Stardock to Publish Empire in Decay, a Tactical Roguelike Deckbuilder set in a Dark Fantasy World

Siesta Games' tactical deckbuilder mixes cards, chess-style positioning and 4 playable factions in a dark fantasy world

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PLYMOUTH, Mich., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Stardock Entertainment announced today that Empire in Decay, a unique roguelike deckbuilder developed by independent studio Siesta Games, is joining its portfolio as the second title signed under Stardock's expanded publishing program. Coming to Steam in early 2027, Empire in Decay combines classic chess style tactical movement with more than 200 cards, across four playable factions.

Set in a dying empire on the brink of collapse, Empire in Decay gives players the chance to lead one of four playable factions in a rebellion to claim the throne. Players must both attack the enemy while defending against them in skirmish matches. Enemy units who make it to your end of the board will begin to wipe out your followers and the losses carry over between rounds! Lose all of your supporters and the game is over.

Players control both main and secondary factions as they do battle, starting with the Damerites and the Guild. The Groundbreakers Society and Soul Harvesters factions can be unlocked via gameplay as players progress through the campaign. Each faction brings unique special abilities and cards, giving you a multitude of deck building options.

"Empire in Decay captivated us the moment we started playing it," said Brian Clair, Director of Publishing at Stardock. "The game is not only beautiful, it's incredibly fun to play as you build out your decks to save your people. We knew this was a title we wanted to have in our publishing lineup."

"When Stardock contacted us regarding Empire in Decay we were so pleasantly surprised!" said, Eduardo Jimenez, CEO at Siesta Games. "We know you'll be hard pressed to find a better partner for a strategy game than Stardock, as they have repeatedly proven in the past. We're sure that, with their help, we'll be able to realize and take to the fans the best version of Empire in Decay possible."

Empire in Decay is now available to wishlist on Steam and is set to launch in early 2027.

For the latest information on updates, community initiatives, and future content, visit the official Steam page.

About Stardock

Stardock is a pioneer in the strategy gaming genre headquartered in Plymouth, Mich. that has been developing and publishing strategy and simulation games since 1993, starting with the original release of Galactic Civilizations. Stardock's recent hits include Sins of a Solar Empire, Ashes of the Singularity, Elemental: Fallen Enchantress, and Offworld Trading Company. Learn more at www.stardock.com.

About Siesta Games

Siesta Games is an independent video game studio based in Zaragoza, Spain, founded by AAA industry veterans with a simple goal: to create the games they would love to play themselves. We specialize in crafting highly polished, engaging games and interactive experiences, combining decades of industry experience with the creative freedom and agility of an independent studio.

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Vital.io guides 7M patients through ER, urgent care, inpatient & surgical visits, accurately predicting wait times, reassuring frustrated patients, and providing clear guidance on what to do next.

CLAYMONT, Del., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Vital, which uses AI to predict ER wait times, explain doctors notes in human terms to hospitalized patients, and gives real-time updates during surgical procedures to family members, has been recognized by TIME and Statistica as a top company in the Health Information Management category. The award list was announced on September 17th, 2026, and can be viewed on Time.com. Vital.io guides millions of patients during their visits, leading to lower leave-rate, fewer readmissions, better patient scores, and - unsurprisingly when you treat people right - better financial outcomes for 3 of the top 6 health systems, plus dozens of others.

"Wow! Happy to be recognized by TIME (and Statistica). And what a coincidence. Every morning, next to 'Live, Laugh, Love', I look at one of those TIME Person of the Year frames that's really just a mirror. This award was clearly made to live beside it. I mean what do you do to hype yourself up to change healthcare each morning?" asks Aaron Patzer, Vital's Cofounder & CEO. He further muses, "Seriously, by 'you' I mean you the human, the person who's reading this press release. I've been worried that it's all just AI agents these days. If you've made it this far, you're going to love - okay, probably just tolerate - the rest. I wrote the whole thing, and quoted myself here, crazy right? Who's regulating press releases, or more importantly, AI for that matter?"

Vital does a few things exceptionally well: it's used by 65% of patients during hospital & emergency stays. Your standard comes-with-the-EHR software, 10-15% during a visit. As a result of being super-easy for patients, it produces great outcomes: 30-50% reduction in left-without-being-seen (LWBS) which is when patients are so fed up with waiting they bail; a 30% increase in follow-up visits, so people actually get better long term and don't just end up back at the hospital. That's our enterprise system.

