CALIFORNIA HOT SPRINGS, Calif., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vedanta Spiritual and Holistic Retreat, an established 501(c)(3) non-profit sanctuary set across 240 acres of preserved foothills in the southern Sierra Nevada, today announced its formal organizational rebrand to Still Mountain Wellness Retreat (DBA).

The transition reflects the sanctuary's continuing evolution toward authentic classical pranayama, immersive silent contemplation, and restorative residential programs held within protected native ecosystems. Operating under the guiding ethos "Where Breath meets the Nature," Still Mountain provides an unhurried mountain refuge designed to help individuals step back from digital sensory overload, reduce deep nervous system exhaustion, and re-establish natural circadian balance.

"This rebrand reflects the living reality of our campus and the daily practice we have cultivated here over the years," said Deepak, Director of Still Mountain Wellness Retreat. "While our legal structure, 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status, and organizational roots as Vedanta Spiritual and Holistic Retreat remain unchanged, people come to this mountain seeking practical, time-tested tools. They come to understand the mechanics of breath, walk in genuine silence, and experience the stillness of the Sierra foothills. Still Mountain represents that grounded sanctuary directly."

Situated at an elevation of 3,100 feet in California Hot Springs, the property features natural thermal mineral waters, expansive mountain views, unpolluted night skies, and profound natural quiet. The organization maintains active environmental stewardship partnerships with groups including the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), Point Blue Conservation Science, and the Roots Project. These collaborative initiatives actively protect native oak woodlands, natural spring watersheds, and migratory wildlife corridors across the entire 240-acre campus.

Still Mountain Wellness Retreat hosts small-group residential retreats led by certified, experienced instructors and supported by a dedicated sattvic vegan kitchen serving fresh, organic, plant-based meals prepared with care:

- The Art of Breathwork for Wellness and Stress Reduction: The retreat center's signature program delivers systematic instruction in classical pranayama techniques and functional respiratory mechanics. Drawing on traditional lineage principles, participants learn practical methods to regulate autonomic responses, strengthen vagal tone, expand functional lung capacity, and build lasting mental clarity. Full curriculum details and retreat dates are available at https://smwr.org/retreats/art-of-breathwork-for-wellness-and-stress-reduction/.

- Silent Natural Retreats and Contemplative Stays: Residential immersions centered around intentional noble silence, mindful walking along private mountain ridge trails, and contemplative self-inquiry. Participants disconnect completely from personal communication devices to allow the sensory nervous system to down-regulate and rest deeply in undisturbed nature.

- Women's Restorative and Mindful Gatherings: Nurturing small-group retreats tailored specifically for women seeking personal renewal, reflective peer circles, gentle restorative movement, guided breathing, and communal grounding in peaceful natural surroundings.

- Full Moon and New Moon Meditations: Evening outdoor contemplative sessions coordinated with Sierra lunar cycles. These gatherings integrate gentle breath preparation, quiet seated meditation, and mindful night-sky contemplation away from urban light pollution.

- Corporate Leadership and Executive Renewal Retreats: Structured residential intensives built for organizations, business founders, and executive leadership teams. These private retreats focus on burnout prevention, cognitive replenishment, and strategic reflection through structured silence, group breathwork, and fresh mountain air.

- Guest Teacher Residencies and Campus Hosting: In addition to internal programs, the sanctuary welcomes independent yoga teachers, meditation guides, breathwork instructors, and educational non-profit leaders to host private group workshops. The campus provides a complete retreat infrastructure, including indoor and outdoor practice spaces, comfortable private and shared accommodations, mountain walking paths, and complete organic plant-based meal services.

Beyond residential weekend intensives, Still Mountain integrates structured post-retreat integration support, offering scheduled follow-up check-in guidance to help guests weave sustainable breathwork habits into daily family and professional routines. The non-profit organization also provides community scholarships to ensure restorative wellness practices remain accessible to all sincere seekers.

The complete retreat schedule, group rental inquiries, and program details are available at https://smwr.org/retreats/.

About Still Mountain Wellness Retreat

Still Mountain Wellness Retreat is the operating name (DBA) of Vedanta Spiritual and Holistic Retreat, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt non-profit organization based in California Hot Springs, California. Dedicated to genuine holistic wellness, contemplative silence, and conservation stewardship, the sanctuary hosts residential retreats, teacher residencies, and educational workshops centered on classical breathwork, mindful lifestyle practices, and natural harmony.

