Celebrate the Holidays with David Bowie, FAO Schwarz, Nordy, and more gifts than ever before

SEATTLE, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Nordstrom is kicking off the holiday season with a celebration of the sounds customers know by heart: the crinkle of wrapping paper, the hum of a full table, and the gasp when the perfect gift is unwrapped.

Those moments start with gifts. Nordstrom is offering more gift choices than ever, with a shopping experience that's just as convenient in store as it is online. Every store carries thousands of gifts, with expert help close at hand, festive in-store experiences, and new app features that make shopping even more seamless.

This season also brings a special partnership: Nordstrom is partnering with the estate of David Bowie to celebrate his enduring influence on fashion, with his music helping bring the sounds of the holidays to life.

MORE GIFTS THAN EVER BEFORE

The Nordstrom holiday catalog returns this year with more than a thousand must-have gifts. Curated gift guides on every page, plus picks from Nordstrom's gift experts, make it easy to find something for everyone on the list: kids with big imaginations, the crafty one, the game-night host, the world traveler, the food connoisseur, the David Bowie fan, new parents, pet parents, the trendsetter, and everyone in between.

In honor of Nordstrom's 125th anniversary, a familiar face returns to the spotlight. Nordy, the beloved character, has been reimagined and is joined by a new sidekick, Disco. Together, the pair bring holiday magic to life everywhere from the pages of the catalog to memorable in-store events.

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Holiday Gift Shops and Toys Around Every Corner

The joy of gift giving comes alive the moment customers step into their nearest Nordstrom store, where holiday gift shops are back with an even bigger selection. Whether shopping in store or online, customers can discover thousands of gifts at every price point, from ornaments and stocking stuffers to exclusive beauty sets, standout accessories, pantry items, and tech gear, plus cozy favorites like cashmere, slippers, and pajamas.

Nordstrom is taking toys to the next level this year with a new partnership with FAO Schwarz, the world's most famous toy store. Customers can shop the selection through FAO Schwarz's second Manhattan location inside the Nordstrom NYC Flagship, at new jewel box locations in Aventura, Bellevue, Brea Mall, Fashion Valley, Garden State Plaza, NorthPark, Oakbrook, and South Coast Plaza, online, or through a special curation in every Nordstrom store. Alongside must-have brands like Jellycat, Lego, Barbie, Hot Wheels, and more, Nordstrom has toys for every kid on the list.

Bowie80

Coinciding with the holiday season, Nordstrom is celebrating David Bowie's enduring influence on music and fashion with an exclusive partnership in honor of his 80th birthday year. Bowie80 will come to life through immersive shops at Nordstrom's Chicago, NYC, and Seattle flagship locations and on Nordstrom.com, featuring exclusive and limited-edition collections from AllSaints, Barbour, Marc Jacobs, Paul Smith, Susan Alexandra, Undercover Jun Takahashi and more. Bowie80 will be available starting in November.  

The iconic sounds of David Bowie will also play a starring role in Nordstrom's Holiday campaign this year. Set to the sound of Bowie's iconic hit, "Let's Dance," this season's streaming TV campaign will transport customers to their fondest holiday memories, bringing back the living room stage as the backdrop for a holiday gathering full of music, dance, and gift giving.

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A Gift that Gives Back

Since 2010, Nordstrom has partnered with Shoes That Fit, a national non-profit organization that provides brand-new athletic shoes to children in need, helping them show up, play, and learn with confidence. Together with its customers, Nordstrom has raised more than $10 million and helped provide over 500,000 pairs. This year, Nordstrom aims to raise another $1.7 million – and customers can help reach that goal by purchasing a holiday edition Nordy pin, with net proceeds benefiting Shoes That Fit. A feel-good gift that gives back and a perfect stocking stuffer, the enamel pins will be available in all Nordstrom stores starting November 1.

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An Enhanced App Experience

Just in time for the holidays, Nordstrom is launching new app features that make shopping in store and online easier and more personal.

The new In Store mode makes shopping more seamless. An interactive map helps customers find what they're looking for, from departments to holiday gift shops – while a single scan speeds up order pickup, checkout and returns, now with a one-tap payment using a Nordstrom card. Nordy Club members also get easy access to their Notes and benefits, helping them make the most of every trip.

Customers can start shopping from home with the new AI-powered Request a Look feature, answering a few quick prompts to instantly receive personalized recommendations. For one-on-one help, they can connect with a stylist through the app to review and refine their looks for a complete digital styling experience.

Gifting is also easier with the app's new Gift Edit feature, which brings the catalog to life with expert commentary behind top gifts. Improved gift filters, including delivery speed, help ensure gifts arrive on time for the holidays. Nordy Club members get free one-to-two-day shipping, and in-store pickup is faster than ever with a four-hour pickup window.

