- Special Launch: $396 — 56% OFF — limited to just 5 spots, first come, first served

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- FREE BougeRV T1 Camping Light, valued at $84.99, for the first 50 backers

"An outdoor day should start with freedom, not struggle," said Kane, a BougeRV spokesperson. "Too often, getting to the beach, campsite, or park means dragging a fully loaded wagon through soft sand, rough ground, and long distances. DuneRover was born from a simple question: What if carrying everything you need could feel as easy as enjoying the destination?"

ENGINEERED AS A COMPLETE SYSTEM

Built with an automotive-grade V-model framework and structured integrated product development process, DuneRover was engineered from concept and system design through validation and production readiness with a focus on performance, reliability, safety, and user experience. Its modular UPP platform integrates the powertrain, drive system, and control architecture into one cohesive system.

POWER MEETS EFFORTLESS CONTROL

An 880W peak battery output powers two brushless geared motors delivering 66 N•m of combined torque, tuned for oversized beach wheels. Its 12 × 4-inch low-density PU foam drive wheels are 100% airless and flat-free, while a force-sensing control system translates every push or pull into smooth, stepless assistance.

For added freedom, users can undock the wireless remote from the handle and control the wagon from up to 328 feet away. Through the BougeRV App, users can monitor real-time status, control key functions, and customize dynamic ambient lighting.

BUILT FOR REAL OUTDOOR ADVENTURES

DuneRover offers up to 5 miles of range from its 24,000mAh (88.8Wh) battery, supports up to 100W smart solar charging through an MPPT regulator, and features IPX6 water resistance. With a 330-lb maximum load and more than 162 QT of capacity, its foldable frame can carry bulky gear while remaining easy to store. The detachable battery can also serve as a portable power bank for other devices.

AVAILABILITY

BougeRV DuneRover is available now on Kickstarter: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/2008380622/bougerv-dunerover-all-new-electric-beach-wagon?ref=buqupd

ABOUT BOUGERV

Created by outdoor adventure enthusiasts, BougeRV is dedicated to providing ultimate outdoor living solutions. From portable fridges and air conditioners to flexible solar panels, power stations, and camping wagons, BougeRV empowers campers, RVers, and off-grid explorers to live comfortably anywhere.

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OCEANSIDE, Calif., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Kindred Bravely, a leading maternity and nursing intimates brand, launches BareBond™, the first nursing bra collection built with true bonded, no-sew construction in cotton and powered by patent-pending SoftFuse™ technology — a breakthrough that reasserts Kindred Bravely's role as the category's leading innovator for breastfeeding moms.

"Breastfeeding moms have always had to choose between comfort and support. We built BareBond™ to close that gap, and to prove a nursing bra doesn't have to sacrifice style to do its job well," said Carrie Welch, CEO of Kindred Bravely. "Bonded construction in cotton is a first for this category, and it's the biggest leap we've made in a decade of designing for pregnant, nursing, and pumping moms. Once she puts it on, it will become the bra she reaches for every single day."

A First for the Category

Nursing bras have long been engineered for function alone. BareBond™ was built to prove that support and beauty can exist in the same bra. Its bonded, no-sew construction eliminates wires and traditional seams entirely, creating a truly seamless shape that sits naturally against the body — refined, considered, and unmistakably feminine, without sacrificing support. Scalloped edging adds to the collection's elevated feel, proof that a bra built for function doesn't have to look like one. Patent-pending SoftFuse™ technology provides strategically placed ribbing for targeted support and lift, keeping the bra lightweight and shaped, not simply held together.

The result is a bra built from breathable cotton, designed to adapt to a body that's constantly changing — through pregnancy, postpartum, and everyday motherhood — without losing its shape or support. Nursing clips are built into every bra style, offering quick, one-handed access without disrupting the bra's clean silhouette.

Introducing the BareBond™ Collection

BareBond™ launches as a complete system, not a single product. The collection includes three bra silhouettes, each made with bonded construction, plus matching seamless underwear crafted using that same cotton bonding process. Every piece is available in coordinating shades for effortless mixing and matching.

For more than a decade, Kindred Bravely has built its name by listening to what breastfeeding moms actually need and designing for it directly. BareBond™ is the clearest expression yet of that mission, proof that a brand built on solving real problems is also capable of leading the category forward in design.

View the full collection here: https://www.kindredbravely.com/collections/barebond-cotton-collection

About Kindred Bravely

Kindred Bravely is a leading maternity and nursing apparel brand creating thoughtfully designed essentials for pregnancy, postpartum, and motherhood. The brand combines comfort, function, and style to create products that support women through every stage of their motherhood journeys.

