Bojangles growth in Arizona and Nevada, a TA acquisition in Texas and a new Sbarro in Ohio extend the company's nationwide footprint.

LAS VEGAS, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LV Petroleum LLC closed out July with a series of restaurant openings, operational turnovers and a travel center acquisition across Arizona, Texas, Nevada and Ohio. The additions strengthened key brand partnerships and extended the company's ability to serve local communities, professional drivers and travelers nationwide.

On July 20, LV Petroleum opened Bojangles' first Arizona restaurant in Gilbert, serving the greater Phoenix market. The opening introduced Bojangles' signature chicken, made-from-scratch biscuits and Legendary Iced Tea® to a new state and marked another major step in LV Petroleum's partnership with the Carolina-born brand.

Three days later, on July 23, LV Petroleum acquired a travel center in Seminole, OK. The addition further expands the company's travel center network and supports its continued growth throughout Oklahoma, providing professional drivers and local motorists with another reliable destination for fuel, food and roadside services.

On July 29, LV Petroleum continued its Bojangles growth in Nevada by opening a new location at Rio. This addition builds on LV Petroleum's multi-unit development strategy.

July also included the opening of a Sbarro Pizza in Napoleon, Ohio, adding another familiar dining option to the company's Midwest portfolio and continuing a restaurant partnership that has expanded steadily across LV Petroleum locations nationwide.

"July reflects the strength of our diversified growth strategy," said Kris Roach, president and CEO of LV Petroleum. "Whether we are entering a new restaurant market, opening another location with a trusted brand or adding a travel center, our teams are focused on executing with consistency and creating a strong experience for every guest."

Earlier in July, LV Petroleum reported 90 travel centers and 221 restaurant locations nationwide, with a goal of reaching 100 travel centers. The Seminole acquisition and the month's restaurant additions continue that momentum while broadening the company's footprint in key markets.

About LV Petroleum:

LV Petroleum LLC is a leading developer and operator of travel centers, convenience stores, and quick-service restaurants throughout the United States. Founded in 2014 by Guy Madmon and Val Amiel, and headquartered in Las Vegas, Nevada, LV Petroleum operates over 90 travel center locations and 30 convenience stores. The company also operates over 30 different franchise brands, including Arby's, Bojangles, Dunkin', and Starbucks, among others, as well as TravelCenters of America (TA) locations. LV Petroleum is committed to providing exceptional services, innovative solutions, and memorable experiences for travelers and local communities alike. For more information, visit lvpetroleum.net.

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LAND O' LAKES, Fla., Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- FirstService Residential, North America's leading property management company, has been selected to manage Del Webb Bexley Community Association, a nearly 850-home active adult community in Land O' Lakes, Florida. The partnership brings a unified management structure to the community, overseeing association operations, resident services, amenities, lifestyle programming, and food & beverage under one accountable team, effective with the transition beginning October 1, 2026.

Del Webb Bexley offers residents a resort-style clubhouse, an on-site bistro and food & beverage operations, a fitness center with wellness programming, pickleball and tennis courts, a resort-style pool and outdoor gathering spaces, walking trails, and lifestyle and social programming designed specifically for active adults.

"Del Webb Bexley was seeking more than a management company. The board was looking for a true operating partner capable of aligning association management, lifestyle programming, amenity operations, and food & beverage services under one accountable team. As leaders in master-planned and lifestyle community management, FirstService Residential brings both sides of the equation together," said Rada Kleyman, business development director at FirstService Residential. "Our experience managing large-scale active adult communities, combined with our local leadership, hospitality expertise, and technology platform, positioned us to help preserve the exceptional resident experience that makes Del Webb Bexley one of the premier 55+ communities in Florida. We're not only management experts, we're experts in lifestyle."

As part of the partnership, FirstService Residential will provide both full-service association management and lifestyle & amenities activation, including oversight of food & beverage operations, bringing governance, financial stewardship, hospitality, and resident engagement together under a single, accountable team.

"Our goal is to support the board and residents by bringing operational consistency, strong financial stewardship, and an elevated resident experience to Del Webb Bexley. By integrating management, lifestyle, amenity, and food & beverage operations under one team, we can create greater accountability, streamline communication, and ensure the community continues to deliver the high-quality lifestyle residents expect,"

commented Brent Reynolds, president of master-planned communities at FirstService Residential.

