May 5, 2026 /3BL/ – Medtronic has been named to TIME’s 2026 TIME100 Companies list in the Health category for the Hugo™ robotic‑assisted surgery (RAS) system and Touch Surgery™ ecosystem.

More than half of soft-tissue surgeries globally still require open incisions, and only a small percentage are performed using robotic assistance. Medtronic is working to help shift that with its Hugo™ RAS system, which received FDA clearance in December 2025 for use in urologic surgical procedures. Designed with modular, cart‑mounted arms and an open console, Hugo enables surgeons to operate through small incisions while remaining connected to the patient and operating room team. The platform is paired with Touch Surgery™ ecosystem, an AI‑enabled solution that records and analyzes surgical videos to support learning, post-operative surgery review, and remote surgeon proctoring.

Hugo has been used in tens of thousands of procedures in hospitals across more than 35 countries, building upon Medtronic’s worldwide surgical leadership in open and laparoscopic modalities. “Being recognized by TIME underscores why advancing surgery matters — robotic technologies and digital solutions are expanding access to the benefits of minimally invasive care to patients around the world,” said Matt Anderson, senior vice president and president, Surgical at Medtronic. “Surgery is often a life-changing experience for patients and their families. We remain steadfast in our commitment to ensuring every patient has access to the best possible outcomes and are grateful for the trust surgeons and OR teams place in Medtronic.”

The Medtronic Hugo™ RAS system is commercially available in certain geographies, subject to local regulatory approvals and indications for use.

About TIME100
TIME100 Companies: Industry Leaders is an expansion of the TIME100 Most Influential Companies award that dives deeper into 20 sectors to look at companies sharing their industries. Since 2021, the TIME100 Most Influential Companies list has recognized organizations shaping the future. Each year, TIME editors, correspondents, and trusted experts select companies whose impact, innovation, ambition, and success sets new standards for the world.

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Bold thinking. Bolder actions. We are Medtronic. Medtronic plc, headquartered in Galway, Ireland, is the leading global healthcare technology company that boldly attacks the most challenging health problems facing humanity by searching out and finding solutions. Our Mission — to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life — unites a global team of 95,000+ passionate people across more than 150 countries. Our technologies and therapies treat 70 health conditions and include cardiac devices, surgical robotics, insulin pumps, surgical tools, patient monitoring systems, and more. Powered by our diverse knowledge, insatiable curiosity, and desire to help all those who need it, we deliver innovative technologies that transform the lives of two people every second, every hour, every day. Expect more from us as we empower insight-driven care, experiences that put people first, and better outcomes for our world. In everything we do, we are engineering the extraordinary. For more information on Medtronic, visit www.Medtronic.com and follow on LinkedIn.

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  • The Rocsys S2 is the second generation of the company’s rugged, purpose-built solution for heavy-duty electric fleets operating in demanding environments
  • The system integrates into existing site infrastructure and delivers precise plug-ins across mixed fleets through flexible arm movement and extended reach
  • The S2 is commercially available now for ports, distribution centers and other logistics facilities, with the first orders already secured

RIJSWIJK, Netherlands and PORTLAND, Ore., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Rocsys, the global leader in hands-free charging for electric and autonomous vehicles, today launched the S2, its next-generation hands-free charging solution for heavy-duty electric vehicles operating in demanding environments. Part of Rocsys’ expanding portfolio of stewards, including the recently unveiled M1, the S2 is now available to order for ports, distribution hubs and other logistics facilities.

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Rocsys has delivered its first S2 to a large-scale port customer, marking the solution’s move into active customer deployment. For American organizations with domestic sourcing requirements, Rocsys can provide configurations that support Build America, Buy America compliance.

As heavy-duty electric fleets scale, charging operations need to keep vehicles ready without adding complexity to already demanding site workflows. In ports, terminals and logistics hubs, repeated plug-in tasks must be coordinated across shifts, vehicle types, chargers, weather conditions and tight operating schedules. Rocsys S2 is designed to make that process more consistent, predictable and easier to integrate into day-to-day operations, delivering higher utilization, tighter coordination and safer day-to-day performance.

