Stayntouch Powers Full PMS Migration Across Imperial London Hotels, Including the Largest Hotel in Western Europe

Imperial London Hotels completes a phased, seven-property migration to Stayntouch, culminating in the 1,379-room Royal National Hotel going live on the platform.

BETHESDA, Md., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stayntouch, a global leader in cloud hotel property management systems (PMS) and guest-centric technology, announced the completion of a full PMS migration across Imperial London Hotels' portfolio. The rollout concluded with the successful cutover of the 1,379-room Royal National Hotel, the largest hotel in Western Europe and the largest property to join the Stayntouch platform in EMEA to date.

Imperial London Hotels has welcomed guests to Bloomsbury for almost two hundred years across seven distinct properties, including restaurants, bars, and event spaces just steps from the British Museum. Imperial selected Stayntouch to modernize operations across its full estate and support a more efficient, guest-ready front desk at scale.

The migration delivered value across Imperial's portfolio, including:

- A phased rollout with zero disruption. Morton, Bedford, Tavistock, President, City Sleeper, Royal National and The Imperial each transitioned on schedule, hotel by hotel.

- Enterprise scale, proven. Stayntouch now runs the operations of one of the largest hotels in Europe, alongside boutique and mid-size properties in the same portfolio.

- Fast turnaround on integrations. SSO, invoicing, purchase order workflows, and financial reporting enhancements were delivered in close coordination with Imperial's team throughout the rollout.

- Guest-facing check-in, streamlined. Digital Registration Cards let Imperial's guests complete pre-arrival details and sign registration digitally, cutting front desk wait times across all seven properties.

- Self-service at scale. Stayntouch Kiosk gives guests the option to check in and out independently, freeing front desk teams to focus on service at Imperial's busiest, highest-volume property.

Neil Braude, COO at Imperial London Hotels, said, "Moving seven properties to a new PMS, including the 1,379-room Royal National Hotel, required careful coordination and a partner we could rely on throughout the process. A key decision about selecting Stayntouch was not just the system but the people, which became clear very quickly that this was the right decision. The Stayntouch team worked closely with us at every stage, responded quickly when integrations or enhancements were needed, and helped us maintain momentum from one property to the next. Bringing each hotel live on schedule gave our teams confidence in the platform and in the partnership behind it."

Jacob Messina, CEO of Stayntouch, said, "Imperial London Hotels is an impressive organization with a clear vision for how technology should support its teams and guests. A rollout of this size and complexity takes strong collaboration, and the Imperial team was an exceptional partner throughout the process. Their commitment to improving operations across the portfolio made this a natural partnership for Stayntouch. We are proud to welcome Imperial and excited about what we will accomplish together."

"Imperial London Hotels is an incredible addition to the Stayntouch community and a hugely exciting partnership for our team in Europe," said Jeff Down, Head of Sales EMEA at Stayntouch. "Hotel groups across the region are looking for technology that can manage complexity without making their operations more complicated. Imperial is a fantastic example of what is possible, and I am incredibly proud to see seven iconic London properties now running on Stayntouch."

About Stayntouch

Stayntouch delivers a fully mobile guest-centric hotel property management system (PMS) with a comprehensive library of over 1,400 best-in-class integrations. Our cloud-native PMS empowers hotels to drive revenue, reduce costs, enhance service, and captivate their guests. Stayntouch's newly expanded PMS platform, Stayntouch 2.0, further simplifies hotel operations, allowing hotels to streamline and accelerate direct bookings, process payments easily, and simplify integrations, offering an even more enhanced guest experience. Stayntouch is supported by a team of professionals with deep roots in the hospitality industry and is a trusted partner to industry-leading management companies including Sage Hospitality, HEI Hotels & Resorts, EOS Hospitality, and Stoney Creek Hotels, innovative independent brands such as Village Hotels, Pod Hotels, and First Hotels, and iconic independent properties such as the TWA Hotel and Zoku Amsterdam. For more information, visit www.stayntouch.com.