The partnership emphasizes resident experience, operational transparency, financial oversight, vendor accountability, and the long-term preservation of the community's values: the science that makes an amenity-rich community work, and the art that makes it matter.

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Exclusive forum at Cameo Beverly Hills on October 7 will feature senior women leaders from Marriott International, Delta Air Lines, FIFA World Cup 2026 Los Angeles, The Music Center and the culinary industry

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hozpitality Group, a global hospitality networking, recruitment and media platform, today announced the Hozpitality Women Leadership Forum 2026, an exclusive leadership gathering scheduled for Wednesday, October 7, 2026, from 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM at Cameo Beverly Hills.

Centered around the theme "Breaking Barriers & Building Success: How Women Leaders Are Shaping the Future of Hospitality & Tourism," the forum will bring together accomplished leaders and senior professionals from hospitality, travel, tourism, aviation, sports, entertainment, food and beverage, arts and culture for an afternoon of meaningful conversation, inspiration and high-level networking.

The event is expected to host a curated audience of approximately 50–80 senior industry leaders, professionals and invited media representatives.

An Exceptional Leadership Panel

The forum will feature an influential group of women leaders representing some of the most recognized organizations and sectors in Los Angeles and beyond.

The panel will be moderated by Jackie Filla, President & CEO of the Hotel Association of Los Angeles (HALA).

Confirmed panel speakers include:

- Heather Allison, Vice President, Luxury Sales | Western Region, Marriott International

- Susan Feniger, Chef-Owner, Mundo Hospitality Group

- Brandy Thigpen, Host City Director, FIFA World Cup 2026 – Los Angeles

- Dana Debel, Managing Director, State & Local Government Affairs, Delta Air Lines

- Rachel S. Moore, President & CEO, The Music Center, Performing Arts Center of Los Angeles County

Laura Stomber, Founder of House of Stombs, will serve as the Event Presenter.

"Los Angeles is home to some of the world's most dynamic leaders across hospitality, tourism, travel, entertainment, sports and business," said Raj Bhatt, Founder & CEO of Hozpitality Group. "Through this forum, we want to bring exceptional women leaders together to share their experiences, discuss the opportunities and challenges shaping our industries, and inspire the next generation of leaders."

Breaking Barriers and Building the Future

The featured leadership conversation will explore the experiences, challenges and defining moments that have shaped the careers of the panelists, while examining the future of leadership in rapidly evolving industries.

Key discussion themes will include:

- Leadership journeys and defining career moments

- Breaking barriers and overcoming professional challenges

- The changing role of leadership in hospitality, travel and tourism

- Creating stronger career pathways for women

- Attracting, developing and retaining future talent

- The skills and mindset required for tomorrow's leaders

- Collaboration across hospitality, aviation, tourism, sports, entertainment and culture

- Advice and inspiration for the next generation of leaders

"Strong leadership is about creating opportunities for others and helping them believe in what is possible," said Vandana (Vee) Bhatt, Co-Founder & Managing Director of Hozpitality Group. "We are proud to create a platform where influential women can share their stories and insights while bringing together leaders from across different industries for meaningful conversations and connections."

Event Agenda

The program will begin with welcome networking and refreshments, followed by a welcome address from Vandana (Vee) Bhatt and the featured panel discussion.

The afternoon will also include an interactive audience Q&A session and conclude with cocktails and networking.

3:00 PM – 3:30 PM: Welcome Networking

3:30 PM – 3:45 PM: Welcome Address

3:45 PM – 4:45 PM: Featured Leadership Panel

4:45 PM – 5:15 PM: Audience Q&A

5:15 PM – 6:00 PM: Cocktails & Networking

Continuing Hozpitality's U.S. Leadership Expansion

The Hozpitality Women Leadership Forum follows Hozpitality Group's recent expansion of its leadership and industry networking initiatives in the United States, including the inaugural Hozpitality's Best GM Powerlist – California 2026, which recognized leading General Managers across the state.

The upcoming forum continues the company's efforts to create meaningful platforms for industry recognition, leadership dialogue, professional networking and collaboration across the U.S. hospitality and tourism sectors.

Attendance at the forum will be curated, with limited capacity. Selected sponsorship and partnership opportunities are also available for organizations interested in supporting leadership, professional development and industry collaboration.

