TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Massey Henry, one of North America’s leading executive search and board advisory firms specializing in financial services, is proud to announce that The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business has recognized it as one of Canada’s Top Growing Companies.

Now in its seventh year, the Report on Business list celebrates the boldest entrepreneurial companies in Canada, ranking them by verified three-year revenue growth. Massey Henry earned its place on the 2025 list with a 250 per cent growth rate, placing the firm among an elite group of Canadian businesses championing innovation and shaping the country’s economic future.

“Since launching in 2021, we have remained unwavering in our commitment to redefining executive search and supporting the evolution of Canada’s financial services sector,” said Michael Henry, managing partner of Massey Henry. “We’re honoured to be named to this prestigious list, which attests to the trust our clients place in us, and to the dedication of our exceptional team.”

Driven by its proven track record of supporting financial institutions with executive mandates, and guided by an esteemed advisory board of senior industry leaders, the firm has distinguished itself through deep sector expertise, a commitment to inclusive outcomes, and a transparent, collaborative approach. This unique positioning enables it to address the increasingly complex leadership challenges facing today’s financial services sector.

“From my vantage point, this recognition does not surprise me,” said George Cooke, advisory board member, Massey Henry, and chair of the board of directors of OMERS Administration Corporation. “I have watched a talented and determined team assemble the right people, stay close to the market, and scale responsibly — building capability while staying true to their values and client-centric approach. It is well earned and, in my view, only the beginning; I expect their impact across the sector to continue to grow.”

About Massey Henry

Massey Henry is one of North America’s leading executive search and board advisory firms focused exclusively on the financial services sector. With an experienced team of industry leaders and executive recruitment specialists, the firm combines innovation with sector expertise to provide clients with full-scope talent assessment, coaching, succession planning, and executive search services.

About Canada’s Top Growing Companies

Canada’s Top Growing Companies is an editorial ranking that was launched in 2019 by The Globe and Mail to celebrate the achievements of innovative businesses in Canada. To qualify for this voluntary program, companies had to complete an in-depth application process and fulfill revenue requirements. In total, 400 companies earned a spot on this year’s ranking.

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TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--$FORA--VerticalScope Holdings Inc. (“VerticalScope” or the “Company”) (TSX: FORA; OTCQX: VFORF), a technology company that has built and operates a cloud-based digital platform for online enthusiast communities, today announced a partnership with TollBit, an innovative platform that connects online platforms and publishers with AI companies seeking to license high-quality data. This collaboration represents an important step in VerticalScope’s strategy to monetize its unique corpus of authentic content while protecting the integrity and value of its forums in the era of generative AI.

With more than 2.3 billion posts across 1,200 communities, VerticalScope owns one of the internet’s largest structured datasets of authentic, evergreen community content. By partnering with TollBit, VerticalScope will establish a scalable framework for licensing its content to AI and LLM providers, with the goal of ensuring fair value exchange and enabling new monetization streams.

Chris Goodridge, CEO of VerticalScope, commented: “This partnership represents an important step in positioning VerticalScope for an AI-first content discovery experience. Our communities generate unique, high-intent knowledge that is key for AI training and retrieval-augmented generation. By working with TollBit, we’re creating a fair and transparent licensing model that ensures our communities remain a trusted source of human expertise while positioning VerticalScope to unlock a new revenue stream. I’m excited to see how this partnership strengthens our platform and accelerates our ability to diversify and grow.”

Toshit Panigrahi, CEO of TollBit, said: “TollBit was built to help platforms like VerticalScope capture the value of their content in an AI-driven world. VerticalScope’s communities are an incredibly deep repository of authentic, domain-specific knowledge that AI systems need but can’t replicate. Together, we’re creating a model where platforms and publishers are compensated fairly, AI companies gain access to high-quality data, and community members see their contributions valued and protected, ensuring these forums remain vibrant resources for enthusiasts. This is exactly the type of partnership TollBit was designed to power.”

