BOCA RATON, Fla., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AnswersMD, the premier concierge medicine practice delivering personalized, proactive primary care through a membership model, is excited to announce the official opening of its Boca Raton office, Royal Palm Concierge Medicine, located at 1801 S Federal Hwy, adjacent to Royal Palm Yacht Club. The office opens its doors to members today and offers the same exceptional concierge experience found at the practice's Tampa and St. Petersburg locations: 24/7 direct physician access via call, text, or video, same-day or next-day appointments, comprehensive preventive health roadmaps, extended visits, and unhurried care free from traditional insurance barriers.

This strategic expansion marks AnswersMD's first office on Florida's east coast and strengthens the practice's presence across the state, joining the flagship Tampa location at Bayshore and the St. Petersburg office on the St. Anthony's Hospital campus. Boca Raton members now enjoy executive-level medicine close to home, delivered by a double board-certified physician who limits his panel so every patient receives the time and attention they deserve.

The office is led clinically by Divino D'Alessio Jr., MD, CAQSM, DABFM, a double board-certified physician in Family Medicine and Sports Medicine. Dr. D'Alessio has served as team physician for NCAA Division I athletes at Coastal Carolina University and provided sideline coverage for regional high school programs and combat, surfing, and beach volleyball events. His clinical focus includes diagnostic musculoskeletal ultrasound, ultrasound-guided procedures, concussion management, and return-to-play protocols. At AnswersMD Boca Raton, he brings that same athletic-medicine precision to comprehensive, relationship-based primary care for active adults, athletes, and families who want evidence-based medicine centered on prevention, performance, and long-term health. Dr. D'Alessio and his family live in the area, and his wife, a psychiatrist, also practices in Boca Raton, deepening the family's roots in the community he now serves. To learn more about Dr. D'Alessio, visit AnswersMD.com.

"Opening our doors in Boca Raton is a milestone for AnswersMD and a promise to this community," said Jamie Barber, VP of Operations at AnswersMD. "We built this office the way we build every AnswersMD location: no front desk, no gatekeepers, and a physician who answers his own phone. Boca Raton is home to executives, retirees, student athletes, and active families who expect more from their healthcare, and Dr. D'Alessio is the right doctor to anchor this office. He pairs the depth of a family physician with the precision of a sports medicine specialist, with board certification in both, and the members who have already met him can feel the difference from the first conversation. Our team is ready to deliver the same seamless, personal experience here that our Tampa and St. Petersburg members have come to expect."

"Boca Raton is a community that stays active at every age, and that is exactly who this office is built for," said Dr. D'Alessio. "Whether it's a grandparent who wants to keep playing golf, a parent nursing a tennis elbow, or a kid who lives on the pickleball court, I get to be the family doctor who knows the whole story and keeps everyone moving. The concierge model gives me the time to do that right, and I'm proud to open our doors here and become part of this community."

AnswersMD members enjoy executive-level medicine, including advanced diagnostics, house calls, and a redefined healthcare experience without insurance hassles, long wait times, or rushed appointments.

The Boca Raton office is now open and accepting new members. For more information, membership inquiries, or to arrange an interview, visit AnswersMD.com or call/text 561-933-3333. Prospective members are invited to schedule a complimentary office tour and meet and greet with Dr. D'Alessio.

About AnswersMD

AnswersMD is a concierge medicine practice committed to redefining the patient-physician relationship through personalized, proactive primary care. With offices in Tampa (flagship at Bayshore), St. Petersburg (on the St. Anthony's Hospital campus), and Boca Raton (adjacent to Royal Palm Yacht Club), AnswersMD integrates executive-level medicine, advanced diagnostics, and unlimited physician access into a membership model. Founded by Dr. Douglas Shapiro and Lauren Shapiro, the practice removes insurance barriers, long wait times, and rushed visits to foster meaningful, lasting patient-physician relationships.

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Brightray Signs Prefabricated Module Sales Framework Agreement for Planned 40MW AI Data Center Project in Macao

Designed for approximately 40MW of IT capacity with a proposed five-storey FPD fully prefabricated design, the campus is expected to be delivered in the third quarter of 2027

SINGAPORE, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Brightray Science Inc. (together with its subsidiaries, "Brightray"), a majority-owned subsidiary of BUUU Group Limited (Nasdaq: BUUU), today announced that its wholly owned subsidiary, Brightray Veridian Pte. Ltd. ("Brightray Veridian"), entered into a Prefabricated Module Sales Framework Agreement (the "Framework Agreement") on September 25, 2026 with a Macao customer ("Customer"). The Customer is the developer of a planned artificial intelligence data center ("AIDC") project in Coloane, Macao (the "Project"), with the project site located at Rua das Albizias Nos 71-93, Rua Marginal da Concordia, Coloane, Macau. Based on Brightray's current design, the Project campus is designed for approximately 40MW of IT capacity and is planned to use Brightray's FPD fully prefabricated data center solution, with delivery expected in the third quarter of 2027. The Framework Agreement does not create any obligation to purchase or supply modules. The parties are required to negotiate a definitive sales contract in good faith only after Brightray Veridian has secured a tenant for the Project and the Customer has signed a legally binding lease with that tenant. If this condition is not satisfied by September 30, 2027, the Framework Agreement will terminate automatically. Pricing under the Framework Agreement is provisional and non-binding, and the final price will be determined in any definitive sales contract.