For last-minute gifting and glam needs, Nordstrom will offer same day beauty delivery in more than 15 markets including Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Miami, and more, starting this month.

Festive Experiences 

Coming to Nordstrom is a holiday tradition for the whole family. Customers of all ages can make memories at one of many festive events this season, like Nordstrom's Holiday Breakfasts with a delightful holiday menu and special appearances from Santa and Nordy.

Santa returns to all Nordstrom stores this year, where families can take photos — free for Nordstrom cardmembers. Nordy Club members have even more to celebrate with a jam-packed schedule of holiday events, plus special deals and surprises. There's something for everyone, from holiday Glam-Up Days to Beauty Bashes. Find events near you at Nordstrom.com/festiveexperience.

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At Nordstrom, Inc., we strive to help our customers feel good and look their best. Since starting as a shoe store in 1901, how to best serve customers has been at the center of every decision we make. This heritage of service is the foundation we're building on as we provide convenience and true connection for our customers. Our interconnected model enables us to serve customers when, where and how they want to shop – whether that's in-store at nearly 400 Nordstrom, Nordstrom Local and Nordstrom Rack locations or digitally through our Nordstrom and Rack apps and websites. 

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NEW YORK, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Shutterstock, Inc. (NYSE: SSTK), a family of brands delivering scalable creative and GenAI solutions to help customers fuel great work, will report its third quarter 2026 business and financial results on Thursday, November 5, before the market opens.

The company will host a conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET to discuss the results. The conference call is being webcast live and can be accessed by either visiting the Company's website at https://investor.shutterstock.com or clicking here for direct access. The webcast is listen-only.

A replay of the webcast will be available on the Company's website on the same day.

About Shutterstock

Shutterstock is in the business of turning ideas into impact. Powered by a global network of millions of creators and our cutting-edge technology, we provide businesses, creatives, and brand leaders with the essential, universal ingredients to make their work more effective. Shutterstock offers access to one of the world's largest and most diverse collections of high-quality licensable assets, specialized training datasets, evaluation tools, and end-to-end strategic partnerships for the full model training lifecycle, as well as advertising and distribution solutions, exclusive editorial content, and full-service studio production—delivering unparalleled resources to fuel great work.

Discover our impact at www.shutterstock.com and connect with us on LinkedIn, Instagram, X, Facebook and YouTube.

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Keeping organic material out of landfills benefits communities, environment

PHOENIX, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Republic Services opened its newly expanded compost facility at Forward Landfill in San Joaquin County, Calif., turning more organic material into compost used throughout California's agricultural heartland. With additional processing space and upgraded infrastructure, the facility provides increased capacity to recycle food scraps and yard waste from homes and businesses. The project is part of Republic Services' growing network of organics facilities in California, helping support the state's robust climate goals.

"Each truckload of food and yard waste that arrives at Forward Landfill is transformed into nutrient-rich compost that supports local farmers, landscapers and even community projects," said Chris Seney, director of Sustainability Innovation in Organics at Republic Services. "This facility represents composting on a whole different scale, with the technology and capacity to process thousands of tons of material per year."

For nearly eight decades, Forward Landfill has served communities in California's Central Valley with reliable and responsible environmental services. The site continues to evolve, with a renewable energy plant, a renewable natural gas facility under development and a compost site that has served customers for years. Today, the compost facility:

- Serves thousands of homes and businesses across Northern California.

- Recycles up to 147,000 tons of material annually.

- Utilizes the latest technology to speed up the composting process and keep up with greater customer demand.

- Supports a local circular economy by recycling yard and food waste into compost that's returned to farmers and residents.

Keeping organic waste out of landfills

Today, 48% of what people dispose of in California landfills is organic waste. That includes 2.5 billion meals worth of unspoiled food a year. When organic materials break down in landfills, the process creates methane emissions that can contribute to climate change.

To help protect air quality and communities, Republic Services is building an innovative portfolio of organics facilities throughout California. This includes:

- 17 organics facilities, including green waste processing facilities, compost sites and commercial food waste operations.

- In 2025, 884,000 tons of food and yard waste was processed.

Later this year, Republic Services will open the San Bernadino Sustainability Park, one of the nation's largest organics facilities, in San Bernardino County, Calif. The facility will have enough capacity to recycle 300,000 tons of food and green waste per year at the start, with room to double.

Cultivating a sustainable future together

Republic Services began planning Forward Landfill's compost site expansion in 2019. In 2023, Republic Services received $5.1 million through CalRecycle's Organics Grant Program, which helped support construction, equipment and administrative costs. The grant program is part of CalRecycle's effort to promote industry investments in clean technologies and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in the state.

