Alliance Coal Honors Outstanding Students Through 2026 Scholars Program

Since 1997, the Alliance Coal Scholars Program has awarded $627,000 to 283 college-bound high school seniors and their teachers.

TULSA, Okla., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Alliance Resource Partners, L.P. (NASDAQ: ARLP) announced the graduating high school seniors receiving college scholarships through its Alliance Coal Scholars Program. Visit www.CoalBenefits.com/scholars-winners to see student photos. The company also announced the teachers chosen by the top-ranked students to receive Teacher Achievement Awards.

The Scholars Program recognizes children of Alliance Coal employees pursuing postsecondary education in college or vocational programs who have excelled in academics, community contribution and school leadership. The top three students received $2,000 renewable scholarships, while the next five highest-ranking candidates received $1,000 scholarships.

"We are honored to recognize these outstanding students for their hard work and academic success," said Christi Henson, Manager, Human Resource Services. "We look forward to seeing all they accomplish in the years ahead."

As Alliance Coal applauds the achievements of these graduates and contributes to their continuing education, the Scholars Program helps identify and cultivate top talent for the future.

This year's top three students, awarded $2,000 renewable scholarships, are:

Emalee Barton, graduate of Frankfort Community High School in West Frankfort, Illinois; daughter of Tony Barton, employed by Hamilton County Coal, LLC. Emalee will attend John A. Logan College in Carterville, Illinois.

Paige Mullis, graduate of F.J. Reitz High School in Evansville, Indiana; daughter of Brett Mullis, employed by Matrix Design Group, LLC. Paige will attend the University of Southern Indiana in Evansville, Indiana.

Addy Sutton, graduate of Sutton Homeschool in Norris City, Illinois; daughter of George Sutton, employed by CR Services, LLC. Addy will attend Southeastern Illinois College in Harrisburg, Illinois.

The scholars receiving $1,000 awards are:

Noah Baker, graduate of Crab Orchard School in Marion, Illinois; son of Michael Baker, employed by Hamilton County Coal, LLC. Noah will attend Southern Illinois University Carbondale in Carbondale, Illinois.

Hannah Higgs, graduate of Evansville Christian School in Newburgh, Indiana; daughter of Brandon Higgs, employed by CR Services, LLC. Hannah will attend Huntington University in Huntington Indiana.

Caeden Mileur, graduate of Oologah High School in Oologah, Oklahoma; son of Brenden Mileur, employed by Alliance Coal, LLC. Caeden will attend Oklahoma State University in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Mason Saylor, graduate of Muhlenberg County High School in Greenville, Kentucky; son of William Saylor, employed by Warrior Coal, LLC. Mason will attend Murray State University in Murray, Kentucky.

Carolyn Spratt, graduate of Lincoln Christian School in Tulsa, Oklahoma; daughter of Brian Spratt, employed by Alliance Coal, LLC. Carolyn will attend Tulsa Community College in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Behind every successful student is a teacher who helped inspire, encourage and support them along the way. The top scholarship recipients selected an elementary, junior-high or senior-high teacher to receive the $500 Alliance Coal Teacher Achievement Award.

"We commend the many educators who supported these students and offer special recognition to the teachers identified by our top scholars as having made a lasting impact," said Henson.

Teacher Achievement Awards were awarded to: Josh Maddox of Frankfort Community High School in West Frankfort, Illinois; and Bethany Sutton of Sutton Homeschool in Norris City, Illinois.

Scholarship America®, the nation's largest nonprofit scholarship administrator, conducts all aspects of the Alliance Coal Scholars Program, including the selection process.

About Alliance Resource Partners, L.P.

ARLP is a diversified natural resource company that is currently the second largest coal producer in the eastern United States, supplying reliable, affordable energy domestically and internationally to major utilities, metallurgical and industrial users. ARLP also generates operating and royalty income from mineral interests it owns in strategic coal and oil & gas producing regions in the United States. In addition, ARLP is positioning itself as a reliable energy partner for the future by pursuing opportunities that support the growth and development of energy-related technologies and infrastructure.

News, unit prices and additional information about ARLP, including filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC"), are available at www.arlp.com. For more information, contact the investor relations department of ARLP at (918) 295-7673 or via e-mail at [email protected].

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- Hitachi Energy's largest single investment in the U.S. to date brings American manufacturing expansion commitment to around $1.5 billion, with other major projects in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and Tennessee.

- New facility in Gallman, Mississippi, will be more than twice the size of Hitachi Energy's Crystal Springs plant, doubling production capacity and creating over 700 jobs, more than 2x the current workforce in the area.

- Expansion reinforces Hitachi Energy's long-term commitment to American manufacturing, stronger domestic supply chains, and a more resilient U.S. power grid.

TOKYO and ZURICH and CRYSTAL SPRINGS, Miss., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hitachi Energy, a wholly owned subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd. (TSE: 6501, "Hitachi"), today announced plans for a new $528 million transformer manufacturing facility in Gallman, Mississippi, creating over 700 jobs. The Mississippi facility will be the cornerstone of Hitachi Energy's around $1.5 billion U.S. manufacturing expansion program, the largest in the industry, increasing domestic production of transformers and other critical grid infrastructure to meet rapidly growing energy demand across the country.