Drawing on the field-validated success and learnings of Rocsys’ previous generation, ROC-1, the S2 delivers a smaller footprint, simpler installation, greater range of motion and enhanced durability for outdoor operation in tough conditions. Trained on more than six years of Rocsys field experience, including ROC-1 deployments in Europe and North America, the Rocsys S2 is engineered for maximum reliability in live operations, keeping vehicles charged and ready whenever they’re needed, even in the most challenging work situations.

S2 is available in two configurations. The standard S2 is intended for general fleet environments, while the S2-H heavy-duty version adds more protective features, including enhanced coating, beacon lighting and reflectors, for harsher industrial settings. IP-rated components, adaptable force absorption, and a 7-motor controller architecture support safe, consistent, and predictable performance.

Using computer vision and motion intelligence, the S2 identifies the position and orientation of a vehicle’s charging inlet with sub-millimeter precision and adapts in real time to variations in parking position and site conditions, including rain, dust, shadows and low light. The result is a 99.9% plug-in success rate and continuous improvement through machine learning, making it well-suited to high-throughput operations where consistency and uptime are key.

The S2 supports multi-vendor interoperability across mixed fleets and charger types. Vehicle-to-steward communication is enabled by the in-house-designed Rocsys Smart Cover, which allows any vehicle to connect with any steward via Ultra-Wideband (UWB). The arm’s flexible motion and wide vertical work range accommodate different vehicle geometries and parking variations, while the reduced footprint and easy-to-deploy design simplify integration into existing sites with minimal or no civil work.

Part of the Rocsys Platform, a complete ecosystem combining hardware, software, and remote and onsite services, the S2 can also be integrated with fleet management and terminal systems via APIs, giving operators greater visibility and control over charging operations.

Rocsys is showcasing the S2 at ACT Expo in Las Vegas, May 4-6, and at TOC Europe in Hamburg, Germany, May 19-21. See the S2 in action here.

Crijn Bouman, CEO and Co-Founder of Rocsys, said: “Rocsys S2 brings our hands-free charging technology into its next commercial phase. Heavy-duty electric fleets need charging infrastructure that works reliably in real operating conditions, across mixed vehicles, chargers and site layouts. Built on more than six years of field experience, S2 gives customers a practical way to add hands-free charging to existing operations and keep vehicles ready when they are needed.”

About Rocsys

Rocsys is the global leader in hands-free charging and fleet service solutions for electric and autonomous vehicles. The company’s cutting-edge technology, including next generation soft robotics, computer vision, and data-driven proactive services, unlocks greater efficiency, safety, and scalability for the world’s leading ports operators, logistics companies and robotaxis. With operations in Europe and the United States, Rocsys plays a leading role in shaping standards that will unify a powerful EV ecosystem through industry consortiums and strategic partnerships with multinational corporations and OEMs. For more information, visit www.rocsys.com.

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Proceeds benefit the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

DUBLIN, Ohio, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — 

WHAT: Did you know May is National Foster Care Month? This month recognizes the 365,000+ children and youth in foster care while raising awareness about foster care and celebrating the members of our community who help find permanent homes for children in foster care. To celebrate, Wendy’s® is partnering with Round It Up America® to deliver an easy way to make a difference. The Round Up for Adoption program invites Wendy’s guests to round up their order* to the nearest dollar at checkout – a quick, easy donation that helps find forever families for children in foster care.

Proceeds from the Round Up program will benefit Wendy’s signature cause, the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption® and its commitment to find safe, loving and permanent homes for children waiting in foster care.

WHERE & WHEN: Wendy’s guests can round up their orders at the register at participating U.S. Wendy’s locations. Fans can use the Wendy’s store locator and visit their local restaurant to ask if they’re currently offering the Round Up for Adoption program.

HOW: Simply head to a participating Wendy’s restaurant, place an order at the counter and the crew member will ask about rounding up to the nearest dollar. One small act of kindness makes a biggie difference.

WHY: The Round Up for Adoption program creates a meaningful way for the Wendy’s community – guests, crew members and franchisees – to support finding forever families for children in foster care during National Foster Care Month.

To date, the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption has helped find forever families for more than 16,000 children across the U.S. To learn more about the Round Up for Adoption campaign and how Wendy’s is working to make more family moments possible, visit the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption website.

