The Taco Bell Foundation has hit a record $32 million in community grants this year, a 40% increase in partnerships that provides funding to 700 nonprofits nationwide. Driven primarily by customer donations at checkout, the initiative aims to bolster youth education, career readiness, and mentorship programs in local communities.
A secure denture often feels unstable after years of use, a phenomenon rooted in the natural, ongoing transformation of the human mouth. According to Dr. Raymond Munz, a dental expert based in Christiansburg, Virginia, understanding the biological shifts in bone and gum tissue is essential for restoring long-term comfort.
Lipocine Inc. is launching a new Phase 3 trial, dubbed BLOOM, to evaluate its oral postpartum depression treatment, LPCN 1154. The company hopes to validate the drug's efficacy after a previous study failed to meet its primary endpoint due to data quality issues identified at a single high-enrolling clinical site.
Thirteen startups from across the globe have been selected for the 2026 Unreasonable Food cohort, a strategic partnership between Mars and the Unreasonable Group. The program aims to scale growth-stage ventures that address systemic challenges in the food industry, ranging from gut health and ingredient innovation to supply chain circularity.
Patients often assume mini dental implants automatically bypass the need for bone grafting, but clinical reality is more nuanced. Dr. Raymond Munz, a Blacksburg-based expert, clarifies that while these narrower implants offer versatility, they are not a universal solution for patients suffering from significant jawbone loss.
Nomadar Corp. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire a majority stake in Fox Soccer Academy, a move designed to bridge elite English coaching standards with the company’s existing Spanish football development platform. The deal aims to scale the academy’s reach across the United States, the United Kingdom, and Austria.
Tel Aviv-based Arbe Robotics is entering the defense sector with the launch of Alerion, a 4D imaging radar system engineered to identify low-signature drones. The technology, currently under evaluation by global integrators, targets threats such as autonomous and fiber-optic craft that frequently evade legacy counter-drone detection systems.
Following a high-profile showcase at IFA Berlin 2026, Pudu Robotics is aggressively scaling its European footprint. The company intends to anchor its regional operations with a new headquarters in Germany, moving beyond simple product distribution to a localized strategy that integrates full-lifecycle support across more than 20 countries.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted Bright Path an Advanced Manufacturing Technology designation, signaling a shift in domestic pharmaceutical production. The Arizona-based firm uses proprietary continuous-flow technology to produce carboplatin and lidocaine—two drugs currently plagued by chronic shortages—entirely within American borders.
With 98% of shippers prioritizing costs, logistics provider OnTrac is launching a program that flips the industry-standard dynamic pricing model on its head. Instead of raising rates based on demand, the company is using real-time network intelligence to offer promotional discounts to shippers when their packages utilize available capacity.
Following a high-profile showcase at IFA Berlin 2026, Pudu Robotics is cementing its footprint in Europe by establishing a new regional headquarters in Germany. The move signals a transition from initial product testing to large-scale, localized deployment of service robots across more than 20 countries.
For many Americans nearing retirement, a single week of social media scrolling consumes more time than an entire year of financial planning. New research from LIMRA reveals a stark disconnect between the high levels of confidence pre-retirees express and the minimal effort they dedicate to securing their financial future.
Set to the driving percussion of Grammy-winning producer Gesaffelstein, Kia America’s latest creative campaign transforms an urban landscape into a synchronized soundboard. The thirty-second spot highlights the brand's expansive hybrid fleet, positioning the 2027 Telluride, Sportage, and Carnival MPV as the rhythmic pulse of modern city life.
The iconic blue can is getting a spicy makeover. Hormel Foods has officially launched SPAM Hot Honey as a permanent addition to its lineup, pairing the sweet-and-spicy product with an exclusive, week-long breakfast menu takeover at New York City’s acclaimed Win Son Bakery.
A three-time Tony-nominated producer is shifting her focus to the future of theatrical development. Cynthia J. Tong, previously a key figure at Tom Kirdahy Productions, has been appointed Vice President, Artistic at No Guarantees Productions, where she will oversee the company's expanding portfolio of plays and musicals.
