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The John Hancock Premium Dividend Fund (NYSE: PDT) has disclosed the composition of its July 2026 distribution, revealing that 67% of the $0.0883 per share payment stems from a return of capital, while 33% is derived from net investment income.
The John Hancock Tax-Advantaged Dividend Income Fund has issued its required Section 19(a) notice regarding the July 2026 distribution of $0.1580 per share. Shareholders received payments on July 31, with the fund detailing a breakdown of net investment income and capital sources used to satisfy the monthly commitment.
Brickell’s Ockap Caviar & Cuisine is stripping the formality from high-end dining by joining the 25th edition of Miami Spice. From August 1 through September 30, 2026, the restaurant will offer a $95 three-course menu designed to pair its private-label caviar with approachable, everyday comfort foods.
Esther Kahare has filed a wrongful death lawsuit in Middlesex Superior Court against Uber Technologies and driver Guilherme Candido. The legal action follows the May 24, 2026, death of 29-year-old Leah Kahare, who was struck while crossing Pawtucket Boulevard in Lowell by a motorist allegedly working for the delivery platform.
Pacific Gas and Electric Company has finalized pricing terms for its cash tender offer to repurchase up to $1.2 billion in outstanding senior notes and mortgage bonds. The utility confirmed it will prioritize full acquisition of its 3.30% senior notes due in 2027, while applying a 26.6% proration factor to mortgage bonds.
The Board of Directors at Peoples Financial Services Corp. has authorized a cash dividend of $0.6250 per share for the third quarter of 2026. Shareholders of record as of August 31 will receive the payout on September 15, marking the latest distribution from the Scranton-based bank holding company.
When a bottle of shampoo runs dry or a travel essential is left behind, the traditional trip to the store is increasingly being replaced by digital convenience. A new guide from Consumer365 details how shoppers are leveraging DoorDash to secure beauty and personal care items in as little as 30 minutes.
Paramount Skydance Corporation has once again pushed back the expiration dates for its ongoing debt tender and exchange offers, aligning the timeline with its pending acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery. The company now expects the process to conclude on August 14, 2026, marking the latest in a series of delays.
As thousands of women grapple with long-term complications from breast implants, Yale-trained surgeon Dr. Gary Lawton has introduced a dedicated Advanced Breast Implant Revision Program in San Antonio. The initiative shifts away from standardized surgical formulas, favoring individualized plans tailored to each patient’s unique anatomical and biological history.
After years of managing complex insurance defense and toxic tort cases, Emma Moppert has joined Jones Walker LLP as special counsel. Based in the New Orleans office, she will bolster the firm’s environmental litigation practice, bringing extensive experience in navigating high-stakes disputes across both state and federal court systems.
Frederick County’s oldest community bank is shifting its strategy to capture larger commercial deals. By raising its legal lending limit, Woodsboro Bank can now finance major real estate projects and corporate loans internally, bypassing the external participation processes that often slow down local economic development and client decision-making.
The Phoenix Chapter of the Women Leaders Association has named Henri' Dawes, vice president of talent development at Achieve, to its annual list of the top 50 female executives. The honor highlights her work in cultivating high-performing workplace cultures and driving professional growth for employees across the firm's diverse operations.
With bone-stress fractures sidelining up to 8% of military recruits and costing the Department of War $100 million annually, a joint research team from Rosalind Franklin University and Old Dominion University has secured a $3.4 million federal grant to develop non-invasive diagnostic tests to catch injuries before they worsen.
Beth McDonald, the newly appointed CEO of SM Energy, will serve as a keynote speaker at the 31st annual EnerCom Denver energy investment conference on August 19, 2026. Her appearance at the Westin Denver Downtown marks a central highlight for the gathering of global energy executives and institutional investors.
West Lake, Texas, sits at the center of a shifting digital landscape where automotive dealerships are struggling to capture online shoppers. DealerFire is now urging retailers to pivot toward data-driven search engine optimization, aiming to convert raw web traffic into tangible vehicle sales through refined content and strategic keyword targeting.
