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NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HitPaw Edimakor has officially released V4.5.0 - marking a new era of digital innovation. This major upgrade introduces two powerful breakthroughs - the Multi-Avatar Dialogue System and the enhanced NanoBanana Pro AI Image Generator. Together, they push digital creation beyond static visuals and into the world of intelligent, dynamic interaction. With this update - Edimakor continues to redefine what creators can achieve through AI-driven content.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- As the holidays bring moments of connection, AgingIN is recognizing the caregivers and elders who preserve the comfort and continuity of home in long-term care. AgingIN, home to THE GREEN HOUSE® Project and Pioneer Network, celebrates these families and the AgingIN-associated professional care teams that are built for person-directed living.

AVE MARIA, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Nick and Joan Cerami announce their growing presence in Southwest Florida as owners of Pillar To Post Home Inspectors - the Cerami Team, marking the next chapter in a professional journey that has spanned four decades and two industries. After more than 30 years each in marketing and advertising - often working in tandem as client and agency partner, the couple now share business ownership.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Industrial SalesLeads today announced the findings of its November 2025 report on planned capital project spending within the North American Industrial Manufacturing sector. The firm's research, which tracks new plant construction, facility expansions, and significant equipment modernization, identified 154 new projects. Capital project activity remains stable, with 154 new projects in November, nearly matching the 155 projects tracked in October.

AUSTIN, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced the appointment of Alex Sirpis as vice president of sales. In this role, Sirpis will lead the company's sales organization, refine the go-to-market strategy and drive revenue growth as FirstClose continues expanding its presence with mortgage and home equity lenders across the country.

LAKE ZURICH, Ill. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Dovenmuehle Mortgage, Inc. (DMI), a leading mortgage subservicing company, announced today that Rivermark Community Credit Union has expanded its partnership with DMI. Under this expanded relationship, Dovenmuehle will provide subservicing for Rivermark's growing portfolio of mortgage loans, supporting the credit union's expanding membership base and ensuring an exceptional servicing experience for members.

CLEVELAND, Ohio /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Top mortgage industry webcast The Big Picture, broadcast live every Thursday at 3 p.m. ET, announced a December lineup of trailblazing figures in loan origination technology, real estate and housing finance advocacy. Co-hosted by mortgage business consultant and executive coach Rich Swerbinsky and capital markets authority Rob Chrisman.

LONG BEACH, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- New Cadence Healthcare is excited to welcome Dr. Jasia Hu, M.D., who officially joined our team on December 1, 2025. A board-certified family medicine physician who has cared for the Long Beach community since 2010, Dr. Hu brings deep experience in preventive care, chronic disease management, and patient education.

NEW YORK and HONG KONG /Massachusetts Newswire: -- With the latest in-game updates bringing new Gigantamax raids Pokémon GO and special seasonal events, Trainers are once again focusing on the best Gigantamax Pokémon GO to strengthen their teams. This guide from PoGoskill summarizes current raid highlights, top selections, and ways players can join these events efficiently.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Affairs Department, operating as Pompano Beach Arts, proudly announces the milestone "sapphire" 5th anniversary of Jazz Fest Pompano Beach, taking place Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2026. Set along the city's stunning shoreline, the festival once again brings two days of world-class performances, culinary delights, and community celebration - all free to the public. This event is set to rival the most notable Jazz Festivals in the county, with warm breezes, salted air and the vibes of sultry jazz.

SANTA CLARA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- SecuGen, a leader in optical fingerprint biometrics, today announced it will integrate Precise Biometrics' proven live-finger detection (LFD) technology into SecuGen's next generation MOSIP L1 authentication device and the company's upcoming UIDAI L1 Registered Device. The integration enhances the devices' presentation attack detection (PAD) capabilities while preserving SecuGen's high-quality imaging and operational performance.

ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Jackson Copeland Foundation has officially launched, announcing a dual mission to fund research into high-risk leukemia variants and provide critical financial support to patients and families navigating the devastating costs of leukemia treatment. Beyond research, the Foundation addresses the immediate, crushing burden of a diagnosis.

DES MOINES, Iowa /Massachusetts Newswire: -- iEmergent, a forecasting and advisory services firm for the financial services, mortgage and real estate industries, released a new analysis validating that its U.S. purchase mortgage origination forecasts continue to lead the industry in accuracy, outperforming other publicly available forecasts such as those published by Fannie Mae and the Mortgage Bankers Association (MBA) over the last six years.

OCALA, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Grab your leather jackets and poodle skirts! On Saturday, December 6, the Mary Sue Rich Community Center in Ocala will be transformed into a 1950s-style dance hall and casino for the "Happy Days Sock Hop," a high-energy holiday fundraiser for Stirrups 'n Strides Therapeutic Riding Center, Casino Party Planners Florida announced today.

