Best Lawyers Recognizes Four Attorneys at Westchester County Elder Law Firm Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP

August 20, 2026 8:00 AM

The law firm of Enea, Scanlan & Sirignano, LLP, with offices in White Plains and Somers, N.Y., is pleased to announce that Westchester County elder law attorney Anthony J. Enea, Esq., managing partner, has been named the Best Lawyers® 2027 Trusts & Estates "Lawyer of the Year" in White Plains. Mr. Enea, along with partner Sara E. Meyers, Esq., was also selected for inclusion in the 33rd edition of The Best Lawyers in America in the practice...

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Wedgewood Weddings Expands New England Portfolio With Acquisition of Merrimack River Estate

August 20, 2026 8:00 AM

Wedgewood Weddings & Events, the nation's leading provider of all-inclusive wedding venues and services, announced today the acquisition of Merrimack River Estate in Tyngsborough, Massachusetts. The venue will operate as Merrimack River Estate by Wedgewood Weddings, adding a distinctive riverside manor to Wedgewood Weddings' national portfolio and expanding the company's footprint in New England. Set along the Merrimack River valley roughly 35...

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Dominica to Build World's Tallest Parrot Statue

August 20, 2026 6:35 AM

The Commonwealth of Dominica is set to build the world's tallest and largest parrot statue, which will be installed at the top station of the cable car. The statue will be a monumental brass replica of the Sisserou Parrot, the country's national bird. The 23-foot-tall statue of the nation's endemic Sisserou Parrot will stand on a 7-foot-tall marble pedestal. The brass sculpture will weigh approximately 4,700 kilograms (10,300 pounds) and is...

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Dr. Roger Wu, CEO of 20Slash20 Inc, to Present The Eye Drink Company Overview at Moody's Capital 2026 Disruptive Growth and Life Sciences Conference September 9-10

August 20, 2026 6:00 AM

As an incubated client of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (GGII), 20Slash20, Inc., a health and wellness company focused on advancing eye health awareness through innovative consumer products and education, announced today that Dr. Roger Wu, Founder and CEO of 20Slash20, will present the company's vision, growth strategy, and market opportunities at the Moody's Capital 2026 Disruptive Growth and Life Sciences Conference September 9-10. Dr. Wu's...

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Simply Trees Order Data Shows Spring Outpaces Fall for Tree Planting in Every State

August 20, 2026 3:50 AM

Simply Trees, a family-run online nursery, has released findings from two years of customer order data showing a clear nationwide preference for spring tree planting. In 2025, 46% of the year's orders were placed between March and May, compared with 19% between September and November. Data from 2024 showed a similar pattern, with 49% of orders occurring during the spring months and 14% during fall. The findings are notable because fall can offer...

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On X, a Recurring Debate Over Free AI Assistants Highlights What Ordinary Users Actually Want

August 20, 2026 3:20 AM

A recurring wave of posts about China's free AI assistant is becoming a neat snapshot of what most users actually want - a daily helper that just works, and doesn't charge. There is a type of post on X that keeps resurfacing, and lately it has been getting attention again. The content is simple: a post shows a Chinese user getting quick, useful answers from a free AI assistant, and the comments keep landing on the same point - many commenters...

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3 Ways to Slay: CurlyMe 3-In-1 Half Wig Sparks a New Hair Revolution

August 20, 2026 2:50 AM

Black women constantly hunt for affordable, low-effort, and protective hair solutions. The CurlyMe 3-in-1 half wig easily became one of the top picks out there. It's super versatile, made with top-tier quality, and simple enough for beginners. Make one purchase and get three trendy wig styles to totally revolutionize your hair game. The Revolutionary 3-In-1 Design A star feature of the CurlyMe half wig is its flexible 3-in-1 design, and it's...

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Gold Loan Calculator: How to Estimate Your Jewelry or Loan Value at Home

August 20, 2026 2:20 AM

Before the sowing season starts, a farmer in Belgaum will often weigh two gold chains on the kitchen scale he uses for flour, working out roughly what a lender might give him. A shopkeeper in Surat does the same with his wife's bangles when a supplier wants paying early. Neither wants to walk into a branch with no idea of the number they ought to be hearing. That number is far easier to work out at home than most borrowers imagine. What the...

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HeyPolo Reviews 2026: Could This Be the Family Location App You’ve Been Hoping to Find?

August 19, 2026 7:55 PM

Disclosure: this is a paid advertorial, and a commission is earned if you purchase through links in this article. This content is promotional in nature and is intended for consumer education regarding a commercially available product. Product claims are attributed to the brand and aren't independently endorsed. HeyPolo is a digital, subscription-based location-sharing app - not a medical device, not an emergency service, and not a substitute for...

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Second Healthcare Professional Sues St. Bernard Parish Hospital, Ochsner Health, and Gastroenterologist Over Alleged Sexual Assault While Sedated

August 19, 2026 5:00 PM

A second patient has filed suit against Dr. David Allen Beary, St. Bernard Parish Hospital, and Ochsner Health, alleging she is one of several sedated patients the gastroenterologist assaulted during procedures at the Chalmette hospital this spring. Like the plaintiff in the first suit, she is a healthcare professional herself. The new petition, filed August 17, 2026, in the 34th Judicial District Court for the Parish of St. Bernard, was brought...

