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Annual nationwide educational celebration returns October 8 with hands-on science, baking soda rocket launches and real-world STEAM inspiration for students across the countryEWING TOWNSHIP, N.J., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ARM & HAMMER™ Baking Soda will celebrate its third annual Baking Soda Rocket Day on October 8, bringing students together for a nationwide celebration of hands-on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math) learning, exploration and discovery. Since launching in 2024, Baking Soda Rocket Day has reached more than 200,000 students nationwide, using the power of a simple baking soda rocket to spark big questions and show young learners how exciting and accessi

New updates bring people, digital teammates, and enterprise context together across work, workplaces and customer experienceNews SummaryCisco evolves Webex to empower digital teammates and people to work seamlessly across collaboration to understand what matters and move work forward.Teams will benefit from Claude in Webex to analyze data, generate content, and execute work using shared enterprise context, all without leaving Webex, built with Claude Managed Agents.Intelligent Workplace Experiences unify secure networking, collaboration technology, and physical spaces to create more engaging and inclusive experiences for people in the workplace.Dialog, an all-new agentic harness for the Webe

ROLLING MEADOWS, Ill., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. today announced that its specialist underwriting subsidiary Pen Underwriting has acquired Wexford, Ireland-based Ornella Underwriting Limited (Ornella). Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.Ornella is a managing general agent (MGA) providing a diverse range of commercial and personal insurance coverages across Ireland through its network of independent broker partners, with particular expertise in private car, van, home and motor fleet. The business will become part of Pen Underwriting, and Paul Whelan will continue to lead the team from its current location under the direction of Michael Doyle, head of Pen

U.S. Bank Protect 360 helps clients monitor credit activity, track identity risks and can automatically remove personal information from exposed sites U.S. Bank Protect 360: Key Facts Protect 360 is now available to help clients monitor and take action when credit, identity and privacy risks are found on the dark web. Protect 360 is available within the U.S. Bank Mobile App and online banking experience. The service is available at no additional cost via Protect 360 Essentials, with the option to upgrade to a fee-based Protect 360 Premium subscription to access enhanced protections. As consumers face increasing threats to their identity, privacy and financial information, U.S.

Powered by the VIPRE antivirus engine, which earned AV-Comparatives’ top Advanced+ rating in March 2026, IPVanish now protects people’s privacy, devices, and data in a single subscription. IPVanish, a leading provider of online privacy and security solutions, today announced the official release of its next-generation Antivirus for Windows and macOS alongside a new three-tier plan lineup and refreshed brand identity. The updates mark a major expansion beyond the traditional VPN shield, bringing more of customers’ privacy and security needs together in one service. Available directly in the IPVanish desktop app, the new Antivirus is powered by the award-winning VIPRE engine and extends I

ATLANTA, Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Gray Media today announced a distribution agreement with TEGNA and DAZN to simulcast 15 Minnesota Timberwolves games free over-the-air across four television markets in Minnesota and Wisconsin. Under the agreement, Gray stations will broadcast the games to viewers in Rochester, Duluth, and Mankato, Minnesota, as well as La Crosse-Eau Claire, Wisconsin.   TEGNA’s KARE 11 is leading distribution of the package as the broadcast partner in Minneapolis-St. Paul. In Rochester, Duluth, and Mankato, the games will air primarily on the North Star Sports & Entertainment Network via digital broadcast channels KXLT 47.2 (Rochester), KBJR 6.3 (Duluth), and

CHICAGO, Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Accel Entertainment, Inc. (NYSE:ACEL) ("Accel" or "the Company"), a leading locals-focused gaming operator partnering with small businesses, local communities, and state governments to provide entertaining, convenient, and safe gaming experiences nationwide, announced today that it will release its financial and operating results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, after market close on Tuesday, November 3, 2026. The Company will host a conference call and webcast that day at 4:30 PM ET / 3:30 PM CT to review the results. During the conference call, Mark Phelan, Accel's Chief Executive Officer, and senior management will review the qu

