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Irving, Texas – September 16, 2026 -- Four locations within LifeCare Home Health & Hospice Family have earned 2025 SHPBestTM awards from Strategic Healthcare Programs, ranking among the top tier of providers nationally for patient and caregiver experience.

Eternal Faith Hospice repeats as top 5% national performer

Eternal Faith Hospice in Warner Robins, Georgia, secured the 2025 SHPBestTM Hospice Caregiver Experience Award as a Premier Performer, placing it in the top 5% of SHP's national CAHPS Hospice benchmark. It is the second consecutive year the location has achieved Premier Performer status.

Wichita Falls unit joins top 5% in home health rankings

Beyond Faith Homecare's Wichita Falls, Texas team was named a Premier Performer in the 2025 SHPBestTM Home Health Patient Experience Awards, ranking in the top 5% nationally based on HHCAHPS survey results.

New York – September 16, 2026 -- The Greater New York Automobile Dealers Association (GNYADA) is marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks by detailing how the automotive industry mobilized hundreds of thousands of dollars and dozens of vehicles for recovery efforts within weeks of the tragedy.

GNYADA seeded a $250,000 disaster relief fund within two weeks of the attacks

On September 26, 2001, GNYADA announced the Greater New York Auto Dealers Disaster Relief Fund with an initial $250,000 contribution from the Association, calling on dealers, manufacturers, suppliers, and other dealer associations to add to the pool.

Nashville, Tenn. – September 16, 2026 -- XLCS Partners, Inc. served as buyside advisor to CID Capital on its investment in Kaiser Garage Doors & Gates, LLC, a deal that closed on August 14, 2026.

CID Capital completes third platform investment from its latest fund

The Kaiser transaction marks the third platform investment from CID Capital Opportunity Fund IV, L.P. CID Capital, based in Indianapolis, Indiana, is a private equity firm that takes control positions in lower middle market companies, focusing on founder- and family-owned businesses.

Kaiser brings 30-plus years of regional operations across Arizona

Headquartered in Tucson, Arizona, Kaiser installs and services residential and commercial overhead doors and gates across the Phoenix, Tucson, and White Mountains markets. The company has built its footprint over more than three decades, establishing long-standing customer relationships in the region.

St. Johns County, Fla. – September 16, 2026 -- St. Johns County has built a fiscal contingency plan around estimates showing property-tax revenue could fall by $68.3 million in Fiscal Year 2028, $136.1 million in FY 2029, and $191.6 million in FY 2032 if voters approve Property Tax Amendment 3 on Nov. 3, 2026. The projections, sourced from the Florida Office of Economic and Demographic Research, have driven a countywide budget review underway since May.

County identifies $108.6 million in spending for post-election reassessment

Staff flagged approximately $100 million in capital improvement projects for hold status, alongside $4 million tied to vacant positions, $2 million in unfunded FY 2027 roles, and $2.6 million in paused-but-recommended positions. County Administrator Joy Andrews said the approach lets officials avoid committing resources that may not be available later while protecting long-term financial stability.

Cordova, Tenn. – September 16, 2026 -- Aesthetic Management Partners (AMP) has added ATTIVA®, an intelligent subdermal radiofrequency platform developed by Italy's Tema Medicina S.R.L., to its aesthetic technology portfolio, the company announced.

ATTIVA delivers controlled thermal energy beneath the skin to remodel tissue

The platform uses a fine, insulated cannula to deliver radiofrequency energy into subdermal tissue, producing immediate collagen contraction while supporting progressive collagen and elastin regeneration. It targets the face, neck, jawline, submental area and body, and is designed as a minimally invasive option with limited downtime for most patients.

Stokke, Norway – September 15, 2026 -- Yutong Bus officially opened its first integrated European Service Center in Stokke, Norway on September 8, combining vehicle delivery, after-sales service, spare parts supply and technical training under one roof to support electric bus fleets across Norway.

Facility spans nearly 39,000 square meters with dedicated parts warehouse

The site covers approximately 38,941 square meters, including a 6,074-square-meter building and a 2,300-square-meter spare parts warehouse. The warehouse stocks 4,500 original Yutong part numbers covering batteries, motors, electronic control systems, drivetrains, chassis, steering, pneumatic and hydraulic systems, and interior and exterior components.

Belgrade – September 15, 2026 -- Former world number one Jelena Janković has been appointed Global Ambassador of EXPO 2027 Belgrade, becoming the first Serbian to join the event's ambassador team.

