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American Outdoor Brands, Inc. Reports First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Results

• Net Sales $41.6 Million
• GAAP Gross Margin 45.4%
• Traditional Channel Sales $25.1 Million
• E-Commerce Channel Sales $16.5 Million
• International Net Sales $4.4 Million – Up 21%

COLUMBIA, Mo., Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — American Outdoor Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: AOUT), an innovation company that provides product solutions for outdoor enthusiasts, today announced financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2025 ended July 31, 2024.

First Quarter Fiscal 2025 Financial Highlights

Quarterly net sales were $41.6 million, a decrease of $1.8 million, or 4.1%, compared with net sales of $43.4 million for the prior year.
Quarterly gross margin was 45.4%, consistent with quarterly gross margin of 45.4% for the comparable quarter last year. Non-GAAP gross margin for the quarter was 46.0%. For a detailed reconciliation, see the schedules that follow in this release.
Quarterly GAAP net loss was $2.4 million, or ($0.18) per diluted share, compared with a GAAP net loss of $4.1 million, or ($0.31) per diluted share, last year.
Quarterly non-GAAP net income was $748,000 or $0.06 per diluted share, compared with non-GAAP net income of $98,000, or $0.01 per diluted share, last year. GAAP to non-GAAP adjustments for net income exclude acquired intangible amortization, stock compensation, non-recurring inventory reserve costs, technology implementation, and other costs. For a detailed reconciliation, see the schedules that follow in this release.
Quarterly Adjusted EBITDAS was $2.0 million, or 4.8% of net sales, compared with Adjusted EBITDAS of $1.1 million, or 2.6% of net sales, for the prior year. For a detailed reconciliation, see the schedules that follow in this release.

Brian Murphy, President and Chief Executive Officer, said, “Net sales results for our first quarter came in as expected, declining slightly year-over-year, driven by a combination of order timing and recent trends in certain consumer markets. Nevertheless, I am pleased with our performance, which included a significant increase of more than 76% in Adjusted EBITDAS, and reflected a consumer preference for innovative products from our popular brands in Outdoor Lifestyle and Shooting Sports categories. New product innovation and expanded distribution opportunities are core to our long-term growth strategy, and both played a key role in our first quarter results.

“Innovation allows us to forge strong relationships with our consumers and retailers and expand our access to new markets. New products launched within the past 24 months generated 23% of our net sales in the first quarter. In Outdoor Lifestyle, new products from our BOG and BUBBA brands, including our Smart Fish Scale, delivered strong hunting and fishing performance and helped to largely offset softness in outdoor cooking and rugged outdoor. In Shooting Sports, new products from our Caldwell Claymore family, including our Solo and PullPup clay target throwers, drove strength in shooting accessories and helped partially offset weakness in personal protection products, which is reflective of recent trends in that market. We believe our consumer is resilient, and with innovation as our growth engine, we are excited about the new products we have in store and the future growth they can fuel.

“Expanded distribution opportunities are also a key part of our growth strategy and during the quarter we remained focused on ensuring our brands are increasingly accessible to a broad audience of consumers, both domestically and internationally. Accordingly, our efforts to introduce more of our brands to Canadian consumers helped deliver international net sales of $4.4 million, comprising over 10% of our net sales in the quarter and representing growth of over 21%. These results demonstrate the tremendous potential the international market holds for our brands,” concluded Murphy.

Andrew Fulmer, Chief Financial Officer, said, “Our balance sheet remained strong in the first quarter, and we continued to demonstrate disciplined capital management. We ended the quarter with $23.5 million in cash and no debt after replenishing our inventories in preparation for the fall hunting and holiday seasons, and after repurchasing our common stock during the quarter. We remain excited about the opportunities that lie ahead for fiscal 2025 and beyond. While we anticipate that headwinds in the Shooting Sports category may continue, we believe that our initiatives to drive channel expansion, combined with our robust new product pipeline, will help deliver growth in our Outdoor Lifestyle category. Therefore, we continue to believe that we remain well positioned to deliver growth in both net sales and profitability in fiscal 2025.”

