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French Olympic gold medalist Florent Manaudou announces retirement

PARIS — French six-time Olympic medallist Florent Manaudou, who has not competed since 2024, announced on Thursday that he was retiring from swimming at the age of 35. "Two years on from the Paris Olympics, that's it -- I'm announcing my retirement. It will take place on Saturday" during a ceremony at the European swimming championships in Paris, said the London Games 50m freestyle gold medallist. After winning two bronze medals in the 50m freestyle and the 4x100m medley relay at the Paris

Diginex Grows Revenue 77%, Remains Debt-Free as Sustainability RegTech Platform Takes Shape Following Strategic Acquisitions

Accelerated global scaling through three strategic cross-border acquisitions, PlanA.earth GmbH ("Plan A”), Matter DK ApS ("Matter”), and The Remedy Project Limited ("The Remedy Project”), unifying regulatory compliance capabilities to serve corporate and institutional clients worldwide.Appointed Lorenzo Romano as Deputy Chairman, Lubomila Jordanova as Chief Executive Officer and integrated leadership from the Company’s strategic acquisitions, advancing platform unification and global scaling and

Verizon readies for Tropical Storm Lala; Offers tips for Hawai’i residents and businesses

At a glance Strengthened network infrastructure: Verizon has prepared its Hawai’i network with backup generators, satellite assets, and pre-staged equipment designed for reliability during severe weather.Proactive collaboration: Verizon is working directly with the Hawai’i Emergency Management Agency (HIEMA), local power providers, and public safety officials to support critical infrastructure.Customer resources: Verizon offers essential digital preparedness steps to help residents and businesse

BridgeBio Pharma Announces Launch of Secondary Offering of Common Stock on Behalf of an Existing Shareholder

PALO ALTO, Calif., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- BridgeBio Pharma, Inc. (Nasdaq: BBIO) ("BridgeBio”), a commercial-stage, multi-product biopharmaceutical company focused on developing medicines for genetic conditions, announced today the launch of a secondary public offering of 5,000,000 shares of its common stock by the selling stockholder KKR Genetic Disorder L.P. The Company is not selling any shares and will not receive any of the proceeds of the offering. William Blair, Goldman Sachs &

Leading Dining-and-Bar Brand COMMUNE Makes Hong Kong Debut with All-Day Concept

HONG KONG, Aug. 13, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- COMMUNE, an all-day dining-and-bar brand, has officially entered the Hong Kong market with the opening of its first location at Lee Garden Three in Causeway Bay. The opening marks an important step in COMMUNE's expansion into international markets. It introduces its all-day operating model to Hong Kong, extending the dining and social experience from daytime meals through to evening drinks. A Decade of Growth Built on the All-Day Dining-and-Bar Model Over

Valneva Half-Year 2026 Financial Report

Valneva Half-Year 2026 Financial Report Attachment Financial Report HY1 2026 (EN) (2026-08-12) (002)

DFDS TO CONVENE EGM TO ELECT NEW BOARD MEMBERS. CHAIR STEPPING DOWN

COMPANY ANNOUNCEMENT no. 22 - 13 August 2026 Following a request from DFDS’ largest shareholder, Lauritzen Fonden Holding ApS, made pursuant to section 89 of the Danish Companies Act and article 5.4 of the Company’s Articles of Association, DFDS will convene an Extraordinary General Meeting (EGM) to propose the election of Niels Smedegaard and Jan Johan Kühl as new members of the Board of Directors ("the Board”). In light of the development of DFDS’ future strategy and subsequent execution, Laur

Toll Brothers Announces New Waterfront Luxury Home Community Coming Soon to Yulee, Florida

Maris Cove offers waterfront living with expansive home designs in an exclusive gated community YULEE, Fla., Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation's leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its newest community, Maris Cove, is coming soon to Yulee, Florida. Ideally situated along the Intracoastal Waterway, Maris Cove will be a private, gated waterfront community offering just 30 expansive single-family home sites. Site work is underway near Fernandi

Annual General Meeting in Bang & Olufsen a/s

At today’s Annual General Meeting, the following resolutions were approved in accordance with the agenda. The general meeting took note of the Board of Directors' report, approved the company's audited annual report for the financial year 2025/26 and granted discharge to the company's Executive Management Board and Board of Directors. Furthermore, the general meeting resolved that no dividend should be paid and that the year’s profit was to be carried forward to the next financial year. The gene

AIM Global Foundation Strengthens UAE-India Investment Dialogue Ahead of AIM Congress 2026

MUMBAI, India, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AIM Global Foundation advanced its engagement with India’s investment and business community during a visit by its Chairman, Dawood Al Shezawi, from 5 to 8 August 2026. Conducted as part of the Foundation’s international roadshow, the visit supported preparations for the 15th edition of AIM Congress, held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai. Duri

Treasury Bill Auction Announcement - RIKV 27 0217

SeriesRIKV 27 0217ISINIS0000039535Maturity Date02/17/2027Auction Date08/17/2026Settlement Date08/19/2026 On the Auction Date, between 10:30 am and 11:00 am, the Government Debt Management will auction Treasury bills in the Series, with the ISIN number and with the Maturity Date according to the table above. Payments for the Treasury bills must be received by the Central Bank before 14:00 on the Settlement Date and the Bills will be delivered in electronic form on the same day. Further reference