QUEEN CREEK, Ariz. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Christmas at Schnepf Farms is back for the holidays, and this year's outdoor holiday experience is bigger and better than ever. When the gates opened on November 28, guests gained access to more than 30 acres of the East Valley farm and nearly 50 holiday-themed attractions. Christmas at Schnepf Farms runs Thursday through Sunday from November 28 through December 28, 2025.

NEW YORK and HONG KONG /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Tenorshare, a global leader in software solutions, has officially launched Tenorshare Cleamio 3.3.0, the newly upgraded version of its popular Mac cleaning tool previously known as 4DDiG Mac Cleaner. The update introduces a refreshed brand identity, a redesigned interface, and new AI-powered capabilities, bringing users a more modern and intuitive Mac optimization experience.

ORLANDO, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Cole Engineering Services, Inc. (CESI), a By Light Company, has been competitively down selected to demonstrate the next evolution in live training modernization: the Force-on-Force Small Arms Appended Sensor Package (ASP). This hybrid system, which integrates laser, optical, and geo-pairing technologies, represents a significant leap forward in live training realism.

RALEIGH, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Sokal, a leading automotive advertising and digital marketing agency, proudly announces its move to a new Raleigh headquarters in the up-and-coming Ironworks facility. With a now 150+ strong team, offices in key regions, and specialized staff serving dealers coast‑to‑coast, Sokal continues its mission to deliver market-leading services to automotive clients.

AUSTIN, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, today announced the appointment of Adam Nicholson as director of professional services. Nicholson will lead the company's implementation operations, including project delivery, process optimization and cross-functional coordination to enhance the customer experience.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- As year-end reporting and finals season ramp up, Mapify, the AI mind mapping summarizer trusted by over 5 million users worldwide, helps turn videos, images, audio files, web pages, and documents into clear, editable maps. Recognized as one of the top AI mind mapping apps, Mapify makes it easy for students, educators, professionals, and creators to organize ideas and summarize anything visually.

TEMECULA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Publishers Newswire (PNW), an online news publisher covering books, music, indie film, and software launched in 2004, today announced its latest semi-annual "books to bookmark" list for Q2 and Q3 (April through September) 2025, noting 13 new and interesting "good reads" from small publishers released this year. These newly published books are often overlooked due to not coming from major traditional book publishers.

CORONA, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Macfox Bike today announced the launch of its Black Friday electric bike promotion, offering discounts of up to 23% on select models, including the X7, X1S, M16, and X2. This year, Macfox introduced two new models based on rider feedback across different height ranges: the X7 and the M16.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Valuecom, a leading global coupons and savings platform, has officially launched its Black Friday 2025 deals hub, presenting one of the most extensive collections of discounts available across major retail categories. The dedicated page features over 500,000 verified coupons, updated as of November 21, 2025, consolidating the year's deepest and most competitive promotions into a single, accessible resource.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Move For Hunger, a national hunger relief nonprofit, successfully hosted its Music City Drop event in downtown Nashville, rallying the community and corporate partners to raise the equivalent of more than 680,000 meals for families in need.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Luvme Hair, recognized for its commitment to realistic human hair wigs, announces the launch of its 2025 Black Friday Wigs Sale. Timed to align with Thanksgiving, the event features a selection of human hair wigs that look real, including popular luvme black wigs. This year's sale aims to help individuals explore seasonal hairstyle trends and find natural-looking options suitable for holiday gatherings and everyday wear.

AUSTIN, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today that Lake Michigan Credit Union (LMCU) has implemented FirstClose's Equity Order Management to automate settlement workflows for its home equity lending operations.

TORRANCE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- DocMagic, Inc. announced today the availability of its in-person electronic notarization (IPEN) capability, extending the company's Total eClose™ platform to support more closing scenarios and borrower preferences across the country. IPEN offers lenders, settlement agents, notaries and borrowers an additional digital option for situations where remote online notarization (RON) is not jurisdictionally permitted or simply not the preferred experience.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HealthSync AI, a leader in healthcare automation and AI-native clinical intelligence, today announced the launch of the Unified Digital Healthcare Platform (UDHP), the first end-to-end, AI-orchestrated infrastructure designed to unify fragmented systems across hospitals, medical groups, and rural healthcare providers.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- iTop, a pioneering developer of creative software tools, today announced the global launch of iTop Voicy, a brand-new, smart real-time AI voice changer specifically designed for Windows users. Available 100% free, iTop Voicy leverages the most advanced AI modulation technology to deliver smooth, instant voice transformation, eliminating latency and empowering users to completely redefine their digital voice presence without any loading delays.