For event information, attendance inquiries or partnership opportunities, please contact:

About Hozpitality Group

Hozpitality Group is a global networking, recruitment, media and professional recognition platform serving the hospitality industry. Through its platforms, including Hozpitality.com and Hozpitalityplus.com, the company connects hospitality professionals, employers, industry leaders and business partners through recruitment, networking, news, events, awards, Powerlists and professional development initiatives.

With a global community of more than 1.3 million hospitality professionals, Hozpitality serves hotels, restaurants, management companies, suppliers and industry professionals across North America, the Middle East, Asia, Africa and other international markets.

For more information, please visit Hozpitality.com.

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BOSTON, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wellness Workdays, a leading provider of workplace wellness solutions, is proud to announce that its CEO and Founder, Debra Wein, will speak at the National Safety Council (NSC) Safety Congress & Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana, on September 15. Wein will lead a session titled, "Transforming Safety and Wellbeing into a Competitive Business Advantage."

The session will examine how organizations can move beyond viewing workplace safety and employee wellbeing as compliance or cost centers and instead leverage them as strategic drivers of business performance. Wein will explore how data-driven, integrated wellness and safety strategies can help organizations reduce injury and health-related costs, improve productivity, strengthen employee engagement and retention, and support long-term profitability.

"Safety and well-being are no longer separate from business strategy—they are essential to it," said Debra Wein, CEO and Founder of Wellness Workdays. "When organizations take a comprehensive, data-driven approach to employee health and safety, they can create healthier and more productive workforces while also improving business outcomes. The organizations that recognize this connection and act on it will be better positioned to attract and retain talent, manage costs, and gain a competitive advantage."

Drawing on more than two decades of experience developing and implementing workplace health programs, Wein will share practical strategies and real-world insights for connecting employee wellbeing with safety performance and measurable business results. The session will highlight the importance of integrating physical health, mental and behavioral health, injury prevention, and population health management into a comprehensive approach to workforce wellbeing.

The 2026 NSC Safety Congress & Expo brings together more than 12,500 safety, health, and environmental professionals for education, networking, and access to the latest technologies, products, and services shaping the industry. With educational sessions ranging from introductory to advanced topics and more than 1,000 exhibiting companies, the event provides attendees with opportunities to explore emerging safety and health solutions and connect with industry leaders.

Learn more about the event and register to attend at https://2026congress.nsc.org/home.

About Wellness Workdays

Wellness Workdays is a leading provider of integrated, outcome-based workplace health solutions that help employers improve workforce health, reduce healthcare and injury-related costs, and strengthen business performance. We partner with organizations across high-risk industrial environments, including construction and manufacturing, as well as corporate and professional workforces such as education, financial, and pharmaceutical settings. With more than two decades of experience, our customized onsite and virtual programs integrate physical health, mental and behavioral health, injury prevention, and population health management to deliver measurable results.

A Certified Woman-Owned Business Enterprise, Wellness Workdays has earned industry recognition and best-practice awards for work with organizations such as New Balance, Turner Construction, Skanska USA Building, Shawmut Design & Construction, McCarthy Building, Messer, Brown University, the Maine Department of Transportation, Rockland Trust Bank, the Maine Bankers Association, and Harvard Business School.

Visit us at http://www.wellnessworkdays.com and follow us on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Instagram.

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ПЕКИН и ФЛОРЕНЦИЯ, Италия, 3 сентября 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Компания Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals («Gan & Lee»; биржевой код: 603087.SH) объявила о заключении эксклюзивного лицензионного соглашения с многонациональной биофармацевтической компанией The Menarini Group («Menarini»). В соответствии с соглашением стороны будут сотрудничать в области регистрации и коммерциализации независимо разработанного агониста рецептора глюкагоноподобного пептида-1 (GLP-1 RA) Gan & Lee, бофанглутида (код разработки: GZR18), который разрабатывается для лечения взрослых с ожирением или избыточной массой тела и вводится один раз в две недели.

В соответствии с соглашением Gan & Lee имеет право на получение авансового платежа в размере 62 миллионов евро, поэтапных платежей на общую сумму до 664 миллионов евро и двузначных роялти за чистые продажи на лицензированной территории. Совокупная потенциальная стоимость сделки составляет до 726 миллионов евро без учета роялти.

