General Industry

New York – September 25, 2026 -- European companies participating in the UN Global Compact posted an average sustainability contribution score of 58.2 out of 100, according to the second edition of the European Private Sector SDGs Stocktake released around the United Nations General Assembly.

The study, compiled by UN Global Compact Networks in Bulgaria, Finland, France, Germany, Italy, the United Kingdom and Türkiye, analyzed 136 data points from 5,793 participant companies across 21 European countries. It marks the first attempt to quantify the private sector's contribution to the 2030 Agenda at this scale.

Health commitments outperform environmental action across Europe

SDG 3 on health recorded the highest contribution score at 73.6, while climate action under SDG 13 lagged at 45.8. Only 28.1% of responding companies have developed a climate adaptation plan, exposing a gap between stated commitments and operational execution.

New York – September 25, 2026 -- A $900 million utility-tech agreement, a $140 million biotech raise and a machine-vision acquisition topped this week's most consequential B2B disclosures distributed via PR Newswire.

Georgia Power and Google strike $900 million nuclear capacity deal

Georgia Power and Google reached an agreement projected to deliver approximately $900 million in customer benefits while expanding nuclear generation in Georgia. Pending approval from the Georgia Public Service Commission, Google will support uprates at the utility's Plant Vogtle and Plant Hatch nuclear units, adding roughly 96 megawatts of new grid capacity.

Beijing -- Chinese President Xi Jinping announced on September 24, 2026 that China will invite 100,000 young Americans for exchange and study programs over the next five years, a pledge made during a White House welcome ceremony marking his state visit to the United States.

Xi unveils five-year youth exchange initiative during Washington visit

The commitment followed a wave of grassroots engagement, including nearly 100 students from 10 US universities who participated in youth exchanges in China and later wrote to Xi describing their experiences. Harvard faculty member Marlon Forrester and Columbia University student Joey Zhang, among the letter writers, told CGTN the initiative represents a foundation for sustained bilateral exchange.

Vancouver, BC – September 24, 2026 -- 1911 Gold Corporation has filed a National Instrument 43-101 Technical Report confirming an Inferred Mineral Resource of 3,314,000 tonnes grading 6.68 grams per tonne gold, containing 712,000 ounces, at its 100%-owned Ogama-Rockland Gold Project in southeastern Manitoba.

Updated resource estimate follows August 11 disclosure

The Technical Report, dated September 24, 2026 with an effective date of August 6, 2026, formalizes the 2026 Mineral Resource Estimate first announced by the company on August 11, 2026. It has been filed on SEDAR+ and posted to the company's website. The report was prepared by Tim Maunula, P.Geo, of T. Maunula & Associates Consulting Inc., and Roselyn Yeboah, P.Eng, of 1911 Gold, both designated Qualified Persons under NI 43-101.

Vancouver – September 23, 2026 -- New Pacific Metals Corp. has filed its fiscal 2026 annual report on Form 40-F with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.

Filing includes full audited financials and project disclosures

The Form 40-F contains the Company's fiscal 2026 annual audited financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, and annual information form. The documents are accessible on New Pacific's website and via the SEC's public filing system.

Vancouver-based miner advances two Bolivian precious metals projects

New Pacific is developing the Silver Sand project in Potosí, Bolivia, which the Company describes as having potential to become one of the world's largest silver mines. Its Carangas Silver–Gold project in Oruro adds scale and regional exploration potential to the portfolio. Both projects remain in the permitting stage, with New Pacific citing nearly a decade of operating experience in Bolivia.

Grants Pass, Oregon – September 23, 2026 -- Blue Moon has agreed to acquire 100% of the Turner copper-gold-zinc-silver-cobalt project in Oregon, targeting a combined processing hub with its Blue Moon Mine that would feed a new 1,800 tonnes-per-day mill at the Springer complex in Nevada.

The definitive agreement was executed on September 22, 2026, with completion expected in November 2026, subject to TSX-V approval. The transaction covers approximately 634 acres of private land and 15 unpatented lode mining claims, including three patented claims totaling 60 acres, all subject to an existing 1.5% net smelter return royalty and no other encumbrances. No off-takes or streams have been sold on the project, and no finders' fees are being paid on the arms-length deal.

Vancouver – September 23, 2026 -- OceanaGold Corporation (TSX: OGC) (NYSE: OGC) confirmed that President and CEO Gerard Bond will retire in April 2027, ending a five-year tenure that saw the gold and copper producer post sustained gains in operational and financial performance.

Board Hires Spencer Stuart to Lead Global CEO Search

OceanaGold's Board of Directors has engaged Spencer Stuart, an international executive search firm, to evaluate internal and external candidates for the top role. Bond has agreed to remain CEO through his departure in the second quarter of 2027 and will subsequently serve as Special Advisor to the Board and his successor for a further six months to support the transition.

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho – September 23, 2026 -- Star Gold Corp. (OTCQB: SRGZ) will present to individual and institutional investors at the Emerging Growth Conference on September 24, 2026, giving shareholders and analysts a live, interactive session with the company's leadership.

CEO Lindsay Gorrill takes questions in 30-minute fireside chat

Gorrill is scheduled to speak at 1:45 PM Eastern time for 30 minutes, participating in a Q&A/fireside chat format. Investors can submit questions in advance or during the live event, with an archived webcast to follow on EmergingGrowth.com and the Emerging Growth YouTube Channel for those unable to attend in real time.

Vancouver – September 23, 2026 -- Silvercorp Metals Inc. (TSX/NYSE American: SVM) has postponed its annual general and special meeting from September 25 to October 2, 2026, after its Board approved a broadened package of Articles amendments beyond the Hong Kong Stock Exchange listing alignment originally proposed in the August 12 management circular. The proxy voting deadline has been pushed to September 30, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. Pacific time to give shareholders time to review the expanded resolution.

Louisville – September 22, 2026 -- The TurfMutt Foundation will stage two signature charity events at Equip Exposition 2026 in Louisville, Kentucky, benefiting longtime partner Kentucky Humane Society (KHS).

Mulligan's 5K Fun Run & Walk kicks off October 21 at the TurfMutt Foundation Great Lawn.

Participants will depart from the Great Lawn at Waterfront Park and cross the Ohio River via the historic Big Four Pedestrian Bridge. All registrants receive a commemorative shirt and finisher medal, with proceeds directed to KHS.

The 8th Annual Mulligan's Mutt Madness adoption event runs October 22 at the Kentucky Expo Center.

Held inside Mulligan's Garden Park, a custom-built indoor green space, the event allows Equip attendees to meet and adopt rescue dogs from KHS. Since its launch, Mutt Madness has placed more than 130 dogs with industry professionals and attendees.