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MEXICO CITY, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — FIBRA Prologis (BMV:FIBRAPL 14), a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico, today reported results for the second quarter 2025.

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE QUARTER:

• Record net effective rents on rollover were 68.0 percent.
• Period-end and average occupancy were 97.7 and 98.2 percent, respectively.
• Customer retention was 86.0 percent.
• Same store cash NOI was 0.1 percent.
• Published our annual Impact and Sustainability report.

Net earnings per CBFI was Ps. 1.8021 (US$0.0915) for the quarter compared with Ps. 0.7770 (US$0.0470) for the same period in 2024.

Funds from operations (FFO), as modified by FIBRA Prologis per CBFI, was Ps. 1.1634 (US$0.0585) for the quarter compared with Ps0.8112 (US$0.0485) for the same period in 2024.

SOLID OPERATING RESULTS 

“In the first half of the year, we delivered strong financial results and strong operational outperformance. Amid trade headwinds and evolving market dynamics, our strategic focus on resilient consumption-driven hubs and disciplined execution continues to drive sustainable growth and long-term value for our stakeholders,” said Héctor Ibarzábal, CEO of FIBRA Prologis.

FINANCIAL POSITION

As of June 30, 2025, FIBRA Prologis’ leverage was 22.8 percent and liquidity was approximately Ps. 21.5 billion (US$1.1 billion), which included Ps. 19.7 billion (US$1.0 billion) of available capacity on its unsecured credit facility and Ps. 1.8 billion (US$97 million) of unrestricted cash.

UPDATED GUIDANCE FOR 2025

WEBCAST & CONFERENCE CALL INFORMATION

FIBRA Prologis will host a live webcast/conference call to discuss quarterly results, current market conditions and future outlook. Here are the event details:                                                     

• Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 9 a.m. Mexico Time.
• Access the live webcast at www.fibraprologis.com, in the Investor Relations section, by clicking Events.
• Dial in: +1 888 596 4144 or +1 646 968 2525 and enter Passcode 4603995.

A telephonic replay will be available July 29 – August 5 at +1 800 770 2030 from the U. S. and Canada or at +1 647 362 9199 from all other countries using conference code 4603995. The replay will be posted in the Investor Relations section of the FIBRA Prologis website.

ABOUT FIBRA PROLOGIS

FIBRA Prologis is a leading owner and operator of Class-A industrial real estate in Mexico. As of June 30, 2025, the company’s portfolio comprised 507 Investment Properties, totaling 87.0 million square feet (8.1 million square meters). This includes 345 logistics and manufacturing facilities across 6 industrial core markets in Mexico, comprising 65.5 million square feet (6.1 million square meters) of Gross Leasing Area (GLA) and 162 buildings with 21.5 million square feet (1.9 million square meters) of non-strategic assets in other markets.

FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS

The statements in this release that are not historical facts are forward-looking statements. These forward-looking statements are based on current expectations, estimates and projections about the industry and markets in which FIBRA Prologis operates, management’s beliefs and assumptions made by management.  Such statements involve uncertainties that could significantly impact FIBRA Prologis financial results. Words such as “expects,” “anticipates,” “intends,” “plans,” “believes,” “seeks,” “estimates,” variations of such words and similar expressions are intended to identify such forward-looking statements, which generally are not historical in nature.  All statements that address operating performance, events or developments that we expect or anticipate will occur in the future — including statements relating to rent and occupancy growth, acquisition activity, development activity, disposition activity, general conditions in the geographic areas where we operate, expected distributions, and our debt and financial position, are forward-looking statements. These statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve certain risks, uncertainties and assumptions that are difficult to predict. Although we believe the expectations reflected in any forward-looking statements are based on reasonable assumptions, we can give no assurance that our expectations will be attained and therefore, actual outcomes and results may differ materially from what is expressed or forecasted in such forward-looking statements. Some of the factors that may affect outcomes and results include, but are not limited to: (i) national, international, regional and local economic climates, (ii) changes in financial markets, trade relations, interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates, (iii) increased or unanticipated competition for our properties, (iv) risks associated with acquisitions, dispositions and development of properties, (v) maintenance of real estate investment trust (“FIBRA”) status and tax structuring, (vi) availability of financing and capital, the levels of debt that we maintain and our credit ratings, (vii) risks related to our investments (viii) environmental uncertainties, including risks of natural disasters, (ix) risks related to global pandemics, and (x) those additional factors discussed in reports filed with the “Comisión Nacional Bancaria y de Valores” and  the Mexican Stock Exchange by FIBRA Prologis under the heading “Risk Factors.” FIBRA Prologis undertakes no duty to update any forward-looking statements appearing in this release.

Non-Solicitation – Any securities discussed herein or in the accompanying presentations, if any, have not been registered under the Securities Act of 1933 or the securities laws of any state and may not be offered or sold in the United States absent registration or an applicable exemption from the registration requirements under the Securities Act and any applicable state securities laws. Any such announcement does not constitute an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy the securities discussed herein or in the presentations, if and as applicable.

