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LUXEMBOURG, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ —

THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS IMPORTANT AND REQUIRES YOUR IMMEDIATE ATTENTION. NOT FOR RELEASE, PUBLICATION OR DISTRIBUTION IN WHOLE OR IN PART IN, INTO OR FROM ANY JURISDICTION WHERE TO DO SO WOULD CONSTITUTE A VIOLATION OF THE RELEVANT LAWS OR REGULATIONS OF THAT JURISDICTION.

Announcement of Effective Time in respect of each Existing Indenture pursuant to the Consent Solicitations relating to:

Dollar-denominated 4.125% senior secured notes due 2026
(ISIN: USG04586AQ97 (Regulation S) and US03969AAN00 (Rule 144A)
CUSIP: G04586AQ9 (Regulation S) and 03969AAN0 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing 2019 Dollar SSNs“)

Euro-denominated 2.125% senior secured notes due 2026
(ISIN: XS2036387525 (Regulation S) and XS2036388093 (Rule 144A)
Common Code: 203638752 (Regulation S) and 203638809 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing 2019 Euro SSNs“)

Euro-denominated 2.125% senior secured notes due 2026
(ISIN: XS2189356996 (Regulation S) and XS2189418267 (Rule 144A)
Common Code: 218935699 (Regulation S) and 218941826 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing 2020 SSNs“, and together with the Existing 2019 Dollar SSNs and the Existing 2019 Euro SSNs, the “Existing SSNs“)

Sterling-denominated 4.750% Senior Notes due 2027
(ISIN: XS1628848241 (Regulation S) and XS1628849645 (Rule 144A)
Common Code: 162884824 (Regulation S) and 162884964 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing 2017 SUNs“)

Dollar-denominated 5.250% Senior Notes due 2027
(ISIN: USG04586AR70 (Regulation S) and US03969AAP57 (Rule 144A)
CUSIP: G04586AR7 (Regulation S) and 03969AAP5 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing 2019 SUNs“)

Dollar-denominated 5.250% Senior Notes due 2027
(ISIN: USG04586AU00 (Regulation S) and US03969AAR14 (Rule 144A)
CUSIP: G04586AU0 (Regulation S) and 03969AAR1 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing 2020 SUNs” and together with the Existing 2017 SUNs and the Existing 2019 SUNs, the “Existing SUNs“)

of

Ardagh Holdings USA Inc.
a company incorporated in Delaware with its registered office located at The Corporation Trust Company, 1209 Orange Street, Wilmington, Delaware 19801, United States and registered with the Division of Corporations under number 4657855

and

Ardagh Packaging Finance plc
a public limited company with its registered office located at Ardagh House, South County Business Park, Leopardstown, Dublin 18 D18 PX68, Ireland and registered with the CRO under number 489258

Dollar-denominated 6.500% / 7.250% senior secured toggle notes due 2027
(ISIN: USL02238AH37 (Regulation S) and US00191AAD81 (Rule 144A)
CUSIP: L02238AH3 (Regulation S) and 00191AAD8 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing Dollar PIK Notes“)

Euro-denominated 5.000% / 5.750% senior secured toggle notes due 2027
(ISIN: XS2079032483 (Regulation S) and XS2079032640 (Rule 144A)
Common Code: 207903248 (Regulation S) and 207903264 (Rule 144A))
(the “Existing Euro PIK Notes” and together with the Existing Dollar PIK Notes, the “Existing PIK Notes” and together with the Existing SSNs and the Existing SUNs, the “Existing Notes“)

of

ARD Finance S.A.
a public limited liability company (société anonyme) with its registered office located at 56, rue Charles Martel, L-2134 Luxembourg, Luxembourg and registered with the R.C.S. Luxembourg under number B 160806

October 27
, 2025

Ardagh announces occurrence of Effective Time in respect of each Existing Indenture pursuant to the Consent Solicitations.

Further to the previous announcement on September 29, 2025 by Ardagh Holdings USA Inc., Ardagh Packaging Finance plc (together, the “Existing Co-Issuers“) and ARD Finance S.A. (the “Existing PIK Issuer” and together with the Existing Co-Issuers the “Issuers“, and together with their affiliates and subsidiaries, “Ardagh“) of their consent solicitations (collectively, the “Consent Solicitations“) to noteholders (the “Noteholders“) of their Existing Notes in connection with the recapitalization transaction (the “Transaction“) previously announced by Ardagh Group S.A. on July 28, 2025, the Issuers hereby announce the occurrence of the Effective Time in relation to each Existing Indenture.