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LG Channels is the exclusive English-language home to the German Soccer Network, which will feature live matches from the best clubs in German soccer - including the DFB-Pokal beginning with Round 2 on October 27 and 28

LOS ANGELES, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS), an entertainment technology company and studio, announced - in partnership with DFB (German Football Federation) its new streaming channel, German Soccer Network. It is now available in the U.S. as a premium free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channel, exclusively on LG Channels.

The exclusive new channel will air live matches showcasing the best German football clubs, including all Bundesliga teams – one of the top soccer leagues in the world. Matches will air periodically throughout the year and include the DFB-Pokal, a German knockout football cup competition that represents the most important club title in German football after the Bundesliga championship. German Soccer Network will have comprehensive live coverage of the DFB-Pokal, which resumes with the second round on October 27 and 28 and continues through the May final, and will also include live matches featuring the 3 Liga, the World Cup favorite German Women's National Team, and more.

The announcement comes on the heels of the World Cup – where a fever of fandom exploded in the U.S. and brought in a revived interest in the world's favorite sport. There are several prominent athletes from this summer's big tournament who American fans will find familiar on German Soccer Network:

- Malik Tillman (USA – Leverkusen) – Tillman was a key contributor for the US team, scoring the two most memorable goals of the US World Cup run (free kicks against Bosnia and Belgium)

- Gio Reyna (USA - Mönchengladbach) – Reyna is well-known to US fans; he was one of the top subs for this year's team, and scored a fantastic goal against Paraguay

- Harry Kane (England – Bayern Munich) – the star and captain of the England team that went all the way to Semis. Kane is one of the most famous players in the world

- Michael Olise (France – Bayern Munich) – possibly the best player in the Bundesliga; a key contributor to the French team that made the Semis

- Luis Diaz (Colombia – Bayern Munich) – one of the best players in the Bundesliga, and a star for the strong Colombian team that made the Round of 16

- And more…

"Live sports is an area in which Cineverse sees a lot of potential and an area that we can grow. We hope that our distribution of this tournament helps existing fans and news discover the breadth of soccer across all divisions, one of the world's powerhouses in the sport," said Alexandra Viglione, SVP, Business Development and Partnerships, Cineverse.

"We are excited to have German Soccer Network join more than 400 diverse channels on LG Channels, one of the most-popular apps on LG TVs, further expanding the platform's premium live sports offering," said Matthew Durgin, VP of Content & Service at LG Electronics North America. "This partnership with Cineverse gives U.S. viewers an easy way to discover and stream live German soccer featuring some of the sport's biggest clubs and players, directly from their LG devices."

About LG Channels

LG Channels is LG's exclusive global FAST (Free Ad-supported Streaming TV) service, offering premium, free-to-stream content for every taste. The service provides a wide range of live channels and on-demand content across diverse genres, including entertainment, movies, drama, news, sports, and more. Operating over 4,500 channels in 36 countries across North America, Europe, Latin America, and Asia, LG Channels delivers a premium and optimized viewing experience to users worldwide. The service is easily accessible on webOS-powered devices, including LG Smart TVs, smart monitors, projectors, automotive infotainment systems, and hotel TVs. For more information please visit LG Channels.

About LG Electronics USA

LG Electronics USA Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a smart life solutions company with annual global revenues of more than $60 billion. In the United States, LG sells a wide range of innovative home appliances, home entertainment products, commercial displays, air conditioning systems and vehicle components. LG is an 11-time ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year. www.LG.com.

About Cineverse Streaming

Cineverse owns and/or operates a wide range of premium streaming brands, from free, ad-supported streaming television (FAST) channels to subscription video-on-demand (SVOD) apps. These span fandoms – from single IP channels around pop cultural icons such as Bob Ross and The Dog Whisperer with Cesar Milan, to channels curated for fans of Horror (Screambox, Midnight Pulp), Anime and Pan-Asian shows and films (RetroCrush, AsianCrush), Documentaries (Docurama, Historian), Independent Film (Fandor), Romance (Dove Channel) and True Crime (Crime Hunters), to name a few.

