Monday, November 11, 2024

Twice Daily Journo Requests - 11/11/2024

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Category Topics Requests
Business and Finance Bitcoin, futures market, cryptocurrency, staff retention, hospitality industry, Ireland, employment programs, formerly incarcerated, workforce inclusion, grocery prices, economics, agriculture, SMEs, B2C, celebrity endorsements 5
Technology and Innovation artificial intelligence, immigration, security, machine learning, ethics, banking malware, cybersecurity, threats 3
Health and Wellness cortisol, menopause, nutrition, wellness, beauty, health launches, dermatology, hair loss, expert commentary, smoking cessation, addiction, personal stories, Barrett's oesophagus, patient stories, health journalism, mental wellbeing, countryside, herbal medicine, calendula tea, pharmacology, CBD oil, medicinal effects, health professionals, skincare, ADHD, friendships, psychology, friendship, neurodiversity, reproductive health [+ 2 more] 13
Lifestyle and Entertainment spa retreats, wellness, Scotland, Christmas gifts, beauty products, fashion, sustainable practices, beauty innovations, wellness products, gift guide, home goods, holiday shopping, affluent consumers, Italian products, shopping, food review, product reviews, giveaway, Christmas, products, activewear, sports, alcohol, beverages, reviews, adult products, advent calendars, product review, gift shopping, holiday gifts [+ 39 more] 31
Politics and Government planning department, government policy, workload issues, COP29, environmental policy, climate change, economics, cost of living, Trump administration, election results, consumer spending, economic impact 4
Education and Academia infant care, child development, parenting 1
Science and Environment 0
Travel and Hospitality vacation planning, Strava, runners, security tips, pickpocketing, tourism, luxury tourism, UK travel, tourist accommodations, Igloo hotels, winter tours, Norway, holiday travel, travel trends, US UK, skiing, Chamonix, adventure travel 6
Sports and Recreation QPR, transfer window, signings 1
Arts and Culture pop culture, entertainment, events, historical research, popular culture, Christmas traditions 2
Legal and Law family courts, custody arrangements, legal experience 1
Media and Communication gift guide, Christmas gifts, lifestyle products, TikTok, events, coverage, interviews, exclusives, reality television, digital scam, fraud, consumer stories, weather expert, UK, media campaign 5
Career and Professional Development HR practices, interviewing, candidate evaluation 1
Home and Family interior design, newlyweds, first home, wedding essentials, mortgage, affordability, expenses, air fryer, costs, kitchen appliances, real estate, case studies, property ownership, cleaning tips, stainless steel, holiday preparation, cleaning, oven trays, home tips, mould prevention, wardrobe maintenance, gardening, dahlia bulbs, winter care 9
Other / Miscellaneous scam baiting, online safety, cybersecurity 1

Business


@LizKNapolitano [2.4K]

Bitcoin, futures market, cryptocurrency

Do any experts want to talk about Bitcoin futures open interest? I'm also interested in discussing more broadly the type of things you all are watching in this market. LizKNapolitano on TG #journorequest

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@edaeinoconnell [2.3K]

staff retention, hospitality industry, Ireland

Are you struggling to retain staff in the Irish hospitality industry? I want to talk to you for a piece I’m writing. DM or email edaeinoconnell95@gmail.com #journorequest #Irishhospitality

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@haileymensik1 [1.1K]

employment programs, formerly incarcerated, workforce inclusion

Looking for companies with programs to hire staff who were formerly incarcerated for a story this week. Please share if you have an example! Email: hmensik@worklife.news #journorequest

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@Emilys_bond [742]

grocery prices, economics, agriculture

Looking to speak to economists/experts about #Trump admins expected impact on grocery store prices. Either #agriculture experts #economists with insight. For #huffpost DM or email Emily.southard.bond@gmail.com #journorequest

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@janeimrie_ [614]

SMEs, B2C, celebrity endorsements

πŸ“’πŸ“’πŸ“’ Looking for UK SMEs with celeb customers for a B2C festive piece. Fashion, tech, beauty, homeware etc - must be able to name the celeb & if you have photos/social posts even better! Email hello[at]janeimrie[dot]co[dot]uk or DM me #journorequest #prrequest #SmallBiz

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Tech


@qwoted [19K]

artificial intelligence, immigration, security

A reporter for @CNBC is seeking #AIExpert, #SecurityExpert, or #ImmigrationExpert on how AI is currently being used to enforce and support #Immigration Get Qwoted: https://t.co/y4kxYOPQzu #journorequest #PRrequest #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #ImmigrationReform #Security https://t.co/HgTXvIxZ11

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@dragonwolftech [6.5K]

artificial intelligence, machine learning, ethics

I'm interested in speaking with AI and machine learning educators, thinkers, and experts on whether the dangers of AI are overhyped or if it is just a matter of time before Skynet comes online. #journorequest. https://t.co/UVkTnxMxrY