DALLAS, Texas, and LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Smart cooks appreciate products that are premium-quality and versatile, and during the busy holiday season, that is even more important. LALA® Crema Mexicana tops that list, and this year, Southern California shoppers are being given a fun opportunity to experience, taste and learn about this rich, creamy and authentic dairy delight.

OKLAHOMA CITY, Okla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HLA Protein Technologies, Inc. (formerly Pure Protein, LLC) today announced the commercial launch of its new soluble HLA-G (sHLA-G) product portfolio, marking an expansion of its next-generation HLA research tools. HLA-G is a non-classical MHC Class I molecule recognized as a key immune checkpoint regulator.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Just in time for the holiday season, the American Gem Society (AGS) is bringing back Find a Jeweler Week, running December 1-5. First launched in 2021, this annual campaign is held during the first week of December to help educate consumers on the importance of shopping with a credentialed AGS jeweler.

AMES, Iowa /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Midland Co., an emerging leader in land-based shrimp production technology, today announced two major milestones: the launch of its shrimp products in all Fareway Meat Markets and select Fareway grocery stores, and the expansion of its network of independent farms across Iowa and the Midwest.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- In his debut novel "Verisi Millitude: The Adventure Saga" (ISBN: 978-1834182056; released by Tellwell Publishing; October, 2025), author and artist Oren Schott invites readers into a world of swords, sorcery, and peril. What begins as a simple quest for riches quickly becomes an unforgettable journey of camaraderie, personal transformation, and survival against impossible odds.

LAS VEGAS, Nev. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Celestial Baseball Association (CBA) continues to fulfill its mission of "Hitting Home Runs for God" as they slide into first base with a rousing mix of faith, film and fastballs for their Old Timers Day Open Casting Call and USA Storm the Barn Baseball Prayer Tour. The 10-city casting call and prayer tour hits its first home run in Las Vegas, Saturday, November 22, 2025 at the Faith Lutheran High School in Summerlin.

PHILADELPHIA, Pa. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- During National Family Caregiving Month, Simpson is recognizing and supporting the millions of Americans who provide care for loved ones by sharing resources and guidance through its Confident Caregiving for Family and Friends webinar. Simpson, a nonprofit senior living organization serving older adults for more than 150 years, offers families guidance, resources, and reassurance that they are not alone.

DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- ACES Quality Management® (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced the release of its quarterly ACES Mortgage QC Industry Trends Report covering the second quarter (Q2) of 2025. The report analyzes post-closing quality control data derived from the ACES Quality Management & Control® software.

SALT LAKE CITY, Utah /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Mobility Market Intelligence (MMI), the leader in mortgage technology, has been recognized with the 2025 AI Pioneer Award by PROGRESS in Lending Association for leveraging artificial intelligence like ChatMMI cross its platform to deliver to deliver real, measurable outcomes for lenders-from opportunity discovery and timely outreach to borrower retention and lifetime loyalty.

DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Fysin Hair (Fysinhair International INC) today announced a Black Friday Early Access promotion that makes its best-selling ready-to-wear wigs available at a seasonal discount. Customers may apply code BF20 at checkout to receive 20% off qualifying items. The promotion emphasizes glueless construction, HD lace technology and pre-treatment (pre-cut lace, bleached knots, pre-plucked hairlines) to minimize customization and shorten time-to-wear.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HitPaw, a pioneer in intuitive and powerful multimedia enhancer & editing solutions, is thrilled to announce the kickoff of its 2025 Black Friday campaign - kicking off, November 11th, and running for a limited time! This year's event brings exclusive discounts of up to 60% on its suite of top-tier creative tools, inviting content creators, professionals, and hobbyists alike to grab the year's best savings on software designed to elevate every creative project.

ASHEVILLE, N.C. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- icture this: endless golden grass, a scorching dry season and a journey from Tanzania to Kenya in search of life-giving water. In a new children's book written by Liisa Andreassen and illustrated by Frederic Gingillino, "Gnu Gnu and Punda's Great Adventure" (ISBN: 979-8218776183), give young readers the opportunity to join two unlikely companions - the sturdy wildebeest Gnu Gnu and the fast, sharp-eyed zebra Punda. They quickly discover that working together makes them stronger than they ever imagined.

REDONDO BEACH, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Golden State Pops Orchestra's beloved holiday tradition returns brighter than ever! The 2025 Holiday POPS Spectacular, led by Maestro Steven Allen Fox with Resident Choir Maestra Marya Basaraba and the Golden State Pops Orchestra and GSPO Chorale, once again brings cinematic sparkle and symphonic splendor to the holiday season.