About Cineverse 

Cineverse (Nasdaq: CNVS) is an entertainment technology company and studio. Fiercely innovative and independent, Cineverse develops and invests in technology and content that drives the future of the industry. Core to its business is Matchpoint® – a growing tech ecosystem designed to prepare, distribute, monetize, and continuously improve content across any platform. Matchpoint helps studios large and small operate at scale and improve performance and efficiency in an increasingly fragmented distribution environment. Additionally, Cineverse distributes a vast library of premium films, series, and podcasts, across theatrical, home entertainment, and streaming; operates dozens of digital properties that super serve passionate fandoms around the world; and works with leading brands to connect them with audiences they value. From award-winning technology to the highest-grossing unrated film in U.S. history, Cineverse has created a playbook that marries tech and content to redefine the next era of entertainment. For more information, visit cineverse.com.

About DFB

Deutscher Fußball-Bund (DFB) is the governing body of Association Football in Germany, and is home to the German National teams including four-time FIFA World Cup-winning men's national team and two-time women's world champion national team. Furthermore it is the organizer of various leagues and competitions including the prestigious DFB-Pokal (German knockout Cup competition), 3. Liga (Men's third division) and many more.

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Two dynamic capability demonstrators – the Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon System and High Power Microwave – present scalable, layered C-UAS options to the U.S. Army

WASHINGTON, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BAE Systems (LON: BA) unveiled two breakthrough defense technologies at AUSA 2026: the Multi-Domain Artillery Cannon System (MDACS) and the High Power Microwave (HPM). Both products provide key layered counter-unmanned aircraft systems (C-UAS) and counter-missile capabilities built to protect critical installations and maneuverer forces against saturation drone attacks.

The threat from massed drone swarms has outpaced the capacity of traditional, magazine-limited kinetic systems to respond. MDACS and HPM address this gap directly, pairing the precision of high-velocity kinetics with the near-limitless capacity of directed energy to deliver sustained, cost-efficient defense.

"The threat environment is evolving faster than traditional procurement cycles can keep up with," said Jason Casciotti, vice president of BAE Systems' Weapon Systems product line. "By leveraging a validated technical core and a resilient supply chain, we are delivering a high-maturity solution that ensures that as long as there is power, there is defense."

MDACS forms the kinetic layer of the shield. Air transportable and highly agile, the system delivers offensive and defensive versatility across the battlefield through a family of precision-guided munitions tailored to the target. For air defense, it fires the Hypervelocity Projectile (HVP), a next-generation guided round. To strike fixed and moving ground targets in contested environments, it fires Scorpio-XR, a precision-guided munition that doubles the range of existing 155mm cannon-launched projectiles.

HPM forms the directed energy layer. Built on a high-maturity architecture with more than 99% commercial off-the-shelf components, the system removes the logistical constraints of traditional ammunition entirely. It delivers a continuous defensive capability capable of defeating drone swarms for as long as power is available, a critical advantage as adversaries field larger and more coordinated drone formations.

Both systems represent a shift toward more resilient and adaptable defense options for the U.S. Army by moving proven capability from the tech lab to the front line at an accelerated pace, without sacrificing the reliability Soldiers require on the battlefield.

For more information, please contact:

Travis Langer, BAE Systems 

Mobile: +1 612-513-3267

[email protected] 

www.baesystems.com/en-us

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PLEASANTON, Calif., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc. (the "Company") (NYSE: SSD), an industry leader in engineered structural connectors and building solutions, announced today that it will report its financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2026, on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 4:15 p.m. Eastern Time. Michael Olosky, Simpson's President and Chief Executive Officer, and Matt Dunn, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, will host a conference call that same day at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. The call will be broadcast live over the Internet hosted on the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at ir.simpsonmfg.com.

Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.'s Third Quarter 2026 Conference Call Details

For those unable to participate during the live broadcast, a replay of the call will also be available beginning that same day at 8:00 p.m. Eastern Time until 11:59 p.m. Eastern Time on Monday, November 9, 2026, by dialing (844) 512-2921 (U.S. and Canada) or (412) 317-6671 (International) and entering the conference ID: 13762883. The webcast will remain posted on the Investor Relations section of Simpson's website at ir.simpsonmfg.com for 90 days.

About Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc.