About Imperial London Hotels

Imperial London Hotels is a family-run hospitality company that has welcomed guests to London since 1837. Now managed by the seventh generation of the same family, the company is based in Bloomsbury, where it operates eight hotels.

Its portfolio includes eight full-service mid-range, boutique, and lifestyle hotels. The founding family members' vision of creating authentic and memorable guest experiences still lives on today.

The 'family of hotels' includes Bedford Hotel, Tavistock Hotel, President Hotel, Morton Hotel, Royal National Hotel, City Sleeper at Royal National and The Imperial. It also operates Holiday Inn Bloomsbury.

Company website: www.imperialhotels.co.uk

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Harris Poll survey of 755 U.S. HR leaders finds 64% are very confident they know the skills employees need, but only 43% are very confident employees possess them.

PHOENIX, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- University of Phoenix today announced findings from its Future of Skills Development report, new research conducted online by The Harris Poll examining how HR leaders are navigating skills development, workforce readiness and rapidly changing workforce demands. The findings reveal a significant skills visibility gap. Nearly two-thirds of HR leaders (64%) are very confident they know which specific skills employees need to do their jobs, yet only 43% are very confident employees actually possess those skills.

As AI, automation and emerging technologies reshape roles and workflows, the findings suggest that organizations face a dual challenge: understanding how skill requirements are changing and gaining clearer visibility into the capabilities employees already have.

"AI is accelerating how quickly work and skill requirements evolve, but this is not a choice between technical expertise and human capabilities," said Nathan Jones, vice president of Product Management, Workforce Solutions Group at University of Phoenix. "Organizations need a clearer view of the skills they have, the skills they need and where gaps are emerging. Employees need that visibility as well — clearer signals about what to develop next and credible ways to demonstrate what they can do. The opportunity is to make skills more visible, measurable and connected to the work that actually needs to get done."

AI is increasing uncertainty about future workforce skills

Keeping pace with technological advances, including AI and other emerging technologies, is the single greatest source of uncertainty when HR leaders plan for future workforce skills needs, cited by 27% of respondents. Only 46% are very confident they can predict the skills employees will need two to three years from now.

At the same time, organizations are prioritizing a mix of capabilities. Nearly 3 in 5 HR leaders (59%) say soft or durable skills such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving are their organization's primary talent development focus, compared with 37% who identify technical skills as the primary focus.

"AI can change the tools people use and the tasks within a role, but technology does not eliminate the need for judgment, communication, problem-solving and adaptability," Jones said. "The workforce conversation needs to move beyond technical skills versus durable skills. Increasingly, people need both."

Employers face challenges seeing and verifying skills

The survey indicates that skills visibility challenges extend from employee development into hiring. HR leaders most commonly assess the skills employees currently have or need through managers' direct knowledge of employees' skills (51%) and performance reviews (51%). Less than half (49%) say managers at their organizations are very prepared to identify, assess and discuss skill gaps and development needs with employees.

Verification can be difficult for job candidates as well. Soft or durable skills are the type of candidate capability HR leaders most often identify as difficult to verify or assess (20%), followed closely by emerging or specialized skills such as AI and cloud computing (18%). The largest share of respondents, 38%, say they feel confident an applicant's skills and ability to perform the role have been properly verified only after a skills evaluation, assessment or technical test.

Digital credentials are also becoming part of that evidence ecosystem. More than 7 in 10 HR leaders (71%) say their departments use microcredentials, digital badges, digital wallets or other digital methods of verifying skills when evaluating at least some applicants.

What the skills visibility gap means for workers and employers

For employees, the findings underscore the value of making skill development an ongoing conversation with managers rather than waiting until a performance review or job search. Workers can ask:

- What skills are becoming more important in my role?

- Where am I demonstrating those capabilities today, and where should I continue developing?

- What project, assessment or experience could help me demonstrate that skill?