New DOLE assistant secretary for Visayas and Mindanao takes oath

MANILA, Philippines — Former General Santos representative Loreto Acharon took oath on Thursday as an assistant secretary of the Department of Labor and Employment (DOLE). Labor Secretary Francis Tolentino administered the oath of office at the department's central office in Intramuros. "An Assistant Secretary for Regional Operations - Visayas and Mindanao, ASec. Acharon will oversee the execution of labor programs and ensure the seamless delivery of services to workers across the Visayas

Donated 40 generator sets by Filipino businessmen arrive in Ukraine

MANILA, Philippines — European Union (EU) Ambassador to Manila Massimo Santoro expressed gratitude to Filipino businessmen for donating 40 generator sets to provide backup electricity to communities affected by Russia’s continued attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure. "Grateful to the Philippines business for standing with Ukraine. 40 generators will help sustain essential services amid Russia’s attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure," Santoro said on Thurs

G6 Hospitality Strengthens Franchise Engagement Through Nationwide Town Halls

DALLAS, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- G6 Hospitality, parent company of the Motel 6 and Studio 6 brands, has concluded a nationwide series of franchise owner town halls, bringing senior leadership together with more than 150 franchise owners across Texas, Oklahoma, Illinois, Ohio, California, Arizona and Oregon. The meetings took Vice Chairman Ankit Tandon, National Head of Brand Performance Anuj Ladha and regional leadership coast to coast to discuss business performance, share progress on

nsur.ai Launches AI Underwriting Assistant

Personal underwriting assistant exclusively for underwriters requires no core system replacement, no migration or integration, and is platform agnostic. AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- nsur.ai, an insurance technology company delivering artificial intelligence (AI) solutions for underwriters, announces general availability of its AI Underwriting Assistant, built exclusively for property and casualty (P&C) underwriters to work alongside any platform or core system. Unlike traditi

WellBridge Surgical Named No. 988 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List, the Most Prestigious Ranking of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Following Significant Revenue Growth Over the Past Three Years, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses INDIANAPOLIS, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WellBridge Surgical today announced it has been ranked No. 988 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 list, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. The list is the most prestigious ranking of the nation’s most successful independent and entrepreneurial businesses, recognizing companies that have achie

IPS Introduces Switchboard Program Recertified to UL 891 Standard

Redefining How Customers Enable Certified Power Infrastructure Greenville, SC, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Integrated Power Services (IPS), North America’s leading provider of end-to-end electrical, mechanical, and power management solutions, today announced the launch of IPS ReCert™, a first-of-its-kind switchboard recertification program certified to UL 891. IPS ReCert™ expands the company’s portfolio of new and reconditioned UL 891 switchboards by giving electrical distribution equipmen

Tropic Names Co-Founder Justin Etkin CEO

Co-Founder David Campbell will remain Chairman of the Board, advising the company on go-to-market strategy and corporate initiatives. NEW YORK, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tropic, the intelligence layer for modern procurement and finance teams, today announced that Co-Founder and Chief Operating Officer Justin Etkin has been named the company’s new Chief Executive Officer. As part of this planned executive succession, Co-Founder David Campbell will continue serving as Chairman of the Board

Minutes from Extraordinary General Meeting

Oslo, 13 August 2026 An Extraordinary General Meeting of Interoil Exploration and Production ASA was held in Oslo on 13 August 2026. The minutes from the meeting are attached. This information is subject of the disclosure requirements of section 5-12 of the Norwegian Securities Trading Act. Please direct any further questions to: ir@interoil.no Attachment EGM 13 August 2026 Minutes w appendices

Lynden Logistics receives 20th Quest for Quality Award

Freight forwarder scores #1 overall, best value Lynden Logistics Lynden Logistics is a full-service transportation and logistics provider. Anchorage, AK, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- For the fourth consecutive year, Lynden Logistics was voted the #1 airfreight forwarder in the annual Quest for Quality awards, including being rated the best value out of all companies. Lynden Logistics’ combined scores in performance, value, information technology, customer service, and equipment & operations

All Out Cooling & Heating Expands Customer Service Operations in Arizona’s East Valley

Family-owned HVAC company welcomes a returning team member and invests in technology designed to improve communication, scheduling, and access to service Chandler, Arizona, United States, August 13, 2026 -- All Out Cooling & Heating, a family-owned HVAC company serving Chandler, Gilbert, Tempe, and surrounding East Valley communities, is expanding its customer service operations through a key team addition and new technology investments designed to create a more seamless experience for homeowner

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Snuggle Me® Organic Introduces the Infant Lounger Wave, Featuring SnuggleCore™, the Brand's Most Advanced Comfort Innovation Yet

MINNEAPOLIS, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Snuggle Me® Organic, the brand beloved by parents for its minimal, modern baby essentials, introduces the Infant Lounger Wave, its most considered expression yet of a belief that has guided Snuggle Me since day one: supporting a baby well means supporting the parent too. The Infant Lounger Wave brings a 2-in-1 design for supervised lounging and tummy time, together with the brand's new SnuggleCore™ Ergonomic Comfort System, using targeted ergonomic

Tiny Health Named No. 208 on the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Microbiome Innovator Recognized for 1,624% Three-Year Revenue Growth, Earning a Place Among the Nation’s Most Successful Independent Businesses AUSTIN, Texas, Aug. 13, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Tiny Health, the microbiome intelligence platform for precision health at every stage of life, today announced it has been ranked No. 208 on the 2026 Inc. 5000, the annual list of the fastest-growing private companies in America. Among Biotech companies on this year's list, Tiny Health ranked fourth, with