WALTHAM, Mass., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Beacon Interactive Systems announced today that CEO and Co-founder ML Mackey has been named to the newly formed Massachusetts Small Business Development Center (MSBDC) Statewide Advisory Council.

The council is comprised of business, government, economic development and community leaders helping to guide the MSBDC's work with entrepreneurs and growing businesses across the Commonwealth. Established as part of the organization's five-year strategic plan, the council will advise MSBDC leadership on the emerging needs of small businesses, opportunities for collaboration and programs that support industry growth.

"Massachusetts has an extraordinary community of entrepreneurs, but turning a promising idea into a sustainable business takes more than ingenuity," said Mackey. "It takes access to the right guidance, connections and opportunities at each stage of growth. I've seen what small businesses can accomplish when those pieces come together, especially when new technologies move beyond the prototype and into real-world use. I'm excited to work with the MSBDC and my fellow council members to help more entrepreneurs make that journey."

As Beacon's CEO, Mackey has championed the utility of small business innovation and its power to transition cutting edge technologies into operational use. She serves on the Executive Committee of the National Defense Industrial Association Board, is a past Chair of the National Small Business Association, a past member of the Small Business Administration's Invention and Innovation Advisory Committee and the National Academies of Sciences Army Science & Technology Roundtable.

Beacon is a U.S. digital innovator accelerating the transition of technology impact into tactical advantage for the Department of War, its partners and allies. Beacon has combined commercial-sector expertise, deep defense knowledge and an end-user driven approach to develop and deploy mission-proven digital solutions to increase readiness, operational capacity and command visibility at scale. Today, Beacon's products are deployed on over 250 U.S. Navy vessels and across 19 ship classes. By delivering technology with an instinct for warfighter needs and the real-time insight needed to make informed decisions, Beacon helps defense organizations transition innovation into mission impact.

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ATS Energy Secures New Investment to Accelerate Commercial Deployment and Meet Growing Demand for Waste-Heat Power Technology

Following rapid expansion of its customer pipeline and growing market demand, the Earthshot Prize winner is advancing manufacturing and preparing its first commercial Solid-State Generator for deployment in 2027.

LOVELAND, Colo., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ATS Energy, developer of breakthrough technology that converts industrial waste heat directly into electricity, today announced the closing of a new financing round to advance commercial production of its Solid-State Generator (SSG) technology.

ATS has demonstrated its technology, developed a significant commercial pipeline, and expanded its leadership and operational capabilities. The company is now building the production capabilities required to deliver on that pipeline, and this investment enables the transition.

The new capital will support production of ATS's proprietary thermoelectric cartridges, a core component of its Solid-State Generators, and completion of its first commercial unit, targeted for deployment by mid-2027. The financing will shorten the time required to produce and deliver subsequent installations as customer demand grows.

From Breakthrough Technology to Commercial Production

Industrial facilities generate enormous quantities of waste heat, much of which is released into the environment without producing additional value. ATS has developed a solid-state technology that converts this otherwise wasted thermal energy directly into usable electricity without turbines or moving parts.

The company's next phase centers on translating that innovation into commercial production.

"We have spent years building a proven track record of breakthrough technology," said Doug Hudson, Chief Executive Officer of ATS Energy. "What has developed over the past year is that markets are moving toward ATS Energy. We've moved well beyond early interest to commercial commitments, active proposals and a pipeline that continues to expand across multiple industrial sectors. That puts us in a tremendous position to meet the moment in delivering energy to industry. This investment responds to real commercial opportunity, and it positions ATS Energy to scale production, meet customer demand faster, and drive commercial deployments."

Building a Capital-Efficient Manufacturing Operation

Rather than investing heavily in its own manufacturing facilities, ATS is developing a production model supported by specialized contract-manufacturing partners. The strategy is designed to leverage established manufacturing capabilities, limit capital expenditures and provide a scalable foundation for future production.

ATS has also strengthened its technical and commercial leadership, including the addition of Chief Technology Officer Edward Ganja to help guide the company's transition to commercial manufacturing.

Together, these investments support ATS's objective of deploying its first commercial generator and beginning revenue-generating operations in 2027, while developing the production capabilities needed to support additional customer installations.

