Six young activists from North America and Mexico are set to receive the 2026 Brower Youth Awards, an honor recognizing those driving tangible change in conservation, energy, and policy. The recipients, ranging from ages 19 to 21, will be celebrated on October 19 in Berkeley, California.
With Halloween falling on a Saturday for the first time since 2020, Dave & Buster's is pivoting its national locations toward a month-long celebration. The entertainment chain is introducing a limited-time themed menu and interactive games, culminating in dual ticketed parties on October 31 for both families and adults.
As Breast Cancer Awareness Month highlights the strain of medical treatment, Scottsdale-based Maid Brigade is urging families to alleviate the burden on patients and caregivers by managing essential household cleaning. The initiative focuses on creating a sanitary environment that allows those undergoing chemotherapy to prioritize rest and recovery.
After nearly six decades of producing fresh plant extracts, Santa Fe-based Herbs, Etc. is shifting its delivery method. The company has launched two infused gummy supplements, Deep Sleep and Daily Peace, marking a departure from traditional tinctures by offering a liquid-filled center designed to nourish the nervous system rather than merely sedate it.
Task Force RAVEN is integrating Striveworks’ Chariot Forge software to accelerate intelligence processing across European military operations. The contract marks a shift toward field-ready agentic AI, designed to automate data transfers between disparate systems while keeping human commanders in the loop for every critical targeting decision.
Smaller cases and jewelry-inspired silhouettes are moving from the red carpet to everyday wear, as Timex launches its most expansive women's collection in years. By reinterpreting vintage designs from the 1950s through the 1980s, the brand is betting that modern consumers prioritize personal proportion over traditional watch categories.
A landmark deal has reshaped Alabama’s commercial real estate landscape, as Newmark finalized the $508 million sale of The Summit, the state’s largest single-property transaction on record. The 870,000-square-foot open-air lifestyle hub was sold by JDJ to Federal Realty, signaling sustained institutional appetite for dominant regional retail assets.
“I thought there should be a way to see behind you when using headphones to increase awareness and prevent potential accidents,” said the inventor of the REMY VISION. Developed in Silver Spring, Maryland, the device integrates a rear-viewing mechanism into standard audio gear to help users track their surroundings.
The global laboratory software market is set to expand from $6.46 billion in 2026 to $10.62 billion by 2031, according to a recent report by MarketsandMarkets. This growth, projected at a compound annual rate of 10.5%, is driven by an industry-wide transition toward automated, AI-integrated, and cloud-based informatics platforms.
Avarra has raised $17 million in a Series A round led by Duration Ventures to expand its AI avatar platform. While competitors focus on automating routine administrative work, the San Mateo-based startup aims to upskill go-to-market teams by capturing and deploying the expertise of top performers to manage complex sales cycles.
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Malaysian digital payment provider Bradbury Capital Holdings has finalized its business combination with Technology & Telecommunication Acquisition Corporation, marking its entry into U.S. public markets. Starting October 7, 2026, the combined entity will trade on the Nasdaq exchange under the ticker symbols BBCI and BBCI W.
The global market for Parkinson’s disease treatments is poised for significant expansion over the next decade, fueled by an aging population and a wave of new therapeutic approvals. With the total market size valued at roughly $8 billion in 2025, industry analysts anticipate sustained growth driven by innovation.
Fast Company has named EnergyFluo, an agentic AI energy management system developed by Hanwha Group subsidiary TransGrid Energy, to its 2026 Next Big Things in Tech list. The recognition highlights the platform’s role in optimizing power consumption for data centers and large-load facilities through advanced machine learning.
As rural property values in the Austin–Waco–Hill Country region climb by 8.63% to record highs, developers are moving to capitalize on the demand. Lone Star Land Partners plans a two-day land sale on October 17 and 18, offering large acreage tracts near San Saba to prospective buyers seeking rural retreats.
The U.S. Army has selected BLADE as one of six partners for its Infantry Last Tactical Mile initiative, aiming to modernize battlefield support. The company will deploy its Hunter WOLF, a hybrid autonomous ground vehicle built to handle the most hazardous segments of logistical resupply and casualty evacuation missions.
