New Pacaso home in Palmilla brings resort-style outdoor living, Sea of Cortez views and beach club access to one of Mexico's most established coastal enclaves

SAN JOSE DEL CABO, Mexico, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pacaso, the leading real estate co-ownership company for second homes, today announced the launch of Playa Linda, its newest residence in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico. Located in Palmilla Norte along the San Jose Corridor, one of Los Cabos' most established beachfront communities, Playa Linda offers buyers a fully furnished, professionally managed vacation home starting at $872,000 for a one-eighth ownership share. Six of the home's eight shares have already sold, leaving just two remaining.

Newly furnished and Pacaso Design Certified™, Playa Linda is a five-bedroom, six-bathroom home spanning 4,892 square feet with sweeping views of the Sea of Cortez. The property is built around resort-style indoor-outdoor living, anchored by an infinity pool, jacuzzi, palapa lounge and kiva-style outdoor fireplace, with vaulted ceilings and covered terraces designed for entertaining.

"Playa Linda highlights why Los Cabos has become one of our most sought-after second-home destinations. This home has incredible views and access to some of the best beaches and five-star amenities," said Austin Allison, CEO and co-founder of Pacaso. "But what really draws people to a home like Playa Linda is what ownership feels like once they're there. Our owners get to show up and be fully present with their families. That's the idea behind Pacaso: all of the memories a second home is meant to hold, without the weight of traditional ownership."

Playa Linda's five bedrooms include four king suites and a fifth with two queen beds, making the home suited to both quiet getaways and larger family gatherings. Owners also receive a one-year membership to Palmilla Dunes, one of Cabo's premier beach clubs, featuring resort-style pools, a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, tennis and pickleball courts and oceanfront dining.

As with every Pacaso home, ownership includes professional management. Pacaso handles maintenance, housekeeping and scheduling through its SmartStay™ system, so owners can simply arrive and enjoy the home.

To learn more about Playa Linda or explore co-ownership opportunities in Los Cabos, visit pacaso.com.

About Pacaso

Co-founded in 2020 by Austin Allison and Spencer Rascoff, Pacaso® makes it possible to co-own a home in more than 40 destinations around the world — a home that's truly yours, fully managed, and sized to the share you'll actually use. Each Pacaso home is owned by its co-owners through a property-specific LLC. Owners hold a real interest in one specific home, with no fixed weeks and the ability to sell their share. Pacaso handles the buying, upkeep, and scheduling, so owners can focus on what matters: the rituals and memories a second home is meant to hold. In 2026, Pacaso introduced Infinity by Pacaso™, an invitation-only home exchange for a curated group of owners, giving them access to swap stays across a growing network of extraordinary homes in destinations like St. Barths, Tuscany, and Paris. Learn more at pacaso.com.

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How to Remove iOS 27 From iPhone Without Data Loss 2026?

NEW YORK, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Excited for iOS 27, but some iPhone users asked, "Is there a way to remove iOS 27 from my iPhone? "The answer is yes. To remove iOS 27, it's common to either use iTunes/Finder in Recovery Mode or a professional iOS downgrade tool like Tenorshare ReiBoot, which supports a 1-click downgrade without data loss.

Method 1: Remove iOS 27 via Restore in Recovery Mode (Official Method & Data Loss)

Before you start, make sure you have an earlier iOS 26 backup. Restoring iOS 27 is Apple's official method to remove iOS 27. However, restoring iOS 27 must wipe all data on your iPhone, and you can't restore an iOS 27 backup to iOS 26.

Steps to restore iOS 27 via Recovery Mode:

Step 1. Turn off Find My iPhone and connect the iPhone to the PC/Mac via cable.

Step 2. Put the iPhone into iOS 27 New Recovery Mode (Press Volume Up -> Volume Down -> Press and hold the Side Button).

Step 3. Open iTunes on Windows or Finder on Mac, click Restore iOS 27.

Method 2: Remove iOS 27 without Data Loss via Tenorshare ReiBoot (Simple & Workable)

If you prefer to keep all data while removing iOS 27, using an iOS downgrade tool will be a good choice. Tenorshare ReiBoot, a well‑known iOS system repair utility, enables users to remove iOS 27 and install a stable iOS 26.7 in about 20 minutes, all while preserving personal data.

