Category Archives: People

The Bahamas Congratulates Miami Hurricanes on Historic College Football Playoff Run as Official Destination Partner

Nassau, The Bahamas, Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Bahamas Ministry of Tourism, Investments & Aviation (BMOTIA) proudly celebrates its ongoing partnership with the the Miami Hurricanes as their official destination partner, spotlighting the team’s remarkable 2025-2026 football season. The Islands of The Bahamas extend heartfelt congratulations to the Miami Hurricanes on their thrilling […]

Habitat LA Commemorates the one-year anniversary of the LA Wildfires at a Volunteer Mobilization Event This Saturday by Helping Senior Residents Recover in Pacific Palisades

Hands-On ReBUILD LA Project Restores Safety, Beauty, and Hope for Uninsured and Underinsured Residents Los Angeles, Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Nearly one year after devastating wildfires tore through communities across Los Angeles County, recovery is still underway for hundreds of families who lacked insurance or adequate resources to rebuild. This Saturday, January 10, […]

Portfolio Update

Octopus AIM VCT 2 plcPortfolio Update The investment portfolio of Octopus AIM VCT 2 plc (the “Company”) as at 9 January 2026 is as follows (the valuations being the unaudited valuations, at bid price, as at 30 November 2025): Investee Company  Sector  Book cost (£000) Movement in valuation (£000) Fair Value  (£000) Hasgrove Limited * & […]

Portfolio Update

Octopus AIM VCT plcPortfolio Update The investment portfolio of Octopus AIM VCT plc (the “Company”) as at 9 January 2026 is as follows (the valuations being the unaudited valuations, at bid price, as at 30 November 2025): Investee Company  Sector  Book cost (£000) Movement in valuation (£000) Fair Value  (£000) Hasgrove Limited *&*** Unquoted Investment  88 […]

ECD Automotive Design Continues ECD x Chelsea Truck Company Defenders Following Strategic Alliance

KISSIMMEE, Fla., Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — ECD Automotive Design, the world’s largest Land Rover and Jaguar restoration company known for its bespoke Defenders, Range Rovers, Jaguar E-Types, Ford Mustangs, Toyota FJs, and the ECDXCTC INEOS Grenadier and Defender II, proudly announces the continuation of the ECD x Chelsea Truck Company (CTC) Defenders with […]

Veterans National Property Services, a Tampa Roofing Contractor, Rebrands as VNPS Roofing

Veteran-Owned Company With Over a Decade of Service Makes Official What Tampa Bay Customers Have Been Calling Them for Years TAMPA, FL, Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Veterans National Property Services, a service-disabled veteran-owned roofing company serving Tampa Bay since 2014, announces it now operates as VNPS Roofing. The rebrand reflects an organic evolution that’s […]

iHerb Strengthens Growing Domestic Business with Acquisition of Vitacost from Kroger

Strategic Transaction Accelerates iHerb’s U.S. Business and Solidifies Commitment to the Vitamins, Minerals and Supplements Category IRVINE, Calif., Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — iHerb Holdings, LLC, one of the world’s largest online retailers specializing in health and wellness, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of Vitacost.com, Inc. (“Vitacost”) from The Kroger Co. […]

H&R Block Tax Pro Review Free for New Clients with Purchase of DIY Products

Elevating the digital-first experience for consumers, powered by H&R Block’s tax professional expertise KANSAS CITY, Mo., Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — H&R Block (NYSE: HRB) today announced it will include Tax Pro Review services at no additional cost in its paid DIY online tax products for new clients through February 15. This offer supports […]

Convenience Store Market 2031 Outlook – A USD 1001 Bn Opportunity as APAC Leads Growth with Hyper Convenience Store Expansion says a 2026 Mordor Intelligence Report

Asia-Pacific dominates the global convenience store market driven by strong consumer demand for convenience-oriented shopping, expanding retail networks, and increasingly dense urban populations. Hyderabad, Jan. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — According to Mordor Intelligence, the convenience store market valued at around USD 704 billion in 2025, is projected to grow from USD 747 billion in 2026 to USD […]

Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C. Encourages Soleno, Avita, and Coty Investors to Contact the Firm Regarding Ongoing Investigations

NEW YORK, Jan. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Bragar Eagel & Squire, P.C., a nationally recognized shareholder rights law firm, is investigating potential claims against Soleno Therapeutics, Inc. (NASDAQ:SLNO), AVITA Medical, Inc. (NASDAQ:RCEL), and Coty, Inc. (NYSE:COTY). Our investigations concern whether these companies have violated the federal securities laws and/or engaged in other unlawful business […]