"We are scaling manufacturing with the discipline required for commercial-grade industrial deployment moving beyond proof-of-concept to deliver mission-critical equipment," said Terry Hill, Chief Operating Officer of ATS Energy. "We've been building the supply chain, identifying the right manufacturing partners and putting the processes in place to move toward repeatable production. By leveraging contract manufacturing, we can focus our capital on the technology, the product and our customers rather than building factories. Just as importantly, we're working to reduce the time between installations so we can respond to the demand we're seeing in the market."

Building on Rapid Commercial Momentum

Since completing its initial friends-and-family financing in 2025, ATS Energy has experienced a rapid acceleration in market interest, moving from early commercial development toward building a substantial pipeline of opportunities across energy-intensive industries.

That momentum has created an opportunity to accelerate the company's commercialization timeline. Rather than waiting for demand to mature, ATS is now moving to scale commercialization to meet growing energy demands.

For ATS, this investment represents more than additional capital. It marks a shift from developing a breakthrough technology to building a business positioned to deliver it at commercial scale.

Building on Global Recognition

ATS was awarded the 2024 Earthshot Prize in the Fix Our Climate category, recognizing the potential of its technology to address one of industry's largest sources of wasted energy. The company has been building recognition within the global energy community, including receiving second place in the Innovations for Traditional Energy, Electricity & the Grid category at the 2026 Energy Venture Day and Pitch Competition during CERAWeek. As industrial operators seek greater energy efficiency, reliable on-site power and lower operating costs, ATS is working to establish waste-heat-to-electricity conversion as a new source of industrial power.

About ATS Energy

Headquartered in Loveland, Colorado, ATS Energy develops solid-state power generation technology that converts industrial waste heat directly into usable electricity without moving parts. Its proprietary thermoelectric cartridges and modular Solid-State Generators are designed to help energy-intensive industries recover otherwise wasted energy, reduce operating costs and improve energy efficiency. ATS was awarded the 2024 Earthshot Prize in the Fix Our Climate category.

Learn more at www.ats.energy.

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ARMOR-FLEX* Sterilization Wrap, now available in the Halyard® product portfolio, was developed in-house to help prevent sterility breaches that can potentially compromise patient safety and lead to delays in the operating room

Patent-pending ASSURE-DRY* technology and proprietary manufacturing techniques make ARMOR-FLEX* stronger, more flexible and bacteria resistant than traditional sterilization wrap products

RICHMOND, Va., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Owens & Minor today announced the launch of ARMOR-FLEX* Sterilization Wrap, the newest addition to its Halyard® product portfolio. Developed in-house and made in America by Owens & Minor, ARMOR-FLEX* is stronger, more flexible and more bacteria-resistant than traditional heavyweight sterilization wraps, helping to deliver greater strength, flexibility and bacterial resistance without adding weight.

Maintaining a sterile operating room environment is critical to infection prevention and patient outcomes, and can be affected by events that happen long before a surgical procedure begins.1, 2 Surgical instruments must remain sterile from the point of sterilization to the operating table, making the sterile wrap that protects them during transfer a vital barrier against contamination. Although many heavyweight wraps rely on bulk for protection, the additional weight can also make them more difficult to work with, slower to dry and more prone to incidents that may impact sterility. ARMOR-FLEX* takes a different approach, using patent-pending ASSURE-DRY* moisture management technology and proprietary manufacturing techniques to support clinicians while offering better protection for the patient.

"For Owens & Minor, being a good healthcare partner means developing unique solutions that address the real-world needs of the clinicians and better support their ability to provide patient care," said Dirk Benson, executive vice president and chief commercial officer, Owens & Minor. "With ARMOR-FLEX*, we've gone further by engineering an innovative product that delivers not just what our customers need, but what they want: a heavyweight sterilization wrap that doesn't compromise on safety, performance or ease of use."

ARMOR-FLEX* builds on nearly 50 years of operating room innovation, starting with the introduction of the first SMS single-use sterilization wrap in 1978. Developed in- house by Owens & Minor using patent-pending technology and manufacturing processes, ARMOR-FLEX* is made in America in Lexington, N.C. To learn more about ARMOR-FLEX* and the Halyard product portfolio, please visit HalyardHealth.com/ARMOR-FLEX*.

