Healthcare Solutions Leader to Drive All Star's Continued Growth Under One Integrated Vision, Supporting Health System Partners and Providers in Advancing Patient Care

BOCA RATON, Fla., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- All Star Healthcare Solutions ("All Star"), a national leader in locum tenens and healthcare workforce solutions, today announced that Kelly Rakowski has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer, effective October 26, 2026.

Rakowski's appointment builds on All Star's significant momentum. In May 2024, All Star partnered with Knox Lane, a growth-oriented investment firm, to support its next phase of growth. Since then, All Star has acquired Cross Country Locums and Integrity Locums, helping to further diversify and expand its customer base and capabilities, while continuing to invest in innovation for its workforce solutions offerings. Today, All Star is a top five provider of locum tenens services in the U.S. and a trusted partner to an extensive network of healthcare facilities and providers across the country.

Rakowski brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in healthcare workforce solutions and technology-enabled services, with a proven track record of leading organizations through transformation. Most recently, she served as Chief Executive Officer at AHSG, a technology-driven healthcare workforce solutions company, where she led strategic initiatives to drive continued growth and oversaw the expansion of its portfolio of workforce solutions designed to improve quality of care and operational efficiency for healthcare systems. Previously, Rakowski served as Group President & Chief Operating Officer, Strategic Talent Solutions at AMN Healthcare. Earlier in her career, she held senior leadership roles at Premier, Inc., Accenture, and GE Healthcare.

"I am honored to join All Star at such an exciting stage, and to work alongside a team so deeply committed to the partners it serves," said Rakowski. "All Star has built an exceptional foundation, and there's great opportunity ahead. I look forward to working with the team to deliver one integrated vision, bringing our technology, people, and processes together and scaling our platform to create even greater impact for our partners and expand access to care."

About All Star Healthcare Solutions

All Star is one of the largest healthcare workforce solutions firms specializing in locum tenens and permanent placement opportunities for physicians and advanced practitioners in the U.S. Headquartered in Florida, All Star provides its services to hundreds of unique hospital systems and individual healthcare facilities across the country, serving a diverse customer base consisting of some of the top medical institutions in the country. All Star is widely recognized for its differentiated "red carpet" service, driven by strategically crafted individual sales teams around key specialties, and its exceptional support for providers and clients. For more information, please visit www.allstarhealthcaresolutions.com.

About Knox Lane

Knox Lane is a growth-oriented investment firm based in San Francisco, comprised of a team of accomplished investors and operators with a strong track record of partnering with leading companies to accelerate growth. Knox Lane employs an investor-operator mindset and provides support across talent, brand management, AI and digital transformation, sourcing, supply chain and logistics, strategic acquisitions, and business development. For more information, visit www.knoxlane.com.

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The article outlines key differences between term and whole life insurance to help families make informed long term decisions.

PLANT CITY, Fla., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- How can Florida families decide between term and whole life insurance when planning for their financial future? HelloNation has published the piece and provides the answer in a HelloNation article that presents Term vs Whole Life Insurance: A Florida Family Guide in clear, practical language.

The HelloNation article explains that life insurance plays an important role in protecting loved ones from financial hardship. For families with dependents, coverage can help replace lost income, pay off debts, and support long term goals. Understanding the difference between term and whole life insurance is a key part of choosing the right policy.

Term life insurance provides coverage for a specific period, often 10, 20, or 30 years. The article notes that term policies generally offer lower premiums compared to permanent options. This can make term coverage appealing for families seeking affordable protection during their highest earning and child raising years.

Whole life insurance, by contrast, provides lifetime coverage as long as premiums are paid. The article describes how whole life policies typically include a cash value component that grows over time. This feature can be used for loans or withdrawals under certain conditions, although it often comes with higher premium costs.

In Term vs Whole Life Insurance: A Florida Family Guide, the article outlines how financial goals influence the decision. Families focused on income replacement during working years may find term coverage aligns with their needs. Those seeking long term estate planning or wealth transfer strategies may consider whole life policies.