DENVER, Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (www.247marketnews.com) -- For patients facing cancer, progress ultimately comes down to a deeply personal question: Can treatment give them more time? A series of developments reported during 2026 is providing new reasons for hope. From an approved treatment for advanced pancreatic cancer to personalized cancer immunotherapy and encouraging survival observations in recurrent brain cancer, publicly traded companies are advancing different approaches to some of medicine’s most difficult challenges. These developments span different levels of clinical evidence, from exploratory Phase 2 findings to randomized Phase 3 results and an FDA approval. SEC

Recognition reflects PNC's commitment to putting clients first and earning trust every dayPITTSBURGH, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PNC Bank has been named the Most Trusted Bank in Investor's Business Daily's (IBD) 2026 trust survey, earning top honors among banks for building customer confidence through exceptional service, strong security and privacy practices and a client-first approach to banking. The recognition is part of IBD's annual Most Trusted Financial Companies research, which evaluates how consumers perceive financial institutions across key trust-related attributes. According to IBD, PNC ranked first among banks, with customers citing the company's client service, commitment to

DENVER, Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- (www.247marketnews.com)-- For patients facing cancer, progress ultimately comes down to a deeply personal question: Can treatment give them more time? A series of developments reported during 2026 is providing new reasons for hope. From an approved treatment for advanced pancreatic cancer to personalized cancer immunotherapy and encouraging survival observations in recurrent brain cancer, publicly traded companies are advancing different approaches to some of medicine’s most difficult challenges. These developments span different levels of clinical evidence, from exploratory Phase 2 findings to randomized Phase 3 results and an FDA approval. SEC

Rocket Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (NASDAQ:RCKT), a fully integrated commercial-stage biotechnology company advancing genetic medicines for rare and life-threatening diseases, highlighted key findings and development milestones presented during its October 6 Danon disease investor webinar. The update outlined a defined path to completing the FDA-aligned pivotal Phase 2 trial, highlighted sustained biological activity in longer-term Phase 1 follow-up and reported encouraging initial safety observations in the first three patients treated under the modified protocol. Key highlights included: Pivotal Phase 2 trial: The FDA-aligned pivotal efficacy population includes 12 male patients receiving

Marketers Should Prepare for More Fragmented Discovery Journeys More than one-third, or 34%, of U.S. consumers report being very or extremely willing to use Gen AI-backed tools or chatbots for holiday gift recommendations, according to a survey by Gartner, Inc., a business and technology insights company. A Gartner survey of 1,004 US consumers conducted in August 2026 found that AI is emerging as a potential avenue for shopping inspiration, though traditional discovery and purchase channels remain dominant. "AI is beginning to establish a role in the holiday shopping journey, but it is not replacing the channels consumers already use," said Emily Weiss, Sr Principal Analyst in the Gar

Spectrum to Install Spectrum Move-In Ready Connectivity in The First Build-out Phase, Which Includes 3,200 Homes, Under Agreement with DMB DevelopmentKey Takeaways:Spectrum Community Solutions will provide move-in connectivity to 3,200 homes in the first build-out phase at Silverwood, a master-planned community in Hesperia, Calif.Homeowners will have Spectrum Ready, which provides WiFi without the wait and access to Spectrum's reliable, fast Internet and Advanced WiFi in under 10 minutes on move-in day.STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Spectrum Community Solutions, dedicated to connecting multifamily communities, today announced a long-term agreement with DMB Development to insta

SEATTLE, Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Alaska Air Group Inc., the parent company of Alaska Airlines Inc., Hawaiian Airlines, Inc. and Horizon Air Industries Inc., will hold its quarterly conference call to discuss 2026 third quarter financial results at 11:30 a.m. EDT/ 8:30 a.m. PDT, Wednesday, October 21, 2026. A webcast of the call will be available to the public at www.alaskaair.com/investors. An archive of the call will be posted on the website later that morning.The company will file its third-quarter results and outlook after market close on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.About Alaska Airlines Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines and Horizon Air are subsidiaries of Alaska Air Group, and McGee