As the internet is experiencing a surge in AI-driven traffic, TollBit enables publishers to convert scraping into authorized, revenue-generating access by installing a “toll booth” on websites that monitors AI traffic, authenticates it, and monetizes content requests. This partnership reflects VerticalScope’s commitment to safeguarding community contributions while unlocking new revenue opportunities that support community growth in this evolving AI landscape.

About VerticalScope Holdings Inc.

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Toronto, Ontario, VerticalScope is a technology company that has built and operates a cloud-based digital platform for online enthusiast communities in high consumer spending categories. VerticalScope's mission is to enable people with common interests to connect, explore their passions, and share knowledge about the things they love. Through targeted acquisitions and development, VerticalScope has built a portfolio of over 1,200 online communities and approximately 100 million monthly active users.

About TollBit

TollBit is a platform that enables a fair exchange of value between AI companies and websites. By essentially installing a toll booth on websites, TollBit allows them to monitor bot traffic and monetize their data and content, while offering AI agents and applications an easy way to pay directly for that content. The platform seeks to address the shifting economics of content creation in the AI era by reducing the legal uncertainties of scraping and protecting the health of the entire content ecosystem.

Forward-Looking Statements

This news release contains forward-looking information within the meaning of applicable securities legislation that reflects the Company's current expectations regarding future events. When used in this news release, words such as “should”, “could”, “intended”, “expect”, “plan” or “believe” and similar expressions indicate forward-looking statements. Forward-looking information, including the Company’s plans for organic growth, potential new revenue streams from AI licensing, strategies related to the monetization of community content, business strategy, growth strategies, addressable markets, operations, plans and objectives, is based on a number of assumptions and is subject to a number of risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the Company's control. Although the Company believes that its expectations reflected in these forward-looking statements are reasonable, such statements involve risks and uncertainties and no assurances can be given that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. Such risks and uncertainties include the factors discussed under "Risk Factors" in the Company’s Annual Information Form dated March 31, 2025, which is available on the Company’s profile on SEDAR Plus at https://sedarplus.ca. Actual results could differ materially from those projected herein. VerticalScope does not undertake any obligation to update such forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise, except as expressly required under applicable securities laws.

SOURCE VerticalScope Holdings Inc.

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Investor and media inquiries:

VerticalScope — Vincenzo Bellissimo, Chief Financial Officer, Tel: 416-341-7166, IR@verticalscope.com

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Product range to include publishing (Abrams), personal care (Ashtel Studios), footwear (BBC International), bedding and bath (Franco Manufacturing Co.), and sleepwear (Komar)

VANCOUVER, British Columbia--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Thunderbird Distribution and Thunderbird Brands, the distribution and consumer products arms of Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc. (TSXV:TBRD, OTC – THBRF) (“Thunderbird” or the “Company”), together with global lifestyle brand tokidoki, are pleased to announce new consumer products licensing partnerships for the original animated series Mermicorno: Starfall. The multi-category announcement is the latest milestone in the expansion of the Thunderbird-owned-IP (intellectual property), with the licensing program being co-managed by Thunderbird Brands and tokidoki.

The product range will span a variety of licensed categories to appeal to a wide audience of consumers. Partners and their respective categories include Abrams for publishing, Ashtel Studios for personal care, BBC International for footwear, Franco Manufacturing Co. for bedding and bath, and Komar for sleepwear. Several titles under the Abrams agreement are already available, including the Mermicorno: Starfall Official Sticker Book and Mermicorno: Starfall 2026 Wall Calendar with Over 50 Bonus Stickers, with 5-Minute Mermicorno: Starfall Stories set for publication in October 2025. All other products under the new licensing partnerships will launch over the next year, through to fall 2026.

“We are thrilled to build on the success of the Mermicorno: Starfall brand by offering a variety of new consumer products that will surely be a hit with fans of the series,” said Thunderbird President of Global Distribution & Consumer Products, Richard Goldsmith. “From sticker books to bedding to sleepwear and more, we’re diversifying our products while also strengthening Thunderbird’s position as a leader in growing beloved brands.”

