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DEERFIELD, Ill., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Caterpillar Inc. (NYSE: CAT) will release first-quarter 2021 financial results at 5:30 a.m. CDT on Thursday, April 29. The release will be available at investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results and the full text of the news release will also be available on PR Newswire at about 5:30 a.m. CDT. The news release will be furnished to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) via a Current Report on Form 8-K in compliance with applicable SEC rules.

Teleconference and webcast access:

A real-time, listen-only teleconference and webcast of the quarterly results call that Caterpillar conducts with securities analysts and institutional investors will begin at 7:30 a.m. CDT on Thursday, April 29. Listen-only presentations and supporting materials will be available before the webcast at investors.caterpillar.com/events-presentations.

In addition to the webcast, the one-hour conference call can also be accessed by telephone from both domestic and international locations, with a listen-only entry code provided below:

The call can be accessed in real-time at investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results. Listeners should go to the website at least 15 minutes before the live event to download and install any necessary audio software. The transcript from the conference call will be made available at investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results following the webcast.

For those unable to participate in the live broadcast, the replay will be available at investors.caterpillar.com/financials/quarterly-results shortly after the live event. There is no charge to access the webcast. A telephone replay of the call will not be available.

About Caterpillar
With 2020 sales and revenues of $41.7 billion, Caterpillar Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer of construction and mining equipment, diesel and natural gas engines, industrial gas turbines, and diesel-electric locomotives. Since 1925, we’ve been driving sustainable progress and helping customers build a better world through innovative products and services. Throughout the product life cycle, we offer services built on cutting-edge technology and decades of product expertise. These products and services, backed by our global dealer network, provide exceptional value to help our customers succeed. We do business on every continent, principally operating through three primary segments – Construction Industries, Resource Industries, and Energy & Transportation – and providing financing and related services through our Financial Products segment. Visit us at caterpillar.com or join the conversation on our social media channels at caterpillar.com/social-media.

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SAN ANTONIO, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. (NYSE:CFR) will host a conference call on Thursday April 29, 2021 to discuss first quarter 2021 earnings.

Earnings Release

:  The earnings release for Cullen/Frost Bankers, Inc. will be available at approximately 8:00 a.m. Central Time (CT) on the internet at www.frostbank.com/investor-relations.

Conference Call and Live Webcast

:  The conference call will begin at 1:00 p.m. CT (2:00 p.m. Eastern) and will be hosted by Phil Green, Chairman and CEO, Jerry Salinas, Group Executive Vice President and CFO and A.B. Mendez, Senior Vice President and Director of Investor Relations.

Following the prepared remarks there will be a question and answer session for the analyst community.  Media and other interested individuals are invited to listen to the call at the following number:

Telephone Number

Domestic: 800-944-6430

There will be a live webcast of the call.  To access the webcast, go to www.frostbank.com/investor-relations.

Conference Call Playback and Webcast Archive:  Those unable to listen to the conference call live will be able to access a playback of the conference call that will be available from 5:00 p.m. CT the day of the call until midnight Sunday, May 2, 2021.

Telephone Numbers for Playback

:  Toll Free: 855-859-2056 Conference ID#2745669                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                             

The webcast will be archived and available for playback after 5:00 p.m. CT, and can be accessed on our investor relations website.

Please note:
 The Web address of our investor relations website has changed. Please update your records to reflect the new address: https://investor.frostbank.com/.

It is recommended that those wishing to dial into the conference call do so approximately 5 to 10 minutes prior to the call to ensure a more efficient registration process.  For further information contact Investor Relations at (210) 220-5234.

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CARMEL, Ind., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — ADESA, a leading provider of digital marketplaces for used vehicles, announces the launch of “Off-Lease Exclusive” on ADESA.com. ADESA is a business unit of global vehicle remarketing and technology solutions provider KAR Auction Services, Inc. d/b/a KAR Global (NYSE: KAR). The new filtering and search functionality gives dealers one-click access to approximately 80% of North America’s off-lease inventory days before it is available through any other auction.

