Columbia Banking System has secured the number one position among U.S. banks with at least $50 billion in assets in the 2026 RankingBanking study. The Tacoma-based institution climbed to the top spot after two consecutive years as runner-up, outperforming peers in asset quality and profitability metrics.
Better Business Advice has named Nicely Network the premier AI SEO agency for brand mentions in ChatGPT for 2026. This recognition highlights the firm’s specialized strategy of integrating high-authority editorial placements with Reddit marketing to secure visibility within AI-generated responses and evolving search environments.
Eighteen of the world’s top female drivers will converge on Las Vegas for the F1 ACADEMY grand finale this November, joined once again by Sanrio’s iconic cast of characters. From November 19 to 21, the race weekend will blend high-speed motorsport with the brand’s signature aesthetic through interactive fan experiences.
Private equity firm GTCR has spearheaded a $200 million second lien term loan for Sophos, the cybersecurity firm currently backed by Thoma Bravo. This capital injection arrives as Sophos undergoes a broader refinancing effort of its existing $2.45 billion first lien debt, marking a strategic shift in the company's financial structure.
Peggy, an 80-year-old former meatpacker and bridge enthusiast, has joined the staff of Los Angeles-based startup Hurray’s Girl Beer. The brand, known for its irreverent marketing, is documenting the unlikely hire in a mockumentary-style social media campaign while simultaneously pushing into 15 new states across the U.S.
A custom-forged Pulaski axe rests at the center of the third annual Protect Our Protectors collection, a collaboration between Seager Co. and Coors Banquet. The partnership honors wildland firefighters through a new apparel line, with six percent of all sales directed to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation to support families and injured responders.
Moving away from the traditional row of treadmills, Amped Fitness is bringing its amusement-park-inspired gym concept to Kildeer, Illinois. The 20771 N. Rand Road location replaces standard fitness floor layouts with eight distinct, themed environments designed to turn routine exercise into a destination-based experience.
A $10 million injection from the Metropolitan Park consortium has provided the foundational capital for the new Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens facility. The funding joins a broader $33.8 million public-private coalition aimed at establishing the first dedicated community center in the Jackson Heights neighborhood.
To secure the hotel inventory necessary for its upcoming winter launch, Flair Vacations has finalized a distribution agreement with IBS Software. The deal utilizes the iStay Gateway platform to connect the new division of the Canadian carrier to a massive network of room supply across the Caribbean and Mexico.
Nearly 300 Illinois school bus drivers and monitors at Sunrise Transportation have voted to join Teamsters Local 777. The workers, now employed under the Student Transportation of America umbrella, organized to demand higher wages, improved healthcare benefits, and safer working conditions after years of stagnation.
Drivers of XPENG vehicles will gain direct access to the Google Play ecosystem starting in early 2027, marking a significant expansion of the automaker's partnership with Google. This integration allows users to download automotive-optimized apps directly to their dashboards, removing the necessity of connecting a smartphone for daily digital services.
New York nonprofit Partnership with Children is launching three new afterschool programs in Brooklyn and the Bronx, aiming to integrate mental health support directly into extracurricular activities. The initiative targets high-need students by addressing poverty-related stressors through a trauma-informed model that operates beyond the traditional school bell.
Nine months after launching its RNA research program, XtalPi has nominated a preclinical candidate for IgA nephropathy. The company credits its Kodexia™ platform, which merges generative AI with automated laboratory validation, for identifying a high-potency molecular design that outperformed clinical-stage reference molecules in early testing.
Singer and entrepreneur Jessie James Decker has partnered with the virtual medical practice Ivim Health, aiming to bridge the gap between clinical lab results and the personal health experiences women face. The collaboration centers on Decker’s role as a patient, documenting her journey to help others navigate complex wellness decisions.
With wholesale specialty coffee prices hovering near $15 a pound, Berkeley-based Bellwether Coffee is rolling out a redesigned shop roaster. The hardware launch coincides with internal data suggesting that cafes can slash their coffee expenses by roughly 50 percent by bringing roasting operations in-house rather than purchasing pre-roasted beans.