For more information, visit https://www.kindredbravely.com/

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ARLINGTON, Va., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The ALS Association celebrates today's news that ulefnersen, an investigational antisense therapy for people with FUS-ALS, met its primary endpoint in the Phase 3 FUSION trial. Ulefnersen is now the second antisense therapy, after Qalsody (tofersen) for SOD1-ALS, to show it can change the course of a genetic form of ALS, raising hope that this approach can be used to treat more types of the disease. The ALS Association was an early funder of antisense research in ALS, taking a chance on the technology two decades ago, before it had ever been tried in neurodegenerative disease.

The drug's developers, Otsuka and Ionis, reported that ulefnersen significantly improved a combined measure of function and survival compared to placebo, with supporting results on key secondary measures and a favorable safety profile.

This is the first placebo-controlled trial to show that targeting the genetic cause of FUS-ALS can change the course of the disease. FUS-ALS is rare, but it is the most common cause of juvenile ALS, and it often progresses quickly in young people. Until now, these families have had no treatment designed for them.

"Today's results happened because of an amazing young woman named Jaci Hermstad, her family and a community that refused to accept that a rare form of ALS was too rare to treat," said Calaneet Balas, president and CEO of the ALS Association. "We are fighting for families affected by this especially cruel type of ALS and we hope today's news provides encouragement. We are proud that ALS Association donors helped make the early work possible, and we will keep pushing for a fast, thorough regulatory review."

Jaci Hermstad was a young woman living with FUS-ALS whose advocacy helped launch the research, and for whom the drug was first named jacifusen. When the early clinical work at Columbia University ran short of resources, the ALS Association partnered with Project ALS to fund it, and later supported the expanded access program led by Columbia's Dr. Neil Shneider that treated additional people with FUS-ALS. Those early results, including one participant who regained the ability to walk and breathe on her own, helped pave the way for the global Phase 3 trial.

Today, we are thinking of Jaci, who died in 2020, and of her family. Her courage in facing this disease, and her determination to help others who would come after her, made this day possible.

Ulefnersen is not yet approved. The ALS Association urges Otsuka, Ionis, and the FDA to move with the urgency these results demand, including priority review and broad access for people living with FUS-ALS while the therapy is under review. We will continue to advocate for timely access and will share updates with the community as they become available.

About the ALS Association

The ALS Association is the largest philanthropic funder of ALS research in the world. The Association funds global research collaborations, assists people with ALS and their families through its nationwide network of care and certified clinical care centers, and advocates for better public policies for people with ALS. The ALS Association is working to make ALS a livable disease while urgently searching for new treatments and a cure. For more information about the ALS Association, visit our website at als.org.

About ALS

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects nerve cells in the brain and spinal cord. Over the course of the disease, people lose the ability to move, to speak, and eventually, to breathe. The disease is always fatal, usually within five years of diagnosis. Few treatment options exist, resulting in a high unmet need for new therapies to address functional deficits and disease progression.

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100 consecutive orthopedic cases demonstrate the use of force-modulating tissue bridges across ACL, knee, shoulder, elbow and ankle procedures.

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- BRIJ Medical today announced the publication of a new 100-case clinical study evaluating Brijjit® Force-Modulating Tissue Bridges for postoperative incision management in sports medicine. Published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Experience & Innovation, the retrospective study reports zero (0) documented cases of wound dehiscence, delayed healing, surgical site infection, allergic dermatitis, adhesive-related skin injury or wound-related reoperation across 100 consecutive outpatient procedures.

Study Design:

The study was designed to address a practical clinical question: Can postoperative incision management help avoid the allergic skin reactions associated with cyanoacrylate closure while supporting the incision during early healing and patient movement?

Traditional closure brings the skin edges together—but what happens to the incision after the patient leaves the OR?

Conducted by John A. Grotting, MD, and Ege Karadag, the study evaluated 100 consecutive sports medicine procedures performed by a single surgeon between January 2023 and December 2025. Brijjits were used to provide tension reduction and wound support across multiple procedures and anatomical sites, including the knee, shoulder, and elbow.

Orthopedic incisions face a unique challenge: they are healing while patients are already moving. Brijjit is designed to actively offload tension by up to 100%, helping address the mechanical forces placed on the incision during early recovery and range of motion.

"We've traditionally focused on how to close an incision," said Dr. Grotting. "The next question is what happens to that incision once the patient starts moving. Force-modulating tissue bridges give us a non-invasive way to actively offload tension and address the mechanical forces acting on a healing incision while maintaining the surgical and rehabilitation protocols we already use. It's an easy-to-use insurance policy that secures my work and helps my patients heal beautifully."