"The composting facility upgrade at Republic Services' Forward Landfill is a powerful example of how local partnerships help California cut pollution, expand organics recycling infrastructure and support a climate-safe future with technology that puts communities first," CalRecycle Director Zoe Heller said. "A local circular economy in action, this site takes in food and green waste from homes and businesses and returns finished compost back to the community to support soil health, drought resilience and local food production."

"This $5 million investment is an important step forward for San Joaquin County. By expanding our composting capacity, we're strengthening essential services, supporting local businesses, and investing in a cleaner, more sustainable future for the communities we serve," said San Joaquin County Supervisor Mario Gardea.

About Republic Services

Republic Services, Inc. is a leader in the environmental services industry. Through its subsidiaries, the company provides customers with the most complete set of products and services, including recycling, solid waste, special waste, hazardous waste and field services. Republic's industry-leading commitments to advance circularity and support decarbonization are helping deliver on its vision to partner with customers to create a more sustainable world. For more information, please visit RepublicServices.com.

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The article explains how ownership expenses, HOA fees, and rental income affect the long-term affordability of mountain properties.

SNOWSHOE, W.Va., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- In HelloNation, Resort Real Estate Experts Michael Hughes and Marty Giddings Examine the Real Cost of Owning a Ski Condo at Snowshoe

The article explains how ownership expenses, HOA fees, and rental income affect the long-term affordability of mountain properties.

What does it actually cost to own a ski condo at Snowshoe Mountain beyond the purchase price?

HelloNation published an article that answers this question, featuring insights from Resort Real Estate Experts Michael Hughes and Martha Marty Giddings of RE/MAX Snowshoe Resort in Snowshoe, West Virginia.

The article explores the financial realities of owning a Snowshoe Mountain condo and explains why buyers should evaluate more than just the initial purchase price. While many people are attracted to Snowshoe resort condos for their convenient access to the mountain and lifestyle benefits, the article notes that long-term ownership costs play a major role in overall affordability.

According to the HelloNation article, buyers considering a vacation property investment should carefully review recurring expenses before making a purchase. These expenses often include mortgage payments, HOA fees, property taxes, condo insurance, and ongoing maintenance costs. Understanding these financial obligations can help buyers establish realistic expectations and avoid surprises after closing.

The article explains that HOA fees are one of the most significant ongoing expenses for many owners of snowshoe resort condos. These fees can vary considerably depending on the property's location, amenities, and services. HOA fees may cover snow removal, exterior maintenance, landscaping, common area upkeep, building insurance, and sometimes utilities. Buyers should review HOA budgets and fee schedules to understand exactly what their monthly payments cover.

Property taxes are another important factor the article discusses. While property taxes in West Virginia are often lower than those in many other resort destinations, they remain a recurring ownership cost that should be included in annual budgeting. The article notes that tax obligations vary according to assessed property values and local tax rates.

The HelloNation article also highlights the importance of condo insurance. While many condominium associations maintain master insurance policies, individual owners often need separate condo insurance coverage to protect personal belongings, interior upgrades, and liability exposures. The article explains that condo insurance costs can vary based on coverage selections and property location.

Maintenance remains another key consideration for owners of a Snowshoe Mountain condo. Even when HOA fees cover exterior upkeep, owners should expect periodic expenses for furnishings, flooring, appliances, and interior improvements. The article notes that vacation properties frequently experience wear from both personal use and guest occupancy, making regular maintenance an important part of preserving value.

The article further explains that many buyers discover recurring ownership costs have a greater influence on long-term affordability than the purchase price itself. For this reason, evaluating a vacation property investment requires careful attention to both immediate and future expenses.

At the same time, the article outlines how rental income may help offset ownership costs. Because Snowshoe remains a year-round destination for outdoor recreation, many owners participate in short-term rental programs when they are not using their properties. Rental income generated through a short-term rental strategy may help cover HOA fees, property taxes, condo insurance, maintenance expenses, and portions of mortgage payments.

The article emphasizes evaluating rental income realistically. Occupancy levels, unit condition, amenities, location, and market demand all influence the performance of a short-term rental property. Buyers considering snowshoe resort condos are encouraged to review rental projections carefully before purchasing.

The article concludes that understanding the full financial picture allows buyers to make informed decisions. For many owners, combining personal enjoyment with the potential benefits of rental income creates a balanced ownership experience that supports both lifestyle goals and long-term planning.

The Real Cost of Owning a Ski Condo at Snowshoe features insights from Michael Hughes and Marty Giddings, resort real estate experts in Snowshoe, West Virginia, in HelloNation.