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HOUSTON, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Savion Equity, LLC, a subsidiary of Shell plc, and a fund managed by the Ares Infrastructure Opportunities strategy (Ares), today announced the formation of Tango Holdings, LLC (Tango), a joint venture that will manage 496 megawatts of Savion-developed solar projects in Ohio, Kentucky, Oklahoma, and Indiana. Savion is transferring majority ownership of five solar assets into this joint venture.

This transaction reflects Shell’s strategy to selectively develop renewable generation projects and reduce ownership as they mature, enabling the company to build scale efficiently, improve capital returns, and maintain cost discipline. Shell plans to continue developing other onshore renewable power generation assets through Savion’s development pipeline.

“The investment by Ares is a testament to Savion’s success building and operating assets that deliver renewable power to key energy markets in the USA,” Greg Joiner, Executive Vice President for Power at Shell, said.  “Launching Tango with a strategic investment partner like Ares will allow us to maximize value of our power generation portfolio as we continue to build a more focused, competitive and adaptive business.”

Tango is jointly owned by Ares (80%) and Savion (20%) with equity interests in the Martin County Solar Project, the Kiowa County Solar Project, and in three additional solar projects currently under construction. Savion will serve as the managing member with Shell Renewable Asset Management International overseeing asset management of the projects.  

This deal is structured to simultaneously sign and close, with an immediate effective date.

Notes to editors 

• This transaction represents 496 MW of Savion’s 3,049 MW solar and energy storage assets under construction, in operation, or under contract.
• Savion, founded in 2019, is a wholly owned subsidiary of Shell. Headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, Savion develops large-scale solar and energy storage projects across 28 states. 
• Shell Renewable Asset Management International is responsible for safely operating and maintaining Shell’s power generation assets by leveraging technical, commercial, and regulatory expertise.
• Ares Management Corporation is a leading global alternative investment manager with approximately $546 billion of assets under management, as of March 31, 2025. The Ares Infrastructure Opportunities team is a market leader in private infrastructure investing.

Cautionary Note

The companies in which Shell plc directly and indirectly owns investments are separate legal entities. In this press release “Shell”, “Shell Group” and “Group” are sometimes used for convenience to reference Shell plc and its subsidiaries in general. Likewise, the words “we”, “us” and “our” are also used to refer to Shell plc and its subsidiaries in general or to those who work for them. These terms are also used where no useful purpose is served by identifying the particular entity or entities. ”Subsidiaries”, “Shell subsidiaries” and “Shell companies” as used in this press release refer to entities over which Shell plc either directly or indirectly has control. The terms “joint venture”, “joint operations”, “joint arrangements”, and “associates” may also be used to refer to a commercial arrangement in which Shell has a direct or indirect ownership interest with one or more parties.  The term “Shell interest” is used for convenience to indicate the direct and/or indirect ownership interest held by Shell in an entity or unincorporated joint arrangement, after exclusion of all third-party interest.

Forward-Looking statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements (within the meaning of the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995) concerning the financial condition, results of operations and businesses of Shell. All statements other than statements of historical fact are, or may be deemed to be, forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are statements of future expectations that are based on management’s current expectations and assumptions and involve known and unknown risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance or events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these statements. Forward-looking statements include, among other things, statements concerning the potential exposure of Shell to market risks and statements expressing management’s expectations, beliefs, estimates, forecasts, projections and assumptions. These forward-looking statements are identified by their use of terms and phrases such as “aim”; “ambition”; ”anticipate”; “aspire”, “aspiration”, ”believe”; “commit”; “commitment”; ”could”; “desire”; ”estimate”; ”expect”; ”goals”; ”intend”; ”may”; “milestones”; ”objectives”; ”outlook”; ”plan”; ”probably”; ”project”; ”risks”; “schedule”; ”seek”; ”should”; ”target”; “vision”; ”will”; “would” and similar terms and phrases. There are a number of factors that could affect the future operations of Shell and could cause those results to differ materially from those expressed in the forward-looking statements included in this press release, including (without limitation): (a) price fluctuations in crude oil and natural gas; (b) changes in demand for Shell’s products; (c) currency fluctuations; (d) drilling and production results; (e) reserves estimates; (f) loss of market share and industry competition; (g) environmental and physical risks, including climate change; (h) risks associated with the identification of suitable potential acquisition properties and targets, and successful negotiation and completion of such transactions; (i) the risk of doing business in developing countries and countries subject to international sanctions; (j) legislative, judicial, fiscal and regulatory developments including tariffs and regulatory measures addressing climate change; (k) economic and financial market conditions in various countries and regions; (l) political risks, including the risks of expropriation and renegotiation of the terms of contracts with governmental entities, delays or advancements in the approval of projects and delays in the reimbursement for shared costs; (m) risks associated with the impact of pandemics, regional conflicts, such as the Russia-Ukraine war and the conflict in the Middle East, and a significant cyber security, data privacy or IT incident; (n) the pace of the energy transition; and (o) changes in trading conditions. No assurance is provided that future dividend payments will match or exceed previous dividend payments. All forward-looking statements contained in this press release are expressly qualified in their entirety by the cautionary statements contained or referred to in this section. Readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Additional risk factors that may affect future results are contained in Shell plc’s Form 20-F and amendment thereto for the year ended December 31, 2024 (available at www.shell.com/investors/news-and-filings/sec-filings.html and www.sec.gov). These risk factors also expressly qualify all forward-looking statements contained in this press release and should be considered by the reader.  Each forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date of this press release, July 28, 2025. Neither Shell plc nor any of its subsidiaries undertake any obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statement as a result of new information, future events or other information. In light of these risks, results could differ materially from those stated, implied or inferred from the forward-looking statements contained in this press release.