Vital also runs Vital Care Finder (https://vit.al) directly for consumers. We have millions of doctors, dentists, nurses and physician assistants listed everywhere, sorted by price, which other find-a-doc systems seem to neglect. It matches using your clinical fingerprint, so the "best doctor" for you depends very much on what chronic conditions you have, age, language,s etc. It's also built for AI, with deep integrations into ChatGPT & Claude via widgets and MCP servers.

We also are a founding member of AICareStandard.com created with industry leaders and executives from MedStar, IU Health, HCA, Patients for Patient Safety, Children's Hospital Los Angeles and more.

In short, we're the pro-patient company. And for all patients, rich and poor, insured or not. This feels rare in health care for some reason. We're allowed to use like 1500 words, but press releases are a bit like corporate journal entries, self-focused and a bit look-at-me. Thanks for getting this far. Consider going outside. Or just standing up. Or drinking some water. Something for your health - we stopped short so you could.

About Vital.io

Vital.io today guides 7M patients annually through emergency, urgent care, and inpatient visits across dozens of health systems including 3 of the top 6 largest IDNs. Vital is known for its innovations in safe, patient-facing AI, including the doctor-to-patient translator launch in May 2023, and its status as a founding member of the PatientAI Collaborative™ at aicarestandard.com committed to safe, accurate, and clinically responsible AI-driven patient communication.

Vital was founded by Aaron Patzer, formerly Founder of Mint & VP of Product Innovation at Intuit, and Justin Schrager, MD, a practicing emergency physician at IU Health & Emory. Vital is backed by Transformation Capital, Threshold Ventures, First Round Capital, and luminaries in healthcare including the founders of Flat Iron Health, Patient Ping / Bamboo, and more.

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Strøm Old Quebec Named Canada's Best Day Spa at the World Spa Awards--for the Third Year in a Row

QUÉBEC, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- STROM Group is proud to announce that Strøm Old Quebec has been named Canada's Best Day Spa at the internationally recognized World Spa Awards—for the third year in a row. This honour reflects the expertise and standards consistently applied across the Group's 10 destinations and diverse brands, reinforcing the company's vision to elevate well-being through balance, nature, and purposeful growth.

"At STROM Group, we believe well-being is built on balance—between water and architecture, nature and culture, local roots and global vision," said Guillaume Lemoine, Chief Executive Officer. "This award celebrates not only the remarkable work of the Old Quebec team, but also the collective expertise behind every Strøm. It confirms our ambition to set a thoughtful, world-class standard for wellness experiences that remain rooted in our Canadian identity while reaching new audiences. As we expand across Canada and into the United States, we will carry that same philosophy of balance and accessible well-being into each new market."

Founded in 2009 in Québec, Canada, STROM Group is one of North America's most respected and award-winning wellness companies. Its portfolio includes Strøm Nordic Spa, Nord restaurants, the BORÉAL skincare line, AWŪ urban sanctuary, Förena Cité thermale, Sibéria Spa, and Spa Nordic Station, a network of destination, resort, and urban wellness experiences welcoming nearly one million visitors annually. The Group also operates its own media channels, including a magazine and a podcast, and offers signature retail collections under the Strøm and AWŪ brands.

As the Group lays the groundwork for future expansion across Canada and North America, its ambition is to bring a distinct vision of well-being—balanced, responsible, and inspiring—to new audiences, while honouring and enriching the cultures and landscapes it touches. The goal is to create lasting positive impact for individuals, communities, and the natural ecosystems that sustain them.

ABOUT STROM GROUP

STROM Group is a Canadian-founded, purpose-driven company shaping the future of wellness. Since 2009, the Group has grown to 10 wellness centres and spas across Québec, and brings together more than 1,500 professionals and welcomes over 700,000 visitors annually.

Its expertise unites water stewardship, architecture, design, hospitality, skincare, gastronomy, and media to create transformative destinations and experiences that restore, inspire, and connect communities. Guided by a disciplined, responsible growth model, STROM Group shares a distinct Canadian vision of balanced and meaningful well-being with people and cities across North America.

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Americas Cardroom's OSS XL Rolls into Final Stretch After Another Big Sunday

Major tournament results and Main Event progress set the stage for Second Mortgage Week.

