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GM enhances loyalty program and unveils new GM Rewards™ Mastercard® from Barclays

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DETROIT and WILMINGTON, Del., May 20, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — General Motors is redesigning its GM Rewards™ loyalty program and announcing the launch of the GM Rewards™ Mastercard® from Barclays US Consumer Bank. The revamped loyalty program is simpler, and the new card provides customers more ways to earn and redeem GM Rewards points across GM brands for new vehicles, services, parts and accessories.

GM enhances loyalty program and unveils new GM Rewards™ Mastercard® from Barclays.

GM Rewards members can also earn and redeem GM Rewards points towards digital services like most OnStar plans and Super Cruise1, the hands-free driver assistance technology which can be used on about 750,000 miles of compatible roads across the U.S. and Canada.

“GM has led the U.S. automotive industry in loyalty for a decade2, and now we’re rewarding both our new and existing members with easier access to savings opportunities and new ways to engage with us,” said Ralph Darmo, VP of loyalty programs at GM. “Additionally, we’re creating exciting member-exclusive experiences that only GM can provide – such as trackside access at racing events and off-the-grid EV excursions. Cardmembers can use the new GM Rewards Mastercard to earn GM Rewards points from everyday purchases like food, shopping and travel. And you can redeem GM Rewards points towards your next vehicle, for accessories or features to upgrade your vehicle, and for services.”

In addition, customers of GM Financial will be able to redeem GM Rewards points towards an account balance. And now, GM Rewards points can be combined with GM’s Family First employee, dealer and supplier discount programs, for eligible customers.

Issued by Barclays, the new GM Rewards Mastercard further expands the Wilmington, Delaware-based bank’s portfolio of co-branded credit cards, which includes some of America’s best-known brands.

“We’re proud to partner with GM and Mastercard to deliver a credit card that puts real value in customers’ hands,” said Denny Nealon, CEO, Barclays US Consumer Bank. “With industry-leading rewards and flexible redemption options, the GM Rewards Mastercard makes every purchase more rewarding for GM customers across the U.S.”

Launching today, the new GM Rewards Mastercard combines the security and convenience of Mastercard’s network with the benefits of Mastercard World Elite. Cardmembers will also enjoy the following benefits:

30,000 bonus points after spending $1,000 within 90 days of account openingUp to 10x points on eligible GM purchases, consisting of 7x points for every $1 spent when you use your GM Rewards Mastercard, plus up to 3x points for being a GM Rewards member3x points on all other purchases with the GM Rewards Mastercard (such as fuel, groceries, restaurants and travel)Redeem points towards a new GM vehicle, GM Financial account balances, parts, accessories and eligible servicesUnlimited point earning potentialLow introductory APR for 9 months on qualifying GM purchases greater than $499 made within 30 days of account opening
(terms and conditions apply)

“Mastercard is thrilled to partner with GM and Barclays in offering exciting benefits tailored to cardmembers’ lifestyles,” said John Levitsky, Co-President, United States for Mastercard. “The GM Rewards Mastercard provides convenience and security through the power of our network, while unlocking valuable benefits that enhance the cardmember experience on and off the road.”

Existing cardmembers should continue to use their current cards through August 25, 2025. Current cardmembers will receive their new, replacement Barclays cards later this summer, along with activation instructions so they can begin using their new card on August 25.

Later this year, GM and Barclays will launch the GM BusinessTM Mastercard®, specifically for business customers, with a higher earn rate on GM purchases and expanded redemption options.

GM Rewards: Earn points with fewer restrictions

The free-to-join GM Rewards program offers up valuable points per dollar spent and allows redemptions across Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Cadillac and services. Key updates include:

3x points for every $1 spent on eligible GM purchases1 point per $5 spent on GM new and certified pre-owned vehiclesEarn and redeem for digital services like most OnStar plans and Super CruiseNo maximum point limits on redemptions or vehicle restrictionsAbility to gift or transfer points to other GM Rewards membersOpportunities to redeem points for exclusive GM events and experiencesPoints can now be combined with employee, dealer and supplier discounts*Points can be redeemed towards GM Financial loan or lease account balances*

*Terms, conditions and eligibility requirements apply

1Always pay attention while driving and when using Super Cruise. Do not use a handheld device. Requires active Super Cruise plan or trial. Terms apply. Visit gmc.com/connectivity-technology/super-cruise for compatible roads and full details.

2Source: S&P Global Mobility “Loyalty to Manufacturer Award,” February 2025

About General Motors

General Motors (NYSE:GM) is driving the future of transportation, leveraging advanced technology to build safer, smarter and lower emission cars, trucks and SUVs. GM’s Buick, Cadillac, Chevrolet and GMC brands offer a broad portfolio of innovative gasoline-powered vehicles and the industry’s widest range of EVs, as we move to an all-electric future. 

About Barclays US Consumer Bank

Barclays US Consumer Bank is a leading co-branded credit card issuer and financial services partner in the United States that creates highly customized programs to drive customer loyalty and engagement for some of the country’s most successful travel, entertainment, retail and affinity institutions. The bank offers co-branded, small business and private label credit cards, installment loans, online savings accounts and CDs. For more information, please visit BarclaysUS.com.

About Mastercard

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a resilient economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships, and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential. www.mastercard.com

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TIMEX DECLARES TODAY ANALOG LIFE DAY

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A National Invitation to Get Off the Clock and Into Life

An unexpected opening in your calendar? Don’t fill it. Live it.