On December 31, 2025, Owens & Minor announced a new chapter in its long and storied history: the medical distribution, products and technology services business, formerly referred to as Products & Healthcare Services (P&HS), is now part of the Platinum Equity portfolio. The company continues to operate as a private standalone company under the Owens & Minor name, carrying on the legacy of excellence and service the company has long been known for.

About Owens & Minor

Owens & Minor is a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, health systems and research centers around the world. For over 140 years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind the scenes so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for the hospitals, healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care®.

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1 Back to Basics: Sterile Technique. AORN Journal, Volume 105, Issue 5. May 2017. https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0001209217302193.

2 A Day in the Life of a Surgical Instrument: The Cycle of Sterilization. Annals of Surgery Open, February 2024. https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC11175864/. 

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The investment builds on years of Australian client work, bringing Keystone's global expertise in technology, economics and business strategy closer to Australia's major corporations and law firms navigating AI transformation and changing competition.

SYDNEY, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Keystone, a global advisory firm that guides the most critical technology and science-based platforms and ecosystems, today announced a permanent office in Sydney, expanding its global presence and long-standing commitment to Australia.

The investment responds to growing demand for advice on AI-driven business transformation and complex competition, legal and regulatory matters. Keystone's integrated global team already works regularly with Australian businesses and law firms. The Sydney office, the firm's second in Asia-Pacific following its recent launch in Bengaluru, will strengthen those relationships and support further growth.

The Australian operation opens with around a dozen employees combining local hires with secondees from Keystone's established offices in the United States and the United Kingdom. Keystone aims to roughly triple the team within two years.

"We are investing in Australia because the questions our clients face here increasingly demand technology, economics and strategy expertise in the same room," said Jeff Marowits, Keystone CEO. "AI decisions are becoming decisions about business models, competitive advantage and regulatory exposure. After years of working with Australian clients and government regulators through our integrated global team, we are building a permanent local presence and investing in the talent to support the next phase of that work."

Since its founding in 2003, Keystone has studied how technology ecosystems develop, how digital platforms compete and how transformative innovations change markets. Its economists, technologists and strategists work together with an Expert Field of the world's leading academics and industry leaders to understand how technology operates and assess its commercial, economic and legal consequences.

Keystone will build on its long-standing experience in Australia, which includes being retained by Epic Games in its litigation against Google, drawing on the firm's expertise in technology, mobile ecosystems and competition.

The firm's Strategic Advisory AI Navigator practice, guided by Harvard Business School Professors Karim Lakhani and Marco Iansiti, also works with major Australian firms. Growing AI-related enquiries and projects, including interest from major financial services institutions, are contributing to the expansion. Keystone's September acquisition of Zero Gravitas adds hands-on executive AI education and capability development to AI Navigator, helping CEOs and boards build the practical understanding needed to lead AI transformation.

"Australian businesses have access to the same core AI tools as their global competitors, but access alone will not create a competitive advantage," Marowits said. "AI can put capabilities once reserved for technical resources in the hands of every employee within a firm. With the right strategy and alignment, AI can strengthen businesses with valuable data, distribution and customer relationships. CEOs and Boards of Directors are focused on understanding which of these advantages will endure, which ones could disappear and where to invest. Those decisions will determine the winners and losers."

Keystone has also appointed Dr. Lilla Csorgo as Partner and Senior Economic Advisor in its Sydney office. Csorgo previously served as Chief Economist of the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission, Chief Economist at the Canadian Competition Bureau and a Lay Member of the High Court of New Zealand. Her appointment strengthens Keystone's competition economics and regulatory expertise in the region.

Keystone's founding Expert Field in Australia also includes Joshua Gans, Professor of Strategic Management and holder of the Jeffrey S. Skoll Chair of Technical Innovation and Entrepreneurship at the University of Toronto's Rotman School of Management. Until 2011, Gans was an economics professor at Melbourne Business School in Australia. His work connects AI, economics and business strategy, complementing the firm's technical and competition capabilities.

Csorgo and Gans will be joined in Australia by Keystone Senior Partner Michael Cragg. Cragg is an economist focusing on strategy, antitrust, damages, finance and valuation disputes.

Through its Sydney office, Keystone will support Australian clients across AI strategy and implementation, governance and safety, economic analysis, investigations and litigation. This combination helps organisations assess both the opportunities created by technology and the competitive and regulatory consequences of their decisions.

