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Weekly Recap: 14 Press Releases You Might Have Missed

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A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from PR Newswire this week, including an upgraded Greyhound fleet, new reports of stress and burnout in the workplace, and a seasonal short film from Disney.

NEW YORK, Nov. 15, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week’s most newsworthy and popular releases, here’s a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn’t be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

Greyhound Unveils Upgraded Bus Fleet to Enhance Passenger Experience
The new buses deliver an upgraded travel experience designed to meet the needs of modern travelers seeking hassle-free and budget-friendly travel options. With features like ergonomic seating, enhanced connectivity, and advanced safety technology, Greyhound is redefining the intercity travel experience while keeping comfort, safety, and affordability at the forefront.IBM “AI in Action” Report Identifies Key Characteristics of Businesses That Consider Themselves Leaders in AI
“Of the organizations that were considered AI Leaders, two-thirds reported that AI has already driven 25% or greater improvement in their revenue growth rate,” said Shobhit Varshney, VP & Sr. Partner, Americas AI Leader, IBM Consulting. “We dove into the data to uncover how these AI Leaders were implementing AI within their businesses that could help others learn from their success.”The Home Depot Foundation invests $10 million to help veterans age in place, avoid homelessness
The funding will facilitate the creation of affordable housing, critical home repairs, rental and/or mortgage assistance and home adaptation and smart homes for veterans.Deloitte: Holiday Travel Goes the Distance as Americans Plan More and Longer Trips
Half (49%) of Americans intend to travel between Thanksgiving and mid-January. Travelers expect to spend an average of $3,294 for their longest holiday trip, and their seasonal travel budget is 4% higher than in 2023.Elliott Sends Letter to the Board of Directors of Honeywell International Inc.
According to Elliott, uneven execution, inconsistent financial results and an underperforming share price have diminished Honeywell’s strong record of value creation over the last five years. The conglomerate structure that once suited Honeywell no longer does, and the time has come to embrace simplification, the letter says.Celebrating 55 Years of Frosty: Wendy’s Drops New Salted Caramel Frosty Nationwide
Fans can pair the Salted Caramel Frosty with two new fall menu items at Wendy’s: the Mushroom Bacon Cheeseburger and a fresh take on the beloved Taco Salad.Americans Ready to Open their Wallets this Holiday Season
“The Holiday Spending Survey shows Americans are relatively upbeat about gift-giving and celebrating this year. However, several years of high inflation have raised price levels, reducing purchasing power,” said Dana M. Peterson, Chief Economist at The Conference Board.L’Oréal USA Names 2024 For Women in Science Awardees, Championing the Future of Scientific Discovery
The 2024 FWIS cohort represents a dynamic range of scientific disciplines and research focus areas, from uncovering the intricate relationships between microbes to developing sustainable cooling technologies and understanding the mysteries of auroras on other planets.ManpowerGroup’s Inaugural Global Talent Barometer Reveals Workplace Paradox: 80% Find Meaning at Work, Yet 1 in 3 Eye the Exit
The Global Talent Barometer, which gathered data from over 12,000 workers between April 15 and May 10, 2024, reveals a complex landscape of employee well-being, job satisfaction, and confidence in the rapidly evolving world of work.LG Display Succeeds in Developing World’s First Stretchable Display that Expands by 50 Percent
The new prototype features a 12-inch screen that stretches up to 18 inches, while simultaneously delivering a high resolution of 100ppi (pixels per inch) and full red, green, and blue (RGB) color.Hershey’s Chocolate World is Decking the Halls with All New Experiences
“At Hershey’s Chocolate World, we’re hoping to spread joy by providing our classic, seasonal experiences, but also refreshing and expanding our offerings to continually delight new and returning guests that will be visiting Hershey, PA this winter,” said Suzanne Jones, Vice President of The Hershey Experience.PEPSI® and Regal Are Transforming a New York City Theatre Into the Roman COLAsseum For Exclusive Fan Event Celebrating Paramount Pictures’ Highly Anticipated Gladiator II Film
Fans can sign up to RSVP for the free, immersive activation to get hyped for the upcoming Paramount Pictures film Gladiator II, only in theatres everywhere on November 22. They’ll be transported to “The Pepsi COLAsseum” at Regal Times Square and be the first to experience the movie in 4DX.Disney Debuts Heartwarming Holiday Short in Collaboration with Director Taika Waititi
“The story manages to connect the feelings that you get around the holidays, and the joy, the goodwill and everything, with those same emotions and those same sensibilities you get from Disney films,” said Taika Waititi. “I think they go hand in hand and it’s the perfect match – and only Disney could have made something like this…with me.”American workforce burnout reaches tipping point
Heavy workloads (32%) followed by long work hours (27%) are top contributors to workplace stress. More severe implications of stress have slightly increased, including post-traumatic stress (12%, compared to 7% in 2023) and eating disorders (9%, compared to 6% in 2023).