Project Overview

In line with municipal building height requirements and under the current design, the Project building is planned at up to five storeys and will be built using Brightray's FPD fully prefabricated steel-structure technology. The technology uses steel-structure modules to form the main structure of a permanent building, with interior fit-out, mechanical and electrical equipment installation, cable tray and piping prefabrication and integration, and factory inspection all completed at the factory (with a factory prefabrication rate of more than 90%). Once these modules, integrated with equipment and facilities, arrive on site, the work consists mainly of lifting, assembly and connection, and system commissioning. This can significantly reduce on-site construction and installation work, substantially cut on-site noise, dust, and electricity and water use, and lower on-site construction safety risks, making construction greener and more environmentally friendly. Site foundation and minor municipal works proceed in parallel while the modules are prefabricated at the factory, and the approach is designed to achieve construction efficiency gains of more than 30% compared with data centers of the same class.

Once completed, the data center is designed to deliver approximately 40MW of IT capacity on a compact site of approximately 9,000 square meters and to meet Tier III standards. Depending on user requirements, it can be readily adjusted to support fully air-cooled, fully liquid-cooled and hybrid air-liquid IT deployments, as well as changes across multiple power supply configurations and AC/DC upgrades, and can support IT equipment of 10kW to 500kW per rack, with phased rack deployment and phased capacity expansion. The data center will also use a water-cooled system and is designed to achieve an average PUE of below 1.35 at full IT load. The Project aims to deliver an economical, efficient, advanced and environmentally friendly data center.

The final design, scope and schedule of the Project will depend on tenant requirements and the regulatory approvals for power and land development required for the Project.

Macao's First Modular AIDC: A Demonstration Project

If completed, the Project is expected to add significant computing infrastructure to support the development of artificial intelligence in Macao. Once completed, it is expected to help enterprises and research institutions pursue AI research, development and application innovation, supporting the growth of Macao's digital economy and the appropriate diversification of its industries. The five-storey FPD design will also offer a practical reference for building multi-storey data centers in Macao using industrialized construction methods.

Enabling Multi-Storey, High-Density Data Centers with FPD

"Macao's limited space places higher demands on land-use efficiency and on the organization of on-site construction," said Mr. Bin Wang, Founder of Brightray. "Our FPD solution integrates the design of the building structure with the data center's functional systems and uses factory prefabrication to support the construction of a five-storey data center, expanding computing capacity within a limited footprint while reducing on-site construction. To meet the owner's requirements for high-density racks, the solution can be adapted to the rack layout and to power distribution and cooling needs, combining a multi-storey building with high-density computing deployment. The fully prefabricated technology can also be customized to different customer requirements, reflecting the solution's advanced capabilities and flexibility. We believe that additional AI computing infrastructure will contribute to the development of Macao's digital economy, and we look forward to working with the Customer to advance the Project. The Framework Agreement marks an important step in the expansion of Brightray's prefabricated data center business. Brightray's project delivered in Johor, Malaysia already has 70MW in operation, with a further 50MW planned."

About Brightray's FPD Fully Prefabricated Data Center Solution

FPD is Brightray's fully prefabricated solution for permanent AI data centers designed for long-term operation. It is suited to new AIDC builds, multi-storey data centers and long-term campus development. At its core, FPD integrates the design of the building structure with the data center's functional systems, using factory prefabrication to deliver permanent building assets built for long-term operation.

FPD uses steel structures as the load-bearing frame of each module; once connected on site, the modules together form the building's main structure. Factory prefabrication covers the module structure, interior fit-out, key equipment, cable trays and piping, and integrates the related power distribution, HVAC, low-voltage and selected fire protection systems. With a factory prefabrication rate of more than 90%, FPD converts much of the conventional on-site construction into manufacturing and integration work carried out in a controlled environment.

Once the foundations and necessary supporting works are complete, the prefabricated modules are delivered to site, lifted into place, joined and connected into a complete building, which is then commissioned as a whole before handover. By moving much of the construction and integration work into the factory, FPD is designed to simplify on-site execution, improve the consistency of construction quality and make construction costs more predictable.

