MIAMI, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Florida International University announced the launch of the FIU Cruise Excellence Center, led by its Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. The initiative is designed to address the global cruise sector's most consequential challenges and opportunities, while establishing FIU as a global academic hub for cruise-industry research, talent development, executive education and innovation.

The announcement coincides with the inaugural meeting of the Center's Cruise Executive Advisory Board, a founding board composed of presidents, CEOs, a CFO and other senior executives from cruise lines and organizations spanning travel distribution, destinations, maritime services and other critical parts of the cruise ecosystem.

"The launch of the FIU Cruise Excellence Center signifies an historic partnership right here in Miami, the Cruise Capital of the World, and offers FIU an opportunity to engage with an industry that has enormous importance to our region and to the global economy," said Jeanette M. Nuñez, president of FIU. "The Center creates a strong nexus between expertise from across FIU with industry leadership to help develop talent, generate meaningful research, and contribute to the future of cruising."

Board members will help FIU identify high-value industry challenges and translate university knowledge into practical values for the industry, establish research priorities, strengthen academic curricula, expand experiential learning and internship opportunities, develop executive and professional education and create stronger connections among students, faculty and the global cruise community.

The Center's initial strategic priorities are to combine academic research, education and industry collaboration, along with a commitment to opening doors of opportunity for FIU students. Whether through a degree or a specialized micro-credential, the industry insights will result in preparing students for meaningful careers, developing the next generation of industry leaders and empowering them to make an impact on a global stage.

"Cruising is an extraordinarily complex global industry, and the issues shaping its future increasingly cross traditional academic boundaries," said Michael Cheng, dean of FIU's Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management. "The Chaplin School will serve as the academic lead for the Center connecting the right FIU expertise and discipline across the university to the questions industry leaders bring forward resulting in more relevant research, a richer curriculum, and offering students experience working across the boundaries they will encounter in their careers."

Building a Global Cruise Research Agenda and Future Talent Pipeline

A major ambition of the FIU Cruise Excellence Center is to develop a distinctive body of independent, academically grounded research focused on the cruise industry and a talent pipeline. FIU already has an established academic foundation in cruise education, including its undergraduate Cruise Line Management track and a Master of Science in Hospitality Management with a specialization in Cruise Line Operations.

Potential research and innovation priorities include the future cruise workforce, changing consumer demand, emerging technologies and artificial intelligence, environmental responsibility, crew well-being, destination and managed-tourism strategies, operating performance, logistics and supply chains, ports and destinations, guest experience, and the economic and geopolitical forces affecting global cruising.

"This is intended to be a working partnership, not an advisory board in name only," said Larry Pimentel, FIU Distinguished Cruise Executive-in-Residence and chair of the Cruise Executive Advisory Board.

"Our opportunity is bigger than creating another academic center," Pimentel added. "It is to build a resource for the global cruise industry that is relevant, independent, connected and useful — one that brings together industry experience, academic rigor and the next generation of talent."

The long-term objective is to create a sustained connection between a major research university and the global cruise industry to identify future skill requirements, strengthen curricula, expand internships and experiential learning, develop executive education and micro-credentials, and create clearer pathways between education and careers throughout the cruise ecosystem.

For more information, please visit the FIU Cruise Excellence Center website. Photos and B-roll are available via Dropbox. Interview opportunities are available upon request.

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Where to Watch 2026 Monster Jam® Primetime: Weekly Series Debuts October 1 At 8 p.m. ET On Free Streaming Platforms

Two new episodes premiere every Thursday at 8 p.m. ET on the Monster Jam Channel across nine free ad-supported streaming television (FAST) platforms

PALMETTO, Fla., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Monster Jam® today announced that Monster Jam Primetime, a weekly streaming series featuring stadium Racing, Skills competitions, Freestyle highlights, and exclusive features, will make its 2026 Monster Jam Channel debut Thursday, October 1, at 8 p.m. ET. Two new episodes will premiere every Thursday across nine free ad-supported streaming (FAST) television platforms, with encore airings the following Thursday beginning at 6 p.m. ET. Episodes will also re-air on select Saturdays leading into and following live Monster Jam event coverage. Monster Jam Primetime will also premiere concurrently on the Monster Jam YouTube channel and will be available for on demand viewing afterwards.