VICTORIA, B.C. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Tellwell Publishing is proud to announce that it has received a BBB Torch Award for Ethics in the Professional Services category for the second year in a row. This marks the company's fourth consecutive nomination and second win, recognizing Tellwell's ongoing commitment to ethical business practices, transparency, and integrity in the publishing industry.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Beginning November 18, the National Agricultural Aviation Association's annual Ag Aviation Expo will kick off at the Reno Convention Center in Reno, Nevada. Returning to their 12th NAAA expo, ViewTech Borescopes will have their VJ-4 articulating video borescopes on hand to trial.

DUBLIN, Ohio /Massachusetts Newswire: -- American Freight is rolling out special offers that can't be missed! From November 24 through December 5, customers can score deep discounts on top furniture and mattress selections, plus special financing options to make it even easier to bring home new essentials for less.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. and PLYMOUTH, Minn. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Rice Park Capital Management LP ("Rice Park"), a Minneapolis-based private investment firm specializing in mortgage servicing rights (MSRs), announced today that it has acquired Rosegate Mortgage, LLC ("Rosegate Mortgage"), NMLS #2020757, a retail and consumer-direct mortgage lender headquartered in Charlotte, NC.

AUSTIN, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Velocity Credit Union (Velocity) has announced the launch of a new Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) program designed to give members greater financial flexibility and control over their everyday spending. A financial institution with over $1 billion in assets and serving over 80,000 members, Velocity is introducing this program to further its commitment to offering comprehensive financial services to its members for every stage of their life.

WATERTOWN, Mass. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Avatar Design & Construction, a leading commercial design-build firm, today announced the official trademarking of its company name (Avatar®) as a design-build brand and the launch of its new trademarked "Grand" line of multi-family apartment buildings. This strategic move solidifies the company's identity and introduces a new standard of living to the New England market, beginning with three major projects in Manchester, New Hampshire.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HotDeals, the trusted online platform for discovering verified coupon codes and discounts, today released its first Holiday Savings Insights Report for 2025, combining Adobe's publicly released 2025 holiday spending forecast with HotDeals' proprietary savings data.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- As lenders continue to navigate a shifting housing market marked by volatility, margin pressure and rapid technological change, The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC) is doubling down on what it believes is the industry's greatest strength: connection.

IRVINE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Cloudvirga, a Stewart-owned provider of digital point-of-sale platforms for lenders, today announced the launch of its new Loan Hub for lenders seeking an optimized loan team experience. The Loan Hub gives loan officers, LO assistants and processors a modern, intuitive workspace to manage their pipelines, collaborate with borrowers and complete key tasks without toggling between systems.

WESTMINSTER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- ee and meet The Industry Group and Kiosk Association at the IAAPA Trade Show. Featured in the booth - Pyramid Computer with kiosks, digital signage and embedded computing, AcquireDigital - digital wayfinding software and digital signage, Sitekiosk with interactive digital signage software, DPL Wireless providing redundant connectivity for all types of kiosks, vending, lockers and digital signage.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- PDFgear today introduced a stunning new version for iPadOS 26, reimagining how PDFs look and flow on the iPad. Built on Apple's Liquid Glass design language, the new version delivers a fluid, dynamic PDF editing experience. With refined visuals and intuitive multitasking, PDFgear for iPad offers users a more productive, elegant way to work with PDFs.

NASHVILLE, Tenn. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Move For Hunger, a national hunger relief nonprofit, is bringing an unforgettable experience to downtown Nashville this fall. The Music City Drop invites brave participants to rappel 20 stories down the Omni Hotel while raising awareness and critical funds to fight hunger and food waste.

NEW YORK and GUANGZHOU, China /Massachusetts Newswire: -- StarknightMT, a leading provider of aftermarket UTV/ATV parts and accessories, is gearing up for the 2025 Black Friday Sale, it will offer off-road enthusiasts and professionals the biggest discounts of the year on their premium product.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HitPaw, a leading provider of AI-powered creative tools, announced the release of HitPaw FotorPea V5.1.0, the latest milestone version featuring generative enhancement, comprehensive restoration for every scene, and multi-image AI creation capabilities. This release reinforces HitPaw's commitment to making professional-grade photo editing accessible to both casual users and creative professionals.

PLANO, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Optimal Blue today released its October 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, showing that rate-lock activity remained strong despite seasonal cooling and continued to outpace last year's levels. Total lock volume fell 4.2% month over month (MoM) from September's peak but was still up 18% year over year (YoY) as borrowers responded to improving affordability and narrower rate spreads.