Conference Call and Webcast
The Company will host a conference call and webcast today, September 5, 2024, to discuss its first quarter fiscal 2025 financial and operational results. Speakers on the conference call will include Brian Murphy, President and Chief Executive Officer, and Andrew Fulmer, Chief Financial Officer. The conference call may include forward-looking statements and a discussion of non-GAAP financial measures. The conference call and webcast will begin at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time (2:00 p.m. Pacific Time). Those interested in listening to the conference call via telephone may call directly at (833) 630-1956 and ask to join the American Outdoor Brands call. No RSVP is necessary. The conference call audio webcast can also be accessed live on the Company’s website at aob.com, under the Investor Relations section.

Reconciliation of U.S. GAAP to Non-GAAP Financial Measures
In this press release, certain non-GAAP financial measures, including “non-GAAP net income” and “Adjusted EBITDAS” are presented. A reconciliation of these and other non-GAAP financial measures are contained at the end of this press release. From time to time, the Company considers and uses these non-GAAP financial measures as supplemental measures of operating performance in order to provide the reader with an improved understanding of underlying performance trends. The Company believes it is useful for itself and the reader to review, as applicable, both (1) GAAP measures that include (i) amortization of acquired intangible assets, (ii) stock compensation, (iii) technology implementation, (iv) non-recurring inventory reserve adjustment, (v) emerging growth status transition costs, (vi) income tax adjustments, (vii) interest (income)/expense, (viii) income tax expense, and (xi) depreciation and amortization; and (2) the non-GAAP measures that exclude such information. The Company presents these non-GAAP measures because it considers them an important supplemental measure of its performance and believes the disclosure of such measures provides useful information to investors regarding the Company’s financial condition and results of operations. The Company’s definition of these adjusted financial measures may differ from similarly named measures used by others. The Company believes these measures facilitate operating performance comparisons from period to period by eliminating potential differences caused by the existence and timing of certain expense items that would not otherwise be apparent on a GAAP basis. These non-GAAP measures have limitations as an analytical tool and should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for the Company’s GAAP measures. The principal limitations of these measures are that they do not reflect the Company’s actual expenses and may thus have the effect of inflating its financial measures on a GAAP basis.

About American Outdoor Brands, Inc.
American Outdoor Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ Global Select: AOUT) is an innovation company that provides product solutions for outdoor enthusiasts, including hunting, fishing, camping, shooting, outdoor cooking, and personal security and personal defense products. The Company produces innovative, high quality products under brands including BOG^®; BUBBA^®; Caldwell^®; Crimson Trace^®; Frankford Arsenal^®; Grilla Grills^®; Hooyman^®; Imperial^®; LaserLyte^®; Lockdown^®; MEAT!^TM; Old Timer^®; Schrade^®; Tipton^®; Uncle Henry^®; ust^®; and Wheeler^®. For more information about all the brands and products from American Outdoor Brands, Inc., visit aob.com.

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AMERICAN OUTDOOR BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED BALANCE SHEETS

	As of:
	July 31, 2024 (Unaudited)	April 30, 2024
	(In thousands, except par value and share data)
ASSETS
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents	$ 23,463	$ 29,698
Accounts receivable, net of allowance for credit losses of $114 on July 31, 2024 and $133 on April 30, 2024	26,346	25,728
Inventories	106,710	93,315
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	5,585	6,410
Income tax receivable	245	223
Total current assets	162,349	155,374
Property, plant, and equipment, net	10,992	11,038
Intangible assets, net	37,930	40,217
Right-of-use assets	33,165	33,564
Other assets	354	404
Total assets	$ 244,790	$ 240,597
LIABILITIES AND EQUITY
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable	$ 18,118	$ 14,198
Accrued expenses	11,725	9,687
Accrued payroll and incentives	4,923	4,167
Lease liabilities, current	1,359	1,331
Total current liabilities	36,125	29,383
Lease liabilities, net of current portion	32,951	33,289
Total liabilities	69,076	62,672
Commitments and contingencies
Equity:
Preferred stock, $0.001 par value, 20,000,000 shares authorized, no shares issued or outstanding on July 31, 2024 and April 30, 2024	—	—
Common stock, $0.001 par value, 100,000,000 shares authorized, 14,820,494 shares issued and 12,875,062 shares outstanding on July 31, 2024 and 14,701,280 shares issued and 12,797,865 shares outstanding on April 30, 2024	15	15
Additional paid in capital	277,642	277,107
Retained deficit	(76,988)	(74,623)
Treasury stock, at cost (1,945,432 shares on July 31, 2024 and 1,903,415 shares on April 30, 2024)	(24,955)	(24,574)
Total equity	175,714	177,925
Total liabilities and equity	$ 244,790	$ 240,597

