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Unilever's Personal Care brands, including Axe, Degree, Dove, and Dove Men+Care, have been named Official Sponsors of the CONMEBOL Copa América USA 2024™. This partnership marks the first time Unilever has sponsored the tournament, with a focus on generating excitement through sponsorship activations and unique experiences across the brands. The tournament will feature 16 teams competing over 24 days in 14 cities across the United States, with Argentina as the defending champions. Unilever's Personal Care brands will engage fans through retail promotions, digital activations, and stadium experiences to celebrate the energy and emotion of the competition. The partnership aims to connect with a large soccer fan audience, enhance brand power, and promote sports for future generations.

Unilever's Ice Cream Business Group's project to reduce carbon emissions at its U.S. factories has been selected by the U.S. Department of Energy for award negotiations, potentially receiving $20.9 million in support. The project aims to cut 14,000 metric tons of carbon emissions annually, moving towards carbon neutrality for factories producing popular brands like Ben & Jerry's and Talenti.

Unilever United States Inc. is voluntarily recalling select Knorr Sopa Soup Mix products due to potential allergen risk.

Unilever has announced the sale of its Suave brand in North America to Yellow Wood Partners LLC. This move is part of Unilever's strategy to shift towards more strategic growth opportunities. Esi Eggleston Bracey, President of Unilever USA, expressed confidence in Suave's future success under new ownership. The transaction is expected to close in Q2 2023, pending regulatory approvals. Suave will continue to be managed by Unilever outside the U.S. and Canada. Financial details of the sale have not been disclosed.

Unilever Food Solutions is recalling approximately 553 cases of Knorr Professional Soup du Jour Red Thai Style Curry Chicken with Rice Soup Mix due to undeclared milk in the product. This poses a risk of severe allergic reactions for those sensitive to milk. The affected lot, produced on January 19, 2022, was distributed from March 15 to July 12, 2022. Although no consumer complaints have been reported, customers are advised not to consume the product and to seek refunds with proof of purchase.

Unilever PLC filed its Annual Report on Form 20-F for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2021, on March 9, 2022. The report is accessible on their investor relations website. In 2021, Unilever reported sales of €52.4 billion, with a strong presence in developing markets and a portfolio of around 400 brands. The company emphasizes its commitment to sustainable business practices and has received recognition in various sustainability indices. For further details, the report can be requested free of charge from their Investor Relations Department.

Galileo Acquisition Corp. (NYSE: GLEO) announced a special meeting scheduled for September 28, 2021, to vote on a proposed business combination with Shapeways, Inc., a leader in digital manufacturing. The SEC has declared effective Galileo's registration statement, allowing the meeting to proceed. This merger could yield up to $195 million for Shapeways, including a $75 million PIPE investment, enhancing its manufacturing capabilities and market reach. Shareholders eligible to vote must be on record by August 2, 2021.

A new playground named DREAM Park was inaugurated on July 16 at Martin Luther King Park in San Antonio, providing a space for local youth to Be the Dream. The opening event featured representatives from the Eastside Boys & Girls Club, Unilever, and H-E-B. The playground transforms previously unused land to benefit the community, funded through partnerships and donations. Unilever's initiatives aim to empower women and families impacted by the pandemic, emphasizing community support through this project.