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@Chiara_Cav [1.3K]

banking malware, cybersecurity, threats

who wants to talk to me about the riveting topic of banking malware? the latest threats, the volume, how to stay safe etc #journorequest

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Health


@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

cortisol, menopause, nutrition

#journorequest magazine is looking for healthcare professionals, menopause specialists or nutritionists who know about the effects of cortisol on the body in midlife and how we can regulate and reduce it https://t.co/ZAXr83irvp

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

wellness, beauty, health launches

#journorequest Scotland's best selling home magazine seeks science-backed beauty and health launches centred around wellness https://t.co/R0e7w93ZC4

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@qwoted [19K]

dermatology, hair loss, expert commentary

A reporter for @Forbes is seeking #Dermatologist for expert commentary on @wearehims Hair Loss for Men Get Qwoted: https://t.co/XRYvEO4DhN #journorequest #PRrequest #HairLoss #MensHairLoss #Hims #SkinExpert #HairExpert #HaircareExpert #Medical #Doctor

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@katbrown [15K]

smoking cessation, addiction, personal stories

#journorequest Are you a cigarette smoker who's ever tried to give up? Or an ex-smoker who took years to quit because it's so bloody hard? Drop me a line as I'd love to speak to you for the i paper.

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@JulesJournalist [1.8K]

Barrett's oesophagus, patient stories, health journalism

#journorequest still looking for a patient with barrett's oesophagus for a health piece! #barrettsoesophagus

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@SavannahWPR [765]

mental wellbeing, countryside, wellness

I'm looking to speak to a psychologist or wellness experts to provide some commentary on why going to the countryside and having 'friendsmas' is good for mental wellbeing for a national PR campaign. Get in touch- savannah.wallace@dentsu.com #journorequest #prrequest @PressPlugs

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@writtenbylacey [530]

herbal medicine, calendula tea, pharmacology

ISO physicians and/or pharmacists who can speak on the benefits of calendula tea. This is for an article that will appear on SingleCare's The Checkup. Please email me at lacey@writtenbylacey.com thank you! #journorequest #pr #prrequest

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@itswellwriter [343]

CBD oil, medicinal effects, health professionals

Are you a U.S.-based registered dietitian, nurse, or M.D. familiar with the medicinal effects of CBD oil? I need your expert insights for an upcoming Forbes Health article. Shoot me an email at: johnae@thewellwriter.com. #journorequest

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@ChloeKeysPR [268]

dermatology, wellness, skincare

Still looking for a dermatologist to answer some questions for a wellness national US campaign ‼️🚨 #prrequest #journorequest

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@ReadingSince92 [143]

ADHD, friendships, psychology

I am currently writing an article for an ADHD bookazine about why those with ADHD struggle to make and maintain friendships. I'm looking to speak to any psychologists or experts specialising in this field for the piece. #journorequest #pressrequest #psychology #ADHD

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@ReadingSince92 [142]

ADHD, friendship, neurodiversity

I am currently writing an article for an ADHD bookazine. I'm looking to speak to anyone with ADHD/RSD who has found it difficult to either make friendships or keep friendships because of their condition. #journorequest #ADHD #neurodiversity #psychology #rsd

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@ReadingSince92 [142]

ADHD, friendship, psychology

I am currently writing an article for an ADHD bookazine about why those with ADHD struggle to make and maintain friendships. I'm looking to speak to any psychologists or experts specialising in this field for the piece. #journorequests #pressrequest #psychology #ADHD

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@Inesiswriting [115]

reproductive health, contraceptive care, Canada

Twitter people, I am looking to speak to someone regarding access to reproductive/contraceptive care in Canada for an article I am writing. Get in touch if you work in that field #journorequest #writing #canada #contraception #reproductive #care #Journalist

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Lifestyle


@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

spa retreats, wellness, Scotland

#prrequest Scotland's best selling home magazine seeks news of interesting spa and wellness retreats for 2025, particularly those based in Scotland https://t.co/h2wxhjgVLx

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

Christmas gifts, beauty products, fashion

#journorequest title is now receiving news and relevant content for its Christmas Gift Guide. The journalist is looking for beauty products, gift sets, fashion items, stocking fillers, and homeware items https://t.co/sT617qiDP3

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

sustainable practices, beauty innovations, wellness products

#journorequest title seeks the latest innovations, technology advances, sustainable practices and any hair, beauty or wellness brand, product or retailer news https://t.co/cb8YiftiTd

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

gift guide, home goods, holiday shopping

#journorequest publication seeks submissions for its Christmas Gift Guide. Categories include high-end bed linens, bath towels, robes and more https://t.co/LCTmspZHnR