AMERICAN OUTDOOR BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS
(In thousands, except per share data)

	For the Three Months Ended July 31,
	2024	2023
	(Unaudited)
Net sales	$ 41,643	$ 43,445
Cost of sales	22,717	23,726
Gross profit	18,926	19,719
Operating expenses:
Research and development	1,674	1,599
Selling, marketing, and distribution	11,383	12,054
General and administrative	8,443	10,151
Total operating expenses	21,500	23,804
Operating loss	(2,574)	(4,085)
Other (expense)/income, net:
Other income, net	83	39
Interest income/(expense), net	148	(12)
Total other (expense)/income, net	231	27
Loss from operations before income taxes	(2,343)	(4,058)
Income tax expense	22	55
Net loss	$ (2,365)	$ (4,113)
Net loss per share:
Basic	$ (0.18)	$ (0.31)
Diluted	$ (0.18)	$ (0.31)

AMERICAN OUTDOOR BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS
(Unaudited)

	For the Three Months Ended July 31,
	2024	2023
	(In thousands)
Cash flows from operating activities:
Net loss	$ (2,365)	$ (4,113)
Adjustments to reconcile net loss to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization	3,309	3,969
Provision for credit losses on accounts receivable	(19)	6
Stock-based compensation expense	932	932
Changes in operating assets and liabilities:
Accounts receivable	(599)	3,268
Inventories	(13,395)	(5,179)
Accounts payable	4,073	4,115
Accrued liabilities	2,794	2,122
Other	918	45
Net cash (used in)/provided by operating activities	(4,352)	5,165
Cash flows from investing activities:
Payments to acquire patents and software	(261)	(267)
Payments to acquire property and equipment	(844)	(569)
Net cash used in investing activities	(1,105)	(836)
Cash flows from financing activities:
Payments on notes and loans payable	—	(5,000)
Payments to acquire treasury stock	(381)	(2,268)
Payment of employee withholding tax related to restricted stock units	(397)	(300)
Net cash used in financing activities	(778)	(7,568)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents	(6,235)	(3,239)
Cash and cash equivalents, beginning of period	29,698	21,950
Cash and cash equivalents, end of period	$ 23,463	$ 18,711
Supplemental disclosure of cash flow information
Cash paid for:
Interest	$ 42	$ 117
Income taxes (net of refunds)	$ 36	$ 13

AMERICAN OUTDOOR BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES RECONCILIATION OF GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES TO NON-GAAP FINANCIAL MEASURES (In thousands, except per share data) (Unaudited)

	For the Three Months Ended July 31,
	2024	2023

GAAP gross profit	$ 18,926	$ 19,719
Non-recurring inventory reserve adjustment	221	—
Non-GAAP gross profit	$ 19,147	$ 19,719

GAAP operating expenses	$ 21,500	$ 23,804
Amortization of acquired intangible assets	(2,119)	(2,960)
Stock compensation	(932)	(932)
Technology implementation	—	(293)
Emerging growth status transition costs	(42)	—
Non-GAAP operating expenses	$ 18,407	$ 19,619

GAAP operating loss	$ (2,574)	$ (4,085)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets	2,119	2,960
Stock compensation	932	932
Non-recurring inventory reserve adjustment	221	—
Technology implementation	—	293
Emerging growth status transition costs	42	—
Non-GAAP operating income	$ 740	$ 100

GAAP net loss	$ (2,365)	$ (4,113)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets	2,119	2,960
Stock compensation	932	932
Non-recurring inventory reserve adjustment	221	—
Technology implementation	—	293
Emerging growth status transition costs	42	—
Income tax adjustments	(201)	26
Non-GAAP net income	$ 748	$ 98

GAAP net loss per share – diluted	$ (0.18)	$ (0.31)
Amortization of acquired intangible assets	0.16	0.22
Stock compensation	0.07	0.07
Non-recurring inventory reserve adjustment	0.02	—
Technology implementation	—	0.02
Emerging growth status transition costs	—	—
Income tax adjustments	(0.02)	—
Non-GAAP net income per share – diluted (a)	$ 0.06	$ 0.01

(a) Non-GAAP net income per share does not foot due to rounding.