The office will be located at Level 35, 1 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000, and will open on Thursday 15 October 2026.

About Keystone

Keystone is a global advisory firm that guides the most critical technology and science-based platforms and ecosystems. We bring together technologists, economists, and strategists to tackle the highest-stakes questions of competition and disruption. For more than two decades, Keystone has helped CEOs, CLOs, and Boards navigate their most consequential decisions across technology, legal, and government arenas. Founded in 2003, Keystone operates worldwide with offices in New York, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, Washington, D.C., London, Dubai, Sydney, and Bengaluru. For more information, visit keystone.com.

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Doximity, Inc. (DOCS) Shareholders Who Lost Money Have Opportunity to Lead Securities Fraud Lawsuit

BENSALEM TOWNSHIP, Pa., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Law Offices of Howard G. Smith announces that investors with substantial losses have opportunity to lead the securities fraud class action lawsuit against Doximity, Inc.

IF YOU ARE AN INVESTOR WHO SUFFERED A LOSS IN DOXIMITY, INC. (DOCS), CONTACT THE LAW OFFICES OF HOWARD G. SMITH BEFORE NOVEMBER 16, 2026 (LEAD PLAINTIFF DEADLINE) TO PARTICIPATE IN THE ONGOING SECURITIES FRAUD LAWSUIT.

Contact the Law Offices of Howard G. Smith to discuss your legal rights by email at [email protected], by telephone at (215) 638-4847 or visit our website at www.howardsmithlaw.com.

What Is The Lawsuit About?

The complaint filed in this class action alleges that between August 8, 2024 and May 13, 2026, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements, as well as failed to disclose material adverse facts about the Company's business, operations, and prospects. Specifically, Defendants failed to disclose to investors that: (1) Doximity overstated the impact that its Newsfeed had on its revenue growth; (2) the Company was losing market share to its competitors with more favorable pricing and engagement models; (3) the Company was using banner ads and e-newsletters instead of deep engagement tactics; and (4) that, as a result of the foregoing, Defendants' positive statements about the Company's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

Contact Us To Participate or Learn More:

If you wish to learn more about this class action, or if you have any questions concerning this announcement or your rights or interests with respect to the pending class action lawsuit, please contact:

Howard G. Smith, Esq.,

Law Offices of Howard G. Smith,

3070 Bristol Pike, Suite 112,

Bensalem, Pennsylvania 19020,

Call us at: (215) 638-4847

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Visit our website at: www.howardsmithlaw.com.

To be a member of the class action you need not take any action at this time; you may retain counsel of your choice or take no action and remain an absent member of the class action.

This press release may be considered Attorney Advertising in some jurisdictions under the applicable law and ethical rules.

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Field Science grants support immersive education experiences built to engage middle and high school students using national parks as living classrooms and laboratories

WASHINGTON, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Park Foundation (NPF) is excited to announce that it has awarded more than $1 million in grants to support over 20 projects that will provide immersive science learning experiences for middle and high school students in parks across the country. NPF's Field Science program encourages students to strengthen critical thinking skills, deepen their understanding of STEM concepts, and put what they learn in the classroom into practice through classroom-aligned engagements, extended in-park experiences, out-of-school-time programs, and community involvement opportunities.

Developed in collaboration with parks, local schools, community centers, and science education programs, these projects encourage students to explore their environment, take a participatory role in science, and become park stewards. From observing and documenting local wildlife to conducting fieldwork alongside park scientists, these community-science projects and experiences give students opportunities to learn and apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics skills while building meaningful connections to parks.

Examples of projects funded for the 2026-27 school year include:

- Conservancy for Cuyahoga Valley National Park will expand its educational programming at Cuyahoga Valley National Park, encouraging students to explore the natural world through nature journaling and share what they discover through a gallery exhibit at their school.

- Ecologik Institute will connect students to Cabrillo National Monument to conduct fieldwork alongside park staff, contribute to habitat restoration projects, analyze data with scientist-mentors, and help develop solutions to challenges facing the park.

- Glacier Peak Institute will engage high school students at North Cascades National Park in a multi-part investigation of wildfire and the carbon cycle, combining classroom learning and field research to explore forest ecosystems and evaluate wildfire management strategies.