Study Findings: Zero documented wound or adhesive-related complications

Across the 100 cases, the study reported no documented allergic dermatitis, wound dehiscence, delayed healing, surgical site infection, mechanical skin reaction or wound-related reoperation. The findings provide an early clinical experience supporting the feasibility of force-modulating incision management in outpatient sports medicine and orthopedic surgery.

Patients generally tolerated Brijjit well, with no reported restriction in range of motion or need to modify postoperative bracing or rehabilitation protocols. Two early device detachments occurred during the learning curve, neither resulting in complications nor disruption to rehabilitation.

Growing clinical evidence

The publication adds to BRIJ Medical's growing body of clinical experience with Brijjit and expands its evidence base into sports medicine and orthopedic incision management.

"Research is at the heart of what we're doing," said Dr. Felmont "Monte" Eaves, Founder and Chief Medical Officer at BRIJ Medical. "We're deeply committed to studying these technologies and continuing to build the evidence around them, and the data coming forward is increasingly validating what we're seeing clinically. There's much more to learn—and much more data to come. It's an exciting time for this technology and for the patients and surgeons we're committed to helping."

The full study, "Force-Modulating Tissue Bridges in Sports Medicine Incision Management: A First 100-Case Experience Evaluating Allergic Reactions and Postoperative Complications," is published in Volume 7, Issue 2 of the Journal of Orthopaedic Experience & Innovation.

Publication of the study in JOEI does not imply endorsement of, or recommendation for, any specific product or technology referenced in the study.

Citation: Grotting, John A, and Ege Karadag. 2026. "Force-Modulating Tissue Bridges in Sports Medicine Incision Management: A First 100-Case Experience Evaluating Allergic Reactions and Postoperative Complications." Journal of Orthopaedic Experience & Innovation 7 (2). https://doi.org/10.60118/001c.165283.

ABOUT BRIJ MEDICAL

BRIJ Medical is advancing wound closure with technologies designed to help patients and surgeons achieve better outcomes at every stage of healing.

Our portfolio is designed to seal incisions, protect outcomes, offload tension, and heal with confidence. BRIJ-SEAL™ is a hypoallergenic, advanced wound sealant that provides a 14-day bacterial barrier, helping protect the incision during the critical early healing period. Brijjit® is an active tension offloading device clinically shown to eliminate up to 100% of incision tension, reduce wound breakdown by 90%*, and reduce scar area by 38%.*

Trusted by surgeons across the U.S. and Canada, BRIJ Medical brings greater control to incision closure—and greater confidence to healing.

Learn more at www.BRIJmedical.com.

*Clinical data available on BRIJ Medical's website: Clinical Evidence – BRIJ Medical

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PatchBoyz Asbestos Removal : Nearly 60% of Ottawa Homes Were Built by 1990, Keeping Asbestos Risk in Focus for Renovations

Statistics Canada counts 243,080 of Ottawa's 407,250 occupied private dwellings as built in 1990 or earlier, while Health Canada says asbestos was commonly used in buildings before 1990.

OTTAWA, ON, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- PatchBoyz Asbestos Removal has published a housing-age analysis showing that a substantial majority of Ottawa's occupied private dwellings date to the period when asbestos was commonly used in building materials. Statistics Canada's 2021 Census counts 243,080 of Ottawa's 407,250 occupied private dwellings as built in 1990 or earlier, equal to 59.7%. The overlap between Ottawa's aging housing stock and the historical asbestos-use era makes asbestos screening relevant to a large share of renovation, alteration, and demolition projects involving older properties. According to Health Canada's asbestos-in-the-home guidance (published March 19, 2026), asbestos was mainly used in buildings and homes before 1990 for insulation, fireproofing, and noise reduction, and may remain in materials including cement and plaster, floor and ceiling tiles, insulation, and furnaces or heating systems.

Health Canada confirms that asbestos was mainly used in buildings and homes before 1990 for insulation, fireproofing, and noise reduction, and may remain in materials including cement and plaster, floor and ceiling tiles, insulation, and furnaces or heating systems.

The release frames asbestos risk not as a certainty but as a screening concern: the construction period indicates which homes might warrant assessment before disturbance work occurs. According to Ontario Regulation 278/05, owners must have an asbestos examination and report prepared before requesting tenders or arranging for demolition, alteration, or repair work that can potentially disturb suspect material. The requirement applies to both friable and non-friable asbestos-containing materials.

