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LINE FRIENDS to Open New LINE FRIENDS SQUARE Store at Universal CityWalk Hollywood on April 25, 2025

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LINE FRIENDS SQUARE at Universal CityWalk Hollywood Becomes Third Official U.S. Retail Location, Offering Exclusive K-Pop-inspired Intellectual Property Products, Merchandise Inspired by NBCUniversal Franchises and Much More

LOS ANGELES, April 21, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — LINE FRIENDS, the globally recognized character brand, is bringing its beloved intellectual properties and K-pop related intellectual property products to a brand-new retail experience at Universal CityWalk Hollywood with the opening of its latest U.S. LINE FRIENDS SQUARE location on Friday, April 25th. The store will offer fans an immersive shopping destination featuring exclusive BT21 merchandise, popular LINE FRIENDS original character collectibles, a curated selection of K-pop-inspired character products and exclusive collaborative merchandise featuring iconic NBCUniversal brands and characters in one convenient location.

The opening of LINE FRIENDS SQUARE at Universal CityWalk marks the brand’s third permanent brick-and-mortar store in the U.S., representing a significant milestone for the brand as it continues expanding its presence in the U.S. retail market. Universal CityWalk, one of LA’s hottest entertainment, dining and shopping destinations, attracts millions of visitors each year, making it an ideal location for LINE FRIENDS to introduce its beloved global characters to new and existing fans.

The LINE FRIENDS SQUARE Universal CityWalk Hollywood Store, located adjacent to the Universal Studios Hollywood theme park will feature an immersive large-scale LED screen at the store’s entrance, showcasing dynamic and diverse character content to captivate visitors, along with brand storytelling to further enhance a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The store will be a one-stop shop for fans looking to explore the vast universe of LINE FRIENDS, offering more than 600 SKUs across a wide variety of products.

Among the key product highlights, the store will launch an exclusive BT21 Universal collection, which includes a unique lineup of plush toys, apparel, accessories and lifestyle items designed specifically for the Universal CityWalk location along with other charming K-Pop related intellectual property merchandise, including ZEROBASEONE. Additionally, the store will carry LINE FRIENDS’ new COLLER NBCUniversal collection of co-branded merchandise inspired by iconic NBCUniversal worlds and characters allowing customers to customize their bags and smartphone cases to suit their personal tastes. The collection features characters ranging from Illumination’s Despicable Me & Minions to DreamWorks Animation’s Trolls and even Felix the Cat, providing a special cross-brand retail experience exclusive to the LINE FRIENDS SQUARE Universal CityWalk Hollywood location.

As part of its grand opening celebration, LINE FRIENDS plans to host special fan events and giveaways, creating a unique opportunity for enthusiasts to engage with the brand in an exciting and interactive way.

The addition of LINE FRIENDS SQUARE to Universal CityWalk Hollywood reinforces LINE FRIENDS ongoing initiative to introduce diverse brands to audiences worldwide.

The new store will be located at Universal CityWalk, a three-block entertainment, dining, and shopping promenade adjacent to Universal Studios Hollywood. With a vibrant mix of restaurants, live entertainment and unique retail experiences, CityWalk serves as a destination for fans and visitors looking to experience the latest pop culture trends.

For more information about LINE FRIENDS SQUARE Universal CityWalk Hollywood Store, product availability and grand opening events, visit LINE FRIENDS SQUARE official website or follow @linefriends_us on social media.

About LINE FRIENDS

LINE FRIENDS, known corporately as IPX, is a global character brand that originated from the digital sticker characters including BROWN, CONY and SALLY created for the popular mobile messenger app LINE, which has over 200 million active users worldwide. Expanding beyond its digital origins, LINE FRIENDS has become a major cultural and retail phenomenon through collaborations with top-tier global brands, artists, and entertainment properties. The brand has introduced highly successful IPs such as BT21 (in collaboration with BTS), TRUZ (with Treasure), bunini (with NewJeans) and others, cementing its presence as a leading IP platform catering to Millennials and Gen Z worldwide. Operating in 18 global markets, including Seoul, New York, Los Angeles, Tokyo, and Shanghai, LINE FRIENDS continues to connect with fans worldwide through immersive experiences and exclusive merchandise.

About Universal CityWalk Hollywood

More information about Universal CityWalk and Universal Studios Hollywood is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com; like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram.