The new facility in Mississippi, Hitachi Energy's largest single investment in the United States to date, deepens a long-term commitment to American manufacturing rooted in more than a century of building and strengthening the U.S. power grid, a heritage spanning Westinghouse Electric, ABB Power Grids, and Hitachi. The investments will help meet growing American energy needs through the expansion of U.S. manufacturing, contributing to the advancement of Hitachi's efforts in support of the strategic investment initiatives promoted by the governments of Japan and the United States. It also aligns with the Trump administration's and Governor Reeves' goals to promote domestic access to these critical grid technologies.

The new factory in Gallman will be approximately 6.5 miles (ten kilometers) from Hitachi Energy's existing Crystal Springs facility. At over twice the size of the current plant, it will more than double capacity. Construction is expected to begin late this year, with transformer production at the facility scheduled to start in 2029. Once the new factory is completed, transformer production will transition from Hitachi Energy's existing Crystal Springs facility to Gallman.

"This is exactly the kind of investment that advances American Energy Dominance and helps secure a stronger future for our country and all Americans," said Chairman of the National Energy Dominance Council and Secretary of the Interior Doug Burgum.

"America needs more affordable, reliable and secure electricity generation, and this new investment by Hitachi will help make that happen," said Secretary of Energy Chris Wright. "The Trump Administration welcomes today's announcement of a Hitachi transformer manufacturing facility that will provide jobs to local Mississippi communities while also helping improve electricity reliability and affordability for millions of Americans."

"Today's announcement is yet another example that, under President Trump's leadership and his commitment to Energy Abundance, the United States is a great place to invest and build," said EPA Administrator Lee Zeldin. "On behalf of the Trump EPA, this is my promise to Hitachi: we will keep cutting red tape and making permitting easier and faster. When you build in America, you will have certainty that your investment will not get caught up in bureaucracy from Washington."

"This announcement shows President Trump's energy dominance agenda delivering real results: more jobs, lower energy prices, and stronger American infrastructure," said National Energy Dominance Council Director Jarrod Agen. "The National Energy Dominance Council is working with international partners to bring new investment and growth to the United States."

The project will significantly increase output of power transformers manufactured in Mississippi. The additional capacity will help address rapidly growing demand for electricity across the U.S., driven by the expansion of advanced manufacturing, industrial electrification, data centers, and other energy-intensive industries, as well as the continued modernization and expansion of the nation's power grid.

"This is truly a massive win for Mississippi and the United States. Hitachi Energy could've made its largest investment in America anywhere in the country – but the company chose Mississippi," said Mississippi Governor Tate Reeves. "Mississippi's momentum is growing stronger every day, and it is our people who are building the future of American energy infrastructure. This $528 million investment will create over 650 new jobs while expanding the domestic manufacturing capacity our country needs to meet growing demand. Mississippi is proud to play a leading role in powering America's future."

"Hitachi Energy's Crystal Springs expansion is exceptional news for Mississippi. This investment will create hundreds of new jobs, strengthen our energy grid, and grow American manufacturing capacity," said U.S. Senator Roger Wicker. "Mississippi's industrious workforce is powering the backbone of the 21st-century American economy."

"The expansion of Hitachi Energy's presence in Mississippi is terrific news well beyond the investment and new jobs it brings. It's a true expansion of what our nation needs – more U.S.-based manufacturing of distribution transformers, which are critical components for supporting business growth and for ensuring electricity supplies for homes and communities," said U.S. Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith, who serves on the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee. "I commend the Trump Administration, Governor Reeves, and Hitachi Energy for recognizing the importance of new investment in the Crystal Springs facility to foster Mississippi's economic growth and ensure an America First agenda."

"I am glad to see Hitachi Energy making this commitment to Crystal Springs and Copiah County," said Representative Bennie G. Thompson (MS-2). "This investment sets a standard for what can happen when businesses and local communities work together to create opportunities and strengthen our region. I look forward to seeing the benefits of this investment for the people of Copiah County and surrounding communities."

"We would like to express our deep appreciation for the tremendous support we have received from the Governor of Mississippi and other stakeholders, under our strong partnership with the U.S. government," said Toshiaki Tokunaga, President & CEO, Hitachi, Ltd. "Since 2020, the Hitachi Group has invested and committed more than $14 billion in the United States, further strengthening our commitment as a trusted partner in supporting critical social infrastructure. This expanded investment will accelerate those efforts and contribute to powering America's energy future. As True One Hitachi, we will combine our strengths not only in energy, but also in mobility, industry, and digital solutions to accelerate digitalizing infrastructure and help address society's most pressing challenges."

"Demand for electricity is growing rapidly, and the grid must grow with it," said Andreas Schierenbeck, CEO, Hitachi Energy. "This investment in Mississippi, our largest ever in the U.S., reflects our long-term commitment to American manufacturing and building the grid infrastructure that will help power America's growth for decades to come. We are pleased to work with the Trump administration and Governor Reeves to support investment in American manufacturing at a pivotal time for U.S. energy security."