Ottawa's Housing Stock and the Asbestos-Use Era

PatchBoyz analyzed Statistics Canada's 2021 Census data to understand how much of Ottawa's housing stock overlaps the historical period when asbestos was commonly used. Based on Statistics Canada's 2021 Census Profile for Ottawa, analyzing occupied private dwellings by construction period, the analysis sums construction-period bands to calculate housing age and the share of dwellings built in 1990 or earlier. Of 407,250 occupied private dwellings in Ottawa, 64,815 were built in 1960 or earlier, 115,070 from 1961 to 1980, and 63,195 from 1981 to 1990. The cumulative figure of 243,080 dwellings (59.7%) was built in 1990 or earlier. According to Statistics Canada's 2021 Census, 179,885 dwellings (44.2% of Ottawa's occupied private housing) were built in 1980 or earlier, capturing the peak decades of asbestos use in North American construction.

Housing age alone does not confirm asbestos presence. The Census measures the construction period, not building materials. However, the statistical overlap between Ottawa's older housing stock and Health Canada's identified asbestos-use era creates a practical screening signal for property owners planning renovation or demolition work.

Health Canada's current guidance identifies possible asbestos-containing materials, including cement and plaster, building insulation, floor and ceiling tiles, siding, and furnaces or heating systems. The City of Ottawa's 2026 emergency-repair guidance advises that properties built before 1990 may contain asbestos and recommends checking with a professional before repair or demolition work, reinforcing this local relevance and tying asbestos screening to real renovation situations.

Regulatory Requirements and Renovation Process

Ontario's regulatory framework makes asbestos assessment a mandatory first step before certain construction work. Ontario Regulation 278/05 (current regulation) requires owners to have an asbestos examination and report prepared before arranging for demolition, alteration, or repair work that may disturb material likely to contain asbestos. The regulation applies to friable and non-friable materials and covers a broad range of circumstances where suspect materials might be handled or removed. The regulation defines a building to include electrical, plumbing, heating, and air-handling equipment, including rigid ductwork, making asbestos screening relevant not only to walls and ceilings but also to HVAC-related materials and vents.

The practical consequence is clear: property owners should identify and assess asbestos before renovation begins rather than discovering suspect material mid-project. Assessment costs less than emergency remediation or project delays. The timing also allows property owners to coordinate with specialists experienced in both abatement and subsequent restoration, reducing the need to hire separate contractors for removal and repair phases.

Federal prohibition of new asbestos use provides important context. Canada's Prohibition of Asbestos and Products Containing Asbestos Regulations (Environment and Climate Change Canada, December 30, 2018) prohibit the import, sale, and use of asbestos and asbestos-containing products. However, the ban applies only to new materials; asbestos already installed in older buildings remains present and poses disturbance risk during renovation, alteration, or demolition work.

Materials and Areas at Risk

The target materials for Ottawa renovation and demolition projects align closely with Health Canada's guidance and the client's service focus. According to Health Canada's asbestos-in-the-home guidance (published March 19, 2026), possible asbestos-containing materials include cement and plaster, building insulation, floor and ceiling tiles, siding, and furnaces or heating systems.

Popcorn or stipple ceilings installed before 1990 may contain asbestos. Drywall joint compound, also called "mud," used in older homes, may contain asbestos. Floor and ceiling tiles installed before the 1990s commonly include asbestos-containing materials in older homes. Plaster in walls and around pipes, insulation materials, including loose-fill insulation and pipe wrap, may contain asbestos. Heating and air-handling systems, including furnaces, ductwork, and floor or ceiling vents, may have asbestos-containing materials or insulation.

The multi-material scope makes pre-project assessment essential. A single renovation may involve multiple material types, each requiring different handling and disposal protocols. Coordination between asbestos assessment, abatement, and restoration simplifies the process and reduces the risk of missed exposures.

Why Assessment Before Disturbance Matters: Project Planning and Safety

Asbestos assessment before renovation is a regulatory requirement and a practical planning tool. According to Ontario Regulation 278/05 (current regulation), before arranging for demolition, alteration, or repair work, owners must have an asbestos examination and report prepared. Early identification prevents mid-project discoveries that halt work, delay timelines, and inflate costs. The assessment clarifies which materials contain asbestos, their condition, and the safe removal scope required under Ontario regulation.

Canada's federal asbestos prohibition took effect in 2018, but legacy materials still remain in older buildings. Once asbestos is identified, contractors plan removal and disposal, protecting workers and occupants. For older Ottawa homes involving drywall, plaster, ceilings, or HVAC work, assessment typically costs far less than emergency remediation or project delays caused by undiscovered suspect material.

The standard workflow is assess before disturbance, remove asbestos safely per regulation, then restore surfaces. Coordinating assessment, abatement, and restoration through one contractor eliminates scheduling gaps and ensures consistency.

