Releases

39773 items in section

Phillips 66 Workers Stage Rally Over Contract Standoff in Linden

With their current agreement set to expire on October 1, 370 refinery workers at the Phillips 66 Bayway facility are gathering at the plant’s main gate this Tuesday. The Teamsters Local 877 members are mounting a public challenge against management ahead of a critical round of contract negotiations scheduled for Wednesday.

Aardvark Therapeutics Faces Securities Fraud Class Action Lawsuit

Investors who incurred losses from Aardvark Therapeutics, Inc. stock between February 10, 2025, and May 14, 2026, are being sought to serve as lead plaintiffs in a newly filed securities fraud class action. The legal window to petition the court for this role closes on October 13, 2026.

Busy Philipps Turns Kitchen Parchment Into Runway Fashion

Amid the high-fashion frenzy of New York Fashion Week, actress Busy Philipps stepped onto the Manhattan streets wearing a structural shift dress crafted entirely from unbleached kitchen parchment paper. The stunt, orchestrated by the brand If You Care, aims to highlight the material's durability by moving it from oven to sidewalk.

Financial Recovery Strategies and ProfitTrust Launch AI Customs Audit

U.S. importers lose an estimated $5.8 billion annually to customs duty overpayments, with errors appearing in roughly one out of every eight entries. To combat this, Financial Recovery Strategies and ProfitTrust have unveiled Duty Discovery, an AI-driven platform designed to automate the recovery of these funds.

Investors Face September Deadline in PROCEPT BioRobotics Fraud Suit

Investors who incurred significant losses in PROCEPT BioRobotics Corporation are facing a September 22, 2026, deadline to seek lead plaintiff status in a pending securities class action. The lawsuit centers on allegations that the company artificially inflated sales figures through an undisclosed bulk-discount program.

Frank Russo Proposes Veteran-Led School Security Initiative

After a stint as a substitute teacher at a Daytona Beach middle school, non-party affiliated gubernatorial candidate Frank J. Russo is calling for a $100 million state investment to place qualified military veterans in Florida classrooms to bolster student safety and support existing faculty.

Oil Markets Face Critical Week as Hormuz Diplomacy Meets Supply Crunch

Crude oil prices hovered near $100 a barrel entering Monday, as markets look toward critical talks in Oman between Gulf diplomats and Iranian officials. This meeting, aimed at establishing a temporary shipping arrangement for the Strait of Hormuz, represents the single most consequential catalyst for a sector currently strained by deep supply disruptions.

Delaware Breaks Ground on $669 Million Container Terminal

With shovels hitting the dirt at the former Edgemoor industrial site on September 14, Delaware officials and industry leaders launched construction on the Delaware Container Terminal. The project, a $669 million public-private partnership, aims to transform the state’s maritime capacity and establish a major logistics hub by 2029.

Delaware Breaks Ground on $669 Million Container Terminal

State officials and industry leaders gathered in Wilmington on September 14 to break ground on the Delaware Container Terminal, a massive infrastructure project at the former Edgemoor industrial site. Scheduled to open in 2029, the facility aims to reshape regional logistics and nearly double container capacity along the Delaware River.

Investors Face Deadline in DICK's Sporting Goods Securities Fraud Case

Investors who sustained losses in DICK's Sporting Goods, Inc. between September 8, 2025, and August 24, 2026, have until November 3, 2026, to seek lead plaintiff status. The Law Offices of Frank R. Cruz is currently organizing the class action lawsuit against the retailer regarding allegedly misleading business disclosures.

StratusLIVE Launches Ignite to Consolidate Nonprofit Operations

Chesapeake-based StratusLIVE has unveiled Ignite, an AI-driven platform designed to eliminate the administrative burden of fragmented software systems. By merging fundraising, CRM, finance, and marketing tools onto a single constituent record, the platform aims to reclaim staff hours currently lost to manual data migration between disconnected applications.

Karen D'Antuono Returns to Rubin Rudman as Trusts and Estates Partner

After a stint as Vice President and Trust Counsel at Fiduciary Trust Company, Karen D'Antuono has returned to the Boston firm Rubin Rudman. She resumes her role as a partner in the Trusts & Estates Department, bringing over two decades of experience in high-net-worth tax planning and philanthropic strategy.