Simpson Manufacturing Co., Inc., headquartered in Pleasanton, California, through its subsidiaries, including Simpson Strong-Tie Company Inc., designs, engineers and is a leading manufacturer of wood construction products, including connectors, truss plates, fastening systems, fasteners and shear walls, and concrete construction products, including adhesives, specialty chemicals, mechanical anchors, powder actuated tools and reinforcing fiber materials. The Company primarily supplies its building product solutions to both the residential and commercial markets in North America and Europe. The Company's common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol "SSD."

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Addo Investor Relations

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Pye-Barker Engineered Solutions Becomes HAE Industrial

New name honors the company's engineering roots and establishes a distinct identity for continued growth in the Southeast US.

ATLANTA, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Pye-Barker Engineered Solutions today announced that it has changed its name to HAE Industrial. The new name, pronounced "hey industrial," creates a clearer identity for the company while carrying forward the team, expertise and service that manufacturers and industrial facility leadership have trusted since 1936.

HAE honors the company's roots in Hydro-Air Engineering, the division established in 1968 to provide pump and compressor equipment, maintenance and repair. "Industrial" reflects the company's broader role supporting pumps, compressors, blowers, vacuum systems and related air and fluid applications.

See the new brand: https://haeindustrial.com/

The name change also distinguishes the company from Pye-Barker Fire & Safety, a separate business, and provides a stronger platform for growth across Georgia, Florida and the greater Southeast.

Here to Keep Plants Moving

"For nearly 90 years, customers have counted on our team to answer the phone, show up and solve the real problems in their plants and facilities," said Eric Lunsford, President of HAE Industrial. "Our new name honors those Hydro-Air Engineering roots that shaped our business and gives us an identity for the future. What doesn't change is our ownership, people, or commitment to helping customers keep critical equipment running."

HAE Industrial will continue to supply, install and service top-tier equipment from suppliers like Viking Pumps, Gardner Denver, Crane, ARO, Barmesa, and Travaini. Customers will continue working with the same local sales and service teams and receiving the same equipment support, practical engineering expertise and responsive service. The transition does not involve a sale, acquisition, merger or change in ownership.

The HAE Industrial name and visual identity has begun rolling out across the company's website, communications, sales materials, signage and other customer touchpoints, and will continue to in the coming months. During the transition, the company may identify itself as "HAE Industrial, formerly Pye-Barker Engineered Solutions."

For more, visit: https://haeindustrial.com/

About HAE Industrial

HAE Industrial helps manufacturers and industrial facilities keep critical processes running with equipment, service and engineered support for pumps, compressors, blowers, vacuum systems and related air and fluid applications. Formerly Pye-Barker Engineered Solutions, the company combines local field experience, product knowledge and practical problem solving to understand the real issue and recommend the right solution. HAE Industrial is here to keep plants moving.

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Viega is the One of the Only Press Connection Manufacturers to Provide a Warrantied Cleaned-and-Bagged Offering, Giving Customers Greater Confidence in Demanding Environments

BROOMFIELD, Colo., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Viega, a global leader in press connection and piping system solutions, is launching Cleaned and Bagged, a line of press fittings and valves that are cleaned, inspected and individually sealed through Viega's quality-controlled process. Designed for demanding high-purity applications, Cleaned and Bagged combines controlled cleanliness with the speed and reliability of proven Viega press technology. The new line gives contractors, engineers and facility teams greater confidence in installations where system purity is a necessity and speed is critical. Viega's Cleaned and Bagged systems can directly impact safety, product quality, and long-term system reliability with an industry-leading warranty on these parts.

Viega's Cleaned and Bagged products are cleaned to Cleaned for Oxygen Service (CFOS) requirements*, providing a recognized cleanliness benchmark while supporting applications beyond the traditional scope of CFOS, including laboratory gases and other high-purity systems. The products follow established industry cleaning practices designed to reduce contaminants that could affect sensitive systems, including particles, hydrocarbons, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), silicone, salts, chlorides, fibers and corrosion products.

Each fitting and valve is cleaned, inspected and individually sealed in a controlled environment meeting ISO Class 8 cleanliness requirements or better, providing a ready-to-install solution for environments where cleanliness and installation efficiency are critical. Individual packaging helps protect components from contamination during transportation, storage and jobsite handling, maintaining cleanliness until installation while reducing jobsite preparation and supporting controlled installation workflows.