The Coordination Advantage

PatchBoyz's positioning combines asbestos abatement with drywall, plaster, and ceiling restoration. According to Health Canada's asbestos guidance (published March 19, 2026), proper coordination between assessment, removal, and restoration is essential for protecting workers and occupants.

The operational model allows property owners to coordinate assessment, abatement, and post-removal finishing through a single contractor relationship, reducing coordination complexity and project duration. After asbestos removal, the same team can restore affected surfaces to finished condition, avoiding gaps between specialist disciplines. This acceleration reduces overall project cost, minimizes occupant disruption, and ensures consistent quality standards throughout assessment, removal, and restoration.

Methodology

PatchBoyz analyzed Statistics Canada's 2021 Census Profile for Ottawa by construction period, summing dwellings built in 1990 or earlier to calculate the 59.7% figure. Health Canada's asbestos guidance and Ontario Regulation 278/05 provide regulatory context. Building age does not confirm asbestos presence; professional assessment is required.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a home built before 1991 automatically contain asbestos?

PatchBoyz notes that Statistics Canada's housing-age data measures construction period, not building materials. While 59.7% of Ottawa homes were built in 1990 or earlier, overlapping Health Canada's identified asbestos-use era, that statistic does not mean asbestos is present in any specific property. Health Canada states that older materials may contain asbestos, but actual presence requires appropriate professional assessment or testing. Age is a screening signal, not proof.

Which materials in an older Ottawa home may contain asbestos?

PatchBoyz and Health Canada identify multiple possible materials: cement and plaster, floor and ceiling tiles, insulation, siding, and furnaces or heating systems.

GOOLOO Launches A9 Ultra, a 4-in-1 Emergency Power System for Road, RV and Off-Road Travel

New A9 Ultra combines powerful jump starting, smart tire inflation, 100W fast charging and emergency lighting in one portable system, ahead of its October trackside appearance at Glen Helen Raceway

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- GOOLOO, a global brand in portable vehicle emergency power solutions, today announced the launch of the GOOLOO A9 Ultra Jump Starter with Air Compressor, a new all-in-one emergency power system designed to help drivers handle more roadside situations with a single device.

Built around GOOLOO's TOOLCORE® all-in-one platform, the A9 Ultra combines four essential roadside functions — jump starting, tire inflation, portable fast charging and emergency lighting — in one compact system. Designed for everyday vehicles as well as trucks, RVs and off-road travel, the A9 Ultra expands GOOLOO's A-series into more demanding driving and adventure scenarios.

The A9 Ultra is now available for sale through GOOLOO's official website: https://us.gooloo.com/products/a9-ultra-jump-starter, customers can receive $10 off the regular price of $199.99 by using promo code A9RED10.

The launch also builds on GOOLOO's growing presence in off-road motorsports through its partnership with AMSOIL Championship Off-Road and Ryan Beat Motorsports. The A9 Ultra is scheduled to appear trackside at Glen Helen Raceway on October 2–3, bringing GOOLOO's newest emergency power system into an environment where vehicle preparation, reliability and self-sufficiency matter every race weekend.

"With the A9 Ultra, we wanted to go beyond solving a single roadside problem," said Michael, General Manager at GOOLOO. "Drivers may need to restart a battery, restore tire pressure, power a device or work safely after dark — sometimes on the same trip. The A9 Ultra brings those capabilities together in one system, giving drivers a simpler way to stay prepared whether they're commuting, traveling by RV or heading off-road."

One Tool for More Roadside Situations

The A9 Ultra starts with two problems that can quickly bring a trip to a stop: a dead battery and low tire pressure.

Powered by GOOLOO's JUMPCORE® starting system, the A9 Ultra delivers up to 6000A peak current and is designed to start a wide range of 12V vehicles, including gasoline engines and diesel engines up to 12.0L. A dedicated BOOST mode provides additional starting support for deeply discharged batteries.

Alongside jump starting, the A9 Ultra integrates a 160 PSI tire inflator designed for both everyday tire maintenance and roadside emergencies. Smart preset modes and automatic shutoff allow drivers to set a target pressure and let the system stop automatically once the desired pressure is reached.

For drivers towing, traveling by RV or heading off-road, combining these two functions in one portable tool can reduce the amount of emergency equipment that needs to be carried while providing greater independence when immediate roadside assistance is not available.

Powered by TOOLCORE®

At the heart of the A9 Ultra is TOOLCORE®, GOOLOO's approach to bringing multiple vehicle emergency functions together in one integrated system.

