Niedersachsen soll Standort für Europas nächste Schlüsseltechnologie werden: Proxima Fusion plant industrielle HTS-Band-Produktion
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+++ Stärkung der Standortsouveränität: Ziel ist Europas erster groß-industrieller Produktionsstandort für fusionsgeeignetes Hochtemperatur-Supraleiter-Band (HTS-Band).

+++ Industrielle Wertschöpfung: Für die ersten beiden Projektphasen werden Investitionen von rund 140 Millionen Euro erwartet. Angestrebt ist eine hälftige private und öffentliche Finanzierung; Niedersachsen plant, 21 Millionen Euro beizutragen.

+++ Proxima Fusion schafft als Ankerkunde Nachfrage für eine Schlüsseltechnologie mit zusätzlichen Anwendungsmöglichkeiten in Energienetzen, Medizintechnik und Antriebssystemen.

Proxima Fusion und das Land Niedersachsen haben heute eine Absichtserklärung (Memorandum of Understanding, kurz MoU) unterzeichnet, um die Grundlage für den Aufbau einer großindustriellen Produktion von Hochtemperatur-Supraleiter-Band (HTS-Band) in Niedersachsen zu schaffen. Für die ersten beiden Projektphasen - bis Ende 2029 - sind Investitionen von rund 140 Millionen Euro vorgesehen. Die Ansiedlung soll neue industrielle Wertschöpfung und qualifizierte Arbeitsplätze schaffen und zugleich eine zentrale Voraussetzung für den Aufbau von neuen europäischen Lieferketten bilden.

HTS-Band ist ein spezielles metallisches Band, das bei vergleichsweise hohen Temperaturen supraleitend wird. Im supraleitenden Zustand kann es elektrische Ströme praktisch ohne Widerstandsverluste transportieren. Dadurch lassen sich besonders starke und zugleich kompakte Elektromagnete bauen. Diese Magnete sind für Stellaratoren von zentraler Bedeutung: Sie erzeugen die Magnetfelder, die das extrem heiße Plasma im Inneren einer Fusionsanlage einschließen und kontrollieren.

HTS-Band wird so zu einer Schlüsselkomponente, weil es kompaktere und leistungsfähigere Fusionsanlagen und damit nicht nur die physikalische Umsetzung von Fusionsenergie, sondern auch kosteneffiziente Kraftwerke ermöglicht.

Die geplante Fabrik soll HTS-Band für den Einsatz in Fusionsanlagen herstellen, unter anderem für die leistungsstarken Magnete von Stellaratoren. Damit würde in Niedersachsen eine entscheidende industrielle Grundlage für Proximas Fusionsdemonstrator Alpha, das geplante Kraftwerk Stellaris und langfristig die Serienproduktion von Stellaratoren entstehen. Der künftige Produktionsstandort wäre einer der ersten seiner Art in Deutschland und Europa.

Die entstehende HTS-Produktionskapazität ist auch für andere Anwendungsfelder geeignet. HTS-Materialien können in leistungsfähigen Stromnetzen, der medizinischen Bildgebung und Therapie, fortschrittlichen Antriebssystemen sowie weiteren Hochfeldmagnet-Anwendungen eingesetzt werden. Eine Fertigung in Niedersachsen wird deshalb deutlich mehr schaffen als eine zusätzliche Lieferquelle für Stellaratoren-Technologie: Sie verbindet Materialkompetenz, Produktionsverfahren, Qualitätssicherung, Fachkräfte und Zulieferer zu einer industriellen Basis, die vielfältige Spin-Offs in weiteren Hochtechnologiebranchen ermöglichen kann.

Von der Fusionsforschung zur industriellen Wertschöpfung

Mit dem MoU schaffen Niedersachsen und Proxima den Rahmen, um aus dieser technologischen Nachfrage eine industrielle Produktionsbasis aufzubauen. Vorgesehen sind unter anderem die Prüfung geeigneter Standorte in Niedersachsen, eine meilensteinbasierte Unterstützungs- und Förderstruktur, die Begleitung von Genehmigungsverfahren sowie Kooperationen mit Unternehmen, Kommunen und Forschungseinrichtungen im Land.