Why Tenorshare ReiBoot's approach stands out:

- No data loss and 100% protection of the original details.

- Resolve over 150 iOS‑related issues, including iPhone battery drain, lag, and stuck "Update Requested" errors.

- Simple to use, even if you are a beginner downgrading iOS 27 to26.7.

Steps to remove iOS 27 via Tenorshare ReiBoot:

Step1. Download the official Tenorshare ReiBoot on your PC or Mac, then connect your iPhone.

Step2. Select iOS Upgrade/Downgrade and choose the Downgrade option.

Step3. ReiBoot will automatically fetch the latest signed iOS 26.7 firmware package. Click Download.

Step4. Click Initiate Downgrade. The software will safely replace the iOS 27 system with iOS 26 in under 20 minutes without wiping your personal data.

Alternative: How to Exit iOS 27 Beta without a Computer?

It's impossible to remove iOS 27 without a computer, but we can stop your iOS 27 from receiving unstable iOS beta updates.

First, Navigate to Settings > General > Software Update > Beta Updates. Then, Toggle Beta Updates to OFF. Your iPhone will stop receiving iOS beta updates until the official version is out.

About Tenorshare

Founded in 2007, Tenorshare ReiBoot is the best iOS/Android bug repair tool which offering a secure, data‑safe iOS/Android bug-fixing path for users who need to move away from system problems.

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BMI Imaging Systems Sponsors Team for the 10th Annual Steve Tidwell Shoot for the Troops

Milestone tournament benefits Middle Tennessee's severely wounded veterans and the families of fallen service members

SUNNYVALE, Calif., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BMI Imaging Systems, Inc. is proud to announce its sponsorship of a four-man team for the 10th Annual Steve Tidwell Shoot for the Troops, hosted by the Nashville Chapter of the Joshua Chamberlain Society (JCS). The sporting clay tournament was held on Saturday, August 29, 2026, at the Nashville Gun Club in Nashville, Tennessee. President & CEO Will Whitney shot alongside a team of friends and neighbors, marking BMI's third consecutive year supporting the event.

The Joshua Chamberlain Society is a grassroots 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to providing lifelong support to severely wounded veterans and the families of fallen service members. Its Nashville chapter has served Middle Tennessee since 2013 through the "Adopt a Hero" program and today supports 13 heroes and their families. Donations stay local, and all proceeds from the tournament go directly to benefiting those families.

Now in its tenth year, the Shoot for the Troops has grown into one of the chapter's signature events. The afternoon of competition was followed by dinner, an open bar, and a silent auction, with top team awards and an engraved KA-BAR combat knife presented to the top shooter, whose name is added to the Shoot for the Troops Memorial Trophy.

"Ten years is a long run for an event like this, and it says a lot about how much this community shows up," said Will Whitney. "Having served in the Marines, this event means a lot. JCS commits to these families for life, and it's an honor to be able to support events like this shoot."

Giving back to the community has long been part of how BMI operates, and this sponsorship reflects the company's ongoing commitment to supporting those who have served. The BMI team had a great day at the range and was glad to contribute to the vital work of the Joshua Chamberlain Society.

For more information about the event or to learn how you can contribute, visit https://www.chamberlainsociety.org/nashville/.

About BMI Imaging Systems

Founded in 1958, BMI Imaging Systems converts paper, microfilm, microfiche, and other analog records into secure, searchable digital collections, and then helps organizations store and access those records. BMI offers public, private, and CJIS-compliant hosting, backed by in-house software development, project management, and IT teams focused on quality, security, and getting projects across the finish line.

Contact

Website: https://www.bmiimaging.com

Email: [email protected]

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In Partnership with TeamSnap, Mazda Establishes a Platform to Support the Coaches Keeping Kids Engaged and in Play With a Multi-Vehicle Giveaway and Large-Scale Incentive and Donation Program

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Mazda announced a landmark national initiative created to champion joy in youth sports by supporting the dedicated coaches who help kids grow, build confidence, and have fun. By partnering with TeamSnap, the leading youth sports management platform, Mazda will celebrate deserving leaders who consistently create positive, transformational experiences for young athletes and their families.