For organizations, the research points to opportunities to improve visibility through more consistent skills-gap analysis, clearer communication about future skill requirements, more personalized development and credible methods for assessing skill growth. Only 44% of HR leaders say their organizations regularly conduct formal skills-gap analyses, while 51% say their organizations very clearly communicate to employees which skills they need to develop for future roles.

Workforce skills challenges vary by industry

The research also found different patterns among the industries studied:

- Manufacturing: 32% identify keeping pace with technological change as their greatest source of uncertainty when planning future workforce skills needs, and 56% place greater emphasis on technical skills development than soft or durable skills.

- Financial services: 64% identify durable skills as their primary talent development focus, while 35% are very confident employees possess the skills needed to do their jobs.

- Healthcare: 82% are very confident they know which skills employees need, 70% are very confident employees possess those skills and 71% say future skills expectations are communicated very clearly to employees.

Because these findings represent industry subsets of the overall survey, they provide directional insight into how workforce skills challenges can differ across sectors.

Explore the Future of Skills Development research

Jones leads business-to-business product strategy for University of Phoenix Workforce Solutions focused on skills intelligence, employer-aligned learning and workforce transformation. His work includes AI-enabled approaches designed to help organizations understand evolving skills needs and align learning with employer demand. Jones will be leading a virtual media tour with interviews conducted across the country about the survey findings on Friday, September 25.

The complete Future of Skills Development report, key findings and research methodology are available from University of Phoenix Workforce Solutions. Explore the Future of Skills Development report here.

About the survey

The survey was conducted online within the United States by The Harris Poll on behalf of University of Phoenix from July 14–27, 2026, among 755 employed adults ages 25 and older who hold a job title of manager/supervisor or higher, work in a human resources or learning and development function and engage in at least one talent acquisition, talent development and/or workforce planning activity as part of their role ("HR leaders").

Data are weighted where necessary by employee size to bring them in line with their actual proportions in the population.

Respondents for this survey were selected from among those who have agreed to participate in The Harris Poll surveys. The sampling precision of Harris online polls is measured by using a Bayesian credible interval. For this study, the sample data is accurate to within +/- 4.6 percentage points using a 95% confidence level. This credible interval will be wider among subsets of the surveyed population of interest.

About University of Phoenix

University of Phoenix is Built for Real Life. 50 Years Strong. The University innovates to help working adults enhance their careers and develop skills in a rapidly changing world through flexible online learning, relevant courses, academic AI pillars, and skills-mapped curriculum for associate, bachelor's and master's degree programs. Active students and alumni have access to Career Services for Life® resources including career guidance and tools. For more information, visit phoenix.edu.

About University of Phoenix Workforce Solutions

University of Phoenix Workforce Solutions helps companies align employee development to business strategy through skills-based solutions designed to address evolving workforce needs. Its Adaptable Skills Solutions brings together professional development, education savings and AI skills intelligence provided through Skillmore, a University of Phoenix affiliate, to support workforce planning, retention and talent mobility. By combining data, tools and education resources, Workforce Solutions offers practical ways to identify skills gaps, inform workforce decisions and prepare employees for long-term adaptability in a rapidly changing workplace. Learn more at https://www.phoenix.edu/workforce-solutions.html.

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Mexico-based delivery teams give large enterprises U.S.-aligned coverage, multilingual support, and scalable service operations

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stand8, a global technology consulting and services leader, today announced the expansion of its nearshore operations in Mexico to support large enterprise clients with 24x7 Service Desk, Network Operations Center, and technology operations services. The model combines specialized bilingual professionals with Stand8's people-first, white-glove approach and integrates into clients' existing platforms, service levels, and governance models.

Enterprises need dependable coverage across time zones, consistent service experiences, and the flexibility to scale when business demand changes. Stand8's nearshore model extends internal teams with professionals aligned to U.S. operating hours and able to support global schedules as needed. The result is greater responsiveness, less pressure on onshore teams, and more predictable service delivery without sacrificing visibility or control.

"Enterprise support should feel seamless to end users and dependable to the leaders accountable for it," said Bryce Prunty, Executive Vice President at Stand8. "Our Mexico operation gives clients access to specialized people and continuous coverage aligned to their business, with the governance, transparency, and high-touch service needed to operate at scale."