As of the date hereof, the Issuers confirm that consents pursuant to the Consent Solicitations have been received from Noteholders representing not less than a majority in aggregate principal amount of the respective Existing Notes issued under each Existing Indenture. Accordingly, the SSN 50% Condition, the SUN 50% Condition and the PIK Notes 50% Condition have been satisfied.

Pursuant to the occurrence of the Effective Time, consents in respect of the Proposed Amendments and Additional Consents in relation to the Consent Solicitations can no longer be revoked, except as described in the Consent Solicitation Statement or as required by law. Any Withdrawal Notice provided on or after the time of this announcement will be rejected.

Pursuant to the occurrence of the Effective Time, the Existing Co-Issuers and the Existing PIK Issuer, as applicable, together with the Outgoing Agent and the Successor Agent, as applicable, will proceed to give effect to the SSN 50% Consents, the SUN 50% Consents and the PIK Notes 50% Proposed Amendments, respectively.

For more information regarding the Consent Solicitations and the Transaction, please see the consent solicitation statement dated as of September 29, 2025 and as supplemented on October 12, 2025 (the “Consent Solicitation Statement“) distributed by the Existing Co-Issuers and the Existing PIK Issuer and made available to Noteholders by the Information Agent.

Terms used but not otherwise defined in this announcement shall have the meaning assigned to them in the Consent Solicitation Statement. This announcement summarizes and highlights selected information contained in the Consent Solicitation Statement and related developments and does not contain all of the information that you should consider before making a determination with respect to the Consent Solicitations or the Transaction.

Additional Information

The Consent Solicitation Statement is available to all Eligible Holders through the Information Agent:

Kroll Issuer Services Limited

Address: The News Building, 3 London Bridge Street, 
London SE1 9SG, United Kingdom
Telephone: +44 207 704 089 09
Email: ard@is.kroll.com
Attention: Deal team

If you have any questions about the Consent Solicitations, you should contact Kroll Issuer Services Limited.

Houlihan Lokey UK Limited (“Houlihan Lokey“) acts as financial adviser to the Issuers. Kirkland & Ellis International LLP acts as legal advisor to the Issuers. Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP acts as legal advisor to certain consenting Noteholders. Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP acts as legal advisor to certain other consenting Noteholders.

About


Ardagh

Ardagh is a global supplier of sustainable, infinitely recyclable, metal and glass packaging for brand owners around the world. Ardagh operates 58 metal and glass production facilities in 16 countries, employing approximately 19,000 people with sales of approximately $9.1 billion.

Important notice

This release does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy any securities, nor will there be any sale of securities referred to in this announcement, in any jurisdiction, including the United States, in which such offer, solicitation or sale would be unlawful prior to registration or qualification under the securities laws of such jurisdiction. Securities may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration under the U.S. Securities Act, or an exemption from registration.

This release contains “forward-looking” information. The forward-looking information is based upon certain assumptions about future events or conditions and is intended to illustrate hypothetical results under those conditions. Actual events or conditions are unlikely to be consistent with and may materially differ from those assumed. Any views or opinions expressed in this release (including statements or forecasts) constitute the judgement of Ardagh as of the date of this material and are subject to change without notice. You are cautioned not to place undue reliance on any forward-looking information.

Any projections or forecasts in this release are illustrative only and have been based on the estimates and assumptions when Ardagh’s business plan was prepared. Such estimates and assumptions may or may not prove to be correct. These projections do not constitute a forecast or prediction of actual results and there can be no assurance that the projected results will actually be realized or achieved. Actual results may depend on future events which are not in Ardagh’s control and may be materially affected by unforeseen economic or other circumstances.

The Consent Solicitations are directed only to those Noteholders who are Eligible Holders.

Contacts:
Investors:
Email: investors@ardaghgroup.com 

Media: 
Pat Walsh, Murray Consultants
Tel.: +353 1 498 0300 / +353 87 2269345
Email: pwalsh@murraygroup.ie 

Conor McClafferty, FGS Global
Email: Conor.McClafferty@fgsglobal.com 

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37% of U.S. adults have borrowed to pay for funeral or end-of-life expenses — a steep rise from just 14% last year.

FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A growing number of American families are finding that grief comes with a price tag.

According to Debt.com’s annual Death and Debt survey, the share of Americans who took on debt after a loved one’s death has soared from 14% in 2024 to 37% in 2025. Credit cards remain the most common way to cover funeral and end-of-life expenses, underscoring the rising financial strain of saying goodbye.

