New platform brings together Medicare organizations, compliance professionals and industry leaders to build a more connected, transparent and accountable Medicare ecosystem

PINEHURST, N.C., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MedicareCompliance.com today announced the official launch of an independent industry platform built for the organizations and professionals navigating Medicare's increasingly complex regulatory and compliance environment.

The platform was founded on a simple belief: Medicare compliance works better when the industry works together.

MedicareCompliance.com brings together carriers, agencies, third-party marketing organizations, compliance professionals, technology companies and other stakeholders in a neutral environment designed to strengthen collaboration, share intelligence and build better infrastructure for the Medicare industry.

Medicare Compliance Community Now Open

The initial launch introduces the Medicare Compliance Community, where members can access industry intelligence, regulatory discussions, educational resources, professional networking, events and opportunities to participate in conversations shaping the future of Medicare compliance.

Membership is open to organizations and professionals committed to protecting beneficiaries and advancing transparency, accountability and collaboration across the Medicare ecosystem.

Organizations and professionals can learn more and join the Community at MedicareCompliance.com.

Inaugural Industry Event Set for Washington, D.C.

MedicareCompliance.com also announced that its inaugural industry event will take place Jan. 20-21, 2027, in Washington, D.C.

The two-day event will convene leaders from across the Medicare ecosystem for discussion, education and collaboration focused on the regulatory, technological and operational issues shaping the industry's future.

Community members will receive additional information about attendance, speakers, programming and participation opportunities as details are released.

Building a Broader Compliance Ecosystem

The Community and its inaugural event are the first steps in a broader roadmap. MedicareCompliance.com is developing technology and industry initiatives to address persistent challenges across Medicare distribution, including marketing oversight, regulatory intelligence, compliance monitoring and organizational accountability.

Planned capabilities include:

- Advantage AI, an intelligence layer designed specifically for Medicare marketing compliance.

- ControlPoint, a centralized environment for managing the complete lifecycle of Medicare marketing materials, reviews and approvals.

- AssureMark, a standards framework designed to establish measurable expectations for compliance, quality and accountability across the industry.

"Our mission is to help establish a new standard for Medicare built around transparency, collaboration and accountability for everyone serving our growing senior population," said Tyler Rees, founder of MedicareCompliance.com. "As the Medicare ecosystem continues to expand and evolve, the responsibility to protect beneficiaries must remain at the center of everything we do. MedicareCompliance.com is creating the shared infrastructure, intelligence and standards needed to help the entire industry serve seniors with greater consistency, integrity and trust."

The launch marks the beginning of a broader effort to connect organizations across the Medicare ecosystem while maintaining the independence necessary to serve every segment of the industry.

That neutrality is central to the platform's mission. MedicareCompliance.com does not represent one carrier, distributor or market segment. It is being built as a common environment where organizations that compete commercially can collaborate around a shared objective: protecting beneficiaries while building a stronger Medicare marketplace.

A Platform Built to Grow with the Industry

MedicareCompliance.com will continue to expand through new technology, industry standards, research, education and collaborative initiatives.

The platform is live, Community membership is open and the industry will come together in Washington, D.C., Jan. 20-21, 2027.

Visit MedicareCompliance.com to become a Community member and receive updates about the inaugural event.

About MedicareCompliance.com

MedicareCompliance.com is an independent industry platform dedicated to advancing compliance, collaboration and innovation across the Medicare ecosystem. Through community, intelligence, technology and industry standards, MedicareCompliance.com connects the organizations and professionals working to build a more transparent, accountable and beneficiary-focused Medicare marketplace.

Learn more at MedicareCompliance.com.

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MedicareCompliance.com is a division of EnrollHere Inc. that operates independently to serve the broader Medicare industry.

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Rural New Jersey teens are now connecting with peer mentors through a new digital front door for adolescent behavioral health, available in the hours when emotional distress most often escalates.

TRENTON, N.J., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The New Jersey Department of Health has partnered with Somethings, a technology-enabled youth mental health company, under the state's Rural Health Transformation Program. The partnership has launched a text-based peer support program now serving youth ages 13–26 across eligible rural counties in New Jersey, with a specific focus on uninsured and underinsured young people who face the greatest barriers to timely mental health support.

Through this initiative, New Jersey has established a new digital front door for youth mental health, one that meets adolescents where they are, in the format they already use, at the hours when emotional distress most often escalates.

"Suicide is the third leading cause of death among youth and young adults ages 10 to 24 in New Jersey, and youth in rural communities are often the last to receive support," said Patrick Gilligan, Founder and CEO at Somethings. "This partnership means a teen in rural New Jersey who is struggling at 8 p.m. no longer has to wait weeks for an appointment or drive hours to find care. They can connect with someone who understands them, right then."

