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ZHONGSHAN, China, Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Zhongshan Gainwell Furniture Co., Ltd., a custom hotel furniture manufacturer founded in 1995, marks its 30th year in the hospitality furniture industry this year. The milestone coincides with a major expansion of the company’s dual-country production model, as its second Vietnam facility in Quy Nhơn comes online alongside established plants in Guangdong, China and Bình Dương Province, Vietnam. Three Decades of Hospitality Furniture Manufacturing Gainwell began manufacturing hotel furniture in Zhongshan, Guangdong in 1995, in the heart of China’s furniture production belt. Over 30 years, the company has grown from a regional…

Apple bumped up its trade-in offers for iPhones, iPads, Macs, Apple Watches, and certain Android phones, with some devices now worth over $100 more, 9to5Mac reports. The Mac Studio’s trade-in value increased the most, going up by $260. While some devices’ offers are unchanged, most got an increase of around $5 to $20, with a few seeing an increase of over $100:Additionally, Apple is now offering trade-in credit for a handful of new Android devices:While some new Android phones have been added to the list, Apple lowered its trade-in credit for a few others, including:The higher trade-in credits on most…

MIDLAND, Texas, Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Robert Stitzel Scholarship for Entrepreneurs is now accepting applications for its 2027 scholarship program, offering a $1,000 award to an outstanding undergraduate student who demonstrates a passion for entrepreneurship, innovation, and leadership. The scholarship is designed to recognize students who aspire to build successful entrepreneurial careers while pursuing higher education at accredited colleges and universities across the United States. Established to encourage the next generation of business innovators, the Robert Stitzel Scholarship for Entrepreneurs reflects the values that have shaped Robert Stitzel’s career as a Professional Engineer, entrepreneur, and business leader. Throughout…

CEDARHURST, N.Y., Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The Dr. Sergio Sokol Scholarship for Future Doctors is now accepting applications for its 2027 award cycle. Established by board-certified cardiologist Dr. Sergio Sokol, M.D., FACC, the scholarship will award $1,000 to a student who demonstrates a strong commitment to pursuing a career in medicine and serving others through compassionate healthcare. The scholarship reflects Dr. Sokol’s lifelong dedication to patient care, medical excellence, and the development of future healthcare leaders. With decades of experience in cardiovascular medicine, Dr. Sokol understands the determination, discipline, and resilience required to become a physician. Through this initiative,…

ARLINGTON, Va., Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — HII (NYSE: HII) announced today long-term performance-based production agreements with High-Yield Production Robotics (HYPR) team members GrayMatter Robotics and Path Robotics. The signed agreements are designed to accelerate the development and deployment of advanced physical AI automation across U.S. Navy shipbuilding programs, including aircraft carriers, submarines, destroyers, amphibious ships, future frigates and unmanned surface vessels. “We are committed to making generational investments to develop new shipbuilding capability and to expand capacity,” said Eric Chewning, executive vice president of maritime systems and corporate strategy at HII. “Together, we are defining a new approach to…

PITTSBURGH and LOS ANGELES, Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Art Deco Freak today announced its official launch as a boutique residential redevelopment and design firm focused on acquiring, rehabilitating, and repositioning underutilized residential properties into premium, market-ready assets. Founded by Dr. Lauren Papa, DC, a chiropractor, entrepreneur, and creative developer, the company operates across Pittsburgh and Los Angeles, bringing an investment-driven approach to adaptive reuse, historic preservation, and value-add residential transformation. Art Deco Freak enters the market with a disciplined redevelopment strategy that combines real estate investment principles with thoughtful architectural design. By targeting overlooked housing inventory and transforming it…

DALLAS, Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the waste and recycling industry undergoes its most significant transformation in decades, Informa’s Waste Group, powered by Waste360, has established itself as the definitive platform for navigating the convergence of circular economy mandates, technological advancements, and evolving regulatory frameworks. Informa’s Waste Group’s comprehensive ecosystem, integrating flagship event WasteExpo, digital intelligence hub Waste360, the Global Waste Management Symposium, and the newly launched Waste Leadership Summit, delivers unparalleled resources for waste management, recycling, and sustainability professionals advancing the industry’s most critical priorities. The integrated platform of events and media connects haulers, waste service providers,…

HOBOKEN, N.J., Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Pioneer Consulting, the full-service submarine fiber optic telecommunications consulting and project management company, is currently under contract with Cordova Telecom Cooperative, Inc. (CTC) to supervise the engineering and design phase of its planned FISH West 2 submarine cable system. Part of CTC’s “Fiber Internet Serving Homes” (FISH) projects, FISH West 2 will connect the Alaskan cities of Seward and Homer, with branching units to Seldovia, Port Graham, and Nanwalek. Approximately 340 km in length, FISH West 2 will extend high-speed broadband service to remote communities that lack robust communications infrastructure. The submarine…

Vista, Calif., Aug. 06, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Key Takeaways PACHA co-founder and gluten-free mom Maddie Hamann created the company’s first Gluten-Free Back-to-School Guide, a free downloadable resource that helps parents navigate gluten-free breakfasts, lunchboxes, ingredient labels, school snacks, birthday parties, and more. The brand is also releasing a Gluten-Free School Year Cheat Sheet to help simplify everyday meal planning.PACHA is releasing a limited-edition High Protein Hemp Loaf made with whole hemp seeds – not protein powder or isolates. The new loaf delivers 7g of protein, 5g of fiber, and 0g added sugar per serving while staying true to the…

By Staff The Canadian Press Posted August 6, 2026 10:35 am 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size The union representing WestJet cabin crew has shared details of the tentative deal reached with the Calgary-based airline this week after a one-day strike. The Canadian Union of Public Employees says the deal includes a more than 18 per cent wage hike over three years, as well as a new “duty period premium” that adds compensation for work done on the ground. Get breaking National news Get breaking Canada news delivered to your inbox as it happens so…