The investment reflects Hitachi Energy's collaboration with federal, state, and local leaders to strengthen domestic manufacturing, grow the skilled workforce, and expand the critical infrastructure needed to meet rising electricity demand. The partnership will also help ensure continued economic development and long-term investment in Mississippi and the U.S.

"Reliable energy infrastructure has become one of the most important factors in economic growth, and that starts with the ability to manufacture the equipment that keeps the grid running," said Mississippi Development Authority Executive Director Bill Cork. "Hitachi Energy's $528 million investment expands domestic transformer production at a time when demand continues to grow across North America. Projects like this strengthen one of the country's most critical manufacturing supply chains while creating long-term opportunities for Mississippi."

The project follows several major Hitachi Energy manufacturing investments across the country. In June, the company broke ground on a $457 million expansion of its large power transformer factory in South Boston, Virginia, which will be the nation's largest of its kind and create 825 new jobs. Last August, Hitachi Energy announced a $106 million expansion in Alamo, Tennessee, that will increase production of critical transformer components and create more than 100 jobs, and last year, the company announced a $70 million expansion of its facilities in Westmoreland County, Pennsylvania, which focuses on the production of high-voltage equipment for the grid.

Together, these projects represent a historic investment in U.S. transformer manufacturing, creating over 1,600 jobs. This broader footprint will support the modernization of the nation's power infrastructure, enhancing grid resilience, reliability, and security.

Production will continue at Hitachi Energy's existing Crystal Springs facility until the new Gallman factory is complete. Once transformer production transitions to Gallman, the Crystal Springs building will continue to be used for warehousing, training, or other operational needs, reinforcing Hitachi Energy's long-term and sustained commitment to the region and its local workforce.

- First Charge™ trenchless and modular charging infrastructure solution demonstrates a more cost-effective approach to electrification in one of the nation's most complex urban environments

- Electric school buses now operating across Brooklyn and Queens are supported by First Charge™ infrastructure that reduced construction costs by 13%

- First Student announces plans to deploy 40 additional electric school buses to serve the New York City Department of Education

BROOKLYN, N.Y., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- First Student, North America's largest student transportation services provider backed by EQT Infrastructure, and Con Edison, today announced the completion of the first phase of an electric school bus project serving the New York City Department of Education. The project brings together electric school buses, First Student's First Charge™ infrastructure solution, advanced bi-directional charging technology, and a cost-effective approach to fleet electrification in one of the nation's most complex urban environments.

"We're incredibly proud of the work we're doing with Con Edison and the progress we're making together to advance electric school bus transportation," said John Kenning, CEO and President of First Student. "Our mission is to provide the safest, most reliable, and efficient ride to school, so that students arrive ready to learn and achieve their full potential. Living that mission means continuing to live our values, including setting the highest standards for student transportation. Safety will always be at the heart of everything we do, and we're proud to pair that commitment with innovation that is improving the sustainability of student transportation."

At the center of the project is First Charge™, First Student's innovative trenchless, modular charging infrastructure solution that reduces costs and accelerates time to market. By avoiding traditional underground trenching, the installation reduced infrastructure construction costs by 13% while minimizing construction complexity and disruption, an especially important advantage in dense urban environments like New York City.

"Con Edison supports innovation to help make transitioning to electric vehicles affordable for our customers," said Vicki Kuo, senior vice president of Customer Energy Solutions at Con Edison. "Eliminating the need to bury the service line to these chargers lowers the upfront costs for First Student and is a strategy that other fleet owners can replicate to save money and complete projects more quickly. Replacing inefficient, fossil fuel-powered buses with vehicles that produce no tailpipe emissions will help keep our region sustainable."

Con Edison and the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) contributed funding for the project. The funding included six bus vouchers awarded through NYSERDA's New York School Bus Incentive Program through First Student's school bus manufacturer, International, as well as funding for four retrofit buses.

This project is also exploring ways to decrease energy costs for fleets. Using advanced load management software, the electric school buses charge during off-peak hours when energy is less expensive, not only decreasing complexity but also ensuring energy is used efficiently.

First Student is continuing to expand its electrification operations in New York with the addition of 40 new electric school buses. First Student is also considering additional initiatives at its Brooklyn facilities, including expanded solar use and the creation of a smart energy hub.

NYSERDA is supporting the purchase of six electric school buses for this project through the New York School Bus Incentive Program and through First Student's vendor, International, and four retrofit buses through the New York Truck Voucher Incentive Program.

"This project is exactly the kind of critical infrastructure investment to which EQT is committed across our portfolio - pairing patient, long-term capital with practical innovation that strengthens energy security and accelerates the shift to cleaner transportation," said Crosby Cook, Partner at EQT Infrastructure. "First Student's work with Con Edison demonstrates that the right partnership between fleet operators and utilities can make electrification more affordable and scalable."

"Electric school buses offer a healthier, quieter transportation experience for students while reducing pollution in the communities they serve," said New York State Energy Research and Development Authority President and CEO Doreen M. Harris. "Projects like this demonstrate how thoughtful planning, innovative charging solutions, and strong partnerships can help lower costs and accelerate the deployment of electric school buses in New York City and across the state."