About Brightray

Brightray is an AI infrastructure industrialization company and a 60%-owned subsidiary of BUUU Group Limited (Nasdaq: BUUU). Brightray accelerates data center deployment through prefabricated, modular and standardized solutions, with services spanning design, manufacturing, delivery and full-lifecycle support. Its portfolio of prefabricated data center solutions — fully prefabricated (FPD), in-building prefabricated (IPD) and containerized (CPD) — enables Brightray to match the right solution to each customer's computing requirements, site and building conditions, project scale and delivery timeline.

For more information, please visit www.brightraydc.com.

About BUUU Group Limited

BUUU Group Limited (Nasdaq: BUUU) has established industrialized AI data center delivery as its core growth business, operated through Brightray Science Inc., in which BUUU acquired a controlling interest in September 2026. BUUU also provides meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions (MICE) solutions, including event management and stage production, for public institutions, agencies, real estate companies and established brands.

Forward-Looking Statements

This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 27A of the U.S. Securities Act of 1933, as amended, Section 21E of the U.S. Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the U.S. Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These forward-looking statements can be identified by terminology such as "may," "will," "would," "expect," "anticipate," "aim," "estimate," "intend," "plan," "believe," "potential," "continue," "is/are likely to" and similar expressions. Forward-looking statements include statements regarding the Project, whether the condition precedent under the Framework Agreement will be satisfied, the entry into, terms and value of any definitive contract, the design, capacity and schedule of the Project, and business plans and prospects. Such statements are based on current expectations and assumptions and involve risks and uncertainties, many of which are beyond the control of BUUU and Brightray, that could cause actual results to differ materially from those contained in the forward-looking statements.

Plans October 1 Launch to Consumers

ORLANDO, Fla., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- U-wifi, a next-generation 5G home and business internet provider delivering fast, reliable whole-home Wi-Fi announced today a Mobile Virtual Network Operator (MVNO) agreement with T-Mobile to power its nationwide program focused on addressing the growing internet affordability crisis following the expiration of the FCC Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP).

The ACP previously provided 23 million eligible households with a $30 monthly internet subsidy, helping families stay connected to work, education, healthcare, and essential services. The program's expiration has widened the digital divide, particularly in economically disadvantaged communities.

U-wifi's patent-pending technology is designed to deliver affordable, accessible, and flexible wireless broadband solutions on T-Mobile's network to underserved communities, low-income households, students, seniors, veterans, and families impacted by the end of ACP benefits.

The program will combine T-Mobile's nationwide 5G wireless network with U-wifi's innovative FreeU™ ad-supported technology platform to provide high quality, affordability-focused connectivity solutions and monthly service discounts through voluntary subscriber engagement. U-wifi plans to introduce new low-cost (and potentially free) internet options to help reconnect households most impacted by the expiration of ACP benefits.

"Internet access is no longer optional — it's essential infrastructure," said Donald Workman, CEO at U-wifi. "Millions of Americans were left behind when ACP funding expired. This initiative represents a major step toward restoring affordable connectivity and ensuring communities are not digitally excluded.

"T-Mobile is committed to help more people stay connected," said Dirk Mosa, SVP, Spectrum, Wholesale & Roaming, T-Mobile. "U-wifi on the T-Mobile network is making connectivity more accessible, by delivering reliable internet access that families can count on without compromising speed or experience."

Key Program Initiatives Include:

- Affordable, simple broadband plans designed for budget-conscious households

- Connectivity support for telehealth services, students, job seekers, veterans, SNAP participants, and seniors impacted by ACP expiration

U-wifi Service Innovations Include:

- FreeU™ — Our mobile app designed to provide subscribers with monthly discounts through voluntary participation by watching ads in which one can reduce or eliminate your bill

- ProtectU™ — a first-of-its-kind consumer 5G failover solution designed to provide reliable backup internet connectivity for households

Consumer Launch:

- Planned for October 1, 2026.

U-wifi will announce additional program details, market availability, and eligibility information in the coming weeks.

For more information, visit https://u-wifi.com/.

About U-wifi: U-wifi is a nationwide 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) internet provider delivering high-performance Wi-Fi connectivity to homes and businesses. U-wifi leverages major 5G carriers, automatically connecting to strongest signal in your area with a connection that's high-speed, unlimited, always on with ProtectU™ technology, ensuring fast downloads, smooth streaming, and low latency. Our compact U-wifi gateway device plugs into a standard electrical outlet with no installation whatsoever. Through our proprietary FreeU™ platform, participating customers can watch ads and earn credits toward their monthly service, potentially eliminating their internet bill altogether as part of our affordability mission creating a more digitally inclusive world.