The Monster Jam Channel is available through Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, VIZIO WatchFree+, Pluto TV, LG Channels, Plex, Local Now, Rakuten TV, and now on Xumo Play.

The series revisits standout moments from the 2026 Monster Jam season while helping fans get ready for the 2027 season. Each episode features action and never-before-seen highlights, in-depth analysis from Adam Enticknap, behind-the-scenes updates from Leslie Mears, and exclusive Primetime features that bring viewers closer to Monster Jam drivers and competition.

How to Watch Monster Jam Primetime

Monster Jam Action, Analysis, and Behind-the-Scenes Access

Monster Jam Primetime features head-to-head Racing, Skills competitions and Freestyle runs by world-class drivers in 12,000-pound Monster Jam trucks. Veteran host Scott Jordan leads the coverage, with analysis from Adam Enticknap and behind-the-scenes reporting from Leslie Mears.

Fans can also watch special Monster Jam Primetime marathons throughout Thanksgiving Day, Christmas Eve, and New Year's Eve.

What Is the Monster Jam Channel?

The Monster Jam Channel gives fans 24/7 access to a curated lineup spanning two decades of Monster Jam television. Programming includes current-season event replays, highlights, behind-the-scenes features and interviews with champion drivers. Select Monster Jam events will also stream live throughout the year.

From Stadiums and Arenas to Everywhere Fans Watch

First introduced in 1992, Monster Jam has grown into a global live-event and entertainment franchise, reaching fans in 32 countries and more than 70 international markets, with more than 4.5 million annual attendees. Monster Jam also connects with more than 11.13 million followers across its social channels. The Monster Jam Channel extends that reach by giving families and fans free, year-round access to Monster Jam content across connected-TV platforms.

Monster Jam Primetime Frequently Asked Questions

When does 2026 Monster Jam Primetime premiere?

2026 Monster Jam Primetime premieres Thursday, October 1, at 8 p.m. ET.

Where can viewers watch Monster Jam Primetime?

The series is available on the Monster Jam Channel through Amazon Prime Video, The Roku Channel, VIZIO WatchFree+, Pluto TV, LG Channels, Xumo Play, Plex, Local Now, and Rakuten TV, as well as the Monster Jam YouTube channel.

How many new episodes premiere each week?

Two new episodes premiere every Thursday.

What is Monster Jam Primetime about?

The weekly series features Monster Jam Racing, Skills and Freestyle highlights, analysis, behind-the-scenes updates and exclusive features.

Is Monster Jam Primetime free to watch?

Monster Jam Primetime is available through participating free ad-supported streaming television platforms. Platform availability may vary by device or market.

Where can fans find the complete Monster Jam Primetime schedule?

Fans can find the current episode schedule and viewing information at https://www.monsterjam.com/en-us/monster-jam-primetime/

About Monster Jam

Unexpected, unscripted and unforgettable, Monster Jam® features world-class athletes competing for championships on perfectly engineered dirt tracks that push evolving, state-of-the-art trucks to the limit. Beyond more than 350 global live events each year, the Monster Jam brand extends off the track through content, consumer products and merchandise that keep the excitement going year-round. For more information, visit MonsterJam.com.

About Feld Motor Sports

Feld Motor Sports Inc., a subsidiary of Feld Entertainment Inc., is a worldwide leader in producing and presenting specialized arena- and stadium-based motorsports entertainment. Properties include Monster Jam®, Monster Energy AMA Supercross and the SuperMotocross World Championship. Visit MonsterJam.com, SupercrossLIVE.com and FeldEntertainment.com for more information.