AMERICAN OUTDOOR BRANDS, INC. AND SUBSIDIARIES
RECONCILIATION OF GAAP NET LOSS TO NON-GAAP ADJUSTED EBITDAS (In thousands) (Unaudited)

	For the Three Months Ended July 31,
		2024	2023
GAAP net loss	$	(2,365)	$	(4,113)
Interest (income)/expense		(148)		12
Income tax expense		22		55
Depreciation and amortization		3,284		3,945
Stock compensation		932		932
Technology implementation		—		293
Non-recurring inventory reserve adjustment		221		—
Emerging growth status transition costs		42		—
Non-GAAP Adjusted EBITDAS	$	1,988	$	1,124

Contact:
Liz Sharp, VP, Investor Relations
[email protected]
(573) 303-4620

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Frontier Airlines to Participate in the Morgan Stanley 12th Annual Laguna Conference

DENVER, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Frontier Airlines, Inc., a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC), today announced that Barry Biffle, CEO, will present at the Morgan Stanley 12^th Annual Laguna Conference on Wednesday, September 11, 2024 at 1:25pm PDT.

The event will be webcast and may be accessed through a link posted to the Company’s investor relations website at https://ir.flyfrontier.com/news-and-events/events. The webcast will be archived for 90 days and will be accessible through the same website address.

About Frontier Airlines

Frontier Airlines, Inc., a subsidiary of Frontier Group Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULCC), is committed to “Low Fares Done Right.” Headquartered in Denver, Colorado, the Company operates 148 A320 family aircraft and has the largest A320neo family fleet in the U.S. The use of these aircraft, along with Frontier’s high-density seating configuration and weight-saving initiatives, have contributed to Frontier’s continued ability to be the most fuel-efficient of all major U.S. carriers when measured by ASMs per fuel gallons consumed. With nearly 200 new Airbus planes on order, Frontier will continue to grow to deliver on the mission of providing affordable travel across America.

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BIG COMEDY NETWORK PARTNERS WITH SAM HOUSTON RACE PARK SITE FOR HOUSTON COMEDY SERIES

Northwest Houston Horse Track Continues to Diversify into Entertainment Destination

HOUSTON, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Big Comedy Network and Sam Houston Race Park, a PENN Entertainment (“PENN”) property, are excited to announce a partnership that will bring top-tier comedy to the iconic horse track. Beginning this September, customers can enjoy hilarious performances during both live racing and non-racing days.

The monthly series kicks off September 20-21, headlined by acclaimed comedian Scott Henry, Co-Founder and President of Big Comedy Network. Henry, a comedy industry veteran with a 37-year career, will share the stage with Barry Laminack, a nationally touring comedian and popular sports show host in Houston.

The series continues on October 11-12 featuring a fan favorite, Cocoa Brown. Brown is known for her appearances in Tyler Perry film and television projects and her standup performances on BET+ and Showtime.

Rounding out the year, Adam Ferrara, known for his roles in “Nurse Jackie,” “Rescue Me,” and “Top Gear USA,” will take the stage on November 8-9 while Lace Larrabee, an AGT semi-finalist and one of comedy’s hottest rising stars, closes out the series December 27-28.

“We’re excited to bring a lineup of comedy stars and rising talents to Sam Houston Race Park,” said Catherine Kamei, Co-Founder and CEO of Big Comedy Network. “This iconic venue is the perfect setting for our curated lineup of powerhouse comedians who embody the vibrancy and diversity of Houston. Together, we’re adding another exciting dimension to Sam Houston Race Park’s entertainment offerings and are thrilled to be part of their vision as a go-to destination for laughter and fun.”

“We look forward to welcoming these top-tier comedians and their fans to our venue and making Houston one of their annual stops in the future,” said Bryan Pettigrew, Vice President and General Manager of Texas Racing Operations for PENN Entertainment. “We continue to add exciting, year-round entertainment options and this partnership further bolsters our event programming. Our focus has been bringing new customers to Sam Houston for horse racing, concerts, simulcast betting, car shows and numerous corporate events and this premium comedy series adds to that mix.”