The product line is designed for a wide range of applications where maintaining system cleanliness helps preserve fluid purity and operational reliability, including pharmaceutical manufacturing, semiconductor and microelectronics facilities, research laboratories, advanced/precision manufacturing, industrial gas distribution and lithium battery manufacturing, among others.

"We designed Cleaned and Bagged as a scalable extension of our proven press systems," said Lars Erkelenz, Vice President, Product Management from Viega North America. "It gives contractors and engineers access to components prepared for controlled environments without sacrificing the speed, consistency and confidence they expect from Viega press technology."

Erkelenz continued, "By managing the cleaning, inspection and packaging process, Viega gives customers greater control and confidence in every component, compared with fittings cleaned on-site or after purchase. And because they're compatible with existing Viega press tools, contractors can use the same crews and familiar installation process to help reduce labor requirements and schedule risk in demanding project environments."

Viega's Cleaned and Bagged systems support applications requiring purity levels up to 6N (99.9999%), including demanding manufacturing and research environments where purity is critical. Referenced cleaning standards include: ASTM G93, CGA G-4.1, CGA G-7.1, MSS SP-138 and ISO 8573.

Like other Viega press systems, Cleaned and Bagged eliminates the need for hot work while providing secure, consistent connections. The system combines factory-controlled cleanliness with flame-free installation, reliable press connections and reduced installation preparation, helping project teams maintain stringent purity requirements without sacrificing installation efficiency.

For more information about Viega North America, visit viega.us.

* Not for use with: Medical gas systems (NFPA 99) | FDA food-contact applications

About Viega

Viega North America is a subsidiary of The Viega Group, which has more than 125 years of experience in building technology. Viega is the global leader in press connection and piping system solutions, serving industrial, commercial and residential markets across a wide range of applications, including data centers, multifamily housing, healthcare, education, utilities, food and beverage, advanced manufacturing, chemical processing and pulp and paper facilities. With ten locations worldwide, Viega employs more than 5,500 people and manufactures more than 17,000 products and systems, including PureFlow®, ProPress®, MegaPress® and MegaPressG. In North America, Viega operates Seminar Centers in Colorado and Ohio, as well as the Viega Experience Center in New York City, providing continued education through in-person and online training opportunities. Through programs like the Viega Trades Education Network (VTEN), Viega is also helping train and support the next generation of plumbing and HVAC professionals across the U.S. and Canada. For more information, visit viega.us.

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Seven Data Trends Reveal the Most Unsettled Pharmacy Benefits Market in Years

BIRMINGHAM, Ala., Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- RxBenefits, Inc., the nation's only pharmacy benefits optimizer, has today released its new market report, "2026 State of Pharmacy Benefits Decisions: The Churn Trap." The report draws on proprietary survey data fielded by FTI Consulting on behalf of RxBenefits, capturing responses from 601 employers and 300 employee benefits consultants and advisors, all with decision-making authority over pharmacy benefits.

The findings paint a telling picture. Three out of four employers have changed their pharmacy benefits advisor in the past 12 months or plan to within the next 12 months, and 87% say they're likely to switch their pharmacy benefits manager (PBM) at contract renewal. The advisor relationships and vendor arrangements that once anchored pharmacy decisions are losing their hold, leaving a market that feels much less stable.

The drivers are well-documented. Rising costs show no sign of leveling off, transparency has shifted from competitive advantage to table stakes, and new federal disclosure requirements have put advisor compensation and fiduciary obligations under a level of scrutiny the market hasn't seen before. Taken together, these pressures have pushed clinical management to the center of every provider evaluation, raising the bar for what advisors and PBMs must prove, not just promise.

The report maps those pressures across seven data trends, each one grounded in new survey data, and together paint a clear picture of where the market is breaking down and what it takes to hold ground in it.

Among the report's key findings:

- Advisor trust has a shorter shelf life. Employers still rely on benefits advisors to guide pharmacy decisions, but scrutiny of compensation arrangements and fiduciary obligations has raised the bar for what earns and keeps that trust.

- Transparency is no longer a differentiator. When nearly every provider claims it, the label stops doing any work. Employers have moved on to harder questions about guarantees, rebates, and clinical results.

- The line between transparent and traditional PBMs is blurring. Employers aren't buying the label anymore — they're asking harder questions about plan economics including guarantees, rebates, and clinical results.

- Clinical management is now the primary lens for provider evaluation. With net drug spend exceeding $600 billion, employers want proof a partner can move the trend, not just measure it.

