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Cambridge, Mass., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The MIT Sloan School of Management has launched the MIT Sloan Data Analytics Consortium, a new approach at MIT Sloan, which expands the way the school connects industry leaders with cutting-edge research, top student talent, and unique opportunities to shape the future of analytics education and practice.“Creating this consortium is a fantastic opportunity to bring researchers and industries closer together, and to broaden MIT Sloan’s impact in the world,” said Richard M. Locke, the John C Head III Dean at the MIT Sloan School of Management. “This collaboration is mutually beneficial to…

LIVONIA, Mich., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the average transaction price of vehicles continues to rise, new research from Escalent reveals car buyers believe sticker prices have reached unprecedented heights. Sitting well beyond car buyers’ perceived range of affordability (between $31,865 and $47,838), the current average price of a new electric vehicle (EV) ($55,211 according to Kelley Blue Book) is viewed as a financial stretch for many buyers. This is according to Escalent’s 2026 Affordability DeepDive from EVForward®, the largest, most comprehensive study on EV buyers and electrified powertrain adoption. The report explores how new-vehicle buyers define “affordable,”…

Dallas, Texas, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Parker University is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of its alumni and students following the recent Texas Chiropractic Association (TCA) Chiro Texpo ’26 convention in Austin. Parker graduates were recognized with prestigious statewide awards, elected to key leadership positions, and continue to play an influential role in advancing the chiropractic profession across Texas. Leading the organization into the coming year is Dr. Andrew Oteo, who was sworn in as President of the Texas Chiropractic Association. A Parker University alumnus and past Parker Alumni of the Year recipient, Dr. Oteo has previously…

LOS ANGELES, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Yoga lovers and creative spirits alike will have the chance to slow down and create with their hands at Souljourn’s Making and Moving: A Tulum Yoga + Botanical Dye Retreat. This transformative travel experience, taking place March 10–14, 2027, will be led by Souljourn Yoga Foundation founder Jordan Ashley, PhD, and botanical textile dyer Erica Kowalsky of Down To Earth Goods — Souljourn’s first retreat in Mexico. Jordan and Erica have curated an unforgettable 4-night, 5-day experience on the Caribbean edge of the Yucatán Peninsula, where jungle meets turquoise sea. Tulum is part…

NEW YORK, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Gallagher-Clewes Memorial Scolarship Winners nextSource is proud to announce the recipients of the inaugural Gallagher-Clewes Memorial Scholarship. Established to honor the lasting legacy of former nextSource leaders Jim Gallagher and Kristin Clewes, the scholarship supports nextSource Associates pursuing accredited educational and professional development opportunities. It is awarded annually to individuals who demonstrate leadership rooted in authenticity and empathy, a commitment to service excellence and community, and a drive for continuous self-improvement and lifelong learning. Following a highly competitive application process, the Scholarship Selection Committee selected three outstanding recipients whose personal and professional…

Descrease article font size Increase article font size Toronto paramedics say one person is dead following a two-alarm fire Tuesday morning at a highrise building. Paul Fitzgerald, deputy fire chief, told reporters that as part of their response they conducted a search for any other potential fires and found one adult with “vital signs absent.”  They were later pronounced dead on scene, which is located at Neilson Road and McLevin Avenue.Fitzgerald added the person is believed to be a resident or occupant of the unit that was on fire.Toronto fire said the call came in at 7:39 a.m. When crews…

It seems some Canadians feel quite at home with the federal government’s preference for British spelling. Messages to Prime Minister Mark Carney on the matter indicate several correspondents see the affectation as a way of countering U.S. cultural dominance.A flurry of emails to Carney followed news last December that promoters of Canadian English objected to the federal government’s use of British spelling in official documents.Dozens of pages of messages were released to The Canadian Press in response to an Access to Information request.While some writers flatly objected to the federal shift, others applauded it as patriotic.“In our effort to distance…

Open earbuds are having a bit of a moment right now, and Nothing is the latest company jumping on the trend. Its budget sub-brand has introduced the CMF Clip Pro, CMF’s first open earbuds that are designed to provide comfort and sound quality for people who don’t want to sacrifice their situational awareness.The $99 CMF Clip Pro is available starting today in the US, and comes in three color variations: white, black, and orange (which are described as light gray, dark gray, and coral, respectively). That’s the same price as Nothing’s Ear 3A and original Ear (a) buds, so you’re…

WHITE PLAINS, N.Y., Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Freixenet, the world’s #1 sparkling wine, today announces its entry into the ready-to-drink (RTD) category with the debut of Freixenet Solare Spritz. Striking the perfect balance between authentic Mediterranean flavors and the appeal of a hard seltzer, Freixenet invites consumers to “taste the sun” with every sip. This innovation arrives at the perfect moment as American drinking habits rapidly evolve toward relaxed, lower-ABV daytime options. Moving past traditional spritz flavor profiles, this unique offering is a refreshing experience made with younger drinkers in mind. Freixenet Solare Spritz fills a clear whitespace…

BRAMPTON, Ontario, Aug. 04, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EXP, a global engineering, architecture, design and consulting firm, announces the promotion of Kevin George to lead the firm’s Major Projects sector. The promotion reinforces EXP’s commitment to supporting public and private clients in delivering some of North America’s most complex infrastructure programs. In his expanded role, Kevin will lead major pursuits strategy, market growth, client engagement and project delivery across transportation, transit, energy and critical infrastructure markets. “Kevin’s elevation comes at a critical time in our industry, as owners need partners with demonstrated experience in delivering megaprojects through alternative delivery models…