Shell’s net carbon intensity

Also, in this press release we may refer to Shell’s “net carbon intensity” (NCI), which includes Shell’s carbon emissions from the production of our energy products, our suppliers’ carbon emissions in supplying energy for that production and our customers’ carbon emissions associated with their use of the energy products we sell. Shell’s NCI also includes the emissions associated with the production and use of energy products produced by others which Shell purchases for resale. Shell only controls its own emissions. The use of the terms Shell’s “net carbon intensity” or NCI is for convenience only and not intended to suggest these emissions are those of Shell plc or its subsidiaries.

Shell’s net-zero emissions target

Shell’s operating plan and outlook are forecasted for a three-year period and ten-year period, respectively, and are updated every year. They reflect the current economic environment and what we can reasonably expect to see over the next three and ten years. Accordingly, the outlook reflects our Scope 1, Scope 2 and NCI targets over the next ten years. However, Shell’s operating plan and outlook cannot reflect our 2050 net-zero emissions target, as this target is outside our planning period. Such future operating plans and outlooks could include changes to our portfolio, efficiency improvements and the use of carbon capture and storage and carbon credits. In the future, as society moves towards net-zero emissions, we expect Shell’s operating plans and outlooks to reflect this movement. However, if society is not net zero in 2050, as of today, there would be significant risk that Shell may not meet this target.

Forward-Looking non-GAAP measures

This press release may contain certain forward-looking non-GAAP measures such as adjusted earnings and divestments. We are unable to provide a reconciliation of these forward-looking non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP financial measures because certain information needed to reconcile those non-GAAP measures to the most comparable GAAP financial measures is dependent on future events some of which are outside the control of Shell, such as oil and gas prices, interest rates and exchange rates. Moreover, estimating such GAAP measures with the required precision necessary to provide a meaningful reconciliation is extremely difficult and could not be accomplished without unreasonable effort. Non-GAAP measures in respect of future periods which cannot be reconciled to the most comparable GAAP financial measure are calculated in a manner which is consistent with the accounting policies applied in Shell plc’s consolidated financial statements.

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We may have used certain terms, such as resources, in this press release that the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) strictly prohibits us from including in our filings with the SEC.  Investors are urged to consider closely the disclosure in our Form 20-F, and any amendment therto, File No 1-32575, available on the SEC website www.sec.gov.

 

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Co-produced by Live Nation Urban, ONE Musicfest Features Additional Appearances by Clipse, Jazmine Sullivan, Kehlani, Leon Thomas, Ari Lennox, Busta Rhymes, Wale, Carl Thomas, Chief Keef, Greg Street & Friends with Plies, Trick Daddy, Project Pat, Rich Kidz, Trinidad James, Havoc of Mobb Deep, Jagged Edge, Marvin Sapp, Mike Clark Jr., Organized Noize, Tweet, Lloyd, Pleasure P, Ray J, Sammie, Bankroll Ni, Bobby V, Boosie, Cupid, DJ Smooth, Rasheeda, KenTheMan, Flippa T, FLO, Tonio Armani, Ray Vaughn, Yakiyn, and Odeal

ATLANTA, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The South’s most significant cultural moment is set. ONE Musicfest (OMF), presented by P&G, the largest Black-owned, open-air, multi-stage festival in the nation, returns to Atlanta’s Piedmont Park (1071 Piedmont Avenue, Atlanta, GA) with one of its most powerful lineup yet paying tribute to the city’s musical legacy, cultural influence, and creative spirit. Celebrating its 16th annual festival, OMF continues its reign as a global celebration of Black excellence, artistry, and unity. Co-produced by Live Nation Urban, ONE Musicfest will take place over two days on Saturday, October 25, and Sunday, October 26.

Please find the ONE Musicfest ticketing information, and full lineup on our website.