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Winter Fest OC Announces All-New Holiday Light Trail & Attraction Add-Ons Now Available

Holiday Light Trail Features Immersive Spectacles & Countless Photo Opportunities

COSTA MESA, Calif., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Winter Fest OC, Southern California's largest winter festival, returns to the OC Fair and Event Center on November 27 with enhanced attractions and immersive experiences, including an all-new holiday light trail. Entering its 12th year, Winter Fest OC brings the magic of the holiday season to Orange County, transforming the grounds into a winter wonderland filled with dazzling lights, real snow, exhilarating attractions and live entertainment for guests of all ages.

"The holiday season is all about creating special moments with the people you love, and we're excited to bring that magic to life once again," said Mark Entner, CEO of PSQ Productions. "This year, we've made Winter Fest OC even easier for families to experience with flexible admission passes, while continuing to grow and enhance the attractions our guests love. From our brand-new immersive Holiday Light Trail, featuring seven uniquely themed experiences created specifically for Winter Fest OC, to Bounce Land, an expanded Snow Play area, ice tubing down Snowflake Summit and live entertainment, there are more ways than ever to make lasting holiday memories together."

All-New Holiday Light Trail

The all-new holiday light trail brings another layer of holiday magic to Winter Fest OC, immersing attendees in twinkling lights and infinite holiday photo opportunities. Guests can wander through the dazzling Peppermint Tunnel, Singing Forest and Aurora Snowfall Walk before exploring the Light Field, Grand Cove and Evergreen Tunnel. The Grand Cove features colossal trees illuminated in radiant red and green lights, surrounded by a festive plaza filled with ornaments, a real pine forest and a stunning starfield that creates a magical backdrop at every turn. Entrance to the holiday light trail is open during normal operating hours and is included in general admission.

Attraction Add-Ons Now Available

Make the holiday season even more memorable at Winter Fest OC by choosing from a variety of add-on experiences to complement general admission:

- NEW - Bounce Land Pass: Enjoy even more air time in an all-new 20,000-square-foot Bounce Land with unlimited access to bouncing, climbing, obstacle courses, sliding and more. Each pass also includes Polar Putt Putt, a nine-hole mini golf adventure that puts an icy twist on a classic favorite.

- Unlimited Ice Skating: Lace up your skates for unlimited sessions on Southern California's largest outdoor ice rink, subject to session availability and rink capacity.

- Snowflake Summit Fast Pass: Upgrade your tubing experience with express access to the Snowflake Summit nine-lane ice tubing slide through a dedicated entrance to get more runs in during your visit.

VIP Experiences

- Fireside Private Igloos: Enjoy a cozy evening with friends and family at the Fireside Igloos. Each igloo includes comfortable seating for up to 10 people, a private fire pit and bar, an exclusive menu with craft cocktails and roasting s'mores, plus a breathtaking view of the holiday cheer all around.

- VIP Lounge: Available for Platinum Pass holders only, the VIP Lounge offers an exclusive space for attendees to experience the magic of Winter Fest OC with a dedicated bar.

Early Bird Ticket Pricing Through November 10

A variety of admission options are now available for purchase online at early bird prices through November 10. All passes are now Flex, allowing guests to purchase in advance and select their visit date at a later time. For guests looking to return throughout the season, the Season Pass offers an opportunity to experience Winter Fest OC again and again.

Visit www.WinterFestOC.com for more information and follow @WinterFestOC on TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, X and YouTube or search #WinterFestOC for the latest updates.

About Winter Fest OC

Winter Fest OC is Southern California's largest winter festival, transforming the OC Fair & Event Center in Costa Mesa, into a magical holiday destination filled with dazzling lights, real snow, festive entertainment and unforgettable winter experiences for guests of all ages. Returning November 27, 2026 through January 3, 2027, guests can enjoy the Snowflake Summit ice tubing slide, outdoor ice skating, visits with Santa, carnival rides and games, seasonal food and beverages, holiday photo opportunities, live entertainment and more. The 2026 season features enhanced guest experiences, more flexible ticket options, greater value and exciting new additions throughout the season.