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

Christmas gifts, affluent consumers, gift guide

#journorequest title seeks news and products for its Christmas gift guide. The journalist is looking for gifts for affluent Gen X/over 50s, as well as adult children and grandchildren https://t.co/siTgStfiWR

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

Italian products, shopping, food review

#journorequest title seeks non-seasonal Italian products for its bi-monthly shopping pages and review features https://t.co/ZpKmPgarpw

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

beauty products, fashion, product reviews

#journorequest daily newspaper is interested in receiving beauty, fashion or lifestyle products for review as part of its Shopping Finder TikTok https://t.co/VEFhf2ib0V

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

giveaway, Christmas, products

#journorequest publication seeks products to feature for its Christmas giveaway https://t.co/yDJwO1K9zs

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

activewear, fashion, sports

#journorequest women's magazine seeks long lead news from activewear, sports, trainer and fashion brands https://t.co/o9AHDS18sy

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

Christmas gifts, holiday shopping, product reviews

#prrequest e-zine is now seeking various products and accessories for its Christmas gift guide. The journalist is looking for the following: perfumes, makeup, bags, towels, and home decor (candles, books etc) https://t.co/L99pjKmrPG

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

Christmas gifts, fashion, beauty products

DEADLINE TODAY! Magazine seeks relevant content and products for its Christmas Gift Guides. The Editor is looking for fashion, beauty and accessories products for him and her to feature in multiple Christmas Gift Guide articles https://t.co/sPhbb2YjYI #editorialrequest #prrequest

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@theversionhq [57K]

alcohol, beverages, reviews

Looking to review alcoholic drinks pre-christmas for https://t.co/AMNX7hAfp9 Beers, lagers, wines, spirits... email editor@theversion.co.uk with opportunities. Thank you #foodanddrinkpr #journorequest #prrequest

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@AlixFox [22K]

adult products, advent calendars, product review

Open the window, then close the curtains... Seeking sexy adult product advent calendars to review for Fabulous online. Deadline 18th Nov. Hialixfox@gmail.com #JournoRequest Thank you, steamspurts!

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@qwoted [19K]

gift shopping, holiday gifts, personal shopper

SHORT DEADLINE: A reporter for @AptTherapy is looking for a #PersonalShopper on gifts at @Target Get Qwoted: https://t.co/ICUkVm7uEU #journorequest #PRrequest #Gift #HolidayGift #Target #TargetGift #TargetShopping #Shopping #Gifting #Christmas #ChristmasGift

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@FashionMonUSA [8.9K]

fashion, gift guide, beauty

#journorequest fashion magazine seeks news and relevant content for its Christmas gift guide. The journalist is looking to receive fashion and beauty gift ideas including stocking stuffers https://t.co/WtENzBCqZr

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@FashionMonUSA [8.9K]

Christmas gifts, affluent consumers, gift guide

#journorequest title seeks news and products for its Christmas gift guide. The journalist is looking for gifts for affluent Gen X/over 50s, as well as adult children and grandchildren https://t.co/iRK7aGiUMR

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@FashionMonUSA [8.9K]

Italian products, shopping, food review

#journorequest title seeks non-seasonal Italian products for its bi-monthly shopping pages and review features https://t.co/Lcq4rqz3bZ

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@LaurenKHughes [5.2K]

wedding makeup, bridal beauty, preparation

Looking to chat to a bridal makeup artists for a few research questions on wedding day makeup and the prep it involves #journorequest

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@hgvandepeer [5K]

debt, financial struggles, consumer credit

Looking to speak to anyone who has struggled to pay off debt accrued on Klarna/PayPal Credit/ClearPay (etc) for a sensitively-handled story. Needs to be okay with being pictured (if not named) and talking on the phone. For nationals via @SWNS #journorequest

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@MelHunterwrites [2.3K]

side hustle, financial tips, retirement income

Are you 60+ with a surprising way to make extra money? Maybe your talent for gift-wrapping or interiors is making you cash? Perhaps your cooking skills or family recipe is spinning money? Maybe you unearth car boot bargains and resell for profit? Email in my bio. #journorequest

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@wordswithlayla [1.5K]

dating, psychology, relationships

Looking for a quick comment from a psychologist on a topical dating story #journorequest Email: layla.nicholson@reachplc.com

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@CamHenderson98 [1.1K]

doom spending, anxiety relief, consumer behavior

Looking to speak to people who are 'doom spending' to relieve anxiety following Donald Trump's election win. Please drop me a message if you are happy to talk! #journorequest

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@LucyNotaranton2 [866]

parenting, expert advice, family

Looking for an urgent comment from a parenting expert #journorequest

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@ReynoldsKez [705]

trends, decor, Christmas

Looking for trend experts to explain why ceramic Christmas trees are trending this Christmas. Why are they so popular? For Ideal Home. #journorequest