“In today’s supply-constrained market, dealers need a quick, easy way to source quality, late model, low mileage inventory,” said John Hammer, chief commercial officer of KAR Global and president of ADESA. “Thousands of these cars become available every day—fresh off our commercial private label platforms and available only on ADESA.com. By using our new Off-Lease Exclusive functionality, we’re giving franchise and independent dealers an early and exclusive opportunity to purchase the very best inventory out there before it goes to auction.”

Buyers can instantly identify fresh, CPO-quality vehicles on ADESA.com by looking for the new teal-colored “star tag” icon on all Off-Lease Exclusive inventory. Off-Lease Exclusive listings are refreshed daily and available for only 24 to 48 hours depending on consignor. To make sure they don’t miss out on desired inventory, dealers can utilize the site’s integrated data-driven search functionality to set personalized alerts and in-app notifications. ADESA has also deployed new interactive technology within ADESA.com to help customers optimize the benefits of the Off Lease Exclusive functionality through an interactive, step-by-step instructional tour.

“This is just another way ADESA is innovating to make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful,” continued Hammer. “We hope ADESA.com and Off-Lease Exclusive help dealers save time and effort, secure the very best cars for their lots, and continue to meet the demand of their retail customers.”

In addition to Off-Lease Exclusive inventory, ADESA.com also features over 60,000 commercial, dealer, fleet, rental and repossession listings each day and gives buying dealers seamless access to the company’s live auction simulcast sales and run lists. The entire site is powered by ADESA’s proprietary data analytics engine which provides customers with vehicle recommendations tailored to their specific dealership and local retail market conditions.

Current ADESA.com dealers can utilize the new Off-Lease Exclusive functionality the next time they log into the site. Dealers not currently transacting on ADESA.com can enroll by clicking the “REGISTER” button at www.adesa.com/off-lease.

About KAR
KAR Auction Services, Inc. d/b/a KAR Global (NYSE: KAR), provides sellers and buyers across the global wholesale used vehicle industry with innovative, technology-driven remarketing solutions. KAR Global’s unique end-to-end platform supports whole car, financing, logistics and other ancillary and related services, including the sale of nearly 3.1 million units valued at approximately $30 billion through our auctions in 2020. Our integrated physical, online and mobile marketplaces reduce risk, improve transparency and streamline transactions for customers in about 75 countries. Headquartered in Carmel, Indiana, KAR Global has employees across the United States, Canada, Mexico, Uruguay, U.K. and Europe. For more information and the latest KAR Global news, go to www.karglobal.com and follow us on Twitter @KARspeaks.

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BARCELONA, Spain, April 15, 2021  /PRNewswire/ — Grifols (MCE: GRF, MCE: GRF.P, NASDAQ: GRFS), a global leader in the development of plasma-derived medicines with a track record of more than 100 years dedicated to enhancing people’s health and well-being, today announced that it will donate a minimum of 240 million international units (IU) of blood clotting factor medicines (Factor VIII and Factor IX) to the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) Humanitarian Aid Program over the next eight years, from 2022 to 2030.

This contribution extends the company’s commitment that began in 2014 and will bring its total humanitarian aid commitment to more than 440M IU of Factor VIII and Factor IX over 16 years.

For more than two decades, Grifols has been a proud supporter of the WFH and its efforts to improve access to treatment of bleeding disorders around the world. The extended partnership with WFH reaffirms Grifols’ commitment to the global hemophilia community and accounts for the company’s most significant contribution to the WFH Humanitarian Aid Program to date.

According to the WFH, the donation of the additional 240 million IU will secure a projected average of 10,300 doses to treat approximately 3,000 patients per year through 2030 in developing countries worldwide where access to adequate treatment is often lacking or absent.

“Helping to address global health inequities is an essential part of fulfilling our corporate mission,” said Victor Grifols Deu, co-CEO of Grifols.

“We consider product donations to the World Federation of Hemophilia to be an ethical imperative for our company rather than a simple choice,” added Raimon Grifols, co-CEO of Grifols.

Grifols produces plasma-derived medicines to treat chronic rare diseases such as hemophilia and also develops solutions for the diagnoses of bleeding disorders. In 2020, Grifols extended an agreement with the WFH to support donations of products manufactured outside of the U.S. as well, expanding its ability to reach patients worldwide.