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Leifras Secures New Contracts with Five Municipalities: Sapporo City, Hokkaido, Adachi Ward and Edogawa Ward, Tokyo, Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture, and Miyawaka City, Fukuoka Prefecture, Accelerating the Nationwide Regional Transition of School Club Activities

New contracts expand Leifras' support across weekday and weekend sports and cultural programs as Japan's "Reform Implementation Period" advances, leveraging Leifras' No. 1 domestic track record[1] and nationwide instructor base to build school club activity infrastructure

TOKYO, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- LEIFRAS Co., Ltd. (Nasdaq: LFS) (the "Company" or "Leifras"), a sports and social business company dedicated to youth sports and community engagement, and a leading operator of children's sports schools and school club activity support businesses in Japan, today announced that it had recently secured contracts for projects related to the regional transition of school club activities and community club activities from five municipalities: Sapporo City in Hokkaido, Adachi Ward and Edogawa Ward in Tokyo, Urayasu City in Chiba Prefecture, and Miyawaka City in Fukuoka Prefecture.

Beginning in fiscal year 2026, Japan entered its "Reform Implementation Period" for school club activity reform. Municipalities nationwide are being called upon to address the declining birthrate and teacher work-style reform while also establishing environments in which children can continue participating in sports and cultural activities over the long term.

Against this backdrop, across Japan, Leifras is expanding its regional school club activity models tailored to the needs of individual municipalities, drawing on its track record of collaboration with municipalities nationwide, its large-scale instructor platform, and its operational expertise in instructor development, safety management, and information and communications technology ("ICT").

The five newly contracted projects each have distinct characteristics, including the integrated management of multiple schools and club activities on a large scale, regional transition covering all junior high schools within a ward, pilot programs that include weekday operations, and the creation of new activity opportunities encompassing cultural programs in addition to sports.

Through these initiatives, Leifras intends to develop its school club activity support business beyond the mere dispatch of instructors into sustainable social infrastructure that supports sports and cultural activities in local communities.

Social Background: Fiscal 2026 "Reform Implementation Period" and Diversification of Regional Challenges

Japan has approximately 9,800 junior high schools, and Leifras estimates the school club activity support market at approximately JPY500 billion.[2] Within this market, the regional transition and expansion of weekend school club activities are accelerating as Japan seeks to address teacher work-style reform and the increasing difficulty of sustaining school club activities amid the declining birthrate. At the same time, municipalities face increasingly diverse and complex challenges, including the management of activities on both weekends and weekdays, the transition of cultural and sports clubs into community-based activities, and the provision of equal opportunities across all schools within a municipality. The Company intends to provide customized and comprehensive solutions suited to local needs, based on its proprietary instructor platform, comprising full-time supervising personnel and a roving instructor system, together with its safety management expertise.

Diverse Regional School Club Activity Transition Models Across Five Municipalities

1. Sapporo City, Hokkaido (Population: 1,961,890[3]) | Pilot Program for a Regional Transition Model Including Weekdays

Leifras will manage community club activities and assign instructors not only on weekends but also on weekdays at approximately 10 to 15 municipal junior high schools designated by Sapporo City, covering approximately 50 to 60 club activities. Through pilot operations across multiple schools and a variety of activities, the Company intends to identify and assess issues toward establishing a sustainable operating framework.

2. Adachi Ward, Tokyo (Population: 708,442[3]) | Comprehensive, Integrated Management of 30 Club Activities at 10 Schools

Leifras will provide integrated instruction and operational management for a total of 30 club activities at 10 municipal junior high schools. In addition to technical instruction by specialized instructors, the Company will provide comprehensive support for tournament procedures, the arrangement of practice matches, and communications with parents and guardians through a dedicated application, with the aim of reducing the operational burden on schools.

3. Edogawa Ward, Tokyo (Population: 701,559[3]) | Comprehensive Support Covering All 32 Municipal Junior High Schools

Across all 32 municipal junior high schools in Edogawa Ward, Leifras will progressively manage and provide instruction of one club activity per school as a weekend community club activity. The Company will build a comprehensive ward-wide regional transition framework, including communications with parents and guardians through ICT tools and safety management.

4. Urayasu City, Chiba Prefecture (Population: 172,777[3]) | Expansion into Cultural Clubs Beyond Sports

Going beyond the conventional framework of school club activities, the Company will plan and operate cultural clubs in areas such as insects, photography, Othello, cooking, arts and crafts, outdoor activities, confectionery making and string instruments, creating new places and opportunities for children to pursue a wide range of interests.

5. Miyawaka City, Fukuoka Prefecture (Population: 25,302[3]) | Comprehensive Regional Collaboration Across 11 Community Clubs

For a total of 11 club activities comprising 10 sports clubs and one cultural club, Leifras will provide end-to-end support ranging from activity planning and safety management to insurance procedures and coordination among schools, the city, and parents and guardians, while advancing the development of a community-wide support framework.

Expanding Beyond Instructor Dispatch to Operational Infrastructure for Community Sports and Cultural Activities

The five projects demonstrate an expansion of Leifras' role beyond merely dispatching instructors to serving as operational infrastructure that connects municipalities, schools, community organizations, and parents and guardians.

In addition to securing and assigning instructors, the Company provides comprehensive functions required for community club operations, including instructor training, safety management, insurance administration, communications with parents and guardians, attendance and activity management using ICT, coordination with municipalities and schools, and assessment of future business models.