About PSQ Productions

PSQ Productions is Orange County's leading event production and venue management company, specializing in large-scale concerts, festivals, professional sports, and immersive community experiences. Based in Irvine, PSQ brings more than 30 years of experience producing and hosting thousands of events across Southern California's most prominent venues and signature destinations.

Each year, PSQ Productions delivers more than 200 events that attract over 500,000 guests annually, combining creative vision, operational excellence, and deep industry relationships to create experiences that resonate with audiences, elevate brands, and strengthen community connections. In addition to producing major events, PSQ Productions manages two premier venues in Orange County: the 10,000-capacity Great Park Live amphitheater and the 5,000-capacity Championship Soccer Stadium, home of Orange County's only professional soccer team, Orange County Soccer Club.

For more information, visit psqproductions.com.

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Tanner Winterhof's Farm4Profit Media Wins Inaugural MACA Industry Impact Award

The crop protection industry's Midwest association gave its first-ever impact award to an independent podcast company operating out of a converted Casey's General Store.

SLATER, Iowa, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The Mid America CropLife Association has awarded its inaugural Industry Impact of the Year Award to Farm4Profit Media, the agricultural media company Tanner Winterhof co-founded and now leads as chief executive officer. MACA President Aaron Deardorff presented the award at the association's annual meeting in Omaha, Nebraska, on September 10, 2026.

According to MACA, the award recognizes an individual or group with "demonstrated, sustained impact on advancing agriculture across the Midwest through leadership, advocacy, innovation, education, public policy, communications, or industry collaboration." The association's criteria also call for a recipient recognized as "a trusted and influential voice for agriculture."

Farm4Profit Media reaches more than 400,000 followers and has generated over 111 million social media impressions, 59 million YouTube views and more than 6 million podcast downloads, according to MACA's announcement. The Farm4Profit Podcast ranks among Spotify's Top 1% of video podcasts and has featured hundreds of producers, innovators and industry leaders across more than 700 episodes.

MACA's criteria ask for reach and for trust. Tanner Winterhof came to agricultural media from agricultural banking. He spent his first 15 years reading farm financial statements for a living, as a loan officer and later a commercial banker in central Iowa, before co-founding Farm4Profit in 2014 and launching the podcast in June 2019 alongside co-hosts Corey Hillebo and David Whitaker. That background set the show's subject matter: working capital, cost per acre, interest expense and succession planning, handled as business questions rather than production ones. The team records at Studio 205, a production facility built inside a former Casey's General Store in Slater, a town of about 1,400.

"A farmer might not pull out his balance sheet at the coffee shop, but he'll sit down and talk about what worked, what didn't and what it cost him. The fact that the traditional ag industry is recognizing those conversations with an impact award tells you just how powerful this medium has become," said Tanner Winterhof, co-founder and chief executive officer, Farm4Profit Media. "This award says something bigger than just recognizing a podcast. It shows that agriculture has changed how it shares knowledge. Farmers are willing to have real conversations about money, mistakes and what's actually working, and those conversations are helping other farms make better decisions."

Much of the company's 2026 output came from the road rather than the studio. Its winter tour covered the U.S. Custom Harvesters convention, the New York Corn & Soybean Growers annual meeting, CattleCon in Nashville, the National Farm Machinery Show in Louisville and Commodity Classic in San Antonio, including an interview with the USDA undersecretary for farm production and conservation. The company has also used its audience for disaster response, raising $48,412 for Iowa and Nebraska tornado relief in 2024 and reorienting its coverage after the 2020 derecho that moved through central Iowa.

The Industry Impact of the Year Award is new this year, and Farm4Profit Media is its first recipient. MACA is a non-profit association of crop protection industry members across 13 Midwestern states, working on crop production research, health and safety, and public education.

About Farm4Profit Media

Farm4Profit Media is an agricultural media company headquartered in Slater, Iowa. Founded in 2014 and created by farmers for farmers, the company produces the Farm4Profit Podcast along with video, live events and marketing partnerships for agribusiness. Its programming focuses on farm profitability and business management. The company operates from Studio 205, its production facility in Slater. More at www.farm4profit.com.