Proxima befindet sich in Gesprächen mit mehreren internationalen Technologiepartnern, um etabliertes Know-how und Produktionskapazitäten für die Herstellung von HTS-Band nach Niedersachsen zu bringen.

Niedersachsens Ministerpräsident Olaf Lies: "Wir bauen Niedersachsen zum Vorreiter einer europäischen HTS-Produktion aus, die nicht nur Deutschlands ambitionierte Ziele im Bereich der Fusionsenergie unterstützen wird, sondern auch zukunftsorientierte Produktion, neue Wertschöpfung, qualifizierte Arbeitsplätze und technologisches Know-how zu uns bringen wird, all dies verspricht positive Innovationseffekte für viele weitere Branchen. Niedersachsen wird im wahrsten Sinne des Wortes zum Magneten für eine neue Schlüsseltechnologie."

"HTS-Band ist eine der Schlüsseltechnologien dafür, um Fusion industriell schnell zu skalieren. Alpha und Stellaris schaffen die Nachfrage, um dieses Produktions-Know-how vor Ort aufzubauen. Niedersachsen bringt die industrielle Basis, Energiekompetenz und politische Entschlossenheit mit, um eine Abhängigkeit in eine dauerhafte, strategische Stärke des Industriestandorts Deutschland und Europa umzuwandeln," sagt Dr. Francesco Sciortino, Mitgründer und CEO von Proxima Fusion.

"Niedersachsen bringt hervorragende Voraussetzungen für die Zukunftsfelder von morgen mit. Unsere Forschungseinrichtungen verfügen über gezielte Stärken in den Schlüsseltechnologien der Fusion, dazu zählen die Bereiche Laserphysik und Photonik. Die geplante Ansiedlung zeigt, wie wichtig die Zusammenarbeit von Wissenschaft und Wirtschaft zur Bildung neuer Stärken für Niedersachsen ist," sagt Falko Mohrs, Niedersachsens Minister für Wissenschaft und Kultur.

Eine strategische Lücke in Europas Fusionslieferkette schließen

HTS-Band wird bislang vor allem in Asien im großen industriellen Maßstab hergestellt. Der Aufbau eigener Fertigungskapazitäten ist strategisch relevant, um die Lieferkette von Stellaratoren nahezu vollständig in Europa zu verorten. Nach aktueller Planung benötigt Proxima rund 20.000 Kilometer HTS-Band für Alpha und weitere 40.000 Kilometer für Stellaris. Diese Nachfrage macht Proxima Fusion zum Ankerkunden: Langfristige Abnahmemengen sind wichtig für den industriellen Hochlauf, sichern eigenes Fertigungswissen und senken die Kosten pro Meter.

Bei der Gesamtinvestition strebt Proxima eine Finanzierung zu gleichen Teilen aus privaten Mitteln und öffentlicher Förderung an. Das Land Niedersachsen plant, aktuell 21 Millionen Euro bereitzustellen. Das entspricht knapp 30 Prozent des vorgesehenen öffentlichen Finanzierungsanteils.

Die Vereinbarung erweitert Proximas Industriestrategie um einen zentralen Produktionsschritt in der vorgelagerten Lieferkette. In der Alpha Alliance arbeiten bereits mehr als 50 Unternehmen an den Systemen, Fertigungsverfahren, Infrastrukturen und Integrationsleistungen für den Fusionsdemonstrator Alpha. Eine Produktion von fusionsgeeignetem HTS-Band würde diese industrielle Basis um eine zentrale Komponente ergänzen und gezielt eine entscheidende Lücke in der europäischen Fusionslieferkette schließen. Deutschland kann damit Fertigungswissen und Wertschöpfung im Land halten, seine Lieferketten widerstandsfähiger machen und seine weltweit führende Stellarator-Forschung in eine international relevante und für verschiedenste Branchen anschlussfähige Industrie überführen.

Über Proxima Fusion

Proxima Fusion ist Europas führendes Stellarator-Unternehmen und das erste Spin-out des Max-Planck-Instituts für Plasmaphysik. Das Unternehmen entwickelt Fusionskraftwerke auf Basis von QI-HTS-Stellaratoren und baut auf den wissenschaftlichen Durchbrüchen des Wendelstein-7-X-Programms auf.