A Model Built for Rural Realities

Somethings delivers clinically supervised peer support through a HIPAA-compliant mobile application designed to function in low-bandwidth environments, a critical consideration for rural communities where high-speed internet access is inconsistent. Youth are matched the same day they enroll with a Certified Peer Specialist mentor with lived experience and can engage through secure messaging and video during after-school and evening hours.

Licensed clinical supervisors are integrated directly into the platform, enabling real-time escalation when a youth presents with elevated risk. This stepped-care model ensures safety while keeping peer support at the center of the experience, reducing reliance on emergency departments and enabling licensed clinicians to practice at the top of their licensure.

Addressing an Urgent Statewide Need

New Jersey's rural communities face compounding barriers to youth mental health care: provider shortages, long waitlists, limited transportation, and an absence of after-hours services. In some rural counties, the mental health provider-to-population ratio reaches 1,082 residents per provider, more than three times the state average. Depression-related emergency department visits among New Jersey teens increased by approximately 38 percent between 2019 and 2021.

Now live, the Somethings program is on track to serve approximately 1,200 rural youth during the grant period, with more than 600 expected to enter the program experiencing active suicidal ideation. Beyond direct services, the initiative is projected to generate over $3.2 million in avoided healthcare costs by connecting youth with the right care at the right time, reducing non-emergent emergency department visits while ensuring appropriate use of preventive and outpatient services.

Building a Rural Behavioral Health Workforce

A central component of the initiative is workforce development. Somethings is recruiting and employing 40 rural New Jersey young adults as Certified Peer Specialists, creating paid pathways into behavioral health careers for residents of the communities the program serves. More than half of program costs are reinvested directly into New Jersey through payments to locally based mentors.

Services went live within two weeks of the contract being awarded, and within one month of launch, Somethings was serving youth across all 11 rural NJ counties. To date, the company has supported more than 300 youth in these rural counties and continues to expand.

About Somethings

Somethings (Fond of You Inc. d/b/a Somethings) is a youth mental health company delivering clinically supervised, text-based peer mentoring through a proprietary mobile platform. The company partners with state health agencies, managed care organizations, schools, and community health systems to reach adolescents and young adults who face the greatest barriers to traditional care. Learn more at www.somethings.com.

This publication is funded by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $147,250,805.85, with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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Corero Network Security Named Best in Channel-First Cybersecurity Distribution at CybersecAsia Readers' Choice Awards 2026

Recognition Reflects Corero's Channel-First Strategy and Growing Partner Ecosystem

LONDON, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Corero Network Security (AIM: CNS) (OTCQX: DDOSF), the distributed denial of service ("DDoS") protection specialists and champion of adaptive, real-time service availability, today announced it has been named Best in Channel-First Cybersecurity Distribution at the CybersecAsia Readers' Choice Awards 2026.

The recognition comes after Corero secured the highest number of reader votes in the category, underscoring its channel-first strategy and leadership in cybersecurity distribution.

"This recognition means a great deal, because it comes directly from the customers and partners we work to serve every day," said Carl Herberger, CEO at Corero Network Security. "Being named a channel-first leader validates a strategy we've invested in deliberately, one built to help organizations across the region stay resilient and secure."

"These results speak directly to the relationships we've built with our channel partners across the region," said Michelle Ragusa-McBain, Global Vice President of Channels, Alliances, and Partner Marketing at Corero Network Security. "Our approach is built around making it easier for partners to deliver enterprise-grade DDoS protection to their customers, and this recognition is a testament to that ecosystem."

The recognition also reflects the strength of Corero's growing footprint internationally.

"This award is a strong signal of the momentum we're building across international markets," said Adrian Crawley, Vice President of International Sales at Corero Network Security. "Our partners are on the front lines with customers every day, and this recognition reflects the trust they've placed in us as we continue to expand our presence in the region."

The CybersecAsia Readers' Choice Awards recognize organizations voted on directly by the publication's readership, spotlighting vendors and channel partners making a measurable impact across the cybersecurity industry in the Asia-Pacific region.

About Corero Network Security

Corero Network Security is a leading provider of DDoS protection solutions, specializing in automatic detection and protection solutions with network visibility, analytics, and reporting tools. Corero's technology protects against external and internal DDoS threats in complex edge and subscriber environments, ensuring internet service availability. With operational centers in Marlborough, Massachusetts, USA, and Edinburgh, UK, Corero is headquartered in London and listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market (ticker: CNS) and the US OTCQX Market (OTCQX: DDOSF).

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Former Intel, Infineon and GlobalFoundries executive brings more than two decades of experience

developing and commercializing advanced semiconductor technologies, strengthening Ceva's technology

execution and customer relationships from Silicon Valley

ROCKVILLE, Md., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Ceva, Inc. (NASDAQ: CEVA), the leading licensor of silicon and software IP for the Smart Edge, today announced the appointment of Ziv Hammer as Executive Vice President, Connectivity & Sensing, reporting to Chief Executive Officer Amir Panush. The newly created role brings Ceva's connectivity and sensing businesses and CTO Office under a single leader. Based in Silicon Valley, Hammer will work closely with customers, as they increasingly seek more complete and customized system solutions to differentiate their products and address the emerging opportunities in Physical AI.

