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GU Unveils Details of First US Flagship, App, and E-Commerce Launch

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2 years ago

August 19, 2024

The Brand Brings Tokyo to SoHo with the Opening of Its First US Flagship and E-Commerce Site

NEW YORK, Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — GU, a UNIQLO sister brand and part of the Fast Retailing Group, unveils additional details of its US flagship opening in SoHo, NY and announces the launch of its US e-commerce site on September 19, 2024. Located at 578 Broadway, GU NY SOHO will offer women’s and men’s clothing across two floors, as well as a selection of on-trend products, including shoes, bags, and accessories.

With a sales floor area of about 10,225 ft2, GU NY SOHO will be a showcase for the GU NEW U concept that gives customers the freedom to constantly reinvent themselves through style by conveying the latest fashion trends. The flagship will also highlight GU’s unique brand philosophy – MINI edit MAX. MINI edit MAX brings MAX style and quality with MINI prices and curated collections – to create infinite style possibilities.

Alongside the flagship opening, GU will launch its US e-commerce website and App allowing customers outside of New York to shop coveted collections and special collaborations for the first time. GU will offer hero, best-selling products such as Barrel Leg Bottoms – defined by a barrel-like curve and three-dimensional roundness from the hips to the hem that creates a strongly tapered silhouette. Introduced in Spring 2024, the Barrel Leg Jeans have quickly become a GU staple across most markets where GU operates. Additional product highlights include the Mini Skort and Super Wide Cargo Pants, as well as new releases and US-exclusive colorways.

As part of the store opening, GU will also reveal a new Men’s collaboration with notable fashion brand UNDERCOVER. This collaboration offers a lineup that can be enjoyed by all genders, including pieces featuring detachable sleeves to create multiple silhouettes with one garment that can be worn casually.

To celebrate the opening of GU NY SOHO, the brand will unveil an interactive launch event that mashes up fashion, fun, and culture. The opening weekend activities will transform the GU flagship into a destination full of great clothes and giveaways, including a lucky draw to win the best of Tokyo experiences in NY. At the opening, the first 300 customers will receive a collaborative tote bag designed by Shantell Martin as a gift with a minimum purchase amount. The limited edition tote bag is filled with GU favorites and chance to win experiences like GU shopping trips valued up to $250, and exclusive experiences of Tokyo culture in NY. Additional giveaways include exclusive Japanese treats that will only be available opening weekend. The latest information on the activities will be updated at the events page and on the official GU Instagram account.

Starting August 19th, customers will be able to RSVP for the launch event via Partiful to get updates about the weekend activities, which will run from September 19 through 22.

Customers can sign up for the launch event at https://s.gu-japan.com/gu_partiful_rsvp.

GU NY SOHO opens September 19th, 2024, at 578 Broadway, from 9am to 8pm. From September 20th to 22nd the store will operate from 10am to 8pm as Special Opening Weekend Hours and the store’s normal operating hours will be 11am to 8pm Monday through Sunday.

For more information please visit https://s.gu-japan.com/about_gu.

ABOUT GU
GU (pronounced as the letters “G” and “U”) was established in 2006 as a sister brand of UNIQLO and currently operates approximately 470 stores in Asia, mainly in Japan and has e-commerce sites in Taiwan, Hong Kong and Japan. Derived from the Japanese word for “Freedom”, GU offers a dynamic range of contemporary apparel designed to meet the evolving tastes of modern consumer’s. With a focus on affordability and trend-driven styles, GU aims to provide high-quality fashion that is accessible to a broad audience. The brand’s collections are characterized by their versatility and cater to various occasions and personal styles. GU leverages Fast Retailing’s extensive supply chain to ensure rapid turnaround times from design to retail. This approach allows GU to stay ahead of fashion trends and to consistently deliver fresh, relevant products to the market.

STORE OVERVIEW

Store name :

GU NY SOHO

Location :

578 Broadway, New York, NY, 10012

Opening hours :

11am to 8pm *Special Opening Weekend Hours – Sept 19 (Thurs) : 9am to 8pm/ Sept 20 (Fri)- 22 (Sun) : 10am to 8pm

Sales floor area :

Approx. 10,225 ft2

Products carried :

Women’s, Men’s

No. of floors :

Two floors (Ground floor, Cellar)

Online store :

To be launched in the morning on Sept 19 (Thurs)

For media queries, please contact:
FACTORY PR
gu@factorypr.com
Tel. (212) 941-9394

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Asian Hall of Fame Heritage Gala Highlights Impactful Legacy

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6 hours ago

May 13, 2026

Benefit supported Women In Tech, Entertainment, Science & Sports Scholars

LOS ANGELES, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Global ambassador Asian Hall of Fame highlighted positive messages of interracial synergy with its Heritage Gala on May 1, 2026 at the iconic Biltmore Los Angeles. CBS LA Anchor Suzie Suh served as Master of Ceremonies of the festive Asian Heritage Month celebration brought to life by vibrant heritage costumes representing Asia, Latin America, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. The intergenerational benefit funded Women In Tech, Entertainment, Science & Sports (WinTESS) scholarships for 103 applicants from all racial backgrounds.

Guests from California, Washington, Oregon, Hawaii, and New York applauded the Class of 2026 Official Announcement, including Asian Hall of Fame’s first-ever Major League Baseball Inductee Hideo Nomo, nominated by the Los Angeles Dodgers, and DTLA muralist Robert Vargas as Goodwill Ambassador.

Dedicated San Marino philanthropist and Board of Governors Chairwoman Melinda Rogers was honored as the 2026 Woman of the Year, with a moving speech presented by her younger brother William Rogers. Chairwoman Rogers highlighted the endearing impact of family, and delighted audiences with her custom Korean hanbok, designed alongside Anna Kim at her Koreatown boutique.