A leaking faucet or a loose cabinet hinge often catches homeowners off guard, turning simple fixes into persistent headaches. Ray Johnson, owner of Ray’s Do It Best in Spring Green, Wisconsin, argues that maintaining a focused collection of essential tools is the most effective way to manage routine maintenance with confidence.
Moving away from the industry's trend of complex, multi-step regimens, the Shaklee-owned brand Pomifera is relaunching its identity with three new treatment oils. The company is positioning its proprietary cold-pressed Osage Orange Seed Oil as a high-performance, sustainable alternative to common market staples like argan or jojoba.
More than 4,000 households across Illinois have cut their monthly utility costs by an average of $40 over the past year. The savings come from an expanded discount initiative at Illinois American Water, which broadened eligibility criteria last July to support families facing financial pressure.
A $135 million project financing deal led by Power Sustainable Infrastructure Credit will propel Canada’s first biofuel plant featuring integrated CO2 liquefaction toward completion. The capital injection marks a critical step for the York Region site, which aims to convert massive volumes of organic waste into renewable energy and fertilizer.
Growing up in a conservative Indian community where professional ambitions for women were often discouraged, Anshu Rajpurohit defied expectations to become a pioneering Chartered Accountant. Today, she is recognized by Marquis Who’s Who for two decades of leadership in corporate finance across international markets.
Nashville-based Chimney Collective has expanded its regional footprint by partnering with American Chimney & Fireplace, a long-standing service provider operating across the greater Louisville, Kentucky, and Southern Indiana markets. The deal integrates the established local firm into a growing network of masonry and home safety specialists.
A new integration between GeoComm and SkyfireAI connects 9-1-1 emergency calls directly to autonomous drone fleets. By feeding location intelligence into flight systems, the partnership aims to move beyond simple GPS coordinates, providing responders with building access routes and terrain context before the drone arrives on the scene.
For children, an indoor play field trip in Rochester is far more than a simple break from the classroom. According to Play Palace CEO Kristen Bonn, these structured environments provide a critical laboratory for social-emotional growth, where navigating obstacle courses helps build resilience alongside physical coordination and motor development.
A 27% share price collapse in May 2026 has triggered a securities class action against Wix.com, with plaintiffs alleging the company misled shareholders about the financial burden and actual performance of its AI-driven initiatives, Base44 and Harmony, while failing to disclose the true extent of its mounting operational expenses.
A 36% single-day stock collapse has triggered a formal investigation into Photronics, Inc. by law firm Hagens Berman. The probe centers on allegations that the semiconductor supplier misled investors regarding the health of its high-end integrated circuit product pipeline during a volatile period between December 2025 and May 2026.
The law firm Hagens Berman has launched an investigation into Peabody Energy following a class action lawsuit alleging the company misled investors about the production capabilities of its Centurion mine in Australia. The inquiry focuses on whether management concealed significant operational failures while maintaining positive financial guidance throughout 2025 and 2026.
A 57.8% single-day stock plunge has triggered a federal securities class action against Embecta Corp. The lawsuit, filed in New Jersey, alleges the medical device company misled shareholders by painting a picture of stability for its insulin pen needle business while facing hidden competitive losses and retail volume declines.
Investors who held ADMA Biologics stock between August 9, 2024, and March 25, 2026, face an August 10, 2026, deadline to seek lead plaintiff status in a newly filed class action lawsuit. The litigation targets alleged misrepresentations regarding company revenue, distribution practices, and undisclosed related-party transactions.
Investors who suffered losses in Erasca, Inc. stock between January 14, 2025, and April 26, 2026, face an August 10, 2026, deadline to seek lead plaintiff status. Hagens Berman is investigating allegations that the biotech firm misled shareholders regarding the competitive edge and safety of its lead cancer drug.
Michelle Onyiah has secured a contract with the Indiana Fever, marking a historic breakthrough for the newly formed UPSHOT League. The 6-foot-3 forward, who dominated the frontcourt for the Charlotte Crown during the league's inaugural 2026 season, is the first athlete to transition directly to a WNBA roster.