"Deploying electric school buses at scale requires more than vehicles; it requires the right infrastructure, technology, and utility partnership," said Kevin Matthews, Head of Electrification at First Student. "Working with Con Edison, we've demonstrated a more efficient approach that can help overcome some of the cost and construction challenges that have traditionally made fleet electrification difficult in dense urban environments."

During the 2025-26 school year, First Student operated approximately 490 electric school buses, with more than 550 additional vehicles on order. The company has surpassed 11.2 million miles driven in electric buses.

To learn more about First Student, visit www.firststudentinc.com.

About First Student

First Student, the leading student transportation services provider in North America, safely transports millions of students across the U.S. and Canada each day. With a fleet of more than 48,000 vehicles and a workforce of highly trained drivers, the company partners with school districts, divisions, and boards to deliver safe, reliable, and efficient transportation solutions that families can depend on. Recognized as a CIO 100 Award winner and named to the TIME100 Most Influential Companies 2026 list, First Student provides a range of transportation services, including special-needs transportation, routing and fleet management, vehicle electrification, maintenance services, and charter transportation. Through its proprietary HALO™ technology platform, First Student is helping shape the future of student transportation by integrating safety, operations, maintenance, workforce management, and customer communications into one intelligent transportation ecosystem that enhances safety, improves operational performance, and creates a more connected transportation experience for students and families. Learn more at https://firststudentinc.com

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Con Edison is a subsidiary of Consolidated Edison, Inc. (NYSE: ED), one of the nation's largest investor-owned energy companies. The utility delivers electricity, natural gas and steam, and serves 3.7 million customers in New York City and Westchester County, NY. For financial, operations and customer service information, visit conEd.com.

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New AI-ready gateway and HD auxiliary camera ecosystem extends visibility across side, rear, cargo, and blind-zone views to help fleets see more and respond faster

SAN DIEGO, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lytx® Inc., the industry leader in AI-powered fleet management, today announced the Lytx 360 Hub Kit, a next-generation hub and auxiliary camera solution designed to give fleets broader visibility across vehicles, assets, and operations. Purpose-built to extend visibility around the vehicle, the 360 Hub Kit integrates up to four HD auxiliary camera views (expandable to eight) across the sides, rear, cargo area, and blind zones of a vehicle, helping fleets eliminate operational blind spots and capture a more complete picture of what is happening around their vehicles and worksites. In winter 2026, AI-powered features including side and rear pedestrian, object, and blind spot detection will be released.

For more on the Lytx 360 Hub Kit and to view the product video, go here.

With synchronized auxiliary footage, on-demand access, and a unified Lytx Cloud experience, the Lytx 360 Hub Kit helps safety and operations teams investigate incidents faster, strengthen claims defense, verify service delivery, deter theft, and improve awareness in complex driving and job site environments. The solution brings multi-angle video into one connected experience, positioning video as a core operational tool, not just a safety check.

"Fleet operators need more than a forward-facing view of the road, they need visibility into every angle of their operations," said Chris Cabrera, CEO of Lytx. "The Lytx 360 Hub Kit is an important step toward that vision, giving customers a clearer, more connected view of vehicles, drivers, assets, and worksites. By combining HD video, cloud-based access, and AI-ready hardware, we're helping fleets improve safety, reduce risk, protect their people, and operate with greater confidence."

The Lytx 360 Hub Kit enables up to 1080p high-definition auxiliary camera views, an optional in-cab monitor for real-time visibility, continuous local recording with expandable SD storage, simplified installation, secure certificate-based connectivity, and over-the-air update support. Auxiliary footage is automatically surfaced in Lytx Video Search, synchronized with DriveCam® footage, and accessible on demand over LTE.

Key capabilities of the Lytx 360 Hub Kit include:

- Multi-angle HD visibility: Supports up to four (expandable to eight) auxiliary camera views across side, rear, cargo, and blind-zone perspectives to capture critical operational context.

- AI-ready foundation: Built on AI-capable hardware and designed to support future auxiliary camera intelligence and advanced driver-assistance capabilities.

- Unified cloud experience: Surfaces auxiliary footage in Lytx Video Search and synchronizes it with DriveCam footage, giving teams one vehicle timeline and one portal for review.

- On-demand video access: Enables teams to request clips from available time windows and upload footage over LTE, supporting faster investigations without unnecessary truck rolls.

- Operational protection: Helps fleets support liability defense, worksite visibility, theft deterrence, service verification, low-speed incident review, and insurance evidence collection.

Upcoming 360-degree visibility features

Lytx is also advancing a broader roadmap for 360-degree visibility across mobile and fixed operations. Upcoming capabilities are expected to include on-demand multi-cam playback in events, bringing multiple camera views together in a single synchronized review experience so safety teams can investigate incidents with greater context and without switching between separate video streams.

The roadmap also includes side and rear blind spot alerts designed to enhance driver awareness in high-traffic and complex driving environments, as well as side and rear blind spot events that add more visibility for coaching and investigations. In addition, Lytx plans to expand its platform beyond vehicles with fixed-site cameras for yards, job sites, and facilities, along with a stand-alone Smart Camera designed to deliver real-time visibility and cloud-connected insights from device to dashboard.

