A total of 281 agents and teams from John L. Scott Real Estate have secured spots on the 2026 RealTrends Verified list, placing the cohort within the top 1.5% of real estate professionals nationwide. Alongside these individual honors, the Seattle-based firm achieved a national ranking of 21st for closed sales volume.
Since 2023, the nonprofit AI Education Project has reached over 185,000 students across 17 states with specialized AI curricula. Now, a renewed multi-year investment from Google.org aims to scale these classroom-tested models, focusing on Title I districts and rural communities to ensure educators are equipped for a shifting technological landscape.
San Francisco-based burger chain The Melt is turning its attention to Central Florida, actively recruiting franchise partners to establish a footprint in Tampa and Orlando. The company aims to replicate its high-revenue, streamlined kitchen model in a market defined by rapid population growth and a robust dining culture.
TransparentBusiness, Inc. has committed to acquiring over $2.3 billion in real estate assets by swapping its proprietary cryptocurrency, Unicoin, for property holdings. The deal, detailed in recent SEC filings, involves massive land acquisitions in the Philippines and other regions, bypassing traditional cash-based transactions in favor of digital token issuance.
Stamford Public Schools has finalized a five-year agreement to transition its student transportation services to the Redwood City-based firm Zum starting in the 2027–2028 academic year. The district, which serves more than 15,300 students, aims to replace legacy transit models with a digital-first, real-time tracking architecture.
From novice prospector to mining mogul, players can now navigate the complexities of resource extraction through a new Telegram Mini App. Lucky Hand Mining Game LLC, a subsidiary of Buscar Company, launched the platform today to blend historical gold rush themes with modern economic simulation and blockchain integration.
With two decades of experience navigating the complex financial landscapes of the aerospace and defense sectors, Nathan Delgleize has been appointed as the new Vice President of Finance at Carson City-based Click Bond, Inc., a move the family-owned manufacturer expects will bolster its long-term growth and operational scaling.
The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) confirmed that unauthorized parties accessed a network containing sensitive personal data, including Social Security numbers and biometric information. While the breach was identified in March 2025, the organization only finalized its audit of the impacted files in April 2026.
Vascarta Inc. has announced successful Phase I trial results for VAS-101, a sublingual curcumin-based gel designed to treat sickle cell disease. Conducted by the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research, the pilot study showed improved red blood cell kinetics and meaningful reductions in patient-reported pain and fatigue among participants.
After a 29-year tenure at the Texas Department of Transportation, Mike Arellano is pivoting to the private sector to lead Egis’s operations across Texas, Oklahoma, and Kansas. As the new U.S. South Central Regional Manager, he is tasked with scaling infrastructure development and deepening client ties in a high-growth market.
Thirty-five seventy West Boynton Beach Boulevard is the new home of a 13-acre lakefront residential development. Shalimar at Boynton Beach has officially opened pre-leasing for its latest collection of one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, aiming to blend resort-style amenities with high-end interior finishes in the heart of South Florida.
Hyperscale Data, Inc. has secured a "will serve" letter from the Lower Yellowstone Rural Electric Cooperative, clearing a potential path for an additional 125 megawatts of power at its Montana facility. The development marks a significant step in the company's strategy to scale infrastructure for AI and Bitcoin mining.
As the United States approaches its 250th anniversary, an unlikely bridge between Kentucky bourbon and high-speed racing is forming at the British Grand Prix. Jim Beam, the official spirits partner of the newly minted Cadillac Formula 1 Team, is launching a series of cross-Atlantic celebrations to mark the occasion.
As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Mars, Inc. and AMERICAN HERITAGE® Chocolate have selected Marcus P. Smith as the 2026 National History Tellers Award winner. The honor recognizes his dedication to preserving African American heritage and civil rights history through his work at The DuBois Freedom Center.
AARP has selected 23 organizations across New York to receive 2026 Community Challenge grants, providing $237,500 for local projects aimed at enhancing livability. This funding, part of an $8.3 million national initiative, supports rapid-action improvements to public spaces, transportation, and disaster preparedness for residents of all ages.