“We could not ask for a more dynamic and collaborative group of partners for Mermicorno: Starfall! With such a fantastical series, it was important that we select partners who not only have extensive experience in their respective categories but also creativity, imagination and passion for the brand,” added Pooneh Mohajer, tokidoki’s CEO & Co-Founder. “We’re excited to expand the reach of Mermicorno: Starfall and continue growing our connection with fans.”

In addition to the partnerships with Abrams, Ashtel Studios, BBC International, Franco Manufacturing Co., and Komar, Thunderbird Brands and tokidoki previously announced a master toy deal with industry leader Jazwares.

Mermicorno: Starfall is created and produced by Thunderbird’s Atomic Cartoons in partnership with tokidoki, and is a vibrant original animated adventure-comedy inspired by tokidoki’s beloved Mermicorno character family. Set in a fantastical undersea world, the series follows a team of magical creatures as they band together to save the ocean from an evil threat. Along the way, they explore the magic of creative self-expression, forge deep friendships, and even search for the best bowl of ramen in the sea. Showcasing the wonders of the natural world, this is the first animated series to bring tokidoki’s underwater universe to life.

The first season of the series debuted in the US on Max (now HBO Max) in January 2025, ranking #11 in the Kids & Family category of the streamer shortly thereafter. Subsequently, the series premiered on YTV and STACKTV's Teletoon+ (Canada), Max and Discovery Kids (LATAM), and POP (UK), and most recently on Cartoon Network in Southeast Asia. ejunior has also licensed the series in the Middle East. Following the success of the first release, the second drop of episodes became available on Max in May 2025. In collaboration with Space Junk Studios, tokidoki also launched a Mermicorno: Starfall game on Roblox this year.

About Thunderbird Entertainment Group
Thunderbird Entertainment Group is a global award-winning, full-service production, distribution and rights management company, headquartered in Vancouver, with teams in Los Angeles and Ottawa. Thunderbird creates award-winning scripted, unscripted, and animated programming for the world’s leading digital platforms, as well as Canadian and international broadcasters. The Company develops, produces, and distributes animated, factual, and scripted content through its various content arms, including Thunderbird Kids and Family (Atomic Cartoons), Thunderbird Unscripted (Great Pacific Media) and Thunderbird Scripted. Productions under the Thunderbird umbrella include Mermicorno: Starfall, Super Team Canada, Molly of Denali, Kim’s Convenience, Highway Thru Hell, Boot Camp and Sidelined: The QB and Me. Thunderbird Distribution and Thunderbird Brands manage global media and consumer products rights, respectively, for the Company and select third parties. Thunderbird is on Facebook, X, and Instagram at @tbirdent. For more information, visit: www.thunderbird.tv.

About Atomic Cartoons
Atomic Cartoons is an internationally renowned, award-winning animation studio with offices located in Vancouver, Ottawa and Los Angeles. Known for an artist-driven culture that attracts, retains and promotes the best talent in the business, Atomic develops and produces high-end animated content that spans preschool, comedy, action-adventure, adult and commercial genres, and everything in between. The animation studio has developed a stellar global reputation for its ability to translate big brands like LEGO, Star Wars, My Little Pony, Cocomelon and many more into top-notch animation, while also developing high-quality original Atomic productions like The Last Kids on Earth, Rocket Saves the Day and Mermicorno: Starfall. Atomic is B Corp certified and a BC Benefit Company. For more information, visit www.atomiccartoons.com.

About tokidoki
tokidoki, which translates to “sometimes” in Japanese, is an internationally recognized and iconic lifestyle brand based on the vision of Italian artist Simone Legno and his partners, serial entrepreneurs Pooneh Mohajer and Ivan Arnold. Since debuting in 2005, tokidoki has amassed a cult-like following for its larger-than-life characters and emerged as a sought-after global lifestyle brand. tokidoki offers an extensive range of products which include apparel, handbags, cosmetics, accessories, toys and more. Simone Legno, tokidoki’s Chief Creative Officer, was born in Rome, Italy, and from a very young age developed a deep love of Japan and a fascination with world cultures. Combining Legno’s unique talent and creativity with Mohajer’s business acumen, tokidoki has grown exponentially. As an innovative company, tokidoki is known not only for its eye-popping aesthetic and criminally cute characters but also its megawatt partnerships. tokidoki is on Facebook and Twitter at @tokidoki and on Instagram at @tokidokibrand. For more information visit: www.tokidoki.it