Budget considerations also play a central role. The HelloNation article explains that term policies may allow families to secure higher coverage amounts at a lower monthly cost. Whole life policies, while more expensive, provide permanent protection and a savings element that some households value.

The article emphasizes the importance of reviewing outstanding debts, future education expenses, and overall financial plans. Mortgages, car loans, and childcare costs can all factor into how much life insurance is appropriate. Evaluating these obligations helps families choose coverage that matches real world responsibilities.

Policy flexibility is another factor discussed. Some term policies offer conversion options, allowing policyholders to transition to permanent coverage later. The article notes that understanding these features can add value and adaptability over time.

Regular policy reviews are encouraged as circumstances change. Marriage, the birth of a child, career shifts, or home purchases can all affect life insurance needs. The article explains that revisiting coverage ensures that policies remain aligned with a family's current situation rather than outdated assumptions.

Throughout the piece, Insurance Expert Courtney Paat provides professional context that supports the educational focus of the article. Insurance Expert Courtney Paat's insights help clarify how Term vs Whole Life Insurance: A Florida Family Guide applies to everyday financial planning decisions.

The article concludes that there is no one size fits all answer. By comparing policy structures, evaluating costs, and considering long term goals, families can select coverage that supports stability and peace of mind.

Term vs Whole Life Insurance: A Florida Family Guide features insights from Courtney Paat, Insurance Expert of Plant City, Florida, in HelloNation.

About HelloNation

HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative "edvertising" approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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MEMPHIS, Tenn., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- International Paper Company (NYSE: IP; LSE: IPC) ("International Paper," "IP" or the "Company") notes the recent movement in the share price of the Company and the press speculation regarding a sale of its EMEA Packaging Business (the "potential sale").

On January 29, 2026, the Company announced that its EMEA Packaging Business was expected to be separated by way of a spin off (the "spin off"). On October 14, 2026, the Company confirmed that the spin off was expected to be effected through a listing of the business on the London Stock Exchange with a Level II ADR program to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange.

The Company confirms that it is also evaluating unsolicited inbound inquiries in relation to its EMEA Packaging Business, and is in discussion with potential bidders. This process is at an early stage and there can be no certainty that any sale of the EMEA Packaging Business will be agreed or completed.

The Company is progressing the spin off and evaluating the potential sale in parallel. No assurance can be provided at this stage regarding the ultimate timing or structure of the proposed separation of the EMEA Packaging Business from International Paper.

As announced on October 14, 2026, in connection with the spin off, International Paper will host a "DS Smith – Capital Markets Day" on November 3, 2026.

About International Paper

International Paper creates sustainable packaging solutions that enable our customers, teammates and shareowners to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are a leader in corrugated packaging, partnering with customers across industries to protect what matters most, strengthen supply chains and create lasting value. Learn more at internationalpaper.com.

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This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, as amended. Forward-looking statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking or conditional words such as "expects," "anticipates," "believes," "estimates," "could," "should," "can," "forecast," "outlook," "intend," "look," "may," "will," "remain," "confident," "commit" and "plan" or similar expressions. These forward-looking statements reflect management's current views and are subject to risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results and the timing of events to differ materially from those expressed or implied in these forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include the risks that neither the Proposed Sale or the Spin Off will happen on a timely basis or at all, the Company's ability to achieve the desired outcome and realize the anticipated benefits from the Separation and the potential uncertainty and disruption during the pendency of the Separation. These forward-looking statements are also subject to the risks and uncertainties contained in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission on February 27, 2026, and subsequent reports filed with the SEC. In addition, other risks and uncertainties not presently known to the Company or that we currently believe to be immaterial could affect the accuracy of any forward-looking statements. The Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update any forward-looking statements contained in this press release, whether as a result of new information, future events or changes in expectations.