Enterprise Nearshore Support Built to Scale

- 24x7 Service Desk and NOC coverage aligned to U.S. and global operating hours

- Direct integration with enterprise platforms and client-specific tools, workflows, and reporting

- Escalation coordination and service delivery aligned to client SLAs and governance

- Scalable teams that can expand with volume, geography, or new operational needs

Stand8 is already applying the expanded Mexico operation in complex enterprise environments. Current engagements include 24x7 multilingual Service Desk support for leading global media and entertainment organizations and 24x7 NOC managed services for a global communications infrastructure provider. In each case, Stand8 teams work within established client workflows, tools, escalation paths, and operating requirements.

Clients can add adjacent capabilities as their needs evolve while maintaining a consistent delivery relationship.

About Stand8

Stand8 is a global technology consulting and services leader that helps businesses transform and scale through tailored IT solutions. With a 99% client retention rate and more than 15 years of results, Stand8 integrates seamlessly into client operations while delivering secure, compliant, and personalized technology services.

For more information, visit stand8.io.

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Taiwan Tourism Administration Kicks Off Taiwan Tourism Workshops in New York, Chicago and Los Angeles

With More Than 200 Weekly Direct Flights, Taiwan Captures North American Long-Haul, Transit and Repeat-Visit Opportunities

NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA) launched its three-city U.S. workshop series today in New York, drawing more than 70 local travel industry representatives and media.

The delegation, comprising Taiwanese travel agencies, hotels and airlines, continued to Chicago and Los Angeles through Sept. 18, 2026, marking Taiwan's return to the Midwest market after a seven-year hiatus.

In 2025, more than 710,000 visitors from the United States traveled to Taiwan, with nearly 60% visiting for tourism purposes, a record high for the destination. Supporting this growth is Taiwan's strong air connectivity, with more than 200 weekly round-trip flights linking the destination to 13 major North American cities.

"Taiwan is home to magnificent mountains and abundant natural scenery, and is also a very safe country," said Ambassador Chih-Chiang Lee, Director-General of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in New York. "Whether it is a first visit or a return trip, travelers can discover different surprises every time."

Claire Hsu, Marketing Manager of the Taiwan Tourism Administration, introduced the "Taiwan never sleep" concept, highlighting the destination's safety, 24-hour convenience and diverse travel experiences. "No matter when visitors arrive, they can always enjoy an exciting journey," she said.

Through its "Tourism Dual-Wheel Drive Program," the TTA is targeting repeat visitors, MICE travelers extending stays for leisure, and incentive travelers. Repeat visitors accounted for 42.25% of all visitors to Taiwan in 2025, matching the pre-pandemic peak recorded in 2019. The Administration is also promoting its "International Repeat Visitor Bonus Program" and "Transit Travel Incentive Program" to encourage American travelers to return, bring companions and explore more of Taiwan.

The New York workshop featured Taiwan Tourism Ambassador Chen Ming-Chu, a cross-genre Taiwanese opera performance by Tsai Yu-Lun, and an Alishan tea experience by Cha San Dai, giving attendees an immersive introduction to Taiwan's culture and lifestyle.

Taiwan Tourism Administration (TTA)

The Taiwan Tourism Administration is the official government agency responsible for domestic and international tourism policy development and execution. There are three North American tourism offices located in New York, Los Angeles, and San Francisco.

https://eng.taiwan.net.tw/ 

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Immunovant stock fell roughly 6% to a more-than-three-month low on September 23, 2026 after the IMVT-1402 cutaneous lupus study missed its primary endpoint. SueWallSt notifies investors of a pending investigation into potential securities law violations on behalf of IMVT investors who lost money.

NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A missed primary endpoint took Immunovant (NASDAQ: IMVT) down roughly 6% on September 23, 2026 -- to the stock's lowest level in more than three months. If you lost money holding IMVT, you are encouraged to see whether you can recover your losses. You may also contact Joseph E. Levi, Esq. via email at [email protected] or by telephone at (888) SueWallSt.