This year’s festival promises once-in-a-lifetime performances including historic Atlanta-centric moments reflecting the heart of the culture:

HEADLINERS & ICONIC CELEBRATIONS

• Future — Atlanta’s own takes center stage for a rare, hometown headlining performance.
• Dungeon Family Reunion Honoring Rico Wade — The Dungeon Family reshaped Southern hip hop and helped position Atlanta as a global music capital through their innovative sound and collective creativity. As a founding member of Organized Noize, Rico Wade—alongside Ray Murray and Sleepy Brown—helped craft the South’s most iconic records and launched the careers of Outkast, Goodie Mob, and Future.
• The Roots with Mary J. Blige — The legendary Roots Crew return to OMF after a decade, joined by Mary J. Blige, the Queen of Hip Hop Soul for her OMF debut.
• Ludacris & Friends — Marking 25 years of Ludacris’ debut album, the ATL icon headlines with a celebratory set full of special guests and surprise performances.
• Doechii — The breakout star of the year, boasting a BET “Best New Artist” Award, a Grammy® nomination, and a No. 1 urban radio hit, makes her OMF debut.

THE FULL LINEUP

In alphabetical order:

803 Fresh, Ari Lennox, Bankroll Ni, Bobby V, Boosie, Busta Rhymes, Carl Thomas, Case, Chief Keef, Clipse, Cupid, DJ Smooth, Flippa T, FLO, Greg Street & Friends (Plies, Project Pat, Rich Kidz, Trinidad James, Trick Daddy), Havoc of Mobb Deep, Jagged Edge, Jazmine Sullivan, KenTheMan, Kehlani, Leon Thomas, Lloyd, Marvin Sapp, Mike Clark Jr., Odeal, Organized Noize, Pleasure P, Rasheeda, Ray J, Ray Vaughn, Sammie, Tonio Armani, Trick Daddy, Trinidad James, Tweet, Wale, Yakiyn

“Atlanta is our home, and this year we’re celebrating it in the biggest way possible — with Future, Ludacris, and a historic Dungeon Family Reunion honoring the life and legacy of Rico Wade, a true giant in hip hop,” said Jason “J.” Carter, Founder of ONE Musicfest. “ONE Musicfest has always been about uniting legends, elevating new voices, and creating unforgettable cultural moments. While we’re paying tribute to Atlanta’s legacy, this year’s lineup reflects the richness and diversity of Black music and culture from across the globe.”

As an alumnus of Ebony Magazine’s Power 100, OMF has a significant annual economic impact of more than $61 million. The festival employs over 5,000 people annually, comprising event staff, production crews, security personnel, hospitality staff, vendors, and artists. OMF powers Atlanta’s creative economy, supports Black-owned businesses, and fosters partnerships that last beyond festival weekend. It’s more than a festival — it’s a cultural engine for Atlanta and the global community.

This year’s festival will host Toyota, Hennessy, Teremana and more top tier brands.

ABOUT ONE MUSICFEST

ONE Musicfest (OMF) is the nation’s largest Black-owned, open-air, multi-stage music festival, attracting over 100,000 diverse music lovers from all over the country. Founded by veteran event producer, Jason “J” Carter in Atlanta, OMF celebrates Black music and culture with iconic performances that have included Future, SZA, Kendrick Lamar, Earth, Wind, & Fire, Pharrell, The Dungeon Family, Usher, Ms. Lauryn Hill, Doechii, A$AP Rocky, Ludacris, The Roots, Jill Scott, and many more. Generating over $61 million in annual economic impact, the festival supports hundreds of local businesses, with more than half of them being Black-owned, and employs more than 5,000 people each year. OMF expanded with the launch of TwoGether Land Festival in Dallas, Texas, extending its mission to unify and uplift Black communities through music, community building, and shared experience. 

Learn more at www.onemusicfest.com.

Creative assets here.

ABOUT LIVE NATION URBAN

Live Nation Urban (LNU) remains North America’s preeminent producer of concert experiences, festivals, and platforms headlined, curated, and owned by black talent. Operating in partnership with Live Nation Entertainment, the world’s leading live entertainment company, the company sets the tone for culture with over a dozen sought-after festival brands such as The Roots Picnic, Broccoli City, Exodus Music & Arts Festival, ONE Musicfest, Strength of a Woman, and more.

Beyond their captivating live events, Live Nation Urban has established themselves as key social architects in black culture with their innovative initiatives that include Juneteenth: A Global Celebration (broadcast on CNN), Kerry Washington’s THICKER THAN WATER book tour, and a special Hip-Hop 50 event at the home of Vice President Kamala Harris in addition to tours by artists such as Ari Lennox, Babyface, Kirk Franklin, Lil Wayne, Davido, Charlie Wilson, Jeezy, Jagged Edge, LL Cool J, Jill Scott, Coco Jones, Jodeci, RuPaul, and Raphael Saadiq. The LNU-produced “A Grammy Salute to 50 Years of Hip-Hop” special garnered a nomination at the NAACP Image Awards for “Outstanding Variety Show.” Live Nation Urban continues to grow across hip-hop, R&B, soul, and gospel as the most trusted purveyor of live urban music. Learn more about Live Nation Urban at https://livenationurban.com/.