Availability

The Lytx 360 Hub Kit is available now. Additional 360-degree visibility features are planned for future releases, including:

- Fall 2026: 360 Hub Kit HD auxiliary cameras and monitor enhancements; on-demand multi-cam playback in Lytx Video Search (LVS).

- Winter 2026: Side and rear pedestrian, object, and blind spot detection; auxiliary camera lens obstruction detection.

- Spring 2027: Fixed-site camera support, stand-alone single module Smart Camera, and side and rear blind spot events.

For more information about Lytx or to request a demo, visit www.lytx.com

About Lytx

Every day, companies send their most valuable assets into the world. Their people. Their equipment. Their reputations. For nearly three decades, Lytx has given fleets the tools to manage and protect all the assets they have in motion — helping them stay connected with their field operations so they can focus on delivering value and growing their businesses. Using proprietary machine vision and artificial intelligence technology to power our video safety and video telematics solutions, Lytx helps protect and connect more than 6.3 million drivers and thousands of fleets, including more than half of the 10 largest carriers in North America. Lytx's powerful network of partners and resellers further extends the reach and impact of our technologies across more than 90 countries. For more information about Lytx or to connect with us, visit www.lytx.com, LinkedIn, @lytx on X, Facebook or YouTube.

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New plugin for Figma eliminates hours of manual email production, helping retailers launch campaigns faster.

LITITZ, Pa., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Listrak, the cross-channel personalization platform, today debuted Listrak Studio, which turns Figma designs into ready-to-send emails in minutes. With Listrak Studio, teams can design emails in Figma and transfer those designs directly into Listrak's platform, dramatically reducing production time and eliminating the manual rebuild process between design and deployment.

Listrak Studio provides retailers with a plugin for Figma that converts designs into responsive, cross-client-tested emails that are saved directly into Listrak accounts and ready to attach to any campaign. With Listrak Studio, marketers combine the design freedom of Figma, where their teams already work, with Listrak's proven email framework, validated across Outlook, Gmail, and other major clients. Featuring automatic content, image syncs and design recommendations built on Listrak's email expertise, flagging issues like Gmail and iOS clipping before you send, Listrak Studio allows teams to launch campaigns faster.

"It can often feel as though the pace of retail marketing moves at the speed of light. With Listrak Studio, marketing teams can now move that fast, too," said Ross Kramer, co-founder & CEO, Listrak. "Listrak Studio eliminates rebuilding, copy-pasting and waiting on developers to translate designs into HTML, making the path from design to production-ready email faster, cleaner, and fully connected to the Listrak platform. As a result, teams can design production-ready emails at an unprecedented pace, potentially saving over 250 hours a year in email build time."

Listrak Studio is built for teams that design in Figma. It's most useful for teams that:

- Run high-velocity campaign calendars and feel the lag between design approval and deployment;

- Want full creative control over desktop and mobile email styling without writing HTML;

- Do not have dedicated email developers on staff; or

- Rely on back-and-forth handoffs to bridge the gap between design and email production.

Listrak Studio is now available for all Listrak clients. The plugin can be installed from the Figma Community.

About Listrak

Listrak is the leading cross-channel personalization platform that seamlessly integrates data, identity, and cross-channel messaging to power hyper-personalized customer experiences across email, SMS, push, web, in-store, and emerging channels like RCS from a single platform. Built for leading retailers and brands, Listrak drives measurable customer growth, maximizes efficiency, and delivers exceptional revenue results. For more information, visit https://www.listrak.com/.

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Collaboration aims to deliver advanced clinical risk forecasting for life-threatening conditions, empowering physicians to intervene before adverse events occur.

ROSWELL, Ga., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- HealthIQ Solutions, LLC, an innovator in proactive remote care management solutions, and Eirion.ai, an advanced artificial intelligence technology developer, today announced a strategic technology innovation partnership. The collaboration focuses on engineering and deploying cutting-edge predictive AI models designed to identify patients at elevated risk for catastrophic clinical events—including heart attacks, strokes, and acute kidney failure—well before symptoms manifest.

By integrating Eirion.ai's predictive modeling capabilities into HealthIQ Solutions' comprehensive remote patient care infrastructure, the partnership equips treating physicians with actionable, forward-looking clinical intelligence. Rather than reacting after an emergency occurs, healthcare providers can utilize these predictive alerts to proactively screen, monitor, and aggressively tailor therapeutic interventions. This early clinical intervention is aimed at preventing avoidable emergency department visits, reducing long-term debilitating illness, and saving lives.

"Our core mission at HealthIQ Solutions is partnering directly with healthcare providers to deliver scalable, high-touch remote care management programs that measurably improve patient outcomes," said Tim Roche, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of HealthIQ Solutions. "By integrating advanced predictive AI into our clinical workflows, we are giving clinicians the forewarning they need to intervene early. This partnership bridges the critical gap between continuous patient monitoring and timely, preventative clinical action."

