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Budapest Times
22-05-2025
- Business
- Budapest Times
Orbán: Hungary's energy supply is secure thanks to the Turkic countries
After meeting Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev at his office in Budapest on Tuesday, Prime Minister Viktor Orbán said Hungary's energy supply is secure thanks to the Turkic countries. At a joint press conference with Aliyev, PM Orbán said households would pay 2-3 times the price of energy if it were not for 'our Turkic friends', noting that the first shipment of natural gas from Azerbaijan arrived in Hungary last year and the country would import similar volumes this year too. PM Orbán said Azerbaijan had always been a staunch partner, no matter what difficulties Hungary had faced in recent decades. The prime minister said that at a time when global security 'is being tested by challenges', the value of 'reliable partners' meeting to review bilateral ties and assess the international situation should not be underestimated. For the first time in the history of the Organisation of Turkic States, Hungary is hosting one of its summits, PM Orbán noted. He said the war in Hungary's neighbourhood and the related sanctions had cost the economy more than 20 billion euros so far. He said that instead of isolating the conflict, the European Union had chosen to expand it and had backed war over peace, 'and this has caused a lot of damage.' 'The European economy is also in a difficult situation because the war and the sanctions have destroyed the strategic foundations of what had been successful economic growth,' PM Orbán said, adding that 'the ship of the European economy has to be navigated without a compass', which had led to a continuous energy crisis. Europeans, he said, were paying 3-4 times as much as Americans for gas and electricity, which had made it impossible to build a competitive economy. Meanwhile, he said Hungary had fought to be able to maintain energy relations with Russia, to which the Ukrainians had responded by 'turning off the Ukrainian pipeline'. 'It was after this that we made an agreement with our Turkic friends on supplying Hungary from the south,' he noted. The prime minister said Hungary appreciated that Azerbaijan has enabled Hungarian state-owned energy group MVM and oil and gas company MOL to acquire shares in its gas fields and pipelines. Hungary's stake in Azerbaijan's oil and gas fields ensures that it has hundreds of millions of cubic metres of gas and hundreds of thousands of barrels of oil a year on the international energy market, he added. Hungary and Azerbaijan have also agreed to expand their cooperation to the area of renewable energy, PM Orbán said. He said his talks with Aliyev had also covered economic matters and the issue of peace, adding that they had always agreed that the war could only be resolved through negotiations. PM Orbán congratulated Aliyev on finalising the text of an Azeri-Armenian peace agreement. He said the agreement was a good example of how a war could be resolved through diplomacy, adding that when it came to peace, every bit of success was 'hugely important' for Hungary in today's 'turbulent' international situation. Aliyev praised the two countries' friendly relations. He said the fact that Hungary was hosting a summit of the Organisation of Turkic States as an observer country proved its strong ties to its historical roots. He congratulated Hungary on its achievements, saying it was one of a handful of countries that pursued an independent foreign policy. Aliyev said Azerbaijan had always appreciated and respected how PM Orbán had upheld his country's national interests. He said Hungary had protected its national interests and had joined initiatives that had proven beneficial.
Yahoo
16-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
SIMPLY BETTER BRANDS CORP ANNOUNCES TRUBAR™ BRAND SELECTED FOR NATIONAL PROMOTION PROGRAM WITH COSTCO U.S.