"Many of us remember that one coach who changed our lives," said Tom Donnelly, CEO of Mazda North America. "At Mazda, we believe great coaches make an impact not through winning, but through genuine care for their athletes, building life-long confidence and character that carries far beyond the game. Together with TeamSnap, we are proud to elevate these selfless leaders and celebrate those who keep youth sports fun, positive, and transformative."

According to a report by ProjectPlay, more than 27.3 million youth athletes ages 6 to 18 in America today participate in organized sports. However, as youth sports become increasingly professionalized, kids are losing the innate joy that defines childhood sports. A 2026 Aspen Institute survey found the average kid quits organized sports by age 13, not because they stop loving the game, but because the pressure around it takes the fun out.

"Coaches play an enormous role in whether kids stay engaged in sports," said Peter Frintzilas, CEO of TeamSnap. "TeamSnap is committed to helping sports families and organizers navigate the demands of youth sports, with a focus on supporting coaches who devote significant time and energy to their teams. Mazda's investment in this community makes them a natural partner as we celebrate and elevate the coaches who make a lasting difference."

To kick off the community-engagement program, Mazda will recognize five exceptional youth coaches from across the country through a partnership with Good Morning America. Each will be awarded with a brand-new Mazda CX-90 in honor of their extraordinary local impact. The program also reaches beyond the initial winners and to additional coaches across the country. Here's how families can get involved:

- Today through October 18, youth sport families can nominate their favorite coach - one who goes above and beyond the responsibilities of the role - to receive a new Mazda CX-90 by visiting the nomination page here.

- Youth sports coaches can also receive a $250 vehicle incentive when they purchase a new Mazda vehicle at their local dealership, paired with an additional $250 match donation from Mazda to fund essential team needs and everyday coaching costs. Learn more and register here.

For more information about the program and Mazda's commitment to youth sports, visit MazdaUSA.com.

About Mazda North American Operations

Proudly founded in Hiroshima, Japan, Mazda has a history of sophisticated craftsmanship and innovation, and a purpose to enrich life-in-motion for those it serves. By putting humans at the center of everything it does, Mazda aspires to create uplifting experiences with our vehicles and for people. Mazda North American Operations is headquartered in Irvine, California, and oversees the sales, marketing, parts, and customer service support of Mazda vehicles in the United States, Canada, Mexico and Colombia through approximately 795 dealers. Operations in Canada are managed by Mazda Canada Inc. in Richmond Hill, Ontario; operations in Mexico are managed by Mazda Motor de Mexico in Mexico City; and operations in Colombia are managed by Mazda de Colombia in Bogota, Colombia.

For more information on Mazda vehicles, including photography and B-roll, please visit the online Mazda media center at news.mazdausa.com. Follow @MazdaUSA on social media: Facebook, Instagram, X, YouTube, and Threads.

About TeamSnap

TeamSnap – the #1 sports management platform – has pioneered the future of youth sports technology for more than 15 years. Across more than 100 different sports and activities, TeamSnap has powered 19,000+ organizations and more than 30 million parents, players and coaches, making it the largest and most engaged online community in youth sports. Through TeamSnap, brands have invested more than $20 million in youth sports sponsorships, fueling communities and giving more kids the chance to play.

For more information, visit the TeamSnap website, and follow the company on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook and YouTube.

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PITTSBURGH, Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- "I thought there could be a more effective design for a tie down strap," said an inventor, from Blue Jay, Calif., "so I invented the EXTREME TIE DOWN. My strap design would apply constant tension and prevent any loosening caused by slack that may occur from a shifting load."

The patent-pending invention provides an improved design for a tie down strap. In doing so, it would apply constant tension to the strap. It also prevents loosening caused by unseen slack. As a result, it helps secure a load. The invention features a durable design that is easy to use so it is ideal for the owners and users of trailers, trucks, cargo, dirt bikes, jet skis, boats, light aircraft, RVs, etc.

