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Sciens Building Solutions Expands Texas Presence
Sciens’ Texas growth continues with the addition of Fire Safe Protection Services in Houston. SAN FRANCISCO, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sciens Building Solutions ("Sciens”) today announced it has welcomed Houston, Texas-based Fire Safe Protection Services to its expanding portfolio of companies in the United States. Fire Safe Protection Services was established in 1982 and provides integrated fire, security, sprinkler, monitoring, and communication systems for various verticals, including
Read more →HiTHIUM Strengthens EU Compliance Readiness with TÜV Rheinland Certificate of Conformity for C&I Energy Storage Products
XIAMEN, China, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- On July 29, TÜV Rheinland, an internationally recognized independent third-party testing, inspection and certification organization, awarded Xiamen Hithium Energy Storage Technology Co., Ltd. ("HiTHIUM”) a Certificate of Conformity with the EU Battery Regulation (EU) 2023/1542 for its commercial and industrial (C&I) products. The Certificate confirms that the assessed HiTHIUM C&I energy storage products comply with the applicable requirements of R
Read more →Upbound Launches Platform to Unify Cloud and AI Infrastructure Operations
New release gives platform teams one view, one API and one governance model across their entire fleet of control planes, built for both engineers and AI agents SAN MATEO, Calif., Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Upbound, the company behind Crossplane, today announced Upbound V3, a major expansion of its infrastructure platform designed to give enterprises a unified way to operate and govern cloud and AI infrastructure across clouds, data centers and teams. Enterprise infrastructure is increasin
Read more →BC health research pursues precision, genetics-based care for three conditions
VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A person’s DNA can help predict suitable treatments, medications and nutrition for them, leading to better personalized care. Three Genome British Columbia (Genome BC) funded projects are putting personalized care into practice; each translating genetic insights for specific medical uses. Two of the three projects aim to lower costs and improve access to personalized medicine through off-the-shelf pharmacogenetic testing and genetica
Read more →Landers Superstore strengthens community ties with LSGHAA through exclusive membership program
LANDERS Superstore, the country’s fastest-growing membership shopping destination, has officially partnered with the La Salle Green Hills Alumni Association (LSGHAA) to provide exclusive benefits to the LSGH community through a special membership promotion supported by Chinabank. The partnership was formalized during a contract signing ceremony at Landers Arcovia on June 10, 2026. The event was attended by officers and board members of LSGHAA, led by President Jose Luis Angel Orosa and Vic
Read more →Form 8.5 (EPT/RI)-Gamma Communications Plc
FORM 8.5 (EPT/RI) PUBLIC DEALING DISCLOSURE BY AN EXEMPT PRINCIPAL TRADER WITH RECOGNISED INTERMEDIARY STATUS DEALING IN A CLIENT-SERVING CAPACITY Rule 8.5 of the Takeover Code (the "Code”) 1. KEY INFORMATION (a) Name of exempt principal trader:Investec Bank plc(b) Name of offeror/offeree in relation to whose relevant securities this form relates: Use a separate form for each offeror/offeree Gamma Communications Plc(c) Name of the party to the offer with which exempt principal trader is connecte
Read more →Cebuana Lhuillier triumphs at the Stevie International Business Awards
CEBUANA Lhuillier secured multiple awards at the prestigious Stevie International Business Awards, highlighting its leadership in financial inclusion, innovative communications, and initiatives that create meaningful value for customers and communities. President and CEO Jean Henri Lhuillier received three individual distinctions — Most Innovative Content Creator of the Year (Gold) for Money Guro, which uses accessible and engaging social media content to make financial education more rele
Read more →SK hynix Accelerates 40 Trillion won Share Repurchase and Cancellation Program, Pursues Shareholder Return Expansion to 'Over 50% of FCF'
Board approves resolution on August 19 to repurchase and fully cancel 40 trillion won of treasury sharesDecision reflects the view that intrinsic value-driven by business competitiveness and cash generation capability-is underrepresented in current share priceLargest treasury share cancellation in the history of the South Korean listed companies; to be executed ahead of schedule within program periodCompany to expand shareholder return target from the previous "within 50% of cumulative FCF" to "
