Frost & Sullivan has appointed Dr. Vinod K. Aggarwal as its new chief economist, tasking the veteran academic with steering global strategies on industrial policy and economic statecraft. The move marks a formal expansion of his two-decade advisory relationship with the firm as markets grapple with rapid geopolitical and technological shifts.
Conflict persists at The Dolphin Company as current leadership rejects claims made by former executives regarding an ongoing Chapter 11 asset sale. The company asserts that the process remains under the strict supervision of the United States Bankruptcy Court, dismissing allegations of legal irregularity within Mexican jurisdictions.
Starting in fall 2027, Rice University will eliminate tuition costs for students from families earning up to $200,000 annually. The initiative, an expansion of the school's signature financial aid program, aims to remove economic barriers for middle- and upper-middle-income students while ensuring graduates enter the workforce without debt.
For horse owners navigating complex supplement markets, Idaho-based Standlee is stripping back the science to a singular premise: premium forage should dictate the entire dietary structure. The company’s newly launched Forage Foundation initiative aims to standardize this principle, positioning high-quality hay as the primary driver of digestive health and performance.
Negotiations between Trilogy Metals and the U.S. Department of War remain active as the parties move toward a planned $35.6 million equity investment. The funding is earmarked for the continued exploration and development of the Upper Kobuk Mineral Projects, a vast copper-dominant mining district located in northwestern Alaska.
Less than two months after its launch, the travel technology startup The Cruise Globe has surpassed £1 million in cruise sales. Co-founded by content creator Emma Le Teace, the firm is now scrambling to recruit experienced travel advisors to handle a surge in demand that shows no signs of slowing.
Investors who purchased Capricor Therapeutics securities between December 17, 2025, and July 26, 2026, face a critical deadline to join a newly filed class action lawsuit. The Rosen Law Firm is spearheading the litigation, with the court set to appoint a lead plaintiff for the case by September 28, 2026.
Investors who purchased Barclays PLC securities face potential losses following reports of the bank's exposure to the collapsed UK lender Market Financial Solutions Ltd. The Rosen Law Firm has launched an investigation into whether the bank issued materially misleading information regarding its financial health to the public.
A 10.5% single-day stock price drop following a delayed annual report has triggered a formal investigation into TruBridge, Inc. The Rosen Law Firm is currently vetting potential securities claims, alleging the healthcare revenue cycle management company misled investors regarding its financial health and historical accounting practices.
Investors who purchased Cogent Communications Holdings, Inc. stock between February 29, 2024, and May 1, 2026, face a September 21, 2026, deadline to seek lead plaintiff status in a pending securities class action. The lawsuit alleges the company misled shareholders regarding its optical wavelength backlog and financial health.
Sequel Brands is expanding its AI-driven MOVE platform by partnering with GE Lighting, a Savant company, to synchronize home environments with user fitness goals. The collaboration aims to automate lighting and climate controls to support recovery, sleep, and physical activity, treating the living space as a tool for health.
In a high-stakes simulation of machine-speed warfare, cybersecurity firm Armadin and operations provider TENEX.ai subjected a global institution to a three-day, non-stop autonomous cyberattack. The exercise generated 17 million offensive actions, testing the limits of modern defensive infrastructure against an relentless, agentic adversary operating without human manual intervention.
Starting August 3, Physician’s Choice is rolling out its 60 Billion Probiotic® Advanced formula to 625 Costco locations across the United States. The supplement, which integrates prebiotics, ten probiotic strains, and a postbiotic into a single daily capsule, will retail for $39.99 per 75-count bottle.
With over three decades of medical technology experience, Tim Benner has been appointed President of Masimo, effective August 3, 2026. The move signals a strategic shift for the diagnostics firm as it integrates further into the Danaher Corporation ecosystem following the recent acquisition.
With the school year looming, the Children’s Museum of Brownsville is opening its doors for a final summer celebration on Saturday, August 8. Thanks to a sponsorship from SpaceX, the day-long event invites local families to explore interactive exhibits and the company’s own Boca Chica to Mars display free of charge.