- GLP-1 strategy is a standalone test of provider readiness. Employers now treat GLP-1 trend management as its own evaluation criterion, expecting a defined approach to coverage controls, step therapy, and program design.

The report's bottom line: optimization beats replacement. In a market defined by switching, another vendor swap rarely solves the underlying problem. What employers and advisors need is active management backed by measurable proof.

"Employers are stuck in a churn trap, and another vendor swap won't break it," said Kyra Hagan, senior vice president, marketing and communications, at RxBenefits. "What ends the cycle is proof, not promises. Advisors and employers who can point to documented savings, performance guarantees, and real clinical results give their clients a credible reason to stop switching and start optimizing."

The full Market Report is available here.

RxBenefits experts will discuss these themes in an upcoming webinar, "The Loyalty Gap: What 601 Employers and 300 Advisors Told Us About Pharmacy Benefits in 2026," taking place Oct. 13 at 11 a.m. CT / 12 p.m. ET. The moderated panel, built for benefits advisors representing self-insured plans, will feature Jasmine Aral, senior vice president of PBM strategy and partnerships, and Bradley Nelson, vice president of clinical services. Registration is available here.

More information about RxBenefits is available at www.rxbenefits.com.

About RxBenefits

RxBenefits is the nation's first and only Pharmacy Benefits Optimizer (PBO), partnering with benefits advisors and self-funded plan leaders to deliver high-value, client-aligned pharmacy solutions. By combining deep marketplace expertise, aggressive PBM pricing negotiations, independent clinical oversight, and award-winning service, RxBenefits helps organizations control pharmacy costs while ensuring members receive seamless, high-quality care and best-in-class support. Headquartered in Birmingham, Alabama, RxBenefits serves more than 3 million members nationwide. For more information, visit www.rxbenefits.com.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Jill Kipnis 

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Collaboration expands access to Lunit's AI-powered pathology platform by combining it with Discovery Life Sciences' global biospecimen and specialty laboratory capabilities, enabling standardized tissue insights for biomarker research and drug development.

SEOUL, South Korea, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lunit (KRX: 328130), a leading provider of AI for cancer diagnostics and precision oncology, today announced a strategic collaboration with Discovery Life Sciences (Discovery), a global leader in biospecimens and specialty laboratory services, to expand the adoption of the Lunit SCOPE suite, the company's AI-powered pathology platform, across biopharmaceutical research.

Discovery brings more than 25 years of assay expertise and has delivered biomarker services for more than 2,000 clinical trial programs while currently supporting over 350 active trial programs through its end-to-end specialty laboratory services across the drug development lifecycle.

Through the collaboration, Discovery and Lunit will work together with biopharma clients to apply the Lunit SCOPE suite within Discovery's biomarker and tissue analysis workflows, tailoring AI-powered pathology to each program's design. By pairing Discovery's global biospecimen network and specialty laboratory expertise with Lunit's AI-powered image analysis on client programs, the companies aim to provide pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies with standardized, quantitative tissue insights that support clinical research, translational studies, and drug development. The collaboration is expected to broaden global access to Lunit's AI-powered pathology platform for biopharmaceutical researchers and organizations.

The companies also plan to expand AI-enabled tissue analysis services that help researchers generate deeper biological insights, improve the reproducibility of tissue-based analysis, and accelerate evidence generation throughout the drug development process.

In addition, Lunit will participate in Discovery Life Sciences' Bridging Biomarker Breakthroughs to Bedsides (B4 Tour) on October 14 in South San Francisco. Yoojoo Lim, Medical Director at Lunit Oncology, will speak in an expert session and join the panel discussion, "AI in Biomarkers: What's Working, What's Next."

"AI-powered pathology only delivers on its promise when the tissue and the workflow behind it are consistent. Because we source the biospecimens and perform the tissue processing and pathology in our own laboratories, we can apply the Lunit SCOPE suite to reliably prepared samples and give our biopharma partners tissue data they can trust across their programs," said Anna Juncker-Jensen, PhD, Vice President of Scientific Affairs, Discovery Life Sciences.

