While 93% of Americans acknowledge that handwashing is vital to health, the reality of summer travel tells a different story. As vacationers navigate crowded airports and public facilities, new data from the Bradley Healthy Handwashing Survey reveals that one in four people routinely skip washing up after using public restrooms.
The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has added Collaborative Literacy and the SIPPS foundational skills program to its official early literacy curriculum list. This designation allows school districts across the state to access partial reimbursement grants when adopting these evidence-based materials for K–5 instruction.
KORE Group Holdings has officially transitioned to a private entity after completing its acquisition by affiliates of Searchlight Capital Partners and Abry Partners. The deal, which concludes KORE's tenure on the New York Stock Exchange, provides the IoT connectivity firm with fresh capital to accelerate its global expansion and service innovation.
Gathering in Colorado Springs from July 8 to 10, the Ivybrook Academy network convened for its annual conference to balance celebration with fiscal strategy. As the half-day preschool franchise approaches its 20th anniversary this August, the event underscored the brand's rapid expansion across 22 states.
After years of customer requests, California-based Philz Coffee is pivoting beyond its signature roasted beans to introduce a permanent matcha category. The new menu features four handcrafted beverages sourced from Uji, Japan, rolling out across all 80-plus locations in California and Chicago to satisfy a long-standing demand for alternatives to coffee.
A $275 million investment is heading to Pratt & Whitney Canada’s largest manufacturing site in Longueuil, Quebec. Backed by both federal and provincial government support, the RTX subsidiary aims to overhaul its industrial footprint to keep pace with rising global demand for regional and business aviation engines.
The Charleston-based software firm, which specializes in AI-powered tools for the social impact sector, secured a spot on the 2026 TIME America’s Best Companies rankings. The inclusion evaluates the company’s internal culture and financial performance alongside its broader commitment to sustainability and workplace innovation.
Staffing Industry Analysts has once again placed 24 Seven at the number two spot on its list of the largest marketing and creative staffing firms in the United States, highlighting the agency's continued dominance in a sector that generated over $122 billion in total revenue across the industry last year.
RapidScale has joined an elite group of 147 global partners by earning the AWS AI Services Competency for Agentic AI. The designation validates the cloud service provider’s technical framework and governance, marking a shift from theoretical AI experimentation to the implementation of production-grade, business-impacting agentic solutions.
Employees at SutiSoft customers can now ditch clunky dashboards for natural conversation, as the Sunnyvale-based firm rolls out Agentic AI across its enterprise suite. The technology aims to replace manual data entry and complex interface navigation with intelligent agents capable of reasoning, decision-making, and autonomous process execution.
For the eighth year in a row, Greenville-based technology firm TPM Inc. has earned a spot on the Best Places to Work in South Carolina list. The annual designation, organized by SCBIZ and Best Companies Group, recognizes the company’s ongoing commitment to employee satisfaction and workplace culture.
A blend of DOLE pineapple, jalapeños, and Thai chili sauce defines the latest arrival at Papa Murphy's Take 'n' Bake locations. The new Hulapeño Pizza, which hit menus nationwide on July 20, aims to capture the growing consumer demand for sweet and spicy flavor profiles at a accessible price point.
With Medicare fraud costing taxpayers over $60 billion annually, the New York StateWide Senior Action Council has officially flagged telehealth schemes as its July priority. The organization is urging the state’s 3.6 million seniors to exercise extreme caution when approached with offers for unsolicited remote medical services or monitoring equipment.
Luxury Lifestyle Awards has designated William Raveis as the Best Luxury Full-Service Real Estate Brokerage in the USA for 2026. The Shelton-based company earned the recognition following a rigorous evaluation of its service benchmarks, specifically highlighting its proprietary technology and integrated concierge offerings for the high-end residential market.
Scottsdale-based Massage Envy is shifting its national service model toward a concern-focused approach, introducing three distinct assisted stretch categories designed to target specific physiological needs. The transition aims to move beyond generic offerings, allowing guests to select sessions tailored to tension relief, muscle recovery, or improved range of motion.