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@beccawilliamspr [641]

side hustle, creativity, entrepreneurship

Looking for someone who has started a creative side hustle and has seen success from it. It would be great if you could share specific details. Drop me a DM or email at: rebecca.williams@kaizen.co.uk #sidehustle #PRRequest #JournoRequest

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@simurdamarek [215]

London, stories, food and drink

Happy Monday!πŸ‘‹ @theldnnews is on the hunt for fresh tales that capture the essence of London!πŸ“·Whether it's Lifestyle, Food & Drink, Tech, or any other, I'm all ears! Got a pitch? Drop it at marek@thelondon.news #journorequests #JournoRequest #prrequest #LondonStories

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@EmeseMaczko [206]

forest bathing, wellness, nature therapy

#journorequest I am looking to speak to a certified forest bathing guide. Location does not matter. Anywhere in the world. Thanks .

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@hollyphillips06 [116]

fitness, personal training, health coaching

I'm a journalist looking to speak to personal trainers or fitness coaches based in #Hull for a BBC piece #journorequest

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@hollyphillips06 [112]

hybrid work, sleep, exercise

I'm looking to chat with people from #Lincolnshire and #Hull who work hybrid and get more sleep and exercise because of it for a BBC piece. Comment or DM me if you'd like to chat :) #Journorequest

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@CharlieWatton_ [34]

Christmas, advent calendars, hampers

With the festive season fast approaching I am looking for some alcohol/non-alcoholic themed Christmas advent calendars and hampers to review to feature on https://t.co/fE7uOdWnuG Contact me on charlie.watton@jampress.co.uk for more info. #journorequest #review #Christmas

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@afiathejourno [11]

friendship, social connections, community

#journorequest I'm doing a story on friendships in D.C. This year, The District was named the loneliest city in America. I want to hear stories about the interesting ways people made friends outside of the traditional channels like college, work, etc.🫢🏿Please let me know!

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Politics


@meganekenyon [1.8K]

planning department, government policy, workload issues

I am looking to speak to anyone currently employed by a council planning department about capacity issues, workload and the government's pledge to introduce 300 new planning officers. (Can be anonymous). Email me! megan.kenyon@newstatesman.co.uk #journorequests

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@kellyjourno [1.1K]

COP29, environmental policy, climate change

Looking to speak to experts/analysts about #COP29 and the waning influence/significance of the event…has it had its moment or can it still play a role in influencing environmental policy around the world? For @Telegraph DM or email kieran.kelly@telegraph.co.uk #journorequest

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@Emilys_bond [742]

economics, cost of living, Trump administration

#journorequest I need to speak with #economists on impact of #Trump administration on the cost of groceries. Quick turn around.

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@JordanHart99 [375]

election results, consumer spending, economic impact

Do the election results have you spending more money? I wanna hear about it for a story! #journorequest

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Education


@Ekene_Udeze1 [408]

infant care, child development, parenting

Good evening (Nigeria Time) @STangGirdwood I'm a journalist with @NaijaNews I'm writing a report on babies. It's for educational purpose. Can I please have your professional opinion via DM? #journorequest

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Travel


@qwoted [19K]

vacation planning, Strava, runners

A reporter for @TravelLeisure is seeking #Runners who have used #Strava to plan a vacation Get Qwoted: https://t.co/38LaYU2jyG #journorequest #PRrequest #TravelPlanner #StravaApp #Vacation #VacationPlanning #TravelPlanner #SportsVacation #Sports #Run https://t.co/ssPs1XeqPC

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@Willhide [19K]

security tips, pickpocketing, tourism

#journorequest Looking to speak to a security expert, ideally connected with tourism, who can give practical tips on how not to be pickpocketed on holiday.

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@TravMedia_UK [5.6K]

luxury tourism, UK travel, tourist accommodations

A journalist from The Telegraph is looking for examples of luxury tourist compounds in the UK. Can you help? πŸ’¬ Respond to this request and 100s more right now at TravMedia. ➡️ https://t.co/SFbqYJCZsp #Journorequest #PRRequest ❓ Don't have an account yet? Register for a https://t.co/y5eXfI9pVp

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@NainaaRRajpaal [234]

Igloo hotels, winter tours, Norway

Hi! Looking for Igloo hotels, winter tours like reindeer sleigh and husky sleighing for two publications. #PRRequest #PRAgencies #hotels #norway #finland

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@CrypColette [28]

holiday travel, travel trends, US UK

I'd like to speak to an expert in travel to get a comment on holiday travel trends, US/UK specific #journorequest #prrequest

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@eloisa_seo [15]

skiing, Chamonix, adventure travel

Hey! Looking for experts in skiing and adventure travel to comment about traveling to France and "skiing in chamonix" #journorequest #prrequest

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Sports


@jackwroberts [162]

QPR, transfer window, signings

#QPR fans - what does a perfect transfer window look like for you? Are there any signings you think the club should be in the market for in January? Let me know in the replies! #JournoRequest