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Emily Fletcher
Public Haus Agency
emily@publichausagency.com

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139th Canton Fair Phase 3 Advances Toward a Better Life with New and Strengthened Product Zones

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GUANGZHOU, China, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) has rolled out nine newly established product zones. Phase 3 features an expanded and upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone and the inaugural presentation of a Functional & Technical Fabrics zone.

The upgraded Intelligent Healthcare zone brings together 50 companies presenting a full spectrum of intelligent medical solutions, spanning AI-powered diagnostics, surgical robotics, and next‑generation eldercare technologies. Exhibits highlight how medical devices are becoming smaller, more precise, and increasingly non‑invasive. Capsule endoscopy systems demonstrate how gastrointestinal screening can be completed without discomfort, while AI‑enabled traditional Chinese medicine analyzers compress the inspection and inquiry process into minutes. Wearable glucose monitors make chronic disease management easier and more convenient.

Robotic technologies play a prominent role as well. Endoscopic and orthopedic surgical robots showcase enhanced precision through integrated human‑machine coordination, while bionic prosthetic hands use non‑invasive myoelectric sensing to independently control each finger. Intelligent rehabilitation systems, including lower‑limb exoskeletons and hand‑training devices, provide consistent support for patients recovering mobility. Companion‑style eldercare robots, equipped with monitoring and telemedicine functions, signal the rise of integrated home‑based health services.

The debuting Functional & Technical Fabrics zone highlights how the traditional textile industry is moving toward higher-end and smarter products. Exhibitors present materials that combine multi‑layered performance with intelligent responsiveness. Textiles featuring temperature‑regulating fibers, phase‑change materials, and light‑ or heat‑sensitive color‑shifting effects illustrate how fabrics are evolving into adaptive platforms capable of responding to environmental conditions.

Sustainability emerges as a defining theme. Bio‑based fibers, degradable films, recycled polyester, and organic cotton reflect a shift from isolated eco‑products toward full‑chain green manufacturing. High‑performance outdoor and protective applications further shape the narrative. Materials engineered for waterproof breathability, UV resistance, flame retardancy, and long‑term durability address rising demand across sportswear, professional protection, and medical environments. Smart textiles with embedded health‑monitoring modules demonstrate how apparel is beginning to function as a continuous wellness interface.

Both technology‑driven healthcare and advanced textiles are converging around a shared pursuit of a better life. As these advancements continue to evolve, they reflect a manufacturing landscape increasingly shaped by innovation, resilience, and a commitment to improving everyday living.

For pre-registration, please click: https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16

 

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CupidFeel Insights Show How Shared Interests Affect Initial Connection Outcomes

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New behavioral insights from CupidFeel offer a carefully considered look at how shared interests influence whether an initial connection on a dating platform is sustained or abandoned in those first critical exchanges.

GIBRALTAR, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The findings by CupidFeel are not dramatic, but they are telling. People who referenced a shared interest — whether a genre of music, a type of cuisine, a sport, a creative practice, or even a shared discomfort with small talk — within the first few exchanges of a new conversation were found to be measurably more likely to continue that conversation beyond the initial contact window. The effect was not uniform across all interest categories; certain types of shared interest appeared to carry more relational weight than others.

It was also observed by CupidFeel that the timing of when shared interests entered a conversation mattered. Connections where common ground was discovered organically — through the natural flow of exchange rather than prompted by a profile field or a direct question — showed stronger indicators of sustained interest. The discovery, in other words, carried more meaning when it felt like something found rather than something declared.

Among the most quietly striking findings in the CupidFeel data was the role of specificity. Broad shared categories — “we both like travel,” “we both enjoy cooking” — were associated with polite, often brief exchanges that rarely extended past pleasantries. But when specificity entered the picture — when one person mentioned a particular documentary that had stayed with them, or a city they had visited and could not stop thinking about — the conversational energy shifted. Something opened up.

In a CupidFeel review of trends in profile engagements, those whose profiles reflected specific, idiosyncratic interests — rather than broadly appealing ones — also showed higher rates of receiving first messages, a finding that runs gently counter to the instinct many people have to present themselves in the most universally appealing terms possible.

What seemed to matter most was not the quantity of overlap but whether the overlap that existed was felt — whether it produced a sense of being seen in some particular, non-generic way. A CupidFeel review of early conversation patterns suggests that a single deeply resonant shared interest may be more generative for early connection than a long list of surface-level commonalities that, taken together, feel more like a demographic profile than a person.