“Funeral costs have become a new financial crisis,” says Howard Dvorkin, CPA and Chairman of Debt.com. “Families want to honor their loved ones, but too often, compassion outweighs affordability — and credit becomes the only way to say a final goodbye.”

The survey of 1,000 Americans found that among those who borrowed to cover funeral-related expenses:

• 59% used credit cards
• 38% relied on personal loans
• 22% turned to funeral-specific financing

The data highlights a troubling financial vulnerability among households as nearly 3 in 5 (57%) say they could not afford a loved one’s funeral costs today, without incurring debt.

The Financial Repercussions Are Significant and Long-Lasting

The debt doesn’t end when the service does. The emotional burden of loss is compounded by long-term financial stress. Over one-third (36%) of Americans said they would delay paying other essential bills such as rent, credit cards, or utilities, to cover funeral costs.

Following the service, 25% reported feeling anxious due to funeral-related debt, 19% struggle to keep up with payments, and 17% had already postponed other bills to manage this debt. The share of Americans taking on larger amounts of debt for funeral expenses continues to climb:

• Americans taking on less than $1,000: 6% in 2024, 13% in 2025
• Americans taking on $1,000 – $5,000: 6% in 2024, 17% in 2025
• Americans taking on more than $5,000: 2% in 2024, 7% in 2025

The survey also uncovered insights on how Americans are handling end-of-life finances. Half of all Americans have not discussed how their debt or funeral expenses will be handled, and while still higher than in 2023, the level of knowledge regarding what happens to someone’s debt after they die has decreased. In 2025, 55% of Americans reported knowing, a 6-point drop from 61% in 2024, but still 10 points higher than the 45% recorded in 2023.

A Generational Look at End-Of-Life Expenses

Generation X, the generation balancing both children and aging parents, is also carrying the most debt from loss. Gen X is most likely to have taken on debt after a loved one’s death, while baby boomers are the least likely. Gen X most often turned to credit cards to cover funeral expenses, Millennials leaned on personal loans more than other age groups, and Baby Boomers outpaced other generations using funeral loans.

For more insights and information visit

About Debt.com

Debt.com is a trusted source for consumers seeking help with credit card debt, student loans, tax debt, credit repair, and more. By connecting people with vetted financial professionals and educational tools, Debt.com empowers Americans to make smart money decisions and regain control of their finances.

Media Contact: Jill Randolph, JRandolph@mediamgmtgroup.com

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BEIJING, Oct. 27, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Envision Energy, a global leader in green technology, announced the full rollout of its Gen 8 Scalable Platform at its Tech Day in Beijing. Following the debut of the 8 MWh solution at Intersolar earlier this year, the company is now introducing the complete portfolio of modular configurations, designed to meet a wide spectrum of utility-scale renewable integration, high-performance, and decarbonization project requirements worldwide.

The Gen 8 Scalable Platform builds on the skid-based modular design of Generation 6, which provides unmatched on-site flexibility and minimizes balance-of-plant (BoP) work, while further advancing the energy density improvements introduced with Generation 7’s 5 MWh container through the adoption of the new 750+ Ah cell. By combining high energy density with a lighter, logistics-friendly 10-foot modular unit, GEN 8 delivers greater adaptability across diverse project sites without compromising efficiency in transport, installation, or operation. Its design supports 6 MWh, 8 MWh, 10 MWh, 12 MWh (and larger) configurations per unit, allowing customers to choose the optimal balance of footprint and duration to suit land availability, project economics, and performance requirements.

Modular Flexibility with Advanced Safety & High Performance

Envision’s 10-foot modular design delivers exceptional adaptability for projects of all sizes, supporting more than four-hour applications with ease. Each unit weighs under 29 tons, enabling smooth, road-ready transport even in regions with strict bridge or axle weight limits.

The lighter modular design offers customers greater flexibility. Clients can opt for lower-tonnage transport vehicles and cranes, improving equipment accessibility, reduces overall project costs, and minimizing land requirements for on-site turning radius and lifting operations. Alternatively, higher-tonnage cranes can be employed to install multiple energy storage units without relocating the crane, shortening overall project installation and ad commissioning time by up to 30%.

A prevention-first fire safety strategy provides multi-layer protection – from cell to system level – in compliance with the industry’s most stringent standards. It also achieves a 12% reduction in auxiliary power consumption. Optimized SoC algorithms and continuous dynamic balancing keep the system operating at maximum usable capacity, with precise estimation of the battery’s operational status.