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SAN JOSE, Calif., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Wiwynn Corporation, a leading cloud IT infrastructure provider, today unveiled its latest AI infrastructure innovations at the 2026 OCP Global Summit (Booth C74, San Jose Convention Center), spanning next-generation AI rack platforms, breakthrough thermal technologies, and co-packaged optics (CPO) solutions. This reflects its holistic approach across compute, cooling, power, and connectivity.

"As AI workloads push compute density to unprecedented levels, the industry needs partners who can deliver proven, full-stack engineering across the entire rack," said William Lin, President and CEO of Wiwynn. "At OCP 2026, we are showcasing our end-to-end capability from custom design to high-volume rack integration, combined with continued investment in advanced cooling, power and optical interconnect technologies, Wiwynn is committed to build the next generation of AI infrastructure at scale with CSP customers and ecosystem partners."

Next-generation AI Rack Platforms

NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72: Wiwynn and Wistron are among the first NVIDIA Pilot Build Partners for the NVIDIA Vera Rubin NVL72 platform for engineering validation and design-in. This liquid-cooled, rack-scale architecture, integrating 72 NVIDIA Rubin GPUs and 36 NVIDIA Vera CPUs with 6th-generation NVIDIA NVLink, delivering breakthrough performance and efficiency for AI factories.

AMD Helios™ rackscale solution: Built on the Open Rack Wide (ORW) standard, AMD Helios brings together AMD Instinct™ MI450 Series GPUs, 6th Gen AMD EPYC™ Server CPUs, AMD Pensando™ advanced networking technologies and AMD ROCm™ open software in a unified architecture for large-scale AI training and inference. Through close collaboration with AMD, Wiwynn is applying its rack integration and manufacturing expertise to bring this architecture to customers at scale with solutions tailored to CSP requirements.

Advanced Thermal Engineering: Pushing Beyond the Limits of Cooling

Wiwynn will showcase a full spectrum of forward-looking cooling innovations, from on-package cooling and advanced materials to system-level lightweight design, demonstrating its commitment to breaking through the physical limits of traditional cooling architectures.

- Diamond-based Microchannel Cooling: Wiwynn is exploring diamond-based composite materials as a next-generation alternative to copper, demonstrating direct diamond-to-silicon bonding with integrated microchannel structures for on-package cooling. This leverages diamond's superior thermal conductivity to shorten the heat transfer path directly at the chip level.

- 6kW Double-Sided Cold Plate with Cavity PCBA and VPD: An ultra-thin double-sided cold plate with cavity PCBA design for high-power AI ASICs using Vertical Power Delivery, delivering 6kW cooling capacity, over15% thermal performance improvement, and up to 80% reduction in power delivery loss. This design simultaneously addresses thermal, power, and space constraints in next-generation AI modules.

- Lightweight Cold Plate and Inner Manifold Design: Through reduced metal usage in cold plates and inner manifolds, along with lightweight tubing, Wiwynn cuts cooling component weight by at least 30%, streamlining integration, transportation, and installation for high-density AI racks as deployments scale worldwide.

- Topology-Optimized Microchannel Cold Plate: Together with Corintis, Wiwynn will showcase topology-optimized microchannel designs tailored to chip power maps, targeting high heat flux regions while balancing thermal and hydraulic performance. This approach has the potential to further enhance cold plate performance for next-generation AI ASICs.

Overcoming Network Bottlenecks: CPO-Based Optical Interconnect

Wiwynn, together with ecosystem partners including Ayar Labs, Corning, GUC, and Senko, will showcase its co-packaged optics (CPO) scale-up rack solution, covering rack-level fiber routing, patch panel integration, and multi-vendor fiber management, alongside a live demonstration of optical engine telemetry. The demo highlights an open ecosystem approach and Wiwynn's ability to integrate optical, mechanical, cooling, and system-level innovations into a scalable rack-scale AI infrastructure platform.

Wiwynn's latest innovations will be explored in greater depth throughout the Summit, from Executive Track and Expo Hall Talk sessions to in-depth engineering workshops and the Future Technology Symposium.

Visit Wiwynn at Booth C74, San Jose Convention Center, and download the latest whitepapers to learn more about next-generation AI infrastructure and data center technologies.

About Wiwynn

Wiwynn is an innovative cloud IT infrastructure provider delivering high-quality computing, storage, and rack-level solutions for leading data centers worldwide. Guided by the vision to "unleash the power of digitalization; ignite the innovation of sustainability," Wiwynn actively invests in next-generation technologies to deliver the best TCO, workload- and energy-optimized IT solutions from cloud to edge. Wiwynn's end-to-end capabilities span server design, system integration, and high-volume L10/L11 rack delivery, backed by a manufacturing network spanning Taiwan, the United States, Mexico, Malaysia, and the Czech Republic.