“Since its creation in 1996, the WFH Humanitarian Aid Program has benefitted almost 100,000 people in over 100 countries. When patients are able to receive consistent and reliable access to treatment and care, they have hope for a better quality of life,” said Alain Baumann, CEO of WFH.

An estimated 400,000 people around the world have severe hemophilia, yet only 25% receive adequate treatment. Grifols’ donation also supports the second decade of the WFH Global Alliance for Progress (GAP) program aimed at increasing the number of patients diagnosed and treated for bleeding disorders, particularly in the world’s most impoverished countries.

For more information about WFH, hemophilia and other bleeding disorders go to http://www.wfh.org/.

About Grifols

Grifols is a global healthcare company founded in Barcelona in 1909 committed to improving the health and well-being of people around the world. Its four divisions – Bioscience, Diagnostic, Hospital and Bio Supplies – develop, produce and market innovative solutions and services that are sold in more than 100 countries.

Pioneers in the plasma industry, Grifols operates a growing network of donation centers worldwide. It transforms collected plasma into essential medicines to treat chronic, rare and, at times, life-threatening conditions. As a recognized leader in transfusion medicine, Grifols also offers a comprehensive portfolio of solutions designed to enhance safety from donation to transfusion. In addition, the company supplies tools, information and services that enable hospitals, pharmacies and healthcare professionals to efficiently deliver expert medical care.

Grifols, with nearly 24,000 employees in 30 countries and regions, is committed to a sustainable business model that sets the standard for continuous innovation, quality, safety and ethical leadership.

In 2020, Grifols’ economic impact in its core countries of operation was EUR 7.5 billion. The company also generated 140,000 jobs, including indirect and induced.

The company’s class A shares are listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange, where they are part of the Ibex-35 (MCE:GRF). Grifols non-voting class B shares are listed on the Mercado Continuo (MCE:GRF.P) and on the U.S. NASDAQ through ADRs (NASDAQ:GRFS).

For more information, please visit www.grifols.com

About the World Federation of Hemophilia
For over 50 years, the World Federation of Hemophilia (WFH) – an international not-for-profit Organization – has worked to improve the lives of people with hemophilia and other inherited bleeding disorders. Established in 1963, it is a global network of patient organizations in 140 countries and has official recognition from the World Health Organization.

To find out more about the WFH, please visit www.wfh.org.

About the WFH Humanitarian Aid Program
The WFH Humanitarian Aid Program improves the lack of access to care and treatment by providing much-needed support for people with inherited bleeding disorders in developing countries. By providing patients with a more predictable and sustainable flow of humanitarian aid donations, the WFH Humanitarian Aid Program makes it possible for patients to receive consistent and reliable access to treatment and care. None of this would be possible without the generous support of Sanofi Genzyme and Sobi, our Founding Visionary Contributors; Bayer and Roche, our Visionary Contributors; Grifols, our Leadership Contributor; and our Contributors, CSL Behring and Takeda. 

To learn more about the WFH Humanitarian Aid Program, visit www.treatmentforall.org.

LEGAL DISCLAIMER

The facts and figures contained in this report that do not refer to historical data are “future projections and assumptions”. Words and expressions such as “believe”, “hope”, “anticipate”, “predict”, “expect”, “intend”, “should”, “will seek to achieve”, “it is estimated”, “future” and similar expressions, in so far as they relate to the Grifols group, are used to identify future projections and assumptions. These expressions reflect the assumptions, hypotheses, expectations and predictions of the management team at the time of writing this report, and these are subject to a number of factors that mean that the actual results may be materially different. The future results of the Grifols group could be affected by events relating to its own activities, such as a shortage of supplies of raw materials for the manufacture of its products, the appearance of competitor products on the market, or changes to the regulatory framework of the markets in which it operates, among others. At the date of compiling this report, the Grifols group has adopted the necessary measures to mitigate the potential impact of these events. Grifols, S.A. does not accept any obligation to publicly report, revise or update future projections or assumptions to adapt them to events or circumstances subsequent to the date of writing this report, except where expressly required by the applicable legislation. This document does not constitute an offer or invitation to buy or subscribe shares in accordance with the provisions of the following Spanish legislation: Royal Legislative Decree 4/2015, of 23 October, approving recast text of Securities Market Law; Royal Decree Law 5/2005, of 11 March and/or Royal Decree 1310/2005, of 4 November, and any regulations developing this legislation. In addition, this document does not constitute an offer of purchase, sale or exchange, or a request for an offer of purchase, sale or exchange of securities, or a request for any vote or approval in any other jurisdiction. The information included in this document has not been verified nor reviewed by the external auditors of the Grifols group.