Menarini будет отвечать за подачу нормативных документов и коммерциализацию на лицензированной территории в общей сложности в 39 странах: 27 государств-членов Европейского Союза; Великобритания, Швейцария, Норвегия, Исландия, Лихтенштейн и балканские страны.

Это соглашение знаменует собой стратегическую веху в миссии Menarini по расширению своего присутствия в метаболическом пространстве, критической области, которая затрагивает все более широкое население нуждающихся пациентов.

Бофанглутид — это китайский исследуемый препарат класса 1, независимо разработанный Gan & Lee. Его ключевой особенностью является режим подкожного введения один раз в две недели, который снижает частоту введения на 50% по сравнению с РА GLP-1 один раз в неделю. Базовое исследование фазы 3 в Китае и исследование фазы 2 в США по управлению весом у взрослых с ожирением или избыточным весом соответствовали своим первичным конечным точкам, демонстрируя эффективность снижения веса и согласованный профиль переносимости с другими препаратами класса GLP-1RA.

Gan & Lee рассматривает бофанглутид как флагманский продукт своего инновационного конвейера и продвигает его регистрацию и коммерциализацию через глобальные партнерства. Menarini будет представлять собой стратегического партнера для расширения присутствия бофанглутида на строго регулируемых рынках, ускоряя потенциал развития такого стратегического актива в глобальном масштабе.

Заглядывая в будущее, компания Gan & Lee активно продвигает глобальный план разработки бофанглутида и намерена инициировать глобальную программу клинических исследований фазы 3 для поддержки регистрации в Европе и на других строго регулируемых рынках. Компания продолжит расширять свое глобальное присутствие за счет инновационных исследований и разработок и высококачественных продуктов.

Комментируя соглашение, д-р Вэй Чэнь (Wei Chen), председатель и генеральный директор Gan & Lee, сказал: «Это партнерство открывает ключевой путь для выхода бофанглутида на европейский рынок и знаменует собой еще одну веху в трансформации Gan & Lee — от лидера в области инсулина до глобального новатора в области метаболических заболеваний. Объединяя опыт Gan & Lee в области клинических разработок, производства и поставок с сильными сторонами Menarini в стратегии регулирования и коммерческом исполнении, мы стремимся предоставить альтернативную терапию миллионам людей, живущих с ожирением или избыточным весом на территориях».

Эльчин Баркер Эргун (Elcin Barker Ergun), генеральный директор группы Menarini, сказала: «Результаты клинических исследований бофанглутида до сих пор демонстрировали снижение веса, вторичные метаболические преимущества и профиль безопасности, соответствующий ожиданиям для этого класса, в то время как его режим дозирования один раз в две недели дает возможность для дифференциации. Мы с нетерпением ожидаем тесного сотрудничества с Gan & Lee для успешного завершения дальнейших ключевых исследований, чтобы донести этот потенциальный новый вариант до пациентов на всех наших территориях, используя установленные возможности и ноу-хау Menarini».

С точки зрения глобальной стратегии это соглашение представляет собой важную веху для обеих компаний. Для Gan & Lee оно знаменует собой расширение географии своего инновационного средства доставки, что еще больше укрепляет присутствие на строго регулируемых рынках. Для компании Menarini партнерство является важным шагом в ее миссии по расширению своего присутствия в метаболическом пространстве и ускорению пути к инновациям в области первичной и специализированной медицинской помощи.

Это лицензионное соглашение представляет собой еще одну важную веху в дальнейшем продвижении глобальной стратегии Gan & Lee. Будучи ведущей европейской фармацевтической компанией с глубоким опытом работы на рынке и налаженной коммерческой сетью, Menarini является идеальным партнером для бофанглутида в Европе. Благодаря тесному сотрудничеству Gan & Lee и Menarini стремятся эффективно продвигать эту дифференцированную исследуемую медицину и расширять доступ для пациентов.

О бофанглутиде

Бофанглутид (GZR18) представляет собой исследуемый агонист рецептора глюкагоноподобного пептида-1 длительного действия (GLP-1 RA), независимо разработанный Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals. В настоящее время он находится в клинической разработке в соответствии с графиком введения один раз в две недели для контроля веса у взрослых, живущих с ожирением или избыточным весом, сахарным диабетом 2 типа (СД2) и другими метаболическими состояниями. Бофанглутид является исследуемым соединением; его безопасность и эффективность не были установлены или разрешены Европейским агентством по лекарственным средствам (EMA) или другими органами здравоохранения, и он не одобрен для коммерческого распространения.