About CupidFeel

CupidFeel is an online dating platform built around the belief that meaningful connections begin with emotional honesty and the willingness to let a conversation go somewhere real. It came into being for people who are less interested in the mechanics of dating and more drawn to the possibility of something that feels grounded — exchanges that move at their own pace, guided by genuine curiosity rather than performance.

A CupidFeel review of its own design principles returns consistently to the same question: what does it take for a first message to feel like it might be worth the journey? The platform makes room for the kind of interaction that doesn’t always have a clear destination but feels, from the first exchange, like something real. CupidFeel is a place where the unexpected is not something to be managed, but something to be welcomed.

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Timothy Albers, CupidFeel, 1 14845691657, smm@cupidfeel.com, https://cupidfeel.com/

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Las Vegas Review-Journal Launches VegasBusiness, a New Multiplatform Business Brand Serving Southern Nevada Leaders

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LAS VEGAS, May 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ –The Las Vegas Review Journal today announced the launch of VegasBusiness, a new multiplatform brand designed to deliver authoritative reporting, analysis, and insight to Southern Nevada’s business leaders and decisionmakers.

VegasBusiness debuts with a biweekly print section distributed in the Sunday Las Vegas Review Journal, a new digital hub at VegasBusiness.com, a weekday business email newsletter, and a bi monthly podcast. Together, the platforms create the most comprehensive local business news and intelligence offerings in the Las Vegas market.

Vegas Business, powered by the state’s largest and most experienced business reporting team, focuses on the people, companies, and forces shaping Southern Nevada’s economy, including gaming and hospitality, real estate development, technology, finance, logistics, and small business.

“Las Vegas is one of the fastest evolving business markets in the country, and its leaders need timely, trustworthy intelligence to compete and grow,” Keith Moyer, publisher and editor of the Las Vegas Review Journal, said. “VegasBusiness expands our business journalism across platforms and delivers deeper insight, greater frequency, and broader reach for Southern Nevada’s decision makers.”

Expanded Business Coverage Across Platforms

VegasBusiness features business coverage designed for how executives consume news today—through print, digital, email, audio, video, and social channels.

Editorial franchises include CSuite Insider, featuring executive interviews; Building Las Vegas, with in depth reporting on major projects and deals; Innovation, spotlighting people and ideas driving change; Price Points, examining data and consumer trends; Small Business, highlighting enterprising local companies; and a curated Calendar of business events and conferences.

“We created this section to provide Las Vegas business leaders with practical, locally grounded intelligence so t hey can make faster, more informed decisions on growth, talent, and regulation,” Erin Edgemon, business editor of the Review Journal, said. “VegasBusiness is designed to help business leaders understand what’s happening in the economy, why it matters, and how it impacts their organizations and communities.”

A Premium Environment for Advertisers

In addition to expanded editorial coverage, VegasBusiness provides a new advertising and sponsorship platform for brands seeking to reach business decision makers in Southern Nevada. The brand offers integrated opportunities across print, digital, newsletters, podcasts, video, social media, and events, supported by advanced audience targeting and measurement.

“VegasBusiness gives advertisers access to the largest concentration of local business decision- makers in the market,” Michael LaBonia, senior vice president of sales for the Las Vegas Review Journal, said. “It’s a high impact, data driven platform that connects brands with influence, intent, and measurable results.”

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VegasBusiness Magazine: Biweekly, Sundays in the Las Vegas Review JournalDigital: 24/7 at VegasBusiness.com**Newscast:** Weekday segment mornings on 7@7 a.m.**Newsletter:** Featured in the weekday Business Brief

Additional information is available at VegasBusiness.com.

Since 1909, the Las Vegas Review-Journal has been Nevada’s comprehensive media leader. Over the years, it has transformed from an award-winning newspaper that delivers local and community news and spans the globe with far-reaching topics and coverage. The Review-Journal has forged into multimedia and digital platforms through its website, Reviewjournal.com, which includes a network of niche publications, breaking news, e-newsletters, customized content, custom printing, a production studio, and more to meet the specific needs of readers and advertisers alike.

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Wanda English Blair, Vice President of Marketing
(702) 383-0223
wblair@reviewjournal.com

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