The selling started before the opening bell. Immunovant disclosed that its proof-of-concept study of IMVT-1402 in cutaneous lupus erythematosus did not meet its prespecified primary endpoint, and that the cutaneous lupus program was being discontinued. Shares moved lower in premarket trading and the stock traded to a more-than-three-month low, according to multiple published reports.

Days earlier, the market was pricing the shares very differently. Reports on September 18 through September 20, 2026 described IMVT trading at approximately $36.95, a market capitalization of roughly $7.63 billion, and investor attention focused on upcoming clinical data. IMVT-1402 had been identified as the Company's lead development program.

Immunovant investors who took losses in the September 23 decline can request a no-cost review of their IMVT losses. You may also reach Joseph E. Levi, Esq. at [email protected] or (888) SueWallSt.

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Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation Approval for Elevation of Level II Trauma Center to a Level I Status

MECHANICSBURG, Pa., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Effective October 1, 2026, one hospital has been approved for an elevation in trauma center level from Level II accreditation to Level I accreditation:

St. Luke's Hospital – Anderson Campus - Easton, PA

There are 56 accredited trauma centers in Pennsylvania.

Combined Adult Level I/Pediatric Level I Trauma Centers

1. Hershey — PennState Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center/PennState Health Golisano Children's Hospital

Combined Adult Level I/Pediatric Level II Trauma Centers

2. Allentown — Lehigh Valley Health Network — Lehigh Valley Hospital-Cedar Crest/Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital

3. Danville — Geisinger Medical Center/Geisinger Janet Weis Children's Hospital

Adult Level I Trauma Centers

4. Bethlehem — St. Luke's University Health Network — St. Luke's University Hospital

5. Easton — St. Luke's University Health Network — St. Luke's Hospital Anderson Campus

6. Johnstown — Conemaugh Health System — Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center

7. Lancaster – Penn Medicine – Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health

8. Philadelphia — Jefferson Health — Jefferson Einstein Hospital

9. Philadelphia — Jefferson Health — Thomas Jefferson University Hospital

10. Philadelphia — Penn Medicine — Penn Presbyterian Medical Center

11. Philadelphia — Temple Health — Temple University Hospital

12. Pittsburgh — Allegheny Health Network — AHN Allegheny General Hospital

13. Pittsburgh — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center — UPMC Mercy

14. Pittsburgh — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center — UPMC Presbyterian

15. Sayre — Guthrie Robert Packer Hospital

16. West Reading — Tower Health — Reading Hospital

17. Wilkes-Barre – Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center

18. York — WellSpan Health – WellSpan York Hospital

Pediatric Level I Trauma Centers

19. Philadelphia — Children's Hospital of Philadelphia

20. Philadelphia — Tower Health — St. Christopher's Hospital for Children

21. Pittsburgh — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center — UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh

Adult Level II Trauma Centers

22. Abington – Jefferson Health – Jefferson Abington Hospital

23. Bethlehem — Lehigh Valley Health Network — Lehigh Valley Hospital-Muhlenberg

24. Camp Hill — PennState Health Holy Spirit Medical Center

25. DuBois — Penn Highlands DuBois — Penn Highlands Healthcare

26. Erie — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center — UPMC Hamot

27. Langhorne — Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic — St. Mary Medical Center

28. Monroeville — Allegheny Health Network — AHN Forbes

29. Paoli — Main Line Health — Paoli Hospital

30. Philadelphia — Jefferson Health — Jefferson Torresdale Hospital

31. Scranton — Geisinger Community Medical Center

32. Sellersville — St. Luke's Hospital — Grand View Campus

33. Williamsport — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center — UPMC Williamsport

34. Wynnewood — Main Line Health — Lankenau Medical Center

Level III Trauma Centers

35. Altoona — University of Pittsburgh Medical Center — UPMC Altoona

36. East Stroudsburg — Lehigh Valley Health Network — Lehigh Valley Hospital-Pocono

Level IV Trauma Centers

37. Coaldale — St. Luke's University Health Network — St. Luke's Hospital - Miners Campus

38. Easton — Lehigh Valley Health Network — Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hecktown Oaks

39. Easton - St. Luke's University Health Network – St. Luke's Hospital - Easton Campus

40. Gettysburg - Wellspan Gettysburg Hospital

41. Grove City — Allegheny Health Network — AHN Grove City

42. Hastings — Conemaugh Health System — Conemaugh Miners Medical Center

43. Hazleton — Lehigh Valley Health Network — Lehigh Valley Hospital-Hazleton

44. Indiana – Indiana Regional Medical Center

45. Jersey Shore — Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital

46. Lehighton — St. Luke's University Health Network — St. Luke's Hospital -Carbon Campus

47. Lewistown — Geisinger Lewistown Hospital

48. McConnellsburg — Fulton County Medical Center

49. Muncy - Geisinger Medical Center Muncy

50. Orwigsburg — St. Luke's University Health Network — Geisinger St. Luke's Hospital

51. Pottsville — Lehigh Valley Health Network — Lehigh Valley Hospital-Schuylkill

52. Quakertown — St. Luke's University Health Network — St. Luke's Hospital-Upper Bucks Campus

53. Roaring Spring —Conemaugh Health System — Conemaugh Nason Medical Center

54. State College - Mount Nittany Medical Center

55. Stroudsburg — St. Luke's University Health Network — St. Luke's Hospital-Monroe Campus

56. Troy — Guthrie Troy Community Hospital

The Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation (PTSF) is a nonprofit corporation recognized under the Emergency Medical Services Act (Act 1985.45) and serves as the accrediting body for trauma centers throughout Pennsylvania.

A trauma center is a hospital capable of providing continuous specialized services and resources to patients suffering from traumatic injuries. Appropriate treatment by specially trained staff has been shown to reduce the likelihood of death and permanent disability.

In Pennsylvania, there are four levels of trauma centers. Learn more at: What is a Trauma Center?

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NEW YORK, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York (SUNY) and a global leader in creative education, announces new public programming under FIT Future//Forward, the strategic initiative launched by FIT President Jason Schupbach to establish the college as the premier laboratory for creative and creative business careers. "FIT Future//Forward Conversations" brings together significant voices shaping the creative industries worldwide. Amid profound change across fashion, design, business, technology, and culture, these discussions will examine the ideas and innovations defining how we create, work, and lead.

"The launch of 'FIT Future//Forward Conversations' marks a thrilling next step in how FIT collaborates with the fashion industry and beyond," said Schupbach. "These discussions will shine a light on the boldest ideas driving this era of change. From AI and sustainability to evolving consumer markets, we are bringing together the visionaries on the front lines because creative thinkers hold the key to shaping what's next."

"FIT Future//Forward Conversations" will be presented in two formats: the Presidential Speaker Series and the Innovation Speaker Series. The two series, which are free and open to the public, offer complementary perspectives on leadership and innovation—one from those who have shaped industries and the other from those actively redefining them.

The Presidential Speaker Series hosts internationally recognized CEOs, presidents, and other business leaders in conversation with President Schupbach, while the Innovation Speaker Series features journalists and thought leaders in conversation with designers and creators who are engaging courageously in ways formed and unformed. Both formats will provide a forum where audiences can learn and be challenged.

