Thirty-seven middle school students from across the United States have been named State Merit Winners in the 2026 3M Young Scientist Challenge, an annual competition that tasks young innovators with developing creative, science-based solutions to real-world problems ranging from robotics and automotive safety to climate technology.
As premium spirit demand surges across Canada, Tequila Partida is entering the market for the first time, bringing its Jalisco-produced agave spirits to British Columbia shelves. The expansion marks a major milestone for the brand, which celebrates two decades of production with a national tour led by its master distiller.
A new $5 million fitness center is set to debut in Kissimmee this winter, marking the latest expansion for CR Fitness Holdings. The 37,000-square-foot facility at 4801 W. Irlo Bronson Memorial Hwy will introduce the brand’s updated Crunch 3.0 design to the local community, emphasizing both high-intensity training and recovery amenities.
As artificial intelligence transitions from experimental hype to tangible economic force, T. Rowe Price has launched the sixth season of its podcast, "The Angle." The series, titled "AI at Work: From Promise to Impact," aims to guide investors through the complex landscape of AI adoption and its long-term financial implications.
HyperStrong concluded The smarter E Europe 2026 in Munich with 15 new agreements totaling nearly 10GWh, signaling a sharp acceleration in its international growth. The haul includes a massive 4.6GWh supply deal with Italy’s Redelfi and a 1GWh framework contract with German EPC firm GOLDBECK SOLAR.
Investors and market analysts are bracing for the second quarter 2026 financial report from Cincinnati-based First Financial Bancorp. The company confirmed it will publish its latest performance figures after the close of market trading on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, ahead of a scheduled investor conference call the following morning.
Gartner has designated Blackbird.AI as a Market Shaper in its June 2026 Emerging Market Quadrant for Narrative Intelligence, citing the startup’s ability to execute and its potential to disrupt traditional security architectures. The recognition underscores a shift toward treating narrative detection as a foundational layer of corporate defense.
Investors are looking to Milwaukee as ManpowerGroup prepares to report its second quarter 2026 financial results on July 16. The global workforce solutions firm plans to pull back the curtain on its performance before the opening bell, followed by a live management discussion of the quarter's key metrics.
Seven retail locations across Ohio are undergoing a comprehensive design transformation as Bloom moves to standardize its dispensary experience. By shifting toward an open-concept floor plan, the cannabis retailer aims to accelerate service speeds and broaden product accessibility for its regional customer base.
McLean-based consultancy Attain Partners has secured a spot on the 2026 WTOP News Top Workplace list, an honor determined entirely by confidential employee feedback. The recognition highlights firms in the Washington, D.C. area that prioritize organizational culture and professional development, marking a significant milestone for the growing consultancy.
The Globee Awards has officially opened submissions for its 23rd annual program, seeking to identify the most significant technological advancements and operational milestones in the global cybersecurity sector. Organizations ranging from startups to government entities are invited to highlight their contributions to digital resilience and threat mitigation.
United Therapeutics Corporation has stepped in as the Visionary and Presenting Sponsor for National Patch Day 2026, bolstering the Miami-based initiative’s mission to provide emotional support to young people navigating cancer, severe illness, and mental health challenges through a unique, global network of encouragement.
San Francisco-based chocolatier See's Candies is marking its 105th year in business by reviving Lollypalooza, a month-long tribute to its signature square confections. Throughout July, the brand is offering discounts and sweepstakes, culminating in the release of a new, mystery flavor on National Lollypop Day, July 20.
With summer storm season approaching, The Brothers That Just Do Gutters is rolling out flexible payment plans to help homeowners tackle essential exterior repairs. By offering interest-free options and monthly installments, the company aims to prevent long-term water damage to foundations and roofs without requiring large upfront capital.
A steady flow of regional officials and company executives gathered in Cassopolis, Michigan, on July 1 to break ground on a new manufacturing facility for Fibrosan. The project marks a strategic pivot for the Turkish-owned firm, which aims to anchor its North American supply chain through local production of glass-reinforced plastics.