About Abrams
Founded in 1949, ABRAMS was the first company in the United States to specialize in publishing art and illustrated books. The company publishes works in art, photography, cooking, craft, comics, interior and garden design, entertainment, fashion, and popular culture as well as narrative nonfiction and fiction for adults; children's books ranging from middle grade to young adult fiction to picture books to board books. ABRAMS creates and distributes books under the following imprints: Abrams; Abrams ComicArts; Megascope; Surely Books; Kana; Abrams Press; Cernunnos; Taunton Books; Abrams Books for Young Readers; Abrams Fanfare; Amulet Books; Abrams Appleseed; and Magic Cat. ABRAMS also distributes books for Booth-Clibborn Editions, Bungie, Alain Ducasse Édition, Éditions de La Martiniére, Editions BPI, Enchanted Lion Books, Familius, Getty Publications, Global Golf Group, Lucky Spool, Milky Way Picture Books, Red Comet Press, The Museum of Modern Art, SelfMadeHero, Skittledog, Tate Publishing, V&A Publishing, and The Vendome Press.

About Ashtel Studios
Founded in 2002, Ashtel Studios is a leading provider of personal care products and is parent to some of the world’s most best-known brands, including EVO, Brush Buddies, ARU, Soniclean, and Smart Care. The company prides itself in delivering fun, design-forward products that will bring a smile to the faces of consumers worldwide.

About BBC International
BBC International LLC is a leading full-service footwear company specializing in Design, Sourcing and Technology with Global Distribution. With passion, integrity, respect, communication, and community as the core values, BBC is committed to providing high-quality service to our employees, brand partners, and worldwide customers.

About Franco Manufacturing Co.
Franco Manufacturing Co., Inc. is a leading consumer products company with over 70 years of experience in designing, manufacturing, and distributing home textiles and accessories, specializing in bedding, bath, beach, decor, and pet. Franco is known for its strong portfolio of licensed brands that feature beloved characters and iconic names in the home. With a focus on quality, innovation, and enduring retail partnerships, Franco products are available at major retailers across North America. The company’s mission is to bring joy and comfort to everyday life—one room at a time. For more information, visit www.franco-mfg.com or follow @francodreams on social media.

Source: Thunderbird Entertainment Group Inc.

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Forward-looking statements may be identified by words such as “anticipate”, “continue”, “estimate”, “expect”, “forecast”, “may”, “will”, “plan”, “project”, “should”, “believe”, “intend”, or similar expressions concerning matters that are not historical facts. Forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding timing for the release of Mermicorno: Starfall merchandise, the ability of the new consumer products to appeal to a wide audience; anticipated launch dates and success of the Mermicorno: Starfall series in territories throughout the world, and the performance, results and outcomes related to this title. Forward-looking statements are necessarily based on a number of estimates and assumptions that, while considered reasonable, are subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and other factors which may cause actual results and future events to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. Such factors include, but are not limited to: general business, economic and social uncertainties; litigation, legislative, environmental and other judicial, regulatory, political and competitive developments; product capability and acceptance; international risk and currency exchange rates; and technology changes.

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From courtrooms to concert halls, new titles by trailblazing women leaders spotlight resilience, identity, and success — available nationwide starting September 28

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--BurmanBooks, a Canadian publishing house specializing exclusively in self-help and business books, is proud to announce the release of four bold new titles by prominent women authors, each exploring themes of confidence, resilience, belonging, and personal transformation. Together, these books anchor the inaugural Women Empowerment Week, taking place October 6-10, a new national initiative created by BurmanBooks to spotlight women-led storytelling and amplify underrepresented voices in publishing.