About the Mid America CropLife Association

The Mid America CropLife Association is a non-profit association of crop protection industry members from 13 Midwestern states. MACA researches issues relating to crop production and works to improve the crop life cycle through health, safety and public education. More at www.maca.org.

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In HelloNation, Physical Therapy Expert Dr. J. Rashid Explains Why Prehab & Post-Surgical Rehab Are Both Critical for Full Recovery

TAYLOR, Mich., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- A HelloNation feature highlights expert insight from Dr. J. Rashid, Doctor of Physical Therapy and clinic director at Family Rehab Care, serving patients in Taylor, MI, and across the Downriver region. The article explains why recovery does not begin or end with surgery alone—and why both pre-operative and post-operative rehab are essential for lasting outcomes.

The article notes that many patients feel better after surgery and assume rehab is optional. In reality, surgery corrects structure, but physical therapy restores strength, mobility, stability, and function. Skipping rehab often leads to stiffness, weakness, compensation patterns, and avoidable setbacks months later.

The article highlights the growing importance of pre-operative rehab, or prehab, which helps patients improve strength and mobility before surgery while educating them on recovery expectations and prognosis. Patients who complete prehab often recover more efficiently after surgery and demonstrate better long-term outcomes.

Post-operative rehab focuses on restoring movement, rebuilding strength, and retraining coordination. Without it, muscles weaken quickly and the body compensates, shifting stress to other joints. Over time, these patterns can lead to new pain or injury.

The HelloNation feature also emphasizes the role of functional training in recovery. Rehab must reflect real-world demands, including job-specific tasks and physical workloads. For patients returning to demanding occupations, work hardening programs and Functional Capacity Evaluations (FCEs) help determine readiness and reduce reinjury risk.

In Downriver Michigan, rehab is viewed as a full continuum—from prehab, through post-operative recovery, to functional reintegration. The article explains that completing each phase improves confidence, durability, and long-term function.

The article concludes that skipping rehab may feel harmless in the moment, but the hidden costs often surface later. A structured, evidence-based rehab plan gives patients the best chance at lasting recovery and a confident return to the activities that matter most.

The HelloNation article, The Hidden Costs of Skipping Rehab After Surgery, features insights from Dr. J. Rashid, Physical Therapy Expert of Taylor, MI.

About HelloNation

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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Minnesota exterior remodeling contractor will open a new showroom featuring James Hardie siding, Marvin windows and doors, GAF roofing and TimberTech decking ahead of the 2027 spring remodeling season.

MAPLE GROVE, Minn., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Craftsman's Choice Inc., a Minnesota exterior remodeling contractor serving Twin Cities homeowners since 1998, has relocated its headquarters to 10550 County Road 81 in Maple Grove, Minnesota, where the company is building a new exterior remodeling showroom scheduled for completion in mid-February 2027.

The new location provides additional space for the Craftsman's Choice team and a showroom designed to help homeowners plan complete exterior renovations. When completed, the showroom will feature James Hardie® siding and trim, Marvin® windows and doors, GAF® roofing systems, TimberTech® decking and railing, and other exterior components.

"Our goal is to create a space where homeowners can visualize the entire exterior of their home before making these decisions," said Ben Juncker, owner and president of Craftsman's Choice. "A small siding, roofing or decking sample can only tell you so much. We want homeowners to see different siding profiles, colors, trim details, roofing, windows and decking together and get a much better sense of how the finished project will look."

A New Exterior Remodeling Showroom for the Twin Cities

Rather than relying primarily on traditional sample racks, the Maple Grove showroom is being designed around full-size exterior displays. Individual sections will demonstrate different siding profiles, colors and trim combinations, along with roofing, window, decking, railing, soffit and fascia options.

A large display area will also allow Craftsman's Choice project consultants to review project photographs, proposals and exterior design concepts with homeowners while having physical products and samples nearby.

