During the historic Artemis II mission, NASA’s Orion spacecraft successfully executed a 70-minute Rendezvous and Proximity Operations demonstration. The complex navigation exercise, which involved precise maneuvering near the Space Launch System’s Interim Cryogenic Propulsion Stage, relied on the CFC-400XS flight computer developed by San Diego-based firm Innoflight.
Founded in an Old Town Alexandria office on April 1, 2001, Envision Consulting is celebrating a quarter-century of operation. The managed IT provider has evolved from traditional break-fix support into a regional hub for cloud integration, remote work infrastructure, and, most recently, enterprise-grade artificial intelligence deployment.
Eight consecutive years of industry accolades define the internal trajectory at EnableComp, which earned the 2026 USA TODAY Top Workplaces award this week. The Franklin-based firm secured the honor for the second year running, standing out among more than 40,500 organizations evaluated for their commitment to employee-centric culture.
“Most initial access comes from employees with the best intent making mistakes, choices for convenience and speed, or misjudgment, not malicious actors,” says industry veteran Jacob Berry, who today stepped into the role of Chief Information Security Officer at San Francisco-based platform Fable Security.
Across 12 distinct communities, Monterey County is positioning its rugged Central Coast landscape as a versatile wellness destination. By moving beyond traditional spa tropes, the region’s latest initiative emphasizes a diverse spectrum of restorative practices, ranging from high-intensity outdoor adventure to quiet, nature-based sensory resets.
Illumina has appointed Daniel M. Skovronsky, MD, PhD, to its board of directors, signaling a strategic pivot toward deeper integration with pharmaceutical research. The move, effective June 16, 2026, brings the Eli Lilly executive’s expertise in drug discovery and clinical development into the heart of the genomics giant’s leadership.
Subaru of America directed more than $26 million to charitable causes through its 2025 Share the Love event, marking a centerpiece of the automaker’s eighth annual Corporate Impact Report. The company also eliminated 120,000 pounds of single-use plastic from its supply chain while logging 15,000 employee volunteer hours.
Ninety-six percent of patients treated with the MISHA Knee System reported significant pain relief five years after surgery, according to new data published in the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. The study confirms that the implantable shock absorber provides a durable alternative for those avoiding total knee replacement.
Supermicro has unveiled a new lineup of edge computing systems integrated with Intel Core Ultra Series 3 and Core Series 2 processors. Designed for retail, manufacturing, and logistics, the hardware targets real-time AI inferencing in space-constrained environments by utilizing high-bandwidth memory and discrete GPU acceleration.
A new two-year grant from the Caterpillar Foundation will fund engineering and computer science programs in 13 U.S. communities starting in the 2026-27 school year. This partnership with Indianapolis-based Project Lead The Way aims to integrate industry-relevant curriculum into high school classrooms to better prepare students for modern workforce demands.
During the NASCAR race weekend at Naval Base Coronado, Suburban Propane deployed a novel mobile charging solution to power electric vehicles. By using renewable propane-fueled generators to feed battery storage systems, the partnership with ABB and Kempower demonstrated a path for off-grid, high-demand charging in temporary locations.
Ballard Power Systems has entered a definitive agreement to acquire UK-based GeoPura for an enterprise value of approximately $400 million. The move aims to transform the Canadian fuel cell developer into a vertically integrated energy-as-a-service provider, combining Ballard’s technology with GeoPura’s established stationary power infrastructure and hydrogen logistics.
Set against the backdrop of the Texas Hill Country, Merit Advisors is convening top energy industry executives this September for the ELITE Invitational. The three-day summit at La Cantera Resort & Spa focuses on identifying and capturing overlooked financial value across the complex energy supply chain.
The Composites Institute plans a massive scaling of its workforce development programs, adding 53 new training sites by 2030. Supported by the Department of War, the initiative aims to bridge the national manufacturing skills gap through expanded apprenticeships and early-education outreach reaching over 50,000 students nationwide.
“There is no such thing as luxury plastic,” says founder Pierre Wizman, as his marketplace BLACKSHEEP launches in the U.S. to disrupt the eyewear industry. By bypassing traditional retail showrooms and marketing layers, the platform aims to expose the stark gap between production costs and current consumer retail prices.