The original design was submitted to the National sales office of InventHelp. It is currently available for licensing or sale to manufacturers or marketers. For more information, write Dept. 25-SGM-748, InventHelp, 100 Beecham Drive, Suite 110, Pittsburgh, PA 15205-9801, or call (412) 288-1300 ext. 1368. Learn more about InventHelp's Invention Submission Services at http://www.InventHelp.com.

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CTA Construction Managers Completes Building Enclosure at New Newton Countryside Elementary School

The approximately $76M project is expected to open to students in early 2027.

NEWTON, Mass., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CTA Construction Managers has reached another major construction milestone at the new Countryside Elementary School in Newton, completing the building's exterior enclosure as work continues toward opening the new school to students.

Completion of the exterior building envelope marks an important transition for the project, providing a weather-tight structure and allowing interior construction activities to advance throughout the building.

The new Countryside Elementary School is part of the City of Newton's continued investment in modern educational facilities. The approximately $76M project is being developed in partnership with the Massachusetts School Building Authority, which is providing more than $20 million in state grant funding. The new school is being constructed on the existing Countryside site and will replace the aging facility currently serving the school community.

"We're excited to reach another significant milestone at Countryside Elementary School," said Pat Tompkins, Principal at CTA Construction Managers. "Completing the building enclosure allows our team and trade partners to continue accelerating interior work as we move closer to delivering a modern, high-performance school for Newton's students, educators and families."

The project continues CTA Construction Managers' longstanding relationship with the City of Newton. CTA previously constructed both the Spaulding Elementary School and Lincoln-Eliot Elementary School for the City.

Countryside also represents another chapter in CTA's 20-year relationship with DiNisco Design. CTA Construction Managers and DiNisco Design have now partnered on 10 school projects throughout Massachusetts.

"We value the opportunity to continue working with CTA and the City of Newton on projects that have such a direct and lasting impact on students and the community," said Donna DiNisco, President of DiNisco Design. "Reaching the building enclosure milestone is an exciting step as the vision for the new Countryside Elementary School continues to take shape."

Construction of the new Countryside Elementary School began in 2025. The city has reported that students are expected to move into their new classrooms in January 2027. Following the transition into the new building, the existing school will be demolished and replaced with new playing fields and associated site improvements.

With the building now enclosed, work is continuing on building systems, finishes, and other elements that will transform the structure into a next-generation learning environment for the Countryside community.

Press Contact:

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All-day music and food festival engages Virginia farms, businesses and organizations

VIRGINIA BEACH, Va., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Farm Aid 2026, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, at Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater at Virginia Beach, will showcase an all-star lineup of musical artists — all donating their performances in support of family farmers and HOMEGROWN food. Farm Aid is proud to work with regional farmers, farm organizations and businesses to bring local flavor and experiences to the event.

"Virginia is a special place to me, so I am particularly happy that we're bringing Farm Aid 2026 to the Hampton Roads area," said Farm Aid Board Member Dave Matthews. "Farmers are a foundational part of our communities, caring for the food they grow, the land and our health. It's an important time to bring attention to farmers, and the farm and food organizations that strengthen them."

Tickets for Farm Aid 2026 are available for purchase at farmaid.org/2026 and the amphitheater box office (open only on Mondays and Fridays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). The Farm Aid 4 Pack — a four-pack of lawn tickets for $299 — is also available in limited quantities. For venue information, visit farmaid.org/festival/venue-information.

Information about the Farm Aid 2026 festival:

- The HOMEGROWN Village (noon to 5 p.m.) will engage festivalgoers in hands-on activities about climate, soil, water, energy, food and farming. Activities include weaving a rug with local fibers, sharing recipes from your homeplace, understanding the role of farm workers and learning about ocean farming. To mark the presence and significance of the military, service members and veterans in Hampton Roads, the HOMEGROWN Village will feature a special exhibit honoring farmer veterans.