Distinguished philanthropist Loida Nicolas Lewis (Inductee 2007) shared an inspiring fireside chat with stories of family legacy and community empowerment. Guests received commemorative autographed memoirs, and complimentary gifts from Nan Yang Delight and SUP. Inductees in attendance were Marc Anthony Nicolas, Kristen Lui, incoming Inductees Kitty Lo and Maggie Tseng, Official Design Partner of the 2026 Season.

The dramatic Heritage Costume Show, sponsored by Meridien Vacation Homes, presented pageant holders including a Rose Pageant Princess, Miss Asia USA, Miss Teen Latina Global, Hi-Teen USA, Miss International U.S. Virgin Islands, Miss Taiwanese American, and Mrs. Asia Glamour.

Maki Mae performed from her upcoming album release with pianist Jason Lo and cellist Ryan Phipps. Walter Nishinaka and Los Angeles Taiko Collective kicked off raffle drawings, including an 18-carat gold ring donated by long-standing supporter Vartan Kazanjian, owner of Estate Jewelers of South Pasadena.

ABOUT ASIAN HALL OF FAME
Established in 2004, Asian Hall of Fame strengthens interracial synergy by advancing mainstream recognition of Asian and Native legacy. Inductees include Connie Chung, Kristi Yamaguchi, Margaret Cho, amongst others. Contact: press@asianhalloffame.org, (626) 600-9418, www.asianhalloffame.org.

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Technology

Notice of Data Privacy Incident

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6 hours ago

May 13, 2026

MOUNT STERLING, Ill., May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Brown County

Brown County, Illinois provides notice of a data privacy incident involving personal information of certain county constituents and staff.

What Happened? On April 3, 2025, we received alerts of unusual activity in one of our email accounts. We launched an immediate investigation, and retained independent cyber incident response specialists to assist. The investigation determined that two email accounts experienced unauthorized access. We have no evidence of fraud or identity theft from this incident.

What Information Was Involved. The information involved varied by individual, and may have included a first and last name along with a Social Security number, driver’s license number, government issued identification number, medical information, or health insurance information.

What We Are Doing. In addition to the above, we are offering complimentary credit monitoring and identity protection services to individuals whose Social Security numbers were believed to be involved.

What You Can Do. Generally, it is best practice to remain vigilant for incidents of identity theft and fraud from any source by reviewing your account statements and credit reports for suspicious activity and errors. If you discover any suspicious or unusual activity, promptly contact your financial institution or service provider.

Individuals are entitled to one free credit report annually from each of the three major credit reporting bureaus, TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax. To order a free credit report, visit www.annualcreditreport.com or call 1-877-322-8228.

Individuals may further learn about identity theft, fraud alerts, credit freezes, and the steps to take to protect personal information by contacting the credit reporting bureaus, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), or state Attorneys General. The FTC encourages those who discover that their information has been misused to file a complaint with them. It may be reached at 600 Pennsylvania Ave. NW, Washington, D.C. 20580; www.identitytheft.gov; 1-877-ID-THEFT (1-877-438-4338); and TTY: 1-866-653-4261.

For More Information, you may contact us at 1-800-405-6108, Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. EST for further assistance.

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SharkNinja Set to Join S&P MidCap 400; Flowers Foods and F&G Annuities & Life to Join S&P SmallCap 600

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6 hours ago

May 13, 2026

NEW YORK, May 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — S&P Dow Jones Indices will make the following changes to the S&P MidCap 400, S&P SmallCap 600:

SharkNinja (NYSE: SN) will replace Flowers Foods Inc. (NYSE: FLO) in the S&P MidCap 400, and Flowers Foods will replace CSG Systems Intl Inc. (NASD: CSGS) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Monday, May 18. NEC Corporation (TSE: 6701) is acquiring CSG Systems Intl in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.F&G Annuities & Life Inc. (NYSE: FG) will replace Mister Car Wash Inc. (NASD: MCW) in the S&P SmallCap 600 effective prior to the opening of trading on Tuesday, May 19. Leonard Green & Partners L.P. is acquiring Mister Car Wash in a deal expected to close soon, pending final closing conditions.

Following is a summary of the changes that will take place prior to the open of trading on the effective date:

Effective Date

Index Name

Action

Company Name

Ticker

GICS Sector

May 18, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Addition

SharkNinja

Consumer Discretionary

May 18, 2026

S&P MidCap 400

Deletion

Flowers Foods

FLO

Consumer Staples

May 18, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

Flowers Foods

FLO

Consumer Staples

May 18, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

CSG Systems Intl

CSGS

Industrials

May 19, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Addition

F&G Annuities & Life

Financials

May 19, 2026

S&P SmallCap 600

Deletion

Mister Car Wash

MCW

Consumer Discretionary

ABOUT S&P DOW JONES INDICES

S&P Dow Jones Indices is the largest global resource for essential index-based concepts, data and research, and home to iconic financial market indicators, such as the S&P 500® and the Dow Jones Industrial Average®. More assets are invested in products based on our indices than products based on indices from any other provider in the world. Since Charles Dow invented the first index in 1884, S&P DJI has been innovating and developing indices across the spectrum of asset classes helping to define the way investors measure and trade the markets.

S&P Dow Jones Indices is a division of S&P Global (NYSE: SPGI), which provides essential intelligence for individuals, companies, and governments to make decisions with confidence. For more information, visit www.spglobal.com/spdji/en/.

FOR MORE INFORMATION:

S&P Dow Jones Indices
index_services@spglobal.com

Media Inquiries
spdji.comms@spglobal.com

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