For high-load digital platforms, the constant overhead of deserializing data can drain massive computing resources. Yandex has now open-sourced YaFF, a new format designed to bypass this bottleneck, potentially saving large-scale services hundreds of millions of dollars annually by allowing direct data access without the need for extensive code migration.
Royce Micro-Cap Trust (NYSE: RMT) posted a one-year total return of 73.35% based on market price as of May 31, 2026. The closed-end fund, which maintains a portfolio focused on companies with market capitalizations under $1 billion, continues to navigate the micro-cap sector with a net asset value of $15.73 per share.
Diagnostic assay developers face a shifting regulatory landscape, prompting Ankeny-based Proliant Health & Biologicals to release AlbufreeDX. The new recombinant human albumin eliminates reliance on animal-derived materials, targeting the rising demand for consistent, high-purity components in life science research and global IVD manufacturing workflows.
Arizona has enacted Senate Bill 1121, a legislative shift that modernizes radiation safety protocols by favoring advanced engineering controls over traditional lead garments. The law aims to mitigate the chronic orthopedic injuries and career-shortening physical burdens long accepted by physicians and technologists working in fluoroscopy-guided medical specialties.
Clark County District Court Judge Tara Clark Newberry has ordered a new trial for Allie Mead, ruling that General Motors’ defense team repeatedly violated court orders and introduced inadmissible evidence. The decision effectively nullifies a November 2025 jury verdict, granting Mead another opportunity to hold the automaker accountable for her injuries.
White residue on showerheads and stubborn spots on glassware are more than just cosmetic nuisances. According to plumbing expert Steve Winters of Greenwood, Indiana, these signs often signal a silent, mineral-driven degradation of home infrastructure that restricts water flow and compromises the efficiency of expensive household appliances.
After a 15-year hiatus from the North Carolina market, developer JPI has acquired a 12.6-acre site in Durham to build Jefferson Watts. The $150 million project, situated near the Duke University Medical Center, signals the firm's aggressive entry into the high-demand Raleigh-Durham region ahead of a July 2026 ground-breaking.
As of May 31, 2026, the Royce Small-Cap Trust (NYSE: RVT) reported a net asset value of $20.31 per share, while the fund's market price settled at $18.56. The oldest and largest small-cap closed-end fund continues to focus on long-term capital growth through a portfolio of small- and micro-cap equities.
A new strategic partnership between Haag-Streit USA and the Oregon Health & Science University Casey Eye Institute aims to standardize clinical perimetry training. Launching in June 2026, the initiative will leverage decades of diagnostic expertise to refine how eye care specialists utilize advanced visual field technology for patient care.
After three decades within the company, Chris Shellberg steps into the role of vice president of low-voltage electric distribution at CMS Energy, effective July 1. She takes charge of the infrastructure delivering power to nearly 2 million homes and businesses across Michigan through the firm’s primary subsidiary, Consumers Energy.
Argentina’s Biosidus has signed a licensing and supply agreement with Mubadala Bio, the life sciences arm of Mubadala Investment Company, to introduce a suite of complex biologic therapies into the United Arab Emirates. The deal was finalized at the BIO International Convention 2026 under the observation of Abu Dhabi health officials.
Street Child United has kicked off its #IAmSomebody Tour, a series of events spanning the United States and Canada designed to amplify the advocacy demands of street-connected youth. Partnering with Bank of America, the initiative aims to leverage the global spotlight of the 2026 FIFA World Cup to drive systemic change.
Dr. Jennifer Garrison, Vice President of Federal Health at Maximus, has been recognized as an Inner Circle Lifetime Member. The distinction honors her dual career path in healthcare leadership and military service, highlighting her specialized work in strategic planning and the development of international federal health platforms.
Arlington-based Eagle Hill Consulting has been named a winner of the 2026 Top Workplaces award by WTOP News. The recognition relies exclusively on confidential employee feedback collected by Energage, an engagement technology firm that evaluates workplace culture based on support, growth opportunities, and professional empowerment.
After five decades in clinical and administrative dentistry, David J. DePorter, DDS, has been named a Top Professional by Marquis Who's Who. The recognition highlights his career-long commitment to improving dental health access for underserved populations and his current work shaping clinical policy at Centene Corporation.