Innventure Faces Class Action Over Alleged Fabricated AI Data Center Deal

Investors who purchased Innventure, Inc. (NASDAQ: INV) securities between November 17, 2025, and August 13, 2026, are being urged to contact Robbins LLP. A class action lawsuit alleges the company misled shareholders regarding a massive, purportedly fraudulent AI data center project in Ontario, Canada, causing significant financial losses.

Robbins LLP Files Class Action Against Flotek Industries

A federal class action lawsuit has been initiated against Flotek Industries, Inc. following allegations that the energy services firm misled shareholders regarding a major contract in Puerto Rico. Investors who purchased securities between August 3 and August 17, 2026, are now being urged to review their eligibility for the case.

ILHA Expands INSPIRE 2026 Agenda to Address AI ROI and Human Connection

As the luxury hospitality sector grapples with the paradox of digital transformation and a growing epidemic of social isolation, the International Luxury Hotel Association has updated its INSPIRE 2026 agenda to prioritize both human-centric wellness and the tangible business returns of artificial intelligence.

Lambda Signs White House Pledge to Shield Ratepayers from AI Costs

San Francisco-based cloud provider Lambda has officially signed the White House Ratepayer Protection Pledge, committing to a framework that forces data center developers to shoulder the full financial burden of their energy consumption while ensuring local communities remain insulated from rising utility costs.

JDEnergy and WDenergia Target 200 MWh in Spanish Storage Push

With Spain’s renewable sector demanding greater grid flexibility, JDEnergy has joined forces with local partner WDenergia to deploy modular energy storage systems. The collaboration centers on a 200 MWh framework agreement, aiming to leverage string-based architecture to stabilize voltage and frequency across commercial and industrial project sites.

Momax Secures IFA Innovation Award for Ultra-Thin Power Bank

A 6.0 mm stainless steel profile has earned Momax the 2026 IFA Innovation Award for Best in Mobility. The company’s 1-Power S.Pass² Air marks its second consecutive win in Berlin, solidifying the Hong Kong-based brand’s focus on blending semi-solid-state battery technology with high-end industrial aesthetics.

Lundbeck hits recruitment milestone in Phase III Dravet syndrome trial

Lundbeck has finalized patient randomization for its global Phase III DEEp SEA trial, a critical step in evaluating the investigational molecule bexicaserin. The study targets seizure reduction in children and adults suffering from Dravet syndrome, a rare and severe form of epilepsy characterized by treatment-resistant motor seizures.

Horseback Archery Documentary Highlights Cultural Ties

For Alibi, a young Kazakh horseback archer, the sport represents a bridge between ancestral heritage and global ambition. His journey to the Global Horseback Archery Masters Tournament in Shenzhen serves as the centerpiece for A World in Bloom, a new documentary series examining how shared traditions foster international connection.

Scania G-series and R-series earn five-star Euro NCAP safety ratings

Scania’s G-series and R-series have secured five-star ratings in the latest Euro NCAP haulage assessment, driven by a 96 percent score in crash avoidance technology. The results underscore the manufacturer's commitment to integrating advanced driver assistance systems across its long-haul and regional transport vehicle lineups.

MGI Tech Expands European Pathology Portfolio with AI-Driven Systems

At the 38th European Congress of Pathology in Stockholm, MGI Tech launched VisiOmics, a fully automated multiplex immunofluorescence system. The rollout anchors a broader strategy to integrate AI across tissue and molecular pathology workflows, aiming to streamline research from initial sample preparation to final diagnostic reporting.

Hanshow, shopreme, and Lucky cart Launch AI-Powered Smart Cart

Hanshow, shopreme, and Lucky cart have unveiled a collaborative smart cart solution designed to bridge the divide between physical retail and e-commerce. By integrating AI-driven navigation, self-checkout, and retail media into a single hardware platform, the companies aim to transform the standard shopping cart into an intelligent in-store touchpoint.

The Poisoner brings Flint-inspired thriller to Pennsylvania stages

A neo-noir thriller inspired by the Flint water crisis is launching a seven-city national tour, with Pennsylvania as its opening stage. The production, directed by Lee Sunday Evans, intends to use the theatre as a public square, pairing performances in Bethlehem and Pittsburgh with discussions on local environmental accountability.

Enova Abandons Bank Acquisition Bid, Citing Regulatory Friction

Enova International has withdrawn its applications to acquire Grasshopper Bancorp, ending a high-profile bid to transition into a regulated bank. CEO Steve Cunningham signaled that the decision stemmed from a lack of clear regulatory standards for non-bank lenders, leaving the company to prioritize its current business model instead.