- Arizona Deserts National Parks Partnership will lead a collaborative effort to connect local middle and high school students to Chiricahua National Monument, Coronado National Memorial, and Fort Bowie National Historic Site. Up to 10 teachers will be trained to design and implement student-led, inquiry-based learning experiences and then conduct classroom sessions, distance learning, and visits to one or more participating parks with park staff and community partners.

- Oakland Unified School District will engage 6th-12th grade students at Point Reyes National Seashore through day trips and overnight excursions that build environmental literacy and scientific inquiry skills. These experiences are part of a broader, district-embedded model that ensures students engage in outdoor learning across multiple public lands and park systems throughout each grade level and over the course of their academic journey, building familiarity, confidence, and a lasting connection to nature year after year.

- Tule Springs Fossil Beds National Monument will invite high schoolers in the Las Vegas Valley to join National Park Service paleontologists, research geologists from the U.S. Geological Survey, and a selection of undergraduate students in the field as they work together to carefully excavate fossils, prepare them for safe transport, and collect important contextual information from the surrounding sediments.

View the full list of this year's grantees here.

Notably, these projects are intended to encourage students — whether they've previously visited the park or not — to explore the environment in a new way, connect more deeply with scientific tools and content, and explore unique career paths. Connecting students with new experiences and career paths can broaden their sense of what is possible while bringing parks, educators, and community partners together around shared goals.

"The opportunities for learning in national parks are as varied as the parks themselves. These projects give middle and high schoolers the opportunity not just to ask questions, but to take part in the meaningful work that helps us all understand these special places better," said NPF Chief Program Officer Mike Reynolds. "By investing in these experiences, we're helping students see that careers in science and conservation can be paths they can pursue for themselves."

NPF is proud to continue this work nationwide, made possible through the generous support of partners and donors, including Randi and Bob Fisher, American Airlines, Nature Valley, and many other supporters.

ABOUT THE NATIONAL PARK FOUNDATION

The National Park Foundation is the nation's most trusted way for people to support America's national parks. We work with the National Park Service and partners across the country to fund priority projects that keep parks strong, relevant, and accessible. This work helps ensure parks continue to inspire pride across the country and offer experiences that create meaningful connection. In 2025, NPF funded $100 million in on-the-ground priority projects nationwide, made possible through the generosity of donors, to advance critical work, including infrastructure, restoration, education, and access, ensuring parks continue to endure for generations to come. Learn more at nationalparks.org and follow NPF on Instagram, Facebook, X, LinkedIn, and TikTok.

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Casio's smart companion gets its first new color, arriving in the U.S. in time for the holidays

JERSEY CITY, N.J., Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Casio America, Inc. launched Pink Moflin (PE-M11PK), the first new color for its furry smart companion. Pink Moflin joins the original gold and silver models and is available now at casio.com/us/moflin.

The Pink Moflin was inspired directly by its fans. Following Moflin's debut in Japan in November 2024, the most frequent request from owners was for a pink version. In response, Casio Japan introduced Sakura Pink on September 4, 2026.. The soft pink color was selected to evoke feelings of comfort, warmth, and calm, reflecting the emotional support and companionship Moflin is designed to provide.

"Ever since Moflin launched, pink is the color owners have asked for most," said Brian Piccolo, General Manager of Sound & Innovation at Casio America. "Cozy culture is about soothing colors and soft materials. Pink suits that perfectly. We're glad to bring it to owners here in the United States."

Same Moflin, new look

Pink Moflin has the same personality capabilities as every Moflin. Its emotional algorithm can develop more than 4 million possible personality combinations, shaped by how its owner pets, holds and talks to it. Over its first 50 days, a Moflin learns the sound of its owner's voice, grows more expressive, and starts to show attachment. No two end up exactly alike.

Moflin suits people who love animals but can't keep a pet, including renters, frequent travelers and people with pet allergies. Since launch, Moflin has surpassed 20,000 units sold in Japan.

Key details:

- Size and weight: About 5.1 × 3.5 × 7.1 inches and 9.2 ounces

- Battery: Built-in lithium-ion (3.7V, 1200mAh) with up to 5 hours of use. Time to full charge is about 3.5 hours in its included bed

- Sensors: Touch, sound, light, accelerometer and gyroscope sensors to interpret interactions

- Privacy: Moflin does not understand or record speech. Voice features are converted to non-identifiable data and stored on the device.