Upcoming Shows & Dates

September 20-21, 2024: Scott Henry and Barry Laminack

October 11-12, 2024: Cocoa Brown

November 8-9, 2024: Adam Ferrara

December 27-28: Lace Larrabee

Ticket Information

Scott Henry and Barry Laminack	Friday, September 20 – 7:00 PM
	Saturday, September 21 – 7:00 PM
Cocoa Brown	Friday, October 11 – 7:00 PM
	Saturday, October 12 – 7:00 PM
	Saturday, October 12 – 9:30 PM
Adam Ferrara	Friday, November 8 – 7:00 PM
	Saturday, November 9 – 7:00 PM
	Saturday, November 9 – 9:30 PM
Lace Larrabee	Friday, December 27 – 7:00 PM
	Saturday, December 28 – 7:00 PM
	Saturday, December 28 – 9:30 PM

About Sam Houston Race Park
Sam Houston Race Park is Houston’s premier racing and entertainment facility, located just 15 miles northwest of downtown Houston. Owned by PENN Entertainment Inc., the racetrack, which opened in 1994, offers a variety of attractions for businesses, group outings and families during racing and the off-season. The track is best known for its award-winning dining and features multiple areas for fans looking for casual to upscale dining options including its Winner’s Circle Restaurant, Jockey Club, Luxury Suites and Pavilion Centre. For more information or tickets to upcoming live racing, shows and events, please visit www.shrp.com or follow on: Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, TikTok or YouTube.

About Big Comedy Network
Big Comedy Network is a multi-faceted entertainment company that develops, produces, and distributes unique and thought-provoking comedy projects. From live shows to podcasts and streaming series, the company is committed to delivering unforgettable experiences. Its thoughtfully curated live shows feature a roster of comedy heavy hitters that capture the unique vibe of the local community. Big Comedy Network’s critically acclaimed podcasts and streaming series have been lauded as among the best in the genre for their originality and quality, offering a refreshing departure from mainstream comedy. For more information visit www.BigComedyNetwork.com or follow on: Instagram or YouTube.

Contact:
David Palomo
[email protected]

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Southward Advisors, Delta Airlines, Aeromexico and other key Market Leaders to Host a one Day Summit on North Carolina

RALEIGH, N.C., Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Various strategic partners have aligned for a one day trade summit in Raleigh on September 19^th that will focus on North Carolina’s unique business relationship with Mexico. The event looks to connect and educate key industry leaders from North Carolina and Mexico on Mexico’s business climate, Nearshoring opportunities, logistics, and connectivity from the Triangle to Mexico via Aeromexico’s new daily service from Raleigh-Durham to Mexico City and the overall connectivity between North Carolina and Mexico via the Delta/Aeromexico alliance.

Mexico is currently North Carolina’s third largest trading partner only behind Canada and China. Today’s current Nearshoring climate for moving supply chains back to the Western hemisphere makes Mexico a more attractive strategic location for North Carolina based firms. John Hyatt, the CEO of Southward Advisors, a supply chain consulting firm focused on Mexico and Latin America sees the summit as an opportunity to motivate Tar Heel based business leaders to invest in Mexico for a more stable supply chain. “So many firms that contact us are interested in manufacturing in Mexico but have never known where to take the first step. For other firms, they never had a solid business case for Mexico because Latin American business climates can look so opaque from an American perspective. We are looking forward to a lot of constructive dialogue on these topics on September 19^th.“

Aeromexico’s daily service has seen solid success amongst leisure and business travelers since launching on July 1^st. “We are pleased with the performance of our MEX-RDU flight.” said José Zapata, Aeromexico’s VP of Sales for North America “If demand continues to increase, we may consider upgrading the route to a larger aircraft. I am thrilled about this summit as it will give Delta and Aeromexico executives a forum to speak about our alliance and its unique offerings to business and leisure travelers.” As members of SkyTeam, the two airlines have been in a strategic alliance for over two decades.

Other key speakers and sponsors will include Grupo Posadas, the largest hotel chain in Mexico, American entrepreneurs in Mexico who will share their stories, cross border finance, legal and logistics experts, and food and beverage/hospitality leaders from Mexico.