Beyond jump starting and tire inflation, the A9 Ultra incorporates a 27,000mAh / 99.9Wh portable power bank with 100W bidirectional USB-C fast charging. It can provide high-speed charging for compatible phones, laptops, tablets, cameras and other mobile electronics while traveling.

The same 100W charging capability can recharge the A9 Ultra itself in approximately 1.5 hours, helping drivers restore the unit quickly between trips or after emergency use.

A built-in 400-lumen LED light with SOS functionality provides additional visibility for nighttime roadside stops, repairs and emergency signaling.

Together, the A9 Ultra is built around four straightforward needs: Jump. Inflate. Charge. Illuminate.

The system is also backed by GOOLOO's SUPERSAFE® protection technology, designed to help protect the vehicle and user against common electrical risks including reverse polarity, short circuits, overcurrent, overvoltage and overheating.

From Everyday Roads to Off-Road Racing

The A9 Ultra arrives as GOOLOO continues to strengthen its connection with the off-road and motorsports community.

Through its 2026 partnership with Ryan Beat Motorsports and AMSOIL Championship Off-Road, GOOLOO has brought its vehicle emergency products into an environment built around race vehicles, trucks, trailers, support equipment and long-distance travel.

The A9 Ultra takes GOOLOO's all-in-one roadside concept further, with greater starting capability, higher-pressure tire inflation and faster portable charging designed for larger vehicles and more demanding travel.

Its October appearance at Glen Helen will give racers, crews and off-road fans an opportunity to see GOOLOO's newest emergency power system in a real motorsports environment.

"The GOOLOO A9 Ultra is one of those tools I always want with us at the track," said Ryan Beat. "With all the vehicles we have, you never know what you're going to run into, and having something compact and reliable that can jump start, inflate a tire and provide portable power makes a huge difference. It's become something we rely on throughout a race weekend."

A9 Ultra at a Glance:

- 6000A JUMPCORE® starting power for a broad range of 12V vehicles

- 160 PSI smart tire inflation with presets and automatic shutoff

- 27,000mAh portable power with 100W bidirectional USB-C fast charging

- 400-lumen emergency lighting with SOS mode

- TOOLCORE® all-in-one functionality with SUPERSAFE® protection

About GOOLOO

GOOLOO develops portable vehicle emergency power and automotive utility products designed to help drivers stay prepared and keep moving. Its portfolio includes jump starters, jump starter and tire inflator combinations, portable inflators, vehicle diagnostic products and other automotive tools focused on practical performance, portability and ease of use.

In 2026, GOOLOO expanded its motorsports presence through partnerships with AMSOIL Championship Off-Road and Ryan Beat Motorsports, connecting its automotive emergency products with off-road racing, road travel and outdoor adventure.

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FOND DU LAC, Wis., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Customers and community members are invited to tour the facility, meet leading automation partners, and see technology in action on Thursday, October 8, 2026.

iAutomation, a division of CAS Holdings, will host "iAutomation Unlocked," a free open house at its Fond du Lac facility on Thursday, October 8, 2026. The event invites customers, partners, and the local community to tour the plant, see the automation solutions in action, and meet the industry-leading partners iAutomation works with every day.

Event details

- Date: Thursday, October 8, 2026

- Time: 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.

- Location: iAutomation, 130 East Larsen Drive, Fond du Lac, WI 54937

- What to expect: guided facility tours throughout the day, hands-on time with featured automation partners, lunch, and giveaways

- Cost: free and open to attendees; RSVP requested

Attendees will have the chance to meet representatives from four of the automation industry's leading brands, all on-site for the event: EXM, Weidmüller, Doosan, and B&R. Each partner will be on hand to demonstrate equipment and answer questions, giving visitors a firsthand look at the technology behind iAutomation's integration and panel-building work. iAutomation will also be showcasing our partnerships with 80/20 and ABB Drives.

"iAutomation Wisconsin has been an important part of our growth. We're excited to open our doors and give our customers and partners a closer look at what we do every day," said Patrick McDermott, CEO of iAutomation. "Events like this are a great way to celebrate the relationships that make our work possible and show off the technology that's shaping the future of automation."

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WASHINGTON, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Fighting Medicare fraud is everyone's business. That's the message that the Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) wants older adults and caregivers to remember this September, which is National Healthcare Fraud Prevention and Awareness Month. And to help, download two free mobile applications from the SMP Resource Center.

SMP Fraud Busters is an interactive, educational game designed to teach users how to prevent, detect, and report healthcare fraud and scams. Players navigate a "day in the life" of a person encountering phone, email, and in-person scams, all while earning badges and exposing fraudsters. "This is a great way to protect people using Medicare," one player said, adding, "I feel better informed, safer."

