15 Press Releases You Need to See This Week

Including TIME's 100 Most Influential People, a warning for counterfeit Ozempic^® and Americans' latest retirement expectations.

NEW YORK, April 18, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- With thousands of press releases published each week, it can be difficult to keep up with everything on PR Newswire. To help journalists and consumers stay on top of the week's most newsworthy and popular releases, here's a recap of some major stories from the week that shouldn't be missed.

The list below includes the headline (with a link to the full text) and an excerpt from each story. Click on the press release headlines to access accompanying multimedia assets that are available for download.

1. TIME Reveals the 2025 TIME100 List of the 100 Most Influential People in the World
   The issue has five worldwide covers, each highlighting a member of the TIME100: actor and producer Demi Moore, artist and entrepreneur Snoop Dogg, former tennis player and entrepreneur Serena Williams, singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran, and co-founder and CEO of Google DeepMind Demis Hassabis.
2. Novo Nordisk warns consumers about counterfeit Ozempic^® (semaglutide) injection 1 mg in the US
   Novo Nordisk has become aware of several hundred units of Ozempic^® (semaglutide) injection 1 mg distributed outside the Novo Nordisk authorized supply chain in the US. The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has also updated its website with information about these counterfeit versions of Ozempic.
3. Sony Electronics Announces the World's Smallest and Lightest Miniature Precision LiDAR Depth Sensor
   The AS-DT1 leverages miniaturization and optical lens technologies from Sony's machine vision industrial cameras making it ideal for applications where space and weight constraints are paramount, including drones, robotics, and more.
4. Americans Believe They Will Need $1.26 Million to Retire Comfortably According to Northwestern Mutual 2025 Planning & Progress Study
   More than half (51%) of Americans think it's somewhat or very likely they will outlive their savings, according to the study. In contrast, only 16% feel confident enough to say the prospect of outliving their wealth is "very unlikely." 
5. Chili's^® Takes Another Swing at Fast Food with the Debut of the All-New Big QP Burger to its 3 For Me^® Menu
   Along with the burger launch, Chili's is also helping diners offset outrageous fast food prices with Fast Food Financing for those moments when a Chili's just isn't in reach.
6. April Harvard CAPS / Harris Poll: Overall Trump Job Approval Remains Net Positive with 48% Approving, 46% Disapproving
   President Donald Trump's approval rating is steady at 48%, with the highest approval on his handling of immigration (51%) and reducing the cost of government (50%), and the lowest on his handling of inflation (41%) and tariffs and trade policy (41%). 
7. Lucid to Acquire Select Facilities and Assets Previously Belonging to Nikola Corporation, Will Extend Offers to 300+ Former Nikola Employees
   The transaction does not include the acquisition of Nikola's business, customer base, or technology related to Nikola's hydrogen fuel cell electric trucks. As part of the agreement, Lucid will take over Nikola's former Coolidge manufacturing facility (680 E Houser Rd, Coolidge, AZ), as well as the Phoenix facility (4141 E Broadway Rd, Phoenix, AZ) previously used as Nikola's headquarters and product development center.
8. Our Power, Our Planet - On the 55th Anniversary of Earth Day, Tens of Millions of Americans, Mayors, Faith Organizations, Educators, Business Leaders Call for Massive Investment in Renewable Energy
   EARTHDAY.ORG's two year renewable energy-focused theme, Our Power, Our Planet, has inspired over 10,000 events in the U.S alone, backing its calls for the tripling of electricity generation via renewable energy sources by 2030, eliminating fossil fuels subsidies, and securing inexhaustible sources of clean energy.
9. Pringles^® and Miller Lite: Two of America's Favorite Cookout Staples Combine Their Iconic 'Crisp' Flavors for the Snack of the Summer
   No need for a grill—limited-edition Pringles x Miller Lite crisps perfectly combine your favorite beer-infused barbeque staples, Beer Can Chicken and Grilled Beer Brat, bringing all the best flavors of a cookout into a single can of snackable crisps.
10. Caterpillar Celebrates First 100 years with a Commitment to the Future Workforce
    The company pledged $100 million over the next five years to help equip the workforce of the future with the skills needed, leveraging technology to meet global market demands as the world undergoes a rapid digital transformation.
11. Celebrate Burgers and Bottomless Fun at Red Robin this National Burger Month with Bottomless Burger Pass
    Lucky burger lovers who secure their pass can enjoy a gourmet burger served with a bottomless side every day of the month of May for only $20. A limited quantity will be available so Red Robin fans are encouraged to act quickly.
12. America's Itchiest Cities: Terminix Unveils List of Top Mosquito Infested Cities
    "Mosquitoes aren't just a backyard nuisance—they can also carry diseases that pose real public health risks. Our annual rankings help raise awareness and encourage people to take proactive steps to protect themselves, their families, and their communities," said Dr. Sydney Crawley, Principal Vector Scientist at Terminix.
13. 125 Years of Automotive Icons: The New York Auto Show Celebrates a Historic Milestone with a Tribute to Innovation and Style
    The New York International Auto Show is celebrating its 125th anniversary with a spectacular showcase of vintage, classic, and iconic vehicles that tell the story of America's love affair with the automobile at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in Manhattan (April 18-27).
14. SNICKERS^® Ice Cream Drafts Two-Position Standout Travis Hunter to Debut Its First-Ever Ice Cream & Chocolate Bar Two-Pack
    "SNICKERS is a proud sponsor of the NFL, and we know the Draft can be a rollercoaster — full of nerves, surprises, and big emotions," said Chanel Gant, Mars Ice Cream Marketing Director. "The SNICKERS x Travis Hunter Two-Pack gives fans a cool, satisfying way to take the edge off and enjoy the ride — no matter where their players land."
15. Elton John AIDS Foundation Joins Forces with Brandi Carlile's Looking Out Foundation to Raise $1 Million to Protect HIV Care Around the World
    This emergency initiative will help Elton John AIDS Foundation's partners maintain essential services following significant cuts in funding due to the termination of USAID support. The Rocket Response Fund will direct resources to reopen clinics, restore access to essential medications, and maintain prevention services — ensuring people around the world continue to receive the vital HIV care they need.

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Can't-Miss Earnings

In addition to these popular releases, earnings season kicked off this week and several must-read earnings reports crossed the wire, including the quarterly results for United Airlines, Bank of America, PNC and Abbott.

Catch up on all the latest earnings reports here.

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