Tickets to the event at Fifth Third Bank in Raleigh’s North Hills district are currently on sale for $89.

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Mohegan Sun Named “Best Casino Hotel” for the Seventh Year in a Row in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards

Mohegan’s flagship property also placed within the top five for “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas” and “Best Players Club”

UNCASVILLE, Conn., Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Renowned integrated entertainment destination, Mohegan Sun, has been voted “Best Casino Hotel” for the seventh consecutive year in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. With this distinction, Mohegan Sun retains the record for most wins in the “Best Casino Hotel” category more than any other nominee since the award program’s inception in 2013. Mohegan Sun placed within the top five in the “Best Casino Outside of Las Vegas” category and Momentum, Mohegan Sun’s rewards program, was ranked #2 in the “Best Players Club” category. Nominees for all categories in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards are chosen by a panel of relevant experts, which include a combination of editors from USA TODAY, editors from 10Best.com, relevant expert contributors, and sources for both these media and other Gannett properties. Voting took place over a four-week period this summer through 10Best.com, which averages 5 million visitors per month.

“For seven years in a row, Mohegan Sun has been named ‘Best Casino Hotel’ in the USA TODAY 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, and this achievement continues to be a direct result of the dedication that our team members put forward every day in creating unforgettable experiences for our guests,” said Jeff Hamilton, President & General Manager of Mohegan Sun. “Our Momentum Rewards also achieved high marks, which is another tremendous honor as so much hard work goes into making this program one of the best in the industry!”

This year has been an abundant award season for Mohegan Sun. In Casino Player Magazine’s “Best of Gaming – New England” awards, Mohegan Sun snagged the top spot in categories “Best Hotel,” “Best Hotel Lobby,” “Favorite Casino Resort To Vacation At,” “Best VIP Lounge/Services,” “Best Promotions,” “Best Slot Tournaments,” “Best Craps,” “Best Video Poker,” “Best Overall Sportsbook,” and “Best Prop Bets.” The 10,000-seat Mohegan Sun Arena was also recently recognized as “Casino of the Year – Arena” at the 17th Annual Academy of Country Music Awards, and was named “Casino Venue of the Year” at the 35th Annual Pollstar Awards in February.

For more information about Mohegan Sun, visit mohegansun.com.

ABOUT MOHEGAN SUN

Owned by Mohegan, Mohegan Sun is one of the largest, most spectacular entertainment, gaming, dining and shopping destinations in the United States. Situated on 185 acres along the Thames River in scenic Southeastern Connecticut, Mohegan Sun is home to two unique casinos, 1,600 deluxe hotel rooms, two world-class spas, a golf course, over 70 shops, restaurants and bars as well as three award-winning entertainment venues including a 10,000-seat Arena. Mohegan Sun is within easy access of New York, Boston, Hartford and Providence and located 15 minutes from the museums, antique shops and waterfront of Mystic Country. More information is available by calling 1.888.226.7711 or visiting mohegansun.com. Connect with us on Facebook, follow us on X and Instagram @mohegansun and view us on YouTube.

Charisse Huff
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San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance Celebrates the Birth of a Sumatran Tiger Cub at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park

Cub’s Arrival Makes Important Contributions to Genetic Diversity and Overall Health of Sumatran Tiger Species

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance is celebrating the birth of a Sumatran tiger cub at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park’s Tull Family Tiger Trail habitat. The cub was born August 23 to first-time mother Jillian. This birth is an important step in San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance’s ongoing work to conserve Sumatran tigers.

Image of Sumatran tiger cub born at San Diego Zoo Safari Park on August 23, 2024

Wildlife care specialists are closely monitoring Jillian and her cub, and they report Jillian has quickly taken to being a mom and has been demonstrating all the expected and correct maternal behaviors. The cub has shown attachment to Jillian and has been very active and vocal as they explore and grow.

“We are thrilled at the birth of this very special tiger cub at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park,” said Lisa Peterson, senior vice president and executive director, San Diego Zoo Safari Park. “This birth adds Jillian’s incredibly important genes into the pool of the population, furthering the genetic diversity and health of the Sumatran tiger species.” Added Peterson, “Jillian’s care team has done an exceptional job monitoring her and her cub throughout this process, and it has been a joy for them to watch her enjoy motherhood. We hope this cub will allow our guests to gain a greater understanding of this incredibly special species and the importance of conserving their natural habitats.”