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LANHAM, Md., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU), a global leader in education technology, today announced that it is making its industry-leading Career Engagement Network available to all students and graduates of 2U-powered online programs across their lifetimes. Developed based on insights from thousands of employers and over 35,000 boot camp graduates, 2U’s Career Engagement Network will provide the career- and job-relevant resources, tools, and recruiting opportunities to help students pursue rewarding and meaningful employment opportunities. The Network will be available at no cost to both alumni and current students enrolled in 2U-powered degree and non-degree programs beginning in July 2021. 

“The need for trusted career-related resources and support has never been more clear, whether you’re searching for a first job, making a career change, or looking for career advancement,” said 2U Co-Founder & CEO Christopher “Chip” Paucek. “Building on 2U’s industry-leading boot camp career services model and degree-focused field placement network, we can provide our partners’ students and alumni with access to valuable and practical career-related insights as well as a growing nationwide ecosystem of engaged employer partners looking to recruit and hire great talent.”

2U’s Career Engagement Network is designed to help students chart clear education-to-career pathways and become employer competitive job candidates. Resources will include resume and interview preparation toolkits as well as workshops, webinars, virtual events, and career fairs with hundreds of companies across 2U’s employer network, including Google, Target, State Farm, H&R Block, TEKSystems, and Apex Systems. The Career Engagement Network will also offer students career-specific insights and information as well as the chance to hear from and engage directly with industry professionals and recruiters.

“We know that strong talent can be found anywhere and everywhere. Rather than just looking at local talent, we’re now looking at programs like 2U-powered boot camps that help candidates build strong technical skill sets,” State Farm Talent Brand Specialist Lauren Stevens said. “At State Farm, we’ll continue using 2U to tap into communities we hadn’t previously explored or didn’t even know existed. As a partner, 2U has helped us think outside the box and be more creative with our recruitment and hiring.”

Last year, 2U’s workforce engagement team made more than 11,000 student referrals for roles in over 300 companies. To date, more than 35,000 graduates of 2U-powered boot camp programs across 54 universities have received access to 2U’s Career Engagement Network—including students like Stephen Powell, a graduate of the GW Data Analytics Boot Camp and current data analyst at MorphWorks.

“Through the boot camp, I probably learned just as much, if not more, about career development as I did about analytics,” said Powell. “Now, I know what I have to learn to stay on this path and get to the place I want to be.”

In addition to career services, students enrolled in the 95+ 2U-powered online degree offerings requiring field hours receive access to 2U’s industry-leading clinical placements support. To date, 2U has made over 68,000 field placements across 71 countries and all 50 U.S. states.

The rapid pace with which jobs, skills, and industries are transforming can make it difficult for students, at all stages of their lives, to understand what it will take to thrive in their careers. Industry-aligned career support can play a vital role in helping students maximize their educational achievements and reach their career goals. According to Gallup, graduates who rated their experiences with career services as “very helpful” are 5.8 times more likely to strongly agree their alma mater prepared them for post-collegiate life and nearly three times more likely to strongly agree their education was worth the cost.

