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Elder Care Reforms, Advances and Call to Action: AgingIN’s Elevate Eldercare Podcast Tackles Long-Term Care Challenges
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BALTIMORE, Md., Feb. 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- AgingIN, a global leader in long-term care culture transformation, released a special episode of the Elevate Eldercare podcast today, featuring a candid conversation between AgingIN CEO Susan Ryan and Susie Singer Carter, creator of the documentary "No Country for Old People." The episode explores the film's unflinching look at aging services and calls for a multilayered movement grounded in accountability, public pressure, and cultural change.
Cielo.Travel Publishes February 2026 Update to ‘The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota,’ Colombia Guide
BOGOTA, Colombia, Feb. 11, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Cielo.Travel today released its February 2026 update to "The 17 Best Restaurants in Bogota," a monthly guide that spotlights standout dining experiences across Colombia's capital. The refreshed list spans chef-led tasting menus, neighborhood favorites, market-based cuisine and historic institutions, and includes an interactive map to help visitors build efficient, high-quality itineraries.
iPhone 17 – XR Locked to the Prior Owner? Unlock it with iToolab UnlockGo iOS
HONG KONG, Feb. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- "My iPhone 17 has been locked to prior owner and I can't use it." If you bought a second-hand iPhone 17, or you factory reset the device but forgot the password and email, the iPhone locked to owner screen will appear. What to do when you can't reach to the previous owner or Apple support can't turn off the activation lock? Thankfully, it can be unlocked with iToolab UnlockGo iOS V6.3.1.
The UPSHOT League Announces its Women’s Professional Basketball Tryouts
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- A new chapter in women's professional basketball begins on March 1, 2026, as The UPSHOT League hosts its first open tryout for female athletes pursuing a professional pathway. The Hoops Showcase will take place from 1:00-4:00 p.m. at Novant Fieldhouse in Greensboro, North Carolina. The UPSHOT League is a newly formed women's professional basketball league built on the pillars of opportunity and community, with a mission to uplift players, fans, and the cities it serves.
By Light To Acquire Digitas Technologies
MCLEAN, Va., Feb. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- By Light Professional IT Services LLC (By Light), a leading provider of Modeling & Simulation and Cyber products and solutions and a portfolio company of Sagewind Capital LLC (Sagewind), today announced that it has acquired Dignitas Technologies (Dignitas), a leading provider of Modeling, Simulation, & Training (MS&T) products and solutions. Financial terms of the transaction were not announced.
New Food and Beverage Planned Projects Return to May 2025 Levels
JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla., Feb. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Industrial SalesLeads announced today the Food & Beverage new planned capital project spending report for January 2026. The Firm tracks North American planned industrial capital project activity; including facility expansions, new plant construction and significant equipment modernization projects. January 2026 recorded 48 new planned projects, a decline that returns activity to the previous year's lowest level, last seen in May 2025.
Vertyx to showcase intelligent loan servicing technology at MBA Servicing Solutions Conference & Expo
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NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vertyx, a provider of intelligent mortgage servicing technology built for enhanced portfolio performance, today announced that company Co-Founders Ayo Opeyemi and Moyin Opeyemi will participate in a live demo session during the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) Servicing Solutions Conference & Expo, which runs from Feb. 16-19.
Optimal Blue report: Sub-6% rates spark refinance surge early in 2026
PLANO, Texas, Feb. 10, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Optimal Blue today released its January 2026 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showing a strong start to the year as falling rates drove a sharp increase in refinance activity. Total rate-lock volume rose 16% month over month (MoM) and finished January 36% higher year over year (YoY), led by a surge in rate-and-term refinances, which climbed 50% from December and more than 400% compared with January 2025.
‘Matthew’s Journey: The Return Home’ by William Joseph Birrell Explores Love, War, and the Long Road Back
WELLAND, Ontario, Canada, Feb. 9, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Author and longtime educator William Joseph Birrell releases his latest novel, "Matthew's Journey: The Return Home" (ISBN: 978-1834182674 released by Tellwell Publishing), an historical fiction story centered on love, separation, and survival during wartime.
HitPaw VikPea Releases V5.2.0 with Revolutionary AI Portrait Models and Multimodal Video Generation
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NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 9, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw, a leading innovator in multimedia software solutions, today announced the release of VikPea V5.2.0, the latest update to its all-in-one AI-powered video enhancement platform. This version delivers a major upgrade with the introduction of specialized AI portrait generation and restoration models, professional-grade manual parameter controls, and the integration of the Kling O1 multimodal engine.
Edimakor Valentine’s Day Sale 2026: Express Your Love with AI, Up To 50% OFF
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 9, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- This Valentine's Day, HitPaw Edimakor invites creators, couples, and storytellers to celebrate love in a more meaningful way - through creativity. To mark the season, Edimakor is launching a special Valentine's Day Sale, offering up to 50% off on popular plans along with exciting bonuses.