Read more →Space-Station Chicken-Wing Roast: Simple Steps Behind Decades of Engineering Efforts
BEIJING, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A news report from China Science Communication: What does it take to grill chicken wings aboard a space station? Much like on Earth, it seems to involve just three easy steps: place the wings inside the oven, roast them, and take them out once fully cooked. This remarkable milestone first unfolded aboard China's Tiangong Space Station in November 2025. Astronauts from the Shenzhou-20 and Shenzhou-21 crews operated a newly-delivered space-certified hot-air o
Read more →SQM Reports Earnings for the Six Months Ended June 30, 2026
HighlightsSQM reported total revenues for the six months ended June 30, 2026 of US$4,228.5 million compared to total revenues of US$2,079.3 million for the same period last year.Net income for the six months ended June 30, 2026 of US$1,024.7 million or US$3.59 per share, compared to US$225.9 million or US$0.79 per share for the same period last year.In lithium: record-high quarterly sales volumes surpassing 84 thousand metric tons of Lithium Carbonate Equivalent (LCE).In Iodine: record-high sale
Read more →Jyske Realkredit explores the possibilities of issuing a new euro denominated benchmark covered bond
To Nasdaq Copenhagen A/S 19 August 2026 Announcement no. 69/2026 Jyske Realkredit explores the possibilities of issuing a new euro denominated benchmark covered bond Jyske Realkredit has mandated Jyske Bank, Danske Bank, Erste Group Bank, DZ Bank and RBC Capital Markets to explore the possibilities of issuing a new euro denominated covered bond out of capital centre E. A benchmark transaction is expected to be launched. Questions may be addressed to Lars Haslov, Head of ALM, tel. (+45) 89 89 92
Read more →New 'Insidious' reflects anxiety of being a new parent — director
LOS ANGELES — When he sat down to write "Insidious: Out of the Further," the sixth installment of the blockbuster horror franchise, director Jacob Chase channeled his fears over a major life event: becoming a parent. "I became a dad for the first time, and I was terrified of being a dad," he told Agence France-Presse. "I was really nervous I would raise my child in the wrong way, and I was thinking about parenting almost in opposition of how I was raised." The resulting movie, which opens
Read more →Ex-PBB housemate Edward Barber announces engagement
MANILA, Philippines — Former “Pinoy Big Brother” housemate Edward Barber is engaged to his non-showbiz partner, Ricki Umali. Barber shared the news while speaking at Favor Church Manila, where he serves as a pastor-in-training. He recalled being single the last time he spoke at the church before revealing that his relationship status had changed. “From the last time I was here, I’m now in an awesome relationship. Don’t tell me that God is not real. I used to b
Read more →Guide Launches MobIR 3.0, Bringing Professional-Grade Thermal Imaging to Smartphones
WUHAN, China, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Guide, a global leader in infrared thermal imaging technology, announced the launch of MobIR 3.0, a new-generation dual-vision thermal camera compatible for iOS & Android smartphones. Powered by Guide's ApexVision Ultra-Clarity Imaging Technology(NETD≤15mK), MobIR 3.0 captures subtle temperature differences and fine details. Its dual-vision capability helps users quickly locate hotspots, while a built-in AI Assistant provides intelligent guidance for a
Read more →D-Link Expands DAP-E3620 Series BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Enterprise Access Point
Deliver Wi-Fi 7 Connectivity for Modern Enterprise Environments TAIPEI, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- D-Link Corporation (TWSE: 2332), a global leader in networking and connectivity solutions, today announced the DAP-E3620 Series, a new family of BE3600 Wi-Fi 7 Enterprise Access Points designed to deliver secure, reliable, and high-performance wireless connectivity for modern business environments. Paired with D-Link's DMS-1250 Series 2.5Gbps Multi-Gigabit Ethernet PoE Switches, the DAP-E3620 Se
Read more →DomoAI Launches Seedance 2.5 and MiniMax H3 in Omni Reference for Long-Form Character Storytelling and Music Video Creation