“Each of these titles tells a story of resilience, ambition, and strength. Our goal at BurmanBooks is to amplify women’s voices that have the power to guide, teach, and inspire others,” said Sanjay Burman, CEO of BurmanBooks. “These books offer lessons that resonate with readers at every stage, and Women Empowerment Week provides the perfect moment to celebrate these stories and the incredible women behind them.”

The four new books include:

• Street Smart, written by Dina LaPolt: Dina LaPolt is one of Variety and Billboard’s Most Powerful Lawyers in Music. Street Smart: Succeeding in a Man’s World, teaches negotiations, ethics, and respect, drawing from her decades of experience at the intersection of law, business, and culture.
  
  
• Speak Up, written by Judge Rosemary Aquilina: Best known globally for presiding over the U.S. gymnastics abuse trial, Judge Aquilina inspires young women to trust their instincts and advocate for themselves. With a foreword by Dr. Phil, Speak Up is a guide to courage, accountability, and voice.
  
  
• Own It!, written by Sylvie Rodrigue: An award-winning Canadian lawyer with over three decades of courtroom experience, Rodrigue equips women to conquer self-doubts and reclaim confidence to become the master of their own destiny. Own It! blends powerful lessons with practical exercises to help readers push past fear and thrive.
  
  
• Success Mentality, written by Vlada Galan: From negotiating with warlords to working alongside presidents, Galan has shaped outcomes on the world stage and helped bring new leaders into office. In Success Mentality, she shares lessons of grit and strategy while offering a practical guide for young women who feel success is out of reach, outlining the habits and mindset needed to find confidence, chart a path, and excel in any field.

The four books will be available for purchase in-store at Indigo beginning September 28. Digital purchases can be made online at Amazon, Indigo, Google Books and Barnes & Noble beginning October 6.

For more information, visit burmanbooksmediacorp.com.

About BurmanBooks

Founded in 2008, BurmanBooks is a Canadian publishing house started by Sanjay Burman. From the very beginning, the company only published self-help and business books. From The Secret to the Indigo bestseller Hope by Terry Fox, BurmanBooks has put special emphasis on publishing books that accelerate the mind and give personal or professional skill development.

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TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Everybody Loves Languages Corp. (“ELL”) (TSX-V: ELL; OTC: LMDCF; FSE: LIMA), www.everybodyloveslanguages.com, an edtech language learning edutainment and content development company, announces its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025. All figures are reported in Canadian Dollars and are in accordance with International Financial Reporting Standards unless otherwise noted.

Q2 2025 Operational Highlights

• Online English Language Learning:
  • Launched an AI Virtual Tutor, branded as “AVI” for:
    • All EFS versions including EFS Mobile, EFS, EFS+
    • AcadeMe Junior
    • All other courses including all the world languages programs
  • Enhanced reporting and analytics for AcadeMe Junior
• Content-Based English Language Learning:
  • Continued the development of additional supplementary material for the PEP books

Q2 2025 Financial Highlights

• Revenue for the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, totaled $964,862 as compared to $991,288 in Q2 2024.
• Operating and development expenses for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, totaled $579,634 compared to $567,435 in Q2 2024. Included as a reduction of selling, general and administrative expenses are government grants of $66,547 relating to the Company's publishing and software projects as compared to $57,274 for the same period in 2024. The Company invested $128,139 in product development in the second quarter of the fiscal year compared to the investment of $142,381 in Q2 2024.
• Net profit for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, was $158,706 or $0.00 earnings per share (basic) based on 35.6 million shares or $0.00 earning per share (diluted) based on 37.5 million shares as compared to a net profit of $350,278 for Q2 2024 or $0.01 earnings per share (basic) based on 35.5 million shares or $0.01 earnings per share (diluted) based on 37.6 million shares.
• Income before amortization, share-based payments, depreciation, finance charges and taxes was $385,228 in Q2 2025 compared to the income of $423,853 in Q2 2024.