The Mortgage Collaborative and Mortgage Bankers Association announce partnership agreement
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Feb. 9, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's largest independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA), the national association representing the real estate finance industry, announced today that they have entered into a strategic partnership to expand advocacy, education and engagement opportunities for their members.
HitPaw API is Integrated by Comfy for Professional AI Image and Video Enhancement to Global Creators
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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., Feb. 7, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw, a leader in AI-powered visual enhancement solutions, announced Comfy, a global content creation platform, is integrating its image and video enhancement API. The HitPaw and Comfy integration embeds HitPaw API into Comfy's workflow, letting creators achieve pro-level visual enhancement in-platform. Blending HitPaw's AI visual processing expertise with Comfy's creator ecosystem, the partnership streamlines workflows and meets rising demand for high-quality digital visuals across digital platforms.
Pearls, Moonstone, and Opal: The ‘Cloud Dancer’ Gems to Know for Valentine’s Day
LAS VEGAS, Nev., Feb. 6, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- On the heels of Pantone's 2026 Color of the Year, Cloud Dancer, the American Gem Society is sharing Valentine's Day inspiration featuring luminous white gemstones like pearls, moonstone, and white opal, timeless pieces that feel modern, romantic, and easy to wear long after February 14.
New Mexico Public Education Department Selects Synergy Education Platform by Edupoint as Statewide Student Information System
SANTA FE, N.M., Feb. 5, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Edupoint® Educational Systems today announced that the New Mexico Public Education Department (PED) has selected the Synergy Education Platform, including Edupoint's Synergy for States solution, as the state's first statewide student information system. The initiative marks a major step forward in New Mexico's efforts to modernize its K-12 data infrastructure while improving data access, consistency, and decision-making at both the state and local levels.
Top Last-Minute Valentine’s Day Savings Strategies for 2026
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SINGAPORE, Feb. 4 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With Valentine's Day spending expected to reach a new high in 2026, last-minute shoppers are navigating an increasingly complex retail environment marked by higher prices, shorter promotional windows, and rapidly changing discounts. According to HotDeals.com, understanding where and how savings appear in the final days before February 14 has become just as important as choosing the gift itself.
Luvme Outlet Launches with Up to 50% Off Select Wigs
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 4, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Luvme Hair, a trusted brand of real hair wigs and hair extensions, announced the launch of Luvme Outlet, a new destination featuring up to 50% off select styles. The outlet brings together limited-time offers across popular looks, making it easier for customers to access quality, wear-ready options while Luvme Hair continues its focus on comfort, reliability, and customer-first shopping.
University of Los Angeles College of Divinity Announces the Retirement of Coach Michael Miller
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 4, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- With the 2025-26 college basketball season underway, long-time university, junior college and high school coach Michael Miller has formally retired from coaching, concluding a distinguished career spanning more than three decades and more than 750 victories, the University of Los Angeles College of Divinity announced today.
Vinyl Craft Opens Second Location in Fresno, Bringing Premium Vinyl Products and Customer Service to Central California
FRESNO, Calif., Feb. 3, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Vinyl Craft is an established, trusted vinyl fence material company that has operated out of its headquarters in Oxnard, California since 1997. In an effort to make its vinyl fencing and gate products more readily available to Central Californians, the team has expanded to a second location in Fresno.
New Book ‘Self-Worth: The Path to Happiness’ Explores How Reconnecting with Yourself Leads to a More Fulfilling Life
SUDBURY, Ontario, Feb. 3, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- In an era marked by rising stress, disconnection, and declining happiness, author and former investment management chairman Jonathan J. Woolverton offers a timely and practical guide to reclaiming joy and purpose in his new book, "Self-Worth: The Path to Happiness" (ISBN: 978-1834181714 released November 7, 2025 by Tellwell Publishing).
Argyle secures long-term U.S. GSA Multiple Award Schedule contract for income, employment and asset verifications
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NEW YORK CITY, N.Y., Feb. 3, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Argyle, the leading provider of direct-source income, employment and asset verifications, today announced it has secured a contract on the United States General Services Administration's (GSA) Multiple Award Schedule (MAS) under contract number 47QTCA26D002N.
Black Chamber of Arizona Launches Black History Month Business Series
PHOENIX, Ariz., Feb. 3, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Black Chamber of Arizona announced today the launch of Black History in Business: Fireside Chats Across Arizona, a four-part, in-person Black History Month business series held every Thursday in February from 7-9 p.m. The weekly events will spotlight Black-owned businesses and employer firms, highlighting their role in job creation, economic growth and community legacy across the state.
iToolab RecoverGo Windows Data Recovery V1.3.0 Officially Released: Recover Permanently Deleted Files
KOWLOON, Hong Kong, Feb. 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Are permanently deleted files really gone? Is there any way to recover permanently deleted files? It's now possible thanks to iToolab's breakthrough in data scanning and recovery. iToolab RecoverGo Windows Data Recovery V1.3.0 optimizes the scanning modes, offering a high success rate up to 99% for severe data loss scenarios.