"The synergy between proactive remote clinical management and innovative technology solutions is essential to assist healthcare providers in improving patient outcomes and achieving value-based care objectives," said David Stefanich, Chief Executive Officer of Eirion.ai. "By combining our AI predictive architectures with HealthIQ's robust clinical delivery model, we empower health systems and practices to optimize both their clinical and financial goals through true preventative medicine."

The joint initiative will focus on integrating real-time predictive risk scoring into provider dashboards, enhancing continuous patient remote care management such as remote patient monitoring (RPM) and advanced primary care management (APCM) protocols across ambulatory networks and health systems nationwide.

About HealthIQ Solutions

HealthIQ Solutions, LLC provides comprehensive, technology-enabled remote patient care management services to healthcare providers, physician groups, and clinical networks. Focused on bridging gaps in chronic disease management and post-acute oversight, HealthIQ Solutions pairs clinical support with digital monitoring tools to increase patient engagement, improve longitudinal health outcomes, and reduce overall cost of care.

About Eirion.ai

Eirion.ai develops specialized artificial intelligence and machine learning architectures tailored for clinical decision support and health data intelligence. By transforming complex health data into actionable predictive insights, Eirion.ai helps healthcare organizations transition from reactive care models to proactive, value-driven clinical workflows.

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The launch arrives at a pivotal moment for respiratory departments. The withdrawal of the Philips V60 — the previous clinical standard in non-invasive ventilation — has created operational and financial strain, leading to fleet-wide replacements while requiring hospitals to preserve clinical familiarity, workflow continuity, and patient safety. The SV70 is purpose-built for these demands, pairing advanced clinical decision support and an intuitive interface with integrated high-flow oxygen therapy to enable rapid, confident adoption.

"The SV70 was built with a clear purpose: to give respiratory departments a platform they can standardize on for the long term," said Wayne Quinn, President, Mindray North America. "For healthcare providers planning their next non-invasive ventilator investment, it offers a clear path forward through advanced clinical capability, intuitive operation, and the flexibility to adapt as patient needs evolve. This is not a stopgap solution; It is a commitment to empowering clinicians to deliver exceptional care, every time."

Built on a turbine-driven, single-limb platform, the SV70 supports a broad range of patients with precision. Clinicians can move seamlessly between non-invasive ventilation and high-flow oxygen therapy without sacrificing workflow simplicity or care consistency. Because it shares the same user interface as the SV900/SV700 platforms, respiratory departments gain a consistent experience across the SV-Series, significantly reducing staff training time.

The SV70 is compatible with the accessories clinicians already use with the Philips V60, so teams can adopt it without overhauling their existing setup. The ventilator delivers comfortable, responsive support that keeps each patient in sync while adapting across therapies, reducing complexity. Connectivity with Mindray's BeneVision N-Series Patient Monitors extends this visibility, letting clinicians remotely view ventilator data within a broader, integrated workflow. Wireless connectivity ensures data follows every patient from the bedside through transport, maintaining continuity of care at each step.

The SV70 Ventilator is now available in the United States and can be experienced firsthand at the American Association for Respiratory Care (AARC) Congress in November. It is backed by an industry-leading three-year warranty, reflecting Mindray's commitment to long-term value and partnership.

About Mindray

Mindray is a leading developer, manufacturer, and supplier of medical device solutions and technologies used in healthcare facilities worldwide. At Mindray, we rise up to meet the highest standards possible because we believe everyone deserves access to quality healthcare. As a result, we have been advancing medical technologies for more than 30 years providing robust, best-in-class solutions that are focused on our customers and designed to address their biggest pain points. Mindray offers innovative, leading-edge, accessible perioperative, medical imaging, and critical care solutions, empowering healthcare professionals to provide the highest quality of care now and in the future. For more information, please visit www.mindray.com/na 

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Kiwibit Launches Bird Feeder 2 Pro, the World's First Smart Bird Feeder with 4K HDR and Auto-Focus

IRVINE, Calif., Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Kiwibit today unveiled Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro, the world's first 4K auto-focus bird feeder. Equipped with an upgraded high-resolution image sensor and 4K HDR imaging, it captures backyard birds in remarkable detail. When Slow Motion mode is selected, it records 1080P video at up to 120 FPS, allowing users to replay, download, and share rapid movements such as hummingbird wingbeats at normal speed or at a selected slow-motion speed. Beyond capturing birds in remarkable detail, Bird Feeder 2 Pro is powered by FeatherPal™, Kiwibit's intelligence platform that transforms each backyard visit into a more engaging birdwatching experience—helping users discover, identify, learn about the birds they see, while making it easier to share meaningful moments with family, friends, and the wider birdwatching community. Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro will be available in the United States beginning Sept. 15 through Kiwibit's official website and Amazon.

What Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro Is Designed to Offer

- Built for clearer bird observation: Brings phase-detection auto-focus (PDAF) to a smart bird feeder for the first time, paired with an upgraded high-resolution image sensor to capture birds clearly at changing distances.

- See Fast Bird Behavior Frame by Frame: Captures birds in 4K HDR with fine detail across bright and shaded areas. When Slow Motion mode is selected, Bird Feeder 2 Pro records 1080P video at up to 120 FPS, allowing users to view wingbeats, takeoffs, and landings at normal speed or at a selected slow-motion speed.

