Sticky air, uneven temperatures, and a unit that never stops running are more than just summer annoyances. According to Spencer Greenamyre of Besel's Home Improvement Company, these symptoms often point to a fundamental issue: your air conditioner is incorrectly sized for the unique demands of the Kansas climate.
Uwharrie Capital Corp saw its net income surge to $7.1 million for the first half of 2026, a sharp increase from the $5.4 million recorded during the same period last year. The Albemarle-based financial institution also reported consolidated total assets reaching $1.22 billion as of June 30.
Forty-one students from across the U.S. and St. Kitts have been selected for the ASPCA’s new veterinary scholarship program, an initiative designed to alleviate student debt while funneling talent into under-resourced animal welfare roles, including municipal shelter medicine and community-centered care programs.
Business Network International, the world’s largest referral organization, closed the second quarter of 2026 with a surge in global expansion and member activity. The Charlotte-based firm entered two new countries and secured 15 additional market territories, signaling a sustained appetite for its franchise model among small business owners worldwide.
Forrester has designated Shopware as a Strong Performer in its Q3 2026 Commerce Solutions evaluation, highlighting the platform’s core functionality for B2B enterprises. The research firm pointed to a consistent roadmap and reliable delivery of platform enhancements as primary drivers for the company’s current market standing.
A mysterious advocacy group dubbed "Wildfire Victims First" is blanketing California with advertisements, but investigators at Consumer Watchdog have identified the campaign as a front for the state’s three major for-profit utility companies seeking to insulate themselves from wildfire liability.
The European Commission has formally approved the acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery by Paramount Skydance Corporation, marking a decisive regulatory victory for the merger. This clearance, covering the European Economic Area, signals a major step toward finalizing a deal currently facing legal scrutiny from several U.S. state attorneys general.
Irvine-based manufacturer ROKFORM is tackling the inherent fragility of foldable technology with a new two-piece shell for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra. The case prioritizes hinge security and drop resilience, aiming to bridge the gap between heavy-duty protection and the complex mechanics of modern folding screens.
The New York Jets are bringing local expertise to their fan engagement and corporate networking efforts, signing a multi-year partnership with New York-based Coyote Promotions. The agency will serve as the team’s preferred provider for branded merchandise, gifting solutions, and strategic activation support across their business operations.
Mountain View-based GMI Cloud is pouring $500 million into new capital expenditures to scale its high-performance GPU infrastructure, anchoring the expansion through a deepened strategic partnership with NVIDIA. The move signals a shift toward a selective, long-term compute model designed to meet the intensive demands of frontier AI enterprises.
Dallas-based Cosmetic Physician Partners has finalized a $35 million payout to its doctors, nurses, and employees, marking the second major distribution for the aesthetics network. This latest transfer brings the total capital returned to practitioner-shareholders to over $60 million, bucking the industry-standard model dominated by private equity firms.
Customers in Bedminster, Bernards, and Bernardsville are seeing a sharp decline in power disruptions following a $3 million infrastructure overhaul by Jersey Central Power & Light. The initiative, which targets aging equipment and improves grid resilience, has resulted in faster restoration times and significantly fewer service interruptions across the region.
A multicenter study has validated the safety and efficacy of Penumbra’s THUNDERBOLT system, a computer-assisted vacuum thrombectomy device designed to treat emergent large vessel occlusions. Results presented at the Society of NeuroInterventional Surgery meeting show high revascularization rates and rapid procedure times for patients suffering from acute ischemic stroke.
California’s First Public Hydrogen Authority has launched a competitive solicitation for low-carbon hydrogen fuel, aiming to bridge the gap between fragmented demand and supply. The move seeks to secure affordable energy for the state’s expanding fleet of zero-emission buses, trains, and heavy-duty vehicles by aggregating procurement across multiple public agencies.
Newport News-based Aery Aviation has won a landmark contract to engineer and deliver advanced airborne Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities for an international government client. The multi-phase project marks a significant expansion for the firm, which will oversee the entire lifecycle from modification to airworthiness certification.