Registration is now open for the following events:

Presidential Speaker Series

- Oct. 5: Felita Harris, executive director and co-founder, RAISEfashion, and author, The Designer's Path, in conversation with President Schupbach

- Oct. 12: Ronnen Harary, co-founder, Spin Master, and co-creator, PAW Patrol, in conversation with President Schupbach

- Oct. 20: Ewa Abrams, president, Kering Americas, in conversation with President Schupbach

- Dec. 2: Matthieu Befve, head of fine fragrance, Givaudan, in conversation with President Schupbach

Innovation Speaker Series

- Oct. 19: Chloe Malle, head of editorial content, Vogue, in conversation with Sally Singer, president, Art + Commerce

- Nov. 3: Tanner Richie and Fletcher Kasell, designers and co-founders, Tanner Fletcher, in conversation with Fern Mallis, author, and co-creator, New York Fashion Week

Dates will be announced shortly for events featuring the following special guests: Vanessa Friedman, fashion director and chief fashion critic, The New York Times; Corey Damen Jenkins, interior designer, CEO, and principal, Corey Damen Jenkins & Associates; Dylan Kelly, social media influencer and journalist; Emily Sundberg, creator, "Feed Me" newsletter, and FIT alum; and Edvin Thompson, designer, founder, and creative director, Theophilio, among others.

To register and learn more about "FIT Future//Forward Conversations" and FIT's collective efforts to shape the future of the college and the industries and communities it serves, visit fitnyc.edu/futureforwardseries. Events will take place in the Bob Fisch Presentation Hall in FIT's Joyce F. Brown Academic Building. For those who cannot attend in person, events will be livestreamed and recordings will be available.

For additional information and press assets, please contact Steven Bibb at [email protected].

About the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT)

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT), part of the State University of New York (SUNY), is the global laboratory for creative careers, preparing students for leadership in the 21st century. Integrating human imagination and advanced technology, FIT provides a world-class education with deep industry connections and flexible, experiential learning—at a fraction of the cost of private institutions. Founded in 1944 as a talent pipeline for New York City's historic Garment District, the college now enrolls 8,000 students in nearly 50 degree programs for art, design, business, and technology, plus 3,000 part-time learners of all ages. FIT grants AAS, BFA, BS, MA, MFA, and MPS degrees, as well as credit and noncredit certificates. Fashion Design alums include Calvin Klein, Michael Kors, Reem Acra, Stephen Burrows, Peter Do, Norma Kamali, Bibhu Mohapatra, Daniel Roseberry, and Ralph Rucci. Other prominent alums include Leslie Blodgett, creator of bareMinerals; international restaurant designer Tony Chi; actress and advocate Laverne Cox; Nina Garcia, editor-in-chief of Elle; and Kory Marchisotto, president of E.l.f. Brands. The Museum at FIT, an accredited member of the American Alliance of Museums, is the only museum in New York City dedicated to the art of fashion. Find out why FIT is built for this moment at fitnyc.edu.

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First Hospital in the Country to Enroll Patients

SPRINGFIELD, Mass., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Baystate Health announced today that it was selected to participate in a groundbreaking national clinical trial for Advanced Brain Aneurysm treatment and has enrolled the country's first three patients. The study, called PIONEER, is evaluating a next-generation flow-diverting stent (Silk Vista Baby) designed specifically for the treatment of unruptured brain aneurysms located along small blood vessels.

Silk Vista Baby, a device developed by Balt Corporation, is designed for smaller blood vessels (1.5 to 3 mm in diameter), and although this innovative device has been available internationally for several years, it has not yet been widely accessible in the United States. To make this device more broadly available, as required by the FDA, Balt Corporation launched a major clinical study, the PIONEER trial (PIvotal Study Of the Silk Vista Baby Flow Diverters iN the TrEatmEnt of Unruptured Intracranial AneuRysms). This prospective, multicenter, single-arm study includes 35 leading centers in the United States and 5 in Canada, all evaluating the safety and efficacy of the Silk Vista Baby device.

The device went through a prolonged approval process with the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), and Balt Corporation received full CMS approval. Baystate Health was selected as one of the study sites. "Baystate is proud to have been selected as a study site, a reflection of our longstanding expertise in treating brain aneurysms and our record of excellent patient outcomes," said Dr. Varun Naragum, Director of the Baystate Neuroendovascular Program. "We look forward to evaluating the safety and efficacy of the Silk Vista Baby device. Thanks to the dedication of our Clinical Trials Unit, we were able to enroll and treat the first three patients in the study within days of receiving approval, a testament to the commitment and expertise of our team."

