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A Change of Command ceremony was held on July 22, marking the transfer of leadership from Brigadier-General Mark “Buck” Hickey to Col. Tim Woods. Hickey, who commanded 4 Wing and CFB Cold Lake from July 2024 until July 2026, was promoted from colonel to brigadier-general on the morning of the ceremony.“BGen Hickey’s major accomplishments while commander of 4 Wing include the opening of the 4 Wing Dependant Medical Clinic, initiation of the expansion of the MFRC Daycare facilities, and facilitating the consolidation of infrastructure projects at the national level to help prepare 4 Wing & CFB Cold Lake to accept…

Dublin, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “Healthcare EDI Market by offering, Connectivity, Deployment, End user – Global Forecast to 2031” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global healthcare electronic data interchange (EDI) market is projected to grow from USD 2.77 billion in 2026 to USD 4.42 billion by 2031, registering a compound annual growth rate of 9.8%. Market expansion is being driven by demand for automated healthcare transactions, including claims submission, eligibility and benefits verification, claim status checks, prior authorization, electronic remittance and payment posting. Healthcare providers and payers are replacing paper forms, telephone-based processes, fax approvals…

Health Canada has authorized pharmaceutical company Moderna to move forward with a clinical trial for an mRNA vaccine targeting the Ebola virus strain currently fuelling an explosive outbreak abroad. Canada is now the second country to authorize a Phase I clinical trial for a Bundibugyo virus vaccine candidate after the U.K., according to federal officials in a news release.There is currently no licensed vaccine or treatment for Bundibugyo virus disease, the strain of Ebola disease that is responsible for the current outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. There have been no cases of Ebola disease in Canada.Participants in…

Hank Green, a popular YouTuber and science communicator, said he is stepping back from production amid intense criticism over his use of AI. Green described his AI usage as “not healthy,” but stressed that he used it for finding research sources and not to write scripts.Much of the ensuing firestorm in this corner of the internet has centered on how a creator can square a brand built on authenticity and credibility with a technology trained on the (often uncompensated) works of others, and which has a well-known tendency to generate plausible-sounding falsehoods. Some attention has fallen on Green’s description of…

CALGARY, Alberta, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Power Wood Holdings Ltd has agreed terms for an investment of up to CA$84M into its development of two advanced black pellet production facilities in Northern Alberta, the company announced today. The Calgary-based biofuel business will receive its finance in multiple amounts from London-based private investment firm Chair Capital Ltd., as it reaches key project milestones towards the completion of each pellet facility to be developed by its subsidiary Power Wood Canada Corp. INVESTMENT PROJECT Power Wood is in the pre-construction phase of building its first ‘Peace River’ steam explosion black pellet…

OTTAWA, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — OTTAWA, Aug. 4, 2026 — Even the most enthusiastic hiker would be hard pressed to cover 100,000 kilometres in 30 days. But could a nationwide community hit that lofty goal?     The organization behind Canada’s national trail system believes it can.   Trans Canada Trail has launched its second annual Great Canadian Hike, inviting people across the country to get active, explore the outdoors and raise funds to support the world’s longest trail. Registration and donations are now open for the nationwide challenge.  After more than tripling the inaugural campaign’s distance goal last year, this year’s Great Canadian Hike aims to collectively log 100,000 kilometres and…

RALEIGH, N.C., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Hundreds of North Carolina youth are spending part of their summer exploring new interests, building confidence, and creating lifelong memories with support from State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU). This year, a record 466 young members received scholarships through SECU’s annual Summer Camp Awards program, helping them attend day and overnight camps. The scholarships total $233,000 — the most in the program’s five-year history. SECU’s Summer Camp Awards program gives FAT CAT® and Zard® youth members an opportunity to apply for a scholarship to help offset registration fees and other camp-related expenses. This year’s…

Dublin, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The “EV Charging Station Market by DC Fast Charging, Application, Level of Charging, Charging Point, Charging Infrastructure, Operation, Charge Point Operator, Connection Phase, Service, Installation, and Region – Global Forecast to 2033” has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com’s offering. The global EV charging station market is projected to grow from USD 38.55 billion in 2026 to USD 120.85 billion by 2033, registering a compound annual growth rate of 17.7%. Growth is being shaped by vehicle platform innovation, integrated charging ecosystems, fleet electrification and utility grid modernization. Automotive OEMs are expanding beyond vehicle sales by…

DALLAS, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — For its September/October 2026 issue, SUCCESS® turns its attention to Beauty, spotlighting Daisy Fuentes and the lessons she’s learned from a career built on adaptability and authenticity. In the cover story, “MTV to Mogul,” Fuentes reflects on building a multifaceted career by embracing change and trusting her instincts. From one of television’s most recognizable personalities to creating successful business ventures, Fuentes shares the lessons she’s learned about evolving with purpose while staying grounded in who she is. “My definition of success now has changed. It’s having options, having freedom and having choices,” she adds.…

BOONE, Iowa, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Four women farmers from across the United States have been named finalists in the inaugural Women in the Field: Producer of the Year Award at the 2026 Farm Progress Show in Boone, Iowa. The award ceremony, taking place Wednesday, Sept. 2, 2026, at 2 p.m., celebrates the International Year of the Woman Farmer and recognizes women who are transforming American agriculture through innovation, sustainability and leadership. The finalists — representing Mississippi, Iowa, Indiana and California — manage operations ranging from 130 to 5,500 acres and exemplify the diverse contributions women make to…