Financial Highlights for the Six-Month Period Ended June 30, 2025

• Revenue for the six-month period ended June 30, 2025, totaled $1,327,815 compared to $1,141,265 for the same period in 2024.
• Operating and development expenses for the six-month period ended June 30, 2025, totaled $1,100,910 as compared to $1,059,660 for the same period in 2024. Included as a reduction of selling, general and administrative expenses are government grants of $131,542 received in 2025 compared to $109,2025 received in 2024. During the six-month period, the Company received $126,547 from Canada Book Fund relating to the Company's publishing and software projects, and $4,995 from Can Export GAS-Led Initiative Program as compared to all grants were received from Canada Book Fund in 2024. The Company invested $272,995 in product development for the period ended June 30 compared to the investment of $236,887 in 2024. The development cost is mainly attributed to the development of English for Success.
• Net loss for the six-month period was $(12,728) or $(0.00) loss per share (basic) based on 35.6 million shares or $(0.00) loss per share (diluted) based on 37.5 million shares as compared to net profit of $49,817 or $0.00 earnings per share (basic) based on 35.5 million shares or $0.00 earnings per share (diluted) based on 39.6 million shares for the same period in 2024.
• Income before amortization, share-based payments, depreciation, finance charges and taxes was $226,905, as compared to $81,605 for the same period in 2024.

“Our strategy remains centered on broadening our global footprint by building strong distribution partnerships and entering new markets. Adoption of our digital solutions continues to grow, and we actively incorporate insights from users and partners to refine and enhance our offerings, ensuring they remain relevant and impactful across all regions,” said Gali Bar-Ziv, President & CEO of Everybody Loves Languages.

The unaudited condensed interim financial statements for the quarter ended June 30, 2025, and Management Discussion & Analysis are available at www.sedarplus.ca.

About Everybody Loves Languages Corp. (TSX-V: ELL; OTC: LMDCF; FSE: LIMA):

Everybody Loves Languages Corp. is an edtech language-learning and content development company empowering language educators to easily transition from traditional teaching methods to digital learning by integrating education, edutainment, and technology.

The Company provides online and print-based solutions through two distinct business units: Everybody Loves Languages Inc. and Lingo Learning Inc. Everybody Loves Languages is a state-of-the-art technology platform that delivers personalized learning experiences in classrooms and online. Its programs provide innovative SaaS-based eLearning solutions, including online and offline content, a learning management system, assessments, real-time reports, speech recognition technology, and white-label tools. At the same time, Lingo Learning is the content development arm and co-publishes print-based English language learning materials in China.

Everybody Loves Languages has established successful relationships with key government and industry organizations internationally, with a presence in LATAM and China, and continues to expand its product offerings and extend its market reach.

Follow Everybody Loves Languages on social media:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/everybodyloveslanguages
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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elltechnologies

Portions of this press release may include "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of securities laws. These statements involve known and unknown risks, uncertainties or other factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from the results, performance, or expectations implied by these forward-looking statements. These statements are based on management's current expectations and involve certain risks and uncertainties. Actual results may vary materially from management's expectations and projections and thus readers should not place undue reliance on forward-looking statements. Everybody Loves Languages has tried to identify these forward-looking statements by using words such as "may," "should," "expect," "hope," "anticipate," "believe," "intend," "plan," "estimate" and similar expressions. Everybody Loves Languages’ expectations depend upon general economic conditions, the continued and growth in demand for its products, retention of its key management and operating personnel, its need for and availability of additional capital and other uncontrollable or unknown factors. No assurance can be given that the actual results will follow the forward-looking statements. Except as otherwise required by securities laws, Everybody Loves Languages undertakes no obligation to publicly update or revise any forward-looking statements, whether because of new information, future events, changed circumstances or any other reason. Certain factors that can affect the Company's ability to achieve projected results are described in the Company's filings with the Canadian securities regulators available on www.sedarplus.ca.