The Company's scope of support is also expanding beyond the weekend-focused regional transition of school club activities. For example, the Sapporo City project includes weekday operations, while the Urayasu City project incorporates cultural activities alongside sports.

"Reform Implementation Period" Moves into Full Swing as Regional Transition Expands Nationwide

Against the backdrop of the declining birthrate and long working hours for teachers, transitioning school club activities to a sustainable model has become a common social challenge throughout Japan.

As school club activity reform enters a new phase in fiscal year 2026, municipalities require operating systems that can address not only instructor recruitment but also safety management, operational management, coordination with schools and parents and guardians, and ICT infrastructure.

Leifras believes that the role of private-sector operators will continue to expand as municipalities nationwide advance the regional transition of school club activities, providing opportunities for the Company to expand its school club activity support business within the estimated JPY500 billion market.[2]

Accelerating Nationwide Expansion Supported by the No. 1 Domestic Track Record[1]

As of December 2025, Leifras had contracts covering 381 schools and supported 2,120 club activities, representing the No. 1 track record in Japan for regional school club activity support.

The Company also operates in all 47 prefectures in Japan and has a human resources base comprising 1,055 full-time employees and 3,544 part-time employees, providing a structure for recruiting, developing, assigning and managing instructors in response to differing regional needs.

Through the five newly announced municipal contracts and the continued application of operational expertise accumulated across Japan, the Company intends to further strengthen its business foundation for sustainably supporting the regional transition of school club activities while addressing the distinct challenges of each municipality.

Future Outlook

Under its corporate philosophy "to change and design sports," Leifras will continue to support environments in which children can participate in safe, high-quality sports and cultural activities over the long term, regardless of where they live.

The Company plans to continue to leverage its nationwide track record of collaboration with municipalities, instructor platform, and operational expertise spanning human resources development, safety management and ICT, with the aim of building social infrastructure that comprehensively provides the functions required for the regional transition of school club activities.

By accumulating and applying the knowledge and operating models developed in different regions, Leifras aims to contribute to addressing the challenges of school club activity reform nationwide while pursuing further growth of its school club activity support business.

About LEIFRAS Co., Ltd.

Americas Cardroom's Anniversary Tournament Enters Final 13 Flights

The $2.5 million guaranteed event reaches Day 2 on September 28 after a final run of Turbo and Main flights.

SAN JOSÉ, Costa Rica, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Americas Cardroom has 13 Day 1 flights remaining in its $2.5 million guaranteed 25th Anniversary Tournament. The flights run through Monday morning, September 28, ahead of Day 2 on Monday and the final table on Tuesday, September 29.

The direct buy-in is $250. Twelve remaining flights are Turbos, while the Main flight begins Sunday, September 27, at 1:05 p.m. ET. Sunday also has Turbos at 10:15 a.m. and 7:05 p.m. ET.

Thursday and Friday each have Turbo flights at 12:05 p.m., 3:05 p.m. and 6:05 p.m. ET. Saturday's three start at 1:30 p.m., 4:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. ET. The last Turbo begins Monday at 8:05 a.m. ET, before Day 2.

The cumulative-stack format lets players advance through multiple Day 1 flights and combine their surviving stacks for Day 2. Players who have already qualified may enter again to add to their total.

$33 satellites award seats in the $250 tournament, and $3.15 Super Satellites provide a path into the $33 events. Players can check the Americas Cardroom lobby for any changes to the satellite schedule.

The event follows more than two months of Day 1 flights as part of the site's 25th anniversary celebration.

Full tournament information is available on the promotion page.

About Americas Cardroom

Americas Cardroom is one of the world's leading online poker destinations, serving players since 2001. Known for major tournament series, innovative promotions, and a commitment to the poker community, the company is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026 while continuing to expand its tournament offerings and deliver world-class online poker experiences to players across the globe.

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19th Location Expands CardVault's National Footprint into the Heart of One of America's Premier Sports Cities

BOSTON, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CardVault by Tom Brady, the first national retailer dedicated to sports cards, trading cards and authenticated memorabilia, today announced the opening of a new location in the heart of downtown Indianapolis. The store marks CardVault's 19th location nationwide, continuing the brand's rapid expansion into major sports markets across the country.

Located at 2 N Meridian St., Indianapolis, IN 46204, within walking distance of Lucas Oil Stadium and Gainbridge Fieldhouse, the new store will officially open on Sunday, September 27 at 10 AM ET, bringing CardVault's immersive retail experience to sports fans and collectors of every level across Indianapolis.

"Indianapolis has an incredible sports culture and a passionate fan base, making it a natural market for CardVault," said Ed Kane, Co-Founder of CardVault by Tom Brady. "Opening our doors on a Colts game day is a great way to introduce CardVault to the city. We're excited to create a destination where longtime collectors and new fans alike can buy, trade, discover and connect around the hobby, and we're looking forward to becoming part of the Indianapolis sports community."