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Investors: Mandi Gilliland; 901-419-4595; Michele Vargas, 901-419-7287

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Cedro Participações Secures Approval for the Issuance of the Environmental License for Porto do Meio in Itaguaí, Rio de Janeiro

Iron ore terminal with an estimated investment of R$ 3.6 billion is expected to generate up to 3,000 jobs at the peak of construction.

BELO HORIZONTE, Brazil, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cedro Participações received approval on Tuesday (October 13) from the State Environmental Control Commission (CECA) for the issuance of the Integrated Environmental License (LAI) for the development of Porto do Meio, an iron ore terminal that the company will build at the Port of Itaguaí, in the Greater Rio de Janeiro metropolitan area.

The decision represents the project's most significant milestone to date. With the successful completion of the environmental licensing process—a widely recognized rigorous and decisive stage for port and infrastructure projects in Brazil—Cedro has obtained confirmation of the terminal's environmental feasibility and fulfilled the necessary conditions to advance to the next phases of the project. This achievement reinforces the company's commitment to developing projects that comply with the most stringent environmental and regulatory standards.

In this initial phase, the license covers the handling of a volume of less than 15 million tonnes per year.

In December 2024, Cedro won the federal auction for the area identified as ITG02 and signed a lease agreement for a 35-year term, renewable for an additional equal period.

"Porto do Meio is not just a project for the next three or five years, but a strategic transformation vector for the coming decades that will significantly increase the competitiveness of the mineral industry in Brazil," states Lucas Kallas, Chairman of Cedro International, part of Cedro Participações.

"This project reflects our vision for the coming years in Brazil's port and mining sectors. We have targets to expand our iron ore production, and the terminal is essential to our growth plan through the beginning of the next decade, giving Cedro independence in iron ore exports," adds José Carlos Martins, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Cedro Participações.

Located between Vale's and CSN's terminals in Itaguaí—a position that inspired its name—Porto do Meio will occupy an area of approximately 250,000 square meters, including a stockyard and a berthing facility for vessels requiring water depths of up to 20 meters. The terminal will be connected to the MRS Logística rail network, which links the Iron Quadrangle in Minas Gerais to the coast of Rio de Janeiro state, creating a new corridor for iron ore transportation.

The construction works are expected to take three years and will include civil engineering, dredging, the supply and installation of port equipment, and electromechanical assembly. At the peak of construction, the project is expected to generate approximately 3,000 direct and indirect jobs. Once operational, the terminal will directly employ 256 people and is estimated to generate R$ 1.2 billion in municipal tax revenue.

Designed to accommodate Cedro's production, the terminal will also be open to third parties. As a result, mid-sized mining companies that currently rely on terminals operated by large groups or trading companies to export through Itaguaí will gain direct access to international markets. This means fewer intermediaries, long-term contracts, and greater predictability, as well as competitive logistics costs thanks to the terminal's proximity to the Iron Quadrangle and its rail connections.

About Cedro

Founded in 2018, Cedro Participações is a Brazilian holding company headquartered in Minas Gerais, with operations in iron ore mining, logistics infrastructure, and agribusiness. The company is implementing an investment plan aimed at reaching an annual production capacity of 20 million tonnes of iron ore by 2032, with a focus on high-grade pellet feed.

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Movin' on Up: Olympus Announces Sale of MEI

STAMFORD, Conn., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Olympus Partners is pleased to announce that it has entered into an agreement to sell MEI Industrial Solutions ("MEI") to 26North Partners LP. MEI is a scaled national provider of equipment execution services including rigging, machinery moving, industrial storage, millwrighting, custom crating and integrated logistics. The company serves blue-chip customers across data centers, semiconductors and other industrial end markets, with nearly 2,500 employees across the U.S.

Under Olympus' ownership, MEI underwent a transformative expansion, growing its footprint from 16 to 30 operating locations and entering key new markets including Chicago, Miami, Providence and Richmond, while quadrupling its indoor storage capacity to over 10 million square feet and executing seven strategic acquisitions. To drive this growth, Olympus partnered with CEO Doug Dayton, who was hired during Olympus' ownership period, to strengthen the commercial organization, establish a regional leadership structure backed by robust corporate infrastructure and maintain a rigorous commitment to an industry-leading safety program.