SAN JOSE, Costa Rica, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Americas Cardroom reported another major OSS XL Sunday on September 20, with several marquee tournaments and three Main Events advancing as the series moves toward its conclusion.

The $630 OSS XL #215 High Roller drew 1,204 entries and built a $722,400 prize pool against a $600,000 guarantee. After a final-table deal, slippy12 finished first for $119,923 and a6amKa4ePBb collected $114,033 as runner-up.

Two more events surpassed their guarantees. High Roller #213H produced $299,400 from 499 entries against a $250,000 guarantee, with G26 winning $59,536 after a deal. Mini Phil's Thrill #219 reached $260,000 from 104 entries, topping its $250,000 guarantee, and Infliponcio won $58,500.

The $215 OSS XL #216, $16.50 Sunday Splash and $27.50 Sunday Smash paid their full guarantees after Americas Cardroom made up the shortfall, while Mini Phil's Thrill PLO #220 met its $200,000 guarantee exactly.

Three Main Events also advanced. The $2,650 and $1,050 editions drew 468 and 950 Day 1A entries, respectively, and return for final Day 1B flights this Sunday, September 27. The $66 Main Event drew 2,564 Day 1B entries and returns for Day 2 with 493 players competing for a $500,000 prize pool after a $202,100 overlay.

Second Mortgage Week begins today with 10 Nosebleed Stakes events across five playing days and buy-ins from $5,200 to $25,500.

The $50 Million OSS XL runs through September 29. Players can find the remaining schedule on the promotion page.

About Americas Cardroom

Americas Cardroom is one of the world's leading online poker destinations, serving players since 2001. Known for major tournament series, innovative promotions, and a commitment to the poker community, the company is celebrating its 25th anniversary in 2026 while continuing to expand its tournament offerings and deliver world-class online poker experiences to players across the globe.

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Phone: +44 7845 582487

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Guests will experience enhancements on more than two dozen Caribbean itineraries in advance of RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay's 30th anniversary celebration in 2027

Key Highlights:

- Holland America Line is completing significant enhancements to its award-winning private island.

- New and upgraded amenities include an exclusive Beach Club with booking open in early October, a new food pavilion, refreshed bars and upgraded cabanas.

- Guests can experience the enhanced private island on more than two dozen Caribbean itineraries sailing from October 2026 through April 2027.

SEATTLE, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Guests sailing on Holland America Line's Caribbean cruises this season will discover a refreshed RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, where a series of newly completed enhancements brings even more ways to relax, dine and enjoy the island. The transformation marks the beginning of a yearlong celebration leading up to the destination's 30th anniversary in 2027.

Among the most notable additions are a new food pavilion serving an island-inspired barbecue menu, and an exclusive Beach Club experience, offering guests new ways to dine and unwind ashore. Additional enhancements include upgraded cabanas, refreshed clamshells and daybeds, renovated bars and eateries, and pickleball courts introduced last season. Together, the updates build on the island experience that has made RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay a guest favorite for nearly three decades.

"Every enhancement at RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay is centered on creating an even more exceptional experience while building on everything guests already love about the island," said Beth Bodensteiner, president of Holland America Line. "It's exciting to unveil the Beach Club as we prepare to welcome our first visitors in October. These improvements reflect our commitment to invest in the guest experience, offering even more unforgettable moments in one of the Caribbean's most beautiful destinations."

RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay Enhancements

The new Beach Club pairs Holland America Line's signature palette of blue, orange and cream with natural textures and relaxed, open-air spaces, for a setting that feels distinctly Caribbean. Guests who purchase a day pass for the Beach Club, which will be available for booking in early October, will receive priority tendering from the ship to the island. The Beach Club will also feature dedicated waiter service, all-inclusive alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages, included beach accessories, specialty food and beverage offerings, and other special surprise moments.

Outside of the Beach Club, a new food pavilion will offer a complimentary island-only menu of favorites, and existing bars and eateries are being renovated. Cabanas are being upgraded, and the beach area will offer more daybeds. Upgraded canopy loungers for two and additional beach chairs create more space to unwind, while four pickleball courts add another way for guests to enjoy time ashore.

Holidays in the Tropics

Guests considering a Caribbean cruise, including over the holidays, can see substantial savings with the Save on Sunshine promotion, with up to 50 percent off cruise fares and free kids' fares on select sailings.