The store will offer a curated selection of single cards, sealed boxes, packs and collectibles from leading brands including Topps, Panini, Upper Deck, Pokémon and Fanatics Authentic. Customers can buy, sell and trade cards, and submit cards for professional grading through PSA, Beckett and SGC. The store's signature vault features a rotating selection of autographed and authenticated memorabilia, including helmets, jerseys, bats and balls.

To celebrate opening day, the first 25 customers in line will receive a limited-edition Indianapolis-themed CardVault by Tom Brady hat. Fans in line before the doors open can enter for a chance to win one of two pairs of tickets to Sunday's Indianapolis Colts game, with the winners announced in-store at 11 AM ET. Visitors throughout the day can also enter a drawing for a Jonathan Taylor signed mini helmet.

Following opening day, the Indianapolis store will be open daily from 10 AM to 8 PM and will host ongoing programming, including trade nights, special guest appearances, exclusive product launches and events designed to bring the local collecting community together.

Follow @CardVaultbyTomBrady for updates and an inside look at the Indianapolis location.

About CardVault by Tom Brady

CardVault by Tom Brady is the first national retail destination dedicated to sports cards, trading cards and collectibles, delivering a first-of-its-kind experience centered on buying, selling, trading, and grading sports cards and memorabilia. The company also operates CardVault Breaks, its rapidly growing live-streaming business where fans can join real-time card openings and community-driven collecting experiences. Co-owned by Tom Brady, Ed Kane, Randy Greenstein, Chris Costa, Tim Bonito, and Scott Heigelmann, CardVault's commitment to community, authenticity, entertainment, and exceptional customer experience sets it apart in the collectibles market. CardVault by Tom Brady was named one of Inc. Magazine's America's Fastest Growing Private Companies. CardVault curates unique collections and immersive experiences that bridge history, sports, and culture. For more information, visit www.cardvaultbytombrady.com or follow @cardvaultbytombrady on Instagram and YouTube.

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Ohio Cycling Classic Celebrates America's 250th

XENIA, Ohio, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cyclists, families and community supporters are invited to celebrate America's 250th anniversary this fall at the United Way Americana 250 Cycling Classic, set for Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Greene County Fairgrounds and Expo Center. Watch the video.

The event combines cycling, local history and family fun while raising money for the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area, serving Montgomery, Greene and Preble counties. Registration is now open, with four routes designed for everyone from casual family riders to experienced cyclists seeking a metric century challenge.

The rides will begin and end at the fairgrounds, located at 120 Fairground Road in Xenia, and are part of the well-known Tour de Gem Cycling Series. Greene County serves as the centerpiece of the event because of its extensive paved trail network, the largest in the nation.

Participants can choose from the 10-mile Liberty Ride for families, the 25-mile Pioneer Expedition, the 40-mile Heritage Quest, or the 64-mile Patriot Tour, a metric century route connecting several Greene County communities. But organizers emphasize that the event is about more than cycling.

While riders pay a registration fee, the on-site fairgrounds festivities, known as the Heritage Hub, will be free and open to the public. Visitors can enjoy food trucks, vendor displays, demonstrations and the Young Explorer Zone, featuring a bike course designed especially for small children.

"This event is a celebration of community, history and healthy living," said Tom Kelley, President and CEO of the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area. "Whether you ride 10 miles or 64, volunteer, sponsor the event or simply bring your family out to enjoy the Heritage Hub, you're helping us strengthen our community while celebrating this important milestone in our nation's history."

Businesses and organizations still have time to get involved. Sponsorship opportunities and vendor booths remain available, giving companies a chance to showcase their products and services while supporting a regional cause. Sponsorship levels range from major corporate partnerships to rest stop sponsorships, while vendor spaces are available in multiple sizes.

Community participation will be key to making the inaugural event a success. Kelley said "United Way really wants this to become a signature event for Greene County and the Miami Valley because it's an opportunity to bring people together, celebrate our shared heritage and invest in programs that improve lives throughout our region."

All proceeds from the Americana 250 Cycling Classic will benefit programs and services of the United Way of the Greater Dayton Area, supporting initiatives focused on youth opportunity, financial security, health and community resiliency throughout Montgomery, Greene and Preble counties.

Event organizers say they hope the day will bring together cyclists, families, local businesses and history enthusiasts alike for a celebration that honors the past while investing in the future. The event runs from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 11, at the Greene County Fairgrounds and Expo Center in Xenia. Registration, sponsorship information and vendor applications are now available.

Sponsors include The Dayton Foundation, Wagner Subaru, Kettering Health Network, Trek Dayton, CareSource, Greene County Convention and Visitors Bureau, GLD Communications, Warriors On Wheels, Miami Valley Regional Planning Commission. For more information, visit https://www.dayton-unitedway.org/americana-250-cycling-classic.