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Can’t-Miss Earnings

In addition to these popular releases, earnings season is wrapping up and several must-read quarterly reports crossed the wire this week, including the results for Novavax, Sphere Entertainment, The Home Depot and Instacart.

Catch up on all the latest earnings reports here.

Helping Journalists Stay Up to Date on Industry News

These are just a few of the recent press releases that consumers and the media should know about. To be notified of releases relevant to their coverage area, journalists can set up a custom newsfeed with PR Newswire for Journalists.

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Yiren Digital Receives NYSE Notification Regarding Stock Price Requirement

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BEIJING, Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Yiren Digital Ltd. (NYSE: YRD) (“Yiren Digital” or the “Company”), a leading company specializing in financial technology and artificial intelligence innovation across multiple industries in China and global markets, today announced that it received a letter dated October 20, 2026, from the New York Stock Exchange (the “NYSE”) notifying the Company that it was not in compliance with the NYSE’s continued listing standard under Section 802.01C of the NYSE Listed Company Manual (the “Price Criteria”) for the average closing price of the Company’s American depositary shares (the “ADSs”) was below US$1.00 per ADS over a consecutive 30-trading-day period.

The Company has six months following receipt of the notification (the “Cure Period”) to regain compliance with the Price Criteria. The Company can regain compliance during the Cure Period if, on the last trading day of any calendar month during that period, its ADSs have both a closing price of at least US$1.00 per ADS and an average closing price of at least US$1.00 per ADS over the 30-trading-day period ending on that day. In the event that at the expiration of the Cure Period, both a $1.00 closing price and a $1.00 average closing price over the preceding 30 trading days are not attained, the NYSE will commence suspension and delisting procedures.

The notification does not immediately affect the Company’s business operations. The Company’s ADSs will continue to be listed and traded on the NYSE subject to compliance with other applicable continued listing standards. The Company will continue to monitor the trading price of its ADSs and consider available measures to regain compliance.

About Yiren Digital

Yiren Digital Ltd. is a leading company specializing in financial technology and artificial intelligence innovation across multiple industries in China and global markets. The Company leverages advanced artificial intelligence and emerging technologies to enhance customer experience, optimize capital efficiency, and expand financial inclusion. Following the regulatory filing of its in-house developed Large Language Model Zhiyu and the significant enhancement of its MagiCube Agent platform, Yiren Digital is establishing a new growth engine to accelerate its evolution into an AI-native, multi-industry operating platform extending beyond traditional financial services. For more information, please visit https://ir.yiren.com.

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How Schools Can Choose Interactive Donor Recognition That Lasts Beyond GivingTuesday

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Rocket Alumni Solutions outlines practical evaluation criteria for schools seeking to preserve donor stories and support year-round stewardship.

BOSTON, Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — With GivingTuesday and year-end giving approaching, Rocket Alumni Solutions is sharing practical considerations for schools choosing an interactive donor Hall of Fame or digital donor wall. The starting point is the story a school wants to tell: who contributed, what they made possible and how their generosity connects to the community.

