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A federal class action lawsuit has been filed against Photronics, Inc., alleging the semiconductor company misled investors regarding the strength of its integrated circuit photomask business. The complaint claims executives concealed critical bottlenecks in the design release pipeline that hindered the company's growth during late 2025 and early 2026.
Chicago-based athleisure brand RateFit has officially launched its direct-to-consumer operations through a partnership with logistics provider Barrett Distribution Centers. The startup, backed by the Rate.com family, is now utilizing Barrett’s Memphis facility to manage nationwide parcel shipping and fulfillment for its debut collection of versatile apparel.
The global catering management software market is set to reach $3.3 billion by 2033, expanding at a compound annual growth rate of 12.1%. Driven by a transition from manual coordination to cloud-integrated systems, operators are increasingly prioritizing digital traceability and cost-control tools to manage complex, multi-site food service operations.
As the peak summer entertaining season hits its stride across the United States, green kiwifruit from Imathia, Greece, is carving out a niche in backyard and rooftop menus. Prized for a distinct balance of sweetness and acidity, the fruit is being positioned as a versatile upgrade for seasonal hosting.
First Horizon Bank is reshaping its footprint in Tennessee’s Upper Cumberland region, announcing a series of strategic appointments for its Cookeville and Sparta markets. The bank’s leadership overhaul aims to bolster local client services through a combination of seasoned internal promotions and new executive oversight.
Dallas-based McCathern, Shokouhi, Evans is formalizing its foothold in the property market by launching a dedicated Real Estate Transactions practice. The firm has appointed attorney Sarah L. Buzby to lead the new division, aiming to consolidate legal services ranging from complex land-use disputes to commercial acquisitions.
Customers visiting 18 Dave's Hot Chicken locations across California, Texas, Nevada, and Oklahoma can support military families through July 13. The franchise group CW Strong Restaurants has initiated a round-up campaign to provide direct financial assistance to veterans and service members facing economic hardship.
The decentralized derivatives platform AFX has crossed $1.1 billion in cumulative trading volume, processing more than 8.6 million trades since its inception. This rapid expansion marks a significant shift in the Web3 landscape, as the sovereign Layer 1 network aims to merge high-velocity execution with institutional-grade liquidity standards.
A Chicago parking lot is becoming a temporary hub for healthcare access this weekend as BigHeart Health rolls out its new program, "My Health. My Power." The initiative aims to bridge the gap between Illinois Medicaid members and essential preventive care, directly addressing health disparities in underserved communities.
Veterans in Dallas, San Antonio, and Colorado Springs now have a new pathway to tech careers as ACI Learning’s campuses secure approval as VET TEC 2.0 providers. The program allows eligible service members to pursue intensive training in cybersecurity and IT without exhausting their remaining GI Bill benefits.
Sag Harbor’s fitness destination Post House has secured a seasonal partnership with FP Movement, integrating the brand’s activewear into its luxury training environment. The collaboration, which launched this July, outfits instructors in the brand's performance gear and introduces a curated retail selection to the studio’s Hamptons-based clientele.
With a global footprint spanning over 40 countries, Montreal-based training and simulation leader CAE has secured a spot on the TIME Canada's Best Companies 2026 list. The ranking, compiled in partnership with Statista, recognizes organizations that excel in employee satisfaction, sustained revenue growth, and corporate sustainability transparency.
Residents and businesses across nine Pennsylvania counties are being asked to trim water consumption by up to 15% following a state-issued drought watch. While current supply levels remain adequate, the utility company is pushing for proactive conservation to stave off potential, more restrictive measures if conditions deteriorate further.
At the AI for Good Global Summit in Geneva, the World Youth Forum (WYF) introduced the Global AI Talent Compact, a framework designed to reshape how young people prepare for a digital economy. The initiative shifts the focus from traditional credentials to project-based evidence and practical skill mastery.
As organizations rush to integrate artificial intelligence, RecordPoint is shifting to a channel-first business model. The Seattle-based company launched a global partner program today, aiming to capitalize on the increasing necessity for data governance tools that underpin trustworthy AI deployments in highly regulated enterprise sectors.