In a historic partnership, Morehouse and Spelman Colleges have secured $147 million in financing to build a shared student housing complex in Atlanta’s West End. The development, led by Radnor Property Group and Madrone Community Development Foundation, aims to address surging enrollment by adding 793 beds to the campus corridor.
Investors who purchased Primoris Services Corporation common stock between August 5, 2025, and June 22, 2026, are being urged to join a newly filed class action lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding the company’s internal controls and the true financial status of its fixed-price renewable energy projects.
Karl and Gina Hercula have filed a federal lawsuit against Taco Bell and Taylor Farms, alleging that contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce served at a Clinton Township restaurant infected them with the parasite Cyclospora during a widespread outbreak that has now sickened nearly 7,000 people across the United States.
With Spider-Man Day approaching on August 1, Citizen has launched a new limited-edition timepiece featuring original artwork by legendary Marvel illustrator Adam Kubert. The watch, which showcases the hero mid-swing against a stylized cityscape, blends traditional comic-book aesthetics with the precision of the brand's signature watchmaking.
Family law attorney Katherine Czubakowski has joined the Everett office of McKinley Irvin, expanding the firm’s reach across Snohomish and King counties. A graduate of the University of Washington School of Law, she brings expertise in complex litigation, ranging from child custody and domestic violence cases to tribal law proceedings.
More than 100 warehouse staff and drivers at Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits in South Carolina have officially secured union representation. By utilizing the card check process, the workforce bypassed a traditional election, opting to join Local 509 to address long-standing grievances regarding compensation and workplace conditions.
Cadiz, Inc. and RIC Energy have signed a memorandum of understanding to integrate on-site solar generation into their existing green hydrogen collaboration at the Cadiz Ranch in California’s Mojave Desert, aiming to power agricultural operations and regional water infrastructure with a newly unified renewable energy platform.
New Jersey Community Capital has deployed $3.5 million in preferred equity to secure 118 workforce housing units in the Brightwood neighborhood of Northwest Washington, D.C. The investment, targeting properties at 6600 Luzon Avenue and 6505 14th Street, ensures these homes remain rent-controlled and affordable for local residents.
As organizations rush to integrate AI tools like Microsoft Copilot, a critical gap in data security is emerging. Info-Tech Research Group reports that many companies rely on outdated, configuration-led management for Microsoft 365, leaving sensitive enterprise data vulnerable to improper access and uncontrolled sprawl in an increasingly automated environment.
The Michigan Lottery has officially transitioned to Aristocrat Interactive’s end-to-end digital ecosystem, launching a six-year partnership that secures the provider's role as the primary technology lead for one of the country's most lucrative state lottery programs following a rollout completed on July 17.
At the Farnborough International Airshow, Boeing and software firm Pelico announced a strategic agreement to integrate AI-driven orchestration into the maintenance of C-17A Globemaster III aircraft. The partnership aims to replace manual, spreadsheet-heavy workflows with a unified digital platform to improve fleet availability and reduce depot turnaround times.
Hard Rock Digital has officially launched its Hard Rock Bet platform in Ontario, marking the entertainment giant’s first international foray into mobile sports betting and online gaming. The move integrates a vast library of 3,000 casino titles with a sportsbook, leveraging the company’s existing footprint in the Canadian province.
The US Food and Drug Administration has approved Jideytro, a targeted therapy for adults with locally advanced or metastatic ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer who have previously undergone treatment with a kinase inhibitor. This milestone marks GSK’s entry into the lung cancer market following its recent acquisition of Nuvalent, Inc.
A class action lawsuit alleges that Peabody Energy Corporation misled shareholders regarding the production capabilities of its Centurion metallurgical coal mine in Australia. Investors who suffered losses between October 14, 2024, and May 4, 2026, have until August 24, 2026, to apply for the role of lead plaintiff in the ongoing litigation.
Content creator Seán "Jacksepticeye" McLoughlin is expanding his annual Thankmas charity initiative into a six-month fundraising marathon dubbed Wishmas. Partnering with Make-A-Wish, the campaign aims to mobilize creators and their global audiences to address a persistent backlog, as two children currently wait for a wish for every one granted.