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The article outlines practical steps homeowners can take to improve presentation, pricing, and marketing before listing a property.

HARTSVILLE, S.C., Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- What steps can homeowners take to prepare a property for sale and achieve stronger offers in Hartsville, South Carolina? HelloNation has published the answer in an article featuring Real Estate Expert Deborah Gandy that examines how preparation, presentation, and pricing strategies can influence sales success.

The article explains that selling a home involves more than listing a property and waiting for offers. In the Darlington County housing market, factors such as condition, cleanliness, staging, and marketing can influence how quickly a property sells and the price it ultimately commands.

One of the first steps discussed is completing necessary repairs and maintenance before listing the home. Buyers often notice small issues that signal whether a property has been well cared for. Minor concerns such as dripping faucets, chipped paint, or worn flooring can affect a buyer's perception of value. Addressing these items ahead of time helps prevent them from becoming negotiation points during the sales process.

The HelloNation article also notes that modest updates can improve how a home is perceived. Replacing cabinet hardware, updating light fixtures, or installing new doorknobs can give a home a more polished appearance. Homes that demonstrate clear upkeep often attract buyers who feel more confident in the overall condition of the property.

Deep cleaning is another important preparation step highlighted in the article. Carpets, windows, kitchens, and bathrooms should be thoroughly cleaned to create a fresh and welcoming environment. Removing clutter from closets, storage areas, and living spaces allows potential buyers to better visualize how the home might function for their own needs.

The article explains that presentation also plays a key role during showings. Neutral wall colors and minimal personal décor help buyers focus on the home itself rather than the seller's personal style. A neutral setting can make rooms feel more open while allowing visitors to imagine themselves living in the space.

Home staging is another strategy discussed as part of preparing a Hartsville home for sale. Thoughtful furniture placement, lighting adjustments, and simple decorative touches can highlight the strengths of a property. In many cases, staging helps rooms appear larger and more inviting, which can improve the overall impression buyers form during tours or online listings.

Pricing strategy is equally important. The article notes that setting the right price requires reviewing recent sales of comparable homes in Hartsville. Factors such as square footage, age, features, and neighborhood amenities all influence a property's market value. A carefully considered pricing strategy helps attract serious buyers while avoiding the risks associated with overpricing.

The article also highlights the value of pre-sale inspections and full disclosure. Identifying potential concerns before listing allows sellers to address issues early or communicate them clearly to buyers. This approach can reduce surprises during negotiations and help transactions proceed more smoothly.

Marketing plays a final but essential role in the selling process. High-quality photographs, detailed descriptions, and well-designed online listings help draw attention to a property. The article explains that targeted marketing helps reach buyers who are actively searching for homes in Hartsville and across Darlington County.

Understanding local market trends can further support effective marketing. Highlighting neighborhood amenities, nearby schools, and outdoor features helps buyers see the lifestyle benefits associated with the property and its location.

Overall, the article explains that thoughtful preparation can significantly influence both buyer interest and final sale price. Addressing repairs, improving presentation, staging rooms effectively, setting the right price, and implementing strong marketing strategies can help homeowners position their property successfully within the local market.

How to Prepare Your Hartsville Home for Sale and Maximize Value features insights from Deborah Gandy, Real Estate Expert of Hartsville, South Carolina, in HelloNation.

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Chonnam University Researchers Discover How a Century-Old Solvent Can Solve Efficient Amide Synthesis

Researchers develop an efficient and scalable approach to amide synthesis using the commonly used solvent dichloromethane

JEOLLANAM-DO, South Korea, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Amide bonds are chemical linkages that are essential in biology, medicine and materials chemistry. Peptide bonds, a class of amide bonds, link amino acids together to form proteins. They are also important for medicines and making polymers. Efficient synthesis of amide bonds remains a major focus in green chemistry.

Most practical approaches for amide synthesis involve activation of carboxylic acids through suitable coupling reagents before they can react with amines to form amides. However, many commonly used reagents can be corrosive or toxic, can release hazardous byproducts, and generate substantial waste, creating challenges for large-scale synthesis. An ideal coupling reagent should be cost-effective, stable and produce only benign byproducts that can be easily eliminated.

In a breakthrough, a research team led by Professor Sunwoo Lee from the Department of Chemistry at Chonnam National University in South Korea, utilized dichloromethane as an effective coupling reagent for direct amide bond synthesis using carboxylic acids and amines. "Dichloromethane is a commonly used solvent in many chemical processes," explains Prof. Lee. "In this study, we present the successful application of this common solvent to facilitate efficient and scalable amide bond formation." The study was published online on July 6, 2026, and subsequently appeared in Volume 148, Issue 27 of the Journal of the American Chemical Society on July 15, 2026.