- Festivalgoers can hear farmers and artists discuss pressing issues and share inspiring stories on the FarmYard Stage. In the HOMEGROWN Skills Tent, attendees can participate in hands-on demonstrations, including making salsa and agua fresca, making clam fritters and processing wool. At the HOMEGROWN Seed Swap, people will learn about seed-saving and pick up new varieties from fellow festivalgoers to plant at home. Additionally, attendees can participate in the painting of a mural celebrating Virginia's farmers that will be installed at the Old Beach Farmers Market in Virginia Beach. Mural artist Pamela Bliss, who is painting a large-scale mural at 604 18th Street, will lead festivalgoers in this work.

- All food served at the festival is HOMEGROWN Food® sourced from family farmers who use ecological production practices and are paid a fair price. A varied menu — all served on compostable serviceware — from diverse farmers will offer Virginia-grown peanuts; farmstead cheeses from Mountain View Farm in Fairview, Va.; Chesapeake poutine with local hand-picked warm lump blue crab; salads featuring local vegetables; and concessions classics such as a double cheeseburger with organic cheese and grass-fed beef, and a pretzel made with organic flour.

- As part of HOMEGROWN Concessions®, festivalgoers can enjoy Well Sown Estate Lager, grown and brewed for the festival by Wheatland Spring Farm + Brewery. The beer features regeneratively grown grains. The farmers will be present to show festivalgoers the agricultural origins of beer.

- Farm Aid's Green Team will help festivalgoers sort their compost and recyclables. Festivalgoers can visit the Compost Corner to learn about composting and building soil health. Tidewater Compost will collect the compostables from Farm Aid 2026 and deliver them to Drishti Compost, which creates compost to sustain future crops in Virginia.

- Young people from FFA, 4-H and Petersburg Is Growing will staff the HOMEGROWN Youthmarket. Festivalgoers can meet these young adults, learn about the work they do in their communities and taste fresh fruits, vegetables and baked goods from local farms.

- HOMEGROWN Catering (which serves artists, crew, volunteers and staff) received in-kind donations from Back Pocket Provisions, Eco-Products, Equal Exchange, Frites Street, Frontier Co-op, Horizon Organic, Hubs Peanuts, Kinloch Farm, McKaskle Family Farm, Nixie, Open Water, Tractor Beverage Co., Parkhurst Dining, Patchwork Family Farms, Seven Sundays and StageWater.

- Farm Aid is partnering with Support+Feed to conduct a food drive benefiting the Foodbank of Southeastern Virginia and the Eastern Shore. Festivalgoers are asked to bring non-perishable plant-based food items including canned vegetables and fruits, oats, dry pasta, rice, canned and dry beans, and nut butters to support food access in Hampton Roads.

- The venue will feature fall crops, including hay bales, pumpkins, corn stalks, mums and sunflowers, from Hickory Ridge Farm, Deer Run Farm, Motherhood in Blooms, End of Nowhere Flower Farm, Hidden Gems Farm and The Flower Farm at Young's Mill.

- Farm Aid 2026 merchandise will feature shirts and hoodies grown with organic cotton from Texas farmers, produced and printed in the U.S., along with hats, bandanas, tote bags and festival posters. Texas organic cotton farmers will show festivalgoers the process of turning raw cotton into clothing, and the importance of organic and domestic textile supply chains.

- Photographs of Virginia farmers and farms will be incorporated into the stage design, enabling farmers to figuratively share the stage with artists throughout the event.

Farm Aid 2026 will feature performances by Farm Aid board members Willie Nelson (& Family), Neil Young (& The Chrome Hearts), John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews (with Tim Reynolds), Margo Price, and Nathaniel Rateliff, as well as Turnpike Troubadours, Lukas Nelson, Ty Myers, Mike Campbell & The Dirty Knobs, Jesse Welles, Sierra Ferrell, Mon Rovîa, I'm With Her, Amythyst Kiah, Lily Meola, Chris Pierce, and the Wisdom Indian Dancers.

Festivalgoers can access the entire Farm Aid experience through the official Farm Aid 2026 mobile app, available now for iPhone and Android devices. Fans will be able to use the app to get details about the HOMEGROWN Concessions® menu, learn the stories of local farmers and make a personalized schedule of music, workshops and artist briefings for the day. Download the app at farmaid.org/app.