*93% percent of each round up donation customers add to their check is donated to the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption

ABOUT WENDY’S:
The Wendy’s Company (Nasdaq: WEN) and Wendy’s franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide. Founded in 1969, Wendy’s is committed to the promise of Fresh Famous Food, Made Right, For You, delivered to customers through its craveable menu including made-to-order square hamburgers using fresh beef**, and fan favorites like the Spicy Chicken Sandwich and nuggets, Baconator®, and the Frosty® dessert. Wendy’s supports the Dave Thomas Foundation for Adoption, established by its founder, which seeks to dramatically increase the number of adoptions of children waiting in North America’s foster care system. Learn more about Wendy’s at www.wendys.com. For details on franchising, visit www.wendys.com/franchising. Connect with Wendy’s on X, Instagram and Facebook.

**Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S. and Alaska, as well as Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the UK, and other select international markets.

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Volunteers serving communities nationwide in recognition of those who care for others

JOPPA, Md., May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As International Nurses Day approaches on May 12, the Rapid Relief Team (RRT), the charitable arm of the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church, is preparing to recognize and celebrate nurses across North America with a series of appreciation events throughout May.

From Vancouver to New York, RRT volunteers are partnering with hospitals and healthcare facilities to provide meals, refreshments, and support to frontline healthcare workers, offering a small token of thanks to those who dedicate their lives to caring for others.

Across 15 locations, 500 RRT volunteers are expected to serve more than 10,000 meals to nurses and hospital staff throughout the month of May.

Wes Macdonald, RRT N.A. Operations Manager, said International Nurses Day is an important opportunity to recognize the vital role nurses play in communities across North America.

“Nurses build the backbone of our healthcare system with their compassion, resilience, and professionalism every single day,” Macdonald said. “Our volunteers are hoping to say thank you in a meaningful way by providing a meal, a moment of rest, and a reminder that their work does not go unnoticed.”

The 2026 International Nurses Day theme, “Empowered Nurses Save Lives,” underscores the importance of supporting and uplifting nurses in their critical roles. Each RRT event will feature hot meals, refreshments and coffee, giving nurses and hospital staff an opportunity to step away briefly from their duties and recharge.

“This is a tremendous gesture to make the staff feel better, in recognition of all they do” said Dr. Tomas Kaufman at Lakeshore General Hospital in Pointe-Claire, Quebec. “We are getting more and more patients, and there are difficult times, but the staff are just incredible and dedicated”.

In 2025, RRT teams in 10 countries provided 43,500 moments of appreciation—featuring fresh food, in-kind donations, beverages, and more—across more than 100 events supported by 1,350 volunteers.

RRT’s International Nurses Day activities build on its longstanding mission to serve those who serve others. In May, that means supporting the nurses who selflessly support so many of us: day-in, day-out, year-around.

About Rapid Relief Team (RRT): RRT is a global network of over 16,500 volunteers who assist emergency services during disasters and crises by providing meals and other forms of support. Established in 2013 by the Plymouth Brethren Christian Church (PBCC), RRT is dedicated to showing kindness through its actions, embodying the PBCC values of care, compassion, and community support in times of need. To contribute to RRT’s mission, visit their website.

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Originally published on DICK’S Sporting Goods Sideline Report

As young athletes grow older, many quietly drift away from the sports they once loved. One of the most common reasons for this drop in participation isn’t cost, injury or time, but the quality of their experiences with a coach. Research shows that kids who play for trained coaches have more positive experiences and are far more likely to stay in sport. The way a coach communicates, supports and leads can heavily influence whether a young person feels confident, connected and encouraged, on and off the field.

The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation and GameChanger believe that coaches sit at the center of the youth sports experience. Beyond teaching skills, coaches shape confidence, well-being and a sense of belonging, especially at pivotal moments in a young athlete’s life. To support youth coaches in this responsibility, The DICK’S Foundation and GameChanger, are joining forces to launch Most Valuable Coach (MVC), an initiative designed to strengthen youth sports by investing in the people who lead them.

“Coaches play one of the most influential roles in a young person’s sports experience, and we believe they deserve the same level of support we expect them to give their athletes,” said Rick Jordan, VP of The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation. “With Most Valuable Coach, we wanted to raise awareness around the impact coaches have and make it easier for them to access practical, digestible resources that help them show up for their players. We’re incredibly fortunate to work alongside trusted partners who bring best‑in‑class expertise, ensuring coaches are getting the most relevant, credible information possible.”

