St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital has been redesignated as the sole World Health Organization Collaborating Centre for Childhood Cancer. This extension formalizes a technical partnership aimed at bridging the global survival gap, where the hospital provides the scientific and policy expertise required to improve pediatric oncology outcomes worldwide.
As demand for integrated data platforms intensifies within public safety agencies, EPR Fireworks has named industry veteran Neil Arsenault as Chief Revenue Officer. Arsenault will spearhead the company’s national market expansion and revenue strategy, stepping into the role as the firm scales its cloud-based management software for fire and EMS departments.
A $500 million term loan, spearheaded by Silver Point Capital’s direct lending division, has finalized the funding for REPAY Holdings Corporation’s acquisition of KUBRA. The financing package, which also includes a $100 million revolving credit facility, concludes a deal that brings together two major players in integrated payment processing.
Aircraft manufacturer Daher is expanding its use of the LeanDNA APEX platform across Europe, Morocco, and the United States to replace fragmented manual reporting with a unified, AI-driven supply chain. The move aims to synchronize global procurement and production teams under a single source of operational truth.
Moving from its longtime Lair Hill home, the National University of Natural Medicine has established a new urban footprint at 1621 SW 1st Ave. The transition, officially celebrated with a ribbon-cutting on June 26, marks seven decades of the institution’s history while anchoring its operations in the heart of the city.
The rapid expansion of artificial intelligence is hitting a physical wall: electricity. As hyperscalers scramble to secure massive power loads for data centers, the industry’s focus is shifting from chip design and software to the raw energy infrastructure required to sustain the next generation of computing.
With 42,000 vehicles passing the intersection of Long Island Avenue and Commack Road daily, SecureSpace has planted its first flag on Long Island. The company opened a three-story, 49,875-square-foot facility at 999 Long Island Ave, marking its 11th location within the New York City metropolitan area.
More than 5,000 industry professionals will gather in Las Vegas for Customer Contact Week from June 22–25, 2026, where CSD Access will serve as the exclusive accessibility sponsor. The firm intends to demonstrate how its Direct Video Calling solution eliminates the traditional relay hurdles faced by Deaf consumers.
A $42.5 million settlement for the family of a worker killed in an industrial accident has propelled Houston-based Armstrong Lee & Baker LLP onto two 2025 Texas Top 10 lists. The firm secured the fifth spot for wrongful death settlements and the second for premises liability, marking a significant victory in workplace litigation.
Scottsdale-based apparel brand Bad Birdie is moving beyond clothing into the footwear category, announcing a collaborative partnership with performance shoe manufacturer PAYNTR Golf. The debut collection aims to bridge the gap between high-level biomechanical engineering and the bold, expressive aesthetic that has defined Bad Birdie's rise in the sport.
ComplexCon is marking its decade-long run by handing the keys to its 2026 anniversary festival to the 00pium collective. Playboi Carti, serving as artistic director alongside Hiroshi Fujiwara, will anchor the October 3–4 event in Los Angeles with a full-scale takeover of the L.A. LIVE campus and Crypto.com Arena.
Service providers struggling with the complexities of international hiring now have a new tool to navigate borderless employment. PrismHR, a Vensure Employer Solutions company, unveiled its PrismHR Global platform at the PrismHR LIVE conference, promising to streamline compliance and operations for clients operating across 175 countries.
Stephanie and Ian Roltsch have initiated legal action against Nara Organics following their three-month-old son’s hospitalization for botulism. The lawsuit, filed in Riverside County by Ron Simon & Associates and Gomez Trial Attorneys, marks the first formal challenge against the manufacturer after their organic powdered formula was linked to a multi-state outbreak.
Sand and silicates underpin nearly every modern structure, yet the global supply chain for these resources remains notoriously opaque. Gilbane Building Company has stepped in as a founding member of the Coalition for Responsible Sand and Silicates to overhaul how these essential construction materials are sourced and tracked.
San Francisco-based pet nutrition brand PawCo has expanded its national retail presence, bringing its veterinarian-formulated meals and functional treats to the online marketplace Chewy. The move marks a key growth phase for the company as it seeks to scale access to its research-driven canine health products.