Lower LCOE with Intelligent Optimization for Higher Returns

Each modular unit is built on a high-capacity platform with 750+ Ah cells, delivering greater energy density, a 26% smaller footprint for typical 4-hour systems, and  12% lower auxiliary power consumption, cutting overall project costs and extending service life. These efficiencies translate into stronger economics, including an estimated 1% IRR uplift for a 100 MW / 4-hour project compared with a 5 MWh baseline.

Built on Envision’s EnOS intelligent OT–IT ecosystem, the SCADA, EMS, and Hybrid PPC solutions deliver an integrated, end-to-end control architecture that enables complex real-time management, predictive maintenance, and revenue optimization. Cloud-enabled fleet management leverages machine learning to enhance performance and extend system lifetime, ensuring every project achieves maximum financial returns. Advanced analytics provide early detection of thermal and electrical anomalies to safeguard assets, while predictive maintenance and adaptive system learning reduce downtime and maintenance costs. Accurate SoC/SoE forecasting and optimized dispatch further maximize revenue and overall project profitability.

Advanced PCS with Environmental Durability

Envision Energy is unveiling its second 10 MVA configuration, featuring four parallel-coupled 2.5 MW PCS units. This modular PCS design enhances system availability and resilience, while delivering a lower noise profile than single larger-machine counterparts, a critical advantage in noise-sensitive environments. Engineered for the toughest conditions, the system operates reliably from -30°C to +55°C and meets IP55 and C5 anti-corrosion standards to withstand salt, humidity, and harsh outdoor environments. Low-noise technology (≤55 dB(A)) with optimized aerodynamics and control algorithms minimizes airflow resistance and fan noise, making it ideal for sound-sensitive sites.

“Gen 8 Scalable Platform reflect our continuous commitment to delivering storage systems that combine technical excellence with practical adaptability,” said Kevin Huang, Senior Vice President and President of Energy Storage Product Line at Envision Energy, “Rather than a single product, this series offers a complete family of solutions, giving our customers the flexibility to design projects that meet their specific needs while maintaining the highest levels of reliability and performance. By combining cutting-edge storage technology, scalable manufacturing, and deep system integration expertise, the Gen 8 Scalable Platform not only supports a cleaner, smarter, and more resilient energy future but also reinforces our dedication to accelerating the global transition to renewable energy.”

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SOURCE Envision Energy

GUANGZHOU, China, Oct. 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — At Phase 2 of the 138th Canton Fair, the Gardening Products and Weaving, Rattan & Iron Products sections are attracting strong interest for their focus on practical aesthetics, merging everyday functionality with artistry and sustainable design. Exhibitors are demonstrating how craftsmanship and green innovation can elevate the beauty and usability of modern living spaces.

A leading exhibitor in eco-friendly garden supplies has transformed nearly its entire booth into a display of new products, with 90% of the showcased items being first-time launches. Among the highlights is an innovative self-watering, root-protection flowerpot featuring a patented plant breathing system. This breakthrough design redefines conventional planting methods by enabling the flowerpot to absorb and regulate water automatically, preventing root rot and ensuring consistent hydration without manual intervention. Another centerpiece, the “unbreakable” Jun porcelain flowerpot, combines traditional ceramic artistry with modern polymer technology. By integrating recycled marine plastics into its composition, the design merges heritage craftsmanship with advanced material science, reflecting a broader industry shift toward sustainability and functional aesthetics.

Another exhibitor is turning agricultural by-products into valuable decorative items. Through circular design principles, discarded materials such as tea and mulberry branches are repurposed into high-end crafts, achieving full reuse of raw materials and significantly reducing agricultural waste. Among its featured products, the Tea Branch Art Frame Series and Color Wood Inlay Ornaments have attracted attention for their fusion of natural textures, Chinese design motifs, and Western decorative sensibilities—a combination increasingly favored by global buyers.

In the same section, a long-time Canton Fair participant is highlighting innovation in eco-conscious storage solutions. By combining traditional hand-weaving with modern aesthetics, the company introduces over 1,000 new designs each year using recyclable and certified materials. Its integration of natural fibers, textiles, and recycled plastics reflects a continued commitment to low-carbon manufacturing and sustainable living.

Through these innovations, the Canton Fair underscores its pivotal role in promoting eco-conscious design and practical beauty in everyday living. As global consumers embrace sustainable and artisanal products, exhibitors are redefining the intersection between functionality, craftsmanship, and environmental responsibility.

To register the 138th Canton Fair, please click https://buyer.cantonfair.org.cn/register/buyer/email?source_type=16.  

 

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SOURCE Canton Fair

MIAMI, Oct. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Picolinis Animal Rescue is on a heartfelt mission to change lives — one paw at a time. Dedicated to rescuing, rehabilitating, and rehoming dogs of all ages, the organization places a special emphasis on senior and special-needs dogs who are too often overlooked.