The Farm Aid Hi-Fi Experience offers guests access to the best seats and the Hi-Fi Experience Lounge. A limited number of Farm Aid 2026 Hi-Fi Experience tickets are still available at farmaid.org/hifitix.

The Farm Aid 2026 Memorabilia Auction goes live on the day of the festival at farmaid.org/auction. This collection of rare, unique and signed memorabilia items will be open for bidding on the Farm Aid website through Friday, October 9 at 5 p.m. ET. Proceeds support Farm Aid's work.

On Friday, Sept. 25, festivalgoers and residents throughout Hampton Roads are invited to join Farm Aid for the Farm Aid Family Reunion: "We the Farmers" Takeover at the 52nd Annual Neptune Festival Boardwalk Weekend. The celebration begins at 6 p.m. ET at Neptune's Park on the Virginia Beach Oceanfront and will feature Rissi Palmer's Revue featuring Rebecca Porter, Roberta Lea and The Smoke; shirlette ammons; Kyshona; Chris Pierce; and the Red Crook-ed Sky American Indian Dance Troupe, hosted by "The Professor" Nick Harrison. The "We the Farmers" Takeover will honor the rich musical traditions of Black, Indigenous and artists of color while bringing the community together in celebration of rural communities, family farmers and eaters from all corners of our landscape. Admission is free and open to the public, with food and beverages available for purchase throughout the Neptune Festival grounds.

Sponsors of Farm Aid 2026 include Virginia is for Farm Lovers, Visit Virginia Beach, Virginia Department of Agriculture, Tractor Beverage Co., Horizon Organic, Virginia Spirits and Intertribal Agriculture Council. This year's festival and pre-festival events received support from "Our Shared Future: 250," a Smithsonian-wide initiative supported by private philanthropy and created to commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary and advance the Smithsonian vision for the next 250 years.

For festival updates, follow Farm Aid on Facebook (facebook.com/farmaid), Instagram (instagram.com/farmaid), X (@FarmAid), Bluesky (@farmaid.org) and Threads (threads.com/@farmaid). More details are also available at farmaid.org/festival. Festivalgoers are encouraged to use the hashtags #FarmAid2026 and #Road2FarmAid to join the conversation on social media.

Farm Aid's mission is to build a vibrant, family farm-centered system of agriculture in America. Farm Aid artists and board members Willie Nelson, Neil Young, John Mellencamp, Dave Matthews, Margo Price and Nathaniel Rateliff host an annual festival to raise funds to support Farm Aid's work with family farmers and to inspire people to choose family farm food. Since 1985, Farm Aid, with the support of the artists who contribute their performances each year, has raised more than $90 million to support programs that help farmers thrive, expand the reach of the Good Food Movement, take action to change the dominant system of industrial agriculture and promote food from family farms.

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In the news release, Leidos to keep 650,000 Navy and Marine Corps personnel securely connected worldwide, issued 14-Sep-2026 by Leidos Holdings, Inc. over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that the contract value of $875 million was incorrectly stated. The correct value is $926 million. The complete, corrected release follows:

Leidos to keep 650,000 Navy and Marine Corps personnel securely connected worldwide

Department of Navy awards $926 million for second option year on contract to secure and maintain critical networks worldwide

RESTON, Va., Sept. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Leidos (NYSE: LDOS) will continue helping keep more than 650,000 U.S. Navy and Marine Corps personnel securely connected by managing more than 425,000 devices at more than 2,500 sites around the world.

The Navy recently awarded Leidos $926 million for the second option year of the Next Generation Enterprise Network Service Management, Integration and Transport contract. The company is responsible for all aspects of user support, operations and IT transformational activities on the Navy Marine Corps Intranet (NMCI), Outside the Continental United States Navy Enterprise Network (ONE-Net) and Marine Corps Enterprise Network (MCEN).

"Military and civilian personnel rely on these networks to communicate, make decisions and carry out missions that protect our nation and its allies," said Steve Hull, president of Leidos Digital. "We're supporting the technology they depend on so it remains secure, resilient and ready when they need it."

Since being awarded the contract in 2020, Leidos has helped the Navy and Marine Corps modernize their IT environments while improving network resilience. The company has introduced automation that delivers patches to network devices 93% faster and accelerates patching across the enterprise by 94%, addressing vulnerabilities sooner and reducing potential disruptions for personnel who rely on these networks.