Hammer brings more than two decades of experience spanning wireless connectivity, secure IoT, client computing, datacenter infrastructure and silicon IP, with responsibility for developing technologies, building engineering organizations and bringing complex semiconductor products to market. He will lead the company's Wireless IoT, Mobile Broadband and Sensing & Audio Software businesses and CTO Office, building on their technology and market momentum.

Hammer joins Ceva following senior roles at Intel, Infineon Technologies and GlobalFoundries, where he led global engineering organizations of more than 1,000 employees across compute, connectivity, IoT and semiconductor technologies. Most recently, as Senior Vice President, Design Platforms and Services at GlobalFoundries, he worked across technology, IP, design enablement and ecosystem partners to help customers take complex and customized silicon designs from concept to production.

"Ziv combines deep technical expertise with an exceptional track record of building world-class organizations and bringing complex semiconductor technologies from concept to market," said Amir Panush, Chief Executive Officer of Ceva. "As customers look to differentiate their products through increasingly sophisticated system solutions, his experience will be invaluable as we expand our offering toward Physical AI. His leadership and presence in Silicon Valley will also enable us to deepen our engagement with customers and partners and ensure our technologies remain closely aligned with the opportunities they are pursuing."

"I'm excited to join Ceva at a time when the semiconductor industry is being reshaped by increasingly intelligent and connected devices," said Hammer. "Ceva has an exceptional portfolio of technologies and engineering talent, together with a broad customer base across many of the markets driving the smart edge. I look forward to working closely with our teams, customers and partners to turn emerging requirements into differentiated solutions and successful products."

About Ceva

Ceva powers the Smart Edge, bridging the digital and physical worlds to bring AI-driven products to life. Our Ceva AI fabric portfolio of silicon and software IP enables devices to Connect, Sense, and Infer – the essential capabilities for the intelligent edge. From 5G, cellular IoT, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, and UWB connectivity to scalable Edge AI NPUs, AI DSPs, sensor fusion processors and embedded software, Ceva provides the foundational IP for devices that connect, understand their environment, and act in real time.

With more than 22 billion devices shipped and trusted by 400+ customers worldwide, Ceva is the backbone of today's most advanced smart edge products - from AI-infused wearables and IoT devices to autonomous vehicles and 5G infrastructure. Our differentiated solutions deliver seamless integration into existing design flows, total flexibility to combine solutions based on design needs and ultra‑low‑power performance in minimal silicon footprint, helping customers accelerate development, reduce risk, and bring innovative products to market faster. As technology evolves toward Physical AI, Ceva's IP portfolio lays the foundation for systems that are always connected, contextually aware, and capable of intelligent, real-time decision-making.

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Dmitry Druzhinsky Highlights Long-Term Tennis Development at MatchPoint NYC Following 2026 US Open

After the 2026 US Open, MatchPoint NYC co-founder Dmitry Druzhinsky highlighted the center's continued investment in tennis training infrastructure and long-term athlete development, focusing on developing young players within its own training system

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- This year's US Open offered a timely example of what sustained development can produce. Elena Rybakina defeated Aryna Sabalenka in the women's final to claim her first US Open title and third Grand Slam championship. Her victory followed a season that required managing competition, physical preparation, and recovery at the highest level.

For Dmitry Druzhinsky, major results in tennis begin long before an athlete reaches a Grand Slam court. MatchPoint NYC's strategy focuses on creating a structured environment where young players can progressively develop technical skills, physical conditioning, and competitive experience.

"Champions are not created during a single tournament," said Dmitry Druzhinsky. "What we see at the US Open is the result of years of preparation. Our responsibility is to build the training infrastructure and development system that gives young athletes the opportunity to make that journey."

The approach places long-term athlete development ahead of an exclusive focus on immediate junior results. MatchPoint NYC is working to strengthen its own athlete pipeline, giving developing tennis players the opportunity to progress through increasingly demanding stages of preparation.

Investment in training infrastructure is central to that strategy. Courts, conditioning resources, and athlete-development programs provide the foundation for consistent training and allow coaches to support players as their needs change.

The Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games provide an important upcoming benchmark. LA28 is not the reason for MatchPoint NYC's long-term investment in athletes and training infrastructure, but it offers a major stage to test development strategies across American sports.

With Olympic preparation underway, Dmitry Druzhinsky sees the coming period as an opportunity to continue developing MatchPoint NYC's own tennis talent and evaluate how sustained investment in long-term athlete development and training infrastructure can translate into future competitive achievements — and, ultimately, the champions of tomorrow.

