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Huntington Bank Expands South Carolina Footprint to Summerville

Huntington National Bank has planted its flag in Summerville, opening a new freestanding branch at 103 Station St. The move marks the institution’s fourth full-service location in South Carolina, serving as a tactical step in a broader regional expansion strategy targeting 55 new sites across the Carolinas.

Altus Dental Targets Oral Healthcare Gaps via MassChallenge

By embedding itself into the 2026 MassChallenge Healthcare program, Altus Dental is shifting its strategy from traditional insurance toward direct technological intervention. The insurer has tapped two startups to tackle the persistent barrier of dental care access, specifically targeting underserved Medicaid populations through automation and virtual clinical triage.

ClassDojo Wins First CODiE Award for Parent Engagement

The Software & Information Industry Association has established a new national award category for family engagement, naming ClassDojo its inaugural winner. The recognition highlights the platform’s role in bridging the communication gap between classrooms and homes, a shift now considered essential for student success across U.S. school districts.

Jaguar Uranium Hits High-Grade Mineralization at Huemul Project

Jaguar Uranium has reported initial surface sampling results from its Huemul project in Argentina, confirming uranium, copper, and vanadium mineralization across the 27,000-hectare site. The two-week field campaign identified a potential four-kilometre copper trend, with several samples exceeding the upper analytical detection limits for key metals.

Dark & Lovely Taps Bozoma Saint John for 'The Hairapist' Campaign

Marketing executive Bozoma Saint John is stepping into the role of 'The Hairapist' for a new Dark & Lovely campaign, addressing the emotional toll of stylist cancellations. The project encourages Black women to bypass the stress of salon scheduling by reclaiming agency over their own hair color routines at home.

DATAMYTE Secures ISO 27001 Certification for Digital Clipboard Platform

Manufacturers managing sensitive production data via the cloud now have independent validation of their security protocols. Plymouth-based ASI DATAMYTE announced today that its Digital Clipboard platform has achieved ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certification, covering the information security management systems that safeguard global quality, audit, and inspection workflows for major industrial clients.

Maternal Fever During Pregnancy Linked to Higher Risk of Birth Defects

Roughly one in five pregnant patients experiences a fever, yet new research suggests these common episodes carry significant risks for fetal development. A review led by Dr. Peeraya Sawangkum at the Allegheny Health Network indicates that maternal hyperthermia, particularly during the first trimester, is associated with increased rates of congenital anomalies and pregnancy loss.

Miles for Military Expands Leadership Team to Scale Operations

After celebrating its 1,000th flight for junior enlisted personnel, the Boston-based nonprofit Miles for Military is scaling its internal leadership. The organization announced the appointment of Brittany Reilly as Chief of Staff and the addition of Kathleen O'Connor to its Board of Directors to help reach a goal of 5,000 flights in 2026.

Old Republic Partners with Hope For The Warriors to Support Veterans

With over 203,000 individuals served since its inception, the nonprofit Hope For The Warriors has secured a national partnership with Old Republic International Corporation. The collaboration aims to bolster resources for service members and their families, addressing needs ranging from career transition support to mental health services.

Why Tree Roots Are Quietly Destroying Your Home's Sewer Lines

Tree roots possess an uncanny ability to seek out moisture, often infiltrating residential plumbing long before a homeowner notices a single issue. Mark Meads, a sewer and drain specialist based in Revere, Massachusetts, highlights the hidden dangers of root intrusion and why aging pipes are particularly vulnerable to these underground invaders.

BAE Systems Battery Tech Powers Hybrid-Electric Saab 340 Flight Test

A modified Saab 340 B took to the skies above the Farnborough International Airshow this week, marking a milestone for hybrid-electric aviation. The aircraft, powered by a BAE Systems energy storage unit, successfully demonstrated the potential for reducing fuel consumption and emissions in commercial narrow-body flight operations.

Bringing Diagnostic Imaging Directly to Long-Term Care Residents

Transporting elderly patients with chronic health conditions to external clinics for routine X-rays often creates unnecessary physical and emotional strain. Kenneth Andrews, president of K & A Radiologic Technology Services, argues that shifting to on-site portable imaging restores clinical efficiency while keeping residents in a familiar, low-stress environment.

Rockwood Sustainable Solutions Streamlines Tennessee Industrial Waste

As Tennessee lawmakers weigh stricter waste disposal regulations and potential shifts to the Jackson Law, local manufacturers face mounting pressure to divert materials from landfills. Rockwood Sustainable Solutions is positioning itself as a critical intermediary, managing the complex sorting and processing labor that industrial firms currently struggle to handle in-house.

CMS Energy Declares Quarterly Dividend of 57 Cents

Shareholders of Michigan-based CMS Energy will receive a payout of 57 cents per share following the latest decision from the company's board of directors. This quarterly dividend distribution is scheduled for September 1, 2026, for all investors who hold common stock as of the close of business on August 7.