TRUBAR™ to be featured in National MVM Promotion at Costco U.S. starting May 14th, 2025 VANCOUVER, BC, May 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Simply Better Brands Corp. ("SBBC" or the "Company") (TSXV: SBBC) (OTCQX: SBBCF) a rapidly growing brand accelerator in the global protein-based nutrition category, offering innovative, plant-based protein products that prioritize clean ingredients and exceptional taste, today announced the inclusion of TRUBAR™ in Costco U.S. latest multi-vendor mailer promotion nationwide between May 14th to June 8th, 2025. Contributing to TRUBAR™'s strong growth and distribution expansion in 2025, the MVM serves as one of Costco's flagship promotional tools – driving visibility and encouraging trial through exclusive savings offered to an engaged customer base. This highly anticipated promotion reaches millions of Costco members across the United States through direct mail, digital platforms, and in-store features, spotlighting a curated selection of products. TRUBAR™'s selection for the MVM program marks the third consecutive year the brand has earned national distribution through this channel. The campaign will spotlight the brand's top-selling bars: "Oh Oh Cookie Dough" and "Get in My Belly PB & Jelly." Erica Groussman, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of TRU Brands commented, "We're excited to have TRUBAR™ featured prominently once again in this popular promotion reinforcing our commitment to providing high-quality, plant-based products that cater to today's growing demand for alternative, better-for-you snacks. Costco remains an important building block in our distribution expansion and brand building strategy, and we're excited to continue to build this partnership." About Simply Better Brands Corp. Simply Better Brands Corp. is a rapidly growing brand accelerator in the global protein-based nutrition category, delivering premium protein products made with clean ingredients, exceptional taste, and a commitment to sustainable health and wellness. Focused on innovation and customer empowerment, the company aims to redefine modern nutrition while expanding its reach in this dynamic market. For more information on Simply Better Brands Corp., please visit: Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. SOURCE Simply Better Brands Corp. View original content to download multimedia: Sign in to access your portfolio
Cision Canada
12-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
SIMPLY BETTER BRANDS CORP ANNOUNCES TRUBAR™ BRAND SELECTED FOR NATIONAL PROMOTION PROGRAM WITH COSTCO U.S.
TRUBAR™ to be featured in National MVM Promotion at Costco U.S. starting May 14th, 2025 VANCOUVER, BC, May 12, 2025 /CNW/ - Simply Better Brands Corp. ("SBBC" or the "Company") (TSXV: SBBC) (OTCQX: SBBCF) a rapidly growing brand accelerator in the global protein-based nutrition category, offering innovative, plant-based protein products that prioritize clean ingredients and exceptional taste, today announced the inclusion of TRUBAR™ in Costco U.S. latest multi-vendor mailer promotion nationwide between May 14th to June 8th, 2025. Contributing to TRUBAR™'s strong growth and distribution expansion in 2025, the MVM serves as one of Costco's flagship promotional tools – driving visibility and encouraging trial through exclusive savings offered to an engaged customer base. This highly anticipated promotion reaches millions of Costco members across the United States through direct mail, digital platforms, and in-store features, spotlighting a curated selection of products. TRUBAR™ ' s selection for the MVM program marks the third consecutive year the brand has earned national distribution through this channel. The campaign will spotlight the brand's top-selling bars: "Oh Oh Cookie Dough" and "Get in My Belly PB & Jelly." Erica Groussman, Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer of TRU Brands commented, "We're excited to have TRUBAR™ featured prominently once again in this popular promotion reinforcing our commitment to providing high-quality, plant-based products that cater to today's growing demand for alternative, better-for-you snacks. Costco remains an important building block in our distribution expansion and brand building strategy, and we're excited to continue to build this partnership." About Simply Better Brands Corp. Simply Better Brands Corp. is a rapidly growing brand accelerator in the global protein-based nutrition category, delivering premium protein products made with clean ingredients, exceptional taste, and a commitment to sustainable health and wellness. Focused on innovation and customer empowerment, the company aims to redefine modern nutrition while expanding its reach in this dynamic market. For more information on Simply Better Brands Corp., please visit:
ABC News
12-05-2025
- Politics
- ABC News
The federal election demonstrated that Muslim votes do matter: A response to Ali Kadri - ABC Religion & Ethics