Holiday itineraries in 2026 range from seven-day escapes to extended journeys that combine classic Caribbean favorites with less-traveled islands, historic ports and even a Panama Canal experience, allowing travelers to trade a traditional winter holiday for time in the tropics.

As Holland America Line looks to the 2026-27 season and the next era for RelaxAway, Half Moon Cay, the cruise line continues to build on more than 100 years of experience in the Caribbean. From time spent discovering the islands to the flavors and traditions encountered along the way, each cruise offers guests a deeper connection to one of the world's most captivating regions.

For more information about Holland America Line or to book a cruise, consult a travel advisor, call 1-877-SAIL HAL (877-724-5425) or visit hollandamerica.com.

Find Holland America Line on Facebook, Instagram and the Holland America Blog. You can also access all social media outlets via the home page at hollandamerica.com.

About Holland America Line 

Holland America Line has been exploring the world for more than 150 years with expertly crafted itineraries, extraordinary service and genuine connections to the destinations. Offering a perfectly-sized ship experience, its fleet of 11 vessels visits nearly 400 ports in 114 countries around the world and has shared the thrill of Alaska for more than 75 years — longer than any other cruise line. Savour the Journey isn't just a tagline, it's a reinforcement that the cruise line provides experiences too good to hurry through, connecting travelers to the world and each other. Award-winning enrichment programming, entertainment and cuisine that brings each locale on board, including a revolutionary Global Fresh Fish Program, put Holland America Line at the forefront of premium cruising. Holland America Line is part of Carnival Corporation, the world's largest cruise company with a portfolio of cruise lines operating in over 800 ports & destinations worldwide. (NYSE: CCL).  

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LAS VEGAS, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- For more than a century the three-dice game known as Cee-Lo has lived outside regulated gaming - on stoops and sidewalks, in back rooms and card rooms, banked by whoever put up the money. At G2E Las Vegas 2026 it gets a dealer, a pay table and a place on the casino floor. TCSJOHNHUXLEY and global entertainment icon Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson will unveil 50 Cent Headcrack™, a live casino dice game that brings the street's most electric dice game to the live table without losing what made it travel: three dice, one unbeatable roll, and a vocabulary players shout out loud.

Making its debut at Booth #4439 from September 29 to October 1, 50 Cent Headcrack™ pits the Bank against the Shooter on every hand, with a Tie bet and a range of exciting side bets available. These include 5-5-6, HEADCRACK™ itself, Any Trips, 1-2-3 Natural Bust, a bundled Cover All wager, as well as a Four or Better (not included within the 'Cover All' side bet).

Known as Cee-Lo, Four-Five-Six or simply "dice," the game takes its name from the Chinese 四五六 - "four, five, six" - the roll nothing beats. 50 Cent Headcrack™ keeps the classic rules, the signature rolls and the vocabulary, and puts them on a licensed table with a published pay table.

For operators, 50 Cent Headcrack™ is designed to do two things: attract players who are not already at the tables, and keep the game moving once they sit down. Three dice, three main bets and a result players can read from across the pit make the game learnable in a single round - an on-ramp for younger guests and for the many players who walk past a craps table because they don't want to learn it in public.

Two formats let operators tune the game to their floor. The Single Roll Edition settles side bets after every roll for maximum action and higher-yield side-bet play. The Ride the Roll Edition keeps side bets active across multiple rolls until a Point, Natural Win or Natural Bust is established, encouraging longer sessions and a faster game pace. Both editions share the same core game and can be dealt with traditional manual dice or TCSJOHNHUXLEY's D-i-Shaker.

Players from markets where three-dice games are a tradition - sì wǔ liù, Sic Bo, chinchirorin - will recognize the rhythm of 50 Cent Headcrack™ in one roll. Its Bank–Shooter–Tie structure mirrors the Banker–Player–Tie format that anchors Baccarat, the dominant table game in Asia's largest casino markets, and the game carries the same respect for the unbeatable 4-5-6 that the original has held for over a century.

Every hand has a moment in it. When 4-5-6 lands, the table calls it - "Headcrack!" - the word New York has shouted over winning rolls for decades, and the game's skull-and-dice reveal lights up the display. "Everybody in New York knows what 'headcrack' means you don't have to explain it. For a hundred years this game lived on the corner. Now it's got a dealer, a pay table and a seat at the table in a real casino. Same dice, new floor. That's the whole story of this game, and it's a story I'm proud to put my name on," said Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson.