Flow diversion is a treatment for brain aneurysms in which a doctor places a flexible mesh tube (stent) inside a main blood vessel. The stent redirects blood flow away from the aneurysm, reducing the risk of rupture. Flow diversion has become the main approach for treating unruptured brain aneurysms. However, currently available flow-diverting stents are only designed for use in larger blood vessels in the brain. As of now, no flow-diverting stent has been approved in the United States for brain aneurysms along small (distal) blood vessels.

Previously, when patients in the U.S. needed treatment and needed to utilize the Silk Vista Baby device, physicians, including those at Baystate Health, had to apply for a humanitarian device exemption (HDE) from the FDA. This process could take up to four to eight weeks, potentially delaying critical care. "Baystate Health has utilized this pathway to treat patients who could not benefit from current FDA-approved devices, underscoring our commitment to providing the most advanced care possible," said Dr. Naragum.

Participation in this study allows Baystate Health to offer eligible patients access to this advanced treatment for brain aneurysms located along small blood vessels. "The Baystate Neuroendovascular Program is one of the busiest Brain Aneurysm programs in New England, using state-of-the-art technologies to provide the best possible care for brain aneurysm patients," said Dr. Naragum.

After the study, use of the Silk Vista Baby device will be temporarily restricted to humanitarian device exemption cases, pending full FDA approval.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is a not-for-profit, integrated healthcare system with hospitals, physician practices, a health plan and more serving over 800,000 people throughout western New England. Baystate Health is the safety net provider in Western Massachusetts. With roots dating to the founding of Springfield Hospital in 1883, Baystate Health has been providing high-quality, compassionate and accessible care in the Pioneer Valley for more than 140 years and continues to be a pillar of its community – rooted here, serving here, and helping generations thrive here. With a focus on advancing health for all, Baystate is not only a keystone of the region, it is a national leader in healthcare. Learn more at BaystateHealth.org.

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OMAHA, Neb., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Everlight Solar has reached an agreement with the Nebraska Attorney General's Office resolving a lawsuit related to collegiate sponsoring and other marketing in the state.

Everlight believes that the claims made in this litigation are without merit and does not admit liability. Everlight continues to stand behind our marketing practices, our employees, and the exceptional customer experience we work to provide every day.

Everlight made the decision to settle this matter in order to avoid the litigation expense, significant time, and distraction associated with prolonged litigation and to allow our team to remain focused on what matters most: serving our customers and communities.

For more information, visit EverlightSolar.com.

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LOWELL, Mass., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Infrasense team recently completed a comprehensive 3D Ground Penetrating Radar (3D-GPR) investigation along approximately 1.37 miles of pavement along Route 133 in historic Lowell. The study area included the westbound and eastbound travel lanes, both shoulders, and the center turning lane. The team was tasked with 3D-GPR data collection and detailed subsurface data analysis in order to evaluate pavement conditions and structural components throughout the corridor.

The primary objectives of the project were to:

- Perform dowel and tie bar analysis to identify locations where these components are present, missing, shallow, and/or misaligned;

- Determine the typical dowel layout, including standard spacing and depth at transverse joints;

- Conduct a depth analysis to identify the depth to the bottom of the pavement layer across the project site; and

- Perform an activity analysis at the bottom of the pavement layer to detect any indications of underlying voids.

3D-GPR data collection was conducted using a Kontur DXG1820 sensor. Unlike traditional single-channel GPR systems, the DXG1820 utilizes 20 independent channels to capture data in three dimensions, enabling the collection of a continuous five-foot-wide swath of subsurface information.

Once 3D-GPR data was collected, analysis of dowels, tie bars, depth and activity was completed across the entire project site. These analyses were used to generate project deliverables designed to support pavement evaluation, maintenance planning, and future rehabilitation efforts. The final results of the investigation provided stakeholders with critical subsurface condition data which will be used3D to better understand pavement performance and identify areas requiring additional assessment or remediation.

SOURCE Infrasense, Inc.

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