Industry groups representing thousands of American truck stops are pushing back against an EPA proposal to overhaul diesel exhaust fluid regulations before existing guidance has taken full effect. The trade associations argue that prematurely abandoning current compliance strategies threatens to destabilize market pricing and disrupt the reliability of commercial transport.
Charles N. Internicola, founder of The Internicola Law Firm, has secured a spot on 1851 Franchise’s annual list of the top 25 attorneys shaping the industry. The Red Bank-based lawyer earned the distinction for his specialized work in guiding emerging brands through the complexities of system design and strategic compliance.
For the third year running, companies under the American Chemistry Council’s Responsible Care initiative have hit record-low injury and illness rates. The data, released Wednesday in Washington, highlights a sustained decline in incident rates across U.S. chemical manufacturing, signaling a shift in how firms identify and mitigate workplace risks.
Fulflex has completed the acquisition of a 300,000-square-foot, fully automated medical manufacturing facility in Jacksonville, Texas. The move integrates the site into the company’s global network, adding 250 skilled employees to its workforce and securing a strategic manufacturing hub situated on a 30-acre campus in East Texas.
Chee Min Hong has joined Saddle Brook-based Arrow Tool Group as Vice President of Product Management, eCommerce & Brand Marketing. Bringing over 25 years of global experience from roles at Philips, Thomson, and MANSCAPED, Hong is tasked with steering the company’s innovation roadmap and strengthening its portfolio of professional tool brands.
Sized for a pocket but engineered for performance, the new Yocan Black Pocket Mini aims to solve the industry’s persistent struggle with bulky rigs and scorched flavor profiles. The device arrives as a flagship entry in the brand's portable lineup, targeting festival-goers and commuters who refuse to sacrifice vapor quality for convenience.
BorgWarner has secured a spot on the 2026 edition of TIME’s America’s Best Companies list, an annual ranking developed in partnership with the research firm Statista. The selection highlights the Auburn Hills-based manufacturer’s performance across employee satisfaction, financial growth, and environmental and governance transparency.
Nearly three decades of operations in the precious metals market have secured Lear Capital the title of Best Gold IRA for Longstanding Experience in the 2026 Forbes Advisor industry review. The Los Angeles-based firm earned a 4.5-star rating after outperforming a competitive field of 20 evaluated providers.
For the 18th consecutive year, Madison-based Rural Mutual Insurance Company has earned a place on the Ward’s 50 list, placing it among the top two percent of property and casualty insurers in the United States. The recognition highlights the firm’s ability to maintain financial stability amid volatile market conditions.
As Fort Worth absorbs nearly 20,000 new residents annually, the strain on existing medical infrastructure has become a local pressure point. MY DR NOW is responding to this gap on July 13 by opening a new, high-accessibility clinic at 137 E. Bonds Ranch Road, designed to handle everything from routine physicals to chronic care.
Millions of adults worldwide remain sidelined from secondary education by conflict, displacement, or early-life economic hardship. High School Gate, a newly launched Florida-based private institution, seeks to bridge this gap by offering a flexible, competency-based curriculum that allows students aged 18 and older to earn a U.S. diploma remotely.
After more than a century of manufacturing fasteners, the Warrenville-based Chicago Rivet & Machine Co. is shedding its industrial-era aesthetic for a streamlined corporate identity. The NYSE American-listed firm, known for its century-long history in engineered joining, is pivoting its public image toward a focus on integrated systems.
Duke Energy Florida will return $50 million in tax credits to customers next year, effectively canceling a planned 2% base rate increase. By compressing the depreciation timeline for its Powerline Battery Energy Storage System in Citrus County, the utility aims to provide immediate financial relief to its 2 million state subscribers.
For patients battling aggressive cancers or rare diseases, the decade-long journey from laboratory breakthrough to clinical reality is often a death sentence. Edward Clay and Dr. Annette Marleau argue that the bottleneck in modern medicine lies not in a lack of science, but in a fractured, outdated development system.
The U.S. Department of Labor has awarded $40 million to Jobs for the Future, tasking the nonprofit with closing the nation’s widening skills gap in artificial intelligence, semiconductor manufacturing, and nuclear energy infrastructure through an aggressive four-year expansion of Registered Apprenticeship programs.