Tristan Sjöberg, Executive Chairman at TCSJOHNHUXLEY, commented: "50 Cent Headcrack™ is an exciting addition to our live gaming portfolio and a project that brings together two very different areas of expertise. Working with Curtis "50 Cent" Jackson has allowed us to create something that combines strong entertainment appeal with a genuine casino game experience. We are looking forward to introducing 50 Cent Headcrack™ to operators at G2E and giving them the opportunity to experience the game for themselves."

Visitors to G2E will be among the first to experience 50 Cent Headcrack™ in action. TCSJOHNHUXLEY will be exhibiting at Booth #4439 at The Venetian Expo from September 29 to October 1, 2026.

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QuEra and HPE will enable organization access to quantum computing capabilities on-premises by integrating neutral-atom fault-tolerant systems with the HPE Cray supercomputing platform.

BOSTON, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- QuEra Computing, the leader in neutral-atom quantum computing, today announced a collaboration with HPE to integrate neutral-atom, fault-tolerant quantum computing with on-premise high-performance computing (HPC) environments powered by the HPE Cray supercomputing platform. The collaboration gives HPC centers, national laboratories, and enterprises a path to bring QuEra's frontier systems into new supercomputing infrastructure.

Useful fault-tolerant quantum computing will run alongside classical supercomputing in hybrid workflows where HPC handles large-scale classical computation and the quantum system tackles selected subproblems that are impractical or impossible to solve classically. Organizations that already operate large classical resources have new choices in how they bring quantum computing into their workflows — through the cloud, on-premise, or a combination of the two. The combined approach aligns with US national priorities, such as Genesis Mission, a historic national initiative led by the U.S. Department of Energy, which is building the world's most powerful integrated science discovery platform. By uniting government, industry, academia, and philanthropy, it is accelerating breakthroughs in energy, scientific discovery, and national security through a new platform that combines AI, supercomputing, quantum systems, and advanced scientific instruments.

QuEra and HPE are pursuing integrated testbeds, hybrid algorithm co-design, software interoperability, and system-level performance benchmarking, targeting deployment alongside the HPE Cray supercomputing platform. HPE Cray supercomputing provides an industry-leading HPC foundation for hybrid quantum-classical workflows, enabling QuEra's fault-tolerant systems to be tightly integrated with a customer's most demanding workloads.

QuEra has worked with HPE since 2025. At HPE Discover Las Vegas 2026, HPE showcased magic-state, featuring QuEra to demonstrate the company's vision for hybrid quantum-classical computing.

"Bringing neutral-atom, fault-tolerant systems into an HPC environment introduces a different engineering problem than delivering quantum computing over the cloud," said Yuval Boger, Chief Commercial Officer at QuEra Computing. "HPE's deep experience in supercomputing gives organizations the benefit of working with a partner who can solve that problem at the scale they need." "Organizations running the world's most demanding workloads need quantum and classical computing to work together seamlessly," said Dr. Masoud Mohseni, Senior Distinguished Technologist and Director of HPE Quantum. "Our partnership with QuEra aims to bring fault-tolerant quantum capabilities into HPC environments, creating a clear path from today's supercomputers to tomorrow's hybrid quantum-classical systems."

Two Complementary Paths to Fault-Tolerant Quantum Computing

With this announcement, QuEra now offers two synergistic routes to its fault-tolerant systems, offering organizations a choice to take one or both. For example, organizations will be able to deploying on-premises for sovereign or tightly coupled workloads while drawing on the cloud for elastic simulation and burst capacity.

- On-premises deployment, through HPE. For organizations that need a system inside their own environment, whether for sovereignty or data residency needs, or to tightly couple into existing workflows, the HPE collaboration provides a path to integrate QuEra's systems with the HPE Cray supercomputing platform, including plans for a potential gigaquop system.

- Cloud access, through a major Cloud provider. Libra, QuEra's first fault-tolerant quantum computer, is an over 256 logical qubit, megaquop-class system designed to perform on the order of one million reliable logical operations, targeted for availability on the cloud in 2028, with the gigaquop system to follow.