Janković will promote Serbia and EXPO 2027 on the international stage ahead of the event

The tennis star reached the top of the WTA rankings in 2008, won 15 WTA titles, reached the US Open final, and claimed a Wimbledon mixed doubles title. She represented Serbia at four Olympic Games.

Janković joins a roster of Global Ambassadors that includes Usain Bolt, Jackie Chan and Lin Dan

Organizers say her appointment reflects sport's capacity to cross borders and build international engagement ahead of the Belgrade event.

Janković said she was honored to be chosen and noted that for this occasion she would not need to travel to represent Serbia, as international visitors would instead come to the country.

Delft, Netherlands – September 15, 2026 -- AdJane Biosciences has published a technical white paper detailing a strategy to add a proprietary mucosal-immunity booster to established intramuscular respiratory vaccine franchises, using its clinically validated Nm-nOMV platform derived from Neisseria meningitidis outer membrane vesicles.

The paper, titled 'Boosting mRNA: Mucosal Immunity and a Platform Beyond It,' outlines a heterologous prime-boost regimen: existing intramuscular vaccines would prime systemic immunity, while an intranasal Nm-nOMV dose would generate complementary IgA responses at the respiratory mucosa, the initial entry point for pathogens.

Berlin – September 15, 2026 -- Midea has sold more than 10 million R290-based air conditioning units globally since 2018, cutting an estimated 5.2 million tonnes of CO2 equivalent, the company announced at IFA 2026 in Berlin.

Midea claims 16 straight years as the world's top producer of R290-refrigerant air conditioners

The natural refrigerant carries near-zero global warming potential, contains no PFAS compounds, and delivers roughly 10% higher energy efficiency than conventional alternatives, according to the company. Midea says the carbon reduction achieved through R290 unit sales matches the absorption capacity of 6.2 million hectares of Amazon rainforest.

Golden, Colo. – September 16, 2026 -- PlanetiQ has been named an industry partner under NOAA's new Space-Based Environmental Monitoring (SBEM) Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity contract, a vehicle running from September 1, 2026, through August 31, 2036, with a five-year base period and a five-year option.

NOAA opens new decade-long contract vehicle for commercial satellite data

The SBEM IDIQ, established by NOAA's National Environmental Satellite, Data, and Information Service (NESDIS) through its Commercial Data Program, will let PlanetiQ compete for task orders covering two data types: Global Navigation Satellite System-Radio Occultation (GNSS-RO) observations for atmospheric and ionospheric monitoring, and thermospheric neutral density data for satellite orbit prediction.

Atlanta – – September 16, 2026 -- o15 Capital Partners has successfully exited a $31 million senior secured credit facility provided to Simplify Compliance Holdings, LLC through its Emerging America Credit Opportunities fund and affiliates. Repayment followed the sale of Simplify's datacenterHawk business unit to S&P Global.

o15 realizes full repayment on $31 million facility backing Leeds Equity-owned Simplify

Simplify Compliance Holdings, a diversified provider of B2B training, events and subscription information, is backed by Leeds Equity Partners. The credit facility supported the Company's strategic objectives and Leeds Equity's value creation initiatives across Simplify's compliance, workforce training, and data and information businesses.

Arlington, Va. – September 16, 2026 -- Bloomberg Tax & Accounting has projected a 3.2% inflation increase for 2027, up from the 2.7% rise recorded for 2026, according to its newly released 2027 Projected U.S. Tax Rates report.

Bureau of Labor Statistics data gap forces 11-month calculation method

The Bureau of Labor Statistics failed to report October 2025 data, an unprecedented lapse that required Bloomberg Tax to compute the Chained Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (C-CPI-U) using an 11-month average instead of the standard 12-month period.

Plantation, Fla. – September 16, 2026 -- LUX Infusion has acquired two ambulatory infusion centers, South Jersey Pediatric and Adult Infusion Center in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and Northeast Infusion Therapy in Latham, New York, expanding its clinician-led network into two new states.

LUX Infusion adds two ambulatory infusion centers to its national network

The Plantation, Florida-based company, a portfolio holding of Frazier Healthcare Partners, said the acquisitions extend its footprint of ambulatory infusion centers (AICs) focused on physician-ordered and medically prescribed infusion therapies.

South Jersey center serves both pediatric and adult patients in Cherry Hill

South Jersey Pediatric and Adult Infusion Center delivers physician-ordered infusion services in an outpatient setting serving both pediatric and adult populations, with emphasis on medical supervision and coordination with referring physicians.