- MofLife app: Owners can check their Moflin's mood, name it, review a daily journal, and adjust volume on iOS and Android.

- In the box: Moflin, charging bed, USB AC adapter, USB-C cable (for bed), and quick start guide, with a one-year warranty

Pricing and availability

Pink Moflin (PE-M11PK) is available starting October 1, 2026, for $429 at casio.com/us/moflin.

ABOUT MOFLIN

Moflin is the smart companion from CASIO that delivers emotional comfort and companionship like a living creature, designed to support, reassure, and grow with owners through life's everyday moments. Without any social pressure, each Moflin develops its own personality from over four million combinations by responding to touch, movement, light, and its owner's voice with its own sounds and behaviors. To learn more, visit casio.com/us/moflin.

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The challenge began with a 400,000-mile goal and a $1 million donation commitment from Hyundai to Hyundai Hope on Wheels. Participants reached the goal in the first 24 hours, prompting Hyundai to double the mileage goal to 800,000 miles and its donation commitment to $2 million. The community surpassed the new goal two days later. In recognition of the challenge's record-setting achievement, Hyundai is contributing an additional $1 million, bringing its total donation through the challenge to $3 million.

With a child diagnosed with cancer every 36 minutes in the United States, the challenge turned the spirit of The Mark of a Warrior, developed in collaboration with Hyundai's agency of record, INNOCEAN USA, into an opportunity for people to take action together. Each mile helped raise awareness and support Hyundai Hope on Wheels' work to help fund groundbreaking research, advance new treatments and bring hope to children and families affected by cancer.

Influencers and athletes, Strava motivators and artists, Hyundai ambassadors, and participants sharing their achievements helped spread the movement across social media and beyond, ultimately reaching nearly 2.6 million people across social media and the Strava app.

"Nearly 20 million miles is an extraordinary show of support for children and families facing childhood cancer," said Sean Gilpin, chief marketing officer, Hyundai Motor America. "The Miles for the Warriors Challenge brought people together around the strength of young warriors and a cause that affects children around the world. We're grateful to everyone who participated and proud to contribute $3 million through the challenge to support Hyundai Hope on Wheels and its work to advance pediatric cancer research."

A Community in Motion, By the Numbers

Together, participants in the Miles for the Warriors Challenge:

- Logged 19,959,136 miles and 16,683,314,348 steps

- Completed 2,690,842 activities and spent 2,192,114 hours moving

- Reached a median distance of 74.65 miles per athlete

- Activities were 48.41% running, 30.05% walking, 19.20% biking and 2.34% swimming

"This record shows what can happen when people come together around a cause they believe in. More than 150,000 people joined the challenge on Strava, inspired by the courage and stories of these young warriors, and logged millions of miles in their honor," said Evelina Jarbin, vice president, Strava for Business at Strava. "We're proud to see the Strava community show up in such a big way and proud to partner with Hyundai Hope on Wheels to support children and families fighting cancer."

While the Strava challenge has concluded, people can continue to support the fight by posting or commenting on @HyundaiUSA social media posts using #HyundaiWarriors. Hyundai will donate $36 to Hyundai Hope on Wheels for each qualifying participant, up to a maximum of $500,000, through Dec. 31, 2026. Learn more about the cause at HyundaiWarriors.com.

About The Mark of a Warrior

The Mark of a Warrior is Hyundai Motor America's national campaign supporting Hyundai Hope on Wheels and the fight against childhood cancer. The campaign reimagines the nonprofit's iconic handprint as a symbol of the courage, resilience and determination of children facing cancer. Through storytelling, partnerships and community activations, it honors young warriors and invites people across the country to join the fight.

The campaign launched with "Little Warrior," a cinematic 60-second film airing nationally across broadcast, streaming, digital and social channels through the fall. In collaboration with Brave Gowns, Hyundai is providing more than 6,000 Warrior Gowns with armor-inspired designs to children undergoing cancer treatment. Warrior Rallies at select professional football games, soccer matches and other live events bring patients, survivors, health care professionals, dealers and local communities together to celebrate young warriors and raise awareness.

The campaign is also coming to life through approximately 42 handprint ceremonies and check presentations, Warrior Gown deliveries and more than 100 community blood drives across the country.