Construction of the showroom is underway, with completion targeted for mid-February 2027, ahead of the spring remodeling season.

More Than 25 Years of James Hardie Siding Experience

Craftsman's Choice was founded in Minnesota in 1998 by experienced siding installers. The company became Minnesota's original James Hardie Preferred Remodeler in 2000 and today is a James Hardie Elite Alliance Contractor.

James Hardie siding remains a primary focus of the company, including complete siding replacements incorporating lap siding, board and batten, shakes, trim, soffit and fascia. Craftsman's Choice also installs Marvin windows and doors, GAF roofing and TimberTech decking.

From its new Maple Grove headquarters, Craftsman's Choice will continue serving homeowners throughout the Twin Cities metropolitan area. The Maple Grove location also serves as the company's Minnesota headquarters as Craftsman's Choice expands its operations in southeastern Wisconsin and the greater Milwaukee area.

Homeowners can learn more about Craftsman's Choice, view completed exterior remodeling projects and plan a future showroom visit at craftsmanschoice.com.

About Craftsman's Choice Inc.

Craftsman's Choice Inc. is a Minnesota exterior remodeling contractor founded in 1998. Based at 10550 County Road 81 in Maple Grove, Minnesota, the company specializes in James Hardie siding, Marvin windows and doors, GAF roofing, TimberTech decking and complete exterior renovations. Craftsman's Choice became Minnesota's original James Hardie Preferred Remodeler in 2000 and today is a James Hardie Elite Alliance Contractor.

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The recognition comes during equipifi's fastest stretch of growth, following its Series B raise.

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- equipifi®, the leading provider of bank-led Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) solutions, today announced it has been named a finalist for the Phoenix Business Journal's Best Places to Work in the Valley for the fourth consecutive year. Last year, the company placed second in the Extra Small category.

equipifi nearly doubled its headcount over the past twelve months, hiring across sales, customer success, product, and engineering to meet growing demand from banks and credit unions for BNPL they own and control. The hiring followed the company's Series B raise earlier this year and reshaped nearly every team.

"Companies find out what their culture is really made of when they scale it fast," said Bryce Deeney, Co-Founder and CEO of equipifi. "We nearly doubled the team this year, and earning this recognition in the middle of that tells me we're bringing in the right people. They've matched the pace we were already moving at and even pushed us forward. That's a testament to the culture we've built and the people we bring into it."

A finalist for a fourth consecutive year, equipifi has consistently earned this recognition during fast stretches of growth. In addition to team size, the company also grew BNPL transaction volume on its platform by 128% year over year, and expanded its platform's capabilities including enhanced underwriting and notifications.

"This was a year of growth, evolution, and lacing up our running shoes to move fast," said Marlowe Everett, VP of People at equipifi. "equipifi attracts exceptional people, and we're deliberate about how we hire, develop, and retain them. We look for people who want to build something meaningful and grow with the company, and once they join, they're given true ownership to create. With a values-based culture and a wildly talented team in place, we're set up for an even bigger year ahead."

equipifi's team brings together experience in banking, payments, commerce, and fintech, working across disciplines to redefine Buy Now, Pay Later as a product native to the banking experience. A finalist in the Extra Small category this year, equipifi will compete in the next size category in the coming year due to its rapid growth. Learn more about careers at equipifi at equipifi.com/careers.

About equipifi

equipifi is a fintech company that enables banks and credit unions to offer flexible payments and Buy Now, Pay Later as a native capability within their digital banking platforms. By embedding installment lending directly into the institutions consumers already trust, equipifi helps financial institutions deepen the banking relationship, grow their lending portfolio, and compete effectively in a payments landscape defined by evolving consumer expectations. Learn more at equipifi.com.

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ORLANDO, Fla., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- dōTERRA welcomed over 10,000 attendees, both in person and virtually, to its 2026 Global Convention, "Imagine," held September 23 to 26 in Orlando, Florida, marking the first time in company history the annual event has taken place outside of Salt Lake City. Over four days, Wellness Advocates gathered to celebrate achievement, deepen their understanding of Natural Intelligence, and connect as a global community.

