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FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Natural Transplants(r), a leader in permanent hair restoration, has been officially recognized as the #1 facility in the latest industry rankings of the Top Hair Transplant Clinics in Fort Lauderdale. This prestigious accolade from ReVerb solidifies the clinic's status as the premier destination for patients seeking life-changing results through advanced surgical techniques.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Exciting news for readers ready for a juicy journey through high society and the hip-hop culture of the South: Karen Soven's "Once Upon A Time In Palm Beach: Tales of Life & Love from the Land of Sunshine & Money" (ISBN: 978-1964377605 [ebook]; 978-1964377599 [paperback]; 978-1964377612 [hardcover], Legacy Launch Pad Publishing) provides that and more.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, today announced it will host the inaugural ACT Technology Summit, short for Accelerator and Collaborative Transformation, a two-day standalone mortgage technology competition and showcase Aug. 12-13 at The Highlands Hotel in Dallas.

WASHINGTON, D.C. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Chaikin, Sherman, Cammarata & Siegel, P.C., one of the Washington D.C. area's most distinguished personal injury law firms, has once again been recognized in the prestigious 2026 Edition of Best Law Firms(r), marking the seventh consecutive year the firm has earned this honor. This latest achievement reinforces the firm's position as a consistent leader in personal injury and medical malpractice litigation throughout the Washington D.C. metropolitan area.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- What if men had to prove they were marriage material? What if men were judged by their biceps and facial symmetry? What if men needed to smile more in order to get promoted? And what if this wasn't satire - but a classified transmission from the future? Welcome to "Galaxy 360: A Woman's Playground," produced by Movement 360 Inc., the feminist sci-fi universe quietly taking over the internet.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- ViewTech Borescopes announced the introduction of the new VJ-4 8.4mm triple camera borescope this week: engineered to provide a near-360-degree field of view. Using three integrated high-resolution cameras - one forward-facing camera and two side-facing cameras - the triple camera borescope delivers a more comprehensive assessment for the most demanding professional and industrial applications.

NEWBURY PARK, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- freebeat AI (freebeat.ai), an AI-powered music video creation platform, today announced the launch of a new version of its AI Music Video Generator, introducing a more expressive Music Video Agent that adapts how visuals are created for different types of songs.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- This holiday season, HitPaw, a global leader in AI-powered creative solutions, teams up with PixPretty, an emerging AI visual creation platform, to launch the HitPaw & PixPretty Christmas Special Treats campaign. This cross-brand collaboration delivers genuine holiday value to creators worldwide, combining a free AI Portrait Editor Access with exclusive discounts of up to 50% off across HitPaw's product lineup.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Fineshare, a leading AI audio and video software company, today officially announced the launch of Vora AI, an AI-powered video generation and enhancement tool purpose-built to elevate Sora videos. With Vora, users can instantly upgrade videos to 4K ultra-high definition and generate clean, pro-grade videos, while also accessing a continuous stream of creative ideas to produce more compelling, high‑impact videos that drive visibility and audience engagement.

JACKSONVILLE BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Industrial SalesLeads reported a strong rebound in the Food and Beverage industry with 53 new planned capital projects identified in November 2025. The Firm, which tracks North American industrial activity including facility expansions, new plant construction, and major equipment upgrades, confirmed the increase as part of its latest project spending report.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- RMA (rma.us.com), a leading economic development firm, is proud to be part of the project team helmed by RVi Planning + Landscape Architecture (RVi) to update the West Tampa Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Redevelopment Plan. The plan update will focus on a redevelopment roadmap for the next 10 years and will identify community priorities, strategic opportunities, and economic partners to best execute the CRA's goals, objectives, and policies.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Gary Buechler is as well known for his pop culture commentary on shows like Piers Morgan as he is on YouTube and Rumble, where millions of fans flock to hear his every un-PC opinion. But few know the dark road he traveled to become a voice of nerd culture. Now, with "Waiting for Nerdrotic: From Prison to YouTube" (ISBN: 978-1964377261; Legacy Launch Pad Publishing), Buechler is sharing his story with the public at large.

NEW ORLEANS, La. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- With skilled nursing margins tightening, reimbursement uncertainty rising, and older adults wanting more personalized settings, nursing home and senior living operators are reassessing which care models will sustain both mission and market viability intact. AgingIN invites elder care leaders to the ReImagining Care Models conference for dynamic discussions on person-directed living, workforce culture, and operational design.

LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Save Long Beach Island, Inc. (Save LBI), a grassroots organization dedicated to sound energy policies and preserving our shore and ocean environment, today released a science-backed research paper to support Governor-elect Mikie Sherrill's stated goals of "making energy more affordable and reliable" and "driving New Jersey forward with economic development and innovation."

BUFFALO, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- LenderLogix, a leading provider of mortgage point-of-sale and automation software for banks, credit unions, independent mortgage banks, and brokers, today announced LiteSpeed eSign, a fully native eSignature experience built into the LiteSpeed point of sale (POS) platform. Serving both sides of the mortgage process, LiteSpeed eSign enables lenders to tag and request documents for electronic signatures directly in Encompass without the need to switch platforms.

SAN DIEGO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Mortgage Collaborative (TMC), the nation's leading independent cooperative network for mortgage lenders, today announced the launch of an individual subscription membership option that expands access to its network for mortgage professionals seeking connection, insight and peer engagement outside a traditional lender membership.

BEVERLY HILLS, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- This holiday season, ClearGivers offers a new kind of giving experience, one that blends the joy of shopping with the purpose of philanthropy. Founded by Aisha Kumari, the innovative platform connects donors, local businesses, and charities in a seamless online marketplace designed to make generosity feel personal and immediate.

MESA, Ariz. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Edupoint® Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy Education Platform, today announced that Synergy Student Information Suite has been recognized as the winner of the Student Information System (SIS) category of the 5th annual Product of the Year Awards by THE Journal.

WESTMINSTER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- See and meet The Industry Group and Kiosk Association at National Retail Federation Big Show in NYC in January at Javits Center. Featured in the booth - Pyramid Computer - Kiosk and digital signage, NZ Technologies with rugged touchscreen which is touchless. Sitekiosk interactive software for kiosks and digital signage, DPL Wireless Connectivity, Pyramid printers, and Vispero with Accessibility.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Musicful AI Music Generator has gained a large user base in the AI Music field over the past year due to its powerful AI model capable of generating natural and high-quality AI music. However, Musicful hasn't stopped innovating. Now, their brand-new feature: AI Music Video Generation has been released. This is exciting news for music enthusiasts and professional musicians alike.

ORCHARD PARK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Curbell Plastics, Inc. has been named the authorized distributor of DuPont™ Vespel® Shapes for the Midwest. This expansion adds 11 states in the central and southern United States to Curbell's previous territory that included 19 states in the Western U.S.

LOS ANGELES, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The Light Committee, a photography studio that provides some of the best headshots in Los Angeles has earned the "People Love Us On Yelp" badge and an award from Three Best Rated for Commercial Photographer. Both awards were earned in 2025 and add to many other awards earned by the studio.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Luvme Hair, a trusted brand in natural hair wigs and hair extensions, is excited to announce its 2025 Luvme Christmas Early-Bird Sale. This exclusive event offers up to $90 off select wig collections, giving customers the perfect opportunity to secure their favorite looks ahead of the festive season.

NEW YORK and SHENZHEN, China /Massachusetts Newswire: -- LumeFlow AI, the AI video generator built for content creators, has announced a major set of updates aimed at expanding its global presence and increasing user flexibility. The rollout includes localized websites for Asia, full mobile web optimization, and the announcement of an upcoming Christmas sale.

LA VERNE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- The holiday season brings warmth and celebration for many, but it can also heighten feelings of loneliness, grief, and disconnection among older adults. Hillcrest, one of Southern California's leading continuing care retirement communities (CCRCs), is encouraging seniors and their families to approach the season with intention, compassion, and community-minded connection.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- As the Christmas season approaches, holiday shopping momentum across the United States continues to build. To support consumers seeking affordable options during this festive period, Valuecom, a leading online discount resource platform, has officially unveiled its 2025 Christmas Discounts Hub.

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HotDeals, the trusted online destination for verified coupon codes and discounts, today announced the launch of its dedicated Christmas Savings Hub to help shoppers stretch their holiday budgets on gifts, travel, and everyday essentials.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- iToolab, a leading provider of innovative software solutions for iOS, Android, and Windows systems, today announces its Christmas Holiday Sale running from Dec. 10 to Jan. 16. During the Christmas sale period, users worldwide can enjoy discounts up to 80% on all tools, including WaTracker, WatsGo, AnyGo, UnlockGo (Android), UnlockGo (iOS), RecoverGo series, and etc.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- This holiday season, HitPaw Edimakor, the leading global AI-powered creative platform, is excited to announce its Christmas Celebration Sale - a limited-time event packed with exclusive offers to elevate your creative abilities. From professional video editing to advanced AI generation - users can now unlock premium tools at unbeatable holiday prices.

POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- RMA, a leading economic development firm, has been awarded a contract by the City of Coconut Creek to create a redevelopment plan for the City. The award-winning firm will establish a set of redevelopment strategies, evaluate city-owned vacant land, identify underused private properties ripe for redevelopment, and conduct a long-term financial analysis for the city.

TRAVERSE CITY, Mich. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- In 2022, ViewTech Borescopes expanded its industry-leading product portfolio with the launch of the VJ-4 video borescope. Setting a new benchmark for portable inspection technology, the VJ-4 was engineered specifically for professional and industrial applications. The new platform introduced a range of advanced features and enhanced performance capabilities.

DENVER, Colo. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- ACES Quality Management#xae; (ACES), the leading provider of enterprise quality management and control software for the financial services industry, today announced the general availability of its latest innovation, ACES DATABRIDGE, which makes ACES customer data fully portable.

AUSTIN, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- FirstClose™, a leading fintech provider of data and workflow solutions for mortgage and home equity lenders nationwide, announced today a new partnership with Stewart Lender Services, a division of Stewart Information Services Corporation (NYSE: STC), that enhances FirstClose's Order Management System (OMS) with expanded home equity fulfillment capabilities.

TROY, Mich. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Class Valuation, a leading real estate appraisal management company (AMC), announced today that Daniel A. Busch has joined the company as its chief financial officer (CFO). Busch brings more than two decades of financial leadership experience to the role, including extensive work in private equity environments, business transformation and data-driven operational performance.

PLANO, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Optimal Blue today released its November 2025 Market Advantage mortgage data report, which found that total mortgage rate-lock activity declined with normal late fall seasonality, yet still marked the strongest November in four years. Total lock volume fell 25% month over month (MoM) from October but remained up 17% year over year (YoY), buoyed by historically strong refinance demand and mortgage rates holding near 6%.

NEW YORK, N.Y. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- HitPaw, a leader in AI-powered multimedia solutions, announces the launch of HitPaw VikPea V5.1.0. This release introduces groundbreaking features including the highly anticipated AI Video Generator, AI Generative Model and enhanced Frame Interpolation Model, all designed to elevate video enhancement and creative workflows.

AMSTERDAM, Netherlands /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Selected as one of the top applications from over 1,600 submissions, LearnWise AI wins the Bronze Award in the AI in Education category, recognized for its innovation, impact, and scalability in transforming the student experience for its all-in-one, integrated approach to student support, tutoring, and assessment.

PLANO, Texas /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Optimal Blue today announced the promotion of Lanny Rogers III, CPA, to chief financial officer (CFO) and Jeremy Moreno to chief revenue officer (CRO). Their combined experience and long track records of leadership position the company to advance its next stage of growth and client success with a dedicated financial strategy function and strengthened revenue oversight.

ST. LOUIS, Mo. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Privacy concerns in public restrooms continue to grow, with 72% of Americans reporting discomfort due to visible gaps between stall doors and frames. Whether at work, school, restaurants, airports, or entertainment venues, restroom privacy has become a personal safety issue affecting millions every day. "Two hundred million people use a public restroom every week," says Bob Kodner, president of StallPlus-Go.

KISSIMMEE, Fla. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Dr. MaryAnn Wilkey announces the release of her compassionate new children's book, "Juny the Butterfly Boy: A Story of Loss and Love" (ISBN: 978-1779629081; released November 30 by Tellwell Publishing). Blending gentle fantasy with emotional truth, the book offers young readers and families an accessible way to understand grief, memory, and the lasting power of love.

GARDEN GROVE, Calif. /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Informative Research (IR), a leading technology provider of data-driven credit and verification solutions for the lending industry, today announced that Software Developer Sriranjini "Sri" Prabhakara has been named to National Mortgage Professional Magazine's 2025 40 Under 40 list. The annual recognition highlights emerging professionals whose work is helping shape the future of the mortgage sector.

LADNER, B.C., Canada /Massachusetts Newswire: -- Author Hugh Greer announces the release of his new book, "2,300 Days of Travel: From Roughing it to Luxury Cruising" (ISBN: 978-1834183879), a witty and self-deprecating chronicle of his journeys from camping in the 1950s to luxury riverboats and ocean cruises later in life.

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.