Madison, Wis. – September 16, 2026 -- Accuray Incorporated (NASDAQ: ARAY) and RaySearch Laboratories AB (publ) have signed a definitive agreement expanding their collaboration to accelerate adoption of online adaptive radiation therapy, with Accuray committing to purchase RayStation software licenses valued at $8 million.

Accuray commits $8 million to RaySearch software licenses

Under the deal, Accuray will buy specified RayStation licenses to support commercialization of online adaptive radiation therapy solutions, which both companies will jointly market and support. The agreement also brings RaySearch's RayCare technology into the partnership to simplify connectivity between clinical systems and streamline adaptive workflows.

Beijing – – September 16, 2026 -- The New Development Bank (NDB), the BRICS-backed lender championed by Chinese President Xi Jinping, has approved 139 projects worth roughly $43 billion by the end of 2025, funding renewable energy, transport infrastructure, affordable housing and clean water access across emerging markets.

Xi Jinping Joins New Delhi Summit as BRICS Marks 20 Years

Xi will attend the 18th BRICS Summit in New Delhi on September 12-13 at the invitation of Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, under the theme 'Building Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation, and Sustainability.' The gathering marks two decades of BRICS cooperation and arrives as Global South economies push for more self-reliant development models.

Washington – September 16, 2026 -- Three survivors of the Sept. 11, 2001, Pentagon attack returned to the Burn Center at MedStar Washington Hospital Center 25 years after receiving lifesaving treatment there, marking a milestone for the facility that treated 10 critically injured patients following one of the deadliest terrorist attacks in U.S. history.

Burn Center treated 10 Pentagon patients with severe burns and inhalation injuries in 2001

As the Washington region's only adult Burn Center, the facility mobilized physicians, nurses, therapists and support staff to treat patients requiring multiple reconstructive surgeries, specialized wound care, respiratory support and long-term rehabilitation. President George W. Bush and First Lady Laura Bush visited patients and staff on Sept. 13, 2001, two days after the attack.

Washington – September 16, 2026 -- The Transportation Security Administration marked the 25th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 attacks by launching its Horizon 25 Strategy, a modernization push covering all transportation modes under the Trump administration and Secretary Mullin.

TSA traces its origin to the Aviation and Transportation Security Act signed into law on November 19, 2001

President George W. Bush created the agency in direct response to the attacks that killed nearly 3,000 people, tasking it with restoring confidence in the aviation system and safeguarding freedom of movement for people and commerce.

Administrator David P. Cummins says the agency must modernize against sophisticated, evolving threats

"TSA must modernize to defend against those threats," Cummins said, framing Horizon 25 as the vehicle to advance capabilities across all modes of transportation and ensure a September 11 attack "never happens again."

New Century, Kansas – September 16, 2026 -- Butler National Corporation (OTCQX: BUKS) reported first-quarter fiscal 2027 revenue of $30.8 million, up 53% from the prior-year period, driven by a surge in aircraft modification work and a record aerospace backlog.

Net income climbs 43% to $5.3 million as operating margin expands to 24%

Operating income rose 59% to $7.4 million, while net income increased 43% to $5.3 million for the quarter ended July 31, 2026. Earnings per share rose to $0.08 from $0.06 a year earlier, reflecting margin expansion from 23% to 24%.

Delray Beach, Fla. – September 16, 2026 -- The global cryovials market is projected to grow from $0.24 billion in 2026 to $0.31 billion by 2031, expanding at a compound annual growth rate of 5.5%, according to MarketsandMarkets.

Cell and gene therapy demand drives fastest-growing application segment

The cell and gene therapy segment is set to register the highest CAGR among applications at 8.0%, fueled by expanding commercialization of CAR-T cell therapies, stem cell treatments, and gene-modified therapies. These advanced therapies require secure cryogenic storage across collection, processing, manufacturing, transportation, and administration to preserve cell viability. Manufacturers scaling from clinical to commercial production are prioritizing sterile, barcoded cryovials with secure closure systems compatible with automated storage.

Plymouth, Mich. – – September 16, 2026 -- Esperovax, Inc. has secured a Notice of Allowance from the United States Patent and Trademark Office for U.S. Patent Application No. 18/038,673, covering its engineered yeast platform for producing therapeutic proteins directly inside the body.

USPTO clears patent covering in vivo yeast-based protein expression

The allowed application, titled "Yeast-Based Expression of Therapeutic Proteins In Vivo," protects technology that uses engineered yeast administered to patients to manufacture biologic proteins within the body itself, rather than requiring external production and repeated dosing of purified biologics.