“Every dog deserves love, comfort, and a family to call their own,” said Sofia Valverde, Founder of Picolinis Animal Rescue. “Our mission is to make sure no dog is left behind, regardless of age, health, or circumstance. With the support of our community, we’re able to give them the second chance they deserve.”

This year, Picolinis Animal Rescue is proud to partner with Global Child: Travel & Purpose, ranked as one of the top travel shows in the world, to amplify its mission. Miami-born siblings Augusto Valverde (Founder & Host of Global Child) and Sofia Valverde are teaming up to shine a light on this vital cause, using their shared love for their hometown to inspire real impact.

Global Child surpassed 650 million impressions in the last year alone, generating over $17 million USD of verified media exposure across platforms such as ReachTV, Tubi, Pluto TV, and more. With major upcoming projects, including filming with Andrea Bocelli in Tuscany, the team is doubling down on using its global reach to make a positive impact at home.

“It’s always important to also give back where we live,” said Augusto. “Miami gave us our roots and our purpose. Supporting Sofia’s work with Picolinis is about giving back to our community and helping protect those who cannot protect themselves.”

A Movement of Compassion

Through compassionate care and community engagement, Picolinis provides medical support, fosters loving environments, and finds forever homes for dogs who have endured neglect or abandonment. By highlighting senior and special-needs dogs, the organization is raising awareness about the transformative power of adoption and inspiring people to open their hearts and homes.

Get Involved Today

Now, “Picolinis Angels” is calling on the Miami community — and beyond — to step up and become heroes for elder dogs. This heartfelt movement invites everyone to help provide the love, care, and dignity these animals deserve while fueling ongoing rescue efforts that change lives every single day.

Website: picolinisanimalrescue dot com
Instagram: picolinisanimalrescue

Visit their socials to stay up to date on upcoming events and discover more of Picolinis’ inspiring work in Miami and abroad.

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SOURCE Global Child

WUHU, China, Oct. 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — As carbon neutrality becomes a global consensus and intelligent transformation reshapes industries, the automotive value chain is undergoing a profound shift—from hardware-driven competition to ecosystem co-creation. At this historic juncture, the 2025 Chery International User Summit built an open global platform, becoming a focal point for the entire industry.

With its core theme “Co-Create • Co-Define,” the summit served not only as a showcase of Chery’s global achievements but also as a declaration of future mobility. Positioned as a pioneer in smart and green mobility, Chery is reshaping industry boundaries through user co-creation and shared value—offering systematic, sustainable solutions that unite people, vehicles, and nature.

Shared Green Vision: Turning Commitment into Global Action

In response to global climate and resource challenges, Chery Group integrates ESG into its core strategy and decision-making, setting an example of responsible growth. Chery has evolved from product export to cultural and lifestyle co-creation, building a sustainable global community.

During the summit, the upgraded Chery Global ESG Advisory Alliance was officially launched under the witness of international dignitaries, marking a new phase of global ESG collaboration for Chery.

Led by Mr. Ban Ki-moon, the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations and Chery Global ESG Honorary Advisor, the Alliance brings together leading figures from international sustainability organizations and industrial chain partners.

Their participation injects cutting-edge global insight and strong professional support into Chery’s ESG strategy—demonstrating the company’s determination to lead the industry in ESG standard-setting and to advance large-scale sustainable mobility worldwide.”

During the summit, Mr. Ban Ki-moon remarked:

“In today’s changing world, we need vital leadership from all sectors to help transcend the pressing challenges we are facing. Against this backdrop, I believe that Chery’s commercially successful ESG practices could offer a viable new path for the larger automotive industry to forge win-win victories for both business and societal value.”

Mr. Ban Ki-moon particularly emphasized:

“Chery’s concrete actions – such as establishing ‘Green Factories’, developing advanced new energy technologies, building a responsible supply chain, and supporting education – show how broad goals translate into tangible steps, demonstrating timely corporate citizenship. I firmly believe that this shared commitment, and dynamic convergence exemplifies the guiding spirt: ‘actions speak louder than words’.”

At the summit, Chery Group and UNICEF jointly announced a renewed three-year strategic partnership, with an additional USD 6 million commitment to create inclusive, healthy, and safe learning environments for children worldwide.

Meanwhile, Chery will further strengthen its partnership with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) through the global “Cherish the Nature” initiative, advancing Nature-based Solutions (NbS) as a cornerstone of its sustainable growth strategy- demonstrating how environmental protection can drive lasting economic and social value.