Through MVC, the organizations are expanding access to educational tools, coaching guidance and practical tips for coaches and parents navigating today’s youth sports landscape. The initiative focuses on empowering coaches with real-world guidance that prioritizes safe and supportive environments, developmentally appropriate coaching and values driven leadership that supports the whole child.

“At GameChanger, we see every day how much a coach shapes the experience for families, not just in how the game is played, but in how it’s remembered,” said Rebecca Wasserman, GameChanger VP of Strategy, Operations & Impact. “Most Valuable Coach is about recognizing that influence and giving coaches the support they need to create environments where every young athlete feels seen, supported, and excited to keep playing.”

The MVC initiative is also built in collaboration with the Center for Healing & Justice through Sport. CHJS builds capacity in individual coaches, deepens impact in organizations and serves as backbone infrastructure for collective action in youth sport. This collaborative approach ensures that the resources are grounded not only in research, but also in lived experience and proven impact.

“Sport can either be a source of harm or a powerful pathway for healing, depending on the quality of the coach. At CHJS, we’ve seen firsthand that when coaches have science-backed tools, young people feel it. We’re proud to bring that to Most Valuable Coach alongside The DICK’S Foundation and GameChanger,” said Megan Bartlett, Founder of CHJS.

Today, The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation and GameChanger formally debuted MVC at the 2026 Project Play Summit in Boston, marking a milestone in The Foundation’s and GameChanger’s continued commitment to youth sports access. The launch brought together leaders across sports, philanthropy, parenting and youth development to spotlight the important role coaches play in shaping the future of sport and introducing MVC as a resource to elevate and support them.

These resources are designed to meet coaches where they are, delivered in short, easy to digest formats and informed by the real-life voices and experiences of youth coaches. Whether new to the sidelines or years into leading a team, coaches will find practical support they can apply to meet the needs of their athletes.

In addition to launching MVC, The DICK’S Sporting Goods Foundation continues their broader mission to expand access to sport and break down the barriers young people face in participating. As part of that commitment, The DICK’S Foundation has renewed its partnerships with the following organizations:

  • Every Kid Sports Every Kid Sports to help cover the cost of youth sports registration fees for kids from income-restricted families nationwide. GameChanger has also partnered with Every Kid Sports to provide free subscriptions to those same families.
  • Good Sports to provide equipment to youth in under-resourced communities
  • LISC to build fields, courts and additional infrastructures in high-need neighborhoods
  • DonorsChoose to support educators and coaches in equity-focused schools, helping keep kids in the game nationwide

More information on Most Valuable Coach, GameChanger and The DICK’S Foundation can be found at BeAnMVC.org, gc.com and sportsmatter.org.

 

MIAMI, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — As record-breaking amounts of sargassum seaweed drift toward Florida’s shores, researchers at Florida International University are exploring how the coastal nuisance could become a valuable ingredient in everyday foods. 

New findings published in Food Hydrocolloids show that sargassum can serve as a promising source of alginate, a widely used food additive. The study was conducted in collaboration with researchers from Florida State University and Florida Atlantic University. 

Sargassum, a brown algae that forms massive blooms in the Atlantic Ocean, routinely washes onto South Florida beaches, where it produces strong odors, disrupts ecosystems and drives costly cleanup efforts.

Rather than focusing solely on removal, the researchers are investigating how to extract useful compounds from the seaweed and repurpose it for food and industrial applications. 

“The usual approach has been, ‘How do we get rid of it?’ We wanted to ask a different question: ‘Can we use it for something valuable?'” said Imran Ahmad, a food science and technology research professor in FIU’s Chaplin School of Hospitality & Tourism Management and co-author of the study.

The study demonstrates that sargassum contains significant amounts of alginate – a natural polysaccharide commonly used to stabilize and thicken foods such as ice cream, sauces and dairy alternatives. Researchers reported extraction yields of roughly 45%, highlighting its potential as an alternative source to traditionally harvested seaweeds.

Because sargassum is not currently classified as a food source and can carry contaminants, the team also examined ways to process the material safely. 