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A HelloNation Article Details How Unresolved Joint and Muscle Issues After Sports Injuries Can Lead to Recurring Pain.

BRIGHTON, N.Y., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Why does joint pain keep returning after a sports injury? A HelloNation article explores how unresolved muscle tension and restricted joint mobility can contribute to recurring discomfort in active adults.

Sports injuries rarely affect only the area where pain first appears. The HelloNation article explains that when one part of the body is hurt or restricted, neighboring structures often compensate by absorbing more load during movement. While this compensation can be protective in the short term, it may create new discomfort in areas that were not directly involved in the original injury.

Active adults frequently experience this pattern without recognizing the connection, according to the article. A hamstring strain can lead to tightness in the lower back, while an ankle sprain may gradually affect the knee or hip by altering weight-bearing mechanics. These ripple effects can complicate sports injury recovery when they are not identified as part of the overall clinical picture.

Joint range of motion is a central factor when evaluating sports-related injuries. The article explains that every joint is designed to move within a specific range, and when one becomes restricted due to injury, inflammation, or protective guarding, adjacent joints often absorb more demand than they are built to sustain. This is one reason that sports-related pain does not always appear at the direct site of the original problem, a point Chiropractic Experts commonly observe in clinical practice.

Muscle tension following a sports injury can also slow recovery in ways that are not always immediately obvious. The article describes how muscles tighten around an injured area as a protective response, but if that guarding persists beyond the acute phase, it can limit range of motion and reinforce movement patterns that continue to stress the same structures. Athletes who experience a cycle of strain, brief improvement, and re-injury often have unresolved muscle tension or restricted joint mobility as a contributing factor.

The article highlights the shoulder and the hip and lower back as two areas frequently affected in active adults. The shoulder relies on coordination between the rotator cuff, the upper back, and the joints of the neck and mid-spine, and when any part of that system is disrupted, surrounding structures absorb greater stress. In the lower body, tightness in the hip can produce lower back discomfort, while a restricted lumbar joint may alter stride mechanics and create uneven loading through the knees.

Sports injury recovery, the article notes, requires more than waiting for acute pain to subside. Returning to activity before underlying restrictions in joint mobility or muscle balance are addressed can reinforce the same compensatory patterns that may have contributed to the original injury. This is especially relevant in sports involving repetitive mechanics, such as running or cycling, where foundational movement issues left unresolved can increase the likelihood of recurrence.

Dr. Colm Murphy of Brighton Chiropractic Office is among the Chiropractic Experts whose insights inform the article. The piece describes an evaluation approach that examines posture, joint mobility, movement quality, and muscle function together, offering a more complete picture of sports injury recovery than a site-specific approach alone.

How Recurring Joint Pain After Sports May Signal a Broader Problem features insights from Dr. Colm Murphy, Chiropractic Expert of Brighton, New York, in HelloNation.

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HelloNation is America's Good News Network, a premier media platform built on the idea that good news travels faster when real people tell real stories. Through its community-focused digital publications and innovative "edvertising" approach, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news content that informs, inspires, and spotlights the leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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The article explains how salt, moisture, and freeze-thaw cycles affect concrete and how protective coatings can help reduce damage.

CLARENCE, N.Y., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- What causes concrete floors to break down so quickly during harsh Western New York winters? HelloNation answers that question in an article featuring insights from Concrete Experts Ray McDougall and Mitch Wilkinson of Executive Concrete Coatings in Clarence, New York.

The HelloNation article explains how winter weather can significantly affect concrete surfaces, particularly in regions where snow, road salt, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles are common. It notes that garages, entryways, patios, and other exposed concrete surfaces face constant stress throughout the colder months, making long-term protection an important consideration for homeowners.

According to the article, road salt is one of the leading contributors to winter concrete damage. When salt combines with melting snow, moisture is carried into the naturally porous surface of concrete. As temperatures drop, the trapped moisture freezes and expands, placing pressure on the concrete that can eventually lead to cracking, scaling, and surface deterioration.

The article explains that professionally installed coating systems help address this problem by creating a protective barrier that limits the penetration of moisture and salt. Epoxy coatings paired with durable polyaspartic top coats help shield concrete from seasonal exposure while providing a surface that is easier to maintain throughout the winter.

Timing also plays an important role in protecting concrete. The article notes that applying coatings before winter arrives helps seal the surface before exposure to harsh weather begins. While damaged concrete can often be repaired and coated later, additional surface preparation may be necessary to ensure proper adhesion and long-term performance.