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Arts


@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

pop culture, entertainment, events

#prrequest weekly news title seeks pop culture and entertainment events, screenings and interviews in London https://t.co/Xq0LXURX0B

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@qwoted [19K]

historical research, popular culture, Christmas traditions

A reporter for @HISTORY is seeking #Historians of consumer/material/popular culture needed to discuss the history of shopping mall #Santas Get Qwoted: https://t.co/7Esc6fzlWN #Journorequest #PRrequest #Santa #Christmas #ShoppingMall #Shopping #ChristmasHistory #Historian https://t.co/K91Dh6Oi0w

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Legal


@zoe_grunewald [11K]

family courts, custody arrangements, legal experience

Hi, quick #journorequest I am looking to speak to a woman who has had experience with the family courts system and custody arrangements over the last couple of years and would be willing to speak to me anonymously for a piece. Please email zoe@thelead.uk if this is you! Thanks

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Media


@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

gift guide, Christmas gifts, lifestyle products

#journorequest media title seeks news and relevant content for its Christmas gift guide. The journalist is looking for gift guide items on music, fitness, books and food https://t.co/QdbVsQKo8d

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@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

TikTok, events, coverage

#prrequest daily newspaper seeks fun events and activations for TikTok coverage as part of its Shopping Finder https://t.co/zPUJEmKlsG

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@samhuntley_ [3.2K]

interviews, exclusives, reality television

Looking for I'm A Celeb-related interviews + exclusives for Daily StarπŸ™ Can reach me at sam.huntley@reachplc.com #journorequest #ImACeleb

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@AnishaSircar [986]

digital scam, fraud, consumer stories

Have you fallen victim to a digital scam? If you’ve encountered a fake vacation, fraudulent product, or misleading ad, I’m gathering stories for a @Forbes piece. DM me or email anisha_sircar(@)https://t.co/5l1aFs9sOZ if you'd like to share your experience #journorequest

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@Laurafm_PR [45]

weather expert, UK, media campaign

Looking for a UK weather expert to get comments for a national campaign to be featured in the media #JournoRequest #prrequest

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Career


@LaurenShroll [222]

HR practices, interviewing, candidate evaluation

Looking for quotes from HR leaders. What is a best practice you swear by in conducting phone interviews? What are red/green flags to watch out for in candidates? Hello@camilleoutsidethebox.com #journorequest

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Home


@Fashion_Monitor [123K]

interior design, newlyweds, first home

#journorequest title seeks interior essentials for "First Home" feature for newlyweds https://t.co/1GV4jlhGr3

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@DIARYdirectory [45K]

interior design, first home, wedding essentials

The Wedding Edition seeks interiors essentials for 'First Home' feature (26k Instagram followers) #editorialrequest #journorequest #request https://t.co/8kDm6yDlSz

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@davidbyers26 [8.3K]

mortgage, affordability, expenses

Are you struggling to get the mortgage you need because of your private school fees, nanny costs - or other unexpected obstacles that damage your affordability calculations? I'd be interested to hear from you at david.byers@thetimes.co.uk #journorequest

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@homes4media [4K]

air fryer, costs, kitchen appliances

A journalist from Ideal Home is looking for expert comment on how much it costs to run an air fryer. DM or email ash.pearson@homes4media.com to respond to this exclusive media request now. #journorequest https://t.co/3KLDqaHdGe

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@eleanornoyce_ [3.7K]

real estate, case studies, property ownership

I'm looking for case studies to feature in What I Rent/What I Own, Metro's property series. Must be happy to share financials (i.e. how much you bought for, how much your deposit was), and to have your home pictured in a photoshoot. Email: Eleanor.Noyce@metro.co.uk #JournoRequest

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@ReynoldsKez [705]

cleaning tips, stainless steel, holiday preparation

Morning! Looking for cleaning experts to explain how to clean stainless steel cutlery. How do we get it sparkling in time for Christmas? For Ideal Home. #journorequest

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@ReynoldsKez [705]

cleaning, oven trays, home tips

Morning! I’m looking for experts to explain the best ways to clean oven trays. Please let me know your tried and trusted methods. For Ideal Home. #journorequest

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@laurencbradbury [620]

mould prevention, wardrobe maintenance, home tips

Also on the hunt for tips on preventing mould build-up in wardrobes - also for Ideal Home. Deadline Weds at 10am πŸ‘‰ lauren.bradbury@futurenet.com #journorequest #prrequest

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@laurencbradbury [620]

gardening, dahlia bulbs, winter care

Looking for tips on whether you can leave dahlia bulbs in pots over winter and any steps you need to take to keep them in the best shape during the colder months for Ideal Home. Deadline ASAP! lauren.bradbury@futurenet.com #journorequest #prrequest

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Other


@davejamesmaker [1.2K]

scam baiting, online safety, cybersecurity

Who are the best UK scam baiters? I know Jim Browning leads the way, but who else it out there baiting the scammers? #journorequest

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Hi r/ShopifyeCommerce/ - I'm Paul and I follow the e-commerce industry closely for my Shopifreaks E-commerce Newsletter. Every week for the past three years I've posted a summary recap of the week's top stories on this subreddit, which I cover in depth with sources in the full edition. Let's dive in to this week's top e-commerce news...