As the first Chinese automaker (with its first vehicle model) to receive the Sino-Europe Automotive Carbon Footprint Mutual Recognition Certificate, Chery’s ESG system—built on three pillars: low-carbon transformation and nature-positive action, value chain co-creation, and integrity-driven growth—is turning sustainability from corporate vision into measurable, industry-wide practices.

Technology as the Foundation: Innovation with a Human Touch

A solid technological foundation has always been the core strength of Chery Group’s sustainable growth. Amid industry transformation, Chery remains committed to its “Technology-Oriented” strategy—pioneering a path of innovation that is both eco-friendly and value-driven, empowering the global automotive sector toward a sustainable future.

During the summit, more than ten breakthrough technologies were unveiled, including the next-generation hybrid engine, humanoid robots, intelligent digital chassis, amphibious mobility systems, autonomous driving large models, and flying mobility platforms. The AiMOGA Robotics made its independent debut, astonishing audiences by autonomously performing tasks such as pouring juice and assisting as an award presenter—demonstrating its full potential as a reliable, human-centered intelligent companion.

These technological breakthroughs stem not only from years of engineering expertise but also from the synergistic power of Chery’s global R&D network. This open and forward-looking global innovation system continues to fuel “Technology Chery,” while serving as a driving force for the global automotive industry’s green and intelligent transformation. 

Co-Creation and Shared Value: When Users Become Product Designers

If technology is the backbone of Chery’s progress, then user co-creation is its soul.

At the summit, more than 3,000 representatives from Chery’s 17.72 million global users took part as true “product managers,” deeply engaging in defining the brand’s meaning and future direction. Throughout the venue, users from diverse countries exchanged stories about their journeys with Chery. They tested vehicles on professional tracks, shared feedback in design workshops, witnessed automation at Chery’s Smart Factory in Changshu, and even co-created at the world’s first LEPAS Global Boutique Store—all while echoing the OMODA&JAECOO spirit: “My car, my definition!”

“We are not here to listen to stories—we are here to write them,” said a dealer from Brazil at the User Festival. From design customization to user rights, from smart cabin UX to service processes—user feedback is now systematically gathered, refined, and applied to Chery’s product development and brand evolution. No matter who they are or where they come from, every user shares the same goal—to build better vehicles. Co-creation has thus become the new starting point of Chery’s innovation journey.

From Explorer to Leader: The Time for Evolution Is Now

The 2025 Chery International User Summit was not only a celebration of technology and ecosystem innovation but also a profound practice of co-creation, co-definition, and co-prosperity with users.

As Mr. Yin Tongyue, Chairman of Chery Automobile Co., Ltd. (9973.HK), noted, under the guidance of the “In somewhere, For somewhere, Be somewhere” globalization strategy, Chery Group hope to develop low-carbon and zero-carbon technologies by collaborating with more global partners. It seeks to fulfill its responsibility as a global corporate citizen through practical actions, forming a new global paradigm of shared technology, co-created value, and mutually beneficial growth, ultimately to do good to human beings.

From an automaker to a creator of intelligent mobility ecosystems, Chery is transforming its sustainability commitments into measurable and tangible practices—together with global users, at a pivotal moment for the industry.

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SOURCE Chery International

ODESSA, Texas, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Arnold & Itkin LLP has filed a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the family of Christopher Eric Wilke, who was killed in a tractor-trailer collision on State Highway 302 in Ector County. The suit names US Oilfield Services, LLC, Rickman Transport, Inc., and truck driver Lester Manuel Pena Feria as defendants.

According to the petition, on June 30, 2025, Mr. Wilke was driving westbound in a company vehicle when Mr. Feria, operating a tractor-trailer for the trucking defendants, attempted a left turn across the highway. The truck failed to yield the right of way, colliding with Mr. Wilke’s vehicle. The trucking accident caused fatal injuries to Mr. Wilke, leaving behind his wife, Jennifer, and their children Lauren, Josh, Sam, and Nick.

The lawsuit alleges that the collision was the result of negligence by Mr. Feria, including failure to yield, failure to maintain a safe speed and distance, failure to keep a proper lookout, and violations of traffic safety laws. The complaint also accuses the trucking companies of negligence in hiring, training, and supervising Mr. Feria, as well as failing to implement proper safety policies and procedures.

In addition to negligence, the petition asserts claims for gross negligence, alleging that the defendants acted with conscious disregard for the safety of others despite knowing the risks of their conduct. The Wilke family is seeking actual damages for pain and suffering, loss of companionship and consortium, lost wages, loss of inheritance, and funeral expenses. The suit also seeks exemplary damages under Texas law.