Flexstone Partners has agreed to acquire Boston-based Glouston Capital Partners, creating a combined private equity powerhouse managing $15 billion in assets. The deal merges Flexstone’s global primary and co-investment reach with Glouston’s specialized North American secondary market expertise to better serve institutional clients across three continents.
After securing regulatory clearance, Renault Group has finalized a deal to absorb the stakes of its partners in Flexis S.A.S., effectively taking full control of the electric vehicle project. The move ends the joint ownership structure while keeping Volvo Group involved as a key distribution partner for upcoming models.
Following a $4.3 million seed funding round, San Diego-based precision oncology firm Acurion has significantly expanded its leadership, board, and advisory roster. The additions aim to bolster the company’s regulatory, clinical, and commercial capabilities as it prepares its AI-driven OncoGaze™ platform for clinical integration.
San Jose-based Harmonic Inc. has offloaded its video division to MediaKind in a $145 million cash deal, a move that officially transitions the company into a pure-play broadband provider. The divestiture provides a fresh capital injection aimed at accelerating the firm’s virtualized network infrastructure and software-defined technology growth.
Electrolux Group has successfully closed its fully underwritten rights issue, drawing subscriptions for approximately 137.6 percent of the available shares. The strong investor demand ensures the company will raise gross proceeds of roughly SEK 9,062 million, comfortably exceeding the initial offering without needing to trigger any underwriting commitments.
Texans Credit Union has claimed the number one position on Forbes’ 2026 list of America’s Best-In-State Credit Unions. The Richardson-based institution earned the top honor by securing high marks from consumers in categories ranging from trust and financial guidance to digital experience and overall service satisfaction.
Electrolux Group has successfully closed its rights issue, drawing demand that reached approximately 137.6 percent of the shares offered. The strong response from shareholders ensures the appliance manufacturer will raise roughly SEK 9,062 million in gross proceeds, rendering previously established underwriting commitments unnecessary for the capital injection.
Parisian shoppers can now purchase Rokid’s AI-powered smart eyewear directly through local retailer Krys, marking the company’s formal expansion into France. The debut, timed with the VivaTech 2026 conference, brings the firm’s Micro-LED glasses and displayless Neo models to a market previously reachable only through limited international channels.
S&T Bank has secured a position on the Forbes America's Best-In-State Banks 2026 list, a designation determined by direct consumer feedback. The Indiana, Pennsylvania-based institution earned the nod following an independent survey of 26,000 U.S. banking customers who weighed factors like service quality, trust, and digital accessibility.
California’s median home price climbed to a record $930,260 in May, marking the second consecutive month of historic highs. Despite broader economic uncertainty, the state’s housing market saw a 5.1 percent year-over-year increase in sales, signaling a shift as high-end property transactions continue to dominate the landscape.
Two North Carolina teachers, Frances Clark of West Johnson High School and Ashley Faulkner of Triton High School, have been named the 2026 CERTIFIED Educators of the Year. The award recognizes their exceptional commitment to integrating industry-recognized technology certifications into the classroom to better prepare students for the modern workforce.
The U.S. sustainable data center market is bracing for a massive infrastructure overhaul, with total investment projected to reach $116.43 billion by 2031. Driven by the explosive demand for artificial intelligence and high-density computing, operators are rapidly pivoting toward energy-efficient power and cooling systems to sustain growth.
As diplomatic efforts between the United States and Iran reach a critical juncture, author and radio host Teresa Tomeo is releasing a new book that examines the 13th-century peace mission of St. Francis of Assisi. The work serves as both a travel guide and a historical study of the saint’s life.
AstroNova shareholders are facing a $29.00 per share buyout offer from Arcline, sparking a formal investigation by Ademi LLP. The legal firm is currently examining whether the $272 million all-cash transaction prioritizes the interests of board members over the rights and fair compensation of public investors.
I.S.T Corporation is expanding the reach of its proprietary IST PLATINUMWOOL™ technology by forming a global alliance of textile industry leaders. Dubbed PLATINUMWORLD, this initiative connects material science, spinning expertise, and manufacturing to push the boundaries of luxury Merino wool applications ahead of the upcoming summer trade shows.