The SMP Medicare Tracker app offers a way to help people with Medicare to track what happens at medical appointments. Comparing these details to what appears on their claims and bills can help prevent and detect fraud, errors, or abuse. The app also gives users information and news on the latest scams and a way to report possible fraud.

"A lot of people don't realize that protecting your Medicare information is as important as protecting your bank cards or Social Security number," said Brandy Bauer, director of the SMP Resource Center. "These two apps can help you discover how keep your Medicare identity secure and have fun learning how to stop fraudsters in their tracks."

Both SMP Fraud Busters and the SMP Medicare Tracker can be downloaded for free from Apple and Google Play stores, or by visiting smpresource.org/app.

With programs in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, Guam, and the U.S. Virgin Islands, SMP provides free, unbiased one-on-one assistance to Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers. Local SMP team members help people identify potential fraud, review billing concerns, and report suspected scams to the appropriate agencies.

Visit the SMP Resource Center for tips on preventing fraud, information about recent scams, and help finding your local SMP program.

About Senior Medicare Patrol

Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP) is a national program administered by the Administration for Community Living, an operating division of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. SMP empowers and assists Medicare beneficiaries, their families, and caregivers, to prevent, detect, and report suspected health care fraud, errors, and abuse through outreach, counseling, and education. For more information on the program's history, funding, and outcomes, visit ACL.gov.

Media Contact:

Brandy Bauer, Director, SMP Resource Center

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Featuring direct computer control and universal skills compatibility, OS3 is the agentic operating system built to do it all.

SANTA MONICA, Calif., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- rabbit, a pioneer in consumer-level agentic AI, today announced the general release of OS3, an agentic operating system. Built around a single chat interface as its primary entry point, OS3 changes how people work with their devices. A user states an outcome, and the system works out the rest by reasoning with connected AI models and whatever else the task calls for: the web, services already in use, or connected devices.

OS3 runs in the cloud, but connects to and operates devices through the rabbit agent, which installs with a single command. One account can be connected to up to five devices, and OS3 determines where each task runs (on a single device, or across several), moving work between them as the task requires, along with pulling any needed files, applications, and skills.

One Identity Across Every Screen

The entirety of OS3 is built upon a unified user identity that puts an end to isolated accounts and fragmented chat threads, enabling:

- Multi-Device Orchestration: Instead of forcing users to choose between performing a task on a local PC, cloud VM, or dedicated AI computer, OS3 determines the optimal device (or combination of devices) automatically before executing.

- One Continuous Conversation: With OS3, there is no session list or individual threads to manage, and in their place is a single, linear conversation. OS3 keeps track of past outputs and recalls what the user has told it before, all while continually working in the background.

Powerful and Open, By Design

OS3 is open at every layer that matters: the model it runs on, the skills it can use, and the devices it can reach. This flexibility unlocks:

- "Bring Your Own Key" Flexibility: Users can power OS3 interchangeably with API keys from the latest models of frontier AI labs, cloud router platforms or locally hosted models. Users can also swap models without affecting context, memory, or skills.

- Universal Skill Compatibility: Every skill, published anywhere, is now something that OS3 can do. Just copy the skill's URL, paste it into the chat, and OS3 will set it up without requiring command line prompts or additional configuration files.

- Direct Computer Control & Autonomous Coding: OS3 fuses the capabilities of an LLM with the power of coding and personal agents. Using rabbit's DLAM technology in conjunction with a local agent, OS3 can operate desktop software, local files, and web pages directly on a user's behalf, in addition to writing, debugging, and running software workflows autonomously.

Created with Data Privacy and Security in Mind

OS3 can act on a user's behalf, but this control doesn't come at the expense of data privacy or security. Instead, OS3 protects users' data by:

- Only Accessing Files Locally: The rabbit agent runs locally on your machine and does not copy, store, use, or sell your data. As with any cloud-based assistant, your conversations with OS3 and the memory built from them are stored on rabbit's servers, but the files on your computer are not.

- Handling Context through the Model Provider: OS3 carries out tasks by sending relevant content to a connected model provider of the user's choice, which then handles the data under its own terms. Before this handoff occurs, the data is first processed through rabbit's servers, along with any prompts needed to complete the task. rabbit does not keep a copy of this data, and the files themselves remain on your computer.

- Only Taking User-Initiated Actions: OS3 acts in response to your instructions and does not run tasks on its own. Sensitive actions require your confirmation, and system-level permissions are requested locally by the operating system. Users can also revoke permission at any time.