In practice, the two paths form a single journey. An organization might begin in the cloud to build applications and expertise today, then have HPE build an on-premises system to safeguard data and sovereignty. Equally, a customer committing to an on-premises deployment can run production workloads on the cloud in the interim until its own system is installed and continue drawing on cloud capacity afterward whenever demand exceeds what sits in its data center.

"Cloud access and on-premises deployment are complementary paths. They are different answers to the question of where a system resides," said Boger. "We are delighted to partner with a company such as HPE. Through our partnership with HPE and our previously-announced partnerships, we can provide a great solution whether a customer application requires cloud access, on-premises deployment or both."

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- Mathnasium Plus introduces a structured curriculum designed to challenge advanced students in grades 1 through pre-algebra

- New myMathnasium app and parent portal will centralize scheduling, progress reports, account management and center communication

- Both launches deepen Mathnasium's personalized approach to helping every student reach their full potential

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Mathnasium, an internationally recognized math tutoring franchise with more than 1,300 learning centers worldwide, is expanding the experience it provides students and their families with the launch of Mathnasium Plus, a structured enrichment program for advanced math students, and myMathnasium, a new digital parent portal and app.

Together, the initiatives reflect Mathnasium's continued investment in personalized learning and greater convenience for families. Mathnasium Plus is specifically designed for those students who are ready to be challenged and explore beyond grade level. The program helps them go deeper in understanding advanced concepts. The myMathnasium portal makes it easier for parents to manage their family's Mathnasium experience in one centralized app.

"Students make the greatest progress when instruction is built around the whole student – what they know, how they learn, and where they need to be challenged," said Tyler Sgro, CEO of Mathnasium. "Mathnasium Plus gives advanced students a clear path beyond grade-level math, and myMathnasium keeps parents connected to their child's progress every step of the way. Together, these launches strengthen how we serve both the student and the family behind them."

Helping Advanced Students Aim Higher with Mathnasium Plus

Mathnasium has long provided enrichment opportunities for students performing at or above grade level. Mathnasium Plus builds on that foundation with a structured curriculum designed specifically for advanced students in grades 1 through pre-algebra.

The program takes students beyond traditional coursework through personalized instruction and enrichment topics that deepen mathematical thinking, strengthen problem-solving skills, and encourage students to approach complex concepts from multiple angles. Each student progresses based on their individual abilities and learning goals.

Mathnasium Plus enhances the company's core instructional model, which supports students working to catch up, keep up, or get ahead. It all starts with student assessment, which then leads to a personalized plan. This, combined with expert instruction, allows Mathnasium to meet students at their current skill level and help them build the knowledge and confidence to reach their potential.

"Advanced students need more than repetitive practice or acceleration for its own sake," added Sgro. "They need to be pushed beyond familiar concepts, challenged to approach problems in new ways and given room to discover what they are capable of. Mathnasium Plus creates that pathway through a structured curriculum that deepens mathematical thinking, sustains engagement and prepares students for increasingly advanced work."

Making It Easier for Parents to Stay Connected

Mathnasium is also simplifying how parents manage and stay connected to their child's learning experience through myMathnasium, a new digital portal and app that brings essential account, scheduling, communication, and student progress information into one place.

Through myMathnasium, parents can:

- View upcoming and completed learning sessions, including detailed session summaries

- Access student progress reports

- Communicate with the center and receive notifications

- Manage profile, account, and billing information

- Schedule sessions at participating centers

Scheduling capabilities may vary by location, but all users benefit from a centralized view of their Mathnasium account and communications. The platform is designed to reduce administrative friction and make it easier for parents to stay informed about their child's experience and progress.

Both Mathnasium Plus and myMathnasium are now available in the United States. Parents can contact their local center to learn more, schedule an assessment, or get started.

For program availability, visit Mathnasium.com or follow Mathnasium on Facebook and Instagram.

About Mathnasium

Mathnasium Learning Centers is North America's leading math-only supplemental education franchise. Since 2002, the Mathnasium Method™ — the result of decades of hands-on instruction and development — has been transforming the lives of children in grades PK-12 by offering comprehensive assessments, fully individualized learning plans, and teaching true math comprehension. With more than 1,300 learning centers worldwide in 12 countries, Mathnasium has been ranked on Entrepreneur Magazine's list of top 500 franchises 18 times since 2004. For more information about Mathnasium franchise opportunities, visit https://mathnasiumfranchise.com/.

