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Girl Beer Recruits 80-Year-Old Intern Amidst Retail Expansion
Peggy, an 80-year-old former meatpacker and bridge enthusiast, has joined the staff of Los Angeles-based startup Hurray’s Girl Beer. The brand, known for its irreverent marketing, is documenting the unlikely hire in a mockumentary-style social media campaign while simultaneously pushing into 15 new states across the U.S.
Seager Co. and Coors Banquet Launch Third Firefighter Relief Collection
A custom-forged Pulaski axe rests at the center of the third annual Protect Our Protectors collection, a collaboration between Seager Co. and Coors Banquet. The partnership honors wildland firefighters through a new apparel line, with six percent of all sales directed to the Wildland Firefighter Foundation to support families and injured responders.
Amped Fitness to Launch Immersive 'Universe' Concept in Kildeer
Moving away from the traditional row of treadmills, Amped Fitness is bringing its amusement-park-inspired gym concept to Kildeer, Illinois. The 20771 N. Rand Road location replaces standard fitness floor layouts with eight distinct, themed environments designed to turn routine exercise into a destination-based experience.
Metropolitan Park Commits $10 Million to Jackson Heights Community Hub
A $10 million injection from the Metropolitan Park consortium has provided the foundational capital for the new Variety Boys & Girls Club of Queens facility. The funding joins a broader $33.8 million public-private coalition aimed at establishing the first dedicated community center in the Jackson Heights neighborhood.
Flair Vacations Enlists IBS Software for Caribbean and Mexico Expansion
To secure the hotel inventory necessary for its upcoming winter launch, Flair Vacations has finalized a distribution agreement with IBS Software. The deal utilizes the iStay Gateway platform to connect the new division of the Canadian carrier to a massive network of room supply across the Caribbean and Mexico.
Sunrise Transportation Workers Join Teamsters Local 777
Nearly 300 Illinois school bus drivers and monitors at Sunrise Transportation have voted to join Teamsters Local 777. The workers, now employed under the Student Transportation of America umbrella, organized to demand higher wages, improved healthcare benefits, and safer working conditions after years of stagnation.
XPENG Integrates Google Play Into AI Cockpits by 2027
Drivers of XPENG vehicles will gain direct access to the Google Play ecosystem starting in early 2027, marking a significant expansion of the automaker's partnership with Google. This integration allows users to download automotive-optimized apps directly to their dashboards, removing the necessity of connecting a smartphone for daily digital services.
Partnership with Children Expands Trauma-Informed Afterschool Programs
New York nonprofit Partnership with Children is launching three new afterschool programs in Brooklyn and the Bronx, aiming to integrate mental health support directly into extracurricular activities. The initiative targets high-need students by addressing poverty-related stressors through a trauma-informed model that operates beyond the traditional school bell.
XtalPi Advances AI-Designed siRNA Candidate for IgA Nephropathy
Nine months after launching its RNA research program, XtalPi has nominated a preclinical candidate for IgA nephropathy. The company credits its Kodexia™ platform, which merges generative AI with automated laboratory validation, for identifying a high-potency molecular design that outperformed clinical-stage reference molecules in early testing.
Jessie James Decker Joins Ivim Health to Advocate for Hormone Care
Singer and entrepreneur Jessie James Decker has partnered with the virtual medical practice Ivim Health, aiming to bridge the gap between clinical lab results and the personal health experiences women face. The collaboration centers on Decker’s role as a patient, documenting her journey to help others navigate complex wellness decisions.
Bellwether Launches Updated Shop Roaster Amid Rising Coffee Costs
With wholesale specialty coffee prices hovering near $15 a pound, Berkeley-based Bellwether Coffee is rolling out a redesigned shop roaster. The hardware launch coincides with internal data suggesting that cafes can slash their coffee expenses by roughly 50 percent by bringing roasting operations in-house rather than purchasing pre-roasted beans.
Equitable Bank taps European markets with €500 million covered bond deal
Equitable Bank has secured €500 million in fresh capital through its seventh covered bond issuance since 2021, signaling sustained appetite from international investors. The move marks a calculated step in the Toronto-based lender's strategy to broaden its funding base following its recent acquisition of PC Financial.
Bridge Defense Secures $63 Million Deal for Military Software Delivery
The Department of War has finalized a one-year agreement with Bridge Defense, unlocking up to $63 million in software engineering capacity to accelerate mission-ready deployments. Initially focused on U.S. Special Operations Command, the contract utilizes the CDAO Tradewinds ecosystem to bypass traditional, fragmented procurement cycles for classified technology.
AERODOM Launches Real-Time Coordination App at Las Américas Airport
AERODOM has deployed a new mobile platform at Las Américas International Airport in Santo Domingo to streamline communication between the 60 organizations operating on-site. The tool, developed by AirportLabs, delivers live flight data and operational alerts to nearly 300 initial users, aiming to modernize day-to-day airport management.
OnePlan Secures FedRAMP High Certification for Federal Agencies
Federal agencies now have access to OnePlan’s AI-enabled strategic portfolio management platform following the company’s achievement of FedRAMP High (Class D) certification. The milestone allows government entities to consolidate mission strategy, financial tracking, and workforce resource planning within a single, security-vetted environment designed for sensitive operations.