"Our investment in MEI was anchored in a strong business model and an exceptionally talented team," said Sam Greenberg, Partner at Olympus. "By making targeted investments in both leadership and technology, the Company has integrated its geographic footprint into a unified national platform, delivering a level of service quality and consistency unprecedented in the industry. We are incredibly proud of what Doug and the team have built and look forward to following MEI's next chapter of growth."

"The MEI team executed exceptionally well, capturing substantial market share in high-growth end markets while rapidly launching new services to meet evolving customer needs," added Dave Cardenas, Managing Partner at Olympus. "Crucially, they achieved this expansion while maintaining an industry-leading safety record. We couldn't be prouder of our partnership with Doug and the entire company."

"The growth MEI has experienced over the past three years is a testament to the extraordinary people across our organization and our strong partnership with Olympus," said Doug Dayton, CEO of MEI. "They've supported us in making the investments necessary to become a true industry leader while staying grounded in the values that have always made MEI successful: safety, accountability, and delivering for our customers. I'm grateful for their confidence in our team and excited to build on this momentum with 26North as we enter our next chapter of growth."

The Olympus team included Dave Cardenas, Sam Greenberg, George Swenson, Marty Durkin, and Tanaya Bhakat. Lazard served as financial advisor to MEI and Olympus, led by George Fisher and Bob Frost. Baird also served as a financial advisor.

ABOUT OLYMPUS PARTNERS

Olympus Partners is a private equity firm focused on providing equity capital for middle market management buyouts and for growing companies. Olympus manages in excess of $12 billion mainly on behalf of corporate pension funds, endowment funds and state-sponsored retirement programs. Founded in 1988, Olympus is an active, long-term investor across a broad range of industries including business services, food services, consumer products, healthcare services, financial services, industrial services and manufacturing.

ABOUT MEI INDUSTRIAL SOLUTIONS

MEI Industrial Solutions moves, stores and installs critical equipment for customers in the data center, semiconductor, EV and battery, aerospace and defense, life sciences and pharmaceutical, and industrial manufacturing markets. Its services include rigging, machinery moving and setting, storage and staging, crating and export packaging, and specialized logistics. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, MEI operates 30 locations across the United States. For more information, visit www.meiindustrialsolutions.com.

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Trellist Quals.ai Expands AI-Powered Qualitative Research with New Story, API and Research Workflow Capabilities

New capabilities help research teams move beyond the interview to explore, connect and act on qualitative insight

WEST CHESTER, Pa., Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Trellist, Inc. and Twentify today announced the latest evolution of Quals.ai, the AI-powered qualitative research platform created by Twentify and available in the U.S. through Trellist's exclusive distribution partnership.

The latest release expands what research teams can do with qualitative research, from the initial conversation through analysis, exploration and action. Quals.ai brings research setup, recruitment, AI-moderated interviews, analysis, reporting and further exploration together in one platform. The new capabilities extend that experience beyond the interview itself, making it easier to keep working with research, connect it to existing systems and put the customer's voice to work.

"The opportunity with Quals.ai goes beyond conducting interviews faster. With Story, SmartAsk™, API access, and new research workflow tools, teams can now pull keywords, sentiment, and other insights straight from the verbatims, on demand and directly inside tools like Claude. That opens the door to personalized messaging and other proven direct response techniques that put the customer's own voice to work and drive measurable lift. It's part of our commitment to being results-oriented and maximizing the ROI of qualitative research. As Twentify's exclusive U.S. distribution partner, we're excited to bring these capabilities to organizations looking for a faster, more flexible way to understand their customers, employees and markets."