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Beginning Sept. 22 on MyFree DIRECTV, the new 24/7 FAST channel will feature 44 seasons of the inspirational series

DIRECTV will also sponsor the Weatherholt Family featured in Season 46

EL SEGUNDO, Calif., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- DIRECTV today announced the launch of a new 24/7 FAST channel dedicated to Military Makeover with Montel®, a BrandStar original series featuring more than 200 episodes spanning 44 seasons, premiering Sept. 22 to DIRECTV customers.

The new channel, rolling out today to DIRECTV streaming customers through MyFree DIRECTV, DIRECTV Genre Packs and Signature streaming packages, will feature 44 existing seasons and future seasons. It advances DIRECTV's broader FAST strategy of working with programmers to transform compelling content libraries into dedicated viewing destinations.

Led by Navy veteran and military advocate Montel Williams, the series celebrates military members and their families through life-changing home transformations, while shining a light on the challenges many veterans face when they return home. Each 30-minute episode brings together decorators, designers, landscapers, home renovation experts and brand partners to transform the home of a selected military family.

Season 46 Featuring the Weatherholt Family

As part of its continued commitment to the series and the military community, DIRECTV will support the Weatherholt family of Jupiter, Florida, featured in Season 46 of Military Makeover. William "Billy" Weatherholt enlisted in the U.S. Air Force at age 17 following September 11 and served as a firefighter EMT during two overseas deployments. Today, he continues serving his South Florida community as a firefighter and paramedic. Billy, alongside his wife, Autum, and daughter, Tatum, will receive a full home transformation.

"Military Makeover celebrates the service and sacrifices of veterans and their families, and we are proud to give viewers a dedicated destination for these important stories," said Vince Torres, chief marketing officer at DIRECTV. "Supporting the Weatherholt family also extends DIRECTV's year-round commitment to veterans through partners such as the Bob Woodruff Foundation and its nationwide Got Your 6 Network."

"We're thrilled to expand our partnership with DIRECTV and bring Military Makeover to viewers through this new 24/7 FAST channel. With more than 200 episodes, this platform gives audiences the opportunity to revisit the remarkable journeys of the veterans we've had the privilege of supporting and discover the people and purpose behind each transformation. We're proud to have DIRECTV alongside us as we continue to honor those who serve and shine a light on the military community year-round," said Scott Moss, EVP of programming and president of integrated partnerships.

DIRECTV will be featured in a 2-to-3-minute segment of the upcoming season as part of the Weatherholt family's Season 46 makeover. DIRECTV will outfit the home with DIRECTV Signature streaming service and DIRECTV Gemini devices for one year, making it simple for the Weatherholt family to enjoy all their favorite entertainment together in their newly renovated home.

VIZIO will also play a key role by partnering with DIRECTV and providing five Smart TVs that will go to the Weatherholt family. VIZIO customers can also access and enjoy the DIRECTV App directly on their TVs, making it easy to access DIRECTV entertainment in one place.

DIRECTV offers a range of flexible programming packages to meet different viewing needs. Customers can choose from options like MyFree DIRECTV, which delivers a curated collection of 150+free, ad-supported channels; DIRECTV Genre Packs, which allow customers to personalize their experience by focusing on the content they love most—whether it's sports, movies, family programming, or lifestyle entertainment; and comprehensive Signature Packages, offering the most popular networks. To learn more about MyFree DIRECTV, DIRECTV Genre Packs and Signature packages, visit DIRECTV.com.

About DIRECTV

DIRECTV is a premier provider of digital television entertainment in the United States. With a diverse range of programming options and cutting-edge technology, DIRECTV delivers a world-class viewing experience to millions of subscribers. Its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction keeps it at the forefront of the entertainment industry while providing customers with greater choice, flexibility, and control. For more information, visit http://www.directv.com.

About Military Makeover with Montel®

Military Makeover with Montel®, a BrandStar Original, is an award-winning home improvement series dedicated to transforming the homes and lives of deserving military families. Hosted and executive produced by Marine Corps and Navy veteran Montel Williams, the series brings together caring companies, nonprofit organizations, and local communities to offer hope and a helping hand to veterans and their loved ones. For more information, visit http://www.militarymakeover.tv.