"As biopharmaceutical companies increasingly seek quantitative and reproducible biomarkers to guide drug development, AI-powered pathology is becoming an essential part of modern translational research," said Brandon Suh, CEO of Lunit. "Through our collaboration with Discovery Life Sciences, we aim to bring the Lunit SCOPE suite to more biopharma researchers worldwide, enabling standardized tissue analysis that accelerates biomarker research and ultimately supports the development of next-generation therapies."

Through this collaboration, biopharma partners gain access to the Lunit SCOPE suite within Discovery's end-to-end tissue workflows, from specimen sourcing through molecular pathology and quantitative readout, all performed in Discovery's own laboratories. Integrating AI at the point of analysis gives researchers standardized, reproducible tissue data across their biomarker and translational programs.

About Lunit

Founded in 2013, Lunit (KRX: 328130) is a global leader on a mission to conquer cancer through AI. Our clinically validated solutions span medical imaging, breast health, and biomarker analysis, empowering earlier detection, smarter treatment decisions, and more precise outcomes across the cancer care continuum.

Lunit offers a comprehensive suite spanning risk prediction and early detection to precision oncology. Our FDA-cleared Lunit INSIGHT Breast Suite and breast health solutions support cancer screening in thousands of medical institutions worldwide, while the Lunit SCOPE platform is used in research partnership with global pharma and laboratory leaders for biomarker research, and companion diagnostic development.

Trusted by over 10,000 sites in more than 65 countries, Lunit combines deep medical expertise with continuously evolving datasets to deliver measurable impact for patients, clinicians, and researchers alike. Headquartered in Seoul with global offices, Lunit is driving the worldwide fight against cancer. Learn more at lunit.io.

About Discovery Life Sciences

Discovery Life Sciences is a global leader in biospecimens and specialty lab services, enabling the discovery and development of therapeutics and diagnostics that improve patient outcomes. Our extensive portfolio of normal and diseased human biospecimens, cellular starting materials, and preclinical ADME-tox products and services accelerates research with high-quality, highly characterized materials, complemented by expertise in cell biology. Our comprehensive suite of lab services, including molecular pathology, genomics, proteomics, and flow cytometry, delivers critical data and insights for biomarker discovery across the full spectrum of retrospective and prospective clinical trials, from assay development and validation through Phase 3 and post-approval pathologist training. With a vision to be the most trusted partner in life science research and clinical development, Discovery Life Sciences is committed to advancing scientific research and transforming lives.

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CINCINNATI, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), America's grocer, shares that getting vaccinated is one of the most effective steps families can take to protect their health and the health of those around them. Kroger pharmacies make it easy to schedule a vaccine appointment alongside weekly errands.

Flu, COVID-19, RSV and other routine vaccines are available now at Kroger Family of Pharmacies, with walk-in and scheduled appointments available. Most patients with health insurance can receive vaccines at no out-of-pocket costs. Vaccine appointments can be scheduled at Kroger.com/vaccine.

Savings are automatically loaded to a customers' loyalty accounts at Kroger pharmacy locations.

"Kroger touches more than 11 million customers every day, giving us a real opportunity to protect our communities," said Bill Shinton, interim president of Kroger Health. "Scheduling a flu shot while customers are picking up groceries or filling a prescription is the kind of simple, accessible healthcare that makes a difference for our neighbors."

What to know this season

Leading medical organizations continue to recommend annual flu vaccination for anyone six months and older, as well as a COVID-19 vaccination for adults 18 and older. RSV vaccines are encouraged for adults 75 and older as well as for adults ages 50 to 74 with certain chronic conditions. Customers with questions about routine vaccine eligibility can speak with a Kroger pharmacist.

Flu, COVID and RSV vaccines can safely be administered during the same visit. Kroger pharmacists are available to answer questions and help customers determine which vaccines are right for them.

Convenient care across the country

Kroger operates more than 2,200 pharmacies across 35 states with nearly 200 The Little Clinic locations. Customers can schedule vaccine appointments at Kroger.com/vaccine or visit their local Kroger Family of Pharmacies.

About Kroger

At The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR), we are dedicated to our Purpose: To Feed the Human Spirit™. We are, across our family of companies more than 400,000 associates who serve over 11 million customers daily through an eCommerce experience and retail food stores under a variety of banner names, serving America through food inspiration and uplift, and creating #ZeroHungerZeroWaste communities. To learn more about us, visit our newsroom and investor relations site.