Mit Alpha entwickelt Proxima einen Demonstrator für Nettoenergie aus Fusion Anfang der 2030er-Jahre und verfolgt das Ziel, mit Stellaris in den 2030er-Jahren das weltweit erste kommerzielle Stellarator-Fusionskraftwerk zu realisieren. Unterstützt wird dieser Weg durch die Alpha Alliance mit mehr als 50 Industriepartnern sowie ein hochrangig besetztes Industrial Development Board.

Proxima Fusion beschäftigt rund 200 Mitarbeiterinnen und Mitarbeiter und hat seinen Hauptsitz in München sowie Büros in Zürich und Oxford. Weitere Informationen unter: www.proximafusion.com

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Bühne frei für Nachwuchs der Pflege: Klasse PF24-1 der Berufsfachschule Greifswald gewinnt Pflegeazubi-Award 2026/ Erster Pflegeazubi-Award in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern verliehen
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Bühne frei für Nachwuchs der Pflege: Klasse PF24-1 der Berufsfachschule Greifswald gewinnt Pflegeazubi-Award 2026/ Erster Pflegeazubi-Award in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern verliehen

Schwerin (ots)

Rostock, 09. September 2026 - Heute wurde auf der PflegeMesse Rostock im Bühnenbereich der HanseMesse Rostock erstmals der Pflegeazubi-Award für Mecklenburg-Vorpommern verliehen. Der bpa Mecklenburg-Vorpommern kürte gemeinsam mit der LIGA der Spitzenverbände der Freien Wohlfahrtspflege in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern die drei Erstplatzierten unter zehn Finalistinnen und Finalisten.

Den ersten Platz belegte die Klasse PF24-1 der Berufsfachschule Greifswald, die sich mit ihrem gemeinsamen Bewerbungsvideo durchsetzte. Den zweiten Platz sicherte sich Evalotta Brockelmann von der Seniorenresidenz "Uns Hüsing" in Greifswald, den dritten Platz belegte Etibar Hasanov vom Pflegewohnheim "Haus am Wald" der HESTIA Pflege- und Heimeinrichtung GmbH in Stralsund.

"Wir reden viel über den Fachkräftemangel in der Pflege und selten über diejenigen, die sich gerade für diesen Beruf entschieden haben", sagt Michael Beermann, Vorsitzender der bpa-Landesgruppe Mecklenburg-Vorpommern. "Der Pflegeazubi-Award dreht das um: Hier erzählen die Auszubildenden selbst, was sie an ihrer Arbeit trägt. Bessere Nachwuchswerbung kann sich dieses Land nicht wünschen."

Unter dem Motto "Deine Stimme. Deine Story. Dein Award." hatten Auszubildende aus Pflegeeinrichtungen im ganzen Land ihre persönliche Geschichte erzählt. 22 Bewerbungsvideos waren eingegangen; eine Fachjury hatte daraus im Vorfeld die zehn Finalistinnen und Finalisten ausgewählt, die aus Nordwestmecklenburg, Schwerin, Rostock, Vorpommern-Greifswald, Vorpommern-Rügen und der Mecklenburgischen Seenplatte kommen. Welche Plätze sie belegten, erfuhren die Nominierten selbst erst auf der Bühne - die Platzierungen waren bis zur Bekanntgabe vertraulich.

Als Schirmherr begleitete John Victor Lopes, auch bekannt als "JohnFitPraxisanleiter", die Preisverleihung: "Was die Auszubildenden in ihren Videos gezeigt haben, hat mich beeindruckt. Da steckt Talent drin, Humor und eine große Ernsthaftigkeit. Vor allem aber zeigen diese Videos den Pflegeberuf in seiner ganzen Breite - fachlich anspruchsvoll, nah am Menschen und in vielen Momenten schlicht schön."