Haley Wen, principal of Heritage International Capital, has been honored by Marquis Who’s Who for her work in strategic capital development and cross-border financial initiatives. The recognition arrives as her firm scales its international platform, currently managing a proprietary investment pipeline valued at over $1.3 billion.
Five top-rated family law attorneys in Washington State now include David Starks, who joins Jennifer Payseno in the 2026 Super Lawyers honors. Their inclusion in these prestigious lists reflects a rigorous selection process based on peer nominations and independent evaluations of professional achievement across the legal field.
Investors who lost more than $100,000 in Roblox Corporation stock between October 2024 and April 2026 have until August 7 to apply as lead plaintiffs. A class action lawsuit alleges the company misled shareholders regarding its organic growth potential and the impact of new age verification requirements.
With the opening of its second operations lot in Seattle, student mobility firm Zum has scaled its local footprint to cover 80% of the district's transportation network. The milestone comes as the company pushes to fill remaining driver roles ahead of the upcoming academic year in August.
Naples-based Beasley Broadcast Group will release its second-quarter financial results before the opening bell on Monday, August 10, 2026. The media company plans to host a conference call and live webcast at 11:00 a.m. ET that same morning to detail its performance to investors and analysts.
Travelers looking to bring a companion along for free can now secure a promotional pass through Southwest Airlines, provided they act before August 6. The offer targets Rapid Rewards members, allowing them to designate a travel partner for unlimited flights during a designated winter window early next year.
Financial educator Chris Sain Jr. is funding a $50,000 investment to help students at Historically Black Colleges and Universities build assets before graduation. Through his foundation, Sain is backing the MM Vested In U initiative, which aims to provide students with the capital and financial literacy required for long-term economic mobility.
Lynchburg-based BWX Technologies has entered a definitive agreement to divest its medical division to Nordic Capital in a deal valued at up to $800 million. The move allows the nuclear engineering firm to sharpen its focus on national security and commercial power, while retaining a minority stake in the radiopharmaceutical business.
South Australian startup DryFlow Magnetics has launched its first commercial-scale unit, signaling a shift toward water-independent mineral processing. The company is now exporting its patented dry magnetics platform to the United States, targeting water-stressed mining regions that require sustainable solutions for high-grade iron ore production.
Shareholders of the Highland Opportunities and Income Fund (NYSE: HFRO) will receive a regular monthly distribution of $0.0385 per share. The payout is scheduled for August 31, 2026, and will be issued to all investors of record at the close of business on August 24, 2026.
The Vegas Thrill is returning to professional competition in 2027, marking a strategic reboot for the franchise under new local ownership. Based in Henderson, the team aims to establish a permanent footprint in the Nevada sports market by prioritizing community engagement and a high-energy, family-friendly fan experience at Lee's Family Forum.
Construction workers often battle the dangerous separation of sledgehammer heads from handles, a common failure point that triggers both safety concerns and project delays. Crescent is now addressing this mechanical vulnerability with the launch of its HEADLOCK sledgehammer, featuring a specialized locking system designed to survive the harshest industrial environments.
Western University of Health Sciences officially welcomed 108 new medical students to its Lebanon, Oregon campus this week, marking the first class to enter the institution under its new identity: the Heatherington College of Osteopathic Medicine. The transition honors the university’s largest benefactor, Jeff Heatherington, and his long-standing advocacy for the field.
JELD-WEN Holding reported a $31.5 million net loss for the second quarter of 2026, yet the door and window manufacturer raised its full-year earnings guidance. CEO William J. Christensen cited improved productivity and disciplined cost management as the drivers behind the company's first year-over-year EBITDA growth in ten quarters.
The Massachusetts Nurses Association has lodged a second unfair labor practice charge against Brigham and Women’s Hospital, alleging that management is retaliating against staff for their participation in a historic July strike. The filing claims the hospital is now imposing punitive scheduling changes on veteran critical care nurses.
