A roundup of the week's most newsworthy
consumer and retail announcements from PR Newswire, including a new
ebook platform, "green flags" for daters and a few can't-miss Big
Game announcements.
NEW
YORK, Jan. 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With
thousands of press releases published each week, it can be
difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help
consumer/retail journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's
most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major
stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.
The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full
text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release
headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are
available for download.
- Bookshop.org Launches Revolutionary Ebook Platform To
Support Local Bookstores
Bookshop.org's new platform gives readers the ability to purchase
and download ebooks from their favorite bookstores or on
Bookshop.org's site. This innovation unlocks new income channels
for authors and booksellers alike.
- Fortune and Korn Ferry Reveal
the 2025 World's Most Admired Companies List
The World's Most Admired Companies list highlights organizations
most respected by their peers, with executives emphasizing
financial stability, innovation, respected leadership, and
expansion of global businesses. This year's top five, following
Apple, include Microsoft, Amazon, Nvidia, and Berkshire
Hathaway.
- Ahead of Valentine's Day, Knorr® and
Tinder® Find Cooking is the Ultimate "Green Flag" to
Make Your Dating Profile Stand Out
The reason why cooking is the ultimate green flag? Over half (56%)
of singles say that cooking shows that they care. Others say that
it is a sign of independence (55%), that the person can look after
others (52%) and that they are thoughtful (52%).
- Popeyes® and Tequila Don Julio Launch "The
Championship Lineup" – a Limited Edition Menu for Football's Big
Game
The headliner is the new Popeyes x Tequila Don Julio Reposado
Flavored Concha Chicken Sandwich, a chicken breast fillet marinated
in reposado tequila then fried in Popeyes crunchy buttermilk
breading, topped with a tequila lime slaw, spicy spread, a barrel
cured pickle, and sandwiched between a sweet and buttery concha
roll - a beloved Mexican pastry.
- Mielle Launches Kalahari Melon & Aloe Vera Hair
Collection to Address the #1 Concern Among Textured Hair
Community
With this innovation, Mielle continues the brand's commitment to
develop science-backed formulas that help solve the most pressing
needs within the textured hair community–like moisture retention
and hydration–with products that look, smell, and feel
superior.
- Harley-Davidson Introduces New Street Glide®
Ultra, Pan America® 1250 ST and Six Refreshed Cruiser
Models for 2025 Motorcycle Line-Up
The powerful Sportster® S model is updated with revised
suspension for enhanced comfort. The collection of
limited-production Custom Vehicle Operation™ (CVO™) motorcycles
includes four models and completes the most-desirable portfolio of
motorcycles ever offered by Harley-Davidson.
- Hallmark Announces Expansive New Partnership with Network
Star Lacey Chabert Across Product, Series, and Film
Businesses
Available later this year, the new collection features holiday
must-haves including greeting cards, gift wrap and unique
entertaining essentials—all with Lacey's signature touch and
distinctive details inspired by vintage Hallmark designs.
- Häagen-Dazs® Releases Six New Snacking
Innovations Worth Savoring
The brand introduces four flavors of its Belgian Waffle Cones, an
all-new product line, along with two new flavors of its beloved ice
cream bars just in time for the Big Game.
- Yuengling's Iconic Portfolio is Officially Available Across
Illinois
Millions of beer fans in the state will have their selection from a
variety of the brewery's renowned beers, including their iconic
Yuengling® Traditional LAGER, and FLIGHT by Yuengling,
the Next Generation of Light Beer®.
- From First Dates to Double Dates: OpenTable Declares That
Valentine's Day 2025 Will Break All The Rules
"Valentine's Day dining has gone through a major vibe shift over
the years, and this year sees a continuation of that, with couples,
double dates and groups of friends planning to dine out for the
occasion," said Robin Chiang, Chief Growth Officer of
OpenTable.
- Bloomingdale's Launches the
White Lotus x Aqua Collection
Inspired by the series, the collection evokes a beachy feel,
featuring floral prints and an overall tropical vibe. Perfect for a
luxury getaway to Thailand, the
line includes two-piece sets, dresses, swimsuits and vibrant
colored crochet totes and sandals. Shoppers can also find statement
pieces for everyday wear, including hoodies, t-shirts, and
joggers.
- McCormick® Unveils 2025 Flavor of the Year and
Flavor Forecast 25th Edition
With this year's report, McCormick unveils its 2025 Flavor of the
Year: Aji Amarillo, a pepper native to South America featuring fruity, tropical notes
with moderate heat. McCormick is offering a taste of this standout
flavor with their new Aji Amarillo Seasoning, available for a
limited time online beginning early February.
- The Ultimate Ben & Jerry's Experience Is Here: NEW
Sundaes!
Ben & Jerry's Sundaes line includes four delectable,
over-the-top concoctions – each flavor features chunks and swirls,
with a decadent whipped topping layer and even more chunks
sprinkled on top, of course.
- Foot Locker Brings the Heat and Heart to NBA All-Star 2025
in San Francisco Bay
Area
The immersive experience will spotlight the hottest sneaker drops
across top brands, star-studded NBA player appearances, interactive
games and prizes, exclusive product customization, and more – all
designed to connect with the basketball community and inspire the
next generation, on and off the court.
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Big Game Press Releases
The countdown to the Big Game is on and companies continued to
share their related announcements via PR Newswire this week. From
the commercials to the food and events taking place in New Orleans next weekend, the topics varied
but the press releases drew in readers and saw high levels of
engagement. Here are a few releases you might have missed this
week:
- Instacart Delivers Its First-Ever Super Bowl Ad, with Help from
a Few Iconic MVPs
- Americans to Eat 1.47 Billion Chicken Wings for Super Bowl
LIX
- Hellmann's Hits the Spot, Reuniting "When Harry Met Sally"
Stars Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal in
Iconic Katz's Deli in Big Game Ad
- Angel Soft® Delivers a Perfectly Timed Bathroom
Break in First-Ever Big Game Commercial Designed to be Missed
- Chipotle Answers the Call from Football Fans and Introduces
"Extra Sunday" on February 10,
Featuring Free Guac and Queso Blanco for Chipotle Rewards
Members
Catch up on all the gameday press
releases ahead of kickoff.
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