Die drei Erstplatzierten erhielten neben der Auszeichnung ein Preisgeld von 1.500 Euro für den ersten, 1.000 Euro für den zweiten und 500 Euro für den dritten Platz. Darüber hinaus stellt die BARMER Fördermittel für gesundheitspräventive Maßnahmen bereit, die den Ausbildungseinrichtungen der drei Erstplatzierten zugutekommen: 7.500 Euro für den ersten, 5.000 Euro für den zweiten und 3.000 Euro für den dritten Platz.

Mit dem Pflegeazubi-Award 2026 setzen der bpa und die LIGA der freien Wohlfahrtspflege Mecklenburg-Vorpommern ein klares Zeichen für Wertschätzung und Nachwuchsförderung in der Pflege und geben der Pflegeausbildung in Mecklenburg-Vorpommern eine Plattform.

Alle weiterführenden Informationen unter https://www.pflegeazubi-award.de

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Berliner SPD-Spitzenkandidat: Mehr Geld für sauberere Stadt
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Berliner SPD-Spitzenkandidat: Mehr Geld für sauberere Stadt

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Damit Berlin sauberer wird, will der SPD-Spitzenkandidat für die Berliner Abgeordnetenhauswahl, Steffen Krach, mehr Geld für die Berliner Stadtreinigungsbetriebe (BSR) bereitstellen. 20 Millionen bis 30 Millionen Euro zusätzlich pro Jahr müssten in einer wachsenden Stadt drin sein, sagte Krach dem rbb. In einem 45-Milliarden-Haushalt sei eine solche zusätzliche Summe für die BSR möglich, so Krach.

Die Einnahmen für das Land will er durch eine positive wirtschaftliche Entwicklung verbessern. Berlin brauche neue Unternehmen und mehr Jobs. Mehr Menschen müssten wieder Arbeit bekommen. Das bedeute zugleich auch eine Entlastung für den Haushalt.

Am kostenlosen Schulessen auch für Besserverdienende will der SPD-Spitzenkandidat festhalten. Die Menschen seien finanziell belastet. Daher müsse man eher über Entlastung sprechen. Er wolle Umverteilung über das Finanzamt und nicht beim Mittagessen der Siebenjährigen, so Krach. Sprechen könne man über eine Vermögens- und die Erbschaftssteuer.

Ablehnend äußerte sich Krach erneut gegenüber Plänen der Linken, große Immobilienkonzerne zu vergesellschaften. Das sei der falsche Weg. Dafür wolle er nicht bis zu 38 Milliarden Euro verwenden. Zudem dauere es viel zu lange. Das Wohnraumproblem bestehe jetzt. Krach will 20.000 Wohnungen pro Jahr bauen, davon 10.000 durch die landeseigenen Wohnungsbauunternehmen und weitere 10.000 durch Private und Genossenschaften. Diese Ziele gibt es schon lange, sie wurden bislang immer deutlich verfehlt.

Als Orte, um mehr Wohnungen zu errichten, nannte Krach die Elisabeth-Aue, Tegel sowie Flächen außerhalb des Tempelhofer Felds in Neukölln und Kreuzberg.

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Early Bird Registration Now Open via Ticketbud for the 2026 Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run
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Score the lowest price of the season on Austin's most festive fun run.

AUSTIN, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The holiday countdown can officially begin: Early Bird registration is open for the 2026 Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run, sponsored by Raising Cane's. The festive run returns Saturday, December 5, with discounted tickets available for a limited time through Ticketbud.

Each year, the Austin Trail of Lights Fun Run invites participants of all ages to be the first to walk, jog, dash, or dance their way through the Zilker Park display of lights. New this year, a rolling start gives participants more flexibility to do the Fun Run their way by choosing any start time between 6 and 8 p.m.

Avid runners looking to set a fast pace may also register for the Runner's Start to take off at the 6 p.m. countdown along with VIP registrants.

All racers are invited to refuel at the Finish Line Festival, with local food trucks, a health and fitness expo, activities from community partners, music, lights, and a space to celebrate with friends. Finish Line Festival tickets are also available separately for friends and family who want to skip the course and head straight for the celebration.

Early Bird tickets are discounted for a limited time and available now through Ticketbud at https://tol2026.ticketbud.com/fun-run. Registration options include youth and adult tickets for General Admission, Runner's Start, VIP, discounted team registration, parking passes and Finish Line Festival admission.