- Know every bird with FeatherPal™: FeatherPal™, the intelligence platform inside Kiwibit, makes each recorded bird visit part of a more personal birdwatching experience. Within the Kiwibit App, users can identify species, recognize and name familiar birds, learn more about them, and share memorable moments.

- Worry less about power and weather: A 5-watt solar panel and a removable 5,200 mAh battery help reduce charging interruptions. IP65-rated enclosure helps protect the feeder from dust and water outdoors.

- Easy maintenance and flexible placement: Simplifies routine cleaning, supports wall, pole and tree-strap mounting, and includes two separate seed compartments with a combined 1.7-liter capacity.

Built for Clearer Bird Observation

Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro, the world's first smart bird feeder with a 4K HDR auto-focus camera, moves the category beyond simple monitoring toward close observation and shareable photography. Its upgraded image sensor and 4K resolution preserve fine details in a bird's eyes, beak, and feathers; HDR retains detail across bright and shaded areas; and auto-focus keeps the bird sharp as it moves or changes distance from the camera. Together, these imaging capabilities produce a clearer, more useful record of each visit.

See Fast Bird Behavior Frame by Frame

Birds rarely stay still. The 4K HDR camera preserves fine detail across bright and shaded areas, helping birdwatchers follow movement around the feeder without losing the texture and color of each moment. When Slow Motion mode is selected, Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro records 1080P video at up to 120 FPS. Users can choose normal-speed or slow-motion playback when replaying, downloading, or sharing each clip. Normal-speed playback includes audio, while slow-motion playback is silent.

FeatherPal™: Know the Birds Behind Every Visit

FeatherPal™ turns every captured visit into a bird to discover, know, and remember. Integrated into the Kiwibit App, the intelligence platform helps identify bird species and keeps each identification connected to the visit, making it easy to build a personal record of backyard activity.

Beyond identification, FeatherPal™ helps birdwatchers recognize and name returning visitors, explore species and behavior through Nature Expert, revisit past sightings through Visit History and Bird Collection, and turn favorite moments into shareable PostCards. Together, these experiences bring FeatherPal™'s core journey—Discover, Name, Learn, and Share—to every backyard visit.

Worry Less About Power and Weather

Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro works with a 5-watt solar panel for ongoing power support outdoors. Two hours of charging can provide up to three days of use, while the removable 5,200 mAh battery can be taken out for charging or replacement. The combination reduces charging interruptions and makes everyday power management more convenient.

Easy Maintenance and Flexible Placement

The removable dual-compartment hopper makes it easier to add or change seed and handle routine cleaning. Its combined 1.7-liter capacity allows birdwatchers to offer two different types of seed in the same feeder. Wall, pole and tree-strap mounting options let birdwatchers choose the setup that best fits their outdoor space.

Why now?

"Bird visits may last only a few seconds, but capturing the moment is just the beginning," said Jacky Fang, Partner at Kiwibit. "With Bird Feeder 2 Pro and FeatherPal™, we're making it easier to see and understand the nature around us—from discovering who visited and recognizing familiar birds over time to revisiting and sharing the moments that matter. Together, they bring us closer to our vision: 'Your Smart Nature Theater, Everywhere.'"

Availability

The Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro will be available for purchase in the United States beginning Sept. 15 through the following channels.

Kiwibit's Official Website: Save $20 on Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro with Lifetime AI Included using code KIWIBIT2026 at checkout. https://spoo.me/boA5zA

Amazon Online Store: Save $40 on Kiwibit Bird Feeder 2 Pro using code KIWIBIT2026 at checkout. https://spoo.me/dO8Yqk

About Kiwibit, Inc.

At Kiwibit, we believe nature is closer than you think, quietly unfolding in everyday moments. From a bird landing in your backyard to the gentle flutter of wings, every detail comes alive in stunning 4K clarity, powered by the FeatherPal™ platform.

With intelligent bird recognition, live viewing, playback, a personalized Bird Gallery, and Auto Focus technology that keeps every feather sharp and clear, the FeatherPal™ platform helps you discover nature with greater detail than ever before.

Built with IP65 durability and easy setup, Kiwibit seamlessly connects you to the natural world around you.

Turn your backyard into a serene Smart Nature Theater, where nature can be seen, enjoyed, and shared with the people you love.

For more information, visit:

Website: https://kiwibit.com/

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Walmart Online Store: https://w-mt.co/m/mM1oTm

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kiwibit

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kiwibit_official/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@KiwibitOfficial

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Practicing physician and healthcare executive brings more than four decades of experience in primary care, clinical informatics, population health, and value-based care

DALLAS, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Lightbeam Health Solutions, a proven AI-enabled solutions and services leader helping healthcare organizations succeed in value-based care, today announced the appointment of Thomas P. McCarrick, MD, MBI, as Chief Medical Officer effective August 31, 2026.

A practicing physician board certified in family medicine, geriatric medicine, and clinical informatics, Dr. McCarrick brings more than four decades of clinical and healthcare leadership experience spanning primary care, population health, care coordination, clinical informatics, and value-based healthcare delivery.