Another point discussed in the article is how protective coatings help reduce moisture intrusion that contributes to visible cracking. While no coating can prevent natural movement within a concrete slab, limiting the amount of water entering the surface reduces the freeze-thaw pressure that often accelerates deterioration in colder climates.

The article also highlights practical advantages beyond structural protection. Coated concrete surfaces are easier to clean because snow, slush, road salt, and dirt remain on the surface instead of soaking into the concrete. This can help reduce staining and discoloration while making routine maintenance more manageable during the winter months.

For homeowners throughout Western New York, the article explains that untreated concrete commonly develops pitting, scaling, and surface wear after repeated exposure to winter conditions. Protective coating systems designed for freeze-thaw environments can help extend the life of concrete while maintaining a cleaner, more attractive appearance over time.

The HelloNation article also emphasizes that not every coating system performs equally under demanding seasonal conditions. Proper installation and the selection of materials designed for cold-weather durability are important factors in achieving reliable, long-lasting results. Systems that combine a strong base coat with a durable polyaspartic finish are described as well suited for resisting the challenges created by winter weather.

Throughout the article, Concrete Experts Ray McDougall and Mitch Wilkinson provide insights that help readers understand why proactive protection is often more effective than waiting until visible damage occurs. Their experience offers practical context for homeowners looking to preserve the appearance and durability of their concrete surfaces through years of seasonal exposure.

The article concludes that protecting concrete before winter weather arrives can help reduce long-term deterioration caused by salt, moisture, and freezing temperatures. Understanding how modern coating systems perform allows homeowners to make informed decisions about preserving their concrete surfaces for years to come.

Winter-Proof Your Concrete: How to Protect Floors from Salt and Moisture in Buffalo features insights from Ray McDougall and Mitch Wilkinson, Concrete Experts of Clarence, New York, in HelloNation.

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HelloNation is America's Good News Network, a premier media platform built on the idea that good news travels faster when real people tell real stories. Through its community-focused publications and innovative "edvertising" approach, HelloNation delivers content that informs, inspires, and spotlights the leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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Moisture Trapped Inside Walls, Floors, and Other Building Materials After Visible Water Is Removed Can Continue Causing Damage for Days or Weeks.

FAYETTEVILLE, N.C., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Why is hidden moisture still a risk in a home after water damage cleanup appears complete? A HelloNation article takes on that question by explaining how moisture trapped inside building materials can continue causing damage long after visible water has been removed.

Water damage creates two distinct problems, and the more visible one is often the easier to resolve. The article explains that once standing water is removed and surfaces appear dry, it may feel as though the hardest part is over. But moisture trapped inside walls, subfloors, and cabinet structures can continue causing damage for days or weeks before any sign appears on the surface.

The difference between a surface appearing dry and materials being genuinely dry is a meaningful distinction in water damage recovery. The article notes that a floor that feels firm underfoot may still hold absorbed water inside the subfloor beneath it. Drywall that shows no visible staining can be saturated several inches deep because water travels through porous materials in ways that are not apparent without proper testing equipment.

Humidity plays a meaningful role in how quickly materials dry after a water event. In Fayetteville, where warm and humid conditions are common for much of the year, indoor air after a flood or plumbing failure may not support the natural drying of building materials. The article explains that elevated ambient humidity slows evaporation from saturated materials, so surfaces can feel dry while interior walls or floors remain wet far longer than expected.

Hidden moisture water damage creates conditions that are ideal for mold to establish itself inside a building. The article notes that mold requires very little to take hold, needing only a food source, moderate temperatures, and sustained moisture. Once it develops inside a wall cavity or beneath flooring, mold can spread considerably before any visible sign appears on the surface.

Professional moisture assessment uses tools that measure water content in building materials without requiring those materials to be opened or removed. The HelloNation article describes moisture meters that read relative moisture levels in wood, drywall, and similar materials, along with thermal imaging equipment that identifies temperature differences pointing to hidden wet areas. These instruments allow a Restoration Expert to map where moisture actually exists, rather than relying on visual inspection alone.

The drying process after hidden moisture water damage requires more than ventilation alone. Industrial dehumidifiers draw moisture out of both the air and building materials and must run long enough to bring material moisture levels down to acceptable thresholds. Monitoring those levels throughout the drying period confirms whether the process is working as intended and provides a documented endpoint for when drying is genuinely complete.

Shortcutting the drying phase is one of the most common contributors to additional damage after an apparent cleanup. The article explains that beginning cosmetic repairs before materials reach appropriate moisture levels can seal remaining moisture inside new finishes, creating the exact conditions that promote mold growth and structural deterioration. That mistake typically leads to more extensive and expensive repairs later, along with air quality concerns for the people occupying the space.