Drawing inspiration from the 1920s Hawaiian music boom that influenced the modern acoustic guitar, C. F. Martin & Co. is adding two instruments and a specialty string set to its O'ahu collection. The release marks the first time the company has integrated a ukulele into this specific historical tribute series.
Tangled wires and precarious rooftop climbs are becoming a relic of the past as Pacific Lawn Sprinklers pivots the holiday lighting market toward a permanent ownership model. By moving away from seasonal rentals, the company allows homeowners to secure custom LED displays that remain their property for years to come.
The Hawai'i Department of Transportation is scaling a digital alert system across four islands to shield highway crews from traffic. By integrating H.E.L.P. technology into department vehicles, the state aims to notify drivers of roadside hazards long before the work zones become visible to the naked eye.
At its Frontier event in San Jose, Pimax revealed the Crystal Pro, a high-end VR headset utilizing 60GHz wireless technology to bypass traditional video encoding. By leveraging eye-tracking to transmit native GPU images directly to the user’s focus area, the device aims to eliminate common streaming artifacts and latency issues.
Nearly three in 10 truck-related injury crashes on SH 349 between Patricia and Midland result in a death, according to a five-year analysis of Texas Department of Transportation data. The study, conducted by the Dallas-based law firm Angel Reyes & Associates, identifies rural state highways as the epicenter of lethal commercial vehicle accidents.
Elite American ice sculptors Jim Duggan and Aaron Costic are heading to the 2027 International Ice Sculpture Competition in Harbin, China, with new backing from RefrigiWear. The apparel manufacturer, known for its industrial gear, will provide specialized cold-weather protection for the duo as they face extreme winter conditions.
Pimax unveiled the Crystal Pro in San Jose, a high-end VR headset utilizing Native Foveated Streaming to bypass traditional Wi-Fi encoding. By leveraging a 60GHz 2x2 MIMO wireless link, the device transmits raw GPU output directly to the display, targeting latency below 2ms for a more responsive visual experience.
Balflex and NRP Jones have combined their American operations to forge a stronger hydraulics partner for the North American market. By merging NRP Jones’ long-standing US manufacturing footprint with the international scale of the Portugal-based Balflex group, the companies aim to enhance supply chain resilience and local technical support.
Pittsburgh-based Mortgage Connect has acquired a majority stake in the Stavvy platform, aiming to unify fragmented eClosing workflows. By merging Stavvy’s digital collateral infrastructure with its own Simply Secure Sign technology, the firm intends to provide lenders with a single, end-to-end ecosystem for mortgage execution and post-closing management.
When deciding on a dental provider for a child, parents must weigh the convenience of a family practice against the specialized behavioral and developmental expertise offered by pediatric specialists. Anthony Pasquale, a dental expert at Northwood Family Dental Center, highlights how these distinct approaches shape a child’s long-term oral health.
In a town where children face an average of 7.5 hours of daily screen time, the residents of Waxahachie, Texas, have turned to physical design to reclaim playtime. Volunteers and local youth recently transformed an empty lot at the Family YMCA into a playground built directly from the children's own drawings.
Edward Jones has secured the seventh spot on the 2026 Fortune list of Best Workplaces in Financial Services & Insurance. This recognition, determined by Great Place to Work research, highlights the firm's internal culture of trust and collaboration as reported directly by its North American workforce of 55,000 associates.
After testing new equipment and bread suppliers, the 92-year-old Akron-based drive-in chain Swensons is scrapping recent changes to return to its roots. The company announced it will reinstate its original, locally baked Italian buns and traditional vertical toasters to restore the specific taste profile customers demanded.
Only 5% of global consumers feel comfortable allowing AI to perform tasks with their approval, while a mere 3% trust automated agents to conduct routine transactions independently. A new Ping Identity survey of 11,000 people across 12 countries highlights a widening trust gap as AI moves beyond simple support and recommendations.
S&C Electric Company is expanding its Illinois manufacturing footprint with a 295,000-square-foot facility in Glenview. The site, scheduled to begin operations in early 2027, will function as a central warehouse to consolidate inventory, ultimately freeing up floor space for increased production across the company’s existing regional operations.