— Thomas Atadan, VP of New Business, Product and AI Solutions, Trellist

More Ways to Work With Research

One of the biggest additions is Story, which turns the findings from an individual Quals.ai project into a visual narrative. Rather than relying solely on a standard research summary, Story gives teams a more tailored way to understand what matters in a particular study and communicate those findings to colleagues and stakeholders.

SmartAsk™ extends the value of the research even further. Once interviews are complete, researchers can continue exploring the findings, ask new questions, investigate themes, identify potential actions and develop additional outputs from the same underlying research. As new business questions emerge, teams can return to the research rather than treating the final report as the end of the process.

The Quals.ai public API is now live, allowing organizations to retrieve their own project and interview data, including transcripts, and connect qualitative research with existing systems and workflows. This can support internal research repositories, dashboards, reporting and analysis environments, as well as other business applications. It also opens up new ways to work directly with verbatims, including pulling keywords, sentiment and other insights on demand.

The release also gives researchers more control over how Quals.ai supports their work. Custom moderator profiles allow teams to shape the style of AI-led interviews, including casualness, brevity, directness, engagement and creativity, while custom instructions can align the moderator with a particular research approach or brand tone. New workspace tools include Interview Assistant, which transcribes live interviews and suggests the next question; an Operations Dashboard for monitoring interview activity and completion; and configurable AI Scanner Rules for research quality controls.

From Faster Research to More Useful Research

Quals.ai was designed to help organizations conduct qualitative research faster through AI-moderated conversations with real people. The platform supports text and voice interviews and can deliver qualitative insights in as little as 24 hours.

This latest release builds on that speed by addressing a broader challenge: what happens after the conversations are over?

Research no longer has to end with an analysis and a presentation. With Story, SmartAsk™, API access and expanded research tools, teams can continue exploring what people said, connect those findings to the systems they already use, and bring the customer's own language into downstream work.

The result is a more flexible approach to qualitative research — one that moves from question, to conversation, to insight, to action, while making more of the underlying research available along the way.

To learn more about Quals.ai or request a demo, visit Trellist | Quals.ai.

About Quals.ai

Quals.ai is an AI-powered qualitative research platform created by Twentify. It enables organizations to conduct AI-moderated qualitative interviews with real human participants, analyze research and generate actionable insights.

Trellist, Inc. is Twentify's exclusive U.S. distribution partner for Quals.ai, providing strategy, research design, implementation, onboarding and ongoing support to U.S. organizations and agency partners.

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Slovak PRO Summit 2026 Brings Top Business, Science, Technology and Culture Leaders to Washington

WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Two hundred of the world's leading Slovak and Slovak American professionals, entrepreneurs, scientists, technology leaders, diplomats and creatives convene in Washington, D.C., on Oct. 23 for Slovak PRO Summit 2026, the largest and most prestigious gathering in the organization's history.

Hosted at George Mason University's Mason Square in Arlington, Va., the invitation-only summit arrives at a historic moment.

"This year marks an important moment for Slovak PRO. We are celebrating 250 years of America, 25 years of our community and, importantly, looking ahead to what comes next," said Jana Trnovcová Ragucci, executive director of Slovak PRO. "Our ambition is to continue connecting Slovaks and friends of Slovakia across generations, industries and borders, while creating more opportunities for meaningful collaboration."

The program focuses on the Slovak American story and on equipping the next generation of leaders for success in business, science, technology and culture. It opens with welcome remarks from Slovak PRO President Michal Šimkovič and Trnovcová Ragucci, followed by the keynote "America 250: The Slovak American Story" from Ambassador of the Slovak Republic to the United States Andrej Droba.

From Slovak roots to American success stories

Dr. Cecilia Rokusek, president and CEO of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, speaks on shared heritage; Henry Kallan, president and owner of the Library Hotel Collection, on his American Dream journey; and Diane Duda Miller on the century-old business founded by her great-grandfather, Slovak immigrant Andrew Duda. Viktor Riško presents the Triumph Gallery of Slovak Immigrants, including Hertz founder John Hertz.