SINGAPORE, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DomoAI today launched Seedance 2.5 and MiniMax H3 in Omni Reference, giving creators two ways to build longer projects around the same character: scene-by-scene storytelling and music-led performance. Seedance 2.5 is aimed at a problem familiar to anyone making an animated series or motion comic. A character may look right in one shot, then change face, clothing, or proportions in the next. Omni Reference lets creators carry the same visual references acr
Read more →Bata Presents the CJ National Cheerleading Competition 2026, Inspiring the Next Generation Through Sport and Education
KUALA LUMPUR, Malaysia, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- CJ Sports Academy is proud to present the CJ National Cheerleading Competition 2026, one of Malaysia's premier grassroots cheerleading championships for primary school students, which took place on Saturday, 15 August 2026, at Arena Sukan Kuala Lumpur. Bata Presents the CJ National Cheerleading Competition 2026, Inspiring the Next Generation Through Sport and Education Now in its third consecutive year, the championship continues to grow as a
Read more →Strong growth from Vyepti® and focused commercial execution drive total revenue growth of +16% CER (+13% CER underlying) in H1 2026
VALBY, Denmark, Aug. 19, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Key highlights Lundbeck's total revenue grew by +16% CER[1] (+11% DKK) to DKK 13,588 million in the first six months of 2026, with the U.S. and Europe delivering double-digit growth. The performance reflected continued strong commercial momentum, driven by Vyepti® and Rexulti®, and was further shaped by the transition to a partnership model in 27 markets[2], which is progressing according to plan. Adjusting for the planned one-time DKK 470 million in
Read more →Botolan roads impassable for light vehicles as floodwaters rise
BOTOLAN, Zambales — The provincial disaster office here reported on Wednesday that a section of road in Barangay Binuclotan has been rendered impassable for light vehicles due to rising floodwaters brought about by the monsoon rains. In an advisory issued at 11:00 a.m. on Aug. 19, 2026, the Provincial Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (PDRRMO) stated that motorcycles, tricycles, and sedans are currently unable to traverse the flooded thoroughfare. The water level in the area ha
Read more →Vaultik Collaborates with Chubb to Connect AI-Powered Watch and Jewellery , Valuation to Insurance
New digital experience allows eligible watch and jewellery owners to authenticate and value items from a picture, wherever they are, before accessing a Chubb insurance quote within the same app New York, NY, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Vaultik has announced a new collaboration with Chubb, a leading global insurer, to provide watch and jewellery owners with a connected digital route from authentication and valuation to an insurance quote. Through the Vaultik experience, collectors and eligi
Read more →PlanRadar AI Agents Close the Gap Between What Happens on a Project and What Gets Done
AI Agents act automatically when needed, without waiting for approval, while judgement stays with the people who know the work best. CHICAGO, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, PlanRadar, a leading platform for 360° digital documentation, communication and reporting in construction, facility management and real estate projects, announces PlanRadar AI Agents. Built to close the follow-up gap, AI Agents give teams time back and scale follow-up without adding headcount. Every construction, re
Read more →Travelling during ‘Shoulder Season’ could save Brits over a quarter on airfares
LONDON, Aug. 19, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- New research fromKAYAK shows flying abroad this September and October costs on average 26% less than during the July-August peak, making 'shoulder season' a smart window for UK travellers to escape the crowds without overspending. KAYAK's Shoulder Season Savings Guide reveals the ten countries with the steepest price drops compared to summer 2026, with the majority being short-haul destinations well suited to a quick European break. Albania tops the list
Read more →Nokia ranked No. 1 for mobile core portfolio competitiveness in Omdia’s 2026 market landscape report
Press Release Nokia ranked No. 1 for mobile core portfolio competitiveness in Omdia’s 2026 market landscape report Recognition highlights Nokia’s leadership across all aspects of 5G core, with products that help operators modernize their networks for the AI era. Espoo, Finland - For the second consecutive year, Nokia has been ranked No. 1 for mobile core portfolio competitiveness in Omdia’s "Market Landscape: Core Vendors” report. The 2026 edition named Nokia a leader across all seven competitiv
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