Edimakor V4.6.0 Boosts Creativity Through AI Motion Tracking and Image Enhancer
NEW YORK, N.Y., Feb. 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- HitPaw Edimakor officially releases version 4.6.0 - bringing powerful new AI-driven upgrades to video and image editing. This major update focuses on smarter automation, smoother workflows, and higher-quality results - helping content creators, businesses, and everyday users produce professional visuals with far less effort.
Elevate, Dark Matter Technologies’ servicing platform, gains momentum with new signings and technology enhancements
JACKSONVILLE, Fla., Feb. 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Dark Matter Technologies (Dark Matter®), an innovative leader in mortgage technology, today announced continued client momentum that includes a multi-year renewal with Arbor Bank and a new client signing with Covey Financial, as well as tighter integration of its Elevate℠ Loan Servicing Solution (Elevate) and the Empower® loan origination system (LOS).
PDFgear Launches TextaVoice, a Truly Free Text-to-Speech Solution Challenging Expensive TTS Apps
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LOS ANGELES, Calif., Feb. 2, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- PDFgear announces the launch of TextaVoice (TextaVoice.com), a completely free text-to-speech tool that turns text into natural-sounding audio in seconds. It provides online text to speech services with no sign-up, no ads, and no usage limits. TextaVoice is built by the team behind PDFgear, a widely recognized free alternative to Adobe Acrobat.
Keystone Place at Newbury Brook Hosts Breakfast to Honor Torrington Police Officers
TORRINGTON, Conn., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Keystone Place at Newbury Brook recently welcomed Chief Bill Baldwin and members of the Torrington Police Department for a special breakfast honoring local police officers and recognizing their continued service to the community.
Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn Named One of America’s Five Most Iconic Buffets by Fox News
OWENSBORO, Ky., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn has been recognized as one of America's five most iconic buffets in a recent Fox News feature highlighting the nation's premier all-you-can-eat dining destinations. The family-owned restaurant joins an elite group that includes renowned establishments from Las Vegas, Pennsylvania, Louisiana and Rhode Island.
ViewTech Borescopes Brings VJ-4 Video Borescope to the Welding Industry at 2026 Inspection Expo and Conference
TRAVERSE CITY, Mich., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- ViewTech Borescopes will return as an exhibitor at the annual Inspection Expo & Conference, the premier event dedicated to the welding inspection community. The event brings together leading welding inspectors, engineers, and industry professionals for two days of education, networking, and hands-on technology demonstrations.
12th Annual Cursive Is Cool Contest Launches Nationwide for Students in Grades K-7
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The American Handwriting Analysis Foundation (AHAF) announced today that its annual Cursive Is Cool® handwriting contest is now open to students in Kindergarten through Grade 7, encouraging young writers to express themselves creatively through cursive handwriting.
Mortgage Collaborative releases Pulse of the Network survey results and analysis
SAN DIEGO, Calif., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, today released results from the latest Pulse of the Network survey, along with an analysis examining how mortgage lenders are prioritizing technology, operational efficiency, and growth strategies amid continued market pressure.
NotaryCam surpasses 2 million lifetime notarizations, doubles credit card transaction volume in 2025
HOUSTON, Texas, Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- NotaryCam®, a Stewart-owned company and leading remote online notarization (RON) provider for real estate and legal transactions, announced a standout year in 2025, having reached more than 2 million successful notarizations to date, including more than 238,000 notarizations completed this year. The company also doubled both its credit card transaction volume and the number of servicers using loss mitigation-related RON transactions through its real estate vertical, exemplifying growing industry adoption of digital solutions.
Nashville Expert Warns ‘Dripping Faucets’ Won’t Save Washing Machines from Storm Fern Damage
NASHVILLE, Tenn., Jan. 30, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Comfort Appliance Repair Tennessee today warned Nashville homeowners that the standard advice to "drip faucets" during freezing weather is leaving one critical appliance vulnerable: the washing machine. As the city thaws from Storm Fern, owner Dennis Godynuk reports a surge in flooded laundry rooms caused by frozen intake valves that homeowners assumed were safe.
FineVoice Announces V3.0: Elevating AI Voice Generation with Expressive and Personalized Voice Creation
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Jan. 29, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- FineVoice, a leading AI voice generation platform, today officially announced the launch of FineVoice 3.0. Moving beyond standard functional iterations, this major upgrade delivers comprehensive enhancements in vocal expressiveness, emotional nuance, and creative flexibility. With FineVoice 3.0, users benefit from refined customization of tone, pacing, and delivery, empowering users to synthesize professional audio that resonates with the specific stylistic demands of all-encompassing content types
Class Valuation names Chris Flynn as Chief Operating Officer
TROY, Mich., Jan. 29, 2026 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Chris Flynn has been appointed chief operating officer. Flynn joined Class Valuation in April 2025 as chief data officer and has since played a central role in advancing the company's strategic, operational and product initiatives.