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For further information, contact:
Khurram Qureshi
Tel: (647) 831-1462
Email: kqureshi@elltechnologies.com

Godoy is one of Wattpad’s most successful authors, with over one million books sold in print and more than 850 million reads online

The Netflix and WEBTOON Productions adaptation of Godoy’s A Traves de mi Ventana is one of the all-time most-watched non-English films on Netflix

TORONTO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Wattpad, a leading webnovel platform and storytelling community, is thrilled to announce that author Ariana Godoy has been named to Variety’s 2025 Storytellers to Watch list. Variety’s prestigious list spotlights ten rising entertainment industry stars who are captivating audiences in fresh, new ways.

Ariana Godoy is one of Wattpad’s most renowned writers and a leading voice in romance fiction. Her stories have accumulated more than 850 million reads on Wattpad, sold over one million copies in print, and been adapted as streaming and theatrical hits.

The Venezuelan-American author began writing on Wattpad in 2014 and has since written 20 webnovels in English and Spanish, publishing nine bestselling print editions with the Wattpad WEBTOON Book Group and Penguin Random House. Her Wattpad webnovel, A través de mi ventana (Through My Window) became a global phenomenon with 386 million reads, and has been adapted into a trilogy of films from Netflix and WEBTOON Productions. Each film in the trilogy debuted at #1 on the Netflix charts for Non-English films, and the first film in the series remains one of Netflix’s most-watched non-English films of all time, with 116 million hours viewed.

In upcoming projects, Godoy’s Wattpad webnovel Sigue Mi Voz has been adapted as a feature film from WEBTOON Productions, Zeta Studios and Beta Fiction Spain. The film will premiere September 12 in theaters in Spain and on Prime Video Spain at a later date.

“Ariana’s success on Wattpad is truly inspiring,” said Aron Levitz, President of Wattpad. “Her ability to connect with fans around the world and create stories that speak to people across languages and formats is what makes her so remarkable. Ariana is a storytelling powerhouse and this honor is well deserved.”

“Working with a creator like Ariana, whose talent, drive and passion are unparalleled, is part of what makes my job so fulfilling,” said David Madden, President of WEBTOON Productions. “All of us at WEBTOON Productions are thrilled to see her recognized for this list as her storytelling has touched all of us deeply.”

“Writing has always been how I express myself, and I’m overjoyed that stories that come from my heart have connected with readers all over the world on Wattpad, in print, and on Netflix!” said Wattpad author Ariana Godoy. “I’m beyond honored to be a part of Variety's list of 10 Storytellers to Watch, and I’m excited to continue to share my stories with the world.”

Past honorees of Variety’s Storytellers to Watch include New York Times bestselling author Brit Bennett (The Vanishing Half), composers Toby Marlow and Lucy Moss (Six), and Horton Foote Prize-winning playwright Lauren Yee, among others.

To view the full 2025 Storytellers to Watch list from Variety, visit here.

About Wattpad
Wattpad’s vision is to entertain and connect the world through stories. A leading global webnovel platform, Wattpad has democratized storytelling for a new generation of diverse Gen Z writers and their fans. Wattpad is part of WEBTOON Entertainment’s IP & Creator Ecosystem, where approximately 155 million monthly active users discover incredible stories in multiple formats.

Sabena Singh
sabena.singh@wattpad.com
647-400-2874

WICHITA, Kan.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Cessna SkyCourier is making its entry into Mongolia with charter operator Hunnu Air placing the first order for the versatile twin-engine turboprop aircraft in the country. Hunnu Air will use the Cessna SkyCourier to enhance domestic tourism and cargo operations within Mongolia. The order includes two passenger variants of the Cessna SkyCourier aircraft and one Cessna Grand Caravan EX, with deliveries of their new aircraft expected to begin in 2026.

The Cessna SkyCourier is designed and produced by Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company.

"Designed for versatility and performance, the Cessna SkyCourier is a strong fit to support Hunnu Air’s services across Mongolia,” said Lannie O’Bannion, senior vice president, Sales & Marketing. “The increasing global popularity of the aircraft underscores its exceptional adaptability in supporting air freight, charter and special missions use cases, showcasing its broad appeal across diverse operational sectors.”