Filmmaker Kellie Madison is turning to Indiegogo to fund Nenu the Magical Wizard, a multi-platform brand targeting children aged 4–10. By integrating animation, music, and books, the project aims to provide emotional tools for kids struggling with self-esteem and the rising pressures of modern childhood.
A first-of-its-kind study published in OTO Open confirms that the Energizer Ultimate Child Shield™ can mitigate esophageal tissue damage if ingested. Despite this technological advancement, the American Academy of Otolaryngology–Head and Neck Surgery warns that swallowing remains a life-threatening medical emergency requiring immediate intervention.
Oklahoma-based Wheeler Bio has launched a redesigned website to mirror its transition into a fully integrated contract development and manufacturing organization. The new digital interface highlights the company’s ability to shepherd antibody-based therapeutics through every stage of development, from initial gene selection to final cGMP-certified manufacturing processes.
A massive 40,000-square-foot fitness center is set to debut in Georgetown, Texas, this winter. Operated by franchisee The Undefeated Tribe, the $11 million project at 205 Jesse Cocke Drive introduces the company’s latest design concept, aiming to blend high-end athletic training with entertainment for the local Austin-area market.
The Armed Services YMCA and Navy Federal Credit Union are entering the second year of a partnership designed to address the chronic shortage of affordable childcare for junior enlisted families. By targeting markets where demand drastically outstrips supply, the collaboration aims to provide flexible, non-traditional care options for service members.
To break the Guinness World Record for the largest mass vow renewal, 1,594 couples must gather at Maimonides Park on July 8, 2026. The event, held during a Brooklyn Cyclones game, marks the 20th anniversary of Dave and Carrie Kerpen, who famously wed at the same stadium in 2006.
Seven victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans have cemented AF Corse USA as a titan of endurance racing, and now the team is aligning its performance-driven ethos with a new partner. Caffeine pouch brand FRISS has joined the racing organization as an official partner for the remainder of the 2026 season.
Shoppers at CVS Pharmacy locations nationwide can now find Jackson’s snack products on store shelves, marking a significant retail expansion for the brand. The partnership aims to satisfy growing consumer demand for convenient, wellness-focused snacks made with avocado oil and free from common allergens and seed oils.
Tired of the relentless cycle of outrage and political polarization, a new coalition is betting that Minnesotans still share more common ground than they realize. The newly launched Minnesota: Land of Neighbors campaign aims to move beyond superficial debate by facilitating honest, face-to-face dialogue across ideological and geographic lines.
At the Eurosatory 2026 defense exhibition, the integration of artificial intelligence into battlefield hardware moved from concept to combat-ready reality. With global military drone spending projected to exceed $55 billion by 2032, manufacturers are racing to deploy autonomous swarms capable of operating in contested environments with minimal human guidance.
Cassandra “Casey” Perkins has stepped into the role of Chief Business Officer at Santa Fe-based Mercury Bio, effective June 22, 2026. The promotion signals a strategic shift for the biotech firm as it advances its intracellular immunotherapeutic pipeline toward clinical trials for neurodegenerative conditions like Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s.
Dubai-based Letsia Holding is entering a new strategic phase defined by governance reform and international expansion. Under Chairman Mohamed Rabie Moawad, the conglomerate is pivoting from its initial venture-building model toward long-term institutional maturity, targeting deeper integration across its technology, fintech, and digital infrastructure portfolios in Europe and the Middle East.
Quark Expeditions has initiated its earliest season launch in 35 years, opening bookings for over 70 Arctic and Antarctic voyages scheduled for 2028 and 2029. The expansion introduces specialized photography workshops and land-based extensions, marking a shift toward more immersive, structured engagement with remote polar environments.
Trading firms can now access real-time order imbalance metrics for Nasdaq TotalView directly through the dxFeed QD model. By visualizing supply and demand dynamics before opening and closing auctions, the firm provides institutional traders a window into market intent at the most volatile moments of the trading day.
As insurance carriers retreat from fire-prone regions, Incline Village-based Wildfire Pro Shop is deploying an EPA-certified fire-retardant spray program designed specifically for the complex structural needs of Tahoe-Truckee townhome clusters, aiming to stabilize insurance premiums and mitigate risks for local homeowners' associations.