Researchers have demonstrated the ability to identify the complex chemical signatures emitted from grapes and wine to predict quality risks in wine production faster and more affordably than conventional methods.PARIS and WILMINGTON, Mass., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Moët Hennessy, the wine and spirits division of LVMH, Analog Devices, Inc. (ADI), a global semiconductor leader, and University of California, Davis, a world-renowned leading research university, today announced a groundbreaking joint effort to deploy a new generation of technology aimed at enhancing wine quality and supporting the long-term vitality of vineyards.The collaboration builds on a breakthrough technology that has i

Independent study of more than 35,000 U.S. consumers identifies BetMGM as the most trusted online casino brand* in AmericaJERSEY CITY, N.J., Oct. 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BetMGM, a leading sports betting and iGaming operator, announced it has been voted the Most Trusted Online Casino Brand* in America in the 2026 BrandSpark® American Trust Study, presented in partnership with Newsweek.Creative assets available here"In an industry where fairness and security are top of mind for our players, trust is the foundation of everything we do," said Adam Greenblatt, Chief Executive Officer, BetMGM. "This recognition reflects our commitment to the highest standards of the regulated market. From our indu

With Funded Ratios Averaging 96%, Pension Risk Transfer Remains the Key Solution and Only 3% of Sponsors Report Plans Delayed or On Hold Defined benefit (DB) plan sponsors are in one of their strongest funding positions in decades, and a record 95% of those with de-risking goals, up from 76% in 2019, ultimately intend to completely divest their pension liabilities. According to MetLife's 2026 Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) Poll, released today, PRT remains the key solution, with 88% of these sponsors considering a PRT solution with an insurer. The poll found an average funded ratio of 96%, with 36% of plans overfunded and 102% among plans with $3 billion or more in assets. That financial s

 ●Service upgrade — tailor-made outreach nursing plus rehabilitation, a full recovery service for seniors  ●Margin from day one — an already-trading clinic, plus in-house physiotherapy replacing outsourced hours ●Premium standard set in Hong Kong, then the same model into Mainland China Hong Kong, Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Click Holdings Limited (("Click Holdings" or "Click" or "we" or "us", NASDAQ:CLIK) and its subsidiaries (collectively, the "Company"), a leader in human resources ("HR") and senior care solutions in Hong Kong, today announced that Care U, its premium senior-care brand, is adding a live rehabilitation layer and becoming a more complete silver-economy platform. Thr

SOUDERTON, Pa., Oct. 07, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Univest Financial Corporation (NASDAQ:UVSP), parent company of Univest Bank and Trust Co. and its insurance, investment and equipment finance subsidiaries, announced it will host a conference call to discuss its third quarter 2026 earnings on Thursday, October 29, 2026 at 9:00 a.m. Earnings are scheduled to be released after the close of the market on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. Pre-registrationTelephone participants may avoid any delays by pre-registering for the call using the following link. Conference Call registration link: https://registrations.events/direct/Q4I37740VIPBmQSGdfZvAKstK AudioDial in number: 1-800-715-9871Note: Partic

Golar LNG Limited (NASDAQ:GLNG) ("Golar" or "the Company") announces today that it has agreed to acquire the LNG carrier Grace Dahlia from NYK Line. The Grace Dahlia was built in 2013 and has been maintained and managed to the highest operational standards by NYK Line. The vessel is intended to be used for conversion into Golar’s fourth FLNG ("FLNG #4") ordered on August 12, 2026. Grace Dahlia has an LNG storage capacity of 177,427cbm, providing FLNG #4 with approximately 20% larger storage capacity compared to the 3.5MTPA FLNG Esperanza currently under construction. The larger storage capacity will provide prospective FLNG customers with additional offloading flexibility while retaini