“It’s generally treated as waste because it smells, affects tourism and can carry contaminants or bacteria,” Ahmad said.

As part of their broader research, the team is evaluating techniques such as high-pressure processing – a method already used in the food industry – to reduce microbial risks while preserving useful compounds. 

“Instead of using heat, which can damage nutrients and structure, we apply extremely high pressure,” Ahmad said. “That high pressure kills harmful microorganisms but preserves the useful compounds we want to extract.”

The work represents an early but important step in a larger effort. Researchers have identified and extracted key compounds and are now working to refine processing methods and evaluate potential applications. Developing consumer-ready products will require additional testing and regulatory approval. 

“Our researchers at the Chaplin School are always looking for ways to solve problems that affect and can help improve the hospitality and tourism industry,” said Michael Cheng, dean and professor of the top-ranked hospitality school. “We are proud of Dr. Ahmad’s innovative research and look forward to seeing how his work can help solve not only a Florida, but much larger global issue.” 

The research highlights a sustainable approach to transforming a recurring problem into a useful product. Beyond food innovation, the research addresses a growing environmental challenge across Florida and the Caribbean. By turning sargassum into a usable resource, scientists hope to reduce waste, lower cleanup costs and support more sustainable supply chains. 

“If we can turn it into something useful, we shift the conversation from disposal to opportunity,” Ahmad said. 

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The article outlines key planning, safety, and site considerations that shape effective and responsible tree removal projects.

COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — What should homeowners and property managers consider before hiring for tree removal? Cody Holmes of Holmes Earth Construction LLC addresses this often-overlooked question in a HelloNation article that explains why comprehensive planning not just cutting, should guide every removal project. Holmes emphasizes that responsible tree removal goes far beyond dropping a trunk and requires careful evaluation of site conditions, future land use, and safety.

According to Holmes, a complete tree removal includes safe dismantling, root system extraction, full debris haul-off, and a hazard assessment of nearby structures and terrain. Trees near homes, fences, or power lines pose elevated risks, and factors such as soil conditions and tree lean must be assessed before work begins. Root removal is particularly important in projects that involve future construction, grading, or landscaping, as leftover root systems can cause surface instability or interfere with future work.

The article also highlights the importance of clearly defined debris disposal. Holmes cautions that unless it is addressed in writing, some contractors may leave behind trunk segments or brush piles. Homeowners should clarify whether the site will be cleaned, raked, or roughly graded following removal. Compliance with local tree protection ordinances is another key consideration, especially in areas with protected species or permitting requirements. Lastly, Holmes recommends hiring crews that follow arborist standards, even when certification isn’t mandated, as it indicates a higher level of safety, training, and professionalism.

In “What to Know Before Hiring for Tree Removal, Cody Holmes, an excavation expert with Holmes Earth Construction LLC in Coeur d’Alene, Idaho, provides practical insights to help property owners avoid costly mistakes and ensure that tree removal aligns with long-term land-use goals in HelloNation.

About HelloNation
HelloNation is a premier media platform that connects readers with trusted professionals and businesses across various industries. Through its innovative “edvertising” approach that blends educational content and storytelling, HelloNation delivers expert-driven articles that inform, inspire, and empower. Covering topics from home improvement and health to business strategy and lifestyle, HelloNation highlights leaders making a meaningful impact in their communities.

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National Capitol Classic golf fundraiser at the historic Army Navy Country Club, co-hosted with SAIC and Amazon Web Services, raised funds to support these veterans and their families and expand Building Homes for Heroes’ impact nationwide

WASHINGTON, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Building Homes for Heroes, joined by corporate partners Science Applications International Corp. (NASDAQ: SAIC) and Amazon Web Services, announced yesterday it will gift mortgage-free homes to U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant, Gregory Walker and Army Specialist, Ryan Heard, two injured veterans whose service and sacrifice exemplify the very best of our armed forces. The home gifts will provide long-term stability for both veterans and their families as they continue their road to recovery.

These gifts are made possible through the steadfast support of Building Homes for Heroes’ valued partners, SAIC and AWS, and were the highlight of the second annual National Capitol Classic golf outing hosted by the three organizations at the historic Army Navy Country Club. The event brought together corporate partners, community supporters, and veterans to raise awareness and support for Building Homes for Heroes’ mission of building better and brighter lives for our nation’s heroes.