About 2U, Inc. (Nasdaq: TWOU)
Eliminating the back row in higher education is not just a metaphor—it’s our mission. For more than a decade, 2U, Inc., a global leader in education technology, has been a trusted partner and brand steward of great universities. We build, deliver, and support more than 500 digital educational offerings, including undergraduate and graduate degrees, professional certificates, Trilogy-powered boot camps, and GetSmarter short courses. Together with our partners, 2U has positively transformed the lives of more than 300,000 students and lifelong learners. To learn more, visit 2U.com. #NoBackRow

CONTACT:
Kate Welk
[email protected] 

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VANCOUVER, BC, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ – Kootenay Silver Inc.  (TSXV: KTN) (the “Company” or “Kootenay”) is pleased to report drilling is progressing well at the Columba silver project, located in Chihuahua State, Mexico. The Company has completed 12 core drill holes totaling over 1,800 meters, testing the F Vein as part of the 5,000-meter drill program.  Results will be announced when received and compiled, although assay turnaround time is currently much longer than normally experienced due to laboratory delays.

Highlights of previous drilling along the F Vein and hanging-wall system include holes CDH-19-041 (650 gpt silver over 7.45 meters within a wider interval of 159 gpt silver over 39.9 meters) and CDH-20-051 (865 gpt silver over 2 meters within a wider interval of 317 gpt silver over 6 meters in a hanging-wall vein adjacent to the F Vein.).

The Company also reports that the drill rig is now testing an area east of the J-Z Zone where mapping in 2020 indicated the down faulted extension of northeast trending veins of the J-Z Zone may occur. This area, referred to as the East Block, is approximately 1,000 meters to the east of the F Vein. Previous drill highlights in the J-Z Zone include such intercepts found in hole CDH 20-030 (415 gpt silver over 11.15 meters including 721 gpt silver over 4.07 meters) and hole CDH 20-060 (132 gpt silver over 64 meters including 361 gpt silver over 11 meters including 608 gpt silver over 5.0 meters, and 1,160 gpt silver over 1.0 meters all within 229 gpt silver over 22 meters).

About the Columba Property

Columba is a past producing high-grade silver mine, which operated on a small scale circa 1910 and again briefly circa 1958-60.  The Property covers a large high-grade epithermal vein system which the Kootenay has mapped over strike lengths from 200 meters to up to 2 kilometers and sampled with grades returning up to 693 gpt silver on surface and exceeding 2,000 gpt in drilling.  The Project area includes a network of underground workings comprised of 4 shafts and 6 levels of drifts reported to measure over 1,000 meters in length. 

Sampling and QA/QC at Columba

All technical information for the Columba exploration program is obtained and reported under a formal quality assurance and quality control (“QA/QC”) program. Samples are taken from core cut in half with a diamond saw under the direction of qualified geologists and engineers. Samples are then labeled, placed in plastic bags, sealed and with interval and sample numbers recorded. Samples are delivered by the Company to ALS Minerals (“ALS”) in Chihuahua. The samples are dried, crushed and pulverized with the pulps being sent airfreight for analysis by ALS in Vancouver, B.C. Systematic assaying of standards, blanks and duplicates is performed for precision and accuracy. Analysis for silver, zinc, lead and copper and related trace elements was done by ICP four acid digestion, with gold analysis by 30-gram fire assay with an AA finish. All drilling reported is HQ core and has been contracted to Globexplore Drilling from Hermosillo, Mexico.

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

Qualified Persons

The Kootenay scientific and technical information in this news release has been prepared in accordance with the Canadian regulatory requirements set out in National Instrument 43-101 (Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects) and reviewed and approved on behalf Kootenay by James McDonald, P.Geo, President, CEO & Director for Kootenay, a Qualified Person.

About Kootenay Silver Inc.

Kootenay Silver Inc. is an exploration company actively engaged in the discovery and development of mineral projects in the Sierra Madre Region of Mexico and in British Columbia, Canada. Supported by one of the largest portfolios of silver assets in Mexico, Kootenay continues to provide its shareholders with significant leverage to silver prices. The Company remains focused on the expansion of its current silver resources, new discoveries and the near-term economic development of two of its priority silver projects located in prolific mining districts in Sonora, State and Chihuahua, State, Mexico, respectively.

On Behalf of the Board of Directors of

KOOTENAY SILVER INC.

“James McDonald”

President & CEO

Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.