Technology and innovation feature prominently: Rasťo Hlaváč on the Minit acquisition, Meta product design lead Michal Vaško, Brightpick CEO Ján Žižka, Xatoms co-founder and CEO Diana Virgovičová, and Artemis aerospace engineer Etienne Besett. A dedicated AI panel brings together George Mason professor Jana Košecká and Kempelen Institute CEO Mária Bieliková. AmCham Slovakia President Martin Maštalír addresses the bilateral business relationship.

25 years of community

The panel "Between Two Worlds: What Does It Mean to Be Slovak?" features performer Luba Mason, investor Bob Lesko and Stagwell Vice Chair Ray Day. A closing conversation on the next 25 years, moderated by Pavol Demeš, joins Šimkovič, President Emeritus Oto Raček, former President Vladimír Lackovič and Trnovcová Ragucci.

An Oct. 22 reception hosted by Ambassador Droba at the Embassy of the Slovak Republic includes the Slovak PRO Awards Ceremony. Supporters include FCSU Financial, Mužila Foundation, ESET and Fellow.

About Slovak PRO: Slovak PRO is a global community connecting Slovak professionals and friends of Slovakia across business, technology, science, culture and diplomacy. Through its chapters, events and international initiatives, it creates opportunities for professional connections, collaboration and support across borders.

Full program and event details:https://luma.com/SlovakPRO-Summit-2026

Video from Slovak PRO Summit 2025:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2qtuokWmSyo

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In the news release, MediOps Launches MediOps Aviation for Time-Critical Medical Missions, issued 28-May-2026 by MediOps over PR Newswire, we are advised by the company that changes have been made. The complete, corrected release follows, with additional details at the end:

MediOps Launches MediOps Aviation for Time-Critical Medical Missions

MediOps selects George J. Priester Aviation as its preferred charter partner, combining MediOps' healthcare logistics expertise with GJP's premium fleet and safety standards to deliver end-to-end medical charter services

ENGLEWOOD, Colo., May 28, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- MediOps today announced the launch of MediOps Aviation and the selection of George J. Priester Aviation (GJP) as its preferred charter partner. MediOps Aviation is a healthcare-focused charter solution purpose-built for radiopharmaceutical distribution, organ transplant logistics, and other time-sensitive medical missions, with all flight operations provided by GJP.

MediOps Aviation is a healthcare-focused venture in which MediOps serves as the healthcare logistics and coordination layer while George J. Priester Aviation (GJP), MediOps' preferred charter partner, provides the aircraft, flight operations, and industry-leading safety infrastructure that delivers end-to-end charter services with an emphasis on safety, fleet reliability, and global scale. By combining MediOps' healthcare expertise, proprietary software, and ground logistics capabilities with GJP's expansive fleet and operational excellence, the offering delivers a seamlessly coordinated solution.

The MediOps Aviation collaboration addresses a critical gap in medical logistics by integrating premium charter aviation with specialized healthcare transport infrastructure. Unlike traditional charter arrangements that require coordination across multiple vendors, MediOps Aviation delivers a single accountable solution, from aircraft dispatch through ground delivery, engineered specifically for the demands of healthcare's most time-sensitive missions.

"George J. Priester Aviation shares our commitment to safety, precision, and operational excellence. Together, we're delivering a healthcare charter solution that reflects the standards our clients and their patients deserve," said Rylan Stone, President, MediOps.

At the core of the offering is MediOps' proprietary coordination software, which provides real-time mission visibility, automated logistics orchestration, and seamless integration between air and ground operations. Combined with GJP's industry-leading safety accreditations and expansive fleet, the collaboration creates a purpose-built medical aviation solution that prioritizes speed, reliability, and regulatory compliance at every stage.

"The demand for specialized healthcare aviation is growing, and we see an enormous opportunity to bring our scale and safety record to this critical space. MediOps Aviation positions both companies to lead where it matters most," said Brent Moldowan, President & CEO, George J. Priester Aviation.