STAT OF THE WEEK: 66% of U.S. consumers are living paycheck to paycheck, up from 56% two years ago, according to a PYMNTS Intelligence report. 57% of the lowest-income consumers said they are grappling with insufficient funds and large amounts of debt. While a 10% increase in consumers living paycheck to paycheck might not sound like a huge increase when looking at a percentage, that translates into an additional 12.7 million households!


The Canadian government ordered TikTok to shut down its operations in the country due to national security concerns, following a national security review by authorities. The decision was made under the Investment Canada Act, which allows for the review of foreign investments that may pose a threat to national security. Here's the thing though… All the government did was ban the company from operating locally (ie: with offices). Canadians can still use the app! Minister Champagne said, “The decision to use a social media application or platform is a personal choice.” TikTok offices in Toronto and Vancouver were staffed by employees who sold advertising and worked on the app.


Meanwhile in the U.S... Donald Trump's win in the presidential election has folks wondering, “What does that mean for the TikTok ban?” President Trump has been a major flip-flopper on the issue during the past decade: He was actually the first U.S. President to initiate the calls to ban TikTok over American privacy concerns, but flash forward 4 years and he joined TikTok himself and said he would never ban the app, this time around appearing more concerned with how a TikTok ban would benefit Meta. He told NBC in March, “Without TikTok, you can make Facebook bigger, and I consider Facebook to be an enemy of the people.” Legal experts have casted doubt as to whether Trump can actually overturn the decision. G.S. Hans, a clinical professor of law at Cornell Law School, told Business Insider, “Because the law was enacted by Congress, I'm not sure how much wiggle room a future Trump administration would have to ignore it.” Then again, the Republican Party has secured control of both the U.S. Senate and the House of Representatives, so it may not be as hard as he thinks.


Amazon has begun shipping Whole Foods products from 26 of its Amazon Fresh fulfillment centers, further blurring the lines between its two grocery businesses in a new set of experiments. But it's not stopping there… The company is also planning to build a micro fulfillment center at a Pennsylvania Whole Foods Market and stock it with Amazon Fresh household goods and groceries. Customers would place orders on their phones while they shop at Whole Foods, and then pick up the items at checkout. And as you might recall, a few weeks ago, I reported that Amazon built an experimental “Amazon Grocery” store inside a Chicago Whole Foods that offers brands and grocery items that Whole Foods normally wouldn't carry. The goal of the store is to remove the need for Whole Foods customers to have to shop elsewhere.


Amazon is offering customers a new immersive shopping experience called The Virtual Holiday Shop, which leverages 3D technology powered by Amazon Beyond to showcase a curated selection of top holiday gifts and interactive content. The shop highlights the top 100+ gifts, stocking stuffers, holiday decor, and premium products from brands like Beats x Kim Kardashian, Kate Spade, Bumble and Bumble, and Coach. The virtual experience also includes a Virtual Toy Shop, which spotlights popular toys from LEGO, Play-Doh, and Disney. Personally I find the virtual shop to be unappealing, cumbersome to navigate, and poorly curated. For example, one display wall showcased a single roller skate, a red beanie, a thermos, and ski goggles alongside a colorful kid's basketball, an herb seed pod kit, and a Polaroid camera. What store did I supposedly just walk into to discover this haphazard collection? Goodwill?


Block is scaling back its investment in Tidal, the music streaming platform it bought from Jay Z in 2021, and shutting down TBD, an arm of the business that previously set out to build a decentralized Internet called “Web5.” TBD was originally designed to be Block’s platform for developers, with a mission to create a more decentralized, secure and private internet. (Wasn't that the plot of Silicon Valley?) CEO Jack Dorsey said in a tweet in 2022 that Web5 “will likely be our most important contribution to the internet.” (Narrator: “It wasn't.”) The company instead intends to shift focus into Bitcoin mining and further developing its self-custody crypto wallet, Bitkey, which it started shipping in March, according to a recent shareholder letter.


Walmart will begin paying independent delivery drivers new undisclosed financial incentives to pick up online orders at its U.S. stores and deliver them to customers during the holiday season, as part of the company's plan to boost sales to upper-income households and compete with Amazon. Walmart relies on a loosely organized network of thousands of freelance drivers who download its Spark Drive app and make between $11-$13 per trip, which equates to around $21-$23 per working hour. The actual pay varies according to order size and distance. For example, according to Walmart, if an online shopper requests delivery to an apartment, or of heavy items such as furniture, drivers earn more (if they can fit a nightstand in their Toyota Corolla).