CAUTIONARY NOTES:

The sampling results disclosed in this news release are not necessarily indicative and drilling is required to confirm a mineral deposit.

The information in this news release has been prepared as at April 14, 2021. This news release contains “forward-looking information” within the meaning of Canadian securities legislation and “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 (collectively, “forward-looking statements“).  All statements, other than statements of historical fact, that address activities, events or developments that Kootenay Silver Inc. (“Kootenay” or the “Company“) believes, expects or anticipates will or may occur in the future including, without limitation, the anticipated exploration program results from exploration activities, the discovery and delineation of mineral deposits and sampling results from the Columba Project and other properties, the anticipated content, commencement, and cost of exploration programs in respect of the Company’s projects and mineral properties, the anticipated business plans and timing of future activities of the Company, future capital expenditures (including the amount and nature thereof), business strategies and measures to implement strategies, competitive strengths, goals, expansion and growth of the business and operations, plans and references to the future success of the Company, and such other matters, are forward
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looking statements.  These forward-looking statements reflect the current expectations or beliefs of the Company based on information currently available to Kootenay and often use words such as “expects”, “plans”, “anticipates”, “estimates”, “believes”, “intends”, “potential”, “may” or variations thereof or the negative of any of these terms.

Forward-looking statements are subject to a number of risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results of the Company to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements and, even if such actual results are realized or substantially realized, there can be no assurance that they will have the expected consequences to, or effects on, Kootenay. Factors that could cause actual results or events to differ materially from current expectations include, among other things: the ability of the Company to obtain sufficient financing to fund its business activities and plans, operating and technical difficulties in connection with mineral exploration and development and mine development activities for Company’s projects generally, actual results of exploration activities (including the estimation or realization of mineral reserves and mineral resources), the timing and amount of estimated future production, costs of production, capital expenditures, the costs and timing of the development of new deposits, the availability of a sufficient supply of water and other materials, requirements for additional capital, future prices of gold and silver, changes in general economic conditions, changes in the financial markets and in the demand and market price for commodities, possible variations in ore grade or recovery rates, possible failures of plants, equipment or processes to operate as anticipated, accidents, labour disputes and other risks of the mining industry, delays in obtaining governmental and regulatory approvals (including of the TSX Venture Exchange), permits or financing or in the completion of development or construction activities, changes in laws, regulations and policies affecting mining operations, hedging practices, currency fluctuations, title disputes or claims limitations on insurance coverage and the timing and possible outcome of pending litigation, environmental issues and liabilities, risks related to joint venture operations, and risks related to the integration of acquisitions, as well as those factors discussed under “Risk Factors” in the Company’s most recent annual management’s discussion and analysis and other filings of the Company with the Canadian Securities Administrators, copies of which can be found under the Company’s profile on the SEDAR website at www.sedar.com.

Any forward-looking statement speaks only as of the date on which it was made, and except as may be required by applicable securities laws, Kootenay disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking statement, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. Although Kootenay believes that the assumptions inherent in the forward-looking statements are reasonable, forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and accordingly undue reliance should not be put on such statements due to their inherent uncertainty.  There can be no assurance that forward-looking statements will prove to be accurate, and actual results and future events could differ materially from those anticipated in such statements.

Cautionary Note to US Investors:

 This news release may contain information about adjacent properties on which we have no right to explore or mine. We advise U.S. investors that the SEC’s mining guidelines strictly prohibit information of this type in documents filed with the SEC. U.S. investors are cautioned that mineral deposits on adjacent properties are not indicative of mineral deposits on our properties. This news release may contain forward-looking statements including but not limited to comments regarding the timing and content of upcoming work programs, geological interpretations, receipt of property titles, potential mineral recovery processes, etc. Forward-looking statements address future events and conditions and therefore involve inherent risks and uncertainties. Actual results may differ materially from those currently anticipated in such statements.

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SOURCE Kootenay Silver Inc.

CHANGZHOU
, China, April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — EZGO Technologies Ltd. (Nasdaq: EZGO) (“EZGO” or the “Company”), a leading short-distance transportation solutions provider in China focusing on the sale of two electronic bicycle (“E-bicycle”) brands, “Cenbird” and “Dilang,” today announced that the Company signed a contract with a supply chain company located in Hebei, China to sell no less than 10,000 E-bicycles annually.