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SAN DIEGO, Oct. 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The 76th Regeneron International Science and Engineering Fair (ISEF), the world's largest precollege science and engineering competition, concluded on May 15 with the Grand Awards ceremony in host city Phoenix, Arizona. Tens of millions of students competed in science fairs around the world this year, and more than 1,700 finalists from 365 affiliated fairs in more than 60 countries, regions and territories earned a place at ISEF, including 11 from the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair (GSDSEF), two of whom qualified through the California Science and Engineering Fair (CSEF). These finalists competed for more than $7 million in prizes, with GSDSEF students winning eight awards, including second-place, third-place and four fourth-place awards, for a total of $6,300.

Detailed results below:

Behavioral and Social Sciences

Janet Yang, Grade 11, Canyon Crest Academy, "Neuro-Behavioral Convergence: A Multimodal Approach to Stroke Risk Assessment"

- ISEF Finalist

Biomedical Engineering

Kayley Xu, Grade 11, The Bishop's School, "Visual Field Redirection for Central Vision Loss: Passive Metasurface Design and Computational PRL Prescription"

- Grand Award: Fourth Award of $600

Cellular and Molecular Biology

Claire Lim, Grade 11, Canyon Crest Academy, "Inducible TLR4 Decoy for Targeting Microglial Activation to Reduce Neuronal Degeneration in Parkinson's Disease"

- Grand Award: Fourth Award of $600

Chemistry

Ihan Sung, Grade 11, Eastlake High School, "Renewable Ammonia Electrochemical Synthesis by Glow Discharge with an Iron-Based Catalyst"

- Grand Award: Fourth Award of $600

- Special Award: Aramco Excellence in Energy and Environmental Stewardship Second Award of $300

Computational Biology and Bioinformatics

Charles Brum, Grade 9, Cathedral Catholic High School, "BeeCast: A Model to Predict and Enable Prevention of Bee Colony Collapse"

- ISEF Finalist

Emma Liu, Grade 11, The Bishop's School, "Computational Pipeline for High-Throughput 3D Quantification of Cell States in Polymorphonuclear Neutrophils"

- Grand Award: Third Award of $1,200

Ryan Rezaei, Grade 12, Canyon Crest Academy, "Unifying Protein Function Prediction With PLMs"

- ISEF Finalist

Embedded Systems

Ethan Hu, Grade 9, The Bishop's School, "Configurable Electromagnetic Refreshable Tactile Display with FDM Printable Bistable Cam"

- Grand Award: Fourth Award of $600

Engineering Technology: Statics and Dynamics

Shounak Ray Chaudhuri, Grade 12, Francis Parker School, "Novel Scalable Autonomous Vehicle Systems for Emerging Markets"

- Grand Award: Second Award of $2,400

- Special Award: INCOSE Honorable Mention

Robotics and Intelligent Machines

Giles Del Priore & Ronald Wyatt: Grade 12, Eastlake High School, "Design and Evaluation of a Behaviorally Grounded, Caregiver-Governed AI Companion for Individuals With Memory Impairment"

- ISEF Finalists

Full results and project showcase are available online.

About the GSDSEF

Since 1955, the Greater San Diego Science and Engineering Fair (GSDSEF) has provided an inspiring experience in science and engineering for tens of thousands of San Diego and Imperial County students, motivating them to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. This regional competition challenges students to go beyond classroom studies to do independent research — to ask compelling questions, to design and implement innovative solutions, and to present and defend results to judges who are professionals in their fields. The GSDSEF brings together 800 of the best middle and high school students, 400+ judges who are professionals in their fields and over 60 professional societies and organizations, with more than $40,000 in prizes awarded.

The GSDSEF fosters creativity and innovation through inquiry, celebrates students' STEM achievements, and showcases how young minds can make an impact in the present and future. Many of these student scientists are conducting world-class research and groundbreaking experiments in fields ranging from astronomy to zoology, such as the discovery of cures for diseases, formulations of new vaccines, cancer research, applying AI to enhance medical diagnoses, using biomimicry for water conservation, novel drone technology, advances in micro robotics and autonomous driving technology. The GSDSEF is the highest-level STEM competition in the region and one of the oldest, most respected and competitive in the world. The GSDSEF is a 501(c)(3) organization run entirely by unpaid volunteers. Learn more at gsdsef.org and follow us on LinkedIn and Instagram.

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