Socials:
Twitter: @onemusicfest #onemusicfest #OMF2025
Instagram: @onemusicfest #ONEMusicfest
Facebook: Facebook.com/ONEMusicfest
Website: onemusicfest.com

For more information, contact:
ONE Musicfest
Tresa Sanders: tresa@tre-media.net
Daylan Cole: daylan@tre-media.net 

Live Nation Urban
Carleen Donovan: carleen@theoriel.co
Drew Ingall: drew@theoriel.co

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VOLO, Ill., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Volo Museum, world renowned for its collection of famous and one of a kind vehicles, is unlocking its vault to offer collectors a rare opportunity: a once in a lifetime chance to own the only known real Barbie car in the hands of the public.

This official Barbie Pink Convertible, a custom Cadillac built by Disney and used at Walt Disney World in Orlando from 1990 to 1998, is going to auction with no reserve, alongside dozens of other iconic, unusual, and downright bizarre museum pieces. The seven day online auction begins August 1 and ends August 7, and anyone with an eBay account can bid.

Originally painted white and featured in parades as Cruella de Vil’s DeVille, the Cadillac was later repainted in Barbie’s signature pink and became the ride of the world’s most iconic doll. It also saw use by Miss Piggy during its time at Disney.

What makes this Barbie car truly special is its provenance. It is not a fan build, but a documented Disney show vehicle, complete with Disney registration showing a VIN in Walt Disney’s name, as well as internal documentation and email correspondence outlining how it was used in park productions. This makes it both a Barbie collectible and a Disney collectible, a rare cross category gem for serious fans and collectors.

“This is the only one of its kind available to the public,” said Brian Grams, director of the Volo Museum. “You will never find another Barbie car like this with official Disney registration and documented park history.”

The Barbie Cadillac is just the crown jewel of a truly eclectic lineup that includes:

• A 14 foot tall 8 passenger running and driving hot rod shopping cart
• A street legal larger than life Radio Flyer Red Wagon
• Britney Spears’ personal Mercedes Convertible, once deemed the most dangerous car in Los Angeles
• A 45 foot tall 12 passenger Ferris wheel from the 1940s
• Dozens of rare antique kiddie rides and Americana themed showpieces

“These items have delighted hundreds of thousands of guests,” said Grams. “But we are always evolving. Letting these go makes room for new treasures and gives others the chance to enjoy and preserve them.”

All items will be sold at no reserve, meaning they will go to the highest bidder regardless of price. Preview the full auction catalog, with new items being added daily, at volocars.com.

Media Contact:
Brian Grams
Director, Volo Museum

Phone: 305-781-0606
Email: brian@volocars.com
Website: https://www.volocars.com

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FREDERICK, Md., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — On Thursday, July 24, 72 students experiencing homelessness were recognized for completion of the New Horizons Academy at Governor Thomas Johnson High School (GTJHS). The program is run by the Student Homelessness Initiative Partnership (SHIP) of Frederick County in partnership with Frederick County Public Schools.

“I am so proud of these students and their dedication to reaching graduation. Every year I am inspired by the number of teenagers living in such difficult circumstances who choose to spend their summer in school with us. Every young person who completed this year’s summer program is walking away one credit closer to completing high school, a few life skills closer to achieving financial independence, and $4,000 closer to a college education. To see a 100% successful completion rate for more than 70 students is a true testament to the value of this partnership between SHIP and Frederick County Public Schools.” – Melissa Muntz, Executive Director, SHIP of Frederick County.

The New Horizons Academy is a five-week program that provides an opportunity for youth experiencing housing instability to receive academic and life skills instruction. Students receive credit for courses required to graduate and are awarded a $600 stipend for completing the program, eliminating the need to choose between working and attending summer school. All students graduating from the program also receive a $4,000 scholarship to Hood College. This scholarship is granted to them each year they attend the New Horizons Summer Academy. The program is open to all students experiencing homelessness attending Frederick County Public High School in the fall of 2025.  

According to the US Department of Education, there are over 1.5 million public school students nationwide who experience homelessness each year. As of July 2025, there were over 1,000 youth experiencing homelessness enrolled in Frederick County Public Schools. SHIP works to improve the lives of Frederick County’s most vulnerable youth who are experiencing homelessness, helping them to achieve stability before entering adulthood. Those who do not graduate from high school are 3.5 times more likely to experience homelessness as adults. Providing students with the tools and resources needed to reach high school graduation is key to ending adult homelessness in the Frederick community. 