О Gan & Lee

Gan & Lee Pharmaceuticals — высокотехнологичная биофармацевтическая компания, которая первой в Китае освоила промышленные технологии производства аналогов рекомбинантного инсулина. Компания создала комплексный портфель биологических исследований и разработок. Заглядывая в будущее, Gan & Lee стремится к достижению всеобъемлющего охвата в области лечения диабета и ожирения и дальнейшему укреплению своих конкурентных позиций в этой терапевтической области. Компания также будет активно заниматься разработкой инновационных химических препаратов и биопрепаратов, уделяя стратегическое внимание метаболическим заболеваниям, сердечно-сосудистым заболеваниям, иммунологическим заболеваниям и другим терапевтическим направлениям. www.ganlee.com

О компании Menarini Group

Группа Menarini со штаб-квартирой во Флоренции на сегодняшний день присутствует в 140 странах мира с консолидированным оборотом в 4,88 млрд евро и более чем 17 000 сотрудников. Продукты Menarini присутствуют в наиболее важных областях лечения, включая кардиометаболические, онкологические, гастроэнтерологические, диабетологические, пневмологические и противовоспалительные/анальгетические продукты. Благодаря своей приверженности исследованиям и разработкам и высококачественной производственной деятельности Menarini постоянно вносит свой вклад в здоровье пациентов во всем мире, поддерживая самые высокие стандарты качества. www.menarini.com

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Palm Beach Illustrated magazine has named 21 attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, P.A.'s West Palm Beach office to its 2026 "Top Lawyers" list.

The selection process includes an online peer-review survey conducted by Palm Beach Illustrated in partnership with Professional Research Services to determine the top lawyers in the region, according to the publication. Attorneys receiving the highest number of votes are named to the "Top Lawyers" list, published annually in Palm Beach Illustrated.

"This recognition is a testament to the outstanding caliber of attorneys who practice in our West Palm Beach office and the collaborative culture that defines Greenberg Traurig," West Palm Beach Managing Shareholder Tracy L. Gerber said. "Having served this market for more than 40 years, we are excited about the continued growth of Palm Beach County and remain deeply invested in supporting the people, businesses, and organizations that make it such a dynamic place to live and work. Our recent commitment to a new office at 15 CityPlace in West Palm Beach reflects our confidence in the future of this market and our dedication to serving it for many more years to come."

The following attorneys are recognized by the magazine as "Top Lawyers" for the listed practice areas:

- Charles J. Abrams: Real Estate Law

- Bridget A. Berry: Class Action/Mass Torts; Labor and Employment Law

- Beth A. Black: Securities/Capital Markets Law

- C. Wade Bowden: Business Litigation; Commercial Litigation

- Patrick G. Broderick: Banking and Finance Law

- Joseph C. Coates III: Administrative/Regulatory Law; Securities Regulation

- Michael K. Dixon: Intellectual Property Law

- Tracy L. Gerber: Securities Regulation

- Laurie L. Gildan: Commercial Litigation; Real Estate Law

- Phillip C. Gildan: Public Finance Law

- Natalie Hap: Securities Regulation

- Robert R. Kane III: Business Litigation; Construction Law

- Bradford D. Kaufman: Securities Regulation

- Marcia H. Langley: Real Estate Law

- Brandon Leon: Corporate Law

- Craig T. McClung: Tax Law

- Michael A. Nicodema: Intellectual Property Law

- Taylor N. Patton: Commercial Litigation

- Bruce C. Rosetto: Corporate Law

- Stephen D. Sanford: Public Finance Law

- Adam R. Seligman: Real Estate Law

About Greenberg Traurig: Greenberg Traurig, LLP has approximately 3,200 lawyers across 51 locations in the United States, Europe, the Middle East, Latin America, and Asia. The firm's broad geographic and practice range enables the delivery of innovative and strategic legal services across borders and industries. Recognized as a 2025 BTI "Best of the Best Recommended Law Firm" by general counsel for trust and relationship management, Greenberg Traurig is consistently ranked among the top firms on the Am Law Global 100, NLJ 500, and Law360 400. Greenberg Traurig is also known for its philanthropic giving, culture, innovation, and pro bono work. Web: www.gtlaw.com.