SHELTON, Conn., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Timex, the Official Timekeeper of Analog Life, is declaring today, Friday, November 13, Analog Life Day, and giving everyone a reason to do something increasingly refreshing: spend time actually living it. 

In a world that never stops scrolling, refreshing or asking for more of our attention, Timex is inviting people to take some of it back.

Take the long lunch. Call the friend you keep meaning to see. Leave your headphones behind. Wander somewhere without a plan. Say yes to something spontaneous. Make a memory that doesn’t need to be posted to count.  No productivity hacks. No screen time challenge. No perfectly planned itinerary.  Just a reminder that the best moments in life rarely happen between notifications. 

For more than 170 years, Timex has helped people keep time. Today, we’re reminding everyone what it’s for.

No registration. No download. No algorithm.

Just one day. Your time. Your way.

Make Time Yours.

Civic PR for Timex – timex@civic-us.com

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BAE Systems selected as a mission-enabling space technologies partner for NASA PRIMA astrophysics program

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NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory mission to survey the history and evolution of the universe and bridge current scientific gaps

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — BAE Systems (LON: BA) announced today that its Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL)-led PRIMA (PRobe far-Infrared Mission for Astrophysics) team has been selected by NASA for the next phase of development in NASA’s new class of “Probe Explorers” astrophysics missions.   

BAE Systems will provide its Evolve+ spacecraft bus for the mission, lead the observatory assembly, integration and test process, and serve as the operations and ground lead for NASA’s JPL, the manager of the mission.   

“We are excited to continue our decades-long partnership with JPL through the PRIMA mission that will enable NASA to make significant discoveries on the history of the universe,” said Bonnie Patterson, vice president and general manager of civil space for BAE Systems. “The PRIMA mission will also help fill observation gaps with other NASA astrophysics missions, including the James Webb Space Telescope and other observatories, also supported by BAE Systems.”  

NASA’s PRIMA mission will use a highly sensitive, far-infrared space telescope that is designed to see parts of the universe that are hidden by dust. Using a 1.8-meter diameter telescope, it will observe the cosmos in far-infrared light, bridging the critical observation gap between the James Webb Space Telescope and ground-based radio observatories.

The mission will help scientists learn how stars, planets, galaxies and even water formed over time. It will reveal how these cosmic structures grow and change, providing a clearer picture of how our universe developed and evolved from its formation to the present.  

The PRIMA mission is currently advancing through Phase B development and is targeted for launch in 2033 for a five-year mission. Following a NASA confirmation review, the project will move toward full implementation.

BAE Systems will join numerous international space industry providers to support the PRIMA mission, including those from France, Italy, Canada, South Korea, Japan and the UK.

Through the PRIMA mission, BAE Systems continues its longstanding support of NASA’s astrophysics programs. This includes work on the Hubble Space Telescope, Chandra X-ray Observatory, James Webb Space Telescope and the Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope, among others.

For more information, please contact: 

Brian Rantala, BAE Systems 
Mobile: 720-995-8253 
brian.rantala@baesystems.us 

www.baesystems.com/en-us   
@BAESystemsInc  

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Why a Pocket Projector Could Be the Right Gift for Gamers and Sewists: Aurzen ZIP Pro

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IRVINE, Calif., Nov. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — The friend who hosts game night and the maker who dreads taping sewing patterns together might appreciate the same unexpected gift: a pocket projector. Aurzen ZIP Pro, a CES Innovation Awards 2027 Honoree, brings shared fun and sewing pattern projection together in one foldable projector.

Unlike a fixed TV, ZIP Pro is a gaming projector that moves with the gathering. Its larger shared image brings everyone into the adventure, whether you’re sharing maps during tabletop RPG sessions or cruising through neon-lit city streets in the upcoming AAA open-world titles. Direct USB-C support for Nintendo Switch makes it a convenient dock-free projector, letting friends play together instead of crowding around a handheld screen. Wired Game Mode offers 20–40ms response times for casual co-op and party games.

Beyond game nights, ZIP Pro brings the same flexibility to your sewing table. As a sewing projector, it lets you skip printing, taping and storing paper patterns, leaving more time for working with fabric. Native 1080p DLP and ToF autofocus help keep fine outlines clear, while adjustable support and four-point correction help align the image with your cutting surface. With less setup between an idea and the first cut, this compact sewing pattern projector helps you turn your ideas into a finished piece with greater confidence.

The ZIP Pro Basquiat Special Edition Bundle pairs the same hardware with artwork from the Basquiat estate. It includes the projector, two custom art shells, a custom GoPlay portable case and a mounting suite with MagPlay Pro and Z-Stand in a special-edition gift box. The interchangeable shells offer two different looks, making it a personal choice for Basquiat fans.

During the promotion from Nov.19-30, ZIP Pro is $579.99 (regularly $629.99); ZIP Pro Basquiat Special Edition Bundle is $649.99 (regularly $679.99). Buyers can choose a complimentary GoPlay Carry Bag or Z-Stand, limited to 50 gifts in total, first-come, first-served. A sitewide prize draw offers shoppers a chance to get their order for free.

About Aurzen

Aurzen is a global innovator in smart projection technology. By combining advanced optical engineering with intuitive software and user-focused design, Aurzen delivers products that bring big-screen experiences to any space. The company pioneered the world’s first Tri-Fold Truly Portable Projector, ZIP, and its designs have been recognized with multiple international awards, including the iF Design Award, Red Dot Award, G-Mark Award, and IDEA Award. For more information, visit www.aurzen.com.

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