Every Fun Run registration includes:

- A commemorative long-sleeve Fun Run T-shirt

- A race bib

- Access to the Finish Line Festival with a complimentary beer or hot cocoa

- Free photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, courtesy of Raising Cane's

- A visit to Santa's Workshop, Letters to Santa and the H-E-B Read3 Train in the North Pole

The VIP experience, presented by Velocity Credit Union, includes a dedicated entry and access to an exclusive climate-controlled VIP Lounge, with a private bar, complimentary food, cocoa and cookies, and a bonus adult drink ticket.

"The Trail of Lights Fun Run is such a joyful Austin tradition, and we're proud to make registration simple and flexible for everyone taking part," said Kayhan Ahmadi, CEO of Ticketbud. "With more ticket options and the new rolling start, runners can shape the evening around their families, friends, and teams."

More details on registration, VIP and group perks, parking, and packet pickup can be found at https://austintrailoflights.org/2026-fun-run.

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Now at Lowe's: Paslode Universal Heavy-Duty Stapling Program
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The line includes three compression staplers — the Heavy-Duty Pro Stapler, 5-in-1 Pro Stapler and 2-in-1 Pro Stapler — and two hammer tackers, the Pro Hammer Tacker and Compact Hammer Tacker. The range is designed for fastening house wrap, roof paper, underlayment, insulation, carpet pad, upholstery, trim components and temporary jobsite materials.

The tools are compatible with new Paslode Heavy-Duty Universal 3/8-inch Crown Staples, as well as most heavy-duty competitor staples. Paslode universal staples are 20-gauge, galvanized chisel-point fasteners available in 1/4-inch, 5/16-inch, 3/8-inch and 1/2-inch lengths, in multiple pack configurations.

Lowe's stores will carry a select assortment of Heavy-Duty Manual Staplers & Hammer Tackers, along with a range of 20-gauge 3/8-inch crown staples. The complete lineup is  available online for either free pickup or shipping (for MyLowe's Rewards™ members), as well as delivery.

"Bringing the Universal Heavy-Duty Stapling program to Lowe's gives pros a simple way to find the hand fastening tools and staples they need for everyday jobsite work," said Ashley Mack, Commercial Director at Paslode. "From compression staplers to hammer tackers and universal-fit fasteners, the lineup is built to help the Lowe's PRO work efficiently across common stapling and tacking applications."

The new stapling program brings together durable, jobsite-ready tools and compatible Paslode fasteners in one convenient offering.  Available at Lowe's, the program expands Paslode's fastening portfolio while giving contractors greater access to dependable solutions backed by the performance and reliability they expect from the Paslode brand.

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Paslode® is a leading manufacturer of cordless and pneumatic fastening solutions designed to help professional contractors work faster, smarter and more efficiently. For more than 90 years, Paslode has pioneered innovative fastening technology that delivers reliable performance, productivity and ease of use on the jobsite. From framing and finishing to siding and subfloor applications, Paslode products are engineered to meet the demands of professional construction. Paslode is one of the largest brands in ITW Construction Products, a division of Illinois Tool Works Inc. (NYSE: ITW). Visit paslode.com to learn more.

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AXA XL appoints new head of private equity client relations in the Americas
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NEW YORK, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- AXA XL has named Rana Gillmon as Head of Private Equity Client Relations, Americas, a newly created role dedicated to supporting and advancing the risk management needs of private equity clients.

According to Matt O'Malley, AXA XL's Chief Client & Distribution Officer in the Americas, "Rana's appointment is an important step forward in how we serve the private equity sector across the Americas. Her deep experience in private equity, strong client relationships, and track record leading cross-functional teams will play a key role as we grow our footprint and reinforce our position as a trusted, long-term partner to private equity firms. Rana will be working alongside our Chief Underwriting Officer, Private Equity, John Liantonio, to build our business in this space."

In this new role, Ms. Gillmon will lead AXA XL's private equity client engagement across the Americas. Drawing on her sector experience and strong industry network, she will serve as the primary contact for AXA XL's private equity clients, staying closely aligned with their risk strategies and operational needs. Working with AXA XL's regional and global underwriting teams, she will help deliver tailored insurance solutions and support private equity firms in managing insurance across their portfolio companies to help drive their growth.