About MediOps

MediOps is a medical logistics platform built for shipments that can't fail. We move what matters most, including radiopharmaceuticals, organs, blood products, cell therapies, and medical personnel, with the precision these missions demand. As a certified Indirect Air Carrier with DOT operating authority, full hazmat compliance, emergency vehicle authorizations, and a proprietary coordination platform, MediOps delivers end-to-end logistics for the shipments that can't wait and the teams that depend on them. Learn more at mediops.com.

About George J. Priester Aviation

George J. Priester Aviation is among the world's most experienced global private aviation companies, specializing in aircraft management and private travel solutions. With over 200 years of combined experience and the industry's highest safety accreditations, including ARGUS Platinum, Wyvern, and Air Charter Safety Foundation certifications, GJP serves as the parent company for Priester Aviation, Mayo Aviation, Hill Private Aviation, Omni Private Aviation, Maxair, and Elite Jets. For more information, visit gjpaviation.com.

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Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Experiences: Your Ticket to See the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Up Close

One Times Square Offers Exclusive Access to the Iconic New Year's Eve Ball, Including Rare Opportunity to Take Home an Official 2026 Waterford Crystal

Tickets Now On-Sale at onetimessquare.com

NEW YORK, Oct 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- One Times Square, home of the iconic Times Square New Year's Eve Ball, today announced the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Experiences offering exclusive, up-close access to the Ball and the traditions behind the annual New Year's Eve celebration.

Now at One Times Square, the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Experiences bring visitors up close to the iconic Ball through two ticket offerings:

- Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Experience – See the New Year's Eve Ball like never before with a behind-the-scenes tour and exclusive, up-close access to the Constellation Ball, the ninth iteration of the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball in its century+ history. Guests can capture a one-of-a-kind photo moment before they countdown and watch the Ball rise high above Times Square in a dazzling display of more than 5,000 Waterford crystals and radiant lights. Their ticket also gives guests access to Times Travel, One Times Square's new multi-sensory journey through the history of Times Square and the New Year's Eve Ball, and the One Times Square Skywalk Viewing Deck, providing 360-degree views overlooking Times Square. Tickets start at $155.

- Times Square New Year's Eve Premium Ball Experience – For guests looking to take a piece of the celebration home, the Premium Ball Experience includes the additional opportunity to personally remove a 2026 Waterford crystal directly from the Ball. Guests can choose from three 2026 crystals that celebrate America's 250th anniversary: Infinite Life (4-inch), Infinite Liberty (3-inch) and Infinite Happiness (1.5-inch), each presented in a commemorative box, with prices starting at $295.

Tickets and additional information about operating hours for the New Year's Eve Ball Experiences can be found at https://onetimessquare.com/.

"For more than a century, the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball has brought people together in Times Square and around the world to mark the start of a new year," said Delfin Ortiz, General Manager of One Times Square. "Now, with the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball Experiences, people can experience the magic of this celebration up close and take home their own piece of the tradition. We are proud to make this building one of the newest of many defining experiences that make a trip to New York City iconic."

Unveiled in November 2025, the Constellation Ball is the ninth iteration of the Times Square New Year's Eve Ball since its debut in 1907 and features 5,280 Waterford crystals—nearly double the number of crystals on the previous Ball. Measuring 12.5 feet in diameter and weighing 12,350 pounds, it is the largest Ball yet.

The New Year's Eve Ball Experiences are the newest addition to One Times Square. The transformation of One Times Square into a year-round destination for celebrations and immersive experiences also includes the One Times Square Candy Experience, a multi-level, multi-sensory attraction that takes guests on a sweet adventure through New York City, and a venue for intimate weddings, proposals, vow renewals, celebrations of love, and other events. At the base of One Times Square, I❤️NY Gifts features officially-licensed New York City souvenirs alongside exclusive One Times Square-branded products.

For more information about One Times Square, visit https://onetimessquare.com/.