The article notes that homeowners should not assume surfaces feeling dry signals a complete recovery. A professional moisture assessment from Restoration Experts after the apparent drying period provides an accurate picture of whether building materials have reached genuinely safe levels. Verifying dryness with the right equipment before beginning reconstruction is one of the most effective steps a homeowner can take to prevent a second round of damage.

Why Is Hidden Moisture Still a Risk After Water Damage Cleanup? features insights from Ryan Strickland, Restoration Expert of Fayetteville, North Carolina, in HelloNation.

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HelloNation is America's Good News Network, a premier media platform built on the idea that good news travels faster when real people tell real stories. Through its community-focused digital publications and innovative "edvertising" approach, HelloNation delivers expert-driven, good-news content that informs, inspires, and spotlights the leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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Gator SCALES-WHF, an investigator-sponsored study at the University of Florida, shows effective decongestion of patients at imminent risk for hospital admission with minimal user, device or safety issues; 30-day admission for treatment failure or insufficient response was rare.

BURLINGTON, Mass., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- SQ Innovation today announced interim results from the Gator SCALES-WHF study of its product Lasix® ONYU, a novel subcutaneous formulation of furosemide for people with heart failure-associated edema. Among 21 patients at imminent risk for hospital admission who started treatment at home on the day of presentation, 86% were successfully decongested at home without hospitalization. Three patients were admitted within 30 days for additional treatment. The results were presented October 11 at the Heart Failure Society of America (HFSA) Annual Scientific Meeting 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona.

Gator SCALES-WHF (SubCutaneous Administration of Lasix to Eliminate Symptoms of Worsening Heart Failure) is a prospective, open-label, single-arm, real-world study conducted at the University of Florida in Gainesville, Florida. The study is sponsored by the University of Florida and led by Principal Investigator Mustafa M. Ahmed, MD, Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, University of Florida College of Medicine. The interim results were presented by Jude ElSaygh, MD, cardiology fellow at the University of Florida, Gainesville.

"Patients who have failed up-titration of oral diuretics have, until now, had few options other than coming into the hospital for IV therapy," said Dr. Ahmed. "In Gator SCALES-WHF, we provided subcutaneous treatment at home on the same day to patients whom we considered at imminent risk for admission. These interim results show that a structured at-home pathway can be implemented without delay and can decongest patients effectively and safely and keep them out of the hospital."

The study evaluates a site-specific clinical pathway for at-home treatment of patients with worsening heart failure who failed oral up-titration and were deemed at imminent risk for hospitalization. The study setup reflects future routine clinical practice with subcutaneous furosemide infusion but imposed some study-related constraints. Eligible adults aged 18 to 80 had congestive heart failure with signs of fluid overload despite oral diuretic up-titration and an expected need for at least three days of parenteral diuretic therapy — patients who would otherwise be at imminent risk for hospital admission. Treatment with Lasix ONYU was initiated the same day, and patients self-administered Lasix ONYU at home, either independently or with the help of a caregiver. Patients were followed for 30 days.

As of the interim analysis, 21 patients had been enrolled and had completed 30-day follow-up. Patients had a mean age of 63.1 years, 38% were women, and 67% had heart failure with reduced ejection fraction. At enrollment, median BNP values were 1,125 pg/mL [IQR, 204–4,300], which is comparable to levels that may be found in patients with heart failure presenting to the emergency room and who are typically admitted for inpatient treatment.

Participants successfully self-administered a total of 95 doses. User, device or safety issues were minimal, and no patient discontinued for user, device or adverse event-related reasons.

"The conclusion that a treatment is an alternative to inpatient IV diuretics rests on two pillars: demonstration of diuretic effects similar to IV and demonstration that patients can do this safely in the comfort of their homes," said Pieter Muntendam, MD, founder, President and CEO of SQ Innovation, the manufacturer of Lasix ONYU. "This study mimics the same-day initiation of therapy in patients at imminent risk for admission that is now possible under the medical benefit for Medicare Part B and other insurers. Use in those at imminent risk for admission provides value to payors and providers, while patients may benefit from avoiding a burdensome hospital stay."

Edema (fluid overload) is a leading cause of hospitalizations globally for people over 65 years old with heart failure, and typically requires inpatient IV diuretic therapy that can take up to one week. In the U.S., more than 1.2 million people are admitted for heart failure each year, significantly contributing to Medicare and other health insurance expenses amid ongoing hospital overcrowding.

Lasix ONYU is a novel drug-device combination that was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in October 2025 for the treatment of edema in adult patients with chronic heart failure. The Lasix ONYU Infusor slowly administers 80 mg of the diuretic furosemide over a period of five hours, resulting in significant diuresis similar to IV, but in a controlled manner designed for at-home administration to provide a tempered diuretic response.