With more than 25 years of experience in the insurance industry, Ms. Gillmon joined AXA XL in 2022 from Chubb, where she served as a Global Client Executive and managed key client relationships in the North America Major Accounts Division. Before Chubb, she spent 16 years at Marsh, holding several key roles, including Portfolio Manager in the firm's Private Equity Mergers & Acquisitions Group. Her work with multinational corporations and global programs also took her to Dubai, where she led Marsh's team for incoming multinational business and oversaw placements and partnerships with local markets across the Gulf Cooperative Council (GCC) region.

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Rancho La Gloria gives the Pumpkin Spice Latte an adult upgrade with its New 14.9% Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
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The limited-edition 1.5L bottle puts a boozy twist on fall's most iconic flavor.

SAUSALITO, Calif., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pumpkin spice season just got a little more festive.

Rancho La Gloria is putting an adults-only spin on the fall flavor phenomenon with its new limited-edition Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini, a 14.9% ABV, agave wine-based ready-to-drink cocktail inspired by the annual return of the Pumpkin Spice Latte.

Available in Rancho La Gloria's signature party-size 1.5L bottle, the seasonal release combines rich espresso and coffee notes with warm pumpkin spice for an indulgent, ready-to-pour cocktail made for fall parties, Friendsgiving, holiday hosting and everything in between.

"Every fall, America loses its mind over pumpkin spice. We figured it deserved a martini," said Ashley Akolade, Brand Director of Rancho La Gloria. "Our Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini is essentially the Pumpkin Spice Latte's fun older sister - rich, indulgent, 14.9% ABV and ready for a party."

Designed to bring the espresso martini experience to a crowd without the work of mixing cocktails one at a time, the 1.5L format makes entertaining simple. Just chill, shake, pour and serve for an effortless seasonal cocktail that delivers the flavors of fall straight from the bottle.

The Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini blends bold coffee and espresso notes with comforting pumpkin spice for a smooth, decadent profile that feels equally at home at a Halloween party, around a Friendsgiving table or poured after Thanksgiving dinner.

The limited-edition launch joins two of the season's biggest obsessions, pumpkin spice and espresso martinis, in one ready-to-drink format, giving consumers a new way to participate in the annual pumpkin spice craze after the coffee run is over.

Rancho La Gloria Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini is 14.9% ABV and available for a limited time at select retailers nationwide while supplies last.

Suggested Serve: Chill before serving, shake and pour into a coupe or martini glass and garnish with a dusting of cinnamon, nutmeg or pumpkin spice.

At an MSRP of $15.99 the Rancho La Gloria Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini is available nationwide at select retailers. Consumers are encouraged to get their Limited Edition bottles fast as this seasonal favorite is set to fly off the shelves.

About Rancho La Gloria

As the original creators of America's favorite agave wine-based margarita, Rancho La Gloria has expanded its portfolio to include premium ready-to-drink cocktails across bottled and canned formats. Its award-winning products continue to push the category forward by making great-tasting cocktails easier to enjoy, whether consumers are hosting a crowd, celebrating with friends or simply pouring a drink at home.

Gloria made it, so you don't have to.

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Arena Energy Secures Nine Gulf of America Blocks in BOEM Lease Sale BBG3
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THE WOODLANDS, Texas, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Arena Energy, LLC ("Arena"), a leading independent oil and gas exploration company focused on the Gulf of America Shelf, today confirmed it was named apparent high bidder on nine Outer Continental Shelf blocks in the Gulf of America following Lease Sale BBG3 (Big Beautiful Gulf 3), held August 12, 2026, at the National WWII Museum in New Orleans. The sale, conducted by the Department of the Interior's Marine Minerals Administration (MMA), was the third of 30 Gulf of America lease sales mandated under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act.

Arena's nine winning bids cover over 40,000 gross acres, in water depths from 56 to 266 feet at the standard 12.5 percent royalty rate. Most of the acreage is centered on the company's core operating areas.