About One Times Square

One Times Square is a 26-story building located at the intersection of 42nd Street, Seventh Avenue, and Broadway in the heart of Times Square. Originally built as the headquarters for the New York Times at the turn of the 20th century, the building is being reimagined as a destination for experiential entertainment. The building has served as the focal point for the iconic New Year's Eve Ball Drop Celebration since 1907 and continues to play a central role in the world's New Year's Eve traditions. For more information, visit onetimessquare.com.

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PETER PIPER PIZZA CELEBRATES NATIONAL PIZZA MONTH WITH FAMILY DEALS AND HALLOWEEN FUN

Fresh, handcrafted pizza takes center stage this October with Jack-O'-Lantern Pizza, two extra-large pizzas for $29.99 and a digital gift card offer

PHOENIX, Oct. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Peter Piper Pizza, the made-from-scratch pizza and family entertainment brand, is celebrating National Pizza Month with three ways for families to share a slice this October: a $29.99 Double Up XL deal, a digital gift card offer and the limited-time Jack-O'-Lantern Pizza.

Jack-O'-Lantern Pizza Serves Up Halloween Fun

Peter Piper Pizza's fan-favorite Jack-O'-Lantern Pizza is back, bringing a tasty way to celebrate spooky season. The large pepperoni pizza features a crust shaped like a jack-o'-lantern and is available for dine-in, carryout and delivery, at participating locations starting at $16.48.

Double Up XL Offers Two Extra-Large Pizzas for $29.99

Whether gathering around a table or bringing pizza night home, families can enjoy more pizza to share with the Double Up XL deal: two extra-large, one-topping pizzas totaling 24 slices for $29.99. The offer is available for dine-in, delivery and carryout at participating locations.

Digital Gift Card Deal

To celebrate National Pizza Month, guests who purchase $50 in digital gift cards in October will receive an additional $10. The gift card offer applies to digital cards only at participating locations.

Buffet-Exclusive Pizzas Bring More Flavor to Lunch

Peter Piper Pizza's all-you-can-eat weekday lunch buffet offers specialty pizzas not available on the regular menu. Available until 2 p.m., the buffet features rotating selections including returning favorites like:

- Bacon Cheeseburger: Pizza sauce with mozzarella, cheddar, beef, bacon, onion and tomato.

- Alfredo Pepperoni Parmesan: Alfredo sauce with mozzarella, provolone, Parmesan and pepperoni.

- Spinach Alfredo Tomato: Alfredo sauce with spinach, mozzarella and tomato.

- Hawaiian BBQ: BBQ sauce with mozzarella, ham, pineapple and onion.

- Bacon Ranch Jalapeno: Ranch sauce with mozzarella, cheddar, jalapeno and bacon.

Guests who don't see their favorite pizza on the buffet line can simply request it, and the Peter Piper Pizza team will prepare it fresh. Buffet selections and pricing vary by location.

"National Pizza Month celebrates what we love most about pizza: bringing families together over great food," said Genaro Perez, chief marketing officer of Peter Piper Pizza. "Whether families are discovering a new flavor at our lunch buffet, sharing two extra-large pizzas or taking home a Jack-O'-Lantern Pizza for Halloween, we're serving up delicious pizza made with our signature fresh, made-from-scratch dough prepared daily, great value and plenty of reasons to make memories together."

Guests can find their nearest restaurant and plan their next family outing at peterpiperpizza.com.

About Peter Piper LLC

Founded in 1973 in Glendale, Arizona, Peter Piper Pizza LLC is a wholly owned subsidiary of CEC Entertainment LLC. With more than 115 locations across the United States and Mexico, the family-friendly pizza restaurant specializes in made-from-scratch pizza dough prepared fresh daily, along with dine-in, delivery and carryout options.

Peter Piper Pizza offers a complete family dining and entertainment experience, featuring arcade games, an all-you-can-eat weekday lunch buffet and beer for adults. The brand is committed to children's education and community support, donating more than $600,000 annually to schools, hospitals and nonprofits focused on children's development. For locations, menu options and more information, visit peterpiperpizza.com.

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