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LINDBLAD EXPEDITIONS HOLDINGS, INC. EXPANDS PORTFOLIO WITH THE ACQUISITION OF WHITE DESERT ANTARCTICA AND ECHO CHARLIE TO CREATE A LEADING FORCE IN EXPERIENTIAL TRAVEL

This acquisition unlocks an extraordinary new era of exploration across air, land and sea

NEW YORK, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIND), a global adventure travel company offering immersive, educational expeditions to over 100 destinations across all seven continents, today announced it has acquired a majority ownership of White Desert, the pioneering luxury Antarctic company and Echo Charlie, a new aviation travel brand providing specialized access to unique destinations worldwide.

Established in 2005 by record-breaking polar explorer, Patrick Woodhead, White Desert flies clients into the remote interior of Antarctica, blending logistical precision with a level of comfort previously unheard of on the ice. Billed as the ultimate bucket-list adventure, their itineraries include a journey to the Geographic South Pole and a visit to an Emperor penguin colony of over 20,000 birds.

"While this is the largest transaction in the history of the company, it is much more than a business deal—it is a powerful partnership between two businesses that have spent decades pushing the boundaries of what experiential travel can be," said Natalya Leahy, Chief Executive Officer of Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.

This strategic acquisition marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in Antarctic travel. Leveraging their shared expertise, Lindblad Expeditions and White Desert see significant opportunities to expand White Desert's extraordinary offering—with the development of camps and guest experiences and bolstering their logistical capabilities.

"Having spent the last 20 years pioneering tourism in the interior, we are privileged to join forces with people who did exactly the same thing, only 40 years earlier on the coastline of Antarctica. With a shared ethos for small-scale, responsible travel, we are thrilled for what lies ahead," said Patrick Woodhead, Founder and Chairman of White Desert.

Through their global platform and expertise, Lindblad Expeditions will also support the development and growth of a brand-new offering - Echo Charlie. Inspired by the golden age of aviation aboard a fully restored DC-3 (an aircraft that can land on remote airstrips without the hassle of commercial airports), this new offering fuses real life adventure with the seamless connection of highly diverse landscapes.

"Taking our aviation expertise beyond Antarctica, Echo Charlie's collection of itineraries explores the far reaches of the globe, from Colombia to Patagonia, the Faroe Islands to Greenland. This is genuine adventure, made safe and accessible—the only question is where we go next," said Woodhead.

"Echo Charlie delivers on what most of us only read about in childhood stories—flying to hidden places, uncovering the secrets of ancient cultures, and experiencing the breathtakingly diverse landscapes," said Leahy. "By combining Patrick's aviation expertise with our global platform and deep shared spirit of innovation, we are about to enter a new chapter entirely—more awe-inspiring experiences to more guests in more places on this planet."

Patrick Woodhead will serve as Chairman of White Desert and CEO of Echo Charlie, while also joining Lindblad Expeditions as Strategic Innovation Advisor. His expertise in aviation and exploration will help inform future innovation, responsible growth and new guest experiences across the Lindblad portfolio.

Like other companies that have joined the Lindblad family, White Desert and Echo Charlie will continue to operate as a stand-alone offering, preserving their founder-led vision and distinctive culture, while benefiting from the reach, capabilities and resources of Lindblad Expeditions.

"Over the last decade, our ambition has been to build a global platform of exceptional experiential travel brands, fueled by expertise, passion and innovation, and led by iconic founders," said Mark Ein, Co-Chair of the Board. "The acquisition of White Desert and Echo Charlie now adds an extraordinary set of pinnacle journeys to our guests".

Transaction Details

Lindblad Expeditions acquired a majority stake of 60% in White Desert and Echo Charlie for an aggregate cash purchase price of approximately $61 million, plus approximately $6 million for cash on the balance sheet and subject to customary true-up adjustments for working capital, cash and indebtedness. This investment advances Lindblad Expeditions' strategy of building a diversified portfolio of differentiated adventure travel experiences. Baird served as exclusive financial advisor to White Desert and Echo Charlie in the transaction.

Updated Guidance

Lindblad Expeditions also raises its full-year 2026 revenue, net yield, and Adjusted EBITDA guidance to reflect the acquisitions of White Desert and Echo Charlie, as well as continued strong performance across the business.

"Our updated guidance reflects both an exciting new chapter for our company with the addition of White Desert and Echo Charlie to our global platform of experiential travel brands and, importantly, the continued strong momentum of our underlying business as well as the strength of our business model," said Natalya Leahy, Chief Executive Officer of Lindblad Expeditions.

The Company's current expectations for the full year 2026 are as follows:

- Tour revenues of $850 - $880 million

- Net Yield per Available Guest Night of 5.5% - 6.5%

- Adjusted EBITDA of $140 - $148 million

About Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc.

Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: LIND; the "Company") is a leader in global expedition travel, offering immersive, educational journeys that span all seven continents through its eight pioneering brands. Driven by a passion for the planet and the belief that there is always more to be discovered, the Company leads travelers to the farthest reaches of the world with an expansive portfolio of air, land and sea-based expeditions. In collaboration with National Geographic, Lindblad Expeditions operates and sells the National Geographic-Lindblad Expeditions co-brand, which offers ship-based voyages that allow guests to explore remote destinations alongside scientists and naturalists, and with state-of-the-art exploration tools. In addition to its renowned modern expedition cruises, the Company's award-winning land-based brands—Natural Habitat Adventures, Off the Beaten Path, DuVine Cycling + Adventure Co., Classic Journeys, Wineland-Thomson Adventures, White Desert and Echo Charlie—provide extraordinary wildlife, cultural, and adventure-focused experiences. Together, these brands connect travelers with some of the planet's most inspiring natural and cultural landscapes, fostering a deep appreciation for the world. To learn more about Lindblad Expeditions Holdings, Inc., its growing portfolio of brands, and the Company's commitment to responsible exploration, visit investors.expeditions.com

About White Desert

White Desert was founded in 2005 by record-breaking polar explorer Patrick Woodhead to make the interior of Antarctica accessible to guests from around the world. Today, the company employs over 150 staff representing 18 different nationalities and continues to lead the industry in aviation, safety, and sustainable luxury travel. For more information, visit white-desert.com

About Echo Charlie

Echo Charlie runs luxury adventure journeys aboard a fully-refurbished vintage DC-3, carrying 12 guests at a time into some of the world's least-reached regions. Its journeys connect remote landscapes and cultures in a single arc, pairing real adventure with laidback comfort. It offers rare access, the assurance of safety, and moments of genuine awe that restore a sense of wonder at the world. For more information, visit echo-charlie.com

Non-GAAP Financial Measures

The Company uses a variety of operational and financial metrics, including non-GAAP financial measures such as Adjusted EBITDA, Occupancy, Net Yields and Net Cruise Costs, to enable it to analyze its performance and financial condition. The Company utilizes these financial measures to manage its business on a day-to-day basis and believes that they are the most relevant measures of performance. Some of these measures are commonly used in the cruise and tourism industry to evaluate performance. The Company believes these non-GAAP measures provide expanded insight to assess revenue and cost performance, in addition to the standard GAAP-based financial measures. There are no specific rules or regulations for determining non-GAAP measures, and as such, they may not be comparable to measures used by other companies within the industry.

The presentation of non-GAAP financial information should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for, or superior to, the financial information prepared and presented in accordance with GAAP. The definitions of non-GAAP financial measures along with a reconciliation of non-GAAP financial information to GAAP are included in the supplemental financial schedules.

Forward Looking Statements

Certain matters discussed in this press release are "forward-looking statements" intended to qualify for the safe harbor from liability established by the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, the Company's expectations regarding the expected benefits of the transaction with White Desert and Echo Charlie and the Company's updated financial guidance and may also generally be identified as such because the context of such statements will include words such as "anticipate," "believe," "could," "estimate," "expect," "intend," "may," "plan," "potential," "predict," "project," "should," "will," "would" or words of similar import.

Northern Virginia homeowners urged to prepare plumbing and HVAC systems

Experts at Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air provide fall checklist to be ready for winter weather and help avoid costly and untimely repairs

STERLING, Va., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- As fall temperatures begin to drop, Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air, a trusted home service provider based in Northern Virginia, reminds homeowners that a few simple seasonal maintenance steps can help prevent expensive winter emergencies, including frozen pipes, burst outdoor spigots, heating failures and poor indoor air quality.

"Fall is the ideal window because homeowners still have time to act before freezing weather puts stress on pipes, outdoor faucets and heating equipment," said Daniel Fuentes, co-founder of Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air. "In our area, one cold snap can expose weak spots fast. Disconnecting hoses, insulating vulnerable pipes and scheduling service early can help families avoid emergency calls when winter weather hits."

Fuentes advises homeowners to start with these recommendations:

- Disconnect garden hoses and drain exterior spigots. Leaving a hose attached traps water inside the faucet, which may lead to a burst indoor pipe.

- Replace HVAC air filters. Clogged filters restrict airflow and can cause furnaces to overheat in addition to increasing energy consumption.

- Clear leaves and debris from around outdoor HVAC units. Leaves and other debris can impact the performance of outdoor units. Maintain a minimum two-foot clearance to promote airflow and reduce strain on HVAC components.

- Insulate exposed pipes in basements, crawlspaces, attics and garages. To prevent frozen and burst pipes in unheated indoor spaces, install foam pipe insulation tubes around clean pipes.

- Schedule professional HVAC maintenance. A licensed HVAC technician can perform a seasonal furnace inspection of the entire system, including checking safety controls, electrical components, moving parts and carbon monoxide-related concerns.