About Gator SCALES-WHF

Gator SCALES-WHF (ClinicalTrials.gov: NCT06979726) is a prospective, open-label, single-arm study sponsored by the University of Florida. It is designed to develop, implement and evaluate a site-specific clinical pathway for at-home treatment with subcutaneous furosemide (Lasix ONYU) in adults presenting with worsening heart failure and fluid overload despite oral diuretic up-titration. The study follows patients for 30 days after treatment initiation and evaluates patient factors, safety, and device operation under real-world conditions ahead of routine clinical implementation.

About Lasix ONYU

Lasix® ONYU is a drug-device combination that was approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on October 7, 2025, for the treatment of edema in adult patients with chronic heart failure. Lasix ONYU is available for ordering from Cardinal Health and Cencora and for dispensing and overnight delivery from Walmart Specialty Pharmacy. The pharmaceutical component of Lasix ONYU is a novel, high-concentration formulation of the diuretic furosemide, at 30 mg/mL. It comes in a pre-filled glass cartridge containing 80 mg of furosemide in 2.67 mL. The Lasix ONYU Infusor consists of two main parts: the Reusable Unit and the Disposable Unit. The Reusable Unit is an electromechanical device that contains the battery, motor, and electronic components necessary for operation and safety functions. It can be used up to 48 times before it can be recycled. The Disposable Unit is a sterile, single-use plastic component that holds the drug cartridge. It includes a micro-piston pump, fluid path, needle insertion and retraction mechanism, and a 29-gauge needle. After the device is placed on the abdomen and activated, the needle penetrates the skin. The Lasix ONYU Infusor slowly administers 80 mg of furosemide over a period of five hours. This method results in significant diuresis similar to IV, but in a more controlled manner. This avoids the brief, intense diuretic effect that occurs with rapid IV infusion or injection. Lasix ONYU is a second-generation combination product for subcutaneous furosemide that follows the introduction of Furoscix in 2023. While primarily intended for home use, the drug delivery system may also be prepared and placed in an emergency room, a physician's office, or a hospital outpatient setting. The advanced two-component design of Lasix ONYU offers benefits for patients, healthcare providers, payors, and the environment. For Important Safety Information, Prescribing Information and Instructions for Use, visit www.lasix-onyu.com.

About SQ Innovation

SQ Innovation, Inc. is a privately held Swiss biopharmaceutical company with offices in Zug, Switzerland, Burlington, MA, USA, and Rotterdam, the Netherlands. The company was founded to develop and commercialize innovative, cost-effective therapies for subcutaneous delivery, enabling at-home treatment for conditions that are usually managed during hospitalizations. SQ Innovation has developed a novel drug-device combination for treating edema in adult patients with chronic heart failure — a condition typically requiring intravenous administration of diuretics in a hospital setting. Lasix ONYU was developed with consideration for patients, payors, healthcare providers, and environmental impact. Lasix ONYU received approval from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration on October 7, 2025. For more information about Lasix ONYU, including important safety information and the full prescribing information, please visit www.lasix-onyu.com.

INDICATION

Lasix® ONYU is a loop diuretic indicated for the treatment of edema in adult patients with chronic heart failure.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Before using Lasix ONYU, read the Instructions for Use and tell your healthcare provider about all your medical conditions, including if you are allergic to furosemide or any of the ingredients in Lasix ONYU, have trouble urinating, or if you are allergic to medical adhesives.

Tell your healthcare provider about all of the medicines you take, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines.

Warning: Only use the Lasix ONYU Prefilled Cartridge with the Lasix ONYU Infusor. Do not use insulin cartridges or other medicine cartridges in the Lasix ONYU Infusor. Doing so could cause severe injury.

What are the possible side effects of Lasix ONYU?

Dehydration: Lasix ONYU is a diuretic that can make you lose a lot of fluid and with it electrolytes. You may get a dry mouth, have increased thirst, get muscle pains or cramps, have reduced urine output or your urine may be more yellow than normal, you may get a headache, get dry skin, or have nausea or vomiting. Your healthcare provider may check your electrolytes while receiving Lasix ONYU.

Low Blood Pressure: Lasix ONYU may lower your blood pressure temporarily. You may feel lightheaded or dizzy. This usually happens when you stand. Getting up slowly may help.

High Blood Sugar: Lasix ONYU may increase blood sugar (glucose) levels if you have diabetes mellitus.

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MASSILLON, Ohio, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HelloNation Examines Skilled Nursing Care Differences With Assisted Living and Long-Term Care Featuring Senior Care Expert Rachel Baker

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