Since 2011, Hunnu Air has served as a pivotal player in the Mongolian aviation sector, demonstrating a robust commitment to expand both domestic and international air travel. As the second-largest airline in Mongolia, Hunnu Air has carved a niche for itself by offering reliable and efficient air transport solutions to its passengers.

With its exceptional performance, reliability and capacity, the SkyCourier is well-suited for VIP operations across Mongolia’s vast and diverse landscapes, providing greater accessibility to remote and scenic destinations. This strategic investment underscores Hunnu Air’s commitment to expanding air travel options and supporting Mongolia’s growing tourism sector.

Textron Aviation recently celebrated the first Canadian delivery of the twin-engine, high-wing turboprop to Air Bravo Corporation, as well as the achievement of certification for the Combi configuration from the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil and first delivery into South America.

About the Cessna SkyCourier
The Cessna SkyCourier twin-engine, high-wing turboprop offers a combination of performance and lower operating costs for air freight, commuter and special mission operators.

The freighter variant is sized to handle up to three LD3 shipping containers with an impressive 6,000-pound payload capability. The 19-passenger variant includes crew and passenger doors for smooth boarding, as well as large cabin windows for natural light and views. Both variants offer single-point pressure refueling to enable faster turnarounds.

The SkyCourier is powered by two wing-mounted Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6A-65SC turboprop engines and features the McCauley Propeller C779, a heavy-duty and reliable 110-inch aluminum four-blade propeller, which is full feathering with reversible pitch, designed to enhance the performance of the aircraft while hauling tremendous loads. The SkyCourier is operated with Garmin G1000 NXi avionics and has a maximum cruise speed of more than 200 KTAS and a 900 nautical-mile maximum range.

About Textron Aviation
We inspire the journey of flight. For more than 95 years, Textron Aviation Inc., a Textron Inc. company, has empowered our collective talent across the Beechcraft, Cessna and Hawker brands to design and deliver the best aviation experience for our customers. With a range that includes everything from business jets, turboprops, and high-performance pistons, to special mission, military trainer and defense products, Textron Aviation has the most versatile and comprehensive aviation product portfolio in the world and a workforce that has produced more than half of all general aviation aircraft worldwide. Customers in more than 170 countries rely on our legendary performance, reliability and versatility, along with our trusted global customer service network, for affordable and flexible flight. For more information, visit www.txtav.com | www.defense.txtav.com | www.scorpionjet.com.

About Textron Inc.
Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: www.textron.com

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The New Novel Marks Department of Lore’s Bold Entry into a Genre-Defining New Universe

LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Department of Lore, pioneers in multidisciplinary storytelling and neo-mythologies, have launched the Kickstarter campaign for MAYA: Seed Takes Root, the debut novel in the expansive sci-fi fantasy universe of MAYA.

Created by filmmaker Anand Gandhi (Ship of Theseus, Tumbbad) and game designer Zain Memon (Shasn), the novel introduces a richly imagined world where minds are shaped, choices are manipulated, and futures are manufactured — often without anyone realizing it.

In MAYA, the divide between the powerful and the powerless is enforced through a shared dreamscape. When one person becomes free from this system, their actions could alter the fate of the entire world.

Backers of the now-live Kickstarter will be the first to access MAYA: Seed Takes Root, with the official release set for August 19, 2025. The campaign also offers exclusive art, lore, and early updates from the growing MAYA universe.

“The worldbuilding we did for Ship of Theseus was just the beginning,” said Gandhi. “With MAYA, we’re building a universe that spans mediums and ideas — and Seed Takes Root is where it all begins.”

MAYA: Seed Takes Root is the first of many interconnected stories across the MAYA universe, which will expand into films, games, graphic novels, toys, and immersive experiences.

“Designing games taught me how systems shape choices,” added Memon. “In MAYA, most characters don’t realize they’re part of a larger game they can’t control.”

MAYA: Seed Takes Root is now live on Kickstarter: https://go.entermaya.com
For more on the MAYA universe, visit: https://departmentoflore.com

Watch the latest trailer here. Additional assets can be found here.

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