The announcement was the culmination of a day of celebration of our nation’s heroes, as patriotic corporations, hundreds of supporters, and dozens of veterans gathered for the golf outing in support of Building Homes for Heroes’ mission. As the organization marks its 20th anniversary in 2026, it continues to build on its commitment with their 50+500+5,000 campaign: constructing, gifting and modifying a record 50 homes this year, reaching its milestone 500th home before the end of 2026, and supporting more than 5,000 veterans, first responders, and their family members through all its programs since 2006.

The Veterans Receiving Mortgage-Free Homes

Walker enlisted in the Air Force in 2008 and served for more than 12 years, including three deployments to Afghanistan. During his service and in the years following, Walker was diagnosed with Synovial Sarcoma, a rare cancer that ultimately resulted in the amputation of his left leg below the knee. Despite these challenges, he has remained deeply committed to his fellow veterans and the adaptive sports community, competing in the Invictus Games and training to become a Paralympic athlete.

“Presenting Staff Sergeant Walker and Specialist Heard with mortgage-free homes is a powerful reminder of our responsibility to the men and women who have served our country,” said Andy Pujol, founder and CEO of Building Homes for Heroes. “Between Staff Sergeant Walker’s determination in the face of a life-changing diagnosis, and Specialist Heard’s courage under fire in Afghanistan and his ongoing recovery from a traumatic brain injury, these are the stories that drive our mission every day. Homes like these are made possible through our valued partnerships with organizations like SAIC and AWS, whose unwavering support allows us to create life-changing moments for deserving heroes and their families.”

Inspired by his father’s 23 years of service in the Florida National Guard and driven by the events of September 11, 2001, Heard enlisted in the Army in February 2007 out of Jacksonville, Florida. During his more than six years of service, Heard completed two deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan. On July 7, 2013, while conducting a counter-IED mission in Afghanistan’s Logar Province, he and three fellow soldiers triggered a pressure-plate IED. The explosion left him with a severe traumatic brain injury, and despite his injuries, he helped treat wounded comrades and coordinate medical evacuation before losing consciousness. Today, Heard lives with a TBI, PTSD, chronic migraines, and numerous other service-connected conditions, and has found healing through nature-based therapy, including fishing, kayaking, and equine therapy programs for veterans. He is a Purple Heart recipient, and together with his partner, is raising two young children, driven by his dreams of providing a stable home for his family in Tampa, Florida.

“Helping warriors like Staff Sergeant Walker and Specialist Heard with mortgage-free homes is a great way to take purposeful action during Military Appreciation Month,” said SAIC CEO Jim Reagan. “SAIC is proud to collaborate with Amazon Web Services and the many other corporate partners who attended today’s golf fundraiser for Building Homes for Heroes, an extraordinary organization that is making a huge difference for veterans, their families, and Gold Star families.”

About Building Homes for Heroes
Building Homes for Heroes builds and gifts mortgage-free homes, and completes home modifications, for veterans, emergency first responders and their families, and provides further services along their road to recovery to help them live a promising and fulfilling life ahead. The organization reached a 96% program rating in 2025, the 13th straight year earning a program rating of at least 93%. It also received a perfect 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for seven straight years, including a 100% in transparency and accountability.

Media Contact
David Weingrad, Building Homes for Heroes, Director of Communications, (516) 643-0325

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National Capitol Classic golf fundraiser at the historic Army Navy Country Club, co-hosted with SAIC and Amazon Web Services, raised funds to support these veterans and their families and expand Building Homes for Heroes’ impact nationwide

WASHINGTON, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Building Homes for Heroes, joined by corporate partners Science Applications International Corp. (NASDAQ: SAIC) and Amazon Web Services, announced yesterday it will gift mortgage-free homes to U.S. Air Force Staff Sergeant, Gregory Walker and Army Specialist, Ryan Heard, two injured veterans whose service and sacrifice exemplify the very best of our armed forces. The home gifts will provide long-term stability for both veterans and their families as they continue their road to recovery.