"Taking action in fall can also help homeowners avoid scheduling delays," said Fuentes. "Once freezing weather arrives, service calls often increase as homeowners discover no-heat issues, frozen outdoor lines or equipment that has not been maintained since the previous winter."

Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air is offering $49 heating system tune-ups (including carbon monoxide safety check) throughout the month of September, helping Northern Virginia homeowners take proactive maintenance steps before cold weather arrives.

For more information on Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air, call (703) 783-4099 or visit www.cardinalplumbingva.com.

About Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air

Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air is a residential service company proudly assisting homeowners in Northern Virginia. For more than a decade, the company has been a trusted provider for plumbing installation and maintenance, as well as a full spectrum of heating and cooling services. Founded by a team of seasoned plumbers, Cardinal is known for high standards of quality and a robust commitment to homeowner satisfaction. Additional information about Cardinal Plumbing Heating & Air can be found at www.cardinalplumbingva.com.

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Axon Enterprise, Inc. (Nasdaq: AXON) ("Axon") announced today that it intends to offer, subject to market and other conditions, $1.0 billion aggregate principal amount of 0% convertible senior notes due 2031 (the "Notes") in a public offering registered under the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the "Act"). Axon also expects to grant the underwriters of the Notes an option to purchase for settlement within an 11-day period beginning on, and including, the first date on which the Notes are issued, up to an additional $150.0 million aggregate principal amount of Notes, solely to cover over-allotments, if any.

Goldman Sachs & Co. LLC, Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC, J.P. Morgan Securities LLC, RBC Capital Markets, LLC and Citigroup Global Markets Inc. are acting as joint lead book-running managers for the offering.

Use of Proceeds

Axon intends to use a portion of the net proceeds of the offering of the Notes to pay the cost of the capped call transactions described below. Axon expects to use the remaining net proceeds for general corporate purposes, which may include, among other things, providing capital to support Axon's growth and to acquire or invest in product lines, products, services or technologies, including through acquisitions of, or investments in, other businesses.

Additional Details of the Notes

The Notes will mature on September 15, 2031, unless earlier converted, redeemed or repurchased. The Notes will be senior, unsecured obligations of Axon and will not bear regular interest, and the principal amount of the Notes will not accrete.

Noteholders will have the right to convert their Notes in certain circumstances and during specified periods. Upon conversion, Axon will pay or deliver, as the case may be, cash, shares of Axon's common stock or a combination of cash and shares of Axon's common stock, at Axon's election. The initial conversion rate and other terms of the Notes are to be determined upon pricing of the offering.

If Axon undergoes certain corporate events that constitute a "fundamental change," then, subject to certain conditions and limited exceptions, holders may require Axon to repurchase for cash all or any portion of their Notes at a fundamental change repurchase price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the Notes to be repurchased, plus accrued and unpaid special interest, if any, to, but excluding, the fundamental change repurchase date.

In addition, subject to certain conditions, noteholders may require Axon to repurchase their Notes on March 20, 2031 at a repurchase price equal to the principal amount of the Notes to be repurchased, plus accrued and unpaid special interest, if any (a "holder repurchase option"). Axon may elect to satisfy all or a portion of its obligation with respect to the principal amount of the repurchase price for the holder repurchase option by issuing or delivering shares of Axon's common stock in certain circumstances, up to a specified maximum number of shares, with the remainder (if any) of the repurchase price payable in cash, subject to and in accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in the indenture governing the Notes.

Except in the case of a cleanup redemption (as defined below), on or after September 20, 2029, and before the 31st scheduled trading day immediately before the maturity date, Axon may redeem for cash all or any portion of the Notes (subject to certain limitations), at Axon's option, if the last reported sale price of Axon's common stock has been at least 130% of the conversion price then in effect for at least 20 trading days (whether or not consecutive) during any 30 consecutive trading day period (including the last trading day of such period) ending on, and including, the trading day immediately preceding the date on which Axon provides notice of redemption, at a redemption price equal to 100% of the principal amount of the Notes to be redeemed, plus accrued and unpaid special interest, if any, to, but excluding, the redemption date. Axon may also redeem for cash all, but not less than all, of the Notes at any time if the principal amount of Notes outstanding at such time is less than 10% of the aggregate principal amount of the Notes initially issued under the indenture (including any additional Notes issued pursuant to the underwriters' over-allotment option) (a "cleanup redemption").

Capped Call Transactions

In connection with the pricing of the Notes, Axon expects to enter into privately negotiated capped call transactions with one or more of the underwriters and/or their respective affiliates and/or other financial institutions (the "option counterparties"). The capped call transactions will cover, subject to anti-dilution adjustments substantially similar to those applicable to the Notes, the number of shares of Axon's common stock initially underlying the Notes. If the underwriters exercise their over-allotment option, then Axon expects to enter into additional capped call transactions with the option counterparties. The capped call transactions are expected generally to reduce the potential dilution to Axon's common stock upon any conversion of the Notes and/or offset any potential cash payments Axon is required to make in excess of the principal amount of converted Notes, as the case may be, with such reduction and/or offset subject to a cap. The cap price of the capped call transactions and the premium payable will be determined at the time of pricing of the offering.