A Proven Track Record of Innovation

Since its founding, rabbit has pursued the same core mission: finding the best solution for human-machine interaction. From the LAM behind r1, to OS3 today, every solution shipped has been at the industry's frontier, and many have been released ahead of comparable technologies from far larger companies. OS3 is the capstone of rabbit's continuous work in pursuit of this mission, and it arrives on the heels of twelve consecutive months of upgrades delivered for rabbit devices, including rabbitOS 2, terminal mode, and a move to bring-your-own-key support for DLAM.

"We've spent two and a half years building toward a system you don't operate, but instead just tell it the outcome," said Jesse Lyu, Founder and CEO of rabbit. "OS3 allows users to stop worrying about whether a task is technically possible, and start collaborating on whatever is on their mind (whether a wild idea or a concrete problem). By combining open skill compatibility with direct computer control, OS3 turns human intent into complex, multi-device action."

Availability and Roadmap

Today, users can get started by visiting os3.rabbit.tech via desktop to log in or create a rabbit account, and finish onboarding in a single conversation. Then, they can talk to OS3 through the web portal on desktop or mobile, a paired Telegram, iMessage/RCS/SMS, or with rabbit's own r1. Additional input methods are coming soon.

On the other side, any device running the local rabbit agent can be controlled by OS3: Windows, Mac, or Linux local PCs, cloud VMs, dedicated AI machines, and the r1 today, with more device types to follow. rabbit's upcoming cyberdeck will also ship with OS3 as its default operating system.

About rabbit inc.

rabbit inc. is an AI startup rethinking how humans and machines interact. Founded by two-time Y Combinator alumnus Jesse Lyu (Fmr. Raven Tech), the company is building rabbit OS, an agentic operating system that works across platforms and performs actions on users' behalf.

rabbit also designs AI-native hardware, including the r1, winner of an iF Design Award 2025 and the Red Dot Award: Best of the Best honors, in addition to the upcoming cyberdeck, a dedicated vibe coding machine.

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Minerva University earns top honors for overall excellence, private colleges and value

SAN FRANCISCO, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Minerva University has earned three No. 1 distinctions in the 2027 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, marking the University's first appearance in the annual rankings.

Minerva ranked No. 1 overall, No. 1 among private institutions (tie) and No. 1 in Best Value Schools in the Regional Colleges West category.

Minerva topped a field of 73 institutions in the category. U.S. News evaluates regional colleges using up to 13 factors, including graduation and first-year retention rates, peer assessment, faculty resources and financial resources.

"These rankings are meaningful because they signal that Minerva's model is working at a time when higher education needs new approaches," said Mike Magee, president of Minerva University. "Our students build critical thinking and judgment through small, active seminars and real-world projects in cities around the world. Faculty and staff make that happen every day, and this recognition is theirs as much as it is Minerva's."

The ranking reflects the strength of Minerva's academic model. The University maintains a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, and 87% of classes have fewer than 20 students. Minerva's four-year graduation rate stands at 79%.

The U.S. News recognition builds on Minerva's strong performance in other recent rankings. Earlier this year, Minerva was named the world's most innovative university by the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI) for the fifth consecutive year. Minerva also received an A+ overall grade in Niche's 2027 rankings and was named the No. 2 hardest college to gain admission to in the United States.

The 2027 edition of the U.S. News Best Colleges rankings evaluated more than 1,700 U.S. colleges and universities, using up to 17 factors to measure academic quality and graduate success.

The full rankings are available here.

About Minerva University

Minerva University is redefining global higher education through a bold, outcomes-focused model designed to empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers and changemakers. Headquartered in San Francisco, Minerva offers an intensive undergraduate experience that combines rigorous academics, real-world engagement and a global rotation that immerses students in diverse cultural and professional contexts.

Minerva's interdisciplinary curriculum emphasizes critical thinking, creative problem-solving, effective communication and global collaboration. Through fully active, discussion-based seminars and applied learning projects in major cities around the world, students develop the habits of mind and practical skills needed to address the most pressing challenges of our time.

The university has built a vibrant international student body representing more than 100 nations, and graduates have gone on to launch high-impact startups, lead civic initiatives, earn Rhodes, Schwarzman and Knight-Hennessy scholarships, and pursue graduate study at institutions such as Oxford, Harvard and Stanford.

Minerva also offers graduate and executive education programs that equip working professionals with the tools to drive innovation and impact throughout their careers.

Minerva is ranked No. 1 overall in the 2027 U.S. News Best Colleges rankings for Regional Colleges in the West. It has also been named the world's most innovative university for five consecutive years by the World University Rankings for Innovation (WURI). Minerva is pioneering a scalable, equitable and transformative model of higher education for the 21st century.

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