The birth is a result of a breeding recommendation through the AZA Sumatran Tiger Species Survival Plan (SSP) Program. Each SSP Program, overseen by conservationists nationwide, ensures genetic diversity and healthy, self-sustaining assurance populations of threatened and endangered wildlife.

With only an estimated 400 to 600 remaining in native habitats, Sumatran tigers are critically endangered. Tigers face many challenges, including loss of habitat, human-wildlife coexistence and poaching. People can help protect tigers by avoiding products made with non-sustainable palm oil, an industry that harms tiger habitats, and by refusing to purchase items made from endangered wildlife.

Jillian and her cub will remain in her den for several weeks. This window of time is crucial, as it allows the youngsters to bond with and learn from their mother. When Jillian is ready, she will bring her cub out of the den, where they will have access to a specially designed maternity habitat that allows Jillian to keep an eye on her cub while they explore the outdoors for the first time. Wildlife care specialists estimate this will happen when the cub is 10 to 12 weeks old, though it will be dependent on health and behavior.

About San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance
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DIVERSE PORTS, MAJESTIC CITIES, AND NEW SHORE EXCURSIONS TO HEADLINE SEABOURN’S 2024-2025 ASIA CRUISE SEASON

SEATTLE, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Seabourn, the leader in ultra-luxury cruising and expedition travel, is offering an extraordinary line-up of Asia itineraries for the late 2024 and 2025 cruise seasons. From December 2024 to March 2025, and again in November 2025, Seabourn Encore and Seabourn Quest will embark on a series of captivating voyages across Southeast Asia and Japan, visiting diverse regions, from the vibrant cultures of Vietnam and Thailand to the dazzling skyline of Singapore.

Fuji mountain and cherry blossoms in spring, Japan.

Seabourn Encore will start with seven sailings between Singapore and Hong Kong, then continue to Japan, and finish with a transpacific crossing, marking her first-ever visit to the United States. Seabourn Quest will explore Japan during the cherry blossom season in spring and return in the fall to showcase the country’s autumn landscapes and will visit new destinations such as Akita and Wakayama, Japan.

“With its diverse beauty, rich culture, and deep history, our ultra-luxury cruises to Asia continue to be a favorite among our guests,” said Natalya Leahy, president of Seabourn. “To meet the growing demand, we’ve enhanced our itineraries this season and are offering many exciting voyages throughout Asia to new, hidden gems across the region, ensuring even more exceptional experiences for our guests.”

Seabourn Encore Southeast Asia – Winter 2024 to Spring 2025

Seabourn Encore’s winter 2024 and spring 2025 season will allow guests to immerse themselves in the diverse landscapes, cultures, and histories of Southeast Asia in Vietnam, Thailand, Cambodia, and the Philippines. From December 2024 to March 2025, Seabourn Encore will start its season of seven voyages between Singapore and Hong Kong, China. With both 13-day and 14-day options, each itinerary will include unforgettable moments such as the line’s signature Caviar in the Surf experience in Koh Kood, Thailand, and overnights in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam.

Departing March 2, 2025, Seabourn Encore will offer a 14-day Southeast Asia & Japan voyage from Singapore to Kobe, Japan, featuring a new port of call never before visited by the Seabourn fleet – Tokushima, Japan. The itinerary will also feature an overnight in Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam and maiden calls for Seabourn Encore to Kochi, Japan and Kobe, Japan.

The ship will finish its season with a 25-day Japan & Hawaiian Islands Pacific Crossing from Kobe, Japan to Long Beach, California, featuring a maiden call to Wakayama, Japan and the ship’s first ever visit to the United States. The sailing will also include a selection of sea days with bespoke, curated onboard entertainment programs, featuring a star-studded line-up of performers and guest speakers. Additional details will be announced soon.

Seabourn Quest Southeast Asia and Japan – Spring 2025

Setting sail from March through April 2025, Seabourn Quest’s 2025 Spring Asia itineraries range from 14 to 34 days with options to combine voyages for a truly comprehensive exploration of Asia. Guests will explore the northernmost and southernmost islands of Japan, immersing themselves in the nation’s geography, history, and beauty at the height of cherry blossom season.