Axon has been advised that, in connection with establishing their initial hedges of the capped call transactions, the option counterparties or their respective affiliates expect to enter into cash-settled over-the-counter derivative transactions with respect to Axon's common stock concurrently with, or shortly after, the pricing of the Notes and may unwind these cash-settled over-the-counter derivative transactions and purchase shares of Axon's common stock in open market transactions following the pricing of the Notes. This activity could increase (or reduce the size of any decrease in) the market price of Axon's common stock or the Notes at that time. In addition, the option counterparties or their respective affiliates may modify their hedge positions by entering into or unwinding various derivatives with respect to Axon's common stock and/or purchasing or selling shares of Axon's common stock or other securities issued by Axon in secondary market transactions following the pricing of the Notes and prior to the maturity of the Notes (and (x) are likely to do so during any observation period related to a conversion of the Notes, following any redemption of Notes by Axon or following any repurchase of Notes by Axon in connection with any fundamental change or holder repurchase option and (y) are likely to do so following any other repurchase of Notes by Axon, if Axon elects to unwind a corresponding portion of the capped call transactions in connection with such repurchase). This activity could also cause or avoid an increase or a decrease in the market price of Axon's common stock or the Notes, which could affect a noteholder's ability to convert the Notes and, to the extent the activity occurs during any observation period related to a conversion of the Notes or repurchase observation period related to an exercise of the holder repurchase option, it could affect the number of shares of Axon's common stock and value of the consideration that a noteholder will receive upon conversion or optional repurchase of the Notes.

In addition, if any such capped call transaction fails to become effective, whether or not the offering of the Notes is completed, the option counterparty party thereto may unwind its hedge positions with respect to Axon's common stock, which could adversely affect the value of Axon's common stock and, if the Notes have been issued, the value of the Notes.

About Axon

Axon (Nasdaq: AXON) is the global leader in public safety technology, relentlessly innovating to protect more lives in more places. Founder-led since 1993, Axon began with a mission to reimagine conflict in law enforcement and has grown into a global company serving everyone who takes on the responsibility of public safety, enterprise security, and national security — from first responders and governments to companies, frontline workers, and communities. Our trusted network connects TASER energy devices, cameras and sensors including body-worn, fixed and in-car cameras, drones and robotics, digital evidence and records management, real-time operations, immersive training, productivity tools, and AI-driven capabilities and insights. Designed to work seamlessly together, these solutions create a connected picture of safety that helps protect people and places with greater speed, clarity, and accountability.

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Axon, Axon 911, Axon Assistant, AI Era Plan, Axon Body, Axon Body Mini, Axon Ecosystem, Axon Evidence, Axon Fusus, Axon Auto-Transcribe, Dedrone, TASER, TASER 10, the Filled Bolt within Circle Logo and the Delta Logo are trademarks of Axon Enterprise, Inc., some of which are registered in the United States and other countries. All rights reserved.

Notice to Investors; Forward-Looking Statements

The offering is being made pursuant to an effective shelf registration statement on file with the Securities and Exchange Commission (the "SEC"). The offering will be made only by means of a prospectus supplement relating to the offering and an accompanying prospectus. An electronic copy of the preliminary prospectus supplement, together with the accompanying prospectus, is available on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov. Alternatively, copies of the preliminary prospectus supplement, together with the accompanying prospectus, can be obtained by contacting: Axon Enterprise, Inc.

- Christine Kay, MD, to present 4-year long-term follow-up data from the RESTORE Phase 2b/3 trial in retinitis pigmentosa patients

DALLAS, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nanoscope Therapeutics, Inc., a biotechnology company committed to developing and commercializing novel, disease-agnostic therapies for patients with photoreceptor loss and vision impairment due to retinal degeneration, today announced that Dr. Christine Kay, Director of Clinical Research and Retinal Genetics, Vitreoretinal Associates in Gainesville,will present 4-year data from Nanoscope's MCO-010 retinitis pigmentosa program at the 59th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Retina Society, taking place September 23-26, 2026, in Los Angeles, California.

Presentation Details:

Presentation Title: Lasting Vision Improvement With MCO-010 Optogenetic Therapy: REMAIN 4-Year Study Data From the RESTORE Phase 2b/3 Trial for Retinitis Pigmentosa

Presenter: Christine Kay, MD

Date & Time: Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 3:15 PM PT

Location: Fairmont Century Plaza Hotel, Los Angeles, California

Dr. Kay will present expanded long-term durability of patient benefit in patients treated with MCO-010 (sonpiretigene isteparvovec, MOGENRY®). These data demonstrate that MOGENRY®-dosed patients continue to maintain visual acuity gains long after treatment. MOGENRY® is the only program to demonstrate sustained restoration of visual acuity with long-term durability, and the BLA for MOGENRY® has been accepted and filed by the FDA.