Hyundai Motor America

Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, several cutting-edge R&D facilities and more than 855 independent dealers. These operations are part of Hyundai Motor Group, which is investing $26 billion in the U.S. from 2025 to 2028. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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Hyundai Hope on Wheels

Hyundai Hope on Wheels® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to finding a cure for childhood cancer. Launched in 1998, Hyundai Hope on Wheels provides grants to eligible institutions nationwide that are pursuing critical research aimed at improving treatments and saving lives. Hyundai Hope on Wheels is one of the largest nonprofit funders of pediatric cancer research in the country. Primary funding for Hyundai Hope on Wheels comes from Hyundai Motor America and its more than 855 U.S. dealers. In 2026, Hyundai Hope on Wheels will reach a lifetime donation total of $303 million in support of more than 1,600 childhood cancer research grants to over 175 hospitals and research institutions.

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Hunter Chevrolet to Celebrate Grand Opening in Charlotte on October 24

Community celebration to feature Charlotte basketball legend Muggsy Bogues, family activities, food, music, giveaways and a complimentary cruise promotion

CHARLOTTE, N.C., Oct. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hunter Chevrolet, formerly Victory Chevrolet, will host its official Grand Opening Celebration on Saturday, October 24, from noon to 4 p.m. at 717 Rhyne Road in Charlotte. The family-friendly community event will welcome local residents and customers for an afternoon of activities, giveaways and an opportunity to meet the Hunter Chevrolet team.

Charlotte basketball legend Muggsy Bogues will make a special guest appearance during the event. Guests can also enjoy kids' face painting, balloon making, food and music, along with chances to win TVs, iPads and event tickets.

"The Charlotte community has given us a warm welcome, and we are excited to celebrate this new chapter together," said David Hunter, owner. "We invite everyone to bring the family, meet our team and experience the Hunter Hometown Promise."

During the celebration, Hunter Chevrolet will also offer a complimentary five-day cruise promotion with eligible vehicle purchases. Restrictions, recipient fees and other terms apply. Complete details will be available at the dealership.

The grand opening follows the dealership's transition from Victory Chevrolet to Hunter Chevrolet. The family-owned dealership offers new Chevrolet vehicles, pre-owned inventory, financing, service and parts, and is home of the Lifetime Engine Guarantee and the Hunter Hometown Promise.

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ABOUT HUNTER CHEVROLET

Hunter Chevrolet is a family-owned dealership serving Charlotte and surrounding communities. Formerly Victory Chevrolet, the dealership provides new Chevrolet vehicles, pre-owned inventory, financing, service and parts. Learn more at HunterChevrolet.com.

ABOUT HUNTER AUTOMOTIVE GROUP

Founded in 1940 and headquartered in Hendersonville, N.C., Hunter Automotive Group is a family-owned, full-service automotive organization operating Hunter Power Sports, 1st Choice Auto Centers, Hunter Subaru, Hunter Hyundai and Hunter Volvo. Guided by a mission to improve the quality of life for its employees, customers and community, the group is committed to integrity, continuous improvement and building lasting relationships in every market it serves.

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David Hunter | Owner | [email protected]

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Former Notre Dame MVP stars in new "Sport Your Look" creative built around staying ready when your number is called

GEORGETOWN, Texas, Oct. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- NFL quarterback and former Notre Dame team captain and MVP Sam Hartman is showing football fans there may be at least one advantage to waiting for your number to be called: your hair stays game-ready.

Sport Clips Haircuts is teaming with Hartman for new "Sport Your Look" creative that puts a humorous spin on life as a quarterback. After a few moment on the sideline, the coach gives him the call to get into the game. The spot follows Hartman from the sideline to the field before shifting to the full Sport Clips MVP Experience.

The idea taps into something Sport Clips research suggests guys instinctively understand. Among 350 male respondents, 81 percent agreed that guys can communicate a lot to each other with just a head nod, and nearly 90 percent agreed they feel more confident when their hair looks good.

"Sam brings the right mix of football credibility, confidence, and self-awareness to this idea," said Christina Clarke, chief marketing officer of Sport Clips Haircuts. "Sports are a natural part of the Sport Clips brand DNA, and 'Sport Your Look' gives that connection a fresh voice. Whether your number gets called on the field or you're just heading into your day, feeling good about how you look can change how you show up."

The Hartman creative debuts today. View the campaign here.

SOURCE Sport Clips

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