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RADNOR,Pa., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Pardee Resources Company (OTC: PDER) (the “Company”) reports that its subsidiary, Pardee Renewable Energy LLC, recently agreed to invest $15.2 million in a 90% equity interest in four renewable energy partnerships that intend to install new solar photovoltaic systems (solar PV systems) with a total capacity of 4.6 MW on the rooftops of nine public schools located in Roanoke, Virginia. The investment will be financed, in part, with commercial bank loans at the partnership level, in the amount of $8.3 million, and qualifies for federal investment tax credits which will be utilized by the Company. The solar PV systems are scheduled to be installed and placed in service during Q4 2025. “Pardee is excited to partner with Secure Solar Futures, a Virginia based solar developer, on this renewable energy investment and looks forward to adding these solar PV systems to our Alternative Energy Division’s portfolio” said Carleton P. Erdman, President and Chief Executive Officer.

In addition to historical statements, this press release contains statements relating to future events and our future results. These statements are “forward-looking” statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. While these forward-looking statements represent our judgments and future expectations concerning our business, a number of risks, uncertainties and other important factors could cause actual developments and results to differ materially from our expectations. These factors include, but are not limited to, difficult economic conditions and other risks and uncertainties. As a result, these forward-looking statements may turn out to be incorrect. We are under no obligation to (and expressly disclaim any obligation to) update or alter these forward-looking statements whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.

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• Nation’s first national sports card shop franchise calls on attendees of 2025 National Sports Card Convention to support its “Replay Gives Back” campaign
• Donations to support local Chicagoland youth charitable organizations
• Attendees can also experience live sports card breaks at the Replay booth

CHARLOTTE, N.C., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Replay Sports Cards (“Replay”) – America’s first national franchise dedicated exclusively to the hobby – is going all-out at the 2025 National Sports Card Convention (July 30-Aug. 3) at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center in Rosemont, Ill., to spread the joy of collecting.

Supporting Chicagoland Youth

Throughout the convention, attendees can visit the Collectors Lounge to support the company’s bold goal: collecting 1 million sports cards to donate to over 40,000 children, ensuring the magic of card collecting reaches those who may otherwise be left out. Replay will donate all cards collected to local youth-focused organizations, such as Boys & Girls Club of Chicago and Noah’s Arc Foundation, among others.

“The excitement of opening a pack of cards is timeless, and Replay Gives Back is our way of sharing that joy with kids who’ve never had the chance,” said Brent Schepel, co-founder of Replay. “It’s about inclusion, generosity, and building the future of the hobby, one card – and one child – at a time. We built Replay Sports Cards to be a place where collectors feel like family. At The National Sports Card Convention, we’re excited to welcome everyone – from diehard collectors to curious first-timers – and leverage the opportunity with this incredible audience to help us do something meaningful.”

Spreading Joy Through Cards

Founded with a mission to cultivate community and inclusion in the hobby, Replay’s leadership sees the Gives Back initiative as more than a charity drive.

“Sparking that sense of wonder in a kid opening their first pack – there’s nothing like it,” said Mike Martin, co-founder of Replay. “We’re passionate about growing the hobby and making it more accessible. Too many children are priced out of collecting today, and we want to change that.”

Since launching the program in November 2024, Replay Sports Cards has taken in more than 1.5 million donated trading cards. The sports cards franchise sorts and packages all donations into 25-card packs, including 1-2 chase cards – making each pack brimming with the excitement that makes collecting sports cards so special. These card packs are then delivered to children nationwide through local and national community partnerships.

Replay encourages all attendees, collectors, and industry partners to support the campaign by bringing extra or unwanted cards to the National and helping spread the word. The Replay Gives Back card packs include everything from legendary brands like Upper Deck, Leaf, Topps and Panini to Pokémon.

Donations are also accepted year-round at any Replay Sports Cards shop or by mail.

The Replay Experience

In addition to helping reach the goal of donating 1 million cards to kids across the Chicagoland area, visitors will also get to experience live sports card breaks.

“We’re seeing a tidal wave of new interest in sports cards, and we built Replay to meet that wave with the infrastructure and innovation today’s collectors expect,” said Mike Weinberger, co-founder and president of franchising for Replay. “But none of it matters if we don’t bring new generations into the hobby. At its core, Replay Gives Back is about expanding access – so that no kid has to just watch from the sidelines. This moment at The National is a chance for the whole industry to come together and make a bigger impact.”

For more information about Replay Gives Back, visit replaysportscards.com/replay-gives-back. For those interested in making their mark in the growing trading card community, visit replaysportscards.com/franchise for more information.

ABOUT REPLAY SPORTS CARDS
Replay Sports Cards is the first-ever sports card shop franchise, offering a full-service experience that includes buying, selling, trading and grading. With three shops across the Southeastern U.S. and a strong presence at major card shows nationwide, Replay delivers an approachable, trustworthy environment for collectors of all ages and experience levels. The franchise is designed to make card collecting accessible, exciting, and meaningful, blending modern retail with a deep love for the hobby. Originally founded as One Stop Sports, Replay Sports Cards combines deep industry knowledge with a community-first mindset, both in-shop and through weekly livestreams on Whatnot (@ReplaySportsCards) and TikTok, (@ReplaySportsCards). To learn more, visit replaysportscards.com/.