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Hisense представляет «Жизнь компаньона» с искусственным интеллектом на IFA 2026

БЕРЛИН, 3 сентября 2026 г. /PRNewswire/ -- Компания Hisense, ведущий мировой бренд в области потребительской электроники и бытовой техники, демонстрирует свое видение «жизни компаньона» на выставке IFA 2026 под девизом «Инновации для более яркой жизни», внедряя ИИ в повседневную жизнь с помощью V AIOS и AI Companion Suite.

В центре находится V AIOS, следующая эволюция ОС VIDAA, построенная вокруг четырех основных возможностей ИИ: чувствовать, думать, общаться и выполнять. Вместе эти возможности позволяют V AIOS ощущать людей, устройства и их окружение, понимать контекст и намерения, естественным образом общаться между людьми и устройствами, а также координировать контент, устройства и услуги для принятия мер от имени пользователя. Результатом является более интуитивная и ориентированная на человека основа для разумной жизни.

Основываясь на этом фундаменте ИИ, AI Companion Suite объединяет интеллект в трех повседневных областях: кулинария, стирка, воздух и энергия. На кухне интеллект объединяется по всему пространству, чтобы сделать приготовление пищи легким. Понимая индивидуальные предпочтения в еде, доступные ингредиенты и контекст, кухня может координировать работу холодильника, духовки и других приборов, чтобы рекомендовать, что приготовить, и направлять процесс приготовления — превращая то, что находится в холодильнике, в ужин, приготовленный специально для вас.

В стирке тот же интеллект помогает убрать случайности из ухода за одеждой, распознавая ткани и координируя стирку и сушку для того, чтобы правильно обращаться с каждым предметом. В жилом пространстве UR9 служит воротами в подключенный дом, объединяя комфорт и управление энергией для адаптации воздушного потока и домашней среды вокруг людей и условий.

Вместе эти инновации демонстрируют, как ИИ может выйти за рамки отдельных интеллектуальных устройств и стать более активной, персонализированной и легкой частью повседневной жизни.

Помимо дома, компания Hisense также объявила о своем партнерстве с UEFA EURO 2028, отмечая свое четвертое подряд партнерство в рамках чемпионата Европы по футболу после сотрудничества в турнирах 2016, 2020 и 2024 годов. От повседневной жизни до глобальных спортивных моментов Hisense продолжает воплощать в жизнь свое видение «Инновации для более яркой жизни» с помощью технологий, которые сближают людей.

О компании Hisense

Компания Hisense, основанная в 1969 году, является признанным мировым лидером в области бытовой техники и потребительской электроники, работая в более чем 180 странах мира, и специализируется на выпуске высококачественных мультимедийных изделий, бытовой техники и интеллектуальных ИТ-решений. По данным Omdia, Hisense занимает первое место в мире в сегменте телевизоров с диагональю от 100 дюймов (с 2023 года по 1-й квартал 2026 года). Как родоначальник технологии RGB MiniLED, компания Hisense остается лидером разработки и внедрения решений RGB MiniLED следующего поколения. Являясь официальным спонсором Чемпионата по футболу FIFA World Cup 2026TM, компания Hisense стремится к глобальному спортивному партнерству как способу общения с аудиторией во всем мире.

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Ongoing AI Investment Momentum Drove Back-to-Back Quarters of Record Results

MILPITAS, Calif., Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SEMI, the industry association advancing the global semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain, today announced in its Worldwide Semiconductor Equipment Market Statistics (WWSEMS) report that global semiconductor equipment billings increased 23% year-over-year to US$40.53 billion in the second quarter of 2026. Second quarter 2026 billings registered an 11% quarter-over-quarter growth.

The results mark a second consecutive record quarter, reflecting accelerating demand for technology and capacity solutions to support AI investments momentum as well as global buildout of AI computing infrastructure.

"The second consecutive quarter of record semiconductor equipment billings reflects the industry's sustained investment in the advanced manufacturing capacity needed to support rising chip demand, particularly for AI infrastructure," said Ajit Manocha, SEMI President and CEO. "Growth across Asia, North America and Europe underscores the global nature of this demand and the critical role of semiconductor manufacturing in enabling the next wave of AI-driven innovation."