Ready for some smart glasses news?


Amazon is developing smart glasses for its drivers to help guide them to, around, and within buildings, in an attempt to smooth the final stretch of an order's journey to a customer's home. The glasses would provide drivers with turn-by-turn navigation on a small embedded screen along their routes and at each stop, which could shave seconds off each delivery by providing left or right directions off elevators and around gates. Reuters sources said that the glasses are still in development and may take years to perfect. However, no better way to perfect the system than to have drivers wearing them! Similar to how Tesla's autopilot system learns and adapts from human drivers, Amazon's smart glasses system could gather data and create routes for future drivers based on today's deliveries.


Meta opened its first pop-up Ray-Ban smart glasses store in Los Angeles, hoping to test out whether it can move the needle with broader adoption by selling the glasses in-person. Meta calls the store “experiential retail,” having modeled it after the Meta Lab pop-up at Connect 2024 in October, which allowed event-goers to try on a pair of smart glasses to capture photos and videos.


Baidu (ie: China's Google) is preparing to launch its own AI-powered smart glasses soon, which will include cameras and voice interactions, much like Meta's smart glasses. Baidu's smart glasses will integrate with its existing services such as Baidu Maps and Baike, the company's Wikipedia-like online encyclopedia. The new product is anticipated to debut at the Baidu World event in Shanghai this week. Market availability is expected by early 2025.


Apple is also reportedly thinking about entering the smart glasses market, recently having gotten employee input on a range of existing smart glasses with plans to hold further focus groups. Apple is notoriously slow to enter new markets, but when it does, often knocks it out the park. Apple smart glasses that interact with Apple Intelligence and the rest of its hardware and software ecosystem could be a gamechanger for Apple users. Apple is also continuing to develop AirPods with outward facing cameras, which, in combination with the cameras on smart glasses, could turn Apple users into human Tesla cars.


BigCommerce conducted another round of layoffs, letting go of 10% of its workforce, according to LinkedIn posts by former employees. The move follows a round of layoffs in both 2023 and 2022 where the company let go of 7% and 13% of its staff respectively. BigCommerce also shared that it would be exiting some of its real estate positions and discontinuing software projects, but it did not provide specifics.


Walmart is testing technology in stores that lets customers open security locks for products using their cell phones, in an attempt to protect against theft without hindering sales. The company is rolling out the test to employees first, with discussions of extending mobile unlocking to Walmart+ members next. 


US District Judge Yvonne Gonzalez Rogers determined that Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is not personally liable in over two dozen lawsuits accusing his company of causing social media addiction in children. The plaintiffs, which include parents and school districts, say Zuckerberg “directed, participated in, knew of, and in fact, served as the guiding spirit behind Meta's tortious concealment and omissions,” however the judge said that they had insufficient evidence of the claims.


Amazon received regulatory approval to fly its new, smaller MK30 drones, which have a longer range and light rain capabilities, as part of its Prime Air program, and to do so beyond the visual line of sight of pilots. Matt McCardle, head of global regulatory affairs and strategy, noted in a LinkedIn post that for the first time, Amazon's drones are fully integrated into the Amazon Fulfillment Network and ready to provide delivery speeds of less than an hour. 


WooCommerce is set to roll out a new logo in early 2025, according to its CMO Tamara Niesen, who said that the updated logo aligns with the company's new product vision. The logo showcases “WOO” in white letters against a deep purple background, occasionally animated to transition the logo into a shopping cart, with the “O”s doubling as wheels and the “W” as the cart.


The FTC charged Sitejabber, an online review platform, with violating its new fake reviews rules by using point-of-sale reviews to misrepresent what customers think about products. The agency said that Sitejabber “deceptively” punched up businesses' review counts by incorporating responses to questionnaires asking customers to rate and review their shopping experience, before they'd actually gotten any products or services. This is one of the FTC's first enforcement actions under its new rules banning companies from making or selling fake reviews. 


Amazon Location Services released 17 new and enhanced APIs that expand capabilities for the Routes, Places, and Maps functionalities for developers. Apps that tie into its API can now access advanced route optimization, toll cost calculations, GPS traces snapping, and a variety of map styles with static and dynamic rendering options, and perform proximity-based search and predictive suggestions.


Some brands have found that TikTok Smart+, the platform's AI-powered automated advertising solution that launched in October, has delivered inconsistent performance and lacked clear revenue data beyond the basic campaign metrics like impressions, conversions, and ROAS, according to AdWeek. However other brands are reporting a 50% decrease in CPA, a boost in conversions by 47%, and lifting of overall ROAS by 42%. Just like any of the automated advertising solutions, including Google PMax and Meta Advantage+, results may vary. 


