Author: Pop Card

A playground sensation has taken the world by storm as Sticki Rolls was crowned this year’s Dream Toy by the Toy Retailers Association. The announcement, made on 13 November 2024, saw TV presenter Helen Skelton arrive at the awards in a specially customised Sticki Rolls-themed London taxi, reflecting the brand’s explosive popularity. Sticki Rolls, distributed in the UK by Character Options and created by Seattle-based Sky Castle Toys, merges the timeless appeal of stickers with modern wearable fashion. Each Sticki Roll bracelet contains 50 holographic stickers housed in “charms” for children to peel and share. Since its UK debut in…

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Massage Studio, a well-known provider of bespoke massage therapies, has announced the return of its popular holiday gift card promotion, aimed at spreading relaxation across Tampa Bay this festive season. From now until the end of the year, customers purchasing $100 worth of gift cards will receive a $25 bonus card, which can be redeemed for massage services in the first quarter of 2024. Gift cards can be purchased in person at the studio’s locations in downtown St. Petersburg and South Tampa or conveniently online at their website. A Perfect Seasonal Gift Massage Studio’s promotion presents an ideal opportunity for…

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The University of Suffolk’s waterfront campus in Ipswich is now home to East Anglia’s largest mural, a striking artwork titled From Ipswich with Love. Spanning an impressive 640 square metres on the James Hehir Building, the mural is the centrepiece of the inaugural Wild Walls Festival, a celebration of urban art and community creativity. The mural, created by artist ATMA in collaboration with local residents, reflects Ipswich’s community spirit. Workshops held with residents influenced its design, which aims to encapsulate the town’s vibrancy and warmth. ATMA described the mural as “a love letter from Ipswich to the world,” adding that…

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Elizabeth Xi Bauer Gallery presents “The House of Bernarda Alba,” an immersive exhibition featuring the works of Elena Njoabuzia Onwochei-Garcia and Sam Llewellyn-Jones. United by themes of place, identity, and memory, Onwochei-Garcia’s figurative works delve into post-colonial narratives and identity politics, while Llewellyn-Jones explores the passage of time through landscapes and materials, capturing the history and memory embedded in natural and built environments. Onwochei-Garcia, who was recently awarded the 2024 Artists’ Collecting Society Studio Prize, is exhibiting her works for the first time at the gallery. Known for her large-scale figurative paintings and intricate works on paper, Onwochei-Garcia draws from…

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A Manchester law firm, Barings Law, has slammed the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) for a costly and time-consuming investigation after they were cleared of all allegations in a four-day disciplinary tribunal. The tribunal not only dismissed accusations of misconduct but also awarded the firm costs in their favour. Craig Cooper, the managing director of Barings Law, and former partner Erich Kurtz were subject to accusations that they misled clients and issued claim letters on behalf of non-existent clients, specifically in relation to their legal work with payday lenders. The case, which involved high-profile lender Elevate Credit International Limited, also known…

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British actress and CHANEL ambassador Lucy Boynton lit up London’s Bond Street with the iconic CHANEL N°5 festive light installation, marking the start of the holiday season. The illumination celebrates a partnership between CHANEL Fragrance & Beauty and the New West End Company. Speaking at the event, Boynton expressed her joy at participating in the long-standing tradition. “Having grown up in London, I’ve walked under these Christmas lights every year. I couldn’t be more thrilled to be part of lighting up Bond Street with CHANEL this year.” The festive lights, a Bond Street tradition for over six decades, now feature…

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Fideuram Intesa Sanpaolo Private Banking (FISPB), part of the Intesa Sanpaolo Group, has announced a major partnership with BlackRock, the world’s largest asset manager, to enhance its digital wealth management services. The collaboration marks a significant step in FISPB’s strategy to expand its presence in Europe, offering advanced investment solutions to a growing customer base. Carlo Messina, CEO of Intesa Sanpaolo, described the partnership as a “perfect fit” with the bank’s commitment to innovation and growth. He said, “This agreement aligns with our focus on the expansion of wealth management and the development of new digital solutions. With BlackRock’s expertise,…

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Global payouts platform Trolley has secured $23 million in Series B funding to accelerate the growth of its platform, enhance product offerings, and expand its market presence. The round was led by Wavecrest Growth Partners, with existing investor Pace Capital also participating. The investment marks a significant milestone for the company, which has seen tremendous growth in recent years. Over the past three years, Trolley’s revenue has surged by 484%, earning it a spot on the Deloitte Technology Fast 50™ for the second consecutive year. The latest round of funding will enable Trolley to enhance its platform and payment network,…

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Murata Manufacturing Co., Ltd. has unveiled its latest innovation in automotive sensor technology, the SCH1633-D01, which is set to raise the bar for performance, system integration, and cost optimization in vehicle applications. The micro-electromechanical system (MEMS) sensor is designed to meet the increasing demand for precision in autonomous driving (AD), advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and other key automotive functions, including inertial navigation, vehicle stability control, and headlight alignment. With the automotive industry pushing towards greater vehicle autonomy and enhanced safety standards, the need for highly accurate, integrated sensors has never been greater. The SCH1633-D01 is positioned to fulfil this demand…

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New research from the Carlsberg Research Laboratory suggests that Romans, long depicted as avid wine drinkers, may have in fact been enthusiastic beer brewers, especially among soldiers and gladiators. According to Zoran Gojkovic, Director of Brewing Science, Yeast and Fermentation at Carlsberg, ancient brewing techniques reveal beer was a staple in Roman life, with soldiers reportedly receiving beer as part of their rations. While popular culture often associates the Romans with wine, recent findings indicate that the army, and perhaps even gladiators, may have relied more on beer for their daily refreshment. Carlsberg’s findings, based on techniques thought to have…

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