As Chief Medical Officer, Dr. McCarrick will provide clinical leadership across Lightbeam, helping ensure the company's technology, solutions, and services remain closely aligned with the realities of clinical practice and the evolving needs of organizations in value-based care. His perspective as a physician executive will help advance Lightbeam's vision of turning data into action, action into outcomes, and outcomes into stronger clinical and financial performance.

"Thomas brings extensive clinical and informatics expertise alongside a deep understanding of value-based care," said Pat Cline, CEO of Lightbeam Health Solutions. "His firsthand understanding of the challenges physicians face will be invaluable as we continue bringing Lightbeam closer to the clinical workflow. His leadership will help ensure we develop solutions that reduce administrative burden, surface actionable insights at the right time, and support more informed decisions at the point of care."

Dr. McCarrick most recently served as the Chief Medical Officer of Vanova Health Solutions and previously served as Chief Medical Officer and Chief Medical Informatics Officer for Vanguard Medical Group. Throughout his career, he has led major initiatives involving patient-centered medical homes (PCMH), the CMS Comprehensive Primary Care Initiative (CPCi) and Comprehensive Primary Care Plus (CPC+), quality reporting systems, care management infrastructure, and digital health strategies designed to improve patient outcomes while reducing unnecessary healthcare utilization.

"Throughout my career, I've seen firsthand how difficult it can be for clinicians to turn the growing amount of healthcare data available to them into meaningful action for their patients," said Dr. McCarrick. "I'm excited to join Lightbeam at a time when healthcare organizations are being asked to take greater accountability for both outcomes and cost, and to help ensure the technology supporting that transition works for the clinicians using it. There is a tremendous opportunity to equip physicians and care teams with timely, actionable insights that enable more proactive, coordinated care and help organizations succeed in value-based care."

Dr. McCarrick's appointment comes as Lightbeam continues to advance its AI-enabled population health platform and expand the solutions and services available to organizations managing increasingly complex patient populations and value-based care arrangements.

About Lightbeam Health Solutions

Lightbeam Health is a proven, AI-enabled platform, solutions, and services leader for population health management. Lightbeam's AI-enabled population health platform arms payers and providers with the data-driven solutions and services they need to facilitate care orchestration and improve patient outcomes while finding success in all value-based arrangements. Lightbeam Health services ACO REACH, MSSP ACO, Medicare Advantage, traditional Medicare, Medicaid, and commercial populations across the country. For more information, visit www.lightbeamhealth.com and follow Lightbeam on LinkedIn and X.

Lightbeam Health Contact:

Amanda Hunt

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Planet Nine Private Air Announces Fall 2026 Industry Event Lineup Highlighting Global Growth, Safety, and Leadership

Planet Nine Private Air announces its high-profile event schedule for the fall 2026 season.

LOS ANGELES, Sept. 15, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Planet Nine Private Air, a premier global private jet management and charter operator, has announced its high-profile event schedule for the fall 2026 season. Company executives and key operational leaders will connect with clients, brokers, and industry partners across four major aviation and networking summits: NBAA-BACE, the SCAA Golf Tournament, Corporate Jet Investor (CJI) Miami, and the Bombardier Safety Standdown.

As demand for ultra-long-range travel continues to evolve, Planet Nine's presence this fall underscores its active role in shaping dialogue around business aviation standards, operational safety, and luxury service excellence.

The fall 2026 engagement schedule includes:

- NBAA-BACE (National Business Aviation Association Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition): Representatives will engage with worldwide industry peers to discuss market trends, fleet capabilities, and the future of long-haul private aviation.

- SCAA (Southern California Aviation Association) Golf Tournament: Demonstrating its strong regional roots, Planet Nine will participate in this classic community networking tradition, supporting local business aviation fellowship and scholarship initiatives.

- Corporate Jet Investor (CJI) Miami: Company leadership will join financiers, brokers, and OEMs to debate market economics, asset valuation, and structural shifts within the international business jet sector.

- Bombardier Safety Standdown: Highlighting a steadfast commitment to flight safety and operational rigor, Planet Nine team members will participate in this milestone 30th-anniversary safety seminar in Wichita, Kansas, reinforcing top-tier crew training protocols and a culture of continuous learning.

"Fall is a critical period for our industry as we reflect on the year's milestones and strategize for the future," said Mike Lewis, Director of Aircraft Management at Planet Nine Private Air. "Whether we are evaluating market growth at CJI Miami, reinforcing our safety culture at the Bombardier Safety Standdown, or connecting face-to-face at NBAA-BACE and the SCAA tournament, our team remains deeply invested in driving excellence across every pillar of our operations."

About Planet Nine Private Air

Planet Nine Private Air (Planet 9) is a leading US-based private aircraft charter and jet management company headquartered at Van Nuys Airport (VNY) in California. Specializing in premium, ultra-long-range business jets—including Gulfstream, Bombardier, and Dassault Falcon aircraft—Planet 9 operates a global floating fleet model designed to deliver effortless international travel, personalized cabin hospitality, and industry-leading safety standards.

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