Ten Rubin Rudman Partners Named to Lawdragon 500 Family Law Guide
Ten partners from the Boston-based firm Rubin Rudman have earned spots on the 2027 Lawdragon 500 Leading Family Lawyers in America list. The recognition highlights the firm’s deep bench in high-net-worth divorce, complex trust and estate planning, and probate litigation, marking a significant milestone for the practice group.
Trick-or-Tater: Why Potatoes Are Replacing Candy This Halloween
Move over, fun-size candy bars; the humble potato is becoming the most sought-after prize on the trick-or-treat circuit. What began as an eccentric porch experiment has morphed into a national phenomenon dubbed Trick-or-Tater, with households across the country reporting that children are increasingly bypassing sugar in favor of raw spuds.
WeWard’s Walking Mode Secures Spot on TIME’s Best Inventions List
Locked behind a daily step goal, social media and gaming apps on a user’s phone remain inaccessible until they hit their movement target. This aggressive approach to digital wellness, known as Walking Mode, earned the WeWard app a place on TIME’s Best Inventions of 2026 list this week.
Digital Mock-ups and the Future of Smile Design in Boca Raton
Before a single dental tool touches a patient's enamel, the modern cosmetic procedure begins on a screen. Dr. Michael Cohen of Big Boca Smiles argues that digital planning is no longer a luxury but the foundation for predictable, functional, and aesthetically consistent results in contemporary dentistry.
Francis E. Di Bacco Honored for Seven Decades of Banking Expertise
Seventy years after beginning his career in a pre-computer banking era, Francis E. Di Bacco has been named a Pinnacle Professional Member of the Inner Circle of Excellence. The veteran consultant, who founded F.E. Di Bacco Inc., continues to challenge modern banking fee structures through specialized auditing and proprietary methodologies.
Beyond Filing: Why Tax Planning Outpaces Preparation
Midland-based tax experts Jake Flader and Jonathan Williams suggest that many business owners mistake mandatory tax preparation for proactive financial strategy. While preparation merely reports on the past, effective planning transforms tax season from a reactive compliance exercise into a tool for shaping future business outcomes and cash flow management.
Montefiore Einstein Cancer Center Finalizes New Senior Leadership Team
Six months after taking the helm of the Montefiore Einstein Comprehensive Cancer Center, Director Ulrich Steidl has finalized a new senior leadership team. The appointments aim to bridge the gap between basic laboratory research and community-based clinical care, prioritizing early intervention and the prevention of cancer recurrence.
Kristie Calise turns her recovery from chronic illness into a new app
After a decade of battling chronic illness that forced her to abandon a high-intensity fitness career, functional nutrition practitioner Kristie Calise has launched Balance. The app, co-founded with software engineer Frank Calise, provides a flexible, symptom-sensitive wellness platform for those whose health fluctuates from day to day.
marrō Brings Sparkling Bone Broth to Northern California Retailers
Northern California shoppers looking for a functional boost can now find marrō, an Atlanta-based wellness beverage, across 50 Raley’s, Nob Hill Foods, and Bel Air Markets locations. The brand’s sparkling, fruit-flavored bone broth will be featured in the retailer's Get Curious discovery program through November 3.
Avelo Airlines Expands McKinney Hub with New Florida Routes
Avelo Airlines is deepening its footprint in Collin County, announcing two additional nonstop Florida destinations from McKinney National Airport. Starting in mid-December, the carrier will connect North Texas travelers to Sarasota-Bradenton and West Palm Beach, bringing its total network from the airport to 11 routes.
Pope Leo XIV Lung Cancer Diagnosis Highlights Global Treatment Advances
The diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma in Pope Leo XIV has shifted global attention toward the persistent challenge of lung cancer, a disease impacting 2.5 million people annually. As the pontiff recovers from surgery, medical experts are underscoring the vital necessity of continued research and equitable access to modern therapeutic interventions.
In Tanzania, Chinese agricultural methods find a quiet, permanent home
In Mtego wa Simba, the morning routine at Juhudi Primary School is defined by a cup of soy milk. For local children, it is breakfast; for their parents, a relief from daily expenses. This ritual marks the culmination of a decade-long effort by Chinese experts to move beyond aid and embed sustainable agriculture.
PowerStead Energy Targets Maryland Market with Plug-in Solar Kits
Annapolis-based PowerStead Energy is rolling out compact, modular solar systems designed to bypass the need for traditional rooftop construction. By focusing on plug-in technology, the startup aims to provide Maryland households with a straightforward method for generating on-site electricity and reducing dependency on conventional utility providers.
We Energies sets dividend payouts for preferred shareholders
Wisconsin Electric Power Co. directors authorized new quarterly cash dividends this week, targeting payouts for two specific classes of preferred stock. The schedule covers payments extending into early 2027, marking the latest financial distribution for the Milwaukee-based utility subsidiary of WEC Energy Group.
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Pam Sexauer Named to SIA Global Power 150 for Fifth Consecutive Year
For the fifth year in a row, Roth Staffing Companies President Pam Sexauer has been named to the Global Power 150 Women in Staffing list by Staffing Industry Analysts. The annual designation highlights leaders who successfully navigate industry headwinds while balancing technological innovation with human-centric management strategies.