As cannabis consumers increasingly prioritize taste over traditional strain names, Portland-based True Terpenes has launched LOUD Flavors, an all-natural additive platform. The company aims to standardize high-intensity flavor profiles across vapes and pre-rolls, responding to data showing that distinct, memorable flavor is now the primary driver of brand loyalty.
The Hoag Hospital Foundation has surpassed its 2025 annual fundraising total in just six months, raising $5.1 million through a modernized Grateful Patient Program. By transitioning from manual, spreadsheet-heavy workflows to Kindsight’s Ascend CRM, the Orange County health system has dramatically accelerated its ability to engage donors.
Testing over 200 foam formulations, pet brand Lesure has launched the RealOrtho Dog Bed, a sleep system that mirrors human mattress design. The product aims to provide joint support for aging and large-breed dogs, moving beyond the soft, non-supportive surfaces common in traditional pet bedding.
With a 2,000W Class-D amplifier and 134 dB SPL output, Yamaha’s new DXR mk3 series targets the evolving demands of live sound professionals. The latest iteration of the company’s flagship powered speakers integrates advanced DSP and Bluetooth-enabled remote management, aiming to modernize setup efficiency for DJs and touring musicians.
As the American workforce shifts away from standard W-2 employment, Fairway Home Mortgage is aggressively expanding its Non-Qualified Mortgage portfolio. The lender is betting that entrepreneurs, retirees, and real estate investors—often sidelined by conventional underwriting—represent a significant, untapped demographic for homeownership financing in the current market.
Bettor Capital has emerged as the foundational seed investor for Hey Seven, a startup deploying the gaming industry's first AI-native platform for player development. The investment provides gaming operators with a pre-built solution to identify high-value players and scale personalized service without expanding their existing human host teams.
Pediatric therapy often fails because it ignores the environment where a child spends 167 hours of their week. Austin-based Emora Health is shifting that dynamic by launching dedicated, clinician-led therapy for parents, aiming to stabilize the entire household unit rather than treating the child in isolation.
Ninety-two percent of U.S. healthcare leaders refuse to deploy artificial intelligence at scale without deep clinical expertise, according to a new national survey. While many organizations report successful pilot projects, 71% are failing to expand these tools, stalled by integration barriers rather than a lack of perceived value.
Generative AI functions less as a replacement for human intellect and more as a powerful magnifier of existing cognitive habits, according to a study by ID Quotient Advisory Group. By analyzing 1,923 adults, researchers found that the impact of AI depends heavily on whether users delegate judgment or challenge their own reasoning.
Detroit-based financial data provider Benzinga has released a new Events Calendar API designed to give fintech platforms and institutional investors direct access to upcoming corporate catalysts. The tool tracks key market movements, including analyst days and shareholder meetings, to help users anticipate stock volatility before it hits the tape.
Michaels has debuted Ask Mike, an AI-powered digital assistant integrated into its online platform to shift the retail experience from keyword-based searching to conversational guidance. Built on Google Cloud’s Gemini Enterprise, the tool aims to bridge the gap between initial creative inspiration and final product purchase for DIY shoppers.
After two decades of building a Southern California client base, Abacus IT is merging with New York-based Fairdinkum Consulting. The deal integrates the two firms to consolidate managed IT service offerings, bringing Abacus founder Jirka Ambroz into the Fairdinkum partnership to oversee the expanded West Coast presence.
Vehicle transport pricing is moving faster than seen in years, prompting Cox Automotive to overhaul its Price Check Plus tool. By integrating real-time transaction data from its massive logistics marketplace, the company aims to help shippers and carriers stabilize costs in an environment defined by fuel spikes and carrier shortages.
Every child follows a unique developmental path, yet parents often feel the pressure to compare their children against rigid timelines. Dr. Laura Babcock of Gwinnett Pediatrics and Adolescent Medicine argues that steady, individual progress is the true indicator of health, rather than the speed at which specific milestones are achieved.
Instead of chasing perfect health regimens, Live Love Spa is asking participants to commit to just one small, intentional habit this August. The ninth annual National Wellness Month movement shifts the focus from rigid industry trends toward personal autonomy, betting that self-selected routines foster the most sustainable long-term results.