The Wilke family is represented by Texas truck accident attorneys Jason Itkin, Noah Wexler, Trevor Courtney, Daniel Cassee, and Foster Willie of Arnold & Itkin LLP, along with Michael P. Lyons and Michael S. Fechner, Jr. of Lyons & Simmons, LLP. The case has been filed in Ector County District Court, and the plaintiffs have requested a jury trial.

Comment from Jason Itkin, co-founder of Arnold & Itkin LLP:

“No trucker with sufficient training and experience would have behaved like the defendant acted. This is why the law strictly regulates the hiring and vetting process for new drivers, and why the law holds trucking companies responsible for the drivers they put out on the highway. No family should have to suffer like our clients have.”

About Arnold & Itkin LLP

Arnold & Itkin LLP is a nationally recognized truck accident trial law firm in Houston that represents workers and families in high-stakes oilfield and big rig injury cases, including tanker truck accidents, oil derrick explosions, and other catastrophic accidents. The oilfield accident firm has recovered over $20 billion in verdicts and settlements nationwide, including a $357.7 million settlement—the largest workplace accident settlement in Texas history. To learn more, visit them online at https://www.arnolditkin.com/.

Media contact
Aya Garfaoui
agarfaoui@ArnoldItkin.com

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WASHINGTON, Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The third season of the Peabody-nominated studio’s investigative series looks closely at some of the prescient health and wellness issues encountered by U.S. Latinas ages 40-59. 100 Latina Birthdays‘ in-depth reporting, based in Chicago and its surrounding suburbs, centers Latinas in their midlife years. Here’s a sampling of published episodes so far.

Episode 1: At Midlife, These Latinas Finally Started Asking for What Their Bodies Wanted

“I’ve been having women in their forties, fifties coming in and being like, ‘My kids are no longer my main responsibility. I got divorced, so I am looking at life in a very different like, perception of all the possibilities for me and this has always been with me, which I think has been interesting.’ There’s been other women that are more like, ‘Perhaps I never had the curiosity and now I want to explore.'” – Dr. Jessica Rivera, Clinical Therapist

Episode 2: After Decades of Accepting Taboos, These Latinas Get to Know Their Own Bodies

“It’s so important to make sure that someone feels really comfortable and confident when they enter that room, that they feel like they are getting undressed, they’re exposing an area that is very private to them. Obviously, that is a barrier in and of itself, just to be able to access that.” – Dr. Sophia Rodriguez, OBGYN

Episode 3: Dedicated Promotoras Spread “Chisme de Salud”

 

“We learn everything that pertains to health and take all of that into the community,” says Hilda Rodriguez, a promotora in Chicago’s western suburbs. She is the mother of four, among the 86,000 community health workers in the U.S., and part of the 1,200 in Chicago. Nearly a quarter of these frontline workers in Chicago are Latinas. Many of them between ages 40 and 60.

Episode 4: She Is Not Staying ‘Calladita’ about Intimate Partner Violence

 

“A lot of women are also learning that if they don’t want to have sex, and their partner still wants to, they’re learning ‘Oh, that’s sexual assault. I didn’t know that.’ Even with that, that’s domestic violence. You were forced, or you were pressured, and now they’re feeling guilty and shameful for not wanting to have sex.” – Celina Huerta, Clinical Psychotherapist

Listen to all three seasons anywhere you listen to podcasts. 100LatinaBirthdays.com

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100 Latina Birthdays is an original production of LWC Studios. It is made possible by grants from Healthy Communities Foundation, Kellogg Foundation, and the Chicago Foundation for Women, the Community Memorial Foundation, and Visiting Nurses Association. Mujeres Latinas en Acción is the series’ fiscal sponsor.

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Virginia Beach, Va., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Swift Solar, in collaboration with the US Department of Defense, (“DoD”, recently rebranded as the Department of War), successfully completed a first-of-a-kind demonstration of its US-manufactured perovskite tandem solar technology for the DoD’s Cyber Fortress exercise in Virginia Beach, VA in August. This marks one of the first operational deployments of perovskite solar technology in the United States and demonstrates the commercial readiness of Swift Solar’s technology.

Integrated with the Rapid Deployment Hybrid MicroGrid (“RDHM”), innovated by Resilient Energy & Infrastructure, Swift Solar’s perovskite tandem solar panels provided clean energy alongside two other power sources during a critical infrastructure cyber defense exercise. DoD leadership, Army operational energy specialists, and private sector partners like Amazon Web Services (AWS) were on hand to learn about and observe the DoD’s latest operational energy capabilities. The exercise demonstrated the potential for Swift Solar’s technology to support energy resilience for national defense operations.