Tel Aviv-based construction intelligence firm Buildots has raised $130 million in a funding round led by O.G. Venture Partners. The capital injection brings the company’s total funding to $297 million, supporting its mission to replace subjective on-site reporting with an automated, AI-driven control tower for large-scale infrastructure projects.
Toppan Merrill has secured the EcoVadis Platinum Medal for its EMEA operations and the Gold Medal for its United States business. These honors place the company among the top tier of global firms evaluated for environmental stewardship, ethical conduct, and sustainable procurement practices across their complex supply chains.
In a historic clean sweep for the Santa Claus, Indiana destination, Holiday World & Splashin' Safari secured the title of world's best water park at this weekend’s Golden Ticket Awards in Austin, Texas. The recognition marks a milestone for the park, which also saw its iconic wooden roller coaster reclaim top honors.
Eight centuries after his death, the legend of Francis of Assisi is being stripped of its hagiographic gloss. In his final novel, The Passions of St. Francis, arriving October 4, 2026, the late author Charles Gaines reconstructs the saint not as a static mystic, but as a man defined by erotic, spiritual, and earthly turbulence.
A 94% objective response rate in TKI-naive patients with advanced ROS1-positive non-small cell lung cancer has emerged from the Phase I/II ARROS-1 clinical trial. Presented at the 2026 World Conference on Lung Cancer, the data highlight the drug's potent systemic and intracranial performance in previously untreated individuals.
Henderson-based epigenetics firm VolitionRx Limited has fully repaid a $7.5 million senior secured convertible promissory note held by Lind Global Asset Management XII LLC. The early cash settlement, executed eight months ahead of the May 2027 maturity date, aims to stabilize the company's equity position against potential dilution.
Seeking to diversify beyond its core fashion technology operations, Nasdaq-listed MySize, Inc. has announced a new corporate strategy centered on building a dedicated defense technology platform. The Israel-based company plans to pursue a series of selective acquisitions rather than a single, isolated deal to drive long-term stockholder value.
Tacoma-based Columbia Bank has priced $250 million in fixed-to-fixed rate subordinated notes due 2036, aiming to bolster its regulatory capital position. The offering, scheduled to close on September 18, 2026, marks a strategic move to manage the bank's long-term capital structure and support future regional growth.
At the IAA Transportation 2026 trade show in Hannover, Pony.ai and GAC Commercial Vehicle debuted a new Level 4 autonomous heavy-duty truck. Built on the T9 battery-electric platform, the vehicle represents a major push toward mass-producing self-driving freight solutions for long-haul, port, and logistics operations.
Actor Melissa Joan Hart and other high-profile supporters are anchoring World Vision’s 2026 Christmas Gift Catalog, an annual initiative that combines fair-trade artisan goods with global humanitarian fundraising. The organization aims to leverage these celebrity-featured items to drive donations toward sustainable poverty-relief projects in communities worldwide.
More than 50,000 industry professionals and government officials have gathered in Bangkok for Gastech 2026, the year’s largest global assembly for the natural gas and LNG sectors. As energy demand climbs alongside the rapid expansion of artificial intelligence, the event serves as a critical nexus for securing future supply chains.
For 40 years, a steady stream of advocates has traversed Wilmington and Rehoboth Beach to combat the stigma surrounding HIV. On September 19, 2026, the state’s longest-running awareness event returns to Brandywine Park and the downtown Bandstand, marking a legacy of community-led support that continues to evolve alongside modern medical breakthroughs.
More than 7,300 fans packed the stands for last year’s inaugural event, and organizers are betting on a repeat performance this winter. On December 4, 2026, Gas South Arena will host the second annual Atlanta Cup, featuring a marquee lineup of American stars led by hometown favorite Taylor Townsend.
With a 69% probability of an El Niño event surpassing all records since 1950, Farmers Insurance is urging homeowners and businesses to audit their coverage immediately. Forecasters at NOAA indicate that the developing weather pattern has a greater than 90% chance of reaching peak intensity during the 2026-27 winter season.
Research presented at the International C. difficile Symposium in Slovenia shows that the experimental antibiotic ibezapolstat maintains superior bactericidal activity against Clostridioides difficile when faced with protective bacterial interference. The study highlights the drug’s potential to outperform current standards of care in complex co-culture environments.