Facebook's algorithm censored businesses from Coulsdon, England due to the town's name having the letters “LSD” in it. Pages for local theaters, hardware stores, history groups, and residents' associations have been affected by the censorship, which Facebook said is now fixed. In 2021, Facebook had incorrectly censored and banned users who posted about Plymouth Hoe, a landmark in the coastal city of Plymouth. Makes me wonder how the folks in Booger Hole, West Virginia and Dickshooter, Idaho are doing…


The EU's Consumer Protection Cooperation Network notified Temu that it has infringed upon consumer laws by promoting practices that “may mislead consumers or unduly influence their purchasing decisions.” The allegations come just days after the European Commission launched a formal investigation into the company over potential violations of the Digital Services Act, which centers around the company's potential sales of illegal goods and addictive design.


Australians with high risk of gambling and alcohol addictions are being “force fed” Meta ads for that content, according to a study by University of Queensland, which found that gambling and alcohol ads can be served up many times in a short period to folks who are most vulnerable to temptation. The study found that some users had been tagged by Facebook with 89 different alcohol and gambling related interests, and that 201 alcohol companies and 63 gambling companies had in turn shared data with the platform about those people, which allowed further ad targeting.


TikTok published a guide to help marketers capitalize on their “Q5 opportunities,” which is the time period immediately after Christmas when consumers look for post-holiday bargains. The company wrote, “Consumers aren't done spending once the holidays end—they're just getting started. Armed with gift cards, holiday cash, and New Year's resolutions, consumers remain in shopping mode well into January.”


In leadership shakeups this week… John Lagerling, CEO of Mercari US, announced that he is resigning his position at the end of the year, with founder Shintaro Yamada stepping in to lead both Japan and U.S. operations of the company. StockX's current CEO Scott Cutler will also be stepping down at the end of the year, with co-founder and current COO Greg Schwartz taking over in 2025. Estee Lauder appointed Stephane de La Faverie as its next CEO, effective Jan 1st. And OpenAI hired Caitlin Kalinowski to oversee its AI robotics effort. 


India's financial crime agency raided offices of some sellers operating on Amazon and Flipkart in an investigation into alleged violations of foreign investment rules, particularly bypassing laws that ban marketplaces from selling their own products. The raid comes a few weeks after India's antitrust body found that the two companies and their sellers violated competition laws by giving preference to select sellers on their platforms.


Amazon India launched its Amazon Clinic in the country, a telemedicine service that provides online consultations for over 50 medical conditions. The service allows users to consult with a specialist for as low as ₹299 (around $3.54 USD), and consultations can be booked directly through the Amazon app. Wow, that's a good price. Can American consumers book appointments too?


The U.S. government renewed its calls for Italy to repeal its domestic web tax, a 3% levy introduced in 2019 on revenue from Internet transactions for digital companies with sales of at least €750M if at least €5.5M are made in Italy. The U.S. considers the scheme unfair discrimination because it mainly targets U.S. tech companies. Italy intends to maintain the tax for now, waiting for the new Trump administration to show its stance on the matter before taking any action. 


Flash, the India-based payment management service that tracks all your online purchases, announced that it is entering the U.S. market, giving American customers the ability to manage their online spending in one place and earn rewards, such as gift cards and cash back. Up until now, Flash has only been available to users in India. The company was started in 2022 by Flipkart's former senior VP, Ranjith Boyanapalli. Next on the company's roadmap is a global version of the app, set to launch in mid-2025.


The U.K. announced plans to apply a higher rate of tax to large distribution warehouses used by retailers like Amazon, targeting properties with a ‘rateable value' of over £500,000, which is based on an assessment of the property's annual rent. Brick and mortar retail shops have seen a steady decline since COVID, with an average of 38 stores per day closing so far in 2024. The new tax aims to level the playing field by easing the burden of business rates on property-intensive sectors. 


67% of parents intend to use BNPL to finance the holidays this year, according to a study from Splitit and Pymnts, with clothing and accessories to make up 60% of purchases. 40% of consumers indicated that they plan to use BNPL for self-gifting during the holidays. LOL, that's just a cute way to say “buying yourself stuff.”


In February 2014, Facebook bought the messaging app WhatsApp for $19B, which is 19x what it paid for Instagram two years earlier, and now the acquisition is finally starting to pay off. During its Q3 earnings call, Meta said that WhatsApp was the primary driver of a 48% YoY spike in non-advertising revenue from its family of apps, mostly driven by WhatsApp's business messaging product, which lets companies pay to chat with customers. 


Plus 13 seed rounds, IPOs, and acquisitions of interest including print-on-demand companies Printful and Printify merging, and OpenAI purchasing the domain Chat.com to house its ChatGPT app.


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