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The TurfMutt Foundation's Signature Events Set for Equip Expo 2026

Mulligan's 5K Fun Run & Walk and the 8th Annual Mulligan's Mutt Madness return to Louisville to benefit Kentucky Humane Society.

LOUISVILLE, Ky., Sept. 22, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- The TurfMutt Foundation is getting ready to roll out the green carpet as its beloved signature events return to Equip Exposition this October. Attendees will have the chance to move their "paws" for a purpose during Mulligan's 5K Fun Run & Walk on Wednesday, October 21, and meet their next four-legged family member at the 8th Annual Mulligan's Mutt Madness pet adoption event on Thursday, October 22.

Both events benefit the TurfMutt Foundation's longstanding partner, Kentucky Humane Society (KHS). Led by TurfMutt's "spokesdog" Mulligan the TurfMutt – a rescue herself who was adopted at the 2019 Mutt Madness – these events showcase the green industry's connection to creating the yards and parks people and their pets use.

"Whether you're catching the sunrise over the Ohio River during the 5K or strolling through Mulligan's Garden Park at Equip to meet a dog who needs a home, it all comes back to appreciating our green spaces and the pets who enjoy them with us," said Kris Kiser, President and CEO of the TurfMutt Foundation. "Plus, as someone who adopted Mulligan at Mutt Madness back in 2019, I know firsthand that you just might go home with a new best friend."

The action kicks off early Wednesday morning with Mulligan's 5K Fun Run & Walk. Participants will set off from the TurfMutt Foundation Great Lawn at Waterfront Park and cross the Ohio River via the historic Big Four Pedestrian Bridge, taking in sweeping views of downtown Louisville. All registrants receive an official commemorative shirt and finisher medal, with proceeds going directly to KHS.

On Thursday, the puppy love moves into the Kentucky Expo Center for Mulligan's Mutt Madness. Held in Mulligan's Garden Park – a specially built indoor green space designed to look and feel like a real park – attendees can meet, play with and adopt rescue dogs from KHS. Since its inception, Mutt Madness has matched over 130 dogs with industry professionals and attendees.

"When two organizations with a passion for pets and green spaces team up, incredible things happen," says Alisa Gray, President and CEO of KHS. "Seeing over 130 shelter dogs find loving homes through this partnership isn't just about the numbers. It's about 130 fresh starts and the absolute joy these dogs bring to their new families. Mutt Madness is one of our favorite events of the year, and the Equip Expo crowd steps up for these animals in a big way every time."

Both events are open exclusively to Equip attendees. To learn more about the TurfMutt Foundation and discover how to create pet-friendly outdoor spaces, visit TurfMutt.com.

Photos can be found here: https://bit.ly/TurfMuttEquipEvents2026.

Media contact:

Debbi Mayster, Four Leaf PR on behalf of the TurfMutt Foundation

240-988-6243, [email protected] 

About the TurfMutt Foundation

TurfMutt, which celebrated its 15th anniversary in 2024, was created by the Outdoor Power Equipment Institute's (OPEI) TurfMutt Foundation and has reached more than 70 million children, educators and families since 2009. The Foundation is title sponsor of "Lucky Dog," the Emmy Award-winning CBS broadcast television show in support of dog rescue and rehabilitation. Both TurfMutt spokesdogs have been rescue dogs, and Mutt Mulligan is a cast character on the show, where her "Mulligan Minute" segments teach viewers about the benefits of green space. In 2024, the Great Lawn at Louisville's award-winning Waterfront Park on the Ohio River was renamed the TurfMutt Foundation Great Lawn as part of a $1 million sponsorship. Championed by Mulligan the TurfMutt, and through education partners such as Scholastic, Discovery, Weekly Reader, and the USBGC Global Learning Lab, TurfMutt has taught students and teachers how to "save the planet, one yard at a time." TurfMutt has been an education resource at the U.S. Department of Education's Green Ribbon Schools, the U.S. Department of Energy, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Green Apple, the Center for Green Schools, the Outdoors Alliance for Kids, the National Energy Education Development (NEED) project, Climate Change Live, Petfinder and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. In 2017, the TurfMutt animated video series won the coveted Cynopsis Kids Imagination Award for Best Interstitial Series. More information at TurfMutt.com.

SOURCE TurfMutt Foundation

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