Seabourn will also offer a “Pacific Passage: Golden Week to Glacier Bay” 20-day voyage departing in April 2025. The best of both worlds, this itinerary will immerse guests in the vibrant cultural festivities of “Golden Week” in Japan, where they’ll witness the breathtaking beauty of cherry blossoms in full bloom, before heading to Alaska during the less-crowded early season to enjoy the stunning scenery and abundant wildlife.

Seabourn Quest Japan – Fall 2025

In fall 2025, Seabourn Quest will return to Japan to showcase the country’s iconic autumn landscapes. Between September and November 2025, the ship will embark on a series of four sailings, ranging from 12 to 41 days, visiting more than 20 destinations across Japan’s four main islands, as well as hidden gems of the smaller southern islands. Maiden calls for Seabourn Quest include Akita, with its hot springs and samurai districts; Ishinomaki, renowned for its vibrant arts scene; Niigata, celebrated for its coastal beauty; and Wakayama, home to impressive architecture and sacred sites.

Exciting New Shore Excursions

Seabourn is also introducing two new optional shore excursions, available on select voyages to Japan.

Very Best of Kobe: This full-day tour allows guests to explore the highlights of Kobe, including the majestic exterior of the UNESCO World Heritage Site, Himeji Castle, and the serene Koko-en Garden. Guests will enjoy a Kobe beef lunch and delve into Japan’s sake culture at the Kiku-Masamune Sake Brewery Museum, where they will learn about the traditional sake-making process.
Hiroshige Museum & Tea Ceremony: This half-day tour in Shimizu includes a visit to the Tokaido Hiroshige Museum of Art, where guests can admire traditional Japanese ukiyo-e art, followed by a Japanese tea ceremony at the serene Miyuki-tei house. The tour concludes with a scenic walk through the Miho-no-Matsubara pine grove, offering stunning views of Mount Fuji, weather permitting.

Interesting Seabourn Conversations Guest Speakers

Additionally, select voyages will host renowned speakers for the complimentary onboard enrichment program, Seabourn Conversations.

Jim Laurie, an international writer, lecturer, broadcaster and media consultant who specializes in Asia destinations, will join Seabourn Encore for several sailings between December 15, 2024, and February 16, 2025.
Ann Cleeves OBE, an award-winning author of more than 35 critically acclaimed novels, will sail during the ship’s 14-day holiday voyage from December 22, 2024 to January 5, 2025.

For reservations or more information on Seabourn’s 2024-2025 cruises to Asia, please call Seabourn at 1-800-929-9391, visit www.seabourn.com or contact a professional travel advisor.

About Seabourn:

Seabourn represents the pinnacle of ultra-luxury ocean and expedition travel and operates a suite of seven modern ships. The all-inclusive, boutique ships offer all-suite accommodations with oceanfront views; award-winning dining; complimentary premium spirits and fine wines available at all times; renowned service provided by an industry-leading crew; a relaxed, sociable atmosphere that makes guests feel at home; a pedigree in expedition travel through the Ventures by Seabourn program and two new ultra-luxury purpose-built expedition ships, including Seabourn Venture that launched in 2022 and Seabourn Pursuit in 2023. Seabourn takes travelers to every continent on the globe, visiting more than 400 ports including marquee cities and lesser-known ports and hideaways. Guests of Seabourn experience extraordinary offerings and programs, including partnerships with leading entertainers, dining, personal health and wellbeing, and engaging speakers.

Seabourn is a brand of Carnival Corporation and plc (NYSE/LSE: CCL andNYSE: CUK).

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Wanna.com Launches Revolutionary Daily Fantasy Sports App, ‘Wanna Parlay,’ Set to Disrupt the Sports Gaming Industry with the “World’s Richest Parlay”

CHICAGO, Sept. 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Wanna.com is proud to announce the launch of its groundbreaking daily fantasy sports app, Wanna Parlay, poised to revolutionize the sports gaming industry. With Wanna Parlay, players can compete against others to see who can build the best parlay and finish in the top 10 on any contest leaderboard to take home a substantial cash prize. The app offers multiple new contests every week and allows multiple entries and is the richest parlay in the world.