Equitable Bank has secured €500 million in fresh capital through its seventh covered bond issuance since 2021, signaling sustained appetite from international investors. The move marks a calculated step in the Toronto-based lender's strategy to broaden its funding base following its recent acquisition of PC Financial.
The Department of War has finalized a one-year agreement with Bridge Defense, unlocking up to $63 million in software engineering capacity to accelerate mission-ready deployments. Initially focused on U.S. Special Operations Command, the contract utilizes the CDAO Tradewinds ecosystem to bypass traditional, fragmented procurement cycles for classified technology.
AERODOM has deployed a new mobile platform at Las Américas International Airport in Santo Domingo to streamline communication between the 60 organizations operating on-site. The tool, developed by AirportLabs, delivers live flight data and operational alerts to nearly 300 initial users, aiming to modernize day-to-day airport management.
Federal agencies now have access to OnePlan’s AI-enabled strategic portfolio management platform following the company’s achievement of FedRAMP High (Class D) certification. The milestone allows government entities to consolidate mission strategy, financial tracking, and workforce resource planning within a single, security-vetted environment designed for sensitive operations.
Ten partners from the Boston-based firm Rubin Rudman have earned spots on the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers in America list. The recognition highlights the firm’s deep bench in high-net-worth divorce, complex trust and estate planning, and probate litigation, marking a significant milestone for the practice group.
Move over, fun-size candy bars; the humble potato is becoming the most sought-after prize on the trick-or-treat circuit. What began as an eccentric porch experiment has morphed into a national phenomenon dubbed Trick-or-Tater, with households across the country reporting that children are increasingly bypassing sugar in favor of raw spuds.
Locked behind a daily step goal, social media and gaming apps on a user’s phone remain inaccessible until they hit their movement target. This aggressive approach to digital wellness, known as Walking Mode, earned the WeWard app a place on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list this week.
Before a single dental tool touches a patient's enamel, the modern cosmetic procedure begins on a screen. Dr. Michael Cohen of Big Boca Smiles argues that digital planning is no longer a luxury but the foundation for predictable, functional, and aesthetically consistent results in contemporary dentistry.
Seventy years after beginning his career in a pre-computer banking era, Francis E. Di Bacco has been named a Pinnacle Professional Member of the Inner Circle of Excellence. The veteran consultant, who founded F.E. Di Bacco Inc., continues to challenge modern banking fee structures through specialized auditing and proprietary methodologies.
Midland-based tax experts Jake Flader and Jonathan Williams suggest that many business owners mistake mandatory tax preparation for proactive financial strategy. While preparation merely reports on the past, effective planning transforms tax season from a reactive compliance exercise into a tool for shaping future business outcomes and cash flow management.
Six months after taking the helm of the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Director Ulrich Steidl has finalized a new senior leadership team. The appointments aim to bridge the gap between basic laboratory research and community-based clinical care, prioritizing early intervention and the prevention of cancer recurrence.
After a decade of battling chronic illness that forced her to abandon a high-intensity fitness career, functional nutrition practitioner Kristie Calise has launched Balance. The app, co-founded with software engineer Frank Calise, provides a flexible, symptom-sensitive wellness platform for those whose health fluctuates from day to day.
Northern California shoppers looking for a functional boost can now find marrō, an Atlanta-based wellness beverage, across 50 Raley’s, Nob Hill Foods, and Bel Air Markets locations. The brand’s sparkling, fruit-flavored bone broth will be featured in the retailer's Get Curious discovery program through November 3.
Avelo Airlines is deepening its footprint in Collin County, announcing two additional nonstop Florida destinations from McKinney National Airport. Starting in mid-December, the carrier will connect North Texas travelers to Sarasota-Bradenton and West Palm Beach, bringing its total network from the airport to 11 routes.
The diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma in Pope Leo XIV has shifted global attention toward the persistent challenge of lung cancer, a disease impacting 2.5 million people annually. As the pontiff recovers from surgery, medical experts are underscoring the vital necessity of continued research and equitable access to modern therapeutic interventions.
