Weekly Recap: 15 Press Releases You Might Have Missed

A roundup of the most newsworthy press releases from PR Newswire this week, including The TIME100 Next List, McDonald's Chicken Big Mac, the return of Fat Bear Week and the Best Big City in the U.S.

NEW YORK, Oct. 4, 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.

1. TIME Reveals the 2024 TIME100 Next List of the Leaders Shaping the Future
   The 2024 TIME100 Next issue has three worldwide covers, each highlighting a member of the list: singer-songwriter Sabrina Carpenter, NBA player Jaylen Brown and Springboard To Opportunities CEO Aisha Nyandoro. More than half of the individuals on this year's list are women and while the list has no age requirements, the youngest person on the 2024 list is Summer McIntosh, age 18.
2. Georgia Power releases key estimated damage statistics from Hurricane Helene as restoration progress continues
   Georgia Power has determined Hurricane Helene was the most destructive hurricane in its history damaging infrastructure across the state. Initial damage estimates illustrating the extensive destruction of Hurricane Helene include 5,000+ power poles that must be repaired or replaced and 1,500+ trees on power lines that must be removed or addressed to restore power.
3. It's Official: McDonald's Highly Anticipated Chicken Big Mac® Drops at U.S. Restaurants this Month
   After making appearances on McDonald's menus around the world, U.S. fans are now getting their chance to experience this limited time offer starting Oct. 10, at participating locations while supplies last.
4. DIRECTV to Acquire EchoStar's Video Distribution Business, Including DISH TV and Sling TV
   The combination of DIRECTV and DISH will benefit U.S. video consumers by creating a more robust competitive force in a video industry dominated by streaming services owned by large tech companies and programmers. The transaction will provide consumers with compelling video options while separately improving EchoStar's financial profile.
5. Report: Port Workers Strike Could Cost Economy $540 Million Per Day
   "A port strike would paralyze US trade and raise prices at a time when consumers and businesses are starting to feel relief from inflation," said Erin McLaughlin, Senior Economist at The Conference Board. "There's no easy Plan B."
6. Fat Bear Week Celebrates 10th Anniversary
   Fat Bear Week highlights the remarkable transformation of brown bears at Brooks River in Katmai National Park Alaska as they prepare for hibernation. Season 2023's champion, Grazer, is now a new mom raising her first cub. If she retains her title, she will become the first mother bear to win the competition.
7. PepsiCo to Acquire Siete Foods for $1.2 Billion
   The acquisition will complement PepsiCo's portfolio with the addition of an authentic, Mexican-American brand, while also growing its better-for-you food offerings. Siete products will bring a rich, new aspect to the PepsiCo multicultural portfolio with delicious food that plays an important role in meal occasions and culinary experiences.
8. Chicago Named Best Big City in the U.S. by Readers of Condé Nast Traveler for Eighth Consecutive Year
   "This honor is a testament to the strength, warmth, and resilience of Chicagoans and the beauty and vibrancy of our neighborhoods. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a lifelong resident, there is always something to explore in Chicago," said Mayor Brandon Johnson.
9. ADP National Employment Report: Private Sector Employment Increased by 143,000 Jobs in September; Annual Pay was Up 4.7%
   "Stronger hiring didn't require stronger pay growth last month," said Nela Richardson, chief economist, ADP. "Typically, workers who change jobs see faster pay growth. But their premium over job-stayers shrank to 1.9 percent, matching a low we last saw in January."
10. Fortune Reveals the 2024 100 Most Powerful Women in Business
    Mary Barra, CEO of General Motors, tops the 27th annual MPW list, followed by CVS Health CEO Karen Lynch and Citigroup CEO Jane Fraser.
11. U.S. Postal Service to Continue Delivery of Millions of at Home COVID-19 Test Kits Nationwide
    In collaboration with the White House and the Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR), USPS will facilitate the distribution of these test kits through COVIDTests.gov, where people can order their kits at no cost.
12. Mars Continues Halloween Celebrations with the Return of the M&M'S® Rescue Squad Featuring the First-Ever M&M'S Rescue BOOths
    M&M'S Rescue Squad, in partnership with instant commerce company Gopuff, is on call to restock the candy bowls of consumers across the country who dipped into their candy stash too early or underestimated the number of trick-or-treaters to show up at their door.
13. U.S. News & World Report's New Guide on Key Swing States, Battleground Counties in the 2024 Presidential Election Offers One-Stop Shop for Voters
    U.S. News has profiled each of the seven swing states – North Carolina, Arizona, Pennsylvania, Nevada, Michigan, Wisconsin and Georgia – as well as 15 battleground counties, highlighting factors like demographics and voting trends that could play critical roles in the outcome of this year's race for the White House or the track of U.S. politics in years to come.
14. Johnnie Walker Blended Scotch Whisky and Squid Game Come Together for an Epic Collaboration Inviting Fans to 'Pick Your Player' in Anticipation for Season 2 Release on Netflix
    Johnnie Walker is unveiling a limited-edition bottle design of Black Label with numbers ranging from 001-456, the number of players featuring in the series. Available while supplies last, these randomized numbered bottles are not only the perfect gift for the holiday season, but a collectible treasure for both adult Squid Game and whisky enthusiasts alike.
15. Toyota To Invest $500 Million in Joby Aviation
    Toyota Motor Corporation and Joby Aviation, Inc. announced that Toyota will invest an additional $500 million to support the certification and commercial production of Joby's electric air taxi, with the aim of realizing the two companies' shared vision of air mobility.

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