The winning blocks span four areas of the Gulf of America OCS Region: Matagorda Island Blocks 519, 528, and 529; Eugene Island Blocks 277, 280, 281, and 340; South Timbalier Block 54; and South Pelto Block 25.

Sale-wide, MMA reported that Lease Sale BBG3 generated over $80 million in apparent high bids for 59 blocks spanning over 300,000 acres, with 16 companies submitting bids.

"Lease sales are the lifeblood of continued production in the U.S. Gulf of America, where we produce the cleanest barrels in the world," said Mike Minarovic, CEO and Founder of Arena Energy, LLC. "Arena has built its business by finding value in mature areas of the Gulf of America Shelf that others have passed over, and BBG3 gives us more opportunities to do exactly that."

The acreage adds to Arena's existing shallow-water footprint in the Gulf of America and follows the company's participation in prior Big Beautiful Gulf sales.

About Arena Energy

Arena Energy, LLC was founded in 1999 on the belief that mature producing areas of the Gulf of America Shelf still held vast potential – and that with the right technology, talented oil and gas finders could unlock these drilling opportunities. Today, that vision has been realized many times over. Since its founding, Arena has grown into one of the largest private offshore oil and natural gas companies, having invested more than $5 billion of capital in the Gulf of America, paid $1.8 billion in royalties to the federal government, and decommissioned over three hundred wells and forty-five platforms and other structures. Arena takes pride in safely and responsibly producing the energy that powers the United States and the world.

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Little Tikes Iconic Playtime Favorites Get a Modern Makeover with the new Cloud Collection
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LOS ANGELES, Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Little Tikes Company, a wholly-owned subsidiary of MGA Entertainment (MGA) and legacy brand building childhoods for nearly six decades, is giving iconic play a softer, more modern look with the launch of the Little Tikes Cloud Collection. The new collection reimagines the brand's best-selling classics in a sophisticated, trend-forward palette of soft neutrals designed to complement today's homes. Featuring the toys you've known and loved for generations, designed for active and imaginative play — indoors and out!

The Cloud Collection represents the next step in a broader evolution of the Little Tikes brand, introducing refreshed aesthetics and modern experiences designed to connect with a new generation of families. The collection was designed with both children and parents in mind and responds to the growing popularity of neutral, design-conscious children's products, allowing parents to create inviting play spaces that fit within the colors and design of every home without sacrificing the fun kids love. Classic play meets a modern look for timeless fun!

The Little Tikes Cloud Collection includes:

- Cozy Coupe® - Watch your little one's face light up with excitement as they climb into their very own car. It's America's #1 Ride-On toy, now reimagined in a clean, timeless white, bringing a stylish new look to a beloved classic.

- Cozy Truck® - Perfectly sized for little drivers, this sturdy foot-to-floor ride-on encourages active play, builds coordination, and inspires endless indoor and outdoor adventures, now with a fresh, modern white finish.

- Easy Store™ Jr. Play Table - Give little ones a space all their own with this versatile and reimagined play table, perfect for enjoying snacks, unleashing creativity, and celebrating special moments with friends.

- Garden Chairs - Introducing the Garden Chair in a crisp new white finish, bringing a fresh, modern look to a Little Tikes favorite. These chairs are perfectly sized for toddlers and preschoolers, providing a comfortable place for playtime, story time, snack time, crafts, and more.

- TotSports™ Easy Score™ Basketball Set – Turn any play space into a mini basketball court where confidence soars with every swish! Available in a neutral color palette, this adjustable hoop grows alongside your child from their first wobbly shots to their victory celebrations.

- Lil' Wagon - Perfectly sized for toddlers, this timeless wagon gets a fresh update, making it easy for little ones to haul toys, stuffed animals, and other treasures around the house or yard.

- Jr. Explorer™ Wagon - Whether it's a trip to the park, a backyard treasure hunt, or hauling their favorite toys, this wagon turns every outing into an exciting journey while adding a bright, stylish touch to playtime.

The Little Tikes Cloud Collection launches exclusively on Amazon on September 15, 2026, with the white Cozy Coupe available for preorder beginning September 9.