"Imagine was an invitation to envision what's possible when trusted wellness solutions are combined with meaningful human connection," said Jonathan Johnson, President of dōTERRA. "From celebrating the achievements and service of our Wellness Advocates to unveiling new products and innovations, this year's Convention demonstrated the strength of what we can build together. As we look ahead, dōTERRA's future will be shaped by our shared commitment to listen, collaborate, and help the world heal, together."

The week began with a Recognition Gala honoring an exceptional year of achievement, followed by a Healing Hands Service Project, where attendees prepared more than 12,000 Days for Girls Kits for communities around the world, including Orlando.

Throughout the week, general sessions, TERRAtalks, and immersive experiences, including the dōTERRA Experience, Essential Oil Symposium, and Marketplace, brought the science behind essential oils to life. The final General Session celebrated rank advancements, community milestones, and personal stories of impact, closing with a challenge to turn inspiration into action.

Throughout Convention, dōTERRA introduced an exciting new lineup of products:

- Naio 5 mL Essential Oil

- InTune™ Focus Collection: 

- InTune™ Focus Blend 15 mL

- InTune™ Stick + Hiba Wood

- dōTERRA On Guard™ Stick + Echinacea

- Pocket Diffusers: 

- dōTERRA Breathe™

- dōTERRA On Guard™

- InTune™

- IKISE™ Skincare Collection: 

- Cleansing Balm

- Face Cleanser

- Toner Smooth & Rich

- Dual Serum Smooth & Rich

- Day & Night Face Cream

- Intensive Eye Cream

- Immortelle Essential Oil

To explore the full lineup and shop these new products, visit the dōTERRA New Products page.

Together, the event's experiences and innovations reflected dōTERRA's continued commitment to inspiring meaningful wellness for people and communities around the world.

About dōTERRA

dōTERRA International is an integrative health and wellness company and the world leader in the global aromatherapy and essential oils market. dōTERRA sources, tests, manufactures, and distributes CPTG Certified Pure Tested Grade® essential oils and essential oil products to over 10 million Wellness Advocates and customers. Through its new Wellness Made Simple program—dōTERRA's science-backed approach to laying a strong wellness foundation—the company empowers individuals to take charge of their health. Like and follow dōTERRA on Facebook and Instagram. Learn more at doTERRA.com.

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SACRAMENTO, Calif., Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- State Controller Malia M. Cohen published the 2025 self-reported payroll data for University of California (UC) institutions and California Community College Districts (CCD) on the Government Compensation in California website. The published data covers 451,244 positions, more than $34 billion in wages, and over $6 billion in retirement and health contributions. Total compensation exceeded $40.1 billion.

All 10 UC campuses and the Office of the President submitted complete reports. Their data covers 357,167 positions, more than $29.2 billion in wages, and nearly $4.5 billion in retirement and health contributions, for total compensation of over $33.7 billion. UC institutions have maintained a 100 percent reporting rate since joining the program as voluntary participants in reporting year 2013.

Thirty-six of the state's 73 CCD submitted complete reports. Their published data covers 94,077 positions, more than $4.8 billion in wages, and over $1.5 billion in retirement and health contributions, for total compensation of more than $6.3 billion. Twenty-six districts did not file a report, and eleven submitted incomplete reports.

"Our public colleges and universities open doors to opportunity, and Californians deserve to know how public dollars support that work," said Controller Cohen. "I appreciate the University of California's continued commitment to complete reporting and encourage every community college district to do the same. When every institution participates, the public can see the full investment in the people who keep our campuses running and help our students succeed."

Among the UC campuses, UCLA reported the most positions at 74,519, followed by UC San Diego at 54,598. Of the CCD with published data, Los Angeles Community College District reported the most positions at 11,182, followed by Los Rios Community College District at 7,154.