"During my time in the Navy, I learned that when technology works seamlessly in the background, you're free to give the mission your full attention. These results reflect our team's 24/7 dedication to making that possible," said DJ LeGoff, a retired Navy captain and the Navy and Marine Corps portfolio leader at Leidos.

This award supports Leidos' NorthStar 2030 strategy and its focus on digital modernization, cyber capabilities and mission software.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 50,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $17.2 billion for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Certain statements in this announcement constitute "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of the rules and regulations of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). These statements are based on management's current beliefs and expectations and are subject to significant risks and uncertainties. These statements are not guarantees of future results or occurrences. A number of factors could cause our actual results, performance, achievements, or industry results to be different from the results, performance, or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These factors include, but are not limited to, the "Risk Factors" set forth in Leidos' Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended January 2, 2026, and other such filings that Leidos makes with the SEC from time to time. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on such forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. Leidos does not undertake to update forward-looking statements to reflect the impact of circumstances or events that arise after the date the forward-looking statements were made.

Media Contact:

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Correction: An earlier version of this release, issued September 14, incorrectly stated the contract value of $875 million. The correct value is $926 million.

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Retirement coaches say poor vision can threaten clients' independence and quality of life; nearly two-thirds have seen clients scale back daily routines or social activities because of vision concerns.

RANCHO CORDOVA, Calif., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- New research from the Retirement Coaches Association, in partnership with VSP® Individual Vision Plans, highlights the important role vision can play in supporting independence and quality of life in retirement.

Among the 115 professional retirement coaches surveyed, 96% said poor vision can significantly threaten clients' independence and quality of life, and 61% have directly seen clients scale back social activities or daily routines because of vision concerns. The findings underscore the importance of helping retirees anticipate routine vision care needs as part of a broader retirement-readiness conversation.

With Medicare Open Enrollment putting benefit decisions in the spotlight, the findings bring new urgency to a year-round risk: Retirees may face unexpected eye care costs or delay care altogether when gaps in routine vision care coverage go unaddressed.

"Retirement coaches see firsthand how vision can shape a client's ability to stay connected to the people, routines, and activities that give retirement meaning," said Robert Laura, a retirement expert and founder of the Retirement Coaches Association.

"This research reinforces the value of making routine vision care part of the broader retirement-readiness conversation, alongside financial planning, health care expenses, and long-term quality of life."

The Potential Cost of Routine Vision-Care Coverage Gaps

The survey findings underscore how vision concerns can affect retirees' independence and quality of life — and why anticipating routine vision care needs and costs can be important. Original Medicare generally does not cover routine eye exams or the cost of eyeglasses or contact lenses,* while coverage through Medicare Advantage and other plans vary. These gaps can leave retirees responsible for routine vision care expenses they may not have anticipated.

Broader research suggests cost can contribute to delayed care: Many U.S. patients delay eye care despite experiencing poor eyesight or eye health concerns, with cost concerns and competing priorities among the barriers, according to a survey reported by Optometry Times.1 With a routine eye exam costing approximately $214 out of pocket on average in the U.S. for those without vision insurance2, these expenses may be harder to absorb for retirees living on fixed or limited budgets.

When routine vision care expenses and coverage needs are not anticipated, retirees may ultimately face difficult tradeoffs:

- Pay out of pocket for routine eye exams, eyewear and related care; or

- Postpone or skip care altogether, potentially continuing to experience vision concerns that can affect everyday activities and independence.

A Timely Moment to Review Coverage Needs

Medicare Open Enrollment offers retirees an important opportunity to review their health care benefits and consider whether their current coverage addresses routine vision care needs. For retirees looking to help address those coverage gaps, supplemental coverage like VSP Individual Vision Plans can be one option to consider.

"Retirees deserve flexible options that help make vision care more affordable and easier to plan for," said John Keys, vice president and general manager of Direct to Consumer at VSP Vision Care. "VSP Individual Vision Plans are designed to help fill coverage gaps with customizable benefits that support eye health and help retirees maintain the independence that comes with seeing their best, including coverage for comprehensive eye exams and eyewear."