Dr. Andre Slonopas – Cyber Fortress Lead with the US Army: “By strengthening operational energy resilience, US-made perovskite solar technology can directly address the growing power demands of the modern battlefield and enhance overall military readiness.”

Joel Jean – CEO of Swift Solar: “Partnering with the DoD at Cyber Fortress validates our US-made perovskite solar technology in real-world defense conditions and underscores Swift Solar’s potential as a key provider of ultra-efficient, next-generation solar solutions for the US government and beyond.”

Paul Maloney – CEO of Resilient Energy & Infrastructure: “For our mobile RDHMs, where space, weight, and agility are mission-critical factors for operational energy, we envision Swift Solar’s perovskite as vastly increasing the energy density we can deploy, while enhancing energy resilience for military operations.”

Swift Solar’s proprietary next-generation perovskite tandem technology outperforms legacy silicon solar technologies, generating up to 30% more power than today’s solar panels. The company’s technology is backed by exclusive IP from MIT, Stanford, and NREL, with over 40 patents and over $60M in funding from leading VCs, strategic investors, and government agencies including the US Army, Space Force and others.

Requiring fewer materials and lower costs, Swift Solar’s perovskite tandems support the energy resilience of national defense operations through:

• Improved power-to-weight ratios – reducing logistic burdens, payload requirements, and materials use
• Increased power density – boosting the power output per deployed area
• Enhanced radiation tolerance – improving solar solutions for space operations
• US technology development and manufacturing – ensuring a secure domestic supply chain and protection from foreign adversaries

Swift Solar is ready to scale its US manufacturing capabilities, with commercial production ramping up within 24 months. Alongside DoD interest in integrating Swift Solar’s technology within cyber, electromagnetic, and space-based energy missions, a broad range of industries are partnering with Swift Solar to explore perovskite tandem deployment across utility-scale electricity generation, satellite operations, telecommunications, and mobility.

About Swift Solar
Swift Solar is a US pioneer in perovskite tandem solar technology developing high-performance solar solutions. Learn more at swiftsolar.com.

About Resilient Energy & Infrastructure (REI)
REI design/builds transportable microgrids for natural catastrophe response as well as for Department of Defense energy-mix diversification efforts. www.resilientei.com

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CHARLESTON, S.C., Oct. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage is proud to announce its continued nationwide support of the Marine Corps Toys for Tots program — an iconic charitable initiative that delivers hope and holiday joy to millions of children each year.

This year, UNITS Moving and Portable Storage is once again demonstrating the power of local action with national impact. From coast to coast, UNITS Franchise Owners are partnering directly with their local Toys for Tots coordinators to provide critical logistical support, including the donation and placement of portable storage containers that safely and securely store collected toys throughout the campaign season.

“The Marines who coordinate each Toys for Tots chapter are often young men and women actively serving their country,” said Michael McAlhany, CEO of UNITS Moving and Portable Storage. “Many are assigned this responsibility for the first time, and organizing toy drives across multiple drop-off locations can be a huge logistical challenge. Our local franchise owners proudly step in to assist, helping them manage collection sites, transport, and secure storage with the same professionalism and care that define our business every day.”

While the national partnership is unified under the UNITS brand, the true spirit of this initiative is grassroots and community-driven. Each UNITS franchise owner, along with their staff and local businesses volunteer their time, equipment, and energy to ensure every community’s Toys for Tots efforts are a success.

“It’s humbling to see how many of our franchise owners have made this partnership a personal mission,” added Bryan Hoffman, Corporate Director of Marketing for UNITS. “They don’t do it for recognition. They do it because they care about the children and families in their communities. This is one of the clearest examples of what it means to live out the UNITS core values”

To honor this partnership, UNITS is also featuring the Toys for Tots logo on the #56 UNITS NASCAR Truck, driven by Timmy Hill, during today’s race at Martinsville Speedway — a symbolic reminder that every small act of generosity can make a big impact.

UNITS Moving and Portable Storage encourages everyone watching tonight’s race and beyond to join the cause by donating new, unwrapped toys at local collection points or online at www.toysfortots.org.

About UNITS Moving and Portable Storage
Founded in 2004, UNITS® Moving and Portable Storage provides high-quality, weather-resistant portable storage containers for personal and business use. With more than 75 locally owned and operated franchise locations across North America, UNITS offers flexible, reliable moving and storage solutions backed by friendly, hometown service.

To learn more about UNITS or find a local franchise near you, visit www.unitsstorage.com

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