Compiled from data submitted by members of SEMI and the Semiconductor Equipment Association of Japan (SEAJ), the WWSEMS report is a summary of the monthly billings figures for the global semiconductor equipment industry.

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SEMI® is the global industry association connecting over 4,000 companies and 1.5 million professionals worldwide across the semiconductor and electronics design and manufacturing supply chain. We accelerate member collaboration on solutions to top industry challenges through Advocacy, Workforce Development, Sustainability, Supply Chain Management and other programs. Our SEMICON® expositions and events, technology communities, standards and market intelligence help advance our members' business growth and innovations in design, devices, equipment, materials, services and software, enabling smarter, faster, more secure electronics. Visit www.semi.org, contact a regional office, and connect with SEMI on LinkedIn and X to learn more.

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Acquisition Adds Approximately 5,400 Water and 5,400 Wastewater Customers; $35 Million in Planned Infrastructure Investments

JOPLIN, Mo., Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Missouri American Water today completed its acquisition of the City of Neosho's water and wastewater systems for $34.5 million. The newly acquired systems serve approximately 5,400 water and 5,400 wastewater customers. Additionally, Missouri American Water is welcoming 25 employees who have proudly provided service to these customers prior to the acquisition.

The agreement for the purchase of the systems was unanimously approved by Neosho City Council on August 19, 2025, and the Missouri Public Service Commission (PSC) approved the acquisition on June 24, 2026. The agreement highlights Missouri American Water's commitment to deliver safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services by making necessary system investments and improving operational efficiency for this community.

"The decision to sell Neosho's water and wastewater systems was made after careful consideration of the long-term needs of our residents and the significant investment required to maintain and improve these critical systems," said Neosho Mayor Tom Workman. "This acquisition positions our community to benefit from experienced utility operations, planned infrastructure improvements and continued focus on safe, reliable water and wastewater service. We appreciate the company's commitment to a smooth transition for customers and to making the investments needed to support Neosho now and into the future."

As part of the agreement and subject to approval by the PSC, Missouri American Water will invest approximately $35 million dollars in the Neosho water and wastewater systems over the next five years. The upgrades include facility improvements, replacement of water and wastewater mains, and the integration of technology to prioritize leak detection and wastewater treatment compliance with federal and state standards. Anticipated improvements also include the identification and replacement of all lead and galvanized steel service lines, replacing and upgrading aging water mains, and replacement of the Buffalo Creek lift station. Additional projects will be identified as Missouri American Water continues its analysis of the systems.

"We are honored to begin serving the City of Neosho as their water and wastewater provider, and our dedicated team of experienced professionals look forward to providing them with excellent service and becoming a part of their community," said Rich Svindland, President of Missouri American Water. "We are well positioned to modernize critical infrastructure, remove lead and galvanized service lines, and enhance quality and increase reliability."

High-quality customer service will remain a priority for Missouri American Water, which was recently ranked highest in customer satisfaction among large utilities in the Midwest by J.D.

Power. Residents will receive additional information in the mail from Missouri American Water in the coming weeks, and the information is also available now on a new, dedicated webpage on the company's website at missouriamwater.com under Customer Service and Billing, then select For New Customers.

Neosho residents will be able to take advantage of the company's customer service benefits, including online account management and billing information. Missouri American Water also provides customer assistance through its H20 Help to Others program for qualifying customers needing help paying their water and wastewater bills.

About American Water

American Water (NYSE: AWK) is the largest regulated water and wastewater utility company in the United States. With a history dating back to 1886 and celebrating 140 years in 2026, We Keep Life Flowing® by providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable drinking water and wastewater services to approximately 14 million people with regulated operations in 14 states and on 19 military installations. American Water's approximately 7,000 talented professionals leverage their significant expertise and the company's national size and scale to achieve excellent outcomes for the benefit of customers, employees, investors and other stakeholders. For more information, visit amwater.com and join American Water on LinkedIn, Facebook, X and Instagram.

About Missouri American Water

Missouri American Water, a subsidiary of American Water, is the largest regulated water utility in the state with over 700 dedicated employees working to provide safe, clean, reliable and affordable water and wastewater services to approximately 1.7 million people. For more, visit missouriamwater.com and follow Missouri American Water on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube and LinkedIn.