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THE D I O R GROUP-Led Consortium Pre-Qualifies for Saudi Arabia Five Sports Clubs Privatization & Investment Program

August 19, 2026 4:47 PM

A consortium led by THE D I O R GROUP (TDG) has been pre-qualified by the Ministry of Sport ("MOS") and the National Center for Privatization & PPP ("NCP") to participate in the next phase of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia's Five Sports Club Privatization & Investment Program. The Consortium has received a Notice of Pre-Qualification ("NPQ") and will now be invited to submit a binding proposal at the forthcoming Request for Proposals ("RFP") stage....

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Konica Minolta Appoints Steven Powers as President, U.S. Direct Sales & Service

August 19, 2026 3:08 PM

Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. (Konica Minolta) today announced the appointment of Steven Powers as President, U.S. Direct Sales & Service, effective August 17, 2026. Powers joins the company at a pivotal moment in its evolution, as Konica Minolta advances its Direct Sales model and broadens how it brings its breadth of capabilities to market. He will report directly to Sam Errigo, President & CEO, and serve as a member of the...

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Gina Potter Launches "Lead With Stability" Public Pledge

August 19, 2026 2:00 PM

Dr. Gina Acosta Potter, longtime California educational leader and in her ninth year as the Superintendent of the San Ysidro School District, announced the launch of the Lead With Stability Pledge, a public commitment focused on consistency, trust, collaboration, listening, genuine care, and long-term thinking in schools and communities. The pledge comes at a time when many schools across the country are facing misinformation campaigns about...

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The Mortgage Office and SFR Analytics Debut TMO Analytics, a New Market Intelligence Tool for Private Lenders

August 19, 2026 12:40 PM

The Mortgage Office (TMO), a leading provider of loan management software, today announced the launch of TMO Analytics, a new product that combines proprietary loan performance insight with deep market intelligence from SFR Analytics. Private lenders can now benchmark their portfolios against real market performance, leveraging aggregated data drawn from hundreds of thousands of RTL and DSCR loans. TMO acquired SFR Analytics last month, paving...

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Leading Funeral Directors Unite Behind National Campaign to Raise Standards for Funeral Officiants

August 19, 2026 12:35 PM

Some of the UK's most respected independent funeral directors have united behind a national campaign calling for higher standards and greater accountability for funeral officiants, as support for the Funeral Officiant Authority (FOA) continues to grow. The endorsements come following the launch of the Funeral Officiant Authority and its independent national register, established to address the fact that anyone can currently describe themselves...

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Engage2Excel Recognized by HRO Today as Employees Seek More Meaningful Workplace Connection

August 19, 2026 12:00 PM

As employers look for new ways to keep people connected, motivated and committed, employee recognition is becoming a more visible measure of workplace culture and business health. Engage2Excel Inc., a provider of recruitment, recognition and engagement solutions, has been named a top employee recognition provider in HRO Today's Baker's Dozen Customer Satisfaction Ratings: Recognition, ranking No. 4 among overall leaders for 2026. It is the...

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Astroport and XelerateVR Announce Strategic Partnership to Advance Lunar Construction with Human-Operated Robots, Spatial Computing, and Human Performance Technology

August 19, 2026 11:00 AM

Astroport Space Technologies and XelerateVR today announced a strategic partnership to make lunar construction safe and scalable. The companies plan to pair humanoid robots on the Moon with human operators who control them via full-body-tracked, 360-degree VR treadmills. The partnership brings together Astroport's lunar construction technology and XelerateVR's full-body motion platform to advance lunar operations. Together, the companies aim to...

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Timothy Kolkmann Introduces Personal Leadership Framework for Everyday Life

August 19, 2026 10:45 AM

Timothy Kolkmann has introduced a personal leadership framework based on lessons developed throughout his professional experience in public service and business. The framework reflects the values that have shaped his approach to leadership and encourages people to focus on integrity, patience, accountability, and service in their everyday lives. Rather than viewing leadership as something reserved for executives, managers, or people with formal...

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Nextaff Owner, Lisa Meyers, Recognized Among Nashville's Top 100 Business Leaders

August 19, 2026 10:37 AM

We are pleased to announce NEXTAFF of Nashville and NEXTAFF of Jackson owner Lisa Meyers is a 2026 Nashville Titan 100 honoree. The Titan 100 program recognizes Nashville's Top 100 CEOs & C-level executives. They are the area's most accomplished business leaders in their industry, using criteria that include demonstrating exceptional leadership, vision, and passion. Together, the 2026 Nashville Titan 100 honorees and their companies generate...

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New Issue Brief Breaks Down OECD's Guidelines for Corporate Due Diligence on AI

August 19, 2026 10:35 AM

Sustainability consulting and research firm Governance & Accountability Institute (G&A) has released a new issue brief describing the OECD's Guidance for Responsible AI Due Diligence and how it can be used to inform each company's enterprise-wise strategy. The brief also explains how the Guidance maps to existing global legislation on AI use. The brief, titled "New Guidance from OECD on Responsible AI: What Companies Need to Know," presents a...

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