The researchers found that under basic conditions, carboxylates can attack dichloromethane through an SN2 reaction to generate reactive chloromethyl ester intermediates. These intermediates can then undergo acyl substitution with amines to produce amides. Using benzoic acid and benzylamine as model substrates, the researchers optimized the reaction conditions.

Initial results showed that using sodium carbonate as the base, dichloromethane as the coupling reagent, and dimethyl sulfoxide as the solvent enabled the desired amide formation in good yield. Optimal efficiency and reproducibility required a combination of 80 °C, a 12-hour reaction time, and an excess of amine.

Further experiments demonstrated a broad substrate scope across a range of carboxylic acids and amines. Notably, the researchers were able to synthesize two key pharmaceutical amides using this approach, namely an antiarrhythmic agent called procainamide with 92% yield and an antidepressant called moclobemide with 76% yield. The team also achieved direct single-step amide synthesis using carboxylic acids and ammonium bicarbonate using this approach.

The researchers further demonstrated the scalability of the method in a 100 millimole level reaction of 4-chlorobenzoic acid and 2-morpholinoethanamine, producing more than 20 grams of moclobemide with greater than 99% purity.

Mechanistic studies revealed that the reaction primarily occurs when the intermediate carboxylate attacks dichloromethane, which produces an activated ester via SN2 substitution. A competing pathway generates a methylene bis(carboxylate) intermediate, which can also undergo aminolysis and participate in further acyl transfer.

"By avoiding many conventional stoichiometric coupling reagents and reducing coupling-reagent-derived waste, our approach demonstrates that dichloromethane can provide a practical and scalable alternative for amide synthesis ," concludes Prof. Lee.

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The Association of Financial Counseling, Planning, and Education (AFCPE) Receives 2026 Power of Associations Summit Award for the FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship

WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Association of Financial Counseling, Planning, and Education® (AFCPE®) has been honored with a 2026 ASAE Power of Associations Summit Award by the American Society of Association Executives (ASAE). The ASAE Power of Associations Awards recognize associations that leverage their unique ability to convene stakeholders, inspire collaboration, and drive meaningful change. Through innovative programs, partnerships, and advocacy efforts, award recipients exemplify how associations create lasting impact that extends well beyond the members they serve. The Summit Award celebrates AFCPE for their impact in providing workforce mobility for military spouses while strengthening financial readiness in the communities they serve through the FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship.

Funded by the FINRA Investor Education Foundation and administered by AFCPE, the Fellowship addresses two military spouse challenges: persistent financial stress driven by frequent relocations, deployments, and life transitions, and chronic underemployment caused by barriers to portable, credentialed work.

AFCPE selects up to 30 qualified military spouses annually providing a structured, fully funded pathway to the Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®) certification. Funding covers education and exam costs, which supports Fellows through coursework, a proctored certification exam, and the AFC experience hours requirement. Fellows are connected to an active alumni network, the Society of FINRA Foundation Fellows, and to volunteer-led regional ambassadors who strengthen peer support, leadership, and ongoing service delivery within military-facing settings.

Since 2006, 743 Fellows have earned the AFC, providing education and support to more than 288,000 military families as part of their required experience hours. Many Fellows go on to build meaningful careers serving military families and communities domestically and internationally, extending the Fellowship's impact beyond the numbers.

"ASAE's Power of Associations Awards recognize the very best of what our community can accomplish," said ASAE President and CEO Michelle Mason, FASAE, CAE, AAiP. "This recognition honors organizations that don't simply advance their own missions - they bring people together to solve complex challenges, strengthen industries and professions, and create lasting benefits for society. AFCPE has demonstrated the vision, leadership, and commitment to make a meaningful difference, and we are proud to recognize the FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship as one of this year's outstanding achievements."

"This Fellowship is a powerful example of what becomes possible when associations and partners come together around a shared purpose," said AFCPE Executive Director Rachael DeLeon. "We saw a real challenge — military spouses needed portable, credentialed career pathways, and military families needed greater access to trusted financial guidance — and we worked together to build a solution. We are deeply grateful to the FINRA Investor Education Foundation for over two decades of partnership and impact. Together, we have helped create economic opportunity for military spouses, strengthen financial readiness for military families, and expand access to trusted financial guidance."

Learn more about AFCPE's FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellowship: https://www.afcpe.org/education/finra-foundation-fellowship/.

MEDIA CONTACT: Tara Meehan, [email protected], 614-368-1499

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AFCPE educates and equips financial professionals to serve their communities with a vision of financial well-being for all. The Accredited Financial Counselor® (AFC®) credential is accredited by The National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA), and nationally recognized by the Department of Defense and the CFPB. Please visit www.afcpe.org.

About The Power of Associations Awards

ASAE's Power of Associations Awards recognize the association community's economic and societal contributions locally, nationally and globally. ASAE will celebrate The Power of Associations Award recipients during its annual Summit Awards Dinner on September 22, 2026, at the National Building Museum in Washington, DC.

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