VSP Individual Vision Plans can help retirees prepare for routine vision care expenses with same-day coverage for eye exams, eyewear, and access to a network of eye care professionals. Plans are available to enroll in year-round and offer flexible monthly or annual payment options designed to fit individual budgets and retirement needs.

For more information about VSP Individual Vision Plans, visit VSPDirect.com.

1 Joy, Jordana. "Survey Finds Majority of US Patients Delaying Eye Care Despite Experiencing Poor Eyesight, Eye Health." Optometry Times, July 22, 2025.

https://www.optometrytimes.com/view/survey-finds-majority-of-us-patients-delaying-eye-care-despite-experiencing-poor-eyesight-eye-health

2 Source: VSP book-of-business paid claims data for Aug-Jan of each prior year. Pricing varies by state.

https://www.vspdirect.com/our-plans

*Check your Medicare Plan to see if your vision care needs are covered and/or if a VSP Individual Vision Plan is right for you. VSP Individual Vision Plans does not coordinate benefits with Medicare.

About the Retirement Senses Survey

The survey was conducted in May 2026 among 115 retirement coaches to understand how sensory health impacts retirement independence and quality of life of their clients.

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Independent candidate for Governor calls for informed consent, patient and parental rights, personal responsibility and greater transparency in healthcare decisions

NEW SMYRNA BEACH, Fla., Sept. 16, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Non-party affiliated candidate for Florida Governor Frank Russo today unveiled his Florida Medical Freedom Initiative, a policy framework designed to protect informed consent, strengthen individual and parental rights, and bring greater transparency and accountability to Florida's healthcare system.

Russo said Floridians should be trusted to make their own medical decisions in consultation with their healthcare providers, while government should focus on providing accurate information, protecting public health and ensuring people have the facts they need to make informed choices.

"Government serves the people, not the other way around," Russo said. "Floridians should be able to sit down with their doctors, understand the facts and make the healthcare decisions that are right for themselves and their families. Government has a responsibility to provide honest information and protect public health, but it should not replace the judgment of patients, parents and their healthcare providers."

Under Russo's Florida Medical Freedom Initiative, his administration would prioritize:

- Protecting informed consent - ensuring Floridians receive clear and understandable information before making medical decisions.

- Increasing government transparency - requiring state health agencies to clearly explain the evidence and reasoning as well as financial incentives behind major public health recommendations.

- Strengthening patient rights - ensuring access to medical records and protecting patient decision making with healthcare providers,

- Protecting parental rights - supporting appropriate opt-out provisions and stronger protections for parents making healthcare decisions involving their children.

- Promoting personal responsibility - emphasizing prevention, healthy choices and individualized healthcare decisions rather than one-size-fits-all government mandates.

"Medical freedom does not mean ignoring science or public health," Russo said. "It means giving people the facts, being transparent about the evidence and trusting Floridians to make informed decisions. Leadership begins by listening, and that includes listening to patients, parents, doctors and communities, not government deciding it knows best."

On Cannabis Policy: Transparency and Voter Choice

As part of his commitment to transparency, Russo also disclosed that he is personally registered in Florida for medical marijuana use. 

Russo said candidates asking voters to trust them with the governorship should be willing to be open about their own experiences and apply the same standards of transparency to themselves that they expect from government.

On recreational marijuana, Russo pointed to Florida's 2024 ballot initiative, which received nearly 57 percent of the vote, falling short of the 60 percent threshold required for passage.

"Floridians came within a few points of legalizing recreational marijuana," Russo said. "That tells me millions of people want this discussion."

Russo • Rodriguez 2026

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About Frank J. Russo:

Frank J. Russo is a lifelong Floridian, entrepreneur, insurance executive, real estate developer,  and humanitarian with more than 40 years of business leadership, including over 30 years in the  insurance industry. Based in New Smyrna Beach, Russo is running for Governor to restore  affordability, strengthen Florida's economy, and build a government focused on practical  solutions that put Floridians first. For more information, or to volunteer or donate, visit  Russo2026.com.

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