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Celebrated voices Christian Martinoli and Luis García bring their signature style to U.S. Hispanic sports fans—now on demand

DALLAS, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — reVolver Podcasts, the leading multicultural audio network in the U.S., proudly announces the launch of Los Protagonistas, an exclusive podcast collaboration with TV Azteca. Featuring the electrifying commentary of Christian Martinoli and Luis García Póstigo, this dynamic show delivers passionate debate, expert analysis, and the most compelling moments from Mexico’s liguilla to sports fans across the United States.

With decades of combined experience, Martinoli and García have become household names for their unmatched chemistry, sharp insights, and humor that resonates with audiences. Now, for the first time, fans can enjoy their unfiltered takes and unique storytelling anytime, anywhere—whether reliving the drama of the playoffs or exploring behind-the-scenes stories from the world of fútbol.

With Los Protagonistas, reVolver Podcasts and TV Azteca are responding to the growing demand for high-quality sports content tailored to U.S. Hispanic audiences. The podcast offers listeners an authentic connection to the passion, drama, and culture of fútbol, blending humor, debate, and insider perspectives in every episode. Whether fans are following their favorite teams in Mexico or keeping up with regional rivalries, this podcast is the go-to destination for staying engaged with the sport they love.

“Los Protagonistas is more than a show; it’s where passion for the game meets personality. It’s a front-row seat to the voices that have defined how millions experience the beautiful game,” said Jack Hobbs, President of reVolver Podcasts. “We are thrilled to bring this iconic pairing to our listeners and deepen our commitment to serving the U.S. Hispanic sports community.”

About reVolver Podcasts
reVolver Podcasts is the leading multicultural, audio-on-demand content creator and distributor in the U.S. Home to Erazno y La Chokolata, El Show de Piolín, The Shoboy Show, Panda Show – Picante, and Don Cheto Al Aire, plus more than 70 additional programs spanning sports, music, finance, entertainment, lifestyle, health and wellness, inspiration, news, branded content, and live events, distributed across Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Deezer, Pandora, iHeartRadio app, Amazon Music, also available in the reVolver Podcasts App on Roku streaming devices and at reVolverPodcasts.com. For more information about the company, visit www.revolverpodcasts.com.

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New findings at ADLM 2025 could remedy this

CHICAGO, July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — According to research presented today at ADLM 2025 (formerly the AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo), standard drug screening misses low concentrations of targeted substances in around 5% of urine samples taken from patients under age 18, suggesting that children with drugs in their systems are sometimes released from healthcare settings into unsafe home environments. The study highlights an adjustment that clinical labs can make to improve the accuracy of results and to help ensure that substance-exposed children and their families get appropriate support.

Researchers have long known that standard urine drug screening (UDS) — which is typically done using a technique known as immunoassay — can sometimes trigger false positives, or erroneous results that indicate the presence of a drug when there isn’t one. It’s the reason a second confirmatory test with mass spectrometry is typically used to verify results for patients who test positive on immunoassay.

However, the opposite issue, where UDS indicates an absence of drugs in patients who have actually taken them (false negatives), has not been well studied. This mistake is more likely to occur in samples taken from infants and young children whose kidneys are still developing or who have incidental exposure to a low level of drugs, resulting in a low drug concentration in their urine that may not reach the cutoff used in standard UDS. One approach for minimizing this possibility is to use mass spectrometry on all pediatric patients, skipping the initial immunoassay.

“To our knowledge, St. Louis Children’s is the only hospital in the U.S. to adopt this ‘direct-to-mass-spectrometry’ approach,” said Dr. Yanchun Lin, one of the study’s authors and a clinical chemistry fellow at Washington University in Saint Louis, Missouri. “So we really want to urge laboratorians to reconsider the approach they adopt for pediatric UDS testing.”

The researchers used two strategies to compare immunoassay results with mass spectrometry for detecting substances in common drug tests, including amphetamine/methamphetamine, cocaine/benzoylecgonine (the main metabolite of cocaine), THC, opiates, fentanyl, benzodiazepines, and methadone. In the first approach, they studied 125 urine samples over a 5-month period from pediatric patients with weakly positive results on mass spectrometry to check how many of them were missed by immunoassay (forward approach). For the second strategy, they assessed 115 urine samples that tested negative on immunoassay to assess if mass spectrometry could detect any drugs (reverse approach).

Among the 125 samples that tested positive on mass spectrometry, 112 (approximately 90%) contained compounds not detected by immunoassay, most commonly methamphetamine and benzoylecgonine. Thirty-eight (33%) of the 115 samples found negative on routine UDS tested positive for at least one substance when re-examined by mass spectrometry. Moreover, mass spectrometry identified substances in six samples (5%) that were targeted but missed by immunoassay.