A donor’s name can lead visitors to the history of a scholarship, a renovated performing arts space or a program that shaped generations of students. Interactive recognition gives schools room to preserve that context alongside photographs and other media, with collections that can grow as new contributions become part of the school’s history.

For advancement teams, the year-end planning question extends beyond how a display looks at launch. Schools also need to understand how people will find donor stories, who will keep them current and what the project will require over time.

Compare the experience, upkeep and full cost

Schools comparing donor recognition platforms can use six questions to structure demonstrations and written proposals:

Can visitors find the story? Test searches using a donor’s name and browse the collections a visitor would expect. Check whether each profile explains the contribution and its connection to the school.Who keeps recognition current? Ask a staff member to add a profile, correct a name and update a photograph during the demonstration. Confirm who handles content preparation, review and future updates.Can people use it comfortably? Review text readability, contrast, navigation and the physical reach of the campus display. Ask vendors to demonstrate accessibility features and provide documentation for the school’s review.What can each story include? Compare support for photographs, video and written narratives. Confirm any media limits and whether staff can add context without rebuilding the collection.Does it fit the wider school story? Evaluate how donor recognition can sit alongside alumni profiles, academic achievements, arts programs and athletic history while remaining easy to find.What does the written quote cover? Separate recurring software costs from hardware, installation and other services. Confirm content-upload assistance, support hours, renewal terms and responsibility for ongoing maintenance.

Plan for recognition throughout the year

A manageable first collection might focus on scholarship supporters or the people behind a campus project. Before publication, schools should verify names, secure permission for photographs and personal stories, and confirm each donor’s recognition preferences, including requests for anonymity.

Advancement, communications and athletics staff can agree on how stories will be organized and who will approve changes. A clear owner and an update schedule help the collection remain useful after a campaign ends or staff responsibilities change.

Recognition should also be evaluated on its own terms. Schools can review whether profiles are accurate, stories are easy to discover and visitors can use the experience.

Connect campus recognition with online discovery

Rocket Alumni Solutions’ History Showcase supports donor recognition alongside alumni stories, school achievements and historical collections. Recognition sites can be explored on the web as well as on a compatible campus touchscreen, and staff can maintain content through Rocket’s editor.

Schools can bring a sample donor story and their evaluation questions to a demonstration to discuss content preparation, display placement, support and project-specific pricing.

About Rocket Alumni Solutions

Rocket Alumni Solutions partners with more than 1,500 schools and organizations, including the PGA Tour, New York University, Arizona State University and Virginia Tech. The company helps communities celebrate achievements, preserve their history and recognize the people who shaped them.

Rocket Alumni Solutions’ touchscreen software maintains an 80 Net Promoter Score, reflecting exceptional ease of use and customer satisfaction. Its interactive touchscreen software helps schools create digital Halls of Fame, donor recognition walls, record boards and campus recognition displays that celebrate community achievements and preserve institutional history.

Rocket Alumni Solutions serves schools and organizations of all sizes. Every plan includes unlimited storage, pre-built templates, remote content management and plug-and-play setup. Schools receive ongoing support as their recognition collections grow.

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Media Advisory – Parliamentary Secretary Hanley to make a critical minerals announcement in Yukon

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WHITEHORSE, YK, Nov. 13, 2026 /CNW/ — Brendan Hanley, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Northern and Arctic Affairs, on behalf of the Honourable Tim Hodgson, Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, will make a critical minerals announcement at the 54th Annual Yukon Geoscience Forum and Trade Show in Whitehorse, hosted by the Yukon Chamber of Mines.

Date: Monday, November 16, 2026

Time: 8:30 a.m. MST

Location:
Kwanlin Dün Cultural Centre Longhouse
1171 Front Street
Whitehorse, Yukon Y1A 0G9

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