These gifts are made possible through the steadfast support of Building Homes for Heroes’ valued partners, SAIC and AWS, and were the highlight of the second annual National Capitol Classic golf outing hosted by the three organizations at the historic Army Navy Country Club. The event brought together corporate partners, community supporters, and veterans to raise awareness and support for Building Homes for Heroes’ mission of building better and brighter lives for our nation’s heroes.

The announcement was the culmination of a day of celebration of our nation’s heroes, as patriotic corporations, hundreds of supporters, and dozens of veterans gathered for the golf outing in support of Building Homes for Heroes’ mission. As the organization marks its 20th anniversary in 2026, it continues to build on its commitment with their 50+500+5,000 campaign: constructing, gifting and modifying a record 50 homes this year, reaching its milestone 500th home before the end of 2026, and supporting more than 5,000 veterans, first responders, and their family members through all its programs since 2006.

The Veterans Receiving Mortgage-Free Homes

Walker enlisted in the Air Force in 2008 and served for more than 12 years, including three deployments to Afghanistan. During his service and in the years following, Walker was diagnosed with Synovial Sarcoma, a rare cancer that ultimately resulted in the amputation of his left leg below the knee. Despite these challenges, he has remained deeply committed to his fellow veterans and the adaptive sports community, competing in the Invictus Games and training to become a Paralympic athlete.

“Presenting Staff Sergeant Walker and Specialist Heard with mortgage-free homes is a powerful reminder of our responsibility to the men and women who have served our country,” said Andy Pujol, founder and CEO of Building Homes for Heroes. “Between Staff Sergeant Walker’s determination in the face of a life-changing diagnosis, and Specialist Heard’s courage under fire in Afghanistan and his ongoing recovery from a traumatic brain injury, these are the stories that drive our mission every day. Homes like these are made possible through our valued partnerships with organizations like SAIC and AWS, whose unwavering support allows us to create life-changing moments for deserving heroes and their families.”

Inspired by his father’s 23 years of service in the Florida National Guard and driven by the events of September 11, 2001, Heard enlisted in the Army in February 2007 out of Jacksonville, Florida. During his more than six years of service, Heard completed two deployments to Iraq and one to Afghanistan. On July 7, 2013, while conducting a counter-IED mission in Afghanistan’s Logar Province, he and three fellow soldiers triggered a pressure-plate IED. The explosion left him with a severe traumatic brain injury, and despite his injuries, he helped treat wounded comrades and coordinate medical evacuation before losing consciousness. Today, Heard lives with a TBI, PTSD, chronic migraines, and numerous other service-connected conditions, and has found healing through nature-based therapy, including fishing, kayaking, and equine therapy programs for veterans. He is a Purple Heart recipient, and together with his partner, is raising two young children, driven by his dreams of providing a stable home for his family in Tampa, Florida.

“Helping warriors like Staff Sergeant Walker and Specialist Heard with mortgage-free homes is a great way to take purposeful action during Military Appreciation Month,” said SAIC CEO Jim Reagan. “SAIC is proud to collaborate with Amazon Web Services and the many other corporate partners who attended today’s golf fundraiser for Building Homes for Heroes, an extraordinary organization that is making a huge difference for veterans, their families, and Gold Star families.”

About Building Homes for Heroes
Building Homes for Heroes builds and gifts mortgage-free homes, and completes home modifications, for veterans, emergency first responders and their families, and provides further services along their road to recovery to help them live a promising and fulfilling life ahead. The organization reached a 96% program rating in 2025, the 13th straight year earning a program rating of at least 93%. It also received a perfect 4-star rating from Charity Navigator for seven straight years, including a 100% in transparency and accountability.

Media Contact
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MarketView integrates verified spot exchange and OTC broker pricing with full-spectrum energy markets, giving trading and risk teams a single, authoritative view of price formation across environmental and energy commodities

NEW YORK and AUSTIN, Texas, May 5, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Enverus and Xpansiv today announced an expanded partnership that brings Xpansiv CBL spot exchange transaction data and Evolution Markets forward indicative pricing for energy and environmental commodity markets into MarketView®, creating a consolidated price discovery and workflow platform across energy and environmental commodity markets.

Currently, exchange prices, OTC broker assessments, and core commodity data have lived in separate systems, forcing traders and risk teams to reconcile incomplete views of the market. The new offering harmonizes disparate environmental commodity data for market participants, including trading houses, brokers, financial institutions and corporate buyers. MarketView now eliminates that fragmentation by bringing the most critical pricing signals together.