The sale followed the Company’s participation in the 20^th Annual Northern China International Bicycle and Electric Bicycle Exhibition, where EZGO also developed relationships with over 30 new distributors. The exhibition lasted for three days, with more than 600 bicycle and E-bicycle companies participating. While the event has historically featured bicycles, it has highlighted the development of E-bicycles, and included major well known E-bicycle brands in China.

The event served as an opportunity for participants to introduce various new models and technologies, while receiving orders from various sales agents and direct buyers. EZGO’s display featured its “Dilang” brand with the theme of “Intelligence, Entertainment and Fast Charging.” The Company’s focus during the event was to highlight its advances in technology and its new models, including two and three-wheeled models with multimedia integration.

The Company also received orders from various groups or companies at the exhibition, including 1,000 units of light electric motorcycles (“e-mopeds”). We believe the high quality with competitive price make our e-mopeds attractable.

Management Commentary

Mr. Jianhui Ye, Chief Executive Officer of EZGO, commented, “One of EZGO’s objectives in 2021 is to refine our sales and marketing strategy by emphasizing the technological advantages of our two main brands, Dilang and Cenbird and channel penetration strategy. The Tianjin exhibition is one of the most important live exhibitions of the year for EZGO, as one of our manufacturing facilities is also located in the city. The exhibition served as an opportunity to display our products to a rapidly growing audience.”

About EZGO Technologies Ltd.

Leveraging an Internet of Things (IoT) product and service platform and two E-bicycle brands, “Cenbird” and “Dilang, ” EZGO has established a business model centered on the manufacturing and sale of E-bicycles and E-bicycle rentals, complemented by E-bicycle charging pile business.

Visit EZGO on the web at http://www.ezgotech.com.cn/. Investors can visit the Company at the “Investor Relations” section of EZGO’s website at http://www.ezgotech.com.cn/Investor/.

Safe Harbor Statement

This press release contains forward-looking statements as defined by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements include statements concerning plans, objectives, goals, strategies, future events or performance, and underlying assumptions and other statements that are other than statements of historical facts. When the Company uses words such as “may, “will, “intend,” “should,” “believe,” “expect,” “anticipate,” “project,” “estimate” or similar expressions that do not relate solely to historical matters, it is making forward-looking statements. Forward-looking statements are not guarantees of future performance and involve risks and uncertainties that may cause the actual results to differ materially from the Company’s expectations discussed in the forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to uncertainties and risks including, but not limited to, the following: the Company’s goals and strategies; the Company’s future business development; product and service demand and acceptance; changes in technology; economic conditions; the growth of the short-distance transportation solutions market in China and the other international markets the Company plans to serve; reputation and brand; the impact of competition and pricing; government regulations; fluctuations in general economic and business conditions in China and the international markets the Company plans to serve and assumptions underlying or related to any of the foregoing and other risks contained in reports filed by the Company with the SEC. For these reasons, among others, investors are cautioned not to place undue reliance upon any forward-looking statements in this press release. Additional factors are discussed in the Company’s filings with the SEC, which are available for review at www.sec.gov. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly revise these forward–looking statements to reflect events or circumstances that arise after the date hereof.

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BLOOMFIELD, Conn., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Global health service company Cigna Corporation (NYSE:CI) will release its first quarter 2021 financial results on Friday, May 7, 2021, and will host a conference call the same day.

First quarter 2021 financial results will be released no later than 6:30 a.m. Eastern Time (ET).  Management will review these results on a conference call beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. The call-in numbers are as follows:

Live Call

(800) 857-1657 (Domestic)

(773) 799-3811 (International)

Passcode: 572021

Replay

(800) 551-8152 (Domestic)

(203) 369-3810 (International)

It is strongly suggested that participants dial in to the conference call by 8:15 a.m. ET on May 7. A replay of the call will be available from 12:30 p.m. ET on May 7 until 11:59 p.m. ET on May 21, 2021.  Additionally, the conference call will be available on a live Internet webcast at www.cigna.com under the About Cigna, Investor Relations section. Please note that this feature will be in listen-only mode.

