one business official said in a news release.


'Strategic addition' Craddock named partner in Keller and Heckman's Brussels office

Software developer-turned attorney Peter Craddock now is a partner in international law firm Keller and Heckman's Brussels office, a release from the firm said.


'New era of patient access': ZAP Surgical installs radiosurgery platform at Japan train station

San Carlos, California-based medical equipment manufacturer ZAP Surgical Systems, Inc., hopes to revolutionize brain tumor treatments


Allay Therapeutics 'pleased' to open HQ in San Jose, expand in Singapore

A clinical-stage biotechnology company is expanding its footprint in the United States and Singapore.


Upland Software acquires Objectif Lune for $29 million to 'help businesses produce more'

An Austin, Texas-based enterprise software company recently announced the acquisition of a Canadian communication automation business.


Blume Global/LiveSource deal builds upon 'vision for the future of global supply chain'

A California-based supply chain solutions company's deal to acquire LiveSource will give customers access to extensive logistics execution technology, a recent news release said.


DNA Script secures $200 million in new capital to 'advance human health'

A world-wide provider of on-demand DNA printing's recent announcement that it had secured $200 million of new capital is only the beginning, the company's CEO said in a recent news release.


US-based Global Clean Energy Holdings pairs with Spain producer on 'increasing commercial value of camelina'

Global Clean Energy Holdings' recent acquisition of Camelina Company España S.L. (CCE), based in Madrid, Spain, fits in well with the U.S. company's goals, its CEO said in a recent news release.


JetBlue, American Airlines' Northeast Alliance to offer record-setting summer schedule out of New York and Boston

JetBlue and American Airlines recently announced additional flights out of New York and Boston through its Northeast Alliance (NEA).