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Tri-band RF system advances for KSAT's next-generation HYPER relay network

WASHINGTON, Sept. 3, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lyntris Inc. (NYSE: LYNX), a defense technology company delivering sense-to-act connectivity solutions for the modern connected battlespace has completed Critical Design Review (CDR) for the tri-band antenna system in development for Kongsberg Satellite Services (KSAT)'s two-satellite Hyperion mission, marking a key milestone as the program advances toward hardware integration, qualification, and flight.

Hyperion is the pathfinder for HYPER, KSAT's next-generation hybrid RF and optical relay network designed to extend global connectivity into orbit. The architecture will enable spacecraft to move mission data through relay satellites when direct ground-station access is unavailable, reducing latency and increasing access to time-sensitive information.

Delivering tri-band performance in a single antenna system is a demanding engineering problem. Each frequency band has to be tightly controlled — filtering out unwanted signals, isolating the bands from each other, and minimizing signal loss. But optimizing for one band can easily degrade performance in another. Meeting those requirements for all three simultaneously, inside a compact, space-qualified envelope, leaves little room for error.

That difficulty compounds when the design moves from RF engineering into flight hardware, and the completed system then has to be validated in test facilities capable of characterizing performance across all three bands at once, a capability few organizations maintain in-house.

Completion of CDR as planned demonstrates the technical maturity of the design and reflects the close engineering partnership between Lyntris and KSAT as both teams move toward flight hardware.

Lyntris brings RF engineering, manufacturing, system integration, and multi-band testing together under one roof. That combination — along with proprietary design and process IP — is what allows a design as demanding as the tri-band antenna to move from requirements to flight hardware.

"Hyperion is an important step toward a more connected and resilient space architecture," said Madison Dye, Lyntris' Vice President of C5ISR. "We're proud to partner with KSAT and provide the advanced RF technology needed to make that architecture work. Completing CDR on schedule demonstrates our ability to move complex antenna systems from requirements to flight-ready hardware with speed and discipline."

About Lyntris

Lyntris is a defense technology company delivering sense-to-act connectivity solutions for the modern, connected battlespace. Combining differentiated hardware, software and mission expertise, Lyntris helps customers detect threats earlier, decide faster and act with precision in contested, multi-domain environments.

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This press release contains "forward-looking statements" within the meaning of Section 27A of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended, and Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended. These forward-looking statements are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Forward-looking statements generally can be identified by the use of forward-looking terminology such as "expect," "believe," "anticipate," "may," "could," "intend," "plan," "estimate," "target," "predict," "project," "will," "should," "forecast," "outlook" or similar expressions, or by discussion of strategies, plans or intentions.

Forward-looking statements in this press release include, but are not limited to, statements regarding: the expected timeline and progress of the Hyperion antenna program; the anticipated technical performance and capabilities of the tri-band antenna system; expected production and delivery schedules; the role of the antenna in KSAT's HYPER relay network architecture; Lyntris' ability to move complex antenna systems from requirements to flight-ready hardware; statements regarding Lyntris' manufacturing, integration and qualification capabilities; and the potential for expanded business opportunities.

These statements are based on current expectations, estimates, assumptions and projections of Lyntris' management and are neither predictions nor guarantees of future events, circumstances or performance. Forward-looking statements are inherently subject to known and unknown risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could cause actual results to differ materially from those expressed or implied by such statements. Important factors that could cause actual results to differ materially from those discussed in the forward-looking statements include, without limitation: dependence on KSAT's program decisions, priorities, funding and continued support for the Hyperion demonstration mission and HYPER relay network; technical risks inherent in developing, qualifying, integrating and operating space-qualified hardware; the risk that completion of CDR does not guarantee successful qualification, integration or flight; the competitive environment for RF and antenna technologies; supply chain disruptions, shortages or constraints affecting specialized materials and components; schedule delays, technical challenges or cost overruns in complex space and defense programs; uncertainties in U.S. government and commercial space budgets, appropriations and customer spending; changes in applicable laws, regulations or government procurement policies; and other factors described under "Risk Factors" and elsewhere in Lyntris' filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including its registration statement on Form S-1, as amended, copies of which are available free of charge on the SEC's website at www.sec.gov under Lyntris Inc.

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