Central Pennsylvania Vineyards as Anchors for Land Preservation

In the rolling hills of Central Pennsylvania, vineyards are evolving beyond simple production sites to become essential stewards of local farmland. By integrating sustainable agricultural techniques with public education, these working landscapes prevent land loss to development while fostering a deeper connection between the community and the soil.

Motorola Unveils Custom Ferris Wheel for Lollapalooza 2026

Rising above the dense crowds of Grant Park, a custom-branded Ferris wheel will anchor the Motorola presence at this year’s Lollapalooza. The structure, dubbed the razr Wheel, offers festivalgoers a panoramic vantage point of the Chicago skyline, merging the brand's mobile technology identity with the city's signature summer music event.

Clean Simple Eats Launches Protein Powder Plus Collagen at Sam's Club

Salt Lake City-based wellness brand Clean Simple Eats has expanded its retail reach, debuting a new Protein Powder + Collagen blend in 591 Sam's Club locations nationwide. The launch marks a strategic move to capture the growing market for multifunctional supplements that prioritize convenience alongside ingredient transparency.

Frost & Sullivan Marks 65 Years at 20th Shanghai Innovation Summit

More than 5,000 delegates will converge at the Jing'an Shangri-La in Shanghai on August 4–5, 2026, for the 20th Global Growth, Innovation & Leadership Summit. The milestone event arrives as China begins its 15th Five-Year Plan, shifting the focus toward artificial intelligence, robotics, and green energy.

Bybit Targets Stablecoin Growth With New RLUSD Incentive Program

With Ripple USD market capitalization surpassing $1.5 billion, Bybit is betting on the stablecoin's momentum by launching a multi-tiered rewards program. Running through August 19, 2026, the campaign incentivizes liquidity through automated yield-like rewards for holders and reduced trading fees on the RLUSD/USDT spot pair.

Ocean West Secures Eight-Year Lease Extension with D.C. at Sentinel Square

The District of Columbia has committed to an additional eight years at Sentinel Square II, anchoring the NoMa office building well beyond its original 2029 expiration date. The deal bolsters the property’s financial stability while extending the weighted average lease term for owner Ocean West Capital Partners by nearly five years.

NinjaTrader Recruits CME Group Veteran Mark Omens for Strategy Role

After a 25-year tenure at CME Group, Mark Omens is joining NinjaTrader Group as Senior Vice President of Commercial Strategy. The move signals a major push by the retail futures platform to solidify its global exchange partnerships and accelerate its enterprise growth roadmap under CEO Martin Franchi.

Allegiant Travel Sets Q2 2026 Earnings Call for August 4

Las Vegas-based Allegiant Travel Company will report its financial performance for the second quarter of 2026 on Tuesday, August 4. The company scheduled the conference call for 4:30 p.m. EDT to address investors following the close of the most recent period of operations.

Plant.Digital and Quest Global Partner to Drive Industrial AI in Saudi

In a strategic move to modernize industrial infrastructure across the GCC, Plant.Digital has tapped engineering firm Quest Global to lead a digital transformation initiative. The collaboration aims to deploy AI-driven asset management tools while building a specialized local workforce in alignment with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 objectives.

The World Cup delivery frenzy: Pizza and the busiest minute in history

At 20:28 on the night of the World Cup final between Argentina and Spain, restaurant technology platform Deliverect logged the busiest sixty seconds in its history. As millions of fans settled in for the match, order volume surged 209% above the daily average, shattering records previously held by New Year’s Eve.

Cutting Summer Cooling Costs with Expert HVAC Maintenance

As temperatures climb, homeowners often watch their energy bills soar, but Mid-State Heating and Air experts Rick Liberti and Jon McCartha suggest that simple, consistent adjustments can curb these costs. By addressing airflow and system strain, residents can maintain indoor comfort without relying on expensive, frequent equipment upgrades.

NNS Holding increases stake in OCI Global to 55.49%

NNS Holding, the investment vehicle founded by Nassef Sawiris, has acquired an additional 109,295 shares of OCI Global, further consolidating its control over the company. The move follows a voluntary public offer and brings NNS’s total stake to 55.49% of the firm's issued share capital as of July 20, 2026.

NNS Increases Stake in OCI Global Following Share Purchase

NNS Holding has acquired an additional 109,295 shares of OCI Global, further tightening its control over the company. The purchase, executed on July 20, 2026, at an average price of 4.0778 euros per share, brings the investment firm's total holding to approximately 55.49 percent of the outstanding share capital.

Swiss Hill Advisors Marks a Decade of Niche Alternative Investment Advisory

After ten years operating in the shadows of the alternative investment industry, Swiss Hill Advisors has carved out a specialized niche. By focusing on direct investment execution alongside traditional capital formation, the boutique firm has positioned itself as a critical bridge between complex specialty finance managers and institutional allocators.

Bay Area Students Secure Guaranteed Admission at SFSU College Summit

More than 300 rising high school seniors descended on San Francisco State University on July 18 for a day of intensive college preparation. The event, hosted by nonprofit 10,000 Degrees, offered participants a unique incentive: guaranteed admission to the university for those who choose to apply.