The UC data also shows that 42 of the 50 highest-paid employees worked in the medical field. Among the 15 highest-paid employees, nine worked in medicine and six in athletics. The average wages of the 10 highest-paid UC employees rose by more than 17 percent over five years, from $3.14 million in 2021 to $3.69 million in 2025.

California law requires cities, counties, and special districts to report compensation data annually to the State Controller's Office (SCO). The SCO also publishes payroll data for state departments and California State University and solicits voluntary reports from other public entities, including UC institutions and CCD.

The Government Compensation in California website allows the public to search pay and benefit information by employer and job title, view results by region, and export data and custom reports.

As the chief fiscal officer of the fourth-largest economy in the world, California State Controller Malia M. Cohen independently oversees and manages the state's financial resources with integrity and transparency to build trust. Controller Cohen is responsible for accountability and disbursement of the state's financial resources. She has independent auditing authority over government agencies that spend state funds. The Controller is a member of numerous financing authorities, and fiscal and financial oversight entities including the Franchise Tax Board. She also serves on the boards for the nation's two largest public pension funds. Follow the California State Controller's Office on X, Facebook, and YouTube at @CAController and on Instagram at @CaliforniaController.

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NEW YORK, Oct. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a nationally recognized investor-rights law firm, announces that a class action lawsuit has been filed against Fluence Energy, Inc (NASDAQ: FLNC) and certain of its officers.

This lawsuit seeks to recover damages against Defendants for alleged violations of the federal securities laws on behalf of all persons and entities that purchased or otherwise acquired Fluence Energy securities between November 24, 2025 and September 16, 2026, both dates inclusive (the "Class Period"). Such investors are encouraged to join this case by visiting the firm's site: bgandg.com/cases/fluence-energy-inc-flnc-class_action_lawsuit.

Fluence Energy Case Details

The Complaint alleges that throughout the Class Period, Defendants made materially false and/or misleading statements and/or failed to disclose that:

(1) Fluence Energy's ability to deliver its backlog and recognize the revenue underlying its fiscal 2026 guidance depended on new contract manufacturing facilities, including facilities that were not completed, not operational, and/or not capable of producing at the volumes the guidance assumed;

(2) the corrective measures Fluence Energy had implemented to address production problems at its contract manufacturers were not remediating those problems, which persisted and extended to Fluence Energy's new facilities;

(3) as a result, a material portion of the backlog that defendants represented as "securing" or "covering" Fluence Energy's fiscal 2026 revenue guidance were likely to be delivered and recognized in fiscal 2026; and

(4) as a result of the foregoing, defendants' positive statements about Fluence Energy's business, operations, and prospects were materially misleading and/or lacked a reasonable basis.

What's Next for Fluence Energy Investors?

A class action lawsuit has already been filed. If you wish to review a copy of the Complaint, you can visit the firm's site: bgandg.com/cases/fluence-energy-inc-flnc-class_action_lawsuit. or you may contact Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or his Client Relations Manager, Nathan Miller, of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC at 917-590-0911. If you suffered a loss in Fluence Energy you have until November 30, 2026, to request that the Court appoint you as lead plaintiff. Your ability to share in any recovery doesn't require that you serve as lead plaintiff.

No Cost to Fluence Energy Investors

We, Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman LLC, represent investors in class actions on a contingency fee basis. That means we will ask the court to reimburse us for out-of-pocket expenses and attorneys' fees, usually a percentage of the total recovery, only if we are successful.

Why Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC for Fluence Energy Securities Class Action?

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC is a nationally recognized firm that represents investors in securities fraud class actions and shareholder derivative suits. Our firm has recovered hundreds of millions of dollars for investors nationwide. More at www.bgandg.com

"Our practice centers on restoring investor capital and ensuring corporate accountability, which serves to uphold the essential integrity of the marketplace," said Peretz Bronstein, Founding Partner of Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC.

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Contact Info

Peretz Bronstein, Esq. or Nathan Miller

Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC

917-590-0911 | [email protected]

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