Instead of the drone of a vacuum or the splash of a mop, the Scottsdale-based cleaning franchise wants homeowners to listen for the sound of waves or backyard laughter. The company’s new summer campaign, "Imagine... Putting Down the Mop and Picking Up Where You Left Off," focuses on trading chores for time.
A 19% premium on share price sealed the deal as Blue Owl Capital finalized its acquisition of Sila Realty Trust, a Tampa-based healthcare real estate investment firm. The move, approved by over 98% of Sila stockholders, marks a significant expansion of Blue Owl’s net lease assets within the resilient medical sector.
Investors who held Commvault Systems securities between April 29, 2025, and January 26, 2026, have until July 17, 2026, to file for lead plaintiff status in a federal class action lawsuit. The litigation follows a sharp 31% drop in share price after the company reported a significant deceleration in SaaS ARR growth.
Investors who purchased First Solar securities between February 26, 2025, and February 24, 2026, have until August 24, 2026, to seek lead plaintiff status in a federal securities class action. The lawsuit claims the company misled shareholders regarding its ability to navigate U.S. tariff policies and production facility challenges.
Chef Jude Kereama is headlining a new educational drive to connect professional kitchens and home cooks with responsibly farmed seafood. The campaign, a collaboration between Best Aquaculture Practices and Great British Chefs, aims to demystify the BAP certification label through a series of culinary demonstrations and expert-led recipes.
Datalink Networks has secured a position on the 2026 MSP 501, a global ranking that identifies top-tier managed service providers based on financial health, operational efficiency, and long-term business viability rather than simple revenue size.
Six total knee replacements completed in under four hours mark the debut of OrthAlign’s Lantern ASC system, a portable navigation platform designed to bypass the heavy capital costs and workflow constraints of traditional surgical robotics in ambulatory surgery centers.
With export volumes climbing 60.5% in 2025 to reach RMB 1.22 billion, Yunnan has solidified its status as China’s premier floral hub. As global demand for the province’s blooms intensifies, industry leaders are shifting focus toward the upcoming IFEX Kunming 2026 expo, scheduled to host 600 exhibitors this September.
A 198-acre aggregate quarry in Woodbury, New York, is heading to bankruptcy auction, offering buyers a rare, fully permitted mineral asset in the Hudson Valley. With over 66 million tons of estimated and probable reserves, the site represents a strategic foothold for construction supply chains serving the New York metropolitan area.
Teenagers who feel their parents are frequently distracted by mobile devices are significantly more likely to develop insecure attachment styles. A study published in Frontiers in Psychology suggests that parental device habits, rather than just the amount of time teens spend on screens, play a critical role in adolescent emotional development.
Hansa Biopharma has officially closed an exclusive licensing agreement with SERB Pharmaceuticals, transferring the commercial rights for its transplant drug Idefirix across Europe and the Middle East. The deal, valued at €115 million, provides the Swedish firm with significant capital as it prepares for a potential product launch in the United States.
With over 25 years of leadership experience in higher education, Mark Garland has been appointed Campus President of the new Concorde Career Colleges facility in Glendale. His arrival marks a strategic expansion for the healthcare-focused division of Universal Technical Institute as it prepares to enter the Arizona market.
As supply chain constraints throttle the availability of new AI hardware, Newark-based Dataknox Solutions is launching a third-party maintenance program to keep aging infrastructure functional. The service targets equipment reaching end-of-life status from manufacturers like NVIDIA, Intel, and AMD, offering companies a path to avoid costly, premature equipment refreshes.
Facilities management software is moving away from static screen-based navigation toward conversational AI. New capabilities introduced by Facilio allow operations teams to manage work orders, validate invoices, and process inspections through natural language prompts, voice commands, and third-party tools like ChatGPT or WhatsApp rather than manual platform entry.
As demand for attainable housing surges across the Southwest, The Richman Group has appointed Abby Perez as its new Director of Development for Arizona. Based in Phoenix, Perez will oversee the firm’s regional development pipeline while spearheading strategic efforts to enter markets in New Mexico and Nevada.