You can hear Ghaith Krayem discuss 'How powerful is the Muslim vote this election?' with Sami Shah, Dr Rachel Woodlock and Khaled Khalafalla on God Forbid on ABC Radio National. The recent article by Ali Kadri raises a number of important questions about the way Australian Muslims can engage in politics. But as a co-founder and the national spokesperson of Muslim Votes Matter (MVM), I believe that Kadri's criticism of the organisation misses the essence of what it represents and why it managed to strike a deep chord within the community. MVM is not a political party, and it doesn't pretend to be. It is a grassroots political advocacy and lobbying movement, built to address a vacuum that has long existed within the community — the absence of an organised, strategic Muslim political voice. In little more than fifteen months, MVM has grown from an idea into a nationwide movement, mobilising more than 1,000 volunteers to staff polling booths on election day. Our mission has always been clear. MVM exists: to increase political awareness and literacy within the Muslim community; to increase political awareness and literacy within the Muslim community; to shift the public narrative around Muslim political mobilisation; and to shift the public narrative around Muslim political mobilisation; and to translate that mobilisation into real-world influence. We are proud of the progress made on these fronts. The fact that conversations about Muslim political agency are now happening both within the community and in mainstream media is itself a sign that we are moving the needle. Contrary to claims that MVM lacks a policy agenda or clear demands, we have published our priorities for this term of federal parliament and sought written commitments from all major parties — to which the Australian Greens have responded positively. Our advocacy is driven not by protest or emotion, but by concrete goals grounded in community needs. The critique that MVM prioritises anger over strategy, I believe, fundamentally misreads our work. Yes, there is anger — righteous anger at a killing of tens of thousands of civilians in Gaza, and at what many Muslims consider to be the inaction or silence of political leaders. But that anger has been channelled into coordinated action. The federal election was a tactical moment within a larger, long-term strategy. It allowed us to demonstrate that not only can the Muslim community mobilise, it can also affect electoral outcomes in key seats — such as Calwell in Melbourne's outer-west, and Banks in south-west Sydney. They are tangible results of focused political organising, that point to a future in which Muslim Australians are no longer taken for granted politically. Some commentators have expressed concern that MVM's approach may alienate allies or reinforce identity politics. But political organising around shared identity and interests are, and have always been, a feature of Australian political life. Whether unions, environmental groups or faith-based movements, all communities have the right to advocate for their interests. Muslim Australians are no exception. Rather than fracture the Australian community, MVM has brought together people who have long been marginalised and thereby created space for a more inclusive political conversation. Needless to say, we are not naïve about the road ahead. Political advocacy inevitably invites backlash, and success will bring attempts at co-option or dilution. But we are prepared. MVM was never about just one election — it was about building a sustained presence, a movement that can engage, pressure and negotiate with power, while staying accountable to its base. For too long, Australian Muslim political engagement has focused on relationships — often relationships that have delivered little more than photo opportunities or empty statements. MVM wants to shift the focus to outcomes. Relationships will always matter, but they must serve the larger goal of delivering meaningful change for our community. As we move forward, MVM will continue to evolve, learn and deepen its influence. For now, however, we can be confident that the era of the politically invisible Muslim voter is over. MVM has helped awaken a new political consciousness among Muslims, and it would be risky for the political establishment to ignore it. We welcome critical engagement with our work, but we ask that it be grounded in facts. Ali Kadri claims, for example, that Muslim Votes Matter: urged people to preference Labor last on how-to-vote cards. In some electorates, Labor was placed behind parties that have long opposed multiculturalism and even Muslim communities themselves. This is not true. MVM preferenced the ALP ahead of the Coalition in 146 out of 150 seats, and in no seat across the whole country did we place the ALP last on the ballot. The real story of MVM is not one of protest versus policy, but of a movement finding its footing, testing its power and opening a new chapter in Australian political life — one where Muslim voices are truly heard and hard to ignore. Ghaith Krayem is the national spokesperson of Muslim Votes Matter.
USA Today
11-05-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Bo Nix and Courtland Sutton send fun care packages to their moms
Bo Nix and Courtland Sutton send fun care packages to their moms The Denver Broncos' duo of Courtland Sutton and Bo Nix aren't done sending packages yet. They are sending special packages to their moms for Mother's Day. In April, Sutton and Nix teamed up to send a personalized care package to Broncos draft picks. Ahead of Mother's Day today, they sent packages a little closer to home. "We may be great athletes, but we're even better sons," Sutton said in an Instagram post sponsored by FedEx. Nix said that he loves that his mom is "the most hard-working person I know, and she taught me to be independent." Sutton said that his mom is the best "because she loves me, and she's taught me everything about this game of life." In their packages, both of the teammates sent framed pictures of them and their moms, a MVM (most valuable mom) trophy, and a personalized mix tape CD. Sutton sent a pair of his cleats that he used during the 2024 season to make a toe-tapping touchdown from Nix to his mother, while Nix sent a Broncos keychain to his mother. Nix and Sutton are strengthening their off-the-field relationship, which will hopefully transfer over to even more successful on-the-field success in 2025. Related: These 25 celebrities are Broncos fans.