In addition, the researchers identified 32 pediatric urine samples that contained prescription medications not picked up by immunoassay, including lorazepam, ketamine, bupropion, methylphenidate, clonidine, quetiapine, venlafaxine, and naloxone. They also found five samples containing fentanyl, which wasn’t on the UDS menu at some study centers from which samples were taken.

Taken together, the results indicate that UDS may miss low drug concentrations in approximately 1 in 20 pediatric urine samples. This finding held true using both the forward and reverse schemes, spanning multiple clinical environments and analytic platforms. Using a direct-to-mass spectrometry approach would significantly lessen the risk of false-negative drug screens and largely eliminate false-positive findings as well, the authors conclude.

That said, making this change isn’t without challenges for labs. “It’s actually pretty labor intense,” Lin said, “and it’s much harder to maintain the assay” using the direct-to-mass spectrometry approach. “You need highly trained personnel and dedicated full-time employees,” she added.

But labs that can make the shift will benefit from more accurate results that could translate to better care. “If it’s possible, it should definitely be adopted, especially for pediatric patients,” Lin said.

Session information
ADLM 2025 registration is free for members of the media. Reporters can register online here: https://xpressreg.net/register/adlm0725/media/landing.asp

Abstract A-349: False-negative immunoassay drug screens uncovered with a direct to mass spectrometry approach in a pediatric population will be presented during:

Student poster competition
Monday, July 28
9:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Room S405

Scientific poster session
Tuesday, July 29
9:30 a.m. – 5 p.m. (presenting authors in attendance from 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.)
Poster Hall on the Expo show floor

Both sessions will take place at McCormick Place, Chicago.

About ADLM 2025

ADLM 2025 (formerly the AACC Annual Scientific Meeting & Clinical Lab Expo) offers 5 days packed with opportunities to learn about exciting science from July 27-31 in Chicago. Plenary sessions will explore urgent problems related to clinical artificial intelligence (AI) integration, fake medical news, and the pervasiveness of plastics, as well as tapping into the promise of genomics and microbiome medicine for personalized healthcare.

At the ADLM 2025 Clinical Lab Expo, more than 800 exhibitors will fill the show floor of the McCormick Place Convention Center in Chicago, with displays of the latest diagnostic technology, including but not limited to AI, point-of-care, and automation.

About the Association for Diagnostics & Laboratory Medicine (ADLM)

Dedicated to achieving better health for all through laboratory medicine, ADLM (formerly AACC) unites more than 70,000 clinical laboratory professionals, physicians, research scientists, and business leaders from 110 countries around the world. Our community is at the forefront of laboratory medicine’s diverse subdisciplines, including clinical chemistry, molecular diagnostics, mass spectrometry, clinical microbiology, and data science, and is comprised of individuals holding the spectrum of lab-related professional degrees, certifications, and credentials. Since 1948, ADLM has championed the advancement of laboratory medicine by fostering scientific collaboration, knowledge sharing, and the development of innovative solutions that enhance health outcomes. For more information, visit www.myadlm.org.

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ADLM
Director, Editorial and Media Relations
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ADLM
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Mascarpone and Oaxaca Knot receive first-place honors in a competitive national field

WATERLOO, Wis., July 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese LLC brought home three winners’ medals from the 2025 American Cheese Society (ACS) Judging & Competition. Crave Brothers’ Mascarpone and Oaxaca Knots earned top honors in their respective categories from ACS judges, while the Chocolate Mascarpone impressed with a strong second-place showing amid tough competition.

The prestigious ACS Judging & Competition is an annual showcase of the best products and recognizes exceptional American cheeses and their makers. The competition is one of the largest in North America and is renowned for its high standards and rigorous judging. This year’s competition garnered more than 1,500 entries from over 200 companies, judged in 136 different categories. With eight top-three awards already in 2025, Crave Brothers continues to stand out in the industry. 

“We view the ACS competition as an important benchmark in our industry,” said Roseanne Crave, Sales and Marketing Manager. “Each year, we welcome the challenge of competing at a high level and it drives us to continually elevate our craft. These wins reflect our dedication to quality, tradition, and sustainable practices.”

Crave’s award-winning products are available in stores nationwide and online. For recipe inspiration, check out a tasty list of recipes curated by the Crave family, chefs and more.

About Crave Brothers
The Crave family farms 2,500 acres of productive land in south-central Wisconsin, growing soybeans, corn and alfalfa to use as nutritious feed for their Holstein cows. From the biodigester to water recovery and recycling, sustainability is top-of-mind on the farm and cheese factory. Crave Brothers Farm LLC and Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese LLC utilize sustainable practices in their everyday operations. Crave Brothers Farmstead Cheese produces Fresh Mozzarella, Mascarpone, Oaxaca, and Farmer’s Rope String Cheese.

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