About Little Tikes

The Little Tikes Company, founded in 1969 in Hudson, Ohio, USA, is a manufacturer and marketer of durable, high-quality, and engaging children's products. Since becoming a part of the MGA Entertainment family in November 2006, Little Tikes has been taken to new heights through exciting product innovation, strategic marketing, and licensed partnerships. Little Tikes believes that every day is an opportunity for new adventures, with more and more for a child to experience and discover. Active and imaginative play are essential to learning and early development skills, so they make toys that spark curiosity, wonder and creativity for kids of all ages. To find out more about Little Tikes visit littletikes.com and follow Little Tikes on YouTube, Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook.

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MGA Entertainment is on a mission to inspire imagination and creativity through innovative toys, entertainment, and experiences that transform play into limitless possibilities. As the largest privately held toy and entertainment company in the U.S., MGA is a global leader in designing and delivering world-class consumer products that spark wonder and drive play forward. Headquartered in Los Angeles with offices worldwide, MGA's portfolio spans a dynamic range of original and licensed brands — from toys, dolls, games, and electronics to fashion, home décor, and entertainment content including hit movies and TV series. The company is recognized for its bold approach to storytelling, trendsetting design, and deep commitment to quality. The award-winning MGA family includes fan-favorite brands such as L.O.L. Surprise!™, Little Tikes®, Rainbow High™, Bratz®, MGA's Miniverse™, Yummiland™, CarTuned™, Ninjombie™, Wonder Factory™, DohKins™, BABY born®, and Zapf Creation®. To learn more, visit www.mgae.com and follow MGA on LinkedIn, TikTok, Instagram and Facebook.

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Closing the literacy gap: New toolkit helps schools implement, sustain professional learning
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95 Percent Group launches "95 Principles to Practice™—Literacy" to turn science of reading knowledge into effective classroom instruction

LINCOLNSHIRE, Ill., Sept. 9, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- 95 Percent Group today announced the launch of 95 Principles to Practice™—Literacy, a comprehensive facilitator toolkit designed to support school districts in translating science of reading knowledge into daily instructional practice. The toolkit helps close the persistent "knowing-doing gap" by equipping in-house facilitators to lead professional learning communities (PLCs) that support teachers in translating research into sustainable classroom implementation.

Science of reading awareness has grown significantly, but implementation remains inconsistent. About 82% of K–3 teachers report completing science of reading training, but just 52% say their instruction fully reflects the methods they learned, according to a report by the Fordham Institute. According to research reported by the International Dyslexia Association, without implementation teams using clearly defined implementation methods, it takes 17 years to move about half of an intended new initiative into routine practice.

"The science of reading is not new, but translating it into daily classroom practice remains one of education's greatest challenges. Knowing, by itself, doesn't move the needle," said Laura Stewart, chief academic officer at 95 Percent Group. "The missing link is the sustained, systems-level, capacity-building professional learning that converts knowledge into practice and practice into measurable student outcomes, which is what 95 Principles to Practice provides."

95 Principles to Practice™—Literacy provides the structured support educators need after initial training. The toolkit includes facilitator training, PLC presentation materials, educator resources and leadership implementation support that empower districts to build sustainable communities of practice led by their own internal literacy experts.

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- Bridge the gap between science of reading knowledge and classroom practice.

- Build internal literacy leadership capacity through facilitator-led professional learning communities.

- Support consistent, high-integrity instruction across classrooms.

- Protect districts' investments in science of reading professional learning through implementation monitoring and sustained application.

"Our goal is to help districts create systems that outlast any one initiative, one leader or one school year. When implementation becomes embedded in a district's culture, every educator — and ultimately every student — benefits," Stewart said.

About 95 Percent Group

95 Percent Group is an educational publishing and technology company whose mission is to build on science to empower teachers with the knowledge, resources and support they need to develop strong learners. The recent acquisitions of TouchMath and All About Learning Press (AALP) allow the company to serve a growing number of districts and schools, including the homeschool and small private school learning market, with trusted, proven foundational skills solutions for both literacy and math. 95 Percent Group is also committed to advancing research, best practices, and thought leadership on the science of reading, science of math, and science of learning more broadly. For more information, visit 95percentgroup.com.

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