A copy of the company’s news release and financial supplement will be available online at www.cigna.com under the About Cigna, Investor Relations section, no later than 6:30 a.m. ET on May 7.

About Cigna

Cigna Corporation is a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Cigna delivers choice, predictability, affordability and access to quality care through integrated capabilities and connected, personalized solutions that advance whole person health. All products and services are provided exclusively by or through operating subsidiaries of Cigna Corporation, including Cigna Health and Life Insurance Company, Connecticut General Life Insurance Company, Evernorth companies or their affiliates and Express Scripts companies or their affiliates. Such products and services include an integrated suite of health services, such as medical, dental, behavioral health, pharmacy, vision, supplemental benefits and other related products.  Cigna maintains sales capability in over 30 countries and jurisdictions, and has more than 175 million customer relationships around the world. To learn more about Cigna®, including links to follow us on Facebook or Twitter, visit www.cigna.com.

Investor Relations Contact

Alexis Jones

1 (215) 761-3637
[email protected]

Media Contact

Lauren Borghard

1 (860) 840-4354
[email protected]

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CHARLOTTE, N.C., April 15, 2021 /PRNewswire/ — Honeywell (NYSE: HON) today announced that it is supporting the NFL’s Jacksonville Jaguars to help protect players and staff throughout football and front office spaces at TIAA Bank Field. The Jaguars and Honeywell are collaborating to create a safer workplace experience by deploying air quality monitoring solutions, via a custom real-time Healthy Buildings dashboard, as well as offering individual personal protective equipment (PPE) packs for Jaguars players and staff.

The Healthy Buildings dashboard will help the Jaguars’ facilities staff quickly identify and correct critical building controls issues, including air quality factors such as carbon dioxide levels, temperature and humidity.

The Honeywell dashboard seamlessly integrates into existing systems within the stadium, giving the Jaguars’ facilities staff a comprehensive and upgraded view of building conditions prior to staff and players entering the stadium. The dashboard can be expanded to include other indicators such as occupancy and sanitization tracking.

“Monitoring air quality in enclosed spaces throughout the stadium like offices, meeting rooms and locker rooms is critical. Honeywell has helped us to quickly and efficiently deploy a custom solution suited for our needs,” said Michael Webb, vice president of technology, Jacksonville Jaguars. “We have worked hard, alongside Honeywell, to develop and implement solutions to provide a safer for experience for players and staff that not only kept us playing football last season but provide for a healthier workplace in the future.”

In addition to continuously monitoring the air quality within the stadium, Honeywell is providing an added layer of safety to players and staff via custom PPE kits. The Honeywell Safety Packs, branded for the Jacksonville Jaguars, include two masks and cleaning wipes. The Safety Packs will be distributed to players and staff.

“During these unusual times, helping sports teams return to the field is a way many people feel a small sense of normalcy,” said Jeff Kimbell, Honeywell senior vice president and chief commercial officer. “We’re proud to work with the Jaguars’ team to help provide a safer environment for players and staff and keep the 2020 and 2021 seasons up and running for football fans everywhere.”

Honeywell’s Healthy Buildings solutions are part of a comprehensive effort to innovate solutions that help critical sectors of the global economy recover, without the need to replace existing infrastructure. Honeywell’s Healthy Buildings solutions provide a holistic view of a building’s health based on key factors such as indoor air quality, occupant flow, PPE analytics, thermal screening, temperature monitoring, social distancing and sanitation efficacy.

Honeywell previously announced similar efforts with the Carolina Panthers to create a safer fan and team experience.

About Honeywell

Honeywell (www.honeywell.com) is a Fortune 100 technology company that delivers industry specific solutions that include aerospace products and services; control technologies for buildings and industry; and performance materials globally. Our technologies help aircraft, buildings, manufacturing plants, supply chains, and workers become more connected to make our world smarter, safer, and more sustainable. For more news and information on Honeywell, please visit www.honeywell.com/newsroom.

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