MarketView already serves more than 8,000 users across 500+ client sites, delivering real-time access to energy, commodity, and financial data from more than 500 providers across all major global exchanges, North American power ISOs, and leading price reporting agencies including OPIS, Argus, Platts, ICIS, and Fastmarkets. The addition of CBL and Evolution Markets data extends that trusted foundation into environmental commodity markets.

With the addition of CBL and Evolution Markets data from Xpansiv, market participants can now access:

  • Verified exchange transactions and firm orders from CBL, the world’s largest spot marketplace for environmental commodities, including renewable energy certificates (RECs) and carbon credits.
  • OTC broker spot and forward pricing from Evolution Markets, an Xpansiv company, covering a broad range of energy and environmental markets.

All data is delivered within a single, continuous workflow used for pricing, risk, and trading decisions.

The integration enables faster and more accurate:

  • Defensible mark-to-market valuations grounded in both executable transactions and broker-informed forward curves
  • Comprehensive cross-market risk analysis across environmental and traditional energy exposures
  • Liquidity-aware trading decisions informed by both exchange activity and OTC market depth

“Environmental markets didn’t lack data, they lacked cohesion,” said Matt Wilcoxson, EVP of Strategic Development, Enverus. “Traders were forced to piece together exchange prices, broker views, and their core positions across multiple systems. MarketView now brings those signals together into a single, trusted view of the market.”

“Xpansiv offers an unmatched source of end-of-day and historical data for environmental and energy commodities, covering both exchange and OTC markets,” said Russell Karas, Senior Vice President, Strategic Market Solutions, Xpansiv. “With Enverus, we’re bringing together spot exchange and OTC data in one place, providing trading, risk, and compliance teams the clarity they need to make faster, more confident decisions grounded in comprehensive market insights.”

CBL is the largest global spot exchange for REC and carbon credit transactions. The venue is integrated with Xpansiv’s comprehensive infrastructure platform and registry network, with a leading position in electricity that covers approximately 30% of global REC issuance, 7% of global renewable electricity generation, and 4% of total global electricity generation.

Its data provides the most authoritative view of executable prices and is a standard reference for mark-to-market valuation, risk modeling, and settlement. Spot market data covering North American and International RECs, carbon credits, Low Carbon Fuel Standard (LCFS) credits and Australian Carbon Credit Units (ACCUs) will be available on MarketView. Historical data for RECs and carbon credits extend back to 2016.

Evolution Markets is a leading intermediary in the energy and environmental commodity markets. It disseminates daily forward market data for a range of carbon, renewable energy, US emissions, natural gas, coal, power, and nuclear markets. Historical data dates back as far as 2000 (coal), 2002 (US emissions), 2006 (nuclear), and 2008 (RECs).

By combining exchange-verified data with OTC market color and the broader energy complex, MarketView gives trading desks a complete and consistent view of price formation across markets that were previously siloed.

Learn more at https://www.enverus.com/products/trading-and-risk-marketview

About Enverus
Enverus is the energy industry’s AI and data platform, serving more than 8,000 energy companies across 50 countries. Built on 25+ years of proprietary intelligence — 2.7 petabytes of continuously updated data, 350 million+ courthouse records, and $500 billion+ in annual transaction covering the full energy value chain across upstream, midstream, power, renewables, utilities, and capital markets. Enverus is 100% dedicated to energy. Learn more at Enverus.com.

About Xpansiv
Xpansiv is the leading infrastructure provider for the energy transition markets.  The company’s comprehensive platform includes registries, online marketplaces, market execution services, wholesale power solutions, and market data for energy and environmental commodity markets. Trusted worldwide, Xpansiv helps market participants capture opportunities and drive environmental impact. Xpansiv provides solutions that enable stakeholders to deliver transparent, credible, and auditable environmental claims to address the growing global demand for assurance and accountability on climate action and sustainability performance. Company investors include Blackstone Group, Bank of America, Goldman Sachs, Aramco Ventures, Macquarie Group Ltd., S&P Global Ventures, Aware Super, BP Ventures, Commonwealth Bank, and the Australian Clean Energy Finance Corporation.  Learn more at xpansiv.com.

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