About MOGENRY® (sonpiretigene isteparvovec; MCO-010)

Nanoscope's multi-characteristic opsin (MCO) technology utilizes a proprietary genetically engineered synthetic opsin to enable optimized performance in terms of high light sensitivity across a broad spectrum and fast kinetics. After Nanoscope's Co-Founder, President, and Chief Scientific Officer, Samarendra Mohanty, envisioned and invented the technology, his team has spent over a decade evaluating its performance across multiple animal models and human diseases. MOGENRY® is an investigational, one-time, in-office, intravitreal optogenetic gene therapy built on Nanoscope's MCO platform. By delivering a multi-characteristic opsin gene to the highly dense bipolar retinal cells, MOGENRY® makes these surviving cells directly light-sensitive, enabling them to utilize the remaining visual circuitry following photoreceptor loss. MOGENRY® does not require genetic testing, invasive surgery, or repeat dosing, and is designed for administration within existing retina office workflows.

About Nanoscope Therapeutics

Nanoscope Therapeutics is developing disease-agnostic, vision-restoring optogenetic therapy for millions of patients blinded by retinal degenerative diseases. Following positive results from the RESTORE Phase 2b/3 multicenter, randomized, double-masked, sham-controlled clinical trial for RP (NCT04945772), the FDA has accepted and filed the Company's BLA for MOGENRY®. If approved, MOGENRY® has the potential to become the standard of care for patients with RP, administered as a one-time, in-office injection without the need for genetic testing. The Company has also shown promising results in the STARLIGHT Phase 2 clinical trial of MCO-010 in Stargardt disease (SD) (NCT05417126) and plans to initiate a Phase 3 registrational trial in 2026. MCO-010 has received FDA Fast Track and Orphan Drug designations for both RP and SD, along with RMAT designation for SD, and EMA Orphan designations covering non-syndromic and syndromic rod- and cone-dominant dystrophies, as well as macular dystrophies. MCO-010 has also received Sakigake and Orphan designations for inherited retinal dystrophies (IRDs) in Japan and an Orphan designation for IRDs in Saudi Arabia. A Phase 2 program for MCO in geographic atrophy is expected to start in 2026, and other IND-ready programs include Leber congenital amaurosis (LCA).

Contact:

Nanoscope Therapeutics, Inc.

(817) 857-1186

[email protected]

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Leading Biotech Selects Veeva Vault CRM Globally

Agentic CRM foundation to help accelerate the delivery of innovative medicines to patients worldwide

PLEASANTON, Calif., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Veeva Systems (NYSE: VEEV) today announced that Amgen plans to deploy Veeva Vault CRM globally, building on a collaboration spanning more than a decade.

"Moving to Vault CRM will help accelerate our efforts to bring new therapies to patients globally with greater speed and agility," said Scott Skellenger, senior vice president and chief information officer at Amgen. "Veeva's deep understanding of life sciences, its continued focus on innovation, and our long-standing collaboration will help support Amgen in achieving these important goals."

"Vault CRM will provide the agentic commercial foundation to help Amgen deliver innovative medicines for some of the world's toughest diseases to millions of patients," said Matt Farrell, president, commercial strategy at Veeva. "We look forward to supporting Amgen as it launches important new therapies worldwide."

Vault CRM is part of the Vault CRM Suite, the technology foundation for agentic commercial, transforming how the industry engages with healthcare professionals (HCPs) to accelerate launch performance and improve patient outcomes. It includes the Agentic Call Report to generate Commercial Evidence and uncover previously hidden treatment barriers.

About Veeva Systems

Veeva delivers the industry cloud for life sciences with applications, agents, data, and consulting. Committed to innovation, product excellence, and customer success, Veeva serves more than 1,500 customers, ranging from the world's largest pharmaceutical companies to emerging biotechs. As a Public Benefit Corporation, Veeva is committed to balancing the interests of all stakeholders, including customers, employees, shareholders, and the industries it serves. For more information, visit veeva.com.

Veeva Forward-Looking Statements

This release contains forward-looking statements regarding Veeva's products and services and the expected results or benefits from use of our products and services. These statements are based on our current expectations. Actual results could differ materially from those provided in this release and we have no obligation to update such statements. There are numerous risks that have the potential to negatively impact our results, including the risks and uncertainties disclosed in our filing on Form 10-Q for the fiscal year ended July 31, 2026, which you can find here (a summary of risks which may impact our business can be found on pages 33 and 34), and in our subsequent SEC filings, which you can access at sec.gov.

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